Classes on the Main Campus
This Semester's Continuing Education offerings on the Main Campus of Mayland Community College
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Main Campus Continuing Education Classes
COMPUTER CLASSES
Exploring PicNik Software (3 Hours)
PicNik software is an exciting program that students can utilize to edit, apply special effects, and art, or add fun enhancements to their personal photos! This software works on Mac, Windows, and Linux, and there is nothing to install on your computer since this program works over the Internet. It's fast, easy and fun to use. PicNik is a great way to create photo gifts.
2/9, TH, 5:30-8:30 PM
Morris $20 (All Pay)
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5/8, T, 5:30-8:30 PM Morris $20 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Adobe InDesign CS4: Print Collateral (24 Hours)
Create personal business cards, brochures, and posters using Adobe InDesign CS4. Learn to send files for commercial and digital printing. Students must have appropriate content in digital format and possess basic computer skills. Projects will be printed at a local, professional printer.
1/11-2/29, W 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Whitley $65
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3/13-5/8, T 2:00-5:00 PM
Whitley $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Advanced Adobe Photoshop (24 Hours) New!
Get creative with touch-up skills using Adobe Photoshop CS4. As a follow-up to the Digital Imaging course, the studies will be more in-depth. Students will work with their own materials and explore personal areas of interest. Students should have basic understanding of Photoshop.
3/14-5/9, W 5:00-8:00 PM
Whitley $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Adobe Photoshop CS4: Digital Imaging (24 Hours)
Learn how to use Adobe Photoshop with your digital camera, jpeg images, or scanned photos. Learn techniques such as how to restore old memories to new, add lettering, and print quality images professionally. Create projects using photos, a must for photographers and graphic artists. The amateur and professional photographer will find this class fun-filled. Participants should possess basic computer skills.
1/10-2/28, T 5:00-8:00 PM
Whitley $65
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3/14-5/2, W 2:00-5:00 PM
Whitley $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Computer Basics (24 Hours)
This course is designed for the novice computer user. Learn foundation skills ranging from turning on and shutting down a computer to an intro to Wordpad, Internet, email, creating, saving, and editing documents. Students will use mouse tricks and extra keys on a keyboard to work faster and smarter. No previous computer experience needed.
1/10-2/28, T 10:00-1:00 PM
Whitley $65
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3/13-5/8, T 5:00-8:00 PM
Whitley $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Adobe Flash-Level I: Animation, Design & Content Creation (24 Hours)
Learn the basic skills needed to create your vision with this Adobe Flash class. Get creative with Flash's drawing tools and animate graphics through tweens while incorporating images. Learn to publish content for usability on the Web and CD/DVD. This class will explain the necessary steps for first-time users. Experience with digital imaging is preferred. Students should have basic computer skills.
1/11-2/29, W 2:00-5:00 PM
Whitley $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Adobe Illustrator CS4: Vector Drawing (24 Hours)
Learn how to utilize tools in Adobe Illustrator to develop original vector based illustrations and typography. This class will go into detail about the different styles, methods, and techniques that are possible with this program. Learn about color theory, painting styles, and composition. A traditional art or drawing background is not necessary.
1/10-2/28, T 2:00-5:00 PM
Whitley $65
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3/14-5/9, W 10:00AM-1:00 PM
Whitley $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Adobe Dreamweaver CS4 - Level I: Design a Website (24 Hours)
Want to make a career by selling functional sites from your home? Learn how to effectively build a fully functioning website. Discussions will correspond with a step-by-step process in order to achieve a beautiful web design. Competence in basic computer knowledge is a must with basic Photoshop knowledge preferred.
1/11-2/29, W 5:00-8:00 PM
Whitley $65
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3/13-5/8, T 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Whitley $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
RELICENSURE/RECERTIFICATION
Auto Dealer License Renewal (6 Hours)
This course is designed to meet the continuing education training requirements for the Used Motor Vehicle Dealer's license renewal. Topics will include but are not limited to: business management, basic business accounting, repossession law, lending law, unfair trade practices and related topics.
2/22, W 8:30 AM-3:30 PM
Mauk $65
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5/8, T 8:30 AM-3:30 PM
Mauk $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Electrical Contractor License Renewal (8 Hours)
This course is designed to provide electrical contractors with updated information on the latest changes in the National Electric Code, NC Electric Code, and local utility company requirements. When offered during fiscal year 2011-2012, this course meets the requirements of the North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors for 8 contact hours of continuing education credit. This course is not sponsored by the Board. Students should bring a current copy of the NC Electrical Code Book to class. A one hour lunch break will be given.
1/7, SA 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
McDonald $65
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5/5, SA 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
McDonald $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
CONSTRUCTION/TRADE CLASSES
ARC Welding (50 Hours) New!
Learn AC-DC ARC welding, oxygen-acetylene welding, and cutting and preparation of metals.This class will include safety tips as well as welding steel plates, mild steel, high carbon steel, vertical passes, horizontal overhead, acetylene welding, and brazing.
2/6-4/2, MT 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
McKinney $120
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Welding: MCC Certification (96 Hours)
Learn SMAW, GMAW, GTAW (stick, mig, and tig welding) as well as cutting. Power sources, wire-feed setup, maintenance, shielding gases, and safe practices will be covered. Lecture, demonstration, and practical applications will be used in this course. Students in this class may be eligible for Project Skill-Up scholarship funds, click here for more information.
1/18-4/26, WTH 8:00-11:30 AM
(No class March 7 or 8)
Dover $175,
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Computer Aided Drafting Design (24 Hours)
Get an introduction to the fundamentals, concepts, and techniques of Computer Aided Drafting (AUTOCAD). Students will explore areas of computer-aided design for floor plans, electrical, plumbing, landscaping, cabinetry, survey, wall sectional views and other fields that may utilize this tool. Attention is given to introducing basic mechanical, agricultural, logo and graphics techniques. Students will become proficient with AutoCAD and industry leading drafting software.
2/7-4/3, T 6:00-9:00 PM
Phillips $65
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OCCUPATIONAL CLASSES
Digital Photography (24 Hours)
Learn more about digital photography for fun or a career! Instructor and professional photographer Beth Morris will teach students how to take the right kind of pictures, implement simple editing techniques, look for that 'perfect' shot, and show off their digital work by creating online galleries. Lighting and studio set up will also be discussed during this class.
4/3-5/3, TTH, 5:30-8:00 PM
Morris $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Notary Public (8 Hours)
This class prepares students for the required NC Notary Public test. To become a notary students must: be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, and pass the test given at the end of class. One hour lunch break!
4/25, W 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Greene $65, Plus text
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Beekeeping: A Hobby or Business (24 Hours) New!
Students will learn the enjoyment of beekeeping, how to start a colony of bees, the relationship of honeybees and food, the threats to a colony, and how to sell products from the hive.
2/2- 3/22, TH 6:00-9:00 PM
Harty $65
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Auto Body Custom Painting Techniques (18 Hours) New!
Learn basic preparation of substrate, special effect paints, flames and graphics as well as airbrushing techniques. There will be classroom sessions with plenty of hands on application.
2/7-3/13, T 6:00-9:00 PM
Buchanan $65
MCC Main Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Free Hand Pin Striping (8 Hours) New!
Students will learn the art of free hand pin striping. This class will include lecture and lots of hands-on experience. Students will need a pin striping brush, preferably recommended by the instructor.
3/20-4/10, T 6:00-8:00 PM
Love $65
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HEALTH OCCUPATIONS CLASSES
CPR (4 Hours)
This course is the basic CPR course designed by the American Heart Association. It includes instruction in CPR for infants, children, and adults with practical applications using special mannequins.
1/30, M 5:30-9:30 PM
Potter $65 (Plus $5 for CPR Card)
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3/29, TH 5:30-9:30PM
Potter $65 (Plus $5 for CPR Card)
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Certified Nursing Assistant I (160 Hours)
This state-required course for those wishing to become a CNA consists of classroom work, lab, and clinical rotations. At the end of the course a separate State approved agency administers the competency testing for a fee of $101. Six days of clinical rotation will be scheduled starting as early as 6:30am. Some Saturday class and lab participation may also be required. Random drug screening and criminal background checks may be required by the clinical sites. Hours could vary slightly depending upon instructional need. Students in this class may be eligible for Project Skill-Up scholarship funds, click here for more information.
Day Classes
1/9-5/7,
M 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
W 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
F 6:30 AM-2:20 PM (Clinicals)
Freeman $175 (Plus additional fees)
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Night Classes
1/10-5/5,
T 5:00-8:50 PM
TH 5:00-9:50 PM
Sat. 6:30 AM-2:20 PM (Clinicals)
TBA $175 (Plus additional fees)
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
GENERAL INTEREST CLASSES
Dance Fitness & Aerobics (6 Hours) New!
Work your body from head to toe in an impactful hour. Start dancing the easy-to-follow steps, and get lost in the rhythm and forget you're exercising! Great for beginners. If you feel out of shape but don't like to exercise, this is the perfect first step for you.
4/3-5/8, T 5:30-6:30 PM
Free $20 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
NC Concealed Carry Handgun (10 Hours)
This class provides the training and certificate needed to apply for a handgun permit at any Sheriff's Department in NC. You must be at least 21 and a resident of NC. To attend this class, you cannot have been convicted of any felonies or misdemeanor violent crimes. Bring 100 rounds of ammunition, a handgun, and holster to the firing range portion of the class ONLY. Bring a bag lunch. From 1:00-6:00 pm will be the firing range portion of the class, so do not bring firearms into the MCC campus.
3/24, SA 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Huskins $85 (All Pay)
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5/12, SA 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Huskins $85 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Couponing: The Great Shopping Game! (8 Hours) New!
Learn to organize and store coupon inserts and how to create a coupon binder. Jargon and local store policies will be explained. Understand how to get the best use out of your coupons in the store and online. This class teaches how to know if you are really getting a good deal and how you can make money using coupons. A list of supplies will be available the first night of class.
3/3-3/10, SA 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
Horton $20 (Plus Supplies, All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Marbled Paper Forming (8 Hours) New!
Marbling is a form of printing that goes back hundreds of years. Color is dropped on a medium and swirled with a variety of tools to create different designs and the print is made.This class will create unique pieces of marbled paper using food coloring, shaving cream, and card stock. Marbled paper forming is ideal for scrapbooking, handmade cards, origami boxes, and many other things. This class will explore some of these options.Supplies will be available the first night of class or can be purchased beforehand.
4/24-5/3, TTH 6:00-8:00 PM
Styles $25 (Plus Supplies, All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Let's Start With Seeds (8 Hours) New!
Learn how to gather, clean, store, and propagate favorite plants from seeds. We will work with perennials, annuals, and native wild flowers.
4/16-4/25, MW 4:00-6:00 PM
McKinney $30 (All Pay)
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History and Folklore of Native Plants in Western NC (6 Hours) New!
An informative and fun class that examines the beginnings of plant collecting in our region in the 18th century, through the rise and importance of our first plant nurseries in the 19th and 20th centuries. We will also identify many important plants and their uses.
5/1-5/15, T 6:00-8:00 PM
Johnson $25 (All Pay)
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Intro to Tissue Culture-Plant Propagation (12 hours)
This class is designed to introduce plant lovers, students, and nurserymen to new methods of propagation of our native woody plants, herbs, and wildflowers. This class requires no expenses. Science teachers can earn 2.4 CEU's upon completion of this course.
3/20-4/5, TTH 5:00-7:00 PM
McKinney $65 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
Basics of Machine Sewing (14 Hours) New!
Students will learn how to thread the machine, wind the bobbin, set the tension, and use the correct needle. Also learn the straight stitch, zigzag stitch, and the triple stretch and different uses of these stitches. Students will have the opportunity to choose a project and complete it by the end of the class.
3/6-4/17, T 6:00-8:00 PM
Laws $30
MCC Mitchell Campus 800-462-9526 X 241
POTTERY CLASSES
Pottery: Just Imagine It (50 Hours)
Imagine setting the table with your own pottery pieces, design breathtaking wall art, a clock, a lamp—what do you want to make? Set your goals and enjoy both the process and the end products. Expert and supportive instruction, fun projects, custom made glazes, inspirational classroom. Beginners always welcome.
1/3-3/6, T 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Welch $120 (Plus Supplies)
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1/6-3/9, F 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Welch $120 (Plus Supplies)
ArtsCentered in Bakersville
800-462-9526 X 241
Pottery (24 Hours) New!
What do you want to make? Set your goals and enjoy both the process and the end products. Expert and supportive instruction, fun projects, custom made glazes, inspirational classroom. Beginners always welcome.
1/2-2/20, M 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Welch $65 (Plus Supplies)
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1/5-2/23, TH 6:00-9:00 PM
Welch $65 (Plus Supplies)
ArtsCentered, Bakersville
800-462-9526 X 241
