The Apache Junction Public
Library is proud to offer a variety of entry and advanced
level computer classes covering some of the most popular
areas of computer usage. Classes are a 90 minute, one
time occurence and the class size is limited to 14 participants.
Where: Apache Junction Public Library program
room/computer lab.
When: Monthly. Please call the Library at
474-8555 to reserve your space.
Cost: FREE!
Difficulty
Level: All classes are designed for
users with very little or no experience. |
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Classes & Descriptions:
Basic Internet
Participants are introduced to the basics of the computer. Participants do
a subject search and learn how to narrow it. They are also shown how to get
to a specific website address. If time allows, they may also start on a search
of interest to them. Participants will also learn how to evaluate website information plus save and print web pages.
Prerequisite: Registration and use of a mouse are required
Basic E-mail
Using Yahoo! Mail (a free e-mail provider), participants will learn how to open an e-mail
account. They will learn the basic functions of the account and how to send
and receive e-mail to each other as practice. If you already know how to
send and receive e-mail, this class may be too basic for you.
Prerequisite:
Registration and ability to use a mouse are required
Microsoft Word
Participants are introduced to the basics of word processing. They learn how
to make formatting changes to a document such as style effects, font sizes
and styles. Students also learn to save to a disk, print documents and open
from a disk.
Prerequisite: Registration and ability to use a mouse are required
eBayeeBeeeeeeeeay
Using eBay, the popular online auction site, students
learn the basics of establishing an account, searching
for items, bidding and selling items. Students will
also learn valuable security tips and precautions.
Prerequisite: Registration and ability to use a mouse are required
Basic Computer Imaging
The class will demonstrate the use of freely available software like Windows Paint, Kodak Easyshare, as well as applications such as Nero, PowerStitch and Adobe Photoshop to edit, enhance, manage and distribute your digital photographs. Learn how to remove “red-eye” effect and “noise” from your digital images, “stitch” multiple photos into stunning panoramic landscapes, and restore old photographs to their original colors. Using a personal computer, some skill and a bit of patience you will be able to make your photos into creative works of art.
Prerequisite: Registration and ability to use a mouse are required
Basic Excel 2007
Microsoft Excel Participants will be given an introduction to the entry level technniques of spreadsheets including the explanation of rows, columns, cells and their purposes. An overview of basic functions such as sort, and simple formulas is included. Registration and ability to use a mouse are required, and a familiarity with Microsoft Office Word is helpful.
Prerequisite: Registration and ability to use a mouse are required.
Beyond Basic Computer P.I.T. Stop
Bring in your computer or use one of ours to continue your success using computers.
