OIT Offers Free Classes

The über techie folks in OIT, the Office of Information Technology, want to share their arcane knowledge with the rest of us. They’re offering a slew of free classes for faculty and staff in the coming weeks. So grab your calendar and sign up for one or more of these mind-expanding experiences.

• Introduction to Google Sites will be offered 2–4 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, in Room 110 of the Avent Ferry Technology Center. In this workshop, you will learn how to create a website using Google Sites, how to control access, and how to embed docs, videos, images and links. You’ll also learn some customization and basic Web design principles. To register, visit Classmate.
• Gmail: Advanced Tools, Tips & Tricks will be offered 9 a.m.–noon Wednesday, April 30, in ITTC Lab 2 of the D.H. Hill Library. If you’re comfortable with the basics of Gmail and are ready to take it to the next level, this more advanced hands-on workshop is for you. You will learn more about creating labels, filters and canned responses, scheduling Google Calendar events and using Google Drive through Gmail, along with any planned or newly released features Google has in store. To register, visit Classmate.
• Hands-On OS X Device Management at NC State will be offered 10 a.m.–noon Tuesday, May 6, in Room 106 of the Avent Ferry Technology Center for new Mac users or those who are interested in learning more about managing their OS X devices. Workshop topics will include campus support resources, the Casper Suite Enterprise Service and practical management tips. There will also be time for questions during the session. To register, visit Classmate.
• Google Apps: Google Calendar will be offered 9 a.m.–noon Wednesday, May 7, in Room 110 of the Avent Ferry Technology Center. In this workshop, you will focus on features such as appointment slots, event attachments, maps and directions, sharing and embedding calendars, labs, quick add, search options, mobile notifications and more. To register, visit Classmate.
• Website Accessibility Tune-Ups will be offered noon–1 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, in Room 110 of the Avent Ferry Technology Center. Do you have questions about your website’s accessibility, but don’t know who or what to ask? Bring your website and any questions you have to this informal “Lunch & Learn” session to learn easy steps to make your site more accessible. Even if you don’t have a website to share, you are welcome to come learn more about accessibility. To register, visit Classmate.
• Beyond the Basics: Gmail will be offered 9 a.m.–noon Wednesday, May 14, in ITTC Lab 2 of the D.H. Hill Library. If you’re comfortable with the basics of Gmail and are ready to get acquainted with its advanced features, this hands-on workshop is for you. You will learn about labels, filters, canned responses and more. If you would prefer using you own laptop or other mobile device, feel free to bring it. To register, visit Classmate.

For other available training sessions, see Classmate Scheduled Workshops. If you’re interested in custom software training for your department, unit or classroom, complete the Custom Training form. If you have any questions about OIT training, contact Katie McInerney, OIT training coordinator, at 513-4091 or via email at classreg@ncsu.edu.