Intro to Computers
This is an introductory course designed to teach the fundamental skills and common terminology related to personal computers. Course content includes how the computer works, and what it can do for you. The focus will be on the hardware components and the software programs, including the explanation and hands-on use of operating systems and programs. Prerequisite: None.
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Intro to Windows
This is an introductory course that takes a hands-on approach to teach the fundamental skills for using the Windows operating system. Course content includes working with the Windows desktop, fundamentals of using applications, customizing Windows, setting up filing systems and managing files and disks. Prerequisite: None.
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Microsoft Word
Word - Part 1
This is an introductory course designed to teach the fundamental skills for using Microsoft Word for Windows. Course content includes creating, editing, moving and printing text with individual hands-on use. Prerequisite: Knowledge of PC operations or Intro to Windows.
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Word - Part 2
This course is a continuation of the Word Part 1 course. Course content includes hands-on use of the merge feature, working with columns, styles, templates, and comments. Learn to track changes and work with graphs, charts and diagrams in Word. Prerequisite: Microsoft Word Part 1 or a good working knowledge of Word.
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Word - Part 3
This course is a continuation of the Word Part 2 course. Course content includes hands-on use of advanced table techniques, macros, forms and workgroup collaboration. Prerequisite: Microsoft Word Parts 1 and 2, or a thorough working knowledge of Word.
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Word - Complete
This course is designed to teach the fundamental skills for using Microsoft Word for Windows. Course content includes getting started with Word, using files, finding help, entering and editing text, formatting text and paragraphs, merge feature, columns, tables, and graphics with individual hands-on-use. Prerequisite: Intro to Computers, Intro to Windows or a good knowledge of PC operations.
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Microsoft Excel
Excel - Part 1
This is an introductory course designed to teach the fundamental skills for using Microsoft Excel software. The course takes a hands-on approach to explore the Excel desktop, enter and edit data, and format a worksheet. Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or working knowledge of PC operations.
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Excel - Part 2
This is a course building on knowledge gained from previous experience with Excel software. This course uses a hands-on approach to teach essential skills in a more detailed fashion to improve proficiency using Excel software. Course content includes more advanced editing features, more complex formulas and functions, using links and graphics in the worksheet. Prerequisite: Excel Part 1 or a good working knowledge of Excel.
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Excel - Part 3
This is a course building on knowledge gained from previous experience with Excel software. This course uses a hands-on approach to teach advanced skills to improve proficiency using Excel software. Course content includes taking advantage of Macros and VBA, using Excel as a database, performing analysis and employing collaboration techniques. Prerequisite: Excel Parts 1 and 2, or a thorough working knowledge of Excel.
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Excel - Complete
This course uses a hands-on approach to teach the fundamental skills for using Microsoft Excel. Course content includes exploring the Excel desktop, editing worksheet data, creating formulas and functions, and using links and graphics in the worksheet. Prerequisite: Intro to Computers, Intro to Windows or a good working knowledge of PC operations.
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Microsoft Access
Access - Part 1
This is an introductory, but technical, course using a hands-on approach designed to teach the fundamental skills for using Microsoft Access software to more experienced computer users. Course content includes designing and creating databases, sorting and selecting records, and generating basic forms and reports. Prerequisite: A good working knowledge of various computer applications.
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Access - Part 2
This course is a continuation of the Microsoft Access, Part 1 course. Building on the skills learned in Part 1 (creating a database, and adding tables and queries to the database), this course uses a hands-on approach to teach students to create customized reports and forms, switchboards, and macros. In addition, modifying control properties, using additional data types, and working with subforms and subreports is covered. Prerequisite: Microsoft Access Part 1 or equivalent working knowledge of Access.
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Access - Part 3
This course is an advanced skills course for those who want to build applications using Microsoft Access. A hands-on approach is used to instruct students in the following topics: planning an application, creating dialog boxes, using macro groups, working with splash screens, designing switchboards, customizing toolbars and menu bars, and using VBA. Prerequisite: Microsoft Access Parts 1 and 2, or a thorough knowledge of Access.
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Access - Complete
This course uses a hands-on approach to teach both the fundamental and more advanced skills for using Microsoft Access software to more experienced computer users. Course content includes designing and creating databases, designing forms, sorting and selecting records, and generating reports. Prerequisite: Good working knowledge of various computer applications.
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Microsoft PowerPoint
PowerPoint - Part 1
This course is a beginner's guide to working with PowerPoint. The student will learn the basics of creating a presentation by using a hands-on approach. Course content includes using templates, adding and deleting slides, creating speaker notes, and putting the presentation together. Prerequisite: Intro to Windows, or a good working knowledge of computer applications.
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PowerPoint - Part 2
Building on the skills learned in Microsoft PowerPoint Part 1, the student will use a hands-on approach to learn to create more elaborate presentations using the advanced features of PowerPoint to format text, modify graphic objects, work with color schemes, animate text, and use the annotation pen. Prerequisite: Microsoft PowerPoint Part 1, or equivalent knowledge.
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PowerPoint - Complete
This is a complete course designed to teach students how to use PowerPoint. The student will use a hands-on approach to learn the basic and advanced techniques of creating a presentation using templates, adding and deleting slides, creating speaker notes, and putting the presentation together. Prerequisite: Intro to Windows, or an equivalent working knowledge.
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Microsoft Office
This course is designed to briefly introduce students to several of the programs which are bundled into the Microsoft Office software suite. Taking advantage of hands-on instruction, the student will learn the basic skills required to create Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, a simple Access database, and a PowerPoint presentation. Prerequisite: Intro to Windows, or an equivalent working knowledge.
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Microsoft Publisher
Publisher - Part 1
This is an introductory course designed to use a hands-on approach to teach the fundamental skills for using the Microsoft Publisher software. Course content includes exploring Publisher, working with template wizards, inserting text frames, and inserting graphics. Prerequisite: Intro to Windows or a working knowledge of PC operations.
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Publisher - Part 2
This is a course designed to use a hands-on approach to teach the more advanced skills in using the Microsoft Publisher software. Course content includes editing and using personal information sets, creating web forms, and using advanced Publisher features to produce professional looking publications. Prerequisite: Microsoft Publisher Part 1 or equivalent working knowledge of Publisher.
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Publisher - Complete
This is an introductory course designed to use a hands-on approach to teach the fundamental skills for using the Microsoft Publisher software. Course content includes exploring Publisher, working with template wizards, inserting text frames, and inserting graphics. Prerequisite: Intro to Windows or a working knowledge of PC operations.
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Microsoft Outlook
This course takes a hands-on approach to teach the basic skills required to utilize Microsoft Outlook as a desktop information management system. Course content includes managing a calendar, contact list, Syllabus, and learning the mechanics of sending or receiving E-mail. Furthermore, the course looks at Outlook’s properties and settings. Prerequisite: Intro to Windows or a working knowledge of PC operations.
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Intro to Internet
This course is an introductory course designed to use a hands-on approach to teach the fundamental skills for using the Internet. Course content includes: getting started on the Internet including discussions on modems and connections, exploring the World Wide Web using the web browser, and setting up and working with e-mail to include attachments. Prerequisites: Intro to Computers or equivalent knowledge.
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Microsoft Project
This is an overview course which uses a hands-on approach to introduce the fundamental skills for using Microsoft Project. This class is especially designed for students who want to learn how to create a basic project schedule with tasks and task relationships. Topics include editing and organizing projects, assigning resources to the tasks, and using Project views to get information about the project. Prerequisites: Working knowledge of various Microsoft Office applications.
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Microsoft FrontPage
This is a course designed to use a hands-on approach to teach the fundamentals of creating web sites and web pages using the graphical interface of Microsoft FrontPage. Course content includes learning design and layout of Web pages, navigation structures, inserting and modifying the properties of web elements, adding hyperlinks, and working with form controls. Prerequisite: Good working knowledge of various Windows applications.
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Keyboarding Classes - Individual or Group (Call for information)
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Pricing: $175 for 10 hour class for a class size of 4 or more students;
$55/hour/student for small class for up to 3 students or individual instruction
(Cost of books not included, but desk copies are available for use during class)