Basic Computer Literacy
Students will learn basic computer skills (using the keyboard and mouse, basic word processing, printing, searching the Internet, e-mail, formatting text, graphics, and more) while they practice English in a multi-level classroom.
Green Valley Center, Room 8, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon & Tue 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Reyes
Session 1: Jan 10 - Mar 13 (no class 1/16, 2/20) $40
Session 2: Mar 20 - May 29 (no class 4/2 - 4/9, 5/28) $40
Computer Repair/Upgrade Open entry - Start anytime!
Build and bring home a computer when you take this class. Add or replace printers, software, scanners, CD/DVD Drives and memory. Learn virus, spyware detection and removal, file and data transfer from one computer to another. Network your home, file and printer sharing and go wireless. Learn to maintain your computer system. Remote into your family's station help. Work with both Notebooks and Desktops.
Green Valley Center, Room 9, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Session 1: Tues 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. $115 Wales
Jan 10 - Mar 13
Session 2: Tues 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (no class 4/3)
Mar 20- May 29
Session 1: Sat 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon $100
Jan 21 - Mar 24 (no class 2/18, 3/17)
Session 2: Sat 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Mar 31 - May 19 (no class 4/7)
Introduction to Computers
A fun, low-stress introduction to computers for complete beginners. Learn how to use the Windows 7 operating system and all the basics to get you started with word processing and file management. You will also learn how to use a portable thumb drive.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon & Wed 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Hampton
Feb 6 - Mar 14 $65 (no class 2/20)
Introduction to Digital Photography I and II
Get started in this fascinating new field. Learn how to choose the best camera for your needs and use the basic controls, take great photos, download into a computer, organize and label your photos in a photo archive program, use Photoshop Elements, quick fix software to enhance your images and print your photos. Recommended prerequisite: Introduction to Computers or equivalent skills.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tues 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Hampton
Photo I:
Feb 7 - Mar 13 $50
Photo II:
Mar 27 - May 22 (no class 4/3)
Introduction to Email and the Internet
Learn how to use Microsoft Explorer to explore places of interest on the World Wide Web and use search engines to find specific information. We will also try out Google Earth and start an email account, send attachments and learn how to screen mail and keep it organized. Recommended prerequisite: Introduction to Computers/Windows or equivalent skills.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon & Wed 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Hampton
Mar 26 - May 9 (no class 4/2, 4/4, 4/9) $65
Microsoft Excel 2010
Learn all the basics of spreadsheet management, design, layout, formulas and practical applications for work and home.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon & Wed 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Staff
Feb 27 - Mar 26 (no class 3/19) $85
Microsoft Powerpoint 2010
The latest Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 helps anyone to create professional-looking presentations. Learn the new ribbon interface and other changes.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon & Wed 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Staff
Apr 16 - May 9 $85
Microsoft Word 2010
The latest Microsoft Word 2010 helps anyone to create professional-looking content more quickly than ever before. Learn from the basics to create and share great-looking documents by combining a comprehensive set of writing tools with easy-to-use interfaces.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon & Wed 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Staff
Jan 23 - Feb 15 $85
Office Skills Computer Class Open Entry-Start Anytime Prepare yourself for an office job
Even if you have never used a computer, we can teach you word processing, email, internet, spreadsheets, how to manage databases, make sales presentations, accounting and bookkeeping, using MS Office 2010 and Windows 7. Learn to keep a company’s books using QuickBooks Premier 2011
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Carroll
Session 1: Jan 10 - Mar 16 (no class 1/16, 2/17, 2/20) $225
Session 2: Mar 20 - Jun 1 (no class 4/2 - 4/9, 5/28) $225
Tues & Thurs 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Files
Session 1: Jan 10 - Mar 15 $160
Session 2: Mar 20 - May 31 (no class 4/3, 4/5) $160
Website Design - Create and Edit Your Own Website
Explores computer based tools used in the design, creation, and editing of websites. Learn basic HTML codes, preparing graphics for the web, tables, grids, fonts, basic page layout, and site navigation. Creating, saving, and uploading files, modifying existing web sites, and creating your own file can be learned. Choose a web hosting service. Basic computer knowledge is expected. Taught on PCs, but applicable to Macintosh.
Green Valley Center, Room 9, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Thurs 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Wales
Session 1: Jan 12 - Mar 15 $110
Session 2: Mar 22 - May 31 (no class 4/5) $110
WIN Career Readiness
WIN Career Readiness Courseware is an innovative program designed to help students build the skills necessary to get their desired job. The courseware is used in conjunction with the WorkKeys assessment to help students improve and certify their skills.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Carroll
Jan 10 - Jun 1 ( no class 1/16, 2/17, 2/20, 4/2 - 4/9, 5/28) $225
WorkKeys
WorkKeys is the leading job skills assessment system in the nation, measuring real world fundamental skills that are critical to job success. Some employers use the system to determine hiring qualifications.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Every Friday 1:00 p.m. Fuentes
(no testing 2/17, 4/6) $60
