Business is competitive. Technology is constantly changing. Our computer courses give you foundational skills to help you remain informed, resourceful, and productive.
*Note – there is a $9.60 lab fee once per quarter that enables us to contribute to expenses such as computer repairs, paper, ink, software, and performance enhancing upgrades. Sign up early because space is limited.
Community Education offers computer courses in classrooms and online! For more information or to sign up for classes, call 360-442-2840.
Computer Basics 1
Create a foundation! From turning your computer on, to opening, creating, and saving your very own document, our patient instructors will help you get comfortable while you find out what your computer can do for you. Only *$20 for 16 hours of training!
SUMMER 2008
For classes on Mondays through Thursdays, July 7 - 17 from 2 - 4 p.m. with Rick Lance in AAR 108, sign up for item number 1203.
FALL 2008
For classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 9/8-10/1 from 3 - 5 p.m. with Rick Lance in AAR 108, sign up for item number 1246.
For classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 9/8-10/1 from 3 - 5 p.m. with Billie Bevers in AAR 105, sign up for item number 1247.
Computer Basics 2 - Introduction to Personal Computers
Do you feel like your computer only does a small fraction of what it is capable of doing? Get practice with Windows, options, and file maintenance. Create files and store your documents exactly where you intend to find them. Computer Basics course or previous computer experience is required. Only *$20 to get organized!
SUMMER 2008
For classes on Mondays through Thursdays, July 21-31, from 2 - 4 p.m. with Rick Lance in AAR 108, sign up for item number 1204.
FALL 2008
For classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 10/6-10/29 from 3 - 5 p.m. with Rick Lance in AAR 108, sign up for item number 1251.
For classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 10/6-10/29 from 3 - 5 p.m. with Billie Bevers in AAR 110C, sign up for item number 1248.
For classes on Mondays and Saturdays, 9/20-10/4 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. with Rick Lance in Woodland, sign up for item number 1249.
Computer Basics 3 - Computers in the Workplace
A simple overview of MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other office related skills will be addressed in this class. Learn how to incorporate information from one program into another, and about different file types, finding lost information and other office related skills. Find out what helpful software can be "downloaded" from the internet, and how to do it. Work with graphics and even music files. Only *$20 for 16 hours of hands-on computer practice.
SUMMER
For classes on Mondays through Thursdays, August 4 - 14, from 2 - 4 p.m. with Billie Bevers in AAR 105, sign up for item number 1205.
FALL
For classes on Mondays/Wednesdays, Nov. 3 - 26, from 3-5 p.m. with Billie Bevers in AAR 110C, sign up for item number 1252.
For classes on Mondays/Wednesdays, Nov. 3 - 26, from 3-5 p.m. with Rick Lance in AAR 108, sign up for item number 1253.
Internet & Email
Feel left out when you see “www” information advertised? Learn how to search the Web, use bookmarks download, and about privacy and security, email, viruses, and etiquette. This is the class you don’t want to miss! ONLY *$20.
For classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 9 - 23, from 3 - 5 p.m. with Rick Lance in AAR 105, sign up for item number 1256.
For classes on Saturdays, Nov. 1 - 15, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Woodland with Billie Bevers, sign up for item number 1254.
Word Processing Basics
Do you know how to put a personalized watermark background in your Word documents? Rick Lance proves that word processing isn't just typing. MS Word, a powerful word processor, allows you to change fonts, styles, create templates, and send personalized copies of your unique creation to multiple recipients. Sign up now! Only *$20!
For classes on Saturdays, Oct. 11 - 25, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Woodland with Billie Bevers, sign up for item number 1257.
Spreadsheet Basics with Excel
It isn't just for math anymore. As a business tool, Excel is unrivaled, but even at home it has practical advantages. Learn how to create graphs, charts, and collect data that matters to you. *$20
For classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 30 - Oct. 16, from 3 - 5 p.m. with Rick Lance in AAR 110C, sign up for item number 1259.
Inside your Computer
Is tech-support on speed dial? Rick Lance will teach you how to keep your computer healthy using programs that are already on your computer. Find out if your system could use some updating, and how to install appropriate drivers to make updated hardware work correctly. Take this class and save your repair $ for the tough stuff. Only* $20
Coming winter 2009!
Presentations with PowerPoint
From music to movement, add pizzazz to presentations. Whether you are sharing business proposals, vacation highlights, or something entirely different, get tips and tricks that are sure to make your presentation sparkle. $20
SUMMER
For classes on Mondays through Thursdays, August 25-28, from 2 - 4:30 p.m. with Billie Bevers in AAR 105, sign up for item number 1207.
FALL
For classes on Tuesdays/Thursdays, Oct. 21 - 30, from 3-5 p.m. with Billie Bevers in AAR 109C, sign up for item number 1261.
eBay Basics
Is your garage too cluttered for your car? Is there a risk your attic could fall in due to the weight of everything stored there? Make money while you get reorganized. Learn to: Set up your account, create and edit a digital photo, list an item for sale, follow up after the sale, and collect your $$$. The required student guide can be purchased from your instructor, Steve Gehrke, at class for $12. Only $59!
Look for classes in winter 2009.
eBay Beyond the Basics
If you have taken EBay Basics or if you are already a seasoned EBay user, take the next step with Advanced EBay. This fun and challenging course with Steve Gehrke will teach you to build your own EBay store! Bring a pen and some paper for notes. Material fee of $12 is due to the instructor at class. Watch for classes in winter 2009.
Introduction to Home Networking
If you have media or more than one computer in your home, and want to make them work better together, take this quick course to learn about networking. Josh more teaches you about important issues like security, file sharing, and troubleshooting. $49
For class on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in AAR 105, sign up for item number 1268.
For class on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in AAR 105, sign up for item number 1271.
*NEW: Website Design Basics for Beginners
Create your own website, for free, in about an hour! Free templates, graphics, samples, and advice are readily available on the internet. In this hands-on design class, students will create and publish a site, then add content, graphics, extras like shopping carts, photos, and newsletter registration. Next, get your website to show up on the search engines. Instructor Kate Taylor guides you through the process she has used successfully to create award winning websites! Must have experience using Internet Explorer and feel comfortable surfing the internet. Only $59
For classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 9 - 18, from 6 - 8 p.m. with Kate Taylor in AAR 105, sign up for item number 1274.
For classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Dec. 2 - 11, from 6 - 8 p.m. with Kate Taylor in AAR 105, sign up for item number 1276.
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