Computer Classes

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• Introduction to Windows Vista/7 - Learn the basics of computers, including mouse skills and terminology.  A great class for beginners of all levels.
  Pre-requisite: None
  Class Materials: Windows 7 Packet | Windows Vista Packet

• Introduction to the Internet - Learn the basics of navigating the Internet, including terminology.
  Pre-requisite: Introduction to Windows XP and Windows knowledge.
  Class Materials: Intro to the Internet Packet
  

• Genealogy on the Internet - Visit online research databases and online sites to search for family history.
  Pre-requisite: Introduction to the Internet.
  Class Materials: Genealogy Packet
  

• Online Digital Photo Fun - Learn to create photo mosaics, Polaroid tiles, movie posters, trading cards, unique photo books, your own personalized magazine cover and so much more!
  Prerequisite: Introduction to Digital Photography.
  Class Materials: Digital Photo Packet
  

• Cool Free Stuff Program -We’ll talk about where free software comes from, and why it’s free. We’ll also give you a disc to take home with a wide selection of applications that, were you to purchase their retail equivalents, would cost over $2,500!
  Class Materials: Cool Free Stuff Packet | Best Free Software of 2011

• Introduction to Word 2007/2010 - Learn the basics of word processing (typing), using Microsoft Word. 
  Pre-requisite: Introduction to Windows class, a basic Windows knowledge.
  Class Materials: Intro to Word 2010 Packet | Intro to Word 2007 Packet

• Intermediate Word 2007/2010 - Go beyond the basics of MS Word and learn some more editing techniques. 
  Pre-requisite: Introduction to MS Word.
  Class Materials: Intermediate Word 2010 Packet | Intermediate Word 2007 Packet

• Mail Merge with MS Word 2007/2010 - Learn how to create a data source, create a form letter, merge documents, and create a label main document.
  Pre-requisite: Basic Windows and MS Word knowledge.
  Class Materials: Mail Merge 2010 Packet | Mail Merge 2007 Packet | Mail Merge Data

• Introduction to PowerPoint 2007/2010 - Learn the basics of creating a new presentation with this program! 
  Pre-requisite: Basic Windows and MS Word knowledge.
  Class Materials: Intro to PowerPoint 2010 Packet | Intro to PowerPoint 2007 Packet

• Intermediate PowerPoint 2007/2010 - Learn: inserting a sound clip, acquiring more sounds, inserting a video into a  presentation, setting movie options, along with inserting a Photo Album.
  Class Materials: Intermediate PowerPoint 2010 Packet

• Introduction to Excel 2007/2010 - Learn the basics of creating a spreadsheet and using the math functions.
  Pre-requisite: Basic Windows and MS Word knowledge.
  Class Materials: Intro to Excel 2010 Packet | Intro to Excel 2007 Packet

• Intermediate Excel 2007/2010 - Learn to use the advanced formulas, graphs, and reporting tools (including Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts) in Excel.
  Pre-requisite: Introduction to Excel.
  Class Materials: Intermediate Excel 2010 Packet | Intermediate Excel 2007 Packet | Class Spreadsheet

• Advanced  Excel 2007/2010: Reporting Tools - Learn to use the reporting tools: pivot tables/charts, goal seeking, scenarios, & data tables.
  Pre-requisite: Intermediate Excel.
  Class Materials: Advanced Excel 2010 Packet | Advanced Excel 2007 Packet

• Introduction to Publisher 2007/2010 - Learn the basics of creating a calendar and a one-page publication. 
  Pre-requisite: Basic Windows and MS Word knowledge.
  Class Materials: Intro to Publisher 2010 Packet | Intro to Publisher 2007 Packet

• Internet Safety - Learn about the different precautions you can take to keep your computer safe from viruses and bugs on the Web. 
  Pre-requisite: Introduction to the Internet.

• Create Your Own Web Page - Learn the basics of creating a Web page from scratch.  Explore HTML, the computer code that forms the backbone of the World Wide Web.  Pre-requisite: Basic Windows knowledge and familiarity with using the Internet.   Click here for the course handout.
  Pre-requisite: Introduction to the Internet.

• Introduction to Research Databases - Learn how to use the online research databases offered by the Twinsburg Public Library. 
  Pre-requisite: Basic Internet and mouse skills.

• Travel on the Internet - Explore travel destinations on the Internet, search for cheap airfares and lodging information, and more! 
  Pre-requisite: Basic Internet and mouse skills.
  Class Materials: Travel on The Internet Packet
  

• Buying or Selling a House on the Internet - Learn how to research home prices and how to list your home online. 
  Pre-requisite: Basic Internet and mouse skills.

• Buying and Selling Your Stuff Online - Looking for stuff to sell or buy online?  We will look at a variety of websites (i.e. Ebay, Craigslist, and others) to accomplish this mission!
  Pre-requisite: Basic Internet and mouse skills.
  Class Materials: Buying and Selling Packet
  

• Introduction to Digital Photography - Explore the differences between digital & film photography.  Learn how to edit and manipulate images with free imaging software. Click here for the course handout.
  Pre-requisite: Basic computer knowledge.

• Creating Resumes in Word - Learn the basics of creating a resume using a template in Microsoft Word.
  Pre-requisite: Word class or basic MS Word knowledge.

• Introduction to Blogs - Ever wonder why there's been so much buzz about blogs lately?  Find out what they are, how they work, and what makes them so unique.
  Pre-requisite: Internet class or basic Internet knowledge.

• Beginner's Guide to GIMP - Learn how to use the advanced features of this sophisticated imaging program.  Use GIMP to alter photos and create graphics from scratch. Click here for the class handout, or here for the complete course packet including the handout and sample images.
  Prerequisite: Introduction to Digital Photography.

• Office 2010 Update - Learn the major changes in Microsoft Office’s new version, Office 2010.  This class will be         beneficial to those upgrading from prior versions of Office to 2010.

• Computer Coach - One-on-one (or two) computer training from 30 minutes to 1 hour with Library staffers who will help you get started with the wide world of computers! This service is intended for all levels of users that need to get more comfortable with specific computer operations or a brief introduction with using specific features that you can’t quite grasp.  Such as: Library’s Catalog, Research Databases, MS Office (Word, Excel/Publisher & PowerPoint), email, Windows and more!   Please inquire if your topic is not mentioned!