The TVLA Computer Skills program is up and running! We teach essential computer skills at the Basic and Intermediate levels. Our 12-session curriculum is described below; you can also work away at your own pace, if you prefer.

Basic Computers

• Basics: Using Windows, organizing files and troubleshooting common problems
• Word Processing: Learn to write, edit, format and save documents on Microsoft Word
• Spreadsheets: Organizing tables and numbers on Microsoft Excel
• Internet: Surfing the Web, searching for information and avoiding scams.
• Email: Students will set up and learn to use Web-based email accounts

Objective: Students should understand how to comfortably use a computer for basic tasks, such as study or recreation.

Intermediate Computers

• Spreadsheets: Using formulas and graphs.
• Desktop Publishing: Creating documents that use words, images, and special elements together on Microsoft Publisher or Microsoft Word.
• Presentations: Using Microsoft PowerPoint to create slide presentations.
• Databases: Basic database concepts on Microsoft Access
• Internet- Special Topics: Planned: Using the Internet for research and social media such as Facebook. Topics will change based on student needs and interests.

Objective: Students should be able to perform basic computer tasks in an office environment, or move forward to additional continuing education courses.

Contact us to register. Call or read our courses and programs updates for more information including start times.