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ENCORE Program 2018 Summer Class Schedule

GENERAL INFORMATIONTable of ContentsGeneral Information...................................................................2Registration Procedures..............................................................3Email...........................................................................................4Student ID Cards.........................................................................4Parking........................................................................................4Donation Form............................................................................5Calendar of Classes.....................................................................6Class Descriptions....................................................................7-8Village map.................................................................................9Campus map.............................................................................10

Board of Trustees Sydney K. Kamlager, President Mike Fong, Vice President Gabriel Buelna, Ph.D. Andra Hoffman Ernest H. Moreno Scott J. Svonkin Steven F. Veres Christopher Martinez, Student Trustee

District Administration Francisco C. Rodriguez, Ph.D. Chancellor Deputy

Chancellor (Vacant) Robert B. Miller, D.P.A.,

Vice Chancellor of Finance Resource Development Ryan M. Cornner, Ed.D., Vice Chancellor of Educational

Programs and Institutional Effectiveness Albert J. Roman, D.P.A.,

Vice Chancellor of Human Resources Jeffrey M. Prieto, J.D., General Counsel David Salazar, AICP, Chief Facilities Executive

The 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 8am - 4:30pmTelephone: (818) 710-2561, (818) 710-4163Pierce College ENCORE web site

General Mailing Address:ENCORE, Pierce College, 6201 Winnetka Avenue, #341Woodland Hills, CA 91371

Encore 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.

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REGISTRATION PROCEDURESAre you taking classes in Spring 2018, or did you take classes in Fall 2017?

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).

1. Go to www.piercecollege.edu.2. Click Apply Online at the top right.3. At the bottom, click Click Here to Begin

Application.4. 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.

5. Click Start A New Application.6. Read the introduction. Click Start Application.7. Answer ALL questions. Click Submit.

a. Educational Goal: select Educational Development

b. Intended Major: select IGETC--General Education

8. Fill 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 (step 3), follow directions which say ‘1st time signing in?’ No: Call us if at least two weeks have elapsed since you applied.

Check Registration Appointment1. Go to www.piercecollege.edu.2. Click Class Registration.3. Type your user name (student ID #) and

password.4. Click Reg Date & Deadlines. Select Summer 2018.5. 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:

1. Go to www.piercecollege.edu.2. Click Class Registration. Click Summer 2018 when

asked. Type your user name (student ID #) and password.

3. Click Enrollment Shopping Cart.4. Select Summer 2018. Click Continue.5. Type in 5 digit class number in Enter class number

box.6. Click Enter (Click Waitlist box to be added to the

Waitlist).7. Click Next. To add another class, repeat steps 5-7.8. In Select column, check box next to each class &

click Enroll.9. 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.

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Parking PermitsPurchase at Business Office

$7 – Cash Only Picture ID Must be currently enrolled in a Summer 2018 class

Purchase 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 second week of the Summer 2018 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 1

EmailStudents are encouraged to check their email regularly for class cancellations, changes and announcements.

Log-in to LACCD Email:1. Go to piercecollege.edu.2. Click on Students, then Student Email.

To FORWARD LACCD email to your personal email:1. Log in to your LACCD email (see above).2. Click on the cog wheel icon located on the top right

and select Options.3. Click Search All Settings. Type f. Click on Forwarding.4. Enter email address you would like to have your

emails forwarded to in box directly under Forwardmy email to.

5. 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(see map on page 9).

Students need to provide:1. Student ID number. Call the Encore office if you do not

know your Student ID number.2. Proof of current enrollment. Students can download

their schedule at CopyTech OR bring a print-out of their schedule. For CopyTech hours: (818) 710-4422

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DONATION FORM

Whether 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.Mail your completed form along with your donation to:

Pierce College Foundation – Encore6201 Winnetka Avenue #341Woodland Hills, CA 9137

Donor Information Name_________________________________________________________________________________________________Address_______________________________________________________________________________________________City_________________________________________________State Zip Code______________________________Phone_________________________________________________________________________________________________

DonationMy check is enclosed in the amount of $______(Checks payable to: Pierce College Foundation - Encore)

This gift is: In appreciation of the Encore program In appreciation of an Encore Instructor In Memory

Remember someone special by giving a gift in their memory. Encore will send a card acknowledging your thoughtful donation to the person of your choice:

Name_________________________________________________________________________________________________Address_______________________________________________________________________________________________City_________________________________________________State Zip Code______________________________Phone_________________________________________________________________________________________________Name_________________________________________________________________________________________________Address_______________________________________________________________________________________________City_________________________________________________State Zip Code______________________________Phone_________________________________________________________________________________________________

In HonorGive a gift to honor someone for a birthday, anniversary, to celebrate the birth of a grandchild or otherName_________________________________________________________________________________________________Address_______________________________________________________________________________________________City_________________________________________________State Zip Code______________________________Phone_________________________________________________________________________________________________

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June 11 through July 13, 2018; Holiday on July 4th

Class Number

Class Title Instructor Instructional Days Instructional Start Time

Instructional End Time

Class Location

13971 Aquatic Fitness Lacelle Monday, Wednesday 8:00 am 9:00 am Pool

Aquatic Fitness Lacelle Tuesday, Thursday 8:00 am 10:00 am Pool

11146 Yoga MacDonald Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

8:00 am 10:00 am NGYM 5601

10710 Pastel for Beginners Kraus Tuesday, Wednesday 9:00 am 12:00 pm AT 3800

11085 Watercolor Finding Personal Style‐ Tirr Monday, Thursday 9:30 am 12:30 pm VLGE 8341

10769 Painting: Oil and Acrylic Lokiec Wednesday, Thursday 10:00 am 1:00 pm ART 3312

12768 Computer Perret Tuesday, Wednesday 10:00 am 1:00 pm BUS 3252

13970 Chair Yoga Cummins Monday, Wednesday, Friday

10:30 am 12:30pm VLGE 8344

11189 Art History Thornton Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

10:45 am 12:45 pm IRIS 0914

10836 Intermediate Drawing Kraus Tuesday, Wednesday 12:30 pm 3:30 pm AT 3800

11109 Music Domine Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

1:00 pm 3:00 pm MUS 3400

13972 More Stuff to Know About Science Meyer Tuesday, Thursday 1:00 pm 3:30 pm VLGE 8320

11128 Body Movement Shvetsov Monday, Wednesday, Friday

1:00 pm 3:00 pm NGYM 5601

10654 Portrait Painting Thornton Monday, Friday 1:00 pm 4:00 pm ART 3312

10610 Drawing with Color Media Tirr Monday, Thursday 1:00 pm 4:00 pm VLGE 8341

14162 Computer Perret Tuesday, Wednesday 1:10 pm 4:10 pm BUS 3252

10992 Drawing Explorations Lokiec Wednesday, Thursday 1:30 pm 4:30 pm NGYM 5602

11165 Art History Thornton Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

1:45 pm 3:45 pm IRIS 0914

13973 Supreme Court Roundup Levick Tuesday, Friday 2:00 pm 4:30 pm ELM 1728

14161 Digital Photography Nisan Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

2:00 pm 4:00 pm VLGE 8300

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ArtOLD ADL 42CE - Creative Art for SeniorsClass #10710, Pastel for BeginnersT W 9am-12pm AT 3800 KrausIf you have never used chalk pastels, or want to revisit the basics, this course will guide you step by step from color mixing‐ ‐ to handling of the vibrant medium in a variety of ways. Bring table top easel, table covering, soft pastels and pastel paper (if you have them) to the first meeting at which time materials will be discussed. Basic drawing skill recommended.

Class #10769, Painting: Oil and AcrylicW Th 10am-1pm ART 3312 LokiecAll levels welcome. We will explore the diverse possibilities of painting, from realism to abstraction. Slide lectures and demonstrations of materials will accompany the in-class projects. Bring painting materials to class and be prepared to experiment.

Class #10654, Portrait PaintingM F 1-4pm ART 3312 ThorntonCreate original portraits while studying the work of masters. Drawing, structure, lighting, color and expression will be covered. All mediums welcome. Drawing experience suggested.

Class #10992, Drawing ExplorationsW Th 1:30-4:30pm NGYM 5602 LokiecAll levels welcome. This class will cover numerous drawing techniques and strategies; we will collaborate, work from direct observation, and also draw from our imagination. Materials will include ink, charcoal, watercolors and pencil. Bring paper, pens and pencils for the first class meeting.

Class #11085, Watercolor-Finding Personal StyleM Th 9:30am-12:30pm VLGE 8341 TirrCourse introduces the student to all types of applications of watercolor including positive and negative painting, wet in wet, dry brush, glazing and use of resists. Strengthen design and compositional skills, while covering the techniques needed to capture both still life and landscape, in expressive and imaginative ways.

Class #10836, Intermediate DrawingT W 12:30-3:30pm AT 3800 KrausContinue honing your skills with structure, line and tone, as you explore texture, style and perspective. Bring 8.5”x11” white unlined paper, table top easel, pencil, kneaded eraser, blender and table covering to first meeting. Additional materials will be discussed at that time. Basic Drawing skill recommended.

Class #10610, Drawing with Color MediaM Th 1-4pm VLGE 8341 TirrThis course covers colored pencils, inktense, pastel and collage, while introducing line, tone and a variety of drawing techniques and color exercises to achieve the skills required to render a broad range of subjects, from still life to landscape.

Class #14161, Digital PhotographyT W Th 2-4pm VLGE 8300 NisanMake your digital camera work for you. Learn use of available light (natural or artificial), importance of composition, exposure and camera techniques that turn snapshots into professional‐quality photographs. Learn how to download, organize and store digital images. Bring camera and camera manual to first class meeting. This course utilizes Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR), Mirrorless camera or other digital cameras (no point & shoot or smart phones). Cameras need to have manual control capabilities in addition to automatic controls.

Art HistoryOLD ADL 56CE—Seeing and Understanding ArtClass #11189, Art and TransformationT W Th 10:45am-12:45pm IRIS 0914 ThorntonA new series shines light on artists from around the world whose art reflects profound personal transformation. Themes of philosophical insight, trauma, healing and spirituality provide inspiration.

Class #11165, American Art: Between the WarsT W Th 1:45-3:45pm IRIS 0914 ThorntonThe roaring Twenties and the Depression era gave birth to inspiring, creative movements: The Jazz Age, Public Murals, and America Scene-Painting.

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ComputerVocational Education 187CE—Computer Usage SkillsClass #12768, Computer Literacy for SeniorsT W 10am-1pm BUS 3252 PerretComputer 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 #14162, Internet and Email Literacy for SeniorsT W 1:10-4:10pm BUS 3252 PerretIntroduction 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.

Health & FitnessOLD ADL 52CE—Body Movement for SeniorsClass #13971 Aquatic Fitness13971 M W 8-9am & T Th 8-10am Pool LacelleFun, 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 not get in water, but we will discuss equipment, apparel, and tour facility.

Class #13970 Chair YogaM W Fr 10:30am-12:30pm VLGE 8344 CumminsThis chair Yoga based class is focused on developing stability and mobility while learning yoga poses that safely improve flexibility and strength during the course of the session. The

majority of the class will focus on positions done seated in the chair and will include some standing positions done with chair support. Poses will be modified for individual needs and information will be given to help support continued practice

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Class #11128 Body MovementM W F 1-3pm NGYM 5601 ShvetsovImprove cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat required.

Class #11146 YogaM T W 8-10am NGYM 5601 MacDonaldGentle stretching, core strength, deep breathing and stress reduction focusing techniques. Please bring mat to class.

MusicOLD ADL 49CE—Music Appreciation for SeniorsClass #11109, Great Composer Series: BeethovenM W Th 1-3pm MUS 3400 DomineA general survey of the symphonic works of Ludwig van Beethoven. This course will explore the composer’s music in its historical context as well as its philosophical meaning and aesthetic concerns. Lectures will involve listening examples, and discussion of the repertoire. Students will learn elements of music such as formal structure of musical composition, melody and harmony, instrumentation, and basic terminology as they apply to specific musical works by Beethoven.

Topics of InterestOLD ADL 60CE—Senior TopicsClass #13972, More Stuff to Know About ScienceT Th 1-3:30pm VLGE 8320 MeyerA 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.

Class #13973, Supreme Court RoundupT F 2-4:30pm ELM 1728 LevickReview of significant and/or interesting decisions of theU.S. Supreme Court during the 2017 2018 term combined with ‐general discussion of Constitutional Law principles. Decisions of prior terms may also be discussed. Topics will include (but will not be limited to) gerrymandering, agency shop laws for public

employee unions and first amendment objections to providing services (wedding cake bakery and same sex marriage).‐

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