COMPUTER CLASSES

Digital Photography for Products and Business (24 Hours)

Want to learn how to use your digital camera’s many functions and features? Learn about natural light, color, composition and the secrets to taking great photos. Class will also discuss using photos to promote a product or business. You will need to bring a digital SLR camera or an advanced point and shoot camera that has some manual options (and the operation manual, if available) to class.

6/4-6/27, TTH, 5:30-8:30 PM
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8/6-9/3, TTH 5:30-8:30 PM (No Class 8/22)
Morris $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Microsoft Word 2010 (24 Hours)

With our “hands on” Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 class you will learn to create professional quality documents that make you & your organization stand out! Produce high-caliber reports, letters, brochures, resumes, flyers, and more with easy-to-use formatting tools, themes, and designs.

6/18-8/6, T, 1:30-4:30 PM
Caudle $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Microsoft Excel 2010 (24 Hours)

With our “hands on” Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2010 class you will learn to create and manage your worksheet data and present that information in a professional way! Create eye-catching charts and summarize your data with just a few clicks! From sales reports to creating inventory lists or client databases, will give you the skills you need to stand out on the job.

6/19-8/7, W, 1:30-4:30 PM
Caudle $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-677-1207

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Microsoft Power Point 2010 (24 Hours)

With our “hands on” Introduction to Microsoft Power Point 2010 class you will discover how to create presentations that will grab your audience’s attention and leave people talking! Design materials that incorporate graphics, animation, transition effects, and more. From simple slide shows to high-impact presentations, this training course will help you convey the richness of your story.

6/20-8/15, TH, 1:30-4:30 PM (No class 7/4)
Caudle $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Pinterest for Marketing (3 Hours)

A 2012 study found that Pinterest is the third largest social media site. Pinterest is a virtual pinboard that allows you to organize and share items you find on the web. You can browse boards created by other people to discover new things and get inspiration from people who share your interests. Learn more about using this quickly growing social media tool in marketing your products or business.

7/22, M, 5:30–8:30 PM
Morris $30 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Outsmart your Android Smartphone (3 Hours)

You bought the smartphone, now what? This class will review common tasks on your Android device such as how to set up email, add your social network accounts, take and upload photos, show you how to customize your device, and much more. Bring your questions!

7/18, TH, 6:00–9:00 PM
Morris $25 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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There’s an App for That (3 Hours)

Like coupons? Want to see reviews of restaurants or events when you travel? Enjoy taking photos with your phone but would like to do more with those photos? Get the most out of your Android Smartphone using available applications and advanced settings.

7/25, TH, 6:00–9:00 PM
Morris $25 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Increase Business Productivity Using Your Smart Phone (6 Hours)

This course will introduce smart phone users to new methods of managing and marketing their business. We will concentrate on increasing productivity through the use of applications such as Google Calendar, Google docs, Gmail, Dropbox, accepting payments using your smart phone, etc. We will also discuss tools for basic marketing of your business to smart phone users, using applications like Four-square, Yelp, Facebook, and more.

7/30–8/1, TTH, 6:00–9:00 PM
Morris $25 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Relicense/Recertification

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 continu¬ing 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.

6/22, SA, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
McDonald $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207
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8/24, SA, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
McDonald $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Occupational Classes

Welding Skills for the Farm (24 Hours) NEW!

Learn the basic skills of stick and mig welding as well as the cutting process needed to repair broken equipment and tools on the farm. Understanding safe welding practices will be covered through lecture, demonstration, and practical applications.

5/15–6/6, WTH, 8:00-11:00 AM
Dover $55 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Auto Body Custom Painting Techniques (12 Hours)

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.

6/4-6/25, T, 6:00-9:00 PM
Buchanan $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Notary Public (8 Hours)

This class prepares students for the required NC Notary Public test. To become a notary you 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!

8/14, W, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Greene $65, (Plus text)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Health Occupational 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.

6/11, T, 5:30-9:30 PM
Potter $65 (Plus $5 for CPR card)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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General Interest Classes

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 NC resident. 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. Space is limited so pre-register early. From 1:00-6:00 PM will be the firing range portion of the class, so do not bring firearms into the MCC campus. A fee will be required by the Sheriff’s Office in order to register for the permit.

6/15, Sa, 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Huskins $85 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Basic Familiarization and Handgun Safety (8 Hours)

This course will familiarize you with the basic knowledge and skills for owning and operating a handgun safely. You will also learn safe gun handling, basic operation, gun maintenance, basic marksmanship-shooting skills, range rules and basic parts of a handgun.

7/23-7/30, T, 5:30–9:30 PM
Creson $30 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Jewelry Design & Creation for Beginners (10 Hours)

Learn to produce four simple but lovely chain maille jewelry items for gifts or personal wear, including 3 pairs of earrings and 1 bracelet. Students will need to bring a pair of jewelry pliers, a work mat, and small Ziploc baggies. Student will have an opportunity to order additional materials the first day of class. Pre-registration and payment are required to reserve your spot!

5/21-6/4, TTH, 9:30- 11:30am
McKinney $30 (Plus materials, All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Intermediate Jewelry Design (10 Hours)

Learn to create several beautiful, unusual jewelry pieces using intermediate chain maille techniques. Projects will include making bracelets, earrings, and a pendant. To register, students should have taken beginning level chain maille jewelry design, or have prior experience with weaving chain maille. Students will need to provide or purchase supplies. Students will be given the opportunity to order all necessary materials at wholesale prices during the first class meeting. The first class will meet for 1 hour; all other classes will meet for 3 hours. You must be present the first class to get in this course.

6/6-6/18, TTH, 9:30-12:30 AM
McKinney $30 (Plus materials, All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Couponing: The Great Shopping Game! (8 Hours)

Learn how to make a coupon binder, organize and store coupon inserts, explain the coupon jargon, and local stores coupon policies. This class will also teach students when local stores sales change, how to get the best use out of your coupons, and easy ways to find or get coupon inserts. Instructor will share some of the best websites and the coupon-sale matching websites. This class teaches you how to know when you are really getting a good deal and how you can actually make money using coupons. A list of supplies will be available the first day of class.

7/13-7/20, Sa, 8:00-12:00 PM
Horton $25 (Plus supplies, All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Marbled Paper Forming (8 Hours)

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.

7/10-7/17, W, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Styles $25 (Plus supplies, All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Calligraphy: The Art of Italic Writing (12 Hours)

Create written works in elegant calligraphy. Students will learn the basic strokes of italic lettering. Each student will need to bring a broad felt tip calligraphic pen (2.5 mm suggested), ruler, pencil, and unlined white copier paper to each meeting. A folder for student work is suggested.

6/3-6/20, MTH, 6:30-8:30 PM
Baugh $25 (Plus supplies, All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Creative Writing (24 Hours)

Have you ever read a book and thought to yourself, “I could have written that better?” Do you want to be the next Ernest Hemingway? Then Creative Writing is the course for you. This class will teach the basics of well written, strong short fiction and will give you the building blocks to writing. Students will write at least one short story, novella, or part of a novel that will be read by the entire class and given feedback on.

6/5-7/24, W, 6:00-9:00 PM
Calloway $65
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Painting Class (36 Hours)

This class is designed for beginning painters and those who wish a brush up on their skills. The student will learn basic techniques using acrylic or oil paints.

6/10-7/17, MW, 1:00-4:00 PM
Deasy $50 (Plus supplies, All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Drawing Class: (22 Hours)

This class will focus on basic drawing techniques using pencils, charcoal and pen and ink. The student will learn about the use of line, shapes, shading and perspective while drawing a still life, landscapes and figures.

6/11-7/25, TTH, 1:00-3:00 PM
(No class July 4)
Deasy $50 (Plus supplies, All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Let’s Start With Seeds (8 Hours)

Learn how to gather, clean, store, and propagate favorite plants from seeds. We will work with perennials, annuals, and native wild flowers.

6/11-6/20, TTH, 9:00-11:00 AM
McKinney $30 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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History and Folklore of Native Plants in Western NC (6 Hours)

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.

6/3-6/17, M, 6:00-8:00 PM
Johnson $30 (All Pay)
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1207

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Pottery Classes

Clay Classes (50 Hours)

Wheel throwing, hand building, sculpture, tabletop ware…ideas are unlimited. Ever wanted to try the pottery wheel? Come, give it a whirl! Can you hand build beautiful, useful things out of clay? Why not try? Instruction for all levels with an encouraging studio classroom.

6/11-8/13, T 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Welch $120 (Plus Supplies)
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6/14-8/16, F 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Welch $120 (Plus Supplies)EVENING (30 Hours)
6/13-8/22, TH 6:00-9:00 PM (No class 7/4)
Welch $120 (Plus Supplies)
Arts Centered in Baskerville
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Mitchell Campus at 828-766-1207

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