You've already learned how to use your
digital camera, now learn how to do exciting things with your
photos. Learn how to edit your photos in a few different
computer programs. Reduce red-eye, increase the size, change
the colors, add photo elements such as brushed edges or picture
frames, and more! We'll even show you how to create unique
cards and gifts with your photos!
Basic
Repair & Maintenance for Geeks
Learn how to perform basic computer
maintenance for your computer that will help protect it and may
prolong the life of hardware and software. Learn how to clean
your computer inside and out, as well as keeping it free and clear
of spyware, adware, spam, pop-ups, and viruses. Also learn
some basic techniques to help troubleshoot the problems your
computer may have.
Beginner
Geek (Computers for Beginners)
This class is for the very novice adult
computer user. We will go through step by step every basic
function of using a computer from turning it on to creating files,
folders, and browsing the internet. We will also explain all
the "geek talk" associated with computers and the internet. If
you are interested in learning about what all those abbreviations
and words mean, like: CPU, RAM, MB, KB, GB, modem, download,
upload, browse, etc - this class is for you!
Been looking for a particular,
hard-to-find item in all the local stores with no luck? Want
to purchase new items for a big discount? Have a hobby and
want to purchase supplies online? Learn how to buy anything on
eBay. EBay is a wonderful resource for purchasing items.
Come and set up an account and learn how to find any item and how to
make the most of your eBay buying experience. Also learn from
a buying expert how to find the most reputable buyers.
Create a photo storybook for any
occasion. Using a special software program learn how to create
a digital storybook using your very own digital photos and captions.
Create any theme - birthday, a year in review, anniversary, wedding,
new baby, Christmas, high school days and more! When you have
completed the book then print it out and place your book pages
inside a hard bound cover. Create a photo collage glossy book
jacket too. This book is a treasure to keep! Storybook
kits will be available for purchase at the class. $30-50 per kit.
NOTE: Kit purchase is not needed or required to create a
similar photo book or to attend the class.
Creative
Memories Story Book Creator 2.0
Put away the mess and all the supplies
associated with traditional scrapbooking and learn how to make the
most of you scrapbooking time and make amazing scrapbook pages with
your digital photos in this easy to use program. Learn the basics of
how to use the Creative Memories Story Book Creator 2.0 program and
create additional page layouts. Be ready to sign up for more
classes to learn additional features of the program. Creative
Memories Story Book Creator 2.0 free software CD's will be available
at the class.
Learn how to do exciting things with your
photos and computer. We'll show you how to create unique cards
and gifts with your photos! Learn how to make a
family photo collage calendar which will include important dates
such as holidays, birthdays, anniversary's and more! Also
see how to easily make custom greeting cards for any occasion.
See how to create original gift tags, homemade goodie jar labels,
name tags, place cards, menu cards and much more!!
This class will be spent learning all the
technical terms that are often associated with digital cameras and
how to use your digital camera to capture photos. Different
styles, photo qualities, and jargon will be discussed. We will
also be taking photos with the cameras and downloading them onto the
computer.
Digital
Scrapbooking using Scrapbook Max!
Put away the mess and all the supplies
associated with traditional scrapbooking and learn how to make the
most of your scrapbooking time and make amazing scrapbook pages with
your digital photos and this easy to use program. Learn
the basics of how to use the Scrapbook Max program and create page
layouts. Be ready to sign up for more classes to learn
additional features of the program. Scrapbook Max
program purchase not necessary to attend the class, but will be
available for purchase to take home after the class.
Email for
Geeks
Interested in learning how to use email? Learn how to compose,
edit, send and receive email. Set up a free Yahoo account and
view other online email accounts to see how they are similar.
Also learn how to configure your Outlook or Outlook Express program
for your email account. Check out how online email accounts
allow you to keep address books and calendars and more within them.
Also learn how to send an attachment. We will be sending and
receiving emails during this class - lots on hands on practice.
FrontPage for Geeks
This class will show you how to create websites. Learn how to add
pictures, tables, frames, and hyperlinks. You will also learn how to
publish your website to the internet and learn to manage it. Topics
covered include: adding new pages, designs, pictures, links, enter
text, publishing your site to the internet, and changing information
on the site.
This class is for beginner or basic users
of the internet. Want to know what "Googling" is? This
class is for the very novice adult internet. We will go
through step by step how to browse the internet by searching,
entering web site addresses, determining valid websites, and more.
Google for Geeks (Google Earth too!)
Check out all the neat FREE features this
multi-billion dollar empire has created! Learn how to search
effectively and efficiently for items and topics using Google
Search. See how to find all sorts of images and clipart using
Google Image. Google Desktop brings you a world of information
at a click of a button and keeps you informed of current news
events, emails, tasks, to do lists and more. Soar in 3-D above
the earth to any location using the awesome new Google Earth.
Shop for anything online using Froogle. Find the news you're
looking for using Google News. Locate Restaurants, tourist
traps, driving directions and more using Google Local - you can also
view a satellite photo of that location! This is just a sample
of all the things you can Google!
Home Networking for Geeks
If you are thinking of buying your second or third computer, or if
you already have two or more PC's around your home, you could
benefit greatly by wiring them together to create you own home local
area network (LAN). This brand new class is targeted specifically at
meeting the needs of those who have some computer experience and
knowledge in Microsoft Windows software. Topics to be covered are:
What is a Network? Why build a Network? Types of networks.
Networking Basics. Networking Components. Operating Systems.
Hardware. Software. Troubleshooting, and Expanding your network.
Intermediate Geek
Build upon basic computer skills to learn even more about your
computer. Topics covered during this class session include:
different methods to burn a CD, how to backup your computer, how to
print, how to change settings and more! Even learn the basics of
system preventative maintenance and keep your computer secure.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel
Building upon a basic knowledge, this class will teach users
familiar with Excel Spreadsheets how to link information between
worksheet pages, create charts, working with formulas, and sorting
data.
Keeping Kids & Teens Safe on the Net
School's almost out and your child/children will be using the
family computer and browsing the internet to keep in touch with
their friends. Come and learn how to keep your child safe when
on the internet. Find out about programs that allow you to monitor
your child's activity without them knowing it! Learn how some
popular music and game download programs can be dangerous to your computer's well being.
Take your photos and video clips and
learn how to make them into a wonderful movie you can easily create
using Windows Movie Maker (a program that comes FREE on Windows XP
machines). You can even create titles screens, credits, and
unique transition effects or add effects to your photos or video
clips. Learn how to add music to these as well! Make
sure to bring some digital photos on your camera.
Let's
Make A Movie with Pinnacle's Studio 10
Take your photos and video clips and learn how to
make them into a wonderful movie you can easily create using a more
powerful movie editing software - Pinnacle's Studio 10. You can even
create titles screens, credits, and unique transition effects or add
effects to your photos or video clips. Lean how to add music to
these as well! Make sure to bring some digital photos or digital
videos from your cameras.
Learn how to use Microsoft Excel for
keeping track of spreadsheets and other information. Learn how
to set up a spreadsheet and calculate formulas and quick adds.
You will learn all about table properties and how to create a
working spreadsheet that will add, subtract, multiply, divide,
perform percentages and keep track of columns and rows of data.
If time permits we will also cover some more complicated formulas
and where you can find spreadsheets that are already created for
your use!
Learn to use Microsoft Word for more than
just typing letters. Did you know you can make calendars,
charts, greeting cards, and other creative forms? Did you know
that there are hundreds of templates out there for free use?
Come and learn the basics and then learn more!
Outstanding Outlook
Learn how to use Microsoft Outlook to organize your personal or
business affairs! This program can be used to keep track of your
emails, address book of business and/or personal contacts, special
occasions, keep track of tasks and to do lists, get rid of the
clutter of Post-It notes and scraps of papers on your desk by using
the notes feature, use the calendar to keep track of everyone's
activities and events and even color code them by the people in your
family or by types of appointments.
PowerPoint
Basics
This class is for new users of PowerPoint. We will show you how to
create a basic slideshow, add slides, enter text and images, animate
the show.
QuickBooks
Basics
This class will show you everything you need to start using
QuickBooks. Designed specifically for new QuickBooks users, you will
learn all the essential functions of QuickBooks. Topics covered
include: accounting information, invoicing, sales receipts,
payments, deposits, paying bills, and reporting!
Did you get a Christmas, birthday, or housewarming gift that you don't need or care for? Do you have collectibles or antiques or other memorabilia that you would like to sell? SELL YOUR STUFF ON EBAY!! This class will show you step by step how to sell an item on eBay. You'll learn how to research for similar items, list it, receive payments, and ship the item like a pro. You will also get expert tips on selling your item for more.
We offer a wide variety of computer classes for students of all ages and ranges - from beginners to advanced users.
Call our office for more information or to schedule a private class. 618-526-1600 or browse our class list and descriptions to the left.
Advanced Digital Photography
Basic Repair & Maintenance for Geeks
Beginner Geek (Computers for Beginners)
Buy It On eBay
Create a Photo Storybook
Creative Memories Story Book Creator 2.0
Digital Photo Creations
Digital Photography for Geeks
Digital Scrapbooking using Scrapbook Max!
Email for Geeks
FrontPage for Geeks
Geeks on the Net
Google for Geeks (Google Earth too!)
Home Networking for Geeks
Intermediate Geek
Intermediate Microsoft Excel
Keeping Kids & Teens Safe on
the Net
Let's Make A Movie!
Let's Make A Movie with
Pinnacle's Studio
Microsoft Excel for Geeks
MS Word Basics
Outstanding Outlook
PowerPoint Basics
QuickBooks Basics
Sell It on eBay