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Cuesta College Community Programs
(Bldg 4700, San Luis Obispo Cuesta College Campus on Hwy 1)
PO Box 8106, San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8106
Phone: (805) 546-3132; Fax: (805) 546-3107

Ed2Go Online Courses

Computers - Online

Cuesta Community Programs has online classes that help you update skills, discover new talents or map out a new profession...all at your fingertips in the comfort and convenience of your own home, office or while traveling. Classes begin at $94 and offer a wide range of topics that begin every month, run for six weeks for approximately 24 hours of instruction. Our instructors are famous for their ability to create warm and supportive environments while facilitating their courses with interactive quizzes, assignments and tutorials. Students are able to read class information and ask their instructor questions at times most convenient to them...
24 hours a day/7 days a week. Our online classes are not-for-credit but do have "Letters of Completion" available upon request.

Basic Requirements:
Internet access, E-mail, and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox web browser. See individual classes for additional requirements.

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Achieving Top Search Engine Positions
Learn how to achieve top search engine positioning in this highly interactive, six-week course. Discover how search engines work and how important events have shaped the entire Search Engine Optimization (SEO) industry. Learn which search engines are used the most frequently, and which ones you must absolutely get your site listed in. Master important HTML tags and understand how to use them effectively and ethically. Explore exciting and free online tools that can help you choose the most popular keywords related to the topic of your Web site. Domain, folder, and file naming conventions are discussed along with content layout and its effect on search engine positions. The entire SEO cycle is covered in detail, from primary keyword selection through the post-submission analysis. By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and the know-how to achieve top search engine positions!
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads  by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Completion of the 'Creating Web Pages' course or equivalent HTML experience, and a computer of any type.

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Comp TIA A+ Certification Prep Intermediate
The Intermediate CompTIA A+ Certification Prep course picks up where the Basic course left off, taking you right into the PC. You’ll start with detailed information on installing and configuring hard drives and removable drives, and then spend the rest of the course knee-deep in Windows. You’ll learn about the operating system from installation to operations, maintenance to troubleshooting. The course finishes with an in-depth look into installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting printers. This course takes you through the second of the three steps you need to become both a highly competent PC tech and a CompTIA A+ certified technician, 2006 style.
REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of the Basic CompTIA A+ Certification Prep course; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader), access to a PC running Windows 9x, and a PC running Windows 2000 or XP, so that you can learn the subtle (and not-so-subtle) differences between these two families of Windows. Although this course focuses on operating systems, you should have access to a hard drive that you can install, format, and partition, and to a couple of Plug and Play devices that you can practice installing. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine, not the student), we do not require you to tear apart your own primary computer (and definitely do not recommend that you format or partition your primary hard drive!).

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Comp TIA A+ Certification Prep Advanced
The Advanced A+ Certification Prep course takes you through an extensive set of technologies, including SCSI, video, modems, printers, multimedia, portable PCs, and networking. You'll study the hardware and learn the software necessary to install, configure, and troubleshoot that hardware.
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Successful completion of the Basic CompTIA A+ Certification Prep and Intermediate CompTIA A+ Certification Prep courses. A Windows 9x PC that you can experiment on. You will probably want to remove/install various devices, such as video, sound, and modems. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine, not the student), however, we do not require you to tear apart your own primary computer. This is a class that trains you to be a technician - having a machine to play with greatly helps your learning. You can pick up an old PC from second-hand stores, garage sales, or your Aunt Edna's attic.

Instructor: Scott Jernigan;

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Comp TIA Network+ Certification Prep
This course will teach you everything you need to know to take and pass the challenging Network+ certification exam and become an excellent network technician. You'll learn about topologies, the OSI Seven-Layer model, protocol suites, modern network operating systems, network hardware, cabling standards, remote connectivity, Internet connections, network troubleshooting, and more. Network+ certification also counts as one of the elective exams for the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification.
REQUIREMENTS: Familiarity with personal computers, including hardware and software. Proficiency with Windows. A+ certification is strongly recommended, but not required. Internet access, e-mail, and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser.

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CorelDRAW X3 Intro
Learn how to draw and paint without pencils, pastels, or watercolors using your computer and the imaging software, CorelDRAW! Even if you can’t draw a straight line or a round circle, CorelDRAW will help you unlock the artist inside. This course is perfect for beginners, but those with design experience will also benefit from the detailed, step-by-step instructions. You’ll discover how to add special effects and brilliant colors to your designs while creating a professional-looking newsletter and greeting card. You’ll also find out how to add exquisite text to images to create logos and letterheads and how to export your designs to other applications like Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and the Web. While the course focuses on CorelDRAW Suite X3, if you’re using CorelDRAW 12 or CorelDRAW X4, you’ll get all the support you need in each lesson’s discussion area. Whether you’re designing for business or pleasure, this course will provide all the tips and tricks you need to create images of the highest quality. So get ready to release that pent-up Picasso inside of you who’s longing to get out!
REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows Vista, XP, or 2000; CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X3 or CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X3 Upgrade or CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X3 Student and Teacher Edition are all acceptable (please be sure to install the software on your computer before the course begins); Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Artistic ability is not required, just a desire to be creative. Note: this course is not suitable for Macintosh users. Users of CorelDRAW 12 and CorelDRAW X4 will also be supported in the Discussion Areas.

Creating User Requirements Documents
Your success as a developer depends almost entirely on your ability to meet or exceed your customers' every expectation. This course will show you, step by step, how to discover and document precisely what your customer wants. No matter which industry you work for, no matter what type of project you have, you will master the requirements management process in this course. You will learn practical techniques to gather, manage, and document user requirements that you can be apply immediately to your profession. In addition, this course will use examples and templates to walk you through the complete process of creating a user requirements document from inception through completion and beyond. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader) and any type of computer.

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Creating Web Pages
Create and post your very own Web site on the Internet in this extensive, hands-on, six-week workshop. First, you'll learn about the capabilities of the World Wide Web and the fundamentals of web design. Then, with your instructor's patient guidance, you'll plan the content, structure and layout of your Web site, create pages full of neatly formatted text, build links between the pages and to the outside world, and add color, backgrounds, graphics, tables, hot buttons, and animation. You'll also learn critical and timely information on securing the best possible location in search engine listings, and powerful no-cost or low-cost web marketing strategies.
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, familiarity with the Internet, a computer of any type, and a plain text editor like Notepad or TextEdit which are standard on Windows or Mac computers.

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Creating Web Pages II
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Crystal Reports 10 Intro
Discover the secret techniques pros use to produce handsome reports that clearly convey almost any type of information to any type of audience. This class will help you unleash the hidden power of Crystal Reports to present database or accounting information in a way that unmistakably communicates the points you want to make. If you have information you need to intelligently communicate to others, but cannot do so because it lies buried in your database, accounting program, or other data source, you need Crystal Reports--and this course. It doesn't matter whether you need to develop a quick-turnaround report that your boss needed yesterday or an elaborate financial report for your company’s annual report. Crystal Reports can handle it all, and your instructor will show you how. You'll discover how to extract the data you want your report to include, how to sort it into the order you want, how to group related information together, and how to include totals for groups of figures or for the entire report. All the while, you'll gain valuable firsthand experience with the process of creating, running, and publishing polished, professional quality reports. REQUIREMENTS: Crystal Reports 8.5, 9, 10, XI, or 2008 (please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).
Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users.

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CSS & XHTML Intro
Learn how to create state-of-the-art Web sites using modern CSS and XHTML techniques. Take your existing HTML skills to the next level and start building sites like the pros. If you want to survive and excel in the fast-paced world of Web publishing, you're going to need to keep up with ever-evolving standards. Traditional HTML is rapidly becoming obsolete, as powerful new languages like CSS and XHTML gain popularity and mindshare among Web developers. CSS and XHTML not only make it easier for you to build and manage large Web sites, these powerful languages can also give you more precise control over the appearance of every page you build. Almost every Web development tool--including Dreamweaver, Microsoft Expressions Web, and Visual Web Developer--offer support for, and occasionally require the use of, CSS and XHTML. This course will provide you with the foundation you'll need to master two critical and fast-growing new Web languages. If you're a Web developer, why not begin your transition to CSS and XHTML today? REQUIREMENTS:  A text editor (like Windows Notepad); basic computer skills; familiarity with files, folders, text editing, and copying and pasting; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the
Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Completion of our online Creating Web Pages course (or equivalent experience with HTML and Web publishing) is recommended.

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CSS & XHTML Intermediate
Today's Web sites require streamlined code that adapts to a variety of screen resolutions, Web browsers, and user needs. CSS and XHTML are the keys to creating that, and they're the foundation upon which all modern Web sites are built. This means Web developers need a deep understanding of CSS and XHTML. In this course, you'll take your CSS and XHTML skills to the next level and learn how to create professional-quality Web sites. You'll find out the methods the pros use to quickly build effective sites that are easy to maintain and modify. You'll discover the secrets to ensuring you keep total creative control over every aspect of a site. You'll master specific techniques for creating flexible, table-less page layouts that adapt to all Web browsers, screen resolutions, and user needs. And you'll learn how to build accessibility and search engine optimization into those page layouts. REQUIREMENTS:  You'll need a simple text editor like Notepad in Windows or other Web development tool, as well as basic computer skills, and some familiarity with HTML and CSS. Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: Successful completion of "Introduction to CSS and XHTML" course, or prior experience with HTML and Web publishing is recommended.

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Database Development Intro
A number of powerful tools are available to help you build databases and database applications. However, if you do not apply a systematic, structured approach to the use of those tools, you will probably produce systems that fail to meet user needs. Many projects bog down or are never completed for lack of a disciplined approach to development. This course will guide you step-by-step through all the phases of a system development project to guarantee that the resulting product will not only work as it was designed to work, but also that the design truly responds to user needs. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader) any type of computer, and a database management system, including Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.

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Designing Effective Websites
These days, creating a Web site is so easy almost anyone can do it. But with all the competition on the Web, creating a site that's effective is more challenging than ever. To do that, you need to employ good design principles. Regardless of your current skills or level of knowledge, in this course you'll master the basics of Web design and learn how to build sites that are better and more effective. Get ready to take your Web design skills to the next level! We'll examine the tension between form and function, explore the six major states of the Web site development process, and learn the basics of user-centered design. We'll also review the five basic steps to organizing information, find out how site design themes can be used for information delivery, and review Web page design considerations. Along the way, we'll talk about effective type and graphics and explore the idea of Web 2.0. This course is a must for Web designers, giving the tips and tools that will help them establish a solid career. REQUIREMENTS: Completion of "Creating Web Pages I and II" (or equivalent HTML or Web authoring tool experience). Any type of computer, Internet access, e-mail, and Web browser, such as Internet Explorer, Safari, or Firefox. Optional: An Imaging program, such as Photoshop or Paint Shop Pro (any version), and a Web page authoring tool, such as Macromedia Dreamweaver, Microsoft Expression Web.

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DreamWeaver 8 Intro
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DreamWeaver CS3 Intro
Learn Adobe Dreamweaver from a Web design pro, and get the training you need to develop first-class Web sites! We'll uncover the secrets of effective page layout—secrets that ensure your sites reach and impress your audience. Then you'll master the techniques for producing fully functioning sites, learning how to insert and format text, images, hyperlinks, tables, and a variety of media formats. And finally, you'll see how Dreamweaver makes it a snap to upload sites to a Web server and maintain them once they're online. Along the way, we'll answer the five questions that guarantee success for any Web site project. If you have no Web design experience, you'll love how easy Dreamweaver makes it to learn HTML, the language that drives the Internet! REQUIREMENTS: Adobe Dreamweaver CS3 (please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins); Microsoft Windows Vista or XP or Macintosh OS X; at least one year of experience using a computer; the ability to install programs on your computer and work with files; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).

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DreamWeaver CS3 Intermediate
Take your Adobe Dreamweaver skills to the next level under the tutelage of a proven Web development expert. Examine pure CSS layout and learn how to incorporate multimedia elements such as Flash video and audio. Discover the uses of XML and XSL. In this new intermediate-level Dreamweaver class, you'll learn to harness the power of this industry-standard Web design tool. During this hands-on training, you'll learn how to use standards-compliant Cascading Style Sheets to create Web pages that are easier to maintain and more search engine-friendly.
REQUIREMENTS: Adobe Dreamweaver CS3 (please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins); Microsoft Windows Vista or XP or Macintosh OS X; completion of Robert Fuller's Introduction to Dreamweaver CS3 online course (or equivalent experience); the ability to install programs on your computer and work with files; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).

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DreamWeaver CS4 Intro
Would you like to learn to use Adobe Dreamweaver CS4 to design, create, and maintain user-friendly Web sites that are full of professional-quality Web pages? If so, then this is the class for you! You won't need any prior Web design skills or knowledge of code. We'll start at the beginning, and through engaging lessons and hands-on exercises, we'll build a sample site from the ground up. In the process, we'll explore the program's interface and how to set up Dreamweaver for building as many sites as you like with a minimum of effort and repeated tasks. You'll find out how to insert and format text, work with image files, and see exactly how hyperlinks work. We'll also take a short tour of Dreamweaver's Flash tools, work with tabular data, and get a handle on frames—getting clear on when to use them and when not to. As we build a site together, you'll master the basics of Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and even pick up a little HTML. By the end of the course, you'll be well-prepared to learn more about HTML or CSS if you want to take your skills to the next level. So get ready for a great adventure that will show you just how simple and fun Web design can be! REQUIREMENTS: Adobe Dreamweaver, CS4 Windows ASIN: B001EUDIZE, Mac ASIN: B001EUIYWQ (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); Windows Vista / XP; Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).

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DreamWeaver CS4 Intermediate
Would you like to learn to use Adobe Dreamweaver CS4 to design, create, and maintain user-friendly Web sites that are full of professional-quality Web pages? If so, then this is the class for you! You won't need any prior Web design skills or knowledge of code. We'll start at the beginning, and through engaging lessons and hands-on exercises, we'll build a sample site from the ground up. In the process, we'll explore the program's interface and how to set up Dreamweaver for building as many sites as you like with a minimum of effort and repeated tasks. You'll find out how to insert and format text, work with image files, and see exactly how hyperlinks work. We'll also take a short tour of Dreamweaver's Flash tools, work with tabular data, and get a handle on frames—getting clear on when to use them and when not to. As we build a site together, you'll master the basics of Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and even pick up a little HTML. By the end of the course, you'll be well-prepared to learn more about HTML or CSS if you want to take your skills to the next level. So get ready for a great adventure that will show you just how simple and fun Web design can be! REQUIREMENTS: Adobe Dreamweaver, CS4 Windows ASIN: B001EUDIZE, Mac ASIN: B001EUIYWQ (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); Windows Vista / XP; Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).

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DreamWeaver MX 2004 Intro
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Flash 8 Intro
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Flash CS4 Intro
Begin your career as a Flash designer! In this course, you'll learn how to create animated, interactive movies in Flash CS4. These days, Flash movies appear just about everywhere—the Web, the cinema, TV shows and commercials, computer games, and the list goes on. The skills you'll learn in this course will get you started on your way to a rewarding career designing animated graphics and special effects for one of these fun and exciting fields. Together, we'll develop a fully-functioning Flash application, complete with animation, graphics, and interactive buttons. We'll start by getting familiar with the Flash workspace, creating text and graphics, and animating objects on the Flash movie stage. Then, we'll look in detail at the anatomy of a Flash movie, including how to use the Flash timeline, layers, and frames to control objects and timing on the stage. While you can produce an entire movie in the Flash software, you'll often need to import graphics, sounds, and digital videos from other applications. As you create your first Flash movie, you'll learn how to format and embed external digital media and how to make them appear or play at specific times. We'll also look at how to control digital media based on specific events, such as end-user mouse clicks. No course on Flash is complete without an introduction to ActionScript, Flash's powerful programming language. So we'll jump into ActionScript 3.0 by creating interactive buttons. You'll also learn to write scripts that control movie flow as well as scripts that call to and load external videos, Web pages, and other Flash movie files. As we develop our movie, we'll practice making and animating 3-D objects, syncing sounds with animations, and publishing Flash movies to the Web. By the end of the course, you'll know how to use the Adobe Flash CS4 software to create and publish movies and applications, and you'll be well on your way to becoming a Flash designer! REQUIREMENTS: Adobe Flash Pro CS4 Windows or Adobe Flash Pro Mac, Adobe Flash Pro CS4 Windows Upgrade or Adobe Flash Pro Mac Upgrade, or any Adobe Creative Suite bundle containing Adobe Flash CS4 are all acceptable (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); student discounts are available through specific schools; Microsoft Windows XP or Vista or Mac OS 10.4 or Mac OS 10.5; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer, Apple Safari or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Artistic ability is not required, just a desire to be creative.

 Instructor: William Harrel;

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Flash MX 2004 Intro
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Illustrator CS3 Intro
Whether you're just hoping to do a little more with your art or you want to design professionally, this class will give you the Illustrator training you need! Adobe Illustrator CS3 is the program of choice for many graphic and visual artists. It allows you to draw and manipulate artwork, add special effects, apply color, and much, much more. Illustrator also sets the industry standard for creating vector images, which you can resize without loss of quality. In this course, you'll learn how to draw and trace with the Pen tool, use the new and amazing Recolor Artwork command, enhance your project with color, and bring your projects to life with interesting type. And with each lesson, you'll get an assignment that challenges both your creativity and your growing Illustrator skills. The course is appropriate for those just getting started with Illustrator and those looking to update their skills by mastering this version of the program. REQUIREMENTS: Adobe Illustrator CS3 for Windows and Windows XP or Vista or Adobe Illustrator CS3 for Mac and Mac OS X; Internet access,
e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the
Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: Illustrator software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

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JAVA Programming Intro
If you want to learn computer programming but don't have any prior experience, you'll enjoy a tour of Java, one of the most widely used computer languages in the world. It’s a breeze to learn in a friendly and supportive environment. Start with the basics of program design and go on to write your own programs and integrate input and output, calculations, decision making, and loops. Build your knowledge and confidence with easy-to-understand examples and plenty of skill-building exercises. So whether you just want to try it out to see if you like it or plan on doing more with Java, this is a great place to start! We’ll use the latest release of Java, from Sun Microsystems, the company that maintains and supports the language. We’ll also use BlueJ, a graphical development environment designed especially for students. Both are free open-source products, and I’ll give you the proper instructions to download them. By the time we’re done, you’ll be comfortable with Java programming and ready for more! REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows 98 or better, or Macintosh OS X or better, or Linux; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). You will also need a working copy of the most recent versions of the Java Development Kit (JDK) and BlueJ (free downloads). Note: Download and installation instructions are available in Lesson 4.

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JAVA Programming Intermediate
Deepen your understanding of the Java programming language, and start writing programs that are more sophisticated and professional. Learn how to save data permanently on a disk by writing it to a sequential data file. See how to read the file to get the data back and process it. Organize information using multiple classes in Java's class hierarchy and inheritance. Explore some of the hundreds of classes that are built into the Java language. Find out how to create GUI applications in Java using tools like windows, menus, buttons, text boxes, check boxes, scroll bars, and other GUI tools. Over the six weeks of this course, you'll build several complete applications that combine these concepts. You'll also use the knowledge you gain to solve programming problems included with the lessons--problems designed to help you master all the principles you learn. REQUIREMENTS: Completion of Introduction to Java Programming (or equivalent experience); Java SE (Standard Edition) Development Kit (JDK) Version 5 or later, from Sun Microsystems (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); Windows XP, Windows Vista, Mac OS X, or Linux;Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).

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Keyboarding
Using the computer software program FasType for Windows, you will learn the basic skills of touch-typing. If you already know how to type, this course will help you improve your typing speed and accuracy. When you are finished with the course, continue to use FasType for Windows to improve your keyboarding skills with its intermediate and advanced lessons. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader) and a Microsoft Windows-based PC (except for Windows Vista). When the class starts, you will be given instructions to download and install a working copy of FasType for Windows. Please do not purchase or download the software from another course. Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users and can not be used with the Windows Vista operating system.

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Linux Intro
In this six-week online course, you'll learn how to use the free Linux desktop system to perform all of the functions you currently do with Microsoft Windows or Apple Macintosh. You'll learn the basics of the Linux desktop, such as how to use its graphical environment to manipulate files and folders, create user accounts, and set up hardware devices. Besides learning how to use the Linux desktop environment, you'll learn how to use the many free programs that come preinstalled on your Linux system. Learn how to use the popular OpenOffice.org office productivity software, which allows you to read and write word documents, spreadsheets, and presentation graphics compatible with the Microsoft Office suite. You'll also learn how to use the Linux multimedia programs to play, rip and burn CDs, play DVDs and video files, and use audio editing tools to create your own masterpieces. Finally, the course walks you through using your Linux desktop to access the Internet. You'll learn how to connect to your ISP, and use your ISP to read and send mail messages using the e-mail software provided with Linux. You'll also learn how to keep in touch with friends and family using common Internet Messaging hosts, as well as browsing your favorite web sites using the popular Mozilla Firefox web browser. Get ready to discover why so many people think Linux makes their computer easier, cheaper, and more fun!
REQUIREMENTS: This course requires that you have a basic knowledge of using Windows or Macintosh, and are comfortable with working in a graphical PC environment. You must have a PC available to run the SimplyMEPIS version 6.5 Linux operating system, either from the hard disk or from a live CD. That PC must meet the minimum requirements for the SimplyMEPIS version 6.5 Linux distribution: A PC with an Intel Pentium or equivalent processor, a bootable CDROM drive, at least 2GB hard drive, and at least 64MB of RAM. If you have a high-speed Internet connection, such as a cable or DSL modem, you can download a file of the SimplyMEPIS version 6.5 CD free of charge. If you have a dial-up Internet connection, you can order the SimplyMEPIS version 6.5 CD for a minimal cost—approximately $15. You will receive further instructions when your class begins. To access your lessons, you will need Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).

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MS Access 2003 Intro
Learn how to use Microsoft's powerful and award-winning database to store, locate, and print just about any type of important information. In this six-week online workshop, you'll learn how to create tables, relationships, custom data entry forms, queries, reports, mailing labels, and macros. You'll also learn how to merge the data in your Access tables with Microsoft Word form letters.
REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows XP or 2000, Microsoft Access 2003 or Microsoft Office Professional Edition 2003 (please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser.
Note: Microsoft Word 2003 or Microsoft Office Professional Edition 2003 will also be required for Lesson 12. This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of any of the 2007 versions of Microsoft Access.

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MS Access 2007 Intermediate
Microsoft Access 2007 database developers need the technical knowledge and skills to design databases that use multiple related tables. At the same time, good developers must know how to hide some of these underlying complexities so their completed products are pleasant to use. In this course, you'll master the tools and techniques required to create user-friendly Access 2007 databases. You'll learn to design one-to-many and many-to-many databases and create queries, forms, and reports to reflect those relationships. You'll find out how to create a switchboard form, change database settings, and use macros to make a database easy and intuitive enough for even a computer novice to use.
REQUIREMENTS: Basic computer literacy and skills, as well as some experience with Microsoft Access 2007. Successful completion of Introduction Microsoft Access 2007 is strongly recommended, even if you are familiar with Access 2003 or earlier versions of Access. Software requirements include Microsoft Office Access 2007 (Amazon ASIN B000HCVR12). Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. Microsoft Windows XP or Windows Vista. Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the
Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader) Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users.

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MS Excel 2003 Intro
Work with numbers? Then you need to learn Excel 2003. In this unique six-week online workshop, you'll discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly and efficiently. You'll also learn the secrets behind writing powerful mathematical formulas, using the function wizard to quickly and automatically calculate statistics, loan payments, future value, and more. You'll also learn the best ways to sort and analyze data, create custom charts and graphs, create 3-dimensional workbooks, build links between files, endow your worksheets with decision-making capabilities, and automate oft-repeated tasks with macros and buttons. REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows XP or 2000, Microsoft Excel 2003 or Microsoft Office 2003 (Student and Teacher Edition, Standard Edition, Small Business Edition, or Professional Edition are all acceptable - please be sure to install the software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser.
Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of any of the 2007 versions of Microsoft Excel.

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MS Excel 2003 Intermediate
Have you been using Excel 2003 to its fullest potential? Learn how to work faster and more productively. Discover how the Pivot Table and AutoFilter can help you rapidly create reports and analyses. Learn advanced graphing techniques and how to use functions to get Excel 2003 to perform complex math, make decisions, and look up values in a table. REQUIREMENTS: Completion of Craig Power's online Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2003 course (or equivalent experience), Microsoft Windows XP or 2000, Microsoft Excel 2003 or Microsoft Office 2003 (Student and Teacher Edition, Standard Edition, Small Business Edition, or Professional Edition are all acceptable - please be sure to install the software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser. Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of any of the 2007 versions of Microsoft Excel.

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MS Excel 2003 Advanced
Any proficient Microsoft Excel user will agree that Excel is a very powerful analytical tool. Wouldn't it be great to learn how to effectively use every Excel tool at your disposal? In this course, you'll learn how to maximize Excel's analytical and functional capabilities. Most organizations rely heavily on Microsoft Excel to consolidate, analyze, and report financial information. Your company is probably no exception. By learning these advanced techniques, you can become more of a value to your organization. Your ability to generate information with increased accuracy, timeliness, and usefulness will lead to better decision-making. In this practical and information-packed course, you'll learn how to use the additional analytical tools provided by Excel add-ins. You'll become skilled in the use of validation to protect the integrity of your worksheets from other, less experienced users. Impress your coworkers by learning how to add functional and eye-catching controls to any worksheet, and find out how to use scenarios and data tables to quickly perform multiple what-if analyses. You'll discover advanced pivot table techniques, like creating calculated fields and calculated items. You'll become adept at consolidating and importing data, and you'll master the art of conditional formatting to highlight duplicate entries and other common worksheet problems. And you'll become proficient at nesting functions within other functions to accomplish just about anything Microsoft Excel has to offer. REQUIREMENTS: Completion of Craig Power's online Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2003 course (or equivalent experience), Microsoft Windows Vista, XP or 2000, Microsoft Excel 2003 or Microsoft Office 2003 (Student and Teacher Edition, Standard Edition, Small Business Edition, or Professional Edition are all acceptable - please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). This course is not suitable for Macintosh users. Note: Microsoft Excel 2000 and 2002 users will be supported in the discussion area.

Instructor: Chad Wambolt;

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MS Excel 2007 Intro
Work with numbers? Then you need to learn Excel 2007. In this unique six-week online workshop, you'll discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly and efficiently. You'll also learn the secrets behind writing powerful mathematical formulas, using the function wizard to quickly and automatically calculate statistics, loan payments, future value, and more. You'll also learn the best ways to sort and analyze data, create custom charts and graphs, create 3-dimensional workbooks, build links between files, endow your worksheets with decision-making capabilities, and automate oft-repeated tasks with macros and buttons. REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows Vista or XP, Microsoft Excel 2007 or Microsoft Excel Home and Student 2007 or Microsoft Office 2007 (the Home and Student Edition, Standard Edition, Small Business Edition, or Professional Edition of Microsoft Office 2007 are all acceptable). Please be sure to install the software on your computer before the course begins, Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, users of older versions of Microsoft Excel, nor for users of OpenOffice.

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MS Excel 2007 Intermediate
Master advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2007, including charting and PivotTables, and discover how this powerful MS Office program can boost your productivity. In this practical, hands-on course, you'll learn how to create informative and eye-catching charts, as well as how to harness the power of Excel 2007's filtering techniques. You'll see how Excel 2007 can give you further insight into your valuable data. And by learning how to create macros that eliminate repetitive tasks, you'll earn your coworkers admiration and gratitude. With your macro knowledge, you'll be able to manipulate data with the push of a button. You'll also discover how to use Goal Seek and Solver and apply them to real-world problems. And you'll set yourself apart from the casual Excel user by learning how to use Excel's VLOOKUP, INDEX & MATCH, and other time-saving functions. So get ready for six fun, action-packed weeks that will take your Excel skills to the next level!
REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows Vista or XP, Microsoft Excel 2007 or Microsoft Excel Home and Student 2007 or Microsoft Office 2007 (the Home and Student Edition or Standard Edition of Microsoft Office 2007 are all acceptable). Please be sure to install the software on your computer before the course begins; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of older versions of Microsoft Excel.

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MS Excel 2007 Advanced
Any proficient Microsoft Excel user will agree that MS Excel is a very powerful analytical tool. Wouldn't it be great to learn how to effectively use all the advanced Excel features at your disposal? In this practical and information-packed course, you'll see how to maximize Excel's functions and capabilities.
Most organizations rely heavily on Microsoft Excel to consolidate, analyze, and report financial information. Your company is probably no exception. By learning these advanced techniques, you can become more valuable to your organization. Your ability to generate information with increased accuracy, timeliness, and usefulness will lead you and others to better decision-making.
Over the next six weeks, you'll see how to use the additional analytical tools provided by Excel add-ins. You'll become skilled in the use of validation to protect the integrity of your worksheets from other, less experienced users. You'll impress your coworkers by learning how to add functional and eye-catching controls to any worksheet and how to use scenarios and data tables to quickly perform multiple what-if analyses. You'll discover advanced techniques for PivotTables, such as creating calculated fields and calculated items. You'll become adept at consolidating and importing data from other sources, and you'll master the art of conditional formatting to highlight duplicate entries and other common worksheet problems. Learn how Excel 2007 table tools take the complexity out of table creation and management. As you become proficient at nesting functions within other functions, you'll be able to accomplish just about anything Microsoft Excel has to offer!
REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Office Excel 2007 (B000HCVR1M), Microsoft Office Excel Home and Student 2007(B000HCVR26), Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 (B000HCZ8EO), Microsoft Office Standard 2007 (B000HCVR3A), Microsoft Office Professional 2007 (B000HCVR30), Microsoft Office Ultimate 2007 (B000HCTY26) are all acceptable (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); Microsoft Windows XP or Windows Vista; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users. Completion of the online Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2007 course or a similar course is recommended.

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MS Expression Web Intro
In this course, you’ll take your first steps toward becoming part of the Internet revolution by learning to create Web sites using Microsoft Expression Web. First, you’ll learn how to design surprisingly professional Web sites with Expression Web’s templates, saving you lots of time and effort. For many personal Web projects, templates are all you’ll need! However, every Web designer has to learn to build pages from scratch eventually, so you’ll find out how to do that, too. Using CSS and HTML, you’ll lay out a page using nothing but the extensive tools provided by MS Expression. You’ll learn about building dynamic Web pages using databases and ASP.NET, and you’ll find out how to add external style sheets to your Web design toolbox. Finally, you’ll learn how to share your site with the world—and how to use it to earn a profit. First, you’ll discover how to get listed on search engines such as Google. Next, you’ll learn how to use your site to sell products or advertising space. Whether you’re creating new Web sites or updating existing ones, the information you learn in this course will empower you to share your own interests or business ideas with the world.
REQUIREMENTS: Expression Web version 3.0, Expression Web version 2.0, or Expression Web may all be used (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, XP, or 2000; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the
Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads  by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: this course cannot be completed on a Macintosh computer.

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MS FrontPage 2003 Intro
Have you been itching to build a Web site but don’t know where to start? If so, this is the course for you! In Introduction to FrontPage 2003, you'll learn the essentials of Microsoft’s popular Web site-building software. You'll begin with an introduction to the basics of Web design and an exploration of the interface and features of the FrontPage program. Then, you'll learn how to manipulate text and graphics to create finished Web pages. Next, you'll find out how to create and manipulate tables to structure and organize your Web pages. After you have the basics down, you’ll learn to use the program’s superb built-in site navigation tools. These tools will help you lay out a site logically, applying navigation buttons to effortlessly link the pages of your site to one another, as well as to other sites on the World Wide Web. You'll learn how to build a solid navigational flow for your site that’s easy to change and update. In later lessons, you'll find out how to publish and market your Web site. You’ll learn about meta tags, browsers, and bots, and practice using them in hands-on exercises. We'll also explore such important issues as choosing the proper Web Presence Provider to ensure that you can take full advantage of some of FrontPage’s coolest features. By the end of the course, you’ll be armed with the knowledge you need to create an attractive, well-designed, and functional Web site. So what are you waiting for? Let’s go build a Web site! REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows XP or 2000, Microsoft FrontPage 2003 or Microsoft FrontPage 2003 Upgrade, Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the
Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads  by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Image editing software, such as Adobe Photoshop Elements or Jasc Paint Shop Pro is recommended, but not required.

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MS Office 2007, What's New?
In this course, you'll learn how to use the new features of Microsoft Office 2007. Through easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions, you'll get comfortable creating Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, and an Access database. On the surface, MS Office 2007 looks a lot different than previous versions (no more menus or toolbars!), but by learning to understand the dramatically changed, Ribbon-based interface, you'll quickly get back on the road to productivity. 
In each program, we'll take a quick tour that shows you how to perform the most common everyday tasks.You'll work with a flier, a budget, a funding presentation, and an inventory database--all things you might need to produce in real life. And as you start to feel at home with the Ribbon and tabs, you'll find that underneath that shiny new dashboard, many "nuts and bolts" of the programs aren't really all that different than before! In Word, you'll learn about QuickStyles and other ways to apply automatic formatting to your documents. You'll insert professional-looking graphics like text boxes and SmartArt. You'll use the new document themes--sets of delicious colors and matching fonts that will make you feel like a graphic designer! In Excel, you'll use handy cell styles to quickly format your worksheets. You'll see how the new Page Layout view lets you work with your spreadsheets more easily. You'll customize great-looking Excel chart designs to make them totally your own with special effects like reflections, shadows, and WordArt. And you'll see how the Excel list feature lets you handle columnar data like name and address lists. In PowerPoint, we'll explore new text and graphics features that will take your presentations to a new level. You'll use charts and diagrams to make your important points. And you'll really enjoy special formatting features that can make your presentations shine. Custom backgrounds plus slide show animations and transitions will get your audience's attention and keep it! In Access, you'll find out how simple it is to create databases by using field templates and some new field types. You'll also learn to use classy new formats for forms and reports. And you'll see how database templates can help you get up and running sooner. Before you know it, you'll be using each MS Office 2007 program with ease, accomplishing your work faster, and creating documents that look better than ever!
REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) SP1, (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); Microsoft Windows XP or Vista; Internet access to obtain clip art and templates is recommended but not absolutely necessary; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads  by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users. This course assumes a basic knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access 2003, but all tasks are taught using simple explanations in an easy step-by-step format, so that even someone rusty on some features will still be able to master the basics of Office 2007 and complete the course.

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MS Office Accounting Professional 2008 Intro
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MS Outlook 2003 Intro
This course will help you take advantage of the communication and personal information management power of Outlook 2003. Thanks to a completely new user interface, Outlook is easier and more intuitive than ever before. Based on the proven layout standards of newspapers and magazines, its new design displays much more information without sacrificing readability. With Outlook's enhanced rules and new anti-spam features, you can filter out the junk and keep the good stuff. And you can organize your messages in ways that make sense to you without having to copy or move them. When it comes to personal information management, this course won’t let you down. You'll use the new information views in Outlook 2003 to work with the Calendar, Contacts and other personal information management features. You'll also learn how to use the new Research Library, an incredible online reference tool that you can use without leaving Outlook. You'll also explore the essential housekeeping tasks that keep Outlook running smoothly and your information safe, secure, and accessible. You'll learn the best ways to back up and restore your information. You'll be able to share information with only those people who need access while protecting yourself and your information from viruses and other nasty e-mail-borne problems. REQUIREMENTS: Windows XP, Microsoft Office Outlook 2003 (please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, and and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser. This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of any of the 2007 versions of Microsoft Outlook.
Note: Some Internet Service Providers (ISPs) don't allow you to use Microsoft Outlook to read your e-mail, or they may charge you an additional fee for doing so. If you're unsure if your ISP supports Outlook, please contact your ISP and confirm that you can use Outlook as your e-mail client before enrolling in this course.

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MS Outlook 2007 Intro
Want to learn Microsoft Outlook 2007 fast? Want to become a confident and productive user of this powerful program without having to memorize a lot of technical mumbo-jumbo? In this course, you'll see what's new in Outlook 2007 and get up and running quickly with the most important aspects of the program, from basic e-mailing to automating your work with rules. You'll learn security basics and how to perform maintenance tasks, like backing up your data. You'll even create a Google Gmail account for class assignments and personal use. You'll also interact with other students and an instructor whose Outlook books, articles, and online courses have helped thousands of people like you learn the essentials of earlier editions of Outlook. Whether you're new to Outlook or you've been using it for years, you're sure to learn something useful in every lesson. REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Office Outlook 2007, any edition (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); Windows XP or Vista; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of any of older versions of Microsoft Outlook.

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MS PowerPoint 2003 Intro
Easy to learn and fun to use, PowerPoint 2003 sets the standard by which all other presentation programs are measured. In this highly interactive hands-on class, you'll learn how to create dazzling multimedia presentations for just about any audience. You'll be able to create and display slides filled with formatted text, video, audio, animation, special effects, charts, outlines, video clips, images, and links to the Web. You'll learn how to work with task panes and the clip organizer, and how to access the Design Gallery Live and Template Gallery Web sites to download clip art and templates for your presentations. You'll even be able to save your presentations in HTML so they can be shared with others over the Web. You'll also learn how to use some of the exciting new features exclusive to PowerPoint 2003, including the new PowerPoint Viewer, the Package-for-CD feature, and the Reference task pane. Your instructor will share with you her many years of teaching experience, providing you with valuable tips and keyboard shortcuts to use with PowerPoint 2003. She'll also take you on many field trips to useful Web sites that will help broaden your knowledge of PowerPoint. REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows XP or 2000, Microsoft PowerPoint 2003 or Microsoft Office 2003 (Student and Teacher Edition, Standard Edition, Small Business Edition, or Professional Edition are all acceptable - please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser.
Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of any of the 2007 versions of Microsoft PowerPoint. Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 users will be supported in the discussion area.

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MS PowerPoint 2007 Intro
Learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint 2007-- the best presentation program on the market today. This version of PowerPoint is very different from previous versions because of its new interface in which a Ribbon replaces the menu bar and toolbars. You'll find out how to create dazzling slide presentations consisting of slides that contain text, objects, animation, slide transitions, sounds, charts, outlines, media clips, clip art, and hyperlinks. You'll learn how to work with the new PowerPoint Ribbon, task panes, the clip organizer, and how to access Microsoft's Web site to download clip art and templates for your presentations. You'll see how to make global changes to your slides with the Slide Master. Finally, you'll discover how to save your presentations so you can share them online or copy them onto CDs. The instructor will share valuable tips and keyboard shortcuts that you'll use all the time with PowerPoint 2007. She'll also provide you with many links to Web sites to broaden your knowledge of PowerPoint even further.
REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows Vista or XP, Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 or Microsoft Office Professional 2007 (please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of any older versions of Microsoft PowerPoint.

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MS Project 2003 Intro
Discover how to effectively plan, implement, and control projects using Microsoft Project 2003. In this hands-on course, you'll learn how to apply the world's most popular project management software to your needs. You'll convert lists and schedules into an integrated plan you can be proud of, and you'll see how Microsoft Project can walk you through any project by helping you organize details, sequence tasks, produce a baseline, assign resources and costs, track progress, identify and analyze variances, revise your project plan, create schedules, and share everything with your customers and coworkers. The course is filled with time-tested shortcuts and strategies will help you deftly avoid problems that plague most project managers. Should you encounter trouble on your project, you'll be armed with solutions designed to get things back on track. And you'll be well prepared to fine-tune just about any aspect of your project.
REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows XP or 2000, Microsoft Project 2003 Standard (please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins), MS Vista or MS 2007 Office, Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users. Microsoft Project 2000 and 2002 users will be supported in the discussion area.

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MS Project 2007 Intro
Discover how to effectively plan, implement, and control projects using Microsoft Project 2007. Learn how to apply the world's most popular project management software to convert your lists and schedules into an integrated plan you can be proud of. See how Microsoft Project helps you think through and organize your project's details, sequence tasks, produce a baseline, assign resources and costs, track progress, identify and analyze variances, and revise your project plan. You'll discover the basics of Microsoft Project 2007 so you can create a project schedule in no time flat. Once you construct a basic schedule, you'll learn how to enlarge and share it with clients and coworkers. After completing the course, you'll know how to develop, implement, and control a project plan that meets organizational and customer objectives. The course will help you avoid going down dead-end alleys and also prevent you from overloading your schedule. Should you encounter trouble on your project, you'll be able to apply a number of tried-and-true problem-resolution techniques to help get back on track. You'll learn how to fine-tune different aspects of your project, including splitting tasks for work interruptions and defining material consumption rates. REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows Vista or XP, Microsoft Project Standard 2007 (please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users. Microsoft Project 2000 and 2002 users will be supported in the discussion area.

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MS Publisher 2007 Intro
In this hands-on, project-oriented class for beginners, you'll learn how to design, create, and publish a wide variety of stunning documents using Microsoft Publisher 2007—one of the most affordable and comprehensive desktop publishing packages available. You'll find out how Publisher's built-in layouts and templates can help you quickly complete virtually any desktop publishing project. Then you'll see the many ways you can modify those templates in order to create impressive and truly original works of your own. You'll gain valuable experience in designing and publishing newsletters, brochures, and Web sites. If you're new to graphic design, you'll receive plenty of expert guidance in selecting and using images, colors, and layouts. Discover how Microsoft Publisher can take you to levels of design expertise you never dreamed possible without any formal graphic design experience or training! REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows Vista or XP, Microsoft Publisher 2007 or Microsoft Office 2007 (Small Business Edition or Professional Edition only. (Please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins.) Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users. Artistic ability is not required, just a desire to be creative. Publisher 2003 is not covered in this course; however, because the 2003 version is similar to 2007, experienced users may use the 2003 version, provided they understand that the lessons will not match the version they're using.

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MS Windows Certification Prep: Exam 70-270
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MS Windows Vista Intro
Windows Vista is a radical departure from the Windows versions of yesteryear. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced Windows user, you won't want to miss out on everything this powerful new version has to offer. In this course, specifically designed for beginners and casual users, you'll learn to use Vista's best and most important features. You'll discover techniques for personalizing Vista to your own needs and preferences, set up user accounts and enforce parental controls, keep your computer secure from Internet threats, browse the World Wide Web, manage your e-mail, and keep your names and addresses organized in the new Contacts folder. You'll also learn to take full advantage of the new Calendar feature, manage and edit your digital photos with the new Windows Photo Gallery, and add fonts, color, and style to your written text.
REQUIREMENTS: Windows Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, Business, Ultimate, or Enterprise edition. Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Experience with other versions of Windows is not required. Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users.

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MS Windows XP Intro
Windows XP -- the new Windows Experience -- is the latest and greatest version of Microsoft Windows. Whether you're new to Windows or an experienced PC aficionado, there's a lot to learn in the all-new Windows XP. For the Windows newbie, there's never been a better time to learn. The new XP interface is designed to make the learning curve easier than ever. Experienced Windows users will also appreciate the new frictionless interface that makes a computer quicker, easier, and more productive. This course covers all the basic skills and concepts needed to use a computer to do anything - be it surf the Internet, write a book, day trade stocks, manage your finances, play music, edit photos, or just do e-mail. You need only know enough to get connected to the online course. Basic buzzwords and concepts of drives, directories, files, and so forth are explained in depth, as well as all the skills you need to get help when you need it, back out of awkward situations gracefully, and take advantage of the Internet like never before. You'll also learn to use and customize the new interface; work with texts, pictures, photos, sound, music and DVD, Interactive TV and video; create shortcuts to favorites; get the most from the Internet; and even build your own local area network (LAN).
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). A computer equipped with a copy of Windows XP is recommended. Students who want to learn about the product before purchase are also welcome.

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MS Word 2003 Intro
Learn to use the word processor PC Magazine ranked as one of the 'strongest and most intelligent programs ever written.' Students will learn how to add, move, through, and edit text, move words from one part of your document to another, work on two or more documents simultaneously, change the size or appearance of text, change margins and tab settings, automatically center, right align, justify, and indent text; run the integrated grammar and spelling checker; use the thesaurus, and save, retrieve, copy, organize, and print your documents.
REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows XP or 2000, Microsoft Word 2003 or Microsoft Office 2003 (Student and Teacher Edition, Standard Edition, Small Business Edition, or Professional Edition are all acceptable - please be sure to install the software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser.
Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of any of the 2007 versions of Microsoft Word.

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MS Word 2003 Intermediate
Take advantage of Word 2003's WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) editing capabilities to easily create flyers, newsletters, and other heavily formatted documents. You'll gain an understanding of basic graphic design principles as you set up columns and tables within your documents; insert, reposition, edit and resize graphic images; draw lines; surround your text or graphics with borders; achieve dramatic effects by varying the size, appearance, and orientation of your text, and more. REQUIREMENTS: Completion of Craig Power's online Introduction to Microsoft Word 2003 course (or equivalent experience), Microsoft Windows XP or 2000, Microsoft Word 2003 or Microsoft Office 2003 (Student and Teacher Edition, Standard Edition, Small Business Edition, or Professional Edition are all acceptable - please be sure to install the software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser.
Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of any of the 2007 versions of Microsoft Word.

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MS Word 2003 Advanced
Make Word 2003 work for you! Learn how to build time-saving macros, customize your toolbars, create shortcut keys, crank out form letters and mailing labels, perform queries, make your own templates, use the style gallery, and much more.
REQUIREMENTS: Completion of Craig Power's online Intermediate Microsoft Word 2003 course (or equivalent experience), Microsoft Windows XP or 2000, Microsoft Word 2003 or Microsoft Office 2003 (Student and Teacher Edition, Standard Edition, Small Business Edition, or Professional Edition are all acceptable - please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins), Internet access, e-mail, and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser.
Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of any of the 2007 versions of Microsoft Word.

Instructor: Craig Power;

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MS Word 2007 Intermediate
Microsoft Word 2007 is a powerful and popular program, yet most people use only a fraction of its features. In this course, you'll learn Microsoft Word's more advanced features, which can make writing easier, faster, and more fun. You'll improve your creativity and efficiency at the same time! In the first part of the course, you'll see how to perform a mail merge, and we'll explore macros, styles, and templates. Macros let you type repetitive words and phrases quickly and accurately at the touch of a button. Styles let you save text formatting. Templates let you create documents that contain predefined formatting and text, making it a snap to create documents that look right every time. In the second part of the course, we'll cover how to use Word as a simple desktop publishing program to create signs, flyers, menus, brochures, and even newsletters. You'll learn how to insert different types of graphics in a document including digital photographs from your own camera, clip art images provided by Microsoft, and different types of charts such as bar, line, or pie charts. Next, you'll find out how to wrap text around graphic images and divide a page into columns and text boxes. Both columns and text boxes give you different ways to display text beyond the traditional appearance of text that fills an entire page. Finally, in the last part of this course, you'll learn about printing labels, making form letters, and creating an index, table of contents, and list of figures automatically. If you need to create long documents, you'll appreciate Word's ability to keep track of page numbers for your chapter headings or index entries.
Whether you need to produce a short letter, flyer, report, or book-length manuscript, this course will teach you how to get the most out of Microsoft Word 2007!
REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Word 2007 or Microsoft Office 2007 (any edition) are all acceptable (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); Microsoft Windows XP or Vista; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads  by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). 
Note: this course is not suitable for Macintosh users.

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Navigating the Internet
Become net-savvy in six short weeks! Learn where the Internet came from, what makes it tick, and where it's headed. Learn advanced search techniques so that you'll be able to find fast answers to virtually any question. Build your own start page filled with the news and information that most interests you. Find out how to get free assistance with technical issues, travel planning and major purchases. Take advantage of cloud computing to freely create, edit, and collaborate with others on documents and spreadsheets; use the power of social networking to reconnect with old friends and share photos with other family members; keep your Internet knowledge up-to-date with the help of blogs, wikis, and social bookmarking; gain access to masterpieces of art and literature; entertain yourself and your family with free online games and videos; and find out how to best defend yourself against dangerous hoaxes, viruses, worms, and other forms of malware. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Internet Explorer or Netscape or Firefox Web browser.

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Networking Intro
Introduction to Networking explains computer networking basics in terms that you can easily understand, using concepts common to everyday, non-computing experience. A brief introduction to networking history provides context, explaining how networks have become so important to businesses and individuals. The course emphasizes networking fundamentals, explaining the software and hardware that makes networking possible. The course stresses understanding how and why networks work, rather than focusing on memorization of terms or numbers. Upon completion of the course, you will be capable of performing basic computer networking tasks, such as DSL connectivity or configuring connections to an Internet Service Provider. This course will give you the foundation you need to begin training for CCNA Certification or employment in a computer networking career. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader) and a computer equipped with Microsoft Windows 95 or newer.

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Networking Intermediate
Learn real-world applications for the concepts you learned in 'Introduction to Networking. You'll gain a full understanding of almost every aspect of networking technology, including hot topics such as virtual private networks, security, and Internet connectivity. Completion of this course and its prerequisite should serve as a springboard for a career in computer networking or training for CCNA Certification.
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads  by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Microsoft Windows 95 or better, and completion of David Iseminger's Introduction to Networking course (or equivalent experience).

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Networking Wireless
Wireless networking is one of the fastest growing segments of the computer industry. Every electronic device seems capable of wireless connections these days: computers, handhelds, cell phones , and even digital cameras are all capable of transmitting without a tether. To many people, those wireless connections are nothing short of technical wizardry. This course will remove the mystery and give you a thorough understanding of this fascinating and lucrative technology. You'll learn how wireless works, how wireless devices connect to networks, and how to build and connect to your own wireless network. We'll also explore wireless standards, wireless security, satellite Internet and cellular phone technology, as well as the future of wireless. Becoming knowledgeable about wireless networking is easier than ever. With a helpful instructor who is also a working industry expert, a practical and thoughtful approach to teaching, and an emphasis on giving you a practical, hands-on understanding how wireless works, this course will teach you everything you want to know about the world of wireless connectivity. REQUIREMENTS: Completion of David Iseminger's Introduction to Networking online course (or equivalent experience), Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).

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Oracle Intro
Learn how to use the Oracle database management system to plan, organize, and manage your data. Introduction to Oracle will provide you with a practical hands-on approach to relational databases concepts and Oracle's database management system. This course will introduce you to the Structured Query Language (SQL), Oracle's SQL*Plus, and other valuable tools used to develop, manage, and reference an Oracle database. In this six-week online course, you will learn how to create an Oracle database, build various database objects for the database, and write simple SQL statements that access the data from the database. This course will teach you how to write Data Definition Language statements to create, update, and delete database objects. You will learn how to execute Data Control Language statements to give or delete access rights to database objects. You will write Data Manipulation Language statements to insert, update, and delete records from a database. Finally, you will learn how to query the data and create finished reports.
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). and any type of computer with an installed copy of Oracle's Database Software (versions 8, 9, 10 or 11 are acceptable). The Database software is available for downloading from Oracle's website www.oracle.com . Download the Oracle Database 10g Release 2 Standard Edition, Standard Edition One, and Enterprise Edition that supports your operating system.
Note: This course provides post-installation instruction on Oracle. Installation support will not be provided in the course. Installation support is provided from Oracle's website.

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Oracle Intermediate
Gain hands-on experience with Oracle's PL/SQL programming language, with expert assistance from an IT veteran. PL/SQL is Oracle's procedural language extension to Structured Query Language (SQL). This course will give you the skills you need to write powerful and flexible programs using that language. You'll learn the building blocks and core features of PL/SQL, including expressions, various iterations, and built-in functions. Then, you'll begin building fully functional PL/SQL programs with procedures, packages, debugging routines, database structures, triggers, and cursor processing. By the time you finish this course, you will be able to store PL/SQL programs in a database and execute them. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). completion of Cindy Delia's Introduction to Oracle course (or equivalent experience), and any type of computer with an installed copy of Oracle's Database Software (versions 8, 9 or 10 are acceptable). The Database software is available for downloading from Oracle's website www.oracle.com . Download the Oracle Database 10g Release 2 Standard Edition, Standard Edition One, and Enterprise Edition that supports your operating system. Note: This course provides post-installation instruction on Oracle. Installation support will not be provided in the course. Installation support is provided from Oracle's website.

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PC Security Intro
What you don't know about PC security really can hurt you! Learn why you're at risk and what you can do to protect your precious personal and business data from the outside world. This course, taught by a security expert, will quickly bring you up to speed on the fundamentals of PC and network security. You'll understand and explore the many vulnerabilities of operating systems, software, and networks. Then, you'll get into the minds of hackers and crackers, developing an understanding of the exploits they use to access your computer without your knowledge. You'll find out why, where, and how viruses, worms, and blended threats are created. You'll be able to identify and work to prevent DoS, SYN flooding, and other network attacks. You'll learn a safe way to share files and data across the Internet through a virtual private network. And you'll be able to install and configure a firewall to build an impenetrable moat around your computer or network. REQUIREMENTS: A familiarity with general PC terminology, an understanding of Windows and an ability to locate programs and change settings (or completion of Introduction to Windows XP), Internet access,
e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the
Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).

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PC Security, Advanced
When is hacking legal? When you use it to secure your own network. This new method of hacking, called ethical hacking or white-hat hacking, uses common and readily available hacking tools and techniques to audit your network so you can locate and close security holes. Whether you're running a small home network or you're an enterprise network administrator, this course will teach you how to better protect your system against those who wish to gain unauthorized access. You'll gain an understanding of the complex method of electronic breaking and entering. You'll learn the terms and programming behind the interaction between hardware and software when communicating through a network. You'll follow packets of data from one point to another through an entire network, and find out where the flaws exist for data loss and security breaches. You'll discover the role of the seven layers of the OSI model, and the dependencies of hardware and software interaction through packet transmission. And you'll find out how private data can quickly become public knowledge. Hackers are costing businesses around the globe several billions of dollars every year. Don't become part of that sad statistic. Sooner or later, you know that somebody is going to try and break into your network. Why not learn how hackers think so you can harden your defenses against them?
REQUIREMENTS: Completion of Debbie Mahler's online Introduction to PC Security course (or equivalent experience), or completion of David Iseminger's online Introduction to Networking course (or equivalent experience). You must be familiar with PC and networking terminology and have at least a basic knowledge of how networks function. You will also need access to one or more networked computers that do not contain any data you consider sensitive. You will also need Internet access, e-mail, and the Netscape or Firefox or Internet Explorer Web browser.

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PC Troubleshooting Intro
Don't spend your hard-earned cash on expensive PC repairs! The vast majority of the problems people experience with their computers are completely avoidable, and most can be solved with nothing more than a few minutes of your time. Intro to PC Troubleshooting takes you step by step through the typical hardware and operating system problems encountered by technicians, teaching troubleshooting techniques to decipher any problem, and giving you the skills you need to solve them. Once you've mastered the basics, the course launches into some of the more advanced and nasty problems that crop up in the PC, teaching you how to diagnose and fix those problems as well! Finally, Intro to PC Troubleshooting shows you how to maintain and optimize a Windows PC. So what are you waiting for? Let's troubleshoot - and fix - some PCs! REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader)., and a computer equipped with any Microsoft Windows 95 or better. You will also need access to one or more computers that do not contain any data you consider sensitive.

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PERL Programming Intro
Learn Perl, a powerful and easy-to-use scripting language used on PCs, servers, and on the Internet for a wide range of programming problems. Perl is as capable - and often as fast - as C, C++, and Java, but is easier to learn and does not require the sort of software development tools and environments required by those languages. Perl is also more portable and supported on a greater variety of computers than many other computing languages. Perl programming skills are especially valuable for Web developers, software developers and system administrators.
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). In addition, you'll need access to a computer on which you can run the course software - the Perl interpreter and the Apache Web Server. The course supplies all necessary software for Windows. The software is also available (for free) for many other systems, including Mac OS X and Linux, although you'll need to download, install, and configure it yourself if you are running on one of those systems.

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PHP & MySQL Intro
Learn how to create an interactive Web site, allowing visitors to post and retrieve information provided by you or your site's visitors. In this six-week online course, you'll see how to create dynamic Web pages using the PHP programming language and the MySQL database server. During the course, you'll walk through the development of a complete content management system Web application. You'll receive clear, step-by-step, instructions demonstrating how to create a complete Web site capable of dynamically displaying data from a MySQL database. You'll discover how you can allow your site's visitors to add new information to an online database, search through posted data, and create meaningful printed reports. By the end of this course, you'll have plenty of useful code templates that will help you create your very own dynamic, Web-based, content management system.
REQUIREMENTS: A PHP and MySQL development environment (the first lesson in the course walks through installing the Wampserver software, which provides a full PHP and MySQL development environment in one package. You download Wampserver for free from www.wampserver.com/en/ ,Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista (Wampserver does not support either Windows 98 or Windows Me); Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: Macintosh users can't use the Wampserver software and must provide their own PHP and MySQL development environment. Prior HTML coding experience is helpful, but not required.

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PHP & MySQL Intermediate
Learn how to create an interactive online store complete with an online catalog of products, allowing customers to browse the catalog to select items, place them in a shopping cart, and complete an order. In this six-week online course, you'll see how to create a commercial online store using the PHP programming language and the MySQL database server. We'll walk through the steps for developing a complete online store Web application. During the course, you'll see step-by-step how to create all of the software and database objects used in the application. The application consists of two parts, an administrative Web application allowing a store manager to post new products, alter product information, and process customer orders, and a customer Web application allowing customers to browse the catalog of products, select products for purchase, and check out using a shopping cart. At the end of the course, you'll be able to use these code templates to create your own online store application. REQUIREMENTS: A PHP and MySQL development environment (the first lesson in the course walks through installing the Wampserver software, which provides a full PHP and MySQL development environment in one package. You download Wampserver for free from http://www.wampserver.com/en/); Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista (Wampserver does not support either Windows 98 or Windows Me); Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: Macintosh users can't use the Wampserver software and must provide their own PHP and MySQL development environment. Prior HTML coding experience is helpful, but not required.

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Python 2.5 Programming Intro
The Python programming language was developed with the idea that programmers should have a way to develop code that's easy to create and understand. While Python contains the same basic structures of other languages, it also offers unique functionality that makes the programmer's life easier. This course will show you how to create basic programming structures like decisions and loops. After that, we'll move on to object-oriented techniques with classes and exceptions. You'll also learn how to use some unique Python data structures like tuples and dictionaries. You'll even learn how to create graphical elements from simple squares and circles to graphical user interface objects like buttons and labels. By the end of the course, you'll have the foundational knowledge you need to create a variety of Python files, whether they be short scripts, full programs, or graphical user interfaces. REQUIREMENTS: Python 2.5 and the IDLE development environment. Both are available as free downloads for the Windows, Linux, or Macintosh operating systems at www.python.org. Students will need Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).

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QuickBooks 2009 Intro
QuickBooks is designed for the small to midsized business owner who enjoys Quicken's ease of use but prefers a more traditional approach to accounting. In this QuickBooks class, you'll get the training you need to start using this accounting program to set up a chart of accounts, reconcile your checking account, create and print invoices, receipts, and statements, track your payables, inventory, and receivables, create estimates, and generate reports. You'll learn how to use QuickBooks 2009 to gain control over all financial aspects of your business!  REQUIREMENTS:  QuickBooks Pro 2009 or QuickBooks Premier Edition 2009 (please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins); Microsoft Windows Vista or XP; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks SimpleStart.

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QuickBooks 2009 for Contractors
In this six-week course, you'll learn how to use the Premier Contractor Edition of QuickBooks 2009 effectively to meet the accounting needs of your contracting business and run it more efficiently. Contractors have many unique bookkeeping needs, so we've designed this course from the ground up specifically for the construction industry. The lessons are clearly illustrated and include step-by-step instructions in plain language, giving you hands-on practice with the features you're sure to use on a daily basis. We'll discuss creating custom and professional-looking contract estimates and the different methods for billing your clients, including using the QuickBooks progress invoicing and job-costing features. You'll find out how to deal with tricky situations, like change orders and retainage requirements, and how to properly set up accounts, items, customers, and jobs. Along the way, you'll see how to avoid many of the big and often costly mistakes contractors commonly make with QuickBooks. Finally, we'll explore how specific transactions impact all of your various accounts and cover some techniques for protecting your business from fraud, preparing for tax time, and generating useful and dynamic reports.
 REQUIREMENTS: QuickBooks Premier 2009 for Windows , Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, or Vista, Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). QuickBooks Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. When installing the software, be sure to select the contractor's edition. QuickBooks Pro 2009 for Windows is acceptable for this course, but please be aware that the Pro version is missing certain features that are only available in the Contractor's Edition used in this course. Note: The Macintosh, Simple-Start, and Online versions of QuickBooks are not supported in this course.

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QuickBooks 2010 Intro
QuickBooks is designed for the small to midsized business owner who enjoys Quicken's ease of use but prefers a more traditional approach to accounting. Learn how this well-designed accounting program can make it a snap to set up a chart of accounts, reconcile your checking account, create and print invoices, receipts, and statements, track your payables, inventory, and receivables, create estimates, and generate reports.  
REQUIREMENTS:  QuickBooks Pro 2010 or QuickBooks Premier Edition 2010 (please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins); Microsoft Windows Vista or XP; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). NOTE: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users, nor for users of QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks SimpleStart.

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QuickBooks 2010 Performing Payroll
Preparing payroll in any small business can be a daunting task. Whether you have one employee or 20, the federal and state requirements are often the same. By using the payroll feature in QuickBooks 2010, you can create paychecks, pay tax liabilities, and generate dazzling payroll reports with little effort. In this course, you'll learn the steps you need to follow to properly set up your payroll system in QuickBooks—steps such as accessing information on the Internal Revenue Service Web site, creating an entry for a new employee, tracking time and job cost data, and generating required forms and reports. Even if you're already using the QuickBooks' payroll feature, you'll gain a lot when we delve into troubleshooting and solving common problems and mistakes! REQUIREMENTS: Intuit's QuickBooks Pro 2010 for Windows (ASIN: B002KINCSW) or QuickBooks Premier 2010 for Windows (ASIN: B002KINBYM ) (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, Vista, or version 7; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). NOTE: The Macintosh, Simple-Start, and Online versions of QuickBooks are not supported in this course. Also, please be aware that this course covers only United States payroll procedures. Canadian (or other countries’) payroll procedures are not supported in this course.

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Ruby Programming Intro
Learn how to create an interactive Web blog that allows visitors to register and post articles and comments. You'll see how to use the Ruby on Rails framework environment to create a full-featured Web blog using the Ruby programming language and the MySQL database server. We'll walk through the development of a complete Web blog application. During the course, you'll see step-by-step how to create all of the software and database objects used in the application. We'll begin by looking at exactly what the Ruby programming language is. Ruby has taken the Web world by storm, providing an object-oriented approach to Web programming. Its simplicity and user-friendliness make it ideal for beginning programmers to use to dive into the world of dynamic Web sites. After going through the basics of Ruby programming, we'll turn to the Ruby on Rails framework environment. Ruby on Rails is a relatively new, but already very popular, player in the world of dynamic Web sites. We'll go through the steps of creating the Ruby on Rails framework and then modifying that framework with Ruby programming to customize your Web site just the way you want it. At the end of this course, you'll be able to use the techniques you've learned to build and customize your own dynamic Web application. REQUIREMENTS: A Ruby on Rails software development environment is required for this course. The first lesson walks through installing the InstantRails software package, which provides a complete Ruby on Rails development environment, including the Apache Web server and MySQL database server, for the Windows platform. InstantRails can be downloaded from instantrails.rubyforge.org; You must have a Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista workstation or server to install the InstantRails software. Please note that InstantRails does not work on Windows 95, Windows 98, nor Windows Me. Students using the Macintosh platform may be able to use the default Ruby environment included on Macintosh OS X 10.4 (Tiger) and 10.5 (Leopard). Please consult the Apple Web site for instructions on how to update the installed software to the latest version of Ruby on Rails; Prior HTML coding experience is helpful, but not required; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the
Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).

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SQL Intro
Learn the key concepts of Structured Query Language (SQL) and gain a solid working knowledge of this powerful and universal database programming language. You'll learn the basic structure of relational databases, how to read and write simple and complex SQL statements, and advanced data manipulation techniques.
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader) any type of computer with a Windows Operating System, and any desktop (standalone, not required to run over a server) Database Management System (DBMS) that supports the execution of Structured Query Language (SQL). Examples include Microsoft Access, SQL Server Personal Edition, SQL Server Desktop Engine (MSDE), SQL Server Evaluation Edition and Developer Edition, Oracle Personal Edition. Or any client/server (required to run over a server) database management system that is connected to a server and supports the execution of Structured Query Language. Examples include MySQL, Sybase, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Server Enterprise Edition and Standard Edition.

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Visual Basic 2005 Intro
Visual Basic is the most widely used programming language for creating Windows applications. Why? It's very easy to learn because it uses keywords that closely resemble the English language, while other programming languages require memorization of commands that bear no resemblance to English. Another reason for Visual Basic's popularity is its development environment, Visual Basic 2005, which enables you to rapidly build Windows applications. Creating a Windows application ordinarily requires you to write lengthy and complex code. But Visual Basic 2005 relieves you of this task. Instead, it enables you to create the application and its components literally with the click of a button or menu item. It even writes all of the necessary code to get the application started for you. You can view and even fine-tune the code, but it spares you a lot of the grunt work. While Visual Basic 2005 helps you write a Windows application, you still need to write code and be able to plan your application. This course will show you how. You'll learn the building blocks of programming, including using variables, control structures, and loops. You'll find out how to use the large function library built into Visual Basic 2005, including the .NET Framework, as well as how to write and use your own functions. You'll learn how to use the large and varied library of controls Windows offers. And you'll learn how to access files and handle errors. Since Windows applications are event-driven and everything in Visual Basic 2005 is treated as a programmable object, you'll also learn about event-driven and object-oriented programming, concepts important not just in Visual Basic, but also in other programming languages you may want to learn in the future.  REQUIREMENTS: Visual Basic 2005 (free Express version can be downloaded from Microsoft); Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: Please be sure to install this software on your computer before the course begins. This course is not suitable for Macintosh users.

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Visual Basic 2005 Intermediate
Why is Visual Basic the most widely used programming language for creating Windows applications? Because it's easier to learn and faster to use than most other programming languages. If you're a Visual Basic programmer who wants to go beyond the introductory level to create the sophisticated and powerful programs business users need, this course is for you. You'll learn the in-demand programming skills you need to get new work in the business world, with a specific emphasis on database applications. You'll begin your studies by discovering how to enrich the graphical user interface with custom menus and toolbars. You'll then explore multiple form applications, starting with built-in dialog controls, and then turning to helper forms and Multiple Document Interface applications. After that, you'll gain a better understanding of databases. You'll find out how to access and modify data with data-bound controls, ADO .NET, and Structured Query Language (SQL). And we'll finish up with a survey of other areas you might be interested in studying, including information on additional SQL functionality, Web applications, and XML.  REQUIREMENTS: Completion of Introduction to Visual Basic 2005 (or equivalent experience); Microsoft Windows Vista, 2003, XP or 2000; An installed copy of Visual Basic 2005 (the free Express Edition is acceptable for this course); Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader).

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Visual Basic 2008 Intro
Visual Basic is the most widely used programming language for creating Windows applications. It's very easy to learn because, unlike other programming languages, Visual Basic uses keywords that closely resemble English. Creating a Windows application ordinarily requires you to write lengthy and complex code. But Visual Basic 2008 relieves you of this task. It enables you to create an application and its components literally with the click of a button or menu item. It even writes all of the necessary code to get the application started for you. You can view and fine-tune the code, but it spares you a lot of the grunt work. While the Visual Basic programming language helps you write a Windows application, you still need to write code and be able to plan your application. This course will show you how. You'll learn the building blocks of programming, including using variables, control structures, and loops. You'll find out how to use the large function library built into Visual Basic 2008, including the .NET Framework, as well as how to write and use your own functions. You'll learn how to use the large and varied library of controls Windows offers. And you'll learn how to access files and handle errors. Since Windows applications are event-driven and everything in Visual Basic 2008 is treated as a programmable object, you'll also find out about event-driven and object-oriented programming, concepts important not just in Visual Basic, but also in other programming languages you may want to learn in the future.  REQUIREMENTS: Visual Basic 2008, free Express edition (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); Computer with Windows XP, Vista, Server 2003 or Server 2008; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: this course is not suitable for Macintosh users. Prior programming education or experience is not a prerequisite.

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Visual Basic 2008 Intermediate
Why is Visual Basic the most widely used programming language for creating Windows applications? Because it's easier to learn and faster to use than most other programming languages. If you're a VB programmer who wants to go beyond the introductory level to create the sophisticated and powerful programs business users need, this course is for you. As we focus on database applications, you'll learn the in-demand programming skills you need to get new work in the business world. We'll begin by discussing how to enrich the graphical user interface with custom menus and toolbars. Next, we'll explore multiple form applications, starting with built-in dialog controls, and then turning to helper forms and Multiple Document Interface applications. After that, we'll deepen your understanding of databases. You'll find out how to access and modify data with data-bound controls, ADO .NET, and Structured Query Language (SQL). And we'll finish up with a survey of other areas you might be interested in studying, including information on additional SQL functionality, Web applications, and XML.  REQUIREMENTS: Visual Basic 2008, free Express edition (software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins); Computer with Windows XP, Vista, Server 2003 or Server 2008; Internet access, e-mail, the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser, and the Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins (two free and simple downloads you obtain at http://www.adobe.com/downloads by clicking Get Adobe Flash Player and Get Adobe Reader). Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users. Prior programming education or experience is not a prerequisite.

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