IWA-HWG Upcoming Classes Jan 18th, 2006

Testimonials

"Search Engine Optimization is not something that can be learned in one course, however I came away with a basic understanding of SEO and many invaluable resources. Assignments were well thought out and the instuctor, Cindy McMahen, gave timely feedback. Her obvious enthusiasm for the subject was another plus. Well worth the time and money spent! " -- Annette Riley

"I have learned so much about design in this course (Design Concepts). I have had so many aha! moments because of Astrid Garcia's excellent teaching. The wealth of resources she has gathered to share with us is amazing. I don't know of any online course I have taken where the teacher gives as much attention to each student's progress and work as Astrid does." -- Christine Zambrano

"This course (Intro to Web Design) provided me with way more than I expected. The lesson on how to develop a site specification document for a client was outstanding. After taking this course, I feel confident that I can compete in the web site design business world as a professional. The instructor was excellent and very thorough. I would recommend this course as a must take to anyone desiring to be a web site design professional." -- Deani Kirkness

"This was my first on-line course (Illustrator level 1) and now I am hooked! The pace and content was challenging and exciting. Although I normally can learn on my own with the right book, these weekly lessons kept me on target with the right content and the right feedback from an expert in the field." -- Colleen Cook

Open eClasses List

- Search Engine Optimization
- Search engines are the #1 way people find sites on the Web. Learn techniques to increase the traffic to your site and get a top search engine ranking.

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $270.00, Full Members: $170.00

- Design Concepts
- Intimidated by design or creativity? Want to learn how to create more effective site and graphic designs? Then this is the course for you!

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $200.00, Full Members: $100.00

- Introduction to Web Design
- Practical steps to plan, organize, and design a web site from start to finish.

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $200.00, Full Members: $100.00

- Photoshop Level 1
- Intimidated by Photoshop? NOT after this course! Learn the basics, expand your skills and learn professional techniques from the start!

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (8 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- Adobe Illustrator Level 1
- This course teaches beginning through intermediate computerized illustration using Adobe Illustrator.

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Adobe Illustrator Level 2
- Instruction in level 2 Illustrator techniques, tool utilization and logo.

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- HTML Forms
- Forms, form objects, form validation and working with user input.

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (4 weeks).
Non-members: $160.00, Full Members: $60.00

- Intermediate CSS Workshop
- Intermediate-level workshop focuses on real-world CSS issues and applications - including a brief review of basic CSS concepts and 5 hands-on projects

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $200.00, Full Members: $100.00

- Intro to Database Design
- This course will give you the steps to design a database.

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Beginning SQL
- Query, update, and manage relational databases

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- MySQL
- Learn to install, run, tune, create and use MySQL databases.

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- SQL Server Design and Implementation
- Hands on class in developing with SQL Server 2000 Enterprise Edition.

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- Intro to Programming Concepts
- Learn the basic building blocks of programming/scripting. Students will be exposed to the syntax and logic of programming - applicable to any language

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Introduction to JavaScript
- Learn to use and write JavaScript and fundamentals of JavaScript as a web programming language. No previous programming experience required.

Start Date: 23-Jan-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Search Engine Marketing
- Keyword research, optimizing a page, seeking inbound links, submitting to search engines and directories and traffic loganalysis.

Start Date: 06-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- Introduction to Designing Accessible Websites
- Explore the area of web accessibility using a hand-on and project-based approach.

Start Date: 06-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Introduction to HTML
- Learn HTML by hand! Get rid of the WYSIWYG and get down to the nuts and bolts of HTML. Great for beginners!

Start Date: 06-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Introduction to ColdFusion Web Development
- Learn to build database-driven web sites with powerful capabilities in no time at all without prior programming experience.

Start Date: 06-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Java for Non-Programmers
- Explore the Java language fundamentals

Start Date: 06-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $200.00, Full Members: $100.00

- Programming in Java - Introduction
- Explore the Java language fundamentals, use Java for client-side applets

Start Date: 06-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- Introduction to ASP
- Fundamentals of using Active Server Pages (ASP)

Start Date: 06-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- Intermediate ASP
- Using Active Server Pages (ASP) with Databases

Start Date: 06-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $270.00, Full Members: $170.00

- Introduction to XML
- Learn the basics to Extensible Markup Language. (XML) This class will emphasize hands on instruction and practical usage of XML.

Start Date: 06-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Intermediate XML
- Extend your basic understanding of XML. Learn DOM, XSLT, and more. Each week the student will be expected to complete a small project.

Start Date: 06-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- Introduction to Dreamweaver
- Site management, visual design, tools for creating tables and forms, implementing style sheets, and adding javascript or behaviors.

Start Date: 20-Feb-06 (4 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Record and Publish Videos for the Web
- Produce movies in a variety of file types, record the screen, webcam output, audio-only tracks, add special effects, and edit existing video.

Start Date: 20-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $200.00, Full Members: $100.00

- Project Management
- Learn how to manage web development projects.

Start Date: 20-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Legal Issues for Web Designers and Content Managers
- Learn about information security, copyright and trademark laws.

Start Date: 20-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Web Site Promotion
- This course shows how small businesses are successfully taking advantage of the Internet for promotional and marketing opportunities.

Start Date: 20-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Creating Web Graphics with Paint Shop Pro
- Create graphics and modify images using tools, color manipulation, filters, masks and textures. All made easy with Paint Shop Pro.

Start Date: 20-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Intro to 3D Graphics
- GMAX user interface, 3D concepts and terminology, 3D modeling techniques, lights and camera work, materials and textures, and some basic animation.

Start Date: 20-Feb-06 (7 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- Web Security
- Learn the basics of secure coding, prevention of buffer overflow attacks, secure database integration and relevant legal/privacy issues.

Start Date: 21-Feb-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Web Animation with Flash
- How to do everything in Flash the right way. Covers every notion and the basics of actionscripting.

Start Date: 06-Mar-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $200.00, Full Members: $100.00

- Intermediate Flash
- The intermediate class takes off where the introduction stopped and gets much deeper into flash.

Start Date: 06-Mar-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- Web Content Writing and Editing
- Utilizes examples, discussions, and exercises designed to demystify the art and science of effective writing and editing for the e-audience.

Start Date: 06-Mar-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- Introduction to Cascading Style Sheets
- In this course, you will learn the basics of separating style from structure within an HTML document.

Start Date: 06-Mar-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $180.00, Full Members: $80.00

- CSS 2.1 in Depth
- Selectors, Inline Layout, Floating and Positioning

Start Date: 06-Mar-06 (8 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- HTML Level II
- Covers the Strict DTD, more complex tables and briefly covers form layout, image maps, Universal Accessibility, and JavaScript.

Start Date: 20-Mar-06 (8 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- Advanced SQL Server Design and Implementation
- Advanced subjects: TSQL, Stored Procedures, Triggers, Views, and Security.

Start Date: 20-Mar-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $270.00, Full Members: $170.00

- Introduction to SQL Server
- Create and manipulate database objects such as tables, indexes, views, and triggers.

Start Date: 20-Mar-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

- Intermediate JavaScript
- This course focuses on JavaScript's object-based features and creating practical JavaScript applications

Start Date: 20-Mar-06 (6 weeks).
Non-members: $220.00, Full Members: $120.00

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