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A+ Essentials
Program Area: Computer Science & Information Technology
Course Description
A+ Certification is a CompTIA-sponsored testing program that certifies the competency of entry-level (6 months experience) computer service technicians. Major computer hardware and software vendors, distributors, resellers and publications back the program. A+ certification signifies that the certified individual possesses the knowledge and skills essential for a successful entry-level (6 months experience) computer service technician, as defined by experts from companies across the industry. The A+ Training course at Austin Community College is a 128-hour Two Part program including lecture, labs, and exam preparation. The course will prepare students for the CompTIA A+ Essentials certification examination. Prerequisite: A desire to learn. Required textbook: Mike Meyers' CompTIA A+ Guide to Managing and Troubleshooting PCs, Sixth Edition (Exams 220-1001 & 220-1002) 6th Edition, ISBN-13: 978-1-260-45506-9, ISBN-10: 1-260-45506-8.
UX Design
Program Area: Computer Science & Information Technology
Course Description
This course introduces User Experience Design to web developers. It covers basic design principles, the User-Centered Design process, fundamentals of Interface Design, and optimization methods for web graphics. Suggested prerequisite: ITNW 1059 Introduction to WWW Authoring, HTML, and CSS or equivalent experience, and ITNW 1077 Photoshop or equivalent experience or experience in a comparable image editing software such as Affinity Photo or Pixelmator.
Writing 1
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
In this course, students will learn to use standard English grammar in writing paragraphs and compositions. Students work on developing effective simple and compound sentences and using them in their writing. Students are exposed to the modes of argument, process, comparison contrast and classification. This is the first course in a series designed to prepare ESOL student to handle the writing tasks they will encounter in college-credit level courses and the workplace. Integrated with credit ESOL-0371. To register for Writing 1 (COMX 4071) you must also be co-enrolled in Grammar 1 (COMX 4095) this semester or have a passing grade of C or higher in Grammar 1 (COMX 4095) or placement into Grammar 2 (COMX 4097) or higher on the ESOL assessment test.
Hydrotherapy/Therapeutic Modalities Therapy Hydrotherapy
Program Area: Health Sciences
Course Description
The use of accepted hydrotherapy and holistic modalities of external application of temperature for its reflexive effect. Meets the minimum 20-contact-hour requirement for licensure for Massage. Students receive hands-on training in skills and knowledge needed to perform techniques and SPA skills with the use of varying thermal applications. Students are introduced to aromatherapy, reflexology, paraffin, body wrap treatments and hydro/cryotherapy. Each student performs hands-on applications and select spa techniques in lab. Online HIPAA training and completed program application are required.
Being a Citizen
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
This course explores what it means to be an informed and responsible citizen in today’s political environment. Students will develop a practical framework for understanding political systems, evaluating information, and engaging in civic life. The course takes a nonpartisan approach to examining political parties, candidates, and issues while emphasizing critical thinking, media literacy, and civil discourse. Students will learn to engage constructively across differing viewpoints and participate meaningfully in their communities. By the end of the course, students will be prepared to contribute as informed, respectful, and active citizens.
Reading and Vocabulary 2
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
This is an intermediate reading course designed to not only improve reading proficiency but also increase the appreciation of reading. It teaches language through reading and vocabulary. It is for students who need either to improve or review basic reading and vocabulary skills in English. Word attack skills, phonics, and syllabication are some of the skills that are introduced during the course. Students will continue to read level-appropriate academic texts, distinguishing between topics, main ideas, and supporting details. Word attack skills, phonics, syllabication, development of specific skills for increasing speed and extracting information from texts, accuracy in reading comprehension through discussion and writing exercises that focus on meaning. The objective is to help students prepare for future academic coursework. Integrated with credit ESOL-0312.
Course Description
This course is designed to introduce students to the different forms of writing styles within business and the importance of planning, writing, revising, and editing business messages. Students seeking this course should be able to demonstrate fundamental computer skills and working knowledge of all Microsoft 2013 applications, and demonstrate knowledge of basic parts of speech and punctuation. This course is geared toward supporting students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Contact Christine Price at (512) 223-7856 or via email to cprice12@austincc.edu for additional information.
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