Hepburn Shire Neighbourhood Houses

Technology at Creswick

Introduction to Computers*

Learn and practice all the basics you need to know to get started using a computer confidently. Search the internet effectively using search engines, format a word document or letter and learn good file management skills. Develop your computer ability in a friendly and supportive environment with an experienced teacher.

Tuesdays from October 30 (8 sessions) 10.00am - 12.30pm
$154 ($129 + amenity fee $25) or $75 Conc. ($50 + amenity fee $25) Tutor: Glenn Garrett

Gadgets

USB drives, hard drives, headphones, downloading device files, and photo scanning? Bring your gadget and your questions to have the whole lot de-mystified.

Saturday November 10 (1 Session) 10am - 12pm Tutor: Glenn Garrett $25 ($12 Conc.)

Ipads and Tablets and E-Readers

Thinking of buying one of these or just bought one and not sure how to make the most of it? Come along to this informative and bring your tablet and questions with you.

Saturday November 17 (1 Session) 10am - 12pm Tutor: Glenn Garrett $25 ($12 Conc.)

Shopping and Banking Online

People seem to get great bargains shopping online but using your bank details over the internet can be risky. Find out some helpful ways to shop and bank online while protecting your identity and bank details. Discuss which online stores are safe and how to use systems and sites like PayPal and eBay.

Thursday December 6 (1 Session) 10am - 1.00pm $25 ($20 Conc.) Tutor: Glenn Garrett

What is Skype?

Want to make free phone calls? It's easy as long as you have access to the internet. Come along to this easy workshop and create an account with Skype and find out how this useful and free application works. Bring along the details of your email account including login and password and a credit or debit card.

Saturday November 24 (1 Session) 11am - 12.30pm $20 ($15 Conc.) Tutor: Glenn Garrett

eBay Made Easy

Discover the exciting world of the online eBay market place. Whether you want to buy or sell valuables, junk or handmade creations this class will guide you through the ways of transacting over the Internet and setting up eBay and Paypal accounts for safe buying and selling online. Find out about successful bidding including pre-set maximum bidding. Bring along some lunch.

Saturday December 1 (1 Session) 10am - 2pm $40 ($30 conc.) Tutor: Glenn Garrett

Introduction to Digital Photography

Take great shots with your digital camera. Explore perspective, use of flash and other basic digital camera functions with a professional photographer. Get assistance with downloading and saving your images. Bring along your download cord, camera, batteries and manual.

Phone the Centre to register your interest: 5345 2356

Video Editing for Beginners

If you have home movies you'd like to edit and save in a more viewable format come along to this workshop and learn the basics you need to know to download, save and edit your films. Bring along your camera, cable and any video tapes you might have as well as a manual for your camera if you have one.