Computers 101
Computers 101
Learn how to use a mouse and navigate in Windows. No prior experience is necessary.
Gmail
Set up your own email account. Learn how to send mail, add attachments and use other special features of Google's email service. (Prerequisite: Computers 101)
Internet I
This is an introduction to the World Wide Web and using a Web browser to find information. (Prerequisite: Computers 101)
Internet II
Learn how to use search engines like Google to find the specific information you need. (Prerequisite: Internet I)
Microsoft Word 2007
Microsoft Word I
Learn how to enter and edit text and open, save and print a Word document. (Prerequisite: Computers 101)
Microsoft Word II
Create tabs and bullets; format text and paragraphs. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word I)
Microsoft Word III
Create and edit tables. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word II)
Microsoft Word IV
Use Mail Merge to create envelopes and labels for mailings; add headers and footers to documents. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word III)
Microsoft Excel 2007
Microsoft Excel I
Learn how to enter and edit data and perform simple tasks in an Excel worksheet. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word)
Microsoft Excel II
Learn how to create calculations in your worksheet. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel I)
Microsoft Excel III
Learn to format and change the appearance of data and your worksheets; use sorting & filtering and find & replace. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel II)
Microsoft Excel IV
Learn how to create charts based on your data. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel III)
Microsoft Office Graphics 2007
Microsoft Office Graphics
Use Microsoft Word to learn how to insert and edit pictures, ClipArt, shapes, text boxes, SmartArt, and WordArt into documents. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word I)
Microsoft PowerPoint I
Learn how to create a computer-based slide presentation. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word)
Microsoft PowerPoint II
Learn how to incorporate graphics, transitions, and animations into your presentation. (Prerequisite: Microsoft PowerPoint I)
Microsoft Publisher
Learn to use the many tools of Publisher to create publications from a simple flyer to brochures and calendars. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Office Graphics)
Microsoft Access 2007
Microsoft Access I
This introduction to Microsoft Access is an overview of the elements of a database and planning one that works for you. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word)
Microsoft Access II
Learn how to create tables to store your data in Access. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Access I)
Microsoft Access III
Learn how to retrieve specific information from your Access tables using queries. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Access II)
Microsoft Access IV
Learn how to create forms to add data to your table and reports to present data in a printed format. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Access III)
Microsoft Word 2003
Microsoft Word I
Learn how to create, format, print and save a document. (Prerequisite: Computers 101)
Microsoft Word II
Learn how to edit the text of your document. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word I)
Microsoft Word III
Learn how to format the pages and paragraphs in your document. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word II)
Microsoft Word IV
Learn how to create tables and use a professional resume template. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word III)
Microsoft Excel 2003
Microsoft Excel I
Learn how to enter and edit data and perform simple tasks in an Excel worksheet.
(Prerequisite: Microsoft Word)
Microsoft Excel II
Learn to create how to create calculations in your worksheet. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel I)
Microsoft Excel III
Learn to format and change the appearance of a data and your worksheets. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel II)
Microsoft Excel IV
Learn how to create charts based on your data and use workbook templates. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel III)
Microsoft PowerPoint 2003
Microsoft PowerPoint I
Learn how to create a computer-based slide presentation. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word)
Microsoft PowerPoint II
Learn how to incorporate graphics, transitions, and animations into your presentation. (Prerequisite: Microsoft PowerPoint I)
Microsoft Publisher 2003
Microsoft Publisher I
Learn to use the many tools of Publisher to create a simple flyer. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word)
Microsoft Publisher II
Build on the skills learned in Publisher I to create an eye-catching newsletter, brochure and calendar. (Prerequisite: Publisher I)
Microsoft Access 2003
Microsoft Access I
This introduction to Microsoft Access is an overview of the elements of a database and planning one that works for you. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Word)
Microsoft Access II
Learn how to create tables to store your data in Access. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Access I)
Microsoft Access III
Learn how to retrieve specific information from your Access tables using queries. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Access II)
Microsoft Access IV
Learn how to create forms to add data to your table and reports to present data in a printed format. (Prerequisite: Microsoft Access III)
Web 2.0
Digital Photos: Flickr
Learn how to use Flickr to store, edit and share your photos. Please bring 2-3 photos on a floppy disk or USB flash drive. (Prerequisite: Internet I)
What is Web 2.0?
Learn about ways to connect online including social networking sites, wikis, blogs, and RSS feeds. (Prerequisite: Internet I)
Blogging 101
Use Google’s Blogger application to create a blog about a topic of your choice. (Prerequisite: Internet I)
Resumes & Jobs
Resume Writing
Learn how to prepare a resume that will earn you an interview, and get tips on writing objectives and choosing the best resume style for you. (Prerequisite: Computers 101)
Cover Letters
Learn tips and tools on writing an effective cover letter. (Prerequisite: Computers 101)
Job Searching
Become familiar with online tools for job applications and creating the optimal job search strategy. (Prerequisite: Internet I)
Miscellaneous
African American History Resources Online
Explore African American History Resources online using Cleveland Public Library databases & selected African-American historical research collections. (Prerequisite: Internet I)
CPL 101
Learn how to search the Cleveland Public Library Web catalog and keep track of your personal library account. (Prerequisite: Internet II)
Google Maps
Learn how to find and create interactive maps and directions using Google Maps. (Prerequisite: Internet II)
Google Docs
Learn how to create Web-based work accessible from anywhere with Google Docs and Spreadsheets. (Prerequisite: Internet II)
Business Writing
Learn to communicate more effectively by following business etiquette, focusing on purpose and action, and creating well-formatted documents.
Writing a Business Plan
Learn to write a business plan for your future or current business. Stay organized, outline your goals, or attract investors.
Patent Searching
Patent Searching will teach you how to use the United States Patent and Trademark's integrated online search tools and databases to conduct a fast and effective patent search.
Accessing Government Information on the Internet
Accessing Government Information teaches people effective time-saving search techniques for locating federal government information on the Internet. GPOAccess, FDSys, USA.gov, and Ben's Guide are reviewed in detail, and the most useful and effective search methods are described and explained.