There are a variety of classes available to learn how to use your computer. Each class is limited to six people. During each class, participants will use a laptop for hands-on training.
Participants will receive a take-home manual that provides step-by-step instructions on what was covered during the session.
Contact Krista Robinson at 519.271.0220 ext. 31 or webmaster@pcin.on.cafor more information.
Computers for Beginners, $10.00
This session will cover how to work with files, folders, and programs on your computer, change your wallpaper and screensaver and basic troubleshooting. Training computers use the Windows 7 operating system.
Come 15 minutes early to practice using the mouse!
Tuesday March 2, 2-4:30pm - FULL Monday March 29, 6-8:30pm - FULL Friday April 16, 2-4:30pm - FULL - Wednesday May 19, 6-8:30pm
Internet Basics for Beginners, $10.00
Learn how to navigate the Internet with Internet Explorer 8. Visit a web addresses and use a search engine to find information on the Web. Basics of online safety will also be covered. Hands on class for those with little or no Internet experience.
Basic ability to type and use a mouse is required.
- Thursday March 4, 6-8:30pm
- Monday March 15, 2-4:30pm
Wednesday April 21, 2-4:30pm FULL
Savvy Searching Session, $10.00
Improve your Internet research skills using advanced search functions on different search engines. Learn to search using Internet math, phrases, special syntax, and how to use the Invisible Web.
Ability to type, use a mouse and knowledge of how to navigate the Internet is required.
Tuesday March 16, 2-4:30pm FULL Monday April 19, 6-8:30pm FULL
Easy Gmail, $10.00
Register for a free Gmail account and learn how to send and receive e-mail.
Ability to type, use a mouse and knowledge of how to navigate the Internet is required.
- Tuesday March 9, 2-4:30pm
- Friday April 9, 2-4:30pm
- Tuesday May 4, 6-8:30pm
E-Mail & Attachments, $5.00
Learn more about sending and receiving
e-mail and sending file and photo attachments. Must have an active web based e-mail client to register (ie. Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo)
Ability to type, use a mouse and knowledge of how to navigate the Internet is required.
Wednesday April 14, 2-4pm FULL - Tuesday May 11, 2-4pm
Microsoft Word Basics, $10.00
Learn how to use Microsoft Word 2007, a word processing program. This class will cover the basics on how to edit your page, format text, create a list, and insert clipart.
Ability to type and use a mouse is required.
Wednesday March 17, 6-8:30pm - FULL - Tuesday April 6, 2-4:30pm
- Thursday May 13, 2-4:30pm
Online Magazines, Newspapers, Encyclopedias & More, FREE
The Library provides online access to thousands of magazines, newspapers and reference books. Learn how to use these resources at the Library or from your home.
Ability to type, use a mouse and knowledge of how to navigate the Internet is required.
- Friday March 26, 2-3:30pm
- Tuesday May 18, 10:30am-12pm
downloadLibrary, FREE
Learn to use www.downloadLibrary.ca to download videos, audio books and eBooks to your computer, MP3 player/iPod, or burn to CD. Must have a valid PCIN library card in working order to participate.
Ability to type, use a mouse and knowledge of how to navigate the Internet is required.
- Friday March 5, 2-3:30pm
- Tuesday April 20, 10:30am-12pm
BiblioCommons, FREE
Learn to use BiblioCommons, the Library catalogue. Basics of searching, placing requests, renewing items and creating lists will be comvered. Must have a valid PCIN library card in working order to participate.
Ability to type, use a mouse and knowledge of how to navigate the Internet is required.
- Thursday March 11, 2-3:30pm
- Tuesday April 27, 2-3:30pm
Mac Chat, FREE
Do you have a Mac computer? Interested in talking with other Mac users? Register for this casual Mac user discussion time. Bring your tips, tricks and questions.
- Thursday May 20, 2-4:30pm
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