Courses: [Final Edition]

Abstract

E-Media and Design program; new e-Commerce component; new Certified Network Professional component. The e-Media and Design program opened in in February with next intake in October. Students deal with media convergence, advertising and branding strategies as they pertain to the Internet, Web design and programs such as Flash. In September, the school's e-commerce program and Certified Network Professional program both add new components. E-commerce adds a wireless emphasis, while the Certified Network Professional course of studies adds a security LAN/WAN infrastructure module. All programs run for eight months, including a three-month internship. Info: www.nmasters.com or www.devstudios.com

Office Supervisory Skills; Web CT Technology -- Practical Nurse and Office Supervisory Skills program. The Web CT Technology -- Practical Nurse and Office Supervisory Skills program started last year as did Office Supervisory Skills, which is a complete online study course. The Practical Nursing program uses technology as a value-added study/reference guide for exam preparation. The Office Supervisory Skills program provides instruction to existing and potential workers in office environments. It is an "anytime, anywhere" offering accessed through the Internet. They join NorQuest's slightly older MCSE A+ course of studies designed for students wishing to enter the IT field. Info: www.norquest.ab.ca

Concordia University College of Alberta

After-degree diploma in Information Systems Security. The program is designed to meet the needs of government, industry and business and is only the second credit program of this type in Canada. Combines classroom study and a 12-week field placement. The 15 courses and practicum are to be completed in 13 months or four semesters. Open to full or part-time students with a university degree in any discipline -- a background in computers or math is preferable -- the program includes a management focus. The idea is for graduates to be able to move on to managing information security. To ensure the curriculum remains current, reports are made twice a year to an advisory committee of industry and government officials, including members of Epcor, Nortel Networks and the Communications Security Establishment of the Canadian government.Info: www.concordia.ab.ca

Details: e-mail Ron Ruhl at [email protected]

Academy of Learning Computer & Business Career College

PC Support Specialist; E-learning courses. The recently launched PC Support Specialist diploma is an eight-month program, revolving around A+ certification, and allowing for entry-level tech positions in computer support or network support. An option to take the A+ certification exam is available. The e-learning program offers a chance to gain information on technology oriented subjects chosen from a large course catalogue. Students buy a time block and complete as many courses as they desire during that period. All courses are offered online and are of moderate duration.

Info: www.academyol.com or www.elementk.com

Alberta Career Computer Centre

Systems Support Technology Certificate. Just launched, its first intake was April 17. The next offering of this 42-week program will be in late May, where students will follow A+, N+ and MCSC tracks -- coming out with all three certifications upon completion. Info: www.accc-iti.ab.ca

Alberta College

The school is looking into the creation of a new component for its multimedia program. In the developmental stages, it would focus on the possibilities inherent in interactive television. Multimedia program administrator Info: www.abcollege.ab.ca

MarTech College of Marketing and Management

Web design and e-commerce certificate program. With a tentative June launch date, this program is still in the design phase. It will be oriented to secretarial and administrative personnel who want or need to learn about Web design and e-commerce. It is being planned as a stage-by-stage program starting with introductory-level courses. Courses will be offered in a classroom setting, with a portion of work online. Info: www.martechcollege.com

Metro Community College

Coping with Information Overload; Resources from the Internet; Writing for the Web. These are three new offerings from what was previously the continuing education branch of Edmonton Public Schools. Coping with Information Overload is 10 hours and starts May 1, Resources from the Internet is three hours on May 24. Writing for the Web will be offered in the fall. Info: www.metrocommunitycollege.ca

Network Learning Masters/Dev Studios

E-Media and Design program; new e-Commerce component; new Certified Network Professional component. The e-Media and Design program opened in in February with next intake in October. Students deal with media convergence, advertising and branding strategies as they pertain to the Internet, Web design and programs such as Flash. In September, the school's e-commerce program and Certified Network Professional program both add new components. E-commerce adds a wireless emphasis, while the Certified Network Professional course of studies adds a security LAN/WAN infrastructure module. All programs run for eight months, including a three-month internship. Info: www.nmasters.com or www.devstudios.com

NorQuest College

Office Supervisory Skills; Web CT Technology -- Practical Nurse and Office Supervisory Skills program. The Web CT Technology -- Practical Nurse and Office Supervisory Skills program started last year as did Office Supervisory Skills, which is a complete online study course. The Practical Nursing program uses technology as a value-added study/reference guide for exam preparation. The Office Supervisory Skills program provides instruction to existing and potential workers in office environments. It is an "anytime, anywhere" offering accessed through the Internet. They join NorQuest's slightly older MCSE A+ course of studies designed for students wishing to enter the IT field. Info: www.norquest.ab.ca

The King's University College

Bachelor of Science with a major in computing. A four-year degree program, this was launched last September. In addition to regular course work students will complete 130 hours of field practicum in the commercial, industrial or non-profit sector. King's College offers students the chance to examine issues and theories from a Christian point of view. Info: www.kingsu.ab.ca