Corporate and Community Development

Beginner Computer and Keyboarding/Typing

Absolute Beginner Computer 

  • FEE:  $69
  • Six (6) hours

Learn how to operate a mouse, how to use a computer keyboard, and be introduced to the Windows operating system. This easy and gentle introduction to computers will help you feel more comfortable taking other Windows courses. With little or no experience using computers, after completing this course, you are ready for the Computers A-Z class.

 Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand personal computer components
  • Use the mouse to click, double click and drag icons on the desktop
  • Use the Start menu
  • Open and close programs (applications)
  • Understand standard window components
  • Maximize, minimize, restore, size and move windows on the desktop
  • Understand basic keyboard functions
  • Use the Help feature

 

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 Introduction to Computers A-Z 

  • FEE: $179
  • Twenty-four (24) hours

This hands-on 18-hour course is for those seeking a comprehensive understanding of computers and working within a Windows environment. Learn how to navigate the many features of Windows 7 and acquire basic, intermediate, and advanced skills. Course content includes tools and options available for personal computing, how to create and manage files and folders, and multiple applications within Windows. In addition, you will work with Internet Explorer, learn customization techniques, and how to enhance system performance. If you’re a user with emerging skills and familiarity with computers and Windows environments and you want to take your skills to the next level and beyond, this class is for you!
Upon successful completion of this class, you will have the skills needed to progress to our application classes, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Topics include:

•             Navigating Windows

•             File management

•             Creating and managing folders

•             Document creation, editing and formatting

•             Windows settings

•             Using Windows Explorer

•             Pros and cons of various options for saving files

•             Setting up email accounts

•             Establishing settings for internet use and interactions

 

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 Computer Basic 1 - 2 - 3- NEW!

  • Fees: $99
  • Six (6) hours

 

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Keyboarding/Typing - NEW!

 

Tired of typing with one or two fingers? Do you look back and forth at the keyboard and screen? This class will get you on your way to touch typing, which is using all your fingers on the keys and keeping your eyes on the screen (and not looking at the keyboard.)  Touch typing skills will help you with speed and accuracy with your work, whether you are a student, use the computer keyboard at work, or simply for personal use.  It's time to give your neck some relief, stop the hunt-and-peck method and get up to speed now in the 21st Century.  It takes a bit of learning, and a bunch of practice and drills.  But with practice, you'll be touch-typing.

 

  Requirement:  Basic skills using a Windows PC, Keyboard and Mouse.

 Whether a true beginner, a "hunt and peck" typist, or learners wanting to advance their existing typing abilities, this program is for participants of all levels.

  • FEE: $149
  • Twenty-Four (24) hours

 

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Basic in E-Mail - NEW!

  • FEE: $ 99
  • Six(6) hours

 

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Web Registration and Payment Now Available - Click Here to Register Now

BC = Bradenton campus
LWR = Lakewood Ranch campus
VC = Venice campus

YOU MAY REGISTER BY PHONE: (941) 363-7199 or  (941) 752-5203  or  (941) 408-1412

 

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