Computer Classes
COMPUTER KEYBOARDING* Want to learn or brush up on your keyboarding skills? Need practice clicking the mouse and moving around the screen? In this class you will learn the computer keyboard keys and their functions. You will also increase your typing skills and become familiar with the basic operations of the computer. Pre-requisite: Desire to learn and have fun. Instructor: Kim Klose Location: Wesley Terrace Cost: $40 / 2 Classes Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 6/10-6/17, Tu 9-11am 7/10-7/17, Th 1-3pm
COMPUTER 1* Learn the basics of computers, what’s inside and how it works. There will be time for experimentation and play! Pre-requisite: Computer Keyboarding or keyboard knowledge. Instructor: Kim Klose Location: Wesley Terrace Cost: $25 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 6/24, Tu 9-11:30am 7/24, Th 1-3pm
COMPUTER 2* Now that you have mastered the basics, explore the other possibilities. Learn how to create, save and find files and try other programs such as MS Word, MS Excel and the Internet. Pre-requisite: Computer Keyboarding and Computer 1. Instructor: Kim Klose Location: Wesley Terrace Cost: $25 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 7/1, Tu 9-11:30am 7/31, Th 1-3:30pm
COMPUTER 3* Learn how to create documents and folders and how to work with each individually such as copying, cutting and pasting to save time. Also learn the basics of email accounts and more use with MS Word, Excel and the internet. Instructor: Kim Klose Location: Wesley Terrace Cost: $30 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 5/13, Tu 9-12pm 7/8, Tu 9-12pm 8/7, Th 1-4pm
COMPUTER 4* Learn how to customize your computer for you! This class breaks down Windows XP where you will learn how to customize your desktop, work with tool bars, the different features in the control panel and how to restore you computer to an earlier setting. Pre-requisite: Computer Keyboarding, Intro to Computers I and Intro to Computers II. Instructor: Kim Klose Location: Wesley Terrace Cost: $30 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time:’ 5/20 Tu 9-12pm 7/15, Tu 9-12pm 8/14, Th 1-4pm
*FOUNDATION CLASSES
COMPUTER MAINTENANCE Is your computer running slower everyday? Do you want to bring if back up to speed? This one day class will teach you simple techniques for consolidating files, and cleaning up your computer with Windows XP utilities. Instructor: Kim Klose Location: Wesley Terrace Cost: $25 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 7/17, Th 9am-11:30am
EBAY 101 eBay estimates there are 430,000 people who make their living on the auction website. Do you want to sell all your extra belongings and make some money? Learn how to buy and sell what you have and what others want. We will do hands on surfing to learn how it works and to get you started. Instructor: Kim Klose Location: Wesley Terrace Cost: $30 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 6/25, W 9-12pm 8/13, W 1-3pm
CRAIG'S LIST Craig's list is a great way to find anything you are looking for. earn how to navigate this resource to sell or buy something, look for a job or even an vacation home. Instructor: Kim Klose Location: Wesley Terrace Cost: $20 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 7/2, W 9-11am
NAVIGATING THE NET Learn to work the internet to find what you want. Also learn tips to block pop ups an unwanted sites. Instructor: Kim Klose Location: Wesley Terrace Cost: $20 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 7/22, Tu 1-3pm
PRINTERS & SCANNERS Do you have printing problems or questions about scanning? We can help! Join us to learn about printers and scanners and how they work. You will also learn techniques to troubleshoot common errors such as paperjams, ink cartridge replacement and reloading of drivers. Instructor: Kim Klose Location: Wesley Terrace Cost: $25 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 6/18, W 1-3:30pm 8/20, W 1-3:30pm
COMPUTER Q & A Join us and bring all your questions about computers you want to know. This class is free and designed to help educate anyone who is curious about them. Instructor: Chris Pauk / Kim Klose Location Wesley Terrace Cost: FREE Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 7/14, M 6-8pm
LAPTOPS Do you have a laptop that doesn’t seem to be working right or has to much stuff that you can’t make any sense of it? Join us with your laptops and we will work through your problems and show you simple fixes to make it work right for you. Instructor: Chris Pauk Location Wesley Terrace / DMAC Cost: $10 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 5/21, W 6-8pm 7/7, M 6-8pm 8/13, W 6-8pm
WIRELESS WORLD Do you have a cell phone but no clue how to use it for more that just a phone? Come with your cell phone and we will work with you to answer your questions and teach you techniques to organize it for you. Instructor: Chris Pauk Location Wesley Terrace Cost: $10 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 5/14, W 6-8pm 7/21, M 6-8pm
HOME NETWORKS Do want to learn about setting up a home network? Join us to discuss the basics and find what will work best for you. Instructor will cover different types of network hardware and configurations. Instructor: Chris Pauk Location Wesley Terrace / DMAC Cost: $10 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 8/4, M 6-8pm
MP3 PLAYERS Are you thinking about buying an MP3 player but you don’t know where to begin? We will discuss all models to find which one is best or you. Instructor will show how to download music from CD’s and how to purchase from the internet for you player. Instructor: Chris Pauk Location Wesley Terrace / DMAC Cost: $10 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 5/20, Tu 1-3pm 6/16, M 6-8pm
RETURN TO WORK TRAINING Are you re-entering the job market and want o brush up on your computer skills. Join us to learn the basics of MS Office programs Word, Excel, Power Point and Publisher. This class will us MS Office 2003. Instructor: Kim Klose Location Wesley Terrace Cost: $30 Enrollment: 4 min / 8 max Dates/Time: 6/25, W 1-4pm 8/13, W 9-12pm
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JOIN US in the fascinating world of computer technology!
Thanks to both the Des Moines Legacy Foundation and EC Computers we have 16 new and up-to-date computers. These computers are equipped with the latest software, Microsoft XP, and all other Microsoft programs, such as Word, Excel, Publisher and many more for you to learn.
Our centers are also equipped with color printers, color scanners, laser printers, CD Roms, Internet, email capabilities, and volunteers on hand to help you as needed.

- color printers
- color scanners
- laser printers
- CD Roms
- Internet
- email capabilities
- volunteers on hand to help you as needed
The Computer Centers are located at the Wesley Gardens building and the Wesley Terrace building.
Internet Services Access to the Internet is available at the Activity Center in our small classroom. Usage is available on a drop in, first come, first serve basis. You can send email, surf the net and much more. A printer is provided. There is no volunteer monitor at this location. There is a suggested donation of $1.00 per visit.
Open Lab Times: Wesley Gardens: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm *Lab times are subjest to change, please call Chris at the Activity Center at 206.870.6583 to see if the labs are open.
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Scholarships are available for all Activity Center classes, and day trips, no questions asked. Do no let lack of funds keep you from participating in our activities. For more information please call the Activity Center.
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