S Discover January-March 2002 Vancouver Community College C O N T I N U I N G E D U C A T I O N Map your future with Continuing Education courses. Free Information Sessions, page 3. 03486702 ➤ E X P E R I E N C E ➤D I F F E R E N C E ➤VA L U E ➤F U T U R E Applied Design Program Information and Application: Cherie Spence, 604.443.8335 Senior Program Coordinator: Cecelia Deare, 604.443.8386 Applied Design Program (051700) Explore an interdisciplinary curriculum while evaluating various educational and career opportunities in applied design including architecture, graphics, advertising and fashion, interior design, theatre, film and new media. Focus on developing design awareness with individual creativity and expression. Design is everywhere - it surrounds us in the built environment and the products we use every day. Learn the language of design as well as applications to different media and industries. Develop core skills required to express basic concepts through direct instruction and studio exercises combined with site visits, research projects and discussions with industry professionals. On completion of the program participants will be prepared to render basic design challenges as well as produce a portfolio. (Hawkins and other practicing professionals) $765 12 day- Sa. Jan. 26, 09:30-15:30 - DS Entry Requirements An Application for Admission to the Applied Design Program, located in the back of the Applied Design Program Guide must be submitted prior to acceptance. Program Guides may be obtained by dropping by the office at 250 West Pender Street or phoning the program assistant to have one mailed to you. Awakening and Developing Creativity (050711) Creativity is a special way of thinking, feeling and behaving, ideally leading to an achievement or original functional or aesthetic product. Creativity is essential in many fields of expertise: arts and design, fashion, electronics and business. Practice and develop your creativity while exploring topics including: psychology and the collective unconscious, brainstorming, research, lectures, hands-on exercises, problem-solving, incubation process and more! This course will assist you to discover, loosen and focus your creativity to assist you in whatever field you choose to work. (Llano} $129 4 eve. Tu. Feb 5, 18:30-21:30 - CC Floral Design Program Registration: 604.443.8484 Program Assistant: Cherie Spence, 604.443.8335 Senior Program Coordinator: Cecelia Deare, 604.443.8386 Note After a long and well-respected tradition of preparing Floral Design students for the industry, we regret to announce that new students will no longer be accepted and that the program will be discontinued. For current Floral Design students at Vancouver Community College pursuing their Floral Design Associate Certificate or Floral Design Certificate, the courses below are offered to assist you to complete your programs. For new students who are interested in pursuing this career, please check with other colleges and school districts offering Floral Design programs. Floral Design Level Ill (250107) A continuation of the design elements, principles and practice in the skill development of advanced floral designs. Includes continual hands-on practice to ensure competence and confidence in building floral designs according to specific and demanding industry standards. Through lecture, demonstration, assignments, critiques and exams you will have the opportunity to develop a high level of skill in this beautiful art. Fee includes $20 per night for flowers. Prerequisite: Floral Design II (250106) (Portice} $639 "I really enjoyed the courses in the Gemmology Program. The calibre of the instructors was great, the lab classes amazing, and the books and materials excellent. The program has an excellent reputation; it has really prepared me for a career in the field." Gemmology Diplom� Program Eric Matheson, Graduate Recipient at the W. Donald Goodger Award 13 eve - Tu. Jan 22, 18:00-21:30 - CC Business of Floristry (250108) For those who are interested in going into business on their own this course covers the essentials for setting up and running a successful floral design business. Learn daily flower shop operations including: management basics, space and equipment needs, retail merchandising, creating your image, marketing strategies, developing policies and procedures, cash flow projections, planning, wire services and more. This course is comprehensive and provides much detail for understanding this unique business. It should be done, however, in addition to the completion of a full business plan in cooperation with your bank as is necessary for any business. (Portice} $349 10 eve - Mo. Jan. 21, 18:30-21:30 - CC Portfolio Preparation (250110) Individuals often invest a great deal of time creating fabulous floral arrangements only to have their work under represented by an inadequate presentation portfolio. A professional presentation is necessary for seeking employment and selling your design services to potential clients. Learn the key elements required to market yourself, proven marketing strategies and the elements required to begin creating an effective floral design portfolio concept. Includes resume tips and interview skills to assist you to be successful in the job market. Prerequisite: Floral Design II (250106) (Woodburn) $190 6 eve - We. Jan 23, 18:30-21:30 - CC Gemmology Information: Program Assistant: Cherie Spence, 604.443.8335 Senior. Program Coordinator: Cecelia Deare, 604.443.8386 Gemmology Certification Program Gemmologists are certified in Canada by the Canadian Gemmological Association after an intensive program at study leading to a final exam. This is an intensive, two year, part time program which requires regular classroom attendance, considerable home study, weekly homework, and regular quizzes- all culminating in a final exam. On successful completion of the exam, you will be certified as an internationally recognized gemmologist. You will obtain proficiency with a range of gemmological equipment and will learn to test and identify a wide variety of gemstones. In addition, you will learn to differentiate between natural and synthetic gemstones as well as treatments and enhancements. Diamond grading, coloured stone grading and appraisal formats are also studied. Preliminary year classes (051109) $1,350, one night a week from September to June Diploma year classes (051113) $2,235, two nights a week from September to June. The first night is a theory class and the second night each week is a hands-on lab class. Entry Requirements The Application for Admission to the Gemmology Program, which is found in the back of the Program Guide, must be submitted prior to acceptance into the program. A Program Guide may be obtained by dropping by the office at 250 West Pender Street or phoning the program assistant to have one mailed to you. Applications are now being accepted for September 2002. The Informed Consumer Series Estate Jewellery: Ask an Expert (051185) Is the red stone in your grandmother's locket a ruby? Do you have old or odd pieces of jewellery and want to know more about them? Bring your older treasures to this workshop and find out what you have. Limited to five pieces per person. This is not an appraisal session for insurance purposes. (Devine) $30 1 eve - Tu. Feb 12, 18:30-21:30 - CC Learn What You Need to Know About Diamonds (051165) If you are planning a diamond purchase now or in the future, come and learn how cut, clarity, colour and carat affect both the quality and the price of this sparkling gem. Are you paying a fair price? When you pay for the best, make sure that's what you're getting. Inform yourself to protect your investment. (Wallace} $30 1 eve. - We. Feb 20, 18:30-21:30 - CC Professional Studies Available next term (April - June}: Master(r))Valuer Program (051135) This is the appraisal program approved by the Canadian Jewellers Association. The five-day workshop includes: jewellery appraising, principles of valuation, nomenclature and appraisal definitions, research techniques, understanding market values, accurate report writing, identifying manufacturing methods, metals testing, valuation of diamonds and coloured gemstones, value factors in phenomenal gems, valuing synthetic and treated gemstones, hallmarks, understanding provenance and how it affects value, valuing contemporary, antique and estate jewellery, writing antique jewellery appraisals, valuing for insurance appraisals and more! Registration deadline is April 11, 2002. (Miller} $950 Gemmology Institute of America (GIA) courses Registration: 604.443.8484 Program Assistant: Cherie Spence, 604.443.8335 Senior Program Coordinator: Cecelia Deare, 604.443.8386 Registration deadline is March 1, 2002 for all GIA courses. Diamond Grading (051180) The creators of the international Diamond Grading System teach you the art and science of diamond grading so you can grade diamonds consistently and accurately. Registration deadline is March 1, 2002. (GIA} $2,895 5 day- Mo/Tu/We/Th/Fr. Apr 15-19, 09:00-17:00 - CC Gem Identification (051184) Learn how GIAs renowned experts identify natural and synthetic gemstones while studying the latest gem treatments. Learn to identify 60 gem species using the latest gem testing equipment and procedures. Gain confidence in using the microscope, refractometer, polariscope and dicroscope. Registration deadline March 1, 2002. (GIA} $1,495 5 day- Mo/Tu/We/Th/Fr. Apr 8-12, 09:00-17:00 - CC Pearl Grading {051181) Discover how the experts instantly discern the quality of akoya, fresh water, South Sea, and Tahitian pearls and learn to recognize pearl value factors. Capitalize on the booming pearl market and transfer your new knowledge into consumer benefits. Registration deadline March 1, 2002. (GIA} $699 1 day- Fr. Apr 5, 09:00-17:00 - CC Synthetic and Treatment Update (051145) Become aware of fakes and modifications. Learn the secrets to recognizing heat-treated, diffusion­ treated, oiled, fracture-filled and dyed gems. Familiarize yourself with the unique characteristics of treated gemstones including: diamond, emerald, ruby, sapphire and jadeite. Learn to recognize key inclusions and other features of numerous synthetics including moissanite. Registration deadline March 1, 2002. (GIA} $699 1 day- Th. Apr 4, 09:00-17:00 - CC 5 day- Mo/Tu/We/Th/Fr. May27-31, 09:00-16:00 - CC R e g i s t r a t i o n & i n f o r m a t i o n 6 0 4 . 4 4 3 . 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