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Class Descriptions

Class Schedule

Access Essentials

Are you using Microsoft Access more and enjoying it less? This eight-hour course is just what the doctor ordered.  Learn to create tables, columns, data types, field names, indices and keys.  Learn to create relationships, forms, reports and more.  Access software is too complex to cover in one class, but this is definitely the way to start.

Access Advanced

Are you comfortable with the basics of Access and want to develop your skills further?  Then this eight-hour class is for you.  Take Access to the next level and learn how this powerful database software really can work hard for your business, without driving you crazy.  Move beyond macros and create more complex queries.  Master sub-forms, sub-reports and more.

Excel - The Basics

This course is designed as an introduction to the Excel program.  You will learn how to create worksheets used to track and analyze financial or general numeric information; and the basic functions of the menu bar, toolbars, and the Excel screen.  You will practice creating worksheets that perform simple calculations and learn techniques to manipulate your data into a presentable format.  This program provides a simple way to create work, school, and sales presentations.

Excel - Beyond the Basics

Do you need to track sales?  Does your company use spreadsheets for tracking inventory, personnel, and other important data?  This course will help you build on your basic Excel skills.  You will learn to use formulas, multiple worksheets, and insert charts and graphs.  In this course you will learn the following: how to create charts and graphs, create multiple pages of interlinking data, use formulas for increased proficiency, and much more.

InDesign Basics

If you are using Adobe PageMaker or Adobe Illustrator, you will want to consider taking this class.  Adobe will soon be discontinuing the support of the old formats and going with InDesign.  In this course you will be taught the basic information for building your own brochures, flyers, business cards, and more.  InDesign integrates well with Adobe Photoshop.  If graphic design is part of your job, or you want it to be, this course will keep you ahead of the software curve.

Microsoft PowerPoint - Beginning

In this course you will learn how to create dynamic professional presentations for your business, classroom, or personal use.  You will also learn how to create and format presentations that can be used for sales, financial updates, year end demonstrations, and personal slideshows.  You will learn to work with pictures, tables, and diagrams.  In PowerPoint, you can add styles, colors, fonts, backgrounds, and other effects to enhance your slide presentations.

Microsoft Word - Basics 1

In this course you will learn about creating and saving new documents, and using templates to simplify your work.  You will also learn how to format your and paragraphs, and how to use toolbars, spell check, and task panes, as well as how to copy, cut, and paste.

Microsoft Word - Basics 2

Learn how to modify an existing document.  Learn to insert objects into the document.  Also learn bullets and numbering, using the find function, replace function, drawing tools, and printing options.

Photoshop 1

This class introduces students to the power of Photoshop.  Students will learn to adjust and correct the color, contrast, and composition of images, as well as, how to use layers, clipping, clone stamp, type, and various other tools.  Students will also prepare images for printing and for web output.

Photoshop 2

This class takes students to the next level of Photoshop.  Students will learn how to use Photoshop filters and perspective tools.  Learn how to use the many tools covered in concert to create custom digital images.

QuickBooks - The Basics

Learn the popular accounting program QuickBooks.  This software can be used to accomplish everyday bookkeeping procedures on your computer or start and maintain a bookkeeping system for your business.  This course is designed to assist a person with limited bookkeeping knowledge to grasp basic accounting terms and concepts;  lean how to maneuver in QuickBooks; learn how to work with lists; set up and customize QuickBooks for personal or small business use, and much more.

QuickBooks - Beyond the Basics

Learn how QuickBooks can improve your business and save you time.  You will learn to use the accounting features that QuickBooks assembles from the basic entries to your everyday accounting.  You will spend time analyzing reports so you can run your business with a pro-active prospective.  In this course we will cover assets, liabilities, chart of accounts, payroll, banking, year end reports, and much more.

The Web, Outlook

and Other Internet E-Mail Programs

Why are there so many web browsers?  Which one should I use?  In this course you will learn how to use Internet Explorer and other web browsers.  You will learn to safely navigate the World Wide Web.  You will also learn the basics of e-mail through various programs, as well as the basic features of Outlook.  Outlook provides scheduling, calendar, e-mail management, and much more.

Computer Essentials

Are you intimidated by computers?  This class is for you!  In this class you will be given step by step instruction on how to turn on and log on to a computer.  You will learn what constitutes a strong password, and where to create and change your login password.  You will also receive instruction on the different features of the mouse and keyboard.

Desktop Exploration

Have you ever wondered what all those little pictures on your computer screen are for?  In this class you will learn what those pictures mean.  You will also learn how to identify the user account types and how to change your account picture.  You will also receive step by step instruction on personalizing your desktop and creating shortcuts that make finding a document quick and easy.

Windows and windows...

What are all those icons on the screen?  What does that button do?  This class covers the basics of the Windows Operating System.  You will also take a tour of the windows application screen where you will learn how to use menus and icons through hands on exploration.

Maintaining Your Computer

Does your computer seem to not be operating as well as it used to?  Doe you want to learn how you can maintain your computer's efficiency?  In this class you will learn the essential programs that every computer should have, and every user should use.  You will receive instruction on defragging your computer, running scan disk and disk clean up software, updating software and Windows, and maintaining virus protection and firewalls.

Microsoft Word - Basics 1

Learn to create and save new documents.  Learn basic page setup and using templates to simplify your work.  Learn to format your fonts and paragraphs.  Also learn about task panes, tool bars, spell check, and copy, cut, and paste.

Microsoft Word - Basics 2

Learn methods for modifying an existing document.  Learn to insert objects into the document.  Also, learn bullets and numbering, using the find function, replace function, drawing tools, and printing options.

Microsoft Word - Intermediate

Learn to use themes, create outlines, insert hyperlinks, create tables, and use formulas.  Address envelopes and labels.  Use Mail Merge.  Create simple publications.  Learn to create styles and World Wide Web documents.

Intro to Computers

Learn the history and theory of the computer.  Is computer language confusing?  You  will learn those geek terms and learn the history and theory of the computer.  You will get to see and handle the parts in a computer and learn how they work together.  Learn the proper way to start and stop your computer.  Learn how to clean and maintain your computer parts.  Learn basic upgrading - adding memory and storage.  You will learn at your own pace.

 Discovering the Desktop

Learn the Start Menu, scrolling, and dragging skills.  Learn to create and move files and folders.  Learn how to save and backup your work.  You'll learn to change your work environment using the accessibility tools to make tasks easier.  Learn about programs that protect your computer; including firewalls, virus and malware programs.

Productive Programs

Learn the programs that come with your computer.  You will learn to use Outlook Express, WordPad, Note Pad, Paint, Calculator, and Windows Media Player. Learn how to use System Tools to keep your computer running efficiently.

Intro to the Internet

This course will teach you how to safely navigate the huge World Wide Web.  You will learn how to use Internet Explorer and other web browsers.  Learn buying and selling on the Internet with EBay and Pay Pal.  Learn Internet mail programs, chat rooms, and instant messaging.

Digital Photography

You'll learn to select a camera to fit your picture taking requirements.  Learn to shop locally and on the Internet.  Learn what is available and how to compare cameras.  You'll learn the difference between a DSLR and a Point and Shoot Camera.  Learn digital photography terms.  Learn proper care and maintenance of your new camera.  Learn to save, print, and email your pictures.

Digital Photo Editing

Learn to modify your digital pictures.  You'll look at picture samples and learn about exposure, contrast, white balance and noise levels.  Learn to use your camera controls and mode features to change picture characteristics. Learn different programs you can use on your computer to change your pictures including Antishake and Face Recognition features found in new cameras.

On-line Buying and Selling

Do you have stuff in the attic or basement that you want to sell?  Millions of people are using the Internet to do business from the comfort of there home.  This class will show you how.  EBay and PayPal are explained.  Creating accounts and safely conducting business on the Internet is covered.  Learn to reorganize and use established safe websites like Yahoo and Amazon. 

WHERE ARE WE LOCATED?

1920 3rd Avenue North

Lewiston, ID 83501

Phone:  (208) 792-2388

Toll Free: (800) 879-0452

Fax:  (208) 792-2680

Hours - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Monday - Friday

(Call for Summer Hours)