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Training Schedule for Teachers

Our mission is simple: To make sure you have the computing skills to survive the 21st century. All you have to do is show up to class. We will take care of the rest. We’ll mold you into a confident and capable computer user. Your colleagues at the office will be amazed by your newly developed capabilities. They will watch in awe as you click your way to success, dominating that machine and making it your slave!
 
Join Computer Safari’s Boot Camp. It’s not just a another boring training class, it’s an adventure!

• Small classes: only five students in one classroom.
  
• Patient, friendly instructors.
  
• Intensive, 4-hour sessions for optimal learning.
  
• Convenient locations with plenty of free parking.
  
• On-site training and private training available.

April 2000 Schedule

All classes will be held at SuperGeeks’ World Wide
Headquarters located at 2304 S. King St. #101
(next to Longs across the Old Stadium Park)

Computer Technology Information

Computer Mastery

Computer Mastery requires the fluent use of the computer in the areas of Applied Technology, Databases, Desktop Publishing, Graphics, Multimedia, Operating Environments, Programming, Spreadsheets, Telecommunications and Wordprocessing to communicate, to solve problems and to express oneself creatively. Skills are integrated into various subjects and applied confidently without outside assistance, transferring easily from one software program to another.

Applied Technology

Combines skills from a variety of technology areas to produce items such as simulation models, games, reports and inventions. Evaluates current technology, assessing its effectiveness and limitation. Combines this evaluation with a mastery of technology skills to generate improvements and to conceptualize new designs. Devises new uses of computer technology to improve everyday life.

Databases

Creates complex relational databases using advanced formatting and editing features. Links data to outside wordprocessing and spreadsheet documents. Performs sophisticated sorts and queries to generate reports. Accesses other databases, and imports and manipulates information as needed.

Desktop Publishing

Creates professional newsletters, brochures, posters and magazines which suit a variety of purposes and audiences. Imports graphics, text and design elements as required. Combines aesthetics with a sophisticated understanding of the technical capabilities of publishing software.

Graphics

Creates powerful visual images with an array of computer graphics tools, moving freely from paper to digital media. Uses features such as 3-D modeling, morphing and other special effects. Maximizes the use of technology and understands how technical specifications affect performance.

Multimedia

Digitizes text, illustrations, photos, sound, animation, speech and video from multiple sources and platforms. Synthesizes technology and aesthetic elements into a powerful multimedia presentation that conveys mood, transmits knowledge and entertains.

Operating Environments

Explores the history and evolution of the computer. Sets up and configures peripherals, maximizing their performance. Possesses a fundamental knowledge of microchips, data storage, input/output devices, networks and printers. Troubleshoots computer and peripherals. Comfortable with emerging technology.

Programming

Identifies the most efficient steps required to achieve a goal and translates the procedure into programming language. Explores a variety of command and visual programming languages. Designs, builds and programs a variety of robots, vehicles and machines.

Spreadsheets

Faced with raw information, designs worksheets, links charts to other documents and forecasts numerical trends using complex functions and formulas. Displays the data in the most effective way using templates, charts and graphs. Can readily adapt a variety of spreadsheet applications from different programs.

Telecommunications

Applies telecommunication skills to converse with other people worldwide, to solve problems and to pursue information from libraries, BBS's and other global services. Writes scripts using navigational software and understands how networks are configured, the function of system operators and technical terms such as: data packets, modulation and handshakes.

Wordprocessing

Uses wordprocessing programs to compose a variety of sophisticated documents. Imports tables, charts and graphics. Uses tools to check grammar and spelling. Adds headers, footers, dates, page numbers and other features to create a polished product. Demonstrates an awareness of the flexibility and limitations of various programs. Able to transfer and to apply acquired skills to more complex wordprocessing environments.