The courses at Laurus College are designed to best assist the
student in meeting employment goals, while providing a
progressively challenging atmosphere for the student. The design
of the classes gives the student the opportunity to learn new
material while using projects created in previous lessons.
Students are provided with a wide variety of instruction each day
using lecture techniques, computer based training modules,
practice testing with live examinations, and hands-on laboratory
exercises. Through Laurus College, students gain the knowledge
and skills to be competitive in some of today's fastest growing
employment fields.
This program introduces students to the world of 3D animation. Students will focus on the techniques and methods for creating 3D animation and effects using the industry standard software Maya. Maya software is one of the world's most powerfully integrated 3D modeling, animation, effects, and rendering solutions in the video game design and development industry today. Film and video artists, video game developers, web designers, and print designers turn to Maya software to realize their creative vision. Using this software, students will explore ways to model, texture, animate, and render creative environments. Students will work in both 2D and 3D, creating characters with realistic motion in everyday life. In this program students will work with industry standard software to gain valuable skills in the video game design and development industry. Students in this certificate program will work to create a portfolio that showcases their creativity and their skills.
Computer Networking Certificate
Back to top
Maintaining and upgrading networks are essential for even the smallest of networks to ensure proper operation. Computer networking offers businesses, schools, small and large corporations, and families several benefits: faster access to more information, improved communication and collaboration, and more convenient access to software tools. Students in this program gain an understanding of how networks actually work and how they are used in many businesses today. Students move from the basics of computer networking to advanced network issues and implementations. This challenging and exciting program gives students the tools and information for potential employment in the IT and network service fields.
Information Technology & Service Professional Certificate
Back to top
Many companies want to have a staff member who can maintain the company's PC's and support their non-technical PC users, while other companies need staff who can go onsite to service computer problems. For this reason, technicians with this knowledge are in very high demand. The Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) represents over 7,500 computer hardware and software manufacturers that certify information technology and service professionals through certificate exams such as A+. This program is designed to teach students the skills needed to become competitive in the Service and Technology field and prepare students for the A+ certification examination. Upon successful completion of this program, and the passing of both exams required for A+ certification, the student will be awarded the A+ certification from Laurus College.
Web Design Certificate
Back to top
In today's world the internet is the fastest growing source of information. For this reason the demand for innovative and creative web pages and web sites has grown immensely. Laurus College offers students the opportunity to learn the skills needed for careers in the web design and development industry. Students in this dynamic program examine and train on software and design programs that are considered the standards in the web development industry. This exciting program includes training in the principles of web design, programming languages, image development and implementation, movie and animation loading to the web, graphics applications, and web page formatting. Students in this program are prepared for possible entry-level positions such as webmaster, web designer, or web developer.
