Computer Basics & NorthStar

The computer is used to create documents, like résumés, and to conduct online job searches. Seats are limited to 16 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served walk-in basis. Please arrive a half-hour early to sign in for a seat at one of the 16 workstations. No entry 20 minutes after class starts.

For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact the Center for Accessibility at [email protected] or 202-727-2142.

Instructor: P. Bond

MLK Jr. Memorial Library Adult Learning Department Computer Lab - Room 202-O

Required Skills: The ability to read and comprehend English well.

You will learn to:

• Identify basic computer components and operating system features.

• Execute basic mouse techniques.

• Perform basic keyboard strokes and functions.

• Identify and navigate the features of the desktop.

• Open and exit software programs.

• Identify and navigate the Windows environment of Microsoft software applications.

• Create and save a document to the desktop or to a flash drive.