Computer Classes

We teach a wide range of subjects. Each ten (10) week training session requires a minimum of one (1) hour per week over the period of the course within a specific term. There are also five (5) week courses available. All five (5) week courses require prior computer knowledge before you will be enrolled in the course. All classes consist of six (6) members per class
All 'new' students pay a one (1) time enrollment fee, see Membership page for details. This fee is paid upfront when first registering and is non-refundable.
Existing students need only pay course fees for the the modules they wish to study next term, prior to the end of the current term.
Before embarking on the courses offered by the club, it is a requirement that the Basic Computing Course be undertaken first.

Computer Courses

Basic Computing

Basic Computing is your introduction to computer operating system used by all computers. By completing Basic Computing, members will have a better understanding of how a computer works. This subject must generally be undertaken before any of the other courses.
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Windows XP Operating System

To use your computer efficiently and effectively, you must understand how this Windows operating system works.
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Word 2003, 2007 and 2010

Microsoft Word is a word processing package. You can use it for letters, lists, flyers, posters, cards, forms, reports and a myriad of other things. The club offers Microsoft Word at both beginners and intermediate levels.
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Graphics in Word

You can learn to insert your photos (from a CD) into a word document. The course will also increase your skills in using the toolbars to insert clip art and use wordart and drawing shapes and text boxes. You will need to be competent with both Windows and Microsoft Word.
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More Courses


Excel

Excel is a spreadsheet where data can be stored. Spread sheets are excellent for making calculations based on different scenarios, including household budgets. Spreadsheets include the ability to draw graphs. Don't worry if you have a different spreadsheet program. Once you learn Excel, you can use practically any spreadsheet program.
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PowerPoint

PowerPoint is a presentation program, useful for building a slide show of your favourite photos, or to complement a meeting, seminar or workshop. You can print to overhead transparencies or present your work with a data projector. You can also print out participant handouts and notes.
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Digital Photography

Introduction to Digital Photography. Find out how digital cameras work, and the interface between cameras and computers. Learn how to use camera software.
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Digital Imaging

Learn how to manipulate (or enhance) photos and other images, improve the quality of photos. The course is offered over three terms (30 weeks altogether). Great for presentations, stationery, posters etc.
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Internet

The Internet is a global network of millions of computers providing the largest communication system in the world. It is an amazing information resource. You can find information on every possible subject from the Web's global network. Prior to undertaking this course, you should be competent with Basic Computing and word processing software (for example Word 1).
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Email

This course covers the basic use of email, applicable to all email programs with particular emphasis on Windows Live Mail the most current version for Windows.
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Skills Enhancement

This course is designed to be an upgrade and covers three (3) modules. It is recommended for anyone who is a bit rusty or wish to enhance their knowledge of computer modules - operating system and word processing.
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