Learn How to Operate Computers - English y Espanol
Computer Basics classes include basic introduction to keyboard, operating systems, and how to type.

Typing test given during day class times: 9:30am - 1pm, Room 116, fee is $10

Graphics and Web Publishing
Graphics classes include the Adobe Creative Suite (Illlustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), and basic design for print and web. Web publishing includes Dreamweaver.

Microsoft Office
Microsoft products include Word, Excel, Word & Excel together, Intro to the Office suite, and Powerpoint.

Networking/Computer Repair
Networking includes installing and troubleshooting network systems. Computer repair includes troubleshooting and repairing IBM PCs and clones, including A+ Certification training.
Computer Basics

COMPUTERS - KEYBOARDING/LEARNING TO TYPE ON THE COMPUTER
Highly recommended as the first computer class to take to become a successful computer user. This course is individualized to teach three levels of keyboarding: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Students will also be introduced to basic computer functions and formatting features. Receive a Proficiency Rating Letter.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-600-117
Keyboarding/Learn to
Type on the Computer
Cordero
9:30 - 11:30am
M/W
4/7 - 6/11
109
$35
67-600-227
Keyboarding/Learn to
Type on the Computer
Cordero
11:30am - 1:30pm
M/W
4/7 - 6/11
109
$35
67-600-334
Keyboarding/Learn to
Type on the Computer
Ramon
6:30 - 8:30pm
Th
4/10 - 6/12
109
$35


COMPUTERS - APRENDA COMPUTACION
Este curso esta disenado para aquellas personas que tienen poca experiencia en computadoras. Aprender los fundamentos del sistema operativo de windows, Internet y correo electronico.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-603-131
Aprenda Computacion
Hernandez
6:20 - 9:30pm
M
4/7 - 6/9
113
$35


COMPUTERS - BASIC LITERACY
For students who need to learn at a slower pace. Covers the basics of operating systems, simple programs, and the Internet. Note: Thursday class ends at 12pm.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-601-119
Basic Computer Literacy
Miller
9:30am - 12:30pm
M-Th
4/7 - 6/12
111
$35
67-601-233
Basic Computer Literacy
Hernandez
6:20 - 9:30pm
W
4/9 - 6/11
113
$35


COMPUTERS - INTRO TO
This course is designed for those with little or no experience using desktop computers. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of hardware and software, the Windows operating system, and a sample of productivity applications. This course is good preparation for other computer classes at BAS. Certificate offered.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-602-120
Introduction to Computers
Rosen
12:30 - 1:30pm
M-F
4/7 - 6/13
112
$35
67-602-234
Introduction to Computers
Hernandez
6:20 - 9:30pm
Th
4/10 - 6/12
113
$35
67-602-315
Introduction to Computers
Hernandez
9am - 12pm
F
4/11 - 6/13
109
$35


COMPUTERS - INTRO TO (Bilingue Ingles/Espanol)
Introduction to computers and Microsoft Office basics. Bilingual Saturday class. Classes offered in collaboration with BUSD Parent Outreach (510-883-5223).

Level I
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
63-604-106
Computers Intro/Bilingual
Hernandez
9am -12pm
1pm - 4pm
Sat
4/12, 5/3, 6/7
113
No

Level II
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
63-605-106
Computers Intro/Bilingual
Guevara
9am -12pm
1pm - 4pm
Sat
4/12, 5/3, 6/7
112
No


Graphics/Web Publishing/Adobe Creative Suite

INTRO TO THE CREATIVE SUITE
Survey class of the 4 major applications of Adobe's dynamic Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Dreamweaver. Two weeks (4 meetings) in each application, the industry standards for digital imaging, graphics, print, and website development. Work on basic projects to gain an understanding of the concepts involved in each program. 8 weeks.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-633-128
Adobe Creative Suite Intro
Staff
1 - 4pm
Tu/Th
4/8 - 5/29
108
$65

PHOTOSHOP CS3 NEW FEATURES
One session. Saturday workshop. Note: Lecture demo/no student computers. Watch an Adobe Certified Instructor demonstrate the new features of Adobe's latest version of Photoshop. Learn about the new user interface, Auto-Align and Auto-Blend layers, the new Vanishing Point, Smart Object improvements, Smart Filters, the new Curves dialog, Device Central, the new Black and White adjustment layer, new selection refinement choices, new Clone tool options, the HealingBrush, Photomerge for panoramics. A few Photoshop tips and tricks will be demonstrated if there's time.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-638-146
Photoshop CS3 New Features
Minor
11am - 2pm
Sat
5/3
206
$20


PHOTOSHOP CS INTRO - SATURDAY WORKSHOP
One session only. Saturday workshop. Learn basic functions through fun, hands-on projects.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
63-620-306
Photoshop Intro Workshop
Smith
9am - 12pm, 1 - 4pm
Sat
6/7
108
$25


PHOTOSHOP CS, BEGINNING
Learn the creative tools and image editing techniques of Adobe Photoshop CS: manipulate selections, create composite images, repair photos, tint B&W photos, create patterns and blends, modify type, and scan images. Certficate offered. Prerequisite: Good computer skills.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-621-127
Beg Photoshop CS
Smith
1 - 4pm
M/W
4/7 - 6/11
108
$65
67-621-237
Beg Photoshop CS
Minor
6:20 - 9:30pm
M/W
4/7 - 6/11
108
$65


PHOTOSHOP CS, INTERMEDIATE
Application of skills learned in beginning Photoshop class. Learn more advanced features and techniques. Prerequisite: Beginning Photoshop or consent of instructor.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-622-134
Int Photoshop CS
Minor
6:20 - 9:30pm
Th
4/10 - 5/29
108
$35


PHOTOSHOP CS, ADVANCED
Emphasizing advanced Photoshop topics like actions for production efficiency, masking, blending, advanced selections, and special imaging projects requiring multiple layer composites. Homework assigned. This is a fast-paced class. Knowledge of Photoshop is assumed. Pre-requisite: Beginning and Intermediate Photoshop, or consent of instructor.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-623-115
Adv Photoshop CS
Minor
9am - 12pm
F
4/11 - 5/30
108
$35


INDESIGN CS INTRO - SATURDAY WORKSHOP
One session only. Saturday workshop. Get an overview of the tools and possibilities of InDesign, Adobe's page layout program. After learning these basic functions, you will be able to complete simple projects on your own.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
63-624-206
Indesign Intro Workshop
Smith
9am - 12pm, 1 - 4pm
Sat
5/3
108
$25


INDESIGN CS, BEGINNING
Combine text and images with InDesign, an ideal layout program for those who want to create high-quality publications from simple one-page fliers, newsletters and brochures, to multi-chapter books. As part of the Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign combines extraordinary creative freedom and production power. It integrates tightly with other applications including Photoshop and Illustrator.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-625-117
Beg Indesign CS
Smith
9am - 12pm
M/W
4/7 - 6/11
108
$65


INDESIGN CS, INTERMEDIATE
Intermediate/advanced techniques in InDesign.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-626-118
Int InDesign CS
Smith
9am - 12pm
Tu/Th
4/8 - 6/12
108
$65


ILLUSTRATOR CS
Adobe Illustrator CS combines the ease and speed of the computer with the control of fine drawing by hand. Illustrator is a vector-based art production and illustration tool used by graphic designers and production artists designing layouts for documents, or an illustrator creating and previewing fine artwork. Learn techniques for creating object-based images and several methods for placing Photoshop images in production work. Students will work with the web and the 3D features. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Mac computers and at least one software application.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-627-132
Illustrator CS
Richardson
6:20 - 9:30pm
Tu
4/8 - 6/10
108
$35


DREAMWEAVER 8 INTRO - SATURDAY WORKSHOP
One session. Saturday workshop. Intro to building websites with Dreamweaver. Pre-requisite: Good computer skills.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
63-628-406
Dreamweaver Intro Wkshp
Quinones
9am - 12pm, 1 - 4pm
Sat
5/3
111
$25
63-628-506
Dreamweaver Intro Wkshp
Quinones
9am - 12pm, 1 - 4pm
Sat
6/7
111
$25


DREAMWEAVER 8, BEGINNING
Dreamweaver is the industry-leading web development tool, enabling users to efficiently design, develop and maintain standards-based websites and applications. Dreamweaver supports and guides users as their skills grow and web technologies evolve. This class is being offered in our new state-of-the-art computer lab that includes Mac and Windows operating systems. Now is the time to upgrade those rusty web design skills on your platform of choice. Pre-requisite: Good computer and mouse skills.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-629-132
Beg Dreamweaver
Quinones
6:20 - 9:30pm
Tu
4/8 - 6/10
111
$35
67-629-225
Beg Dreamweaver
Quinones
1 - 4pm
F
4/11 - 6/13
111
$35


DREAMWEAVER 8, INTERMEDIATE
Advanced features of Dreamweaver. Pre-requisite: Beginning Dreamweaver.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-630-134
Int Dreamweaver
Quinones
6:20 - 9:30pm
Th
4/10 - 6/12
111
$35


Microsoft

MICROSOFT OFFICE
An introductory course covering the basics of MS Office applications: Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access. Covers the essentials of Internet Explorer and Internet searches. This office suite of programs is used extensively in today's businesses. Textbook required. Certificate offered.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-610-118
MS Office
Simpson
9:30am - 12pm
Tu/Th
4/8 - 6/12
112
$35
67-610-233
MS Office
Guevara
6:20 - 9:30pm
W
4/9 - 6/11
111
$35


MICROSOFT WORD
Learn to create, format, save and print professional-looking documents. Includes individualized instruction for students at all levels. Textbook required. Certificate offered.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-611-120
Microsoft Word
Green
12:30 - 1:30pm
M-F
4/7 - 6/13
113
$35
67-611-232
Microsoft Word
Hernandez
6:20 - 9:30pm
Tu
4/8 - 6/10
113
$35


MICROSOFT EXCEL
A thorough introduction to MS Excel. Excel is an electronic worksheet application that makes working with numbers an easy task. Excel allows you to collect, organize, and analyze data. By using formulas and functions, it is used to crunch numbers and perform automatic calculations. Can also be used as a database to track simple lists of data. Covers how to use Word and Excel together. Textbook required. Certificate offered.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-612-117
Microsoft Excel
Simpson
9:30am -12pm
M/W
4/7 - 6/11
112
$35
67-612-231
Microsoft Excel
Guevara
6:20 - 9:30pm
M
4/7 - 6/9
112
$35


MICROSOFT WORD AND EXCEL
A thorough introduction to MS Word and Excel. Learn to use these programs to perform important office tasks. Gain hands-on learning in a supportive environment. Certificate offered.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-613-120
Word & Excel
Rosen
1:30 - 3:30pm
M-F
4/7 - 6/13
112
$35


MICROSOFT POWERPOINT
One session only. Saturday workshop. An overview of Microsoft Powerpoint. Learn to use this powerful tool to create professional presentations, including different special effects and lecture notes.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
63-614-416
MS Powerpoint
Cordero
9am - 12pm
Sat
5/3
109
$20
63-614-516
MS Powerpoint
Cordero
9am - 12pm
Sat
6/7
109
$20


Networking/Computer Repair

PC REPAIR AND OS / A+ CERTIFICATION TRAINING
Trouble shooting and repairing using state-of-the-art equipment for IBM PC & clones. A rudimentary knowledge of computers is helpful; however, basic concepts and the functions of PCs will be taught. Hardware troubleshooting will be included. Techniques of repairing hardware will be taught hands-on. Upon completion of the course, the student will be prepared to take the industry recognized hardware A+ certification exam and have basic knowledge of troubleshooting and fixing PCs. 100% attendance is recommended. Certificate offered.
Code
Title
Instructor
Time
Day
Dates
Room
Fee
67-608-117
PC Repair And OS
A+ Certfication Training
Staples
9am - 12pm
M/W
4/7 - 6/11
115
$50