Computer Lab

Computer Lab
Class Overview

Upon entering the computer lab, each participant has the advantage of completing 4 computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access). They are also able to learn Keyboarding and Internet. All computer applications consist of Basic, Intermediate and Advance. There are ideal time frames for each of the applications to be finished. Following is a list of these time frames:

(Depending on skill level)	40 hr.	20 hr.
Keyboarding	2-4 weeks	4-8 weeks
Microsoft Word 97	3-4 weeks	6-8 weeks
Microsoft Excel 97	3-4 weeks	6-8 weeks
Microsoft PowerPoint 97	2-3 weeks	4-6 weeks
Microsoft Access 97	3-4 weeks	4-8 weeks

Each computer application is actual hands on work. The books used have Skills Review and Visual Workshops that must also be done in class and turned in along with work throughout the chapters. These are reviewed for accuracy and possible problems that may need to be
corrected and redone.

Ideal time frames for completion of all components is 18 weeks for a 40-hour participant and 36 weeks for a 20-hour participant. These time frames could vary depending on absenteeism and skill level.

A certificate is awarded to each participant for each discipline completed. At this point one may obtain up to 4 certificates. A bonus is given after all 4 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) are completed.

The computer lab is open from 8:00 to 4:30, Monday thru Friday. Participants, who are 40 hours, may take lunch between 12:00 and 1:00.The hours for 40-hour students are 8:00 to 4:00 or 8:30 to 4:30.The hours for 20-hour students are 8:00 to 12:00 or 12:30 to 4:30. They may also have two 15-minute breaks at 10:00 and 2:00.All participants must clock in and out, and also clock in and out for lunch. They are asked to call in by 9:00am if not attending, and are required to bring an excuse for any time missed. If a participant needs to change their schedule in any way (change lunch break, leave early, outside appointments, etc.), they are asked to give the instructor one day notice prior to schedule change or no later than 9:00am the same day. All participants are asked to notify the instructor before leaving the computer lab for any reason other than scheduled break times.

We are working toward an atmosphere as close to a workplace as possible. This way, participants will be use to time constraints, rules, responsibility, and work accuracy. Since it would not be possible to take a child with you to most places of employment, back-up childcare plans must be made. We will also be developing teamwork and interoffice social skills. A job shadowing activity will be added for basic clerical skills, utilizing the support staff of the ETSU Community Partnership Center. Cell phones are not allowed in classrooms.

The number for the instructor, Vickie Smith, is 232-5731.
All other incoming calls from family, schools, employers, and etc., should go through the main number, 232-5730.