This course prepares students for careers in the computer support service field. Emphasis is on IBM and IBM-type personal computers (PCs). Students gain a greater understanding of typical PC components and their relationship to the computer's operating system and peripherals. Students will gain hands-on experience in diagnosis and troubleshooting, which helps prepare them to service PCs and related equipment. This course will assist students in preparing for the A+ hardware certification exam. Upon completion of the A+ Essentials- Hardware and the A+ Essentials- Operating Systems Software courses students will be able to challenge the CompTIA A+ 220-1001 (Core 1) and 220-1002 (Core 2) A+ certification exams with CompTIA. Students must book their own exam with CompTIA and all certification exams are at an additional fee.
Learn MoreThis course will cover the fundamental aspects of this rising star in the desktop publishing and design industry. Topics covered will include: creating master pages and single and multiple page documents with single and multiple text columns of text; importing text from various sources and flowing it into linked columns of various shapes and sizes; proper kerning/leading and spacing of text and; combining text with imported photos and graphics. Students will learn how to quickly change font or photo size and how to rearrange elements within a page. Assignments will include various document layouts that involve learning about objects, text, colour and fonts. The final assignment be a menu created with all the elements you have learned plus using tables. Computer Software Requirements: Adobe InDesign
Learn MoreDevelop technology skills to effectively support students at all levels. Examine technology literacy skills and the use of technology in education to access and maximize learning in all areas of the Ontario curriculum. If you do not have adequate basic computer skills (word processing and internet searching), you must take an introductory computer course. Computer Software Requirements: Must have MS Word, Powerpoint and Excel.
Learn MoreA successful learning experience comes not only from proper curriculum and instructional design but also adhering to quality assurance protocols. In this course students explore a variety of quality assurance protocols as they apply to course development. The concept of piloting to gather students and instructor feedback is also discussed
Learn MoreTechnology and topics change just as rapidly in instructional design as they do in creating timely curriculum. This course will explore trends in instructional design, from mobile learning to simulation software. Concepts of certification or credentialing are explored in relation to online courses and workshops. How can we demonstrate that we have successfully attained a skill in a continuously changing online course landscape? This course contains mandatory group work. We recommend viewing the course schedule immediately upon logging into the course to view course and group work requirements.
Learn MoreThis will course provide the student with more advanced and related skills in constructing spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel, developing presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint and creating, maintaining and publishing a database using Microsoft Access. Students completing this course will have a well rounded knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite. Computer Software Requirements: Windows, Microsoft Office 2016, 2019 or 365 Excel/PowerPoint/Access. Short monthly subscriptions to Office 365 are available at an additional cost (relatively small cost) if Access is not included in the version of Office the student is using. MAC users will not be supported in this course.
Learn MoreStudents will learn some of the most important topics of HTML, from the basics of creating Web pages with graphics and links, using tables, and controlling page layout, to more advanced topics including cascading style sheets, and adding pre-written JavaScript to HTML documents. Also how to create a multimedia Web page, and create a Web page with forms. Computer Software Requirements: Students will require any word processing software, a basic text editor and Web Browser that supports frames and HTML 4 or higher. Students require access to server space for the final assignment in this course. Note, students my need to pay an additional fee if an acceptable free alternative cannot be sourced.
Learn MoreThis advanced QuickBooks Online Level 2 course addresses the needs of those who desire a deeper look at QuickBooks extended capabilities as well as cloud application possibilities . In addition to reviewing the skills and knowledge required for daily small business accounting needs, students will learn how to streamline processes and support their accounting records for tax and audit purposes. Students will learn about QuickBooks Accountant connections, examine various integration applications to streamline processes, meet specialized business needs, and take a deeper look at the QuickBooks Reporting Centre and how it supports business performance analysis. This course will use an online version of Quickbooks.
Learn MoreThis course will prepare students to design a hybrid module from start to finish. Important issues on mixed-mode lesson planning are discussed as well as learning strategies geared towards both face to face and online delivery. Assessment strategies for hybrid delivery are also key to the design process and we will explore best practices for assessment creation and alignment.
Learn MoreDigital pedagogy deals with not only the use of technology, but the appropriate use of technology to enhance the learning experience and engage the learner. This course will prepare students to evaluate, recommend and implement digital tools in a face to face, online, or hybrid environment.
Learn MoreA continuation of the Introduction course, Dreamweaver Advanced will present material for the serious or professional web designer. Concepts explored include: HTML5 and CSS3, typography, layouts, navigation, interaction design, managing CSS, working with javascript behaviours and CSS interactivity, utilizing advanced time saving features within Dreamweaver, and developing mobile websites using Dreamweaver and jQuery Mobile. It is recommended that students have taken OL790 Adobe Dreamweaver prior to taking this course. Computer Software Requirements: Adobe Dreamweaver CC. Can support MAC users. Students who have MAC computers must contact instructors immediately upon logging into course to confirm compatibility with their MAC version
Learn MoreIn this introductory course, you'll learn to create a professional website without having to write code by hand and covers HTML5 and CSS3 for responsive web design. You will also learn how to create HTML-based headings, paragraphs, lists, and tables; insert graphics; add links to text and images; apply cascading styles sheets; and customize the Dreamweaver workspace. And finally, publish a finished site to the Web. It is recommended that students have knowledge of HTML.Computer Software Requirements: Adobe Dreamweaver CC.
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