Jobs in the PC Field

Careers in PCs have exploded in the business world and brought many opportunities that may not require as much education as other careers in the past – for example, PC maintenance, PC consulting, word processing, and building and selling PCs. Participants will learn what training is needed to start careers in these various areas.

3 hours / Prerequisite: None

RIO GRANDE
Tue - Oct 21
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Lab - Class Code: 091OR-001

PC Clinic

Are you having problems with your computer–is it running slow or not at all? Bring it in! This PC Clinic is for anyone who wants a basic understanding of troubleshooting PC hardware and operating systems. Whatever your computer problem, bring it in to diagnose the error and learn how to fix it. Need an upgrade? Bring in the parts and we’ll teach you how to install them. No problem is too small or too big. Come prepared to work. This is a hands-on course!

8 hours / Prerequisite: Introduction to PCs or equivalent knowledge

RIO GRANDE
Sat – Oct 25
8:00am – 5:00pm
Lab – Class Code: 091OR-003

Easy Computer Shortcuts

Maximize your computer time and personal energy by learning keyboard shortcuts and minimize messing with that mischievous mouse. Learn to use:

• The Function Keys

• The Windows Key

• The Alt and Ctrl Keys

• The Microsoft Applications Shortcuts

This course is for you whether you have used a computer 30 days or 30 years.

3 hours

RIO GRANDE
Tue – Oct 28
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Lab – Class Code: 091OR-004

Carry your computer in your pocket!

If you travel whether for pleasure or fun taking everything with you can be a problem. Especially when you want your music or your pictures or maybe some family documents you have saved so you can share with those special family members. In this course you will learn to copy those files you’ll “need” and save them to a device so you can carry your computer in your pocket.

3 Hours

RIO GRANDE
Thu – Nov 13
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Lab – Class Code: 091OR-007

Become a Picasso with Picasa!

In this dynamic and fun workshop, you will learn the basics of using a downloadable software application that allows you to organize and edit your digital photos. For organizing your photos, this software has file importing and tracking features, as well as tags and collections for further sorting. It also offers several basic photo editing functions, including color enhancement, red eye reduction and cropping. You will also learn of additional features including slide shows, printing and image timelines. Images can also be prepared for external use, such as for e-mailing or printing, by reducing file size and setting up page layouts. There is also integration with online photo printing services.

4 hrs /Prerequisite: None, It is suggested participants bring their digital camera to the course

RIO GRANDE
Tue - Jan 13
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Lab - Class Code: 091OR-010

Web Page in One Day

In this hands-on course, students will learn how to build a basic web page. Concepts covered include choosing a domain name, formatting and page layout, using tables and inserting graphics. At the end of the course, the students will not only have built a web page, but they will have posted it on the world wide web before the conclusion of the class.

8 hours / Prerequisite: Introduction to PCs and Windows or equivalent knowledge
 

RIO GRANDE

Tue/Thu - Dec 9, 11 & 16
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Lab – Class Code: 091OR-008

How to use your Digital Camera

In this dynamic workshop, participants will learn the basics of using a digital camera. They will learn how they work and how to purchase one to meet their unique needs. In addition, learn the basics of Photoshop to touch up digital camera photos and create collages. A fun information class taught in a hands-on workshop style.

6 hours / Prerequisite: Windows Introduction or equivalent knowledge
 

RIO GRANDE

Tue/Thu – Jan 6 & 8
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Room TBA – Class Code: 091OR-009