Continuing Education Courses Spring 2012
Jefferson College Northwest Location

Course Title
Subject Code
Course No.
Sec
CRN
Sessions
Days
Time
Campus
Instructor
Fees
ART
Beginning Wire Working - Create your own custom jewelry using wire and beads. Learn how to make your own clasps and findings, as well as create bracelets, broaches and rings. Make a completed project in every session! This is a beginning level course and is open to all skill levels. NOTE: Materials, not covered by the course fee, are required for this course.
Beginning Wire Working
ART
976
0
34849
SESSIONS: 6
TUE, January 24 - February 28
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
Brandy Kraemer
$79
Is Jewelry Making for You? - Come and discover if jewelry making and beading are going to become your new love. Learn basic terminology and a new avenue for your creativity, while completing a fun project. All materials are included! 2.0 Contact Hours .2 CEU's
Is Jewelry Making for You?
ART
977
0
34846
SESSIONS: 1
TUE, January 17
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
Brandy Kraemer
$20
COMPUTER
Microsoft PowerPoint Basics - Design simple presentations using state-of-the-art text and graphic tools. In this course, participants will explore the PowerPoint environment, examine different presentation views, create presentation text using the "outline mode", add and manipulate pictures, shapes and Smart Art objects, run and save a presentation for various purposes. 2.0 Contact Hours .2 CEU's
Microsoft PowerPoint Basics
COM
905
3
34989
SESSIONS: 1
THU, April 19
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom
Vickie Morgan
$0
Microsoft Excel Basics - This course is designed for users with minimal speadsheet construction experience. The following topics will be covered: navigate with Excel, create a basic spreadsheet, move, copy, and edit cells and apply basic mathematical functions to spreadsheet data. 2.0 Contact Hours .2 CEU's
Microsoft Excel Basics
COM
909
2
34992
SESSIONS: 1
THU, March 22
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom
Vickie Morgan
$0
Fast Course Word 2010 Beg - Our newly designed "Fast Start" computer classes enable you to cover a lot of ground without tying you down for several weeks. This is an easy to understand, step by step, skills based approach that ensures student success. Among the topics to be covered: working with Word basics, creating and editing business letters, using mail merge, creating a memorandum, creating a simple report, copying and moving text, working with fonts and themes, switching between documents, working with proofreading tools and formatting reports. This course will be taught on an IBM/PC compatible computer; for maximum benefit, students should have personal access to one. A book is included within this fee.
Fast Course Word 2010 Beg
CMP
963
0
34952
SESSIONS: 3
THU, February 23 - March 8
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
STAFF
$75
Fast Course Excel 2007-Lvl II - This next level of Excel 2007 allows you to stay on track as you gain experience without investing a lot of time and money. This class will cover managing worksheets, sizing embedded charts, sorting worksheet data, using flexible worksheet views, using illustrations with Excel, customizing templates creating digital signatures and more. This course will be taught on an IBM/PC compatible computer; for maximun benefit, students should have personal access to one. A book is included within this fee.
Fast Course Excel 2007-Lvl II
CMP
974
0
34955
SESSIONS: 3
WED, April 11 - April 25
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
STAFF
$75
Fast Course Word 07 Level II - If you enjoyed the beginning course of this Word "Fast Course" series then you will want to continue to the next level! We have some interesting topics to tackle: working with tables, creating a newsletter, building an employee policy manual, promotional brochures, research papers and many more. This course will be taught on an IBM/PC compatible computer; for maximun benefit, students should have personal access to one. A book is included within this fee.
Fast Course Word 07 Level II
CMP
975
0
34956
SESSIONS: 3
THU, April 5 - April 19
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
STAFF
$75
Basic Internet Skills - This course will cover a number of topics. Learn how to use email, use a search engine, make hotlink connections, learn discussion group basics, and how to cut and paste between word processing software, email, and the web.
Basic Internet Skills
CMP
980
2
34808
SESSIONS: 1
THU, February 23
6:30 pm - 8:15 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom
Donald LaPlante
$0
Keeping Your Computer Safe - Learn how to recognize security threats, distinguish internet hazards, and generally protect computers while using the internet. Topics will include Malware, pop-ups, antivirus software, anti-malware software, using the internet wisely, best email practices, software updates and backup of critical data.
Keeping Your Computer Safe
CMP
982
2
34877
SESSIONS: 1
MON, March 5
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom
John Linhorst
$0
Basic Computer Skills - This course will cover the basic skills required for anyone to be able to use a personal computer.
Basic Computer Skills
CMP
986
1
34817
SESSIONS: 1
THU, February 16
6:30 pm - 8:15 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom
Alicia Lundstrom
$0
Basic Computer Skills
CMP
986
4
34820
SESSIONS: 1
TUE, March 6
6:30 pm - 8:15 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom
Alicia Lundstrom
$0
Identify&Select Broadband ISP - There are many ways one can gain access to a fast Internet connection. Not all technologies are well known. This course will discuss the basics of different local options and list advantages and disadvantages of each. It will provide a list of local broadband providers and help you measure the speed of your current internet connection.
Identify&Select Broadband ISP
CMP
987
0
34822
SESSIONS: 1
THU, March 1
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom
Allan Wamsley
$0
Microsoft Word Basics - This class will introduce participants to the basics of word processing, using Microsoft Word. It will teach students how to create and save documents. It will introduce word processing basics through hands-on activities. Topics to be included are:inserting and modifying text, margins, indents, line spacing, fonts and font sizes; the elements of the Word window, headers/footers, and automatic page numbering.
Microsoft Word Basics
CMP
993
3
34829
SESSIONS: 1
THU, March 8
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom
Allan Wamsley
$0
Microsoft Word Basics
CMP
993
4
34830
SESSIONS: 1
TUE, March 27
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom
Allan Wamsley
$0
HISTORY
Beginning Genealogy - Properly chart your family history research while learning how to use worksheets common to genealogy. Discover where to look for more information on your ancestors through local, regional, and national resources. Charts, forms, and worksheets will be provided. 5.0 Contact Hours .5 CEU's
Beginning Genealogy
HIS
904
1
34870
SESSIONS: 2
TUE, February 28 - March 6
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, Multi-Purpose
Carole Goggin
$29
Mak T Most O Y Cemetery Visit - Travel through time with headstones; study the materials used and the meainings of the headstone pictures. See what to look for regarding abandoned cemeteries and hear useful tips and hints to make the most of your next cemetery visit. A headstone rubbing session will follow. 2.0 Contact Hours .2 CEU's
Mak T Most O Y Cemetery Visit
HIS
955
0
34873
SESSIONS: 1
TUE, February 21
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, Multi-Purpose
Carole Goggin
$12
Using Maps & Land Rec I F H R - You will be introduced to a variety of maps and various land records. You will acquire an understanding of how to read land record deeds and how to locate the described parcel on a map. Being able to point to the place where the family lived will bring another dimension to an important area in your family history research. 2.0 Contact Hours .2 CEU's
Using Maps & Land Rec I F H R
HIS
956
0
34874
SESSIONS: 1
THU, March 29
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
Carole Goggin
$15
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Weatherization Tech - Level 2 - This course is designed to assist individuals in the demonstration of knowledge of program guidelines and the ability to implement typical weatherization measures. These measures will include: duct sealing/ insulation, attic insulation and air sealing, installation of dense-pack sidewall insulation, window pane repair, installation of weather stripping, aligning pressure and thermal boundaries, mechanical ventilation, insulation of basements, crawl spaces, windows and doors. 20 Contact Hours 2.0 CEU's
Weatherization Tech - Level 2
PD1
976
0
34974
SESSIONS: 4
TUE,WED,THU,FRI, March 6 - March 9
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
Jim Mikel
$425
Weatherization Crew Leader - This course is designed to assist individuals in leading a crew of weatherization professionals, including the technical and supervisory skills required to lead a home audit. 15 Contact Hours 1.5 CEU's
Weatherization Crew Leader
PD1
977
0
34975
SESSIONS: 3
TUE,WED,THU, May 1 - May 3
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
Jim Mikel
$425
Energy Related Mold & Moisture - You will gain knowledge of molds and moisture, and develop the skills to test and prevent its development. An emphasis is placed on learning the dangers of mold; to assist with educating the homeowner and community regarding mold. This training course has been developed for new energy auditors and weatherization teams, employees of contractors, utility company employees, and Missouri State personnel that work with the general public; licensed plumbers, electricians, and HVAC personnel, as well as current certified auditors and weatherization professionals. 8 Contact Hours .8 CEU's
Energy Related Mold & Moisture
PD1
978
0
34980
SESSIONS: 1
THU, February 2
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
Jim Mikel
$149
Energy Related Mold & Moisture
PD1
978
1
34981
SESSIONS: 1
THU, March 1
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
Jim Mikel
$149
Energy Related Mold & Moisture
PD1
978
2
34982
SESSIONS: 1
THU, April 5
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
Jim Mikel
$149
BPI Envelope Pro Training - The BPI Envelope Professional Training program is the next step for every experienced energy auditor to take. The Envelope Professional course builds upon the knowledge gained through initial BPI Building Analyst certification and the experience a new energy auditor gains. The course teaches advanced building shell and duct leakage assessment techniques including: thermal imaging, zone pressure testing and duct blaster use. The course includes three days of field and classroom training and two days of written and field testing.
BPI Envelope Pro Training
PD1
980
0
34983
SESSIONS: 5
MON,TUE,WED,THU,FRI, April 23 - April 27,
MON,TUE,WED,THU,FRI, April 23 - April 27
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm,
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
STAFF
$1599
OSHA 10-Hour Safety Training - OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Awareness Training. This course is ideal for supervisors with safety and health responsibilities, and for employee safety and health awareness. Students will be introduced to OSHA policies, procedures and standards as well as general industry safety and health principles. Special emphasis will be placed on areas most hazardous using OSHA standards as a guide. Upon successful course completion, the student will receive a OSHA general industry safety, and Health 10-hour course completion card.
OSHA 10-Hour Safety Training
PRO
994
1
34977
SESSIONS: 2
TUE,WED, March 20 - March 21
8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, SMART Classroom (Continuing Ed)
STAFF
$129
RECREATION
Tae Kwon Do - Improve coordination, attention span, and gain personal discipline in a fun atmosphere. Learn Tae Kwon Do in a safe, controlled, family-oriented environment. NOTE: Information about a uniform required for this course will be provided during the first session.
Tae Kwon Do
REC
919
6
34887
SESSIONS: 12
WED, January 25 - April 18
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, Gymnasium
Perry Simmons
$99
Yoga - Develop a mind, body, and spirit connection and awaken yourself to a more relaxed and efficient lifestyle. This class will include the theory of Yoga and Pilates, plus exercises, breathing techniques, and meditation practices to improve your health. NOTE: Wear loose clothing and bring drinking water and an exercise mat.
Yoga
REC
939
0
34985
SESSIONS: 8
WED, February 29 - April 25
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, Multi-Purpose
Yvonne Rill
$55
Tae Kwon Do-Ages 8-16 - Self-discipline and coordination help teens and preteens gain confidence. Tae Kwon Do (Korean Karate) is taught in a safe, controlled, family-oriented environment. NOTE: Information about a uniform required for this course will be provided during the first session.
Tae Kwon Do-Ages 8-16
REC
806
6
34885
SESSIONS: 12
WED, January 25 - April 18
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, Gymnasium
Perry Simmons
$99
Tae Kwon Do-Ages 5-7 - Is your child one who watches TV martial arts characters and tries to do what they do or whose energy needs to be channeled into something useful? Tae Kwon Do classes, designed specifically for the younger student, focus on Tae Kwon Do techniques that improve coordination, attention span, and discipline in a fun atmosphere. The lead instructors are parents and black belts who are highly experienced in teaching martial arts for many years. NOTE: Information about a uniform required for this course will be provided during the first session.
Tae Kwon Do-Ages 5-7
REC
812
6
34886
SESSIONS: 12
WED, January 25 - April 18
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Jefferson College Northwest, Gymnasium
Perry Simmons
$49