sketchup
Learn how to easily create three-dimensional models of your designs with this
amazing free software. SketchUp is intuitive, has an easy-to-use interface, and is
the perfect tool for both beginners and intermediate designers. Topics covered
include drawing to modeling, layers, measurements and dimensions, groups, the
paint bucket, shadows, scenes, Google Earth and the 3D Warehouse. Students
should have basic computer skills.
#34453 $135 R 6:00pm9:00pm 8/299/26
Madison College West
AutoCAd intro
In this class we will discuss and demonstrate the process of Computer Aided
Design using the industry-standard Autodesk AutoCAD. Students will learn
how to customize the software to suit their needs and design methods while
incorporating AutoCAD into their design process using graphic standards.
This course will cover document setup, 2-dimensional drawing, modifications,
dimensioning, and document layout for printing. Students will be prepared to
learn 3-dimensional model building at the completion of this course. Students are
expected to be familiar with Microsoft Windows. See registration page for textbook
information.
#34359 $150 R 6:00pm9:00pm 10/2412/5
Downtown Ed Center
#34374 $150 W 6:00pm9:00pm
9/410/9
Madison College West
AutoCAd intermediate
In this class students will build on the knowledge they already have of AutoCAD,
while discussing and demonstrating the process of creating three-dimensional
models. Students will learn how to customize the software to suit their needs and
design methods while incorporating AutoCAD into their design process using
graphic standards. This intermediate course will cover converting 2D information
to 3D, primitives, solids, surfaces, editing and manipulation. Students will be
prepared to learn advance topics, such as rendering, materials, and lighting at
the end of this course. Students are expected to have a basic understanding of
AutoCAD. See registration page for textbook information.
#34452 $150 W 6:00pm9:00pm 10/1611/20
Madison College West
Autodesk revit Architecture
This course will expand on the concept of Computer Aided Design by exploring
Autodesk Revit Architecture. Revit is Building Information Modeling (BIM) software
that helps you effectively capture and visualize your design concepts and
maintain your vision through the design process creating accurate and reliable
results. The information-rich 3D models are highly effective throughout the
process from design to documentation, and finally construction. See registration
page for textbook information.
#34414 $150 M 6:00pm9:00pm 11/1112/16
Downtown Ed Center
Web design And COntent
mAnAgement
Web design intro
This course introduces the fundamentals of web development. It is intended
to instill a basic understanding of servers and hosting, file structures and
page fetching, HTML, the use of style sheets, web graphic design and content
management, and will set a foundation for further study. This is the first
recommended course to complete the non-credit basic web design certificate;
however, students do not need to be pursuing the certificate to take this course.
Students should have intermediate-level computer skills.
#34376 $79
M 6:00pm9:00pm 11/2512/9
Madison College West
#34378 $79
M 6:00pm9:00pm
9/99/23
Downtown Ed Center
#36328 $79
T 6:00pm9:00pm 10/110/15
Truax Health Building
Html and Css basics for Web
In this course students will be introduced to HTML and CSS for the purpose
of building their own Web pages. Students will begin with basic principles of
using HTML to display and format text and move on to adding images and links,
making tables and frames, and creating forms. Students will learn about style
sheets (CSS) and how to use them to format text and control page layout. After
incorporating JavaScript and multimedia effects, students will learn how to
publish pages to the Web. Intermediate-level computer skills are recommended.
See registration page for textbook information.
#34310 $135 M 6:00pm9:00pm 10/711/4
Downtown Ed Center
#34370 $135 W 6:00pm9:00pm 8/289/25
Madison College West
#36327 $135 T 6:00pm9:00pm 10/2911/26
Truax Health Building
Adobe dreamweaver Cs6 intro
Learn the basics of creating your own web pages with Adobe Dreamweaver. Upon
finishing this course students should be able to design a simple web site. Topics
include basic HTML coding, selecting a page layout, saving pages, inserting
text, links, and pictures, choosing text font, color and size, changing headings
and previewing pages. Intermediate-level computer skills required. Previous
knowledge of HTML is encouraged but not required. See registration page for
textbook information.
#34279 $135 T
6:00pm9:00pm 10/2911/26
Madison College West
#36326 $135 M 6:00pm9:00pm 11/1112/9
Downtown Ed Center
blogging with WordPress
The class will introduce students to the WordPress content management system
capabilities and techniques by exploring the features and benefits of both
WordPress.com and WordPress.org. WordPress.com provides free blogs/websites.
WordPress.org provides software to self-host blogs/websites. Students will create
a personal or business blog using visual step-by-step instructions for creating
and setting up a blog from WordPress.com. The class will explore how to create
engaging written and visual content and students will gain an understanding
of how to manage their blog by exploring all the tools offered by the WordPress
content management system. Students will apply advanced procedures for
self-hosted bloggers, including buying a domain, getting a web host, and
installing WordPress.org. The class will investigate the benefits of self-hosting by
customizing sites through use of plug-ins and themes and custom site editing.
Students should have basic computer skills. See registration page for textbook
information. Students will provide or purchase inexpensive web hosting to fully
participate in this class.
#34377 $135 T
6:00pm9:00pm 9/1710/15
Madison College West
Creating your Own Website with Joomla!
Joomla! is an open-source, web-based content management system (CMS) used
by millions of people worldwide to build and manage their personal or business
websites. Because Joomla! is free software and requires little knowledge of HTML/
CSS code for basic operation, it's a popular choice for individuals, students, and
small businesses who want to create or update their web presence. In this course,
students will learn how to install Joomla! on an internet host, use FTP applications
to upload images and documents onto their servers, and build a basic multi-page
website. Topics will include logo installation, menu construction, basic HTML
coding, website back-up, site organization, and search engine optimization.
Students should have intermediate-level computer skills; previous web design
experience is not required. See registration page for textbook information.
Students are expected to provide web hosting or purchase it from an inexpensive
recommended provider.
#34356 $135 W 6:00pm9:00pm 11/612/11
Downtown Ed Center
intro to Programming with Java
This course is an introduction to Java programming language for people who
have no prior programming experience. Course topics will include variables,
data types, arithmetic operations and precedence, string operations, logical
operations, loops, comments, operator input and more. Students will learn how
to install the JDK on Windows and will design simple programs. Students are
expected to have intermediate-level general computer skills. See registration page
for textbook information.
#34355 $135 T 6:30pm9:30pm
9/310/1
Downtown Ed Center
NEW!
search engine Optimization (seO)
This course explains what search engine optimization (SEO) is and how you
can use it to increase site traffic and ultimately your sales. You will learn how to
measure your progress and success while planning a long-term SEO strategy.
With the dynamic and rapid changes in this field, it is imperative to understand
and implement the latest methods. Topics include understanding search engine
indexing, improving keywords and code structures for indexing, differences
between sponsored links and organic linking, and working with multiple inbound
links such as blogs, partnerships and reciprocal links. You'll also learn how to
measure the effectiveness of your SEO and compare the cost-per-lead of SEO
with other direct marketing approaches. Some prior experience with HTML is
recommended. See registration page for textbook information.
#37610 $135 M 6:00pm9:00pm 11/1112/9
Truax Health Building
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