Community Education
Fall 2010 Schedule
Classes Begin the
Week of August 30th
In this Issue...
NEW CLASSES:
Intro to Curling
Adobe® Creative Suite®
Overview
Women's Ed-venture
Meet Some of Our
Instructors for:
• Real Estate
• Meditation
• Cake Decorating
Latin Dance Fitness
Organic Gardening 101
Education to Fit Your Needs!
Sewing Lab
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Fall 2010 Community Education Schedule
Dear Blackhawk Technical College Community supporters,
Cyberspace? Online communities? Videoconferencing? It all sounds so technical
and so complicated, doesn’t it? Remember when we were able to put fifty cents
in a machine and get a Coke? Now we have to put a credit card into that machine,
and we get a performance. A mechanical arm will select the plastic bottle and
shoot it through a tube; and for the privilege of being able to see that happen, we
now get to pay two dollars instead of fifty cents. I don’t want to be cynical because
I grew up thinking about what things would be like in the future.
I watched the Jetsons on TV when I was a kid. This cartoon was about a family of
the future, and I liked the idea of the bubble car hovercraft he "drove" to work. I
wish I had one to avoid Interstate 90 so I could just cruise over to BTC in a couple of
minutes. The neatest invention of the future on that show was the automatic meal
machine that let you punch in what you wanted to eat; and it would then give you
a hot, tasty, and elegantly prepared meal. How cool was that? At first I thought it
was great that you pressed a button and received food from nothing; but then I
thought, "That just isn't right."
When I was younger and looked at the potential for the future, I liked the thought
of progress and innovation. When it was my chance to engage in that innovation,
however, I found I needed a new learning curve. In my day, we started using
computers in high school, but I didn't know of anyone who had one in their home.
I remember asking, “What button do I push to get this started?” I didn’t know all
of the things it could do. I thought it might type by itself. My first “a-ha” moment
of joy on the computer came when I saw that I could correct something in the
WordPerfect word processing program by simply typing over it. I remembered
typing papers on a typewriter and using correction fluid and those little chalky
strips of correction paper. Yuk!
Today, people are learning new conveniences of technology and millions are taking
classes online. I was a little apprehensive when I took my first online class; but I
learned there were a lot of first-timers out there, and there continues to
be more every day. I enjoyed the convenience of being able to spend
time with my family and the flexibility of turning on my computer
(I found the button) when I had the time to do a lesson. Blackhawk
Technical College has several options for online classes. Our Education
2 Go (Ed2go) classes provide students with 300 courses to choose
from in areas of computer software, writing, languages, and noncredit
certifications. You can really learn a lot on your own time and interact
with people in “cyberspace.” It wasn’t as hard as I thought, and I do like
being able to spend extra time at home with my family. We would love to
have you in our classrooms; but if that isn't convenient for you, consider
taking an online class with us. You can find all of our online selections
under “Community Education-Online Courses” on BTC’s website. You can also save
time by taking your hovercraft to campus, but we don’t have parking for that yet.
Mark Triller
Coordinator, Continuing Education
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Make Your Celebrations Sweet
There are so many ways to celebrate anniversaries, birthdays and holidays…this year why not make them extra
special? The cake decorating classes at BTC can help you
learn essential techniques in creating beautiful and
delicious masterpieces for your next celebration.
BTC is lucky to have many talented culinary experts;
and today, we will focus on one of our very own cake
experts, Stef Culberson. She is not only an instructor
at BTC, but Stef is also a full time mother of two, a food
stylist, and farmer (founded The Goose Chaser Farm,
where she grows sustainable food) living in Blanchardville, Wisconsin.
“Cooking and baking is fun and should be treated as a creative outlet. I want the students in my
classes to see how fun baking and decorating
can be by expressing themselves in their edible
works of art.” –Stef Culberson
Stef moved to Wisconsin from Heidelberg, Germany
in 1998 and credits her baking/cooking skills from her
mother's influence, "decorating pastries, cakes and
cookies is a hobby of mine," Stef replied. She was a corporate Food Stylist for the Swiss Colony and has been
featured on the Food Network's well known show,
"The Secret Life of...a Food Stylist." In New Glarus,
she is known to many as the "Spaetzle" Chef with her
involvement in various events.
In 2009, Stef was invited to present "Sustainable Food
Three students from Stef's class with their creations.
Styling Techniques" at Boston University for the International Food Styling and Photographers Conference,
which became one of her most memorable experiences.
When you turn on the television and watch Cake Boss
on TLC, they make decorating with fondant and flowers look, well…like a piece of cake. According to Stef,
it really is easier than you may think. Cake decorating
is something anyone can do as long as they have determination and patience in practicing the techniques,
but it certainly offers “sweet rewards.”
When talking about goals for her classes, Stef wants
her students to have fun and take back skills and an
enthusiasm for the culinary world. 
“The technical colleges throughout Wisconsin
provide our residents with many opportunities
to expand their horizons and gain new skills. As
an instructor, I am able to meet students with
amazing backgrounds and interests that help me
continuously change the styles of my teaching.”
–Stef Culberson
Real Estate Education at its Finest
Community Education at Blackhawk Technical College
(BTC) has been fortunate to have many groups of great
instructors throughout the years. Robert Blakely is one
of those individuals and has been teaching real estate
courses at BTC since 1985. Bob started his teaching career with real estate practice courses and then added
continuing education for real estate licenses, for both
brokers and salespersons about five years later.
Bob is a self-employed attorney at Blakely & Blakely
Law Firm which has been serving the Beloit area for
more than thirty-two years. The firm specializes in real
estate and landlord tenant law, estate planning and
trusts, probate, and family and divorce law. Bob has
also participated in the drafting and reviewing of test
questions for the Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing exam for brokers and salespersons.
He has also assisted in reviewing for accuracy the
Dearborn Publishing "Wisconsin Real Estate Practice
& Law book," which is also for
brokers and
salespersons. His experience
has
helped many people taking part in the community
education programs at BTC
achieve their goals in the
real estate business.
(Article cont. on pg. 30)
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration for Fall Community Education Classes Begins July 26, 2010
Classes Start the Week of Aug. 30, 2010!
Use one of the Following Options
Online NONCREDIT Registration submission
Go to: blackhawk.edu (before September 1, 2010)
(1) Choose: Community Education
(2) Choose: Register online
(in the left navigation pane)
(3) Complete: the registration form with
(1) your personal information and
(2) the course number (a 9 digit number), CRN (a 5 digit number), and the course title and (3) include the cost of the course a
nd your payment information.
(4) Click: Submit after entering the current date and agreeing to the listed terms.
Go to: blackhawk.edu (after September 1, 2010)
(1) Choose: Explore Programs
(2) Choose: Community Education
(3) Choose: Register Now
(4) Complete: Registration form
(5) Click: Submit
Registration by Mail
Complete the registration form in this
publication. Send in the form with your
credit card information or a check made
payable to Blackhawk Technical College
for the exact amount of fees listed in this
schedule.
Send to:
Registration Office
Blackhawk Technical College
6004 S County Rd G
P.O. Box 5009
Janesville WI 53547-5009
In-Person Registration
on Central Campus
& MONROE CAMPUS
You can register in person during the
hours listed below:
Monday-Thursday8:00 AM-7:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Registration by Fax
Go to: blackhawk.edu (before September 1, 2010)
(1) Choose: Community Education
(2) Choose: Online Courses
(in the left navigation pane)
(3) Click: on the link for the ed2go website.
(4) Search for your course
(5) Click: “ENROLL NOW”
(6) Create: Your password and enter
your email address
(7) Provide: Credit card information
via secure server
Go to: blackhawk.edu (after September 1, 2010)
(1) Choose: Online Services
(2) Choose: ed2go
(3) Click: on the link for the ed2go website
(4) follow step (4-7) from above to continue
Dial (608) 743-4407 for Central Campus
or (608) 329-8215 for Monroe Campus to
fax your completed registration form and
MasterCard, Visa or Discover information.
In order for BTC to bill your employer, a
letter of authorization for billing must be
faxed with your registration form.
ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE-Central Campus
Admissions: (608) 757-7665
Bookstore: (608) 757-7672
Financial Aid: (608) 757-7664
Information: (608) 757-7710
Multicultural Services: (608) 757-7719
Registration: (608) 757-7661
Switchboard: (608) 758-6900
Toll free (in 608 area code only) 1 (800) 498-1282
TDD/TTY-Special Services Lab (608) 743-4422
Aviation Center: (608) 757-7743
Got Questions?
Get help anytime, all your FAQs
answered on AskBTC at
blackhawk.edu/askBTC
Cookie photo on front cover taken by: The Swiss Colony Photo Studio
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Monroe Campus: (608) 328-1660
Center for Transportation Studies: (608) 743-4470
REGISTRATION FORM
6004 S COUNTY ROAD G
P.O. BOX 5009
JANESVILLE WI 53547-5009
PLEASE PRINT
STUDENT ID NUMBER
LAST NAME
STREET ADDRESS
DATE OF BIRTH
Day
Year
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□ VILLAGE of
□ TOWNSHIP of
SEX
□ Female
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YEAR
□ GED
□ HSED
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HIGHEST GRADE COMPLETED AT ENROLLMENT
www.blackhawk.edu
FIRST NAME
CITY OR TOWN
COUNTY OF RESIDENCE
Month
608 757-7661
FAX 608 743-4407
MIDDLE
STATE
ZIP CODE
HOME PHONE
(
MARITAL STATUS
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NAME OF HIGH SCHOOL
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CELL PHONE
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EMPLOYER
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CITY AND STATE OF HIGH SCHOOL
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ETHNIC CODE
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RACE (check all that apply)
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CITIZENSHIP STATUS
DISADVANTAGED
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□ Eligible Legalized Alien
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 Other_________________
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TUITION STATUS
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COURSE TITLES
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Table of Contents
Access 2007 - Beginning Adobe® Creative Suite® 4 - Overview Arts & CRAFTS 16
8-10
Gardening 21
QuickBooks
Gatlin Education
31
Quiltmaking
Genealogy (Family History) and the Internet 15
Real Estate AutoCAD 11
Gifts from Home Baking Basics 19
Gospel Choir, Introduction to 8
24
Basic Intro. to Programmable Logic Controllers 11
Graphic Design Basic Keyboarding 14
GREEN COUNTY SITES
29
Best Budget Meal Tips 19
HEALTH & WELLNESS 20-21
Build a Basic Website 18
Heartsaver AED CPR, First Aid 16-17
Reflexology , Introduction to REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Responsible Beverage Service 12
9
26-27
20
4-5
27
Reupholstery 21
ROCK COUNTY SITES 28
18
Safety 11
24
Building & Machinery Operation 10
Holiday Cooking 20
Scoping the Stars: Intro. to Sky/Telescopes Building a Website Using Dreamweaver 18
Holiday Newsletter Ideas, Workshop 15
Sewing Lab
Cake Decorating
19
Home and Home Furnishing 21
Sign Language 22
Career Link 11
How to Use the Adv. Features on Digital Camera 16
Skype and More 17
CDL-Commercial Driver's License 24
Identity Theft & Fraud
Chainsaw Safety and Operations 11
Instructor Focus:
Chair Caning 21
Susan
COLLEGE/OUTREACH , Facility Hours
26
30
Soap Making, Beginning Robert Blakely
Communication to the Deaf 22
Stef Culberson
3
Solution-Focused Communication Comparing Health Insurance Alternatives 25
Susan Myoyu Andersen, Roshi
30
Sommerfeld Cabinetry - Level 1, 2 Computer for Absolute Beginner 14
Tracey Wren 29
Spanish Computers at Home 15
Insurance 3, 30
25-26
9
Small Business & Entrepreneurship 24
Small Engine Repair 7
Social Networking/Web 2.0, Twitter 10
8
17-18
26
9
22-23
Special Interest 24
Computers & Related Technology 12-18
Intermediate Drawing 8
Tai Chi 20
Cooking For One or Two 19
Internet & Email Basics 15
Taking a Better Digital Photo 16
CPR
18
Internet Marketing for Small Bus. Workshop 24
Tax Me If You Can 26
Craig’s List
12
Investing In Uncertain Times 26
Transition to Trainer 27
Create a Class 28
iPod & iTunes Essentials 17
Twitter & More: Opportunities for Small Bus. 17, 24
Create Your Own Jewelry 8
KEY TO SCHEDULE Creating with Clay 9
Language and Communication Curling , Introduction to Custom Cards 24
8
Latin Dance Fitness 7
22-23
20
Understanding Horse Behavior Watercolor Landscapes 24
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Women’s Ed-Venture 23
18
Leadership: Solution Focused Communication 26
Webpage Design Design & Digital Art w/ Adobe Illustrator CS4 17
Lose the Salt, Keep the Flavor
19
Welding 11
Digital Photography
Master Electrician Exam Prep 26
Web Graphics and Multimedia 18
15-16
Drawing & Painting 8-9
Mediterranean Cooking 19
Woodworking Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification 25
Microsoft Office 2007 Overview 13
Word 2007 - Beginning, Intermediate
14
eBay - Selling 13
Microsoft Publisher 13
Your Body in Health and Disease 20
ed2go
31
Middle Eastern & Medit. Cooking-Gluten-Free 19
Electricity, for Construction and Industry I 11
National Electric Code Emergency Medical Service
18
Naturopathic Health - Updates 20
EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification 25
Online Learning 31
Evaluating the Best Medicare Assistance Plans 23
Organic Gardening 101 - Planning Ahead 21
Excel 2007
13, 25
Persian Holiday Pastry 20
Facebook 17, 24
Personal (Home) Care Worker 21
Personal Improvement 23
FACILITY HOURS & ADDRESSES 7
11
File Management 15
Photoshop Basics, for Beginners 17
First Aid
18
Photoshop Elements 7.0 16
FOODS 6
13
19-20
Pottery & Ceramics Forklift Operator Safety Certification 25
PowerPoint - Introduction French 22
Practice of Meditation, Introduction to the Furniture Refinishing 21
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT For the most current course listing, visit blackhawk.edu
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9-10
COLLEGE/OUTREACH
FACILITY HOURS & ADDRESSES
Central Campus
6004 S County Rd G • Janesville, WI 53546-9458
Hours:
Phone:
BLACKHAWK TECHNICAL COLLEGE
KEY TO SCHEDULE
SAMPLE LISTING
7:30 AM-10:00 PM (M-TH)
7:30 AM-6:00 PM (FRI)
7:00 AM-4:00 PM (SAT)
(608) 758-6900
Monroe Campus
210 4th Ave • Monroe, WI 53566-1033
Hours:
Phone:
7:30 AM-9:00 PM (M-TH)
7:30 AM-5:00 PM (FRI)
8:00 AM-NOON (SAT)
(608) 328-1660
Center for Transportation Studies (CTS)
1740 W US Highway 14 • Janesville, WI 53545-8810
Hours:
Phone:
8:00 AM-9:30 PM (M-TH)
8:00 AM-5:00 PM (FRI)
(608) 743-4470
Aviation Center
Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport
4618 S Columbia Dr • Janesville, WI 53546-9120
Title
Description
Hours:
Phone:
8:00 AM-5:00 PM (M-FRI)
(608) 757-7743
Course titles are listed under the subheading.
The description is listed after the title explaining the specific class.
Beloit Learning Center
50 Eclipse Center • Beloit, WI 53511-3550
Course Number
Course Reference Number (CRN)
Hours:
Phone:
8:00 AM-4:30 PM (M-FRI)
(608) 757-7669 or (608) 757-7741
Alpine Curling Club
1319 - 31st Ave • Monroe WI 53566
Edgerton High School
200 Elm High Dr • Edgerton, WI 53534
The 9-digit number identifies what course you are enrolling in.
The unique 5-digit class numbers (CRNs) are assigned to class
sections, to register for classes.
Day
M=Monday, T=Tuesday, W=Wednesday, R=Thursday, F=Friday,
S=Saturday
Start Date
Evansville High School
640 S 5th St • Evansville, WI 53536
Beginning dates of the class.
Great Plains Zen Center
W7762 Falk Rd • Monroe, WI 53566
Represents the start and end times for classes.
Harmony Farm
3523 Burdick Rd • Janesville, WI 53548
Milton High School
430 E High St • Milton, WI 53563
Monroe High School
1600 - 26th St • Monroe, WI 53566
Monroe Senior Center
1113 - 10th St • Monroe, WI 53566
Locations To Fit Your Needs!
Times
Sessions
This lists the number of sessions per class.
Fees/Senior Fees*
Class fees are based on the 2010-2011 academic year tuition rates.
The second fee is the amount for senior citizens.
Community Education Credits (CEUs)
The number of CEUs granted for satisfactory completion of the class.
Site/Instructor
Name of the site and instructor are listed for each class section.
“Staff” may be indicated if the instructor has not been determined.
*Senior fees= 62 years of age or older may qualify for this reduced fee.
Please check for specific office hours and campus holidays prior to visiting our campuses.
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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Arts AND CRAFTS
Beginning Soap Making
Creating your own soap is easy and fun! Spend time making
soap that you can take home and enjoy. This hands-on class
is for the beginner as well as the experienced soap maker
and will allow you to explore the art of combining saponified
oils and scents to create your own special soap. This is soap
making from scratch – just like your grandma used to make
– with a modern touch to give your soap that luxurious
touch. Participants will take home recipes as well as some
of the soap we create in class. Bring old long sleeve shirt,
rubber gloves, safety goggles, a quart-size empty cardboard
milk container, and an old towel. All other supplies provided.
Participants will take home approximately six 4 ounce bars
of soap. Note: This is not a class for children.
304-640-0M2 (27914) S
10/23
9:00 AM-NOON
$
1 Session
16.90 $15.18 Sr.
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Dela Ends
304-640-0M3 (27915) S
11/13
9:00 AM-NOON
$
1 Session
16.90 $15.18 Sr.
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Dela Ends
304-640-0M1 (27913) W
12/8
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
16.90 $15.18 Sr.
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Dela Ends
Create Your Own Jewelry
Have you admired the unusual and unique “one of a kind”
jewelry some people wear? Did you wonder where they got
it? Maybe they designed and created it themselves. You can
learn to do that, too! In this class, participants will explore
four jewelry making techniques using a wide assortment of
materials including base metals, sterling silver, wire, glass,
and clay. Areas of exploration will include: fabrication, glass
slumping, beading, and bead making. Each week students
will purchase a kit that includes the supplies needed to
complete that week’s project. Supplies include metals, wire,
cords, findings, beads, glass, glass glue, clays as well as firing
time included. Project fees vary depending upon current
supply costs and will run between approximately $10.00 and
$
15.00 depending upon materials used.
202-651-0O2 (27895) M
9/27
5:30-8:30 PM
$
4 Sessions
31.60 $24.70 Sr.
Site: Monroe High School
Instructor: Kathy King
Custom Cards
Learn the beautiful and practical art of making custom
cards by hand. Students will learn a variety of card making
techniques, including simple fold cards, embellishments,
layered paper and embossing. Each class will feature all
new cards, including seasonal and/or special event themes.
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Students will need to bring a ruler, small sharp scissors,
pencil, notebook, and double-sided adhesive tape to class.
The instructor will have materials available at the class for a
small fee, or students may bring their own supplies.
202-651-0M2 (27931) S
9/25
9:30 AM-NOON
$
1 Session
10.90 $9.18 Sr.
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Debra Miller
202-651-0M4 (27933) W
10/13
6:00-8:30 PM
$
1 Session
10.90 $9.18 Sr.
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Debra Miller
202-651-0M3 (27932) S
10/23
9:30 AM-NOON
$
1 Session
10.90 $9.18 Sr.
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Debra Miller
NEW! Gifts from Home
“Home-made” gifts have become more popular in recent
years, for both practical and nostalgic reasons. Making gifts
for holiday giving may provide personal satisfaction as well
as being easier on the budget. Participants in this class will
learn about making simple candles, which can be done by
melting down and reusing wax from old candles already on
hand. Decorating techniques and ideas will also be shared
for creating unique gifts.
202-651-0M1 (27928) W
11/17
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
15.90 $14.18 Sr.
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Dela Ends
Drawing & Painting
Drawing and Painting
Studio atmosphere allows adult artists to learn and/or expand
their knowledge. Whether you choose to draw or prefer
to paint with watercolor, acrylic, or oil, the individualized
instruction, demonstrations and critiques will inspire you to
get started and keep going. Recommended supplies will be
discussed at the first class. Textbook optional.
815-644-0B1 (27952) T
9/21
6:30-9:00 PM
$
8 Sessions
50.00 $38.50 Sr.
Site: Beloit Center
Instructor: Carla Day-Johnson
NEW! Intermediate Drawing
This class is aimed at students with some drawing experience
and the desire to learn more. The focus will be on enhancing
and improving technical skills, adding expression, working
with various differing mediums and lighting. Supplies
needed: Large sketch pad; #2 & #6 drawing pencils with
additional supplies to be discussed at the first class.
815-644-0O2 (27903) T
9/28
6:00-8:30 PM
$
8 Sessions
50.00 $38.50 Sr.
Site: Monroe Senior Center Instructor: Tina Duemler
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Drawing & Painting
Woodworking
NEW! Watercolor Landscapes
This workshop will focus on advanced techniques for
the experienced painter to create exciting and realistic
landscapes. Come prepared to spend a day adding to your
knowledge and experience. Lunch will be on your own.
Note: This is not a class for beginners.
Sommerfeld Cabinetry - Level 1
Create a functional and outstanding piece for your home
utilizing the Sommerfeld Router Table’s exceptional ability
to easily produce a traditional, Cathedral, or Somerset
style raised panel design. This course is not for beginning
woodworking students. It is highly recommended that a
beginning woodworking course (which can be taken at any
of the woodworking open lab classes) be completed prior to
taking this course. Additional costs for wood, hardware and
supplies will be discussed at the first session. Safety glasses
required.
815-644-0M1 (27897) S
11/6
8:30 AM-4:30 PM
$
1 Session
20.10 $16.08 Sr.
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Kathleen D’Angelo
Pottery & Ceramics
Creating with Clay
Express your creativity and create forms which are useful
and admired. Students will leave the course knowing the
fundamentals of pottery making. Basic hand building and
throwing techniques will be explored as well as formulating
glazes and learning several firing methods.
202-651-0O1 (27894) T
9/14
5:30-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
65.40 $55.05 Sr.
Site: Monroe High School
Instructor: Kathy King
Sewing & Needlecraft
409-408-0C3 (28073) F
9/3
1:00-4:00 PM
$
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
6 Sessions
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Dick Gabrielson
Sommerfeld Cabinetry - Level 2
Take the basics you learned in Level 1 and, with the
instructor’s help, take a peek at a computer program that
will help you design and build your own cabinet in this
class. Prerequisite: Previous cabinetmaking experience
or cabinetmaking class; this course is not for beginning
woodworking students. Safety glasses required. Additional
costs for wood, hardware and supplies will be discussed at
the first session.
Beginning Quilt Making
This class is designed for persons with little or no quilting
experience and provides a very basic introduction to the craft.
Students will work on completing a baby quilt, using strip
piecing methods. Additional projects and ideas will be available
and provided as part of the class. Supplies needed for this
class: 3 pieces (1 yard each) of fabric (good quality cotton
and should coordinate with each other. Students should not
choose flannel for a first project.); rotary cutter and rotary
cutting mat; quilting ruler; pins, scissors, pencil; good quality
thread (students should have one full bobbin wound for their
machine); practice scraps of fabric; sewing machine in good
working order which the student can operate; extension cord.
409-408-0C2 (28072) F
10/15
1:00-4:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Dick Gabrielson
306-635-0O1 (28104) T
9/21
6:00-9:00 PM
$
3 Sessions
24.70 $19.53 Sr.
Site: Monroe High School
Instructor: Colleen Gift
409-411-0CD (28082) M
8/30
6:00-9:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Dick Gabrielson
Sewing Lab
Do you have some sewing experience but need a little
assistance on a project or two? Come to Sewing Lab! In
addition to helping you with your individual project(s), the
instructor will demonstrate and explain many useful sewing
techniques. Bring a project of your choice and basic sewing
supplies to the first class.
409-411-0CG (28085) T
8/31
3:00-6:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Dick Gabrielson
301-400-0C1 (27957) W
9/15
6:30-9:00 PM
$
10 Sessions
72.90 $4.00 Sr.
2.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Cynthia Walker
Woodworking
Create heirlooms that can be handed down through the
generations. Combine solid hardwood and your choice
of plan (you can use your own plan or choose from one of
the many plans the instructor has available) to construct a
unique piece that all generations will cherish. Open to all skill
levels from novices to experienced woodworkers. Students
must supply their own safety glasses (required) and building
materials; materials will be discussed at the first session.
409-411-0C8 (28076) T
8/31
6:30-9:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Dick Gabrielson
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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Woodworking
Woodworking (cont.)
409-411-0C7 (28075) W
9/1
9:00 AM-NOON
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Lagerhausen
409-411-0C9 (28077) R
9/2
6:30-9:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Lagerhausen
409-411-0O1 (27884) R
9/9
6:30-9:00 PM
$
10 Sessions
73.13 $4.23 Sr.
2.5 CEU
Site: Monroe High School
Instructor: Kim Cairy
409-411-0O3 (28033) T
10/5
6:30-9:00 PM
$
10 Sessions
73.13 $4.23 Sr.
2.5 CEU
Site: Milton High School
Instructor: Jim Polarski
409-411-0O4 (28034) W
10/6
6:30-9:00 PM
$
73.13 $4.23 Sr.
2.5 CEU
10 Sessions
Site: Milton High School
Instructor: Jim Polarski
409-411-0O2 (28006) S
10/2
9:00 AM-NOON
$
8 Sessions
67.60 $4.00 Sr.
2.4 CEU
Site: Edgerton High School
Instructor: Joe Mink
409-411-0CI (28087) T
10/12
3:00-6:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Dick Gabrielson
409-411-0C6 (28074) T
10/12
6:30-9:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Dick Gabrielson
409-411-0CB (28080) W
10/13
9:00 AM-NOON
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Lagerhausen
409-411-0C0 (28078) R
10/14
6:30-9:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Lagerhausen
409-411-0CA (28079) M
10/18
6:00-9:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Dick Gabrielson
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Woodworking - Thursday Afternoon
Are you at home on Thursday afternoons watching TV or
surfing the internet and need a break from it? How about
an afternoon woodworking class complete with hand power
tools and the refreshing, invigorating scent of fresh, clean
wood shavings? Normally, it doesn’t get any better than
that, but we also have a great instructor who will teach you
to work safely! (Only new lumber is permitted in this class.
Safety glasses required.)
409-411-0CC (28081) R
9/2
4:00-6:00 PM
$
35.80 $4.00 Sr.
1.2 CEU
6 Sessions
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Lagerhausen
409-411-0CH (28086) R
10/14
4:00-6:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
35.80 $4.00 Sr.
1.2 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Lagerhausen
Woodworking for Women
For women at all woodworking skill levels, from novices
to experienced woodworkers! Beginners will receive
instruction on the safe use of common woodworking tools
as you work with your instructor on a specific woodworking
project. Those with advanced skill levels will receive
instruction and guidance from the instructor on the project
of your choice. Supply list provided at first class. Safety
glasses required.
409-411-0CF (28084) S
9/11
8:00 AM-NOON
$
6 Sessions
67.60 $4.00 Sr.
2.4 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Dick Gabrielson
409-411-0CE (28083) S
10/23
8:00 AM-NOON
$
6 Sessions
67.60 $4.00 Sr.
2.4 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Dick Gabrielson
Building and Machinery Operation
Small Engine Repair
Learn how to repair your home outdoor power equipment.
While you work on your own equipment, you will learn small
engine theory, carburetion, ignition and some light chassis
maintenance. Bring your own piece of power equipment,
tools and paper shop towels. Please note that we may not
be able to accommodate rider mowers and larger items.
Textbook required.
461-400-0O1 (28036) T
9/14
6:00-9:00 PM
$
12 Sessions
110.03 $14.63 Sr.
3.6 CEU
Site: Milton High School Instructor: David Barnes
461-400-0O2 (28037) R
9/16
6:00-9:00 PM
$
12 Sessions
110.03 $14.63 Sr.
3.6 CEU
Site: Milton High School Instructor: David Barnes
Fall 2010 Community Education Schedule
BLACKHAWK TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Career Link
Safety
AutoCAD
Chainsaw Safety and Operations -- Basic
This class provides you with a basic understanding of
the chainsaw, including chainsaw maintenance, chain
sharpening and identification, bar maintenance, practical
and safe cutting techniques, chainsaw safety and safety
equipment. Must be at least 16 years of age to attend. This
class meets for three sessions: the weeknight sessions will
meet from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm; and the Saturday session will
meet from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm. Bring your own chainsaw
to all of the sessions.
AutoCAD - Beginning
This course will teach a beginner the commands within
AutoCAD and how to set up drawings. We will instruct you
on how to draw mechanical details, dimension drawings,
and how to plot drawings. It is designed to familiarize
students with available commands in AutoCAD for the
beginners. It is not expected that the students will become
proficient operators by the end of this class. Lecture/
demonstration/lab type activities where the students will
receive “hands-on” time to learn the basics will be provided.
Prerequisite: An introductory computer class.
421-406-0C1 (27963) W
10/6
6:00-9:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Steve Vinz
Electricity
Basic Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers
This introductory class will give you a basic overview of how
to install, wire and configure SLC 500 programmable logic
controllers and do basic programming for ladder logic.
413-489-0C1 (27961) T
9/14
5:30-8:30 PM
$
91.69 $12.19 Sr.
3.0 CEU
10 Sessions
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Bittner
Electricity for Construction and Industry I
Part I of a three-part series of electrical courses. This course
introduces basic electrical theory and covers basic circuit
calculations for DC and AC power for series and parallel
circuits. This series of courses is offered for tradesmen,
maintenance personnel and individuals with an interest in
electrical equipment and electrical distribution systems.
Textbook required.
414-451-0N1 (28003) R
9/16
5:30-8:30 PM
$
10 Sessions
83.50 $4.00 Sr.
3.0 CEU
Site: CTS
Instructor: John Bittner
National Electric Code
This class covers Articles 300-500 of the National Electric Code.
The course is intended for anyone with little or no formal
electrical training and experience. Latest code changes
will be reviewed and code applications to both residential
and industrial electricity will be discussed. This course can
fulfill continuing educational requirements for certification.
Approved for Journeyman and Master Electrician Continuing
Education Credits. NEC Code Book required.
413-481-0C1 (27960) W
9/1
5:30-8:30 PM
$
10 Sessions
83.50 $4.00 Sr.
3.0 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Bob Fahey
057-416-0C1 (27968) MWS
9/20
6:00-9:00 PM
$
3 Sessions
35.80 $4.00 Sr.
1.2 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: David Barnes
Chainsaw Safety and Operations -- Advanced
You will apply safe brush-clearing techniques as well as
directional and bench-felling procedures in this course.
Students will also perform simulated bucket-cutting
techniques. Come prepared to work outside. Prerequisite:
Chainsaw Operation and Safety-Basic.
057-417-0C1 (27969) S
10/2
8:00 AM-4:00 PM
$
1 Session
25.20 $4.00 Sr.
.8 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: David Barnes
Welding
Welding - Open
Upgrade your skills with individualized instruction in the
principles of welding techniques and processes related to
various materials. Welding safety is emphasized.
442-412-0O2 (28035) M
9/13
6:00-9:00 PM
$
10 Sessions
118.50 $39.00 Sr.
3.0 CEU
Site: Milton High School Instructor: Jeff Bachinski
442-412-0O3 (28124) W
9/15
6:00-9:00 PM
10 Sessions
$118.50 $39.00 Sr.
3.0 CEU
Site: Milton High School
Instructor: Jeff Bachinski
442-412-0O1 (27886) T
9/21
6:30-9:00 PM
$
8 Sessions
79.00 $26.00 Sr.
2.0 CEU
Site: Monroe High School Instructor: Dan Saunders
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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Computers & Related Technology
Accounting
This series of QuickBooks courses is designed to help you get the
most out of this software and maximize your efficiency.
QuickBooks - Getting Started
Get the most out of QuickBooks and determine if it is right
for your small business or non-profit. Not sure if you are
maximizing all of the QuickBooks features? Find out in
this class. This course is the first in a series of QuickBooks
courses. A textbook is required for the class held at CTS (it
is included in the price of the class and will be provided for
students in class); other locations do not require a textbook.
103-478-0O1 (28010) M
9/20
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Evansville High School Instructor: Andrea Hayes
103-478-0M1 (27905) M
9/20
6:00-9:00 PM
$
19.90 $4.00 Sr.
.6 CEU
2 Sessions
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Patty James
103-478-0N4 (28002) W
9/22
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
41.60 $31.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: CTS Instructor: Andrea Hayes
QuickBooks - Put QuickBooks to Work
Discover how to create and print invoices, receipts,
statements, track bills, inventory and receivables; reconcile
checking accounts and credit cards; and learn how to
generate reports useful to your business or non-profit
organization. This course is the second in the QuickBooks
series. Textbook required for the class held at CTS. (This
class uses the same textbook as the QuickBooks-Getting
Started class. Students who do not register for the first class
in the series will need to purchase the textbook at the Central
Campus Bookstore.) Textbook not required at other locations.
103-478-0N3 (28001) W
9/29
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: CTS Instructor: Andrea Hayes
103-478-0M2 (27906) M
10/4
6:00-9:00 PM
$
2 Sessions
19.90 $4.00 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Patty James
QuickBooks - Payroll
Add to your growing awareness of what QuickBooks can
do for you. Familiarize yourself with payroll taxes, filing
requirements, reporting, proper employee documentation,
and how to process a live payroll using QuickBooks Standard
Payroll Service. This course is the third course in the
QuickBooks series. Textbook required for class held at CTS
(it is included in the price of the class and will be provided for
students in class). Other locations do not require a textbook.
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QuickBooks - Payroll (cont.)
103-478-0N1 (27999) W
10/6
6:00-9:00 PM
$
2 Sessions
46.90 $31.00 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: CTS Instructor: Andrea Hayes
103-478-0M3 (27907) M
10/18
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Patty James
QuickBooks for Contractors
Draw on the power of QuickBooks to make your projects
more profitable! We will take an in-depth look at items,
invoicing, and reports to help you track your time and/or
materials for a specific job, track your costs, and then invoice
your customers for the expenses. This is the final course
in the QuickBooks series. Textbook required for class held
at CTS location. (This class uses the same textbook that
is used in the QuickBooks-Payroll class. Students who did
not register for the QuickBooks-Payroll class will need to
purchase their book at the Central Campus Bookstore.)
103-478-0N2 (28000) W
10/20
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: CTS Instructor: Andrea Hayes
Buying and Selling Online Series
Learn how to buy and sell merchandise and make travel
arrangements online. Must be somewhat familiar with the
internet.
Buying and Selling with Craig’s List
Frustrated with the shipping charges of eBay or losing out
on yet another auction? There is another game in town
called Craig’s List (which is truly the world’s biggest garage
sale). List your items for sale on the internet and view other
items available for purchase. Since it is local, you can pick up
your item the same day and receive your cash the day you
sell it. No more shipping, no more waiting five days for an
auction to end. This is a faster, more socially interactive way
to buy and make money from your unused items.
103-444-0C1 (27977) M
9/13
9:00-11:30 AM
$
4 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Tina Aldrich
Craig’s List Tips
What is Craig’s List and how can it benefit you? Come
and learn more about this centralized network of online
communities and how it can become a tool for you. Find out
how this free online classified advertizing service can provide
information you can put to work for buying, selling, finding a
job, what’s happening in your area, and much more.
103-445-0M1 (27910) R
10/7
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Matt Urban
Fall 2010 Community Education Schedule
Computers & Related Technology
Buying and Selling Online Series
eBay - Selling
Emphasis for this class is selling online. You will learn how to
navigate screens, set up an account, and download digital
photos as well as techniques for successfully selling all of
those treasures to treasure hunters.
103-444-0C2 (27978) M
9/13
NOON-2:30 PM
$
4 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Tina Aldrich
Computer Applications
Become proficient with Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint,
Publisher, and more.
Access 2007 - Beginning
This class introduces you to Microsoft Access, a powerful,
easy-to-use database application that allows you to organize
a collection of related information. Access enables you to
manage large amounts of information, retrieve it quickly
and share it with other Microsoft Office applications.
Recommended Prerequisite: An introductory computer
class or working knowledge of the computer. A flash drive is
recommended for saving projects.
103-472-0C1 (27991) R
9/9
6:00-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Deborah Gosa
Excel 2007 - Beginning
Create, enter, and edit data in the popular Microsoft
spreadsheet. In this hands-on course, you will learn
commands and functions to select, copy, and move ranges;
and experiment with different fonts, borders, shading,
styles, and colors to enhance your spreadsheet. Setting
up formulas and printing spreadsheets will be covered
as well. Recommended Prerequisite: An introductory
computer course such as Windows Basics. A flash drive is
recommended for saving projects.
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Excel 2007 - Beginning & Beyond
Want to learn a little more than a beginner’s class will
teach you? Here, you’ll learn all of the beginner level skills
along with a few more features and tips that will take you
further . . . not only in Microsoft Excel but also in your skill
and confidence levels. Recommended prerequisite: An
introductory computer class or working knowledge of the
computer. A flash drive is recommended for saving projects.
103-468-0B1 (27947) M
9/13
6:00-8:30 PM
$
57.00 $4.00 Sr.
2.0 CEU
8 Sessions
Site: Beloit Center Instructor: Deborah Gosa
Excel 2007 - Intermediate
Strengthen your skills in this Microsoft spreadsheet program.
Explore more commands and functions, set up formulas,
write more complex formulas, create and modify charts
and graphs, and learn linking of data. Some logic functions
(IF, AND, OR, NOT) will also be covered. Prerequisite: A
beginning Excel course or comparable experience using
MS Excel; this class is not for beginners. A flash drive is
recommended for saving projects.
103-469-0O1 (27920) M
11/1
5:30-8:30 PM
$
5 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Monroe High School
Instructor: Greg Isely
103-469-0C1 (27990) W
11/3
NOON-2:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Tina Aldrich
103-469-0B1 (27948) M
11/8
6:00-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Beloit Center Instructor: Deborah Gosa
Microsoft Office 2007 Overview
Microsoft Office 2007 Overview will take an exploratory look
at the MS Office package. During the sessions, students will
receive an introduction to the Office component programs
of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and others. The class provides an
overview of how the programs work and how they function
together.
103-468-0C2 (27989) W
9/15
NOON-2:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Tina Aldrich
103-460-0C2 (27982) W
11/3
6:00-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Deborah Gosa
103-468-0M1 (27919) M
9/20
5:30-8:30 PM
$
5 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Greg Isely
Microsoft Publisher
Learn how to create professional publications in no time
with Microsoft Publisher. This popular desktop publishing
software will help you create great-looking newsletters,
flyers, and other marketing materials.
103-477-0M1 (27921) W
10/13
5:30-8:30 PM
$
2 Sessions
19.90 $4.00 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Robin McLeish
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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Computers & Related Technology
Computer Applications
Word 2007 - Intermediate (cont.)
103-465-0M1 (27923) W
10/20
5:30-8:30 PM
$
5 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Julie Scheppele
PowerPoint - Introduction
Jazz up your speeches! Add punch to your presentations!
Learn to create, manage and run slide shows using this
popular and easy-to-learn software package. A flash drive is
recommended for saving projects.
103-465-0C2 (27988) W
11/3
9:00-11:30 AM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Tina Aldrich
103-476-0C1 (27992) R
10/28
6:00-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Deborah Gosa
Word 2007 - Beginning
Use the popular Microsoft Word software to create, modify,
print, save and retrieve a word processing document.
Customize your document by selecting fonts, copying,
moving and formatting text, setting margins and using the
spelling and thesaurus tools. Recommended Prerequisites: A
beginning computer class or basic working knowledge of the
computer. A flash drive is recommended for saving projects.
103-464-0M5 (27922) W
9/8
5:30-8:30 PM
$
5 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Robin McLeish
103-464-0C2 (27984) W
9/15
9:00-11:30 AM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Tina Aldrich
Word 2007 - Beginning & Beyond
Want to learn a little more than a beginner’s class will teach
you? Here, you’ll learn all of the beginner level skills along
with a few more features and tips that will help take you
a little further . . . not only in the Microsoft Word software,
but also in your skill and confidence levels. Recommended
prerequisite: An introductory computer class or working
knowledge of the computer. A flash drive is recommended
for saving projects.
103-464-0C1 (27979) T
9/7
6:00-8:30 PM
$
8 Sessions
57.00 $4.00 Sr.
2.0 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Deborah Gosa
Word 2007 - Intermediate
Continue building your skills in Word 2007, enhance your
documents, and learn to use MS Word to complement your
time management skills. We will cover more advanced
features including Find and Replace, tabs/margins, page
numbering, header/footer, templates, columns, tables,
mailing labels, pictures and charts. Prerequisite: A
beginning MS Word course or comparable experience using
MS Word; this class is not for beginners. A flash drive is
recommended for saving projects.
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103-465-0C1 (27987) T
11/9
6:00-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Deborah Gosa
Computer Basics
Learn computer basics, keyboarding, email, getting around in
Windows and on the World Wide Web.
Basic Keyboarding
Master the computer keyboard using the touch system
(letters, numbers and symbols) while developing speed
and accuracy in a non-threatening environment. Textbook
required. This class coordinates with the Office Technology
Keyboarding FlexLab class and uses the same text.
106-430-0M1 (27898) MW
8/23
8:00-10:00 AM
$
16 Sessions
88.80 $4.00 Sr.
3.2 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Rita Farris
Computer for the Absolute Beginner
This absolutely non-threatening class offers exposure to
the hardware, terminology, and functions of the personal
computer. Learn basic keyboard functions, how to use a
mouse, and how to create a document. Prerequisite: Basic
keyboarding/typing skills. A flash drive is recommended for
saving projects.
103-464-0M1 (27908) T
9/14
1:00-3:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: John Bulanda
103-464-0B1 (27946) W
9/15
6:00-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Beloit Center Instructor: Deborah Gosa
103-464-0M6 (27934) T
9/21
5:30-8:30 PM
$
5 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Matt Urban
103-464-0O2 (28008) T
9/28
6:00-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Evansville High School Instructor: Kyle McDonald
103-464-0C4 (27986) M
$
6 Sessions
46.40
Site: Central Campus
10/11
6:00-8:30 PM
4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Instructor: Domanic Wiegel
$
Fall 2010 Community Education Schedule
Computers & Related Technology
Computer Basics
File Management
Do you know how to save documents using a flash drive?
Can you save a document and then find it again? These are
just a few of the things you will learn in this class. Using
My Computer and Windows Explorer, you will learn how
to organize your documents and folders for easier use. You
will learn how to create, save, find, open, view and delete
files and folders. A flash drive is recommended for saving
projects.
103-440-0O1 (27939) T
9/21
5:30-8:30 PM
$
2 Sessions
19.90 $4.00 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: Monroe High School Instructor: Robin McLeish
Internet & Email Basics
This class will provide an introduction to and basic comfort
level in the use of the internet and e-mail for those with
little or no experience. Basic terminology, security measures,
search techniques, message protocol and more will be
covered.
103-444-0M1 (27909) T
10/26
1:00-3:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: John Bulanda
103-444-0M4 (27935) T
11/2
5:30-8:30 PM
$
5 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Matt Urban
Computers at Home
Genealogy, Newsletters, CD Burning, etc. are featured here.
Genealogy (Family History) and the Internet
Learn how to explore the Internet to find resources and
locate documents pertaining to your ancestors and related
(collateral) lines. Previous Internet experience is helpful but
not necessary. This class is suitable for both beginning and
experienced researchers.
103-464-0M4 (27917) R
9/16
2:00-4:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
35.80 $4.00 Sr.
1.2 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Patricia Skubis
103-464-0M3 (27916) R
9/16
6:00-8:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
35.80 $4.00 Sr.
1.2 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Patricia Skubis
103-464-0C3 (27985) S
10/2
9:00 AM-NOON
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Deborah Gosa
BLACKHAWK TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Holiday Newsletter Ideas
Learn how to create different styles of letters with varying
layouts, column widths and designs. Create tri-fold
newsletters, cards and much more. Learn how to work with
clip art and word art to make newsletters that will impress
your family and friends.
103-464-0N2 (27998) T
11/2
10:30 AM-NOON
$
4 Sessions
19.90 $4.00 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: CTS
Instructor: Tina Aldrich
Holiday Newsletter Workshop
Just in time for the holidays, put all of your budding
knowledge together to create exciting newsletters to
send to family and friends. In this workshop, you will learn
additional techniques to create and produce personalized
newsletters or cards to send via regular mail or the Internet
to your acquaintances.
103-464-0O3 (28009) T
11/9
6:00-8:30 PM
$
3 Sessions
25.20 $4.00 Sr.
.8 CEU
Site: Evansville High School Instructor: Kyle McDonald
103-464-0O1 (28004) W
11/10
6:00-8:30 PM
$
3 Sessions
25.20 $4.00 Sr.
.8 CEU
Site: Edgerton High School
Instructor: Holly Fox
103-464-0N1 (27997) T
11/30 10:30 AM-NOON
$
4 Sessions
19.90 $4.00 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: CTS
Instructor: Tina Aldrich
Digital Photography and Digital Video
Get the most out of your camera. Learn how to take, edit, and
print quality images and movies.
Digital Photography - Practical Tips for Beginners
Get your feet wet in photography with this fun and
informative, hands-on course. Discover the joy and
fulfillment of photography by learning the art and the
practical tips of the discipline. Pick up tips and tricks to
taking better photos, decipher your lengthy manual, and
even learn what to look for when buying a camera. Digital
camera encouraged, but not required.
203-401-0C2 (27955) R
9/9
6:30-9:00 PM
$
4 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Burns
203-401-0O1 (28005) T
$
4 Sessions
30.50
Site: Edgerton High School
9/28
6:00-8:30 PM
4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Instructor: Matt Thompson
$
203-401-0O3 (28012) W
9/29
6:00-8:30 PM
$
4 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Evansville High School Instructor: Steve Feeney
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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Computers & Related Technology
Digital Photography and Digital Video
Digital Photography for Beginners
Capture the power and flexibility of digital photography.
Learn how digital cameras work, how to use computer
software to make minor corrections, and how to save your
images in various formats. Bring your camera from home,
if you like. This class is primarily designed for working with
photos after they are taken.
103-412-0M1 (27887) W
9/22
6:00-9:00 PM
$
3 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
.9 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Jules Cappelle
103-412-0C1 (27975) M
10/18
9:00-11:30 AM
$
4 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Tina Aldrich
Digital Photography - Intermediate
Accelerate to the next level with a deeper look into what
makes a great shot. Learn about supplementary equipment
and how it works with your camera to make great art. Get
hands-on experience while learning with your camera.
Digital camera strongly encouraged but not necessary.
Prerequisite: Beginning digital photography class.
103-411-0C2 (27972) M
9/13
6:30-9:00 PM
$
4 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Burns
103-411-0C1 (27971) M
10/18
NOON-2:30 PM
$
4 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Tina Aldrich
Photoshop Elements 7.0 - Intermediate
Continue to expand your knowledge of this powerful
graphics program by learning additional features of
Photoshop Elements. Prerequisite: Photoshop Elements Beginning or working knowledge of the software.
203-401-0C3 (27956) R
10/14
6:30-9:00 PM
$
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
4 Sessions
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Burns
103-411-0C3 (27973) M
10/11
6:30-9:00 PM
$
4 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Burns
203-401-0O2 (28011) W
10/27
6:00-8:30 PM
$
4 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Evansville High School Instructor: Steve Feeney
Graphic Design
Produce eye-catching photographs, ads, newsletters, catalogs,
cards, and magazines with Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign,
and other powerful design tools.
How to Use the Advanced Features on Your Digital Camera
Digital cameras can do amazing things if you know how to
use them. Are you mystified by the advanced features and
capabilities of your camera? Come to this class, and we’ll
show you how to make better use of your camera and the
features it has available for you.
203-401-0M2 (27889) W
11/3
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Jules Cappelle
Taking a Better Digital Photo
Before you learn the software that will allow you to finesse
your photos, you may want to learn more about taking digital
photos. This class will focus on how to use the digital camera
to capture the photographic images you want to preserve.
203-401-0M1 (27888) W
10/27
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Jules Cappelle
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Photoshop Elements 7.0 - Beginning
Uncover the secret(s) for enhancing and manipulating
your digital and scanned photos. Photoshop Elements, the
companion program to the powerful design oriented Adobe
Photoshop, is a professional yet inexpensive program that
will help you decide what you can do to make your photos
better; and it gives you a variety of filters and amazing tools
to use. This class provides a basic knowledge of the tools and
more! Participants will get enough experience to do basic
projects and feel comfortable working with the program.
Bring in some of your photos on disk, and you will be able
to produce some stunning results! Prerequisite: Working
knowledge of a computer keyboard.
For the most current course listing, visit blackhawk.edu
NEW! Adobe® Creative Suite® 4 - Overview
Tap into the power of the Adobe® Creative Suite® 4 Design
Standard Edition and take your design projects – and your
career – to the next level. Discover the basics of what this
software package can do and how you can begin to create
amazing digital and vector graphics and eye-catching page
layouts; and you will also see how you can be more efficient
with your prepress and production skills. The programs work
collaboratively together to help you do more in less time
while producing high-quality designs. We’ll introduce you
to Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator
and Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro to get you started on the path
of turning your creative visions into reality. A Flash drive
recommended for saving projects.
103-421-0C1 (28097) W
9/22
5:30-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
51.70 $4.00 Sr.
1.8 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Angie Kablar
Fall 2010 Community Education Schedule
Computers & Related Technology
Graphic Design
Design and Digital Art with Adobe Illustrator CS4
for Beginners
Come learn the tools and techniques of digital illustration
and graphic design using the industry standard software
Adobe Illustrator CS4. This software is what the pros use;
and this class will teach you how to use the software to
create digital art to use on websites, calendars, greeting
cards, wall decor, documents, letterhead, envelopes, t-shirts,
fliers, newsletters, publications, scrapbooks, slideshows/
video, PowerPoint or even your own logo! This class will also
introduce you to integration of the Adobe Creative Suite
(CS4). Basic computer skills required.
103-420-0C1 (27976) T
10/26
6:30-9:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Burns
Photoshop Basics
Learn how to get the most out of this powerful, professionalgrade graphics program. Photoshop has become a standard
tool for enhancing images/designs for web and other
media – let’s unleash some of its potential! If you like to be
creative, here’s your chance to give your photos from home
an interesting twist! This course will introduce the tools
and techniques necessary to create stunning photographs/
designs by adding various effects, filters and colors.
Participants will get enough experience to do basic projects
and feel comfortable working in the Photoshop program.
Bring some of your photos on disk or CD and you will be
able to produce some stunning results! Prerequisite: Basic
word processing skills. Note: Photoshop 7.0 used at BTC,
Photoshop CS used at Monroe High School.
103-411-0M1 (27896) M
11/1
5:30-8:30 PM
$
4 Sessions
35.80 $4.00 Sr.
1.2 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Kathy King
Photoshop for Beginners
Go beyond the capabilities of Photoshop Elements
and enjoy the full power over your images with Adobe
Photoshop. With this professional, full version of Adobe’s
popular software, you will learn to make improvements to
images that just aren’t possible with Photoshop Elements.
Use the software the pros use and learn tips and tricks of
the trade. Work with exposure, sharpness, levels, color, black
and white, saturation, and much, much more. Basic working
knowledge of computers encouraged. The class at Central
Campus utilizes Adobe Creative Suite 4.
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The Internet
Master the ins and outs of the Internet, Outlook, search engines,
doing business online, and more.
NEW! Facebook Basics
Stay in touch (or reconnect) with friends and family through
Facebook, a social networking website where you can add
friends and send them messages; update your personal profile
to notify friends about yourself; and join networks organized by
workplace, school, or college. Discover how to set up and use
your account in this non-threatening, informational class.
103-445-0N1 (27996) T
9/14
10:30 AM-NOON
$
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
.9 CEU
6 Sessions
Site: CTS
Instructor: Tina Aldrich
iPod & iTunes Essentials
Enjoy the media technology that is still changing the world!
Learn how to use an iPod or similar MP3 player even if you
have not purchased one yet. This class will teach you how to
work with the free iTunes software. This amazing software
will allow you to organize and play many media files on
your computer. If you have an iPod, you can extend your
knowledge to learn how to use iTunes with your iPod. Basic
working knowledge of computers encouraged.
103-445-0C4 (27980) R
12/2
6:30-9:00 PM
$
2 Sessions
19.90 $4.00 Sr.
.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Burns
NEW! Skype and More
With global business and travel requiring world-wide
communication, instant access using the web has become
an essential tool. Skype is a software application allowing
users to make voice calls over the internet. This can be a
very inexpensive tool for communicating internationally
either with family members or for business purposes.
Additional features include instant messaging, file transfer,
and video conferencing. Other electronic communication
tools will also be briefly discussed.
103-444-0M2 (27924) M
10/25
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Margarita Garfias de Christianson
Join
Us On
Facebook!
103-411-0C4 (27974) T
9/7
6:30-9:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Burns
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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Computers & Related Technology
Emergency Medical Service
The Internet
Healthcare Provider CPR
For any medical staff personnel, medical type students,
EMT’s, nursing students, and nursing personnel. The
course consists of airway obstruction and CPR, two person
CPR, using adjunct equipment for infants, children, and
adults based on the newest American Heart Association
techniques. (OSHA approved)
Social Networking/Web 2.0: Twitter, Facebook, and More
You’ve heard about blogging, Twitter, Facebook, and more
but aren’t quite sure what they’re all about or how they
work. This class will introduce participants to websites that
promote social networking and sharing of videos, personal
journals, commentaries, or news on a particular subject.
Take advantage of these tools to locate and communicate
with former classmates, long-lost friends, and/or distant
family members. Find out how they are being used in
today’s world and take a look at the impact they’re making.
103-445-0M2 (27926) R
11/4
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Brenda Carus
103-445-0C5 (27981) TR
12/14
6:30-9:00 PM
$
19.90 $4.00 Sr.
.5 CEU
2 Sessions
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Burns
Webpage Design, Web Graphics and Multimedia
Create and post your very own site on the Web using the tools
the professionals use.
Build a Basic Website
Examine the techniques and skills necessary to design and
deploy a basic website using simple tools included in the
Windows operating system. Skills learned will be applicable
to users of all operating systems. Students should bring a
USB Flash drive (“thumb-drive”) to the first class for use in
transferring their class project to their home computer. Images
or files that students wish to use in their website project may
be preloaded on this drive. Prerequisite: Intermediate word
processing, file management, and internet usage skills.
103-463-0M1 (27911) R
10/14
6:00-8:30 PM
$
4 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Richard Grahn
Building a Website Using Dreamweaver - For Beginners
Learn web design using Dreamweaver (the same software
tool professionals use!). With instruction and guided practice,
master the basic elements of web design. Lessons include
creating web pages, optimizing graphic images, and
uploading content to a website. The software used for this
class is the Dreamweaver software that is part of the Adobe
Creative Suite 4 package. Experience using Adobe Photoshop
and Adobe Illustrator is highly recommended for this class.
103-463-0C3 (27983) M
11/15
6:30-9:00 PM
$
4 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: John Burns
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531-434-0C1 (27940) S
9/18
8:00 AM-2:00 PM
$
1 Session
40.40 $24.50 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Staff
531-434-0C2 (27941) S
12/4
8:00 AM-2:00 PM
$
1 Session
40.40 $24.50 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Staff
Healthcare Provider CPR Refresher
Bi-annual update for those already certified in CPR.
531-436-0C1 (27942) M
9/13
$
17.10 $6.50 Sr.
1 Session
Site: Central Campus
6:00-10:00 PM
.4 CEU
Instructor: Staff
531-436-0C2 (27943) M
10/25
$
1 Session
17.10 $6.50 Sr.
Site: Central Campus
6:00-10:00 PM
.4 CEU
Instructor: Staff
Heartsaver AED CPR
CPR is an emergency procedure designed to restore life
after sudden unexpected death has occurred. This basic life
support training includes recognition of the early warning
signs of heart attack and proper response to these symptoms.
When certified you will be able to recognize respiratory
arrest and perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation. CPR
involves a combination of ventilation techniques and chest
compressions. Proficiency in CPR requires mannequin
practice supervised by certified instructors. A bi-annual
refresher class is necessary to maintain CPR skills.
531-431-0C1 (27944) S
10/16 8:00 AM-2:00 PM
$
1 Session
41.40 $25.50 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Staff
Heartsaver AED First Aid
Basic First Aid for the general public, business and industrial
personnel. The course consists of the principles and
techniques for aiding the victim until more qualified help
arrives. Course also includes CPR and AED training.
531-426-0C1 (27945) S
11/13 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
$
1 Session
49.20 $28.00 Sr.
.7 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Staff
Fall 2010 Community Education Schedule
FOODS, HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Foods
NEW! Baking Basics
Is there anything more mouth-watering than the aroma
of fresh-baked bread? Has baking at home become more
appealing to your budget as well as to your knowledge of
what’s in your food? Learn about basic baking chemistry,
ingredients, tools, types of dough, tips and techniques for
baking breads, cakes, and more.
303-405-0O1 (27930) R
9/16
6:00-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
64.00 $21.60 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Monroe High School Instructor: Stef Culberson
NEW! Best Budget Meal Tips
Watching your pennies? It seems that most of us are trying
to do more with less, and meal planning is no exception.
But giving up good nutrition (which is important for good
health) in an effort to save money is counterproductive. This
class will cover some ideas for healthy meals that don’t break
the bank.
303-424-0O2 (27900) W
11/10
2:30-4:30 PM
$
$
9.30
4.00 Sr.
.2 CEU
1 Session
Site: Monroe Senior Center Instructor: Linda Colbeck
Cake Decorating - Advanced Techniques
Expand your skills to include tiered cakes with specialty
designs and borders. What a wonderful gift you’ll be able to
provide for the special people in your life . . . a one-of-a-kind
creation made with only them in mind! Students should
bring cake decorating supplies and icing to the first class.
303-621-0B1 (27950) R
9/23
6:30-8:30 PM
$
4 Sessions
26.20 $21.60 Sr.
Site: Beloit Center Instructor: Marge Harris
NEW! Cake Decorating - Focus On Fondant
For those aspiring to do more elaborate cake decorations,
we’ll focus on making and using fondant. Fondant can be
used when creating custom designs in decorating cupcakes
or cakes for special events like weddings or baby showers,
birthdays, holidays, or parties. Tools and supplies will be
discussed at the first class.
303-621-0O1 (27929) T
9/21
6:00-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
56.10 $47.48 Sr.
Site: Monroe High School Instructor: Stef Culberson
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NEW! Cake Decorating - That Extra Touch
Check out what’s new in cake decorating. Butterflies, flowers and
ribbons made from gelatin that resembles pulled sugar. Unique
ways to work with rolled fondant, and more . . . This class is for
people who strive to add that extra something to their cake
decorating repertoire. Materials will be discussed in class.
303-621-0C1 (28020) M
9/13
5:30-7:00 PM
$
39.65 $36.20 Sr.
4 Sessions
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Katie Thomas
NEW! Cooking For One or Two
No longer cooking for a crowd? Even if you’re only feeding
yourself, nutrition, presentation, and flavor are still important.
This class will provide ideas for quick and easy, but tasty and
nutritious, meals for one or two from entrée to dessert.
303-424-0O1 (27899) W
9/29
2:30-4:30 PM
$
4 Sessions
29.00 $7.80 Sr.
.8 CEU
Site: Monroe Senior Center Instructor: Linda Colbeck
NEW! Lose the Salt, Keep the Flavor
You’ve been advised that you need to cut down on your salt
intake for health reasons. You’ve read that many prepared
foods contain high amounts of sodium. But you know how
“flat” food tastes without salt. What to do? Come to this
workshop and learn how to cut the salt but keep the flavor
for tasty and nutritious meals.
303-416-0O1 (27938) W
9/8
1:00-3:00 PM
$
1 Session
12.30 $7.00 Sr.
.2 CEU
Site: Monroe Senior Center Instructor: Stef Culberson
Mediterranean Cooking
Tempt your family’s taste buds with dishes from Italy,
Greece, Spain, Morocco, and other Mediterranean countries.
Mediterranean cooking uses fresh ingredients, is healthy and
low in fat, and tastes terrific! Join us to learn how to prepare
tasty Mediterranean dishes.
303-637-0C1 (28105) R
9/23
5:30-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
91.95 $81.60 Sr.
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Jaleh Dabiri
Middle Eastern and Mediterranean Cooking for GlutenFree Diets
Cooking in these regions uses lots of fresh vegetables and
fresh foods. It’s not only a healthy way for everyone to eat,
but it can also help those who need to keep gluten out of
their diet. Come see how you can expand your gluten-free
cooking repertoire to include fares from these regions.
303-637-0C3 (28106) S
10/16
9:00 AM-NOON
$
1 Session
25.90 $24.18 Sr.
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Jaleh Dabiri
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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FOODS, HEALTH and WELLNESS
Health & Wellness
Introduction to Reflexology
Reflexology is the physical act of applying pressure to
the feet and hands with specific thumb, finger and hand
techniques without the use of oil or lotion. It is based on a
system of zones and reflex areas that reflect an image of the
body on the feet and hands with a premise that such work
effects a physical change to the body. You will be learning
these techniques to share and promote health and wellness.
537-601-0C1 (27964) T
9/21
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
10.90 $9.18 Sr.
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Maureen Birchfield
537-601-0B1 (27951) T
11/2
6:00-9:00 PM
$
10.90 $9.18 Sr.
1 Session
Site: Beloit Center
Instructor: Maureen Birchfield
Introduction to the Practice of Meditation
In this experiential course, students will be introduced to,
learn about, and practice meditation. Meditation has many
benefits including increased physiological and psychological
well-being and better concentration. Students will have the
opportunity to reflect on how it is influencing their lives
and fostering the development of compassion, equanimity
and peacefulness throughout the ten week course. Selected
readings will be discussed in class. This is a wonderful
opportunity to learn how this ancient practice can help us
cope with the challenges and stress of our modern day lives.
510-439-0O1 (27904) T
9/28
6:30-8:00 PM
$
6 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
.9 CEU
Site: Great Plains Zen CenterInstructor: Susan Andersen
Latin Dance Fitness
Get in step with the hottest dance/fitness program today.
Get fit with a fusion of Latin and international music that
creates a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system. It
is as much of a party as it is a workout. Join in the fun, but
please consult your doctor before beginning any exercise
program.
807-625-0O1 (28007) T
9/28
6:00-7:00 PM
$
8 Sessions
22.40 $17.80 Sr.
Site: Edgerton High School Instructor: Jodie Klamm
Tai Chi
“Meditation in motion.” Tai Chi, originally developed in China
as a form of self-defense, is a graceful form of exercise that has
existed for centuries. It promotes a mind-body connection
through gentle, flowing movements. Non-intimidating, it
appeals to people of all ages, and some view it as “therapy”
(rather than a workout) and practice it to help reduce stress
while improving flexibility and feelings of well being.
560-600-0C1 (27967) T
9/28
5:30-6:30 PM
$
27.00 $21.25 Sr.
10 Sessions
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Richard Mayo
NEW! Topics in Naturopathic Health - Updates
Dr. Aaron Henkel has been involved in the alternative
medicine field for over 15 years. He specializes in
comprehensive natural healthcare for the entire family using
herbal remedies, nutritional supplements, homeopathy,
physical medicine, bio-identical hormones, and diet/lifestyle
counseling to address the underlying causes of most health
complaints. His previous experience as a health-food store
owner has greatly contributed to his knowledge in natural
healing and fueled his passion for learning. In this class, Dr.
Henkel will provide you with the latest research surrounding
vitamins, herbs, and nutritional products. Special topics
include Vitamin D, vaccinations, and controversies
surrounding the use of multiple vitamins and folic acid.
560-400-0C1 (27965) T
11/2
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Aaron Henkel
NEW! Your Body in Health and Disease
Retired physician Gene Bostian will lead this course which
will discuss basic anatomy and physiology as well as disease
processes which affect the various organ systems. The
course will be flexible and will go where participants wish
to go. Material will be presented at the appropriate level of
complexity for the participants.
560-402-0C1 (27966) T
9/21
6:30-8:30 PM
$
4 Sessions
25.20 $4.00 Sr.
.8 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Gene Bostian
Holiday Cooking
NEW! Persian Holiday Pastry
Try something new for the holidays this year! Pastries from
this region use different ingredients than what you may be
accustomed to (rice flour, garbanzo bean flour, nuts). See
the differences just in time for the holidays!
303-605-0C1 (28019) S
11/6
9:00 AM-NOON
$
1 Session
25.90 $24.18 Sr.
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Jaleh Dabiri
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FOODS, HEALTH and WELLNESS
Personal (Home) Care Worker
Personal (Home) Care Worker
The Personal Care Worker-Home Care Course is a 40
hour course that prepares students to assist clients with
personal and restorative health care. Basic knowledge
and skills include current job duties, client rights, human
development, nutrition, safety, communication, supportive
and restorative care, and death and dying. Demonstration
of selected skills such as body mechanics, standard
precautions, hygiene care, transfers, and vital signs are
necessary to receive a certification of completion.
510-426-0M1 (27893) F
9/10 8:30 AM-12:30 PM
$
10 Sessions
110.00 $4.00 Sr.
4.0 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Dawn Dean
Home and Home Furnishing
Gardening
NEW! Organic Gardening 101 - Planning Ahead
Learn the basic principles and methods for successful
organic gardening for yourself and your family. Emphasis
in this fall session will be on planning ahead and preparing
for spring and summer gardening. Participants will receive
information on starting composting activity now, soil
preparation, pest management and disease prevention
without use of chemicals, and early seed order planning.
Best practices for planning and organizing the garden layout will also be discussed.
094-403-0M1 (27927) R
10/28
6:00-9:00 PM
$
3 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
.9 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Dela Ends
Home Furnishing
Chair Caning
Experience the satisfaction of caning your own chairs.
You will study the type of cane used, the selection and
preparation, and the techniques of application in the
completion of an appropriate class project. Students
provide their own project and supplies.
304-461-0C1 (28089) M
8/30
9:00-11:30 AM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Dorothy Laskowski
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Furniture Refinishing
Refinish your own furniture! Learn how to strip existing
finish, disassemble and glue (if necessary), and prepare
surface for refinishing. Bring your small piece of furniture,
old paint brush, scraper, rubber gloves, roll of paper towels,
#1 grade steel wool and you’ll be ready to get started!
Additional supplies will be discussed at first class.
304-465-0C5 (28095) M
8/30
1:00-3:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Dorothy Laskowski
304-465-0C3 (28093) R
9/2
9:00-11:30 AM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Dorothy Laskowski
304-465-0C1 (28091) R
9/2
1:00-3:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.5 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Dorothy Laskowski
304-465-0O1 (28032) M
10/4
6:30-9:00 PM
$
10 Sessions
72.90 $4.00 Sr.
2.5 CEU
Site: Milton High School
Instructor: Jim Polarski
304-465-0C4 (28094) R
10/14
9:00-11:30 AM
$
5 Sessions
41.10 $4.00 Sr.
1.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Dorothy Laskowski
304-465-0C2 (28092) R
10/14
1:00-3:30 PM
$
5 Sessions
41.10 $4.00 Sr.
1.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Dorothy Laskowski
304-465-0C6 (28096) M
10/18
1:00-3:30 PM
$
5 Sessions
41.10 $4.00 Sr.
1.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Dorothy Laskowski
Reupholstery
Reupholster your own furniture! (Sorry, no automobile
upholstery.) With the direction and guidance of the
instructor you will learn the operations of springing,
webbing and stuffing; as well as how to select an
appropriate fabric and apply it. Bring your own small
reupholstery project, cloth measuring tape, empty soup-size
tin can, old sheet or plastic drop cloth, 30 gallon size trash
bag, pliers and small screwdriver. Additional supplies will be
discussed at the first class.
304-462-0B1 (27962) M
9/20
5:30-8:30 PM
$
11 Sessions
94.10 $4.00 Sr.
3.3 CEU
Site: Beloit Center
Instructor: Curt Biele
304-461-0C2 (28090) M
10/18
9:00-11:30 AM
$
5 Sessions
41.10 $4.00 Sr.
1.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Dorothy Laskowski
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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Language and Communication
French
French for the Community I
Are you interested in learning a new language? If so, you’ll
enjoy this introduction to basic vocabulary and grammar
with an emphasis on basic French pronunciation and the
ability to use present tense in conversation. You’ll study
commonly used words and phrases, including workplace
applications. Prerequisite: One semester of French.
802-403-0C1 (28030) T
9/14
6:30-8:30 PM
$
8 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.6 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Sarah Shea
Communication to the Deaf - ASL for Beginners
American Sign Language (ASL) can bridge the
communication gap between the hearing and non-hearing.
For the hearing student, this course focuses on practicing
signing techniques at the beginning level. Textbook
required. Book available at Central Campus Bookstore.
140-402-0M1 (27902) R
9/23
6:30-9:00 PM
$
10 Sessions
72.90 $4.00 Sr.
2.5 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Margarita Garfias de Christianson
Spanish for the Absolute Beginner
This beginning level class is for students who have had
absolutely no prior Spanish language training. Emphasis is
on speaking and understanding simple conversations. No
textbook required for Monroe area classes. Textbooks for all
other locations are included in the total fee paid for the course.
533-411-0O1 (28038) M
9/13
7:00-9:30 PM
$
83.50 $4.00 Sr.
3.0 CEU
12 Sessions
Site: Milton High School
Instructor: Jim Inwood
140-401-0C2 (28026) M
$
8 Sessions
68.40
Site: Central Campus
533-411-0M1 (27912) M
9/20
6:00-8:00 PM
$
10 Sessions
57.00 $4.00 Sr.
2.0 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Esther Henry
140-401-0O1 (28031) M
9/13
6:30-8:30 PM
$
8 Sessions
68.40 $26.00 Sr.
1.6 CEU
Site: Milton High School Instructor: Sandra Fisher
Communication to the Deaf - ASL Continuing
For those who have taken a previous sign language course
(this course is not for beginners). Emphasis will be on
practicing signs already learned to become more fluent in
communicating in sign language. Textbook required. Book
available at Central Campus bookstore.
140-401-0C1 (28025) R
10/21
6:00-8:00 PM
$
8 Sessions
68.40 $26.00 Sr.
1.6 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Mark Triller
Sign Language
533-412-0O1 (28039) M
9/13
7:00-9:30 PM
$
12 Sessions
83.50 $4.00 Sr.
3.0 CEU
Site: Milton High SchoolInstructor: Jeanine Inwood
Spanish
Beginning Conversational Spanish
This beginning level class is for students who know little or
no Spanish. Emphasis is on speaking and understanding
simple conversations which may include basic greetings,
expressions of courtesy, weather, location, direction, and
more. The class also offers students cultural information
adding to the understanding and choice of words as well as
non-verbal communications.
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Beginning Conversational Spanish (cont.)
140-401-0M1 (27901) T
9/21
6:30-9:00 PM
$
10 Sessions
72.90 $4.00 Sr.
2.5 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Margarita Garfias de Christianson
Continuing Conversational Spanish
If you have completed Beginning Conversational Spanish
or a Spanish I class, this class will provide more practice
in speaking the language. Students will expand their
vocabulary and learn to formulate slightly more complex
sentences. Emphasis in this class is also on speaking and
understanding simple conversations with some fluency as
well as cultural similarities and differences.
For the most current course listing, visit blackhawk.edu
9/13
6:30-8:30 PM
26.00 Sr.
1.6 CEU
Instructor: Walter Gutierrez
$
Lunch and Learn: Spanish for the Absolute Beginner
Want to learn a new language but don’t have a large block
of time available? If so, meet with us (those who have no
prior Spanish language training) for one hour each week
as we emphasize speaking and understanding simple
conversations. What a great way to start an afternoon!
Textbook not required for this Lunch and Learn class.
140-401-0B1 (27949) T
9/14
NOON-1:00 PM
$
12 Sessions
35.80 $4.00 Sr.
1.2 CEU
Site: Beloit Center Instructor: Sandra Fisher
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BLACKHAWK TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Language and Communication
Personal Improvement
Spanish
NEW! Women’s Ed-Venture
Facilitated by women -- for women! Every woman has unique
issues and struggles but, most importantly, unique strengths.
We recognize that women have an instinctive ability to
demonstrate an inclusive, teambuilding style of problemsolving and decision-making. Our staff is uniquely qualified
to identify and build upon these teambuilding skills to help
you be even more insightful, adaptive, and successful using
cooperation and problem solving techniques. This workshop
is designed to reinforce what you are doing right, give you
a chance to try something new in a safe environment, and
give you the confidence to use these problem-solving skills
effectively in your personal and work life. Event held rain or
shine, so please plan and dress accordingly. Recommendations:
lightweight, comfortable clothing appropriate for the day’s
temperature (shorts are OK, but remember that you will
be contact with wood); tennis shoes or other sturdy shoes;
windbreaker; hat, sunglasses, sunscreen.
Spanish for the Community I
Get started on your quest to learn Spanish! You’ll enjoy
this introduction to basic vocabulary and grammar with an
emphasis on basic Spanish pronunciation and the ability to
use present tense in conversation. You’ll study commonly
used words and phrases, including workplace applications.
Textbook available at Central Campus bookstore.
Prerequisite: Spanish for the Absolute Beginner.
140-403-0C1 (28027) T
9/14
6:30-8:30 PM
$
8 Sessions
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.6 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Lindsay McFarland
Spanish for the Community II
Using an oral and written approach to learning, this class allows
you to continue to explore the Spanish language. The slow
pace of this class and the emphasis on both grammar and
conversation will help you work toward a basic knowledge of
the Spanish language. Textbook available at Central Campus
bookstore. Prerequisite: Spanish for the Community I.
140-404-0C1 (28028) T
9/14
6:30-8:30 PM
$
46.40 $4.00 Sr.
1.6 CEU
8 Sessions
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Colleen Mendez
Advanced Spanish Speaking
This class is for persons who have completed Spanish I,
II, & III, (or Spanish for the Community I & II) or who have
previous Spanish language study experience and who are
ready to move beyond an intermediate level. Advanced
conversational challenges will be included to increase
fluency and comprehension.
140-405-0C1 (28029) T
11/9
6:30-8:30 PM
$
6 Sessions
35.80 $4.00 Sr.
1.2 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: Colleen Mendez
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196-424-0C1 (27870) S
9/18
9:00 AM-NOON
$
1 Session
25.00 $14.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Staff
Preparing For AND Learning
In Retirement
Evaluating the Best Medicare Assistance Plans Without Using the Computer
This class will help seniors work through and select health
and drug plans. The instructor has spent 100+ hours
studying the Medicare website and helping people on an
individual basis to make selections and to understand the
ins and outs of Medicare.
308-427-0C1 (27958) M
9/27
4:00-6:00 PM
$
25.20 $4.00 Sr.
.8 CEU
4 Sessions
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: William Simmons
Evaluating the Best Medicare Assistance Plans Using the Computer
This class will help seniors work through and select health
and drug plans on the Medicare web site. The instructor has
spent 100+ hours studying this site and helping people on an
individual basis to make selections and to understand the ins
and outs of Medicare. This course utilizes the internet. Working
knowledge of computers and internet usage required.
308-427-0C2 (27959) M
9/27
6:30-8:30 PM
$
5 Sessions
30.50 $4.00 Sr.
1.0 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: William Simmons
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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Small Business and
Entrepreneurship
Facebook, Twitter & More: Opportunities for Small
Business
What is social media and how can it help your business?
Learn how to get started spreading your message within
various social media platforms. This workshop will cover
Facebook, Twitter, blogging basics and social media in
general for business owners including those who are
complete novices in its use. Did you know the fastest
growing demographic on social networking sites like Twitter
and Facebook is women between 35 and 54 years of age?
Social media provides new opportunities to build your
brand, stay connected, spread updates, and build a loyal
customer base for little or no cost. If you can get online, you
can learn to use social media and make it work for you.
103-444-0M3 (27925) R
9/30
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus Instructor: Brenda Carus
805-604-0C1 (28088) M
10/4
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
10.90 $9.18 Sr.
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Carol Hendrix
NEW! Scoping the Stars: Introduction to the Night Sky
and Telescopes
Learn how to use a telescope to scan the heavens. This class
is for both those who have a telescope and want to learn
how to use it better and for those who are thinking about
purchasing a telescope and would like understand how to
get the right equipment for their needs and budget.
806-605-0C1 (27970) FS
9/10
6:00-9:00 PM
$
17.80 $14.35 Sr.
2 Sessions
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Marshall Heller
Internet Marketing for Small Business Workshop
There are so many things to consider when you’re starting
your own small business. If you have questions about how
to use the internet or even whether you should be using
it, this workshop is for you. Come and find out some basic
information you should consider in regard to web marketing
and promotion.
NEW! Understanding Horse Behavior
Believe it or not, horses (whether they’re tame or in the wild)
project their emotions and energy levels to humans and
other equines through body language. If you recognize
and understand equine body language, you’ll know when a
horse is relaxed, tired, excited, scared, or sick . . . all of which
are important to know when approaching or handling a
horse.
103-463-0M2 (27918) R
9/16
6:00-9:00 PM
$
2 Sessions
19.90 $4.00 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Matt Urban
091-601-0O1 (28040) W
9/15
6:30-8:30 PM
$
4 Sessions
27.50 $22.90 Sr.
Site: Harmony Farms
Instructor: Kelly Cusick
Special Interest
NEW! Introduction to Curling
Did you watch curling during the Winter Olympics and
thought you’d like to try it? This is your chance to learn
about the techniques, skills, and strategy involved in this
sport which can be enjoyed regardless of age, strength, or
speed. Instruction will cover execution, game rules, scoring,
and protocol, as well as providing opportunities to play the
game.
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Introduction to Gospel Choir
Join us to explore the genre of Gospel Music and learn the
unique sounds, tones, movements, and harmonies as well as
proper singing techniques. This will be a fun and powerful
experience for all students.
807-415-0O1 (27936) S
10/30
$
2 Sessions
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
Site: Alpine Curling Club
1:30-3:30 PM
.4 CEU
Instructor: Staff
807-415-0O2 (27937) W
11/3
$
2 Sessions
14.60 $4.00 Sr.
Site: Alpine Curling Club
6:30-8:30 PM
.4 CEU
Instructor: Staff
For the most current course listing, visit blackhawk.edu
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
COURSES
CDL-Commercial Driver's License
CDL - Test Preparation
Prepare to take the written test for the Commercial Driver’s
License. The course covers information for the skills test
including the pre-trip inspection, basic vehicle control skills
test, and the on-road driving test. The course includes air
brakes and all endorsements except passenger and school
buses.
458-402-0C1 (28046) W
10/13
6:00-9:00 PM
$
3 Sessions
40.00 $13.50 Sr.
.9 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: David Schmidtke
Fall 2010 Community Education Schedule
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
COURSES
Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification
Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification
As of January 1, 2008, contractors and remodelers need
to have the “Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Credential” in
addition to the Dwelling Contractor Financial Responsibility
Certificate in order to pull a permit for a one- or twofamily dwelling in Wisconsin. This class includes 12 hours
of coursework in construction laws, codes, and business
practices.
410-401-0C1 (28043) M
11/15
6:00-9:00 PM
$
4 Sessions
75.00 $43.20 Sr.
1.2 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructors: Michael Eggleston
and Robert Blakely
BLACKHAWK TECHNICAL COLLEGE
EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification
This is an EPA approved certification program and meets the
requirements set forth in Section 608 of the Clean Air Act,
as regulated by the United States Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA). The first two sessions are review sessions. The
third session of this course is designated as the testing session
(the test will be administered online). The $30 testing fee is
not included in the price of this course; each participant must
pay their testing fee online before the taking the test.
401-421-0C1 (28042) T
9/28
5:30-8:30 PM
$
3 Sessions
99.00 $72.50 Sr.
.9 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Tony Jordan
Forklift Operator Safety Certification
Excel 2007 Tips & Tricks
In this dynamic session, learn the tricks of Excel masters: a
wide variety of useful shortcuts to save you time, energy and
frustration. You’ll discover features you didn’t know exist and
begin relying on them again and again. Materials provided.
This 4 hour OSHA certification course is designed to
provide present or future powered industrial truck
operators the instruction and knowledge they need to
get into compliance with OSHA standard 29CFR1910.178.
The training includes forklift capacity, stability, center of
gravity, vehicle inspections, refueling, pedestrian traffic and
hands on driving exercise for competency in safe driving
practices. To pass the safety training, participants must
demonstrate driving proficiencies. Passing participants
receive a workplace hazard and equipment checklist for
those interested in becoming fully certified by their present
or future employer. Pre-registration required one week prior
to the start of the course.
103-468-0C3 (28098) R
11/4
8:00 AM-NOON
$
1 Session
55.00 $44.40 Sr.
.4 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Sue Dunphy
449-407-0N2 (27883) W
9/8
5:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
110.00 $99.40 Sr.
.4 CEU
Site: CTS Instructor: Al Zimmerman
Computer Software Applications
Excel 2007 Formulas and Functions for Business
Knowing how to create the basic format for creating
formulas will help you ease through data calculations and
feel more like an Excel pro. Formulas can be as simple as
adding two numbers, or they can be complex calculations.
Discover how functions can be used to perform common
mathematical operations such as addition (SUM function),
multiplication (product function), and rounding numbers
(ROUND function). Increase your Excel expertise by using
financial functions. This workshop will also help you
calculate values based on conditions (IF function), and you
will also learn how to use the look up functions as well as
link worksheets with 3D formulas. These advanced skills
will help you become much more proficient with Excel
spreadsheets. Materials provided.
Insurance
These courses are designed to meet the State requirements for
continuing education in the insurance field. Fee includes materials.
Comparing Health Insurance Alternatives
The class will build a working overview of group insurance
alternatives, examine delivery system models, and help
develop an understanding of possible future changes in
the business. We will look at the positive and negative
implications to our clients and industry.
162-406-0C1 (28021) F
9/3
8:00 AM-3:00 PM
$
1 Session
59.00 $43.10 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: James Rowland
103-470-0C1 (28099) R
12/2
8:00 AM-NOON
$
1 Session
55.00 $44.40 Sr.
.4 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Sue Dunphy
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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Fall 2010 Community Education Schedule
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
COURSES
Insurance
Identity Theft, Fraud, and Ethics
Explore the business ethics of insurance agents in our
climate of fraud, changing privacy expectations, and identity
theft. The course will utilize case studies to explore agent
responses to actual ethical challenges. A video will help to
flesh out actual fraud situations. We will pull together class
conclusions and implications in a summary evaluation.
162-415-0C1 (28023) F
10/1
8:00 AM-3:00 PM
$
1 Session
59.00 $43.10 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: James Rowland
Tax Me If You Can
Develop a working understanding of tax issues around
insurance and retirement products. We will explore
strategies in case studies to allow clients to make informed
investing and accumulation decisions, and we’ll use a video
to discuss various proposals illustrating tax situations.
162-409-0C1 (28022) F
11/5
8:00 AM-3:00 PM
$
1 Session
59.00 $43.10 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: James Rowland
Investing In Uncertain Times
Understand strategies for investing in a volatile market by
reviewing an array of investment alternatives and strategies
to structure them across both qualified and non qualified
investment vehicles for additional security.
162-417-0C1 (28024) F
12/3
8:00 AM-3:00 PM
$
1 Session
59.00 $43.10 Sr.
.6 CEU
Site: Central CampusInstructor: James Rowland
Leadership:
Solution-Focused Communication
Examine your personality type along with the personalities of
those around you. Are you more like an otter, beaver, golden
retriever, or a lion? This will help determine why we respond
the way we do. Kids? Co-workers? Telemarketers? Spouses?
Each poses its own challenges. We are going to learn how to
“play our movie” forward to find the solution to conflicts and
obstacles in communication with others. There is a great reward
in communicating to find an answer. Join us and find out!
196-457-0C1 (28041) W
11/17
6:00-9:00 PM
$
1 Session
25.00 $14.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Mark Triller
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Master Electrician Exam Prep
This class gives participants the opportunity to review the
residential and commercial electrical codes and systems
so they can write the state master/journeyman exam. The
electrical licensing law that takes effect on April 1, 2013
requires completion of the exam. Participants should be
familiar with the National Electric Code. Several practice test
sessions will be included. This class is 24 total hours. Three
sessions will be four hours in length, and four sessions will
be three hours in length. The instructor will determine at the
start of the class which sessions will be three hours or four
hours. Textbook required.
413-482-0C1 (28044) T
8/31
5:30-9:30 PM
$
7 Sessions
129.00 $65.40 Sr.
2.4 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Bob Fahey
Real Estate
Real Estate Practice
For persons preparing to write the Real Estate Salesperson
exam, this 72-hour pre-license course is approved by the
Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing and
meets the education requirements of Section 452.09(02)
(a), Wisconsin statutes. This course combines real estate
law, financing, appraising, and marketing; and it covers new
areas such as environmental issues. Textbooks required.
194-414-0C1 (27953) MW
8/30
6:30-9:30 PM
$
24 Sessions
194.80 $4.00 Sr.
7.2 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
Real Estate Brokerage
Broker Management is a 36-hour course designed to
prepare real estate salespersons with the knowledge to
become a real estate broker in Wisconsin. Upon completion
of this course, students are eligible to take the broker’s
exam offered through the Department of Regulation and
Licensing. Textbook optional.
194-415-0C1 (27954) TR
9/14
6:00-9:00 PM
$
12 Sessions
99.40 $4.00 Sr.
3.6 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Jerry Morse
Real Estate Continuing Education
The following modules meet the Wisconsin State requirements
for Real Estate Continuing Education.
Module 1: Listing Contracts
194-417-0C4 (28050) R
9/2
6:15-9:45 PM
$
1 Session
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
194-417-0C7 (28053) R
10/14
6:15-9:45 PM
$
1 Session
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
COURSES
Real Estate Continuing Education
Module 2: Offer to Purchase
194-417-0C3 (28049) R
9/9
6:15-9:45 PM
$
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
1 Session
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
Module 2: Offer to Purchase
194-417-0C1 (28047) R
10/21
6:15-9:45 PM
$
1 Session
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
Module 3: New Developments in the Profession
194-417-0C2 (28048) R
9/16
6:15-9:45 PM
$
1 Session
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
194-417-0C5 (28051) R
10/28
6:15-9:45 PM
$
1 Session
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
Module 4: Buyer Agency Agreements
194-417-0CB (28058) R
9/23
6:15-9:45 PM
$
1 Session
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
194-417-0C8 (28054) R
11/4
6:15-9:45 PM
$
1 Session
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
Risk Reduction (Elective A)
194-417-0C9 (28055) R
9/30
6:15-9:45 PM
$
1 Session
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
194-417-0CA (28057) R
11/11
6:15-9:45 PM
$
1 Session
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
Condominiums (Elective C)
194-417-0C0 (28056) R
10/7
6:15-9:45 PM
$
1 Session
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
Responsible Beverage Service
Increase your knowledge of alcoholic beverage service
techniques, signs of intoxication, methods of intervention,
local and state laws, preventing negative or unsafe
situations, and the potential for increasing profits through
responsible management practices. Required for all
new applicants/bartenders/operators; fulfills Wisconsin’s
requirements for certification relating to the selling or
serving of alcoholic products. Participants are required to
pre-register. Registration for the Saturday classes ends at
noon the day before class is scheduled to be held.
311-401-0CF (28070) W
9/1
5:30-9:30 PM
311-401-0C8 (28060) S
9/11 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
311-401-0CC (28067) W
9/22
5:30-9:30 PM
311-401-0C9 (28061) S
9/25 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
311-401-0CD (28068) W
10/13
5:30-9:30 PM
311-401-0C7 (28059) S
10/23 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
311-401-0CB (28066) S
11/13 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
311-401-0CG (28071) W
11/17
5:30-9:30 PM
311-401-0CA (28063) S
12/4 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
311-401-0CE (28069) W
12/8
5:30-9:30 PM
311-401-0C0 (28062) S
12/18 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
$
1 Session
22.00 $11.40 Sr.
.4 CEU
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Ray Hadley
311-401-0M1 (27891) S
10/2 8:30 AM-12:30 PM
311-401-0M2 (27892) S
12/4 8:30 AM-12:30 PM
$
1 Session
22.00 $11.40 Sr.
.4 CEU
Site: Monroe Campus
Instructor: Julie Waelti
Transition to Trainer
Transition to Trainer targets final year apprentices who will,
as journey workers, soon be responsible for passing on
their skills to new apprentices. Developed by the Bureau
of Apprenticeship Standards, this 8-hour course teaches
soon-to-be journey workers how to serve as a mentor and
job coach, how to provide hands-on skill training, how to
give positive and effective performance feedback, and
explores the characteristics of a positive and diverse work
environment.
455-455-0C1 (28045) T
10/12
5:00-9:00 PM
$
32.00 $10.80 Sr.
.8 CEU
2 Sessions
Site: Central Campus
Instructor: Jim Davis
194-417-0C6 (28052) R
11/18
6:15-9:45 PM
$
1 Session
40.00 $29.40 Sr.
.3 CEU
Site: Central Campus Instructor: Robert Blakely
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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ROCK COUNTY SITES
Community Education Courses
Beloit Center
Cake Decorating - Advanced Techniques
Computer for the Absolute Beginner
Drawing and Painting
Excel 2007
Reflexology, Introduction
Reupholstery
Spanish
19
14
8
13
20
21
22
CTS (Center for Transportation Studies)
Electricity for Construction and Industry I
Facebook Basics (New!)
Forklift Operator Safety Certification
Holiday Newsletter Ideas, Workshop
QuickBooks Central Campus
11
17
25
15
12
Access 2007 - Beginning
Adobe® Creative Suite® 4 - Overview (New!)
Adobe Illustrator CS4 - Design and Digital Art (Beginners) AutoCAD - Beginning
Basic Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers
Building a Website Using Dreamweaver - For Beginners
Cake Decorating - That Extra Touch (New!)
CDL - Test Preparation
Chainsaw Safety and Operations - Advanced, Basic
Chair Caning
Comparing Health Insurance Alternatives
Computer for the Absolute Beginner
CPR
Craig’s List, Buying and Selling Digital Photography
Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification
eBay - Selling
EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification
Evaluating the Best Medicare Assistance Plans
Excel 2007
First Aid (Heartsaver AED)
French for the Community I
Furniture Refinishing
Genealogy (Family History) and the Internet
Gospel Choir, Introduction to
Identity Theft, Fraud, and Ethics
Investing In Uncertain Times
iPod & iTunes Essentials
Master Electrician Exam Prep
13
16
17
11
11
18
19
24
11
21
25
14
18
12
15-16
25
13
25
23
13, 25
18
22
21
15
24
26
26
17
26
Mediterranean Cooking
19
Microsoft Office 2007 Overview
13
Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Cooking for Gluten-Free Diets 19
National Electric Code
11
Naturopathic Health - Updates (New!)
20
Persian Holiday Pastry (New!)
20
Photoshop Elements
16
PowerPoint 14
Real Estate
26-27
Responsible Beverage Service
27
Scoping the Stars: Intro to the Night Sky and Telescopes (New!) 24
Sewing Lab
9
Social Networking/Web 2.0: Twitter, Facebook, and More
17-18
Solution-Focused Communication
26
Sommerfeld Cabinetry
9
Spanish
22-23
Tai Chi
20
Tax Me If You Can
26
Transition to Trainer
27
Women’s Ed-Venture (New!)
23
Woodworking
9-10
Word 2007
14
Your Body In Health And Disease (New!)
20
Edgerton High SChool
Digital Photography
Holiday Newsletter Workshop
Latin Dance Fitness
Woodworking
Evansville High SChool
Computer for the Absolute Beginner
Digital Photography - Beginners, Intermediate
Holiday Newsletter Workshop
QuickBooks - Getting Started
15
15
20
9-10
14
15
15
12
Harmony Farms
Understanding Horse Behavior (New!)
Milton High SChool
Communication to the Deaf - ASL Continuing, Beginners
Furniture Refinishing
Small Engine Repair
Spanish for the Absolute Beginner
Welding - Open
Woodworking
24
22
21
10
22
11
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Have an idea for a class you would like to see offered? Why not band some buddies together and take a class of your choosing at
Blackhawk Technical College. You + 9 friends = a class. Even if you do not have that many interested friends, let us know your
interests and we will work with you to put your class on the map!
Originator Name: _______________________________________ Contact phone: ________________________________________
Class title: ____________________________________________________________________ Number of others interested ________________
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Return form to: Mark Triller, Business and Community Development, Blackhawk Technical College, PO Box 5009, Janesville, WI 53547. Email
to mtriller@blackhawk.edu or fax to (608) 743-4408
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GREEN COUNTY SITES
Community Education Courses
ALPINE CURLING CLUB
Curling, Introduction to
Responsible Beverage Service
Skype and More Soap Making, Beginning
Social Networking/Web 2.0: Twitter, Facebook, and More
Spanish
Taking a Better Digital Photo
Watercolor Landscapes
Word 2007
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Great Plains Zen Center
Introduction To The Practice Of Meditation
Monroe Campus
Basic Keyboarding
Build a Basic Website
Communication to the Deaf - ASL for Beginners
Computer for the Absolute Beginner
Craig's List Tips
Custom Cards
Digital Photography for Beginners
Excel 2007
Facebook, Twitter & More: Opportunities for Small Business
Genealogy (Family History) and the Internet
How to Use the Advanced Features on Your Digital Camera
Internet & Email Basics
Internet Marketing for Small Business Workshop
Microsoft Publisher
Gifts from Home Organic Gardening 101
Photoshop Basics
Quickbooks
20
14
18
22
14
12-13
8
15-16
13, 25
17, 24
15
16
15
24
13
8
21
17
12
Monroe High School
Baking Basics (New!)
Cake Decorating - Focus On Fondant (New!)
Create Your Own Jewelry
Creating with Clay
Excel 2007 - Intermediate
File Management
Quilt Making - Beginning
Woodworking
Welding - Open
27
17
8
17-18
22-23
16
9
14
19
19
8
9
13, 25
15
9
9-10
11
Monroe Senior Center
Best Budget Meal Tips (New!)
Cooking for One or Two (New!)
Drawing - Intermediate (New!)
Lose the Salt, Keep the Flavor (New!)
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19
8-9
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BTC Welcomes Tracey Wren to Community Education
Blackhawk Technical College (BTC)
would like to welcome Tracey
Wren into her new position at the
Monroe Campus. Tracey has been
with Blackhawk part-time since
July 2007 as a library aide, computer tutor and Student
Activities Advisor (for the past two years). The Community Education Department is excited to have Tracey
on board, in her new role as the Continuing Education
Specialist for Green County.
The confidence and drive that Tracey has shown in the
past three years at BTC will certainly continue in her new
position. As a graduate from the University of WisconsinStout with a degree in Business Administration and a
specialization in Human Resource Development and
Training, she will certainly be able to assess the needs of
the community and create courses to meet their needs.
Tracey and her family have lived in Green County since
1998. “Our family chose Monroe because it offered its
residents many opportunities for young families in both
recreation and education. There are so many organizations that work collectively to provide wonderful opportunities for the community,” she mentioned.
Tracey is the perfect fit for her new position, as she
understands how important continuing education is to
the people and businesses in our district and throughout Wisconsin.
“I believe creating partnerships can be an excellent
opportunity in offering a variety of continuing
education courses that are meaningful to the
community. We really have some talented people
in the community who are willing to share their
expertise, and it is great that we are able to offer a
variety of courses locally and affordably priced.”
–Tracey Wren
Education is a priority to Tracey, and she feels that
working at a technical college has given her the chance
to share with others the array of opportunities available and also provide support along the way. “I have
been encouraged by the students attending BTC. The
students who have been displaced from their jobs and
have turned their adversity into an opportunity for a
career change, and succeed…it is great to see!”
“I look forward to helping the students we serve
at BTC develop professional skills they can take
into the workplace!”
–Tracey Wren
Fall Classes begin the week of August 30th
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Stressed Out?
Try Meditation Courses at BTC!
Meditation
increases your
vitality and
strengthens
your intelligence; your
beauty is enhanced; your
mental clarity
and health improve. You acquire the patience and
fortitude to face any problem in life. So, meditate!
Only through meditation will you find the treasure
you are seeking ~Mata Amritanandamayi
Blackhawk Technical College (BTC) has had the opportunity to welcome many new areas of study into its Community Education courses. Susan Myoyu Andersen, Roshi,
has helped in initiating the training of Meditation to students throughout the area. Meditation isn’t something
new, but the need for relaxation and stress reduction has
been very high due to the changing economy and many
other factors affecting people in our communities.
Susan, a resident teacher at the Great Plains Zen Center
and an occupational therapist at a school for children
with autism, has been helping BTC students restore calm
and inner peace into their daily lives with her meditation classes. Meditation is a simple and inexpensive way
to improve a person’s emotional well-being and also
provide health benefits for those with certain medical
conditions.
“BTC is very lucky to have an open-minded,
innovative attitude within their administration.
There are not many colleges offering courses on
meditation, and it shows that BTC is a forwardthinking college because they are already offering
courses like this. I think more institutions will
follow their lead in the future.” –Susan Myoyu Andersen, Roshi
The Community Education Department at BTC has been
working with businesses in a variety of outreach centers
and are proud to be represented at the Great Plains Zen
Center with Susan’s Meditation courses. The students in
her classes have enjoyed taking the course in a facility
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where regular meditation retreats are held because they
feel they can “connect” with the environment.
Susan has been impressed with the dedication that her
students show not only in the class, but also in their efforts
taken in practicing daily/weekly meditation retreats. “The
students help me understand how meditation is helping
them with their individual obstacles.” she responded. 
“With friendly and helpful
staff and innovative
course offerings, BTC is a
wonderful place to
be a lifelong learner. “
–Susan Myoyu Andersen, Roshi
(Robert Blakely article continued from pg. 3)
Bob chose to teach at Blackhawk Technical College
because he had always been interested in teaching
people who were “wanting to learn” new skills for their
career. The classroom atmosphere at BTC has been an
excellent way to learn as a student and an instructor.
“The thing I like best about teaching at BTC is the
interest the students have in learning and the
interesting discussions we have because of the
diverse nature and background the various students bring to the classroom.”
–Robert Blakely
“Throughout the years there have been many things that
have changed the way I teach through technology; however, the greatest emphasis still remains in the lecturing
and discussions in the classroom, “ Bob mentioned. The
“real-life experiences” which Bob shares with his students
as an attorney have assisted his students in the learning
process and in the working world. 
"Bob is an awesome instructor. He takes the time
to make sure his students understand the topic."
-Past Student
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Pharmacy Technician
Medical Billing and Coding*
A growing consumer demand for prescription medications
have made pharmacy technicians more important in today's
pharmacy industry. Learn the skills to enter this rapidly
growing field. Contact Hours: 300
This nationally recognized Medical Billing Training and
Coding online certificate program is designed to prepare
students to fill positions for medical coding and billing
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Clinical Dental Assistant
Medical Transcription*
This program features in-depth information on every aspect
of professional Dental Assisting, including invaluable realworld perspectives from experienced Certified Dental
Assistants. Contact Hours: 240
Learn to transcribe medical reports in hospitals, offices, or
from home with the most popular transcription program in
the country for entry-level training. Contact Hours: 240
Administrative Dental Assistant
Administrative Medical Specialist with
Medical Billing and Coding*
Learn how to perform the administrative tasks essential for
managing the business aspects of a dental practice. Contact
Hours: 150
This nationally recognized Administrative Medical
Specialist (AMS) online training course with Medical
Billing and Coding will give you the skills you need to find
the job you are looking for as an Administrative Medical
Specialist (AMS), Medical Billing Specialist, and/or
Medical Coder. Contact Hours: 300
ICD-10 Medical Coding: Preparation and
Instruction for Implementation
Keep coding skills up-to-date with the recently upgraded
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Contact Hours: 200
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