Basic Computer Skills using Windows XP
8 weeks

This class is a prerequisite for all other computer classes offered at the CDC.

Learn the different features that Windows XP has to offer. You will learn basic computer skills, or if you are intermediate or advanced, we cover many shortcuts and Windows features that many of our students said they never knew about!

Introduction to Microsoft Word XP
6 weeks

Create attractive documents for business or personal use. Create, edit, save, and print documents. Produce letters, flyers, envelopes and labels.

Microsoft Excel XP
6 weeks

Build a household budget, track investments, maintain your checkbook, analyze expenses, amortize loans, create an address book, remember birthdays, keep mileage records, monitor dues payments and create membership rosters.

PC Troubleshooting and Virus Protection
6 weeks

Put an end to nagging system glitches, Eliminate conflicts, replace drivers, and perform basic preventative maintenance. Virus protection, spyware, and adware will also be covered.

How to make the most of your CD Burner
4 weeks

Learn all about:

* Burning Photos to CD
* Backing up your computer
* Burning music
* Various Software programs
* Saving files

And much more!

Internet Basics
6 weeks

Learn to search the World Wide Web with high speed Internet. Access amazing amounts of information through various search engines, learn how to use email, internet bargain shopping, how to protect your computer and your privacy on the Internet, and much more!

Home Computer Networking
4 weeks

Learn to network your home computers so they will work together effectively. This course covers file and printer sharing, Internet sharing with dial-up and cable modems, wireless networks, and more!

Pre-requisites: Windows 98 and Internet

Web Page Design with Front Page
8 weeks

Learn how to create your own web site using Microsoft Front Page. You create web pages that can actually be seen on the Internet!

This course covers how the Internet works, acronyms, HTML, web graphics, FTP, Meta Tags, hosting and domains, search engines, and much, MUCH more.

Pre-requisites: Windows 98 and Internet

Photoshop Elements
8 weeks

Learn to get professional results from Photoshop Elements at home. This course covers photo restoration, graphics, editing your photos, tips to create eye-catching masterpieces, and MORE! Bring in your photos or digital images, and be ready to have fun!

Basic Photography and Portraiture
8 weeks

Greatly improve the quality of your photos! Whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer, using a digital camera or film, you will gain a better understanding of your camera, lighting, exposure, and digital touch-up techniques. This course will offer several hands-on portrait workshops working with studio lights, backdrops, and natural outdoor environments to capture outstanding portraits.

Photo Restoration
4 weeks

Time to digitally restore treasured family photos! This course covers:

* Scanning the original photo
* Restoring with Photoshop Elements
* Using multiple tools and filters
* Making the most of your printer
* Sending to a photo lab