VIS Workshops Schedule - Spring 2008
Because the workshops are only available to WSU Vancouver faculty, staff and students and since seating is limited, we ask that you register for each workshop you would like to attend.
HTML I: Introduction to HTML
This workshop is designed to introduce you to Creating Web Pages using HTML. Topics will include: how to add text or graphics, links to other sites, efficient methods for loading and updating web pages onto the campus servers.
Documentation
| Wednesday | January 23, 2008 | 3:00-5:00pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | January 25, 2008 | 9:00-11:00am | VCLS224 |
HTML II: Tables, Forms, and Image Maps
This workshop will teach you how to use tables to add creativity or variety to your web pages and teach you how to create an electronic mail form for your web page. Some knowledge of HTML or attendance at the HTML I workshop is required.
Documentation
| Wednesday | January 30, 2008 | 3:00-5:00pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | February 1, 2008 | 9:00-11:00am | VCLS224 |
HTML III: Introduction to Cascading Style Sheets
Learn how to create and use style sheets for any web page. Attendees should already be familiar with creating web pages using code.
Documentation
| Wednesday | February 6, 2008 | 3:00-5:00pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | Febrary 8, 2008 | 9:00-11:00am | VCLS224 |
Web Accessibility
Learn about issues related to web site accessibility, including definitions, common problems, and web standards. Also learns some simple techniques to make web pages more accessible.
Documentation
| Wednesday | February 13, 2008 | 3:00-4:30pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | February 15, 2008 | 9:00-10:30am | VCLS224 |
HTML IV: Using Cascading Style Sheets for Layout and Positioning
Learn how to use style sheets to layout and position content on a web page. (Prerequisite: Attendees should take HTML III or have a basic understanding of style sheets.)
Documentation
| Wednesday | February 20, 2008 | 3:00-5:00pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | Febrary 22, 2008 | 8:30-10:30am | VCLS224 |
HTML V: Introduction to Understanding Javascript
This workshop will introduce you to the concepts used in Javascript with some hands on experience adding and modifying simple javascripts.
Documentation
| Wednesday | February 27, 2008 | 3:00-6:00pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | Febrary 29, 2008 | 8:30-11:30am | VCLS224 |
HTML VI: Creating Simple JavaScripts
This workshop will build on knowledge gained from HTML V. You will create your own simple javascripts. You must either have prior knowledge of JavaScript or have taken the Introduction to JavaScript workshop.
| Wednesday | March 5, 2008 | 3:00-6:00pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | March 7, 2008 | 8:30-11:30am | VCLS224 |
HTML VII: Dynamic HTML
Learn the basics of putting together a web page using HTML, JavaScript, and Style Sheets. Must have prior knowledge of HTML, JavaScript, and Style Sheets or have taken HTML I, HTML III, and HTML V.
| Friday | March 21, 2008 | 8:30-11:30am | VCLS224 |
| Wednesday | April 2, 2008 | 3:00-6:00pm | VMMC115 |
SkillSoft
This workshop will introduce the SkillSoft online training environment. SkillSoft provides online workshops on a variety of subjects to WSU faculty, staff and students. You will need to login with your WSU Network ID and password. All work can be done at your own pace and within your own schedule.
Documentation
| Friday | January 25, 2008 | 11:30am-12:00pm | VCLS224 |
Secrets of the Web
This workshop is designed to teach search engine tips and techniques, including when and how to use Google and other web search tools most effectively to find information, images and multimedia; how to develop basic and advanced Internet search strategies; and a survey of new, innovative Internet projects.
| Wednesday | January 30, 2008 | 5:00-6:30pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | February 1, 2008 | 11:30am-1:00pm | VCLS224 |
Library Resources
This workshop will introduce you to databases and other resources available through the library.
| Wednesday | February 6, 2008 | 5:00-6:00pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | February 8, 2008 | 11:30am-12:30pm | VCLS224 |
ePortfolio Training for Students
This workshop will walk you through, step by step, the use of the Common Interest Group and other features of the ePortfolio. Learn how to use this resource for group projects, presentations, and file organization.
| Wednesday | February 6, 2008 | 2:00-3:30pm | VMMC115 |
Access I
This workshop will go over the 7 basic steps in database design. You will also learn how to create tables, forms, and queries.
Documentation
| Friday | February 29, 2008 | 9:00am-11:00am | VMMC115 |
Access II
Introduction to relational databases, including concepts for design, structure, and creation.
Documentation
| Friday | March 7, 2008 | 9:00-11:00am | VMMC115 |
Access III
A case study will provide an opportunity for walking through the database design process.
| Friday | March 7, 2008 | 11:30am-1:30pm | VMMC115 |
Dreamweaver I
This workshop is an introduction to using Macromedia Dreamweaver to create, change or edit
web pages.
Documentation
| Wednesday | March 19, 2008 | 3:00-5:00pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | March 28, 2008 | 8:30-10:30am | VCLS224 |
Dreamweaver II
This workshop will focus on the more advanced features of Dreamweaver, including site management and templates. (PREREQUISITE: Must attend Dreamweaver I or have a basic understanding of creating webpages using Dreamweaver.)
Documentation
| Wednesday | March 26, 2008 | 3:00-5:00pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | March 28, 2008 | 11:00am-1:00pm | VCLS224 |
Photoshop
This workshop is an introduction to using Adobe Photoshop to create, change or edit
images.
Documentation
| Wednesday | April 2, 2008 | 3:00-5:00pm | VCLS224 |
| Friday | April 4, 2008 | 9:00-11:00am | VCLS224 |
Introduction to Outlook Email and Calendaring (For Faculty and Staff Only)
A time to learn how to use Outlook Email and Calendaring and find answers to your questions.
| Friday | February 15, 2008 | 10:00-11:30am | VMMC115 |
| Friday | April 11, 2008 | 10:00-11:30am | VMMC115 |
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