Computer Classes
The library offers free classes on a variety of computer topics. Most of these hands-on classes are 90 minutes long. The exception is E-Mail Setup, which lasts 45 minutes. Classes are held in the Woodruff Training Room. Register at the Service Desk or by calling 758-6600. Classes fill quickly, so register as soon as possible. Classes are cancelled 24 hours ahead if not enough people are registered.

Don't have time for a class this month? Check out our list of online computer tutorials!

And if HPL's classes don't fit into your schedule, visit Arrowhead Library System's "Take Your Pick" computer class list, which includes the free classes offered at all seven Rock County public libraries.

Class Offerings @ Hedberg
* Knowledge of computers and keyboarding skills are required.

¡Clases de computación en español!

Beyond Google: Searching the Internet
Explore a variety of ways to search for topics using search engines, search directories
and metasearch engines.
Tuesday, January 24 at 12:30 p.m.

Buying and Selling on eBay
Learn how to find, evaluate and bid on listings to purchase items.  Also learn to write a description, insert photos, and post an item to sell on e-Bay.
Wednesday, January 25 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

E-mail Basics with E-mail Setup *
Learn to check, read, compose, delete, spell-check and send electronic mail using a free service. Knowledge of Internet Basics and Intro to Computers is required.
Wednesday, January 11 at 9:30 a.m. (2-hour class)
Wednesday, February 15 at 1:30 p.m.

Excel Spreadsheet Basics 2007 *
Learn the basic terminology and skills to use spreadsheets as a tool for organizing information with the latest version Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of Introduction to Computers is required.
Tuesday, January 17 at 2 p.m.
Thrusday, February 16 at 1 p.m.

Excel Spreadsheet II 2007 *
Continue learning features of Excel including: performing calculations, auto calculate, formatting and charting.
Monday, January 23 at 9:15 a.m.

Internet Basics *
Discover the Internet and the World Wide Web (WWW) using the Internet Explorer browser. Participants must have basic computer skills and keyboard experience.
Tuesday, January 10 at 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, February 22 at 9:30 a.m.

Introduction to Computers
Learn the basic operation of a Windows XP PC, including keyboard and mouse use and desktop features.
Wednesday, January 4 at 1:30 p.m.
Monday, January 16 at 9:15 a.m.
Monday, February 6 at 11:15 a.m.
Thursday, February 23 at 2 p.m.

Job Seekers Open Lab
Tuesday, February 7 from 4-7 p.m.
See ad at left for details.

Operating with Windows *
Learn to format and save to disks, create folders, and save files to folders on both your disk and hard drive. Knowledge of Introduction to Computers is required for this session.
Monday, January 23 at 11 a.m.
Tuesday, February 21 at 2:30 p.m.

Using Facebook
Learn how to create an account, manage privacy settings and the pros and cons of using the site. E-mail account and internet skills required.
Monday, February 6 at 9:15 a.m.

Using (the NEW!) RockCat
Learn how to search the holdings of all seven Rock County public libraries, place holds, review and renew items loaned to you, and more. Bring your library card.
Tuesday, February 14 at 1 p.m.

Word Processing Basics 2007
Learn to edit a document with cutting, copying, pasting, inserting, deleting, bolding, italicizing, and underlining with the latest version of Microsoft Word. A general understanding of computer operation is required.
Thursday, January 5 at 9:15 a.m.
Wednesday, January 18 at 1 p.m.
Tuesday, February 7 at 10:30 a.m.
Monday, February 27 at 9:15 a.m.

Word Processing II 2007 *
Learn about line spacing, special symbols, WordArt, tabs and more with the latest version of Microsoft Word. Word Processing Basics is a prerequisite.
Tuesday, January 24 at 9:15 a.m.
Monday, February 27 at 11:15 a.m.