Workshops

Microsoft Access is a Database Management System (DBMS) that combines the relational Microsoft Jet Database Engine with a graphical user interface and software development tools. Access allows users to store information into a database. The workshop is designed to introduce students to basic and some intermediate functions of Microsoft Access.

In this Beginners workshop, you will learn how to:

• Explore the functionality of the ribbon
• Create a new database
• Create tables and new data types
• Import and entering data
• Set up relationships and primary keys

In this Beginners/Intermediate workshop, you will learn how to:

• Sort and filter table data
• Build queries
• Design forms
• Create reports
• Link Excel and Outlook data files

Mondays (beginners/intermediate) – resumes April 24

Topic: Introduction to Access
Time:  2 – 3 p.m.
Meeting Id:  
Join Us On Zoom or In person: 199 Chambers Street, Room:  S510G

Adobe Photoshop is the industry-standard tool for digital imaging. The workshop is designed to introduce students to the beginners, intermediate and advanced functions of Adobe Photoshop.

In the Beginners workshop, you will learn how to:

• Workspace / Interface Overview
  • Document window
  • Menu bar
  • Options bar
  • Panels
  • Tools panel
• Basic Functions (type, erase, cut, copy, paste, clone, draw)
  • Type
  • Erase
  • Cut
  • Copy
  • Paste
  • Clone
• Creation Of A New Document
  • Preset details
  • Title
  • Width / Height
  • Orientation
  • Resolution
  • Color mode
  • Background content
• Basic Color Correction, Touch Ups and Enhancements
  • Auto Tone
  • Auto Contrast
  • Auto Color
  • Brightness / Contrast
• Modification of an existing document
• Saving the document (psd, jpeg, bitmap, pdf, png, etc.)
• Cheat sheet / shortcuts

In the Intermediate workshop, you will learn how to:

• Resize an Image
  • Width and Height (Pixels or inches?)
  • How to preserve proportions (Link icon)?
  • How to change the number of pixels in the image (Resample tab)?
• Resolution of an Image
  • Image Size (Number of image pixels assigned to each inch of a printed image)
  • Which resolution to pick for Printing?
  • How to preserve the original number of image pixels?
  • Resolution field (300 pixels per inch)
• Crop and Straighten an Image
  • How to adjust the size and shape of the crop border (Crop tool)?
  • How to position the image inside the crop border (Drag inside)?
  • How to rotate or straighten cropped image (Drag outside)?
  • Check mark and Option bar
• Expand a Canvas
  • Canvas Size (Increase the size of the document canvas)
  • Width and Height for online use or for print (Pixels or Inches?)
  • Relative, anchor points, and arrows.
• Work with Layers (Stacks in Layers panel)
  • Change layer order (Drag up / down)
  • Creating a new layer or Adding more layers
  • Rename a layer
  • Change layer opacity
  • Delete a layer or hide / reveal (Eye icon)
  • Unlock the Background layer (Converting a Background layer into a regular layer
• Resize a Layer
  • Edit + Free Transform
  • How to avoid distortion (Shift key)?
  • How to Rotation layer (Drag inside / outside)?
  • Check mark and Option bar
• Add Images to a Layered Design
  • File + Place Embedded
  • How to avoid distortion (Shift key)?
  • Positioning the added image (Drag inside)
  • Finalizing the placement

In the Advanced workshop, you will learn how to:

• Design a Logo
  • How to Create new shape
  • How to use custom shape
  • Standard document size
  • Logo font
• Double Exposure Effect
  • Choose clean image
  • Remove background
  • Create smart object
  • Choose blending image
  • Use photo masking
  • Use vector masking
• Make Your Photos Look Better Fast
  • Use photo filter
  • Use blending option
  • Use multiple layer
• Create a Retro Vintage Badge
  • Use shape
  • Use pen tool
  • Use color
  • Use gradient effect
• Create a 3D Rock Text Effect
  • Use multiple font
  • Use different text effect
  • Use different shadow
• Create visiting card
  • Learn standard document size
  • Text placement and alignment
  • Image placing
  • Document exporting

Tuesdays (beginners/intermediate)

Topic: Introduction to Photoshop
Time: 2 – 3 p.m.
Meeting Id:  7861543767 
Join Us On Zoom or In person: 199 Chambers Street, Room:  S510G

The workshop is designed to give students a better understanding of how to use a computer.

In this workshop, you will learn how to:

• Navigate Windows
  • Create folders
  • Locate software applications
  • Locate peripherals
  • Move files from one location to another
  • Copy/Paste files
  • Print
  • Email files
  • Delete
• Utilize Internet Searches Tools
  • Web browsers
• Student Credentials (Login.cuny.edu vs Stu.bmcc.cuny.edu)
  • Email Credentials
  • CunyFirst Credentials
  • Resetting Password
  • Accessing Email

• Other Resources
  • Software
  • LRC Academic Support Services

Wednesdays

Topic: Introduction to Computer Basics
Time: 3 – 4 p.m. 
In person: 199 Chambers Street, Room:  S510G

Microsoft Excel | Google Sheets is a powerful tool used to perform calculations and data analysis.  Data is organized by the use of columns and rows.  The workshop is designed to assist students on learning the basics with some intermediate skills of Microsoft Excel.

In the Beginners workshop, you will learn how to:

• Create and Open Workbook
• Terminologies on a Spreadsheet​
• Formatting Cells (borders, colors, general formatting)
• Creating Formulas (simple mathematical formulas, built-in functions)
• Creating Charts and Graphs (creating and designing a chart)​

In the Intermediate workshop, you will learn how to:

• Identify the Different Type of Sorting
  • Sorting Sheets
  • Sorting Ranges (highlighting ranges)
  • Custom Sorting
  • Adding Levels to Sorting
• Formulas
  • Creating Advanced Formulas (VLOOKUPS, HLOOKUPS, ABSOLUTE VALUES)
  • Locking Cells and Tables in Formulas
  • Copy and Paste Formulas
• Insert/Create a Pivot Table
  • Sort and Filter
  • Drag Fields
  • Change Summary Calculation
  • Create a Two Dimensional Pivot Table

Wednesdays (beginners and intermediate) – resumes April 24

Topic: Introduction to Excel
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 2 – 3 p.m.
Meeting Id:  4502366664 
Join Us On Zoom or In person: 199 Chambers Street, Room:  S510G

Microsoft PowerPoint | Google Slides is useful for developing a slide presentation and is currently one of the most commonly used slide-based presentation programs available. The workshop is designed to introduce students to creating professional presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.

In this workshop, you will learn how to:

• Explore the functionality of the ribbon
• Create slides
• Add, remove, and rearrange slides
• Change slide layouts designs
• Save themes and templates
• Insert and format images, videos, charts from excel, smart art, links and shapes
• Apply animation and transitions to each slide
• Share and collaborate on presentations
• How to screen record, create a voice over the presentation
• Export presentations as video, PDF, or JPEG files

Thursdays (beginners and intermediate)

Topic: Introduction to PowerPoint
Days: Thursdays
Time: 2  – 3 p.m.
Meeting Id:  7861543767
Join Us On Zoom or In person: 199 Chambers Street, Room:  S510G

Microsoft Word | Google Docs is a word processing program used to create professional documents, reports, letters, newsletters and résumés. The workshop is designed to introduce students to an array of formatting tools and tips in Microsoft Word.

In the Beginners workshop, you will learn how to:

• Explore the functionality of the ribbon
• Create a variety of documents, such as an essay, reports, a calendar etc.
• Distinguish between Cut, Copy, and Paste and learn their keyboard shortcuts
• Change font formatting, adjust line spacing, proofing tools to check spelling and grammar, get word counts, and more
• Use Word styles to help save time creating consistent and well-designed documents
• Insert links, images, shapes and charts—including SmartArt graphics and elements imported from other Office apps, such as Excel and PowerPoint
• Format documents in APA and MLA style
• Generate a reference page also known as a work cited page

In the Intermediate workshop, you will learn how to:

• Learn the purpose of headers and footers and how to use them
• Learn the advantages of columns and tables and how to use them
• Collaborate and share documents via OneDrive, email, and Google Docs
• Save document for personal, professional, educational or webpage use

Thursdays (beginners and intermediate)

Topic: Introduction to Word
Days: Mondays
Time: 12  – 1 p.m.
Meeting Id: 3948974898
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TOPIC:  How To Be A Successful Student

Becoming a successful online student definitely takes time, dedication, and practice. This workshop identifies the concerns that come with online learning and provides the keys to overcome them. With the right tools and best practices, everyone can be a successful online student.

*Workshops will run:  Mondays

Dates: March 6, 13, 20 and 27
Time: 4 p.m.

Meeting Id:  89980195896
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TOPIC: Time Management Strategies

Are you overwhelmed by all the demands of the working day? This presentation will guide you on how to effectively and efficiently manage your time.

*Workshops will run: Tuesdays

Dates:  March 7, 14, 21 and 28
Time:  2 p.m.

Meeting Id: 89980195896
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TOPIC: BMCC Resources Workshop

Want to take advantage of all the FREE resources on campus? Come see what BMCC has to offer!

Some FREE resources include…
-Tutoring
-Daycare
-Food
and more!

*Workshops will run: Wednesdays

Dates:  March 8, 15, 22 and 29
Time:  11 a.m.

Meeting Id:  89980195896 
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TOPIC: Test Taking Strategies

How well we perform on an exam will determine the grade we receive.

Here are some test-taking strategies you can consider:

• Study/review before class: this will help eliminate test anxiety, as you will feel confident.
• Avoid second guessing. You’ve studied and you are prepared. Trust your instincts.
• Use past tests and quizzes to study for upcoming mid-term and final exams.

*Workshops will run: Thursdays

Dates:  March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30
Time:  1 p.m.

Meeting Id: 89980195896
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TOPIC:  Effective Note-Taking Strategies

Note-taking is a skill that all students need to master to be successful in their classes. In this workshop, we will break down specific note taking strategies and students will be provided with helpful tools to assist in their studies.

Here are some strategies you can consider:

• Read before class, this allows you to be familiar with the material discussed during the lecture.
• Walk with your tools(pens, paper, text-book), thus avoiding disturbing others during the lecture.
• Find time to review class notes, this will make it easier to recall the information later.

*Workshops will run: Fridays

Dates:  March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31
Time:  2:30 p.m.

Meeting Id: 89980195896
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Developed in collaboration with the English Department and Writing Center, the Learning Resource Center’s English 101 Finals Workshops are designed to reinforce student understanding of key concepts in the essays of focus. Workshops are structured as open discussions or group reading sessions with experienced facilitators.

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