Computer Training Classes at the Computing Resource Center
The Office of Information Systems and Computing, Technology Learning Services, offers computer courses to Penn faculty, staff and students with a valid PENNcard. All classes and seminars are held at the Computing Resource Center, 38th & Locust Walk (across from the Penn Bookstore).
Registration is required for all hands-on courses and some Bits & Pieces seminars. Individuals must register themselves (no registration by third party). For registration and information by phone: 573-3102; by email: tls@isc.upenn.edu, or on the web: http://www.upenn.edu/TLS. Registration is open for September classes. Registration for October classes begins on September 23. All prerequisites must be satisfied before registering for any course.
Prerequisites:
- DOS: Working knowledge of elementary DOS commands is required for all training courses on application software for IBM PCs and compatibles. You can fulfill this prerequisite by completing one of our DOS tutorials or completing the "What You Really Need to Know about DOS" class.
- Windows: Working knowledge of using the mouse, pull-down menus, file and folder structure is required. A knowledge of elementary DOS commands is also required for Windows courses in order to learn the important concepts of these programs at the pace at which they are presented. In order to fulfill this prerequisite, complete one of the Windows tutorials or the "Introduction to Windows" course.
- Macintosh: Working knowledge of using the mouse, pull-down menus, file and folder structure is required. The minimum acceptable experience level is completion of the Macintosh Basics tutorial, which comes with most Macintosh systems and is also available at the CRC.
Cancellation: Required 48 hours in advance; failure to do so will prohibit registration for other ISC-TLS courses that semester.
September and October Course Schedule
Hands-On Courses for DOS/Windows Users
- What you really need to know about DOS:
Covers basic system parts, terms, and commands needed to get started using DOS. Includes hands-on practice session. Fulfills DOS prerequisite. September 17 or October 2, 12-1:30 p.m.
- Introduction to Windows 3.1:
Prerequisite: DOS Seminar or Tutorial. Covers basic Windows concepts including: using program manager, working with menus and dialog boxes, manipulating windows and using the task list. Fulfills Windows prerequisite.
September 19 or October 3, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; or October 24, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
- Introduction to Word 6.0 for Windows:
Prerequisite: Windows Course or Tutorial Covers the basic elements of word processing using Word for Windows. Includes creating, saving, retrieving, editing, and printing files. October 8, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Introduction to WordPerfect for Windows:
Prerequisite: Windows Course or Tutorial. Covers the basic elements of word processing using WordPerfect for Windows. Includes creating, saving, retrieving, editing, and printing files. September 26 at 1:30-4:30 p.m. or October 29, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Introduction to Excel For Windows:
Prerequisite: Windows Course or Tutorial. Covers the basic elements of creating and using Excel spreadsheets. Topics include entering data, formatting ranges, using Excel functions, writing formulas, and printing spreadsheets. This course is given only upon departmental request. October 14, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
- Introduction to HTML:
Prerequisites: Netscape, Fetch or Winsock FTP, Word processing or Text Editor, PennNet ID and Password. A course for Penn staff covering basic HTML formatting, creating links, and moving files to and from a World Wide Web server. Working knowledge of software prerequisites is necessary. PennNet ID and Password used in class should be obtained at the Computing Resource Center. October 22, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Hands-On Courses for Macintosh Users
- Introduction to Word for MAC:
Prerequisite: Familiarity with the Macintosh. Covers basic elements of word processing using Word on the MAC. Includes hands-on experience in creating, saving, retrieving, editing, and printing files.
October 11, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Introduction to Excel for MAC:
Prerequisite: Familiarity with the Macintosh. Covers basic functions of an electronic spreadsheet. Includes entering, editing, and formatting data and formulas; using pre-defined statistical functions and lookup tables; using Boolean logic within formulas and linking worksheets. October 16, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
- Introduction to HTML:
Prerequisites: Netscape, Fetch or Winsock FTP, Word processing or Text Editor, PennNet ID and Password. A course for Penn staff covering basic HTML formatting, creating links, and moving files to and from a World Wide Web server. Working knowledge of software prerequisites is necessary. PennNet ID and Password used in class should be obtained at the CRC. September 24, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Bits & Pieces Seminars
- Accessing The Internet via Penn Net:
Brief overview of PennNet services and a demonstration of how to access popular Internet resources via PennNet. September 20 or October 16, 12-1 p.m.
- Introduction to Netscape:
Introduction to Internet browsers using Netscape. Covers configuring Netscape to launch Penn's home page, setting preferences, creating bookmarks, and navigating to popular Internet sites. September 24, October 11, or October 22, 1-2 p.m.
- Introduction to Fetch:
Introduction to file transfer over the Internet using Fetch. Covers starting Fetch, connecting to a host, short cuts, and viewing and downloading files. October 8, 1-2 p.m.
- Introduction to WS_FTP:
Introduction to Internet file transfer using WS_FTP. Covers starting WS_FTP, connecting to a host, short cuts, viewing and downloading files. September 30 or October 25, 1-2 p.m.
Almanac
Volume 43 Number 3
September 10, 1996
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