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NAU / Flagstaff / Computer Training Center
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"NAU
offers outstanding Elderhostel programs. They are well organized, good
instructors, excellent computer lab and I always enjoy being in Flagstaff."
- Gerald Hubble attending his 19th NAU program!
Synopsis 
Enter the modern and cozy Northern Arizona University Computer Training Center where the instructor and
lab aides will patiently teach you new skills and turn you on
to cutting edge technology. All of this takes place, of course, beneath the incredible
beauty of Arizona's San Francisco Peaks.
Here you will be a short journey
from many of America's greatest treasures. Go from mouse
to master, take in the scenery and learn something exciting today. Below is
a list of our current offerings.
Course Descriptions
Beginning Computers: The Internet,
Windows, Word Processing, E-mail #1055 (4 nights)
This hands-on course is your comprehensive introduction to the world
of computers. Get comfortable and gain proficiency using the Internet,
Windows, and basic word processing techniques. With help from our experts,
learn to send/receive E-mail to friends and relatives. Uncover basic
information about digital cameras, scanners and personal digital assistants
and download pictures and text for letters and cards. Explore the creation
and management of files using Windows and Word. Gain the knowledge to buy or
upgrade your computer. Recommended for beginners or as a refresher. Personal
Pentium IV computer for each participant. Lab aides assist hostelers and
instructor during class and open lab sessions.
Note: Includes three full days in the Computer Training Center
located in the new College of Business at Northern Arizona University (on
the NAU campus and just 1/4 mile from hotel; shuttle available)and evening lab time.
Digital Photography and Adobe Photoshop Elements # 7868 (4 nights)
Explore the tools and techniques used by professional photographers
to create visually stunning images. With a combination of hands-on computer
instruction, in-class projects and a photography excursion, you'll optimize
your photos in our state-of-the-art computer training facility. Your
instructor and lab aids can work with a broad range of computer abilities,
however some basic computer skills are necessary in order to get the most
out of this program. You'll work with Adobe Photoshop Elements to refine and
correct your photos as well as prepare them for email, greeting cards,
enlargements, and web pages. Receive the latest tips for selecting,
purchasing and using digital photography equipment.
Note: Participants are encouraged to bring their personal digital cameras
if they have one. The program will have cameras for share for those that do
not. Includes 3 full days
in the Computer Training Center located in the new College of Business at
Northern Arizona University (on the NAU campus and just 1/4 mile
from hotel; shuttle available) and evening lab time.
Digital Photography in the
Field & Adobe Photoshop Elements, Beginner Level
#15468
(5 nights)
NEW this fall
Capture some of the most photogenic sites in the
Southwest including Grand Canyon and the San Francisco Peaks then utilize
PhotoShop Elements to create visually stunning images. Spend 2 days in the
field with a professional photographer learning/honing your skills (incl.
composition, lighting/exposure, wide angle/close up, flash).With hands-on
instruction and in-class projects, optimize your photos in our
state-of-the-art computer training facility. Previous computer skill,
proficiency with Windows and creating files/folders are a must! Use Adobe
PhotoShop Elements to refine/correct your photos to prepare them for
email/greeting cards/enlargements/web pages. Create a photo CD/slide show by
week’s end to share with fellow classmates.
Bring your digital camera, manual and memory card. Course includes two
full days in the Computer Training Center located in the new College of
Business at Northern Arizona University (on the NAU campus and just 1/4 mile
from hotel; shuttle available) and evening computer lab time. Student lab
aides assist during lab time.
Digital Photography In The Field And Adobe Photoshop Elements -
Intermediate Level #15469
(4 nights)
NEW this fall
Master the computer techniques used by professionals to create
visually stunning images. This course combines a photo shoot to the
Sunset Crater/San Francisco Peaks volcanic field, hands-on
instruction by a professional photographer, and in-class computer
use in our state-of-the-art Computer Training Center. Work with
Adobe Photoshop Elements software and your photo images in the
“digital darkroom” to make the transition to technically and
artistically beautiful images. Apply layering, sharpening, and
repair techniques to create your final polished images transferable
to CD, e-mail, printer or slideshow format. This program is designed
for experienced users of Photoshop Elements with strong computer
skills and proficiency with Windows.
This class builds on Adobe Photoshop course #7868 featured above.
Intermediate Photoshop Elements is designed for the experienced
digital photographer who is looking to explore the advanced
applications of Photoshop Elements imaging tools. Bring your digital
camera, manual and memory card. Course includes a photo field trip
day and two full days in the Computer Training Center located in the
new College of Business at Northern Arizona University (on the NAU
campus and just 1/4 mile from hotel; shuttle available) including
evening computer lab time. Student lab aides assist during all lab
sessions.
Web Page Design # 8720 (4 nights)
Explore the tools and techniques used to create
and build your own website. With a combination of hands-on
instruction and in-class projects, learn about and practice your web
design skills. The class covers basic web design principles;
provides an overview of today's most popular software packages and
gives you the skills to craft your own webpage and post it to a web
server. Explore differences between Dreamweaver, Fireworks,
FrontPage and free downloadable programs. The instructor will supply
useful links and resources so you can perfect your webpage at home.
Instructor/lab aides work with a broad range of computer abilities,
however, basic computer skills and proficiency with Windows and
creating files/folders is absolutely necessary.
Note: Includes three full days in the Computer Training Center
located in the new College of Business at Northern Arizona
University (on the NAU campus and just 1/4 mile from hotel; shuttle
available) and evening lab time.
Accommodations
Modern hotel with private bath, outdoor
pool, and spa. Conveniently located 1/4 mile from the Computer Training
Center and the campus of NAU in
Flagstaff. A shuttle is provided from the hotel to the
classroom for those who desire.
Seasons Offered
Winter, Summer and Fall Catalogs
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