Video Game Design and Development- Online 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/

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.

AutoCAD: An Introduction-REMOTE LEARNING COURSE Through lecture, hands-on exercises, and drawing, learn the introductory features of AutoCAD. Topics include starting and setting up drawings, point coordinate entry methods, creation of basic 2D drawing objects, layer management, line types and colors, selection sets, object snap modes, AutoSnap, polar tracking, object snap tracking, construction techniques, creating and managing text objects, editing geometry, display control, and drawing inquiry methods. Upon completing this course, you will be able to use AutoCAD's precision drawing tools and methods to construct accurate 2D drawings. Strong computer skills and knowledge of windows required. AutoCAD software required. Students must activate their My Northshore account and download AutoCAD Software prior to first class at www.autocad.com, you must use your Northshore email account.

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.

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. 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.

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 exam is not included in the cost of the program. Textbook required: For textbook information visit: https://store.comptia.org/p/978-1-64274-089-9

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.

Excel for the Workplace: Level 1 Shave hours off your work time! Create budget and expense reports by entering and copying formulas and functions. Format spreadsheets with different fonts, styles, shading, and color. Create and print colorful bar, line, and pie graphs. Use the database functions to sort and print records. Flash drive required: Must have some experience with Windows and the keyboard. Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.