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Garden City Classes

September 2008
Tuesday, September 9, 2008 – 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Overview:
learn how to keep your computer running at its peak performance.

At Workshop Completion:
You will leave with the knowledge of how to successfully manage unwanted messages in your primary mailbox and force them into sub-folders you will have created. You will know how to engage "proxy access" and how to create rules for different circumstances, such as when you'll be out of the office.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008 – 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Overview:
This workshop is designed to help attendees learn what's new and what's changed in the latest MS Office Suite.

At Workshop Completion:
You will gain the basics of the changes in the new office suite.
Friday, September 12, 2008 – 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Overview:
In this workshop, you will learn techniques required to produce basic text documents using Microsoft Office Word 2007.

At Workshop Completion:
Upon completion of this workshop, you will be able to create a basic document by using Microsoft Word 2007, edit documents by locating and modifying text and paragraphs, add tables to a document and control a document's page setup and its overall appearance.
File & Folder Management: H and I drive
Friday, September 19, 2008 –10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Overview:
This workshop will focus on the procedures for creating a folder structure to keep your computer files organized.

At Workshop Completion:
You will know how to efficiently make folders and subfolders, and learn the best ways to name your files and folders in a way to keep them organized. You will know what the network H: and I: drives are and how to use them. You will also know how to use the NetStorage function of eCampus.
Setting up and Running Microsoft Update
Friday, September 26, 2008 –3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Overview:
Learn how to keep your computer up to date with the latest Windows security patches and software enhancements using Microsoft Update.

At Workshop Completion:
You will know how to run Windows update to keep all of your Microsoft products current with security patches and software enhancements.

October 2008
Microsoft Excel 2007: Basics
Friday, October 3, 2008 – 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Overview:
 Learn how to create a simple spreadsheet and use basic Excel functions.

At Workshop Completion:
You will know how to create a basic spreadsheet in Microsoft Excel. In addition you will be able to enter and use a basic formula, format the spreadsheet, use all the basic functions, save, and print out your spreadsheet.
Friday, October 10, 2008 – 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Overview:
This workshop will focus on computer network security concepts and practices which introduce common security threats and issues, as well as ways that you can counteract them. Participants will identify and apply these techniques to common job activities.

At Workshop Completion:
You will come away with knowledge that can be used both at work and at home. You will be able to identify email security threats, correctly install and run antivirus software; secure your data with periodic backups; and maintain file security. We will also cover how your information can be stolen from your computer; Internet browser security, especially with online banking; how to identify instant-messaging hazards; and websites where predators are known to frequent.
Friday,October 17, 2008 – 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Overview:
This workshop will focus on how your PDA and GroupWise account interact. We will also teach best practices on PDA security.

At Workshop Completion:
You will be able to gain access to your GroupWise account through your PDA, know how to properly synchronize your GroupWise calendar, and learn best practices on PDA security. You will also become familiar with Adelphi wireless requirements if your device has the capability.
Friday, October 24, 2008 – 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Overview:
This workshop will empower you to reap the benefits of properly archiving email messages so that your inbox is less cluttered and you can always find what you need. You will also learn how to set up a proxy to another email address, create a rule for bulk mail, and create vacation rules.

At Workshop Completion:
This workshop will empower you to reap the benefits of properly archiving email messages so that your inbox is less cluttered and you can always find what you need. You will also learn how to set up a proxy to another email address, create a rule for bulk mail, and create vacation rules.
Thursday, October 30, 2008 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Overview:
Learn various advanced techniques of Excel 2007 that will improve office productivity when using spreadsheets.

At Workshop Completion:
You will be able to make your existing spreadsheets perform better with the creation of simple calculation formulas of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. You will be able to create a comparison data spreadsheet and create charts with your data using Microsoft Excel 2007.

November 2008

Friday, November 7, 2008 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Overview:
This workshop will teach you how to utilize the essentials of the Internet.

At Workshop Completion:
You will understand Internet terminology; you will know what the web is, what it is made of, and how it works. You will know how to navigate the web using the internet tools at your disposal.

Friday, November 14, 2008 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Overview:
This workshop will focus on computer network security concepts and practices which introduce common security threats and issues, as well as ways that you can counteract them. Participants will identify and apply these techniques to common job activities.

At Workshop Completion:
You will come away with knowledge that can be used both at work and at home. You will be able to identify email security threats, correctly install and run antivirus software; secure your data with periodic backups; and maintain file security. We will also cover how your information can be stolen from your computer; Internet browser security, especially with online banking; how to identify instant-messaging hazards; and websites where predators are known to frequent.

Friday, November 21, 2008 – 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Overview:
This workshop will focus on executing a mail merge, and incorporating the mail merge process to letters using Microsoft Word 2007.

At Workshop Completion:
You will be able to take your MS Excel Address Worksheet and print letters using the MS Word 2007 mail merge process.

Tuesday, November 25, 2008 – 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Overview:
This workshop will focus on executing a mail merge, and incorporating the mail merge process to labels using Microsoft Word 2007.

At Workshop Completion:
You will be able to take your MS Excel Address Worksheet and print labels using the MS Word 2007 mail merge process.

December 2008

Friday, December 5, 2008 – 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Overview:
In this workshop, you will learn advanced techniques to create text and graphic documents in Microsoft Office Word 2007.

At Workshop Completion:
Upon completion of this workshop, you will be able to: create and manage lists, modify pictures in a document, create customized graphic elements and use templates to automate document creation.

Please Note: All workshops will be held in Swirbul Library Room 201.

If you need more information, please contact Customer Services at x3340 or email customerservices@adelphi.edu.



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