Computer Bootcamp

Here's an outline for a 10-hour basic computer proficiency class with a focus on Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and graphics. 

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Session 1: Introduction to Computers and Basic Operations

• Overview of computer hardware, software, and peripherals

• Basic operations: turning on/off the computer, using the mouse and keyboard

• Introduction to the desktop, icons, and file management

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Session 2: Internet and Email Basics

• Introduction to the internet and web browsers

• Navigating websites, searching the internet, and using bookmarks

• Email basics: composing, sending, and receiving emails, managing email folders

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Session 3: Introduction to Microsoft Word

• Creating, saving, and opening documents

• Basic formatting and editing of text

• Inserting and formatting images

• Saving and printing documents

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Session 4: Introduction to Microsoft Excel

• Creating, saving, and opening workbooks

• Understanding cells, rows, and columns

• Entering data and basic formulas

• Formatting and charting data

• Saving and printing workbooks

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Session 5: Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint

• Creating, saving, and opening presentations

• Adding and formatting slides

• Inserting and formatting text, images, and graphics

• Adding multimedia elements (e.g. videos, audio)

• Saving and presenting presentations

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Session 6: Graphics and Images

• Introduction to basic graphic design concepts

• Using graphic design software (e.g. Canva, GIMP) to create graphics

• Formatting and editing graphics for use in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

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Session 7: Advanced Microsoft Word

• Creating and formatting tables

• Working with headers and footers

• Creating and formatting lists

• Using templates and styles

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Session 8: Advanced Microsoft Excel

• Advanced formulas and functions

• Sorting and filtering data

• Working with multiple worksheets and workbooks

• Creating Graphs that use spreadsheet data

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Session 9: Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint

• Customizing slide layouts and templates

• Adding animations and transitions

• Collaborating on presentations with others

• Printing and sharing presentations

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Session 10: Security and Maintenance

• Overview of computer security threats and best practices (e.g. antivirus software, strong passwords)

• Maintaining the computer: updating software, managing files and folders, backing up data

• Troubleshooting common issues (e.g. frozen programs, slow performance)

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Note: The above outline is just a sample and can be adjusted depending on the needs and goals of the learners.