Computers and Technology through Center for Workforce Development
Explore our comprehensive Computers and Technology classes, covering everything from COMPTIA certifications to Microsoft Office proficiency and even Introduction to Artificial Intelligence.
Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a professional, there's something for everyone in our diverse lineup. Level up with COMPTIA IT Fundamentals, COMPTIA A+, COMPTIA Network+, and COMPTIA Security+, or enhance your Microsoft Office skills with courses like MS Excel, and MS Word. Don't miss the opportunity to stay ahead in the digital world - join us today!
Computer & Technology Classes
Discover the foundational information you need to get started in IT. CompTIA boasts its IT Fundamentals certification “is the only single certification that covers all areas of IT foundations, creating a broader understanding of IT.” This course will prepare you to take the CompTIA Fundamentals certification exam. 36 hrs
Instructor: TBD
Starting September 2024, Live Online, $1,099
To register, call 505-566-3214
Be prepared to think on your feet to perform critical IT support tasks. CompTIA A+ certification is trusted by employers around the world to identify the go-to person in end point management and technical support roles. CompTIA A+ appears in more tech support job listings than any other IT credential. This course will prepare you to take the CompTIA A+ certification exam. 69 hrs
Instructor: TBD
Starting October 2024, Live Online, $2,099
To register, call 505-566-3214
Network creation and maintenance are vital to nearly all businesses that have an online presence or rely on online data storage and management. CompTIA Network+ prepares you to support networks on any platform and covers specific skills to design and implement functional networks on the job. This course will prepare you to take the CompTIA Network+ certification exam. 60 hrs
Instructor: TBD
Starting November 2024, Live Online, $1,399
To register, call 505-566-3214
IT security jobs are in high demand! CompTIA Security+ emphasizes hands-on practical skills to ensure you are prepared to solve a wide variety of today’s complex security issues. The Security+ certification is chosen by more
corporations and defense organizations to validate baseline security skills and for fulfilling the DoD 8570 compliance. This course will prepare you to take the CompTIA Security+ certification exam. 36 hrs
Instructor: TBD
Starting December 2024, Live Online, $1,199
To register, call 505-566-3214
Excel is Microsoft’s powerful spreadsheet program, which provides you with an extensive set of tools to organize, analyze, present, and store data. This course will help novice computer users get up to speed with Excel quickly. We will cover different features including creating a new spreadsheet, working with basic formulas and functions, making a spreadsheet look professional and presentable, and saving and printing a spreadsheet. 8 hrs
JAMES RADER holds a Master’s degree from UNM with a Learning Officer concentration, in the field of OILS (Organization, Information & Learning Sciences). He has taught Microsoft programs to hundreds of students.
8/2, FRI, 8am – 5pm, Quality Center for Business, Room 5023, $125
10/25, FRI, 8 am-5 pm, Quality Center for Business, Room 5023, $125
Become familiar with the more advanced selection of features of Excel. We will cover how to create and use advanced formulas, analyze data, organize worksheet data with tables, visualize data with charts, work with graphical objects, and enhance workbooks. 8 hrs
JAMES RADER holds a Master’s degree from UNM with a Learning Officer concentration, in the field of OILS (Organization, Information & Learning Sciences). He has taught Microsoft programs to hundreds of students.
9/20, FRI, 8 am-5 pm, Quality Center for Business, Room 5023, $125
11/15, FRI, 8 am-5 pm, Quality Center for Business, Room 5023, $125
This third part of our Microsoft 365 Excel courseware is intended to help all users get up to speed quickly on the advanced features of Excel. By the end of this course, students should be comfortable in both the online and desktop environments, using automating functions, analyzing and presenting data, auditing and error checking their work, working in multiple workbooks, and accessing and distributing data. 8 hrs
JAMES RADER holds a Master’s degree from UNM with a Learning Officer concentration, in the field of OILS (Organization, Information & Learning Sciences). He has taught Microsoft programs to hundreds of students.
12/7, FRI, 8 am-5 pm, Quality Center for Business, Room 5023, $125
This course offers a foundational exploration into the core concepts of Artificial Intelligence (AI). You will be introduced to the fundamental principles, theories, and applications of AI. From understanding basic machine learning algorithms to exploring real-world AI applications, these concepts will provide a solid groundwork for further study or professional pursuits in the field. 8hrs
RICK EMMERT, a Marine Veteran with a Bachelor’s of Business Administration, brings a wealth of diverse professional experience, rooted in critical thinking to his role as a college instructor. Currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Security Management, Rick teaches courses in Artificial Intelligence and the Administrative Assistant program using Adult Learning Methodologies and a dynamic approach to engage students at their individual levels.
10/18, FRI, 8 am-5 pm, Quality Center for Business, Room 5023, $125
Navigate and perform common tasks in Word, such as opening, viewing, editing, saving, and printing documents, and configuring the application. Format text and paragraphs. Perform repetitive operations efficiently using tools such as Find and Replace, Format Painter, and Styles. 8 hrs
Call our Operations Coordinator at 505-566-4208 to schedule.
Advance your skills as you work with features such as formats, styles, and templates to create professional documents with a consistent look and feel. You will add visual interest to your documents by using the tables and charts features. 8 hrs
Call our Operations Coordinator at 505-566-4208 to schedule.
Today’s audiences are tech savvy, accustomed to high-impact multimedia content, and stretched for time. By learning how to use the vast array of features and functionality contained within PowerPoint, you will gain the ability to organize your content, enhance it with high-impact visuals, and deliver it with a punch. In this course, you will use PowerPoint to begin creating engaging, dynamic multimedia presentations. 8 hrs
Call our Operations Coordinator at 505-566-4208 to schedule.
