Computer Classes

These courses are tailor-made for you

Classes are tailored for you. A $20.00 per program fee includes instruction and materials. Parking can be arranged for $5.00 per day. Call the Center for reservations or if you have any questions. Class space is limited to 15 participants. Classes are taught on Windows PC computers. However, Mac uses are welcome as the differences, as they apply to the coursework, are explained in each session.

Social Networking on the Internet

Next Session TBA
Course fee: $20

If you have not yet, you will likely soon hear about social networking websites like Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, Flickr, LinkedIn and others. The most recent political season showed the importance of blog (web log) sites as new media sources. Television networks like CNN have completely integrated this technology into some broadcasts. With the future status of print media unknown, one may find social networking a very good option for gathering and reading news. This two-session course will define social networking, introduce you to some of the most popular and useful sites, and show you how to find the information important to you.

For questions or reservations:

• Email: ucbrc@berkeley.edu
• Or call the Center at (510) 642-5461 to reserve your space

Web 1.0– Internet Basics (two sessions)

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This class is designed to help you with the basics of the Internet, including how to use browsers and search engines, the tools used to navigate and find information on the web. This class also includes basic web security information.
Prerequisite: Ability to use the mouse and keyboard.

Microsoft Word –Beyond the Basics (two sessions)

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This class will take you beyond an introduction to this popular program. The class will help you improve your skills in editing and page layout, as well as give you an introduction to the tools needed to use Excel to create mailing lists (“mail merge”).
Prerequisite: Completion of the Center’s Advanced Basics Class

Web 2.0– Beyond the Basics (two sessions)

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This class is designed to help you get beyond the basics, including exposure to intermediate level search skills and the use of Web 2.0 sites (customized information sites, some web-based email, shared bookmark and news sites, and social networking sites). Prerequisite: Completion of the Center’s Web 1.0 class

For questions or reservations:

• Email: ucbrc@berkeley.edu
• Or call the Center at (510) 642-5461 to reserve your space.

Genealogy 101—How to Research Your Family History Online (two sessions)

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This class will cover the basic principles of online genealogy as well as how to use free resources on the Internet to help you begin and/or expand your family tree. You will learn to unearth and decipher pockets of information nestled in the most surprising places. Bring your questions and family history!
Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using the computer to browse the Internet.

Crossing the Digital Divide (There is no fee for this class.)

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Confused by all the different options available in today's digital gadget market? This interactive session conduced by The Scholar's Workstation will introduce you to the major issues involved in buying computers and other digital gear, including Windows PCs and Macintosh (Mac), podcasting, digital cameras, printers, storage devices and more.

See the Crossing the Digital Divide Video (click to view YouTube Video) shot during the August 2, 2007 class.