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Computer Classes

Computer Basics

This class is for the beginner. It will introduce the basic parts of a computer, how to use a mouse, and the Windows desktop. No computer experience necessary.This class is for the beginner. It will introduce the basic parts of a computer, how to use a mouse, and the Windows desktop. No computer experience necessary.

  • 12/1/2008, Mon 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 12/2/2008, Tue 12:00 PM at Village Branch
  • 12/4/2008, Thu 12:00 PM at Village Branch
  • 1/5/2009, Mon 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/13/2009, Tue 6:30 PM at Northside Branch
  • 1/17/2009, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/20/2009, Tue 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/20/2009, Tue 12:00 PM at Village Branch
  • 1/22/2009, Thu 12:00 PM at Village Branch
  • 1/26/2009, Mon 6:30 PM at Central Library

Windows Basics

Learn the essentials of the Windows operating system, including the desktop, standard Windows program functions, and file management. Required prerequisite: Computer Basics class or familiarity with the Windows desktop.

  • 11/22/2008, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 12/2/2008, Tue 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 12/9/2008, Tue 12:00 PM at Village Branch
  • 12/11/2008, Thu 12:00 PM at Village Branch
  • 1/6/2009, Tue 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/15/2009, Thu 6:30 PM at Northside Branch
  • 1/22/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/27/2009, Tue 12:00 PM at Village Branch
  • 1/28/2009, Wed 6:30 PM at Central Library
  • 1/29/2009, Thu 12:00 PM at Village Branch
  • 1/31/2009, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library

Microsoft Word: Level 1

Learn the basics of word processing including creating, formatting, and printing a simple document. Required prerequisite: Windows Basics class or familiarity with the Windows desktop.

  • 12/5/2008, Fri 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 12/16/2008, Tue 12:00 PM at Village Branch
  • 12/18/2008, Thu 12:00 PM at Village Branch
  • 1/7/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/15/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/27/2009, Tue 10:00 AM at Central Library

Microsoft Word: Level 2

Learn more advanced word processing skills including tables, bulleted and numbered lists, cut/copy/paste functions, headers and footers. Required prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 1 class or experience using Word.

  • 12/2/2008, Tue 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/8/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/16/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/20/2009, Tue 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/21/2009, Wed 6:30 PM at Central Library
  • 1/28/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Central Library

Microsoft Word: Level 3

Learn how to use the drawing toolbar to add graphic elements to your Word document. Required prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 2 class or experience using Word.

  • 12/3/2008, Wed 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/9/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/12/2009, Mon 6:30 PM at Central Library
  • 1/21/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Central Library

Microsoft Publisher: Level 1

This class illustrates the many uses for this popular desktop publishing program. Create greeting cards and a simple newsletter. Required prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 3 class or experience with the Drawing Toolbar within Word.

  • 12/2/2008, Tue 6:30 PM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/14/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Northside Branch
  • 1/30/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Eagle Creek Branch

Microsoft Publisher: Level 2

An introduction to using this popular desktop publishing program. Create a flyer, greeting card, and business card. Required prerequisite: Word Level 3 class or experience using the Drawing Toolbar within Word.

  • 12/4/2008, Thu 6:30 PM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/15/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Northside Branch

Resume Writing

This class illustrates how to use Microsoft Word to develop or update a resume. Students should come prepared with resume information including previous employment history and references. Required prerequisite: Microsoft Word 2000 Level 2 class or ability to cut/copy/paste with ease.

  • 1/26/2009, Mon 10:00 AM at Central Library

Microsoft Excel: Level 1

This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a spreadsheet program. Create a simple electronic checkbook. Required prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 2 class or ability to create and manipulate tables within Word with ease.

  • 12/1/2008, Mon 6:30 PM at Central Library
  • 1/6/2009, Tue 6:30 PM at Beaumont Branch
  • 1/12/2009, Mon 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/21/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/27/2009, Tue 6:30 PM at Eagle Creek Branch
  • 1/29/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Central Library

Microsoft Excel: Level 2

Learn more advanced functions and features for manipulating spreadsheets. Required prerequisite: Microsoft Excel Level 1 class or ability to create and use spreadsheets with ease. Required prerequisite: Microsoft Excel Level 1 class or ability to create and use spreadsheets with ease.

  • 12/3/2008, Wed 6:30 PM at Central Library
  • 1/8/2009, Thu 6:30 PM at Beaumont Branch
  • 1/13/2009, Tue 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/23/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/29/2009, Thu 6:30 PM at Eagle Creek Branch
  • 1/30/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Central Library

Microsoft Powerpoint: Level 1

This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a presentation program. Create a simple slideshow presentation. Required prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 3 class or experience with the Drawing Toolbar within Word.

  • 12/4/2008, Thu 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/6/2009, Tue 10:00 AM at Beaumont Branch
  • 1/22/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Central Library

Microsoft Powerpoint: Level 2

Learn more advanced strategies for controlling and customizing your presentation, including tables, charts, and custom animation. Required prerequisite: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1 class or experience creating slide shows within PowerPoint.

  • 12/5/2008, Fri 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/7/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Beaumont Branch
  • 1/23/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Central Library

Internet: Level 1

Learn what the Internet is and what it can offer. Time will be spent exploring interesting and useful websites using Internet Explorer. Required prerequisite: Windows Basics class or familiarity with the Windows desktop.

  • 11/21/2008, Fri 10:00 AM at Northside Branch
  • 12/3/2008, Wed 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/5/2009, Mon 6:30 PM at Central Library
  • 1/8/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Beaumont Branch
  • 1/14/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/20/2009, Tue 6:30 PM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/28/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Eagle Creek Branch

Internet: Level 2

Learn advanced searching techniques to find exactly what you need on the World Wide Web using Internet Explorer. Required prerequisite: Internet Level 1 class or experience using the Internet.

  • 12/4/2008, Thu 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/7/2009, Wed 6:30 PM at Central Library
  • 1/9/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Beaumont Branch
  • 1/16/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Northside Branch
  • 1/22/2009, Thu 6:30 PM at Tates Creek Branch
  • 1/29/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Eagle Creek Branch

Email: How to Use Free Internet E-mail

Learn how to use an Internet e-mail account. Practice sending, receiving, and organizing your e-mail. Required prerequisite: Internet Level 1 class or experience using the Internet.

  • 1/13/2009, Tue 12:00 PM at Village Branch
  • 1/15/2009, Thu 12:00 PM at Village Branch

Digital Photography for Beginners

Enter the world of digital photography! Includes demonstrations of how a digital camera and scanner work, plus hands-on experience editing digital pictures with Adobe Photoshop Elements. Required prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 3 class or experience with the Drawing Toolbar within Word.

  • 11/21/2008, Fri 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 12/6/2008, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/10/2009, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library
  • 1/14/2009, Wed 6:30 PM at Central Library
  • 1/24/2009, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library