This course provides students with an understanding and use of relational database software in a realistic business environment. Topics include: relational database objects, enhancements of forms and reports, analysis and manipulation of data, and integration of database software with other software programs.

Relational database skills including creating, using and modifying tables, queries, forms, reports, data access pages and macros; importing, exporting and managing the database; designing, restructuring and/or creating data bases;setting relationships; validating records; analyzing data; creating reports for management.

This course provides students with an understanding and use of relational database software in a realistic business environment. Topics include: relational database objects, enhancements of forms and reports, analysis and manipulation of data, and integration of database software with other software programs.

This course provides students with an understanding and use of common desktop publishing software in a simulated business environment. Topics include: preparation of newsletters, letters, mailing labels; creation of outlines, tables, forms; and integration of word processing software and other software programs.

Developing a comprehensive business plan for a small business venture with guidance and assistance from the instructor in the completion of the business plan.

Telling a story through a digital medium presents many challenges and opportunities. Students will learn to combine technical skills with the art of storytelling. Experimenting with a variety of sound, still image, and video editing tools, students will learn to choose the right tool for the job.

Students will be introduced to the basics of videography, the use of tripods and camera heads, lighting, and microphone usage. Basic editing will also be covered. Students will gain hands experience in shooting, composition and editing. The art of storytelling through the use of visual imagery will be covered.

This class will explore techniques to improve your digital video productions including workflow, shooting, and non-linear editing techniques. Preproduction tasks such as brainstorming, working with clients, and storyboarding will be practiced.

Students in this course will produce one or more video projects that they choose, plan, and produce on an individual basis. They will be in control of all aspects of the workflow from concept through delivery of final product(s). New equipment and advanced shooting techniques will be experimented with throughout the semester.

This course is designed to provide competency-based instruction on the concepts of e-commerce and the promotion of a business on the Internet. Web page design and the techniques needed to create an effective web page will be emphasized. Internet marketing techniques such as blogging, newsgroups, and search engine optimization will be explored.