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2012 Computer Classes
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges’ Continuing Education Department has a number of short-term computer classes coming up in January. These classes are open to both businesses and individuals and will be held at the Scott Community College Urban Center, 306 West River Drive in downtown Davenport. Some of these classes include:
Beginning Computers Using Microsoft Applications is an ideal class for anyone looking for a new job or just wanting to learn more about their home computer. Students complete 18 hours of hands-on learning about computer hardware and the most widely-used Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, the internet and Windows accessory programs. The class includes a discussion on computer topics such as e-mail and viruses. The six-week course begins January 5 from 6 - 9 p.m. Cost of the class is $169 and the course number is 101177.
Excel - Level 1 is for those who are still using paper to maintain numbers, statistics and other data, but are ready to make the leap to a computerized format. This course teaches how to create, modify and format a basic worksheet, perform calculations, print the contents of a workbook and manage large workbooks. The course will be held January 10 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Cost of the class is $99 and the course number is 101161.
Introduction to the Personal Computer is designed for those who have never used a computer and for those thinking about buying a computer. Students will become familiar with terminology, get a taste of the Windows operating system, the word processor Word, and the spreadsheet Excel through hands-on experience. The course will be held, on January 12 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Cost of the class is $89 and the course number is 101156.
Windows 7 - Level 1 explores Windows 7, identifying its components, customizing the desktop, managing files and folders, using the common tools and programs and browsing the internet. The class will be held January 18 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Cost of the course is $99 and the course number is 101158.
Word - Level 1 demonstrates the basic concepts required to produce business documents including how to create a basic document, modify and format text and paragraphs, add tables and graphic elements, control a document's page setup and proof documents to make them more accurate. The course will be held January 19 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Cost of the class is $99 and the course number is 101167.
PowerPoint - Level 1 shows students how to use PowerPoint to create unique and sophisticated electronic presentations. The course will be held January 31 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Cost of the class is $99 and the course number is 101163.
Students can now register online at www.eicc.edu/ceregistration. For more information contact the EICC Continuing Education Registration Center at 563-441-4100 or toll free 1-888-336-3907.