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Spring/Summer 2022 Classes

Social Media:

Strategies and Tactics to Engage Your Online Audiences Optimize Your Business Facebook Page Twitter Tactics for Business or Nonprofit LinkedIn: Profiles, Groups and More Social Media Best Practices see page 11

ENHANCE

YOUR

BRAND SEE INSIDE

NEW! Financial aid is available for Fast-Track Job Training. See page 4.

Professional Development / Personal Enrichment Find your class at wccnet.edu/noncredit

liveworklearn 4 Discover the possibilities.

It’s that time of year to start thinking about summer camps for kids. From video game design to sewing to college essay writing, there is something for everyone. Take a look at this year’s lineup to find the best fit for your family.

For adults looking for a quick pivot to a high-demand career, explore and register today for Washtenaw Community College’s Fast-Track Job Training options. High-quality online training can help you launch a career in as little as six weeks.

Scholarships may be available to those who qualify.

Visit wccnet.edu/professional-training.

Here is a sample of options: • Computer Network • Renewable Energy Specialist Support/CompTIA • Event Planning Specialist • Fiber Optics • Web Designer with Adobe Creative Cloud • EKG Technician • Veterinary Assistant • Phlebotomy Build your brand with a social media professional skills course.

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20 CLASSES

Certified Renewable Energy Specialist 12 The Art of Spinning Wool 21 Detroit Ballroom Dance: A Variation on a Theme 22 Songwriting 22 Planting Seeds of Creativity 27 Reiki Self-Treatment for Long Covid 27 Real Colors: Temperament and Communication 27 Art through the Ages 31 Sew a Swimsuit Bag 32 And many more: Look inside.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Register online.

It’s easy!

Dr. Michelle Mueller Vice President, Economic & College Development

Before registering the first time, create your account profile.

See details on page 39.

wccnet.edu/noncredit

Noncredit Classes Spring/Summer 2022

Featured Classes: Communications Infrastructure

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Health and Fitness

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Health Care

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Creative Arts

Health Care, Human and Social Services

Creative Writing

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Digital Photography

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Ethical and Legal Issues

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Fiber Arts

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Mental/Behavioral Health and Counseling

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Handcrafting

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Nursing

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Music, Dance and Theater

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Performing Arts

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Visual Arts

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Information Technology Big Data Analytics

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Connected and Autonomous Vehicles

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Programming

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Virtual Reality

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Marketing and Communications Digital Marketing

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Social Media

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Professional Skills

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Fast-Track Job Training

Senior Focus

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Health and Wellness Fitness

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Well-Being

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Hobbies and Exploration Food and Drink

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Gardening

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Business Software

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History and Culture

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Construction and Code Compliance

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Sewing

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Human Resources Management

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Leadership/Management

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Industry-Based Certifications

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Home and Life

Legal

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Computing at Home

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Office and Administrative Support

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DIY Home Repair

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Soft Skills

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Personal Finance

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Apprenticeships

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SCECH: Teaching and Education

Motorcycle Safety

Languages

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Summer Tech Camps

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SPECIAL NOTICE Some classes are delivered online. Please review these definitions to determine which format works best for you:

Location Index

Policies/ Information

How to Register

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Webinar (WEB): Delivered online at a specific date and time. Class will be facilitated virtually by a trainer. You will receive login information a few days prior to class.

Online: OPEN REGISTRATION: Trainer-led instruction done virtually at your convenience.

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Fast-Track Job Training Fast-Track Job Training puts you on the road to an in-demand job, mapping a route that’s quick and cost-effective. Explore a variety of high-quality training programs for as little as $25 per hour of training and get on the fast track to a new career.

Here is a sample of upcoming Fast-Track programs:

HEALTH AND FITNESS COMMUNICATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE

Personal Trainer Certification Course

Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) Through a combination of theory and hands-on activities, learn how to identify fibers and their connectors. You will also learn how to install, terminate, splice and properly test installed fiber cable to existing standards.

CIS 4081 38026

$895 | CEUs: 2.7

BDI DataLynk

Mon, Tue, Wed 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

MAI

May 2-4

Certified Fiber Optic Specialist in Testing and Maintenance (CFOS/T) Discover a general, easy-to-understand approach to fiber optic testing standards, equipment and technological approaches for fiber network testing and splicing, and how to choose among them. This class provides a detailed overview and demonstration of various pieces of equipment for testing and maintenance.

CIS 4082 38027

mandatory fee: $795 | CEUs: 1.8 Thu, Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

BDI DataLynk

MAI

May 5 & 6

Certified Fiber Optic Specialist/Splicing (CFOS/S) Learn the process and procedures of high performance fusion and mechanical splicing of single and multimode fiber optic cables.

You will also learn how to make, test and install spliced fibers into enclosures and splice trays.

CIS 4083 38028

$895 | CEUs: 0.9 Sat 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

BDI DataLynk May 7

FINANCIAL AID is available for Fast-Track Job Training classes.

For more information, contact us today at bhauswirth@wccnet.edu or 734-677-5115.

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Turn your fitness passion into a career. This NCCA-accredited personal training program has the best of both worlds with virtual lectures by one of the top trainers in the U.S. and a great local personal trainer/teacher to work with you on the skills of being a personal trainer. Bonus virtual lectures are recorded for your use and include key topics for 15 hours on exercise physiology, kinesiology, nutrition and more.

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$875 | CEUs: 30

World Training School

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

HEALTH CARE Chiropractic Assistant Program Prepare for a career as a chiropractic assistant through both classroom lecture and hands-on labs. Receive an overview of administrative front office duties, chiropractic and patient education issues, anatomy and physiology, chiropractic terminology, chiropractic billing and coding and the legal aspects of chiropractic care. Review therapeutic skills including massage basics, vital signs, TENS, ultrasound, cryotherapy and other therapeutic modalities.

HSC 1057 38784

$1,199 | CEUs: 5.3 Mon, Wed 6-9:30 p.m.

CCI June 20-Aug 8

MAI

EKG Technician Certification Program Prepare for an EKG technician career and the ASPT electrocardiograph technician exam in this 50-hour certification program. You will learn about the anatomy and physiology of the heart, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, electrocardiography and stress testing.

Gain hands-on experience with EKG equipment, chest wall anatomy, 12-lead placement and other clinical practices.

HSC 1034 38785

$999 | CEUs: 5 Mon, Wed 6-9:30 p.m.

CCI Jun 20-Aug 10

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/noncredit

F IR S T-TR A C K J O B TR A IN IN G

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Medical Administrative Assistant

Phlebotomy Fundamentals and Certification

Become an effective medical administrative assistant. Learn interpersonal skills, medical ethics and law, medical terminology, the basics of insurance billing and coding, telephone techniques, how to schedule appointments, manage medical records and practice finances. Upon class completion, you will be eligible for a 40-hour clinical externship.

Become a certified phlebotomy technician in just eleven weeks!

This program combines online and lab-based training to give you critical thinking skills and hands-on experience. You will perform venipunctures and capillary punctures using lifelike arms and class volunteers, and do specimen labeling.

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HSC 1053 38786

$1,399 | CEUs: 5.3

CCI

Mon, Wed 6-9:30 p.m.

Jun 20-Aug 8

Jun 4-Aug 13

MAI

Veterinary Assistant Program with Externship

Through classroom lecture and labs, prepare for an entry-level position in ophthalmology. Learn anatomy and physiology of the eye, general principles of pharmacology, prescriptions for the eye, visual acuity, tonometry (basic) and glaucoma. Review ocular dressing procedures, maintenance of equipment and instruments and more.

38788

Sat 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Linda Tinsley

MAI

Ophthalmic Assistant Program

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38768

mandatory fee: $749 | CEUs: 4.5

mandatory fee: $1,199 | CEUs: 5.3

CCI

Tue, Thu 6-9:30 p.m.

MAI

Jun 20-Aug 9

Learn about the care of animals and how to recognize signs of illness and disease. Gain skills for interpersonal communication and interaction with clients and their animals and how to assist a veterinarian during examinations. Become familiar with administrative duties such as fee collection, banking and accounts payable to maintain an efficient front office. At the end of class, you will be eligible for a 40-hour clinical externship.

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$2,099 | CEUs: 14.3

38787 Mon, Wed 6-9:30 p.m. & Sat 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

CCI Jun 6-Aug 24

MAI

GET ROLLING TOWARDS A NEW CAREER

Take the Fast-Track.

Get on the road to a high-demand career with Fast-Track Job Training.

Choose high-quality online training that can help you launch a career in as little as six weeks!

EARN INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION

FLEXIBLE SELF-PACED OPTIONS

Choose from these training classes: EKG Technician • Medical Assistant Phlebotomy • Veterinary Assistant Computer Network Support/CompTIA

Fiber Optics • Renewable Energy Specialist FUNDING ASSISTANCE MAY BE AVAILABLE

Web Designer with Adobe Creative Cloud Event Planning Specialist • and more!

Learn more and register: wccnet.edu/fast-track

wccnet.edu/noncredit / 734-677-5060

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Professional Development

Professional Development

Health Care, Human and Social Services ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES Application of Social Work Ethics in Caring for the Elderly*

Tap into quality professional development classes with armchair convenience.

Washtenaw Community College provides hundreds of online classes purposely developed to cover the latest skills and tools employers want.

With expert trainers and trusted partners WCC brings you: • Classes covering a wide range of industries • Flexibility and 24-hour accessibility • Opportunity to work while you learn Invest in your work. Invest in yourself.

Learn how to identify, understand and adhere to the social work code of ethics when working with the elderly. Gain an understanding of certain differences and similarities between cultures and belief systems. We will examine different case scenarios and engage in role-playing and discussion.

HSC 4123 38771

$149 | CEUs: 0.6 Thu, Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Patricia Hall

MAI

Jun 9 & 10

MENTAL/BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND COUNSELING Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Individuals* Learn about the unique challenges, concerns, discrimination and trauma that impact the self-worth of transgender people. Discover proven methods to support your transgender clients in a caring and compassionate way.

HSC 1074 38792

$99 | CEUs: 3.5 Fri 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Michael Mogan

WEB

May 6

Intergenerational Transmission of Personality Deficits* Parents with borderline personality disorder face increased stress, lower self-efficacy and satisfaction which can impact their children.

Explore various therapeutic approaches to assist your clients in parenting and stop intergenerational trauma.

HSC 1076 38793

$99 | CEUs: 3.5 Fri 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Michael Mogan Jun 10

MAI

Requirements and Accredited Hours For details about prerequisites, requirements and supplies, and information regarding the accredited clock hours for nurses, social workers, play therapists and other professionals, visit: wccnet.edu/noncredit.

Visit wccnet.edu/noncredit to learn more! * Classes are eligible for continuing education contact hours by the Michigan Social Work Collaborative.

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“Michael Mogan has a

WCC ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

wealth of expertise. His thoughtful presentations sparked lively discussions and internal evaluation.

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— Class participant, Ethics and Legal Issues in Mental Health Care

Mental Health Issues Related to the Pandemic and Long-Term Isolation* Explore the aspects and consequences of long-term isolation on adults, adolescents and children. Learn about the positive and negative effects isolation has on family dynamics. Recognize how preexisting conditions are affected by long-term isolation and discover self-care strategies.

HSC 1072 38794

$99 | CEUs: 3.5 Fri 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Michael Mogan

MAI

Jul 8

NURSING RN/LPN Skills Refresher Class Re-examine head-to-toe physical assessment including vital signs, medication administration, documentation, surgical asepsis, infection control and safety, fall prevention, body mechanics and transfers. Upon successful completion of the class, you will receive a certificate, a LARA requirement for the skills evaluation portion for a lapsed or suspended license.

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mandatory fee: $399 | CEUs: 1.2

Amy Stapleton

38769

Sat 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Jun 4 & 11

MAI

38770

Sat 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Aug 6 & 13

MAI

“This course is one of

the few that is accredited.

I strongly recommend this refresher course.

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— Class participant, RN/LPN Skills Refresher Class

wccnet.edu/noncredit / 734-677-5060

Entrepreneurial Spirit Provides Dividends Catherine Hadley Truman Scholarship winner Catherine Hadley says time well spent at Washtenaw Community College played an integral role in her becoming the 28th University of Michigan student to earn the prestigious honor.

A former high school dropout who had pursued some entrepreneurial ideas, Hadley spent two-and-a half years on the WCC campus—first reacclimating herself to education, then compiling transferrable credits at the college’s low tuition rate while following its General Studies transfer program.

During her years as a full-time WCC student and mother of two, Hadley founded BirthSafe.org, a nonprofit organization that gathers information about birthing providers and facilities while advocating for legislation that uplifts and empowers patients. It’s those kind of public service leadership qualities that would earn her the $30,000 Truman Scholarship.

Hadley earned the scholarship while pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Sociology at the University of Michigan and will use its award to pursue a master’s degree in Social Work from U-M. “None of this would be possible without my time at Washtenaw Community College. I had such a transformative experience while on campus,” Hadley says. “It is truly the foundation of what I do and hope to achieve in my life.”

Hadley is living proof that a community college can be the launching pad for an exceptional educational journey. Her’s is culminating with one of the premier graduate-level fellowships in the United States.

“I think being a community college student actually set me apart and made me a more dynamic candidate,” Hadley asserts. “I come from a different background than a lot of the applicants and have had more life experiences. They understand I’m coming at it from * Classes eligiblelens, for continuing education contact a veryare different and that lens is valuable.” hours by the Michigan Social Work Collaborative.

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Professional Development | CAT EGORY Professional Development

Information Technology BIG DATA ANALYTICS Excel Essentials for Data Analysts A good spreadsheet provides accurate data. The most important tool for entering, formatting and calculating information is Microsoft Excel. It is a key middle-technical skill and vital to all management positions. Using real mobility data, this course will cover beginning concepts from the certification exams.

CIS 1022 38781

$199 | CEUs: 1.5

Clair Dickson

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Excel Intermediate for Data Analysts

38783

$199 | CEUs: 1.5

Clair Dickson

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Excel Core for Data Analysts Understanding Microsoft Excel is an important middle-technical skill in mobility analysis, as well as the related fields of management and engineering. Learn how to enter data and create formulas to analyze and present complex information. Using actual mobility data, this course will cover beginning and intermediate concepts from the Excel certification exams.

CIS 1024 37980

$400 | CEUs: 3

Clair Dickson

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Excel Expert for Data Analysts Learn how to control and validate data entry. Using actual county and other municipality data, you will learn how to enter, analyze and create advanced reports including PivotTables and PivotCharts. This course will cover expert concepts from the Excel certification exams.

CIS 1063 38782

$240 | CEUs: 3

Clair Dickson

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Learn to display data from a spreadsheet in a chart using Excel.

Become skilled at delivering data that can visually be understood quickly and efficiently. Discover how to use objects to add additional functionality, information or decoration to a worksheet including company logos, text boxes, arrows for emphasis and more.

CIS 1064

Understanding formulas is an important middle-technical skill in mobility analysis, as well as the related fields of management and engineering. Formulas transform data into decisions. Logical and statistical formulas can analyze the data set and return an answer based on your criteria. Learn how to use logical, statistical and text functions. Using actual mobility data, this course will cover intermediate concepts from the Excel certification exams.

CIS 1023

Excel Beginning Quickstart: Charts and Objects

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ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

The first step in working with data is entering information in an organized fashion of rows and columns, with labels and formatting as needed. These lessons demonstrate the AutoSum family of functions: SUM, AVERAGE, MIN and MAX, which we will apply to crash data. Part of our comparisons will use conditional formatting to apply color coding. This will allow us to see the differences in data quickly.

CIS 1066 38774

$140 | CEUs: 0.3

Clair Dickson

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Excel Intermediate Quickstart: Formulas and Cell References Learn how to use relative and absolute cell references to unleash the power and versatility of functions and formulas. Discover the best uses for each one to get the most from your Excel spreadsheets.

CIS 1067 38779

$140 | CEUs: 0.3

Clair Dickson

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Excel Intermediate Quickstart: Logical and Statistical Formulas Discover how to define and name a range of data to use in a formula, function or chart. Learn to use this powerful tool to simplify data for yourself and others.

38780

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Clair Dickson

Excel Beginning Quickstart: Formulas and Formatting

CIS 1068

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$140 | CEUs: 0.3

$140 | CEUs: 0.3

Clair Dickson

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Register online: wccnet.edu/noncredit

INF OR MATIO N TEC H N O L O GY

Excel Expert Quickstart: Advanced Logical and Statistical Functions In this class, we will explore basic statistical mean, mode and median operations using IF and IFS groups for calculations. We will also cover SUMIFS for data and the logical functions of AND, OR and NOT to work with complex calculations for data analysis.

Using actual mobility data, this course will cover concepts from Excel certification exams.

CIS 1069

$140 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.3

38775

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Clair Dickson

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CONNECTED AND AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Basics This class offers a solid understanding of each part of intelligent transportation systems and how they connect. Topics will include connected vehicles and advanced driver safety applications, infrastructure signs, networks and coordination.

ATT 1000 38830

$50 | CEUs: 1

Clair Dickson

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Excel Expert Quickstart: Macros and More Macros can speed up repetitive tasks including formatting, typing and more. This course demonstrates how to update data sets with a macro; and use form design and macros to automate procedures and tasks. We will also cover assigning a macro to a button and creating synchronized lookup boxes using the indirect function and data validation.

CIS 1071

$140 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.3

38776

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Clair Dickson

Automated Vehicle Localization Techniques The goal of this vehicle localization training is to provide a solid understanding of the systems used by autonomous vehicles to approximate an autonomous vehicle’s precise location. Explore such systems as satellite and inertial navigation, map-aided localization and SLAM. ATT 1002 38789

$30 | CEUs: 0.5 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Excel Expert Quickstart: PivotCharts and Advanced Charts

PROGRAMMING

PivotCharts quickly provide dynamic analysis of complex data.

This class explores a number of advanced chart types for visually displaying complex, statistical and hierarchical data.

Applied Machine Learning

CIS 1072

$140 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.3

38777

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Clair Dickson

38790

Data is abundant. However, many data tables are very large.

PivotTable reports assist analysts and administrators to make the data meaningful. These lessons use mobility data to create and modify PivotTables, including using filters and slicers.

CIS 1073

$140 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.3

38778

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Clair Dickson

Excel and XML for Data Analysts XML is an in-demand coding language that has increasing use in data management. Come to understand XML documents in context of the commonly used companion codes for restricting content with XML Schema, navigating nodes with XPATH and transforming content with styles with XSLT. Additional topics include the relationship of XML with Microsoft Excel including importing, mapping Schema and exporting content.

CIS 1078 38806

$100 | CEUs: 2

Get an introduction to machine learning and how to use image classification, one common machine learning function.

CIS 1021

Excel Expert Quickstart: PivotTables and More PivotTables

Clair Dickson

mandatory fee: $400 | CEUs: 1.6

Clair Dickson

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

VIRTUAL REALITY Unity Basics: Maps and Apps Learn introductory concepts and commands used in Unity software. These include basic game design concepts, as well the uses of Unity in growing industries that include automotive, augmented reality and more. Additionally, discover the WRLD3D mapping application and its relationship to Unity.

CIS 4078 38791

$150 | CEUs: 3

Clair Dickson

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Clair Dickson

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

wccnet.edu/noncredit / 734-677-5060

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Professional Development

Marketing and Communications DIGITAL MARKETING Basic Video Production Learn to make compelling, effective videos in this hands-on class.

Go from start to a polished finish, as you work with basic lighting, sound and editing techniques, marketing and search engine optimization.

BMG 1017

$99 | CEUs: 0.6

38765

Tue, Thu 6-9 p.m.

Damon Thompson May 17 & 19

MAI

Video Editing Basics This hands-on workshop with video editing software will introduce you to terminology and techniques that result in more polished digital videos. You’ll learn how to import, trim and arrange your clips, add effects, narration and a custom soundtrack. You’ll also learn how to encode and upload your masterpiece to share on the web.

VID 1000 38766

$229 | CEUs: 1.2 Tue, Thu 6-9 p.m.

Jun 7-16

MAI

Discover how to effectively use videos in your marketing strategy.

Learn the steps to create and brand your own YouTube channel.

You’ll explore ways to gain more views and subscribers to bring more attention to your organization.

38767

$169 | CEUs: 0.6 Tue, Thu 6-9 p.m.

Looking to reach your customer in the digital age? Learn how to leverage social media to spread your message, rally support and increase your revenues. You’ll explore effective sites and walk away with a surplus of new ideas on how to use Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and more to give your business a boost.

BMG 1066 38764

$99 | CEUs: 0.3 Tue 6-9 p.m.

Shannon Beeman Aug 2

MAI

Damon Thompson

YouTube and Video Marketing

INP 1006

E-Marketing for Small Business and Nonprofit Organizations

Damon Thompson Aug 9 & 11

WEB

Search Engine Optimization Tips Does your webpage appear in Google’s top search results?

Discover the various ways that Google ranks webpages and blogs.

Learn tips to improve your website’s search engine visibility and increase traffic. Walk away with many search engine optimization techniques you can apply to your e-marketing strategy for your business or nonprofit organization.

BMG 1068 38759

$99 | CEUs: 0.3 Mon 6-9 p.m.

Shannon Beeman May 16

MAI

TRAINER PROFILE

Shannon Beeman |

DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS

Shannon Beeman is a certified digital communications professional with over fourteen years of success in social media strategy, content development, public relations, advertising, graphic design, program management and sales support. She specializes in the development and execution of integrated marketing communications strategies that engage customers, build brands, grow market share and achieve business goals. Her experience covers a diverse range of industries including automotive, e-commerce, health care, higher education, retail, technology, and nonprofit organizations. Beeman holds a Master’s of Business Administration degree from Walsh College of Business. She received a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts degree from Kendall College of Art & Design in 2004.

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MAR KET ING A N D C O MMU N IC ATIO N S

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Professional Development

“The class exceeded my expectations for an

introduction to current social media platforms.

I now understand a broad range of platforms and which ones will best serve my marketing efforts. Excellent class and instructor.

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— Class participant, Social Media Best Practices

SMART Board Training

Social Media Best Practices

If you’re an educator or business professional, engaging and inspiring your clients or students is a must. Streamline your presentations with SMART Board, the interactive whiteboard. Come learn about SMART Board software in this class. Learn how to create give-and-take lessons or unique presentations that capture your audience.

How can you tell if your e-marketing is effective? Are your messages meeting the audience you want? Learn how to apply proven principles of marketing, public relations and customer service to the social media landscape. Explore some of the new best practices and how to avoid common pitfalls.

SCECH 1093 $195 38943

Online Trainer

BMG 1056 38758

$99 | CEUs: 0.3 Mon 6-9 p.m.

Shannon Beeman

MAI

May 9

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Twitter Tactics for Your Business or Nonprofit

SOCIAL MEDIA Optimize Your Business Facebook Page Utilize all Facebook has to offer your small business or nonprofit.

Advance your online presence, optimize your page, perfect your posts and discover how paid advertising can further your reach.

Everyone, from beginner to advanced users, will find practical and actionable ways to get results. You’ll leave class with a fully optimized Facebook page.

BMG 1071 38757

$149 | CEUs: 0.9 Tue 6-9 p.m.

Shannon Beeman May 3-17

MAI

Harness the power of Twitter to build your brand awareness, drive sales and promote your company or nonprofit. Use various Twitter tools to build and manage business campaigns online. We will cover: building a personal page, creating a business page, creating appropriate marketing messages, how to integrate Twitter with other social media platforms and more.

BMG 1069 38763

Tue 6-9 p.m.

Shannon Beeman

MAI

Jun 7

LinkedIn for Business and Nonprofits: Profiles, Pages, Groups and More A great LinkedIn profile allows you to put your best foot forward and build your credibility online. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn everything you need to know about maximizing your professional image on LinkedIn. This class is highly recommended for real estate professionals, photographers and other sole proprietors.

BMG 1092 38760

wccnet.edu/noncredit / 734-677-5060

$99 | mandatory fee: $4 | CEUs: 0.3

$99 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Mon 6-9 p.m.

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Shannon Beeman

Aug 8

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Professional Skills BUSINESS SOFTWARE Excel 2019/365: Level 1 Get to know Excel, and how to use its many features, as you create and format worksheets, build formulas and use functions.

You’ll receive an introduction to charting and also gain skills to maintain and enhance a worksheet, insert and delete columns and rows and manage workbooks.

BOS 1285 38755

$150 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.8 Tue, Thu 6-8 p.m.

May 17-26

Kim Novak

MAI

Excel 2019/365: Level 2 Take your skills to the next level. Learn how to create formulas with additional Excel functions, work with larger worksheets, build 3D formulas within a workbook and use data features, such as sorting and filtering.

BOS 1280 38756

$150 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.8 Tue, Thu 6-8 p.m.

Jun 7-16

Kim Novak

MAI

CONSTRUCTION AND CODE COMPLIANCE Certified Renewable Energy Specialist This class is for those who want to pursue or advance in a career in the exciting field of renewable energy—includes engaging and interactive quizzes, games and activities with a focus on the new generation of technologies that will fuel power grids for decades to come.

CON 1003 39074

$2,395 | CEUs: 43.5

State of Michigan

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

MIOSHA General Industry: 10 Hour Course In today’s challenging business climate, many employers are faced with the need to have their employees perform new or multiple job functions. As personnel shifts to accommodate business needs, it is essential to have staff understand the importance of safety and health management and the underlying effect it has on business.

This class offers the resources and tools to create or enhance an effective safety and health management system, a review of the MIOSHA Act and highlights key general industry safety and health standards.

FMA 4011 38020

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$198 | CEUs: 1.4 Wed, Thu 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

WCC Trainer May 18 & 19

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/noncredit

PR OF ESSIONAL SK IL L S

Small Business Support.

Big Business Impact.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT Strategies for Hiring the Right Employees

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Discover winning techniques for recruiting, interviewing and hiring top-notch employees. Learn how to define positions, develop hiring strategies, filter applicants, conduct interviews, make offers and onboard new hires.

BMG 1218 38008

$129 | CEUs: 0.6 Wed 1-5 p.m.

Yvette Adams

WEB

Jun 8

Succession Planning: Preparing for the Future

*

Learn how effective succession planning and proactive business strategies can smooth the path of change. Discover how to pack power into hiring new employees, selecting and grooming employees to become leaders and preparing employees for retirement.

HSC 1078 38751

$119 | CEUs: 0.5 Wed, Fri 9-11:30 a.m.

Yvette Adams

WEB

May 18 & 20

Talent Management: Investing for Success

*

Develop a more skilled workforce and attract better skilled employees. Discover how to recruit and retain the right people to improve performance and productivity.

BMG 1238 38752

$129 | CEUs: 0.6 Fri 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Yvette Adams Jun 10

MAI

LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT Coaching and Mentoring Managers

*

Lead and motivate your team to produce positive results. Learn techniques to groom new managers and challenge experienced ones. Explore ways to create a supportive environment that will bring success to the whole team.

BMG 1223 38750

$119 | CEUs: 0.5 Wed 1-5 p.m.

* SHRM Credits

WCC is recognized by the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.

Yvette Adams May 11

MAI

SBDC SPOTLIGHT

Mary Cambruzzi Owner of Found — ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN What started as a hobby for Mary Cambruzzi evolved into a booming retail business. Creating a space that sold work by local artists, vintage finds and pieces made with reclaimed materials, Found opened in 2005.

With a deep passion and a little help, Found has endured. Cambruzzi works closely with Ron Stevens, associate regional director and business consultant at the MI-SBDC Greater Washtenaw Region, based at WCC, building strategies for growth, annual budgeting, retail and training practices, and staffing plans—which has helped her sales triple over the years.

“Ron was instrumental when we were looking at spaces. He helped us understand the financial breakdown from a lens of what we needed to sell to be a sustainable retail business,” says Cambruzzi. “The most challenging part was managing the build-out and securing loans. Ron guided us through these aspects of the expansion.

“Found has really become an important part of the neighborhood, as a destination for locals and people from all over the region,” says Cambruzzi.

Want to start or grow your small business?

We can help.

For more information, contact us today. sbdc@wccnet.edu | 734-477-8762

sbdcmichigan.org

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Industry-Based Certifications Certification testing at WCC is convenient and accessible.

The Workforce Certification Center at Washtenaw Community College offers state-of-the-art testing facilities for over 200 different industry-based certifications as well as State of Michigan testing for licensing.

Contact us at 734-249-5920 or workforce-certificationcenter@wccnet.edu.

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+ Coaching

This class includes a one-on-one coaching

session with the trainer.

734-677-5155 734-677-5155 or or careers@wccnet.edu careers@wccnet.edu

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Professional Development

Huron Valley Area Code Officials (HuVACO) Continuing Education Units

Lead Your Team to Powerhouse Status

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Good leadership is essential to an organization’s success. Learn best practices for creating highly productive teams in small business and corporate settings. Explore strategies for leading highperforming teams to make optimal impact.

BMG 1137 38820

$99 | CEUs: 0.3 Tue 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Rick Harkness May 17

WEB

LEGAL Advanced Legal Research and Writing Discover advanced and specialized approaches for using legal resources. Learn how to formulate Westlaw search queries and effectively use other online and manual legal research methods for legal writing. Find out how to locate, interpret and use various types of legal authorities, write a legal analysis and draft a memorandum of law and briefcase opinions.

LAW 1006 38616

mandatory fee: $995 | CEUs: 5 Center for Legal Studies ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

HuVACO and WCC Workforce and Community Development offer eight monthly classes taught by recognized industry leaders, exclusively for HuVACO members.

Participants will receive a certificate of attendance for their recordkeeping purposes.

Approval by the Bureau of Construction Codes and Bureau of Fire Services is sought for: • Building Officials • Certified Fire Inspectors

Personal Injury for Paralegals

• Building Inspectors

Learn the legal terms, causes of action and remedies available to victims of personal injury accidents. Review the negligence theory of torts (the basis of many personal injury claims) and discuss interviewing, investigating and other case-building techniques vital to a personal injury paralegal’s success in a law office.

• Plan Reviewers

LAW 1008 38615

HuVACO membership is $95 per year.*

mandatory fee: $995 | CEUs: 5 Center for Legal Studies

Membership includes tuition for the eight monthly classes and admission to an annual expo in January.

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

*Membership rates are subject to change.

+ Coaching

This class includes a one-on-one coaching

session with the trainer.

wccnet.edu/noncredit / 734-677-5060

For information or a membership application, please call 734-677-5060 or go to wccnet.edu/huvaco.

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Master the tools necessary to become a successful executive or personal assistant. Learn what it takes to effectively manage a schedule, organize a meeting, be a successful gatekeeper and more.

BMG 1213 38754

$99 | CEUs: 0.4 Tue 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

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Jun 7

SOFT SKILLS Customer Service

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Acquire insight into the varying types of customers and how to best serve them. Improve your in-person and phone skills to generate return business and learn strategies for dealing with difficult customers.

BMG 1207 38753

$119 | CEUs: 0.4 Thu 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Yvette Adams

WEB

May 5

Secrets of Goal Setting for Personal Success

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Obtain the skills you need to complete more tasks and get things done. Learn strategies to deal with distractions, overcome procrastination and increase satisfaction in both your professional and personal life.

BMG 1216 38821

$99 | CEUs: 0.3 Thu 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

+ Coaching

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Rick Harkness May 24

WEB

This class includes a one-on-one coaching

session with the trainer.

Register online: wccnet.edu/noncredit

BIGGER RESOURCES for SMALLER BUSINESSES VALIDATE ideas with experienced leaders

BUILD stronger business plans

Our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence program brings the experts to you with virtual 1-on-1 mentoring.

INSPIRE business growth strategies

ENHANCE your marketing efforts

IDENTIFY your champion customers

STRENGTHEN your

professional network

From dreamers and start-ups to practiced change makers and everyone in between, we are dedicated to elevating small business leaders at any stage of the journey.

Visit wccnet.edu/entrepreneurship and sign up for our newsletter!

entrepreneurship@wccnet.edu | 734-249-5880

Find Your Path to Success.

Pathway classes help you increase key academic skills and knowledge for college and career readiness. Earn a GED credential or improve your English language skills.

Instruction is learner-centered. Learn from home with our virtual class option.

ESL classes in partnership with WISD and Ypsilanti Twp. Community Center

Classes include: • Teacher-led instruction • Integrated computer instruction • Integrated career and job readiness skills • Individualized tutoring options • Fast-track to college and training • FREE GED testing vouchers

For more information, contact the Adult Transitions team at 734-677-5006.

Follow us: Facebook.com/GEDatWCC

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Professional Development | CAT EGORY Professional Development

SCECH: Teaching and Education Welcome Educators!

Earning your Michigan State Continuing Education Clock Hours (SCECH) is easy as 1, 2, 3 at WCC. Choose from a wide range of interactive, affordable and convenient noncredit classes you can take entirely online.

Creating Safe Classroom Environments Students flourish when they feel physically, socially and emotionally safe. Learn how to build an environment that welcomes, values and accepts the social identity and culture of each student. Get the skills in this class to build a socially, emotionally safe environment and a positive, trustworthy, challenging curriculum that empowers your students.

SCECH 1070 $195 39136

Online Trainer

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Differentiation for the Elementary Classroom

39122

Online Trainer

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Flipped learning involves providing direct instruction for each student learning outside of class, allowing for more strategic use of in-class time for group work. Explore how to teach different flipped subjects, incorporate technology and how to provide differentiated instruction.

SCECH 1058 $195 39126

Online Trainer

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Grant Writing 101 Are you seeking grant writing skills for your position in a nonprofit or as a freelance grant writer? This is the class for you! Gain a full understanding of grant writing from identifying potential grant seekers to finding funders and building your own grant writing business.

SCECH 1091 $195 38950

Online Trainer

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Preschool Fun Ideas!

Discover the fundamentals of creating engaging and nurturing learning centers, the importance of each learning domain, examples of activities to incorporate into your daily schedule, and a hands-on experience creating your own lesson plan.

SCECH 1062 $195

Today’s elementary schoolteachers are under tremendous pressure to help ensure students meet a set of rigorous standardized learning topics. Get guidance about the division of time, resources and efforts to effectively instruct your students.

SCECH 1089 $195

Flipped Learning for the Elementary Classroom

38941

Online Trainer

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Project-Based Learning Techniques Get the guidance you need to effectively implement project-based learning (PBL) techniques in your classroom. You’ll learn about the theories behind PBL, planning PBL activities, conducting assessments, and feedback and reflection strategies.

SCECH 1073 $195 39139

Online Trainer

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Rookie Teacher Survival Guide New teachers in the world of early childhood education can easily become overwhelmed by lesson plans, behavior management and the individual needs of each student. Gain an understanding of proper reflective teaching practices, tools to reflect on lesson plan activities and suggestions for monitoring and encouraging student achievement.

SCECH 1075 $195 38942

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ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Register online: wccnet.edu/noncredit

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SMART Board Training

Teaching Gifted Learners

If you’re an educator, engaging and inspiring your students is a must. Streamline your presentations with SMART Board, the interactive whiteboard. Come learn about SMART Board software in this class. Learn how to create give-and-take lessons or unique presentations that capture your students.

Since not all gifted students are alike, differentiating curriculum is so important. This course will teach you how to identify gifted students and implement successful, research-based strategies in your classroom.

SCECH 1060 $195

SCECH 1093 $195 38943

Online Trainer

39129

Online Trainer

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

The Flipped Classroom

STEM for Teachers in Grades 4–8 Are you a new or seasoned educator struggling with incorporating STEM concepts and techniques into your classroom? This class will show you how to select and adapt high-quality STEM lesson plans to energize and help your students grow. You’ll gain the assessment skills to understand the concepts and procedures of your students, discover how to use project-based learning styles, and how to help your students develop important critical thinking and collaboration competence.

Learn about the history of the flipped classroom, and how the roles and expectations of students and teachers change when using this model. No longer are students using textbooks and sitting in rows with a chalkboard. Today’s generation uses the internet and technology to approach learning. Teachers are facilitators and encourage learning through interacting with their students, not lecturing. Walk away with strategies and tips to effectively implement this model into your class.

SCECH 1088 $195

SCECH 1071 $195 39130

Online Trainer

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Using Technology in Your Classroom

Student Engagement and Learning Enhance your teaching practice and improve student learning in your classroom with new and exciting techniques to engage your students. You will learn key research on classroom formative assessment and how these practices have a greater impact on educational achievement than most other reforms.

SCECH 1077 $195 39120

38957

Online Trainer

Online Trainer

Students today have fingertip access to ever-expanding sources of new information and communications. How is it possible to capture and keep their attention and focus? Find out how to combine technology and curriculum in this essential class.

SCECH 1078 $195 38958

Online Trainer

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

wccnet.edu/noncredit / 734-677-5060

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Personal Enrichment

Creative Arts CREATIVE WRITING Finding Your Voice The most powerful writing comes from the heart. What do you care about? What inspires you? What is special in your life? Write about the people and things that are dear to you.

ENG 4004 38632

Frances Wang

$79 Sat 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Aug 20 & 27

WEB

Continuing Writing Workshop: Finding the Writer Within Do you need help releasing the creativity within you? As we explore a variety of tips, tricks, exercises and more, you’ll overcome barriers and learn to use your own unique voice and writing style.

ENG 4163

Frances Wang

$169

38811

Sun 12-2 p.m.

May 1-Jun 5

WEB

38631

Sun 12-2 p.m.

Jul 17-Aug 14

WEB

The ABCs of Getting Published Discover the many paths to publishing a book, poem or article.

Learn the advantages and disadvantages of self-publishing versus traditional publishing and the various ways to market your finished product.

ENG 4235 38634

Sat 1-3 p.m.

Jun 4 & 11

WEB

How do we use writing to touch, inspire, persuade and provoke readers to action? Learn simple but powerful methods to get ideas out of your head and onto the page. Consider different forms including op-ed, persuasive essay, spoken word, social media and art. Part writing, part activism and a lot of heart, this class aspires to help you use the written word to create the change you want to see in the world.

38630

Aerial Photography with Drones Explore the fundamentals of aerial photography in this exciting class that will have you soaring! Learn how to operate and control a drone, take drone photos and practice the basics of transferring and editing your photos.

HOB 4032 39224

Frances Wang

$65 Sat 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

WEB

May 7

Ready to take your digital SLR photography to the next level?

Learn how to unleash the power of Raw file technology to create stunning images. Get hands-on experience with all of the tools in Adobe’s digital darkroom, and explore the Raw file converters: Photoshop, Lightroom and Elements. Evaluate and adjust exposure, color balance, contrast, sharpness, perspective and a host of other modifications, all before you open the file.

PHO 4040 38641

Randal Stegmeyer

$125 Tue, Thu 6-8 p.m.

Jul 19-28

MAI

Jun 4 & 11

WEB

Digital Cameras 1 Whether you’ve read the manual or not, here’s where you can learn the language of digital cameras and discover your camera’s most important menu options and features. You will explore such topics as resolution, file formats, basic camera operations, composition, building a digital archive and many more. Bring your camera to class and start your photographic journey.

PHO 4012 38635

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Randal Stegmeyer

$129 Tue, Thu 6-8 p.m.

May 17-26

MAI

Digital Cameras 2 Ready to step up your game and learn how to make professionallooking photos? Advance to topics such as histogram analysis, dynamic range, controlling depth-of-field, photographing a moving subject and Raw file technology. In addition to technical information, you will learn what it means to see like a photographer and differentiate between a good and a great photograph.

38636

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Camera Raw with Adobe

PHO 4013

20

Detroit Drones

$89

Frances Wang

$59

Writing Opinion Essays

ENG 4018

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Randal Stegmeyer

$129 Tue, Thu 6-8 p.m.

Jun 7-16

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/noncredit

C R EATIVE A RTS

Digital Cameras 3: Nature Photography in the Field

Randal Stegmeyer

$129

38637 Tue 6-7 p.m. & Sat 5-8 p.m. & Tue, Thu 6-8 p.m.

Personal Enrichment

The Art of Spinning Wool

You asked for it, you got it! After discussing goals and expectations and looking at some examples of nature, you’ll get hands-on experience photographing the natural landscape. This is a relaxing and enjoyable opportunity to expand and improve your photographic dexterity.

PHO 4046

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Jun 21-30

Discover the wonderful art of spinning your own wool. Learn the whole process from sheep to bobbin in this intimate workshop.

You will learn how to hand spin both on a drop spindle and a spinning wheel. You will leave with yarn you have spun and a drop spindle to continue your spinning adventure at home.

HEC 4572 38807

$90 | mandatory fee: $45

Copper Bear Shire

Sun 12-4 p.m.

MAI

Jul 10

MAI

HANDCRAFTING Photoshop Level 1: Basics Get started with Photoshop’s powerful tools and commands for improving the quality of photographic images. Enhance your digital photos using color and contrast adjustments, retouching techniques and creative special effects.

PHO 4018 38638

Randal Stegmeyer

$129 Sat 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Jun 18 & 25

MAI

Photoshop Level 2: Intermediate

38639

$129 Sat 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Randal Stegmeyer Jul 9 & 16

MAI

Introduction to Knitting Explore the basics of this age-old craft. We’ll discuss tools involved, varieties of yarn, practice types of stitches, and learn how to read a simple pattern to start a project of your own. Time will be spent working on a pattern in class, so questions can be answered.

38688

Copper Bear Shire

$59 Sun 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

MAI

Jun 12

Introduction to Natural Dyeing Explore the art of natural dyes. Learn how to identify plants and which parts to harvest to prepare pigments. Examine a variety of fibers and discuss methods of preparation needed to achieve desired colors. Be ready to get creative with some of the ways we have been using nature’s palette for centuries.

HEC 4231 38690

$49 | mandatory fee: $20 Sun 1-3 p.m.

$185 | mandatory fee: $25

MI Folk School

38704

Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

May 13

MIF

38705

Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Jun 10

MIF

38706

Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Jul 8

MIF

38707

Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Aug 12

MIF

Make an Inspiration Folder

FIBER ARTS

HEC 4139

Blacksmithing, an ancient craft now experiencing a modern artistic revival, is a fun and productive hobby that allows you to create many tools and products for use around the home. In this introductory workshop, you will learn the basic tools of the smith, how to set up a portable forge using coal or charcoal and then practice basic blacksmithing skills, including drawing and bending metals.

You will make a forged S-hook, a classic blacksmith product.

HEC 4188

Explore intermediate tools and commands for improving the quality of photographic images including adjustment layers, selections and collage techniques.

PHO 4019

Blacksmithing: An Introduction

Design a special folder to house inspiring pieces for creative expression. Explore using quotes, images, handouts, stickers, scissors, tape and markers for a customized and individualized folder. Whenever you get stuck in a creative rut, pull out your creative folder.

HEC 4258 38702

Sat 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Jane Reiter

MAI

Aug 20

Shou Sugi Ban Workshop Originating in Japan in the 1600s, shou sugi ban is an ancient Japanese technique for waterproofing and preserving wood.

Traditionally, three planks were wired together to form a triangular tube and placed over a small fire. Once the surface was significantly charred, the planks were removed, extinguished, scrubbed clean, and then sealed with an oil. This method is sustainable and safe, as it does not use chemicals to finish timber. Recently, shou sugi ban has increased in popularity among architects and designers, for both its aesthetics and its green nature.

Copper Bear Shire

HEC 4269

MAI

38713

Aug 14

$29 | mandatory fee: $15

$79 | mandatory fee: $30 Wed 5-9 p.m.

MI Folk School Jul 20

MIF

Classes offered in partnership with MI Folk School

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MUSIC, DANCE AND THEATER Ballroom Dance Techniques Come participate in a ballroom technique class for all levels. This class will help you learn basic ballroom dance skills, assist you with your hand and foot positioning and bolster your confidence as a dancer.

DAN 4010

Natalia Alexandrova

$169

38700 Sat 2-3 p.m.

*No class on Jun 18.

May 7-Jul 16*

MAI

Ballroom Dance Techniques: Short Session Fit your desire to dance into your busy schedule in this short session class.

DAN 4010 38697

Natalia Alexandrova

$69 Sat 2-3 p.m.

Jul 23-Aug 20

MAI

Is your schedule tight? This short session class will easily give you the dance steps and style you crave.

Detroit Ballroom Dance: A Variation on a Theme Learn a dance based on the Cha Cha, which caters to rhythm and blues music. Originating in Detroit in the 1970s, this smooth dance style can be adapted to many different types of music.

DAN 4007 38817

Terrence Butler

$125 Thu 6-7 p.m.

Jun 2-Aug 4

MAI

Presentation Dancing Experienced dancers will master the tools to transform steps into a finished dance. You will learn how to choreograph a dance, as well as introduce basic lifts, dips and sways. You will learn how to create a dance routine, maximizing your strengths for a dazzling performance at any event.

DAN 4010 38627

Natalia Alexandrova

$169 Tue 6-7 p.m.

May 10-Jul 12

MAI

Add to your dance expertise in this short session where you’ll secure the skills to transform and choreograph a dance routine, using basic lifts, dips and sways.

38628

Natalia Alexandrova

$75 Tue 6-7 p.m.

Jul 19-Aug 16

MAI

Social Ballroom Dance: Beginner Awaken your inner dancer. Whether you’re a dancer with experience or someone who only dreams of dancing, this class can help you learn new steps and improve your style.

DAN 4010 38625

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DAN 4010 38626

Natalia Alexandrova

$169 Tue 7-9 p.m.

Jul 19-Aug 16

MAI

Social Ballroom Dance: Intermediate No matter how complicated it may look on television, you can ballroom dance. From dancers with experience to those who only dream of dancing, this class can help anyone learn new steps and improve their style.

DAN 4010

Natalia Alexandrova

$229

38699 Sat 3-5 p.m.

*No class on Jun 18.

May 7-Jul 16*

MAI

Social Ballroom Dance: Short Session (Intermediate) Do you only have limited time to add to your ballroom dance skills?

This short session is just the ticket!

Presentation Ballroom Dancing: Short Session

DAN 4010

Social Ballroom Dance: Short Session (Beginner)

DAN 4010 38696

Natalia Alexandrova

$149 Sat 3-5 p.m.

Jul 23-Aug 20

MAI

Songwriting Do you have original music that you want to get out of your head and share with the world? Come learn songwriting for all styles of music and make that dream a reality.

MUS 4008 38818

Steven Somers

$165 Thu 6:30-8 p.m.

Jun 30-Aug 11

WEB

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MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/noncredit

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Guitar for Beginners In a relaxed and nurturing environment, learn basic open chord positions, practice changing chords smoothly, strumming, fingerpicking, bass runs and bass progressions.

MUS 4020 38644

David Swain

$175 Sat 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

May 7-Jun 25

MAI

Continuing Guitar Expand your guitar-playing skills as you increase your knowledge of chords, strumming, fingerpicking, bass runs and bass progressions. Develop the ablility to play more complex songs and increase confidence and musicality in your performance.

MUS 4105 38646

David Swain

$135 Tue 6:30-8:30 p.m.

MAI

May 10-31

VISUAL ARTS

Ukulele for Beginners

Abstracting the Landscape

Portuguese sailors spread the ukulele and its music to the people in the Pacific Islands who have been playing it for decades.

Experience what Pacific Islanders enjoy as you learn how to play this wonderful four-string instrument.

Create an abstract, stylized landscape using acrylic paint. Some experience with acrylic paint is helpful as we capture unique and varied interpretations of what we see in the outdoors.

MUS 4006 38645

David Swain

$169 Sat 12:30-1:30 p.m.

May 7-Jun 25

MAI

Washtenaw Community Jazz Orchestra and Combo

ART 4087 38703

38810 Wed 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

*No class on Jul 6.

Steven Somers

$145 Tue 7:30-9 p.m.

Jun 28-Aug 9

WEB

Desktop Broadcasting Learn how to spice up your desktop broadcasting using tools like Open Broadcast software and Wirecast. Weave multimedia elements and different camera angles into your livestream events to keep your audience tuned in and engaged.

39226

$59 Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

wccnet.edu/noncredit / 734-677-5060

WEB

Jul 13-Aug 31*

WEB

Debra Golden

$329

38742 Mon 4:30-6:30 p.m.

*No class on May 30, Jul 4.

May 2-Aug 1*

MAI

Continuing Botanical Drawing and Painting Studio

PERFORMING ARTS

DRA 4012

May 4-Jun 22

Grow your skills in color theory and mixing as you paint fantastic flowers in acrylics. Learn new brush techniques while painting small studies and larger-than-life blooms. Get inspired by nature and famous artists, and enjoy some color therapy.

ART 4506

38657

Wed 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fabulous Flowers in Acrylics

This class is designed to foster diverse community participation, from high school students to older adults, in the merits of community jazz. As this class will take place virtually and without a final concert, this session will focus on recording projects, jazz history, theory and how to use technology to make music.

MUS 4051

Payton Cook

$155

Aug 6

Explore the possibilities of drawing and painting lively botanical subjects from flowers to fungi in this online class. Materials will include graphite, colored pencil and watercolor. Techniques include combining colored pencils and watercolor, underpainting with colored pencil, drawing accurately from life, developing a composition and more. Continuing botanical art students are welcome, as well as new students who have practiced drawing and painting.

Detroit Drones

ART 4035

WEB

38652

$115 Wed 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Spring/Summer 2022 |

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CR EAT IVE ART S

Continuing Botanical Drawing with Colored Pencils Whether you are a beginning or continuing botanical art student, in this online class you will enjoy exploring basic techniques for blending, burnishing, layering colors and more. If you are a continuing student, you will develop a larger finished project. Topics include leaves, flowers, fruits and others.

ART 4035 38651

Wed 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

May 4-Jun 8

WEB

Continue to develop your art skills while learning to draw a wide variety of different subjects. We will explore sketchbook drawings from contemporary movements to the more traditional subject matter. You will draw animals, landscapes, still lifes and more using regular graphite pencils, pens and colored pencils.

May 9-Jul 25*

MAI

Become an urban sketcher as we draw and paint. Fill your sketchbook as you develop your drawing skills, learn watercolor techniques to add color and life, and become more visually aware and appreciative in a supportive environment.

ART 4503 38744

Continue to improve your skills with pen and ink. Grow in your proficiency to manipulate the rigidity and detail of pen and ink while complementing it with the fluidity and spontaneity of watercolor that result in stunning works of art. You will learn techniques for texture in ink and how to balance the looser spontaneous characteristics of watercolor with the linear aspects of ink to create landscapes and still life compositions.

Debra Guidot-Allen

$345 Tue 4-6 p.m.

May 10-Jul 26

WEB

Painting Animals in Watercolor

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Debra Golden

$289

38741 Sat 10:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

*No class on May 28.

May 7-Jul 30*

MAI

What does home mean and look like to you? Explore how artists have represented home sweet home in paintings and drawings through the ages, and create images of interior and exterior scenes of the place you call home (real, and/or as imagined and remembered.) Develop your use of perspective, color, and composition and ways to add those special details.

Debra Golden

$369 Wed 6:30-8:30 p.m.

May 4-Jul 27

MAI

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Jane Reiter

MAI

Aug 13

Lisa Risko

$25 Mon 2-4 p.m.

May 23

WEB

Come Paint with Me Get your creativity flowing in this virtual one-day class (via Zoom) and create one miniature (4-inch x 6-inch) masterpiece using water-mixable oils! Whether you’re just getting started, or desire to pick up a few new techniques—come join this quick and fun class and walk away with a work of art.

38734

Lisa Risko

$25 Mon 2-4 p.m.

Jun 20

WEB

Introduction to SketchUp Create 3D models and drawings with this SketchUp class for beginners. Gain a foundation for drawing and design. Learn how to create floor plans and other modeling that can be used for a wide variety of applications.

CIS 4088 39225

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$35 | mandatory fee: $15

Explore the fundamentals of creating a miniature 4-inch x 6-inch water-mixable oil painting. Discover and refine color mixing, washes and paint handling techniques. Come relax and enjoy bringing out the artistic side you may not have known you had!

ART 4075

Painting Home Sweet Home

38743

MAI

May 10-Aug 2

Miniature Water-Mixable Oil Painting: Part 1

38735

Build on your skills from the introductory watercolor class. You will develop your watercolor painting technique to include painting fur and realistic feathers to make your subjects look alive.

ART 4095

Tue 4:30-6 p.m.

Create Your Own Collage Papers

ART 4075

ART 4017

Debra Golden

$239

Make a variety of colorful papers to upgrade your mixed-media art, journaling, card making, and/or collage. Create unique combinations of marks, colors and patterns on your artistic papers.

Continuing Line and Wash

38804

Urban Sketching

Debra Guidot-Allen

$289

38803 Mon 4-6 p.m.

*No class on May 30, Jul 4.

ART 4049

— Class participant, Watercolor: Open Studio

Corry Buckwalter

$115

Continuing Drawing for Fun

ART 4065

encourages students to develop their talents.

Detroit Drones

$79 Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Jun 4

WEB

Register online: wccnet.edu/noncredit

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Watercolor Flowers

Watercolor: Open Studio

Paint beautiful flowers using a variety of watercolor techniques and high-quality images for inspiration. This class is for anyone who admires this elegant and accessible medium, even those who have never painted. You will learn the foundations of watercolor painting, composition, color, line, light, shadow, form and texture, as you paint beautiful and striking images.

The open studio will allow you to experience the creative process at your own pace. Enjoy the company of fellow artists as we explore and experiment with watercolor. This class is for those with some watercolor experience who are seeking a welcoming space and the guidance of an experienced trainer.

ART 4057

ART 4052 38745

Debra Guidot-Allen

$289 Wed 4-6 p.m.

May 11-Jul 27

38746

Debra Guidot-Allen

$289 Thu 4-6 p.m.

May 12-Jul 28

WEB

MAI

Senior Focus The following centers, conveniently located throughout Washtenaw County, offer classes to all county residents 65 years and older before the start of the semester.

Choose from a variety of topics including fitness, visual arts, yoga, dance and more.

Contact individual centers for specific class details and to register.

Ann Arbor Senior Center

Glacier Hills

Pittsfield Senior Center

1320 Baldwin Ave., Ann Arbor 734-794-6250

1200 Earhart Rd., Ann Arbor 734-929-6781

701 W. Ellsworth Rd., Ann Arbor 734-822-2117

Chelsea Adult Learners

Jewish Community Center

Saline Area Senior Center

P.O. Box 134, Chelsea 734-292-5540

2935 Birch Hollow Dr., Ann Arbor 734-971-0990

7190 N. Maple Rd., Saline 734-429-9274

Chelsea Pines

Manchester Senior Center

325 Wilkinson St., Chelsea 734-433-9130

912 City Rd., Manchester 734-428-7628

Ypsilanti Senior Citizens Recreation Center

Chelsea Senior Center

Northfield Senior Center

512 E. Washington St., Chelsea 734-475-9242

9101 Main St., Whitmore Lake 734-449-2295

Dexter Senior Center

Parkridge Community Center

7720 Ann Arbor St., Dexter 734-426-7737

591 Armstrong Dr., Ypsilanti 734-483-7700

1015 N. Congress St., Ypsilanti 734-483-5014

Ypsilanti Township Community Center 2025 E. Clark Rd., Ypsilanti 734-544-3800

To register or for more information, please visit wccnet.edu/senior-focus or call 734-677-5060.

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Tai Chi Chuan: Intermediate Ready for more of a challenge? This class offers a higher level of instruction in Yang-style tai chi chuan. You can work on the form at your own pace and practice elementary pushing hands and applications.

FITNESS

PEA 4095 38618

Qigong and Easy Tai Chi: Stretch, De-Stress and Empower Learn and perform the internal empowerment arts of qigong and tai chi. No matter your age or fitness level, the practice of meditation and mind-body exercise can improve your flexibility, balance, motor skills and mental focus. Reduce stress and increase vitality with natural movement. Calm your mind while creating emotional balance and personal power.

PEA 4171

Karla Groesbeck

$169

38739 Wed 12-1 p.m.

*No class on Jul 6.

May 11-Jul 20*

WEB

$169 | mandatory fee: $20 Wed 7:30-8:45 p.m.

Stephen Harrigan May 11-Jun 29

TRI

Tai Chi for Mobility Maintenance Enjoy this slow, low-impact mind-body exercise that strengthens muscles, improves balance and motor control while facilitating mindfulness and concentration. Practice simple, smooth wholebody movements that can improve your quality of life when added to your daily routine.

PEA 4095

$169 | mandatory fee: $20

38738 Thu 12-1 p.m.

*No class on Jul 7.

Karla Groesbeck May 12-Jul 21*

TRI

Reset Your Lower Back and Hips

Yang Tai Chi and Qigong

Improve your posture, balance, walking, running and more. You will restore healthy coordination between your lower back and hips with the Feldenkrais Method® movement patterns in this class.

No matter your age or fitness level, the practice of meditation and mind-body exercise can bring you tranquility and improve your flexibility, balance, motor skills and mental focus. Reduce stress and increase vitality through these natural and compelling movements. Various qigong sets will be shared. We will practice yangstyle short forms and long-form 108.

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Dale Jensen

$45 Tue 10-11 a.m.

WEB

May 3-24

PEA 4171

Reset Your Upper Back, Neck and Shoulders Modern life can leave us with quite a bit of tension and dysfunction in our neck and shoulders. You will learn gentle, functional movement patterns to relax and restore your neck and shoulders using movement patterns from the Feldenkrais Method®.

HSC 4454 38749

Dale Jensen

$45 Tue 10-11 a.m.

Jun 7-28

WEB

Karla Groesbeck

$169

38740 Fri 12-1 p.m.

*No class on Jul 8.

May 13-Jul 22*

WEB

Tennis, Anyone?

Work directly with a group trainer at Chippewa Racquet Club to learn the rules of tennis. You’ll also learn techniques for handwork and footwork, stance, basic strokes and grips.

PEA 4125

$139 | mandatory fee: $90

Katherine VanDeWege

Tai Chi Chuan for Beginners

38691

Tue 8-9:30 a.m.

Jun 7-Jul 26

CHI

Is tai chi chuan an exercise for health and relaxation, or a martial art?

The answer is both. In this beginner Yang-style class, you’ll learn techniques to promote relaxation of the mind and body, centering, better balance, concentration and improved health. Tai chi chuan may also facilitate academic, intellectual and conceptual learning.

38692

Thu 8-9:30 a.m.

Jun 9-28

CHI

PEA 4005 38617

$165 | mandatory fee: $20 Wed 6-7:15 p.m.

Stephen Harrigan May 11-Jun 29

TRI

Trail Walks 101 Trail walking builds muscles, boosts your brainpower and increases the release of happiness hormones. At the first class, you will learn online how to stay safe on the trail, what to wear, what to bring and where to go. The next classes will include a series of four trail walks. The final class will be a review of personal accomplishments and your path for continuing fitness.

PEA 4018

Jim Nelson

$89

38642 Sat 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

*No class on May 28.

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Trail Walks 2.0 If you have trail walking experience or want to expand your fitness skills, join this class. After an online introductory class, we will walk four different five-mile trails, providing you with a holistic second step to increase your mind, body and spirit fitness.

PEA 4018 38643

Jim Nelson

$125 Sat 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

MAI

Jul 2-30

WELL-BEING Planting Seeds of Creativity Do you secretly dream of becoming an artist, writer or musician?

Has your creative spark faded beneath the demands of daily life?

Guided by the insights of innovative painters, dancers and entrepreneurs, learn ways to cultivate your creativity at home, at work and in the community. Your goals can range from to composing poems to inventing recipes to launching podcasts. With simple practices, you will kindle original ideas and discover the mental, emotional and biological benefits of engaging imaginatively with the world. By planting seeds of creativity, you can transform dormant dreams into empowering energy.

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Robin Goldberg

$39

38808 Wed 6-7 p.m.

*No class on May 18.

WEB

May 4-25*

Real Colors: Temperament and Communication With roots in the Myers-Briggs test, real colors is a comprehensive, user-friendly, science-based temperament tool. In this class, you will complete a temperament test and learn how different temperaments communicate and see the world. Each class will focus on different aspects of the colors (orange, blue, green and yellow), provide in-depth understanding of each temperament and how they reach and respond in different contexts of life. Come learn more about yourself, and best practices for communication and connection with others.

HSC 4444 38822

$79 | mandatory fee: $20 Tue 6-8 p.m.

Andrew Marsh

MAI

May 10-31

Building upon the beginning mindfulness instructions, this class will deepen your understanding of mindfulness. The intention is to help develop a more stable sitting practice and to take these skills out into daily life by investigating the habits of your mind and emotions. This will help move you in the direction of freeing yourself from the entanglements of your mind and allow you to live the life that you long for.

38686

$65 Wed 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

This class will teach you a sequence of specific hand positions for self-treatment of long Covid symptoms. Self-care is an important component for long-term healing and Reiki supports healing.

Using these self-placed hand positions, we will cover the nervous system, brain, lungs and organs, with an emphasis on the kidneys.

Anyone can learn to self-treat with Reiki to help balance and restore on multiple levels. When we balance, we begin to shift into rest and recovery mode, and the body can then restore itself. Very simple. Profoundly effective.

HSC 4446

Sat 12-1:30 p.m.

May 7

MAI

38816

Sat 12-1:30 p.m.

May 28

MAI

Help Yourself with Self-Hypnosis Do you want to understand more about the science behind hypnosis and learn the techniques to engage the mind, body and emotion? You will learn about research from academic sources as well as popular practitioners to support your practice. Come learn and practice self-hypnosis techniques in this workshop. Find the power to change you!

38659

Conrad Welsing

$59 Mon 6-8 p.m.

Jun 6-20

MAI

Medicinal Plants: An Herbal Wellness Kit Join us in discovering the nourishing flora around us. Learn how to identify, harvest and prepare some of these plants to create a first aid salve. We’ll discuss a variety of methods used in herbal wellness and how you can cultivate plants of your own.

Bilha Rivlin May 25-Jun 29

WEB

HSC 4051 38689

wccnet.edu/noncredit / 734-677-5060

Dona Duke

$29

38815

HEC 4430

Deepening Mindfulness Meditation

SYM 4009

Reiki Self-Treatment for Long Covid

$49 | mandatory fee: $15 Sun 9-11 a.m.

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this class. The instructor welcomed all questions.

Best of all, the dishes were delicious!

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FOOD AND DRINK

— Class participant, Syrian Cooking

Great Rosé Wines for Summer Increasingly Americans are joining Europeans in making dry and off-dry rosé their wines of choice for the summer months. Learn about and taste the great variety of these wines from around the world.

CUL 4097 38747

$45 | mandatory fee: $20 Thu 6-9 p.m.

David Creighton

MAI

Jun 16

Learn how to make a specialty hummus with a ground beef and pine nuts topping, seasoned with Syrian spices. We will also make a regional type of tabbouleh made with white and red cabbage and tossed in pomegranate molasses and olive oil. We will round up our meal with falafel served with tahini sauce.

38621

$45 | mandatory fee: $30 Thu 3-6 p.m.

Jinan El-Khatib

DIX

Jun 9

Central Syrian Lunch

38620

38619

$45 | mandatory fee: $30 Thu 3-6 p.m.

$45 | mandatory fee: $30 Thu 3-6 p.m.

Jinan El-Khatib May 12

DIX

Knife-Sharpening Demystified Nothing is more satisfying than working with a truly sharp kitchen knife. Learn a simple series of steps to bring your knife’s edge to shaving sharp. While we will focus on kitchen knives, we will also learn how to apply the same principles to other tools. We will be demonstrating with a variety of different knives, but work with your knives from home to perfect your skills.

CUL 4098

These dishes are a specialty of the central Syrian region. We will start with Swiss chard lentil soup, then pan-fry zucchini and parsley ajjeh (frittata) with a yogurt dip made of roasted eggplant and garlic, and a ground beef tomato sauce. We will enjoy a nourishing farmer salad on the side.

CUL 4157

Come explore the delicious flavors of Syria, made completely meatless, but still full of flavor! We will prepare a tasty eggplant dish in a minty tomato sauce with a side of red tomato bulgur and a tasty cucumber yogurt. We will finish it off with a sinful almondfused milk pudding.

CUL 4157

Syrian Appetizers

CUL 4157

Vegetarian Syrian Dinner

$45 | mandatory fee: $25 (Jun 7 only)

MI Folk School

38710

Tue 7-9 p.m.

Jun 7

MIF

38711

Tue 7-9 p.m.

Jul 12

WEB

Jinan El-Khatib May 26

DIX

TRAINER PROFILE

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A Syrian-born chef who moved to the United States in 1981, Jinan El-Khatib earned her culinary arts degree at WCC in 1990. Later, she traveled to France to further her training in French pastries.

Syrian foods and French pastries and cakes were specialties at Exotic Bakeries, the restaurant she and her husband opened in 1991. Now retired, El-Khatib’s students benefit from her more than 30 years of experience at her WCC cooking classes.

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Rustic Italian Cooking

NEW RECIPES

Savor the secrets of rustic Italian cooking in this series!

You’ll receive recipes, training and tips from an experienced Italian chef to make memorable menus with dishes that will make family and friends exclaim buono!

Spring Soups 38662

May 4

CUL 4044

DIX

$45 | mandatory fee: $30

Pizza from Naples and Rome 38663

May 11

DIX

CUL 4044

$45 | mandatory fee: $30

Frittata Three Ways 38667

38664

May 18

DIX

CUL 4023

$45 | mandatory fee: $30

A Taste of Southern Italy: Sorrento-Style Supper

$45 | mandatory fee: $30

Homemade Sausage

CUL 4044

DIX

$45 | mandatory fee: $30

May 25

38666

Jun 1

$45 | mandatory fee: $30

CUL 4044

DIX

$45 | mandatory fee: $30

Chicken Scaloppine

CUL 4044

DIX

$45 | mandatory fee: $30

38669

Jun 15

Jul 13

Summer Salads CUL 4024

DIX

38665

DIX

Pickled Vegetables and Marinated Olive Oil 38668

A Taste of Northern Italy: Gnocchi and Ragu, Bolognese-Style

Jun 8

CUL 4044

38670

Jul 20

CUL 4044

DIX

$45 | mandatory fee: $30

Seafood and Vegetables on the Grill 38671

Jul 27

DIX

CUL 4044

$45 | mandatory fee: $30

All classes are taught by Francesca Giarraffa, and meet on Wednesday evenings, 6:00pm–9:00pm.

Middle Eastern Grilled Shawarma Learn how to make restaurant-style shawarma at home! You’ll learn how to prepare grilled chicken breast, marinated in a lemongarlic sauce, combined with garlic spread, tahini sauce, and crisp vegetables; all wrapped in Syrian bread. We will finish with knafeh, a deliciously sweet cheese dessert.

CUL 4157 38622

$45 | mandatory fee: $30 Thu 3-6 p.m.

Jinan El-Khatib Jun 23

DIX

Learn the secrets and the spices that create the world-renowned barbecue dishes: shish kebab, shish tawook and beef kefta. Our meal will include pepper bread, eggplant babaghanouj and a fresh fattoush salad.

38623

$45 | mandatory fee: $30 Thu 3-6 p.m.

Come explore the fantastic flavors of Syria as you learn how to make hearty and easy-to-make, Syrian-style stuffed pies. In this class, learn how to make the dough and a variety of stuffings, including spinach, beef, chicken and cheese pies!

CUL 4157 38624

$45 | mandatory fee: $30

Jinan El-Khatib

Thu 3-6 p.m.

DIX

Jul 21

Earth Oven Workshop

Middle Eastern BBQ

CUL 4157

Middle Eastern Baking: Savory Pies

Jinan El-Khatib Jul 7

DIX

Acquire knowledge on how to build your own low-cost, wood-fired oven from clay, sand, straw and water. Earth ovens bake like expensive commercial wood-fired ovens while costing a fraction of the price. They serve beautifully for making breads, pizza and just about anything you can bake or roast using radiant, conductive and convection heat. Built out of unfired clay, they can be handsculpted into beautiful works of art that become wonderful additions to any backyard or patio. You will build a miniature working model that you can take home for a truly hands-on experience.

HEC 4167 38709

$109 | mandatory fee: $15 Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

MI Folk School Jul 22

MIF

Classes offered in partnership with MI Folk School

wccnet.edu/noncredit / 734-677-5060

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Heirloom Flowers The old-fashioned flowers our great grandmothers loved to grow were colorful, fragrant and hardy, and just as perfect for today’s gardens. You’ll discover some forgotten plants and rediscover old favorites as you learn about flowers grown in southeastern Michigan in the 1860s. You’ll find out everything you need to know to grow these flowers, plus fun facts about Victorian planting styles and flower meanings. We’ll also touch on items popular in seed catalogs in the late 1800s.

HEC 4715 38648

Monica Milla

$35 Wed 6-8 p.m.

MAI

May 18

GARDENING

HISTORY AND CULTURE

Build Your Own Rain Garden

Introduction to Genealogy: Part II

During a good rain or winter melt, some homes are hit with thousands of gallons of water that can quickly build momentum and cause flooding and drainage issues, sometimes washing out gardens and flooding basements. What is the solution? The permaculture approach to rain gardens. Get the skills to design and build rain gardens that accept stormwater runoff, recharge your groundwater, provide habitats and food for wildlife (including bees and butterflies), and add a nearly maintenance-free, aesthetically pleasing garden installation to your yard for very little money.

Do you need a little more help with your research? Join this class with a focus on investigating court records, vital records, brick walls and helpful websites.

HEC 4107 38708

MI Folk School

$49 Tue 7-9 p.m.

WEB

May 3

Container Gardening: A Plant in Every Pot

38649

Monica Milla

$35 Wed 6-8 p.m.

May 11

38694

MAI

Mon 6-8 p.m.

WEB

May 2-23

This class will focus on finding the slave holders and researching your African American family history beyond 1870. Open to anyone who has taken an introductory genealogy class before or needs a little help with their African American research.

38701

Omer Winborn

$89 Mon 6-8 p.m.

Jun 13-27

WEB

Using Genetic Genealogy with Your Family History Explore the popular trend of DNA testing for individuals in an easyto-understand casual presentation. You will explore the options and further work necessary to make your testing results even more worthwhile. Discussion and examples of current offerings are key components of this class.

HSC 4394

Gardening for Our Feline Friends

Omer Winborn

$139

African American Genealogy 2

SOC 4001

Find out everything you need to know to grow flowers or vegetables in containers! Container gardens are great for small spaces and areas with poor soil. Whether you want to brighten your porch or balcony with some seasonal flowers, grow some herbs for cooking or harvest your own vegetables, there’s a container for you. You’ll learn how to choose containers (including cheap and creative options), soil and soil amendments and how to arrange, water and care for your plants.

HEC 4375

SOC 4150

38660

Conrad Welsing

$59 Tue 6-8 p.m.

Jul 5-19

MAI

Want to grow some plants, on the windowsill or outdoors, for your cat to enjoy? Plants that kitties like are easy to grow and care for, and attractive, too. You can create an entire cat garden, add an area for cats into an existing garden, or create an indoor smorgasbord of treats. You’ll learn about 18 plants that cats are drawn to (including their preferred growing conditions), how to grow them in the yard or indoors year-round, and what non-plant features to add in the garden for cats.

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Monica Milla

$35 Wed 6-8 p.m.

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Register online: wccnet.edu/noncredit

ART THROUGH THE AGES SERIES Art is the visual expression of the human experience. Artists throughout the ages have been products of their times and visionaries. This richly illustrated art history series explores the relationship between art and culture. Each class is self-contained. Choose your favorites, or enroll in all of them.

ART through u the AGES u Prehistoric

ART through u the AGES u Renaissance

What sets humans apart from animals is, among other things, the making of art. In this class, we will explore the beginnings of art making from the well-known cave paintings in France and Spain dating back to 40,000 BCE, to the little-known prehistoric temple architecture of Gobekli Tepe in Turkey, dating back to 10,000 BCE.

Follow the money, and you will see where the development of the arts progressed. The rise of a new merchant class in Italy brought forth a new class of patrons and shifted the focus from the sacred to the secular. The Renaissance is not only the rebirth of classical antiquity, but also the birthplace of an unparalleled number of artistic geniuses such as (Leonardo, Raphael and Michelangelo) who created art often considered the pinnacle of Western art.

ART 4020 38795

Elisabeth Thoburn

$15 Mon 6:30pm – 8:30pm

ART through u the AGES u Greece

May 23

WEB

38799

and Rome

Western arts and culture stand on the shoulders of the achievements of Greece and Rome. In this class, we will compare Greek and Roman art as expressions of their cultural values and their political and social structures. We will focus on the treatment of the human body and compare two of their bestknown architectural examples: the Parthenon in Athens and the Colosseum in Rome.

ART 4020 38796

Elisabeth Thoburn

$15 Mon 6:30pm – 8:30pm

ART through u the AGES u Middle

Jun 6

WEB

38797

$15 Mon 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Elisabeth Thoburn

WEB

ART through u the AGES u Byzantium

ART 4020 38798

$15 Mon 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Elisabeth Thoburn Jun 20

WEB

WEB

Elisabeth Thoburn

Mon 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Jul 11

WEB

Century

Where there is action, there is reaction. The arts of the 18th century reflect tumultuous times. The Industrial Revolution, political revolutions and the Enlightenment create conflict.

Rococo, Romanticism, Neoclassicism and Realism all vie for a seat at the table, each with a different agenda, each with different artistic styles, sensitivities and subjects.

ART 4020

Elisabeth Thoburn

$15 Mon 6:30pm – 8:30pm

ART through u the AGES u 19th

Jul 18

WEB

and 20th Centuries

The pace of life is picking up. The revolutions of the 18th century brought social and political changes, and the arts did not lag behind. Long-held artistic rules are no longer binding. The Impressionists open the door to the 20th century where anything seems possible. We will explore the spirit of the times, and see how the giants of this era (Manet, Monet, Renoir, Toulouse-Lautrec and many others) are both powerful individual artists, and part of a new artistic movement.

ART 4020 38802

wccnet.edu/noncredit / 734-677-5060

Jun 27

$15

ART through u the AGES u 18th

38801

Even though the Roman Empire collapsed in the West, it continued for another 1,000 years in the East. This class will explore how the Roman Empire managed to reinvent itself as the Byzantine Empire in the East, exporting artistic forms from Pagan Rome and merging them with Christianity, thereby creating a spectacular and unique mix of art.

Mon 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Historical events can have a significant impact on the developments of the arts. It was the Protestant Reformation that changed the course of history and among other changes, brought the Renaissance to an end. Three powerful classes of patrons emerged (royalty, church, middle class) in this postReformation era and began to shape the subject matter of the arts and imbue art and architecture with new emotional fervor.

Art becomes a propaganda tool.

38800

Jun 13

Elisabeth Thoburn

$15

ART through u the AGES u Baroque

ART 4020

Ages

The collapse of the Roman Empire created a political vacuum in Western Europe. We will see how Europe shifts to a new era, condescendingly called the “Dark Ages” and explore the bright spots of that time, in particular the activities surrounding the building of Gothic cathedrals. We will follow Christian art from the catacombs below ground to the glory of St. Peter’s Cathedral.

ART 4020

ART 4020

$15 Mon 6:30pm – 8:30pm

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WEB

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MOTORCYCLE SAFETY WCC offers basic rider, returning rider and advanced rider classes.

• New riders: Learn to ride and earn your endorsement in the basic rider class where you’ll ride WCC’s motorcycles.

• Experienced but unlicensed riders: Earn your endorsement in this one-day returning rider class where you’ll ride your own motorcycle.

• Licensed and experienced riders: Enhance your skills with the advanced rider class where you’ll ride your own motorcycle.

Class tuition for each is only $50.

Motorcycle safety classes receive funding from an annual grant from the Michigan Department of State.

Michigan’s motorcyclists provide the money for the grant funding via fees on their motorcycle operator endorsements and license plates.

2030 Agenda: Localizing the SDGs Sustainable development is a term we often hear in the news, but what does it mean? The economic, social and environmental dimensions of development are the theoretical bedrock for the sustainable development goals (SDGs) established through the United Nations framework. Get an introductory overview of SDGs and how they relate to local community issues.

ECO 4020 38650

Dawn Nelson

$39 Tue 6:30-7:30 p.m.

MAI

May 3-24

Brazil: History, Customs and Cuisine This class brings interesting facts about the Brazilian culture and a general view of its history. It also compares Brazilian and American eating habits and food preparation. Recipes are included.

HUM 4015 38693

Rosangela Lawrence

$99 Thu 6:30-8:30 p.m.

MAI

May 12-26

Tarot Card Reading for Beginners Discover how to use the imagery and symbolism of tarot to discern personal beliefs. Learn about card meanings that many say impact our lives. We will use the Lenormand deck to support insight, with a perspective about one’s past, present and future. The explicit nature of these cards makes their meaning easy to decipher. We will review the history of cartomancy and the multitude of card reading decks available.

HOB 4031 38658

Conrad Welsing

$59 Wed 6-8 p.m.

MAI

May 4-18

SEWING Introduction to Millinery Learn the basic skills and history of this age-old craft. Create numerous styles and shapes in many different mediums for all seasons.

Develop techniques to mold, shape and style a straw or felt hat on a wooden hat block and finish it off by hand or machine sewing.

HEC 4208 38712

$135 | mandatory fee: $60 Thu, Fri 6-9 p.m.

MI Folk School Jul 21 & 22

MIF

Sew a Swimsuit Bag Bring your own sewing machine and use provided supplies to create a small swimsuit or wet bag! Just in time for summer, this is the perfect way to stash a wet swimsuit or use as a reusable lunch bag. Both washable and waterproof, this quick project is likely to be a summer favorite that can be used year-round.

HEC 4278

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38812

$49 | mandatory fee: $10 Sat 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Heather Reed May 21

MAI

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Personal Enrichment

Home and Life COMPUTING AT HOME An Introduction to Google Drive and Docs In this class, you will learn how to use your Gmail account to access your free service from Google that allows you to store files online and access them anywhere on any of your mobile devices.

Google Drive also gives you access to free web-based applications for creating documents, spreadsheets, presentations and more. Learn how to upload and create files, view, manage and organize them in the interface.

CIS 4047 38675

Denise Swope

$109 Tue, Thu 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Jul 12 & 14

WEB

Advancing in Google Docs and Drive Master the fundamentals of creating, formatting and sharing documents, spreadsheets, presentations and forms with Google Drive.

Get tips on organizing and searching and using the many features available through this platform.

CIS 4056 38676

Denise Swope

$189 Tue, Thu 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Jul 19-Aug 4

WEB

Computer Basics 4: Advancing Your Skills Make your PC work perfectly for you after this class! You’ll learn how to find and install new apps from the Windows store and customize your display preferences and account settings. Find out how to backup and restore Windows in case of computer failure and recover missing files. Use multitasking to switch between applications, become more effective in browsing and managing files and folders with File Explorer, increase your browsing skills with Edge, and work with email, contacts and calendars. You’ll feel comfortable with Windows 10 after learning more skills and mastering techniques.

CIS 4074 38716

Denise Swope

$189 Tue, Thu 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

May 17-Jun 2

WEB

Introduction to SketchUp Create 3D models and drawings with this SketchUp class for beginners. Gain a foundation for drawing and design. Learn how to create floor plans and other modeling that can be used for a wide variety of applications.

CIS 4088 39225

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Your smartphone is the most accessible camera you have. You always have it with you, it fits in your pocket, and it doesn’t require any manual adjustments before you can take a photo. Even if you own a nicer camera, you still use your smartphone to capture unexpected photo moments. Join this class to learn how you can create a scrapbook to save and share your memories with family and friends.

CIS 4087 38674

Denise Swope

$189 Tue, Thu 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

WEB

Jun 14-30

Outlook Basics Unlock Outlook’s potential and learn how to use it to full capacity.

You’ll explore how to navigate Outlook’s mail, contacts, calendar and tasks.

BOS 4460 38673

Denise Swope

$109 Tue, Thu 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Jun 7 & 9

WEB

Detroit Drones

$79 Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Creating a Digital Scrapbook with Your Smartphone

Jun 4

WEB

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DIY HOME REPAIR Basements: From Cellar to Family Retreat Want to renovate your basement but don’t know where to begin?

This introduction to basement remodeling will show you how to move your project forward.

CON 4036 38677

Steven Bredernitz

$39 Thu 6:30-8:30 p.m.

May 12

MAI

Home Improvement and Preventative Maintenance Protect your investment by learning the nuts and bolts of home maintenance. Explore everything from ways to assess a problem, how to determine whether you have the skills to fix it, and which tools to use for particular tasks. Examine seasonal checklists, safety issues, plumbing, electrical, basic caulking techniques and basic maintenance. You’ve insured your home, now ensure that it will continue to provide you shelter, comfort and enjoyment for years to come.

CON 4565 38678

Steven Bredernitz

$59 Thu 6:30-8:30 p.m.

May 26 & Jun 2

MAI

PERSONAL FINANCE Financial Peace University Do you look forward to the day where you can achieve financial freedom? Most of us do, but there is hope! Learn how to best use your money and stay out of debt with the Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University. You’ll utilize the Ramsey program, but also work alongside a trainer and fellow classmates to work individually on your financial goals.

FIN 4034

Steven Bredernitz

$149

38809 Tue, Thu 6:30-7:30 p.m. & Wed 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Jun 7-30 Jun 29

MAI

Financial Power: How to Dump Debt, Build Wealth and Take Charge of Your Money How we manage our money is a topic that makes many of us uncomfortable. Often, because we’re embarrassed, we hesitate to seek help. In this class, you’ll learn how to take a proactive, intentional approach to financial goal achievement as well as how to “create” money by becoming mindful of your spending habits.

FIN 4005 38685

Are you curious about how your home’s wiring system works?

Would you like to know how to safely replace a light switch, outlet or light fixture? Learn the ins and outs of wiring from a licensed builder. You’ll explore safety practices, common types of wiring, including phone and coaxial cable, how to replace fixtures, switches and outlets and recommended materials.

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$39 Thu 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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Jul 21 & 28

MAI

Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning

DIY: Electricity 101

CON 4059

Ellen Abramson

$49

Jul 21

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Learn about the basics of estate planning, including wills, trusts and powers of attorney from a practicing attorney. Explore ways to transfer your property outside of probate, and gain the knowledge necessary to decide what estate plan is right for you.

LAW 4015 38661

Virginia Cardwell

$65 Tue 7-8:30 p.m.

May 10-24

MAI

MAI

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Personal Enrichment

Languages Learning a new language is fun and allows you to communicate with people from other countries.

It also opens your mind to different cultures and viewpoints, enhances your understanding of the world and can even improve your cognitive functions.

Want to “talk the talk?” Visit wccnet.edu/noncredit.

Intro to Conversational Medical Spanish Focus: Learn basic and intermediate medical terminology and phrases for health care interactions and procedures.

SPN 4004

Gregorio Melean

$289

38680 Mon 6:30-8:30 p.m.

*No class on May 30, Jul 4.

May 9-Jul 25*

MAI

38681

Focus: Continue practicing beginner and intermediate vocabulary and grammar while expanding on common phrases.

Gregorio Melean

$289

38682 Tue 6:30-8:30 p.m.

*No class on Jul 5.

May 10-Jul 19*

MAI

Focus: Take on additional vocabulary, grammar and useful expressions.

38683

$229 Wed 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Gregorio Melean May 11-Jun 29

“The instructor did an

excellent job of explaining grammar, syntax and culture to the class.

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— Class participant, Conversational Spanish: Level 4

Sat 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

May 14-Jul 16

MAI

Conversational Spanish: Level 4 Focus: Build beginning and foundational vocabulary, including greetings, home and household, colors, time and dates.

SPN 4006 38684

Gregorio Melean

$289 Thu 6:30-8:30 p.m.

May 12-Jul 14

MAI

MAI

Focus: Enhance intermediate listening and comprehension skills using multiple tenses.

GRM 4050

Petra Beierling

$289

38736 Sat 9-11 a.m.

*No class on May 30, Jul 4.

May 7-Jul 23*

WEB

Russian for Travelers Focus: Develop basic vocabulary for greetings, food and dining; common travel phrases and culture.

RUS 4004

$289

38698 Sat 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

*No class on Jun 18.

Natalia Alexandrova May 7-Jul 16*

WEB

Russian for Travelers (Short Session) Focus: Develop basic vocabulary for greetings, food and dining; common travel phrases and culture.

RUS 4004 38629

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Gregorio Melean

$289

German Level 3: Intermediate Conversation

Conversational Spanish 3: Part A

SPN 4003

Focus: Improve listening comprehension and word structure for those who can already hold a basic conversation.

SPN 1000

Conversational Spanish 2A: Phrases for Daily Life

SPN 1050

Conversational Spanish: Level 1

$169 Sat 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

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SUMMER TECH CAMPS INNOVATE • MOTIVATE • COLLABORATE

Make Your First Video Game

Code Breakers

If you love playing video games, this is the camp for you! Make your first video game in this one-of-a-kind class that shows you the keys to designing your first 2D platformer game. Conceptualization, play experience, level design, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we’ll explore. No prior experience necessary, just a desire to have fun. Games are only compatible on PC computers. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.*

Calling all future coders, programmers, and designers. Learn the basics of coding languages like HTML, JavaScript and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day, and be on your way to becoming the next tech star. Whether you want to be a silicon valley CEO or a high school student who just made $1 million dollars for programming at home, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. If you are a returning student, you can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.*

Ages 7–10 CIS 4052 38719

WCC Trainer

$225 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Jun 13-17

MAI

38720

CIS 4062 38721

Ages 11–14 CIS 4052

Ages 7–10

WCC Trainer

$225 Mon-Fri 1-4 p.m.

Jun 13-17

MAI

In this Black Rocket classic, you will go well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2D game design classes and create an immersive 3D world. You will learn the physics behind 3D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, controlling the flow of gameplay, and storytelling. Projects are only compatible with Windows devices.*

Ages 7–10 CIS 4052 38730

WCC Trainer

$225 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Aug 22-26

MAI

Ages 11–14 CIS 4052 38731

WCC Trainer

$225 Mon-Fri 1-4 p.m.

Aug 22-26

Amazing Micro-bit Camp

Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

WCC Trainer Jun 27-Jul 1

MAI

Ages 11–14 CIS 4062 38722

Make Your First Video 3D Game

$225 | materials fee: $10

$225 | materials fee: $10 Mon-Fri 1-4 p.m.

WCC Trainer Jun 27-Jul 1

Minecraft Modders

MAI

Ages 7–10

Customize your own Minecraft world and mod the classic game in this class. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mods. You will create a wide variety of new elements, gameplay mechanics and world-generating mods to change the way you play Minecraft. You must own a Java version of Minecraft to take this class. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible. If you are a returning student, you can create more advanced projects that build on your previous years.* CIS 4058

WCC Trainer

$225

38723

Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Jul 11-15

MAI

38724

Mon-Fri 1-4 p.m.

Jul 11-15

MAI

MAI

Ages 11–14

Learn block coding as you program your own self-driving robot car! You will use drag-and-drop programming to create a variety of fun projects, including a small robot car complete with ultrasonic and line following sensors.

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$325 | mandatory fee: $50

Square One

38732

Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Jun 27-Jul 1

MAI

38733

Mon-Fri 1-4 p.m.

Jun 27-Jul 1

MAI

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Register online: wccnet.edu/noncredit

Future U • Summer Tech Camps for Youth Minecraft Redstone Engineers

ROBLOX Makers

Customize your own Minecraft world and mod the classic game.

Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mods.

You will create a wide variety of new elements, gameplay mechanics and world-generating mods to change the way you play Minecraft.*

Unlock the power of ROBLOX® Studio, the world creation tool used by real-world ROBLOX developers! Learn how to build 3D models and create an adventure in your ROBLOX world. Bring characters to life with unique animations you design.*

Ages 7–10 CIS 4058 38725

CIS 4312 WCC Trainer

$225 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Jul 25-29

MAI

Ages 11–14 CIS 4058 38726

Jul 25-29

Ages 6–14

$249 | mandatory fee: $30 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Jul 11-15

Ages 11–14 38717

Heather Reed

CIS 4312

MAI

38728

Bring your own machine and join the fun of learning this valuable skill. Practice safety, basic techniques, and professional touches while exercising creativity. Choose from a sampling of small projects for various sewing styles that develop construction techniques and problem-solving skills. Leave the week with confidence, an armload of success, and lots of fun ideas!

38729

$249 | mandatory fee: $30

Heather Reed Jul 25-29

Introduction to Drones

MAI

Ages 11–14

Join us for a week-long, deep dive into the world of drones! Learn about the history of drones while gaining hands-on experience with a drone simulator. You’ll also have a chance to work with modeling using a 3D printer. At the end of the week, you will walk away with a mini remote-control drone to continue your learning at home.

HOB 4028 38727

$299 | mandatory fee: $40 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Mon-Fri 1-4 p.m.

MAI

Jun 20-24

Ages 7–10

CIS 4312

Mon-Fri 1-4 p.m.

WCC Trainer

$225

Discover the Lua language through a visual block coding system while designing worlds in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This new class combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! Young entrepreneurs will also learn how to navigate ROBLOX’s fast-growing marketplace to publish their games.*

Ages 8–16

38814

MAI

Jun 20-24

WCC Trainer

$225 Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

MAI

Aug 1-5

Ages 11–14

Spool School: Machine Sewing Camp

HEC 4276

Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

MAI

Discover this surprising art form and gain skills that will last you a lifetime! Each day will introduce a new project to expand creativity and engineering skills. Learn to use simple tools and materials in exciting new ways. Leave the week with an armload of accomplishments and a simple sewing kit.

38813

WCC Trainer

$225

ROBLOX Coders and Entrepreneurs

Spool School: Hand Sewing Camp

HEC 4277

38718

CIS 4312 WCC Trainer

$225 Mon-Fri 1-4 p.m.

Ages 7–10

WCC Trainer

$225 Mon-Fri 1-4 p.m.

MAI

Aug 1-5

Jumpstart Your College Essay Ages 15–18 Have you been meaning to start your college application essays all summer? What do those questions mean? Where do you even start, and how do you fit it all into the word count? This college application essay boot camp prompts you to sit down and get it done. Using timed writings and discussion, we will inventory your high school experiences, analyze application essay questions, write a good first draft and discuss editing techniques. You will need a laptop, notebook and pen.

ENG 4012 38633

Frances Wang

$59 Sat 1-3 p.m.

Aug 20 & 27

WEB

Detroit Drones Aug 1-5

MAI

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Policies/Information Class Drop/Refund Policy: Drops are accepted up to the start of the first class. No refunds are given, for any reason, once the class starts. Mandatory fees will only be refunded if a class is dropped at least 72 hours prior to the start of the first class. Request a drop from a class: • If you registered online or in person, contact our offices at 734677-5060 or ecdevelopment@wccnet.edu.

• If you registered by mail, include your full name, address, class title, class number and class ID, and send your request to Division of Economic and Community Development, ML 104, Washtenaw Community College, 4800 East Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800.

Cancellations: Washtenaw Community College reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a class that does not meet minimum paid enrollment. Participants will be notified of cancellations via email or phone.

Mandatory Fees: Some classes require additional fees for

supplies or materials. These are noted in the online class details.

All mandatory fees must be paid at the time of registration.

Check the website for the most up-to-date fee information.

Location and Parking: A majority of classes are held on

the main campus of WCC. The locations of off-campus classes are in the class details. Parking on campus is now easier than ever with the new, centrally located parking structure. For additional parking info and directions, visit wccnet.edu/about-us/visiting.

What Is a CEU? A CEU (continuing education unit) is a national measurement unit. One CEU equals ten classroom or equivalent hours and is used to record, transfer and recognize participation in noncredit classes.

Mailing List Statement: Please note every effort is made to remove individuals or businesses that have requested, in writing, to be deleted from Washtenaw Community College’s mailing lists and/or database. WCC obtains mailing lists and data from many sources and cannot guarantee you will be eliminated from every mailing.

Location Index CHI Chippewa Tennis and Swim Club DIX Dixboro United Methodist Church

MAI

Main Campus

MIF

MI Folk School

TRI Trinity Lutheran Church

Emeritus Scholarship: In order to be granted emeritus

status, you must bring your driver’s license or state-issued photo ID to Student Connection on the WCC campus by January 1, 2022, to confirm that you are 65 years of age and have in-district residency status.To register online with the scholarship, please contact our offices at 734-677-5060, and we will apply the scholarship to your tuition for noncredit classes. Please note that the emeritus scholarship does not cover mandatory class fees.

Nonprofit Agency Scholarship: This scholarship

provides payment for tuition (only) of agency-approved Economic and Community Development noncredit classes.

Submit an application each semester for each class you plan to attend. You must complete all items on this checklist to qualify: 1) You must be a permanent employee of a nonprofit agency (permanent position) in Washtenaw County; 2) Submit the nonprofit agency scholarship application, complete with supervisor-approved class(es) and signature, 10 business days before start of class; 3) You must attend all class sessions and complete all class requirements. If the class is not successfully completed, you (or your agency) may be billed for the full tuition amount of the class and/or have your scholarship discontinued; 4) You must submit your completed application form with a copy of your agency’s 501(c)3 documentation no later than 10 business days before the start of class.

Information/application: Go to wccnet.edu/workforcedevelopment, or contact Eric Penrose at epenrose@wccnet.edu or 734-677-5027.

Accreditations: • Washtenaw Community College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411, 800-621-7440, ncahlc.org. Contact 734-973-3300 for information about Washtenaw Community College.

• Washtenaw Community College’s Economic and Community Development Division is a certified provider of CEUs accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) which is recognized internationally as a standard of excellence in instructional practices.

WCC Board of Trustees

ADA/EEO/Title IX/Section 504 Compliance Statements: Washtenaw Community College does not discriminate on the basis of religion,

William G. Milliken Jr., Chair Angela Davis, Vice Chair Ruth A. Hatcher, Secretary David DeVarti, Treasurer Christina M. H. Fleming, Trustee Dr. Richard J. Landau, Trustee Diana McKnight-Morton, Trustee

race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status as provided for and to the extent required by federal and state statutes, nor does the college discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. WCC is committed to compliance in all of its activities and services with the requirements of the Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Public Act 453, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Public Act 220, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Employment compliance inquiries should be directed to the VP of Human Resources, Room BE120 in the Business Education Building, 734-973-3497. Facility access inquiries should be directed to the VP for Facilities, Grounds and Campus Safety, Room PO112, Plant Operations Building, 734-677-5322. Title IX or ADA/504 inquiries related to programs and services should be directed to the VP for Student and Academic Services, Room SC247, Student Center Building, 734-973-3536.

Title II Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act Compliance Statement: The Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security

Rose B. Bellanca, Ed.D., WCC President WCC is a smoke-free campus.

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Act of 1990 is a federal law that mandates the disclosure by all institutions of higher education of the rates of graduation, the number of incidents of certain criminal offenses, the type of security provided on campus, the pertinent policies regarding security on campus and policies that record and deal with alcohol and drug abuse. WCC is in full compliance and provides information annually through various means, including college publications, wccnet.edu or email. Inquiries concerning the Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act should be directed to Washtenaw Community College, Office of the Vice President for Student and Academic Services, Room SC247, Student Center Building, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800, 734-973-3536.

If you have a disability and require accommodation to participate, contact Learning Support Services (LSS) at 734-973-3342 to request accommodations at least 72 hours in advance.

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Questions? 734-677-5060

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• Only registrations accompanied by full payment will be processed.

• No credit card payment options are available for mail-in registration.

• To find classes, click All Classes on the Browse menu to select a subcategory.

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SUMMER CAMPS A fun platform for kids ages 7–14 to explore and develop skills.

Video Game Design • Minecraft Intro to Drones • Roblox Rockstars Sewing • Essay Writing • and more see page 36

Professional Development / Personal Enrichment Find your class at wccnet.edu/noncredit