2013 Fall Course Catalog

fall 2013 full-time career majors and professional & personal interest courses

MERIDIAN MADE

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how it works

Since 1975, Meridian Technology Center has been training students for success in the workplace. A wide variety of course offerings make career education possible for students from all walks of life.

Full-Time Training Career Assessment and Counseling | Job Placement Assistance Higher Average Wages for Graduates High School Sophomores (Pre-Engineering Academy only), Juniors and Seniors 70+ Career Majors | Tuition-free for District Residents | College Credit in Many Programs | Free Transportation Adult Students 70+ Career Majors | Scholarships/Financial Aid Available | 1- or 2-year Options High school students attend either the morning or afternoon session.

Morning Session:……… 7:50 am - 10:40 am Afternoon Session:…… 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Short-Term Personal & Professional interest Courses Hundreds of Courses - New Classes Starting Weekly Upgrade Job Skills | Prepare for a New Career Explore Personal Interests

Online Courses Enroll in one of our online courses that can be completed from your home computer.

Online instructors are available to assist you and weekly assignments can be easily downloaded.

Courses last six weeks and run the following weeks: 08/21 - 10/11 09/18 - 11/08 10/16 - 12/06 11/13 - 01/03 12/11 - 01/31

Our District

The Meridian Technology Center district includes people living in communities served by the following school districts: Agra, Carney, Glencoe, Guthrie, Morrison, Mulhall-Orlando, Pawnee, Perkins-Tryon, Perry and Stillwater.

Disability Accessibility Meridian’s facilities are accessible to disabled students. In addition, programs and instructional materials are adapted based upon the expressed needs of the student needing accommodation. Students requiring special equipment or arrangements should notify a Meridian Technology Center counselor upon enrollment.

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Business Solutions 4 - 5

Full-Time Training 6

Architecture & Construction 7 Full-Time Training Programs Construction

Arts, A/V Technology & Communications 8 Language | Photography | Home Life

business, management & Administration 9 - 11 Full-Time Training Programs | Quickbooks | Microsoft Office Suite 2010 Real Estate | Business & Industry Courses

finance 12 Full-Time Training Programs | Finance

Health science 13 - 15

Full-Time Training Programs | CPR & First Aid | Emergency Medicine Health Certification Testing | Medication Administration | Medical Basics | Medical Essentials

annual report 16 - 17

Hospitality & tourism 18 Full-Time Training Programs | Culinary Arts

Human services 20 Full-Time Training Programs

information technology 21 - 24 Full-Time Training Programs | PC & Mac Computer Basics for Seniors & Computer Newbies Social Media & Digital Marketing for Your Business | Multimedia | Tablet & Smartphone

law, public safety, corrections and security 25 Security

manufacturing 26 - 27 Full-Time Training Programs | Manufacturing | Industrial Skills Training

Science, technology, engineering & mathematics 28 Full-Time Training Programs

transportation, distribution & logistics 29 Full-Time Training Programs Automotive Technology

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Business Solutions

Consulting, training and education for you, where you are.

Meridian Technology Center develops training initiatives resulting in innovative business solutions.

We are a workforce resource to area companies ranging from the small family owned operation to the large corporation.

The BIS group provides customized and specialized training related to: • Computer and technology solutions • Leadership enhancement • Quality management systems (ISO 9000; ISO 14000, TS 16949) • Safety and environmental health compliance Meridian provides industry training designed through needs assessment, curriculum design, skills training and diverse methods of delivery. Training and services are available during the daytime, evening and weekends.

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Safety culture implementation Supervisory and management development Team engagement and retention Technical and industrial maintenance

Contact Meridian to set up a consultation with a BIS Coordinator. Our goal is to be a strategic partner and assist your organization in maximizing potential and achieving your goals.

Meridian’s BIS group has a proven record in assisting organizations with employee retention, cost control and reduction, increased productivity, increased organizational effectiveness and improved employee morale.

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Business Consulting & Coaching

Center for

At the Center for Business Development, we offer business Business Development consulting and coaching to companies and individuals within our district. We will consult with an aspiring entrepreneur to discuss the feasibility of an idea or engage in business coaching with a business owner. Whether you need marketing assistance, advice on identifying a new market for your product or service, or assistance learning how to hire great employees, we can help.

Business Incubation Business incubation is a focused process including management guidance, technical assistance and tailored consulting for young, growing companies. We engage in business incubation with both Residential and Virtual Tenants. Residential Tenants access services and rent dedicated office or lab space for up to three years. Virtual Tenants access services but do not rent space. Clients can move easily between both tenant types depending on their business needs and situation.

Networking & Education Events We organize opportunities for entrepreneurs and small businesses to listen and learn from each other.

We also offer regular sessions on the basics of starting a business as well as partner with our local chambers of commerce to bring education and training events to the communities in our district.

Business for Breakfast

Business Startup Camp

The CBD offers a monthly networking breakfast for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Each breakfast is held at the CBD training room the third Thursday of the month. Meetings consist of networking and a guest speaker.

08/15 Th…………………… 7:30 am - 9:00 am 09/19 Th…………………… 7:30 am - 9:00 am 10/17 Th…………………… 7:30 am - 9:00 am 11/21 Th…………………… 7:30 am - 9:00 am 12/12 Th (2nd Th of the month)…… 7:30 am - 9:00 am

Ready to get started working on your new business or business plan? Join us for a six-hour session from 9 am to 2 pm covering questions such as: Is there a market for my business? What capital is necessary?

Am I ready?

TBD………… 9:00 am - 2:00 pm $100 Sessions are facilitated by CBD staff and include a guest speaker. (All materials and lunch included.)

There is no cost to attend.

Please RSVP to Diane Maddox at 405.377.2220.

Business 101 In this two-hour class, we will cover the basic questions you need to answer when deciding to open a business. We will pay particular attention to market research and financials, as these are the two major problem areas for new businesses.

08/19 M…………………… 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 09/16 M…………………… 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 11/18 M…………………… 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm There is no cost to attend.

Please RSVP to Diane Maddox at 405.377.2220 at least two days before each class to register.

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Full-Time Training why meridian?

• 70+ majors to choose from • Use the skills you learn to go directly to work or to land a better job while in college • Small classes • Hands-on learning • Real-world learning projects in every program • Earn college credit toward an Associate in Applied Science degree at Cowley College, OSU Institute of Technology or Northern Oklahoma College, depending on your program • Classes are free for district high school students • Transportation is free for district high school students

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Internships are available Build your résumé Meet friends from 10 area district schools Leadership opportunities Student competitions Self-paced programs The 13th year program lets students starting a technology program as a senior return for an additional year of training at no charge • Job placement assistance • Career assessment and counseling

Career Services Our Career Planning Center staff can help you make career decisions based on your situation and needs. A variety of options are available to help you determine your strengths and interests. We will work together on a plan to help you achieve your career goals.

Cooperative Alliance Earn college credit while you’re at Meridian Technology Center and apply that toward an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. No extra assignments, just college credit for the work you’ll be doing already.

Assessment A number of assessments are available to assist in learning more about: • Your abilities • Your interests • Your personality • Your values

The A.A.S. is a technical workforce degree. An A.A.S. degree is a great path to follow for someone who is planning on directly entering the workforce after earning the degree. The technical college courses are specific to the technical workforce degree (A.A.S.) and do not apply to other degrees designed to transfer to bachelor of arts (B.A.) and bachelor of science (B.S.) degrees. However, some credit may apply to a specific bachelor of technology degree.

Job Placement Services Meridian Technology Center instructors assist current students who will be seeking full-time, permanent employment upon successful completion of their training programs. Students can also receive assistance in résumé writing, interview techniques, and job search activities.

Students are responsible for meeting college requirements and completing the admission process before college credit is granted. Credit is not automatic.

Please contact the Career Planning Center for details.

Tuition High school students from the Meridian district may attend full-time training free of charge. Tuition for adult students and those living outside the district is dependent on the specific career major. Tuition rates are subject to change until class starts. Please contact the Career Planning Center for tuition details. A deposit is required for each class and is applied to tuition.

Financial Aid Adult students may be eligible for financial assistance through grants and scholarships. Sources of aid are federal, state, institutional, community, foundation, and business and industry programs. Additional information on financial aid programs offered at Meridian is available in the Financial Aid Office located in the Career Planning Center. Office hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Next Step Scholarship The Next Step Scholarship is designed to assist students who were either not able to attend or complete their studies at Meridian while in high school. The scholarship is a tuition waiver for high school graduates of the Meridian district who want to begin or complete a career training program within two years of their graduation.

Scholarship details and applications are available from the Career Planning Center.

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Architecture & Construction Full-Time Training Programs Students are prepared for careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment.

People employed in this area work on new structures, restorations, additions, alterations and repairs.

Brick/Stone Mason M-F

870 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

CAD Design Architectural Specialist M-F

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

CAD Technician Architectural M-F

990 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Industrial Electrician’s Assistant M-F

855 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Commercial Electrician’s Assistant M-F

1,020 hrs

Residential Carpenter M-F

1,020 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Residential Electrician’s Assistant M-F

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Residential HVAC Installer M-F

615 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Residential HVAC Technician M-F

975 hrs

1,050 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

990 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm CC College Credit Available

Tuition is free for district high school students. Tuition for in-district adults is $2/hour. Tuition for out-of-district adults is $4/hour.

Personal & Professional Interest Courses Construction Basic Home Maintenance & Repair: Drywall & Painting This course will cover the fundamentals and how to of basic home maintenance and repair. Topics covered will include small drywall repairs, painting and many other repairs that may be presented in the home.

08/20-08/22 11/12-11/14

TTh TTh

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$49 $49

Ceramic Tile: Countertops, Backsplash & Flooring

This course will cover the fundamentals and “how to” of working with ceramic tile. Learn how to buy material, cut, lay and grout tiles. Work on backsplashes, countertops and flooring for that new look around your house.

09/09-09/18 11/05-11/14

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6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Woodworking for Beginners

Participants will learn a variety of skills and gain knowledge concerning woodworking. Learn how to operate various machines safely and plan your next woodworking project.

09/10-09/19

TTh

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$80

Woodworking Level II: Projects

Students will build on their knowledge of woodworking and complete a project.

09/24-10/17

TTh

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$179

$98 $98

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Arts, A/V Technology & Communications Personal & Professional Interest Courses Language Sign Language I

This is a beginner’s course. Participants will learn history of deafness, manual alphabet, numbers and basics signs. After completion of this course, participants should be able to communicate with each other and hearing impaired individuals.

09/10-10/03

TTh

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$130

Home Life Coupons Made Easy

Learn the artful technique of saving money by putting coupons to the test. In this course you will learn ways to start saving more by using coupons.

11/14 09/09

Photography Photography: Basic

This course is suitable for a person using either a simple or a complex camera. The class will concentrate on improving composition by discovering how to “see” as a professional does.

Participants will take color prints based on specific assignments given in class. Participants will explore techniques that will make their photographs dynamic and powerful. Topics includes history of cameras, features, film types and uses, elements of exposure, lens types and uses, basics of composition, light meters, flash units, lighting techniques, depth of field, rule of thirds, shooting various locations, focusing on the subject, multiple flash, situations, time exposures, filter uses, difficult shooting and marketing yourself.

09/17-11/05

T

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$120

Take the Bus Meridian Technology Center is proud to have a stop on the OSU Community Transit System. OSU students and Stillwater residents can ride the bus to the Meridian campus from just about anywhere in town and take advantage of the training opportunities available at Meridian.

The “Off-Campus Brown” route runs between the Meridian campus and OSU throughout the day.

BROWN ROUTE SCHEDULE Goes to MTC, Technology Park and Wal-Mart West on Highway 51.

Th M

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

$25 $25

Business, Management & Administration Full-Time Training Programs Students are prepared for careers in planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. Career opportunities are available in every sector of the economy.

Administrative Assistant M-F

720 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Administrative Medical Assistant (Adults only) M-F

1,440 hrs

M-F

M-F

1,080 hrs

1,260 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Medical Office Assistant (Adults only)

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Entrepreneur M-F

Medical Insurance Coder (Adults only)

900 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

For more Health related programs see page 13.

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm CC College Credit Available Tuition is free for district high school students.

Tuition for in-district adults is $2/hour. Tuition for out-of-district adults is $4/hour.

Personal & Professional Interest Courses QuickBooks QuickBooks 2013 - Part I

Need to get your business records organized?

QuickBooks 2013 is a software designed specifically to help organize, maintain and report company records and prepare for tax time. Learn the application workspace and tools, set up company files, create vendor lists and work with customer records.

08/20-08/22 11/11-11/13

TWTh MTW

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$159 $159

QuickBooks 2013 - Part II

Use QuickBooks 2013 to manage physical inventory records, maintain asset accounts, record liabilities and work with equity accounts. Manage corrections and customize forms and reports to make the most of your QuickBooks records.

08/26-08/27 11/18-11/19

MT MT

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$114 $114

Microsoft Office Suite 2010

For your Microsoft Office application training needs, we provide hands-on training in Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. The basic, intermediate and advanced classes in each application provide the learning objectives required for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Core-Level Certification exam.

Microsoft Word 2010 Basics

Explore the workspace, add text, apply formatting options, use copy and paste techniques, use proofreading tools, create tables and insert headers and footers to create basic Word documents.

09/06 11/08

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

$119 $119

Microsoft Access 2010 Basics

Explore the workspace, tools and objects. Create tables and work with field properties. Create and use forms to enter and edit data, explore query features and examine report options.

10/21-10/23

MTW

6:00 am - 9:00 pm

$139

Microsoft Word 2010 Intermediate

Explore styles, work with section breaks, format with columns, use the outline tools and create tables.

Prepare and use mail merges to create envelopes and documents with merge fields. Insert and format graphic objects to make your Word documents look professional.

09/20 11/22

F F

6:00 am - 9:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$119 $119

Microsoft Excel 2010 Basics

Learn how to navigate the workspace, enter and edit data, save workbooks, create basic formulas, work with simple functions, print worksheets and insert basic charts.

10/01-10/03 10/11

TWTh F

6:00 am - 9:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$119 $119

Microsoft Excel 2010 Intermediate

Work with multiple worksheets and workbooks, use the subtotal function, explore tables and insert graphic objects. Use templates and protection options to create Excel workbooks that work for you.

10/15-10/17 10/25

TWTh F

6:00 am - 9:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$119 $119

Beyond Text Documents with Publisher

Publisher 2010 helps you create and share your publications with ease. Create newsletters, fliers, postcards and brochures with text and pictures. Gain tips and techniques to help you make documents that get noticed.

10/18

F

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$119

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Microsoft Access 2010 Intermediate

Charts & Tables in Excel 2010

Create a relational database. Work with table relationships, explore various query actions and explore database repair options. Customize input forms, create custom reports and work with report design features.

10/28-10/30

MTW

6:00 am - 9:00 pm

Discover the features of Tables to sort and calculate data quickly and easily. Create and format a variety of chart types to help you easily view trends and relationships.

10/01

$139

Microsoft Excel 2010 Advanced

Learn how to work with advanced formulas and lookup functions. Try out data validation rules and create a PivotTable and PivotChart. Import and export data and work with macros.

11/05-11/07 11/15

TWTh F

6:00 am - 9:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$119 $119

Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 Basics

Increase your Office skills with PowerPoint 2010.

Explore the PowerPoint 2010 workspace, enter and format text and add design colors to create basic presentations.

11/19-11/21

TWTh

6:00 am - 9:00 pm

$119

Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 Intermediate

Prepare speaker notes, work with slide masters and insert headers and footers on slides and handouts.

Insert hyperlinks, use annotation tools, add video and audio files and prepare slideshow timings. Work with tables and use themes to make your presentations look great.

12/03-12/05

TWTh

6:00 am - 9:00 pm

$119

Microsoft Office Suite Professional Mail Merges in Word 2010

Discover how to simplify mass mailing by utilizing the mail merge process in Microsoft Word 2010. You will create master documents that merge with data from Excel, Outlook or by typing a list.

09/17

T

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Creating Forms in Word 2010

T

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$44

Formulas & Functions in Excel 2010

Discover how to incorporate conditional formatting, create basic formulas and use popular functions.

Work with a variety of IF functions and use the VLOOKUP function to create spreadsheets that can calculate data quickly.

10/02

W

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$44

Creating Budget Workbooks in Excel 2010

Build your worksheet with formulas, links and charts to make a budget tool that can make your budgeting tasks a little easier.

10/24

Th

6:00 am - 9:00 pm

$44

PivotTables & PivotCharts Excel 2010

Explore PivotTables and PivotChart features.

Create and modify PivotTables, pivot the data, add fields and table filters, and work with calculated fields.

11/15

F

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

$91

Real Estate Real Estate: Basic Pre-License

Meets training requirements mandated by the state legislature to qualify individuals to sit for the state licensing exam to become a provisional Sales Associate as outlined by the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission.

The Commission approves the curriculum and instructor and all topics are relevant to Oklahoma laws.

8/15-16, 8/19-23 Th-F, M-F

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

$370

(classes held at Guthrie Chamber of Commerce)

9/16-18, 9/24-27 M-W , T-F

$44

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

$370

(classes held at Meridian Technology Center)

Gathering information from others electronically just got a little easier. You will create forms in Microsoft Word 2010 using a template add add content controls including text boxes, date pickers and dropdown lists.

09/18

W

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$44

The 5 Choices to Extraordinary Productivity The difference between sinking and soaring lies in your ability to make wise choices. In FranklinCovey’s new solution, The 5 Choices to Extraordinary Productivity, you will learn how to transform your life by making five fundamental choices to dramatically increase your ability to achieve extraordinary outcomes.

September 18 & 19 | 9 am - 4:30 pm | $315 Refreshments and lunch included For more information or to enroll contact: Marcy Luter, marcyl@meridiantech.edu or 405-377-3333 ext. 297.

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Business & Industry Courses

Everyday Leaders

Supervisory Academy

The best supervisors and managers are clear-minded, performance-driven and people-oriented. They must be able to effectively assess their work situations and determine the most appropriate responses to get the job done within budget and up to standard. This training series helps managers think on their feet as they work with people to create value.

09/03-10/29

T

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

$299

The 5 Choices to Extraordinary Productivity

Learn five fundamental choices to dramatically increase your ability to achieve extraordinary outcomes. Training price includes morning and afternoon refreshments, as well as lunch on both days.

09/18-09/19

WTh

9:00 am - 4:30 pm

$315

PHR/SPHR Prep Class

The 2013 SHRM Learning System is a certification preparation and professional development tool that offers the most current HR content aligned with the HR Certification Institute (HRCI) Body of Knowledge.

Six functional areas of human resource management will be covered including: Strategic Management, Workforce Planning and Employment, Human Resource Development, Total Rewards, Employee and Labor Relations, and Risk Management. Once certified, participants can receive 3.5 CEUs or 35 recertification credit hours for taking the SHRM Learning System course.

Registration deadline is September 6.

09/24-12/10

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$795

Everyday Leaders is a collaborative program of Meridian Technology Center and the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce.

For more imformation: Rebecca Eastham rebeccae@meridiantech.edu or 377-3333 ext. 310.

Tipping Sacred Cows

We are aware of the “sacred cows” revered in the workplace - the conventional wisdom to try your best, work well with others, and produce excellent work. But these cherished nuggets of advice in practice have a dark side that can lead to unintended consequences. Based on the bestselling book by Jake Breeden, this session will focus on strategies to overcome the allure and achieve real results related to three of Breeden’s seven common “sacred cows” at work: balance, excellence and passion.

08/23

F

11:30am - 1:00 pm Chamber Members

$20 $15

Leadership - There’s An App for That?!?!

In today’s world of apps, there is an app for almost anything - including leadership. We will introduce apps related to leadership development, organization and productivity. Whether you have an Apple or an Android, we will share several resources to help you be the best leader you can be.

11/22

F

11:30 am - 1:00 pm Chamber Members

$20 $15

Tactical Confrontations

This workshop will help make your emails and documents more clear, concise and effective. Learn to make comma sense, tips for effective proofreading, good grammar versus breaking the rules and email etiquette.

In the most effective workplaces, people confront problems in real time, person-to-person, and they do it well. Learn key concepts to help develop the skills necessary to handle tactical confrontations.

This is an introduction to the one-day Tactical Confrontations 101 class being offered in March.

10/10

02/07

Business Writing that Works

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$65

Present Like a Pro: Making Presentations Meaningful and Memorable

Learn how to influence others during presentations so you can elicit a favorable response from your audience. Learn to make your presentations visually, vocally and verbally effective. After the session, you can schedule a one-hour video coaching session to practice your new skills in a supportive environment.

12/05

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$125

HR Matters This lunchtime series offers insightful information and techniques for handling common workplace scenarios and will help human resource professionals avoid potentially explosive situations. Lunch is provided.

For more information: Marcy Luter at marcyl@meridiantech.edu or 377-3333 ext. 297.

Making Sense of FMLA 09/10

T

11:30 am - 1:00 pm Chamber Members

$20 $15

Fundamentals of HR Leadership: What It Takes to Take the Lead 10/08

T

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

TBA

Present Like a Pro - Making Presentations Meaningful and Memorable 11/12

T

11:30 am - 1:00 pm Chamber Members

$20 $15

F

11:30 am - 1:00 pm Chamber Members

$20 $15

Creating a New Voice of Leadership Developing Leaders Around You

A company is known for its strong leadership but can also be known for how it engages its employees and develops the organization’s next generation of leaders. Successful organizations put a premium on selecting, developing, and retaining strong leaders at every level. The key is to carefully tailor your leadership development initiatives to fit your unique business strategies and organizational cultures. Join an informative panel of local leaders as they discuss how they create the voices of leadership in their organizations.

04/25

F

11:30 am - 1:00 pm Chamber Members

$20 $15

Chick-fil-A Leadercast

Leadership is beyond the confines of our daily tasks.

Beyond the borders of our roles and responsibilities.

Leadership asks us to look beyond the everyday and consider the larger community around us - our employees, colleagues, neighbors and cities.

Join us at Chick-fil-A Leadercast as we explore together what leadership looks like Beyond You. Get ready for an unforgettable day of inspiration, learning, networking and more.

For more information: Rebecca Eastham rebeccae@meridiantech.edu or visit the Leadercast website at www.chick-fil-aleadercast.com.

05/09

F

7:30 am - 3:30 pm

$70

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Finance Full-Time Training Programs Students are prepared for careers in financial and investment planning, banking, insurance and business financial management.

Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk M-F

Financial Customer Service

720 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

M-F

720 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

CC College Credit Available Tuition is free for district high school students.

Tuition for in-district adults is $2/hour. Tuition for out-of-district adults is $4/hour.

Personal & Professional Interest Courses Finance Financial Basics

This course is designed to help individuals learn more about investment terms and topics, develop a financial strategy and plan for retirement. Learn from the experts how to get started with planning for retirement and how to understand your investments.

10/01-10/22

T

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

$50

Business For Breakfast

Entrepreneurs and small business owners: learn how to make yourself and your company more successful. Join us the 3rd Thursday of each month from 7:30 - 9 am at the Meridian Technology Center for Business Development for a free professional development event. You’ll have networking opportunities plus the chance to learn from speakers about topics such as: marketing and PR, recruiting, training and retaining employees, finding new customers, work/life balance, time management, legal matters, how others found success and HR matters.

The Center for Business Development provides customized support, education and training for entrepreneurs and small businesses throughout the Meridian Technology Center district.

Through the creation of new companies and the strengthening of existing companies we contribute to the expansion of our regional and state economy.

Call 405.377.2220 and see page 5 for more information including other Center for Business Development offerings such as Business 101 and Business Startup Camp.

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Health Science Full-Time Training Programs Students are prepared for careers that promote health, wellness and diagnosis as well as treat injuries and diseases. Some of the careers involve working directly with people, while others involve research into diseases or collecting and formatting data and information.

Administrative Medical Assistant (Adults only) M-F

1,440 hrs

Advanced Pharmacy Technician M-F

742 hrs

M-F

731 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

975 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Pre-Veterinary/Veterinary Research Analyst M-F

900 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Pre-Medical/Medical Research Analyst M-F

1,260 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Medical Office Assistant (Adults only)

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Health Care Technician M-F

M-F

1,463 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Medical Insurance Coder (Adults only)

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Health Care Assistant II M-F

930 hrs

1,050 hrs

Health Care Assistant I M-F

600 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Clinical Lab Assistant M-F

M-F

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Biological Research Technician M-F

Licensed Practical Nurse (Adults Only)

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

975 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Radiologic Technology (Adults Only)

2,565 hrs

More details on our Full-Time Career Majors page online.

998 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

For more Health related programs see page 9.

CC College Credit Available Tuition is free for district high school students.

Tuition for in-district adults is $2/hour. Tuition for out-of-district adults is $4/hour.

Personal & Professional Interest Courses CPR & First Aid

American Heart Association

Infant/Child CPR for Family and Friends

Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, AED

For lay rescuers assigned as first responders to emergencies in the workplace or community.

Provides training in basic first aid procedures, adult, child and infant CPR and use of an AED. Must pass skills test for certification.

08/20-08/22 09/24-09/26 10/29-10/31 11/19-11/21 12/10-12/12

TTh TTh TTh TTh TTh

6:00 am - 9:00 pm 6:00 am - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$60 $60 $60 $60 $60

Designed for the general public, parents, grandparents and babysitters. An entry-level modular course offering instruction in one-rescuer child and infant CPR. Will learn basic child and infant CPR skills and recognizing and relieving choking in children and infants. Does not lead to certification.

08/21 09/25 10/30 11/20 12/11

W W W W W

6:00 am - 9:00 pm 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

$20 $20 $20 $20 $20

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Advanced Cardiac Life Support Recertification

Meets requirements for AHA ACLS Recertification.

Must pass written and skills tests for certification.

Must show current BLS Healthcare Provider CPR and ACLS Provider CPR certification cards to enroll.

09/05 11/07

Th Th

8:30 am - 4:30 pm 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

$75 $75

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

For health care professionals who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies.

Must pass written and skills tests for certification.

Must show current BLS Healthcare Provider CPR certification card to enroll.

09/17-09/18 11/13-11/14

TW WTh

8:30 am - 4:30 pm 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

$175 $175

HealthCare Provider

Emergency Medicine Emergency Medical Technician

An EMT administers medical care, stabilization and transportation to sick or injured persons, working as a member of an emergency medical team. This course will prepare students to take the National Registry Exam in order to become a licensed EMT in Oklahoma. Class will also meet one Wednesday per month. There are clinical rotations and computer work to be completed outside of scheduled class meetings.

01/07-05/20

5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

$649

Health Certification Testing

Please call 405-377-3333, ext. 211 to schedule an appointment for any of the following exams.

Clinical Skills Exams

By Appt. Only

Certified Nurse Aide

$30

For health care providers and other professional rescuers. Learn skills of one- and two-rescuer CPR for adult, child and infants utilizing mouth-to-mask and bag-mask techniques and AED. Must pass written and skills tests for certification.

Developmentally Disabled Care Aide

$30

Home Health Aide

$30

Residential Care Aide

$30

09/17-09/19 10/22-10/24 11/12-11/14 12/17-12/19

Written Exams

TTh TTh TTh TTh

6:00 am - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$60 $60 $60 $60

HealthCare Provider Recertification

Every Monday at 10:00 am

Certified Nurse Aide

$30

Developmentally Disabled Care Aide

$30

Emergency Medical Responder

$25

Meets requirements for AHA Healthcare Provider Recertification. Must pass written and skills tests for certification. Must show current Healthcare Provider CPR certification card to enroll.

Home Care Administrator’s Prepardeness Assessment (OHCAPA) Home Health Aide

$30

09/18 10/23 11/13 12/18

Home Health Deeming

$15

ODMHSAS Case Management

$25

Medical Micropigmentologist

$200

W W W W

6:00 am - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$30 $30 $30 $30

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Recertification

Residential Care Aide

Home Health Administrator

Meets requirements for AHA PALS Recertification. Must pass written and skills tests for certification. Must show current BLS Healthcare Provider CPR and PALS Provider CPR certification cards to enroll.

10/02 12/10

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8:30 am - 4:30 pm 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

$75 $75

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

For health care professionals who respond to emergencies in infants and children. Must pass written and skills tests for certification. Must show current BLS Healthcare Provider CPR certification card to enroll.

10/14-10/15 12/04-12/05

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8:30 am - 4:30 pm 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

$175 $175

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$100

$30

By Appt. Only $100

Medication Administration

Medical Essentials

Medication Administration Technician (MAT)

Nurse Aide/Long-Term Care Aide

Emphasizes basic knowledge of legal and ethical issues for the Medication Administration Technician.

Will learn performance of vital signs and how to properly administer certain medications in an environment where acute nursing care is not required. Prerequisite to MAT Update.

09/10-09/12 10/08-10/10 11/12-11/14 12/10-12/12

TTh TTh TTh TTh

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

$70 $70 $70 $70

Medication Administration Technician (MAT) Update As required by law, this class meets the minimum eight-hour requirement for annual update training in Medication Administration. Must be a current MAT to enroll.

09/18 10/16 11/20 12/18

W W W W

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

$45 $45 $45 $45

Medical Basics Anatomy and Physiology

Study of the structural complexity of the human body and its intricate functional mechanisms.

Become familiar with body structure and function of the body systems.

Meets pre-requisite requirements for Radiologic Technology.

08/19-12/09 09/16-01/15 10/14-02/19 11/04-03/12

MW MW MW MW

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$275 $275 $275 $275

Computer Applications

Very basic introduction to computer skills related to keyboarding, Microsoft Word documents, PowerPoint slideshows, Internet searches and email.

Meets pre-requisite requirements for Licensed Practical Nurse.

08/19-09/16 09/16-10/09 10/14-11/06 11/04-12/04

MW MW MW MW

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$104 $104 $104 $104

Medical Terminology: Basic

Introduction to the special language utilized in the medical field and health care. Understanding new words becomes easy with the discovery that many terms are made up of interchangeable word parts that are utilized in different combinations.

Meets pre-requisite requirements for Radiologic Technology.

08/19-09/30 09/16-10/21 10/14-11/27 11/04-12/18

MW MW MW MW

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Prepares individuals to work in a long-term care facility, assisted living facility, etc. Includes proper lifting and moving procedures and patient care skills relating to personal hygiene, safety, comfort, nutrition, exercise and elimination needs of residents. Students will be required to attend 16 hours of clinicals outside of normal class hours.

Must pass state skills and written tests to receive certification. Testing fees not included in tuition.

08/20-10/29 09/12-11/21 11/05-01/30 12/03-02/20

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5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$425 $425 $425 $425

Nurse Aide II

Expanding on basic CNA skills, will cover advanced competencies related to basic nursing care. Will include dementia care, aging and illness, culture change, effective communication, and spirituality and dying.

Pre-requisites include CNA with at least three months of experience and letter of recommendation from supervisor.

09/03-09/26 10/01-10/29 11/12-12/12

TTh TTh TTh

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$360 $360 $360

Nurse Aide III

Focus on advancing skills in mental illness, traumatic brain injury, functional maintenance and restorative care, Alzheimer and dementia care.

Pre-requisites include CNA with three months of experience, letter of recommendation from supervisor and completion of Nurse Aide II.

09/03-09/26 10/01-10/29 11/12-12/12

TTh TTh TTh

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$360 $360 $360

Feeding Assistant

Learn to assist individuals in a nursing, specialized nursing or skilled nursing facility in providing residents with help in eating and drinking. Covers proper safety and emergency procedures, sanitation, assisting with a meal tray or total feeding, serving supplemental nourishments and fresh drinking water. May submit application to OSDH Feeding Assistant Registry upon completion.

09/24-09/26 10/22-10/24 11/19-11/21

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5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$45 $45 $45

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named a 2013

Best

Place to work in Oklahoma

428 high school students 397 adult students

351 short-term classes

314 businesses served 9,295 students took business & industry customized classes

13 residential tenants

92%

of students continue on to further education or employment

Students earned 3,452 college credit hours at $8 per credit hour through Cowley College, Northern Oklahoma College and OSU Institute of Technology toward an AAS degree.

professional & personal interest courses offered training from architecture and construction to transportatation safety and certifications.

$272,805 in matching funds from the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education were provided to 17 companies for customized training.

center for business development

rebecca eastham, director of business & industry services, was selected as the Oklahoma Association of Career and Technology Education New Professional of the Year in the Post-Secondary Adult Career Education Division.

The

Charles Machine Works, Inc. is named a Partner for Progress winner for their partnership with Meridian Technology Center of more than 30 years.

meridianMADE Culinary Arts student Kylie Payne wins first place in the ProStart Food Network cooking challenge.

red stag media, a production and Web design startup, graduates from the business incubator.

Hospitality and Tourism

Full-Time Training Programs Students are prepared for careers in the management, marketing and operations of restaurants and other food services, lodging, attractions, recreational events and travel-related services.

Food Service Attendant M-F

360 hrs

Food Service Management-Assistant

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

M-F

851 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

CC College Credit Available Tuition is free for district high school students.

Tuition for in-district adults is $2/hour. Tuition for out-of-district adults is $4/hour.

Personal & Professional Interest Courses Culinary Arts Dairy-Free Cooking

Many people are required to avoid dairy in their diet.

Come learn how to make cooking without dairy delicious and enjoyable.

08/20

T

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$25

Cake Decorating 2: Flowers & Cake Design

This class will guide you through every step - baking, icing, flower-making, borders and more.

09/05-09/26

Th

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$95

Bread & Roll Making

Learn from the experts how to make bread and rolls from scratch. Take home at least one bread and roll recipe and impress your next dinner party.

09/09

M

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

$25

Crazy Cupcakes

Learn to create fun decorated cupcakes for different occasions. Begin with the very basics of decorating that will impress family and friends.

09/10

T

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

$30

Healthy Cooking

Learn easy recipes that are both delicious and good for you.

09/17 11/19

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6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$25 $25

Mexican Cooking

Learn the secrets of authentic Mexican dishes as you actively participate in their preparation. Featured items may include chile Colorado, chile verde, cheese enchiladas, chicken enchiladas, chile relleĂąos, carnitas, arroz con pollo, tacos, Salsa and Spanish rice.

09/24

T

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

$25

Italian Cooking

Learn the secrets of authentic Italian dishes as you actively participate in their preparation. You will sample and take home portions at the end of each class.

10/03

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$25

Cake Decorating 3: Gum Paste & Fondant

Learn to work comfortably with gum paste and fondant.

You will be able to create numerous flowers, a multilooped bow and borders. Cover a cake and cake board with fondant for that professional look you desire.

10/07-10/28

Th

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$95

Gluten-Free Meals

Are you interested in a gluten-free diet? Do you suffer from Celiac Disease? Learn delicious new recipes that exclude the use of foods that contain gluten.

10/22

T

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$25

Crazy Cupcakes: Halloween Fun

After completion of this course, the student will be able to decorate fun cupcakes that will impress family and friends. One enrollment fee is required for families.

Tuition covers one adult and one child between the ages of 8-15. Individuals 16 years or older are considered an adult for enrollment purposes.

10/29

T

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

$30

Holiday Treats and Sweets

Participants will explore various recipes and preparation techniques for creating holiday candies and sweets. Impress your guests at this year’s holiday parties with your new culinary skills.

12/16

M

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$25

Crazy Cupcakes: Holiday Fun

The course begins with the very basics of decorating.

After completion of this course, the student will be able to decorate fun cupcakes that will impress family and friends.

12/19

18

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WE WISH TO INVITE YOU TO

MERIDIAN TECHNOLOGY CENTER’S ANNUAL THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON

November 14 | 11 am - 1 pm With the help of more than 50 culinary arts students, this year’s festivities will take more than 500 pounds of potatoes, 450 pounds of turkey, 300 pounds of ham, 20 gallons of gravy and 150 pies and desserts.

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Human Services

Full-Time Training Programs Students are prepared for employment in career pathways related to families and human needs.

Cosmetologist (Adults only) M-Th

1,500 hrs

4:00 pm - 10 pm

Cosmetologist – Public M-F

1,000 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Master Instructor (Adults only) M-Th

1,000 hrs

4:00 pm - 10 pm

Practicing Master Instructor (Adults only) M-Th

500 hrs

4:00 pm - 10 pm

Tuition: In District Out of District Cosmetologist………………………… $3,750 $7,500 Master Instructor……………………… $2,500 $5,000 Practicing Master Instructor…………… $1,250 $2,500

SUPPORT MERIDIAN STUDENTS Through the Meridian Technology Center Foundation

NOV.2,2013 5K•10K•1-Mile Run Stillwater, OK

keep on streaking November 2, 2013 | Stillwater, OK

G LF FOR A GOOD CAUSE

YOU’RE INVITED

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For more information, please contact Alane Zannotti at (405) 377-3333 or alanez@meridiantech.edu. us at www.facebook.com/bluestreak.run 405.377.3333 888.607.2509 20 www.meridiantech.edu | Follow

Information Technology

Full-Time Training Programs Students are prepared for careers that involve the design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia and systems integration services.

Cyber Security Professional

1,590 hrs

Network Systems Engineer

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Digital Video Producer (High School only)

960 hrs

3D Animator

840 hrs

Video Game Designer

630 hrs

1,080 hrs

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Network PC Support Specialist

960 hrs

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Graphic Design Specialist

1,230 hrs

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Web Designer

960 hrs

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

CC College Credit Available Tuition is free for district high school students.

Tuition for in-district adults is $2/hour. Tuition for out-of-district adults is $4/hour.

Personal & Professional Interest Courses Seniors and Computer Newbies – PC Computer Basics Getting Started with Your Personal Computer New to using computers or just need to be better able to use them? Explore computer components, learn computer terminology and practice mouse techniques to help you master the computer.

09/05

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$26

You will learn how to easily navigate your computer in Windows 7. You will move and resize windows, open and close applications, add shortcuts to the desktop and the start menu, and pin buttons to the Task Bar.

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$26

Getting to Know Windows 8

Work with the desktop tiles, move and resize windows, open and close applications and customize the desktop appearance to make your Windows 8 computer more user friendly for you.

09/12 11/11

Th M

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$26 $26

All About Files & Folders with Windows 7 Learn how to copy, move and rename files and folders, create folders using the Libraries feature, locate files using Explore and Start features and use the Recycle Bin to delete and restore files and folders.

09/19

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Try out easy techniques to manage your files. Save files, copy and move documents, create folders, explore file navigation methods and use the recycle bin to delete and restore files and folders.

09/19

Getting to Know Windows 7

09/12

All About Files & Folders with Windows 8

Th

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

$26

Internet Skills-Surfing and Searching

Explore a variety of methods for searching the Internet. Discover search options that return results and add websites to your Favorites so you can find them again. Learn tips and techniques to help you successfully browse the Internet and find what you are searching for.

10/03

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Facebook Setup and Techniques

$26

Set up a Facebook account or bring your account information to class and explore a variety of features and settings, edit your profile, create posts and find your friends on Facebook to make the most of your Facebook account.

10/11

F

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Facebook Photos - Albums, Tags and More

$26

Upload your photos and videos from your jump drive, CD or camera card to your Facebook page.

Work with sharing options and tags. Discover how to add a great looking cover photo to make your Facebook page look beautiful and unique.

10/24

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$26

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Introduction to Word - Just for Newbies

You can use Microsoft Word to create letters and fliers. Explore the Word 2010 application and create simple letters and fliers that you can enjoy sharing with family and friends.

11/07

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$26

Introduction to Excel 2010 - Just for Newbies

Do you want to use the Microsoft Excel application to track expenses or keep lists? Explore the Excel 2010 application and create simple spreadsheets that can help make your tasks a little easier.

11/14

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$26

Mac Computer Basics for Seniors and Computer Newbies Getting to Know Your Mac Computer

Discover how to make the most of your Mac. Explore the desktop and toolbar features and learn how to find applications and files. Explore Photo Booth and other fun apps that come with your Mac computer and start your journey to making the most of your Mac.

09/05 11/07

Th Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$26 $26

All About Files & Folders on the Mac

Try out easy techniques to manage your files on your Mac. Save files, copy and move documents, create folders, explore file navigation methods and use the Recycle Bin to delete and restore files and folders.

09/10

T

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$26

Surfing and Searching with Safari on the Mac

Explore a variety of methods for searching the Internet.

Discover search options that return results. Learn tips and techniques to help you successfully browse the Internet and find what you are searching for.

09/24

T

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$26

Introduction to Pages on the Mac

You can create awesome letters and fliers with Pages on the Mac. Explore the Pages application and create simple letters and fliers that you can enjoy sharing with family and friends.

10/03

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$26

Social Media & Digital Marketing for Your Business Managing Your Constant Contact Account Maximize your e-mail marketing to reach your customers and increase your potential sales. Explore the Constant Contact settings to make the account work for you, create e-mail messages using templates and review events and social media connections available through Constant Contact.

09/03

T

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$33

Update your Facebook Page & Stay Current When it comes to marketing your products and services you need to stay up to date on Facebook.

Update your Facebook business account with the latest options, tools and techniques that Facebook has recently rolled out.

09/12

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$33

Creating Newsletters With Constant Contact Let email newsletters attract new customers, increase repeat business from existing clients, enhance your company’s reputation as an industry leader and improve customer communications. Explore templates and gain tips and techniques for creating your business articles.

10/01

T

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$33

Enrich Your Social Media Success

Gain leads and increase sales potential for your products and services. Explore Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube and other social media platforms. Discuss how to effectively use these tools to harvest leads, build relationships and listen to your customers.

10/10

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$33

Customizing your Content in Constant Contact

Your content should be recognizable by your customers. Customize your content to include your logo, images and color scheme to create professional looking messages that are consistent with your website, blog and other social media accounts.

11/05

T

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$33

Master Your Social Media Strategic Plan Staying current and relevant with your marketing strategy will help you enjoy a competitive advantage in your niche market to improve your sales. Explore tools and techniques and develop your social media marketing strategic plan.

11/14

Th

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$33

Creating Events and Surveys in Constant Contact Increase attendance at your businesses’ fundraisers, online meetings, webinars, conferences, trade shows, classes and more with Constant Contact Event Marketing to better promote your event online and easily collect attendee registrations. Learn tools for promoting, registration, analyzing surveys and analyzing results.

12/03

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$33

Multimedia Adobe Photoshop CS6 Basics

Explore the Photoshop workspace and tools, examine raster and vector graphics, try out various selection tools and work with text and layers to create basic Photoshop images for both print and the Web.

08/26-08/28

MTW

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

$139

Adobe Photoshop CS6 Advanced

Create beautiful and amazing photos and composite images that will get your work noticed. Learn how to use color fills and gradients, apply overlays and create layer and clipping masks to show or hide various parts of an image and work with paths.

09/09-09/11

MTW

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

$139

Adobe Dreamweaver CS6 Basics Create top-notch Web pages. Set up and manage site files, add text and images to Web pages, insert hyperlinks and explore multimedia options to make your website look professional.

09/17-09/19

TWTh

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

$139

Adobe Illustrator CS6 Basics Create amazing graphic objects and gain skills to give you the edge in the graphic design and marketing industry. Navigate the application workspace and tools. Begin a new artboard and work with vector-based shapes and graphic objects that scale across media for use in print or Webbased media.

10/07-10/09

MTW

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

$139

Adobe InDesign CS6 Basics

Create sophisticated page layouts for print or electronic books, produce dazzling brochures and develop other publications for your business or organization. Learn the application workspace, create documents, place text and graphics and make custom color swatches. Work with master pages, multi-page documents and layers to create your own InDesign documents for print or the Web.

11/18-11/20

MTW

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

$139

Adobe InDesign CS6 Advanced

Create professional-level documents and gain tips and techniques sure to impress today’s designers. Create complex document structures and work with tint and gradient swatches. Use object libraries and snippets to work more efficiently. Work with vector paths and explore advanced typography and composition techniques.

12/09-12/11

MTW

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

$139

Tablet and Smartphone iPad Fundamentals

Get the most out of your iPad. Explore the many features to help you enjoy your iPad. You will learn how to use the email features, calendar options and Web browsing tools; examine custom settings and discuss tips and techniques to help you enjoy your iPad even more.

09/24 11/08

T F

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$42 $42

iPhone Fundamentals Want to be able to use and enjoy your iPhone? Bring your iPhone to class and explore core features, tools and settings. Work with the email and Web browsing features, examine calendar options and discuss tips and techniques to help you enjoy your iPhone.

09/25 11/08

W F

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

$42 $42

iPad Apps

Do you need help finding and downloading apps for your iPad? There are so many apps available for your iPad that can be fun, help you organize and stay safe.

Explore the app store and learn how to find apps that will suit your needs.

10/01 11/12

T T

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$42 $42

iPhone Apps Discover a variety of useful applications to increase your iPhone’s potential. Bring your iPhone to class and discover useful apps from the highly recommended to the latest and greatest.

10/02 11/12

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6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

$42 $42

Using Microsoft Surface

Do you have a new Microsoft Surface RT or Pro and need to learn how to use it? Explore the interface and settings and work with the features that are common on both the Microsoft Surface RT and Pro and get going with your new device.

10/10 12/13

Th F

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$42 $42

Android Phone and Tablet Fundamentals

Get the most out of your Android phone. Review the e-mail and Web browsing features, explore and customize your settings, examine calendar options and discuss tips and techniques for making the most of your Android phone.

11/04

M

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$42

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Build your brand and increase your visibility through the Web.

Managing Your Constant Contact Account

Maximize your e-mail marketing to reach your customers and increase your potential sales. Explore the Constant Contact settings to make the account work for you, create e-mail messages using templates and review events and social media connections available through Constant Contact.

Creating Newsletters With Constant Contact Let email newsletters attract new customers, increase repeat business from existing clients, enhance your company’s reputation as an industry leader and improve customer communications. Explore templates and gain tips and techniques for creating your business articles.

Master Your Social Media Strategic Plan Staying current and relevant with your marketing strategy will help you enjoy a competitive advantage in your niche market to improve your sales. Explore tools and techniques and develop your social media marketing strategic plan.

Enrich Your Social Media Success

Gain leads and increase sales potential for your products and services.

Explore Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube and other social media platforms.

Discuss how to effectively use these tools to harvest leads, build relationships and listen to your customers.

See page 22 for more upcoming classes and dates.

Seating is Limited - Enroll Now Contact us at 405-377-3333 or cts@meridiantech.edu

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Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Personal & Professional Interest Courses Security Security Guard Phases I & II (Unarmed)

This course provides the mandatory training required to take the unarmed security guard licensing test administered by the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET). Basic private security knowledge and procedures are taught. No certification is earned, but the certificate of completion will allow the participant to sit for the licensing test. Participants must be at least 18 years of age to attend this course. CLEET requires 100% attendance and scores of 85% or greater on all examinations. American Heart CPR/First Aid Certification included.

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MF

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

$220

Welding Fundamentals

Welding for Certification

See pg. 26 & 27 for upcoming classes.

Do you have experience welding and want to know what class is right for you?

Contact Jeremy Cowley at 405.377.3333.

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Manufacturing Full-Time Training Programs Students are prepared for careers in planning, managing and processing materials into intermediate or final products. Careers also include related professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, and maintenance and manufacturing/process engineering.

Beginning Metal Fabricator

675 hrs

Metal Fabricator

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

CAD Design Mechanical Specialist

1,140 hrs

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Milling Machine Operator

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

CAD Technician Mechanical

975 hrs

975 hrs

Pipe Welder

765 hrs

SMAW Pipe Welder

750 hrs

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Structural Welder

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Engine Lathe Operator

915 hrs

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

CNC Machinist Assistant

270 hrs

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

CNC Machinist

1,215 hrs

840 hrs

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

270 hrs

M-F 7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm CC College Credit Available Tuition is free for district high school students.

Tuition for in-district adults is $2/hour. Tuition for out-of-district adults is $4/hour.

Personal & Professional Interest Courses Manufacturing OSHA 10

This course meets the requirements by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s 10-hour certification for general industry. Topics include Introduction to OSHA, walking and working surfaces, exit routes, emergency action plans, fire prevention plans, fire protection, PPE, hazard communications and various other occupational hazards possible in the workplace.

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Welding for Certification

This course is designed for those wishing to seek AWS or ASME certification for welding positions.

Testing fees are not included in tuition. Approximate testing fee is $200. Students are not required to test at the conclusion of class.

Prerequisite: Completion of Welding Fundamentals or comparable.

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TTh TTh TTh TTh

6:00 pm - 9:30 pm 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm

$550 $550 $550 $550

Welding Fundamentals

This course is welding for beginners. The course will begin at whatever level you are at or experience.

Participants will learn how to set up the welding machine for different kinds of metals. You will learn different welding joints and all positions. Students are introduced to stick welding, flex core, shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding.

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6:00 pm - 9:30 pm 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm

$350 $350 $350 $350 $350 $350 $350

Intro to Manufacturing Quality Control Processes Topics will include lean overview and workplace organization, introduction to lean, lean theory, lean process flow, 5S, quality overview and ISO 9000.

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MW TTh TTh

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

$150 $150 $150

Forklift Certification & Overhead Crane

This course is for the individual seeking compliance with OSHA 1910.178 industrial truck safe operation regulations. Course consists of classroom activities and hands-on demonstration of forklift operation skills.

Topics include types of forklifts, pre/post operations inspections, safe operation procedures and more.

Content also includes awareness level training with an overhead bridge crane. Course consists of classroom activities and hands-on demonstration of crane operation skills. Topics include safety and rigging with an overhead bridge crane. Certificate of Training issued upon successful completion of the course.

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6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Industrial Skills Training Lean Administration

A first step to learning the principles of Lean Enterprise.

This course, similar to the popular Lean 101 course, mixes classroom and live simulation to teach principles that can be applied to an office environment. No previous experience is required. Participants work through a real-time administration processing situation.

The results of the first simulation provide the basis for continuous improvements to the office setting.

Custom Scheduling

8 Hours

$250 per person

Learn To Be Lean: Lean 101

This is the first step to learning the principles of Lean Enterprise. No previous experience is required.

The course is a mix of classroom and live simulation.

Participants begin by manufacturing simulated circuit boards in a traditional manufacturing setting.

The result of the first simulation round provides the setting for continuous improvement applying Lean Manufacturing principles.

Custom Scheduling

8 Hours

$250 per person

For more information, please contact Chris Allen at 405.377.3333, ext. 251 or email chrisa@meridiantech.edu.

Courses Offered in Conjunction with:

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Have a passion for a topic and the ability to teach it? Check out our personal and professional course listings to see if you are an expert in something we offer or let us know your ideas for a new course you would like to teach. You could be one of our next adjunct instructors.

Send us your information at info@meridiantech.edu or contact us at 405.377.3333.

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Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Full-Time Training Programs Planning, managing and providing scientific research and professional and technical services (physical science, social science and engineering) including laboratory and testing services, and research and development services are found in this career field.

Advanced Project Lead The Way Pre-Engineering (H.S. Soph., Jr. and Sr.) M-F

1,440 hrs

Project Lead The Way Pre-Engineering (H.S. Jr. and Sr.)

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

M-F

960 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Tuition is free for district high school students.

GENERATION MTC

CAREER EXPO DECEMBER 4TH | 9am - 2pm Today’s eighth-graders are tomorrow’s community leaders. Students will have an opportunity to learn about businesses and careers through hands-on career exploration.

Parents Talk with your student about their future careers.

Students Begin planning your high school class schedule as a freshman to ensure you can enroll in Meridian Technology Center. More than 70 career majors to choose from at no cost for district high school students.

Business Professionals Contact Judy Sindelar at 405-377-3333 ext. 228 or register online at www.meridiantech.edu/careerexpo.

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Transportation Distribution & Logistics Full-Time Training Programs Students are prepared for careers involved in the planning, management and movement of people, materials and products by road, air, rail and water. It also includes related professional and technical support services such as infrastructure planning and management, logistics services and the maintenance of mobile equipment and facilities.

Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair Technician M-F

555 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Automotive Service Technician M-F

945 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Collision Repair and Refinishing Apprentice M-F

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Combination Collision Repair Technician M-F

1,650 hrs

Non-Structural Repair Technician M-F

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Power Sports Technology M-F

1,170 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

Refinishing Technician M-F

570 hrs

540 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm

1,005 hrs

7:50 am - 10:40 am and/or 12:45 pm - 3:35 pm CC College Credit Available Tuition is free for district high school students.

Tuition for in-district adults is $2/hour. Tuition for out-of-district adults is $4/hour.

Personal & Professional Interest Courses Automotive Technology School Bus Driver Training

Prerequisites: Participants must present a valid Oklahoma commercial bus-driving permit and a DL18CT on the first night of class.

Airbrake endorsement is not included in this course.

08/24-08/31

Sat M-Th F

8:00 am - 4:00 pm 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$220

09/21-09/28

Sat M-Th F

8:00 am - 4:00 pm 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$220

Sat M-Th F

8:00 am - 4:00 pm 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$220

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Defensive Driving

The Defensive Driving Course is an excellent opportunity for drivers of all ages to learn about the best methods for defensive driving and accident prevention. The Oklahoma Department of Public Safety has certified Meridian Technology Center as a sponsoring agency for this six-hour training course.

This Oklahoma state certified class will remove 2 points from an Oklahoma driver’s license and may provide a reduction of vehicle insurance premiums.

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TTh TTh TTh TTh TTh

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$50 $50 $50 $50 $50

CDL Prep Course

All operators of commercial motor vehicles are required to pass a written exam. This course is to assist persons preparing for the Oklahoma Commercial Driver’s License exam. The class will cover rules, regulations, laws and safety standards of commercial licenses.

09/09-09/12

MTWTh

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$90

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Online Training

Online Start Dates:

Courses start each month and are self-paced.

08/21 - 10/11 09/18 - 11/08 10/16 - 12/06 11/13 - 01/03 12/11 - 01/31

Arts and Language Drawing for the Absolute Beginner……………………

Introduction to Guitar…………………………………

Music Made Easy………………………………………

Pleasures of Poetry……………………………………

$84 $84 $84 $84

Business, Management & Administration Achieving Success with Difficult People………………

Administrative Assistant Fundamentals………………

Building Teams That Work………………………………

Introduction to Microsoft Access 2010…………………

Introduction to Microsoft Access 2007…………………

Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2010…………………

Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007…………………

Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 2007………………

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2010…………

$84 $84 $84 $84 $84 $84 $84 $84 $84

Finance Accounting Fundamentals …………………………… $ 84 Accounting Fundamentals II………………………… $84 Advanced Microsoft Excel 2010……………………… $84 Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2010…………………… $84 Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2007…………………… $84 Introduction to Crystal Reports 10…………………… $84 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2010………………… $84 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007………………… $84

Introduction to Peachtree Accounting 2012…………

Introduction to QuickBooks 2007……………………

Introduction to QuickBooks 2008……………………

Introduction to QuickBooks 2009……………………

Introduction to QuickBooks 2010……………………

Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2007……………

Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2010……………

Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2011……………

Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2012……………

Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2013……………

QuickBooks 2010 for Contractors……………………

QuickBooks 2009 for Contractors……………………

Health Science Explore a Career as an Administrative Medical Assistant…………………… $84 Explore a Career in Medical Transcription…………… $84 Introduction to Natural Health and Healing ……… $ 84 Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach………………………… $84

Human Services Assisting Aging Parents……………………………… $84

Discover Digital Photography…………………………

Enhancing Language Development in Childhood……………………………………………

Genealogy Basics………………………………………

Guiding Kids on the Internet…………………………

$84 $84 $84 $84

Information Technology Intermediate DreamWeaver CS5…………………… $84

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Employment Law Fundamentals (US)……………… $84 Introduction to Criminal Law (US)…………………… $84

CERTIFICATION TESTING Meridian offers testing for the following certifications.

• Alarm and Locksmith • Firefighter I • Oklahoma Posse (Peace Officer Screening and Selection Examination) • Outdoor Fireworks Display Operator • Security and Private Investigator Licensure • Tattoo Artist

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Early Enrollment Enroll at least 7 days before the class begins and get $5 off our short-term courses held between August 15 - December 15 Exceptions to the discount include online courses and exam fees.

Please reference code LEAD. Only one coupon may be used per class.

A non-refundable deposit is required to confirm enrollment for each class. This deposit guarantees your enrollment in the class of your choice and is applied to your tuition. A $50 deposit is required for classes $399 and under. A $100 deposit is required for classes $400 and over. The deposit can be paid with a check or money order (payable to Meridian Technology Center) with a VISA, MasterCard or Discover Card. Deposit is refundable only if class is cancelled by Meridian Technology Center.

The balance of tuition is due by the first class meeting and is non-refundable. Supplies are not included in the tuition price, unless otherwise noted. If needed, they may be purchased from the Meridian Mart located on campus during regular business hours. We ask that you take responsibility for your projects that are left on our campus or at an extension site. Unforeseen circumstances may cause us to change the date or time of a class.

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