Getting Started with Course Builder
Learn how to access and use the built-in SCORM Course Builder
What is the Course Builder?
The Course Builder is a browser-based tool that allows you to create SCORM e-learning courses without any external software. It's designed to be:
- Easy to use - No technical expertise required
- Professional - Creates polished, branded courses
- Flexible - Add text, images, videos, and quizzes
- Compatible - Exports standard SCORM 2004 packages
What Can You Create?
| Content Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Compliance courses | Policies, regulations, mandatory training |
| Induction courses | Welcome content, company overview |
| Skills training | How-to guides, process training |
| Soft skills courses | Communication, leadership basics |
| Assessments | Knowledge checks with quizzes |
Who Can Use It?
The Course Builder is available to:
- Administrators with the SCORM Builder feature enabled
- Content Authors (if your organisation has this role)
Tip
Accessing the Course Builder
Navigate to SCORM Builder
- Log in to the LMS as an Admin
- Click Admin in the main navigation
- Select SCORM Builder from the menu
View Your Projects
You'll see the Projects List showing:
- All your course projects
- Status (Draft or Published)
- Version numbers
- Last export dates
Understanding the Interface
Projects List
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Project title |
| Status | Draft (in progress) or Published |
| Version | Current version number |
| Last Exported | When last exported as SCORM |
| Last Updated | Most recent edit |
| Actions | Edit, Duplicate, Delete, Export |
Action Buttons
| Button | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Create Blank | Start a new project from scratch |
| Create from Template | Start from a pre-built template |
| Edit | Open project in the editor |
| Duplicate | Create a copy of a project |
| Delete | Remove a project |
| Export | Generate SCORM package |
Your First Course
Quick Start Steps
- Create - Click "Create Blank" or "Create from Template"
- Configure - Set up theme, structure, and quiz options
- Edit - Add your content to the pages
- Preview - Check how it looks and works
- Export - Generate the SCORM package
- Upload - Add to your LMS as a course
Estimated Time
| Task | Typical Time |
|---|---|
| Simple course (5 pages, no quiz) | 30-60 minutes |
| Standard course (10 pages, quiz) | 1-2 hours |
| Comprehensive course (20+ pages) | 3-5 hours |
Key Concepts
Projects
A project is your working course within the builder. It's saved in the system as you work, can be edited any time before publishing, and is versioned (v1, v2, etc.).
Pages
Pages (or slides) are individual screens in your course: welcome pages, content pages, video pages, quiz pages, and results pages.
Blocks
Blocks (or widgets) are content elements on pages: text blocks, image blocks, video blocks, button blocks, and quiz blocks.
SCORM Package
The SCORM package is the exported ZIP file. It's an industry standard format that uploads to any SCORM-compatible LMS and tracks progress and scores.
System Requirements
Browser Support
| Browser | Supported |
|---|---|
| Chrome | ✅ Recommended |
| Edge | ✅ Yes |
| Firefox | ✅ Yes |
| Safari | ✅ Yes |
For Best Experience
- Use a modern browser (updated in last 2 years)
- Stable internet connection
- Screen resolution 1280x720 or higher
- JavaScript enabled
Tips for Success
Before You Start
- Plan your course structure
- Gather your content (text, images, videos)
- Know your learning objectives
- Decide if you need a quiz
During Creation
- Save frequently (though autosave helps)
- Preview as you go
- Keep content concise
- Use consistent formatting
After Creation
- Test thoroughly before publishing
- Export and upload to test environment first
- Get feedback from a colleague
Common Questions
How long are courses saved?
Projects are saved indefinitely until you delete them.
Can multiple people edit at once?
No, only one person can edit a project at a time (editing lock).
Is my content backed up?
Yes, content is stored securely and autosaved every 60 seconds.
Can I import existing content?
Not directly, but you can copy/paste text and upload images.
Next Steps
Ready to create your first course? Continue to:
- Creating a New Project - Set up your course
- Using the Editor - Navigate the interface
- Adding Pages - Build your course structure