This course is for students who would like to learn the basics of personal computers. Whether you are brand new to computers, or tied of being lost and confused, you will be shown the beginning basics of using your home computer. Learn about the desktop, using folders, copy and paste, browsing the internet, e-mail, mouse buttons, keyboard functions, start menu, and viruses. This class will be a perfect starting point to get the most use of your home computer.

This class will cover the “introductory” skills needed to be successful in the next class in the series, Level II Advanced, and ultimately to pass the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification test. The following skills will be introduced: capturing data, calculating data by using formulas, managing data ranges, summarizing and analyzing data, formatting worksheet and chart content, and managing macros and user-defined functions.

This class will cover the advanced skills needed to be successful in the next class in the series, the Microsoft Excel Certification Test Preparation class and ultimately to pass the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification test. The following skills will be covered: capturing data, calculating data by using advanced formulas, managing data ranges, summarizing and analyzing data, formatting worksheet and chart content, and managing macros and user-defined functions. Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel Level I or instructor permission.

This class will continue to look at additional capabilities and advanced functions. Prerequisite: Successful completion of both Microsoft Excel Level I and Level II or instructor permission.

Learn to use MS Word to create, revise, and save documents for printing, sharing, and later use. This course will cover planning, formatting, editing, and inserting pictures as well as additional capabilities of the software based on student interest. Must have basic computer skills.