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308 North Walnut
Pittsburg, Kansas 66762
Phone (620) 231-8110
Fax (620) 232-2258
LIBRARY HOURS: Monday through Thursday 9:00-8:00; Friday & Saturday 9:00-5:00; Sunday 1:00-5:00

PPL Computer Lab
The library's computer lab, provided by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is one of six granted training labs in Kansas. A Computer Lab Assistant is available to assist with basic computer usage during all hours of library operation. The library regularly offers a variety of free computer classes for the public. They last approximately 90 minutes, and no registration or sign-up is required.

When it is not being used for training, the lab is open for public use (ages 16 and older).
The library also now offers wireless Internet access in the lab and throughout the building during library hours.

SCHEDULE OF CLASSES
Visit the library's blog at http://pittsburgpubliclibrary.blogspot.com for current information.

SKILLS PRACTICE
Try Mousing Around to learn to use a mouse and to practice your skills!

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS & HANDOUTS
Class descriptions and handouts from some of the classes the library has offered in the past are linked to below. The handouts are in pdf format, so you may need to download Adobe Reader in order to view or print them if it is not already installed on your computer.
Mouse for Beginners
If you’ve never used a computer before, this is the place to start! Participants will receive help and instruction on using a mouse effectively and will be able to practice at their own pace. This beginner class is designed for those who have little or no mouse or computer experience. Give it a try!
Computer Basics
Computer Basics is a new class for participants at the beginner level. We start by powering-on the computer and finish with learning how to shutdown. The class will cover the components of the computer desktop including the taskbar and icons. We’ll discuss opening and closing programs, when to single-click or double-click, along with other basic computer skills. Participants should be familiar with the mouse and keyboard.
Copy & Paste Workshop
Copy and paste is one of the most widely used computer functions. It allows the user to "copy" text, photos, or graphic elements and "paste" them into another document. It can also be used to easily copy files and folders. In addition to the many uses for copy and paste, we will discuss keyboard shortcuts, online forms, and the clipboard. Participants will have time to practice their skills and ask questions. It is recommended that you attend "Mouse for Beginners" first, unless you already have the ability to use a mouse.
Introduction to Microsoft Word
Learn the basics of word processing in this introductory class. This class will cover formatting text, saving to disk, how to cut, copy, and paste text as well as other basics of Microsoft Word. Participants should have the ability to use a mouse and keyboard, as well as a basic familiarity with Windows.
Intermediate Microsoft Word
This class will cover formatting text, bullets and numbered lists, saving, and printing. This hands-on workshop is for people with basic mouse and keyboard skills. It is recommended that you have taken "Introduction to Microsoft Word" first, unless you already have basic word processing skills.
Introduction to Microsoft Excel
Excel is a spreadsheet program used to format, arrange, sort, and calculate data. This class will cover the basics of this program including setting up a spreadsheet, entering information, and creating simple formulas. Participants should have the ability to use a mouse and keyboard, as well as a basic familiarity with Windows.
Introduction to the Internet
This class will explain basic Internet concepts, show you how to navigate around the Web, and teach you basic browsing, searching, and printing skills using Internet Explorer. Participants should have the ability to use a mouse and keyboard, as well as a basic familiarity with Windows.
Internet Searching
This class starts with a short lesson on searching and browsing the Internet, using Internet Explorer. From there, participants may use the remaining time to practice their skills and ask questions about searching and surfing the Web. Participants should have the ability to use a mouse and keyboard, as well as a basic familiarity with Windows.
Introduction to Microsoft Publisher
This class will introduce you to desktop publishing using Microsoft Publisher. Learn how to create flyers, newsletters, greeting cards and more. This hands-on workshop is for people with basic mouse and keyboard skills. It is recommended that you take "Introduction to Microsoft Word" first, unless you already have basic word processing skills.
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint
This class will introduce you to Microsoft PowerPoint, part of the Microsoft Office suite. PowerPoint creates multimedia presentations that display information in a graphical format. This class will help you understand the basics of creating slides with text and graphics and how to show a presentation. It is recommended that you have attended an introductory course on Word or Publisher unless you already have a basic knowledge of at least one of these programs.


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