All Sessions are Tuesday's - 10:00AM to Noon- Starting 1/17/2012
These classes are for all individuals who have Some experience or None in the use of a personal computer. You do not need to own a personal computer to take any of our courses. Computers are available at the Center. Instructors will assist students in each of these classes. New Students must take Basics.
New for 2012:
One on One: (One Instructor and One Student).
Set up at a round table with one Laptop.
One on Two: (One Instructor and Two Students).
Set up at a round table with two students with Laptops,
The Instructor will have a Laptop and an attached
Monitor.
One on Four: (One Instructor and Four Students).
Set up at a rectangle table with Four students with
Laptops. The Instructor will have a Laptop and an attached
Monitor.
Our Instructors will be available to help you on Tues from 10 – Noon.
IMPORTANT: To maximize your benefit, we have established an all inclusive fee to become a member of the BWSC Computer Club. For an annual Donation of $25, all the sessions are free, but you will have an obligation to learn and help others in the Group. The Donation is expected before the beginning of the courses.
1. BASICS (One on One)
Computer Fundamentals This lesson course is designed
for individuals who have had limited use of a computer before and for individuals who are not yet comfortable using the keyboard or mouse to communicate with a computer. In this course, you will learn to master the mouse and the basic computer use of the keyboard and a lot of useful activities.
2. E-MAIL (One on Four)
Using Google G-Mail - This lesson course is designed for individuals who would like to communicate with family and friends by using E-Mail. Want to become more proficient with E-mail? Are you confused about sending or receiving emails? How about sending and receiving pictures or other attachments? Are you using your Contacts address book to eliminate typing long addresses in every E-mail you send? If you have E-mail questions or problems, then this Session class is for you!
3. INTERNET (One on Two)
Using Google Search - This lesson course is designed for Searching the Internet to find or purchase things. Want to find someone in the White Pages or create a Map to get to some place? Do you have an item that you want but can’t find it in the store? How about a part or other attachment for fixing something? Ever think of using EBay? If you have Internet questions or problems, then this Session class is for you!
You should own or have access to a personal computer to be able to practice your skills. You must become comfortable using a mouse and keyboard.
These skills are taught in the Basic course.
4. WORD 2007 (One on Four)
Using Word 2007 This lesson course teaches you how to use the most common functions available in the Microsoft Word 2007 software program. The class will start by reviewing some of the MS Word features you should recognize, including, inserting, deleting and selecting text, moving through and saving documents, spell checking, printing and using menu and command bars. As the course progresses, you will learn formatting skills including changing character fonts, sizes and colors and formatting paragraphs.
5. EXCEL 2007 (One on Four)
Using Excel 2007 This lesson course teaches you how to use the most common functions in the Microsoft Excel 2007 software program. The class will start by reviewing spreadsheet features such as modifying Columns, Rows, & Cells. You will format text, create simple formulas and work with cells.
6. POWER POINT 2007 (One on Four)
Using Power Point 2007 This lesson course teaches you how to use the most common functions in the Microsoft Power Point 2007 software program. The class will start by reviewing some of the MS Slide presentation features. Themes and Background Styles, Pictures, Clip Art, and working with lists will be included.
7. SKYPE (One on Two)
Using Skype This lesson course teaches you how to set up and use the most common functions in the Skype Visual Communication. The class will start by reviewing some of the set up features. You will make calls and video calls to another Skype person.
8. FACEBOOK 101 (One on Two)
Using facebook This lesson course teaches you how to set up and use the most common functions in Facebook Communication. The class will start by reviewing some of the set up features such as privacy, profiles, how to find friends and sharing .
9. PICASA 3.8 /DIGITAL PHOTO (One on Four).
Using Digital Cameras: Downloading
Working on Pictures: This lesson course is designed to explore digital camera use with computers. You will learn how to download pictures directly from your camera and how to arrange them in folders. If you don’t have this kind of a camera and want to explore which camera may be the right one for you, this Session is for you! You can enhance your pictures automatically and /or manually adjust them .You will learn how to change brightness, crop and even order prints from your local CVS or Internet vendor. This is a fun Session and may be one you will really enjoy!
10. MOVIE MAKER (One on Two).
Making Movies - Must have taken Pictures Session.
This two lesson course is designed to take your pictures, Videos and Music on your computer and combine them into a movie .You will learn how to how to add Titles, Captions and Credits to your movie and even Publish it on You-Tube or make a DVD. Imagine the surprise of your friends and family when they receive a DVD produced by you. None of the other sessions are as much fun as this one. Don’t be the one to miss it!
TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT
One on One, Two, or Four Tutoring
Individualized Computer Lessons -
Do you own a computer? Ask about our Loaner/Adoption Program. Do our other class offerings not fit your needs? How does a personal tutor for one-on-one education sound? We've got it! Do you have an area you need help with? Some of the topics prior students have requested are:
Blogging 101
System Virus Protection (AVG 2012)
System Maintenance
Files, Folders and Windows 7
Managing Digital Pictures
Check Writing by Quicken
On line Banking
TurboTax
Pick one topic and have it scheduled, Pick a different topic each time you attend, if you like. You can even bring your own Laptop to class to increase your learning experience. There is no other class offered in the area that is tailored like this.
