Non-Credit Computer CoursesPC Fundamentals for the BeginnerThis class is for the person who is new to
computers and is looking to build the basic skills and take the fear out of using a PC.
In a relaxed, non-threatening atmosphere, you will learn how to properly start and shut
down a computer, the proper use of the keyboard and all of its keys, the mouse and cursor
and when to left, right and double click, editing text, selecting text and other objects,
locating and moving the insertion point, edit concepts including copy, cut and paste,
opening windows, including moving, resizing, maximize, minimize and restore,
running programs, using scroll bars, using dialog boxes and controls, menus, saving files,
printing basics and more!
Handout included
Introduction to Microsoft Windows
Learn the essential characteristics of Windows that apply to all Windows
programs such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, etc. We’ll
include a review of mouse and editing features, understanding dialog boxes,
the Start Menu, Task Bar and Desktop properties. Become comfortable in
file creation, association, handling and shortcuts along with the PC’s folder
structure. Understand hardware terminology, file maintenance, backups and
helpful tricks. Computer maintenance and security issues are discussed.
Handouts included Microsoft WordLearn the skill sets necessary to proficiently use Microsoft Word
while increasing your productivity in creating, saving, formatting and editing documents.
Handout included
Microsoft ExcelBegin mastering the creation of spreadsheets and reports using this powerful
software. Learn to create, modify and print workbooks; format text and numbers; use dates; create and apply ranges;
use functions and formulas, including conditional formatting; use "draw"; create graphs; and save
spreadsheets as HTML. You’ll also learn how to use multiple spreadsheets and link to bookmarks, other files and objects.
Printing techniques and importing/exporting data are discussed.
Handout included
Basics of Buying on eBay®
Learn how eBay® works and become an informed shopper in the world’s
largest marketplace. Students will create a buyer account and be guided
through the process of researching, monitoring, and purchasing an item. It
is designed for curious individuals who have no, or limited, experience with
eBay® but would like to learn more.
Selling On eBay® for Fun & ProfitLearn the tricks of the trade for selling on eBay®. Each year eBay® sells
over 20 billion dollars worth of merchandise. Learn how to: register to buy
and sell; conduct research to select and price your auction items; take and
insert photographs into your auction listings; and deal with your customers
after the sale. Participants must bring a Visa or MasterCard credit or
debit card with them the first night of class and a blank check in order to
register as a seller. Participants may bring one item the second night of the
course to auction on eBay® and will be guided through actually selling their
item.
Handouts included
Beginning Digital Video: YouTube, iMovie & YouShare your videos with the entire world! New technology allows anyone to
upload clips to YouTube, Google Video and other similar services. Learn
about the websites and technologies behind the new wave of "user generated"
media, how to edit your videos so they are shorter and more interesting,
and to save and upload them in proper formats.
Instructor Craig Issod is an Internet entrepreneur who has worked with video
on the web for over 10 years. Class will be taught on Apple Mac computers
but all concepts will easily translate to Windows PCs.
QuickBooks - 2007An introduction to one of the most popular small business accounting software
packages. Includes step-by-step instructions in getting the software
up and running. Topics include invoicing for services, accounts receivable
management, entering and paying bills, accounts payable management,
writing checks, managing petty cash and checking accounts, reconciling
bank statements.
Advanced QuickBooks 2007
If you’ve been using QuickBooks for awhile and want it to work harder for
you, then this is your class. Topics include customizing reports, setting up
employees and payroll, importing and exporting information, memorized
transactions, inventory, budgeting, time tracking.
Basic Website DesignWhether you want to share family information and photographs, start a
small site for fun, sell products on eBay, or whatever reason - this is your
opportunity to create a great looking website. Learn about the popular software
available to design sites and begin immediately to create your own site
in class. Learn HTML commands, terminology and tools needed, elements
of well designed and poorly designed sites, links, images, tables and more!
Also covered will be maintaining your website and getting your website
on the Internet.
Adobe Photoshop CS2: The Professional, Image Editing Standard
An introduction to the vast power of Photoshop CS2 - the industry standard
for photo editing software. Learn Photoshop’s tools and basic image manipulation
techniques. Learn image formats, filter effects, retouching digital photos,
color correction, working with layers, and using various painting tools.
You should have a working knowledge of the computer and a basic level of
computer proficiency. This class is ideal for beginning web designers and
digital camera owners who want to learn to do more with their images. Class
will be taught on PCs, but Macintosh owners are encouraged to attend as
well.
Using Dreamweaver & FrontPage for Small Business Web DesignGet your business or personal site up on the web - using popular, powerful, and
easy to use Dreamweaver and FrontPage web design software. Learn six steps
to developing your site what it takes to maintain it. Begin with the basics of
importing text and ready-made graphics. Using Dreamweaver’s object palette,
learn how to create links, tables, forms, frames, and layers. With the behaviors
palette, create rollovers, pop-up windows, and drag-able layers. This course is
taught in a PC lab, but skills are transferable to Macintosh.
Protect Yourself From Identity TheftIdentity theft occurs daily is the fastest growing crime affecting more than
10 million unsuspecting Americans a year. Learn how you are vulnerable,
what identity thieves are after, and how to protect yourself.
Securing Your Computer at Home & At WorkYou use your computer to shop, to chat, to do your work...with the result of
a lot of your personal information ending up on it. How should you secure
your computer from cyber criminals? What are they after? Did you know
that your computer could be used to attack other computers without your
knowledge? This course is filled with practical advice and realistic answers for home and work computers.
Email SafetyIt’s hard to imagine modern communications without email. It’s fast and
convenient, but has risks and dangers. What about all the unsolicited email
containing a variety of offers? How do you avoid a costly phishing scam?
Understand the features of email communication and learn how to spot
and avoid email spoofing, phishing, scams, spam, hoaxes and malicious software.
MS Office for Small BusinessesLearn to use MS Office for all your day-to-day business needs
and special projects. Create and print your own brochures and letterhead stationary in
Word. Create Excel worksheets to keep track of inventory, budgets, and create
invoices. Use Access to organize clients’ files/databases, inventory data, etc.
Create professional presentations and electronic brochures in PowerPoint.
* No classes Feb. 19 & Mar. 18
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