Computers & Technology

On this page:

• Computer Essentials for Beginners
• Build Your Own Website
• Basic Computer Maintenance
• Managing Your Digital Photos with Picasa
• Word Essentials (Level 1)
• Word for Intermediates (Level 2)
• Excel Essentials (Level 1)
• Excel for Intermediates (Level 2)
• Facebook Connection

Computer Essentials for Beginners

This hands-on introductory course covers the basics you need to get you feeling more comfortable operating a computer. Starting with an overview of the Windows operating system, the course progresses through some of the basics of folder and file management, the Internet (searches and safe site recognition), and basics of using email. Students have opportunities to be introduced to and dabble in Microsoft 2010 Word, Excel and Publisher. This course is designed for beginners; more advanced users may want to consider Basic Computer Maintenance or a Word or Excel course.

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Build Your Own Website

From hardware to software you will learn how to run and operate an effective website. A great way for any artist, photographer, or small business owner who wants to successfully venture into the online world. By the end of this course, you will have a clear look at the technology behind well-designed websites, and you will gain the confidence and practical “take home” methods to launch your own website. You will also review the software needed, different website revenue streams, plus how to successfully get traffic and market your site.

Prerequisite: Basic typing, mouse and computer skills, basic browser and website navigation skills required.

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Basic Computer Maintenance

Learn useful tips and tricks on how to keep your computer running in top form and discover powerful tools to correct problems should they occur. Having basic troubleshooting skills, a working knowledge of the resources that are available and confidence in your ability to work with computer software and hardware is fundamental to modern computing. When you leave this course, you should be able to solve basic computer problems yourself and communicate effectively with a technician.

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Managing Your Digital Photos with Picasa

This five-hour workshop covers everything you need to know to get the most out of your digital pictures. Using the immensely popular Picasa software package, you will learn easy, sure-fire methods of transferring your photos to your computer, organizing them into convenient collections, editing them to perfection, and sharing them with friends and family. Bring your digital camera and transfer cable, or a photo CD so you have meaningful material to work with. This workshop is both Mac and PC friendly. It does not teach you how to use your digital camera or how to buy one. You should be familiar with basic computer operations and terminology before taking this course. Includes a ½ hour lunch break, please bring lunch.

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Word Essentials (Level 1)

Learn the essentials of Word in this five-hour course. Learn how to format text, paragraphs and pages, and how to create and proof a document. This course is designed for the beginner or self-taught user who wants to learn the right way and be more efficient. Students will learn using Word 2010. Includes a ½ hour lunch break, please bring lunch.

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Word for Intermediates (Level 2)

Improve your skills using Word and become more employable. Learn how to print envelopes and labels, create headers, footers and tables, insert graphics, create columns, and execute a mail merge. Students will learn using Word 2010.

Prerequisite: Word Essentials (Level 1) or equivalent experience.

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Excel Essentials (Level 1)

Excel is an easy-to-use spreadsheet program used in many businesses. Learn how to enter information, manipulate data, create simple formulas, create charts and perform other basic Excel functions. Students will use Excel 2010. Includes a ½ hour lunch break, please bring lunch.

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Excel for Intermediates (Level 2)

Improve your skills using Excel as you learn how to harness productivity tools, apply custom formatting, create more advanced formulas and customize worksheets and charts. Students will use Excel 2010.

Prerequisite: Excel Essentials (Level 1) or equivalent experience.

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Facebook Connection

Facebook is one of the most popular social networking sites on the Internet. Spend a day learning how to connect with friends and family on Facebook. By the end of the day, you will have opened an account, created a profile, uploaded pictures and invited a few friends to join your Facebook account. During this workshop you will also learn about security settings, sending private messages, hiding posts, blocking, notifications and many more Facebook tips. Includes a one-hour lunch break, please bring lunch.

Prerequisite: Basic typing, mouse and computer skills, basic browser and website navigation skills required.

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