Tech Classes

CLASSES

Beginning Computing with Windows 10

Friday, May 6, 10–11:30 a.m. Training Center

Learn how to launch programs; create, rename and delete files as well as folders; organize your desktop and more.

How to Use Your iPad

Monday, May 9, 10–11:30 a.m. Friday, May 20, 1:30–3 p.m. Training Center

Learn to use your tablet’s settings, apps, web browser and much more. Bring your iPad if you have one.

Spring Stickers Part 1: Design It

Tuesday, May 10, 7–8:30 p.m. or Wednesday, May 11, 7–8:30 p.m. Training Center

Learn some basic skills in Adobe Illustrator to create custom springtime shapes for applying to fabrics. These vector designs can then be used in various projects, such as creating iron-on stickers at the Makerplace.

Part 2: Make It

Wednesday, May 18, 6–7:30 p.m. Makerplace Flex Space 2

Learn basic skills in Adobe Illustrator to create custom seasonal shapes. Then use your vector designs created in Adobe Illustrator to make springtime iron-on stickers on the Makerplace’s vinyl cutter. Part 2 of a 2-day class. By registering for Part 1 you will automatically be registered for Part 2.

Excel: Basics

Wednesday, May 11, 1:30–3 p.m. Training Center

Learn about spreadsheets and how to move within them and the basics of Excel including rows, columns, tabs and more. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills needed.

Word: Basics

Monday, May 16, 10–11:30 a.m. Training Center

This class will introduce you to the essentials: all the tabs, especially the File and Home tabs, and how to change words on the page. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills needed.

Streaming with Twitch

Tuesday, May 17, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

Learn the basics of streaming. This class will cover what equipment you will need, how to use Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) and how to set up a Twitch channel.

We are currently offering a variety of in-person and online classes. In-person classes will be in the Training Center and online classes will be on Zoom, unless otherwise noted. Tech Classes register starting May 1.

Excel: Intermediate

Wednesday, May 18, 1:30–3 p.m. Training Center

Learn about charts and graphs as well as some commonly used functions for working with data. Working knowledge of Excel required.

Word: Intermediate

Monday, May 23, 10–11:30 a.m. Training Center

Learn how to change margins, use bullet points, formatting, tables, templates and more. Working knowledge of Word is required.

PowerPoint: Basics

Tuesday, May 24, 1:30–3 p.m. Training Center

This class covers the basics for developing an interesting presentation. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills needed.

Creating a Brand on Social Media

Tuesday, May 24, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

Have you ever wanted to develop an online presence and gain a following? In this class we will go over tips to help you achieve this goal across several social media platforms.

eBooks, eAudiobooks, Movies and More

Wednesday, May 25, 10–11:30 a.m. Training Center

Learn all about the free eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music and magazines you can access from home or on the go with your AHML library card.

Stop Motion Animation

Thursday, May 26, 7–8:30 p.m. Training Center

Learn the tools and techniques needed to create stop motion videos on your mobile device with the free Stop Motion Studio app.

PowerPoint: Intermediate

Tuesday, May 31, 1:30–3 p.m. Training Center

Take your PowerPoint skills to the next level; learn how to enhance your presentations with creative effects. Working knowledge of PowerPoint required.

Cord Cutting 101: Exploring Cable Alternatives

Tuesday, May 31, 7–8:30 p.m. / Zoom

Save hundreds of dollars annually by cutting your cable and phone cord. This program will explore cost-effective alternatives to cable (Netflix, Roku, Sling, Apple TV, hoopla, etc.) and traditional land line phones (mobile, Google Voice, etc.).