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Basics
Discover what you can do with your computer. Course topics include: introduction to the computer, identifying hardware components, mouse use, windows navigation, exploring software, types of storage, hard drives and a brief look at the Internet. Prerequisite: for all computer courses.
COM 0101 / Length: 8 hours
Cost: $160
| CRN 734 | Mon & Wed Mar. 25 - Apr. 2 |
6 - 8 p.m. | Marple |
Computer Keyboarding
Course topics include: introduction of the alpha/numeric keyboard, learning to touch type, keyboarding skills, application of keyboarding skills and timed typing.
COM 0104 / Length: 8 hours
Cost: Cost $160
| CRN 2066 | Mondays Apr. 7 - 28 |
6 - 8 p.m. | Marple |
Receive a thorough introduction to basic computer skills. Topics include: mouse use, windows navigation, software and simple editing within word processing and email apps. Learn how and where to store documents and manage files on the computer and in the cloud. You will also discuss use of the Internet and video communication apps. This course is a prerequisite for many of the non-credit computer classes.
COM 3102 / Length: 20 hours
Cost: $375
| CRN 185 | Mon - Fri Jan. 27 - 31 |
9:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 1558 | Mon - Thurs Feb. 24 - Mar. 6 |
6 - 8:30 p.m. | Marple |
iPad Bootcamp
Learn basic operation of Apple’s iPad (tablet) from turning it on, to using the built-in features of the operating system (OS). Find out how to add, manage and use apps to maximize the device’s capabilities. This class will cover only Apple’s iPad, not any other brand of tablet.
COM 2904 / Length: 6 hours
Cost: $125
| CRN 1002 | Saturdays Apr. 12 - 26 |
12:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Marple |
Data & Presentation Software
New for Fall, 2024
Office Administration and Technology Program
Acquire and build-on the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's dynamic office environments. This comprehensive program blends theoretical learning with practical hands-on experience to prepare students for a wide range of administrative roles in various industries. In this 216-hour program, students will gain certification level skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and knowledge of office management systems and procedures. In addition, this course will teach students how to organize and schedule appointments using software, draft letters, emails and other communications, prepare reports and presentations, plan meetings, and manage other general administrative activities. Students will also learn QuickBooks and remote workplace meeting tools such as Zoom, MS Teams, and GoToMeeting. Students will become comfortable with cloud-based storage and applications such as Google Drives and DocuSign. An essential aspect of business begins with social interactions; the customer service course will explore diversity, implicit bias, and other social ideas that often lead to miscommunication in the workplace.
(Certifications):
• MOS Word
• MOS Excel
COM 3405/ Length: 216 hours
Cost: $4,995 (test vouchers and lab-licenses included)
Call 610-
| CRN 2201 | Monday - Friday Jan. 27 - May 7 |
Class times vary based on individual classes | Marple |
Word for the Workplace
Learn the world’s most popular word processing application! Basic to intermediate topics include: creating documents, editing, formatting, tables and printing. Creating and performing a mail merge is covered in this class. Prerequisite: COM 3102 or equivalent skills.
COM 3103 / Length: 20 hours
Cost: $375
| CRN 177 | Mon - Fri Feb. 3 - 7 |
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 2074 | Mon - Thurs Mar. 3 - 13 |
6 - 8:30 p.m. | Marple |
Word Introduction
Learn to create, save, format and edit documents. Increase your productivity. Course topics include: Word environment, help system, creating, saving and printing documents, editing text, spelling and grammar check, thesaurus, and finding and replacing text. Prerequisite: COM 3102 or equivalent skills
COM 0601 / Length: 8 hours
Cost: $160
| CRN 1805 | Mon & Tues Feb. 3 & 4 |
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 2076 | Mon - Thurs Mar. 3 - 6 |
6 - 8:30 p.m. | Marple |
Explore the PowerPoint environment! Topics include: creating and modifying presentations, formatting text, adding charts and editing a presentation, printing presentations, and sharing info with other programs. Prerequisite: COM 3102 or equivalent skills.
COM 1201 / Length: 8 hours
Cost: $160
| CRN 1272 | Mon & Tues Feb. 24 & 25 |
9:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. | Marple |
PowerPoint for the Workplace
Create dynamic, professional-level presentations. Topics include: overview of the PowerPoint environment; using animation, charts, and clipart; auto shapes and images; multi-media; customizing presentations; the Pack and Go feature and Web features. If you are a Google Workspace User, PowerPoint skills will also apply to creating presentations with Google Slides.
Prerequisite: COM 3102 or equivalent skills.
COM 3106 / Length: 20 hours
Cost: $375
| CRN 886 | Mon - Fri Feb. 24 - 28 |
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Marple |
NEW! Introduction to Visio
Ignite your creative side by learning how to quickly create professional flow charts, timelines, process maps, IT architecture diagrams, floor plans, and more. Boost your knowledge by using data graphics to simplify and enhance the visualization of complex information. Prerequisite: COM 3102 (Using the Computer and Managing Files) or equivalent skills
COM 1694 / Length: 8 hours
Cost: $160
| CRN 1933 | Wednesdays Mar. 19 - Apr. 9 |
3 - 5 p.m. | Marple |
Microsoft Office Certification
Microsoft Office Specialist - Word
Become familiar with the most important concepts of Microsoft Word. Course topics include enhancing, organizing and managing documents. Presentation and demonstration of the skills necessary to sit for the Word MOS certification test are included.
*Prerequisite: Word for the Workplace or equivalent skills.
COM 3260 / Length: 40 hours
Cost: $775 (test vouchers included)
| CRN 246 | Mon - Fri Mar. 17 - 28 |
9:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. | Marple |
Microsoft Office Specialist - Excel
Become familiar with the most important concepts of Microsoft Excel. Course topics include managing, analyzing, formatting data and working with multiple worksheets. Presentation and demonstration of the skills necessary to sit for the Excel MOS certification test are included.
Prerequisite: Excel for the Workplace or equivalent skills.
COM 3290 / Length: 40 hours
Cost: $775 (test vouchers included)
| CRN 247 | Mon - Fri Mar. 31 - Apr. 11 |
9:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. | Marple |
Excel for the Workplace
This course presents basic to intermediate concepts of spreadsheets. Topics include formatting, printing spreadsheets, formulas, functions, charts, and working with multiple worksheets.
COM 3104 / Length: 20 hours
Cost: $375
| CRN 178 | Mon - Fri Feb. 10 - 14 |
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Marple |
Excel Introduction
Learn to create, save, format, edit and print spreadsheets. Course topics include: Excel environment, entering and editing data, modifying a worksheet, using functions, formatting worksheets, printing, creating charts. *Prerequisite: Using a Computer & Managing Files or equivalent skills.
COM 0901 / Length: 8 hours
Cost: $160
| CRN 612 | Mon & Tues Feb. 10 & 11 |
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 574 |
Mon - Thurs Apr. 28 - May 1 |
6 - 8:30 p.m. | Marple |
Excel Intermediate
Learn to enhance a spreadsheet and use more advanced Excel techniques. Course topics include: working with large worksheets, working with multiple worksheets and workbooks, customizing Excel, advanced charting and pivot tables, advanced formatting and validation, list management, documenting and auditing, templates and hyperlinks.
*Prerequisite: Using a Computer & Managing Files or equivalent skills.
COM 0950 / Length: 10 hours
Cost: $225
Introduction to Outlook
Learn how to best use Outlook, Microsoft’s email, contact and calendar manager program. Topics include creating, sending and managing messages, working with email attachments, creating contacts and groups, tasks, appointments, events and meetings. Prerequisite: COM 3102 or equivalent skills
| CRN 736 | Tues - Thurs Feb. 18 - 20 |
9:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. | Marple |
COM 1354 / Length: 12 hours
Cost: $235
Computerized Accounting
Set up a QuickBooks company. Topics include: creating and customizing a new company, income and expense accounts, creating and maintaining customer and vendor accounts, invoices, payments and deposits, checks and reconciling accounts. Prerequisite: COM 3102 or equivalent skills.
COM 1551 / Length: 15 hours
Cost: $275
| CRN 1560 | Tues & Thurs Apr. 15 - 24 |
6 - 9 p.m. | Marple |
