UpDate - Vol. 14, No. 32, Page TT-3
May 18, 1995
Techtalk
Classes
A variety of computing classes are being offered this summer to
the entire University community. These classes will help you enhance
your computing skills. The next series of classes will begin in
September. Descriptions of future classes will appear in UpDate and
also are available on U-Discover! These classes are open only to
members of the University community. Registration is required, unless
otherwise noted.
A beginner class is for someone new to the computer system or
software. A novice class is for individuals who have used the system
or the software package. An advanced class is for those who have used
the system and the software and want to learn more about the advanced
capabilities.
Commercially prepared documents distributed in class must be
returned to the instructor. An asterisk (*) indicates classes for
which commercially prepared booklets are available for purchase at the
University Bookstore.
Class registration
Registration is required for most classes. To register
electronically:
* From EMC2: At Bulletin Boards, select "ComputerEd." Enter
"U" at "Registration for User Education."
* From a central UNIX time-sharing system: Send mail to
usered@strauss. Please include your name, campus or home
address, telephone number and the title and date of the
class(es) you wish to attend.
To register by phone, call 831-8445.
Class reminders will be sent via electronic mail prior to
classes.
MICROCOMPUTING CLASSES (DOS-BASED)
Introduction to DOS 6.0: Two-Part Workshop*
DOS is the software that allows the different parts of your
computer system (hardware and software) to work together properly.
Participants will view a videotaped lesson and then complete step-
by-step, hands-on exercises on the following topics:
Part 1 (Beginner)
Prerequisite: None.
Topics:
* Learning the basic features and commands of DOS
* Working with hard and floppy disks
* Learning to manage files and directories
* Date: June 13, 9 a.m.-noon 116 Pearson Hall
Part 2 (Novice)
Prerequisite: Attendance at Introduction to DOS 6.0: Part 1 or
equivalent knowledge.
Topics:
* Understanding and using the DOS Shell
* Checking status information
* Working with the PATH command
* Creating and using batch files
* Date: June 19, 1:30-4:30 p.m. 116 Pearson Hall
Introduction to Windows 3.1* (Beginner)
Windows is the graphic interface for newer DOScomputers. It
allows you to select images instead of typing commands.
Prerequisite: Attendance at an Introduction to DOS class or
equivalent knowledge. Class will view a videotaped lesson and
then complete step-by-step, hands-on exercises.
Topics:
* Examining the Windows environment and using the mouse
* Manipulating Windows by opening, closing, resizing,
minimizing and maximizing them
* Using a Windows application
* Dates: June 14, 9 a.m.-noon 116 Pearson Hall
June 21, 9 a.m.-noon 116 Pearson Hall
Introduction to WordPerfect 6.1 for Windows: Two-Part Workshop*
WordPerfect is a text-processing program that enables you to
create, modify and manage documents, letters and reports.
Part 1 (Beginner)
Prerequisite: Attendance at an Introduction to Windows 3.1
class or familiarity using Windows.
Topics:
* Exploring the WordPerfect window, Button Bar, Power Bar and
Status Bar
* Using the help command
* Learning to use tabs and indents
* Previewing and printing a document
* Dates: June 15, 1-4:30 p.m. 116 Pearson Hall
June 20, 1-4:30 p.m. 116 Pearson Hall
Part 2 (Novice)
Prerequisite: Attendance at Introduction to WordPerfect 6.1
for Windows: Part 1 or equivalent knowledge.
Topics:
* Advanced formatting (bullets, borders and lines)
* Creating headers and footers
* Creating and modifying a table
* Learning to create multiple columns
* Merging two documents
* Date: June 27, 1-4:30 p.m. 116 Pearson Hall
Introduction to Lotus 5.0 for Windows (Beginner)*
Lotus 1-2-3 is a spreadsheet program you use to create
worksheets, databases and graphs. Class will view a videotaped
lesson and then complete step-by-step, hands-on exercises.
Prerequisite: Attendance at an Introduction to Windows 3.1 class
or familiarity using Windows.
Topics:
* Learning to move around and select parts of a worksheet
* Creating, editing and formatting a worksheet
* Learning to use menus
* Date: June 22, 1:30-4:30 p.m. 116 Pearson Hall
Introduction to PowerPoint 4.0 for Windows (Novice)
PowerPoint is a graphics program that transforms data into
dynamic presentations. Class will view a videotaped lesson and
then complete hands-on exercises.
Prerequisite: Attendance at an Introduction to Windows 3.1 class
or familiarity using Windows.
Topics:
* Examining the PowerPoint window
* Creating, modifying and formatting a presentation
* Adding clip art
* Using the drawing tools
* Date: June 22, 9 a.m.-noon 116 Pearson Hall
Introduction to Access 2.0 for Windows (Novice)*
Access is a Windows database program that is powerful, yet easy
to use.
Part 1 (Beginner)
Prerequisite: Attendance at an Introduction to Windows class
or equivalent knowledge.
Topics:
* Learning database concepts and Access terminology
* Creating and designing tables
* Modifying existing data
* Date: June 27, 1:30-4:30 p.m. 111/113 McDowell Computing
Site
Part 2 (Novice)
Prerequisite: Attendance at Introduction to Access 2.0 for
Windows: Part 1.
Topics:
* Using queries to generate information from a database based
on specific criteria
* Designing your own forms and basic reports
* Creating new databases and copying information into them
from another database
* Date: June 30, 1:30-4:30 p.m. 111/113 McDowell Computing
Site
MICROCOMPUTING CLASSES (MACINTOSH)
Introduction to System 7.1 for the Macintosh (Beginner)
Prerequisite: None.
Topics:
* Orientation to Macintosh hardware and desktop
* Introduction to using software on a Macintosh
* Managing files and customizing the Macintosh
* Working with windows and icons
* Learning about file organization
* Working with files, folders and groups of files
* Exploring the control panel
* Date: June 13, 9 a.m.-noon 116 Pearson Hall
Introduction to PowerPoint 4.0 for Macintosh (Novice)
PowerPoint is a graphics program that transforms data into
dynamic presentations.
Prerequisite: Experience using the Macintosh.
Topics:
* Starting PowerPoint and opening a presentation
* Creating a title and bullet slide in slide view
* Working with drawing tools, text and drawn objects
* Date: June 16, 9 a.m.-noon 116 Pearson Hall
CENTRAL COMPUTING SYSTEMS
Getting Started with UNIX (Beginner)
These drop-in, self-paced sessions are designed primarily to acquaint
students, who will be using UNIX for programming, with system and
editor (pico) basics. Allow 30 to 40 minutes to complete the practice
exercises. Students also may get assistance working through a self-
paced tutorial on Pine Mail.
Prerequisite: An account on a central UNIX time-sharing system. You
MUST activate your account 24 hours prior to this class. NO
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Topics:
* Listing files using various options
* Copying, renaming and deleting files
* Creating directories
* Customizing your work environment
* Date: June 7, 1-3 p.m. 009B Willard Hall Education Building
Introduction to SAS on UNIX: Three-Part Workshop (Advanced)
Prerequisite: Attendance at a Getting Started with UNIX or
Introduction to UNIX: Managing Files and Using the Pico Editor class
or experience with UNIX. An active account on a central UNIX time-
sharing system. You MUST activate your account 24 hours prior to this
class.
Topics:
* Creating and running SAS problems
* Debugging SAS problems
* Interpreting SAS output
* Dates: Part 1-June 26, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Part 2-June 28, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Part 3-June 29, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
009B Willard Hall Education Building
Introduction to SPSS on UNIX: Two-Part Workshop (Advanced)
Prerequisite: Attendance at a Getting Started with UNIX or
Introduction to UNIX: Managing Files and Using the Pico Editor class
or experience with UNIX. An active account on a central UNIX time-
sharing system. You MUST activate your account 24 hours prior to this
class.
Topics:
* Creating and running SPSS problems
* Debugging SPSS problems
* Interpreting SPSS output
* Dates: Part 1-June 12, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Part 2-June 14, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
009B Willard Hall Education Building
INTERNET CLASSES
Introduction to Internet: Exploring the Internet with Gopher
(Beginner)
An exploratory, hands-on session using Gopher to find information over
the Internet.
Prerequisite: An active account on a central UNIX time-sharing system.
You MUST activate your account 24 hours prior to this class.
Topics:
* Overview of Internet resources and terminology
* Understanding and using Gopher menus
* Creating bookmarks
* Date: June 20, 9 a.m.-noon 116 Pearson Hall
Introduction to Browsing the World Wide Web (Novice)
Prerequisite: Experience using a mouse.
Topics:
* Exploring the basics of Mosaic, a World Wide Web browser
* Learning to navigate the Web
* Creating hotlists/bookmarks
* Date: June 19, 2-4 p.m. 111/113 McDowell Computing Site
Preparing Documents for the World Wide Web (Novice)
Prerequisite: Attendance at an Introduction to Browsing the World Wide
Web class or one of the Morris Library's "The Web as a Library
Resource" class. Experience using a mouse. Participants must bring a
diskette to the class.
Topics:
* Learning to use html (HyperText Markup Language), the easy-to-use
language for preparing Web documents
* Working through a hands-on tutorial to create a Web document
* Learning how faculty and staff can "publish" documents on the
University's Web server
* Date: June 26, 1:30-4:30 p.m. 111/113 McDowell Computing Site
More About Internet: Accessing Internet Resources (Novice)
A hands-on session using Internet communications and file transfer
protocols to find and retrieve information.
Prerequisite: Attendance at an Introduction to Pine Mail class or
equivalent experience using UNIX. An active account on a central UNIX
time-sharing system. You MUST activate your account 24 hours prior to
this class.
Topics:
* Finding information on the Internet using telnet
* Finding and retrieving information using ftp (file transfer
protocol)
* Exploring on your own
* Date: June 21, 1:30-4:30 p.m. 116 Pearson Hall
ELECTRONIC MAIL CLASSES
Introduction to Pine Mail (Beginner)
Pine Mail is a menu-driven mail program for UNIX systems.
Prerequisite: An account on a central UNIX time-sharing system. You
MUST activate your account at least 24 hours prior to this class.
Topics:
* Logging in to the central UNIX time-sharing system
* Creating, sending, reading and replying to mail messages
* Managing mail (saving and reading messages from folders)
* Date: June 12, 9 a.m.-noon 116 Pearson Hall
TEACHING, RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR FACULTY
* Dates: June 5-9, at various times and locations across campus
* See page one for schedule