HSLS Schedule of Classes November - December 2006
Class schedules are subject to change. Please consult the online class calendar at <www.hsls.pitt.edu/services/instruction/calendar> for the most current information. Classes are held in the Computer and Media Center Classroom 2 in Falk Library (200 Scaife Hall) unless otherwise noted.
HSLS ORIENTATION
Introduction to HSLS Resources and Services at Falk Library
Offered upon request to groups or individuals. Call 412-648-8796.
Introduction to HSLS Resources and Services at WPIC Library
Offered upon request to groups or individuals. Call 412-246-5507.
SEARCHING DATABASES
Ovid MEDLINE-Getting Started*
Monday, November 6, 1-2:30 p.m.
Ovid MEDLINE for Mental Health Information*
Wednesday, November 29, 2-3:30 (class at WPIC Library)
PubMed-Getting Started*
Wednesday, November 8, 9:30-11 a.m.
Tuesday, December 5, 1-2:30 p.m.
Searching PsycINFO*
Tuesday, November 14, 10-11:30 a.m (class at WPIC Library)
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY RESOURCES
Introduction to Vector NTI*
Wednesday, November 1, 1-3 p.m.
Genetic Variation Resources*
Wednesday, November 8, 1-3 p.m.
Introduction to PathwayArchitect*
Wednesday, November 15, 1-3 p.m.
Introduction to Genome Browsers*
Wednesday, December 13, 1-3 p.m.
Vector NTI: Molecular Construction & Design*
Wednesday, December 6, 1-3 p.m.
Vector NTI: Database Management*
Wednesday, December 20, 1-3 p.m.
SOFTWARE TRAINING
EndNote Basics
(Note: This class is usually full. Please arrive 15 minutes in advance to ensure seating.)
Tuesday, November 14, 1-3 p.m.
Thursday, December 7, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Adobe Photoshop for Beginners
Thursday, November 9, 9-11 a.m.
Tuesday, December 5, 9-11 a.m.
Advanced PowerPoint for Presentations
Thursday, December 21, 9-11 a.m.
PowerPoint and Advanced PowerPoint
(Please plan to attend the entire session.)
Wednesday, November 22, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
LUNCH WITH A LIBRARIAN
These informal, brown-bag lunches are held in Falk Library Conference Room B. Bring your own lunch. Drinks and dessert are provided. See <www.hsls.pitt.edu/services/instruction/lunchlibrarian/> or call 412-648-1251 for more information.
Drug Information @Your Desktop*
Wednesday, November 1, Noon-1 p.m.
The Nuts and Bolts of Publishing an Article: Resources and Strategies for Aspiring Authors*
Wednesday, November 15, Noon-1 p.m.
SPECIAL TOPICS CLASSES
Many classes on special topics are offered upon request to groups or individuals. For a list of all HSLS classes, see <www.hsls.pitt.edu/services/instruction/desc>.
To request a class, call 412-648-8796 or e-mail medlibq@pitt.edu.
CUSTOMIZED CLASSES
Customized classes can be developed for your department, course, or other group. For more information, see
<www.hsls.pitt.edu/services/instruction/customizedinstruction>.
All classes are open to faculty, staff and students of the schools of the health sciences at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC. No registration required. Seating for classes is first-come, first-served until the class is full. Classes marked with an asterisk (*) qualify for American Medical Association Category 2 continuing education credit. Detailed course descriptions are available at <www.hsls.pitt.edu/services/instruction>.
