For more information about non-credit classes, please contact the advising center at 812-888-4451 or send an email to Tom Konkle at tkonkle@vinu.edu.
CAC 101 Introduction to Computers
The first step in the series of Computer Application Certificate courses, you will learn the basic components of a personal computer, common computer terminology, and mouse operations. In addition, you will be instructed in how to communicate using Windows XP, launch an application program, create documents using WordPad/Notepad, Paint, and Calculator, manage files, documents, and folders, how to use the software applications that come with Windows XP, how to maximize your hard drive, and ways to keep your computer free of viruses. No textbook will be required. The instructor, Tony Spitz, has AAS, BS, and Masters Degrees in computer programming and information systems. He spent five years teaching postsecondary computer courses ranging from introductory to some of the most advanced offered by Vincennes University. He also has Fifteen years of industry experience coupled with an additional six years of computer and electronic operations.
When: 2 Tuesdays and 1 Thursday, 5/20/2008-5/27/2008
Time: 6:30-9:30 PM
Where: LRC (VU Library), Room 104
Cost: $49
CAC 108 Beginning Microsoft Word XP
Students that have completed CAC 101 Introduction to Computers or COMP 101 Using Windows Environment can take this second-level class. Keyboarding skills are needed. Included will be creating and editing a document, manipulating and linking document text, document and paragraph formatting, previewing and printing documents, developing tables, and creating envelopes and labels. The instructor, Teresa Tegeler, is an adjunct faculty member in the Information Technology Department. The text is Microsoft Word 2002-Illustrated Complete by Jennifer Duffy, Carol Cram, ISBN 0-619-04526-4 Ó 2002.
When: 3 Tuesdays and 3 Thursdays, 6/12/2008-7/1/2008
Time: 6:30-9:30 PM
Where: LRC (VU Library), Room 104
Cost: $89
CAC 109 Beginning Microsoft Excel XP
Students that have completed CAC 108 Microsoft Word can take this third-level class. Learn the concepts and commands needed to develop Excel spreadsheets, using Excel XP. You will learn how to create, print and distribute worksheets, format and edit worksheets, and calculate data. The text is Microsoft Excel 2002-Illustrated Complete by Reding, Lynne Wermers, ISBN 0-619-04505-1 Ó 2002.
Instructor: Teresa Tegeler
When: 3 Mondays and 3 Wednesdays, 7/30/2008-8/18/2008
Time: 6:30-9:30 PM
Where: LRC (VU Library), Room 104
Cost: $89
CAC 111 Introduction to Windows XP
This course will cover the basic skills and concepts needed to use a computer. You will learn how to work with text, pictures, photos, sound, music, DVD, Interactive TV, and video. The course will teach you how to create shortcuts, customize the interface, and take full advantage of the Internet. Whether you are a novice or an experienced computer user, you will learn about the power of this dynamic operating system
Instructor: Tony Spitz
When: 2 Mondays, 6/2/2008 & 6/9/2008
Time: 6:30-9:30 PM
Where: LRC (VU Library), Room 104
Cost: $39
CAC 112 Introduction to the Internet
You’ve heard about “surfing the Internet.” Now you can surf to explore news, on-line shopping, and government sites. You will learn how to conduct searches to find sites of interest such as gardening, home design, genealogy, history, animals, and finance. You will open your own e-mail and MSN Messenger chat accounts and learn chat and e-mail etiquette. In addition you will learn how to mark your favorite sites, explore public chats, and how to download free files such as games, screensavers, desktop themes, and application demos. No textbook required. The instructor will use handouts.
Instructor: Tony Spitz
When: 2 Wednesdays, 6/4/2008 & 6/11/2008
Time: 6:30-9:30 PM
Where: LRC (VU Library), Room 104
Cost: $39
CAC 113 Beginning Microsoft Access XP
Students that have completed CAC 109 Microsoft Excel can take this fourth level class. You will learnthe basics of Access to organize, store, and retrieve data, query a database using the Select Query Window, and integrate Excel worksheet data into an Access database. The text is Microsoft Access 2002-Illustrated Complete by Lisa Friedrichsen, ISBN 0-619-04508-6 Ó 2002.
Instructor: Tony Spitz
When: 3 Mondays and 3 Wednesdays, 7/9/2008-7/28/2008
Time: 6:30-9:30 PM
Where: LRC (VU Library), Room 104
Cost: $89
CAC 115 Beginning Microsoft Outlook XP
Microsoft Office Outlook XP provides an integrated solution for managing your time and information, connecting across boundaries, and remaining in control of the information that reaches you. MS Outlook XP delivers innovations you can use to quickly search your communications, organize your work, and better share your information with others — all from one place.
Instructor: Tony Spitz
When: 3 Thursdays, 7/10/2008-7/24/2008
Time: 6:30-9:30 PM
Where: LRC (VU Library), Room 104
Cost: $49
CAC 117 Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 (XP)
Learn to use Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 (2002 and XP are the same). PowerPoint is presentation software that is used to create professional slides to enhance any type of speaking engagement. This software is fun to use and helps to bring out creativity in anyone’s presentation. This course will provide a hands-on introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2002. Students will learn how to create, modify, and enhance a presentation, create charts, embed and link objects, and use advanced features. The textbook is Microsoft PowerPoint 2002-Illustrated Introductory by David Beskeen, ISBN 0-619-04535-3 Ó 2002.
Instructor: Tony Spitz
When: 3 Mondays and 3 Wednesdays, 6/16/2008-7/2/2008
Time: 6:30-9:30 PM
Where: LRC (VU Library), Room 104
Cost: $89
CAC 220 Computer and Internet Security
Are you overwhelmed by the thought of someone accessing your personal computer and compromising vital personal information? Do you find the whole idea of computer viruses, worms, and other digital intrusions into your life unsettling? Do you find the task of protecting your computer to be extremely daunting? Confused by firewalls and antivirus programs? Worried about your children including personal information on MySpace/Facebook and participation in chat rooms? If so, then you should consider taking this course. Let Tony Spitz simplify the problems of and solutions to these issues. This class will teach you how to keep your computer safe from spyware, intrusion, viruses, spam and more. For laptop/PC home and/or business users.
Instructor: Tony Spitz
When: 2 Tuesdays & 2 Thursdays, 5/29/2008-6/10/2008
Time: 6:30-9:30 PM
Where: LRC (VU Library), Room 140
Cost: $69
|
