CFA 090
GED Extension
Description not available.
CFA 091
GED Adult Basic Extension
Description not available.
CFA 095(100 hours)
GED Preparation
significantly improve success rates on the GED exam. Emphasis will be placed on building basic reading, writing, and math skills. Additional workbook fee. Students must be at least 17 years of age or older.
CFA 096(0-0-0)
GED Prep - Adult Basic
This class features an applied curriculum designed to significantly improve success rates on the GED exam. Emphasis will be on assisting students with low reading and math grade levels to build basic reading, writing, and mathematical skills. Additional workbook fees may be charged.
CFA 097
GED Prep--Boot Camp
Description not available.
CFA 098
GED Prep Review
Description not available.
CFA 102
Career Readiness
Description not available.
CFA 103
Entrepreneurship Training
Description not available.
CFA 105
Achieve GED
Description not available.
CFA 107
Employment Skills Training
Description not available.
CFA 108
Tier GED
Description not available.
CFA 112(0-0-0)
SAT Prep
determine applicant desirability. Our highly experienced instructors will help you reduce your test anxiety with finely tuned study aids, build your vocabulary and math skills, and provide you with strategies to answer questions more effectively.
CFA 118
Basic Computer Skills
Description not available.
CFA 119(12 hours)
Computer Survival 1
This stress-free workshop is intended for those who want to learn commonly used computer skills in the Windows operating system. Simple, non-technical explanations combined with hands-on experience will help you feel comfortable using a computer and learning computer fundamentals. Learn about computer maintenance, what a drive is, how to use a mouse, how to set up your desktop, how to install software, how to create shortcuts, how to surf the Internet, the basics of Microsoft Word, and much more. Students are required to bring a flash drive to class.
CFA 120(9 hours)
Getting the Most From the Internet
You constantly hear "check it out on the web" but you don't know how to get started. Your instructor has posted your assignments on a website or you have registered for a distance learning course but you don't know what to do. This course introduces you to the Internet, aka the World Wide Web. Learn how to get around, bookmark your favorite sites, use search engines to conduct research, and much more.
CFA 124
Day Series: MS Office 2000
Description not available.
CFA 126
MS Office Daytime: Access 2000
Description not available.
CFA 127
CompSurv, Wind, Internet
Description not available.
CFA 128
MS Office Daytime: Excel
Description not available.
CFA 129
Intro to Word
Description not available.
CFA 160(8 hours)
Introduction to Windows XP
Students will learn how to use Microsoft's Windows operating systems in this introductory course. They will learn how to maneuver, customize and control the computer and ensure a safe computing environment. Students will understand Windows updates and why they should be installed. Students will also learn how to multi- talk, manage folders and files, create shortcuts, install and use software and much more.
CFA 170(15 hours)
Introduction to Access
Do you need to maintain extensive data and then generate reports for analysis? Learn how to design this relational database to meet your educationa/ and business needs. This course covers the development of a database and begins to explore how to query the data.
CFA 171(15 hours)
Introduction to Excel
Colleges and universities require students to create, analyze and share important data quickly. This introductory course covers how to structure your spreadhseet for data input, how to create formulas, then progress to dynamically displaying the results in a custom chart. With Excel, you will get the most out of your information.
CFA 172(15 hours)
Introduction to MS Word
This introductory course covers the basics of word processing and provides instruction on how to create attractive, appealing documents. Colleges and universities require students to prove their writing proficiency by composing numerous papers. Competent word processing skills ar eneeded for optimum communication.
CFA 173(40 hours)
English as a Second Language
This course is designed to assist ESL (English as a Second Language) students from the community to learn to speak and write the English language. It focuses on correct pronunciation, conversational skills, writing skills, and necessary grammar lessons.
CFA 174(0-0-0)
American Red Cross Babysitting Course
This course is designed for young people ages 11 and older. The topics include babysitting responsibilities, accident prevention, how to respond in an emergency situation, first aid for injuries, diapering, and feeding. Students who attend will receive an American Red Cross certification. Students should bring their own lunch.
CFA 175
Foreign Accent
Description not available.
CFA 176
Prep to Enter College
Description not available.
CFA 177
Intro to Read/Writing Skills
Description not available.
CFA 178
Intro Math Fundamentals
Description not available.
CFA 179
Intro to Keyboard Skills
Description not available.
CFA 180
How to Write a Coll Essay
Description not available.
CFA 181
Develop Yr Test Tak Skills
Description not available.
CFA 182
Anat of College Search
Description not available.
CFA 183
Red Cross Inf/Chld
Description not available.
CFA 250
GED Preparation
Description not available.
CFB 100
NIMS IS-100
Description not available.
CFB 101(0-0-0)
NIMS IS-100
This course introduces the Incident Command System (ICS) nad provides the foundation for the higher level ICS training. This course describes the history, features and principles, and organizational structure of the Incident Command System. It also explains the relationship between ICS and the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
CFB 102(0-0-0)
NIMS ISC-402
This course describes the major responsibilities of an executive as related to an incident/event, including the agency administrator briefing and delegation of authority. It explains the administrative, logistical, financial and reporting implications of large incident/event operations. It is designed for elected officials, senior executives, senior managers and agency administrators with policy responsibilities but without specific ICS or Multi-Agency Coordination System function/roles or responsibilities.
CFB 103
Medical Transcription
Description not available.
CFB 200
NIMS ICS-200
Description not available.
CFB 402
NIMS ICS-402
Description not available.
CFB 700
NIMS IS-700
Description not available.
CFB 800
NIMS IS-800
Description not available.
CFD 001
Anat & Phys for Dent Lab Tech
Description not available.
CFE 003
A+ Certification
Description not available.
CFE 007
CNA Training
Description not available.
CFE 008
Basic Job Search Skills
Description not available.
CFE 009
EMT-B/HPOG
Description not available.
CFE 101(26 hours)
Beginning Conversational Sign Language
Students will be introduced to the manual alphabet, numbers, days of the week, colors, family signs, and simple commands. After the basics are introduced, the course will focus on receptive and expressive conversations. Real life situations will be used to practive the language and learn about the deaf culture. This class is for beginners with no experience in sign language. Bring "The Joy of Signing" to each class. Certificates of completion will be given to those who complete the class.
CFE 115(30 hours)
Medical Terminology
Interact more effectively in the medical community and increase your desirability for careers in the medical field! Positions such as medical transcriptionist/secretary, hospital clerk, insurance claims processor and EKG technician, all require a working knowledge of basic medical terminology. This course will increase your medical vocabulary and comprehension through a systematic approach to decoding medical terminology. Simple, non-technical explanations of medical terms with references to anatomy, physiology, pathology, surgical procedures, and a variety of diseases will be presented. You will learn how to read and interpret this language by identifying prefixes, suffixes and root words. Participants will also be introduced to basic EKG interpretation, with a focus on related terminology.
CFE 131(26 hours)
Advanced Sign Language
This course will build on the basics learned in Beginning Sign Language by increasing your vocabulary and signing experience to include more complex thoughts and expressions. The only way to maintain and improve your signing is to use it!
CFE 133(6 class hours)
Intro to Windows 98/ME
Learn the proper way to maneuver, customize and control your computer. Discover how to multi-task, create shortcuts, manage folders and files, and how to perform system maintenance.
CFE 134
Ode to a Good Cigar
Description not available.
CFE 135
Images of Addiction in Lit
Description not available.
CFE 136
Nutrition: Exploring Soy
Description not available.
CFE 137
Nutrition: ABC's of Child Nutr
Description not available.
CFE 138
Nutrition:Eat for Health Heart
Description not available.
CFE 139(24 hours)
Introduction to Adobe PhotoShop
This beginning level clas will show you how to use the tools available in Adobe PhotoShop, teach you how to enhance your photos and show you how to work with layers. Weekly projects will better acquaint you with the PhotoShop environment. Students are required to bring a flash drive to class.
CFE 140
The Victorian Lady
Description not available.
CFE 141(0-0-0)
Introduction to English Horseback Riding
Take this extraordinary opportunity to get in the saddle again. Or, if you've never ridden before, you'll experience a most invogirating workout while learning proper English riding technique (the horse does not do all the work!). Horse grooming, tacking, and barn management are also taught with safety always a prime consideration. Ride in one of the Capital District's largest indoor arenas, the New Horizons Stables. For those who have always been drawn to strong, yet gentlest of creatures, now is the time.
CFE 142
How to Write Short Stories
Description not available.
CFE 143(0-0-0)
Editing Photos and Using American Greetings
Explore your creativity with a little help from the experts at American Greeting. Learn how to edit your prized photos and use this versatile software to create personalized original greeting cards and many more creative projects.
CFE 144
Intro to Gardening
Description not available.
CFE 145
Lawns and Lawn Care
Description not available.
CFE 146
Techniques of Acting
Description not available.
CFE 147(0-0-0)
Islam in the West
Learn the fundamentals of Muhammad, the Koran, the Taliban, as well as appreciation of the varied art and culture of the Islamic world. Using maps and slides, participants will become familiar with the history of Islam as well as current aspects, including the Islamic community in the United States. The role of Islamic art will be explained, pointing out where examples can be found. There will be time for discussion.
CFE 148
Annuals and Perrenials
Description not available.
CFE 149
Trees and Shrubs
Description not available.
CFE 156
Horticultural Lab Session
Description not available.
CFE 157
Pruning Trees and Shrubs
Description not available.
CFE 158
Nutrition:Bountiful Harvest
Description not available.
CFE 166(12 hours)
Introduction to the Banjo
Don't let that old banjo gather dust in the attic. Dig it out and learn how to play three fingers Scruggs-style bluegrass banjo. This is the most popular style used today in bluegrass and country music alike. This course is designed for teh absolute beginner. There is no need for the student to be able to read music since the stand form of music notation is not used for learning the banjo. This course will consist of instructor demonstrations, individual practice sessions and one-on-one help from the instructor. No one will be asked to play anything by themselves in front of the class. *Each student will need to bring a 5 string banjo, a plastic thumb pick and 2 metal finger picks. All other material will be provided by the instructor, including a CD of the entire course.
CFE 179
Nutrition:Eating Right
Description not available.
CFE 184
Nutrition:Understanding Herbs
Description not available.
CFE 195(6 hours)
Intro to Microcomputers
Have you ever wondered how a computer works? Do you want to understand hardware components and computer terminology? This course will introduce you to what is inside the Central Processing Unit (CPU), what each component does, and what to look for in a computer. You will learn basic computer terminology and techniques that will make you a more knowledgeable computer user.
CFE 196
Lost Generation
Description not available.
CFE 197
Alfred Hitchcock's Movies
Description not available.
CFE 202
NYS Safe Boating for Children
Description not available.
CFE 204
NYS Safe Boating
Description not available.
CFE 205
Little League/Babe Ruth Umping
Description not available.
CFE 206
Dazzling New Annuals
Description not available.
CFE 207
Excit Perennials North Gardens
Description not available.
CFE 208
Seasonings for Yr Heart
Description not available.
CFE 209
Surv Skills: Foreign Students
Description not available.
CFE 225
Composting/Improve Soil
Description not available.
CFE 226
Go with the Grain
Description not available.
CFE 227
Healthy Lunches/Snacks
Description not available.
CFE 324(15 hours)
Creative Mixology
This course will provide you with the basic skills you need to work at and manage a bar that serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. It will introduce you to basic production processes and varieties of alcoholic beverages. Laws and procedures related to responsible alcohol service will be explored and reviewed. Students will become certified through the Training and Intervention Program for Servers of Alcohol (TIPS). Required $15 TIPS booklet to be purchased in class.
CFE 334(6 hours)
Get that Grant
Discover hwo to use resources such as teh Foundation Center and the Federal Register to find potential grant funding sources for projects. Topics will also include the basics of effective grant writing,;including defining goals, objectives and measureable outcomes. During the last class students are asked to bring in a short draft proposal for feedback and revision.
CFE 341(0-0-0)
Professional Baking for Kids
Come and join Chef Gail Sokol on a baking extravaganza and learn to bake advanced breads and pastries to impress friends and family. The course will focus on measurement, correct sanitation, and mixing methods. Young chefs (ages 10-14 years) are asked to bring an apron, closed-toed shoes, and a bagged lunch.
CFE 351(0-0-0)
Professional Cooking for Children
Come join chef Gail Sokol for a Cooking extravaganza. Young chefs will learn to prepare cheese puffs, macaroni and cheese, pot stickers, chicken piccata, quiche Lorraine, cornbread, herbed flatbread, and more. Proper measuring skills, sanitation, and kitchen science will be emphasized. Each young chef should bring an apron and wear closed-toed shoes.
CFE 352(0-0-0)
Cooking for Adults
Students will be making pastries using Danish dough, quick breads, chocolate pound cake, various pies and cookies. Topics include proper sanitation, weights and measurements. Please bring an apron to class.
CFE 353
Tennis for Beginners
Description not available.
CFE 354(0-0-0)
Professional Cooking for Teens
Come and join Chef Gail Sokol on a baking extravaganza and learn to bake advanced breads and pastrices to impress friends and family. The course will focus on measurement, correct sanitation, and mixing methods. You chefs (ages 14- 17 years) will learn to make such delicacies as Chocolate Child Scones, Decorated Sugar Cookies, Chocolate Peanut Tart, Chocolate Cheesecake, Sandwich Rolls, Garlic Rosemary
CFE 355
Prof Cooking Par & Kids
Description not available.
CFE 356
Splendid Soups
Description not available.
CFE 357
Classic French Bistro Cooking
Description not available.
CFE 358(4 hours)
Introduction to Baking Yeast Breads
This is a hands-on class that will take the mystery out of baking with yeast. Each student will mix, shape, bake and take home two loaves of crusty Italian bread. Students will learn the necessary techniques to prepare yeast breads at home. *All students must come dressed to bake with an apron, a hair band or hat to restrain their hair and closed toed shoes.
CFE 359
Artisan Bread Techniques
Description not available.
CFE 360
Secrets of Sourdough
Description not available.
CFE 361
Amer Regional BBQ
Description not available.
CFE 362(0-0-0)
Wine Tasting: Italian Wines and Cheeses
Come learn about the various wine regions of Italy as well as the different cheeses. Students will taste a variety of wines and cheeses from Italy and gain confidence in selecting wines and cheeses for your next party.
CFE 363(0-0-0)
French Cuisine: Provence
Come discover the cuisine of Provence, France; a cuisine highly influenced by vegetables, seafodd, lamb and its neighbor Italy. Students will learn to make light and healthy dishes from this region such as Soupe au Pistou, Bouillabaisse, Ratatouille, Ragout of New Potatoes, Artichokes with Garlic and herbs, Provencal Vegetable Tart and Herbes de Provence Grilled Lamb Chops.
CFE 364
Asian Cuisines:Japan
Description not available.
CFE 365(0-0-0)
Wine Tasting: Spanish Wines and Cheeses
Come learn about the various wine regions of Spain, as well as its cheeses. Students will taste a variety of wines and cheeses from Spain.
CFE 366
Vegetarian Cookery
Description not available.
CFE 367(0-0-0)
Cooking from the Schenectady Green Market
Buying and eating locally has become one of the most popular trends. Schenectady and the Capital District as a whole have not been excluded from this trend. Come spend some time with Chef Christopher and learn about the Schenectady Green Market, pick out some produce as part of the class and travel back to the SCCC kitchens to learn how to prepare some delicious, seasonal healthy meals.
CFE 368
Celebrate the Harvest
Description not available.
CFE 369
Healthy Chinese Takeout
Description not available.
CFE 370
Cupcake Party
Description not available.
CFE 371
Muffin Madness
Description not available.
CFE 372
Fun with Frittatas
Description not available.
CFE 373
Intro to Domestic Adoption
Description not available.
CFE 374
Conv Mandarin Chinese
Description not available.
CFE 375(4 hours)
Pizzeria Pizza for the Home Kitchen
Learn to make professional quality pizzas in your home kitchen. Students will learn about the variety of doughs, sauces and toppings that can be used to make great pizza. The class will prepare a variety of different pizza doughs. Every student will have the opportunity to shape, top and bake several pizzas. Although the class will utilize professional ovens, we will discuss techniques for duplicating the results in your own oven. *All students must come dressed to bake with an apron, a hair band or hat to restrain their hair and closed toed shoes.
CFE 376
Artisan Breads for Home
Description not available.
CFE 377
Polish Cuisine
Description not available.
CFE 378
German Cuisine
Description not available.
CFE 379
Savory Sweets
Description not available.
CFE 380
Korean Cuisine
Description not available.
CFE 381
Pastries and Desserts
Description not available.
CFE 382(4 hours)
Making and Baking Flatbreads
We will spend the morning in a commercial kitchen preparing and baking a variety of flatbreads, both yeast raised and unleavened. Flatbreads allow you to add new textures and flavors to your menu. As an added bonus, many of them can be made quickly. Breads will include Middle-eastern pita, Indian filled naan, French fougasse, Moroccan crisp flatbreads and more.
CFE 383
Classic Croissants/Filled Var
Description not available.
CFE 384
Server/Waitstaff Boot Camp
Description not available.
CFE 385(4 hours)
Cream Puffs and Eclairs
This is a hand-on class that will introduce students to some of the foundation techniques of French pastry making. Students will prepare and bake the classic pate a choux to create cream puffs and eclair shells. We will make a variety of fillings and toppings using different techniques to prepare a nice assortment of pastries for each student to take home. *All students must come dressed to bake with an apron, a hair band or hat to restrain their hair and closed toed shoes.
CFE 386(8 hours)
8 Hour Security Guard Pre-Assignment Training
The 8 hour pre-assignment training certificate is the minimum requirement to work in security in New York State. This training class is developed in accordance with the NYS Security Guard Act and presents an overview of a security guard's duties and responsibilities under the law. the certificate is earned by passing the exam at the end of the class.
CFE 387(16 hours)
16 Hour Security Guard On-the Job Training
NYS Department of Criminal Justice Services requires this 16 hour course. This course provides teh required training and certification to security personnel within the first 90 days of employment.
CFE 388(8 hours)
8 Hour Security Guard Annual Refresher Course
Security guards are required to complete this 8 hour in-service training course to meet the nYS Department of Criminal Justice Services requirements every year. Participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the course.
CFE 389(6 hours)
Ballet Dance Instruction
Whether it's a refresher course for those with some training or your first taste of ballet, come and enjoy learning ballet. Students ages 12 and older are welcome to attend this open level dance class. Students are asked to wear clothing that is easy to move in, to pull their hair off the face and wear ballet slippers.
CFE 391(2 hours)
Web Options for Small Businesses on a Shoestring Budget
This course will help you analyze the ways a Web prescence might fit your business needs. It will also introduce students to free or inexpensive options that give users basic designs or tools: Google Sites and Web-hosting companies like GoDaddy.com, e-commerce "in a box" communities, social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter, and more. Explore the pros and cons of each tool and choose the ones that are right for your business and customers.
CFE 392(2 hours)
Building a Free Website
If you want a website but aren't sure where to begin, try Google Sites. Google Sites is a free, easy to use tool for non-techies. It supplies the page designs, you supply the content. In this hands-on course you will learn how to use Google Sites to build your free web pages. *Students are asked to draft some content and bring it to class in a Word file on your flash drive. If you don't already have a Google Gmail account, please create one at www.google.com at least 24 hours prior to class.
CFE 395(16 hours)
Intro to Video Game Design
Do you love video games? Have you ever wanted to learn how to create fun and entertaining video games? Join two professional game developers from Vicarious Visions to learn all about the game development process. Students will look at existing games to learn how to balance and design games, understand programming concepts, work in a group or alone to create new games and talk with professional game developers to understand careers in games. Students may bring their own laptops.
CFE 396(12 hours)
Introduction to African-American History
This course will examine the origin of African-American people in continental Africa and trace the Black experience in America to the present. Emphasis will be placed on African roots, transition to slavery, the realities of slavery, opposition to slavery, the civil war, reconstruction and its aftermath, the period of Jim Crowism, Black Nationalism, African-American participation in the world wars, institutional development and the modern civil rights movement.
CFE 397
Puff Pastry Dough & Pastries
Description not available.
CFE 398CFE 398
(2 hours)
designed to prevent intoxication, drunk driving and underage drinking by enhancing the fundamental people skills of servers, sellers and consumers of alcohol. TIPS gives individuals the knowledge and confidence they need to recognize potential alcohol-related problems and intervene to prevent alcohol-related tragedies. TIPS training satisfies the requirement in NYS that regulates server training. Also, many insurance companies provide discounts to establishments whose employees are TIPS certified.
CFE 419
Never used
Description not available.
CFE 481
Convsatl Spanish
Description not available.
CFE 539
Selling Your Home
Description not available.
CFE 561
Italian for Travelers
Description not available.
CFE 600
Creative Writing
Description not available.
CFE 602
Group Guitar I
Description not available.
CFE 808
SAVE
Description not available.
CFE 809
Mand Report of Child Abuse
Description not available.
CFE 901(4 hours)
Power Point Redesign
Do you fill your slides with bullets and then read every word of every slide? Do you use special effects and flying bullets to keep your audience awake? These are danger signs of "death by PowerPoint." This course will help students learn how to tell their stories effectively and actively engage their audiences by applying a few simple guidelines for slide design and communication principles. Students should bring a PowerPoint presentation on a flash drive to class in order to work on redesigning the presentation and get feedback/technical assistance on skills such as adding images and charts.
CFN 119(12 class hours)
Computer Survival - Level One
This stress-free workshop is intended for those who want to learn commonly used home computing skills in the Windows operating system. Simple, non-technical explanations covering computer terms and use will be covered. Learn how to e-mail friends and family, input a letter, create a sign, design an invitation and surf the Internet. e-mail friends and family, input a letter, create signs, design an invitation, and surf the Internet.
CFN 132(12 class hours)
SAT/PSAT Preparation
The SAT score is one of the factors used by colleges to determine applicant desirability. Our highly experienced instructors will help you reduce your test anxiety with finely tuned study aids, build your vocabulary and math skills, and provide you with strategies to answer questions more effectively.
CFN 163(30 class hours)
Clowning for Adults
Do you need a stress-relieving hobby? Do you have a hidden funnybone? Express your hidden talents, have fun, and learn a viable trade all at once! You'll learn that clowning is much more than putting on makeup and a costume.
CFN 176(12 class hours)
How to Write Your Life Story or Family History
Your family and personal stories are too good, too important to lose. Learn the process that transforms memories into memoirs by researching and writing. Required course book available from the instructor ($15.00).
CFN 177
Art of Reiki
Description not available.
CFN 180(12 class hours)
How to Write and Sell Magazine Articles
Learn the step-by step process of researching, writing, and selling nonfiction in today's red-hot magazine market. Discover how you can explode one idea into dozens of articles, guarantee editors call you when they need a feature, and experience the thrill of seeing your magazine article in print! Course book available from the instructor ($12.00)
CFN 181(12 class hours)
How to Write and Sell Your Book
Is a novel or nonfiction book inside you? If so, discover the step-by-step process of transforming your idea into a published book. Learn the secrets of creating a book proposal, finding agents and publishers, negotiating a book contract, and guiding your book to the top of the best-seller list. Course book available from the instructor ($15.00)
CFN 184(24 hours - web-based)
Writing and Marketing Your Book for Publication
Learn the secrets of planning and developing your novel or non-fiction book, preparing a query letter and book proposal, finding agents and publishers, negotiating a book contract, and guiding your book to publication success. Required course book available from the instructor ($30.00)
CFN 187(12 hours)
Creating a Personal Web Page
Have you always wanted your own personal web site on the World Wide Web? Learn how to develop, post and maintain an appealing, easy-to-explore and fast-loading web site.
CFN 194(16 hours)
Public Speaking
This eight-week course will help you gain confidence in your communication skills. Designed for people interested in career advancement or change, it includes speech writing and delivery, impromptu speaking, audio-visual aid use, body language communication and effective listening.
CFN 195(6 hours)
Promoting Your Business, Product or Service
business owner or home-based entrepreneur. You can harness the power of public relations and publicity to raise the public's awareness of and create a favorable impression about your business, product, or service. Learn to market yourself to the media and establish a unique community presence.
CFN 196(12 hours)
You Can Be a Freelance Writer
Introduce yourself to the step-by-step process involved in breaking into the highly desirable field of freelance writing. Identify markets for non-fiction articles, determine exactly what editors are looking for now, and learn simple tactics for preparing a professional manuscript. From query letter through completed manuscript, take the path to publication as a freelance writer. Required coursebook ($12) and optional workbook ($9) available from the instructor in class.
CFN 197(8 hours)
Writing From Your Heart: The Art of Personal Essays
Transform the ordinary events of your life into extraordinary personal essays. Explore the step-by-step process of using writing games to unlock your experiences; choosing the most effective essay style; shaping your experiences into a first draft; and allowing reader reaction to refine your draft into a polished essay. Required course book ($15) available from the instructor in class.
CFN 198(18 hours)
How to Read and Write Poems
Do you see the world through a poet's eye? Have you ever wanted to learn more about the craft of poetry? In this course, students will be looking at poems from the writer's perspective and learn the fundamentals of reading and writing poems. Using selected poems to highlight such craft issues as sound, imagery, and rhythm, students will use this knowledge to compose their own poems. Course topics include: metaphor, lyric poems, and narrative poems. This course is open to all levels of students from beginner to serious practitioner.
CFN 199(3 hours)
Funding Alternatives for Long-Term Care
The United States has some of the best medical care available - if you can afford it. Long-term care is the largest out-of-pocket expense facing Americans today. With the average cost of care being $50,000 per year for home care and $70,000 for nursing home care, how can you best preserve your life savings and still receive quality care? This seminar will explore funding alternatives for long-term care such as state partnerships, viatical settlements, long-term health-care insurance, annuities, irrevocable trusts, reverse mortgages, and accelerated death benefits.
CFN 204(4 hours)
How to Write Non-fiction for Kids
Looking for your first byline? Look no further than the juvenile article marketplace. Magazines such as Jack and Jill, Boys' Life, and others seek those who can write factual pieces about health, history, hobbies, science, sports and other topics for and about kids. Learn how to get ideas, research your topic and write an article that sells. Coursebook available from the instructor for $12
CFN 208(4 hours)
How to Sell Fiction and Non-Fiction for Kids
You've written fiction and/or non-fiction for the juvenile market, but how do you sell your work to magazine editors and book publishers? Learn how to find and approach editors, agents, and publishers; the basics of professional manuscript preparation; and marketing strategies designed to gain your first byline or book contract. Coursebook available form the instructor for $12
CFN 209(12 class hours)
How to Write Fiction for Kids
Find out the secrets of writing short stories, picture books and novels for kids. This course introduces you to fiction techniques such as characterization, viewpoint, and dialogue. It also provides a step-by-step guide to plotting and shows you what must be accomplished in the beginning, middle and end of a story to make it successful. Course book available from the instructor ($12.00).
CFN 212 (39 hours)
Historical Archeology and Field Study
This course is designed to introduce participants to the field of historical archeology and field study, and to explore methods employed for the study of people of the past. You will investigate local and regional lifeways of peoples of European origin who resided in the Northeast from the 17th century to the mid 19th century by participating in field work and discovering evidence about these peoples. Lectures, readings, discussions, and hands-on field and lab study with researcher in archeology and history, Dr. Ronald F. Kingsley, will provide you with the framework you will need to pursue archeology as an avocation or as a preliminary career step. Participants can become members of a task group of archeological volunteers who will be able to assist in ongoing site work at the Schenectady County Historical Society's 17th century Dutch Mabee Farm. Two textbooks and field kit totaling $50 are also required.
CFN 213 (8 hours)
Genealogy for Beginners/Introduction to
Genealogical Research Have you ever wanted to research your family history, trace a particular ancestor or just find out more about the people that made up your town's past? In this course, you will learn how to get the research process going from an experienced and practicing archivist. You'll learn where local records are housed and which types of records each repository contains. Hands-on sessions with paper reproductions and Internet research tools will help you to familiarize yourself with research methods and plan the most efficient use of your research time.
CFN 215 (18 hours)
Advanced Creative Writing
If you have basic fiction writing techniques, you can build on that foundation and gain valuable feedback on your stories in a critique workshop setting. Elements to be explored include: ways to get a story flowing; creating a sense of place; finding a dynamic story problem; developing characters who readers care about; writing effective beginnings and endings; and avoiding six deadly dialogue sins. Class time will be devoted to manuscript reading and critique of works in progress. Coursebook available from the instructor for $12
CFN 216(24 class hours)
Researching and Interpreting Documents in Archeology
This course examines primary and secondary documents used in archeology. Sources, methods, locations, and interpretations of a variety of documents used for research, proposals, and publications in archaeology are addressed. Visits to repositories, discussions, lectures, and hands-on activities are among the methods employed.
CFN 217(25 hours)
Recording and Archiving Archaeological Data
This course addresses why detailed records are maintained during excavation and how the artifacts and records are processed into permanent archives that form the basis for future research. Hands-on activities include artifact illustration and description, photographic recording, computer database analysis, data retrieval and final data recording. The course is supplemented with visits to archival repositories.
CFN 218(30 hours)
Archaeology Laboratory Practices and Site Study
This advanced course will provide participants an opportunity to enhance their laboratory skills by learning to further analyze artifacts and materials and apply basic priciples and practices in material identificatin, processing, and conservation. Artifacts from selected archaeological sites, together with a concentration on the manufacturing, processing, and conservation methodologies for a variety of organic and inorganic objects will be used to address issues relating to site interpretation and presentation. Sessions include lectures, visual media, demonstrations, and hands-on activities.
PR: CFN 212 or CFN 413
CFN 219(26 hours)
Archaeological Field Work Program
This course gives participants an opportunity to learn and/or enhance specific archaeological fieldwork skills. It is designed to train the participants in applying the basic principles of surveying to a site area by using a transit and other techniques for surface mapping. The participant will also receive formal training in excavating and recording archaeological data. Field sessions will take place primarily at the Mabee Farm, a historic property owned and operated by the Schneectad County Historical Society.
PR: CFN 212 or CFN 413
CFN 222
Creative Voice Development
Description not available.
CFN 223(0-0-0)
Introduction to Rock Climbing
This beginner's courseis designed to take a participant from having absolutely no experience with indoor/outdoor rock climbing to feeling confident climbing in any rock climbing gym or outdoor rock climbing area. The participants will learn about basic rock climbing techniques, body movement, stretching and strength workouts, safety considerations, belaying, climbing ethics, climbing vocabulary, description of equipment, knot work, and rope management. Students must not have pre-existing physical problems that would hinder them during physical exercise and/or strenuous physical exertion (i.e. heart condition, joint injury, severe asthma).
CFN 224
Intermed Rock Climbing
Description not available.
CFN 227
Fin Planning for Retirement
Description not available.
CFN 228
Safetrain: Lrn Nt to be Victim
Description not available.
CFN 229
Rock Climbing Workshop
Description not available.
CFN 232
DMV 30 Hr Driver Instr Course
Description not available.
CFN 233(0-0-0)
Drivers' Education
The NYS Drivers' Education Program provides 24 hours of classroom time, 6 hours of actual driving experience and 18 hours of in-car observation. Students must be at least 16 years of age and must have a valid NYS Learners' permit or a NYS Driver's License. Students must attend all scheduled classes in order to successfully complete the and be eligible to receive the MV285 certificate (the Blue Card). Students who complete this course will be eligible for the "Class D" driver's license when they are 17. Driving times will be scheduled individually with the students. .
CFN 234(0-0-0)
Basic Land Navigation
This introductory land navigation course is directed toward outdoor-minded people such as campers, hikers, hunters, adventurists, or anyone who travels into mother nature and would like to feel confident enough to tackle the wilderness without fear of getting lost. Topics include reading, understanding, and using maps for land navigation; understanding, using, and becoming proficient using a compass; learning how to use a map and a compass together; and using the map and compass together for basic orienteering and land navigation. Outdoor demonstrations will be included.
CFN 237
Creative Parenting Strategies
Description not available.
CFN 238
Intermediate Yoga
Description not available.
CFN 239(0-0-0)
Hands on Archaeology
Archaeology is more than digging. Planning precedes excavation followed by analysis, interpretation and reporting of results. Students in this course will explore these aspects of study through class presentations and hands-on activities under the supervision of SCCC's Community Archaeology Program instructor(s). Activities include document study, field survey, digging techniques, artifact identification and other lab analyses, interpretation and reporting. Course options will include field trips and research at local sites within the Stockade and the Capital District. Opportunities for continued involvement in any or all aspects of archaeology will be presented.
CFN 242
Writ/Illustr Children's Books
Description not available.
CFN 243
Five Hr Pre-Licensing
Description not available.
CFN 244(0-0-0)
Making Money with On-line Surveys
Learn how to make extra cash from home on your computer by giving your opinion on various topics. The instructor will acquaint you with 4 on-line survey companies and help you register for on-line survey assignments. Students must be computer/Internet literate and have a valid e-mail address.
CFN 245(0-0-0)
Young Golfer's Camp
Young golfers (ages 9-12 years) will learn age appropriate instruction on the golf swing, short game, rules and golf procedures. Fun contests and prizes are included. Young golfers should bring sneakers and water or sports drink. Golf clubs will be provided for students who do not have their own. This course is taught at the Colonie Town Golf Course located at 418 Consaul Road.
CFN 246(0-0-0)
Meat Fabrication: Pork
In a day where most of our meats come from a pre-wrapped package or commerically in a large cardboard box, many of us have forgotten where our meat comes from. Join Chef Tanner and learn to break down a full side of pork. Students will also cook a variety of dishes from those primal cuts. This class is intended for both progressional chefs and the advanced amateur cook.
CFN 247(0-0-0)
Wine Tasting: French Wines and Cheeses
Come spend an evening learning about the various wine regions and cheeses of France. Students will taste a variety of wines and cheeses from France.
CFN 248(0-0-0)
Junior Golf Camp
Junior golfers (ages 13-16 years) will be given a basic introduction to the sport of Golf. Sessions will cover the basic fundamentals of the golf swing, short game, rules, practice drills, and "on the course" etiquette training. Junior golfers should bring sneakers and water or sports drink. Golf clubs will be provided for students who do not have their own. This course is taught at the Colonie Town Golf Course located at 418 Consaul Road.
CFN 249
Golf Camp for Adults
Description not available.
CFN 250(3.5 class hours)
Introductory Notary Public Workshop
This course prepares individuals for the NYS test and provides a comprehensive view of the notary public office. Confusing laws, concepts, and procedures are clarified in plain English. Ongoing question and answer support provided by the instructor following completion of the course. A Guide to NY Law (5th ed.), $24.95 plus tax, is available from the instructor during class. Must be 18 years or older and live or have a place of business in New York State.
CFN 251
Office Technology
Description not available.
CFN 252(0-0-0)
Environmental Science Camp for Kids
Students will have the opportunity to learn about the unique habitat around them. Kids (ages 8-12) will learn about nature, conservation, biology, animals and more. This course is taught at the Capital Region Maritime Center in Alplaus.
CFN 271(8 hours)
Ballroom/Social Dancing
Thsi course will include dances such as the cha-cha, fox trot, swing, waltz, salsa, bahcata, and more. Students are asked not to wear sneakers or rubber-soled shoes.
CFN 272(8 hours)
Latin and Swing Dancing
Learn dances such as the salsa, merengue, and more. Suudents are asjed not to wear sneakers or rubber-soled shoes.
CFN 273
Ballroom Cardio
Description not available.
CFN 291(6.5 hours)
Defensive Driving
This course is an approved DMV six-hour program that allows participants to receive a 10% reduction on their liability, collision, and no-fault premiums each year for the next three years, as well as having up to four points reduced on their driving records.
CFN 302
i-Net + Certification
Description not available.
CFN 304
Network + Certification
Description not available.
CFN 306(15 class hours)
MOUS - Word-Core
Prepare for the Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Core Certification. This course covers the skill sets needed to pass the certification exam and learn how to unleash the power of Microsoft Word. Open enrollment - not just for certification seekers.
CFN 307(15 class hours)
MOUS - Excel-Core
Prepare for the Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Core Excel exam in this course. This course covers how to structure your spreadsheet for data input, then progress to dynamically displaying the results in a custom chart. Open enrollment - not just for certification seekers.
CFN 308(15 hours)
Introduction to Power Point
Many colleges and universities require students to prove their oral proficiency through frequen presentations. Many companies require their employees to present information in group settings. This course is designed to introduce students to Microsoft Power Point, the presentation graphics program. You can print slides, print handouts, print notes, pages, prepare for 35 mm slides, or deliver an on-screen presentation.
CFN 309(15 class hours)
MOUS - Access-Expert
Do you need to maintain extensive data, then generate reports for analysis? Learn how to design this relational database to meet your business needs. This course covers the development of a database and begins to explore how to query the data and create reports in addition to preparing you for the Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) certification exam. Open enrollment - not just for certification seekers.
CFN 312(12 hours)
Introduction to Microsoft Office Survey
Want to test the waters? This course gives you a basic understanding of the components in Microsoft Office and how the applications work together. With this knowledge you can decide which programs are most useful to you and which you would like to explore further.
CFN 313(15 class hours)
Intermediate Word 2000
Enhance your Word documents! This course explores the more advanced features available in Microsoft Word. Everything from working with tables to developing macros and working with Master Documents will be covered. file management features, and drawing to enhance your most professional looking documents.
CFN 314(15 class hours)
Intermediate Access 2000
This course goes deeper into your Access database options. Learn how to create sub-froms, customize queries and reports and develop a module.
CFN 315(15 hours)
Intermediate Excel 2000
Perform advanced formatting, create and modify charts, use function features such as MAX, MIN, AVER, create and modify lines and objects, save spreadsheets as HTML documents, move and copy ranges to obtain an attractive worksheet.
CFN 317(15 hours)
Intermediate PowerPoint 2000
Use PowerPoint's advanced features to obtain a more sophisticated presentation. Enter text in outline view, draw and scale objects, add tables, add transitions and sound, add organizational charts, import data, modify slide masters and create a custom background for the ultimate effect in presentation graphics.
CFN 331(6 class hours)
Intermediate Windows 98
This course begins where the introductory course leaves off. Learn to troubleshoot problems and fine-tune your Windows 98 operating system.
CFN 332(12 hours)
Introduction to Using a Scanner
Find out the difference between SCSI, USB port and parallel port scanners and learn to determine which is best for the job you want to do. Learn to connect the scanner to your computer, install scanner software, scan photos and text, and prepare text for editing using Optical Character Recognition and save your work We will use our scanned images for greeting cards, calendars, and documents.
CFN 333(18 hours)
Introduction to Digital Photography
This course will explain camera settings and terminology. Students will take digital pictures with different settings on the camera and learn how to download them onto the computer. Students will also become familiar with editing the pictures by brightening, sharpening, color correcting, resizing and removing dust and scratches. Digital cameras are required. Students are required to bring a flash drive to class. - - -
CFN 334(0-0-0)
Introduction to Scrapbooking
Are your photos stuffed in shoeboxes? Are they hidden in a closet, basement, or attic? This course will teach you the basics of scrapbooking. Learn how to preserve your treasured photos and memories using photo-safe products to last for generations. Learn organizational tips and time-saving techniques in this hands-on course. Discover which of the three styles of scrapbooking suits you. Bring 8-10 photos. Materials fee: $35
CFN 354
Art for Children
Description not available.
CFN 376
Metal Sculp for Children
Description not available.
CFN 377(0-0-0)
Conversational Sign Language for Children
This course is designed for children ages 5 and older who are interested in learning another language. No experience is required in this fun and exciting class. Students will learn the manual alphabet as well as signs in various categories including: family, numbers, colors, animals, days of the week, and more. By the end of the class, students will be able to carry on basic conversation in Sign Language. A certificate of completion will be given to each student. Please bring a binder, pen, pencil, and the book, Signing For Kids.
CFN 378
Swing Dance for Kids
Description not available.
CFN 379
Conv Sign Lang for Teens
Description not available.
CFN 380
Yoga for Children
Description not available.
CFN 381
Yoga for Teens
Description not available.
CFN 382
Sculpture for Children
Description not available.
CFN 390
CPR
Description not available.
CFN 400(6 class hours)
Introduction to the Internet
You constantly hear "check it out on the Web" but you don't know how to get started. This course introduces you to the World Wide Web, or Internet. Learn how to get around, bookmark your favorite sites and look up web sites using search engines.
CFN 403(12.5 class hours)
Intro to Oil Painting
Use and enjoy the flexible and popular medium of oils. Learn to mix colors, Apply paint to canvas, and develop effective brush and palette knife techniques.
CFN 406(6 class hours)
Portraiture Workshop
Learn the basics you need to begin creating portraits in pencil, charcoal, and pastel. You'll start by creating a self-portrait with a mirror image and then learn the techniques for creating a portrait using a photograph of your choice.
CFN 407(7.5 class hours)
Drawing and Painting for Juniors
Your child will have the unique opportunity to learn and explore using diffrent techniques while drawing in pencil and charcoal, and painting in pastels, tempera, and watercolor. Subjects to be drawn and painted include human figures, still life, landscape, and animals.
CFN 412(5.5 class hours)
Self-Portrait Workshop
You'll learn to draw a self-portrait using your reflection in a mirror. Emphasis will be on form, values, perspective, and likeness. (Half hour lunch break at noon - please bring your lunch)
CFN 413(30 class hours)
Pre-Colonial Archaeology and Field Study
In this hand-on course you will explore current ideas about Native American lifeways prior to European settlement in the Capital District through research, interpretation, artifact investigation, and field activities. Text/materials approximately $30.00
CFN 419(0-0-0)
Hands on Archaeology
Come experience archaeology! Students (ages 9-13) will have the opportunity to experience what daily Colonial life was like at the historic Mabee Farm. They will use archaeological methods and tools in a dig on the site, as well as work with the artifacts found. They will also work alongside a blacksmith and learn how to make butter and other Colonial crafts. Materials fee: $5
CFN 421(7.5 class hours)
Art Exploration for Juniors(ages 6-8)
This smorgasbord of art activities gives your child the opportunity to sample a wide variety of materials, techniques and art forms. Each week focuses on a specific art form. New projects each semester.
CFN 422 (10 hours)
Wearable Art (ages 6-8)
Encourage your child to explore the designer within! This course teams a wide variety of media with your child's active imagination. Participants will learn to apply the elements and principles of design such as line, texture, color, and repetition to design their own jewelry, mask, tee-shirt and hat.
CFN 424 (10 hours)
Impressionist Art for Juniors (ages 6-8)
Each day, your child will be exposed to the works of great artists from the Impressionist period. Using these works for creative inspiration, your child will sample a variety of media such as pastel chalk, pencil, watercolor and paint, as the techniques for creating Impressionist style pieces are explored and developed.
CFN 425(6 hours)
Art Exploration (ages 9-11)
Do you love art and like to try a lot of different projects? This smorgasbord of art activities gives you the opportunity to sample a wide variety of materials, techniques and art forms. Each week you will get to try something new!
CFN 426 (10 hours)
Creative Mask-Making (ages 9-11)
Create exotic masks inspired by many cultures! Masks have been used for centuries in celebrations, ceremonies and theater as a form of expression. Masks allow you to bring your imagination to life! In this course you will explore a variety of mask-making techniques using materials such as paper mache, plaster, paper and paint.
CFN 430 (6 hours)
Art Exploration for Teens (ages 12-15)
Do you love art and like to try a lot of different projects? This smorgasbord of art activities gives you the opportunity to sample a wide variety of materials, techniques and art forms. Each week you will get to try something new!
CFN 431 (10 hours)
Portraiture (ages 12-15)
In this course you will explore artistic portraiture. Each class you will investigate different phases of portraiture using examples from art history. Using these paintings as well as models and pictures, you will develop and refine your portraiture skills with pencil, charcoal and pastels. Please bring three good quality portrait style pictures to class. One of yourself, and two of other people, such as family members or friends. These will be returned to you at the end of the course.
CFN 432 (5 hours)
Watercolors Workshop (ages 12-15)
Working in watercolors is a lot of fun and you can get the basics down quickly. Each 2 1/2 hour segment will begin with a live demonstration, followed by work session with individualized assistance from the instructor. You'll enjoy learning to mix colors and use new techniques to create the effects you want. No prior experience necessary. Please bring a bag lunch. (1/2 hour lunch)
CFN 436
Entrepren for Kids
Description not available.
CFN 437
One Stroke Violets
Description not available.
CFN 438
One Stroke Sunflowers
Description not available.
CFN 439
1 Stroke Hrt Wreaths w/ Roses
Description not available.
CFN 440
1 Stroke Daisies for Beginners
Description not available.
CFN 441
1 Stroke Lilacs for Beginners
Description not available.
CFN 442
1 Stroke Daffodils (Beginners)
Description not available.
CFN 443
1 Stroke Birdhse for Beginners
Description not available.
CFN 444(0-0-0)
Beginning Bead Stringing
This course will teach you how to string beads the professional way. Take all the broken strands you have and re-do them into new and exciting designs. Students will also learn how to make knots, continuous strands, multi strands, and more. Materials fee of $28 will include a strand of pearls, semiprecious beads and other necessary tools.
CFN 445(0-0-0)
Advanced Bead Stringing
Bead Stringing. Students will learn how to make earrings to match your beaded strands and how to create jewelry designs. Materials fee: $15.
CFN 446
Found Obj...Junk to Jewels
Description not available.
CFN 447
Jewelry Making without Torches
Description not available.
CFN 448
Wax Carving
Description not available.
CFN 453
Drawing Survey (10 hours)
In each session you will learn how to draw what you see, while you explore a variety of different techniques in pencil and charcoal. Think like an artist, as you learn to understand, recognize and creatively portray different forms, perspective, composition, and values. Beginning, intermediate and advance students are welcome to attend.
CFN 454 (3 hours)
Silk Painting Workshop
In this course, you will learn the basics for painting on silk with dye and resist in the Serti technique. Each participant will paint one scarf using a combination of resist, to create lines and separate areas of color, and watercolor painting techniques with water-based dyes. You will be able to complete the scarf in this 3 hour workshop and then take it home to be ironed and rinsed, which makes your painting permanent. Come with ideas or a sketch to paint on your scarf, or use one of the patterns provided. Hand-painted scarves make great holiday gifts!
CFN 455 (7.5 hours)
Watercolors
Everyone will enjoy this hands-on opportunity to explore and experiment with watercolors, as they learn easy, professional painting techniques. You'll be taught how to mix colors and how to apply your paint to watercolor paper. Each class will begin with a live demonstration, followed by a work session and technique exercises, with individual assistance from the instructor. You can expect to finish several paintings during this course. No previous experience in art or drawing is necessary.
CFN 456 (7.5 hours)
Watercolors for Teens
Everyone will enjoy this hands-on opportunity to explore and experiment with watercolors, as they learn easy, professional painting techniques. You'll be taught how to mix colors and how to apply your paint to watercolor paper. Each class will begin with a live demonstration, followed by a work session and technique exercises, with individual assistance from the instructor. You can expect to finish several paintings during this course. No previous experience in art or drawing is necessary!
CFN 457 (10 hours)
Watercolors for Adults
This unique course offers a magical and fun watercolor experience for first-timers, beginners, intermediate and advanced painters. Learn and apply techniques used by professional artists, as you complete one or more paintings in each class. Designed by a professional artist who has exhibited on four continents and taught for more than fifteen years, this course provides something for everyone: Proof to first-timers and beginners that they can paint, new directions for some and a much needed revitalization for others. Classes begin with a live demonstration of the techniques being taught, followed by an individually paced work session. This promises to be an adventure for all who attend!
CFN 461(0-0-0)
Watercolors II
A continuum in wash of still life and photo landscape, and advanced study in color.
CFN 462(0-0-0)
Drawing Survey II
Advanced Study in linear perspective, refining still life indifferent media, refining concepts of light, working with the right side of the brain, introduction to the figure, and advanced study in portraiture.
CFN 465
Restoration Wooden Boats
Description not available.
CFN 466(12 hours)
Figure Drawing
In figure drawing, an understanding of the human body is developed in all aspects - what the human body is, what it is made of, how it moves, and how it exists in space. The model's poses are simple, becoming more complex as skill and understanding develop. The emphasis then shifts to the entire space of the page, the model within that space, and the relationship of one's figure to another.
NOTE: Students under 18 years of age will be required to have parental permission.
CFN 467
Beginning Drawing
Description not available.
CFN 468
Outdoor Landscape Painting
Description not available.
CFN 469
Intro to Massage
Description not available.
CFN 470
Intr to Script Writing
Description not available.
CFN 471
Parent Education
Description not available.
CFN 472(0-0-0)
Let's Talk About the Craft Business
This class is for artists and craftspeople who would like to get the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to market and open their own business. This course will provide information on establishing credibility, developing portfolios, taking slides, printed material, artist's statements, and displays for stores as well as shows. Students will also learn about direct selling, setting up a bookkeeping system, and advertising in the Capital Region.
CFN 473(0-0-0)
BEad Stringing for the Holidays
Learn how to make jewelry as gifts for the holidays or with a holiday twist. This course will teach you how to string beads the professional way. Take all the broken strands you have and re-do them into new and exciting designs. Students will also learn how to make knots, continuous strands, multi strands, and more. Materials fee of $28 will cover a strand of pearls, semi-precious beads and other necessary tools.
CFN 474
Intr to Chinese Medicine
Description not available.
CFN 475(0-0-0)
Decadent Baths
This course is an introduction to the use of essential oils and their aromatherapy benefits for mood and healing. Students will create blends to use in making bath salts, bath teas, bath bombs, bath truffles, or bath oils.
CFN 476(0-0-0)
Lotions and Potions
Students will learn to make their own all natural skin care products using skin-loving fruits, vegetables, and oils.
CFN 477(0-0-0)
The Soap Pot
Students will learn about the skin-nourishing ingredients used in handcrafted cold-process soap, how to work with lye (a necessary ingredient in soap), and the art of soap making. The class will make 100% natural, all-vegetable soap that you can take home, cure, cut and use. You'll never want to use detergent soap again.
CFN 478
Serv Safe Certification
Description not available.
CFN 479
Caring for Your Collection
Description not available.
CFN 480(10 hours)
Nature Photography
This course is designed for students ready to take their photography to a new level. Work with local photographer Claudia Gregoire and learn to see the world from a new perspective. Two outings will provide an opportunity to take photographs you will edit and manipulate in the classroom. *DIGITAL CAMERAS ARE REQUIRED.
CFN 481
Fast Stone
Description not available.
CFN 501
Fly Fishing
Description not available.
CFN 502(12 hours)
Beginning Fly Tying
If you're having trouble learning how to fly fish, this course, given in collaboration with the Clearwater Chapter of Trout Unlimited, will give you the tools you need to get started. Students will meet at the Capital Region Maritime Center in Alplaus to learn the basics of fly tying. Topics will include fly tying tools, materials used, wet flies, dry flies, thread handling and hooks, as well as other useful fly fishing topics. Students need to bring their own tools which consist of a vise, hackle pliers, scissors, bobbin, and head cement. Materials will be provided.
CFN 503
Advanced Fly Tying
Description not available.
CFN 545(10 Hours)
Feldenkraus Method
The Feldenkraus Method and its unique approach to mind and body help to improve posture and breathing, reduce stress, and help you develop efficient, flexible movement. "To make the impossible possible; the possible easy; and the easy elegant." M. Feldenkraus
CFN 547(18 hours)
Introduction to Developmental Disabilities
This course will examine developmental disabilities including mental retardation, autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and neurological disorders. It will explore the issues faced by developmentally disabled persons as well as the various services and treatment approaches available to foster community integration.
CFN 560(12 hours)
Self Defense
an appropriate course of action in an attack while no-nonsense techniques that are easy to remember.
CFN 597(0-0-0)
Beginning Piano for Children
This course is designed especially for the beginner, ages 6-17, and will include fundamental instruction in note reading, rhythm recognition, proper hand position, and chords. Instruction will consist of ten 30-minute individual lessons.
CFN 598
Intro to Acrylic Painting
Description not available.
CFN 599(0-0-0)
Theater Workshop for Children
Concentration will be on basic techniques of acting, stage presence, proper singing techniques and vocal independence, and understanding of the theater. The session will end with a performance of a musical play presented by the class. Students must be between 7 and 12 years of age.
CFN 600(12 class hours)
Group Piano For Adults I
Always wanted to learn to play the piano? This course, designed especially for the adult beginner, will include fundamental instruction in note reading, rhythm recognition, proper hand position, chords, and learning to play in both beginning and classical styles, as well as pop.
CFN 601(10 class hours)
Music Theory Fundamentals
This class is designed to meet the prerequisite requirements needed by high school students preparing to major in music as well as the adult who has interest in learning about the basic building blocks of musical notation and structure. Beginning with the basic musical elements of sight, singing, ear training, and pitch matching, the course will progress to develop competency in note reading, writing, scales, key signatures, major and minor modes, interval, chords, and rhythmic elements.
CFN 605(0-0-0)
Beginning Piano for Children
This course is designed especially for the beginner, ages 6-17, and will include fundamental instruction in note reading, rhythm recognition, proper hand position, and chords. Instruction wkill consist of 10 half-hour individual lessons.
CFN 608(0-0-0)
Project Adventure
Come share the fun of an adventure challenge course. Cooperative teaming creates a safe environment for a whole new world of excitement. Non-competitive games, ccoperative problem solving, and the high ropes course are principle activities used to put you on the top of your game.
CFN 609(0-0-0)
Beginning Knitting
This class is for students who have never picked up needles and yarn before as well as those who need a refresher and want to learn how to become a better knitter. Students will learn knitting basics such as cast-on, the knit and purl stitches, binding off, reading patterns, and more. A $25 materials fee will cover yarn, needles, and a pattern to knit a fashion scarf. The instructor will also work with you on a project of your choice.
CFN 610(0-0-0)
Archaeological Field Conservation
When artifacts are excavated, these objects are immediately exposed to various levels of deterioration. This course will focus on methods for proper extraction of cultural materials in the field and how to prepare the materials for transport to a laboratory. A variety of methods for stabilization and consolodation in the field will be demonstrated.
CFN 611(0-0-0)
Exhibit Design for Archaeologists
This course will allow students of archaeology to learn how to create engaging exhibits based on archaeological topics. Students will plan, write, and fabricate their own exhibit. Students will explore the entire process from the initial idea to the creation of their exhibits and will gain the practical tools to turn archaeological evidence into interesting, thought-provoking exhibits for the general public.
CFN 612
Intermd Piano for Children
Description not available.
CFN 613(0-0-0)
CSI Schenectady
Students between the ages of 13 and 16 will learn about the full range of law enforcement activities from the time a crime is committed through the time the case is closed. Class topics include crime scene investigation, forensics, arrest and arraignment, the trial, due process, corrections, and parole. Student will meet and work along side the real officers and officials who work in the criminal justice system during expert presentations and demonstrations. A field trip to the Schenectady County jail is planned. Students are asked to bring a bagged lunch.
CFN 614
Basic Skills Coll Prep
Description not available.
CFN 619(7.5 class hours)
Voice for Children
singing techniques and vocal independence through solo and chorla literature. Recital on the last day of class.
CFN 624(10 class hours)
Music Theory II
This course continues Music Theory I by further developing competency in intervals, chords, and music analysis. Emphasis on tonal harmony as well as musical forms by exploring representative works from major style periods. The development of listening skills will be emphasized as well.
CFN 625(12 class hours)
Group Piano for Adults II
This course continues Group Piano I, serving those who are already proficient in beginning piano and have a basic knowledge of music reading and keyboard technique.
CFN 626(10 class hours)
Voice for Adults
A class for adults who love to sing but have little or no formal training. Learn the fundamentals of singing through solo and choral literature and learn to read musical notation. Focus on improving your vocal sound.
CFN 627(0-0-0)
Music Theory III
competency in intervals, chords, major and minor scales, modes and music analysis, including 4-part voice composition. Emphasis is on harmony and musical form. Also, some exploration in jazz.
CFN 628(4 hours)
Training and Learning Sites on the internet
workshop will help you explore the possibilities.
CFN 629(2 hours)
Parents/Teens and Computers
understand how to work with the family computer. Learn how to store files, add and remove programs and how to maintain the computer at peak performance.
CFN 630(2 hours)
New Features in Microsoft Office 2000
this session will provide you with a quick overview of what is new and different in the latest Microsoft Office Suite.
CFN 631(12 hours)
Computer Survival II
who want to increase their computing skills. Level II builds upon the skills learned in Computer Survival Level I. Students are required to bring a flash drive to class. Pre-requisite: CFA 119.
CFN 632(0-0-0)
Using MS Word XP Mail Merge
Learn how to use mail merge to create form letters, mailing labels, envelopes, or catalogs. This quick class provides hands-on experience guiding you through organizing the address data, merging it into a generic document, and printing the resulting personalized documents.
CFN 633(2 hours)
Controlling Your Computer Files
Do you have trouble finding the file you want to open? Learn how to organize your hard drive by creating folders and sub-folders for document storage, and then how to move your files into the appropriate folder.
CFN 634(2 hours)
Maintaining Peak PC Performance
disk space and how to optimize your hard drive for faster performance. These techniques apply to all versions of Windows.
CFN 635(6 hours)
Using Microsoft Outlook
information and tasks using this powerful application. Discover why Outlook is a popular organizational tool.
CFN 636(15 hours)
Introduction to MSWorks
of products. MSWorks has a word processor, a spreadsheet, and a handy database program. Discover how you can use it to manage your household and/or small business needs.
CFN 637(45 hours)
Getting Started in Linux
web sites and networks. This hands-on course will familiarize you with the power and versatility of this free, open source code operating system.
CFN 638(30 hours)
Macromedia Web Design 101
introductory course provides a hands-on overview of the following Macromedia products: Director, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash and Freehand.
CFN 640(87 hours)
MS Office 2000 Daytime Series
computers and proceed through using Windows and exploring the Internet. Extensive class time focuses on the primary components of Microsoft Office 2000 - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Register for all or individual sections of this dynamic series of classes.
CFN 641Internet
Daytime Series - Computer Survival, Windows 98, Me and the
A thorough introduction to using a personal computer. A must for the new computer user.
CFN 642(27 hours)
Daytime Series - Intro to Microsoft Word
covers the basics of word processing then explores time- saving features and provides instruction on how to create attractive, appealing documents. Master the basic skills of working in Microsoft Word, then apply these techniques to other Microsoft Office products.
CFN 643(18hours)
Daytime Series - Intro to Microsoft Access
for data input, then progress to dynamically display the results in a custom chart.
CFN 644(9 hours)
Daytime Series - Intro to Microsoft Access
and apply them to your home or business needs. Learn the importance of the database and components and customization options.
CFN 645(6 hours)
Daytime Series - Intro to PowerPoint
into Content Wizard, Design Template, and Blank Presentation. Work with a blank presentation and create a slide show with sound effects, timing and transition.
CFN 646(6 hours)
DaytimeSeries - Intro to Outlook
personal information and e-mail.
CFN 647
Intro to Adobe PhotoShop
Description not available.
CFN 648
Personal Web Pages
Description not available.
CFN 649
Macromedia: Flash
Description not available.
CFN 650
Intro Burning CDs
Description not available.
CFN 651
Networking Bootcamp
Description not available.
CFN 652(0-0-0)
Welcom to eBay
eBay is the world's largest trading community where people buy and sell a variety of different itmes every day. This course will teach you how to manipulate and use eBay.
CFN 653(0-0-0)
Intermediate Digital Photography
This class will teach you how to edit your pictures with Microsoft Picture It, making them your own personal works of art. Go one step further and share them with friends and family in personalized greeting cards that you create from scratch.
CFN 654
Inter Word XP
Description not available.
CFN 655
Intro to XML
Description not available.
CFN 656
Oracle Fundamentals
Description not available.
CFN 657
Intercon Cisco Netwk Devices
Description not available.
CFN 658
Certified 1st Responder
Description not available.
CFN 659
EMT Basic Refresher
Description not available.
CFN 660
Well-Being of the EMT, Med/Leg
Description not available.
CFN 661
Airway Management
Description not available.
CFN 662
Patient Assess/Foc Med &Trauma
Description not available.
CFN 663
Documentation and Commun
Description not available.
CFN 664
Genl Pharm/Resp/Card Emerg
Description not available.
CFN 665
Diabetes, Altered Ment/Allerg
Description not available.
CFN 667
Poisoning,Overdose,Envir,Behav
Description not available.
CFN 668
Obstetrics and Gyn
Description not available.
CFN 669
Bleeding,Hypoperf,Soft Tissue
Description not available.
CFN 670
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Description not available.
CFN 671
Injuries to the Head
Description not available.
CFN 672
Med-Flight
Description not available.
CFN 673
Infants and Children
Description not available.
CFN 674
Ambulance Operations
Description not available.
CFN 675
Serv-Safe Sanitation
Description not available.
CFN 676(12 hours)
Computer Survival 3
Survival classes. We'll explore the control panel, talk about upgrades for your machine, learn how to "shop" safely on the Internet, create a simple Excel spreadsheet, and you'll be able to burn a CD and add your data to it. This class will be open to all questions for discussion. Student are required to bring a flash drive to class. Pre-requisite: CFN 631
CFN 677(0-0-0)
Advanced Digital Photography
Find out how the experts compose their photos, use shutter speeds, aperture settings and lighting. We'll also critique our work and kearn new ways to digitally enhance pictures in Adobe PhotoShop. Classroom work will include still life and portrait photography.
CFN 678
More Writ/Illustr Child's Book
Description not available.
CFN 679(0-0-0)
Wilton Cake Decorating 1
Learn the basics of cake decorating. An instructor will provide easy step-by-step instruction and show you how to level, tort, and fill. Students will also learn to frost with buttercream, shell border, stars, figure piping, sweet peas, drop flowers, and roses. Materials fee of $25. Students will also be required to purchase additional materials during the course totaling approximately $60.
CFN 680(0-0-0)
Wilton Cake Decorating 2
Learn a variety of techniques such as royal icing flowers, colorflow, rope border, and basket weave. Materials fee: $30. Students will also be required to purchase additional materials for approximately $40 throughout the course.
PR: Wilton Cake Decorating 1
CFN 681
Exec Lead/Mgt Development
Description not available.
CFN 682(0-0-0)
How to Use a Palm Pilot
You got a Palm Pilot, and now you want to learn how to use its features. This stress-free class gives you the opportunity to explore its numerous offerings. Bring your Palm Pilot with you to class and discover all that you can do with it.
CFN 683(0-0-0)
Protecting your PC
you the best defense against viruses, hackers, and spammers. What do you do if you have spyware or a virus on your machine, or if you are receiving unwanted e-mail? This class outlines the best way to protect and clean up your machine.
CFN 684(0-0-0)
Wilton Cake Decorating 3
Learn how to use rolled fondant to make tiered wedding cakes, roses, and how to present the cake. Students will also learn how to make stringwork, garland, lily nail flowers, and lace. The final cake will be a fondant-covered two-tier cake. Materials fee: $30. Students will be required to purchase additional materials for approximately $60 throughout the course.
PR: Wilton Cake Decorating 2
CFN 685
Grp Voice for Kids
Description not available.
CFN 686
Women's Martial Arts Defense
Description not available.
CFN 687
Underwater Shipwreck Arch
Description not available.
CFN 688
Tactical EMS - REMO
Description not available.
CFN 689
TEMS REMO 04-17S
Description not available.
CFN 690
TEMS REMO 05-134A
Description not available.
CFN 691
You Want to Go to College
Description not available.
CFN 692
College Success Skills
Description not available.
CFN 693
Intro to College
Description not available.
CFN 694
EMT Con Ed Core
Description not available.
CFN 695
Intr to MS Works
Description not available.
CFN 696
Working with Queries/Access
Description not available.
CFN 697
Custom Access Reports
Description not available.
CFN 698
Forms in MS Access
Description not available.
CFN 699
Enhance Slideshows Music
Description not available.
CFN 700
Edit Photos in PhotoShop
Description not available.
CFN 701
Present Arch Findings
Description not available.
CFN 702
Geoarcheology
Description not available.
CFN 703
Muds and Masks
Description not available.
CFN 704
Balms and Salves
Description not available.
CFN 705
Officiating Sports Intro
Description not available.
CFN 706
Healthy Cook: Com Res Programs
Description not available.
CFN 707
05-203A & 05-204A
Description not available.
CFN 708
05-205A & 05-206A
Description not available.
CFN 709
05-207A & 05-208A
Description not available.
CFN 710
05-193 & 05-228A
Description not available.
CFN 711
05-209A&ACS05-210A
Description not available.
CFN 712
05-211A & 05-212A
Description not available.
CFN 713(25 hours)
Acting for Adults
This theatre course will explore acting vocally, physically and mentally as students work to improve their creativity and flexibility as actors and artists. This course will address stage fright, vocal and physical control onstage, and various ways to approach and act out dramatic roles. In this course, we will be using theatre games, monologues, scene work and original work as our tools for self expression through drama.
CFN 714
REMO2006 Protocol Update ALSP
Description not available.
CFN 715
Cert of Employability
Description not available.
CFN 716
Pharmacology
Description not available.
CFN 717
Fracture Mgt/Ped Assessment
Description not available.
CFN 718
Cardiology
Description not available.
CFN 719
Pediatric Trauma
Description not available.
CFN 720
Abdominal Trauma
Description not available.
CFN 721
Crush Injuries/Syndrome
Description not available.
CFN 722
Street Drugs--Overdoses
Description not available.
CFN 723
Winter Prehosp EMS Symposium
Description not available.
CFN 724
AMLS Provider Instructor
Description not available.
CFN 725
MCI/SMART Triage
Description not available.
CFN 726
CHF & Pulm Adema
Description not available.
CFN 727
ID/Ecol NE Plants/Animals
Description not available.
CFN 728
MS Photo Story
Description not available.
CFN 729
AutoTasks:MSWord/Excel
Description not available.
CFN 730
Web-Shots Photo Albums
Description not available.
CFN 731
Precious Metal Clay
Description not available.
CFN 732
Jewelry Making
Description not available.
CFN 735
French Refresher
Description not available.
CFN 736
Beginning Sewing
Description not available.
CFN 737(By Appointment)
Archaeological Research
This course is mandatory for students of the Community Archaeology Program who wish to volunteer at different archaeological sites in Schenectady County. Students will conduct research activities in the field and in laboratory settings.
CFN 738
Archeol of Erie Canal
Description not available.
CFN 739
Indep Archaeol Prod
Description not available.
CFN 740(15 hours)
Archaeology of Architecture
Students will be introduced to the field techniques, tools and technologies used to record, interpret and identify architectural resources encountered as either standing structures or in archaeological contexts. Approximately 50% of the class will be spent in field trips, arranged for Saturday mornings. This course is taught by Walter Wheeler, an Architectural Historian with Hartgen Archaeological Associates, Inc.
CFN 741
Let's Make Earrings
Description not available.
CFN 742
Let's Make Clasps
Description not available.
CFN 743
Bead Crocheting
Description not available.
CFN 744
Beg 1 Stroke:Painting
Description not available.
CFN 745
Inter 1 Stroke:Painting
Description not available.
CFN 746
Adv 1 Stroke:Painting
Description not available.
CFN 747
REMO 06-2221
Description not available.
CFN 748
06-190A & 06-191A
Description not available.
CFN 749
06-239A & 06-235A
Description not available.
CFN 750
Taste of Jewelry Making
Description not available.
CFN 751
Bead Crochet for Teens
Description not available.
CFN 752
Women's Sound Circl
Description not available.
CFN 753
Scenic Art Stage Lighting
Description not available.
CFN 754
Basic Welding
Description not available.
CFN 755
Library Asst/Tech Training
Description not available.
CFN 756
SCCC Summer Concert Band
Description not available.
CFN 757
Trade,Colonial,19th C Pottery
Description not available.
CFN 758
Callig & Illumin Manuscripts
Description not available.
CFN 759
Col Pencil & Drawing
Description not available.
CFN 760
How to Make Settings
Description not available.
CFN 761CFN 761
(9 hours)
these easy to shape icings. In this course you will experience a variety of fondant techniques and the beauty of gum paste. You will create flowers and accents with beautiful detail. Basic figure sculpting and painting with various luster dusts and powders will add a new dimension to your cakes. You will see how to use the tools that professionals use to create edible masterpieces. Each new technique will prepare you to decorate a cake that will look stunning for your Easter or Spring celebrations.
CFN 762
Make Jewelry:Spir Rope Stitch
Description not available.
CFN 763
Make Jewelry:Peyote Stitch
Description not available.
CFN 764
What's New Word 2007
Description not available.
CFN 765
What's New Excel 2007
Description not available.
CFN 766
Learn Social Netwking Sites
Description not available.
CFN 767
Create Yr Web Presence
Description not available.
CFN 768
Arch/Hist: Local Iron Industry
Description not available.
CFN 769
Make Gingerbread House
Description not available.
CFN 770
Paper Art for Kids
Description not available.
CFN 771
Scrapbk Essentials Paper Art
Description not available.
CFN 772
Youth Sports Institute
Description not available.
CFN 773
Camp Millionaire
Description not available.
CFN 774
Period Homes: Inter/Furnishing
Description not available.
CFN 775
Welcome to I-Tunes
Description not available.
CFN 776
Wine Tasting
Description not available.
CFN 777
Intermed Voice for Children
Description not available.
CFN 778
Cupcake Decorating
Description not available.
CFN 779
Aikido for Children
Description not available.
CFN 780
Aikido for Adults (4 weeks)
Description not available.
CFN 781
Mod Charcuter Adv Amateur&Chef
Description not available.
CFN 782
Fundam Taste and Flavor
Description not available.
CFN 783
ACF Certification
Description not available.
CFN 784(0-0-0)
Aikido for Kids
Students (ages 10-13 years of age) will practice the Hombu style of Aikido, which strenthens the body, mind and spirit. Aikido uses blending and redirecting techniques, Jujutsu joint locks and box elements that keep this martial art applicable for all individuals. Aikido promotes self defense, flexibility, strength building and coordination.
CFN 785(0-0-0)
Aikido for Adults
Students (ages 14 years of age and older) will parctice the Hombu style of Aikido, which strenthens the body, mind, and spirit. Aikido uses blending and redirecting techniques, Jujutsu joint locks and boxing elements that keep this martial art applicable for all individuals. Aikido promotes self-defense, flexibility, strength building and coordination.
CFN 786
Belly Dancing
Description not available.
CFN 787
Intr West Horseback Riding
Description not available.
CFN 788
Intr West Trail Horsebk Riding
Description not available.
CFN 789
New in Office 2007
Description not available.
CFN 790
Control Your PC Files
Description not available.
CFN 791
Gentle Yoga
Description not available.
CFN 792(12 hours)
Computer Survival 4
Continue to build on the skills you've learned in the Computer Survival classes. Students will explore options to get answer to those questiosn that always pop up and classes will include a question/answer period. Topics will include free software and how to obtain viewers for those documents you can't view. Students will learn how to back up files and address books, visit YouTube and create a slide show to share with others. Students are required to bring a flash drive to class. Pre-requisite: CFN 676
CFN 793(2 hours)
Free Software from A to Z
From Ad-Aware, Audacity and AVG to Zillow and Zoho, there's a world of free software out there to meet your most basic computing needs. Whether you need feature rich software or simple easy-to-use tools, you don't have to pay big bucks to get word processors, spreadsheets, presentation tools, photo editors, audio recorders and computer security software. This course will introduce students to popular, highly rated free alternatives to Microsoft Office, PhotoShop, MacAfee Anti-virus and more. Students will also learn how to find other free, well-tested software on their own.
CFN 794
Intro Office Suite
Description not available.
CFN 795
Geneology In Hist Archeology
Description not available.
CFN 796
First Dance:Wedding Wkshp
Description not available.
CFN 797
Enneagram-Understand Ourselves
Description not available.
CFN 798
Redefining Success Wksh
Description not available.
CFN 799(4 hours)
Creating a Coffee Table Book
Create a book full of memories documenting family, friends or special vacations. Bring your favorite photos to class on a CD or flash drive, organize and edit them for your photo book. Students will work in Winkflash, set up your account and get your book ready to print.
CFN 800
Creative Projects
Description not available.
CFN 801
Improv Basics
Description not available.
CFN 802
Zumba
Description not available.
CFN 803
Schen Cul Boot Camp
Description not available.
CFN 804
Basic Culinary Voc Training
Description not available.
CFN 805
Basic Med Vocational Training
Description not available.
CFN 806
Basics of Motorcycle Mainten
Description not available.
CFN 807
Intr Basic Cake Decorating
Description not available.
CFN 808
Children's Char Cake Decorat
Description not available.
CFN 809
Intro to Auto CAD
Description not available.
CFN 810(3.5 hours)
Notary Public Review
This course will prepare the student for the New York State Notary Public test and provide a comprehensive view of the Notary Public office. Confusing laws, concepts and procedures will be clearly explained and examples will be provided to discuss situations that a Notary Public officer is likely to encounter. Topics include avoiding conflicts of interest, maintaining professional ethics, charging proper fees, handling special situations, when to defer to an attorney and minimizing legal liability. All materials will be provided.
CFN 811CFN 811
(16 hours)
combined with historical research, landscape archaeology techniques can be a fascinating way to discover old mills, quarries, mining sites, canal ruins, railroad structures and abandoned factories. The Capital District is loaded with wonderful industrial archaeology sites. An introduction to using Global Positioning System (GPS) will be included. Field trips to teh Schenectady Yacht Club and the Peebles Island State Park are included.
CFN 812
Basket Weaving
Description not available.
CFN 813CFN 813
(24 hours)
of visual communication through the use of type, image, form and color. Students learn fundamentals of typography, design, layout and digital skills. The course includes basic design and type exercises reinforced in the digital portion of the class using Adobe PhotoShop software. An introduction to design skills needed to produce graphics for print, advertising, corporate identity and other media will be covered. Basic PC knowledge required. Students are required to bring a flash drive to class (at least 2 GB).
CFN 814(2 hours)
Introduction to Voice Overs
This fun, informative and empowering class will teach you the basics of the voice over industry. Students will discuss the many different types of voice overs and what it takes to get started as a voice over actor. Students will be recorded as they read from real scripts and receive a professional voice evaluation.
CFN 815(24 hours)
Basic Electricity
This is an introduction to basic electricty, a course that will give you the knowledge you need to take the next step to advanced training for almost any profession that deals with electricity. Our Basic Electricity course provides a introduction to industrial electricity principles as applied to modern industrial, commerical and institutional electric power systems. This course will provide you with a solid foundation on which you can build. Whether you intend on continuing your education or apprenticing in any afore- mentioned trades you will start with a firm footing beneath you. The fundamentals include Electrical Flow, Ohm's Law, Electrical Drawings, Symbols and Schematics, Basic Relay, Breaker and Fuse operation, as well as AC transformers and Electric Motors. Participants will assemble practical circuits in which they will apply the concepts learned. *Students are required to bring the book, Residential Wiring 15th edition by Ray C. Mullin to class. This course is taught at the Capital Region BOCES.
CFN 816(24 hours)
Industrial Archaeology
Discover hidden treasures in urban settings. When combined with historical research, lanscape archaeology techniques can be a fascinating way to discoverold mills, quarries, mining sites, canal ruins, railroad structures and abandoned factories. The Capital District is loaded with wonderful industrial archaeology sites. An introduction to using Global Positioning System (GPS) will be included. Field trips to the Schenectady Yacht Club and the Peebles Island State Park are rescheduled. No class 3/14 and 4/4.
CFN 817(1.5 hours)
Solar PV for Contractors
This course will instruct roofers, homebuilders, electricians and landscape designers how to integrate solar into jobs and elevate your services above the competitors. Students will be able to win more projects and earn additional income. The course will also discuss the different types of solar and their installation procedures, how to assess yoru customers viability for solar and solar selling techniques. By the end of the course, the student willbe able to confidently introduce solar to potential customers and develop an additional service to their business.
CFN 818
Basket Weaving for Kids
Description not available.
CFN 819
Writing & Illustrat Advtr Stor
Description not available.
CFN 820
Writing & Illustrat Myst Story
Description not available.
CFN 821(1.5 hours)
Solar, Wind and Other Renewable Energies
This course is designed for the home or business owner interested in installing a Renewable Energy system to either save on their utility bills, lower their carbon footprint or hedge themselves against rising energy costs. The course willdetail all of the different types of renewable energy (RE) resources available in upstate New York. Several of the RE types to be discussed will be solar photovoltaic, solar thermal, wind, geothermal and biomass. By the end of the course the student will understand how each system works, their pros and cons, be able to access the viability for RE at your property and understnad how all the state incentives and tax credits help pay for these systems.
CFN 822(6 hours)
Budgets and Financial Planning for Small Businesses
Have you ever wondered where your money goes? How can you control your cash? Small businesses often fail due to lack of financial planning and cash. Small business owners need to harness their resources through financial planning. Budgets are the foundation of every financial plan, whether you need a loan or just to see how you are doing now and 12 months down the line. The course will highlight different ways to formulate budgets, focus on cash flow and cash projections as well as overall forecasting and strategic plans.
CFN 823(10 hours)
Genealogy 2: Documentary Archaeology
This advanced genealogy course will guild on the basic genealogy skills learned in "Genealogy and Historic Archaeology." Students will continue to discuss record- keeping practice and archival rules, a variety of repositories in the area and the sources they offer. A field trip to the New York State Library and Archives is planned. Research will be oriented toward family histories. *Students will need to bring the software "Family Tree Maker," approximately $50, to class or subscribe to ancestry.com.
CFN 824
Medieval Archeology
Description not available.
CFN 825
Geneology II:Doc Arch
Description not available.
CFN 826(12.5 hours)
Culture of Death: The Study of Cemetaries
The course will examine cemetaries and gravestones from a variety of perspectives. Standing above the surface, cemetaries contain a large component of material culture left by past people for future generations. They reflect changing outlooks on death and can tell us not only about who is buried, but also about those people who buried them. By looking at cemetary layouts and locations as well as stone types, monument size, epitaphs and carved art, this class will analyze and interpret cemetaries and gravestones to learn more about the past. A field trip will be scheduled.
CFN 827
Sign Lang for Par and Educator
Description not available.
CFN 900
Nanotechnology Research
Description not available.
CFN 902CFN 902
(13.5 hours)
Hollywood and in documentaries. Topics include mummies, pirates, Native Americans, the Titanic, sunken warships and certain box office films.
CFN 903
Basic Photovolt Systems
Description not available.
CFR 088
College Prep Eng 1
Description not available.
CFR 089
ESL Video Lab Link
Description not available.
CFR 095(100+ class hours)
GED Preparation
This class features an applied curriculum designed to significantly improve success rates on the GED exam. Emphasis will be placed on building your basic reading, writing and math skills. Workbook fees additional. Mimimum age is 19.
CFR 102
Job Readiness
Description not available.
CFR 105
Achieve Basic Skills
Description not available.
CFR 106
Intensive GED
Description not available.
CFR 108
Intro to Work Skills
Description not available.
CFR 111
ESL for Business
Description not available.
CFR 112
BRG:Medical/Legal Office Pract
Description not available.
CFR 113
BRG:Intro to Computers
Description not available.
CFR 120
Smart Scholars
Description not available.
CFR 132
Internet for Business
Description not available.
CFR 347
Employment Skills Training
Description not available.
CFR 500
Primer to Educational Success
Description not available.
CFR 501
Intro to EMS Careers
Description not available.
CFT 102
Supervisory Skills
Description not available.
CFT 200
Bus/Indus Training
Description not available.
