Exploring the Computer World
This class covers basic computer information.  You do not have to own a computer to explore the possibilities of this world.  We will learn computer jargon, learn how to get into and out of software, how to maneuver the mouse, when to click and when to double click, how to use the CD, how to interpret the icons or the crazy looking page with its arrows, doors and other odd shapes.  Based on the wishes of those in attendance, we will explore many things that computers can do such as word processing, using clip art, keeping a budget, using the Internet.

Tuition: FREE

Instructor:  Claire Guy     Tuition: $30.00

 Advanced Windows 98
Participants will learn additional features of Windows Explorer, changing views, creating a startup disk, formatting a floppy disk, working with folders and files, creating shortcuts and using the find utility.
        Instructor:  Claire Guy      Tuition: $30.00

   Microsoft Office Professional                  Instructor:  Claire Guy
 

Microsoft  Word: The Basics and Beyond.
Learn word processing with Microsoft Word.  You will learn the basic skills from creating an original document, saving, editing, setting margins & tabs, to printing.  Among other things, we will work with headers and footers, inserting objects, tables and using multiple columns in one document.           Tuition: $120.00

Microsoft  Excel:  Introduction
Excel is spreadsheet software that allows you to work with rows and columns of numbers, creating formulas that perform the math so you don’t have to.  You can use spreadsheets to simply have data in neat columns, create budgets or something more complex.  This class will take you from the basic steps in creating and editing a spreadsheet, to applying simple math calculations, to enhancing and printing.   Tuition: $90.00

Microsoft  Access:  Introduction
This application from the Microsoft Office package is a database, which allows you to keep multiple records of like information in one file and retrieve this information in a variety of ways.  Learn to create and edit tables, queries, forms and reports.  Achieve an understanding of how relationships in a database  work.     Tuition: $90.00

Microsoft  Excel II:  Intermediate
After a brief review of Microsoft Excel, we will learn: advanced spreadsheet functions; creating charts and linking worksheets.  Participants will also learn to link and embed an Excel object into Microsoft Word along with creating three dimensional formulas.             Tuition: $60.00

Microsoft Access II:  Intermediate
After a brief review of the introductory material, we will explore advanced reporting and form making, creating mailing labels, more queries using advanced criteria; relationships between tables; and merging an Access database with Microsoft Word to create a mass mailing.          Tuition: $60.00

PowerPoint
This is a presentation graphics program for creating presentations for delivery to audiences via the computer or with an overhead projector.  This is an introduction class where you will learn how to create slides, set up text, objects (clip art or pictures), tables, graphs, organizational charts and then how to make the presentation an interesting one.        Tuition: $30.00

Microsoft Outlook
Finding your way around this program  can help you manage your contacts and address book as well as your folders, calendar, tasks and email.  Do not confuse this product with Outlook Express.  They both have email and address books but are not the same application.  Microsoft Outlook comes with the Microsoft Office Package.      Tuition: $60.00

Microsoft Publisher
With this desktop publisher, you can create flyers, cards, newsletters, booklets and more.  You will create a variety of items while learning the basic steps.  You will learn how to import data from another source and fit it into your existing document.    Tuition: $90.00
 

Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop is often considered the industry standard for digital image enhancement, photo retouching, and image compositing.  Participants will learn multiple levels of undo and redo, editable text with character level formatting, flexible and precise color management controls, and built-in support for spot-color channels.  The course focuses on scanning images, working with filters, palettes, paths and layer effects.  Create a variety of items while producing flyers, cards, newsletters, booklets and more.  You will create a variety of items while learning the basic steps.       Instructor:             Tuition: $90.00
 

    The Internet

Introduction to the Internet

The Internet is a communication medium that can be accessed through a computer.  This beginner’s level course introduces participants to the benefits of Internet for education, business, health, and entertainment.  Topics include: how to connect to online service options for homes, businesses and organizations; discuss internet service providers - a comparison of commercial, institutional, and specialized on-line services; and an overview of the most widely-used Internet tools  and the World Wide Web.        Instructor: Claire Guy               Tuition: $30.00
    Internet E-mail

E-mail is the most widely-used Internet tool, yet many are not aware of its full potential as a communication resource or lack understanding of the special features of various e-mail programs.  If you are an Internet user that wishes to improve your e-mail skills for business or personal interaction, you won’t want to miss this workshop!  Topics include: how to send and receive e-mail; how to manage e-mail addresses and folders; how to send group e-mail and attach documents or pictures and how to create a document signature.          Instructor:  Claire Guy          Tuition $30.00

      Web Page Design

Want to create an exciting Web page for business or personal use?  Don’t miss this seminar! Topics include: what makes a good web site; how to write a simple HyperText Markup Language (HTML) document using inexpensive software; how to insert graphics, tables, interactive forms into Web pages; how to chose the best HTML editor based on its special features, cost, and ease of use; observe how to create advanced Web features such as frames and Java applets.
Workshop Leader:      Tuition: $120.00

A continuation of "Beginning Web Page Design."  Topics covered will depnd on participants questions and problems.  Participants will have a real start on their own page and work on it.
Workshop Leader:       Tuition: $90.00

Virtual Dimensions is a member of QuickBooks Professional Advisor Program offering software, training, support and information about QuickBooks.  We are here to offer assistance to individuals and businesses needing help with installation and use of QuickBooks.  If you are interested in  having us do some on-site training or get you business set-up and ready to go, give us a call at 861-5588 for more information.

QuickBooks Professional
Manage your business or personal accounting.  In this class we will set up a business and step through the processes including billing, invoicing, statements, credit cards, payroll, inventory, budgets and custom reporting.  This is not an accounting class; this is a class to show the user how to use the software, therefore you must understand basic accounting to attend this class.
Instructor: Claire Guy  Tuition: $120.00

New Class:
Quick Books Basic Introduction (for new users) If you have never used QuickBooks this is a great starter course and then you will be ready to step into the regular QuickBooks Professional Class with the rest of the group. Call to see when this class will be held.

Quick Books Advanced
A continuation of the previous QuickBooks class.  All aspects of the program will be looked into at greater depth and the customized reports.  The needs of the class will determine the class content.
 

    Dragon Systems

Dragon System, the Natural Speech Company, is a worldwide leading supplier of speech and language technology.  Dragon Sysems offers a full line of multilingual speech-recognition products for consumers and professionals.   Established in 1982, the company is well known for its long history of Speech Recognition Software.  At Virtual Dimensions the software is available for the Classic, Naturally Speaking, Naturally Speaking Professional and Medical and Legal uses.  Virtual Dimensions also offers training for individuals, businesses, schools or special needs clients. Virtual is certified to sell and train you in  the use of Dragon System Software.  If you have a use or a need for speech recognition software or training - give Virtual Dimensions a call at 207.861.5588.
Why Type!  You can just talk to your computer!!!

This course will explore Visual Basics for Applications, the programming language used in MS Access.  The course is designed for people who know Access inside and out.  Students will extend its features by learning its programming language.
Pre-requisites:  Windows 98 basic course, MS Access Introduction, Intermediate and Advanced Courses (up to and including macros)
Instructor: Dean Hartley      Tuition: $240.00

Fundamentals of Networking Technology          NEW

This Course will provide a general introduction to computer networking for IT professionals who design, plan, implement and support computer networks.  The course is also designed to provide the skills and knowledge required to install, configure, support and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows 98 configured as stand-alone or networked operating systems.  This course is also designed to prepare individuals who plan to take the Microsoft Certified Professional exam: 70-058 “Networking Essentials” or the Comp TIA “Network+”, or 70-098 “Implementing and Supporting Windows 98.”           Instructor: Dan Cheung             Tuition: $1000.00

System Set-up and Training
                    “in your home or office”

Virtual Dimensions will send a “one-on-one trainer” to your home or office to help you set up your computer system no matter where you bought it.

We will help you:
Properly assemble your system and components
Check the operating system and the software for you
Test all the components (CPU, monitor, fax/modem, CD-ROM, speakers and printer)
Set up your internet provider and e-mail

We will show you:
How to properly start and shut down the system
How to access the installed programs
How to install new software properly
How to navigate in Windows
How to use the fax./modem
How to access the Internet and send and receive e-mail
How to get started with your installed software