Continuing Education: Computer Training

Computer Aided Design
Computer Repair
General
Graphic Design
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Computer Aided Design

AutoCAD, Introduction

Introduces AutoCAD software as a drawing tool. Topics include drawing, editing, file management, and plotting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce and plot a CAD drawing. Textbook required. (4.8 CEU)

Wednesdays • 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 18 - December 8
Room G-115 • $137 Fee • Instructor: Michael Robbins • Section Number: 13386

 

Computer Repair

Build and Repair PCs

Assemble personal computers from new and used components. Avoid expensive service calls by performing maintenance and upgrades for yourself. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate computer equipment, upgrade and maintain existing equipment, and troubleshoot and repair non-working personal computers. Textbook required. (4.8 CEU)

Mondays • 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 23 - December 13
Room K-101b • $137 Fee • Instructor: Thomas Wilkerson • Section Number: 13405

 

“Fast Track” Courses

These two-day seminars are designed for individuals who would like to enhance their knowledge of Excel 2007 and Windows 7. Class size is limited. Call Margie Norfleet at (252) 246-1210 to reserve a space. (.8 CEU)

Microsoft Excel - Fast Track

Fridays • 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • September 17 and 24
Room A-112 • $65 Fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes • Section Number: 13394

Windows 7 - Fast Track

Fridays • 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • September 3 and 10
Room A-112 • $65 Fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes • Section Number: 13396

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General

Beginner’s Guide to PC’s – Level I

Designed for the beginning computer user to gain knowledge in computers and the Windows working environment. Topics will include basic computer terminology, basic file management and other foundational computer topics. After successful completion of Level I, Level II is recommended to complete the course of study. (2.4 CEU)

Tuesdays • 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 17 - November 2
Room A-110 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Section Number: 13382

Tuesdays • 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. • August 17 - November 2
Room A-110 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Mary McClain • Section Number: 13383

Beginner’s Guide to PC’s – Level II

Beginners get a working knowledge of personal computers, the Windows working environment and exposure to word processing, spreadsheets, and a brief introduction to the Internet. After taking Levels I and II, students will have a complete beginner level foundation in computers. (2.4 CEU)

Wednesdays • 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. • August 18 - November 3
Room A-110 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Section Number: 13385

Internet, Introduction

Gain skills needed for communication, research and publication using a browser on the Internet. Each student will have his/her own Internet access and e-mail address. (2.4 CEU)

Tuesdays • 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. • August 17 - November 2
Room A-110 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Section Number: 13380

 

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Graphic Design

Adobe InDesign CS5

InDesign is a great program used to create single page to multi-page documents for advertising or publications. This course will prepare you to use the essential tools of the product to create documents you can hand off to commercial printers. (2.4 CEU)

Tuesdays • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. • August 17 - November 2
Room A-112 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes* • Section Number: 13411
*Professional Photographer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and Certified Internet Webmaster.

Adobe Illustrator CS5

Explore the basic skills that allow you to take advantage of Illustrator’s powerful tools. Manipulate the various palettes and navigate through the Adobe Illustrator environment. Create and modify paths using special drawing tools. Draw and edit geometric objects. Apply fill and stroke attributes, colors, gradients, and transparency to objects and paths. Use layers to manage complex illustrations, enter and format type in an illustration, and create eye-catching type effects. Prepare Illustrator files for print and the Web. (2.4 CEU)

Tuesdays • 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. • August 17 - November 2
Room A-112 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes* • Section Number: 13412
*Professional Photographer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and Certified Internet Webmaster.

 

 

Microsoft Applications

Microsoft Access - Introduction

Introduction to database design and creation. Upon completion, students should be able to create tables, queries, reports and forms in Access 2007. Prior introductory PC course recommended. Textbook required. (3.0 CEU)

Wednesdays • 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. • August 18 - December 1
Room A-110 • $137 Fee • Instructor: Gail Owens • Section Number: 13379

Microsoft Excel, Introduction

Theory and uses of electronic spreadsheets in Excel 2007 to include applications, fundamental formula creation, model design and modification, formatting features, display characteristics, editing, moving and copying, sorting, mathematical, statistical and financial functions, report generation, and other features of spreadsheets. Prior introductory PC course recommended. Textbook required. (2.4 CEU)

Mondays • 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. • August 23 - November 15
Room B-206 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Telly Knight • Section Number: 13407

Microsoft PowerPoint

Create dazzling presentations with slides, charts, outlines, graphs, clip art, and special effects in PowerPoint 2007. Prior introductory PC course recommended. (2.4 CEU)

Thursdays • 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. • August 19 - November 4
Room A-110 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Section Number: 13375

Microsoft Word, Introduction

Gain the working knowledge necessary to create, edit and print documents in a variety of formats in Word 2007. Learn to incorporate clip art and other graphics into flyers, letterheads, posters, and other documents using Word. Prior introductory PC course recommended. Textbook required. (2.4 CEU)

Tuesdays • 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 17 - November 2
Room A-110 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Mary McClain • Section Number: 13384

Windows 7

Learn the new Windows 7 operating system and discover techniques and important features to streamline your personal computer environment. Textbook optional. (2.4 CEU)

Mondays • 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. • August 23 - November 15
Room A-112 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Section Number: 13400

 

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Photo Design

Adobe Lightroom

This course walks students through the rigors of Lightroom use, leading them to a brilliantly devised and super-efficient digital photography workflow that dramatically improves productivity and allows photographers to spend less time processing photos and more time shooting them. (2.4 CEU)

Mondays • 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. • August 23 - November 15
Room A-112 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes* • Section Number: 13414
*Professional Photographer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and Certified Internet Webmaster.

Adobe Photoshop CS5

Learn skills to enhance your ability to create accurate masks, image effects, and retouch images. Understand isolating image areas by creating and saving masks with specialized tools, commands, modes, and layer elements. Create and apply creative elements such as gradients, patterns, and color overlays. Generate special effects ranging from distorted type to simulating natural media paint realistically. (2.4 CEU)

Mondays • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. • August 23 - November 15
Room A-112 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes* • Section Number: 13415
*Professional Photographer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and Certified Internet Webmaster.

Adobe Photoshop for the Absolute Beginner

Designed to be an introductory course to cover all the basics at a beginner’s pace. You will learn the tools and functions of Photoshop which will allow you the ability to begin projects in which the instructor will guide you through step by step. By the end of the course the student will have a solid foundation in basic Adobe Photoshop skills, an understanding of its’ full potential, and a preparedness for intermediate courses. Basic PC understanding is required or prior introductory PC course recommended. Textbook highly recommended. (4.8 CEU)

Thursdays • 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 19 - December 9
Room A-112 • $137 Fee • Instructor: Joshua Davis • Section Number: 13408

 

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Web Design

Adobe Dreamweaver CS5

Build a complete website using Dreamweaver. Students will learn to apply the cutting edge tools and techniques in Dreamweaver while applying techniques from Flash and Adobe Photoshop. This is a hands-on class taught by a certified Internet Webmaster. Don’t delay! Reserve your space during our early registration period. Textbook optional. (2.4 CEU)

Wednesdays • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. • August 18 - November 3
Room A-112 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes* • Section Number: 13410
*Professional Photographer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and Certified Internet Webmaster.

Adobe Flash CS5

Learn to juice up your web designs with the hot tools available in Adobe Flash. Create simple or complex web graphics and animations with this one of a kind software tool. Come see why everyone is incorporating Flash elements in their web designs. (2.4 CEU)

Wednesdays • 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. • August 18 - November 3
Room A-112 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes* • Section Number: 13399
*Professional Photographer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and Certified Internet Webmaster.


 

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Workplace Computing

Digital Cameras in the Workplace

Designed for those required to use digital cameras and picture images as a key part of their job/career (real estate agents, owners of small businesses, etc.). Students will be shown how to capture images from various sources and properly store into computer files. Students are encouraged to bring their digital cameras, and the instructor will explain their most effective use. (2.4 CEU)

Thursdays • 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 19 - November 4
Room A-110 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Section Number: 13377

Quickbooks-All-In-One Accounting

This 48-hour course covers bookkeeping fundamentals, set-up and organization of QuickBooks Premier/Pro Edition used in many businesses by accounting clerks and payroll specialists. Students will learn to setup the chart of accounts, post income and expense items, enter credit card transactions, work with balance sheets, reconcile bank accounts, and interpret financial reports and payroll preparation. Prior PC course recommended. Textbook required. (4.8 CEU)

Mondays • 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 23 - December 13
Room A-110 • $137 Fee • Instructor: Warren Hicks • Section Number: 13402

Typing/Keyboarding

Develop keyboarding (touch-typing) skills as you work in the Windows environment. Textbook required. (2.4 CEU)

Thursdays • 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. • August 19 - November 4
Room A-110 • $82 Fee • Instructor: Stephanie Winstead • Section Number: 13372


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