2D Animation for Web Design Auto Engineering Beauty Therapy Build Your Own PC Childcare Construction Design a Chair Digital Photography Drama

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1 2D Animation for Web Design Auto Engineering Beauty Therapy Build Your Own PC Childcare Construction Design a Chair Digital Photography Drama Electrical & Electronic Engineering Hairdressing Health and Social Care Hospitality Human Resources, Accountancy & Law Mechanical Engineering Media/Advertising & PR Mixed Media Self-Portrait Painting Music Office Administration Recycled Fashion Service Engineering Social Sciences Sport Travel, Events and Hospitality

2 The College Experience is a programme of short courses designed to offer a taster of College life and full time course content to young people about to enter their final year of school. If you expect to be applying for College after the summer holidays for entry in August 2011, this is an ideal opportunity to get an early insight into College life. Places on these courses are limited and places are offered on a first come first served basis. A number of the courses require specific safety equipment, including steel toe-capped boots. Please ensure you will be able to obtain the specific equipment required before registering an interest in these courses. What! Where! When! Courses will run on various dates throughout May/June 2010 Aberdeen College is based on four different sites across Aberdeen (, Clinterty, and Gordon). Transport arrangements to the correct Centre will be the responsibility of your school or family. Your College day will be from 9.30am to 3.30pm. You will have morning and afternoon breaks, and an hour for lunch. Please refer to the table at the back of this brochure for exact dates and locations of your preferred courses. Facilities At all College sites you will find canteen facilities and vending machines allowing you the option of buying hot meals, sandwiches, hot and cold drinks and snacks. If you prefer you can bring your own food. Health and Safety While at Aberdeen College you must adhere to all Health and Safety rules and instructions. You will be briefed on evacuation procedures and be given specific instruction relating to your course. Due to safety restrictions some courses are observation and demonstration only and some may highlight specific clothing requirements. Any pupil who does not adhere to the rules may be asked to leave the class and return to school. Making your choice Once you have had an opportunity to select your preferred courses, please complete the form attached at the back of this brochure and return it to your teacher. You are more likely to get a place on a course that interests you if you make 3 selections, although please note that due to demand, you may not always get your first choice of course. Places are limited to one course per pupil. If there is a specific reason that you need to choose a particular course date, please highlight this on your application form. Please note that places on courses are not guaranteed. If you are successful in being offered a place you will receive a confirmation letter. Booking with the College The designated member of school staff who deals with the School/College links will be responsible for booking places with the College and co-ordinating the arrangements. Any queries should be directed to this member of staff. 1

3 2D Animation for Web Design This fun course will encourage you to work with Flash Software, to create a 2D Animated project. The course will provide you with the opportunity to: Gain an Introduction to Drawing Tools, using Flash software Create Characters on screen Develop animation in terms of motion and shape See your product move across screen Save your project to show others. Auto Engineering This course offers a programme on basic car maintenance. This involves looking at all the vehicle systems. At the end of the course you will be able to: Jack up a vehicle and support it on axle stands Inspect fro nt and rear brakes Remove, clean and adjust spark plugs Check all fluid levels Identify tyre faults, remove and replace tyres and balance wheels Identify and check steering and suspension components. Pupils MUST wear steel toe capped boots/shoes, boiler suits/coveralls and protective safety glasses/goggles. Beauty Therapy This event will provide you with an insight into what it would be like to be a student at Aberdeen College studying Beauty Therapy. You will be involved in demonstrations of practical work and will have the opportunity to discuss different interests in beauty you may have. Where possible we will provide demonstrations of your choice. The Beauty Therapy courses are very popular and can offer diverse opportunities to a variety of male and female learners. Even if you do not intend to pursue a career in beauty you should find the experience interesting and the practical techniques useful in your daily activities. Build Your Own PC During this course you will be offered the opportunity to learn about the different components of a PC. You will build your own PC from an empty case, installing a Mother Board, CPU, Memory, Graphics Card, Hard Drive and DVD ROM. You will then install Windows XP as an operating system. Once you are up and running, as a class you will build a small network in the room, configuring and testing the system as you go. You will then expand your network by attaching it to the College network and use the College network to download and install a Virus checker, Spyware Checker and the latest drives and patches from Microsoft. 2

4 Childcare This short course will provide you with an introduction to studying childcare. You will be provided with an overview of the College including the courses available, progression routes and employment opportunities. Through use of video, written materials, and group work you will be introduced to child development from birth to young adulthood. You will also learn how to care for children and about the factors which can affect children s learning, health and wellbeing. Construction If you enjoy working with your hands and making things, or you are considering a career in the Construction Industry, this course is for you. We will be offering you the opportunity to try out your joinery skills, and will help you make a finished product which you will be able to take away. You will also have the opportunity to try some decorating using paint or stencils. Pupils MUST wear steel toe capped boots/shoes, boiler suits/coveralls and protective safety glasses/goggles. Design a Chair for a Famous Person This course will offer you an opportunity to develop skills in 3 dimensional design and construction to design a model of a chair for a famous person of your choice. You will choose a favourite pop star, film or T.V. stars, person from history or even one of your family or friends and then design a chair to represent their personality. You will spend some time researching your chosen personality and draw on your research to prepare your design. You will have a chance to experiment with lots of different materials to put your chair together and these will be displayed to the whole group and photographed at the end of the experience. Drama Gordon During this short course you will get a taste of what it would be like to be a stage actor. The course will include planning, rehearsing, performing and evaluation skills. You will have an opportunity to explore the drama facilities and resources available at Aberdeen College as you plan a piece to perform, taking into consideration space, equipment and safety and health issues. During the rehearsal phase you will have an opportunity to reflect on your performance by examining video footage and you will learn about elements of stagecraft. At the final performance of your piece you will learn about on stage conduct and communication and you will have a further opportunity to evaluate your performance. 3

5 Digital Photography This course is designed to enable you to gain some initial expertise in the ever-growing area of digital photography. This taster course will cover the use of digital cameras and, with access to computers, will enable you to produce and manipulate images electronically. No previous knowledge of digital photography is necessary although some previous computer experience in use of Windows would be useful. We will offer you a basic introduction to equipment and techniques which involve a variety of formats, commands, layers etc. You will have the opportunity to gain some practical experience using computer software to produce and manipulate images electronically. In addition you will be given a brief overview of the range of cameras, associated hardware, subject matter and applications. Pupils should preferably have their own digital camera. College cameras are available if required. Electrical and Electronic Engineering Three Day Course This course will allow you to acquire experience in basic electrical installation and electronic skills. You will learn about wiring simple lighting and socket circuits using PVC Sheathed Wiring, and you will also construct a simple electronic circuit using soldering techniques. Pupils MUST wear steel toe capped boots/shoes, boiler suits/coveralls and protective safety glasses/goggles. Hairdressing Clinterty This course will provide you with an insight into what it would be like to be a student at Aberdeen College studying Hairdressing. You will learn basic hairdressing skills, undertake shampooing and styling and you will also get the opportunity to talk to members of teaching staff about how to get into the industry, and the opportunities available to you. The Hairdressing courses are very popular and can offer diverse opportunities to a variety of male and female learners. Health & Social Care This is aimed at those interested in a career in Nursing or other aspects of Health such as Complementary Therapies, Life Science Industry, Retail Pharmaceutical Industry or working in the Community and Voluntary Sectors. Pupils will be offered the opportunity to take part in a number of Practical activities along with individual and group exercises designed to show them the variety of Health Sector environments they may be aspiring to work in. You will learn basic information about: body structure and function; how to measure changes in body function; how to prevent infection; the core values and skills required for health workers; how to work as part of a team as well as investigate the range and diversity of careers available within the Health Sector. 4

6 Hospitality Three Day Course The Hospitality Team at Aberdeen College offer you this exciting three day introduction to the Hospitality industry. You will be introduced to some craft bakery skills in the bakery. In the restaurant you will have an introduction to the front of house operation, and in the kitchen you will produce your own lunchtime meal. Please note that pupils MUST dress appropriately while working in the restaurant with black trousers/skirt and white tops (shirts/t-shirts). Human Resources, Accountancy & Law This two day course will give you an insight into the study of Accountancy and Law. During the course you will be introduced to the world of Finance and have a chance to try out your skills at Budgeting using Excel software to find out how to make the most of your money. You will also learn about the rights of young people today and how the law affects you. Find out what career opportunities are available. Try the Human Resources Team Building Test to check how you shape up as team player. Mechanical Engineering Three Day Course This course will offer you the opportunity to acquire practical experience in mechanical engineering and to produce an artefact to take away. You will carry out tasks including measuring, marking, cutting, filing and riveting. You will also have the chance to use CAD to produce 3D drawings for mechanical components. Pupils MUST wear steel toe capped boots/shoes, boiler suits/coveralls and protective safety glasses/goggles. Media/Advertising and PR We are offering you the opportunity to explore your interest in Communication, Media and Public Relations. During this course you will work on a project which will show you how to implement a Public Relations Campaign. Through the launch of an Anti Drugs Music Festival you will learn how to publicise, promote, market and advertise. You will consider where to hold the festival, press releases, which forms of advertising to use, and which market your campaign is aimed at. In addition we are offering you a guided tour of the Multi-Media Centre, which will include a visit to the Radio Broadcasting, TV and sound studios. Along side this you will learn how to cope in an emergency situation Crisis Management. Come along and meet some of the staff that teach on the courses. Find out more about Communication, Media and PR and take the opportunity to have your questions answered on courses available and progression routes. Mixed Media Portrait Painting This course will encourage you to look at famous artists from history and currently working, who paint portraits in a particular style. You will then experiment with sketches of yourself using different media and develop a variety of techniques. You will complete a large self portrait which explores your personal taste and style. This course will allow you to develop skills in drawing, painting and mixed media exploration which will also include the recycling of found and unusual materials. 5

7 Music Gordon During this short course you will get a taste of what it would be like to be a professional performer. The course will include planning, rehearsing, performing and evaluation skills. You will have an opportunity to explore the music facilities and resources available at Aberdeen College as you plan a piece to perform, taking into consideration space, equipment and safety and health issues. During the rehearsal phase you will have an opportunity to reflect on your performance by examining video footage and you will learn about elements of stagecraft. At the final performance of your piece you will learn about the use of sound checks, on stage conduct and communication and you will have a further opportunity to evaluate your performance. If you have your own musical instrument, you should take this with you to this course. Office Administration During this diverse two day course you will have the opportunity to experience a range of IT, Office and administrative skills. These will include areas such as Working in an Office, Using Computer Applications and Multi-media and IT. Recycled Fashion This course is designed to give you a chance to experience fashion design and garment creation. You will use a wide range of media and materials which are out of the ordinary. Using freedom of expression and an awareness of how materials which we would normally throw away can be used, you will learn how to produce creative designs. You will be given themes from which you will be able to gather information and materials to produce your fashion designs on paper and construct these to a life scale on tailors dummies. You will either have your own design of a group design which will be modelled by one of the group. The project will conclude with a mini fashion show where lecturers and fellow students will observe the creativity of designs and these will be photographed for future reference and sent back to your school. Service Engineering Clinterty This two day course will introduce you to the power units in Agricultural and Construction Plant equipment. You will strip down engines and identify the major components. You will be introduced to Health and Safety issues in the workshop. Pupils MUST wear steel toe capped boots/shoes, boilersuits/coveralls and protective safety glasses/goggles. Social Sciences The Social Sciences College Experience will involve discovering the unique approaches to understanding human behaviour in the social sciences by getting a taste of sociology, and psychology. Over the two day course you will take part in a number of interesting and fun activities including; basic psychological experiments on human perception, philosophical puzzles and debates, and in terms of sociology, activities that focus on comparing different cultures and groups so that we can get an understanding of social behaviour and an individual s place in society. 6

8 Sport or Gordon This two day course will provide you with an exciting insight into the key areas of study that make up the full time courses in sport and fitness available at Aberdeen College. Over the two days you will design and participate in group based exercise sessions, gain knowledge of fitness conditioning methods and learn about the development and history of sport in the UK. Part of the course will involve taking responsibility for officiating and organising sports events where you assisted to develop the leadership skills important for delivering practical sport and fitness sessions. Included in the course will be lots of opportunity to be involved in physical activity and take part in practical sports events. You should dress in appropriate clothing and bring kit suitable for participating in a range of indoor sporting events. As there is both practical and theoretical elements to each day a change of clothing is advised. Showers are also available for your convenience. Intro to the Travel, Events and Hospitality Industry Three Day Course During this course you will be introduced to the Hospitality, Events and Travel Industry. You will have the opportunity to work in our Travel Agency where you will learn basic Travel Agency Practice, linked to the Events industry where you will plan and execute an Event and using the skills gained in Hospitality. General Information All courses are limited in number availability and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Each school will have a minimum guaranteed number of places to ensure fair allocation of places. All courses will run with a maximum of 12 pupils per course. Please note location of courses particularly those not being held at the Centre Certain courses do not run on consecutive days, and pupils should ensure that they will be available for each day courses are running All courses will allow one hour for lunch Aberdeen College reserves the right to cancel any under subscribed courses. Course cancellations will be notified in advance Courses with multiple date availability will be allocated as available unless a written request for a particular date is received. Full attendance and successful completion of the course will entitle you to receive a College Certificate evidencing your attendance. 7

9 Course Available Dates Additional Information Location (Centre) 2D Animation for Web Design Mon 31 May Tue 1 June Wed 2 Thurs 3 June Auto Engineering Thurs 27 Fri 28 May Thurs 3 Fri 4 June Steel toe capped shoes or boots, boiler suit and safety glasses required. Beauty Therapy Tues 1 Wed 2 June Thurs 3 Fri 4 June Tues 8 Wed 9 June Build your own PC Tues 11 Tues 18 May Tues 25 May Tues 1 June Tues 8 Wed 15 June Childcare Tues 18 Wed 19 May Tues 25 Wed 26 May Tues 1 Wed 2 June Tues 8 Wed 9 June Construction Mon 10 Tues 11 May Mon 17 Tues 18 May Mon 24 Tues 25 May Mon 31 May Tues 1 June Mon 07 Tues 08 June Mon 14 Tues 15 June Mon 21 Tues 22 June Steel toe capped shoes or boots,boiler suit and safety glasses required. Drama Wed 19 May Wed 26 May Gordon Design a Chair Tues 15 Wed 16 June Digital Photography Mon 31 May Tues 1 June Please bring your own digital camera if possible Electrical & Electronic Engineering 3 day course Wed 19 Fri 21 May Wed 26 Fri 28 May Wed 2 Fri 4 June Steel toe capped shoes or boots, boiler suit and safety glasses required. Hairdressing Thurs 3 Fri 4 June Thurs 10 Fri 11 June Thurs 17 Fri 19 June Clinterty 8

10 Course Available Dates Additional Information Location (Centre) Health and Social Care 3 day course Tues 8 Thurs 10 June Hospitality 3 day course Mon 31 May Wed 2 June Mon 14 Wed 16 June Black Trousers/Skirt and White Tops will be required for the Front of House element of this course. Human Resources, Accountancy & Law Wed 19 Thurs 20 May Thurs 10 Fri 11 June Mechanical Engineering 3 day course Tues 4 Thurs 6 May Tues 11 Thurs 13 May Tues 18 Thurs 20 May Tues 25 Thurs 27 May Steel toe capped shoes or boots, boiler suit and safety glasses required. Media/Advertising & PR Thurs 20 Fri 21 May Thurs 10 Fri 11 June Mixed Media Portrait Painting Wed 12 May Thurs 13 May Music Wed 19 May & Wed 26 May Gordon Office Administration Tues 18 Wed 19 May Tues 25 Wed 26 May Tues 08 Wed 09 June Recycled Fashion Tue 15 May Wed 16 May Service Engineering Tue 25 May & Wed 1 June Steel toe capped shoes or boots, boiler suit and safety glasses required. Clinterty Social Sciences 2 Day Course Wed 2 Thurs 3 June Sport 2 Day Course Wed 19 Thurs 20 May Wed 26 Thurs 27 May Appropriate kit for gym based session. or Gordon Travel, Events and Hospitality Industry 3 Day Course Tues 8 Thurs 10 June 9

11 Application Form Name: Date of Birth: School: Form Group: Home Address: Preferred Options: 1) 2) 3) Please complete and return detached form to your teacher. 10