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August8/2/2010 11:00 AM - 8/3/2010 4:00 PMVC750 - Introduction to PHP
PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) is a cross-platform scripting language that is particularly well-suited for Web development. WestLake's Introduction to PHP will start by introducing students to the fundamentals of the PHP language and how to set PHP up on a server and continue through most of the common server-side functionality incorporated in modern Web sites.
8/2/2010 11:00 AM - 8/6/2010 4:00 PMVC755 - WestLake Capstone Series: PHP Developer
PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) is a cross-platform scripting language that is particularly well-suited for Web development. In this Capstone students will start by learning the fundamentals of the PHP language. They will learn how to set PHP up on a server and continue through most of the common server-side functionality. The course uses a MySQL database, and there is a demonstration of how to use PHP to work with other databases as well.
8/4/2010 11:00 AM - 8/6/2010 4:00 PMVC751 - Advanced PHP
In this course you will learn to exploit the resources of the PHP 5 language to support object oriented programming. You will learn about design patterns: what they are, and why you might want to use them. Finally we will review some of the tools and techniques that contribute to best practices when developing programs using PHP.
8/9/2010 11:00 AM - 8/13/2010 4:00 PMVC415 - WestLake Capstone Series: XML Developer
This intensive, hands-on course concentrates on the eXtensible Markup Language (XML) and building XML applications. Students will learn by doing, focusing on the XML components of an application and how to best use these components. Database integration will be investigated as well as manipulation with both the Document Object Model (DOM) and the eXtensible Stylesheet Language (XSL).
8/9/2010 11:00 AM - 8/11/2010 4:00 PMVC815 - Introduction to SQL and Database Design
Databases drive nearly every Internet and Intranet Web site. WestLake's Introduction to SQL and Database Design class teaches you how to master their power through a thorough grounding in SQL and sound database design fundamentals. This course is designed for people with no relational database experience. The database that we use for the class is MySQL, an open source product that is gaining in popularity in the industry.
8/12/2010 11:00 AM - 8/13/2010 5:00 PMVC180 - Information Architecture & Writing for the Web
WestLake's Introduction to Information Architecture for the Web will benefit both the Information Architects and writers who will be creating the content for Web pages. While it discusses Web projects in terms of a project life-cycle, it is especially geared to those individuals who will be determining what the content will be and how users will get to that content.
8/16/2010 11:00 AM - 8/20/2010 4:00 PM VC4246 - WestLake Capstone Series: Flash CS4 Developer
In this hands-on instructor-led Flash CS 4 training course you will learn to create engaging applications that are rich with video, sound, graphics, and animation. You will also learn how to work with ActionScript 3.0, the sophisticated programming language that is totally integrated into Flash CS4.
8/16/2010 11:00 AM - 8/20/2010 5:00 PMVC220 Westlake Capstone Series: Acrobat 9
In this hands-on instructor-led Adobe Acrobat 9 training course you will learn how to create PDFs using all of Acrobat’s regular features and then move on to learn its advanced features for creating, reviewing, editing, commenting on, modifying, and preflighting PDF files.
8/16/2010 11:00 AM - 8/17/2010 5:00 PMVC221 Fundamentals of Acrobat 9
In this hands-on instructor-led Adobe Acrobat 9 training course you will learn how to create PDFs using all of Acrobat’s regular features including the ability to modify and edit existing PDF files and make PDF documents that are compliant with accessibility guidelines.
8/16/2010 11:00 AM - 8/17/2010 4:00 PMVC4252 - Fundamentals of Flash CS4
In this hands-on instructor-led Flash CS 4 training course you will learn to create engaging applications that are rich with video, sound, graphics, and animation.
8/16/2010 11:00 AM - 8/20/2010 4:00 PMVC900 - WestLake Capstone Series: Java Developer
The Java Developer Capstone Series is perfect for anyone wanting to learn the fundamentals of building interactive, dynamic Web applications using Java and J2EE technology. Students will learn the fundamentals of Java then move into a discussion of JavaServer Pages (JSP). Due to the prevalence of databases in Web applications, the Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) API is also covered in detail.
8/18/2010 11:00 AM - 8/20/2010 5:00 PMVC 222 Advanced Acrobat 9
In this hands-on instructor-led Adobe Acrobat 9 training course you will expand on what you learned in WestLake’s Fundamentals of Acrobat course to learn advanced features for creating, reviewing, editing, commenting on, modifying, and preflighting PDF files.
8/18/2010 11:00 AM - 8/20/2010 4:00 PMVC4262 - ActionScript 3.0 with Flash CS4
If you work with Flash CS3, you know its unparalleled ability to create stunning motion graphics and animation. However, you may not know that Flash technology is capable of creating complex movies that can dynamically interact with user input. This class will build on a foundation of compound animations and move into full-featured interactive Web site design.
8/23/2010 9:00 AM - 8/27/2010 4:00 PMDC 2100 - Westlake Capstone Series: iPhone/iPad Development
If you’ve ever wanted to create programs for the Apple iPhone or iPad, but didn’t feel like you had the programming skills, this class is for you. During the first two days of class participants will learn to code in Objective C, which is the programming language used to develop for the iPhone and iPad platform.
8/23/2010 11:00 AM - 8/26/2010 5:00 PMVC1550 PMP Certification Exam Prep
This instructor-led course covers all the key project management knowledge areas and processes as outlined by Project Management Institute (PMI) so you will have the information and confidence to pass the PMP certification exam on the first try.
8/23/2010 11:00 AM - 8/27/2010 4:00 PMVC300 - WestLake Capstone Series: JavaScript
Learn the programming techniques needed to develop cutting-edge Web sites. You will be able to fully exploit the capabilities of any modern Web browser by using dynamic features of client-side Web programming in the JavaScript language. From simple mouse-driven events to advanced drag-and-drop features, you will learn the tools to publish a truly interactive Web site that is browser independent and complies with the latest Web Standards techniques.
8/23/2010 11:00 AM - 8/25/2010 4:00 PMVC310 - Fundamentals of JavaScript: DOM Scripting (DHTML)
Learn important techniques that will enable you to design Web pages with the user in mind. Through an understanding of the Document Object Model (DOM), you will be able to create fast and efficient client-side scripting code using the JavaScript language. This course will build on your knowledge of simple hypertext mark-up language (XHTML/HTML) to expand the functionality of forms, data entry and user interfaces.
8/23/2010 11:00 AM - 8/24/2010 4:00 PMVC4271 - Fundamentals of Adobe Captivate 4
This two-day instructor-led Captivate training course will teach you the skills to rapidly create powerful and engaging simulations, scenario-based training, and robust quizzes without the need for programming knowledge or multimedia skills.
8/23/2010 11:00 AM - 8/27/2010 5:00 PMVC600 - WestLake Capstone Series: .NET Web Developer
This Capstone series is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of building interactive, dynamic Web applications using the .NET framework. Students will learn the fundamentals of the framework using either C# or VB.NET (examples and exercises provided in both!) and get an introduction to the .NET Base Class Library. Then they will move on to ASP.NET, and learn to put their skills to use building interactive feature-rich Web pages.
8/23/2010 11:00 AM - 8/24/2010 5:00 PMVC660 - Fundamentals of .NET Programming
This introductory-level class provides a solid foundation for developers to begin leveraging the .NET platform. Topics covered include an introduction to the .NET framework and the Common Language Runtime (CLR), language fundamentals, and object oriented concepts as implemented in .NET.
8/23/2010 11:00 AM - 8/25/2010 4:00 PMVC902 - Intermediate Java 2 Programming
This course covers server-side development of Web applications using both servlets and JavaServer Pages (JSP). Due to the ubiquity of databases in such applications, the Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) API is covered in detail as well. Multiple examples and exercises build on student knowledge throughout the course, culminating in complex Web applications utilizing a database.
8/23/2010 11:00 AM - 8/27/2010 4:00 PMVC942 - WestLake Capstone: Advanced Java Web Developer
In the Advanced Java Web Developer Capstone series, students will learn to work with Web containers in J2EE to develop servlets, JavaServer Pages, and Web Services. In the first part of the capstone, students will learn to develop servlets from scratch, as well advanced techniques with JavaServer Pages (JSP). The course covers servlet life-cycle, JDBC, XML, EL, and more.
8/26/2010 11:00 AM - 8/27/2010 4:00 PMVC320 - Advanced JavaScript: Dynamic HTML
Gain practical knowledge of dynamic scripting techniques by working with real-world examples of animation, shopping carts and calendars. You will learn and test concepts of menus and cookies to enable better Web page interactivity. You will learn all this with an emphasis on browser independence and the latest Web Standards compliant techniques. The course ends with a look at the future of DOM Scripting through AJAX: Asynchronous JavaScript and XML.
8/26/2010 11:00 AM - 8/27/2010 4:00 PMVC915 - Fundamentals of Web Services Using J2EE
This course introduces building Web Services using J2EE. Web services technology, at the heart of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), enables programming objects written in multiple languages on diverse platforms to seamlessly communicate with each other. Learn to leverage the most recent XML and SOAP support in the Java framework to create powerful, reusable Web Services.
8/30/2010 11:00 AM - 9/3/2010 4:00 PMVC480 - WestLake Capstone Series: AJAX Developer
AJAX enables developers to create a whole new level of user interaction and responsiveness when building their next generation Web applications. The class covers a number of tools and techniques using JavaScript, XML, CSS, XSLT, and various server side technologies.
8/30/2010 11:00 AM - 8/31/2010 4:00 PMVC481 - Fundamentals of AJAX Programming
AJAX enables developers to create a whole new level of user interaction and responsiveness when building their next generation Web applications. The class covers a number of tools and techniques using JavaScript, XML, CSS, XSLT and various server side technologies.
8/30/2010 11:00 AM - 8/31/2010 4:00 PMVC710 - Introduction to CGI Scripting with Perl
Perl allows you to write powerful, flexible, platform-independent scripts that run on your server. Learn to harness Perl's potential for processing text, searching HTML pages and text files, and more
September9/1/2010 11:00 AM - 9/3/2010 4:00 PMVC482 - Intermediate AJAX Programming
AJAX enables developers to create a whole new level of user interaction and responsiveness when building their next generation Web applications. This course builds on content covered in WestLake’s Fundamentals of AJAX course. The class covers a number of intermediate and advanced tools and techniques including Dom Inspector, Firebug, and JSON libraries with Eclipse IDE.
9/1/2010 11:00 AM - 9/2/2010 4:00 PMVC725 - Advanced Perl: Database - Driven Websites
Building on WestLake's other acclaimed Perl course, Advanced Perl teaches the Perl skills you need to rapidly and efficiently develop complex, database-driven Web applications.
9/7/2010 11:00 AM - 9/8/2010 4:00 PMVC195 - Web Site Accessibility: Section 508 Compliance
Learn how to create or update Web sites so that they are accessible to people with disabilities and in compliance with government regulation.
9/8/2010 11:00 AM - 9/10/2010 5:00 PMVC4226 - Advanced Adobe Photoshop CS4
WestLake's Advanced Adobe Photoshop CS4 training course builds on what was learned in the Fundamentals class so that you can master the latest features of CS4.
9/9/2010 11:00 AM - 9/10/2010 5:00 PMVC142 - XHTML Cascading Style Sheets
XHTML and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) technology gives you more control of page layout and the ability to control the design of multiple pages on your site from a single file. Additionally, CSS allows you to develop more sophisticated layouts, font schemes, and even interactivity for your pages than was possible using just HTML.
9/13/2010 9:00 AM - 9/17/2010 4:00 PMDC5246 – Westlake Capstone Series: Adobe Flash CS5 Developer
Students learn what they need to know to create engaging interactive content with Flash CS5. In addition to learning the key elements of the Flash interface, including panels, timelines, and frames, readers learn how to work with graphics, create and edit symbols, modify text, add interactivity with ActionScript 3.0, and incorporate animation and sound into their projects. They also learn how to prepare and export their finished projects for publishing.
9/13/2010 9:00 AM - 9/17/2010 4:00 PMDC5252 – Introduction to Adobe Flash CS5
Students learn what they need to know to create engaging interactive content with Flash CS5. In addition to learning the key elements of the Flash interface, including panels, timelines, and frames, readers learn how to work with graphics, create and edit symbols, modify text, add interactivity with ActionScript 3.0, and incorporate animation and sound into their projects. They also learn how to prepare and export their finished projects for publishing.
9/13/2010 9:00 AM - 9/17/2010 4:00 PMDC640 - WestLake Capstone Series: Advanced .NET Programming
WestLake's Advanced .NET Programming Capstone Series teaches students to work with intermediate and advanced features in the .NET framework. The first part of the class provides in-depth coverage on a number of intermediate and advanced tools and techniques in .NET including reflection, delegates and events, threads, and a deeper look at ADO.NET and XML support. It uses examples in a number of execution contexts including the Web (ASP.NET) and Windows Forms.
9/13/2010 9:00 AM - 9/15/2010 4:00 PMDC661 - Intermediate .NET programming
This intermediate class provides a deeper look at a number of intermediate and advanced tools and techniques in .NET. The class provides in-depth coverage on a number of intermediate and advanced tools and techniques in .NET including reflection, delegates and events, threads, and a deeper look at ADO.NET and XML support. For Web developers, learn to create custom server controls, and leverage caching for performance enhancement.
9/13/2010 11:00 AM - 9/15/2010 4:00 PMVC101 Fundamentals of HTML, and Cascading Style Sheets
Introduction to Web Fundamentals and Design teaches you the skills, techniques and strategies you need to successfully create your first Website. The course emphasizes use of the current W3C standards and guidelines and a Web Standards framework to ensure your site will be browser independent. Compatibility with accessibility guidelines is covered as well.
9/13/2010 11:00 AM - 9/17/2010 4:00 PMVC106 WestLake Capstone: Web Fundamentals & Design
WestLake's Web Fundamentals and Design Capstone Series teaches students the most up-to-date methods for designing Web pages using HTML 4.01 and XHTML 1.0 as established by the W3C within a Web Standards framework. Students learn the fundamentals of HTML layout and design. Then, by introducing dynamic technologies including Cascading Style Sheets and JavaScript, students gain the skills they need to design a truly attractive and fully functional website.
9/15/2010 9:00 AM - 9/17/2010 4:00 PMDC5262 – ActionScript 3.0 for Adobe Flash CS5
This course starts with simple navigation and timeline control and progress through controlling animation with ActionScript; using Event Listeners and writing event-handling functions; and controlling loading of and interaction with data, text, video, sound, and images. Students will also learn to use third-party libraries and create Adobe Air applications. This course also covers the improved text-handling tools that are new to Flash Professional CS5.
9/15/2010 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMVC150 - Web 2.0: Business Strategies
This course delivers a business-critical overview of social media on the Web and how it is transforming society and business. It introduces the business strategies, product design principles and technologies that drive today’s dynamic marketplace
9/16/2010 9:00 AM - 9/17/2010 4:00 PMDC662 - Advanced .NET Programming
This advanced class provides an in-depth look at a number of advanced technologies in .NET. The course focuses on features of the .NET framework that emphasize multi-tier and distributed architectures.
9/16/2010 11:00 AM - 9/17/2010 4:00 PMVC102 - Advanced Web Design: Layout, Forms, Scripting
Advanced Web Design explores more sophisticated design techniques you need to enhance your page with forms and multimedia. Additionally, you will discover how to incorporate dynamic technologies to give you more control over your page styles and provide the user with interactivity.
9/20/2010 9:00 AM - 9/24/2010 4:00 PMDC600 - WestLake Capstone Series: .NET Web Developer
This Capstone series is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of building interactive, dynamic Web applications using the .NET framework. Students will learn the fundamentals of the framework using either C# or VB.NET (examples and exercises provided in both!) and get an introduction to the .NET Base Class Library. Then they will move on to ASP.NET, and learn to put their skills to use building interactive feature-rich Web pages.
9/20/2010 9:00 AM - 9/21/2010 4:00 PMDC660 - Fundamentals of .NET Programming
This introductory-level class provides a solid foundation for developers to begin leveraging the .NET platform. Topics covered include an introduction to the .NET framework and the Common Language Runtime (CLR), language fundamentals, and object oriented concepts as implemented in .NET.
9/20/2010 11:00 AM - 9/22/2010 4:00 PMVC1701 Microsoft Office SharePoint Designer 2007
This instructor-led course teaches the basic functions and features of SharePoint Designer 2007. Students will learn how to create and format Web pages, including Web site planning, creation and templates, cascading style sheets, hyperlinks, tables. They’ll also learn how to work with images, format text and edit HTML code. On the second day of the class, students will learn how to add Web components and multimedia, interactive content.
9/20/2010 11:00 AM - 9/24/2010 4:00 PMVC4202 - WestLake Capstone Series: Dreamweaver CS4 Developer
This five-day instructor-led course will teach you how to work with Dreamweaver CS4 to get professional quality results.
9/20/2010 11:00 AM - 9/22/2010 4:00 PMVC4232 - Fundamentals of Dreamweaver CS4
Whether you create Web sites for a living or plan to create one for your own business, this course will teach you on all the tools you need to get professional quality results using Dreamweaver CS4.
9/20/2010 11:00 AM - 9/24/2010 4:00 PMVC642 - WestLake Capstone Series: ASP.NET Web Services and Windows Communication Foundation (WCF)
Learn how to consume and create XML Web Services as well as a variety of WCF services. Learn about security authentication credentials, how to protect content during transit with end-to-end encryption, and pass data in a compressed format.
9/22/2010 9:00 AM - 9/24/2010 4:00 PMDC663 - Fundamentals of ASP.NET
This introductory/intermediate-level class provides the basics necessary to build and work with ASP.NET applications using Visual Studio.NET. The class introduces ASP.NET for Web development, and covers Visual Studio 2008, enabling students to get up and running quickly. The class drills down into detail on Web application architecture, leveraging User controls, and managing session and application state.
9/23/2010 11:00 AM - 9/24/2010 4:00 PMVC4242 - Advanced Dreamweaver CS4
Build on your basic Dreamweaver CS4 skills and learn to use the advanced functionality in Dreamweaver CS4 to develop professional-looking Web pages.
9/27/2010 9:00 AM - 9/29/2010 4:00 PMDC155 - WestLake Capstone: Applications Development Tech Overview for Mgrs
This course is designed for IT Managers, Systems Analysts, and those who need to understand the 'big picture' of Web Applications Development. You will learn about how the new Web development standards drive efficiency, accessibility and cross-platform compatibility. On the enterprise level you will learn about Object Oriented architecture, and the role it plays in the enterprise frameworks J2EE and .NET.
9/27/2010 9:00 AM - 9/29/2010 4:00 PMDC1610 - ITIL ® V3 Foundations Certification Exam Prep
Go from zero to certified in three days. Learn the basic foundational concepts and terminology of the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) and sit for your ITIL V3 Foundation Certification.
9/27/2010 9:00 AM - 9/29/2010 4:00 PMVC1702 - SharePoint 2007 Administrative Essentials for End-Users
This is an introduction to SharePoint for end-users. Whether you are new to SharePoint or just need to understand the new functionality in SharePoint Server 2007, this course will help you make the most of this popular tool.
9/30/2010 9:00 AM - 10/1/2010 4:00 PMVC1704 - Office SharePoint Server 2007 for the Power User / Site Owner
This two-day instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills to administer a SharePoint Team Site in the role of site owner or power user. Once you know the basics of SharePoint, this is the next step along the path to become a Power User. You will learn how to create sites and lists, manage user access and customize lists and web part pages.
October10/4/2010 9:00 AM - 10/8/2010 4:00 PMDC500 - WestLake Capstone Series: ColdFusion 8 Developer
ColdFusion 8 is a Web server add-on for Windows, Linux, and Solaris that makes integrating real-time database information with your Web site as easy as adding a few new tags to your pages. The second half of the week, you will learn the advanced skills you need to build even more useful and efficient database-driven Web applications.
10/4/2010 9:00 AM - 10/6/2010 4:00 PMDC512 - Introduction to ColdFusion 8
ColdFusion 8 is a Web server add-on for Windows, Linux, and Solaris that makes integrating real-time database information with your Web site as easy as adding a few new tags to your pages.
10/4/2010 9:00 AM - 10/8/2010 4:00 PMDC800 - WestLake Capstone: Fundamentals of Relational Databases
This Capstone series will teach the fundamentals of database design, and provide an education in Structured Query Language (SQL), the standard language used to access database structure and data. Any modern Web application built today uses a back-end database, usually a SQL-based tool. Learn the fundamentals of SQL, along with an introduction to database design, which will allow you to work with any database when building your Web applications.
10/4/2010 9:00 AM - 10/6/2010 4:00 PMDC815 - Introduction to SQL and Database Design
Databases drive nearly every Internet and Intranet Web site. WestLake's Introduction to SQL and Database Design class teaches you how to master their power through a thorough grounding in SQL and sound database design fundamentals. This course is designed for people with no relational database experience. The database that we use for the class is MySQL, an open source product that is gaining in popularity in the industry.
10/5/2010 11:00 AM - 10/8/2010 5:00 PMVC1550 PMP Certification Exam Prep
This instructor-led course covers all the key project management knowledge areas and processes as outlined by Project Management Institute (PMI) so you will have the information and confidence to pass the PMP certification exam on the first try.
10/7/2010 9:00 AM - 10/8/2010 4:00 PMDC521 - Advanced ColdFusion 8
Building on our popular Introduction to ColdFusion courses, WestLake's Advanced ColdFusion course teaches the advanced skills you need to build even more useful and efficient database-driven Web applications. We will also introduce you to powerful new features introduced in ColdFusion 8.
10/7/2010 9:00 AM - 10/8/2010 4:00 PMDC825 - Advanced SQL and Enterprise Databases
Building upon the skills mastered in WestLake's popular Introduction to SQL and Database Design course, Advanced SQL and Database Programming teaches the development techniques needed to take full advantage of powerful and flexible data-driven applications. We'll turn from the prior course's concern with data modeling and database design to how to use data in extensive, enterprise-class databases.
10/11/2010VC 5225 - Fundamentals of photoshop CS5
In this hands-on instructor-led Adobe Photoshop CS5 training course, you will start by learning the fundamental concepts and features of Adobe Photoshop CS5 and then learn many advanced features, including tips and techniques for using the latest version of Photoshop and for preparing images for the web. Adobe Photoshop CS5 is the benchmark for digital imaging excellence.
10/11/2010 9:00 AM - 10/13/2010 4:00 PMDC410 - Introduction to XML
This course provides an in-depth look at the eXtensible Markup Language (XML) and why it is so dominant in modern applications. Students will learn how to create and parse XML documents, validate documents with Document Type Definitions (DTDs), and transform documents using the eXtensible Stylesheet Language (XSL) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS).
10/11/2010 9:00 AM - 10/15/2010 4:00 PMDC415 - WestLake Capstone Series: XML Developer
This intensive, hands-on course concentrates on the eXtensible Markup Language (XML) and building XML applications. Students will learn by doing, focusing on the XML components of an application and how to best use these components. Database integration will be investigated as well as manipulation with both the Document Object Model (DOM) and the eXtensible Stylesheet Language (XSL).
10/11/2010 9:00 AM - 10/15/2010 4:00 PMDC900 - WestLake Capstone Series: Java Developer
The Java Developer Capstone Series is perfect for anyone wanting to learn the fundamentals of building interactive, dynamic Web applications using Java and J2EE technology. Students will learn the fundamentals of Java then move into a discussion of JavaServer Pages (JSP). Due to the prevalence of databases in Web applications, the Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) API is also covered in detail.
10/11/2010 11:00 AM - 10/15/2010 5:00 PMVC 5224 - Westlake Capstone: Adobe photoshop CS5
In this hands-on instructor-led Adobe Photoshop CS5 training course, you will start by learning the fundamental concepts and features of Adobe Photoshop CS5 and then learn many advanced features, including tips and techniques for using the latest version of Photoshop and for preparing images for the web. Adobe Photoshop CS5 is the benchmark for digital imaging excellence.
10/11/2010 11:00 AM - 10/15/2010 4:00 PMVC1700 - Implementing Microsoft Office Sharepoint Server 2007
This instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to implement Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 successfully in their organization. This course is designed for Business Application Administrators, Web Administrators and Server Administrators whose primary responsibility is to deploy, customize, manage and support Line of Business applications.
10/13/2010 11:00 AM - 10/15/2010 5:00 PMVC 5226 - Advanced photoshop CS5
In this hands-on instructor led Adobe Photoshop CS5 training course you will learn many advanced features, including tips and techniques for using the latest version of Photoshop including how to work with 3D images and how to prepare images for the Web.
10/14/2010 9:00 AM - 10/15/2010 4:00 PMDC425 - Advanced XML and XSL
This class builds on a basic XML knowledge and focuses on creating modular and flexible stylesheets. Complexities like XPath, functions, modes, and dynamic modification of stylesheets is discussed with many examples and exercises. This is the perfect class for mastering the techniques required to transform your XML data into the various formats your applications demand.
10/18/2010 9:00 AM - 10/22/2010 4:00 PMDC 942 - WestLake Capstone: Advanced Java Web Developer
In the Advanced Java Web Developer Capstone series, students will learn to work with Web containers in J2EE to develop servlets, JavaServer Pages, and Web Services. In the first part of the capstone, students will learn to develop servlets from scratch, as well advanced techniques with JavaServer Pages (JSP). The course covers servlet life-cycle, JDBC, XML, EL, and more.
10/18/2010 9:00 AM - 10/22/2010 4:00 PMDC300 - WestLake Capstone Series: JavaScript
Learn the programming techniques needed to develop cutting-edge Web sites. You will be able to fully exploit the capabilities of any modern Web browser by using dynamic features of client-side Web programming in the JavaScript language. From simple mouse-driven events to advanced drag-and-drop features, you will learn the tools to publish a truly interactive Web site that is browser independent and complies with the latest Web Standards techniques.
10/18/2010 9:00 AM - 10/20/2010 4:00 PMDC310 - Fundamentals of JavaScript: DOM Scripting (DHTML)
Learn important techniques that will enable you to design Web pages with the user in mind. Through an understanding of the Document Object Model (DOM), you will be able to create fast and efficient client-side scripting code using the JavaScript language. This course will build on your knowledge of simple hypertext mark-up language (XHTML/HTML) to expand the functionality of forms, data entry and user interfaces.
10/18/2010 9:00 AM - 10/20/2010 4:00 PMDC902 - Intermediate Java 2 Programming
This course covers server-side development of Web applications using both servlets and JavaServer Pages (JSP). Due to the ubiquity of databases in such applications, the Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) API is covered in detail as well. Multiple examples and exercises build on student knowledge throughout the course, culminating in complex Web applications utilizing a database.
10/18/2010 11:00 AM - 10/22/2010 4:00 PMVC480 - WestLake Capstone Series: AJAX Developer
AJAX enables developers to create a whole new level of user interaction and responsiveness when building their next generation Web applications. The class covers a number of tools and techniques using JavaScript, XML, CSS, XSLT, and various server side technologies.
10/18/2010 11:00 AM - 10/19/2010 4:00 PMVC481 - Fundamentals of AJAX Programming
AJAX enables developers to create a whole new level of user interaction and responsiveness when building their next generation Web applications. The class covers a number of tools and techniques using JavaScript, XML, CSS, XSLT and various server side technologies.
10/20/2010 11:00 AM - 10/22/2010 4:00 PMVC482 - Intermediate AJAX Programming
AJAX enables developers to create a whole new level of user interaction and responsiveness when building their next generation Web applications. This course builds on content covered in WestLake’s Fundamentals of AJAX course. The class covers a number of intermediate and advanced tools and techniques including Dom Inspector, Firebug, and JSON libraries with Eclipse IDE.
10/21/2010 9:00 AM - 10/22/2010 4:00 PMDC320 - Advanced JavaScript: Dynamic HTML
Gain practical knowledge of dynamic scripting techniques by working with real-world examples of animation, shopping carts and calendars. You will learn and test concepts of menus and cookies to enable better Web page interactivity. You will learn all this with an emphasis on browser independence and the latest Web Standards compliant techniques. The course ends with a look at the future of DOM Scripting through AJAX: Asynchronous JavaScript and XML.
10/21/2010 9:00 AM - 10/22/2010 4:00 PMDC915 - Fundamentals of Web Services Using J2EE
This course introduces building Web Services using J2EE. Web services technology, at the heart of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), enables programming objects written in multiple languages on diverse platforms to seamlessly communicate with each other. Learn to leverage the most recent XML and SOAP support in the Java framework to create powerful, reusable Web Services.
10/25/2010 9:00 AM - 10/26/2010 4:00 PMDC 221-Fundamentals of Acrobat 9
In this hands-on instructor-led Adobe Acrobat 9 training course you will learn how to create PDFs using all of Acrobat’s regular features including the ability to modify and edit existing PDF files and make PDF documents that are compliant with accessibility guidelines.
10/25/2010 9:00 AM - 10/29/2010 4:00 PMDC4246 - WestLake Capstone Series: Flash CS4 Developer
In this hands-on instructor-led Flash CS 4 training course you will learn to create engaging applications that are rich with video, sound, graphics, and animation. You will also learn how to work with ActionScript 3.0, the sophisticated programming language that is totally integrated into Flash CS4.
10/25/2010 9:00 AM - 10/26/2010 4:00 PMDC4252 - Fundamentals of Flash CS4
In this hands-on instructor-led Flash CS 4 training course you will learn to create engaging applications that are rich with video, sound, graphics, and animation.
10/25/2010 11:00 AM - 10/29/2010 4:00 PMVC 669 - Introduction to Silverlight Programming .NET 3.0
Silverlight is the Microsoft solution for delivering rich, cross-platform, interactive experiences including video, audio, animation, and graphics for the Web and beyond. In this Silverlight training course students will learn how to develop rich multi-media applications through a series of hands-on labs. The course focuses on the basics of Silverlight and supporting technologies.
10/27/2010 9:00 AM - 10/29/2010 4:00 PMDC 222 Advanced Acrobat 9
In this hands-on instructor-led Adobe Acrobat 9 training course you will expand on what you learned in WestLake’s Fundamentals of Acrobat course to learn advanced features for creating, reviewing, editing, commenting on, modifying, and preflighting PDF files.
10/27/2010 9:00 AM - 10/29/2010 4:00 PMDC262 - ActionScript 3.0 with Flash CS3
If you work with Flash CS3, you know its unparalleled ability to create stunning motion graphics and animation. However, you may not know that Flash technology is capable of creating complex movies that can dynamically interact with user input. This class will build on a foundation of compound animations and move into full-featured interactive Web site design.
10/27/2010 11:00 AM - 10/29/2010 4:00 PMVC4262 - ActionScript 3.0 with Flash CS4
If you work with Flash CS3, you know its unparalleled ability to create stunning motion graphics and animation. However, you may not know that Flash technology is capable of creating complex movies that can dynamically interact with user input. This class will build on a foundation of compound animations and move into full-featured interactive Web site design.
November11/1/2010 9:00 AM - 11/3/2010 4:00 PMDC1702 - SharePoint 2007 Administrative Essentials for End-Users
This is an introduction to SharePoint for end-users. Whether you are new to SharePoint or just need to understand the new functionality in SharePoint Server 2007, this course will help you make the most of this popular tool.
11/1/2010 11:00 AM - 11/5/2010 4:00 PMVC600 - WestLake Capstone Series: .NET Web Developer
This Capstone series is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of building interactive, dynamic Web applications using the .NET framework. Students will learn the fundamentals of the framework using either C# or VB.NET (examples and exercises provided in both!) and get an introduction to the .NET Base Class Library. Then they will move on to ASP.NET, and learn to put their skills to use building interactive feature-rich Web pages.
11/1/2010 11:00 AM - 11/2/2010 4:00 PMVC660 - Fundamentals of .NET Programming
This introductory-level class provides a solid foundation for developers to begin leveraging the .NET platform. Topics covered include an introduction to the .NET framework and the Common Language Runtime (CLR), language fundamentals, and object oriented concepts as implemented in .NET.
11/3/2010 11:00 AM - 11/5/2010 4:00 PMVC663 - Fundamentals of ASP.NET
This introductory/intermediate-level class provides the basics necessary to build and work with ASP.NET applications using Visual Studio.NET. The class introduces ASP.NET for Web development, and covers Visual Studio 2008, enabling students to get up and running quickly. The class drills down into detail on Web application architecture, leveraging User controls, and managing session and application state.
11/4/2010 9:00 AM - 11/5/2010 4:00 PMDC1704 - Office SharePoint Server 2007 for the Power User / Site Owner
This two-day instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills to administer a SharePoint Team Site in the role of site owner or power user. Once you know the basics of SharePoint, this is the next step along the path to become a Power User. You will learn how to create sites and lists, manage user access and customize lists and web part pages.
11/8/2010 9:00 AM - 11/10/2010 4:00 PMDC101 Fundamentals of HTML, and Cascading Style Sheets
Introduction to Web Fundamentals and Design teaches you the skills, techniques and strategies you need to successfully create your first Website. The course emphasizes use of the current W3C standards and guidelines and a Web Standards framework to ensure your site will be browser independent. Compatibility with accessibility guidelines is covered as well.
11/8/2010 9:00 AM - 11/12/2010 4:00 PMDC106 WestLake Capstone: Web Fundamentals & Design
WestLake's Web Fundamentals and Design Capstone Series teaches students the most up-to-date methods for designing Web pages using HTML 4.01 and XHTML 1.0 as established by the W3C within a Web Standards framework. Students learn the fundamentals of HTML layout and design. Then, by introducing dynamic technologies including Cascading Style Sheets and JavaScript, students gain the skills they need to design a truly attractive and fully functional website.
11/8/2010 11:00 AM - 11/9/2010 4:00 PMVC142 - XHTML Cascading Style Sheets
XHTML and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) technology gives you more control of page layout and the ability to control the design of multiple pages on your site from a single file. Additionally, CSS allows you to develop more sophisticated layouts, font schemes, and even interactivity for your pages than was possible using just HTML.
11/10/2010 11:00 AM - 11/12/2010 5:00 PMVC1701 Microsoft Office SharePoint Designer 2007
This instructor-led course teaches the basic functions and features of SharePoint Designer 2007. Students will learn how to create and format Web pages, including Web site planning, creation and templates, cascading style sheets, hyperlinks, tables. They’ll also learn how to work with images, format text and edit HTML code. On the second day of the class, students will learn how to add Web components and multimedia, interactive content.
11/11/2010 9:00 AM - 11/12/2010 4:00 PMDC102 - Advanced Web Design: Layout, Forms, Scripting
Advanced Web Design explores more sophisticated design techniques you need to enhance your page with forms and multimedia. Additionally, you will discover how to incorporate dynamic technologies to give you more control over your page styles and provide the user with interactivity.
11/12/2010 11:00 AM - 5:00 PMVC180 - Information Architecture & Writing for the Web
WestLake's Introduction to Information Architecture for the Web will benefit both the Information Architects and writers who will be creating the content for Web pages. While it discusses Web projects in terms of a project life-cycle, it is especially geared to those individuals who will be determining what the content will be and how users will get to that content.
11/15/2010 11:00 AM - 11/19/2010 5:00 PMVC1550 PMP Certification Exam Prep
This instructor-led course covers all the key project management knowledge areas and processes as outlined by Project Management Institute (PMI) so you will have the information and confidence to pass the PMP certification exam on the first try.
11/15/2010 11:00 AM - 11/19/2010 4:00 PMVC1703 - Discovering SharePoint 2007 for Developers (Certification Track)
Microsoft SharePoint Services 3.0 and Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 (MOSS) training for experienced .NET developers. Explore development opportunities with SharePoint 2007 and prepare for the Certification exams.
11/15/2010 11:00 AM - 11/19/2010 5:00 PMVC5246 – Westlake Capstone Series: Adobe Flash CS5 Developer
Students learn what they need to know to create engaging interactive content with Flash CS5. In addition to learning the key elements of the Flash interface, including panels, timelines, and frames, readers learn how to work with graphics, create and edit symbols, modify text, add interactivity with ActionScript 3.0, and incorporate animation and sound into their projects. They also learn how to prepare and export their finished projects for publishing.
11/15/2010 11:00 AM - 11/16/2010 5:00 PMVC5252 – Introduction to Adobe Flash CS5
Students learn what they need to know to create engaging interactive content with Flash CS5. In addition to learning the key elements of the Flash interface, including panels, timelines, and frames, readers learn how to work with graphics, create and edit symbols, modify text, add interactivity with ActionScript 3.0, and incorporate animation and sound into their projects. They also learn how to prepare and export their finished projects for publishing.
11/15/2010 11:00 AM - 11/19/2010 4:00 PMVC640 - WestLake Capstone Series: Advanced .NET Programming
WestLake's Advanced .NET Programming Capstone Series teaches students to work with intermediate and advanced features in the .NET framework. The first part of the class provides in-depth coverage on a number of intermediate and advanced tools and techniques in .NET including reflection, delegates and events, threads, and a deeper look at ADO.NET and XML support. It uses examples in a number of execution contexts including the Web (ASP.NET) and Windows Forms.
11/15/2010 11:00 AM - 11/17/2010 4:00 PMVC661 - Intermediate .NET programming
This intermediate class provides a deeper look at a number of intermediate and advanced tools and techniques in .NET. The class provides in-depth coverage on a number of intermediate and advanced tools and techniques in .NET including reflection, delegates and events, threads, and a deeper look at ADO.NET and XML support. For Web developers, learn to create custom server controls, and leverage caching for performance enhancement.
11/15/2010 11:00 AM - 11/16/2010 4:00 PMVC750 - Introduction to PHP
PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) is a cross-platform scripting language that is particularly well-suited for Web development. WestLake's Introduction to PHP will start by introducing students to the fundamentals of the PHP language and how to set PHP up on a server and continue through most of the common server-side functionality incorporated in modern Web sites.
11/15/2010 11:00 AM - 11/19/2010 4:00 PMVC755 - WestLake Capstone Series: PHP Developer
PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) is a cross-platform scripting language that is particularly well-suited for Web development. In this Capstone students will start by learning the fundamentals of the PHP language. They will learn how to set PHP up on a server and continue through most of the common server-side functionality. The course uses a MySQL database, and there is a demonstration of how to use PHP to work with other databases as well.
11/17/2010 11:00 AM - 11/19/2010 5:00 PMVC5262 – ActionScript 3.0 for Adobe Flash CS5
This course starts with simple navigation and timeline control and progress through controlling animation with ActionScript; using Event Listeners and writing event-handling functions; and controlling loading of and interaction with data, text, video, sound, and images. Students will also learn to use third-party libraries and create Adobe Air applications. This course also covers the improved text-handling tools that are new to Flash Professional CS5.
11/17/2010 11:00 AM - 11/19/2010 4:00 PMVC751 - Advanced PHP
In this course you will learn to exploit the resources of the PHP 5 language to support object oriented programming. You will learn about design patterns: what they are, and why you might want to use them. Finally we will review some of the tools and techniques that contribute to best practices when developing programs using PHP.
11/18/2010 11:00 AM - 11/19/2010 4:00 PMVC175 - Evaluating Web Content Management Systems
This course will provide the user with information needed to choose and implement a CMS solution, and teach best practices in a CMS implementation. Additionally, students will have a chance take an existing site and experience the steps needed to move that site into a CMS system. Finally, the students will be given a hands-on tour of existing CMS products, and be provided the opportunity to actually use several CMS products to see their benefits and limitations.
11/18/2010 11:00 AM - 11/19/2010 4:00 PMVC662 - Advanced .NET Programming
This advanced class provides an in-depth look at a number of advanced technologies in .NET. The course focuses on features of the .NET framework that emphasize multi-tier and distributed architectures.
11/22/2010 11:00 AM - 11/23/2010 4:00 PMVC4271 - Fundamentals of Adobe Captivate 4
This two-day instructor-led Captivate training course will teach you the skills to rapidly create powerful and engaging simulations, scenario-based training, and robust quizzes without the need for programming knowledge or multimedia skills.
December12/1/2010 9:00 AM - 12/3/2010 4:00 PMDC155 - WestLake Capstone: Applications Development Tech Overview for Mgrs
This course is designed for IT Managers, Systems Analysts, and those who need to understand the 'big picture' of Web Applications Development. You will learn about how the new Web development standards drive efficiency, accessibility and cross-platform compatibility. On the enterprise level you will learn about Object Oriented architecture, and the role it plays in the enterprise frameworks J2EE and .NET.
12/6/2010 11:00 AM - 12/10/2010 4:00 PMVC300 - WestLake Capstone Series: JavaScript
Learn the programming techniques needed to develop cutting-edge Web sites. You will be able to fully exploit the capabilities of any modern Web browser by using dynamic features of client-side Web programming in the JavaScript language. From simple mouse-driven events to advanced drag-and-drop features, you will learn the tools to publish a truly interactive Web site that is browser independent and complies with the latest Web Standards techniques.
12/6/2010 11:00 AM - 12/8/2010 4:00 PMVC310 - Fundamentals of JavaScript: DOM Scripting (DHTML)
Learn important techniques that will enable you to design Web pages with the user in mind. Through an understanding of the Document Object Model (DOM), you will be able to create fast and efficient client-side scripting code using the JavaScript language. This course will build on your knowledge of simple hypertext mark-up language (XHTML/HTML) to expand the functionality of forms, data entry and user interfaces.
12/6/2010 11:00 AM - 12/10/2010 4:00 PMVC800 - WestLake Capstone: Fundamentals of Relational Databases
This Capstone series will teach the fundamentals of database design, and provide an education in Structured Query Language (SQL), the standard language used to access database structure and data. Any modern Web application built today uses a back-end database, usually a SQL-based tool. Learn the fundamentals of SQL, along with an introduction to database design, which will allow you to work with any database when building your Web applications.
12/6/2010 11:00 AM - 12/8/2010 4:00 PMVC815 - Introduction to SQL and Database Design
Databases drive nearly every Internet and Intranet Web site. WestLake's Introduction to SQL and Database Design class teaches you how to master their power through a thorough grounding in SQL and sound database design fundamentals. This course is designed for people with no relational database experience. The database that we use for the class is MySQL, an open source product that is gaining in popularity in the industry.
12/6/2010 11:00 AM - 12/10/2010 4:00 PMVC900 - WestLake Capstone Series: Java Developer
The Java Developer Capstone Series is perfect for anyone wanting to learn the fundamentals of building interactive, dynamic Web applications using Java and J2EE technology. Students will learn the fundamentals of Java then move into a discussion of JavaServer Pages (JSP). Due to the prevalence of databases in Web applications, the Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) API is also covered in detail.
12/9/2010 11:00 AM - 12/10/2010 4:00 PMVC320 - Advanced JavaScript: Dynamic HTML
Gain practical knowledge of dynamic scripting techniques by working with real-world examples of animation, shopping carts and calendars. You will learn and test concepts of menus and cookies to enable better Web page interactivity. You will learn all this with an emphasis on browser independence and the latest Web Standards compliant techniques. The course ends with a look at the future of DOM Scripting through AJAX: Asynchronous JavaScript and XML.
12/9/2010 11:00 AM - 12/10/2010 4:00 PMVC825 - Advanced SQL and Enterprise Databases
Building upon the skills mastered in WestLake's popular Introduction to SQL and Database Design course, Advanced SQL and Database Programming teaches the development techniques needed to take full advantage of powerful and flexible data-driven applications. We'll turn from the prior course's concern with data modeling and database design to how to use data in extensive, enterprise-class databases.
12/13/2010 9:00 AM - 12/17/2010 4:00 PMDC600 - WestLake Capstone Series: .NET Web Developer
This Capstone series is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of building interactive, dynamic Web applications using the .NET framework. Students will learn the fundamentals of the framework using either C# or VB.NET (examples and exercises provided in both!) and get an introduction to the .NET Base Class Library. Then they will move on to ASP.NET, and learn to put their skills to use building interactive feature-rich Web pages.
12/13/2010 9:00 AM - 12/14/2010 4:00 PMDC660 - Fundamentals of .NET Programming
This introductory-level class provides a solid foundation for developers to begin leveraging the .NET platform. Topics covered include an introduction to the .NET framework and the Common Language Runtime (CLR), language fundamentals, and object oriented concepts as implemented in .NET.
12/13/2010 11:00 AM - 12/17/2010 5:00 PMVC1550 PMP Certification Exam Prep
This instructor-led course covers all the key project management knowledge areas and processes as outlined by Project Management Institute (PMI) so you will have the information and confidence to pass the PMP certification exam on the first try.
12/13/2010 11:00 AM - 12/15/2010 4:00 PMVC410 - Introduction to XML
This course provides an in-depth look at the eXtensible Markup Language (XML) and why it is so dominant in modern applications. Students will learn how to create and parse XML documents, validate documents with Document Type Definitions (DTDs), and transform documents using the eXtensible Stylesheet Language (XSL) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS).
12/13/2010 11:00 AM - 12/17/2010 4:00 PMVC415 - WestLake Capstone Series: XML Developer
This intensive, hands-on course concentrates on the eXtensible Markup Language (XML) and building XML applications. Students will learn by doing, focusing on the XML components of an application and how to best use these components. Database integration will be investigated as well as manipulation with both the Document Object Model (DOM) and the eXtensible Stylesheet Language (XSL).
12/13/2010 11:00 AM - 12/17/2010 4:00 PMVC500 - WestLake Capstone Series: ColdFusion 8 Developer
ColdFusion 8 is a Web server add-on for Windows, Linux, and Solaris that makes integrating real-time database information with your Web site as easy as adding a few new tags to your pages. The second half of the week, you will learn the advanced skills you need to build even more useful and efficient database-driven Web applications.
12/13/2010 11:00 AM - 12/15/2010 4:00 PMVC512 - Introduction to ColdFusion 8
ColdFusion 8 is a Web server add-on for Windows, Linux, and Solaris that makes integrating real-time database information with your Web site as easy as adding a few new tags to your pages.
12/13/2010 11:00 AM - 12/15/2010 4:00 PMVC642 - WestLake Capstone Series: ASP.NET Web Services and Windows Communication Foundation (WCF)
Learn how to consume and create XML Web Services as well as a variety of WCF services. Learn about security authentication credentials, how to protect content during transit with end-to-end encryption, and pass data in a compressed format.
12/15/2010 9:00 AM - 12/17/2010 4:00 PMDC663 - Fundamentals of ASP.NET
This introductory/intermediate-level class provides the basics necessary to build and work with ASP.NET applications using Visual Studio.NET. The class introduces ASP.NET for Web development, and covers Visual Studio 2008, enabling students to get up and running quickly. The class drills down into detail on Web application architecture, leveraging User controls, and managing session and application state.
12/16/2010 11:00 AM - 12/17/2010 4:00 PMVC425 - Advanced XML and XSL
This class builds on a basic XML knowledge and focuses on creating modular and flexible stylesheets. Complexities like XPath, functions, modes, and dynamic modification of stylesheets is discussed with many examples and exercises. This is the perfect class for mastering the techniques required to transform your XML data into the various formats your applications demand.
12/16/2010 11:00 AM - 12/17/2010 4:00 PMVC521 - Advanced ColdFusion 8
Building on our popular Introduction to ColdFusion courses, WestLake's Advanced ColdFusion course teaches the advanced skills you need to build even more useful and efficient database-driven Web applications. We will also introduce you to powerful new features introduced in ColdFusion 8.
12/20/2010 11:00 AM - 12/21/2010 5:00 PMVC5271 – Adobe Captivate 5 Essentials
Using Adobe Captivate, you can capture screen shots on your computer and quickly turn them into eLearning lessons (movies). The lessons you create can be highly interactiveyou can add images, captions, rollovers, clickable areas, typing areas and sound effects. During this live, interactive two-day and instructor-led class, you will get an introduction to Adobe Captivate 5 and learn the core, essential skills that will help you create killer eLearning lessons.