Continuing Education

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.