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Computer Training OpportunitiesSeebeck Computer Center provides a variety of computer training courses in conjunction with Human Resource Development (formerly Staff Training and Development). Whether you need instruction in basic computer skills or more specialized computer applications, you should be able to find a class that fits your needs. The typical learning track begins with training in PC and file concepts, Web browsing, and e-mail. These classes are designed for computer beginners as well as intermediate-level users. Most people then go on to take the Microsoft Windows and Office e-Courses, computer-based training programs that allow you to learn at your own pace. (A proctor is present to assist you.) After the completion of an e-Course, you will take a computer-based e-Test to ensure that you are ready for the intermediate level class. Intermediate classes are offered in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. These courses are instructor led and project based. E-Test certifications in both Windows and the program being taught are required to make sure that all students benefit from the course material. Specialized topics offered include desktop publishing in PageMaker; using the University's central calendar system (see the calendar story "Take Charge of Your Schedule" on page four); and a two-class series on Web publishing. Prerequisites, if any, vary by class. Almost all computer classes are taught in the Office of Information Technology's training lab, which is equipped with 15 PCs (one of which is connected to a projector system) and two iMacs. Please note that while Macintosh products can be used for most of the instructor-led courses, Macintosh users are still asked to fulfill the Microsoft Windows e-Test prerequisites to ensure that they can understand Windows-based instruction. Human Resource Development publishes a calendar every semester listing the courses that will be offered. The current listing can also be found on their Web site at bama.ua.edu/~hr/st-dev. To register for a class or request more information, please call Human Resource Development at 348-7125 or e-mail mkarrh@bama.ua.edu. |
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