Connect to Tech @ CCPL teaching ◦ supporting ◦ inspiring 68 Calhoun Street Charleston, SC 29401 843.805.6885 [email protected]October ▪ November December 2016 Technology Training Catalog Charleston County Public Library TRAINING LOCATIONS LOCATIONS ADDRESSES MAIN LIBRARY 68 Calhoun Street, Charleston 29401 DORCHESTER ROAD 6325 Dorchester Road, North Charleston 29418 HURD ST. ANDREWS 1735 N. Woodmere Drive, Charleston 29407 JOHN'S ISLAND 3531 Maybank Hwy, John’s Island 29455 MT. PLEASANT 1133 Mathis Ferry Road, Mt. Pleasant 29464 OTRANTO ROAD 2261 Otranto Road, North Charleston 29406 Call 843.805.6885 for more information. Want to receive this publication by email each month? Sign up for our monthly newsletter! Send your request in an email to [email protected]with your full name and phone number. We’ll add you to the list! TECH NEWS 1
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TECH HELP Need some help getting started with a new laptop, tablet, or e-reader?
Sign up for a 30-minute appointment with a Tech Team member
at the Main Library. Call 843.805.6885 today!
Tech Team members are also available near the Second Floor
computers at Main most days, and will be happy to assist you there.
Many of our Regional libraries offer “Book-a-Librarian” sessions for
help with CCPL downloadable items, as well. Call your local branch
or take a look at the special assistance opportunities below.
Digital Drop-Ins
Do you need a little help with your new laptop, phone, or tablet?
Would you like to see some popular device options before making a
purchase? Drop in and play with our “tech toy box” or see a
Tech Team member for assistance. Registration is not required. First
come, first served. Additional appointments may be necessary.
Open Computer Labs at Mt. Pleasant Regional
Join us in the auditorium for an open computer lab with reference
staff on hand to answer your questions.
Tuesday, October 11 ▪ Tuesday, November 1 ▪ Tuesday, December 6 2-4 p.m.
Main Library, 2nd Floor Classroom Wednesday, October 12
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Hurd St. Andrews Regional Library Wednesday, November 16
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Learn to Program in Java for PCs and Android Devices Enjoy a collaborative class with lectures from Lynda.com that introduce the use of basic Java and Android Studio to create a simple app. A valid CCPL library card is required. Call 843-805-6885 to register.
Main Library, Second Floor Classroom Wednesdays, October 5, 12, and 19 from 6:15-7:15 p.m.
GNU Image Manipulator Program (GIMP) Training Participate in a three-part Lynda.com training series on GIMP, a free and open source multi-platform image editing program. A valid CCPL library card is required. Call 843-805-6930 to register.
Main Library, Second Floor Classroom Wednesdays, November 2, 9, and 18 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sp
* Registration is not required for starred programs.
Main Main Library
DOR Dorchester Road Regional
JOH John’s Island Regional
MTP Mt. Pleasant Regional
OTR Otranto Road Regional
STA Hurd St. Andrews Regional
DECEMBER 2016
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Computer Fundamentals Getting Started with Computers Learn the parts of the computer, the difference between hardware and software, what an operating system is, and how files are stored. Practice using the mouse and keyboard, too! No previous computer experience is expected.
Main ... Saturday, 12/3 ... 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 11/26
Using the Mouse and Keyboard Practice clicking, double-clicking, clicking and dragging, and scrolling with the mouse. Then practice typing and editing text, numbers, and symbols with the keyboard. No previous computer experience is expected.
Main .. Saturday, 12/10 .. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 12/3
Working with Windows Explore the typical menus, toolbars, and dialog boxes you’ll see when working with Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2016. Learn how to resize windows, open files, and make selections from the toolbars. Experience using the mouse and keyboard is expected.
Creating and Organizing Files Discover how to save and organize your computer files more efficiently. Learn how to rename files, move and copy files, create folders to save files by subject, and delete unwanted files. Experience using the mouse and keyboard is expected.
Main Library ▪ John’s Island Regional ▪ Hurd St. Andrews Regional Mt. Pleasant Regional ▪ Dorchester Road Regional ▪ Otranto Road Regional
See back cover for location addresses.
Exploring Email and Contacts Practice sending and receiving messages, adding file attachments, organizing with folders, and creating contacts. Completion of Searching the Web (or previous experience) is expected.
Main .. Saturday, 10/15 ... 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 10/8
Staying Safe Online Learn about the most common online threats and how to stay protected while you search the Web and work with email. Completion of Searching the Web (or previous experience) is expected.
Main .. Saturday, 10/22 ... 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 10/15
Learning How to Code Explore the fundamentals of HTML. Practice typing code that includes formatted text, a hyperlink, a table, and a photograph. Proficiency with the keyboard and internet is expected.
Main .. Wednesday, 11/30... 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 11/23
Web Essentials Searching the Web Dive into the World Wide Web with Google Chrome! Learn how to find a website, understand URLs, navigate web pages, evaluate sites, and set favorites. Completion of Computer Fundamentals (or previous experience) is expected.
Main .... Saturday, 10/1 ... 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 9/24
Finding Popular Sites and Apps Conduct efficient searches and take a look at some common video, shopping, and social media sites and their related apps. Discuss online threats and virus protection. Completion of Searching the Web (or previous experience) is expected.
Main .... Saturday, 10/8 ... 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 10/1
Main ... Tuesday, 11/22 ..... 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins 11/15
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Basic Office 2016 Basic Word 2016 Type, edit, and format text in a document. Practice copying and pasting, adding an image, saving, and printing the document. Completion of Computer Fundamentals (or previous experience) is expected.
Main ... Tuesday, 12/13 ..... 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins 12/6
Basic PowerPoint 2016 Design a slide show with formatted text, images, and a design theme. Explore the various views and show settings. Completion of Basic Word 2016 (or previous experience) is expected.
Main .. Thursday, 10/13 .... 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins 10/6
Main .. Saturday, 11/19 .. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 11/12
Basic Publisher 2016 Create a flyer by customizing a built-in template. Add shapes and images, choose color and font schemes, and explore layers. Completion of Basic Word 2016 (or previous experience) is expected.
Basic Excel 2016 Create a workbook with formatted text, simple formulas, and multiple sheets. Practice creating a chart and printing, too. Completion of Basic Word 2016 (or previous experience) is expected.
Advanced Office 2016 Advanced Word 2016 Practice some more advanced features like inserting photos and text boxes, working with tabs and tables, and adding shapes and page borders. Completion of Basic Word 2016 (or previous experience) is expected.
Main ... Thursday, 11/3 ..... 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins 10/27
Advanced Excel 2016 Learn how to customize a worksheet. Insert and format rows and columns, sort and filter data, apply functions, and select print options. Completion of Basic Excel 2016 (or previous experience) is expected.
Main .. Thursday, 11/17.... 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins 11/10
More with Office 2016
Word: Managing Mailings with Mail Merge Merge an Excel contacts list with Word documents to create custom letters, envelopes, and labels. Completion of Basic Word 2016 and Basic Excel 2016 (or previous experience with both) is expected.
Main ... Thursday, 12/1..... 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins 11/23
Excel: Analyzing with Formulas & Charts Learn how to apply advanced formatting options, add and edit charts, and link worksheets in a workbook. Review some popular functions and how to move and rename sheets. Completion of Advanced Excel 2016 (or previous experience) is expected.
Main ... Thursday, 12/8..... 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins 12/1
Excel: Building Better Workbooks Make your spreadsheets work for you by incorporating drop-down lists, conditional formatting to color-code data, and cell comments. Discuss the benefits of protecting your workbook. Completion of Advanced Excel 2016 (or previous experience) is expected.
Main .. Thursday, 12/15.... 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins 12/8
Job Prep Tools
Writing a Resume Use a Word resume template to effectively represent your experiences. Adjust the layout and format text professionally. Completion of Basic Word 2016 (or previous experience) is expected.
Main .. Wednesday, 10/19 .. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 10/12
Applying for Jobs Online Discover helpful tips for conducting a job search and applying for jobs. Practice using popular sites and resources. Completion of Searching the Web (or previous experience) is expected.
Main .. Wednesday, 10/26 .. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 10/19
Main Library John’s Island Regional
Hurd St. Andrews Regional Mt. Pleasant Regional
Dorchester Road Regional Otranto Road Regional
See back cover for location addresses.
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Tech Talks & Other
Programs Registration is not required.
Picture Pointers
Managing Your Photos Explore some common features shared by digital cameras, like pixel and zoom settings. Learn how to transfer, organize, and print photos. Practice using some simple editing tools. Completion of Creating and Organizing Files (or previous experience) is expected.
Main .... Tuesday, 10/4 ...... 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins 9/27
Main ... Wednesday, 12/7 ... 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 11/30
Editing and Sharing Photos Learn how to use software and websites to import, organize, and edit photos. Create a web album for sharing photos and look at some photo gift ideas, too. Completion of Managing Your Photos and Searching the Web (or previous experience) is expected.
Main ... Tuesday, 10/11 ..... 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins 10/4
Main .. Wednesday, 12/14 .. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins 12/7
Cloud Storage Solutions
Introducing Microsoft OneDrive Use Microsoft's apps to create and share documents. Learn about cloud storage and online collaboration. Searching the Web and Basic Word 2016 (or previous experience) is expected.
Introducing Google Drive Use Google’s apps to create and share documents. Learn about cloud storage and online collaboration. Searching the Web and Basic Word 2016 (or previous experience) is expected.