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Computer Classes

 

 

One-On-One Computer Help
By appointment.  

Call 203-574-8225 or visit the Reference Desk at the main library to schedule your appointment.

Have a tablet, but don’t know how to use it? Need to figure out how to set up an email account? Wondering how to use the library’s Wi-Fi? Want to learn how to use our online resources?  Schedule a 30-minute appointment with one of our librarians to learn the basics of computer technology.

 


       

Computer Basics, Part 1
Tuesday, June 20, 1:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom 

Learn to turn the computer on and off.  Learn to use the keyboard, the mouse, how to open and close applications, and how to save documents.

 


       

Computer Basics, Part 2
Tuesday, June 27, 1:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom 

Learn how to use files and folders to organize your work.

 


       

Introduction to MS Word, Part 1
Tuesday, July 11, 1:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom 

Learn how to open a document and save it.  Learn about the ribbon, groups, font, and paragraph tools.

 


       

Introduction to MS Word, Part 2
Tuesday, July 18, 1:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom 

Learn how to edit a document, and how to use the "save as" feature.  We will learn to insert pictures, and tables.  Learn about document orientation, creating columns, and setting margins.           

 


       

Introduction to the Internet
Tuesday, July 25, 1:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom

Learn what the internet is and how to use it.  Learn about browsers, searching the internet, and internet security.  The internet allows us to connect to resources all over the world.  Learn how to do it from your computer, tablet, or laptop.

 


       

Staying Safe on the Internet
Tuesday, August 1, 1:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom 

Learn how to protect your identity when searching for information on the internet.

 


       

Learn Keyboarding Skills
Tuesday, August 8, 1:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom 

Learn how to improve your typing skills for more accuracy and speed!  Bring your library card and your password to access the resources used in this class.

 


       

iPhone Basics
Tuesday, August 15, 1:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom

Bring your iPhone and learn how to use it!

 

 


       

Android Phone Basics
Tuesday, August 22, 1:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom

Bring your android phone and learn how to use it!

 

 


 

Classes held at the Waterbury Senior Center, 1985 East Main Street, Waterbury, CT 

Call Debra at the Waterbury Senior Center at 203-574-6746 to reserve a space.

Computer classes held at the Senior Center are specifically for seniors.  They are made possible through the Waterbury B.R.A.S.S. program, a collaboration between the City of Waterbury, Connecticut Community Foundation, New Opportunities, Inc., and the Western Connecticut Area on Aging.  All Waterbury seniors ages 60 and over are welcome to participate.