Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop with InDesign: Part 1 Designed to familiarize you with the cloud base software that has become the industry standard in digital imaging. Learn computer imaging, scanning, memory management, and imaging basics for the World Wide Web. Also, learn InDesign's typographic design and page layout principles. These skills will enable you to quickly and effectively produce attractive documents. Familiarity with the mac/pc operating system, knowledge of computer file management and use of internet browser. Textbook required. Adobe Software Required, https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/buy/students.html Students must activate their My Northshore account and download Adobe Software prior to first class.

Adobe Creative Cloud: Design Amazing Graphics: Part 1 An introduction to the software most widely used in the graphic and publishing industry today, Adobe Creative Cloud. Using bitmap (Photoshop), vector (Illustrator) and page layout (In Design) graphic software, you will learn to create outstanding print and digital designs. No prior design software knowledge required, but a familiarity with the mac/pc operating system, knowledge of computer file management, and use of internet browser. Adobe Software available with discount upon registration. https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/buy/students.html Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

Digital Photography: Part I- Camera Operations- Remote Learning Course 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.

Digital Marketing for Small Business: Stay in the Game- REMOTE LEARNING COURSE Now is the time more than ever to develop your online presence to grow your business through digital marketing. Learn the fundamentals of digital marketing including SEO, content marketing, social media, email campaigns and more that will help you achieve your goals. Students must activate their MyNorthshore account prior to the first class.

Microsoft Bootcamp with Google Apps Stretch your mind and firm up your Microsoft and computer skills with this fun, fast-paced program that will provide a solid foundation of the Microsoft programs. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook will be covered along with Google Apps and File Management Proficiency. Must have some experience with Windows and the keyboard. Flash drive required: Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

Word for the Workplace: Level 1 Workshop Learn text editing, file management, formatting, creating tables and columns, and more. Must have some experience with Windows and the keyboard. Flash drive required. Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

Website Design & Management with WordPress- REMOTE LEARNING COURSE 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.

Word for the Workplace: Level 1 Have some typing skills, familiar with the keyboard and Windows? Time to take it to the next level. Learn to create, format, and print all types of documents. Discuss file management, text management, formatting, and much more. Flash drive required: Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.