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Adobe PhotoShop Basics Fee: $109 each
Create amazing, high impact images using the industry standard digital imaging software, Adobe® Photoshop®. Learn the basics of creating and manipulating complex images and how to utilize the powerful tools that have placed Adobe® Photoshop® at the pinnacle of user friendly digital imaging.

Wed, Apr 23; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 446TX.208; Canceled
Mon, May 5; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 505TX.208; Register Online
Wed, May 14; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 517TX.208; Register Online
Fri, May 16; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 520TX.208; Register Online
 

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Adobe PhotoShop Intermediate Fee: $109 each
Now that you are somewhat familiar with the PhotoShop interface, build some new skills and learn new tools. PhotoShop let’s amateurs edit and enhance photographs like a pro. Enhance digital photos and other images to make them more fun or more effective for your business.

Tue, Apr 15; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 417TX.108; Canceled
 

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Digital Photography Basics Fee: $109 each
Now that you have a digital camera, begin to unlock its full potential. Bring your camera to class and we can explore its features and show you how to transfer and save the photos to your computer and even correct common flaws in photographs. Even photos not taken with a digital camera can be touched up and restored, we’ll show you how!

Sat, Apr 12; 9am-12pm; Course # 415TX.108; Canceled
Sun, Apr 20; 9am-12pm; Course # 426TX.108; Canceled
Wed, Apr 30; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 450TX.108; Register Online
Sat, May 10; 9am-12pm; Course # 512TX.208; Register Online
Wed, May 21; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 525TX.208; Register Online
 

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E-mail & Internet Basics Fee: $109 each
The Internet has opened up a virtually unlimited supply of information and avenues to explore. However, for every benefit, an issue arises that makes many individuals reluctant to use the Internet and E-mail to its full potential. Learning the basics of how the Internet and e-mail operates is one of the first steps to opening the door to the brave new world of digital communication.

Sun, Apr 27; 9am-12pm; Course # 433TX.108; Canceled
Mon, Apr 28; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 449TX.108; Register Online
Fri, May 9; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 511TX.208; Register Online
 

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Google AdWords (Specialty Course: Fee: $199 each)
Drive business to your website! Learn how easy it is to use Google AdWords to position your website in front of 80% of Internet users and increase qualified lead traffic on your site. See how Google AdWords can help drive qualified customers to your informational or ecommerce web site and learn how easy it is to maximize your Internet Marketing!

Topics Include:

• Basics of Google/Search Engines
• What happens when a search is conducted
• Search results – paid vs. organic
• Basics of SEO (cursory)/How Web-crawlers work
• Google AdWords PPC marketing
• Overview of cost involved
• System/website requirements
• Creating an account
• Configuring account
• Pay per click/ Pay per Impression (view)
• Campaigns/Ads
• Selecting keywords/Keyword research
• Setting budget – per keyword/phrase
• Targeting Audience
  • Geographic
  • Time of Day
• Reporting
• Tracking conversions

Prerequisites: Assumes limited or no experience with E-Mail and/or the Internet but a basic computer background is required.

Fri, Apr 18; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 424TX.108; Canceled
 

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MS Access Basics Fee: $109 each
MS Access is THE Office database management program. Improve the way you organize, access, and share information. Access 2003 is easier than ever for everyone in your organization to use. Learn the basics of creating and using database files and objects to help you use data and work more productively.

Thu, Apr 24; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 431TX.108; Canceled
 

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MS Access Intermediate Fee: $109 each
Improve the way you organize, access, and share information. Take your data to the next level by creating relationships and formatting information to create data that is easier to read and analyze.

Tue, Apr 29; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 435TX.108; Canceled
 

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MS Excel 2007 Basics Fee: $109 each
Discover the new power of Excel 2007 puts at your fingertips. Experience the convenience of the new interface and explore the ways in which Excel has improved and increased its capability.

Mon, Apr 14; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 438TX.108; Register Online
Thu, Apr 17; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 421TX.108; Canceled
Wed, May 14; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 516TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS Excel Basics Fee: $109 each
Excel is a powerful spreadsheet application for organizing, calculating, summarizing, and presenting data. Excel involves a bit of a learning curve, but you’ll find that your experience with other Windows applications helps you get the hang of things quickly.

Wed, Apr 9; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 410TX.108; Canceled
Mon, Apr 14; 9am-12pm; Course # 416TX.108; Canceled
Wed, Apr 16; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 439TX.108; Register Online
Mon, Apr 28; 9am-12pm; Course # 453TX.108; Register Online
Fri, May 2; 9am-12pm; Course # 501TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS Excel Intermediate Fee: $109 each
Entering data is only half the battle. Now make the information shine by adding color and graphics. Insert charts and graphs that make the data easier to read and interpret.

Mon, Apr 14; 9am-12pm; Course # 416TX.108; Canceled
Wed, Apr 23; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 446TX.208; Register Online
Mon, Apr 28; 9am-12pm; Course # 434TX.108; Canceled
Sat, May 3; 9am-12pm; Course # 503TX.208; Register Online
Fri, May 16; 9am-12pm; Course # 519TX.208; Register Online
Mon, May 19; 9am-12pm; Course # 522TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS Excel Advanced Fee: $109 each
Begin to explore Excel’s muscle! Power your way through data and find what you need quickly and efficiently. Excel has the commonly untapped resources you need to use your data to get you the information you need, when you need it!

Fri, Apr 18; 9am-12pm; Course # 423TX.108; Canceled
Fri, Apr 18; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 441TX.108; Canceled
Fri, Apr 25; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 432TX.108; Register Online
Sat, May 17; 9am-12pm; Course # 521TX.208; Register Online
Fri, May 30; 9am-12pm; Course # 528TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS Outlook 2007 Basics Fee: $109 each
Outlook 2007 keeps the basic traditional interface of the Outlook email software that has become a standard for business time management. See the differences and new features that make Outlook easier than ever to use.

Fri, Apr 11; 9am-12pm; Course # 413TX.108; Canceled
Fri, May 9; 9am-12pm; Course # 510TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS Outlook Basics Fee: $109 each
Need a personal assistant? Outlook is your answer. Outlook is more than just an e-mail program. Integrated features help you manage both your personal and professional lives. Outlook's features, including an appointment Calendar, Contacts list, Tasks list, and automatic reminders, help you become more organized and more productive at home and at the office.

Wed, Apr 16; 9am-12pm; Course # 419TX.108; Canceled
Wed, Apr 16; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 439TX.108; Canceled
 

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MS Outlook Intermediate Fee: $109 each
Now that you have learned about the basic features Outlook has to offer, put them to work for you. Use automated processes and file management to make sure you don't leave contacts guessing why they haven't heard from you. Also, don't risk losing all of those contacts and messages you've collected over the years: back up that precious data!

Tue, Apr 22; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 428TX.108; Canceled
Sat, Apr 26; 9am-12pm; Course # 448TX.108; Register Online
Mon, May 12; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 514TX.208; Register Online
Wed, May 21; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 524TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS PowerPoint Basics Fee: $109 each
PowerPoint is presentation for the 21st century. Overhead transparencies were a great leap forward, but the next leap is PowerPoint. Make a greater impact on clients and supervisors, or just turn those digital photos into a fun slideshow with multimedia accents.

Wed, Apr 9; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 409TX.108; Canceled
Sat, Apr 19; 9am-12pm; Course # 442TX.108; Register Online
Wed, Apr 23; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 445TX.108; Register Online
Wed, May 7; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 507TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS PowerPoint Intermediate Fee: $109 each
Now that Basic PowerPoint training is done, it’s time to apply and expand on what you’ve learned. Incorporate different media from file and other Office applications like Word and Excel and use time-saving techniques that lighten the work load. Check out different presentation methods and add more life to your presentations with multimedia.

Wed, Apr 16; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 420TX.108; Register Online
 

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MS Project Basics Fee: $109 each
Whether you manage projects independently or need a solution to align people and the objectives of your organization, Microsoft Office Project 2003 is the right solution to meet your project management needs. Prerequisites: Assumes limited or no experience with Project, but a basic computing background and familiarity with Windows is required.
Topics Include:

• Starting a New Project
• Define General Working Times
• Views
• Tasks
• Linking Tasks
• Resources
• Human Resources
• Equipment Resources
• Material Resources
• Resource Pay Rates/Cost

Watch for our Fall 2008 offerings

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MS Publisher Basics Fee: $109 each
A complete business publishing and marketing materials solution, Publisher 2003 can help you reach out to customers. With Publisher 2003, it's easier than ever to design, create, and publish professional marketing and communication materials in-house. Create personal publications using an expanded collection of templates, including personal stationery sets and professionally-designed greeting cards and invitations.

Mon, May 19; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 523TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS Windows Vista Basics Fee: $109 each
See what's new in the Microsoft Windows Vista Operating System. See the basic differences and familiarize yourself with the things that have changed and what has remained the same.

Mon, May 5; 9am-12pm; Course # 504TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS Windows XP Basics Fee: $109 each
Although many people use Windows-based computers everyday, a surprising number don’t really understand how Windows works. The typical user learns what is necessary to get by, but is afraid to make a mistake and “break something”. Overcome that fear and learn some of the basics that even many everyday users don’t know. Also, learn what files should be regularly backed up, and which files are replaceable.

Mon, Apr 14; 9am-12pm; Course # 416TX.108; Register Online
Wed, Apr 23; 9am-12pm; Course # 429TX.108; Canceled
Wed, Apr 23; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 445TX.108; Canceled
Wed, May 28; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 527TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS Word 2007 Basics Fee: $109 each
Word 2007 incorporates the new Ribbon Graphical User Interface developed for the Office 2007 system. Become familiar with the new control methods and see where they have positioned your favorite commands.

Mon, Apr 21; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 444TX.108; Register Online
Fri, May 2; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 502TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS Word Basics Fee: $109 each
Microsoft Word helps you make the simplest document look professional. Create more effective documents that incorporate both text and graphics, and generate layouts that get your message across effectively.

Fri, Apr 11; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 414TX.108; Canceled
Fri, Apr 18; 9am-12pm; Course # 440TX.108; Canceled
wed, May 7; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 508TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS Word Intermediate Fee: $109 each
Now that you have the basics down, move on to more powerful features that help you refine documents. Learn time-saving techniques that simplify the writing and formatting processes and see how easily Office applications work in conjunction with each other.

Mon, Apr 21; 9am-12pm; Course # 443TX.108; Register Online
Mon, May 12; 9am-12pm; Course # 513TX.208; Register Online
 

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MS Word Advanced Fee: $109 each
Get more from your Word documents and use some of the expert features to make your documents more useful. Using fields and protection options help to automatically keep documents up to date no matter how many changes you make. Updating and maintaining documents is a snap once you explore the features that Word offers. Advanced tools let you add reference tables and protection to your documents that help you create forms and more user-friendly files.
Prerequisite: This workshop is intended as a follow-up to the Word Intermediate. An Intermediate level of experience in MS Word and comfort with Windows is expected.

Thu, Apr 24; 9am-12pm; Course # 430TX.108; Canceled
Fri, Apr 25; 9am-12pm; Course # 447TX.108; Register Online
Wed, May 28; 1:30-4:30pm; Course # 526TX.208; Register Online
 

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QuickBooks 1: Introduction (Basics) Fee: $65 each
Understand how QuickBooks can benefit your business operations, learn how to set up your company, create a streamlined chart of accounts, and the basic skills of bookkeeping for computerized accounting. 

Tue, May 6; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 506TX.208; Register Online
 

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QuickBooks 2: Managing Revenue & Banking Fee: $65 each
Make your business more cohesive by being consistent when recording money in an out, maximize the power of item lists, understand the benefits of invoicing, and receiving payments. 

Thu, Apr 10; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 412TX.108; Register Online
Thu, May 8; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 509TX.208; Register Online
 

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QuickBooks 3: Accounts Payable, Inventory & Financial Statements Fee: $65 each
You really can do it all for your small business, learn how to manage business expenses by entering and paying bills, setting up an inventory system, using and understanding financial statements. 

Tue, Apr 15; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 418TX.108; Register Online
Tue, May 13; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 515TX.208; Register Online
 

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QuickBooks 4: Payroll & Time Tracking Fee: $65 each
Save your business some time and money by learning how to maximize the ability to set up a payroll system, estimating jobs, and tracking time on jobs. 

Thu, Apr 17; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 422TX.108; Register Online
Thu, May 15; 5:30-8:30pm; Course # 518TX.208; Register Online
 

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