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Computer Class Descriptions
There may be some differences between the classes and the descriptions below depending upon the instructor, the level of understanding of the students, and time constraints.
Advanced Computer Use: Students will...
• Be introduced to Microsoft Office Suite.
• Be introduced to Internet Explore.
• Learn how to print.
• Learn how to use removable media for data storage.

Advanced Email: Students will…
• Need to have completed the Intro to Email class or already have a Yahoo email account set up.
• Learn how to set up and maintain address accounts.
• Learn how to set up folders and use filtering and attachments.

Basic Computer Use: Students will ...
• Become familiar with basic parts of a computer.
• Learn the parts of the Windows operating environment.
• Become comfortable with simple navigation through the environment.
• Become aware of the file structure of the Windows environment.
• Become less apprehensive about using a computer.

Editing Digital Images: Students will…
• Learn how to crop images (photographs).
• Learn how to resize images (photographs).
• Learn how to print images (photographs).

Intro to Blogging: Students will ...
• Need to possess basic computer skills and knowledge.
• Understand the basics of blogging.
• Become familiar with the different types of blogging and blogging "genres."
• Learn how to connect with others who share like interests.

Intro to EBay: Students will ...
• Learn how to find an item.
• Learn how to view and evaluate listings.
• Learn how to easily bid and buy.
• Learn how to complete a purchase.

Intro to Email: Students will ...
• Understand use of email with particular attention to Yahoo World Wide Web-based free email.
• Learn how to set up their own accounts.
• Be able to compose and send a message, as well as read, forward, and delete emails.
• Learn how to manage their accounts through the creation of folders, address books and other e-mail accessories.

Intro to PowerPoint: Students will...
• Understand the basics of Microsoft (MS) PowerPoint.
• Learn how to set up a slideshow-based program.
• Learn how to incorporate fonts, animation, artwork+9k, sound, and different styles into their document.

Intro to the Internet: Students will...
• Learn some of the history and structure of the Internet and World Wide Web.
• Become familiar with the Internet Explorer browser.
• Understand concept of hyperlinks.
• Learn how to do a simple search on the World Wide Web.
• Become familiar with some interesting websites.

Intro to Word: Students will ...
• Understand the basics of Microsoft (MS) Word.
• Practice their new skills, including selecting, modifying text, cutting and pasting, opening, and saving a document.
• Understand there are multiple ways of completing a particular task in MS Word.

90 Minutes to a Winning Resume!: Students will…
• Learn the finer points of creating resumes and cover letters.
• Begin to create a resume or…
• Make adjustments to existing resumes. (Students are encouraged to bring electronic copies of existing resumes or to attach copies and send them to themselves in e-mails.)

Open Lab: Students (who have taken other HCLS classes) will...
• Work on their own in the lab.
• Review and practice what they have learned in computer classes.
• Ask questions of staff.

Using the Library Wisely: Students will...
• Learn to navigate the library website.
• Learn to navigate the electronic catalog to find books, audios, DVDs, MP3s, and other materials.
• Learn how to use NetLibrary to download audiobooks.
• Use the library website to navigate sites on genealogy and community resources, access the job hotline, and manage your personal library account.
• Talk about upcoming library events and classes.