*Note: This is a 4-day workshop that will be offered in two, 2-day segments.

The Case Files program was developed by Nashville State Community College under the sponsorship of the National Science Foundation. This program uses Problem-based Case Studies (PBCS), structured learning experiences designed to focus students' attention on analyzing the nature of a problem set within a broader, real-world context. The methodology combines required technical knowledge with an approach that addresses employability skill such as problem-solving and effective communication. This workshop introduces The Case Files approach, gives participants an opportunity to experience learning via this model, and discusses how it can be introduced into participants' institutions. Participants are able to learn from other faculty using the Case Files approach and have the opportunity to join this community of practitioners for ongoing support.

This course is designed for those individuals who have an interest in wireless networking. It provides a comprehensive, albeit low-level technical introduction to the world of wireless telecommunications with a focus on wireless LANs. After a broad overview of today's popular personal and networking radio technologies (e.g., cellular wireless and wireless LANs, MANs, PANs, and WANs), the workshop focus will be on wireless LAN technology. A complete coverage of the IEEE 802.11.x standard is provided. Topic coverage includes: network interface cards, access points, bridges, antennas, wireless topologies, security, troubleshooting, site survey, wireless simulation software, and wireless networking curricula. The participants of the workshop have an opportunity to setup and troubleshoot various different types of wireless LAN networks

This introductory course will be designed for those individuals who have programmed or taught programming in other languages and who now wish to transition to Java. This course will cover the basics of Java - the object oriented framework, class implementation, control structures and flow of control, algorithms and an introduction to GUI programming.

This introductory course will be designed for those individuals who have programmed or taught programming in other languages and who now wish to transition to Java. This course will cover the basics of Java - the object oriented framework, class implementation, control structures and flow of control, algorithms and an introduction to GUI programming.

Instructor: Charlene Emilian, Middlesex Community College

This workshop will be conducted as a skill-standards based classroom. It will provide you with tools to develop skill-standards based course materials and create an environment that promotes self-directed learning. You will work in teams to develop materials. Team building, teaching how to deliver dynamic presentations, and other employability and learning skills will be emphasized along with assessment rubrics and methodologies. In the workshop you will develop the elements of a skill-standards based module for one of your courses

Many, if not all, BATEC-participating institutions offer a course on Microcomputer Applications, aka Microsoft Office. This course demonstrates an articulated curriculum for the core Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access). Topics covered are course objectives, evaluation tools, and pedagogical techniques to incorporate national skill standards. In addition, participants are given access to a development/discussion forum which will help to support their course and each other throughout the year.