February 2008
CRIT LIBRARY COMPUTER CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Must sign up for classes: 669-1332  
Instructor: Gilford Harper




  Internet: An Introduction:
Leran how to access the internet in the library and from your home computer. During class, you will practice basic internet searching using web directories and search engines.

 
  Introduction to Access:
Students will learn the basics of the powerful Microsoft database program. Experience with using Microsoft Excel is preferred
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  MS Excel, Part1, Creating Workbooks. An Introduction:
Learn how to create basic workbook files using Microsoft Excel 2003. Discover how to organize data more efficently using spreadsheets.
 
  MS PowerPoint, Part 1, The Basics:
Learn how to create and present slideshow presentations for work, school or personal use.
 
  MS Excel, Part 2, Basic Formulas and Formatting Workbooks:
Let Excel do all the math for you! Practice creating and applying formulas to your worksheets. Attendance at Microsoft Excel Part 1 is preferred.
 
  Microsoft Windows for Beginners:
Learn basic functions of the Windows operating system that enables you to create, save, close, and open files.
 
  File Management:
Learn to use Windows Explores, your computers filing cabinet to organize and manage your files.
 
  MS Word, Part 1, Creating/Editing Documents:
Discover how to create word processing documents using Microsoft Word 2003. Practice preparing files using Word's document templates to begin documents. Learn various editing features that allow you to effectively revise documents. Explore ways to quickly copy and move text. Attendance at Microsoft Windows for Beginners is preferred.
 
  Beginning HTML, The Basics: Learn how the internet and web pages interact and find out what you need to do to create a website of your own. The discover the basics of HTML code that will start your journey to create a website.  
  Introduction to digital cameras:
Learn more about digital cameras. Discussion of basic vocabulary and an introduction to the equipment will give you a greater understanding. No experience or camera required.
 
  Mail Merge:
Learn how to create letters, labels, and envelopes for mass mailings. Learn how to create address lists to facilitate this process using Microsoft Excel. Ideal for Christmas cards, weddings, family reunion letters, and more! Some Microsoft Word and Excel required.