News Release

Mammoth Campus

CC Mammoth Adds Short Term Computer Classes

February 22, 2007

Cerro Coso Community College, Eastern Sierra College Center, Mammoth Campus has added three-short term, hands-on computer application classes this Spring. All three classes will be offered on Tuesday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon. Each class is 0.5 units of credit and will cost only $10. Instructor Matt Hightower will teach all three courses.

"Special Topics in Computer Science" Level 1 class, CRN 33342 will be offered on March 13, 20, and 27. This course introduces students to the use of Microsoft Excel 2003. Topics covered will include: Excel basics, entering and editing data, modifying a worksheet, using functions, formatting worksheets, printing, creating charts, and using Web features.

"Special Topics in Computer Science" Level 2 class, CRN 33343 will be offered on April 10, 17, and 24. This course will cover the intermediate uses of Microsoft Excel 2003. The class will cover working with large worksheets, working with multiple worksheets and workbooks, customizing Excel XP, advanced charting, advanced formatting, list management, documenting and auditing, and using templates.

"Special Topics in Computer Science" Level 1 class in Applied Access will be offered May 1, 8, and 15. This course introduces students to the use of Microsoft Access 2003. Topics to be covered include: Access Basics, database concepts, table and field creation, table design, indexes, and data validation. The creation and use of forms, queries, and reports will also be covered.

Registration for these classes can be completed at the Mammoth Lakes Campus or online at www.cerrocoso.edu. For additional information on textbook purchase, etc. contact the instructor Matt Hightower, at 934-1600.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Joann Handeland, Director of Public Information (760) 384-6230