Introduction to Computers - Johnson County Community College

Senior Series ComputingAre you new to computers? Our hands-on classes provide you with skills andknowledge to be comfortable using a computer to handle files, find information onthe Internet, and use word processing software to create and edit documents.These three-hour instructor-led sessions are designed to give you plenty of practice.Classes are held in the mornings, afternoons and evenings to fit your schedule.Introduction to Personal Computers for Seniors IIf you have never owned a computer, never touched a mouse, and need tohave instruction and the time to practice the basic skills necessary to operate akeyboard and mouse, then this is the class for you. You will be introduced tokeyboard and mouse skills, Windows file management, creating folders, andcopy and paste commands.Introduction to Personal Computers for Seniors IIThis class will introduce you to the necessary skills needed to use the computer,such as mouse skills and using the keyboard. We will spend time examining howto make files, store files, personalizing the desktop, keyboard and mouse. We’llfind tutorials on the computer and on the Internet that will help you learn how todo various jobs on the computer.Introduction to the Internet for SeniorsConfiguring the browser, understanding the Internet, Internet security, cookies,temp files, popups, spyware, favorites and history etc. will all be covered in thisthree-hour course. We will have search projects in class as groups.Introduction to Word Processing for SeniorsIn this three-hour course you will use existing word processing programs withinWindows, plus Microsoft Word to complete projects that include tables, insertinggraphics, creating greeting cards, creating labels and mail merge.Attend all of the classes in the series – Introduction to PCs I and II, Introductionto the Internet, and Introduction to Word Processing – to earn your Senior SeriesCertificate.JCCC also offers online learning courses in computer technology.View our online courses at www.jccc.edu/ce/online.Register online at www.jccc.edu/ce or by phone 913-469-2323.Have questions? Let us help. Call 913-469-3891 or email kkrieger@jccc.edu.

Plus 50 ComputingJCCC Continuing Education is proud to introduce its new Plus 50 classes. The seriesis designed to help you focus on a new career, sharpen your skills set or simply tolearn something new!Our Plus 50 classes focus on the needs of students 50 and above, but are open toall adult students.Whether you have received a new iPad, have a desire to learn more about certainsoftware such as Windows 7 or Microsoft Office, or are eager to learn how to editphotos and videos from your most recent trip, our Plus 50 classes offer somethingfor you!Introduction to EmailIn this three-hour course, you will learn how to open an email account usingWindows Live Mail, how to send and receive email, create contacts, open andsave attachments, and how to use the calendar to schedule appointments. Thishands-on course will teach you the basics of email and will provide you withWindows Live email account of your own!Introduction to InternetLearn the basics of using the Internet, how to navigate the Web, and how to usesearch to find information on the Web in this three-hour course. You’ll also learnhow to capture information on websites, from printing, selecting and copying textinto WordPad to grabbing images off the Web to paste into Paint.Introduction to Microsoft OfficeThis two-day course will cover the basic functions in Microsoft Word, Excel andPowerPoint. You’ll learn how to enter and edit text, create and save documents,print documents, and insert graphics in Word. Moving to Excel students willenter and edit text, values, formulas, and pictures, and they will save workbooksin various formats. The session will wrap-up with learning how to create a photoalbum in PowerPoint.Visit www.jccc.edu/ce for course dates andto register. Have questions? Let us help.Call 913-469-3891 or email kkrieger@jccc.edu

Introduction to the iPadLearn how to navigate your iPad in this new three-hour course. Our new iPad labwill provide you with an iPad to use during class. Learn how to work with youriPad to navigate, use Wi-Fi, find information on the Web, check email and usepre-installed apps. You’ll finish the session by seeing how to download the latestapps from the App Store.Introduction to Photo EditingLearn to work with Photo Gallery, the free editing program included in WindowsLive Essentials, to view, arrange, edit and print your photos to create beautifulpictures and share them in an online photo album.Introduction to Video EditingLearn to work with Movie Maker, part of the free Windows Essentials suite.Movie Maker allows you to organize, edit and share your favorite videos. In thishands-on course you will learn to create a professional-looking movie with yourvideos and photos, add special effects, transitions, sound and captions to yourmovie. You will learn how to prepare your movie and send it by email, burn itto a DVD, or upload it to YouTube. Finally, we will discuss how to import yourvideos to Windows Live Movie Maker.Windows 7, Level 1In the Windows 7, Level 1 class, you’ll be introduced to the basics of theWindows 7 in an easy, step-by-step manner. You will learn how to use thecomputer, the mouse, the keyboard, and develop tips and tricks on how to workwith your computer more efficiently.Windows 7, Level 2Windows 7, Level 2 will build on the fundamentals learned in Windows 7,Level 1. You will learn about setting up Windows, computer security, creatinguser accounts, managing your computer and how to perform basic Windows7 maintenance. You’ll also learn how to organize photo collections and how toview photos with Windows Photo Viewer. The session will wrap-up with how touse Windows Media Player to play music CDs and movies.Windows 8Do you have a brand new computer with Microsoft’s newest operating system,Windows 8? Have you just started using a computer? Are touchscreens newto you? This introductory class gives you the knowledge and skills to use akeyboard, mouse and touchscreen. You’ll be introduced to keyboard, mouse andtouchscreen skills, creating folders and using copy and paste.

12345 College BoulevardOverland Park, KS 66210-1299B135for more info visit www.jccc.edu/ceNotice of NondiscriminationJohnson County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, disability, age, religion, marital status, veteran’s status, sexualorientation, or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities as required by all applicable laws and regulations. Inquiries concerning thecollege’s compliance with its nondiscrimination policies may be referred to the Dean of Student Services or Director of Human Resources, Johnson County CommunityCollege, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, 8930 Ward Parkway, Suite 2037, Kansas City, MO 64114,816-268-0550 1465_br_seniorcomp_0713Introduction to ComputersSave Time, Enroll Online!Visit www.jccc.edu/ce today toregister and pay for the continuingeducation computer applications andIT classes.Take 3 and SaveReceive a 15% discount when youenroll in three or more courses in asingle transaction.NONPROFIT ORG.U.S. POSTAGEPAIDJohnson CountyCommunity College