Cameras & Computers 2010

Please note the following

In most cases classes will be taught by the tutor named in the brochure/website on the dates stated.  We make every effort to make our programme as accurate as possible at the time of printing.  We do, however, reserve the right to make any changes that may be necessary.

Location: 

Risingholme - course to be held at Risingholme Community Centre

Riccarton - course to be held at Riccarton High School, Curletts Road

CGHS or Christchurch Girls' High - course to be held at Christchurch Girls' High School, 10 Matai Street

Shirley Boys' High School - course to be held at SBHS, corner of North Parade and Averill Street.

Shirley Community Centre - course to be held at Shirley Community Centre, corner of Shirley Rd and Slater Street.

 

Refund Policy

1.      If a class does not commence due to insufficient enrolments, fees will be refunded fully.

2.      A refund less $20 administration fee will be given if a student withdraws within one week prior to course commencement.

3.      As many of our courses are run on a self-funded basis, it means that your enrolment may have helped to get a        

         course started.  Therefore NO refunds given on the day of course commencement and after course commencement.

 

A certificate of attendance is available to those students who attend 80% of their course.

UPDATING YOUR SKILLS FOR EMPLOYMENT           Riccarton High                            J

This course aims to improve your Word Processing skills; help you to update your CV and content. Course content will also cover topics such as looking for appropriate work on the Internet and using email, Seek, TradeMe jobs, cover letters; how to respond to advertisements; Excel basics and Introduction to Access

Term 4        Thurs 14 Oct 2 Dec

Fee              $50    8 wks   6 – 8 pm

Location:     Riccarton High School

Tutor           Helen Arnold-Morgan

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA    Risingholme

An introduction to digital cameras and digital photography for those who are about to, or just have, embarked on the digital photography journey.  No previous photographic experience is required and you don’t have to be a computer user. Those students who have a digital camera should bring it to the first class and subsequent classes.  Students will need to spend between $20 and $30 during the course on prints from digital labs around the city. (limited spaces available)

Term 4      Tues 12 Oct – 16 Nov

Fee            $70

Length        6 wks  

Time           9.30 – 11.30 am

Location     Risingholme

Tutor          Lawrence Roberts

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

COMPUTING – Building your confidence        St Stephen's Community Centre

This course aims to provide students with lifelong skills through computer literacy and numeracy. Classes are small, informal and friendly; so there is lots of time for individual help. Topics will include Internet, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, providing access to business software. The course will be tailored to suit the needs and interests of the group.

Term 4        Fri 15 Oct – 10 Dec

Beginners    11.00 am – 1 pm

Beyond Beginners  9.00 - 11.00 am

Location      St Stephen’s Community Centre, Burnside

Fee             $40 plus photocopying charges for notes. 8wks

Tutor           Mary Botting

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

COMPUTER SKILLS FOR HOME AND OFFICE    Shirley Boys' High

MS Word 6.30 – 7.30pm

MS Excel 7.30 – 8.30pm

In a small class build on your existing computer knowledge to increase your skills in MS Office. You’ll learn short cuts and handy tips to help you work more efficiently at home or in the office.  From 6.30 –7.30 pm the focus is on MS Word.  From 7.30 – 8.30 pm the focus will be on spread sheeting skills using MS Excel. Enrol in both classes for $105. Maximum 10 students

Term 4        Mon 11 Oct - 22 Nov     No class on Labour Day - Monday 25 October

Fee              $60 each course or $100 for both     

Length         6 wks

Location       Shirley Boys’ High School

Tutor           Mary Botting

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

COMPUTING BASICS            Shirley Boys' High

Small, informal and friendly class with lots of time for individual help.  Starts from how to switch on the computer to the beginnings of internet, email, word processing and data management. The course will be tailored to suit the needs and interests of the group.  Maximum 8 students.

Term 4        Tues 12 Oct - 16 Nov

Fee              $60   

Length         6 wks  

Time             6 – 7 pm

Location       Shirley Boys’ High School

Tutor           Steven Hartwell

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

COMPUTER ACCOUNTING USING MYOB    Riccarton High

Know how to use a computer but want to learn the basics about MYOB in a fun environment?  Then this class is for you.  The course includes setting up accounts, invoicing customers, paying bills and printing reports. Students need to be able to use a computer.

Term 4        Wed 13 Oct -1 Dec

Fee              $90   

Length         8 wks

Time            7 – 9 pm

Location       Riccarton High School

Tutor           Nerida Henderson

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

MYOB Intermediate          Shirley Boys' High          J

This course is a follow up from the MYOB Beginners course. Students need to have basic keyboard and mouse skills.

Term 4        Mon 11 Oct - 29 Nov   No class on Labour Day - Monday 25 October

Fee              $90   

Length          7 wks

Time             6 – 8 pm

Location       Shirley Boys’ High School

Tutor           Nerida Henderson

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

INTRODUCTION TO WEBSITE DESIGN     Riccarton High

Create your own family or small business website.  Using HTML you will require only notepad and your browser to create your website.  The course also includes an introduction to CSS and JavaScript as well as how to upload your site onto the web and submit to search engines.

Term 3        Wed 28 Jul – 15 Sept

Fee              $70   

Length        8wks 

Time           7 – 9 pm

Location       Riccarton

Tutor         Wendy Groot

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Web Design - Beginners    Shirley Boys' High

At the end of this course you will have created your own family or small business website. Use HTML to create web pages using software you already have. This course includes an introduction to JavaScript and CSS, uploading your site to the web and submitting to search engines. Suitable for adults and teenagers 13+.Should be comfortable using the internet and saving files.  No other previous knowledge assumed.

Term 4        Tues 12  Oct - 23 Nov

Fee              $90   

Length          7 wks

Time            Tues 6 – 8 pm

Location       Shirley Boys’ High School

Tutor            Wendy Groot

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

WEBSITE DESIGN Intermediate     Riccarton High

Made a website which is not quite what you hoped it would be?  This course looks at ways of using JavaScript and CSS in combination with HTML to both improve the look of your website and to make it do things it does not currently do. Assumes a basic understanding of HTML, but you don’t need to already have a website.

Term 4        Wed 13 Oct - 1 Dec

Fee              $70   

Length         8 wks       7 - 9 pm

Location       Riccarton High School

Tutor           Wendy Groot

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

WEBSITE DESIGN Intermediate        Shirley Boys' High

In this intermediate class the focus is on reinforcing what you already know and building your confidence with web design.  Content will include CSS and Javascript and their integration with HTML to create dynamic, interactive websites.  Suitable for adults and teenagers 13+. Students need to have completed a Beginners class or have other appropriate experience. 

Term 4         Tues 12 Oct - 23 Nov

Fee              $90   

Length         7 wks            

Time            7 – 9 pm

Location       Shirley Boys’ High School

Tutor           Wendy Groot

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

PHOTOSHOP  Riccarton High

Adobe Photoshop is the “industry standard” software programme used to enhance and manipulate digital images and photos.  This vast programme is easily used by beginning students with a few hours of instruction and support. Absolutely everything you need to know to get started on your digital project.  Past students rave about this course!  Students should be familiar with PC and Windows. Bring own lunch and a USB stick/pen drive.

Term 4        Sat & Sun 30 & 31 Oct

Fee              $70      

Time            10 am – 3 pm

Location       Riccarton High School

Tutor           Anjie Connon

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

Photoshop for Beginners    Shirley Boys' High

Learn digital image manipulation to create great family photos, postcards and cards. Use your own photos or magazine pictures of your choice.  Course covers the use of the selection tools, retouching and modifying images.  Course uses Photoshop software but principles apply to other software.

Term 4        Tues 12 Oct - 16 Nov

Fee              $90   

Length          6 wks

Time             7 – 9 pm

Location       Shirley Boys’ High School

Tutor           Steven Hartwell

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

PHOTOMONTAGE – SALLY MASON Riccarton High

Learn the art of blending together a series of photographs to create a visual story - of a place, a family, a special occasion. This is a great way to portray a family, a special occasion, a holiday.  Create your own montage travel album.  No special photographic skills or equipment required. Printing costs for your photos involved, and students will need to purchase basic materials required. Please provide a contact e-mail on your enrolment form as the tutor will contact you with regards to equipment and what photos to bring. Tutor can be contacted at photosally@gmail.com

Term 4        Sat & Sun 20 & 21 Nov

Fee              $90                  

Time            9 – 4 pm

Location       Riccarton High School

Tutor           Sally Mason

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

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