WVOC Spring 2014 Schedule of Classes

Van Nuys Service Area

General Information

6200 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (818) 346-3540 (Counseling/Registration, Ext. 281/282) Fax: (818) 346-3858 Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Monday-Thursday: 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

School web sites: adulted-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com/VanNuysSC www.wvoc.net

Administration

Welcome to Van Nuys Service Area, a school in the Division of Adult and Career Education of Los Angeles Unified School District. We have been providing high-quality, low-cost education and training to residents of the San Fernando Valley since 1965.

Students can learn English, earn a high school diploma or GED, prepare for a new career, or upgrade skills for an existing career. Your future starts here!

Enroll now!

Vocational Education Foundation

Spring Semester Calendar

Semester Begins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . January 13, 2014 10-week classes begin: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . January 13, 2014 and March 24, 2014 Semester Ends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 5, 2014 Dates Classes Not Held Martin Luther King, Jr Day . . . . . . . . . . . . January 20, 2014 Presidents Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . February 17, 2014 Non-Assigned Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . March 31, 2014 Spring Recess . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 14 - 18, 2014 Memorial Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 26, 2014 Pupil Free Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 6, 2014 Brochure Disclaimer: Information in this brochure was accurate at time of publication. Changes may have occurred subsequently.

Closing of Classes: Administration reserves the right at any time to reduce the number of course offerings, reduce the length of courses and/or reduce the number of class meetings due to lack of adequate funding or low attendance. Some classes may be full prior to open registration due to pre-registration of continuing students.

All classes are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability.

Men and women are encouraged to consider non-traditional occupational goals.

?

Our schools are non-smoking, alcohol-free and drug-free campuses!

✎

Be atar! s

Helping Students Reach Their Goals Corporations, businesses, teachers, fellow students!

You can make a difference! Help WVOC students meet their vocational goals. We accept your tax deductible contributions and donations which will help our students meet their goals. For more information please contact Mr. Richard Fischetto via email at wvoc@aol.com

2

Kathleen Javaheri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Principal Jesus Bastidas . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Principal, Operations Cynthia Diaz . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Principal, Operations Poi Wong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Principal, Operations Gity Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Principal, Counseling Refugio Rios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Principal, Counseling

Cover Design by Karen Robbins, Graphic Design Instructor

How

to Read Our Schedule Weeks

20

Days class offered

1415 Section Number

M-Th

Name of instructor

6:15 pm-9:00 pm Time class offered

307

Roe

$90

Room number Cost of class of class (per course per term)

Classes that begin after 4:00 pm are indicated by bold print.

Registration Information Spring Semester: January 13, 2014 - June 5, 2014 West Valley Occupational Center - Open Enrollment: Monday/Wednesday Monday/Wednesday Monday/Wednesday/Thursday Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday Monday-Friday Monday-Thursday Monday-Thursday

8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Enrollment continues for all classes until classes are full.

RESEDA CAMPUS - Open Enrollment: Academic ESL

Monday/Wednesday Tuesday/Thursday

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Registration/Counseling Office (Room 102) Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday-Thursday 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm 10-Week Classes: January 13, 2014 & March 24, 2014

Van Nuys CAMPUS - Open Enrollment: Academic ESL

Monday/Wednesday Tuesday/Thursday

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Certificates: All courses are competency based. Students will be awarded completion certificates after successfully completing all competencies. Van Nuys Service Area is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and certificate coursework is recognized by industry and surrounding local community colleges.

Age Requirement for Enrollment: Any person 16 years of age or older is eligible for enrollment. Those under 18 must be registered through our Assistant Principal, Counseling Services at each site.

Enrollment: Must be confirmed by attendance at the first class meeting. Under the continuous enrollment policy, vacancies at the first class meeting may be filled immediately from the waiting list.

Continuous Enrollment: Students may enroll in some classes any time during the class term if space is available.

Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Waiting lists are valid for the current class term only.

Prerequisites: Some classes have requirements that must be met before taking the course. Please see each class description to check if there are any prerequisites for the class you wish to take.

Re-Enrollment: Students may not re-enroll in a class that they have completed.

Fees and Exemptions Information: The course fee for each individual class is noted in the schedule of classes.

1. A minimum course fee of $30 will be charged for each class.

2. The charge for a photo ID is $5.

3. Students may be required to purchase books and/or supplies.

Registration is not complete until all fees are paid.

The registration office accepts cash, checks or credit cards.

(A service fee of $20 will be charged per returned check.)

Exemptions: Individuals exempt from paying all fees: 1. Concurrently enrolled high school students.

(See page 5, H.S. Student Services) 2. P ersons with disabilities 22 years old and younger.

Individuals eligible for an exemption must inform the Registration Office staff before registering.

Request for Refunds:

1. Requests must be made within seven calendar days after the first possible day of attendance.

2. Requests must be accompanied by a paid receipt.

3. Refunds are subject to a $20 drop fee for each transaction.

4. Refunds are sent by U.S. mail after processing.

Termination Policy: Students may be dropped from a class for the following reasons: 1) Failure to attend first class meeting at the time class is scheduled to begin. 2) Failure to meet prerequisites as stated in the class schedule and approved by Division of Adult and Career Education. 3) Absent more than three consecutive class sessions in a semester without contacting instructor.* 4) Unsatisfactory progress in a course due to irregular attendance.* 5) Committing an unlawful act on school premises, violation of school regulations or disruption of the orderly operation of the school or class. 6) Unsuccessful completion of the required hours and competencies for the course.

7) Continually arriving late to class or leaving early.* 8) Inappropriate behavior or failure to adhere to Van Nuys Service Area code of conduct.

General Information

ESL (Room 104)

Academic

CTE

Length of Training: The length of training varies. Your completion will depend on curriculum guidelines, your previous experience, attendance, and individual ability. Students must meet all course competencies. Students who have not passed a class at the completion of the term will be given one opportunity to repeat the class. *Note: Students dropped for the above reasons will have to re-register and pay full fees once again.

Instructor approval may be required.

3

Career technical education (cte) classes at wvoc campus Office Occupations

Table of Contents

General Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Computer Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15

Computer Technician (Introduction), A+ Certification/1, 2 and 3 Computer Technician: A+ Certification (Upgrade)

Network Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Networking 1, Networking 2

Administrative Assistant/1: Office Procedures Administrative Assistant/2: Business English Typist: Keyboarding/1, Typist: Keyboarding/2 Computer Operation/1: Foundations Computer Operation/2: Applications Computer Operation/3: Database Management Computer Operation/4: Presentations

Building and Construction Air Conditioning/Refrigeration . . . . . . . . . 15-16

Medical Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Health Information Tech/1: Terminology Health Information Tech/2: Electronic Recording & Filing Health Information Tech/3: Insurance and Billing Health Information Tech/4: Diagnostic Coding Systems [ICD-10-CM] Health Information Tech/5: Ambulatory Coding Systems [CPT/HCPCS]

Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Air Conditioning Technician (Fundamentals) Refrigeration Technician (Fundamentals) Refrigeration Technician Service (Practical Application) Refrigeration Technician Service (Advanced Theory)

Construction Work/1, Construction Work/2 & Construction Work/3 Construction Worker/Pre-Apprenticenship

Photovoltaics (Solar Panel Technology) . . 16-17 Photovoltaics/1, Photovoltaics/2 & Photovoltaics/3

Custodial Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Banking/1, Banking/2 Accounting/1, Accounting/2 Accounting Clerk: Upgrade (QuickBooks) Tax Preparation

Building and Grounds Worker (Fundamentals)

Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Landscaping/1, Landscaping/2 & Landscaping/3

Real Estate: Principles Real Estate: Finance Real Estate: Practice & Ethics

Service Occupations Public Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Security Officer Trainee

Health Careers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Nurse Assistant: Long-Term Care and Home Health Aide Pharmacy Technician

Physical Therapy Careers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Physical Therapy Aide Sports Therapeutics

Child Care Occupations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Locksmithing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Locksmithing/1 & Locksmithing/2

Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

PROGRAM FOR OLDER ADULTS & CLASSES FOR ADULTS WITH Disabilities Program for Older Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Classes for Adults With Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

READING/High School Diploma/GED

Classes at West Valley Occupational Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Classes at Branch Sites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Family Literacy at WVOC Campus 19 English as a Second Language

Classes at West Valley Occupational Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Classes at Branch Sites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Early Childhood Education Assistant/1 Early Childhood Education Assistant/2

Classes at Reseda Campus . . . . . . . 22

Cosmetology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11

Classes at Van Nuys Campus . . . . . 23

Cosmetology/1, Cosmetology/2 & Cosmetology/3 Esthetician/1, Esthetician/2 & Esthetician/3 Manicuring/1 & Manicuring/2

West Valley OCCUPATIONAL Center Map Victory Blvd.

Victory Blvd.

Victory Blvd.

Fashion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Parking Parking Parking

Fashion/1, Fashion/2, Fashion/3, Fashion/4 Baker (Fundamentals) Cake Decorating Culinary Arts: Catering Event Planning

67 67 67 65 65 66 66 65 66 64 64 64 Auto Auto 55 55 Compound 57 Auto Compound 55 57 54 57 54 56 Compound 54 56 53 56 53 53

Graphic Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13

51 51 51

Culinary Arts and Hospitality . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12

Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) Technician: Architectural Basics Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) Technician: Mechanical Basics Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) Technician: Upgrade

4

Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Electronics/1, Electronics/2 & Electronics/3

Parking Parking Parking

Winnetka Ave. Winnetka Ave. Winnetka Ave.

Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) . . . . . 13

52

52

52

50 50 Lunch Area 50 Lunch Area Lunch Area 49 49 49

N N

W W VOC VOC W VOC

Parking Parking Parking

39 39 M M 40 40 39 M 40

41 W 42 41 W 42 41 W 42

31 32 33 34 31 32 33 34 31 32 33 34 29 31 29 W W 31 M M 29 W 31 M Job Placement 25 25 26 26 Job Placement 27 27 28 28 25 26 Job Placement 27 28 21 23 21 22 22 23 24 24 21 22 23 24 17 19 17 18 18 19 20 20 17 18 19 20 11 13 11 12 12 13 14 14 11 12 13 14 Bung.

Bung.

Bung. A A -- AEWC AEWC Bung. B B -- TESTING TESTING Bung. A - AEWC Staff Parking ParkingBung. B - TESTING Staff Staff Parking Calvertone Way Calvertone Way Street Calvertone Way

4 44 4 44 4 43 3 43

45 45 45

47 47 47 46 46 46

W M W W

Book 38 38 Book Store Store 38 Book Store 36 36 36 Cosmetology Cosmetology Cosmetology 10 10 16 L earning 16 10 Center Learning 16 Learning Center

3 37 7 37 3 35 5

35

Center

9 9 9 8 6 6 7 7 8 6 7 8

48 48 48

Wall Wall Wall Building Building Building

Parking Parking Parking

Refugee Refugee Refugee Program Program Program

15 15 15

Administration Administration Administration Registration Registration Registration Business Education Business Education Business Education Room Room 101-311 101-311 Room 101-311 Child Care Building Child Care Building Early Ed. Center Child Care Building M M

71 71 71

5 5 5

70 70 70 3 3 4 4 3 4 1 2 W W 1 M M 2

2 W 1 M Testing Center Testing Center Testing Center

Landscape Landscape Landscape Plant Plant Sale Sale Plant Sale

Staff Staff Staff Parking Parking Parking

Desktop Publishing/1 & Desktop Publishing/2 Graphic Design (Fundamentals) Graphic Design: Digital Imaging Graphic Design: Advertising Design Graphic Design: Web Design

63 63 63 62 62 62 61 61 61 60 60 60 59 59 59 58 58 58

Test Schedule Reading and math Placement Tests are free and are given Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in Room 104.

Please bring picture ID (driver’s license, passport). Arrive 15 minutes early to ensure a seat. (Space is limited.)

Required reading level by program: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Computer Technician A+ Certification (Upgrade) . . . .

Cosmetology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Esthetician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GED Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

High School Diploma Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manicuring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pharmacy Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Photovoltaics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Physical Therapy Aide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.0 9.0 10.0 10.0 8.0 9.0 8.0 10.0 6.0 6.0

Computer Challenge Tests: Tests are given in the Career Resource Center (CRC) (Room 204), Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. There is a $20 fee for each test. Fees are paid in the CRC. New students may omit the following classes by passing Challenge Tests: Computer Operations/1: Foundations and Computer Operations/2: Applications.

Typing Test: Test for typing speed and accuracy is given in our Career Resource Center (Room 204), Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Pay $20 fee in the CRC. (May re-take test for $20 each time.)

Practice GED Tests are given at 1:30 p.m. every Wednesday & Thursday in Room 10. Testing (Part 1) must begin on a Wednesday.

Tests are also given the first Wednesday & Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in Room 10. A reading test is required before taking the Practice GED Test. It is recommended that students take the reading test prior to registration to be able to secure their space. (See reading test schedule above.) There is a $35 fee for the complete battery of practice tests. The fee is paid in the Counseling/Registration Office. This fee covers GED Preparation coursework.

Note: Students must be at least 18 years of age to take the GED test. For more information on GED testing, contact the GED Test Center at (213) 765-2573 or go online to http://adulted-lausd-ca. schoolloop.com and click on GED. ESL Placement Testing: New ESL students must be assessed for correct level placement to register for classes. Testing and registration are scheduled on Monday & Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. in Room 104.

Student Services Offered at West Valley Occupational Center Disability Support Services Located in Room 102, the Disability Support Services Office provides assistance to adult students with disabilities. Support services may include: program information, registration assistance, adaptive equipment and software, classroom accommodations, sign language interpreters, and agency referral and liaison.

Documentation verifying the disabling condition will be required.

For information or/and appointment, please call (818) 346-3540, Ext. 253.

Career Resource Center Access to career-oriented information and resources are available to WVOC students. Students can obtain handouts, view DVDs, and utilize computers to access information on such topics as resumes, interviews, job searches, and more. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

For additional information, please call (818) 346-3540, Ext. 234 or visit Room 204.

Counseling Services Counseling services include career, academic and referrals to community agencies for personal issues. To make an appointment with a counselor contact the counseling office at: (818) 346-3540, Ext. 281 or 282, or come to Room 102.

H.S. Student Services Senior high school students (16 years of age and over) in public, parochial or private schools are eligible to enroll in day or evening classes. For additional information, contact your high school counselor or call the Assistant Principal, Adult Counseling Services at West Valley Occupational Center at (818) 346-3540, Ext. 221, Room 102.

Student Records/Transcript Evaluation Students may request copies of their WVOC course completion records or attendance records in the Counseling and Registration Office (room 102). All requests will require photo ID. Records will be prepared and ready for pick up in 5-10 working days. Records prior to 1996 may take longer.

Note: Students interested in earning a U.S. High School Diploma may receive credit for prior courses completed in high school or college. Please make an appointment with a counselor to have your transcripts evaluated.

Veteran’s Program: Veterans seeking educational benefits should make an appointment to see a Counselor at: (818) 346-3540, extension 221. Approved courses for veteran education training benefits are noted in schedule. Disabled Veterans should contact the Disability Support Services Office at extension 253.

Mission Statement West Valley Occupational Center is committed to providing a quality educational environment responsive to the needs of our diverse student population that prepares them for gainful employment and/or continuing education.

General Information - WVOC Campus

GENERAL INFORMATION – WVOC CAMPUS

5

CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION CLASSES AT WVOC CAMPUS General Office

TYPIST: KEYBOARDING/2 . . . . . . . 71-50-86

General General Information Office

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/1: OFFICE PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . 75-35-50 DESCRIPTION: This is one of three courses designed for administrative assistant training. Students receive technical instruction and practical experience in office procedures. It includes an orientation, workplace safety procedures, resource management, business ethics and attitudes, and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on the proper use of office tools and equipment including electronic calculating machines and reprographic equipment, telephone etiquette, email and mail processing, data and records management, the appropriate use of reference materials, and travel arrangements.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (1/13) 1703 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 303 Torres $90

DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to introduce students to skills used in office occupations. The course includes computer terminology, operation safety and maintenance, keyboarding review, document formatting and applications, office career preparation, and basic employability skills.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Completion of Typist: Keyboarding/1.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline and type 30 wpm with 97% accuracy on a 5-minute timed writing.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10/10 713/743 M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm 303 Torres $50 (Forum)

10 (3/24) 744 (Forum)

M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 201 Roe

$50

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/2: BUSINESS ENGLISH . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-35-60 DESCRIPTION: This is one of three courses designed for administrative assistant training. Students receive technical instruction and practical experience in written and oral business communications. It includes a review of workplace safety procedures and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on the rules of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and the application of those rules in business writing and reporting. It also covers techniques in effective reading, listening and speaking.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (3/24) 1741 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 303 Torres $90

COMPUTER Operation/1: Foundations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-35-80 DESCRIPTION: This course, designed for students of all career pathways, provides a comprehensive understanding of basic computing and the Windows 7 operating system. Among the topics included are: the proper use of the keyboard and mouse; a general familiarity with hardware and software; an introduction to word processing and electronic file management; and an overview of the internet and use of email.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Concurrent enrollment in Typist: Keyboarding is recommended.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10/10 1704/1742 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 211 Giammattei $90 10/10 1705/1743 M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm 302 Rosen $90 10 (1/13) 1706 M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 201 Roe $90

COMPUTER Operation/2: APPLICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-35-90 TYPIST: KEYBOARDING/1 . . . . . . . 71-50-84 DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to introduce students to computer keyboarding skills and teach common computer terminology.

PREREQUISITES: Minimum high-intermediate level of English equivalency, or completion of or concurrent enrollment in ESL Intermediate High/A. COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline and 25 wpm with 80% accuracy on a 5-minute timed writing.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10/10 713/743 M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm 303 Torres $50 (Forum)

6

10 (3/24) 744 (Forum)

M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 201 Roe

$50

DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with an introduction to Microsoft’s Office 2010 Word and Excel program applications.

Covering the fundamentals of each program, students will learn about creating and editing documents and spreadsheets; applying formatting elements and page layouts; producing tables and charts; saving and printing files; and more.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Computer Basics, Literacy or Fundamentals or equivalent Challenge Tests (see test schedule on page 5).

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (1/13) 1708 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 307 Galvan $90 10 (3/24) 1745 M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm 307 Galvan $90 10/10 1707/1744 M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 303 Kowaney $90

COMPUTER Operation/3: Database Management . . . . . 75-45-50

COMPUTER Operation/4: Presentations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-45-60 DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in presentation programs.

It includes workplace safety and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on the different types of presentation graphics software, understanding the parts of the PowerPoint screen, navigating an existing presentation, creating a new presentation using the basic principles of design, filling in text boxes, inserting and formatting objects to edit and improve the presentation graphics, adding private notes for the speaker, printing the slides, and tips to maximize the effect and utility of the presentation.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English and successful completion of Computer Operations/2: Software Applications or equivalent Challenge Test (see test schedule on page 5).

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (1/13) 1709 M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm 307 Galvan $90

Medical Office Health Information Tech/1: TERMINOLOGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76-15-50 DESCRIPTION: This is the first course in a series of five designed for health information technology, preparing students for employment in health-related fields. Students will develop the ability to understand the language of medicine through learning word parts relating to body systems, including word building, analysis of terms, spelling and pronunciation. An overview of healthcare specializations including clinical, diagnostic, and surgical procedures, pathological conditions and medications will also be covered. This course is a prerequisite for all other HIT courses.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (1/13) 4106 M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm 205 Dorsey $100 10 (3/24) 4140 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 205 Dorsey $100 20 4100 MW 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 203 Alvarez $100

DESCRIPTION: Learn the necessary skills for employment as a medical front-office assistant. This course prepares individuals for entry-level employment in a healthcare environment. Training includes safety procedures, medical ethics and HIPAA regulations and confidentiality policy, healthcare forms and reports, and entering patient demographic information using Medisoft. Financial recordkeeping, telephone techniques, filing practices, appointment scheduling, chart assembly and employability skills will also be covered.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. HIT Terminology, 35 wpm, Computer Basics, Literacy or Foundations or equivalent Challenge Test (see test schedule on page 5).

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (1/13) ___ M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm 203 Staff $100 (Forum)

Health Information Tech/3: INSURANCE AND BILLING . . . . . . 76-15-70 DESCRIPTION: This course prepares individuals for entry-level employment as an insurance billing specialist in medical offices, clinics, clinical laboratories, insurance companies and other facilities. Students will learn computerized office management using Medisoft including the use of EMR (Electronic Medical Record). Instruction will include insurance terminology, patient demographic entry, procedure and payment entry, and HIPAA guidelines. Medical record documentation guidelines will also be discussed. Various types of insurance plans will be covered including Medicare, Medicaid (Medi-Cal), HMOs, private/group insurance, Workers’ Compensation and State Disability. Training includes reading EOBs, handling collections and the appeals process. Employability skills will also be addressed.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. HIT Terminology, 35 wpm, Computer Basics, Literacy or Foundations or equivalent Challenge Test (see test schedule on page 5).

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (1/13) 4107 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 205 Dorsey $100 10 (3/24) 745 M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm 205 Dorsey $100 (Forum)

Health Information Tech/4: DIAGNOSTIC CODING Systems [ICD-10-CM] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76-15-80 DESCRIPTION: This course prepares individuals to transform written descriptions of diseases, injuries, conditions, signs and symptoms into numerical designations (3-5 digit codes) for purposes of reimbursement and statistical reporting. Official coding guidelines are reviewed to comply with Federal regulations.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. HIT/1 and HIT/3 (or instructor approval), 35 wpm, Computer Basics, Literacy or Foundations or equivalent Challenge Test (see test schedule on page 5).

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook, Coding Manual and/or supplies 10 (1/13) 4108 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 203 Kinne $100 10 (3/24) ___ M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm 203 Staff $100

General General Office Information / Medical Office

DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in database management. It includes a review of workplace safety and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on basic filing, alphabetical indexing, cross-referencing techniques for onfile documents, application of system commands for file maintenance; the creation, documentation, and protection of functional data files; and understanding key aspects of Access database program, including record creation, tables, forms, queries, and filtering.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Computer Operations/2: Software Applications or equivalent Challenge Test (see test schedule on page 5).

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (3/24) 1746 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 307 Galvan $90

Health Information Tech/2: Electronic Recording and Filing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76-15-60

7

MEDICAL OFFICE / Finance

Health Information Tech/5: AMBULATORY CODING Systems [CPT/HCPCS] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76-15-90 DESCRIPTION: This course prepares individuals to convert descriptions of medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures rendered by health care providers into five-digit numeric codes for the purpose of effectively and efficiently communicating to insurance companies the procedures and service provided to patients. Training includes coding compliance, the use of five-digit codes and two-digit modifiers, identifying and applying coding guidelines to all the sections of the coding manual, as well as abstracting principles.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. HIT/1 and HIT/3 (or instructor approval), 35 wpm, Computer Basics, Literacy or Foundations or equivalent Challenge Test (see test schedule on page 5).

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook, Coding Manual and/or supplies 10 (3/24) 4141 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 203 Kinne $100 20 4102 TTh 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 203 Alvarez $100 Note: Coding classes help prepare students for National Coding Examinations.

FINANCE BANKING/1: OPERATIONS . . . . . . 75-25-50 DESCRIPTION: This course is the f irst in a sequence of two designed for banking. It provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in banking operations. Emphasis is placed on the operation of a tenkey pad, banking policies and procedures, products and services, checks and deposits, and concepts and practices involving debits and credits, balancing, reconciliation, and records management.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (1/13) ___ M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 211 Staff $50

BANKING/2: MANAGEMENT . . . . 75-25-60

8

DESCRIPTION: This course is the second in a sequence of two designed for banking. It provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in basic banking management. Emphasis is placed on principles of bank management, customer service, asset and liabilities, computer data and reports, and managerial responsibilities.

PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of Banking/1: Operations.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (3/24) ___ M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 211 Staff $50

ACCOUNTING/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-15-50 DESCRIPTION: This course is the first of two courses designed to provide students with technical instruction and practical experience in double-entry accounting systems. Instruction includes an orientation, workplace safety, resource management, business math, tools and equipment, and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on regulatory agencies and professional groups, basic accounting principles, journals, general ledgers, worksheets, financial statements, adjusting and closing entries, spreadsheet accounting, accounts payable, accounts payable subsidiary ledgers, uncollectible accounts receivable, inventories and investments, short-term liabilities, and basic banking principles and procedures related to accounting.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10/10 1702/1740 M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm 201 Granados $60

ACCOUNTING/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-15-60 DESCRIPTION: This course is the second of two designed to provide students with the technical instruction and practical experience in double-entry accounting systems. Emphasis is placed on the forms of business organizations, fixed assets, long-term liabilities, financial statement analysis, payroll, discounts, returns and allowances, job costing accounting, plant assets and depreciation, notes and interest, accrued items, and end-of-fiscal period.

PREREQUISITES: Accounting/1 and employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Concurrent enrollment in Computer Operation/1: Foundations recommended.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10/10 714/741 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 201 Granados $60 (Forum)

ACCOUNTING Clerk: Upgrade (QuickBooks) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71-10-80 DESCRIPTION: This competency-based course is designed to introduce the principles and processes involved in computerized systems (QuickBooks). It includes automated accounting, critical thinking/problem solving, employability skills, assessment of skills, and ethical decision making skills which prepare individuals for employment in accounting and related occupations.

PREREQUISITES: Accounting/1 and employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10/10 714/741 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 201 Granados $80 (Forum)

10 (3/24)

___

M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 307 Staff

$80

TAX PREPARATION . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-15-70 DESCRIPTION: This competency-based course is a part of a sequence designed for accounting. It provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in tax preparation. Emphasis is placed on the principles of taxation, the purposes of federal, state, and local tax laws; and the principles and procedures related to income tax preparation and filing.

PREREQUISITES: Accounting experience and basic computer skills.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (1/13) ___ M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 307 Staff $60

REAL ESTATE

HEALTH CAREERS

REAL ESTATE: PRINCIPLES . . . . . . 71-40-90

NURSE ASSISTANT: LONG-TERM CARE and Home Health Aide . . . . . 77-50-80

REAL ESTATE: FINANCE . . . . . . . . 71-40-70 DESCRIPTION: This course meets statutory requirements for broker’s/ salesperson’s license (Department of Real Estate (DRE) Approval No. 996.88). It includes instruction in the financing of real estate, the different types of loans, and requirements to qualify both the property and the borrower for the loan. Topics include mortgage instruments, construction loans, financial math, and different types of lenders; secondary market financing, including conventional and Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (FHLMC) and Federal National Mortgage Corporation (FNMC) purchases; Veteran’s Administration (VA) and Federal Housing Authority (FHA) underwriting and guarantees; and ethics of real estate.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 20 1700 T 5:15 pm-9:00 pm 208 Montenegro $80

REAL ESTATE: PRACTICE AND ETHICS . . . . . . . . 71-40-80 DESCRIPTION: This course meets statutory requirements for broker’s/ salesperson’s license (Department of Real Estate (DRE) Approval No. 119490). It includes instruction in basic business, financial, and sales practices of real estate. It covers agency laws, various types of contracts and their usage, competitive market analysis, types of advertising, various methods of real estate finance, property management, escrow procedures, tax aspect of real estate practice and the standards of real estate ethics.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 20 ____ W 5:15 pm-9:00 pm 208 Staff $80

PUBLIC SERVICE SECURITY OFFICER TRAINEE . . . 78-85-70 DESCRIPTION: This course prepares students for entry-level employment as security officers. Instruction includes powers of arrest, public relations, arrest, search and seizure, access control, working with difficult people, crowd control, parking/traffic control, and safety policies and procedures.

PREREQUISITES: Concurrent high school students must be at least 16 years old, with at least a 2.0 grade point average and good attendance record.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10/10 __/__ M-F 8:30 am - 10:30 am 301 Staff $60

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This course offers an overview of anatomy, physiology, nutrition, medical terminology and an introduction to diseases and disorders. Emphasis is given to safety principles, infection control and the philosophy of nursing. This course also integrates methods for meeting the social and psychological needs of the patient. Nursing skills and clinical procedures are practiced in the classroom skills laboratory before being demonstrated in a community health facility. Upon completion of the required theory and clinical practice, the student will be qualified as a Home Health Aide and will be a candidate for the Certified Nurse Assistant state examination.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. 8.0 reading level (see test schedule on page 5), no criminal record, current ID, TB clearance, physical exam, BLS valid CPR Healthcare Provider Card, and Social Security Number. Applicants passing the entrance examination will be given registration information for the upcoming class.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

COST: Approximate total cost for the program is $800 (registration, books, insurance, fingerprinting, uniform and supplies).

NOTE: Must pay registration fee plus $15 insurance fee and $52 fingerprinting fee at time of registration. Insurance and fingerprinting fees are non-refundable and are payable in cash only.

Clinical rotation hours TBA. 10 (1/13) 4505 TWTh 8:30 am-5:15 pm 32 Eredia $200 10 (3/24) 4540 TWTh 8:30 am-5:15 pm 32 Eredia $200

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN . . . . . . 77-90-60 (Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to prepare students for employment in a pharmaceutical setting. The class consists of theory and clinical preparation to include: medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmaceutical settings, duties and responsibilities of a Pharmacy Technician, pharmaceutical terms, abbreviations and symbols, metric and apothecary systems, drug requirements, record-keeping, dispensing prescriptions, knowledge of manufacturing, and packaging and labeling of drug products. Students will perform Pharmacy Technician activities in the classroom and at a community site while under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. At successful completion of this course, students will be qualified to register with the California State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician and to take the Pharmacy Technician Certified Board Exam (PTCB).

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. High School Diploma or GED, no criminal record, Basic “C” CPR Certificate, TB clearance and physical exam, 10.0 reading level (see test schedule on page 5) and basic math skills (to be evaluated in class). Typing speed of 25 wpm highly recommended. Applicants passing the entrance examination will be given registration information for the upcoming class.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

COST: Approximate total cost for the program is $1,500 (registration, insurance, books, and supplies).

NOTE: Must pay registration fee plus $15 insurance fee at time of registration. Insurance fee is non-refundable and is payable in cash only.

20 4502 M-F 8:30 am-3:15 pm 36 Diment/

George $650

Real Estate / Health Careers

DESCRIPTION: This course meets statutory requirements for broker’s/salesperson’s license (Department of Real Estate (DRE) Approval No. 894.87). It prepares students for the California Real Estate salesperson’s license examination. It includes instruction in the major aspects of real estate law, the California Department of Real Estate, contracts, deeds, titles, encumbrances, leases, financing, land descriptions, business opportunities, real estate computation, and ethics.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 20 1701 Th 5:15 pm-9:00 pm 208 Montenegro $80 20 ____ M 5:15 pm-9:00 pm 208 Staff $80

9

Childcare Occupations / Cosmetology 10

Physical Therapy CAREERS PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDE . . . . . 76-45-50

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This course prepares students to provide basic physical therapy treatment in health care facilities. Instruction includes: employability skills, workplace safety and infection control, ethical and legal standards, interpersonal skills, and medical terminology. It presents an overview of selected anatomy and physiology systems as well as the disorders and treatments for those bodily systems. Instruction and practice are provided in the assessment of vital signs, body mechanics, treatment methods, therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises and mobility training. Practice of skills in the classroom and laboratory/clinical observations are all included in the training.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Good health, 6.0 reading level (see test schedule on page 5). Applicants passing the entrance examination will be given registration information for the upcoming class.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

COST: Approximate total cost for the program is $300 (registration, books, uniform and supplies).

20 4103 TWTh 5:15 pm-9:00 pm 35 Mubiru $90

SPORTS THERAPEUTICS . . . . . . . 76-45-55

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with hands-on training and basic knowledge of certified athletic trainer (ATC), sport therapy/physical therapy aide, massage therapist, personal trainer and other health care professionals. Instruction includes employability skills, facility management, fitness consulting, athletic training, sports conditioning, prevention and treatment of injuries, nutrition, fitness and exercise, safety and infection control, vital signs and first aid.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Good health.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

COST: Approx. total cost for the program is $300 (registration, books, uniform and/or supplies).

20 4140 TW 8:30 am-12:15 pm

Th 8:30 am-11:45 am 35 Mubiru $90

CHILD CARE OCCUPATIONS To earn a certificate students must complete the 2 core classes.

Ten hours of field work per week are required for each of the classes. Classes may be taken in any order. The two classes meet the qualifications for pre-school teachers and/or directors set by the State Department of Social Services, the licensing agency for child care centers.

Early Childhood Education Assistant/1 . . . . . . 72-10-90 DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide training for the Child Care professional seeking employment in pre-schools, child care centers and child development programs. The State of California requires classroom instruction in both Child Growth and Development and Child Care and Guidance I to earn credit for the course. This course also includes guided observations and fieldwork experience with groups of young children.

PREREQUISITES: T.B. test required for field training.

20 4500 MW 5:45 pm-9:00 pm 212 Shirley $140

Early Childhood Education Assistant/2 . . . . . . 72-20-50 DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide training for the Child Care professional seeking employment in pre-schools, child care centers and child development programs. This course provides the classroom instruction and training required by the State of California for Child Care and Guidance II and Home, School and Community. Instruction includes guided observations and fieldwork experience with groups of young children.

PREREQUISITES: T.B. test required for field training.

To be offered Fall Semester 2014.

COSMETOLOGY COSMETOLOGY/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78-45-60 COSMETOLOGY/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78-45-63 COSMETOLOGY/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78-45-65 (Approved for Veterans.)

DE SC R I P TION : These cour ses meet the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (CSBBC) 1600 hour training requirement. It provides students with technical instruction and practical experience to develop the skills needed to take and pass the Cosmetology Licensing Exam. Students will learn disinfection, hairstyling, hair cutting, chemical texturing, hair coloring, nail care and skin care procedures.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. 10.0 reading level (see test schedule on page 5). Applicants passing the entrance exam will be given registration information for the upcoming class.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

COST: Approximate total cost for the program is $3700 (registration, books, and supplies).

Cosmo 1 4503 M-Th 8:30 am-3:15 pm 3/4 Sumera $910 Cosmo 2 619 M-Th 8:30 am-4:45 pm 16 Zelyan $910 (Forum)

Cosmo 3 619 (Forum)

M-Th

8:30 am-4:45 pm

16

Lahham $910

ESTHETICIAN/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78-45-80 ESTHETICIAN/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78-45-83 ESTHETICIAN/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78-45-85 DESCRIPTION: These courses meet the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (CSBBC) 600 hour training requirement. It provides students with technical instruction and practical experience to develop the skills needed to take and pass the Esthetician Licensing Exam. Students will learn skin care procedures such as facials (plain, electric, and chemical), eyebrow shaping with tweezers and wax, daytime, evening, and corrective make up techniques.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. 10.0 reading level (see test schedule on page 5). Applicants passing the reading test will be given registration information for the upcoming class.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

COST: Approximate total cost for the program is $1500 (registration, books, and supplies).

40 620 M-Th 8:30 am-1:15 pm 13/14 Yermilova $230 Note: S tudents must start in Esthetician/1 in the Fall Semester and advance to Esthetician/2, then Esthetician/3 as one group throughout the school year to be able to complete the program by June 2014. Class fee is charged for each level.

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: These courses meet the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (CSBBC) 400 hour training requirement. It provides students with technical instruction and practical experience to develop the skills needed to take and pass the Manicuring Licensing Exam.

Students will learn manicuring, pedicuring, nail tips, wraps, and acrylic application techniques.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. 8.0 reading level (see test schedule on page 5). Applicants passing the reading test will be given registration information for the upcoming class.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

COST: Approximate total cost for the program is $1000 (registration, books, and supplies).

Manicuring/2 (11/12/13-3/6/14) 12 707 M-Th 8:30 am-1:15 pm 15 Cao $260 (Forum)

Manicuring/1 (3/10/14-6/5/14) 12 707 M-Th 8:30 am-1:15 pm (Forum)

15

Cao

$260

FASHION

FASHION/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74-55-70 DESCRIPTION: This course is the third of four designed to provide students with project-based experiences in computerized apparel design, illustration, and patternmaking as used in today’s industry.

Instruction includes an introduction, reviews of workplace safety policies and procedures, resource management, and employability skills, and introductory entrepreneurship. Emphasis is placed on computerized techniques in design and illustration, tailoring and production sewing techniques, and computerized patternmaking techniques.

PREREQUISITES: Fashion/2 and employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies To be offered Fall Semester 2014.

FASHION/4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74-55-80 DESCRIPTION: This course is the last in a sequence of four designed to provide students with project-based experiences in apparel history, design, and manufacturing. Instruction includes an introduction and review of workplace safety policies and procedures, resource management, employability skills, and entrepreneurship. Emphasis is placed on the historical inspiration of fashion and costumes, textile technology, manual and computerized grading, design techniques, and manufacturing techniques.

PREREQUISITES: Fashion/3 and employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies To be offered Fall Semester 2014.

FASHION/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74-55-50 DESCRIPTION: This course is the first of four designed to provide students with project-based experiences in apparel design and illustration as used in today’s industry. Instruction includes an orientation, workplace safety policies and procedures, trade mathematics, and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on current inspiration and sources of design and illustration techniques used for developing a line, basic sewing principles and techniques, and basic patternmaking principles and techniques.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10/10 705/___ M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 53 Chang $80 (Forum)

FASHION/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74-55-60 DESCRIPTION: This course is the second of four designed to provide students with project-based experiences in apparel design, illustration, and patternmaking as used in today’s industry.

Instruction includes an introduction and reviews of workplace safety policies and procedures, resource management, trade mathematics, and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on advanced design and illustration techniques used for developing a line, sewing and garment construction techniques, and manual patternmaking and draping techniques.

PREREQUISITES: Fashion/1 and employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10/10 705/___ M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 53 Chang $80 (Forum)

CULINARY Arts & Hospitality BAKER (FUNDAMENTALS) . . . . . 78-50-50

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This course provides entry-level training, enabling graduates to qualify for first year apprentice positions in the commercial baking industry. Instruction includes hands-on production procedures in scaling, mixing, make-up, baking, finishing, and merchandising of commercial baking products.

PREREQUISITES: TB clearance prior to handling food. Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Approximate total cost is $500 (registration, books, and supplies).

20 4504 TTh 8:30 am-3:45 pm 42/49 Holtz $140

CULINARY ARTS: CAKE DECORATING . . . . . . . . . . . . 77-15-60 DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with project-based learning experiences in the art and science of cake decoration. Students will produce a portfolio of photographed work showcasing their professionally finished cakes from concept to presentation.

PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of Baker (Fundamentals).

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Approximate total cost is $500 (registration, books, and supplies).

20 ___ T 4:45 pm-9:00 pm 42/49 Staff $80

Cosmetology General /Information Fashion / Culinary

MANICURING/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78-10-90 MANICURING/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78-10-95

11

Culinary General /Information Graphic Arts

Culinary Arts: CATERING . . . . 77-15-80

12

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This course provides entry-level and intermediate training to enable graduates to qualify as catering assistants, institutional and restaurant apprentice cooks, and any position that requires firsthand knowledge and experience in food service. Students are exposed to “prep� cooking, presentation, and storage in all food categories, with hands-on procedures and classroom theory.

PREREQUISITES: TB clearance prior to handling food. Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Approximate total cost is $500 (registration, books, and supplies).

20 4501 MW 8:30 am-3:45 pm 42/49 Holtz $100

GRAPHIC DESIGN (FUNDAMENTALS) . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-65-50

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This first course in graphic design provides technical instruction and practical experience in workplace safety, the basic principles and techniques of graphic design, print and web typography, color theory and management, elements of illustration, logo design, and branding, conceptualization of images through sketching, digital imaging software (Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator) and their applications, basic word processing and spreadsheet, resource management, and employability skills.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Supplies 20 700 M-Th 8:30 am-1:45 pm 311 Robbins $100 (Forum)

20

(Forum)

701

MW

5:45 pm-9:00 pm 311 Robbins $100

EVENT PLANNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77-25-50 DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with project-based learning experiences in event planning. Instruction includes selection of venues, logistics, transportation options, security, rentals, catering, decorations, music/photography/videography, financials, and contracts.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

20 ___ M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 302 Staff $90

GRAPHIC ARTS DESKTOP PUBLISHING/1 . . . . . . . 70-55-70

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This first course in desktop publishing provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in grammar application, computer operating systems, the fundamentals of word processing, desktop publishing elements and principles, typography, features and functions of professional desktop publishing software programs such as InDesign.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Supplies 10/10 711/740 M-Th 1:00 pm-4:00 pm 315 Joo $60 (Forum)

DESKTOP PUBLISHING/2 . . . . . . . 70-55-75

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This second course in desktop publishing provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in job planning and development, paste-up techniques, resource management, and entrepreneurial skills. Students also review grammar application, desktop publishing elements and principles, proofreading and editing techniques, and employability skills. Programs used are Illustrator and Photoshop.

PREREQUISITES: Desktop Publishing/1. Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Supplies 10/10 711/740 M-Th 1:00 pm-4:00 pm 315 Joo $60 (Forum)

GRAPHIC DESIGN: Digital Imaging . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-65-55

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This course focuses on the Adobe Creative Suite which includes Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Bridge for photography, computer graphics, illustration, and graphic design. It covers the fundamentals of digital scanning, digital capture and image manipulation including appropriate techniques for photo retouching, type effects, color corrections, special techniques, special effects, adjustment layers, clipping paths and file preparation for other media. This course also covers resource management and employability skills.

PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of Graphic Design: (Fundamentals).

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Supplies 20 700 M-Th 8:30 am-1:45 pm 311 Robbins $100 (Forum)

20

(Forum)

701

MW

5:45 pm-9:00 pm 311 Robbins $100

Student Services: See page 5 for services available

to WVOC students. Go to the Counseling and Registration Office (Room 102) if you have questions or need additional information.

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This course in graphic design provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in fundamental advertising principles, vector-based logo design and illustration, desktop imaging and desktop publishing applications in pre-press production, electronic file management, website advertising, project presentation and delivery, and proofreading and editing. This course also covers resource management and employability skills.

PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of Graphic Design: Digital Imaging.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Supplies 20 700 M-Th 8:30 am-1:45 pm 311 Robbins $100 (Forum)

20

(Forum)

701

MW

5:45 pm-9:00 pm 311 Robbins $100

COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING (CAD) COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING (CAD) TECHNICIAN: ARCHITECTURAL BASICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79-25-55

(Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to train students for entrylevel employment as operators of computer-aided draf ting (CAD) systems. It provides instruction in drawing construction with CAD for architectural drafting based on conventional drafting techniques (basic, intermediate, and advanced levels), a review of basic math skills applicable to CAD, architectural terminology, drafting standards and methods, computer fundamentals, employment literacy, as well as occupational safety guidelines.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills to be assessed on the first day of class.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Supplies 20 709 M-F 9:00 am-2:00 pm 304 Inchaurregui $130 (Forum)

COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING (CAD) TECHNICIAN: MECHANICAL BASICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79-25-60 GRAPHIC DESIGN (FUNDAMENTALS) . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-65-50 (Emphasis on Web Design)

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide beginning web design students with technical instruction and practical experience in workplace safety, fundamentals of image design, scanning, and basic use of Photoshop CS6 and Flash CS6 as they relate to graphics and multimedia for web site development.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies.

20 4900 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am 215 Huberman $100

GRAPHIC DESIGN: WEB DESIGN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-65-65

(Approved for Veterans.)

DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide web design students with technical instruction and practical experience in workplace safety, and the use of HTML-Hand Coding (HTML5, CSS3), Dreamweaver, and JavaScript. Emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, and layout of web pages to build and publish dynamic web sites.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 20 4901 M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm 215 Huberman $100

(Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to train students for entrylevel employment as operators of computer-aided drafting (CAD) systems. It provides instruction in drawing construction with CAD for mechanical drafting based on conventional drafting techniques (basic, intermediate, and advanced levels), a review of basic math skills applicable to CAD, mechanical terminology, drafting standards and methods, computer fundamentals, employment literacy, as well as occupational safety guidelines.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills to be assessed on the first day of class.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Supplies 20 709 M-F 9:00 am-2:00 pm 304 Inchaurregui $130 (Forum)

COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING (CAD) TECHNICIAN: Upgrade . . . . . . . . 79-25-75 DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to train students for employment in the electronic drafting field. Instruction includes schematic diagrams, block diagrams, military standards, specification control drawings, printed circuit boards, color codes, logic diagrams, integrated circuit drawings, interconnection diagrams, and drafting machines.

PREREQUISITES: One year drafting experience and prior CAD experience. Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills to be assessed on the first day of class.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Supplies 20 709 M-F 9:00 am-2:00 pm 304 Inchaurregui $100 (Forum)

GraphicGeneral Arts / computer-Aided Information Drafting (CAD)

GRAPHIC DESIGN: ADVERTISING DESIGN . . . . . . . . . 70-65-60

13

Electronics General/Information computer repair 14

Electronics

Computer Repair

The following courses are designed to provide students with a basic introduction to electronics and electrical concepts that prepare them for the Photovoltaics (Solar Panel Technology), HVAC, Construction, Computer Repair, and Network Technician programs.

Computer Technician (Introduction) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79-30-65

ELECTRONICS/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-55-50 DESCRIPTION: This course is the first in a series of three designed for electronics. It provides students with project-based experience in electromechanical installation and maintenance. Instruction includes an orientation, workplace safety policies and procedures, trade mathematics, resource management, and employability skills.

Emphasis is placed on the safe use, maintenance, and storage of electronic equipment, identification and fabrication of terminals, assembly and inspection of the different types of electrical connectors for quality assurance, principles and design of direct current (DC) circuits, interpretation of blueprints and schematics, and basic soldering and de-soldering techniques.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (1/13) 4908 M-Th 8:30 am-12:15 pm 6 Rivas $100

ELECTRONICS/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-55-60 DESCRIPTION: This course is the second in a series of three designed for electronics. It provides students with project-based experience in electromechanical installation and maintenance.

Emphasis is placed on advanced soldering techniques, principles and designs of alternating current (AC) circuits, principles and applications of capacitance, inductance, advanced alternating current (AC) electronics, and solid electronics, and the construction and testing techniques for semiconductors.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10 (3/24) 4940 M-Th 8:30 am-12:15 pm 6 Rivas $100

ELECTRONICS/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-55-70 DESCRIPTION: This course is the third in a series of three designed for electronics. Instruction includes review of electronic concepts and mathematics, an introduction to entrepreneurship, and emphasis on operational amplifiers, oscillator and pulse control circuits, modulation and demodulation of analog circuitry, and the principles and uses of digital circuitry, mixed signal integrated circuitry (IC), telephone and wired systems, and local area networks (LAN).

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 20 4902 M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6 Rivas $100

DESCRIPTION: This courses prepares students for entry-level positions in the field of microcomputer repair. Instruction includes an introduction to the hardware components of a computer system, introduction to computer math, and basic electrical and electronic theory with transition to specific skill training in a computing machinery technology. This course introduces the student to the components of the systemboard, microprocessors and hard drives. Students will learn the fundamentals of installing hard drives, understand system resources and resolve conflicts, and identify types of memory as they are used in computer processing.

Other areas of instruction include: the components of monitors, multimedia/peripherals, and modems. Students are introduced to the skills needed in the diagnosis and the service of microcomputers and printers.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English and basic math skills.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 20 710 TTh 5:15 pm-9:00 pm 52 Belgarde $100 (Forum)

A+ CERTIFICATION/1 . . . . . . . . . . . 74-15-50 A+ CERTIFICATION/2 . . . . . . . . . . . 74-15-60 A+ CERTIFICATION/3 . . . . . . . . . . . 74-15-70 (Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: These three sequenced courses meet the requirements for the CompTIA A+ Essentials Certification exam for Computer Repair Technicians. The courses cover computer installation, preventative maintenance, networking, security, and troubleshooting. Students are provided with hands-on, project-based opportunities to install, modify, diagnose, repair, and maintain personal and business computer systems; build upgrade, and configure computer hardware and software; and manage desktop operating systems for residential and business use. Resource management, computer math, and entrepreneurship are also covered.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Basic computer skills.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies NOTE: Class fee of $90 for each of 3 courses.

A+ Certification/1 20 ___ T-F 11:45 am-2:15 pm 52 Staff $90 A+ Certification/2 20 ___ T-F 8:30 am-11:15 am 52 Sovinski $90 (Forum)

A+ Certification/3 20 ___ T-F (Forum)

8:30 am-11:15 am

52

Sovinski

$90

(Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: This course prepares students for the A+ Certification Exams in computer repair. The intent of this course is to upgrade students’ existing computer repair skills. Level of instruction assumes student has an advanced working knowledge of troubleshooting, service and support skills with regard to computer repair. Areas of instruction include: advanced instruction in the different types of microprocessors used in microcomputers, and support of Windows-based operating systems. Instruction also includes the support and service of inkjet and laser printers as well as the support of laptop computers.

Students are provided with simulated certification testing and testtaking strategies to prepare for the A+ Certification Exam.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English and basic math skills. Student must also have a working knowledge of troubleshooting, service and support skills with regard to computer repair and 9.0 reading level (see test schedule on page 5).

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 20 710 TTh 5:15 pm-9:00 pm 52 Belgarde $100 (Forum)

Network Technician

Networking/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77-65-60

(Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: Prepare for employment and the Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+ and Microsoft MCTS exams. Complete hands-on training connecting computers together, installing servers, network equipment, and forming home, office, and enterprise networks. Student work in a Windows 7 networking environment.

Learn to connect equipment to the Internet and WAN technology.

Install and maintain Microsoft 2008 Servers, Active Directory and Domains. Students install all types of network equipment including Cisco switches and Cisco routers. Students study Cisco routing and switching, and finish preparing for the Cisco CCNA, and CompTIA Network+ exams.

PREREQUISITES: Networking/I or instructor approval. Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and supplies Registration Information: Please contact Mr. Fischetto via email at wvoc@aol.com.

10 (3/24) 4542 M-F 8:30 am-3:15 pm 101 Fischetto $100

BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION AIR CONDITIONING/ REFRIGERATION AIR CONDITIONING TECHNICIAN (FUNDAMENTALS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79-10-50

NETWORKING/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77-65-50

(Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: Prepare for employment and the Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+ and Microsoft exams. Complete hands-on training connecting computers together, installing servers, network equipment, and connecting equipment to the Internet. Install File, FTP, TFTP, NAT, DHCP, and WEB site servers. Students install NIC cards, network cabling, hubs, bridges, switches and Cisco routers.

Students study and prepare for entry into Networking/2.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English. Beginning class for all students.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbooks and supplies Registration Information: Please contact Mr. Fischetto via email at wvoc@aol.com.

10 (1/13) 715 M-F 8:30 am-3:15 pm 101 Fischetto $100

Visit eobusirte w

www.wvoc.net

DESCRIPTION: This introductory course prepares students for employment in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry. It enables students to understand various aspects of the commercial refrigeration and air conditioning field, including terminology, employment opportunities, shop operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of refrigeration, air conditioning, and heating equipment.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 20 ___ TTh 5:45 pm-9:00 pm 56 Staff $100

REFRIGERATION Technician (FUNDAMENTALS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79-10-60 DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide training in the refrigeration and air conditioning trade. Instruction includes basic knowledge of mechanical theory, operation and maintenance, heating systems, and commercial aspects of refrigeration and air conditioning. Topics covered are electrical fundamentals, introduction to schematics, hands-on wiring and HVAC controls.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 20 4903 MW 5:45 pm-9:00 pm 44 Tada $100

Network General Technician Information / Building & Construction

Computer Technician: A+ Certification (Upgrade) . . . 79-30-90

15

Building & Construction / Photovoltaics 16

CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION WORK/1 . . . . . . 71-35-50 CONSTRUCTION WORK/2 . . . . . . 71-35-60 CONSTRUCTION WORK/3 . . . . . . 71-35-70

REFRIGERATION Technician: SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79-10-65 DESCRIPTION: This course provides hands-on instruction in system fundamentals, troubleshooting and repair procedures that prepare students for employment in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry.

PREREQUISITES: Air Conditioning and/or Refrigeration Technician (Fundamentals) or prior experience. Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 20 ____ MW 5:45 pm-9:00 pm 57 Staff $100

(Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: This threecourse series provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in basic residential and commercial construction using sustainable and green technology. Instruction includes an orientation, workplace safety, resource management, trade mathematics, and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on the techniques, tools, and materials required for concrete work, masonry, floor, wall and roof construction, finish carpentry, roofing, painting, plumbing, electrical, and drywall installation. It also covers the operation, maintenance, and storage of power tools as well as entrepreneurial skills.

PREREQUISITES: Must be at least 17 years of age. Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Supplies 20 708 M-F 8:30 am-3:15 pm 46 Everett $100 (Forum) (each level)

Construction Worker: Pre-Apprenticeship . . . . . . . . . 79-15-89 DESCRIPTION: Pre-employment/apprentice training for qualified individuals that introduces students to all construction industry trades and provides follow-up job placement services. Offered in collaboration with We Build. Interested students should call Kevin Depina at (213) 241-4980 for more information.

PHOTOVOLTAICS (Solar Panel Technology ) PHOTOVOLTAICS/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-65-50 REFRIGERATION Technician: SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79-10-65 (Advanced Theory) DESCRIPTION: This course provides advanced instruction in system fundamentals, troubleshooting and repair procedures that prepare students for employment in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry.

PREREQUISITES: Air Conditioning and/or Refrigeration Technician (Fundamentals) or prior experience. Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies Please NOTE: Student must complete both Practical Application and Advanced Theory to earn a Certificate in Refrigeration Technician: Service.

20 4904 TTh 5:45 pm-9:00 pm 57 Killman $100

Visit eobusirte w

www.wvoc.net

(Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: This course is the first in a sequence of three designated for alternative and renewable energy technology. It provides students with project-based experiences in photovoltaic’s (PV).

Technical instruction includes workplace safety policies and procedures, resource management, trade mathematics, and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on photovoltaic energy as a viable source of alternative energy, basic electrical theories, electrical wiring principles and procedures, solar energy, and the operational fundamentals of PV modules.

PREREQUISITES: 6.0 reading level (see test schedule on page 5).

Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and study guide To be offered Fall Semester 2014.

PHOTOVOLTAICS/2 . . . . . . . . . . . 72-65-60

(Forum)

LOCKSMITHing LOCKSMITHING/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71-45-50 (Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: This course is the first in a sequence of two designed to provide students with technical instruction and practical experience in basic locksmithing. Instruction includes an orientation, workplace safety, resource management, trade mathematics, precision measurement, safe and proper use of locksmithing tools and equipment, and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on key blank identification, code machines and code books, rekeying of and installation of locks, locksets, and auto locks as well as the assembly and disassembly of cylinder units, making keys from scratch, and masterkeying.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Supplies 10/10 712/742 M-Th 8:30 am-12:45 pm 64 Fitzgerald $90 (Forum)

LOCKSMITHING/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71-45-60

PHOTOVOLTAICS/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-65-70

(Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: This course is the last in a sequence of three designed to provide an alternative and renewable source of energy. It provides students with project-based experiences in photovoltaic (PV) installation. Technical instruction includes an introduction and reviews of workplace safety procedures, resource management, and trade mathematics a well as basic entrepreneurship. Emphasis is placed on the electrical design adaptations for PV systems, installation of subsystems and components, maintenance procedures and troubleshooting techniques for PV system malfunctions, and exploration of local national and global markets for PV applications.

PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of Photovoltaics/2.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and study guide 20 703 MT 8:30 am-12:15 pm &

W 8:30 am-11:45 am 47 Aloisi $310 (Forum)

CUSTODIAL SERVICES BUILDING AND GROUNDS WORKER (FUNDAMENTALS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79-75-50 DESCRIPTION: This course prepares trainees for entry-level employment as school custodians, upgrades skills, and prepares employees for promotion.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies 10/10 ___ TTh 4:45 pm-9:00 pm 1 Staff $60

(Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: This course is the second in a sequence of two designed for locksmithing. Emphasis is placed on the construction and operation of padlocks and the installation, rekeying, and repair of cabinet locks and hardware, builders’ hardware, locksets, combination locks, and high security locks. Advanced masterkeying, and service and repair of safes are also covered in the course.

A working knowledge of doors and frames, electronic access control, computer use in the business, and entrepreneurship are also presented.

PREREQUISITES: Locksmithing/1 and employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Supplies 10/10 712/742 M-Th 8:30 am-12:45 pm 64 Fitzgerald $90 (Forum)

LANDSCAPING LANDSCAPING/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-25-70 LANDSCAPING/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-25-75 LANDSCAPING/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-25-80

(Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: This three-course sequence provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in workplace safety, handling and caring for basic landscaping tools, part one of plant identification, types of soil, planting and maintaining an ornamental garden, basic landscaping design, part two of plant identification, soil analysis, landscape irrigation, weed abatement, pruning, plant propagation, resource management, employability skills, and entrepreneurship.

PREREQUISITES: Employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and/or supplies Landscaping/1 (90 hours) $50 Landscaping/2 (180 hours) $70 Landscaping/3 (600 hours) $130* 20 600 M-Th 4:00 pm-8:15 pm 5 Crespo *This fee covers the two required semesters to complete Landscaping 3.

LOcksmithing / Landscaping

(Approved for Veterans) DESCRIPTION: This course is the second in a sequence of three designed for alternative and renewable energy technology. It provides students with project-based experiences in photovoltaic (PV) system selection, site selection, and mechanical design adaptation. Technical instruction includes an introduction and reviews of workplace safety policies and procedures, resource management, trade mathematics and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on PV system hardware, and component evaluation, site assessment techniques for finding suitable location for PV systems, sizing/costing/selection of PV systems based on the site assessment results, and PV system mechanical design criteria and adaptations.

PREREQUISITES: Photovoltaic/1 and employment level competency in written and oral communication in English.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate satisfactory completion of all course competencies per course outline.

ADDITIONAL COST: Textbook and study guide 10 (1/13) 703 MT 8:30 am-12:15 pm

W 8:30 am-11:45 am 47 Aloisi $160

17

PROGRAM FOR OLDER ADULTS at west Valley Campus

PROGRAM General FOR Information OLDER ADULTS

Classes are designed for active seniors, but are also open to all adult students.

Physical Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52-05-52 9630

M-F

8:00 am-10:00 am

24

Fritz

$30

3. Wilkinson Multipurpose Senior Center

8756 Vanalden Avenue, Northridge 91324 Physical Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52-05-52 9636

1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Ngov

$30

Arthritis Foundation/ Walk with Ease . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52-11-75

PROGRAM FOR OLDER ADULTS Branch SiteS 1. Bernardi Multipurpose Center

6514 Sylmar Avenue Van Nuys 91401 Arthritis Foundation/ Walk with Ease . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52-11-75 9612

MWF

8:30 am-10:00 am

Rothschild

$10

Physical Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52-05-52 9606 9605

MWF TTh

10:15 am-12:15 pm 9:30 am-11:30 am

Rothschild Rothschild

$30 $30

2. One Generation Senior Center Physical Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52-05-52 MW

8:00 am-10:00 am

Ngov

$30

Physical Fitness/Yoga . . . . . . 52-05-53 9633 9634

T F

2:00 pm-4:00 pm 2:00 pm-3:30 pm

9635

MW

10:15 am-11:45 am

Ngov Ngov

$30 $30

Ngov

$10

Chronic Disease/ Self-Management . . . . . . . . . . . 52-11-72 9631

W

2:00 pm-4:30 pm

Visit eobusirte w

M T

1:00 pm-2:30 pm and 2:30 pm-5:00 pm

Rothschild

$10

Classes for ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES (west Valley Campus)

Rothschild

This class is recommended as supplemental academic assistance for disabled students.

730 M-F 1:00 pm-4:00 pm 26 Terrazas $30

Classes for ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES (Branch SiteS) 1. Ability First

18255 Victory Boulevard, Reseda 91335 9632

9613

Functional Literacy . . . . . . 43-09-50 Functional Math . . . . . . . . . . . 43-09-51

Arthritis Foundation/ Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52-11-74

18

W

$10

www.wvoc.net

6530 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills 91367 Independent Living Skills . . 43-15-56 8200

M-F

8:00 am-9:30 am

Zazula

2. The Adult Skills Center (TASC) 17400 Vanowen Street, Van Nuys 91406

Independent Living Skills . . 43-15-56 8201

M-F

10:00 am-2:45 pm

Zazula

3. Therapeutic Living Centers for the Blind (TLC) 7915 Lindley Avenue, Reseda 91335

Job Preparation Skills . . . . . . 43-17-51 8202

M-F

9:00 am-12:00 pm

Terrazas

Reading Classes This competency-based course provides instruction in reading for levels 0 through 8.9. The first step is to take a reading test (see test schedule on page 5).

PREREQUISITES: Proficiency in spoken English. If in ESL, must be in ESL 4 or higher for day classes and ESL 3 or higher for evening class.

Reading 1/ Reading 2/ Reading 3 (Levels 0-8.9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53-03-64/65/66 433 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am Werber 308 $30 440 M-F 10:45 am-12:45 pm Werber 308 $30 430 M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm Rodriguez 308 $30 429 M-F 8:30 am-10:30 am Rodriguez 9 $30 ___ M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm Staff

$30

High School Diploma Adults may earn a high school diploma by taking individualized instruction courses while working at their own pace or by taking teacher-directed classes. Credits previously earned through any accredited U.S. or foreign high school may be accepted.

The first step is to take a reading test (see test schedule on page 5). After testing, schedule an appointment with a counselor in the counseling office (Room 102). Students may enroll in the high school program at any time in the semester.

GED Test Preparation Program . . . . . 30-50-71 Earn a High School Equivalency Certificate by taking the GED Test. You may study for the GED by taking a GED preparation course in the Individualized Instruction Lab (see hours in next column) and/or at home (Distance Learning). The first step is to take a reading test (see test schedule on page 5). Students may enroll in the GED program at any time in the semester.

Note: There is a refundable $15 deposit for material. Students must be at least 18 years of age to take the GED test. For more information on GED testing, contact the GED Test Center at (213) 765-2573 or go online to http://adulted-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com and click on GED.

GED Distance Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-50-93 5108 TTh 5107 M-Th

1:00 pm-5:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Smith 10 Malekahmadi 10

$30 $30

Alternative Education and Work Center (AEWC) Are you 16 - 18? Are you behind in credits? Are you committed to earning your high school diploma?

Contact: AEWC Advisor, Michele Stiehl, Bungalow A (818) 346-3540, Ext. 255 or (818) 716-6328 Office hours are M-F 8:00 am-4:00 pm

Individualized Instruction Lab (High School Diploma Courses) . . . 30-50-70 Provides individual support to help reach vocational and academic goals. Improve reading, writing, math and vocabulary skills. Take high school diploma courses or prepare for the GED and CAHSEE tests.

Prerequisite: Reading score of 9.0 for High School Diploma and GED classes, and 5.0 for CAHSEE Preparation (see test schedule on page 5). For more information, call (818) 346-3540, Ext. 260/261.

Room 10. Fee $30 per course per section.

451 M-Th 8:30 am-11:15 am Prince

& F 8:30 am-11:45 am Beres 454 M-F 8:30 am-12:45 pm Sorensen 443 M-Th 12:30 pm-5:45 pm DiCarlo 444 M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm DiCarlo 459 M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm Brown

II Lab Courses Algebra 1/A & Algebra 1/B CAHSEE Preparation English CAHSEE Preparation Math Contemporary Composition Economics English 1, 2, 3 & 4 Expository Composition GED Preparation Geometry 1/A & Geometry 1/B Health

10 $30/course 10 10 $30/course 10 $30/course 10 $30/course 10 $30/course (math/science)

Life Skills Literature American Literature Modern Math 1, 2, 3 Parent Education Psychology Science Int. 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 U. S. Government U. S. History 1 & 2

Adult Independent Study (AIS) Program Adult Independent Study offers home study for the adult high school diploma program. Students complete assignments at home and meet with an instructor on a weekly basis for assistance and testing. A refundable deposit of $65 is charged at the time of registration in addition to the registration fee. See a counselor for more information.

Courses Offered: Economics US Government US History 1&2 World History 1&2 Life Skills Health Psychology 434

M-Th

37-09-71 37-06-70 37-01-70/72 37-02-71/72 37-04-77 36-05-74 37-04-74

3:15 pm-5:45 pm

Malekahmadi

10

$30/course

Algebra 1A & 1B . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-02-70/71 10/10

(Forum)

___/__ M-Th

3:00 pm-5:30 pm

Brown 301

$30

U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37-06/70 10/10

__/___ M-Th

12:15 pm-2:45 pm

Family Literacy DESCRIPTION: Parents participate in the morning session of Adult Education/English as a Second Language (ESL) at West Valley Occupational Center (WVOC) while their children ages 2-5 are receiving an early education curriculum. Parents also attend a parenting class after their class, and learn how to prepare their children for school and life. This program is sponsored by a grant from First 5 of Los Angeles. Call (818) 346-3540, Ext. 248 for more information.

M-Th 8:30 am-12:30 pm WVOC Early Education Center

Prince 12

$30

Academic General Programs Information / Family Literacy

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AT WVOC CAMPUS

19

English General as a second Information language

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE AT WVOC CAMPUS

20

Period 1: 8:30 am - 10:30 am

Period 3: Start time 1:15 pm

ESL Beginning Low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-51

ESL Beginning Literacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-58

8900 8901

8928 TTh

M-F M-F

8:30 am-10:30 am 8:30 am-10:30 am

Hubbard Mears

22 70

$30 $30

ESL Beginning High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-52 8906 M-F 8908 M-F

8:30 am-10:30 am 8:30 am-10:30 am

Dhillon Yadam

33 212

$30 $30

ESL Intermediate Low. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-53 8907 M-F 8914 M-F

8:30 am-10:30 am 8:30 am-10:30 am

Noree West

21 25

$30 $30

1:15 pm-3:45 pm

Sanders

22

$30

ESL Intermediate Low. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-53 8917 M-Th

1:15 pm-3:45 pm

Hribar

71

$30

ESL Intermediate High/A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-54 8922 M-Th

1:15 pm-3:45 pm

Palumbo

20

$30

ESL Intermediate High/B, Advanced Low. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-55, 56

ESL Intermediate High/A. . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-54

725

8919 M-F 8920 M-F

ESL Multi-Level/Using Computers. . . . 50-04-54

8:30 am-10:30 am 8:30 am-10:30 am

McHenry Lichwa

34 206

$30 $30

ESL Intermediate High/B. . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-55 8924 M-F 8913 M-F

8:30 am-10:30 am 8:30 am-10:30 am

Czop La Britz 23 Palumbo 20

$30 $30

ESL Advanced Low. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-56 8927

M-F

8:30 am-10:30 am

Hribar

71

$30

Period 2: 10:45 am - 12:45 pm

(Forum)

M-Th

1:15 pm-3:45 pm

Mears

70

$30

DESCRIPTION: This ESL Lab offers instruction in the use of personal computers and the Internet for Beginning High (2) and above ESL students. Instruction includes basic computer skills, accessing the Internet, and locating and using information on the Internet of interest to ESL students. Emphasis is on ESL software programs.

PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in or completion of ESL Beginning High (2) or higher.

8930 TWTh 1:15 am-3:15 pm Howard 213 Free

ESL Citizenship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90-01-70

ESL Beginning Low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-51

ESL Intermediate Low. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-53

DESCRIPTION: This 59-hour course provides students an understanding of the naturalization process and the listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills it requires. Instruction includes the naturalization process, rights and responsibilities of U.S. Citizenship, the N400 application, the naturalization interview, American history, government and civics, and the English skills needed for becoming a naturalized citizen. ___ TTh 1:15 pm-3:15 pm West 25 Free

8915 M-F 8916 M-F

CONVERSATION CAFÉ: ESL Int./Learning to Converse . . . . . . . . . . . 50-04-51

8902 8903

M-F M-F

10:45 am-12:45 pm 10:45 am-12:45 pm

Dhillon Mears

33 70

$30 $30

ESL Beginning High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-52 8909 M-F 8910 M-F

10:45 am-12:45 pm 10:45 am-12:45 pm 10:45 am-12:45 pm 10:45 am-12:45 pm

Hubbard West

22 25

Czop La Britz 23 Noree 21

$30 $30 $30 $30

ESL Intermediate High/A. . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-54 8921 M-F

10:45 am-12:45 pm

Hribar

71

8929

M

1:15 pm-3:15 pm

Dhillon

27

Free

$30

ESL Intermediate High/B. . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-55 8925 M-F

10:45 am-12:45 pm

Palumbo

20

$30

ESL Distance Learning

Study at Home!

ESL Beginning Low - Intermediate High/B Learn English at home using workbooks, DVD’s and the Internet. Designed for students who are unable to attend classes, and for current ESL students that would like more practice outside the classroom.

Study on your own time and practice reading comprehension, listening comprehension, grammar and vocabulary. Levels 1-5 and Citizenship available. For more information call extension 259.

Fees: A $5 refundable deposit for DVD’s and a $5 charge for four units/booklets.

NOTA: Lleve libros y DVD’s a su casa para estudiar ingles. Regrese sus tareas a la escuela una vez a la semana. Llame Ext. 259 para mas informacion. ___ MW 10:00 am-12:00 pm Narcisco Room 28 ___ M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm Staff Room 28

Evening: 6:15 pm - 9:00 pm ESL Beginning Low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-51 8904 M-Th 8905 M-Th ____ M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Sami Sanders Staff

34 22

$30 $30 $30

ESL Beginning High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-52 8911 M-Th 8912 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Beres Ruelas

23 33

$30 $30

ESL Intermediate Low. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-53 8918 M-Th ____ M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Little Staff

21

$30 $30

ESL Intermediate High/A. . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-54 8923 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Baciu

25

$30

ESL Intermediate High/B. . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-55 8926 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Budaska

22

$30

English as a Second Language Branch Sites Blythe Street Elementary

Lassen Elementary

18730 Blythe St., Reseda 91335 M&T 8:00 am-11:30 am Staff W 8:00 am-11:00 am

15017 Superior St., North Hills 91343 M-Th 8:00 am-10:30 am Ruelas

$30

Canoga Park Elementary 7438 Topanga Cyn. Blvd., Canoga Park 91303 MWF 11:30 am-2:30 pm Van Delft $30

Cantara Elementary

Cardenas Elementary $30

$30

Ranchito Elementary

8530 Limerick Ave., Canoga Park 91306 M-Th 8:00 am-12:00 pm Budaska

$30

Melvin Elementary

$30

$30

$30

7940 Ranchito Ave., Panorama City 91402 M-Th 8:00 am-10:30 am Cabulong $30

Sepulveda Middle School $30

Mosk Elementary

Napa Elementary

15330 Plummer St., North Hills 91343 Th&F 8:00 am-12:00 pm Buga

$30

Sunny Brae Elementary 20620 Arminta St., Winnetka 91306 M-Th 8:00 am-10:30 am Khalessi

$30

Sylvan Park Elementary $30

Nevada Elementary 22120 Chase St., West Hills 91304 M-Th 8:15 am-10:45 am Sami

Guadalupe Center 21600 Hart St., Canoga Park 91303 M-F 8:00 am-12:00 pm Tarrab

Limerick Elementary

19010 Napa St., Northridge 91324 Th&F 8:00 am-12:00 pm Dreyzin

Gault Elementary 17000 Gault St., Lake Balboa 91406 M-Th 8:00 am-10:30 am Kugel

9340 Noble Ave., North Hills 91343 M-Th 8:00 am-10:30 am Baciu

7335 Lubao Ave., Winnetka 91306 M-Th 11:00 am-1:00 pm McHenry $30

Columbus Elementary 6700 Columbus Ave., Van Nuys 91405 M&T 8:00 am-12:00 pm Gyetvai

Plummer Elementary

9373 Moonbeam Ave., Panorama City 91402 M-Th 8:00 am-10:30 am Sexton $30

7700 Melvin Ave., Reseda 91335 M-Th 8:00 am-10:30 am Cross $30

8015 Van Nuys Blvd., Panorama City 91402 M-Th 8:00 am-12:00 pm Little $30

$30

North Valley Caring Services (NVCS) 15453 Rayen St., North Hills 91343 M-F 8:00 am-12:00 pm Karasick $30

6238 Noble St., Van Nuys 91411 W&Th 8:00 am-12:00 pm Gyetvai F 8:00 am-11:00 am

$30

Winnetka Elementary 8240 Winnetka Ave., Canoga Park 91306 MTW 8:00 am-12:00 pm Buga $30

Zine Community Center 21400 Saticoy St., Canoga Park 91303 MWF 8:00 am-11:00 am Van Delft $30

Academic Program Branch Sites Birmingham Charter High School 17000 Haynes St., Van Nuys 91406 Individualized Instruction Lab MTWTh 3:00 pm-5:30 pm Lapporte B82 Parent Ed/Distance Learning* Th 3:15 pm-5:45 pm Shima-Luke E31

Canoga Park Senior High School

6850 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Canoga Park 91303 Individualized Instruction Lab MTWTh 3:15 pm-5:45 pm Osipyan 612 Parent Ed/Distance Learning* M 3:15 pm-5:45 pm Shima-Luke 313

Chatsworth Senior High School

10027 Lurline Avenue, Chatsworth 91311 Parent Ed/Distance Learning* M 3:00 pm-5:30 pm Shirley N272

*Parent Education/Distance Learning Courses Offered: Now & Future Parent 51-07-93 Parenting the Adolescent 51-05-93

Cleveland Senior High School 8140 Vanalden Avenue, Reseda 91335 Individualized Instruction Lab MTWTh 3:15 pm-5:45 pm Beres Parent Ed/Distance Learning* W 3:15 pm-5:45 pm Shima-Luke Adult Independent Studies TTh 3:15 pm-5:45 pm Soto

Q4

9229 Haskell Avenue, North Hills 91343 Individualized Instruction Lab MTWTh 3:15 pm-5:45 pm Olano Parent Ed/Distance Learning* F 3:15 pm-5:45 pm Shima-Luke

Q4

Panorama High School

Q3

El Camino Real Charter HS

5440 Valley Circle Blvd., Woodland Hills 91367 Individualized Instruction Lab M-F 3:30 pm-5:30 pm Werner T33 Parent Ed/Distance Learning* TTh 3:15 pm-5:45 pm J. Schneider B108

Fulton College Preparatory School 7477 Kester Avenue, Van Nuys 91405 Individualized Instruction Lab MTWTh 3:00 pm-5:30 pm Clare

512

Grant Senior High School

13000 Oxnard Street, Van Nuys 91401 Individualized Instruction Lab MTWTh 3:15 pm-5:45 pm Mendez

Monroe Senior High School

F6 F6

8015 Van Nuys Boulevard, Panorama City 91402 Individualized Instruction Lab MTWTh 2:00 pm-4:30 pm Kenion A202

Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies (SOCES)

18605 Erwin Street, Tarzana 91335 Individualized Instruction Lab M-F 1:00 pm-3:00 pm Werner 201 Parent Ed/Distance Learning* Th 2:45 pm-5:45 pm Villalobos-Morrow 602

Taft Senior High School

5461 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills 91364 Parent Ed/Distance Learning* MW 3:00 pm-5:30 pm J. Schneider D232 802

Branch Sites General Information

8111 Calhoun Ave., Panorama City 91402 M-Th 8:00 am-10:00 am Fernandez $30

6900 Calhoun Ave., Van Nuys 91405 MTW 8:00 am-12:00 pm Dreyzin

$30

Liggett Elementary

Burton Elementary

17950 Cantara St., Reseda 91335 M-Th 8:00 am-10:30 am Velasco

Panorama High School

21

Classes at RESEDA CAMPUS Computer classes

Classes General at Information Reseda Campus

English as a Second Language

22

Fees: $30 per course. (Exceptions are noted.)

ESL Beginning Literacy . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-58 ____ M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Staff

ESL Beginning Low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-51 8931 M-Th 8932 M-Th 8937 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Jaffe Chow Velasco

A-21 A-30 A-12

COMPUTER Operator/1, 2, 3 and 4: Foundations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-35-80 APPLICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-35-90 Database Management . . . . . . .75-45-50 Presentations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-45-60 DESCRIPTION: See pages 6-7.

20 ____ M-Th 3:15 pm-5:45 pm

Staff

A-1

$90

20

Watson A-1

$90

(Forum)

(Forum)

706 M-Th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

ESL Beginning High . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-52 8933 M-Th 8934 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Mendez A-27 Khalessi A-28

Academic Programs

ESL Intermediate Low . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-53

Fees: $30 per course. (Exceptions are noted.)

8935 M-Th ____ M-Th

Reading 1/2/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . 53-03-64/65/66

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Cabulong A-10 Staff

ESL Intermediate High/A . . . . . . . . 50-01-54 8936 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Kugel

A-4

428 ___

M-Th M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Osipyan Staff

A29

Parenting the Adolescent . . . . . . . . 51-05-93 Parent Education/ The Now & Future Parent . . . . . . . 51-07-93 483 483 486

T T Th

1:00 pm-5:00 pm 5:30 pm-9:00 pm 6:30 pm-9:00 pm

Shima-Luke H1 Free!

US Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37-06-70 Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37-09-71

M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Staff

A33

ESL Intermediate High/B/ Advanced Low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-55/56

Individualized Instruction Lab (High School Diploma Courses - See list on page 19)

726

442 453

(Forum)

M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Cross

A-22

ESL Intermediate/ Learning to Converse . . . . . . . . . . . 50-04-51 8938 TTh

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Noree

A-13 Free!

ESL Distance Learning (ESL Beginning Low - Intermediate High/B) Fees: A $5 refundable deposit for DVD’s and a $5 charge for four units/booklets. No registration fee.

M-Th 6:15 pm-8:00 pm Staff A-11

Schoolwide Student Learning Outcomes (S.S.L.O.) Van Nuys Service Area schools provide opportunities for all students to become: Effective communicators who:  Utilize spoken and written communication in their field of study  Follow verbal and written directions Responsible individuals who:  Exhibit positive work ethics  Demonstrate respect for others  Work independently and collaboratively Productive individuals who:  Set and meet goals  Identify resources and technology that support their goals  Possess skills necessary to enter the workforce or continue their education

M-Th M-Th

3:15 pm-5:45 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

David Soto/Staff

LA103 LA103

Individualized Instruction Lab (Math Courses) 460

M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Olano, H

A32

Adult Independent Study (AIS) Program Adult Independent Study offers home study for the adult high school diploma program. Students complete assignments at home and meet with an instructor on a weekly basis for assistance and testing. A refundable deposit of $65 is charged at the time of registration in addition to the registration fee. See a counselor for more information.

Courses Offered: Economics US Government Life Skills US History 1&2 World History 1&2 Health Psychology 438

MW

37-09-71 37-06-70 37-04-77 37-01-70/71 37-02-71/72 36-05-74 37-04-74

3:15 pm-5:45 pm

Soto

A4

Olano Pera

Bung 3 Bung 2

AEWC Program Fees: No Fee. Outreach Consultant: Chris Petrini.

Telephone Number: (818) 758-8019.

M-F M-F

8:30 am-12:45 pm 8:30 am-12:45 pm

Classes at VAN NUYS CAMPUS Academic Programs Reading 1/2/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . 53-03-64/65/66 432 431

M-F M-Th

8:00 am-12:15 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Villafano . . . . . . . . . 503 Sandnes . . . . . . . . . 503

Adult Independent Studies (AIS) Adult Independent Study offers home study for the adult high school diploma program. Students complete assignments at home and meet with an instructor on a weekly basis for assistance and testing. A refundable deposit of $65 is charged at the time of registration in addition to the registration fee. See a counselor for more information.

English as a Second Language Fees: $30 per course. (Exceptions are noted.)

ESL Beginning Literacy . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-58 ____ M-Th ____ M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Staff Staff

Courses Offered: Economics US Government Life Skills US History 1&2 World History 1&2 Health Psychology

37-09-71 37-06-70 37-04-77 37-01-70/72 37-02-71/72 36-05-74 37-04-74

436

3:15 pm-5:45 pm

MW

Smith . . . . . . . . . . . 503

ESL Beginning Low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-51 8939 M-Th 8940 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Gyetvai Cajacob

515 506

ESL Beginning High . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-52 8941 M-Th 8942 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Dreyzin Buga

507 509

ESL Intermediate Low . . . . . . . . . . . 50-01-53 8943 M-Th 8944 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Sexton Yadam

505 518

ESL Intermediate High/A . . . . . . . . 50-01-54 8945 M-Th ____ M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm 6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Karasick Staff

522

ESL Distance Learning (ESL Beginning Low - Intermediate High/B) Fees: A $5 refundable deposit for DVD’s and a $5 charge for four units/booklets. No registration fee.

403 M-Th 6:15 pm-8:00 pm Lichwa Office

Individualized Instruction Lab (High School Diploma Courses) 445 452 447

M-F M-Th M-Th

8:00 am-12:15 pm 3:15 pm-5:45 pm 6:30 pm-9:00 pm

Dunn . . . . . . . . . . . 504 Aranas . . . . . . . . . . 504 Kao/Staff . . . . . . . 504

Classes General at Van Information Nuys Campus

Fees: $30 per course.

AEWC Program Fees: No Fee. Outreach Consultant: Ramon Alaniz Telephone Number: (818) 988-7297

M-Th 8:00 am-2:00 pm

M-Th 8:00 am-2:00 pm

Visit eobusirte w

Alvarez . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chalmers

www.wvoc.net

23