Download the Computer Literacy Quiz
Click to download a doc or PDF to test your knowledge. Answers included at the end. No cheating...!
Download the Microsoft Word 2007/2010 Test
Click to download a doc or PDF to test your knowledge. Answers included at the end. Don't cheat!

Learn How to Operate Computers - English y Español
Computer Basics classes include basic introduction to keyboard, operating systems, and how to type.

Need a typing test for a job?
Typing tests are given during all Business Computer Applications class meetings, day or evening, Room 112. The fee is $20. (No testing during the first week of classes.)

Marketing Class
Marketing for promoting and presenting your work or computer-based business.

Graphics, Web Publishing, Adobe Applications
Graphics, photo editing, print and web publishing classes include Basic Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Dreamweaver and Web Projects. Saturday Workshops provide short one-day sessions to explore Photoshop, InDesign, and Dreamweaver.

Microsoft Office
Microsoft Office products may include Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Computer Basics

BASIC COMPUTER LITERACY - Miller / Rosen
This course is for students with minimal experience who want to be introduced to the fundamentals of hardware and software, the Windows operating system, Internet, email, typing, and a sample of productivity applications.
Code
Title
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
06-101-152
Basic Computer Lit
9:30am-12:30pm
M/W
4/8-6/12
113
$120
06-101-153
Basic Computer Lit
6:30-9:30pm
Tu/Th
4/9-6/13
113
$120


APRENDA COMPUTACION - Hernandez
(Taught in Spanish) Este curso esta diseñado para aquellas personas que tienen poca experiencia en computadoras. Aprenderá los fundamentos del sistema operativo de Windows, Internet y correo electrónico.
Code
Title
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
09-130-122
Aprenda Computacion
6:30-9:30pm
Tu
4/9-6/4
113
$75


KEYBOARDING
If you would like to improve your keyboarding skills, please enroll in one of our Business Computer Applications classes (see below). A free typing test is included in the class fee (a $20 value).


TYPING TEST ONLY
(No typing tests are offered in the first week of a term or the first hour of class.). Keyboarding certificates and/or a proficiency rating letter are available for a $20 typing test fee. Typing tests are given during Business Computer Applications classes (see below).


Marketing

BUSINESS FOR CREATIVES - Bohbot / Silverberg
Learn how to market artwork in the fine art or commercial art environments. Topics to be covered include setting up a business, copyrights, contracts, taxes, pricing, negotiations, presentation, and inter-personal public speaking.
Code
Title
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
06-555-102
Business for Creatives
6:30-8:30pm
Tu
4/9-6/4
105
$65


Graphics/Web Publishing/Adobe Creative Suite

xx
Adobes Creative Suite software is the industry standard for today's creative technologies: print, web, illustration, digital photography, advertising, self-promotion, and more. With classes in Dreamweaver, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, students will have a solid base on which to build their job skills and creativity. Certificates are offered in all Creative Suite classes.


ADOBE DREAMWEAVER CS6 INTRO - One-Day Saturday Workshop - Quiñones
Pre-req: good computer skills. One session. Intro to building websites with Dreamweaver.
Code
Title
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
06-340-165
Dreamweaver Intro
9:00am-4:00pm
Sat
4/13
109
$55
06-340-265
Dreamweaver Intro
9:00am-4:00pm
Sat
6/1
109
$55


ADOBE DREAMWEAVER CS6 - Level 1 - Quiñones
Pre-req: Basic computer literacy is required. Dreamweaver is the industry-leading web development tool, enabling users to efficiently design, develop and maintain standards-based websites. Dreamweaver supports and guides users as their skills grow and web technologies evolve.
Code
Title
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
06-339-182
Dreamweaver 1
1:00-4:00pm
Tu/Th
4/9-6/12
109
$120
06-339-282
Dreamweaver 1
6:30-9:30pm
M/W
4/8-6/12
109
$120


ADOBE DREAMWEAVER CS6 - Level 2 - Quiñones
Pre-requisite: Dreamweaver Level 1. This course continues where the Level 1 class left off, refining those skills and introducing more features of Dreamweaver and front-end design/development techniques.
06-343-183
Dreamweaver Level 2
1:00-4:00pm
W/F
4/10-6/14
109
$120


DREAMWEAVER WEBSITE IN A DAY - One-Day Saturday Workshop - Quiñones
Prerequisite: Proficiency in at least one Adobe Creative Suite program or consent of instructor. Create a simple website and basic site assets in one day.
06-350-165
Website in a Day
9:00am-4:00pm
Sat
5/4
109
$55



ADOBE INDESIGN CS6 INTRO - One-Day Saturday Workshop - Smith
Prereq: Basic computer literacy is required. One session. Get an overview of the tools and possibilities of InDesign. After learning these basic functions, you will be able to complete simple projects.
Code
Title
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
06-320-165
InDesign Intro
9:00-4:00pm
Sat
4/13
108
$55
06-320-165
InDesign Intro
9:00-4:00pm
Sat
6/1
108
$55


ADOBE INDESIGN CS6 - Level I - Smith
Pre-req: Basic computer literacy is required. This course introduces a program for those who want to create high-quality publications from simple one-page fliers, newsletters and brochures, to multi-chapter books. As part of the Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign combines creative freedom and production power.
Code
Title
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
06-321-182
InDesign - Level 1
9:00am-12:00pm
Tu/Th
4/9-6/13
108
$120


ADOBE INDESIGN CS6 - Level 2 - Smith
Prereq: Successful completion of InDesign Level 1. This course covers intermediate and advanced functions of InDesign. Certificate offered.
06-322-182
InDesign - Level 2
1:15pm-4:00pm
M/W
4/8-6/12
108
$120



ADOBE PHOTOSHOP CS6 (Extended version)
Photoshop is the industry standard in image editing software and is used in a variety of settings. Photoshop CS5 Levels 1 and 2 establish a strong foundation in preparation for the Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) exam, available through official testing agencies.

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP CS6 INTRO - One-Day Saturday Workshop - Smith
Prereq: Basic computer literacy is required. One session. Learn basic functions through fun, hands-on projects.
Code
Title
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
06-310-165
Photoshop Intro
9:00am-4:00pm
Sat
5/4
108
$55


ADOBE PHOTOSHOP CS6 - Level 1 - Smith / Silverberg
Prereq: Basic computer literacy is required. A strong beginning course covering basic functions, combining images, correcting tones, balancing color, and using special effects. BAS Certificate offered.
Code
Title
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
06-311-172
Photoshop - Level 1
9:00am-12:00pm
M/W
4/8-6/12
108
$120
06-311-272
Photoshop - Level 1
6:30-9:30pm
M/W
4/8-6/12
109
$120


ADOBE PHOTOSHOP CS6 - Level 2 - Quiñones
Pre-req: Level 1 Photoshop or equivalent experience. Application of skills learned in beginning Photoshop class. BAS Certificate offered.
06-315-142
Photoshop - Level 2
6:30pm-9:30pm
Tu
4/9-6/11
109
$75


PHOTOSHOP IN THE WORKPLACE - Minor
Pre-req: Level 2 Photoshop or equivalent experience. A realistic look at skills needed in the digital workplace. Advanced projects include complex composites and an illustrated training manual eBook; production efficiency using templates, actions, layer comps, shortcuts; project management skills, timelines, team centered version control workflow; legal contracts and the new digital copyright process.
06-309-102
Photoshop in the Workplace
9:00am-12:00pm
F
4/12-6/14*
108
$75
*No class May 10


Microsoft Office Applications

xxx
Note Textbooks for Microsoft classes are available for in-class use, or can be purchased for home use at www.lablearning.com (1.800.522.9746)

BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS - MS OFFICE 2010 - Cordero / Miller / Rosen
Prerequisite: It is strongly recommended that students have completed Basic Computer Literacy or a computer skills equivalent program. This self-paced program of individualized instruction is geared to prepare students for using Microsoft Office 2010 applications in work settings. The class offers students the opportunity to learn skills beyond those of the typical home user. Students of all levels will be able to improve their marketability. Students can focus on any of the software programs in the Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook) with the support of the instructor. Microsoft Windows, file management, Internet, and keyboarding concepts will be taught as needed.
Code
Title
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
06-210-172
Bus Computer Apps
9:30am-12:30pm
M/W
4/8-6/12
112
$120
06-210-272
Bus Computer Apps
9:30am-12:30pm
Tu/Th
4/9-6/13
112
$120
06-210-372
Bus Computer Apps
1:00-4:00pm
Tu/Th
4/9-6/13
112
$120
06-210-472
Bus Computer Apps
6:30-9:30pm
M/W
4/8-6/12
113
$120
TYPING TEST $20
(No testing during first week of class, or during the first hour of a class.) Keyboarding certificates and/or Proficiency Rating Letter are available for a $20 Typing Test fee. Typing tests are given during the Business Computer Applications classes above. You do not need to register for the above class to take the typing test. Contact the school office for information.



SPREADSHEETS WITH MICROSOFT EXCEL Level 1 - Graves
Prereq: Basic computer literacy and the ability to type 25 wpm is required. This course covers fundamentals of MS Excel, including creating and formatting spreadsheets, working with formulas, functions, basic sorting, filtering and charts.
06-230-172
Spreadsheets/Excel Level 1
6:30-9:30pm
M/W
4/8-6/12
111
$120



Home | Register | Refunds | Calendar | Find Us | Contact Us

Classes: Life Long Learning 50+ | Adults with Disabilities | Frail Elders
Academic/GED | Accounting | Business/Job Prep | Career Technical Overview | Community Interest | Computers
ESL | Medical Careers | Dance | Languages | Personal Growth | Saturday Workshops | Traffic | Volunteering


Updated April 26, 2013

Berkeley Adult School • 1701 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702 • Ph 510.644.6130 • Fx 510.644.6784