Adult Technical Course Catalog
Registration Form
Use the attached Registration Coupon to
register for any SUN TECH evening course.
Advanced Registration
Advance registration is by coupon through January 22, 2010.
Registration can be completed by filling in the coupon and returning to
the school with payment. Registration is available on a first-come,
first-served basis.
Regular Registration
Regular registration for those who did not register by coupon
will be conducted from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on September 2 at SUN Area
Technical Institute, New Berlin, Pennsylvania. Fall classes begin the
week of September 20, 2010. All registrants should report
for their first scheduled class unless otherwise notified. Only those
individuals who are enrolled in a class under the minimum will be
notified.
Class Information
All courses will be offered if a minimum of ten individuals
enroll and if we can obtain the services of a qualified instructor. The
SUN Area Technical Institute reserves the right to limit class size.
Eligibility
Those eligible for enrollment include adults and out-of-school
youths who have passed their eighteenth birthday. Having the ability to
profit from instruction is the principal qualification for the class
membership.
Course Fees
Program fees vary according to class. Payment should be included
with the Advance Registration Coupon and must
be in the form of a U.S. Postal Money Order or check. All payment must
be made to the order of SUN Tech.
Texts and Shop Materials
Tuition costs do not include textbooks, if
required. Shop materials used by students in personal shop projects are
not included in tuition costs. These will be billed at a nominal charge.
Refunds
The school reserves the right to refuse a tuition refund if a
student withdraws within 10 days or less of the scheduled start date.
There will be no refunds after attending the first class.
Grades
Grades will be issued to all individuals participating in the
Adult Education Program.
Non-Discrimination Policy
The SUN Area Technical Institute offers career and
technical programs in health, trade and industrial occupations.
Admission to these programs is based on completion of ninth grade or
GED. SUN Tech will not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, disability and age, in its admission procedures,
educational programs and activities or employment practices as required
by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504. For information regarding civil
rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX and Section 504
Coordinator, at 815 E. Market Street & 21st Century Dr., New Berlin,
PA 17855-0527, 570-966-1034.
If you have any questions, feel free to call the Adult
Education Office at 966-1031, Ext. 113 between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.,
FAX 966-9492
Course Catalog
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Art
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072A
Advertising Art
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 10 |
30 |
$188.00 |
$203.00 |
Introductory course will cover terminology and methodology most commonly used in advertising and the graphic design industry, including basics of computer and software applications (Illustrator®, Photoshop®, InDesign®), basic page layout, typography, elements of design, and digital photo editing and retouching. Recommended for anyone new to advertising or graphic arts field, interested in desktop publishing, or currently working in-house to produce visual media, or anyone wanting to improve their creative skills and/or better communicate with graphic artists, printers, web designers and others working in the visual arts industry.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 7, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
154
Basic Digital Camera Photography
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$75.00 |
$81.00 |
Wow! You have a new digital camera! I's really cool, but just like
your old film camera; you have no idea how to use it. Take this course
and learn about all the features of standard digital cameras such as
exposure and flash control, special functions for macro, sports,
nighttime, landscape, panorama and much more. Learn post production
tips for enlarging, enhancing and improving your pictures. And finally,
learn to store them so you can locate them later on!
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 27, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
155
Photoshop Basics
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$75.00 |
$81.00 |
Come learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop. You'll discover how to alter, restore and retouch photographs, create digital collages, scan images and make them print properly or download efficiently on the Web. Text Required.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 28, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
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Computer Science
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718A
Access 2010: Advanced, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- November 18, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
716A
Access 2010: Basic, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 23, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
717A
Access 2010: Intermediate, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 21, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
708C
Excel 2010: Advanced, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- November 16, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
706D
Excel 2010: Basic, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text Required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 21, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
707D
Excel 2010: Intermedite, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 19, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
723
Outlook 2010: Basic, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 27, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
713C
Powerpoint 2010: Basic, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- December 6, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
702B
Windows 7: Advanced, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 3 |
9 |
$50.00 |
$55.00 |
Text required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 18, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
701C
Windows 7: Basic, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 20, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
702C
Windows 7: New Features, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 3 |
9 |
$50.00 |
$55.00 |
Text required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- November 8, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
705C
Word 2010: Advanced, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text Required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- November 16, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
703C
Word 2010: Basic, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text Required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 21, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
704C
Word 2010: Intermediate, Mini
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$65.00 |
$70.00 |
Text Required. Limit 13.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 19, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
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Construction
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173
Blocklaying
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 6 |
24 |
$160.00 |
$172.00 |
Learn to lay concrete blocks. Emphasis is on mixing and using mortar,
layout, aligning, cutting, striking or tooling joints. Course can be
taken numerous times.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 21, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
174
Bricklaying
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 6 |
24 |
$160.00 |
$172.00 |
Learn to lay bricks. Develop skills in the use of hand tools, laying brick to a line, building corners, cutting, various patterns and types of bonds. Course can be taken numerous times.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- November 2, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
179
Building a Deck
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
6 |
$45.00 |
$50.00 |
Students will participate in the construction of an exterior deck with
handrails and steps. The safe use of power tools will be taught at this
class.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
201
Cabinetmaking
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
36 |
$228.00 |
$246.00 |
Principles, practices, and procedures as applied to cabinet and
furniture making, along with developing skills for the safe use of
machine and hand tools. Course can be taken numerous times.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
176
Installing a Floating Floor System
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
6 |
$45.00 |
$50.00 |
Students will install a floating floor system. They will cut trim and
door jambs to prep for floor. The safe use of power tools will also be
taught during the class.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
177
Installing Ceramic Tile
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
6 |
$45.00 |
$50.00 |
Students will install backer board, tile and grout during the class. Safety is always a priority and will be taught.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
178
Installing Vinyl Siding & Soffit
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
6 |
$45.00 |
$50.00 |
This course will offer basic instruction on the installation of vinyl
siding & soffit materials. Students will receive hands-on training
in these areas.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
185
Insulation & Waetherization
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 1 |
3 |
$20.00 |
$25.00 |
This course will consist of 1 three hour theoretical program that will concentrate on energy saving and home comfort, insulation and weatherization. Options will be explored and there will be an extensive question and answer period.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 21, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
0
OSHA Safety Training
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 5 |
10 |
$50.00 |
$50.00 |
10 Hour General Industry Course
- Upcoming Sessions:
- November 4, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
180
Principles of Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED)
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
6 |
$35.00 |
$40.00 |
If you're a contractor, design professional, government official,
realtor or owner, you’ll need to be familiar with the principles of
LEED. LEED will become the future standard for high performance
buildings. You’ll learn the basics of LEED that includes: Sustainable
Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy & Atmosphere, Materials and
Resources and Indoor Environmental Quality.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
169
Rough Framing
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 6 |
24 |
$175.00 |
$187.00 |
Learn to frame a residential building using standard blueprints;
students will use hand-on experiences to build a structure; includes
studs, joists, sheathing, windows, doors stairs and more.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 20, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
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Dental and Health Assisting
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300B
Dental Assisting 1
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 24 |
72 |
$450.00 |
$486.00 |
Introduces the students to chair side dental assisting; includes
anatomy, basic assisting skills, evacuation techniques,
instrumentation, charting, sterilization and infection controls. Text
required. Limit 10. This is the first of a two-part program.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 20, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
301A
Dental Assisting II
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
72 |
$400.00 |
$450.00 |
Continuation of Course NO 300B; expands instruction with specialization
in dental radiology, procedures and safe use of equipment, also
includes dental materials. Includes practical experience in our Dental
Clinic. Limit 10. Prerequisite Dental Assisting I.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
405
Medical Coding
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 12 |
36 |
$225.00 |
$243.00 |
An introduction to diagnosis and procedural coding using current
approved resources. Coding exercises using the ICD-9 volumes and CPT-4
volumes along with textbook assignments gives basic understanding of
coding systems. Basic Medical Terminology knowledge helpful. Texts
required.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 18, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
401C
Medical Terminology
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 9 |
18 |
$113.00 |
$122.00 |
Successfully proven medical terminology course provides basic knowledge
of the medical language and an understanding of how complex medical
terms are formed. For workers requiring knowledge of medical terms. An
excellent refresher course for returning medical professionals and
entry-level training. This course offers an innovative approach which
makes it fun and easy to learn with results averaging 90% retention.
Text required.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 28, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
403
Nurse Aide
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
150 |
$1000.00 |
$1000.00 |
A Pennsylvania Department of Education approved nurse aide training program. Course includes classroom and theory training. Tuition includes text/workbook and certification exam. Prerequisites: Physical, TB tests, Clearance(s) & Uniforms. Call for additional information or check:
http://www.sun-tech.org/adults/cna.html.
150 Total Hours (100 Classroom & 50 Clinical)
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 20, 2010 @ 3:00 PM
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Drafting and Design
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104F
Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) I
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 10 |
30 |
$188.00 |
$203.00 |
Introductory course on the theory and operation of industrial CAD
equipment using Auto CAD. Course is for students with general drafting
training or work experience. Limit 12.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 20, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
107
Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) IIA Architectural
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 10 |
30 |
$188.00 |
$203.00 |
Continuation of course 104F. Additional hands-on experience on CAD
workstation with emphasis on architectural Drawings. Students will gain
experience creating floor plans, elevations, electrical, foundation,
and plot plans. Students will also be able to use architectural
libraries to complete their drawings. Each student will have access to
their own CAD workstation. Text required. Limit 12.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- November 8, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
105E
Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) IIM Mechanical
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
30 |
$180.00 |
$198.00 |
Continuation of course 104F. Additional hands-on experience on CAD
workstation with emphasis on Mechanical Drawings. Students will gain
experience creating mechanical drawings utilizing AutoCAD software.
Each student will have access to their own CAD workstation. Text
required. Limit 12.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
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Electrical and Electronics
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116
Electric Motor Controls
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 10 |
30 |
$188.00 |
$203.00 |
A course in basic theory, operations maintenance and AC motor controls.
Course utilizes a variety of single-phase and multi-phase AC motors.
Understanding of basic electricity required. Text required.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 22, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
122
Integrated Home Network Installation
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
12 |
$100.00 |
$125.00 |
Learn how to install an integrated home network to distribute communication signals such as TV, telephone, computer, and Internet runs, and terminating cables used for TV, telephone, computer, and security systems.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
118
Introduction to Variable Frequency Drives
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$75.00 |
$81.00 |
A beginners course, which presents variable frequency ac drive theory,
specifying, installation, setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Students should have a background in commercial / industrial electrical
fields, knowledge of motor control scenarios and basic PC skills.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 5, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
119B
Programmable Logic Controls (PLC)
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 10 |
30 |
$188.00 |
$203.00 |
Introductory course in the operation and programming of PLCs used in
motor control systems. Theory and lab sessions using Allen Bradley
Micrologic 1000 and SLC-500 controls using RS Logix 500 software. Limit
12, text required. Knowledge of Windows recommended.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 23, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
112
Residential Electrical Wiring
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 12 |
36 |
$240.00 |
$260.00 |
Methods and procedures used in house wiring, service installation, distribution of circuits, low voltage circuits and electrical codes. Text Required.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 27, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
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Manufacturing and Service
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161B
Advanced Welding
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 9 |
36 |
$225.00 |
$250.00 |
Continuation of Course 166B. For individuals requiring
advanced skills in specialized areas. Welding certification available in
certain areas at a cost for materials. Course can be taken numerous times.
Text required. Limit 10.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 25, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
242
Air Conditioning
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
36 |
$195.00 |
$214.00 |
Basic course in principles and theory of the compression refrigeration
cycle. Includes troubleshooting and maintenance of air-conditioning
equipment. Recycling of refrigerants included. Text Required.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
240A
CFC-HCFC Refrigerant Managenent Certification
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
12 |
$200.00 |
$220.00 |
This course is designed to meet certification requirements for the
proper usage and safe handling of refrigerants, including recycling and
reclaiming. Designed to help HVACR Technicians comply with Section 608
of the Federal Clean Air Act. All instructional materials and
certification exams included. Limited enrollment.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
182
Computer Numerical Controls (CNC)
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
30 |
$170.00 |
$185.00 |
Introduction to CNC programming through the use of simple and practical
programming techniques, for machine operators and managers; limited
hands-on demonstration of programs, tooling and safety included. Text
required. Limit 8.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
049A
Downhill Pipe Welding
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 12 |
48 |
$350.00 |
$380.00 |
The course encompasses aspects of pipe welding, with an emphasis on E6010 downhill pipe welding. Students will be instructed in welding consumable selection, weldment preparation, fit up, tacking and welding of pipe. The class will give the student a look at the theory behind pipe welding and answer the question of why the pipe is welded in a certain way.
Limit 8.
Prerequisites: Intro. to Welding & Advanced Welding
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
186
Geothermal Energy
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
12 |
$75.00 |
$81.00 |
Basic course in principals and theory of geothermal energy. Includes installation and troubleshooting of four basic types of geothermal systems, horizontal, vertical, pond or lake and open loop systems.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 22, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
166B
Introduction to Welding
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 9 |
36 |
$225.00 |
$250.00 |
Basics
in oxyacetylene and electric arc welding. Available equipment includes
stick, MIG, TIG, and plasma arc cutting equipment. Consists of hand-on,
theory and welding safety. Limit 12.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 20, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
181A
Machine Shop Operations
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 9 |
36 |
$225.00 |
$245.00 |
Fundamentals in the operation of lathes, mills, drill
presses and grinders. Includes shop theory and print reading. Opportunity to
earn credential in the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Level I
certification. Course can be taken numerous times.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 22, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
184
MasterCAM 2D
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 5 |
15 |
$100.00 |
$108.00 |
An introductory course that will consist of Mastercam functions,
coordinating systems, creating 2D geometry, and altering geometry. Toolpathing including
contours, pockets and drill cycles will be covered. You will also learn posting, saving
and downloading programs.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 27, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
245B
Oil-Fired Hydronic Boilers and Accessories
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 12 |
36 |
$188.00 |
$203.00 |
Installation and maintenance of residential and commercial heat plant, includes sizing, piping, annual servicing, troubleshooting, efficiency testing, safety and others. Text required.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 21, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
241
Plumbing I
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 10 |
30 |
$188.00 |
$203.00 |
Introduction to plumbing. Includes water and drainage systems, plumbing codes, venting, threading, soldering, hand and power tools. Text required.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 23, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
244
R410 Refrigerant Management Certification
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
5 |
$55.00 |
$60.00 |
Additional certification for persons working with higher pressure
refrigerants such as AZ-20, Puron and 410A. Course operates on the same
schedule as 240A at a reduced class time. Includes materials and exam.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
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Specials
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135
Creative Cooking
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 6 |
18 |
$150.00 |
$165.00 |
For those interested in unusual food, recipes and instruction in the preparation of special foods for all occasions. All will participate in the kitchen. Tuition includes material fee for supplies.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 23, 2010 @ 6:30 PM
502
ISO 9001
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 10 |
30 |
$188.00 |
$203.00 |
A practical course in ISO9001:2008 Standards for manufacturers, software developers, and service companies. Learn to meet appropriate standares, save time and money during the implementation process and provide an non-quantitive intrrduction to ISO 9001 standards. For middle managers and supervisors. Text requried.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 20, 2010 @ 6:30 PM
802
Landscape Maintenance
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 12 |
24 |
$185.00 |
$200.00 |
The course is designed for landscapers, arborists & other green industry professionals as well as homeowners with interest in gardening & landscaping. By the end of the course, students will be familiar with common horticultural terms, modern tools & their use, soil characteristics, plant identification and selection, landscape design principles, lawn care, tree & shrub pruning & pest management. The course will utilize classroom experiences as well as hands-on opportunities.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
148
QuickBooks
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 10 |
30 |
$210.00 |
$225.00 |
Step-by-step hand-on and instructor lead demonstration on Intuis popular computerized small business accounting software; knowledge of basic accounting and PC use helpful. Limit 10.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 7, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
C900
Retirement Planning
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 2 |
6 |
$49.00 |
$49.00 |
Retirement Planning Today(R) is a course that is uniquely designed to help pre-retirees and thoe retired identify and find money they are currently unknowingly and unnecessarily transferring away. Most people will lose more money by the unintended transfers of wealth through the way they handle their morgages, taxes, qualified plans, gifting, college planning and expenses like car payments and credit cards than they will accumulate in their llifelong savings/investment accounts. Are there areas in your financial plan that would benefit from avoiding losses? You don't know what you don't know! Get informed...Register today!
Tuition is for one (1) registrant and a guest. Please specify Tuesday or Thursday classes.
Tuesday Sessions October 5 & 12 @ 6:30 p.m.
Thursday Sessions September 30 & October 7 @ 6:30 p.m.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 30, 2010 @ 6:30 PM
133
ServSafe
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 4 |
16 |
$160.00 |
$180.00 |
For indivisuals requiring certification in food safety and sanitation; approved by the PA Department of Agriculture, cost includes manual and exam.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 21, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
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Transportation
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047
Auto Body Repair and Restoration
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 10 |
30 |
$188.00 |
$203.00 |
Basic course on working with body filler, primer, masking, spray
painting and repairs of small dents. Course can be taken numerous times.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 22, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
049
Basic Car Care
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 5 |
15 |
$80.00 |
$85.00 |
Don't depend on others! Learn the basics of your vehicle. Information
to be covered will include auto expenses, repair facilities, safety,
tools, fluids, vehicle systems and emergencies.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 28, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
051A
Estimating
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 8 |
24 |
$150.00 |
$162.00 |
For collision related vehicle repairs; includes manual and computer
based formats; learn estimating procedures for insurance and business
requirements.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- September 23, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
026
Inspection Mechanic Clinic
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 2 |
6 |
$27.00 |
$27.00 |
Course designed to familiarize student with the tools used for state inspection. In addition, emission systems involved with visual anti-tampering portion of the state inspection procedure will be introduced. The course is highly recommended for any student enrolled in the state inspection course. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that student have previous work experience in the automotive, motorcycle or heavy truk repair industry. The course DOES NOT provide instruction concerning the common practices used to diagnose or repair vehicles.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- November 18, 2010 @ 3:30 PM
048A
MACS Certification in Refrigerant Recycling and Service Procedures
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 0 |
6 |
$60.00 |
$65.00 |
Course designed to provide the necessary information to successfully
complete the Mobile Air Conditioning Society's Refrigerant Recovery and
Recycling Technician Certification Test. Course and instructor are
approved by the U.S. EPA for technician training requirements under
Section 609 of the Clean Air Act. All instructional materials and
certification exam are included. Limited Enrollment.
There are currently no sessions scheduled.
024
Pennsylvania State Inspection
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 3 |
12 |
$156.00 |
$156.00 |
The course is designed and written by PA Department of Transportation. It covers PA State Inspection Regulations relating to passenger cars and light trucks. It provides opportunity for self study concerning heavy truck and motorcycle inspection. Upon passing written and tactile portions of testing, student may obtain state certification in one or all vehicle categories. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that the student have previous work experience with the vehicle type that corresponds with the category in which they are testing. The course does not provide instruction concerning the common practices used to diagnose and repair the above vehicles. Cost includes tuition, book, one written test and one special category written test and tactile test. Tuition includes textbook. Additional special category tests are $40. For an application go to: http://www.sun-tech.org/adult-ed/inspection-certification/ or call 570-966-1031, extension 113.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- November 15, 2010 @ 3:30 PM
042
Wheel Alignment
| Sessions |
Instructional Hours |
Cost (Resident) |
Cost (Nonrestident) |
| 10 |
30 |
$188.00 |
$203.00 |
Theory of wheel alignment, proper inspection pf steering and suspension parts; step-by-step instructions on automotive and light truck front and rear wheel drive vehicles using John Beam/Snap-on electronic wheel alignment equipment.
- Upcoming Sessions:
- October 4, 2010 @ 6:00 PM