MIAMI-DADE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

INTERAMERICAN CAMPUS

 

SCHOOL OF COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Summer 2002

 

THE MICROCOMPUTER INSTITUTE

 

The Microcomputer Institute is committed to helping you acquire the computer skills you need to compete in today’s job market.  Our courses are taught by knowledgeable and experienced professionals in our state-of-the art computer labs.  Course materials are included.  Register today! 

 

For more information, please call us at (305) 237-6128.

 

NEW COMPUTER USERS

 

Introduction to Microcomputers Workshop (6 hours) - $59.00

Learn to use a computer in this hands-on beginner course.  Topics include computer terminology, use of the mouse and keyboard, and the basic principles of the Windows operating system environment.

Pre-requisite:  None

164384                   05/18 - 06/01                   S                   9:00 – Noon                   1210                              

 

WINDOWS

 

Introduction to Windows Workshop Level 1 (6 hours) - $59.00

This course will help you navigate in a Windows environment.  Learn how to use the desktop, taskbar, and icons while fully navigating the system.

Pre-requisite:  Introduction to Microcomputers or basic knowledge of computers and how to use a mouse. 

164392                   06/08 - 06/15                   S                   9:00 – Noon                   1210                              

                  

Windows Workshop Level 2 (6 hours) - $59.00

Learn to get more out of Windows by configuring your “System”, using Scandisk and Defrag.  Use advanced Explorer features.  Customize your taskbar, shortcut menu, and desktop.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows Workshop Level 1

164393                   06/22 - 06/29                   S                   9:00 – Noon                   1210                              


FILE MANAGEMENT

 

Windows File Management (3 hours) - $37.50

Learn how to organize the files in your system by creating, moving, and deleting folders.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Microcomputers and Introduction to Windows Workshop or equivalent knowledge.

164405                   07/06                   S                   9:00 – Noon                   1210                              

 

MICROSOFT OFFICE 2000 APPLICATIONS

 

6 HOURS WORKSHOPS FOR BEGINNERS

 

Beginning Microsoft Word 2000 Workshop (6 hours) - $59.00

Create, save, edit, format and print simple documents in this top rated word-processing program.  If you’re new to word processing or are switching from another program, this is the background you need.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Microcomputers, Introduction to Windows, File Management or equivalent knowledge.

164430                   07/13 - 07/20                   S                   9:00 – Noon                   1210                              

 

Beginning Microsoft Excel 2000 Workshop (6 hours) - $59.00

Get started with MS Excel for Windows.  Learn the menus and shortcuts, create and modify worksheets.  Open, save and format a spreadsheet, how to do formulas and more.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Microcomputers, Introduction to Windows, File Management or equivalent knowledge.

164435                   07/27 - 08/03                   S                   9:00 – Noon                   1210                              

 

Microsoft Outlook 2000 Workshop (4 hours) - $39.00

Learn how to send and receive e-mail; send and receive attachments; create and use contacts; distribution lists; electronic calendar and task list.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Microcomputers, Introduction to Windows, File Management or equivalent knowledge.

164441                   08/10                   S                   9:00 – 1:00 p.m.                   1210                              

 


Beginning Microsoft Access 2000 Workshop (6 hours) - $59.00

Learn basic database components, terminology, and concepts in this beginner-level course.  Learn how to design, create, edit, and modify a database, use wizards, index, sort and filter records, set field properties, set queries, and more.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Microcomputers, Introduction to Windows, File Management or equivalent knowledge.              

164445                   08/17 - 08/24                   S                   9:00 – Noon                   1210                              

 

Beginning Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 Workshop (6 hours) - $59.00

Learn to develop a dynamic presentation step by step.  Learn to create, edit, same and print dazzling displays that are sure to impress your audience.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Microcomputers, Introduction to Windows, File Management or equivalent knowledge.              

165229                   08/17 - 08/24                   S                   9:00 – Noon                   1215                              

 

6 HOUR INTERMEDIATE WORKSHOPS 

 

Intermediate Microsoft Word 2000 Workshop (6 hours) - $59.00

Learn advanced document formatting, headers and footers, tabs, tables, columns and more.

Prerequisite: Beginning Microsoft Word 2000 Workshop

164529              07/27 - 08/03                   S                   12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1214                              

 

Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2000 Workshop (6 hours) - $59.00

Increase your ability to open, save and format a spreadsheet, increase your use of formulas and more.

Prerequisite: Beginning Microsoft Excel 2000 Workshop

165150                   08/10 - 08/17                   S                   12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1214                      

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


INTERNET AND ON-LINE SERVICES

 

Internet Basics (6 hours) - $60.00

A perfect course for those who are new to the Internet.  Learn how to send and receive e-mail, use a Web browser to surf the net, learn to locate what you’re looking for using advanced search techniques, subscribe to newsgroups, and more. 

Pre-requisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.

164493                   06/01 - 06/08                   S                   12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1214                                 

 

World Wide Web – (6 hours) $60.00

Learn to browse the Web, conduct searches, configure your software, explore Web Pages, download free software and more. 

Pre-requisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.

164515                   06/15 - 06/22                   S                   12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1214                              

 

WEB PAGE DEVELOPMENT

 

Create Your Own Web Page Level 1 (6 hours) - $60.00

Use Netscape software to create your own web page.  Learn how to get free graphics to add to the page, how to post it and how to get people to read it and more.  (Textbook Required)

Pre-requisite: World Wide Web or experience using the Internet. 

164519                   06/29 - 07/06                   S                   12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1214                              

 

Create Your Own Web Page Level 2 (6 hours) - $60.00

Using Netscape software learn to add tables, forms and image maps to the page while keeping your page fast and compatible with most browsers.  Discuss active-X, security and site management issues to see how to improve your web pages.

Pre-requisite: Create Your Own Web Page Level 1.  (Textbook Required)

164522                   07/13 - 07/20                   S                   12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1214                              

 


Java Programming Level 1 (20 hours) - $259.00

This course introduces the skills and concepts necessary to design and develop programs using the Java programming language.  Students are given the opportunity to create and debug simple Java programs, using key object-oriented concepts and Java programming rules.  

Pre-requisite: Experience with a programming language (preferable C or C++) and good PC operating skills.

164551                   06/08 - 08/10                   S                   9:30 - 11:30 a.m.                   TBA                               

 

Java Programming Level 2 (20 hours) - $259.00

This course is designed for students with some experience in the Java programming language. Students will learn to use an IDE such as JBuilder, create Java Beans, Network Programming, Java Server Pages, and Java Servlets.

Pre-requisite: Java Programming I or equivalent basic experience using Java.

164555                   06/08 - 08/10                   S                   12:30 - 2:30 p.m.                   TBA           

 


MS WINDOWS 2000 MCSA & MCSE TRAINING

 

The Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification is designed for professionals who implement, manage, and troubleshoot existing network and system environments based on Microsoft Windows 2000 platforms, including Windows, NET Server, Implementation responsibilities include installing and configuring parts of the systems.  Management responsibilities include administering and supporting the systems.

 

The Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) credential is the premier certification for professionals who analyze the business requirements and design and implement the infrastructure for business solutions based on the Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Servers software.

For more information about MCSA or MCSE credentials, or MOC courseware please see the MS Web Site: www.microsoft.com/trainingandservices.

 

Morning Classes

 

MOC 2151 - MS Windows 2000 Network and Operating System Essentials

(24 hours) -  $**.**

The goal of this course is to provide individuals who are new to Microsoft Windows 2000 with the knowledge necessary to understand and identify the tasks involved in supporting Windows 2000 networks. This is an introductory course designed to provide an overview of networking concepts and how they are implemented in Windows 2000. (Combined with MOC2152, provides preparation for MCSA and MCSE exams 70-210, 70-215)

Prerequisites: Proficiency using the windows interface, general knowledge of computer hardware, general knowledge of networking concepts. 

******                   05/13 - 05/24                   MWF                   8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.                    1213

 


MOC 2152 - Implementing MS Windows 2000 Professional and Server

(40 hours) - $**.** 

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install and configure Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional on stand-alone and client computers that are part of a workgroup or domain. In ad­dition, this course provides the skills and knowledge necessary to install and configure Windows 2000 Server to create file, print, Web, and Terminal servers.

(Combined with MOC2151, provides preparation for MCSA and MCSE exams 70-210, 70-215)

Prerequisites: Successful completion of course 2151, or equivalent knowledge.

******                   05/31 - 06/21                   MWF                   8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.                    1213

 

MOC 2126 - Managing a MS Windows 2000 Network Environment

(40 hours) - $**.**

The goal of this 40-hour, instructor-led course is to provide the knowledge required by System Administrators, Network Administrators, and IT professionals who implement, manage and troubleshoot existing network and server environments based on the Microsoft® Windows® 2000 platform.

(Preparation for MCSA exam 70-218)

Prerequisites: Completed Course 2151 and 2152, or equivalent knowledge

******                   07/9 - 07/30                   TRF                   8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.                   1213

 

Evening Classes

 

MOC 2272 - Implementing and Supporting MS Windows XP Professional (40 hours) - $**.** 

The purpose of this course is to address the implementation and desktop support needs of customers that are planning to deploy and support Microsoft Windows XP Professional in a variety of stand- alone and network operating system environments.  (Preparation for MCSA and MCSE exam 70-270)

Prerequisites: Before attending this course, students must have: A+ certification, or equivalent knowledge, Network+ certification, or equivalent knowledge.

******                   05/21 - 06/20                   TR                   6:00 – 10:00 p.m.                    1213

 


MOC 1572 - Implementing and Managing MS Exchange 2000

(40 hours) - $**.**

The goal of this course is to teach students the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, and administer Microsoft® Exchange 2000. (Preparation for MCSE exam 70-244)

Prerequisites: A working knowledge of Microsoft Windows 2000, Completed Course 1560, Working knowledge of Networking, Working knowledge of Internet protocols.

******                   07/08 - 07/29                   MWF                   6:00 – 10:00 p.m.                    1213

 

Weekend classes

 

MOC 2151 - MS Windows 2000 Network and Operating System Essentials

(24 hours) - $**.**

The goal of this course is to provide individuals who are new to Microsoft Windows 2000 with the knowledge necessary to understand and identify the tasks involved in supporting Windows 2000 networks. This is an introductory course designed to provide an overview of networking concepts and how they are implemented in Windows 2000.

(Combined with MOC2152, provides preparation for MCSA and MCSE exams 70-210, 70-215)

Prerequisites: Proficiency using the windows interface, general knowledge of computer hardware, general knowledge of networking concepts.

******                   06/01 - 06/15                   S                   9:00 – 4:30 p.m.                    1213

 

MOC 2152 - Implementing MS Windows 2000 Professional and Server

(40 hours) - $**.** 

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install and configure Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional on stand-alone and client computers that are part of a workgroup or domain. In ad­dition, this course provides the skills and knowledge necessary to install and configure Windows 2000 Server to create file, print, Web, and Terminal servers.

(Combined with MOC2151, provides preparation for MCSA and MCSE exams 70-210, 70-215)

Prerequisites: Successful completion of course 2151, or equivalent knowledge.

******                   06/22 - 07/20                   S                   9:00 – 4:30 p.m.                   1213

 

 

MOC 2126 - Managing a MS Windows 2000 Network Environment

(40 hours) - $**.**

The goal of this 40-hour, instructor-led course is to provide the knowledge required by System Administrators, Network Administrators, and IT professionals who implement, manage and troubleshoot existing network and server environments based on the Microsoft® Windows® 2000 platform

(Preparation for MCSA exam 70-218)

Prerequisites: Completed Course 2151 and 2152, or equivalent knowledge

******                   07/27 - 08/24                   S                   9:00 – 4:30 p.m.                   1213

 


COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN (CAD)

             

AutoCAD Level 1 (12 hours) - $187.00

Learn basic commands to create 2D objects. Use the menu system to draw, select views, change design elements, modify attributes, and add patterns and text.

Pre-requisite: How to use Windows, basic drafting. (Textbook Required)

164329                   05/18 - 06/08                   S                   11:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1208                                 

 

AutoCAD Level 2 (12 hours) - $187.00

Learn to draw compound objects, use layers, change views, and make selections. Use features that will save you time when editing your design.

Pre-requisite: AutoCAD Level 1 or equivalent knowledge. (Textbook Required)

164332                   06/15 - 06/29                   S                   11:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1208                              

 

AutoCAD Level 3 (12 hours) - $187.00

Learn more layer drawing, editing and viewing commands to further speed up your designs. Maximize your design productivity in 2D using hints, tips and tricks.

Pre-requisite: AutoCAD Level 2. (Textbook Required)

164334                   07/06 - 07/20                   S                   11:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1208                              

 

AutoCAD Level 4 (12 hours) - $187.00

Design prototypes, 3-Dimensional commands & techniques to assemble complex computerized models. 3D coordinates, creating 3D surfaces, modeling with solids, shading and rendering techniques. (Textbook Required)

Pre-requisite: AutoCAD Level 3 or 80 hours of working knowledge.

168084                   07/27 - 08/10                   S                   11:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1208                              

 


E-COMMERCE

 

These courses aim to familiarize the non-technical audience with E-commerce terms, business models, and sample cases. These courses are geared toward business community members wanting to have a basic understanding of E-commerce and how it might affect or be applied within their own businesses.

 

E-Commerce Basics (8 hours) - $96.00

This class is geared to individuals interested in understanding what E-Commerce is about. Terminologies such B-2-B, B-2-C, E-C stages, on-line retailing, on-line service, and E-Commerce planning will be explored with the ultimate goal of furnishing the student with the business-basics to make an educated decision about what E-Commerce Strategy, if any, their organization should follow. (Textbook Required)

164558                   05/17 - 05/24                   F                   6:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                              

164569                   06/28 - 07/05                   F                   6:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                              

 

E-Commerce Infrastructure (8 hours) - $96.00

This class covers the primary infrastructure (hardware and software) elements to consider when planning an Internet presence. It also addresses key elements of the web-site development phase, as well as important Internet Security issues. Some of the concepts covered are web authoring tools overview, storefront software overview, data processing tools, copyrights, etc.

Pre-requisite: E-Commerce Basics or equivalent knowledge. (Textbook Required)

164562                   05/31 - 06/07                   F                   6:00-10:00 p.m.                   1214

164572                   07/12 - 07/19                   F                   6:00-10:00 p.m.                   1214

                                     

E-Commerce Marketing (8 hours) - $96.00

This class presents the most relevant features to consider in an E-Commerce Marketing Strategy. Subjects covered include: market research, customer data collection, advertising options, search engines/directories, electronic catalogs, on-line forms, and E-payment (including taxation). (Textbook Required)

Pre-requisite: E-Commerce Infrastructure or equivalent knowledge.

164565                   06/14 - 06/21                   F                   6:00-10:00 p.m.                   1214

164575                   07/26 - 08/02                   F                   6:00-10:00 p.m.                   1214

CURSOS EN ESPAÑOL

 

En nuestro centro de computación aprenderá a manejar los programas más ulitizados en las distintas areas de trabajo.  Nuestros profesores son altamente calificados y en nuestros modernos laboratorios le ofrecemos lo último en tecnología.  El costo del curso incluye los materiales en español. 

No espere. Matricúlese hoy.

 

Para más información, favor llamar al (305) 237-6128.

 

PARA PRINCIPIANTES

 

Introducción a las Microcomputadoras (6 horas) - $59.00

Aprenda a entender y reconocer las partes de una computadora personal. Trabajar  con el ratón y aprender a abrir y cerrar aplicaciones en Windows

Requisito: Ninguno.

164451                   05/14 - 05/16                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                              

164340                   05/18 - 06/01                   S                   12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1210

165233                   07/23 – 07/25                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                                                                                       

VENTANAS

 

Microsoft Windows para Principiantes (6 horas) - $59.00

Aprenda el uso básico de las computadoras, como usar el ratón, trabajar con ventanas, trabajar con la barra de tareas, trabajar con menús y cuadros de dialogo, utilizar los botones de la barra de herramientas, explorador de windows y mucho mas.

Requisito: Introducción a las Microcomputadoras o un conocimiento equivalente. 

164455                   05/21 - 05/23                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                              

164343                   06/08 - 06/15                   S                   12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1210

165235                   07/30 – 08/01                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                                                                                            


MANTENIMIENTO DE ARCHIVOS

 

Mantenimiento de Archivos (4 horas) - $39.00

Aprenda como organizar los archivos en su sistema de computación. Crear, copiar, mover, borrar y recuperar archivos y carpetas. Restaurar archivos y carpetas.

Requisito: Introducción a las Microcomputadoras y Windows para Principiantes o un conocimiento equivalente. 

164458                   05/28 – 05/30                   TR                   7:00 - 9:00 p.m.                   1214                              

164346                   06/22                   S                   12:30 - 4:30 p.m.                   1210           

165236                   08/06 – 08/08                   TR                   7:00 - 9:00 p.m.                   1214

      

CURSOS EN ESPAÑOL

 

 DE 6 HORAS PARA PRINCIPIANTES

 

Microsoft Word 2000 para Principiantes (6 horas) - $59.00

Aprenda a usar el procesador de palabras, como crear documentos, guardarlos, abrirlos, darle formato, copiar mover texto y otros.

Requisito:  Introducción a las Microcomputadoras, Windows para Principiantes y Mantenimiento de Archivos  o un conocimiento equivalente. 

164463                   06/04 - 06/06                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                              

164351                   06/29 - 07/06                   S                   12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1210                              

 

Microsoft Excel 2000 para Principiantes (6 horas) - $59.00

Aprenda a usar un spreadsheet (Hoja de calculo electrónico) crear documentos, guardarlos, abrirlos, darle formato, trabajar con formulas y otros.

Requisito: Introducción a las Microcomputadoras, Windows para Principiantes y Mantenimiento de Archivos o un conocimiento equivalente. 

164465                   06/11 - 06/13                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                              

164363                   07/13 - 07/20                   S                   12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1210                              

 


Microsoft Access 2000 para Principiantes (6 horas) - $59.00

En este curso para principiantes, aprenda los componentes básicos, la terminología y los conceptos de una base de datos. Aprenda a diseñar, crear, editar y modificar una base de datos, la utilización del asistente, del índice, la ordenación y el filtro de registros, como fijar las propiedades de campo, hacer consultas y mucho más.

Requisito: Introducción a las Microcomputadoras, Windows para Principiantes, Mantenimiento de Archivos o un conocimiento equivalente 

164470                   06/18 - 06/20                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                              

164374                   07/27 - 08/03                   S                   12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                   1210                              

 

Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 para Principiantes (6 horas) - $59.00

Por medio de ejercicios aprenda a crear y cambiar una presentación, guardar una presentación como página Web, cambiar el diseño de una diapositiva, insertar objetos en una presentación, revisar la ortografía, corregir errores, mover, copiar, duplicar y eliminar diapositivas, usar datos creados en otros programas, importar y exportar esquemas y otras temas.

Requisito: Introducción a las Microcomputadoras, Windows para Principiantes, Mantenimiento de Archivos o un conocimiento equivalente. 

164475                   06/25 - 06/27                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                              

164380                   08/10 - 08/17                   S                   1:30 - 4:30 p.m.                   1210                              

 


CURSOS EN ESPAÑOL

DE INTERNET

 

El Internet (6 horas) - $60.00

Aprenda a usar el Internet con Netscape Navigator, AOL y MS Explorer.  Como enviar correo electrónico, adjuntar fotografías y documentos, encontrar información y navegar por la red (Web).

Requisito: Windows para Principiantes. 

164478                   07/09 - 07/11                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                              

164336                   07/13 - 07/20                   S                   9:00 - 12:00 p.m.                   TBA           

165237                   08/13 – 08/15                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214

 

Internet: World Wide Web ( 6 horas) - $60.00

Aprenda a navegar por la red (Web), hacer búsquedas, como bajar (download) información a su computadora y más.

Requisito: Windows para Principiantes.        

164480                   07/16 - 07/18                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214                              

164338                   08/03 - 08/10                   S                   9:00 - 12:00 p.m.                   1215           

165238                   08/20 – 08/22                   TR                   7:00 - 10:00 p.m.                   1214


SPECIALTY COURSES

 

For more information, please call Rita Fidalgo (305) 237-6128.

 

Notary Public Workshop (3 hours) - $40.00

This course provides the notary public candidates with the necessary legal information to properly execute their official duties.  Topics covered: procedure to become a notary, law requirements, and a review of the civil marriage ceremony.  Classes are held in English.

164044                   05/18                   S                   9:00 - 12:00 p.m.                   1377           

165137                   06/29                   S                   9:00 - 12:00 p.m.                   1377           

165136                   07/20                   S                   9:00 - 12:00 p.m.                   1377           

                  

OFFICE SKILLS

 

Typewriting I (45 hours) - $87.50                

These classes are designed to help students learn to type without looking at the keyboard.  This course will assist you in mastering the typing of the alphabet, numbers and basic computer punctuation marks. Gain speed and proficiency while writing up documents.

Prerequisite: None (Textbook Required)

164485                   05/18 - 08/24                   S                   9:00 - 12:30 p.m.                   1214

164488                   05/14 - 08/27                   TR                   5:30 - 7:00 p.m.                   1214

 

Typewriting II (45 hours) -        $87.50

These classes are designed for those students who have already completed typing I.  Students will gain speed proficiency and accuracy.    

Prerequisite: Typewriting I (Textbook Required).

164339                   05/17 - 08/23                   F                   6:00 - 9:00 p.m.                   1210