THE COMPUTER LAB
So...you finally got a computer - now what? Come to the Keen Age Center Computer lab and let our mentors help you make the most of technology and the Internet!
The Computer Lab is a joint partnership of the University of Illinois Extension and the Boone County Council on Aging which provides open hours for Internet connected computer use as well as training by mentors who offer hands-on assistance on a one-to-one basis at the Keen Age Center.
Various Computer Classes are provided by Extension educators and trained volunteers by reservation. For more information, or to register for a class, please call 815-544-9893.
Class offereings include:
Basic Computer Class
This class is the Basic level in learning computers. Items covered will be learning the basic parts of the computer such as the monitor, tower and mouse; where different functions are on the keyboard and on the screen taskbar; and how to use the mouse; program icons; word processing elements such as fonts, styles, bold, italics; saving and printing documents. Class size is limited.
Beginning Internet
This class focuses on learning your neighborhood and the world through the Internet. There is a review of how to use the mouse. Then you will begin getting to Internet browsing with free Internet browsers and web addresses, working with Internet Explorer, searching the Web by scrolling and navigating to find information. The Basic Computer class is a pre-requisite. Class size is limited.
Microsoft Word Part 1
Introduction to Microsoft Word where specific steps are broken down to help you master each objective. Following completion, you will be able to open, save and print documents as well as change basic text formatting. These items are taught in more detail in the Basic Computers. Class size is limited.
Microsoft Word Part 2
In this section, you will learn to use and customize the tool bar to simplify document formatting. Class size is limited.
Computer Lab Hours:
Please call for current open hours and class schedules at 815-544-9893.
The computer lab is closed during formal class training and when mentors are not present.
