Tech Certificates

Office Software: Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace

This comprehensive course will prepare students to effectively utilize the leading office productivity tools: Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. Specifically the course offers a deep dive into Microsoft Word / Google Docs, MS Excel / Google Sheets, and MS PowerPoint / Google Slides. This course is ideal for students aiming to enhance their digital literacy and productivity in academic, personal, and professional settings.

Typing

This practical course will help students develop proficient typing skills through a series of interactive lessons, timed tests, and engaging activities. Students will learn touch typing techniques, accurate hand placement, and essential keyboard shortcuts. By the end of the course, students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their improvement with a timed typing test.

This course introduces students to the rapidly developing world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with an emphasis on Large Language Models (LLMs) like OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini. Designed for less tech-savvy users, it covers practical skills for engaging with AI responsibly and creatively in everyday scenarios.

Programming II - Object-Oriented

This intermediate course dives into object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts, GUI development, and modular programming with Python or Java. Students will learn about recursion, generators, decorators, and third-party libraries, culminating in a project where students develop a GUI-based chess game.

Computer Algorithms and Data Structures

This intermediate-level programming course delves deep into the theoretical foundations and practical applications of computer algorithms and data structures. Students will engage with sorting algorithms, basic and advanced data structures, and algorithmic problem-solving techniques. The course will enhance students' ability to analyze computational complexity and solve complex problems efficiently using any programming language they are comfortable with.

Programming in C++

This advanced course is designed for students with prior programming experience. It delves into the intricacies of C++ programming, emphasizing the transition to C++ syntax, memory management, and enhanced debugging skills. Through a hands-on approach involving projects, students will learn to navigate the complexities of a new programming language, understand its memory handling capabilities, and develop robust debugging techniques.

Intro to Linux

This crash course is for students interested in the Linux operating system, particularly those interested in IT. Through this course, students will learn to install, configure, and manage Linux systems, gaining practical skills in file systems, process management, user management, and security fundamentals.

This beginner-level course introduces students to the essentials of web design and development, focusing on frontend creation with HTML and CSS. Students will learn about the infrastructure of the Internet, how to craft and publish web pages, employ various layout techniques, and ensure web accessibility.

Web Dev II - JavaScript

This intermediate course introduces students to JavaScript, allowing them to create interactive and functional web pages. Starting from basic programming principles, it progresses to advanced JavaScript techniques and introduces JQuery to simplify client-side scripting. Through practical projects, students will gain the skills to enhance web usability and interactivity, preparing them for diverse web development challenges.

Game Dev II - Advanced

This advanced course on game development builds upon the foundational skills taught in an introductory course, focusing on scripting, asset creation, version control, debugging, and playtesting. Students will enhance their game development capabilities through advanced programming techniques, sophisticated asset design, and efficient project management strategies.

3D Art - Blender

This course teaches students how to use Blender, a free and open-source 3D creation software, to create and edit 3D graphics. The course will cover the basics of Blender, including its tools and features, and how to use them to create, manipulate, and enhance 3D models. Students will learn how to work with objects, apply textures, create animations, and render their final projects.

3D Printing

This crash course on 3D printing introduces students to the fundamentals of 3D modeling, slicing, and printing using the FlashForge Guider II 3D printer and PLA filament. Through interactive projects and hands-on exercises, students will learn how to design simple 3D models with Tinkercad, prepare these models for printing with FlashPrint software, and execute the printing process. By the end of this course, students will have the skills to bring their digital creations to life.

Video Software - DaVinci Resolve

This course introduces students to DaVinci Resolve, a popular video editing software used for color correction, audio post-production, and video editing. Students will learn the fundamentals of video editing software, including color grading and audio editing. Students will apply advanced features of DaVinci Resolve to manage video projects from initial import to final export.