Computer: An Introduction An ideal beginner's class from learning computer hardware basics to exploring Windows and Microsoft Office (including Word). Learn through hands-on sessions to open, close, size and switch between windows; create, edit, format, save and print a document. Build the necessary foundation for further study in computers. Knowledge of the keyboard is necessary. Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

Comptia IT Fundamentals CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification is your launch pad for an IT career. Course provides a strong IT foundation for non-technical professionals and advanced end-users at home, work, college, or high school. Focus on essential IT skills including features and functions of common operating systems and establishing network connectivity, identifying common software applications and their purpose, and using security and web browsing best practices. Prepares you for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals examination (Exam FC0-U61) and is a suggested prerequisite to CompTIA A+. Cost of the textbook and the exam are included. ONLINE OPTION AVAILABLE. COPY THIS LINK INTO YOUR BROWSER TO REGISTER: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/northshorecc/training-programs/comptia-it-fundamentals

CyberSafe- Remote Learning Course Attention all end-users of computers, mobile devices, networks, and the Internet! Time to use technology more securely to minimize digital risks. Learn and understand security compliance considerations, social engineering malware, and various other data security related concepts. Explore the hazards and pitfalls and learn how to use technology safely and securely. Book and CyberSafe Certification Exam included.

File Management Proficiency Create, delete, restore, rename, and copy files and folders. Organize and keep track of your files and folders more efficiently using 'My Computer' and the file manager "Explorer". Become proficient in using a flash drive to store files and folders and transfer to another computer. Use a network drive and hierarchy to locate files and folders. Create shortcuts and perform searches. Prerequisite: Completion of Introduction to the Computer or equivalent computer experience. Flash drive required. Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

Excel Intermediate- Remote Learning Learn the techniques for handling large spreadsheets. Use the Solver Add-In analysis tool, the conditional IF function, cell references linking formulas between worksheets, cell and range naming and using named ranges in functions, formatting and customizing charts, the VLOOKUP function and creating a basic macro to automate a regularly used process. Flash drive required: Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

CompTIA A+ Certification Prep CompTIA A+ Certification is the foundation of your Information Technology Profession and provides you with an industry recognized, valued credential. Learn the essential skills and information needed to install, upgrade, repair, configure, troubleshoot, optimize, and perform preventative maintenance of basic PCs, and the ability to connect users to the data they need to do their jobs regardless of the devices being used. This course prepares you to take the CompTIA A+ Certification Exams Core 1 & Core 2. Cost of the textbook and the exam are included. ONLINE OPTION AVAILABLE. ONLINE COURSES CAN BE STARTED ANYTIME THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER. COPY THIS LINK INTO YOUR BROWSER TO REGISTER: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/northshorecc/trainingprograms/ a-plus-certification-with-exam

Word for Beginners Learn to create, edit, and format professional looking documents that stand out and clearly state your ideas. Set margins and line spacing. Use the clipboard to cut, copy and paste text within a document or from one document to another. Learn how to use Font, Paragraph and Page Layout features to make your document look the way you want it and to add pictures, tables and text boxes to your document. Use the Spell check and Auto-Correct tools to help make sure your document is free of errors. Must have some experience with Windows and keyboard. Flash drive required: Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

PowerPoint Create professional looking overheads, slides, signs and on-screen presentations. Explore creating, viewing, editing and formatting through the use of fonts, color, clipart, and drawing tools. Review bar graphs, pie graphs, and organization charts. Flash drive required. Must have some experience with Windows and the keyboard. Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.