Courses

This four-day training session includes theory and practical aspects of fiber optic cable in the areas of communication and data transmission. Intended for individuals who wish to increase their knowledge and gain hands-on skills in fiber optics technology in preparation for writing the Fiber Optics Association (FOA) exam. Students will get the practical aspects of working with fiber optic cables, including connectors and terminations, fusion splicing and testing along with the theory and understanding of how fiber optic networks function. They will gain exposure to various methods and fiber types used in the industry.

Course Objectives
• Receive hands-on training that will accelerate your career opportunities.
• Fiber and Cable construction best practices
• Joining Fibers with Connectors & Splices
• Cleaving and proper fiber handling and preparation
• Types of Connectors and Splices
• Fiber Optic Test Equipment
• Types of applications for fiber optics

Upon successful completion of this course you will have the knowledge and skills to install state-of-the-art cabling for telephones, security system, CATV and LANS. You will be able to install and terminate fiber cables, as well as troubleshoot and document fiber systems within industry specifications. Successful completion will lead to certification by the Fiber Optic Association as a Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT).

Course Price: $1275
GST at 5%: $63.75

This is a specialist certification covering fiber optic splicing procedures intended for technicians involved in the installation of Outside Plant (OSP) fiber networks. The two days training session is focused on hands on training approach. The Instructor will test and provide verification of achievement of advanced skills in splicing. The course consists of 60% lab time.

Prerequisite: Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)

Course Objectives
• Comprehensive training on splicing (both mechanical and fusion)
• In depth understanding of splicing equipment, how they work and care practices
• Hands on lab sessions on mechanical and fusion Splicing using variety of equipment
• Practice on appropriate placement of the splice into splice tray and enclosure
• Deep understanding and interpretation of the OTDR Trace especially on spice loss

Upon completion of this course, participants will be proficient in performing all types of splicing using a variety of splicing equipment, perform OTDR testing and interpret the traces and know the various types of cable and enclosures for OSP applications. Successful completion will lead to specialist certification by the Fiber Optic Association that is vital in various job roles like Fiber Optic Splicing Technician, Installation Technician, network operator, network maintenance technician, test and measurement technician and components and systems designers.

Course Price: $789
Plus 5% GST: $39.45

This two-day program focuses on comprehensive training about the standards governing installation, testing, and troubleshooting of Outside Plant (OSP) fiber optics cable systems. This course is more than 70% hands on because we learn best by doing. The course concludes with a written and practical examination.

Prerequisite: Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)

Course Objectives
• Demonstrate cable preparation and cleaning skills for outside plant networks
• Deep understanding on fiber optic enclosures types and hardware
• Hands on lab sessions on mechanical and fusion splicing, Installation of fan out kits (furcation tubing), mid-span access and OSP cabling project completion
• Proficient use of test equipment for OSP Networks like OTDR, optical loss test set and visual fault locator (VFL)

Upon completion of this course you will have the knowledge, skills and proficiency that enable you to install and terminate fiber cables, perform testing, know the various types of cable and enclosures for OSP applications, as well as troubleshoot and document fiber systems within industry specifications. Successful completion will lead to specialist certification by the Fiber Optic Association that is essential in various job roles like Fiber Optic Installation Technician, network operator, network maintenance technician, test and measurement technician and components and systems designers.

Course Price: $789
Plus 5% GST: $39.45

This course provides foundational knowledge on the considerations and benefits of adopting cloud services and the Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud model, with a specific focus on Microsoft 365 cloud service offerings. You will begin by learning about cloud fundamentals, including an overview of cloud computing and specifically Microsoft cloud services. You will be introduced to Microsoft Azure, and you will examine the differences between Microsoft 365 and Office 365. You will then perform an in-depth review of Microsoft 365, including a comparison of Microsoft on-premises services versus Microsoft 365 cloud services, a review of enterprise mobility in Microsoft 365, and an analysis of how Microsoft 365 services provide collaboration. The course then analyzes how security, compliance, privacy, and trust are handled in Microsoft 365, and it concludes with a review of Microsoft 365 subscriptions, licenses, billing, and support.

Course Type: Instructor Lead Training
Course Duration: 8 hours

Learn how to best use the interactive whiteboard used in a variety of settings like classrooms, in
corporate board rooms and work groups, in training rooms and many more. If you are an educator,
assistant, teacher or administrator, this course will show you how to use a SMART Board as an intelligent
projector. You will learn how to use the main features and functions of the SMART software and
hardware and use other SMART educational tools. The training program is aimed to equip you on how
to use a SMART Board in conjunction with SMART Notebook software to design and organize dynamic
presentations.

This course is divided into two progressive levels, whereby the basics are covered in Level 1 and the
advanced skills and functionalities are done in Level 2 lessons.

Course Objectives for Level 1: Beginners

 Working with SMART Board Basics
 Know the concept and basic operations of the SMART Board software
 Learn how to connect to your computer, manage objects, insert graphics, and engage your class
 Familiarize with features of SMART Ink.
 Learn how to differentiate between annotation options when presenting with the SMART Board

Course Objectives for Level 2: Advanced

 Learn to download and use SMART Notebook software on your computer
 Learn about the many writing tools available on SMART Board and how to use them
 Discover ways to use SMART Ink and Capture to make use of documents you already have
 Discover the SMART Board Gallery where you will be able to create highly visual, interactive
lessons that engage and involve your students
 Learn about the Lesson Activity Toolkit and how it can help you in your classroom
 Discover multimedia functions in your SMART Notebook
 Learn tips in troubleshooting that will get you back on track quickly and easily.

The course boasts ample activities and practice scenarios for learners to successfully explore SMART
Boards, use them to enhance their current teaching practices, and interactively engage
participants/students in the learning process.

Course Price: $215
Plus 5% GST: $10.75

Course Type: Instructor Lead Training

Course Duration: 8 hours, delivered in two, 4 hour sessions

In this course delivered by our proficient Trainer who is a Google Certified Educator, you will learn how
to use Google Applications to create, manage, store and share various types of files for personal or
professional use. G Suite training course is equipped with outstanding information and guides that are
designed for end users who could be educators, students, knowledge workers and professionals from a
variety of roles in businesses.

This course is designed for beginners and those wanting to master Google Apps that also come as part of
the G Suite; Candidates who want to appear for G Suite Certification Exam; Anyone with a Google
account or anyone looking to collaborate more on group projects either personally, professionally or for
education purposes.

What you will learn:

 Store Documents and Files in Google Drive
 Collaboration with Docs, Slides, Sheets, Drawings, and Forms
 Manage Schedules, Tasks and Keep with Google Calendar
 Create Web Pages easily in Google Sites
 How to use G Suite for small or large business and schools
 How to use Gmail, Google Drive and all its integrated tools like Docs, Sheets, Slides, Sites,
Classroom, Calendar, Groups, etc
 Navigate Google Drive, making use of tools to upload, create, and download files
 Collaborate efficiently in the creation, editing, and finished document in various formats
(documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and forms)
 Collect and analyze data using data collection with Google Forms

Successful completion of this course prepares participants to attempt Google Certifications (G Suite for
Students and Certified Educator for Teachers).

Course Price: $180
Plus 5% GST: $9

Duration: Four hours
Google Classroom training is delivered by our proficient trainer who is a Google Certified Educator. In this course, you would learn in detail about this free web service that aims to simplify creating, distributing, and grading assignments in a paperless way. Google Classroom streamlines the process of sharing files between teachers and students in a very user-friendly atmosphere by allowing teachers/educators and other professional users to create classes, post assignments, organize folders, and view work in real-time.

Course Objectives
• Create a class in Google Classroom
• Understand how Google Classroom help teaching
• Know how to create tests that automatically grade themselves
• Learn how to create engaging assignments in Google Classroom
• Change classroom background to motivate a positive learning environment
• Create assignments and announcements
• Learn how to communicate with students using Google Classroom

The training session includes ample activities and lab sessions that gives the learners opportunities to try out different functionalities of Google Classroom in a training environment. Post-training email support by the Trainer for the teachers as they work on mastering their use of Google Classroom is available at no extra cost.

Course Price: $155
Plus 5% GST: $7.75

From making a good first impression to knowing what interpersonal skills are required in today’s workplace, employees need to be aware of what their employers look for, look at, and measure when they hire and promote employees. Employees who are unaware of these standards risk losing their job and becoming part of the “revolving entry level” employee. Employee responsibility is often the missing vital link in the working arena. This course presents the “need to know” essentials for today’s workplace, regardless of where that workplace is.

Course Objectives
• Discussion on the universal standards for thriving in a work environment
• Develop an understanding of what employers want and look for in employees to dramatically reduce costly turnover
• Create an understanding of workplace ethics and employability skills, sometimes referred to as soft skills

Based on research in Emotional Intelligence, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, standard business and industry workplace requirements, and youth and adult education, the Smart Work Ethics program is not designed to just provide information, it is designed to change behavior. Successful completion of this course will have the participants well familiarized with essential attributes in working environment such as punctuality, effective communication, positive work attitude, personal accountability, informed decision making, time management, independence & teamwork, problem solving and critical thinking and emotional intelligence.

Course Price: $1800
Plus 5% GST: $90

Online self directed e-learning course

Video Conferencing is increasingly becoming the preferred way for various communication purposes in multiple fields, be it in professional or non-professional settings. Besides organizing a meeting or training session or collaboration while working from home, people use video conferencing to have video interviews, online teaching, to connect with family and friends, remote diagnostics, telecommuting, and much more.

This course provides a complete generic guide into video conferencing for both organizer and attendees in professional or non-professional settings. The course includes tips for a successful and effective video conference meeting whether you’re using Skype, Zoom, WebEx, Google Meet, or any other video conferencing tool.

Course Objectives

• Identify different uses of video conferencing applications
• Know how to organize an effective video conferencing meeting
• Familiarize yourself with the most commonly used platform software and how they work
• Learn video conferencing etiquette for professional settings
• Understand how to manage non-professional settings like family video conferencing and events

Course Price: $54.99
GST at 5%: $2.75

This 2-day session is focused on training participants on all that is required for designing and installing Solar systems. The students learn the science behind solar power, electrical basics, performing site evaluations and the function and integration of all components of a solar powered system, both grid tied and off grid. All students will manually assemble a fully operational roof, pole and ground mounted solar powered system.

Course Objectives:
• How Solar Works
• Discussion on the business of solar on a local, national and international level
• Choosing Solar modules and their characteristics
• Designing and planning the layout of a solar array
• Process of mounting solar modules to the racking system
• Off Grid System Design and Off Grid Balance of System
• Best Practice in Over Current Protection, Grounding, Wiring and Workplace Safety
• Correct and safe method of commissioning (turning on) the system
• Maintenance and Cleaning of the system

Successful completion of this course will equip you with the knowledge, skills and complete understanding of all the different equipment involved in the system, the concepts of angles and shading, assembly of a fully operational solar powered system, parallel and series circuits, designing and installing a battery system, testing to understand the output of panels, and grid tie, off grid and hybrid systems.

Course Price: $995
Plus 5% GST: $49.75

Learn To Organize And Maintain Your Virtual Office Using Microsoft 365 (also known as Office 365): The Powerful, Everything-You-Need-In-One-Easy-Bundle Online Suite

Microsoft 365 is far more than classic Microsoft Office. Powerful collaborative tools like OneDrive, Teams, Planner, and Forms combine with traditional Microsoft apps to form a powerful productivity-boosting tool – and in this course we’ll show you how to tap into all the power Office 365 has to offer!

Updated for 2020 with all-new modules covering Microsoft Teams, To-Do, Kaizala, and Delve, with updates for Outlook online, OneDrive, Calendar, and more – over 20 new and updated video lessons!

This Course Not Only Gets You Oriented and Organized – It Shows You How to Use The Power Of the New Cloud Based Suite To Maximize Your Productivity, From Anywhere, Anytime

The popular and familiar tools are all here – including all the applications and tools that have been the foundation of the computer-based business revolution. But with 365, it has a new level of agility and integration that businesses and people have longed for.

Whether You Have An iPhone, Android, Windows PC or a Mac, Office 365 Works Seamlessly With Them All
Topics covered in this course include:
⦁ Understanding Office 365
⦁ Setting Up Email & Outlook Online
⦁ Getting Organized – Flags, Tags, Folders, and Categories
⦁ Staying Focused with Clutter
⦁ Storing, Sharing, and Collaborating With OneDrive & SharePoint
⦁ Communicating With Skype for Business
⦁ Using Office 365 Mobile Apps
⦁ Collaborating with Teams, Kaizala, Groups, and Planner
⦁ Security, Compliance, and Encryption Options
⦁ Password And Administration Made Easy
⦁ Customizing Office 365 With Apps & Templates
⦁ Lens: Your personal scanner & note-taker
⦁ Sharing Video with Stream
⦁ Expanding your Office 365 capabilities with PowerApps, Forms, and PowerBI

Sharing, Collaborating, Communicating, and Securing – This Course Teaches You Everything You Need To Know About Microsoft’s Latest Office 365 Tools and Features

Course Price: $135
GST at 5%: $6.75
Discounted Price: $44.99

CompTIA Project+ can help you understand project management concepts without investing the time and money that major project management certifications require. It is ideal for professionals who manage smaller, less complex projects as part of their other job duties but still need foundational project management skills. In this course, you will apply recognized practices of project management and understand a project’s life cycle, roles, and skills necessary to effectively initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control and close a project.

Course Objectives
• Explain the project management processes
• Demonstrate the formulas, charts, and theories of project management
• Memorize the formulas for earned value management
• Calculate float for complex project network diagrams
• Compare and contrast processes, knowledge areas, theories, and project management best practices
• Calculate float for complex project network diagrams

This course provides 40 hours (5 days) of project management education and is taught virtually by project management expert Joel Templeman. Our Project+ course provides complete coverage of the exam objectives CompTIA Project Exam PK0-003. Start today, invest in your career, and begin working to clear your exam. CompTIA Project+ is more versatile than other certifications because it covers essential project management concepts beyond the scope of just one methodology or framework.

Next session: November 9-13, 2020.

Course Price: $2475
Plus 5% GST: $123.75

Conversations, Channels, and Chatbots: Learn How To Get The Most from Microsoft’s New Communications Hub – Teams
The ability for teams to work together productively is perhaps the most important function in any business, and it’s the central focus of the new Microsoft Teams application.
From file sharing and co-editing to video calls, persistent chat, screen sharing, and more, learn how Microsoft Teams gives you the tools to stay in touch and get work done with your colleagues and partners.
Updated for 2019, this course includes new and updated material, including Shifts, Whiteboard, Praise, and Calls. We also discuss best practices for getting the most from your Microsoft Teams.
While it’s simple to use, Teams has a tremendous set of features to offer any team, and in this course we’ll cover it all, from getting started to adding external users and third-party connectors. We’ll also show you how to:
⦁ Describe the role and function of Microsoft Teams
⦁ Create and Manage Teams and Channels
⦁ Describe the difference between Channel Conversations and Chat Conversations
⦁ Identify uses for Chatbots, Shifts, Whiteboard, and Praise
⦁ Discuss how to start scheduled or ad-hoc Meetings
⦁ Setup and Edit a Wiki
⦁ Add custom tabs to Channels and Chats
⦁ Use Documents and Apps in Channels
⦁ Describe the function of Connectors
⦁ Discuss using the Calls feature of Teams as a phone system
⦁ Discuss the use of external users (guests) in Teams, including limitations
Quickly Search For And Find The Skills You Want To Master– Then Just Point, Click, And Learn
Over 4 hours of high quality HD content in the “Uniquely Engaging” TM Bigger Brains Teacher/Learner style

If you’ve mastered Microsoft Excel 2016 then you have one of the most practical and valuable skill sets in all of modern business. A spreadsheet guru can work wonders – from organizing lists, to creating multi-layered, interactive reports, to revealing answers to business-critical questions like ROI, budget allocations, tracking expenditures, and more. This course covers everything you need to know about Microsoft Excel 2016, from the very basics to the most advanced features and functions.

If you learn to use Excel 2016, you will start to see how useful it is in your life – from formatting your grocery list to calculating complex ROI values. If you are an experienced Excel user, let our Microsoft Certified Trainers Barbara Evers and Christina Tankersley walk you through everything you need to know about Microsoft Excel 2016, including:
• The basics of Functions and Formulas
• Managing Workbook properties
• Sorting, Filtering, and Summarizing Data
• Creating PivotTables and Pivot Charts
• Using Scenarios and Goal Seek
• Working with Macros
• Using Data Forms and Form Controls

Course Price: $150
GST at 5%: $7.5
690 mins | SCORM

In this eLearning course produced by Microsoft Certified Trainer Christina Tankersley we’ll show you everything you need to know to start harnessing the power of Microsoft Word, from the very basics to the most advanced features.

Whether You’re Just Getting Started Or Want To Move On To Certification – This Course IS For You
Microsoft Word is more than a Word Processor. If you know the skills taught in this course you will be more productive, in less time, and be able to maximize the potential functionality of what is probably the world’s most common program.
• Getting Around in the Word 2016 interface
• Creating, Saving, and Finding Documents
• Fonts and Printing
• Basic Formatting and Text Effects
• Working with Text Styles and Style Sets
• Adding Sections and Columns
• Inserting Tables of Content, Indexes, and Concordances
• Using Mail Merge
• Working with Charts and Table Data
• Manipulating Images
• Using WordArt, SmartArt, and Shapes
• Sharing and Co-Authoring
• Compare and Combine Multiple Documents
• Restricting Document Access

Course Price: $150
GST at 5%: $7.5
480 mins | SCORM

CompTIA A+ is the preferred qualifying credential and industry standard for launching IT careers into today’s digital world. The Official CompTIA® A+® Core 1 and Core 2 (Exams 220-1001 and 220-1002) course encompasses performance-based items that prepares the professionals to be able to think on their feet and perform critical IT support tasks in the moment. CompTIA A+ certification is built and continuously updated by a group of IT industry experts in various industries and professions who ensure that the knowledge attained matches the expectations actual employers are setting for their IT staff today.

More so, it is one of the core certifications that lay the groundwork for the specialized infrastructure and Cybersecurity pathway certifications.

Course Objectives:
• Demonstrate baseline security skills for IT support professionals
• Configure device operating systems, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, Android and iOS and administer client-based as well as cloud-based (SaaS) software
• Troubleshoot and problem solve core service and support challenges while applying best practices for documentation, change management, and scripting
• Support basic IT infrastructure and networking
• Configure and support PC, mobile and IoT device hardware
• Implement basic data backup and recovery methods and apply data storage and management best practices

Upon successful completion, CompTIA A+ certified professionals are proven problem solvers who can support today’s core technologies. Participants will be able to configure, install and upgrade operating systems, install and image virtual machines, set up and troubleshoot peripheral devices, assemble and disassemble computing hardware, set up and support basic home and small office networks, implement cybersecurity controls appropriate to help desk and technical support roles and troubleshoot and support end-user access to applications and data.

Course Price: $3395
Plus 5% GST: $169.75

MTCRE training Course embodies advanced static routing, point to point addressing, advanced tunneling and routing protocols and how they work. The target audience for this course are Network engineers and technicians wanting to deploy and support static and/or dynamic routed networks, Computer Scientists, Computer Engineers, Computer Electricians, WISP and Network Administrators.

Course prerequisites: MTCNA certificate

Course Objectives
• Advanced Static Routing
• Route diagnostics
• Point to Point Addressing (PtP)
• Virtual Private Network (VPN) concepts, types, and implementing tunnel protocols, VLAN
• Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) routing protocol
• Traffic Engineering

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to plan, implement and debug routed MikroTik RouterOS network configurations. The MikroTik certificate awarded after passing the examination is an international standard that is increasingly becoming a requirement when doing installations for most companies.

Course Price: $795
Plus 5% GST: $39.75

MTCIPv6E is a certification course that train students how to properly use IPv6 Protocol in order to avoid transition mechanism downtimes or approach security problems. It includes many practical exercises on RouterBOARD. The course content is tailored for Network engineers and technicians wanting to deploy and support IPv6 based, that is Corporate networks & Client CPEs (WISPs and ISPs).

Course prerequisites: MTCNA certificate

Course Objectives
• Understanding IPv6 Address
• IPv6 protocol and address configuration
• IPv6 Packet
• IPv6 Security
• Transition mechanisms
• Interoperability of IPv6

By the end of this training session, the student will be familiar with IPv6 protocol and be capable to implement IPv6 network. The MikroTik certificate awarded after passing the examination is an international standard that is increasingly becoming a requirement when doing installations for most companies.

Course Price: $795
Plus 5% GST: $39.75