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Perhaps you have a special talent or expertise in a particular area and would like to teach a non-credit class for MSC. Submit a proposal to teach form which can be found on our web site at www.matsu.alaska.edu under Community Education. Call the Workforce Development & Community Education office at
745-9718 for more information.
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Course Schedule
Fall 2008

Community
Education
Classes

Course Schedule subject to change.
Updated 11/24/08 @ 11:12A

● Business Finance (non-credit)

● Community Education (non-credit)

● Computer Programs (non-credit)

● Languages (non-credit)

● Physical Education & Recreation

Fall 2008 Course Schedule - more information

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Community Education / Non-Credit Courses: Our goal is to provide a variety of learning and teaching opportunities for a diverse community in order to educate, entertain and enrich the lives of our residents. Community education is an important component of any community college because it provides an opportunity to remain actively and mindfully engaged in lifelong learning. A wide array of possible topics may include business & professional development, computers & technology, finance & investing, heath & wellness, home & garden, fitness, sports & recreation, personal growth & development as well as other topics.

Enrollment: Enrollment in community education classes is on a first-come, first-served basis. Pre-enrollment is required. The decision to cancel a class for lack of enrollment is made one week prior to the start date. We will accept registrations up to the starting date of the class; however we emphasize the importance of early registration. By waiting until the last minute to sign up you risk the possibility that the class is full or has been cancelled. Unless otherwise noted, enrollment in community education classes is for adults 18 and older. Register online or on-site. Call 745-9746 for registration information.

Fees: Course fees are based on the cost of instruction, supplies and promotion and vary with each course. Fees are payable at the time of registration. If the class is cancelled or rescheduled you will be notified. It is important that we have both daytime and evening telephone phone numbers where you can be reached.

Refunds: If a class is cancelled a full refund will be given. No refunds are provided after the class begins.

Business Finance Non-credit - BFIN

BFIN AC003 Comprehensive Financial Management .2 CEU
Grade Mode: CEU
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $10.00
Comprehensive overview of the issues people in their 20's and 30's must address in order to ensure a financially secure future. Designed to help students learn to manage their cash flow, save intelligently, minimize taxes, profit from investments, understand the basics of insurance, and establish the foundation for a secure retirement.
78958 PE1 R 06:30P-08:30P FSM 107 Lehe, T 10/09

BFIN AC030 Investment Strategies .2 CEU ... CANCELLED
Grade Mode: CEU
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $10.00
Designed for individuals interested in enhancing their understanding of investment terminology and developing skills to implement investment decisions under various market conditions. Covers a variety of subjects pertinent to strategic investing. Areas include topics pertinent to selection of different investments such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate, insurance, and other investment vehicles. Additional topics include selection of investment professionals, establishing productive emergency funds, taxation, and asset allocation.
~~78962 PE1 R 06:30P-08:30P FSM 107 Lehe, T 10/16~~

BFIN AC037 Financial Security in Retirement .2 CEU
Grade Mode: CEU
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $10.00
Provides a comprehensive overview of the financial issues facing people who are planning for retirement, or those already retired. Major emphasis in investments, retirement plan rollovers, tax planning, estate planning, and social security.
78963 PE1 R 06:30P-08:30P FSM 107 Lehe, T 10/23

COMMUNITY EDUCATION - CED

CED A049 Adult Sewing I: Make an Apron & Pillowcases .0 CR ... CANCELLED
... ADDED ... Title Change
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $75.00
In this 3-week course students will build confidence in sewing by learning how to use their sewing machine, basic stitches and techniques in sewing and learn to read a pattern. Projects will include an Apron and pillowcases. Students should have a basic sewing booking or may purchase one from the instructor. Note: Students will be required to bring their own sewing machine to class and will need to purchase their own materials and supplies. Note: Pattern and books may be purchased at Sylvia's Quilt Depot.
~~79738 PE8 S 09:00A-12:00P FSM 202 Benbow 09/06-09/20~~

CED A049 Adult Sewing II: Make a Kimono Robe .0 CR ... CANCELLED
... ADDED ... Title Change
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
Prerequisite: Beginning Adult Sewing Level I or equivalent.
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $85.00
This 4-week course continues building on the basics learned in Level I. Students will make a kimono robe using a pattern and will learn about interfacings, facings, patch pockets, bands, lops and tie belts. Students are required to bring their own sewing machine to class and will need to purchase their own materials and supplies. Note: Students will be required to bring their own sewing machine to class and will need to purchase their own materials and supplies. Note: Pattern and books may be purchased at Sylvia's Quilt Depot.
~~79739 PE9 S 09:00A-12:00P FSM 202 Benbow 09/27-10/18~~

CED A049 Adult Sewing III: Make a Pajama Top & Pants .0 CR ... CANCELLED
... ADDED ... Title Change ... Section # Change
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
Prerequisite: Beginning Adult Sewing Level II or equivalent.
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $85.00
This 4-week course continues building on the basics learned in Level I & II. Students will make a pajama top and pants learning how to make convertible collars, elastic waistbands, buttonholes, sewing on buttons by machine and creating other quality touches and details for other clothing. Students will be required to bring their own sewing machine to class and will need to purchase their own materials and supplies. Note: Students will be required to bring their own sewing machine to class and will need to purchase their own materials and supplies. Note: Pattern and books may be purchased at Sylvia's Quilt Depot.
~~79740 PEA S 09:00A-12:00P FSM 202 Benbow 10/25-11/15~~

CED A049 Adult Sewing IV: Make a Holiday Tree Skirt or Table Runner .0 CR ... CANCELLED
... ADDED ... Title Change ... Section # Change
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
Prerequisite: Beginning Adult Sewing Level II or equivalent.
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $75.00
This 3-week course continues building on the basics learned in the previous three levels. Students will make three Home Decor sewing projects, (Tree skirt or Table Runner, Placemats and Napkins). Student will build on the basics learned in I, II & III learning how to apply bias tape, use batting, add quality touches using specialty stitches, trims and embellishments in these projects. Students will be required to bring their own sewing machine and will need to purchase supplies and materials. Note: Students will be required to bring their own sewing machine to class and will need to purchase their own materials and supplies. Note: Pattern and books may be purchased at Sylvia's Quilt Depot.
~~79741 PEB S 09:00A-12:00P FSM 202 Benbow 11/22-12/13~~

CED A049 Beginning Machine Quilting .0 CR ...CANCELLED
... time change ... fee change ... room change
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: ~~$65.00~~ $75.00
The fundamental terminology and techniques of quilt making will be presented in three classes. Students will be able to successfully complete a project and acquire the skill to understand printed instructions on their own.
MSC Special Note: Students must provide a sewing machine and have the ability to operate it, to include winding bobbins. Cutting mats and irons will be available. Underage students over age 12 may be allowed to take this class with an adult. Instructor permission required. Contact the instructor for a complete supply list at 745-6567 or buirge2@mtaonline.net
~~78947 PE2 S 09:00A-12:003:00P FSM 202 SNOD 119 Buirge 10/04-10/18~~

CED A049 Beginning Residential Landscape Design .0 CR ... CANCELLED
... fee correction
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: ~~$10.00~~ $100.00
Material Fee: $10.00
Covers the first phases of landscape design including site inventory, site analysis, conceptual design, and preliminary design. Construction phasing, final design components and additional resources will also be discussed briefly.
~~78968 PE5 S 09:00A-12:30P FSM 204 Terry 09/06-09/27~~

CED A049 Building a Successful Internet Business Domain .0 CR
... date change ... instructor added
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $214.00
Material Fee: $299.00
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Reality-based, theory proven practices and integrated "smart" tools are used to guide entrepreneur-minded students through the steps of starting and operating an online business.
MSC Special Note: Students will need a personal computer and internet connection for homework assignments. Materials fee includes software, web-site hosting, domain name registration, internet-site building tools for one year.
78948 PE3 S 09:00A-12:00P JKB 111 Boyter ~~09/13-11/22~~ 09/27-12/06
Instructor contact: Michael.boyter64@gmail.com
Website: http://www.sbi-alaska.com

CED A049 Knife Making .0 CR ... CANCELLED
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $245.00
Material Fee: $50.00
This is an entry-level course which is intended to introduce the craft of knife making to the novice. Basic shop set-up, safety, design, material selection and skill development will be the primary goals of this class. The student is required to complete an assigned hands-on project. Note: Additional costs to students may vary with project.
~~79235 PE6 F 06:00P-09:00P TBA Lance 09/12-12/12~~

CED A049 Memoir Writing: Telling Life Stories .0CR ... CANCELLED
... date change ... room change ... title change
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $175.00
This 10-week class will be on memoir writing– or writing in which past memories play a key rold. Writing-specific tasks will center around generating, revising, and copy editing one’s own work and that of classmates. At the same time reading specific tasks will better enable the student to see how other writers, in both form and conjtent, further defining the term “memoir.”
~~79236 PE7 F 06:00P-09:00P FSM 204 Culhane 09/12-11/14 09/26-12/05~~

CED A049 Retirement Plan Distributions .0 CR
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $10.00
Comprehensive overview of issues faced by people who either just retired or have been living in retirement for a while. Discusses distribution methods and rules from investments, retirement plans and pensions. Defines IRA rollovers and taxation of distributions, emphasizes retirement investment strategies.
78965 PE4 R 06:30P-08:30P FSM 107 Lehe, T 10/30

CED A049 Stained Glass Basics .0 CR
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $230.00
Materials Fee: 30.00
Introduces technique including pattern designing, cutting, and lead came. Chemicals are used in the process.
MSC Special Note: Additional cost to students vary with project selection.
77098 PE1 S 09:00A-03:00P FSM 208 Urroz, K 09/13-12/13

COMPUTER PROGRAMS (non-credit) - CP

CP AC001 Introduction to Personal Computers 1.8 CEU ... CANCELLED
... date change, time change, room change, instructor added
Grade Mode: CEU
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $95.00
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
An introduction to using personal computers (PC) for novice users includes word processing, spreadsheets, data management, communications, the internet and graphics. The course will start with basic start-up procedures, Windows commands and commonly used software programs. This course is intended for the complete novice with no prior experience using a personal computer.
~~78949 PE1 S 10:00A-02:30P FSM 104 Bulvosky 09/13-10/04~~

LANGUAGES/NON-CREDIT - LNS

LNS A049A Conversational Spanish .0 CR ... CANCELLED
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $80.00
Designed to train students in understanding and speaking Spanish, to develop basic conversational skills to visit Spanish speaking countries (particularly Latin America and Mexico), and to give some concept of the daily life, customs and traditions of Spanish speaking cultures. Intended primarily for beginning students of Spanish and also for those who have had some Spanish in high school.
~~79743 PE1 F 06:00P-07:00P FSM 207 King 9/19-10/24~~

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & RECREATION - PER

PER A049 Beginning Cross Country Skiing .0 CR ... CANCELLED
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $90.00
An introduction to classic cross country skiing. The course will cover diagonal stride technique, herringbone, snow plow, waxing, equipment, clothing, safety and where to go.
MSC Special Note: Students are required to provide their own equipment. Instructor will provide a list of equipment and supplies needed. Classes will be held outdoors at the Crevasse Morraine Trail System, depending on snow conditions. An alternate site may be selected in the event that trail conditions are not suitable. Students must have appropriate clothing for cold weather.
~~78957 PE4 S 01:00P-03:00P Off Campus Farrens 12/06-12/20~~

PER A049 Introduction to Qigong .0CR ... CANCELLED
... ~~ADDED~~
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $75.00
Qigong is an ancient Chinese system of health and rejuvenation. This course will teach fundamental concepts and exercises to enable a student to continue in their own practice. The class features the use of movement, breath and visualization. Three sources of Qigong form and the Five Elements Qigong will be taught.
~~79742 PE5 F 05:30P-07:00P FSM 103 Hedt 09/19-10/10~~

PER A049 Introduction to Yoga .0 CR ... date change ... day correction
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $90.00
Designed with the beginner student in mind, this is a 90-minute class emphasizing basic yoga postures that work to release tightness, increase core strength, and develop inner awareness. This is a wonderful class to learn the art of yoga and experience principles for de-stressing your life. There will be some time for discussion and pose break down following an hour and fifteen minute practice.
MSC Special Note: Students should bring a yoga mat to the first class meeting and wear comfortable clothing that allows free movement. It is recommended that students not eat a heavy meal before coming to class. Bring a water bottle if desired.
78954 PE2 W T 05:00P-06:30P FSM 103 Sanchez ~~09/11-10/16~~ 09/09-10/14

PER A049 Nordic Walking .0 CR ... CANCELLED
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $50.00
A smart physical activity with maximum health benefits combined with fun and convenience. Normal walking, even with a fast pace and good stride, only uses 70% of the muscle mass in the body at any given time. Nordic Walking is a time-efficient, low-stress, total body workout that utilizes up to 90% of body muscle mass while increasing the heart rate significantly. Students will learn proper technique while using walking poles on the MSC trail system. Students will need to provide their own poles.
Note: Meets Tuesday and Thursday in the MSC parking lot at the trailhead
~~78953 PE1 TR 06:30P-08:00P TBA Farrens 09/09-09/16~~

Course Schedule subject to change. Change is a fact of life, especially when it comes to schedules. For updated information check the printout in Student Services (FSM 101 & 102) or on the MSC website @ www.matsu.alaska.edu. We may cancel it because we didn’t know you wanted it. Sometimes excellent courses with superior instructors are cancelled because people waited too long to register. To avoid any inconvenience to students and instructors, we may cancel under-enrolled courses before the semester begins. Don’t wait!

Failure to read the Course Schedule, the UAA Catalog or, the MSC Bulletin does not excuse the student from the rules and procedures described in those documents. The University reserves the right to change or withdraw courses; to change the fees, rules, and calendar for admission, registration, instruction, and graduation; and to change other regulations affecting the student body at any time.

The University of Alaska Anchorage and Mat-Su College have a strong institutional commitment to the principles of diversity and take affirmative action to achieve that end. The University does not discriminate in its educational and employment programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, creed, religion, or veteran status.

● Financial Obligations: Students are held financially responsible for all courses for which they register. Failure to pay will result in interest, late fees, or collection costs being added to a student’s account.

● Payment Deadline: September 9, 2008 @ 5:00 p.m.

● Refunds & Withdrawals: To be eligible for a refund, you must submit a completed Add/Drop form to Student Services. Lack of attendance does not constitute dropping a class. It is your responsibility to insure that the request is received by the registration office. If you are taking a class for a grade and withdraw after refund date, you will receive a “W” on your transcript and will not receive a refund. You may not withdraw from a class after the withdrawal date published in this schedule.