COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

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Business Technology

• Adobe CC Design Tools: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
  Learners use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to build, configure, and integrate digital graphics, photo editing, and illustration projects. The course develops hands-on skills in advanced image manipulation, vector design, and document layout for professional digital content creation.
   
• Canva Mastery: The Expert
  This course develops advanced Canva skills including brand asset management, template customization, automation tools, analytics, and interactive design. Learners are prepared to create professional digital and print media using advanced composition and workflow features.
   
• Microsoft Power Automate/Flow for End Users
  This training focuses on using PowerApps and Power Automate to build, trigger, manage, and maintain automated workflows across Microsoft 365. Learners develop practical skills in integrating data sources, designing process automations, and maintaining workflow-based solutions.

Construction Technology

• Introduction to ArcGIS
  Participants learn to create maps, manage geographic data, and perform basic spatial analysis using ArcGIS. The course develops practical skills in working with map layers, attributes, visualization, and location-based data to support analysis and decision-making.

Information Technology

• Advanced Microsoft Power BI
  This course centers on advanced Power BI features, including DAX modeling, Query Editor transformations, spatial analytics, and R integration. Learners strengthen their ability to build secure, deployable, and well-governed analytical solutions and data visualizations.
   
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
  Learners develop skills to design secure, resilient, high-performing, and cost-optimized architectures on AWS, including application configuration, networking, and storage solutions.
   
• CompTIA A+
  This certification covers foundational IT skills in hardware, software, networking, troubleshooting, and security. Learners develop the skills to install, configure, and maintain computer systems and resolve technical issues in professional IT environments.
   
• CompTIA Cloud+
  This certification covers essential cloud infrastructure, virtualization, security, and troubleshooting concepts. Learners build the ability to deploy, optimize, and maintain cloud environments across multiple platforms.
   
• CompTIA Data+
  This certification prepares learners to collect, normalize, analyze, and interpret datasets using statistical methods and data governance practices. Participants build skills for using data to support informed business decision-making.
   
• CompTIA Linux+
  Participants learn to configure, manage, and troubleshoot Linux systems, including command-line operations, security, scripting, networking, and system administration tasks for modern IT environments.
   
• CompTIA Network+
  Learners gain foundational skills in network architecture, operations, security, troubleshooting, and connectivity. The certification prepares participants to build and maintain reliable network infrastructures.
   
• CompTIA Server+
  Participants develop skills to install, configure, secure, and troubleshoot server hardware and software, including storage, virtualization, disaster recovery, and advanced system administration.
   
• Data Analytics - Applied Business Solutions
  Participants learn to clean, transform, and analyze data to uncover patterns, build dashboards, and support business decision-making. The course develops practical skills in presenting data visually and using data to support predictive analysis.
   
• Microsoft Power BI for Excel
  This course focuses on using Power BI and Excel to acquire, shape, and transform data, build data models, and create visualizations. Learners develop the skills to publish and share reports and dashboards that support effective data analysis and communication.
   
• Microsoft Power BI Interactive Data Visualizations
  This course uses Power BI and Power BI Desktop to work with data from CSV, TXT, Excel, and database sources. Learners develop practical skills in merging, grouping, summarizing, calculating, and presenting data through reports and dashboards in Power BI Online.
   
• Microsoft Power BI Intermediate
  This course develops intermediate Power BI skills, including importing and profiling data, merging datasets, creating custom columns, and performing advanced data modeling. Learners also work with time intelligence, R and Python scripting, KPIs, scorecards, and advanced dashboard design.

IoT and Cybersecurity

• CompTIA CySA+
  Learners develop skills in threat detection, behavioral analytics, vulnerability assessment, and incident response. The certification prepares participants to secure organizational systems through proactive cybersecurity analysis.
   
• CompTIA Security+
  Learners build foundational cybersecurity skills in risk management, network security, identity management, cryptography, and threat mitigation. The certification prepares participants to secure systems against modern cyber risks.

Manufacturing Technology

• AutoCAD Level 1: Essentials
  Students learn to operate AutoCAD software to create, edit, and configure basic 2D drawings. The course develops foundational skills in digital drafting, layer management, and document preparation for technical and engineering applications.
   
• AutoCAD Level 2: Intermediate
  This course builds proficiency in AutoCAD through accurate positioning, productivity tools, parametric drawing, block creation, and advanced layout techniques. Learners develop the ability to efficiently produce and manage complex technical drawings.
   
• AutoCAD Level 3: Advanced
  Participants master advanced AutoCAD features such as dynamic blocks, attributes, macros, CAD standards, and automation tools. The course prepares learners to customize workflows and optimize large-scale drafting projects.
   
• Data Analytics and AI in Manufacturing
  Participants learn to collect, prepare, and analyze manufacturing data to support predictive maintenance, optimize logistics, and enhance product development. The course builds applied skills in using AI and analytics to improve industrial workflows.
   
• Rockwell Automation - Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix System Fundamentals - Programmable Controllers
  Introduces the fundamentals of ControlLogix systems and the Studio 5000 Logix Designer environment. Participants learn core system components, controller operation, project navigation, and basic configuration used in industrial automation.
   
• Rockwell Automation - Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: Basic Ladder Logic Programming
  Builds foundational skills in programming Logix 5000 controllers using ladder logic in Studio 5000 Logix Designer. Participants learn to create, edit, test, and troubleshoot basic ladder logic programs for automated control systems.
   

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