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Computers & information Technology
Computer students: please bring a diskette or USB flash drive to class.
Where
required, textbooks can be purchased at the bookstore at 914-606-6475 or
ordered online at
www.sunywcc.edu
Computer Basics 1:
Getting Started
For those with little or no experience in operating a personal computer,
this class covers working with the mouse and keyboard, understanding the
Windows desktop, using Windows accessory programs and more. Pick up some
new tips and tricks! $130 (+ textbook).
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Sat., Sept. 6 & 13, 10:00 am-1:00 pm,
TEC-13E. #XA-P450
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Fri., Oct. 3 & 10, 6:00-9:00 pm, TEC-13D.
#XA-P451
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Wed., Oct. 29 & Nov. 5, 6:30-9:30 pm,
CLA-321. #XA-P452
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Sept. 8 & 10, 6:00-9:00 pm,
#YR-Y117
At Cross County Center: 1 Mon., Sept. 15, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y215
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Dec. 1 & 3, 6:00-9:00 pm, #YR-Y219
At Ossining Center: 2 Tues., Oct. 7 & 14, 6:30-9:30 pm, #OS-D168
At Mt. Vernon Center: 2 Fri., Oct. 17 & 24, 6:00-9:00 pm,
#MV-V162
Computer Basics 2:
Managing Your Computer
Don’t let your hard drive become a nightmare. Learn to create and
organize folders, copy, move, and rename files, search for files, work
with shortcuts, customize your Desktop and more. Prerequisite: Computer
Basics 1 or equivalent. $130 (+ textbook).
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Sat., Sept. 20 & 27, 10:00 am-1:00 pm,
TEC-13E. #XA-P491
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Fri., Oct. 17 & 24, 6:00-9:00 pm, TEC-13D.
#XA-P492
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Wed., Nov. 12 & 19, 6:30-9:30 pm, CLA-321.
#XA-P493
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Sept. 15 & 17, 6:00-9:00 pm,
#YR-Y118
At Cross County Center: 1 Wed., Sept. 17, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y216
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Dec. 8 & 10, 6:00-9:00 pm,
#YR-Y220
At Ossining Center: 2 Tues., Oct. 21 & 28, 6:30-9:30 pm, #OS-D169
At Mt. Vernon Center: 2 Fri., Oct. 31 & Nov. 7, 6:00-9:00 pm,
#MV-V163
Computer Basics 3:
Internet and Email
Get up to speed on the information superhighway and learn how to explore
the vast resources of the Web along with the ins and outs of keeping in
touch with others through email.
Prerequisite: Computer Basics 1 or equivalent. $130 (+ textbook).
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Sat., Oct. 4 & 11, 10:00 am-1:00 pm,
TEC-13E. #XA-P495
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Fri., Oct. 31 & Nov. 7, 6:00-9:00 pm,
TEC-13D. #XA-P496
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Wed., Dec. 3 & 10, 6:30-9:30 pm, CLA-321.
#XA-P497
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Sept. 22 & 24, 6:00-9:00 pm,
#YR-Y119
At Cross County Center: 1 Mon., Sept. 22, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y217
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Dec. 15 & 17, 6:00-9:00 pm,
#YR-Y221
At Ossining Center: 2 Tues., Nov. 4 & 11, 6:30-9:30 pm, #OS-D170
At Mt. Vernon Center: 2 Fri, Nov. 14 & 21, 6:00-9:00 pm, #MV-V164
Save $$ when you register for all three Computer Basics classes in a
series for only $330.
For the Valhalla Saturday series, use #XA-P501
For the Valhalla Friday evening series, use #XA-P500
For the Valhalla Wednesday evening series, use #XA-P502 (skip 11/26)
For the Cross County Sept. evening series, use #YR-Y120
For the Cross County daytime series, use #YR-Y218
For the Cross County Dec. evening series, use #YR-Y222
For the Ossining series, use #OS-D171
For the Mt. Vernon series, use #MV-V165
Sorry, you may not mix and match courses.
Keyboarding on the Computer
Strongly recommended for individuals with less than 40 wpm
keyboarding skills. Designed to provide introductory and brush-up
touch-typing instruction on the keyboard.
10 T/Th, Sept. 16-Oct. 16, 6:00-8:00 pm, CLA-321, $160 (+ textbook).
#XA-P019
Using the Computer for Digital Photography and Video
NEW!
Using Microsoft Windows Movie Maker
Microsoft’s free video editor is a simple way to create your own movies
from photos and videos. You’ll be impressed by how easily you can create
a professional looking movie that can be shared with co-workers, family
and friends. Prerequisite: Computer Basics 1 and 2 or equivalent
experience. $100.
2 M/W, Sept. 22 & 24, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13D. #XA-P291
2 T/Th, Oct. 21 & 23, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13E. #XA-P292
NEW!
Tips for Getting Better Digital Photos:
Avoiding and Fixing Common Mistakes
Learn camera handling techniques to get better images from your camera
and find out how to improve your camera images with free photo editing
programs. Prerequisite: Computer Basics 1 and 2 or equivalent
experience. $100.
2 Sat., Sept. 6 & 13, 10:00 am-1:00 pm, CLA-321. #XA-P906
2 Thurs., Sept. 11 & 18, 12:00-3:00 pm, TEC-13D. #XA-P907
2 Wed., Nov. 11 & 19, 10:00 am-1:00 pm, TEC-13E. #XA-P293
2 Thurs., Nov. 13 & 20, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13D. #XA-P294
2 Sat., Nov. 15 & 22, 10:00 am-1:00 pm, CLA-321. #XA-P295
Accounting and Finance
Bookkeeping with QuickBooks and Excel Non-Credit Certificate
Earn this certificate by completing our Introduction to QuickBooks
class, the Excel series, and Accounting & Bookkeeping for Beginners.
Apply for the certificate upon completing all requirements.
Accounting & Bookkeeping for Beginners
An
introduction to beginning accounting practices including transaction
analysis, journal entries, general ledger, and financial statements.
Bring a calculator to class. 2.0 CEUs.
10 Sat., Sept. 20-Nov. 22, 9:30-11:30 am, Room TBD, $195 (+
textbook). R Balotti. #WJ-D001
Introduction to QuickBooks
Learn how to handle accounts payable and receivable, customer info,
inventory, payroll, and track your business’s financial health. No
accounting experience required. Prerequisite: Computer Basics 1 and 2 or
equivalent experience. $380 (+ textbook).
6 Fri., Sept. 12-Oct. 17, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, TEC-13E. #XA-P990
6 Mon., Oct. 20- Nov. 24, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13E. #XA-P376
Performing Payroll in QuickBooks
Preparing payroll for a small business can be much easier with the
powerful features of QuickBooks. Learn to set up a payroll, pay
employees, use timesheets and reports and create standard federal and
state payroll forms. Prerequisite: Introduction to QuickBooks or
equivalent experience.
1 Mon., Dec. 1, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13E, $65. #XA-P618
Microsoft Office Specialist
Prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist certification exams or just
build new skills. Our Microsoft applications courses are taught using MS
Office 2007.
MS Office Skills for the Workplace
Today’s workplace is competitive! Don’t let weak computer skills hold
you back. Learn to use key applications in the Microsoft Office Suite –
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook – in this intensive introductory
course. Prerequisite: Computer Basics 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
18 M/W, Sept. 22-Nov. 19, 9:00 am-12:30 pm, TEC-13D, $1150 (+ textbook).
#XA-P683
MS Office Skills Non-Credit Certificate
The applications in the Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Word,
PowerPoint) are widely used and these skills are expected of today’s
working professional. Complete our series of classes in these four
programs to qualify for this non-credit certificate. Apply for the
certificate upon completing all requirements.
MS Word –
Level
1
Get started with Word even if you have not done word processing before.
Covers editing documents, formatting text, paragraphs and documents and
creating and formatting tables – fundamental skills for creating
letters, reports and documents. Prerequisite: Computer Basics 1
and 2 or equivalent experience. $260 (+ textbook).
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Sat., Sept. 6 & 13, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
TEC-13D. #XA-P428
At Valhalla Campus: 4 M/W, Oct. 27-Nov. 5, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13D.
#XA-P417
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Sept. 29 & Oct. 1, 9:00 am-4:00
pm, #YR-Y177
At Cross County Center: 2 Sat., Oct. 18 & 25, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y190
MS Word –
Level
2
Expand your skills and enhance your documents by adding graphics, using
styles and templates, and managing multi-page documents. Create
personalized mailings by merging data into your documents. Learn how
easy it is to turn your Word document into a web page.
Prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 1 or equiv. experience. $260 (+
textbook).
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Sat., Sept. 20 & 27, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
TEC-13D. #XA-P899
At Valhalla Campus: 4 M/W, Nov. 10-19, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13D.
#XA-P429
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Oct. 6 & 8, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y178
At Cross County Center: 2 Sat., Nov. 1 & 8, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y191
MS Word –
Level
3
Master more advanced features of Word such as building forms, creating
charts and diagrams, collaborating with others on a document, working
with references, advanced graphics, and integrating Word with other
applications. Prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 2 or equivalent
experience. $260 (+ textbook).
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Sat., Oct. 4 & 11, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
TEC-13D. #XA-P900
At Valhalla Campus: 4 M/W, Dec. 1-10, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13D.
#XA-P431
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Oct. 13 & 15, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y179
At Cross County Center: 2 Sat., Nov. 15 & 22, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y192
Save $$ when you register for all three Word classes in a series for
only $700.
For the Valhalla Word evening series, use #XA-P432 (skip 11/24 &
11/26)
For the Valhalla Word Saturday series, use #XA-P901
For the Cross County Word day series, use #YR-Y180
For the Cross County Word Saturday series, use #YR-Y193
Sorry, you may not mix and match courses.
MS Excel –
Level
1
Get started with Excel even if you have not used a spreadsheet before.
Building and editing worksheets, formatting a worksheet, working with
charts and working with formulas and functions. Prerequisite: Computer
Basics 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $260 (+ textbook).
At Valhalla Campus: 4 T/Th, Sept. 9-18, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13E.
#XA-P444
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Sat., Oct. 18 & 25, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
TEC-13D. #XA-P433
At Cross County Center: 4 M/W, Sept. 29-Oct. 8, 6:00-9:00 pm,
#YR-Y105
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Nov. 10 & 12, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y181
MS Excel –
Level
2
Expand your skills in Excel by learning to use and analyze tables, and
enhance your charts and worksheets. Explore techniques for managing
workbooks, sharing Excel files, and incorporating Web information.
Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel Level 1 or equivalent experience. $260 (+
textbook).
At Valhalla Campus: 4 T/Th, Sept. 23-Oct. 7, 6:30-9:30 pm,
TEC-13E. #XA-P897 (skip 9/30)
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Nov. 1 & 8, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13D.
#XA-P445
At Cross County Center: 4 M/W, Oct. 13-22, 6:00-9:00 pm, #YR-Y106
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Nov. 17 & 19, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y182
MS Excel –
Level
3
Master more advanced features of Excel such as What-If Analysis,
analyzing data with PivotTables, exchanging data with other programs and
advanced worksheet management. Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel Level 2 or
equivalent experience. $260 (+ textbook).
At Valhalla Campus: 4 T/Th, Oct. 14-23, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13E.
#XA-P905
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Sat., Nov. 15 & 22, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
TEC-13D. #XA-P446
At Cross County Center: 4 M/W, Oct. 27-Nov. 5, 6:00-9:00 pm,
#YR-Y107
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Dec. 1 & 3, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y183
Save $$ when you register for all three Excel classes in a series for
just $700
For the Valhalla Excel evening series, use #XA-P448 (skip 9/30)
For the Valhalla Excel Saturday series, use #XA-P908
For the Cross County Excel evening series, use #YR-Y108
For the Cross County Excel day series, use #YR-Y184 (skip 11/24 & 11/26)
Sorry, you may not mix and match courses.
MS Access –
Level
1
Get started with Access, the Office Suite’s powerful database program.
Includes building and editing tables, using queries, forms and reports,
and modifying your database structure. Prerequisite: Computer
Basics 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
4 T/Th, Oct. 28-Nov. 6, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13E, $260 (+ textbook).
#XA-P413
MS Access –
Level
2
Expand your skills in Access by learning to create multiple table
queries, develop forms and subforms, create charts and PivotTables, and
build advanced queries. Explore how to share Access data with other
applications and enhance your reports. Prerequisite: Microsoft
Access Level 1 or equivalent experience.
4 T/Th, Nov. 11-20, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13E, $260 (+ textbook). #XA-P414
MS Access –
Level
3
Master more advanced features of Access such as creating macros,
creating modules, and developing advanced forms and reports. Learn how
to simplify the database interface for other users and tips for
maintaining your database. Prerequisite: Microsoft Access Level 2 or
equivalent experience.
4 T/Th, Dec. 2-11, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13E, $260 (+ textbook). #XA-P415
Save $$ when you register for all three Access classes for just $700
For the Access series, use #XA-P416 (skip 11/25 & 11/27)
MS PowerPoint –
Level
1
Learn the basics of this easy to use program to create visually
compelling presentations and slides. Wizards and templates give you a
quick start on professional presentations and you’ll also learn to
develop your own designs with text, graphics and special effects.
Prerequisite: Computer Basics 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $260 (+
textbook).
At Valhalla Campus: 4 M/W, Sept. 8-17, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13D.
#XA-P987
At Cross County Center: 2 Sat., Sept. 20 & 27, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y008
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Oct. 27 & 29, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y186
MS PowerPoint –
Level
2
Enhance your presentations with a variety of chart types. Integrate
PowerPoint with other programs, like Excel, to represent data
graphically with more impact. Include multimedia and web resources in
your presentations. Explore options for preparing a presentation for
live delivery, web delivery, and distribution on CD. Prerequisite:
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1 or equivalent. $260 (+ textbook).
At Valhalla Campus:
4 M/W, Sept. 22-Oct. 6, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13D. #XA-P685 (skip 9/29).
At Cross County Center: 2 Sat., Oct. 4 & 11, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y128
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Nov. 3 & 5, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y187
Save $$ when you register for both MS PowerPoint classes at the same
location for just $470
For the Valhalla PowerPoint series, use #XA-P169 (skip 9/29)
For the Cross County PowerPoint day series, use #YR-Y188
For the Cross County PowerPoint Saturday series, use #YR-Y138
MS Outlook
Outlook is more than just email! Master intro and advanced features of
Outlook mail, explore the powerful calendar and meeting scheduler,
contacts and address book, and task manager. Prerequisite: Computer
Basics 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $260 (+ textbook).
At Valhalla Campus: 4 M/W, Oct. 13-22, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC-13D.
#XA-P168
At Valhalla Campus: 2 Sat., Dec. 6 & 13, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
TEC-13D. #XA-P127
At Cross County Center: 2 M/W, Oct. 20 & 22, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,
#YR-Y146
At Cross County Center: 4 M/W, Nov. 10-19, 6:00-9:00 pm, #YR-Y185
Take Your Microsoft Office Certification Exams on Campus!
You can now take your Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exams for Office
2003 or Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (Office 2007) at the
Valhalla campus. Contact Mary Beth Jerry by email at
marybeth.jerry@sunywcc.edu or
914-606-7904 for further details or to make a test appointment.
Microsoft Certification Training – Online Programs
If our class schedule doesn’t match your availability, you can still
train for a new career and sharpen your computer skills by enrolling in
our online class offered in partnership with Gatlin Education Services.
For more information, see Online Certificate Programs visit
www.gatlineducation.com/sunywcc
Business Solutions with Microsoft Office
Your time and training dollars are stretched - these short courses are
designed to teach just the skills you need to solve specific business
problems. Classes are offered in both the 2003 and 2007 versions as
noted.
MS Word Basics
Learn the fundamentals of word processing for creating basic documents.
Enter and edit text, correct spelling and grammar as you type, change
fonts and font sizes, emphasize text, set margins and tabs, use bullets
and numbering, create an envelope, search for and replace text.
Prerequisite: Computer Basics 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $125.
Word 2003: 1 Mon., Sept. 15, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13E. #XA-P979
Word 2007: 1 Fri., Oct. 10, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13D. #XA-P299
Creating Brochures, Flyers and Newsletters with MS Word
Learn to use clip art, graphics, Word Art objects and watermarks, insert
special characters and symbols, format text in columns, and use borders
and shading. Prerequisite: Word Basics or equivalent experience. $125.
Word 2003: 1 Mon., Oct. 20, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13E. #XA-P171
Word 2007: 1 Fri., Nov. 14, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13D. #XA-P296
MS Excel Basics
Learn the fundamentals: enter and edit text and values; create simple
formulas; select cells and ranges; move around the worksheet; change
column widths and row heights; insert and delete rows and columns;
format numbers; copy and move data from one location to another using
menus, fill-handle and drag and drop; save, retrieve and print
worksheets. Prerequisite: Computer Basics 1 and 2 or equivalent
experience. $125.
Excel 2003: 1 Mon., Sept. 22, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13E. #XA-P982
Excel 2007: 1 Fri., Oct. 17, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13D. #XA-P300
Data Management with MS Excel
Learn to sort data with multiple keys, validate data, create a
data-entry form and get subtotals based on various criteria. Use named
ranges and Lookup tables to retrieve and summarize data. Import data
into Excel from other applications.
Prerequisite: Excel Basics or Excel Level 1 or equivalent experience.
$125.
Excel 2003: 1 Mon., Oct. 6, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13E. #XA-P766
Excel 2007: 1 Fri., Nov. 21, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13D. #XA-P298
Using MS Excel Functions
Learn to use a variety of financial and statistical functions to analyze
your data. Develop conditional calculations using the logical functions.
Track time-dependent data with date and time functions.
Prerequisite: Excel Basics, MS
Excel Level 1 or equivalent experience. $125.
Excel 2003: 1 Mon., Oct. 27, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13E.
#XA-P334
Excel 2007: 1 Fri., Nov. 7, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13D. #XA-P313
MS
PowerPoint Basics
Get a quick introduction to the fundamentals of creating dynamic slides
in PowerPoint to present your text, graphics and charts. Prerequisite:
Computer Basics 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $125.
PowerPoint 2003: 1 Mon., Sept. 29, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13E.
#XA-P335
PowerPoint 2007: 1 Fri., Oct.24, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13D.
#XA-P336
NEW!
MS PowerPoint Tips for Presenters
If you are already using PowerPoint these tips will help you make your
presentations more efficient, consistent, and effective by mastering
color schemes, templates, fonts, and navigation techniques.
Prerequisite: PowerPoint Basics or PowerPoint Level 1 or equivalent
experience. $125.
PowerPoint 2003: 1 Mon., Nov. 3, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13E.
#XA-P375
PowerPoint 2007: 1 Fri., Oct.31, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, TEC-13D.
#XA-P337
Programming
Web Programming in HTML and JavaScript
Learn to use HTML and basic JavaScript to create robust and functional
web pages. Discover how the language is used and interpreted on the Web
to display text formats, colors, images and various layouts. Implement
style sheets technology (CSS) to further control the appearance and
positioning of the contents within your page. Prerequisite: Computer
Basics series or equivalent experience.
6 Sat., Sept. 20-Oct. 25, 10:00 am-5:00 pm, CLA-321, $775 (+ textbook).
#XA-P620
NEW! VBA for Microsoft Excel
To really let loose the power of macros in Excel you need to know some
VBA programming. This course will take your knowledge to the next level
and no previous programming experience is required. Concepts such as
simple programming techniques, user forms, and integration with other
systems are just some of the areas that will be covered. Prerequisites:
MS Excel Series and some knowledge of macros or equivalent experience.
6 M/W, Sept. 8-Oct. 15, 6:30-9:30 pm, TEC13E, $775 (+ textbook).
#XA-P128
Project Management
Cheetah Learning Project Management Master’s Certificate
See details in our section on Online Certificate Programs
Introduction to Project Management
Project management skills are in demand in all types of organizations
since there is increased pressure to meet project goals on time and
within budget while maintaining quality. You will learn about project
management framework, project lifecycle and explore key knowledge areas
such as scope, time, cost, and risk management.
6 M/W, Sept. 8-Oct. 27 (skip 9/29, 10/1 & 8), 7:00-9:30 pm, Room TBD,
$380. #XA-P793
COMPUTER/OFFICE SKILLS INTENSIVE (NON-CREDIT)
Need to compete in today’s workplace? Are you divorced, widowed,
separated, have a spouse who is disabled or unemployed, or are you a
single parent? Project Transition provides specially funded FREE
computer and job search skills workshops for displaced homemakers.
Programs include:
Computer Skills - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, File Management,
Introduction to Outlook, and Internet Research. Prerequisite: Type 25
wpm. QuickBooks offered periodically on the Valhalla campus to people
with bookkeeping or accounting background.
Job Search Skills - Resume Development, Career Strategies,
Interviewing Skills, Mock Interviews, and Job Search Techniques.
Coaching with a Job Developer is provided.
Fall classes offered at the Ossining Extension Center.
All services are free for those eligible for the program; proof of
eligibility is required.
For information, eligibility, and details, call 914-606-6825, or
email
Marika.Scotti@sunywcc.edu
Program funded by the NYS Department of Labor Office of Workforce
Development and Training.
Computer Classes in Peekskill
For more information or to register, call 914-606-7300. The
Westchester Community College Peekskill Extension Center is located at
27 N. Division Street. Software versions are subject to change.
Introduction to OSX Leopard
Covers everything about Mac OSX, from how to install the system on your
computer and the architecture of the operating system, to getting
comfortable with its features. Includes customizing the Finder, file
management, printing, email and the Internet.
Sat., 9:00 am-4:00 pm, $100.
Sept. 20. #PE-P189
Oct. 18. #PE-P190
Editing with iMOVIE
Create professional looking videos using iMovie. Covers the editing
process from capture to export. Includes: setting up preferences,
logging and capturing DV footage, transitions, adding and mixing audio,
importing stills, timeline editing, and exporting the edited movie.
Sat., Oct. 11, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, $100. #PE-P198
Intro to MAC
Computer Art and Design programs require basic knowledge of a Macintosh
operating system. This introductory class, for those new to the computer
or to the Apple Operating System, explains the hardware and software.
$25
1 Wed., Sept. 17, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. #PE-P088
1 Mon., Sept. 22, 1:00-4:00 pm. #PE-P087
1 Fri., Sept. 26, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. #PE-P154
1 Sat., Oct. 4, 1:00-4:00 pm. #PE-P089
Quick Start to Dreamweaver CS3
Learn to use the latest version of Dreamweaver, a web site design tool.
Use advanced graphics, text, animation, video, and audio tools to design
a creative interactive online experience.
Sat., Oct. 4, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $150 (+ $50 lab fee). #PE-P188
Quick Start to Photo Editing
Learn to use the latest version of Photoshop with time management
features and enhancements for web and video designers. An introduction
to this tool will include: imaging formats, use of Photoshop in computer
graphics imaging, use of ImageReady and output for the Web.
Sat., Oct. 11, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $150 (+ $50 lab fee). #PE-P208
Quick Start to Adobe Illustrator CS3
Explore Adobe Illustrator CS with new 3D and web features. An
introduction to this tool will include: digital illustration, drawing
tools, Bezier curves, fonts, use of Illustrator in graphic design, and
in 3D.
Sat., Oct. 18, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $150 (+ $50 lab fee). #PE-P266
Quick Start to Adobe After Effects 7
Using Adobe After Effects in motion graphics and
visual effects for film, video, DVD, and the Web. An introduction to
this tool will include: an explanation of motion graphics, orientation
to the interface and tools, an explanation of key-framing and time-based
graphics.
Sat., Oct. 25, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $150 (+ $50 lab fee). #PE-P228
Quick Start to Adobe InDesign CS3
Adobe InDesign enables you to take advantage of the integrative power of
CS and the dynamic nature of InDesign with its powerful print to Web
solutions. An introduction to this tool will include: an overview of
graphic layout and design and an orientation to the interface and tools.
Sat., Nov. 1, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $150 (+ $50 lab fee). #PE-P187
Quick Start to Macromedia Flash CS3
Flash enables you to create animated vector graphics for the Web. A
quick start to this tool will include: a definition of tweening and
time-based graphics and an orientation of the interface and tools.
Sat., Nov.8, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $150 (+ $50 lab fee). #PE-P223
Quick Start to Digital Audio
This introduction will cover basic editing skills of digitized audio and
composing with audio loops on multitrack software. The popular software
Garageband, Soundtrack and an introduction to sequencing will be
explored.
Sat., Nov. 15, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $150 (+ $50 lab fee). #PE-P207
COURSES FOR COLLEGE CREDIT
Certified Cisco Network Associate
Cisco Network Academy
The college is an official Cisco Regional Academy offering classes for
the CCNA, CCNP, A+, Server+, and PAI Certifications. For CCNA and CCNP,
there are four classes to prepare for the industry standard exam. Listed
below is the schedule for the first class needed for the CCNA program.
The Academy also offers A+ and Server+ certifications; only one class is
needed to begin to prepare for each certification. In partnership with
Cisco and Panduit, the academy offers Voice and Data Cabling to prepare
for the Panduit Authorized Installer (PAI) certification. Also in
partnership with the Cisco Learning Institute, the Academy offers the
Home Technology Integration + certification prep course. These
classes also earn credits toward a college degree. All the
certifications along with Voice and Data Cabling can be linked together
to prepare for a career track as a network specialist. For more
information, or for a Fall 2008 schedule of classes, call Steve Leone at
914-606-6658 or Admissions at 914-606-6735 or email
steve.leone@sunywcc.edu
Cisco
Certified Network Associate
CCNA 1 Networking Basics #8454 Mon. 12:00 noon-2:50
pm/ Wed. 1:00 pm-2:50 pm
CCNA 1 Networking Basics #8457 T/Th 8:00-10:20 pm
A+
Certification and Server+ Certification
IT Essentials 1 #8451 Mon. 6:00-9:45 pm
Cisco
Certified Network Professional
Adv. Router Configuration #8468 T/Th 5:30-7:50
pm
Server+ Certification
IT Essentials 2 #8459 T/Th 2:00-3:50 pm
Panduit Authorized Installer
Voice /Data Cabling Basics #8469 Wed. 6:00-9:40 pm
Home
Technology Integration+
HTI+ #8460 Wed. 6:00-9:50 pm
Voice
over IP
#8467 T/Th 5:30-8:15 pm
Computer Forensics
#8470 Thurs. 6:00-9:45 pm
Join
us for a Cisco Open House
August 14 from 6:00-7:00 pm
Admissions Conference Room, Administration Building Room 236
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
A one-year certificate program in CAD technology designed to prepare the
student for employment opportunities using AutoCAD, the most popular
design software. Continue on in various A.A.S. degree programs or enter
the civil, mechanical, or architectural design fields.
Take individual courses or the overall certificate program. For more
information, or for a Fall 2008 schedule of classes, call Steve Leone at
914-606-6658 or Admissions at 914-606-6735 or email
steve.leone@sunywcc.edu
.
CAD courses offered in the fall semester include:
CAD I (#8472) Sat.
9:00 am-1:00 pm
CAD I (#8478) Mon.
6:00-9:45 pm
CAD I (#8475) Tues.
6:00-9:30 pm
CAD I (#8479) Wed.
6:00-9:30 pm
CAD II (#8480) Sat.
9:00 am-1:00 pm
CAD II (#8481) Mon.
6:00-9:45 pm
CAD III-3D Modeling (#8484) Wed. 6:00-9:30
pm
CAD IV-Auto Architect (#8487) Thurs.
6:00-9:45 pm
Computer Applications Specialist Certificate
This 25-credit certificate includes office computer and current business
applications, and prepares the student for employment as a Computer
Applications Specialist, Office Assistant, Customer Service Rep and
other administrative office support positions. Full- or part-time study
is available, both day and evening,
For more information, or for a Fall 2008 schedule of classes, call Steve
Leone at 914-606-6658 or Admissions at 914-606-6735 or email
steve.leone@sunywcc.edu
There are eight required classes:
Keyboarding & Info. Processing
Word Processing Applications
Computer Info. Systems
Business Communications
Advanced Word Processing Applications
Management Information Systems or Spreadsheet & Database Applications
Integrated Office Applications
Computerized Accounting
For
information about our one credit Keyboarding courses - Essentials or
Speedbuilding - please call 914-606-6658.
Help Desk Support Certificate
This 24-credit certificate will prepare students for entry-level
Information Technology positions in such jobs as Help Desk Coordinators,
Help Desk Technician and Computer Tech. Prepare for the
industry-recognized certification exams, Microsoft Office Specialist and
A+ Core Hardware Exam. Full- or part-time study is available, both day
and evening.
For more information, or for a Fall 2008 schedule of classes, call Steve
Leone at 914-606-6658 or Admissions at 914-606-6735 or email
steve.leone@sunywcc.edu
There are eight required classes:
Word Processing Applications
Computer Information Systems
Business Communications
PC Troubleshooting
Business Organization/Management
Help Desk Support
Management Information systems
Integrated Office Applications
Other classes on this topic may be offered for mature adults; see the
Mainstream page for more information. |