Training Services

Training Services offers training sessions at different levels for the following Institutional and commercial applications:

• Microsoft Windows Operating System
• Apple Operating System
• Basic File Management and Promising Practices
• Microsoft Office Productivity Suite (2010/2013/2016/365)
• Microsoft SharePoint Platform
• Colleague WebUI (formerly known as DesktopUI) and Colleague Self-Service
• Camtasia and SnagIt
• General technology related to office/classroom use (mobile devices, digital cameras, etc)

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Sessions can also be arranged On Demand as long as an office can secure at least 5 willing people to be present on the first day of the training.

For more information contact Andre Ortiz at (619) 482-6430 or via e-mail: aortiz@swccd.edu

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The focus of this training module is to introduce and empower new employees to most of our institutional systems and equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to be able to efficiently perform their responsibilities. At the same time, existing employees will also be able to benefit from this training by acquiring new skills, or by being introduced to new institutional systems. With this training, “STEAMers” will be able to gain the knowledge and skills in a collective and contributable cohort experience.

If you are interested in this program, fill out the S.T.E.A.M. interest form below.

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Legend: (RA) = Recommended All Audiences (RAC) = Recommended Administrators and Classified/Confidential Professionals

How Do I...? (RA)
This workshop serves as an open forum for you to come and ask questions about our institutionally supported software including, but not limited to: UIWeb, SharePoint, Microsoft Office (Mac and PC), Adobe Acrobat, and others. Learn time-saving short-cuts and tips and tricks that will help you to be more efficient at your computer. Think of this as an opportunity, as well, to collaborate and share with your colleagues some of yours and their best practices.

Windows and Promising Practices (RA)
Are you a little lost with your new computer running the latest desktop operating system? Would you like to make your transition to the next version of Windows easier? In this workshop you will learn where and how to do all the things you were able to do in your previous Windows operating system. Additionally, some file management best practices tips will be shared with the audience.

Google Suite and Apps (RA)
Do you wish you could take your work files with you anywhere you go? With Google Drive, you can. Come learn about this service and its many advantages such as unlimted storage (for current SWC employees), Google Shared Drives, Google Drive File Stream, and more.

Cyber Safety 101 (RA)
Just how cyber safe are you? Come and learn some tips to protect yourself while at work and at home. Topics covered will be phising e-mails, safe web browsing,  password techniques, mobile device security, and RFID skimming and prevention.

Record and Edit Your Videos (RA)
Would you like to learn how to make, or even star in your own movies? Come to this workshop to learn how to create videos for office promotional, or instructional use. Learn various ways of recording video and how to add special effects and narrations to engage with your audience. This workshop will cover practical concepts with plenty of hands-on experience.

Camtasia Part 1 (RA)
Would you like to record videos from your computer on how to carry out certain functions of programs, applications, or operating systems? Come and learn how to record your computer screen to make tutorial training videos on some of the most widely used systems at SWC. This workshop will teach you how to prepare, record, and edit your recording.

Camtasia Part 2 (RA)
Now that you are familiar with creating videos of your screen, it is time to make them look amazing. This workshop will introduce some of the advanced editing features such as adding Callouts, applying transitions, modifying audio and video properties, as well as green screen techniques and multi-track videos. As a final step, Sharing and Producing options will be covered to determine the best output format for your needs.

SWC Zoom 101 (RA)
Are you new to Zoom, or just curious to know more about its features? Join this workshop for an introductory presentation about this service for all SWC employees. Zoom account is not required to join.

Colleague Self-Service (RA)
Colleague Self-Service has replaced our WebAdvisor tool which will allow us to conduct all of our corresponding requests under one single streamlined interface. From accessing your user profile, to accessing your faculty course options, Colleague Self-Service is here to “save the day.” This demonstration will provide you with an overview of the interface, and will focus heavily on the faculty course options including: rosters, authorizations (add codes), attendance, and more.

Colleague UIWeb (RAC)
Attend this workshop to experience the new web-based ellucian UI system. Come and see the new interface and some of the new features that this version offers.

Office 365 (RA)
Come take a look at both the new cloud-focused Office productivity suite. This versatile version share similarities with the past versions of Office, but it also brings some exciting new features. From simplifying e-mail attachments, to collaborating on files, Office 365 is a solution for all of your productivity projects.

MySWC WebPortal (RA)
Welcome to Southwestern College. This portal site is the virtual place to be at to know where to go and get things done. Come in for a quick introduction to some of our institutional systems.

Adobe PDF Files and Forms (RA)
Learn how to create PDF files from a list of different applications used at SWC to take advantage of the powerful PDF format. We will also explore some basic options of Adobe Acrobat DC and creating fillable forms for print out with the ability to save entered data.

Snag It (RA)
I screen, you screen, we all screen(shot) eventually. Are you interested in learning how to use this full-featured screen capture program? And just when you thought it couldn’t get better, this application records video clips now. Come and take a look to see what this application is capable of.

Outlook and Promising Practices (RA)
Are you overwhelmed with unread messages that you would like to “clean” up from your Inbox? In this workshop, you will learn some features from your Outlook application to condense that long list of e-mails and give priority to the time-sensitive matters first. Additional tips and tricks will be shared to improve your OWA experience and expedite some of your processes.

Excel (Session may be offered as a single day 4 hour session, or a four day 1 hour session) (RA)

Introductory	Intermediate	Advanced
Are you now using Excel? Come and learn about the new interface and how to customize it for your convenience, as well as the new Backstage View and the features it offers. You will also learn some basics on how to: • Understanding the Excel Window • Cell Basics • Modifying Columns, Rows, and Cells • Formatting Cells • Saving • Creating Simple Formulas • Worksheet Basics • Printing	Have you been working with Excel for a while? Do you want to learn more about it? Come in to this workshop for a closer look at: • Creating Complex Formulas • Working with Basic Functions • Sorting Data • Outlining Data • Filtering Data • Formatting Tables	Are you ready for some advanced features in Excel? Come to this workshop to learn about: • Reviewing and Sharing Workbooks • Using Templates • Working with Charts • Working with Sparklines • Using Conditional Formatting • Creating PivotTables • Using What-If Analysis

Word (Session may be offered as a single day 4 hour session, or a four day 1 hour session) (RA)

Introductory	Intermediate	Advanced
Are you now using Word? Come and learn about the new interface and how to customize it for your convenience, as well as using the new Backstage View and the features it offers. You will also learn some basics on how to: • Understanding the Word Window • Create and Open documents • Work with some text basics • Apply some basic formatting to text • Save documents in the different “Save as type” options • Change some Page Layout options • Use Spelling and Grammar checker • Use the different Print options	Have you been working with Word for a while? Do you want to learn more about it? Come in to this workshop for a closer look at: • Using Indents and Tabs • Changing Line and Paragraph Spacing • Working with Lists • Adding Breaks to a document • Working with Columns • Working with Hyperlinks • Working with Shapes • Working with Text Boxes and WordArt • Inserting ClipArt and Pictures • Formatting Pictures	Are you ready for some advanced features in Word? Come to this workshop for a closer look at: • Using Styles and Themes • Working with Headers and Footers • Reviewing Documents • Working with Tables • SmartArt Graphics • Using a Template • Using Mail Merge

PowerPoint (Session may be offered as a single day 4 hour session, or a four day 1 hour session) (RA)

Introductory	Intermediate	Advanced
Are you now using PowerPoint? Come and learn about the new interface and how to customize it for your convenience, as well as the new Backstage View and the features it offers. You will also learn some basics on how to: • Understanding the PowerPoint Window • Create and Open presentations • Work with some Slide Basics • Work with some Text Basics • Apply a Theme to a presentation • Insert Images • Apply transitions • Check Spelling • Present a SlideShow • Save and Print a Presentation	Have you been working with PowerPoint for a while? Do you want to learn more about it? Come in to this workshop for a closer look at: • Modifying Lists • Indents and Line Spacing • Modifying Themes • Formatting Pictures • WordArt and Shapes • Arranging Objects • Animating Text and Objects • Inserting Videos • Inserting Audio	Are you ready for some advanced features in PowerPoint? Come to this workshop to learn about: • SmartArt Illustrations • Hyperlinks and Action Buttons • Working with Tables • Working with Charts • Reviewing Presentations • Advanced Presentation Options

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We would like to introduce our latest service offered through the Professional Development Program and Training Services. The idea for this new self-service was conceived some time ago, and we are fortunate to have the funding, as well as the interest and the support from administration to be able to present it to you all.

We would like to introduce SWC's Green Recording Room.

Training will be available through MyLearningPlan (MLP). Please log in to the MySWC portal to access MLP and schedule your training session. Once you are familiar with the room and its components, or if you have prior experience with recording videos, you can schedule the room here: Calendly - SWC Training

Or book it directly below.

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In case you missed the email here are the videos for the time saving tips and shortcuts:

Window Snapping	Password Complexity	Vision Resource Center
Window Snapping Handout	Password Complexity Tips	Handout coming soon
Google Browser and Services Logout	Switch Between Tasks	Change Views in Outlook
Handout coming soon	Handout coming soon	Outlook Views Shortcuts Handout
Lock Windows Session
Windows Lock Session Handout	More to come...	More to come...
More to come...	More to come...	More to come...

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