MY FIRST COMPUTER CLASS (for ages 20+)                          NO. CIS501

Do you think you’re the only person in the world who’s never used a computer? You are NOT alone. After an introduction to basic vocabulary and computer components, you’ll learn about parts of the computer, practice using the keyboard, and begin to tame the wild mouse.

Date & Time: Thursday, September 24, 2–4 p.m.

Registration Fee: Free!

COMPUTERS FOR THE HOME                                    NO. CIS504

What issues should you consider when buying your first home computer? What software will
you use, what peripherals do you need, what are the ongoing costs associated with computers? Where will you put your new computer? Get the answers to these questions and more.

Date & Time: Thursday, October 8, 2:30–4 p.m.

Registration Fee: $25

WINDOWS: THE BASICS                                             NO. CIS502

Learn what the Windows (XP, 95, 98, 2000, ME and NT) operating system does and why you should care. The mysteries of the Control Panel, Windows Desktop, Notepad, Wordpad, and more will be revealed, as well as basics of file management. Practice time with screen manipulation
and creating shortcuts and folders is included.

Dates & Times: 2 Thursdays, October 15 and 22, 2:30–4 p.m.

Registration Fee: $40

INTERNET FOR FUN AND LEARNING                                         NO. CIS503

Surf’s up and you can catch a wave! Learn how to use search engines to find what you want on the World Wide Web. You’ll also learn about how to get TO the Internet, how to set up an email account, and security measures for the information age.

Dates & Times: 2 Thursdays, November 5 and 12, 2:30–4 p.m.

Registration Fee: $40
Special fee for all four courses: $85

 PERSONAL COMPUTER COURSES

GETTING STARTED WITH WINDOWS      NO. CIS510

Learn the basics of the MicrosoftÒ Windows operating system for personal computers.  Emphasis is on identifying icons and shortcuts, learning to click and drag to size and position, and exploring the control panel, files, folders, and accessories. We recommend allowing at least three-four weeks between Getting Started with Windows and Using Windows. Windows XP,  95, 98, 2000, ME, and NT users can benefit from these courses.

Date & Times: Tuesday, October 13, 6-9 p.m. (Hulse)

Registration Fee:  $49

USING WINDOWS           NO. CIS511

Take advantage of the power of Windows by learning to use its special capabilities.  Topics include searching, formatting, copying and viewing, as well as creating in Write and linking files from program to program.  We recommend allowing at least three-four weeks between Getting Started with Windows and Using Windows.  Windows XP, 95, 98, 2000, ME, and NT users can benefit from these courses.

Date & Times: Tuesday, November 3, 6-9 p.m. (Hulse) 

Registration Fee:  $49

 UPDATING TO WINDOWS VISTA              NO. CIS512

Learn to navigate the differences in the Windows VISTA operating system. Students should be comfortable with basic functions from earlier versions of Windows.

Date & Times: Wednesday, October 14, 6-9 p.m. (Ulrich)

Registration Fee:  $49

GETTING STARTED WITH WORD 2007                                        NO. CIS520

For those who have never used word processing or who know just enough to type and print a simple document. Covers using directories, naming and saving files, moving files, following print instructions, default document formatting, and adding document enhancements.

Date & Time: Wednesday, October 7, 6–9 p.m. (Ulrich)

Registration Fee: $49

USING WORD 2007                                                                          NO. CIS521

Explore one of the most popular word processing programs, Microsoft Word. Topics include changing document defaults; creating columns and tables; creating and editing headers and footers; inserting bullets, graphics, and watermarks; and text searches. Participants must be familiar with basic word processing and Windows concepts.

Dates & Times: 5 Wednesdays, October 21-November 18, 6–9 p.m. (Ulrich)

Registration Fee: $199

GETTING STARTED WITH EXCEL 2007                                       NO. CIS530

An overview of the popular Excel package—spreadsheet, database, and graphics. Topics include copying and moving data, making calculations, file management, and printing.

Date & Time: Monday, November 2, 6–9 p.m. (Ulrich)

Registration Fee: $49

USING EXCEL 2007                                                                      NO. CIS531

A hands-on course emphasizing financial planning and analysis using the Excel electronic spreadsheet. Topics include copying and moving data, file management, graphics, and formulas using built-in functions. Intended for those with limited Excel experience, the course should be particularly useful to those who need to store, query, and analyze large quantities of data.

Dates & Times: 4 Mondays, November 16-December 7, 6–9 p.m. (Ulrich)

Registration Fee: $179

GETTING STARTED WITH ACCESS 2007                                 NO. CIS540               

A quick start on the Microsoft Access database system--covers tables, queries, forms and reports. Emphasis will be on table design as well as Access capabilities and functions.  Participants must be familiar with Windows.

Date & Times: Tuesday, October 27, 6-9 p.m. (Welp)

Registration Fee:  $49

USING ACCESS 2007                                                                       NO. CIS541

A hands-on course emphasizing building and using your own databases using Microsoft Access. Topics include copying and moving data; importing data from other database programs such as dBase III, dBase IV and Foxpro; file management; graphics; and formulas using built‑in functions.  Intended for those with limited Access experience, the course should be particularly useful to those who need to store and query large quantities of data.

Dates & Times:  4 Tuesdays, November 10-December 8 (no class 11/24), 6-9 p.m. (Welp)

Registration Fee:  $179

GETTING STARTED WITH POWERPOINT 2007                                 NO. CIS550

Start-up basics for the popular presentation graphics package: how to design and develop text presentations from content outlines, adding clip art and scanned graphics, and editing the presentation master.

Date and Time:  Monday, September 28, 6-9 p.m. (Dauby)

Registration Fee:  $49

PREPARING A POWERPOINT PRESENTATION 2007                       NO. CIS551

Tips on using advanced PowerPoint functions to create an effective presentation: how to add animation and slide transitions, choose appropriate fonts and layouts, and create web pages and transparencies using PowerPoint slides.

Dates & Times: 2 Mondays, October 19 & 26, 6–8 p.m. (Dauby)

Registration Fee: $69

PROJECT MANAGEMENT WITH MICROSOFT PROJECT                  NO. CIS570

Do you need to manage projects more effectively? Do you need a uniform method of communicating project timelines and deliverables to your clients? If so, then our Microsoft Office Project 2007 class offers the information you need.  Microsoft Office Project 2007 gives you robust project-management tools with the right blend of usability, power, and flexibility, so you can manage projects more efficiently and effectively. Learn to better organize work and people to help ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget; easily present information in various formats; and set realistic expectations with project teams, management and customers using Office Project 2007 to build schedules, allocate resources and manage budgets.

Instructor:  Julie Ann Walker, Independent Consultant

Dates & Times: 5 Tuesdays, October 6-November 3, 6-9 p.m.

Location: Innovation Pointe, 318 Main Street, Downtown Evansville

Registration Fee:  $199

WHAT’S NEW WITH MICROSOFT EXCEL 2007                                 NO. CIS573

An overview of the new items in the Excel program, including an introduction to the new look, what the “ribbon” is, the Quick Access toolbar, and the Microsoft Office button.

Instructor: Julie Brauser, Training Consultant for USI’s Center for Human Resource Development

Date & Time: Wednesday, October 7, 4-5:00 p.m.

Location: Innovation Pointe Computer Lab, 318 Main Street, Evansville

Registration Fee: $29

WHAT’S NEW WITH MICROSOFT WORD 2007                                   NO. CIS572

An overview of the new items in the Word program, including an introduction to the new look, what the “ribbon” is, the Quick Access toolbar, and the Microsoft Office button.

Instructor: Julie Brauser, Training Consultant for USI’s Center for Human Resource Development

Date & Time: Wednesday, October 14, 4-5:00 p.m.

Location: Innovation Pointe Computer Lab, 318 Main Street, Evansville

Registration Fee: $29

Special fee for both courses: $49

GETTING STARTED WITH QUICKBOOKS   2007                      NO. CIS584               

Get control of your finances by learning the basic skills to maintain accounting records on QuickBooks.  Learn how to set up a QuickBooks file, answer the Easy Step Interview, write checks, make deposits and keep your bank balance.  Participants need a basic knowledge of the Windows operating system, such as how to move files, create folders or subdirectories, copy files to and from various storage media, and run applications. Bookkeeping knowledge suggested but not required.

Instructor: John Stevens, CPA, CMA, Financial Advisor
Dates & Times: 2 Wednesdays, October 21 & 28 6–9 p.m.
Location: Innovation Pointe, 318 Main Street, Downtown Evansville
Registration Fee: $99

USING QUICKBOOKS 2007 -  NO. CIS585     
Continue to develop basic skills and learn to maintain a company’s accounting records on QuickBooks, including setting up a chart of accounts, invoicing customers, receiving customer payments and making bank deposits, entering and paying vendor bills, reconciling bank statements, and generating financial statements and other reports. Payroll processing and inventory will not be covered in this course. Basic bookkeeping knowledge required.

Instructor: John Stevens, CPA, CMA, QuickBooks ProAdvisor
Dates & Times: 5 Wednesdays, November 4-December 9 (no class 11/25), 6–9 p.m.
Location: Innovation Pointe, 318 Main Street, Downtown Evansville
Registration Fee: $219

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