Richland Summer 2008 Continuing Education Schedule by richlandcollege

SUMMER 2008 COURSE CATALOG

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CONTINUING EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

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Skills Matter!

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YOUR TRAINING SOURCE CONTINUING EDUCATION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Skills matter in a tight job market. Supervisory Skills and Personal Performance Training Richland Corporate Services is pleased to announce a new partnership with VisionPoint®, a leading provider of training in ethics and compliance, leadership and personal performance. VisionPoint programs can help your company promote ethical conduct, professional behavior, diversity and culture in the workplace. Richland continues to be a leading provider of skills training from AchieveGlobal® and Development Dimensions International® (DDI) offering over 100 modules in leadership, customer service, teambuilding, and essential work skills. This world class training can be delivered affordably at your location by professional facilitators on a schedule that meets your needs. See page 57. Skills Certification in 28 Professional Ways In a tightly competitive job market, skills certification can set you apart from the crowd. Richland can prepare you for 28 different professional certifications. Advance your current skills to a higher level through certification. See listing on this page. Skills for a New Career in Health Professions Richland offers eleven health professions certificate programs, including Pharmacy Technician, Medical Assisting, and Medical Practice Manager to prepare you for high-demand jobs in health care. We offer the ACPE-approved IV Technician certification course for certified, registered pharmacy technicians and a new certificate for pre-pharmacy majors. See pages 17-27. Skills for Mature Workers Is it time for a career change? Are you thinking about a new direction rather than retirement? Richland’s new Boomers Re-Boot program will help you reinvent yourself pre- and post-retirement. See page 52. We’re your preferred training source. Call Richland College today at 972-238-6144 or visit us at http://www.richlandcollege.edu.

Be More Competitive Earn Certification Credentials Health Professions Careers CMA N Certified Medical Assistant CPhT N Certified Pharmacy Technician: Community Pharmacy Institutional Pharmacy CMM-A N Medical Practice Manager Medication Aide Certificate Certified Phlebotomy Technician Health Unit Coordinator Certificate Medical Office Technology Certificate Medical Office Transcription Certificate CPC N Ins. Coding & Billing for the Med. Office Cert. ACPE Approved IV Tech Certificate Information Technology Careers A+ Certified Computer Service Technician AutoCAD CCNA, CCNP N Cisco Certified Training IT Project+ Basic Project Management Certification MCDBA, MCP, MCSA, MCSE N Microsoft Authorized Training MCP N Microsoft Certified Professional Network+ Networking Professional PMP N Project Management Professional Sun Solaris™ Systems Administrator

Easy Ways to Register!

Online

Go to http://www.richlandcollege.edu and click on the eConnect tab. Follow the links to Continuing Ed/Workforce Training Student class registration.

In Person

Walk-in registration is available at the Continuing Education registration counter in Thunderduck Hall.

Telephone

Call 972-238-6144 and have your credit card information handy.

U.S. Mail

Send your completed registration form, and enclose a check, money order or credit card information. Mail to: Richland College Continuing Education 12800 Abrams Road Dallas, TX 75243-2199 Methods of Payment Cash, checks, money orders, credit card, and bank debit cards are accepted. Checks should be made payable to Richland College. All checks must have valid driver’s license number, date of birth and daytime phone number of the person signing the check. Sorry, we do not accept temporary checks.

Authorized Prometric Testing Center at Richland College Complete your certification testing at our Authorized Prometric Testing Center, located in Thunderduck Hall, room T216. Center Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:30 am - 10:00 pm Saturday: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm Sunday: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Walk in to register or call 972-761-6800.

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Computer Training Institute

Programming Computer Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Vendor Neutral, Vendor Specific, Vendor Authorized Training CAD: Computer-Aided Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Project Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 CompTIA, Linux/UNIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Authorized Prometric Testing Center info . . . . . . .13 Cisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Sun Solaris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Microsoft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Certificates, Programs and Classes Human Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Small Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Online Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Online Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accounting classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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International Business & Trade . . . . . . . . .40 Real Estate

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Alternative Certification for Teachers

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Professional Development Skills Training Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Personal Development GED Preparation in English and Spanish, College Entrance Exam Prep, Career Assessment Services, Career Services . . . .45

Health Professions Eleven Certificate Programs Medical Assisting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Medical Practice Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Health Unit Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Medical Office Transcription . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Medical Office Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Insurance Claims Coding & Billing for the Med. Ofc. .22 Phlebotomy Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Medication Aide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Community Pharmacy Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Community Pharmacy Technician Certificate for Pre-Pharmacy Majors NEW! . . . . . .24 ACPE Approved IV Technician Certificate NEW! . . . .25 Institutional Pharmacy Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

The Arts Photography Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Studio Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Music, Creative Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Sports & Fitness Fitness Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Emeritus Program for 50 and older info . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Boomers Re-Boot! Baby Boomer Lifestyle classes NEW! . . . . . . . . . .52

Community Career Planning, Defensive Driving, Dog Obedience .53

Language Training Institute English as a Second Language/ Workplace Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Business Communications, Workplace Development Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Foreign Language Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Foreign Language Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

LANGUAGE, THE ARTS

Internet and Multimedia Web Developer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Multimedia Developer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Graphic Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Business & Management

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Corporate Services

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SELECTED PHOTOGRAPHY I JOHN POLLOCK DESIGN AND PRODUCTION I PATRICIA BENTER

BUSINESS, FITNESS

Thirteen Certifications, Certificates and Series Computer Basics and Productivity Computer Basics, Customer Service Skills . . . . . . .4 Home-Based Business Computing, In a Day classes .5 Microsoft Office Suite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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TABLE OF CONTENTS I SUMMER 2008

Richland College

GENERAL INFORMATION

SUMMER 2008

Age Minimum Continuing Education/Workforce Development courses are designed for an adult audience of 18 years or older. Some courses are designed for a younger audience; these classes are the only exceptions to the age restriction. Students under the age of 18 are required to have a Health Waiver form on file before attending class. For further information, please contact Continuing Education at 972-238-6005.

Books and Supplies Supply lists are available at the Continuing Education registration counter. The following bookstore is located on campus but is not owned or operated by Richland: Follett Bookstore (El Paso Hall - E080) 972-231-7315 and online at efollett.com Summer hours: Monday-Tuesday Wednesday-Thursday

7:45 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7:45 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Friday 7:45 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

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Friday F Saturday S Sunday Sun

Class Locations Most Continuing Education/Workforce Development courses meet on Richland’s campus. Others meet in convenient locations and are noted in the catalog or online through eCampus. RC Richland College • 12800 Abrams Rd. • Dallas 75243

Financial Aid Texas Public Education Grants (TPEG) are available to individuals based on need, to take career or occupational-related courses. Applications are available at the Continuing Education registration counter. Grants are awarded for tuition only.

Holiday Closure Dates The college will be closed on the following dates: May 26 – Memorial Day Holiday July 4 – Independence Day

Refunds A 100% refund is given if you make the request prior to the first day of the scheduled class (i.e. by the close of business on the day preceding the first day of class). An 80% refund is given if you drop the class by the end of business on the day of the second class meeting. If the class meets only twice the class must be dropped before the second class meeting for the 80% refund. To drop a course, call 972-238-6144 or come by the Continuing Education registration counter located in Thunderduck Hall. Refunds may take up to 30 days. Refund checks are mailed to students at the address on file in the Accounting Services office. Students who pay by credit card will have their accounts credited. Continuing Education/Workforce Development reserves the right to change instructors after the catalog printing. Such changes are not grounds for a refund. Enrollment in a series constitutes one class with respect to the refund policy.

Richland College Alumni Association

Every effort is made to list current class locations, rooms and meeting times in this publication. However, when you register please check your fee receipt for current class locations.

To become a member of the Richland College Alumni Association, call 972-238-6194 for more information or come by Richland College Information Services in the Alamito Building.

C.E.U.

Smoking Policy

Continuing Education Units are recognized nationally as a measure of substantive in-service education and training. Certificates of completion are issued at the conclusion of vocationally related courses to students who successfully complete the required coursework. Completion is based on a minimum of 90% attendance and/or a performance evaluation. Calculations of CEUs are based on one tenth of the total hours of the course.

Class Cancellation Every effort will be made to notify you by phone when a class is cancelled and you may elect to transfer your payment to another class or receive a 100% refund. Refunds are processed automatically and may take up to 30 days to receive.

Changes … …of class dates, times, locations, format and instructors sometimes must be made due to unforeseeable circumstances. Check your fee receipt, or check our website for the most up-to-date course information: www.richlandcollege.edu. Or call Richland’s registration at 972-238-6144.

Concurrent Enrollment Students may be enrolled in identified credit programs on a non-credit enrollment basis. Concurrent enrollment students earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) rather than college credit for attending class and are expected to complete all required assignments and testing. Continuing Education seats are limited in concurrent classes.

Continuous Improvement

GENERAL INFO

information is released upon written inquiry. No telephone inquiries are acknowledged; all requests must be made in person. No transcript or academic record is released without the written consent from the student, except as specified by law.

Our goal is to provide you with the highest quality service and instruction. Our commitment to quality is driven by your satisfaction and we value your comments and suggestions. Please contact us at 972-238-6144 or at www.richlandcollege.edu.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, the College may release information classified as “directory information” to the general public without the written consent of the student. Directory information includes student’s: 1) name, 2) address, 3) telephone number, 4) email addresses, 5) weight and height of members of athletic teams, 6) participation in officially recognized activities and sports, 7) dates of attendance, 8) educational institution most recently attended, and 9) other similar information, including major field of study and degrees and awards received. A student may request that all or any part of the directory information be withheld from the public by giving written notice to the C.E. Registrar’s Office. If no request is filed, directory

2 I INFORMATION

Richland College is a smoke-free/tobacco-free campus except in specially designated locations on campus. The sale of tobacco products is not permitted. Smoking and the use of other tobacco products are not permitted in campus buildings, open areas, parking lots except in personal vehicles, sidewalks leading to campus from the parking lots, or non-designated smoking areas. Designated smoking areas are identified with appropriate signs indicating where smoking is permitted.

Transcript Request Requests for an official CEU transcript can be made in person at the Continuing Education registration counter during regular business hours, or by calling 972-238-6144. Transcripts may serve as validation of successful completion of Continuing Education/Workforce Development courses. Please note there is no charge for a CEU transcript.

Tuition Changes In fall 2005, the Dallas County Community Colleges started charging higher tuition to students who register for a third or subsequent time for a course. This change applies to the majority of continuing education and workforce development courses taken at any of the Dallas County Community Colleges since fall 2002. Developmental Studies and some other courses are not charged a higher tuition rate. To view a list of courses that are not included in the higher tuition rate and a cross-listing of courses where one course equates to another for this purpose, please go to http://www.dcccd.edu/thirdcourseattempt/.

WECM The Workforce Education Course Manual is the state inventory of the workforce education courses for public two year colleges. It contains a generic catalog of course descriptions and specifies for each course, a minimum and maximum number of contact hours, number of semester credit hours or continuing education units, and minimum learning outcomes. The purpose of WECM is to provide flexibility in responding to employer needs, promote career advancement, enhance portability of credit and credentials for students, and contribute to the quality and consistency of workforce courses. WECM course titles and descriptions are listed in Richland’s official C.E. Course Schedule on the Web: www.richlandcollege.edu. Continuing Education

Office Hours:

Mon.–Thurs. Friday Saturday

8:30am - 7:00pm 8:30am - 5:00pm 9:00am - 1:30pm

Your Training Source

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REGISTRATION

12800 Abrams Road Dallas, TX 75243-2199 972-238-6144 fax 972-238-6149

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Richland College

Keyboarding I

COMPUTER

Computer Basics

POFT 1010* Hours: 24 $75 Learn or improve your computer skills by becoming more proficient and accurate on the keyboard! This class includes 12 instructor led and 12 lab hours.

Overview These courses provide a solid foundation, or help you refresh or upgrade your skills. IC3 Vouchers Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) Test Preparation courses include appropriate test vouchers. More information Call Judy: 972-238-6069

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Customer Service Skills: Help Desk ITSC 1044 Hours: 16 $99 This course is designed to provide individuals interested in the field of customer support the fundamental concepts for the operation of a help desk or call center.

Keyboarding II Computer Essentials I ITSC 1010* Hours: 20 $120 Prerequisite: Keyboarding I. Learn the essentials of the computer system and architecture, hardware and software. Course includes 16 instructor led and 4 lab hours.

Computer Essentials II ITSC 1006* Hours: 20 $120 Prerequisite: Comp. Ess. I, Keyboarding I or typing speed of 20 wpm. Learn Windows through this project intensive introductory course. Course includes 16 instructor led and 4 lab hours.

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # 494786 494783 494828 494781 494777 494784 494830 494782 494787 494780 494913 494832 494894 494898 494901 494902 494904 494993 494997 499179

Section 84004 84001 84002 84003 84005 84001 84002 84003 84004 84005 84006 84004 84001 84002 84003 84004 84005 84003 84004 84001

Title Keyboarding I Keyboarding I Keyboarding I Keyboarding I Keyboarding I Keyboarding II Keyboarding II Keyboarding II Keyboarding II Keyboarding II Keyboarding I in Spanish Keyboarding I in Spanish Computer Essentials I Computer Essentials I Computer Essentials II Computer Essentials II Computer Essentials II Internet Essentials I Internet Essentials I Customer Service Skills: Help Desk

4 I COMPUTER BASICS

POFT 1093* Hours: 24 $75 Prerequisite: Keyboarding I or keyboarding speed of 20 wpm. Improve speed and accuracy. This class includes 12 classroom and 12 lab hours.

Keyboarding in Spanish POFT 1010 Hours: 16 $75 Comienza tú habilidad de entrenamiento en la computadora. Aprende mecanografía.

Internet Essentials I ITNW 1007* Hours: 20 $120 Prerequisite: Computer Essentials II. Learn how to connect to the net, use E-mail; perform basic research; select an ISP (Internet Service Provider); and use MS Internet Explorer browser and search engines to surf the net. Course includes 16 instructor led and 4 lab hours.

Text and 3.5 inch diskette or USB Flash drive (slim line) required for all classes.

Days S MWF TTh Sun TTh MWF TTh Sun S TTh S S MW S TTh TTh TTh TTh F S

Hours 9:00am-12:00pm 9:00am-11:00am 5:00pm-7:00pm 1:00pm-4:00pm 9:00am-11:00am 9:00am-11:00am 5:00pm-7:00pm 1:00pm-4:00pm 9:00am-12:00pm 9:00am-11:00am 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm 7:15pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 9:00am-1:00pm

Dates 7/5-7/26 6/2-6/13 6/3-6/19 6/8-6/29 7/8-7/24 6/2-6/13 6/3-6/19 6/8-6/29 7/5-7/26 7/8-7/24 6/21-7/12 8/2-8/23 6/9-6/18 8/2-8/23 6/3-6/17 6/3-6/19 6/24-7/8 6/19-7/1 6/20-7/18 8/2-8/23

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 24/4 RC 24/5 RC 24/6 RC 24/4 RC 24/6 RC 24/5 RC 24/6 RC 24/6 RC 24/4 RC 24/6 RC 16/4 RC 16/4 RC 20/4 RC 20/4 RC 20/5 RC 20/5 RC 20/5 RC 20/4 RC 20/4 RC 16/4 RC

Rm. T223 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T223 T214 T227 T227 TBA TBA T227 T222

Fee $75 $75 $75 $75 $75 $75 $75 $75 $75 $75 $75 $75 $120 $120 $120 $120 $120 $120 $120 $99

Instructor Windham Lockwood Farrell Windham Lockwood Lockwood Farrell Windham Windham Lockwood Ramirez Ramirez Lockwood Staff Lockwood Farrell Davenport Lockwood Staff Staff

*See our website for WECM course title and description: www.richlandcollege.edu

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Course # 494916 494920 494981 494985

Section 84001 84002 84002 84003

Title PC Maintenance: Hardware PC Maintenance: Hardware PC Maintenance: Software PC Maintenance: Software

Days S S S S

Hours 8:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5:30pm

PC Maintenance: Hardware

PC Maintenance: Software

CPMT 1000* Hours: 8 $75 This hands on course covers how to install upgrade hardware devices on your personal computer. Topics discussed include installing new video cards, sound cards, memory, and hard disk drives; it will also show you how to update programs that run your hardware.

ITSC 2036* Hours: 8 $75 This course covers installing computer software upgrades and patches. Other topics in this highly hands-on interactive course include installing a new operating system on home computers using the system restore functionality of your computer software.

Complete One Class in One Day! Course # 494672 494682 494714 494900 494906 494946 494957 494976

Section 84004 84005 84006 84003 84001 84001 84002 84004

Title Access I In a Day Access II In a Day Access III In a Day Computer Essentials I in a Day Computer Essentials II in a Day Excel I in a Day Excel II in a Day Excel III in a Day

Microsoft Office Suite Section 84001 84002 84003 84003 84002 84004 84003 84004 84005 84002 84003 84004 84003 84004 84005 84001 84002 84003

Title Access I Access I Access I Access II Access II Access II Access III Access III Access III Excel I Excel I Excel I Excel II Excel II Excel II Excel III Excel III Excel III

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 8/1 RC 8/1 RC 8/1 RC 8/1 RC

Rm. T220 T220 T220 T220

Fee $75 $75 $75 $75

Instructor Davenport Davenport Davenport Davenport

Text and USB Flash drive (slim line) required for all classes.

Days S S S S S S S S

Hours 8:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5:00pm 8:30am-5:00pm

Dates 8/9 8/16 8/23 6/7 6/14 7/19 7/26 8/2

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 8/1 RC 8/1 RC 8/1 RC 8/1 RC 8/1 RC 8/1 RC 8/1 RC 8/1 RC

Rm. T214 T214 T220 T214 T214 T220 T220 T220

Fee $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

Instructor Boyd Boyd Boyd Staff Davenport Boyd Boyd Boyd

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SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # 494664 494667 494671 494676 494677 494679 494687 494684 494688 494939 494941 494944 494950 494952 494954 494959 494961 494975

Dates 6/21 7/12 6/28 7/19

Text and USB Flash drive (slim line) required for all classes.

Days MW MW TTh MW MW TTh MW MW TTh MW MW TTh MW MW TTh MW MW TTh

*See our website for WECM course title and description: www.richlandcollege.edu

Hours 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm

Dates 7/28-7/30 7/28-7/30 8/5-8/7 8/4-8/6 8/4-8/6 8/12-8/14 8/11-8/13 8/11-8/13 8/19-8/21 6/16-6/18 7/7-7/9 7/15-7/17 6/23-6/25 7/14-7/16 7/22-7/24 6/30-7/2 7/21-7/23 7/29-7/31

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC

Rm. T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227 T227

Fee $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

Instructor King Beckham Tyner King Beckham Tyner King Beckham Tyner Beckham King Tyner Beckham King Tyner Beckham King Tyner

COMPUTER BASICS I 5

COMPUTER

Home-Based Business Computing

Richland College

COMPUTER

Microsoft Office Suite Program Description Microsoft Office® – Access, Excel, PowerPoint and Word – is a series of classes presented in both short and long day format to give students the “basics” in a fast track, hands-on, low stress environment. The classes support a variety of roles in the workforce using word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software. These courses can be taken by anyone – a computer novice or computer professional who wants to improve their skills on various software applications. Length of Training Students can expect to complete the business application classes within one semester by attending day, evening and weekend classes. Prerequisites Keyboarding or typing skills of at least 20 wpm Computer Essentials I and II or equivalent knowledge

Financial Aid Financial aid is available for some Continuing Education programs. Please stop by, call or email for more information. Financial Aid office: Thunderduck Hall, Room T130

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RELATED COURSES

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Visit our website:

richlandcollege.edu http/ /www

972-238-6188 or -6187

E-mail: rlcFAVA@dcccd.edu You may also pick up a Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG) application at the Continuing Education registration counter in Thunderduck Hall, or visit our website at www.richlandcollege.edu/finaid.

More information Please contact Judy: 972-238-6069, or email JudyG@dcccd.edu

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008

Text and USB Flash drive (slim line) required for all classes.

Course # Section Title Days Hours Dates Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm. Fee Instructor MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE, CONTINUED 494910 84001 MS Office 2007 F 8:30am-12:30pm 6/20-8/1 24/6 RC T227 $150 Boyd 494842 84002 MS Office 2007 TTh 6:00pm-10:00pm 7/8-7/24 24/6 RC T214 $150 Boyd 494843 84003 MS Office 2007 TTh 6:00pm-10:00pm 8/5-8/21 24/6 RC T227 $150 Staff 494844 84004 MS Office 2007 MWF 6:00pm-10:00pm 8/11-8/22 24/6 RC TBA $150 Staff 495002 84001 PowerPoint I S/Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm 8/2-8/3 8/2 RC T214 $99 Windham 495006 84002 PowerPoint I TTh 6:00pm-10:00pm 8/5-8/7 8/2 RC T227 $99 Farrell 495007 84003 PowerPoint I MW 8:30am-12:30pm 8/18-8/20 8/2 RC T227 $99 King 500899 84004 Powerpoint I MW 6:00pm-10:00pm 8/18-8/20 8/2 RC T227 $99 Farrell 495008 84002 PowerPoint II S/Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm 8/9-8/10 8/2 RC T214 $99 Windham 495009 84003 PowerPoint II TTh 6:00pm-10:00pm 8/12-8/14 8/2 RC T227 $99 Farrell 495025 84004 PowerPoint II MW 8:30am-12:30pm 8/25-8/27 8/2 RC T227 $99 King 495010 84005 Powerpoint II MW 6:00pm-10:00pm 8/25-8/27 8/2 RC T227 $99 Farrell 495030 84003 Publisher Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm 6/22-7/13 16/4 RC T214 $120 Davenport 495033 84004 Publisher TTh 6:00pm-10:00pm 7/29-8/7 16/4 RC T214 $120 Davenport 495113 84001 Word I MW 8:30am-12:30pm 6/16-6/18 8/2 RC T227 $99 King 495120 84002 Word I TTh 6:00pm-10:00pm 6/24-6/26 8/2 RC T227 $99 Davenport 495121 84003 Word I MW 6:00pm-10:00pm 7/7-7/9 8/2 RC T227 $99 Farrell 495123 84004 Word I S/Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm 7/12-7/13 8/2 RC T227 $99 Windham 495129 84002 Word II MW 8:30am-12:30pm 6/23-6/25 8/2 RC T227 $99 King 495131 84003 Word II TTh 6:00pm-10:00pm 7/1-7/3 8/2 RC T227 $99 Davenport 495132 84004 Word II MW 6:00pm-10:00pm 7/14-7/16 8/2 RC T227 $99 Farrell 495133 84005 Word II S/Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm 7/19-7/20 8/2 RC T227 $99 Windham 495134 84003 Word III MW 8:30am-12:30pm 6/30-7/2 8/2 RC T227 $99 King 495136 84004 Word III TTh 6:00pm-10:00pm 7/8-7/10 8/2 RC T227 $99 Davenport 495138 84005 Word III MW 6:00pm-10:00pm 7/21-7/23 8/2 RC T227 $99 Farrell 495140 84006 Word III S/Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm 7/26-7/27 8/2 RC T227 $99 Windham OFFICE SUITE CLASSES IN SPANISH Se requiere un libro de texto y un disquete de 3.5 para las tres clases de introduccin a la computación. 495053 84006 Introduccion de Computadores, Part I S 9:00am-12:30pm 7/19-8/30 24/7 RC T229 $99 Ramirez

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Web Developer Learn basic Web design and gain knowledge in domain names, hosting companies, shopping carts and much more. Website 101: Saturdays, Rm. T223, 8:30am–12:30pm, $99, 8 hrs./2 sess. Choose: June 14 & 21: 510109 • 84002 –or– July 19 & 26: 510110 • 84003

RELATED COURSES

Computer Basics, pgs. 4-6 Basics of Programming, pg. 10

Job Description Web designers work in concert with a team to bring websites to life by implementing dynamic visual content. Using effective design and purposeful navigation, Web Developers are expected to deliver fresh and exciting content to a growing audience. As the Web increasingly becomes an environment for entertainment and interactivity, Web Developers must meet today’s demands.

Course # 494728 494730 494886 494907 494909 494978 494980 494983 494984 494986 494989 494991 494766 494988 494992 494995 495000

Section 84001 84002 84003 84003 84001 84001 84002 84001 84002 84003 84004 84005 84001 84001 84003 84002 84004

Prerequisites Keyboarding on the PC Computer Essentials I & II Internet Essentials I Introduction to Digital Imaging Basics of Programming (for Programming specialization) More information For a list of classes needed to complete this program Please contact Judy: 972-238-6069, or email JudyG@dcccd.edu

Training This program features hands-on training that is project-oriented to give you skills you can immediately apply. Students can expect to complete the program in a minimum of two semesters by attending day, evening and/or weekend classes.

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008

COMPUTER

Certificate How to Build a Website

Text and USB Flash drive (slim line) required for all classes.

Title ASP.Net I ASP.Net II Cascading Style Sheets Dreamweaver I Dreamweaver II Flash I Flash II HTML I HTML I HTML II HTML II Illustrator Introduction to Digital Imaging Photoshop I (Mac) Photoshop I (PC) Photoshop II (Mac) Photoshop II (PC)

Days S/Sun S/Sun TTh S S S S TTh S TTh S F S S/Sun MWF S/Sun MWF

Hours 1:00pm-5:00pm 1:00pm-5:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-5:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-5:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 1:00pm-5:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 1:00pm-5:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm

Dates 6/21-6/29 7/5-7/13 8/12-8/21 7/5-7/26 8/2-8/23 7/12-7/26 8/2-8/16 6/3-6/12 6/7-6/14 6/17-6/26 6/21-6/28 7/11-8/15 6/7-6/28 7/5-7/27 7/14-7/30 8/2-8/24 8/4-8/20

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 16/4 RC 16/4 RC 16/4 RC 16/4 RC 16/4 RC 20/3 RC 20/3 RC 16/4 RC 16/2 RC 16/4 RC 16/2 RC 24/6 RC 16/4 RC 32/8 RC 32/8 RC 32/8 RC 32/8 RC

Rm. T225 T225 T214 T248 T248 T214 T214 T214 T214 T214 T214 T251 T251 T251 T214 T251 T214

Fee $180 $180 $135 $195 $195 $195 $195 $135 $135 $135 $135 $150 $140 $250 $250 $250 $250

Instructor Lehr Lehr Brady Staff Staff Brady Brady Cooper Brady Cooper Brady Tracy Tracy Tracy Cooper Tracy Cooper

Prepare yourself with the basic skills for employment at a Help Desk or a Call Center with these courses:

Customer Service Skills: Help Desk, pg. 4

Keyboarding I, pg. 4

Internet Essentials, pg. 4

Computer Essentials II (Intro to Vista), pg. 4

MS Office 2007, pg. 5-6

PC Hardware, PC Software, pg. 5

PC Small Network/Security, (coming Fall, 2008)

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Richland College

Multimedia Developer COMPUTER

Specialization Overview Multimedia is the use of text, pictures, graphics, animation, audio and video to deliver Web, CD-ROM or disk-based information. Coursework concentrations in Internet Communications, Multimedia Developer and Visual Design are offered. Internet communications trains you in creating functional websites and Web applications with knowledge of user interface design and integration of text and graphics. Multimedia developers are trained to develop cross platform applications using interactive multimedia design and programming for Internet and disk based media. Visual

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title MULTIMEDIA, CONCURRENT

designers are trained to create digital images and interactive graphics using skills in Web animations and 3-D or vector graphics that can be integrated into online documents. Length of Training Length of training varies by individual student needs. More information Please contact Judy: 972-238-6069, or email JudyG@dcccd.edu

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Grose Carter Roden Roden Carter Lum Andres Staff Hudel-Smith Flowers Dao Roden Espinosa Link Lee

The following courses are available for non-credit enrollment through Continuing Education.

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84041 84045 84045 84043 84042 84041 84043 84042 84041 84044 84045 84041 84042 84041 84043

Introduction to Multimedia: IMED 1301 TTh Introduction to Multimedia: IMED 1301 M-Th 3-D Modeling and Rendering II: ARTV 2345 MW 3-D Modeling and Rendering: ARTV 1345 MW Basic Animation: ARTV 1303 M-F Computer Illustration: ARTC 1353 Online Design Communication I: ARTC 1317 TTh Digital Imaging I: ARTC 1302 TTh Digital Imaging I: ARTC1302 MW Digital Video: ARTV 1351 MW Intro to Game Dsgn/Devleopment: GAME 1303 TTh Storyboarding: GAME 1302 M-F Web Page Design I: IMED 1316 M-F Web Page Design I: IMED 1316 MW Web Page Design II: IMED 2315 Online

5:40pm-9:50pm 9:00am-12:50pm 9:00am-12:50pm 9:00am-12:50pm 1:00pm-4:50pm 5:40pm-9:40pm 9:00am-12:50pm 5:40pm-9:50pm 9:00am-12:50pm 9:00am-12:50pm 1:00pm-4:00pm 9:00am-12:50pm 5:40pm-9:50pm

6/10-8/7 7/9-8/7 6/9-8/7 6/9-8/7 6/9-7/3 6/9-8/7 6/10-8/7 6/10-8/7 6/9-8/7 6/9-8/7 6/9-8/7 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 6/9-8/7 6/9-8/7

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RC T248 RC T252 RC T250 RC T250 RC T252 Online RC T252 RC T248 RC T250 RC T248 RC T250 RC T250 RC T252 RC T248 Online

Please see our website for full course descriptions and schedule: www.richlandcollege.edu

Multimedia Students: Open Lab The Multimedia Open Lab is available to currently enrolled Multimedia students. The lab may only be used for class projects and is available during the following hours: Mon.–Thurs.: 9:00 a.m.–9:45 p.m. Fri.: 9:00 a.m.– 4:45 p.m. Saturday: 11:00 a.m.– 4:45 p.m.

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Orientation for all classes is online only. Check the Multimedia eCampus Orientation page for information: http://www.rlc.dcccd.edu/annex/busdiv/ multimedia/info/currentevents/online_access.htm

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Graphic Design ITSW 1058* Hours: 8 In this one day course students will become more marketable as they learn how to apply Adobe Acrobat to their skill set. With Adobe Acrobat students will learn how to create documents anyone can read using Adobe PDF (Portable Document Format) file format.

Certificate

Elements of Design GRPH 1002 Hours: 8 Prereq.: Keyboarding I or typing speed of 20 wpm, Computer Essentials II, or Intro to Mac, Internet Essentials. This interactive lecture style course explores the creation of high interest visual designs for print and web that command attention. Develop the design concepts needed to meet the expectations of employers and clients.

Adobe InDesign Page Layout I GRPH 1001* Hours: 24 Prereq.: Intro to the Macintosh Computer or Comp. Essentials II. Learn to create page layouts using text and picture boxes. Instruction includes: style sheets; how to enter and import text; how to select and apply the font, style, size, leading, kerning, and tracking; how to format text with indents, tabs, drop caps, paragraph spacing, and line proportion. Text required.

Adobe InDesign Page Layout II GRPH 1051* Hours: 24 Prereq.: InDesign I. Create and produce full-featured single and multiple page layouts suitable for a variety of projects. Text required.

Section 84001 84003 84004 84003 84002

Learning Outcomes Graphic design is still the staple of the print and advertising world. Possessing and refining your two-dimensional design skills will enhance your ability to develop a strong presence in print, as well as on the Web. Length of Training Students will need to complete 100-164 hours of course work. This program provides a comprehensive foundation for 2-D graphic design, and may be completed in a minimum of two semesters by attending day, evening, and/or weekend classes. Prerequisites Intro to Macintosh or Computer Essentials II Introduction to Digital Imaging

Typography and Print Production Workshop GRPH 1096* Hours: 12 This workshop covers two distinct areas of graphic design. Typography is one of the most important skills of page layout designers. Also learn the process which converts computer output to the printed product. Learn about buying, printing, estimates and conditions, selecting paper, different kinds of printing and printing presses, color separations, ink, proofing, and bindery. Text required.

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # 494716 494717 494726 494937 495068

Career Pathways Graphic designers are a must in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s marketplace; print media is still the number one source for advertising. Graphic designers possess the skills needed in all areas of communication arts, desktop publishing, Web design, and multimedia.

Title Adobe Acrobat Adobe InDesign Page Layout I Adobe InDesign Page Layout II Elements of Design Typography and Print Production Workshop

More information For a list of classes needed to complete this program Please contact Judy: 972-238-6069, or email JudyG@dcccd.edu

RELATED COURSES

Computer Essentials, pg. 4 Intro to Digital Imaging, Photoshop, pg. 7

Text and USB Flash drive (slim line) required for all classes.

Days Sun MWF MWF MW S

Hours 1:00pm-5:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 1:00pm-5:00pm

Dates 6/8-6/15 6/13-6/25 6/27-7/11 6/9-6/11 7/19-8/2

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 8/2 RC 24/6 RC 24/6 RC 8/2 RC 12/3 RC

Rm. Fee T214 $99 T214 $175 T214 $175 T251 $99 T251 $99

Instructor Davenport Cooper Cooper Cooper Cooper

Online Class Info Sessions for Continuing Ed Learn more about our online training for Fall 2008. Mark your calendar and join us in Thunderduck Hall, Room T222 from 6:30-7:30pm: Wednesday, June 11 Tuesday, July 15 Friday, August 8

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COMPUTER

Adobe Acrobat

Richland College

COMPUTER

Computer Programming VBA Programming for Office Description Computer programmers create and develop applications for the workplace environment. Classes are taught in Visual Basic or Java, the two widely accepted workplace development tools. Jobs are available in application programming, web applications developing, and other general programming areas.

ITSE 2032 Hours: 32 Prerequisite: Introduction to Visual Basic or equivalent experience. Explore using Visual Basic for applications and learn how to create custom programs in Microsoft Office that integrate the database, mail, spreadsheet, and word processing features. Text and CDR or Flash stick required.

Prerequisites Basics of Programming, plus basic computer knowledge. Length of Training Courses can be completed with emphasis in Java or Visual Basic More information Please contact Judy: 972-238-6069, or email JudyG@dcccd.edu

Basics of Programming ITSE 1003* Hours: 20 Emphasis on the design and structure of programming, algorithm development, terminology, using a top down design methodology.

Java Programming ITSE 2032* Hours: 40 Prereq.: Basics of Programming. Begins the object oriented portion of programming with Java. Learn what an object is, how to relate to the real world, define a class, and learn how inheritance works.

JavaScript

Visual Basic.Net I

ITSE 1091 Hours: 24 Prereq.: HTML I or HTML I in a Day. JavaScript is a sophisticated scripting language used with client and server Web applications. Learn how to use JavaScript to enhance your web pages through hands-on, instructorled activities. Instruction includes: scripting basics, generating tables and windows, displaying documents in windows and frames, creating back and forward navigation buttons, creating text scroll banners, and displaying dynamically updating information. Text required.

ITSE 1042* Hours: 32 Prereq.: Intro to Visual Basic. Learn about the new .NET programming environment, namespaces, control differences and enhancements from Visual Studio 6, structured error handling, ADO.NET and web forms. Text required.

SQL ITSE 2009* Hours: 48 Prereq.: Basics of Prog. This course covers vendor-neutral SQL basics: installation and admin. of MySQL on Windows and basic SQL queries to a sample MySQL database. Text required.

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # 494883 505725 494771 495063 495077 495108 495110

Section 84001 84004 84002 84003 84003 84001 84004

Title Basics of Programming Java Programming Javascript SQL VBA Programming for Office Visual Basic.Net I Visual Basic.Net II

Visual Basic.Net II ITSE 2032 Hours: 32 Prerequisite: Visual Basic.Net II. High-level programming instruction for Visual Basic.NET including the creation of encryption of keys for forms authenticated, automation, visual inheritance, building blass modules, dynamic control creation and MDI forms. Students will have opportunities to pursue topics of class interest. Text required

RELATED COURSES

HTML, page 7

Text and USB Flash drive (slim line) required for all classes.

Days M-F TTh S MWF MWF MWF MWF

Hours 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm

Dates 6/2-6/6 6/17-7/17 6/14-7/19 6/9-7/7 8/4-8/20 7/14-7/30 8/4-8/20

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 20/5 RC 40/10 RC 24/6 RC 48/12 RC 32/8 RC 32/8 RC 32/8 RC

Rm. T225 T225 T221 T225 T225 T225 T225

Fee $145 $395 $180 $350 $250 $285 $285

Instructor Miles Miles Miles Lehr Lehr Lehr Lehr

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Computer-Aided Design Certificate

AutoCAD IV

DFTG 1014* Hours: 32 Prereq.: Keyboarding, Computer Essentials. Are you ready to learn new computer skills? In this hands-on activity intensive course you will learn the fundamentals of AutoCAD. Lab activities will explore AutoCAD features, drawing and printing, editing drawings, and dimensioning and tolerancing. Text required.

AutoCAD II DFTG 1050* Hours: 32 Prereq.: AutoCAD I. You have the basics of AutoCAD and you want to know more? In this intermediate level course you will create multiple objects with arrays; draw and edit polylines, multilines, and splines; use advanced drawing construction that includes section views, graphic patterns, external reference, assigning attributes and generating a bill of materials; perform basic 3D drawing including isometric drawing, external commands, script files, and slide shows. Text required.

AutoCAD III DFTG 1091* Hours: 24 Prereq.: AutoCAD II. Want to make AutoCAD your own? Find out about AutoCAD menu customization features and editing techniques. Topics include customizing menus (pop-down, sidebar and icon buttons), autolisp editing and creating macros, and drawing automation and setup. Text required.

DFTG 2046* Hours: 32 Prereq.: AutoCAD I-III. Looking to get the most out of AutoCAD? Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your chance to explore 3-D coordinates and constructions, user coordinate systems, model space viewports, and 3-D surface modeling techniques through project oriented activities. Participants will also edit 3-D objects, view and display 3-D models, create 3-D text and dimensioning, shade and render, and perform solid modeling construction and editing. Text required.

Section 84001 84002 84003 84002 84003 84004 84004 84001 84002

Title AutoCAD I AutoCAD I AutoCAD I AutoCAD II AutoCAD II AutoCAD II AutoCAD IV SolidWorks I SolidWorks II

Length of Training This 112-120-hour program features hands-on instruction, demonstration, lecture, and practical application of AutoCAD and SolidWorks using industry standards as a model. Students can expect to complete the program in a minimum of one semester by taking evening and weekend classes.

SolidWorks I DFTG 2004 Hours: 24 Prerequisites: AutoCAD I and II. Need to boost your knowledge in computer-aided design? SolidWorks is a parametric 3D CAD software and in this introductory course you will learn the fundamental difference between non-parametric and parametric modeling and the advantages and disadvantages of each. You will also learn how to boot the program, initiate modeling and drawing commands and transition these into inter-related, simple assemblies. Text required.

More information For a list of classes needed to complete this program please contact Judy: 972-238-6069, or email JudyG@dcccd.edu

SolidWorks II DFTG 2004 Hours: 24 Prerequisites: SolidWorks I. Want to learn more about SolidWorks? In this course you participate in activity intensive projects where you learn advanced modeling and assemblies, import/export techniques, SolidWorks and AutoCAD translators, and SolidWork and AutoCAD translators, and SolidWorks Windows interfaces. Text required.

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # 494732 494734 494736 494739 494744 494877 494882 495041 495093

Career Pathways With the rapid infusion of design software into architecture, construction, engineering, facility management, landscape design, and multimedia, many specialized career paths are now available. CAD skills are also needed to design and create programming structures, and create technical drawings and schematics to build, maintain, and manage a wide variety of structures.

Text and USB Flash drive (slim line) required for all classes.

Days TTh MWF S/Sun MWF TTh S/Sun TTh MWF MWF

*See our website for WECM course title and description: www.richlandcollege.edu

Hours 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 1:00pm-5:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 1:00pm-5:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm

Dates 6/3-6/26 6/9-6/25 6/14-7/6 6/30-7/18 7/1-7/24 7/19-8/10 7/29-8/21 7/21-8/1 8/4-8/15

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 32/8 RC 32/8 RC 32/8 RC 32/8 RC 32/8 RC 32/8 RC 32/8 RC 24/6 RC 24/6 RC

Rm. T223 T223 T223 T223 T223 T223 T223 T223 T223

Fee $240 $240 $240 $240 $240 $240 $240 $250 $250

Instructor Turner Toon McVea Toon Turner McVea McVea Toon Toon

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AutoCAD I

Richland College

Project Management COMPUTER

Certificate

Technical Writing for Project Managers

Career Pathways Project management isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just for project managers anymore. The nature of work is moving rapidly away from roles and functions to being project-oriented. Organizations are turning to project management leaders to assure that product development and production are aligned. Project management provides a proven methodology for planning, organizing, and controlling complex processes involving people and resources from diverse disciplines. Length of Training This 216-hour program delivers hands-on, project-based training in project management strategies, tools, and techniques. Students attending evening and weekend classes can expect to complete the program within a minimum of two semesters. Prerequisites Computer Essentials II Excel I Business Writing I or equivalent More information For a list of classes needed to complete this program please contact Judy: 972-238-6069, or email JudyG@dcccd.edu

Introduction to Project Management BMGT 1023* Hours: 48 This course introduces the student to project management strategies and tactics based upon the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) published by the Project Management Institute (www.pmi.org). The course explores the relationship between the five project management process groups (initiation, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, closing) and the nine project management knowledge areas (Integration, Scope, Time, Cost, Quality, Risk, Communication, Human Resources, and Procurement). The course work also emphasizes the professional ethics required of Project Managers.

ETWR 1043* Hours: 24 A course designed specifically for project managers to write various documents associated with managing complex projects. It will assist the pm in defining the audience(s) and writing with specific purpose in mind.

Visio I MS Project I and II ITSC 1022* Hours: 8 Prereqs.: Intro to Windows; Part I must be completed before Part II. Part I focuses on project basics, working with tasks, managing resources; and filtering, grouping, and sorting, Part II focuses on tracking project work, analyzing and adjusting schedules, communications, multiple projects, and customizing the Project environment.

Project Management Essentials BMGT 1040* Hours: 40 This course builds on the project management concepts from the "Introduction to Project Management" course and provides hands-on experience integrating the five process groups with the project management knowledge areas. The student will use project management strategies and tools to perform the Initiation and Planning phases to analyze and produce the components of a project plan. Work for this class accentuates the ethics of professional responsibility, the importance of project team management, and the presentation skills required for project reporting.

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # 494769 494852 494914 495027 495065 495082 495106

Section 84003 84001 84002 84003 84003 84001 84002

Title Introduction to Project Management MS Project I MS Project II Project Management Essentials Technical Writing for Project Managers Visio I Visio II

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ITSW 1050* Hours: 8 Prereqs.: Comp. Ess. I and II or equiv. knowledge and skills. Learn to use Visio, including using objects and shapes; grouping and merging shapes; creating diagrams; modifying diagrams and pages and customizing tools.

Visio II ITSW 2054* Hours: 8 Prerequisite: Visio I. Learn advanced Visio topics, including: advanced flowcharts, using formulas, controlling shape behavior, using layers, working with OLE objects, and working with linked data.

RELATED COURSES

Computer Basics, pg 4-6 CompTIA Certif., pg. 13

Text and USB Flash drive (slim line) required for all classes.

Days TTh S S TTh S TTh TTh

Hours 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 9:00am-1:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm

Dates 6/10-7/17 6/21 6/28 7/22-8/21 7/12-8/16 6/17-6/19 6/24-6/26

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 48/12 RC 8/1 RC 8/1 RC 40/8 RC 24/6 RC 8/2 RC 8/2 RC

Rm. T219 T219 T219 T219 T219 T214 T214

Fee $480 $120 $120 $480 $150 $120 $120

Instructor Bates Bates Bates Bates Staff Beckham Beckham

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CPMT 1091* Hours: 16 Prereq.: Cisco: IT Essentials. Test individual knowledge and skills in all subject areas covered on the actual A+ Certification exam. Take practice exams and discover areas of strength and areas for review. Text and USB flash drive required.

Cisco: IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software CPMT 1005 Hours: 112 An in-depth exposure to computer hardware and operating systems as well as suggested best practices in maintenance and safety issues. Through hands on-activities and labs, students learn how to assemble and configure a computer, install operating systems and software, and troubleshoot problems. An introduction to networking is included. Students will be prepared to take CompTIA’s A+ exam. Text and USB flash drive required.

CompTIA certifications are the recognized industry standards for foundation-level information technology (IT) skills. Many of these certifications are electives or prerequisites toward advanced certifications, such as Microsoft’s MCSA, MCSE and Cisco’s CCNA. Certification training for A+ and Network+ is available at Richland College, Continuing Education. As technology changes so does the role of the computer support professional. As a result of these changes, CompTIA has updated the A+ exams to reflect technology and the role of the IT technician. The new exam offerings are listed below. (For more detailed information go to www.comptia.com and a+ certification.)

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CompTIA A+ 220-602 exam – targets individuals who work in mobile, corporate technical environment with face-to-face interaction with individuals. CompTIA A+ 603 exam – targets individuals who are currently or intend to work in a remote-based environment where all areas of technical support are emphasized. CompTIA A+ 604 exam – targets individuals who are currently or intend to work in a hardware related environment.

More information Please contact Judy: 972-238-6069, or email JudyG@dcccd.edu

CompTIA A+ Essentials

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CompTIA A+ Essentials exam – validates the basic skills in computer hardware and operating systems needed for any entry-level position in IT.

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CompTIA A+ 220-603 exam

CompTIA A+ 220-602 exam

CompTIA A+ 220-604 exam

A+ Certified

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SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section COMPTIA 494662 84003 494890 84004 UNIX 495071 84005

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A+ Test Review M-Th Cisco: IT Essentials I: PC Hardware & Software M-Th

6:00pm-10:00pm 7/28-7/31 6:00pm-10:00pm 6/9-7/28

16/4 RC T220 $190 112/28 RC T220 $595

Davenport Savage

UNIX Operating System

6:00pm-10:00pm 6/23-7/11

32/8 RC T221 $250

Tovar

MWF

UNIX Center Hours: M–F: 9:30 am–10:00 pm Sat.: 9:30 am–6:00 pm Sun.: 1:00 pm–6:00 pm

at Richland College Room T216

UNIX Operating System ITNW 1010*

Hours: 32

Prereq.: Computer Essentials I or equivalent background. This introduc-

Convenient Testing: Same Day, Walk-In or Weekend.

tion provides an overview of the UNIX

To register for a test call 972-761-6800 or

commands, text editing, Bourne shell

972-238-6378

commands, and shell scripts. Text

or walk-in registration is available for same-day testing.

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operating system, file system and

and USB flash drive required.

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Cisco Authorized–CCNA & CCNP Training Richland College is a Cisco Systems Networ king Academy. We offer authorized Cisco courses that cover the important information required to become a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP). We combine price, location, and training experience to give you the highest quality preparation package.

The CCNA designs, builds and maintains computer networks. Cisco provides coursework for a complete range of basic through advanced networking concepts – from basic tasks like pulling cable through complex concepts like subnet masking rules and strategies.

CCNA 1 CCNA 3

CCNA 2 CCNA 4

More information Please contact Judy: 972-238-6069, or email JudyG@dcccd.edu

CCNA

CCNP The CCNP requires you to successfully complete CCNA 4 or an equivalent test before moving on to CCNP 1. As a CCNP you will be recognized as having attained specific skills and knowledge, making you more valuable to your employer and opening further avenues for career enhancement.

CCNP 1 CCNP 3

Concurrent enrollment classes have limited space.

CCNP 2 CCNP 4

The Cisco Networking Academy is a trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc.

Please see our website for full course descriptions and schedule: www.richlandcollege.edu SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008

For the most up to date schedule information check out eConnect “C.E. Search for schedule.”

Course # Section Title Days Hours CISCO AUTHORIZED TRAINING, CONCURRENT The following courses are available for non-credit enrollment through Continuing Education 498972 83040 CCNA 1: Networking Basics: ITCC 1402 MW 5:40pm-11:05pm 498973 83041 CCNA 1: Networking Basics: ITCC 1402 TTh 5:40pm-11:05pm 498975 84045 CCNA 2: Router/ Routing Basics: ITCC 1406 MW 5:40pm-11:05pm 498976 84046 CCNA 2: Router/ Routing Basics: ITCC 1406 TTh 5:40pm-11:05pm 498977 83042 CCNA 3: Switching Basic/Int Routing: ITCC 1442 TTh 5:40pm-11:05pm 498994 84048 CCNA 4: WAN Technologies: ITCC 1446 TTh 5:40pm-11:05pm 498995 83043 CCNP 1: Advanced Routing: ITCC 2432 MW 5:40pm-11:05pm 498996 84047 CCNP 2: Remote Access: ITCC 2436 MW 5:40pm-11:05pm 498997 83044 Fundamentals of Wireless LANs: ITNW 1451 TTh 5:40pm-11:05pm 498999 84049 Fundamentals of Wireless LANs: ITNW 1451 TTh 5:40pm-11:05pm

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eCampus Think of eCampus as your virtual campus – this secure, customized Webbased portal offers these features and more: • course content and syllabi • announcements from your professors • chat rooms • library resources • online courses • news media resources • a personal calendar that syncs with your Palm Pilot® or Pocket PC For more information visit Richland’s home page – http://www.richlandcollege.edu – and click on “Online Services.”

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Concurrent enrollment classes have limited space.

Sun’s Solaris 8 Operating Environment certification tests are rigorous and include real-world scenarios and prepare you to stand up to today’s challenging systems issues. And, like all other certifications from Sun, they can exponentially expand your professional opportunities.

More information Please contact Judy: 972-238-6069, or email JudyG@dcccd.edu

Part I Fundamentals of Solaris: SA-100501 Solaris System Administration I: SA-200510

See inside front cover for more information.

The Solaris™ Operating Environment is the foundation on which some of the world’s leading companies are built. Offering high levels of reliability, availability, security, and scalability, Solaris systems meet today’s demands while anticipating tomorrow’s innovation.

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Sun Solaris™ Systems Administrator Authorized Training

Part II Solaris System Administration II: SA200510 Solaris Shell Programming: SL-120

Program Admission and Prerequisites: Keyboarding I Computer Essentials I Basic Networks knowledge

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title SUN SOLARIS AUTHORIZED TRAINING, CONCURRENT

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499001 83030 Fundamentals of Solaris Oper Envir: ITSC 1429 MW 499005 84032 Solaris Op Env Sys Admin II: ITSC 1452 TTh 499009 83031 Solaris Op Env Sys Admin: ITSC 1454 TTh

Online Class Info Sessions for Continuing Ed Learn more about our online training for Fall 2008. Mark your calendar and join us in Thunderduck Hall, Room T222 from 6:307:30pm: Wed., June 11 Tues., July 15 Fri., August 8

Center Hours: M–F: 9:30 am–10:00 pm Sat.: 9:30 am–6:00 pm Sun.: 1:00 pm–6:00 pm

5:40pm-11:05pm 5/12-6/23 5:40pm-11:05pm 7/1-8/7 5:40pm-11:05pm 5/13-6/24

96/14 RC D123 $156 96/14 RC D166 $156 96/14 RC D276 $156

Gregory Spencer Spencer

at Richland College Room T216

Convenient Testing: Same Day, Walk-In or Weekend. To register for a test call 972-761-6800 or

972-238-6378 or walk-in registration is available for same-day testing.

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Microsoft Authorized Training Computer professionals who design, create, manage and support networks remain in demand. Certification by one of the leading network providers distinguishes you as an outstanding professional and a valuable resource. As a Microsoft Authorized Academic Training Center, Richland College provides quality training with Certified Microsoft Professionals using Authorized materials at an exceptional value. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a formula guaranteed for success.

Program Admission and Prerequisites Authorized training coursework is conducted in a fast-paced, short-term format with courses conveniently scheduled during the evenings and weekends. Students coming into the Authorized courses should have mastered foundational skills before entering the program.

For the latest Microsoft certification information visit:

More information Please contact Judy: 972-238-6069, or email JudyG@dcccd.edu

http://www.microsoft.com/ learning/default/asp

Microsoft Authorized Training Course # Section Title MICROSOFT AUTHORIZED, CONCURRENT

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Hours

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Help Desk Basics Definition: A help desk is an information and assistance resource that troubleshoots problems with computers and similar products. Corporations often provide help desk support to their customers via a toll-free number, website and/or email.

Prepare yourself with the basic skills for employment at a Help Desk or a Call Center with these courses:

Customer Service Skills: Help Desk, pg. 4

Keyboarding I, pg. 4

Internet Essentials, pg. 4

Computer Essentials II (Intro to Vista), pg. 4

MS Office 2007, pg. 5-6

PC Hardware, PC Software, pg. 5

PC Small Network/Security, (coming Fall, 2008)

For more info, call Judy at 972-238-6069 or email JudyG@dcccd.edu.

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Medical Assisting Certificate Program Medical Assisting Refresher Course!

Applicants to the Medical Assisting program may choose to pursue our new accelerated schedule. Students will be selected based on strong academic and time management skills to progress as a cohort – taking 20 hours per week of online and traditional c l a s s e s – a n d fi n i s h i n t w o semesters starting in fall. Learn more in an information session.

AAMA approved CEU course This course is designed for medical assistants currently working in the field to refresh on clinical competencies such as venipunctures, injections, blood pressures, height and weight checks, HIPAA and other current clinical skills. See the next page for the schedule.

Accreditation The Richland College Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP),on recommendation of the Curriculum Review Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants’ Endowment (AAMAE). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Ed. Programs 1361 Park Street • Clearwater, FL, 33756 • 727-210-2350

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Length of Training Students can expect to complete the program in approximately ten to 15 months by attending day, evening or online classes.

Business Principles for Medical Practice Managers BMGT 1091* Hours: 64 Prerequisite: Topics address management skills and current trends specific to medical practices related to compliance issues, marketing the practice, claims management, establishing fee schedules, budgeting, and contract negotiations.

Clinical Requirements Proof of liability insurance, immunizations, criminal background check and drug screen required.

Certified Medical Assisting Exam Review MDCA 1054* Hours: 32 Certification review for CMA, AAMA or RMA exam. Students will review general, administrative and clinical skills needed for the Medical Assisting Certification Exam. Sample tests will be given in preparation for national exam. Topics covered in this review course will be based on criteria from the American Association of Medical Assistants and American Medical Technologists areas of competency. Text required.

Health Professions

Health Professions class listings are on pages 18 and 26.

Information Sessions

You are strongly encouraged to attend one of our information sessions before meeting with the admissions coordinator. We can serve you better, answer all your questions, and expedite your admission and registration when you first attend a group meeting. To hear about our programs for Health Unit Coordinator, Insurance Coding & Billing, The sessions cover: Med. Assisting, Med. Office Technician, Career overviews and employment Med. Office Transcription, Pharmacy outlook Technology, or Phlebotomy Technician, Programs and curricula choose one of these sessions: Clinical externships Tues. at 10:00 am – year-round Length and cost of programs, and Wed. at 3:00 pm – year-round financial aid Thurs. at 6:00 pm – Application and admission proceApril 24 through May 29 dures

Certificates of completion

Sabine Hall, Room S171

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Prerequisites Previous college experience, or assessment of entrylevel academic skills in reading, writing and math Completed application packet and CPR certification Documentation or assessment of computer skills: MS Word and keyboarding speed of 25 wpm Eligibility to work in the U.S., H.S. diploma or G.E.D. General Studies Coursework Hours Medical Terminology I (MDCA 1013) 64 Human Behavior (HPRS 1008) 32 Human Disease/Pathophysiology (MDCA 1002) 48 Healthcare Communications (HPRS 2032) 48 Medical Law & Ethics for Health Pros (PBHL 1001) 16 Medical Office Technology Coursework Medical Office Procedures (MDCA 1021) 64 Medical Insurance (MDCA 1043) 48 Pharmacology for Office Personnel (HPRS 2000) 48 Electronic Medical Records (HITT 1091) 16 Computers in Healthcare (HITT 1011) 32 Medical Assisting Coursework Procedures in a Clinical Setting (MDCA 1017) 64 Advanced Med. Asst. Technology (MDCA 2031) 32 Med. Asst. Lab. Procedures (MDCA 1052) 64 CMA Exam Review (MDCA 1054) 32 Medical Assisting Clinical Coursework Clinical – Medical Assistant – Admin. (MDCA 1060) 80 Clinical – Med. Asst. – Clinical (MDCA 1061) 80 Total 768 Course offerings vary by semester. More information Please call 972-238-6950; or email HealthProfessions@dcccd.edu and visit our website: www.richlandcollege.edu/hp

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New Fast Track Option for Medical Assisting

Career Overview Medical Assistants are multi-skilled health professionals specifically educated to work in ambulatory settings performing administrative and clinical duties. The practice of medical assisting directly influences the public’s health and well-being, and requires mastery of a complex body of knowledge and specialized skills requiring both formal education and practical experience that serve as standards for entry into the profession.

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SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title Days HEALTH PROFESSIONS CLASSES IN ENGLISH 495293 84001 Business Principles - Med Practice Mgrs Online Online 497051 83002 Certified Medical Assisting Exam Review TTh 497054 83002 Clinical - Business Admin & Mgmt M-F 495288 84001 Clinical - Health Unit Coordinator M-F 495239 84001 Clinical - Phlebotomist M-F 496877 83002 Clinical: Medical Assistant/Administrative M-F 495235 83002 Clinical: Medical Assistant/Clinical M-F 495220 84001 Computers in Health Care F 495217 84002 Computers in Health Care TTh 495213 84001 CPR for Health Care Professionals S 495209 84002 CPR for Health Care Professionals S 495205 84004 CPR for Health Care Professionals S 495198 84001 Electronic Medical Records W 495194 84002 Electronic Medical Records Online Online 495191 84001 Human Behavior for Health Professions F 495189 84002 Human Behavior for Health Professions S 495187 84001 Human Disease/Pathophysiology MWF 495185 84002 Human Disease/Pathophysiology Online 499082 83001 Human Resource Management Online Online 495318 84001 Introduction to Medical Transcription Online Online/T 495331 84001 Medical Assisting Refresher Course S 495356 84002 Medical Assisting Refresher Course S 495358 84001 Medical Coding/Advanced MW 495360 84001 Medical Insurance/Coding MW 495366 84002 Medical Insurance/Coding MW 495368 84001 Medical Law and Ethics for Health Professionals F 495372 84002 Medical Law and Ethics for Health Professionals W 495375 84001 Medical Office Procedures TTh 495376 84001 Medical Terminology I TTh 495379 84002 Medical Terminology I MW 495382 84003 Medical Terminology I Online Online 495387 84001 Medication Aide (Basic) M-Th 495389 84002 Medication Aide (Basic) M-Th 495395 84001 Medication Aide Renewal S 495421 84002 Medication Aide Renewal S 495460 84003 Medication Aide Renewal S 495473 84001 Pharmacology for Office Personnel S 495489 84001 Phlebotomy TTh 495491 84001 Phlebotomy II TTh 499081 84001 Principles of Accounting I Online Online HEALTH PROFESSIONS CLASSES IN SPANISH 495203 84005 CPR Resucitacion Cardio-Pulmonar - Apoya basico F

Hours

6:00pm-9:15pm 8:00am-5:00pm 7:00am-3:30pm 8:00am-5:00pm 8:00am-5:00pm 8:00am-5:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:00am-4:00pm 8:00am-4:00pm 8:00am-4:00pm 1:00pm-5:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm

6:00pm-9:00pm 8:30am-5:30pm 1:00pm-5:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-11:45am 6:30pm-9:45pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-4:30pm 8:30am-4:30pm 8:30am-4:30pm 8:30am-1:05pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm

8:00am-4:00pm

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6/2-8/27 5/20-6/19 5/19-6/9 7/28-8/15 8/25-9/12 5/12-5/23 5/27-6/9 6/6-8/1 8/5-8/28 7/12 8/2 8/16 6/4-6/25 7/7-8/1 6/6-8/1 6/28-8/23 7/28-8/25 7/28-8/29 5/12-7/3 6/3-7/15 6/14-6/21 7/12-8/2 7/7-8/27 6/2-7/9 7/14-8/25 6/6-7/11 6/4-7/2 6/3-7/29 6/3-8/24 6/23-8/13 6/7-7/23 6/2-8/14 6/2-8/14 6/28 7/26 8/23 6/7-8/30 6/3-6/26 7/8-8/14 6/9-7/3

64/ Online $250 32/10 RC T220 $160 128/16 Off campus $185 96/12 Off campus $150 120/15 Off campus $180 80/10 Off campus $150 80/10 Off campus $150 32/8 RC T223 $200 32/8 RC S175 $200 7/1 RC Y104 $60 7/1 RC Y104 $60 7/1 RC Y104 $60 16/4 RC T227 $150 16/ Online $150 32/8 RC Y104 $175 32/8 RC S175 $175 48/12 RC Y105 $200 48/ Online $200 48/ Online $117 48/7 RC S175 $250 16/2 RC Y105 $195 16/4 RC Y105 $195 64/16 RC Y106 $250 48/12 RC Y106 $220 48/12 RC S175 $220 16/5 RC Y105 $75 16/5 RC S165/167 $75 64/16 RC Y106 $240 64/16 RC Y106 $240 64/16 RC Y105 $240 64/ Online $240 154/38 RC Y104 $475 154/38 RC Y104 $475 7/1 RC Y104 $35 7/1 RC Y104 $35 7/1 RC Y104 $35 48/11 RC Y106 $200 32/8 RC Y105 $210 48/12 RC Y105 $210 48/ Online $117

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Class schedules are subject to change. For current information, check the Web schedule at www.richlandcollege.edu/ce.

Attention New Students All Health Professions students must meet with the Admissions Coordinator or Program Administrator for program approval before registering for their first class.

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Medical Practice Manager Certificate

NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW

Clinical - Business Admin and Management BMGT 2070* Hours: 128 Prereq.: Completion of all courses in the Med. Practice Mgr. program, and consent of prog. director. Work-based instruction that helps students synthesize new knowledge, apply previous knowledge, or gain experience managing a healthcare setting. Close supervision is provided by an office manager (preceptor) in a healthcare setting. Clinical ed. is an unpaid learning experience, usually between the hours of 8am and 5pm.

Clinical Health Unit Coordinator HUWC 1060* Hours: 96 Prereq: Completion of all coursework in the Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) program and consent of program coordinator. A hospital-based learning experience that enables the student to learn and practice the duties of the Health Unit Coordinator. Current CPR card, scrubs or uniform, proof of health and liability insurance, immunizations, criminal background check, and drug screen required. Clinical education is an unpaid learning experience.

Clinical - Medical Assistant/Administrative MDCA 1060* Hours: 80 Prerequisite: Completion of all general skills, office technology courses, and consent of the program director. A health professions work-based instruction that helps students synthesize new knowledge, apply previous knowledge, or gain experience managing the workflow. Practical experience is simultaneously related to theory. Close and/or direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional (preceptor) in a clinical setting. Clinical education is an unpaid learning experience, usually between the hours of 8am and 5pm.

Attention Pre-Pharmacy Majors Are you …

A declared pre-pharmacy major with at least one year of prerequisites completed? Eager to get a letter of recommendation from a pharmacist? Hoping to get experience in a pharmacy to enhance your application to pharmacy school?

Join the fast-track condensed pharmacy technician summer program at Richland College. For program details visit www.richlandcollege.edu/hp, and see page 24.

RELATED COURSES

Computer Basics, pages 4-6

Clinical - Medical Assistant/Clinical MDCA 1061* Hours: 80 Prereq.: Completion of all general skills, Med. Assist. and clinical studies courses, and consent of program coord. A health professions work-based instruction that helps students synthesize new knowledge, apply previous knowledge, or gain experience managing workflow. Practical experience is simultaneously related to theory. Close and/or direct supervision provided by the clinical professional (preceptor) in a clinical setting. Clinical ed. is an unpaid learning experience, usually between hours of 8am and 5pm.

Orientation for online classes is mandatory.

Length of Training This 752-hour program prepares the student with the skills needed to successfully work in the administrative area of a medical office. Students can expect to complete the program in approximately one year by attending day, evening or online classes on a full-time basis or within two years on a part-time basis. Completers are eligible to take the Certified Medical Manager Apprentice examination through Professional Association of Healthcare Office Management (PAHCOM). Externship Requirements Proof of liability insurance, criminal background check and drug screen required. Prerequisites Previous college experience, or assessment of collegelevel academic skills in reading, writing and math Completed application packet Documentation or assessment of computer skills: MS Word and keyboarding speed of 25 wpm Eligibility to work in the U.S. and a minimum of three years professional business experience Coursework Hours Medical Terminology I (MDCA 1013) 64 Human Disease/Pathophysiology (MDCA 1002) 48 Healthcare Communications (HPRS 2032) or Business English (POFT 1301) 48 Introduction to Accounting I (ACNT 1003 or 1303) 48 Medical Law/Ethics for Health Pros (PBHL 1001) 16 Medical Insurance (MDCA 1043) 48 MS Office 2007 (POFI 1041 or 1341) 80 Principles of Accounting I (ACNT 1025) 48 Human Resource Management (HRPO 2001 or 2301) 48 Advanced Applications in Business (ITSC 2032) 16 Business Principles for Medical Practice Managers (BMGT 1091) 64 Computers in Healthcare (HITT 1011) 32 Advanced Medical Coding (POFM 2010) 64 Clinical – Business Admin & Mgmt (BMGT 2070) 128 Total Hours: 752 Course offerings vary by semester. More Information Please call 972-238-6117; or email ShannonY@dcccd.edu or Visit our website: www.richlandcollege.edu/hp

See your registration receipt for date, time and location.

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Career Overview Medical Practice Managers oversee the administrative and/or clinical areas of physician offices, urgent care centers, surgery centers, and related healthcare organizations. They typically manage personnel, conduct marketing relations, accounting functions, ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, conduct billing and coding, develop policies and procedures, oversee technology functions and conduct other administrative functions for the organization.

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Certificate Program

NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW

Career Overview The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) coordinates the activities of the nursing unit in a hospital. Working under the supervision of a member of the nursing department, the Unit Coordinator serves as the nursing unit receptionist, greeting patients, families, visitors, and staff members on the phone or in person. Duties also include transcribing physicians’ orders, preparing and maintaining patient documents, and requisitioning procedures, supplies, and treatments on paper forms or a computer. The HUC helps assure accurate and timely communication between the nursing unit, physicians and other departments in the hospital.

Electronic Medical Records

Length of Training This 320-hour program requires approximately two semesters to complete.

HPRS 1008* Hours: 32 Information on techniques and skills needed for the healthcare provider to effectively communicate with coworkers, patients and their family members. Includes skills in building and maintaining effective teamwork.

Clinical Requirements Proof of liability and health insurance, immunizations and health form, criminal background check, drug screen and CPR card required. Prerequisites High school diploma or GED Recent college work, or assessment of entry-level academic skills in reading, writing, and math Documentation or assessment of computer skills: Windows, MS Word, keyboarding speed of 25 wpm Coursework Hours Medical Terminology I (MDCA 1013) 64 Medical Law & Ethics (PBHL 1001) 16 Health Data Content & Structure (HITT 1001) 48 Healthcare Communications (HPRS 2032) 48 Human Disease and Pathophysiology (MDCA 1002) 48 Unit Clerk/Coordinator Clinical (HUWC 1060) 96 Total 320 Course offerings vary by semester. More information Please call 972-238-6950; or email HealthProfessions@dcccd.edu or visit our website: www.richlandcollege.edu/hp

Clinical - Phlebotomist PLAB 1060* Hours: 120 Prereqs.: Completion of all courses in Phleb. Tech. Prog. Students apply phlebotomy standards, practices, and procedures in a clinical environment. Includes collections, blood cultures, venipunctures, blood smears,safety, infection control, isolation procedures, quality control, timed lab procedures, processing of specimens, data input, patient communication, customer service. Current CPR card, scrubs or uniform, proof of health and liability insurance, immunizations, criminal background check, and drug screen required. Clinical education is an unpaid learning experience, usually

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HITT 1091* Hours: 16 Introduction to the concepts of electronic/health medical records related to healthcare and the tools and techniques for collecting, storing, and retrieving patient records in an electronic medical record format. NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW

Human Behavior between the hours of 8am and 5pm or as scheduled by hospital.

Computers in Healthcare HITT 1011* Hours: 32 Prereqs.: Medical Terminology and basic computer skills. Apply computer concepts for office procedures using basic computer skills, schedule and monitor appointments, maintain records for accounting and banking purposes, and complete the insurance cycle for filing claims and posting payments. Text and five 3.5" disks required for first class.

CPR Resucitación Cardio-Pulmonar - Apoyo Básico EMSP 1019* Horas: 7 Instrucción en lo básico de salvavidas en urgencias respiratorias (el ahogo, sofocación o la asfixia) y urgencias cardiacas de los adultos, los niños y los bebés. Este curso del American Heart Association es un requisito para el empleo en una variedad de carreras médicas. Se da en español.

CPR for Healthcare Professionals EMSP 1019* Hours: 7 All skills used by the healthcare professional for Basic Life Support will be taught. To receive the AHA Course Completion Card and the Healthcare Professional Course Manual, students must attend the entire class and pass written and performance exams. Text required and must be read prior to first class.

RELATED COURSES

Human Disease/Pathophysiology MDCA 1002* Hours: 48 Prereq.: Medical Terminology. A study of anatomy and physiology with emphasis on human pathophysiology, including etiology, prognosis, medical treatment, signs and symptoms of common diseases of all body systems. Text required. NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW

Human Resource Management HRPO 2001* Hours: 48 Prerequisites: Medical Law and Ethics. This is an introductory course to the behavioral and legal approaches to the management of human resources in organizations.

Introduction to Medical Transcription MRMT 1007* Hours: 48 Prereqs.: Basic computer skills, keyboarding speed of 35wpm, Word I, and Medical Terminology. Learn to transcribe medical data and create documents on a word processor. Topics include: formatting, data entry, transcription. Emphasis on applications used in a medical office setting. Text, CD, foot pedal and headphones required.

Computer Basics, pages 4-6

Health Professions class listings are on pages 18 and 26.

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Medical Office Technology

Certificate

Career Overview A medical transcriptionist interprets and transcribes dictation from physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient assessment, workup, therapeutic procedures, clinical course, and diagnosis. A medical transcriptionist documents patient care and facilitates delivery of healthcare services.

Career Overview Medical office assistants routinely work in a specialty practice, hospital, clinic, or related healthcare organization. They typically schedule appointments, organize and maintain files, prepare reports and letters, and design office system procedures. They are also responsible for billing and collections for their practices.

Length of Training This 352-hour program features hands-on instruction and is designed to prepare students with the skills needed to successfully enter the field of medical transcription and work in a physician’s medical office. Prerequisites Previous college experience, or assessment of entry level academic skills in reading, writing and math Documentation or assessment of computer skills: MS Word I and II and keyboarding speed of 25 wpm Coursework Business English OFCT 1370 or English ENGL 1301* or Healthcare Communications (HPRS 2032) Medical Terminology I (MDCA 1013) Medical Law & Ethics for Health Pros (PBHL 1001) Electronic Medical Records (HITT 1091) Introduction to Medical Transcription (MRMT 1007) Human Disease/Pathophysiology (MDCA 1002) Pharmacology (HPRS 2000) Medical Transcription I (POFT 2021)

Hours

Total

48 64 16 16 48 48 48 64 352

*Credit class offering

Course offerings vary by semester.

Medical Office Transcription Level II Certificate is offered through El Centro’s online program. Students will be eligible for an apprenticeship program through the Department of Labor upon successful completion of the RMT certification. More information Please call 972-238-6950; or email HealthProfessions@dcccd.edu or visit our website: www.richlandcollege.edu/hp

Medical Coding/Advanced POFM 2010* Hours: 64 Prereqs.: Med. Terminology, Human Disease/ Path., and Med. Ins./Coding. Presentation and application of coding rules, principles, guidelines, and conventions using various coding systems. The student will accurately code procedures and diagnoses, abstract information from health records for

appropriate code validation, and apply decision-making skills to ensure proper sequencing. Text required.

Medical Insurance/Coding MDCA 1043* Hours: 48 Prereq.: Med. Terminology. Survey of medical insurance including life cycle of various claim forms, terminology, litigation, patient

Rising Star Students:

Qualified Rising Star Scholarship students may use their scholarship funds for the Medical Assisting or Pharmacy Technology Programs. Contact your Rising Star counselor for details at 972-238-6122 .

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Length of Training This 352-hour program prepares the student with the skills needed to successfully work in the administrative area of a medical office. Prerequisites Previous college experience, or assessment of entry level academic skills in reading, writing and math Documentation or assessment of computer skills: MS Word and keyboarding speed of 25 wpm Coursework Hours Medical Law & Ethics for Health Pros (PBHL 1001) 16 Medical Terminology I (MDCA 1013) 64 Medical Office Procedures (MDCA 1021) 64 Medical Insurance/Coding (MDCA 1043) 48 Human Disease/Pathophysiology (MDCA 1002) 48 Computers in Healthcare (HITT 1011) 32 Clinical - Medical Administrative (MDCA 1060) (or one year equivalent experience) 80 Total Hours 352 Course offerings vary by semester. More information Please call 972-238-6950; or email HealthProfessions@dcccd.edu or visit our website: www.richlandcollege.edu/hp

relations, and ethical issues. Topics include: medical records coding, ICD-9-CM and CPT4, billing and bookkeeping, benefit coverage, insurance claims including worker’s compensation, Medicare and Medicaid. Text required.

Medical Law and Ethics for Health Professionals PBHL 1001* Hours: 16 A study of the principles of medical ethics and law. Topics include: legal relationship between patient and physician, legal documents, contracts, informed consent, professional liability and torts including negligence, medico-legal aspects, licensure, accreditation, and types of medical practice. Text required for first class.

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Medical Office Transcription Level I

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Insurance Coding & Billing for the Medical Office Certificate

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Career Overview Medical Insurance Claims Coders classify health information to obtain insurance reimbursement for the healthcare provider’s expenses. They review documents for completeness and accuracy and transmit claims for payment. This program prepares the individual to work in medical offices and clinics.

PLAB 1023* Hours: 32 Prereqs.: Med. Terminology and CPR. Examine the theories and principles of biological specimen collection. Includes laboratory organization, anticoagulant actions, OSHA practices, and bloodborne pathogen requirements. Students perform venipunctures and finger sticks during class sessions. Text , lab coat and/or scrubs, current immunizations and liability insurance required.

Prerequisites Previous college experience, or assessment of entry level academic skills in reading, writing and math Documentation or assessment of computer skills, MS Word and keyboarding speed of 25 wpm Core Coursework Hours Medical Law & Ethics for Health Professionals (PBHL 1001) 16 Medical Terminology I (MDCA 1013) 64 Medical Office Procedures (MDCA 1021) 64 Human Disease/Pathophysiology (MDCA 1002) 48 Medical Insurance / Coding (MDCA 1043) 48 Computers in Healthcare (HITT 1011) 32 Electronic Medical Records (HITT 1091) 16 Advanced Medical Coding (POFM 2010) 64 Total Hours 352 Optional Insurance Coding Classes Certified Coding Review (HITT 2049) 32 Pharmacology (HPRS 2000) 48 Course offerings vary by semester. More information Please call 972-238-6950; or email HealthProfessions@dcccd.edu or visit our website: www.richland college.edu/hp

Medical Office Procedures MDCA 1021* Hours: 64 Introduction to basic medical office skills including telephone techniques, filing and indexing, mail handling, appointment scheduling, travel arrangements, correspondence, business transactions, and office machines. Emphasis on developing human relations and customer service skills. Text required.

Medical Terminology I MDCA 1013* Hours: 64 A study and practical application of a medical vocabular y system. Includes structure, recognition, analysis definition, spelling, pronunciation, and combination of medical terms from prefixes, suffixes, roots and combining forms. Text required.

Medication Administration (Medication Aide) Basic NURA 1013* Hours: 154 Prereqs.: Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English, free of communicable diseases and stable physical and emotional health to safely administer medications, be currently employed in a facility as a nurse aide or non-licensed direct care staff. This is a basic course of instruction in preparation and administration of designated medications under the supervision of a nurse to long-term care facility residents. This course meets the guidelines established by the Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services. Text and liability insurance required.

Medication Aide Renewal NURA 1041* Hours: 7 Prereq.: Medication Aide - Basic. Course fulfills the annual educational renewal requirements for medication aides. Includes review and update of medication aide training rules, medication administration and related responsibilities. A passing grade of 70 is required for successful course completion.

Pharmacology for Office Personnel HPRS 2000* Hours: 48 Prerequisites: Medical Terminology and Human Disease. A study of drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, routes of administration, and calculation of dosages as they relate to anatomy and physiology. Text required.

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Phlebotomy II PLAB 1091* Hours: 48 Prereqs.: Admission in the Phlebotomy or Medical Assisting program or consent of the Program Director. Students learn to perform advanced phlebotomy procedures and the working of a medical laboratory. Topics include the use of Universal Precautions and guidelines in doing phlebotomy and skin punctures; collecting and processing specimens, and using quality control. Text and uniform or scrubs, current immunizations and liability insurance required. NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW

Principles of Accounting ACNT 1025* Hours: 48 A study of accounting concepts and their application in transaction analysis and financial statement preparation and asset and equity accounting in proprietorships and corporations. Emphasis on accounting cycle for service industries such as healthcare.

Success in Health Professions Courses Success in health professions courses requires proficiency in listening, reading, writing and speaking English. If you are a native English speaker but have been out of school for many years, consider taking Healthcare Communications as your first course. If you learned English as a second language, please visit the Multicultural Center to arrange an assessment of your skills.

*See our website for WECM course title and description: www.richlandcollege.edu

Phlebotomy Technician

Medication Aide

Certificate

Training

Career Overview Phlebotomy Technicians work in hospitals, physician offices, group practices, independent laboratories, health maintenance organizations, and public facilities. Duties of a phlebotomy technician may include drawing blood, preparing specimens for storage or testing, assembling equipment and verifying patient’s records. A phlebotomist may also interview and screen donors at a blood bank.

Career Overview Medication Aides work under the supervision of a nurse in a long-term care facility and distribute medication to facility residents.

Certification The Phlebotomy Technician program prepares students with training needed to successfully take the national certification examination. Length of Training/Requirements The program consists of 215 hours of classroom instruction and 120 hours of supervised clinical externship in an approved site with full service lab. Prerequisites High school diploma or GED Previous college experience, or assessment of entry-level academic skills in reading, writing, and math Documentation or assessment of computer skills: Windows, MS Word, keyboarding speed of 25 wpm Completed application packet including immunizations and TB screening Clinical Requirements Proof of liability and health insurance, immunizations and health form, criminal background check and drug screen required. Coursework Medical Terminology I (MDCA 1013) CPR (EMSP 1019) Electronic Medical Records (HITT 1091) Human Disease/Pathophysiology (MDCA 1002) Phlebotomy (PLAB 1023) Phlebotomy II (PLAB 1091) Phlebotomy Clinical (PLAB 1060)

Hours 64 7 16 48 32 48 120 Total 335

Course offerings vary by semester.

Sesiones de información Se recomienda a los alumnos asistir a una de las sesiones de información antes de hacer una cita con la coordinadora de admisión. Le podemos orientar, contestar sus preguntas y facilitar su inscripción si asiste a alguna de estas sesiones. Sabine Hall, salón 171 El primer viernes de cada mes 10:00 a.m. y 3:00 p.m.

Admission Prerequisites At least 18 years of age. Copy of high school diploma/GED or official transcripts reflecting completion of a college degree from the USA. If diploma is from another country, an approved credential evaluator must evaluate it. Completed departmental admissions packet. Current CNA certification and current employment in a licensed, long-term care facility. — Or— Current employment in a licensed facility with 90 days experience in the past 12 months as a direct care staff person prior to the first day of class. Basic Training

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Medication Aide: Basic (NURA 1013) Continuing Education Medication Aide Renewal (NURA 1041)

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Health Professions liability insurance may be required. More information Please call 972-238-6950, or e-mail HealthProfessions@dcccd.edu, or visit our website: www.richlandcollege.edu/hp

More information Please call 972-238-6950; or email HealthProfessions@dcccd.edu or visit our website: www.richlandcollege.edu/hp

Carreras Médicas

Length of Training/Requirements The program consists of 144 hours of classroom/laboratory instruction and 10 hours of supervised internship. Students must finish a minimum of 140 hours prior to sitting for the state exam. Courses are offered during the day and evening. The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services, Medication Aide Department, awards licensure after successfully completing course objectives and passing the state exam. Students must pay $25 exam fee to DADS.

Start Your Healthcare Training While Learning English Bilingual healthcare professionals are in great demand. Now you can prepare for your healthcare career while studying English – and be ready to begin work in as little as one year!

Medication Aide Intake Sessions April 14 – May 19 Mondays: 10:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m. Room S171 Classes start June 2, 2008.

RELATED COURSES

Computer Basics, pages 4-6

It all begins at the Richland College Multicultural Center in Thunderduck Hall, room T150. Call 972-238-6900. Ask about ESOL for Health Professions.

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Community Pharmacy Technician Certificate Attention Pre-Pharmacy Majors

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Career Overview Community Pharmacy Technicians work in chain or independent retail pharmacies under the supervision of a registered and licensed pharmacist. They perform duties such as processing prescription drug orders, patient medication record maintenance, issuing medications to patients, inventory management and compounding non-sterile medications. Length and Cost of Training The program consists of 256 hours of classroom and laboratory instruction and a 96-hour supervised externship. It can be completed in one semester by attending day classes full time. Tuition in 2008 is $1,495. Students are required to purchase books and liability insurance. Certification/Registration To work as a pharmacy technician in the State of Texas, all pharmacy technicians are required to pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam and complete a registration process through the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Convicted felons may be ineligible. Prerequisites High school diploma or high school senior or GED Completed application packet Documentation or assessment of computer skills in Windows, Word, keyboarding of 25 wpm Documentation or assessment of entry level academic skills in reading, writing and math Personal interview Coursework Hours Introduction to Pharmacy (PHRA 1001) 64 Pharmaceutical Math I (PHRA 1009) 48 Community Pharmacy Practice (PHRA 1013) 64 Pharmacology for Technicians (PHRA 1005) 64 Insurance Customer Service (INSR 1017) 16 Clinical: Pharmacy Technician/Asst. (PHRA 1060) 96 Total 352 Course offerings vary by semester. Clinical requirement Proof of liability insurance, registration as a trainee with TSBP. Some sites may also require drug screen and criminal background check. More information Please call 972-238-6950, or e-mail HealthProfessions@dcccd.edu, or visit our website: www.richlandcollege.edu/hp

Health Professions class listings are on pages 18 and 26.

Are you…

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ACPE Approved IV Technician Certification Course PHRA 1045* Hours: 56 Prereq.: Certified, registered pharmacy technician with at least one year of pharmacy experience. IV technicians typically work in hospital or home infusion pharmacies, and prepare sterile enteral and parenteral admixtures in a clean room or other controlled environment. Course will prepare technicians to perform IV admixture of sterile products using USP 797-compliant aseptic techniques. Textbook supplied on loan basis to course participants. Liability insurance required.

Automation in Pharmacy PHRA 1091 Hours: 48 Course details current automation, robotics systems, and software applications currently in use in the institutional pharmacy practice setting. Course topics include overview of equipment and devices used for drug preparation , distribution, and manufacturing.

Clinical - Pharmacy Technician/Assistant PHRA 1060* Hours: 96 Prereqs.: All required coursework of Community Pharmacy program and approval of Program Coordinator. Perform technician duties in a certified community pharmacy setting. Duties include customer service relations, workplace roles and expectations, processing prescriptions, inventory, data entry, recordkeeping, and legal parameters.

Community Pharmacy Practice PHRA 1013* Hours: 64 Prerequisite: Introduction to Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Math I. Introduction to the

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•A declared pre-pharmacy major with at least one year of prerequisites completed? •Eager to get a letter of recommendation from a pharmacist? •Hoping to get experience in a pharmacy to enhance your application to pharmacy school? Join the fast-track condensed pharmacy technician summer program at Richland College. NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW

Community Pharmacy Technician Certificate for Pre-Pharmacy Majors PHRA 1061 Hours: 280 This course provides classroom and laboratory practice to prepare prepharmacy majors to work in a retail pharmacy as a pharmacy technician. Topics include job skills and duties, legal and ethical guidelines, pharmaceutical math, pharmacology, and preparation of medications. Students will acquire 80 hours of experience in a retail pharmacy. Student must have completed at least one year of prepharmacy courses with a 3.0 GPA and be registered as a technician trainee with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. To obtain an approved registration form, bring your unofficial transcript to Sabine 180. Deadline to register is May 14. For more information contact LianneWebster@dcccd.edu. skills necessary to process, prepare, label, and maintain records of physicians' medication orders and prescriptions in a community pharmacy. Designed to train individuals in supply, inventory, and data entry. Includes customer service, count and pour techniques, pharmaceutical compounding, prescription calculations, drug selection and preparation, over-the-counter drugs, record keeping, stock level adjustment, data input, and legal parameters.

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ACPE Approved IV Technician Certificate Career Overview This course is designed for certified, registered pharmacy technicians who wish to gain ACPE approved national IV certification. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive a certificate from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy as well as 40 hours of ACPE approved continuing education credit. Course Description Using curriculum developed by the University of Houston College of Pharmacy, this course will prepare technicians to perform IV admixture of sterile products using proper aseptic technique and processes that are in compliance with current USP 797 standards. Course will be a combination of 23.5 hours of home study and 32 hours of on-campus lab practice for the development of aseptic techniques. Tuition for 2008 is $595. Students are encouraged to apply for the TPEG (Texas Public Education Grant), which may cover part of tuition only (based on financial need). Prerequisite Must be a certified technician and currently registered with Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Must have at least 2,000 hours work experience. Coursework Hours ACPE Approved Sterile Products Training (PHRA 1045) 56 Registration Applicants must provide proof of current credentials to obtain a signed Richland registration form. Additionally, students must submit a UH registration form along with a check or money order for $75 payable to UH College of Pharmacy. These steps must be completed five weeks prior to first class. Liability insurance required. More Information: Please contact LiAnne Webster: 972-238-6038, or e-mail LianneWebster@dcccd.edu

Rising Star Students: Qualified Rising Star Scholarship students may use their scholarship funds for the Medical Assisting, Pharmacy Technology, or Medical Practice Manager Programs. Contact your Rising Star counselor for details at 972-238-6122.

Computerized Drug Delivery Systems PHRA 1006* Hours: 48 Learn fundamentals of computer information systems and technology within the healthcare system. Includes specialized skills in the production of pharmaceutical documentation using selected pharmacy software packages and an overview of equipment and devices for drug distribution, preparation and manufacturing. Also covers mechanical, automatic and robotic drug delivery systems.

Institutional Pharmacy Technician Certificate Career Overview Institutional Pharmacy Technicians work in hospital or institutional pharmacies under the supervision of a registered, licensed pharmacist. They perform duties such as processing medication orders, filling and maintaining unit dose carts or automated dispensing machines, inventory management, distributing medications and compounding nonsterile and sterile medications. Length and Cost of Training The program consists of 608 hours of classroom and laboratory instruction and a 144-hour supervised internship. Full-time students can complete the program in two semesters. Tuition of $3,015 includes the Community Pharmacy Technician program. Books, uniforms, and liability insurance are additional expenses. Accreditation/Certification/Registration The Institutional Pharmacy Technician Program is accredited by the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP). To work as a pharmacy technician in the State of Texas, all pharmacy technicians are required to pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam and complete a registration process through the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Convicted felons may be ineligible. Prerequisites: High school diploma or high school senior or GED Eligible to work in the US Documentation or assessment of entry-level academic skills in reading, writing, and math Documentation or assessment of computer skills in Windows, Word, keyboarding speed of 25 wpm Completed application packet Personal interview Community Track Courses Introduction to Pharmacy (PHRA 1001) Pharmaceutical Math I (PHRA 1009) Community Pharmacy Practice (PHRA 1013) Insurance Customer Service (INSR 1017) Pharmacology for Technicians (PHRA 1005) Clinical: Pharmacy Technician/Assistant (PHRA 1060)

Hours 64 48 64 16 64 96 Total 352

Institutional Track Courses Institutional Pharmacy Practice (PHRA 1049) Pharmaceutical Math II (PHRA 1047) Intravenous Admixture & Sterile Compounding (PHRA 1045) Computerized Drug Delivery Systems (PHRA 1006) Pharmaceutical Update for Health Professionals (PHRA 1003) Technical Customer Service in Healthcare (EECT 1000) Practicum: Pharmacy Technician/Assistant (PHRA 1066)

Hours 48 32 80 48 16 32 144 Total 400 Community and Institutional Combined Total: 752 Course offerings vary by semester. Practicum Requirement: Proof of medical insurance, liability insurance, CPR, immunizations, TB test, submission of completed health form, criminal background check and drug screen, registration as technician trainee by TSBP. More information: Please call 972-238-6950, or e-mail HealthProfessions@dcccd.edu, or visit our website: www.richlandcollege.edu/hp

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SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title Days HEALTH PROFESSIONS PHARMACY TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS 495296 84002 ACPE Approved IV Technician Cert Course TTh 495295 84001 Automation in Pharmacy MWF 495234 84001 Clinical: Pharmacy Technician/Assistant M-S 495226 84001 Community Pharmacy Practice MWF 509829 83001 Comm Pharmacy Tech Cert for Pre-Pharm Majors M-Th 495223 84001 Computerized Drug Delivery Systems MWF 495182 84001 Institutional Pharmacy Practice MWF 498777 84001 Intravenous Admixture & Sterile Compounding TTh 495327 83001 Introduction To Pharmacy MWF 495329 83004 Introduction To Pharmacy Online M-S 495330 83001 Math Review for Health Professionals M-Th 495466 83001 Pharmaceutical Math I TTh 495468 83004 Pharmaceutical Math I Online Online 495469 84001 Pharmaceutical Math II TTh 498780 84004 Pharmaceutical Math II Online Online 495471 84001 Pharmaceutical Update for Health Professionals F 495476 84001 Pharmacology for Technicians TTh 510620 84001 Practicum-Pharmacy Technican/Assistant M-S 495518 84001 Technical Customer Service in Healthcare MW

Hours

6:00pm-8:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:00am-4:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm 2:00pm-5:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm 7:00am-3:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm

Dates

6/2-7/29 6/30-7/23 8/18-9/10 6/30-8/8 5/19-8/14 6/30-7/23 6/2-6/23 7/1-8/21 5/19-6/25 5/19-6/25 5/5-5/15 5/20-6/26 5/20-6/26 6/3-6/26 6/3-6/26 7/25-8/15 7/1-8/12 8/25-9/22 7/28-8/20

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

Fee

56/16 RC S167 $595 48/12 RC S175 $250 96/ Off campus $200 64/16 RC S167 $320 280/60 RC S167 $1,350 48/12 RC S175 $250 48/12 RC S167 $235 80/20 RC S167 $340 64/16 RC S175 $320 64/ Online $320 24/8 RC S175 $100 48/12 RC S167 $235 48/ Online $235 32/8 RC S175 $180 32/ Online $180 16/4 RC S175 $100 64/13 RC S175 $320 144/ Off campus $235 32/8 RC S167 $180

Instructor

Webster Hines Martin Martin Staff Hines Hines Hines Martin Webster Martin Olaloko Leyva Olaloko Leyva Webster Martin Albrecht Staff

Class schedules are subject to change. For current information, check the Web schedule at www.richlandcollege.edu/ce.

Orientation for online classes is mandatory. See your registration receipt for date, time and location.

Institutional Pharmacy Practice PHRA 1049* Hours: 48 Prerequisites: Completion of Comm. Pharm. program. Explore the roles and practice of a Pharm. Tech. within an institutional setting. Includes: hospital pharmacy organization; workflow; personnel regulations; sterile compounding; packaging and labeling, drug storage, drug distribution systems, cart fills, drug utilization evaluation, drug formulary criteria and quality assurance. Text required.

Insurance Customer Service in Healthcare INSR 1017* Hours: 16 Learn basic types of insurance plans and eligibility requirements for pharmacy benefits providers. Learn basic skills for effective communication with patients and insurance providers related to the pharmacy claims billing process.

Intravenous Admixture and Sterile Compounding PHRA 1045* Hours: 80 Prerequisites: Inst. Pharm. Practice, Pharm. Math II. Examine the processes and equipment involved with the mixing of sterile products specific to institutional and home healthcare pharmacy settings. Includes: development of proper aseptic technique within a controlled environment, sterile enteral and parenteral IV admixture, sterile IV chemotherapy admixture, dosage calculation and solution label preparation, workflow processes within the USP Chapter 797-compliant clean room, quality assurance

Health Professions

All Health Professions students must meet with the Admissions Coordinator or Program Administrator for program approval before registering for their first class. processes and procedures. Text and liability insurance required.

Information Sessions

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Certificates of completion

Sabine Hall, Room S171

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Your Training Source

Pharmaceutical Math I

Rising Star Students:

PHRA 1009* Hours: 48 Learn basic pharmacy mathematics as used by pharmacy technicians. Topics include: review of basic operations; metric system; apothecary systems of weight and volume; and applications of solving pharmaceutical and dosage problems for practical application of skills. Text required.

Qualified students may use their scholarship funds for the Medical Assisting or Pharmacy Technology Programs. Contact your Rising Star counselor for details at 972-238-6122.

PHRA 1066* Hours: 144 Prereqs.: All required course work and completion of clinical requirements. Students are placed in certified hospital sites and supervised by registered, licensed pharmacists as they complete an externship. Orientation session is required.

Pharmaceutical Math II Introduction to Pharmacy PHRA 1001* Hours: 64 An overview of the qualifications, operational guidelines, and job duties of a pharmacy technician. Topics include description of a pharmacy environment, the profile of a pharmacy technician, legal and ethical guidelines, job skills and duties, verbal and written communication skills, professional resources, safety techniques, and supply and inventory techniques.

Math Review for Health Professionals PHRA 1091* Hours: 24 Gain a working knowledge of the basic computations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole number and decimals. Instruction includes: working with ratios, fraction, percentages, and algebraic skills. This course is designed to prepare students with the basic math skills needed to enter the Health Professions Programs.

Financial Aid Financial aid is available for some Continuing Education programs. Please stop by, call or email for more information. Financial Aid office: Thunderduck Hall, Room T130

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PHRA 1047* Hours: 32 Prerequisites: Completion of Community Pharmacy Technician course work. Students explore mathematics as used by Institutional Pharmacy Technicians, where emphasis is placed on weight and volume in the metric system. Lab applications are directed to solving parenteral dosage problems. Topics include: ratio and proportion, dilution and concentration, milliequivalent units, and intravenous flow rates. Text required.

Technical Customer Service in Healthcare EECT 1000* Hours: 32 Prerequisites: Completion of Community Pharmacy Technician program and Institutional Pharmacy Practice. Learn general principles for communication with both internal and external customers within the institutional pharmacy practice setting. Skill development in the areas of: building/maintaining positive customer relationships, team building, conflict management, time management, intercultural diversity competencies, adapting to change, and adherence to regulatory requirements for best practices and process improvement.

Pharmaceutical Update for Health Professionals PHRA 1003* Hours: 16 Explore contemporary issues and topics relevant to a Pharmacy Technician. Topics may include automation, advanced technology and procedures, professional organization membership, quality assurance and continuing education.

Pharmacology for Technicians PHRA 1005* Hours: 64 Prerequisites: Intro to Pharm., Pharm. Math I. Students gain a working knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs and their uses in this foundational course. Topics include: how to prepare dosages and fill prescriptions; quality assurance; drug classes, drug characteristics and nomenclature, drug storage, safety procedures, drug actions on the human body and routes of administration. Text required.

Summer Sizzling Craft Classes Want something new to do this summer? Join us for our sizzling craft classes! • Digital Scrapbooking • Wire Jewelry Designing and Making • Sandwich Quilting • Ceramics, Drawing • Painting – Watercolor and Oil See page 47 for more information!

972-238-6188 or -6187

New Features on eConnect!

NEW! Register online for C.E. classes! Request your transcript online. Pay for C.E. classes. Check your grades.

Set up banking info for refunds. Update email, phone numbers, and privacy settings.

http://econnect.dcccd.edu/econnect/ce/cemenu.html

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English as a Second Language Workplace Communication Essential Skills for the Workplace: Beg. A & B

Workplace Development Skills

COMG 1091* Designed for students with very limited English speaking skills and limited reading and writing skills in their first language who are trying to enter the workforce. Two 30-hour courses are offered. Once students successfully complete the two part series they will be prepared to enter the Basic Workforce Communication Skills Program. Text required.

COMG 1091* Prereq.: Level 2. Text required. Listening/Speaking Skills: Increase communicative proficiency Reading and Vocabulary Development Reinforce reading skills Writing in the Workplace Develop organizational writing skills

Accent Reduction Skills for the Workplace

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Basic Workforce Communication Skills â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Levels 1-8 Level 1: COMG 1000*, Level 2: COMG 1001*, Level 3: COMG 1004*, Level 4: COMG 1005*, Level 5: COMG 1007*, Level 6: COMG 1008*, Level 7: COMG 1006*, Levels 7A & 8A: COMG 1040*, Levels 7B & 8B: COMG 1045*. Eight levels of instruction develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills to aid in workplace communication and to assist in functioning with greater confidence within the community. Coursework progresses from entry-level job readiness training to on-the-job performance enhancement. These classes are available in a fast track format that enables students to complete up to four full levels per semester. Text required.

Workplace Speaking Skills This course assists in the integration of interpersonal skills, social skills and cultural and conversational acclimation skills necessary to succeed in business and to become a team player. Text required. Workplace Speaking Beg. A and B COMG 1003* Workplace Speaking Int. A & Adv. A POFT 1091* Workplace Speaking Int. B & Adv. B POFT 1020*

POFT 1002* Instruction focuses on improving the quality of spoken English and reducing native accents, with the realization that job retention or advancement depends upon correct pronunciation and speaking skills. Recommended prerequisite is Level 2. Text required.

Advanced English Skills for the Workplace

Prereq: Level 4. Text required. Advanced Grammar Advanced Writing

POFT 1004*

TOEFL Preparation Course

ESOL 1008 The course focuses on test preparation, review and practice testing in reading comprehension, vocabulary, structure, written expression, and listening skills. Four review areas are covered; listening, reading, writing and grammar. Text required.

Conversation Partners and

Reading Assistance Program (RAP) These free programs provide nonnative speakers the chance to practice their new English speaking and reading skills with a partner once a week throughout the semester. Any student enrolled in an English as a Second Lan guage/Workplace Communication class through Continuing Education is welcome. To find out more, please stop by the Emeritus Program in Crockett Hall, Room C120. Sponsored by the Richland College Emeritus Program free of charge.

Start Here: Essential Skills for the Workplace: A & B

If You Are Enrolled In:

1A, 1B, 2A, or 2B

3A, 3B, 4A, or 4B

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Speaking Skills Beginning A & B Speaking Skills Intermediate A & B Speaking Skills Advanced A & B

Accent Reduction

And/ Or

Developmental Listening/Speaking; Developmental Reading/Vocabulary; Developmental Writing; Advanced Grammar & Writing Computer Essentials

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New Students, Follow These Steps 1 Go to the Multicultural Center in Thunderduck Hall or call 972-238-6900 to schedule an evaluation to determine your class placement. 2 Talk with an advisor to choose courses and to help complete your registration form. 3 Take your registration form to the Continuing Education counter to register and pay for your courses. Multicultural Center and Continuing Education Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Estudiantes Nuevos – Sigan las Siguientes Instrucciones: 1 Vaya al Centro Multicultural o llame al 972-238-6900 para hacer una cita para determinar su nivel de inglés. 2 Hable con un consejero para escoger sus cursos y para llenar la solicitud de inscripción. 3 Lleve su solicitud de inscripción al Departamento de Educación Continua ubicado en el primer piso de Thunderduck Hall para inscribirse y pagar las cuotas.

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Centro Multicultural y Educación Continua Nuesto horario es: lunes - jueves, 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; viernes,8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title ESSENTIAL SKILLS 496691 83003 Essential Skills Beg A 496692 83004 Essential Skills Beg A 496694 83005 Essential Skills Beg A 496696 84003 Essential Skills Beg A 496704 84002 Essential Skills Beg A 496709 84004 Essential Skills Beg A 496715 84001 Essential Skills Beg A

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MW 7:00pm-9:00pm TTh 6:00pm-8:00pm TTh 8:00pm-10:00pm S 8:00am-12:20pm S 1:00pm-5:20pm Sun 1:00pm-5:20pm M-F* 9:00am-12:00pm *Denotes Fast Track Class

Dates 5/12-7/2 5/13-7/1 5/13-7/1 5/17-7/12 5/17-7/12 5/18-7/13 6/2-6/13

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm. 30/15 30/15 30/15 30/7 30/7 30/7 30/10

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

T212 T253 T222 T241 T222 T247 Y103

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$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Colville Hood McMillan Hood Maphis Nowicki Merida

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SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE B 496718 84006 Essential Skills Beg A 496725 83007 Essential Skills Beg B 496727 84005 Essential Skills Beg B 496731 84007 Essential Skills Beg B 496735 84008 Essential Skills Beg B 496733 84009 Essential Skills Beg B 496737 84010 Essential Skills Beg B 496741 84013 Essential Skills Beg B 496744 84012 Essential Skills Beg B 496746 84014 Essential Skills Beg B WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 1A 496369 83001 1A 496372 83002 1A 496377 83003 1A 496381 84002 1A 496393 84003 1A 496396 84001 1A 496398 84004 1A 496406 84006 1A 496408 84011 1A WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 1B 496421 84005 1B 496423 84007 1B 496424 84008 1B 497152 84010 1B 496425 84009 1B 496426 84012 1B 496427 84014 1B 496428 84015 1B 496429 84013 1B WORKPLACE SPEAKING SKILLS - BEGINNING 496506 83003 Beginning A: Speaking Skills 496578 83004 Beginning A: Speaking Skills 496584 84001 Beginning B: Speaking Skills 496688 84002 Beginning B: Speaking Skills WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 2A 496431 83001 2A 496444 83002 2A 496446 84002 2A 496452 84003 2A 496454 84004 2A 496461 84008 2A 496468 84009 2A 496475 84014 2A WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 2B 496580 84001 2B 496585 84005 2B 496593 84006 2B 496636 84007 2B 496641 84010 2B 496643 84011 2B 496708 84012 2B 496710 84013 2B

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Days

Hours

Dates

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

Fee

Instructor

M-F* M-Th* M-F* M-F* TTh TTh MW S S Sun

9:00am-12:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm 9:00am-12:00pm 9:00am-12:00pm 6:00pm-8:00pm 8:00pm-10:00pm 7:00pm-9:00pm 8:00am-12:20pm 1:00pm-5:20pm 1:00pm-5:20pm

6/16-6/27 5/27-6/11 6/16-6/27 6/30-7/14 7/3-8/21 7/3-8/21 7/7-8/25 7/19-8/30 7/19-8/30 7/20-8/31

30/10 30/10 30/10 30/10 30/15 30/15 30/15 30/7 30/7 30/7

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

T241 T243 Y103 T241 T253 T222 T212 T241 T222 T247

$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Cerrato Sherman Merida Cerrato Hood McMillan Colville Hood Maphis Nowicki

MW MW TTh S Sun M-F* M-Th* M-F* M-F*

6:00pm-8:00pm 8:00pm-10:00pm 7:00pm-9:00pm 8:00am-12:20pm 1:00pm-5:20pm 9:00am-12:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm 9:00am-12:00pm 9:00am-12:00pm

5/12-7/2 5/12-7/2 5/13-7/1 5/17-7/12 5/18-7/13 6/2-6/13 6/12-6/30 6/30-7/14 7/15-7/28

48/15 48/15 48/15 48/7 48/7 48/10 48/10 48/10 48/10

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

T253 T253 T212 T245 TBA T212 T243 Y103 T241

$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Lambert Schragin Cockram Echevarria Staff Trelles Sherman Merida Cerrato

M-F M-Th TTh MW MW M-F* S Sun M-F*

9:00am-12:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm 7:00pm-9:00pm 6:00pm-8:00pm 8:00pm-10:00pm 9:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-12:20pm 1:00pm-5:20pm 9:00am-12:00pm

6/16-6/27 7/1-7/16 7/3-8/21 7/7-8/25 7/7-8/25 7/15-7/28 7/19-8/30 7/20-8/31 7/29-8/11

48/10 48/10 48/15 48/15 48/15 48/10 48/7 48/7 48/10

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

T212 T243 T212 T253 T253 Y103 T245 TBA T241

$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Trelles Sherman Cockram Lambert Schragin Merida Echevarria Staff Cerrato

MW TTh TTh MW

7:00am-9:00am 6:00pm-8:00pm 6:00pm-8:00pm 7:00am-9:00am

5/12-7/2 5/13-7/1 7/3-8/21 7/7-8/25

30/15 30/15 30/15 30/15

RC RC RC RC

T243 Y103 Y103 T243

$60 $60 $60 $60

Sherman Maphis Maphis Sherman

MW TTh S Sun M-F* M-Th* M-F* M-F*

7:00pm-9:00pm 6:00pm-8:00pm 8:00am-12:20pm 1:00pm-5:20pm 9:00am-12:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm 9:00am-12:00pm 9:00am-12:00pm

5/12-7/2 5/13-7/1 5/17-7/12 5/18-7/13 6/30-7/14 7/17-8/4 7/29-8/11 8/12-8/25

48/15 48/15 48/7 48/7 48/10 48/10 48/10 48/10

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

T210 T222 T243 T245 T212 T243 Y103 T241

$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Maphis McMillan Sherman Hermann Trelles Sherman Merida Cerrato

M-F* 7:00am-9:00am TTh 6:00pm-8:00pm MW 7:00pm-9:00pm M-F* 9:00am-12:00pm S 8:00am-12:20pm Sun 1:00pm-5:20pm M-Th* 6:00pm-9:00pm M-F* 9:00am-12:00pm *Denotes Fast Track class

6/2-6/20 7/3-8/21 7/7-8/25 7/15-7/28 7/19-8/30 7/20-8/31 8/5-8/20 8/12-8/25

48/15 48/15 48/15 48/10 48/7 48/7 48/10 48/10

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

T247 T222 T210 T212 T243 T245 T243 Y103

$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Fahrendorff McMillan Maphis Trelles Sherman Hermann Sherman Merida

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Course # Section Title Days Hours WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 3A 496713 83001 3A MW 6:00pm-8:00pm 496717 83002 3A MW 8:00pm-10:00pm 496723 83003 3A TTh 7:00pm-9:00pm 496729 84002 3A S 8:00am-12:00pm 496726 84001 3A S 1:00pm-5:20pm 496732 84003 3A Sun 1:00pm-5:20pm 496734 84004 3A M-F* 7:00am-9:00am 496736 84009 3A M-F* 9:00am-12:00pm WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 3B TTh 7:00pm-9:00pm 496739 84005 3B 496743 84007 3B MW 6:00pm-8:00pm 496740 84006 3B MW 8:00pm-10:00pm 496745 84008 3B M-F* 7:00am-9:00am 496747 84010 3B S 8:00am-12:20pm 496751 84011 3B S 1:00pm-5:20pm 496753 84012 3B Sun 1:00pm-5:20pm 496755 84013 3B M-F* 9:00am-12:00pm ACCENT REDUCTION SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE 496256 84001 Accent Reduction Skills I MW 6:45pm-8:45pm 496438 84002 Accent Reduction Skills II MW 6:45pm-8:45pm WORKPLACE SPEAKING SKILLS - INTERMEDIATE 496748 83002 Intermediate A: Speaking Skills MW 12:30pm-2:30pm 496752 83003 Intermediate A: Speaking Skills TTh 6:00pm-8:00pm 496756 84001 Intermediate B: Speaking Skills TTh 6:00pm-8:00pm 496823 84002 Intermediate B: Speaking Skills MW 12:30pm-2:30pm WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT SKILLS 496826 83002 Workplace Listening/Speaking Skills I MW 8:00pm-10:00pm 496828 84011 Workplace Listening/Speaking Skills II MW 8:00pm-10:00pm 496829 83006 Workplace Reading/Vocabulary Skills Th 7:00pm-9:00pm 496831 83001 Workplace Writing Skills T 7:00pm-9:00pm WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 4A 496762 83001 4A MW 6:00pm-8:00pm 496767 83002 4A TTh 8:00pm-10:00pm 496777 84003 4A S 8:00am-12:20pm 496789 84004 4A Sun 1:00pm-5:20pm 496794 83003 4A M-Th* 6:00pm-9:00pm 496796 84002 4A M-F* 7:00am-9:00am 496798 84001 4A M-F* 9:00am-12:00pm 496813 84012 4A M-F* 7:00am-9:00am WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 4B 496814 84005 4B M-Th* 6:00pm-9:00pm 496816 84006 4B M-F* 9:00am-12:00pm 496818 84007 4B M-F* 7:00am-9:00am 496822 84008 4B TTh 8:00pm-10:00pm 496825 84009 4B MW 6:00pm-8:00pm 496830 84010 4B S 8:00am-12:20pm 496833 84011 4B Sun 1:00pm-5:20pm *Denotes Fast Track class

Dates

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

Fee

Instructor

5/12-7/2 5/12-7/2 5/13-7/1 5/17-7/12 5/17-7/12 5/18-7/13 6/23-7/14 7/29-8/11

48/15 48/15 48/15 48/7 48/7 48/7 48/15 48/10

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

T222 T245 T210 T253 Y103 T241 T247 T212

$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Mulkey Rojo Stover Schragin Merida Marram Fahrendorff Trelles

7/3-8/21 7/7-8/25 7/7-8/25 7/15-8/4 7/19-8/30 7/19-8/30 7/20-8/31 8/12-8/25

48/15 48/15 48/15 48/15 48/7 48/7 48/7 48/10

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

T210 T222 T245 T247 T253 Y103 T241 T212

$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Stover Mulkey Rojo Farhendorff Schragin Merida Marram Trelles

6/2-7/9 7/14-8/20

24/12 RC Y103 24/12 RC Y103

$60 $60

Merida Merida

5/12-7/2 5/13-7/1 7/3-8/21 7/7-8/25

30/15 30/15 30/15 30/15

RC RC RC RC

Y103 T241 T241 Y103

$60 $60 $60 $60

Merida Cerrato Cerrato Merida

5/12-7/2 7/7-8/25 5/15-8/21 5/13-8/19

30/15 30/15 30/15 30/15

RC RC RC RC

TBA TBA TBA TBA

5/12-7/2 5/13-7/1 5/17-7/12 5/18-7/13 5/27-6/11 6/2-6/20 6/2-6/13 8/5-8/25

48/15 48/15 48/7 48/7 48/10 48/15 48/10 48/15

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

T245 T241 TBA T243 T247 T212 T247 T247

6/12-6/30 6/16-6/27 6/23-7/14 7/3-8/21 7/7-8/25 7/19-8/30 7/20-8/31

48/10 48/10 48/15 48/15 48/15 48/7 48/7

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

T247 T247 T212 T241 T245 TBA T243

$65 $65 $65 $65 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Trelles Trelles Trelles Trelles Hermann Marram Staff Mulkey Fahrendorff Trelles Fahrendorff Fahrendorff Fahrendorff Fahrendorff Trelles Marram Hermann Staff Mulkey

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SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008

Richland College

LANGUAGE

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 5A AND 5B 496478 83001 5A 496484 84004 5A 496493 84005 5A 496504 84003 5A 496513 84007 5A 496520 84008 5A 496524 84011 5A 496529 84002 5B 496533 84006 5B 496540 84009 5B 496547 84010 5B 496622 84012 5B 496626 84013 5B 496654 84014 5B 496867 84015 5B WORKPLACE SPEAKING SKILLS - ADVANCED 496450 83001 Advanced A: Speaking Skills 496456 84001 Advanced A: Speaking Skills 496476 84003 Advanced B: Speaking Skills 496498 84004 Advanced B: Speaking Skills ADVANCED ENGLISH SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE 496442 83005 Adv. Workplace Grammar Skills 496447 84001 Adv. Workplace Writing Skills WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 6A 496869 84006 6A 496871 84005 6A 496872 84007 6A 496878 84010 6A 496895 84011 6A 496897 84013 6A 496979 84004 6B 496923 84009 6B 496898 84008 6B 496924 84012 6B 496929 84014 6B 496933 84015 6B

Days

Hours

TTh S Sun M-F* M-F* M-Th* M-F* M-F* M-F* TTh M-F* M-Th* S Sun M-F*

6:00pm-8:00pm 8:00am-12:20pm 1:00pm-5:20pm 7:00am-9:00am 9:00am-12:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm 7:00am-9:00am 9:00am-12:00pm 7:00am-9:00am 6:00pm-8:00pm 9:00am-12:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm 8:00am-12:20pm 1:00pm-5:20pm 7:00am-9:00am

5/13-7/1 5/17-7/12 5/18-7/13 6/2-6/20 6/30-7/14 7/1-7/16 7/15-8/4 6/2-6/13 6/23-7/14 7/3-8/21 7/15-7/28 7/17-8/4 7/19-8/30 7/20-8/31 8/5-8/25

48/15 48/7 48/7 48/15 48/10 48/10 48/15 48/10 48/15 48/15 48/10 48/10 48/7 48/7 48/15

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

MW S MW S

6:00pm-8:00pm 1:00pm-5:20pm 6:00pm-8:00pm 1:00pm-5:20pm

5/12-7/2 5/17-7/12 7/7-8/25 7/19-8/30

30/15 30/7 30/15 30/7

RC RC RC RC

TTh TTh

8:00pm-10:00pm 5/13-7/1 8:00pm-10:00pm 7/3-8/21

S 8:00am-12:20pm M-Th* 4:00pm-6:00pm M-F* 9:00am-12:00pm M-F* 7:00am-9:00am M-F* 9:00am-12:00pm M-Th* 6:00pm-9:00pm M-Th* 12:30pm-3:30pm M-F* 9:00am-12:00pm M-Th* 4:00pm-6:00pm S 8:00am-12:20pm M-F* 7:00am-9:00am M-F* 9:00am-12:00pm *Denotes Fast Track class

Dates

5/17-7/12 6/3-6/26 6/16-6/27 7/15-8/4 7/29-8/11 8/5-8/20 5/27-6/11 6/30-7/14 6/30-7/23 7/19-8/30 8/5-8/25 8/12-8/25

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

Fee

Instructor

T245 T247 T253 T241 T247 T247 T212 T243 T241 T245 T247 T247 T247 T253 T212

$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Echevarria Fahrendorff Wooten Cerrato Fahrendorff Fahrendorff Trelles Sherman Cerrato Echevarria Fahrendorff Fahrendorff Fahrendorff Wooten Trelles

T241 Y103 T241 Y103

$60 $60 $60 $60

Cerrato Merida Cerrato Merida

30/15 RC T245 30/15 RC T245

$65 $65

Hermann Hermann

48/7 48/15 48/10 48/15 48/10 48/10 48/10 48/10 48/15 48/7 48/15 48/10

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

TBA T241 T243 T241 T247 T247 T247 T243 T241 TBA T241 T247

$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Staff Cerrato Sherman Cerrato Fahrendorff Fahrendorff Fahrendorff Sherman Cerrato Staff Cerrato Fahrendorff

Customer Service Skills: Help Desk Keyboarding I Internet Essentials

Computer Essentials II (Intro to Vista) MS Office 2007

PC Hardware, PC Software PC Small Network/Security (coming Fall, 2008)

See pages 4-6 for course descriptions and schedule, and For more information, call Judy at 972-238-6069 or email JudyG@dcccd.edu.

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Workplace Development Skills Listening/Speaking Development COMG 1091* Hours: 30 Prereq.: Level 2. Increases communicative proficiency on the job and assists students in the ability to utilize the language to serve their needs in a workplace setting. Text required.

Reading and Vocabulary Development COMG 1091* Hours: 30 Prereq: Level 2. Reinforces reading skills within a work context such as understanding work directives and policies and applying reading comprehension skills to workrelated literature. Text required.

Writing Development COMG 1091* Hours: 30 Prereq: Level 2. Focus on developing organizational writing skills that could be applied to writing clear and concise memos and business letters. Text required.

Conversation Partners and Reading Assistance Program (RAP)

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These free programs provide non-native speakers the chance to practice their new English speaking and reading skills with a partner once a week throughout the semester. Any student enrolled in an English as a Second Language/Workplace Communication class through Continuing Education is welcome. To find out more, please stop by the Emeritus Program in Crockett Hall, Room C120.

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008

Course # Section Title WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 7A AND 7B 496937 84001 7A 496980 84003 7A 496938 84005 7A 496940 84006 7A 496995 84002 7B 496944 84006 7B 496945 84004 7B WORKFORCE COMMUNICATION SKILLS 8A AND 8B 496946 84002 8A 496989 84004 8A 496947 84007 8A 496948 84001 8B 496949 84005 8B 496997 84003 8B TOEFL PREP 496832 83028 TOEFL Preparation I 505138 84002 TOEFL Preparation II

Days

Hours

S M-Th* M-F* M-Th* M-Th* S M-F*

8:00am-12:20pm 12:30pm-3:30pm 9:00am-12:00pm 4:00pm-6:00pm 12:30pm-3:30pm 8:00am-12:20pm 9:00am-12:00pm

5/17-7/12 6/12-6/30 7/15-7/28 7/24-8/19 7/1-7/16 7/19-8/30 7/29-8/11

30/7 30/10 30/10 30/15 30/10 30/7 30/10

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

TBA T247 T243 T241 T247 TBA T243

S M-Th* M-F* M-F* S M-Th*

8:00am-12:20pm 12:30pm-3:30pm 9:00am-12:00pm 9:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-12:20pm 12:30pm-3:30pm

5/17-7/12 7/17-8/4 8/12-8/25 6/2-6/13 7/19-8/30 8/5-8/20

30/7 30/10 30/10 30/10 30/7 30/10

RC RC RC RC RC RC

TBA T247 T243 T241 TBA T247

5/10-6/28 7/12-8/23

28/7 RC T243 28/7 RC T243

S 1:00pm-5:00pm S 1:00pm-5:00pm *Denotes Fast Track class

Dates

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

Fee

Instructor

$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55

Staff Fahrendorff Sherman Cerrato Fahrendorff Staff Sherman

$55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $55 $60 $60

Staff Fahrendorff Sherman Cerrato Staff Fahrendorff Sherman Sherman

*See our website for WECM course title and description: www.richlandcollege.edu

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Sponsored by the Richland College Emeritus Program free of charge.

Richland College

Foreign Language Courses Concurrent Enrollment These courses focus on comprehension, speaking, reading, writing and grammar. Emphasis is on pronunciation, comprehension and oral expression. Cultural insights are presented. Speaking and writing is intensified in the intermediate levels.

Guide to Placement in Foreign Language Courses 1411 – little or no background in the language 1412 – communicate in a limited range of everyday situations i.e. greetings, ordering food, expressing simple wants, etc. 2311 – can converse on more complex subjects in present, past and future tenses (students in level 2311 courses typically have finished a first year college-level textbook) 2312 – build fluency, review grammar and read short stories.

Advanced conversation - have a good speaking and reading knowledge of the language and can engage in spontaneous conversations and discussions. Placement tests are available in the Language Lab: B217/ B218. Please call Delphina at 972-238-6909 for more information on placement testing. (Test offered only for Spanish, French, German and Korean)

Concurrent enrollment classes have limited space.

LANGUAGE

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title Days Hours FOREIGN LANGUAGE 498768 84001 Spanish, Beginning MW 7:45pm-9:45pm 498771 84002 Spanish, Beginning MW 7:45pm-9:45pm FOREIGN LANGUAGE, CONCURRENT The following courses are available for non-credit enrollment through Continuing Education. 497078 84001 American Sign Language, Beg I: SGNL 1301 MW 8:40am-11:40am 497079 84002 American Sign Language, Beg II: SGNL 1302 TTh 8:40am-11:40am 497080 84001 French, Beginning I: FREN 1411 M-F 7:30am-10:30am 497081 84002 French, Beginning I: FREN 1411 M-F 5:40pm-8:40pm 497082 84003 French, Beginning II: FREN 1412 M-Th 7:30am-10:20am 497083 84004 French, Beginning II: FREN 1412 M-Th 6:00pm-8:50pm 497084 84005 French, Intermediate I: FREN 2311 M-F 10:40am-12:50pm 497085 84006 French, Intermediate II: FREN 2312 M-Th 10:30am-12:30pm 497087 84008 German, Beginning I: GERM 1411 M-F 1:00pm-4:00pm 497086 84007 German, Beginning I: GERM 1411 M-F 6:30pm-9:30pm 497088 84009 German, Beginning II: GERM 1412 M-Th 1:00pm-4:00pm 497089 84010 German, Beginning II: GERM 1412 M-Th 6:30pm-9:20pm 497090 84011 Japanese, Beginning I: JAPN 1411 M-F 8:40am-11:40am 497091 84012 Spanish Conversation: SPAN 2306 M-F 1:00pm-4:00pm 497092 84013 Spanish, Beginning I: SPAN 1411 M-F 8:40am-11:40am 497093 84014 Spanish, Beginning I: SPAN 1411 M-F 10:40am-1:40pm 497094 84017 Spanish, Beginning I: SPAN 1411 M-F 5:40pm-8:40pm 497096 84015 Spanish, Beginning I: SPAN 1411 M-Th 9:40am-12:30pm 497097 84016 Spanish, Beginning I: SPAN 1411 M-Th 6:00pm-8:50pm 497099 84019 Spanish, Beginning II: SPAN 1412 M-F 7:30am-10:30am 497100 84021 Spanish, Beginning II: SPAN 1412 M-F 5:40pm-8:40pm 497101 84018 Spanish, Beginning II: SPAN 1412 M-Th 6:00pm-8:50pm 497102 84020 Spanish, Beginning II: SPAN 1412 M-Th 9:40pm-12:30pm

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Dates

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

Fee

Instructor

6/2-7/9 7/14-8/20

24/12 RC TBA 24/12 RC TBA

$85 $85

Dickey Dickey

6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 7/9-8/7 7/9-8/7 6/9-7/3 7/9-8/7 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 7/9-8/7 7/9-8/7 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 7/9-8/7 7/9-8/7 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 7/9-8/7 7/9-8/7

48/20 48/20 80/30 80/30 80/30 80/30 48/20 48/20 80/30 80/30 80/30 80/30 80/30 48/20 80/30 80/30 80/30 80/30 80/30 80/30 80/30 80/30 80/30

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

S123 S123 D150 D150 D150 D150 D150 D150 D150 S105 D150 B156 B137 D150 B111 B107 B107 B137 B111 B107 B111 B107 B107

$117 $117 $156 $156 $156 $156 $117 $117 $156 $156 $156 $156 $156 $117 $156 $156 $156 $156 $156 $156 $156 $156 $156

Covell Covell Poublan Hadlo Andresen Hadlo Poublan Staff Little Little Little Little Kobayashi Pascal Carvajal Rojas Staff Mayo Staff Staff Staff Staff Rojas

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Foreign Language Certificates

This certificate is applicable in a wide range of situations - travel, written and oral communication, cultural sensitivity in business situations, and marketable language skills for the workplace. Length of Training This 256-hour program enables students to perform at a basic proficiency level, incorporating accurate pronunciation, listening and speaking skills, reading, writing and translating skills. Coursework also explores culture and customs. Students can expect to complete the program in a minimum of four semesters by taking morning, afternoon or evening classes. Students must register and successfully complete at least three courses through Continuing Education at Richland to qualify for certificate.

Certificate Options Spanish Certificate Spanish, Beginning (SPAN 1411 & 1412) Spanish, Int. (SPAN 2311 & 2312) French Certificate French, Beginning (FREN 1411 & 1412) French, Int. (FREN 2311 & 2312) German Certificate German, Beginning (GERM 1411 & 1412) German, Int (GERM 2311 & 2312) Italian Certificate Italian, Beginning (ITAL 1411 & 1412) Italian, Int. (ITAL 2311 & 2312) Japanese Certificate Japanese, Beginning (JAPN 1411 & 1412) Japanese, Int. (JAPN 2311 & 2312) Course offerings vary by semester. More information Please contact Whitney: 972-238-6010, or email WMartinez@dcccd.edu

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title Days Hours FOREIGN LANGUAGE, CONCURRENT, CONTINUED The following courses are available for non-credit enrollment through Continuing Education. 497104 84023 Spanish, Intermediate I: SPAN 2311 M-F 9:50am-12:00pm 497103 84022 Spanish, Intermediate I: SPAN 2311 M-F 5:40pm-7:50pm 497105 84024 Spanish, Intermediate I: SPAN 2311 M-Th 5:40pm-7:40pm 497106 84025 Spanish, Intermediate II: SPAN 2312 M-Th 9:40am-11:40am 497107 84027 Spanish, Introduction I: SPAN 1300 M-F 12:10pm-2:20pm 497108 84026 Spanish, Introduction I: SPAN 1300 M-Th 11:50am-1:50pm 497109 84029 Spanish, Introduction II: SPAN 1311 M-F 12:10pm-2:20pm 497110 84028 Spanish, Introduction II: SPAN 1311 M-Th 7:30pm-9:30pm 497111 84030 Vietnamese, Beginning I: VIET 1411 M-F 6:30pm-9:30pm 497112 84036 Vietnamese, Beginning II: VIET 1412 M-Th 6:30pm-9:30pm

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Staff Staff Beard Beard Staff Beard Staff Mayo Cung Cung

The Dallas County Community College District Vision The Dallas County Community College District adds value to lives and builds communities.

The Dallas County Community College District Mission Statement We prepare students to become productive and responsible members in communities that are increasingly diverse in a world that continues to change dramatically. We provide students with academic, technical, work and life skills, as well as the self-confidence to be successful in the workplace, community, and in other endeavors.

The Richland College Mission Statement The mission of Richland College is teaching, learning, community building. Richland College identifies and meets the needs, primarily of adults, in our principal geographic service area of northeast Dallas, Richardson, and Garland, Texas. Richland College offers courses, programs and services to enable students to achieve their educational goals and become lifelong learners, community builders and global citizens. We enable employees to model excellence in their service to students, colleagues, and community.

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Language Focus International business, increasing immigration, and expanding tourism make language skills more valuable than ever before. Evidence of this 21st century global society is unmistakable in the Dallas area: numerous international companies headquarter in the metroplex, and international business and trade abound.

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Human Resources Certificate

erations. Special focus includes techniques to reduce culturally-biased hiring practices

Program Overview The Human Resources Management program is designed to provide a broad perspective of HRM in today’s business environment. Each class offers a comprehensive and practical grounding in a major area of interest to human resource generalists. Length of Training Students may enroll in individual classes; however, the prerequisite for some of the classes is the Introduction to Human Resource Management. Coursework Hours Intro to Human Resources Management 16 HR Legal Issues 24 Understanding Training & Dev’t Function in HR 12 Compensation Perspectives 12 Employee Benefits Overview 12 Health & Safety 12 Employee Relations/Performance Management 32 Recruitment and Selection 14 HRM: A Global Perspective 12 Total 146 Optional Coursework Payroll Fundamentals for HR Practitioners HR Basics Grantwriting Course offerings vary by semester.

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and improve culturally-sensitive interviewing.

Understanding the Training and Dev’t Function in HR HRPO 1003* Hours: 12 An overview of training and development, with emphasis on targeting training to organizational goals and mission, budgeting, assessment, design, delivery, evaluation, and training justification. Topics include: needs analysis, adult learning principles, and instructional techniques.

Introduction to Human Resources Management HRPO 1041* Hours: 16 Designed for individuals who want to launch a career in Human Resources or need a comprehensive update. An overview of challenges facing today’s organizations. Includes philosophy, purpose, and management objectives that are key to HRM.

Compensation Perspectives HRPO 1091* Hours: 12 An in-depth explanation of the cash compensation function beginning with a thorough understanding of Fair Labor Standards Act determining exempt and non-exempt nuances, job evaluation methods, job description writing techniques, survey practices, and wage and salary structure development. A work project parallels each step of the elements described above.

HR Legal Issues HRPO 1004* Hours: 24 Prereq.: Introduction to Human Resources Management. A detailed introduction to federal and state employment laws. Instruction includes workplace discrimination, the role and purpose of the EEOC, affirmative action, privacy rights, wage and hour issues, and employment-at-will theory. Includes strategies for applying legal theories and modeling lawful behavior in the workplace. A separate text is required.

Employee Benefits Overview HRPO 1091 Hours: 12 A comprehensive introduction to statutory and optional employment benefits. Instruction includes industry patterns and differences, current benefit trends, characteristics of typical plans, cost containment, federal regulations (ERISA,COBRA and HIPAA), and preparation for legislation expected to be enacted in summer 2006.

Recruitment and Selection HRPO 1000* Hours: 14 Introduction to hiring skills and tools focusing on position analysis and review, skill identification, market pricing, interviewing strategies, testing and legal consid-

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # 495042 495040 495043 495044 495036 495038

Section 84001 84001 84001 84001 84001 84002

Title Days Introduction to Human Resource Management MW HR Legal Issues MW Recruitment and Selection S Understanding Training & Dev’t Function in HR MW Compensation Perspectives MW Employee Benefits Overview MW

Hours 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 9:00am-5:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm

Dates 6/2-6/11 6/16-7/2 7/12-7/19 7/14-7/23 7/28-8/6 8/11-8/20

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Rm. D142 D142 D142 D142 D142 D142

Fee $125 $150 $110 $100 $100 $100

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BUSG 1024* Hours: 21 Topics include the business plan, raising capital, defining and entering the market, planning cash-flow, insurance and benefit planning, and basic management techniques.

How to Develop an Effective Marketing & Advertising Plan BMGT 1017* Hours: 32 Developing an effective marketing plan is the foundation for a successful business. Topics include: market segmenting; evaluating competition; sales and advertising strategies; developing returning client relationships; evaluating media options; and proper use for advertising and sales promotions. The end result will be a written marketing and advertising plan for each student.

Developing a Small Business Plan BUSG 1025* Hours: 18 Step-by-step instruction in how to develop a business plan for small business startup or expansion that can be submitted to a financial institution or used for implementation. Emphasis on importance of the plan, components, format, and other considerations.

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Business Math Fundamentals BUSG 1008* Hours: 16 This course is taught in a format and at a pace suitable for the small business owner who has been away from math for awhile. Topics include: terminology and symbols; fractions, decimals, and percents; order of operations; calculation of depreciation, interest, and price mark up. Bring your calculator.

HR Basics HRPO 1000 Hours: 7 Encompasses essentials of the HR function and includes fundamental requirements of a one-person or start-up HR department. Learn requirements and pitfalls as you move into the HR role.

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Small Business Record Keeping BUSG 1020* Hours: 7 To be successful, a small business person must have a working knowledge of how to keep effective records, as well as what the IRS and other agencies and institutions require. Includes employment taxes, deposit and record-keeping requirements, and preparation of various forms.

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Certificate Program Overview Downsizing and layoffs should not phase you if you have the capabilities of creating a demand for your goods or services. However, staying current in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s changing world can mean the difference between success and failure for small business owners. It means developing business plans, locating capital, managing employees, understanding forms of ownership, understanding tax and legal liability, knowing new selling techniques, developing new products, and much more. From solo entrepreneurs to companies with hundreds of employees, small business means jobs and stability. Texts required. Length of Training The 153-hour basic program provides the framework for successful business startup. Additional computer software courses enable the student to enter the world of entrepreneurship. Suggested Computer Software Word, Parts I & II Access, Parts I & II Excel, Parts I & II PowerPoint Core Coursework Hours How to Start & Operate a Small Business 21 Developing a Small Business Plan 18 Tax Essentials for Small Business 7 Small Business Recordkeeping 7 HR Basics 7 Develop an Effective Marketing & Advertising Plan 32 Successful Communications for Business 16 Business Math Fundamentals 16 Quickbooks 24 Total 148 Optional Coursework Accounting for Non-Accountants Payroll Fundamentals for HR Practitioners Grantwriting Coursework varies by semester.

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How to Start and Operate a Small Business

Small Business

Quickbooks, page 39 More information Please contact Candy: 972-238-6008, or email CMTafolla@dcccd.edu

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # 495058 495057 495050 495048 495059 495061

Section 84001 84001 84001 84001 84001 84001

Title How to Start & Operate a Small Business How to Develop an Effective Mktg & Adv Plan Developing a Small Business Plan Business Math Fundamentals HR Basics Small Business Record Keeping

Days TTh TTh TTh S TTh TTh

Hours 6:00pm-9:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm 8:30am-12:30pm 6:00pm-9:30pm 6:00pm-9:30pm

Dates 6/3-6/19 6/24-7/17 7/22-8/7 7/26-8/16 8/12-8/14 8/19-8/21

Hrs./Sess. 21/6 32/8 18/6 16/4 7/2 7/2

Loc. RC RC RC RC RC RC

Rm. D142 D142 D142 C247 D142 D142

Fee $150 $160 $145 $125 $75 $75

Instructor Marishak Parker Marishak Hackman Hicks Marishak

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Online Supervisor

Online Manager

Certificate

Overview Today’s supervisors operate in a dynamic, ever-changing work environment. The Supervisor Certificate is designed to prepare students who want to learn leadership and management concepts in a hands-on skills-oriented manner that will establish them as successful supervisors in today’s competitive world of work.

Overview Every company in literally every industry needs highly motivated knowledge-based managers in order to help achieve organizational goals. Whether you're a seasoned manager, a new manager, or simply would like to become a manager, this certificate can help you achieve your career goals and enhance your leadership and management skills. Our online management classes can assist you in developing real-world practical skills which have immediate applicability in any work environment You will learn cutting-edge management skills, concepts, and strategies that will help you to: Lead others with excellence Proactively resolve conflicts Select and retain the best employees Build high performing collaborative work teams Effectively manage others in a global economy Develop short term, moderate, and long term plans Effectively solve problems and make wise strategic decisions Apply emotional intelligence strategies that will help develop confident, highly productive employees Effectively manage diverse, multi-generational work groups Use communication strategies that inspire and motivate others Effectively manage change and minimize employee resistance Improve employee performance with feedback, rewards, and positive reinforcement

Students who complete this certificate will learn key fundamental business concepts and management principles–critical knowledge that will enhance their effectiveness as supervisors. They will also learn very practical ways to inspire, motivate, and empower others in today’s diverse workforce in order to achieve organizational goals. A few of the many practical supervisor skills offered in this certificate include: goal setting, budgeting, scheduling, computer skills, delegating, motivating, negotiating, handling grievances, coaching, team building, communications, and evaluating employees’ performance. Coursework Hours Principles to Management (BMGT 1303) 48 Intro to Computer (ITSC 1401) –or– department approval for ITSC courses 64 Supervision (BMGT 1301) 48 Organizational Behavior (HRPO 2307) 48 Total 208 More Information Please contact Judy: 972-238-6069; or Linda: 972-238-6348 or LMorable@dcccd.edu

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Hours 48 48 48 48 Total 192

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Coursework Supervision (BMGT 1301) Human Resources Management (HRPO 2301) Organizational Behavior (HRPO 2307) Problem Solving (BMGT 2303)

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499077 83040 Human Resources Management: HRPO 2301 Online 499080 84041 Principles of Management: BMGT 1303 Online

5/12-7/3 6/7-7/3

48/0 Online 48/0 Online

$117 $117

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Accounting SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title ACCOUNTING 495081 84001 Bookkeeping I 495083 84001 Bookkeeping II COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING 495035 84002 Quickbooks 495039 84003 Quickbooks 496255 84005 Quickbooks, Advanced

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Bookkeeping II

ACNT 1001* Hours: 30 This course focuses on analyzing, classifying, and recording business transactions. Emphasizes understanding of complete accounting cycle and preparing financial statements, bank reconciliations, and payroll. Text required.

ACNT 1042 Hours: 30 A continuation of Bookkeeping I. Emphasis will be on par tnership and corporate accounting. Students will learn about cash flow, special journals, sales and cash journals, inventory, uncollectible accounts, and financial statements and end-of-fiscal period entries.

6/3-7/3 7/8-8/7

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30/10 RC E089 $150 30/10 RC E089 $150

Boyd Boyd

24/6 RC T219 $195 24/6 RC T219 $195 24/6 RC T219 $195

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Computerized Accounting Quickbooks ITSC 2032* Hours: 24 Prereqs.: Basic knowledge of Windows op. system. Need to get your business financials organized? Learn the fundamentals of Quickbooks. Topics include: setting up a company; working with lists; selling your products; invoicing; payment processing; working with bank accounts; entering and paying bills; and online banking. Text and USB flash drive are required.

Quickbooks, Advanced ACNT 2033 Hours: 24 A continuation of Quickbooks with emphasis on payroll and end-of-year reports.

Comprehensive Irrigation Installation and Maintenance L

Irrigation Design for Certification L

HALT 1091 Hours: 8 This course is designed for newer irrigators that want to sharpen their irrigation skills and for seasoned irrigators that want to arm their know-how with the latest irrigation techniques. Topics include review and direction of the irrigation industry, principles and hydraulics, latest irrigation components, irrigation design process, blueprint reading, installation tips, water scheduling, electrical troubleshooting and Texas laws.

HALT 1033* Hours: 40 Approved by the TX Commission of Environmental Quality to prepare candidates for the State Irrigator License. Instruction covers the required 32 hours in rules, regulations, standards, terminology, charts, graphs relevant to the irrigation industry. Instructor is a licensed irrigator and is approved by the state to teach this course. Text required.

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SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title IRRIGATION DESIGN 498758 84001 Business Strategies for Texas Irrigators 498761 84003 Irrigation Design for Certification 498766 84002 Irrigation Design for Certification

Days F M-F M-F

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Hours 8:00am-5:00pm 8:00am-5:00pm 8:00am-5:00pm

Dates

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

8/15 6/9-6/13 8/4-8/8

8/1 RC TBA 40/5 RC TBA 40/5 RC TBA

Fee $160 $375 $375

Instructor Sheppard Sheppard Sheppard

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Richland College

Import-Export Certificate

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Career Pathways Today’s global marketplace extends career opportunities worldwide with interests for entrepreneurs and companies of all sizes. International business opportunity abounds in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex where over 4,000 international companies, 5,000 corporate headquarters, and more than 140,000 businesses reside. Length of Training Richland’s 432-hour program was developed in association with local industry representatives and may be completed within a minimum of one year by taking day, evening and/or weekend classes. Coursework Hours Intro to Int’l Business & Trade (IBUS 1305) 48 Global Logistics Management (IBUS 1373) 48 Intercultural Management (IBUS 2341) 48 Principles of Exports (IBUS 1301) 48 Principles of Imports (IBUS 1302) 48 Int’l e-Commerce Systems (IBUS 1349) 48 Electives (Select three courses) Hours Int’l Marketing Management (IBUS 1354) 48 Int’l Banking & Trade Finance (IBUS 2339) 48 Int’l Business Law (IBUS 2335) 48 Import Customs Regulation (IBUS 2345) 48 Special Topics in Int’l Business (IBUS 1191) 16 Total Hours 432 Course offerings vary by semester. Texts are required for all courses. More information Please contact Martha: 972-238-6210, or email MHogan@dcccd.edu

Import Customs Regulations: IBUS 2345

Intro to International Business and Trade: IBUS 1305 IBUS 1005*

Hours: 48

Apply global environmental factors to operating procedures for functional areas of firms in international marketplace.

Global Supply Chain Management: IBUS 1341 IBUS 1041 Hours: 48 International purchasing or sourcing. Includes the advantages and the barriers of purchasing internationally, global sourcing, procurement technology, and purchasing processes. Emphasizes issues of contract administration, location, and evaluation of foreign suppliers, total cost approach, exchange fluctuations, customs procedures, and related topics. Produce a project in purchasing/buying specific items and utilize exchange rates, channels of distribution, or customs regulations to resolve problems.

IBUS 2045 Hours: 48 Understand the role of the licensed customs broker or custom-house broker in bonding, tariffs, quotas, and other regulations. Apply by March 1st to Customs for the April exam. You must subscribe to Title 19, Code of Federal Regulations, PN2202 and to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, PN2271, which can be ordered from Boskage Publications, 1-888-880-4088, Fax 269-6735901. Brokerage.com or your employer may provide materials.

Principles of Exports: IBUS 1301 IBUS 1001 Hours: 48 Export Compliance Course. Learn exporting processes for marketing, freight forwarding, logistics, documentation, and regulations.

Concurrent enrollment classes have limited space.

IMPORT EXPORT

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title Days Hours IMPORT-EXPORT The following courses are available for non-credit enrollment through Continuing Education 499087 84002 Intro to Int’l Business & Trade: IBUS 1305 Online 499089 84001 Intro to Int’l Business & Trade: IBUS 1305 F 5:30pm-10:30pm S/Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm 499085 83001 Global Supply Chain Management: IBUS 1341 F 5:30pm-10:30pm S/Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm 499086 84001 Import Customs Regulations: IBUS 2345 F 5:30pm-10:30pm S/Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm 499088 84001 Principles of Exports: IBUS 1301 F 5:30pm-10:30pm S/Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm

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6/9-8/7 6/13-6/29

48/0 Online $117 48/9 RC E012 $117

Izard Izard

5/16-5/25

48/6 RC E012 $117

Bryant

8/8-8/24

48/9 RC E012 $117

Mann

7/11-8/3

48/12 RC E012 $117

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RELE 2003* Hours: 16 Richland College - TREC provider #0114. TREC Course Title: Keeping Current with Texas Real Estate MCE; Course #15-06-1274167. The Texas Real Estate License Act requires Mandatory Continuing Education (MCE) for all active brokers not exempted in Oct. 1991 and active salespersons who are not subject to Salesman Annual Education (SAE) requirements. Effective Jan. 2005, all licensees under MCE are required to take a three hour legal update course and three hour legal ethics course created for and approved by TREC to satisfy the six legal hours of MCE required by the Act. Licensees must complete the course within two years immediately preceding the license renewal date. This update fulfills this requirement.

Buying and Selling Real Estate/Tax Deferred PFMZ 1000 Hours: 3 If you are thinking about buying and selling real estate for investment purposes, this class is for you. This class will also discuss how Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) will help you invest in Real Estate without having to buy the property yourself.

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First-Time Home Buying RELZ 1000 Hours: 2 This class is for first time home buyers and those experienced buyers who have been out of real estate for a while. Home buyers will benefit from information on availability of properties, current trends in the market and home pricing. Also, buyers will learn about how related services support their real estate purchases, i.e. mortgage companies, title, home warranty, insurance, chamber, crime watch/prevention, fire/police,etc.

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RELE 1058 Hours: 12 An intensive review of topics that are covered in the Texas Real Estate Licensing Exam. Exam-taking strategies and a review of the areas to be covered in the exam are discussed. The last two hours will be a mock state exam, scored and analyzed so you will understand weaknesses that need additional study. Course is also suitable for the broker's licensing exam. Texts required: Texas Real Estate Exam Prep and The Smart Guide to Passing. Also required: two Scranton 882-E forms.

Real Estate, Concurrent Law of Agency: RELE 2301 RELE 2001* Hours: 48 Topics include the principal-agent and master-servant relationships, authority of an agent, termination of an agent’s authority, the fiduciary duties of an agent, employment law, deceptive trade practices, listing or buying representation procedures, and the disclosure of agency.

Law of Contracts: RELE 1311 RELE 1011* Hours: 48 Law of Contracts includes: elements of a contract, offer, acceptance, and statute of frauds. Topics include: performance and remedies for breach, unauthorized practice of law, commission rules relating to the use of adopted forms, and owner disclosure requirements.

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Real Estate: MCE Update

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Real Estate Continuing Education Real Estate Marketing: RELE 1321

Licensing Requirements Sales Associate – 14 college credits or a minimum of 210 classroom hours. Of the 14 college credits, ten must be earned in courses designated core real estate courses. Real Estate Principles, Law of Contracts and Law of Agency are required. Broker License – 60 semester hours or 900 classroom hours; 18 hours or 270 classroom hours must be core real estate courses. Real Estate Brokerage is required. In addition, applicants must hold a salesperson’s license for two years. For more information on licensing requirements as mandated by the Texas Real Estate Commission please visit www.trec.state.tx.us.

RELE 1021* Hours: 48 A study of real estate professionalism and ethics, characteristics of successful salespersons, time management, psychology of marketing, listing procedures, advertising, negotiating and closing financing, and the deceptive trade practice act, consumer protection act and commercial code.

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Real Estate Inspections: RELE 2305 RELE 2005* Hours: 48 A study of the different types of building systems and materials used in the design and construction of real property. Covers residential construction and commercial building systems and materials. The Texas Real Estate Commission Promulgated Property condition Addendum will be addressed, along with inspector and client agreements, tools and procedures, and electro-mechanical systems.

REAL ESTATE

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title Days Hours REAL ESTATE 495073 84001 Real Estate: MCE Update S/Sun 9:00am-6:00pm 495078 84002 Real Estate: MCE Update S/Sun 9:00am-6:00pm 495079 84003 Real Estate: MCE Update S/Sun 9:00am-6:00pm 495062 84001 Buying & Selling Real Estate/Tax Deferred W 6:00pm-9:00pm 495064 84002 Buying & Selling Real Estate/Tax Deferred W 6:00pm-9:00pm 495067 84002 First Time Home Buying T 7:00pm-9:00pm 495070 84001 First Time Home Buying T 7:00pm-9:00pm 495072 84001 Texas Real Estate Exam Prep S/Sun 9:00am-4:00pm REAL ESTATE, CONCURRENT The following courses are available for non-credit enrollment through Continuing Education. 497071 84001 Law of Agency: RELE 2301 F 5:00pm-10:00pm S/Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm 497072 83004 Law of Contracts: RELE 1311 F 5:00pm-10:00pm S/Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm 497074 84001 Real Estate Inspections: RELE 2305 F 5:00pm-10:00pm S/Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm 497075 83001 Real Estate Marketing: RELE 1321 F 5:00pm-10:00pm Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm 497076 84001 Real Estate Mathematics: RELE 1325 F 5:00pm-10:00pm Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm 497077 84001 Real Estate Principles: RELE 1406 F 5:00pm-10:00pm S/Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm

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Real Estate Mathematics: RELE 1325 RELE 1025* Hours: 48 Mathematical logic and basic arithmetic skills including percentages, interest, time valued money, depreciation, amortization, proration and estimation of closing statement.

Real Estate Principles: RELE 1406 RELE 1034* Hours: 64 Overview of real estate broker and salesman license; ethical practice; titles and conveyance of real estate; legal descriptions; law of agency; deeds; encumbrances and liens; personal mathematics; and federal, state, and local laws relating to housing discrimination, housing credit discrimination, and community reinvestment.

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48/9 RC B228 $117

Henderson

5/9-5/25

48/9 RC D163 $117

Reid

7/11-7/27

48/16 RC TBA

Sims

5/9-5/25

48/16 RC B228 $117

Henderson

5/30-6/15

48/15 RC B137 $117

Waller

7/11-8/3

64/12 RC B228 $156

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Texas Teaching Certificate

The following pre-internship module descriptions are for courses required in the Richland ACT program:

Alternative Certification for Teachers (ACT) Overview The Richland College Alternative Certification for Teachers Program provides an opportunity for highly qualified people with bachelor’s degrees or higher to obtain teacher certification in Texas. The accelerated preparation program leads to full teacher certification and is accredited by the Texas State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC).

ACTZ 1000 20 Clock Hours This module emphasizes state and federal legislation and litigation ensuring the rights of special populations for full participation in American society. Effective lifespan advocacy with and for individuals from special populations and their families are addressed.

Module 2- Emerging Literacy/Language Acquisition and Reading Process ACTZ 1000 32 Clock Hours This module covers topics such as reading readiness, beginning reading, word recognition and comprehension skills, needs assessment, and instructional strategies. Theories of language acquisition and the reading process are presented and researched. Theory is related to practice as topics such as emergent literacy, beginning reading, word recognition and comprehension skills. Needs assessment and instructional strategies are investigated.

Module 3- Behavioral Aspects of Classroom Organization and Management ACTZ 1000 20 Clock Hours This module investigates the development of a broadened perspective on socioemotional disorders. Educational translation and synthesis of psycho-educational theoretical approaches and classroom application into the most viable alternatives to meet the educational needs of special populations will be examined.

Module 4- Instructional Strategies and Learning Theories ACTZ 1000 32 Contact Hours This module emphasizes advanced teaching skills and strategies for experienced teachers. Verbal and nonverbal instructional strategies and positive discipline approaches are incorporated. This course is designed to provide a balanced system of support for the beginning teacher aimed at quality teaching, instructional strategies to improve learning, effective classroom management, and successful entry into the teaching profession. Mentors and clinical faculty provide new teachers peer and cross-generational support.

Note: Remaining coursework applicable upon procurement of teacher position. Please visit our website at www.richlandcollege.edu/act.

Financial Aid Financial aid is available for some Continuing Education programs. Please stop by, call or email for more information. Financial Aid office: Thunderduck Hall, Room T130

Call

972-238-6188 or -6187

*See our website for WECM course title and description: www.richlandcollege.edu

Basic Requirements Basic requirements include: Bachelor’s Degree or higher Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA or 2.75 on last 60 hours Demonstrated interest and commitment to teaching at some level within grades Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12. (Preference given to applicants who can document work as a teacher assistant, substitute teacher, or work with children and youth in other capacities.) THEA scores of 270 on Reading, and 240 on Writing and Math Successful criminal history background check Field observations/experience in a classroom for a minimum of 30 clock hours Three (3) letters of reference Two (2) writing samples per application guidelines Research-based interview process Bilingual applicants: Language pre-test may be required Information Sessions Please visit our website: www.richlandcollege.edu/act Length/Cost of Training Pre-Internship The Pre-Internship consists of a total of 104 hours of classroom instruction (modules previously listed). Field-Based Experience – Students are required to complete 30 clock hours of observations/field experience in an approved educational setting. This phase is intended to ensure that Interns will be prepared to start their first year of teaching. Internship The Internship consists of a total of 116 hours of classroom instruction and supervised field-based experience. The student secures a position as teacher-of-record. Post-Internship The Post-Internship consists of a total of 60 hours of classroom instruction and application. Total Cost $2875 Additional costs include teacher exam fees, textbooks, and state fees. More information Please contact Adriana 972-238-6954 or 972-238-6917 email AdrianaRodriguez@dcccd.edu

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Richland Skills Training Center Are you unemployed? Underemployed? Laid off?

Scholarships

The Richland Skills Training Center (RSTC) offers fast track training programs that will equip participants with skill sets that employers demand. RSTC programs use a holistic case management approach and provide client-targeted job placement. Also, find out about Job Club and Job Placement at the Richland Career Center using experienced Career Counselors; just call!

NEW

and transportation assistance are available to qualified participants with funds through WorkSource of Dallas County.

RSTC: 972-761-6806

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for tuition, books, childcare,

NEW

Medical Secretary

Construction Maintenance

Employment: Medical Office Assistant, Intake Counselor, Patient Coordinator, Front Office Specialist, Receptionist, Scheduling Clerk, Insurance Verification

Construction Maintenance Training prepares you for a career in one or more of the following: carpentry, painting, roofing, masonry, drywall installation.

Instruction includes: classroom and computer lab, textbooks, training material, and job placement assistance. Prerequisites: Must have eighth grade level math and reading skills. Tuition $3560 Books $700 Insurance $17 Curriculum includes: Intro to Health Info Technology Medical Vocabulary Medical Terminology Human Disease Medical Ethics/HIPAA Medical Office Skills Emergency Management Computers in Healthcare Command Spanish

Tuition: $4,984 Includes books and supplies Curriculum includes: Shop Math 48 hours Blueprint Reading/ Computers/CAD 96 hours Communication Skills for the Construction Trades 48 hours Employment Skills/OSHA 32 hours Construction Skills 120 hours

Call 972-238-6069 32 hours 48 hours 36 hours 48 hours 32 hours 80 hours 16 hours 32 hours 24 hours

Project Rock-On! Richland College is offering a model program to help reintegrate ex-offenders into employment or college. Available to qualified youth 17-21 years of age.

All WIA students are required to complete job readiness courses through the Richland Career Placement Center. Call 972-238-6921.

Call 972-761-6806 and ask for Rosalie.

Call Mae Barree at 972-761-6808 or Melvin Pope at 972-761-6807 for eligibility requirements. Referrals are now being accepted. Funding for this program is provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.

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Your Training Source

Personal Development

495023 84002 GED en Espanol 495024 84003 GED en Espanol COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAM PREP 495029 84001 GMAT Preparation 495031 84002 GRE Preparation

Days

Hours

MTTh S Sun MWF TTh

6:30pm-9:30pm 9:00am-3:00pm 1:00pm-4:00pm 1:00pm-3:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm

S S

Dates

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

GMAT Preparation

DLEZ 1000 Hours: 90 A 10-week program that addresses essential skills needed to be successful in the workplace. Classroom and one-on-one training with an interactive instructor. Textbook required.

TESZ 1000 Hours: 30 This course prepares students who are looking to complete a Masters in Business Administration. Students will learn test taking strategies that will help increase speed and accuracy. Text required.

GED en Español

GRE Preparation

DLEZ 1000 Hours: 60 GED en español es un repaso para el exámen de GED en ciencias sociales, lectura, ciencias y matemáticas. Este curso es para los individuos que no han completado la escuela secundaria serán preparados para ayudarles a pasar el exámen.

TESZ 1000 Hours: 30 This exam is required by most American graduate schools. Students will learn test taking strategies that will help increase speed and accuracy. Text required.

Instructor

6/2-8/7 6/21-8/31

90/30 RC T218 $165 90/10 RC T218 $165

Segura Staff

6/2-8/11 6/17-8/21

60/30 RC T241 $135 60/20 RC T224 $135

Duque Duque

30/10 RC N131 $150 30/10 RC TBA $150

Staff Amundsen

9:00am-12:00pm 6/7-8/16 1:00pm-4:00pm 6/7-8/16

GED Preparation

Fee

For more information on the GED, SAT, GRE, or GMAT preparation courses please contact Candy at 972-238-6008 or email at cmtafolla@dcccd.edu

Visit our website:

richlandcollege.edu http/ /www

Career Assessment Services Offered as a comprehensive, individualized career search program for adults exploring career options. Counselors provide individual career assessment and research guidance to community members who are making a job change or redefining career goals. Program fee of $195 includes: 1. Three individual counseling appointments of 75 minutes each 2. Career Assessment Inventories 3. Guidance in personal research 4. Access to Career Services resources.

To Enroll

Call Warren at 972-238-6921 for more info. Enroll in person or by phone through Continuing Education M-F 8:30-5:00: 972-238-6145. A counselor will call to confirm your appointment.

Counselors hold masters degrees and have extensive experience in helping adults make career choices.

Career Services Job Bank - Computer assisted job bank contains full and part-time opportunities in Dallas County and surrounding areas. Job Search Lab - Internet access for employment development. Resumé Advisement and Interviewing Strategies - Provides resumé critique and preparation for employment interviews. Call to schedule. Computerized Guidance Programs: Choices - A comprehensive career exploration system that allows you to: sort occupations according to their potential to meet personal needs, preferences, or expectations; explore career alternatives based on personal priorities and values; identify appropriate training and/or education alternatives; and verify appropriateness of pre-conceived career considerations. Discover - A nine point program that guides you through self-evaluation (i.e. interest, abilities, experiences, and values, decision-making strategies, and job seeking strategies). Information on occupations is also available. Video Tapes - Help you plan an effective job search, prepare for successful interviews, learn job survival skills and prepare a resumé. Computer and Laser Printer - Type and print your resumé. Company Recruitment - Company representatives visit the campus to recruit students for available positions. Dates are posted in the office. Career Resource Library - Sunday editions of nationwide newspapers from major cities, gov’t publications, and documents related to career transition and job search.

Room E093 in El Paso Hallway Monday – Thursday, 8:30am – 7:00pm

Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm

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Course # Section Title GED PREP IN ENGLISH 495026 84001 GED Preparation 495028 84004 GED Preparation

Richland College

Photography Certificate Career Overview Photography career pathways are evolving with the convergence of digital and traditional photography. This program addresses the needs of this increasingly diverse field, from traditional portraiture to high-end digital enhancement and imaging to computer graphic animation and beyond. Length of Training This program provides a strong foundation in photography and digital enhancement and imaging skills to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to enhance your career potential in photography. Students can expect to complete the program in a minimum of one year by taking day, evening, and/or weekend classes on a part-time basis. Prerequisites Computer Essentials or Introduction to Macintosh

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Coursework Basic 35mm Photography Intermediate 35mm Photography Black & White Darkroom Photography Electives (select four courses) Illustrator, Part I Introduction to Digital Imaging Nature Photography Photoshop I Photoshop II Studio Photography Travel Photography Portrait Photography The Business of Wedding Photography Wildlife Photography Nature Photography

Hours 24 24 48 Total 96 24 16 18 32 32 24 18 21 24 12 18 Total 160-208

Course offerings vary by semester. More information Please contact Whitney: 972-238-6010, or email WMartinez@dcccd.edu

Portrait Photography

How to Use a Digital Camera PHOZ 1000 Hours: 7 Become knowledgeable about digital camera features, downloading devices and options, plus tips on how to manage hundreds of photos. Includes live demonstration of the entire process, from photo taking to archiving. Camera and USB cable will be needed.

Basic 35mm Photography PHTC 1004* Hours: 24 Basic camera operations are explored through experimentation, classroom exercises, lecture and demonstration. Includes: exposure control, depth of field, lighting, filters, and an overview of photographic accessories. Provide your own 35mm or digital camera with manual capabilities, film and commercial processing. Text required.

Intermediate 35mm Photography PHTC 2001* Hours: 24 Prereq.: Basic 35mm Photog. Includes: film and equipment characteristics, exposure meters, filtration, flash units and lenses. Emphasis on social, portrait, studio, fashion, theatrical, publicity, and convention photography. Provide your own 35mm camera, lenses, flash units, film and processing.

Black and White Darkroom PHTC 1002* Hours: 48 Prereq.: Basic 35mm Photog. Learn how to process black and white film, print photographs, make contact sheets, vary contrast, burning and dodging, dry mount, spot prints, and crop photographs in the enlarger. You supply your own film and paper for this lab course; the College supplies chemicals and darkroom equipment.

PHTC 1004 Hours: 24 Prerequisite: Basic 35mm Photography. Explore various techniques for lighting, posing and photographing people in a studio setting. Topics include: camera formats, equipment, film, and filters and lenses. Also, the use of natural, stationary, flash and strobe lights. Expect weekly assignments and provide your own 35mm adjustable camera (Single Lens Reflex/SLR), lenses, film and processing.

The Business of Wedding Photography PHTC 2004* Hours: 24 Lectures include: setting up a new business, determining your market, start-up needs, accounting needs, pricing, advertising and contracting. Instruction also covers equipment needs specific to wedding photography, lenses, choosing film and filters, flash photography, printing and enlarging, print finishing, and spotting.

RELATED COURSES

Computer Essentials, pg. 4 Illustrator, Photoshop, pg. 7

Wildlife Photography PHTC 1091 Hours: 12 Prerequisite: Basic 35mm Photography. Learn to photograph animals, birds, and nature the same way the pros do, and get those beautiful shots that grace the covers of your favorite magazines.

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # 500876 500877 500651 500687 500879 500752 500884 500896 503630

Section 84001 84002 84002 84001 84002 84001 84003 84001 84001

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Title How to Use a Digital Camera How to Use a Digital Camera Basic 35mm Photography Basic 35mm Photography Intermediate 35mm Photography Black & White Darkroom Portrait Photography The Business of Wedding Photography Wildlife Photography

Days S S T Th T S S M Th

Hours 9:00am-12:30pm 9:00am-12:30pm 6:30pm-9:30pm 6:30pm-9:30pm 6:00pm-10:00pm 8:00am-2:00pm 9:00am-12:00pm 6:30pm-9:30pm 5:30pm-8:30pm

Dates 7/12-7/19 8/2-8/9 5/20-7/8 5/22-7/10 7/15-8/19 6/7-8/2 6/21-8/16 7/7-8/25 6/5-6/26

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 7/2 RC 7/2 RC 24/8 RC 24/8 RC 24/6 RC 48/8 RC 24/8 RC 24/8 RC 12/4 RC

Rm. Fee T251 $50 T251 $50 N206 $95 N206 $95 N206 $95 S295 $150 S295 $95 N206 $95 TBA $75

Instructor Tracy Tracy Simmons Simmons Simmons Blackburn Simmons Simmons Howard

*See our website for WECM course title and description: www.richlandcollege.edu

Your Training Source

Studio Arts SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title 497304 84009 Basic Drawing 497346 84006 Portrait Drawing 498755 83005 Watercolor, Beginning 498757 84010 Watercolor, Intermediate 497344 84008 Oil Painting, Beginning 497341 84005 Chinese Brush Painting 497307 84003 Ceramics I 497310 84001 Ceramics I 497314 84002 Ceramics I SUMMER SIZZLERS - NEW 496249 84001 Digital Scrapbooking 497349 84007 Sandwich Quilting 499186 84001 Making & Selling Wire-Wrapped Jewelry STUDIO ARTS, CONCURRENT

Days M S W W S T Sun T Th

Hours 6:30pm-9:30pm 1:00pm-4:00pm 6:30pm-9:30pm 6:30pm-9:30pm 9:00am-12:00pm 7:00pm-9:00pm 1:00pm-3:30pm 6:30pm-9:00pm 6:30pm-9:00pm

Dates 6/9-8/4 6/7-8/2 5/14-7/2 7/9-8/27 6/7-8/2 6/3-7/29 5/18-8/31 5/20-8/19 5/22-8/21

Sun S S

1:00pm-5:00pm 1:00pm-4:00pm 9:00am-1:00pm

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 18/6 RC 24/8 RC 24/8 RC 24/8 RC 24/8 RC 18/9 RC 35/14 RC 35/14 RC 35/14 RC

Rm. Fee F175 $65 F175 $80 F175 $80 F175 $80 F175 $80 F175 $65 F179 $115 F179 $115 F179 $115

Instructor Truly Goodrum Hughes Hughes Truly Koay Huntoon Sweet Huntoon

7/20-8/24 6/7-7/19 6/7-8/2

24/6 RC T214 $85 18/6 RC T210 $60 32/8 RC T210 $100

Boyd Davenport Staff

9:00am-4:00pm 5/10-8/9 12:30pm-4:30pm 6/9-7/3 9:00am-4:00pm 5/12-5/30

96/16 RC F179 $117 96/32 RC F179 $117 96/32 RC F179 $117

Rose Sweet Sweet

497333 83006 Ceramics I & II: ARTS 2346-2347 497335 84004 Ceramics I & II: ARTS 2346-2347 497337 83004 Ceramics I & II: ARTS 2346/2347

S M-F M-F

Basic Drawing

Oil Painting, Beginning

ARTZ 1000 Hours: 18 This foundation course presents drawing through exploration and experimentation through a variety of drawing mediums and techniques. Draw directly from still-life subjects while working with pencil, charcoal, brush & ink and collage. Topics include: proportion, perspective, gesture drawing, contour drawing, composition, line, shape, value, and texture. Supply list available upon registration.

ARTZ 1000 Hours: 24 You are guided through the study of visual expression and style, exploring subjects, perspective, design, and how to get started. You also become familiar with basic mediums, materials, and various painting surfaces. Supply list available upon registration.

Summer Sizzling Craft Classes

Ceramics I

• Painting – Watercolor and Oil

Portrait Drawing ARTZ 1000 Hours: 24 Discover the secrets to portrait drawing. You concentrate on individual facial features, movement of the head, proportions and likeness. Previous drawing experience is an advantage, but not necessary.

ARTZ 1000 Hours: 35 Beginning students will focus on the building of ceramic forms. Techniques introduced are handbuilding, pinch pots, and use of the potter’s wheel. Glazing and firing are also included. Individualized instruction will allow students to progress at their own pace. Materials, clay and text required. NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW

Watercolor, Beginning and Intermediate ARTZ 1000 Hours: 24 By using a variety of innovative and creative approaches you create beautiful watercolor paintings. Look at traditional techniques, composition, and design in preparation of a final painting. Supply list available on registration.

Digital Scrapbooking DIGZ 1000 Hours: 24 Digital Scrapbooking is an inexpensive and fun way to create scrapbooks at home using your computer. Learn how to include digital photos, embellish text, add borders, frames, art clips and more.

Want something new to do this summer? Join us for our sizzling craft classes! • Digital Scrapbooking • Making & Selling Wire-Wrapped Jewelry • Sandwich Quilting • Ceramics, Drawing

NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW

Sandwich Quilting ARTZ 1000 Hours: 18 For all you quilters and “wannabe’s” here’s another quilt technique you can add to your repertoire. In this class, the student will learn how to make quilt blocks and machine sew them into a sandwich quilt, which is the method of quilting all three layers at once. A portable sewing machine is recommended. Supply list available at the Continuing Education counter. NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW • NEW

Making and Selling Wire-Wrapped Jewelry CRFT 1091 32 Hours In this class you will learn how to design, make and sell wire-wrapped jewelry. A list of supplies will be provided upon registration.

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The following courses are available for non-credit enrollment through Continuing Education.

Richland College

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # DANCE 500343 500542 500606 500728 500812 500843 503634 500881 500887 500892 500894

Section Title 84001 84002 84003 84004 84005 84006 84011 84007 84008 84009 84010

Argentine Tango I Argentine Tango II Ballroom Dance I Belly Dance Club Dance I Club Dance II Folk Dance Latin Dance Salsa Dance Social Dance I Social Dance II

Days M M W S Th Th S W S T T

Hours 7:40pm-9:40pm 7:40pm-9:40pm 7:40pm-9:40pm 10:00am-11:30am 7:30pm-9:30pm 7:30pm-9:30pm 10:30am-12:00pm 7:40pm-9:40pm 12:00pm-2:00pm 7:30pm-9:30pm 7:30pm-9:30pm

Dates 6/2-7/7 7/14-8/18 6/4-7/9 6/7-8/2 6/5-7/3 7/10-8/7 6/7-7/19 7/16-8/20 7/12-8/16 6/3-7/1 7/8-8/5

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DANZ 1011 Hours: 12 Students will learn the Argentine tango method of walking, basic pattern with closure and resolution, forward and backward Ochos, and break and cross steps. Participants will be able to use these patterns and movements improvisationally on the dance floor. Partners are not required; however, this is a dramatic dance and is best danced with someone with whom you are comfortable.

Argentine Tango II DANZ 1001 Hours: 12 Prerequisite: Argentine Tango I. This class will be a continuation of the first class in that there will be a continued focus on the fundamentals of the dance but will add more footwork and patterns. Improvising the dance will be introduced.

Ballroom Dance I DANZ 1001 Hours: 12 Experience the fun of ballroom dancing as you learn the basics of the fox trot, waltz, cha cha, and rumba. Style, etiquette, and rhythm will be emphasized, as well as proper footwork. A few “flash” moves will be included so you can whirl around the dance floor in style.

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12/6 12/6 12/6 12/8 10/5 10/5 9/6 12/6 10/5 10/5 10/5

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

G140 G140 G140 G140 G027 G027 G140 G140 G140 G027 G027

Fee

Instructor

$65 $65 $65 $65 $60 $60 $60 $65 $60 $60 $60

Williams Williams Laverty Sanderford Gazaway Gazaway Thennes Laverty Gazaway Gazaway Gazaway

Belly Dance

Latin Dance

DANZ 1008 Hours: 12 This dance involves concentration and the creation of movement, especially for muscle toning. Wear comfortable clothing.

DANZ 1011 Hours: 12 The classic Latin rhythms of mambo, rumba, cha-cha and merengue are hotter than ever! We’ll teach you these popular Latin dances, and then we’ll show you how to take some of the basic moves and make salsa! Ole!

Club Dance I

Argentine Tango I

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

DANZ 1001 Hours: 10 This class will feature club dances such as Swing and Cha-Cha. Learn to move to the rhythm of an exciting Cha-Cha or Swing beat. Dances such as these are more conducive to smaller dance floors, or a crowded dance floor common in many local nightclubs. Come discover this fun and exciting way to get or stay fit!

Salsa Dance I DANZ 1001 Hours: 10 Learn the hot moves and the fun steps of Salsa and add some spice to your semester. Students will learn the basic moves, then progress to steps and combinations – all while getting fit and having fun.

Club Dance II

Social Dance I

DANZ 1001 Hours: 10 This class will feature Salsa and Meringue. Learn the hot moves and the fun steps of salsa and meringue and add some spice into your semester. Students will learn the basic moves and progress to steps and combinations - all while getting fit and having fun.

DANZ 1001 Hours: 10 Are you tired of just sitting and watching? This class will feature partner dances such as waltz and foxtrot and is designed for folks who don't know how to dance. We will teach basics that will get you out of your seat and moving around the dance floor!

Social Dance II Folk Dance DANZ 1001 Hours: 9 Men and women of various ages can come together from different backgrounds to enjoy the music and dances from other countries of the world. International folk dancing allows individuals to become part of something that goes back centuries in the history of civilization. Folk dances represent themes as varied as courting, marriage, death, harvest, love and war. It is an invigorating, enriching, activity that allows us to learn, exercise, and socialize at the same time.

DANZ 1001 Hours: 10 Dancing is not just for the stars! Students will learn the basic moves and progress to steps and combinations. Topics such as dance frame and posture as well as dance etiquette will be covered. Come experience what it’s like to actually learn dancing instead of just watching others have all the fun!

Your Training Source

Music SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title 500898 84001 Guitar, Beginning 500897 84002 Piano, Adult Beginning

Days M TTh

Hours 6:30pm-8:30pm 7:00pm-9:00pm

Guitar, Beginning

Piano, Adult Beginning

MUAZ 1000 Hours: 16 Acquire skills in order to play the guitar on a beginning level. Topics include: how to read music, count time, play notes and chords. Guitar and text required.

MUAZ 1000 Hours: 24 Focus on reading music for the piano keyboard in this group class, where students acquire the fundamental skills needed to play the piano. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to play simple piano music and have a basic understanding of rhythm and chords. Text required.

Dates 6/2-7/21 5/29-7/24

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm. 16/8 RC F176 24/12 RC F287

Fee $90 $90

Instructor Nutt Cook

Rm. Fee S149 $100 D143 $45 D143 $45 D143 $45

Instructor Staff Geddie Geddie Geddie

Visit our website:

richlandcollege.edu http/ /www

Creative Writing Course # 495259 495261 495265 495268

Section 84001 84002 84004 84003

Title Creating Fiction: The Art of the Short Story Creative Writing: 10 Essential Elements Creative Writing: 10 Essential Elements Poetry: Free Verse: Follow the Muse

Days TTh M T M

Hours 7:00pm-9:00pm 7:00pm-10:00pm 7:00pm-10:00pm 7:00pm-10:00pm

Dates 6/10-7/10 6/16 8/5 7/14

Hrs./Sess.Loc. 20/10 RC 3/1 RC 3/1 RC 3/1 RC

Creating Fiction: The Art of the Short Story

Creative Writing: Ten Essential Elements

Poetry: Free Verse – Follow the Muse

CRWZ 1000 Hours: 20 This course is designed to help writers create fiction filled with discovery for themselves and their readers. Focuses on technical aspects of writing and combining showing with telling, and establishing urgency in the voice. Text required.

CRWZ 1000 Hours: 3 This workshop is designed to help students take their writing to a higher, more satisfying level whether they are professionals or amateurs. Students will learn how to write with more impact and get specific insights into techniques they can apply in a wide variety of writing.

CRWZ 1000 Hours: 3 When you want to put your feelings into words without the restraints of rhyme or the bulkiness of prose, free verse is a great way to do it. Learn to follow your own muse(s) through the maze of the 10 elements of creative expression in this hands-on class mixed with discussion and minimal lecture. Instructor Tom Geddie is a poet, essayist, music critic, and freelance writer who’s followed six muses to publish more than 500 poems in his own chapbooks and on a spoken-word CD.

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SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008

Richland College

Fitness Center Richland’s 3000+ square foot Fitness Center sports a scenic view of Thunderduck Lake and is equipped with stateof-the-art fitness training equipment featuring the premier VR2 Strength Systems by Cybex.

• VR2 Strength Systems by Cybex Stations • Gravitron

Credit and Continuing Education physical education activities are also available to supplement your personal workout and access to an outdoor swimming pool is available on a limited schedule. Hours: Monday-Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

• Treadmills • Life Cycles • Recumbent Bicycles • Reebock Fusion Elliptical Runner

6:30 6:30 8:00 1:00

am am am pm

– – – –

8:30 pm 6:00 pm 2:00 pm 4:00 pm

• Stairmasters • Free Weights • Smith Machine • Mini Par Course

• Sand Volleyball Court • Walking and Jogging Trail

The Health Fitness Center is free for students enrolled in credit P.E. classes and to DCCCD employees participating in the DCCCD Wellness Program. All others pay $20 per month. For more information call

972-238-3735.

• Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms

ID required at time of registration.

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section FITNESS CENTER 499980 84003 499981 84019 499983 84033

Title

Days

Hours

Fitness Center Fitness Center Fitness Center

M-Sun: Hours vary–please see above M-Sun: Hours vary–please see above M-Sun: Hours vary–please see above

Dates

Rm.

Fee

6/1-6/30 7/1-7/31 8/1-8/31

G102 G102 G102

$20 $20 $20

Instructor Staff Staff Staff

FITNESS

Emeritus Program THE JOY OF LEARNING AFTER 50

Stay intellectually enriched, physically fit, socially connected. Choose from credit and non-credit classes. For a complete list of classes go to www.richlandcollege.edu/emeritus Physical Fitness

Computer Instruction

Genealogy Using Computers

Bridge

Memoir Writing

Humanities

Enrichment Lecture Series

Volunteers Make the World Work

Oil Painting

Volunteer Opportunities JPEG (Journalism, Politics, Economics and Government) Trips

Free Event! Mark your calendar and call to register: 972-238-6972 Fall Back-to-School Kickoff: Tues., July 8, 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. in Fannin Performance Hall. 65+ Tuition Waiver Seniors 65 years or older who reside in Dallas County or own property in Dallas County subject to ad valorem taxation may enroll in six hours of college credit courses each semester tuition-free. You’ll pay only for books required for the class. Please read “Tuition Changes” on page 2 of this catalog.

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Sports and Fitness SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title SPORTS AND FITNESS 499988 84008 Golf 500934 84032 Golf 500041 84001 Tae Kwon Do 500081 84021 Tae Kwon Do 500107 84035 Tae Kwon Do 500157 84002 Tae Kwon Do, Ages 6-17 years 500206 84020 Tae Kwon Do, Ages 6-17 years 500247 84034 Tae Kwon Do, Ages 6-17 years 500297 84007 Yoga 500321 84029 Yoga SWIMMING 499927 84018 Beginning Swim, Adult 499929 84030 Beginning Swim, Adult 499994 84017 Swim Fitness 499999 84031 Swim Fitness

Days

Hours

Dates

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Fee

Instructor

TTh S TTh TTh TTh TTh TTh TTh MW MW

6:00pm-7:30pm 9:00am-11:00am 7:40pm-9:00pm 7:40pm-9:00pm 7:40pm-9:00pm 7:40pm-9:00pm 7:40pm-9:00pm 7:40pm-9:00pm 6:00pm-8:00pm 6:00pm-8:00pm

6/3-7/1 6/19-8/16 5/27-6/24 6/26-7/24 7/29-8/26 5/27-6/24 6/26-7/24 7/29-8/26 6/2-6/25 7/7-7/30

12/9 10/5 12/9 12/9 12/9 12/9 12/9 12/9 16/8 16/8

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

G101 G101 G140 G140 G140 G140 G140 G140 G027 G027

$65 $65 $60 $60 $60 $60 $60 $60 $55 $55

Key Key Hooks Hooks Hooks Hooks Hooks Hooks Hsu Hsu

S S S S

10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 9:00am-10:30am 9:00am-10:30am

5/31-6/28 7/12-8/9 5/31-6/28 7/12-8/9

10/5 10/5 7.5/5 7.5/5

RC RC RC RC

Pool Pool Pool Pool

$75 $75 $45 $45

Frink Alfeo Alfeo Frink

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PHEZ 1000 Hours: 12 This course teaches basic and advanced selfdefense techniques using both the hands and feet. Stretching and flexibility exercises are emphasized and stranger danger, confidence-building, and self-esteem improvement are addressed. Clothing that allows movement should be worn.

Golf PHEZ 1000 Hours: 10-12 Learn golf fundamentals through lecture, demonstration and supervised practice. Topics include: proper grip, stance, pivot, driving, approach shots, putting, games, rules and playing etiquette. Equipment is furnished. Additional fee applies for driving range time.

Yoga PHEZ 1000 Hours: 16 Unity of mind, body and spirit can be achieved through Yoga and its practice. Learn asanas: postures that are comfortably achieved and used as exercises that gently stretch and strengthen your entire body. Benefits range from increased circulation, awareness and sense of well-being to renewed energy, coordination and concentration. Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing to class.

Tae Kwon Do, Ages 6-17 PHEZ 1000 Hours: 12 This cour se teaches basic and advanced self-defense techniques using both the hands and feet. Stretching and flexibility exercises are emphasized and stranger danger, confidence-building, and self-esteem improvement are addressed. Clothing that allows movement should be worn. Please note that this course is taught with all age levels, six years through adult, but children will be paired with others of like age/size. Parents are welcome to observe class.

FITNESS

Tae Kwon Do

Easy Ways to Register! 1.

In Person

Online

Phone

U.S. Mail

See inside front cover for more information.

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Sports and Fitness, Concurrent SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title SPORTS AND FITNESS, CONCURRENT

Days

Hours

Dates

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

Fee

Instructor

$39 $39 $39 $39 $39 $39 $39 $78 $39 $39 $39 $39 $39 $39 $39 $39

STAFF Stone Neal Wharton Wharton Felmet Neal Miles Miles Staff Hutchings Wharton Staff Randall Gold Gold

The following courses are available for non-credit enrollment through Continuing Education.

499930 499931 499932 499935 499934 499936 499966 499973 499937 499938 499963 499965 499967 499968 499969 499970

83013 83015 84014 84012 84013 84026 84015 84009 84010 83012 84027 84016 84011 84028 83014 83011

Aqua Aerobics (Emeritus): PHED 1140 TTh Basketball, Ages 40+: PHED 1117 S Bowling, Beginning: PHED 1111 MW Golf, Beginning: PHED 1109 M-F Golf, Beginning: PHED 1109 M-F Golf, Beginning: PHED 1109 M-Th Mat Work & More (Emeritus): PHED 1119 M-F Scuba Diving, Beginning/Advanced: PHED 1251 M-F Swimming, Beginning: PHED 1114 M-F Tai Chi, Beginning: PHED 1100 TTh Tai Ch, Beginning i: PHED 1130 M-Th Tennis, Beginning: PHED 1110 M-F Weight Training, Beginning: PHED 1119 M-F Weight Training, Beginning: PHED 1119 M-Th Yoga, Beginning: PHED 1100 MW Yoga, Beginning: PHED 1100 TTh

7:30am-9:30am 9:00am-12:15pm 10:30am-1:30pm 9:50am-12:00pm 5:40pm-7:50pm 9:40am-11:40am 7:30am-9:30am 5:40pm-7:50pm 12:10pm-2:20pm 5:40pm-7:40pm 11:50am-1:50pm 7:30am-9:40am 2:30pm-4:40pm 7:30pm-9:30pm 5:40pm-7:40pm 11:30am-1:20pm

5/20-8/7 5/10-8/23 6/2-7/23 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 7/9-8/7 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 5/20-8/7 7/9-8/7 6/9-7/3 6/9-7/3 7/9-8/7 5/19-8/13 5/20-8/7

48/0 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16 48/16

RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC RC

Pool G101 G100 G100 G100 G100 G013 Pool Pool G027 G101 Gym G013 G013 G027 G140

FITNESS

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NEW!

Boomers Re-Boot! Time for a career change? Retrain! Thinking about retirement?

Re-plan! Want to learn new skills? Reinvent! Reinvent Yourself at Richland Life is changing and so can you!

Computer Software • Ebay • Job Search • Caregiving Spanish • Financial Planning • Yoga and more! Boomer classes begin June 3 in the evenings and selected Saturdays. For all Boomer class descriptions, visit our Boomer website at:

www.richlandcollege.edu/boomers or call 972-238-6972.

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Community SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Course # Section Title Days CAREER PLANNING 494753 84005 Community Safety for Positive Employment … T T 494761 84005 Employability Skills

Hours

Dates

9:30am-11:30am 6/3-8/19 12:30pm-2:30pm 6/3-8/19

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

Fee

Instructor

24/12 RC TBA 24/12 RC TBA

$150 $150

King King

These courses are designed especially for individuals with disabilities.

Community Safety for Positive Employment Outcomes POFT 1032 Hours: 24 This class covers daily skills needed to survive at work. Personal safety, street safety and using public transportation are covered,

Employability Skills

For more information call Melinda at 972-238-3750

POFT 1006* Hours: 24 Do you want to improve your chances of getting and keeping a job? This 12-week course teaches the job skills employers are looking for in their employees. You will learn: non-verbal body language, team work, work relationships, accepting responsibility, self-advocacy, interviewing skills, and how to make good first impressions.

SCHEDULE I SUMMER 2008 Days

Hours

Dates

Hrs./Sess.Loc. Rm.

Fee

Instructor

Sun Sun S Sun S Sun

9:30am-4:00pm 9:30am-4:00pm 9:30am-4:00pm 9:30am-4:00pm 9:30am-4:00pm 9:30am-4:00pm

6/7 6/22 7/12 7/27 8/9 8/24

6/1 6/1 6/1 6/1 6/1 6/1

RC RC RC RC RC RC

S219 S219 S219 S219 S219 S219

$35 $35 $35 $35 $35 $35

Rorie Dockery Horak Rorie Horak Dockery

Th Th

8:00pm-9:00pm 7:00pm-8:00pm

6/12-8/7 6/12-8/7

8/8 8/8

RC G100 RC G100

$50 $50

Dunn Dunn

Defensive Driving

Canine Good Citizen

Dog Obedience

DRVZ 1000 Hours: 6 We offer the Nat’l Traffic Safety Inst. driving safety program. Our school and teachers are licensed by the Texas Dept. of Public Safety, and approved by the Texas Ed. Assoc. and the St. Board of Insurance. TEA requires identification upon entering the class. A valid driver’s license must be shown to the instructor before the class begins. If the class is being taken because of a traffic ticket, the name of the Justice of the Peace or the City Municipal Court must be on your test. Note: It is important that you arrive on time for this course. Lateness will not be accepted as grounds for a refund.

PETZ 1000 Hours: 8 Prerequisite: Dogs must be 1 year or older to participate. Learn techniques to teach your dog to become a Canine Good Citizen. Emphasis will be on sit, down, stay, walk on loose leash, accept friendly strangers, come when called, accept grooming, and more. Upon completion of the course the CGC test will be offered for those interested in the certificate. Bring dogs to the first class. Bring proof of rabies vaccination.

PETZ 1000 Hours: 8 Prerequisite: Dogs must be six months or older to participate. Learn techniques for teaching your dog to walk by your side, sit, come on command, stay in place, and have people approach them. Please leave dogs at home on the first night of class and bring written proof of rabies vaccination.

*See our website for WECM course title and description: www.richlandcollege.edu

COMMUNITY

Course # Section Title DEFENSIVE DRIVING 494733 84001 Defensive Driving 494735 84002 Defensive Driving 494738 84003 Defensive Driving 494740 84004 Defensive Driving 494743 84005 Defensive Driving 494746 84006 Defensive Driving DOG OBEDIENCE 494751 84002 Canine Good Citizen 494749 84001 Dog Obedience

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Richland Campus Map Richland College is at 12800 Abrams Road in Dallas, with entrances on Abrams Road and Walnut Road. Free parking is available on campus. Metered parking is in the East Circle. All classrooms and offices start with the first letter of the name of the building.

A Alamito: Administration, Information Services, Evening & Weekend Office

M Medina: Testing, Center for Tutoring & Learning Connections

B Bonham: Business, Classrooms

N Neches: Classrooms

C Crockett: Campus Ctr., Richland Collegiate High School (RCHS), Adult Resource Ctr., Brazos Gallery, Classrooms, Campus Police, Emeritus Office

P Pecos: Facilities Services, Information Technology Support Center

D Del Rio: Computer Labs E El Paso: (Downstairs) Cafeteria, Bookstore, Student Lounge, Career Center, Student Programs F Fannin: Fine Arts, Performance Hall, Arena Theatre G Guadalupe: Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Fitness Center H Hondo: Horticulture, Greenhouse, Gardens K Kiowa: Richland Collegiate High School (RCHS)

MAP

L Lavaca: Library, Lago Vista Gallery

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R LeCroy Center: Telecommunications Center S Sabine: Sciences, Health Professions, Planetarium, Employee Services T Thunderduck Hall: Advising, Admissions, Campus Nurse, Cashier Windows, Classrooms, Continuing Education, Computer Training Institute, Disability Svcs., Financial Aid, Multicultural Ctr., Multimedia Ctr., Prometric Testing Ctr., Registrar, Registration, Skills Training Ctr., Veteransâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Affairs U Uvalde: Classrooms V Verde: Classrooms W Washita: Classrooms Y Yegua: Classrooms

Your Training Source

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A+ Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Accent Reduction Skills, Workplace . . . . .28, 31 Access, Access in a Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Accounting classes -Business . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Accounting classes -Healthcare . . . . . . . . .18, 22 Accounting software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 ACPE Approved IV Technician Certificate . . . .25 Acrobat, Adobe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Adobe Acrobat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Adobe InDesign Page Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Aerobics, Aqua . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Alternative Certification for Teachers . . . . . . .43 Alumni Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 American Sign Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Animation classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Argentine Tango . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Art of the Short Story, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Arts, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46-49 Asp.net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Authorized Prometric Testing Center . . . . . . .13 AutoCAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Automation in Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 26

.NET classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 10 Dance classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Day Key, Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Design Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Design, Elements of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Developing a Small Business Plan . . . . . . . . .37 Develop an Effective Marketing & Advertising Plan, How to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Digital Camera, How to Use . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Digital Imaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8 Digital Scrapbooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Digital Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Dog Obedience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Drawing classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Dreamweaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

G.E.D./Proficiency Skills for Employment . . . .45 GED en Español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Game Design/Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 German . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Global Supply Chain Management. . . . . . . . . .40 GMAT, GRE Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50, 52 Grad School Test Prep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Grammar, Advanced, ESL . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 32 Graphic Design Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Guitar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Baby Boomer classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Ballroom Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Basic Animation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Basic Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Basic 35mm Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Basics of Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Belly Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Black & White Darkroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Bookkeeping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Books & Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Boomer classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Business & Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-39 Business Math Fundamentals . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Buying & Selling Real Estate/Tax Deferred .41-42

CAD classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Camera, How to Use a Digital . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Campus Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Career Assessment Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Career Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Career Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Carreras Médicas Cursos en Español . . . . .18, 20 Carreras Médicas Sesiones de información . . .23 Cascading Style Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 CCNA, CCNP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 C.E.U. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Ceramics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Certification for Teachers, Alternative . . . . . .43 Children & Teens, classes for . . . . . . . . . .45, 50 Chinese Brush Paining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Cisco Authorized Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Cisco: IT Essentials … . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Class Day Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Clinicals, Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 19-20 Clinicals, Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 26 Closure Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Club Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 College Entrance Exam Preparation . . . . . . . .45 Community Safety for Positive … . . . . . . . . .53 Communication Skills, ESL Workforce .28, 30-33 Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Community Pharmacy Tech. Certificate . . . . .24 Compensation Perspectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Complete One Class in One Day classes . . . . . . . CompTIA Certification Training . . . . . . . . . . .13 Computadores, Introduccion de . . . . . . . . . . . . . Computer-Aided Design Certificate . . . . . . . . .11 Computer Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6 Computer Essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5 Computer Illustration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Computer Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Computer Training Institute . . . . . . . . . . . .4-16 Computer Training, Spanish Curriculum . . . .4, 6 Computerized Accounting (Quickbooks) . . . .39 Computerized Drug Delivery System . . . . . . .26 Concurrent Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Construction Maintenance Training . . . . . . . .44 Conversation Partners and Reading Assistance Program . . . . . . . .28, 33 Corporate Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 CPR for Healthcare Professionals . . . . . . .18, 20 CPR Resucitación Cardio-Pulmonar… . . .18, 22 Creative Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Customer Service Skills - Help Desk . . . . . . . . .4

E eCampus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 33, 41 eConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27, 36 Electronic Medical Records . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 20 Elements of Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Emeritus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Employability Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Employee Benefits Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 English as a Second Language . . . . . . . . . . . .28 ESL Speaking Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 30-31 ESL Workforce Comm. Skills 1A-8B . . .28, 30-33 ESL Workplace Development Skills . . . . . .28, 31 Español, Clases en . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 20, Essential Skills for the Workplace . . . . . . .28, 30 Excel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

H Health Professions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-25 Health Professions Info Sessions . . . . .17, 23, 24 Health Unit Coordinator Certificate . . . . . . . .20 Help Desk Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Holiday Closure Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Home-Based Business Computing . . . . . . . . . . .5 Horticulture classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Hours of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 How to Develop an Effective Marketing & Advertising Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 How to Start & Op. a Small Business . . . . . . .37 How to Use a Digital Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 HR Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 HTML . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Human Disease/Pathophysiology . . . . . . .18, 20 Human Resource Mgmt. - Mgmnt . . . . . . . . . .38 Human Resources Management Certificate . . .36

F Family Education Rights and Privacy Act . . . . .2 Fast Track Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 6, 27, 43 First-Time Home Buying . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42 Fitness Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Folk Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Foreign Language Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Foreign Language classes . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35 French . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Fundamentals of Solaris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Fundamentals of Wireless LANs . . . . . . . . . . .14

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Illustration, Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Illustrator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Import-Export Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 In a Day classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 InDesign Page Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Information, General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Institutional Pharmacy Practice . . . . . . . . . . .25 Institutional Pharmacy Tech. Cert. Program . .25 Ins. Coding & Billing … Certificate . . . . . . . . .22 Insurance Customer Svc. in Healthcare . . . . . .26 Intermediate 35mm Photography . . . . . . . . . .46 International Business & Trade classes . . . . . .40 Internet & Multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-9 Internet Essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Intravenous Admixture & Sterile … . . . . . . . .26 Introduction to Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Irrigation classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software . . . . . .13 IV Technician Certificate, ACPE Approved . . .25

.Net classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 10 Object-Oriented Analysis & Design . . . . . . . . .10 Office Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Office Suite, Microsoft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6 Oil Painting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Online classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 16, 38, 40 Online clas general info sessions . . . . . . . .9, 15 Online Manager Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Online Supervisor Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Open Lab, Multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Quickbooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Quilting. Sandwich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Reading Assistance Program and Conversation Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 33 Real Estate classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42 Record Keeping, Small Business . . . . . . . . . . .37 Recruitment & Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Refund information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 3 Registration form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Richland College Alumni Association . . . . . . . .2 Richland Skills Training Center . . . . . . . . . . .44 Rising Star information . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 25, 27 Rock-On! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

J-L Japanese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 JavaScript . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Java Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Jewelry, Wire-Wrapped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Keyboarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Language Training Institute . . . . . . . . . . . .28-35 Latin Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Law of Agency; Law of Contracts . . . . . . . .41-42 Listening/Speaking Development, ESL 28, 31, 33

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M Making & Selling Wire-Wrapped Jewelry . . . .47 Manager Certificate, Online . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Map, Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Marketing & Advertising Plan, How to Develop an Effective . . . . . . . . . .37 Math Fundamentals, Business . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Math Review for Health Professionals . . . .26-27 Mat Work & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 MCE Update, Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42 Medical Assisting Certificate Program . . . . . . .17 Medical classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-27 Medical Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Medical Office Technology Certificate . . . . . . .21 Medical Office Transcription Certificate . . . . .21 Medical Practice Manager Certificate . . . . . . .19 Medical Programs Info. Sessions . . . . .17, 23, 24 Medication Aide Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Microsoft Authorized Training . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Microsoft Office Suite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 MS Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Multimedia classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Multimedia Developer Specialization . . . . . . . .8 Music classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

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P Painting classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 PC Hardware & Software, IT Essentials . . . . . .13 PC Maintenance: Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 PC Maintenance: Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Personal Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Pharmacy Technician classes . . . . . . . . . . .24-26 Pharmacy Technician Cert. Programs . . . . .24-25 Pharmacy Technician Information Sessions . . .24 Phlebotomy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Phlebotomy Technician Certificate . . . . . . . . .23 Photography Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Photoshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Piano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Poetry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Portrait Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Portrait Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 PowerPoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Practicum, Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 27 Pre-Pharmacy Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Principles of Exports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Principles of Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Professional Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Proficiency Skills for Employment/G.E.D. . . . .45 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Project Management Certificate . . . . . . . . . . .12 Project Rock-On! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Prometric Testing Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Publisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

S Salsa Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Sandwich Quilting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Scrapbooking, Digital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Scuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Senior Program (Emeritus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Sesiones de información, Carreras Médicas . .23 Short Story, The Art of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Sign Language, American . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Skills Training Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Small Business Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Smoking Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Social Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Solaris classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 SolidWorks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Spanish language classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35 Spanish computer training . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 6 Spanish Health Professions classes . . . . . .18, 20 Sports & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50-52 SQL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Start & Op. a Small Business, How to . . . . . . .37 Storyboarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Studio Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Summer Sizzling Craft Classes . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Sun Solaris Authorized Training . . . . . . . . . . .15 Supervisor Certificate, Online . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Swim classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50, 52

T 3-D Modeling & Rendering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 10 Essential Elements of Creative Writing . . . .49 35mm Photography classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Tae Kwon Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Tai Chi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Teacher Certification Program . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Technical Customer Service in Healthcare .26-27 Technical Writing for Project Managers . . . . .12 Teens and Children, classes for . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Ten Essential Elements of Creative Writing . . .49 Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Testing Center, Authorized Training . . . . . . . .13 Texas Real Estate Exam Prep . . . . . . . . . . .41-42 Thirty-five mm Photography classes . . . . . . . .46 Three-D Modeling & Rendering . . . . . . . . . . . .8 TOEFL Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 33 TPEG Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 6, 27, 43 Transcript Request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Tuition Assistance Grants . . . . . . . . .2, 6, 27, 43 Typography & Print Production Workshop . . . .9

U-V Understanding the Training & Dev’t … HR . . .36 UNIX Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 VBA Programming for Office . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Vietnamese language class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Visio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Visual Basic.NET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

W-Z Watercolor Painting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Web Developer Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Web Page Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 WECM information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Wedding Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Weight Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Wildlife Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Wireless LANs, Fundamentals . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Wire-Wrapped Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Word . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Workforce Communication Skills, ESL .28, 30-33 Workplace Speaking Skills, ESL . . . . . .28, 30-31 Workplace Development Skills, ESL . . . . .28, 31 Writing, Advanced, ESL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 32 Writing, Creative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Writing Development, ESL . . . . . . . . .28, 31, 33 Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50, 52

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