Computer Training Builds Strong Employees, Competitive Businesses

last modified Nov 07, 2008 10:01 AM

WHAT: Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) recognizes the important role computers and technology play in business and creating a competitive advantage. Therefore, Corporate and Continuing Education at CPCC offers one of the most comprehensive computer training programs in the region.

Using state-of-the-art facilities, excellent instructors and convenient times and locations, CPCC can help you sharpen your technology skills this fall through a host of courses that include:

·         MS Outlook: Improve your communication skills and learn how to email, keep a calendar and schedule meetings and tasks in Outlook. Cost: $169.00. Start date: November 13.

·         Dreamweaver Advanced: Study advanced Web site creation features such as navigation bars, style sheets, meta tags and layers. Cost: $249.00. Start date: November 17.

·         Windows Movie Maker Seminar: Experience hands-on movie making and special effects editing techniques. Cost: FREE. Start date: November 17.

·         Adobe Illustrator Advanced: This two-day class will teach you how to use blends, shapes, colors, gradients and custom color palettes to create cutting-edge designs. Cost: $269.00. Start date: November 20.

·         AutoCAD 3D Modeling: Learn AutoCAD’s advanced 3D workspace. Work with 3D coordinates and 2D objects in 3D space. Create and modify 3D solids. Cost: $489.00. Start date: December 1.

·         MS Project: Take this one-day class to learn all about the different facets of project planning. Cost: $169.00. Start date: December 4.

WHERE: CPCC Levine Campus, 2800 Campus Ridge Road, Matthews, N.C.

CONTACT: Registration for all classes and seminars is open until the day before the class begins. To reserve your place, register today at 704.330.4223.

Central Piedmont Community College is the largest community college in North Carolina, offering 100 degree and certification programs, customized corporate training, market-focused continuing education, and special interest classes. CPCC is academically, financially and geographically accessible to all citizens of Mecklenburg County. In 2002, the National Alliance of Business named CPCC the Community College of the Year for its response to the workforce and technology needs of local employers and job seekers through innovative educational and training strategies.
-30-
This release prepared by Mallory Benz, 704.330.6613. An archive of CPCC news releases is at http://www.cpcc.edu/college-news.