ENCORE Program Summer 2019 Class Schedule



GENERAL INFORMATIONTable of ContentsGeneral Information1Registration Procedures2Email3Student ID Cards3Parking3Donation Form4Calendar of Classes5Class Descriptions6-11Maps12-13Board of TrusteesMike Fong, PresidentAndra Hoffman, Vice PresidentSteven F. Veres, 2nd Vice PresidentGabriel BeuinaErnest H. MorenoScott J. SvonkinDavid VelaKellie N. Williams, Student TrusteeDistrict AdministrationFrancisco C. Rodriguez, Ph.D. Chancellor Deputy Chancellor Dr. Melinda Nish, Deputy chancellorRobert B. Miller, D.P.A.,Vice Chancellor of Finance Resource DevelopmentRyan M. Cornner, Ed.D., Vice Chancellor of Educational Programs and Institutional EffectivenessAlbert J. Roman, D.P.A.,Vice Chancellor of Human ResourcesJeffrey M. Prieto, J.D., General CounselDavid Salazar, AICP, Chief Facilities ExecutiveThe Encore Program has made every effort to make this Class Schedule accurate and may, without notice, change general information, courses, or programs offered.For complete college information, see Pierce College General Catalog. Federal Privacy Rules Regarding Student Information Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) prohibits the disclosure of personally identifiable information from education records. For more information visit the U.S. Department of Education.Contact InformationOffice: VLGE 8310A (behind South Gym)Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am – 4 pmComputer Lab hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am – 3 pmTelephone: (818) 710-2561, (818) 710-4163Pierce College ENCORE web siteGeneral Mailing Address:ENCORE, Pierce College, 6201 Winnetka Avenue, #341Woodland Hills, CA 91371Encore is a Pierce College education program designed specifically for older adults (50+), but all students over 18 are welcome. Courses address the needs of older adults focusing on topics that promote independence, advocacy, community engagement, personal growth, physical and cognitive health, economic self-sufficiency and subject matter that relates to older adults’ life circumstances and positive aging skills. Encore offers free noncredit classes and fee-based classes through Community Extension.Encore Mailing List: Current students are already on the list. Others can call 818.710.2561 to have a catalog mailed.Donations to the ENCORE Program provide for special projects, events, supplies and equipment. Checks payable to: Pierce College Foundation – Encore; use form on page 5. Donations of any size are appreciated. Thank you for your support!Special Services: Students with disabilities can contact Special Services. Authorization, based on verification of disability, is required before accommodation can be made. Special Services is located in the Student Services Building. For questions, call (818) 719-6430.Emergency procedures: From any pay phone on campus: dial *80. From any campus extension: dial 4311. From cell phones: dial (818)710-4311. Campus “Blue Lights” are tall blue cylinders topped by bright lights. Press large red button to immediately connect to the Sheriff’s station.Academic Courtesy is common sense respectful behavior given by the students to each other, to professors and college staff. Disobedient, disruptive or disorderly behavior exhibited by any student will result in disciplinary action in accordance with District policies and procedures.REGISTRATION PROCEDURESAre you taking classes in Fall 2018, or did you take classes in Spring 2018?If “Yes”, review “Check Registration Appointment” directions.If “No”, review the “Apply to Pierce College” directions that follow this paragraph.Apply to Pierce College Complete the online application at home or at our office (Appointments: 818.710.2561 / Walk-ins: 8:30 to 3).Go to piercecollege.edu.Click Apply Online at the top right.At the bottom, click Click Here to Begin Application.Click Create an Account and follow the prompts to create a username and password. Record them. (If you do not wish to provide your SSN, go to the bottom of the page and click box indicating you do not wish to use your SSN.) Click Continue.Click Start A New Application.Read the introduction. Click Start Application.Answer ALL questions. Click Submit.Educational Goal: select Educational DevelopmentIntended Major: select IGETC--General EducationFill out entire college application, answering questions about your educational background.You are now waiting for an e-mail with your student ID # which begins with an 8 or a 9; it is not your CCC ID#. Disregard messages requesting transcripts. Note: Please check your e-mail Spam folder.Have you received your student ID #?Yes: Proceed to ‘Check Registration Appointment’ directions that follow this paragraph. On the login screen, follow directions which say ‘1st time signing in?’ No: Call us if at least two weeks have elapsed since you applied.Check Registration AppointmentGo to piercecollege.edu.Click Class Registration.Type your user name (student ID #) and password.Click Reg Date & Deadlines. Select Summer 2019.Look for Non-Credit under Session.Note: Online registration appointments are issued by the Los Angeles Community College District. We cannot change registration appointments.During your registration period (as stated in the previous paragraph), register for classes:Go to piercecollege.edu.Click Class Registration. Click Summer 2019 when asked. Type your user name (student ID #) and password.Click Enrollment Shopping Cart.Select Summer 2019. Click Continue.Type in 5-digit class number in Enter class number box.Click Enter (Click Waitlist box to be on the waiting list).Click Next. To add another class, repeat steps 5-7.In Select column, check box next to each class & click Enroll.Click Finish Enrolling.Waiting lists: Clear Shopping Cart. Repeat steps 1-9; pay special attention to step 6.To add classes after the semester starts:Attend the first session. If the instructor gives you a Permission Code, clear Shopping Cart, repeat above steps 1-9, and enter it in the ‘Permission Code’ box in step 6.Instructors may add students throughout the semester as space becomes available.Due to time constraints, phone assistance is limited. For further assistance, come to our computer lab in the Encore office.Parking PermitsPurchase at Business Office$7 – Cash OnlyPicture IDMust be currently enrolled in a Spring 2019 classPurchase OnlineUse the Student Portal to pay with credit card or check. Permits must be picked up at the Business Office. There is no mail-in.General Parking InformationVisit or call the Business Office regarding parking permits at (818) 719-6432.Parking Permits are required starting the third week of the Summer 2019 semester.Permits must be displayed clearly from rear view mirror.Parking Permit Refunds: All refunds must be claimed in person at the Business Office by presenting parking permit and receipt. Check with the Business Office for the parking permit refund deadline.Lost/stolen permits: The Business Office may sell you a new permit depending on availability.One day/30 Minute Parking Permits: Available from pay validation machines. Machines accept cash or credit cards but do not give change.$3 one-day permits are available in Lots 1, 6, 7, & 8 and can be used in any parking lot on campus.$1 - 30 minute parking permit is available in Lot 1 and only for use in spaces marked 30 minutes in Lot 1EmailStudents are encouraged to check their email regularly for class cancellations, changes and announcements.Log-in to LACCD Email:Go to piercecollege.edu.Click on Students, then Student Email.To FORWARD LACCD email to your personal email:Log in to your LACCD email (see above).Click on the cog wheel icon located on the top right and select Options.Click Search All Settings. Type f. Click on Forwarding.Enter email address you would like to have youremails forwarded to in box directly under Forwardmy email to.Click Save.Student ID CardCarry your Student ID Card with you at all times.Where to get a Student ID Card: CopyTech, located in the College Services Building, behind the Brahma Café(refer to map in this catalog).Students need to provide:Student ID number. Call the Encore office if you do not know your Student ID number.Proof of current enrollment. Students can download their schedule at CopyTech OR bring a print-out of their schedule. For CopyTech hours: (818) 710-4422DONATION FORMWhether you are a long time Encore supporter or giving for the first time, thank you for supporting Encore! Donations to the Encore Program provide for special projects, events, supplies and equipment. Please use this form to mail in your donation to:Pierce College Foundation – Encore6201 Winnetka Avenue #341Woodland Hills, CA 9137Donor Information NameAddressCityState Zip CodePhoneDonationMy check is enclosed in the amount of $(Checks payable to: Pierce College Foundation - Encore)This gift is:In appreciation of the Encore programIn appreciation of an Encore InstructorIn MemoryRemember someone special by giving a gift in their memory. Encore will send a card acknowledging your thoughtful donation to the person of your choice:NameAddressCityState Zip CodePhoneNameAddressCityState Zip CodePhoneIn HonorGive a gift to honor someone for a birthday, anniversary, to celebrate the birth of a grandchild or otherNameAddressCityState Zip CodePhoneCALENDAR OF CLASSESSummer 2019June 10 – July 12Class #Meeting timeNameRoomCourse Title12393MW 8-9 amTTh 8-10 amLacellePoolAquatic Fitness10706TTh 9:30 -12:30 pmTirrVLGE 8341Painterly Print10379TTh 1-4 pmTirrVLGE 8341Watercolor in Plain Sight10407MF 1-4 pmThorntonVLGE 8344Impressionist Painting12395MF 2-3:30 pmMark LevickElm 1728Supreme Court Roundup10741MTW 8-10 amMacDonaldNGym 5601Yoga/Mat Pilates10729MWF 1-3 pmShvetsovNGym 5601Body Movement12392MWF 10:30-12:30pmCumminsVLGE 8111Body Movement: Chair Yoga15295MWF 12:40-2:40pmCumminsVLGE 8111Body Movement: Chair Yoga10720MWTh 1-3 pmDomineMUS 3400Masterpieces of Music13906T 1-4 pmLevickBUS 3206Current Events: Focus Sports11892TW 9-12 pmPerretBU 3252Computer Literacy10443TW 9:30-12:30 pmKrausVLGE 8344Beginning Drawing12536TW 12:10-3:10 pmPerretBUS 3252Internet and Email Literacy10526TW 1-4 pmKrausVLGE 8344Fundamentals of Portrait Drawing10769TWTh 10:45-12:45 pmThorntonIRIS 0914Italian Renaissance: Art/Culture10754TWTh 1:45-3:45 pmThorntonIRIS 0914Art and the Majestic Landscape12394TTh 1-3:30 pmMeyerEarth 4101Science Discussions10482WTh 10-1 pmPittNGym 5600Beginning/Intermediate Drawing10637WTh 1:30-4:30 pmPittNGym 5602Beg. Watercolor/Watercolor PencilDATES:Semester June 10 – July 12Holiday July 4, 2019ArtClass #10443 Beginning DrawingKraus, Peter Tuesday and Wednesday 9:30-12:30 pmRoom: VLGE 8344 Class meets 2 days a weekWith just a few lessons anyone can learn to draw. Once you learn the basics, including shape, line, and shading, you can advance to other artistic interests quickly and easily. Bring 8.5" by 11" unlined white paper, pencil and eraser to first meeting. Other materials will be discussed at that time.Class #10482 Beginning and Intermediate DrawingPitt, DeborahWednesday and Thursday 10 -1 pmRoom: NGYM 5600Class meets 2 days a weekThis course uses directed exercises to explore graphite and colored pencil techniques as well as composition and drawing styles.Class #10706 Painterly PrintTirr, CatherineTuesday and Thursday 9:30-12:30 pmRoom: VLGE 8341Class meets 2 days a weekAll levels welcome. This introductory printmaking course will examine a range of printmaking techniques and possibilities: monotype, linoleum, stamp, collage, and others. We will generate small books and make multiple prints.Class #10526 Fundamentals of Portrait DrawingKraus, PeterTuesday and Wednesday 1- 4 pmRoom: VLGE 8344Class meets 2 days a weekBasic drawing skill recommended. In this hands-on course, via lecture, demo and critique, learn to develop the human head and facial features in a variety of traditional and contemporary ways. Bring table covering, table top easel, pencil, unlined paper and eraser to first meeting.Class #10637 Beginning Watercolor and Watercolor PencilsPitt, DeborahWednesday and Thursday 1:30-4:30 pmRoom: NGym 5602Class meets 2 days a weekThis course uses directed exercises to learn watercolor and watercolor pencil techniques and skills while exploring styles and personal ideas.Class #10379 Watercolor: In Plain SightTirr, CatherineTuesday and Thursday 1-4 pmRoom: VLGE 8341Class meets 2 days a weekThis course introduces the student to all types of applications of watercolor. It covers positive and negative painting, wet in wet, dry brush, glazing, and use of resists. It will enable the student to strengthen design and compositional skills, while covering the techniques needed to capture both still life and landscape, in expressive and imaginative ways. The class will combine observation with expression, to develop a unique personal vocabulary.Class #10407 Impressionist PaintingThornton, John PaulMonday and Friday 1-4 pmRoom: VLGE 8344Class meets 2 days a weekUsing light and color, students will create paintings in the Impressionist style. All mediums and levels welcome.Art HistoryClass #10754 Art and the Majestic LandscapeThornton, John PaulTuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 1:45-3:45 pm Room: IRIS 0914Class meets 3 days a week The beauty, aesthetic meaning and symbolic quality of landscape painting is explored. Impressionism, Classical Realism, and Expressionism provide cultural reflections of nature.Class #10769 Italian Renaissance: Art and CultureThornton, John Paul RoomTuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:45-12:45 pm Room: IRIS 0914Class meets 3 days a week.A survey of art comprising the rebirth of Western Civilization focusing on Florence, Siena, Rome, and Venice. Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Raphael, and Titian are puterClass #11892 Computer LiteracyPerret, JoeTuesday and Wednesday 9-12:00 pm Room: BUS 3252Class meets 2 days a puter Fundamentals: this course is designed to develop the basic skills in using a computer keyboard and mouse. These skills are key to sending e-mail, composing a letter, or for any other home computer activity. The course also covers the basics of using Windows. If you have little or no computer experience, this class is for you. Dive into computing in a friendly supportive atmosphere with this hands-on experience and you'll be a computer user before you know it. You’ll learn how to use Windows, work with drives, folders and Windows Explorer; and create, organize, save, and find files.Class #12536 Internet and Email LiteracyPerret, JoeTuesday and Wednesday 12:10 - 3:10 pmRoom: BUS 3252Class meets 2 days a week.Introduction to the Internet and Email: Come and learn how the Internet works and how to use a browser to effectively search and find things. You’ll learn the basics of getting connected and how to use a web browser and various search engines to find information about health, family, community, and entertainment issues. Learn how to send, receive, save, and print electronic mail and get a free email account.Special TopicsClass #12395 Supreme Court RoundupLevick, MarkMonday and Friday 2 - 3:30 pm Room: ELM 1728Class meets 2 days a week.meets 10 weeks (June 10 - Aug. 16)Review of significant and/or interesting decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court during the 2018-2019 term combined with general discussion of principles of Constitutional Law. Decisions of prior terms may also be discussed. Topics will include (but will not be limited to) gerrymandering, inclusion of citizenship question on 2020 Census and first amendment objections to cross-shaped memorials to fallen veterans on public land.Class #13906 Current Events: Focus Sports Levick, MarkTuesday 1-4 pmRoom: Bus 3206meets 10 weeks (June 11 - Aug. 13).Class meets 1 day a week. Lively discussion including (but not limited to) current financial, legal, ethical, and political issues in the local, national or world arena related to organized sports, not simply a recap of prior weeks' events.Class #12394 Science Discussions Meyer, CraigTuesday and Thursday 1 - 3:30 pm Room: Earth 4101Class meets 2 days a week.meets 6 weeks (June 11 - July 18).A discussion of basic scientific principles and their application to daily life. We will examine current topics of scientific interest and will not avoid uncomfortable topics for which there is solid scientific evidence.Health & FitnessBody Movement: Chair YogaCummins, DianaClass #12392 Monday, Wednesday and Friday10:30 - 12:30 pmRoom: VLGE 8111Class #15295 Monday, Wednesday and Friday12:40 - 2:40 pmRoom: VLGE 8111Class meets 3 days a week.Chair yoga is a class focusing on the Body-Mind system of Hatha Yoga that embraces healthful physical exercise and relaxation techniques. Designed to safely build stability and mobility, strength and flexibility in muscles and joints. Students will learn and practice seated and standing yoga poses and additional support materials (balls, straps, therabands, etc.). Also incorporated are strategies for reducing postural tension patterns and improvingbody alignment and yoga relaxation and breath techniques. Equipment is provided. Bring yoga mat for additional support.Class #10741 Yoga/Mat Pilates CombinationMacDonald, AmyMonday, Tuesday and Wednesday 8-10 amRoom: NGym 5601Class meets 3 days a week.Introduction to basic yoga postures and mat Pilates techniques, exploring proper alignment, core strength, flexibility, breath work, and balance improvement. Please bring a mat.Class #10729 Body MovementShvetsov, KristelMonday, Wednesday and Friday 1 - 3 pmRoom: NGym 5601Class meets 3 days a week. Improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat required.Class #12393 Aquatic FitnessLacelle, BryonMonday and Wednesday 8-9 am Tuesday and Thursday 8-10 am Room: POOLClass meets 4 days a week Fun, fat-burning fitness workout using shallow water techniques designed for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve posture, flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular fitness. Bring swimsuit and class attire (rash guards, shoes, etc.) for instructor to check. First day of class, we will review the syllabus, equipment and facility information for one hour and get in the water the second hour of class. MusicClass #10720 Masterpieces of MusicDomine, JamesMonday, Wednesday and Thursday 1 - 3 pm Room: MUS 3400Class meets 3 days a week The main style periods will be explored in chronological order, involving listening examples, discussion of the repertoire, as well as the composers and genres associated with each. Lectures will discuss the historical development of music including but not limited to Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern style periods. Students will learn elements of music such as formal compositional structure, melody and harmony, instrumentation, and basic terminology as they apply to specific genres and style periods. The class will also focus on live performances and venues in the community. Specific musical events provide an opportunity to meet and interview musicians actively involved in a variety of musical endeavors.Office: VLGE 8310A (behind South Gym)Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 4:00 pmTelephone: (818) 710-2561 ................
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