Computers

Introduction To Personal Computers

Introduction Personal Computer - ITSC 1022   $125.00
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN BUSINESS
Beginning students will learn computer vocabulary, what computers can accomplish in the office and at home, and will get hands-on practice in operating the PC. Topics will include demonstration and practice with each of the main types of software packages. Textbook: Practical Computer Literacy.

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Desktop Operating Systems

Operating Systems - ITSC 1006           $125.00
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS
Prerequisites: Introduction Personal Computer.
This course is designed to assist beginning students gain expertise in Windows. The topics include menus and dialog boxes, creating and saving files, creating shortcuts, organizing files, sharing data between files and applications, customizing the desktop, and using the Internet.

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Word Processing

Word Processing Level 1 - POFI 1003 $125.00
WORD PROCESSING FUNDAMENTALS
Prerequisites: Operating Systems or equivalent skills.
Word processing program that allows students to efficiently create and revise professional documents such as letters, reports, memoranda, and resumes. Topics will include saving and retrieving documents, formatting basic business documents, changing fonts, printing, and block functions. The use of spell checker and thesaurus and mouse techniques will also be covered.

Word Processing Level 2 - POFI 1042 $125.00
WORD PROCESSING APPLICATIONS II
Prerequisites: Word Processing Level 1 or equivalent skills.
Topics include advanced formatting capabilities, search and replace function, use of macros and tables, merging of files, and outlining.

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Spreadsheets

Spreadsheets Level 1 - ITSW 1022 $125.00
INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONIC SPREADSHEETS
Prerequisites: Operating Systems or equivalent skills.
Topics will include terminology, basic commands to create and save a file, how to write formulas, and how to perform mathematical calculations. Also covered is worksheet editing, formatting, and printing.

Spreadsheets Level 2 - ITSW 1046 $125.00
INTERMEDIATE ELECTRONIC SPREADSHEETS
Prerequisites: Spreadsheets Level 1 or equivalent skills.
Topics include moving or copying data and formulas, reorganizing workbooks and sheets, managing files, formatting and printing worksheets, formatting and building complex charts, linking, embedding and consolidating worksheets, sorting mathematical / statistical / financial data, and graphic support.

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Database

Databases Level 1 - ITSW 1053 $125.00
INTRODUCTION TO DATABASE/FILE MANAGEMENT
Prerequisites: Operating Systems or equivalent skills.
Topics include how to create a database, input/ change/delete data, and sort and retrieve selected data. Topics will also include modifying database tables, validating data, and gathering data from external sources. Textbook: Microsoft Access 2002 - Illustrated Complete.

Databases Level 2 - ITSW 1055 $125.00
INTERMEDIATE DATABASE/FILE MANAGEMENT
Prerequisites: Databases Level 1 or equivalent skills.
Topic include querying tables, creating reports, designing complex forms and reports, hyperlinks, and data access pages. Textbook: Microsoft Access 2002 - Illustrated Complete.

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Presentation Graphics

Presentation Tools Level 1 - ITSW 1037 $125.00
INTRODUCTION TO PRESENTATION SOFTWARE
Prerequisites: Operating Systems or equivalent skills.
Topics include: creating and working with a presentation; outlining, adding and modifying text; drawing and modifying objects; changing masters and using color schemes; creating, editing and formatting graphs; creating organizational charts; linking information with other applications; and producing a presentation. Textbook: Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 Comprehensive Concepts and Techniques.

Presentation Tools Level 2 - ITSW 1041 $125.00
INTERMEDIATE PRESENTATION GRAPHICS SOFTWARE
Prerequisites: Presentation Tools Level 1 or equivalent skills.
Topics include creating, editing and formatting graphs, creating organizational charts, linking information with other applications, producing a presentation, creating a multimedia presentation, and creating an Internet presentation. Textbook: Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 Comprehensive Concepts and Techniques.

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PC Service & Support Technician

Operating Systems for Technicians - ITSC 1006  $250.00
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS
This course prepares students to support operating systems used on personal computers. It provides a thorough preparation for one of the exams by CompTIA for A+ certification, A+ Operating System Technologies Exam. Textbook: A+ Guide to Software: Managing, Maintaining, and Troubleshooting.

DOS Fundamentals - ITSC 1046 $250.00
COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS
Prerequisites: Operating Systems for Technicians.
Students will learn the operating principles of DOS, how it manages the PC and how to apply DOS to their business needs. Students will learn to use basic DOS file-handling commands plus hard drive navigation commands. Other topics will include file creation and editing with the DOS line editor, and the operation and creation of batch files. Textbook: The DOS 6 Course Book.

Windows Install and Configure - ITSC 2036 $250.00
ADVANCED COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS
Prerequisites: Operating Systems for Technicians.
Students will install and configure Windows 9x, Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 Professional. Emphasis is on skill development in system configuration. Learn to manipulate RAM, cache, virtual memory to maximize operating speed. Textbook:  A+ Guide to Software: Managing, Maintaining, and Troubleshooting.

Basic Software Troubleshooting - ITSC 1010 $250.00
INTRODUCTION TO HARDWARE AND/OR SOFTWARE SELECTION AND APPLICATIONS
Prerequisites: Windows Installation & Configuration.
Topics include setting up, testing cable devices, using the operating system, formatting disks, building a directory tree, building system commands, and managing / troubleshooting microcomputer operations. Discussions will include installation problems, DLL files and performance issues. Learn to evaluate, isolate, and identify system malfunctions down to the board or module level. Students will have hands-on practice disassembling and reassembling personal computers. Learn how to upgrade hardware and software systems and identify malfunctions. Topics address current software and hardware configurations pertinent to the occupation. Textbook: A+ Guide to Software: Maintaining, and Troubleshooting. 

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EBay

How to Start & Operate a Successful eBay Business - ITNW 1007      $50.00
INTERNET, BASIC
Prerequisites: Basic Internet skills.
Topics covered: Ebay rules and requirements, how to register with Ebay and Paypal, payment options, images & digital photography/scanning, where to find product, how to determine fair market value, determining price for starting bid, types of auctions, timing, feedback system, establishing credibility as a seller, making Ebay's special features work for you, titles that grab and sell, writing the auction description, establishing terms of service, deciding on an auction management service to automate your business, customer service, shipping and where to get free shipping supplies.

eBay As A Successful, Full-Time Business - ITNW 1050         $50.00
INTERNET, INTERMEDIATE
Prerequisites: How to Start and Operate a Successful eBay Business.
Topics covered: Boosting sales, Ebay community as a valuable tool, marketing, finding wholesale product as a constant source, product research, finding your niche, how to become an Ebay Trading Assistant, mailing lists, invoicing, upselling, cross-selling, knowing your competition.

Advanced eBay Tips, Tricks & Tools - ITNW 2036     $50.00
INTERNET, ADVANCED                   
Prerequisites: eBay As A Successful, Full-Time Business
Learn how to make your eBay auctions stand out and increase sales! Students will be introduced to HTML, learn how to create their own eBay auction template, an eBay "About Me" webpage, add cool graphics, sound, counters, and much, much more. Streamline everyday tasks and free up more time to sell and boost your bottom line

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Web Page Design

Web Design and Development 1 - ITNW 2036            $125.00
INTERNET, ADVANCED
Prerequisites: Operating Systems or equivalent skills.
Students will learn how to create Web sites from scratch or from a template or wizard, enhance and add graphic features to Web pages, create tables and frames, work with HTML forms, and publish Webs. Textbook: HTML 4.0: Basic.                     

Web Design and Development 2 - ITNW 2036            $125.00
INTERNET, ADVANCED
Prerequisites: Web Design and Development 1.
A continuation of Web Design and Development 1.            

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