Training Connection Classes, Chicago

This hands-on beginner class is suitable for Project 2010, 2013 and 2016 users. You will start with basic concepts, before proceeding through all the functions required to effectively plan and manage small to medium-size projects. These include scheduling tasks, allocating resources, creating a timeline, tracking costs and reporting. This course...

This hands-on class is suitable for PowerPoint 2010/2013/2016 users.  You will learn to create more dynamic and visually appealing presentations using the more advanced features of PowerPoint. The course covers transitions and animation, themes, slide masters, advanced formatting, using templates, collaborating with others and more. Live face-to-face...

Students will learn how to set objectives and planning for a successful presentation, and many more.  Strong presentation skills are vital to succeed in business today. Whether you are doing an internal presentation or delivering a multi-million dollar sales presentation, the skills you learn on this workshop will allow to you produce...

This 1-day beginner class is designed to get you up and running quickly in Adobe Illustrator. You will create icon shapes, learn to use the pen tool and other manipulation tools, incorporate type into your artwork, create an event poster, and prepare your images for the Web and social media. This course is ideal for designers, marketers and anyone...

Students will complete 7 different projects including a corporate identity package (logo and letterhead), a cereal box, realty development map, a full color brochure, and more. The trainer will show you step-by-step how Professional Illustrators use Adobe Illustrator on a range of different design jobs. This approach not only teaches you proper workflow...

Our most comprehensive Illustrator course, taking you from beginner to master in 5 days. Consisting of 13 Real World projects, designed to teach you all the essential tools and techniques to perfect digital illustration. The trainer will show you step-by-step how Professional Graphic Designers use Illustrator on a range of different projects. This...

On this class you will learn how to use Microsoft Visio to draw a wide variety of drawings such as flowcharts, organization charts, maps, floor plans and more. No prior experience of Visio is needed. Course Outline: Opening and Closing Visio Working with Files Setting Up Your Screen Your First Drawing Basic Editing Tasks Formatting Shapes...

This hands-on Project class is suitable for Project 2010, 2013 and 2016 users. You will learn the more advanced features of Project such as working with network diagrams, calendar views, team planners, baselines, progress lines, resolving conflicts, working with resource pools, comparing projects, using the organizer and more. Course Outline Working...

This course will teach you the Fundamentals of Project Management. Students will learn how to manage time and costs, implement quality measures, handle project risks, acquire and motivate team members, and communicate effectively. This class is based on Project Management Institute or PMI principles but also introduces attendees to other...

This beginner course is suitable for PowerPoint 2007/2010/2013 users. You will begin by exploring the PowerPoint environment and then create a new presentation. You will format text on slides to enhance clarity. Add graphical objects to enhance the visual appeal. Add tables and chartsto present data in a structured form and...

This course consists of 6 different projects that cover the more advanced features of Adobe Illustrator.The trainer will show you step-by-step how Professional Illustrators use Adobe Illustrator on these more complex jobs. This approach not only teaches you proper workflow techniques but is also a proven training method for those looking...

Students will learn step by step how to produce clear and direct emails, letters, proposals and copy for ads and public announcements.  This course will teach you formulas for success in written communication. The training is interactive, fast-paced, fun, and full of tips and techniques you can use immediately. Learning Objectives Proper use...

This instructor-led course will help advanced Excel users to develop new skills to write and debug powerful VBA code to automate Excel operations such as inserting and formatting text, sorting and duplicating data, generating reports and more. You’ll also learn how to create interactive forms, insert calculations and handle run-time errors....

This course will teach you how to create more complex documents. Topics include working with long documents and table of contents, comments and tracking, reusable content, templates, mail merges, master documents, macros and more. Prerequisite: You should have completed our Introduction course or have similar experience prior to attending this course....

Students will learn all the tools and skills to master this powerful program, Adobe After Effects. Adobe After Effects is a powerful software program used for creating special effects for video and motion graphics. Target Audience: Graphic and Video professionals who need an essential understanding of video editing, motion editing and compositing....