LTC Community Education Brochure | Fall 2019

DO

SOMETHING FOR

YOU

Schedule yourself for fun or professional development with a

COMMUNITY E D U C AT I O N CLASS

Fall 2019

COMMUNIT Y EDUCATION Expand your knowledge and skill level with Lakeshore Technical College Community Education classes. We offer learning and enrichment opportunities in a variety of topics at locations throughout the community.

HOW TO REGISTER

ONLINE

gotoltc.edu/Community-Education

CALL

1.888.468.6582 Ext. 1366

VISIT

LTC Cleveland Campus 1290 North Avenue Lakeshore Building, Welcome Center

GENERAL INFO

STAY INFORMED

All classes are open to the public. Class sizes are limited.

Register early to ensure a spot; registration one week prior to class date is preferred.

Sign up to receive information about future class offerings. gotoltc.edu/Community-Education

SENIOR FEE

62+

Designated classes have a reduced fee available for students 62 years and older.

LAKESHORE TECHNICAL COLLEGE DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, DISABILITY OR AGE IN EMPLOYMENT, ADMISSIONS OR ITS PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES. THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION OFFICER HAS BEEN DESIGNATED TO HANDLE INQUIRIES REGARDING THE COLLEGE’S NONDISCRIMINATION POLICIES.

CONTENTS 1 Agriculture 1

Business & Technology

2 Certifications 2

Life & Leisure

3

Instructor Highlight: Kelly Komoroski

4

Instructor Highlight: Jenna Cornell

6 Culinary 6

Instructor Highlight: Amanda Weber

CL ASS LOCATIONS CLEVELAND

MANITOWOC

LTC Cleveland 1290 North Avenue

LTC Manitowoc 600 York Street

SHEBOYGAN

Manitowoc Public Library 707 Quay Street

Glas Coffee House 924 North 14th Street

OOSTBURG

LTC Culinary 712 Riverfront Drive

Oostburg High School 410 New York Avenue

LTC Sheboygan 1320 Niagara Avenue

PLYMOUTH

Sheboygan Mead Public Library 710 North 8th Street

Plymouth Public Library 130 Division Street LTC Plymouth 125 South Highland Avenue Enter LTC doors 3 or 4 in the north end of the building.

Agriculture

Computers: Word 2016-Level 1 new

Growing Your Own Herbs Oct 17 Oostburg

R #65680

6-8 pm Kate Pearce

Enjoy growing your own herbs and the satisfaction of knowing where your food comes from. Discover the many perennial herbs you can plant to enjoy the harvest year around. Experience hands-on harvesting of common perennial herbs. Recipes and cooking techniques will be shared, and you’ll sample a buffet of herb-infused foods.

FEE: $31.33

SR. FEE: $24.50

62+

Organic Urban Gardening Oct 3 LTC Manitowoc

T #65694

6-9 pm Kelly Bahrs

Oct 8 Oostburg

R #65650

6-9 pm Kelly Bahrs

Learn past and present methods for growing edibles without commercial chemicals, as well as modern and traditional ways to improve your garden, augment soils, and avoid pests using natural techniques. Raised beds, container gardening, and lasagna composting will also be covered.

FEE: $18.15

SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

Prune Like A Pro Oct. 15 Oostburg

T #65629

6-9 pm Kelly Bahrs

Since winter is the best time of year to prune your woody plants (shrubs, trees, evergreens), spend a night learning the right techniques now. Pruning promotes a strong tree structure and leads to an aesthetically pleasing and long-living tree or shrub. Poor pruning can be costly and lead to early tree removal.

FEE: $18.15

SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

Oct 21 & 23 LTC Manitowoc

Computers: Excel 2016-Level 1 Nov 4 & 11 LTC Manitowoc

M #65707

6-9 pm Graig Stone

Develop basic computer skills in Excel 2016 as you create, edit, and format spreadsheets.

FEE: $31.48

SR. FEE: $11 62+

Computers: Excel 2016-Level 2 Nov 18 & 25 LTC Manitowoc

M #65708

6-9 pm Graig Stone

Build your Excel knowledge and review skills learned in Excel 2016-Level 1. Concentrate on formula development using relative and absolute referencing, and use the following functions: sum, average, max, min, now, and IF. Create a chart from spreadsheets.

FEE: $31.48

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SR. FEE: $11 62+

6-9 pm Graig Stone

Develop basic computer skills in Word. Create documents using Microsoft Word 2016 by inserting, deleting, and formatting text, as well as setting line spacing, aligning documents, using templates, changing margins, and using the spelling/grammar function.

FEE: $31.48

SR. FEE: $11 62+

Computers: Word 2016-Level 2 Oct 28 & 30 LTC Manitowoc

M/W #65705

6-9 pm Graig Stone

Focus on development of intermediate computer skills and evaluate layouts in Word 2016.

FEE: $31.48

SR. FEE: $11 62+

How to Use Your iPad Oct 21 & 28 Plymouth

M #65147

6-9 pm Jack Daniels

Now that you have an iPad, do you know how to use it? Find out how to set up an iTunes account, how to purchases apps, and how to customize features.

FEE: $24.98

SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

Intro to Prezi: A Better Way to Present Oct 1 & 8 LTC Manitowoc

T #65693

5:30-8 pm Patrick Neuenfeldt

Nov 6 & 13 LTC Sheboygan

W #65692

5:30-8 pm Patrick Neuenfeldt

Learn how to create, present, and analyze your best presentations ever using the newest kind of software.

Experience hands-on organization, creation, and delivery of a Prezi presentation.

FEE: $18.15

Business & Technology

M/W #65687

SR. FEE $4.50 62+

Overcoming Workplace Distractions

new

Monday, November 11 • 5:30-7:30 pm LTC Sheboygan #65702

Tuesday, December 10 • 5:30-7:30 pm LTC Sheboygan #65703

Between phone calls, emails, and other distractions, do you ever get done what you need to at work?

Learn about the multi-tasking myth and the difference between being busy versus productive.

Instructor Chris Schatz, LTC Dean of Health & Human Services, shares his real-life examples of how to make your life easier, more productive, less stressful, and distraction-free.

FEE: $11.33

SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

Windows 10 Sep 30 & Oct 7 Plymouth

M #65143

6-9 pm Jack Daniels

Oct 7 & 9 LTC Manitowoc

M/W 65683

6-9 pm Ed Brunette

Build the foundation you need to start using Windows 10.

Learn how to find your way around the operating system, start menu, desktop, and system settings. Explore how to customize settings, manage files, create documents using WordPad, protect files, and update Windows 10.

Students may bring a Windows 10 laptop to class.

FEE: $24.98

Beginning Jewelry-Earrings

SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

Monday, November 4 • 6-8:30 pm

Your First Steps to Cyber Security Oct 24 Plymouth Library

R #66803

5:30-7:30 pm Peter Cook

This class will cover passwords, credit card security, ransomware, and much more as an introduction to cybersecurity. There will be demonstrations and handson participation so bring your personal device and become confident in securing your information.

FEE: $11.33

LTC Sheboygan #65704

Create a pair of freshwater pearl earrings in your choice of colors (for yourself or as a gift) using basic tools and simple jewelry techniques including bending, forming, hammering, and finishing. All materials and tools are included. Learn from Tim Pinkert, a local artist skilled in design and craftsmanship.

Fee: $39.50

SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

Certifications ServSafe Certification Oct 1 to 22 LTC Culinary

T #65631

6-9 pm Nathan Meinnert

Satisfies Wisconsin Statute HSS196.19(2)(a) requirements. You’ll participate in classroom activities, textbook readings, and the testing for food handling certification. The DHSS filing fee is not included.

FEE: $120.45

SR. FEE: $79.50 62+

Beginning Jewelry-Pendant

Life & Leisure Auto Checkup for Beginners Nov 16 LTC Cleveland

S #65624

9-11 am Chris Bornemann

You don’t have to be afraid of your vehicle. Automotive Master Technician Chris Bornemann will demonstrate simple preventative vehicle checks to be done monthly that will keep your vehicle operating safely and running well. Detailed, hands-on examples cover lights, wipers, horn, tires, fluid levels, and jump-starting.

FEE: $11.33

SR. FEE: $4.50

T/R #65682

6-9 pm Ed Brunette

Beginner and amateur photographers will learn the basics of still photography. Explore the three basic features of great photographs: light, composition, and interesting subjects. Make better use of aperture, flash, and shutter speed. Bring your charged point-and-shoot or SLR digital camera, manual, charger, and memory cards.

FEE: $24.98

Monday, December 2 • 6-8:30 pm LTC Sheboygan #65789

Create a beautiful pearl pendant (for yourself or as a gift) using basic tools and simple jewelry techniques including bending, forming, hammering, and finishing. All materials, tools, and a metal clasped leather cord necklace to hang the pendant on are included. Learn from Tim Pinkert, a local artist skilled in design and craftsmanship.

Fee: $59.50

62+

Concepts for Improving Your Photographs Oct 22 & 24 LTC Manitowoc

new

SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

Dashboard Hieroglyphics Nov 14 LTC Cleveland

R #65718

6-9 pm Ben Adams

Are the dashboard messages in your new hi-tech vehicle confusing you? Do you understand how to interpret and control your vehicle’s settings for your optimal safety and comfort? This class provides an overview of warning lights, what they mean, and what to do about them.

FEE: $18.15

SR. FEE: $4.50

62+

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Creative Welding Basics Oct 24 to Nov 14 LTC Cleveland

R #65675

new

5-9 pm Kelly Komoroski

Experience an introduction to welding as a hobby or career as you learn Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) from the LTC welding team experts. Explore proper equipment use and safety information, machine set-up, and welding in flat and horizontal positions. Learn how to cut material using a plasma cutter, horizontal band saw, and 4’ cutoff shear. All personal protective equipment is provided.

FEE: $114.50

SR. FEE: $59.50 62+

INSTRUCTOR HIGHLIGHT

Kelly Komoroski

Documents to Make Your Wishes Known

new

Oct 5 S Glas Coffee House #65639

1-3 pm Richard Opie

Oct 9 Plymouth Library

W #66796

5:30-7:30 pm Richard Opie

Nov 19 LTC Manitowoc

T #65636

6-8 pm Richard Opie

It’s important to understand the documents that are used to delegate health care and financial decisionmaking. Learn how to plan for legally documenting final wishes for yourself and family members who might be in your care. An introduction to estate planning will also be addressed. Materials provided will lay the foundation for future discussions with legal, social work, or medical professionals regarding estate planning and end-of-life documents. This class is for informational purposes only and not for providing legal advice.

FEE: $11.33

SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

NRA Home Firearm Safety

new

Monday, October 28 • 5-9 pm LTC Manitowoc #65716

Kelly has been welding for 21 years, and has been sharing his passion for welding with students as an LTC welding instructor for seven years. He is a Certified Welding Inspector and a graduate of LTC’s

This is a four-hour course for safe gun handling that is conducted in the classroom only. Students are taught NRA’s three rules for safe gun handling; primary causes of firearms accidents; firearm parts; how to unload certain action types; ammunition components; cleaning; care; safe storage of firearms in the home; and the benefits of becoming an active participant in the shooting sports. Students will receive the NRA Home Firearm Safety handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Basic Firearm Training Program brochure, and course completion certificate. Learn from Ryan Skabroud, LTC Dean of Energy and Public Safety, and a certified NRA instructor.

FEE: $28.15 SR. FEE: $14.50 62+

Welding-Industrial program.

Basic Genealogy Research Digital Photography with Your Smart Device Nov 4 & 11 Plymouth

M #65148

6-9 pm Jack Daniels

Learn how to take photos with your phone or tablet, and what you can do with them. Topics include digital basics: how to take photos; how to view, delete, edit, and share photos; how to create photo projects and order them.

Digital photography apps available for your smart device will also be covered.

FEE: $24.98

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SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

new

Thursdays, October 3-24 • 6-9 pm LTC Manitowoc #65630

Learn the basics of sound genealogy research including locating and evaluating sources of information about your ancestors. Using DNA results in combination with traditional sources and research methods will also be covered. Instructor Alan Warmbold is a professional researcher with over 30 years of experience conducting historical and genealogical research.

FEE: $64.50

Home TV/Internet Options

Photography: Digital SLR

Nov 6 Plymouth Library

W #66804

5:30-7:30 pm David Eckhardt

Oct 8 & 10 LTC Manitowoc

Nov 19 LTC Manitowoc

T #65761

6-8 pm David Eckhardt

Learn the basics of your SLR camera features including portrait, nighttime lighting, fading, etc.

Learn which TV services and options best fit your tastes and budget. Whether you bought a streaming stick a few years ago and are wondering if there’s something better today, or you’re experiencing subscription overload and want to weed something out, this class will help you make sense of your options.

FEE: $14.50

Introduction to Pottery Oct 22 to Nov 12 Oostburg

T #65622

new

6-8:30 pm Terri Barrie

Enjoy this opportunity to work with clay as an art medium while creating a variety of boxes and vessels.

Become familiar with vocabulary, basic construction and decoration methods, and sculptural techniques including slab building, coil and pinch methods, and using a pottery wheel. Surface applications such as glazing will also be covered. All materials are supplied.

FEE: $79.50

FEE: $31.48

T/R #65681

6-9 pm Ed Brunette

SR. FEE: $11

Poetry Isn’t Dead

62+

new

Oct 21 M Manitowoc Library #65679

6-8 pm Jenna Cornell

Nov 9 S Glas Coffee House #65678

10 am-12 pm Jenna Cornell

Perhaps it’s been dormant or locked away for a while, but poetry isn’t dead so if you ever wanted to try writing poetry, this is the class for you. Explore poetry basics and history, as well as the joy of putting words down on paper while going through exercises to ignite your creative side. Geared toward beginners, seasoned poets are also welcome to attend and join in the creative process.

FEE: $19.50

INSTRUCTOR HIGHLIGHT

Mindful Eating Oct 7 M Manitowoc Library #65626

5:30-7:30 pm Erin Souik

Nov 4 M Sheboygan Library #65627

5:30-7:30 pm Erin Souik

Are you tired of – and confused by – all the diet fads? Are you ready to establish a simple, manageable relationship with food without the pressure to commit to a diet involving deprivation? If so, join us for this interactive class. We will discuss myths surrounding sugar, fat, and intermittent fasting, as well as the connection of stress and sleep to weight gain and food cravings.

FEE: $14.50

Jenna Cornell

Jenna is currently working on her Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. As a writer,

No More Jerks/Jerkettes

she works in multiple areas

Oct 9 LTC Sheboygan

including fiction, poetry,

W #65701

6-9 pm Donna Schelfhout

In this fun, interactive class, single people will learn what to look for in a healthy relationship and how to identify key markers of an unhealthy relationship. Topics include the three most important warning signs of difficult partners, key areas to get to know someone you’re dating, and keeping your heart safe and judgment sound.

journalism, film, and music.

FEE: $18.15

award-winning short film. She

SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

Painting Fall’s Bounty Oct 7 to Oct 21 Oostburg

M #65448

6-9 pm Shayla Trader

Fall colors explode in reds, yellows and oranges in this class. We will be using slightly different values to add depth to nature scenes like flowers and leaves; painted on the edge of a large wood plate or another surface of your choice. This is an oil painting project that is open to students of all levels. Materials will be provided.

FEE: $59.50

Jenna has been a published poet since 2005, and one of her poems was turned into an is an LTC communications and writing adjunct instructor as well as a part-time DJ with Cumulus Broadcasting.

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Stand Up-Speak Up

Welding Basics & Beyond

Sep 30 LTC Sheboygan

M #65720

6-9 pm Charles Manthey

Oct 2 to Dec 4 Plymouth

Oct 21 LTC Manitowoc

M #65719

6-9 pm Charles Manthey

Experience a dynamic introduction to the world of welding as you learn about oxygen/fuel gas supply systems, the GMAW (Gas Metal Arc-Welding) system, equipment, and general shop safety. You’ll also explore plasma cutting and oxy/fuel cutting processes.

Get ready to focus on improving your communication skills, creating better presentations, and handling nerves. There will also be discussions on non-verbal communication and listening skills to help communicate more effectively.

FEE: $18.15

SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

Vitamins & Supplements for Your Optimal Health Nov 7 R Sheboygan Library #65628

new

5:30-7:30 pm Victor Schueller

With so many vitamins and supplements available, it’s hard to know which ones are good quality and beneficial for you. Learn about choosing vitamins and supplements which are best for overall optimal health, special age and gender considerations, any possible harmful effects, and sources for quality products for you and your family.

FEE: $11.33

FEE: $162.38

W #65145

6-9 pm Jacob Sherman

SR. FEE: $60 62+

Writing Your Own Memoirs Oct 21 to Nov 18 Oostburg

M #65623

new

6-8 pm Hannah Harder

When we write about our own lives, the story within us comes complete with compelling characters and a great plot. We have everything we need to compose a memoir – except the writing techniques to help us feel confident enough to put it all down on paper. Learn how to write your own unique memoir which can focus on your childhood or your adult years, or one life-changing day.

FEE: $54.50

SR. FEE: $4.50 62+

C U L I N A RY & H O S PI TA L I T Y

OPEN HOUSE FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23 • 4-6:30

pm L A K E S H O R E T E C H N I C A L C O L L E G E • 712 R I V E R F R O N T D R I V E • S H E B OYG A N

• Taste global cuisine at our action stations • Find out about guaranteed transfer to Lakeland University through the Lake to Lake partnership • Hands-on demonstrations & kitchen tours • Meet with an LTC Career Coach & current students • Explore careers in the hospitality industry • Learn about financial aid & credit for prior learning

Reserve your spot at gotoltc.edu/CulinaryOH or contact Kerri at kerri.bramstedt@gotoltc.edu or 920.693.1342

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CULINARY Expand your palette by taking one of our NEW culinary classes. Broaden your culinary skills.

French Creperie Nov 6 LTC Culinary

INSTRUCTOR HIGHLIGHT

new

W #65723

6-9 pm Amanda Weber

Amanda Weber

Learn the fine art of preparing sweet and savory French crĂŞpes perfect for any occasion.

Paella Party Oct 9 LTC Culinary

new

W #65722

6-9 pm Amanda Weber

Eat your way through sunny Spain! Enjoy traditional favorites as you celebrate this bold, zesty, and flavor-packed cuisine. OlĂŠ!

Tiki Time Sep 25 LTC Culinary

Chef Amanda is a personal chef and caterer, as well as a culinary instructor at Lakeshore Technical College.

new

W #65721

6-9 pm Amanda Weber

Cool island breezes and fruity mocktails are calling your name. All you need is some enchanting Polynesian fare for an evening in paradise.

With past experience with Destination Kohler events, Chef Amanda has a passion for offering innovative culinary classes with a creative flair

FEE: $35.50 PER CLASS

All culinary offerings are demonstration and tasting classes.

that provide students with the confidence to enhance their own home chef skills.

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GIVE COLLEGE A TRY ONE CL ASS AT A TIME

If you’re not sure how college can work for you, consider starting with just ONE COURSE. It’s a great way to see how college can fit into your lifestyle, get started on a degree, or advance in your career. Courses are offered 100% online, days, and evenings – making it easier to FIT COLLEGE INTO YOUR LIFE. There’s a course for everyone, and just about every interest. Choose from a wide variety of areas: ADVANCED MANUFACTURING

ENERGY

AGRICULTURE & HORTICULTURE

HEALTHCARE

AUTOMOTIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION

LEGAL MARKETING & GRAPHIC DESIGN PUBLIC SAFETY

To find a course that fits your needs and interests, visit gotoltc.edu/Find-a-Class where you can search by title, format, location, or term.

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