Computer Technology Training
Join more than 1,000 students each year who benefit from GTCC's computer training classes. Computer skills and application knowledge are no longer a luxury; they are a necessity in the 21st century.
Being successful in any career requires having a broad range of up-to-date software skills that will positively influence the bottom line. Whether you are just starting and need basic training, you want to enhance existing skills in hopes of a promotion, or you want to learn a new skill to create a new career opportunity, GTCC will meet your needs.
If you would like to train for a professional computer technology certification through GTCC's Workforce Training, GTCC offers Excel and Word MOS Exam Prep; Cisco's CCENT ICND1 and ICND2, Cybersecurity Specialist and CCNA Cyber Ops; CompTIA's A+, Net+ and Security+, Cybersecurity Analyst and Penetration; Windows, and Cisco's Server Administration Essentials.
Basic Computer Technology Courses
Introduction to Windows 10 and OneDrive
This course is designed for those who desire a basic understanding of the features found in Windows 10 or higher. Students will be introduced to search tools, applications, files, settings, web browsing, and OneDrive storage. Upon completion, participants should possess the basic skills to access resources on their computers and the web more easily.
Tuition cost: $70
Contact Personal and Professional Enrichment at 336-334-4822, ext. 55021, or communityeducation@gtcc.edu for more information.
| Course | Name | Dates | Days | Hours | Campus | Room | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSP-4000-WD12 | Intro to Windows & OneDrive | 8/27/24- 10/01/24 | Tu | 6-9 p.m. | Greensboro | W2 Room 219 | Register Now |
Mastering Microsoft Excel
After taking this course, you will be able to take your Excel worksheet from plain, drab numbers to exciting and engaging multimedia.
This class is 100% online and is asynchronous with no specific class times. You may log in at your leisure. Please contact our office at communityeducation@gtcc.edu, and provide your name, email address, and the course you registered for. Once we confirm your enrollment and payment, we will email you a web address for access to your online classroom.
Tuition cost: $195
| Course | Name | Dates | Days | Hours | Campus | Room | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSP-4000-LE23 | Mastering Microsoft Excel | 9/3/24- 9/29/24 | M-Su | Online | Online | Online | Register Now |
Mastering Microsoft Word
After taking this course, you will know the art of document creation and be able to take your professional skills to the next level with Microsoft Word, which is essential for success in the modern business world. Discover how to format text, paragraphs, images, and pages with ease. Get hands-on experience creating professional-looking documents, from resumes and cover letters to reports and brochures.
This class is 100% online and is asynchronous, with no specific class times. You may log in at your leisure. Please contact our office at communityeducation@gtcc.edu, and provide your name, email address, and the course you registered for. Once we confirm your enrollment and payment, we will email you a web address for access to your online classroom.
Tuition cost: $195
| Course | Name | Dates | Days | Hours | Campus | Room | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSP-4000-LE26 | Mastering Microsoft Word | 7/1/24- 7/26/24 | M-Su | Online | Online | Online | Register Now |
Mastering Microsoft PowerPoint
After taking this course, you will be able to bring your ideas to life and leave a lasting impression with Microsoft PowerPoint. Master the tools and techniques that turn humdrum slides into dynamic presentations that will captivate your audience. With hands-on practice and real-world examples, learn design principles and multimedia elements such as images, videos, and charts that elevate you to the next level.
This class is 100% online and is asynchronous with no specific class times. You may log in at your leisure. Please contact our office at communityeducation@gtcc.edu, and provide your name, email address, and the course you registered for. Once we confirm your enrollment and payment, we will email you a web address for access to your online classroom.
Tuition cost: $195
| Course | Name | Dates | Days | Hours | Campus | Room | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSP-4000-LE28 | Mastering Microsoft PowerPoint | 11/4/24- 11/29/24 | M-Su | Online | Online | Online | Register Now |
Intro to Microsoft Excel
This course covers key introductory Excel skills. Topics in Level 1 include entering, editing, and formatting entries; selecting cells and ranges; creating and modifying basic formulas; inserting charts and tables; creating templates; and sorting and filtering data.
Recommended Book: "FastCourse Microsoft Excel 2019 & 365 – Level 1" ISBN: 9781640612082.
Tuition cost: $70
Contact Personal and Professional Enrichment at 336-334-4822, ext. 55021, or communityeducation@gtcc.edu for more information.
| Course | Name | Dates | Days | Hours | Campus | Room | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSP-4000-EX22 | Intro to Excel | 9/10/24- 10/29/24 | Tu | 6-8 p.m. | High Point | H4 Room 124 | Register Now |
| CSP-4000-EX24 | Intro to Excel | 10/3/24 - 10/31/2024 | Tu | 6-8 p.m. | Greensboro | W2 Room 219 | Register Now |
Microsoft Excel 2019 & 365-Level 1
FastCourse Microsoft Excel 2019 & 365: Level 1 covers beginner Excel skills. Jumpstart your career by mastering financial spreadsheets while exploring the Excel interface and features. Learn to enter, edit, sort, and filter data, write and edit formulas, and apply basic formatting for legibility.
Recommended Book: "Microsoft Excel 2019 & 365 – Level 1 of 3" ISBN: 9781640611788.
Tuition cost: $70
Contact Personal and Professional Enrichment at 336-334-4822, ext. 55021, or communityeducation@gtcc.edu for more information.
| Course | Name | Dates | Days | Hours | Campus | Room | Register |
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| CSP-4000-MS12 | MSOffice & 365 Level 1 | 10/15/24- 12/3/24 | Tu | 6-9 p.m. | Greensboro | W2 rm 219 | Register Now |
Graphics & Web Development
Introduction to Adobe Lightroom CC
This course will teach students the basic features of Adobe Lightroom software to prepare and edit images for print and digital media. Students will learn to save, organize, transform, and apply corrections using the desktop and web versions of the application.
Pre-Requisites Required: Basic knowledge of a computer, keyboard, web browsing, and access to an email account.
Tuition Cost: $70
Contact Personal and Professional Enrichment at 336-334-4822, ext. 55021, or communityeducation@gtcc.edu for more information.
Basic Photoshop & Adobe Lightroom
This course is designed to improve skills in Photoshop and Lightroom. Each week, students will learn new techniques and build their skill sets. Students will acquire skills that will assist in graphic design and photography. Students will learn how to create a multi-photo composite as well as other skills to help them edit files to perfection. Students will also learn how to process images using Adobe Lightroom, working with presets and basic exposure tools.
Coursework includes using Photoshop skills to finalize photos and designs. The class will be a mixture of computer lab lectures and hands-on labs. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to market their Photoshop and Lightroom services and book clients. Completion of this course will be required before registering for Portrait retouching classes.
Tuition cost: $70
Contact Personal and Professional Enrichment at 336-334-4822, ext. 55021, or communityeducation@gtcc.edu for more information.
Introduction to Google Workspace
This course will introduce students to Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) as an alternative to Microsoft Office for Business. Students will learn how to create and share documents, collaborate, and communicate using email, chat, and video conferencing with Google's platform of business applications.
Tuition cost: $70
Contact Personal and Professional Enrichment at 336-334-4822, ext. 55021, or communityeducation@gtcc.edu for more information.
Programming & Certifications
Intro to Coding
In this course, students will be introduced to the basics of computer programming and various programming languages. New technology allows people outside of the computer science field to create their own web pages using code. Students will learn the basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript in this course, as well as the practical uses for each.
Tuition cost: $195
| Course | Name | Dates | Days | Hours | Campus | Room | Register |
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| CSP-4000-LE26 | Intro to Coding | 9/3/24-9/28/24 | M-Su | Online | Online | Online |
Programming with Python
PCEP™ – Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer certification is a professional credential that measures the ability to accomplish coding tasks related to the essentials of programming in the Python language.
Python is a flexible, easy-to-understand language for beginners. This course teaches the basic and intermediate concepts of computer programming. The course is designed for beginning programmers and will teach concepts of all programming languages. Topics will include software, hardware, interacting with software to produce simple programs using computations and numbers, including objects and graphics, and working with lists and files, functions, and loops.
Topics will also include decision structures, Boolean's, simulation, data collection, and object-oriented design. This course will prepare students for certification, as well as allowing them to move on to more advanced programming languages.
Tuition cost: $188
PC Troubleshooting & Repair
PC Troubleshooting
This practical course prepares students to understand and resolve issues that occur with personal computers (PCs). Learn to navigate the basic concepts of computer troubleshooting, with a focus
on identifying and replacing hardware components, cables, and more. Students will also learn about troubleshooting and installation of the Windows operating systems and software.
Tuition cost: $133
Payment for class is due at the time of registration.
Professional Computer Technology Certifications
CompTIA IT Fundamentals
Certification Exam: FCO-U61
IT Fundamentals is a comprehensive course designed to provide students with a broad overview of the thriving field of information technology. This course serves as a stepping stone for students interested in pursuing further studies or careers in IT or those seeking to enhance their general digital literacy. Through a mix of lectures, hands-on activities, and group discussions, students will gain an understanding of the basic components of computer systems, including hardware and software, networking principles, data management, and security. The course also emphasizes the importance of digital ethics and effective problem-solving strategies in IT-related scenarios. This course will prepare students for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals (FCO-U61) Certification Exam.
Tuition cost: $147
Resources, textbook, and materials: TestOut.com IT Fundamentals Pro
Contact Personal and Professional Enrichment at 336-334-4822, ext. 55021, or communityeducation@gtcc.edu for more information.
| Course | Name | Dates | Days | Hours | Campus | Room | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSP-4000-FCOM1 | Fundamentals of CompTIA | 8/27/24- 10/17/24 | Tu, Th | 6-9 p.m. | Greensboro | W2 Room 218 | Register Now |
CompTIA A+: A Comprehensive Approach
If you are getting ready for a career as an entry-level information technology (IT) professional or personal computer (PC) service technician, the CompTIA® A+® course is the first step in your preparation. The course will build on your existing knowledge and experience with personal computer software and hardware and will give you fundamental skills and concepts that you will use on the job. You will acquire the essential skills and information you will need to install, upgrade, repair, configure, troubleshoot, optimize, and perform preventative maintenance of basic personal computer hardware and operating systems.
The CompTIA A+ course can benefit you in two ways: Whether you currently work or plan to work in a mobile or corporate environment where you have a high level of face-to-face customer interaction, where client communication and client training are important, or in an environment with limited customer interaction and an emphasis on hardware activities, this course provides the background knowledge and skills you will require to be a successful A+ technician. It can also assist you if you are preparing to take the CompTIA A+ certification examinations, to become a CompTIA A+ Certified Professional.
This course will be taught in a traditional instructor-led format, in an on-campus computer lab.
Certification exam target: CompTIA A+ 220-1101, 220-1102
Tuition cost: $188
Recommended book: About $173 (GTCC Cameron Campus Store)
Resources, textbook, and materials: CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guide, 11th ed. ISBN: 9781264623617 https://jamestownbookstore.gtcc.edu/college
Payment for class is due at the time of registration.
The next class is planned for the Spring 2025 term.
Comp TIA Network+ Certification
This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of networking concepts and acquire the required skills to prepare for a career in network support or administration, or who wish to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification. A typical student taking the CompTIA® Network+® course should have a minimum of nine months of professional computer support experience as a PC or help desk technician.
Prerequisite: Networking experience is helpful but not mandatory; A+ certification or equivalent skills and knowledge is helpful but not mandatory.
This course will be taught in a traditional instructor-led format, in an on-campus computer lab.
Certification exam target: CompTIA Network+ N10-009 exam
Tuition cost: $188
Resources, textbook, and materials: CompTIA CertMaster Learn Network+ (exam N10-009) License. https://jamestownbookstore.gtcc.edu/college (GTCC Jamestown Campus Store)
Payment for class is due at the time of registration.
| Course | Name | Dates | Days | Hours | Campus | Room | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NET-3100-N47 | CompTIA Network+ | 8/22/24- 12/12/24 | Tu, Th | 6-9 p.m. | Cameron | C1 233 | Register Now |
CompTIA Security +/Cybersecurity Analyst Certification Bundle
Cyber threat detection requires specific training that is currently in high demand in any size organization of any type of industry. The CompTIA Security+/Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA) certification course is targeted to those students who want to build their career in IT security domain. This course will be structured toward the CompTIA Security+®, SY0-701, and CySA+®, CS0-003 exam materials to assist students in preparing for the exams.
Prerequisites: None, although it is recommended to have at least CompTIA Network+ or equivalent experience.
This course will be taught in a traditional instructor-led format, in an on-campus computer lab.
Certification exam target: CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exam
Certification exam target: CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 exam
Tuition cost: $188
Recommended book: About $135 (GTCC Cameron Campus Store).
Resources, textbook, and materials: https://jamestownbookstore.gtcc.edu/college
Payment for class is due at the time of registration.
The next class will be scheduled in the Spring 2025 term.
Ways to Register
REGISTRATION is REQUIRED before attending class.
Students can register online or in person:
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- In Person:
- Greensboro Campus: 3505 E. Wendover Ave., Continuing Education Center, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday
- High Point Campus: 901 S. Main St., H1, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday
Scholarship Information
You may be eligible for scholarships. Each scholarship has time-sensitive application deadlines. Click on the link below to learn if you might meet the requirements.
- Corporate and Continuing Education Scholarship
- SECU (State Employees' Credit Union) Continuing Education Scholarship
- Golden Leaf Scholarship Application