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Java Applets: Introduction (Win) (CD-ROM) Self-taught Not bookable

This introduction to programming Java applets includes tutorials on objects, classes, threads and events, and how to integrate Java applets into a Web site; some knowledge of programming is recommended. Unlike the Java Tutorial CD, it coves version JDK 1.1 (and is also a very different style).

Java Programming & Core Class Libraries (Win) (CD-ROM) Self-taught Not bookable

This intermediate-level tutorial is a suitable follow-on from the Introduction to Programming Java Applets CD.

Javascript Fundamentals (CD) Self-taught Not bookable

This VTC Training CD (approx. 4 hours) can be used under Windows or on the Macintosh. JavaScript can be thought of as an extension to HTML; it provides facilities for pop-up windows, manipulating images, inserting digital clocks and counters etc.

Java Tutorial (Win) (CD-ROM) Self-taught Not bookable

This tutorial explains Java programming using animated demos to illustrate concepts such as threads, controls and advanced API elements. Exercises are provided to test understanding of the material. Also included are a Java compiler, debugger and applet viewer, hints and tips on design, working lessons from the C and C++ tutorials, and a reference section of Java syntax and API structures. The book referred to is provided on the CD (Java eadme.txt, Javachaptersintroduction.txt etc).

Keyboard Master Crash Course: Typing Tutor for Windows (CD-ROM) Self-taught Not bookable

This 'crash course' will teach you the layout of the keyboard in about one hour. It is suitable for those just learning to start to type who want a 'quick start' approach.

LaTeX: An Introduction to Text Processing Tue 16 Jun 2020 13:45 Finished

LaTeX is a powerful document description language built on top of TeX. It is available on Unix, Windows and Macintoshes. It can be used for the presentation of plain text (including accented characters and letters outside the English alphabet), the typesetting of mathematics, the generation of tables, and producing simple diagrams. It is particularly suited for the writing of theses, papers and technical documents.

LaTeX Follow-up Practical Using Texshop on a Macintosh Fri 10 Mar 2017 14:15 Finished

This follow-up practical gives those who have attended the LaTeX Introduction an opportunity to do exercises under supervision.

Linux: Installation (Demonstration) Tue 29 Nov 2016 14:15 Finished

This is a simple demonstration of the installation of a reasonably modern Linux distribution (currently OpenSuSE 10.3) on a standard, low end PC. There is an opportunity for extensive questions and answers during the software installation phase.

Lynda Test

Self-taught Not bookable

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Macintosh: Getting to Grips with Mac OS X Tue 9 Jun 2020 14:15 Finished

This course offers a basic introduction to Mac OS X, the latest version of the Mac operating system. It also gives an overview of some of the more advanced functions offered by the operating system, and the core applications, which both an office or PWF user would find useful to use e.g. Microsoft Word.

Macintosh: Mastering Your Mac (DVD) Self-taught Not bookable

This is a Mac Pro Video tutorial on Mac OS. The DVD can be used on both Macs (although advertised as being usable under Windows, we have had no success in doing so).

Macintosh System OS X: 4 volumes (CD-ROMs) Self-taught Not bookable

A set of 2-hour tutorials on CD-ROMs on Macintosh System OS X. As exercises are not provided, it is not necessary to have this version of the system installed.

Mathematica: Basics (Self-paced) Tue 7 Mar 2017 09:30 Finished