Paths to College and Career: Free Career Exploration and Intensive Training
Paths to College and Career: Free Career Exploration and Intensive Training
You have many opportunities ahead of you, and Harper College is a great place to start.
Through the Paths to College and Career program, you can think about your future in
a new way, explore career fields, and take advantage of intensive training. Most courses are FREE to you if you qualify for a scholarship, and additional financial
aid is available when you are ready to take the next step.
Click on the plus (+) icons below to learn more about the support services and courses
available:
Free Guided Skills Tutoring at the Learning and Career Center
The Guided Basic Skills Tutoring Lab is a free individualized, self-paced basic skills
tutoring using educational software. A teacher is available to help you get started
and provide additional support.
Basic computer skills: Introduction to Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook using NorthStar Digital
Literacy software
Basic academic skills: Math, reading, and writing using Essential Education software
Location:
Prospect Heights Learning and Career Center, located at 1375 S. Wolf Rd., Prospect Heights, IL
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 am to 12 pm
Career Exploration
What Career is Right for You? (CPE - LCE8000)
10/07 - 11/18/24 (Mondays), 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Online Live
10/09 - 11/20/24 (Wednesdays), 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Hanover Park
You may also check out this online career workshop or attend a virtual live career workshop where you will take career assessments, learn how to understand the results, and
see how they relate to Areas of Interest and Programs of Study at Harper College.
Credit For Prior Learning (CPL)
Soon, Paths to College and Career participants will be eligible for financial assistance
toward:
Credential Evaluations for foreign college credit transfer and translations
10/14 - 11/04/24 (Monday and Wednesday), 9 AM to 11 AM, Blended Hanover Park and
Online Live
1118 - 12/11/24 (Monday and Wednesday), Noon to 2 PM, Prospect Heights
Introduces the use of computer, digital and information literacy skills in the workplace.
Focuses on familiarizing learners with very basic keyboarding functions and word processing.
Covers components of the Web and accessing a website using a browser. Develops critical
thinking skills through evaluating online sources of information, comparing styles
of communication as well as group problem-solving and discussion. Includes topics
such as work readiness skills, workplace communication, the job search and interview
process and career preparation.
Digital Skills for Job Seekers (CE - LGP0015-009)
09/11 - 09/11/24 (Wednesday), 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Online Live
10/14 - 10/14/24 (Monday), 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Online Live
Power Your Online Job Search (CE - LGP0017)
10/08 - 10/08/24 (Tuesday), 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Online Live
Resume Writing Strategies (CE - LGP0016)
09/09 - 09/09/24 (Monday), 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Online Live
11/18 - 11/18/24 (Monday), 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Online Live
Workplace Computer Skills (CPE - LCT8100)
08/20 - 09/12/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 6:00 PM to 9:15 PM, Palatine
9/17 - 10/10/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), Noon to 3:15 PM, Hanover Park
Focuses on familiarizing learners with very basic keyboarding functions and word processing.
Introduces components of the Web and accessing a website using a browser such as Internet
Explorer or Google Chrome. Develops critical thinking skills by evaluating online
sources of information, comparing styles of communication and group problem-solving
and discussion. Includes work readiness skills, workplace communication, job search
and interview process and workforce/career preparation
Essential Workplace Skills
Basic Business Math (CE - LBS0084)
09/16 - 09/18/24 (Mondays and Wednesdays), 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Prospect Heights
Don't miss out on this opportunity to advance your career through the power of basic
business math. This interactive class covers whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages,
simple equations, and percentage formulas with examples of commissions, markups and
markdowns, discounts, sales tax, simple and compound interest, and installment loans.
Practice with bar, line and circle graphs, and follow with just a touch of statistics:
averages, medians, modes, and more.Real-world scenarios and group discussions make this class enjoyable and meaningful.
Boost your confidence and pave the way for new opportunities!
Effective Business Writing (CE - LBS0086)
09/17 - 09/19/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Prospect Heights
Effective Interpersonal Communication (CE - LBS0098)
TBD
Enhance your communication skills to interact more effectively with superiors, colleagues,
team members, customers, and vendors. Effective communication improves overall job
performance and success at the workplace. Learn how to engage in productive meetings,
communicate through conflict, and interact appropriately with your peers.
Grammar Essentials (CE - LBS0085)
TBD
Elevate your communication skills for your professional life and step into a world
where your words leave a lasting impression. You will review the rules of grammar,
identify common errors, and learn to streamline your ideas and messages. You will
practice creating presentations and reports using proper grammar and a polished writing
style. Whether you are a native or non-native English speaker, if you're interested
in enhancing your grammar skills for more effective communication in formal and informal
business settings, this class is for you.
Professional Skills Intensive (CPE - LBS8050)
09/09 - 09/25/24 (Monday and Wednesday), Noon to 3:14 PM, Blended Hanover Park and
Online Live
11/04 - 12/09/24 (Mondays), 6 PM to 9:15 PM, Palatine
Gives students a well-rounded view of some of the professional skills needed in today’s
workforce. Covers topics to help students learn how to communicate well and manage
time. Reviews the principles of equity and inclusion and how to collaborate with others
with different points of view. Teaches students about leveraging technology, solving
problems and the principles and practices of strategic innovation.
Remote Work Basics (CE - LBS0057)
10/02/24 (Monday), 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Prospect Heights
Be effective when working remotely. Learn how to work, communicate remotely and collaborate
with remote teams. Google Meet, Zoom, Webex, and Microsoft Teams will be covered.
Office Administration
Canva for Professionals 1 & 2 (CE - LCT0090/LCT0091)
08/27 - 09/05/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM, Prospect Heights
10/15 - 10/24/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Palatine
Microsoft 365 Office Essentials (CE)
To remain competitive in today’s workforce, job seekers must demonstrate a solid working
knowledge of many software applications and digital skills. The Microsoft 365 Office
Essentials badge program through Harper College Community Education will give you
comprehensive knowledge of critical software applications utilized in the business
world and demonstrate your skill level to your current or future employer. You must
take the following courses to complete the Microsoft 365 Office Essentials PLUS badge:
Using Microsoft Windows 11 (LCT0034)
08/26 - 08/28/24 (Monday and Wednesday), 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Prospect Heights
10/08 - 10/10/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Palatine
Outlook Part 1 (Microsoft 365) (LCT0021)
08/28 - 08/28/24 (Wednesday), 10:35 AM to 12:35 PM, Prospect Heights
10/10 - 10/10/24 (Thursday), 2:35 PM to 4:35 PM, Palatine
Word Part 1 (Microsoft 365) (LCT0084)
09/03 - 09/04/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Prospect Heights
10/15 - 10/17/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Palatine
Word Part 2 (Microsoft 365) (LCT0085)
09/23 - 09/25/24 (Monday and Wednesday), 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Prospect Heights
11/06 - 11/07/24 (Wednesday and Thursday), 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Palatine
Excel Part 1 (Microsoft 365) (LCT0086)
09/09 - 09/11/24 (Monday and Wednesday), 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Prospect Heights
10/22 - 10/24/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Palatine
Excel Part 2 (Microsoft 365) (LCT0087)
10/07 - 10/09/24 (Monday and Wednesday), 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Prospect Heights
11/19 - 11/21/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Palatine
PowerPoint Part 1 (Microsoft 365) (LCT0015)
09/16 - 09/18/24 (Monday and Wednesday), 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Prospect Heights
10/29 - 10/31/24 (Tuesdays and Thursdays), 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Palatine
Microsoft Teams (LCT0083)
09/30 - 10/02/24 (Mondays and Wednesdays), 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Online Live
11/12 - 11/14/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Online Live
Microsoft Excel Digital Badge (CE)
09/09 - 10/21/24 (Monday and Wednesday), 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Prospect Heights
10/22 - 12/10/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Palatine
Become an expert in data manipulation using Excel spreadsheets. Organizations rely
on information to make sound business decisions. The amount of available data growing
on a daily basis, there is an urgent need to make sense of all of that data. Learn
how to organize, calculate, analyze, revise, update, and present your data in ways
that will help the decision makers in your organization steer you in the right direction.This
course provides a foundation for Excel knowledge and skills. PREREQUISITE: Introduction
to Microsoft Windows or equivalent experience.
Microsoft PowerPoint (CE - LCT0015/LCT0031)
9/16 - 10/16/24 (Monday and Wednesday), 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Prospect Heights
10/29 - 12/05/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Palatine
In this course series, you'll gain the skills to efficiently utilize essential presentation
techniques in PowerPoint. Discover how to create compelling presentations, edit text,
format paragraphs, work with graphic images, and prepare for presentation delivery.
This series covers both the desktop and Microsoft 365 versions, including PowerPoint
for the web and OneDrive skills. PREREQUISITE: Using Windows 11 or equivalent experience.
Accounting
Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers (CE - LRN0004)
09/03 - 09/28/24 (Online Anytime), Online anytime
If you never took an accounting course and do not have accounting/bookkeeping experience,
take this course. Learn the financial concepts and accounting processes used in most
businesses. Focus on practical techniques that will increase your effectiveness and
career, such as understanding the seven steps in the accounting cycle and using financial
information in decision making.
This course sets the stage for your future studies in accounting, equipping you with
essential knowledge to understand and analyze financial reports. You will gain a solid
foundation in key accounting concepts and explore accounting as an information system
that generates financial statements for external users. Learn how transactions and
economic events impact a business's financial condition and operating results.
Topics include:Basic accounting concepts and terminology, the accounting equation, financial statements,
accrual and cash basis, and the accounting cycle. The course assumes a corporate form
of organization.
Quickbooks Applications (CPE - LBS8113)
08/19 - 10/13/24 (Online Anytime)
10/14 - 12/08/24 (Online Anytime)
Whether you’re a business owner or someone who needs to know how to use QuickBooks
in your employer's company or organization, this course will deliver the skills you
need to perform. Learn how set up, backup and store company files; create custom reports
and graphs; prepare budgets and payroll; and track changes in your financial accounts.
Students should have knowledge of accounting and have taken LBS 8010, Intro to Accounting,
or have approval from the College. Upon request, this course can be converted to College
credit. This blended course combines online and campus instruction.
Health Care
Activity Director (CPE - LAH8100)
11/12 - 11/21/24 (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays), 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Prospect
Heights and Online
Provides instruction to students to meet the 36-hour IDPH requirement for activity
directors, activity aides/assistants, and others involved with long-term care residents.
Instructs participants on how to develop unique programming to meet the recreational
needs of residents with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, intellectual disabilities,
and serious mental illness
Healthcare Provider CPR (CE - LCP0002)
10/11 - 10/11/24 (Friday), 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Prospect Heights
10/15 - 10/15/24 (Tuesday), 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Palatine
11/12 - 11/12/24 (Tuesday), 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Palatine
12/13 - 12/13/24 (Friday), 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Prospect Heights
09/09 - 10/03/24 (Mondays and Thursdays), 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Online Live
11/04 - 12/02/24 (Mondays and Thursdays), 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Online Live
The ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (ATI TEAS®) measures basic essential skills
in the academic content area domains of reading, math, science, English and language
usage. The test is intended for use primarily with adult health science program applicants
to measure entry-level academic readiness of health science program applicants. Content
experts from Sylvan Learning Centers will review each area of the test and provide
test-taking strategies to improve your score.The TEAS® test is used for admissions to Harper College in the Nursing (RN), Practical
Nursing Certificate, Dental Hygiene, Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography, Diagnostic Medical
Sonography, Physical Therapist Assistant, and Radiologic Technology programs. Program
admission requirements are subject to change.
Management and Leadership
Introduction to Microsoft Project (CE - LCT0007)
09/09 - 09/11/24 (Monday and Wednesday), 5:30 PM to 8:45 PM, Online Live
Familiarize with the basic features and functions of Microsoft Project. Covers the
critical knowledge and skills a project manager needs to create a project plan with
in Microsoft Project during the planning phase of a project. This course will enable
you to draft a project plan with Microsoft Project and fill in and organize the details
to achieve your goals. Learn to build a new project, track progress and analyze costs.
Explore methods of fine tuning and troubleshooting your project plan for best results.
PREREQUISITE: Some experience and competency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly
Word and Excel®, will be useful. Finally, having a foundational knowledge of project
management concepts will help prepare you for working with Microsoft Project.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Prep (CPE - LPM8300)
10/07 - 12/09/24 (Mondays), 6:00 PM to 9:45 PM, Online Live
Teaches experienced project managers, who desire to increase their project management
skills, how to apply a standards-based approach to project management. Offers a job-related
approach to successful project management across application areas and industries.
Prepares students for the Project Management Institute, Inc. Project Management Professional
Certification. Recommended preparation: Project management experience.
Six Sigma Green Belt (CPE - LBS8002)
08/24 - 12/07/24 (Saturdays), 10:00 AM to 12:45 PM, Online Live
Manufacturing, Construction, Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Basic Electrical 101 (CE - LBS0097)
09/05 - 11/07/24 (Thursdays), 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, CLEC Enterprises, Rolling Meadows
Forklift Operator (CPE - LCE8011)
09/30 - 10/21/24 (Mondays and Wednesdays), 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Palatine
12/07 - 12/14/24 (Saturdays), 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Palatine
Supply Chain Management Digital Badge (CE - LBS0094/LBS0095/LBS0096)
This badge series consists of three courses below:
Supply Chain Basics: The flow of goods and services between businesses and locations is important nationally
and in a global economy. Gain an overview of the end-to-end supply chain management
process within a global economy. Explore the organizational and process strategies
used to design a supply chain. Learn the controls used to ensure needs are fulfilled
in a satisfactory and cost-efficient manner. Discover the importance of an effective
and ethical supplier relationship to the achievement of supply chain goals. Discuss
what job roles and career paths exist within the supply chain management field.
Procurement and Logistics Essentials: Warehouses store goods and products until they are needed and, or ready for distribution.
Warehousing allows for greater efficiencies and prevents goods from getting lost or
stolen. Learn what distribution and warehousing practices and strategies exist within
a global economy. Learn what companies do to create a competitive advantage through
warehouse and distribution network design models. Explore current and future approaches
companies use to integrate warehousing and distribution as a core competency within
their supply chain strategy. Discuss what job roles and career paths exist in the
Distribution and Warehousing field.
Manufacturing Overview and Trends: Manufacturing is a vital factor in the United States in order to maintain world leadership
in innovation. Review existing manufacturing practices and trends within a global
economy. Learn ways companies create competitive advantage through manufacturing principles
and network design models. Discover current and future approaches companies use to
integrate manufacturing as a core competency within their supply chain strategy. Discuss
what job roles and career paths exist in the Manufacturing sector and the career paths
that exist within it.
Prepares students for the NABCEP Associate Exam, an industry-recognized credential
for solar professionals. Provides instruction on photovoltaic applications, safety,
electricity basics, solar energy, system components, as well as photovoltaic systems
electrical and mechanical design. Covers key topics for certification preparation
and gives an in-depth introduction to the field of solar energy.
Technology
AWS Certified Solutions Architect (CPE - LCW8602)
08/26 - 11/11/24 (Mondays), 6:00 PM to 9:15 PM, Online Live
Covers the duties of those responsible for implementing, managing, and maintaining
computer systems and a networking architecture in the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud
environment platform as well as preparing students to take the AWS Certified Solutions
Architect - Associate certification exam. Supports an array of cloud service models,
including Infrastructure-As-A-Service, Platform-As-A-Service, and Software-As-A-Service.
Introduces the tools and knowledge needed to support existing cloud resources incorporated
in these service models or on-premises resources that will eventually migrate to the
cloud.
08/26 - 08/28/24 (Monday and Wednesday), 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Prospect Heights
09/24 - 09/26/24 (Tuesday and Thursday), 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Palatine
Gain a general awareness of AI and approaches to equip the future workforce with technical
confidence to learn and apply AI Skills independently. Learn about emerging technologies
and what AI Skills are needed for employment in a digital economy. Learn how AI is
inclusive, impacts daily life and the identify SMART components. AI applications,
development, challenges and internal workings will also be covered.
Artificial Intelligence for the Workplace (CE - LCE0020)
09/23 - 09/23/24 (Monday), 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Online Live
Artificial Intelligence I (CPE - LEM8002)
09/17 - 10/22/24 (Tuesdays), 6:00 PM to 9:15 PM, Online Live
Explores common trade applications of Artificial Intelligence, including novice, intermediate,
and advanced levels. Utilizes linear regression for predictive maintenance and employee
attrition predictions. Covers how to detect insurance fraud and analyze quality assurance
systems. Prerequisite: Artificial Intelligence I (LEM8002)
AutoCAD Essentials (CPE - LVV8411)
09/10 - 10/10/24 (Tuesdays and Thursdays), 6:00 PM to 9:15 PM, Palatine
Covers the creation of basic 2D drawings using drawing and editing tools, organization
of drawing objects on layers, addition of text and basic dimensions, preparation for
plotting and more sophisticated techniques for drawing setup and productivity. Designed
for new users of AutoCAD software.
Azure Fundamentals (CPE - LNT8900)
08/20 - 10/08/24 (Tuesdays), 6:00 PM to 9:15 PM, Palatine
Cloud+ (CPE - LAP8028)
TBA
Learns how to build cloud sysadmin (systems administrator) skill set to confidently
perform duties in any cloud administrator role. Explores upkeep, configuration, and
reliable operation of computer systems, especially multi-user computers, such as servers.
Prepares students to sit for the CompTIA Cloud+ certification exam. Must have completed
A+ or related experience.
09/04 - 12/11/24 (Wednesdays), 6:00 PM to 10:15 PM, Online Live
Introduces standard networking terms, concepts and devices. Focuses on the selection,
connection, configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco switches and routers as they
are commonly used in small- to medium-sized networks. Helps students prepare for theCCNAA
certification exams. Must have CompTIAA A+ training or equivalent experience prior
to enrollment.
CompTIAA A+ Technician (CPE - LAP8020)
08/20 - 11/26/24 (Tuesdays), 6:00 PM to 10:15 PM, Online Live
Prepare for a career as an information technology (IT) professional or personal computer
(PC) technician. Learn how to install, upgrade, repair, configure, troubleshoot, optimize,
and perform preventive maintenance of personal computer hardware and operating systems.
This course helps prepare you for theCompTIAA A+ certification examinations in order
to become aCompTIAA A+ Certified Professional. Prerequisites: Be able to browse and
search the Internet, operate a personal computer, and work with operating systems
such as Microsoft Windows.
CompTIAA Cybersecurity Analyst+ (CPE - LAP8023)
TBA
Covers the duties of those who are responsible for monitoring and detecting security
incidents in information systems and networks, and for executing a proper response
to such incidents. Introduces tools and tactics to manage cybersecurity risks, while
promoting a comprehensive approach to security on the front lines of defense. Learn
how to identify various types of common threats, evaluate an organization's security,
collect and analyze cybersecurity intelligence, and handle incidents as they occur.
This course prepares students for theCompTIAA Cybersecurity Analyst+ (Exam CS0-001)
and fulfillsDoDD directive 8570.01 for information assurance (IA) training. Prerequisites:CompTIAA
Network+ or equivalent knowledge required.CompTIAA Security+ recommended.
CompTIA DataSys+ (CPE - LAP8024)
08/24 - 10/26/24 (Saturdays), 9:00 AM to 1:15 PM, Online Live
Provides the fundamentals of scripting and programming in a database environment.
Demonstrates designing and modeling databases to complete database tasks. Applies
knowledge to install, configure, and maintain database software while establishing
sound security. Prepares students for the Data Sys+ certification exam.
Cybersecurity Career Exploration (CE - LSP0012)
09/24 - 09/24/24 (Tuesday), 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Palatine
Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking (CE - LSP0007)
10/08 - 10/08/24 (Tuesday), 6:00 PM to 8:15 PM, Online Live
Cybersecurity: Phishing and Generative AI (CE - LSP0011-001)
09/10 - 09/10/24 (Tuesday), 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, Online Live
Exploring Emerging Technologies (CPE - LEM8000)
10/21 - 12/02/24 (Mondays), 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Online Live
Explores how to be part of new technologies that will shape how we live and work.
Provides an understanding of artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity,
cloud computing, big data, internet of things IoTT), augmented reality, virtual reality,blockchainn,
digital privacy, and more. Designed to help students discover their tech path, from
a basic understanding of emerging technology or to pursue a career or advanced training
in this field.
Foundations of Data Analysis (CPE - LCT8350)
08/29 - 09/26/24 (Thursdays), 6:00 PM to 9:15 PM, Online Live
Covers essential skills in data analytics and lays the groundwork for exploring and
implementing advanced big data technologies. Delves into potential career trajectories
and explores the existing education and certification pathways available in the field
of data analytics.
Introduction to Information Technology (CE - LCT0072)
08/26 - 08/28/24 (Monday and Wednesday), 5:30 PM to 8:45 PM, Prospect Heights
If you are considering a career in Information Technology (IT), or want to gain a
solid understanding of IT to help with your professional career, this course will
provide you with the foundational knowledge on personal computers and Information
Technology concepts. Explore which devices, operating systems and computer applications
are commonly used at the workplace. Focus will also be applied to more advanced IT
topics such as Networking, Databases and Security Concepts.
Python Programming (Introduction) (CPE - LIX8101)
09/09 - 10/21/24 (Mondays), 5:15 PM to 8:00 PM, Online Live
Establish knowledge to become sufficient as a beginner Python programmer. Identify
the benefits and usefulness of Python including excellent readability and uncluttered
simple-to-learn syntax which helps beginners to utilize this programming language.
Basic computer experience is required.
IT Fundamentals+ (CPE - LAP8019)
TBA
Provides students with a hands-on introduction to information technology and computer
support concepts. Includes hardware, operating systems, applications, networking,
Internet connectivity and services, security, software development, and database fundamentals.
Javascript (Introduction) (CPE - LSJ8490)
08/20 - 09/24/24 (Tuesdays), 6:00 PM to 9:15 PM, Online Live
Predictive Analytics Using Big Data (CPE - LCT8400)
TBA
Understands how the growth of smart devices and the huge data they generate, along
with the significant increase in the ability of computers to digest and learn from
data, has led to Predictive Analytics becoming a critical area of focus for most businesses.
Explores the three dimensions of Predictive Analytics. Studies technology (databases,
query languages, R language, architectures) and statistical techniques of Big Data
Analytics. Learns the statistical techniques underpinning Predictive Analytics, such
as regression and correlation. Applies Predictive Analytics to a real-life domain
situation.
Introduction to SQL - (CPE - LCT8001) - LCT8001
08/20 - 09/24/24 (Tuesdays), 6:00 PM to 9:15 PM, Online Live
Designed specifically as a web back end, MySQL is a database management system that
powers many of today's high-traffic websites such as YouTube, Facebook, Flickr, and
Yahoo. This course will show you how to quickly and efficiently set up and administer
a MySQL database. Using real-world exercises, you will become proficient in running
SQL queries against the server and in customizing an SQL database using the tools
in the MySQL tool kit. Prerequisites: LCT0193 Intro to JavaScript Programming and
LCT0292 Intro to PHP or equivalent experience.
Tableau Desktop I (CPE - LDT8001)
09/17 - 10/15/24 (Tuesdays), 6:00 PM to 9:15 PM, Online Live
Demonstrates how tools connect to and transform massive amounts of data into visualizations,
dashboards and interactive worksheets. Learns how to identify and configure basic
functions of Tableau. Creates views and customize data visualizations. Creates maps,
dashboards, and stories. This course is intended for individuals using desktop or
web-based data management tools to perform numerical data analysis. Recommended Preparation:
experience using Excel and an understanding of database design concepts.
Web Development Foundations (CPE - LCT8012)
11/07 - 12/12/24 (Thursdays), 6:00 PM to 9:15 PM, Online Live
Web Design Essentials (CPE - LDT8009)
08/19 - 10/13/24 (Asynchronous Online), 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Online Anytime
10/14 - 12/08/24 (Asynchronous Online), 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Online Anytime
This course introduces the foundational skills needed to create web pages utilizing
HyperText Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets CSSS), and an overview of
theJavaScriptt language. Topics include web design best practices, web site hosting,
internet protocols, graphics, media and security. Student will create a business-oriented
web site as a class project.
Information and offerings are subject to change. This program is made possible by
the Illinois Community College Board's Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant.