Spring 2008
Class Schedule

• Arts & Culture
• Business & Investing
• Computers
• Free Services
• Hands-On History
• Home & Garden
• Just For Kids

• Languages
• Medical
• Music & Dance
• Online Classes
• Safety
• Special Interest
• Trade & Technical

Arts & Culture

A Shakespeare Sampler
Professor W. Nicholas Knight
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This is a lecture series for any level of Shakespearean interest and will include material on the theatre, politics, law, and life of the times. Each group of two lectures will be emphasizing the similarity of the two plays. You may want to catch up with the knowledge of relatives or expand on previous experience from school, reading, television, or theatre-going. Twelfth Night will be performed in Rolla at Leach Theatre this spring. After each session, from 8:00-9:00, a video will be shown. Enroll with friends for a great evening out. Individuals may pay to attend individual or pairs of lectures at any time in the schedule.

Jan. 30 – Romeo and Juliet
Feb. 6 – Midsummer’s Night’s Dream
Feb. 13 – Julius Caesar
Feb. 20 – Antony and Cleopatra
Feb. 27 – Hamlet and Numerous Versions
Mar. 5 – Hamlet
Mar. 12 – Twelfth Night
Mar. 19 – As You Like It
Apr. 2 – Henry IV (part one)
Apr. 9 – Henry IV (part two)
Apr. 16 – Othello
Apr. 23 – Lear
Apr. 30 – Winter’s Tale
May 7 – Tempest
May 14 – Shakespeare’s Life - Sonnets
May 21 – Overview and Conclusion about Shakespeare

Meets: Wednesdays; see dates above; 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $10 per lecture ($20 per pair of lectures)

Anatomy For Artists
Alex Heizer

For many artists, the human body is both the cause of much inspiration and the most frustration. With thousands of bumps, valleys, curves and angles, how can anyone make sense of it? In reality, the human body is very well organized and follows some simple rules that can help any artist improve their work. Proportions, movement, skeletal structure, muscles and lighting all can be used by artists to create realistic figures, regardless of the media or style. Minimum age 14.

Prerequisite: Basic drawing skills
Meets: Wednesdays; Jan. 30 – Mar. 19 (8 Weeks); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Materials: Any drawing materials such as pencils, pens, brushes, pastels, paper, canvas, etc. (no oil-based paint solvents; whatever else you are comfortable with)
Fee: $80 plus materials

Basic Art
Alex Heizer

This class will provide a basic overview of the aspects of creating art. Regardless of which media you choose to use, certain things apply to all visual art. Covering art styles and movements, common materials and their properties, color theory, perspective, basic anatomy and composition, this class would be good for anyone with basic experience and skills to get a good foundation that will help improve their art immediately. Minimum age 14.

Prerequisite: Basic drawing skills
Meets: Thursdays; Jan. 31 – Mar. 20 (8 Weeks); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Materials: Any drawing materials such as pencils, pens, brushes, pastels, paper, canvas, etc. (no oil-based paint solvents; whatever else you are comfortable with)
Fee: $80 plus materials

Creating Comics
Alex Heizer

If you've ever been interested in comics, anime, manga or graphic novels and wanted to make your own, this class will give you a great start! What makes a Spiderman, Inuyasha, Naruto or V for Vendetta? You'll learn the different styles and types; how to create a plot, storyline and characters; layouts and breakdowns; then pencil and final renderings. By the final class, you'll have a finished comic page (or maybe more!) to add to your portfolio. Minimum age 14.

Prerequisite: Basic drawing skills; Basic comic knowledge
Meets: Tuesdays; Jan. 29 – Mar. 18 (8 Weeks); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Materials: Large paper or illustration board (at least 11x17), drawing (non-mechanical) pencils, brushes, and black permanent ink (or artist's pens)
Fee: $80 plus materials

Creative Writing with a Purpose
Professor W. Nicholas Knight
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This is a course for any age person who wishes to write in any form for any purpose. Purposes may range from self-expression to publication. Form is open, but can fall into categories such as documentary prose to poetic forms. Autobiography, biography (genealogy), short story (factual, fictional, fantasy), novel, drama, letters, etc. may be explored, shared and produced.

Jan. 29 – Examples of self-expression
Feb. 5 – Journals and diary forms
Feb. 12 – Sharing and performing
Feb. 19 – Accurate descriptions
Feb. 26 – Effecting audience or reader
Mar. 4 – Editing, perfecting form, and deciding what to do with ones creation to meet the purpose of the endeavor.

This course may end with a public presentation event and eventual reproduction in some form, if desired.

Meets: Tuesdays; see above for dates; 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $10 per evening

Introduction to Acrylic Painting
Judy Campbell
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In this class you will learn the joy of working with a forgiving medium that dries quickly and washes up with soap and water! Work in progress will be easy to transport and there won't be any turpentine fumes. Basic techniques to be covered will include mixing colors and using mediums and glazes.

Meets: Tuesdays; Mar. 4 – Apr. 15 (6 weeks, skip Mar. 25); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Materials: Click here for a supply list
Fee: $60 plus materials

Intermediate Acrylic Painting
Judy Campbell
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In this class you will continue to develop the skills from the introductory course and apply them in more creative ways. Possible projects include murals and collages.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Acrylics or familiarity with basic color mixing and painting techniques
Meets: Tuesdays; Apr. 22 – May 27 (6 weeks); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Materials: Click here for a supply list
Fee: $60 plus materials

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The Basics of Selling on eBay

Learn from an eBay trained Education Specialist about selling on eBay. Find out how to open an eBay seller's account, set up a PayPal account, research potential products, create & monitor listings, improve existing listings, set pricing, and complete the transactions. Couples are welcome to pay one registration and share a computer and textbook (will only be able to set up one eBay seller account and one PayPal account).

Meets: Tuesdays; Apr. 1 – 8 (2 Weeks); 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $70 (Includes a Textbook)

Retirement Unlimited
Protection strategies to help secure your future
John Steele, CFP, CRPC

Take a close look at the concerns, misconceptions, and realities of retirement in America. The presentation will walk you through several factors that could deflate their retirement savings, such as taxes, inflation, and medical costs. The material will show you how you can grow your hard-earned money, distribution strategies, how to avoid unnecessary taxation, and how to leave legacy to your loved ones.

Meets: Thursdays; Jan. 24 – Feb. 7 (3 Weeks); 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.; at RTI
Materials: Students will need to purchase a $25 book from the instructor the first night
Fee: $20 plus materials

Mr. Steele is a Certified Financial Planner, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor, and Registered Investment Advisor with over 17 year of experience as a retirement planner.

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Introduction to Adobe PhotoShop
Staff

PhotoShop software is powerful software that provides users with a vast of array of tools for editing and creating images. In this beginning class, you will learn how to “get around” the PhotoShop interface and the basics of editing images. Topics include image solutions, understanding file formats, scanning and importing images and artwork.

Meets: Thursdays; Apr. 3 – 24 (4 weeks); 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $84

Adobe PhotoShop for Photographers
Staff

The class is designed for the beginning or intermediate photographer who is interested in exploring the creative enhancement potentials of PhotoShop. In this class you will learn how to set up a system for photographic manipulation, correction and enhancement of images, image editing, basic tool use, cloning, levels, curves, color correction, and scanning.

Meets: Thursdays; May 1 – 22 (4 weeks); 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $84

The Basics of Selling on eBay

Learn from an eBay trained Education Specialist about selling on eBay. Find out how to open an eBay seller's account, set up a PayPal account, research potential products, create & monitor listings, improve existing listings, set pricing, and complete the transactions. Couples are welcome to pay one registration and share a computer and textbook (will only be able to set up one eBay seller account and one PayPal account).

Meets: Tuesdays; Apr. 1 – 8 (2 Weeks); 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $70 (Includes a Textbook)

Computers Don’t Byte
Bill Bleckman

Attention new or prospective computer users – if you have no experience or very limited experience with computers, this ground zero class is for you. This class begins with the On/Off switch. Discussion topics include jargon and buzz words used in newspaper ads for purchasing computers. Students will be taught some fundamental Windows XP concepts. Various programs will be used to sample the major areas of computer applications including: word processing, database, spreadsheet, and email. The emphasis is on the computer for personal use.

Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays; Jan. 29 – Feb. 14 (3 weeks); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $55

Introduction to Linux and UNIX
Staff

Linux is a FREE alternative to Microsoft Windows. Besides being free, there are other advantages to using Linux – it is not prone to the viruses that plague Windows and it’s a stable operating system. It also has many cool new games included in its interface as well as a crisp new look. With this course, you will get a free copy of Linux and the basic knowledge you need to install it and explore a whole new world – the world of Open Source software.

Meets: Wednesdays; Apr. 2 – 23 (4 Weeks); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $60

Introduction to Microsoft Excel
Staff

In this course you will learn the basics of creating spreadsheets for accounting, budgeting, and other applications. Topics covered will include:

• Setting up and formatting worksheets
• Selecting, copying, moving, and deleting data
• Formatting cells
• Understanding absolute and relative references
• Writing and entering formulas
• Using simple statistical functions

Meets: Mondays; Apr. 7 – 28 (4 weeks); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $60

Intermediate Microsoft Excel
Staff

This course will expand on the topics covered in the Introduction to Microsoft Excel course. By the end of the course, you should know how to:

• Design effective spreadsheets that others can easily interpret
• Name and protect cells
• Create templates
• Write conditional formulas
• Work with multiple worksheets and workbooks
• Apply conditional formatting

Meets: Wednesdays; Apr. 30 – May 21 (4 weeks); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $60

Introduction to Microsoft Word
Bill Bleckman

This course covers the application of Microsoft Word using features found in all Windows word processors. Learn editing techniques and various text entry features. Topics include cursor movement, use of Windows, selecting, and cut and paste tools. Learn how to format your document and set tables and margins, tabs, line spacing, text justification, and thesaurus and spelling. This course of instruction is designed to help both the beginning and intermediate user.

Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays; Apr. 1 – Apr. 24 (4 Weeks); 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $70

Surfing the Internet
Bill Bleckman

The “Dot Coms” are everywhere! Learn how to access them by surfing the Internet. Don’t be left behind – see how the Internet can be educational, fun, and a true time saver when you’re looking for information. Learn the basics of logging on and exploring the World Wide Web. Discover great sites for both children and adults. Join us as we explore the world without ever leaving our chairs.

Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays; Mar. 4 – Mar. 20; 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $55

Switching to OpenOffice
Doyle McClellan

OpenOffice is a complete office suite that is absolutely free. Create documents, spreadsheets, Web pages, presentations, and more while saving hundreds of dollars. Open and save in Microsoft Office formats. While you are at it, create PDFs without a separate Adobe license. This class is intended for people who are already familiar with how to use computers. Participants will each receive a copy of OpenOffice to install at home.

Meets: Thursday; Mar. 13 (1 night); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTC
Fee: $15 (includes a copy of OpenOffice)

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Career Testing & Counseling

Stuck in a dead-end job? Wonder what career is right for you? What career would make you happy, make you fill fulfilled? Wonder where you could make your greatest contribution? If you are a teenager or an adult (of any age) thinking about these questions, make an appointment at the Missouri Center for Career Education (MCCE) resource center, located in room 135 at Rolla Technical Institute (RTI), for free career testing and counseling.

The career testing/counseling services are free and there is no obligation to RTI. For more information or to make an appointment, call Larry Nash, MCCE Career Education Coordinator, at 573.458.0150 Ext. 15135.

GED Preparation

Open the Door to Your Future…Obtain a GED

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people get their GED (General Educational Development) Diplomas. That opportunity is available right here in Rolla and surrounding communities through the Adult Education & Literacy (AEL) Program administered by Rolla Technical Institute. Classes to assist adults in preparing for the GED are offered at no cost to qualified students and feature flexible class times, self-paced learning, individualized instruction, certified teachers, and a relaxed classroom/learning atmosphere.

The Rolla class is located at the Missouri Career Center (formerly Work Connections) in the Forum Plaza Shopping Center. Daytime and evening classes are also available in the surrounding communities of St. James, Cuba, Belle, Salem, Bunker, Newburg, Vinna, and online. Adults 16 and over not attending public school qualify for the program. Class site enrollment is available on a “walk in” basis during the hours the site is open. For further information, contact AEL Director Nancy Eads at 573.458.0150 Ext. 15150.

Understanding Mental Illness
Barbara French and Marie Allen

This course is designed to help the families and/or loved ones of people with brain disorders (mental illness) understand and support their relative while maintaining their own well being. During this twelve-week course, information will be given about major depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder, co-occurring brain disorders, and addictive disorders .

Additionally, up-to-date information about medications, side-effects, strategies for medication adherence and coping skills such as problem solving, listening and communication techniques will be addressed.

This course is provided by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Central Ozarks located in Rolla, Missouri and is funded by the Missouri Department of Mental Health.

Participants must be a family member or friend of someone with a brain disorder (mental illness). Call to enroll; pre-screening is required.

Meets: Tuesdays; Jan. 29 – Apr. 22 (12 weeks; no class on Mar. 25); 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: Free (includes a textbook)

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Great Civil War Battles in Detail
Professor W. Nicholas Knight
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This is a series of lectures for any person wishing to know about battles and how they are composed of specific separate incidents, developments and outcomes. Each evening is a stand-alone lecture and participants may enroll for just one evening or for a combination of evenings.

Jan. 31 – Sharing diary of the instructor’s relative’s diary of Chickamauga and
the Tullahoma Campaign, including Chattanooga – Charles Dunke Hammer
Feb. 7 – What happened at Wilson’s Creek and why, as well as Pea Ridge – Lynons
Feb. 14 – Manassas or Battle of Bull Run (both battles) – McClellan
Feb. 21 – Shiloh – Grant & Franklin
Feb. 28 – Stones River & Antietam – Burnside
Mar. 6 – Atlanta
Mar. 13 – Vicksburg & Chancellorsville – Stonewall Jackson
Mar. 20 – Gettysburg – Lee
Apr. 3 – Nashville & Petersburg – Thomas
Apr. 10 – Appomattox – Chamberlain
Apr. 17 – Sharing one’s own narration of an episode, if desired

Throughout, videos may accompany presentation or be viewed free with anyone else and, instructor, from 8:00-9:00, after each session.

Meets: Thursdays; see above for dates; 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $10 per lecture

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Spring Gardening 101
Cord Jenkins

If you are itching to get back to work on your lawn or garden, this 2-hour course is for you! Cord will cover the basics of container gardening, mowing and lawn care, and vegetable gardening to get your spring off to a “green” start!

Meets: Thursday; Apr. 10; 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $10

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Feathers, Fins, and Furry Little Friends
Robin Wilson

Attention parents: if your child just got a new pet for Christmas that will make its home in a bowl or a cage, this class is a must! Using live animals and an interactive format, Robin will cover all the basics of how to be a responsible pet owner including how to properly care for and keep these critters safe.

Meets: Wednesday; Jan. 30 (1 night); 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $10

Four Legged Friends
Robin Wilson

Attention parents: if your child just got a new pet for Christmas that has four legs and a tail, this class is a must! Using live animals and an interactive format, Robin will cover all the basics of how to be a responsible pet owner including how to properly care for and keep these critters safe.

Meets: Wednesday; Feb. 6 (1 night); 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $10

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Ich Spreche Deutsch (German l)
Inge Collins

This course aims at providing the student with the basic tools necessary for oral and written communication in German. The practical basic vocabulary is adapted to present day needs and in sample situations of the kind, which a student is likely to incur in one’s initial contacts with Germans. The course includes: introducing one’s self, asking for directions, giving information and learning one’s whereabouts, going shopping, conversation at parties, handling traffic difficulties, etc. Students must not get tired when requested to repeat a word, a phrase or a sentence several times until you can imitate your teachers pronunciation and intonation to the best of you’re abilities until your spoken German sounds as close to that of a native speaker as possible. Remember: The secret of mastering of foreign language is constant listening, repeating, and practicing.

Meets: Thursdays; Feb. 28 – Apr. 24 (8 weeks); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at RTI
Fee: $69

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BLS Instructor
Greg Campbell

The BLS Core Instructor Course is a one-day computer-based self study course. Course participants must have a current BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification and must have previously completed the AHA Core Instructor Course. The deadline for registration is February 29 to allow the instructor time to order the Core Instructor Course manuals.

Meets: Friday; Mar. 14; 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; at RTC
Fee: $225 (includes manuals)

Certified Medication Technician (CMT)
Debra Laferney, RN

This course is designed to instruct CNAs in passing medications in long-term nursing facilities. Course includes 60 hours of theory and 20 hours clinical under approved facility staff supervision.

Meets: Mondays & Wednesdays; entrance exam Feb. 11, class meets Feb. 13 – Apr. 21; 8:00 a.m. – noon; at RTC
Fee: $300

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
Debra Laferney, RN

A 75-hour mandated course for those aspiring to become nurse’s aides. In addition to classroom instruction, students must have 100 hours of on-the-job training (OJT) at a long-term nursing care institution, supervised by the institution’s approved staff. Students who successfully complete the final examination will have met the Missouri State CNA certification requirements. CNA certification is a pre-requisite for becoming a Certified Medication Technician (CMT). Maximum of 15 students per class. A schedule of units and waiting list of students are kept in the Community Education office. All missed class periods must be made up and OJT completed before final testing is scheduled.

Meets: ON-GOING; at RTC
Fee: $325

EMS Instructor
Greg Campbell

This is a 40-hour DOT National Standard Curriculum course designed to prepare the participant to instruct DOT EMS related material, prepare lesson plans, and to use multi-media and various teaching techniques. This training is required by MO-BEMS for training entity and instructor accreditation.

Meets: Thursdays & Fridays; Feb. 15, 21, 22, 28, & 29; 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; at RTC
Fee: $300

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Basic)
Bryan Lambeth

Training designed to enable an individual to recognize life-threatening illness or injury and utilize skills and equipment to correct and combat life-threatening emergencies. Applicants must be in good physical condition. Clinical experience in a hospital, ambulance, and extrication work is required. Successful completion of this course will qualify the student to take the state exam for EMT certification. Must be at least 18 years of age to enroll. This is the prerequisite for applying to and entering the EMT-Paramedic course that is offered each fall at RTC. Class size is limited to 20 students.

Meets:
Session 1: Mondays & Thursdays; begins Jan. 7 (20 Weeks); 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.; at RTC
Session 2: Mondays & Thursdays; begins Aug. 11 (20 Weeks); 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.; at RTC
Fee: EMT-Basic $725; retake without books $495; refresher without books $250; refresher or retake with books add $100

Insulin Therapy
Debra Laferney, RN

Learn the disease process of diabetes and how to monitor for signs and symptoms of hypo or hyperglycemia. Instructions will include measuring and administering insulin. Must have CMT or Level 1 Medication Aide Certification.

Meets: Friday; date TBD; 8:00 a.m. – Noon; at RTC
Fee: Call for fee

Paramedic Refresher
Greg Campbell

This is a 48-hour DOT National Standard Core Curriculum paramedic refresher course. This course is designed to cover all the general core material of essential paramedic training for refreshing the paramedic for relicensure and recertification through the NREMT.

Meets: Tuesdays, Wednesday, & Thursdays; Jan. 22, 24, 29, 31, Feb. 5, & 6; 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; at RTC
Fee: $275

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Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People
A Workshop for Anyone Who Has Always Wanted to Play the Piano
David Haynes
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If you yearn to experience the joy of playing piano, but you don't want years of weekly lessons, this short course is for you. A tortuous regimen of scales, exercises, note reading, counting and theory usually associated with piano lessons is not necessary. If you’re a true beginner in music, or an experienced note reader who wants to be freed from reading notes, in just one enjoyable evening you can learn enough secrets of the trade to make piano playing a part of your life, learning to play the way the pros do--with chords. Save time and money with this innovative approach that shows you the easy way to play several songs right in class, and then develop your techniques on your own piano or keyboard using the exclusive CD provided by the instructor. You'll learn all the chords needed to play any song, any style and any key including: gospel, country, blues, standards, show tunes, Christmas carols, etc. You'll also get a healthy dose of insider secrets on how to embellish songs.

This is an absolutely beginning class in chord piano techniques that will have you playing your favorite songs soon after only one session. It’s a proven, fun and relaxed approach to professional-style playing. No one will be embarrassed or put on the spot in class and people are amazed at how much they learn in just one session. If you can find middle C and know the meaning of Every Good Boy Does Fine, you already know enough to enroll in this workshop. If not, simply ask for a free pamphlet and then register with confidence! Cost of the course is $49, plus an additional $25 materials fee collected in class (32-page book and a 68-minute practice CD which reviews the concepts taught in class). The CD walks you through the process of playing each song through listening and imitating step by step. Because enrollment is limited, pre-registration is requested in order to estimate the number of books needed.

This class is designed for adult participants and students must be at least 14 to enroll.

Meets: Thursday; Apr. 10; 6:00 - 9:30 p.m.; at RTI
Materials: Students will need to purchase a book and 68-minute practice CD from instructor for $25
Fee: $49 plus materials

Beginning Middle Eastern Dance
Lysandra Hebert

Come experience the most fun you've ever had while exercising! Middle Eastern dance is an ancient art form that has amazing health benefits for your body and mind. Experience stress relieving benefits as you burn calories and sculpt curves. Wear loose-fitting clothing, bring a water bottle, and be prepared to dance bare-foot.

Meets: Tuesdays; Jan. 29 – Mar. 18 (8 weeks); 7:15 – 8:15 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $32

Partner Dance
Swing & Texas 2 Step
Karlie Lane

The Swing and Texas 2 Step are two of Karlie's favorite dances. In this class, he will start off with the basic steps and have you twirling before you know it. This has been a popular class, so you may want to sign up early and reserve your space. Make it a date night and enjoy!

Meets: Fridays; Feb. 1 – Mar. 21 (8 weeks); 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $48 per person ($96 per couple)

Pure Country Line Dance
Karlie Lane

Love to dance, but lack a partner? Enjoy country music? Seeking a fun way to get in shape? Tired of sitting on the sidelines and watching others dance? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this class is for you! Karlie Lane, previous owner of Kadillac Ranch Stampede, will teach you the steps to the Bombshell Stomp, Tush Push, Easy Walkin’, Slappin’ Leather, One Step Forward, Sugar Bear Twist, God Bless Texas, Get in Line, and many more. Join Karlie for a fun filled evening and get off of the side lines and start DANCING!

Meets: Tuesdays; Jan. 29 – Mar. 18 (8 weeks); 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $48 per person

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Rolla Community and Continuing Education and RTI are pleased to offer a wide variety of online courses through a partnership with Education To Go. These courses run for 6 weeks and consist of 12 lessons. All materials are available over the WEB. Read your lessons and ask questions of your instructor at times that are most convenient to you. All you need to get started is Internet access, an e-mail address, and a Web browser. Please visit www.ed2go.com/rti for a complete list of classes, requirements, demonstrations, and additional information.

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Concealed Weapons
Bill Bleckman

This course will fulfill the State of Missouri training requirement to be able to carry a concealed weapon or firearm. The twelve-hour course will teach handgun safety including a demonstration of how to safely load and unload the weapon, how to carry and clean it, and how to safely store it in the home. The class will cover the concealed carry chapter of the law along with the justification of defense chapter. The class also has a required marksmanship section where students must hit a target. Students must qualify on both a revolver and semi-automatic. Students must bring own weapons to the range.

Meets: 12 classroom hours and a range date; Classes forming regularly, sign-up now; at RTI
Fee: $75

FIRST Steps Pistol Orientation
Dian Cooper & Barbara Baird

FIRST Steps – Firearm Instruction, Responsibility and Safety Training – is the National Rifle Association’s (NRA) response to the American public’s need for a firearm orientation program for new purchasers of guns. The NRA FIRST Steps Program is designed to provide a hands-on introduction to the safe handling of one specific firearm model. The course provides a thorough introduction to firearm safety, handling and shooting skills in two sessions with two hours in the classroom and one hour on a local range (Rolla Shooting Club). Each student may provide a firearm or use a loaner firearm courtesy of Smith & Wesson while at the range. DO NOT BRING A FIREARM TO RTI. ALSO, NO LIVE AMMUNITION IS ALLOWED ON CAMPUS AT RTI.

Designed for the new shooter, FIRST Steps is taught by NRA-certified pistol instructors, Dian Cooper and Barbara Baird, and stresses active training and learning by doing. Lessons include Introduction to Pistol Safety, Parts and Operation; Introduction to Ammunition and the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting; Introduction to Pistol Shooting/Range; and Introduction to Pistol cleaning, Storage, and Training Opportunities.

The class will offer hands-on experience with dummy firearms in the classroom, real firearms on the range, and a gun cleaning workshop. The course will be split into two sessions – the classroom session at RTI and the range session at the Rolla Shooting Club later in the week. Students will shoot 50 rounds total.

The class is a good orientation for those who would eventually like to obtain a Missouri Concealed Carry Permit.

Students must be 21 years old. Students should bring their own eye and ear protection and a ball cap to the shooting range portion of the class. Students who are late will not be allowed to take the class, and no refunds will be issued.

Meets: FIRST Steps will be offered twice a month with the classroom session Thursday evenings from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at RTI and the range session on Saturday mornings from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the Rolla Shooting Club. The first class will be Thursday, January 31 and Saturday, February 2. Additional classes will be offered every other week. Call RTI for dates. Class size is limited to 8, so enroll early to reserve a spot in the class of your choice.
Fee: $80 (includes materials, ammo, and range fees)

Gun & Hunter Safety
Larry Lindeman, Missouri Conservation Agent

Get ready for hunting season by taking this firearm certification class. Anyone born after January 1, 1967 must have certification to obtain a firearm and/or hunting permit. You must attend all sessions and pass the test to receive a certificate. Class open to students 11 years of age or over. Enrollment is limited. Early enrollment ensures your place in class.

Meets: Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday; Apr. 1 – 3 (3 nights); 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $2.50

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Photography I
Bob Phelan

Learn a lifelong skill that will bring you enjoyment with your 35 mm, medium format, or digital camera. Film selection, use of lenses, filters, flash, basics of light, exposure, composition and photographic techniques will be covered. Learn how to get more creative control of your new auto-focus, auto-everything camera. Bring your camera and owner’s manual to class. Class will also include discussion of features to look for in the purchase of a camera.

Meets: Wednesdays; Jan. 30 – Feb. 27 (5 Weeks); 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $50

Photography II
Bob Phelan

Learn advanced techniques of portraits, weddings, wildlife, nature photography, and any other areas of interest to the students. Emphasis will be on hands-on techniques, with photographic field trips planned. Beginning dark room techniques may be covered based on student interest.

Meets: Wednesdays; Mar. 12 – Apr. 9 (5 Weeks); 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $50

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ESCO Institute EPA Refrigerant Certification Exam
Neal Broyles

This is an Environmental Protection Agency approved refrigerant recovery and handling certification self-study course and test. Registration will begin one month before the test date, and the registration costs include a study guide and the test fee. Students must pay the registration fee in advance, and it is non-refundable.

Meets: TBD (exam only); at RTI
Fee: $75

PLC Programming
Chip Parker

This is a 24-hour introductory course in PLC Programming. The focus of this training will be the Allen Bradley SLC 500 series programmable controller and the skills taught will include troubleshooting and ladder logic programming. Additionally, machine control circuitry will be emphasized with extensive hands on programming experience to complement lecture and discussion sessions.

Enrollment is limited to seven students, so enroll early to secure a spot in this course.

Meets: Wednesdays; Jan. 30 – Mar. 19 (8 weeks); 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.; at RTI
Fee: $375

Woodworking
Larry Nash

This course will cover basic woodworking skills and allow students the opportunity to build a project in a high-tech cabinetmaking/carpentry shop. Course content will include shop safety, hand tool and machine processes, wood jointing, construction techniques, and project planning and design. Students will use information given to plan and build a small project of their choice. The instructor will help each student develop a materials list for their individual project.

Meets: Thursdays; Jan. 31 – Mar. 20 (8 weeks); 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; at RTI
Materials: Students will purchase their own materials (wood and other small supplies) after the first night of class
Fee: $84

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