Colorado Free University

4 Go to www.freeu.com to view complete course descriptions. Personal Computer Basics with Windows 10 Getting Started This class is designed for anyone who has never used a personal computer. Begin building an understanding of what a PC is and how it works. Topics include defining hardware and software; what’s going on inside the computer (RAM, CPU, and the hard drive); and how information gets saved. Hands-on activities include working with a mouse and keyboard, basic Windows and Internet skills, an introduction to working with files, and a brief overview of Windows 10 tiles. This class is held using Windows 10. Sue Price $74 Non-Member $59 Member Includes handouts CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 3400EM : One Sat., 9AM–12PM 1/9 3400EN : One Thu., 9AM–12PM 2/4 3400EO : One Sat., 9AM–12PM 3/6 3400EP : One Mon., 9AM–12PM 4/5 3400EQ : One Sat., 9AM–12PM 4/24 Using Microsoft Windows 10 This course will help you become more comfortable with the Windows 10 user interface and its basic capabilities. Explore the basic tools and features of Windows 10; learn how to create documents, send email, browse the Internet, and share information between applications and with other users. Prerequisite : Previous exposure to personal computers, desktop applications, and the Internet is needed. $139 Non-Member $124 Member Includes training materials CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 3410DF : One Mon., 9AM–4PM 1/11 3410DG : One Sat., 9AM–4PM 2/13 3410DJ : One Fri., 9AM–4PM 4/16 ONLINE : Via Zoom 3410DHZ : One Tue. & One Wed., 6–9PM Begins 2/23 3410DIZ : One Mon., 9AM–4PM 3/22 Introduction to Google Mail Google is the big kid on the block, and it’s going to be around long after other platforms are gone. Google is at the forefront of mobile platforms and connectivity and is a leader in innovations of all kinds. Best yet, Google offers many applications for free! In this hands-on class, learn to start and customize a Gmail account. Discover the features that come with a Google account including those to create and share web-based Google Docs (drive) and calendars. Sue Price Previous knowledge or experience : Understanding of the basics of Windows $74 Non-Member $59 Member CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 3406CV : One Sat., 9AM–12PM 3/13 3406CX : One Mon., 9AM–12PM 4/12 ONLINE : Via Zoom 3406CTZ : One Sat., 9AM–12PM 1/16 3406CUZ : One Thu., 9AM–12PM 2/11 3406CWZ : One Sat., 9AM–12PM 4/3 Using Google G Suite In this course, you will learn about the features and functionalities of the apps included in most G Suite editions—Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Slides, Google Drawings, Google Sheets, Google Forms, Google Hangouts, Google Calendar, and Google Sites—and work within their respective environments. This is an introductory class intended for users who are new to Google G Suite and who do not have prior experience with the features. Sue Price Prerequisite : Basic Windows skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite. $139 Non-Member $124 Member Includes training materials CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 3408BR : One Tue., 9AM–4PM 1/19 3408BU : One Sat., 9AM–4PM 4/10 ONLINE : Via Zoom 3408BSZ : One Sat., 9AM–4PM 2/20 3408BTZ : One Wed., 9AM–4PM 3/17 Learn to Use QuickBooks This demonstration course is for anyone who wants to use QuickBooks. You will learn the software from beginning to end to get all you need to successfully use the program, whatever your level of previous knowledge. There are two versions of this course, one for those with the Desktop Basics version and one for those who are using the Online Basics version. The programs and classes are different, so register for the class that meets your needs. Start with an overview and learn how to create and customize a chart of accounts. Learn how to set up customers; vendors and the products you sell; how to create and send invoices and sales receipts; and how to enter and pay bills. Additional topics include reconciliation; journal entries; tracking expenses and income; managing accounts receivable and payable; reporting; and connecting to your bank through QuickBooks. Talena Johnson is an accounting professional at ATLAS Advisors with 20 years of helping small to mid-size businesses. She is a QuickBooks® ProAdvisor and is a frequent presenter and trainer on the software. QuickBooks Online Basics $61 Non-Member $49 Member ONLINE : Via Zoom 3468PA : One Tue., 9–11AM 2/23 ONLINE VERSION 3468PC : One Tue., 9–11AM 4/20 ONLINE VERSION QuickBooks Desktop Basics $61 Non-Member $49 Member ONLINE : Via Zoom 3468OY : One Tue., 9–11AM 1/19 DESKTOP VERSION 3468PB : One Tue., 9–11AM 3/23 DESKTOP VERSION QuickBooks One-On-One Project Coaching Do you need support to complete a specific QuickBooks project? This is the way to get it done! Get three hours of Zoom coaching from a QuickBooks expert with tasks such as setting up QuickBooks; fixing errors in a file you’ve been using for a while; redesigning QuickBooks Chart of Accounts; improving your QuickBooks operating procedures; closing the books from month to month; using sales tax; reading and using the financial statements; implementing and using payroll; and year-end procedures. Kelli Marincin is a QuickBooks QBO Pro Advisor with ATLAS CPAs and Advisors. She is experienced with both QuickBooks Desktop and Online. $211 Non-Member $199 Member ONLINE : Via Zoom 3233Z: Course is online with times arranged between instructor and student CompuSkills | Basic Computers, Google, QuickBooks CompuSkills Software Requirements Classes at CFU LOWRY: Students use PCs and software in the computer lab. Classes ONLINE: Students must have the appropriate software installed on their personal computer. Mitzi Katz has a Master’s in Education and has been providing training to end users for over 30 years. Sue Price has taught at CFU since 2008 and before that taught at CompUSA. Lou Smith began offering training in 1986, and he also provides database and IT support at Children’ Hospital Colorado Foundation.