Classes in Technology & Computers

COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

GET STARTED WITH COMPUTERS LIVE ONLINE

Overwhelmed by technology? Build your confidence by exploring Windows 10, completing basic computer tasks, creating simple documents, and safely navigating the Internet with a welcoming instructor as your guide.

Tuition: $205 Instructor: Crystal Armentrout Wed, 6:00- 9:00 pm* | Jan 27- Mar 03, 2021

GET STARTED WITH MICROSOFT OFFICE LIVE ONLINE

An absolute must if you are new to Microsoft Office! Get a hands-on introduction to fundamental skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. First, dive into Word and master ribbon and navigation techniques, character formatting, text editing, table creation, AutoComplete and AutoCorrect usage, and special text effects. Next, utilize Excel to enter/ edit data, construct simple formulas, and illustrate data using column and pie charts. Finally, develop a new presentation, explore layouts and design themes, and create animations and transitions using PowerPoint.

Tuition: $205 Instructor: Crystal Armentrout Wed, 6:00 - 9:00 pm* | Mar 24 - Apr 28, 2021

MICROSOFT OFFICE MASTERY SERIES

MASTERY SERIES: EXCEL LEVEL 1 LIVE ONLINE

Gain hands-on expertise with Microsoft Excel in this beginning-level course that combines the basics with enough tips and short cuts to keep even the experienced users engaged. You will work with the ribbon interface, create formulas and functions, format cell contents, insert & delete columns and rows, create charts, and more. *Keyboarding and mouse skills strongly recommended.

Tuition: $175 Instructor: Crystal Armentrout Wed 6:00- 9:00 pm* | May 12- Jun 09, 2021

IT CERTIFICATION PREP

GOOGLE IT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE ONLINE

Interested in starting a career in IT Support but have little or no experience? The Google IT Support Professional Certificate program is perfect for you! This online program, developed by Google, teaches the skills needed for entry-level IT support positions. Complete the registration pre-screening form as the first step toward enrollment.

Tuition: $159 Instructor: Jim Richerson Registration information available online

FF COMPTIA NETWORK+ CERTIFICATION REVIEW LIVE ONLINE

Earning the CompTIA Network+ Certification shows that you possess the knowledge needed to configure and operate a variety of networking products and are ready to take on the job responsibilities of basic network administration, support, implementation and troubleshooting. Receive material overviews, both exam and performance practice questions, and study materials to prepare to take the Network+ Certification exam. An added bonus – both the textbook and a test voucher are included as part of the course material! Upon completion of the course, you will feel confident and prepared to take the certification exam at a local Testing Center or online – either at the college (March 25, April 1, or April 8) or in your own home. Complete the registration prescreening form as the first step toward enrollment.

Tuition: $840 | FastForward: $280 Instructor: Jim Richerson

Mon, 6:00- 9:00 pm | Jan 25- Mar 08, 2021

FF COMPTIA A+ CERTIFICATION REVIEW LIVE ONLINE

Need guidance or a refresher to assist you in preparing to take the CompTIA A+ Certification Exams? Receive material overviews, both exam and performance practice questions, and study materials to prepare to take the A+ Certification exam. An added bonus – both the textbook and the two test vouchers are included as part of the course material! Upon completion of the course, you will feel confident and prepared to take the certification exams at a local Testing Center or online- either at the college (May 24, May 27, or June 3) or in your own home. Complete the registration pre-screening form as the first step toward enrollment.

Tuition: $840 | FastForward: $280 Instructor: James Richerson

Mon, 6:00- 9:00 pm | Mar 22- May 03, 2021

* FIRST CLASS IS A ONE HOUR ORIENTATION

FF NEW COMPTIA SECURITY+ PREP, CERTIFICATE, AND JOB TRAINING

Are you interested in computer technology, cybersecurity, or secure networking? Do you currently have an IT job but are looking for something more challenging along with a higher salary? This new class will prepare students for exciting and good paying jobs in the field of information and network security. The Security+ class helps students develop important skills with cutting- edge lab simulation technology provided by The Virginia Cyber Range, along with job training.

Tuition: $1350 | FastForward: $450 Instructor: Dan O’Brien

Tue, 6:00- 9:30pm | Jan 26- Mar 30, 2021

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY & IMAGE EDITING

GET TO KNOW YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA LIVE ONLINE

Confused by all the buttons, dials, and menus on your digital camera? Discover how your camera settings like shutter speed, aperture, and ISO work and influence each other as well as how they affect the final image. Learn about the various shooting modes, techniques for managing your growing number of images, as well as ways to share them online.

Tuition: $189 Instructor: Chuck Almarez Mon, 6:00- 9:00 pm* | Jan 25- Feb 22, 2021

MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY LIVE ONLINE

Macro photography provides a view of our world that has always been there but is seldom seen. Extreme close-up views of flowers, insects, or everyday objects can transform the ordinary into the surreal and turn the ordinary into art. With this ten hour workshop and your own camera, begin an exciting adventure of seeing and capturing images using special close-up photography tools and lighting techniques.

Tuition: $155 Instructor: Chuck Almarez Mon, 6:00- 9:00 pm* | May 03- May 24, 2021

IMAGE EDITING WITH LIGHTROOM LIVE ONLINE

One program that does it ALL! Discover how Adobe Lightroom improves your editing workflow from input, to processing and output, and takes your photos to the next level. Explore importing, organizing, and editing images as well as sharing them as prints, in slideshows, on the web, and even book form - all directly from within Lightroom.

Tuition: $189 Instructor: Chuck Almarez Mon, 6:00- 9:00 pm* | Mar 15- Apr 12, 2021

* FIRST CLASS IS A ONE HOUR ORIENTATION

VIDEO PRODUCTION & EDITING

GET STARTED WITH VIDEO EDITING FEATURING ADOBE RUSH LIVE ONLINE

Dip your toes into the video editing world with this quick and easy hands- on workshop using Adobe Rush, a powerful yet entry level video editing software. Become skilled at editing a basic video complete with transitions, voice over, music, titles, and much more!

Tuition: $59 Instructor: Ashley Caudill

Thu, 6:00- 8:30 pm | Feb 04, 2021 Thu, 6:00- 8:30 pm | Apr 15, 2021

NUTS & BOLTS OF VIDEOGRAPHY AND POST PRODUCTION LIVE ONLINE

Learn how to make a great video from beginning to end! Gain an understanding of basic camera operations, proper filming techniques, and how to tell a story through combining video and audio elements using the professional video editing software, Adobe Premiere Pro.

Tuition: $129 Instructor: Ashley Caudill Thu, 6:00- 8:00 pm* | Feb 25- Mar 25, 2021

REGISTRATION IS EASY!

Online at tinyurl.com/brcctechnology or call (540) 453- 2215.

Use your mobile device to scan code.