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1. Computer Basics 1: Getting Started With Your Windows Computer — Daytime Start With Confidence!

   Is it time to become computer literate? If you have limited computer skills and maybe even some computer anxiety this is the class for you. The class philosophy of "no student left behind" and "repetition, repetition, repetition" helps provide a solid set of skills to launch you into the computer age. There is a special focus on computer terms and setting up Windows to make it easier for a new learner to use. In addition, home practice suggestions help you take those skills home with you.

   Windows 7 is used in class, but Windows XP can also be demonstrated. Computers are provided, but students with laptops (Windows) are welcome to bring them. The optional book, "Easy Microsoft Windows," is available in XP, Vista and Windows 7 versions. Students are encouraged to purchase the version for the operating system they are using, after the first class meeting. ISBNs for these are: (XP) 9780789736000; (Vista) 9780789738295; (Windows 7) 9780789739940. The Windows 7 version of this book is available at the WCC Bookstore.
   This class qualifies for 1.20 Continuing Education Units or Hours of Training provided by Washtenaw Community College.
   

   Computer Basics 1: Getting Started With Your Windows Computer — Daytime Schedule Information

   Section	Space	Date	Day & Time	Location	CRN	Instructor	Cost	Cart
   1	No space available	Feb 13, 2012 to Feb 29, 2012	Mon 10:00am to 11:55am Wed 10:00am to 11:55am	WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 126	15160	Debra Geister	Tuition $129 Fees $0 Total $129	Email Me if a space becomes available in Computer Basics 1: Getting Started With Your Windows Computer — Daytime Section 1

2. Computer Basics 2: Windows

   Prerequisite(s): "Computer Basics 1: Getting Started with Your Windows Computer" or equivalent experience.

   Windows is the electronic manager of your computer and you are the CEO. It's crucial for you to know what Windows is doing for you and how it works. Would you like to understand the Windows GUI (graphical user interface) better? What about all those programs and file types? How well are you working with files and folders — do you know where and how to find your "stuff". Home practice suggestions help you apply new skills on your home computer.

   Section 1 will focus on Windows 7. Windows 7 Computers are provided in class, but students are welcome to bring their own laptops with XP or Vista to Section 2 (Daytime). The optional reference book, "Easy Microsoft Windows," is available in XP, Vista and Windows 7 versions. Students are highly encouraged to purchase the version for the operating system they have at home, after the first class meeting. The Windows 7 version (ISBN 9780789739940) is available at the WCC Bookstore.
   This class qualifies for 1.00 Continuing Education Units or Hours of Training provided by Washtenaw Community College.
   

   Computer Basics 2: Windows Schedule Information

   Section	Space	Date	Day & Time	Location	CRN	Instructor	Cost	Cart
   1	Space available	Feb 13, 2012 to Feb 22, 2012	Mon 6:00pm to 8:25pm Wed 6:00pm to 8:25pm	WCC Main Campus Great Lakes Regional Training Center Room 106	15155	Brenda Hill	Tuition $109 Fees $0 Total $109	Add Computer Basics 2: Windows Section 1 to Cart
   2	Space available	Mar 5, 2012 to Mar 14, 2012	Mon 10:00am to 12:25pm Wed 10:00am to 12:25pm	WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 126	15157	Debra Geister	Tuition $109 Fees $0 Total $109	Add Computer Basics 2: Windows Section 2 to Cart

3. Computer Basics 3: Internet Finding Your Way Around the Worldwide Web

   Prerequisite(s): "Computer Basics: Windows" or equivalent experience.

   Is your main Internet skill sending and receiving emails? Do you struggle with receiving and sending attachments? Do you know what a PDF file is? We begin with a thorough introduction to the Internet Explorer browser and discover how to print efficiently from the Internet, download information from the Internet and explore various websites.

   Computers are provided, but students with laptops (Windows) are welcome to bring them. The optional book, "Easy Microsoft Windows," is available in XP, Vista and Windows 7 versions. Students are encouraged to purchase the version for the operating system they are using, after the first class meeting. ISBNs for these are: (XP) 9780789736000; (Vista) 9780789738295; (Windows 7) 9780789739940.
   This class qualifies for 1.00 Continuing Education Units or Hours of Training provided by Washtenaw Community College.
   

   Computer Basics 3: Internet Schedule Information

   Section	Space	Date	Day & Time	Location	CRN	Instructor	Cost	Cart
   1	Space available	Mar 26, 2012 to Apr 4, 2012	Mon 10:00am to 12:25pm Wed 10:00am to 12:25pm	WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 126	15161	Debra Geister	Tuition $109 Fees $0 Total $109	Add Computer Basics 3: Internet Section 1 to Cart

4. Computer Basics Theme Lab: Internet Intrigue Hands-On, Guided Practice

   Prerequisite(s): "Computer Basics: Internet" or equivalent experience.

   So many websites and so little time! Come to this theme lab to explore websites and practice new skills. Possible topics include: downloading programs and files from the Internet, online entertainment, other communication opportunities (Skype, Facebook, chat), watching TV online, fun shopping sites to visit, etc. Other topics will be considered based on student interest and skill level.

   Computer Basics Theme Lab: Internet Intrigue Schedule Information

   Section	Space	Date	Day & Time	Location	CRN	Instructor	Cost	Cart
   1	Space available	Apr 9, 2012 to Apr 11, 2012	Mon 10:00am to 12:00pm Wed 10:00am to 12:00pm	WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 126	15164	Debra Geister	Tuition $45 Fees $0 Total $45	Add Computer Basics Theme Lab: Internet Intrigue Section 1 to Cart

5. Computer Basics Theme Lab: Windows Wonders Mobilize Your Media

   Prerequisite(s): "Computer Basics: Windows" or equivalent experience.

   What do iPods, some cell phones, mp3 players, ereaders, external hard drives, data cds, and jump drives all have in common? You can copy files on them from your computer and enjoy them away from home. This 2 session class covers file types and file management before moving on to copying/syncing files to various devices. Demo possibilities include: USB drive, external hard drive, jump drive, iPod, Droid phone, and mp3 player.

   Bring your own USB drive and other devices (and cables) and as time permits we will work with them.
   

   Computer Basics Theme Lab: Windows Wonders Schedule Information

   Section	Space	Date	Day & Time	Location	CRN	Instructor	Cost	Cart
   1	Space available	Mar 19, 2012 to Mar 21, 2012	Mon 10:00am to 11:55am Wed 10:00am to 11:55am	WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 126	15162	Debra Geister	Tuition $45 Fees $0 Total $45	Add Computer Basics Theme Lab: Windows Wonders Section 1 to Cart