Winter 2019 Workforce Development/Community Enrichment Catalog

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Winter 2019 Classes

POWER UP YOUR SKILLS Certified Fiber Optic Technician 16 Beginning Modern C# and .NET Development 12 Certified Internet of Things (IoT) Practitioner 16 Cybersecurity Programming 16 Self-Injury: Hurting or Comforting Oneself 20

Workforce Development / Community Enrichment Find your class at wccnet.edu/economic-development

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Noncredit classes from Washtenaw Community College are an avenue for you to explore your potential and pursue your passions.

There are over 300 classes to choose from including 30 brand-new ones this semester. Our top-notch trainers are subject matter experts from the community that bring practical experience to the classroom.

Whether you’re looking for classes to upgrade your skills for career advancement, satisfy professional requirements or you’re ready to branch out with a new hobby, WCC offers the classes to help you grow your knowledge and build your skills. Simply follow the easy steps to register for classes in the back of the brochure.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Beginning Modern C# and .NET 12 Unity Basics: Maps & Apps 13 Certified Internet of Things (IoT) 16 Cybersecurity Programming 16 Educator’s Page: SCECH 18 Medical Marijuana 20 Self-Injury 20 Fun and Easy Fabric Collage 29 Exploring Scandinavia 30 Savvy Social Security Planning 37 Italian Cooking 38–39 And many more: Look inside.

Register online. It’s easy!

Before registering for the first time, create your account/profile. Details on page 47. wccnet.edu/economic-development

Niko Dawson, Dean

Shelly Zervos, Director

Economic, Community and College Development Division

Community Enrichment and Operations We are certified by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), recognized internationally as a standard of excellence in instructional practices. See pages 8 and 11 for classes with IACET accreditation.

Noncredit Classes Winter 2019

Professional Development

Business Software

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Career Development

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Digital Marketing

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Creative Arts

Web Technologies

11

Creative Writing

HuVACO

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Crafting 26

Construction and Code Compliance

12

Digital Photography

26

Performing Arts

28

Visual Arts

28

Advanced Manufacturing Contract Training

10

IT, Intelligent Transportation Systems and Industry 4.0 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

12

Big Data Analytics

12

Connected and Autonomous Vehicles

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Cybersecurity 13 Fiber Optics

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Internet of Things (IoT)

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Programming 16

SCECH: Teaching and Education

18

Health Care, Human and Social Services

COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Business, Human Resources and Marketing Business 4

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General Interest History and Culture

30

Hobbies and Exploration

31

Health & Wellness

34

Home & Life Computing at Home

36

DIY Home Repair

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Family Matters

37

Fitness

40

Careers and Career Development

20

Food and Drink

38

Ethical and Legal Issues

20

Gardening

39

Health Promotion

20

Sewing

41

Mental/Behavioral Health and Counseling

20

Michigan Folk School

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Older Adult Care

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Entry-Level Employment Business, Career, Human Resources and Tech 22 Health Care, Human and Social Services

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Motorcycle Safety

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Languages

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Senior Focus

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Foundational Skills Foundation Skills Building

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WorkKeys Prep

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Online Learning 7

Adult Transitions Pathways Program

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Customized Training 10 Location Index

Industry-Based Certifications Workforce Certification Center

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Policies & Information 46 How to Register 47

wccnet.edu/economic-development

Professional Development

Business, Human Resources and Marketing

BUSINESS

Critical Thinking and Decision-Making

Advanced Legal Research and Writing Discover advanced and specialized approaches for using the legal resources available in a law library and elsewhere. You will also learn how to formulate Westlaw search queries, and effectively and efficiently use other online and manual legal research methods for legal writing. We will also cover how to find, interpret and use various types of legal authorities, shepardize legal authorities, write a legal analysis and other types of legal writing and draft a memorandum of law and briefcase opinions.

Do you struggle with making a decision because you fear making a mistake? Do you want to know how can you approach work problems in a more thorough and decisive way? If your answer is yes to any of the questions above, this seminar is for you. You’ll receive an introduction to true critical thinking, explore thinking barriers and learn new and creative ideas that solve problems every time.

BMG 1103 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

22174 Fri 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Kimberly Benjamin Apr 12

MAI

LAW 1006 mandatory fee: $729 | CEUs: 5 Center for Legal Studies

Leadership and Coaching Skills

22243 ONLINE: Open Registration

Jan 14 – Mar 1

22244 ONLINE: Open Registration

Mar 11 – Apr 26

As a manager or supervisor, you’re probably responsible for productivity, increasing the motivation and loyalty of your team, as well as dealing with problem employees is a must. This workshop empowers you to be a more effective leader by teaching you the allimportant teambuilding and coaching skills.

Conflict Management and Resolution Conflicts are bound to happen when a diverse group of people come together in a workplace. These can lead to a loss of productivity, unsafe working conditions, and an increase in disciplinary conversations, absenteeism and turnover. Learn how to improve communication, reduce conflict and support your goals and those of your team, department and organization in this workshop.

BMG 1102 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

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BMG 1106 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

22176 Fri 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Kimberly Benjamin Apr 5

MAI

Kimberly Benjamin Apr 5

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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Teambuilding 101: Keys to Being a Better Communicator in the Workplace A powerful and successful company operates at its highest potential and most longevity when employees work with a team mentality, each filling an essential role and fulfilling long-term goals. Attend this seminar to learn what you can do to make sure your team is as strong as it can be for your company.

BMG 1107 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

22177 Fri 9:00am – 11:00am

Kimberly Benjamin Apr 12

MAI

Bookkeeping: Practical Skills for Business Starting your own business? Or maybe you’ve been tapped to do the bookkeeping for your company or organization. Don’t panic!

Here’s where you can learn the basics of general bookkeeping tasks including payroll, inventory, sales, paying vendors, preparing financial statements and more. This is a great place to start if you’re planning to take the QuickBooks class but don’t have an accounting background.

BMG 4082 $115 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6 Kimberly Laughton 21967 Mon, Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Professional Development

Want to start or grow your small business?

Washtenaw Community College is proud to host the Greater Washtenaw region offices of the Michigan Small Business Development Center™.

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SBDC’s core mission is to enhance Michigan’s economic well-being by providing counseling, training, research and advocacy for new ventures, existing small businesses and innovative technology companies.

This coincides with WCC’s mission of working in partnership with the communities we serve.

The MI-SBDC is known throughout Michigan for its quality, no-cost counseling, low-cost training and market research capabilities.

INSTRUCTOR PROFILE

Kimberly Benjamin BUSINESS TRAINER While a student at EMU, Kimberly Benjamin worked in the Career Services Center and found she enjoyed and had an aptitude for helping people launch their careers. That experience planted a seed that grew to a 25+-year career in human resource management at various Fortune 500 companies.

As founder of HR Strategies Plus, LLC, Benjamin now uses her experience to assist individuals and organizations with their HR needs through training, coaching and consulting. She brings boundless energy to her training, which focuses on opening minds to new ways of thinking and doing. Through hands-on activities, small group participation and case studies, she sends people off with a plan of action for implementing what they’ve learned.

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

We can help.

For more information, contact us today.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS:

• Forming Your LLC or DBA: Do It Now! • Know Your Numbers

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Excel 2016: 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 $150 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.8

22009 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

above and beyond to help me understand something that I had struggled with.

Kim Novak

Feb 12 – Feb 21

MOR

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Excel 2016: 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 $150 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.8

22010 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Kim Novak

Mar 5 – Mar 14

Improve Your Effectiveness at Work and in Life Getting Things Done® Training will help you: • Focus on the most meaningful work • Organize information • Prioritize commitments • Create mental space for innovation • Achieve stress-free productivity Friday, March 8, 2019 8:30am to 4:00pm WCC Main Campus Morris Lawrence Building Cost: $360 mandatory fee

— Excel 2016: Level 1 class participant

MOR

Marketing Analytics Using Microsoft Power BI Learn how to use Microsoft Power BI software to effectively present digital marketing data using data visualization. Your ability to decisively move forward on your marketing campaigns, through a better understanding of data sets, will be the end result. Marketing specialists, business strategists, entrepreneurs, those in a career transition or with an interest in marketing and data science will find this class especially appealing.

CIS 4077 $200

22236 Sat 8:30am – 11:30am

Workforce Development Apr 20 – Apr 27

MAI

QuickBooks 2018: Comprehensive Whether you are a new or seasoned user of this financial management tool, this class will give you the support to operate QuickBooks 2018 at full capacity. You will explore the fundamentals and strategies of menu navigation, customization and basic accounting concepts, the chart of accounts, item lists and transactions.

BOS 1019 $325 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 1.8 Kimberly Laughton

21981 Mon, Wed 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Mar 11 – Mar 27

MOR

Software Essentials for the Law Office If you are a legal professional who wants to improve your law office computer technology skills and knowledge, this dynamic class is for you. Software topics include time tracking and billing; proper calendar and docketing procedures, database, case management and docket control, litigation support, electronic discovery, trial presentation and graphics. Hands-on exercises will prepare you to work with MS PowerPoint, PracticeMaster Tabs 3, AbacusLaw, Summation iBlaze, TrialDirector, LexisNexis CaseMap and TimeMap and similar programs. You will also identify and examine the ethical issues of technology use in a legal practice.

BOS 1024 mandatory fee: $729 | CEUs: 5 Center for Legal Studies

Register at: wccnet.edu/gtd-training

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22250 ONLINE: Open Registration

Jan 14 – Mar 1

22251 ONLINE: Open Registration

Mar 11 – Apr 26

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CAREER DEVELOPMENT Personal Injury for Paralegals In this fast-paced class, you will learn the legal terms, causes of action and remedies available to victims of personal injury accidents. We will review the negligence theory of torts (the basis of many personal injury claims), as well as discuss interviewing, investigating and other case-building techniques vital to a personal injury paralegal’s success in a law office.

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LAW 1008 mandatory fee: $729 | CEUs: 5 Center for Legal Studies

22249 ONLINE: Open Registration

Jan 14 – Mar 1

22248 ONLINE: Open Registration

Mar 11 – Apr 26

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 SEO. BMG 1017 $99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6 Damon Thompson

22149 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Mar 12 – Mar 14

MAI

Blogging Best Practices What makes a blogger effective and able to achieve results? Learn what successful bloggers know and which voice and writing style to use for a given audience or demographic. Get tips on the length and frequency of posts that keep people coming back and attract new readers.

BMG 1061 $55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

22150 Tue 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Melanie Hilliard

Mar 19

MAI

Effective Communication on Social Media Are your social media communications bringing the results you want? Make your web presence rich with information and media to effectively promote your product or service. Explore how and where to collect meaningful content that resonates with your target audiences.

BMG 1058 $55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Melanie Hilliard

Feb 7

MAI

22160 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Washtenaw Community College offers hundreds of online classes to help boost your resume with the latest skills and technology employers are looking for.

WCC partners with a select group of highly reputable companies to bring you: • A variety of classes for a wide range of industries • Convenience and flexibility with 24-hour accessibility • The ability to work while you make yourself more marketable

Nothing pays off more than an investment in yourself.

Effective Images for Social Media Dynamic images are key to engaging your viewers, whether your goal is to sell a product, point of view or a company brand. Learn to use images correctly, and get an introduction to several new tools that will help you size, format and create images for all your social media.

For more information, visit

BMG 1016 $99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6 Melanie Hilliard

wccnet.edu/professionaldevelopment-online

22147 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Jan 29 – Jan 31

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T R A T S D L I U B W O R G SINESS

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Effective Email Marketing* Gain an understanding of the key elements of email marketing from building and maintaining contact lists to analyzing the results of a campaign. Learn how to most effectively deliver your messages using this popular marketing tool.

BMG 1081 $55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

22156 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Melanie Hilliard

Mar 13

MAI

Effective Video Marketing Learn how to tell your story, provide useful information and engage your audience. We will analyze videos from successful national campaigns and local favorites, and discuss tips that will help you create value for your viewers.

BMG 1072 $55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Damon Thompson

22154 Tue 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Feb 12

MOR

E-Marketing for Small Business and Nonprofit Organizations* 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 $50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

PITCH @ WCC Come watch entrepreneurs in three categories pitch their business ideas for cash prizes!

THURSDAY, MAY 9 • 6:00PM–8:30PM MORRIS LAWRENCE BUILDING

The EC is open to the public and offers: FREE WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS COWORKING SPACE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

EC.WCCNET.EDU

23623 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Jan 23

MAI

Maximize Your Business Facebook Page Use the power of Facebook to take your current business or nonprofit page to the next level. Explore methods to monitor customer opinions, develop loyalty and establish two-way communication.

BMG 1071 $99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6 Shannon Beeman

22158 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Feb 18 – Feb 25

MAI

Social Media Best Practices* 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.

BMG 1056 $55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

22155 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Jan 28

MAI

734-249-5880

* This class is

IACET-approved.

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Social Media Community Management and Moderating What should you do if there is a negative comment on your website? Should you let people post on your company’s Facebook page? Discover effective techniques for controlling the conversation while allowing people to give you meaningful feedback. You’ll also pick up tips on making location-based services, such as Yelp, work in your favor.

BMG 1059 $55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

22152 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Philip Ingland

Feb 21

MAI

LinkedIn for Your Business Are your products or services of value to the more than 500 million professionals on LinkedIn? Build or tweak your business or organization’s LinkedIn page to optimize positive exposure, drive traffic to your website and increase brand awareness. Explore options for the type of content to draw your target market and how to keep your site fresh.

BMG 1014 $99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6

22148 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Philip Ingland

Mar 5 – Mar 7

MAI

LinkedIn Optimization A great LinkedIn profile allows you to put your best foot forward and build your credibility online, as a business owner or a job seeker. 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, other sole proprietors and job seekers.

BMG 1092 $55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 3

22164 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Shannon Beeman

Mar 11

MOR

Business owners, job seekers and entrepreneurs, kick-start your LinkedIn profile to maximize your networking potential. Discover ways to build a network of quality contacts to achieve your goals.

BMG 1067 $55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman 22161 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Military Tuition Assistance AVAILABLE WINTER 2019

Next Level with LinkedIn

Attention Veterans:

Feb 4

MAI

Get Online Training in High-Demand Areas: Information Technology Medical Assistant • Medical Administration Teamwork • Leadership • Project Management

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 $55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

22165 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Mar 18

MAI

Call for information to get started: 734-677-5060

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WCC CUSTOMIZED TRAINING

Professional Development

Workforce Development

We create training and development solutions that are customized to meet your organizational needs.

Contact us to customize a training for your company in the following areas:

• Advanced Manufacturing • Health Care • Information Technology/Cybersecurity • General Business

Why choose us?

• Organizational Culture and Diversity

• Customized: Choose from a nationally acclaimed curriculum, or we can create a customized solution for your needs.

• Microsoft Office Products

• Flexibility: Receive training at our facilities or at your worksite— where and when it fits your schedule.

• Leadership and Management Training • Project Management • Customer Service

•A ffordability: Our valuable services are cost competitive.

• Expertise: We provide skilled local and nationally known trainers and access to state-of-the-art technology.

• Community: We have hundreds of successful partnerships with local companies.

To discuss options for customized training for your company, contact Raymond Tate, business development manager at 734-973-3681 or ratate@wccnet.edu.

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Washtenaw Community College is a great business partner for any employer.

WCC provided excellent training that was engineered to fit the specific needs of our organization which helped us to accomplish our organizational goals.

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— Kevin Welch, Former Human Resource Director, City of Ypsilanti

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Twitter Tactics for Your Business or Nonprofit 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. You’ll learn how to build a personal page, create a business page, craft effective marketing messages and integrate Twitter with other social media platforms.

BMG 1069 $55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

22162 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Feb 11

MAI

Huron Valley Area Code Officials (HuVACO) Continuing Education Units

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 $169 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 1.2 Damon Thompson

22166 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Mar 26 – Apr 4

MOR

WEB TECHNOLOGIES WordPress: Get Started Looking to create your own blog? WordPress is an open source content management system that allows you to create and manage a custom blog or website without complicated coding. Quickly create a blog for your personal hobby, social organization or business using free widgets to give your blog advanced functionality.

Once your blog is up and running, you will be able to track your viewers and edit pages using a familiar word processing interface.

INP 1011 $169 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 1.2

22151 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Philip Ingland

Jan 15 – Jan 24

MAI

Build on your skills from WordPress: Get Started, as we use the WordPress.org template-driven website format and concentrate on the versatility of its plugins. You’ll learn how to edit themes, choose the best and safest plugins, how to make your WordPress site secure from hackers, the best backup methods and some options for e-commerce. This format is the most popular choice for businesses and nonprofits.

INP 1012 $169 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 1.2 22167 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

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

WordPress for Professionals*

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

Philip Ingland

Feb 6 – Feb 27

* This class is

IACET-approved.

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• Certified Fire Inspectors • Building Inspectors • Plan Reviewers

HuVACO membership is $95 per year.

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

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Professional Development

IT, Intelligent Transportation Systems and Industry 4.0

CONSTRUCTION AND CODE COMPLIANCE MIOHSA: Respiratory Protection Become familiar with the requirements of Part 451, Respiratory Protection (1910.134) including the necessary elements of a written respiratory protection program, MIOSHA interpretations of common questions about the respiratory protection standard and the most common standard violations.

CON 4131 $120

Workforce Development

22029 Thu 9:00am – 4:00pm

Apr 18

MAI

MIOSHA: Human Factor Engineering You will gain a basic understanding of human factor engineering, otherwise known as “ergonomics,” and the implementation of a successful ergonomics program. After defining some key terminology and discussing some background information, we will identify common ergonomic disorders and primary risk factors. We will also cover the elements of an ergonomic program and the importance of implementing a case for one.

FMA 4026 $120

Workforce Development

22031 Tue 9:00am – 4:00pm

Apr 30

MAI

MIOSHA: Supervisor’s Role in Safety and Health This seminar is for both general industry and construction first-line supervisors, safety and health committee members and management personnel. We will cover employee safety and health training, accident investigation, hazard recognition and self-inspection techniques. You will also receive tips on methods to integrate health and safety into your daily duties and responsibilities. Using MIOSHA General Industry and Construction Standards and its written programs as a baseline, you will receive suggestions to improve your safety and health hazard recognition skills.

FMA 4001 $120

22028 Wed 9:00am – 4:00pm

Apr 10

MAI

Explore the factors that affect culture and how they impact safety performance. Management leadership commitment and employee involvement are the most critical components of an effective safety and health management system. The data, examples, case studies and activities to illustrate best practices will help you improve your company’s safety culture.

FMA 4025 $120

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Build your understanding of the C# language and .NET Core Framework to create robust cross-platform applications. You will initially become familiar with the different .NET technologies and Visual Studio 2017. You’ll then write code that makes decisions, repeats a block of statements, converts between types and handles errors. You will also learn about .NET Core, its class library assemblies, and packages of types in .NET Standard that allow your applications to connect existing components to perform common practical tasks. Additional topics include making your own types, reading and writing to databases, using Extensible Application Markup Language and building web applications using Microsoft ASP .NET Core MVC. CPS 4007 $350 | mandatory fee: $150

Workforce Development

22265 Mon, Tue, Wed 8:00am – 5:00pm

Apr 8 – Apr 10 MOR

BIG DATA ANALYTICS No-Code Predictive Analytics Using Azure Machine Learning Studio This workshop, a must for business analysts, business intelligence developers and managers, gives you an introduction to the world of predictive analytics. The Microsoft Azure Machine Learning Studio gives you this with collaborative, drag-and-drop capabilities on your browser, all without coding.

CIS 4084 $300 | mandatory fee: $149

22219 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

Workforce Development Mar 9 – Mar 23

MAI

Workforce Development

22027 Wed 9:00am – 4:00pm

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MIOSHA: Understanding and Improving Your Safety Culture

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CONNECTED AND AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES Unity Basics: Maps and Apps This entry level class introduces you to the basic concepts of map application development in Unity. At the conclusion of this class, you will be able to add, modify, and manipulate “Scenes,” “GameObjects,” audio, and augmented reality (A/R) features in an application. Additionally, you will be able to explain the design process, color choices, marketing considerations, and publishing processes for an application. The capstone project is an augmented reality app that runs on a Smart Phone and incorporates map data from WRLD3D.com.

ATT 4078 $150

26722 Mon, Wed*

*See website for class time

Workforce Development Mar 4 – Mar 14

ATT 1000 $50

Workforce Development

22101 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

CYBERSECURITY .Net Developer Security

Investigate some of the techniques in development for determining a vehicle’s position within its environment. You will receive an introduction to some of the more common methodologies that are solving this challenge by employing a combination of devices and algorithm techniques.

Explore the necessary skills for entry-level employment as an intelligent transportation systems field technician. You’ll learn about the technologies to build, maintain and repair ITS infrastructure. You’ll also receive training in dedicated range communication safety messages, and gain a broad understanding of ITS and automotive communication networks.

MAI

Automated Vehicle Localization Techniques

ATT 1002 $30

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Field Technician

Receive a solid foundation in .NET security features that include code access security and .NET cryptographic technologies. Gain an understanding of secure coding best practices to help you build more secure applications in .NET. CIS 4266 $300

Workforce Development

22179 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Workforce Development

22221 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Note: Classes on this page include free access to Lynda.com training resources.

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Automotive Developer Security

Database Developer Security

Arm yourself with the knowledge and skills to deploy security through the development process. Master securing embedded code, threat modeling, key management, encryption of sensitive data and securing communication channels.

Identify the fundamentals of secure database development and the common database attacks that can cause significant loss to organizations. You will learn about platform-specific, secure coding best practices.

CIS 4273 $300

CIS 4269 $300

Workforce Development

22181 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Workforce Development

22187 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

C/C++ Developer Security

Embedded Architect Security

Establish a thorough grounding in application security concepts with specific C/C++ coding and implementation practices.

This class, the first of two training classes, teaches you the best practices for the design of secure software within embedded systems.

CIS 4267 $300

Workforce Development

22183 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

CIS 4257 $300

Cloud Developer Security Develop a clear understanding of the possible risks and threats of cloud computing. You will discover aspects of “big data,” cloud computing characteristics, service models, deployment models and regulatory requirements, as well as AWS, Azure and other platform-specific, secure coding best practices.

CIS 4262 $300

Workforce Development

Workforce Development

22209 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Embedded Developer Security This second of two training classes provides you with a grounding in application security concepts, with special attention to coding with embedded systems.

CIS 4263 $300

Workforce Development

22189 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

22185 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

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I T, I NTEL LI G ENT T R ANSPORTAT ION SYST E MS A N D IN D U S TRY 4 . 0

If you are responsible for embedded software testing, quality assurance or verifying and assuring application security, this class will provide you with an understanding of applied techniques and a well-rounded base of knowledge to perform your tasks.

Explore best practices in the design of secure software. Ensure that you are providing and managing the strategic direction and integrity of your organization’s IT architecture with the right capabilities to meet business needs.

Workforce Development

22193 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Java Developer Security Develop a thorough grounding in Java application security concepts. Learn to recognize and remediate common Java web software security vulnerabilities and specific Java, JRE and J2EE constructs, including core implementation practices.

CIS 4264 $300

Workforce Development

22195 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Mobile Developer Security Gain an understanding of how to identify common mobile application risks, use mobile application development best practices, create a mobile application threat model and apply platform-specific knowledge to iOS and Android.

CIS 4261 $300

Workforce Development

22197 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) Developer Security This class provides you with the tools to secure systems that transmit, process or store cardholder data.

CIS 4271 $300

CIS 4274 $300

Workforce Development

22203 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Security for Software Architects Learn how to apply secure software architecture best practices to the requirement, design and implementation phases of your software development lifecycle.

IT Architect Security Curriculum Part 1: Core

Bolster project management efficiency by building security upfront into the software development life cycle.

Workforce Development

22191 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

CIS 4259 $300

Professional Development

Project Manager Security

Embedded QA/Test Security

CIS 4277 $300

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Workforce Development

CIS 4258 $300

Workforce Development

22211 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Systems Leadership Security Develop a comprehensive baseline of application security knowledge to lead application development and design projects. You will get an overview of secure architecture, mobile development, cryptography, security risks and remediation.

CIS 4276 $300

Workforce Development

22213 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Test/QA Security Arm yourself with the knowledge and skill you need, as a software tester or quality assurance professional, to ensure and verify application security. You will receive special emphasis on applied testing techniques and how to meet compliance requirements.

CIS 4278 $300

Workforce Development

22215 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Web 2.0 Developer Security Equip yourself with the information to understand, avoid and mitigate the risks posed by web vulnerabilities. Gain a detailed background on the most common and recent attacks against webbased applications, such as cross-site scripting attacks and cross-site request forgery attacks. Learn platform-specific secure coding best practices, including coverage of HTML5 and AJAX. CIS 4268 $300

Workforce Development

22217 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

22199 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

PHP Developer Security Improve your understanding of risk analysis, cryptography and other important topics about secure PHP-based web application development.

CIS 4272 $300

Note: Classes on this page include free access to Lynda.com training resources.

Workforce Development

22201 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

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“Great hands on

IOT AND IIOT

experience. Michael was very knowledgeable.

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FIBER OPTICS

Certified Internet of Things (IoT) Practitioner Gain hands-on experience assembling a prototype IoT device and using software development tools. This class is for IT professionals with baseline skills in computer hardware, software support and development who want to learn how to design, develop, implement, operate and manage Internet of Things devices and related systems. Previous experience in electronics assembly and programming are not required. This class prepares you to take the Logical Operations Certified Internet of things (IoT) Practitioner exam (Exam ITP-110).

CPS 4009 $650 | mandatory fee: $200

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 explores the overall spectrum of testing and maintenance of single mode fiber optic networks and provides a detailed overview and demonstration of various pieces of equipment for testing and maintenance.

CIS 4082 mandatory fee: $675

23592 Thu, Fri 8:00am – 5:00pm

BDI DataLynk Feb 14 – Feb 15

MOR

Workforce Development

22262 Wed, Thu, Fri 8:30am – 4:30pm Mar 16, 23, 30

MAI

PROGRAMMING Cybersecurity Programming This class is for software developers, testers and architects who design and develop software in various programming languages and platforms including desktop, web, cloud and mobile. Improve your ability to build and deliver security and privacy in software.

CPS 4008 $400 | mandatory fee: $150

Workforce Development

22261 Wed, Thu, Fri 8:30am – 4:30pm Apr 3 – Apr 5

MOR

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 mandatory fee: $675

23593 Sun, Sat 8:00am – 5:00pm

BDI DataLynk Feb 16 – Feb 17

MAI

Programming in C# Enrich your programming skills to create Windows applications using the C# language.

CIS 4227

Workforce Development

23616 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3

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.

Receive an introduction to HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript and gain basic programming skills.

CIS 4081 mandatory fee: $700

BDI DataLynk

23591 Mon, Tue, Wed 8:00am – 5:00pm Feb 11 – Feb 13 MOR

CIS 4229

Workforce Development

23617 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

CIW JavaScript Specialist This class teaches developers how to use JavaScript language features to design client-side, platform-independent solutions, and understand and use the most popular applications of JavaScript.

These specialized web language skills can help you begin or grow a career in advanced web development and technologies.

CIS 4253 $399

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Recruit Top-Notch Talent from WCC The Career Services team at Washtenaw Community College offers numerous ways to connect employers with talented, employment-ready candidates. We partner with you to: • Create personalized recruiting strategies • Connect you to a diversity of talented students and alumni • Showcase your opportunities by posting jobs on Career Connection, WCC’s FREE online job portal • Expand your outreach with on-campus recruitment at career fairs and information tables • Develop internship programs • Provide training via internship and co-operative (co-op) education opportunities

Make sure you’re recruiting the right talent.

Contact the Career Services team today 734-677-5155 / careers@wccnet.edu

Build Your Network

2019 LUNCHEON SERIES | March 28, 2019 The Economic Outlook University of Michigan economists Donald R. Grimes and Gabriel Ehrlich Become a member and stay current on economic news and trends, and network with leaders in the community.

For membership and event registration visit: washtenaweconclub.org

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SCECH: Teaching and Education

Solving Classroom Discipline Problems 1 Do you long for a peaceful and orderly classroom? Discover a step-by-step approach to effective, positive classroom discipline.

SCECH 1021 $99 23607 ONLINE: Open Registration

Ed2Go

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.

Solving Classroom Discipline Problems 2 Deal effectively with serious discipline problems and help even your most challenging students. Discover how to use a new research-based six-step approach to solve severe and chronic discipline problems including bullying, fighting, abusive language, stealing and refusing to work.

SCECH 1022 $99

Empowering Students with Disabilities

Learn powerful strategies for teaching students with disabilities.

Leave with dozens of tips for fostering the reading, writing and math skills of students with special needs, and techniques for helping these learners behave appropriately and make friends in your classroom.

SCECH 1007 $115

Ed2Go

23608 ONLINE: Open Registration

Jan 16 – Mar 8

23612 ONLINE: Open Registration

Learn from the real experts, children with ADHD, how to help those in your classroom control their behavior and succeed in school.

You’ll find out how Kristi controls her behavior, Wanda handles boredom, Harry satisfies his need to move without disrupting class, and Darren aces his homework.

Enhancing Language Development in Childhood

Teachers, parents and caregivers, discover how children learn to process language and become proficient speakers and thinkers.

Learn how to enrich a child’s life by stimulating his or her continued speech, brain and language development in an enjoyable, ageappropriate and natural way.

Teaching Students with Autism: Strategies for Success

Ed2Go

23609 ONLINE: Open Registration

Jan 16 – Mar 8

Get Assertive!

Learn techniques to become more assertive and to talk and behave in ways that will result in a new-found confidence. Find out how affirmations, visualization and new perspectives on yourself and others can change your reactions.

SCECH 1009 $99

Ed2Go

23610 ONLINE: Open Registration

Jan 16 – Mar 8

Response to Intervention: Reading Strategies that Work

SCECH 1017 $99

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Reaching and teaching students with autism and Asperger’s Syndrome requires a delicate balancing act: understanding how their brains are wired, helping them turn challenges into opportunities, and learning to enjoy the rich perspective they bring to the classroom. In this class, we’ll discover the neurobiology behind these disorders and the way it affects students’ behavior, learning, and thinking.

SCECH 1034 $99

23605 ONLINE: Open Registration

Ed2Go Jan 16 – Mar 8

The Creative Classroom Learn how to use creativity to teach reading, writing, visual arts, performing arts, social studies, science, mathematics, and physical and health education. Think beyond the textbook and make your classroom a creative one.

23613 ONLINE: Open Registration

Ed2Go Jan 16 – Mar 8

Ed2Go

23611 ONLINE: Open Registration

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23606 ONLINE: Open Registration

SCECH 1036 $99

Ensure your classroom’s struggling readers get the help and education they need through Response to Intervention (RTI) proactive strategies. RTI’s tiered interventions tackle the toughest literacy problems with flexibility and creativity.

Ed2Go Jan 16 – Mar 8

Teaching Students with ADHD

SCECH 1033 $99

SCECH 1008 $99

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S U B C ATE GO RY

Advanced Teaching Online Learn how to plan, develop and teach an online course. Experience one of the most advanced online classrooms for teachers.

Learn how to create online audio lectures with slideshows.

SCECH 1044 $195

UGotClass/Travis Allison

23656 ONLINE: Open Registration 23657 ONLINE: Open Registration

SCECH 1045 $195

Apr 1 – Apr 26

UGotClass / Dr. Rita-Marie Conrad

23658 ONLINE: Open Registration

Mar 4 – Mar 29

Examine how to build student success through interaction and how to give online learners feedback. You will come away with advanced, practical, how-to tips from one of the foremost authorities on fostering online discussion.

UGotClass / Mary Dereshiwsky

23659 ONLINE: Open Registration

Apr 1 – Apr 26

UGotClass / Kassia Dellabough

23629 ONLINE: Open Registration

Apr 1 – Apr 26

Social Media & Online Tools for K-12 Teachers Learn the latest techniques in developing lesson plans, gain an understanding of classroom management and use your own portfolio to assist in teaching.

SCECH 1054 $145

Fostering Online Discussion

SCECH 1046 $145

Increase your understanding of how your current students learn and what your future students might need. Explore the influence of generational characteristics on learning styles and find out how to help your students learn more.

SCECH 1052 $145

Explore the online instructional environment. Get tips on envisioning, developing and designing your own online course.

Professional Development

Generational Learning Styles for K–12 Teachers

Feb 4 – Mar 1

Designing Online Instruction

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23630 ONLINE: Open Registration

Mar 4 – Mar 29

Substitute Teacher Preparation Understand what is expected of a substitute teacher and how to maximize your value to a school. Discover how to develop a sub notebook, learn the latest techniques in developing lesson plans, gain an understanding of classroom management and use your own portfolio to assist in teaching.

SCECH 1055 $145

UGotClass / David Reilly

Gender in the Classroom

Discover how differently boys and girls learn. Take away tips from research not available anywhere else to help your students learn and succeed.

Using Cell Phones in the Classroom

SCECH 1051 $145

UGotClass

23765 ONLINE: Open Registration

Mar 4 – Mar 29

Managing and Marketing Webinars Boost your success with webinars. Learn the latest techniques for managing and marketing your webinars, including follow-up promotions and generating more leads and inquiries.

SCECH 1042 $195

23652 ONLINE: Open Registration

23631 ONLINE: Open Registration

Mar 4 – Mar 29

Class, turn your cell phones—on! Most of your students have cell phones, and now you can use this valuable tool in your classroom to engage and involve your students more. Come away with a step-by-step plan for enhancing your students’ learning, and your teaching. Discover how to implement cell phones in your classroom from a teacher who has done it successfully.

SCECH 1056 $145

UGotClass / Ryan Moore

23632 ONLINE: Open Registration

Apr 1 – Apr 26

UGotClass / Suzanne Kart Apr 1 – Apr 26

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Health Care, Human and Social Services

ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES Application of Social Work Ethics in Caring for the Elderly Learn how to identify, understand and adhere to social work code of ethics when working with the elderly. Gain an understanding of certain differences and similarities among cultures and belief systems. We will examine different case scenarios and engage in roleplaying and discussion.

CAREERS AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT

HSC 4123 $99 | mandatory fee: $19 | CEUs: 5

Medical Services and First Aid; Part 554 Bloodborne Infectious Disease

Exposure to bloodborne infectious diseases is a significant source of occupational illness. A lack of first aid and medical services can lead to serious physical harm or death. This full-day class explains the requirements of parts 472 and 554 and how to determine if standards cover facilities and employees, It also covers how to prepare a written exposure control plan, and ensure employees receive proper care following an occupational exposure or injury.

CON 4067 $120

Workforce Development

22030 Tue 9:00am – 4:00pm

Apr 23

MAI

Are you an RN or LPN whose license has lapsed? This class includes supervised practice and testing for the validation of your nursing skills. Subject matters covered include head-to-toe physical assessment, vital signs, medication administration, documentation, surgical asepsis and infection control, safety, including fall prevention, body mechanics and transfers. Upon completion of the class, you will receive a certification of completion. This class meets the Michigan State Board of Nursing requirement for Certification of Skill Competency.

HSC 1049 mandatory fee $320

22259 Mon 10:00am – 4:00pm

Lisa Quaine Feb 4 & Feb 11

MAI

HEALTH PROMOTION

Sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Learn how to change your eating pattern to improve your overall health, energy levels and live your best life. The workshop will help you develop personal nutrition goals, while learning tips for pursuing a lifestyle of healthy choices. You will have the opportunity to ask personal health questions and actively participate.

HSC 1041 $70 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.3

Laura Garrity

Feb 26

MAI

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This class provides information focused on clinical issues, including the types of conditions which can be improved; contraindications for use including possible addictive qualities, legal issues in the workplace and inpatient care for patients with authorization to possess and use medical marijuana.

HSC 1052 $70 | mandatory fee: $15 | CEUs: 0.3

Michael Mogan

Apr 19

MAI

23586 Fri 12:30pm – 3:45pm

Self-Injury: Hurting or Comforting Oneself?

This workshop covers the various aspects of self-injury with a focus on clinical issues. You will learn about its physical and behavioral manifestations, precursors, dynamics, and current thoughts on inpatient treatment for those who self-injure.

HSC 1051 $70 | mandatory fee: $15 | CEUs: 0.3

Michael Mogan

Apr 12

MAI

23585 Fri 12:30pm – 3:45pm

MENTAL/BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND COUNSELING Bullying: From the Classroom to Senior Care

Eat Better, Feel Better

Mar 15

Medical Marijuana: Help or Just a High?

RN/LPN Skills Refresher Class

22172 Fri 9:15am – 3:15pm

Patricia Hall

Bullying has come to the forefront as a national and widespread problem, especially in school environments, including K–12 schools.

Learn the definition of bullying and examine various types. Explore the characteristics of individuals most likely to perpetrate and those most likely to be victims. Learn how to recognize the signs and develop prevention strategies. Understand the role social workers can play in the intervention of bullying in the community or within the school environment itself.

HSC 4328 $70 | mandatory fee: $15 | CEUs: 3

22048 Fri 8:30am – 12:00pm

Apr 12

Michael Mogan

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Duty to Warn: Issues and Legal Requirements for Mental Health Professionals

Personality Disorders: Dramatic, Emotional and Chaotic

Learn about duty to warn and its legal requirements. We will discuss the current statute, confidentiality issues and privileged communication; common approaches to identify duty-to-warn situations, choices for clinician response and issues on reportage.

Assimilate an understanding of Cluster B personality disorders as you learn to identify and handle clients, coworkers and family members with a personality disorder. Discover methods for managing the tactics of these individuals, the pervasive effects of their incidents on others, and the difficulties of preserving one’s own lifestyle and priorities. A self-inventory and assessment of victims and examination of types of substance abuse found in those with personality disorders will be among our topics.

HSC 4371 $65 | mandatory fee: $15 | CEUs: 3

22006 Fri 12:30pm – 3:45pm

Michael Mogan

Jan 11

MAI

Improvisation for Connection and Healing

HSC 4363 $120 | mandatory fee: $19 | CEUs: 6

Michael Mogan

Discover the benefits of using improvisation techniques in the practice of social work and other health professions in order to assist clients with greater flexibility, resilience and coping.

Feb 8

MOR

HSC 4401 $60 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.5 Workforce Development

23618 Wed 7:00pm – 8:30pm

Jan 9 – Jan 23

MAI

Pathological Internet Use: The New Addiction Do you know how to identify and treat internet addiction? Given the recent recognition of this disorder, therapists often feel unprepared to properly treat the problem, and in our technology-driven culture, symptoms of internet addiction are easy to mask. Join us to learn strategies for its diagnosis, assessment and treatment.

HSC 1048 $60 | mandatory fee: $15 | CEUs: 3

22004 Fri 8:30am – 11:45am

Michael Mogan

Jan 11

MOR

22007 Fri 8:30am – 3:30pm

“The presenter is

very knowledgeable, engaging, and presents materials in a way that makes it relevant.

”

— Personality Disorders class participant

Requirements and Accredited Hours:

For additional information about class prerequisites, requirements and supplies, and for complete information regarding the accredited clock hours for nurses, social workers, play therapists and other professionals, please visit wccnet.edu/economic-development.

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Ready to Work

Trauma-Based Treatment: Turning Pain into Hope

Entry-Level Employment

The emotional and behavioral effects of childhood trauma can last a lifetime in many profound ways. Explore the signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of childhood trauma in adults, and learn about current treatment modalities. A must for practitioners working with clients who show depression, anxiety and other disorders.

HSC 4039 $120 | mandatory fee: $19 | CEUs: 0.6 Michael Mogan

22008 Fri 8:30am – 3:30pm

Mar 8

BUSINESS, CAREER, HUMAN RESOURCES AND TECH

MAI

Essentials of Audio Video Technology

OLDER ADULT CARE Examining Eldercare Neglect as an Expert Witness Explore why adverse events, such as a nursing home resident wandering off or suffering an injury while under facility care, can occur and how to prevent them. Through analysis of case studies, learn how risks develop and identify practical solutions to prevent neglect. You will learn from an expert in the field who can share his many years of eldercare expertise witness work. Patient advocates, nursing home ombudsmen, legal nurse consultants, health care educators, attorneys, social workers and others with an interest in policy change and resident safety will benefit from this class.

HSC 4379 $70 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.4

Lance Youles

Apr 5

MOR

22173 Fri 12:45pm – 5:00pm

Examine different types of abuse, evaluate risk factors and protective factors, discuss common abuser profiles, and understand when and where to report elder abuse. Mental health professionals, human service workers, law enforcement personnel and health care providers who interact with the elderly will benefit from this class.

23619 Fri 9:00am – 12:30pm

Apr 26

Patricia Hall

MOR

Recognizing Dementia, Delirium and Depression Along with the increased longevity of adults in the baby boom generation comes a significant challenge for anyone who works with older adults. Learn to recognize and accurately assess dementia, delirium and/or depression, conditions that often present with similar symptoms but require different plans for intervention and treatment.

HSC 4226 $65 | mandatory fee: $15 | CEUs: 3

22171 Fri 8:30am – 12:00pm

Feb 22

CIS 1019 mandatory fee: $325

22218 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

Neil Gudsen Feb 9 – Mar 30

MOR

Legal Secretary Whether you’re a new or experienced secretary, this fast-paced online program will help you improve your skills and work more efficiently in the law office. You will study legal terminology, legal process, written communications including letters, filing procedures, billing, accounting and more.

LAW 1007 mandatory fee: $729 | CEUs: 4.2 Center for Legal Studies

Recognizing and Reporting Elder Abuse

HSC 4304 $55 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 3

Join us in this introductory class to prepare for the InfoComm AV technologist certificate and employment as an entry-level audiovisual technician. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of the science and technology of basic networking, audio, visual and audio-visual systems integration. Set your path for advanced training, certification and professional advancement opportunities in the AV industry.

Patricia Hall

22246 ONLINE: Open Registration

Jan 14 – Mar 1

22247 ONLINE: Open Registration

Mar 11 – Apr 26

HEALTHCARE, HUMAN AND SOCIAL SERVICES Certified Personal Trainer Class Get all the important information to start an exciting successful career as a certified personal trainer. This class consists of 15 hours of lecture on biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, equipment use, and health assessment. There are also 15 hours of hands-on practical training labs.

HSC 4399 $760 | mandatory fee: $35 | CEUs: 3.3

22011 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

*No class on Mar 9.

Feb 2 – Mar 16*

WITS

MAI

MOR

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Ready to Work Medical Billing and Coding Certificate Program Develop skills to perform complex coding and billing procedures.

You will learn CPT (introduction, guidelines, evaluation and management), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology and laboratory), ICD-10 (introduction and guidelines) and basic claim processes for medical insurance and third-party reimbursements. You will also discover how to find services and codes in the CPT, ICD10 and HCPCS manuals.

HSC 1350 mandatory fee: $1,899 | CEUs: 8

CCI

22012 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:30pm & Sat 9:00am – 3:00pm

MAI

Feb 5 – Apr 11

Dialysis Technician Certificate, Online Receive the information to perform as a dialysis technician through this online program. You’ll learn about kidney dialysis machines, how to prepare dialyzer reprocessing and delivery systems and maintain equipment.

HSC 1037-OL mandatory fee: $1,299 | CEUs: 5

CCI

22017 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Dialysis Technician Program This 50-hour program provides you with the knowledge and skills to perform the duties of a dialysis technician. Under the supervision of physicians and registered nurses, dialysis technicians operate kidney dialysis machines, prepare dialyzer reprocessing and delivery systems as well as maintain and repair equipment. Technicians also work with patients during dialysis procedures; monitor and record vital signs, and administer local anesthetics and drugs.

They may also assist in training patients for at-home dialysis treatment.

HSC 1037 mandatory fee: $999 | CEUs: 5

22016 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:30pm

CCI Feb 12 – Apr 2

MAI

EKG Technician Certification Program Prepare for an EKG technician career and the ASPT electrocardiograph technician exam in the 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.

You will also receive hands-on experience with EKG equipment, chest wall anatomy, 12-lead placement and other clinical practices.

HSC 1034 mandatory fee: $999 | CEUs: 5

22014 Mon, Wed 6:00pm – 9:30pm

CCI Feb 11 – May 1

MAI

EKG Technician Certification, Online This self-paced class prepares you to perform EKGs. You’ll receive information on anatomy and physiology of the heart, medical disease processes, medical terminology and ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, electrocardiography and stress testing. A highly interactive course!

SC 1034-OL mandatory fee: $1,299 | CEUs: 5 H

CCI

Medical Billing and Coding Certification Program, Online This class offers the training to solve insurance billing problems, manually file claims (using the CPT and ICD-10CM, ICD-10PCS and/or the ICD-9 manual), complete common insurance forms, trace delinquent and appeal denied claims and use generic forms to streamline billing procedures. The class covers: CPT (introduction, guidelines, evaluation and management), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology and laboratory), ICD-10 and ICD-9 (introduction and guidelines) and basic claims processes for medical insurance and third-party reimbursements. You will learn how to find service codes using CT, ICD-10/PCS and ICD-9 manuals.

HSC 1350-OL mandatory fee: $1,799

CCI

22013 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Phlebotomy Fundamentals and Certification Become a certified phlebotomy technician in just a few weeks! This program combines online and lab-based training to give you critical thinking skills and hands-on experience. You will perform venipunctures, capillary punctures, and specimen labeling using lifelike arms and class volunteers.

HSC 1014 $549 | mandatory fee: $200 | CEUs: 4.5

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22169 Sat 9:00am – 1:20pm

Feb 9 – Apr 20

MAI

22170 Mon, Thu 5:30pm – 8:30pm

Mar 4 – Apr 22

MAI

Victim Advocacy Training This intensive online class trains and qualifies you to provide assistance to crime victims. Prepare to work in areas such as domestic violence shelters, crisis centers and hotlines, as well as with state and county governments to assist crime victims in progressing through the criminal justice system and toward successful recovery. Class topics include: legal terminology, legal process, legislation regarding victims’ rights, counseling skills ethics, effects of victimization on the victim, victim advocate skills, guardianships and crisis intervention.

HSC 4361 mandatory fee: $729 | CEUs: 5

Center for Legal Studies

22252 ONLINE: Open Registration

Jan 14 – Mar 1

22253 ONLINE: Open Registration

Mar 11 – Apr 26

22015 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

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Foundational Skills Foundational Skills Building This self-paced class will prepare you with the foundational skills to progress to the next stage of your education and professional goals. You will learn math, reading and writing through computerbased lessons that you can accomplish in the classroom or at home.

SKL 000 $149

Workforce Development

22230 Mon, Fri 10:00am – 12:00pm

Jan 28 – Apr 19

HAR

WorkKeys Prep This eight-hour, trainer-led, self-paced class will prepare you to take the appropriate assessments for the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC). Practicing or prospective paraprofessionals can take this class to prepare for their certification exams. The NCRC industry-recognized certification will set you apart from other job applicants and give you an edge in today’s job market.

AAD 4010 $59

Workforce Development

22229 Mon, Fri 10:00am – 12:00pm

Mar 4 – Mar 15

HAR

Find Your Path to Career Success.

Build a foundation with the Adult Transitions Pathways program.

Pathway classes help you increase key academic skills and knowledge for college and career readiness. Instruction is learner-centered and will help you earn critical credentials including GED, Microsoft Office certifications and more.

GED classes include: • Teacher-led instruction • Integrated computer instruction • Individual tutoring • Personal and academic counseling • Student mentors • Free GED and Microsoft testing vouchers • Fast track to college enrollment and completion of the financial aid process • Job readiness skills

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

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Industry-Based Certifications

Enhance Your Career: Get Certified!

With over 600 certifications in numerous industries, the Workforce Certification Center at WCC can help you take your career to the next level.

CompTIA Evaluation Systems (Michigan Test for Teacher Certification) Cisco Systems

Welding Certification Tests on Plate and Pipe

Arkansas Master Electrician W. Virginia / S. Carolina / Florida Contractor’s Licensing Board Certified Professional Midwife (NARM)

Microsoft Office Specialist Microsoft Technology Associate Adobe Certified Associate

Board Athletic Trainer Certification Exam (BOC) & Personal Trainer (ACE) Rehabilitation Nursing Certification Board (RNCB) & Association of Rehabilitation Nursing (ARN) Registered Roof Observer

NATIONAL HEALTHCAREER ASSOCIATION CPT–Phlebotomy Technician Certification

Law Enforcement, Corrections

Salesforce.com Certification AWS Amazon Web Services Council of Development Finance Agencies

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Border Patrol Agent FBI Special Agent

CLA Certifications: Certified Logistics Associates CLT Certified Logistics Technicians

Para Pro Careers in Education Soft Skills Assessment

State of Michigan Motor Vehicle Mechanic Competency Assessments

Michigan Department of Agriculture, Computer-Based Pesticide Exams

WCC Workforce Certification Center Monday–Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm / After-hours and weekends by appointment.

For information, call 734-249-5920 or email workforce-certification@wccnet.edu.

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Creative Arts CREATIVE WRITING 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 $199

Frances Wang

22035 Sun 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Feb 24 – Apr 14

MAI

Writing about Nature and Beyond

Jump-Start Your Memoir Whether you’ve been scribbling poetry in a secret journal or you want to begin a memoir for future generations, it can take time to find your voice and develop the confidence to show your writing to the world. One day and one word at a time, gain tips and tricks to help and inspire you to write from your heart.

ENG 4006 $89

Frances Wang

22023 Sat 9:30am – 12:30pm

*No class on Mar 9.

Mar 2 – Mar 16*

Perfect the craft and discover the joy of writing through essay, memoir, poetry or fiction. You’ll work on a piece that you want to write rather than having assignments. So bring an idea, or a work in progress, so we can develop it together.

ENG 4008 $89

22049 Tue 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Karen Vigmostad Mar 5 – Mar 26

MAI

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Writing from the Heart 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 $89

22032 Sat 9:30am – 3:30pm

Frances Wang Apr 6

MAI

Writing with Style: Finding Your Voice Express yourself through writing. Learn how to begin the writing process and explore your creativity in this hands-on class.

ENG 4004 $79

22025 Sat 1:00pm – 4:00pm

*No class on Mar 9.

Mar 2 – Mar 16*

CRAFTING

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Handmade Books

Adobe Lightroom Classic Introduction

Create a variety of handmade books that build on simple techniques with elegant results. Flutter, accordion-style, pocketbooks and more will inspire you to fill them with special notes and images.

ART 4039 $65

Debra Golden

21953 Mon 4:30pm – 6:00pm Mar 4 – Mar 25

MAI

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Whether you’re an amateur or professional photographer, you’ll wonder how you kept your sanity before Lightroom Classic. Learn how to manage, organize, enhance and correct images. Lightroom Classic works hand-in-hand with Photoshop, Photoshop Elements or as a stand-alone application.

PHO 4023 $139

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Frances Wang

21924 Mon, Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Rosemary Lemons Feb 25 – Mar 6

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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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.

21935 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

relevant, helpful information and also allowed for discussion and questions.

Randal Stegmeyer Mar 19 – Mar 28

MAI

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Digital Cameras 2 Ready to step up your game and learn how to make professional looking 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 as a photographer and the differences between a good photograph and a great photograph.

PHO 4013 $125

21934 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Randal Stegmeyer Apr 2 – Apr 11

MAI

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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.

Introduction to DxO NIK Software

PHO 4018 $125

Simplify advanced editing with this incredible software from Google. Easily create photos you’ve imagined with six powerful plugins for Photoshop, Lightroom or Aperture. Make precise edits quickly using point technology to selectively touch up your photos without using complex masks or selections.

CIS 4071 $95

21923 Mon, Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Rosemary Lemons Feb 11 – Feb 13

MAI

Photoshop Elements offers the full-blown power of Photoshop software at a fraction of the price and learning curve. Work with images from digital cameras or scanners. Correct color, change tonal values, repair damaged or less-than-perfect photos, use layers and prepare images for the web and email. Use the organizer to locate, view and catalog your images so you can easily find them.

PHO 4016 $249

21922 Mon, Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

*No class on Jan 21.

Rosemary Lemons Jan 14 – Feb 6*

MAI

Randal Stegmeyer Mar 16 – Mar 23

21936 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

MAI

Photoshop Level 2: Intermediate Explore intermediate tools and commands for improving the quality of photographic images, including adjustment layers, selections and collage techniques.

PHO 4019 $125

Photoshop Elements: Introduction

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“The teacher gave

Digital Cameras 1

PHO 4012 $125

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Randal Stegmeyer Mar 30 – Apr 6

21937 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

MAI

Photoshop Level 3: Advanced Learn how to use cutting-edge image optimization and digital imaging techniques. Explore the advanced use of adjustment layers, painting with masks, combining photos, sharpening techniques and soft proofing.

PHO 4020 $125

Randal Stegmeyer

21938 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

Apr 13 – Apr 20

MAI

Photoshop: Camera RAW

Additional Photography Classes • Essential Elements – page 42 • Study in Light – page 42

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 in all three of Adobe’s photo software programs: 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 $125

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Randal Stegmeyer

21933 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

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Community Enrichment Ukulele for Beginners 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.

MUS 4006 $139

21957 Sat 1:00pm – 2:30pm

David Swain Jan 26 – Mar 16

MAI

VISUAL ARTS Acrylic Painting: Animals in Acrylic Develop your skills in painting with acrylics as we focus on animals.

Learn how to paint fluffy fur, delicate feathers, sparkling eyes and more.

ART 4028 $325

Debra Golden

PERFORMING ARTS

Guitar for Beginners

Acrylic Painting: Open Studio

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

In a supportive and inspiring environment, open studio allows you to work on projects of your choice with guidance from the trainer.

Increase your painting skills and expand your understanding of color, composition and brush handling.

MUS 4020 $139

David Swain Jan 26 – Mar 16

21956 Sat 11:00am – 12:30pm

MAI

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

MUS 4105 $175

David Swain Jan 29 – Mar 19

21958 Tue 6:30pm – 8:30pm

MAI

21952 Tue 6:30pm – 9:00pm

ART 4028 $325

21950 Mon 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Debra Golden Feb 4 – Apr 22

MAI

Whether you’re a beginner or advanced painter, you’re sure to enjoy this class where you’ll paint subjects from domestic to the exotic. We’ll begin with painting animal silhouettes and simpler forms, then move on to detail and texture techniques. You’ll also have the opportunity to paint a favorite pet.

21951 Sat 12:30pm – 3:00pm

Debra Golden Feb 2 – Apr 20

MAI

Drawing in Color

In this class, you will learn basic, fun songs on one string and play for the class. You will also get an introduction to basic music reading and writing, chords and strumming.

Create realistic color drawings using professional-grade colored pencils. You’ll work with water-soluble colored pencils, graphite, pastels and other media if you want to combine mediums. You will explore different drawing surfaces, colorless blenders and solvents. Many demonstrations and encouraging one-on-one guidance will help improve your technique and stimulate creativity.

MUS 4125 $89

ART 4012 $219

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Animals in Watercolor: Painting Fur, Feathers and More

ART 4017 $325

YOUTH ON CAMPUS

Feb 19 – Mar 26

Steven Somers

22272 Tue 4:30pm – 6:00pm

Jan 15 – Feb 26

PAR

22273 Tue 4:30pm – 6:00pm

Mar 12 – Apr 23

PAR

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23577 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Barbara Goodsitt Jan 12 – Feb 23

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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Fun and Easy Fabric Collage Learn to create one-of-a-kind wall hangings, and more, with colorful fabrics using scissors, iron-on fusible web and some clever ideas. Cut simple shapes and combine with beads and ribbons, if you like, to create a lovely composition you can hang on the wall, the window or even wear. Any sewing is optional as the emphasis with collage is to cut and glue. Trainer will bring in examples to show and fabric to share.

ART 4504 $125

22233 Wed 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Debra Golden Mar 6 – Apr 3

MAI

Mixed-Media Watercolor Explore art-making strategies using mixed media (combinations of traditional and experimental art materials) to design unique and detailed art. Discover how to create backgrounds, textures and layering styles on a variety of surfaces. Apply your own creativity to your work, while learning some valuable techniques that will help you express yourself.

ART 4502 $325

22026 Tue 4:00pm – 6:00pm

*No class on Apr 16.

Debra Guidot-Allen Jan 8 – Apr 23*

23603 Wed 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Community Enrichment Jan 16 – Mar 6

VISUAL ARTS TRAINER For Debra Golden, art is more than a vocation. It’s a life-giving passion to be shared. “Art communicates something of who we are as individuals and a culture and reaches out to our hearts as well as our minds,” says Golden. “It allows me to express myself without the limits of language.”

Having taught art since she was in graduate school, Golden’s students experience that passion. She nurtures students to grow as artists to levels they didn’t expect possible. Through hands-on activities, demonstrations and individual feedback, students are encouraged to find their own style as their inner artist emerges.

Understanding the Elements and Principles of Art

Discover the basics of working with mixed media including materials, composition, different ways to make an image and incorporating found objects. You’ll explore and enjoy a whole new genre of art with both trainer-led demonstrations and hands-on experimentation.

Debra Golden

MAI

Two-Dimensional Mixed Media for Beginners

ART 4070 $159

INSTRUCTOR PROFILE

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Gain an understanding of the elements and principles of art to help you with your art creation. Develop a foundation of an artist’s visual language and vocabulary and learn how to use them in your compositions.

ART 4079 $295

Debra Guidot-Allen

22024 Mon 4:00pm – 6:00pm Jan 14 – Apr 29*

*No class on Jan 21, Feb 18, Apr 22.

MAI

Watercolor: Landscapes

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encouraging and not judgmental. She worked with all levels of ability.

She is so talented!

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Do you admire the elegant and accessible medium of watercolor?

Yearn to create watercolor landscapes using a variety of techniques? Discover and review watercolor foundations: composition, color, line, light, shadow, form and texture using photographs or prints to create vibrant, beautiful landscapes.

ART 4057 $295

Debra Guidot-Allen

22033 Wed 4:00pm – 6:00pm

*No class on Mar 27, Apr 17.

MAI

Watercolor: Open Studio 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 $325

Debra Guidot-Allen

22034 Thu 4:00pm – 6:00pm

*No class on Apr 18.

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General Interest

Understanding the Great Lakes

HISTORY AND CULTURE Historic Women of Michigan Michigan women have played an important role in the state’s history. From the early abolitionist and suffrage leaders to the first women politicians and activists, women such as Laura Haviland, Sojourner Truth, Martha Griffiths, Olga Madar and Millie Jeffries are inspirations to all of us. Take a brief look at some of the women in the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame.

HST 4005 $39

HST 4011 $89

22047 Thu 7:00pm – 9:00pm

22228 Sat 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Feb 23

MAI

Get an introduction to tried-and-true ways to travel the historic cities and charming villages of Italy. Explore selecting a destination, where to stay, transportation, packing and health precautions. By the end of class, you will have the necessary information to begin planning your own Italian adventures.

HUM 4018 $39

Community Enrichment

21925 Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

MAI

Mar 7 – Mar 14

MAI

Enjoy a photographic journey of Scandinavian islands, coasts, buildings and design centers in several major cities in Finland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway. You’ll learn about Scandinavian human and natural histories, birds and wildlife, ancient castles and seaports, and Scandinavian architecture and design including that of renowned Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto.

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Exploring Scandinavian Islands and Architecture

HUM 4022 $99

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Karen Vigmostad

Beverly Fish

Strolling the Streets of Italy’s Cities and Towns

Have you ever wondered how the Great Lakes were formed, why their water levels go up and down, whether they are healthy and who studies and manages them? Come learn about the largest lakes of the world, and what makes our Laurentian Great Lakes so special. Concepts such as resilience, eutrophication, and tipping point will be woven into a review of each lake with photographs, facts and stories of the people working to protect the lakes. You’ll find out how and why they have been damaged, the legal binational structure to repair and protect them and what you can do to help them.

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22232 Thu 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Karen Vigmostad Apr 4 – Apr 25

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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Beyond Your DNA: Next Steps in Your Genealogy 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 $39

Conrad Welsing

21955 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Apr 16 – Apr 23

MAI

Genealogy 2: Finding African American Roots Whether you’re seeking information about your African American ancestors or want to know more about the human side of America’s slaveholding past, this class will streamline your search. We’ll look at the census, newspaper, church, cemetery, probate, property and other records, as well as migration patterns and laws specific to race.

HOBBIES AND EXPLORATION Ghosts and Demons This class continues where Ghost Hunting 101 left off. Hear about the trainer’s more interesting cases and exorcisms. You will learn the difference between ghost hauntings and demon infestations and be welcome to share your own stories.

HOB 4013 $45

SOC 4150 $109

Mar 9

MAI

Acquire the skills to relax your mind through meditative techniques and exercises, such as visualization, that will help you open your mind to your sixth sense. You’ll gain knowledge of different forms of psychic abilities and how to use protection against negative energies.

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Beverly Fish

22046 Sat 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Mar 23

MAI

very knowledgeable.

Lots of attention was given to the students’ genealogy interests.

Developing Your Psychic Ability

HUM 4013 $39

Mar 4 – Apr 1

“Instructor is terrific and

Beverly Fish

22045 Sat 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Omer Winborn

22022 Mon 6:00pm – 8:00pm

MAI

— Genealogy 2 class participant

The Psychology of Spiritual Growth Explore the wealth of wisdom in the rich and little-known field of spiritual psychology. Examine the journey towards authentic spiritual growth using the writings of Carl Jung, Peggy Wright and Michael Daniels and the theories of psychosynthesis and focusing.

Pairing experiential exercises with profound scholarly readings, we will study the expansive and powerful nature of life, spirit and humanity.

HSC 4392 $115

Lauren Tatarsky

21932 Wed 6:00pm – 8:00pm Jan 16 – Feb 27*

*No class on Jan 23, Feb 6, Feb 20.

MAI

Genealogy 2: Finding Brick-Wall Ancestors Is the one ancestor you can’t locate holding up your family history?

Find that difficult family member by learning different methodologies. Be sure to bring a written description of what’s missing from your search and what you already know. An understanding of basic genealogy is helpful.

SOC 4150 $65

Sharon Brevoort

22038 Mon 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Apr 8 – Apr 29

MAI

WCC offers motorcycle safety training: Basic Rider, Returning Rider and Advanced Rider.

Visit our website for the latest class offerings: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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GENER AL INT E R E S T

Planning a Successful Vegetable Garden The best vegetable garden is the one that takes into account your space, money, time, ability and preferences. This class teaches you what you need to consider to make your vegetable garden a success—well before you sow the first seed or plant the first veggie. We’ll cover how to decide on size, type, location, soil enhancements, what to grow, the tools and growing aides you’ll need, and what tasks you can expect throughout the growing season.

HEC 4214 $29

21959 Wed 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Monica Milla Mar 13

MAI

LANGUAGES Chinese: Level 1 In this introductory class, you’ll have fun and learn to speak Chinese as you explore proper pronunciations, greetings and useful expressions for daily life, people and things. You will also become familiar with the Chinese culture and country, as we cover its history, beliefs, customs and food.

Introduction to Animal Reiki

CHN 4000 $195 | mandatory fee: $10

Learn to treat pets and animals with the Japanese hands-on healing practice of Reiki. This holistic approach and complementary therapy is appropriate for all medical, veterinary and behavioralemotional care. In this class, you will acquire the skills and confidence to give Reiki to pets and animals in your home or shelter settings.

HSC 4377 $49

Dona Duke

21948 Sat 1:00pm – 3:30pm

Jan 5

MAI

21949 Sat 1:00pm – 3:30pm

Feb 16

MAI

Basic Electronics for Arduino How does the popular Arduino family of microcontrollers use alternating current (AC)/direct current (DC) devices? You’ll explore the basics of electronic components and assembly and connection of circuits to an Arduino controller. Some programming knowledge is helpful, but not required.

CIS 4072 $159 | mandatory fee: $80

21946 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Francis Pohs Feb 28 – Mar 21

MAI

With modern day advances in automation technology, it is possible and affordable to include Arduino microcontrollers within your automation scheme. In this class, you’ll explore remote control principles, the necessary electronic technologies, Arduino C++ language, integrated development environmental and controller input/output connections.

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Conversational Spanish 1: Accelerated Learn to carry on a conversation in Spanish in an accelerated format. You will learn proper pronunciations, greetings and useful phrases for daily life as well as how to identify people and things.

SPN 1000 $195 | CEUs: 2

21928 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

*No class on Jan 19, Feb 16.

Gregorio Melean Jan 12 – Mar 30*

MAI

Conversational Spanish 2: Accelerated Accelerate your Spanish conversational skills and earn two CEUs from WCC. Continue perfecting proper pronunciations, greetings and useful phrases.

SPN 1050 $395 | CEUs: 2

21929 Tue, Thu 6:30pm – 8:30pm

*No class on Jan 22, Feb 19.

Gregorio Melean Jan 15 – Mar 28*

MAI

Conversational Spanish 3: Accelerated

Home Automation with Arduino

CIS 4076 $159 | mandatory fee: $80

21927 Wed 6:00pm – 8:30pm

Frances Wang

Francis Pohs Apr 11 – May 2

MAI

Build on your Spanish skills from Conversational Spanish 1 and 2 in this third edition. Develop listening comprehension as a means to increase your conversational skills. Good pronunciation, along with learning phrases of native Spanish speakers, will help you master proper grammatical structures.

SPN 4003 $315

21930 Mon, Wed 6:30pm – 8:30pm

*No class on Jan 21, Feb 18.

Gregorio Melean Jan 14 – Mar 13*

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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Conversational Spanish 4: Accelerated Build on your Spanish skills from Conversational Spanish 1, 2 and 3 in this fourth edition. This class is for the new Spanish speaker that is able to hold a conversation, but needs to improve their listening comprehension and word structure. Walk away from this class a better Spanish speaker and reader!

SPN 4006 $195

21931 Fri 6:30pm – 8:30pm

*No class on Feb 15.

Gregorio Melean Jan 25 – Apr 5*

MAI

French: Level 1 Using various methods, you will get exposure to a wide range of topics including French greetings, expressions and how to identify people and things. You will also become familiar with the French culture and country, history, beliefs, customs and foods.

FRN 4005 $195

21915 Sat 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Susan Wenzinger Jan 19 – Mar 23

MAI

French: Level 2 Have fun while learning more about French grammar, vocabulary and culture. Through a variety of methods, you will expand your knowledge of French greetings, expressions, how to identify people and things and more.

FRN 4015 $195

21916 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Susan Wenzinger Jan 19 – Mar 23

MAI

Italian: Level 1 Learn proper greetings and pronunciations, along with useful expressions for daily life, people and things. You’ll learn about Italian culture and country, its climate, history, beliefs, customs and food.

ITL 4000 $195 | mandatory fee: $15 21944 Tue 5:15pm – 7:15pm

Salvatore Bisaccia Jan 29 – Apr 2

MAI

Italian: Level 2 Build on what you learned in Italian: Level 1. Continue to expand your knowledge of the language as you learn additional vocabulary, grammar and useful expressions. You’ll take a deeper look into the Italian culture and country.

ITL 4005 $195 | mandatory fee: $15 21945 Tue 7:15pm – 9:15pm

Salvatore Bisaccia Jan 29 – Apr 2

MAI

Japanese: Level 1 Learn proper Japanese pronunciations, greetings and useful expressions. Become familiar with the Japanese culture and country, its climate, history, beliefs, customs and food. For professionals who are beginning to engage with Japanese speakers, this class will serve as an excellent Japanese cultural orientation program.

JPN 4000 $195

21941 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Japanese: Level 2 Build on what you learned in Japanese: Level 1. Continue to expand your knowledge of the language as you learn additional vocabulary, grammar and useful expressions. We will delve deeper into the Japanese culture and people.

JPN 4005 $249

Kenji Yano Jan 9 – Mar 13

21942 Wed 6:00pm – 8:00pm

MAI

Japanese: Level 3 Build on what you learned in Japanese: Level 2. Continue to master the language and gain more understanding of the Japanese culture.

JPN 4015 $249

Kenji Yano Jan 10 – Mar 14

21943 Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

MAI

Portuguese Language and Brazilian Culture 1 Here is Brazilian Portuguese at its most basic. Short dialogues that reproduce common life situations will make it easy for you to hold simple conversations. Intense oral practice will help you with pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and sentence structures, all reinforced with written exercises. You’ll also learn cultural and historical information about Brazil.

PTG 4000 $195 | mandatory fee: $10

23622 Tue 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Rosangela Lawrence Jan 8 – Mar 12

MAI

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Health & Wellness

Reiki Level 1: Shoden

Windows into Wellness: Cultivating Compassion

Feeling stressed out, rundown or out of sorts? Looking for a simple and natural way toward better health? The Japanese art of Reiki may be for you. Reiki is a gentle, hand-based, energy-balancing technique that relieves stress and triggers the innate healing response of the body. It has also been shown to relieve pain, improve digestion and promote general well-being.

Learn how cultivating compassion can sustain you through tense times and transitions. Discover how self-care and self-compassion are essential for our own wellness and the wellness of our families and communities. With compassion as a foundation, your ambitious and altruistic pursuits can become sustainable and successful.

HSC 4440 $149

HSC 4164 $39

Andrew Anders

22036 Sat 9:00am – 3:00pm

Jan 19 – Jan 26

MAI

22037 Sat 9:00am – 3:00pm

Feb 16 – Feb 23

MAI

Did you know that Thomas Edison and Albert Einstein credited their genius ideas to self-hypnosis, as did Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart for his Cosi fan tutte? Come learn and practice self-hypnosis techniques in this workshop. Find the power to change you!

HEC 4430 $39

Conrad Welsing

21954 Wed 6:00pm – 8:00pm

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Robin Goldberg Jan 30

MAI

Apr 17 – Apr 24

MAI

Discover how our thoughts, belief and emotions can affect our muscles, bones and organs. As you explore these inner lines of communication, you will also learn relaxation techniques that draw inspiration from healing modalities like yoga and reflexology. These simple stress-relieving tools can enable you to reconnect with your inner sources of strength, joy and well-being.

HSC 4164 $29

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22043 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Windows into Wellness: Meet the Mind-Body Connection

Self-Hypnosis

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Robin Goldberg Jan 16

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Senior Focus

These classes are at convenient sites throughout Washtenaw County, and are available to all county residents who are 65 years or older before the start of the semester. Contact individual centers for more details.

Ann Arbor Senior Center

Glacier Hills

Tai Chi for Seniors

Tai Chi for Seniors

1320 Baldwin Ave, Ann Arbor 734-794-6250 Wed , 9:00am–10:30am

1/16 - 3/20 1/17 - 3/21

Fitness for Seniors Tue, 1:00pm–2:00pm

Tue, 9:30am–11:00am

1/15 - 3/19

Chelsea Adult Learners 809 W. Middle St., Chelsea 734-292-5540

Five Islands of the Great Lakes

Jewish Community Center

Wed, 8:20am–9:20am

Yoga for Seniors

Wed, 1:00pm–2:30pm

1/16 - 3/20

912 City Road, Manchester 734-428-7628

Fri, 10:20am–11:20am Mon, 11:00am–12:30pm

1/22 - 4/2

Northfield Senior Center 9101 Main St., Whitmore Lake 734-449-2295

Chelsea Pines

Fitness for Seniors

Line Dance Tue, 9:00am–10:00am Thu, 1:00pm–2:30pm Wed, 9:00am–10:30am

Fitness for Seniors

Line Dance

Ypsilanti Township Community Center

Wed, 10:30am–11:30am

Senior Fitness

Wed/Fri, 11:00am–12:00pm

Wed, 10:30am–11:30am

Fitness for Seniors 1/16 - 3/29

1/16 - 3/20

Pittsfield Senior Center

Yoga for Seniors Thu, 10:00am–11:15am

1/16 - 3/27

1/24 - 4/4

(No class 3/7)

701 W. Ellsworth, Ann Arbor 734-822-2117 Mon, 9:00am–10:15am

Wed, 9:00am–10:30am Mon/Fri, 9:30am–10:30am

Tue, 10:30am–11:30am

1/15 - 3/19

Tai Chi Intermediate 1/14 - 4/1

Mon, 9:00am–10:30am

(No class 1/21, 2/18)

Fitness for Seniors

Yoga for Seniors

Tai Chi Intermediate Mon, 10:30am–11:45am

1/14 - 4/1

Thu, 9:00am–10:00am

(No class 1/21, 2/18)

Fitness for Seniors

Fitness for Seniors

Tue, 9:15am–10:15am

Fri, 2:30pm–3:30pm

1/15 - 3/19

Yoga for Seniors

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

1/16 - 3/20

1/14 - 3/22

Line Dance

(No class 1/21, 2/18)

Wed, 10:30am–11:30am

1/16 - 3/20

2025 E. Clark Rd. , Ypsilanti 734-544-3800

Tue, 10:15am–11:45am

Tai Chi Beginning

Dexter Senior Center

1/17 - 3/21

Fitness for Seniors

Parkridge Community Center 591 Armsrtong, Ypsilanti 734-483-7700

1/18 - 3/22

Yoga for Seniors

Senior Fitness

1/17 - 3/21

1/15 - 3/19

Yoga for Seniors

Thu, 1:00pm–2:00pm

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

1/14 - 3/22

Ypsilanti Senior Citizens Recreation Ctr.

325 Wilkinson St., Chelsea 734-433-9130

Chelsea Senior Center

1/18 - 3/22

1015 Congress, Ypsilanti 734-483-5014

(No class 3/5)

1/14 - 3/22

1/16 - 3/20

Tai Chi for Seniors

Contact Chelsea Adult Learners for days/times

Mon/Fri, 9:30am–10:30am

1/17 - 3/21

Strength and Conditioning

Tue, 9:30am–11:00am

The Architecture Eero and Eliel Saarinen

Thu, 9:30am–11:00am

2935 Birch Hollow, Ann Arbor 734-971-0990

Yoga for Seniors

Origins of the Italian Renaisssance

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

Line Dance

Manchester Senior Center

Supreme Court

Saline Area Senior Center

Tai Chi for Seniors 1/15 - 3/19

(Make-up class 3/26)

Watercolor Workshop Thu, 9:30am–11:30am

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

1/14 - 4/1

1/17 - 3/21 1/15 - 3/19

1/18 - 3/22

Ball Fitness Tue, 3:30pm–4:30pm

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COMPUTING AT HOME

Computer Basics 4: Advancing Your Skills

An Introduction to Google Drive and Docs Basics Make your life easier with Google Drive, Google Docs and the cloud. Get to know Google Drive, the free cloud-storage service, and Google Docs, the web-based application for creating and storing documents, photos, videos and more in one place online.

See how accessing Google Drive anywhere online can help you share and collaborate on documents, spreadsheets and presentations.

CIS 4047 $95

Denise Swope

21918 Tue, Thu 10:00am – 1:00pm

Feb 19 – Feb 21

Discover how to find and install new apps from the Windows store and customize your display preferences and account settings, so that your PC works perfectly for you. Find out how to backup and restore Windows in case of computer failure and recover missing files. Use multitasking to switch between multiple 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 $139

21920 Tue, Thu 10:00am – 12:00pm

Denise Swope Mar 19 – Apr 4

MAI

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Managing Your Gmail 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 $115

Denise Swope

21919 Tue, Thu 10:00am – 12:00pm

Feb 26 – Mar 7

Learn the basics of composing, sending and replying to messages with Gmail. Discover ways to organize your inbox so you can find messages when you need them, and how to search and use shortcuts to work most effectively with Gmail.

CIS 4046 $95

21917 Tue, Thu 10:00am – 1:00pm

Denise Swope Feb 12 – Feb 14

MAI

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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 $95

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Denise Swope Apr 9 – Apr 11

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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DIY HOME REPAIR

Want to renovate your basement but don’t know where to begin?

This introduction to basement remodelling will show you how to move your project forward. Learn what you need to do through instruction and hands-on work.

22019 Thu 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Jan 31

MAI

Have you ever wondered how your home’s plumbing systems work? Would you like to know how to repair or replace a toilet or faucet? Learn the ins and outs of plumbing from a licensed builder.

Topics include safety practices, common types of plumbing, how to repair and replace fixtures and recommended materials.

22018 Thu 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Steven Bredernitz Jan 17

MAI

CON 4700 $49

Steven Bredernitz Feb 28

22021 Thu 6:30pm – 9:00pm

MAI

FAMILY MATTERS Investor’s Financial Workshop Wise investing is the key to a secure future. Explore the basic terms and concepts of investing, and examine the many types of investments available today. From stocks to bonds to mutual funds, learn the advantages and disadvantages of each. In the final class, we will focus on retirement planning, no matter what your current age, and how to use asset allocation and tax advantaged accounts to make your retirement a reality.

Woodworking Acquaint yourself with basic woodworking concepts, techniques and practices. Get an introduction to planning, design, materials, common hand and power tools and safety. The first three classes will cover processing rough stock wood to finish dimensions and assembling glued panels. You’ll then begin work on your own project.

CON 4495 $309 | mandatory fee: $30

Heath Elrod

22135 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

Jan 12 – Feb 23

MAI

22136 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

*No class on Apr 13.

Mar 9 – Apr 27*

MAI

Have you always wanted to learn how to install a ceramic tile floor or wall? In this class, you will learn the process, discuss the necessary tools for setting tile and gain some hands-on experience. We will also cover tile repair and maintenance.

Steven Bredernitz

Plumbing 101

CON 4249 $49

Community Enrichment

Ceramic Tile Installation

Basements: From Cellar to Family Retreat

CON 4036 $49

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FIN 4006 $89

Mark Grieshaber Feb 25 – Mar 11

22039 Mon 6:30pm – 8:30pm

MAI

Rent 2 Home: Simple Steps to Home Ownership Invest a few hours to avoid mistakes in the largest purchase you will make in your lifetime. Making offers, paperwork, home inspections and other factors can be intimidating to anyone. Join us for a class that will help put your mind at ease, and give you concrete experience that will make the process of buying your home more enjoyable.

RES 4006 $149

Steven Bredernitz / Mildred Matthews Mar 14 & Mar 28

22020 Thu 6:30pm – 8:30pm

MAI

Savvy Social Security Planning Make sense of Social Security claiming strategies, including how married couples can enhance lifetime spousal and survivor benefits.

Learn about file and suspend, the “do over” and “start-stop-restart” strategies. Discover the pros and cons of when and how to collect Social Security benefits, strategies to help you maximize benefits, challenges that Social Security faces and what you can expect.”

BMG 5184 $29

Ryan Malloch

22234 Tue 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Jan 22

MAI

22235 Thu 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Jan 31

MAI

Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning Create your own will under the supervision of a practicing attorney.

You’ll receive help with evaluating your estate planning needs as we discuss living trusts, jointly held property, guardianship arrangements for children and ways to avoid the pain of probate.

LAW 4015 $75

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

Virginia Cardwell

21960 Tue 7:00pm – 9:00pm

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New Recipes!

Rustic Italian Cooking A Taste of Northern Italy: Liguria Discover some of the delicious dishes of northern Italy from the Luguria region! We’ll prepare Ciuppin Ligure, a shellfish and calamari stew in a broth of tomatoes and white wine. We will then create Genovese focaccia with a grape tomato and herb garnish. Next, we will stuff zucchini with cheese, roll it in breadcrumbs and herbs, then bake it. Our last dish, torta di zucca, a roasted butternut squash torte with almond cream and lemon zest, will end our evening.

CUL 4023 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

22051 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa Jan 9

DIX

A Taste of Southern Italy: Sicily Imagine the delight of your friends and family when you serve culinary treasures from the region of Sicily. We will first prepare Pasta alla Norma, penne with layers of eggplant, ricotta, mozzarella and salata in a tomato sauce. Next, we will make a veal roll with a fresh herb filling, garnish it with breadcrumbs and Parmigiano, then sauté it. A seasonal vegetable or salad will complement our meal. Limoncello cream with ice cream, fresh fruit and berries will bring our evening to a close.

CUL 4024 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

22052 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa Jan 16

DIX

Everyday Pasta After this class, you’ll want to enjoy fresh pasta everyday at your home! First, we will toss sautéed shrimp and fried zucchini with rigatoni and a béchamel sauce and Parmigiano. Cacio e Pepe, spaghetti with toasted black pepper and Pecorino-Romano will follow. We’ll then enjoy carbonara, spaghetti with sautéed pancetta, Parmigiano and scrambled eggs.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

Appetizers and Small Bites In this hands-on class, we’ll create a variety of Italian appetizers, just in time for a perfect winter-weather party. We will begin with a tart with a spinach, Parmigiano, eggs and diced prosciutto filling. We’ll then prepare a costini with sautéed diced apples, bacon and Gorgonzola. Puff pastry with an asparagus filling and Parmigiano garnish will follow. The next appetizer we make, onion pie, is a blend of caramelized onions, beaten eggs and Parmigiano. We’ll then enjoy our final appetizer, chicken liver pâté made with a sauté of chicken livers, caramelized onions and white wine.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

22086 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Apr 10

DIX

Explore some of the delicious foods of Italy! Join us to prepare Florentine-style thick strip steak that we will pan sear garlic and rosemary. We will also prepare Yukon potatoes and bell peppers, sautéed with rosemary and garlic. An arugula salad with shaved Parmigiano and a lemon vinaigrette will follow. Torta della Nonna, a torte of pastry cream, lemon zest and pine nuts, will be the sweet finish to our evening.

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Braciole con Gnocchi Join us to prepare thin slices of beef tip sirloin with pine nuts and parsley in a red wine tomato sauce. Spinach gnocchi, in a tomato sauce with a Parmigiano garnish, will complement our steak. Fried and marinated eggplant strips in a vinaigrette will follow. We’ll then enjoy proffitteroli, pastry puffs with a chocolate cream filling and a dusting of chocolate.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

22054 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa Feb 13

DIX

Francesca Giarraffa

Bistecca Toscana

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

22059 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa

Francesca Giarraffa Mar 20

Chicken Cacciatore Cacciatore translates to hunter, but there’ll be no need for you to hunt for a fabulous chicken cacciatore recipe! We will braise our chicken pieces in a tomato sauce with mushrooms, onions and chillies, then serve it with penne. We’ll then dip thin eggplant strips in an egg wash, fry, and then layer them with basil, mozzarella and Parmigiano, then bake them with a dusting of breadcrumbs. Finally, we’ll make Baba al Rum, individual cups of sponge cake with a simple syrup and rum, with a lemon pastry cream and fresh berry garnish CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

22056 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa Feb 27

DIX

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Community Enrichment FOOD AND DRINK

Sauces and Condiments Discover the secrets of great Italian sauces and condiments.

Join us to prepare vodka sauce, a tomato sauce with vodka, cream and fresh basil. We will also make a Bolognese-style ragu with ground pork and veal, in a tomato puree with white wine and root vegetables. Our class will end with condimento con piselli, a sauce of sautéed onions, prosciutto, peas, white wine, heavy cream and Parmigiano.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

Francesca Giarraffa

Apr 24

22069 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

DIX

Wines of the Rhône Valley Come explore the wines of the Rhône Valley. From the less expensive wines of Luberon, Ventoux and Côtes du Rhône, to the greatness of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côte Rôtie and others, France’s Rhône Valley provides some of the world’s best wines and wine values. In this class you will enjoy the history, culture and, of course, the excellent wines of this famous region.

CUL 4151 $39 | mandatory fee: $20

Seafood Mermaids, friends and family will marvel at your seafood meal!

We’ll begin with sautéing swordfish fillets in olive oil, serving them with a green olive sauce. Caponata, eggplant baked and marinated with olives, capers, tomatoes, pine nuts and currents, will complement our swordfish. Delicious cannoli, special pastry shells with a ricotta filling and chocolate and orange zest garnish, will end our class.

21962 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

CUL 4101 $39 | mandatory fee: $20

Mar 13

Vegetarian Enjoy wonderful Italian food, without the meat! We’ll begin with sartú di riso bianco, arborio rice with layers of sautéed mushrooms, peas, smoked mozzarella and Parmigiano. Our second dish, bell peppers with an olive, caper, breadcrumb filling and a Pecorino garnish, will follow. A mixed green salad with Gorgonzola and walnuts will accompany our dishes.

We’ll finally prepare a dried fig tart with almonds, walnuts and honey.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

Francesca Giarraffa

Feb 20

22055 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

DIX

Bring tasty, hearty warmth to your table the Italian way this winter. The ingredients in our first soup, zuppa di farro, include farro with cabbage, red beans and potatoes in a vegetarian broth. Zuppa di piselli, our next soup, is a chicken broth– based pea and ham soup with elbow pasta and Parmigiano.

Our last soup, zuppa di cozze, is a soup of mussels in a tomato and white wine broth. Garlic toast will accompany all our soups.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

Francesca Giarraffa

Jan 30

22053 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

21961 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

David Creighton Apr 18

DIX

Composting: The Ultimate Recycling Great soil is key to growing healthy plants, and compost makes soil great. Compost adds nutrients, reduces the need for fertilizer and helps soil retain moisture. This class will teach you everything you need to know to make compost out of kitchen scraps, leaves and yard waste. You’ll discover the correct ratio of ingredients, how to make and take care of a compost pile, troubleshoot problems, use your finished compost and make compost tea.

Monica Milla

21964 Wed 6:00pm – 8:30pm

Apr 17

MAI

Winter Seed Sowing You’ve heard of starting seeds indoors to get a jump on spring, but it’s also possible to start seeds outdoors in winter. When you don’t need a greenhouse or grow lights, you’re not limited by indoor space restrictions. Find out how to mimic Mother Nature and sow seeds outside. You’ll learn what seeds to sow and containers to use, how to care for your seeds, and how and when to transplant your seedlings.

HEC 4485 $39

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GARDENING

HEC 4440 $45

Winter Soups

MAI

Treat your palate to atypical wines and learn about less familiar wine regions. We’ll discuss grape varieties and the elements that influence their flavors. We will delve into the growing regions, food pairings and similar wines of each of our eight to ten lesser-known wine samples.

Francesca Giarraffa

DIX

Apr 25

Wines: Really Good Ones You’ve Never Tried

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30 22057 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

David Creighton

Monica Milla

21963 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

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Community Enrichment Social Ballroom Dance: Beginner No matter how complicated it may look on television, you can ballroom dance. 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 $219

22146 Tue 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Natalia Alexandrova Jan 8 – Mar 19

MAI

Beginner Short Session: DAN 4010 $135

22139 Tue 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Natalia Alexandrova Mar 26 – Apr 23

MAI

Social Ballroom Dance: Intermediate No matter how complicated it may look on television, you can ballroom dance. 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.

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DAN 4010

Long Session | $219:

Tai Chi Chuan for Beginners

Is tai chi chuan an exercise for health and relaxation, or a martial art? The answer is both. In this beginning 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.

PEA 4005 $155 | mandatory fee: $10

21965 Wed 6:00pm – 7:15pm

Stephen Harrigan Jan 23 – Apr 10

TRI

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.

PEA 4095 $155 | mandatory fee: $10

21966 Wed 7:30pm – 8:45pm

Stephen Harrigan Jan 23 – Apr 10

TRI

Tai Chi for Mobility Maintenance Enjoy this slow, low-impact, mind-body exercise that strengthens muscles, improves balance and motor control and facilitates mindfulness and concentration. Practice simple, smooth, whole-body movements together in a quiet, calm, warm and embracing atmosphere that can improve your quality of life when you add them to your daily routine.

PEA 4095 $189 | mandatory fee: $10

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22138 Sat 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Jan 5 – Mar 9

MAI

Mar 16 – Apr 13

MAI

$135 — for Short Session:

22140 Sat 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Zumba Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away.

The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training combine to tone and sculpt your body and burn fat. Add some Latin flavor and international zest into the mix, and you’ve got a Zumba class.

PEA 4210 $69

Michele Williams

22266 Mon 6:00pm – 7:00pm

*No class on Jan 21.

Jan 14 – Mar 4*

PAR

Mar 11 – Apr 22

PAR

22267 Mon 6:00pm – 7:00pm

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 $149 | mandatory fee: $45

Katherine VanDeWege

22040 Tue 11:30am – 1:00pm

Jan 29 – Apr 2

CHI

22041 Thu 11:30am – 1:00pm

Jan 31 – Apr 4

CHI

Karla Groesbeck Jan 10 – Mar 14

TRI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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SEWING Machine Basics This class teaches you how to operate a sewing machine and make your own clothes and functional fabric items. Discover the basics of fabric and pattern selection, proper measuring and cutting techniques, and how to read and follow sewing instructions.

HEC 4011 $99

Krystin Kinsey-Weeks

22268 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Jan 15 – Feb 26

PAR

22270 Wed 9:30am – 11:30am

Jan 16 – Feb 27

PAR

Machine Basics 2 Master the next steps to independent sewing in this class. You’ll learn how to correctly measure for pattern selection and about zippers, blind hems, button holes, casings and Velcro. If you need more confidence in sewing, this class is for you!

HEC 4212 $99

Krystin Kinsey-Weeks

22269 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Mar 12 – Apr 23

PAR

22271 Wed 9:30am – 11:30am

Mar 13 – Apr 24

PAR

Serging Necessities Bring your machine and get the basics you need to use your serger. You will thread together and run a couple samples using both three-thread and four-thread settings to help you serge with more confidence. Let’s get serging!

HEC 4172 $45 | mandatory fee: $5

Heather Reed

22223 Sat 10:00am – 1:00pm

Jan 12

MAI

22224 Sat 10:00am – 1:00pm

Jan 19

MAI

Sewing Fundamentals: Level 2 Build on your basic skills from Sewing Fundamentals: Level 1. Explore the finer points of garment construction including sewing machine adjustments, sewing machine feet and purposes, hand and machine needles, threads, garment shaping techniques, closures, collars, sleeves, facings, pockets, seams and finishing techniques.

HEC 1006 $229 | mandatory fee: $30 | CEUs: 1.8

Heather Reed

Mar 9 – Apr 27*

22226 Sat 10:00am – 1:00pm

*No class on Mar 30, Apr 20.

MAI

Sewing Window Treatments: Roman Shades Sewing Fundamentals: Level 1 Stretch your creative muscles and develop a skill that will last you a lifetime. Learn how to operate a sewing machine, select fabric and patterns, take measurements, cut fabric and read sewing instructions. You will complete a project using a pattern and create a portfolio of sewing skills including: hems, zippers, seam finishes, closures, pockets and other professional touches.

HEC 1003 $199 | mandatory fee: $30

22050 Sat 2:00pm – 5:00pm

*No class on Feb 16.

Heather Reed Jan 12 – Feb 23*

Do you have a window crying for shades instead of curtains? If you can sew a straight line with your sewing machine, use a ruler, and follow directions, you can make your own Roman shades. Explore the tools, equipment, fabrics and preparation necessary to produce professional quality window Roman shades.

HEC 1009 $129 | mandatory fee: $20

Heather Reed Mar 9 – Apr 6*

22227 Sat 2:00pm – 4:30pm

*No class on Mar 30.

MAI

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Urge to Serge Now that you have the basic understanding of how to thread your serger, what’s next? Join us to increase your serging skills.

HEC 4172 $109 | mandatory fee: $15

22225 Sat 10:00am – 12:30pm

*No class on Feb 16.

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

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Michigan Folk School Community Enrichment is proud to partner with Michigan Folk School to offer enriching and unique experiences for our participants throughout the year.

This collaboration gives nature lovers, cooks, gardeners and crafters alike the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning, attain new skills and gain a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.

These classes take place in a variety of locations, including the beautiful Dixboro Methodist Church and the Michigan Folk School’s homestead. Enjoy the beauty and excitement of new crafts and knowledge!

Cheesemaking Workshop Photography: Essential Elements So, you have a great camera, now what? Find out how to take better pictures by practicing the simple, yet essential, relationship between shutter speed, f-stop and ISO. Learn to set the correct exposure and what the numbers mean. Discover how to see and think like a photographer by using compositional tools and basic photographic principals. You will take photos both in the classroom and on location.

HEC 1065 $49 | mandatory fee: $10

21997 Fri 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Discover how easy it is to make fantastic soft cheeses at home.

We will discuss and sample several cheeses that you can cultivate right in your own kitchen. Next, we will get to work making both mozzarella and chèvre, and also learn a few recipes for whey (a by-product of cheesemaking). You’ll take home recipes, a resource list, culture and cheesecloth to begin your own homestead cheesemaking.

CUL 4089 $50 | mandatory fee: $30

Apr 26

21977 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

Jan 12

MIC

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Sourdough Bread 101 Photography: Study in Light Discover the different qualities of light and how to use them to control color, and set a mood in your images. Learn to look at a scene, previsualize what the camera can capture, and how you want to use light in your images. You will use natural light, weather permitting, to photograph during the golden hour (just before sunset), and explore different lighting techniques such as silhouette, rim lighting and backlighting. You will receive classroom training and take indoor and outdoor photos.

PHO 4043 $49 | mandatory fee: $10

21998 Sat 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Find out how to create beautiful, mouthwatering sourdough bread at home, using tools and equipment that are standard in every kitchen. We will briefly discuss bread science, techniques, ingredients and equipment. Next, we’ll begin the bread-making process: kneading, fermenting, shaping, proofing, scoring, baking our bread and determining its readiness through look, taste, feel and smell. Afterwards, we will evaluate our results and share troubleshooting ideas.

CUL 4131 $49 | mandatory fee: $20

Apr 27

21984 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Apr 25

DIX

MIC

Hearty Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl Cheesemaking Intensive Workshop Through hands-on experience, learn to make simple cheeses in your home. Working with both cow’s and goat’s milk, you will learn about cultures, equipment and ingredients while making yogurt, feta, ricotta, Brie, buttermilk, sour cream, chèvre, mozzarella and cultured butter. You’ll also receive an introduction to making hard cheeses. The end of this two-day workshop will culminate in a community feast where we will share food, sample the cheeses and enjoy the friends we’ve made working together.

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CUL 4142 $69 | mandatory fee: $25

HEC 4169 $95 | mandatory fee: $60

21978 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

*No class on Mar 2.

Winter is here and there is nothing quite as comforting as a hearty bowl of soup in a homemade bread bowl! Join us in the kitchen as we warm up our souls while we bake a classic sourdough French boules. As our bread bakes, we will prepare a pot of New England– style clam chowder. Some bread-baking experience is recommended as this class is more about developing culinary skills. Bring your apron, a sense of culinary wonder and a hearty appetite.

Feb 23 – Mar 9*

21983 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

Jan 19

DIX

MIC

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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Cottage Food Industry: Make Money Selling Your Homemade Food Learn how to set up your own cottage-based industry and how it relates to the permaculture concept. Examine which foods are allowable for sale and the requirements for labels and listings. Find out about sales records and how to plug into the network of existing cottage food operations.

HEC 4071 $39 | mandatory fee: $10

21980 Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Feb 7

MIC

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 our focus will be kitchen knives, we will also learn how to apply the same principles to other tools. We will have knives on hand, but you should also bring knives from your kitchen to perfect your skills.

CUL 4098 $35 | mandatory fee: $20

21987 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Feb 12

MIC

21988 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Apr 9

MIC

Backyard Edible Mushrooms

Learning the Secrets of Jamaican Jerk The word “jerk” refers to four things: It is a unique method of slowmarinated cooking, a special blend of spicy seasonings, a process of creating small holes to aid in marination and the name of the finished dish popular all over the Caribbean. Join us for this three-hour workshop where we will make an authentic meal of jerk chicken, coconut, peas and rice, Jamaican callaloo and flat bread. Once our senses are thoroughly stimulated, we will feast Jamaican style!”

Discover the surprising world of fungi. Join us as we cover the basics of mushroom growing, several easy ways to create minimushroom farms and some of the mysteries of the incredible world of fungi. You’ll take home a mushroom log and the know-how to grow mushrooms at home.

HEC 4193 $39 | mandatory fee: $18

21970 Tue 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Apr 23

MIC

CUL 4149 $49 | mandatory fee: $25

21989 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

Apr 13

DIX

Learning the Secrets of Louisiana Creole Creole-style cooking blends French and Spanish cuisine with West African and Haitian cuisine. Enjoy this three-hour workshop where you’ll make an authentic Louisiana meal of chicken andouille gumbo, shrimp étouffé, dirty rice, corn sticks and Cajun grilled veggies.

Be a part of the feast, Louisiana Creole style.

CUL 4150 $49 | mandatory fee: $25

21990 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

Mar 16

DIX

Neo-Soul Food Workshop Wander into the world of wellness while not giving up soul food.

Learn how to fuel your body the right way with simple adaptations of traditional recipes to create healthy, extremely flavorful, low-fat dishes including oven “fried” chicken wings, blackened turkey chops with fruit salsa, collard and kale greens with smoked turkey, black-eyed peas and sweet potato corn bread. Bring your apron, thirst for knowledge, and a hearty appetite for the feast at the end of this workshop.

Building a No-Till Organic Garden Join us for a class in the no-till philosophy. Learn, with clear instructions, how to site and build your no-till garden, and the necessary tools and maintenance. Walk away with a head full of knowledge and a pocket full of seeds.

HEC 4216 $35 | mandatory fee: $10

21975 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Apr 13

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Growing Microgreens Microgreens are an essential part of the kitchen grocery. Tiny as they are, these young plants pack remarkably intense flavors, vibrant colors, interesting textures and are absolutely bursting with nutrients. Now you can grow your own at home, inside, all year long. You’ll receive a brief introduction in how to use them, seeds and soil medium. Turn an ordinary meal into something gastronomically delicious with your homegrown microgreens.

CUL 4138 $49 | mandatory fee: $20

21995 Tue 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Mar 12

MIC

CUL 4148 $49 | mandatory fee: $25

21991 Thu 9:00am – 12:00pm

Feb 14

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Homesteading 101 Want to take living green to the next level? It doesn’t take much effort to live a homesteading life, even in the suburbs or at a modest living space in the city. Explore gardening, canning, solar systems, chickens, wild crafting, harvesting, cooking, homemade cosmetics, greywater systems, permaculture and much more.

HEC 4166 $39 | mandatory fee: $10

21985 Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Feb 21

MIC

Blacksmithing: An Introduction 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.

Introduction to Stained Glass

HEC 4188 $129 | mandatory fee: $30

21971 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

Jan 12

MIC

21972 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

Feb 9

MIC

21973 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

Mar 9

MIC

21974 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

Apr 6

MIC

CON 4238 $95 | mandatory fee: $50

Creating a Traditional Longbow Experience the powerful pride that comes from shooting a wooden bow you’ve made with your own two hands. You will receive stepby-step instructions in the crafting of a wooden longbow, and learn the ancient art of tillering, woodworking fundamentals, efficient tool use and the ability to read wood. If time and weather permit, you and your fellow learners will have the opportunity to practice shooting techniques.

CON 4244 $229 | mandatory fee: $135

21982 Sun 12:00pm – 6:00pm

MIC

Learn to create everyday-use items in this hands-on beginning class. Become familiar with leather tools, transferring carving patterns, simple carving, stamping, dyeing, stitching and finishing.

Even if you have some experience with leatherwork, you can hone your skills and add advanced techniques. You’ll take home a final project of an envelope clutch, journal, laptop sleeve, Mason jar cozy or a minimalist wallet.

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Mar 19 – Mar 21

MIC

Making Healing Creams, Salves and Lip Balm Wellness is not just about what we put into our bodies, but also about what we put onto our bodies. We will focus on a handful of healing herbs that you can easily find or grow in your garden. You will learn how to infuse and blend oils with herbs.

21993 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

Feb 9

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Soap-Making Workshop Learn how to formulate your own soap recipes, the proper use and storage of lye and how to mix lye and water. Get to know about goat milk, fragrance vs. essential oils, additives, exfoliants, coloring and other ingredients, as well as molding and curing. You will take home recipes, a list of supply and equipment sources, as well as a bar of soap you will make during the class.

HEC 4171 $49 | mandatory fee: $20

HEC 4202 $179 | mandatory fee: $100 21992 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

HEC 4104 $49 | mandatory fee: $25 Mar 3 – Mar 17

Leather Craft Workshop: Traditional Skills

Discover the beauty, history and evolution of stained glass as you learn basic techniques while crafting a dream catcher, small panel or nightlight. With safety standards in place, you’ll learn how to use glass cutters, grozing and breaking pliers and the soldering iron.

Give your piece a stunning finished look as you gain experience in foiling, soldering and polishing.

Apr 16 – Apr 18

MIC

21999 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

Jan 26

MIC

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Soap-Making Workshop: Color, Texture and Swirls

HEC 4189 $49 | mandatory fee: $20 22000 Sat 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Community Enrichment

Woodworking: Build a Shave Horse

This beginner-to-intermediate class explores the different types of soap-making colorants and textures. You will learn how to locate natural colorants and incorporate them into your soap; to use dry and wet mixing techniques and texturize soap. You will take home new recipes, a list of colorant and equipment sources, and a bar of soap you will make during class.

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The shaving horse is the ideal workbench for traditional woodworking, such as making tool handles, walking sticks, rustic furniture, carving spoons and more. A foot-operated clamp holds your project securely as you shape it with a draw-knife or spokeshave.

Join us to build your own hybrid-style shaving horse that you can break down for transport or shipping.

HEC 4113 $129 | mandatory fee: $100

21976 Sat 9:00am – 3:00pm & Sun 9:00am – 11:00am

Mar 2 – Mar 3

MIC

Spoon Carving All-Day Workshop

Woodworking: Building a Dovetail Picture Frame

This quick-start, demonstration class introduces you to the basics of carving spoons from green, seasoned wood. You’ll learn various grasps and carving techniques using high quality knives and a small hatchet or axe. This class is suitable for novices and those with some experience. At the end, you’ll know how to carve your own spoon.

Hand-cut dovetails are the mark of a true craftsman. In this twoday class, we’ll introduce you to the techniques and sequences of steps to cut dovetails by hand using a handsaw, plane and chisels.

You’ll develop your hand skills as you learn the time-tested techniques of dovetail joinery. You will receive the materials and tools to make a small box.

HEC 4186 $95 | mandatory fee: $20

HEC 4209 $135 | mandatory fee: $30

22001 Sat 9:00am – 3:00pm

Apr 27

MIC

Feb 2 – Feb 3

22003 Sun, Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

MIC

The Art of Millinery: Making a Hat

Woodworking: Crafting Oval Shaker Boxes

Millinery is a rewarding, possibly addictive and highly prized ageold art and craft. You will learn basic skills and history, and create numerous styles and shapes in many different mediums for any season. 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. You’ll leave the workshop with your handcrafted crowning achievement.

Before the age of canisters and Tupperware, the Shakers made and marketed oval boxes made of wood. Learn how to soak, bend, tack, carve, and finish cherrywood with beeswax to create a stack of three nesting boxes. Your finished boxes will not only be useful, they’ll lend charm and grace to any occasion.

HEC 4114 $149 | mandatory fee: $80

22002 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm & Sun 9:00am – 2:00pm

HEC 4208 $79 | mandatory fee: $85

21968 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

Jan 19

MIC

21969 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

Mar 30

MIC

Apr 6 – Apr 7

MIC

Woodworking: Creating End-Grain Cutting Boards You can’t beat the look, feel and durability of a butcher-block endgrain cutting board in the kitchen. Some describe the creation of this knife-saving tool as self-healing. This workshop will show you the way around the woodshop, basic tool safety and the properties of wood. Perfect for beginning woodworkers, this class offers training techniques to help you construct a one-of-a-kind, useful and beautiful cutting board for your kitchen.

HEC 4116 $69 | mandatory fee: $71

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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. To request a drop from a class: • If you registered online or in person, contact our offices at 734-677-5060 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 class details. All mandatory fees must be paid at the time of registration. Check 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 learning experiences.

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 data base. WCC obtains mailing lists/ data from many sources and cannot guarantee you will be eliminated from every mailing.

CHI

Chippewa Tennis & Swim Club

DIX

Dixboro United Methodist Church

HAR

Harriet Street Center

MAI

Main Campus

MIC

MI Folk School

MOR

Morris Lawrence Building

PAR

Parkridge Community Center

TRI

Trinity Lutheran Church

Location Index

Emeritus Scholarship:

You must: 1) Have in-district residency status per WCC residency policy; 2) Be 65 years old as of January 1, 2019; 3) Make an in-person visit to the Student Connection with your driver’s license or state-issued photo ID to confirm your status and update your record prior to registering for your first class.

Note: Once your scholarship qualification has been confirmed, you may enroll in any noncredit class during regular registration times. To register online with the scholarship, please contact our offices at 734-677-5060.

WCC will apply the scholarship to your tuition for noncredit classes. The emeritus scholarship does not apply to 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, ten 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 ten business days before the start of class.

Information/application: Go to wccnet.edu/workforce-development, 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, 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 120 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 SC 247, Student Center Building, 734-973-3536.

Diana McKnight-Morton, Chair Christina Fleming, Vice Chair Angela Davis, Secretary Bill Milliken Jr., Treasurer David DeVarti Ruth Hatcher Richard J. Landau, J.D.

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

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

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Security 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 SC 247, 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.

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Questions? 734-677-5060

ecdevelopment@wccnet.edu

Three Easy Ways to Register Mail-in*

Register and pay by credit card.

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Walk-in* Student Center Building

Send completed registration form with check or money order (payable to Washtenaw Community College) to:

WCC Main Campus 4800 East Huron River Drive Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800 Payment by check (including all fees) is due at the time of registration.

Workforce Development Registration Student Records, SC 203 Washtenaw Community College 4800 East Huron River Drive Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800

• Before registering online for the first time, you must create a student profile.

• Household profiles allow a single family account so that adults can register children for youth programs. For more information on household profiles, please call our office at 734-677-5060.

for online classes and those with a coupon must register online at wccnet.edu/economic-development.

• 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.

Click on class title to see descriptions.

Third-Party Pay

• Deadline for mail-in registration is seven business days prior to the first class.

• To register for a class, click Add to Cart, enter your credit card payment information and print your receipt.

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Call 734-677-5060 to learn how companies can pay for employees to attend classes.

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