Microcomputing / Windows 95

This program gives students hands-on skills in text processing, spreadsheet, database, graphics, and communications as preparation for entrance into the exciting field of micro-computing to carry out PC user support, help desk administration, user training, testing and evaluation of new products, or to function as independent consultants.

Program Content

Baruch faculty and consultants from the micro-computer industry have designed a curriculum that emphasizes business applications of microcomputers. The program requires 258 hours of classroom and lab instruction. The curriculum consists of the following courses:

• Introduction to Microcomputers / DOS / Windows 95
• Word Processing-Microsoft Word 97
• Microsoft Access 97
• Microsoft Excel 97
• Application Development of Access 97
• Advanced Microcomputing, including Internet concepts, Advanced Excel and presentation graphics using PowerPoint.

These courses, which are not the same as the courses listed under the Computer section, may be taken individually for $520.

Schedule
The day session meets Mondays through Thursdays, from 1:30 - 4:30 PM, making it possible to complete the certificate and be ready for employment in approximately six months. The Saturday program meets Saturdays from 9:00 - 4:00 pm and may be completed in one year. The next day program begins on October 19, 1998.
The next Saturday program will begin in October 24, 1998.

Tuition
Tuition is $3,100 and includes use of the Continuing Studies microcomputing labs. Placement counseling is available.

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