Computer Application/Programming

TYPIST: KEYBOARDING
This course is an introduction to proper keyboarding techniques, mastery of alphabetic, numeric and symbol keys, and fundamental skill development of speed and accuracy.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours and 35 wpm with 98% accuracy on a 5 minute timed writing.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

Computer Application Classes

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COMPUTER OPERATION/1: FOUNDATIONS
This course designed for all career pathways provides students with an introduction to the Microsoft Windows XP Operating System. Topics include performing basic mouse operations, understanding keyboard shortcuts, starting an application and creating folders. Other topics include basic word processing, drawing in Windows, and file management using Windows Explorer.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Concurrent enrollment in Typist: Keyboarding (see above) is recommended.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

COMPUTER OPERATOR: SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
This course provides students with an introduction to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Students will learn the fundamentals of each program. This course covers only an introduction to the Microsoft Office Suite.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Computer Basics, Literacy or Computer Operation/1: Foundations (see above) or Challenge test (see test schedule here) and 35 wpm recommended.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

COMPUTER OPERATOR: INTEGRATED APPLICATIONS
This course prepares students to utilize computer equipment and advanced techniques to allow integration of files and documents, to combine files from different applications, and to solve problems associated with program integration and importing of files.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Computer Operator: Software Applications (see above) or Challenge Test (see test schedule here) and 35 wpm recommended.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST [MOS]/1: WORD (CORE/EXPERT LEVELS)
This course is the first in a sequence of two designed to meet the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification requirements. It provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in two levels of Word training: core and expert. Emphasis is placed on working with texts, paragraphs, and documents, as well as file management, use of tables, and working with pictures and charts for the core level. The expert level emphasizes working with paragraphs and documents, using tables, working with pictures and charts, using mail merge and advanced features, and collaborating with work groups.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Computer Operator: Software Applications (see above) or Challenge Test (see test schedule here).
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST [MOS]/2: EXCEL (CORE/EXPERT LEVELS)
This course is the second in a sequence of two designed to meet the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification requirements. It provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in two levels of Excel training – core and expert. Instruction includes an introduction, resource management, business math, entrepreneurship, and review of workplace safety and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on working with cells and files, formatting worksheets, page setup and printing, working with worksheets and workbooks and using charts and objects for the core level. The expert level emphasizes the use of templates and multiple workbooks, formatting numbers, printing workbooks, working with toolbars, using macros, displaying and formatting data, using analysis tools, and collaborating with workgroups.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Computer Operator: Software Applications (see above) or Challenge Test (see test schedule here).
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

Graphics Arts

DESKTOP PUBLISHING/1
This first course designed for desktop publishing provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in grammar application, computer operating systems, the fundamentals of word processing, desktop publishing elements and principles, typography, features and functions of professional desktop publishing software programs such as InDesign and a limited introduction to Illustrator and Photoshop.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Supplies.

DESKTOP PUBLISHING/2
This second course designed for desktop publishing provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in job planning and development, paste-up techniques, resource management, and entrepreneurial skills. Students also review grammar application, desktop publishing elements and principles, proofreading and editing techniques, and employability skills.
Prereqiustes: Desktop Publishing/1 (see above). Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Supplies.

GRAPHIC DESIGN (FUNDAMENTALS)
This first course designed for graphic design provides technical instruction and practical experience in workplace safety, the basic principles and techniques of graphic design, print and web typography, color theory and management, elements of illustration, logo design, and branding, conceptualization of images through sketching, digital imaging software (Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator) and their applications, basic word processing and spreadsheet, resource management, and employability skills.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic Computer skills.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Supplies.

GRAPHIC DESIGN: ADVERTISING DESIGN
This course designed for graphic design provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in fundamental advertising principles, vector-based logo design and illustration, desktop imaging and desktop publishing applications in pre-press production, electronic file management, website advertising, project presentation and delivery, and proofreading and editing. This course also covers resource management and employability skills.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic Computer skills.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Supplies.

GRAPHIC DESIGN: DIGITAL IMAGING
This course focuses on the Adobe Creative Suite which includes Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Bridge for photography, computer graphics, illustration, and graphic design. It covers the fundamentals of digital scanning, digital capture and image manipulation including appropriate techniques for photo retouching, type effects, color corrections, special techniques, special effects, adjustment layers, clipping paths and file preparation for other media. This course also covers resource management and employability skills.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic Computer skills.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Supplies.

GRAPHIC DESIGN: WEB DESIGN (GRAPHICS)
This course is designed to provide students with technical instruction and practical experiences in developing web sites using Photoshop, Flash, and Fireworks.
Prereqiustes: Computer Operation/1: Foundations or Challenge Test (see test schedule here). Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours. Student may earn a certificate for each module.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

GRAPHIC DESIGN: WEB DESIGN (PUBLISHING)
This course is designed to provide students with technical instruction and practical experience using HTML-Hand Coding, Dreamweaver, and JavaScript. Emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, and layout of web pages to build and publish dynamic web sites.
Prereqiustes: Computer Operation/1: Foundations or Challenge Test (see test schedule here). Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours. Student may earn a certificate for each module.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

PHOTOGRAPHY
This course is the first in a sequence of two designed for photography. Instruction for the first half of the course includes the care of camera/lens/other equipment, the different types of cameras and formats, and composition in photography, the basics of image exposure, image exposure with film and the digital file, and the techniques for processing, printing, and print mounting of photographs for exhibits. The second half of the course covers a review of the art standards and portfolio development, advanced photographic concepts, the physics in photography, and internet research. It focuses on portrait, commercial product, and landscape photography as well as pictorialist photography. It also covers portfolio evaluation, employability skills and resource management.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Film or digital camera with manual controls.

COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
This course is the second in a sequence of two designed for photography. It provides students with technical instruction and practical experience through executing artistic standards in commercial photography. Instruction includes an introduction and the scope of commercial photography. The focus of the course is portrait, event, close-up food, and macro photography as well as shooting metal and glass objects. It also covers portfolio creation and evaluation, employability and entrepreneurial skills, and a review of resource management.
Prereqiustes: Photography and employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Film or digital camera with manual controls.

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Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD)

COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING (CAD) TECHNICIAN: ARCHITECTURAL BASICS
(Approved for Veterans)
This course is designed to train students for entry-level employment as operators of computer-aided drafting (CAD) systems. It provides instruction in drawing construction with CAD for architectural drafting based on conventional drafting techniques (basic, intermediate, and advanced levels), a review of basic math skills applicable to CAD, architectural terminology, drafting standards and methods, computer fundamentals, employment literacy, as well as occupational safety guidelines.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills to be assessed on the first day of class.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 100% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Supplies.

COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING (CAD) TECHNICIAN: MECHANICAL BASICS
(Approved for Veterans)
This course is designed to train students for entry-level employment as operators of computer-aided drafting (CAD) systems. It provides instruction in drawing construction with CAD for mechanical drafting based on conventional drafting techniques (basic, intermediate, and advanced levels), a review of basic math skills applicable to CAD, mechanical terminology, drafting standards and methods, computer fundamentals, employment literacy, as well as occupational safety guidelines.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills to be assessed on the first day of class.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete at least 100% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Supplies.

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Information Technology (IT) - Networking

COMPUTER TECHNICIAN (UPGRADE): SMALL OFFICE HOME OFFICE (SOHO)
This course provides students with necessary skills for working in small to medium offices and private home office environments. Students will study concepts from the Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST), an introduction to Server2008 and WI-FI. They will also learn how to upgrade and install operating systems and software, share workgroup files, troubleshoot user environments, business security, and install wireless and Internet services.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills to be assessed on the first day of class.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete a minimum of 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

A+ CERTIFICATION/1
(Approved for Veterans)
These courses are designed for computer installation, preventive maintenance, networking, security, and troubleshooting. They provide students with project-based experiences in basic computer and peripheral servicing. Technical instruction includes an orientation, workplace safety policies and procedures, and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on computer mathematics and the features and functions of the hardware components of a computer system: storage devices, motherboard, power supply devices, central processing unit, display devices, peripherals and input devices, adapter cards, and printers as well as laptops. Emphasis is also placed on current Windows-based operating systems and software and their operational procedures.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete a minimum of 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

CERTIFIED NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR - Part I - Networking Technician
(Approved for Veterans)
Prepare for employment and the Cisco CCNA, Network+, Microsoft and Novell exams. Complete Hands-on training connecting computers together, installing servers, network equipment, and connecting equipment to the Internet. Install File, FTP, TFTP, NAT, DHCP, and WEB site servers. Students install NIC cards, network cabling, hubs, bridges, switches and Cisco routers. Students study the material and prepare for entry into Part II (see below).
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete a minimum of 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

CERTIFIED NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR - Part II - Networking Administrator: Certification Preparation
(Approved for Veterans)
Prepare for employment and the Microsoft MCSE, MCTS, MCITP & Windows 7 Configuration exams; also, the Cisco CCNA, Network+ and Novell CNA exams. Complete Hands-on training connecting computers together, installing servers, network equipment, and forming home, office, and enterprise networks. Learn to connect equipment to the Internet and WAN technology. Install and maintain Microsoft 2003 & 2008 Servers, Linux Servers, Active Directory and Domains. Students install all types of network equipment including Cisco switches and Cisco routers. Students study advanced Cisco routing and switching, and finish preparing for the above exams.
Prereqiustes: Networking Technician. Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete a minimum of 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

ELECTRONICS/1 & ELECTRONICS/2
(Approved for Veterans)
These courses are designed to provide students with a basic introduction in electronic and electrical concepts that prepare them for the Photovotaics (Solar Panel), HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technology), Construction, Automotive, Computer Repair and Computer Networking (see above) programs. Students will learn the basics of household AC & DC electronics. Students study basic terminology and principles of voltage, current, resistance and wattage. Students learn about simple electrical devices such as switches, relays, fuses, breakers, wiring and other simple electronic circuits, digital devices and controllers. Students learn how to read blueprints, use multimeters, soldering skills and learn troubleshooting techniques.
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete a minimum of 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.

ELECTRONICS/3
(Approved for Veterans)
This course is one of three designed for electronics. It provides students with project-based experiences in digital electronics, microprocessor technology and digital logic. Instruction includes an introduction to numeric systems, logic gates and the use of digital probes to troubleshoot circuits. Emphasis is placed on square wave generators, two state logic, memory registers, multiplexers, di-multiplexers, employability skills and an introduction to entrepreneurship. This course will also cover integrated circuits and a brief introduction to local area networks (LAN).
Prereqiustes: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.
Completion Requirements: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency and complete a minimum of 80% of the course hours.
Additional Cost: Textbook and/or supplies.