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AUTOCAD 2008 (INTERMEDIATE)        Fee: $55
The North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors has established a requirement of 15 professional development hours (PDH) for yearly renewal of license holders pursuant to Title 21, NCAC Chapter 56. The AutoCAD Introduction and Intermediate courses each carry 3.0 continuing education units (CEUs). One CEU equals 10 PDH. Either course will satisfy the yearly PDH required for license holders. This course is a continuation of AutoCAD 2008 (Introduction). Additional basic commands will be introduced as well as more advanced commands. Students will be taught how to customize drawing commands to suit individual preferences. A heavy emphasis will be placed on the completion of at least two projects. This course provides hands-on training.
PREREQUISITE: AutoCAD (Introduction) or at least three months' experience using AutoCAD
Instructor: George Burkett

AUTOCAD 2008 (INTRODUCTION)        Fee: $55
If your work depends on drawings or sketches to convey information or ideas, this course is for you! Engineers, architects, draftsmen, designers, advertisers, or anyone interested in acquiring skills in CADD (Computer Aided Design and Drafting) will benefit from this course. Because AutoCAD accounts for over 50% of the CADD systems in use, your mastery of AutoCAD can provide excellent career opportunities or enhance your current skills. Instruction will provide mastery of the pull-down menus, basic commands, and the ability to complete 2-D drawings. Please note: no prior knowledge of AutoCAD is needed, but satisfactory completion of an Intro to Computers or basic computer knowledge is necessary. This course provides hands-on training.
Instructor: George Burkett

BUILD YOUR OWN WEB SITE WITH FRONTPAGE 2003        Fee: $60
This course will introduce you to the fundamentals of HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) and web page design. Design considerations will include the effective use of lists, tables, graphics, and web page validation. You will build your web pages using Microsoft FrontPage 2003 and will post it to a free website provider at the end of the course. Does NOT cover Java, ActiveX, Visual Basic, VRML, or CGI.
PREREQUISITES: at least six months' experience using Microsoft Windows and be comfortable using an Internet browser (such as Firefox, Netscape, Mozilla, or Microsoft Internet Explorer)
Instructor: Mike Sumrell

COMPUTER NETWORKING (INTRODUCTION)        Fee: $60
This course will provide an overview of current technology used in networking including (LAN) Local Area Networks, (MAN) Metropolitan Area Networks, and (WAN) Wide Area Networks. An emphasis will be placed on hardware installation to include hands-on training. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED TO 15 STUDENTS; PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Instructor: Shawn Matty

COMPUTING 2007        Fee: $55
Learn how to use your computer effectively. This course includes an in-depth look at Windows Vista, as well as an introduction to each of the following Office 2007 applications; Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Develop the skills to run multiple applications, transfer information between applications, and manage files, directories, and disk space. This is an excellent first class for anyone new to computing.
Instructor: Boni Mays

COMPUTING 2007 (Expanded)        Fee: $60

DESKTOP PUBLISHING WITH MICROSOFT WORD        Fee: $60
If you're familiar with the basics of Word, you can easily learn to prepare simple documents with that published look. Flyers, brochures, newsletters, reports—these are some of the publishing items covered. Students will prepare a portfolio of personal work. ABSOLUTELY NOT FOR WORD BEGINNERS!
Instructor: Linda Johnson

INTERNET: AN INTRODUCTION FOR SENIORS        Fee: $60
You've heard everyone talking about "surfing the Internet" and youFeel a little left out. Well, here's your chance to catch up in a class designed for seniors. It's fun and a lot easier than you think. The Internet has a wealth of information for seniors on health care issues, personal and home safety, making travel arrangements, and keeping in touch with your children and grandchildren, among others. This course will teach you about Internet connections and providers, what a "search engine" is, and what in the world a URL is. You'll learn how to send and read e-mail and how to locate and participate in groups with others who share similar interests. Come join us and expand your computer knowledge. Students must have some experience on computers and using the mouse. If you are new to computers, we suggest you begin with the PCs for Seniors (Introduction) or the Windows for Seniors courses.
Instructor: Janice Pavlikianidis

MICROSOFT ACCESS FOR WINDOWS (INTRODUCTION)        Fee: $60
Students in this course will learn to create fully automated databases. Emphasis is placed on data integrity and accessibility; working with the design of tables and forms to reduce the possibility of error in data input/editing, and the design of queries and reports to produce desired output. Experience with Microsoft Excel is strongly recommended.
Instructor: TBA

MICROSOFT ACCESS 2007        Fee: $55
Students in this course will learn to create fully automated databases. Emphasis is placed on data integrity and accessibility; working with the design of tables and forms to reduce the possibility of error in data input/editing, and the design of queries and reports to produce desired output and allow you to be more productive.
Instructor: Boni Mays

MICROSOFT ACCESS 2007 (Expanded)        Fee: $60

MICROSOFT EXCEL FOR SENIORS        Fee: $60
This course introduces the student to using Excel for common activities. It covers the general use of this powerful word processing program, enabling students to perform tasks ranging from very simple to complex, including editing, formatting, and printing documents. This course is intended for people with little or no background in spreadsheets. This course will cover using Excel to set up spreadsheets, graphs, and simple databases. NOT FOR PEOPLE NEW TO WINDOWS.
PREREQUISITE: at least three months' experience using Windows or a full course in Windows
Instructor: Janice Pavlikianidis

MICROSOFT EXCEL (INTRODUCTION)        Fee: $60
Designed to cover the function and concepts of this popular Microsoft spreadsheet program, this course will help students learn to take advantage of its many capabilities. Emphasis is placed on understanding spreadsheet concepts, building and formatting spreadsheets, using functions, charting, managing data, and creating reports. The class uses Excel 2003, and the classwork will also apply to earlier versions of Excel. NOT FOR PEOPLE NEW TO WINDOWS.
PREREQUISITE: at least three months' experience using Windows or a full course in Windows
Instructor: Ella Wise

MICROSOFT EXCEL QUICK START        Fee: $50
Learn the basics of putting numbers and data to work for you. Simple layout is covered, along with day-to-day formulas for tracking your information. The emphasis is on ease, accuracy, and speed! The class uses Excel 2003, and the classwork will also apply to earlier versions of Excel. MUST HAVE A WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF WINDOWS. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED; PRE-REGISTRATION IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. This is a self-supporting class;Fee-exempt status does not apply.
Instructor: Roger Britt

MICROSOFT EXCEL 2007        Fee: $55
This course will help students learn to take advantage of the many capabilities of this popular program. Emphasis is placed on understanding spreadsheet concepts, building and formatting spreadsheets, using functions and formulas, charting, managing data, and creating professional printouts.
Instructor: Boni Mays

        
MICROSOFT EXPRESSION WEB        Fee: $55
Learn how to create, edit, and maintain a web site. Learn to effectively use lists, tables, graphics, forms and frames in a professional overall web design. Students will design and publish a web site of their own as a portion of this class.
Instructor: Boni Mays

MICROSOFT EXPRESSION WEB (Expanded)        Fee: $60

MICROSOFT OFFICE: WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT        Fee: $60
This latest version of Microsoft's popular suite of programs is a major choice for business and personal users. This powerful combination offers Excel (spreadsheet), Word (word processor), PowerPoint (graphics), and Access (database). This course will give an overview of these four units. It will also introduce some of the ways of using the programs in unison. The class uses Office 2003, and the classwork will also apply to earlier versions of Office. DOES NOT COVER OUTLOOK OR WEB PUBLISHING. NOT FOR PEOPLE NEW TO WINDOWS.
PREREQUISITE: at least three months' experience using Windows or a full course in Windows
Instructor: TBA

MICROSOFT POWERPOINT        Fee: $60
PowerPoint is a very powerful program used to create slideshow presentations. If you want to learn just the very basics so you can begin work, this is the class for you. It will cover how to create simple day-to-day presentations, the typical kind used for work and school. Topics will include creating a slideshow using ready-made templates as well as creating from scratch, putting graphics and sounds into your shows, and making your shows run themselves--just the basics. NOT FOR PEOPLE NEW TO WINDOWS.
PREREQUISITE: at least three months' experience using Windows or a full course in Windows
Instructor: Ella Wise

MICROSOFT POWERPOINT QUICK START        Fee: $50
PowerPoint is the industry standard for presentations. Learn the basics of creating a simple presentation, using graphics and information from other programs, and simple layout for effective shows! The class uses PowerPoint 2003, and the classwork will also apply to earlier versions of PowerPoint. MUST HAVE A WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF WINDOWS. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED; PRE-REGISTRATION IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. This is a self-supporting class;Fee-exempt status does not apply.
Instructor: Roger Britt

MICROSOFT POWERPOINT 2007        Fee: $55
This program is the leading presentation graphics software for creating slides and multimedia shows that can be shared by means of computers, overhead projectors, or the Web. Learn how to create customized, professional presentations, and handouts for your audience.
Instructor: Boni Mays

MICROSOFT POWERPOINT 2007 (Expanded)        Fee: $60

MICROSOFT WORD: AN INTRODUCTION FOR SENIORS        Fee: $60
Word processing is one of the most widely used computer applications. From simple letter writing to creating forms and producing attractive newsletters you will find many uses for this program. Since this course is designed especially to meet the needs of our senior population, you will find this course comfortably paced and relaxed. The class uses Word 2003, and the classwork will also apply to earlier versions of Word.
Instructor: Janice Pavlikianidis

MICROSOFT WORD (INTRODUCTION)        Fee: $60
Learn to create, edit, format, and print documents using this popular word processing application. As well as covering the basics of word processing, this class will introduce the student to tables, graphics, form letters, and how best to work with large documents. The class uses Word 2003, and the classwork will also apply to earlier versions of Word. This course covers topics at the beginning level.
Instructor: TBA

MICROSOFT WORD QUICK START        Fee: $50
Learn the basics of setting up documents, formatting, editing, correcting, using shortcuts, and performing routine work quickly. The class emphasizes shortcuts for ease and speed. The class uses Word 2003, and the classwork will also apply to earlier versions of Word. MUST HAVE A WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF WINDOWS. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED; PRE-REGISTRATION IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. This is a self-supporting class;Fee-exempt status does not apply.
Instructor: Roger Britt

MICROSOFT WORD 2007        Fee: $55
Learn to create, edit, format, and print documents using this popular word processing application. As well as covering the basics of word processing, this course will introduce the student to tables, graphics, form letters, and how to work with large documents.
Instructor: Boni Mays

MICROSOFT WORD 2007 (Expanded)        Fee: $60

MODERN OFFICE SOFTWARE (WINDOWS, WORD, AND EXCEL)        Fee: FREE*
Need a job. Working in today's business environment requires up-to-date computer skills. This course will enhance your skills in using Windows, computer word processing, and developing spreadsheets using Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel. The employment process explores resume writing, interviewing techniques, employee/employer expectations, and professional image. These valuable skills will give unemployed adults the "competitive edge" in their job search. The class uses Office 2003 and the classwork will also apply to earlier versions of Office. (*Students will receive the full Continuing Education Scholarship resulting in no tuition cost for the student.) Basic keyboarding skills required. Call 678-8230 for registration information.
Instructor: Roger Britt

        

PCS AND MICROSOFT (INTRODUCTION)        Fee: $60
Designed for the inexperienced computer user, this beginner's course will acquaint you with not only the basic parts of the computer and computer terminology--"computerese"--but will help you become familiar with the basic Microsoft products so popular on home and office computers: DOS, Windows, and Microsoft Office. If you're afraid of computers but know that you don't want to be left behind in the age of automation, this course is for you. Although this is a course for beginners, you must have a working knowledge of a typewriter keyboard and minimal typing skills.
Instructor: Linda Johnson

PCS FOR SENIORS (INTRODUCTION)        Fee: $55
This quick course will give you an overview of what the world of personal computers is all about. Designed to help you overcome your fear of those expensive and seemingly complicated machines, this course will introduce you to computer terminology, hardware, Windows, and the types of basic programs that will probably come installed on any computer you buy these days. This is a course for computer beginners.
Instructor: Janice Pavlikianidis

WHAT HAPPENED TO MY COMPUTER?        Fee: $50
Your computer has really slowed down. Strange programs show up on your menus. The computer does things you didn't tell it to do. And just where are those weird popups coming from? This course briefly covers a variety of problems that can affect your computer and how to deal with them. Learn to tell when you can fix something yourself and when to seek a professional! NOT FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED; PRE-REGISTRATION IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. DOES NOT COVER WINDOWS VISTA. This is a self-supporting class;Fee-exempt status does not apply.
Instructor: Roger Britt

WINDOWS FILE AND DISK MANAGEMENT FOR BEGINNERS        Fee: $60
So you can turn on your computer and click on a desktop icon to access a program. You can type in word processing and even save it. But can you find the file later? Are you confused by the hodgepodge of folders and files cluttering up your hard disk? Are you having trouble finding downloaded files? This course is just what you need. In this course, you'll learn how to find files you thought you'd lost, copy and move files, remove documents and applications from your system, work with the recycle bin, organize your hard disk with folders, maintain and troubleshoot your hard disk, add and remove items from your start button, customize your right-click menus, force programs to start automatically every time you start Windows (or prevent them from doing so), and create desktop icons and other shortcuts to give you immediate access to your favorite programs and documents. Never again moan, "Where did that file go?" Class is taught in Windows XP.
Instructor: TBA

WINDOWS FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS        Fee: $60
Now you have access to a computer and you know where the "on" switch is, but not much else. This course gives people with no computer experience the very basic skills needed to make the most effective use of simple Windows functions and prepare to move on to the next level. Class is taught in Windows XP.
Instructor: Ella Wise

WINDOWS FOR SENIORS        Fee: $60
This class covers the very basic skills in Microsoft Windows. This will meet the need of people who want only to be familiar with "the bare essentials." The senior students will learn to use a mouse, the basics of how to work in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) environment, and the basics of how to use programs that are part of Windows. Topics will include using and maintaining files, understanding "Properties," simple troubleshooting, using accessories, and using programs inside Windows; special emphasis will be placed on file maintenance, such as how to find lost files and how to perform simple computer housekeeping. This course is suitable for a beginner to learn for any version of Windows. Although this is a course for beginners, you must have a working knowledge of a typewriter keyboard and minimal typing skills.
Instructor: Janice Pavlikianidis

The Computing Technology Industry Association (Comp TIA) created the A+Certification to address the need for an entry level vendor-neutral technician certification. The A+Certification is a good foundation for any IT worker's career and many employers are now requiring a minimum of this certification. The A+Certification is achieved by passing two exams. All candidates must take the CompTIA A+ Essential (220-601) exam, and one of the following: A+ IT Technician (220-602), or A+ Remote Support Technician (220-603), or A+ Depot Technician (22-604). The Essentials Exam validates the basic skills needed by any entry-level service technician regardless of job environment. The last three exam options give individuals the ability to grow their careers in a certain job area, and employers the flexibility to choose the exam combination that best fits their needs. CompTIA has recently updated the objectives for the A+ exams to keep current with the technology and the computing industry. FTCC offers courses to help the student acquire the knowledge and skill necessary to prepare for these new exams. A+ is the recommended starting point for most IT certification paths (ex. MCSE).

A+ CERTIFICATION: COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS        Fee: $60
(A+ Certification Track recommended second course)
CompTIA A+Essentials validates knowledge of basic computer hardware (recommended first course), and operating systems (recommended second course), covering skills such as installation, building, upgrading, repairing, configuring, troubleshooting, optimizing, diagnosing, and preventive maintenance with additional elements of security and soft skills. The Essentials Exam validates the basic skills needed by any entry-level service technician regardless of job environment. CLASS SIZE IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO 15. Textbook requirement: Mike Meyers A+ Certification Passport is available at the FTCC bookstore for $30.50 and must be purchased prior to the second class meeting. This is the same textbook used in the first course. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Instructor: Rusty Pylate

PC SYSTEM DESIGN/COMPUTER REPAIR        Fee: $65
Learn to build a water-cooled computer system that you design! As PCs become more and more common in the workplace and home, the need for maintaining and repairing the PC system is becoming increasingly important and profitable to the trained technician. In this course, students will learn how to test the entire computer system. Students will learn how to troubleshoot the DOS operating system/PC hardware and computer monitors. Additionally, Windows 98, 2000 Professional, and XP will be taught.
Instructor: John McKenzie

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