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ONT 101
Learn to use MS PowerPoint for Windows using its pull-down menus, toolbars and dialogue boxes. PowerPoint as a presentation program allows you to create colourful graphics and text slides along with reports for your projects. This course requires a familiarity with Windows 98 or higher and use of a computer with Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 or higher. 2 units of credit. $244.70 ($164.70 + Online fees $80)
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067 1600 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1652 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 114
Learn to use MS Excel for Windows, a terrific Spreadsheet package that has the convenience of pull-down menus. Learn to create, edit, format and print workbooks. Use mathematical formulas and functions. Create and format Charts. Learn how to create shapes and insert images. Cut, copy and paste data within worksheets and workbooks. Note that students may use the 2010 version of the software, but will follow the 2007 content and textbook. 2 units of credit. $244.70 ($164.70 + Online fees $80)
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067 1824 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1658 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 102
This course is designed to teach advanced topics on Microsoft Excel. Students will learn how to create advanced spreadsheets and be able to manipulate data. Excel is a powerful tool for creating complex electronic workbooks and charts used by an increasing number of industries competing in today’s global marketplace. Note that students may use the 2010 version of the software, but will follow the 2007 content and textbook. Prerequisite: Excel - Specialist or equivalent. 2 units of credit. $244.70 ($164.70 + Online fees $80)
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067 1599 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1653 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 104
Learn to use MS Access for Windows. Through your Internet connection, you will learn to use Microsoft Access 2002(XP), 2003 or 2007 using its pull-down menus, toolbars and dialog boxes. Access is a computerized database that allows you to manipulate, link, chart, query and report your data to customize the information you need. Access creates a system of relational database management in a user-friendly environment. Note that students may use the 2010 version of the software, but will follow the 2007 content and textbook. Prerequisite: Intro to Computers and a knowledge of Excel is strongly recommended. 2 units of credit. $244.70 ($164.70 + Online fees $80)
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067 1827 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1655 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 103
Learn to use the advanced features of MS Access for Windows. Upon completion, you will: enhance tables by creating lookups, create various types of advanced queries, create advanced forms, create relationships between tables to ensure data accuracy, work with form controls, understand macro concepts, create, run, & test Access macros, create & use switchboard forms, set Access defaults and apply Startup options. Pre-requisite: Access - Core 2 units of credit. $244.70 ($164.70 + Online fees $80)
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067 1828 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1654 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 359
This course covers the fundamentals of Visual C++ 2005 software. The emphasis during the first part of the course is learning the C++ language. Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) language concepts will be introduced. The student will learn to develop applications starting with Console Win32 applications. Students will then proceed on to Windows programming using Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFC), generating XP sp2 compatible applications. Students will explore the development tools of Visual C++. Students will then proceed on to Windows programming using Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFC), generating XP sp2 compatible applications. Students will explore the development tools of Visual C++. Pre-requisite: Programming in any language would be an asset. 3 units of credit. $299.60 ($219.60 + Online fees $80)
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067 1506 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1453 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 105
This introductory course will cover the following objectives: Flash vs. Shockwave, interface basics, drawing and painting, working with objects, using type, importing artwork, working with layers, working with symbols and instances, creating animation, adding interactivity, working with sound, publishing and exporting to HTML and self-contained movies. Knowledge of HTML helpful. 2 units of credit. $278.60 (tuition $164.70, material $30, HST $3.90, online fees $80)
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067 1826 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1656 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 186
This course introduces the student to the basics of Javascript, one of the most popularly used scripting language. It is an ‘interpreted’ programming which uses some of the ideas found in the compiled object-oriented programming language, Java. The course also covers the programming constructs including sequence, selection, repetition, variables, arrays, objects and cookies. It allows the programmers / web developers to write functions using objects, the properties (data) and methods (programs) needed for web development. At the end of the course, you will be able to apply fundamental Javascript to deliver dynamic content to WEB based programs. As a programmer you will be able to demonstrate good programming skills to deliver superior Javascript. Pre-requisite: Knowledge of HTML and cascading styling sheets. 3 units of credit. $299.60 ($219.60 + Online fees $80)
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067 1761 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1679 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 187
This course provides the beginning programmer with a guide to developing applications and applets using the Java programming language. Java provides an excellent environment for students to build programs while learning the basics of structured and object-oriented programming techniques. This course covers object-oriented programming concepts including: creating and using classes and methods, loop structures, string method, If/then/else, JOptionPane Class, arrays and creating basic Java Applets. Software: JAVA SDK, JAVA IDE - both free downloads. 3 units of credit. $299.60 ($219.60 + Online fees $80)
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067 1504 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1680 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 189
This course expands upon the basic skills you have in developing Java applications to developing Java applets and more robust Java applications. You will learn some of the more advanced Java topics such as utilizing inheritance, the swing toolkit, layout managers, the event model, exceptions and file input/output. Software: JAVA SDK, JAVA IDE - both free downloads. Pre-requisite: Java Intro or equivalent. 3 units of credit. $299.60 ($219.60 + Online fees $80)
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067 1505 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1711 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 188
This course will provide an introduction to Dreamweaver including: understanding and customizing the DW working environment, creating sites and documents, linking and navigation, site management, typography, images, tables, using layers, using frames, creating forms. Advanced topics will include CSS (cascading style sheets), rollovers and behaviours. Knowledge of HTML is helpful. 2 units of credit. $278.60 (tuition $164.70, material $30, HST $3.90, online fees $80)
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067 1523 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1710 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 191
This is an introduction to the general principles of computer programming. Topics will include the selection of basic data types, basic I/O, operators, repetition, flow control, decisions, arrays and the use of simple user-defined functions and user-defined classes. This course teaches the student how to write computer programs, using a high level language, to solve typical business problems. A structured programming approach is taken for the majority of the course with an introduction to OOP principles and program design also included. The Visual Basic 2005 programming language has been selected as the language vehicle for the course. Pre-requisite: Programming in C or knowledge in any programming language. 3 units of credit. $299.60 ($219.60 + Online fees $80)
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067 1522 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1645 Jan 13-Apr 20

ONT 185
Applying your knowledge of HTML and web page design, this course covers Dynamic HTML. Topics covered include Cascading Style Sheets, controlling content dynamically, positioning with DHTML, implementing advanced DHTML features and structuring data with XML. Pre-requisite: HTML introduction or equivalent. 3 units of credit. $299.60 ($219.60 + Online fees $80)
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067 1524 Sep 9-Dec 16

ONT 184
This course is designed to teach the essential elements of Web computer programming. After the study of the HTML language starting with the very basics of tags, elements and attributes, you will learn the programming concepts that are universal regardless of the implementation language. You learn about programming environments and program elements such as control structures, arrays, numbers, strings, logical and comparison operators. The JavaScript language is used to illustrate and apply the concepts. This introduction also covers web server configuration, browser and server communication, HTTP headers, HTML forms processing, and CGI. 3 units of credit. $299.60 ($219.60 + Online fees $80)
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067 1655 Sep 9-Dec 16
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067 1796 Jan 13-Apr 20