Cabrillo Extension Classes
Computers
Computers for Rookies
Have you ever saved a file, but couldn’t find it later? Have you ever wanted to cry or curse because you couldn’t understand what your computer was doing? This class will give you the foundation for a solid understanding of computer technology. We’ll present an overview of computer components and their functions, explore the Windows interface, and work on critical file management skills. Topics covered include the roles of hardware and software; operating systems vs. applications; the Desktop; controlling Windows; working with files and folders; the Recycle Bin and more.
A comprehensive manual/textbook is included in the course fee.
Fri., June 8
9 am - 5 pm
Room 507
Fee: $95
Mindi Cater - See bio below
Microsoft Word - Level 1
This introductory class is for the computer user who wants to become proficient in Word 2010. Topics include using the ribbon interface and toolbars; creating, editing and formatting text; text selection; the Clipboard; page layout and printing commands; using proofreading tools; custom line spacing and indents; creating custom tab stops; bulleted and numbered lists; working with tables and forms; adding borders and shading; using Find and Replace; and more.
Required: Computers for Rookies or equivalent skills.
A comprehensive manual/textbook is included in the course fee.
Fri., May 4
9 am - 5 pm
Room 507
Fee: $124
Mindi Cater - See bio below
Microsoft Word - Level 2
This intermediate level class covers more complex skills than those presented in Level 1. Topics introduced include creating newsletters using columns; section and column breaks; inserting WordArt and clip art; basic picture editing; formatting text consistently by using styles; Mail Merge documents; creating and working with templates, and more.
Required: Microsoft Word - Level 1 or equivalent skills.
A comprehensive manual/textbook is included in the course fee.
Fri., May 18
9 am - 5 pm
Room 507
Fee: $124
Mindi Cater- See bio below
Microsoft Excel - Level 1
This introductory class is for the computer user who wants to become proficient in Excel 2010. Topics introduced include the ribbon interface; entering and editing data; selecting cells and ranges; printing worksheets; creating formulas and functions; using absolute and relative cell references; formatting cell contents; inserting and deleting columns, rows, and cells; creating charts, and more.
Required: Computers for Rookies or equivalent skills.
A comprehensive manual/textbook is included in the course fee.
Fri., May 11
9 am - 5 pm
Room 507
Fee: $124
Mindi Cater - See bio below
Microsoft Excel - Level 2
This intermediate level class covers more com- plex skills than those presented in Level 1. Topics include working with lists of data; filtering and sorting data; displaying subtotals in a list; format- ting and printing multi-page workbooks; using advanced functions in formulas; tracing formulas: auditing formula errors, and more.
Required: Microsoft Excel - Level 1 or equivalent skills.
A comprehensive manual/textbook is included in the course fee.
Fri., May 25
9 am - 5 pm
Room 507
Fee: $124
Mindi Cater - See bio below
Effective Presentations Using PowerPoint
This class provides introductory training for the computer user who wants to become proficient in PowerPoint. Topics include the ribbon inter- face; creating presentations; document themes; bulleted lists; using outlines to create slides; for- matting text; publishing and printing presenta- tions; using transitions; inserting clip art, charts, and graphics; slide show delivery, and more.
Required: Computers for Rookies or equivalent skills.
A comprehensive manual/textbook is included in the course fee.
Fri., June 1
9 am - 5 pm
Room 1302 (Room changed from 507)
Fee: $124
Mindi Cater has been teaching computer classes in Santa Cruz County since 1991. She has offered training at local organizations including, SCCROP, the Sheriff’s Department, County Office of Education, and the Capitola EDD.
