Computer Classes at the C. E. Weldon Public Library

March Computer Classes for Adults

Pre-registration is REQUIRED for all computer classes. You must register in person at the circulation desk. You are allowed to register yourself only for computer classes. Registration opens for each class on the first of each month.

·        There is a limit of 8 participants for most classes. A computer will be provided.

·      Cancellation Policy – Important: if you find that you are unable to attend, please call the library at 731-587-3148, as soon as possible so we may fill your spot.  Because of the high demand for these classes, a $5.00 no-show fee will be assessed if cancellation is not made 24-hours in advance.

Classes will meet in the conference room at the library.

Classes and Descriptions

• LEARN TO USE A COMPUTER MOUSE AND KEYBOARD
  If you have never used a computer mouse or have trouble navigating with a mouse this is a pre-requisite to all other classes. Basic explanation of the keyboard will be given.

• COMPUTER BASICS
  Basic elements of Windows, including: using the mouse and keyboard, highlighting, copying, and pasting text, common menus, toolbars, and shortcuts, exploring programs and documents, overview of computer hardware and storage media.

• INTERNET FOR BEGINNERS
  Introduction to the Internet, including getting online, understanding basic terminology, toolbar buttons in Internet Explorer, using search sites, evaluating Web sites and online information, using intermediate and advanced online tools and search features.
  Prerequisites: Computer Basics class -or- familiarity with the mouse, including highlighting, copying, and pasting.

• MICROSOFT WORD FOR BEGINNERS
  Class will cover components of a typical Word window. Learn to create and save a document, editing and formatting techniques, cut, copy and paste, and preview and printing documents Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers class or must be proficient with the mouse and have a good understanding of keyboard editing keys.

• MICROSOFT WORD II (DESKTOP PUBLISHING)
  Microsoft Word provides many of the features you’ll find in most commercial desktop publishing programs. Learn all the features that will get you on your way to creating beautiful newsletters, fliers, greeting cards, etc. Prerequisite: Microsoft Word for Beginners, or must be proficient with basic Word functions.

• EXCEL FOR BEGINNERS
  This popular spreadsheet program will introduce you to components of a typical Excel window and spreadsheet basics including formulas, and formatting cells, rows, and columns. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers class or must be proficient with the mouse and have a good understanding of keyboard editing keys.

• ADVANCED MICROSOFT EXCEL
  Learn how to navigate within an Excel worksheet, enter and edit data, select ranges, format cells, and create simple formulas and charts.
  Prerequisites: Microsoft Word class - or - familiarity with using the keyboard and mouse; highlighting, copying, and pasting text; and using the basic elements of the Windows operating system.

• BEGINNER DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
  This class will provide an overview of how to upload digital photographs from your digital camera to a computer, and then how to do some basic editing of them using free image editing software and web services. It is not a class on how to use your digital camera or to do advanced image editing. You are welcome to bring your digital camera and laptop to class if you like, or you can just come and watch.

• POWERPOINT FOR BEGINNERS
  Learn how to use design templates for slides and how to add WordArt, clip art and animations. We'll also discuss how to save, view and print a presentation, as well as posting your presentation online for others to view.
  Prerequisites: Microsoft Word class - or - familiarity with using the keyboard and mouse; highlighting, copying, and pasting text; and using the basic elements of the Windows operating system.

• USING THE LIBRARY CATALOG
  Come learn ways to find what you're looking for in the library catalog. We'll cover basic search techniques that are guaranteed to save you time, including narrowing your search and accessing your account. We'll give an overview of Illuminar, the library software. This course will be offered later in the spring of 2012.

• GOOGLE EMAIL
  Creating and using a free Google email account, including choosing a unique email address and password, composing and sending email messages, attaching files to email messages, reading and replying to incoming email, and storing email addresses in a personal address book.
  Prerequisites: Computer Basics class and Internet class -or-familiarity with using the keyboard and mouse, getting online and entering Web addresses.

• RÉSUMÉ 101
  Use Winway Resume software to create and print a basic resume.

Other classes will be offered during the year, including homework help for kids, test preparation for high school students, and other topics. If there is a specific topic you would like to learn more about, call the library at 731-587-3148 and ask for Russell Cook.