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General Interest Continuing Education & Part-time Studies Guide Winter/Spring 2015 continuingeducation@georgiancollege.ca 144 ZOOMER'S COuRSES Fifty Plus: Introduction To Computers Participants learn how to use a computer in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere starting with the basics. Using a hands-on approach, students will become familiar with fundamental terminology as well as how to create, save, edit and print a file. cMpS 0084 | 18 HRS $155 loc date day time OR JAN. 14 – FEB. 18 WED 1 – 4 P.M. MU APR. 24 – MAY 29 FRI 8 – 11 A.M. OR MAY 13 – JUNE 17 WED 4 – 7 P.M. SG MAY 22 – JUNE 26 FRI 9 – NOON understanding your Computer This course provides students with a brief history of computers, computer terminology and offers a basic introduction to Windows with hands-on practise using Microsoft Word, Excel and the internet. cMpS 0032 | 18 HRS $180 loc date day time SG JAN. 23 – FEB. 27 FRI 9 – NOON Gearing up Refresher This eight-hour Canada Safety Council (CSC) refresher course is designed to give motorcyclists the opportunity to brush up on riding skills. Students must hold an M or M2 licence and be able to demonstrate entry-level riding ability. Upon successful completion, students receive a CSC certificate of completion. Students can expect two hours of classroom theory and six hours practical riding. Riding exercises include slow speed manoeuvres, push steering, emergency braking, emergency swerving, collision avoidance and negotiating curves. Visit georgianmotorcycle.ca for schedules. This course is only offered in Barrie. DRVR 0012 | 8 HRS $179 Three-hour Introduction to Motorcycle Riding Not sure if motorcycling is for you? In this course, participants will be taught the very basics of operating a motorcycle. Participants will learn balancing, braking, and slow speed control. NOTE: This session does NOT replace the basic course. Participants will be prepared to take DRVR 0003 after this three-hour session. Visit georgianmotorcycle.ca for schedules. This course is only offered in Barrie. DRVR 0024 | 3 HRS $101 Customized Motorcycle Training – Basic M1 One-on-One This private motorcycle training course, with one student and one instructor, follows the same curriculum and format as DRVR 0003. Please refer to DRVR 0003 for further details. DRVR 0025 | 19 HRS $999 pER pERSON Three Extra – Fine-Tune your Riding Skills Need some riding practice? Now you can practise those rider skills that you want to run through again. Ride in our lot, on our training motorcycles, with instructor guidance. This training time is ideal for those who were unsuccessful on their M1 Exit Skills Evaluation and also for those who were successful but would like some extra riding time, or for those who have not been actively riding and want to gain some confidence. Full riding equipment (helmet; heavy, long sleeve jacket; long pants; gloves; and low- riding, above-the-ankle boots) is required for riding. DRVR 0034 | 3 HRS $119 Rider Training Basic – Can-Am Spyder (with licensing) Rider Training Basic is designed to teach the novice or experienced rider how to ride a three-wheeled motorcycle. This 10-hour course takes the rider through basic skills training including turning skills, shifting through gears, effective braking, and controlling vehicle speed. Includes classroom learning and riding skill practise in the training lot on a Can-Am Spyder. Skill evaluation is conducted at the end of the course by MTO- approved signing authorities. Can-Am Spyder roadsters will be provided. Riders who successfully complete the training course and the final test will be eligible to receive an M2(M) licence. Participants are required to hold an M1 permit prior to registering for this course. Full riding gear is required. DRVR 0031 | 10 HRS $469* *fEES SUBjEcT TO cHANGE. MOTORCYCLE TRAINING COuRSES (CONT.) PhOTOGRAPhY COuRSES Introduction to Digital Photography Each class consists of an introduction and hands-on training in digital camera photography. Topics include initial composition, lighting, photo manipulation and printing. Learn about the exciting and creative world of digital photography. Impress your family and friends with photos that they will treasure for years to come. A fun-oriented course that will undoubtedly change the way you think about photography. pHTO 0011 | 8 HRS $107 loc date day time SG FEB. 13 – MAR. 6 FRI 9 – 11 A.M. MU MAY 6 – MAY 13 WED 6:30 – 9:30 P.M. & MAY 20 6:30 – 8:30 P.M. MI MAY 9 SAT 8 – 4:30 P.M. OV JUNE 20 SAT 9 – 5:30 P.M. MI MAY 23 SAY 8 – 4:30 P.M. Introduction to Digital Photography 2 This hands-on course is for the novice digital photographer interested in better understanding their camera. Find out how to work the various settings on your camera such as close-up, landscape, action and people pictures in indoor and outdoor lighting. Participants should come dressed for the weather and have read their owner's manual. pHTO 0057 | 8 HRS $107 loc date day time MI MAY 23 SAT 8 – 4:30 P.M. MU MAY 27 – JUNE 3 WED 6:30 – 9:30 P.M. & JUNE 10 6:30 – 8:30 P.M.