CRN# 10602, 10603, 10604, 10605
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
Upon successful completion this course, students will be able to install, configure, and maintain DOS, Windows, and Linux/Unix-based operating systems.

CRN# 10473, 10474, 10475, 10476, 10477
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# 10478, 10479, 10480, 10481, 10482
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# 10606
Sessions: 14; 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# 10607
Sessions: 14; 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# 10608, 10609, 10610, 10611
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# 10612, 10613
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 30
Designed to introduce 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# 10440, 10441, 10442, 10443, 10444
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.

CRN# 10614
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# 10615
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: Introductory computer course and programming experience is an asset.

CRN# 10616, 10617, 10618, 10619
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# 10620, 10621, 10622, 10623
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# 10602, 10603, 10604, 10605
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# 10624, 10625, 10626, 10627
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# 10628, 10629, 10630, 10631
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# 10632, 10633, 10634, 10635
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# 10636, 10637, 10638, 10639
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# 10640, 10641, 10642, 10643
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# 10644, 10645, 10646, 10647
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# 10648, 10649, 10650, 10651
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# 10652, 10653, 10654, 10655
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# 10656, 10657, 10658, 10659
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# 10660, 10661, 10662, 10663
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# 10664
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# 10665
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# 10666
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# 10667
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 Object. Prerequisite: CEA340.

CRN# 10668
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
Students will learn how to add various JavaScript enhancements to websites. Students will be introduced to the JavaScript programming language and concepts by adding enhancements to a multi-page website.

CRN# 10669
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# 10670
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.

CRN# 10671
Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
This second-level workshop will teach participants to create, modify and perform calculations in tables, use styles, create letter and fax templates, perform a mail merge and create, run and edit simple macros.

CRN# 10672
Sessions: 2; Hours: 18
This workshop allows participants to take full advantage of the special features of Microsoft Word. Specific topics include advanced techniques for working with styles, creating and using templates and forms, using clip art and WordArt, creating a master document, table of contents and index, and enhancing document layout.

CRN# 10673
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.

CRN# 10674
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.

CRN# 10675
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. Prerequisite: APP183.

CRN# 10676
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.

CRN# 10677
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.