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COMPUTERS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Interested in Project Management or IT certifications such as A+, MCSE?
Our instructor-led online programs may be your solution!
See the Online Courses section for more details or call 914-606-7904 or email PDC@sunywcc.edu for more information.

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

All classes are taught with Windows 7 and Microsoft Office 2010

Essential Computer Skills 1 – Operational Skills
Whether you’ve been using the computer for a while or are a new user, you will pick up some tips and new skills from this course! Learn about the Windows desktop, using menus, toolbars, and panes, launching programs, keyboard and mouse operations, and more. $135 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2073.
Sec. A: 1 Sat., Jan. 28, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-203. #13222
Sec. B: 2 M/W, Feb. 13 & 15, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-203. #13223
Sec. C: 2 T/Th, Mar. 27 & 29, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-203. #13224
Sec. D: 2 Wed., Apr. 18 & 25, 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-203. #13225
At Ossining: CE-COMP 2073OS.
Sec. E: 2 Tues., Mar. 6 & 13, 6:30-9:30 pm. #13163
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2073YR.
Sec. F: 2 Th., Jan. 26 & Feb. 2, 9:00 am-12:00 noon. #13484
Sec. G: 1 Sat, Mar. 17, 9:00 am-4:00 pm. #13485

Essential Computer Skills 2 - Mastering Windows 7
Build your confidence and get control of your computer with these techniques for using Windows 7. Learn to manage and organize your files and folders; use control panels; protect your computer and your identity with Windows security settings; use Windows Live Mail; getting the most from Internet Explorer. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 or equivalent experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2074.
Sec. A: 2 Sat., Feb. 4 & 11, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-203. #13226
Sec. B: 4 M/W, Feb. 20-29, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-203. #13227
Sec. C: 4 T/Th, Apr. 3-12, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-203. #13228
Sec. D: 4 Wed., May 2-23, 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-203. #13229
At Ossining: CE-COMP 2074OS.
Sec. E: 4 Tues., Mar. 27-Apr. 17, 6:30-9:30 pm. #13165
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2074YR.
Sec. F: 4 Th, Feb. 9-Mar. 1, 9:00 am-12:00 noon. #13486
Sec. G: 2 Sat., Mar. 24 & 31, 9:00 am-4:00 pm. #13487

Save 10% when you register for both Essential Computer Skills classes (any location/time) for only $364.50.
Savings will reflect when your course fees are calculated after enrolling.

NEW! Windows for the Advanced User
Get more control over your Windows-based computer. Learn to use account and password management, protect files, use utilities for system maintenance, share files and printers on a network,and manage security settings and firewall. Feel free to bring your own laptop to class! Class uses Windows 7. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2088, 2 Sat.,May 12 & 19, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-203, $135 (+textbook). #13406

Keyboarding on the Computer
For details on our online keyboarding course go to www.ed2go.com/sunywcc. Search for “keyboarding” in the Search for Courses box.

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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.

Introduction to QuickBooks
Learn how to handle accounts payable and receivable, customer info, inventory, payroll, and track your business’s financial health. These sections are open to all students but are particularly suitable for those who have some previous experience with bookkeeping. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2013, $400 (+ textbook).
Sec. A: 6 Mon., Feb. 27-Apr. 2, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-209. #13380
Sec. B: 4 M/T/W/Th, Apr. 16-19, 9:00 am-1:30 pm, GTW-203. #13379

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.
CE-COMP 2033, 1 Mon., Apr. 9, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-209, $70. #13400

Internet and Web Technologies

Creating Your Website with MS Expression Web
Build a website for your business or for your personal use with Microsoft’s full-featured website authoring program. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2008, 6 Wed., Mar. 7-Apr. 11, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203, $400 (+ textbook). #13375

NEW! Set Your “Sites” on Internet Selling
Ebay may be the most well-known website for individuals to sell items over the internet, but it's not the only one. In this session, we'll explore other alternative websites and options. Learn the pros and cons of each, where to sell specific items such as homemade goods, books, photographs and more, and gain practical tips along the way. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2088, 1 Sat., 10:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-203. $50.
Sec. A: Mar. 24. #13404
Sec. B: Apr. 21. #13405

Desktop Publishing

Desktop Publishing with MS Publisher
Design a knockout newsletter, produce a professional brochure, or create sensational flyers and announcements with this desktop publishing program. Gain valuable experience in layout techniques, design ideas, and making formatting choices. Even if you’re “creatively challenged,” you’ll learn to use Publisher’s built-in layouts and templates to quickly create professional documents of all types. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2011, 6 Mon., Feb. 6-Mar. 12, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-215, $400 (+ textbook). #13378

Microsoft Office Applications

Prepare for the Microsoft Office certification exams or just build new skills. Our Microsoft applications courses are taught using MS Office 2010.

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: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2004, $1200 (+ textbook).
Sec. A: 18 T/Th, Feb. 14-Apr. 12, 9:00 am-1:00 pm, GTW-203, #13372
Sec. B: 18 T/Th, Mar. 6-May 24, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-215, #13373

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: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2029
Sec. A: 4 M/W, Mar. 5-14, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203. #13393
Sec. B: 4 Sat., Feb. 18-Mar. 10, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-209. #13394
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2029YR
Sec. C: 4 M/W, Jan. 23-Feb. 1, 6:00-9:00 pm. #13478
Sec. D: 2 Sat., Apr. 14 & 21, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #13479

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. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2030.
Sec. A: 4 M/W, Mar. 19-28, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203. #13395
Sec. B: 4 Sat., Mar. 17-Apr. 14 (skip 4/7), 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-209. #13396
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2030YR
Sec. C: 4 M/W, Feb. 6-15, 6:00-9:00 pm. #13480
Sec. D: 2 Sat., Apr. 28 & May 5, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #13481

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. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2031.
Sec. A: 4 M/W, Apr. 2-11, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203. #13397
Sec. B: 4 Sat., Apr. 21-May 12, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-209. #13398
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2031YR
Sec. C: 4 M/W, Feb. 20-29, 6:00-9:00 pm. #13482
Sec. D: 2 Sat., May 12 & 19, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #13483

Save $$ when you register for all three Word classes (any location/time) for only $729.
Savings will be reflected when your course fees are calculated after enrolling.

MS Excel – Level 1
Get started with Excel even if you have not used a spreadsheet before. Includes building and editing worksheets, formatting a worksheet, working with charts and working with formulas and functions. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2020.
Sec. A: 4 Sat., Feb. 18-Mar. 10, 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-209. #13384
Sec. B: 4 M/W, Apr. 16-25, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203. #13385
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2020YR
Sec. C: 4 M/W, Mar. 5-14, 6:00-9:00 pm. #13468
Sec. D: 4 Thurs., Mar. 8-29, 9:00 am-12:00 noon. #13469

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. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2021.
Sec. A: 4 Sat., Mar. 17-Apr. 14 (skip 4/7), 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-209. #13386
Sec. B: 4 M/W, Apr. 30-May 9, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203. #13387
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2021YR
Sec. C: 4 M/W, Mar. 19-28, 6:00-9:00 pm. #13470
Sec. D: 4 Thurs., Apr. 5-26, 9:00 am-12:00 noon. #13471

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. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2022.
Sec. A: 4 Sat., Apr. 21-May 12, 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-209. #13388
Sec. B: 4 M/W, May 14-23, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203. #13389
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2021YR
Sec. C: 4 M/W, Apr. 2-11, 6:00-9:00 pm. #13472
Sec. D: 4 Thurs., May 3-24, 9:00 am-12:00 noon. #13473

Save $$ when you register for all three Excel classes (any location/time) for only $729.
Savings will be reflected when your course fees are calculated after enrolling.
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: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2017, 4 T/Th, Mar. 3-16, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203, $270 (+ textbook). #13381

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.
CE-COMP 2018, 4 T/Th, Mar. 19-28, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-209, $270 (+ textbook). #13382

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.
CE-COMP 2019, 4 T/Th, Apr. 3-12, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-209, $270 (+ textbook). #13383

Save $$ when you register for all three Access classes for just $729
Savings will be reflected when your course fees are calculated after enrolling.

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: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2025
Sec. A: 4 T/Th, Apr. 17-26, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203. #13391
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2025YR
Sec. B: 2 Sat., Jan. 21 & 28, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #13474
Sec. C: 4 M/W, Apr. 16-26, 6:00-9:00 pm. #13475

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. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2026
Sec. A: 4 T/Th, May 1-10, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203. #13391
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2025YR
Sec. B: 2 Sat., Feb. 4 & 11, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #13476
Sec. C: 4 M/W, Apr. 30-May 9, 6:00-9:00 pm. #13477

Save $$ when you register for both MS PowerPoint classes (any location/time) for just $486
Savings will be reflected when your course fees are calculated after enrolling.

MS Outlook – Email Functions
Tame your Inbox with these techniques for managing your email. Learn the many options Outlook provides for creating, reading and sending email, working with attachments, flagging and categorizing messages, and working with distribution lists and your contacts. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $135 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2079
Sec. A: 2 T/Th, Feb. 21 & 23, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-203. #13243
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2079YR
Sec. B: 2 Sat., Feb. 18 & 25, 9:00 am-12:00 noon. #13488

MS Outlook – Calendars and Task Management
Outlook is more than just email! Improve your time and task management with advanced features of Outlook mail, the powerful calendar and meeting scheduler, contacts and address book, and task manager. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $135 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2080
Sec. A: 2 T/Th, Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-203. #13244
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2080YR
Sec. B: 2 Sat., Mar. 3 & 10, 9:00 am-12:00 noon. #13489

Integrating MS Office Applications
Get more function and power from your Office applications by using them together – create charts or spreadsheets in Excel and import them into your Word or PowerPoint document so that they update automatically when you change them in Excel; create personalized emails in Outlook by merging data from Excel. Learn the difference between linking and embedding. Prerequisite: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Level 1 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2053, 1 Fri., Mar. 30, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-209, $60. #13245

Microsoft Office – One on One
Get the benefits of the expertise of our experienced instructors in a one on one, two-hour session! Whether you want a private tutorial or you’re struggling with getting an Office application to do what you need, our One on One program can help. We will match you with one of our excellent instructors to meet at our Valhalla campus for a session arranged by appointment. Call Mary Beth Jerry at 914-606-7904 to set an appointment time. A two-hour session is $240.

Quick Courses in Microsoft Office
Don’t need to become an in-depth expert? These short courses will give you “just enough” to get going in an MS Office application

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: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2032, 1 Fri., Mar. 16, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-209, $135 (+ textbook). #13399

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: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $135 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2023, 1 Fri., Mar. 23, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-209, $135 (+ textbook). #13390

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.
CE-COMP 2009, 1 Fri., Apr. 13, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-209, $135. #13376

Creating Custom Mailings with Word Mail Merge
Design form letters with merge fields; create data lists in Word or use data from Excel or Access; sort and select data records; create mailing labels. Prerequisite: Word Basics or Word Level 1 or equivalent experience. Excel and/or Access experience is helpful.
CE-COMP 2006, 1 Fri., Apr. 20, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-209, $135. #13374

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.
CE-COMP 2010, 1 Fri., May 11, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-209, $135. #13377

Using MS Excel Charts
Excel supports a wide variety of standard types of charts and graphs. Create effective charts that clearly and accurately convey the meaning of your data. Prerequisite: Excel Basics or Excel Level 1 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2034, 1 Fri., May 4, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-209, $135. #13401

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.
CE-COMP 2035, 1 Fri., May 18, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-209, $135. #13402

Using PivotTables in Excel
A PivotTable is an interactive table that automatically extracts, organizes, and summarizes your data, making it easier to analyze. If you work with large data sets, Pivot Tables can help you make comparisons, detect patterns and relationships, and analyze trends with greater ease. Prerequisite: Excel Level 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2086, 1 Fri., Apr. 27, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-209, $135. #13403

Take Your Microsoft Office Certification Exams on Campus!

You can take your Microsoft Office Specialist exams 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, visit www.gatlineducation.com/sunywcc

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.

Programming

Microsoft Office Advanced Integration Techniques
This course will teach you how to implement various "real world" scenarios using Microsoft Office 2010 and Microsoft SQL Server. For each scenario, a sample company manager "request" will be presented, and a best practices solution will be selected and then implemented in a hands-on laboratory exercise. Prerequisite: Students are expected to be familiar with Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, VBA macro language, and Structured Query Language (SQL).
CE-COMP 2082, 3 Sat., Mar. 3-17, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-203, $400 (+ textbook). #13249

Introduction to Android Programming
This course will introduce you to the Android SDK for developing Mobile applications for the Google Android operating system. Using the Eclipse Java development environment, students will create a fictitious consumer banking application that connects to MS SQL Server. The application will allow the consumer to log in to his/her account, view account information, and simulate sending payments to payees. A built-in emulator will be used to run the application without the need for an actual Android-enabled mobile device. Prerequisites: Knowledge of Java and SQL.
CE-COMP 2083, 2 Sat., Apr. 28 & May 5, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-203, $270 (+ textbook). #13250

Project Management

Cheetah Learning Accelerated Project Management Master’s Certificate
Cheetah Online PM Fundamentals Certificate
See details in our section on Online Courses

Microsoft Certification Training
for Displaced Homemakers

Do you need to support yourself and/or your family because you are divorced, widowed, or separated, your spouse is disabled or unemployed, or you are a single parent? We can help you gain computer skills and certification that will help you to re-enter the paid workforce. Training modules include core level Word and Excel and Job Search skills.  
Prerequisites: H.S. Diploma/GED, type a minimum of 25 wpm, strong fundamental computer skills.
This training is free for those who meet eligibility requirements. Participants must pay for certification exam fees.
For information and eligibility, call 914-606-7703, or email PDC@sunywcc.edu

Digital Art Computer Classes in Peekskill

For more information or to register, call 914-606-7300. The Center for the Digital Arts is located at 27 N. Division Street. Software versions are subject to change.

Intro to the Mac
Computers provide essential life skills for adults to function effectively. 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. This course is intended for those with low computer literacy skills. Beginners will learn basic skills, i.e., using the mouse, using menus and icons, managing files, folders and windows, and navigation in text. The use of storage media and printers will be explained.
CE-COMP 1000PE, $30.
Sec. A: 1 Sat., Feb. 11, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. #12675
Sec. B: 1 Mon., Feb. 13, 6:30-9:30 pm. #12676

Open Studio Access Package at Peekskill
The Center for the Digital Arts at Peekskill is an artist’s space and a friendly environment in which to work. The Center hosts six Apple post-production studios including a recording studio, a video lab, and a midi studio, and has multiple stations for batch capture and DVD burning. This package is for the professional or aspiring artist with competent computer skills who wants to continue to develop a portfolio and use the Center’s resources. Note: Interview with Technical Support Manager required.
CE-DGART 2003PE, M/T/W/Th, Jan. 21-May 5, 9:00 am-9:00 pm and F/Sa, 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Package Fee $293. #12674

Quick Start to Photoshop CS5 in 24 Hours
Learn to use the latest version of Photoshop with time management features and enhancements for web and video designers. This training package will include: imaging formats, use of Photoshop in computer imaging, and output for the web. No previous experience with Photoshop is necessary; previous computer experience required.
CE-DGART 2042PE, 4 Sat., Jan. 28-Feb. 18, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $324 (+ $50 lab fee). #12677

Quick Start to Illustrator CS5 in 24 Hours
Learn to use the latest version of Illustrator with new 3D and web features. Includes: digital illustration, drawing tools, Bezier curves, fonts, and use of Illustrator in graphic design and in 3D. No previous experience with Illustrator is necessary; previous computer experience required.
CE-DGART 2040PE, 4 Sat., Feb. 25-Mar. 24 (skip 3/17), 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $324 (+ $50 lab fee). #12678

Quick Start to Dreamweaver CS5 in 24 Hours
Learn to use the latest version of Dreamweaver, a website design tool. Use HTML, text, and images to design a creative interactive online experience. No previous experience with Dreamweaver is necessary; previous computer experience required.
CE-DGART 2038PE, 4 Sat., Mar. 3-31 (skip 3/17), 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $324 (+ $50 lab fee). #12679

Quick Start to Flash CS5 in 24 Hours
Learn to use the latest version of Flash and create animated vector graphics for the web. Includes: a definition of tweening and time-based graphics, overview of software interface, and hands-on exercises. No previous experience with Flash is necessary; previous computer experience required.
CE-DGART 2039PE, 4 Sat., Apr. 7-28, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $324 (+ $50 lab fee). #12681

Quick Start to InDesign CS5 in 24 Hours
Learn to use the latest version of InDesign and take advantage of the integrative power of CS and the dynamic nature of its print-to-web solutions. Includes: an overview of graphic layout and design, an overview of interface and tools, and a hands-on exercise. No previous experience with InDesign is necessary; previous computer experience required.
CE-DGART 2041PE, 4 Sat., Apr. 7-28, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $324 (+ $50 lab fee). #12682

Quick Start to HTML
Learn the basic language of the Web: HyperText Markup Language (HTML). This workshop will enable students to understand the code behind the “gooey” interfaces. A basic glossary of HTML tags and other professional support resources will be provided. In addition, an overview of HTML W3C standards and how HTML works with CSS will be addressed.
CE-DGART 2044PE, 1 Sat., Feb. 18, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $178 (+ $50 lab fee). #12683

Quick Start to CSS
Learn the various customization and layout possibilities available through the use of cascading style sheets (CSS). Students will manipulate text, fonts, images, links and behaviors using CSS. In addition, students will receive instruction on how to build a basic web layout with CSS. Learn how web browsers interpret HTML that has been styled with CSS. Knowledge of HTML required.
CE-DGART 2043PE, 1 Sat., Feb. 25, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $178 (+ $50 lab fee). #12684

Quick Start to WordPress
Learn to create your own blog or website with WordPress. This introduction will give you an overview of the most important concepts and techniques. You’ll learn the difference between self-hosting and using a free site, how to install WordPress, how to add content to posts, and more. This course is intended for beginners who have no experience with WordPress.
CE-DGART 2045PE, 1 Sat., Mar. 3, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $178 (+ $50 lab fee). #12685

Quick Start to Photoshop Elements
Learn to use the latest version of Adobe Photoshop Elements with a focus on personal photo imaging. This course will provide an overview of the software. In addition to learning the basics of the Adobe Photoshop Elements workspace, step-by-step procedures on how to adjust, fix, and organize your photographs will be demonstrated with the opportunity to practice on instructor-provided images. This course is perfect for the beginner interested in learning digital imaging for personal use with an eye towards further enhancing their imaging skills.
CE-DGART 2028PE, 1 Sat., Mar. 10, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, $178 (+ $50 lab fee). #12686

Computer Classes 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. 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 2011 schedule of classes, call Steve Leone at 914-606-6658 or Admissions at 914-606-6735, email steve.leone@sunywcc.edu, or visit us at www.sunywcc.edu under Computer Science.

Also available: Computer Forensics
This course takes a detailed hands-on approach to the investigation of incidents in which computers or computer technology play an important role. The course uses specialized computer forensics equipment used by law enforcement and computer forensics specialists in the data recovery, retrieval and analysis of data. Call 914-606-6658 for details.


Computer Aided Design (CAD)
A one-year certificate program in CAD technology designed to prepare you 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 2011 schedule of classes, call Steve Leone at 914-606-6658 or Admissions at 914-606-6735, email steve.leone@sunywcc.edu, or visit us at www.sunywcc.edu under Mechanical Technology.

Computer Applications Specialist Certificate
This 25-credit certificate includes office computer and current business applications, and prepares you 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 2011 schedule of classes, call Steve Leone at 914-606-6658 or Admissions at 914-606-6735, email steve.leone@sunywcc.edu, or visit us at www.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 1-credit Keyboarding courses - Essentials or Speedbuilding - please call 914-606-6658.