Computer Classes

BASIC COMPUTERS EVENING 6:30-8:30PM:                                                                                                             

This curriculum is intended for audiences that do not know very much about computers. The purpose of this basic computer curriculum would be to help the reader better understand how to use their computer more effectively and safely.

Topics:

1. What are the parts of your computer (Hardware).
2. Your mouse and double clicking.
3. What is an operating system (Software).
4. RAM memory, Hard Drive storage, Floppy Disk/Firmware, CD, Flash Drive, External Drive.
5. What is a computer program/application.
6. What are files and file types.
7. Computer Navigation and where are your files stored.
8. How to save, copy, and delete files.
9. Recycle Bin and other key applications.
10. Other relevant information.

COMPUTER SECURITY AND PERFORMANCE SESSION #1 EVENING 6:30-8:30PM

This curriculum is intended to explain methods to make your system more secure, keep your data more safe by backing it up, and avoid most performance degradation attributed to some applications and SPAM.  This class would provide some basic information about hardware, operating systems, and programs in the first half to help the students understand information covered in the last half regarding files, brief e-mail and computer security practices. This curriculum may vary depending on the student’s level of knowledge.

Topics:

1. How some file types can be used by third parties to gain control of your computer.
2. How to modify your file view settings so you are not as easily fooled by e-mails containing viruses.
3. How to prevent viruses and worms.
4. How to reduce SPAM.
5. How to back up your files.
6. How to reduce or eliminate unwanted programs that could reduce your system performance.
7. What to do if you receive a virus or worm.
8. What to do if you receive an e-mail telling you that an e-mail you sent contained a virus.

COMPUTER SECURITY AND PERFORMANCE SESSION #2 EVENING 6:30-8:30PM

This curriculum is intended to explain methods to make your system more secure, keep your data more safe by backing it up, and avoid most performance degradation attributed to some applications and SPAM.  This class would provide some basic information about hardware, operating systems, and programs in the first half to help the students understand information covered in the last half regarding files, brief e-mail and computer security practices. This curriculum may vary depending on the student”s level of knowledge.

Topics:

1. How some file types can be used by third parties to gain control of your computer.
2. How to modify your file view settings so you are not as easily fooled by e-mails containing viruses.
3. How to prevent viruses and worms.
4. How to reduce SPAM.
5. How to back up your files.
6. How to reduce or eliminate unwanted programs that could reduce your system performance.
7. What to do if you receive a virus or worm.
8. What to do if you receive an e-mail telling you that an e-mail you sent contained a virus.

EXCEL 2007 BASICS CLASS SESSION #1 EVENING 6:30-8:30PM

1. Getting Started
2. Creating A New Document
3. Saving Your Document
4. Toolbars
5. Formatting
   1. Working With Cells
   2. Changing An Entry Within A Cell
   3. Cut, Copy, and Paste
   4. Formatting Cells
   5. Formatting Rows and Columns
   6. Adding Rows and Columns
   7. Working with Charts
   8. Chart Design
   9. Chart Options
   10. Chart Style
   11. Inserting Smart Art Graphics
       1. Pictures
       2. Creating Functions
       3. Printing
       4. Other Helpful Functions
          1. Undo and Redo
          2. Other Tips
          3. Quitting/Exiting

EXCEL 2007 BASICS CLASS SESSION #2 EVENING 6:30-8:30PM

1. Getting Started
2. Creating A New Document
3. Saving Your Document
4. Toolbars
5. Formatting
   1. Working With Cells
   2. Changing An Entry Within A Cell
   3. Cut, Copy, and Paste
   4. Formatting Cells
   5. Formatting Rows and Columns
   6. Adding Rows and Columns
   7. Working with Charts
   8. Chart Design
   9. Chart Options
   10. Chart Style
   11. Inserting Smart Art Graphics
       1. Pictures
       2. Creating Functions
       3. Printing
       4. Other Helpful Functions
          1. Undo and Redo
          2. Other Tips
          3. Quitting/Exiting

INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET AND EMAIL BASICS EVENING 6:30-8:30PM

Objectives:

1. Understand purpose and scope of web, connectivity to Internet
2. Obtain basic knowledge of web browsers, searching
3. Create email account, learn basics of account management
4. Be able to send/receive e-mail and utilize attachments

Topics:
Internet, websites…

1. Getting Started – What is the Web?
2. How to connect to the Internet
3. How does Search work on the web?
4. Understanding search engines – (search techniques and strategies)

Email

1. Getting Started – Web-based email
2. How email works
3. Create your own email address
4. Managing email
5. Using your address book
6. Compose, attach, send!  Receive!

POWERPOINT 2007 BASICS EVENING 6:30-8:30PM

1. Introduction
2. Open PowerPoint
3. Creating A New Presentation
4. Saving Your Presentation
5. Getting Help in MS PowerPoint 2007
6. The Slide Master
7. Inserting A Slide
8. Deleting A Slide
9. Inserting Pictures
10. Inserting Charts
11. Inserting Tables
12. Presentation Views
13. Animations
14. Transitions
15. Tips and Tricks
16. Final Notes

WORD 2007 SESSION #1-BASIC TO ADVANCED EVENING 6:30-8:30PM

A basic to advanced Word 2007 class covering everything you need to know to use Word 2007 effectively including the following.  It is suggested that you complete Session #1 and Session #2 for a more complete understanding.

1. Getting Started
2. Working with Documents
3. Customize Word Environment
4. Editing A Document
5. Formatting Text
6. Formatting Paragraphs
7. Styles
8. Adding Tables
9. Graphics
10. Proofing A Document
11. Page Formatting
12. Macros
13. Table Of Contents
14. Creating a Web Page
15. Lists
16. References & Citations
17. Track Changes

WORD 2007 SESSION #2-BASIC TO ADVANCED EVENING 6:30-8:30PM

A basic to advanced Word 2007 class covering everything you need to know to use Word 2007 effectively including the following.  It is suggested that you complete Session #1 and Session #2 for a more complete understanding.

1. Getting Started
2. Working with Documents
3. Customize Word Environment
4. Editing A Document
5. Formatting Text
6. Formatting Paragraphs
7. Styles
8. Adding Tables
9. Graphics
10. Proofing A Document
11. Page Formatting
12. Macros
13. Table Of Contents
14. Creating a Web Page
15. Lists
16. References & Citations
17. Track Changes