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COMPUTERS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Interested in Project Management or IT certifications such as A+, MCSE?
Our instructor-led online programs may be your solution!
See the Online Courses section for more details or call 914-606-7904 or email PDC@sunywcc.edu for more information.

Computer students: please bring a diskette or USB flash drive to class.

Where required, textbooks can be purchased at the bookstore at 914-606-6475 or ordered online at www.sunywcc.edu

All classes are taught with Windows 7 and Microsoft Office 2010

Essential Computer Skills 1 – Operational Skills
Whether you’ve been using the computer for a while or are a new user, you will pick up some tips and new skills from this course! Learn about the Windows desktop, using menus, toolbars, and panes, launching programs, keyboard and mouse operations, and more. $135 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2073.
Sec. A: 2 Sat., June 2 & 9, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-203. #5343
Sec. B: 2 M/W, June 11 & 13, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-203. #5344
Sec. C: 2 T/Th, July 24 & 26, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203. #5355
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2073YR.
Sec. D: 2 M/W, May 14,& 16, 6:00-9:00 pm. #5373
Sec. E: 1 Th, May 17, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5375
At Ossining: CE-COMP 2073OS.
Sec. F: 2 Tues., July 10 & 17, 6:30-9:30 pm. #5396

Essential Computer Skills 2 - Mastering Windows 7
Build your confidence and get control of your computer with these techniques for using Windows 7. Learn to manage and organize your files and folders; use control panels; protect your computer and your identity with Windows security settings; use Windows Live Mail; getting the most from Internet Explorer. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 or equivalent experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2074.
Sec. A: 4 Sat., June 16-July 7, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-203. #5346
Sec. B: 4 M/W, June 18-27, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-203. #5347
Sec. C: 4 T/Th, July 31-Aug. 9, 6:30-9:30 pm, GTW-203. #5348
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2074YR.
Sec. D: 4 M/W, May 21-June 4 (skip May 28), 6:00-9:00 pm. #5376
Sec. E: 2 T/Th, May 22 & 24, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5378
At Ossining: CE-COMP 2074OS.
Sec. F: 4 Tues., July 24- Aug.4, 6:30-9:30 pm. #5397

Save 10% when you register for both Essential Computer Skills classes (any location/time) for only $364.50.
Savings will reflect when your course fees are calculated after enrolling.

NEW! Windows for the Advanced User
Get more control over your Windows-based computer. Learn to use account and password management, protect files, use utilities for system maintenance, share files and printers on a network,and manage security settings and firewall. Feel free to bring your own laptop to class! Class uses Windows 7. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2088, 4 M/W, July 9-18, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-203, $135 (+textbook). #5337

Keyboarding on the Computer
For details on our online keyboarding course go to www.ed2go.com/sunywcc. Search for “keyboarding” in the Search for Courses box.

MY PC Series

Accounting and Finance

Bookkeeping with QuickBooks and Excel Non-Credit Certificate
Earn this certificate by completing our Introduction to QuickBooks class, the Excel series, and Accounting & Bookkeeping for Beginners. Apply for the certificate upon completing all requirements.

Introduction to QuickBooks
Learn how to handle accounts payable and receivable, customer info, inventory, payroll, and track your business’s financial health. These sections are open to all students but are particularly suitable for those who have some previous experience with bookkeeping. Prerequisite: Computer Basics 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2013, 4 M/T/W/Th, June 11-14, 9:00 am-1:30 pm, GTW-209, $400 (+ textbook). #5354

Internet and Web Technologies

Facebook After Fifty: Using Social Networks
Facebook and other social networks, such as YouTube and Farmville, enable millions of older adults to stay involved with children, grandchildren, and distant family members. Learn how to find and connect with old friends and family members to share activities and renew relationships. Join millions of others of all ages in the fun of managing virtual farms on the Internet. Share photos and videos to stay in touch.
CE-COMP 2071, 2 Sat., May 26 & June 2, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-209. #5351

Set Your “Sites” on Internet Selling
eBay may be the most well-known website for individuals to sell items over the internet, but it's not the only one. In this session, we'll explore other alternative web sites and options. Learn the pros and cons of each, where to sell specific items such as homemade goods, books, photographs and more, and gain practical tips along the way. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2088, $50.
Sec. A: 1 Sat., May 19, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-209. #5352
Sec. B: 1 Sat., June 9, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-209. #5353

Health Information Technology and You

NEW! Electronic Health Records and Your Health
Learn about the HITECH Act of 2009 (Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health) which aims to have all eligible providers and hospitals nationwide record all patient data electronically by 2015. Using certified software will enable providers to track a patient’s health data more efficiently without the use of paper charts. This technology will provide patients with better access to their own health records and to take a more active role in managing their own health and treatment plans. Take a walk through the history of this movement and learn what is happening now and how it will affect you. Understand the Nationwide Health Information Network and its effect on your healthcare.
CE-COMP 2092, $50.
Sec. A: 1 Tues., May 22, 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-209. #5331
Sec. B: 1 Tues., June 12, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-203. #5332

NEW! Setting Up Your Own Personal Health Record
Learn about creating, setting up, and maintaining a Personal Health Record (PHR) and the safe way to do it. Learn the difference between a “patient portal” and a “personal health record” and how they both differ from an Electronic Health Record (HER). Identify what should be included in a PHR. Understand who has rights to the various types of records and who should have access to them. Learn to set up a PHR using publically accessible safe sites and understand the different ways to set up a PHR (public vs. private.)
CE-COMP 2093, $50.
Sec. A: 1 Thur., May 24, 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-209. #5333
Sec. B: 1 Tues., June 19, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-203. #5334

NEW! Using the Internet for Medical and Health Research
Learn how to get the most reliable information relating to your needs using various search techniques. Identify trusted health information websites. Use rating sites for doctors and hospitals. Understand the growing movement towards accessing better health information.
CE-COMP 2094, $50.
Sec. A: 1 Tues., May 29, 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-209. #5335
Sec. B: 1 Tues., June 26, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-203. #5336

Microsoft Office Applications

Prepare for the Microsoft Office certification exams or just build new skills. Our Microsoft applications courses are taught using MS Office 2010.

MS Office Skills for the Workplace
Today’s workplace is competitive! Don’t let weak computer skills hold you back. Learn to use key applications in the Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook – in this intensive introductory course. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $1200 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2004 18 M/T/Th, July 9-Aug. 16, 9:00 am-1:00 pm, GTW-203. #5338

MS Word – Level 1
Get started with Word even if you have not done word processing before. Covers editing documents, formatting text, paragraphs and documents and creating and formatting tables – fundamental skills for creating letters, reports and documents. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2029
Sec. A: 4 T/Th, May 15-24, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-209. #5383
Sec. B: 4 M/W, July 9-18, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-215. #5384
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2029YR
Sec. C: 4 M/W, June 11-20, 6:00-9:00 pm. #5362
Sec. D: 2 T/Th, July 10 & 12, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5364

MS Word – Level 2
Expand your skills and enhance your documents by adding graphics, using styles and templates, and managing multi-page documents. Create personalized mailings by merging data into your documents. Learn how easy it is to turn your Word document into a web page. Prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 1 or equiv. experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2030.
Sec. A: 4 T/Th, May 29-June 7, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-209. #5385
Sec. B: 4 M/W, July 21-Aug. 1, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-215. #5386
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2030YR
Sec. C: 4 M/W, June 25-July 9 (skip 7/4), 6:00-9:00 pm. #5366
Sec. D: 2 T/Th, July 17 & 19, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5368

MS Word – Level 3
Master more advanced features of Word such as building forms, creating charts and diagrams, collaborating with others on a document, working with references, advanced graphics, and integrating Word with other applications. Prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 2 or equivalent experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2031.
Sec. A: 4 T/Th, June 12-21, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-209. #5387
Sec. B: 4 M/W, Aug. 6-15, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-215. #5388
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2031YR
Sec. C: 4 M/W, July 16-25, 6:00-9:00 pm. #5370
Sec. D: 2 T/Th, July 24 & 26, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5371

Save $$ when you register for all three Word classes (any location/time) for only $729.
Savings will be reflected when your course fees are calculated after enrolling.

MS Excel – Level 1
Get started with Excel even if you have not used a spreadsheet before. Building and editing worksheets, formatting a worksheet, working with charts and working with formulas and functions. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2020.
Sec. A: 4 M/W,June 4-13, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-215. #5363
Sec. B: 4 M/W, July 9-18, 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-215. #5365
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2020YR
Sec. C: 2 T/Th, May 29 & 31, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5359

MS Excel – Level 2
Expand your skills in Excel by learning to use and analyze tables, and enhance your charts and worksheets. Explore techniques for managing workbooks, sharing Excel files, and incorporating Web information. Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel Level 1 or equivalent experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2021.
Sec. A: 4 M/W, June 18-27, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-215. #5367
Sec. B: 4 M/W, July 23-Aug. 1, 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-215. #5369
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2021YR
Sec. C: 2 T/Th, June 5 & 7, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5360

MS Excel – Level 3
Master more advanced features of Excel such as What-If Analysis, analyzing data with PivotTables, exchanging data with other programs and advanced worksheet management. Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel Level 2 or equivalent experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2022.
Sec. A: 4 M/W, July 9-18, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-215. #5372
Sec. B: 4 M/W, Aug. 6-15, 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-215. #5374
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2022YR
Sec. C: 2 T/Th, June 12 & 14 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5361

Save $$ when you register for all three Excel classes (any location/time) for only $729.
Savings will be reflected when your course fees are calculated after enrolling.

MS PowerPoint – Level 1
Learn the basics of this easy to use program to create visually compelling presentations and slides. Wizards and templates give you a quick start on professional presentations and you’ll also learn to develop your own designs with text, graphics and special effects. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2025
Sec. A: 4 T/Th, July 10-19, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-209. #5377
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2025YR
Sec. B: 4 T/Th, June 26 & 28, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5311
Sec. C: 4 M/W, July 30-Aug. 8, 6:00-9:00 pm. #5312

MS PowerPoint – Level 2
Enhance your presentations with a variety of chart types. Integrate PowerPoint with other programs, like Excel, to represent data graphically with more impact. Include multimedia and web resources in your presentations. Explore options for preparing a presentation for live delivery, web delivery, and distribution on CD. Prerequisite: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1 or equivalent. $270 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2026
Sec. A: 4 T/Th, July 24-Aug. 2, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-209. #5379
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2025YR
Sec. B: 4 T/Th, July 3 & 5, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5355
Sec. C: 4 M/W, Aug. 13-22, 6:00-9:00 pm. #5356

Save $$ when you register for both MS PowerPoint classes (any location/time) for just $486
Savings will be reflected when your course fees are calculated after enrolling.

MS Outlook – Email Functions
Tame your Inbox with these techniques for managing your email. Learn the many options Outlook provides for creating, reading and sending email, working with attachments, flagging and categorizing messages, and working with distribution lists and your contacts. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $135 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2079
Sec. A: 2 MW, July 9 & 11, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-209. #5381
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2079YR
Sec. B: 1 Tues., June 19, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5357

MS Outlook – Calendars and Task Management
Outlook is more than just email! Improve your time and task management with advanced features of Outlook mail, the powerful calendar and meeting scheduler, contacts and address book, and task manager. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $135 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2080
Sec. A: 2 MW, July 16 & 18, 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-209. #5382
At Yonkers/Cross County: CE-COMP 2079YR
Sec. B: 1 Thur., June 21, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break). #5358

Microsoft Office – One on One
Get the benefits of the expertise of our experienced instructors in a one on one, two-hour session! Whether you want a private tutorial or you’re struggling with getting an Office application to do what you need, our One on One program can help. We will match you with one of our excellent instructors to meet at our Valhalla campus for a session arranged by appointment. Call Mary Beth Jerry at 914-606-7904 to set an appointment time. A two-hour session is $240.

Quick Courses in Microsoft Office
Don’t need to become an in-depth expert? These short courses will give you “just enough” to get going in an MS Office application

MS Word Basics
Learn the fundamentals of word processing for creating basic documents. Enter and edit text, correct spelling and grammar as you type, change fonts and font sizes, emphasize text, set margins and tabs, use bullets and numbering, create an envelope, search for and replace text. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2032, 1 Tues., June 12, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-203, $135 (+ textbook). #5342

MS Excel Basics
Learn the fundamentals: enter and edit text and values; create simple formulas; select cells and ranges; move around the worksheet; change column widths and row heights; insert and delete rows and columns; format numbers; copy and move data from one location to another using menus, fill-handle and drag and drop; save, retrieve and print worksheets. Prerequisite: Essential Computer Skills 1 and 2 or equivalent experience. $135 (+ textbook).
CE-COMP 2023, 1 Thurs., June 14, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-203, $135 (+ textbook). #5341

Creating Brochures, Flyers and Newsletters with MS Word
Learn to use clip art, graphics, Word Art objects and watermarks, insert special characters and symbols, format text in columns, and use borders and shading. Prerequisite: Word Basics or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2009, 1 Tues.., June 19, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-203, $135. #5350

Creating Custom Mailings with Word Mail Merge
Design form letters with merge fields; create data lists in Word or use data from Excel or Access; sort and select data records; create mailing labels. Prerequisite: Word Basics or Word Level 1 or equivalent experience. Excel and/or Access experience is helpful.
CE-COMP 2006, 1 Tues., June 26, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1- hour lunch break), GTW-203, $135. #5339

Data Management with MS Excel
Learn to sort data with multiple keys, validate data, create a data-entry form and get subtotals based on various criteria. Use named ranges and Lookup tables to retrieve and summarize data. Import data into Excel from other applications. Prerequisite: Excel Basics or Excel Level 1 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2010, 1 Thur., June 21, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1- hour lunch break), GTW-203, $135. #5340

Using MS Excel Functions
Learn to use a variety of financial and statistical functions to analyze your data. Develop conditional calculations using the logical functions. Track time-dependent data with date and time functions. Prerequisite: Excel Basics, MS Excel Level 1 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2035, 1 Thur., June 12, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1- hour lunch break), GTW-209, $135. #5380

Using PivotTables in Excel
A PivotTable is an interactive table that automatically extracts, organizes, and summarizes your data, making it easier to analyze. If you work with large data sets, Pivot Tables can help you make comparisons, detect patterns and relationships, and analyze trends with greater ease. Prerequisite: Excel Level 2 or equivalent experience.
CE-COMP 2086, 1 Thur., June 28, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1- hour lunch break), GTW-203, $135. #5349

Take Your Microsoft Office Certification Exams on Campus!

You can take your Microsoft Office Specialist exams at the Valhalla campus. Contact Mary Beth Jerry by email at marybeth.jerry@sunywcc.edu or 914-606-7904 for further details or to make a test appointment

Microsoft Certification Training – Online Programs

If our class schedule doesn’t match your availability, you can still train for a new career and sharpen your computer skills by enrolling in our online class offered in partnership with Gatlin Education Services. For more information, visit www.gatlineducation.com/sunywcc

MS Office Skills Non-Credit Certificate

The applications in the Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) are widely used and these skills are expected of today’s working professional. Complete our series of classes in these four programs to qualify for this non-credit certificate. Apply for the certificate upon completing all requirements.

Programming

Introduction to Android Programming
This course will introduce you to the Android SDK for developing Mobile applications for the Google Android operating system. Using the Eclipse Java development environment, students will create a fictitious consumer banking application that connects to MS SQL Server. The application will allow the consumer to log in to his/her account, view account information, and simulate sending payments to payees. A built-in emulator will be used to run the application without the need for an actual Android-enabled mobile device. Prerequisites: Knowledge of Java and SQL.
CE-COMP 2083, 2 Sat., June 16 & 23, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (includes 1-hour lunch break), GTW-209, $270 (+ textbook). #5330

Project Management

Cheetah Learning Accelerated Project Management Master’s Certificate
Cheetah Online PM Fundamentals Certificate
See details in our section on Online Courses

Computer/Office Skills Intensive (Non-Credit)
Project Transition

Digital Art Computer Classes in Peekskill

For more information or to register, call 914-606-7300. The Center for the Digital Arts is located at 27 N. Division Street. Software versions are subject to change.

Intro to the Mac
Computers provide essential life skills for adults to function effectively. Computer Art and Design programs require basic knowledge of a Macintosh operating system. This introductory class, for those new to the computer or to the Apple Operating System, explains the hardware and software. This course is intended for those with low computer literacy skills. Beginners will learn basic skills, i.e., using the mouse, using menus and icons, managing files, folders and windows, and navigation in text. The use of storage media and printers will be explained.
CE-COMP 1000PE, 1 Mon., 6:30-9:30 pm, $30.
Sec. A: May 21. #5047
Sec. B: June 11. #5048
Sec. C: June 25. #5049
Sec. D: July 9. #5050

Open Studio Access Package at Peekskill
The Center for the Digital Arts at Peekskill is an artist’s space and a friendly environment in which to work. The Center hosts six Apple post-production studios including a recording studio, a video lab, and a midi studio, and has multiple stations for batch capture and DVD burning. This package is for the professional or aspiring artist with competent computer skills who wants to continue to develop a portfolio and use the Center’s resources. Note: Interview with Technical Support Manager required.
CE-DGART 2003PE, M/T/W/Th, May 21-Aug.11, 9:00 am-9:00 pm and F 9:00-11:30 am. Package Fee $293. #5056

Quick Start to Photoshop CS5 in 24 Hours
Learn to use the latest version of Photoshop with time management features and enhancements for web and video designers. This training package will include: imaging formats, use of Photoshop in computer imaging, and output for the web. No previous experience with Photoshop is necessary; previous computer experience required.
CE-DGART 2042PE, 8 M/W, June 4-27, 6:00-9:00 pm, $374 (+ $50 lab fee). #5057

Quick Start to Illustrator CS5 in 24 Hours
Learn to use the latest version of Illustrator with new 3D and web features. Includes: digital illustration, drawing tools, Bezier curves, fonts, and use of Illustrator in graphic design and in 3D. No previous experience with Illustrator is necessary; previous computer experience required.
CE-DGART 2040PE, 8 T/Th, June 5-28, 6:00-9:00 pm, $374 (+ $50 lab fee). #5058

Quick Start to Dreamweaver CS5 in 24 Hours
Learn to use the latest version of Dreamweaver, a website design tool. Use HTML, text, and images to design a creative interactive online experience. No previous experience with Dreamweaver is necessary; previous computer experience required.
CE-DGART 2038PE, 8 M/W, June 4-27, 6:00-9:00 pm, $374 (+ $50 lab fee). #5059

Quick Start to Flash CS5 in 24 Hours
Learn to use the latest version of Flash and create animated vector graphics for the web. Includes: a definition of tweening and time-based graphics, overview of software interface, and hands-on exercises. No previous experience with Flash is necessary; previous computer experience required.
CE-DGART 2039PE, 8 T/Th, June 5-28, 6:00-9:00 pm, $374 (+ $50 lab fee). #5060

Quick Start to InDesign CS5 in 24 Hours
Learn to use the latest version of InDesign and take advantage of the integrative power of CS and the dynamic nature of its print-to-web solutions. Includes: an overview of graphic layout and design, an overview of interface and tools, and a hands-on exercise. No previous experience with InDesign is necessary; previous computer experience required.
CE-DGART 2041PE, 8 M/W, July 9-Aug. 1, 6:00-9:00 pm, $374 (+ $50 lab fee). #5061

Quick Start to Game Design in 24 Hours
You play them but did you ever wonder how to build a computer game? The gaming industry is an exciting burgeoning field that requires the technical ability of a computer programmer and the creativity of an artist. Dive into interactivity with a multimedia designer. Start programming and designing your own games. Previous digital art experience required.
CE-DGART 2018PE, 8 T/Th, July 10-Aug. 2, 6:00-9:00 pm, $374 (+ $50 lab fee). #5062

Quick Start to HTML
Learn the basic language of the Web: HyperText Markup Language (HTML). This workshop will enable students to understand the code behind the “gooey” interfaces. A basic glossary of HTML tags and other professional support resources will be provided. In addition, an overview of HTML W3C standards and how HTML works with CSS will be addressed.
CE-DGART 2044PE, 2 T/Th, June 5-7, 6:00-9:00 pm, $228 (+ $50 lab fee). #5063

Quick Start to CSS
Learn the various customization and layout possibilities available through the use of cascading style sheets (CSS). Students will manipulate text, fonts, images, links and behaviors using CSS. In addition, students will receive instruction on how to build a basic web layout with CSS. Learn how web browsers interpret HTML that has been styled with CSS. Knowledge of HTML required.
CE-DGART 2043PE, 2 T/Th, June 12-14, 6:00-9:00 pm, $228 (+ $50 lab fee). #5064

Quick Start to WordPress
Learn to create your own blog or website with WordPress. This introduction will give you an overview of the most important concepts and techniques. You’ll learn the difference between self-hosting and using a free site, how to install WordPress, how to add content to posts, and more. This course is intended for beginners who have no experience with WordPress.
CE-DGART 2045PE, 2 T/Th, July 10-12, 6:00-9:00 pm, $228 (+ $50 lab fee). #5065

Quick Start to Photoshop Elements
Learn to use the latest version of Adobe Photoshop Elements with a focus on personal photo imaging. This course will provide an overview of the software. In addition to learning the basics of the Adobe Photoshop Elements workspace, step-by-step procedures on how to adjust, fix, and organize your photographs will be demonstrated with the opportunity to practice on instructor-provided images. This course is perfect for the beginner interested in learning digital imaging for personal use with an eye towards further enhancing their imaging skills.
CE-DGART 2028PE, 2 M/W, July 9-11, 6:00-9:00 pm, $228 (+ $50 lab fee). #5066

Quick Start to iLife
Make sense of Apple’s basic computer graphics package that comes with your Mac. Unravel the iLife suite including: iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, Garage Band, and iWeb. These simple tools will revolutionize your work flow and help you be more creative.
CE-DGART 2008PE, 2 T/Th, July 17-19, 6:00-9:00 pm, $228 (+ $50 lab fee). #5067

New! Digital Scrapbooking
Not sure what to do with all your memorabilia?  Don’t throw it away – digitize it and make beautiful keepsake scrapbooks. Learn computer skills for scrapbooking and engage in design principles that emerge and are helpful for making a visual image that keeps you looking. Bring your own photographs, collect images, and remix to make an original scrapbook, art collage book, announcement card, and/or commemorative design.
At Peekskill Center: CE-DGART 2034PE, 6 Tues., June 5-July 10, 6:30-8:30 pm, $250 (+ $50 lab fee). #5398

New Photography Forum: Sharpening Your Photography Skills
OK, so you've got your camera.  Now what? Make your own photography a more meaningful and rewarding experience.  A rare opportunity for amateur photographers who would like to share their work with, and get feedback from a professional, as well as talk photography with their contemporaries.  This is more of a personable and casual style gathering with the teacher guiding the class through shooting assignments and critiques aimed at those who, not only want to improve their own photography, but wish to increase their understanding and enjoyment of the medium.  Historic and contemporary issues will be introduced and discussed relative to the shooting assignments.
At Peekskill Center: CE-PHOTO 2007PE, 6 Thurs., June 7-July 12, 7:00-9:00 pm, $250 (+ $50 lab fee). #5399