Emeritus Summer 2024 Schedule

Employment for Older Adults – Computer Training

 

Register for one level only within the computer courses. The levels/content areas are:

  • Basic Computer Training

  • Word Processing – Beginning

  • Word Processing – Intermediate

  • Data Management

  • Working with Photos

  • Working with Videos

  • Using the Internet and Internet Safety

Students will learn how to use computers confidently, and become familiar with basic concepts, terms and skills related to the Microsoft Windows Operating System and other software programs. Students will need a flash drive. Depending upon the instructor, a textbook may be used for this course. Your instructor will provide details.

OCC E00, Basic Computer Training (formerly Introduction to Computers)

This course is designed to assist students in accessing the world of computers and technology. Students acquire introductory computer skills, enabling them to interact with colleagues, family and friends and promote self-expression. Students learn about personal computers, improve technical vocabulary, review typing and mouse skills, conduct basic computer maintenance, and learn how to use computer special function keys.

Course Number: 9594 Time: 11 a.m.–12:50 p.m. FLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Simmonds A R

Course Number: 9595 Time: 9–10:50 a.m. MLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Woolen D W

PHOTO E00, Digital Photography I

This course assists older adults in selecting and using digital cameras. Older adults are encouraged to take photographs, keep photographic records, use photography as a means of self-expression, and share their vision and photographic experiences with others.

Course Number: 9598 Time: 9–10:50 a.m. TLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Cohen Ma ADigital photography for those who want to expand their photographic abilities. Novice digital photographers are welcome. Students will learn the use of both regular cameras and smartphones by studying camera settings and executing photo assignments. We also study the work of the masters to inspire our vision and creativity.

PHOTO E10, Digital Photography II

This course assists older adults in choosing and using modern technology for keeping photographic records of their family, friends, and travels, and helps them use photography as a means of self-expression. Older adults share their photographic visions with peers and other family members. Some emphasis is placed on documenting students’ family histories.

Course Number: 9599 Time: 1–2:50 p.m. MLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Rodriguez J ELearn about editing pictures. Basic photography class that will teach students the skill of using Adobe Photoshop.