Overview of personal computer systems including a brief history of today's personal computers, basic computer terminology, a survey of common operating systems, as well as an introduction to computer hardware and software.

This course provides an overview of the World Wide Web and email via such topics as the history of the internet, terminology security issues and how to perform basic searches on the Web to address business needs. Students are strongly encouraged to have a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Windows XP before registering for this class.

This introductory study of MS Windows XP will cover topics such as starting Windows, running programs, getting help, managing files and folders, locating files, customizing your Windows environment, using shortcuts and managing disks and storage space.

This course teaches proper keyboarding techniques to develop skills in the operation of the keyboard with a focused emphasis on accurately typing alphabet, number, and symbol keys by touch. Students are strongly encouraged to have a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Windows XP before registering for this class.

This course provides an introduction to word processing terminology, editing functions, formatting, and special text options to create, format, and edit basic business documents utilizing Microsoft Word 2003. Students are strongly encouraged to have a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Windows XP before registering for this class.

Learn what it takes to find and keep a job. Topics include standard applications for employment, interview procedures, working with placement agencies, personal appearance and attitudes, employer expectations and employer/employee relations.

This class is designed to introduce students to Microsoft Excel. Excel is a great financial tool to use and this class will enable students to create worksheets, calculate and compare numbers, revise data, create functions and formulas, create hyperlinks and much more. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, keyboarding skills or ability to demonstrate previous computer skills to instructor is required. Textbook and flash drive required.