ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS

Mouse/Keyboard Skills
Free

This workshop teaches students how to properly use a computer mouse and keyboard. Learn which key(s) to use for various tasks, when to click, double–click, and drag your mouse. No prerequisite. 0.3 CEUs

#3176 L. Todd Aug 24

105 Van Dusen Hall M 1-4 pm

#3177 L. Todd Aug 25

105 Van Dusen Hall T 9-12 pm

Computer Keyboarding
$65 + $5 tech fee

This entry-level course provides the opportunity to become proficient and accurate on the computer keyboard. Students’ work with specialized keyboarding software to build speed and accuracy. Prerequisite: Mouse/Keyboarding Skills. 2.0 CEUs

#3178 L. Todd Aug 25-Sep 24

106 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 12:30-2:30 pm

MICROSOFT WINDOWS

Computing for Beginners Using Windows
$65 + $5 tech fee

Become familiar with using a desktop computer while using the Microsoft Windows operating system. Topics covered include starting your computer, saving your work, hardware and software, computer terms and navigating the desktop using the keyboard and mouse. Prerequisite: Mouse/Keyboard skills. 2.4 CEUs

Windows XP

#3179 R. Kuehl Aug 25-Sep 17

106 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 9-12 pm

#3180 C. Walls Sep 8-Oct 1

West End Elementary T/Th 6-8:30 pm

#3181 S. Lee Nov 3-Dec 15

106 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 5:30-7:30 pm

Windows Vista

#3182 L. Williams Aug 24-Sep 21

105 Van Dusen Hall M/W 8:30-11:30 am

#3183 L. Williams Oct 21-Nov 18

105 Van Dusen Hall M/W 8:30-11:30 am

INTRODUCTION TO WINDOWS XP/VISTA

Windows Level 1
$65 + $5 tech fee

This course teaches students the basics of Microsoft’s operating system. Topics include learning to navigate in Windows, using the start menu, understanding basic file management, printing, and more. Prerequisite: Beginner’s class or prior computer experience. 2.0 CEUs

Windows XP

#3184 G. Krasicky Sep 1-24

106 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 3-5:30 pm

Windows Vista

#3185 L. Williams Sep 23-Oct 19

105 Van Dusen Hall M/W 8:30-11:00 am

#3186 P. McLendon Sep 29-Oct 29

105 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 6:30-8:30 pm

#3187 G. Krasicky Oct 15-Nov 10

105 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 3-5:30 pm

#3188 P. McLendon Nov 10-Dec 15

105 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 6:30-8:30 pm

#3189 L. Williams Nov 23-Dec 16

105 Van Dusen Hall M/W 8:30-11:30 am

ADVANCED WINDOWS

Windows Level 2
$65 + $5 tech fee

Students will expand their knowledge of the Windows operating system. How to customize their computer by using the control pane, keep their system running smoothly with system maintenance, and advance file management tips and techniques. Prerequisite: Windows Level 1. 1.75 CEUs

Windows XP

#3190 G. Krasicky Sep 29-Oct 8

106 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 3-5:30 pm

Computing Using Windows XP: Bits and Pieces
$65 + $5 tech fee

This course will cover use of Microsoft’s Windows XP operating system. Students will confirm their knowledge of computerese, setting up information retrieval using an effective Directory. It will be conducted as a forum to resolve users questions or expand a student’s knowledge. Prerequisite: Windows Level 1. 2.0 CEUs.

#3191 D. Kuehl Sep 22-Oct 13

106 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 9-12 pm

#3192 D. Kuehl Oct 29-Nov 19

106 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 9-12 pm

Backing up & Protecting Your Computer
$65 + $5 tech fee

This course will cover how to backup and restore your computer files. Prerequisite: Windows Level 1. 1.5 CEUs.

#3193 R. Hooker Oct 27-Nov 10

222 Little Hall T/Th 5-8 pm

Migrating Your Old Desktop to a New PC
$30 (all must pay)

This course is intended for anyone who has purchased or is considering purchasing a new desktop or laptop PC and is dreading the task of migrating his or her files to the new platform. Prerequisite: Windows Level 1. 0.6 CEUs.

#3194 G. Krasicky Nov 12-17

105 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 3-5 pm

INTERNET

Windows Live Mail
$65 + $5 tech fee

Say goodbye to Outlook Express and Windows Mail, and say hello to Windows Live Mail. Windows Live Mail is the NEW Microsoft email client. Prerequisite: Windows Level 1, Internet Basics. 1.2 CEUs.

#3195 D. Kuehl Dec 1-10

106 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 9-12 pm

Google
$65 + $5 tech fee

Google is not just an Internet search engine. Find out all the different features that Google has to offer. Prerequisite: Internet Basics. 1.5 CEUs

#3196 R. Hooker Oct 8-22

222 Little Hall T/Th 5-8 pm

WORD PROCESSING, SPREADSHEETS AND PRESENTATION SOFTWARE

Word 2007
$65 + $5 tech fee

Word processing basics such as menus, toolbars, creating and saving documents, editing, formatting, and printing are presented in this course using the Microsoft Word 2007 program. Prerequisite: Windows Level 1 or prior Windows experience. 2.4 CEUs

#3197 D. Redfern Aug 26-Oct 7

105 Van Dusen Hall M/W 2-4:00 pm

Excel 2007
$65 + $5 tech fee

Microsoft Excel 2007 spreadsheet software is used to show students how to maintain lists, create simple databases, and create documents using formulas. Students will learn to enter and edit text and formulas, format data, and print worksheets. Prerequisite: Windows: Level 1 or prior Windows experience. Students should purchase their text prior to class at the SCC bookstore. 1.75 CEUs

#3198 T. O’Day Aug 24-Sep 9

105 Van Dusen Hall M/W 5:30-9 pm

Effective Presentations with PowerPoint 2007
$65 + $5 tech fee

Using Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 software, students will learn to create presentations by creating and editing new slides, adding graphics, creating slide transitions, and more. Prerequisite: Windows Level 1 or prior Windows experience. 1.8 CEUs

#3199 S. Lee Aug 25-Sep 22

105 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 5:30-7:30 pm

Getting Ready for the Holidays
$65 + $5 tech fee

Did you know you could create greeting cards, gift tags and professional-looking party invitations on your computer. What about gift ideas such as, custom stationery, photo frames and bookmarks. Join us for this fun and informative class as we explore new ideas for your holiday projects. 1.6 CEUs.

#3200 C. Wall Oct 20-Nov 12

West End Elementary T/Th 6-8 pm

MACINTOSH

PC’s and Mac’s – So, What’s the Difference?
Free

This course will introduce you to the differences between the Windows PC and Apple Mac and provide you an opportunity to practice on both machines in a side-by-side comparison. No prerequisite. 0.3 CEUs.

#3201 L. Todd Aug 24

106 Van Dusen Hall M 9-12 pm

NEW! Using your Macintosh
$65 + $5 tech fee

This course will introduce students to the Apple Mac operating system and its bundled software. Students will learn the Mac OS X (Leopard) operating system, the substantial application software included with the system and how to use both. 2.4 CEUs

#3202 K. Anderson Aug 25-Sep 17

106 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 6-9 pm

#3203 T. Blades Aug 26-Oct 7

106 Van Dusen Hall M/W 9-11 am

#3204 T. Blades Oct 21-Dec 7

106 Van Dusen Hall M/W 9-11 am

Macintosh - Your Mac, Your Problems... Q&A
$65 + $5 tech fee

A loosely structured course focused of solving YOUR problems when using your Mac. “How do I ...” and “Can I ...” and “Should I... “ questions will provide the course study direction. Methods of learning as well as answers will be uncovered and discovered through class participation with the instructor. Prerequisites: Knowledge of keyboarding, mousing and text editing are required. General knowledge of Emailing and Browsing the Internet is assumed. While not meant to be an advanced course, it is not directed toward the novice. 2.0 CEU’s

#3205 N. Gruin Sep 28-Oct 28

106 Van Dusen Hall M/W 1-3 pm

#3206 N. Gruin Nov 9-Dec 16

106 Van Dusen Hall M/W 1-3 pm

iWork ‘09
$65 + $5 tech fee

Apple’s amazing productivity suite for the Mac, iWork ’09 includes three applications: Pages for word processing with an incredible sense of style; Numbers for powerful, compelling spreadsheets made easy; and Keynote for cinema-quality presentations for everyone. Prerequisite: Macintosh. 2.4 CEUs.

#3207 K. Anderson Oct 6-29

106 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 6-9 pm

NEW! iPhoto ’09
$65 + $5 tech fee

Organize photos in new ways: Faces, based on who’s in your photos, and Places, based on where your photos were taken. Then share on Facebook or Flickr with a click. Prerequisite: Using your Mac. 1.4 CEUs

#3208 L. Todd Aug 26-Sep 21

106 Van Dusen Hall M/W 1-3 pm

DIGITAL CAMERAS

Getting to Know Your Digital Camera in a Day
$30 (all must pay)

Learn the common features found on most digital cameras, how to use them to produce quality images and how to transfer the images to a computer in just one day. Prerequisite: Computing for Beginner’s class. 0.7 CEU’s.

#3209 L. Gingerich Aug 28

105 Van Dusen Hall F 9-5 pm

#3210 L. Gingerich Sep 18

105 Van Dusen Hall F 9-5 pm

#3211 L. Gingerich Oct 16

105 Van Dusen Hall F 9-5 pm

#3212 L. Gingerich Nov 13

105 Van Dusen Hall F 9-5 pm

#3213 L. Gingerich Dec 11

105 Van Dusen Hall F 9-5 pm

Shooting Pictures with your SLR Digital Camera
$65 + $5 tech fee

Learn to create professional level photographs using state of the art SLR digital cameras. Prerequisite: Getting Acquainted with your Digital Camera class. 1.75 CEUs

#3214 J. Babb Aug 25-Oct 20

115 Van Dusen Hall T 6-8 pm

GRAPHIC PROGRAMS

Using Adobe Photoshop Elements 7
$65 + $5 tech fee

Discover the latest version of Adobe Photoshop Elements to modify and enhance images, create composite images, and how to successfully print your work. Prerequisite: Windows Level 1. 2.4 CEUs

#3215 D. Maceluch Aug 25-Oct 1

105 Van Dusen Hall T/Th 12:30-2:30 pm

PC SUPPORT

PC Maintenance and Networking
$65 + $5 tech fee

Designed for the non-technical user, this course is designed to give the student a working knowledge of the parts of a computer, computer safety, upgrading the computer and its peripherals, troubleshooting, improving computer performance, networking basics, Internet access, software and hardware maintenance, and computer security. Students will be encouraged to bring in their computers for hands-on project practice. 2.4 CEUs

#3216 R. Hooker Aug 25-Sep 17

TBA Little Hall T/Th 5-8 pm

Computer Maintenance
$30 (all must pay)

You need maintenance for your car; you also need it for your computer. This class will show you how to use the proper tools to clean up unused programs, get rid of unwanted files, and more. Prerequisite: Windows Level 1. 0.6 CEU’s

Windows XP

#3217 D. Kuehl Oct 22 & 27

106 Van Dusen Hall T&Th 9-12 pm

Windows Vista

#3218 D. Kuehl Oct 15 & 20

105 Van Dusen Hall T&Th 9-12 pm