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1 Tri-Community dult Education Schedule of Classes Winter 2013 Unique Special Interest Classes Furniture Refinishing Weaving & Spinning Clock Maker - Repairer Quilting Upholstery January 7 - March 17, 2013 (10-week session) Visit our web site to see what s happening! See Page 5 for registration information.

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3 MP OF DULT EDUCTION LOCTIONS MJOR DULT EDUCTION CENTERS 1. BUSINESS CENTER Office (626) ; Shop (626) S. Fourth ve., Covina (Northeast corner of Fourth ve. & Puente St.) 2. CHRTER OK CENTER (C.O. Center; C.O. Technology Center) Cienega ve., Covina (Corner of Cienega & Bonnie Cove; west end of campus) 3. covina education center (Covina E.C.) (626) N. Barranca ve., Covina (North of Badillo St.) 4. GRISWOLD CENTER (626) E. San Bernardino Rd., Covina (West of Vincent ve.) 5. PHOTOGRPHY CENTER (626) W. Puente St., Covina (Near Fourth & Puente) 6. PIONEER CENTER (626) E. Rowland ve., West Covina (West of zusa ve.) 7. valencia eduction CENTER 758 W. Grondahl St., Covina (Enter parking from Conwell ve. north of Covina Blvd.) 8. WELDING CENTER (626) E. Cypress Street, Covina (Cypress St. east of Edna Pl.) HIGH SCHOOLS 9. COVIN HIGH SCHOOL (CHS) 463 S. Hollenbeck ve., Covina CHRTER OK HIGH SCHOOL (COHS) 1430 E. Covina Blvd., Covina NORTHVIEW HIGH SCHOOL (NVHS) 1016 W. Cypress St., Covina SOUTH HILLS HIGH SCHOOL (SHHS) 645 S. Barranca ve., West Covina OTHER LOCTIONS 13. CEDRGROVE SCHOOL (626) Glendora ve., Covina LRK ELLEN ELEMENTRY SCHOOL 4555 N. Lark Ellen ve., Covina ROYL OK middle SCHOOL 303 S. Glendora ve., Covina (626) ext. 232 (Parent Ed. Center) 16. Washington ELEMENTRY SCHOOL 325 W. Gladstone St., Glendora WORKMN VENUE ELEMENTRY SCHOOL 1941 E. Workman ve., West Covina SHELTERED WORKSHOP CENTERS 18. CRTC 536 N. Vincent ve., Covina (North of San Bernardino Rd.) 19. VLLEY LIGHT INDUSTRIES 5360 N. Irwindale ve., Irwindale 91706

4 Tri-Community dult Education WINTER 2013 TERM MONDY, JNURY 7 thru SUNDY, MRCH 17, 2013 Classes are scheduled for 10 weeks unless otherwise noted. REGISTRTION TKES PLCE IN THE CLSSROOM T THE FIRST CLSS MEETING. Preregistration is available for some classes. (See page 24 and back cover.) Tri-Community dult Education is a cooperative educational program serving the Unified School Districts of Charter Oak and Covina-Valley. Bruce Krall, Principal, Griswold dult Center Julie Caston-Hicks, Principal, Pioneer dult Center CLENDR MRTIN LUTHER KING DY... Monday, January 21, 2013 LINCOLN HOLIDY...Monday, February 11, 2013 PRESIDENTS DY...Monday, February 18, 2013 Spring term will begin on Monday, March 18, CCREDITTION Tri-Community dult Education is accredited by the Western ssociation of Schools and Colleges and is authorized to issue high school diplomas. VETERNS Tri-Community dult Education is approved by the State Department of Education to offer classes which enable Veterans to complete a High School Diploma Program. Please call (626) for Veterans information. HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOM dults who do not have a high school diploma are urged to meet with a counselor in order to plan a program to suit their needs. For further information, call (626) REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOM English...30 Credits Science...20 Credits Mathematics...20 Credits (Must include 10 credits of lgebra I) U.S. History...10 Credits World History, Cultures, & Geography...10 Credits Foreign Language or Fine rts...10 Credits U.S. Government... 5 Credits Economics... 5 Credits Electives, exclusive of Physical Education...50 Credits First id... 0 Credits Test Requirement: Passing score on California High School Exit Exam. Candidates for a high school diploma must complete at least 10 dult credits in residence. Veterans of United States armed forces have met residency requirements. TOTL CREDITS REQUIRED: 160 CREDIT MY BE ERNED FOR: Previous high school work, work experience, and military training. High School credit may be earned for Tri-Community dult Education students through testing. ll previous school work must be from an accredited institution. 4

5 Registration Information REGISTRTION Beginning Monday, January 7, 2013, registration is completed in class at the location where the class is offered. Fee-based classes must have the required minimum number of student registrations as of the first class meeting. Online and walk-in preregistration is available for some classes. (See page 24 and back cover.) Registration is completed on a first come, first served basis. Late registrations are accepted if space is available. Call (626) for late registration information. dult students who are applying for the High School Diploma program must bring an official (sealed) transcript and meet with a counselor at Pioneer Center. Pre-enrollment for the High School Diploma program is highly recommended. OFFICE HOURS DYTIME BUSINESS CENTER / GRISWOLD CENTER / PIONEER CENTER Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. COvina education center Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. BUSINESS CENTER Monday through Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. OFFICE HOURS Evenings Covina education center Wednesday & Thursday, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. GRISWOLD CENTER / PIONEER CENTER Monday through Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. DMISSION dults 18 years of age or older, not attending day school, or high school graduates of any age may attend. dult students who wish to take courses for high school credit toward a high school diploma must see a counselor. Students attending a day high school may be admitted under certain conditions by special request through a high school counselor referral from the school of attendance. Students who wish to take courses for high school credit must see a counselor. FEES No refunds for fee-based classes unless the class does not register. Fees for all classes will be charged as noted. Classes with an asterisk (*) pay a registration fee of $10.00 ($2.00 for students 60+ years). ll fees are payable at time of registration. Students pay for all supplies, materials, and textbooks. Payment in cash is preferred. Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard and Discover) are now accepted at all main offices (The Business Center, Pioneer, Griswold, Covina Ed. and Photo). service fee of $15.00 will be charged for returned checks, copies of certificates of completion, and letters of verification. refund policy Refund forms are available in all major dult Center Offices. Full Refunds only on classes cancelled by Tri-Community dult Education. $10.00 processing fee will be charged for all refunds except for classes noted above that are cancelled by Tri-Community. No Refunds after the third class meeting. No Refunds for fee-based classes and short term seminars/classes. No Refunds for textbooks or materials. LL FEES RE SUBJECT TO CHNGE WITHOUT NOTICE. 5

6 Registration Information TEXTBOOKS Textbooks are available for purchase by students registered in Tri-Community dult Education classes. Do not purchase textbooks before class registers. TEXTBOOK FEES RE NON-REFUNDBLE. REGISTRTION and TTENDNCE minimum number of students must be in attendance for a class to be registered. Excessive absences may cause classes to be closed or combined, or individual students to be dropped. CERTIFICTES OF CHIEVEMENT Certificates of chievement are issued to students who satisfactorily complete study in certain academic, business occupations, and vocational subjects. INSURNCE TRI-COMMUNITY DULT EDUCTION DOES NOT PROVIDE STUDENT CCIDENT INSURNCE, nor is it provided for children participating in Parent Education or Child Care activities. MINOR CHILDREN Minor children are NOT allowed in adult education classes except in certain Parent Education and/or Family Literacy classes. SENIOR CITIZENS Students, age 60 and older, pay a registration fee of $2.00 for classes with an asterisk (*), and will pay other fees, where applicable. STUDENT RECORDS The release of students educational records shall be according to the Education Code and state regulations. RIGHT TO PRIVCY ll students are protected by State and Federal laws regarding their right to privacy. DISCRIMINTION PROHIBITED No person shall, on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, handicap, age, religion, or political beliefs, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any education program or activity except as provided for use by law or regulation. HER COMPLINCE ll facilities of the two cooperating districts of Tri-Community dult Education have been inspected for asbestos-containing materials and management plans have been filed with the State of California in compliance with federal SBESTOS HZRD EMERGENCY RESPONSE CT legislation. The plans are available to review at the Districts dministrative Offices. UNIFORM COMPLINT PROCEDURES Uniform Complaint Procedures are available in the office at each of our main centers. 6

7 Child Care CHILD CRE for children of Tri-Community students is available at the following Child Care Centers: GRISWOLD CENTER Monday thru Thursday... 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. PIONEER CENTER Monday thru Thursday... 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon fee of $1.00 per child will be charged for each class section. Child Care is a service available only to children of Tri-Community dult Education students. Students attending daytime classes at NY location may take only preschool-age children to the Child Care Center at Griswold or Pioneer dult Education Centers. BEFORE CHILD CN TTEND CHILD CRE, PROOF OF THE FOLLOWING IMMUNIZTIONS IS REQUIRED: DPT or DT, POLIO, RUBELL, RUBEOL, MUMPS, HEPTITIS B, HIB MENINGITIS and VRICELL. Children must be at least 2 years of age, but not over 5 years of age. ll children must be toilet trained. Child Care services shall not be available for children of parents on field trips. CREER, COLLEGE and BEYOND 21 st CENTURY SKILLS FOR YOUR FUTURE Specialists will assist you in: LERNING about Post-secondary/College Opportunities EXPLORING Careers/Majors/Schools FUNDING your Education DEVELOPING a 21 st Century Career Plan DON T MISS OUT!!! Date: Thursday, February 21, 2013 Time: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Location: Pioneer Center, Room G E. Rowland venue (west of zusa ve.) West Covina (No Fees) for further information call pioneer center at (626) Course No: enrollment is limited advance registration required! Registration begins Monday, January 28, 2013 at Pioneer or Griswold Center. 7

8 Counseling Services ll students taking courses for high school credit MUST SEE TRI-COMMUNITY COUNSELOR BEFORE TTENDING CLSSES. Students enrolled in a regular high school must have a completed Tri-Community High School Student Referral from their school of residence prior to enrollment. High school students from outside the Covina-Valley and Charter Oak districts may only enroll in an academic class for credit recovery and will be charged a $35 fee for each 5-credit class. High school students may not enroll in fitness or computer classes. DULT STUDENTS enrolling for HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT should call Pioneer Center at (626) Counselors are available daily from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, and from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm, Monday through Thursday. COUNSELORS: Lynn Ward Broudy / Don Kemp / Charles Beal Patricia Gonzales / Philip Kaluza COUNSELING SSISTNCE Tri-Community dult Education has a Comprehensive Guidance Program and counselors are available during school hours to assist students to reach their optimum educational goals. They offer assistance with career planning and guidance counseling. variety of tests allow students to explore their vocational interests, aptitudes, personality, intelligence, educational progress, and work values. In addition, counselors offer assistance with matters involving health and welfare, human relations, and psychological concerns. Contact a counselor at Pioneer Center or call (626) Testing Services REDING & MTH TESTING SERVICE This service is designed to identify individual achievement in reading and math to aid in the appropriate placement in academic classes. Testing is by appointment only. Call (626) for an appointment. COMPREHENSIVE TEST OF BSIC SKILLS (CTBS) Students enrolled in the Tri-Community dult Education high school diploma program may take these tests for up to 50 elective credits and/or academic credit in Math, English, Science, and World History toward their high school diploma. Call (626) for an appointment. California High School Exit Exam (CHSEE) Test Dates: February 5 & 6 and March 12 & 13, 2013 TOEFL PREPRTION Instructor-assisted preparation for college bound, limited-english speaking students who need to pass the TOEFL is offered. variety of pre-testing and preparation materials covering the areas of reading, listening, speaking and writing are utilized in an individualized setting. For more information, call (626) VOCTIONL/CREER TESTING & COUNSELING Interest, ability, and career value tests are part of the Tri-Community dult Education Counseling Services. Individuals interested in vocational testing, career information, job outlooks and requirements, current labor supply and demand, lists of vocational schools, colleges, universities, etc., are encouraged to see a counselor. fee of $10.00 to $20.00 may be charged. Contact a counselor at Pioneer Center or call (626) for more information. 8

9 GED Testing Service TRI-COMMUNITY DULT EDUCTION IS N OFFICIL GED TESTING CENTER The Tests of General Educational Development (GED) can give you the opportunity to earn a high school equivalency diploma a credential recognized as a key to employment opportunities, job advancement, further education, and financial rewards. Tri-Community dult Education administers the GED test Monday through Wednesday at Pioneer Center. The GED test is composed of five sections: Language rts/reading, Language rts/writing, Social Studies, Science and Mathematics. Testing on all sections is available on a drop-in basis during the testing hours listed below no appointment is necessary. ll applicants must provide a valid picture identification with current address. The test fee is $130.00, which includes State and National fees. Payment must be cash, credit card or money order. Tri-Community dult Education ofrece el examen GED en español para obtener la equivalencia del diploma de escuela preparatoria. TESTING HOURS Monday thru Wednesday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Monday thru Wednesday, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm PIONEER CENTER 1651 E. Rowland ve. (West of zusa ve.) West Covina (626) PIONEER CENTER OFFERS FREE PRE-GED TESTING. PREPRTION FOR PSSING THE GED Preparation for the GED test is offered in the cademic Study Center. There is a minimum charge for GED test preparation. FOR FURTHER INFORMTION, CLL PIONEER CENTER T (626)

10 cademic INGLÉS COMO SEGUND IDIOM PREND INGLÉS Este programa está disponible para estudiantes interesados en aprender a hablar, leer, y escribir el idioma inglés. Cuidado de niños disponible. ENGLISH S SECOND LNGUGE - Beginning through dvanced and Multi-level (Class Fee: $20.00) course for non-english speaking students to help them with everyday conversation M thru Th 9-12 noon Pioneer F11 Cowper M thru Th 9-12 noon Pioneer F10 Ver Halen M & W 12:30-3:30 pm Pioneer F10 Ver Halen * Tu & Th 9-12 noon Royal Oak PEC Staff * No class fee for this class M thru Th 6:30-9:30 pm Pioneer F10 Carter BSIC REDING - Beginning through dvanced (No Fees) Class utilizes an individualized approach to reading to assist the individual to improve skills, comprehension, and retention. Computer-assisted instruction is offered utilizing multisensory Discover Intensive Phonics and Reading 100 software M thru Th 9-12 noon Pioneer G13 Carter Tu & Th 6:30-9:30 pm Pioneer G13 P. Swift english all levels (No Fees) F 9-12 noon Pioneer D3 Blackburn ENGLISH 1 & B (No Fees) Beginning level English skills in grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and writing fundamentals Tu 6-9 pm COHS C6 Harte/Smith ENGLISH 1 & 2 (No Fees) review of grammar, writing mechanics and development of writing skills Th 7-10 pm Pioneer D3 C. Swift ENGLISH 3 & B (No Fees) This course is designed to provide skills in the interpretation of literature selections and the writing of expository compositions W 7-10 pm Pioneer D3 C. Swift *GENERL SCIENCE 2 (Materials Fee: $10.00) Tu 9-12 noon Pioneer D4 Dole Th 7-10 pm Pioneer D4 Brown Required textbooks must be purchased by the second week of class. TEXTBOOK FEES RE NON-REFUNDBLE. *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

11 *world history 1 & Tu 6-9 pm CHS B5 G. Gustafson *U.S. HISTORY 1 & Tu 7-10 pm Pioneer D4 Brown *U.S. HISTORY W 9-12 noon Pioneer D4 Dole *U.S. GOVERNMENT W 7-10 pm Pioneer D4 Bergslien *ECONOMICS Th 9-12 noon Pioneer D3 Blackburn *MTHEMTICS - ll Levels (Class Fee: $10.00) Courses offered: Basic Math, General Math, Consumer Math, Pre-lgebra, lgebra I, Geometry, Math Review Tu & Th 9-12 noon Pioneer F9 Trujillo Tu & W 6:30-9:30 pm Pioneer F9 P. Smith test preparation california high school exit exam (cahsee) english/language arts (No Fees) 4-weeks Tu (2/12-3/5) 4-6:30 pm Pioneer D1 Carter test preparation california high school exit exam (cahsee) math (No Fees) 4-weeks (No class 2//14/13.) Th (2/7-3/7) 4-7 pm Pioneer D1 Trujillo Test dates: February 5 (E/L) & February 6, 2013 (Math) March 12 (E/L) & March 13, 2013 (Math) *CDEMIC STUDY CENTER (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $10.00) Students may enroll for credit or non-credit in the cademic Study Center at Pioneer Center. Credit courses include: English 1-4, English Elective, English Elective/Writing; General Math 1 & 2, Consumer/Business Math, Pre-lgebra, and lgebra I; Biology, Life Science, Physical Science, Earth Science and General Science; Family Health and First id; U.S. History, World History & Cultures, U.S. Government, Economics, Geography, Sociology, and Psychology; and Fine rts. Non-credit courses include: English Language rts and/or Writing Review; Math Review; and Citizenship. Test Preparation is also available for: SVB, CHSEE, CBEST, CSET, ST/ CT and TOEFL. Each course is a personalized study program using up-to-date self-instructional materials, including computer-assisted instruction for many subjects, together with teacher instruction and assistance M thru F 9-12:30 pm Pioneer G15 Salazar/Brown M thru Th 12:30-5:30 pm Pioneer G15 Salazar/Brown M thru Th 6:30-9:30 pm Pioneer G15 Salazar FOR FURTHER INFORMTION, CLL PIONEER CENTER T (626)

12 cademic BSIC EDUCTION (Class Fee: $5.00) Courses include: Basic Language rts, Basic Writing, Basic Reading, Basic Computer Literacy, Basic Communication Skills, Basic U.S. History and Government, Basic Economics, and Basic Geography. Personalized and computer-assisted instruction, as well as small and large group instruction, is offered M/Tu/Th 9-12 noon Pioneer D1 Banuelos Basic education/speech (No Fees) Emphasis on U.S. current affairs, U.S. History and Government. This course is designed to help non-native students improve their communication skills and their knowledge of 21st Century merica F 9-12 noon Pioneer D1 Banuelos TESTING CENTER /.02/.03 s scheduled Pioneer G15 Staff GENERL EDUCTIONL DEVELOPMENT (GED) TESTING (Test Fee: $130.00, includes State and National fees.) /.02/.03 M thru W s scheduled Pioneer G14 Staff CREER EXPLORTION M thru F s scheduled Pioneer G15 Staff Business & Vocational Education The Office Professional Training Core Curriculum provides a foundation for entering a variety of occupations in today s business office. Instruction ranges from entry level to advanced training. Program provides individualized instruction in both teacher-directed and self-paced environments. Students may enroll at any time during the term. OFFICE PROFESSIONL TRINING CORE CURRICULUM Developing Proofreading Skills Office Procedures Computerized Typing (all levels) Basic Math Review Electronic Calculator lphabetic Indexing & Filing Learning Microsoft Office 2007 Suite (Beginning Level) (ccess, Excel, PowerPoint and Word) *OFFICE PROFESSIONL TRINING (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $45.00, books extra.) The core curriculum includes basic introduction to computer operation and business software applications. Clases de mecanografía computarizada en español también disponible. See back cover for preregistration information M thru Th 8:30-2 pm Griswold F12 Hibner TYPING CERTIFICTE EXM ($35.00 Fee includes registration and up to 3 days of practice which must be completed within one week from enrollment.) Typing tests are given as part of the Office Professional and Office Skills classes See above & next page Griswold F12 Staff for days and times. 12

13 *OFFICE SKILLS and TYPIST/KEYBORDING (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00) The office skills training program will assist students in today s challenging business office setting. Curriculum includes technical skills such as keyboarding (typing), introduction to computers, formatting memos and letters, as well as, job preparation skills: resume writing and interview strategies. Students choose the skill areas they want to study or to enhance their skill sets. The primary focus of this class is to have students acquire the ability to type 45 net wpm, which is the average speed limit for most office jobs. This may require students to attend more than one session depending on their initial typing skills. See back cover for preregistration information M & W 6:30-9:30 pm Griswold F11 Gonzalez *BOOKKEEPER (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $50.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. The beginning of this class concentrates on accounting principles taught manually. Once accounting principles are mastered, students move to computer-assisted bookkeeping methods using QuickBooks Pro or PeachTree. Completion of course work takes more than one term. See back cover for preregistration information M & W 7-10 pm Griswold C16 Pereida HELTH PROFESSIONLS TRINING Begin now to start your training for a career to become part of the medical field. Enroll in one of several programs that will lead to a promising and well paying career in Medical Transcription, Medical Billing, or Medical Coding. CREER PTHS Medical Transcriber Medical Terminology 1 and 2 Medical Transcription Insurance Clerk- Medical Biller Medical Billing 1 and 2 Medical Coder Medical Terminology 1 and 2 Medical Coding 1, 2 and 3 *INSURNCE CLERK - MEDICL INSURNCE BILLING (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. Instruction in Coding (CPT and ICD9CM) Standard Forms, Medicare, MediCal, PPO and HMO. See back cover for preregistration information Th 7-10 pm Griswold C16 Peralta *INSURNCE CLERK - MEDICL INSURNCE BILLING 2 - dvanced (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. Prerequisite: Students must have satisfactorily completed Medical Insurance Billing or equivalent. Instruction in the use of NDC Medisoft software application. Familiarity with Windows is recommended. Continuing students have priority registration. See back cover for preregistration information Tu 7-10 pm Griswold C15 Peralta See back cover for preregistration information. *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

14 Business & Vocational Education *medical coding 1 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Prerequisite: Medical Terminology 1 and 2. Medical Terminology may be taken concurrently. Limited enrollment. This class will help to prepare students to take the CCS/CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician based) exam for certification from the merican Health Information Management ssociation (HIM) and/or the CPC (Certified Procedural Coder) certification exam offered by the merican cademy of Professional Coders. See back cover for preregistration information Th 6:30-9:30 pm Griswold C14 Parga *medical coding 2 advanced coding (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Prerequisite: Medical Coding I and Medical Terminology 1 and 2. Limited enrollment. This class will help to prepare students to take the CCS/CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician based) exam for certification from the merican Health Information Management ssociation (HIM) and/or the CPC (Certified Procedural Coder) certification exam offered by the merican cademy of Professional Coders. See back cover for preregistration information Tu 6:30-9:30 pm Griswold C14 Parga *medical terminology / anatomy & physiology 1 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. This course offers students interested in a medical career or career advancement an understanding of the medical language. It will include an in-depth study of medical words and how they relate to the human body as a whole, as well as a comprehensive study of the body systems and how they function. This course meets the academic requirements for Court Reporting and the prerequisite requirement for Medical Transcription/Editing and Medical Coding 1. We will use the textbook The Language of Medicine by Davi-Ellen Chabner, 9th Edition (ISBN ). Textbook may be purchased online directly from the publisher Continuing students have priority registration. See back cover for preregistration information Tu 7-10 pm Griswold D1 Rea *medical terminology / anatomy & physiology 1 online (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $75.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. For anyone interested in a medical career, this online course offers an interactive medical language study to help prepare students for the healthcare field. It includes an in-depth study of the human anatomy & physiology, including medical terminology and usage. This course meets the academic requirements for Court Reporting and the prerequisite requirement for Medical Transcription/ Editing and Medical Coding 1. We will use the textbook The Language of Medicine by Davi-Ellen Chabner, 9th Edition (ISBN ). Textbook may be purchased online directly from the publisher Register, in person, at the Griswold Center. fter student has completed class registration, the instructor will forward an to student containing LOGIN instructions. student containing LOGIN instructions Online Course Rea *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

15 *MEDICL TRNSCRIption & editing (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. May be taken concurrently with Medical Terminology. The healthcare IT field is evolving rapidly with the use of the Electronic Health Record. This course will introduce students to entry-level medical transcription and editing skills for voice recognition. This course will prepare you for the national Registered Medical Transcriptionist certification exam offered through the ssociation for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (HDI). Whether you re interested in working from home or in a facility, this course will cover methods and strategies for improving skills as it relates to medical information. Monaural headphones are required. Typing at 35+ wpm is highly recommended. Continuing students have priority registration. For more information, call Griswold Center at (626) See back cover for preregistration information Th 7-10 pm Griswold D2 Rea *notary public (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $80.00, cash only. Materials Fee: $45.00 payable at first class.) This 8 hour seminar prepares you to take the California State Exam to become a Notary Public. Materials fee payable at the first class includes the 160 page study guide The California State Notary Public. Exam given by California State Proctors on 1/31/13 at 5:00 pm. Students should plan to arrive one (1) hour before test time. You must have a driver s license or picture I.D., certificate of completion of Notary Public Training and check or money order (no cash) in the amount of $40.00 payable to the Secretary of State. Limited enrollment. Preregistration at Griswold Center beginning Monday, January M & Tu ( 1/28 & 1/29) 6-10 pm Griswold C13 Rasch *notary public 6-hour training (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: 6-hr $80.00; 3-hr $40.00, cash or credit card only. Materials Fee: $45.00 payable at first class.) Limited enrollment. This 6 hour seminar prepares you to take the California State Exam to become a Notary Public. Students requiring 3 hours of training will attend the 12:00-3:00 pm session. Materials fee payable at the first class includes the 160 page study guide The California State Notary Public. Exam given by California State Proctors on 2/22/13 at 4:00 pm. You must have a driver s license or picture I.D., certificate of completion of Notary Public training and check or money order (no cash) in the amount of $40.00 payable to the Secretary of State. Preregistration at Griswold Center beginning Tuesday, February 12, F (2/22) 8-11 am & Griswold C13 Rasch 12-3 pm F (2/22) 12-3 pm Griswold C13 Rasch *loan document signing specialist class for notaries (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $80.00, cash or credit card only. Study Guide: $45.00 payable at first class.) California s Real Estate industry is in need of notaries that would like to become Loan Document Signing Specialists. The class will present information on the duties and responsibilities of the Notary Public entering the loan industry as a Loan Signing Specialist. Students will be eligible to take the open book exam and receive a Certificate of Certification upon completion of the course. Cost of the exam is $30.00 payable at the time of the exam on February 13. The instructor is from the California School of Notary Public and is a commissioned Notary Public for the State of California and a Certified Loan Signing Specialist. Preregistration at Griswold Center beginning Monday, January Tu & W (2/12 & 2/13) 6-10 pm Griswold F12 Rasch 15

16 *REL ESTTE GENT/PRINCIPLES - Fundamentals of Real Estate (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $50.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. Successful completion of this college level course meets the requirements of the State of California, Department of Real Estate, for applicants taking the Real Estate Salesperson Examination (DRE pproval # ). Course provides an overall understanding of general real estate practices. Certificates will be issued to students who satisfactorily complete all course requirements, including passing the final exam. See back cover for preregistration information. Day Time Locaton Room Instructor Tu 8:30-12 noon Griswold C13 Bello O Byrne W 6:30-10 pm Griswold C14 Lewis *real estate practice (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $50.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. Successful completion of this college level course meets the requirements of the State of California, Department of Real Estate, as the second required class needed to acquire a regular sales license (DRE approval # ). Certificates will be issued to students who satisfactorily complete all course work requirements, including passing the final exam. See back cover for preregistration information Tu 6:30-10 pm Griswold C16 Lewis *real estate finance (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $50.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. Successful completion of this college level course meets the requirements of the State of California, Department of Real Estate, as one of the additional courses to be completed after the Principles class in order to obtain a regular sales license (DRE approval # ). Certificates will be issued to students who satisfactorily complete all course work requirements, including passing the final exam. See back cover for preregistration information W 6:30-10 pm Griswold C13 Bello O Byrne Civic & Community Education *FIRST ID & CPR (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $25.00; Certificate, books & materials fee: $35.00; Total: $70.00.) Limited enrollment. Course includes Community First id & Safety, and infant, child, and adult CPR. First id and CPR certificates issued. One-session class. Registration at the Business Center only beginning on Monday February 4 through February 21, Late arrivals will not be admitted to class Sat 2/23/13 8 am-5 pm Griswold Center Cafe. Koch Online preregistration available December 4 th through December 17 th for many classes. See back cover for details. *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

17 In partnership with Boston Reed College, Tri-Community dult Education is excited to announce upcoming allied health training program opportunities. Students must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, competency in basic computer operations, and have access to the Internet, a printer and an address. Clinical medical assistant (Class Fee: $2, includes books, consumable supplies, externship, and course completion certificate.) Registration is completed online at or by calling (800) Contact Boston Reed College for Payment plans. There is no registration in class or at any Tri-Community office location. Minimum of 10 students required. The program combines classroom instruction of 134 hours (including 42 hours of online training) and an off-site externship of 160 hours to provide a complete learning experience. s a Clinical Medical ssistant you will be trained to help the physician carry out procedures, care for patients, perform basic lab tests and administer medications. Clinical Medical ssistants work in a physician s office or in a clinic. Program topics include basic anatomy and physiology, vital signs, medical terminology, specimen collection, electrocardiography, administration of medications and injections, assisting with exam and minor surgery, customer service, as well as other related topics. Upon successful completion of the program and externship, the student will receive a certificate of completion and be qualified to take the following optional certification exams: National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) and California Certifying Board for Medical ssistants (CCBM) certification exam. 14-week course begins January 28, Preregistration required before start date of class M & W 6-9:30 pm Business Center 3 Staff Electronic Health Records Specialist - online study program (Class Fee: $3, includes books, online access to program and course completion certificate.) Registration is completed online at or by calling (800) Contact Boston Reed College for Payment plans. There is no registration in class or at any Tri-Community office location. The program is entirely online and covers the essential components of the electronic health record and health information exchange essentials; system selection and implementation; project management and fundamentals of change and human factors. s an EHR Specialist you will assist healthcare providers to choose, implement, train and maintain an electronic health records system. Program content is online with live, weekly teleconferences. The length of the course is 216 hours over 18 weeks. Upon successful completion graduates will receive a certificate of completion. Program start date: Monday, January 7, Preregistration required before start date of class. Course # Classes begin the week of January 7,

18 an introduction to voiceovers (Getting started In Voice cting) One-on-One, Online Class (Class Fee: $59.00) Requirements: Student must have Internet ccess and Video Chatting capabilities using either of the following free methods: Skype (for PC users) or ichat (for Mac users). We can also offer this class via telephone if webcam is not available. re people always telling you that you have a great voice? Do you often find yourself listening to your favorite audiobook, commercial or cartoon character and thinking, I could do that? This fun and empowering 90 minute Introductory workshop covers the different types of voiceovers and what tools are needed in order to find success in the industry. Your instructor will coach you in this one-on-one, online setting as you read from real scripts, taking notes on your performance so you can receive a professional voice evaluation later. fter class you will have the knowledge necessary to help you decide if this is something you d like to pursue. Taught by a professional voice actor from the Voice cting Training Company, Voices For ll. Student may register for the class at any time during regular business hours at the Business Center. Course # paralegal certificate - online study program (Class Fee: $195.00) Midwest Paralegal Studies in partnership with Tri-Community dult Education is offering a 12-month Paralegal certificate of completion. For program details and questions, contact the instructor, Mr. Zoran Perovanovich via , zoran1990@ juno.com or visit the website This professional non-credit program is recommended for those in the legal profession seeking advancement or for someone interested in a career change. It is open to anyone with a high school diploma or GED. The course begins with a FREE orientation seminar at this link: paralegalstudies.com/free_orientation.htm. The five classes (Research, Jurisprudence, Litigation, and Management & Career) may be taken in any order at the start of each class term. Upcoming start date: February 7, 2013; pril 4, 2013; June 6, 2013; September 12, 2013; November 7, ll students must contact the instructor, Mr. Perovanovich at [email protected] for advising and the free orientation before they can register for any classes. Register during regular business hours at the Business Center prior to start date of class. Course # Seminar & Short Term Classes Effective job hunting 2013 (Class Fee: $50.00) Minimum of 16 students. re you seeking employment or looking for a promotion? Do you do poorly in job interviews? Have you updated your resume or cover letter? This seminar will help with your job search, writing a great resume and cover letter, learn interview answers to get hired, interview mistakes to avoid, what to wear for your interview and much more. Taught by Silvia Gonzalez who is a human resources manager with Cal State Fullerton. You must preregister for this class. 6-weeks beginning January 24. Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class Th 6:30-9:30 pm Griswold Center C13 Gonzalez more cupcakes (Class Fee: $35.00) More of Everything Cupcake, but you did not have to take Everything Cupcake to enjoy this class. We will be creating lots of fun projects with yummy buttercream icings to elegant fondant covered cupcakes. Learn to pipe easy buttercream animals and easy gum paste flowers. This is just the beginning to More Cupcakes. 3-sessions beginning January 16, Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class W 6-9 pm Pioneer Center D2 S. Weiss 18

19 Seminar & Short Term Classes Beginning coustic guitar (Class Fee: Monday, 7 sessions: $55.00; Wednesday, 8 sessions: $65.00; Materials fee of $10.00 payable at first class meeting.) Students must bring their own acoustic guitar (no electric) and picks. Minimum enrollment of 5 and maximum of 10 students. This seminar is for beginning students who want to learn the basics of playing a guitar for fun and pleasure. Students will learn basic picking, techniques and posture, strumming, counting time, basic first position common chords, basic music theory, as well as, how to tune and take care of their guitar. The instructor, Jerry Donovan, has taught guitar for 25 years. He has taught all levels and at music and fine arts schools as well as private lessons in the community. Classes begin the week of January 7, Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class M 7-8 pm Covina E.C. 14 Donovan W 7-8 pm Covina E.C. 14 Donovan intermediate coustic guitar (Class Fee: $55.00; Materials fee of $10.00 payable at first class meeting.) Students must bring their own acoustic guitar (no electric) and picks. Prerequisite: Beginning coustic Guitar or beginning guitar skills. Minimum enrollment of 5 and maximum of 10 students. This seminar is for intermediate students who have completed the beginning class or have taken guitar classes and know the basics. Students will continue to learn chords and more to advance their guitar playing ability. 7-sessions beginning January 7, Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class M 8:15-9:15 pm Covina E.C. 14 Donovan Introduction to color copiers (Class Fee: $55.00) 5-week course begins January 23rd. Learn how to repair and service copiers. This class will help you so that you can repair your own copier or be able to be hired as a contractor or by a company to repair both workplace and home copiers. You will learn how they work. Color copiers will be used in this hands-on lab setting. You will need the following: USB flash drive, flashlight, Phillips/flathead screwdriver, and needle nose pliers. Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class W 6:30-9:30 pm Valencia E.C. 14 Largaespada WOODWORKING - MINI LTHE PROJECT TURNING (Class Fee: $40.00) 4-week courses. Minimum of 14 students. Turn wooden pens, pencils, letter openers, magnifier glass kits, key chains, yo-yos, darts, tops, bottle stoppers, perfume atomizers, clocks and more. Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class W (1/23) 6-9 pm Royal Oak School Shop Robinette W (2/20) 6-9 pm Royal Oak School Shop Robinette winter Classes Begin the Week of january 7,

20 fee-based classes Fee-based classes are funded by student fees. Preregistration recommended. See page 24. bsolutely No Refunds unless class does not register. Minimum number of student registrations required as of first class meeting. ll classes are 10-weeks unless otherwise stated. Home rts & Homemaking *QUILTING - Basic Techniques (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $45.00) Prerequisite: Sewing experience. Minimum of 20 students Tu 12:30-3:30 pm Covina E.C. 13 Yoshiwa WEVING / spinning - ll Levels (Class Fee: $65.00) Minimum of 16 students. On-site preregistration only at the Business Center. Weaving covers beginning to advanced loom weaving. Learn to dress the loom and read drafts which cover patterns such as crackle, doubleweave, lace weaves, twills, and drafts on 8 harnesses. Spinning covers learning to handle a drop Spindle and spin on a Spinning Wheel. Note: Monday classes will meet on Wednesday of the weeks when Monday is a holiday M 9-12 noon C.O. Center MU Martens M 12:30-3:30 pm C.O. Center MU Martens Tu 9-12 noon C.O. Center MU Martens Tu 12:30-3:30 pm C.O. Center MU Martens W 7-10 pm C.O. Center MU Villareal Exercise & Fitness Exercise & fitness classes are for adults only. High school students may not enroll in fitness classes. Minimum enrollment of 30 students required. Online registration for fitness classes. See page 24 for details. Please Note: There is an online registration fee of $2.95 for each transaction. There is an automatic processing fee of $10 for any change to classes. *EXERCISE & FITNESS - cardio sculpt / abs (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) Increase energy and relieve stress while having fun strengthen, stretch and mobilize your entire body, improving posture and balance utilizing weights, bands and various props. Suitable for everyone. Wear tennis shoes/bring yoga mat. ll levels Tu & Th 8-9 pm Griswold Cafe. Talamantez/ Sallenbach *EXERCISE & FITNESS - 20/20/20 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) This class is great for people who like to keep things moving! Three 20-minute intervals of easy to follow aerobics, step training and body sculpting. You ll really get a diverse workout experience with this class! Wear tennis shoes/bring yoga mat M & W 7-8 pm Griswold Cafe. Jaime/Talamantez Tu & Th 5-6 pm Griswold Cafe. Penson/Talamantez *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

21 fee-based classes *EXERCISE & FITNESS - KICKBOX (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) Kickbox interval class using no equipment. Cardio section uses intensity drills and increased energy sprints followed by work recovery segments. Intense cardiovascular workout. Great fat burner class Tu & Th 7-8 pm Griswold Cafe. Penson/Denda *EXERCISE & FITNESS - body works + abs (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) weighted workout set to the rhythm of the music. This class improves overall strength and endurance utilizing barbells/dumbbells/kettlebells. Define yourself! ll levels M & W 6-7 pm Griswold Cafe. Talamantez/ Sallenbach *EXERCISE & FITNESS - Zumba (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) This workout combines high energy and motivating music with synchronized dance movements designed for any fitness level. The routines feature aerobic fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Want to burn some calories and have fun? Then Zumba is for you! M & W 8-9 pm Griswold Cafe. Denda/Penson Tu & Th 6-7 pm Griswold Cafe. Penson/Denda *EXERCISE & FITNESS - core conditioning (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) Want a flat stomach? Tired of crunches? power-based workout that dramatically improves strength/balance on the Reebok Core Board by combining dynamic, athletic movement and core stability. Wear tennis shoes/bring yoga mat. ll levels M & W 9:30-10:30 am Griswold Cafe. Johnson/Jaime M & W 5-6 pm Griswold Cafe. Penson/Staff *EXERCISE & FITNESS - YOG BSICS (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) This gentle class is not rigorous and appropriate for students who are stiff, not very strong, or just want to enjoy very basic yoga. It is ideal for students working with injuries or limited range of motion. Practice on an empty stomach or 2-3 hours after a meal. Bring yoga mat. ll levels M & W 10:30-11:30 am Griswold Cafe. Johnson/Jaime *EXERCISE & FITNESS - YOG (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) This ancient form of exercise reduces stress, increases flexibility and improves circulation. You will focus on flexibility, balance, strength and posture. Practice on an empty stomach or 2-3 hours after a meal. Bring yoga mat. ll levels M & W 8:30-9:30 am Griswold Cafe. Johnson/Jaime *EXERCISE & FITNESS - PILTES sculpt (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) contemporary twist to traditional pilates exercises. Pilates Sculpt incorporates a series of challenging rhythmic moves with stretch exercises and various props. Participants will gain improved core strength, flexibility and balance. Bring yoga mat. ll levels M & W 7:30-8:30 am Griswold Cafe. Johnson/Jaime PHYSICL FITNESS DISCLIMER Participation in fitness classes involves varying degrees of accidental injury risks. Tri- Community dult Education is not responsible for any injury to any person suffered while warming up, or participating in Exercise and Fitness classes for any reason whatsoever. Each student certifies upon enrollment that he/she is physically capable of participating in the class. Tri-Community dult Education recommends that every student speak with a physician and receive a physical prior to participating in any Exercise and Fitness class. 21

22 fee-based classes Fine & pplied rts *RT - PORTRIT DRWING & PINTING general introduction to drawing and painting the human head. Models of all types available. (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $80.00, model fee extra.) Minimum of 18 students Tu 9-12 noon Covina E.C. 14 Lo (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $70.00, model fee extra.) Minimum of 16 students Tu 12:30-3:30 pm Covina E.C. 14 Lo *DRWING & PINTING (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $65.00) Minimum of 22 students. personal approach to painting using all mediums, color theory, values, and composition. Lectures and individualized instruction and critiques provided W 9-12 noon Valencia E.C. 12 Lo *CERMICS (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $90.00) Minimum of 20 students. Course covers learning the use of the potter s wheel, handbuilding, and other facets of ceramic arts. Raku and crystal glaze firing are also included Tu 9-12 noon Pioneer E7 Sanderson Tu 12:30-3:30 pm Pioneer E7 Sanderson Tu 7-10 pm Pioneer E7 Boehme W 9-12 noon Pioneer E7 Boehme W 12:30-3:30 pm Pioneer E7 Boehme Th 9-12 noon Pioneer E7 Boehme *JEWELRY MKING (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $75.00) Minimum of 20 students. Students explore the basic foundation of beading, as well as the fundamental skills needed to create beaded jewelry. multi-level class where students learn basic and advanced beading techniques, while working with a variety of tools and string materials to create off-loom beading and aesthetic bracelets, necklaces and rings Th 7-10 pm Pioneer E5 Thomas *FINE & PPLIED RTS - JEWELRY MKING/LPIDRY (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $75.00) Minimum of 20 students. combined class of jewelry making by the lost wax techniques and basic lapidary skills of cutting and polishing rocks Tu 9-12 noon Pioneer E5 Boehme Tu 12:30-3:30 pm Pioneer E5 Boehme *STINED GLSS The student will create stained glass windows or artistic hangings. Learn the techniques of designing, glass cutting, glass leading, and finishing. (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $95.00) Minimum of 25 students Tu 9-1 pm Covina E.C. 20 Danzinger W 9-1 pm Covina E.C. 20 Danzinger (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $75.00) Minimum of 28 students W 7-10 pm Covina E.C. 20 Danzinger *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

23 fee-based classes *STINED GLSS FUSING Students will learn to make fused glass tiles, plates, bowls, jewelry, etc. The course will begin with discussions of the technical aspects of the fusing process. Knowledge of glass cutting is helpful. Continuing students have priority registration. (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $105.00) Minimum of 25 students Th 9-1 pm Covina E.C. 20 Danzinger (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $85.00) Minimum of 25 students Th 7-10 pm Covina E.C. 20 Danzinger *CLOCK MKER/REPIRER - CRE & REPIR OF MECHNICL CLOCKS (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $65.00) Minimum of 18 students Tu 5:30-8:30 pm Covina E.C. 12 Umbrello CBINETMKER (Class Fee: $75.00) Minimum of 16 students. On-site preregistration only at the Business Center. Structured cabinetmaking class offering 32 mm frameless cabinetmaking & face frame cabinetmaking. Learn to build kitchen, bathroom, garage, closet cabinets and more Tu 7-10 pm Royal Oak School Shop Robinette Th 7-10 pm Royal Oak School Shop Robinette Sat 9-1 pm Royal Oak School Shop Robinette Sat 1-5 pm Royal Oak School Shop Robinette *FURNITURE REFINISHER (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $75.00) Minimum of 18 students. Instruction in furniture repair, refinishing, antique restoration, caning, wicker repair, staining, color matching, spraying, wood turning and general woodworking. nything is fixable. Most supplies available for purchase in class. Bring your project to the first class meeting Tu 7-10 pm Business Center Shop Enos W 9-12 noon Business Center Shop Bishop Th 9-12 noon Business Center Shop Bishop Th 7-10 pm Business Center Shop Enos *UPHOLSTERER (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $85.00) Minimum of 18 students. Fundamentals of custom upholstery, including frame, stripping, construction, repair, and restyling. No automobile upholstery. Note: Monday class will meet on Tuesday of the weeks when Monday is a holiday M 7-10 pm Pioneer udit. Lyons Tu 9-12 noon Pioneer udit. Lyons Tu 12:30-3:30 pm Pioneer udit. Lyons W 9-12 noon Pioneer udit. Lyons W 12:30-3:30 pm Pioneer udit. Lyons W 7-10 pm Pioneer udit. Lyons Parent & Family Life Education parent education - pre-kindergarten FEE-BSED. (Class Fee: $65.00 per family, includes materials and snacks.) ge should be as of 12/1/12. On-site preregistration only at the Business Center. Minimum of 18 students. This course is designed to help parents and their preschool age children prepare for kindergarten Th 4-5 yrs noon Cedargrove P. Ed. Bldg. Rhodes *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

24 Online & on-site preregistration begins December 4 th at 9:00 am, and ends December 17 th at 5:00 pm Log on to: Preregistration recommended. Please Note: There is an online registration fee of $2.95 for each transaction. rt - Portrait Drawing & Painting +Cabinetmaker Clock Maker / Repairer Computer Classes (Fee-based) Drawing & Painting Furniture Refinisher On-site at the Business Center +Parent Education Pre-Kindergarten Quilting Stained Glass Stained Glass Fusing +Weaving/Spinning + On-site registration only On-site at Pioneer Center Ceramics Drawing & Painting Mixed Medium Jewelry Making / Lapidary Jewelry Making Upholsterer Online only Exercise & Fitness On-site at Covina Ed. Center Tu-Th 12/4 thru 12/6, 9:00-11:00 am W-Th, 12/5 & 12/6, 6:30-9:30 pm rt - Portrait Drawing & Painting Clock Maker / Repairer Quilting Stained Glass & Stained Glass Fusing * FITNESS FEES: First class: $40.00* One additional class: $30.00* Seniors (age 60 and over): First class: $32.00* One additional class: $30.00* (*Includes registration and class fees.) Fees are for the term. Minimum enrollment of 30 students required. bsolutely No Refunds unless class does not register. For online preregistration, if the class does not register your credit card will be automatically credited. Minimum number of student registrations required as of first class meeting. There is an automatic processing fee of $10 for any change to classes. Family Literacy & Parenting Family Literacy and Parenting classes help parents assist their children in learning to read and to complete school work. parent education / family literacy (No Fees) Tu 4:30-6:30 pm Lark Ellen Elem. LMC Staff Dates: January 8 th, February 5 th, March 5 th Th 4:30-6:30 pm Washington Elem. C2/C3 Fabela/ Dates: TB Gilkinson 24

25 Parent & Family Life Education *PRENT EDUCTION THROUGH PRENT-CHILD PRTICIPTION ge should be as of 12/1/12. n enriched nursery school program is offered where both parent and child attend. Parents participate in group discussions concerned with early childhood development. Group activities for the children stimulate emotional and social growth as well as foster preparation for school readiness. dult enrollment limited. Children attending must be of age(s) indicated. (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00 with one child per family, $10 each additional child. Includes materials and snacks.) Day ge Time Location Room Instructor Tu Infant-5 yrs noon Griswold G18 Dompier W 2-5 yrs noon Griswold G18 Dompier Th Infant-3 yrs noon Griswold G18 Dompier Tu Infant-4 yrs noon Pioneer C1 Bridgewater W 1 1/2-5 yrs noon Pioneer C1 Trujillo Th Infant-4 yrs noon Pioneer C1 Bridgewater F *Infant-5 yrs noon Pioneer C1 Trujillo *Emphasis is on 3-5 years. Must have at least one child age 3-5 years. Monday classes will meet seven days only. (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. $10 each additional child. Includes materials and snacks.) (Class Fee: $30.00 with one child per family) M Infant-4 yrs noon Pioneer C1 Trujillo (Class Fee: $40.00 with one child per family) M Infant-5 yrs noon Cedargrove P. Ed. Bldg. Rhodes (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $45.00 with one child per family, $10 each additional child. Includes materials and snacks.) Tu 2-5 yrs noon Cedargrove P. Ed. Bldg. Rhodes W 2-5 yrs noon Cedargrove P. Ed. Bldg. Rhodes F Infant-5 yrs noon Cedargrove P. Ed. Bldg. Rhodes Note: Before a child can attend a Parent Education class, proof of the following immunizations is required: DPT or DT, POLIO, RUBELL, RUBEOL, MUMPS, HEPTITIS B, HIB MENINGITIS and VRICELL. Pre-Kindergarten see page 23 *PRENT EDUCTION - ctive Parenting Now (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $ Books extra.) Communication, discipline, self-esteem, and the importance of family unity will be covered in this practical, comprehensive approach to successful child rearing. The primary focus of the class is on the proper techniques of raising and nurturing elementary-age school children. Child care will be provided for a fee of $2.00 per child per class W 7-9 pm Royal Oak P.Ed.Ctr. Farrar *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

26 Court Reporting Tri-Community dult Education is a certified Court Reporting School. The Court Reporter Course of Study meets the standards for recognition established by the Court Reporters Board of California. The Tri-Community Court Reporting program is approved by the National Court Reporters ssociation (NCR) one of only six in California. To be eligible for enrollment, students must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent. To obtain additional program information, preregistration information, or to make a counseling appointment, call Griswold dult Education Center at (626) The mission of the Tri-Community dult Education Court Reporting Program is to prepare our students to become effective and competent court reporters, as well as captioners and professionals in related careers, and to promote excellence in achieving the highest level of professional expertise. *CERTIFIED COURT REPORTing PROGRM (Court Reporter/Machine Shorthand, ll Levels) (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $ for any combination of Court Reporting courses, books extra.) M thru Th 8:00-12:30 pm Griswold E3 Fallgren/King/ Rea M & W 6-10 pm Griswold E3 Fallgren/Rea DICTTION/TRNSCRIPTION PRCTICUM (CSR) M thru Th 12:30-3:30 pm Griswold E3 Staff F 9-12 noon Griswold E3 Staff MEDICL TERMINOLOGY/ anatomy & physiology 1 (CSR) Court Reporter students register in the Medical Terminology / natomy & Physiology course. (See Course No on page 14 for details). *advanced english 2 (CSR) Online Class (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $75.00, books extra.) Court Reporting Students are exempt from tuition fee. this course is designed primarily for Court Reporting students but is also appropriate for Medical Transcriber, Office Professional, and all individuals interested in taking and passing high school, college, and job-related English exams. Instruction is given in the fundamentals of word usage, all punctuation, capitalization, vocabulary development, spelling, subject-verb agreement, proofreading skills, and test-taking strategies. Register in person at the Griswold Center. fter student has completed class registration the instructor will forward an to student containing LOGIN instructions. Required textbooks: Court Reporting: Bad Grammar/Good Punctuation and Workbook. These books are to be ordered through Margie Wakeman Wells at mww@ margieholdscourt.com. This course is 10-weeks and will commence 1/7/13. It is required that students have their textbooks by that time Online Course King c New! *TRNSCRIPT PREPRTION (CSR) Instruction preparing a transcript, including its component parts, and in using computer-aided transcription (CT) software W 11:30-12:30 pm Griswold E7 Fallgren W 5:30-6:30 pm Griswold E7 Fallgren 26

27 CSR Monday, December 3, 2012 ORIENTTION 7:00-9:00 p.m. MEETING Griswold Center Room E6 Few careers can match the excitement of Court Reporting. Learn about this spectacular career opportunity and alternative careers using the steno machine. fee-based classes Macintosh Computer Training *absolute beginners for macintosh using os x (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $70.00) Minimum 16 students. This course will provide a basic understanding of how to use your Mac OS. Course includes desktop and file management; pple menu; control panels; sound and speech annotation and dictation. Learn to use Sherlock and search engines to locate files on the hard drive or the Internet Th 1-4 pm Covina E.C. Media Ctr. Rogers Personal Computer Training *BSIC INTRODUCTION TO PCs FOR SENIOR CITIZENS using windows xp (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $70.00, books extra.) Minimum 16 students. This course offers a truly basic, slowpaced introduction to personal computers using Windows XP. Instruction will be given in the use of the mouse, basic commands and simple skills in WordPad, Paint and the Desktop W 9-12 noon Griswold Center F8 Rogers *BSIC INTRODUCTION TO PCs FOR SENIOR CITIZENS using windows 7 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $70.00, books extra.) Minimum 16 students. This course offers a truly basic, slow-paced introduction to the use of personal computers in layman s terms. It is designed to provide useful, everyday basic computer skills in WordPad, NotePad, Calculator, and Paint using Windows 7 Professional. Learn to integrate desktop applications; basic folder and file organization and management; and retrieve and delete files and folders from the recycle bin. Customize the appearance, icons and taskbar options on the desktop Tu 9-12 noon Business Center 1 Rogers *BSIC INTRODUCTION TO PCs FOR SENIOR CITIZENS using windows 7 part 2 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $70.00, books extra.) Minimum 16 students. Prerequisite: Basic Introduction to PCs Using Windows 7. This course offers a truly basic, slow-paced introduction to the use of personal computers in layman s terms. It is designed to provide useful, everyday basic computer skills in WordPad, NotePad, Calculator, and Paint using Windows 7 Professional. Learn to integrate desktop applications; basic folder and file organization and management; and retrieve and delete files and folders from the recycle bin. Customize the appearance, icons and taskbar options on the desktop Th 9-12 noon Business Center 1 Rogers *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

28 fee-based classes *basic introduction to pcs using windows 7 part 7 & the internet (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $60.00) Minimum 16 students. Prerequisite: Basic Introduction to PCs Using Windows 7 Part 6. Learn to configure Internet Explorer 8 to best fit your needs and to use some of the great features not available in previous versions of Internet Explorer. Personalize the Internet Explorer browser window and content display. Discover the type of services internet service providers are offering. ISP might also have options through a satellite television service provider, a satellite broadband service provider, or a wireless broadband service provider. Learn to use the Internet Explorer setup wizard to turn on features such as suggested sites. Customize the browser for compatibility viewing of any website. Understand the lingo like TLD (Top Level Domains), bloggers, chat, emoticons and so on. Learn how to download pictures from the web. Use the different buttons and tabs to better utilize IE 8. Work with multiple tabs and pages to open multiple websites. Customize your home page and clear your browsing history W 9-12 noon Valencia E.C. Media Ctr. Gerodias *BSIC INTRODUCTION TO PCs FOR SENIOR CITIZENS part 17 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $45.00) Minimum 16 students. Prerequisite: Basic Introduction to PCs for Seniors Part 16. This course continues from the Basic Introduction to PCs for Senior Citizens 16. Reinforce your knowledge of Windows and how it integrates with the internet M 9-12 noon Valencia E.C. Media Ctr. Gerodias *introduction to microsoft word for senior citizens (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $45.00, books extra.) Minimum 16 students. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers. Create documents with style in this very basic class! Learn how to use clipart, perform mail merges, create mailing labels and envelopes. Use features like spell check, grammar check and thesaurus M 9-12 noon Business Center 1 Rogers introduction to photoshop elements part 4 (Class Fee: $60.00) Minimum 16 students. Prerequisite: Photoshop Elements Part 3. Learn to use and understand the welcome screen, brushes, power of layers, styles and filters. Share photos online and use the quick-fix mode. Learn to use the organizer, tags, and collections to import and organize all images. Explore and use the photo creations to generate cd/dvd inserts, flipbook, slideshows, and scrapbook pages. Preregister in person only at the Business Center Tu 9-12 noon C.O. Technology Center 2 Gerodias *introduction to photoshop for senior citizens (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $70.00) Minimum 16 students. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers. This introductory class explores the basic and fundamental skills needed to work in Photoshop. Learn to use various tools, layers and filters to manipulate images for albums, for ing and to enhance the quality of photos Tu 9-12 noon Valencia E.C. Media Ctr. l-beitawi *scan and restore images in photoshop (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $70.00) Minimum 16 students. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers. Perform plastic surgery to regain a youthful look on your images. Begin to scan your pictures into your computer. Learn how to restore and convert your black & white images to color and much more Th 9-12 noon Valencia E.C. Media Ctr. l-beitawi Online preregistration for Computer classes is available from December 4 thru December 17, 2012 only. Log on to: 28

29 El programa de Educación para dultos Tri-Community anuncia las siguientes clases de computación en Español! *Introducción a la red informática (Internet) en combinación con Introducción Básica a las PCs Parte ii en la misma clase (Costo de Registración: $10.00; $2.00 para estudiantes de 60 años o más. Honorarios de Clase: $70.00) El mínimo 16 estudiantes. El curso cubre conocimientos básicos para el uso y acceso a la red informática implementando el más reciente material de navegación. Entre los temas incluimos la historia y proveedores de la red informática, escanear fotografías, transferencias directas de documentos, correo electrónico, plicaciones y búsqueda de trabajo, etc., manejo y operación de la computadora usando el programa Microsoft Windows. Este curso prepara a los estudiantes para el próximo nivel de instrucción en las aplicaciones de computación. Dia Horario Localidad Salón Instructor miércoles 6:30-9:30 pm Valencia E.C. 13 Torres La inscripción para todas las clases comienzan durante la primera sesión de clase. La inscripción se lleva a cabo dentro del salón de clase, en el lugar en donde se impartirán las clases. La inscripción es en base a la teoría El que llegue primero, se le atiende primero. La preinscripción está disponible en el Internet. Véase la contraportada para más información. *La cuota de $10.00 por inscripción será cargados a los estudiantes de años, que no estén tomando la clase para créditos de la Secundaria. Estudiantes mayores (60 + años) pagaran $2.00 de cuota de inscripción. Vocational & Technical Education * BSIC INTRODUCTION TO PCs USING WINDOWS XP (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $45.00, books extra.) This course is a truly basic introduction to the use of personal computers for the beginning student, and covers an overview of the elementary concepts of computer operation using Microsoft Windows operating system. Course will assist beginning students to prepare for the next level of instruction in computer applications Tu 7-10 pm Griswold Center F8 Jimenez *BSIC INTRODUCTION TO PCs USING WINDOWS XP part 2 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $45.00, books extra.) Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers. Class will cover topics in customizing and managing files and folders. Work with windows programs and customize windows using the control panel. Maintain your computer and explore windows using the menu commands and right-click menus W 7-10 pm Griswold Center F8 Jimenez *introduction to windows 8 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $45.00) Configure Windows 8 for home and business, personalize your Windows 8 experience and your desktop. Learn to manage your desktop and taskbar settings easier and faster using the control panel. Organize, resize or rearrange desktop tiles; zoom through your files at a glance and snap windows side-by-side for easy multitasking. Prepare and explore the new Windows 8 applications and its settings; learn to pin or unpin applications; and explore file and folder management W 6:30-9:30 pm Valencia E.C. Media Ctr. Gerodias *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

30 *introduction to microsoft office 2007 part 2 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $60.00, books extra.) Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Office Microsoft Office is the most popular all-in-one software suite and offers a full range of programs designed to increase productivity. Course includes an introduction to Word, Excel, PowerPoint and ccess Th 7-10 pm Griswold Center F8 Jimenez *introduction to MICROSOFT EXCEL 2007 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $70.00, books extra.) Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers. Learn to solve problems with statistical analysis tools; effectively display data in graphs and charts and data retrieval for computation, analysis and reference. Use data tables and Excel scenarios for what-if analysis Tu 6:30-9:30 pm Business Center 1 Gonzalez *dobe Photoshop CS5 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $65.00, books extra.) Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers (PC or Macintosh). Learn Photoshop CS5, the most powerful and popular image-creating program. Create your own artwork, posters, etc. Learn to manipulate photographic images, photo retouching, color separation, and create special effects using a variety of tools and techniques W 7-10 pm C.O. Technology Center 2 Thomas *social media website for job hunting (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $50.00) Learn to use social media networking sites for job hunting, expanding your professional career or just looking for part time income. Connect and network with small to medium size companies to find job openings. Participate in online job chats or career chats. Post highlights of your work experience and education on your facebook profile. Learn how to set your privacy settings so that only certain people or businesses can view your profile. Build a network with people you knew way back in high school or college. Install and customize facebook applications that cater to job hunters. Utilize the facebook marketplace to enhance your career search and opportunities M 6:30-9:30 pm C.O. Technology Center 2 Gerodias *ethical hacking part 1 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $70.00, books extra.) Prerequisite: Windows OS and Introduction to the Internet. Computer security has become increasingly important over the last several years. Millions of individuals and businesses go online everyday This class will help students understand how to protect their computer systems and their networks from people online. Class will also help you know the right tools and resources to use so that you can better protect your system from becoming the victim of attacks. Learn to utilize windows tools to secure and protect your personal data, and to enable or disable certain utilities like network-printing, remote system configuration, file-sharing utilities and services to close some of the security holes in windows. Use GUI or command-line scripting to optimize your computer, place restrictions on certain users, prevent internet explorer from caching passwords, blocking windows hotkeys, preventing certain applications from running and putting restrictions on everything inside windows. Understand file encryption, firewall, and malware to help you make your system more secure Tu 6:30-9:30 pm C.O. Technology Center 2 Gerodias *ccent / ccna part 2 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $70.00, books extra.) Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers and Introduction to the Internet. The CCN program was created to provide a solid introduction not only to the Cisco Internetwork Operating System (IOS) and Cisco hardware, but also to internetworking in general. Install, configure, and operate LN, WN, and wireless access services securely as well as troubleshoot and configure small to medium networks for performance. Learn to Use the protocols IP, IPv6, EIGRP, RIP, RIPv2, and OSPF as well as understand serial connections, Frame Relay, VPN, cable, DSL, PPPoE, LN switching, VLNs, VTP, STP, Ethernet, security, and access lists. The CCN certification was the first course and exam in the Cisco certification process, and the precursor to all current Cisco certifications Th 6:30-9:30 pm Valencia E.C. Media Ctr. Gerodias 30

31 Combination Welder Training *COMBINTION WELDER TRINING, BSIC & CERTIFIED vocational training program based upon practical hands-on welding and classroom theory. The program is operated on an open-entry, open-exit basis, which allows students to begin training at any time space is available. The Welding Center is licensed to administer the practical examinations required by the merican Welding Society and the Los ngeles Department of Building & Safety for Certified Welders. Limited enrollment. Continuing students have priority registration. Contact the Welding Center for fee schedule and class placement prior to registration. Call (626) Note: Fees do not include personal safety equipment or books. PHSE I - BSIC WELDING Prepares students for entry-level employment as a manual or semi-automatic welder in a variety of metal trade industries. PHSE II - DVNCED WELDING Prepares students for the Qualification Examinations specified by the merican Welding Society and the merican Petroleum Institute for Structural Welders and Pipe Welders. PHSE III - CERTIFIED WELDER Prepares students for the examinations for Certified Welder Licenses in the categories of Structural Steel, Light Gage Steel, luminum, and Reinforcing Steel. STUDENTS MY REGISTER FOR NY COMBINTION OF WELDER CLSSES. Course # Phase Day Time Location Instructor I, II & III M thru F 8-12 noon Welding Center Reyes I, II & III M thru F 12:30-4:30 pm Welding Center Reyes I, II & III M & W 7-10 pm Welding Center Reyes I, II & III Tu & Th 7-10 pm Welding Center Velosa I, II & III Sat 8-12 noon Welding Center Reyes/Velosa I, II & III Sat 12-4 pm Welding Center Velosa TESTING M thru F 8-12 noon Welding Center Reyes TESTING M thru F 12:30-4:30 pm Welding Center Reyes TESTING M thru Th 7-10 pm Welding Center Reyes/Velosa TESTING Sat 8-4 pm Welding Center Reyes/Velosa Licensed Welder Program open enrollment if space is available Contact Welding Center for fee schedule and enrollment information: Welding Center 1242 E. Cypress Street, Covina (Cypress St. east of Edna Pl.) (626) *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

32 Vocational & Technical Education *HETING & IR CONDITIONING INSTLLER-SERVICER 1 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $ Fees do not include books or personal tools.) Limited enrollment. See back cover for preregistration information M 7-10 pm Covina E.C. 17 Olivas *HETING & IR CONDITIONING INSTLLER-SERVICER 2 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $ Fees do not include books or personal tools.) Prerequisite: Heating & ir Conditioning Installer-Servicer 1. Limited enrollment. See back cover for preregistration information W 7-10 pm Covina E.C. 17 Olivas *electrician (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $ Fees do not include books or personal tools.) Limited enrollment. This class will provide basic hands-on instruction in electricity and electrician training that will include safety, theory, repairs, troubleshooting and installations. See back cover for preregistration information W 7-10 pm Covina E.C. 15 Rascon *electrician fundamentals (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $ Fees do not include books or personal tools.) Limited enrollment. competency-based course designed for electrical technicians and electricians. This is the first part of a five-course sequence comprised of an orientation and technical instruction in safety, mathematics, fundamental electrical concepts, storage batteries in direct current (DC) circuits, Ohm s Law, alternating current (C) theory, and the basics of resource management in the electrical industry. The competencies in this course are aligned with the California High School cademic Content Standards and the California Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards. Please bring pencils & paper, highlighter(s) and a calculator to class. See back cover for preregistration information Tu & Th 7-10 pm Covina E.C. 15 Rascon *cabinetmaking: cabinets & WOODWORKING (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $50.00) Woodworking for beginners and advanced. Instruction in how to operate woodworking machinery and tools efficiently and safely. Learn to design and build cabinets for your kitchen, bath or entertainment center; build furniture; turn table and chair legs. Create artistic bowls and other lathe turned objects. If you are into crafts, we do that, too. Learn how to finish your project with time tested techniques of the professionals F 9-12 noon Business Center Shop Robinette F 12-3 pm Business Center Shop Robinette Sat 9-12 pm Business Center Shop Bishop DULTS WITH DISBILITIES JOB PREPRTION SKILLS (No Fees) Continuous course Daily 7:30 am-11 pm Valley Light Industries Staff Daily 7:30 am-11 pm Valley Light Industries Staff Daily 7:30 am-4 pm CRTC Wilson lso see page 23 for additional Cabinetmaker classes. Woodworking - Mini Lathe Project Turning... page 18 *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

33 Commercial Photography The Tri-Community Photography Program includes more than two hundred fifty courses offered annually on a rotational basis. Skill levels range from beginner to professional. lthough courses need not be taken in sequential order, it is recommended that students are well-grounded in the elements and principles of Photo 1 before enrolling in advanced courses. Basic processing experience is not required to register in any Photo Processing section. Classes are conducted in the 11,000 sq. ft. Tri-Community Photo Center which is furnished with state-of-the-art equipment. (Students taking any Photoshop courses must already be computer literate and are welcome to bring their own laptops. For photo program purposes, computer literacy is defined as having a basic understanding of operating a computer, which includes turning the computer on and off, using the mouse, working with pull-down menus, and the opening, closing and saving of files.) Orientation meeting for NEW students held at 7:00 pm on Monday, January 7; 9:00 am on Tuesday, January 8; or 7:00 pm on Wednesday, January 9, FOR REGISTRTION INFORMTION, CLL (626) Note: Photo 5, 8, 13, 17, 22, 36, 47, 48, 52, 70, 81, 82, 92, 132, 141, 159, 162, 189, 191, 205, 215, 223, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250 and 251 are NOT scheduled for the Spring 2013 term. PHOTOGRPHY program FEES: $ total. (ll courses and labs are included in a single fee.) Please call the Photography Center for nnual Pass information. PHOTO 1 - HOW TO TKE BETTER PICTURES (Film & Digital) Basic course covering camera operation, films, metering, lighting, composition, and darkroom basics in both color and black & white. Day Time Location Instructor M 7-10 pm Photography Center Thomas Tu 9-12 noon Photography Center Delgado W 7-10 pm Photography Center Manalo PHOTO 5 - PORTRITURE & LIGHTING (Film & Digital) Introduction to lighting, posing, composition, props, backgrounds, films, and equipment. Subjects include photographing singles, couples, and groups W 7-10 pm Photography Center Lojero PHOTO 8 - DVNCED BLCK & WHITE in Film & Digital Topics include film comparisons, black & white filters, special processing techniques, negative and print contrast controls, and the zone system Sat 9-12 noon Photography Center Cohen PHOTO 13 - DVNCED COMMERCIL PORTRITURE (Film & Digital) Course is designed to offer advanced photography students special instruction in aesthetic, technical, and marketable elements of commercial portraiture. Subjects include a wide age range of male and female models Tu 7-10 pm Photography Center Ekman PHOTO 17 - PHOTOGRPHING CHILDREN (Film & Digital) Course emphasizes specialized portrait techniques used in photographing children, including formal, casual, and candid photos in the studio and on location Th 1-4 pm Photography Center Norring PHOTO 22 - LNDSCPE, SCENIC & TRVEL PHOTOGRPHY (Film & Digital) Designed to offer both basic and advanced techniques used in landscape, scenic & travel photography. Special emphasis is placed on types of equipment, films, lenses, composition, and metering Th 7-10 pm Photography Center Browne 33

34 PHOTO 36 - PPLIED LIGHTING TECHNIQUES (Film & Digital) Designed for advanced photography students who wish to master diversified lighting techniques. Covers studio and location lighting in portraiture, close-up, table top, large products, and special effects. Day Time Location Instructor Tu 9-12 noon Photography Center Gaytan PHOTO 46 - PHOTOSHOP FOR PHOTOGRPHERS (Beginning) Designed for photographers who are already computer literate and interested in utilizing the latest versions of Photoshop for digital manipulation. Course involves hands-on use of computers provided by the school and covers a wide range of tools and techniques. Students are welcome to bring their own personal laptops if preferred Tu 7-10 pm Photography Center aron Weiss Th 9-12 noon Photography Center aron Weiss PHOTO 47 - PHOTOSHOP: DIGITL RETOUCHING TECHNIQUES Designed for photographers who would like to learn the basics of photographic retouching through Photoshop and digital manipulation. Students must already be computer literate and familiar with the fundamentals of Photoshop. Topics include retouching for faces and bodies, instant weight reduction, and a wide range of tools, techniques, and specialized applications. Students are welcome to bring their own personal laptops if preferred Sat 9-12 noon Photography Center aron Weiss PHOTO 48 - PHOTOSHOP: DIGITL SPECIL EFFECTS Designed for photographers who are already computer literate and interested in creating a wide range of special effects in digital manipulation. Course involves hands-on use of computers provided by the school and covers a wide range of tools and techniques. Students are welcome to bring their own personal laptops if preferred. * Clase asistida en español W 9-12 noon Photography Center Hoy *Sun 3-6 pm Photography Center Lojero PHOTO 52 - DVNCED FINE RT / FIGURE (BOUDOIR) PHOTOGRPHY (Film & Digital) Designed for students interested in learning advanced professional techniques used in photographing the human form. Topics will include specialized forms of lighting, composition, posing, props, costumes, backgrounds, locations, films, materials, equipment and marketability Th 7-10 pm Photography Center Martinez PHOTO 56 - PHOTOSHOP FOR PHOTOGRPHERS (INTERMEDITE) Geared for photographers who already understand the basics of Photoshop, emphasis will be on learning advanced techniques for digitally improving your photographs plus a greater use of palettes, tools and specialized applications. Topics include portraits, landscape, special effects, and more. (Students taking this course must already be computer literate and are welcome to bring their own personal laptops if preferred.) W 7-10 pm Photography Center Wolin Th 7-10 pm Photography Center aron Weiss PHOTO 70 - DIGITL MdE ESY The perfect course for the beginning photographer who knows little about photography and less about digital. Starting with how to use your digital camera, the course will also cover the basics of photography including composition, lighting, exposure control and then an introduction to digital printing and Photoshop. (Students taking this course are welcome to bring their own personal laptops if preferred.) M 7-10 pm Photography Center Gaytan Th 9-12 noon Photography Center Delgado photo 81 - the art of posing (Film & Digital) dynamic course designed for photographers on all levels who would like to fine tune the art of photographic posing. Topics include formal, informal and candid posing in basic and advanced portraiture, fashion/glamour, wedding, children, character studies, groups and more M 7-10 pm Photography Center Norring photo 82 - photoshop: digital scrapbooking for photographers Specialty course designed to introduce photographers to the popular art of scrapbooking with a twist. By applying digital technology, students will learn everything necessary to explore, create and expand their own versions of how to plan the perfect photographic scrapbook M 1-4 pm Photography Center Hoy 34

35 photo 92 - advanced digital scrapbooking for photographers The exciting sequel course that continues to explore the ever-popular art of scrapbooking using the technology of the digital dimension. In this advanced course, students will continue to learn everything they need to explore, create and expand their own versions of the perfect photographic scrapbook using a digital twist! Day Time Location Instructor Th 1-4 pm Photography Center Hoy photo photoshop: lightroom The perfect course for professional photographers who need to organize, change and/or color correct hundreds of images quickly, efficiently and effectively. Primary interest is placed on database management for batch processing control with high quality image output M 9-12 noon Photography Center B. Delgado W 9-12 noon Photography Center B. Delgado photo Proshow: producer i ProShow Producer represents the next dimension in slideshow entertainment by offering tools, techniques and transitional effects never before available in the slideshow genre. Students have an opportunity to take their creative efforts to a whole new level by further exploring, expanding and enhancing their own individual shows using the unique offerings found only in ProShow Producer Tu 7-10 pm Photography Center Thomas photo photography: the essence of technique (Film & Digital) - course designed to discover the intricacies and nuances of photographic essence, the hidden intangibles that can make or break the picture. Sometimes only the eye of the camera can see it, but only the creativity of the photographer can capture it. The intrinsic nature of the scene can make the difference between a great photograph and just another tourist picture, and it s the artist s job to understand and be able to discern that difference. Topics include lighting, backgrounds, composition, styles, techniques, special effects and equipment Th 7-10 pm Photography Center McGuire photo photoshop: photography templates for teams, schools & organizations The perfect course for creating innovative template designs for VIP clients looking for something new, special and unique in multiple group orders. From traditional layouts, combos and packages to exciting concepts that go way beyond the boundaries of conventional expectation, this course will offer new perspectives when it comes to creating, implementing and evaluating the essential elements of effective template design M 7-10 pm Photography Center Hoy photo night photography on location Geared especially for photo buffs interested in capturing everything from evening scenics to intriguing special effects, this course will cover just about everything you ll ever need to know about shooting in the dark. From time exposures to action pix, students will learn about the times, tips, trends and techniques necessary to create those evening masterpieces M 7-10 pm Photography Center Delgado photo proshow producer production effects hollywood style This exciting digital excursion emphasizes the advantages of using specialized ProShow Producer production techniques to create the latest Hollywood style effects. The techniques are cutting-edge, and the results are spectacular W 1-4 pm Photography Center Hoy photo photographing families (Film & Digital) Geared to exploring the interdynamics of creating great family pictures, all of the essential elements related to equipment, lighting, posing, marketing, pricing, selling, and more are covered in the course M 9-12 noon Photography Center Gaytan photo photography: walking the wild side! This intriguing excursion into photographic mayhem is designed especially for those interested in leaning what it takes to overcome unforeseen obstacles to get those incredible images that are most often captured by only a few Tu 1-4 pm Photography Center McGuire PHOTOGRPHY program FEES: $ total. (ll courses and labs are included in a single fee.) Please call the Photography Center for nnual Pass information. 35

36 PHOTO PHOTOGRPHING CITySCPES ND URBN LNDSCPES (Film & Digital) Designed especially for those photographers who enjoy shooting everything from architecture to social statements in the urban environment, this course offers new ideas, new directions, and new perspectives that can have significant impact on your pictures. If you have an interest in urban landscape photography, this is the course that can make the difference you re looking for! Day Time Location Instructor Tu 7-10 pm Photography Center Meyer PHOTO THE RT OF COMPOSITION (Film & Digital) Designed to emphasize the importance of professional composition as it relates to the aesthetics of photography, the course explores the options and avenues of working with form, line, color, texture, space, psychology and dimensional design in a variety of subject areas W 7-10 pm Photography Center McGuire PHOTO PROSHOW PRODUCER: THE RT OF VISUL TRNSFORMTION ND STORYTELLING rmed with the art of awesome, students will learn how to create the magic behind the motion and the telling of the tale that will take their slideshow presentations to levels that will leave their audiences amazed and impressed Th 7-10 pm Photography Center Hoy New! PHOTO THE RT OF PORTRITURE: CPTURING THE ESSENCE OF LIFE (Film & Digital) Designed especially for photographers who would like to create and capture those very special moments that reveal more of the hidden layers of their subjects and their personalities, this course is another exciting eye-opener for photographers and their models. Sometimes only the eye of the camera can see these hidden intangibles that can make or break the picture, but only the discerning creativity of the photographer can capture them M 1-4 pm Photography Center Manalo New! PHOTO PHOTOSHOP: FST & ESY FIXES! This course places the emphasis on finding the fastest and easiest ways of solving Photoshop problems with a wide variety of simple solutions. From changing tools to shifting procedures, students will get some terrific tips to make their digital lives better, faster and easier Tu 9-12 noon Photography Center aron Weiss New! PHOTO THE ESTHETICS OF PROFESSIONL COMPOSITION (Film & Digital) Designed to further emphasize the importance of composition as it relates to the aesthetics of professional photography, this course explores the options and avenues of working with form, line, color, texture, space, psychology and dimensional design as it relates to the needs and desires of clients in a variety of subject areas Tu 1-4 pm Photography Center Meyer New! PHOTO 246: DVNCED FLSH PHOTOGRPHY (Film & Digital) This course offers an opportunity for photographers on all levels to unravel the technical mysteries of using flash in a wide range of photographic subject areas. Designed to provide both technical and aesthetic guidelines to perfecting the art of working with flash, the course also offers insight into the intricacies and nuances of using flash in the studio, on camera, and on location Tu 7-10 pm Photography Center Gaytan New! PHOTO PHOTOSHOP: CURRENT TWISTS, TRENDS & TECHNIQUES! This course offers a whole new look at the digital world of Photoshop. With the accent on creativity, students will leap the limits of conventionalism to explore new thoughts, trends, topics and techniques that are basically ground-breaking. When it comes to creating alternative directions in the digital dimension, this is one course that really pushes the limit lines! W 1-4 pm Photography Center aron Weiss Website: Tri-CommunityPhotoProgram.com [email protected] For further information call the Photography Center at (626)

37 PHOTOGRPHY program FEES: $ total. (ll courses and labs are included in a single fee.) Please call the Photography Center for nnual Pass information. New! PHOTO PHOTOJOURNLISM FOR SMLL PUBLICTIONS! (Film & Digital) Designed specifically to emphasize the importance of creating professionallystyled photographs that would appeal to small publications, this course offers new ideas for success in this often overlooked money-making market. Ideal for students who have an interest in getting published and making money at the same time! Day Time Location Instructor W 1-4 pm Photography Center Meyer New! PHOTO DOCUMENTRY PHOTOJOURNLISM & INTRODUCTION TO GO PRO! (Film & Digital) nother great course that offers even more possibilities for making money in the very lucrative photojournalism marketplace by exploring a multitude of ways professional photographers can get their work published! The course also covers an introduction to the GoPro camera, which is the latest digital video trend that s spiking on the internet market! Th 9-12 noon Photography Center Hoy New! PHOTO THE BUSINESS OF WEDDING PHOTOGRPHY! (Film & Digital) n exceptional course that explores and expands the art of making money in the wedding industry. With the emphasis on lots of dollars and highly satisfied clients, students learn the latest tips, tricks and techniques of making sure that everyone walks away a winner. The course concentrates on those elements can really make the difference between profit and loss and also on what s currently going on in the wedding marketplace F 6-9 pm Photography Center Manalo New! PHOTO THE RT OF SHOOTING CTORS! (Film & Digital) This course offers fashion/glamour fans a terrific opportunity to photograph actors from stage, screen and television in by concentrating on a combination of in-class workshop shoots designed to unlock the secrets of shooting successful headshots. Through step-by-step dissection and direction of what to do and how to do it, students learn to create professional images that will actually be used by the actors in the industry *Sun 12-3 pm Photography Center Martinez * Clase asistida en español. SCHOOL OF PHOTOGRPHY The Tri-Community School of Photography (TCSP) is a short-term vocational program designed to provide students with skills that can be used to obtain full-time employment, review/refresh skills for professional maintenance, or seek professional advancement in current occupations. The School of Photography is held in conjunction with regular Tri-Community photo classes. Cost is $ per term. Enrollment is limited. Orientation meeting for NEW students held at 7:00 pm on Monday, January 7; 9:00 am on Tuesday, January 8 or 7:00 pm on Wednesday, January 9, FOR REGISTRTION INFORMTION, CLL (626) photography PROBLEMS & SOLUTIONS (TCSP Tutorial) (Scheduled by ppointment) Photography Center Weiss/Rose PHOTO PROCESSING M thru Th 8 am-10 pm Photography Center Weiss/Rose/Staff F 6-9 pm Photography Center Weiss/Rose/Staff Sat 8 am-5 pm Photography Center Weiss/Rose/Staff Sun 12-6 pm Photography Center Weiss/Rose/Staff 37

38 Index cademic Study Center...11 ccreditation... 4 dobe...30 dults with Disabilities Job Preparation...32 ir Conditioning & Heating...32 rt B Basic Education Basic Education/Speech...12 Basic Introduction to PCs Basic Introduction to PCs for Seniors Basic Introduction to PCs in Spanish...29 Bookkeeper...13 C Cabinetmaker & 32 CHSEE Preparation...11 CHSEE Test Dates... 8 & 11 CLENDR, Holidays...4 Career, College & Beyond Seminar... 7 Career Exploration...12 CBEST/ST/TOEFL... 8 & 11 CCENT / CCN Part Ceramics...22 CHILD CRE...7 Citizenship...11 Clerical Occupations Clinical Medical ssistant...17 Clock Maker-Repairer...23 Color Copiers, Introduction...19 Commercial Photography Computer Classes for Seniors Computer Class in Spanish...29 Computer Software pplications COUNSELING SERVICES...8 Court Reporting (CSR) CPR Cupcakes, More...18 D Drawing & Painting...22 E Economics...11 Electrician...32 Electrician Fundamentals...32 Electronic Health Records...17 English...10 English as a Second Language...10 English 2, dvanced Online (CSR)...26 Ethical Hacking...30 Excel Exercise & Fitness Exit Exam Preparation...11 F Family Literacy & Parenting...24 Fee-based classes , FEES...5 Fine & pplied rts: rt...22 Ceramics...22 Drawing & Painting...22 Jewelry Making...22 Lapidary...22 Portrait Drawing & Painting...22 Stained Glass...22 Stained Glass Fusing...23 First id/cpr...16 Fitness & Exercise Furniture Refinisher...23 G GED Preparation & Testing...9, Government, U.S...11 Guitar, coustic...19 H Heating & ir Conditioning...32 High School Diploma Information... 4 History, U.S...11 History, World...11 HOLIDYS...4 Brochure preparation by: Judy Turek Printing: Q Press Classes begin the week of January 7,

39 I Insurance Clerk/Medical Insurance Billing...13 J Jewelry Making...22 Job Hunting Seminar...18 L Lapidary...22 Loan Document Signing Specialist (Notary)...15 M Macintosh OS X, bsolute Beginner...27 MP of LOCTIONS... Inside Front cover Mathematics...11 Medical Coding...14 Medical Insurance Clerk/Billing...14 Medical Terminology/natomy & Physiology 1 (CSR)...14 & 26 Medical Transcription & Editing...15 Microsoft Office 2007 Part Microsoft Word for Senior Citizens...28 N Notary Public...15 O Office Hours...5 Office Professional Training...12 Office Skills & Typist/Keyboarding...13 Online Preregistration Information...24 & back cover P Paralegal Certificate...18 Parent Education...25 Peach Tree...13 Photography Photoshop CS Photoshop Elements...28 Photoshop for Photographers Photoshop, Intro. for Senior Citizens...28 Pre-Kindergarten...23 Preregistration Information...24 & back cover Q QuickBooks Pro/Bookkeeper...13 Quilting...20 Index R Reading...10 Real Estate gent/principles...16 Real Estate Finance...16 Real Estate Practice...16 REGISTRTION INFORMTION... 5 & 6 S Science Seminar, Career, College... 7 Seminars & Short Term Classes SENIOR CITIZENS... 6 Senior Citizen Computer Classes Social Media Website/Job Hunting...30 Spanish Computer Class Speech/ Basic Education Spinning/Weaving Stained Glass/Fusing Stenotype (Machine Shorthand) T TESTING/Services & Preparation , Textbooks... 6 & 10 TOEFL Preparation Transcription/Medical Typing Certificate Exam Typing-Keyboarding/Office Skills U Upholsterer V VETERNS INFORMTION...4 Voiceovers, Introduction W Weaving/Spinning Welder Training Windows 7, Basic Intro Windows 8, Introduction Windows XP, Basic Intro & 29 Woodworking & 32 Woodworking - Mini Lathe Word, Microsoft for Senior Citizens See back cover for preregistration information.

40 Tri-Community dult Education ssponsored by the unified school districts of C H R T E R O K and C O V I N - V L L E Y Winter 2013 Schedule of Classes Online preregistration December 4 at 9:00 am thru December 17, 2012 at 5:00 pm for the following classes: rt - Portrait Drawing & Painting Bookkeeper Ceramics Clock Maker/ Repairer Computer classes Drawing & Painting Electrician/ Electrician Fundamentals Exercise & Fitness Furniture Refinisher Heating & ir Conditioning Installer 1 & 2 Ins. Clerk - Medical Insurance Billing 1 & 2 Jewelry Making Jewelry Making/ Lapidary Medical Coding 1 & 2 Medical Terminology / natomy & Physiology 1 Medical Transcription & Editing Office Professional Training Office Skills and Typist/Keyboarding Quilting Real Estate gent/principles Real Estate Finance Real Estate Practice Stained Glass & Stained Glass Fusing Upholsterer Log on to: Preregistration is not required. You may still register in class if space is available. Please Note: There is an online registration fee of $2.95 for each transaction. There is an automatic processing fee of $10 for any change to classes. No refunds on Seminar, Short Term or Fee-Based classes unless class does not register. For online preregistration, if the class does not register your credit card will be automatically credited. Tri-Community dult Education Covina Valley USD 342 S. Fourth venue Covina, C Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PID Covina, C PERMIT NO. 3 ecrwss POSTL PTRON