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But First a note
about our Learning Center Philosophy
We believe in "learning by
doing" in our specially paced, supportive classroom environment. Each student will
have his/her own computer, a workbook, and pre-programmed class diskette. The
all-volunteer training team usually consists of two instructors who lead the course and
several coaches who sit with the students to ensure that they take all the proper steps to
successfully complete each lesson. The methods used to train have been time-tested and are
highly praised by our former students. The SeniorNet staff will do their utmost to
accommodate the special needs of any student. So, why not join us for a fun and
interesting experience.
Danbury SeniorNet
Computer Course Descriptions
COURSES FOR BEGINNING
USERS
Our introductory classes are for individuals who have little or no
experience in using a personal computer. You do not need to own a personal computer to
take any of our beginner courses. Coaches assist students in each of these classes.
Computer Fundamentals - This
four lesson course is designed for individuals who have never used a computer before and
for individuals who are not yet comfortable using the keyboard or mouse to communicate
with a computer. In this course, you will learn basic computer terminology and the
components for the basic operations necessary for continuing with our Introduction to
Personal Computers course.
Introduction to Personal
Computers - This eight lesson course provides
an introduction to personal computers using standard Microsoft software, including Works,
Word and Internet Explorer. You will learn about the Microsoft Windows? operating system, learn how to compose letters and learn how to keep
your documents and computer files organized. Finally, you will learn to use the Internet
to send and receive e-mail and to find useful and interesting information. If you are not
already comfortable using the computer keyboard and mouse, you should enroll in our
Computer Fundamentals course.
Danbury SeniorNet Computer
Course Descriptions
COURSES FOR INTERMEDIATE USERS
Our intermediate classes are for individuals who have experience and are
comfortable using a personal computer. You should own or have access to a personal
computer to take of our Intermediate courses.
Email Made Easy - Want to become more proficient with email? Are you confused
about sending or receiving emails? Or about sending and receiving pictures or other
attachments? Do you have problems keeping track of and organizing your emails? Are you
using your address book to eliminate typing long addresses in every email you send? If you
have email questions or problems, then this 5 week class is for you! If you are not
already using email or if you have difficulties using the keyboard or mouse, then you
should first enroll in an appropriate beginners’ course.
Using Excel - This eight lesson course will advance your knowledge of
Microsoft Excel. You will learn: Worksheet Fundamentals, Editing and Formatting
Worksheets, Formatting Cells, Changing Print Options, Working with Rows, Columns, Charts,
Worksheets, and Workbooks, Performing Basic Calculations, Using Basic Financial and
Logical Functions, and Using Spreadsheets with the Internet. If you are not already
experienced using a computer or if you have difficulties using menus, drop-down lists,
files and folders you should enroll in our Introduction to Personal Computers
beginners’ course.
Danbury SeniorNet Computer
Course Descriptions
TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT
Individualized Computer
Lessons - Do you own a computer? Do our other class offerings not fit your needs? Then READ
THIS! How does personalized one-on-one education sound? We've got it. Do you have an area
you need help with? Some of the topics prior students have requested are: Searching the
Internet, E-mail usage including sending attachments, Intermediate word processing, Using
spreadsheets, System protection, System maintenance, System tailoring, Navigating windows,
Managing digital pictures, Understanding Quicken, Buying and selling on eBay, Using AOL,
and Improving computer usability. You can request any of these topics for your lesson in
any given week, or some other topic you are interested in.
Each week you choose to attend, an experienced instructor will work with
you for two hours on virtually any topic you wish. Pick one topic and spend as many weeks
as you want on it, or pick a different topic each time you attend. There is no class
offered in the area that is tailored just for you or is as inexpensive as this one.
Registration is via email only. Contact Bob Nash, the class manager, at kbnash@earthlink.net.
Starting April 17th, our
coaches will be available to help you every Thursday afternoon from 10am – 12pm for 8
weeks. The cost for each session is $10, payable
at the start of each class you attend. Or, you can pre-pay $50 (non-refundable) and attend
6, 7, or all 8 sessions at no additional charge.
IMPORTANT: To maximize your benefit, you must have a computer and be
familiar with Windows and the use of the mouse, and should also have a basic knowledge of
your selected topic(s).
Danbury SeniorNet Computer
Course Descriptions
WORKSHOPS
Where’s my stuff? - Have you lost control of the stuff saved on your computer? Missing pictures?
Missing documents? Wondering what that New
Folder is on your desktop? Then this workshop is for you! We will explain how
Windows organizes information and teach you how to personalize your computer to match your
own filing system, no matter how simple or complex, so you can find your stuff quickly and
easily.
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