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Computer Classes

Classes are

Microsoft Office 2007 classes
Free
One-time, two-hour sessions
Limited to 10 students

Students should

Register in advance by calling 231-5573. Classes open for sign up two weeks (14 days) before the date of the class being offered.
Register only for classes for which they meet the prerequisites
Provide a local phone number at which they may receive class confirmation or cancellation messages from the library
Call to cancel as soon as possible if unable to attend
Arrive on time

Please note

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Additional students will be placed on a waiting list and notified in the event spaces become available.
If you are more than 5 minutes late, your seat may be given to another student.
Classes are subject to cancellation. In the event a class is cancelled, an attempt will be made to notify all registered students.
Learning any new skill takes time and patience. Please take advanced classes only when you are comfortable with the skills taught in basic level classes. Practice outside of class is essential to mastery of the skills.

About classes offered at Village Branch…

Classes are:

Free
One-time, two-hour sessions
Limited to 8 students
No advance registration required, students will be accepted in the order they arrive
Call 231-5575 with questions regarding Village Branch classes

About Digital Studio Classes

Classes are:

All classes labeled Digital Studio will be held in our Digital Studio located in our Northside Branch.

Computer Basics

This class is for the beginner. It will introduce some basic computer concepts, how to use a mouse, and how to use the keyboard . No computer experience necessary.

12/2/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Eagle Creek Branch
12/9/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Beaumont Branch
1/5/2010, Tue 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/9/2010, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/13/2010, Wed 10:00 AM at Northside Branch
1/26/2010, Tue 2:00 PM at Village Branch
1/27/2010, Wed 10:00 AM at Eagle Creek Branch

Windows 1

Learn the essentials of the Windows operating system, including the desktop and standard Windows program functions. Prerequisite: Computer Basics class or ability to use the mouse and keyboard.

12/3/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Eagle Creek Branch
12/10/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Beaumont Branch
1/6/2010, Wed 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/14/2010, Thu 10:00 AM at Northside Branch
1/16/2010, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/28/2010, Thu 10:00 AM at Eagle Creek Branch

Windows 2

Learn more advanced tools in the Windows operating system, including file management and the Control Panel. Prerequisite: Windows Level I or familiarity with basic Windows functions.

11/21/2009, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library
12/4/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Eagle Creek Branch
12/11/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Beaumont Branch
1/5/2010, Tue 2:00 PM at Village Branch
1/7/2010, Thu 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/15/2010, Fri 10:00 AM at Northside Branch
1/23/2010, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/29/2010, Fri 10:00 AM at Eagle Creek Branch

Microsoft Word: Level 1

Learn the basics of word processing, including creating, formatting, and printing a simple document. Prerequisite: Windows Level 2 class or experience using Windows programs.

12/1/2009, Tue 10:00 AM at Central Library
12/7/2009, Mon 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/4/2010, Mon 6:30 PM at Central Library
1/5/2010, Tue 10:00 AM at Beaumont Branch
1/12/2010, Tue 2:00 PM at Village Branch
1/13/2010, Wed 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/22/2010, Fri 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch

Microsoft Word: Level 2

Learn more advanced word processing skills including bulleted and numbered lists, and cut/copy/paste functions. Prerequisite: Word Level 1 class or experience using the Office ribbon toolbar and creating simple documents using Word 2007.

12/3/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Central Library
12/9/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/7/2010, Thu 10:00 AM at Beaumont Branch
1/11/2010, Mon 6:30 PM at Central Library
1/29/2010, Fri 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. Prerequisite: Word Level 2 class.

12/4/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/4/2010, Mon 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/19/2010, Tue 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch

Microsoft Word: Level 4

Learn more advanced word processing skills including tables and mail merge. Prerequisite: Word Level 2 class.

1/11/2010, Mon 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/21/2010, Thu 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch

Microsoft Excel: Level 1

This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a spreadsheet program. Prerequisite: Word Level 2 class or experience using tables and the Office ribbon toolbar.

11/30/2009, Mon 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/6/2010, Wed 10:00 AM at Beaumont Branch
1/12/2010, Tue 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/25/2010, Mon 6:30 PM at Central Library
1/26/2010, Tue 10:00 AM at Central Library

Microsoft Excel: Level 2

Learn more advanced functions and features for manipulating spreadsheets. Prerequisite: Excel Level 1 class.

12/2/2009, Wed 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/8/2010, Fri 10:00 AM at Beaumont Branch
1/14/2010, Thu 10:00 AM at Central Library

Microsoft Excel: Level 3

Learn more advanced functions and features for manipulating spreadsheets. Prerequisite: Excel Level 2 class.

12/11/2009, Fri 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/20/2010, Wed 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. Prerequisite: Word Level 3 class.

12/8/2009, Tue 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/15/2010, Fri 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/20/2010, Wed 10:00 AM at Tates Creek Branch

Microsoft Powerpoint: Level 2

Learn more advanced strategies for controlling and customizing your presentation, including tables, charts, and custom animation. Prerequisite: PowerPoint Level 1 class.

12/10/2009, Thu 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/27/2010, Wed 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. Prerequisite: Windows Level 2 class or experience using Windows programs.

12/5/2009, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/8/2010, Fri 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/19/2010, Tue 10:00 AM at Central Library
1/19/2010, Tue 2:00 PM at Village Branch
1/30/2010, Sat 10:00 AM at Central Library

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 Internet Explorer and ability to do a simple web search.

1/27/2010, Wed 10:00 AM at Central Library

Web Tools Level 1: Web Pages

Create a simple web page with Google Sites. Topics include adding a sidebar, images, links to other pages, and attaching files. Prerequisites: Google account (free) AND Internet 2.

1/22/2010, Fri 10:00 AM at Central Library

Web Tools Level 2: Blogs

Create a blog using Google's Blogger. Topics include adding content, sharing, and using an RSS feed. Prerequisites: Google account (free) and Web Tools I.

1/25/2010, Mon 10:00 AM at Central Library

Web Tools Level 3: Social Networks

Learn about social networking applications. Topics include Facebook, Goodreads, privacy, and more. Prerequisites: email address AND Web Tools 1 or experience using social applications such as Facebook or MySpace.

1/28/2010, Thu 10:00 AM at Central Library

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