The Poudre River Public Library District offers several free computer classes, to the public, to promote information literacy. The classes cover computer basics, electronic communication, Internet searching, and Microsoft Office. Handouts for each class are available by clicking on the links (e.g. Word handout) in each section.

Handouts are particularly valuable for patrons who have missed out on a place in a particular course, as well as for patrons wishing to refresh their memory, of skills learned in class. You can also look at the handouts prior to coming to class.

Spring 2010 computer classes

All classes are 2 hours in length. Spring 2010 Brochure (PDF format/711K)

Please note the date and time of the classes that you have registered for on your calendar. Our classes often fill up and we have a waitlist of interested students. Please call to cancel if you are not able to come to class so that a person on the waitlist is able to take your place. If you have a confirmed place in a class, please be on-time or your place may be given up to others waiting.

All classes require you to either have undertaken the "Computer Comfort" class or have a basic understanding of using the computer and the mouse.

New to computers?
The following classes will provide you with the basic skills to feel at ease with using a computer, surf the Internet, and receive and send email.

Computer Comfort
Windows Basics & File Management
Internet Searching
Gmail

Microsoft Office
Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel classes use version 2003. Microsoft Office classes are offered in 2 parts, Basic and Advanced: 2 hrs per session. You can sign up for basic or advanced, or for both.

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Publisher

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Computer Comfort

This class offers beginning and hands-on training on the basic components of computers, using the keyboard and the mouse, navigating in Windows, and beginning Internet browsing. Registration REQUIRED. Call 221-6380 or 204-8206 to register, or register in person at library Adult Reference Desks.

Computer Comfort will be offered at the following times:

Tuesday, January 19, 3 - 5 pm - HARMONY
Tuesday, February 2, 6 - 8 pm - HARMONY

Handouts:
Computer Comfort (PDF format/259K)

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Windows Basics & File Management

Learn about toolbars, drop-down menus, dialog boxes & file management. Registration REQUIRED. Call 221-6380 or 204-8206 to register, or register in person at library Adult Reference Desks.

Windows Basics will be offered at the following times:

Monday, March 15, 10 am - 12 pm - HARMONY
Thursday, April 8, 6 - 8 pm - HARMONY

Handouts:
Windows Basics (PDF format/733K)

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Internet Searching

Tired of wandering through thousands of sites every time you surf the Web? Let the pros teach you how to use subject directories and search engines to search more easily and effectively. Computer Comfort class is strongly recommended before taking this class if you are new to computers. Registration REQUIRED. Call 221-6380 or 204-8206 to register, or register in person at library Adult Reference Desks.

Internet Searching will be offered at the following times:

Thursday, January 21, 3 - 5 pm - HARMONY
Monday, February 1, 10 am - 12 pm - HARMONY

Handout:
Internet Searching (PDF format/172K)

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Gmail

In the Gmail Basic class, you will sign up for your own free Internet e-mail account using Gmail and then learn how to check your e-mail, send messages, and reply to messages. In the Gmail Advanced class, you will learn about sending and downloading attachments, using labels, searching your mail, saving drafts, and using the address book. The Computer Comfort class is strongly recommended before taking this class if you are new to computers. You MUST have an active Gmail email account to attend the Gmail Advanced class. Registration REQUIRED. Call 221-6380 or 204-8206 to register, or register in person at library Adult Reference Desks.You can sign up for basic or advanced, or for both.

E-mail classes (using Gmail) will be offered at the following times:

Thursday, February 18, 6 - 8 pm, Basic - HARMONY
Thursday, March 4, 6 - 8 pm, Advanced - HARMONY
Wednesday, March 17, 10 am - 12 pm, Basic - HARMONY
Monday, March 29, 10 am - 12 pm, Advanced - HARMONY
Thursday, April 29, 6 - 8 pm, Basic - HARMONY

Handouts:
Basic Email (PDF format/177K)
Advanced Email (PDF format/160K)

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Microsoft Word

Would you like to learn how to use Microsoft Word to write letters, papers, resumes, and much more? Learn the basics of word processing by signing up for Basic Word, Advanced Word, or both classes. Computer Comfort class is strongly recommended before taking this class. Registration REQUIRED. Call 221-6380 or 204-8206 to register, or register in person at library Adult Reference Desks.

Microsoft Word will be offered at the following times:

Saturday, February 6, 10 am - 12 pm, Basic - HARMONY
Saturday, February 20, 10 am - 12 pm, Advanced - HARMONY
Thursday, March 18, 6 - 8 pm, Basic - HARMONY
Thursday, April 1, 6 - 8 pm, Advanced - HARMONY
Thursday, May 13, 6 - 8 pm, Basic - HARMONY

Handouts:
Microsoft Word 1 (PDF format/160K)
Microsoft Word 2 (PDF format/170K)
Shortcut Keys for Word (PDF format/64K)

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Microsoft Powerpoint

PowerPoint is a program designed to create professional-looking presentations. PowerPoint handles text, outlines, drawings, graphics, and clip-art in the design of presentations and 'slide-shows'. Learn how to enliven your next presentation by signing up for Basic Powerpoint, Advanced Powerpoint, or both classes. Computer Comfort class is strongly recommended before taking this class. Registration REQUIRED. Call 221-6380 or 204-8206 to register, or register in person at library Adult Reference Desks.

Microsoft Powerpoint will be offered at the following times:

Saturday, March 6, 10 am - 12 pm, Basic - HARMONY
Saturday, March 20, 10 am - 12 pm, Advanced - HARMONY
Tuesday, April 6, 6 - 8 pm, Basic - HARMONY
Tuesday, April 20, 6 - 8 pm, Advanced - HARMONY
Wednesday, May 26, 10 am - 12 pm, Basic - HARMONY

Handouts:
Microsoft Powerpoint 2003 Part 1 (PDF format/147K)
Microsoft Powerpoint 2003 Part 2 (PDF format/201K)
Microsoft Powerpoint How-To (PDF format/118K)

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Microsoft Publisher

Publisher helps you easily create, customize, and publish materials such as newsletters, brochures, flyers, and catalogs. You should have some experience with either WORD or POWERPOINT before taking this class. Registration REQUIRED. Call 221-6380 or 204-8206 to register, or register in person at library Adult Reference Desks.

Microsoft Publisher will be offered at the following times:

Tuesday, February 9, 6 - 8 pm, Basic - HARMONY
Tuesday, February 23, 6 - 8 pm, Advanced - HARMONY
Monday, March 8, 10 am - 12 pm, Basic - HARMONY
Monday, March 22, 10 am - 12 pm, Advanced - HARMONY
Thursday, May 20, 6 - 8 pm, Basic - HARMONY

Handouts:
Microsoft Publisher 2003 Part 1 (PDF format/224K)
Microsoft Publisher 2003 Part 2 (PDF format/244K)

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Microsoft Excel

Excel is a spreadsheet program used for automating calculations, creating charts, forms, and more. Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. Computer Comfort class is strongly recommended before taking this class. Registration REQUIRED. Call 221-6380 or 204-8206 to register, or register in person at library Adult Reference Desks.

Microsoft Excel will be offered at the following times:

Saturday, April 3, 10 am - 12 pm, Basic - HARMONY
Saturday, May 11, 6 - 8 pm, Basic - HARMONY

Handouts:
Microsoft Excel 1 (PDF format/145K)
Microsoft Excel 2 (PDF format/88K)

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