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COMPUTER TRAINING SEMINARS

Participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion
All computer training seminars are taught by VKG Associates Inc.
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Computer Literacy

Introduction to Personal Computers
.9 CEUs – 9 hrs – Act 48 Approved
Take this hands-on introductory seminar to discover the world of computers. You will learn the basics and background of personal computers and computer terminology, the many uses for a computer, essential commands and how to navigate in the Windows Operating Systems.
No previous knowledge needed.
DATE: Mondays, September 8 – 22
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $130
HOURS: 9  TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Introduction to Windows Vista – 1.2 CEUs
12 hrs – Act 48 Approved
This is an introductory hands-on seminar to teach you to identify Windows elements within the operating system. Topics include, switching between open windows, accessing programs using the start menu, using the mouse, opening and closing the windows application, sizing and arranging windows and file management. Prerequisite: Introduction To Personal Computers or equivalent.
DATE: Tuesdays, September 2 – 23    
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm                      
FEE: $140
HOURS: 12  TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Troubleshooting Your PC – .6 CEUs – 6 hrs
Act 48 Approved
If you are feeling challenged because your computer constantly “acts up”, take a deep breath and realize there are solutions. Learn how to properly troubleshoot and maintain your PC, understand how your PC works and ultimately ease some of your anxieties.
DATE: Thursdays, September 4 & 11
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $90
HOURS: 6
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Word Processing

Microsoft Word 2007 – An Introduction
1.2 CEUs – 12 hrs – Act 48 Approved
2007 VERSION!
By learning this powerful program, you can save time with your most difficult word processing assignments. You will learn how to create a simple document, save and print a document, work with text, format text, work with headers and footers, check spelling and grammar as you type, use the auto corrections option, and manage your documents. Knowledge of Windows is essential.
DATE: Mondays, September 29 – October 20
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $195
HOURS: 12
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Microsoft Word 2007 – Beyond the Basics
.9 CEUs – 9 hrs – Act 48 Approved
2007 VERSION!
Move beyond the basics to streamline tasks by indenting and using tab stops, inserting newspaper columns, inserting graphics and adding watermarks, creating and modifying tables and charts, creating envelopes and employing revision tools.
DATE: Mondays, October 27 – November 10
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $155
HOURS: 9
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Small Business Accounting

Quickbooks Pro 2008 – Introduction
1.2 CEUs – 12 hrs – Act 48 Approved
2008 VERSION!
Learn to computerize your business. This hands-on approach to accounting procedures and setting up a company, including payables, receivables, invoicing and report preparation will streamline the operation of any small business.
DATE: Tuesdays, October 28 – November 18
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $195
HOURS: 12
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Quickbooks Pro 2008 – Beyond the Basics
.9 CEUs – 9 hrs – Act 48 Approved
2008 VERSION!
Expand your knowledge in learning how to customize forms and letters, and work with credit card transactions, assets, liability and equity accounts. You will create and customize reports and graphs as well as track and pay sales tax, manage payroll, and more in keeping tabs on the financial health of your business.
DATE: Tuesdays, November 25 –  December 9   TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $155
HOURS: 9
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Spreadsheets

Microsoft Excel 2007 – An Introduction
1.2 CEUs – 12 hrs – Act 48 Approved
2007 VERSION!
Excel is a software application involving numbers. You can use Excel for budgeting, sales and forecasting. You will explore how this package can be used as a spreadsheet, database, or graphing program. You will work on formatting and editing spreadsheets, creating formulas and functions, generating charts, and printing. You will also learn how to preview spreadsheets. Knowledge of Windows is essential.
DATE: Wednesdays, October 29 – November 19
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $195
HOURS: 12
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Microsoft Excel 2007 – Beyond the Basics
 .9 CEUs – 9 hrs – Act 48 Approved
2007 VERSION!
You will further your knowledge by learning to name a range of cells, create various functions and sort data, format worksheets, insert objects in spreadsheets, and use Excel with the web.
DATE: Wednesdays, November 26 –
December 10         
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $155
HOURS: 9
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Presentation

Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 – .9 CEUs 
9 hrs – Act 48 Approved 2007 VERSION!
Microsoft PowerPoint enables users to create high-impact, dynamic presentations quickly. From the use of graphics, pre-designed templates and formatting capabilities, PowerPoint helps you create great-looking presentations.
DATE: Wednesdays, October 1 – 15
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $155
HOURS: 9
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Desktop Publishing

Microsoft Publisher 2007 – 1.2 CEUs – 12hrs Act 48 Approved 2007 VERSION!
Microsoft Office Publisher helps you create, personalize and share a wide range of publications and marketing materials in-house. This workshop guides you through the process of creating and distributing in print, Web, and e-mail so you can build your brand, manage customer lists, and track your marketing campaigns – all in-house.
DATE: Thursdays, October 2 – 23
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $195
HOURS: 12
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Internet

Microsoft Outlook 2007 – 1.2 CEUs  – 12 hrs
Act 48 Approved 2007 VERSION!
Use Microsoft Office Outlook to provide an integrated solution for managing your time and information, connecting across boundaries, and remaining in control of the information that reaches you. Office Outlook allows you to quickly search your communications, organize your work, and better share your information with others – all from one location.
DATE: Thursdays, October 30 – November  20
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $155
HOURS: 12
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

eBay – .9 CEUs – 9 hrs – Act 48 Approved
NEW COURSE!
Interested in selling or buying items online? This workshop will introduce you to eBay, which is one of the most dynamic market places online. Learn how to register for online selling and buying, set up a PayPal account, participate in bidding for items online, and get tips for online buying.
DATE: Mondays, November 17 – December 1
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $110
HOURS: 9
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)

Internet Safety for Parents – .6 CEUs – 6 hrs
Act 48 Approved NEW COURSE!
Minimize the potential risks of being online by learning the imperative basics of internet safety. This workshop will provide the necessary tools, education and resources needed to understand what your children are accessing and how to implement safe internet navigation.
DATE: Saturdays, October 4 – 18
TIME: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
FEE: $60
HOURS: 6
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED (Purchased the first night of class from the instructor.)
The following computer workshops are taught by Manor College Faculty.

Photography

Digital Photography
Would you like to know how to get the most out of your digital images? Do you want to know more about using your digital camera? Learn how to use the latest imaging software to resize, recolor and get your images ready to put on the web, e-mail to friends or relatives or make into cards and print out through your printer. We will also discuss printers and software options for use on your home computer. Bring your digital camera to class along with cables and software needed to load your images as well as any photo CD you wish to use. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of computer operation.
DATE: Wednesdays, September 3  & 10
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $99
HOURS: 6
INSTRUCTOR: Mary Croke, M.F.A.

Adobe Photoshop CS2
Wish you could do more with your digital photographs? Looking to move beyond just fixing red eye and want to really be creative? Photoshop works with any photography to change the look or add special effects. You can make your own greeting cards or make pages or collages for your scrapbook. A scanner to convert printed photographs to digital images will be available. We will also cover repairing damaged photographs and digitally painting black and white images. Bring your digital or traditional photographs to class. Digital photographs can be on a CD or still in the camera. If you are bringing your camera, be sure to bring your camera’s software CD and cable for connecting to the computer. Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of the PC and e-mail.
DATE: Wednesdays, September 17 & 24
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
FEE: $105
HOURS: 6
INSTRUCTOR: Mary Croke, M.F.A.