Online courses can be started at any time during the semester. Looking to survive and excel in the fast-paced world of web publishing? Then you're going to need to keep up with ever-evolving standard sites like the pros by learning the new standard for web developers-CSS3 and HTML5. Almost every web development tool, including Dreamweaver, Microsoft Expressions Web, and Visual Web Developer, offers support for CSS3 and HTML5. These powerful languages make it easier for you to build and manage large websites, and allow more precise control over the appearance of every page you build. Course includes creating state-of-the-art websites using modern CSS3 and HTML5 techniques. Gain the foundation you'll need to master two critical and fast-growing new web languages. Begin your transition to CSS3 and HTML5 today! To register visit: https://www.ed2go.com/nscc/online-courses/learn-html5/

Online course can be started at any time during the semester. Want to discover a better way to build apps? Learn to make mobile apps that run on iPhone and iPad, as well as on Android, and Windows Phone without being forced to learn five different programming languages. Course covers how to imagine, design, build, and optimize a cross-platform mobile app using the very latest HTML5 standards. The result will be a mobile app that's fast and runs on just about any smartphone, tablet, or computer. By the end you'll have built your first mobile web app, and you'll be on your way to making your dream of being a successful mobile app developer a reality! To register visit: https://www.ed2go.com/nscc/SearchResults.aspx?SearchTerms=creating%20mobile%20apps%20with%20html5&ac=True

Online course can be started at any time during the semester. Online video game design and development is challenging, but the rewards are worth it. Learn to master the skills that open doors to the growing video game industry. At completion you will have designed and created your own video game for the PC and will stand ready to join a team working on projects with larger scope or pursue independent development. Four major areas of study are covered: programming languages, mathematics skill, game asset creation, and modern real-time game engines. To register visit: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/northshorecc/training-programs/video-game-design/

WordPress has grown to become one of the world's most popular content management systems (CMS) and blogging tools. Creating a simple blog or website no longer requires knowledge of any programming language. Learn how to get your blog or website started from installing and configuring the software, to using themes, plug-ins, and widgets. At conclusion, you will have begun to design and develop your first blog or website along with managing and changing content, creating posts, adding pages, embedding video and changing media files. Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

The North Shore is a spectacular place to shoot photos especially in the Summer. Each class meeting, we will gather at some local, photogenic area and discover new ways of capturing the beauty of our region. While shooting you will learn about creative composition and the way light, shadows and textures help to create great photographs. Bring any camera you wish from cell phone to DSLR to mirrorless, the basics are the same and you'll develop your "photographer's eye" as we build our portfolios.

If you've always been shooting in Auto mode, you'll be amazed at how much your images can improve when you take control of your camera settings. Learn the different features on your camera, how to use them, and techniques that result in more creative images. Topics include exposure controls (ISO, aperture, and shutter speed), scene presets, exposure modes, focus options, composition, color balance, lens choice and the use of in-camera flash. The camera required for this class needs to allow you to leave Auto and work in other modes. Have your camera available as we explore technical and artistic ways to better your photography. This virtual class will meet live using the Zoom platform which requires a computer with microphone, camera and internet access. Textbook required: Stunning Digital Photography by Tony and Chelsea Northrup.

Learn to effectively use social media for a variety of professional purposes including connecting with a larger network, improving relationships with existing customers and businesses, and channeling relevant information to the right people. Learn the nuts and bolts of social media platforms including etiquette and ethics, writing effective business content, identifying and how to target your audience, and doing it all on a budget! Includes Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and Pinterest. Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

Learn top strategies to master Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign like a pro! Topics covered will be photo manipulation, layering, brushes, compositing methods, shape manipulation, layering, setting text, color, gradients, layout wireframes, importing graphics, setting text, and master pages. A small amount of experience with Photoshop is preferred to get the most out of this workshop. Access to Adobe software is required, educational discount is available upon activation of NSCC account. Please see https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/buy/students.html for details.