"Computer Camp for Adults" Planned at UB

BUFFALO, N.Y. -- If you think webmasters are spiders and mice live in mousepads, you should plan to attend one or more of four computer courses to be offered this summer by the University at Buffalo's Millard Fillmore College.

The classes, designed for adults with little or no microcomputer experience, will meet in the public computer lab, 206 Baldy Hall, on UB's North (Amherst) Campus.

There's a choice of morning sessions from 8:30-11:30 a.m. or afternoon sessions from noon to 3 p.m.

Continuing education units and certificates will be awarded upon successful completion of each of the credit-free courses.

The courses cost $149 each or $500 for all four. Payment may be made by check, money order, MasterCard or Visa.

The registration deadline is 10 business days prior to the first day of class for each session.

To register or for more information, contact Millard Fillmore College at (716)-829-2202 or by e-mail at mfcstaff@buffalo.edu

The courses being offered are:

Session 1, July 9-13, "Introduction to Microcomputers and the Windows Environment," focusing on all aspects of personal computers and windows.

Session 2, July 16-20,"The Internet -- What's All the Fuss About?" describing how to use the Internet, its jargon and its practical uses.

Session 3, July 23-27, "Beginning Microsoft Office 2000," focusing on Microsoft Word, one of the most popular word processing office packages on the market.

Session 4, July 30 through Aug. 3, "Advanced Microsoft Office 2000,"designed for experienced users of Microsoft Office and individuals who have completed "Beginning Microsoft Office 2000."