| Course # |
Title |
Location |
Meeting Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Cost |
| Computer Courses |
| 82352 |
Windows Live e-Mail |
Woodland Terrace 
[ Google Map ] |
T
1/24 - 2/7 |
1 - 3 p.m. |
TBA | $45 |
|
Windows Live email You've got mail … This class begins with an overview of email functions and features. Students will then be guided through the basics of sending and receiving mail, sending photos and other attachments, adding and editing contact information, and more. Students will be given an email account to use for this class. |
| 82354 |
Social Networking - Facebook |
Woodland Terrace
[ Google Map ] |
T 1/24 - 1/31 |
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. |
TBA | $45 |
| Facebook is a social networking service with more than 800 million active users. In this class, each student will create a personal Facebook account and profile; add other users as friends; and learn how to use privacy settings to control access to posted information. Students will also learn how to use the "Wall" (a space where friends can post messages) and how to upload photos and create albums. |
| 82359 | Computer 101 |
Magnolia Glen |
Th 2/9 - 3/8 |
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. |
TBA | $45 |
|
If you're a computer novice, this class is for you! Computer 101 is a basic computer class that includes an introduction to the keyboard and mouse, an overview of Windows and the Internet, and a discussion of software and email. |
| 82357 | Computer 101 |
Woodland Terrace
[ Google Map ] |
T 4/10 - 5/8 |
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. |
TBA | $45 |
|
If you're a computer novice, this class is for you! Computer 101 is a basic computer class that includes an introduction
to the keyboard and mouse, an overview of Windows and the Internet, and a discussion of software and email.
|
| 82358 | Picasa Photo Editing |
Woodland Terrace
[ Google Map ] |
T 2/28 - 3/13 |
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. |
TBA | $45 |
| Love taking digital photos - but finding too many stored in your camera? Organize, edit, and print your photos quickly and simply using Picasa, a photo editing software. You'll learn how to arrange photos into folders and albums and how to use editing tools to improve almost any photo with one click. Erase blemishes, adjust color and lighting, add special effects such as sepia, and add captions to help your photos tell a story. |
| 82360 | Computer 201 |
Magnolia Glen |
Th 3/22 - 4/19 |
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. |
TBA | $45 |
|
Continue to build your computer skills in this exploratory class. You'll work with Microsoft Windows and become familiar with stored and temporary files, learn to use a browser and search the Internet, and find out how to make sure your journey into cyberspace is secure. You'll also explore external ports, printing, and formats for using CDs and DVDs. While you enjoy playing with your computer, you'll be learning simple maintenance routines. The class will conclude with hands-on lab exercises and a discussion of evolving computer technologies. |
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| Leisure Courses |
| 82380 | Conversational
Spanish II |
Woodland Terrace
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TH 2/2 - 4/19 |
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
|
TBA |
$65 |
| Conversational Spanish II, continuing where Spanish I left off, this class will familiarize students with Spanish language basics and cover vocabulary related to the human body, time, household objects and rooms, numbers, entertainment, clothing, animals, and school subjects. The Spanish I textbook, Spanish is Fun is also used for this class. |
| 82386 | Conversational Spanish I |
Western Wake Campus |
S 2/4 - 3/31 |
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
|
TBA |
$65 |
|
Conversational Spanish I is designed to provide you with a basic understanding of the Spanish language, this comfortably-paced course will enable you to have conversations with Spanish-speaking individuals. The course textbook, Spanish is Fun, is available at the Wake Tech bookstore for $25.75. |
| 82404 |
The Second World War |
Woodland Terrace
[ Google Map ] |
T 2/7 - 4/24 |
6 - 7 p.m. |
TBA |
$40 |
|
The Second World War is a concise history of the Second World War from a political and military perspective. This course will provide students with an insight and better understanding of the impact of the events which took place before and during the war years. |
| 82405 | The Second World War |
Western Wake Campus |
Th 3/1 - 5/17 |
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
|
TBA |
$40 |
|
The Second World War is a concise history of the Second World War from a political and military perspective. This course will provide students with an insight and better understanding of the impact of the events which took place before and during the war years. |
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| Health & Wellness Courses |
| 82388 | Tai Chi |
Northern Wake Campus |
M 1/30 - 3/5 |
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
|
TBA |
$24 |
|
The Tai Chi for Health program is appropriate for beginners and seniors. The Sun Style Tai Chi is especially beneficial for arthritis because it contains Qigong exercises to enhance healing, agile steps to improve mobility, and improve balance. This program is easy-to-learn, safe, and effective. The program includes warm- up, cool-down, Qigong exercises, special precautions, and tai chi movements. |
| 82372 |
Get Organized! |
Western Wake Campus |
M 2/20 |
6 - 9 p.m. |
TBA |
$30 |
|
Get Organized! | Are you totally overwhelmed, frustrated and stressed out with the mounds of postponed decisions piling up around you? If you just can't seem to conquer the clutter, this class will provide basic organizing principles to get you started. You'll get tips and ideas you can use immediately to organize every room in your house -- and office too! |
| 82384 |
Yoga for Plus 50 |
Western Wake Campus |
W 3/28 - 5/2 |
6 - 7 p.m. |
TBA |
$32 |
|
In this class for all levels you will move through specific standing, seated, and balancing postures, gaining strength, balance, and flexibility in the process. Anyone can participate, as you will learn to recognize your strengths and limits and begin to build a practice that suits your own individual ability. |
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| Entertainment & Career Courses |
| 82363 |
Professional Organizing as a Career |
Western Wake Campus |
T 2/21 - 3/20 |
6-8 p.m. |
TBA |
$65 |
|
Learn how to become a professional organizer and build a profitable business! Create a business plan while learning about the organizing profession and understanding how to work with clients. |
| 82376 |
Stories of Survival: Your Life, Your Words |
Woodland Terrace
[ Google Map ] |
F 3/2 - 3/30 |
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
|
TBA |
$54 |
|
Survivor stories help people use writing as a tool to gain control and find meaning in their lives following trauma or hardship. Students will use writing exercises to tap memories and create personal writings about their survival. This class is for anyone who has struggled and made it through - for anyone with a story to tell! |
| 82366 |
Get Paid to Talk |
Northern Wake Campus |
M 4/16 |
6:30 - 9 p.m. |
TBA |
$40 |
|
Getting Paid to Talk: Making Money With Your Voice | Get paid to talk! Have you ever been told you have a great voice? This class will help you explore opportunities for voiceover work. You will learn how to prepare a demo, how to find work, and how to be successful. A great first step for anyone interested in voice acting professionally. |
