All manuals are $10.50 each with the exception of Computer Savvy Seniors and Computer Savvy Seniors Part 2 which are $20.00 each.

Introduction to Windows

Versions: Vista, Windows 7

An overview of how Windows works, where files are stored, and how to manage these files.  The next step after Introduction to Computers, this manual reviews some basic Windows features and goes deeper into the file structure of Windows.

Topics include: The desktop; Working with a Window; Working with files, folders, and objects; Working with programs; Windows Explorer; The Recycle Bin; Shortcuts; Finding Files; The Control Panel



Introduction to Email

Versions: Gmail, Yahoo!Mail

For new or almost new users of email, this manual walks the student through setting up a free email account and shows them what to do with it.

Topics include: Email basics; Program options; Compose and send an email; Receive email;  Manage your messages; Attachments;· Contact Lists

Introduction to the Internet

Versions: Internet Explorer 8, Internet Explorer 7

For the Internet novice, this manuals covers the basics of the internet.

Topics include: A brief history of the Internet; How to access the Internet; Internet basics; Using search engines; Printing, saving and downloading; Internet security

Introduction to Excel

Versions: Office 2010, Office 2007

For the novice or new user of Excel, this manual starts with the basics of entering data, formatting, formulas, and printing a workbook. 

Topics include: Elements of a workbook; Opening and closing a workbook; Getting started; Formatting the worksheet; Introduction to formulas; Copying data; Editing entries; Printing and page formatting


Intermediate Excel

Versions: Office 2010, Office 2007

For the more experienced Excel user, this manual covers how to create formulas to make calculations quicker and easier, how to use various functions and how to use charts and graphs.

Topics include: Entering formulas; Copying and moving formulas; Absolute and relative references; Other formula features; Troubleshooting formulas; Overview of functions; SUM function; TODAY and NOW functions; PMT function; IF function; AVERAGE, MIN, MAX, and COUNT functions; Charts and Graphs


Advanced Excel

Versions: Office 2010, Office 2007

For the experienced Excel user who wants more information on how to use Excel as a database.

Topics include: Single level sorting; Multiple level sorting; User defined sort lists; Filtering data;
 Using AutoFilter; Pivot Tables; Mail Merge

Introduction to Word

Versions: Office 2010, Office 2007

For the novice of new user of Word, this manual covers typing a letter, formatting, printing and editing.

Topics include: Entering text; Saving a document; Opening and editing a document; Navigating a document; Moving and copying text; Basic formatting; Page appearance; Tools and printing


Intermediate Word

Versions: Office 2010, Office 2007
For the more experience Word user, this manual covers more in depth formatting techniques and how to create and use a template.

Topics include: The formatting toolbar; Navigating a document; Selecting text; Character formatting; Paragraph selection, Formatting, and alignment; Tab stops; Indentation;  Shading and borders; Bulleted and numbered lists; Line and paragraph spacing; Margins


Introduction to Publisher

Versions: Office 2010, Office 2007

For the novice or new user of Publisher, this manual walks through creating two different types of cards, labels, letterhead, and envelopes.

Topics include: What is Microsoft Publisher; Using the wizard to create a publication; Saving a publication; Moving around a publication; Working with frames; Working with text; Changing the design; Changing the color scheme; Creating a new text frame;· Deleting a frame; Changing graphics

Introduction to PowerPoint

Versions: Office 2010, Office 2007

For the novice or new user of PowerPoint, this manual covers using the Design Template and the AutoContent Wizard.

Topics include:Using the AutoContent Wizard; Saving your presentation; Different viewing options; Editing a presentation;· Managing slides; Using a Design Template; Editing slides; Transitions, sounds, timing and animation; Printing the presentation;· Elements of a good presentation

Introduction to Access

Versions: Office 2010

For the novice or new user of Access, this manual walks through creating tables, queries, forms and reports.

Topics include: What is a database; Creating a table; Adding table fields and records; Modify an existing table; Create table relationships; Queries; Simple Query Wizard; Define selection criteria; Create a form; Form Wizard; Create a report; Report Wizard

Digital Picture Basics (Picasa)

Versions: 3.6, 2.5, 2.0

Using Picasa, a free download from Google, learn how to download, organize, and edit your digital pictures.  Picasa is a simple program to use with fun editing tools and easy organizing tools for the novice to intermediate level user.

Topics include: Digital camera basics; Downloading photos; Organize your pictures; Edit your pictures; Printing and sharing pictures; Other features, including gift CDs; Backing up your pictures

WinWay Resume Deluxe

Versions: 11

Use templates and samples to create your resume and other business letters.  Keep track of contacts as you progress through your job search.  Use the video presentations to practice for interviews and get tips about the job search process.

Topics include: Resume Wizard; Edit resume text; Audit resume; Letters; Format changes; Save and send; Contacts; Envelopes; Video help  


Computer Savvy Seniors

Versions: Windows 7/Office 2010/IE8, Windows 7/Office 2010/IE7, Windows Vista/Office 2007/IE7

A unique curriculum for the over-55 computer novice.  This manual is written for a 10 session class that meets for 3 hours each session.  A comprehensive program to get a computer novice comfortable with using their computer. The class is  slow paced with lots of review and exercises.  In class exercises as well as take home exercises are included, as well as a final class evaluation. · 


Lesson 1: Introduction to Computers
Lesson 2: Windows
Lesson 3: Windows Help
Lesson 4: Files, Folders, and Other Objects
Lesson 5: Programs
Lesson 6: File Management
Lesson 7: The Recycle Bin
Lesson 8: Other Windows Features
Lesson 9: Word Processing
Lesson 10: The Internet


Computer Savvy Seniors Part 2

Versions: Windows 7/Office 2007/IE7

A continuation of the original Computer Savvy Senior series.  This manual covers  Microsoft Word, Publisher, and Excel.  

See individual manuals (Intro to Word, Intro to Excel and Intro to Publisher) for topics covered.