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Computer Classes

The Vernon Area Public Library District provides computer instruction for VAPLD cardholders only.
You must have a valid library card to register for computer classes.

These instructor led classes are offered to help you develop the basic skills you need to use computers. Here you’ll find class descriptions and handouts provided for each class. It is not necessary to have attended a class in order to download the handouts. If after viewing the handouts you would like to register; click on the link provided to go to the class schedule.

Introduction to Computers	Open Lab	Yahoo Email	File and Folder Management	Searching the Internet
Microsoft Word	Microsoft Excel	Instant Messaging for Beginners	Introduction to PowerPoint

Introduction to Computers

Class Title	Basic Computers I – Introduction
Class Date	Wednesday, April 9 from 1–3pm or 7–9pm
Class Description	Learn the basics of using a computer, including terminology, parts of a computer and mouse skills. Laptop computers are provided.
Prerequisite	No computer knowledge necessary.
Class Files	Basic Computer I - Presentation (pdf)
Class Files	Basic Computer I - Handout (pdf)
Registration	Registration begins Thursday, March 27.

Class Title	Basic Computers II – Keyboard Essentials
Class Date	Wednesday, April 16 from 1–3pm or 7–9pm
Class Description	Now that you know the basics, learn how to use the computer keyboard more efficiently by using a keyboarding tutorial and by practicing your skills.
Prerequisite	Mouse experience is necessary.
Class Files	Basic Computer II - Presentation (pdf)
	Basic Computers II - Keyboarding Handout (pdf)
	Basic Computers II - Shortcuts Handout (pdf)
Registration	Registration begins Thursday, March 27.

Open Lab

Class Title	Open Lab
Class Dates	Tuesday, April 15 from 10–11am Friday, May 2 from 10–11am Thursday, May 22 from 1–2pm
Class Description	The computer classroom is available for computer class students who would like to practice the skills they have learned in class. Assistance will be available.
Registration	Registration is not required.

Yahoo Email

Class Title	Yahoo E-mail Basics
Class Date
Class Description	Would you like to have e-mail but do not have an account? Set up your own free Yahoo e-mail account and explore the basics of using Yahoo Mail.
Prerequisite	Must have keyboarding and mouse experience.
Class Files	Yahoo E-mail Basics - Handout (pdf)
Registration

Class Title	Yahoo E-mail II
Class Date
Class Description	Create folders to manage your Yahoo email, add attachments to outgoing mail, open attachments, and use the contact list. Must bring your valid Yahoo ID and password. A valid Yahoo ID and password are necessary to participate.
Prerequisite	Must bring your valid Yahoo ID and password.
Class Files	Yahoo E-mail II - Handout (pdf)
Registration

File and Folder Management

Class Title	File and Folder Management
Class Date	Wednesday, April 23 from 1–3pm or 7–9pm
Class Description	Organize data on your computer, move files from one folder to another and create or delete files and folders.
Prerequisite	Computer keyboarding and mouse experience are necessary.
Class Files	File and Folder Management - Presentation (pdf)
Class Files	File and Folder Management - Step by Step Handout (pdf)
Registration	Registration begins Thursday, March 27.

Searching the Internet

Class Title	Searching the Internet
Class Date	Wednesday, May 7 from 1–3pm or 7–9pm
Class Description	Are you tired of spending hours searching the Internet and still not finding what you want? This class provides tips for searching the Internet more quickly and effectively.
Prerequisite	Computer keyboarding and mouse experience are necessary.
Class Files	Searching the Internet - Presentation (pdf)
Class Files	Searching the Internet - Handout (pdf)
Registration	Registration begins Tuesday, April 29.

Microsoft Word

Class Title	Introduction to Microsoft Word
Class Date	Wednesday, May 14 from 1–3pm or 7–9pm
Class Description	Cut, paste and use formatting tools to customize your Word documents on the computer.
Prerequisite	File and folder management experience is necessary.
Class Files	Introduction to Microsoft Word - Handout (pdf)
Class Files	Introduction to Microsoft Word - Shortcuts Handout (pdf)
Registration	Registration begins Tuesday, April 29.

Class Title	Microsoft Word II
Class Date	Wednesday, May 21 from 1–3pm or 7–9pm
Class Description	Jazz up your Word documents with clip art. Learn to create tables, labels and envelopes.
Prerequisite	Microsoft Word experience is necessary.
Class Files	Microsoft Word II - Handout (pdf)
Registration	Registration begins Tuesday, April 29.

Microsoft Excel

Class Title	Introduction to Microsoft Excel
Class Date	Wednesday, May 28 from 1–3pm or 7–9pm
Class Description	This spreadsheet program allows you to create lists and keep records on the computer. Learn how to enter data and perform basic functions.
Prerequisite	Microsoft Word experience is necessary.
Class Files	Introduction to Microsoft Excel - Presentation (pdf)
Class Files	Introduction to Microsoft Excel - Step by Step Handout (pdf)
Registration	Registration begins Tuesday, April 29.

Instant Messaging for Beginners

Class Title	Instant Messaging for Beginners
Class Date
Class Description	Want to chat online privately with a friend, family member, or business colleague? Try Instant Messaging or IM.
Prerequisite	A valid Yahoo, AOL, Gmail, or MSN ID and password are necessary to participate.
Class Files	coming soon
Class Files
Registration

Introduction to PowerPoint

Class Title	Introduction to PowerPoint
Class Date
Class Description	Discover the basic skills necessary to create and edit simple slide presentations.
Prerequisite	Basic Microsoft Word experience is necessary.
Class Files	coming soon
Class Files
Registration