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Otranto Road Regional

Office 2010 Basics
 
Word 2010 Basics
Learn how to enter, edit and format text in a document. Practice copying and pasting text, explore common features like spell-check and ClipArt and get tips on saving and printing files. Completion of the Computer Fundamentals series, or related experience, is needed.
 
Wednesday, May 8 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Registration begins May 1

Resume Tips and Tools
Learn how to use a resume template in Microsoft Word to effectively represent your skills and experience. Discover how to add and delete fields, format text professionally and create a cover letter to accompany your resume. Completion of Word Basics, or previous experience, is needed.
 
Wednesday, May 15 from 1:30 –3:30 p.m.
 Registration begins May 8

PowerPoint 2010 Basics
Learn how to create an electronic slide show, apply themes and styles, edit and format text, work with images and placeholders and view your presentation. Completion of Word Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Wednesday, May 22 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Registration begins May 15

Excel 2010 Basics
Explore the parts of a workbook and learn how to enter, edit and duplicate data. Practice inserting formulas, formatting text, resizing columns, creating charts, renaming and deleting sheets and printing. Completion of Word Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Wednesday, May 29 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Registration begins May 22
        

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Main Library, 2nd floor

Technology Learning Center Schedule of Classes
Please call (843) 805-6885 to register for classes.

Computer Fundamentals

 
Introduction to Computers
Unravel the mystery of how a computer works, the difference between hardware and software and how files are stored. Practice using the mouse and keyboard, too. No previous computer experience needed.
 
Thursday, May 2 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.     
Registration begins April 25
 
Using the Mouse and Keyboard
The mouse and keyboard are your computer’s communication tools. Learn how to click, click and drag, double– click and scroll with the mouse. Practice typing and editing text, numbers and symbols with the keyboard. No previous computer experience needed.
 
Thursday, May 9 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.     
Registration begins May 2
 
Working with Windows
Explore the typical menus, toolbars and dialog boxes for Windows 7 and Microsoft Office 2010. Learn how to resize windows, open files and make selections from the toolbars. Experience using the mouse and keyboard is needed.
 
Thursday, May 16 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.   
Registration begins May 9
 
File Storage and Organization
Discover how to save and organize your computer files more efficiently. Learn how to rename files, move and copy files, create folders by subject and delete unwanted files. Experience using the mouse and keyboard is needed.
 
Thursday, May 23 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.   
Registration begins May 16
 
Internet Explorer
 
Internet Basics
Dive into the World Wide Web with Internet Explorer. Learn how to find a web site, navigate through web pages, evaluate web sites and use the Search and Favorites tools. Completion of the Computer Fundamentals series, or related experience, is needed.
 
Friday, May 3 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins April 26
 
Internet: Beyond the Basics
Practice using Google and evaluating search results. Learn some advanced search strategies and how to interact effectively with web sites. Look at some social networking sites, including blogs, Facebook and YouTube. Completion of Internet Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Friday, May 10 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 3

Library Links
Learn how to find and access millions of free resources through the library catalog, available research databases, downloadable books and music. Practice searching for materials and managing your online account. Completion of Internet Basics, or previous experience, is needed
 
Friday, May 17 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 10

Google Docs
Learn how to use Google’s free, web-based software to create documents, spreadsheets and presentations, edit existing Microsoft Office files, share your work with others in real time and save your work securely online. Completion of Internet Basics and Word Basics, or previous experience, is needed.
 
Monday, May 20 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 13
 
Email Essentials
Learn how to send, receive, reply and forward email messages. Practice opening and saving attachments, organizing messages into folders and creating contacts. Completion of Internet Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Friday, May 24 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 17
 
 
Web Page Design
Explore the fundamentals of hypertext markup language (HTML), the coding used to design web pages. Practice entering source code for a web page that includes hyperlinks, a table and a photograph. Completion of Internet Basics, or previous experience, is needed.
 
Wednesday, May 29 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 22
 
Computer Maintenance Tips
Want to know how to handle virus threats, suspicious emails and outdated programs? Not sure how to control your computer’s settings? Learn some helpful tips and websites for maintaining a happy computer. Completion of Internet Basics, or previous experience, is needed.
 
Friday, May 31 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 24

Microsoft Word 2010
 
Word 2010 Basics
Learn how to enter, edit and format text in a document. Practice copying and pasting text, explore common features like spell-check and ClipArt and get tips on saving and printing files. Completion of the Computer Fundamentals series, or related experience, is needed.
 
Tuesday, May 7 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Registration begins April 30
 
Thursday, May 30 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Registration begins May 23
 

 
Word 2010: Beyond the Basics
Practice some of Word’s advanced features, such as inserting photos and text boxes, working with tables, adding headers and footers, setting tabs and creating columns. Completion of Word Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Tuesday, May 14 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.     
Registration begins May 7
 
Mail Merge Magic
Create an address list in Excel and merge it with Word to generate personalized letters, envelopes and labels. Learn how to filter and format addresses. Completion of Word Basics and Excel Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Saturday, May 18 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 11
 
Tables and Forms
Learn how to create and format a basic table, then turn it into an electronic form by adding text fields, check boxes, drop-down menus and protection. The forms can be completed by others without changing the table format. Completion of Word Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Saturday, May 25 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 18

Microsoft PowerPoint 2010
 
PowerPoint 2010 Basics
Learn how to create an electronic slide show, apply themes and styles, edit and format text, work with images and placeholders and view your presentation. Completion of Word Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Tuesday, May 21 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Registration begins May 14
 
PowerPoint 2010: Beyond the Basics
Discover how to insert slides and modify placeholders to display digital photos. Learn how to link to other slides and web sites, format text as WordArt and apply custom animation. Completion of PowerPoint Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Tuesday, May 28 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Registration begins May 21
 
Microsoft Publisher 2010
 
Publisher 2010 Basics
Create personalized flyers, cards, newsletters and more. Learn how to customize a template by adding text and shapes, changing colors, inserting images and formatting text. Completion of Word Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Wednesday, May 15 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.             
Registration begins May 8
 
Publisher 2010: Beyond the Basics
Practice some of Publisher’s advanced features, and customize a blank publication with sidebars, tables, photo captions and calendars. Learn how to add pages, insert text, change images and link text frames. Completion of Publisher Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Wednesday, May 22 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 15
 
Microsoft Excel 2010
 
Excel 2010 Basics
Explore the parts of a workbook and learn how to enter, edit and duplicate data. Practice inserting formulas, formatting text, resizing columns, creating charts, renaming and deleting sheets and printing. Completion of Word Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Saturday, May 4 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins April 27
 
Excel 2010: Beyond the Basics
Learn how to customize a worksheet by inserting and formatting rows and columns, sorting and filtering data, applying additional formulas and functions and selecting print options. Completion of Excel Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Saturday, May 11 from from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 4
 
 
Microsoft Access 2010
Access 2010 Basics
Databases store large amounts of information, such as inventory and address lists. Discover the basic tools used to create and modify related tables, forms, queries and reports in an Access database. Completion of Excel Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Monday, May 6 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins April 29
 
Access 2010: Beyond the Basics
Learn how to import and export data, establish advanced relationships between tables, design complex queries and modify database objects using design view. Completion of Access Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Monday, May 13 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 6
 
 
Digital Photos
 
Digital Photos Basics
Explore some common features shared by digital cameras, like pixel and zoom settings. Learn how to transfer, organize and print photos. Practice using some simple editing tools, like crop and red-eye removal. Completion of Internet Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Wednesday, May 1 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins April 24
 
Digital Photos: Beyond the Basics
Discover some helpful tools for working with digital photos. Learn how to import, organize and edit photos with Picasa 3 and PicMonkey. Create a web album with Flickr and explore printed photo projects with Shutterfly. Completion of Digital Photos Basics, or related experience, is needed.
 
Wednesday, May 8 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration begins May 1
 
 
Tech Talks:
 
Facebook 101
Explore the major features of Facebook, including timelines and the news feed, as you discover how to connect with old friends and make new ones. Learn how to send messages, share photos and comment on posts. Privacy options also will be discussed. Demonstration only. No registration required.
 
Friday, May 10 from 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Meeting Room B
 
Web Tunes: Downloading and Streaming Music
Learn how to stream music for free and purchase tracks online. Discuss Pandora, Spotify and iTunes, and discover how to convert CDs and sync to mp3 players. No registration required.

Monday, May 13 from 5:30 – 7 p.m.           
Meeting Room B

Facebook 102
Examine more advanced features of Facebook. Learn how to make a friends list, set-up an event, create a group, design a page for your business or organization and customize the news feed. Facebook apps also will be discussed. Demonstration only. No registration required.
Friday, May 17 from 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Meeting Room B
 
A Look at Windows 8
Learn about the latest Windows computers and tablets. The Start menu’s customized tiles give you automatic updates and quick access to the files and sites you use most. Preview Windows’ new look to decide if it’s the right upgrade for you. Demonstration only. No registration required.
 
Thursday, May 23 from 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Meeting Room B 

Tech Toy Box Sessions

Wish you could spend a little time with the latest gadgets before you make a big purchase? Drop in and take a look at some popular eReaders like the Kindle Touch, Nook, Kindle Fire and tablets like the Samsung Galaxy and iPad. Just play and explore. Staff will help answer questions and offer assistance. Demonstration only. No registration required.

 
Monday, May 13 from 2 – 3 p.m.
Main Library, 2nd Floor

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