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Class Schedules

  Courses available for: WSGC      Greeneville

  Course Name / #                 Date (Start / End) - Exact Dates      Days           Times        Room #            Fee

  5S Across Many Occupations

  This course provides detailed training in the techniques of Sort, Straighten, Sweep, Standardize, and Sustain.  5-S is a key component for Lean

  Manufacturing and Quality Control that can produce measurable results in a short period of time in all occupational environments.

   7700002S08                 1/7/2008         1/9/2008  1/7,9                            M/W      9:00am-12:00pm  WSGC 206            $179

   7700001S08               2/26/2008         3/4/2008  2/26,3/4                        T          8:00am-12:00pm  WSGC 206            $179

  Access Level 1

  Complete your mastery of Access in this final course.

   5000301S08                 3/3/2008         3/5/2008  3/3,5                            M/W          9:00-12:00                               $159

  Adventures With PC's

  Come and learn with clear, concise, jargon-free instructions in this course for beginners.  Basic Windows navigation, utilizing popular add-ins

  such as paint and WordPad will be discussed.  Come and play musical CDs, copy files to a CD, work with pictures, and many other fun features. 

   This seminar is jam-packed with information from the instructor and includes a 500 page full-color tutorial textbook to be utilized after the class.

   5010003S08                 3/3/2008       3/12/2008  3/3,5,10,12                    M/W      1:00 pm-4:00pm   Room 206            $159

  Attitude & Motivation

  Learn how to develop a positive attitude and a great outlook on life. Learn how to develop personal goals and motivate yourself to achieve your

  goals. Eliminate negative self talk, and become the person you want to be. (3 hours)

   3104001S08               2/28/2008       2/28/2008  2/28                            R           3:00pm-6:00pm   WSGC 206              $79

  Excel Level 1

  This course covers the basic features and functions of Excel. In this course, you will create and edit worksheets, enter data, and use functions.

  You will also learn the basics of opening, saving, printing, and closing workbooks. Finally, you will format data, restructure worksheets, and use

  automated tools, including AutoFill, AutoComplete, AutoCorrect, and AutoFormat.

   5002001S08               1/21/2008       1/23/2008  1/21,23                         M/W      9:00am-12:00pm  Room 206            $159

  Excel Level 2

  In this course, you will manage large workbooks, explore print options, and use tools to find solutions to financial questions. You will also use

  Microsoft’s professionally designed templates and graphics, sort and filter data, and perform calculations using special database functions. Finally,

   you will use analysis tools, including PivotTables and outlines, and create worksheet consistency with styles.  (6 hours)

   5002205S08               2/18/2008       2/20/2008  2/18,20                         M/W       3:00pm-6:00pm   WSGC 206            $159

  Excellence in Business

  This course addresses Business in the Global Economy, Starting and Organizing a Business, Managing a Business, Managing Employees,

  Developing Marketing Strategies, and Managing Accounting and Financial Resources.

   7625001S08                 2/5/2008         3/6/2008  Various                         Various         Various        Room 206            $300

  Hiring Smart

  Successful hiring doesn’t just happen by chance.  Building your staff takes planning and effort. Retention is based as much on getting the right

  person as it is on having a “post-hire program” that ensures all candidates are continuously trained to meet the needs of the job and the company.

  (24 hours)

    7626001S08               2/12/2008         3/6/2008  2/12,14,19,21,26,28,3/4,    T/R        6:00pm-9:00pm   Room 206            $299

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  HR Functions

   Whether you’re new to human resources or you simply want to strengthen your employee management skills, this program is the place to start.

  This cost-effective, 12-week course will give you a broad overview of the human resource function. It covers real-life HR issues and critical

  topics including strategic planning, recruiting, compensation, benefits and employee relations. (24 hours)

   7614001S08               1/15/2008         2/7/2008  1/15,17,22,24,29,31,2/5,    T/R        6:00pm-9:00pm   Room 206            $300

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  HVAC Theory

  This course is designed and thoroughly modernized to provide a complete learning system for the fundamentals and applications of core HVAC-R

  concepts. (18 hours)

   7618001S08                 3/4/2008       3/20/2008  3/4,6,11,13,18,20             T/R        3:00pm-6:00pm   WSGC 206            $259

  IC3 Exams

  The Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) program is the world's first validated, standards-based certification program for basic

  computing and Internet knowledge and skills. Call (423) 585-6999 to set up a test date.

   6001102S08               2/28/2008       2/28/2008  Various                         Various         Various        Room 206            $159

  Office Administration

  To succeed in office administration, you'll need professional and interpersonal skills such as good communication skills and knowledge of

  common office applications .Our  office administration course is  ideal for administrators, secretaries, receptionists, executive assistants, clerks

  and those who need to master basic office management competencies. Discussion includes the topics of records management, communication

   7622001S08               2/11/2008       2/27/2008  2/11,13,18,20,25,27          M/W      9:00am-12:00pm  Room 206            $299

  Office Systems & Technology

  Discussion includes the topics of computer hardware, systems, configuration, document layout, design and reproduction, software for business

  applications, and managing physical resources.

   3102002S08               3/24/2008       3/31/2008  3/24,26,28,31                 M/W/F    9:00am-12:00pm  Room 206            $299

  QuickBooks Level 1

  QuickBooks is an Intuit software program designed to help small- and medium-sized businesses keep their books easily and accurately. In this

  course, you will be introduced to the software as well as some general file management tasks. Then you will learn about the basic skills you need

  to effectively deal with customers, vendors, and banking transactions. Once you have mastered the basic skills, you will have the opportunity to

  create your own company file. (6 hours)

   5020001S08               2/25/2008       2/27/2008  2/25,27                         M/W         3:00-6:00pm     Room 206            $159

  S*T*A*R Leadership - Cornerstones of Teamwork

  S*T*A*R Leadership has become one of the most sought after leadership programs in Tennessee. Participants enroll for one program per month

  for twelve months. Students learn STRATEGY * TACTICS * ACTION * RESULTS to become more effective leaders. This program provides

  advanced leadership principles of teamwork development. Learn how to be more effective building teams through all four stages of team

  development. Develop skills and techniques for coaching and mentoring others. Learn techniques to develop your leadership role in the team.

   6078002S08               1/10/2008       1/10/2008  1/10/2008                      R          8:30am-11:30am      TBD                $129

  S*T*A*R Leadership - Resolving Conflict

  S*T*A*R Leadership has become one of the most sought after leadership programs in Tennessee. Participants enroll for one program per month

  for twelve months. Students learn STRATEGY * TACTICS * ACTION * RESULTS to become more effective leaders. Do you have conflict in

  your office with subordinates, co-workers, other departments, customers or suppliers? If you do, this will be one of the most important classes

  you can take. Learn how to handle and diffuse conflict. Learn how to turn negative situations into positive situations. Enroll today!

   6083002S08               2/14/2008       2/14/2008  2/14/2008                      R          8:30am-11:30am      TBD                $129

  S*T*A*R Leadership -Business Financials

  S*T*A*R Leadership has become one of the most sought after leadership programs in Tennessee. Participants enroll for one program per month

  for ten months. Students learn STRATEGY * TACTICS * ACTION * RESULTS to become more effective leaders. Participants learn how to

  understand and manage essential business financials necessary to keep their business profitable. This is an intense workshop for people without

  financial backgrounds who want to learn the essentials.

   6082002S08               3/13/2008       3/13/2008  3/13/2008                      R          8:30am-11:30am      TBD                $129

  S*T*A*R Leadership -Time Management

  S*T*A*R Leadership has become one of the most sought after leadership programs in Tennessee. Participants enroll for one program per month

  for ten months. Students learn STRATEGY * TACTICS * ACTION * RESULTS to become more effective leaders.  Come and learn successful

  tips and tricks to better manage YOUR day.  Learn how to delegate, say "NO", get organized, and handle a crisis.  In other words, see how you

   6086002S08               4/10/2008       4/10/2008  4/10/2008                      R          8:30am-11:30am      TBD                $129

  S*T*A*R Leadership-Breaking Down Barriers

  S*T*A*R Leadership has become one of the most sought after leadership programs in Tennessee. Participants enroll for one program per month

  for ten months. Students learn STRATEGY * TACTICS * ACTION * RESULTS to become more effective leaders. Participants learn the barriers

  to communication, cooperation and teamwork.  Quit playing games to get the job done and have fun while getting the job done.  Encourage and

  acknowledge others to build bridges to strengthen your role as a supervisor or leader for your organization.

   6095002S08                 5/8/2008         5/8/2008  5/8/2008                       R          8:30am-11:30am      TBD                $129

  S*T*A*R Leadership-Creative Problem Solving

  S*T*A*R Leadership has become one of the most sought after leadership programs in Tennessee. Participants enroll for one program per month

  for ten months. Students learn STRATEGY * TACTICS * ACTION * RESULTS to become more effective leaders.  Do you have a problem or a

  sympton?  Can you really "think outside the box"?  Are there troublemakers?  Is there really a solution?  These and many more questions will be

  answered in this class and help to improve your role as a supervisor or leader.

   6096002S08               6/12/2008       6/12/2008  6/12/2008                      R          8:30am-11:30am      TBD                $129

  Safety in the Workplace

  Some of the topics covered will be the most frequently cited standards, who covered by OSHA and TOSHA, Hazard Communication Standards,

  Fall Protection, Machine Guarding, and Blood Borne Pathogens.

   6151002S08                 1/8/2008       1/15/2008  1/8,10,15                      T/R         8:00-11:00am    Room 206            $150

  SHRM Learning System - PHR

  The SHRM LEARNING SYSTEM, which is designed primarily as a certification preparation course for the Human Resource Certification Institute

   (HRCI) examinations.  It is a minimum of 35 contact hours in length.  People who take this course have typically worked in exempt-level human

  resource positions for at least two years.  Materials used will correspond to new test requirements for 2007.

   6062003S08               1/17/2008         4/3/2008  Meeting every Thursday      R           6:00pm-9:00pm   Room 206            $895

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  Statistical Process Control

  SPC is a method for achieving quality control in manufacturing processes. It is a set of methods using statistical tools such as mean, variance and

  others, to detect whether the process observed is under control.

   6016001S08               1/29/2008       2/11/2008  1/29,31,2/5,7,11              T/R        6:00pm-9:00pm   WSGC 206            $199

                                                                                                   T/R

  TOSHA 10-Hour Safety Training

  This course is offered in conjunction with Tennessee OSHA.  Course offers students a 10 hour overall of safety procedures that will save

  downtime and possibily save lives.  Course offers official 10 hour safety certification card from Nashville and is recommended for front line

  supervisor, safety committee members or safety professionals.

   6151001S08               3/17/2008       3/18/2008  3/17,18                         M,T    8-5:00pm/8-12:00pm    100                $199

  TOSHA 30-Hour Safety Training

  This course is offered in conjunction with Tennessee OSHA.  Course offers students a more intensive 30 hour overall presentation of safety

  procedures that will save downtime and possibily save lives.  Course offers official 30 hour safety certification card from Nashville and is

  recommended for all safety professionals.

 

   6152001S08               2/26/2008       2/29/2008  2/26,27,28,29                 T-F        8:00am-5:00pm   Room 100            $399

  Word Level 1

  This course covers the basic features and functions of Microsoft® Word. The course begins with an introduction to the application, including

  opening and closing documents, getting help, and exiting Word. In this course, you will create business letters, memorandums and press releases,

  reports, flyers, and tables. (6 hours)

   5001001S08                 1/8/2008       1/10/2008  1/8,10                          T/R        9:00am-12:00pm  Room 206            $159

  Word Level 2

  You will begin by learning about desktop publishing, including how to work with Word Art, AutoShapes, and text boxes. Then, you will create

  newsletters and employee policy manuals. As your expertise in Word grows, you will find yourself creating and editing more robust documents,

  so you will also learn how to create headers and footers, indexes, cross-references, and more.

   5001101S08               1/16/2008       1/18/2008  1/16,18                         M / W     9:00am-12:00pm  WSGC 206            $159

                                                                                                          

 

  Courses available for: GCFT        Grv.Center for Technology

  Course Name / #                 Date (Start / End) - Exact Dates      Days           Times        Room #            Fee

  Advanced Motor Controls

  The course is designed for participants who need to understand motor controls from a practical perspective. By first introducing basic controls,

  and then progressing to more complex controls for various motors and various applications.

   7611001S08                 3/4/2008       4/10/2008  3/4,6,11,13,18,20,4/1,3,8    T/R        6:00pm-9:00pm   GCFT 307            $299

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  Adventures With PC's

  Come and learn with clear, concise, jargon-free instructions in this course for beginners.  Basic Windows navigation, utilizing popular add-ins

  such as paint and WordPad will be discussed.  Come and play musical CDs, copy files to a CD, work with pictures, and many other fun features. 

   This seminar is jam-packed with information from the instructor and includes a 500 page full-color tutorial textbook to be utilized after the class.

   5010001S08               1/17/2008       1/29/2008  1/17,22,24,29                 T/R        6:00pm-9:00pm   Room 114            $159

  AutoCAD - Level 1

  This course covers the basic tools needed for creating and editing engineering and architectural drawings. Hands-on exercises will utilize all basic

  display and drawing commands.

   7973001S08                 2/5/2008         3/4/2008  2/5,7,12,19,21,26,28,3/4    T / R         3:00-6:00pm     GCFT 114            $225

  Blue Print Reading & Drawing

  The blueprint reading and drawing training course will give participants the training they need to read basic engineering drawings to the ANSI Y 14

   Standard. The training program has two modules plus practices exercises. Module one contains three sections and Module two contains four

  sections.

   7802002S08               5/27/2008       6/19/2008  5/27,29.6/3,5,10,12,17,1    T/R        6:00pm-9:00pm      GCFT               $279

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  CNC Level 1

  In this program you learn the technological methods of computer numerical control operations.  Practical skills learned include: machine setup,

  cutter diameter and length compensation setting, on-site modifications, and programming.  This course offers hands-on CNC training demanded

  by today's industries.

   7805002S08               2/19/2008       3/20/2008  2/19,21,26,28,3/4,6,11,1    T/R        6:00pm-9:00pm   GCFT 502            $399

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  CNC Level 2

  In this program you learn the technological methods of computer numerical control operations.  Practical skills learned include: machine setup,

  cutter diameter and length compensation setting, on-site modifications, and programming.  This course offers hands-on CNC training demanded

  by today's industries.

   7805101S08                 4/1/2008       4/24/2008  4/1,3,8,10,15,17,22,24       T/R       6:00 pm-9:00 pm   GCFT ??             $399

  Customer Service

  Each individual will be provided an assessment that will measure a person's customer service knowledge and interests. (3 hours)

   6003001S08               2/19/2008       2/19/2008  2/19                            T          3:30 pm-6:30 pm     GCFT                 $79

  Electricity - Commercial/Industrial

  Commercial and Industrial electrical wiring for business, industry, and commercial buildings

   7821002S08               1/29/2008         3/4/2008  1/29,31,2/5,7,12,19,21,2    T,R        6:00pm-9:00pm   GCFT 511            $329

                                                                 6,28, 3/4

   Electricity - Industrial

  Learn electrical theories and National Codes used in industrial settings.

   7821003S08               6/24/2008       7/24/2008  6/24,26,7/1,3,8,10,15,17,    T / R       6:00pm-9:00pm   GCFT 511            $259

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  Electricity - Residential Level 1

  In this course you will learn the basics about electricity and how to wire a one or two family home according to the National Electrical Code.

  Students also complete hands-on workshops dealing with installation of various electrical systems in a home.

   7817001S08               2/19/2008       3/20/2008  2/19,21,26,28,3/4,6,11,1    T / R       6:00pm-9:00pm   GCFT 511            $329

                                                                 3,18,20

  Electricity - Residential Level 2

  Emphasis of the course will be on wiring one and two family dwellings according to the NEC.  Students will be involved in a hands-on workshop

  covering installation of the various services for the swellings.

   7822002S08                 4/1/2008       4/29/2008  4/1,3,8,10,15,17,22,24,2    T,R        6:00pm-9:00pm   GCFT 511            $329

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  Electricity - Residential Projects

  Develop residential projects from the beginning at estimating through completion and determine the results.

   7822101S08               1/29/2008       2/12/2008  1/29,31,2/5,7,12              T/R        3:00pm-6:00pm   GCFT 511            $189

                                                                 1/29,31,2/5,7,12

   7822102S08                 5/6/2008       5/22/2008  5/6,8,13,15,20,22             T/R        6:00pm-9:00pm   GCFT 511            $175

  Hydraulics and Pneumatics

   7810001S08               1/29/2008       2/12/2007  1/29,31,2/5,7,12              T/R        3:00pm-6:00pm                            $250

  Machine Tool Operations

  The machine tool operations course will prepare you to operate the lathe, milling machine, surface grinder, and drill press. Skilled machine tool

  operators work in production and maintenance departments, tool rooms, and job shops.

   7804001S08               5/20/2008       6/19/2008  5/20,22,27,29,6/3,5,10,1    T/R        3:00pm-6:00pm   GCFT 502            $299

                                                                 2,17,19

  Nurse Aide Training

  Tennessee approved Nurse Aide Training Class for individuals desiring to become licensed as C.N.A.s in the state.  It is divided into three

  components of learning that include: lecture & skills lab and 49 hours of supervised patient care clinicals in a long-term care facility.  Upon

  completion of this course, the student will be issued a Certificate of Completion and will be able to make application to take the state administered

  Certification Competency Exam.   Additional expenses:  Textbook  $59; Liability Insurance $29; State Test  $85

   2006001S08               1/15/2008         3/6/2008  1/15,1/17,1/22,1/24,1/29,    T,R          4:00-9:00 pm     GCFT 126            $331

                                                                 1/31,2/5,

  Office Transcription

  This course will cover information on computer hardware, systems, and configuration, document layout design and reproduction, software, and

  managing physical resources including discussion on the basic concepts of information processing, system software for computer operations,

  furniture, equipment and supplies and ergonomics. Textbook Included. (18 hours)

   7601001S08               3/25/2008      11/15/2007  3/25,27,4/1,3,8,10            T/R        6:00pm-9:00pm      TBD                $299

  Programmable Logic Controls

  Programmable Logic Controllers are transforming the field of industrial technology. Learn the basic fundamentals to gain the knowledge and skills

  required to work with PLC's in today's industries.

   7805001S08               4/15/2008       5/15/2008  4/15,17,22,24,29,5/1,6,8,    T/R        6:00pm-9:00pm                            $399

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  Programmable Logic Controls-Level 2

  Programmable Logic Controllers are transforming the field of industrial technology. Learn the basic fundamentals to gain the knowledge and skills

  required to work with PLC's in today's industries. Emphasis will be on Allen Bradley PLC's.  Hands-on experience labs will be included in the

  course.

   7805006S08                 2/5/2008       3/11/2008  2/5,7,12,19,21,26,28,3/4,    T,R       6:00 pm-9:00 pm   GCFT-??             $399

                                                                 6,11

  Safety Introduction

  Topics to include: lockout-tag out, hazard communication, personal protective equipment, confined space entry, noise/hearing conservation, how

  to recognize a safety violation, emergency procedures, machine guarding, electrical safety, blood borne pathogens, fall protection, and many other

   important safety issues as identified by the class. (12 hours)

   7821001S08                 1/8/2008       1/17/2008  1/8,10,15,17                   T/R