Computer on Office Automation (COA) Course in Chennai

Practical software skills for the modern office · Government Technical Examination-aligned

6 Months
Duration
3+
Software applications covered

A vocational training program equipping students with the practical skills to use computer technology and popular software applications to automate and streamline daily tasks in a modern office environment. The curriculum is aligned with the Government Technical Examinations (GTE), whose COA examination is held twice a year, every June and December.

Core modules

  • Computer fundamentals — hardware basics (CPU, memory, I/O devices), file/folder management, operating systems, and basic troubleshooting.
  • Word processing (MS Word) — creating, editing and formatting official letters, reports and memos; mail merge, tables, headers/footers, document security.
  • Spreadsheets (MS Excel) — data entry, sorting, filtering, analysis, formulas and functions, charts and graphs.
  • Presentations (MS PowerPoint) — designing effective slide presentations, multimedia, transitions and animations.
  • Internet & digital communication — efficient browsing, professional email etiquette, and an introduction to cloud storage and collaboration tools.

Career relevance

A GTE-certified COA qualification is a strongly preferred or mandatory qualification for entry-level roles such as clerical staff, office assistants, data entry operators, administrative assistants, and front office executives — across both government and private sector openings.

Examination eligibility

To sit the GTE Computer on Office Automation examination, a candidate needs:

  • A pass in SSLC (Tamil Nadu State Board or equivalent), plus a pass in Junior or Senior Grade Typewriting (English or Tamil) — or a pass in Higher Grade Typewriting on its own.
  • A minimum of 120 hours of training at a recognized Typewriting institute, or a Government / Government-aided / self-financing Polytechnic College.

Where you can take this course

Computer on Office Automation runs at both Mayura branches in Chennai — pick whichever is closer.

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