Computers 101- Computer Classes

It takes seven repetitions for the average adult to obtain a new skill. For this reason our classes are small and 100% hands-on. In addition, a lot of repetition and plenty of assignments for practice at home.

Every person has a unique learning style, there are audio, visual, or kinesthetic learners. With our extensive experience, trainer’s can intuitive identify a students learning style. Our teaching methods are not simply to pitch the information but to present the instruction in different method as to touch everyone’s style of learning and guarantee gain of skill and knowledge.

Computer Classes

The Valley’s Computer Teacher, knows computers and has a lot of patience. It is a small classroom setting with computers and Internet to get the personal instruction you need. Hands-on, instructor-led computer training in all Microsoft Office products and more. Computers 101 is a private institution, which places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. We pride ourselves in our curriculum and teachers.

All courses meet certification requirements for Texas Teachers. Computers 101 is registered and certified by the Texas Education Agency.

The following is our complete course list and a brief description. Please note that every session is four hours long. After completion of all sessions, a course certificate will be awarded.

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Complete Course List:
Computer Basics (Windows XP or Windows Vista)
Internet Basics
Word 2003 or Word 2007
PowerPoint 2003 or PowerPoint 2007
Excel 2003 or Excel 2007
Access 2003 or Access 2007
Publisher 2003 or Publisher 2007
Outlook 2005 or Outlook 2007
FrontPage 2000 or FrontPage 2003
QuickBooks 2007 or QuickBooks 2008
How to Buy/Sell on E-Bay

COMP 101: Computer Basics (Windows XP or Windows Vista)
Prerequisite: NONE
This class is our most requested computer training course. Students who know absolutely nothing about the computer, are taught the fundamentals that cover the very basics to progressively advanced features such as how to operate and use the management components that come with your Windows computer. Students learn to use a mouse, menus, cut, copy, paste, rename, create folders and etc., to advanced features like to create user accounts, defragmenter, uninstall programs and more.
Learning Outcome of Course: Student will learn how to operate and control their Windows operating system.
To Complete Course: Session 1, Session 2, Session 3, Session 4
Total Class Hours: 4 Sessions/16 Hours (Meet Once A Week for Four Weeks)
CPE Credits: 16
Outline of Course: Available at computer training facility

COMP 102: Internet/E-Mail Basics
Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience
This class is our second most requested computer training course. This course covers the fundamentals of the Internet and its most important features, such as how to find someone online, booking flights, how to get a free credit report and lots more. We participate on special interest discussions, bulletins, blogs, chat rooms and other social networks. In addition, you learn how to use Email and all of its features. Some components include: setting up your own email account, send, receive, forward, and delete emails. We also cover advanced items such as; calendar, tasks, automatic responds and much more.
Learning Outcome of Course: Student will learn how to use the Internet and E-Mail appropriately and use most of its key capabilities.
To Complete Class: Session 1, Session 2, Session 3
Total Class Hours: 3 Sessions/12 Hours (Meet Once A Week for Three Weeks)
CPE Credits: 12
Outline of Course: Available at computer training facility

COMP 103: Word 2003 or Word 2007
Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience

This class covers all of the components from MS Word, which is a full featured word processing program. This class begins with the very basics of Word to intermediate and advanced features.
Learning Outcome of Course: The goal is to learn how to use MS Word to create professional documents such as announcements, letters, memos, reports and many other types of documents.
To Complete Class: Session 1, Session 2, Session 3, Session 4, Session 5
Total Class Hours: 5 Sessions/20 Hours (Meet Once A Week for Four Weeks)
CPE Credits: 20
Outline of Course: Available at computer training facility

COMP 104: PowerPoint 2003 or PowerPoint 2007
Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience
This class covers all of the components from MS PowerPoint, which is a graphical presentation software. This class begins with the very basics of PowerPoint to intermediate and advanced features.
Learning Outcome of Course: The goal is to learn how to use MS PowerPoint to create professional presentations.
To Complete Class: Session 1, Session 2, Session 3
Total Class Hours: 3 Sessions/12 Hours (Meet Once A Week for Three Weeks)
CPE Credits: 12
Outline of Course: Available at computer training facility

COMP 105: Excel 2003 or Excel 2007
Prerequisite: Computer Basics & Word 2003; or equivalent experience
This class covers all of the components from MS Excel, which is a powerful spreadsheet software. This class begins with the very basics of Excel to intermediate and advanced features.
Learning Outcome of Course: The goal is to learn how to use MS Excel to create spreadsheets to organize data, complete calculations, make decisions, graph data, develop professional looking report and more.
To Complete Class: Session 1, Session 2, Session 3, Session 4, Session 5
Total Class Hours: 5 Sessions/20 Hours (Meet Once A Week for Five Weeks)
CPE Credits: 20
Outline of Course: Available at computer training facility

COMP 106: Access 2003 or Access 2007
Prerequisite: Computer Basics & Word 2003; or equivalent experience
This class covers all of the components from MS Access, which is a database software. This class begins with the very basics of Access to intermediate and advanced features.
Learning Outcome of Course: The goal is to learn how to use MS Access, to create an work with a database and be able to find, organize, update, and report information stored in a database.
To Complete Class: Session 1, Session 2, Session 3, Session 4, Session 5
Total Class Hours: 5 Sessions/20 Hours (Meet Once A Week for Five Weeks)
CPE Credits: 20
Outline of Course: Available at computer training facility

COMP 107: Publisher 2003 or Publisher 2007
Prerequisite: Computer Basics & Word 2003; or equivalent experience
This class covers all of the components from MS Publisher, which is a desktop publishing software. This class begins with the very basics of Publisher to intermediate and advanced features.
Learning Outcome of Course: The goal is to learn how to use MS Publisher to create professional looking publications and marketing material in house.
To Complete Class: Session 1, Session 2, Session 3
Total Class Hours: 3 Sessions/12 Hours (Meet Once A Week for Three Weeks)
CPE Credits: 12
Outline of Course: Available at computer training facility

COMP 108: Outlook 2003 or 2007
Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience
This class covers all of the components from MS Outlook, which is a messaging and personal information management software. This class begins with the very basics of Outlook to intermediate and advanced features.
Learning Outcome of Course: The goal is to learn how to use MS Outlook to manage personal information such as email, calendars, contacts, tasks, to-do lists, and documents or files on the hard drive.
To Complete Class: Session 1, Session 2, Session 3
Total Class Hours: 3 Sessions/12 Hours (Meet Once A Week for Three Weeks)
CPE Credits: 12
Outline of Course: Available at computer training facility

COMP 109: FrontPage 2000/2003
Prerequisite: Computer Basics & Word 2003; or equivalent experience
This class covers all of the components from MS FrontPage, which is a web authoring software. This class begins with the very basics of FrontPage to intermediate and advanced features.
Learning Outcome of Course: The goal is to learn how to use MS FrontPage to create professional web sites.
To Complete Class: Session 1, Session 2, Session 3, Session 4
Total Class Hours: 4 Sessions/16 Hours (Meet Once A Week for Four Weeks)
CPE Credits: 16
Outline of Course: Available at computer training facility

COMP 110: Intuit QuickBooks 2005/2007/2008
Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience
This class covers all of the components from Intuit QuickBooks, which is the most popular small business accounting software. This class begins with the very basics of QuickBooks to intermediate and advanced features.
Learning Outcome of Course: The goal is to learn how to use Intuit QuickBooks in your new, future or current business, as a complete financial management and bookkeeping software.
To Complete Class: Session 1, Session 2, Session 3, Session 4, Session 5
Total Class Hours: 5 Sessions/20 Hours (Meet Once A Week for Five Weeks)
CPE Credits: 20
Outline of Course: Available at computer training facility

COMP 111: How to Buy/Sell on E-Bay
Prerequisite: Computer Basics & Internet Basics; or equivalent experience
This class covers details on how to sell and how to buy on E-Bay.
Learning Outcome of Course: The goal is to learn how to buy and sell on E-Bay.
To Complete Class: Session 1
Total Class Hours: 1 Session/4 Hours (Meet Once)
CPE Credits: 4
Outline of Course: Available at computer training facility

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Computer Classes

COMP 103: Word 2003 or Word 2007 Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience

COMP 103: Word 2003 or Word 2007
Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience