| Basic Computing - an Introduction |
| This two-week course is designed to introduce users to personal computers. Learners will find out what a PC is and what an operating system is. They will learn basic computer skills such as turning on a computer, logging on to Windows, and working with files. Users will also learn to identify and use the major components of a PC, both externally and internally, including: disk drives, monitors, mice, keyboards and printers. |
| Day: Monday | Time: 19:00 | Start Date: 23/04/2012 | End Date: 23/04/2012 |
| Number of Weeks: 1 | Code: BIT2 | Price:
£20.00 |
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| Introduction to Dreamweaver |
| Dreamweaver is the industry-standard web creation programme used by web designers to plan, set up and manage websites. The course begins with an understanding of good site preparation techniques and then moves on to page design, leading ultimately to a full site of multiple pages with hyperlinks, image maps, frames, buttons and navigation bars. The course ends with workshop sessions where you can create your own site, with the advice and guidance of the tutor. |
| Day: Monday | Time: 19:00 | Start Date: 16/04/2012 | End Date: 18/06/2012 |
| Number of Weeks: 8 | Code: DRM2 | Price:
£120.00 |
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| Ebay - A guide to Selling |
| This course will expand on your knowledge of Ebay with in-depth information on how to sell through Ebay, using photos to promote items. Basic computer skills and a Paypal account are essential. |
| Day: Saturday | Time: 09:30 | Start Date: 10/03/2012 | End Date: 10/03/2012 |
| Number of Weeks: 1 | Code: EBS2 | Price:
£33.00 |
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| Apple Mac & iLife |
| An overview of the iLife applications that come with your Apple Mac using iLife 09. The course covers iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, iTunes and iWeb. Students should be familiar with using a mouse and keyboard. It is recommended that you do the Introduction to your Apple Mac Computer course first. |
| Day: Wednesday | Time: 19:00 | Start Date: 22/02/2012 | End Date: 21/03/2012 |
| Number of Weeks: 5 | Code: ILI2 | Price:
£60.00 |
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| Apple Mac Computer Introduction |
| A course for novice Apple Mac (OSX) users that begins with an exploration of the desk top, file management and navigation features of the Apple Mac. Learners will learn about using the Dock, Dashboard and Widgets, changing system preferences and basic system safety. The Address Book, Mail and Safari Internet access are also covered. Learners should be familiar with using a mouse & keyboard. |
| Day: Wednesday | Time: 19:00 | Start Date: 18/04/2012 | End Date: 09/05/2012 |
| Number of Weeks: 4 | Code: MAC3 | Price:
£60.00 |
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| Office Skills Intermediate |
| This course is designed to familiarise learners with the intermediate features of Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook 2010. It also includes a section on presentation skills and will introduce learners to the more powerful aspects of these applications and attempt to broaden and develop the basic skills that they already possess. |
| Day: Tuesday | Time: 19:00 | Start Date: 17/04/2012 | End Date: 26/06/2012 |
| Number of Weeks: 10 | Code: OSI2 | Price:
£100.00 |
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| Office Skills for Beginners/Returners |
| An introduction to the IT skills needed to work in an office environment. The course uses Microsoft 2010 and covers Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and CV writing. A basic knowledge of computers would be an advantage. |
| Day: Monday | Time: 19:00 | Start Date: 30/04/2012 | End Date: 09/07/2012 |
| Number of Weeks: 9 | Code: OSK3 | Price:
£90.00 |
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| Photoshop Intermediate |
| This Intermediate course is designed for learners who already have a rudimentary knowledge of Adobe Photoshop. You will be able to edit & retouch your own digital images and work on your own projects. A course designed around you - bring in your own photographs to edit & retouch. |
| Day: Monday | Time: 19:00 | Start Date: 27/02/2012 | End Date: 19/03/2012 |
| Number of Weeks: 4 | Code: PHI1 | Price:
£60.00 |
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| Introduction to Photoshop CS5.5 |
| An introduction to this image editing programme. The course begins with an overview of toolboxes and palettes, file formats, and importing pictures. The range of Photoshop’s painting and drawing tools, and the layers and history palettes are explored. This course is suitable for those who have the full version of Photoshop but would also be useful for those with Photoshop Elements. |
| Day: Monday | Time: 19:00 | Start Date: 16/04/2012 | End Date: 02/07/2012 |
| Number of Weeks: 10 | Code: PHS2 | Price:
£120.00 |
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| Search Engine Optimisation and Web Marketing |
| This course is intended for anyone who has their own website and is looking to improve the number and quality of their visitors or who are considering working with a web marketing specialist. The ability to make simple changes to a website is useful but not essential for this course. Topics covered include: Search engines and how they work, improving your search engine position using organic (free) SEO, identifying the search keywords used to find your site, building link relationships with other sites, pay-per-click marketing, using Google Adwords and affiliating marketing schemes. The course discuuses what work, and more importantly, the "Black Hat" tricks that don't work which can get your site permanently removed from search engines. Real world examples are provided and students are invited to discuss their websites and marketing ideas. |
| Day: Monday | Time: 19:00 | Start Date: 20/02/2012 | End Date: 19/03/2012 |
| Number of Weeks: 5 | Code: SEO1 | Price:
£60.00 |
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