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Convenient Daytime Computer Training at Springhouse Computers

Invest in yourself with these 1- and 2-day Computer Workshops at our area’s foremost training center, Springhouse Computer School. From PC intro classes and the full Microsoft Office suite -- including Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, Outlook -- to graphics and web design, QuickBooks and more, Springhouse offers comprehensive training in a state-of-the-art computer lab. Training manual and retake guarantee are included in course fee. Springhouse is located at 770 Pennsylvania Ave., Ste. 120, Exton 19341.


MICROSOFT OFFICE 2007


Click Here for Access 2007 Course Outlines

Access 2007 Level 1: Introduction

Microsoft Access 2007 is a database management program that simplifies the tracking and collection of information. Level 1 topics include exploring the Access interface, creating a database, modifying tables, adding records, creating queries, creating forms and reports.

MCO379-J      Springhouse Computers         Wed, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/7 ................................ $195


Access 2007 Level 2: Intermediate

Level 2 topics include normalizing tables; creating lookup fields; creating expressions; utilizing graphic tools and controls; controlling report layout; and creating charts and PivotTables.

MCO381-J          Springhouse Computers        Fri, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/9 ................................ $195


Access 2007 Level 3: Advanced

Level 3 topics include querying with SQL, creating advanced queries, creating macros, creating macros with user interface, importing/exporting data, and enhancing database performance and security.

MCO382          Springhouse Computers         Wed, 9 am to 4 pm, 6/23 ............................. $195



Click Here for Excel 2007 Course Outlines

Excel 2007 Level 1: Introduction

Microsoft Excel 2007 is one of the easiest and most powerful spreadsheet programs available. Level 1 topics include exploring the Excel interface, navigating a workbook, entering text into a workbook, using formulas and functions, creating charts, using spell checker, and formatting data and the worksheet.

MCO370-J      Springhouse Computers        Mon, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/19 ................................ $195


Excel 2007 Level 2: Intermediate

Level 2 topics include using multiple worksheets, applying advanced formatting, utilizing outlines and subtotals, creating named ranges, working with lists and tables, applying advanced charting techniques, auditing your workbook, and creating templates.

MCO371          Springhouse Computers        Tues, 9 am to 4 pm, 6/29 ................................ $195

MCO371-J      Springhouse Computers        Thurs, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/15 ................................ $195


Excel 2007 Level 3: Advanced

Level 3 topics include using advanced functions, creating lookup and data tables, using advanced list techniques, creating PivotTables and PivotCharts, importing and exporting, creating macros and custom functions, and applying conditional formatting and SmartArt.

MCO373-J      Springhouse Computers        Thurs, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/8 ................................ $195



Click Here for Outlook 2007 Course Outline

Outlook 2007 Level 1

In this course, students learn how to compose and send email, schedule appointments and meetings, manage contact information and tasks, and use notes.

MCO383B-J      Springhouse Computers        Tues, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/6 ................................ $195



Click Here for PowerPoint 2007 Course Outlines

PowerPoint 2007 Level 1

Level 1 topics include building presentations, formatting and proofing presentations, using drawing tools, working with clip art, enhancing presentation and delivering presentations.

MCO375          Springhouse Computers        Wed, 9 am to 4 pm, 6/30 ................................ $195


PowerPoint 2007 Level 2

Level 2 topics include exploring PowerPoint options, working with multi-media objects, adding action buttons, adding comments, finalizing presentation, and inserting an embedded or linked objects.

MCO376          Springhouse Computers        Please call for next available date ................................ $195



Click Here for Word 2007 Course Outlines

Word 2007 Level 1: Introduction

Word 2007 is today's most popular word processing program. Level 1 topics include creating documents, selecting text, formatting characters/paragraphs, inserting tables, inserting headers and footers, proofing, and working with graphics.

MCO368B         Springhouse Computers        Fri, 9 am to 4 pm, 6/25 ................................ $195

MCO368B-J      Springhouse Computers        Tues, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/20 ................................ $195


Word 2007 Level 2: Intermediate

Level 2 topics include implementing styles, working with sections and columns, formatting tables, printing envelopes, inserting graphics, tracking changes, and creating templates.

MCO369          Springhouse Computers        Wed, 9 am to 4 pm, 6/30 ................................ $195


Word 2007 Level 3: Advanced

Level 3 topics include working with mail merge, inserting objects, formatting backgrounds, working with forms, creating and running macros, customizing toolbars and keyboard shortcuts, and working with long documents.

MCO369B         Springhouse Computers        Please call for next available date ................................ $195



MICROSOFT OFFICE 2003



Click Here for Access 2003 Course Outlines

Access 2003 Level 1: Using Database Queries & Reports

A comprehensive introduction to the basics of database design and usage. Topics covered include planning the design of a database, using views, creating a database, creating queries, creating and modifying forms, printing reports, and importing and exporting database objects.

MCO353          Springhouse Computers         Please call for next available date .............................. $195


Access 2003 Level 2: Creating Databases: Tables & Forms

Topics include creating relational databases, working with related tables, defining data entry rules, using advanced query features, creating advanced form designs, using advanced report features, and creating charts.

MCO355          Springhouse Computers        Thurs, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/1 .............................. $195


Access 2003 Level 3: Application Development

Access 2003 Level 3 presents advanced concepts of database design. Topics covered include querying with SQL, creating crosstab queries, creating and using macros, using SQL, working with database utilities, and securing a database.

CO356              Springhouse Computers        Please call for next available date ............................. $195



Click Here for Excel 2003 Course Outlines

Excel 2003 Level 1: Introduction

A thorough introduction to these must-have spreadsheet skills! You'll learn how to set up and design basic worksheets, use mathematical formulas and functions, format, edit, and print.

MCO335          Springhouse Computers        Fri, 9 am to 4 pm, 6/25 .............................. $195

MCO335-J      Springhouse Computers        Thurs, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/22 .............................. $195


Excel 2003 Level 2: Advanced Formatting & Formulas

Topics covered include, large worksheets, linking workbooks, advanced formatting, editing and formulas, document auditing and more.

MCO336B-J      Springhouse Computers        Fri, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/2 .................................. $195


Excel 2003 Level 2: Charting & Importing/Exporting

Learn how to create, format and print charts, format data points, create combination charts and trendlines, add graphic elements, import and export external data, customizing toolbars, and work with templates, and save workbooks as a Web page, inserting hyperlinks and emailing worksheets.

MCO337B-J      Springhouse Computers        Thurs, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/1 .................................. $195


Excel 2003 Level 3: Lists & Pivot Tables

Excel 2003 Level 3 will show students how to Sort lists by columns and filter lists based on complex criteria, create subtotals, validation and database functions, create pivot tables and pivot charts; use goal seek, scenarios, solver and embedding and linking.

MCO338B-J      Springhouse Computers        Wed, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/21 .................................. $195



Click Here for Outlook 2003 Course Outlines

Outlook 2003 Level 1: Email and Scheduling

Topics include sending, receiving and managing mail, creating and assigning tasks, managing appointments and events, planning and managing meetings and customizing options in Outlook.

MCO350B-J      Springhouse Computers        Mon, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/19 ............................. $195


Outlook 2003 Level 2: Advanced Scheduling

Learn some of the more advanced features available in this powerful communication tool. Topics covered include applying and removing filters to messages, using the Rules Wizard, using advanced calendar and scheduling techniques, integrating Outlook with other applications and using Public folders to share information.

MCO351-J      Springhouse Computers        Tues, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/20 ............................. $195



Click Here for PowerPoint 2003 Course Outlines

PowerPoint 2003 Level 1

PowerPoint is one of the easiest and most powerful presentation programs available. Topics include building presentations, formatting and proofing presentations, using drawing tools, working with clip art, enhancing presentation and delivering presentations.

MCO340          Springhouse Computers        Tues, 9 am to 4 pm, 6/29 ............................... $195


PowerPoint 2003 Level 2

Topics covered include building custom presentations, using multimedia, integrating Microsoft Office, using tables and charts, working with advanced presentation techniques, and working with advanced presentation delivery options.

MCO347          Springhouse Computers         Please call for next available date ............................... $195



Click Here for Word 2003 Course Outlines

Word 2003 Level 1: Introduction

Here's everything you need to create professional looking reports, documents and correspondence. Topics covered include Word basics, editing documents, formatting, creating tables, working with page layout and using proofing tools.

MCO332B        Springhouse Computers        Thurs, 9 am to 4 pm, 8/5 .............................. $195


Word 2003 Level 2: Advanced Formatting

Topics covered include working with columns, formatting tables, working with imported data, using styles, inserting headers and footers, using graphics to enhance documents, and using templates.

MCO333B-J      Springhouse Computers        Fri, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/23 ............................ $195


Word 2003 Level 3: Advanced Features --
Long Documents, Mail Merge & Macros

Learn how to effectively use the advanced merging, forms and macros features. Topics covered include creating master documents, creating a table of contents, tracking changes in a document, comparing document versions and creating and running macros.

MCO334B        Springhouse Computers        Wed, 9 am to 4 pm, 6/23 ............................. $195



GRAPHICS AND WEB DESIGN



Click Here for Photoshop CS4 Course Outline

Photoshop CS4 Level 1

Learn what the pros use! Adobe® Photoshop® is the standard for image-editing software. Understanding the different tools and features available in this program will help you maximize your ability to create and edit digital images, and learn retouching, color correcting, image enhancement and compositing. You will explore the Photoshop CS4 interface, learn basic masking techniques, retouching techniques and the use of layers, and learn to apply layer effects and filters to create special effects. Additionally, you will learn to use painting tools and blending modes to create shading effects and how to save images in print and web formats.

MCO361          Springhouse Computers         Mon & Tues, 9 am to 4 pm, 6/28 - 6/29 ............................. $390



Photoshop CS4 Level 2

You have familiarized yourself with the basic image editing tools of Adobe® Photoshop® CS4. In this course, you'll work with the more advanced tools and features available in this advanced version of Photoshop CS4. You will enhance your ability to create accurate masks and image effects, learn the use of the vector tools, automate repetitive tasks, process RAW image files and prepare files for both print and web.

MCO362          Springhouse Computers         Wed & Thurs, 9 am to 4 pm, 6/30 - 7/1 ............................. $390

Click Here for InDesign Course Outlines

InDesign CS4 Level 1

As part of the Adobe® Creative Suite, InDesign is quickly becoming the preferred page layout application for designers. You'll learn all the tools and features of this program to help you create eye-catching documents, and how to prepare those documents for print and web.

MCO363-J       Springhouse Computers        Wed, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/21 ................................ $195


InDesign CS4 Level 2

Increase your InDesign skills and knowledge with this Level 2 course. Topics include Managing Styles, Developing Complex Paths, Handling Page Elements, Administering External Files, Working with XML, Managing Long Documents and more.

MCO364           Springhouse Computers        Fri, 9 am to 4 pm, 8/6 ................................ $195



Click Here for Dreamweaver Course Outlines

Dreamweaver CS4 Level 1

This course introduces you to Dreamweaver by guiding you step by step through the development of a sample Web project. In this 12-hour (2 day) curriculum, you’ll learn to create basic HTML pages by formatting text, inserting images, and setting links and working with tables and forms.

MCO365-J      Springhouse Computers         Thur & Fri, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/15 - 7/16 ............................. $390


Dreamweaver CS4 Level 2

This Level 2 course takes you through more advanced features of creating a web site. Topics include Working with Layers, Cascading Style Sheets, Dreamweaver Behaviors, Creating a Site Map, Search and Replace, Animation and more.

MCO366-J      Springhouse Computers         Thurs & Fri, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/8 - 7/9 ............................. $390



Click Here for Flash CS4 Course Outline

Adobe Flash CS4 Level 1

For the web designer who needs to create a more engaging, interactive, online experience for their visitors! Students will learn to create Flash-based movies with text, graphics, and animations that entertain, grab people’s attention and communicate their message.

MCO385          Springhouse Computers         Please call for next available date ............................. $390



Click Here for HTML/XHTML Course Outline

HTML/XHTML Level 1

In this one-day workshop, you'll the fundamentals of the HyperText Markup Language, or HTML -- the industry standard scripting language for the internet. Topics include HMTL tags, attributes, image formats, colors, creating hyperlinks, and lots of tips and tricks!

MCO386           Springhouse Computers        Please call for next available date ................................ $195

Note: Level 2 HTML/XHTML classes also available. Please inquire.



ACCOUNTING APPLICATIONS



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QuickBooks Pro, Level 1

QuickBooks Pro is one of the most versatile and powerful accounting programs for small businesses on the market today. This six-hour class will teach students how to set up a QuickBooks company; enter account opening balances; create and customize company lists; set up inventory; invoice for services; process customer payments; work with bank accounts, enter and pay bills.

MCO359-J      Springhouse Computers        Fri, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/2 ................................ $195


QuickBooks Pro, Level 2

In this Level 2 class you'll learn how to: customize forms; work with credit card transactions, work with Asset, Liability and Equity accounts; create and customize reports and graphs; track and pay sales tax; manage payroll, complete job estimates, time tracking and costing; create customized letters and forms; and synchronize with Contact Management software.

MCO360-J      Springhouse Computers        Fri, 9 am to 4 pm, 7/23 ................................ $195