This is an individualized class that covers
keyboarding Lessons 1 – 20 by touch. All students
work on computers. Accuracy and speed development is
offered. Students may enter at any time.
OBT 012 Intermediate Keyboarding
This is an individualized class that covers
keyboarding Lessons 21 – 80 by touch through the
production of business documents. Students work on
computers and learn MS Word as they advance. Extensive
accuracy and speed development is offered. Students may
enter at any time.
OBT 013 Advanced Keyboarding
This is an individualized class that applies
keyboarding and MS Word skills to business documents
through the application of advanced features in
specialized situations. Class covers Lessons 81- 120.
Extensive accuracy and speed development is offered.
Students may enter at any time.
OBT 021 Business Math and Calculators
This course improves basic math skills and teaches
calculators by touch and calculator functions.
OBT 022 Beginning Account Clerk
Students will study the full accounting cycle in
Chapters 1 – 16, financial statements, payroll, accounts
receivable/payable in manual and QuickBooks and Peachtree
formats.
OBT 023 Advanced Account Clerk
Students will study advanced accounting Chapters 17 –
24, financial statements, uncollectibles, notes
payable/receivable, accruals, inventory, advanced accounts
receivable/payable in manual and QuickBooks and Peachtree
formats.
OBT 031 Business Writing: Email
This course covers email writing including English essentials
and email etiquette rules.
OBT 032 Business Writing: Memos
This course focuses on interoffice memorandum writing. English essentials and
other forms of workplace documents such as news releases.
OBT 033 Business Letter Writing
This course covers business letter composition, English essentials, and
production of other workplace documents such as agendas and minutes.
OBT 034 Filing Fundamentals
This course covers the use of indexing rules to file alphabetically,
numerically, geographically, and by subject. Timed exercise practices, handouts,
and quizzes are designed to assist students to prepare for employment tests and
to accurately perform on-the-job filing. Computerized software provides hands-on
review filing fundamentals.
OBT 035 On-the-Job Communication
This course emphasizes workplace interaction and avoiding barriers to
communication as well as adapting to a variety of personal communication styles.
Included are communication strategies for getting along with coworkers,
supervisors, and clients. Other topics covered are decision making, problem
solving, and overcoming negative behaviors in teams/groups.
OBT 061 Medical Front Office
Topics covered under this program include a comprehensive understanding of
medical front office duties: medical terminology, front office procedures,
medical billing and coding, medical transcription and Medisoft.
OBT 062 Dental Front Office
Topics covered under this program include a comprehensive understanding of
dental front office duties: dental terminology, office procedures, billing and
transcription techniques, and Dental Software.
Computers – Course Descriptions
OBT 070 Introduction to Computers
This course is designed as a foundation to prepare students
for the study and use of microcomputer software applications. It
offers background information and a hands-on introduction to
personal computers and its software. This course includes
supervised laboratory learning and lecture/demonstrations.
OBT 071 Computer Basics for ESL
OBT 080 Windows
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the
basic computer skills essential for using Microsoft Windows to
interact with IBM compatible microcomputers in a competent manner.
OBT 090 Microsoft Excel
This course is designed to meet the employment needs of
private industry and of the public sector. It offers hands-on
computerized spreadsheet training for students with no previous
spreadsheet experience. The Introduction to Computers class or
some recent computer experience is recommended for enrollment.
OBT 091 Microsoft Advanced Excel
Advanced Excel is designed to teach students advanced features
of MS Excel including applying number formats using Excel
templates, linking and sharing workbooks, and utilizing financial
and statistical functions. Beginning Excel is strongly recommended
for enrollment.
OBT 095 Quickbooks
Automated accounting for a small business use. Knowledge of
accounting is recommended. Introduction to Computers or some
computer experience is recommended for enrollment.
OBT 097 Peachtree
Automated accounting for a small business use. Knowledge of
accounting is recommended. Introduction to Computers or some
computer experience is required for enrollment.
OBT 100 Beginning Microsoft Word
This course is designed to meet the employment needs of the
public sector and private industry. It offers hand-on word
processing for students with no previous word processing
experience. A typing speed of 25 is recommended. Introduction to
Computers or some recent computer experience is recommended for
enrollment.
OBT 101 Advanced Microsoft Word
This course is designed to teach students advanced features of
MS Word including using mail merge, creating tables, inserting
graphics into a document, modifying charts, creating styles and
applying macros. Beginning Word and a typing speed of 25 wpm are
strong recommended.
OBT 111 Microsoft PowerPoint
This course is designed to help turn your ideas into
professional, compelling presentations. Introduction to Computers
or some recent computer experience is recommended for enrollment.
OBT 113 Microsoft Access
Access is database management software. Experience with Word
or Excel is recommended. The Introduction to Computers class or
some recent computer experience is required for enrollment.
OBT 138 Outlook
This course provides an introduction to a personal information
management (PMI) program using MS Office Outlook. This beginning
course includes communication by email, managing contacts,
planning tasks and schedules, and managing the inbox.
OBT 140 Internet
This class offers instruction in sending/receiving email and
using Internet Explorer to search the World Wide Web. Introduction
to Computers or some recent computer experience is required for
enrollment.
OBT 150 Integrated Technology
This course introduces methods of creating documents and other
projects by importing information and images into Word or
PowerPoint from Excel, Access, Outlook, and peripheral hardware
such as digital cameras and scanners.
Home Arts – Course Descriptions
HOM A 010 Creative Stitchery
This course covers the many stitching techniques found in the
three general categories of needlework – surface embroidery,
needlepoint (canvas work), and counted thread. This broad range of
stitching techniques is presented for the purpose of developing wall
hangings, pictures, pillows and other decorative items. To enhance
needlework as an art form, a wide variety of traditional and
contemporary threads and fabrics are used.
HOM A 020 Multi-Level Sewing and Dressmaking
This course meets the needs of the beginning sewing student or the
student with limited experience, as well as the student with some
experience ranging from intermediate to advanced levels, including
tailoring, if needed.
HOM A 040 Quilt Making
This course presents quilt-making techniques for the purpose of
developing functional and decorative items. Traditional and
contemporary designs and techniques will be demonstrated and
practiced.
Lifelong Learning – Course Descriptions
LLS 010 Contemporary World Issues
This course centers on discussion of current social, political,
and cultural issues around the world. This class is an opportunity
to discuss, share opinions, and gain insight into the complex
events of today’s world.
LLS 013 Volunteering for Health and Service
This course centers on the needs of the people in the community
and the impact volunteers have on those needs. Students learn
about the various volunteer opportunities in the local area and
work with at least one of them.
LLS 020 Joy of Living
This course is an interactive discussion course with an emphasis
on personal enrichment and on meeting life’s challenges with a
positive outlook.
LLS 021 Quality of Life
This course is an interactive class focusing on improving the
quality of life, increasing social outlets, and clarifying life
issues.
LLS 023 Family Relationships
This course explores the nature and importance of social,
mental, and emotional connections with family, friends, and
colleagues.
LLS 024 Philosophy an Ethics for Everyday Living
This course examines the philosophies and ethics of a variety of
historical and modern thinkers. Discussion centers on the
application of these theories to the student’s life.
LLS 027 Where’s My Memory?
This course class explores the far reaches of the human mind – the
processes of remember and forgetting.
LLS 030 Discovering Yourself through Memoir Writing and More
This course provides the opportunity for mature adults to call,
discuss and translate their memories into written memoirs by
application of varied writing techniques and share oral
expression.
LLS 040 Health and Exercise
This course is a health and fitness class designed for the mature
adult. Learn the correct ways to stretch and stay limber.
Participate in low-impact aerobics to improve cardiovascular
health. Learn health and diet information designed to help adults
create and retain vigor and well-being.
LLS 042 Health and Fitness through Aerobic Movement
This course is a health course designed for the mature adult who
is interested in improving general health, fitness, physical
coordination, and memory.
LLS 044 Diet and Nutrition
This course covers nutritional basics as a foundation for
personalizing a healthy, simple, and effective diet plan that is
best for each student.
LLS 050 Beginning Sketching
This course is designed to introduce basic drawing of sketching
skills to the older adult. Students will learn the basics of mark
making which will enable them to document their lives and
interests by means of a sketchbook.
LLS 051 Advanced Sketching
This course introduces more advanced drawing skills to the older
adult. Students further explore mark making and its potential for
documentation and self-expression. Work on location will allow
students to develop more skill as they sketch from life.
Presentation and observation of student work and artists work will
enrich mark making vocabulary and dialogue.
LLS 052 Introduction to Painting
This course is an introduction to methods of painting. Students
are introduced to oil pastel, oil painting and acrylic painting
mediums. Emphasis is placed on visual interpretation,
familiarization with the various mediums, design and color
principles and various techniques of painting.
LLS 053 Watercolor and color Drawing
This course provides a transition from sketching to painting for
older or mature adults by reviewing and developing basic drawing
skills and by applying the use of an aqua or dust medium and a
brief introduction of color principles to these skills.
LLS 070 Contemporary Novels
This course involves discussion of current novels and some
nonfiction providing a medium through which one develops insight
into creative expressions.
LLS 072 Film Criticism
This course affords the development of critical analysis of films.
Discussion of both contemporary and earlier films provides an
opportunity to gain insight and understanding into the creation of
the films and the effects of cultural and societal mores on the
content and production of movies. Selected motion pictures are
screened.
LLS 080 Acting Improvisation Workshop
This course explores acting techniques in a series of theater
games and improvisations that emphasize basic acting skills.
LLS 090 Art History
This course promotes an understanding of the role of art in human
development. A variety of periods, geographical areas, and artists
will be presented.
LLS 095 World Religions
This course provides a general introduction to human beings’
religious nature, ancient religions, and a more thorough
discussion of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism.
LLS 101 Money Management
This course introduces students to basic financial principals
needed for everyday life.
LLS 141 Ancient Civilizations of the World
This course explores the history, archaeology and influence of
civilizations in the ancient world. Each session explores a
different civilization.
LLS 200 Encore
This course offers a series of informative seminars of special
interest to mature adults. It is designed to develop leadership
skills and offer an opportunity to increase social connections in
the community.
Parent Education – Course Descriptions
PARED 010 Infants (0 - 6 Months)
This course focuses study on parenting children from birth through
6 months of age. Parents (or caregivers) attend class with one or
more children of the designated age.
PARED 011 Infants (7 – 12 Months)
This course focuses study on parenting children from 7 to 12
months of age. Parents (or caregivers) attend class with one or
more children of the designated age.
PARED 012 Toddlers (13 – 19 Months)
This course focuses study on parenting children from 13 to 19
months of age. Parents (or caregivers) attend class with one or
more children of the designated age.
PARED 013 Toddlers (20 – 26 Months)
This course focuses study on parenting children from 20 – 26
months of age. Parents (or caregivers) attend class with one or
more children of the designated age.
PARED 020 Two-Year-Olds
This course focuses study on parenting the two-year-old child.
Parents (or caregivers) attend class with one or more child of the
designated age.
PARED 021 Two or Three-Year Olds
This course focuses study on parenting children from age two
through the pre-kindergarten years. Parents (or caregivers)
attend class with one or more children of the designated age.
PARED 031 Three or Four-Year-Olds
This course focuses study on parenting the three or four-year-old
child. Parents (or caregivers) attend class with one or more
children of the designated age.
PARED 041 Pre-Kindergarten
This course focuses study on parenting the pre-kindergarten aged
child (4 to 5 years of age). Parents (or caregivers) attend class
with one or more children of the designated age.
PARED 050 Multi-Age
This course focuses study on parenting children from birth through
the pre-kindergarten years. Parents (or caregivers) attend class
with one or more pre-school age child.
PARED 051 Fathering Skills
This course focuses study on the father’s role in parenting
children from birth through the pre-kindergarten years. Fathers
attend class with one or more pre-school age child.
PARED 054 Working Parents
This course focuses study on the working parent’s role in
parenting children from birth through the pre-kindergarten years.
Special attention is given to the challenges of raising a child
while working full-time. Parents attend class with one or more
children of the designated age.
PARED 060 Positive Parenting Skills
This course focuses on parents who seek instruction in positive,
alternative parenting methods that will redirect inappropriate
behavior of children and adolescents of all ages. If needed by
the students enrolled, this class may also address single
parenting issues. Court referred parents are welcome.
