This introductory course covers creating a document, saving and retrieving it, massaging the text, modifying its appearance, and printing. Many of the most commonly used features of word processing, including underlining, bold printing, justifying and centering text will be covered. Prerequisite: XCO116 or equivalent knowledge. (4 meetings/10 hours) (1.0 CEU)
This course provides hands-on experience for the creation of electronic spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Topics include the basics of spreadsheet design and use of statistical and financial functions to produce reports. Prerequisite: XCO116 or equivalent knowledge. (4 meetings/15 hours)
(1.5 CEUs)
Take control of your data with an introduction to this full-featured Microsoft database program used for manipulating data. Students will learn how to construct a new database, create a table, and import data from Excel for analysis. Prerequisite: XCO116 or equivalent knowledge.
(4 meetings/15 hours) (1.5 CEUs)
Students will learn how to develop exciting presentation materials, including a computer slide show. This introductory course covers button bars, wizards, text, formats, and slide construction. Prerequisite: XCO116. (1.0 CEU) (3 meetings/10 hours)
Students will learn how to use the popular Microsoft Office package that includes Word (word processing), Excel (spreadsheet), PowerPoint (presentation) and Access (database management). (4 meetings/15 hours) (1.5 CEU)
This course builds upon Introduction to Microsoft Word – Part I and covers creating tables and columns, simple document merges, and form letters for different paper sizes. Prerequisite: XCA101. (4 meetings/12 hours) (1.2 CEUs)
This course covers topics such as data management, template manipulation, file manipulation and management, and ribbon management. Prerequisite: XCA105. (4 meetings/15 hours) (1.5 CEUs)
Take your data to the next level with this hands-on experience. Students will create and design forms and advanced reports, use the make table query, the append query and the update query features and other advanced query functions to create fields. Design forms and reports to include graphics. Prerequisite: XCA110. (4 meetings/15 hours) (1.5 CEUs)
Students will build on the basics learned in Introduction to PowerPoint. Topics include linking to a Word document and an Excel spreadsheet, creating hyperlinks and action buttons, inserting slides from a file, using the drawing tools, and saving a presentation as an HTML file. Prerequisite: XCA125. (2 meetings/6 hours) (0.6 CEUs)
This introductory course covers setting up a small business accounting management system using best-selling software. Learn how to set up your employee, customer, and vendor lists; manage your inventory; prepare invoices; pay bills; and create reports. Prerequisite: XCO116 or equivalent knowledge. (4 meetings/15 hours) (1.5 CEUs)
This course continues the study of QuickBooks. Learn how to track customers, sales, vendors, and expenses. Budgeting, forecasting, and reporting will also be covered. Prerequisite: XCF100 or equivalent knowledge. (4 meetings/15 hours) (1.5 CEUs)
Introduction to Adobe InDesign familiarizes the student with a new and powerful level of page design. The student will learn how to produce professional typography, use and apply editable drop shadows, use feathering, and output reliably. The course includes an overview of common Adobe commands, tools, palettes, and keyboard shortcuts. (4 meetings/15 hours) (1.5 CEUs)
Students will learn how to use Adobe Photoshop to create professional images ready for publication in print, multimedia and on the web. Practice with tools, commands, and features that enhance images and optimize color. Prerequisite: XCO116 or equivalent knowledge. (4 meetings/12 hours)
(1.2 CEUs)
Students will build on the basics learned in Introduction to Adobe Photoshop. Image combining, enhancement retouching, scanning specifications, perfect masking, and layering skills will be covered. Prerequisite: XCG106 or equivalent knowledge. (4 meetings/12 hours) (1.2 CEUs)
This course provides keyboarding, practice, and general computer operating instructions so that students can use the computer to complete their coursework. (3 meetings/10 hours)
Learn about the internet, hardware, software, and basic computer operations that help students meet their educational objectives. Students will become acquainted with Windows and Microsoft Office components including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. (6 meetings/24 hours)
This course familiarizes students with the basic operation of the computer, the Windows interface, the use of the mouse and storage, and program management. This course will cover managing files, manipulating the Windows environment, and utilizing Windows to move between applications. Students will be taught how to configure Windows for their use, as well as how to use some of the utility programs that come with Windows.
(2 meetings/8 hours) (0.8 CEU)
Students will prepare for the New York State Real Estate Salesperson's Examination with this mandatory 77-hour license qualifying course. Topics include: license law and regulations; law of agency; real estate instruments; estates and interests; real estate financing; land use regulations; construction valuation; human rights issues; fair housing law; real estate mathematics; and environmental issues. Students are required to purchase the Real Estate Practice in NY for Salespersons, 14th Edition, Sam Irlander, by Dearbonre Education. Textbook ISBN: 978-1-07-883890-0, Ebook ISBN: 978-1-07-883891-7. Please note: missing more than two class meetings will result in a withdrawal from the program. 77 hours plus final examination. (20 meetings/80 hours)