Training


Derwent Valley Online Access Centre staff are skilled in various software applications and are willing to help "patrons" improve their skills in using computers.

1 on 1 Training

  • Available to anyone who wishes to enhance or refresh their computer skills.
  • Can supplement training courses where they don't fit with patrons needs.
  • A variety of skills can be examined that are outside the normal everyday computer user.

Basic Training

Introduction to Computers/Internet

  • Understand some of the terminology associated with computers.
  • Use the basic functions of the computer and the Windows Environment.
  • Manage and use appropriate software.
  • Select and manipulate material for specific needs.
  • Produce material for personal use.
  • What is the internet & basic terminology.
  • Search for information on the World Wild Web (WWW).
  • Use basic functions of an Internet browser.
  • Examine ethical and etiquette issues in using the Internet.
  • Develop skills in the use of E-mail.
  • Select and manipulate files and information from the Internet.

Introduction to Adobe Photoshop 7

  • Import photos and images to Adobe Photoshop.
  • Develop an understanding of the extensive tools available.
  • Make corrections to photographs, such as 'red eye' and signs of age to media.
  • Learn to find and apply filters to images.
  • Exporting graphics to Image Ready in preparation for the Web.

Introduction to Digital Cameras and Imaging

  • Transferring images from a digital camera and saving them on a computer.
  • Scanning photographs and importing them to your computer.
  • Building a gallery of photographs on your computer.
  • Printing your edited photographs.
  • Assembling a photo album.

Contact Us to enquire further on 62611155 or come into the centre.






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