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About the Computer Skills Sessions

All computer skills sessions are held in the library CAI computer lab (LC 62). See below for dates and times.

  • Please register for the session in advance.
    • Call (562) 860-2451 x2184
    • In person at the computer lab desk
  • Sign up early! All sessions are limited to 8 participants.

 

SUMMER 2024 - No Scheduled Workshops - Visit the CAI lab for individual assistance.
Workshops will resume in the FALL 2024.

Canvas

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This presentation is an overview of the Canvas course management system and the tools your instructors most commonly use to deliver class content to you. You will learn how to access and navigate Canvas and use the “Online Readiness Modules”. These modules are especially helpful to first time and online students. You will also learn to use the Canvas calendar to keep track of important events and assignments. This free small-group session lasts 30 minutes.


Upcoming Sessions

· Wednesday, August 28, 2024, 2:30—3pm 

· Thursday, August 29, 2024, 2:30—3pm 

· Monday, October 28, 2024, 2:30—3pm

· Tuesday, October 29, 2024, 2:30—3pm

 

 

 

 

Microsoft Excel

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This session will introduce students to the basic skills needed to create an Excel spreadsheet and manipulate data. You will learn how to set up a spreadsheet, enter data, use formulas, and learn about many of useful Excel functions such as AutoFill, Sort, Filter, Format Painter and more. This free small-group session lasts 60 minutes.


Upcoming Sessions

· Thursday, September 19, 2024, 2:30—3:30pm 

· Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 2:30—3:30pm 

· Thursday, November 14, 2024, 2:30—3:30pm

· Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 2:30—3:30pm  

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Microsoft Word

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A beginner's lesson for students who would like to become more familiar with the Word tabs and the common tool functions. You will also learn to use essential functions such as Capturing a Screen Shot, How to shrink a page, Use the Snipping Tool, Use Text to Speech and Smart Lookup. This free small-group session lasts 30 minutes.


Upcoming Sessions

· Monday, August 26, 2024, 2:30—3pm 

· Tuesday, September 24, 2024, 2:30—3pm 

· Monday, October 21, 2024, 2:30—3pm

· Thursday, November 21, 2024, 2:30—3pm

 

PowerPoint

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For students who would like to learn how to set-up a basic PowerPoint presentation and to present a PowerPoint with confidence. You will learn to: Format your presentation; Insert and manipulate pictures; including Custom Transparent Overlays; Create and insert Videos; Insert QR codes; Create Smart Art Graphics and tables; and much more. You will also learn how to add slide and sound transitions. These free small-group sessions last 60 minutes.


Upcoming Sessions

· Monday, September 9, 2024, 2:30—3:30pm

· Thursday, October 3, 2024, 2:30—3:30pm

· Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 2:30—3:30pm

· Tuesday, December 3, 2024, 2:30—3:30pm

 

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