Community Education Catalog (PDF version)
Personal Computers I
Build skills and confidence in this class designed for people with little or no computer experience. Learn about computer hardware, computing basics, using a mouse, and basic keyboard functions. You’ll also be introduced to the “Windows” environment and gain confidence in your ability to begin to use software applications and to explore the Internet. Students may be required to purchase a textbook. 60-103-61000
Minocqua Nicolet - Lakeland 13
10249
6/4 - 6/13 (4)
MW 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$26.80 (17.68)
Kinnett
Sayner - Plum Lake Library
10250
6/5 - 6/26 (4)
T 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Kinnett
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10141
6/12 - 6/21 (4)
TTh 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Derleth
Personal Computers II
Designed for people with some basic computer experience who want to explore more uses of a computer. Students will learn the basics of word processing, including how to get started, creating and printing documents, as well as how to edit and change the appearance of documents. Also learn the basics of using the Internet to search the Web. Prerequisite: Personal Computers I, or a working knowledge of using a computer in the Windows environment. Students may be required to purchase a textbook. 60-103-61500
Minocqua Nicolet - Lakeland 13
10251
6/18 - 6/27 (4)
MW 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$26.80 (17.68)
Kinnett
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10142
8/7 - 8/16 (4)
TTh 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Derleth
Sayner - Plum Lake Library
10252
8/7 - 8/28 (4)
T 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Kinnett
Mac Computers
This course is for first time Mac users, people changing from Microsoft operating systems to Mac, or those who just want to learn more about Mac computers. You will learn the basics of the Mac operating system, be able to download and install programs on your computer, and feel comfortable with browsing the Internet. We will also cover the fundamentals of some of the free programs included with OS X such as Address Book, iCalendar, iPhoto, iTunes, iChat, iDVD, and iMovie. 60-103-61900
Minocqua - Lakeland High School Mac Lab
10143
6/11 - 6/20 (4)
MW 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$41.20 (27.52)
Alton
Mac Computers: Beyond Basics
This course is for Mac users who have taken the Introduction to Mac class, or have a basic knowledge of OS X and an understanding of the fundamentals, but want to go a few steps beyond. The class will cover the use of some Mac utilities including: disk utility, system profiler, terminal, activity monitor, and automator. You will explore free utilities that can be downloaded from the Internet to help keep your OS X running properly. You will also learn how to repair some kinds of damage to your system using both free and commercial products. 60-103-61901
Minocqua - Lakeland High School Mac Lab
10144
6/23 - 6/23 (1)
S 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
$29.80 (20.68)
Alton
Portable Applications
A portable application is a free program that is NOT installed on a computer’s hard drive. Instead, it is stored and run from a USB flash drive. Learn to download and install on your USB flash drive a suite of portable applications including: a web browser, email client, office suite, calendar/scheduler, instant messaging client, antivirus, sudoku game, backup utility, and integrated menu. You must bring a USB flash drive with at least 512 megabytes of free space to class. Prerequisite: A working knowledge of the Windows environment, mouse, and keyboard. Please note these are not smartphone apps. 60-103-62302
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10145
7/2 - 7/23 (4)
M 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Glaser
Minocqua Nicolet - Lakeland 13
10146
7/3 - 7/24 (4)
T 9:00 - 12:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Glaser
Photo Editing Basics
Do the people in your pictures have red eyes? Need to remove a few wrinkles and even out some skin tones? No problem. You can make adjustments and corrections on your own computer. Using free Internet software, you will learn to modify digital photos and scanned images. By learning the basics of photo editing, you’ll be able to crop, rotate, resize, and adjust the contrast or brightness of your digital photos and scanned images with ease. A variety of entry-level photo editing softwares will be discussed. Prerequisites: A basic knowledge of computers and saving/manipulating graphics. 60-103-62303
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10147
7/30 - 8/6 (2)
M 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Minocqua Nicolet - Lakeland 13
10148
7/31 - 8/7 (2)
T 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
File Management
Do you spend too much time looking for a document you know you saved on your computer? This course will provide an overview of file management in the Windows environment. You will learn how to copy and move files across folders and drives. Prerequisites: Basic computer skills and working knowledge of the Windows environment. 60-103-62401
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10149
6/4 - 6/11 (2)
M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Eagle River - Northland Pines High School Room 1109
10150
6/5 - 6/12 (2)
T 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10151
6/18 - 6/25 (2)
M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Crandon - High School Library
10152
6/19 - 6/26 (2)
T 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10153
7/30 - 8/6 (2)
M 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Minocqua Nicolet - Lakeland 13
10154
7/31 - 8/7 (2)
T 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Keep Your Computer Happy
Could it be true that too many cookies and too much cache can make your computer unhappy? Join this class to learn some tips and tricks for keeping your computer running smoothly. You’ll learn about system tools in Windows XP (and other operating systems), including ScanDisk/Error Checking and Disk Defragmenter. Learn to empty the secret hiding places that may clog up your computer. Explore how to get into Safe Mode to run diagnostics or systems tools, the components of System Restore in ME/XP, and how to make your computer run faster by cleaning up your startup. You’ll also learn to download free software to scan and remove Spyware so you have fewer system crashes and lockups while surfing the web. Prerequisite: Working knowledge of computers in the Windows environment. 60-103-62402
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10155
7/30 - 8/6 (2)
M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Crandon - High School Library
10156
7/31 - 8/7 (2)
M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Q&A for Windows Users
Now that you are using your computer, you probably have questions or problems that puzzle you. In this class, you can ask your questions and have them answered by the instructor. You’ll probably find that others in the class are asking some of the same things! Some topics may include: computer viruses, downloading from the Internet, shareware and freeware, and much more. No class is the same, as the students guide the direction of the class by the questions that they ask. 60-103-62403
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10157
6/4 - 6/25 (4)
M 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Glaser
Minocqua Nicolet - Lakeland 13
10158
6/5 - 6/26 (4)
T 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Glaser
CD Burning
Learn the basics of burning your own CDs through classroom demonstrations and hands-on practice. You can burn and share anything on a CD – your music, photos, videos, even backups of your critical data. This class will cover general concepts that can be used with most software and hardware. Prerequisite: Working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment. 60-103-62405
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10159
7/2 - 7/9 (2)
M 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Minocqua Nicolet - Lakeland 13
10160
7/3 - 7/10 (2)
T 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10161
7/16 - 7/23 (2)
M 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Minocqua Nicolet - Lakeland 13
10162
7/17 - 7/24 (2)
T 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glaser
Windows 7: Overview
If you have recently upgraded to Windows 7, or are currently using this operating system, this class is meant for you. In this guided introduction to the latest and most feature-rich operating system for everyday users, you’ll learn to organize your desktop and start menu, to customize the Windows environment, and to perform basic system maintenance tasks. You will also learn to use the accessory applications. If you have a laptop with Windows 7, feel free to bring it to class. 60-103-62406
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10163
6/4 - 6/25 (4)
M 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Glaser
Minocqua Nicolet - Lakeland 13
10164
6/5 - 6/26 (4)
T 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Glaser
Beginning Microsoft Word
Learn word processing using Microsoft Word. See how this powerful software can be used to add interest to documents you create. Getting started, editing, and changing the appearance of documents will be included. Prerequisites: A good understanding of computer basics and the Windows environment. 60-103-63000
Minocqua Nicolet - Lakeland 13
10253
6/4 - 6/13 (4)
MW 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Kinnett
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10198
6/5 - 6/26 (4)
T 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Kroening
Beginning Microsoft Excel
Spreadsheets can be extremely useful to home users for storing information, tracking and managing personal expenses, and for calculating and analyzing numbers. Learn to enter and edit data to create basic spreadsheets; change the format of the spreadsheets; create timesaving formulas; and display data in charts and graphs. Prerequisite: A working knowledge of computer basics in the Windows environment and basic keyboarding skills. 60-103-63500
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10199
6/5 - 6/26 (4)
T 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Kroening
Minocqua Nicolet - Lakeland 13
10254
6/18 - 6/27 (4)
MW 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$38.20 (24.52)
Kinnett
Beginning Adobe Photoshop
Want to make your digital photos even better? This class will introduce novices to the wonderful world of Adobe Photoshop. Learn to crop, adjust, retouch, resize, manipulate, and use other techniques to enhance your photos. Prerequisite: A working knowledge of using computers in the Windows environment and basic keyboarding skills. 60-103-64000
Eagle River - Northland Pines High School Room 1108
10200
6/19 - 6/26 (3)
TTh 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$35.50 (24.10)
Gaffney
Digital Cameras and Scanners
Digital cameras and scanners are ideal additions to your personal computer if you are interested in sharing and storing photographs and other images. This introductory course will provide an overview of the types of digital cameras and scanners available. You’ll learn how to install the needed hardware and software and be introduced to the various uses of these items. 60-106-64501
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10165
7/2 - 7/9 (2)
M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glasner
Tomahawk - Tomahawk High School Computer Lab
10166
7/3 - 7/10 (2)
T 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glasner
Rhinelander - NC 110 Computer Lab
10167
7/16 - 7/23 (2)
M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glasner
Eagle River - Northland Pines High School Room 1109
10168
7/17 - 7/24 (2)
T 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$21.10 (14.26)
Glasner
Photography: Going Digital
Did you just purchase or receive a digital camera? Are you afraid to turn all those dials and settings? Then this course is designed for you! Learn the fundamentals of digital photography and understand how to get the most out of your digital camera. You will also learn to transfer photos to your computer, organize, manipulate, and print your pictures. Prerequisite: A basic understanding of computers is required prior to enrolling in this course. 60-203-60106
Eagle River - Northland Pines High School Room 1108
10201
6/5 - 6/12 (3)
TTh 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$35.50 (24.10)
Gaffney