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Learn the basic skills and concepts needed to use Microsoft Access 2013 productively and efficiently. After an introduction to the Access 2013 environment, learn how to plan databases and create tables. Learn to organize fields and records, and to work with data entry rules. Create basic queries and work with forms and reports.   Prerequisite: Experience with Windows. Learning Objectives: Identify components of the Microsoft Office Access 2013 environment Identify the components of a database Organize data in tables Show data in a table Demonstrate how to Query a database Design forms Produce reports Note: No refunds on bundled prices.

Learn additional skills and concepts needed to use Microsoft Access 2013 productively and efficiently. Learn to normalize data, join tables while observing referential integrity, and query multiple tables. Insert background images and charts and create specialized objects such as lookup fields, subforms and subreports, navigation forms, and calculated fields.   Prerequisite: Access 2013 - Beginning. Learning Objectives: Demonstrate how to streamline data entry and maintain data integrity Show how to join tables to retrieve data from unrelated tables Create flexible queries to display specified records, allow for user-determined query criteria, and modify data using queries Prepare customized reports to organize the displayed information Note: No refunds on bundled prices.

Advance your skills in the AutoCAD workspace and gain the final pieces of knowledge you need to pursue the Autodesk certification after the class. Learn to work with advanced tables, annotations, editing and viewing tools of the AutoCAD software. You will create advanced dynamic blocks and attributes and learn about sheet sets. Prepare to publish and use collaboration tools all while managing layers and learning to use the right tools for optimal performance. You will complete a hands-on project in this program that can be used in your professional portfolio. Textbook is required at the first class meeting and is available at the KSU Center bookstore. Internet access is also required. It is recommended that students have access to the AutoCAD software outside of the classroom, but the software will be provided in the classroom for you to use and complete everything necessary for the class. Prerequisite: AutoCAD Essentials and AutoCAD Intermediate or equivalent experience. High school diploma or equivalent. Complete the Basic Skills Assessment and submit Program Application if not done for previous AutoCAD classes. Working knowledge of computers and access to computer and Internet are required. The Basic Skills Assessment & Program Application are located online. Click here for the Basic Skills Assessment and Program Application instructions.

Are you interested in learning AutoCAD? Join us for an information session led by our Instructor where you will learn more about the AutoCAD Essentials and Intermediate Certificate Programs. This session will go into detail on the course prerequisites, required books, course fees, and the course syllabus. Bring your questions, because you will have an opportunity to participate in the Q&A session with the Instructor. Even if you are simply looking for more details, you will leave our information session with the tools you need to make an informed decision about your future!

AutoCAD is the most widely used computer-aided design (CAD) software for producing architectural, engineering, and construction drawings. This program will teach the core topics required for preparing professional drawings using AutoCAD.   Learn to navigate the AutoCAD workspace and use basic drawing, editing, and viewing tools of the software. You will organize drawing objects on layers and insert reusable blocks. Prepare layouts to plot and add text, hatching, and dimensions. You will complete a hands-on project in this program that can be used as a foundation for your professional portfolio. Textbook is required at the first class meeting and is available at the KSU Center bookstore. Internet access is also required. It is recommended that students have access to the AutoCAD software outside of the classroom. Prerequisite: High school diploma or equivalent. Complete the Basic Skills Assessment and submit Program Application. Working knowledge of computers and access to computer and Internet are required. Students should have a working knowledge of computers. The Basic Skills Assessment & Program Application are located online. Click here for the Basic Skills Assessment and Program Application instructions.

Continue learning how to work more effectively in AutoCAD in this Intermediate-level class. You will be able to better utilize productivity tools and learn how to work with constraints. Create and organize more advanced blocks and layouts as well as build templates and annotation styles from scratch. Learn how to use zoom commands, external references, QuickCalc, and dimensioning tools for a more complete and advanced drawing. Textbook is required at the first class meeting and is available at the KSU Center bookstore. Internet access is also required. It is recommended that students have access to the AutoCAD software outside of the classroom. Learning Outcomes: Operate the AutoCAD software effectively Use accurate positioning and coordinate entry Create and organize drawings using blocks and constraints Set up advanced layouts Create and modify drawings using external references Use advanced Annotation and Dimension styles Demonstrate how to use advanced productivity tools Prerequisites: AutoCAD Essentials or equivalent working experience. Students should have a working knowledge of computers. Skills Assessment & Program Application are located online. Click for instructions. You will be directed to the program application after completing the Skills Assessment.

It has been reported that the number one qualification employers seek in a potential new employee is computer skills.  This course will equip you with the most up-to-date technology skills in an ever-changing discipline.  You will gain a technical understanding of the desktop computer, notebook computer, smart phone, portable media player, and digital camera.  This course will teach you the fundamentals of computers, software, and the Web.   In addition to gaining a practical understanding of the computer, through application and instruction, you will gain intermediate-level skills to create documents, presentations, worksheets, and databases using the various Microsoft Office products:  Windows 10, Internet Explorer 11, Word 2013, PowerPoint 2013, Excel 2013, and Access 2013.  This course provides the perfect opportunity to empower you with the skills and knowledge to either enter or advance your skills as an Office Professional. Prerequisites:  High School Diploma or equivalency. Complete Skills Assessment and submit Program Application. Computer and Internet access required. Basic knowledge of Windows Operating System is also required.    Textbook: "Discovering Computers & Microsoft Office 2013: A Fundamental Combined Approach" by Shelly/Vermaat      Textbook and a flash drive are required at the first class meeting and are available at the KSU Center bookstore. It is recommended that students purchase Microsoft Office 2013, but it is not required to successfully complete the class. Additional material to use as independent study is available for purchase at www.cengagebrain.com.  The purchase of this material is not necessary to complete the class.      

Find out how this course will equip you with the most up-to-date technology in an ever-changing discipline. You will gain a working understanding of the functionality of the desktop computer, notebook computer, smart phone, portable media player, and digital camera. It will also teach you the fundamentals of computers, software, and the Web. In addition to gaining a working knowledge of the computer through application and instruction you will gain the skills to create documents, presentations, worksheets, and databases using the various Microsoft Office products: Windows 7, Internet Explorer 8, Word 2013, PowerPoint 2013, Excel 2013, and Access 2013. This course provides the perfect opportunity to empower you with the skills and knowledge to either enter or advance your skills as an Office Professional.

Do you love numbers? This unique combination course will offer you the fundamental skills of effective bookkeeping. Additionally, you will become savvy with QuickBooks accounting software on a remote computer. This virtual desktop environment allows for hands-on QuickBooks practice inside and outside of the classroom. Join us for an information session led by our Instructor where you will learn more about the Bookkeeper Professional Certificate Program. This session will go into detail on the course prerequisites, required books, course fees, and the course syllabus. Bring your questions, because you will have an opportunity to participate in the Q&A session with the Instructor. Even if you are simply looking for more details, you will leave our information session with the tools you need to make an informed decision about your future!  

Are you interested in earning your Cisco certification? Join us for an information session led by our Instructor where you will learn more about the Cisco Certificate Programs. This session will go into detail on the course prerequisites, required books, course fees, and the course syllabus. Bring your questions, because you will have an opportunity to participate in the Q&A session with the Instructor. Even if you are simply looking for more details, you will leave our information session with the tools you need to make an informed decision about your future!