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Class Name	Course Description
HVAC Maintenance for Homeowners	Learn basic procedures for performing preventative maintenance safely for various types of residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning systems found in most residential housing.
Implementing QMS Structure Into Your Business	As a manufacturer, especially one who is also a small business or startup, pursuing projects that require ISO 9001 or another QMS designation can be intimidating. Oftentimes, companies are told that becoming certified can potentially cost upwards of tens of thousands of dollars in initial training and investment. Let us help you navigate the decision to pursue your quality goals, and potentially save you thousands of dollars in getting started while giving you the confidence you need to pursue new contracts. Join us for the second of three classes to help make quality management systems (QMS) less intimidating and provide a casual learning environment where questions are encouraged. Pulling from the expertise of Kenton Dechant, quality manager for an international manufacturing firm, this session will focus on: •Reviewing contracts to determine quality requirements •Understanding purchasing controls within your company's processes •Producing your product, including development, procedures, equipment controls, and final approval •Continuous Improvement actions •Documentation, internal audits, management review, and more. •What QMS is NOT
Improv Games	Get ready to laugh, let loose, and think on your feet! This class is all about playful, high-energy games that challenge your creativity and test your willingness to go all in. Perfect for anyone looking to shake things up, build confidence, and have a great time. No experience needed — just bring your sense of humor and a willingness to commit to the bit! Join master educator Lindsey Newell for a series of theatre classes to help build confidence in film and theatre performance. After spending 13 years in Los Angeles as an actress, writer, and producer, Lindsey has returned to her hometown of Enid, OK. She believes that "anyone with enough curiosity and drive to learn can become an actor and improve their skill." She has spent the last few years teaching acting foundations, on-camera technique, and sitcom acting at Scott Sedita's Acting Studio in Larchmont Village, CA.
Incubator Admission Workshop	Learn the steps to apply for admission into our certified business incubator located at the Strate Center for Business Development.
Industrial Maintenance Independent Training	Industrial Maintenance independent study, which could include computer-based training, reskilling, short lessons, etc.
Industrial Mechanic Level 1	This course is designed to introduce basic mechanical skills for a entry level mechanic with no previous mechanical experience. You will learn the basic inner workings of simple hydraulic and pneumatic system and also the basics of mechanical systems that are belt, chain, and gear driven. Mechanical Training Systems Level 1: · Belt Drives 1 · Chain Drives 1 · Gear Drives 1 Basic Hydraulics: · Intro to Hydraulics Basic Pneumatics: · Intro to Pneumatics
Industrial Mechanic Level 2	This Level two course is designed for students that have completed the level one course or who have limited previous mechanical experience. The course will step you through the Basics of AC/DC Electricity and basic multimeter usage. Students will also be introduced to piping fundamentals where they will learn various plumbing task such as cutting, threading, pipe measurement, flaring tubing, and PVC installs. Basic AC/DC Electrical: · AC Circuit Fundamentals · DC Circuit Fundamentals Piping Fundamentals: · Identification of Pipes, Fittings, Valves, and Hangers · Piping Circuit Layout and Measurement · Calculating Pipe Length for Cutting, Reaming, and Threading Steel Pipe · Identification, Insulation, and Assembly of a Steel Pipe Circuit Using Threaded Fittings · Assembling a Hose Circuit Using Barb Fittings and Clamps, and PVC Pipe Using Cemented Fittings
Instructor I (Fire & EMS)	Prepares emergency service personnel to deliver a training class from a prepared lesson plan. It is appropriate for company officers, training officers, instructors in the fire service, EMS, emergency management, or industrial fire protection.
Intermediate Photography with Dawn Muncy	Please note, you must have a solid understanding of the exposure triangle to enroll in this class as it is the basis for all photography. Day 1: The magic of the exposure triangle. In the Intro to Photography class you will learn the basics of the exposure triangle, in this class we will dig deep into how to make the exposure triangle work for you to achieve your vision in camera. Learning to “get it in camera” will significantly reduce the need for editing and bring your images to life. Day 2: RAW, what is it and do I really want to use it? Perhaps the most powerful technology in photography is the ability to photograph in the Camera Raw setting. Learn why and how this incredible tool can help you attain results you never imagined possible. Day 3: Basic file adjustment and management. Learn to enhance what you have captured with basic file adjustments in photoshop and other file manipulation software. In this class we will delve into color balance, cropping, basic burn and dodge techniques and how to save and size your images for print, social media, archiving and more. We’ll also discuss the importance of adopting a file management structure to insure you can find and utilize your images for years to come. Day 4. The Business of Photography. In this class we’ll review a few necessities for kicking off a successful photography business. Photography is fun and so is the photography business when you start off with a solid foundation. Learn the basics of pricing to keep yourself in business as well as some best practices to keep you around and relevant for years to come.
Intro to Charcoal	In this class, students will learn the basics of charcoal drawing, including foundational techniques and various shading methods to bring depth and dimension to their artwork.
Intro to CNC: Aspire Software	This training includes a FREE month membership to the McCullough Lab at a $50 value. Students will learn to utilize the Aspire Software for the CNC Router. The class will include a hands-on project that students will be able to take home at the end. Students will needs to bring or purchase materials for their specific project.
Intro to Medical Spanish	This introduction class will study clinically relevant medical Spanish. Training on the proper use of language and verbiage used by healthcare providers in multiple disciplines to bridge the language barrier between caregivers and patients. Begin with improving interview skills, understanding of patient responses and ability to assist Spanish-speaking patients. In class patient simulation opportunities will be provided.
Intro to Programmable Logic Controllers/(Allen Bradley)	Upon completion of this course students will be able to identify the components of a PLC, download a PLC file using PLC Programming Software, monitor and safely run and stop a PLC using PLC software. Also students will perform hands on skills to store and load PLC images to and from a SD card and remove and install an ESM.
Introducción a Canva®	Introducción a Canva® te guía a través de los pasos para crear gráficos vibrantes y emocionantes para proyectos impresos y digitales. Esta clase para principiantes te guiará a través de las funciones de Canva® y te ayudará a comprender las habilidades básicas de diseño gráfico. Ya sea que tu objetivo sea diseñar para tu negocio o esfuerzos personales, ¡Intro to Canva® te ayudará a ganar la confianza para hacerlo! Tendrá que traer su computadora portátil para aprovechar al máximo esta clase de aprendizaje práctico.
Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2019 (OLT)	Ed2Go Learn to quickly and efficiently use Microsoft Excel 2016 and discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for setting up fully formatted worksheets. This course, taught by an experience Microsoft Excel instructor, provides in-depth knowledge for beginners that will have you using Excel like a pro.

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