Beginning Computer 1
An introduction to the Windows Operating System, using the mouse, keyboard, email, searching the internet, and using a word processor program. Class is limited to 4 people per class.
Computer Lab 3 Sessions $25
- April 16, 18 & 20, 2012 9;00-11:00am
- April 17, 19 & 24, 2012 5:30-7:30pm
- May 14, 16 & 18, 2012 1:00-3:00pm
- June 4, 6 and 8, 2012 9:00-11:00am
Beginning Computer 2
A deeper look at the Windows Operating System, Antivirus and Firewall Software. Class is limited to 4 people per class.
Pre-Requisites: Beginning Computer 1 or equivalent.
Computer Lab 3 Sessions $25
- April 30, May 2 & 4, 2012 1:00-3:00pm
- June 11, 13 & 15, 2012 9:00-11:00am
- June 12, 14 & 19, 2012 5:30-7:30pm
Internet Browsing
Using the Internet to locate information, learn search strategies to find what you are looking for. Class is limited to 4 people per class.
Pre-Requisites: Beginning Computer 1 or equivalent.
Computer Lab 1 Session $15
- April 24, 2012 9:00-11:00am
Where's My Pictures, Where's My Files?
Learn how to find lost files, create, rename, and manage Window files and folders. Class is limited to 4 people per class.
Prerequisite: Beginning Comp 1 or equivalent
Computer Lab 2 Sessions $20
- Class 1 (XP): April 17 & 19, 2012 (9:00-11:00am)
- Class 2 (Vista): May 8 & 10, 2012 (9:00-1100am)
- Class 3 (Win 7): May 15,& 17, 2012 (9:00-11:00am)
Taking Digital Camera Pictures
Explains the digital cemera "Auto" setting and when to use other features for taking better pictures. Class is limited to 4 people per class.
Prerequisite: None
Board Room 2 Sessions $20
- Class 1: April 30 and May 2, 2012 9:00-11:00am
Microsoft Word
Microsotf Office Word helps you produce professional looking documents, provides tools for creating, formatting and spell checking your document. Class is limited to 4 people per class.
Prerequisite: Beginning Comp 1 or equivalent
Computer Lab 2 Sessions $20
Fee: $15 (one 2-hour session)
- Class 1: April 23, 25 & 27, 2012 (1:00-3:00pm)
- Class 2: May 8, 10 & 15, 2012 (5:30-7:30pm)
Communicating with Friends Using Skype Web Cam
Experiencing placing and receiving a video phone call, setting up a Skype web video camera and account.
Prerequisite: Beginning Comp 1 or equivalent
Computer Lab 1 Session $15
- Class 1: April 24, 2012 (1:00-3:00pm)
Getting Your Email While Traveling
Learn to use Web mail such as Yahoo, Hotmail, or Gmail to Email your friends and relatives.
Prerequisite: Beginning Comp 1 or equivalent
Computer Lab 1 Session $15
- Class 1: April 26, 2012 (9:00-11:00am)
Introduction to Digital Photo Editing (DPE)
DPE 1: Preparing Pictures for Printing and Emailing
Organize digital photos, remove red-eye, crop for printing, and resize for emailing using Photoshop element.
Prerequisite: Beginning Comp 1 or equivalent
Computer Lab 3 Sessions $25
- Class 1: April 9, 11 & 13, 2012 (9:00-11:00am)
DPWS: Digital Photo Workshops
Create your own photo project in this workshop. If interested, contact Wayne Casnova for the syllabus (wcnova2@aol.com, 507-451-1831)
Prerequisite: DPE1 or similar photo editing experience
Computer Lab 2 Sessions $20 (Optional: 3rd Session $5)
- DPWSI: April 23, 25 & 27, 2012 (9;00-11:00am)
Beginning Video Editing
Explore Microsoft Movie Maker. Gather some of your videos from either a digital movie camera or your Point & Shoot camera and merge then into your movie. Burn the movie into a DVD and watch it on your large screen TV. Learn about clips, transitions, etc......
**Interested, sign up at the front desk. When there's enough interested, we'll set up a class.
Open Computer Lab
The Computer Lab is open to all members Monday—Friday at no charge. The Lab is closed when classes are scheduled. All computers have high speed access to the internet.
Do You Have Computer Questions?
We will meet with individuals with computer questions. Conversations/appointments will be limited to 30 minutes. First-come first served basis. Class instructors will be available starting 15 minutes after computer classes. No charge (please call the day of a class to verify that a class is being held).
Computer class prices vary depending on the number of sessions, but typically range from $15 to $30. Additional Classes will be added as demand warrants. Check the current newsletter and the reception desk for the latest class availability. Sign up deadline is Friday preceding the first class. If the current dates and times don’t work for you, contact us to see if we can schedule a class that will fit your schedule. Minimum of 2 people for all computer classes. To register or for more information SeniorPlace 507-444-4280