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Workshops and Special Courses --Winter 2010

Two-hour workshops

Fee: $25 for Everyone

 

Facebook: The Basics
Connect with your friends and family with this easy-to-use website.
1:  Wed. Jan. 20     Evening 6 to 8 pm
2:  Fri. Apr. 9           Morning 10 to 12 noon

Computer Security
Learn how to protect your computer from viruses and back up your data.
1:  Tues. Feb. 16        Morning 10 to 12 noon

Organizing Your Computer
Learn how to create folders and organize your digital life.
1:  Thurs. Feb. 18     Morning 10 to 12 noon
2:  Wed. Apr. 7         Evening 6 to 8 pm

Mail Merge and Labels
Learn how to print labels and produce mass mailings.
1:  Mon. Feb. 22        Morning 10 to 12 noon
2:  Wed. Apr. 21      Morning 10 to 12 noon

Booking Travel Online
Learn how to research and book travel adventures at great prices.
1:  Wed. Feb. 24        Morning 10 to 12 noon
2:  Mon. Apr. 19      Morning 10 to 12 noon


Private Instruction
Our knowledgeable instructors are available for individualized training at the ALCC or at your home ($10 extra transportation fee for home instruction). For beginners or for experienced users wanting a special skill set.
$35 per hour. Call to make an appointment: 514-935-7344

Public Computer Centre

The Atwater Library Computer Centre has 12 Intel Due Core desktop computers available for public use (at minimal fees), as well as computer books, courses, and talks!

The computers are loaded with Windows Vista, Office XP as well as numerous open source applications.

Equipment
* 12 Stations, with Intel Core Duo CPU computers, 3G memory
* Operating system: Windows Vista Home Premium
* Microsoft Office XP Professional software
* Open Source Applications: Firefox, Open Office, Gimp
* High Speed ADSL Connection
* Computer Use: $4/hour for non-members, $2/hour for library members

Printing:

* Toshiba e-Studio Laser Printer
* $0.15/page for black & white
* $0.30/page for colour

Computer Books & Periodicals:

Easy to follow books on popular subjects such as:
* Microsoft Windows Vista, XP
* Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Word, Excel, etc.)
* Computer Networking & Repair
* Linux

Reservations are recommended. Phone (514) 935-7344 and ask for the Computer Centre. Walk-in also possible.

Computer Courses and Workshops

Course List and Prices

Computer training is offered in our dedicated computer classroom. Ongoing courses and workshops are scheduled throughout the year, and private instruction is available on demand. Maximum number of students per course is 6, and each student works on a Dual Core PC using Microsoft Office Professional software and other programs.

Click here to see the brochure of Winter 2010 computer courses and workshops

 

Course Descriptions

Picasa - Digital Photo Editing -NEW
Give your digital photos a facelift with this free online photo-editing software. 4 hrs.


Introduction to Blogging
Create your own blog and discover the most popular blogging websites.  4 hrs.


Introduction to Windows and Email
Our most popular course shows you the basic functions of the Windows environment (Vista, with reference to XP). Learn how to create, save, open and delete files, and how to access your important data. Also, get started with basic email communications. 8 hrs.


Introduction to Excel XP
For beginners interested in using spread sheets to analyze data and plot trends. In this course, you will learn how to format worksheets, use numerical functions, create graphs and charts, and sort information. 8 hrs.


PowerPoint Presentations
Learn how to create engaging slides for your school or work presentations.  Add charts, graphs, images and animation for a dynamic slide show. 4 hrs.

 

Introduction to Word
This introductory course helps orient beginners to Word. Learn how to create, edit, print and save documents, as well as use formatting tools to adjust headers and footers. Grammar and spelling functions will also be used. 8 hrs.

 

Searching the Internet
Learn to zero in on relevant web-pages, saving and printing what you need.  4 hrs.

 

Participants in 8-hour and 4-hour courses receive 2 hours of free computer time at the main floor workstations.

Educational Tax Receipts are issued for all courses.

Register early to reserve your space. Fees must be paid in advance. Cancellations must be made one week prior to session start, or students will be subject to a $25 cancellation fee.

If registration is low, the ALCC reserves the right to cancel classes prior to session start.

Mastercard and Visa Accepted
Computer Courses and library memberships can be paid by Mastercard or Visa, in person or by telephone. Volunteers will ask a staff member to process the charge. (Taxes included in course fees)

Duration Members Non-Members
 Seniors
8 hours $125 $135 $115
4 hours $70 $75 $65
2 hours
 $25
 $25
 $25
Winter 2010 Workshops and Special Courses

 

Free WIFI Internet Access

Free Wireless Internet Access - Île Sans Fil Hotspot

The Atwater Library is an Île Sans Fil hotspot. This means that anyone with a wireless "G" or "B" enabled laptop (or any type of wireless "G" or "B" device) can access the Internet free of charge. Stop by the Computer Centre or visit www.ilesansfil.org for information about Île Sans Fil.

ALCC is doing its best to be a pro-active community member. Along these lines we endevour to support Île Sans Fil. Our building has one central wireless router (located in the cirulation desk) which provides the signal for the building itself. Additionaly we have a second wireless router in the Computer Centre that has an external antenna providing a signal to Cabot Park.

We have a third router, and a linux box set asside. With these two devices Île Sans Fil volunteers and ALCC staff can do test installs, or whatever else happens to technically challenge the geek within you.

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