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    Welcome to the Computer Skills Training for the Inspection Methods Course

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    Welcome to FSIS online training! Before you begin the online Inspection Methods (IM) training class, it is important to become familiar with how to use the the online teaching systems. 

    Training Overview and Instructions: 

    This is a self-paced online training course to be completed within the week prior to starting the IM class. The training familiarizes IM participants with the computer/technical systems including how to use: Teams webinar meeting, this FSIS Training Site, and the electronic testing system. Successful navigation of these online systems will enhance your ability log into the IM class content, understand the Teams webinar meeting features and ask questions, locate slides and course content, and get experience using the online testing system. The instructors will also review how to use these systems in-person or online during the first week of IM training.

    *If you have a government laptop, please bring it to class. Please bring a IM workbook (all 3 parts) to the first week of the IM class (for in-person class participants). Do not pack the laptop in any checked baggage, carry it securely in your carry-on bag.

    Your District Office or State Inspection Program will email your user account information, webinar information, and other IM course details.

    1. Open/view the FSIS Training Site presentation
    2. Open/view the Webinar System presentation
    3. Open/view the Online Testing System presentation
    4. Open/view the Frequently Asked Questions (optional)

    Technical Support: Email CFLHelpDesk@usda.gov for assistance with accessing course materials or online meetings. If you have computer issues with your Client Experience Center (CEC) issued laptop, contact the USDA CEC by chat, email, or call the Centralized Help Desk at 1-877-873-0783.

    After you have completed this computer skills training, you are encouraged to access the FSIS Training Site and IM course content prior to the start of the class to explore the class materials. The instructors will also provide training on how to access and use the systems at the beginning of the class. 

    FSIS Training Site - https://fsistraining.fsis.usda.gov/ 

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    Using the FSIS Training Site to access the IM course information and files

    This presentation (click on link below) will review the following steps: 

    • Access the link to online FSIS Training Site
    • Log into FSIS Training Site
    • Access the IM Class and IM Resources content
    • Basic FSIS Training Site layout and navigation features
    • Identify the daily webinar links and access info
    • Open, view, and navigate a presentation

    You will connect to the FSIS Training Site every day of the class in addition to the Teams webinar. Locate, explore, and review the course content with the class. You can also go back to review/study or go ahead and preview upcoming modules.

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    Using the Teams Webinar System

    This presentation (click on link below) will review the following steps: 

    • Access the link to the Teams webinar meeting
    • Log into the Teams webinar
    • Connect using your computer audio
    • Basic Teams webinar layout and navigation features
    • View the presenter's slides and content
    • Read/send chat messages
    • Ask a verbal question

    You will connect to the IM class Teams webinar all day during weeks 2-3 from 9:00am - 6:00pm ET to participate in the online class (some participants will also use the online Teams webinar during week 1). You are able to connect up to 15 minutes prior to the start time. This presentation will cover information to prepare you for using the Teams webinar system. You will not be able to log in or practice using the Teams webinar before the first day of class. The instructors will conduct a practice webinar with you on Day 5 of the class (for in-person week 1 participants).

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    Using the Electronic Testing System

    This presentation (click on link below) provides and overview of the following steps:

    • Access the online testing system within the FSIS Training Site
    • Basic navigation features
    • Open and start an IM practice quiz
    • Logout

    You will access the IM practice quizzes starting on Day 1 of the training to gain familiarity with using the online testing system. The instructors will provide more information about these practice quizzes and how to use the system. You will take your final test using this online testing system with an online proctor. After this computer skills training you are welcome to log in and practice using the online testing system before the IM class begins and also anytime during the class session.

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Click on the document below (opens in new window) to review the most Frequently Asked Questions. 

    The instructions may assist you with further explaining or helping you to troubleshoot any technical problems on your own. Please contact the CFL Technical Support if you have any questions or need technical assistance.