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ITQ Level 2 Certificate for IT Users
Tutor: Chris WoodKendal, Wed, 18:30-21:30, 30 sessions from 29 Sep
ITQ Level 2 has now become the standard IT qualification. Our course uses the OCR version which is based on the previous CLAIT Plus qualification. You will learn how to use common tools such as word processing, spreadsheets and the Internet. In addition there will be some choice of which further modules you study. Assessment will be by means of set tasks and (if applicable) work-based portfolios.
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Chris Wood has worked with computers for over 25 years. He is a Microsoft Master Instructor and is well known for being able to explain things simply and clearly. Chris has also been a keen photographer since he was given his first camera at the age of 12.
ITQ Level 1 Certificate for IT Users
Tutor: TbaKirkby Lonsdale, Thu, 19:00-21:30, 18 sessions from 07 Oct
ITQ Level 1 offers you the chance of gaining a worthwhile IT qualification in a relatively short course. Our course uses the OCR accreditation which is based on the previous CLAIT qualification. You will study a series of modules about common computing applications. Each module is assessed by completing a set task.
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Entry Level Award in Digital Literacy
Tutor: Chris WoodSedbergh, Tue, 19:00-21:30, 10 sessions from 28 Sep
This course gives the new computer user the opportunity to gain a basic IT qualification. The course covers using a PC for simple tasks such as searching the Internet, or sending an email. Assessment is carried out online.
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Intro to Excel Spreadsheets
Tutor: Chris WoodLearn how to use Excel to create your own spreadsheets. Use them for keeping accounts, creating lists and as simple databases. You will find out how to add information and create powerful calculations. A £6 First Steps course!
Kendal, Mon, 19:00-21:30, 4 sessions from 08 Nov
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Kirkby Lonsdale, Mon, 19:00-21:30, 4 sessions from 24 Jan
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Intro to Microsoft Publisher
Tutor: Chris WoodSedbergh,Date Tba, 19:00-21:30, 4 sessions from
Begin desktop publishing with Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create posters, newletters and booklets incorporating text, pictures and graphics. A £6 First Steps course!
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Get more from Google Earth
Tutor: Chris WoodSedbergh, Wed, 19:00-21:30, Workshop 27 Oct
Google Earth is a fantastic resource, especially if you are going on your travels. Learn how to find information about places you are visiting, bookmark places of interest, and upload you pictures when you return home. GPS users can even upload their routes to display on Google Earth.
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Useful Software for Free
Tutor: Chris WoodSedbergh, Thu, 18:30-21:30, Workshop 28 Oct
A whole range of excellent software is available for free download from the Internet. Found out about office packages, image editors, anti-virus programmes and much more at this really useful workshop which could save you a lot of money!
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Sedbergh Folk Festival by David Barrett
Intro to Using a Computer
Tutor: Jeremy AshworthA course for complete beginners, or the very unconfident. You will be led gently through the basics of using a computer, and learn how to do some common tasks such as writing a letter or sending an email.
Kirkby Lonsdale, Mon, 10:00-12:30, 8 sessions from 27 Sep
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Kendal, Thu, 13:30-16:00, 8 sessions from 30 Sep
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Jeremy Ashworth has many years experience of working with inexperienced computer users. He has huge amounts of patience and will inspire confidence in even the most nervous student.
Developing Your Computer Skills
Tutor: Jeremy AshworthKirkby Lonsdale, Mon, 13:00-15:30, 8 sessions from 27 Sep
A course for people who have mastered basic computing and who now wish to become more expert at using their PC. Learn more about using a variety of programs, organising your files and communicating with rest of the world.
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Beginners Internet & Email
Tutor: Vic BrownKendal, Tue, 19:00-21:30, 8 sessions from 28 Sep
Aimed at new computer users the course will lead you gently through learning how to email, and how to use the internet for finding information, shopping, banking etc. You will also learn about using the mouse and keyboard effectively and how to use other useful programs.
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Vic Brown has been involved in IT for many years running IT provision and support teams in various companies including Cable & Wireless. He has a broad knowledge of IT and the skill and experience to pass it on to his students.
Get More from Your PC
Tutor: Vic BrownKendal, Mon, 19:00-21:30, 8 sessions from 27 Sep
If you have learned the basics but want to use your PC more effectively then this course is for you. Topics will be decided in discussion with the students but are likely to include better use of internet, email and word processing, security issues and managing your files.
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Wednesday Afternoon Computing
Tutor: Chris WoodSedbergh, Wed, 13:30-15:30, 8 sessions from 29 Sep
This course is aimed at beginners, or people who have had a PC for a while but who do not feel confident. The exact content will be determined to a large extent by the students but will include using popular application such as internet and email, managing files, security issues
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How to Buy and Sell on eBay
Tutor: Chris WoodA short course about using the eBay online market place. Learn how to find, bid and pay for items you wish to buy. Find out how to put your unwanted goods up for sale, and hopefully make a bit of spare cash from them.
Sedbergh, Tue, 18:30-21:30, Workshop 26 Oct
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Intro to Digital Cameras
Tutor: Chris WoodKirkby Lonsdale, Mon, 19:00-21:30, 4 sessions from 27 Sep
A short course for people who have a digital camera but aren't sure how to use it. Learn about the camera's controls, how to download you pictures to the computer and make simple changes to them. Get tips on how to take better pictures in the first place. A £6 First Steps course.
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Digital Cameras Intro
Tutor: Frank BalaamKendal, Wed, 19:00-21:30, 5 sessions from 22 Sep
A short course that will help you to understand your digital camera and take better pictures. Includes an introduction to downloading photos to your PC and making simple changes to them.
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Woman on a Train in Sri Lanka by Frank Balaam
Frank Balaam is an enthusiastic practicing photographer. An experienced tutor, he currently teaches photography at Lancaster University. He holds a 1st Class BA and an MA in his subject.
Digital Cameras 2
Tutor: Frank BalaamKendal, Wed, 19:00-21:30, 8 sessions from 19 Jan
This course builds on our Digital Cameras Intro course 0079 which runs in September 2010. Digital Cameras 2 will look in more depth at photographic techniques, choice and use of equipment, and how to use image-editing software to enhance your pictures.
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Photography & Image Editing Begin
Tutor: David BarrettSedbergh, Wed, 19:00-21:00, 10 sessions from 22 Sep
This course begins to look at the subject of capturing and sharing great images. As well as helping you to understand what makes a “good picture” it will also introduce you to camera controls, digital imaging software, and online picture sharing.
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David Barrett spent 20 years in the IT industry. A keen photographer since he picked up a camera in the 1970s, David’s approach to photography is to master the technology to concentrate on creativity.
Photography & Image Editing Inter
Tutor: David BarrettSedbergh, Wed, 19:00-21:00, 10 sessions from 19 Jan
In this course, as well as exploring the creative side of photography, we learn about using our cameras, computers, image editing software and online photo sharing accounts so that we can get on with what photography should be about: capturing and sharing great images.
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