The Jefferson Parish Library computer classes are designed to assist you in acquiring practical skills needed to use a computer. Small classes allow for individual attention and hands-on experience.

All classes are beginning level and are FREE! Each class is a one-time two hour class. Classes are held at both East Bank Regional Library and West Bank Regional Library. Below is a sampling of some of the classes we offer.

Basic Computer Skills

Basic Word

Internet Basics

Searching the Library Catalog

Using the library catalog Learn the following:

How to look up books, videos, music, CD-ROMs, DVDs and children's material

search by subject title or author

have a book shipped to your local branch

check your Library record

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A basic introduction to the Internet and how to access the resources available there. The class covers topics such As:

browser functions

search engines

basic searching
techniques

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Using Microsoft Word, learn basic word processing skills such as:

Setting margins

Formatting text

Saving your work

Printing Your Work, and much more

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A basic introduction to computers emphasizing skills to help you actually use a computer. Topics covered include:

Using a mouse

Basic Windows

Saving your work

Printing Your Work

Print Handout


Please Note: You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed in order to be able to view the handouts. Adobe Acrobat Reader is a free download, available here:
                                                     


 

Click East Bank Regional Class Schedule to see which class is being offered at this time, view a schedule of classes held at East Bank Regional Library and even register online.

Click West Bank Regional Class Schedule to see which class is being offered at this time, view a schedule of classes held at West Bank Regional Library and even register online.

For more information contact the computer trainers at  504-838-1144.