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Computer Basics
Come and join us, and learn to use that computer! Using a computer is easier than ever, but you still need to know where to start. This course will introduce you to the basics – understanding the equipment, hardware and software, how to use the mouse, an introduction to Windows XP®, making the backgrounds look the way you want them to look, how to create, save, delete, open and close files and much more. This is an effective introduction that will get you started on your path to computer literacy. This course is not for VISTA users.
At PNC - Westville
Thursdays, Oct. 9-23, 6-8pm
At PNC - Porter County
Wednesdays, Sept. 10-24, 1-3pm
Mondays, Oct. 13-27, 1-3pm
Registration Fee: $89
Book Fee: $26
Expanding
the Basics of Using Your Computer Although browsing the internet and using
email are fun and easy ways to learn to use computers,
you will need more skills to be able to competently
use your computer at work and at home. In this
class, you will learn to find programs, use different
types of storage devices, understand menus and
file folders, and how to customize your work
space using Windows XP® . Take the next step toward computer literacy
with this short but effective course. Not for VISTA users.
At PNC - Westville
Thursdays, Nov. 6-20, 6-8pm
At PNC - Porter County
Wednesdays, Oct. 22-Nov. 5, 9-11am
Mondays, Nov. 17-Dec. 1, 1-3pm
Registration Fee: $89
Book Fee: $26
Blogging Basics ..... NEW!!
Blogs have taken the Internet by storm! That’s exciting, but what’s a blog? Find out in Blogging Basics. If you’re interested in exploring the collaborative world of blogging, this is the place to start. This course is designed to help beginners develop the basic knowledge and skills necessary to create and maintain their own blog. Students will learn how to get started in the blogging process and write posts in online weblogs. They will also learn how to choose topics, add and develop content, insert images, maintain links, and effectively manage a personal weblog. Whether you’ve been thinking about setting up your own weblog or simply want to know more about the blogging phenomenon – start with the basics. Come see why blogging is simple, fun, and so popular with millions of people. Sign up today!
At PNC - Westville
Tuesdays, Oct. 14-28, 6-8pm
Registration Fee: $89
Book Fee: $18
The
Basics of Microsoft Word
(Level I) (prerequisite: "Expanding
on the Basics of Using a Computer" or
proven understanding of basic computer commands) Find out how easy it is to create
unique documents with this most popular word
processing program. No more having to retype
something on that old typewriter because you
forgot a work or omitted a space. No more of
asking your co-workers for help when you are
typing a letter or amending a document. It's
not as hard as you think.
At PNC - Westville
Mondays, Oct. 6-20, 6-8pm
At PNC - Porter County
Wednesdays, Sept. 24-Oct. 8, 9-11am
Registration Fee: $89
Book Fee: $26
Beyond
the Basics of Microsoft Word (Level II) (prerequisite: The Basics of
Microsoft Word (Level 1)or practical MS Word
experience) Don't be stuck with just the basics
of Microsoft Word. Explore more of what this
powerful word processing program can do for you.
Create tables within your documents, set up documents
that use columns and clip art, and more, including
the powerful mail merge. You can learn to make
special professional looking documnents and forms
that reflect the professionalism of your office.
At PNC - Westville
Mondays, Nov. 10-24, 6-8pm
Registration Fee: $89
Book Fee): $26
The
Basics of Microsoft Excel
(Level 1) (prerequisite: "Expanding
on the Basics of Using a Computer" or
proven understanding of basic computer commands)
Microsoft Excel is the most popular and most widely used spreadsheet program.
It is an essential tool for those going back into the job market, those
wishing to update their computer skills, or those who are trying to find
easier ways to organize information. In this class, learn how easy it can
be to create a basic spreadsheet. Understand how to set up a spreadsheet,
use basic formulas so the computer can do the math for you, learn to format
your spreadsheet, and create a tool that helps you have access to information
more quickly and easily.
At PNC - Westville
Wednesdays, Oct. 1-15, 7-9pm
At PNC - Porter County
Thursdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 214-28, 6-8pm
or
Mondays, Oct. 13-27, 9-11am
Registration Fee: $89
Book Fee: $26
Beyond
the Basics of Microsoft Excel (Level 2) (prerequisite: The Basics of Microsoft
Excel (Level 1) or practical MS Excel experience)
Take the basic skills you learned in Excel Level 1 and expand them in this
class. Delve deeper into using formulas and functions, create more complex
spreadsheets, learn how to set up workbooks, how to sort and filter information,
and format more complex cells.
The Basics of PowerPoint (Level 1) (prerequisite: "Expanding on the Basics of Using a Computer" or understanding of basic computer commands and word processing)
Your presentation says a lot about you: how professional your organization is, how you pay attention to detail, and how well you are able to use technology. PowerPoint helps you creat professional looking presentations; it's much easier than you may think! Learn to use templates to easily organize information, add pictures and movement to your slides to add interest, and how to have handouts for your audience to use as they follow along with your presentation and take notes.
At PNC - Westville
TBA
At PNC - Porter County
TBA
Registration Fee: $89
Book Fee: $26
Introduction
to QuickBooks (Level I) (prerequisite: "Expanding
on the Basics of Using a Computer" or proven
understanding of basic computer commands)
QuickBooks is becoming an industry standard. Learn how QuickBooks makes it
easy to set up a chart of accounts, reconcile your checking account, create
and print invoices, receipts, and statements, and track your payables, inventory,
and receivables.
At PNC - Westville
Thursdays, Sept. 11-25,6-8pm
At PNC - Porter County
Thursdays, Oct. 9-23, 6-8pm
Registration Fee: $89
Book Fee: $35
Beyond
the Basics of QuickBooks (Level II) (prerequisite: Introduction to QuickBooks
or practical QuickBooks experience)
Do you need to be able to do more with QuickBooks? Sign up for this class
and you will learn to customize your forms, create reports and graphs, use
other QuickBooks accounts, track and pay your sales tax, as well as process
your payroll, and much more. Learn how to make QuickBooks work for you and
your business.
At PNC - Porter County
Thursdays, Dec. 4-18, 6-8pm
Registration Fee: $89
Book Fee: $35
Bookkeeping Best Practices with Quick Books ........ NEW!
This course is designed for small businesses, bookkeepers, accounting personnel or anyone who wants to turbo-charge their QB expertise. The course goes into an in-depth discussion of recording assets and depreciation, managing loans and balances, recording business equity, federal tax preparation, using online features, and customizing the program for your specific needs. You will gain practical advice and discuss the tools you need to take your expertise to the next level.
At PNC - Porter County
Mondays, Nov. 17-Dec. 1, 9-11am
Registration Fee: $89
Digital Darkroom (prerequisite: "Expanding the Basics of Using Your Computer" or understanding of basic computer commands and good understanding of your digital camera)
Learn the skills that are redifining photography today. PNC will help you to create photos that get noticed! Once you have captured your subject learn how to take that image out of your camera's memory and manipulate it. This class uses Adobe Photoshop CS2 to do things like remove red-eye and change colors. Learn how to edit your photos for emailing and website display too. Your imagination will soar as you create masterpieces! Take your photo memories from good to GREAT!
At PNC - Westville
Tuesdays, Nov. 18-Dec. 2, 6-8:30pm
At PNC - Porter County
Thusdays, Oct. 30-Nov. 13, 6 - 8:30pm
