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Entry Level Computing

A beginner's course for those who would like to try computing at its most basic level. Your instructors, Ken Russell and Yvon Cyr, will explain the history of computing and its evolution to date. You can expect hands on learning at your own speed. Students will learn all about the hardware and software that runs a computer, how to successfully use a mouse and some simple games and entry level software programs. No prior computing knowledge is necessary but some hand-eye coordination is required. Our computer lab is equipped with both Windows 98 and Windows XP operating systems.

Evergreen Seniors Centre - 4 classes
Thursday, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
September 15 to October 6, 2005
Code: 66465

Tuesday, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
September 20 to October 11, 2005
Code: 66466

Monday, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
November 7 to November 28, 2005
Code: 66467

Friday, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
November 18 to December 9, 2005
Code: 666468

Computers Getting Started II: Intermediate
Cost $78.00

This is the second level of the beginner computer course. Here you will learn how to create files and folders, save your work, mouse and keyboard skills, and maintenance routines for your computer. By the end of the course you will be able to work on your own using a simple text editor and be ready to move on to e-mail and other computer courses. This course requires completion of the Getting Started I course or equivalent experience.

Evergreen Seniors Centre - 4 classes
Tuesday, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
October 18 to November 8, 2005
Code: 66473

Thursday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
November 1 to December 8, 2005
Code: 66474

e-Mail Courses

This introductory level course is geared to those who have little or no experience with e-mail. Over the four weeks we will discuss software programs, the type of e-mail services and how e-mail works. You will set up an online e-mail account and begin sending and receiving simple e-mail messages with your classmates. Prerequisite: Getting Started I or equivalent.

Evergreen Seniors Centre - 4 classes
Tuesday, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
September 13 to October 4, 2005
Code: 66476

Tuesday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
November 15 to December 6, 2005
Code: 66477

e-Mail Intermediate
Cost $78.00

The next step in the e-mail process is this four week course designed for moving ahead in the quest to master the procedures. Topics covered in the classes will be forwarding and replying to messages, attachments, spam (junk mail) and virus protection. We will also delve into managing messages, address books, and mail storage using an online e-mail service. Prerequisite: Computers Getting Started I and e-Mail Basic, or equivalent.

Evergreen Seniors Centre - 4 classes
Friday, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
October 14 to November 4, 2005
Code: 66478