Computer / Math Classes for English Language Learners
Computer Basics 1
Location : Harvard Street Campus Time : AM , PM , & EVE
This course helps students learn basic computer skills including introductions to hardware , software , the internet , and mobile devices . Students learn how to use email , how to search the internet , how to be safe online , and the basics of software applications including documents , spreadsheets , and presentation slides . Mobile devices like smartphones are also explored . Students earn Northstar Digital Literacy certifications in Computer Basics , Internet , and Email . Students also work toward increased typing speeds .
Requirements : - Eligible for ESL 5 or Higher
Computer Basics 2 Location : Harvard Street Campus Time : AM & EVE
This class is the next level after Computer Basics 1 . Students earn Northstar Digital Literacy certifications in Windows Operating System , Social Media , Digital Footprint , MS Word , MS Excel , and MS Powerpoint . Students will expand their information literacy skills through navigating websites and evaluating information credibility and reliability . Career skills , such as building resumes and cover letters , are practiced via the Microsoft applications . Students also work toward increased typing speeds .
Requirements : - Eligible for ESL 5 or Higher - Pass a Computer Literacy test with 70 % or Higher
Internet and Application Essentials Location : Sonia Gutierrez Campus Time : AM & EVE Earn an IC3 Certification by study in this class . The IC3 Certification is a global benchmark in basic computer literacy . The class includes learning operation system basics , hardware , software and network basics .
Requirements : - Eligible for ESL 8 or higher - High school diploma or equivalent - Pass the Computer Literacy test with 70 % or Higher OR Successful completion of Computer Basics 1 or 2
Math for Life and Work
Location : Sonia Gutierrez Campus Time : AM & EVE
The Math for Life & Work class focuses on math concepts and English vocabulary in math for daily life . We recommend this class for students who want to strengthen their math skills for the GED , college , or any of our career training programs .
Requirements : - Eligible for ESL 6 or higher
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