Computers & Technology
It’s time to improve those computer skills! Why not try one of our brand new courses?
Starting Monday the 16th get into The Internet and learn about how to be safe on the Internet and how to find what you’re looking for!
After The Internet, take a look at Social Networking. Get into the nitty gritty of sites such as Facebook and Twitter. Also, discover how to set up your own blog or get onto Skype!
Still want more? Discover how to make professional documents in Word Processing. Go beyond your Microsoft package and learn about the free software that is out there, waiting for you to discover it!
Tuesdays, get into Website design and make your own website to make yourself a larger online presence!
After making a website, learn how to Buy & Sell Online. Discover how to successfully use eBay to buy and sell online. Also discover the alternatives. You’ll always find what you’re after online!
Keep your Computer Running Smoothly, with this 3 hour workshop. Learn how to successfully re-install your operating system, upgrade software, deal with spy ware and viruses, as well as so much more.
Learn how to create magic with your Digital Camera and move your pictures from camera to computer using Picasa!
Learn how to use your mobile phone, one-on-one in this by appointment session!
Don’t forget about the classes organised by Waverley Community Learning Centre
Take a look at our courses for Term 2!
Digital Photography
Learn editing, red eye removal, cropping, enhancements, natural lighting, tips and tricks, discussions and exercises. BYO camera and you must know how to locate menu/settings on your camera. Camera to Computer included, using Picasa.
Tuesday 7-8:30pm
Class Commences: 17 April and will run for 6 weeks
$72 for 6 weeks.
The Internet
Three intensive classes that explore how to get online, use your browser and search engines. Set up your own email account and discover how to keep yourself safe while online.
Monday 7-9pm
Class Commences: 16 April and will run for 3 weeks
$45 for 3 weeks.
Social Networking
In a world of Social Media, it can be confusing which network to use and how to use these sites and networks. Learn about Facebook, Twitter & TwitPics, Blogging and Skype.
Monday 7-9pm
Class Commences: 14 May and will run for 4 weeks
$50 for 4 weeks.
Word Processing
Learn how to create professional looking documents on Microsoft Office and the free office suite Libre Office.
Monday 7-9pm
Class Commences: 18 June and will run for 2 weeks
$40 for 10 weeks.
Website Design
Create a website under the guidance of an experienced teacher. Learn about domain names, file hosting and the methods of creating websites available from easy to hard. USB drive required for file management.
Tuesday 10-12pm
Class Commences: 17 April and will run for 6 weeks
$65 for 10 weeks.
Buying & Selling Online
Can’t find what you want in your local store? Buy it online! Need to move some household items that you don’t want any more and want to make some money? Sell it online! Learn how to use eBay and avoid scams while buying and selling online. Be prepared to buy and sell during this class. Also learn about other online marketplaces.
Tuesday 10-12pm
Class Commences: 5 June and will run for 4 weeks
$50 for 4 weeks.
Keep Your Computer Running Smoothly
In this intensive one day workshop learn how to keep your computer running smoothly. Learn how to reinstall your operating system, deal with virus scanners, spyware and upgrading your software. Computer knowledge required. Receive a USB drive with useful software.
Saturday 11-2pm
One day workshop: 28 April
$50 for the workshop + $5 for materials
Learn About Your Mobile Phone
Just got a new mobile phone? Or maybe your very first mobile. Take an hour to work with someone and discover the ins and outs of your new phone!
By Appointment
A one hour class
$10 for 1 hour
The following classes are held at the Notting Hill Neighbourhood house but managed by the Waverley Community Learning Centre. Check their website for scheduling.
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS, WORD PROCESSING, SPREADSHEETS, INTERNET AND EMAIL
This course is for people with little or no experience with computers.
The course covers terminology, basic skills, creating, saving and printing documents. It will also give you the skills and knowledge that you need to access and surf the internet as well as emailing. Following on from these basics will be more in-depth training in word processing and spreadsheets.
DIGITAL CAMERA TO COMPUTER
You will learn how to transfer your photos to your computer and how to do basic editing, filing and copying.
