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Adults > Evening Courses
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Spring 2005 Adult Technical Courses |
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Registration Form
Use the
attached Registration Coupon to
register for any SUN TECH
evening course.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION
Advance registration dates by
Coupon through January
31, 2005.
Registration can be completed by filling in the Coupon and returning
to
the School. 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 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on January 5 at the SUN Area
Career and Technology Center, New Berlin, Pennsylvania.
Spring classes begin the week of February 14,
2005, unless stated
otherwise. All registrants should report for their first scheduled
class
unless otherwise notified. Only those individuals who are enrolled
in a
class under the minimum enrollment will be notified.
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GENERAL INFORMATION |
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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
Career
and Technology Center reserves the right to limit class size.
Eligibility
Those eligible
for enrollment include adults and out-of-school youths
who have passed their sixteenth birthday. Having the ability to
profit
from instruction is the principle qualification for class
membership.
Course Fees
Program fees vary according to class. Payment should be included
with
the
Advance Registration Form
and must be in
the form of a U.S. Postal
Money Order or check. All payments must be made to the order of SUN
Area Tech School.
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.
If you have any questions, feel free to call the Adult Education
Office at
966-1032 between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. • FAX 966-9492
Nondiscrimination
Policy
The SUN Area Career and
Technology Center, an equal opportunity employer, will
not
discriminate in employment, educational programs or activities, based
on race,
age, religion, national origin, sex, handicap, or because a
person is a disabled
veteran or a veteran of the Vietnam Era.
Activities, services and facilities are
accessible to handicapped
persons. This policy of nondiscrimination extends to all
other legally protected classifications. Publication of
this policy is in accordance
with state and federal laws including
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
and Sections 503 and 504
of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Inquiries should be
directed to Mr.
Geoffrey Schmitz, Affirmative Action Office, 503/504 Coordinator
and
Title IX Coordinator, SUN Area Career and Technology Center, 21st
Century
Drive, P.O. Box 527, New Berlin, PA 17855-0527, Telephone
Number (570) 966-1034.
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS - Transportation
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047 |
Auto Body Repair and Restoration: Basic course
on working with body filler, primer, masking, spray painting and
repairs of small dents. Course can be taken numerous times.
Starting February 14, Mondays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
10 Sessions, 30 Instructional Hours
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SUN TECH provides
I-CAR
training courses for
Collision Repair Technicians. For information contact SUN TECH.
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041 |
Automotive Air
Conditioning Systems: Fundamentals of A/C
systems, repairs and troubleshooting, includes proper
environmental procedures for all automotive refrigerants; use of
charging and recycling equipment.
Starting February 16, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
8 Sessions, 24 Instructional Hours
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Automotive Refrigerant
Management Certification: Course designed to
meet certification requirements for the proper use and handling
of refrigerates use in mobile transportation vehicles, EPA 609,
all instructional materials and certification exam included.
Limited enrollment.
Starting April 13, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
2 Sessions, 6 Instructional Hours
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026 |
Inspection Mechanic Clinic: Prior to enrollment
in a PA State Inspection Mechanic Course learn how to use the
required tools and equipment to perform a state vehicle
inspection.
Starting February 28, Mondays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Second Section April 18, Third Section May 16
2 Sessions, 6 Instructional Hours
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SUN TECH provides
Pennsylvania State
Inspection Mechanic Certification
training. For information contact SUN TECH.
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS - Electrical and Electronics
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112
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Residential
Electric Wiring:
Methods and procedures used
in house wiring, service installation, distribution of circuits,
low voltage circuits, and electrical codes. Text required.
Starting February 14, Mondays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
12 Sessions, 36 Instructional Hours
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114
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Network Cabling –
Copper-Based Systems:
Program provides knowledge
and skills necessary to be an entry level technician in the
network cabling industry. Independent certificate provided to
successful completers; includes - tool use, construction
techniques, industry standards, troubleshooting and repair; must
have fine motor skills and ability to distinguish colors. Limited
enrollment, workbook and parts package extra.
Starting February 17,
Thursdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
10 Sessions, 30 Instructional Hours
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116
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Electric Motor Controls:
A course in basic theory, operations
maintenance and related motor controls. Course utilizes a variety of
single-phase and multi-phase AC motors. Understanding of basic
electricity required. Text required.
Starting February 15, Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
10 Sessions, 30 Instructional Hours
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119B
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Programmable Logic
Controls (PLC):
Introductory course in the
operation and programming of PLC's 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 98 recommended.
Starting April 26, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
10 Sessions, 30 Instructional Hours
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110
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Electrical/Electronics Theory and Applications:
Self-paced
independent study program offered by our Electronics Department.
Provides competency-based instruction in (12) electronics areas.
Curriculum and equipment designed and built by Heathkit Company.
Areas of study include - DC, AC, semiconductors, digital
techniques, test equipment, microprocessors, and others. Call or
write for complete brochure describing program. Course to be taken
numerous times to cover all areas; text and workbook extra. Text
required.
Starting February 16, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
12 Sessions, 36 Instructional Hours
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS - Drafting and Design
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104f
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Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) I:
Introductory course on the theory and
operation of industrial CAD equipment using Auto CAD Version 2005.
Course is for students with general drafting training or work
experience. Limit 12.
Starting February 14, Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
10 Sessions, 30 Instructional Hours
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107
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Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) IIA Architectural:
Continuation
of course 104F.
Additional hands-on experience on CAD workstations 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.
Starting April
4, Mondays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
10 Sessions, 30 Instructional Hours
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105E
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Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) IIM Mechanical:
Continuation of
course 104F. Additional hands-on experience on CAD workstations 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.
Starting March 30, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
10 Sessions, 30 Instructional Hours
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS - Art
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072A
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Advertising Art:
Introductory course in the
layout and design of commercial brochures, advertising media and
other applications. Use of pen and ink as well as computer programs
such as Quark, Photoshop and Illustrator on PC and Apple computers.
Course can be taken numerous times. Limit 10.
Starting February 24, Thursdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
10 Sessions, 30 Instructional Hours
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS - Dental and Health Assisting
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401C
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Medical Terminology:
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 a 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.
Starting March 3, Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
2nd Section May 5
9 Sessions, 18 Instructional Hours
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300B
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Dental Assisting I:
Introduces the student to
chairside 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.
Starting February 14,
Mondays and Thursdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
24 Sessions, 72 Instructional Hours
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405
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Medical Information Coding:
An introduction to the Medical Information
Coder, ICD-9 coding. The international coding system as modified for
USA use. An overview of prospective payment system for Medicare cases
and CPT coding for medical services and procedures. Coding exercises
using the ICD-9 coding volumes and textbook assignments gives a basic
understanding of information coding systems. Prerequisite: a working
knowledge of medical terminology. Text required.
Starting
February 15, Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
12 Sessions, 36 Instructional Hours
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403A
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA):
Pennsylvania State
approved course. 100 hours of classroom and 50 hours clinical
training. Cost includes instruction, text books and student
liability insurance. Student is responsible for uniforms, watch,
state police background check, physical and CNA test. Contact the
school for a schedule. Starts early June 2005. Limit 10.
150 Total Hours
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS - Construction
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169
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Rough Framing:
Learn to frame a residential building using standard blueprints;
students will use hands-on experiences to build a structure; includes
studs, joists, sheating, windows, doors, stairs and more.
Starting February 14, Mondays, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
6 Sessions, 24 Instructional Hours
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175C
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Finish Carpentry:
Drywall installation and finishing,
window/door installation, stair, paper hanging, painting, interior
door hardware, trim mouldings, etc.
Starting April 11, Mondays, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
6 Sessions, 24 Instructional Hours
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173
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Blocklaying:
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.
Starting February 15, Tuesdays, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
6 Sessions, 24 Instructional Hours
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174
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Bricklaying:
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.
Starting March 29, Tuesdays, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
6 Sessions, 24 Instructional Hours
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Cabinetmaking:
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. Limit 10.
Starting February 15, Tuesdays, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
9 Sessions, 36 Instructional Hours
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS -
Manufacturing and
Service
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166B
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Introduction to Welding:
Basics in oxyacetylene and electric arc
welding. Available equipment includes stick, MIG, TIG and plasma arc
cutting equipment. Consists of hands-on, theory and welding safety.
Text required. Limit 12.
Starting February 15, Tuesdays, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
2nd Section Wednesday, May 4
9 Sessions, 36 Instructional Hours
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161B
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Advanced Welding:
Continuation of Course 166B. For
individuals requiring advanced skills in specialized areas. Welding
certification available in certain areas at an additional cost for
materials. Course can be taken numerous times. Text required. Limit
10.
Starting April 19, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
9 Sessions, 36 Instructional Hours
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181
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Machine Shop Operations:
Basic fundamentals in the operation of
lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders and shapers,
including machine terminology, shop theory and machine blueprints.
Limit 12. Text required.
Starting February 14, Mondays, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
9 Sessions, 36 Instructional Hours
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165
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Welding Art:
Learn to weld for the fun of it or to make objects for sale. Use of
Oxy-fuel, electric arc and plasma cutting equipment. Safety included.
Starting April 4, Mondays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
6 Sessions, 18 Instructional Hours
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242 |
Air Conditioning:
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.
Starting February 16, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
12 Sessions, 36 Instructional Hours
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240A |
CFC-HCFC Refrigerant Management Certification:
This course is designed to meet
certification requirements for the proper usage and safe handling of
refrigerants, including recycling and reclaiming. Designed to help the
HVACR Technician comply with Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act.
All instructional materials and certification exam included. Limited
enrollment.
Starting May
11, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
4 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS - Computer Science
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700A
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basic pc use and
concepts:
A short course in the
operation and use of the personal computer; includes computer use,
input and output devices,
processing data, managing data, working with applications. Text
required.
Starting February 15, Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Second Section March 22
4 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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701B
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Windows XP:
Mini, Basic. Text
required. Limit 13.
Starting October 6, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Starting February 16, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Second Section April 6
4 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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702A
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Windows XP:
Mini, Advanced. Text
required. Limit 13.
Starting November 10, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Starting March 16, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Second Section May 4
3 Sessions, 9 Instructional Hours
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703B
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Word 2003:
Mini, Basic. Text
required. Limit 13.
Starting February 14, Mondays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Second Section May 16
4 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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704B
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Word 2003:
Mini, Intermediate.
Text required. Limit 13.
Starting March 21, Mondays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
4 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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705B
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Word 2003:
Mini, Advanced. Text
required. Limit 13.
Starting April 25, Mondays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
3 Sessions, 9 Instructional Hours
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706B
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excel 2003:
Mini, Basic. Text
required. Limit 20.
Starting February 15, Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Second Section April 26
3 Sessions, 9 Instructional Hours
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707B
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EXCEL
2003:
Mini, Intermediate.
Text required. Limit 20.
Starting March 8, Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Second Section May 17
3 Sessions, 9 Instructional Hours
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708B
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Excel 2003:
Mini, Advanced. Text
required. Limit 20.
Starting March 29, Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Second Section June 7
4 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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709B
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WEB Page:
Basics using FrontPage 2003, mini. Text required. Limit 13.
Starting February 17, Thursdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
4 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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710B
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WEB Page:
Advanced using FrontPage 2003, mini. Text required. Limit 13.
Starting March 17, Thursdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
4 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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111b
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PC Service and Repair I: First in
a two-course that provides training in PC
troubleshooting, upgrading and PC Support; demonstration and lab
activities; A+ exam preparation included in textbook and lab manual.
Text/Lab manual required. Limit 10.
Starting February 14, Mondays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
12 Sessions, 36 Instructional Hours
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109
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PC Service and Repair II:
Continuation of Course 111B. For completors only. Limit 10.
Starting March 8, Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
5 Sessions, 17 Instructional Hours
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PowerPoint 2003:
Mini, Basic. Text
required. Limit 13.
Starting April 6, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
3 Sessions, 9 Instructional Hours
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716
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ACCESS 2003:
Mini, Basic. Text required. Limit 13.
Starting February 17, Thursdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
4 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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717
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ACCESS 2003:
Mini, Intermediate. Text required. Limit 13.
Starting March 17, Thursdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
4 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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718
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ACCESS 2003: Mini, Advanced.
Text required. Limit 13.
Starting April 14, Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
4 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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141c |
Keyboarding:
For individuals wishing to learn or improve their keyboarding / typing
skills. Self-paced program involving alphabetic, numeric and skill
development using IBM microcomputers. For nontypers and those needing
a review. Limit 12.
Starting February 16, Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
6 Sessions, 12 Instructional Hours
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148 |
QuickBooks Basic: Step-by-step
hands-on and instructor led demonstrations on Intuits popular
computerized small business accounting software; knowledge of basic
accounting and PC use helpful. Text required. Limit 10.
Starting March 31, Thursdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
10 Sessions, 30 Instructional Hours
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714
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PowerPoint 2003: Sales Presentations.
Text required. Limit 13.
Starting April 27, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
2 Sessions, 6 Instructional Hours
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS -
Specials
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130 |
Fundamentals of Accounting:
Basic course, includes
accounting procedures in proprietorships, partnerships and
corporations; theory and simulation activities included, an
introduction to microcomputer accounting is covered. An advanced
course is available. Text required.
Starting February 28, Mondays, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
12 Sessions, 36 Instructional Hours
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135 |
Creative Cooking:
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 a
material fee for supplies.
Starting March 10, Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
6 Sessions, 18 Instructional Hours
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133 |
ServSafe:
For individuals requiring
certification in food safety and sanitation; approved by the PA
Department of Agriculture; cost includes manual and exam.
Starting February 15, Tuesdays, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
Second Section March 22
Third Section April 19
4 Sessions, 16 Instructional Hours
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ISO Simplification through Automation:
Free demonstration of an online software
system designed to move paper operation of an organization to an
online internet-based system. Includes hands-on use of an operating
ISO 9001-2000 System that greatly simplifies the ISO process. Must
pre-register.
Monday, March 7, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. • No
charge
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502
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ISO 9001:
A practical
course in ISO 9001-2000 standards for manufacturers, software
developers and service companies. Learn to meet appropriate standards,
save time and money during the implementation process and provide a
non-quantitative introduction to ISO-9001 standards. For middle
managers and supervisors. Text required.
Starting March 14, Mondays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
10 Sessions, 30 Instructional Hours
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660
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Security Guard:
Introductory course in the skills required
to work as a security guard. Includes in-house forces, campus
security, industrial duty and contracted services. Also includes
safety and health requirements.
Starting February 16, Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
12 Sessions, 36 Instructional Hours
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