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COMPUTER CLASSES


Classes are free and open to all Williamson County Public Library card-holders in good standing.
  • Register online
  • Stop by the Reference Desk
  • No telephone reservations accepted
Class participants must know:
  • Prior to attending Introduction to the Computer class, how to use a keyboard and mouse
  • Prior to attending all other classes, how to open and close a program
  • Prior to attending all other classes, how to find and use menus and scroll bars
  • Practice keyboard and mouse skills
Registration for the holiday season begins Monday October 24 at 9:00 am for the following classes.
  • Classes run from 2:00-4:00 pm unless otherwise noted
  • Register online or stop by the Reference Desk
  • No telephone reservations accepted
November 10 (Thursday) Introduction to Twitter **5:30-7:30 pm** Register Online for Twitter
November 15 (Tuesday) Introduction to the Computer
November 17 (Thursday) Introduction to the Internet
December 6 (Tuesday) Introduction to Microsoft Excel I
December 8 (Thursday) Introduction to Yahoo! Email **10:00-12:00**
December 13 (Tuesday) Introduction to Microsoft Excel II
Specific computer classes offered include:

Introduction to Yahoo! Email Introduction to email – featuring Yahoo! Learn how to create and manage a Yahoo! email account. You must either have or want to get a Yahoo Email account for this class to be useful to you. **For assistance with other email service providers, please call to schedule a one-on-one appointment.

Introduction to Digital Photography: What's the difference between film & digital? How to get pictures from the camera to the computer & editing pictures using Picnik.com free online services.

Introduction to the Computer: Learn the basics of using your computer to surf the Internet in a fun class! This class is for persons with limited experience and use of computers. Participants will learn the basic components of the computer and the Windows operating system.

Introduction to the Internet: Confused about getting started on the Information Highway? Tangled in the World Wide Web? Learn about the Internet and take the first step into cyberspace @ your library! Participants will learn about and gain a basic understanding of:the function and structure of the Internet and the World Wide Web, search engines and strategies, Internet terminology, hyperlinks and how they make the web possible, ways to connect to the Internet, simple searching, and how to locate interesting and useful websites. *Prerequisites:"Introduction to the Computer" or the equivalent skills.

Introduction to Twitter: Learn about Twitter, its components, and how to create and manage your own account. Step-by-step account creation included in this class. If you want a Twitter account, this class will be beneficial to you.

Introduction to Microsoft Word I: This class is for people with limited experience using word processing software. Participants will learn the basic MS Word tools, how to type a paper or letter using Word, how to save documents to a disc, basic formatting commands including setting margins, selecting and modifying text, cutting and pasting text, and how to open and save documents. Participants will also learn multiple ways of completing particular tasks using MS Word. This is not a typing or keyboarding class. *Prerequisites: "Introduction to the Computer" or the equivalent skills.

Introduction to Microsoft Word II: This class is for people with some experience using word processing software. Participants will learn how to insert clip art, create lists, make columns, format paragraphs and draw tables. This is not a typing or keyboarding class. *Prerequisites: "Introduction to the Computer" or the equivalent skills.

Introduction to Facebook Pages: Did you know that the average Facebook user connects to 80 community pages, groups and events? One of those connections could be you, your business or organization. A Facebook 'fan' page can be a wonderful way to market and communicate with your target audience. Come learn how to set up a page, some basic tips and fun ways to use Facebook to promote yourself, your business or organization in this free class. Participants will need a Facebook profile if they want to set up a fan page in the class.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel I: This class will show participants how to recognize and create a basic spreadsheet; basic formatting (alignment, numbers, font style and size); sorting your spreadsheet; printing and saving your work. *Prerequisites: "Introduction to the Computer" or equivalent skills; experience with Microsoft Word is preferred.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel II: This class is for participants with some experience with basic spreadsheets. This class will show participants how to use basic equations and formulas as well as cell references. *Prerequisites: "Introduction to the Computer" or equivalent skills; "Introduction to MS Excel" or equivalent skills; experience with Microsoft Word is preferred.

My Library Account: Learn how to make better use of your library account: how to reserve books, search for books, how to keep a list of books you've read, and receive email notifications about new books.

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint: This class will show participants how to create a PowerPoint slide show, how to change the slide background and colors and how to add clip art and sounds to their presentations.*Prerequisites: "Introduction to the Computer" or equivalent skills, experience with Microsoft Word is preferred.

Introduction to Online Searching: How to search the Internet and World Wide Web using search tools, browsers, and other tips for getting the best search results possible. Prerequisites: Introduction to the Computer or equivalent skills*

Introduction to Facebook Profile:This class covers creating an individual profile, networking, privacy settings, creating an avatar, navigation, applications & status updates.


Individualized Computer TutoringClick the arrow to return to the top of the page.

Main Library Reference staff offer individualized computer instruction.
  • 30-minute one-on-one tutorial sessions
  • computer assistance customized to fit your needs
Ideal for learning how to create
  • an email account
  • managing and maximizing your library account
  • learning to use electronic library resources
  • refreshing your Microsoft Office skills
Call the Reference Department at (615) 595-1243 for more information or to schedule a session.

Preparation for Computer Classes

Participants need to be:
  • familiar with the keyboard
  • have some experience using the mouse
  • know how to open and close a program
  • and how to find and use the menu and scroll bars
  • a mouse tutorial is available on public computers at the library
Mousing Websites:
In addition, there are several websites available that offer instruction on the use of a mouse and keyboard.

Michigan's Library Network Cooperative: New User Tutorial

California's Palm Beach County Library System: Mousing Around, Mousercise, Mouse Practice Games

Arizona's Mesa Public Library: Computer Mouse and Keyboard Tutorial

General online tutorial from "Goodtyping": Goodtyping.com


We recommend practicing computer basics before attending a class. Click the arrow to return to the top of the page.

Hands on computer literacy websites
:

Jan's Illustrated Computer Literacy 101.
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Basic computer and windows terminology:

Jan's Working with Windows Glossary is an alphabetically arranged list of computer terms and phrases. If you don't see the word or phrase that you are looking for, use your browser's "Find" command to search for it within this glossary.