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Computer Training
Access (Database), Introduction
This class introduces the basic functions of the powerful database program, Microsoft Access. You will learn the basics of tables, queries, forms, reports, and interfacing with other applications. The textbook can be purchased at the Asheville or Enka Campus bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Carl DeTroia, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Tue/Thu, Jan 05 - Feb 02, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: CAS-7400-401
Adobe Bridge, Tools for the Professional Photographer 
Students will learn the top time-saving tips and tricks while working with real world hands-on Adobe Bridge CS4 projects. Class demonstrations will include (but not limited to) importing images, enhanced camera, RAW, non-destructive image adjustment techniques, sort files quickly, avoiding problems, full-screen previews and new review modes, and how to create virtual image and file groups, as well as review the top ten shortcuts for Adobe Bridge, and some not so obvious tools. The objective of the class is to provide students with many tools that they can quickly and effectively integrate into their current workflow. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon-Sat, Apr 12- Apr 15
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7477-AAL
Adobe Creative Suite, Introduction
Are you new to creative software or need to understand how creative tools work together to create beautiful content for print and the web? This course offers an introduction to the Adobe Creative Suite CS4, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver and Adobe Bridge. Projects will include: Getting started, creating effective photography, designing a corporate identity system, creating interactive newsletters and forms, create eye-popping charts and tables, design magazine layouts and annual reports, create a personal portfolio and improve your workflow. Basic computer skills needed. A free, 30 day version of Adobe Creative Suite 4, can be obtained at www.adobe.com. Instructor, Gary Crossey. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon-Fri, Mar 01 - Mar 26
- ONLINE Course #: CAS-7445-AAM
Adobe Dreamweaver, Beginning
In this fast-paced class, students will create a basic presentation mock-up of their website, followed by developing and testing the website in Adobe Dreamweaver. The class is taught from the perspective of a designer, with a focus on aesthetics, web standards and CSS technology. This class is especially useful if you are completely new to web design, or if you are transferring from an older method of web design and simply want to get up to speed quickly. No textbook required. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon-Sat, Jan 25 - Jan 30
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7484-AAO
Adobe Dreamweaver, Intermediate
Students will move from a basic understanding of Adobe Dreamweaver to comprehending the more sophisticated arsenal of existing tools. This is a fast-paced class where students will define and apply complex style sheets, create fun navigation solutions, from basic text hyperlinks, to interactive Rollover Buttons, Flash Buttons, Image Maps and Extended Behaviors. The class will wrap up with a short seminar on effective Site Management techniques, that will include the extremely popular Check In and Check Out feature, Find and Replace, Site Reports and Synchronization between the local and remote website. No textbook required. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon - Sat, Feb 08 - Feb 13
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7485-AAP
Adobe Dreamweaver, Advanced
The leading industry software for Web Design and Development students will work with real-world websites, as they make changes to the HTML and CSS code, integrate Flash and Fireworks Elements and other media-rich content including streaming video and MP3 audio files. This class is recommended for students who have some experience with working with Dreamweaver, not recommended for beginners. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs), No fee exemption.
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon - Sat, Mar 08 - Mar 13
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7615-AAN
Adobe Flash, ActionScript
A hands-on class that will quickly introduce the student to the Adobe Flash CS4 interface. Given the new interface and method changes in Flash CS4 and ActionScript 3.0 this class is suitable for new and experienced users. No textbook required. Gary Crossey, Instructor.(6 hrs) No fee exemption.
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon-Sat, Feb 15 - Feb 20
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7491-AAQ
Adobe Illustrator Beginning
Adobe Illustrator CS4 Beginner class introduces students to the most comprehensive vector graphic tool available. The class will begin with a review of the new Creative Suite interface integration, with an exploration on how to effectively use the NEW multiple artwork boards (they are not what you think). Students will learn with real world hands-on projects how to use the new transparency in gradients tool, effectively use the powerful Pen tool, modify type in Illustrator CS4, understand layers and transform objects. The beginner class is suitable for anyone new to Adobe Illustrator or for well experienced users to Illustrator who want to learn new time-saving methods recently deployed in Adobe Illustrator CS4. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon-Sat, Jan 25 - Jan 30
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7607-AAR
- Fri, Feb 05, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7607-440
Adobe Illustrator Intermediate
Adobe Illustrator CS4 Intermediate picks up where the Beginning class left off. Students will build upon Beginning skills to include working with Live Color and Painting. With hands-on lessons on using and creating basic and custom brushes in Illustrator. Students will create a finished Illustration using some of the newly improved Blend Shape tools, the NEW Blob Brush for creating natural sketching results, and an array of time saving tips to help you work faster. The class is best suited for students who have some prior Illustrator but is not a requirement to take the class. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Feb 12, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7608-441
- Mon-Sat, Apr 05 - Apr 10
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7608-AAS
Adobe Illustrator Advanced
A fun filled hands-on project driven class. Students really get their feet wet with an engaging lesson plan that explores six completed Illustrator projects. Students will review each project step by step, to see how each Illustrator/Designer used Adobe Illustrator to reach their goal, quickly and clearly. Students will have the opportunity to work with high-end naive source files, while learning some of the industry secrets on how to sort and systematize your creative digital files correctly. The Adobe Illustrator CS4 Advanced class is suitable for students with some prior Illustrator experience. Class is not suitable for beginners. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Feb 19, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7609-442
Adobe Illustrator Time Saving Tips and Tricks
The NEW Adobe Tips and Tricks series of one-day classes have been specially developed for new and experienced Adobe users. Students will learn the top Timing Saving tips and tricks while working with real world hands-on Adobe Illustrator CS4 projects. Class demonstrations will be included (but not limited to) Using Live Paint, Effectively utilize Multiple Art Boards, successfully harmonize color groups, Top Ten Shortcuts, hidden or not so obvious tools and many clever workarounds for difficult or more cumbersome tasks. The objective of the class is to provide students with many tools that they can quickly and effectively integrate into their current workflow. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Sat, Mar 27, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7610-443
Adobe InDesign Beginning
Taught in InDesign CS4, the course covers InDesign's rudimentary tools and may be applied to previous versions of InDesign. One-Day Intensive classes are designed for experienced computer users; concepts are presented in an accelerated format. At a minimum, students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Thu, Dec 10, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7443-454
- Fri, Jan 22, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7603-448
- Mon-Sat, Mar 01 - Mar 06
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7603-AAT
Adobe InDesign, Intermediate
Unlock the mystery of combing type and images in Adobe InDesign CS4, while exploring InDesign typesetting capabilities. With hands-on projects and real world examples, learn how to quickly control type with appealing layout and typesetting tools. One-Day Intensive classes are designed for experienced computer users; concepts are presented in an accelerated format. At a minimum, students will need basic InDesign skills equal to those gained in InDesign Introduction. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Feb 26, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7468-430
- Mon - Sat, Mar 15 - Mar 20
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7468-AAV
Adobe InDesign, Advanced
Learn how to manage and work with complex documents with Adobe InDesign CS4. This class concentrates on using tabs and tables within InDesign, and the best practices for creating styles, Master Pages and Library objects. One-Day Intensive classes are designed for experienced computer users; concepts are presented in an accelerated format. At a minimum, students will need basic InDesign skills equal to those gained in InDesign Intermediate. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Mar 26, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7469-429
- Mon - Sat, Mar 29 - Apr 03
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7469-AAU
Adobe InDesign, Time Saving Tips and Tricks
Students will learn the top time-saving tips and tricks while working with real world hands-on Adobe InDesign CS4 projects. The objective of the class is to provide the student with many tools that they can quickly and effectively integrate into their current workflow. No textbook required. Gary Crossey, Instructor.(6 hrs), No fee exemption.
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon - Sat, May 3 - May 8
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7478-AAD
Adobe Photoshop Elements 6.0, Introduction
Learn how to manipulate images, add special effects and text, and prepare images for print, e-mail or posting on the web. Students will need basic computer skills, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. This class is suitable for PC or MAC users. The textbook, Photoshop Elements 6.0, Classroom in a Book, can be purchased at the Asheville or Enka Campus bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Gary Crossey & Linnae Harris, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon/Wed, Nov 30 - Dec 23, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 341 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: CAS-7417-592
Adobe Photoshop Elements 7, Introduction
This class is for those students wishing to bring a new skill into their current job or business. Learn how to: bring your photos into the Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 program, use the main features of the organizer, do basic retouching of a photo, and saving for print and web. One-Day Intensive classes are designed for experienced computer users; concepts are presented in an accelerated format. At a minimum, students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. Linnae Harris, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Tue, Feb 09, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7601-426
- Thu, Apr 01, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7601-428
Adobe Photoshop Elements 7, Introduction
Learn how to manipulate images, add special effects and text, and prepare images for print, e-mail or posting on the web. Students will need basic computer skills, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. This class is suitable for PC or MAC users. The textbook, Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 by Philip Andrews is not mandatory, but suggested, can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Linnae Harris, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Wed, Jan 06 - Mar 03, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: CAS-7417-408 No class Feb 10.
Adobe Photoshop Elements 7, Intermediate
This course is for those who have completed the 24 hrs. Intro class or equivalent. Hone your skills and learn how to use the software's more advanced features, including adjustment layers, processing RAW files, and color correction techniques. Combine multiple images into sophisticated montages using layer masks, create an online gallery and discover the photographer's best work flow. The textbook, Advanced Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 for Digital Photographers by Philip Andrews will be used and can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Purchase of this textbook is suggested, but not mandatory. Linnae Harris, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Wed, Mar 17 - May 12, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: CAS-7428-409 No class Apr 7.
Adobe Photoshop CS4, Introduction
This introductory class is designed for individuals with no experience. Topics include: selection techniques, working with layers and digital images, photo retouching, and saving images for the web. Other topics as time permits. This class is suitable for Macintosh or Windows users, and Mac users are encouraged to bring laptops if preferred. The textbook, Adobe Photoshop CS4 Classroom in a Book can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Linnae Harris, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon, Feb 22 - Apr 19, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: CAS-7418-410
Adobe Photoshop, Beginning
This introduction to Photoshop software will teach students to work with image selections, layers, adjust images, perform basic retouching and to prepare finished images. One-Day Intensive and Online classes are designed for experienced computer users, concepts are presented in an accelerated format. Students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon-Sat, Jan 18 - Jan 23
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7604-AAY
- Fri, Jan 29, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7604-437
Adobe Photoshop Intermediate
This course continues where the Adobe Photoshop, Introduction leaves off. Topics include masking, vector paths, fills and overlays, automating with actions and creative image modifications. One-Day Intensive and Online classes are designed for experienced computer users, concepts are presented in an accelerated format. At a minimum, students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Tue, Nov 24, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7446-462
- Mon-Sat, Feb 01 - Feb 06
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7605-AAW
- Fri, Apr 02, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7605-438
Adobe Photoshop, Advanced
Learn how to manage and work with complex documents with Adobe Photoshop CS4. With a concentration on using filters and actions within Photoshop, and the best practices for creating masks, styles and Industry standard color correction. Online classes are designed for experienced computer users; concepts are presented in an accelerated format. At a minimum, students will need basic Photoshop skills equal to those gained in Photoshop Intermediate. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon-Sat, Feb 22 - Feb 27
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7473-AAX
Adobe Photoshop Camera Raw, Intro
This course is for the serious amateur or professional photographer. Raw formats allow you to receive images before any in-camera processing has been performed. Students will be working on PCs in class, but Mac users feel free to bring a laptop loaded with Photoshop CS or Elements. Bring some of your raw files from your digital camera (on a memory disc or CD) and using these uncompressed digital negatives, learn new editing techniques such as automating RAW workflow, correcting exposures, extending exposure range, manipulating grayscale and working with the new DNG open standard that Adobe supports. Linnae Harris, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Mar 12, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7600-413
Adobe Photoshop/Online Banners/Print Ad (One-Day Intensive)
Hands-on project driven class with real world exercises for both online and print advertisements. No book required. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Thu, Dec 17, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7488-446
Adobe Photoshop, Time Saving Tips and Tricks
Students will learn many tools that they can quickly and effectively integrate into their current workflow. Class demonstrations will be included (but not limited to) the Top Ten Shortcuts for Adobe Photoshop, and some not so obvious tools that make those difficult or more cumbersome tasks much easier to complete. The objective of the class is to provide students with many tools. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon-Sat, Mar 22 - Mar 27
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7476-AAZ
Adobe Photoshop, What's New in CS4 (One-Day Intensive)
Adobe has completely overhauled the Photoshop interface to create a more user-friendly creative environment. Get up to speed quickly with this hands-on tour of the new features for Adobe CS4. With helpful new features such as, rotating canvas, new application bar, new user friendly Adjustment panel, Depth of Field Blend, new and improved Raw format processing, auto layer alignment tool and much more. One-Day Intensive classes are designed for experienced computer users; concepts are presented in an accelerated format. At a minimum, students will need basic Photoshop skills equal to those gained in Photoshop Advanced. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Dec 11, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7471-415
AutoCAD, Introduction
Students will learn the basic concepts of computer-aided design/drafting using AutoCAD software. The textbook, Using AutoCAD 2009 - Basics , is optional and can be purchased at the Asheville or Enka Campus bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Ed Hoglen, Instructor. (40 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $120.00- Mon/Wed, Jan 11 - Mar 22, 4:00PM - 6:00PM
- 126 Elm, Asheville Campus Course #: DFT-7400-400 - No class Jan 18
AutoCAD, Intermediate
This course covers more advanced features of AutoCAD. Prior experience in computer aided drafting and the AutoCAD software is required. The optional textbook can be purchased at the Asheville or Enka Campus bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Joel Henderson, Instructor. (40 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $120.00- Tue/Thu, Mar 16 - May 20, 4:00PM - 6:00PM
- 126 Elm, Asheville Campus Course#: DFT-7401-401
Basic Computer Introduction
This is a class for those who don't feel ready for the Computer for the Beginner classes or who haven't even taken the computer out of the box. Learn how to turn the computer on/off, what cables go where, computer terminology, proper keyboarding posture, mouse skills and what to expect from Computer for the Beginner. Bring all questions. No textbook required. Caroline Brigmon, Instructor. (12 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon/Wed, Jan 04 - Jan 25, 5:00PM - 7:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: CAS-7469-422 - No class Jan 18
- Tue/Thu, Mar 30 - Apr 15, 5:00PM - 7:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: CAS-7469-423
CS4 Adobe Illustrator, Fine Art (One-Day Intensive)
In this one-day CS4 Adobe Illustrator, Fine Art class, students will review the NEW artistic brushes, painting and shaping tools that are included in this vast arsenal of Adobe Illustrator tools. This class is for students who have a background or interest in traditional drawing, sketching or painting and would like to learn how to adopt their skills to the computer using traditional drawing techniques. Student may bring their own Wacom tablet to use during class. Gary Crossey, Instructor.(6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Sat, Dec 05, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7479-425
Computer for the Beginner Vista
Learn the common terms used for hardware, software and the Windows Vista operating system. Become comfortable with using a computer in a slow-paced classroom environment. Students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Basic Computer Introduction. The textbook, Welcome to Windows Vista , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Barbara Guffy and Sarah Leggat Instructors. (30 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $120.00- Tue/Thu, Jan 05 - Feb 04, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CAS-7453-404
- Mon/Wed, Mar 01 - Mar 31, 5:00PM - 8:00PM
- 341 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: CAS-7453-427
- Tue/Thu, Apr 20 - May 20, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CAS-7453-419
Computer for the Beginner Windows 7
Learn the common terms used for the Windows 7 operating system. Become comfortable with using a computer in a slow-paced classroom environment. This course will cover all of the newest Windows 7 features, including HomeGroup, Jump Lists, Libraries, and more! Students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Basic Computer Introduction. The textbook, Microsoft® Windows 7: Illustrated Introductory, 1st Edition, can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or the Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Caroline Brigmon, Instructor. (30 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $120.00- Tue/Thu, Feb 09 - Mar 11, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: CAS-7473-431
Computer for the Beginner XP
Learn the common terms used for hardware, software and the Windows XP operating system and become comfortable using a computer in a slow-paced classroom environment. Students will need very basic computer skills equal to those gained in Basic Computer Introduction. The textbook, Welcome to Microsoft Windows , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus, Enka or Madison Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Gary Phillips and Nancy Worley, Instructors.(30 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $120.00- Thu, Jan 21 - Mar 25, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: CAS-7403-426
- Thu, Jan 21 - Mar 25, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: CAS-7403-425
- Tue/Thu, Jan 26 - Feb 25, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: CAS-7403-414
Computer Repair, Maintenance, and Upgrading
Need to install more memory? Need to replace a modem or network card? Need to set up your own router? This class is for you! In this hands-on course, you will learn to identify and maintain the components of a computer, desktops and laptops. You will learn how to replace and add memory, install and format a hard drive, install an operating system and add new software. Simple troubleshooting techniques and preventative maintenance will also be covered. The course will be focused mainly on desktop PCs but will also cover the basic differences with laptops and their components. Reference books are optional and will be discussed at the first class. Attendance at the first class is required. Gary Phillips & Ray Nightingale, Instructors. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon, Jan 25 - Mar 15, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
- Marshall Community Ctr, Madison Course #: ELN-7401-401
- Tue/Thu, Mar 23 - Apr 29, 10:00AM - 12:00PM
- 142 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: ELN-7401-402
Computer Skills for the Workplace Using Microsoft Office 2007
Learn Microsoft Office including Word (word processing), Excel (spreadsheets), PowerPoint (presentations) and Access (database). Students will need computer skills such as: file management, computer navigation, and be able to open programs. The textbook, Microsoft Office 2007 Illustrated Brief , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Sarah Leggat, Gary Phillips, Carl DeTroia and George Woodruff, Instructors. (36 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $120.00- Mon/Wed, Feb 01 - Mar 10, 7:00AM - 10:00AM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: OSC-7416-400
- Tue/Thu, Feb 09 - Mar 18, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: OSC-7416-402
- Tue/Thu, Mar 30 - May 06, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 341 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: OSC-7416-403
- Thu, Apr 08 - Jun 24, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: OSC-7416-404
- Thu, Apr 08 - Jun 24, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: OSC-7416-405
Corel Painter (One-Day Intensive)
Expand your creativity with Corel Painter, the most inventive digital painting software on the market. Corel Painter has long established itself as an Industry standard, by giving the artist unprecedented digital drawing tools. Create RealBristle brushes that simulate the natural movement of the traditional artist's brush. Students will also explore a variety of tools for simulating Oil Paint, Gouache, Acrylics and Watercolors. This class is best suited for students who are new to Corel Painter or artists interested in learning a software package that reflects many of the traditional (non-computer) methods for painting and drawing. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Dec 18, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7481-427
Digital Photography-Photoshop Elements 7
If you want to utilize that digital camera to increase your business presence then this class is for you. Bring your camera (with manual and accessories) to class to learn its basic features and learn the secrets to taking professional looking photos. Using Adobe Photoshop Elements 7, you'll transfer your images from your camera to the computer and learn how to organize your images, print, email, prepare for web, and explore some of the retouching and editing features the program has to offer. Mac users feel free to bring your laptops. No previous photography experience needed. Linnae Harris, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Thu, Feb 04 - Mar 25, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: PHO-7404-402
Digital Photography, Windows Photo Gallery (One-Day Intensive)
If you want to utilize that digital camera to increase your business presence or your skill set and don't have Adobe Photoshop, then this one day class is for you. In this class Windows Photo Gallery will be utilized. You will need to bring a digital SLR camera or an advanced point and shoot camera that has some manual options and the operational manual to class. Linnae Harris, instructor. (6 hrs) No Fee Exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon, Feb 01, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 341 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7617-482
- Fri, May 07, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 341 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7617-483
Dreamweaver, Tips and Tricks (One-Day Intensive)
Students will learn the top time-saving tips and tricks while working with real world hands-on Adobe Dreamweaver CS4 projects. The objective of the class is to provide students with many tools that they can quickly and effectively integrate into their current workflow. No book required. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon, Nov 16, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7492-440
E-Mail: Outlook (One-Day Intensive)
This class focuses around Microsoft Outlook but the topics covered will be equally as useful for Web mail users. Students will need basic computer skills, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. Mia Lampe, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Sat, Feb 06, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7455-422
eBay, Managing a Successful Business (One-Day Intensive)
Turn selling items on eBay into a viable business. This lecture based class concentrates on the online auction process with special emphasis on the eBay selling program, structure and requirements. Some familiarity with eBay and basic PC use required. Mia Lampe, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Nov 20, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7403-601 Class has been canceled - Updated Nov 18, 2009
- Sat, Jan 23, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7403-419
- Sat, Mar 13, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7403-420
Excel 2007, Introduction
In this class you will learn to organize and analyze data using Microsoft Excel through lectures, hands-on exercises and examples. At a minimum, students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. The textbook, Microsoft Excel 2007-Illustrated-Brief , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Sarah Leggat and Rodney Embler, Instructors. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Wed/Fri, Jan 06 - Jan 29, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CAS-7462-405
- Tue/Thu, Mar 02 - Mar 25, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CAS-7462-416
Excel 2007, Introduction (One-Day Intensive)
Learn to organize and analyze data using Microsoft Excel. One-Day Intensive classes are designed for experienced computer users, concepts are presented in an accelerated format. Students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. The textbook, Microsoft Excel 2007-Illustrated-Brief , which is required can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Carl DeTroia and Robin Wiggins, Instructors. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Nov 20, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7451-407
- Fri, Feb 05, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7451-405
- Sat, Feb 20, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7451-415
Excel 2007, Intermediate (One-Day Intensive)
One-Day Intensive classes are designed for experienced computer users, concepts are presented in an accelerated format. Students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. The textbook, Microsoft Office Excel 2007-Intermediate , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore which is closed on weekends. Carl DeTroia, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Dec 04, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7456-408
- Fri, Mar 12, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7456-406
Facebook for Business (One-Day Intensive)
Learn the basics and how to's of Facebook so you can network and promote your business and increase your market area. Great class for small business owners and employees looking for new ways to use technology to expose and expand your business. No book required. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Tue, Jan 19, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7489-434
Get Your Business Online (One-Day Intensive)
An excellent class for small businesses or individuals, who want to create a business website and/or who want to start or improve their business online. No book required. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Sat, Dec 19, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7487-444
- Sat, Mar 20, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 341 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7487-436
GIMP Introduction
This course is for those of you who are just getting started with image editing software and don't want to fork out hundreds of dollars for Photoshop. GIMP is often used as a free software replacement for Adobe Photoshop that is officially supported not only on Unix-based operating systems but also on Microsoft Windows and Macintosh OS X. This course will provide a overview of GIMP including: file organization, downloading images, work space overview, cropping, resizing, color adjustments, image sizes, resolution, selection tools, clone stamp tool, image manipulation, common filters, layers, opacity, compositing multiple images, image optimization for the web, implementing color schemes, text and font considerations, printing tips, working with digital cameras, photo scanners, and more. When you are finished with this course you will have created many finished images and combine them to assemble a final portfolio page of your work. Course participants are encouraged to bring your digital cameras and images but it is not necessary. Basic computer skills needed, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. No textbook is required. Attendance at the first class is required. Michael Folliett, Instructor (18 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Tue/Thu, Jan 05 - Jan 21, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: ITN-7419-400
iApps In Depth: Create, Design and Express
This class teaches users to use the powerful iApp's that Mac OS X installs on your computer: Mail, iCal, iChat, Rendezvous, iPhoto, iTunes, iMovie, Preview, iWeb and iDVD. We will be making high tech movies, creating photo books and even designing our own web pages. This class requires that each student has his or her own portable Mac, available for personal use, (either a laptop or iMac) with OS X.5 (Leopard) or later and that all students have either iLife '08 or '09. Older software WILL NOT BE COVERED. iMac laptops are provided during the class. New or veteran Mac user-this class is for you. The textbook, Robin Williams Cool Mac Apps: A Guide to iLife, and more , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Matthew Leggat, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Thu, Jan 07 - Mar 25, 6:00PM - 8:00PM
- 213 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: OSC-7412-401
Internet Design Resources
This course is for the Graphic Designer and/or Designer that needs to put a fresh look on their business. This hands on course will provide youwith the tools and resources to establish a great reference library for all things design. Learn various search engine fundamentals as you study and explore resources including: blogs, forums, user groups, newsgroups (Usenet), directories, portals, social networking tools, video sharing environments, news feeds, software and technique tutorials. Basic computer skills needed, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. No textbook is required. Attendance at the first class is required. Michael Folliett, Instructor. (18 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon/Wed, Feb 08 - Feb 24, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CAS-7472-406
- Mon/Wed, Mar 08 - Mar 24, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CAS-7472-407
Internet Security (One-Day Intensive)
Topics include computer intrusion detection and recovery methods. Virus, Worm, Spyware, Security Encryption and Phishing defenses will be reviewed. No textbook is required. Carl DeTroia, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Thu, Mar 25, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 133 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7435-407
Internet, Introduction
This class teaches the fundamentals of being online and surfing the Web. Attendance at the first class is required. Carl DeTroia, Instructor. (18 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon/Wed, Mar 15 - Mar 31, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CAS-7409-402
Introduction to GIS and the Web
This is an introductory course geared towards students who want to know more about regional web based GIS resources. Basic skills will include exploring functionality in mapAsheville, utilizing the Google Maps application, and exploring Google Earth. No previous GIS experience is necessary. Haven Hanford, Instructor. (4 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Tue/Thu, Mar 09 - Mar 11, 4:00PM - 6:00PM
- 108 Balsam Computer Technology Center, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7465-453
Keyboarding
Take this self-paced class on the home keys, the alphabet, number, symbol keys, and the numeric keypad. Skill building activities for speed and accuracy are included using specialized keyboarding software. Attendance at the first class is required. Barbara Guffy, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Tue/Thu, Jan 12 - Feb 18, 6:00PM - 8:00PM
- 133 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: OSC-7408-406
Logo Design With Gimp, Introduction
Gimp is used as a free software replacement for Adobe Photoshop. You will learn how to create a professional logo and branding designs for your ideas, research graphic design topics from criticism to current trends, to technique tutorials. A full overview of Gimp will be provided. At completion of this course you will have a complete logo design for your business. Basic computer skills needed, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. No textbook is required. Attendance at the first class is required. Michael Folliett, Instructor. (18 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon/Wed, Apr 12 - Apr 28, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: ITN-7421-401
Macintosh, Introduction
This class will provide users who are new to Macs a firm foundation for future projects. Topics include hardware basics, the Macintosh keyboard, saving and retrieving files, using e-mail, the Internet and basic program functions. The textbook can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Michelle McCain, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon/Wed, Feb 01 - Feb 24, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 213 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: CAS-7410-412
- Mon/Wed, Apr 12 - May 05, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 213 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: CAS-7410-413
Macintosh iApps, Introduction
You will learn how to use the powerful iApps that Mac OS X installs on your computer: Mail, iCal, iChat, Rendezvous, iPhoto, iTunes, iMovie, Preview,and iDVD. New or veteran Mac user, this class is for you. The textbook, Robin Williams Cool Mac Apps: Twelve Apps for Enhanced Creativity and Productivity, 3rd Edition, can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Michelle McCain, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon/Wed, Dec 11 - Jan 07, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 213 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: OSC-7419-408
Macintosh Introduction and iApps Hybrid
This class teaches users to use the powerful iApp's that Mac OS X installs on your computer: Mail, iCal, Rendezvous, iPhoto, iTunes, iMovie, Preview, iWeb and iDVD. We will be making high tech. movies, creating photo books and even designing our own web pages. New or veteran Mac user- this class is for you. This class requires that each student has his or her own portable Mac (either a laptop or iMac) with OS X.6 (Snow Leopard) and that all students have either iLife '08 or '09. Leopard is also acceptable. The textbook can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Instructor, Matt Leggat. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Tue, Jan 05 - Mar 23, 5:30PM - 7:30PM
- 213 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: CAS-7466-403
Painter, Beginning
Expand your creativity with Corel Painter, the most inventive digital painting software on the market. Corel Painter has long established itself as an Industry standard, by giving the artist unprecedented digital drawing tools. Create RealBristle brushes that simulate the natural movement of the traditional artist's brush. Students will also explore a variety of tools for simulating Oil Paint, Gouache, Acrylics and Watercolors. This class is best suited for new students to Corel Painter or artists interested in learning a software package that reflects many of the traditional (non-computer) methods for painting and drawing. Students are invited to bring their own Wacom tablet to use during the class as this will not be supplied. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Thu, Jan 28, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7611-444
- Mon-Sat, Apr 12 - Apr 17
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7611-ABA
Painter, Intermediate
Picking right up where Painter Beginning left off. Students will expand their knowledge of the Painter immense interface as they learn different methods to build Digital Brushes, including randomization and other time-saving special effects. Building upon an understanding of how to create custom brushes, students will spend time developing several different drawing techniques including, Digital Watercolor, Sketching with Pencils, Using Mixed Media, Cloning and Coloring as well as building a functional understanding of how to work effectively within Corel Painter. Students are invited to bring their own Wacom tablet to use during the class as this will not be supplied. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Thu, Feb 18, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7612-445
Painter Illustrator, Advanced
Completing our first series of classes for Corel Painter the Advanced class examines the various processes for creating and modifying Selections, Shapes and Masks. Students will learn how to create selections to control paint flow while using a custom airbrush effect. Students will work on creating a Collage that utilizes, Enhanced Photography, robust Special Effects Filters and the powerful Type engine. Exercises will include creating realistic Beveled Chrome, creating a seamless pattern and Blending a Photo. This class is best suited for students with some experience using Corel Painter. Students are invited to bring their own Wacom tablet to use during the class as this will not be supplied. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Mar 05, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7613-446
PowerPoint 2007 (One-Day Intensive)
Create presentations with clip art, charts, formatted text, use the transition and timing features. One-Day Intensive classes are designed for experienced computer users, concepts are presented in an accelerated format. Students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. The textbook, Microsoft PowerPoint 2007-Illustrated-Brief , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Phyllis Barnard, Caroline Brigmon and Mia Lampe, Instructors. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Dec 18,2009 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7457-409
- Sat, Feb 20, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7457-422
- Sat, Feb 27, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7457-424
- Sat, Mar 27, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 341 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7457-425
PowerPoint Visual
Learn to play movies in Microsoft PowerPoint and control how they start, how long they play, and create buttons to make them easy to run. Half day classes are designed to teach specific skills to experienced Microsoft Office users. Carl DeTroia, Instructor (3 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $25.00- Fri, Apr 02, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7461-408
Principles of Design
The Principles of Design are concepts used to help organize structural design. The one-day class will visit and interact with the five basic principles of Balance, Proportion, Rhythm, Emphasis and Unity. This class is especially beneficial for students of art, graphic design or digital media. Class exercises are hands-on projects that do not require computer experience or prior design experience. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon-Sat, Mar 29 - Apr 03
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7482-ABB
Publisher 2007, Introduction
Learn to design, create, and publish a wide variety of stunning documents using Microsoft Publisher 2007. Students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. The textbook, Microsoft Publisher 2007: Essentials , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Josie Lane, Instructor. (12 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Thu, Feb 11 - Mar 18, 6:00PM - 8:00PM
- 341 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: CAS-7471-424
QuickBooks Assist
This one-day class will assist you with QuickBooks. It will acquaint you with the basic necessary accounting principles and see how they relate to the financial software. You will learn why accounts are classified in Type, why we use a chart of account, and on accounts why and what are debits and credits used in Journal Entries. Also learn how to read and interpret financial reports. This class will assume the participant has some knowledge of the software. Marcelle Martin, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Feb 12, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7614-462
QuickBooks Pro 2009, Introduction
This class will be taught using QuickBooks 2009 software. Information will be applicable to software versions 2000 and later. Students will need basic computer skills, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. The textbook, QuickBooks Pro 2009, Essentials with 140-day trial software , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore which is closed on weekends. It is strongly recommended that the student bring a Flash/Thumb drive to save their files on. Attendance at the first class is required. Bring a USB (flash drive) to use in class. Gary Crossey and Lucretia Piercy, Instructors. (21 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Tue/Thu, Jan 26 - Feb 16, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CAS-7421-417
- Tue/Thu, Mar 16 - Apr 06, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 133 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: CAS-7421-418
- Sat, Apr 10 - May 01, 9:30AM - 3:30PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CAS-7421-421 Last class will meet 9:00AM - 4:00PM.
Quickbooks Pro 2007, Introduction
Learn the features of the popular bookkeeping software by setting up a business using the Easy Step Interview, then learn to manage the chart of accounts, manipulate customer, vendor and employee data, create invoices and receive payments. You will discover basic payroll functions and basic report generation. This class will be taught using QuickBooks 2007 software. Information will be applicable to software versions 2000 and later. Students will need basic computer skills, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. The textbook, Get Smart with QuickBooks 2007 , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus, Enka Site or Madison Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Tina Thorpe, Instructor. (21 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Wed, Feb 17 - Mar 31, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- Madison Site Course #: CAS-7470-415
QuickBooks Topics: Construction (One-Day Intensive)
This class, taught using QuickBooks Pro, will focus on the features most common to the construction industry. Topics classes are one-day classes designed to introduce specialty topics to experienced QuickBooks users. Marcelle Martin, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Jan 22, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7410-450
QuickBooks Topics: Payroll Processing (One-Day Intensive)
In this class, you will learn to use the payroll feature in QuickBooks to create paychecks, pay tax liabilities and generate reports. Topics classes are one-day classes designed to introduce specialty topics to experienced QuickBooks users. Marcelle Martin, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Mar 26, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7421-449
QuickBooks Topics: Restaurants (One-Day Intensive)
Topics classes are one day classes designed to introduce specialty topics to experienced QuickBooks users. This class is designed to provide the restaurant owner with a simple, complete and accurate process to maintain their books. Students will be taken step by step, and in simple language through the company setup, daily transactions and month-end procedures needed to achieve this objective. QuickBooks enables the restaurateur to print analysis of food costs, bar costs and other income and expense items, along with balance sheet and profit and loss statement. Marcelle Martin, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Fri, Apr 30, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7413-451
SEO/Business Website Search Engine Rankings
With this one-day intensive class, students will comprehend the newest effective methods for optimizing any active Web page, with a focus on keywords, meta descriptions, tags, page titles and other meta tag commands. Students will review several example websites that feature common SEO mistakes, with presented solutions that would improve the site overall ranking. Learn how to submit your URL to Google. Read and understand web visitor stats and how to increase traffic to your website. This class is best suited for business websites; marketing specialists, and web designers. No textbook required. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Thu, Feb 25, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 341 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7606-447
- Fri, Apr 09, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7606-439
SketchUp 3D Solid Modeling Software Design/Drafting
Have you ever wished you could see the project you want to make, build or design in a real life form before you actually embarked on the task? Utilizing Google SketchUp, which is a free, easy to use, yet powerful, 3D solid modeling software you can create 3D models of anything you like. Whether your project is as simple as designing a new bolt and nut or as complex as an entire building or city, or even a piece of furniture, a piping layout, your backyard with a deck and landscaping, your dream home, etc. SketchUp is fully compatible with AutoCAD and photo editing programs. Attendance at the first class is required. Chris Krupp AIA, Instructor. (18 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon/Wed/Fri, Mar 15 - Mar 26, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 133 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: DFT-7405-402
Using CSS for Web Design (One-Day Intensive)
Web Designers are having to adapt their website to the more user friendly CSS methods, so in this fast-paced class, students will learn time-saving tips for creating the latest web standards website. Learn how to control margins, padding, position content, create horizontal and vertical list-based navigation, as well as creating a webpage that is also user friendly. No textbook required. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Tue, Dec 01, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7486-443
- Tue, Dec 08, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7486-441
Webpage Design, Introduction
Take this class for an overview of what is required to create, publish and maintain a professional website! An introduction to HTML, the most common web programming language, is also included. By the end of class the student will be able to create an HTML website. Attendance at the first class is required. Michelle Brown, Instructor. (18 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon/Wed, Nov 30 - Dec 16, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: ITN-7407-430
- Mon/Wed, Mar 08 - Mar 24, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 140 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: ITN-7407-402
Website Marketing and Search Engine Optimization (One-Day Intensive)
Learn how your website can be at the top of the list on search engine result pages and how search engines work and which ones are the most important. One-Day Intensive classes are designed for experienced computer users. Students will need basic webpage design skills equal to those gained in Webpage Design, Introduction or similar work experience. Michelle Brown, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Sat, Mar 27, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 340 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7417-418
Word - Work Efficiently With Mail Merge (One-Day Intensive)
Instruction will cover the basics of merging letters, labels, and envelopes, and the creation and manipulation of the recipient list. There will be a brief overview of the Word 2007 window before students get down to Mail Merge business. Students should be familiar with using a computer (opening and saving files), and familiar enough with word processing in order to type a letter. No textbook, materials will be provided in class. Optional: Students may bring their own list of contacts on a USB (flash) drive to use in their own projects. Robin Wiggins, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Sat, Mar 13, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 142 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7464-417
Word 2007, Introduction (One-Day Intensive)
In this hands-on class, you will learn to edit documents, manage and print files, enhance text, and format paragraphs and pages. One-Day Intensive classes are designed for experienced computer users, concepts are presented in an accelerated format. Students will need basic computer skills, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. The textbook, Microsoft Office Word 2007-Illustrated Brief , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Rodney Embler and Robin Wiggins, Instructors. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Sat, Dec 12, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 208 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7452-465
- Sat, Jan 23, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 133 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7452-414
WordPress Introduction
WordPress blogging and CMS is a state-of-the-art publishing platform with a focus on aesthetics, web standards, and usability. In this class students will sign up for a free WordPress account, learn the difference between Pages vs. Posts, create categories, install template themes, add images and install a variety of useful plug-ins. One-Day Intensive and Online classes are designed for experienced computer users; concepts are presented in an accelerated format. At a minimum, students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (6 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Mon-Sat, Apr 05 - Apr 10
- ONLINE Course #: SEF-7467-AAA
WordPress-Small Business Start-Up Website
This class is best suited for individuals or small businesses who wish to create a successful online presence, by creating a complex website or simple online blog. Students will create their own unique Domain Name and set up their own cost effective Web Hosting package that will permit the students to install up to 20 FREE WordPress websites. The cost of the class does not include setting up a Domain Name (approximately $2 a year) or Hosting (approximately $8 a month). Student will be expected to complete project assignment for instruction evaluation and feedback. Gary Crossey, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon-Fri, Feb 01 - Feb 26
- ONLINE Course #: ITN-7422-ABC
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