Tuition-Free Noncredit Courses for Adults

Community Learning Center
1831 Mission Avenue
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 795-8710

Fall 2008

SUBMIT ADMISSION APPLICATION

 

Art   Body Conditioning   Cisco   Community Learning Lab   Health

Music  Older Adults    Parenting   Psychology Writing

CONSUMER EDUCATION
These courses are offered to aid consumers in gaining basic homemaking skills. Students are asked to bring their own sewing machines, fabric and notions. For additional courses in homemaking education, see the Community Services section of this bulletin.
CLASS # DAYS TIME DATES INSTRUCTOR ROOM STATUS
NCCON20 Interior Design for the Home
2701
TH
8:30AM-11:30PM 8/21 - 12/11 WILLSON, M SMI CLOSED
NCCON11 Sewing: Beginning
2702
T
9:00AM-1:00PM 8/19-12/09 ORR, J MRC OPEN
2703 T 5:30PM-9:30PM 8/19-12/09 ORR, J LINC OPEN
2704
W
9:00AM-1:00PM 8/20-12/10 ORR, J SMI CLOSED
NCCON12 Sewing: Intermediate
2705
T
9:00AM-1:00PM 8/19-12/09 ORR, J MRC OPEN
2706
T
5:30PM-9:30PM 8/19-12/09 ORR, J LINC OPEN
2707
W
9:00AM-1:00PM 8/20-12/10 ORR, J SMI CLOSED
NCCON31 Needlecraft, Beginning
2708
W
12:30PM-3:30PM 8/20-12/10 HARTMAN, C SMI OPEN
NCCON32 Needlecraft, Advanced
2709 W 9:30AM-12:30PM 8/20-12/10 HARTMAN, C SMI OPEN
HEALTH AND SAFETY
NCHLT11 Spinal Fitness
This class is designed to optimize strength and flexibility in the body, particularly the back, through low-impact weight-bearing exercises, resistance work with light weights, static stretches and relaxation techniques.
2710
MWF
8:00AM-9:30AM 8/18-12/12 GIBBONS, G CBTS OPEN
2711
MWF
9:30AM-11:00AM 8/18-12/12 GLADISH, R RSLR OPEN
2712 MWF 9:30AM-11:00AM 8/18-12/12 GIBBONS, G CBTS OPEN
NCHLT20 Tai Chi Chuan
2713 M 9:00AM-11:00AM 8/18-12/08 PRESBURY-SMITH, J HCC CLOSED
2714 S 9:00AM-11:00AM 8/23-12/06 PRESBURY-SMITH, J CALHIL CLOSED
NCHLT75 Balance and Mobility
2715 MW 9:30AM-11:00AM 8/18/12/10 POMPA, P CLC109 OPEN
2716 MW 11:00AM-12:30PM 8/18/12/10 SHAVER, B CSCTR CLOSED
2717 TTH 11:00AM-12:30PM 8/19-12/11 POMPA, P CLC109 CLOSED
2902 TTH 10:30AM-12:00PM 8/19-12/09 SHAVER, B. CSCTR OPEN
PARENTING
Parent or parents and their children meet with an experienced early-childhood educator to model and discuss effective parenting. Children's physical and social development and emotional needs will be addressed. Only registered parent(s) with their appropriate-aged toddler(s) will be admitted to class.
NCPAR20 Toddler-Parent Workshop: One year (and walking) to 2-1/2 years
2718 MW 8:30AM-10:30AM 8/18-12/10 OVERMAN, R ECPS CLOSED
2719 MW 10:30AM-12:30PM 8/18-12/10 OVERMAN, R ECPS CLOSED
2720 TTH 2:00PM-4:00PM 8/19-12/11 SADRIAN, A TBA CLOSED
NCPAR20 Toddler-Parent Workshop: 2-1/2 years to 3-1/2 years
2721 T 9:00AM-12:00PM 8/19-12/09 OVERMAN, R ECPS CLOSED
NCPAR40 Preparation for Childbirth
Preparation for childbirth classes are designed for the mother-to-be and her coach. Students need to bring a coach, a blanket, and a pillow. Please note: Expectant mothers and their coaches must register for the class.
2722 MTH 6:00PM-9:00PM 8/11-8/28 DOWD, J CLC109 CLOSED
2723 MTH 6:30PM-9:00PM 9/15-10/09 NETZLEY, C CLC109 OPEN
2725 MW 6:00PM-9:00PM 9/22-10/08 TROST, C USNH CLOSED
2724 MTH 6:00PM-9:00PM 10/20-11/06 DOWD, J CLC109 OPEN
2726 MW 6:00PM-9:00PM 10/20-11/05 TROST, C USNH OPEN
The following sections are two-day intensive courses.
2727 S 10:00AM-4:30PM 9/06 & 9/13 MCLEAN, R USNH OPEN
2728 S 10:00AM-4:30PM 10/04 & 10/11 DOWD, J USNH OPEN
2729 S 10:00AM-4:30PM 10/25 & 11/01 DOWD, J USNH OPEN
2730 S 10:00AM-4:30PM 11/15 & 11/22 DOWD, J USNH CANCELLED
The following sections are three-day intensive courses.
2731 M 5:30PM-9:30PM 9/15-10/06 SAGER, H BSLC CANCELLED
2732 M 5:30PM-9:30PM 10/27-11/17 SAGER, H BSLC OPEN
2733 M 5:30PM-9:30PM 12/01-12/15 SAGER, H BSLC CANCELLED
SIGN LANGUAGE
CLASS # DAYS TIME DATES INSTRUCTOR ROOM OPEN
2734 F 3:30PM-6:30PM 8/22-12/12 HILTON, A OC3508 OPEN
SHORT TERM VOCATIONAL
CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY – CCNA
MiraCosta College offers the training needed to prepare students to take the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) exam. Classes are offered at the Community Learning Center, 1831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside. For more information call Kathie Laughlin at (760) 795-8737 or visit the Cisco Networking Academy Website http://www.miracosta.edu/cisco.

NEW – Flexible Entry Format for CCNA
The flexible entry format of these classes is designed to fit many schedules. It allows for late enrollment and early finish but it is NOT an online class.

Courses are offered in a self-paced format. Lectures will be Tuesday evenings. Students will arrange their own test deadlines during the orientation session. The following instructional resources will be available: dedicated lab with instructors, mini-lectures, lab time, practice tests, text and multimedia computer tutorials, and one-to-one tutoring. Students must complete a 90-minute orientation in CLC133 within the first week of the semester (late adds have three days following registration) or they may be dropped. For orientation times and more information about this class and the CISCO Open Entry Program, go to http://www.miracosta.edu/cisco. Course descriptions will also be found on the website.

The classroom/lab will be open on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00p.m. - 9:00 p.m., and Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

NCVOC11 Cisco Internetworking Fundamentals

To register for Cisco Internetworking Fundamentals complete the registration form on page 42 and either mail it or deliver it in person to Miracosta College, Community Learning Center, 1831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92058. A $5.00 materials fee must be paid at the time of registration.

2861 OPEN ENTRY TBA TBA Laughlin/Staff CLC133 OPEN
Courses must be taken in sequence. For example, to register for NCVOC12 you need to have completed NCVOC11.
NCVOC12 Router and Routing Basics
Prerequisite: Cisco Internetworking Fundamentals (NCVOC11)
2863 OPEN ENTRY TBA TBA Laughlin/Staff CLC133 OPEN
NCVOC13 Switching Basics and Intermediate Routing
Prerequisite: Router and Routing Basics (NCVOC12)
2865 OPEN ENTRY TBA TBA Laughlin/Staff CLC133 OPEN
NCVOC14 Cisco Wide Area Network Technologies
Prerequisite: Switching Basics and Intermediate Routing (NCVOC13)
2867 OPEN ENTRY TBA TBA Laughlin/Staff CLC133 OPEN
AUTOMOTIVE COURSE
CLASS # DAYS TIME DATES INSTRUCTOR ROOM OPEN
2735 F 6:30PM-9:30PM 8/29-12/12 BOYER, L OC4001 CLOSED
COMPUTER COURSES
CLASS # DAYS TIME DATES INSTRUCTOR ROOM OPEN

NCVOC31 Basic Word Processing

2736 S 8:00AM-11:00AM 8/23-10/11 HERRICK, J CLC135 CLOSED
2737 S 8:00AM-11:00AM 10/18-12/06 HERRICK, J CLC135 CLOSED

NCVOC35 Internet, Intermediate

2738 S 11:00AM-2:00PM 10/18-12/06 HERRICK, J CLC135 CLOSED

NCVOC38 Computer Basics/Keyboarding

2739 T

1:00PM-4:00PM

8/26-10/14 LAUGHLIN, K CLC133 CLOSED
2793 T 1:00PM-4:00PM 10/21-12/09 LAUGHLIN, K CLC133 OPEN

NCVOC39 Beginning Excel

2740 S 11:00AM-2:00PM 8/23-10/11 HERRICK, J CLC135 CLOSED

NCVOC66 Practical Networking for Home/Small Office

This basic course is designed for those intrested in learning the bacisc of computer networking, security and wireless. It also provides a good foundation for those wishing to explore a career in networking.

2891 MW 6:00PM-9:00PM 9/08-11/19 LAUGHLIN, K CLC133 OPEN

NCVOC70 Keyboarding, Self-Paced

Beginnig keyboarding course for those who need to learn the alphabetic keys and basic keyboarding technique. Finger placement and accuracy are emphasized, not speed. Students must purchase an access code for this online keyboarding program.

2869 TH 11:00AM-1:00PM 8/28-12/18 STRIEBEL, K CLC133 OPEN

NCVOC71 Word Processing, Self-Paced

Students practice the operations of a word processing application through document production assignments including electronic messages and Internet assignments. Lectures and supplemental information are included in Blackboard.

2870 TH 11:00AM-1:00PM 8/28-12/18 STRIEBEL, K CLC133 OPEN

NCVOC72 Basic Office Skills

Course emphasizes practical applications needed for working in a business office. Information and drills on telephone techniques, filing, proofreeding, office equipment, mailing procedures, and teamwork are included. No textbook required for this course.

2871 TH 11:00AM-1:00PM 8/28-12/18 STRIEBEL, K CLC133 OPEN
 
 
OLDER ADULTS
State supported educational programs for older adults range in subject from art through writing. While these courses are offered primarily for senior citizens at locations and times convenient to them, the classes are open to all adults.
ART
Students in art classes must furnish their own supplies. Instructors will provide a list of materials at the first class meeting. For additional information on classes which may be of interest to older adults please pay particular attention to the Community Services section of this bulletin.
CLASS # DAYS TIME DATES INSTRUCTOR ROOM OPEN
NCART11 Painting, Intermediate
2741 T 1:00PM-4:00PM 8/19-12/09 PEARCE, S SMI CLOSED
NCART12 Painting, Advanced
2742 TH 9:00AM-12:00PM 8/21-12/11 PEARCE, S HCC CLOSED
***First class meeting ONLY will be held at HH for class 2742***
NCART13 Acrylic Painting
2743 M 9:00AM-12:00PM 8/18-12/08 PEARCE, S MRC CLOSED
NCART15 Portrait and Figure Drawing and Painting
2744 M 9:00AM-12:00PM 8/18-12/08 HAEGER, F HH OPEN
2745 M 12:30PM-3:30PM 8/18-12/08 HAEGER, F HH CLOSED
2746 T 9:00AM-12:00PM 8/19-12/09 HAEGER, F HH CLOSED
Please Note: Both nude and clothed models will be used during the semester.
NCART17 Painting and Drawing
2747 T 9:00AM-12:00PM 8/19-12/09 PEARCE, S SMI CLOSED
NCART20 Basic Drawing and Sketching
2748 T 1:00PM-4:00PM 8/19-12/09 HAEGER, F OSC CLOSED
NCART35 Watercolor Painting on Location
2749 W 12:00PM-3:00PM 8/27-12/10 ADAMS, D HCC CLOSED
2750 M 12:00PM-3:00PM 8/25-12/08 ADAMS, D HCC CLOSED
NCART70 Multi-Media Sculpture
2751 T 9:00AM-12:00PM 8/19-12/09 SULLIVAN, P CLC116 OPEN
2752 W 9:00AM-12:00PM 8/20-12/10 SULLIVAN, P CLC116 OPEN
HEALTH
NCHAS12 Weight Management for Seniors
2753 W 1:00PM-3:00PM 8/20-12/10 HARGROVE, L OSC OPEN
NCHAS70 Body Conditioning Over Easy
This course is designed for older adults with physical limitations (such as problems with feet, knees and hips) who still want to exercise.
2754 MW 9:00AM-10:30AM 8/18-12/10 HARGROVE, L PPRC OPEN
2755 MW 10:30AM-12:00PM 8/18-12/10 HARGROVE, L SPRINGS OPEN
2756 MWF 11:00AM-12:00PM 8/18-12/12 GIBBONS, G CBTS OPEN
2757 TTH 8:30AM-10:00AM 8/19-12/11 CHAPMAN, P VPSA OPEN
2758 TTH 8:45AM-10:15AM 8/19-12/11 GLADISH, R CLOSED
Note: Class 2758 is a chair-based class.
2759 TTH 9:00AM-10:30AM 8/19-12/11 HARGROVE, L OPEN
2760 TTH 1:00PM-2:30PM 8/19-12/11 SHAVER, B OPEN
NCHAS71 Body Conditioning for Seniors
This course is designed to meet the needs of older adults at all levels of fitness (beginning through advanced).
2761 MWF 8:00AM-9:00AM 8/18-12/12 POMPA, P OM3C CLOSED
2762 MWF 8:00AM-9:00AM 8/18-12/12 GRAVES, C OSC OPEN
2763 MWF 9:00AM-10:00AM 8/18-12/12 GRAVES, C OSC OPEN
2764 MWF 9:30AM-10:30AM 8/18-12/12 WILTSHIRE, J OE1C OPEN
2765 MWF 9:45AM-10:45AM 8/18-12/12 SHAVER, B CSCTR CLOSED
2766 TTH 8:00AM-9:30AM 8/19-12/11 HANEY, L HCC OPEN
2767 TTH 8:00AM-9:30AM 8/19-12/11 POMPA, P PC OPEN
2768 TTH 9:30AM-11:00AM 8/19-12/11 GRAVES, C HCC OPEN
NCHAS81 Tai Chi Chuan for Seniors, Beginning
2769 M 8:00AM-10:00AM 8/18-12/08 JANSEN, I SLRH CLOSED
2770 M 10:00AM-12:00PM 8/18-12/08 JANSEN, I OSC CLOSED
2771 T 11:00AM-1:00PM 8/19-12/09 MERSON, Y HCC OPEN
2773 F 8:00AM-9:30AM 8/22-12/12 MERSON, Y CSCTR OPEN
2774 F 9:00AM-11:00AM 8/22-12/12 JANSEN, I HCC CLOSED
NCHAS82 Tai Chi Chuan for Seniors, Intermediate
2775 M 8:00AM-9:30AM 8/18-12/08 MERSON, Y CSCTR OPEN
2776 W 8:00AM-9:30AM 8/20-12/10 MERSON, Y CSCTR OPEN
2777 W 10:00AM-12:00PM 8/20-12/10 JANSEN, I OSC CLOSED
2778 F 10:00AM-12:00PM 8/22-12/12 GILL, R OSC OPEN
NCHAS83 Tai Chi Chuan for Seniors, Advanced
2779 T 8:00AM-9:30AM 8/19-12/09 MERSON, Y CSCTR OPEN
2780 W 9:30AM-11:00AM 8/20-12/10 MERSON, Y CSCTR OPEN
NCHLT75 Balance and Mobility
2715 MW 10:00AM-11:30AM 8/18-12/10 POMPA, P CLC109 OPEN
2716 MW 11:00AM-12:30PM 8/18/-12/10 SHAVER, B CSCTR OPEN
2717 TTH 11:00AM-12:30PM 8/19-12/11 POMPA, P CLC109 OPEN
NCHAS85 Chair Yoga for Adults
This course is designed for older adults who want to improve muscular endurance, flexibility, balance, and reduce stress through yoga poses and breathing techniques. The exercises will be performed sitting in a chair or standing, using the chair for support.
2872 MWF 11:45AM-12:45AM 8/18-12/12 MACFARLANE, E CLC109 CLOSED
MUSIC
NCMUS10 Music Appreciation for Seniors
2781 T 1:30PM-3:30PM 8/19-12/09 LEWIS, D CBTS OPEN
2782 W 1:00PM-3:00PM 8/20-12-/10 LEWIS, D LVCRC OPEN
2895 TH 1:30PM-3:30PM 8/21-12/11 LEWIS, D SSL OPEN
PSYCHOLOGY
NCPSY10 Creative Living for Seniors
2783 TTH 10:30AM-12:00PM 8/19-12/11 CHAPMAN, P PPRC OPEN
2784 TTH 12:30PM-2:00PM 8/19-12/11 CHAPMAN, P SPRINGS OPEN
2785 TTH 2:30PM-4:00PM 8/19-12/11 CHAPMAN, P VPSA OPEN
2786 W 10:00AM-11:30AM 8/20-12/10 LEWIS, D CBTS OPEN
NCPSY11 Self-Awareness through Improvisation
2787 W 1:00PM-3:30PM 8/20-12/10 ALLEN, S CSCTR OPEN
NCPSY12 Understanding Yourself through an Historical Perspective
2788 T 9:00AM-12:00PM 8/19-12/09 DRIELSMA, D CLC108 OPEN

NCPSY50 Creating Your Retirement

This course will assist adults who are approaching retirement ae to explore their options as they plan for a healthy, productive and financially sound retirement.

2792 S 9:00AM-11:OOAM 8/23-10/25 CHAPMAN, P CLC110 CLOSED
WRITING
NCWRT10 Creative Writing
2789 TH 12:30-3:30PM 8/21-12/11 FEATHERSTONE, V OSC CLOSED
NCWRT20 Life Story Writing
2790 W 12:30-3:30PM 8/20-12/10 HARTLEY, M OSC CLOSED
2791 T 1:00PM-4:00PM 8/19-12/09 HARTLEY, M CSCTR CLOSED

NCABE 90 ADULT BASIC EDUCATION, Community Learning Lab

Computer Learning For Everyone. Come to the community learning lab to improve your skills. A teacher will help you choose and learn to use the computer software that will help you reach your goal. You can improve your English skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). You can work on your math skills, learn to use Microsoft Office or to use the Internet. No advance registration is required.

CLASS # DAYS TIME DATES INSTRUCTOR ROOM  
2860 MTWTHFS TBA 8/18-12/11

EBERHARDT, J

ZIMMERMAN, D

CLC130 OPEN
Community Learning Lab Schedule
Monday

8:00AM-12:00PM and 3:00PM-9:00PM

Tuesday

8:00AM-12:00PM and 6:00PM-9:00PM

Wednesday 8:00AM-12:00PM and 3:00PM-9:00PM
Thursday 8:00AM-3:00PM and 5:00PM-9:00PM
Friday 9:00AM-1:00PM
Saturday 8:00AM-12:00PM
The Community Learning Lab will be CLOSED on the following dates:

September 1

October 13-16

November 10

November 26 (after 12 noon), 27, 28, and 29