| Computer
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Services librarian Martin Cooperson conducts the classes at the main library
downtown. Morning, afternoon and evening classes will be offered. The
instruction is user-friendly and free. Space is limited, so you must register
in person at the Lafayette Public Library Main Branch on the registration
date indicated below. |
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| Introduction to Computing Using Windows | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Meets
twice for two-hour sessions each time. No prerequisite. Material covered: Basic computer components and architecture; use of the mouse and keyboard; instruction on working with windows, toolbar, and command menus; running multiple Windows applications; and more. |
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| The Internet | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Meets
twice for two-hour sessions each time. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classes Material covered: This class focuses on a conceptual understanding of the internet and those components necessary to acquire connectivity. The class then deals with browser functions and the various techniques for finding information on the World Wide Web. |
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| Word Processing | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Meets
twice for two-hours sessions each time. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classes Material covered: The composition and editing of documents; basic page formatting; converting documents created in different applications; creating headers, footers, footnotes, etc.; utilizing views and styles, spelling and grammar checking and more. |
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| Spreadsheets | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Meets
twice for two-hour sessions each time. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classes Material covered: This course will introduce students to spreadsheet terminology and concepts. Specifically, students will learn how to enter text and numbers, use mathematical functions and create formulas, and develop some basic charts. |
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| PowerPoint | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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once for a one-hour session. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classes Material covered: Learn how to develop PowerPoint slide presentations using various backgrounds, charts, and text animations. |
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| See the Adult's Programming Page for computer classes being held at the branches. Check periodically since classes will be added throughout the year. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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