This class is intended for the person who has had little practice using Microsoft Products, but with basic digital competency.  We will use MS Word to create and edit documents containing images, graphs and hyperlinks.  We will use Excel to create and edit basic spreadsheets, using it to calculate and organize data. Everyone will create presentations in PowerPoint, learning to animate text and images and incorporate media like video, music and voice recording.  Each student will learn how to use skills they learn about effective presentations to deliver one to the class.  We will learn to navigate screens between Google and Microsoft Office. We will learn about Office 365, One Drive file sharing and Teams. Prerequisites: CASAS score of 238+; and Digital Skills for the Workplace or equivalent: comfort using a computer including internet browsers. 

Whether designing a machine part, a table, or a house, learn the basic function of CAD software from a professional designer and engineer.

This course uses QuickBooks accounting software. It will cover areas including setting up an accounting system, accounts receivable and payable reconcilation, and financial statement generation.

This course uses QuickBooks accounting software. It will cover areas including setting up an accounting system, accounts receivable and payable reconcilation, and financial statement generation.

The class begins with an overview of Python, a language designed for code readability. You will learn the basics of Python and programming concepts like variables, loops, functions, and classes. You will gain working knowledge needed to begin coding and using Python for your day-to-day tasks. No prior experience is needed, but a computer will be needed in order to participate.