Jefferson Regional Medical Center Senior Services will offer new sessions of computer classes for ages 50 and up this summer. Two-day computer classes on different topics will be held on specified dates at the James Bibro Pavilion on the Jefferson Regional Medical Center campus, 565 Coal Valley Road, Jefferson Hills. Morning and afternoon classes are offered. The fee for each two-session class is $45.

All classes are limited to 10 students so early registration is advised. Free parking is available. Contact Jefferson Regional Senior Services, 412-469-7099, to sign up or obtain more information.

The class schedule is as follows:

Basic Computers 1 & 2

Mondays, June 21 and 28

9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

No previous computer knowledge is required.

This class provides hands-on experience using Windows software.  The first class will explain how to turn a computer on and off, the basic functions of the mouse and keyboard, how to use Windows, search menus and more.  The second class will provide time for review and progress to understanding scroll bars, using drop down menus and other ways to interact with your computer.

The Internet 1 & 2

Tuesday, July 6 and Monday, July 12

9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Prerequisite:  Basic Computers Parts 1 & 2 or equivalent knowledge.

The Internet will provide hands-on experience.  The first class will explain the basics of search engines and browsers.  You will learn how to connect to the Internet and how to navigate your way around the World Wide Web.  The second class will provide time for review and practice.  You will also learn how to find Web sites more quickly.  The second class will discuss browsers in more detail, show you how to download programs, search more effectively, and avoid viruses.

E-mail 1 & 2

Mondays, July 19 & 26

9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Prerequisite:  Basic Computers Parts 1 & 2 and Searching the Internet

This class will provide hands-on experience while you learn the basics of e-mail.  Find out how e-mail works and learn to read, write, send, forward and reply to messages.  The second class will provide time for review; explore setting up your address book, sending to multiple recipients, sending attachments, and more. This class will be taught using Outlook Express.

Basic Computers 3 & 4

Mondays, August 2 & 9

9:30 to 11:30 AM

Prerequisite:  Basic Computers Part 1 & 2 or equivalent knowledge.

If you enjoyed basic computers parts 1 & 2 you’ll love this class!  Basic Computers 3 & 4 applies and reviews the skills learned in parts 1 & 2.  This class offers hands-on experience practicing the fundamentals while taking your knowledge to the next level.  You will learn how to easily save information, find it, and create shortcuts on your computer.  We will also learn how to install new programs and customize your computer to fit your specific needs.  After this class, working with your computer will be easy and fun.

Basic Digital Cameras 1&2

Mondays, Aug. 16 and 23

9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Prerequisite: Basic Computers Parts 1 & 2 or equivalent knowledge.

This class is divided into two, two-hour sessions to provide you with plenty of time to practice using digital cameras.  Don’t worry if you do not have a digital camera.  This basic digital camera class will teach you what you need to know before you buy a camera as well as how to use it after you purchase one. You will learn how to take pictures, transfer pictures to your computer, edit your photographs, and send photos to your friends and relatives and more.  (Digital cameras provided in class.)

Buying and Selling on eBay

Wednesdays, Sept. 1 and 8

9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Prerequisite:  Basic Computer and Internet knowledge

This course will provide hands-on experience with registration, searching and bidding.   The second half of this course will discuss the basics of setting up your own auctions, making sound purchases, avoiding fraud, and will illustrate the importance of choosing the right payment methods.  Students will learn to navigate eBay to comfortably shop and sell.  This is the only eBay class in which students will learn hands-on, by actually listing and bidding on eBay.