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Two spring courses:
CDL (A) course includes classroom as well as behind-the-wheel training. Cost:$1,400, includes 2 days of classroom instruction, 10 hours of behind-the-wheel training, and 2 hours of pre-trip inspection instruction. (Does NOT include DOT physical or cost of CDL exam.) Room 502, McCarthy Hall, main campus. Instructors: Bill Tiffany, Dale Muterspaugh, Norma Halterman and Garth Cartwright. Call (540) 863‐2919 for more information. Click here for registration information. Click here for schedule of 2011 classes.
Auto Body Repair
Thursdays, Jan. 12-March 15, 6:00‐9:00 p.m., $160. Botetourt Technical and Education Center , 243 Poor Farm Road, Fincastle. Instructor: Donal Sale. This class is currently full; call Non-Credit Coordinator Judy Clark at (540) 863-2863 for more information. (AUTO 1100-G1N, #59306)
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Stargazing for the Curious Skywatcher
Tuesdays, Feb. 7-28, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Eagle Rock Public Library , 55 Eagles Nest Drive, Eagle Rock.Tuition, $75. Students need to bring their own planisphere. Tour the universe and learn how to see lunar craters , planets and their moons. Instructor: John Goss. (PHSC 1100-G1N, #59307)
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Use that ‘Scope!
Sat., Feb. 4, 9 am - noon, Moomaw Center, DSLCC Clifton Forge campus. $20. With John Goss. Bring your telescope & learn how to find fun objects in the sky! (PHSC 1101-M1K, #59171)
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Computers for the Absolute Beginner
Tuition: $65, plus book,“Welcome to the World of Computers, 3rd Edition". If you have never turned on a computer or are totally intimidated by them, this course will get you started! Students will learn basic terminology and how to navigate the Windows environment. Keyboarding skills are helpful. The book may be purchased at the Rockbridge Center, the main campus bookstore in Clifton Forge, or from the instructor the first night of class. (ITEC 1101-M1N)
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Intro to Computers I
Tuition: $65, plus cost of book, “Welcome to Microsoft Office 2010”. For individuals with a little experience with computers. Learn the basics, including software applications, using Microsoft Office 2010. Keyboarding skills are helpful. The book may be purchased at the Rockbridge Center, the main campus bookstore in Clifton Forge, or from the instructor the first night of class. (ITEC 1138-R1N)
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Intro to Computers II
Tuition: $65, plus cost of book* (same book is used for Intro I and II). A continuation of the Intro I course or for anyone who has a fundamental knowledge of computers, but wishes to learn the basics of Excel and PowerPoint. The book may be purchased at the Rockbridge Center, the main campus bookstore in Clifton Forge, or from the instructor the first night of class. (Using Microsoft Office 2010)
(ITEC 1139-R1N)
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Welcome to PowerPoint 2010, Level 1 Mon., Mar. 12-Apr. 2, 5:30-8 pm., Room 906, Rockbridge Center, $85, plus cost of book and flash drive. Instructor: Ed Mays
Learn how to create visually attractive electronic presentations, develop and manipulate slides, incorporate graphics and sound into presentations, and create charts and tables that can be used effectively when sharing data. The book may be purchased at the Rockbridge Center, the main campus bookstore in Clifton Forge, or from the instructor the first night of class. (ITEC 1115-R1N, #59034))
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Welcome to PowerPoint 2007 Tuesdays, April 17 & 24, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Bath County High School. Tuition: $75, plus cost of accompanying book ($25), available the first night of class. Your presentations will make an impact when you know how to use the features of PowerPoint to your advantage. In this beginning class you will learn to create, design and deliver presentations with the bells and whistles PowerPoint offers including how to add special effects, clip art, transitions, animations, sounds, and video. The book may be purchased at the Rockbridge Center, the main campus bookstore in Clifton Forge, or from the instructor the first night of class. Instructor: Joey Crawford (ITEC 1115-B1N, #59061)
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Microsoft Excel 2010, Level 1
Instructor: Ed Mays. Tuition: $85, plus cost of book, “Microsoft Excel 2010, Level 1” and flash drive. Learn to design work sheets, work with formulas and functions and create charts. Students should have prior computer knowledge and be familiar working with spreadsheets or with Excel. Please bring a 2 gigabyte flash drive with you to class. The book may be purchased at the Rockbridge Center, the main campus bookstore in Clifton Forge, or from the instructor the first night of class.
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Welcome to Excel 2010, Level 2
Tuition: $85, plus cost of book, “Microsoft Excel 2010, Level 2”, and flash drive. Instructor: Ed Mays. This course will assist students who have completed the Excel Level 1 course by helping them move to the intermediate level when using spreadsheets. Students will work with large and multiple work sheets, learn how to add graphics and use templates, and create outlines and tables. Please bring a 2 gigabyte flash drive with you to class. The book may be purchased at the Rockbridge Center, the main campus bookstore in Clifton Forge, or from the instructor the first night of class. (ITEC 1113)
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Thursdays, April 19 & 26, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Bath County High School. Tuition: $75, plus cost of accompanying book*. Learn to design work sheets, work with formulas and functions and create charts with Microsoft Excel 2007. Students should have prior computer knowledge and a working knowledge of spreadsheets.The book may be purchased at the Rockbridge Center, the main campus bookstore in Clifton Forge, or from the instructor the first night of class. (ITEC 1113-B1N, #59057)
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Welcome to Microsoft Word 2010, Level 1
Mon., May 7-28, 5:30 - 8:00 pm, Room 906, Rockbridge Regional Center, Buena Vista
Tuition: $85, plus cost of book,"Microsoft Word 2010, Level 1” & flash drive. Create, save, and retrieve documents, generate business letters, and develop a memorandum and report. Basic keyboarding skills are needed due to the amount of word processing involved in creating documents. Please bring a 2 gigabyte flash drive to class. The book may be purchased at the Rockbridge Center, the main campus bookstore in Clifton Forge, or from the instructor the first night of class. (ITEC 1105-R1N, #59038)
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Tuition: $65, plus book & flash drive. Instructor: Ed Mays. Manage files and folders, move and resize program windows, or place frequently used programs in an area on your computer screen where they are readily accessible. Please bring a 2 gigabyte flash drive to class. The book may be purchased at the Rockbridge Center, the main campus bookstore in Clifton Forge, or from the instructor the first night of class.
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Supervisory Skills Business Seminars
For Supervisors and Managers
9:00 a.m. to noon
Room 502, McCarthy Hall, DSLCC Clifton Forge campus
Conducted by Charlotte Mason, PHR, Advantage Resource Group
$60/seminar; $275 for the series
Call (540) 863-2863 or email jclark@dslcc.edu to register.
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For Supervisors, Managers and Leaders
Tuesdays, Feb.7, Feb. 21, March 6, March 20
12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Greenfield Education and Training Center, Dalevile
Presented by Ellen Sanders, MBA, CET
$85/seminar; $300 for the series
Call (540) 863-2863 or email jclark@dslcc.edu to register.
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Cake Decorating (For Beginners)
Tuition: $60. For beginners. Learn to produce attractive and professional-looking cakes with basic techniques. Participants may purchase the cake decorating kit from “Picture This and More” for $30 the first night of class.
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Cake Decorating (Intermediate)
Tues., April 10_May 8, 5:30-7:30 pm, Moomaw Center, DSLCC Clifton Forge campus. $60, plus kit. With Mary Wolfe. (HOST 1100-M2N, #59165)Tuition: $60. With Judson Howard.Learn to make wine at home with a variety of fruits, berries, concentrate and a wine kit. Howard has made a hobby of making delicious wine at home for the past 35 years. His entries have taken 1st, 2nd, 3rd and “Best in Show” at the West Virginia State Fair for the past two years. Students will learn about the equipment and supplies used in the process of wine-making (and the cost and where to purchase it), fermentation, bottling and storage. Due to the nature of the product being studied, participants must be at least 21 years of age to register.
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Mon., April 9 & 16, 6:00 -8:30 pm, DSLCC Rockbridge Center kitchen. $90. Learn to properly grill delicious meats & vegetables! With Phil McManus, DSLCC Culinary Arts Program head. (HOST 1104-R1N, #59051)
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Chuck Almarez is the instructor for all of the following photography courses.
Beginning Photography
Thursdays, Feb. 2- March 1, 7:00 to 9:30 p.m., Room 408 Warren Hall, DSLCC Clifton Forge campus. Tuition: $90. This is the first half of a ten-week course that will cover Beginning Photography from the perspectives of a digital camera. Since this course focuses on the digital camera, students will need to be computer literate and supply their own camera, preferably a DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex). A letter from the instructor, Chuck Almarez, concerning class requirements may be downloaded here. (PHTG 1102-M1N)
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Intro to Image Editing
Thursdays, March 15-April 12, 7:00 to 9:30 p.m., Room 408 Warren Hall, DSLCC Clifton Forge campus. Tuition: $90. In this second half students will learn to use Adobe Photoshop Elements 10.0 software to correct, enhance and manipulate images. Since this course focuses on the digital camera, students will need to be computer literate and supply their own camera, preferably a DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex). Instructor: Chuck Almarez. A letter from the instructor concerning class requirements may be downloaded here. The book may be purchased at the DSLCC bookstore on the main campus or from the instructor the first night of class. (PHTG 1105-M1N)
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Beginning Photography and Digital Imaging
Thursdays, Feb. 2-April 12, 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. (no class March 8), Room 408 Warren Hall, DSLCC Clifton Forge campusRegister for both Beginning Photography and Intro to Image Editing for $175. (See class descriptions above.) A letter from the instructor concerning class requirements may be downloaded here. (PHTG 1102-R2N)
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Digital Photography Workshop Series
Understanding Your Digital Camera
If you are a beginning photographer or you just want to learn more about your digital camera, then this workshop is for you. You’ll be able to take better pictures and get more comfortable with using your camera. We’ll cover all the main buttons and switches, and explain the digital workflow from taking the photo, editing and correcting problems, sharing it online and making a print. Be sure to bring your camera and owner’s manual. Instructor: Chuck Almarez. Tuition: $35
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Understanding Adobe Photoshop LightRoom 3: IPO
Wed., May 9-23, 6:00-9:00 pm, Room 907, DSLCC Rockbridge Center. $90. With Chuck Almarez. Manage a large number of images; make corrections and enhancements; share images easily & quickly through print, slideshow & web. For a complete description of the course, click here .
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Getting Started with Photoshop
Thursdays, May 3-24, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Eagle Rock Library, Eagle Rock. $85. Hands-on, step-by-step approach to learning digital darkroom techniques for correcting and enhancing digital images using Adobe Photoshop Elements software. Requirements: Photoshop Elements Software (10.0 is the most recent version; a 30-day trial may be downloaded from the Adobe web site for free.) Students will need to bring their own laptop computers to follow along and complete assignments in class. Required textbook: “The Photoshop Elements Book for Digital Photographers”. Get the version that matches your software. Questions? Contact instructor Chuck Almarez at kidpix2000@ntelos.net. (PHTG 1108-G1N)
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Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People
Tuesday, May 1, 6:00 to 9:30 p.m., Room 502, McCarthy Hall, Clifton Fo rge campus. Instructor: David Haynes. If you yearn to experience the joy of playing piano, but don’t want years of weekly lessons, this one-evening workshop is for you! Learn chords, not notes, in this fun beginning class in chord piano techniques, along with many insider secrets on how to embellish songs. Tuition is $50, payable to DSLCC; a $25 materials fee for a 32-page workbook and a 68-minute practice CD will be collected by the instructor the night of the class. Participants who do not have basic knowledge of a keyboard, or where middle “C” is, may send a self-addressed stamped envelope for a free pamphlet to Music Masters, 90 Molly Lane, Ringgold, GA, 30736, and register for this class with confidence! (Or email the non-credit coordinator at jclark@dslcc.edu to receive a copy of the brochure.)(MUSC 1100-M1N, #60063)
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Thursdays, Jan. 12-March 15, , 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. $155. Botetourt Technical and Education Center, 253 Poor Farm Road, Fincastle. Instructor: Phillip Simmons. Designed to develop skills for both beginning & advanced woodworking & cabinet-making students. Basic instruction on technique & safety in the use of woodworking equipment & construction of projects will be covered. Students will be responsible for purchasing their own fasteners, glue and finishing materials, as well as project materials. (WOOD 1100-G1N, #53514)
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Saturday, April 21, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Room 509/Moomaw Center/McCarthy Hall, Clifton Forge campus. Instructor: Stephen Demma. $60. This one-day clinic will cover the equipment needed and how it works (rod, reel, line, leader, tippet); basic overhand and roll casting; reading water, basic entomology and fly selection; and mending line, hooking and playing fish. Demma has been teaching fly fishing for Orvis for many years. Class size is limited to 8.
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Body Sculpting with Eric Wheeler
Wednesdays, Feb. 8-March 28, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., Rockbridge Area YMCA, 790 N. Lee Hwy, Lexington. Tuition: $100. Get in shape with Eric Wheeler of the YMCA! Eric uses a variety of exercise formats for body toning and conditioning to keep it fun (RECR 1100-R1N)
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Beginning Blacksmithing with a Twist
Wednesdays, Feb. 8 & 15 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Tuition: $110 (includes materials fee)
Learn to make decorative hooks with a variety of different twists in this beginning blacksmithing class at the Clifton Forge School of the Artswith Glen Bryant, who has been a metalworker and blacksmith for the better part of 40 years. Students will take home their very own hand-forged piece of ironwork at the conclusion of the course. Class size is limited to four students. To register, contact the DSLCC Non-Credit Coordinator at (540) 863-2863 or email jclark@dslcc.edu.Class size is limited to four.
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Reading Paintings for Understanding & Enjoyment
Mon., Jan. 16-Feb. 20, 7- 9 pm, $160. at the Clifton Forge School of the Arts With art instructor Judith Sivonda. Most people start to lose interest in viewing art when they enter the 20th century gallery. Realism they can understand, Impressionism is pretty, but if you have ever said, “I don’t understand abstract art” you are one who is missing out on the meaning, purpose and direction of important paintings. This course is designed to be a discussion of art, not just an art history lecture!
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Molten Magic: The Art of Fusing Glass
Tues., March 6-27, 6:30-9 pm. at the Clifton Forge School of the Arts $75, plus materials fee of $30 (paid to instructor George Ayars). Explore the exciting transition of glass from hard, brittle pieces to a mystical, moldable state, where glass flows like molten lava, pieces join, and art is formed under intense heat. Create a plate, bowl, a free form fused panel, or a series of glass tiles. Learn the techniques used to create many kinds of fused glass projects, including glass compatibility, ramping schedules, flash venting, and more. Some previous glass cutting experience is recommended, but not required.
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Saturday, April 21, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Room 509/Moomaw Center/McCarthy Hall, Clifton Forge campus. Instructor: Stephen Demma. $60. This one-day clinic will cover the equipment needed and how it works (rod, reel, line, leader, tippet); basic overhand and roll casting; reading water, basic entomology and fly selection; and mending line, hooking and playing fish. Demma has been teaching fly fishing for Orvis for many years. Class size is limited to 8.
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Body Sculpting with Eric Wheeler
Wednesdays, Feb. 2 - March 27, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., Rockbridge Area YMCA, 790 N. Lee Hwy, Lexington. Tuition: $100. Get in shape with Eric Wheeler of the YMCA! Eric uses a variety of exercise formats for body toning and conditioning to keep it fun. (RECR 1100-R1N)
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Networking & Social Media Workshops
Room 388, Scott Hall, DSLCC Clifton Forge campus
“So...I have an iPad or Smartphone! Now what?”
Tues., Feb 21, 6:00-8:30 pm., Room 388, Scott Hall, DSLCC Clifton Forge campus. $35. Learn what apps you need to get the most from your mobile devices! With John Lusher.
Social Media Basics for Business
Tues., March 20, 6-8 pm. Room 388, Scott Hall, DSLCC Clifton Forge campus $35. Learn to utilize the power of new media to market properties, generate leads, educate clients, provide exceptional customer service and create a powerful online presence. Make social media work for you!
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Facebook Basics for Business Marketing
Tues., April 17, 6-8 pm. $35. Room 388, Scott Hall, DSLCC Clifton Forge campus Learn to harness the networking and marketing power of social media. Set up your Facebook business page optimally, grow your following, learn what to post and when, and engage your fans. A strong Facebook presence can make your social media plan soar!
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Wed., Feb. 1 – 29, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., R oom 905, DSLCC Rockbridge Regional Center, Buena Vista. $90. With Lannie Ballard.The class will be taught in part using the video, “A Year in the Life of an Apiary”, by Dr. Keith Delaplane, a professor & life-long beekeeper at the U. of Georgia. Tuition includes a 100-page book, “Beekeeping Basics”, developed by Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences. Topics covered: where to buy the supplies; assembling equipment; obtaining bees, getting them installed and established in first hive; managing them through the first year. (AGNR 1100)
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Thurs., Feb. 9-23, 6-8:30 pm, Eagle Rock Library. $85. With Sandra McMinnis. Identify your marketable skills and aptitudes! Resume writing, job searches and applications & preparing for the interview.
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Skiing, Snowboarding or Skating Lessons at the Homestead!
Register with the DSLCC Non-Credit program for $40 and take 3, 4, 5 or 6 lessons in snow skiing, ice skating or snowboarding at the beautiful Homestead Resort in nearby Hot Springs, VA: Weekdays, 9 am to 5 pm; Saturdays after 6 pm. Participants must be 13 or older and attend an orientation session to purchase Homestead coupon books:
Tues., Jan. 3, 6:00 pm
Thurs., Jan 5:00, noon,
Room 509, McCarthy Hall , CF campu s.
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Monday, Feb. 13, 6-7:30 pm, Room 409, Warren Hall, Clifton Forge campus. $15. Start looking up your family tree! Inna Henderson will cover what questions to ask; how to do searches and organize information.
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Thurs., Feb. 2-23, 6-8 pm, Room 912, Rockbridge Center. $80, plus book, available at the RRC. Get started with screenwriting! Each student will identify and develop a compelling idea, story structure, and dialogue for a short film. Instructor Douglas Smith, an award-winning documentary film producer and director, will guide each student from brainstorm to draft!
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Motorcycle Rider Safety Courses –
Spring courses: March 23-25, April 27-29; May 18-20. Fridays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Room 905, DSLCC Rockbridge Regional Center, Buena Vista; Saturdays and Sundays, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Lee-Hi Travel Plaza, Lexington. Tuition: $120. Participants must have a driver’s license or learner’s permit (a motorcycle learner's permit is not necessary) . Passing the written and riding skills tests earns participants a 30-day DMV motorcycle license. Motorcycles and helmets provided. Class size is limited to 12. Note: These classes fill up quickly.
It is the policy of Dabney S. Lancaster Community College to promote equal opportunity in educational programs and activities, admissions and employment, without regard to race, creed, gender, national origin, disability or any other non-merit factor. For concerns or information requests pertaining to students, contact the Director of Student Services and Research (540/863-2850). For matters related to employment, contact the Human Resources Officer (540/863-2808).
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