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FastTrac NewVenture
The idea. That’s where it starts. Now what do you do with the idea? You could start
a business - but could you start a viable business? Find the answer with the FastTrac
NewVenture program. The FastTrac NewVenture program is a flexible course with
a proven framework to help support you as you start a business and begin your
journey on the road to success. This immersive course is designed to provide
guidance and support in an interactive group oriented environment. Taught by
certified affiliates, participants’build a unique network with one another to help
bolster ideas. You’ll work with others to discover how your business concept aligns
with a real market opportunity, set realistic financial goals, define your company’s
brand, learn how to manage business function and develop and organizational
culture, identify funding sources, and find resources for ongoing business planning.
This course is a great fit for aspiring and early stage entrepreneurs who want to build
a solid foundation that leads to success.
Note: Payment plan is available for this course.
SMB353 | 30 hours | $599 ($299 tuition + $300 fees)
INSTRUCTOR: Brett Kraimer
3085 Tu 5:30pm - 8:30pm 3/7–5/9 FCC/E124B
NEW! Introduction to 3-D Printing
3D printing has been hailed as a solution to all manufacturing problems. Obviously
that is exaggerated, but what is it good for, and when is traditional manufacturing
still the better choice? In this course you will learn how to separate the real promise
of the technology from the hype, and understand the work flow for a consumer-level
3D printer. You will become familiar with some typical online databases of objects
available to print, and get a bit of experience with free or open-source software for
all stages of the process. This class will be primarily focused to introduce you to the
tools of the open 3D printer ecosystem, but the principles will apply to consumer 3D
printers in general.
LRN112 | 4 weeks | $195 fee
INSTRUCTOR: Joan Horvath
3534 Online 2/6–3/3
NEW! Introduction to Maker Tech: The New Shop Class
Arduino. 3D printing. Wearable tech. Your students or your kids may be talking about
these things, but what is all this stuff, and how can you keep up and try to get ahead
of them? This class will survey the core technologies found in makerspaces and
give you a start in understanding what you will need to learn to create awesome
technology projects. You will also learn how to find and sort through the many free
resources online.
LRN113 | 4 weeks | $245 fee
INSTRUCTOR: Joan Horvath
3536 Online 4/3–4/28
Accounting Fundamentals
Demand for accounting professionals currently exceeds supply. If you’re interested
in increasing your financial awareness while also gaining a marketable skill, this
course is for you. You’ll learn the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, as well as how
to analyze and record financial transactions. You’ll get hands-on experience with
handling accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes, and
various common banking activities. We’ll cover all the bases, from writing checks
to preparing an income statement and closing out accounts at the end of each
fiscal period. Whether you’re a sole proprietor looking to manage your business
finances or you simply want to gain an understanding of accounting basics for career
advancement or for personal use, this course will give you a solid foundation in
financial matters.
ONL223 | 24 hours | $119 fee
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
3157 Online 1/18–2/24
3158 Online 2/15–3/24
3159 Online 3/15–4/21
3160 Online 4/12–5/19
3161 Online 5/17–6/23
Accounting Fundamentals II
While it is true that accounting professionals are scarce, those with corporate
accounting experience are even more rare. This course will build on the knowledge
you gained in the introductory accounting course to provide you with a solid
understanding of corporate accounting practices. In Accounting Fundamentals II,
you’ll explore such topics as special journals, uncollectible accounts receivable, plant
assets, depreciation, notes and interest, accrued revenue and expenses, dividends,
retained earnings, and various financial reports for corporations. If you’re interested
in increasing your financial awareness and accountability while also gaining a
marketable skill, this is the course for you.
ONL224 | 24 hours | $119 fee
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
3162 Online 1/18–2/24
3163 Online 2/15–3/24
3164 Online 3/15–4/21
3165 Online 4/12–5/19
3166 Online 5/17–6/23
BUSINESS
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Start Your Own Business
Learn more about financing, licenses, taxes, entities, record keeping, business plans,
marketing and more. This comprehensive course will teach you the steps you need
to take and help you to evaluate your idea and its market feasibility.
SMB100 | 6 hours | $99 ($74 tuition + $25 fees)
INSTRUCTOR: Brett Kraimer
3086 S 9:30am - 12:30pm 2/11–2/18 FCC/B106
BUSINESS & CAREERS
ONL Note: There are multiple sections available for this course. Please ensure
the one for which you are registering is the date you want. Access information
will be sent 24-48 hours before class start date.