Continuing Education: Computer Training

Computer Aided Design

AutoCAD, Advanced

Introduces advanced 2-D drafting techniques. Topics of instruction include an expanded understanding of AutoCAD drawing commands, dimensioning techniques, grips, attributes, external references, model and paper space viewports. These new skills are the core material needed for employment in the CAD-related business. Learn commands and functionality designed to make the user more productive, and develop significant depths of understanding and skill advancement. Textbook required. (4.8 CEU)

Thursdays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 21 - December 11
Room G-115 • $72 fee • Instructor: Iris McCullough • Course Code: 7804

Computer Repair

A+ Certification Exam Prep

Learn to install, upgrade, and maintain IBM and IBM compatible computers. Upon successful completion students should be able to identify and define the various components of a microcomputer system; operate the test equipment necessary for trouble-shooting, locate and correct defective components, and perform preventive maintenance and alignment procedures. Prior course in Build and Repair PCs recommended. Textbook required. (5.1 CEU)

Thursdays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 21 - December 18
Room J-203a • $72 fee • Instructor: Dan McNamara • Course Code: 7789

Build and Repair PCs

Assemble personal computers from new and used components. Avoid expensive ser-vice 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)

Tuesdays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 19 - December 2
Room J-203a • $72 fee • Instructor: Deborah Outlaw • Course Code: 7806

 

“Fast Track” Courses

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

Microsoft Word 2007

Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • September 19 and 26
Room A-110 • $50 Fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes • Course Code: 7822

Microsoft Excel 2007

Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • August 22 and 29
Room A-110 • $50 Fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes • Course Code: 7820

Microsoft PowerPoint

2007Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • October 3 and 10
Room A-110 • $50 fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes • Course Code: 7821

General

How to Buy & Sell on eBay

Learn to buy and sell items on the Internet using eBay. Develop on-line marketing and promotion skills. Set up accounts and learn buying and selling techniques. (3.0 CEU)

Mondays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 18 - December 1
Room A-110 • $67 fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes • Course Code: 7823

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. Textbook required. (3.0 CEU)

Mondays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 18 - December 1
Room D-205 • $67 fee • Instructor: Becky Jones • Course Code: 7824

Personal Computers, Introduction

Beginners get a working knowledge of personal computers, the Windows working environment, and exposure to word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Also introduces computer terminology and current trends in technology. Textbook required. (3.0 CEU)

Mondays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. • August 18 - December 1
Room A-112 • $67 fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Course Code: 7795

Mondays, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. • August 18 - December 1
Room D-205 • $67 fee • Instructor: Mary McClain • Course Code: 7811

Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 21 - December 4
Room A-112 • $67 fee • Instructor: Becky Jones • Course Code: 7826

Windows File and Disk Management

Burn a CD, copy and move files, remove documents and applications from your system, work with the recycle bin, organize your hard drive with folders, maintain and troubleshoot your hard drive, create and delete desktop shortcuts, learn file and management techniques. No text required. (3.0 CEU)

Wednesdays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. • August 20 - December 3
Room D-205 • $67 fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Course Code: 7802

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)Tuesdays, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. • August 19 - November 25Room A-110 • $67 fee • Instructor: Gail Jones • Course Code: 7793

Microsoft Excel, Introduction

Theory and uses of electronic spreadsheets in Excel 2007, including 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 are covered. Prior introductory PC course recommended. Textbook required. (3.0 CEU) Wednesdays, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. • August 20 - December 3Room A-110 • $67 fee • Instructor: Telly Knight • Course Code: 7807Thursdays, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. • August 21 - December 4Room A - 110 • $67 fee • Instructor: Becky Jones • Course Code: 7813

Microsoft Powerpoint

Create dazzling presentations with slides, charts, outlines, graphs, clip art, and special effects in PowerPoint 2007. Prior introductory PC course recommended. Textbook required. (3.0 CEU)Mondays, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. • August 18 - December 1Room A-110 • $67 fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Course Code: 7815

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. (3.0 CEU)Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. • August 18 -December 1Room A-110 • $67 fee • Instructor: Becky Jones • Course Code: 7816Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. • August 19 - November 25Room A-110 • $67 fee • Instructor: Gail Jones • Course Code: 7827

Windows Vista

Windows Vista is a departure from the traditional Windows of yesteryear. Learn to use Vista’s best and most important features. Discover techniques for personalizing Vista to your own needs and preferences. Textbook required. (3.0 CEU)Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 19 - November 25Room A-112 • $67 fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Course Code: 7814

Windows XP

Learn the Windows operating system that combines traditional computer use with easy Internet access. Introduces beginning concepts and progresses through advanced web-integration necessary to utilize the new and powerful Windows XP to its fullest potential. Prior introductory PC course recommended. Textbook required. (3.0 CEU)Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 21 - December 4Room D-205 • $67 fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Course Code: 7792

Working with Windows Media Player

This course explains the practical and simple usage of the basic Microsoft media applications of Windows Media Player and Windows Movie Maker. Students will be ex-posed to basic techniques of downloading CD music onto their computer, creating CD music albums to play, downloading pictures from their digital cameras for print, and using the music and pictures to create videos and movies, and sending these created videos via e-mail. (3.0 CEU)Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. • August 21 - December 4Room D-205 • $67 fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Course Code: 7790

 

Web Design Courses

Adobe Photoshop

Learn step by step basics of Adobe PhotoShop by covering applied 2-D graphics, graphic formats, graphic manipulation, and effects including filters, text tools, layers, and paths. Topics will include graphic production for the web and for print. Prior introductory PC course recommended. Textbook required. (4.8 CEU)

Mondays, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. • August 18 - December 8
Room A-112 • $72 fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes* • Course Code: 7791
*Professional Photographer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and Certified Internet Webmaster

Adobe Photoshop II

Learn skills to enhance your ability to create accurate masks, image effects, and re-touch 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. (4.8 CEU)

Tuesdays, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. • August 19 - December 2
Room A-112 • $72 fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes* • Course Code: 7803
*Professional Photographer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and Certified Internet Webmaster

Cutting Edge Web Design

A continuation of the extremely popular course that concentrates on the scripting side of cutting edge web design. Using Photoshop, PHP and MySQL, you will continue to develop server side scripts that make your web pages work for you instead of you working for them. Create dynamic pages that build themselves based on the users needs. Gaming, Database lookups, and Shopping Carts will be discussed. An assessment will be given at the end of the course. (4.8 CEU)

Thursdays, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. • August 21 - December 11
Room A-112 • $72 fee • Instructor: Chris Barnes* • Course Code: 7809
*Professional Photographer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and Certified Internet Webmaster

 

Workplace Computing

Certified Office Assistant Training

This 102-hour course is designed for students who plan to work in an office environ-met. Training covers communications, record management, business ethics, stress management, total quality concepts, telephone skills, keyboarding, introduction to computers, and the Microsoft Office Suite. Prior introductory PC course recommended. Textbook required. (10.2 CEU)

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • August 18 - December 17
Room A-112 • $77 fee • Instructor: Dr. Bettie Applewhite • Course Code: 7808

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.). Student 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.

Tuesdays, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. • August 19 - November 25
Room D-205 • $67 fee • Instructor: Gil Fair • Course Code: 7818

Introduction To The Computerized Medical Office

Provides computer training skills required to work in today’s medical office. Course top-ics will include entering patient data, billing routines, posting transactions, generating reports, appointment scheduling, and basic concepts for medical administrative staff. Textbook required. (4.8 CEU)

Thursdays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 21 - December 11
Room A-110 • $72 fee • Instructor: Stephanie N. WinsteadCourse Code 7825

Typing/Keyboarding

Develop keyboarding (touch-typing) skills as you work in the Windows environment. Textbook required. (3.0 CEU)

Thursdays, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. • August 21 - December 4
Room D-205 • $67 fee • Instructor: Mary McClainCourse Code: 7817