Senior Adults Computer Courses

Non self-supporting courses are free to senior citizens aged 65 or older. There are no fee exemptions allowed for self-supporting courses. The registration fee must be paid by all class participants. Registration fees vary depending upon cost of the course and minimum enrollment of students. No refunds are permitted for withdrawal from self-supporting courses unless the course is canceled by the College. Self-supporting courses are noted by (SS) beside the class title. For senior computer classes, all students must pay the technology fee regardless of age.

Written directions and some maps are available for JCC locations.

Registration Information

Senior Adults Introduction to Computers and XP

This slower-paced class is designed for beginner students or for users with little experience. This course will cover basic skills and concepts needed to use a computer. Learning objectives will include: opening and closing programs, saving and managing files, making back-up files to a CD or USB memory stick, and computer maintenance (defragmenting). The class will establish a solid foundation for making learning other computer applications easier on any Windows operating system. No book required, handouts given. Preregistration is required. Additional information: Blank CD and USB memory stick recommended, but not required.

Registration Fee - $38. Technology fee only if 65 years of age or older. Book - None.
9:00am - 12:00pm	9/8 - 10/20	M	Cleveland Center

Senior Adults Computer Photo

A slower-paced class, designed for students new to digital photography. Participants will learn how to create, use, publish, and email digital images on the computer. Students will learn how to edit digital photos with ArcSoft PhotoStudio. Preregistration is required.

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of computers and internet use required; A digital camera is not required.

Additional information: Blank CD and USB memory stick recommended, but not required.

Registration Fee - $38. Technology fee only if 65 years of age or older. Book - Digital Photo Editing for Seniors, Addo Stuur. ISBN: 90-5905-064-9; Book fee: approx. $24.95.
9:00am - 12:00pm	9/5 - 10/24	F	Cleveland Center

Senior Adults Using Technology for Photos, Video and Music - New Class!

This slower-paced class is designed for intermediate students with experience using computers and digital cameras. This course will review basic skills of viewing and printing digital photos. Additional topics will include editing digital home videos, organizing and playing your music collection, and enjoying all your media with Media Center. Book is recommended (especially for VISTA users), but not required. Windows XP users welcome. Preregistration is required.

Prerequisites: Computer experience necessary, Senior Adult Computer Photo course

Additional information: USB memory stick required.

Registration Fee - $38. Technology fee only if 65 years of age or older. Book - (not required): Photos, Video, and Music for Seniors with Windows Vista. ISBN: 978-90-5905-065-5; Book fee: approx. $20.95.
9:00am - 12:00pm	W/F	10/29 - 12/5	Cleveland Center

Senior Adults Intro to Computers and VISTA - New Class!

This slower-paced class is designed for beginner students or for users with little experience. This course will cover basic skills and concepts needed to use a computer and the Vista Operating System. Learning objectives will include: opening and closing programs, saving and managing files, making back-up files to a CD or USB memory stick, and computer maintenance (defragmenting). The class will establish a solid foundation for making learning other computer applications easier. Preregistration is required.

Additional information: Blank CD and USB memory stick recommended, but not required.

Registration Fee - $38. Technology fee only if 65 years of age or older. Book - Windows Vista for Seniors. ISBN: 978-90-5905-274-1; Book fee: approx. $20.95.
9:00am - 12:00pm	9/9 - 10/21	T	Cleveland Center

Senior Adults Intro to the Internet

This slower-paced class is designed for beginner students to learn how to navigate on the web using Internet Explorer v.7. Objectives include searching, communicating, Internet safety, favorites, e-mail, and more. No book required, handouts given. Preregistration is required.

Prerequisites: Basic skills and understanding of computers helpful.

Registration Fee - $38. Technology fee only if 65 years of age or older. Book - None.
9:00am - 12:00pm	9/10 - 10/22	W	Cleveland Center

Senior Adults Introduction to Computers and the Internet

This is an introductory course, covering the fundamentals of computers and the Internet with the opportunity for hands-on practice. Basics of computers including hardware, windows, word processing, spreadsheet, and email will be reviewed. Information you need to research a subject, to buy and sell, and to keep your operating software up to date will be discussed. Preregistration is required.

Registration Fee - $27. Technology fee only if 65 years of age or older. Book - None
9:00sm - 12:00pm	Th	10/2 - 10/30	Cleveland Center