Schedule of Computer Classes: Spring 2013

Space is Limited and Preregistration is Required
 Register at the Reference Desk (413 499 9480 ext 202) during regular library hours or pittsref@cwmars.org

Our Computer Lab sessions -- except Computer Basics -- are taught presuming attendees’ ability to type on a computer keyboard; use either a laptop touchpad or a mouse; and enter an address in the address bar of a browser. Those who do not have these skills are welcome to sign up for our sessions; however, they may find they are unable to fully participate.

Keeping tabs on Tablets: Through the combined generosity of the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum and CompuWorks, the Reference department has a variety of tablets to offer: Apple iPad; Google Nexus; Kindle Fire; Microsoft Surface; Samsung Galaxy. We’ll take them out for a spin! (Taught by Madeline) Offered in both a morning and evening session: Tuesday, March 19, 5:30 – 7 pm & Tuesday, March 26, 10 – 11:30 am

Online Job Searching: Explore some of the biggest job search sites on the web and learn how to use them effectively. We'll also review examples of the online job applications many employers require.  (Taught by Jeanne) Thursday, April 4, 10 – 11:30 am 

Word 2007: Introduction: Participants will gain a basic understanding of how to use each section contained within Word.(Taught by Katherine) Wednesday, April 10, 5:30 – 7 pm 

Word 2007: Composing a Letter: Participants will gain a basic understanding of how to compose a Cover Letter and Resume. (Taught by Katherine) Wednesday, April 17, 5:30 – 7 pm

Overdrive Digital Collection: Discover the various digital offerings available from the Berkshire Athenaeum!  We'll explore the different types of downloadable media and the varied options library patrons have for enjoying them (Taught by Jeanne) Thursday, April 25, 10 – 11:30 am

Excel 101: Participants will review the interface, create a basic spreadsheet, insert formulas.
(Taught by Madeline)  Thursday, May 2, 10 – 11:30 am 

Excel 102: Participants will gain experience entering and manipulating data in a basic spreadsheet, some common formulas will be introduced. (Taught by Madeline) Thursday,  May 9, 10 – 11:30 am

Excel 202: Participants will explore advanced spreadsheet functions, including importing text data, creating complex formulas, and exporting data to other programs. (Taught by Alex)Thursday, May 16, 10 – 11:30 am

Excel: Mail Merge: Participants will work with an Excel Spreadsheet of information to create merged letters, envelopes, and a directory using Microsoft Word’s Mail Merge functions. (Taught by Alex)Thursday, May 23, 10 – 11:30 am

Excel at Your Own Pace: Participants will have the opportunity to gain experience with Excel, working through in-class examples from Excel 101, 102, 202, and Mail Merge at their own pace with instructors available to provide guidance.  (Taught by Alex & Madeline) Thursday, May 30, 10 – 11:30 am

Intro to PowerPoint 2007: Learn the basics of creating effective presentations in PowerPoint (Taught by Jeanne) Wednesday, June 5, 5:30 – 7 pm

Updated March 2013