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Computer Training

The Continuing Education Department has become one of the leading trainers in computer technology in Palestine. Courses are offered on a regular basis and cover many issues related with computer technology. Tailor-made computer training courses aim at filling the gaps in skill levels of participants working in both the public and private sectors, as well as NGOs and the general public.

All computer training takes place in CED’s fully equipped computer lab located on the campus of Birzeit University. Training is offered by skilled computer experts who work closely with participants to offer one on one training in computer technology.

The following is a complete list of computer courses which are currently being offered by the Continuing Education Department's Computer Laboratory, with the addition of courses which have been offered in the past and may be offered according to demand. Course offerings are expanded continuously to meet with current trends in computer training.

AUTOCAD Release 12

This course introduced the AUTOCAD system to trainees. The course was offered in three modules of varying degrees of skill: Introduction, Beginners, and Intermediate.
Contact Hours: 30 hours per module

AUTOCAD Release 13 3D

An advanced course in AUTOCAD where designers can see their graphs in 3D.
Contact Hours: 36

3D Studio

Used for engineers in order to help them in designing their projects more efficiently. This program has an interface with many graphic programs which in turn produces better images for the designer.
Contact Hours: 30

Computer Accounting System

An introduction to computerized accounting systems and its advantages in business management.
Contact Hours: 40

CDS/ISIS Training: Computerized Documentation

This AMIDEAST sponsored course introduced college and university librarians to the index search interface and format of reservation system. It also offered an introduction to the use of the Internet.
Contact Hours: 36

Construction Management Using Microsoft Project 4.0

Project managers of development and construction projects were introduced to modern project management techniques, project evaluation and review techniques (PERT) by using Microsoft Project 4.0
Contact Hours: 36

CorelDraw 5.0

An introduction to the uses of computers in graphic design. This program is suitable for publishing companies as well as for artists and people working in the field of media.
Contact Hours: 20

Electronic Mail

An introduction to the use of information technology on the Internet and e-mail programs.
Contact Hours: 30

Internet and HTML

How to create a home page on the Internet, and how to browse the World Wide Web. This course can be greatly expanded with the upgrade of the lab, as many of the computers are currently too slow to run the required programs and do not have the necessary specifications for much of the training needed in this course.
Contact Hours: 21

Microsoft Access 2.0

An introduction to data bases using Microsoft Access 2.0 Arabic Edition. Students learn how to create a complete data base, including tables, forms, queries, and reports.
Contact Hours: 45

Microsoft Project 4.0

Project managers of development and construction projects were introduced to modern project management techniques, Project Evaluation and Review Techniques (PERT) by using Microsoft Project 4.0.
Contact Hours: 30

MS-Excel 5.0

This course was offered to a number of groups of professionals and highlighted the advantages of the use of Excel in the work place.
Contact Hours: 30

Microsoft PhotoShop

A program used to enhance graphical images and photos, as well as designing new images and graphs.
Contact Hours: 30

Microsoft Windows

This course offers extensive training on the applications of Microsoft Windows. The course is offered at varying degrees: Introduction, Intermediate and Advanced.
Contact Hours: 30 hours per module.

MS-Word

An in-depth training course on the applications of MS-Word. This course was given in two modules: MS-Word, and Advanced MS Word.
Contact Hours: 30 hours per module

Novell Netware

An introduction to the Novell Netware system.
Contact Hours: 40

Novell Networks: System Management and Administration

An introductory survey of the basic concepts and components of computer networking, including the structure, organization, applications and management of the Internet system, linking individual computer networks to the Information Super Highway.
Contact Hours: 60

Oracle 7.0: Intermediate and Advanced

An introduction to the basic principles and applications of Oracle, using the Oracle program for building data bases..
Contact Hours: 36

Paradox

An introduction to the applications of the Paradox system.
Contact Hours: 20

Spreadsheets in Business

An introduction to using computerized spreadsheets for businesses.
Contact Hours: 30

UNIX Operating Systems

A general introduction to the UNIX environment and its necessary utilities.
Contact Hours: 100

WP 5.1

This course covers the applications and capabilities of WordPerfect 5.1. The course is offered in varying degrees: Introduction, Beginners and Advanced.
Contact Hours: 20-30 hours per module.

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