I^INCOU^ER WINTER 1986 DIRECTORY OF CONTINUING EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Make 1986 the start of something new in your life! 1986 will bring us HALLEY'S COMET, VANCOUVER'S 100th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS and EXPO, so get on the SKY TRAIN and make 1986 your year to LEARN A BETTER LIVING at your VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE. V.V.I, is only a short block from the Stadium. VCC Vancouver Vocational Institute 250 West Pender VCC King Edward Campus 1155 E." K.E.C. is just 4 Blocks from the Broadway Sky Train Station. VCC Langara Campus 100 W. 49th Ave., Plenty of Free Parking PLEASE SEE PAGE 2 FOR: INDEX and MAIL-IN REGISTRATION FORM 24 MNCOUeER COMMUNITY CARPENTRY — BASIC/BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM Vancouver ¦ This nine month career-entry program is offered in two consecutive parts. Part one (Basic) will provide the student with hands-on skills and related knowledge in residential construction. Part two (Building Construction) will provide advanced levels of skills and knowledge in the commercial and heavy construction fields. Early enrollment is recommended. vCOLLEGEM^ Vocational Institute CONSTRUCTION TRADES VCC facility at Capilano College, Location: North Vancouver POWER ENGINEERING GENERAL AND TECHNICAL After completing nine months of intensive training, graduates are prepared to write the B.C. Ministry of Labour supervised examination for an Interprovincial Fourth Class Power Engineer's Certificate of Competency. Graduates may then be able to obtain employment as Fourth Class Power Engineers in industry and be qualified for positions as operators and maintenance repairmen in oil refineries, chemical plants, and refrigeration plants, and as caretakers of large buildings with central heating and air conditioning systems. POWER AND PROCESS ENGINEERING This program prepares gradutaes to write the B.C. Ministry of Labour supervised examinations for an Interprovincial Third Class Power Engineer's Certificate of Competency. Graduates may then be able to obtain employment as Third Class Power Engineers and be qualified for positions FULL TIME CREDIT PROGRAMS ELECTRICITY BASIC Get "hands-on" job experience as you work toward your certificate. When you enter industry, you'll be able to perform the demanding work of an electrician. The Electricity Basic program introduces you to the principles of electric circuits and systems, motor control and motor winding. When you complete the three month program you'll be ready to assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of single and three-phase wiring systems. Prerequisite: Grade 10 with Math 11 or equivalent of considerable responsibility in large industrial plants such as: pulp mills, saw mills, oil refineries, thermal power stations, refrigeration plants, breweries, and hospitals. BUIDING SERVICE WORKER This 10-week course is comprised of three sections: UNIT 1 General Cleaning Program 5 weeks UNIT 2 Floor Maintenance Program 3 weeks UNIT 3 Carpet Cleaning Program 2 weeks Modern methods and procedures, with sophisticated equipment and supplies, necessary for the economical use of time, elimination of wastes and the conservation of energy, are stressed throughout the B.S.W. preemployment course. CAREER TRAINING IN OFFICE ADMINISTRATION We have a limited number of spaces in these classes. TO ENSURE YOUR PLACE, APPLY NOW! in person to: ADMISSIONS DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY Vancouver. Vocational Institute For the seasoned secretary, as well as providing supervision and organization skills, the program offers an advanced shorthand or information processing option, including hands-on applications for word processors and micro-computers. Length: 3 months, full-time 250 West Pender Street Vancouver, B.C. V6B 1S9 ¦ OR ¦ Contact the Counselling Department for further information. WORD PROCESSING PHONE: 681-8111 WORD PROCESSING (Basic) Applications will be accepted Mon. through Fri., between 8:00 a.m. and This one month course can prepare you for a job as a clerk-typist or word processing trainee, or provide the foundation necessary to enter the word processing operator program. 6:00 p.m. or see your local CANADA EMPLOYMENT & IMMIGRATION CENTRE for possible SPONSORSHIP. MARKETING MICRO TECHNOLOGY You'll acquire the skills and knowledge to: - apply marketing principles to wholesale and retail supply and demand, , distribution, consumer choice and management's approach to business. - apply techniques of salesmanship to approach, attract and retain cus¬ tomers as well as communicate effectively at all levels. ¦ process and analyze market research data, understand computer and word processor concepts and potential, plus the merchandising ap¬ proaches and techniques for marketing micro-technology. Prerequisite: Grade 12 or equivalent Commencing: Feb. 2, 1986 DRAFTING WORD PROCESSING OPERATOR Vancouver Vocational Institute's streamlined training combines the latest in office technology with the city's top business instructors to give you an edge in the job market. Our short-term, high quality programs take you from basic preparation to advanced specialty training for a career as a legal secretary, administrative secretary, word processor, medical office assistant or junior accountant. Whether you are just out of school and thinking about that important first job, or you are already working and looking for challenge and advancement, the V.V.I, has the training programs to take you where you want to go. 3-12 month drafting programs are offered. 1. Architectural, structural and computer aided drafting 2. Architectural, mechanical and computer aided drafting 3. Architectural, steel detailing and computer aided drafting In each of the above. Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) will be used to generate selected drawings within the programs. Our programs are offered full-time and part-time, evenings and Saturdays, to meet your needs. You can receive advanced standing for present qualifications. COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING UPGRADE (CAD) excellence in the Business. Computer Aided Drafting I — Upgrade will enable drafters, engineers and architects to obtain "hands-on" computer aided drafting experience. After one month of full-time training, graduates will have an understanding of CAD fundamentals. They will be prepared for employment operating CAD Upon completion of any college certificate program, you can opt for advanced training or go out to the job market. Remember! When you successfully complete an OFFICE/CAREER PROGRAM at the V.V.I, you receive a COLLEGE CERTIFICATE, a recognized standard of (intermediate/advanced). Prerequisite for CAD I Completion of a 12 month Drafting ADVANCED WORD PROCESSING OPERATOR This one month program extends the skills and horizons of the experienced word processing operator. You learn to use math processing and records processing, as well as to create, debug and use keystroke routines. LEGAL SECRETARIAL LEGAL SECRETARY Prepares you to work in an office that handles general law, wills and estates, litigation, conveyancing, divorce and corporate procedures. Length: 3 months, full-time MEDICAL ALLIED HEALTH CLERK At the end of 3 months full-time study you will be ready to work as a clerk typist, copy typist, word processing clerk or receptionist in a hospital, clinic or medical office. MEDICAL WORD PROCESSING TRANSCRIPTIONIST equipment at an entry level or they may proceed to COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING II — UPGRADE which will prepare experienced drafters, engineers and architects, for employment as efficient CAD operators Training on both a shared logic and stand-alone word processing system, priority setting and organization, prepare you to handle a processor's job in a wide range of offices and companies. Length: 3 months, full-time SECRETARIAL BUSINESS EDUCATION PREP Program or acceptable equivalent. Commencing: CAD I Jan. 2, 1986, Mar. 3, 1986 CAD II Jan. 2, 1986, Feb. 3, 1986 If you don't know how to type, operate a calculator, handle business forms, or you simply need to improve your typing speed and accuracy, this program provides a first step into the business world. Length: 3 months full time. DINING ROOM AND LOUNGE SERVICE PROGRAM ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK Designed to prepare graduates for the busy Hospitality industry where well trained waiters and waitresses are always in demand for the best restaurants and bars. You acquire the skills and poise to handle a job as a junior typist, receptionist, mail clerk, office clerk or junior data entry operator. Length: 3 months, full-time You'll receive excellent on-the-job training in the Institute's licensed dining room where you'll learn how to perform hosting and cashier duties; bartending; present and serve wine; flame dishes at table side (i.e. Crepe Suzettes) and carve Beef Wellington. Prerequisites: Grade 10 or equivalent Commencing: Every 3 weeks INFORMATION PROCESSOR This program gears you to handle the latest technology in the automated office and provides a solid introduction to electronic typing, machine transcription and word processing to work as a clerk-typist, typist or dicta-typist. Length: 3 months, full-time POWER SEWING SECRETARY Learn the basic skills necessary to obtain employment in the garment industry with manufacturers of ladies' sportswear, men's sportswear and flotation devices; in addition, you may obtain employment or start your own business producing draperies or making alterations and minor clothing repairs. Commencing: As space permits Your ticket to a secretary's position in junior or middle management, preparing you to handle a full range of office duties, including word processing, shorthand, drafting correspondence, organizing meetings, interviewing and computer applications. Length: 3 months, full-time This intensive 6 month course prepares those who already have some experience or training in the medical office field, to work as transcriptionists and medical word processing operators in hospitals, university medical faculties and specialists' offices. MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT This comprehensive program qualifies you to manage an office in a medical practice, clinic or hospital: appointments, patient files, bookkeeping, medical billing, word processing, and some clinical procedures. Length: 9 months, full-time ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING/DATA CLERK Basic bookkeeping skills for small business. Learn to handle journalizing, postings, prepare a trial balance, record, adjust and close entries. As well as use bookkeeping computer software packages. Length: 3 months, full-time ACCOUNTING CLERK Graduates of this program are qualified to do more advanced accounting, such as payroll, financial statements, accounting for cash, accounts receivable, inventories, plant and equipment, and intangibles. Emphasis is on computer accounting. Length: 3 months, full-time JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT The program provides an understanding of the principles of business law, accounting for proprietorship, partnerships and corporations and handling accounting applications on computer systems. Length; 3 months, full-time mmmwm TABLE OF CONTENTS COMMUNITY Now you can register for Continuing Education and CONTINUING EDUCATION REGISTRATION INFORMATION Courses - 3 Ways Continuing And use your VISA, too! Education Division Accounting Acting Adul! 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By PHONE, call the phone number given in the registration information for the campus in which the course is being held and we'll charge it to your VISA card 3 In PERSON as outlined m the registration information with payment by cheque, cash or VISA Continuing Education phone numbers Continuing Education on-campus phone numbers Vancouver Vocational Institute 682-5844 King Edward Campus 875-8200 Langara Campus 324-5322 Continuing Nursing Education 687-1757 or 681-8111, loc 408 If you did not receive a VCC flyer m the mail, pick one up at the nearest VCC campus, community centre or library WITHDRAWALS, REFUNDS & COURSE CANCELLATIONS Requests for refunds stating reasons must be received in writing at the appropriate program centre BEFORE THE SECOND COURSE SESSION Your receipt MUST accompany the request Refunds are not permitted for some courses and events Some short courses require refund requests prior to start date Please read each section carefully Specifically, if the duration of a course is three sessions or less a refund request must be received PRIOR to the course start date Refunds are subject to an administrative charge of 10 per cent of course fees or a minimum MAIL IN REGISTRATION FORM MNCOUI/ER TOMMUNiW Include cheque or money order and mail to Continuing Education Division of $10 00, unless a course is cancelled, in which case a FULL refund will be made Should a course be cancelled, your receipt MUST be returned before a refund can be issued Refunds are made by cheque Please allow four weeks for processing any refunds Fee payments made by VISA are refunded by means of a VISA credit voucher VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE RIGHT TO CANCEL COURSES Continuing Education Division 1155 East Broadway, Box 24785, Station 'C The College reserves the right to cancel courses due to Vancouver, B.C. 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Cheque ÿ VISA mail-m pages 3 to 17 MNCOUrER COIIIIIINIW Continuing Education Division MANAGING CHANGE Managing change in today's environment ts fundamentally different than it was a few years ago The rapid acceleration of change as a result of new technologies and a "new economy" have created a pressing need to apply new management approaches and methods Management Skills in the 1980's and 1990's must incorporate flexibility and adaptability This program is designed to help managers and supervisors develop the new skills needed to lead their people successfully in these turbulent times This 5 day program is designed for those in management positions who wish to anticipate and manage the impact of change in their organization MANAGING CHANGE IN THE HEALTH CARE FIELD Same as above but focused specifically on the problems of change affecting those working in the Health Care Field MANAGEMENT TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT V.C.C Cantrnuiftg Education i$ pieced to offer the Business and Industna) Community a selection of high impact skill development courses designed to meet the special needs in yoUf organization, As a fttrthsrsefvice to yog, we can offer speciatrzedapproaches for your tfaimng needs¦}- In-House Training on Management Skills 2, Qn-Sife jetecoyrses .. 3 Custom designed training programs to meet specffic needs 4 Consulting srervices to help you set up md design your own training activities using your staff and resources For further information contact Dermis Johnston, Continuing Education - 875-8200 MANAGEMENT SKILLS FOR SUPERVISORS PROVINCIAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM if you Supervise Others then this is the program for you Management Skills for Supervisors has proven successful with over 7,000 Supervisors in 800 organizations in B C , Alberta, and Ontario It is skill based and practical Over the twelve days, you will be involved with tightly integrated material including interactive video, movies, group experiences and guided discussions, practice sessions, case studies, self-scoring profile inventories, and structured experiences This is the only program CERTIFIED & ENDORSED by the Business Council ol B C and the Ministry of Education The program is divided into 3 parts and takes place over 12-16 weeks \o give you ample opportunity to practice your skills tn the workplace and develop your new approaches to successful supervision Part 1 INTERPERSONAL SKILLS (4 days) K6001 350 00 Jan 29 K6002 Part 2 GROUP SKILLS (4 days) K6003 350 00 Feb 25 K6004 Part 3 ADMINISTRATIVE SKILLS (4 days) K6005 350 00 Apr 8 K6006 Ask for details on how you might qualify under E I C Job Strategies Programs to help off-set training Fees and Salaries FOR WOMEN SUPERVISORS ONLY! Management Skills for Supervisors A Woman's Perspective For further information, contact Dennis Johnston, Continuing Education — 875-8200 Introduction to Canadian business law, including the law of contracts, negotiable mstrumenls, partnerships, sale of goods, labour/management, insurance, banks and banking Thurs, Jan 16 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks COMMUNICATIONS L6020 130.00 Develop your business writing skills and employment correspondence through memos, letters, reports and resumes Learn effective speaking and listening techniques through one-to-one/group interactions and oral presentations Prerequisite English Placement Test Wed, Jan 15 Langara 700-1000 pm 13 weeks COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN BUSINESS L6021 130 00 A hands-on overview of the concepts of computer use in business, emphasiz¬ ing systems review and planning, equipment decisions, micro vs main¬ frames, electronic communication, effective problem solving Mon , Jan 13 Quantum 6 30-9 30 p m 7 weeks FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & DECISION MAKING L6022 130.00 Continuing Education Certificate Program Demand for trained telecommunications managers and personnel is growing rapidly throughout the industrial world To meet this demand for more and better educated Telecommunications Managers, V C C is offering a Continuing Education Certificate Program in Telecommunications Management This program is parttime and offers new skills tailored to advance or change your career The Telecommunications Management program consists ot the following four courses, - Basic Business Telecommunications - Business Telecommunications Management - Data Telecommunications Management - Advanced Telecommunications Management"" BASIC BUSINESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS 1000 17S.00 Gam understanding and practical knowledge in the three main business telecommunications disciplines of voice, data and messaging Learn business communication voice systems, data networks, mobile radio and other special services Included are field trips and practical case studies Tues , Feb 25, K6008 K E C 7 00-10 00 p m 12 sessions Thurs , Feb 27 K6009 KEC 7 00-10 00 p m 12 sessions BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAM For registration call 324-5322 For detailed program information call 324-5214 As a non-financial manager you will learn to analyze accounting data and use it as a basis for skillful management planning, forecasting, budgeting, controlling and decision making, etc Those interested in the technical aspects of accumulating and recording accounting data should take Accounting 1115) Tues , Jan 14 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks MANAGING FOR SUCCESS L6023 130.00 Expand and develop basic management skills and functions learned in Level I courses planning, directing, controlling, staffing, coaching and counselling, management/labour relations, team building and work simplification Wed, Jan 15 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks MANAGING THROUGH PEOPLE L6024 130.00 Learn to develop and appreciate the elements of supervision leadership qualities, motivation, interpersonal skills, communication, human relations, goal-setting, problem-solving, employer/employee relations Tues , Jan 14 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks SALES & MARKETING L6025 130.00 Learn the importance of developing a comprehensive marketing strategy and knowledgeable sales force through identification of market, product research and development, advertising and promotion, pricing, customer servicing, competition, transportation and distribution, and staffing/training programs Mon , Jan 13 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 3115 L6026 130.00 A practical, step-by-step course for those whose current business is not as profitable as anticipated or for those thinking of starting a business Learn how to manage your business successfully and increase profits by studying effective methods of financial planning, marketing, advertising and promotion, location selection and set-up Tues , Jan 14 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION COURSES: The Business Administration Certificate (BAC) Program offers a comprehensive curriculum in basic management skills The Program is intended not only for potential or new managers and supervisors, but also for managers/supervisors who require further development of their skills ESTIMATING II 130 00 It is hoped that by furthering their education, students will improve their effectiveness at work, increase their job potential and move ahead to higher levels of responsibility Our goal is to assist students in attaining their career objectives while providing business and industry with knowledgeable, skilled personnel Those not wishing to complete a Certificate may take only those courses of interest Courses commence week of Jan 13th Thurs , Jan 23 KEC 6 45-9 45 p m 12 weeks Tues , Jan 21 KEC 6 45-9 45 p m 12 weeks PROFIT ASSURANCE FOR CONTRACTORS 130.00 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS 130 00 Wed , Jan 22 KEC 6 45-9 45 pm 12 weeks SUPERVISION I See "Managing Through People" ENTRY REQUIREMENTS No formal educational requirements are necessary other than successful completion of grade 12 English or equivalent COURSE ADVISORS Will be available January 6-9 from 5 00-8 00 p m and January 10 from 9 00 am - 400 p m at the Langara Campus ACCOUNTING 1115 ¦ BASIC ACCOUNTING I 130 00 Mon , Jan 13 L6010 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks Tues, Jan 14 L6011 Langara 700-1000 pm 13 weeks Wed , Jan 15 L6012 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks Thurs , Jan 16 L6013 Langara 7 00-10 00 p m 13 weeks ACCOUNTING 2215 - BASIC ACCOUNTING 11 130 00 Prerequisite Accounting 1115 Tues , Jan 14 L6014 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks Thurs , Jan 16 L6015 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks ACCOUNTING 3321 ¦ INTERMEDIATE I L6016 130 00 Pre-requistte Accounting 2215 Wed, Jan 15 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks Provincial Certificate Program ACCOUNTING 3421 ¦ INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING II L6017 130 00 The same provincial certificate program that has been offered successfully throughout Canada over the past several years However, specific emphasis on those problems and perceptions particularly relevant to the role of women supervisors will be included in these sessions Pre-requisite Accounting 3321 Thurs, Jan 16 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks These sessions will be offered over 12 Saturdays beginning February 1 through Apnl 26, 1986 at Langara Campus COMMERCIAL LAW L6019 130.00 ANATOMY OF A BUSINESS L601S 130 00 Introduction to the form and function of a business enterprise operating within the Canadian economic and social environments Thurs, Jan 16 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS The following courses carry credit towards a diploma in Computer Information Systems and are directly transferable to the full-time day program Individuals wishing to explore their aptitude and desire for a career in the computer field will find these courses of particular interest CIS 1118 - INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND COBOL PROGRAMMING L6028 130.00 Fundamentals of data processing and structured programming Topics include hardware and software concepts, problem solving techniques, structure charts and the coding, testing, debugging and documentation of simple COBOL programs Wed , Jan 15 Langara 700-1000 pm 13 weeks CIS 1115 - SYSTEMS ANALYSIS L6029 130 00 An introduction to the basic skills and techniques of systems analysis Emphasis is placed on the role of the systems analyst in an organization and the involvement of people in the overall process In addition, the following topics are covered project life cycle, structured methodology, cost benefit analysis, techniques, forms design, coding methods and records management Thurs, Jan 16 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 13 weeks BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS DEVELOPMENT GETTING YOUR POINT ACROSS K6036 SO 00 Designed for those in the workforce who wish to improve their communication skills to enhance their interpersonal relationships Discover ways to use more resources to communicate with various types of people by examining present attitudes and behaviours and exploring new patterns (D Sawle) Tues, Feb 4 KEC 7 00-9 30 p m 6 weeks PUBLIC SPEAKING FOR THE TERRIFIED L6037 70 00 Overcome your fear of speaking before a group Small group exercises to reduce tension and build confidence Learn to prepare and deliver impromptu and planned speeches (Johnson) Thurs, Jan 23 Langara 6 00-9 00 p m 8 weeks PUBLIC SPEAKING FOR THE TERRIFIED L6036 20 00 Same as above but condensed So a one-day workshop format Sat, Feb 1 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 1 session SPEAKING FOR SUCCESS V6039 75 00 For all persons who, m their personal relations, self-fulfillment and careers, realize the importance of developing their own speaking voice Sessions cover some theory, but are mainly practical and involve exercises to develop the basics of a good voice relaxation, proper breathing centering, resonance, proiection, and articulation (B Coleman) Thurs , Feb 6 V V I 7 30-9 30 p m 9 weeks WRITING DYNAMIC BUSINESS LETTERS L6040 45 00 Learn to use a more effective business vocabulary and writing style Learn strategies of writing a variety of letters (self-marketing, request letters, refusal letters, sales letters, thank-you letters, etc) Some writing and feedback will be given, but this seminar is mainly aimed at giving data on the most up-todate ways of expressing business communications aimed at getting maxi¬ mum results (Hogan) Tues, Jan 21 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks WRITING DYNAMIC BUSINESS LETTERS L6041 20.00 As above but condensed to a one-day workshop format Sat, Feb 1 Langara 1 session DEVELOPING THE VOICE AND CANADIAN ENGLISH PRONUNCIATION V6042 100.00 For participants whose native language is Japanese, Chinese or Indonesian, and who speak English fluently but wish to improve their pronunciation Learn the basics of voice and the pronunciation of vowels, dipthongs and consonants through exercises, word drill, readings and conversation Sat, Feb 8 VV! 10 30am-12 30pm 9 weeks SPECIAL INTEREST BUSINESS BECOMING A SUCCESSFUL SUPERVISOR L6042 25 00 Intended for persons who are, or are about to become new supervisors Review of essential skills to deal with this new position and discuss the role of a supervisor, how to delegate, leadership skills, effective people dealing ski/Is, and problem-solving techniques (D Rice) Sat, Feb 8 Langara 9 00 a m - 3 00 p m 1 session THE BUSINESS OF FILM AND TELEVISION V6043 70 00 A thorough overview of the film and television industry from concept to production, with emphasis on local and Canadian activity Students will examine financing, management and the limitless range of skills employed in film production Wed , Jan 22 V V I 6 45-9 15 pm 10 sessions DEALING WITH PEOPLE AND TIME L6044 25 00 For those who deal with other people and who must also deal with time restrictions Focus on being organized and utilizing your capabilities in your career Topics include commumcaSing effectively, making the most efficient use of your time, handling interruptions, dealing with clients and/or customers Sat, Feb 15 Langara 9 30 am - 3 00 p m 1 session FASHION RETAIL SALES AND MARKETING V6046 55.00 Learn the "fashion image" of retail outlets with an overview of customer ser¬ vice and the fashion consumer Become knowledgeable about fashion mer¬ chandise to improve your confidence and employabihty in a retail operation Tues , Jan 21 V V I 7 00-9 30 p m 7 sessions INTERESTED IN DOING BUSINESS WITH JAPAN? L6047 45 00 Learn the social and cultural differences between North American and Japan Acquire information on the opportunities for trade with warnings of some pit¬ falls Course handouts will include useful sources in Vancouver and Japan for business intelligence and up-to-date information on possible trading part¬ ners or agencies {P Miller) Wed, Feb 14 Langara 7 00-9 00 pm 4 weeks PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES - BROADCASTING L6048 70 00 Introduction to the radio and television industries Learn the technical aspects of script/copywnting, mixing and editing and familiarize yourself with the operation and applications of portable video equipment Includes advertising, sublimmals, propaganda and McLuhan (Myers) Tues, Jan 21 Langara 6 00-8 30 pm 10 weeks ACCOUNTING FOR NON-ACCOUNTANTS V6052 25 00 An analysis of a small business financial statement, accounting terminology, and basic corporation tax returns Wed , Jan 23 V V I 6 00-9 00 p m 3 weeks SELF-ASSESSMENT FOR CAREER CHANGE K6049 25 00 i he hardest part in a career change is deciding what to do This intensive workshop is designed to help you clarify the skills you already have, identify the ones you most enjoy using, consider where you might want to use them, and explore the practical factors involved in changing jobs and choosing new careers Please bring a bag lunch (T Baal) Sat, Feb 15 KEC 9 30 am-4 30 pm 1 session TIME MANAGEMENT L6050 25.00 COMPUTER SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE Do you feel you never have enough time? Here's an opportunity to explore sources of conflict in your use of time and to develop techniques of managing time at home and work There will be a one-hour lunch break (Hall) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 10 00 am - 3 00 pm 1 session A ONE YEAR PART-TIME CERTIFICATE PROGRAM IMPROVING PROFITABILITY IN MOTELS & RESTAURANTS V6051 30.00 training program for first-time computer users and is aimed at business owners, managers, office workers and anyone wishing to acquire the com¬ puter skills so necessary in today's business world Owners/operators and managers of motels, restaurants and coffee shops will learn sources of cost saving and improved operational control Learn how organization and staffing, record keeping, overhead analysis and cash flow management improves the bottom line Thurs, Jan 23 VVI 7 00-9 00 pm 4 weeks COMPUTER SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE is a comprehensive The first three courses give you a basic understanding of computer tech¬ nology and its potential for solving your business problems Advanced courses offer a number of business related applications such as EASYWRITER II, WORDSTAR, LOTUS 1-2-3, dBASE III, KIS, etc Successful completion of CS1, CS2, CSS plus any four of the advanced courses obtains a COMPUTER SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE CERTIFI¬ SALES AND MARKETING WORKSHOPS CLOSING THE SALE - GETTING PAID FOR YOUR WORK L6030 CATE Anyone taking the course for general interest only is not bound by the certificate requirements There are optional open labs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6 00-7 00 p m Enrollment is limited to 20 students per course so that each student has a computer to work with at all times 20.00 (Kelly) Sat, Feb , 1 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 1 session COMMUNICATION FOR SALES AND MARKETING - INTRODUCTION 20 00 Practice effective communications in the areas of telephone contacts, faceto-face interviews, marketing letters and advertising copy Effective salesmanship, developing a more powerful vocabulary, and planning strategies will be discussed For those contemplating or are in a sales career (Kelly) Thurs , Jan 30 L6031 Langara 6 00-8 00 p m 3 weeks OR Sat, Mar 1 L6032 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 1 session GETTING ALONG WITH YOUR CLIENTS BEING SMOOTH AND EFFECTIVE IN YOUR SELLING WORLD L6033 20.00 (Kelly) Sat, Feb 8 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 1 session STAYING WITH A WINNING ATTITUDE HOW TO HANDLE THE "DOWNS" AND MAXIMIZE THE "UPS" L6034 10 00 (Kelly) Thurs, Feb 26 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 1 session CSt - BASIC COMPUTING SKILLS 135.00 Elementary facts about computers and elementary facts about programs Computers and society This course uses LOGO as the demonstration language Wed, Jan 8 L4501 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks Thurs , Jan 9 L4502 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks Sat, Jan 11 L4503 Langara 9 00 a m - 12 00 p m 5 weeks Mon, Feb 10 L4504 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks Sat, Feb 15 L4505 Langara 9 00 am - 1200 pm 5 weeks CS2 — INFORMATION SKILLS 135.00 Information flow through an organization and the computer's role Electronic mail, electronic filing This course uses the PC File, ENVOY 100, and THE SOURCE Prerequisite is CS1 Tues, Jan 7 L4506 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks Thurs , Feb 13 L4507 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks Wed , Mar 19 L4508 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks CSS - PROBLEM SOLVING WITH THE COMPUTER 135.00 Designing procedures to solve business problems Mechanics and discipline of simple program construction This course uses BASIC as the demonstra¬ tion language Prerequisite is CS1 Tues , Feb 11 L4509 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks Sat, Mar 22 L4510 Langara 9 00 am -1200 pm 5 weeks TURNING HASSLE INTO HAPPINESS - ADVANCED SKILLS (Kelly) {CS1 - or equivalent - is a prerequisite for all of the following courses and CSS or equivalent is a prerequisite for CSS and MAKING OBJECTIONS AND RESISTANCE WORK FOR YOU L6035 10 00 Thurs , Feb 20 Langara 7 00-10 00 p m 1 session BASIC OFFICE SKILLS BUSINESS MATH L6052 45.00 Learn discounts, percentage, interest rates, metric system, etc and other related business math problems to suit the student's needs (Shuen) Wed, Jan 23 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 8 weeks SPEED READING FOR BUSINESS & CAREER DEVELOPMENT L6053 45 00 Develop effective reading strategies for comorehension and reading rate improvement (Tletz) Tues, Jan 21 Langara 6 30-8 30 pm 8 weeks TYPING — BEGINNERS L6054 55 00 Learn touch typing of letters, symbols and numbers, tabulation, centering and, if time permits, business letters Bring your own typing paper Tues, Jan 21 Langara 6 30-9 00 pm 8 weeks Mon , Jan 20 Van Tech/VV I 7 00-9 30 p m 8 weeks TYPING — ADVANCED L6055 35.00 Prerequisite of 20-25 words per minute Learn centering, tabulation, business letters, resumes, and drills to improve speed and accuracy Bring your own typing paper (Worobetz) Thurs, Jan 23 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 6 weeks UNDERSTANDING OFFICE PRACTICES L6056 45 00 Learn to work more effectively in an office environment, and have a better understanding of your skills and abilities Particularly designed for juniors, intermediates, and returnees to the work force Included will be effective communication, time management, career planning, and team work (D Rice) Tues, Feb 4 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 6 weeks CSS ) CS4A — WORD PROCESSING USING WORDSTAR L4511 135.00 Text formatting and writing skills Editing and revising capabilities Mailing lists Spelling and grammar checking Program WORDSTAR Tues, Jan 7 Langara 7 00-10 00 p m 5 weeks CS4B - WORD PROCESSING WITH WORD PERFECT L4512 135.00 Text formatting, mailing lists, spelling and grammar checking Program WORD PERFECT Tues, Mar 18 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks CS5A - DATABASE MANAGEMENT WITH dBASE ill 135 00 Maintaining inventory, client information and other records Extracting, sort¬ ing and reporting selected data Program dBASE III Thurs , Jan 9 L4513 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks Thurs , Feb 13 L4514 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks CS5B - FRAMEWORK L4515 135 00 Using the integrated software package Program FRAMEWORK Thurs, Mar 20 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks CS6A — SPREADSHEETS WITH LOTUS 1-2-3 L4516 135.00 Electronic form of a standard business technique Forecasting of the economy, sales and profits Allows exploring variations of a basic plan "what if" studies Programs LOTUS 1-2-3 Wed, Feb 12 Langara 7 00-9 00 pm 5 weeks CS6B — ADVANCED LOTUS 1-2-3 L4517 135 00 Advanced business applications using the LOTUS program Program LOTUS 1-2-3 Tues, Mar 18 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks CS7 — ACCOUNTING L4518 135.0© With your Basic knowledge of accounting principles, explore General ledqer Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, understandable programi at electronic speed Program K1S Mon, Jan 6 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks CS8 — STATISTICS AND GRAPHICS L4519 135 QQ Calculating elementary statistics on business data Use of graphs and graphics in the presentation of results Programs ABSTAT ENER-GRAPHICS Thurs , Mar 20 Langara 7 00-10 00 p m 5 weeks CSS - DISK OPERATING SYSTEM DOS L4520 135.00 For those wishing to know a little more about how the computer responds to users and application programs System operation and utility functions Tues, Feb 11 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks COMPUTERS COMPUTERS TO-DAY L4401 55 qq This course is designed to give a basic understanding of computers Personal, mini and mainframe computers will be discussed Hardware con¬ cepts will be introduced together with an overview of computer applications Classes will include videotapes, a tour of the computer room and an oppor¬ tunity to get a little "hands-on" experience (Lissett) Wed, Jan 22 Langara 6 00-8 00 pm 10 weeks BASIC PROGRAMMING FOR BEGINNERS I L4402 BASIC" is a programming language that is easy to learn even for those who have no programming experience It is commonly used in Personal Computers, in Business and in Scientific Applications The course is designed to teach "BASIC" using practical real life situations Each session will contain a lecture and "hands-on" time, each student is guaranteed a terminal that is connected to the Langara computer to work on (Goard) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 9 00 a m-12 00 noon 5 weeks 'C LANGUAGE PROGRAMMING 55.00 'C is an elegant high level programming language that is gaming in popu¬ larity People taking this course should already have some proqramminq knowledge Tues & Thurs Jan 7 L4403 Langara 7 00-9 30 pm 4 weeks Sat Jan 25 L4404 Langara 9 00-11 30 a m 8 weeks PROGRAMMING IN PASCAL L4405 45 QQ PASCAL is a popular computer language designed to teach programming It helps you to understand the concepts behind programming and develops good programming techniques A general method for developing programs from real-life problems will be introduced (Bawtree) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 1000 am -100pm 5 weeks INTRODUCTION TO PERSONAL COMPUTING L4406 25 00 For anyone who feels they may benefit from using a personal computer but do not want to become programmers The world of personal computing will be demystefied to help students make choices on what to learn, what to buy, and when to buy Topics will include word processing, home finances, educa¬ tional software, desk organizing programs, and the world of 'freeware' pro¬ gramming and the users groups (Hogan) Tues, Jan 21 Langara 7 00-9 00 pm 4 weeks LOTUS 1-2-3 DATA BASE 75.00 For those with a working knowledge of LOTUS' spreadsheet capabilities who wish to progress to more complex applications requiring the power and flexi¬ bility of the data base functions Emphasis on data base construction and manipulation, database statistical functions, the use of data tables, "whatif" experimentation and a more efficient use of LOTUS (Wuhrer) Sat, Feb 1 L4453 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 30 p m 1 day Sat, Apr 5 L4454 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 30 p m 1 day WORDSTAR 75 gg Learn the use of this popular word processing package to write and edit docu¬ ments, move text between one or more documents, set up mailing lists and form letters to produce individualized mailings, and make efficient use of WordStar's spelling check (Wuhrer) Sat, Feb 5 L4455 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 30 p m 1 day Sat, May 17 L4456 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 30 p m 1 day dBASE III L4457 75.00 Use this powerful database package to organize and manipulate your infor¬ mation Learn to use commands to create and maintain a database, handle information enquiries, and generate reports on the dBASE Ill's full screen driven mode which eliminates the need to memorize commands and makes users quickly productive (Ansell) Sat, Mar 8 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 30 p m 1 day Learn to implement the IBM PC based computer system for personal use or as pan of a company-wide system Includes is an overview of the PC's hardware components, expansion capabilities, monitor, disk, printer and data communication choices as well as a comparison of IBM's current systems (PC/XT/AT) and some popular look-alikes Exercises will be used to illustrate the differences between spreadsheet (LOTUS), database (dBASE III) and integrated (FRAMEWORK) software Emphasis on assisting participants in choosing the IBM PC most suitable for their needs (Wuhrer) Sat, Apr 26 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 30 p m 1 day COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING COMPUTER GRAPHICS - USING "GRAPHIT" 275.00 Learn the necessary skills of graphic production of materials through com¬ mand processes, on-line storage, and hard copy production Develop proiects suitable for display or use in portfolios A background in graphic design is desirable Course is held at and in conjunction with Tetrad Computer Applica¬ tions Ltd For more information please call 875-8200 Tues/Thurs, Jan 21 K4530 KEC 6 30-9 30 pm 6 sessions Tues/Thurs , Feb 18K4531 KEC 630-930pm 6 sessions INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS — A PRACTICAL APPROACH 75.00 Learn to use a micro computer through straight forward practical instruction Develop your skills to understand and use a micro computer including a variety of applications — operating systems (MS - DOS), Wordprocessmg (The Word), Spreadsheets (Multiplan) Tues , Jan 21 K4532 KEC 7 00-9 00 p m 6 weeks Wed , Jan 22 K4533 KEC 7 00-9 00 p m 6 weeks Sal - Feb 1 K4534 KEC 9 00 am-4 00 pm 6 hours Sat, Feb 15 K4535 KEC 9 00 am - 4 00 pm 6 hours Sat, Mar 1 K4536 KEC 9 00 am-4 00 pm 6 hours CP/M (Control Program for Microcomputers K4537 75.00 Writing and organizing manuals, brochures and other forms of documentation for the growing computer field Included Evaluating Documentation Organiz¬ ing a Manual, Methodology, Technical Writing, Formatting, Graphics and Production (Sayres) Thurs, Jan 30 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 6 weeks The most popular operating system for microcomputers — CP/M Learn this operating system and a wealth of CP/M compatible software becomes easy to use Mon, Jan 20 KEC 6 30-8 30 pm 6 weeks Designed for individuals who wish to learn this fourth generation language to set up and maintain database systems on standalone or network IBM PC's while maintaining the option to exchange data with mainframe computers Participants will work with the FOCUS editor TED, reporting techniques using TableTalk and defining files with FileTalk Additional topics covered include the use of FOCEXEC's, maintaining and joining files, and LOTUS/FOCUS file conversions (Wuhrer) Mon, Jan 20 Langara 6 30-9 30 p m 5 weeks COMPUTER FOR BUSINESS AND THE PBOFESSlOiS COMPUTERS IN ACCOUNTING K4538 75.00 The world of accounting , for small or large business, is becoming computer¬ ized The information processing capabilities of computers open many doors to accountants Learn the conceptual aspects as well as practical skills of computers and software packages, such as Super Calc Thurs, Jan 23 KEC 7 00-8 30 p m 6 weeks LOTUS 1-2-3 SPREADSHEET 75 qq Using the spreadsheet and graphic capabilities of LOTUS, participants will learn how to set-up, manipulate spreadsheets to analyze the past and man¬ age the future Emphasis will be placed on the efficient use of commands fanction keys, keyboard macros and the extraction and combination of data from one or more spreadsheets (Wuhrer) ^Sat, Jan 25 L4451 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 30 p m 1 day Sal., Apr 5 L4452 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 30 p m 1 day COMPUTERS IN THE WORKPLACE, AN INTRODUCTION 130.00 Obtain a general understanding of the many uses of microcomputers in busi¬ ness No experience is needed for this hands-on introduction to word proces¬ sing (Multimate), accounting (Bedford), database management (dBASE III) and electronic spreadsheets (LOTUS 1-2-3) Thurs/Fn , Jan 23/24 K4544 Quantum 9 00 a m -400 pm 2 days Sat, Feb 22, Mar 1 K4545 Quantum 9 00 am-4 00 pm 2 days BUSINESS APPLICATIONS These application oriented courses begin with the basics and proceed through to an intermediate level Participants MUST have previous computer experience equivalent to Introduction to Business Computing ACCOUNTING — ACCPAC—G/L 130 00 ACCPAC is a very versatile and popular accounting software package for microcomputers Topics include general ledger accounts, transaction entry, posting, archiving and financial statement preparation Some bookkeeping or accounting knowledge is required Mon , Jan 20/Feb 10 K4546 Quantum 6 30-9 30 p m 4 sessions Thurs/Fn ,Feb 6/7 K4547 Quantum 9 00 a m -400 pm 2 days ACCOUNTING - ACCPAC * A/R, A/P 130.00 A hands-on" course utilizing the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable modules available in ACCPAC accounting software series Practical examples demonstrate the effective use of this versatile software Topics include customer account maintenance, customer statements and suDolier reports ^ Mon /Tues, Feb 17/18 Quantum K4564 9 00 am - 400 pm 2 days ACCOUNTING ¦ BEDFORD 130.00 This popular Canadian accounting program by Bedford Software includes fully integrated modules for General Ledger, Payables, Receivables, Payroll and Jobcost Designed for the small business user providing the hands-on training necessary for a smooth transition to computerized accountmq Wed , Feb 19/Mar 12 Quantum K4565 6 30-9 30 p m 4 sess Sat, Feb 8/15 Quantum K4566 9 00 am - 4 00 p m 2 days DATABASE MANAGEMENT — dBASE III 130.00 This powerful software simplifies the task of organizing large amounts of information Learn all commands necessary for file creation, maintenance, and report generation for many applications including mailing lists, inventories and accounting Emphasis is onpractical database design and implementation in relation to specific requirements Thurs/Fn, Jan 30/31 Quantum K4567 9 00 am - 400 pm 2 davs Tues,Jan 21/Feb 11 Quantum K4568 630-9 30 pm 4 sess ELECTRONIC SPREADSHEETS LOTUS 1-2-3-/SYMPHONY qq The spreadsheet fundamentals are essential for the effective use of both LOTUS 1-2-3 and SYMPHONY Learn to create spreadsheets for a variety of business applications, how to produce reports from spreadsheets and the storage and retrieval of spreadsheet information Intended for the person who is new to LOTUS 1-2-3/SYMPHONY but is already familiar with the operation of a microcomputer Wed , Jan 22/Feb 12 Quantum K4569 6 30-9 30 p m 4 sess Mon /Tues , Jan 27/28 Quantum K4570 9 00 am - 4 00 pm 2 days INTRODUCTION TO "BASIC" LANGUAGE WORD PROCESSING - MULTIMATE 130.00 BASIC" is a computer programming language with the broadest of appeals Learn to write and use a variety of programs and create new programs and adapt existing software Tues, Jan 21 KEC 6 30-8 30 p m 6 weeks A hands-on course designed for those who wish to learn the fundamental word processing skills needed in most business applications Topics include Editing techniques, search and replace, moving and copying blocks and print enhancements Thurs , Jan 23/Feb 13 Quantum K4571 6 30-9 30 p m 4 sess Mon n ues , Feb 10/11 Quantum K4572 9 00 am - 4 00 pm 2 days PROGRAMMING K4539 75 qq ADVANCED "BASIC" PROGRAMMING K4540 75.00 For those who have some programming experience Add structure and clarity to your programs Learn approaches to problem solving as well as program¬ ming STYLE Wed Jan 22 KEC 6 30-8 30 p m 6 weeks A series of seminars on microcomputers especially designed for business and professional people who wish to immediately apply the knowledge gained to make decisions and save time and money Limited class size and one computer per individual make these seminars a productive learning exper¬ ience Seminar fee of $75 00 includes a set of comprehensive notes, seven hours of instruction and practice time and coffee and tea INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS COMPUTING 65 00 A hands-on course for first-time users of IBM or IBM-compatible microcom¬ puters Learn the fundamental tasks and commands necessary for the effec¬ tive use of a business computer This course is recommended as a pre¬ requisite for all business applications courses Sat, Jan 18 K4541 Quantum9 00 am -400 pm 1 day Mon , Jan 20 K4542 Quantum9 00 am - 400 pm 1 day Sat, Jan 25 K4543 Quantum900 am - 4 00- p m 1 day IBM PC STRATEGIES L4458 75.OQ WRITING FOR THE COMPUTER INDUSTRY L4407 45.00 PC FOCUS L4408 135 QQ INTRODUCTORY COURSES These courses are intended for individuals with little or no previous exper¬ ience with a microcomputer One of the following should be completed prior to taking any of the business applications courses ADVANCED APPLICATIONS ADVANCED MS/PC-DOS 75 00 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING COURSES SEE ELECTRONICS SECTION PAGE AT QUANTUM RESEARCH 4336 DUNBAR STREET These courses are a cooperative venture between V C C Contin uirtg Educa¬ tion and Quantum Research, an established computer consulting and Learn the effective use of the many sophisticated DOS commands Topics include tree structured directories, editing commands and redirected output Emphasis is placed on organization and data security though the efficient use of operating system utility programs Wed , Jan 29 K4548 Quantum 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 1 day S3' ¦ F®13 1 K4549 Quantum 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 1 day comPa^' Tfi® courses feature a one-to-one/atio 0? student to the ADVANCED LOTUS 1-2-3 150.00 IBM or compatible personal computer and are especially designed to meet Expand your knowledge of LOTUS 1-2-3/SYMPHONY applications Topics include database commands, macros, graphics and the transfer of informa¬ tion between spreadsheets Intended for those experienced in basic spread¬ sheet operations Mon/Tues Feb 3/4 K4550 Quantum 9 00 a m -400 pm 2 days Mon , Feb 17/Mar 10 K4551 Quantum 6 30-9 30 p m 4 sessions current business computing requirements Alf courses are taught by Quart- turn s computer applications consultants and are offered during the day as weii as evenings Register at KEC- For further information, please tfal 875-8200 t 1 4 6 ADVANCED dBASE ill 150 00 Learn to make practical use of the advanced commands and techniques by working with practical applications Topics include command modifiers, macros, advanced tips and techniques, functions, command files and screen formatting Previous experience with dBASE II or III is mandatory SKILLED HELPING L5630 20.00 Active listening skills useful on a day to day basis for social service personnel, volunteers and in any one to one relationship (S Lytle) Tues , Jan 28 Langara 7 30-9 30 p m 4 weeks dBASE II or III is mandatory Thurs/FnFeb 13/14 K4552 Quantum 9 00 a m - 4 00 pm 2 days Designed for the word processing professionaf and others requiring a know¬ ledge of the many advanced features of the Multimate software A good work¬ ing knowledge of the Multimate software is mandatory Tues , Feb 18/Mar 11 Quantum 6 30-9 30 p m 4 sessions COMPUTER STATION! -TiTe following courses are a cooperative venture between Vancouver CtfrnrounifyCollege, ConfipUfng Education and'She Computer Station. An i will be held at the Computer Station, 2130 Burrard Street, where . parkins is available Course fees will include training on fBM< Personal Computers (with one participant per computer) andall course matertals. Most classes will be held on Saturdays For further Information or to register, please phone - 682-5844. .the following A. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION LEVEL I Thur, Feb 20/Mar 13 K4553 Quantum 6 30-9 30 p m 4 sessions ADVANCED MULTIMATE 150 00 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Part-time evening certificate programs in Early Childhood Education include COMMUNITY BASED SOCIAL SERVICES CERTIFICATE PROGRAM This program will improve the skills of social service workers currently employed in the field Part one of the program focuses on the general skills required by all social service workers Part two explores the issues, concerns and resources for various at-risk social service groups and individuals Part three is a field practicum consisting of 60 hours of supervised volunteer placement Instruction consists of 105 hours, held one evening a week for nine months This program begins September 16, 1986 For more information call 875-8200 Applications are now being accepted A 2-year provlnctally certified program which prepares graduates to' work as supervisors in nursery schools arid day. care centres wilh children between the ages of 3 and 5 years B. UNDER 3 SUPERVISOR TRAINING ,A 1-year program which prepares ALREADY QUALIFIED ECE GRADUATES with the specialized skills and knowledge to supervise infant and toddler group day care settfrtgs. The above programs are FULL for this term. Applications will be accepted for September 1986, , C. ADVANCED STUDIES IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION A program which offers enrichment, upgrading and ongoing professionai development for preschool and day care staff who I completed level i. Individual courses and workshops iare to parents and other interested persons. This ,program qualify individuals to supervise in preschool or day rare B AN INTRODUCTION TO MICROCOMPUTERS 130.00 D. SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE ' Learn hardware, software and microcomputer operation Hands-on training includes extensive work with the operating system PC-DOS, and overviews of word processing, spreadsheets and databases using EasyWnter II, Lotus 1-2-3 and dBase II A year l-yearold certificate program designed for those who Care wish tofecifflies. work wltfi ' • S-12 children registered in Oul-of-SchooJ Sat, Jan 25 V4555 Comp Stn 9 00 a m - 5 00 p m 1 day Sat, Feb 15 V4556 Comp Stn 9 00 am-5 00 pm 1 day Sat, Mar 8 V4557 Comp Stn 9 00 a m - 5 00 p m 1 day INTRODUCTION TO SPREADSHEETS USING LOTUS 1-2-3 140 00 Lotus 1-2-3 is a powerful combination of spreadsheets, graphics and data¬ base functions Learn Lotus 1-2-3 concepts and terminology, spreadsheet creation, editing, printing, graphicing, data management and macro capabilities Sat, Feb 1 V4558 Comp Stn 9 00 a m - 5 00 p m 1 day Sat, Feb 22 V4559 Comp Stn 9 00 a m - 5 00 p m 1 day Sat, Mar 15 V4560 Comp Stn 9 00 a m - 5 00 p m 1 day DATABASE MANAGEMENT USING dBASE III V4561 130 00 MANAGERS OF NON-PROFIT AGENCIES CERTIFICATE PROGRAM This part-time program is designed to provide management skills training specifically oriented to the needs and concerns of non-profit organizations The Program is for individuals who are working or want to work as Managers/Directors in the Non-Profit Sector For more details phone 875-8200 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT (Minor) K5602 75.00 (N Chan, E Stevens) Tues, Jan 14 KEC 6 00-9 00 pm 6 sessions TIME/STRESS MANAGEMENT (Minor) K5603 75.00 FRAMEWORK 275.00 ISSUES AND SKILLS FOR LEADERS OF VOLUNTEERS SYMPHONY V4562 275 00 Learn Symphony, an all-in-one solution for planning, organizing, analyzing and reporting ideas and information Its five integrated functions expand on Lotus 1-2-3's spreadsheet, graphics and database capabilities to include word processing Sal/Sun Mar 1/2 Comp Stn 9 00 am - 5 00 p m 2 days WORD PROCESSING V4563 130.00 Learn the fundamentals of word processing skills through an examination of such popular word processing packages as EasyWnter II, WordStar and MuitiMate Tues , Jan 21 Comp Stn 6 30-9 30 pm 3 sessions VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM The Certificate Program is designed for individuals who are working or want to be working in a paid or volunteer capacity as Managers/Coordinators of volunteer programs This part-time eight month (September - May) program also has openings for people interested in attending individual workshops 05 - GROUP PROCESS (D Stone) L5605 40.00 Wed , Jan 8 or 22 Langara 9 00 a m - 3 30 p m 1 day 06 - TRAINING SKILLS (D. Stone) L5606 40.00 Wed , Feb 5 or 19 Langara 9 00 a m - 3 30 p m 1 day 07 - ADMINISTRATIVE SKILLS (R. Rawnsley) L5607 40.00 Wed , Mar 5 or 19 Langara 9 00 a m - 3 30 p m 1 day (D Johnston) Tues , Feb 25 KEC 6 00-9 00 pm 6 sessions OS - COMMUNITY AND PUBLIC RELATIONS (J. Lazenby) L5609 40 00 Wed , May 7 or 14 Langara 9 00 a m - 3 30 p m 1 day To register for individual workshops, follow regular procedure For application and information on 86/87 full Certificate Program leave message for Marilyn McClaren, Coordinator at 324-5324 . 27, Feb % i'Oi it-" : Saf. Feb tis Sg Aft Brochures registralion tniortnation,for programs, B, C.DandE can obtained by calling 324-5323.' - LIVING AND WORKING WITH YOUNG CHILDREN A series of workshops and classes for people who need to know more about children Suitable for Parents, Daycare Givers, Workers in Childcare programs, etc PLAYSPACE IN YOUR HOME K4681 10.00 The Vancouver Volunteer Centre in cooperation with Vancouver Community College, Continuing Education is offering a variety of workshops designed for Volunteers, Board Members and staff of Non-Profit Agencies VOLUNTEERS/UNIONS WORKING GUIDELINES K5610 10.00 The administrators of non-profit organizations and union members can come into conflict over the subject of the appropriate use of volunteers You will learn to develop guidelines that will meet the needs of both groups and protect the volunteers from unnecessary aggravation (J Coiner and a union representative) Tues , Jan 21 KEC 5 30-8 00 p m 1 session LEGAL LIABILITY OF THE VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION 5611 10 00 Legal liability affects board members, other volunteers and staff including the volunteer coordinator of non-profit organizations Learn to identify areas of liability and the insurance an organization should have to minimize legal liability (L Pierce) Mon , Jan 27 KEC 5 30-8 00 p m 1 session TRAINING VOLUNTEERS K5612 30 00 Establish criteria for identifying the training needs of the orgamzatom and of the volunteer You will learn basic adult education techniques and how to develop a workshop outline (G Forsgren) Thurs , Feb 6 KEC 5 30-8 00 p m 3 weeks WORKING WITH A GRASSROOTS GROUP K5613 10.00 Self-help support or action groups composed solely of volunteers require special organizational skills Learn tips on how to recruit people into the group, motivate and lead them and when it is time, how to let go and move on (S Syrette) Tues , Feb 25 KEC 5 30-8 00 p m 1 session COMMITTEES AND ADVISORY Wed , Apr 9 or 23 Langara 9 00 a m - 3 30 p m i day Starting and Operating a Family Day Care RECIPES FOR FUN - CREATING 08 - WORKING WITH BOARDS, GROUPS (R. Rawnsley) 40.00 in their home for several young children, Prerequisite, RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (Major) K5601 150.00 (C Watkiss, A Holender) Thurs , Jan 16 KEC 6 00-9 00 pm 12 sessions dBase III is an enhanced database management package that organizes information and automates list and We handling Learn standard commands for file creation, maintenance, information enquiries, report generation New dBase features such as the Command Assistant, mailing labels and dBase 11 to dBase 111 We conversions Sat, Feb 8 Comp Stn 9 00 a m - 5 00 p m 1 day For persons who wish to learn how to use FRAMEWORK, this course will explain this integrated software package which combines outlining, word processing, spreadsheet, data management and graphic capabilities Sat & §un , Mar 22 & 23 Comp Stn 9 00 am - 5 00 pm 2 days E. FAMILY DAY CARE v• , ,, k new certificate prograrndesSgned for those who wish So prcMde care Register by Phone using your VISA How can your home become an adventure for your little one without becom¬ ing a dreadful mess for you? Focus will be on using common household items and everyday objects to stimulate physical play, imaginative play and other creative activities 1-5 year olds (J Hewes) Thurs, Jan 23 KEC 800-1000 pm 1 session SETTING THE STAGE FOR BETTER LEARNING K4682 35.00 Discover how to supplement and support your child's school experience at home through activities and games Promote children's enjoyment and wil¬ lingness to learn, encourage creative thinking skills, create 'on the spot' learn¬ ing events and help your child to do better at school For parents of elemen¬ tary school-aged children Bring a lunch (H Lemer) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 1 session LET'S PRETEND K4684 10.00 A play workshop for parents of preschoolers If you feel awkward playing "Let's Pretend" with children, then come and learn how to stimulate their imaginative play and learn why make believe is vital to a child's growth and development (J Hewes) Thurs, Jan 30 KEC 8 00-10 00 pm 1 session STREETPROOF YOUR CHILD K4683 20.00 Learn how to teach children the skills to avoid potentially dangerous or uncomfortable situations Topics will include daily safety routines, role playing using "What if and some easy self-defence techniques (C Mommgstar) Wed, Feb 12 KEC 7 00-10 00 pm 1 session TOT-A-MATHICS L4685 20 00 Introducing basic mathematical concepts to preschoolers through the use of games, songs and manipulative activities Many ideas from Work Jobs and Math Their Way will be included (G Bartmk) Sat, Feb 1 Langara 9 00 am-12 00 pm 1 session GETTING KIDS TO DO WHAT YOU WANT L4686 20 00 Parenting isn't easy, but it can be made easier1 You will learn some tried and true techniques for influencing children to do what you want them to do If you have ever had trouble getting children to do chores, behave at table or improve their behaviour in general, this workshop is for you (D Roberts, S Woloschuk) Sat, Feb 8 Langara 9 00 am-12 00 pm 1 session ADVENTURES IN SCIENCE L4687 20 00 Kids are natural scientists1 They love to experiment and to test their physical world Parents of 5-12 year olds will learn how to encourage children's scien¬ tific discoveries through activities to do together at home with every day materials using scientific methods Emphasis is on fun, safety and stimulat¬ ing curiosity and awareness of the environment (S Woloschuk, D Roberts) Sat, Feb 15 Langara 9 00 a m - 12 00 p m 1 session LET'S MAKE MUSIC L4688 20.00 A medley of songs, finger games, music games and home made instruments Even if you aren't musical, you can still have fun with music This fascinating workshop shows you how, with activities, resources and lots of ideas for pre¬ schoolers (B Knsch) Sat, Feb 22 Langara 9 00 a m - 12 00 p m 1 session DEVELOPING SPEECH AND LANGUAGE SKILLS IN YOUNG CHILDREN L4689 20.00 Learn techniques to motivate and enhance communication skills suitable for the normal and delayed child Ideas for games and activities will also be shared, stressing language enrichment in the home environment Practical information will be presented on the normal development of speech and language skills as well as what to look for when detecting an early speech or language problem (Sandi Bojm) Sat, Mar 1 Langara 9 30 a m - 12 30 p m 1 session PERSONAL SAFETY FOR YOUR FAMILY L4690 30.00/Family Using a family approach to personal safety, you and your children will learn how to avoid uncomfortable or frightening situations, plus verbal and physical self-defence techniques At least one parent and any number of children aged 5-12 are welcome Bring a lunch (C Mornmgstar) Sat, Mar 1 Langara 9 00 am-4 00 pm 1 session POM-POM PUPPET MAKING L4691 20.00 Come and make finger puppets and learn to use them as a teaching tool in telling stones and singing songs to young children All materials for three LIFESKILLS — A COMPUTER ASSISTED INSTRUCTION PROGRAM 50 00/session GROUP SKILLS FOR THE PRACTISING Learn or upgrade your lifeskills Reading, Comprehension, Spelling, Letter Recognition, Math Skills, Time Telling, Problem Solving Skills, Visual and perceptual skills, Typing This program for adults having special learning needs or a learning handicap will offer students direct hands-on computer expenence on programs appro¬ priate to their respective needs Individual instruction will be provided Session 1 Mon Med , January 13-29 V6106 VVI 9 00 am-3 00 pm Tues /Thurs , January 14-30 V6107 VVI 9 00 am-3 00 pm Focuses on theories of group development and common issues concerning group work, as well as practical applications of group work techniques and process observation Includes experimentation with various leadership strate¬ gies using structured exercises (S Cohene) Wed, Apr 16 VVI 9 00 am-4 00 pm 1 session COMPUTER AWARENESS FOR PROFESSIONALS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION V6108 50.00 This course will focus on hardware and software used in special education and is designed for professionals and service personnel working with the handicapped who have limited knowledge of computers and their applications to special education Emphasis will be placed on basic computer literacy, uses of hardware m special education, familiarizing the student with a core package of special education software and hands-on experience with busi¬ ness application software for record keeping, evaluations and assessments (Urban) Sat, Jan 11 VVI 9 30 am-3 30 pm 2 sessions CANADIAN CifKEiSHlP puppet story sets supplied (G Bartmk) BILINGUAL CITIZENSHIP CLASSES 25.00 Sat, Mar 8 Langara 9 00 am -1200 pm 1 session These classes prepare people with limited knowledge of English for Canadian Citizenship Examinations and provide an introduction to Canadian culture We offer instruction in your own language and English A helpful bilingual text is provided Participants are encouraged to further their knowledge of English and are provided with information about suitable English Language Training classes at our King Edward Campus The fee is $25 00 per course SAVE MONEY!!! ENROLL IN ANY 2 OF THE COURSES IN THIS SECTION SAVE $5.00 ENROLL IN 3 OR MORE — SAVE $10.00 SPECIAL EDUCATION We have resources to offer Bilingual Citizenship classes in Chinese, Korean, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Punjabi, Spanish, Portuguese and other languages throughout the city You may register for a class at the following centres Classes start whenever there are sufficient registrations Chinese S U C C E S S , 449 East Hastings, 253-5561 Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House, 2131 Renfrew (at 5th) 251-1225 PROGRAM FOR MENTALLY Senior Citizen's Drop-in Centre, 499 Pender HANDICAPPED ADULTS K6101 Alternative Route Life Skills courses for adults with a mental handi¬ cap will be held at King Edward Campus Daytime and evening courses include instruction in areas used in daily living, such as hand¬ ling money, improving communication, making friends, telling time, using leisure time, reading, etc Courses run from 7 weeks to 10 weeks with classes 1 to 3 times each week Tuition is based on $1 00/class hour There will be approximately 8 courses offered Financial assistance may be available Frequently courses are attended by individuals who have an affiliation with Associations for the Mentally Handicapped, POLARIS, Pearson Hospital, MHR, Mainstream and other societies and agencies For more information or for a copy of the Winter brochure call 875-8200 CAREER AWARENESS PROGRAM V6102 60 00/month This five-month full-time program offered at the V V I Campus was designed for adults with a mental handicap who have the potential for competitive employment Included is a comprehensive job related life skills program and several work experience placements Upon completion students should be ready to enter the work force or an in-depth training program For further information please call 681-8111, local 253 Mon - Fn V V I 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 20 weeks FITNESS TRAINING FOR PARENTS 1 session/10 00 AND PROFESSIONALS K6103 2 sessions/18 00 This two-evening workshop is designed for parents and professionals plan¬ ning fitness programs, who want to understand the specific needs of adults with a mental handicap It will stress how to develop a safe and effective program that will increase cardiovascular endurance, strength, flexibility, coordination and balance The first session will emphasize how to design a fitness activity and safe exercising techniques The second session will discuss physical and mental conditions and adaptations to standard exercise programs Participants may enroll in one or both sessions The workshop will be experimental and participants are requested to wear comfortable clothing (J Henry) Tues, Mar 18 K E C 7 00-9 00 p m 2 sessions BASIC FOOD SERVICE WORKER PROGRAM V6104 Designed for adults having a special learning need and the potential for competitive employment, this skill training program offered at the VV I Campus will prepare students for entry level employment in the food service industry Classroom instruction will be combined with on-campus and offcampus training in dishwashing, potwashmg, bussing and kitchen maintenance Mon - Fn V V t 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 24 weeks JUNIOR CLERICAL WORKER PROGRAM V6105 Designed for adults having a special learning need and the potential for competitive employment Classroom instruction will be combined with on campus and off campus training in basic filing, mail machine operation and mail processing, photocopying, typing and computer skills Upon completion of this program, students will be ready for employment in a junior clerical capacity This program is subject to funding For more information, please call 681-8111, local 253 Italian Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House, 2131 Renfrew (at 5th) 251-1225 Italian Cultural Centre, 3075 Slocan Street, 430-3337 Portuguese Our Lady of Fatima Portuguese Parish Church, 1423 East 13th Avenue, 879-6261 Korean. Spanish & Other Languages Continuing Education, King Edward Campus, 1155 E Broadway, 875-8200 HEALTH OCCUPATIONS To register for workshops and short courses, Phone 687-1757 and use your VISA card or complete the registration form and mail with your cheque, pay¬ able to Vancouver Community College, to Vancouver Community College, Continuing Education Nursing and Health, 250 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V5B 1S9 CHILDBIRTH EDUCATORS PROGRAM N7001 Course I Core Content for Childbirth Educators 100.00 WHAT to teach m childbirth classes A directed Independent Study course, it includes ten modules and will take approximately 39 hours to complete Continuous intake VVI IS Course II Teaching Skills for Childbirth Educators N7002 175.00 HOW to teach Fifteen hours of Directed Independent Study and 24 hours of class Completion of Course I is a prerequisite (M Ciauson) Wed , Mar 5, 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m Mar 12 - Apr 23, 7 00-10 00 p m VVI 7 sessions PSYCHIATRIC NURSE N7007 50 00 REACHING YOUR POTENTIAL THROUGH ASSERTIVENESS N7008 50.00 Through structured exercises you will work on enhancing your self-confi¬ dence and personal power Course includes targeting of difficulties, identifi¬ cation and practice of assertive metacommumcations and verbal responses, and stress management techniques (S Cohene) Wed, Mar 12 VVI 9 00 am-4 00 pm 1 session COMPUTERS, NURSING AND YOU LEVEL I 55.00 For the nurse wishing to become familiar with the applications of computer technology to nursing Basic concepts are introduced, then the major part of the course is hands-on both large and small computers {J Yensen) Room A210 Wed , Jan 22 & 29 N7009 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 2 sess Wed, Feb 5 & 12 N7010 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 2 sess Wed , Feb 19&26 N7011 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 2 sess Wed, Mar 5 & 12 N7012 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 2 sess Thurs , Mar 20 & 27 N7013 KEC 700-1000 pm 2 sess COMPUTERS, NURSING AND YOU LEVEL II 55.00 For the nurse who has completed Level I or its equivalent and who wishes to develop strategies for problem-solving in the work place, using available computer technology (J Yensen) Room A210 Thurs , Apr 3 & 10 N7014 KEC 700-1000 pm 2 sess Thurs, Apr 17 & 24 N7015 KEC 700-1000 pm 2 sess COMPUTERS AND NURSING ADMINISTRATION 55 00 You will become familiar with computerized health information systems and have hands-on experience with some commercially available hospital systems Information on the application of software to the solution of com¬ monly occunng problems in nursing administration is included Room A216 Fn , Jan 31 & Feb 7 N7016 Langara 7 00-10 00 p m 2 sess COMPUTERS AND NURSING EDUCATION 55 00 You will receive a broad experience in the applications of computer tech¬ nology to nursing education Hands-on experience provided for you in com¬ puterized testing and evaluation, computerized clinical performance feedback and computerized test construction and management Room A216 Fn , Mar 7 & 14 N7017 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 2 sess COMPUTERS FOR PHARMACY ASSISTANTS 55 00 Current Pharmacy workers and those in training will learn about computer¬ ized pharmacy systems Course includes basic computer concepts and provides hands-on expenence with a widely used commercial pharmacy system RoomA211 Fn , Jan 10&17 N7018 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 2 sess INSTRUCTORS ¦ APULT EDUCATHIN TEACHING SKILLS N7019 175.00 For the Health Care Professional who is interested in developing and improvng teaching skills Fifteen hours of directed independent study and twentylour hours of class (P Moore) Thurs, Feb 20 VVI 9 00 am-4 00 pm 7 sessions -eb 27 to Apr 10 7 00-10 00 pm HEALTH To register please phone VVI-CE office 682-5844 and use your VISA card, or make cheque payable to VCC and mail to VVI - Continuing Education, 250 W Pender St, Vancouver V6B 1S9 ' VANCOUVER GENERAL HOSPITAL HEARTSAVER 18.00 Course III Practicum for Childbirth Educators N7003 75.00 Guided practice in teaching childbirth classes Approximately 39 hours of class preparation, teaching, evaluation and observation Completion of Course I & II is a prerequisite Arranged on an individual basis SELECTED SETTINGS Total 39 hrs A 4-hour course for people with no health care background You will learn recognition of, and how to deal with heart attack Performance skills include one person C P R and management of a conscious choking person Mon, Jan 20 V7020 KEC 600-1000pm 1 sess Thurs , Feb 13 V7021 Langara 6 00-10 00 pm 1 sess Tues, Mar 4 V7022 KEC 6 00-10 00 pm 1 sess VOCATIONAL TESTING FOR NURSES. HEARTSAVER BABY I 15.00 What do YOU really want to do' N7004 70 00 A 4-hour course for people with no health care background You will learn the common causes of sudden death in infants and children and how they can be PREVENTED You will acquire the performance skills of infant CPR, unconscious airway obstruction (infant), conscious choking infant and CPR for a child Classes for a group of eight or more may be arranged off VCC premises Wed, Jan 22 V7023 KEC 6 00-10 00 pm 1 sess Thurs , Feb 13 V7024 Langara 6 00-10 00 pm 1 sess Sat, Mar 8 V7025 KEC 9 00 am-100pm 1 sess Considering a career move either within nursing or outside of nursing all together'' Such career decision-making requires information about interest areas, personality characteristics and job-related values Course includes vocational testing and interpretation Fee includes tests and scoring (T Rochford) Wed , Jan 29 or Jan 22 7 00-9 00 p m Sat, Apr 5 or Mar 22 8 30 a m - 5 00 p m 2 sessions HEAD TO TOE ASSESSMENT N7005 50 00 For nurses working in the community or hospital You will learn to use a sys¬ tematic approach to assessing and charting collected data »» » »»»»*< , present a Unique course in design for fi.. renovation and information caneeming current stales, fashions, . planning and what products artT used to create some of Vancouver's a^shtoroiis kitchens 12 as KITCHEN DESIGNS • weeks Showroom 5503 West Boulevard Vancouver, B.C., COMMERCIAL ART AND PEStEN AIRBRUSH ILLUSTRATION, BASIC V1200 95 00 Learn through discussion, demonstration and video tapes, the basic funda¬ mentals of airbrushmg A nominal fee for rental of air equipment is included and you are required to supply your own airbrush and some materials Class size is limited to 18 (P Sherstobitoff) Thurs , Jan 23 VVI A/an Tech 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks AIRBRUSH ILLUSTRATION, ADVANCED V1201 95 00 RENOVATIONS THAT PAY K1104 15.00 Learn new innovative airbrushmg techniques with an emphasis on commer¬ cial illustration A nominal fee for rental of air equipment is included and you are required to supply your own airbrush and some materials Class size is limited to 18 (M Heine) Wed , Jan 22 VVI/Van Tech 7 00-10 00 p m 10 weeks Put 9$ Into your house - not down the drain Learn why some expensive improvements can actually reduce she value of your home white other lowcost alieraltons can .greatly mcrease vahie. (K Broad) Sat, Feb 8 K.E.C 9.30am-l2.30pm 1 session HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CONTRACTOR K1105 15.00 Learn haw to hire good contractors Ftnd out h0%to hire, inspire, and (if necessary) fire a contractor and to avoid aggravating pitfalls before they occur, {K. Broad) Sat., Feb. 22 " KEC 9:30am*1230pm " 1 session HORTICULTURE Sat., Feb. 0 Langara 3,00 a m> - 3 00 p.m. i session Learn welding fundamentals and gam a working knowledge of the properties and the characteristics of metal and equipment used Fee includes a charge for materials Mon /Wed , Jan 20 VVI A/an Tech 5 30-8 00 pm 10 weeks ¦ymm, floors, walls, application; 'K&jSS K.E.C, Sal , Feb 15 K.E.C. 9:30am-12-30pm 1 session INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE SHOP V1062 90.00 WELDING, COMBINED GAS AND ARC VI075 180.00 ,0,0 - This course Mi^ utiorvgcepglniFpdu^d in Resfctenfiai tnteriof FINISHING CONCRETE K1101 ' 35.00 .Learo the pnnclptes of grape growing including support andirainmg sysiems, pruning methods and recommended vanetres to choose WELDING Learn .personai expression in funOtionaf Intenors. 'Topics include. HOME OWNERS GUIDE TO PLACING & A more advanced level of intricacy in the principles, operation, and main¬ tenance of HVAC systems Subjects covered will include electrical and pneu¬ matic control systems, advanced refrigeration systems, rooftop air condition¬ ing units, and hydromc/steam heating systems Tues /Thurs , Mar 18 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks Assists quatified machinists to prepare lor writing Provincial Tradesman examinations Mon , Jan 20 V V1/Van Tech 700-1000 pm lOweeks INTRODUCTION TO RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR . Wed,, Feb. 5. p*m. t - S&m ON-SITE MACHINIST T Q PREPARATION V1063 90 00 West Vancouver, B.C. " , , BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING V1051 90.00 Gam sufficient knowledge and practical experience to prepare accurate quan¬ tity estimates in the residential construction field Wed , Jan 22 VVI 6 30-9 30 pm 10 weeks TELEVISION SERVICING V1048 165.00 This course provides a hands-on introduction to the various machines in a Machine Shop such as the lathe, shaper, drilling machine, and grinder Learn the various machine operations through the manufacture of simple projects Course takes place at Vancouver Technical High School Tues, Jan 21 VV I/Van Tech 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks 1 session Sat.; Mar 15 . 10:00 am - 3 30 pm DESIGN WEST ff-TTERIORS ' ' Drke DESIGN PART I K1121 40.00 (K. Broad) ' 1 ' Tues,, Feb 4 ' K.EvC/ • 7S)0-9-00 p^n HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING — INTERMEDIATE VI061 135 00 OR - - space planning, seated fayouts.the history and devefOpmew of fumf- ture; style planning and coloiif theory. Find prsi?fieai sOMens lor Modula-2 was developed by Nicklaus Wirth as a successor to his highly suc¬ cessful Pascal programming language This advanced course assumes some familiarity with high level structured programming languages (such as Pascal) Topics include Modules and Separate Compilation, Data abstraction and information hiding, Low level facilities (bit Bashing) Programs will be entered and run on microcomputers Extra 12 sessions of lab time wilt be available (Anderson) Tues, Jan 21 VVI 6 30-9 30 p m 12 weeks This introductory course covers the basic principles, operation and main¬ tenance of refrigeration systems, gas/oil/electncal heating systems, electrical control systems, and basic air conditioning/ventilation systems Tues /Thurs , Jan 21 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks Sat,, Mar. 8 • Langara 10;00 am - 3:30 pm Learn basic house construction details and procedures for the West Coast Framing Method Topics include blueprint reading to finishing details Mon , Jan 20 VVI /Van Tech 7 00-9 30 p m 8 weeks as weil as elecirteat plumbing and heatiftg systems for safer HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING — BASIC V1060 135 00 icatfy and dirrratieaHy, colour tteory and rd pfaGement,¦and and interiorext&riOT coordination. Bring to class $ weral photographs house snd a-bag lunch. (Judy Dennis, Cynthia Baxter) HOUSE CONSTRUCTION V1050 65 00 PROGRAMMING IN MODULA—2 VI047 140 00 EiGliEERIiG AND MACHINIST RESlBEWIAt PESBSl CHOOSING EXTERlOfi COLOURS UiaO 30.00 GROWING GRAPES FOR WINE & TABLE 25.00, for coastal climate (M Wright) GROWING VEGETABLES AND FRUIT IN THE HOME GARDEN K1111 25.00 Starting with a refresher on elementary plant science'^ will explore intensive growing, season lengthening and wintering techniques Also included — seed sources, recommended varieties & diagnosis of personal plant problems. {M 'Wright) CARTOONING, BASIC V1202 85.00 Learn an understanding of drawing techniques, tools, and the principles of composition and design to prepare cartoons for reproduction Demonstrations and assignments (G Metzger) Sat, Jan 25 VVI 9 30 am -12 30 pm 10 weeks DESIGN AND DISPLAY TECHNIQUES V1203 85.00 Lectures, class projects and tours, will help you create window and merchan¬ dizing displays Emphasis is on basic principles of design and creative uses of colour and materials (B Richards) Tues , Jan 21 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks DRAWING, BASIC (COMMERCIAL ART) V1204 95.00 Learn to use pencils, charcoal, pen and brush, and pen and ink Tone, line, texture, shape, and composition are studied through the use of still life and figure drawing studies Bring soft charcoal stick, newsprint and manila paper to the frst session Registration fee includes the cost of models (C Babcock) Tues, Jan 21 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks DRAWING, ADVANCED V1205 95 00 If you have some basic drawing and want to move to the next stage of devel¬ opment learn about perspective, structure, anatomy and style Both models and still objects are used Registration fee includes the cost of models (R Sat, Mar 1 Langara 9.00 a,m • 3:00 pffi, '1 session Sen) LANDSCAPING FOR THE HOME Tues, Jan 21 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks GARDENER K1112 _ 25.00 Learn fo plan for life styles, discuss soils, acidly, planting for sun, Shade, colour, succession and what to do wWh a north wait; ground eovers, shrubs, vines and trees as well as the an of transpianimg. Sat., Peb. 15. Ungara 9-.00 s.m. -.3-00 p.m i session THE PRINCIPLES OF PRUNING K1113 25.00 DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN V1206 70 00 If you wish to draw in either a professional or personal capacity, you will learn through systematic exercises a better understanding of visual percep¬ tions concerning right side brain functions (C Joht) Tues, Jan 21 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks This one-day workshop will combine classroom plus field demonstra¬ GRAPHIC DESIGN ¦ AN INTRODUCTION $95.00 tions. team to confidently tackle the pruning and re-training of orna¬ mental am frmt trees'smalf fruit, ffowering shrubs and hedges. Examine the problems of design layout, rendering, lettering and the theory of advertising (Nouwens/Lim) Thurs , Jan 23, VVI,V1207 7 00-10 00 p m 10 weeks Sat, Jan 25, VVI,V1208 9 30 am-12 30 pm 10 weeks Sa-U Fab, 22 / Langara 9:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m. , , i sSs'ston 10 GRAPHIC DESIGN - PRINTING AND PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES V1209 105 00 For photographers and artists wishing to expand their knowledge in graphic design by studying lettering, design layout and the theory of printing Emphasis is on the actual printing process as it relates to graphics (D Lim) Wed, Jan 22 VVI 630 am - 1000 pm 10 weeks ILLUSTRATION FOR GRAPHIC DESIGN V1210 50.00 Explore a wide range of illustration techniques as applied in advertising and various print media Colour theory and basic design are covered (S Perrott) Tues , Jan 21 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 6 weeks INTERIOR DESIGN - BASIC V1211 85.00 Learn the basic elements and principles of design, fundamentals of space planning, colour theory and schemes, selection and coordination of interior furnishings and lighting Class projects will be residential {G Lawrence) Thurs , Jan 23 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks PAINTING BASIC ¦ WATERCOLOUR VI212 95 00 Develop the skills necessary to paint in watercolours or render architectural illustrations Materials and techniques used in traditional and contemporary watercolour paintings are studied Still life, figure, and landscape are studied with the use of line and washes, colour and tone, composition and perspec¬ tive Bring ink, Chinese brush and newsprint to first class Fee includes model costs (C Babcock) Sat, Jan 25 VVI 10 00 am -100 pm 10 weeks PAINTING, ADVANCED V1213 95.00 Some sound experience in elementary painting is a prerequisite to this course Emphasizes the continued study of forms and of anatomy with paint¬ ing from the draped and nude figure Fee includes model costs (R Sen) Prerequisite elementary painting experience Thurs, Jan 23 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks PASTE-UP AND ASSEMBLY TECHNIQUES V1214 95.00 Learn two techniques for paste-up and assembly rubber cement and wax Cleanliness, speed and efficiency are stressed Class projects range from a simple mechanical to a full page colour ad Experience in graphic design essential (D Lim) Tues, Jan 21 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks PERSPECTIVE DRAWING AND RENDERING V1215 100.00 Presentation drawings will be developed using one and two point perspec¬ tives, shadows, colour and reflections Knowledge of geometry and some drafting ability required (G Fmlay) Thurs, Jan 23 VVI 6 30-10 00 pm 10 weeks PORTFOLIO PRESENTATION (FOR PROFESSIONALS) V1216 20.00 Professional artists rely on their portfolio as a major selling device This course analyzes methods of presentation, composition of content and other important factors Bring your subject matter for analysis (D Lim) Mon , Jan 27 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 2 weeks SIGN PAINTING - AN INTRODUCTION V1217 90.00 Artists and people involved in the display area will gain the knowledge and skills to be able to paint a freehand sign, a display window, and machinery such as cars and trucks Problems such as transposing a small scaled image to a latge scaled image are discussed in detail Wed , Jan 22 V V I Wan Tech 7 00-1000 pm 10 weeks SELL YOUR ART! V1218 25 00 Learn how to prepare the marketing techniques, visual presentations, and a general study of the psychology of marketing commercial art and printing (N Jakubke) Sat, Feb 1 VVI 9 00 am-5 00 pm 1 day FASHION DESIGN PROGRAM This proposed certificate program will prepare you for a career in the fashion industry focusing on skills such as fashion illustration, design drafting, textiles and costuming, pattern making, draping, industrial garment construction, couturier garment construction tailoring, business management Students registering for the entire program will be given priority, however, space per¬ mitting, those wishing individual courses will be admitted For more informa¬ tion call 682-5844 JANUARY CLASSES INDUSTRIAL GARMENT CONSTRUCTION V1220 160 00 Includes instruction in development of skills required for industrial methods of garment construction, understanding of design possibilities and limitations, planning of construction sequences, development of expertise in use of industrial equipment/power shears, industrial sewing machines, etc , practical experience in industrial garment construction methods through the making of samples (Copson) Mon , Jan 13 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks FASHION ILLUSTRATION V1221 150.00 Includes instruction in anatomical drawing from a model, sketching of garment proportions and details, media and styles used in fashion illustration, development of an individual style of illustration, development of working drawings of individual designs for industrial and/or custom use (Shilander) Tues, Jan 14 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 12 weeks BASIC PATTERN MAKING V1222 215.00 Includes instruction in construction of block patterns in standard sizes for all areas of women's wear, construction of block patterns in individual sizes for all types of custom pattern making, understanding of current basic figure/fashion shapes, understanding of individual figure problems as they relate to pattern production (Hudson) Wed , Jan 15 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 12 weeks SEWING RESTYLING, ALTERATIONS AND REPAIRS V1080 117.00 Of benefit to enterprising persons who make their living in the clothing industry — salespeople, drycleanmg and laundry operators, factory workers and those wishing to start their own business Tues & Thurs , Jan 14 & 16 VVI 6 30-9 30 p m 7 weeks PHOTOGRAPHY These photography courses are designed for the serious amateur, those who use photography in their work or for those employed in the photographic industry They can be taken for general interest or for credits towards the Business Administration Certificate offered by Continuing Education The photography courses are taught by working professionals in fully equipped studios and darkroom facilities using professional equip¬ ment The classes are limited in size Registration at Focal Point (4474 West 10th Avenue) will be held from 11 00 a m - 4 30 p m , Tuesday through Saturday beginning January 7th Evening registration will befrom 7 OOp m -900pm onjanuary 14th and 15th ONLY For further information please call 224-3636 BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY 1000 100.00 Learn to operate a 35mm camefaTThrough lectures, workshops, field trips and critiques as well as photographic principles and some black and white darkroom procedures (Hayes) Mon , Jan 20 Focal Point 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks Tues , Jan 21 Focal Point 12 30-3 30 pm 10 weeks Tues , Jan 21 Focal Point 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY 2000 115.00 Improve your knowledge of camera operation, composition techniques and lighting concepts Learn basic studio lighting concepts including portraiture and still life Prerequisite "Basic Photography 1000" or equivalent (Sheldan, Gregory) Mon , Jan 20 Focal Point 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks Tues , Jan 21 Focal Point 12 30-3 30 pm 10 weeks Tues , Jan 21 Focal Point 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks BASIC DARKROOM 1000 110.00 Learn the basic principles and practices of black and white darkroom use, including film processing, contact prints, enlargements, and print finishing techniques (Swmnard) Wed , Jan 22 Focal Point 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks Sat, Jan 25 Focal Point 10 00 am • 1 00 p m 10 weeks Sat, Jan 25 Focal Point 1 30-4 30 pm 10 weeks INTERMEDIATE DARKROOM 2000 115.00 Learn fine quality photographic printmakmg through practical applications of various techniques and individualized teacher instruction Bleaching and toning procedures are also covered Prerequisite "Basic Darkroom 1000'" or equivalent (Swmnard) Thurs , Jan 23 Focal Point 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks PHOTO RETOUCHING 1000 105 00 Learn to restore, correct or enhance photographic prints You will learn to modify black and white or colour photographs with the use of dyes or several different pigments You will be required to purchase additional supplies (Leathern) Thurs, Jan 23 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY 3100 160 00 This course will give students practical experience in the field of commercial photography with emphasis placed on advertising Students will be given assignments each stage of which will be followed and guided by a profes¬ sional art director and photographer Topics will include working with clients, art directors and models, composing layouts, and getting the most out of photographic equipment and lighting Students must have completed "Inter¬ mediate Photography 2000" or equivalent (R Miles/C Hrynkow) Thurs , Jan 23 Focal Point 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks PHOTOJOURNALISM 3000 "New Course** 160.00 Learn to use a photograph or a series of photographs to tell a story Technical emphasis is on the ability to use photographic equipment and materials quickly, confidently and efficiently in any situation Picture editing, legal and ethical questions, production and post-production techniques, staging and framing and working to specifications are some of the subjects to be covered Prerequisite — Intermediate Photography or Equivalent (Shackleton) Wed , Jan 22 Focal Point 7 00-10 00 p m 10 weeks WORKSHOPS FIGURE PHOTOGRAPHY 2000 110 00 Cover both technical and practical aspects of photographing the nude human form Topics include history and trends, finding and selecting models, make¬ up, lighting and composition You will have a shooting session with a model and will review and critique your work with the instructor Prerequisite "Basic Photography 1000" or equivalent (T Harvey) 3 days Sat, Feb 1 Focal Point 10 00 am - 400 pm Lecture/Demo Sun, Feb 2 Focal Point T B A Workshop Sat, Feb 15 Focal Point 10 00 a m - 4 00 p m Lecture/ Critique 4x5 VIEW CAMERA 2000 100 00 Through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practice using the 4 x 5 view camera, you will learn the various types and uses for view cameras m a variety of photographic situations Prerequisite "Basic Photography 1000" or equivalent (M Sheldan) 3 days Sat, Feb 8 Focal Point 10 00 am - 4 00 pm Lecture/Demo Sun , Feb 9 Focal Point T B A Workshop Sat, Feb 22 Focal Point 10 00 a m - 4 00 p m Lecture/Demo FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY 2000 110.00 Covers various photographic styles, studio lighting techniques and includes a shooting session with a professional model The relationship between a photographer and a model are discussed Prerequisite "Basic Photography 1000" or equivalent (T Harvey) 3 days Sat, Mar 1 Focal Point 10 00 am -400 pm Lecture/Demo Sun, Mar 2 Focal Point T B A Workshop Sat, Mar 15 Focal Point 1000 am -400 pm Lecture/ Critique HAND TINTING PHOTOGRAPHS 1000 45 00 Explore the techniques of photo-tmting and colour theory Techniques include applications of various mediums to appropriate photographic papers (K Hawkes) Sat, Feb 1 VVI 9 00 am-4 00pm 2 days COURSES WITH NO B.A.C. CREDIT PHOTOGRAPHY — BEGINNERS L1230 20.00 For those who are just becoming interested in photography and who are con¬ fused by the jargon — F/stop, focus, aperture (ASA) The course consists of illustrated talks and question and anrwer sessions Bring your camera and any instructions you have for it, some of your own pictures and your questions Enrollment limited to 20 (Dunbar) Tues, Jan 21 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 3 weeks PHOTOGRAPHY - CREATING A SLIDE SHOW L1231 40.00 In this workshop each participant will design and create their own 35mm color black and white slide shows, music, narrative writing, building a simple slide editing table, selecting or making the photographs You should have some basic understanding of photography and 35mm camera Last evening we will invite family and friends to view our efforts (Dunbar) Mon, Jan 20 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 6 weeks JEWELLERY CREATIVE JEWELLERY — BASIC SKILLS V1240 185.00 You will learn the fundamental skills needed in jewellery making Traditional as well as contemporary materials will be utilized The interrelationship between design and workmanship will be stressed throughout the course No previous experience required Mon, Jan 13 VVI 9 00 am-4 00 pm 11 weeks JEWELLERY MAKING WORKSHOP — ADVANCED V1241 185.00 You will further explore and develop various techniques and approaches learned in the Basic Skills course Practical experience on more advanced and complicated projects will be encouraged Prerequisites — successful completion of the Basic Skills Course or its equivalent Tues, Jan 14 VVI 9 00 am-4 00 pm 11 weeks CASTING TECHNIQUES FOR JEWELLERY AND SMALL SCULPTURE V1242 135.00 This course will introduce the practical application of several ancient casting techniques including lost wax, centrifugal, sand and cuttlefish bone Students will be encouraged to develop three-dimensional designs using the wax carv¬ ing process No previous experience necessary Wed, Jan 15 VVI 9 00 am-4 00pm 8 weeks ELEMENTS OF JEWELLERY DESIGN V1243 66.00 You will learn the basic elements of design theory and their application in contemporary jewellery Lectures and discussions will be supplemented with films and slide presentations Emphasis will be placed on the nature of threedimensional forms You will develop awareness of visual elements such as line, shape, mass and texture No previous experienced required Thurs , Jan 16 VVI 900 am - 400 pm 4 weeks JEWELLERY DESIGN ¦ PRACTICAL WORKSHOP V1244 100 00 This course will stress practical application of the elements of jewellery design Through a series of exercises and projects you will develop an individual approach to design Emphasis will be on the use of non-traditional materials Prerequisite successful completion of Elements of Jewellery Design course and a familiarity with the basic skills of jewellery making Thurs , Feb 13 VVI 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 6 weeks ARTS ALL OCCASION CARD WORKSHOP L4101 20 00 At the end of this fun-filled workshop you will have your own cards designed, printed and ready for all occasions Instruction in calligraphy watercolour, simple prmtmaking, pen and ink sketching and more (Various) Sat, Feb 1 Langara 9 30 a m - 2 30 p m 1 day DRAWING — BASIC L4102 65 00 Are you interested in learning to draw? Beginners are welcome in this course which focuses on the use of drawing exercises that will enable you to see, and therefore draw, in a fresh way Drawing materials include pencil, graphite, conte, and pen and ink Some life drawing (models) (B Lyon) Wed, Jan 22 Langara 7 30-9 30 pm 10 weeks DRAWING - EXPLORATORY L4103 65.00 Using a variety of media including some colour options and related visual resources (photographs and slides), you will learn interesting ways of approaching drawing Portraits, plants, animal and bird forms will be tackled using felt pens, graphite, pastels, pencil crayon and conte No drawing experience necessary (M Vanderpant) Thurs , Jan 23 Langara 7 30-9 30 p m 10 weeks A TASTE OF BEAUTIFUL BORDERS L4203 10.00 This delightful three hour course promises you an overview of the design structure and possiblities for several border ideas that will enhance and complete your calligraphic piece Bring pens and pencils, paper and coloured pencils or paints (May) Mon, Jan 13 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 3 hours DRAWING — LIFE L4104 70 00 A TASTE OF A TWIST OF THE PEN L4204 10 00 Examine the scope of visual language in detail by working from live models In addition to the principles of colour, movement and gesture you will be presented with the challenge of memory drawing, new media and more Models at all classes (N WedmanJ Tues, Jan 21 Langara 7 30-9 30 p m 10 weeks In just three hours you will have become familiar with the skill of twisting the broad edged pen to produce distinctive letter forms used in the writing of headings, banners, showcards and fine calligraphic pieces (Williams) Tues, Jan 14 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 3 hours DRAWING AND PAINTING L41G5 65 00 CALLIGRAPHY BEGINNERS ITALIC LEVEL 1 50.00 Make the transition from drawing to painting and from black and white to colour Emphasis will be placed upon colour, pattern and texture in your work Acrylic paints and some gouache will be used (No oils please) All levels welcome (R Marshall) Thurs, Jan 23 Langara 7 30-9 30 pm 10 weeks Learn the basic skills of Italic writing with the edged pen This practical, yet beautiful, style develops into fast, legible handwriting that may be used for everyday "cursive" writing (letters, notetakmg) or for more formal occasions on invitations, gifts, cards, posters, etc Instructor will advise of supply requirements Mon , Jan 20 L4205 (Bryan) 5 30-7 30 p m 8 wks Tues, Jan 21 L4206 (Poskitt) 7 30-9 30 pm 8 wks DRAWING AND SCULPTURE L4106 70 00 Explore foundation level sculpture processes and skills through clay model¬ ling and drawing studies using some live models All levels welcome Clay supplied Models (D Murray) Thurs, Jan 23 Langara 7 30-9 30 pm 10 weeks NATURE PRINTING WORKSHOP L41Q7 20 00 Learn the art of printing (making ink impressions) of your favourite plants (cultivated and wild flowers, grasses and weeds) onto paper The results can be beautiful prints suitable for framing or they can be used as greeting cards, bookmarks and gift enclosures, or you may wish to print directly onto T-shirts or aprons A demonstration of fish printing will be included if time permits Thurs , Jan 23 L4207 (Poskitt) 7 30-9 30 pm 8 wks Sat, Jan 25 L4208 (Poskitt) 9 30-11 30 am 8 wks INTERMEDIATE CALLIGRAPHY LEVEL 2 SO 00 Learn early letter forms A comprehensive introduction to the alphabets Roman, Square Capitals, Rustic, Uncial, Carolmgian, Gothic, Foundational, Compressed Italic, Copperplate and their uses Keeping and maintaining a good Italic hand is also emphasized through practise with the edged pen (Poskitt) Thurs, Jan 23 L4209 Langara 5 30-7 30 pm 8 weeks (E Zbar) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 9 30 a m - 2 30 p m 1 day LAYOUT ESSENTIALS L4210 35 00 PORTRAITURE L4108 65 00 You will touch briefly on the "What, Why and How" of pictorial composition, the chief elements of composition, and the balance of weights and of values from white to black (Bryan) Wed , Jan 22 Langara 5 30-7 30 pm 6 weeks Concentrates on the beauty of the human form and in particular the form of the face Learn how different drawing materials (pencils, charcoal, conte, pastels and ink) produce strikingly different drawings All levels welcome (H Kowallek) Mon, Jan 20 Langara 7 30-9 30 pm 10 weeks A TWIST OF THE PEN L4211 35 00 TWO-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN L4109 65.00 You will learn to do broad-edged pen manipulation to achieve a distinctive new look to the small and capital letter of our alphabet Bring broad-edged pen and ink projects (Williams) Mon , Jan 20 Langara 7 30-9 30 p m 6 weeks An understanding of design will benefit your drawing, painting, home decor¬ ating and fashion co-ordination In fact, you will increase your visual aware¬ ness and appreciation greatly by taking this course with its format of lectures and enjoyable projects Beginners welcome (J Brackman-Sharp) Thurs, Jan 23 Langara 7 30-9 30 pm 10 weeks SCULPTURE FROM NATURE L4110 70.00 Have you ever wondered where ideas for sculpture come from7 In this course you will learn how a close study of nature can be a starting point for developing exciting sculpture The focus will be upon beginning sculptural techniques using clay and objects from nature Beginners welcome (J Brackman-Sharp) Wed, Jan 22 Langara 7 30-9 30 pm 10 weeks CELTIC ILLUMINATION L4213 35 00 To continue further development of the Celtic ornamentation this course offers a broader exploration of Irish pattern and design (Meehan) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 12 00-2 00 pm 6 weeks FOUNDATIONAL HAND L4215 35 00 You will attain a sound knowledge of this letter form as you work through the refinements of the Roundhand strokes and its many practical uses Bring ink and broad-edged pen (Cowan) Wed , Jan 22 Langara 7 30-9 30 p m 6 weeks FINAL TOUCH II 14216' SB 00 Effective layout and presentation will be explored from conception to comple¬ tion through meaningful critiques of your own ongoing project (Jackson) Tues , Jan 21 Langara 7 30-9 30 pm 8 weeks CREATING A SMALL MANUSCRIPT BOOK L4217 35.00 In conjunction with U B C Museum of Anthropology, this introductory course emphasizes cultural styles, two-dimensional design, recogniz¬ ing life forms, the role of art in the potlatch, winter ceremonies and daily life, and an examination of contemporary revival of N W Coast Indian Art Course includes a free pass to the Museum of Anthro¬ pology until March 31, 1986 Members of the Museum of Anthro¬ pology — $3 00 discount For more information call Wayne Decle at 875-8200 (K Duffek) Tues , Feb 4 7 00-9 00 p m 4 weeks Museum of Anthropology UBC 6393 N W Marine Drive Vancouver, BC CALLIGRAPHY A TASTE OF CALLIGRPAHY 10 00 A fresh intense look at the beautiful and versatile Italic hand These mini workshops insure you of a positive approach toward mastery of the hand Paper and pens available (Poskitt) Wed, Jan 15 L4201 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 3 hours Thurs, Jan 16 L4202 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 3 hours THEATRE ACTING — LEVEL 1 K1300 55.00 Focus on the development of relaxation, confidence, and clarity of expression through participation in theatre games, improvisation, mime, voice work and scene study (F Galloway) Mon, Jan 20 KEC 7 30-9 30 pm 10 sessions CREATIVE DRAMA FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS K1301 100.00 Designed for elementary school teachers who wish to learn how to use drama in the classroom Focus on techniques such as story playing, choral reading, mime and improvisation Learn new ways of making their curriculum exciting for your students (D Oakes) Mon, Jan 20 KEC 6 30-930 pm 10 weeks CREATIVE THEATRICAL MAKE-UP — LEVEL 2 VI302 95 00 For actors and models to upgrade their skills in applying make-up for theatre, TV and movies You will complete a portfolio Bring you own make-up, color¬ ing pencils, mirror and a towel to the first night of class (A Berge) Mon , Jan 20 VVI 6 30-9 30 p m 10 weeks CREATIVE THEATRICAL MAKE-UP — LEVEL 3 V1303 105.00 Learn techniques in special effects such as burns, scars, bruises, blood, sweat, tears and warts Includes use of crepe hair, latex and a variety of prothesis Prerequisite — LEVEL 2 (A Berge) Tues, Jan 21 VVI 6 30-9 30 p m 10 weeks DEVELOPING CREATIVITY FOR TECHIES K1304 110.00 Everyone in the film and theatre industry is creative Here is an opportunity for back stage people to explore, develop and expand their creative potential These creative exercises and games will enhance your input in a production Sat, Jan 25 KEC 1100am-2 00 pm 10 weeks Seeing is believing' Your own hand-done ornamentation that borders your lettered piece Course covers style, colour and proportion of the letters and ornament work with the text (May) Wed , Jan 22 Langara 7 30-9 30 p m 6 weeks An extension course for those students who have had a basic instruction in the art of watercolour and wish to continue learning in a classroom atmos¬ phere Individual progress and development emphasized (H Kowellek) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 12 noon - 2 00 p m 10 weeks Further your knowledge and skills in floral design and the florist industry Topics include wedding, funeral and Christmas work (theory and practical) Prerequisite Basic Floral Design I or have wiring, taping and basic design skills The fee includes the cost of flowers Bring shears, a florist knife or sharp pocket knife and wire cutters to all classes (McPhee) Mon/Tues , Jan 20 KEC 6 30-9 30 pm 6 weeks (C Games) Learn the basics of this folk art while creating a beautiful hand painted tray > (or project of your choice) No drawing ability necessary (W Skemp) Mon, Jan 20 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 10 weeks WATERCOLOUR LEVEL 2 L4113 65 00 FLORAL DESIGN if K1245 205 00 With this simple step by step beginning you will learn the intricate patterns that monks and scribes of early Celtic times used to enhance and embellish their precious books (Meehan) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 10 00am - 12 00pm 6 weeks DESIGN A BEAUTIFUL BORDER L4214 35 00 Learn how to stretch paper, lay washes and use the exciting and challenging medium of watercolour Beginners welcome (H Kowellek) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 9 30-11 30 am 10 weeks FLORAL DESIGN CELTIC ILLUMINATION S L4212 35.00 TOLE PAINTING L4111 65 00 WATERCOLOUR LEVEL 1 L4112 65.00 11 You will design and construct an elegant and beautiful manuscript book, a keepsake to treasure or a warm gift for family or friends Material require¬ ments available first night (Jones) Thurs , Jan 23 Langara 7 30-9 30 p m 6 weeks ITALIC CORRESPONDENCE COURSE L4218 60 00 Our aim has been to prepare a comprehensive, pleasurable and useful cor¬ respondence course in Italic Handwriting for those who are unable to attend class Through practice you will achieve a fluent and legible script Useful for making cards, diplomas, invitations, etc , as well as improving everyday handwriting Fee includes print materials and postage For more information and a list of recommended supplies, call 324-5323 (Poskitt) 12 weeks (on-going) ALL OCCASION CARD WORKSHOP L4219 35 00 During this fun-filled workshop you will create your own card designs for any occasion Instruction in calligraphy, watercolour, simple prmtmaking, pen and ink sketching and more (Various) CALLIGRAPHY WORKSHOPS L4220 20 00 Special workshops in all phases of calligraphy are in our planning Leave your name, address and phone number by calling 324-5322 We will call you for these special times Your name on our list insures you have a place at the workshops of your choice MOVEMENT FOR ACTORS K1305 60 00 For professional and non-professional actors to develop a heightened sense of physical awareness and control Movement exercises will introduce funda¬ mental techniques in Modern Dance, Jazz, Ballet and Mime (C Duffy, D Garfmkle) Wed, Jan 22 KEC 7 00-9 00 p m 10 weeks PRODUCING AND DIRECTING FOR AMATEUR THEATRE K1306 25 00 A workshop for teachers and community theatre workers which will provide a general overview of all aspects of play production and direction (F Galloway) Sat, Feb 8 KEC 10 00 am-4 00 pm 1 session SPEECH 30.OO For amateur actors wishing to improve breathing, resonance, projection and articulation through individual exercises, games, choral speaking, and pre¬ pared projects (Garfmkle) Thurs, Jan 23 K1307 KEC 7 00-8 00 p m lOweeks Sat , Jan 25 K1308 KEC 12 00-1 00 pm 10 weeks YOGA FOR PERFORMERS 30.00 For singers, dancers, actors and dancers wishing to improve breathing and meditation Physical exercises aid the performer to focus, remain calm, to gam strength and improve flexibility (Garfmkle) Thurs , Jan 23 K1309 KEC 6 00-7 00 p m 10 weeks Sat, Jan 25 K1310 KEC 11 00am-12 00pm 10 weeks INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC FLUTE I K1400 35 00 Introduces you to tone production, notation, and basic playing skills, involving some ensemble work Bring your flute (F Cory) Tues,Jan 21 KEC 600-700 pm 10 weeks FLUTE II K1401 35.00 For those who have previously completed Flute I, or can play up to two octaves Some ensemble work Bring your flute (F Cory) Tues, Jan 21 KEC 7 00-8 00 p m 10 weeks GUITAR BEGINNERS L1402 65 00 Basic theory and note-readmg with chording the accompaniment styles for contemporary folk songs Both plectrum and finger styles are used Bring your guitar and music stand (J Amsworth) Thurs , Jan 23 Langara 6 00-8 00 p m 10 weeks Register by Phone using your VISA 12 GUITAR: INTERMEDIATE K1403 65.00 Have you had a few lessons in the past, or are you a self-taught player who's stuck at a certain level"? Study begins with aJI strings, chord patterns, and chord substitutions Bring your guitar and music stand (J Amsworth) Thurs, Jan 23 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks GUITAR- JAZZ-ROCK IMPROVISATION K1404 35.00 Develop sofo lines, expand chord vocabulary and jazz-rock rhythms Pre¬ requisite knowledge of basic chords (some bar chords) and theory such as major scales (D Jahnke) Men, Jan 20 KEC 8 00-9 00 pm 10 weeks GUITAR JAZZ-ROCK IMPROVISATION — INTERMEDIATE K1405 35 00 Develop solo lines using various scales and arpeggios, chord solos, and chord melody, altered voicing and voice leading, and various styles of accom¬ paniment Must read music (D Jahnke) Mon, Jan 20 KEC 9 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks MINICONSERVATORY/ PRIVATE liSTBUCTlOM You choose private instruction in two forms — a one-hour lesson per week or a Vi hour lesson per week On flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, french horn, trombone, piano or guitar Phone 875-8200 to state your name instrument and phone number A rep¬ resentative will contact you during the week of January 13 to arrange your program 10 week term K1440 1 hr lesson per week 200 00 10 week term K1441 Vs hour lesson per week 100 00 APPRECIATION AMD THEORY SAXOPHONE' BEGINNERS K1406 35.00 JAZZ HISTORY AND APPRECIATION K1450 40.00 You will learn proper holding, breathing, tone, and basic playing skills to start you on your way (W Diggms) Through listening sessions and lectures, study the growth of jazz from its origins to the present day The course introduces the prominent performers, writers, and recordings of the idiom (A Matheson) Tues, Jan 21 KEC 7 00-8 00 pm 10 weeks Wed, Jan 22 KEC 600-700 pm 10 weeks SAXPHONE INTERMEDIATE K1407 35 00 'Brush up' or improve your reading ability Also some lines and nffs will be analyzed for playing and jamming in rock, blues, and jazz idioms The class is a continuation of Saxophone Beginners, however students with some background will be accepted (W Diggms) Wed, Jan 22 KEC 7 00-8 00 pm 10 weeks VOCAL MUSIC VOCAL COACHING K1410 115 00 Group and private lessons are combined Develop strength, extension of range and vocal ease in performance Admission with instructor's approval {Mon - J Newman, Wed - C Brauner) Mon, Jan 20 KEC 6 00-8 00 pm 10 weeks Wed, Jan 22 KEC 6 00-8 00 pm 10 weeks VOCAL PRODUCTION K1411 35.00 Basic singing techniques with emphasis on breathing, support, resonance, and tone quality Ideal for those singing in a Church or community choir (M Gronsdal) Thurs, Jan 23 KEC 6 00-7 00 p m 10 weeks PIANO CLASS JAZZ PIANO 55 00 Instruction on individual pianos A practical elementary course for students with little or no piano background Fundamental piano techniques relative to the study of jazz and popular music will be emphasized Instructor will place students in appropriate class Enrollment limited to 8 per class (K Kidd) Wed, Jan 22 K1420 KEC 600-700 pm 10 weeks Wed, Jan 22 K1421 KEC 700-800 pm lOweeks PIANO 1 FOR BEGINNERS 55.00 Class instruction on individual pianos Learn notation, basic playing skills, and chording techniques Students must have access to piano for home practice Enrollment limited to 8 per class In the event of insufficient enroll¬ ment in a particular class, some classes may be combined Seniors discount not available due to limited enrollment (Tues - C Gronsdal, Thurs - A Greene) Thurs, Jan 23 K1422 KEC 600-700 pm 10 weeks Thurs, Jan 23 K1423 KEC 7 00-8 00 p m 10 weeks Thurs , Jan 23 K1424 KEC 8 00-9 00 p m 10 weeks ENSEMBLES BASIC JAZZ THEORY K1451 35.00 Serves as an introductory course to jazz improvisation Study scales and chords utilizing the jazz shorthand approach to theory including a study of the blues and some of the jazz standards Prerequisite desire to learn basics of improvisation and a general knowledge of rudiments (G Keenan) Thurs , Jan 23 KEC 8 00-9 00 p m 10 weeks JAZZ IMPROVISATION K1452 65.00 An in-depth study of the relationship between scales and chords, utilizing the jazz 'shorthand' approach to theory, involving the study of modes, chord progressions, analysis, and chord substitution Also included will be an analysis of several standards, blues, and contemporary jazz works Students must be able to read music, and have a knowledge of all major scales (G Keenan) Thurs , Jan 23 KEC 6 00-8 00 p m 10 weeks MUSIC APPRECIATION K1453 65 00 i his course introduces the prominent styles and features of classical music so that the new listener can feel comfortable and aware when listening to concert to recordings Recorded music is an important feature of every lec¬ ture (N Stanfield) Wed , Jan 22 KEC 8 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks MUSIC THEORY K1454 65 00 Open to musicians and non-musicians alike Learn the 'basic' materials of music theory including the fundamentals of rhythm, intervals, chords, and transposition Students should be able to read at least one clef (E Bunak) Thurs , Jan 23 KEC 6 00-8 00 p m 10 weeks MUSIC THEORY 2 K1455 65 00 A further study of music fundamentals (rhythm, intervals, transposition, etc) with more emphasis on construction and uses of chords, necessary before a study of harmony Prerequisite Theory 1 or permission of instructor (E EXERCISE MOVEMENT K1435 65.00 Studies in rhythm, relaxation, concentration, breathing, and space aware¬ ness You will improve flexibility and awareness, and develop self-confidence (C Lee) Mon /Wed , Jan 20 4 00-5 30 p m 10 weeks The Department's select classical choral ensemble Students will have a placement interview and audition, with entrance at the discretion of the instructor Phone the Department for an audition time Mon /Fn 12 00-1 30 pm J Washburn Wed 2 00-3 00 p m HEALEY WILLAN CHOIR Named after Healey Willan, the Dean of Canadian composers, the Department's largest choral ensemble is open to, and welcomes, the general public No audition or previous experience is necessary The ensemble meets each Thursday Emphasis is on the acquisition of basic choral skills and performance with and without orchestra Thurs 7 30-10 00 pm J Washburn V C.C STAGE BANDS 284/484 60 00 Entrance by audition only Positions are open to full-time students, but vacant spaces will be available to part-time students wishing to audition Wton or Tues 7 00-9 00 o m D Branter WIND ENSEMBLE 285/485 50 00 The College's largest wind ensemble open, by audition, to all wind instrumentalists Tues /Thurs 4 30-6 00 pm D Branter KODALY SOLFEGE 201 70 00 The study of aural perception through vocal musicianship Basic melodic and harmonic function in pentatonic and diatonic modes, through the use of relative Sol-fa Form and analysis of folk music material Sight singing and dictation Prerequisite 101 or equivalent Mon/Wed/Fn 900-1000 am or 10 00-11 00 a m M Cuthbertson KODALY SOLFEGE 401 70 00 An extension of Kodaly Solfege 301 Chromaticism to atonality in melodic context Diatonic harmony with inversions, 7th chords and simple modulation Form and analysis, melodic and harmonic Sight singing and dictation to include examples from 20th century repertoire Mon /Wed /Fn 8 00-9 00 a m M Cuthbertson MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES OF MUSIC 203 70.00 Study of common practice period harmony, preliminary baroque counterpoint (18th century style) and introductory analysis Prerequisite 103 or equivalent Mon /Wed /Fn 9 00-10 00 a m /10 00-11 00 a m DDuke MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES OF MUSIC 403 70 00 HISTORY AND LITERATURE OF MUSIC 205 70.00 A presentation of recorded music featuring the influential jazz drummers from CiEDIT COURSES Registration is on January 3, 1986, or at the first class for each course Classes begin January 6 For further information, or to obtain an audition time where necessary, contact the Music Department at 875-8220 BASIC THEORY 097 70 00 PERFORMANCE MASTER CLASS 211/411 50 00 Can you remember the 'good ol days' of the big bands'? Are you just itching to get the horn that you played in high school out of the closet7 Come and join the C E Big Band Modern arrangements and old standards are all covered Bring your instrument and music stand (D Quarm) Wed, Jan 22 VVI 7 00-9 00 pm 10 weeks V C.C. MADRIGAL SINGERS 80.00 Mon , Jan 20 KEC 8 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks THE HISTORY OF MODERN DRUMMING K1456 65.00 WOMEN'S VOCAL ENSEMBLE K1431 50.00 STAGE BAND K1432 50.00 The course includes the study and performance of the standard jazz/swing choir repertoire Entrance is by audition only Selected students will become members of the Soundwave ensemble Subject to enrolment, all students will be able to participate in a second group Phone the Department for an audition time Mon/Wed/Fn 3 00-5 00 pm P Taylor 1930 to present (J Chivers) Thurs , Jan 23 KEC 8 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks If you enjoy singing for the sake of singing, this is the choir for you The choir's repertoire is drawn from Broadway Musicals, Pop and some Jazz Piano, bass and drums needed as well (T Greene) Tues, Jan 21 KEC 6 00-7 30 p m 10 weeks A choral ensemble for the more experienced choir member or vocalist Al! musical styles will be explored and emphasis on Pop and Jazz Small ensem¬ bles (solo quartet, etc) will be open to those interested Entrance by audition Piano, bass and drums needed (T Greene) Tues, Jan 14 KEC 800-10 00 pm 18 weeks V.C.C. CHORAL JAZZ ENSEMBLES 70 00 An extension of Materials and Structures 303, the course consists of contrapunctal forms, 20th century harmony, and serial counterpoint The course includes detailed study of major works in the classical and contemporary repertoire Prerequisite 303 or equivalent Mon 1100am - 12 00 noon D Duke Thurs 12 30 p m - 2 30 p m This one-term course examines the elementary non-performance skills of music and is designed to give the student the opportunity to gain skills necessary for further advancement in music It will help the student gain facility in reading and writing music through the study of notation, time, scales, intervals, chords and cadences, terms, and forms Mon /Wed 5 00-7 30 p m T Greene WOMEN'S SWING CHOIR K1430 40 00 of repertoire as it relates to popular appeal Solos must be memorized and performed without amplification Charts should be legible for piano accompaniment Thurs 1 00-2 00 p m M Regier Performance classes in repertoire, technique, and ensemble, in voice, keyboard, and classical and jazz guitar Note There is a $10 00 surcharge for accompanist for the voice master class Fn 1 00-3 00 p m Voice J Hamm Mon 1 00-2 00 p m Keyboard M Ehimg Mon 3 00-4 00 pm Jz Guitar T Koch Wed 3 00-4 00 pm CI Guitar S Bosewell PERFORMANCE TECHNIQUES 215/415 This practical course in the mechanics and psychology of performance, includes accompaniment, stage presence, preparation, and actual performance, and is offered to students in all disciplines Classes which include recitals and large group sessions, also break down into chamber music groups, jazz combos, and sections Wed 12 00-2 00 pm JL Domer POPULAR VOCAL STUDIES 261/461 50.00 Students will learn the techniques for keeping the voice healthy and flexible to meet the demands of the pop repertoire Students will perform standards, first in the original popular recorded fashion, and then in an improvised fashion suited to a pre-determmed style Students will receive constructive criticism and immediate adjustment regarding the interpretation and delivery Music to the 1600's Medieval and Renaissance periods Prerequisite 105 or equivalent Tues/Thurs 1100am - 1230 pm J Domer HISTORY AND LITERATURE OF MUSIC 405 70 00 The history of music from the 1800's to the present Prerequisite 305 or equivalent Tues/Thurs 11 00 a m - 12 30 p m D Duke/M Ehlmg ARRANGING 472 60 00 Arranging techniques for jazz, commercial music ensembles, and stage band Advanced students are assigned arranging projects for performing ensembles in the College Prerequisite Arranging 372 or equivalent Tues 1 30-2 30 p m B Fairholm Fn 10 00-11 00 a m THEATRE WORKSHOP 265, 465 70.00 A practical course designed to develop solo vocal production, stage presence and basic stage movement Small groups will prepare a scene from popular musicals Individuals must be prepared to exchange roles and contribute in practical ways to the total production The class will produce a full length musical review with props, costume, writing, and choreography in May and June Tues 5 00-6 00 pm M Regier Wed 5 00-7 00 p m Register by Phone using your VISA -4- COMMERCIAL MUSIC MELODY AND SONG WRITING K1460 75.00 A study of song and jingle writing for radio and television Emphasis will be placed on song and jingle form, key modulation, chord construction and progression, lead sheets and the harmonization of melody and bass lines, and will be of great interest for those with music rudiments Tues , Jan 21 KEC 6 00-8 00 p m 10 weeks THE MUSIC BUSINESS K1461 75 00 A detailed study of the machinery and career opportunities in the music industry Topics wili include record companies, contracts, performing rights, marketing, publishing, copyrights, royalties, agents, the "do's and don'ts", radio demographics and how to get your song on the radio (G Lmdberg) Tues , Jan 21 KEC 8 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks PRODUCING A RECORD K1462 165.00 An in-depth look into the music production business — acoustics, micro¬ phones and tapes, multi-track recording, recording sessions with overdubs, mixdown, recording mastering and pressing, songwntmg, producing and music law Register at King Edward Campus (G Lmdberg) Andromeda Studios, 1304 Seymour Street, Vancouver, B C Thurs , Jan 23 8 00-11 00 pm 10 weeks WRITING MAGAZINE ARTICLES L14S0 20.00 Learn the basics of producing an article from the initial area to the completed manuscript, as well as a consideration of various markets No experience necessary John Lekich is a Vancouver freelance writer whose work has appeared in local and regional periodicals (Lekich) Sat, Feb 15 Langara 9 30 am - 3 30 pm 1 day ENGLISH MLLSllPlOVEiEIT AN INTRODUCTION TO WRITING SKILLS FOR ESL SPEAKERS L4350 90 00 For ESL speakers who are not familiar with reading or writing English Start¬ ing with the basics, we will learn how to read and write simple sentences, fill out forms and other fundamental writing skills (Lee-MacArihur) Tues & Thurs, Jan 21 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks BASIC ENGLISH WRITING SKILLS (ESL) L4351 45.00 Designed for advanced English as a Second Language students who require increased skills in language and writing You will concentrate on vocabulary improvement, sentence structure, paragraph organization and development (Martin) THE TEACHING OF PRONUNCIATION FOR 13 E.S.L. TEACHERS 95 00 Improve your skills in the teaching of pronunciation Topics include vowel dimensions (long, short, etc), consonants (voiced, voiceless, etc), contractions and reductions (as in the verb "to be"), linking sounds, stress and intonation (E Williams) Thurs, Jan 23 KEC K1492 6 00-8 00 pm 8 weeks GRAMMAR REVIEW FOR E.S.L. TEACHERS LI493 95 00 A language discovery course Topics include understanding parts of speech, recognizing basic sentence patterns, working with clauses and phrases, realizing intuitive knowledge and finding new insights (L Hawes) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 9 30 am - 12 30 pm 7 weeks AN ORIENTATION TO TEACHING ENGLISH IN JAPAN K1494 50 00 You will discuss all aspects of living and working as a language teacher in Japan — where and how to look for work in Japan, an introduction to living Japanese style, adapting to and understanding the way a Japanese institution is organized and an introduction to teaching methods appropriate to the Japanese student (P Miller) Sat, Feb 8 KEC 9 30 am - 12 30 pm 4 weeks Tues, Jan 21 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks BEGINNERS ESL CONVERSATION L4352 90.00 CREATIVE WRITING CREATIVE WRITING K1470 50.00 Learn methods to enhance your wrmng while gaming confidence through in-depth discussions and individual reviews Areas of interest will be the short story, poetry and certain aspects of comedy writing (W Decle) Wed , Feb 5 KEC 7 30-8 30 p m 6 weeks FREELANCE WRITING FOR FUN & PROFIT L1471 90.00 From raw ideas to publisher's cheque develop professional attitude, gener¬ ate ideas, market ideas, market analysis, time-management, content, manag¬ ing your writing business (Hall) Tues /Thurs , Jan 21 Langara 7 30-9 30 p m 8 weeks AN INTRODUCTION TO PERFORMING AND WRITING COMEDY K1472 65 00 Dealing with comedy is a serious business for most in the field Whether developing your own unique sense of humour, a comic routine to be per¬ formed, or setting down words on a page that will get people laughing, it can be a difficult process Improvisation, stand-up, acting and T V scripting Mon , Feb 3 KEC 7 00-9 00 p m 6 weeks THE JOY OF INTERVIEWING L1473 25 00 This unique course focuses on the trials and tribulations of interviewing for broadcast Examine voice, projection and articulation, preparation, the premterview and the modus operandi — how to make the most of it Different styles of interviews will be examined Students should have a tape recorder at their disposal A radio station session will be conducted (McMorrow) Mon , Feb 10 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 4 weeks POETRY INTRODUCTION L1474 55.00 This course is intended to augment English Literature studies or may be enjoyed for its own sake You will examine the poetry of Yeats, Wordsworth, Eliot and others (Odendaal) Tues , Jan 21 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 10 weeks Emphasis is upon conversation and basic understanding of how English works Rudimentary writing and reading skills will be taught and enhanced (Lee-MacArthur) Tues & Thurs, Jan 21 Langara 6 00-8 00 p m 8 weeks CONVERSATIONAL SKILLS IMPROVEMENT FOR ADVANCED ESL SPEAKERS L4353 45.00 Learn the basics of writing advertising copy for use on the radio Topics include industry roles and regulations, creative philosophies, voice selection, emotional involvements, campaigns and slogans and the role of the writer at a radio station Tues , Feb 11 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 6 weeks WRITING SKILLS WORKSHOP 45 00 Explore the fundamentals of writing clear thesis, coherent structure, and clean, appropriate sentencing You approach the writing tasks in stages — taking notes, writing, and revising — and you examine each stage in detail Weekly wntmg assignments give you a chance to apply each lesson, m-depth evaluations by the instructor give encouragement and solve individual prob¬ lems Enrollment is limited (W Decle) Tues , Feb 11 KEC 7 30-9 30 p m 6 weeks WRITERS CO-OP L1478 20 00 Be stimulated by your peers, share success with them For those who write fairly regularly — attend sessions of script reading and mutual criticism, exchange news items about markets, contests, conferences, etc , for both poetry and prose (Neville) Mon , Jan 20 Langara 7 30-9 30 p m 10 weeks WRITING FORMULA ROMANCES L1479 35 00 Learn to write novels as a business, to get started on market research Study different lines (Harlequin, Silhouette, Ecstasy, etc) plan your novel (sweet, sexy, etc), submit your manuscript and explore the need for an agent For experienced writers and novices Limited enrollment Bring a bag lunch (Novik) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 9 30 a m - 3 30 p m 1 day CANTONESE CONVERSATION LEVEL 1 Mon , Jan 20 L4902 (Tsai) 6 00-8 00 p m Thurs , Jan 23 L4903 (Tsai) 8 00-10 00 pm ENGLISH WRITING SKILLS IMPROVEMENT L4354 45 00 Thurs , Jan 23 L4905 (Lu) 6 00-8 00 p m Sat, Jan 25 L4906 (Tsai) 9 30 a m - 12 00 p m Learn how to write more fluently, skillfully and correctly This introductory course stresses organization, sentfence structure, word choice, spelling and punctuation (Martin) Thurs, Jan 23 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks ESL INTERMEDIATE LEVEL L4355 90.00 Designed for students who have a fairly good knowledge of English Develop conversation, reading and writing skills (Quirk) Tues & Thurs, Jan 21 Langara 6 00-8 00 pm 8 weeks ESL PRONUNCIATION WORKSHOP I L4356 22.00 A pronunciation course for advanced ESL students Basic structure of the tongue and mouth will be taught along with the actual physical production of sounds The international phonetic alphabet will also be explained There will be actual classroom practice (Quirk) Sat, Feb 22 Langara 9 30 a m - 4 30 p m 1 day ESL PRONUNCIATION WORKSHOP II L4357 22.00 A course designed for those students who have already taken Pronunciation WORKSHOP I More work will be done on phonetic transcription and specific pronunciation problems of different language groups There will also be actual classroom practice (Quirk) Sat, Mar 22 Langara 9 30 a m - 4 30 p m 1 day Join Ian Slater, best-selling author of FIRESPELL, SEA GOLD & AIR GLOW WRITE AN EFFECTIVE RADIO COMMERCIAL L1476 50 00 Beginners should register for Level 1 Students with minimal knowledge may find Level 2 more appropriate Level 3 students should be reasonably fluent in the working language All Language classes are held at Langara Designed for students who are already fluent in English but would like to improve their pronunciation and their ability to discuss current ideas, topics of interest and issues (Quirk) Tues, Jan 21 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks WRITING A NOVEL L1475 50.00 RED tn a writing workshop for those who have never written a novel but would like to, and for those who are presently working on a manuscript Find out how to write the first draft, polish this to a finished manuscript, and what to do regarding agents and publishers Limited enrollment (Slater) Sat, Feb 22 Langara 10 00 a m - 3 00 p m 1 day LANGUAGES ENGLISH UPGRADING* 90.00 These courses are designed for students at the post-secondary level who require additional training in the fundamental skills of reading and writing Courses cover both oral and written communication with emphasis on composition If you have a below standard score on the ENGLISH PLACEMENT TEST, you will be directed to take this course before re-wntmg the EPT to improve your score This course does not carry transfer credit to other institutions (Various instructors) Jan 13, Langara 3 30-5 30 p m 8 weeks Mon & Wed (ESL) L4375 6 00-8 00 p m 8 weeks Mon & Wed (ESL) L4376 6 00-8 00 p m 8 weeks Mon & Wed (ESL) L4377 8 weeks 8 00-10 00 p m Mon &Wed (ESL) L4378 Jan 14, Langara 3 30-5 30 p m 8 weeks Tues & Thurs (ESL) L4379 6 00-8 00 p m 8 weeks Tues a Thurs (NS) L4380 L4381 6 00-8 00 p m 8 weeks Tues a Thurs (ESL) "ESL — English as a Second Language NS — Native Speaker English Placement Test Langara Campus Saturday, 8, 1986 TEACHING ENGLISH AS A Sat, Jan 25 L4904 (Lai) 9 30 am -1200 pm CANTONESE CONVERSATION LEVEL 2 CANTONESE CONVERSATION LEVEL 3 Sat, Jan 25 L4907 (Lu) 9 30 am - 12 00 pm FRENCH CONVERSATION LEVEL 1 Mon , Jan 20 L4910 (Visscher) 6 00-8 00 p m Tues, Jan 21 L^911 (Hassame) Wed , Jan 22 L4912 (Visscher) Thurs , Jan 23 L4913 (Hassame) Sat, Jan 25 L4914 (Visscher) 8 00-10 00 p m 8 00-10 00 p m 8 00-10 00 p m 9 00-11 00 a m FRENCH CONVERSATION LEVEL 2 Mon , Jan 20 L4915 (Visscher) 8 00-10 00 pm 8 00-10 00 pm Tues , Jan 21 L4916 (Visscher) Thurs , Jan 23 L4917 (Visscher) Sat, Jan 25 L4918 (Visscher) 6 00-8 00 p m 11 00 a m - 1 00 p m FRENCH CONVERSATION LEVEL 3 Wed , Jan 22 L4919 (Visscher) 8 00-10 00 pm GERMAN CONVERSATION LEVEL 1 Tues , Jan 21 L4920 (Kieswetter) 8 00-10 00 pm Thurs , Jan 23 L4921 (Kieswetter) 6 00-8 00 p m Sat, Jan 25 L4922 (MartmMendonca) 9 30 a m - 12 00 p m GERMAN CONVERSATION LEVEL 2 Mon , Jan 20 L4923 (Willmer) 6 00-8 00 pm Wed , Jan 22 L4924 (Von Hahn) 8 00-10 00 pm Sat, Jan 25 L4925 (Kieswetter) 9 00-11 00 am GERMAN CONVERSATION LEVEL 3 Sat, Jan 25 L4926 (Kieswetter) 11 00 a m - 1 00 p m ITALIAN CONVERSATION LEVEL 1 Tues , Jan 21 L4929 (Visscher) 6 00-8 00 pm ITALIAN CONVERSATION LEVEL 2 Thurs , Jan 23 L4930 (Visscher) 8 00-10 00 pm 65.00 10 weeks 10 weeks 8 weeks 65.00 10 weeks 8 weeks 65.00 8 weeks 65.00 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 65 00 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 65 00 10 weeks 65 00 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 65 00 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 65.00 10 weeks 65.00 10 weeks 65.00 10 weeks Textbook required Italian Level 1 - Buongiorno BBC1 Italian Level 2 - Buongiorna BBC2 JAPANESE CONVERSATION LEVEL 1 Mon , Jan 20 L4932 (Iwama) 8 00-10 00 pm Tues , Jan 21 L4933 (Hanagata) 6 00-8 00 pm Wed , Jan 23 L4934 (Shimada) 6 00-8 00 pm Sat, Jan 25 L4935 (Okabe) 9 30 am - 1200 pm JAPANESE CONVERSATION LEVEL 2 Tues , Jan 21 L4936 (Hanagata) 8 00-10 00 pm Wed , Jan 22 L4937 (Iwama) 6 00-8 00 pm Thurs , Jan 23 L4938 (Hanagata) 8 00-10 00 pm Sat, Jan 25 L4939 (Hanagata) 9 00-11 00 a m SECOIP LAiGUASE JAPANESE CONVERSATION LEVEL 3 ESL TEACHING TECHNIQUES 120.00 JAPANESE FOR TRAVEL AND CULTURE A practical course in ESL classroom teaching techniques for practising ESL teachers, those entering the field or planning to teach abroad Topics include developing aural/oral skills, writing, using dialogues, improving pronunciation, using rote playing, grouping and using A/V equipment Enrollment is limited to 25 (M Tnvisano) Tues , Jan 14 or KEC K1490 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks Thurs, Jan 16 KEC K1491 7 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks Wed , Jan 22 L4941 (Hanagata) 8 00-10 00 pm Sat, Jan 25 L4940 (Hanagata) 1100am -100pm JAPANESE FOR INDUSTRY AND HOTEL EMPLOYEES LEVEL 1 Mon , Jan 20 L4942 (Hanagata) 6 00-8 00 p m MANDARIN CONVERSATION LEVEL 1 Thurs , Jan 23 L4943 (Chao) 6 00-8 00 pm 65.00 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 8 weeks 65.00 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 65 00 10 weeks 65.00 10 weeks 65.00 10 weeks 65 00 10 weeks 14 MANDARIN CONVERSATION LEVEL 2 65.00 Thurs , Jan 23 L4944 (Chao) 8 00-10 00 pm 10 weeks MANDARIN CONVERSATION LEVEL 3 85 00 Sat, Jan 25 L4945 (Chao) 9 30 am -1200 pm 8 weeks Textbook required Mandarin Level 1 - Elementary Chinese Reader Book 1 Mandarin Level 2 • Elementary Chinese Reader Book 2 Mandarin Conversation SPANISH CONVERSATION LEVEL 1 65.00 Mon , Jan 20 L4949 (Daudet) 6 00-8 00 p m 10 weeks Tues , Jan 21 L4950 (Uriol) 8 00-10 00 p m 10 weeks Wed , Jan 22 L4951 (Devescovi) 6 00-8 00 p m 10 weeks Sat, Jan 25 L4952 (Daudet) 9 30 a m - 12 00 p m 8 weeks SPANISH CONVERSATION LEVEL 2 Tues , Jan 21 Wed , Jan 22 Thurs, Jan 23 Sat, Jan 25 L4953 (Uriol) L4954 (Daudet) L4955 (Uriol) L4956 (Uriol) 6 00-8 00 p m 8 00-10 00 p m 6 00-8 00 p m 9 30 a m - 12 00 p m 65.00 10 weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks 8 weeks COOKING THE JEWISH WAY L1622 60 00 HOW THE BUDGET CHANGES AFFECT Learn the art of Jewish cooking — from Matzo Balls to Blmtzes A variety of dishes, including Jewish festival cooking, will be prepared exploring Ihe two major Jewish culinary traditions — Askanazi-European, as well as Sephardic-Middle Eastern/Oriental $15 00 discount for J C C members To register phone 324-5322 (Grace Robin) Jewish Community Centre, 950 W 41st Avenue Mon , Feb 10 7 00-9 00 p m 6 sessions YOUR R R S.P. 25.00 A CULINARY TOUR FOR CHINESE FOOD ENTHUSIASTS V1623 30 00 INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL PLANNING K1706 15.00 Learn the history and development of Chinese cooking, regional differences and how to order The first class is a seminar, the next three are held in Chinese restaurants each with a distinctly different cuisine Restaurant expenses are extra — approximately $8 00 per meal Ms Chang is author or The Guide to Vancouver's Chinese Restaurants (Ginger Chang) Thurs, Feb 6 V VI 6 30-8 30 p m 4 weeks THE DYNAMICS OF EAST-WEST CULTURES L1624 25.00 Clarify the new Registered Retirement Savings rules Topics include the new contribution limits, the investment vehicles that are most advantageous to have inside your R R S P , what investments are allowed in your plan and what to do with your plan at the time of deregistration Wed, Jan 29 L1704 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 1 session Wed, Feb 19 K1705 KEC 7 00-10 00 pm 1 session This seminar, which is intended to be taken in conjunction with "Advanced Financial Planning", will help you build a financial program from the ground up Learn to review and analyze your net worth, develop an effective budget and analyze various tax planning and investment strategies (D Hodgms) Tues , Feb 4 KEC 7 00-9 30 p m 1 session STRATEGIC INVESTMENT IN BLUE CHIP STOCK 45 00 Learn to invest wisely m bluechip stocks with a simple Do-lt-Yourself invest¬ ment and bookkeeping system designed for beginners and small investors Materials include the instructor's recently published book titled, How to Make Money in Blue Chip Stock, Hancock House, and numerous worksheets ARABIC, DUTCH, FINNISH, GREEK, HINDI-PUNJABI, KOREAN, NOR¬ A look at Eastern and Western table cultures for home entertainers and indivi¬ duals interested m Pacific Rim business ventures Chmaware, stemware, silverware and hnen will be analyzed for their esthetic and practical qualities and investment buying tips will be discussed Learn the do's and don'ts of Eastern and Western dining culture (V Johannson) Sat, Feb 1 Langara 9 30 a m - 3 30 p m 1 day WEGIAN, PROTUGUESE (Levels 1 & 2), SWEDISH & UKRAINIAN A GASTRONOMIC TOUR OF CHINATOWN VI625 35 00 STRATEGIES K1708 25.00 Sat, Jan 25 Langara 9 30 am -12 00 pm 8 weeks A one-day class featuring a 2 hour morning lecture on the food and culture of China, morning pastries, a dim sum brunch and a walking tour of the food Course will clarify different investment objectives and the steps involved in structuring a balanced stock portfolio Emphasis on investment vehicles which address growth, income, safety or principal and liquidity (Pia Schmdler, Diana Costam) Wed, Mar 12 KEC 7 00-10 00 pm 1 session SPANiSHA CONVERSATION LEVEL 3 65 00 Sat, Jan 25 L4957 (Uriol) 12 00 am - 2 30 pm 8 weeks SATURDAY LANGUAGE CLASSES 65 00 Level 1 conversation ciasses are also available in the foliowmg languages lilUE^Wli" TASTING Conducted by wine consultant Paul Warwick one of the founding members of the B C Chapter of the International Society of Wine Educators Mr War¬ wick is a celebrity chef and cookbook author ADVANCED WINE APPRECIATSON K1600 40.00 Designed for those who want to know MORE about the intricacies of wine Participants will gam an increased understanding of the importance of balance, acidity & finish and the many characteristics of red, white & sparkling wines Limited to 20 participants — enroll early Wed , Jan 15 & 22 KEC 7 30-930 pm 2 sessions FAMOUS WINES OF FRANCE - BORDEAUX K1601 24.00 En|oy what are probably the greatest red wines in the world From the Medoc & Saint Emiiion, to Sauternes and Pomerol Taste the Cabernet Sauvignon that make this area famous French cuisine will be served Wed, Jan 29 KEC 730-930 pm 1 session CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING WINES K1602 23.00 En|oy an evening with "Bubbly" Sample champagne and sparkling wines of the world Sweet, dry, light & full Mumms, Heidsieck, Asti Spumante, Henkel, Codormu and more Wed, Feb 12 KEC 7 30-9 30 pm 1 session THE BARGAIN WINES OF THE WORLD - A GUIDE TO INEXPENSIVE, GOOD VALUE WINES K1603 17.00 There are some great bargains sitting on the shelves of wine stores in B C , Alberta, and Washington state With the fluctuation of wine stock inventories, international currencies and mass market whims, some good, inexpensive wines often get overlooked by wine buyers Participants will taste and com¬ pare a variety of inexpensive white and red wines Food will be served Wed , Mar 5 KEC 7 30-9 30 p m 1 session GEWURZTRAMINER "APPETIZER TO DESSERT" K1604 20 00 From the Alsace area of France and Germany comes the grape which makes the spicy wine that is so often misunderstood This wine is now being pro¬ duced in almost all of the wine producing countries including France, Ger¬ many, Italy, U S A & Canada Dry, sweet and rich wines will be featured This course will change your mind about these tantalyzmg and delightful wines1 Food will be served Wed, Mar 12 KEC 7 30-9 30 p m 1 session AUSTRALIAN WINE TASTING & APPRECIATION K1605 39 00 One of the most overlooked countries in the world wine market today is AUSTRALIA Taste wines from the areas of Borossa, Hunter, Murray, Coonawarra and Mudge A DEFINITE MUST for those seeking a new wine experi¬ ence Food will be served Wed , Mar 19 & 26 KEC 7 30-9 30 p m 2 sessions CALIFORNIA WINE TOUR K1606 750 00 A four day tour of the Napa and Sonama Valleys in June of 1986 Please call 875-8200 for further information GOURMET PURSUITS ART OF ENTERTAINING L1620 50 00 Entertaining with style, how to plan and organize with confidence and still feel relaxed and enjoy the party Lots of practical information for the perfect host-to-be about menu planning, table settings, glassware, wine and liqueur selection, wine tasting, etiquette and napkin folding (R Bezemer) Mon , Feb 3 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 6 weeks CHICKEN DELUXE L1621 40 00 Learn various methods of cooking chicken^ The course covers debomng, stuffing, breading, deep frym, and various sauces a la Francaise to accent your dish (Gagnon) Tues , Jan 28 Langara 7 00-10 00 p m 4 weeks shops Food included (Ginger Chang) Sat, Mar 15 VVI 10 00 am-4 00 pm 1 day AN INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE FOOD L1626 45.00 A classroom session will present an overview followed by dinner at three Japanese restaurants specializing in different types of Japanese food Learn those aspects of the culture and manners of Japan as they affect the prepara¬ tion, presentation and table etiquette of the Japanese Restaurant costs are extra The instructor has lived in Japan for 6 years, and has recently led successful group tours from Vancouver to Japan Thurs, Feb 13 Langara 7 00-9 00 pm 4 sessions SATURDAY BRUNCH 12 00 Learn to cook Delightful Breakfasts' From appetizers to egg dishes, such as Scottish Eggs, Eggs Janette, Eggs in a Nest (Gagnon) Sat, Jan 25 LI 627 Langara 1100am '200 pm 1 session Sat, Feb 15 L1628 Langara 1100am -200 pm 1 session (D Tan) Wed , Mar 12 Langara 7 00-9 00 pm 4 weeks INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES AND OPTIONS AND FUTURES ¦ AN INTRODUCTION TO TRADING V1709 16.00 Provides a practical approach to trading m the options and futures markets and explain the complexities and terminology involved Mon, Jan 20 VVI 600-10 00 pm 1 session PERSONAL INVESTMENT STRATEGIES FOR CURRENT ECONOMIC TRENDS VI710 20 00 Intended for the personal investor, you will examine the current investment climate and the major economic theories affecting government behaviour and economic forecasting Will assist investors in developing suitable invest¬ ment strategies for the 1980's Wed, Jan 22 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 2 sessions PERSONAL MONEY MANAGEMENT. A TASTE OF NATURE COOKING AND NUTRITION 75.00 Emphasis is on vegetarian cooking within a total balanced diet Lectures on latest scientific findings plus demonstrations and tasty samples each night Topics include "the protein myth", breakfast, sugar, problems people face (rv becoming vegetarians, and more (Materials Fee — $12 00, includes work¬ book, recipe booklets and samples ) (E Kantymir) Thurs , Jan 23 L1629 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 6 weeks DINNER AND THE OPERA V1630 39 00 Enjoy dinner at J J's restaurant followed by the Vancouver Operas presenta¬ tion of The Barber of Seville, 5 45 p m Tues , Jan 21 VVI The Magic Flute, 5 45 p m Tues , Mar 11 VVI Carmen, 5 45 p m Tues , May 6 VVI During dinner the opera plot, characters, setting and special features will be discussed A perfect evening for those new to opera who have been "afraid to ask" Price includes dinner and ticket to opera PERSONAL 1IVESTMEIT ADVANCED FINANCIAL PLANNING K1700 25.00 Looking for financial independence at an earlier age7 This class, designed to be a logical follow-up to "Introduction to Financial Planning", includes an in-depth review and analysis of your financial affairs with specific emphasis on advanced financial planning techniques in money management, risk management, investment planning and analysis, proven tax planning strate¬ gies and retirement planning (D Hodgms, Chartered Financial Planner) Tues , Mar 4 KEC 7 00-9 00 p m 2 sessions DEALING IN REAL ESTATE V17Q1 65 00 A thorough examination of all aspects of real estate transactions for residen¬ tial property, with emphasis on laws, financing, construction, and how to determine value Wed , Jan 22 VVI 7 00-9 30 p m 7 sessions ECONOMICS EXPLAINED V1702 45 00 For those with little or no knowledge of economics Gain a non-technical base of economic ideas and theory, and foster a clearer understanding of the general economy Mon , Jan 20 VVI 7 00-9 30 p m 7 sessions FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE IN RETIREMENT K1703 20 00 Whether you're presently retired or planning to retire in the future, this Vs day seminar should be in your plans Examine a number of non-financial areas including pre-retirement planning, successful handling of the transition period, analyze your net worth, retirement income needs, government pen¬ sion plan options, RRSP/RRIF/annuity options, investment strategies and inflation protection (D R Hodgms) Sat, Feb 1 KEC 9 00 am-100pm 1 session IMPLICATION OF THE NEW BUDGET V1711 16.00 Examine the investment opportunities offered by recent budget prpoosals and how these changes affect the direction of personal investing, new rules concerning RRSP's and retirement planning Thurs, Jan 23 VVI 7 00-9 00 p m 2 sessions STOCK MARKET ANALYSIS BY COMPUTER V1712 25 00 Learn computerized investment techniques using in-class demonstrations and examines the features and benefits of existing investment software, allowing the student to more efficiently analyse pertinent investment data Tues, Feb 11 VVI 7 00-10 00 pm 2 sessions STOCK MARKET INVESTING V1713 70 00 An introductory course for persons who wish to learn the operations of the stock market and how to analyze stock market investments Tues , Jan 21 VVI 7 00-9 30 p m 10 sessions INTRODUCTION TO THE STOCK MARKET K1699 25.00 Join the 11% of Canadians who invest in the stock market' Learn market terminology and the various investment vehicles available, bonds, common shares, preferred shares and warrants Explanations of interest income, dividend income, capital gams and their implications to the investor are included (P Schmdler, D Costam) Tues, Mar 25 KEC 7 00-10 00 pm 1 session UNDERSTANDING BASIC PRINCIPLES OF TRADING ON THE VANCOUVER STOCK EXCHANGE 40.00 Introduction to venture capital investments from evaluations of prosepectuses and statements of materia! facts to technical analysis for timing of trades Emphasis will be on charting and interpreting trading patterns Individual portfolios will be compiled (K Tang) Mon , Feb 10 Langara 7 00-9 00 pm 6 weeks WOMEN AND INVESTING K1715 25.00 (AN INTRODUCTION TO THE STOCK MARKET) This course has been designed for women who want to make conservative investment decisions for themselves yet lack basic knowledge of the stock market and investment terminology Learn the regulations concerning spousal Registered Retirement Savings Plans and Registered Education Savings Plans Topics include bonds, preferred shares, common shares, warrants, mutual funds, and financial planning Wed , Mar 19 KEC 7 00-10 00 p m 1 session SELF DEFENCE WOMEN FIGHT BACK! — LEARN VERBAL AND PHYSICAL SELF-DEFENCE 25.00 Offers females aged 12 to 50 skills necessary to protect themselves both verbally and phystcally in uncomfortable, threatening and dangerous situations. Learn personal safety iechmqyes, daily prevention routines, useful combinations of releases and techniques {C. Momfngstar) Mon, Feb. 10 K.E-C, K\724 7 00-9:30 p.m. 4 weeks Sat,; Feb-15 K E.G. Kt725 9.30 a.m. - 3:30 p m. 1 session 15 TRAVEL TOURS NATURAL HISTORY TRAVEL TOURS THEATRE — HISTORY TOUR OF LONDON AND EAST ANGLIA 2,245 00 Join writer, lecturer, broadcaster Alan Tapper on this exciting theatre and history tour of London and East Anglia Included will be visits to the sites of the first English speaking theatres and behind the scenes visit to con¬ temporary theatres Stay will include seven nights in London and six nights in an English market town where the group will visit many of the historical sites in the sourroundmg areas Cost includes Vh days in Pans, 4 plays, accommodation, breakfasts, return airfare, train travel and transfers Optional extensions are possible ORIENTATION A session will be available before departure TOUR April 12 - 26, 1986 V c C.'s SECOND HISTORIC AND CULTURAL TOUR OF JAPAN 2,485 00 Japan in glorious spring bloom1 In Tokyo you will shop m the Gmza District, eat and drink in Asakusa, tour the electronics market at Akihabara, visit the Imperial Palace and see the Great Buddha of Kamakura In the former capital of Kyoto, you will visit temples and palaces shrouded with thousands of years of history You will visit the ancient city of Nara and the castle city of Himeji Travel to Hiroshima to visit the Peace Park Museum and visit the Feudal Period Garden Included are airfare, Japanese rail passes, hotel accommodation, transfers from/to airport in Japan and Kyoto/Nara bus tour Optional day trips to Kamakura and Tokyo Disneyland are available Tour features lectures by host, David Smith, V C C instructor who has lived in and studied Japan extensively Three orientation sessions before departure — Thursday, 10, 17, 24 April, 1986 For tour information contact Bob Gallacher, Canada World Travel, 872-0355 or Wayne Decle, Continuing Education, K E C , 875-8200 May 3-17, 1986 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES TOUR TO JAPAN 2,650.00 This 16 day tour has been planned specifically for members of the business community who wish to explore the possibilities and potentiality of conducting business between Canada and Japan Participants will be accompanied on a typical business trip with the addition of opportunities to meet and discuss their potential or actual business matters with experts on the spot such as the commercial attache at the Canadian Embassy and representatives of major Japanese trading organizations Visits are planned to the major trading organizations including The Japan Export Trade Organization (JETRO), Toyko Trade Centre, Japan General Merchandise Promotion Centre, Manufactured Imports Promotion Organization (MfPRO), World Import Mart and a major trading company (Shogo Shosha) The tour schedule permits visits to a major Trade Fairs in and near Tokyo and Osaska The tour leader will be Peter Miller a long term resident of Japan (6 years) and VCC lecturer on Orientation courses to Japan for businessmen and professionals intending to take up work in Japan For more information call VCC Continuing Education at 875-8200 Dates May 11-26, 1986 ''iMmCMJRSE*' . . ) ... , III 1 I.W.I.""..,"! ... . .u 1 ' " —T-*"—<— SECRETS OF LONDON REVEALED^ . „ • - ¦' 20-00 tearo of lirtle-knowft' (and weft-known} .beritags buildings, catheefrats, churcftes a'rid syrragogues, aJso "off-the beaten t/ack" restaurant® missed toy tourists; LowJon pubs, fatnous-and famous east-end music balls,'street markets; London's mterewing canais, historical and confeftiporary theatfes; SMkespeare's Ldn . , non-members €0.00 Capture.Vancouver's nature scenes both on land in Stanley Park and under¬ water at the Vancouver Aqiarium. Covers basic photography tecbniques, halts and equrpmenf for nature photography and is " aimed!' atfieginners Students should have access to a 35rnm stogie lens reflex camera with inlerchangeable' lenses The fnstwctor. Bnn. Larsen, is a. professional phoiographef, a btologist and an aquanst at the. Vancouver Aquarium, ,Thtirs.s.Feb;6" " Acprtp' 7;00-S-.QQ p.m. . ' 4.sessions Fleljd Trrps~1 ' " - ' , Sat j Feb.'tS, March-1 & S^nisrnings1 ¦_ •, WINTER ECOLOGY OF S C. WATERBIRDS K1513 45.00 ident)ficatK>nr'arid the ecology of open ocean and inshore marine birds. Three ptaces, most likely to be of interest to a viartor from' tfie West. An pveryiew- will be given of those aspects oHfre culture, arts and commerce of JajDan which wilt hetp vtsilors to better comprehend the fascinating paradoxes which intrigue and mystify visiters. Survival Japanese- wilT atso be taught Slides and short film will be shown, (P. MiIiers ' ' >" > Sat-^Mar^S , Langara 9,00 a m. - 1:00 p,m- , 20.00 CHINA & TIBET — ROAD TO ADVENTURE 20.00 Little inforroation or hefp is avajlabte once inside China and Tibet for those (ravelling on their own Emphasis is on practical details (visas,-routings, maps and transport, health; etc), how to plan your trip, avoiding problems and pitfalls, making contact (M. Buckley) Bring cortin'butions for pot luck lunch- This-extensiveiy illustrated course focuses oh the bastes of bird biology and lecture sessions cover the btological Information and freid trips to Boundary Bay and Stanley Park offer the chance for tefdsludy>vfth professional guides, Instructors are Gary Kaiser,.Acting Chief ot Migrator^ Birds. Canadtan Wildlife Servrce and lan Robertson, Biological Consultant, Tues., fed ' KEG 7 30-9,30 p rn. - 3 sessions Field Trips: ' * Sat; Feb >ts & 22 _ 8-00 a.m .- 12 00 p m. NATURE IN WINTER K1508 45.00 From shorelines lo mountain tops, learn the natural history and winter adap¬ tations of coaslat forest plants and Vancouver's local animals Three lectufes and two Sunday morning field trips to Mount Seymour are included in the course fnstruetor Alison Watt has spent several seasons as a snowshoe naturalist at Ml. Seymour Michael Buckley is co-author of "CHINA - A TRAVEL SURVIVAL KIT" and Men, Feb. 10 K.EC. 7'00-9'00pm. 3 sessions Field Trips' "TIBET - A SURVIVAL KIT" (Lonely Planet). Sun* Feb 16 & 23 . 8-00 a.m. -12:00 p.m Sat v Feb, 22 Langara , 10.00 a,m - 4 p.m. - 1 session Johnstone Strait teems with life at this time of year — seabirds, bald eagles, seals, sea lions, Dall's porpoise, and mmke, gray and killer whales not to mention the thousands of marine invertebrates which smother the seashores We'll observe whales, listen to their underwater sounds, beachcomb, explore a virgin coastal rainforest and study the sites of abandoned native villages Travel is by chartered bus Lodging provided in guest houses at Telegraph Cove Cost includes bus travel, boat charter, accommodation and food August 29 - September 1 (Depart 11 00 a m , August 29) Orientation Monday, July 28, 8 00 p m Instructors Maria de Jong Westman, Margaret Holm CAPILAN0 COLLEGE EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL coastalGonmefikKisod *, X"'"" i&so t}Onsr'guest speakers included " ' Mon., Feb-. 3 • - Langara 790-8:00 p m - - ' ©weeks Learn abOuWhe different regions of Japan with particular emphasis pn those- Discover the West Coast! Study the seashore, coastal forest and sand dune ecology by way of daily field trips and evening lectures and films A com¬ prehensive look at the flora an dfauna of the west coast Cost includes food, transportation by chartered bus and lodging in school Participants not wish¬ ing to stay in school can arrange reasonable motel accommodation at nearby facilities Instructors include professional biologists and biology teachers at VCC 263-1505 Where's about Such a vast ancfdifferent country'as .China. Course wiil deal With' bow to sleep, travel and buy on very little money SliOe presenta- A TRAVELLER'S ORIENTATION TO JAPAN ~ , 20.00 UCLUELET NATURAL HISTORY WEEKEND K1511 100.00 For full brochures on any of the following tours, please phone Capilano Col*— lege Extension Programs & Services Department at 986-1911, Local 231 EASTER ISLAND/PERU/BOLIVIA - $4,964 00 ADVENTURE TOUR Deposit $225.00 Come and explore Easter Island on horseback, by car and on foot Trace the Inca empire in the highlands of Peru and Bolivia from its mythological beginnings to its last lost city of Machu Pichu See the Indian markets, Inca forts and Sun Temples, sacred stones and the legendary Inca masonry The reed boats of Lake Titicaca, bowler-hatted women and the pilgrimage centre of Copacabana will make memories to last a lifetime Four weeks of travel into cultures that endure and endlessly fascinate Traveller/Photographer Bert Schendel will beyour guide on this extraordinary journey TOUR July 4 to Aug 2, 1986 THE NEW YORK EXPERIENCE 86 Approx $1,800.00 Join Capilano College's 6th Annual New York Experience Enjoy the neigh¬ bourhoods, museums, galleries, sights, monuments and theatres Tour this wonderful city lor the edcucational experience of a lifetime Scheduled tours Metropolitan Museum, Museum of Modern Art, the Guggenheim, the Clorsters, United Nations, Greenwich Village, South Street Seaport, Brooklyn Museum & Botanical Garden, Circle Line Tour of Manhattan Island (a con¬ sistent favourite over the years) Cost includes airfare, accommodation, three plays, bus and boat tours and all scheduled museum entrances Enjoy New York with Rose Naumann, the College's perennial New York Tour TOUR May 12-23, 1986 SUMMER WORKSHOPS IN FRANCE 86 T B A The medieval village of Mantaigut-le-Blanc is the setting for workshops in Photography, Painting, and French Cuisine The village is dominated by the rums of its twelfth-century castle and overlooks valleys rich m vineyards and orchards Plan to attend one or more of these superlative workshops Photography with Gerald Blitstem, photographer and media educator June 1-14, or June 16-29, 1986 Painting with Paul Deggan, sculptor and art educator July 8-29, 1986 French cuisine with Pierre Dubrulle, chef and restauranteur (Le Cous Cous, La Gavroch, Le Magasm) and co-owner with Diana Becker, of The Peine Dubrulle Culinary School Aug 4-17, or Aug 18-31,1986 VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE CREDIT TELECOURSES ' V.C.C./KING EDWARD CAMPUS — Please register at K.E.C. Admissions FLEXIBLE READING TUITION 60.00 SUPPLIES 25.00 A lelecourse for improvetnent of reading, learn to read faster with great comprehension. Telecourse focuses on-reading materials we are constantly exposed to. papers, texts, novels, articles. For College Foundation credit in Reading and Study Skills 077, telecourse students will attend three seminars, and complete extra work on "How to Study" as well as the telecourse assignments THE WRITE COURSE TUITION 60.00 SUPPLIES 40.00 A telecourse for improvement of writing skills Credit for College Foundation course Writing' Skills 087 can be obtained by-telecourse students who successfully complete this course. The telecourse package Is backed by an experienced college instructor 16 CONSUMER AWARENESS PERSONAL ENRICHMENT MONEY: FROM ROMANCE TO REALITY L5270 10.00 This workshop will initiate an exploration of our unconscious attitudes toward money We will discover how our attitudes affect the way we relate to and handle our money By understanding our habitual responses, we will expand the choices available to us and have a greater sense of control and reason in our financial dealings (Templeton) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 2 00-5 00 p m 1 day APPRAISING YOUR OWN HOME L1720 15.00 ALGEBRA II L5255 45.00 Be a wise consumer' Learn useful information on such topics as purpose of appraisals, mortgages and refinancing, condominiums and town houses, the market and cost approach to value when preparing an appraisal (Young) Mon Wed , Jan 20/22 Langara 7 30-9 30 p m 2 days This basic course (similar to Math 11/12) will cover various topics such as Quadratic Equations, Logarithms & Trigonometry Emphasis will be on examples and solutions of problems (Shuen) Thurs , Jan 23 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 8 weeks BUYING A CONDOMINIUM K1721 20 00 ART to WEAR L5256 50 00 PLANNING L5271 50.00 Learn how to use old techniques and embroidery in our modern lifetstyle We will discuss techniques suitable for dresses, accessories or wall hangings Bring a piece of plain cotton, fabric (approx 10 inches square), needle, thread, scissors and lace (if you have any) (Vacek) Thurs, Jan 23 Langara 7 00-9 30 p m 6 weeks You wil learn to examine your attitudes toward money, goal setting, assessing net worth, preparing a budget, maximizing the rate of returns on your savings, moving from saver to investor, basic tax planning, RRSP's and RHOSP's Tues, Jan 21 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks ASSERTIVENESS TRAINING I L5257 45 00 39 AND HOLDING V5282 95.00 Explore the nature and value of assertive behaviour and the role it plays m the development of confidence and self-esteem Here's an opportunity to practise your assertiveness skills in a safe and supportive environment Intended for business women or those who wish to enter the workplace, this unique course will provide skills in personal make-up application, hairstyhng, wardrobe, and colour coordination Students will be required to provide their own supplies and will prepare a personal portfolio This course is intended for the mature woman only (Berge) Sat, Jan 25 VVI 1000 am -100 pm 10 weeks This seminar introduces new buyers to the financial and governmental struc¬ tures of a condominium (strata) corporation — how are by-laws enacted, who controls the corporation, what are an owner's rights, duties and obligations, how to distinguish the good condominiums from the poor ones (Gerry Fanaken) "Sat, Feb 8 KEC 9 00 am-12 00 pm 1 session CONDOMINIUM OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT K1722 20 00 Many condominium owners find themselves elected to the strata council and have difficulty understanding the duties and obligations of a board member Learn the key aspects of condominium operations (G Fanaken) Sat, Feb 22 KEC 9 00 am-12 00 pm 1 session "SATELLITE RECEIVING FOR HOME ENTERTAINMENT" K1723 20 00 A broad mix of satellite signals now offer a range of programming including movies, sports, news, children's shows, weather, public affairs and playboy features "EARTH STATIONS" such as satellite dishes are being marketed for personal home use, multiple occupancies and even for commercial mhouse buildings Learn what the consumer should know to evaluate this type of entertainment (D Cahill) Tues.Feb 11 KEC 7 00-9 00 pm 1 session LAW (Hall) Wed, Jan 22 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks ASSERTIVENESS TRAINING II L5258 40 00 ASTRONOMY I L5259 45.00 Experience a tour of the cosmos Topics include cosmology, our place in time and space, the galaxies, the stars, novae, pulsars, the solar system, comets, meteors, use of star charts etc Field trips to the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory (travel costs extra) and a presentation at the Planetar¬ ium are part of this course (Van Luven) Tues, Jan 14 Langara 6 00-8 00 pm 6 weeks ASTRONOMY II L5260 45.00 Learn to buy a house and avoid common pitfalls in this complicated transaction Topics are the role of the real estate agent, what to look for when signing the interim agreement, understanding mortgages, insurance, and closing the deal Wed, Feb 12 KEC 700-900 pm 1 sess Topics include the planet that fell from the centre, a history of astronomy, cosmology, the future of the universe, relativity, the twin paradox and the bent universe, space travel, the colonization of space etc Included are field trips to the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory (travel costs extra), The Tnumf Meson Facility and the Planetarium (Astronomy I is recommended but not essential) (Van Luven) Tues.Feb 25 Langara 6 00-8 00 pm 6 weeks IN MATRIMONIAL AND COMMON-LAW RELATIONSHIPS K1731 20.00 Learn the current law with respect to the above Workshop stresses how the court determines the best interests of a child, how factors such as length of marriage and employment history of a spouse affect the quantity of maintenance and property division (S Richter) Feb 20 KEC 700-1000 pm 1 session DO IT YOURSELF DIVORCE K1732 25.00 Learn to obtain a simple divorce without a lawyer Includes basic divorce laws and preparation of documents for court appearance The instructor is a Vancouver lawyer who practices family law Thurs, Feb 13 KEC 7 00-9 00 p m 1 session LANGUAGE ARTS-JEWISH STUDIES Classes will be held at the Jewish Community Centre, 950 W. 41 st Ave. For further information contact the JCC 266-9111. Hebrew classes will follow the "Habet U'Shma" method of instruction utilizing audio-visual techniques Bring a cassette recorder to class All courses begin the week of January 27 Register at first class 7 00 p m Tuition $40/person, $l0/student, $70/couple, per eight week session ALEPH L4801 For those with little or no knowledge of Hebrew Students will learn simple Hebrew conversation Reading and writing will be introduced m the latter weeks of the course (Hofman, Ben Ron, Ehraz) Mon , Jan 27 7 30-9 30 p m 8 weeks Tues,Jan 28 7 30-9 30 pm 8 weeks BET L4802 A continuation of aleph level Hebrew For students with elementary skills, the level requires knowledge of the Hebrew alphabet with basic conversation (Myra Michaelson) Wed , Jan 23 7 30-9 30 p m 8 weeks GIMMBEL L4803 Intermediate Hebrew conversation, reading and writing (Fuchs) Thurs , Jan 30 7 30-9 30 pm 8 weeks DALET L4804 Advanced Hebrew Students should have a good knowledge of Hebrew conversation, reading, and writing (Hoffman) Wed , Jan 29 7 30-9 30 p m 8 weeks CHUG L4805 A conversation class for people with an advanced level of Hebrew and wishing to practice and expand their skills in an informally structured setting Thurs , Jan 30 7 30-9 30 p m 8 weeks YIDDISH L4806 Beginners Yiddish will focus on basic conversation, reading, and writing skills in introducing students to European Jewry's "mama-loshen" (Fuchs) Mon , Jan 27 7 30-9 30 p m 8 weeks ORIGINS OF THE ARAB-ZIONIST $30/person CONFLICT L4807 $10/student $50/couple Survey the growth of Arab Nationalism during the 19th century, until the outbreak of World War I, and the emergence of modern, political Zionism at the end of the 19th century, and its achievements until the Great War Mon , Jan 27 8 00-9 30 p m 7 weeks (Templeton) Explore the nature and value of assertive behavior and the role it plays in the development of confidence and self-esteem Here's an opportunity to practice your assertiveness skills in a safe and supportive environment (Hall) Mon , Jan 20 Langara 6 00-8 00 p m 7 weeks LEGAL ASPECTS OF BUYING A HOUSE K1730 20.00 CUSTODY, ACCESS AND MAINTENANCE MONEY MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL BASIC PHYSICS L5261 45 00 This introductory course in Physics covers the basic fundamentals of mechanics with emphasis on examples Topics included to suit student needs (Shuen) Tues, Jan 21 Langara 7 00-9 00 pm 8 weeks CAKE DECORATING THE PROFESSIONAL WAY L5262 40.00 For the beginner to the advanced in cake decorating Learn how to make and apply a variety of icings, use different piping, colour and writing tech¬ niques, colour and writing techniques, flower-making, layout and design, special decorations for birthday and wedding cakes Supply list available at first class (Hirano) Mon, Jan 20 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 5 weeks COMEDY IMPROVISATION L5263 55.00 Designed to free the imagination through the spontaneous use of words, sound and movement Though the emphasis is on basic acting skills, this course is geared to anyone who loves to laugh This course is a good starting point for people who have toyed with the idea of becoming involved in theatre Destgned to-prepare you to write tfte M.O,T, exam /equiredrfor a pflvate ulfralight pilot's license. Areas ofooncsatktton are navigation; theory of flight, deductible frofn cotnpfete training package. For more information call Airflow Ultralight A^ation at 856-4300 drOattim/lhg Eduoatiori, VCC, 875*8200. ' , . , Mat. t8 Ungara- 7,0Q-tO:00 p.m. ^.sessions Be sure toyisit AMtow Ultralighl Aviatfon Open House March 3-8 alHobson Square*Metiia.Gentre. . > THE RENAISSANCE IN FLORENCE & ROME L5277 50.00 Explore the Renaissance in Italy — the transitional periods from the Middle Ages to the Modern era when the Medici, Petrarch, Pope Julius II, Michel¬ angelo and others became key figures (de Haas) Tues, Jan 21 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks TAXATION AND PERSONAL INVESTMENT L5278 35 00 A course to enhance comprehension of Canada's Tax structure Tax reduc¬ tion strategies will be discussed in detail Individuals determined to decrease taxes will benefit most from the course Sample topics Our progressive tax structure, maximizing deductions, the dividend tax credit, Deferrals (RSP's), tax shelters (Waters) Sat, Jan 25 & Sun , Jan 26 Langara 10 00 am -400 pm 2 days TOWARDS AN ACTIVE RETIREMENT L5279 30 00 Mon , Jan 20 Langara 8 00-10 00 pm 8 weeks This workshop deals with lifestyle assessment, pre-retirement planning and retirement You will explore financial planning, time management, health and family relations, opportunities and alternatives in business community service and personal creativity (Kushner) Sat, Jan 25 & Sun , Jan 26 Langara 10 00 am - 330 pm 1 day (Stamm) EMPLOYMENT ORIENTATION FOR IMMIGRANTS 15 00 TRACE YOUR FAMILY TREE WORKSHOP L5280 30 00 A four hour workshop designed for new arrivals who wish to become familiar with the Canadian way of looking for work Topics such as Goal Setting, Resume Preparation, Letters and Job Interviews will be dealt with We will focus on Canadian job search techniques (Pereda) You will complete a personal research plan, utilizing libraries, institutions, obvious and obscure sources, and finding aids You will learn how to solve special problems relating to the country of your "Roots" Extensive hand¬ out material with basic information and filing system will be supplied Bring Sat, Feb 22 Langara L5264 10 00 a m - 3 00 p m 1 day lunch (Leduc) Sat, Mar 22 Langara L5265 10 00 a m - 3 00 p m 1 day Sat, Feb 8 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 1 day FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR RETIREMENT L5266 Free UNDERSTANDING WILLS AND PROBATING ESTATES L5281 20 00 This course includes investing to keep ahead of inflation and taxes while providing income and security of capital, alternatives to annuities, income splitting, spousal loans, and creating an extra $1,000 tax free each year There will also be a discussion on the different types of investment income and the different tax treatment of each type (Moylan) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 10 00 a m - 12 noon 1 day HOME VIDEO TECHNIQUES L5267 70 00 Learn to get more out of your VCR This practical course will show you how to use video like the pros Sharpen your skills and techniques of video produc¬ tion Book requirement of $5 00 not included in course fee (Cooperstone) Wed, Jan 22 Langara 7 30-9 30 pm 10 weeks LEARN TO MEDITATE L5268 10 00 You will learn how meditation can improve your life and bring more joy Each week you will learn new techniques to cover related topics (Runkel) Thurs, Jan 23 Langara 8 00-9 00 p 4 weeks MAKE-UP ARTISTRY - BASIC L5269 40.00 Learn about complexions, features, colours and designs for everyday use Techniques of make-up application will be demonstrated and practiced Bring your daily make-up kit (D'Assumpcao) Tues, Jan 21 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 6 weeks This workshop will provide a basic understanding of the components of a valid will and the procedure for probating estates The legal requirements of a valid will and the pitfalls of will-drafting shall be considered In addition, the course will cover the procedure and documentation required for a common probate application One hour lunch break (Cutler) Sat, Jan 25 Langara 9 00 a m - 3 00 p m 1 day PERSONAL INVESTMENT PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT L5272 45 00 This course offers an opportunity to review your finances, assess your priori¬ ties and find out if there is a need to invest You will receive a finance kit, a glossary of common terminology, and practical do's and don'ts about money matters This course is open to anyone wanting to take charge of his money, whether you are a housewife, retiring or retiree, high income earners etc (Vu) Tues.Feb 18 Langara 6 30-9 00 pm 4 weeks INTRODUCTION TO CASINO GAMBLING V5284 30 00 Designed for people considering a trip to Reno or Las Vegas, this course will introduce the student to the casino environment and to games of chance at a basic level Tues & Thurs , Jan 21 VVI 7 00-9 00 pm 3 weeks 4= 17 PSYCHOLOGY OF COLOUR & WARDROBE 20.00 TAI CHJ CHUAN - INTRODUCTION TO L5316 38.00 Learn to plan and coordinate your wardrobe in your personal colours, orga¬ nize your closet, accessorize, and harmonize with your surroundings In¬ cluded is an individual colour analysis based on personality not the seasons, and a personalized colour booklet at a cost of $15 00 Enrollment limited Learn the venerable art which emphasizes the integration of the mind with the body through developing balance, rhythm, speed, body posture, and coordination of body movements Wear casual clothing (Wang) Mon & Wed , Jan 20 Langara 6 00-7 30 p m 4 weeks to 15 One hour lunch break (Hall) YOGA - HATHA 35.00 Sat, Feb 1 Langara L5273 9 30 a m - 3 00 p m 1 day Sat, Feb 8 Langara L5274 9 30 a m - 3 00 p m 1 day RELATIONSHIPS - THE ART OF KNOWING - YOURSELF & OTHERS L5275 20 00 Explore yourself in the context of your relationship We will examine the stages of relationships as well as help you develop communication skills to achieve more satisfying relationships Whether we are dealing with love rela¬ tionships or those among co-workers, the issues that trouble us are often the same (Behsle) Sat, Feb 15 Langara 9 30 a m - 4 00 p m 1 day THE RELIGION OF MAN L5270 ^ 10.00 The Pacific interfalth Citizenship Association believe it is important thai we come to appreciate each other's traditions, background arid heritage, This leelufe series wifi provide an uhdersf&idirig of nrrie religions and ?sn opportumty for a sound evaluatton at the last session. 6 sessicms. (Various, InstpuetOfS) . - - ' - , ' ' r<. - ^ ' , 1, Introduction, to aims ancf objectives of Pacific ipteffaitiit its events' and programs/Sahai faith — dan 21 . 1 1 . 1 " ' ' 2, Buddhism/Christianity — Jan, 28. ' „ „ 3 Hinduism/Islam — Feb, 4- - ¦ ~ ' J ' 4. Juciaisrp/Sikhlsm — Feb.11- '• __ ^ 5• UnitariantsmSoroaslrtarifailfc—Feb. 18 - , - ' 6 General discussson and evaluatton pi series — -Feb. 25, ' -1 Tubs , Jan 21 " Langara 6.0O-S',OO p.m. . 61 SPORT & LEISURE AUTOMOBILE RESTORATION L5301 30 00 Introduces the amateur, who wishes to restore an old car, to evaluating cars as investments, finding specialized information and services, cleaning, dis¬ assembly, examination and repair of major components, doing it yourself or contracting with professionals, protecting your investment for storage, road use or show (Kieselowsky) Mon, Jan 27 Langara 7 30-9 30 p m 5 weeks BACK CARE MADE SIMPLE L5302 15 00 Practical ways to reduce stress on the back during work, exercise and every¬ day living for the person who doesn't have a clue about proper back care Specific exercises will be taught Come and learn how to use your back (Hamilton) Sat, Feb 15 Langara 10 00 a m - 3 00 p m 1 day EXERCISE-INDUCED ALLERGIES L5303 10.00 Increased physical activity can induce specific health problems An under¬ standing of exercise-induced allergies is vital for anyone involved in fitness, especially fitness instructors (Dr Vacek) Sat, Feb 8 Langara 10 00 a m - 1 00 p m 1 day KUNG FU 50 00 WANG-DO KUNG-FU is an ancient Chinese martial art that has perfected the techniques of self-defence By channelling natural energies, it also develops clarity and a harmonious way of living Classes will emphasize flexi¬ bility, self-defence and two man forms (Wang) Tues , Jan 21 L5304 Langara 6 30-8 00 p m 10 weeks Thurs, Jan 23 L5305 Langara 6 30-8 00 pm 10 weeks SCUBA DIVING - OPEN WATER L5306 55 00 This program emphasizes the fun of learning to dive, safely Quality instruc¬ tion and personal attention is assured by small student/instructor ratio Course fee includes 6 evening classroom/pool sessions, 8 open water dives and certification processing Some swimming ability and medical clearance required, as well as some equipment purchase and/or rentals required Please call instructor for details, Chuck Scott 531-2018 Wed , Jan 29 Langara 7 00-11 00 p m 6 weeks SHIATSU I 25 00 A practical, dynamic introduction to this very effective Japanese system of acupressure, with the obiectives of reduced stress and increased physical harmony Reflexology, breathing, and stretching exercises will be incorpor¬ ated Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a mat or blanket Lunch included in course fee (Thomas) Sat, Jan 25 (L5307) Sat, Feb 22 (L5308) Sat, Mar 22 (L5309) Sat, Apr 19 (L5310) Langara 9 30 a m - 4 30 p m 1 day SHIATSU II 25.00 A follow up course to the workshop, to review and expand upon the basic techniques and explore specific applications Completion of any basic work¬ shop a prerequisite Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a mat or blanket (Thomas) Wed , Feb 5 (L5311) Wed , Mar 5 (L5312) Wed , Apr 2 (L5313) Wed , May 7 (L5314) Langara 6 30-9 00 p m 1 day SIMPLIFIED WEIGHT TRAINING FOR EVERY BODY L5315 15 00 Have you ever been intimidated by weights'' Here's a chance for you to find out what weights are all about Participants will be instructed on the proper, easy and fun use of weights for developing good body tone for the normal individual Wear comfortable clothes for exercising (Hamilton) Sat, Mar 15 Langara 10 00 a m - 3 00 p m 1 day Improve your flexibility and your overall health through a total body workout Practice breathing exercises for stretching, flexibility, strengthening and relaxation The aim is the development of both the body and mind for total fitness and well-being (Tnpathi) Beginners Tues, Jan 21 (L5317) Langara 7 30-9 00 pm 7 weeks Sat, Jan 25 (L5318) Langara 10 00-11 30 am 7 weeks Advanced Thurs , Jan 23 (L5319) Langara 7 30-9 00 pm 7 weeks CROSS COUNTRY SKIING L5320 Two excursions to Manning Park during January and February One excur¬ sion to Lac Le Jeune - Jan 31, Feb 1, 2 Pre-ski classroom sessions in¬ cluded For information call 324-5263 SPORTS SCIENCE The following courses provide the scientific base for body movement and sport performance and are designed for coaches, health professionals, athletes, fitness leaders, physical education teachers, and physical activities instructors Expert instruction is provided bysport science educators and researchers Program Co-ordmator Dr Harry Lendvoy B.C. SPORTS AID CORE COURSE 35 00 Study the prevention and proper treatment of sports injuries With the in¬ creased participation in sports, fitness and recreational activities, an accom¬ panying increase in the frequency and types of injuries has been seen If you are working with individuals or groups m the area of physical activity you will benefit from this course (L-endvoy) Sat, Jan 18 L5401 Langara 9 00 am - 400 pm 1 day Tues , Apr 15 & Thurs, Apr 7 L5402 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 2 days FITNESS UPDATE EXERCISE SURVIVAL L5410 10.00 A discussion on recent research findings regarding exercise induced injury experienced by fitness instructors and participants Focus on Biomechanics, Recognition Prevention of common exercise in¬ juries (Dr Harry Lendvoy) Dept of P E Langara Campus Tues , Apr 22 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 1 day NUTRITION & PHYSICAL ACTIVITY... OR CAN YOU "EAT TO WIN'"? L5411 10 00 Topics covered include how (or if) nutrient needs change with in¬ creased activity levels, the special role of carbohydrate, the pre-event meal, and whether or not vitamin/mineral supplements are useful (Dr Susan I Barr, Division of Human Nutrition, Family and Nutritional Sciences, U B C) Thur.Apr 24 Langara 7 00-9 00 pm 1 day ATHLETE'S FEET L5412 10 00 A detailed discussion of the specifications of various exercise foot¬ wear and materials to assist fitness and sport instructors and partici¬ pants in the Evaluation and Selection of an appropriate shoe Topics also include ORTHOTICS and an update on the latest in sports medi¬ cine equipment and supplies Farmer — The Sports Medicine Shop — (Hoos) Racket & Runners Tues , Apr 29 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 1 day TRAINING METHODS FOR RUNNING AND RACING L5413 10 00 An overview of training methods currently used by top competitive runners to optimize performance Whether you are a beginner runner or an experienced racer, it is beneficial to analyze your running objec¬ tives, the physiological and biomechanical Prerequisites for those objectives, and the most current training methods to maximize perfor¬ mance (Robin Carr) M P E Dept of Phy Education - Langara Thurs , May 1 Langara 7 00-9 00 p m 1 day TELEC0LIE6E STRENGTH & FLEXIBILITY MODULE 30 00 TELECOURSES, starting January 1986. You will receive lecture, demonstration, and practical sessions The flexibility component considers the proper principles of exercise, recommended and non-recommended exercises, and sample warm-up routines The strength component examines the principles of program design, technique, safety precautions, and motivational factors Written materials for this module are provided when the course is taken (Various Instructors) Sun , Jan 26 L5403 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 1 day Sun , May 4 L5404 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 1 day brought to you lay the Knowledge Network and TELECOLLEGE (Presented by BURNABY SCHOOL DISTRfCT. CAMOSUN COLLEGE, CAPILANO COLLEGE, DOUGLAS COLLEGE, FRASER VALLEY COLLEGE. KWANTIEN COLLEGE, OKANAQAN COLLEGE, AND VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE) ¦ B.C. SPORTS AID TAPING L5405 100.00 Demonstration and practical taping experience Focus is on taping proce¬ dures for areas of the body commonly injured in exercise and sport Taping supplies are included Enrollment limited Bring lunch (Baker) Sat, Apr 5 & Sun, Apr 6 Langara 9 00 am -400 pm 2 days COACHING CERTIFICATION LEVEL I THEORY 20.00 A nationally recognized certif cate program for coaches Bring lunch (Various Instructors) Sat, Jan 11 & Sun , Jan 12 L5406 Langara 9 00 am -400 pm 2 days Sat, Apr 19 & Sun, Apr 20 L5407 Langara 9 00 am-4 00 pm 2 days COACHING CERTIFICATION LEVEL II THEORY 25.00 Includes training methods, nutrition, psychology of sport, sport injuries and skill analysis Prerequisite "Level I Coaching" All resource materials sup¬ plied Bring lunch (Various Instructors) Fn , Jan 24 L5408 7 00-10 00 pm Sat, Jan 25 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m Sun, Jan 26 Langara 9 00 am-4 00 pm 3 days SPORTS MEDICINE ¦ INTRODUCTION TO L5409 45.00 An introduction to issues and concepts in Sports Medicine with an emphasis on practical application for health professionals, fitness instructors, coaches, and athletes Recognition, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention of common injuries will be discussed Physical activity will be considered in relation to growth and development, nutrition and biomechanical analysis Practical sessions include assessment of fitness components, training methods, and exercise for low back pain Topics requested by course partici¬ pants will be discussed where possible Prerequisite "B C Sports Aid Core Course" or permission of the instructor For further information call 263-5841 (Lendvoy) Mon , Apr 14, 21, 28 & Wed, 16,23,30 Langara 7 00-10 00 pm 6 weeks RECREATION/SPORT TIME MANAGEMENT "SKILLS PROGRAM for MANAGEMENT VOLUNTEERS L5414 20 00 The "Skills Program" is a Canada-wide initiative designed to give voluneerboard members the skills to produce better volunteer programs in Recreation, Sport and Culture The TIME MANAGEMENT module covers myths of time, time savers and wasters, setting goals and priorities, and action plans for "finding time" Fee includes manual and handouts (Dr Brian Pendleton) Sat, Mar 1 Langara 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m 1 day LEARN BY TELEVISION — enjoy a wide safectlon of courses in your tipme, TELECOURSE CONCEPT ' Study eftectiveiy withyogr telecoursa study Wl — a support package may , include a telecoursa study Quids, library -access; for Sexis or or refer references and detailed irtfolramton booklets to i you pian yourtelecourse studies TELECOURSE THEME FEE AC Circuits DC Cifcyits , ' " DC Electronics ¦ 40.00 Wis and Bytes Business of Managemeot" Computer Literacy . - 15,00 Engfish Literature _ Paces of Culture -?- FtexiWe Reading . ' Growing Years Management: PrinciptesffWees- - , - Overview of Uisrature/Aythors 40 00 = Cultures of tha Wofld r, • 25.00 25.00 30.00 ¦ Reading Skills Jmpiwemeni- ;£ariy Childhood Development 30.00 Jn-Oepth Biology , Microprocessors . Computer Technotogy Needlecraft = ; Mew Literacy - - Embroidery Thraugh Knitting Basic to Advanced Corrtpuiar Project .Unrvecse "Sewing Sower , -" . - 25.00 Astronomy" - - - , 25.00 SfeWMg Pof Resufta , ' 2500 : Starting A Busmass Business-Skills . _ 25,00 Toyrrsnv Is-Your Business Voyage - Practicaf Financial Management 35.00 Writs Course Career Life Planning -' ' * , 2500 Effeethre Wntmg' -- ' 25 00 TELESERfES " Informal teiec&irses, teiesenes Offer opportunity to explore many topics through fefevfsion Each teleserles has a Viewer's guide'which transforms the sense into an-excellent casual learning opportunity, Courses available will include' • ENERGY EFFfCJENT HOUSING 6 00 Explore the productive and cost saving .topic of restdentol energy conservation, tips on building andrenovating to create amore energy efficient .house Textbook available through Tefecoilege. MATTER OF TASTE ; 15.00 In the kitchen wrth a gourmet chef and a variety of special guests Classic meals from desserts, salads, entrees,, soups and appetizers, Study guide available with recipes and ^'how to" infortnalion. CREDIT COURSES - COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY TRANSFER CREDIT Details on credit teiecourses and the supporting institutions contact the Tetecollege Consortium office a! 875-8217 or toll-free at 1-800-972-0379 or see the respeet/ve college brochures These 'courses may also ba offered 'on a nonrcredit basis PROGRAM FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED Contact Betty Nobel, 875-6111, Local 443 PROGRAM CONTENT - Literacy through Grade 10 equivalency - English - Math - Special skills training Optacon, Versabraille, Braille, Typing, Computer Literacy/Braille Edit - NEW Evening Courses Sign Language for the Visually Impaired, Understanding the Disabled, Braille Level One METHOD OF INSTRUCTION - Individualized, self-paced ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS - Interview by appointment with Co-ordmator - 18 years of age or out of school one year ENROLLMENT - Continuous enrollment - January-June September-December PROGRAM FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED COMMUNITY Contact Wayne Bottlmger, 875-6111, Local 444 TTY 875-8210 PROGRAM CONTENT KING EDWARD CAMPUS 1155 i. Broadway/ Vancouver METHOD OF INSTRUCTION ENGLISH LANGUAGE TRAINING LEARN ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE - small group, individualized, self-paced At King Edward Campus and at 32 locations around Vancouver For information call 875-6111 YOU CHOOSE TYPE OF INSTRUCTION Classroom Learning Centres One Level Multi-level Home Tutoring General English Specific English TIME OF DAY mornings afternoons lale afternoon evenings ELT Departments 875-6111 Half-Time Vocational College Preparatory English Loc 531 Night School Loc 557 Loc 544 Neighbourhood English Loc 557 School Canadiana Loc 536 Loc 543 also 255-1079 English Language Assessments Audio Lab Computer Lab Library Counselling Field Trips Registration per term/advanced continuous LOCATIONS King Edward Campus — over 100 classes Neighbourhood English Program • Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood House • Collmgwood Neighbourhood Assoc • Douglas Park Community Centre • Downtown Eastside Women's Centre • Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House ® Kitsilano Community Centre • Marpole Oakndge Community Centre • Mount Pleasant Community Centre « O C V Education Centre 8 South Vancouver Neighbourhood House • Sunset Community Centre • West End Community Centre • 411 Senior's Centre • Jewish Community Centre • Strathcona Community Centre • Little Mountain Neighbourhood House • Immigrant Services Centre 9 Chinese Community Library Night School Mount Pleasant Hastings - Interview by appointment with Co-ordinator 18 years of age or out of school one year ENROLLMENT - Day — Continuous enrollment - January-June, September-December - Evening — FIRST WEEK OF JANUARY, and first week of September BASIC EMPLOYMENT SKILLS TRAINING (BEST) Contact Doug Buck, 875-6111 local 450 or admissions PROGRAM CONTENT BEST is an adult re-entry program focussing on job research training It covers three areas • Career counselling • Job skill development • Academic review • Life skills METHOD OF INSTRUCTION • classroom and individualized • some field trips and workshops • no charge for textbooks, provide your own stationery All levels Beginners Intermediate Advanced College Prep Conversation Technical • NO educational requirements • 19 years of age or older ® Consultation with the contact person named above ENROLLMENT • 9 week course, Monday-Friday 9 00-3 00 p m 8 January 20 - March 21, 1986 8 April 1 - May 30, 1986 ADULT BASIC EDUCATION DIVISION Adult Upgrading Courses & Secondary School Equivalency Day & Evening Programs — Full-time and Part-t'me For further information about any of these courses, call the Counselling Career Centre at 875-6111, local 497 or The contact person for the program COLLEGE FOUNDAITON PROGRAM Contact See individual Departments PROGRAM CONTENT « D E RA South Hill ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS WE PROVIDE: Britannia - Literacy through Grade 12 equivalency - English - Math - Science - Life Skills - Speech Reading (special evening course) • Britannia Secondary 8 John Oliver e Killarney Secondary • King George Secondary ® Vane Technical Sec School Canadiana — Chinatown - Grade 9-12 secondary school equivalencies in Business Education, Humanities, Math, Science - Preparation for academic transfer (eg Langara, BCIT) - See individual Departments for course listings METHOD OF INSTRUCTION - group instruction, lab work as required ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS - 18 years of age or out of school one year - College assessment as required or transcript from within previous two years ENROLLMENT - semester enrollment JANUARY, May, July, September ENROL JANUARY 2 FOR THE JANUARY - APRIL SEMESTER BUSINESS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Contact Betty Lowe 875-6111, Local 573 HUMANITIES DEPARTMENT Contact Betty Pletcher 875-6111, Local 571 MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT Contact Jean Cockell 875-6111, Local 575 SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Contact Joyce Jarrett 875-6111, Local 574 BASIC TRAINING FOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT — (B.T.S.D.) Contact Peter Littleboy, office 2112 Barbara Little, office 2087 Starr Owen, office 2089 PROGRAM CONTENT On KEC Campus Adult upgrading ® Level 3 certificate (9, 10 equivalency) • Level 4 certificate (11, 12 equivalency) • Full course or specific skills chosen from Communications Reading, writing, spelling, grammar, listening, speaking, business correspondence, career planning Mathematics Arithmetic, basic algebra, geometry, technical math, business math Science Basic science, first aid, general science, chemistry, biology, physics 8 Preparation for vocational/techmcal/career courses 8 Preparation for GED examination Off campus BTSD Youth 8 Level 3 certificate (9, 10 equivalency) 8 Communication, Math, Science, Canadian studies 8 For students aged 15-17 who have been out of school for one year or have letter from school principal 8 September - June, days ® Britannia Community Centre 1661 Napier Street Contact Russell Porter, 253-4391 local 29 METHOD OF INSTRUCTION 8 individualized, self-paced 8 some workshops, seminars, tutorials, laboratories 8 adapted to your requirements 8 no charge for textbooks, provide your own stationery ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS ® College assessment in Math, reading, writing 8 Consultation with department contact person « 18 years of age or out of school one year • NO transcript necessary ENROLLMENT ® Continuous enrollment January - December • Start as soon as space is available • Fees - full time, $70 month part time, proportionately less BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAM Contact Mary Waddington, 875-6111, Local 475 PROGRAM CONTENT Adult literacy from 0 through Grade 8 equivalency On KEC Campus - English reading, writing S spelling skills - Math adding through percentage - Basic Reading Skills - Morphographic Spelling Off campus - Literacy Class at the First United Church - English - Math METHOD OF INSTRUCTION Group and individualized instruction ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS - 18 years of age or older - fluency in spoken English - Assessment by the Basic Education, Department, appointment made through Counselling Reception, 875-6111, Local 208 ENROLLMENT - Continuous enrollment - Mam registration in -JANUARY , May, July, September TAKE THE FAST LANE TO TRADES TRAINING WITH TRAINING ACCESS OR MECHANICAL TRADES ACCESS! TRAINING ACCESS is a provincial, individualized, competency-based program AtKEC the common core provides a broad first step toward training in mechanical, electrical, piping, carpentry/joinery or metal trades in British Columbia MECHANICAL TRADES ACCESS provides a specific first step designed to provide entry to the following programs at K E C AUTOMOTIVE BODY REPAIR (6 months in length) AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS (8 months in length) DIESEL MECHANICS (12 months m length) A challenge test allows students to proceed quickly to trade specific prerequisite shop activities Monthly intake, with independent learning activities and shop facilities are available Monday to Thursday, Sam to 4 p m and Friday, Sam to 2 p m CHECK YOUR QUALIFICATIONS - You must be at least 18 years old or out of school for at least 12 months (If you are under 18 and have completed Grade 12, you are eligible) - You must have successfully completed Grade 10 or equivalent Contact the Training Access Office for current fees or additional information at 875-6111, local 455 or Admissions at 875-6111, local 703 19 MNCOU^ER COMMUNITY 100 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C V5Y 2Z6 LANGARA CAMPUS 324-5221 Applications: Information and Counselling, are available at: COUNSELLING STUDENT SERVICES CENTRE ; (Jn the main Lobby Area) - LANGARA CAMPUS--:/; . '-tftO'West49ih Avenue424-5221 . •' V "r.- : r 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.'rn.,Monday, - Thursday.. ~ ¦ ¦ "' ' If a.m, to 4 pim.-Friday /" ¦¦ ! - > - ¦- Phone: 324-5221 If you nr# resittoring for the first thne, YOU MUST SEE A COUNSELLOR PRIOR TO REGISTRATION DATES WHICH WHICH ARE; ARE; Thur*., Jan. 2nd, Pft., Jan. 3rd and Mon., Jan. 6th. PLACEMEMT TESTS FEES ENGLISH PLACEMENT TEST TUITION AND HEALTH SERVICES Tests are written on Thursday, January 2nd at 10 a m and 6pm Friday, January 3rd at 1 p m Monday, January 6th at 1 p m Students must bring copies of most recent transcripts of secondary school (or college) marks, assessment and departmental advice will be available immediately afterwards All courses are $25 00 per credit Tuition is $24 67, plus a health services fee of thirty-three cents per credit, bringing the combined total to $25 00 per credit The maximum fee per term, tuition and health services is $375 00 ($370 maximum tuition and $5 00 maximum health services) All students planning to take first-year English courses or Communication courses at Vancouver Community College, Langara Campus must write the English Placement Test The test will be held on Thursday, January 2nd from 10am to7pm There will be a charge of $20 00 for the test STUDENT SOCIETY The English Placement Test is an assessment of English usage and composition ability It is designed to assist B C colleges and universities in placing incoming students in first-year English courses appropriate to their needs English Placement Test scores will be used only for assignment to courses, they will not be used as a basis for admission to the college The B C Student Assistance Program is a comprehensive program of financial aid for full-time post-secondary students At Langara Campus it is administered through the Financial Aid Offices of Student Services For information and application forms phone or come to the Student Services Centre on Campus MATHEMATICS & COMPUTER SCIENCE DIAGNOSTIC/PLACEMENT TESTS EVENING CLASSES $8 00 basic, plus a national student fee of $3 75, plus $3 00 per course to a maximum of $26 75 STUDENT ACTIVITY $1 00 per course to a maximum of $5 00 MATERIALS Some courses (e g Lab, Mathematics, Studio courses, etc) carry a materials fee of $3 00 per credit to a maximum of $36 00 NOTEThe maximum fee payable is $442 75 (tuition plus health services, student society, student activity, and materials see above) PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY TUITION IS INCOME TAX DEDUCTIBLE EARLY IN 1987 YOU WILL RECEIVE AN OFFICIAL FEE RECEIPT FOR INCOME TAX PURPOSES SHOWING ONLY TUITION OTHER FEES WILL NOT BE INCLUDED ON YOUR OFFICIAL RECEIPT FOR THEY ARE NOT INCOME TAX DEDUCTIBLE VISA Register by Phone B. These tests are designed to assess students' knowledge of prerequisite skills and their application A new student does not have to write the Math Diagnostic/Placement Test it he/she - has a recent 'A' grade in Algebra 12 and wants to take Math 171 or, - a recent 'B' grade m Algebra 12 and wants to take Math 153 or, - a recent 'C grade in Algebra and wants to take Math 152 Otherwise the test will be required for all prospective Math 152, 153 or 171 students, and the department's advice, based on the results of the tests, is normally to be followed Students planning to register in Computer Science 135 must write a separate test, unless he/she has completed Math 153, 162 or 171 with a 'C or better grade B C. STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (BCSAP) Remember - you can obtain a complete program of Arts & Science courses in the late afternoon and evening — LANGARA 324-5221 using your VISA VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE CREDIT TELECOURSES V.C.C./LANGARA CAMPUS — Please register at Langara Campus Admissions. FACES OF CULTURE TUITION 83.75 SUPPLIES 47 70 A 3 credit university transfer telecourse m cultural anthropology, equivalent to Anthropology 120 It provides the student with an understanding of human cultural diversity Topics include the nature of culture, how cultures are studied, language and communication, marriage and the family, social stratifi¬ cation, religion and magic, acculturation and child reading, the arts, patterns, of subsistence, and kinship and descent systems ENGLISH LITERATURE II TUITION 83 75 SUPPLIES 43.00 (approx.) A 3 credit university transfer telecourse, equivalent to English 323 It intro¬ duces students to the range and tradition of early English literature, focusing on Chaucer, Shakespeare and Milton Term papers are required PREREQUISITE English 229 or 240, or equivalent CREDIT COURSE REGISTRATION INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE THROUGH TELECOLLEGE AT 875-8217 OR TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-972-0379 20 ARTS & SCIENCE EDUCATION AT LANGARA CAMPUS ACT NOW! TO BEGIN FULL-TIME or PARTTIME DAY OR EVENING Arts & Science studies provide students with an opportunity to take academic courses for which credit can be transferred to many university degree programs. Students can receive a Vancouver Community College, Langara Campus Diploma upon completing two years (four terms) of study. ARTS and SCIENCE COURSES OFFERED Anthropology, Art History, Biology, Canadian Studies, Chemistry, Classical Studies, Computer Science, Economics, English, French, Geology, Geography, German, History, Guided Independent Studies, International Education, Latin, Latin American Studies, Linguistics, Mathematics, Pacific Rim, Philosophy, Physical Education and Recreation, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish, Statistics, Telecourses, Women's Studies (For detailed course descriptions, please consult the Langara Campus calendar) CAREER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT LANGARA CAMPUS ACT NOW!, ALL TRAINING IS NOT THE SAME.... AT LANGARA CAMPUS YOU RECEIVE QUALITY FULL-TIME AND PART- Art-in-Merchandising, Business Admmistrtion, Computer Systems Technologist, Computer Information Systems, Court Reporter, Early Childhood Education, Fine Arts, Food Services, Journalism, Library Technician, Nursing, Pacific Rim Program, Photography, Physical Education & Recreation, Special Education Assistant, Social Service Worker, Theatre Arts TIME CAREER TRAINING REALTY APPRAISAL EVENING PROGRAM (Extended Day Option) This part-time evening program is packaged to include all courses required by the Appraisal Institute of Canada for the C R A and A A C I designations Students must complete the program with a C grade or better for each course to be eligible to apply to the Appraisal Institute of Canada to write the National Comprehensive Examinations EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE equals GOOD JOBS at LANGARA CAMPUS YOU CAN GET BOTH as part of our two year COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS DIPLOMA PROGRAM Enrol now for this JANUARY or MAY Combine four ACADEMIC TERMS with TWO TERMS OF PAID EXPERIENCE, arranged by the VCC Langara Campus, and you'll receive the knowledge to open up job opportunities from micros to minis to mainframe in * APPLICATION PROGRAMMING * SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT * SYSTEMS ANALYSIS and DESIGN * INSTALLATION and USER SUPPORT * COMPUTER SALES * OFFICE AUTOMATION Find out now if you qualify for this unique program Contact Mr J Patterson at 324-5285 JOIN OUR PART-TIME REALTY APPRAISAL EVENING PROGRAM, COOPERATIVE EDUCATION COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS PROGRAM, or NEW RECREATIONAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT PROGRAM. If you wish to keep in step by starting your own Business the small Business Development Program is for you! PACIFIC RIM PROGRAM The Pacific Rim Program is a career program that offers preparatory training for students who may consider future employment in trade, commerce, or professional activities dealing with certain Pacific Rim countries It is a program that has histoncal, cultural, commercial and language skill components, and aims to develop an understanding of and between Pacific Rim cultures Due to the newness of the program, present study is limited to several countries in the Asia/Pacific region EVENING CLASSES RETURN TO LEARN AT NIGHT! Please note that Langara Campus offers the opportunity to begin your education or to resume your education on a part-time basis m a wide range of late afternoon and evening courses Please do not hesitate to call for information about the opportunities that exist for all kinds of students in the evening INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION GUIDED INDEPENDENT STUDY COURSES Langara Campus offers a number of guided independent study courses which use a combination of print materials, cassette tapes, and tutorials These courses, not all of which may be available through G I S every term are English 127, 128 and 229, French 115, 215, 117, 217, 119 and 219, Sociology 120 and 121, Psychology 115 and 215, History 117, Geography 180, and Mathematics 162 and 262 Offcampus students (who will have priority at registration) may take these courses by correspondence, but on-campus students taking regular courses may also enrol The courses are recommended only for students who are confident of their ability to work independently Like all Langara courses they must ordinarily be completed during the semester in which you enrol For further information on the courses or on how to register for them, contact the Student Services office at Langara Campus VCC, Langara Campus, offers a wide range of experiences and opportunities in International Education For the first time this year the college is accepting applications from foreign students who are in Canada on a student visa The fees for such students are designed to reflect the actual cost of the education and are therefore much higher than fees paid by Canadian students The College also offers opportunities for student and faculty exhange with educational institutions in China, Japan, and Macau on a formal basis and with other countries if arrangements can be made NEW POST BASIC PROGRAM EARLY CHILDHOOD: SPECIAL EDUCATION This part time program will meet the criteria for WOMEN'S STUDIES 216 AMAZING FACTS WOMEN VIEW SEX, SANITY, B.C. SPECIAL NEEDS PRESCHOOL SUPERVISOR CREDENTIAL There are a lew spaces still available for January 1986 AND SOCIAL CHANGE January 1986: Interdisciplinary and team taught carries university credit Tuesdays, Jan 7 - April 15, 1986 Mon 6 30-9 30 ECE 417 6 00 p m - 9 00 p m Human Relations Working with Families and Community Resource Persons at the Vancouver Vocational Institute 250 West Pender Street Special Education Program Planning Wed 6 30-9 30 ECE 418 ECE 419 Special Education Practicum 21 LflNCOUyER COMMUNITY MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION 2 95.60 INTERESTED IN LEARNING A LIVING? COME DOWNTOWN Transcribe business and technical reports and correspondence Prerequisite Machine Transcription 1 or equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs TO THE V.V.I. BUSINESS TYPING APPLICATIONS 2 or 3 189 20 50 00 Jan 18 - Apr 12 Sat 900-1200 noon (Electronic Keyboard) Advanced typing through intensive practice to increase typing accuracy and speed on both straight copy and production typing Prerequisite Business Typing Applications 2 Business Typing Applications 1 (40 g w a m ) or the equivalent Prerequisite Business Typing Applications 3 Business Typing Vancouver Id Vocational Institute Applications 2 (50 g w a m ) Jan 21 - Apr 10 Tues/Thurs 600-900 pm^ REQiSTRATION - ' ' ' .. . IN PERSON AT THE REGISTRATION SERVICES OFFICE ON THE MAIM FLOOR USING CHEQUE, CASH OR VISA: . Jan. 2 - Jan. 24 — HOURS: 8.00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Monday to Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p;m., Friday ' - ., /9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Saturdays (Jan. 4th, 11th, and 18th) , PLEASE NOTE THAT courses will be offered based on th© availability of instructors, spacef funding^and a sufficient number INTRODUCTION TO WORD PROCESSING & BASIC WORD PROCESSING APPLICATIONS 189.20 Over 70 hours of hands-on training on ONE of themost sophisticated word processors on the market today OIS, AES Plus, Wang OR IBM word proces¬ sors are available Prerequisite Business Typing Applications 2 (50 g w a m ) Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-4 00 pm Jan 20 - Apr 14 Mon /Wed 6 00-9 00 pm Jan 21 - Apr 10 Tues/Thurs 6 00-900 pm of students. SPACES ARE LIMITED IN ALL COURSES. CLASSES MAY HAVE BEEN FILLED PRIOR TO THE RELEASE OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT, " . ' - ' ' - . mBwmm • For extension course registrations, a prorated refund, less $20.00 will be granted during the first, second and third sessions. No refund will be granted after completion of the third session. Requests for tuition fee refunds by students who have withdrawn will not be accepted if the day of such a claim is MORE THAN ONE MONTH after the last day of attendance. jsmwwmoH < Contact Counselling at 681-8111, Local 220. . ^EQIJWA|J=NT" DfePtNfeO - ' ÿ WORD PROCESSING BASIC INTRODUCTION TO WORD PROCESSING & BASIC WORD PROCESSING APPLICATIONS 189 20 Over 70 hours of hands-on training on ONE of the most sophisticated word processors on the market today OIS, AES Plus, Wang OR IBM word proces¬ sors are available Prerequisite Business Typing Applications 2 (50 g w a m) Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-4 00 pm Jan 20 - Apr 14 Mon/Wed 6 00-9 00 pm Jan 21 - Apr 10 Tues/Thurs 6 00-9 00 pm Students who can present proof of related educational or work experience may be exempt from certain prerequisites. ACCESS EASY ACCESS BY ALRT (Stadium station is close to V.V.J.) or by bus from throughout the lower mainland. Aiso parking is plentiful in nearby lots. . SATURDAY SERVICE: CAFETERIA AND BAKE SHOP ' ' ADVANCED WORD PROCESSING STORED KEYSTROKES, WANG ONLY 95 60 Topics include information processing overview, computer concepts, stored keystrokes, routines and management, input/output, processing procedures, file storage and maintenance, documentation, decision and forms processing Jan 23 - Apr 10 Thurs 6 00-9 00 pm The Cafeteria is open for service from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and the Bake Shop from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p m. SKIN CARE Appointments for Saturday Skincare Service should be made Mon.-Thurs., 8.00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. THE VANCOUVER VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE IS LOCATED AT 250 WEST ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK Role of the secretary in human and public relations, planning and preparing for business meetings, travel arrangements Prerequisite for Secretarial Prac/Proc 1 Business Typing Applications 2 or the equivalent Prerequisite for Secretarial Prac/Proc 2 Secretarial Prac/Proc 1 or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-12 00 noon BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS 2 95 60 SHORTHAND 1 95 60 Develops advanced oral and written business communication skills including spelling, writing letters, memoranda, resumes and job search skills Prerequi¬ site Grade 12 or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 30 00 Jan 23 - Apr 10 Thurs 6 00-9 00 p m Introduction to theory and basic rules of Pitman Shorthand (symbolic system} or Forkner Prerequisite Business Typing Applications 1 or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 60 00 (Requires 2 semesters to complete ) Jan 20 - Apr 14 Mon 6 00-9 00 pm PENDER STREET PHONE: 681-8111 BUSINESS BUSINESS EDUCATION PREPARATION BUSINESS MATHEMATICS AND MACHINES 95 60 Solve basic business math problems, percentage, discounts, excise duties, sales taxes, and metric using the touch system on the electronic calculator Approximate Text/Supplies Costs 10 00 Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-12 00 noon INTRODUCTORY KEY80ARDING 95.00 Develops touch typing techniques to minimum 25 g w a m Proofreading, correction techniques and typewriter maintenance Approximate Text/Supplies Costs 30 00 Jan 22 - Apr 9 Wed 6 00-9 00 p m RECORDKEEPING 95 60 Fundamentals of basic recordkeeping Cash records, Cheques and Bank Reconciliations, Petty Cash Records, Maintenance of office supplies, Mer¬ chandising Procedures Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-12 00 noon TYPING ACCURACY & minimum 7 sessions 56.60 SPEED DEVELOPMENT Full term 189.20 Designed to improve typing speed and accuracy Approximate Text/Supplies Costs 10 00 Jan 21 - Apr 10 Tues/Thurs 6 00-9 00 p m COMPUTER LITERACY 95.60 Basic computer concepts and terminology, the electronics data processing cycle, fundamental word processing steps and practical use of computer equipment Prerequisites Grade 12 or equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 10 00 Jan 23 - Apr 10 Thurs 6 00-9 00 pm BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS 1 95.60 Oral communication techniques, reading and study skills, spelling, punctua¬ tion Prerequisites Grade 12 or equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 35 00 Jan 23 - Apr 10 Thurs 6 00-9 00 pm SECRETARY SECRETARIAL PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES 1 OR 2 95 6CP BUSINESS TYPING APPLICATIONS 1 189 20 SHORTHAND 2 (LAN114) 95.60 Production work including basic letter styles, business letters with special features, centering and tabulation techniques, business forms and reports Prerequisite Typing Accuracy & Speed Development (25 g w a m ) or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 35 00 Jan 21 - Apr 10 Tues/Thurs 5 00-9 00 pm Theory and rules are reviewed, reading, writing and transcription skills are developed A wide range of speed building cassettes is available for individu¬ alized speed development Any shorthand system is accepted for the purpose of speed development Prerequisite Shorthand 1 or equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 60 00 Jan 22 - Apr 9 Wed 6 00-9 00 p m MODERN OFFICE PROCEDURES 95.60 Develop poise and self-reliance in handling and executing complex office duties Attention will be focused on time management, records management and personal development Prerequisites Business Typing Applications 1 or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-12 00 noon TYPING ACCURACY & minimum 7 sessions 56.60 SPEED DEVELOPMENT Full term 189 20 Designed to improve typing speed and accuracy Approximate text/supplies costs 10 00 Jan 21 - Apr 10 Tues/Thurs 6 00-9 00 p m KEYSTROKES AND ACCURACY FOR DATA ENTRY KEY-TO-DISK, MACHINE SET-UP MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION 3 95 60 Transcribe business and technical correspondence and reports Prerequisite Machine Transcription 2 or equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-12 00 noon INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION PROCESSING 95 60 Computer technology, impact of computers in the office, keyboard input and printout procedures Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-12 00 noon ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY AND APPLICATIONS 189 20 SHORTHAND 3 95.60 Training in keyboard knowledge, accuracy and speed development, introduc¬ tion to key-to-disk cluster, enter functions, verification and searches Prerequi¬ site typing 40 g w a m Approximate text/supplies costs 15 00 Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-4 00 p m Transcribe unprepared material composed of both familiar and unfamiliar vocabulary Prerequisite Shorthand 2 or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 60 00 Jan 22 - Apr 9 Wed 6 00-9 00 p m INFORMATION PROCESSOR MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION 1 95.60 Identify the types and uses of various dictating and transcribing equipment and systems, operate proficiently a standard machine transcriber at a minimum transcription rate of 70 net lines per hour Prerequisite Business Typing Applications 1 and 40 g w a m or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 18 - Apr 12 Sat 9 00-12 00 noon LEGAL SECRETARY GENERAL LEGAL PROCEDURES 95.60 Basic legal office routines including legal correspondence, simple legal docu¬ ments, memoranda of law, and legal occupations Prerequisite Business Typing Applications 2 (50 g w a m) and Machine Transcription 3 or the equi¬ valent Approximate text/supplies costs 65 00 Jan 23 - Apr 10 Thurs 6 00-9 00 p m 22 DIVORCE , 95 60 Legal aspects of divorce including separation, legal transcription and re¬ search Prerequisites General Legal Procedures or letter verifying 1 year current work experience in a law firm Approximate text/supplies costs 60 00 Jan 21 - Apr 8 Tues 6 00-9 00 p m WILLS AND ESTATES 95 60 Will preparation and procedures, probate administration and the distribution of the estate Prerequisite General Legal Procedures or letter verifying 1 year current work experience in a law firm Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 23-Apr 10 Thurs 6 00-9 00 pm LEGAL SHORTHAND 95 60 Designed to expand shorthand vocabulary to include legal terminology Dicta4 tion and transcription of known legal material to a minimum of 100 w p m Dictation and transcription of unknown material to a minimum of 80 w p m Prerequisite Shorthand 3 or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 22 - Apr 9 Wed 6 00-9 00 p m CORPORATE 95.60 Basic corporate theory, procedures and documentation Prerequisites General Legal Procedures or letter verifying 1 year current work experience in a law firm Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 22 - Apr 9 Wed 6 00-9 00 p m CONVEYANCING 95.60 Basic conveyancing theory, procedures and documentation of real and per¬ sonal property Prerequisite General Legal Procedures or letter verifying one year current work experience in a law firm Approximate text/supplies costs 75 00 Jan 21 - Apr 8 Tues 6 00-9 00 pm LITIGATION 95.6O Designed as an introduction to Canadian Law and the court system this course focuses on Supreme and County court documents and proceedings Prerequisite General Legal Procedures or one year current work experience in a law firm Approximate text/supplies costs 95 00 Jan 20-Apr 14 Mon 6 00-9 00 p m BOOKKEEPER/DATA CLERK BOOKKEEPING/INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING 189.20 Includes journalizing, posting, preparing the trial balance, adjusting and closing entries and preparing financial statements Approximate text/supplies costs 35 00 Wed 6 00-9 00 p m Jan 18-Apr 12 & Sat 9 00-12 00 noon COMMUNICATIONS- BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE OR BUSINESS COMM 11 95.60 Develops advanced oral and written business communication skills including spelling, writing letters, memoranda, resumes and job search skills Prerequi¬ site Grade 12 or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 30 00 Jan 23 - Apr 10 Thurs 6 00-9 00 pm BUSINESS MATHEMATICS APPLICATIONS JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS III OR You may take individual courses from the Cook Training - Chinese Cuisine Program COMMUNICATIONS- REPORT WRITING 95.60 CHINESE COOKING - DIM SUM ¦ BASIC 147.60 Report writing, from research methods to final presentation of formal report Prerequisite Business Communications 2 OR Communications Business Correspondence or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 30 00 Jan 23 - Apr 10 Thurs 6 00-9 00 pm Topics include terminology of Dim Sum Cookery, preparation, cooking methods, portions, and serving Prerequisites all other courses included m level one of the Chinese Cuisine Program or the equivalent Jan 21 - Mar 6 Tues/Thurs 5 30-9 30 pm FUNDAMENTAL ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES 2 142 40 CHINESE COOKING - DIM SUM ¦ ADVANCED 147.60 Advanced accounting concepts and principles in relation to current and longterm liabilities, partnerships, corporations, and statement analysis Prerequi¬ site Fundamental Accounting Principles 1 or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 45 00 Jan 21 - May 20 Wed 6 00-9 00 p m Topics include Dumplings and Dim Sum, baking and desserts Prerequisites Dim Sum - Basic or equivalent Mar 11 - Apr 24 Tues /Thurs 5 30-9 30 pm BUSINESS LAW 95,00 Fundamental business law procedures including contracts, law of torts, sale of goods, negotiable instruments, the law of agency and partnership Approxi¬ mate text/supplies costs 30 00 Jan 20-Apr 14 Mon 6 00-9 00 pm ALLIED HEALTH CLERK INTRO ANATOMY PHYSIOLOGY AND MEDICAL TERMS 1 AND 2 238 00 Topics include the body as a whole, skin, eye and ear senses, musculoske¬ letal, circulatory, digestive, genitourinary, endocrine, respiratory and nervous systems Jan 21 - May 1 Tues/Thurs 6 00-9 00 p m MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION 1 95.50 Identify the types and uses of various dictating and transcribing equipment and systems, operate proficiently a standard machine transcriber at a mini¬ mum transcription rate of 70 net lines per hour Prerequisite Business Typing Applications 1 and 40 g w a m or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-12 00 noon MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT COOKING - CORE AND SHORT ORDER COOKING - Core and Short Order 314.00 Selection, preparation and cooking of vegetables, meats, poultry and seafood -only a few of the topics covered in this program Tools and supplies Feb 8 - June 28 Sat 8 00 a m - 3 00 p m MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ABOVE A recent health certificate and negative TB Skin Test are required (If the TB Skin Test is positive, a negative TB chest x-ray report is required ) HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT ~~ DINING ROOM AND LOUNGE SUPERVISOR Prerequisite Graduation from the VVI Dining Room and Lounge Service program and one year of related experience, or, a minimum of one year experience working as a waiter or waitress m a restaurant or dining room (or equivalent hospitality experience) SUPERVISORY SKILLS 1 80 00 Topics include staff hiring, employee relations, time management, schedul¬ ing, delegating and controlling stock Jan 21 - Mar 25 Tues 6 30-9 30 pm MEDICAL BILLING 95.50 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 111 20 Topics include office records, B C Medical Services Plan, billing and remit¬ tances, private patient and Workers' Compensation Board billings, one-write system and insurance claims Prerequisite Recordkeeping (Medical Termi¬ nology recommended) Approximate text/supplies costs 5 00 Jan 20 - Apr 9 Wed 6 00-9 00 p m Topics include interpreting profit and loss statements, sales planning and wage costs, pricing, inventory control, and basic food costing Jan 22 - Apr 24 Wed 6 30-9 30 p m JUNIOR COMPUTER PROGRAMMER (COMPUTER PROGRAMMING FOR BUSINESS) COCKTAIL BAR MANAGEMENT PROGRAM Prerequisite Completion of bartender course and at least six months experi¬ ence as professional bartender KITCHEN MANAGEMENT PROGRAM OR MATHEMATICS OF FINANCE 95.60 COBOL PROGRAMMING 1 (INTRODUCTION) 189 20 Includes base-rate-percentage, simple interest, ratios, proportion and prora¬ tion Prerequisite Business Math and Business Machines or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 10 00 Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 1 00-4 00 p m Prerequisite Completion of cook training program or equivalent and three years cooking experience or recommendation from employer Terminal operation, flowcharting techniques, input/output concepts, storage sections, and procedure division Jan 20 14 Mon /Wed 6 00-9 00 D m Program content for Cocktail Bar Management and Kitchen Management include Supervisory Skills I and Financial Management (above) and the following KEYBOARDING APPLICATIONS 189.20 Data manipulation, end of file procedures, function of decision making, state¬ ments, and report production Prerequisite COBOL Programming 1 or the equivalent Jan 20-Apr 14 Mon & Wed 6 00-9 00 p m Production work including basic letter styles, business letters with special features, centering and tabulation techniques, business forms and reports Prerequisite Typing Accuracy S Speed Development (25 g w a m ) or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 35 00 Jan 21 - Apr 10 Tues /Thurs 6 00-9 00 pm COBOL PROGRAMMING 2 (INTERMEDIATE) 189 20 COBOL PROGRAMMING 3 (ADVANCED) 189.20 BOOKKEEPING - COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 95 60 Advanced training in COBOL Prerequisite COBOL Programming 2 Jan 20 - Apr 14 Mon/Wed 6 00-9 00 p m Topics include computer use, preparation and input of source data, utilization of selected software, production of output Prerequisite Bookkeeping/Intro¬ duction to Accounting Approximate text/supplies costs 10 00 Jan 23-Apr 10 Thurs 6 00-9 00 pm Please note Cobol Programming 2 and Cobol Programming 3 each take two semesters to complete Provided there is sufficient interest the second semester will be offered in April 1986 FUNCTIONS OF A MODERN OFFICE 95 60 Focuses on transmittal services, reprographics, records management, cash control, forms management and personal development Approximate text/supplies costs 30 00 Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-12 00 noon ACCOUNTING CLERK FUNDAMENTAL ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES 1 (LAN 115) 142 40 Accounting concepts and principles, ranging from recording transactions to cash and accounts receivable Prerequisite Bookkeeping/Introduction to Accounting or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 21 - May 20 Tues 6 00-9 00 p m ACCOUNTING COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 1 95 60 Topics include computerized payroll preparation, computerized ledgers, financial statements and schedules Jan 21 - Apr 8 Tues 6 00-9 00 pm INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION PROCESSING 95.60 Introduction to systems and equipment used in data processing, the elements of computer programming and flow charting Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-12 00 noon PAYROLL AND PAYROLL LEGISLATION 95 60 Payroll procedures including hours and time reports, forms, deductions Approximate text/supplies costs 20 00 Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 1 00-4 00 p m FUNDAMENTAL ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES 1 (LAN 115) 142 40 Accounting concepts and principles, ranging from recording transactions to cash and accounts receivable Prerequisite Bookkeeping/Introduction to Accounting or the equivalent Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 21 - May 20 Tues 6 00-9 00 pm INTRODUCTION TO DATA PROCESSING 95.60 Introduction to computer systems, overview of programming languages, data communications, storage and file organization Approximate text/supplies costs 50 00 Jan 18-Apr 12 Sat 9 00-12 00 noon COOKING & BAKING COOKING ¦ CHINESE 314 00 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SYSTEMS 111.20 Topics include Basic computer components, data processing components, computer and electronic data processing Jan 23-Apr 24 Thurs 6 30-9 30 p m DENTAL ASSISTING Prerequisites for all Dental Assisting courses listed below is letter confirming one year in dental office during the last three years RADIOLOGY 119.00 This clinically onented course focuses on the following identification of dental X-ray equipment, exposing of rar1'-. , processing handling, mounting, and filing procedures for film f W-. nicluded are applications of anatomy and pathology related to radiology Will be offered again in April Jan 6 - Feb 24 Mon/Wed 7 00-10 00 pm PATHOLOGY 95 gq This course introduces basic pathology, conditions of the face and oral cavity and recording of apparent abnormalities Visual aids including slides and videos are used extensively to familiarize the student with deviations from normal Jan 7 - Feb 13 Tues/Thurs 7 00-10 00 pm PRE-CLINICAL AND CLINICAL INTRA-ORAL 210 00 This course deals with learning the mam skills that a Certified Dental Assis¬ tant will use The focus will be on practical application The students will be operating a dental health care clinic to meet the practical requirements Pre-requisite all other dental assisting courses Feb 24 - Mar 27 Mon , Tues 6 00-10 00 pm Wed , Thurs Courses include - Stir-fry, Pan-fry, Deep-fry, Broil, Braise & Steam (Basic) - Use of the Wok - Introduction to Chinese Cuisine Cookery, Utensils and Equipment - Preparation of Meat, Poultry, Seafood and Vegetables - Preparation and cooking of soups and sauces - Health, Hygiene and Safety Jan 18-June 7 Sat 8 00-3 00 pm Topics include body systems and functions, the head and neck, and m par¬ ticular the soft and hard tissues of the oral cavity It is recommended that Anatomy be the first course in the program Mar 3 - Mar 26 Mon/Wed 7 00-10 00 pm NOTE Students should be able to complete at least 2 of the above courses within the time period listed However, students must complete all 13 courses of the program to obtain a certificate - OR - A recent health certificate and negative TB Skin Test are required (If the TB Skin Test is positive, a negative TB chest x-ray report is required ) ANATOMY 64 40 MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ABOVE 23 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST APPOINTMENT CONTROL 72.20 Includes the appointment book, matrix, methods of scheduling, arrangement of appointments, recording the appointment, human relations in appointment control, daily work schedule No prerequisite Jan 6 - Feb 3 Mon/Wed 7 00-10 00 pm TELEPHONE, OFFICE MACHINES & COMPUTERS 87.80 Topics include voice personality, types of telephone calls, use of office machines and use of computers in dentistry Prerequisite Grade 12 or equivalent Jan 7 - Feb 11 Tues/Thurs 700-1000 pm WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 48 80 Topics include types of correspondence and processing mail Prerequisite Interpersonal Communication Skills Feb 5 • Feb 24 Mon/Wed 7 00-10 00 pm TIME MANAGEMENT 64.40 Fundamentals and application of time management, scheduling duties and office flow Prerequisites Grade 12 or equivalent Feb 13-Mar 11 Tues/Thurs 700-1000 pm rs ANATOMY; OR HEAD NECK ANATOMY (See listing under Dental Assisting - Anatomy. MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ABOVE A recent health certificate and negative TB Skin Test are required (If the TB Skin Test is positive, a negative TB chest x-ray report is required ) ADULT DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION 80 00 Topics include Adult Education Background and Characteristics, Developmental Stage Theories, Factors Affecting Adult Learning, Settings for Learning, Learning Styles individual/group, On-going Instructor Professional Development Feb 8 - Apr 8 Tues A recent health certificate and negative TB Skin Test are required (If the TB Skin Test is positive, a negative T8 chest x-ray report is required ) GRAPHIC ARTS 6 00-9 00 p m ELECTRICITY RETAIL SECURITY 80.00 ng MD Topics include external and mternaf loss, employee dishonesty, security hard¬ ware and systems, and disturbed persons Jan 20 - Mar 24 Mon 9 00-12 00 noon or 1 00-4 00 p m ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND APPLICATIONS 119 00 Topics include components in Electronic circuits, Test equipment, semi¬ conductor theory, rectifier circuits, power supplies, transistor types and cir¬ cuits, thynstor types and circuits, integrated circuits and applications, trouble shooting Prerequisite Journeyman Electrician Jan 22 - Apr 30 Wed 6 30-9 30 pm CONTROL SYSTEMS 119 00 Topics include motor types, applications and connections, relays, motor starters, protection devices, Canadian electrical code, pilot devices, sche¬ matics, brakes, speed control, design, installation and troubleshooting Pre¬ requisite Journeyman Electrician Jan 20 - May 5 Mon 6 30-9 30 pm ELECTRONICS An introduction to AC circuit analysis, measurement techniques and the semiconductor diode Prerequisite DC Analysis Jan 27 - Mar 24 Mon/Wed 6 30-10 00 pm DRAFTING COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING I (PART I) 158 00 PROFESSIONALISM AND THE SECURITY OFFICER 80.00 Topics include Sill 38, responsibilities and limitations under the Criminal Code, courtroom preparation, crime scene preservation and report writing Jan 21 - Mar 25 Tues 9 00-12 00 noon or 1 00-4 00 p m Topics include computer system fundamentals, computer aided drafting system components, keyboard commands, introduction to data base structure, drawing, layout and part management, production of drawings, output devices ACCESS CONTROL AND PATROLLING 80 00 Jan 18 - Mar 22 Sat 10 00 a m - 4 30 p m ed an jrn ILL ipt ire .ny >fa to nt Topics include crowd control, dealing with disturbed persons, security hard¬ ware and systems, and narcotics recognition Jan 22 - Mar 26 Wed 9 00-12 00 noon or 1 00-4 00 p m FIRE PREVENTION AND BUILDING SAFETY and SAFETY ORIENTED FIRST AID (two courses) 80.00 Topics include preventing fires, acting on bomb threats, ensuring job safety and implementing a practical security survey Suppfemented by a study of fsrs! aid procedures Jan 23 - Mar 27 Thurs 9 00-12 00 noon or 1 00-4 00 p m Emphasizing the practical "hands-on" approach, this program provides the knowledge, skills and experience to successfully design, prepare and manage training sessions The courses Program Design, Giving of Instruction and Evaluation of Learn¬ ing may be taken in any sequence but are the prerequisites for the Practicum PROGRAM DESIGN 80.00 Developing course curriculum guides and program competency profiles, lesson planning, performance objectives, practice teaching Jan 16 - Mar 20 Thurs 6 00-9 00 pm Mar 5 - May 7 Wed 6 00-9 00 p m GIVING OF INSTRUCTION 80.00 Performance objectives, teaching styles and techniques, lesson planning, learning styles Jan 8 - Mar 12 Wed 6 00-9 00 p m Jan 16-Feb 13 Thurs 9 00 am - 300 pm COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING PART II 158 00 Topics include computer system fundamentals, computer aided drafting system components, keyboard commands, introduction to data base structure, drawing, layout and part management, production of drawings, output devices NOTE CAD Book (20 00) must be purchased Jan 18-Mar 22 Sat 830 am - 230 pm CAD I Certificate granted upon completion of CAD I - PART II SKIN CARE VVI's Hairdressing Department offers this exciting new COLLEGE CERTIFI¬ CATE PROGRAM on a part-time basis Skilled professionals are always in demand - Build your own clientele - Start your own business - Become a company representative - Work independently Highlighting specialized facial treatments, personalized makeup, skin analy¬ sis, cosmetic chemistry, manicures and foot care, hair removal, small busi¬ ness management Prerequisite Grade 10 or acceptable equivalent DAY COURSES: SKIN CARE LEVEL 1 SKIN CARE LEVEL 3 Test construction, performance objectives, lesson planning, testing termi¬ nology, strategies, and techniques, practice teaching Jan 15 - Mar 19 Wed 6 00-9 00 p m EVENING COURSES SKIN CARE LEVEL 2 Feb 17 - July 2 Feb 18 - July 3 APPLICATIONS 41.00 (Instructional Computer Awareness and Applications) An introductory course using a Prime computer network Primarily oriented toward use of a computer in an educational setting No prior experience necessary Mar 18-Apr 15 Tues 2 30-5 30 pm 418.00 Mar 17 - May 9 Mon -Fri Mar 17 - May 9 Mon -Fn Jan 20 - Mar 14 Jan 20 - Mar 14 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SUPPORT Use of an industry size camera, to arranging and ganging copy for producing line negs, and halftone negs, and use of filters, to developing of film and to densitometry Jan 20 - May 5 Mon/Wed 6 00-10 00 pm Use of industry camera, safety procedures, perform basic color separation techniques (indirect method) and etching of halftone positives and negatives . Jan 21 - May 1 Tues /Thurs 6 00-10 00 p m LITHO PRESS OPERATION 1 314.00 Use of an offset press by safety standards to reproduce iimple offset jobs and gain further knowledge of other problems Jan 20 - May 5 Mon /Wed 6 00-10 00 p m Use of an offset press by safety standards to reproduce more difficult jobs and knowledge of process color work and other instruments Jan 21 - May 1 Tues /Thurs 6 00-10 00 p m LITHO PRESS OPERATION 3 314.00 Use of a larger offset press by safety standards to reproduce process color posters and other related work with help from gauges and instruments Jan 21 - May 1 Tues/Thurs 6 00-10 00 pm SATURDAY COURSES SKIN CARE LEVEL 1 Jan 18 - July 19 1 00-5 00 p m 8 00 a m - 12 00 noon 418.00 8 00-12 00 noon 1 00-5 00 p m PHARMACOLOGY 126 80 Designed to upgrade LPN graduates in the preparation and administration of medications in a Long Term Care setting Prerequisites B C Practical Nursing License and satisfactory medical clearance Theory — Mar 3, 4, 5 & 6 Mon -Thurs 8 00 a m - 3 00 p m Clinical — 4 days, practice in Long Term Facility to follow Wed -Sat 7 00-2 00 p m Clinical dates to be advised later depending on enrollment CARPENTRY Expand your construction expertise with these "hands-on" surveying ^ courses Builder's Level, Basic Transit, Builder's Transit Designed for - students wishing to acquire skills in the use of survey instruments - carpenters wishing to amplify their effectiveness on the job site BUILDER'S LEVEL 64 40 Topics include the use of builder's level and rod, determining of elevations, and recording of field data Jan 21 - Feb 13 Tues/Thurs 6 00-900 pm Jan 18-Feb 8 Sat 9 00-4 00 pm BASIC TRANSIT 95.60 Topics include the use of surveyor's transit, building layout, interpolation of field data, and determination of building position on a site Prerequisite Builder's Level Feb 18-Mar 27 Tues/Thurs 6 00-9 00 p m Feb 15-Mar 22 Sat 9 00-4 00 pm BUILDER'S TRANSIT 95.60 418 00 Mon /Wed Tues /Thurs 6 00-10 00 p m 6 00-10 00 p m Topics include advanced applications in building layout, one-point transit layout, and applied trigonometry Prerequisite Basic Transit Apr 1 - May 8 Tues/Thurs 6 00-900 pm 9 00-4 00 p m Apr 5 10 Sat 418 00 9 00 a m - 4 00 p m Supplies, textbooks, etc approximately 200 00 'Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday part time classes which fall on a holiday will be re-scheduled for another day "Provided there is sufficient interest, advanced levels will be offered in September, 1986 If interested, please notify the Hairdressing Department at 681-9554 PRACTICAL NURSING Located at Cspllano Col!@§s This basic Skin Care Program will be of interest to those wishing to qualify as a licensed Esthetician EVALUATION OF LEARNING 80 00 INSTRUCTOR TRAINING BLACK AND WHITE LINE CAMERA & HALFTONE 314 00 NOTE CAD book (20 00) must be purchased SKIN CARE (ESTHETICS) TRAIN THE TRAINER IMAGE ASSEMBLY AND PLATE MAKING 314 00 Topics include imposition and the masking of photographic film negatives, photographic contacting, lithographic plate making, image - masking tech¬ niques, photo-composmg, screen tint and halftone film, two color film assemblies and signature imposition Jan 21 - May 1 Tues/Thurs 6 00-10 00 pm LITHO PRESS OPERATION 2 314.00 Prerequisite for Computer Aided Drafting, Parts I and II is completion of 12 months drafting program or equivalent me fa Safety Standards and review of all bindery equipment, advanced docket"" reading, cutting, folding, scoring and perforating, and hard cover binding Jan 21 - May 1 Tues /Thurs 6 00-10 00 p m COLOR CAMERA 314 00 iSt ise Prerequisites for the undemoted courses are < letter confirming employment in the Graphic Arts trade BINDERY OPERATION (4 YEAR) LEVEL 2 314 00^ ALTERNATING CURRENT (AC) BASICS 156.70 SECURfTY OFFICER MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ABOVE Register by Phone usihg your VISA