Keyboarding  EDE 0979 9 HRS. $115    Register

Learn to type and learn to use the keyboard of a computer. No two finger typing or hunting and pecking allowed! Be guided through exercises that will improve your speed.

T/R 9/8-9/15 6-9:30p CSCHS 377432

Introduction to Computers and Windows  EDC 0178 12 HRS. $245   Register

So you are new to the computer - this is where you start if you have little or no experience. Covers navigating and customizing windows, saving/managing files, toolbars, taskbars, cutting, copying, pasting, and the internet. Textbook required: 

F 1/15-2/5 9A-12 WES 380841
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Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows. Create a document,edit and work with paragraphs, control document appearance,text and page formatting, use of the status bar, proofing and printing, and saving a document to disk and the internet. Textbook required:

TWRF 1/26-1/29 9A-12P WHC 381745

Fundamentals of MS Excel EDC 0961 18 HRS. $305  Register

Create spreadsheets formulas, formatting values and ranges,drawing functions, data sorting, find and replace, create and link data, the creation and use of templates, macros and working with graphics. Textbook required

TR 11/10-12/1 6-9p WHC 37 7685 -NO CLASSES: 11/26
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T 4/6-5/11 6P-9P WHC 382150

MS PowerPoint EDC 0456 12 HRS. $245   Register

Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows. Easily develop a presentation using the features of PowerPoint. Topics include:organizing your ideas, using built in templates and creating your own templates, importing photos, sound, animation,and advanced topics and tools.

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R 3/25-4/15 1P-4P WES 381714

Introduction to MS Office EDC 0845 12 HRS. $245   Register

Perquisite: Knowledge of the Windows Operating System.  Microsoft Office programs share common methods for doing basic tasks. Provides you with a basic proficiency for using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Graphic and Web Design Courses

Successful E Business Strategies EDI0421 12 hours $225  Register

Successful behaviors of e business will be examined. Choosing a domain, affiliate programs, web hosting, website considerations, integrating e commerce with a bricks and motor business, add on services and more. Great for an existing business owner who wants to diversify into e business. Book Required.

M 1/25-2/15 6P-9P CSCS 380851

Photoshop

Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows required. This powerful digital imagery program takes you through the tools,interface, selections, layers, channels, layer masks, adjustment layers and smart objects. Expand your creative power for print and web works. Textbook required:Adobe Photoshop CS2 Classroom in a Book ISBN: 0321321847

Photoshop I  EDC 0911 15 HRS. $295   Register

W 1/13-2/10 6P-9P PIN 380817
S 3/20-4/10 8:30a-12:15P PIN 384613

Creating Websites I EDC 0958 18 HRS. $325  Register

Prerequisite: Knowledge of computing and the Internet. Create web pages using HTML tags. Lessons cover basic HTML layout, content formatting, lists, images, links/anchors, tables, frames, the meta tag and image map.

M 1/25-3/1 6P-9P PIN 382129
R 3/18-4/22 6P-9P NOR 382179

Dreamweaver

Prerequisite Knowledge of Windows required. Create professional quality web pages using character styles, paragraph formats, image maps, hyperlinks, tables, and frames. Add dynamic HTML and advanced styling into your web pages using cascading style sheets, layers, library items, and much more.

Dreamweaver I  EDE 0288 15 HRS. $295  Register

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W 2/17-3/24 6P-9P PIN 384458

EDE0289 Flash I $295  Register

Prerequisite: Knowledge of web page design. A powerful program for creating animations and interface elements delivered over the web via Shockwave. In this entry-level course students will learn the fundamental features and techniques used to create the Flash content, including simple animations, buttons and menus.

W 3/31-4/28 6P-9P PIN 384467
 

Introduction to PHP and MYSQL   

Prerequisite: Knowledge of HTML, Dreamweaver, or Flash. PHP is a popular tool for writing server-side Web applications MYSQL is a powerful data base program. Together they provide the foundation for building a dynamic database driven Web application. Successfully built data-driven Websites using these open source applications will be the

result. Textbook required.

PHP and MYSQL Level I EDE 0952 15 HRS. $289  Register

M-F 12/7-12/11 9-noon WHC 377695
M 2/1-3/1 6P-9P WHC 381751
TWR 4/20-4/28 9A-12P WHC 381639

PHP and MYSQL Level II EDI 0094 15 HRS. $289 Register

M 11/9-12/7 6-9p WHC 377694
M 3/15-4/12 6P-9P WHC 381737

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AutoCAD -Computer Aided Design  Register

AutoCAD Level 1 EDE 0941 $335   

Overview of AutoCAD and 2D course designed for students interested in architectural, mechanical or landscape design; includes menus, commands and full AutoCAD
program.

F 1/15-2/19 1P-4P WHC 380846
S 3/20-4/10 8:30A-12P NOR 381679

AutoCAD Level 2 EDE 0942 $335

Prerequisite: AutoCAD Level 1. Continue on with knowledge gained in AutoCAD Level 1 and learn how to draw compound objects and layers, change views and much
more.
F 3/5-4/16 1P-4P WHC 384564

Introduction to QuickBooks  EDC 0882 21 HRS. $345   Register

Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows and Accounting. A comprehensive introduction to the QuickBooks program. Set up a company, work with lists. Create reports, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory management, banking, and much more. Textbook required: Course ILT: QuickBooks 2006: with CD ISBN: 1-4188-6142-1

W 1/20-3/3 6P-9P WHC 382352
M 3/22-5/3 6P-9P CEN 384610

Special Topics

Forex Basics EDI 0397 $305

An introduction to the study of market movements using technical analysis tools, methods, and trading applications to forecast price changes. A great way to get an understanding
of how currency markets can work for you.

S 3/20-4/24 1p-4p PIN 382395

Certification Preparation Courses
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EDI 0297 A+ Essentials (220-601) $385 Register
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of computers. Covers the objectives of the Comp TIA A+ essentials (220-601) focus on hardware, repairing and troubleshooting computers.

T/R 1/12-2/2 6P-9P CEN 382198

EDI 0298 A+ 602 IT Tech $385 Register

Prerequisite: A+ Essentials. Course prepares students for CompTIA A+220-602 certification exams. Learn how to support PC hardware in a business setting, including installation, troubleshooting and component replacement.

T/R 2/9-3/2 6P-9P CEN 381641

EDI 0299 Network + $385 Register

Preparation for ComtpTIA Network + exam. Computing and networking fundamentals necessary to enhance your preparation for certification. Course covers network cabling, topologies, TCP/IP, protocols, sub netting, network operating systems and maintenance.

T/R 3/16-4/6 6P-9P CEN 382168

EDI0402 CONVERGENCE + $285  Register

Prepare for the CompTIA Convergence + certification exam, which addresses the intersection of telephone, broadcast media, cable, and Internet networks, Students will learn about the Public Switched Telephone Network, networking fundamentals, merging IP and voice, converged applications, systems management, and security. Perquisite: Network + or equivalent experience.

T/R 4/13-5/4 6P-9P CEN 381636

EDI 0404 PROJECT + $285 Register

Reviews the full range of skills and concepts students need to know to plan and implement projects. Topics include the project initiation and planning process, project scheduling, change, managing cost and risk, and best practices in managing people and resources. Prepares students for the Comptia Project + Examination.

R 3/18-4/22 6P-9P WES 381692 Register

EDI0403 IC3 Certification Preparation $385 Register

Prepare for the three ICS certification exams. This Internet and Computing Core Certification Program is a global training and certification program providing proof to the world that you are equipped with the needed computer skills to excel in the digital world. Prepare for the computing fundamentals, key applications, and living online exams of the IC3.

TR 1/26-3/4 1:00-4:45PM PIN 384571

EDI406 MCAS: WORD 2007 $299  Register

Prepare for Exam 77-601: MCAS: Using Microsoft Office Word 2007. Competencies covered include Creating and Customizing Documents, Formatting Content, Working with Visual Content, Organizing Content, Reviewing Documents, Sharing and Securing Content, and more.

R 1/14-3/4 6P-9P WES 380834
T-F 3/23-4/2 2P-5P WHC 381724

EDI410 MCAS: Excel 2007 $299 Register

Prepare for Exam 77-602: MCAS: Using Microsoft Office Excel 2007. Competencies covered include Creating and Manipulating Data, Formatting Data and Content, Creating and Modifying Formulas, Presenting Data Visually, and Collaborating on and Securing Data.
T-R 4/6-4/16 2P-5P WHC 381629

EDI0408 MCAS: POWERPOINT 2007 $299 Register

Prepare for Exam 77-603: MCAS: Using Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007. Competencies covered include- Creating and Formatting Presentations, Creating and Formatting Slide Content, working with visual content, and collaborating and delivering presentations. .

T 3/23-4/27 7:30A-10:30A WHC 381688
T-F 4/6-4/16 1P-4P WES 381732

EDI0435 COMPTIA CTT+ CERTIFICATION PREPARTION $285 Register

Prepare for the CompTIA CTT (certified technical trainer) certification exam. Plan and prepare to teach a course, select and implement various delivery methods, demonstrate professional conduct and content expertise, communication and presentation skills to facilitate learning, and how to establish and maintain a learner-centered environment as well as techniques for evaluating learner performance. Great for prospective corporate trainers and educators.

W 3/24-4/28 2-5P PIN 384609