Operating Systems
ITT116

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to install, configure, and maintain DOS, Windows, and Linux/Unix-based operating systems.
CRN# 20874, 20959, 20875, 21251

Microcomputers - Microsoft Word
CIS130

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 45
This course will introduce participants to one of the most popular word processing tools, Microsoft Word. Students will study the content associated with Microsoft. Specifically, entering and editing text, using tables and columns, styles and templates, outlines, headers and footers, file management, and print options will be studied.
Computer requirements: Office 2007.
CRN# 20746, 21482, 20861, 21007, 21746

Microcomputers - Microsoft Excel
CIS131

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 45
This course will introduce participants to one of the most popular spreadsheet tools, Microsoft Excel. Specifically, entering and editing data, using formulas and functions, formatting worksheets, charts, graphic objects, file management, and print options will be studied.
Computer requirements: Office 2007.
CRN# 20747, 20947, 21008, 21747, 21748

Microsoft Office I
BCL130

Sessions: 15; Hours: 45
Microsoft Office I introduces students to the microcomputer and its use in business and industry. The main topics are word processing and presentation software in the Windows environment. The students will also be using an electronic mail application. The skills learned in this course will enable students to complete assignments and projects required in other courses more productively.
CRN# 21777

Microsoft Office II
BCL131

Sessions: 15; Hours: 45
This course introduces students to the spreadsheet and database applications in the Windows environment. The students will be using electronic mail and will be introduced to the basics of Internet search engines. The skills learned in this course will enable the students to more productively complete assignments and projects required in other courses and in the workplace.
CRN# 21778

Microcomputers - Microsoft Access
CIS132

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 45
After an introduction to database concepts and the theory of data structures, students are required to design, develop, and implement database management systems using Microsoft Access 2007. The course is hands-on and leads the novice database user through the basics of database creation, data query, and report generation.
Computer requirements: Office 2007.
CRN# 21014, 20748, 20862, 21779

Microcomputers - Presentation Graphics
APP176

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 30
This course introduces participants to the design and presentation of professional presentations and slide shows using Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows. Techniques in screen design using special editing features and wizards will be used to enhance your presentation. You will learn to add organization charts, graphs and clip art. Participants will also gain a complete understanding of the toolbars and menus.
CRN# 21013, 20740, 20853, 20914, 21780

Simply Accounting
ACC154

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 45
This course is designed to add to your basic knowledge of accounting and to provide the automated skills necessary to set up and record accounting transactions. This course is specifically designed to build proficiency in Simply Accounting. Participants will set up and maintain books for a sample company.
Computer requirements (for online delivery only): Simply Accounting 2008 Pro. Students are responsible to supply their own copy of the software. The course textbook contains a CD-ROM with a free student version of the software, or students may purchase it in most retail outlets selling software.
CRN# 20681, 21736, 21737, 21738, 20626

Programming in Java
CIS162

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 40
This course provides the beginning programmer with a guide to developing applications and applets using the Java programming language. Java provides an excellent environment for students to build programs while learning the basics of structured and object-oriented programming techniques. This course covers object-oriented programming concepts including: creating and using classes and methods, loop structures, string method, If/then/else, JOptionPane Class, arrays, and creating basic Java Applets. Software: JAVA SDK, JAVA IDE - both free downloads. Prerequisite: Introduction to computers or equivalent; programming experience is an asset.
CRN# 21782

Visual Basic Introduction
CIS156

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 56
Visual Basic is one of the most popular programming languages for Windows. This course will develop basic programming skills in an event-driven programming environment. The use of properties, methods and event procedures will be used throughout the course in increasingly sophisticated projects. Programming fundamentals will be introduced, including variables, constants, calculations, decisions and procedures.
CRN# 21781

Introduction to Microcomputers
ITT112

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 24
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify and describe microcomputer technologies as a foundation for supporting, servicing, and troubleshooting microcomputer systems.
CRN# 20762, 20872, 20926, 21783

Microcomputer Applications
ITT114

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 36
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to install and use basic microcomputer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, database and graphics presentation applications.
CRN# 20763, 20873, 20958, 21784

Operating Systems
ITT116

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to install, configure, and maintain DOS, Windows, and Linux/Unix-based operating systems.
CRN# 20874, 20959, 20875, 21251

Basic Electrical and Electronics
ITT118

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 36
Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice will be able to use the basics of electrical and electronic theory to identify, inspect, and test electrical and electronic components of microcomputers.
CRN# 20764, 20960, 20876, 20788

Desktop Platforms
ITT120

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to install, configure, and upgrade desktop platforms including internal and external peripherals and various internal cards.
CRN# 20765, 20961, 20877, 21785

Mobile Platform
ITT121

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 24
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify mobile platforms as well as to install, configure, and upgrade notebooks, including internal and external peripherals and various internal cards.
CRN# 20766, 20878, 20962, 21786

Basic Network Systems
ITT122

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 51
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to implement a peer-to-peer network, operate equipment that is connected in local area networks, and define basic concepts related to local and wide-area networks using appropriate hardware.
CRN# 20767, 20879, 20963, 21787

Health and Safety Practices
ITT124

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 12
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify the requirements for compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations and specifications as well as occupational health and safety procedures.
CRN# 20768, 20964, 20880, 21788

Documentation
ITT126

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 24
Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice will be able to create and maintain documentation including a reference library, product warranty information and online help documentation.
CRN# 20769, 20965, 20881, 21789

Customer Service and Professionalism
ITT128

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 24
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to act professionally with, and provide quality assistance to, customers, colleagues, supervisors, and industry, according to established policies, procedures, and standards.
CRN# 20770, 20966, 20882, 21790

Troubleshooting Microcomputers
ITT130

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 45
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to troubleshoot microcomputer systems using problem-solving techniques. It is recommended that students take this course last.
CRN# 20771, 20957, 20883, 21791

HTML Level I
CEA242

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 40
Students will learn some of the most important topics of HTML, from the basics of creating web pages with graphics and links, using tables, and controlling page layout with frames, to more advanced topics including cascading style sheets, adding pre-written JavaScript to HTML documents, creating a multimedia web page, and creating a Web page with forms.
CRN# 21648

HTML Level II
CEA243

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 40
Applying your knowledge of HTML and Web page design, this course covers Dynamic HTML. Topics covered include Cascading Style Sheets, controlling content dynamically, positioning with DHTML, implementing advanced DHTML features, and structuring data with XML. Prerequisite: CEA242
CRN# 21151

FrontPage Introduction
CEA245

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 30
Create Web pages and learn the fundamental aspects of web page design using MS FrontPage. You will be introduced to HTML, FrontPage Explorer, FrontPage Editor, and graphic manipulation, and will learn to apply these to fundamental marketing and design concepts.
CRN# 21152

Dreamweaver - Introduction
CEA371

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 30
This course will provide an introduction to Dreamweaver including: understanding and customizing the DW working environment, creating sites and documents, linking and navigation, site management, typography, images, tables, using layers, using frames, and creating forms. Advanced topics will include CSS (cascading style sheets), rollovers and behaviours. Knowledge of HTML is recommended.
CRN# 21153

Dreamweaver - Advanced
CEA372

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 30
Curriculum is designed for the serious or professional web page designer. Concepts explored include search engine placement, working with templates, JavaScript and behaviours, Custom Cascading Styles, three-part rollovers, using library items, extending Dreamweaver, and much more. Prerequisite: CEA371.
CRN# 20850

Active Server Pages
CEA341

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 48
Active Server Pages (ASP) enables you to generate dynamic HTML pages and speed up client-server transactions. Many data-driven features of websites, including discussion boards, chat rooms, shopping carts, web store catalogues, online banking, and pages individually tailored to a specific user, can be accomplished quickly and easily with ASP. In this course, you will learn about the ASP object model, ASP Objects, including the Response, Request, Session, Application and Server Objects.
CRN# 20007

JavaScript
CEA340

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
Students will learn how to add various JavaScript enhancements to Web sites. Students will be introduced to the JavaScript programming language and concepts by adding enhancements to a multi-page website.
CRN# 21792

Flash - An Introduction
CEA523

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 30
This introductory course will cover the following objectives: Flash vs. Shockwave, interface basics, drawing and painting, working with objects, using type, importing artwork, working with layers, working with symbols and instances, creating animation, adding interactivity, working with sound, publishing and exporting to HTML, and self-contained movies.
CRN# 21613

Word - Introduction
APP241

Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
Participants will learn the basics of entering and editing text, moving and copying text, and setting page layout options. Other features such as search and replace, spell check and thesaurus will also be examined. Participants will customize their work by using special print and font features. This course includes a combination of class and independent study hours.
CRN# 20920

Excel - Introduction
APP242

Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
Participants will complete a variety of assignments for budgeting and financial analysis, and learn how easy it is to display information graphically using this powerful tool. If you’ve ever thought of tracking home expenses, business income, or gas mileage, or even setting up a hockey pool on your computer, this workshop will show you how. This course includes a combination of class and independent study hours.
CRN# 21722

Excel - Intermediate
APP183

Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
This workshop will focus on two of the most important abilities of this spreadsheet package: handling data and creating charts. Specifically participants will learn to create, modify and print many different charts including line graphs, pie charts and column charts. Participants will also examine how to input, edit, and sort information, and create reports by filtering the data and using the subtotals feature. This course includes a combination of class and independent study hours.
CRN# 20002

Excel - Advanced
APP166

Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
If you wish to take advantage of the more advanced features of this powerful spreadsheet package, then this workshop is for you. This workshop will explore such features as customizing toolbars, creating styles and templates, pivot tables, linking files and worksheets, solver, sheet protection and locking cells, and recording macros to automate common tasks. This course includes a combination of class and independent study hours.
CRN# 21158

PowerPoint - Introduction
APP243

Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
This workshop will guide participants through the creation of an effective presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. This includes adding and modifying charts and graphs, adding and editing graphics, manipulating and enhancing objects, creating and editing outlines, creating slide shows and working with slide formats, and printing presentation pages, handouts, notes, and overheads. This course includes a combination of class and independent study hours.
CRN# 21248

Access - Introduction
APP247

Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
Throughout this workshop, participants will design a functional database by applying an understanding of data field types. Participants will create, customize and enhance forms, input data, edit records and maintain the integrity of the database, execute simple queries in order to extract information from the database, and learn to route output to both the screen and the printer. This course includes a combination of class and independent study hours.
CRN# 21723

Microsoft Outlook
CEA064

Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
This course provides you with the necessary skills to customize your Outlook environment, your calendar and your mail messages so that they meet your specific needs. You will also learn how to track, share, assign and quickly locate various Outlook items.
CRN# 21686

Microsoft Project
CEA752

Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
Microsoft Project is a tool that can assist in planning and managing projects. This course covers the critical skills necessary to create and modify a project plan file that contains tasks, resources, and resource assignments. Students will create a project plan file containing tasks, organize these tasks in a work breakdown structure containing task relationships, create and assign resources required for task completion, and finalize the project to implement the project plan. This course includes a combination of class and independent study hours.
CRN# 21793

Office 2007
CEA100

Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
This course is designed to bring existing users up to speed on the new layout and new features of Microsoft Office 2007. Take advantage of enhanced features for improving the management, organization, and distribution of your information. In this course, the focus is broad enough to cover file management and related issues. At the same time, its focus is narrow enough to prepare specifically for the new and increased features available in the new version of the software.
CRN# 21714

One Note
CEA495

Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
Computers are frequently used to create, organize, and share your notes and information with others; you can also enhance the content to suit your purpose. In this course, you will use Microsoft Office OneNote 2007 to create different kinds of notes. You will also organize, locate, and share information using OneNote 2007.
CRN# 21794