Adult - Computer Class Descriptions

Read below for some brief information about the computer classes we offer. For specific dates and times please see our Library Calendar of Events.

Classes are open to anyone of high school age and older.

In-person registration is required. Stop by the 2nd Floor Information Desk to register.

EPL cardholders may register at any time until the beginning of class or until the class is filled (whichever comes first). If a class is not full seven days prior, registration will open to non-EPL cardholders. Classes are $10 each for EPL cardholders and $15 each for non-cardholders. The library reserves the right to cancel a computer class due to insufficient enrollment (less than five students). If a class is cancelled by the library, students will be notified at least 48 hours in advance and will be rescheduled or given a voucher for a future computer class. If a student must cancel, at least seven days notice is required. The student will either be rescheduled or given a class voucher at that time. Vouchers are good for 6 months. Refunds will not be given.

Intro to Computers 1 This class will familiarize you with the basic functioning and terminology of computers in order to make you more comfortable with personal computers. By the end of this class you should be able to:
• Turn the computer on and off
• Sign on to Elmhurst Public Library computers
• Identify the basic parts of most computers
• Use the mouse
• Use the desktop of the computer
• Understand how files are organized on a computer

Intro to Computers 2 Picking up where the first Intro to Computers class left off, this class will familiarize you with the basics of using common applications found on many computers, including the ones at the library. By the end of the session you will be familiar with:
• Starting programs
• Quitting programs
• Saving files
• Opening files
• Renaming files
• Deleting files

Internet Basics 1 This class will familiarize you with the World Wide Web—what it is, how to access it and some basics of how to use it. By the end of the session you will know:
• What the World Wide Web is
• How to get to a page on the World Wide Web
• How to do a basic search on the World Wide Web

Internet Basics 2 Building on skills and knowledge from Internet Basics 1, you
will learn more about searching, Internet security and Internet
privacy.

Using Email This class will familiarize you with electronic mail, how to get access to it and how to use it. By the end of the session you will:
• Know what e-mail is
• Have your own free, personal e-mail account
• Be able to send and receive e-mail messages
• Be familiar with terminology and functionality common to most free e-mail accounts.

Intro to Word This class will familiarize you with the basics of using Microsoft Word. By the end of this session you will know how to:
• Start Microsoft Word,
• Work with existing documents,
• Create a new document in Word,
• Type text into Word,
• Format and align text to make your document look appealing, and
• Print a document

Excel 1 This class will familiarize you with the basics of using Microsoft Excel, including:
• Worksheet basics
• Keyboard shortcuts
• Inserting and deleting columns, rows, and cells
• Formatting cells
• Formatting worksheets
• Printing and saving your worksheets

Excel 2 In this class you will become familiar with the following features of Microsoft Excel:
• Formatting columns and cells
• Using formulas in tables
• Using formulas between worksheets
• Sorting data in columns and rows
• Making charts and graphs from tables

Introduction to Powerpoint This class will familiarize you with the basics of using Microsoft PowerPoint. By the end of this session you will know how to:
• Start Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Work with existing slideshows.
• Create a new presentation in PowerPoint.
• Format slides to make your presentation look appealing.
• Insert text, images and action into Powerpoint
• Print and present a slideshow

Ebay 101 – Buying This class will familiarize you with the basics of Buying on eBay. By the end of the session, you will know how to:
• Search for an item to buy
• Watch an auction for an item
• Bid on an auction
• Select a payment process
You will also become aware of important Do’s and Don’ts for buyers on eBay.

Ebay 101 – Selling This class will familiarize you with the basics of selling on eBay including:
• Researching infromation about your item
• Creating the auction and description
• Including pictures
• Answering seller questions
• Invoices and receiving payment
• Shipping the item