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▪ Access
▪ Outlook
▪ DreamWeaver
▪ Adobe Photoshop
▪ Excel
▪ Windows
▪ WordPress
▪ Adobe Illustrator
▪ PowerPoint
▪ Publisher
▪ CSS3/HTML5
▪ Adobe InDesign
▪ Word
▪ Project
▪ Computer Basics
▪ Adobe Acrobat
▪ CompTIA—A+, Network+ and Security+
▪ QuickBooks—Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced
▪ Social Media for
Business
▪ SQL
PUBLIC WORKSHOPS OR CUSTOM TRAINING
Everyone is welcome to enroll in a public workshop (see current schedule for dates, times
and prices). We can also schedule custom training at your site or at a convenient SLCC
Location. Custom training can help save costs and enables us to train employees in the
specific skills needed.
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Microsoft Access
ACCESS LEVEL I ............................................................................................................... CECW0405
Prerequisite: Intermediate knowledge of Excel .............................................................. Length: 7 Hours
If you need to know how to create a database or learn how to get started using and modifying your
existing database, this hands-on workshop guides you through the steps needed to feel comfortable using
MS Access. This workshop focuses not only on the basics of MS-Access, but also on database design
theory. Tasks include setting up a new database, creating and working with tables, creating relationships
between tables, setting field properties, finding and filtering records and sorting. You will also learn
how to create simple queries, modify query results using Design View and how to create basic Forms
and Reports using the Wizards. Time is reserved for assistance on your specific needs and projects.
ACCESS LEVEL II ............................................................................................................. CECW0406
Prerequisite: Access Level I ............................................................................................ Length: 7 Hours
Access Level II is a natural progression from Level I as it builds on the skills learned in the Level I
course. This course focuses on designing Queries, Forms and Reports. Query tasks include using
And/Or, using comparison operators, creating a calculated field, using multiple tables in a query,
creating action queries and using advanced query wizards. Form and Report tasks include using the new
features in 2007/2010 to quickly create forms and reports, using the Design View editing tools and
advanced design features. Advanced Form features include how to create Combo boxes; Option Groups
and Check Boxes. Advanced Report features include how to add groupings, calculations, sub totals, and
grand totals. With the information from Level I and Level II at your fingertips you will feel confident in
designing, modifying and maintaining your MS-Access database. Time is reserved for assistance on
your specific needs and projects.
ACCESS LEVEL III ........................................................................................................... CECW0407
Prerequisite: Access Level II .......................................................................................... Length: 7 Hours
If you want to learn how to take your database “to the next level” and turn it into a more professional
system where other people can use it without knowing MS-Access or you just want to make your
database easier to use for yourself, this course is for you. This course introduces more advanced
features including using sub forms, creating form letters, integrating MS-Access with Excel, Word and
other databases, creating and modifying switchboards, importing and indexing. This course also
includes a comprehensive introduction to Macros, a unique method for using Visual Basic actions,
without being a programmer. Macro tasks include creating, saving, and running macros; assigning
actions and incorporating conditions. Time is reserved for assistance on your specific needs and projects.
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Microsoft Access (continued)
ACCESS - Advanced Topics: Query Techniques ....................................................................CECW0408
Prerequisite: Access Levels I and II ....................................................................................... Length: 7 Hours
This is a fast-paced, information-packed course for the more knowledgeable Access user. Tasks include
techniques for basing one query upon another, effective use of Joins, Crosstab Queries, and queries for
Combo Boxes. This course also includes a comprehensive look at using Functions for calculations in
queries. The functions discussed include date functions (such as DateDiff), text functions (such as the
functions needed split text into separate columns) and the IIF function which allows management in data
based on conditions. Time is reserved for assistance on your specific needs and projects.
ACCESS - Advanced Topics: Reporting Techniques ............................................................. CECW0409
Prerequisite: Access Levels I and II ....................................................................................... Length: 7 Hours
If you are using Access to write reports and want to gain more knowledge, this course is for you. This is a
fast-paced, information-packed course for the more knowledgeable Access user. Tasks include creating a
custom form for entering query criteria for a report, printing criteria on a report, and using sub-reports,
conditional formatting, changing the sort order of a report on the fly, creating grouping levels and adding
graphics to a report. This course also shows you how to use Domain Functions so that data from unrelated
sources can be incorporated on the same report. This course assumes that you use Access on a regular basis.
Time is reserved for assistance on your specific needs and projects.
ACCESS - Advanced Topics: Macro Techniques ....................................................................CECW0410
Prerequisite: Access Levels I, II and III ................................................................................. Length: 7 Hours
If you are using Macros in your program and want a comprehensive look at what MS-Access Macros have to
offer, this course is for you. It establishes a thorough understanding of Macros, the actions they have to offer
and how Macros relate to Visual Basic. Common and advanced uses for macros are discussed, such as
creating macro groups for better organization, using the SetValue macro to set properties on the fly, creating
a splash screen, using macros with actions queries to automate processes, sending custom emails and
converting macros into visual basic code. This course assumes that you use Access on a regular basis. Time
is reserved for assistance on your specific needs and projects.
ACCESS - Advanced Topics: Security ......................................................................................CECW0414
Prerequisite: Access Levels I, II and III ................................................................................. Length: 7 Hours
If you would like to add user-level security to your database and use it for security but also to customize the
look and feel of your program for each user, this course is for you. This is a fast-paced, information-packed
course for the more knowledgeable Access user. Learn how to set up User/Group Level security for your
MS Access .mdb databases, add a user login for your .accdb databases, use Trusted Center, create/modify
user names and passwords, use the MS Access Workgroup Administrator, convert your database to an .mde
file for protected distribution, implement security on a network, work with the .MDW security file, using
security to customize your database’s look and feel and create custom letterhead for each user. This course
assumes that you use Access on a regular basis. Time is reserved for assistance on your specific needs and
projects.
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Adobe Creative Suite
ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE .............................................................................................. CECW0813
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows .................................................................. Length: 36 Hours
This workshop includes beginning and advanced workshops for Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
Adobe Acrobat
ADOBE ACROBAT PROFESSIONAL ............................................................................ CECW0803
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows .................................................................... Length: 3 Hours
This course provides students with the skills needed to create PDF (Portable Document Format)
documents. PDF Forms can be delivered, filled out by users, and returned either electronically or on
paper. Tasks include how to create interactive forms with Text fields, Checkboxes, Radio Buttons, List
Boxes, Drop-down List, Combo Boxes, buttons and images.
Desktop Publishing - Microsoft Publisher
MS PUBLISHER ................................................................................................................. CECW0701
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows and MS Word ............................................ Length: 3 Hours
Microsoft Publisher helps you create, personalize, and share a wide range of professional-quality
publications and marketing materials. Whether you're creating brochures, postcards, greeting cards, or
newsletters, you can choose from a large selection of pre-designed, customizable templates to deliver
high-quality results without having graphic design experience.
CompTIA - Computing Technology Industry Association
IT certifications to demonstrate your credibility and open doors for your career
CompTIA workshops are taught using online instructional videos, advanced labs, practice tests and inperson delivery options to help you prepare for industry certification.
A+ CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP ................................................................................ CECW0313
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows ................................................................... Length: 12 Hours
The A+ workshop covers basic-to-advanced PC hardware and Windows operating system installation,
configuration, and troubleshooting. This workshop helps prepare students to take the CompTIA A+
Essentials and A+ Practical Application certification exams.
The A+ certification can provide a pathway for the following job roles: PC repair technician, desktop
administrator, and technical support technician. After completing your A+ certification, you will be
prepared to further your training by studying for the Network+ certification.
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CompTIA - Computing Technology Industry Association (continued)
NETWORK+ CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP ............................................................. CECW0314
Prerequisite: A+ Certification or equivalent experience .............................................. Length: 12 Hours
The Network+ workshop covers basic networking concepts for connecting to a network and setting up a
small office/home office (SOHO) network. This workshop helps students prepare to take the CompTIA
Network+ certification exam. The Network+ certification helps qualify you for the following job roles:
network administrator or technician for a small business network, network installer, and help desk
technician.
A+ training (or equivalent) is recommended before starting your Network+. After completing the
Network+ certification, you are prepared to pursue the following additional certifications: Security+,
MCITP, MCTS, MCSE, and CCNA.
SECURITY+ CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP .............................................................. CECW0315
Prerequisite: Network+ Certification or equivalent experience ................................... Length: 12 Hours
The Security+ workshop covers critical security concepts and skills required for military IT personnel as
well as for an increasing number of IT security jobs with corporations and the government. This
workshop helps students prepare to take the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.
The Security+ certification is a must-have for any IT administrator, and can also help qualify you for a
security administrator job role. The Security+ credential is one of several that fulfill the DoD 8570
requirements.
While anyone with some computer and networking background can benefit from Security+ training, we
recommend having A+ and Network+ training (or equivalent) before starting on your Security+. The
Security+ certification is similar in scope to the SSCP.
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Microsoft Excel
MS Excel is a high demand skill requested by employers in today’s workplace! Excel can be used to
store, organize and analyze data.
EXCEL Level I ..................................................................................................................... CECW0210
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows .................................................................... Length: 6 Hours
Learn Excel formulas and basic functions! This workshop introduces the basic tools & shortcuts to
become more productive using MS Excel. Learn skills necessary for creating, printing and saving Excel
workbooks. Students will create basic formulas and functions, absolute references, work with ranges,
auto-fill, and copy/move data; covers basic skills needed to prepare worksheets for printing; page setup,
Headers & Footers, format numbers, text, cells, borders, columns, rows and AutoFormat.
EXCEL Working with Large Worksheets ........................................................................ CECW0211
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Excel Level I ................................................................... Length: 3.5 Hours
Learn how to work with large data sets and multiple worksheets; insert/delete worksheets, move, copy,
and re-name worksheets. Other topics covered include creating 3-D formulas or formulas using multiple
worksheets and multiple workbooks; freezing panes, splitting the window, working with outlines,
sorting data using ascending/descending order, find/replace data and using Range Names.
EXCEL Charts & Graphics ................................................................................................ CECW0212
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Excel Level I ................................................................... Length: 3.5 Hours
Learn how to present your data using Excel Charts. Tasks include creating, formatting and editing
charts; changing chart types, moving, sizing and formatting chart objects, legends, data tables, and
printing options. Advanced chart formatting of Gridlines, Axis, Secondary Axis, Trendline, and user
defined Charts. Students will also learn how to draw lines, boxes, ellipses, flow charts, connectors,
arrows, stars, banners and AutoShapes.
EXCEL Database Mgmt/Pivot Tables ............................................................................... CECW0213
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Excel Level I ................................................................... Length: 3.5 Hours
Learn how to take raw data and create valuable management reports using Excel Database tools. Filter
data with AutoFilter and Advanced filters; perform Multiple-field sorts; format data using Conditional
Formats, Data Bars, Icon Sets, Validation, Subtotals, and Database functions. Create and update
PivotTables, PivotCharts and Slicers.
EXCEL Using Advanced Functions ................................................................................... CECW0214
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Excel Level I ................................................................... Length: 3.5 Hours
This workshop introduces advanced Excel functions including Financial Functions, IF, AND, OR Logic
Functions, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, and ISERROR advanced functions. Students will learn about
Scenarios, Goal Seek, Data Tables and Custom Views.
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Microsoft Excel (continued)
EXCEL Templates/Sharing Tools ...................................................................................... CECW0215
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Excel Level I ................................................................... Length: 3.5 Hours
This workshop introduces the skills to organize Excel information; creating, viewing and using
Comments; using the Formula Auditing Tools, Worksheet Protection, Workbook Protection, assigning
and removing passwords. Students will also learn how to create custom Excel Templates, how to share
Excel workbooks with others and track changes to shared workbooks.
EXCEL Macros, Toolbars, and Macro Buttons ............................................................... CECW0216
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Excel Level I ................................................................... Length: 3.5 Hours
Learn how to use Excel Macros for repetitive tasks. This workshop introduces the skills necessary to
Define, Record and Run Excel Macros. Students will learn how to edit Macros, enter Macro Commands
using the Visual Basic for Applications window, use Relative and Absolute References; assign Macro
Shortcut-Keys, create and modify macro buttons.
Flash
FLASH .................................................................................................................................. CECW0607
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows and experience working with images ............... Length: 12 Hours
This workshop teaches students the fundamentals of using Flash to design animations for the Web.
Introduces skills necessary to create and edit shapes, apply colors and line styles, combine and group
shapes and use external images. Topics include using layers to arrange shapes, modify layers, create
frame-by-frame animation, and work with templates. This workshop is filled with interactive exercises
to help improve student retention.
Students learn how to create, edit and animate symbols and shapes; work with instances to create more
complex animations. Students add interactivity to movies by using the ActionScript and the Actions
panel, and store and perform calculations by creating fields. Course activities also cover adding sound
to layers and buttons, editing sound objects, importing and managing video and associating sound and
video in Flash. Students test the download performance of a movie, create a pre loader, and publish a
movie on the Web.
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Illustrator
ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR Level I ...................................................................................... CECW0804
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows and experience working with images ................. Length: 6 Hours
Learn how to use Adobe Illustrator to create artwork for both print and web. Explore setup options,
identify components of the workspace; navigate in the artwork window, view artwork using menus,
tools, and panels; create basic shapes, lines and text objects; transform using scale, rotate, flip and align;
modify text formats to enhance appearance, alignment and spacing options.
Students will also work with object groups and layers; color swatches and libraries; apply color to
objects and outlines; modify colors, patterns, gradients and strokes; work with points, paths, and the
stacking order.
ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR Level II ..................................................................................... CECW0805
Prerequisite: Illustrator Level I ...................................................................................... Length: 6 Hours
This workshop is filled with interactive exercises designed to help students create artwork for both print
and Web using Illustrator. Students will learn how to use advanced features to Transform objects, apply
Filters and Effects, automate tasks, modify Images, 3D effects, Liquify and Symbolism Tools.
Manage colors by applying blending modes and gradient meshes, create masks to hide and reveal areas
of underlying artwork through specific shapes, discuss filters and effects, use filters to adjust, blend, and
invert colors, use the Distort filters to pucker and bloat, roughen, scribble and tweak, and twist objects,
use Pen & Ink filters to apply hatch effects and create new hatch effects, Convert shapes, add drop
shadows, feather edges, warp effects, automate tasks with actions and Data-driven graphics and slices.
Illustrator Project Workshop
Illustrator Projects ............................................................................................................... CECW0991
Prerequisite: Illustrator Levels I and II ........................................................................... Length: 3 Hours
If you have taken the Illustrator Levels I and II workshops and want to continue working on your
project, this is the workshop for you. You will receive hands-on help with your project to help you feel
more confident implementing features that were taught in the earlier workshops.
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InDesign
ADOBE INDESIGN Level I ............................................................................................... CECW0806
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows and experience working with images ................. Length: 6 Hours
This workshop helps students design and produce professional print documents and layouts. Students
will learn how to manipulate text, shapes, colors, and frames to create eye-catching print products.
Use Toolbox, palettes, and navigation tools; add text and pages to a document; place an image in a
master page; insert auto page numbers; import text, thread, and unthread text frames; create and modify
character and paragraph styles; use the Tabs palette; edit text, text outlines. Create basic shapes;
transform objects by using the Selection, Scale, Rotate, Shear, and Free Transform tools; copy and
duplicate objects; arrange, align, group, and ungroup objects. Create paths by using the Pencil and Pen
tools; Direct Selection, Anchor Point, Smooth, Erase, and Scissors tools; create and apply color
swatches. Crop and mask images in frames; apply frame fitting options and special effects such as drop
shadow, feather, and corner effects; create and edit tables.
ADOBE INDESIGN Level II .............................................................................................. CECW0807
Prerequisite: InDesign Level I ........................................................................................ Length: 6 Hours
This workshop builds upon the concepts from InDesign Level I. Students will learn how to manipulate
page layout, control the appearance of text and tables, and create books, tables of content, and indices;
convert documents to PDF and other formats.
How to create and manipulate grids and guides; define and apply document presets, zero point; use the
Info Palette, create, duplicate, edit, and delete master pages. Create layers; hide, lock, duplicate, and
delete layers; move and copy objects between layers; and rearrange and merge layers. Create a print
preset, print a document, preview color separations, and specify printer’s marks.
InDesign Project Workshop
InDesign Projects ................................................................................................................. CECW0991
Prerequisite: InDesign Levels I and II............................................................................. Length: 3 Hours
If you have taken the InDesign Levels I and II workshops and want to continue working on your project,
this is the workshop for you. You will receive hands-on help with your project to help you feel more
confident implementing features that were taught in the earlier workshops.
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Internet Overview
Internet Overview ............................................................................................................... CECW0601
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows .................................................................... Length: 3 Hours
Introduces the skills necessary to begin using the Internet. Students will learn Internet terms and
definitions, how to use Internet Explorer and Firefox browsers, how to navigate forward, back and
home, how to create bookmarks, use search engines to locate information, and how to print information.
Internet email (Yahoo, Gmail or Hotmail) and social networking sites Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter
will also be explored.
Introduction to the Mac
Mac Overview ..............................................................................................................................CECW0302
Prerequisite: None ................................................................................................................. Length: 6 Hours
This workshop will put you in control of the Mac operating system. You'll learn how to manage your files,
use Mac programs, and take advantage of the Mac's networking and communications tools. Highlights
include using and customizing the operating system, Apple Menu, Menu Bar Extras, Dashboard and
Widgets, working with files and maintaining users, staying organized and finding things, networking with
Airport, using Safari to browse the Internet, using Automator for Repetitive Tasks
Introduction to PC
Introduction to PC ......................................................................................................................CECW0515
Prerequisite: None ................................................................................................................. Length: 3 Hours
Learn the basics of Personal Computers hardware/software components, Windows features, Start Menu,
Taskbar, views and toolbars. Tasks include using multiple windows; opening, moving, sizing, closing,
switching between windows; working with multimedia files; Cut, Copy and Paste. Students will learn File
Management; how to organize files, folders, and shortcuts; work with Windows Explorer. Tasks include
using the Recycle Bin, Customizing the Display, My Computer, Desktop, screen saver, wallpaper,
Accessories and Control Panel. USB drive included in this workshop.
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Office Suite .................................................................................................................CECW0507
MS Office software is included in the price of this workshop! $599
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows ......................................................................... Length: 18 Hours
Work smarter not harder. Learn the new features of MS Office and improve your productivity. Students will
learn the basics of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Microsoft Office Upgrading to Office 2010/2013
Microsoft Office Suite .................................................................................................................CECW0990
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows and Office .......................................................... Length: 2 Hours
This hands-on workshop will acquaint you with the new elements of MS Office 2010/2013 such as the
Ribbon, Quick Access Toolbar, Office button, Mini-toolbar and other key changes in the look and feel of MS
Office. Once you learn how to navigate and find features you were using in previous versions, you will be
better prepared to take advantage of the new features in MS Office.
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Microsoft Outlook
MS OUTLOOK .................................................................................................................... CECW0504
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows .................................................................... Length: 3 Hours
Students will learn the skills necessary for working with Outlook Email, Calendar, Tasks, Contacts and
Notes. Students will learn how to send and receive email, forward and reply to emails, send and receive
attachments; schedule appointments with the Calendar; manage names and addresses with Contacts,
create and use Tasks and Notes. Tasks also include organizing with folders, customizing views, setting
Outlook options and using Outlook Bar shortcuts. The workshop is filled with hands-on, interactive
exercises to help student retention.
Photoshop
PHOTOSHOP – Level I ...................................................................................................... CECW0800
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows and experience working with images ................. Length: 6 Hours
This workshop is designed to help students create images for both print and the Web. Students will use
Photoshop's basic tools, palettes, and features to create images, retouch photographs, and save files
using multiple file formats.
Tasks include viewing tools, image and canvas size; Selection Tools, Crop, Trim, Skew, Distort and
Perspective commands. Explore layers, create, placement, visibility, and flatten. Edit foreground and
background colors, Color Picker, custom colors, Eyedropper tool, gradients, draw with the Pencil and
Brush tools, create customized brushes, Eraser tool, the History palette, and History brush tools, and use
the Clone and Pattern Stamp tools and the Pattern Maker command. Retouch images using Auto Color,
the Healing Brush, the Dodge, the Burn, the Sponge, the Blur, the Sharpen, and the Smudge tools.
PHOTOSHOP – Level II ..................................................................................................... CECW0801
Prerequisite: Photoshop Level I .................................................................................... Length: 6 Hours
This workshop builds upon the concepts from InDesign Level I. Before taking this course, students
should have basic photo editing skills, and they should know how to create simple shapes and drawings.
Students will learn advanced features to create artwork for both print and the Web. The workshop is
filled with interactive exercises to improve student retention.
Topics include Shape Tools, Histogram Palette, Layer opacity and effects, Layer Comps Palette,
Channels Palette, Quick Mask, Horizontal Type Mask tool, Background Eraser Tool and Extract
command. Apply Noise and Rendering Filters, Brush Strokes Filter, Texture Filter and Liquify Filter to
modify images. Automate Photoshop commands, Crop/Straighten Photos, and PDF presentation. Soft
proof images, set print options, optimize images create slices, and save optimized and sliced images.
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Photoshop Project Workshop
Photoshop Projects ............................................................................................................... CECW0991
Prerequisite: Photoshop Levels I and II .......................................................................... Length: 3 Hours
If you have taken the Photoshop Levels I and II workshops and want to continue working on your
project, this is the workshop for you. You will receive hands-on help with your project to help you feel
more confident implementing features that were taught in the earlier workshops.
PHOTO TOUCH-UP WITH PHOTOSHOP ..................................................................... CECW0809
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows and experience working with images ................. Length: 3 Hours
This workshop will cover how to use Adobe Photoshop tools to touch-up and repair photographs.
Students will learn how to crop, rotate, resize images, make color adjustments, improve tones and
contrast, remove red eye, correct underexposure and overexposure, remove unwanted objects, change
backgrounds, combine photos, sharpen blurry images and repair old or damaged photos.
The workshop will also cover how to use Adobe PhotoShop selection tools, retouch functions, layers,
masks, resolution, file formats (including raw formats), and preparing your photos for print or web
optimization. Time is reserved for assistance on your specific projects.
Microsoft PowerPoint
POWERPOINT is the most popular program used worldwide for business and classroom presentations.
PowerPoint presentations can be used on projection screens or printed as handouts.
POWERPOINT Level I ...................................................................................................... CECW0703
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows and MS Word ............................................ Length: 6 Hours
This workshop introduces the skills necessary to create, modify, save and print PowerPoint
presentations; introduces presentation skills, working with the outline tab, Design Templates and
AutoContent Wizard, Speaker Notes and Outline Tab. Students will also learn how to format text,
bullets, drawing objects, slide format, and slide layout; insert, move and size images/pictures. Students
learn how to print slides and handouts, move, duplicate and sort slides; set Slide Transitions, run and
navigate a Slide Show.
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POWERPOINT Level II ..................................................................................................... CECW0704
Prerequisite: PowerPoint Level I ................................................................................... Length: 6 Hours
This workshop covers working with the editing tools to create more advanced presentations. It includes
tasks such as creating charts; creating and using tables; adding special effects, customizing presentations
with Custom Color Schemes, editing presentation masters, notes masters, handout masters and saving a
Custom Template. Students will learn how to set up slides with Special Effects, Animation, Sound and
Video. Tasks include presenting to a wider audience, Action Buttons, and jumping to another
Presentation. Students will also learn how to edit and import charts; create custom charts, use
organization charts and diagrams, and export outlines and presentation slides.
Microsoft Project
PROJECT ............................................................................................................................. CECW0508
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows .................................................................. Length: 12 Hours
Microsoft Project helps you easily plan projects, stay organized and keep projects on track. Students will
learn how to start, save, print and close a project, use project templates, work with Tasks, create and
adjust resources, how to create, change and assign calendars, define/assign costs, and work with the
critical path.
Additional topics include how to identify scheduling problems using critical path, baseline, and earned
value reports, how to filter, sort and group information and track the progress of a project. This
workshop also covers how to finalize a project, how to distribute project data, work with multiple
projects, master projects, subprojects and resource pools. Tasks also include how to import and export
data and work with graphics.
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QuickBooks Pro
Learn why many small businesses have chosen QuickBooks accounting software to keep their
accounting and financial records organized.
QuickBooks Pro Beginning ................................................................................................. CECW0230
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of Windows .............................................................. Length: 6 Hours
This workshop will review general accounting basics including the profit and loss report and balance
sheet. Students will learn how QuickBooks works, setting up a company file, customizing the chart of
accounts, setting up a bank account, navigating menus and reports, customizing the desktop, merging
names, entering historical data, and writing letters in Microsoft Word using the data in QuickBooks.
The workshop will also cover basic accounts receivable topics such as creating items for invoices,
recording a cash sale, creating customers, generating invoices, A/R reports, receiving payments, and
making deposits. The accounts payable topics covered include adding vendors and 1099 contractors,
entering bills and credit memos, discount terms, paying bills, and A/P reports.
QuickBooks Pro Intermediate ............................................................................................ CECW0231
Prerequisites: QuickBooks Beginning - builds on material learned in prior class ........ Length: 6 Hours
This workshop covers tracking fixed assets and their associated liabilities, depreciation, memorized
transactions, making deposits not related to receivables, sales tax, bank reconciliation, custom
memorized reports, backing up/accountant’s review copy, budgets, and credit card transactions.
The workshop will cover additional accounts receivable topics such as customizing sales forms,
accounting for retainer payments/down payments from customers, credit memos, receiving payments at
a discount, refunds to customers, finance charges, and customer statements.
QuickBooks Pro Advanced ............................................................................................... CECW0232
Prerequisites: QuickBooks Intermediate; builds on material learned in prior class ..... Length: 6 Hours
Payroll, Payroll, Payroll !! - This workshop covers setting up and tracking payroll liabilities, adding
employees, adding payroll items, year-to-date payroll issues, payroll additions and deductions, preparing
quarterly 941, making payroll tax deposits, processing payroll checks, processing payroll liabilities, and
payroll reports. Also covered in this workshop are job costing topics such as time tracking, assigning
costs to jobs, and job costing reports. You will also learn about estimates and progress billing.
The workshop will cover additional topics including inventory management, security/passwords, and
year-end issues such as W-2’s, 1099’s, and closing the books.
QuickBooks Professional Suite ........................................................................................ CECW0233
Length: 18 Hours
QuickBooks Professional software is included in the price of this workshop! $599
This workshop includes QuickBooks Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced workshops. For class
content, please view descriptions above for QuickBooks Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced.
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Social Media
Social Media for Business .................................................................................................... CECW0620
Prerequisite: None ........................................................................................................ Length: 12 Hours
Social Media Marketing is essential for any small business! The minimal cost of social media is
enticing, but using it properly takes preparation, planning and a basic knowledge of how social media
works. This workshop is designed for small-to-medium sized businesses that are new to social media
marketing. Students will learn how to research, plan and develop a social media marketing strategy
using the tools below. Topics include Facebook for Business, Pinterest for Business, Blogging for
Business, Email Marketing, Twitter for Business, and LinkedIn.
SQL (Structured Query Language)
SQL Level I ........................................................................................................................... CECW0431
Prerequisite: Intermediate understanding of MS Excel .................................................. Length: 7 Hours
This class focuses not only on the basics of SQL – Structured Query Language, but also on
database design theory. These concepts can be applied to all software using SQL: SQL Server, MySQL,
Oracle, MS-Access, etc. This hands-on workshop guides you through analyzing your tables to
understand how they can be used together and creating essential SQL statements to get the answers you
need from your data. Emphasis is on hand-on examples using SQL Server 2014.
SQL Level II ......................................................................................................................... CECW0432
Prerequisite: SQL Level I
Length: 7 Hours
Intermediate SQL dives deeper into designing the SQL statements needed to expertly analyze data.
Emphasis is on hand-on examples using SQL Server 2014. Topics covered include: creating
calculations, using multiple tables, using subqueries, data manipulation, union queries and working with
Views.
Video Editing with Adobe Premiere Professional
Premiere Pro Introduction .................................................................................................. CECW0820
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of Windows .............................................................. Length: 9 Hours
Students will learn how to edit a video using Adobe Premiere Professional software. This hands-on
course guides students through the process of creating a video from start to finish. Time is reserved for
assistance on student projects. Topics covered will include:
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Capturing video and audio, and collecting project content
Organizing and naming video clips to increase productivity
Assembling and manipulating clips on the timeline
Using transitions, sound effects and voiceover
Creating titles that enhance your video
Students are encouraged to bring video to the class in the form of a USB drive or a DVD. Stock footage can be provided for
those who do not have footage. We may not be able to use video from all formats for the purposes of the class.
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Microsoft Visio
MS Visio ............................................................................................................................... CECW0825
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows .................................................................... Length: 6 Hours
Use Microsoft Visio software to communicate information by using diagrams. Students will learn about
the Visio interface, how to use stencils, scale and resize objects, draw basic shapes, manipulate
compound lines, and distribute and group objects. They will also learn how to create network diagrams,
drawings, org charts, work with text, format shapes and lines, apply a background page, advanced layout
and connection techniques.
WEB DESIGN
Websites for Professionals ................................................................................................... CECW0613
Prerequisite: Basic computer skills, Internet proficiency................................................ Length: 2 Hours
In this workshop, you will learn how to create a professional looking personal website with FREE tools
available on the web! By creating a personal website, you are able to create a web page to provide
contact information, showcase your projects, receive comments and gather information from your
website visitors. You can also use the website to keep in touch with family and friends by sharing photo
galleries, slide shows, vacation memories, family gatherings, and much more.
No previous website experience is required for this workshop! Students are encouraged to bring their
ideas to class to create their first website during this course.
CSS3/XHTML5 using DreamWeaver .................................................................................. CECW0612
Prerequisite: DreamWeaver ............................................................................................ Length: 6 Hours
This class introduces basic Web and HTML5/CSS3 concepts so that you will have the ability to make
web page edits and create basic web page layouts. CSS stands for Cascading Style Sheets and students
will learn how to use CSS to control the style and layout of multiple Web pages. This allows you to save
time designing, updating and maintaining Web pages as well as presenting a consistent appearance for
your Web Site.
Using Dreamweaver, you will learn how to navigate and customize your workspace, how to work with
Design, Code and Live Views, use the Insert Panel to insert HTML and the Code View and Properties
Panel to modify styles using the CSS Designer; how to plan and define a Web site, import text in a
document, modify page properties, define headings and paragraphs, create lists and special characters,
import Microsoft Office documents and create basic webpages. This workshop uses interactive exercises
to help students gain proficiency using templates and edit existing HTML and CSS pages.
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WordPress to create a Free Ecommerce Site
WordPress Ecommerce ........................................................................................................ CECW0603
Prerequisite:CSS3/HTML5 .............................................................................................. Length: 6 Hours
Use WordPress (WP) to create a custom website without having to know any special coding. WordPress
is free and easy to use once you’ve been introduced to all of its hidden gems. Learn how to organize
your website, create posts, and create appealing content that makes it easy for search engines to find
your website.
Learn how to create and register your own domain name as well as find a hosting site. Install WordPress
onto your server and choose a template for your website. Customize the template through your WP
admin and use various plugins to mold your site into what you envision. Use the skills from the
HTML5/CSS3 workshop to have more control over your site. Learn how to install and use
WooCommerce and enjoy the ability to sell products on your website. These skills will make it easier to
update your webpages.
Webpage Projects ................................................................................................................. CECW0991
Prerequisite:CSS3/HTML5 and WordPress Ecommerce ................................................ Length: 3 Hours
If you have taken the HTML5/CSS3 and WordPress workshops and want to continue working on your
project, this is the workshop for you. You will receive hands-on help with your website to help you feel
more confident implementing features that were taught in the earlier workshops.
Microsoft Windows
WINDOWS Introduction .................................................................................................... CECW0304
Prerequisite: None .......................................................................................................... Length: 3 Hours
Learn the basics of Personal Computer hardware and software; Start Menu, Taskbar, views and toolbars.
Tasks include using multiple windows; opening, moving, sizing, closing, and switching between
windows; Cut, Copy and Paste. Students will learn File Management; how to organize files, folders
with Windows Explorer; shortcuts, Recycle Bin, Desktop, Accessories and Control Panel. A USB drive
is included in this workshop.
Windows 10 workshops available! Call 801-957-4845 or 801-957-3805 for more information.
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Microsoft Word
WORD helps you create letters and reports. Word also helps with spelling, grammar, text format (font,
size, color) and also allows you to insert pictures and tables into your document.
WORD Level I ...................................................................................................................... CECW0110
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows .................................................................... Length: 6 Hours
This workshop teaches students how to create, format, print and save Word documents. Tasks include
text editing, cut, copy and paste; spelling and grammar tools. Students will also learn how to work with
document views and print options. Tasks include character, paragraph, and document formatting; using
styles; setting tabs; indenting paragraphs; and using numbers and bullets. The students will also learn
how to work with headers and footers, and section breaks.
WORD Level II .................................................................................................................... CECW0124
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Word Level I ...................................................................... Length: 6 Hours
This workshop covers many of the features that can make everyday tasks quicker and easier. The
student will learn how to insert dates and symbols; create and edit Tables, apply borders and shading.
The student will also learn how to insert, move and size graphics, Watermarks, WordArt and drawing
objects; create and modify Templates and Wizards; create Newsletter-Style Columns. This workshop
covers Mail Merge, creating a Data Source, merging mailing labels, catalogs and Outlook Data Sources.
Students will also learn how to Sort Table Data, use and format Bullets and Numbered Lists; record
macros, run Macros, and create Macro Buttons.
WORD Level III ................................................................................................................... CECW0125
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Word Level I ...................................................................... Length: 6 Hours
This workshop covers several topics that help the student perform tasks more efficiently. Tasks include
using AutoFormat, AutoCorrect, AutoText, Find and Replace, and Thesaurus. Students will also learn
how to use Outline view, Diagrams and Hyperlinks. Tasks include creating Section Headers and
Footers, creating a Table of Contents, working with Table of Authorities, creating a document Index;
creating Bookmarks, Footnotes, and Endnotes. Students will also learn how to Track Revisions, use
Comments and create Master Documents.
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