(TROY, MI) – Qualified senior instructors will be teaching several
computer classes in the SeniorNet Computer Learning
Center at the Troy Community Center.
These courses are a great way for seniors 50 and older to learn the
basics of computer use in a friendly environment. A computer is provided for each student and a
textbook is included in the registration fee.
Students
may retake a class over for free, if necessary.
Refunds may be requested prior to the start of the course. A low-income
scholarship is available for those who qualify.
Available
courses include:
Computer
Fundamentals: this course is
recommended for those who have no previous knowledge of computers. Students will become familiar with computer
basics. Fee: $36
Intermediate
Computer Skills: this course is for those who have
already taken computer fundamentals, or have some
previous computer experience. In this
course students will receive a hands-on introduction
to Windows, file management, word processing, the Internet, e-mail spreadsheets
and more. Fee: $54
File
Management: Learn how files and folders can be managed
including how to create, copy, sort, delete, rename, search, and backup your
files and folders. Fee: $18
Introduction
to Word Processing: This class is for those who have some
computer experience or have taken Introduction to Computers. Learn how to use
Microsoft Word to create letters and other documents. We will also explore setting margins,
inserting pictures using spell check and printing. Fee:
$54
Windows
XP: This class is for those who have already
taken Computer Fundamentals or have some previous computer experience. Learn all about Windows XP, including file
management, restoring files, and maintaining your hard drive. Fee: $54
Safeguarding Your Computer and
Personal Data: This hands-on course will teach students how
to protect their computer and personal data.
Topics will include backing-up a computer, installing a second hard
drive, installing anti-virus, anti-spam and anti-spyware software, using
firewalls and other computer safety measures.
This course is for those who have experience using a computer. Fee: $36
The
Troy Community Center is located at 3179 Livernois. For more information on SeniorNet
courses visit: www.seniornet.org/usa/troy
or call 248.524.3484.
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