Course
Advice
Introductory Courses
Are You New to Computers?
Introduction to Computers
For the new user who wants basic information on computer equipment, software, and potential uses. No prior experience with computers is necessary.Introduction to Windows
Our Introduction to Windows courses teach basic, end-user tasks for beginning Windows users. For example, you will learn how to organize your workspace, copy and delete files, and launch software applications. It is recommended that you first take Introduction to Computers or have some experience using a computer.
We offer Introduction to Windows courses in Windows XP and Windows Vista. We recommend that you take the course in the version of Windows that you are planning to use at home or work.
After the introductory Windows course, you can take Intermediate Applications of Windows XP (for Windows XP users), or you can go directly
into your area of interest, such as software applications, networking, or
programming. Check the individual courses for prerequisite information.
If you're looking for Windows courses beyond the basics, we offer Windows administration courses for IT professionals who manage Windows XP Professional or Windows Vista at the desktop. We also have a course series for system administrators who manage a network using Windows Server 2003. See our networking advice if you are interested in these courses.
Introductory Software Courses
Windows offers a variety of software applications, including Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and many others. The introductory levels of these courses require that you have some basic experience with the Windows operating system. Specifically, you should have proficiency in mouse skills (clicking, double-clicking, dragging, and using pull-down menus), and you should know how to open and save files, cut and paste, and resize/move windows. If you want to take an application class and you don't have this experience, you should first take one of our Introduction to Windows courses.
If you already have experience with the Windows operating system, you may consider skipping the introductory Windows class and going directly to an application class. Before making this decision, be sure you have the equivalent experience of the Introduction to Windows class.
If you are having trouble deciding which course is best for you, call Paul Westermann at (314) 984-9000, or email info@micros.umsl.edu
