The following short classes are intended for the home computer user. Register for one, two or three classes – learn the basics with no pressure of exams. Students enrolled in these classes are invited to use our practice lab on Monday afternoons from 1:30 – 3:30 pm.
Intro to Computers
Typing
Word Basics
E-mail Basics
Internet Basics
NEW: Guide Assessment
NEW: Introduction to Guide
Intro to Computers
Code: CCV-3101
Cost: $60
Sessions: 1
Provides a basic introduction to computers and assistive technology. Both keyboard and mouse techniques are demonstrated.
Section 01: Wednesday, September 10, 1:30-3:30 pm
Section 02: Tuesday, October 7, 1:30-3:30 pm
Section 03: Tuesday, November 18, 1:30-3:30 pm
Section 04: Tuesday, December 16, 1:30-3:30 pm
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Typing
Code: CCV-3204
Cost: $175
Sessions: 8
Learn basic touch-typing or brush up on your skills using large print or speech assistive software.
Section 01: Tuesdays, September 16 - November 4, 10 am - 12 pm
(Because of Rosh Hashanah, class normally given on September 30 will be moved to Thursday, October 2)
Section 02: Saturdays, September 20 - November 8, 10:00 am - 12:00 p.m.
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Word Basics
Code: CCV-3200
Cost: $150
Sessions: 4
Learn the basics of formatting documents using screen magnification and/or a screen reader.
Prerequisite: Basic typing skills, Intro to Computers seminar
Section 01: Tuesdays/Thursdays, September 16 - 25, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
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E-Mail Basics
Code: CCV-3202
Cost: $150
Sessions: 4
Learn the basics of e-mail using screen magnification and/or a screen reader.
Prerequisite: Basic typing skills, Intro to Computers seminar.
Section 01: Tuesdays/Thursdays, October 14 - 23, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
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Internet Basics
Code: CCV-3203
Cost: $150
Sessions: 4
Learn to browse the Internet
using screen magnification and/or a screen reader.
Prerequisite: Basic typing skills, Intro to Computers seminar
Section 01: Tuesdays/Thursdays, November 4 - 13, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
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NEW: Guide Assessment
Code:
Cost: Free
Sessions: 1
A basic introduction to the Guide menus, large print and speech features, and test your typing skills.
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NEW: Introduction to GUIDE
Code:
Cost: $150
Sessions: 4
GUIDE is a self-contained program for people who are visually impaired or blind, created for the novice. GUIDE has a built-in screen reader and large print. Training will include basic features such as: writing letters, sending and receiving email, surfing the internet and more.
Prerequisite: Guide Assessment, demonstrating basic typing skill, and GUIDE on a computer at home (this includes a working copy of a 30-day demonstration copy)
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