Upcoming IT Academy Courses
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Child Development Associate II (WSMCE 3232.C20)
This second 60 hours of the CDA program will prepare you to take the national CDA assessment, and will focus on Planning a Safe, Healthy, Learning Environment; Observation of Young Children; Working with Families; and Program Management. This program is non-sequential; CDA Part I is not required to register for this course.
Hybrid Online starting June 17th, tuition $355 (Required orientation at Newtown Campus, Mon, 6/17, 6:30-9:30 pm,
plus two additional onsite classes 7/15 & 8/19)
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 Network Infrastructure (WITAC 1082.C01)
Don't be left behind! It is time to certify/recertify! You will learn to configure IP addressing, routing and IPsec; configure name resolution by using Domain Name System (DNS); configure remote and wireless network access; configure Network Access Protection (NAP); configure file and print services; and monitor and manage a network infrastructure. Prerequisites: you have taken the Windows Server 2008 Active Directory course WITAC 1081 or you have a basic understanding of Windows server oeprating systems and common internet technologies. You will learn the following skills: Understanding and Configuring TCP/IP, Configuring Name Resolution, Configuring a DNS Zone Infrastructure, Creating a DHCP Infrastructure, Configuring IP Routing, Protecting Network Traffic with IPsec, Connecting to Networks, Configuring Windows Firewall and Network Access Protection, Managing Software Updates, Monitoring Computers, Managing Files and Printers. This course prepare you for the Microsoft Exam 70-642: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring.
Tuesday & Thursday evenings starting June 18th at the Newtown campus, Tuition $950.
Signing Agent Training (WSBEN 0131.C01)
Notary Signing Agents are currently-commissioned Notaries Public with specialized training to assist in the closing of real estate transactions. Learn how the loan and escrow processes work, what lenders and borrowers expect from a signing agent, and the step-by-step procedures for executing loan documents. Prerequisite: You must already be a Notary.
Saturday's starting June 22nd 8:30am-12:30pm at the Newtown campus, Tuition $155
Cisco CCNA Network Security (WITAC 1016.C01)
The Cisco CNA Security curriculum provides a next step for individuals who want to enhance their CCNA-level skill set and help meet the growing demand for network security professionals. The curriculum provides an introduction to the core security concepts and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network devices to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices. CCNA Security helps prepare students for entry-level security career opportunities and the globally recognized Cisco CCNA Security certification.
This course is a hands-on, career-oriented e-learning solution with an emphasis on practical experience to help you develop specialized security skills, along with critical thinking and complex problem solving skills. CCNA Security is a blended curriculum with both online and classroom learning. Students who enroll in CCNA Security are expected to have CCNA-level networking concepts knowledge and skills, along with basic PC and Internet navigation skills.
Tuesday & Thursday evenings 6-10pm starting June 25th at the Newtown campus, Tuition $1,100
Microsoft PowerPoint Basic (WCOAP 1083.C52)
This course covers the basic functions and features of PowerPoint 2010. After an introduction to PowerPoint's window components and Help system, you will learn to create, save, and rearrange presentations. Then you will format text, use drawing objects, work with graphics, and insert tables and charts. You will then learn to use templates and themes, slide masters, and transition effects. Finally, you will learn to proof, run, and print presentations. Course manual comes with CertBlaster exam prep software (download). This course will help you prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist exam for PowerPoint 2010 (exam 77-883). For comprehensive certification training, you should complete the Basic and Advanced courses for PowerPoint 2010.
Monday evening's 6:30-9:30pm starting June 8th at the Lower Bucks campus, Tuition $185
Monday evening's 6:30-9:30pm starting June 8th at the Upper Bucks campus, Tuition $185
Microsoft Project Advanced (WCOAP 3052.C21)
This course builds on the concepts and skills taught in the Basic course. You will learn how to work with templates, create baseline plans, monitor and update projects, analyze project statistics, handle delays and conflicts, create reports, consolidate project files, share resources, and customize Project. You will also learn how to communicate project information by using Project Server 2010 and how to integrate Project data with other Office applications.
Online starting July 8th, Tuition $245
Adobe Dreamweaver Advanced (WCOAP 6512.C51, C02)
Dreamweaver CS6: Advanced, ACE Edition is part of a two-course series that will help you prepare for the Adobe Certified Expert exam for Dreamweaver CS6. In this course, you will learn how to design pages with CSS; create and apply templates and server-side includes; and build accessible forms that validate user information. You will also learn how to position elements and apply behaviors, integrate XML-based data, create jQuery mobile pages, and collaborate with other site developers.
Monday evenings 6:30-9:30pm starting July 8th at the Lower Bucks campus, Tuition $245
Tuesday evenings 6:30-9:30pm starting July 9th at the Newtown campus (MAC lab), Tuition $245
Microsoft Windows 8 Basics (WCOSY 0032.C02, C53, C73)
This course will show you how to navigate the Windows 8 interface, manage open apps, use charms, and use the Search, Share, Devices, and Settings panels; describe and use Windows 8 default apps, and install apps from the Windows Store. You will use the Internet Explorer 10 app, install and use web site-specific apps, and use IE 10 desktop version. You will use the desktop administrative tools and the File Explorer, manage user accounts, and describe Windows 8 security features. You will add, remove, and manage tiles on the Start screen, and personalize the Windows 8 environment.
Monday mornings 9am-12 noon starting July 8th at the Newtown campus, Tuition $185
Monday mornings 9am-12 noon starting July 8th at the Lower Bucks campus, Tuition $185
Monday mornings 9am-12 noon starting July 8th at the Upper Bucks campus, Tuition $185
HTML 5 Advanced (WCOSY 6043.C70)
Building on the concepts in HTML 5: Basic, this course is designed to teach some of the more advanced elements and techniques of HTML5. In this course, you will explore effective web site planning and authoring principles, and you will learn how to create a semantic document structure. You will learn how to build interactive forms, apply native data validation, and embed HTML5 audio and video. You will also learn some advanced CSS techniques, including using pseudo classes and pseudo elements. Finally, you will learn how to incorporate special fonts by linking to cloud services, and learn how to use the local storage feature in modern browsers.
Monday evenings starting July 8th 6:30-9:30pm at the Upper Bucks campus, Tuition $185
Microsoft Excel Intermediate (WCOAP 1536.C52, C72)
This course builds on the skills and concepts taught in Excel 2010: Basic. You will learn how to use multiple worksheets and workbooks efficiently, and you will start working with more advanced formatting options including styles, themes, and backgrounds. You will also learn how to create outlines and subtotals, how to create and apply cell names, and how to work with tables. You will save workbooks as Web pages, insert and edit hyperlinks, and learn to share workbooks by email. This course also covers advanced charting techniques, use of trendlines and sparklines, worksheet auditing and protection, file sharing and merging, and workbook templates. Finally, you will learn to work with PivotTables and PivotCharts. Course manual comes with CertBlaster exam prep software (download). This course will help you prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist core-level exam for Excel 2010 (exam 77-882) and the Microsoft Office Specialist Expert exam for Excel 2010 (exam 77-888). For comprehensive certification training, you should complete the Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced courses for Excel 2010.
Tuesday evenings starting July 9th 6:30-9:30pm at the Lower Bucks campus, Tuition $185
Tuesday evenings starting July 9th 6:30-9:30pm at the Upper Bucks campus, Tuition $185.
Microsoft Word Intermediate (WCOAP 0065.C52, C72)
This course builds on the skills and concepts taught in Word 2010: Basic, First Look Edition. You will work with styles, sections, and columns and will use the Navigation pane to work with outlines. You will format tables, print labels and envelopes, and work with graphics. You will also use document templates, manage document revisions, and work with Web features. Course manual comes with CertBlaster exam prep software (download).This course will help you prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist core-level exam for Word 2010 (exam 77-881) and the Microsoft Office Specialist Expert exam for Word 2010 (exam 77-887). For comprehensive certification training, you should complete the Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced courses for Word 2010.
Wednesday evenings starting July 10th 6:30-9:30pm at the Lower Bucks campus, Tuition $185
Wednesday evenings starting July 10th 6:30-9:30pm at the Upper Bucks campus, Tuition $185.
Microsoft Access Intermediate (WCOAP 3031.C52,C72)
This course builds on the skills and concepts taught in Access 2010: Basic. You will learn how to normalize data, manage table relationships, and enforce referential integrity; work with Lookup fields and subdatasheets; create join queries, calculated fields, and summary values; add objects to forms and create advanced form types; print reports and labels; create and modify charts; and use PivotTables and PivotCharts. This course will help you prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist exam for Access 2010 (exam 77-885). For comprehensive certification training, you should complete the Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced courses for Access 2010.
Thursday evenings starting July 11th 6:30-9:30pm at the Lower Bucks campus, Tuition $185
Thursday evenings starting July 11th 6:30-9:30pm at the Upper Bucks campus, Tuition $185.
Microsoft Windows 8 Basics (WCOSY 0032.C02, C53, C73)
This course will show you how to navigate the Windows 8 interface, manage open apps, use charms, and use the Search, Share, Devices, and Settings panels; describe and use Windows 8 default apps, and install apps from the Windows Store. You will use the Internet Explorer 10 app, install and use web site-specific apps, and use IE 10 desktop version. You will use the desktop administrative tools and the File Explorer, manage user accounts, and describe Windows 8 security features. You will add, remove, and manage tiles on the Start screen, and personalize the Windows 8 environment.
Thursday evenings 6:30-9:30pm starting July 11th at the Lower Bucks campus, Tuition $185
Thursday evenings 6:30-9:30pm starting July 11th at the Upper Bucks campus, Tuition $185
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