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TECHNOLOGY TRAINING CENTERRuby Chua, DirectorCERTIFICATE PROGRAMS• IT SPECIALISTBecome an information technologyspecialist. Two certificate levels.IT ApplicationIT ProgrammingSee p. 45.• WEB DESIGNERDevelop the skills you need to createstate-of-the-art Web sites. See p. 46.• FLASH DESIGNERGo to the next level — special effectsand interactive Web pages. See p. 46.• DESKTOP PUBLISHINGLearn desktop publishing and printproduction on the PC. See p. 47.All courses may be taken by studentsnot enrolled in the Certificate Programs.HOW TO GET YOUR CERTIFICATE• Satisfactorily complete the appropriatecourses;• Attend 80% of all class sessions;• Maintain grade average C or better.Note: Subject to instructor’s approval, students withbasic computer proficiency can bypass prerequisitesfor advanced courses. Another computer coursemust be completed as a substitute.EXAM PREP PROGRAMS• Microsoft Certified SystemsEngineer Windows Server Exam PrepBe a highly paid Local Area Networkadministrator! Pass the MCSE exam.See p. 45.• Microsoft Office Specialist Exam PrepPass the MOS exam and prove yourskills with the most-used software.See p. 46.• CIW Exam Preparation. See page 38.HOW TO ENROLL• Fill out the Certificate Programapplication (inside back cover) andsubmit with a $20 nonrefundableapplication fee to Queens College CEP.COMPUTERS FOR EVERYONEThese are courses for everyone, fromabsolute beginner to advanced user. Takethe classes that interest you withoutcommitment to a program. See below.Certificate students who do not enroll in courses forthree consecutive semesters must reapply and bereadmitted to the program. Certificate requirementsat time of readmission will apply.Computers and ITCOMPUTERS FOREVERYONECP-113, See Sections BelowComputerphobia IScared of computers? This gentle introductionis a perfect start for the nervousbeginner. We patiently explain the parts of acomputer, how to use the keyboard, mouse,Windows, files and folders. We define thelingo in plain English. No tests or pressure —just plenty of time for practice and fun. 6 hrs.• Section TU21-PSTuesday, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.September 15 - October 6$105 • 3 sessions • TBA• Section TH12-QCThursday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.October 15$105 • 1 session • TBA• Section SA13-QCSaturday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.October 24$105 • 1 session • TBACP-200, WE21-QCTyping for Speed and AccuracyA great course for beginners. An expertteacher guides beginners in basic typingskills on the computer, and helps improvespeed and accuracy. We use a computertutorial program and a self-paced textbookfor adults, available at the College bookstore.18 hrs.• Wednesday, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.September 30 - December 9$240 • 9 sessions • TBACP-127, See Sections BelowComputerphobia IIYou know how to use a mouse and getaround the desktop. But if you want to bemore comfortable and proficient on thecomputer, here’s you next class! Learn towork with files and folders, personalizeWindows, change settings, use tools, installand remove software, troubleshoot simpleproblems. 6 hrs.• Section TH11-QCThursday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.October 22$105 • 1 session • TBA• Section TU22Tuesday, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.October 20 - November 3$105 • 3 sessions • TBA• Section SA13-QCSaturday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.October 31$105 • 1 session • TBACP-135, TU21-QCIntensive Computer WorkshopBe the master of your computer. Windowsdirects the software that we use for wordprocessing and spreadsheets; learn thetricks of Windows by clicking, doubleclicking, and dragging icons and buttons.Then you will learn to produce textdocuments and spreadsheets, and savethem in files and folders that you create andretrieve. Learn internet, E-mail attachments.8 hrs.Prerequisite: Windows knowledge• Tuesday, 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.September 22 - October 20$105 • 4 sessions • TBACP-210, Section TH21-QCAdvanced TypingBuilding on the skills developed in CP 200,students are guided toward higher speeds andgreater accuracy. We will review typing stylesfor letters, manuscripts and reports used inpersonal, business and professional life. 18 hrs.Prerequisite CP200• Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.December 3 - February 11, 2010$240 • 9 sessions • TBACP- 235, Section MO21-PSBasic Computer & Internet:IntroductionThis class is designed for Chinese computerbeginning-learners and will be taught inChinese: Mandarin, Cantonese and English.Learn basic computer terminology; computeroperation and windows system; save andmanage files; hardware and softwareintroduction; computer evaluation andpurchase; Internet concept; Internet browseand information search; send and receiveemail; virus protection. 20 hrs.Class location: 39-07 Prince Street, Flushing(2nd Floor). Telephone: 718-997-5700• Monday, 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.October 5 - December 14$290 • 10 sessions • TBAQUEENS COLLEGE / CUNY CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMTO REGISTER OR FOR MORE INFORMATION: TEL (718) 997-5704 EMAIL: CEP@QC.CUNY.EDU WWW.QC.CUNY.EDU/CEP43