New Year, New Programs

To ring in the new year, we'd like to provide an updated version of our Visible Edge Certificate Programs. We've expanded and enhanced all of our programs in order to provide you with the knowledge and skillset you need to excel - regardless of your industry.

Cybersecurity & Information Technology (IT):

This program first starts by teaching basic IT skills to ensure the student is prepared to learn advanced IT and Cybersecurity functions. Both coursework and labs teach and prepare students to obtain industry-recognized certifications including CompTIA ITF+, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Windows, Windows Server, and additional certifications. Once the student masters IT fundamentals, they'll dive into system virtualization and Cybersecurity - learning skills such as network security and penetration testing. To learn some more about this program, head to our Cybersecurity & Information Technology (IT) page.

Digital Marketing & Web Design:

With advancements in social media and technology, digital marketing and web design have proven to be two of the most crucial disciplines in the industry today. In this course, students will explore the most in-demand programs and platforms in the Digital Marketing & Web Design disciplines – including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign, Premiere Pro, WordPress, Google Analytics, Mailchimp, and more. You'll also focus on getting your impressive content in front of users by mastering web design and social media tools such as WordPress, Google Analytics, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Quora, YouTube, and other platforms. To learn some more about this program, head to our Digital Marketing & Web Design page.

Digital Marketing & Animation:

Master content creation using the most in-demand programs and platforms in digital marketing - including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and more. You'll then focus on more advanced content creation including photorealistic renderings and animations using products such as KeyShot, V-Ray, 3ds Max, Maya, SolidWorks and Blender. Finally, you'll step into the world of augmented and virtual reality with Unity & Unreal Engine. To learn some more about this program, head to our Digital Marketing & Animation page.

Mechanical Design Applications Specialist (SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo):

This program prepares you to be a 3D Parametric Solid Modeler & Detailer using industry standard 3D Mechanical Computer Aided Design (MCAD) tools. Learn to create 3D models and produce technically accurate drawings of electro/mechanical parts, mechanisms, and assemblies - while also learning industry standard drafting and modeling practices. A wide range of unique electives are also included in this program to increase your employment marketability and expand your skill set. To learn some more about this program, head to our Mechanical Design Applications Specialist (CAD) page.

Revit Architectural Design Applications Specialist:

This program will prepare you to become a 3D Parametric Solid Modeler & Detailer using the industry-standard 3D Architectural Computer-Aided Design tool, Revit. Learn to create 3D models and produce technically accurate drawings of architectural structures - all while learning industry-standard drafting and modeling practices. Optional electives include core training in SolidWorks, Creo (AKA Pro/ENGINEER), Inventor, and AutoCAD. To learn some more about this program, head to our Revit Architectural Design Applications Specialist page.

Production Technologies:

This program is geared towards the basics of production processes focusing on fabrication, assembly, CNC, metals, plastics, and machine operation functions. You'll begin by overviewing Manufacturing Processes and Sciences, 3D printing, math fundamentals, and other related topics. Then, you'll be introduced to CAD systems, 3D parametric geometry/drawings, basic measurements, tolerances, quality, and welding. Finally, you will dive into robotics, OSHA standards, ergonomics, safety, prevention, GD&T, and more. To learn some more about this program, head to our Production Technologies page.

Advanced Manufacturing Technologies:

This program focuses on how companies manage, improve, and automate their core manufacturing and production processes. In this program, you'll start by learning skills and concepts in the emerging field of Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing). Then, you'll dive into additional core courses including Introduction to Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma, Continuous Process Improvement, Quality Fundamentals, Process Design & Development, and more. To learn some more about this program, head to our Advanced Manufacturing page.

Project Management Professional (PMP/CAPM):

This program prepares you for the PMP® (Project Management Professional) Certification Exam and/or the CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) Exam. With a focus on Project Management, you will also learn how to navigate, view, create, and manage information within a departmental and enterprise level system - including how to manage assigned tasks, product structures and changes, and how to effectively plan/create project management strategies. To learn some more about this program, head to our Project Management Professional (PMP/CAPM) page.

(Big) Data Analytics & Business Intelligence:

The proliferation of data across all sectors of the global economy has given rise to one of the most in-demand, booming fields today: Analytics. This program is one of our most advanced and in-depth programs to date - touching upon countless related ideas and processes to provide an extremely comprehensive knowledge set. Data is transforming and powering businesses everywhere - from hospitals and cities to higher education and corporations. To learn some more about this program, head to our (Big) Data Analytics & Business Intelligence page.

Also, stay tuned for our upcoming program releases, which will be announced in the next few months. Some of our new programs will include Open Career Studies, Office Administration & Support Technologies, Architectural & Civil Design Technologies, and Robotics & the Internet of Things (IoT). To learn more about our upcoming program releases, contact us for more information.