Tunxis Community College Spring 2018

Tunxis Community College Spring 2018 Course Schedule tunxis.edu • 860.773.1450

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Prepare For Your Future at Tunxis Let us help you train for a new career, learn a different skill, solve an old problem, or just relax. We have over 300 online offerings and programs on campus in Farmington and Bristol.

Registration Information The Credit-free registration form (p. 38) must be completed in full with date of birth and social security number. Course fees are payable at time of registration. No written confirmations are mailed. You are assured of a place in class unless notified otherwise. Please make note of course location (Bristol or Farmington) when registering.

Resources for Students

In Person Register at Continuing Education & Workforce Development, 700 Building, Room 7-116 (address below), Monday-Wednesday • 9AM-6PM Thursday • 9AM- 6:30PM Friday • 9AM- 5PM

Mail Registration form (p. 38) & check (payable to Tunxis Community College) must reach us one week prior to the start of the course. Mail To: Continuing Education & Workforce Development, TCC, 271 Scott Swamp Road, Farmington, CT 06032

Fax Complete registration form (p. 38). Include required VISA, Discover, American Express, or MC number & expiration date. Fax to 860.606.9732.

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ACCESSIBILITY AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Tunxis Community College is committed to access and equal opportunity. Should you require academic adjustments to participate in any of the programs offered through Continuing Education & Workforce Development, please contact the Academic Success Center, (860.773.1530), and speak to a Learning Disabilities specialist at least three weeks before the start of your class. Alternative formats of this material may be provided upon request. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political beliefs, marital or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information or criminal record in its programs and activities. The College reserves the right to make any necessary changes in the information listed in this publication.

I Did It! “The Medical Assisting Program at Tunxis was one of the best experiences of my life. After many years of contemplating a career change, I finally took a leap of faith and entered the program. From my first phone call for information to post graduation, the support the Tunxis administrators and program educators have provided has been phenomenal. High expectations, excellent academic curriculum, and extraordinary supportive staff are the cornerstones to the program’s success and that of its graduates.” –Carole McLaughlin, Class of July 2015 Medical Assistant, UCONN Health, Simsbury, CT

Continuing Education and Workforce Development Affordable Effective Career-Oriented Accelerated Learning Campus Programs Include:

Online Programs Include:

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Medical Assistant Patient Care Technician Phlebotomy Technician Pharmacy Technician Real Estate Sales Veterinary Assistant Medical Administrative Assistant EMT-Basic Security Guard Certification Certified Nurse Aide

Paralegal Certified Bookkeeper CompTiaA+ Certification Project Management Medical Billing and Coding Administrative Professional Physical Therapy Aide Search Engine Optimization Optician Certification Training Microsoft Office Certification Certified National Pharmaceuticals Representative

For Online Courses: Career Training Programs, visit: CareerTraining.Ed2Go.com/Tunxis For Six-week Online Courses, visit: Ed2Go.com/Tunxis

tunxis.edu/continuing-education – 860.773.1448

Spring 2018 Schedule of Programs and Courses

TABLE OF CONTENTS Health Care Career Programs and Courses............................................................5-11

• Caregiver Training • Central Sterile Processing Technician • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) • CNA Competency Exam Review • CPR • EKG Skills • EMT Basic • Family Caregiver Training • Medical Administrative Assistant • Medical Assistant • Medical Math • Patient Care Technician (PCT) Certificate • Pharmacy Technician • Phlebotomy Technician Certification

Bartending with SMART.................................. 32 Boating Safety..................................................... 37 Credit Programs.......................................... 12-27 Electrical License Renewal Training............... 33 Motorcycle Rider Education Program.......... 31 Online Learning........................................... 28-30 OSHA Training................................................... 33 Photography................................................. 34-36 Professional Development.............................. 32 Real Estate.......................................................... 32 Registration Information and Form.............. 38 Special Interest Courses.................................. 37 Veterinary Assistant.......................................... 32

Continuing Education & Workforce Development Phone: 860.773.1450 Bristol: 860.314.4700 Fax: 860.606.9732 Email: [email protected] Online: tunxis.edu/ce Credit-free Health Care Careers Programs Phone: 860.773.1453 or 860.773.1454

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HEALTH CARE CAREERS Health Care Career Programs WIOA Information: Tunxis Continuing Education offers a number of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) approved programs that are funded through the American Job Center, New Britain. Call 860.899.3500 to learn more. Students who have successfully completed the Medical Assistant, Medical Administrative Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, Pharmacy Technician, CNA, and/or EKG and Pulse Oximetry Skills Programs are eligible to receive college credit through the Connecticut Credit Assessment Program administered by Charter Oak State College. Credits may be used at Charter Oak State College or transferred to another school by setting up a credit registry with Charter Oak. (Any transfer credit is at the discretion of the institution.)

http://www.charteroak. edu/current/programs/ creditregistry.cfm Please be advised that if you have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, you may not be eligible for clinical experiences, internships, externships or certifications associated with certain health care careers courses or programs. Those with previous convictions may also find it difficult to secure employment within a health care setting.

Medical Assistant Program Approved for WIOA Funding, Veteran’s Funding Available Medical assistants are in demand. Learn office procedures and everyday tasks MAs perform in doctors’ offices, clinics, and hospitals. This program includes computer skills; therapeutic communication skills; anatomy & physiology; clinical

office procedures; phlebotomy & pharmacology; electronic health records; financial management; health care insurance processing; billing and coding; medical law & ethics; medical office procedures; and medical terminology. • Prepares you to sit for the American Medical Technologists’ MA National Examination • Classroom instruction and lab groups are held at the college • Clinical externships are held at physicians’ offices and clinics within our college service area • Approximate program cost is $7,500 • Program runs every spring and fall Program starts on Tuesday, February 13

Medical Administrative Assistant Program Approved for WIOA Funding, Veteran’s Funding Available Play a key role in running a medical office. This 5-1/2 month Medical Administrative Assistant program prepares you for the vital duties of the front office, from scheduling appointments and billing insurance companies to handling patient records. This program includes medical terminology; medical office procedures; health care insurance processing, billing and coding; electronic health records; computer skills; financial management; customer service; medical law & ethics; HIPAA rules and guidelines, and risk management.

• Prepares you to sit for the National Healthcareer Association MAA Examination • Clinical externships are held at physicians’ offices and clinics within our college service area • Approximate program cost is $3,750 • Program runs every spring and fall Program starts on Monday, February 12

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HEALTH CARE CAREERS EMT Training Call 860.314.4700 to register for all EMT classes below. EMT Basic The curriculum prepares you to take the exams to become nationally registered and state of Connecticut certified at the basic level. Lectures, demonstrations and hands-on training provide the knowledge and skills required for certification. Students must complete the 10 clinical hours with Bristol EMS. There are no prerequisites for this course, but you must be at least 16 years of age.

EMT Basic Refresher

This program is accelerated over four days to fast-track your recertification process. If you are current with your CPR, you are excused from the Thursday class – proof of certification must be provided prior to the start of class.

Feb. 28 (WED); 12Noon-4PM & (TH,F,S); 8AM – 4PM Fee: $245

Exam fees of $100 and $80 are paid by student directly to the state of Connecticut and the National Registry.

Be advised that long-term EMT training is intensive in nature and will require a commitment of time and energy on your part. It is your responsibility to make time in your life to successfully complete the course and pass all certification requirements.

Central Sterile Processing Technician Central sterile processing technicians are responsible for the sanitation and packaging of surgical instruments in hospitals, surgical centers and clinics. This 15-week program covers anatomy and physiology; microbiology and infection control; decontamination and sterilization processing; and how to handle, care for, and identify surgical instruments. The course includes clinical exposure to a central sterile processing department. Course fee does not include the CBSPD Technician National certification examination. Students must have the text for the first class.

Feb. 8 – May 17 (TH); 5 – 9PM Fee: $999 plus text and nonrefundable $35 administrative fee Room: 306 Instructor: Peter Daigle

Feb. 5 – May 21 (M/W); 6-10PM Plus select Saturdays Fee: $799 (includes text, CPR manual, and stethoscope) Location: Tunxis@Bristol, 430 North Main Street, Bristol Instructor for all classes: Sharon Kenney and Staff

For more information or to register, call 860.314.4700, email [email protected], or fax 860.606.9722. Please be advised that if you have been convicted of a felony, you may not be eligible for clinical experiences, internships, externships or certifications associated with certain health care careers courses or programs. Those with previous convictions may also find it difficult to secure employment within a health care setting.


HEALTH CARE CAREERS Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

CNA Competency Exam Review

Classes Begin Thursday, February 8

This review covers geriatric resident care and the role of the CNA, and skills practice in a supervised lab.

Approved for WIOA Funding, Veteran’s Funding Available CNAs are in demand and our students have great success with job placement! All of our program options are approved by the CT Department of Public Health and lead to state certification. The state examination may be taken at the College. CNA Program Options

• Day and Evening Program: $950 plus text • Saturday Clinical Option: additional $49

All program options have a $35 nonrefundable administrative fee.

The curriculum may be for you if: CNA Program Options

• Your CNA certification has expired and you wish to re-take the state competency exam • You recently completed a CNA program and want to review before the state exam • You failed the written and/ or skills portion of competency exam, and wish to review • You have successfully completed a course or courses comprising not less than 100 hours of theoretical and clinical instruction in an approved L.P.N. or R.N. education program

Phlebotomy Technician This 120-hour program provides classroom theory and clinical lab instruction. Students who successfully complete the course are eligible for externships at UConn Health Center or Bristol Hospital. Upon successful completion of the program students are eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association certification exam (fee not included in tuition cost).

Day Program Feb. 12 – May 7 (M/T); 9AM – 2PM (no class Feb. 19) Instructor: Patty Blatherwick, CPT Evening Program Feb. 12 – May 8 (M/T/W); 5:30 – 8:45PM (no class Feb. 19) Instructor: Clare O’Gorman, CPT Fee $1,850 plus $35 nonrefundable administrative fee and materials.

March 21, 28, April 4(W); 6 – 9PM CRN: 1559 Fee: $279 plus text Room: 202 Instructor: Liz Cricco, L.P.N.

Email [email protected] or [email protected] to receive more information or a phlebotomy application packet.

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HEALTH CARE CAREERS Phlebotomy Externship (optional – open to recent program graduates only) Our clinical externship program, in affiliation with UConn Health Center and the Bristol Hospital, offers students an unparalleled opportunity to further master their phlebotomy skills in a structured and supervised environment with professionals currently working in the field. Our graduates typically get more than enough “sticks” to make them competitive for job opportunities that require experience. Clinical hours are during the day from 8AM to 4:30PM, Wednesday through Friday at UConn Health Center and Bristol Hospital. The schedules and sites are arranged by the Allied Health Coordinator.

May 9 – July 13 CRN: 1560 Fee: $249 Site:TBD

CPR BLS for Health Care Professionals

EKG & Pulse Oximetry Skills Approved for WIOA Funding, Veteran’s Funding Available For allied health professionals looking to add to their skill set, this course includes classroom and hands-on experience. Learn basic skills in administering a 12-lead EKG and pulse oximetry measurement. It is appropriate for nurse aides and those preparing for patient care technician (PCT) positions. Please note: This course does not prepare you to become an EKG technician. You must attend all sessions to receive a certificate of completion. Handouts for course will be provided.

March 6 – April 3 (T); 5:30 – 8:30PM 5 sessions – 1.5 CEUs CRN: 1561 Fee: $299 Room: 202 Instructor: Mark Rouleau, R.N.

Designed for health care professionals who respond to cardiac and respiratory emergencies, this three-hour course covers one-and two-person rescuer — adult, child and infant CPR, Foreign Body Airway Obstruction, and the AED. Cost includes textbook, course completion card and exam.

April 20 (F); 9AM – 12PM CRN: 1563 Fee: $100 Room:TBA


Pharmacy Technician This 60-hour program prepares you for an entry-level position in a hospital, community or mail order pharmacy. Topics include medical terminology; reading and interpreting prescriptions; and defining drugs by generic and brand names. Students will learn dosage calculation; I.V. flow rate; drug compounding; and dose conversion. Dispensing of prescriptions, inventory control, billing, and insurance reimbursement will also be discussed. Students must attend at least 90% of the course to receive a certificate of completion. Course prerequisite: basic fluency in both math and algebra

Feb. 12 – April 4 (M/W); 6 – 9PM, (no class Feb. 19) Fee: $ 1,134 includes text books and $35 nonrefundable administrative fee Instructors: CT Pharmacy Association Need a math refresher? See “Medical Math” on page 10. Email [email protected] or [email protected] to receive more information or a phlebotomy application packet.

HEALTH CARE CAREERS Caregiver Training This course is designed to prepare individuals to work as caregivers in the home setting. The concept of a medical home is one of several emerging trends in medicine. This training will cover the necessary information and skills needed to deliver safe and competent care. Lecture topics will include common disease processes, environmental hazards and safety, identifying health changes, the importance of communications, ethics, emergencies, basic food preparation, and home management. Personal care procedures will be practiced in a lab setting.

Patient Care Technician (PCT) Approved for WIOA Funding, Veteran’s Funding Available PCTs are valuable members of the health care team. Doctors, nurses and other health care professionals rely on them to assist with critical day-to-day care. PCTs have a diverse range of knowledge and skills such as:

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Providing basic patient care — bathing, feeding, turning and repositioning, transfers, patient care set-up

• Acquiring, distributing and administering patient care supplies • Performing safety checks and ensuring cleanliness in patient rooms and areas • Assisting patients with special needs • Obtaining EKG readings and monitoring vital signs • Performing phlebotomy procedures

• Providing emotional support to patients and families Launch your career in the medical field! Take courses at your own pace. Work in hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, clinics and nursing homes. To earn the PCT certification from Tunxis, you must successfully complete the following programs at the college within two years:

• Certified Nurse Aide program or provide proof of current CNA certification or LPN licensure • Phlebotomy Technician program (must be taken at Tunxis). • EKG & Pulse Oximetry course (must be taken at Tunxis). • CPR BLS for Health Care Professionals (must be taken at Tunxis).

April 10 – May 1 (T); 6 – 9PM CRN: 1564 Cost: $279 Room: 202 Instructor: Elizabeth Cricco, LPN

Family Caregiver Training If you are caring for a spouse, parent, child, or friend, your life is a balancing act. Like many caregivers, you may have other responsibilities, including a job and family. This 12-hour course will provide you with practical advice about adapting the home, diet and health, mental and social well-being, maintaining and aiding mobility, personal care skills, comfort measures, nursing techniques, emergencies, and end of life care. Legal as well as financial issues will be examined. Caring for the caregiver will be discussed along with support services.

March 5 – 26 (M); 6 – 9PM CRN: 1565 Cost: $279 Room: 202 Instructor: Barbara Korza, RN

Prepares you to sit for the National Healthcareer Association PCT Examination. Estimated total PCT program cost is $3,200 – $4,200.

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HEALTH CARE CAREERS NEW! Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative - ONLINE

NEW! Physical Therapy Aide ONLINE Are you seeking a career in the fastgrowing, high-demand field of health care? In this program, you can gain the skills and information you need to get a job as a physical therapy aide. You will learn what physical therapy entails and explore the different roles of physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, and physical therapy aides. Discover how therapists evaluate and treat patients and see how PT aides assist them in their important work; learn how to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues and how health care professionals document the treatments they provide. Principles of ethics and law as they apply to the health care field and anatomy and physiology will also be covered.

Medical Math “Ed2Go” Online Course

The CNPR Program was developed in partnership with the National Association of Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives (NAPSR). This unique training program will prepare you for a new career as a pharmaceutical sales representative and for national certification through NAPSR. As a registered student of the CNPR program, you’ll automatically become a member of NAPSR, and you’ll be eligible to sit for the CNPR national certification exam at no additional cost.

Master medical calculations online. Gain the medical math skills you need to do anything from calculating dosages to using scientific formulas. Review fractions, decimals, and percentages, and then cover the measurement systems and conversions used in the medical field. Learn to do real-world dosage calculations for oral, parenteral, and intravenous medications. This course is an excellent review for those planning to take the Pharmacy Technician program.

The CNPR is a federally trademarked certification you can earn by demonstrating the necessary knowledge in pharmacology, medical terminology, physiology, and regulations for selling pharmaceuticals. The CNPR examination is dedicated to increasing the professional level of NAPSR members and to developing meaningful and ethical standards fully accepted by both its members and members of the pharmaceutical community.

Six weeks – Offered online monthly Fee: $119

Students should be proficient in keyboarding, have a basic understanding of a word processing computer program (Microsoft Word recommended), and have a command of English grammar and punctuation. No health care or medical-office work experience is required.

ed2go.com/tunxis

You will receive tips for finding a job in the health care field. You do not need any special certification to become a physical therapy aide, so by the time you complete this program, you will be fully prepared to jump into your new career! This 150-hour program has open enrollment so you can start anytime! See page 30 for a list of our online Career Training Programs and enrollment information.

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This 90-hour program has open enrollment so you can start anytime! See page 11 for a complete list of our online Career Training Programs and enrollment information.

Fee: $1,795 includes text

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HEALTH CARE CAREERS NEW! Medical Billing and Coding - ONLINE Medical practices rely on medical billers and coders to provide the cash flow that keeps their doors open. Positions are also available with ambulatory care centers, medical equipment suppliers, insurance companies, public health agencies, consulting firms, and medical billing companies. Course material includes: abstracting from medical records, assigning codes to diagnoses and procedures using the ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS Level II code books, developing insurance claims according to thirdparty guidelines, and understanding the legal, ethical and regulatory concepts that are vital to this field.

Tunxis Academic Degree Programs

Upon completion, students will be prepared to take the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam, offered by National Healthcareer Association (NHA), and will receive the study guide materials, access to practice exams, and exam registration fees. Students will also be prepared to sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam, offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Note: It is recommended that you have knowledge of medical terminology, including anatomy and physiology (available from ed2go.com/tunxis). In order to sit for national certification exams, candidates must have a high school diploma or GED (recommended prior to enrollment).

Tunxis Community College • 271 Scott Swamp Road, Farmington, CT 06032 • 860.773.1490

Health Career Pathways

Program Information

Certifi cate Degree Associate

Students receive the foundation necessary for further study in health care professions. Credits from the program may be applied toward health care programs requirements such as nursing, within CT’s Community College System. For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

This 240-hour program has open enrollment so you can start anytime! See page 11 for a complete list of our online Career Training Programs and enrollment information. To register for the class visit: ed2go.com/Tunxis

For more information, contact: Diana Himmel [email protected] 860.773.1673

For a credit application form, see tunxis.edu/apply




Register for Spring Credit Courses at Tunxis Community College Credit classes start January 17. Late start options available – tunxis.edu/latestart • Seamless transfer to the CT State Universities—the most affordable way to start on a bachelor’s degree! • Experienced faculty dedicated to your success • More than 60 challenging, affordable associate degree and certificate options • Financial aid and payment plans

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Business Administration Program Associate Degrees • Business Administration • Accelerated Business Administration (can be completed online)

Career Certificates • Accelerated Business Administration (can be completed online) • Accounting • Business Administration • Finance • Marketing

Program Information Finance, business, accounting and marketing are among the top 10 bachelor’s degrees in demand by companies hiring new college graduates, according to a survey from the National Association of Colleges and Employers. Gain valuable skills, advance your career or prepare to pursue a bachelor’s degree in business with the many options at Tunxis. The Tunxis business program is the only associate degree in Connecticut to earn accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Upon completing an associate degree, you can transfer to a fouryear university program leading to a bachelor’s degree. Several colleges offer guaranteed admissions to Tunxis students including the Connecticut State Universities, and UConn’s regional campuses’ School of Business. For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Amy Feest Business Program Coordinator [email protected] 860.773.1631

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Business Office Technology Medical Option Associate Degree • Business Office Technology Medical Option

Certificate • Business Office Technology Health Information Technology

Program Information The associate degree prepares students for positions in physicians’ offices and health service agencies. The curriculum provides a knowledge of office administrative procedures, medical terminology, billing and claims procedures, and medical coding with a basic knowledge of business practices. The degree transfers to Charter Oak State College’s Health Information Management bachelor’s degree program. For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Candace Carbone Business Department Chair [email protected] 860.773.1609

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Computer Information Systems

Program Information

Associate Degrees • Computer Information Systems • Computer Information Systems: Computer Programming Option • Computer Information Systems: Network Administration Option • Computer Science/Mathematics (Honors)

Certificates

Students in these areas of study will prepare for employment in today’s rapidly changing information technology field, gaining theoretical and technical knowledge in the areas of programming, networking, operating systems, systems analysis, and application software. The Computer Science/Mathematics Honors program is an approved agreement with Central Connecticut State University, designed for those students who plan to pursue a career in computer programming, which requires a bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited program, among other options such as math. For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

• Computer Programming • Network Administration • Microcomputer Processing

For more information, contact: Mahendra Shah [email protected] 860.773.1638




Criminal Justice

Program Information

Associate Degrees

The Criminal Justice programs prepare graduates to perform the duties of entry-level criminal justice and corrections personnel, or go on for further studies. These degrees can be used as a career pathway as a police officer, law enforcement agent or private detective, as well as to transfer toward higher degree in criminal justice, public administration or law.

• Criminal Justice (can be taken on campus or completely online) • Criminal Justice: Corrections Option

Tunxis graduates are employed in many agencies nationwide including Federal Protection Services, U.S. Secret Service, U.S Bureau of Prisons, CT Department of Correction, CT State Police, and many local police departments. For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Jessica Waterhouse [email protected] 860.773.1646




Dental Assisting

Program Information

Certificate

This 10-month program offers preparation in chairside assisting and related office and laboratory procedures under the direction and supervision of the dentist. Dental classes are held in the new state-of the-art simulated dental clinic and lab facilities at Tunxis. Students gain hands-on clinical experience at state hospitals, state correction facilities, community health centers and private dental offices. Employment of dental assistants is projected to grow 18 percent from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. Certified dental assistants in Connecticut earn a median salary of $41,470 per year (The DALE Foundation). Expanded Functions Dental Assisting (EFDA) is a new career opportunity for certified dental assistants which will bring further job opportunities and higher pay. One of the requirements to become an EFDA is to maintain current DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification.

For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Erin Annecharico, CDA, RDH, BSDH, MS Dental Assisting Program Coordinator [email protected] 860.773.1680




Dental Hygiene

Program Information

Associate Degree

The Dental Hygiene program provides the skills and knowledge necessary to function effectively as an integral member of the dental health team. The program has an affiliation with University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine and utilizes the facilities of the UCONN School of Dental Medicine, federal, state and local hospitals, and community health clinics. -Hands-on classes are held in a state-of-the-art simulated dental clinic and lab facilities on campus. -Tunxis Community College is the only public college in Connecticut to provide a degree in Dental Hygiene. -Students have many opportunities to participate in community outreach service learning projects on the local, national and international level. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the examinations for licensure given by National and North East Regional Boards. Graduates who pass both boards are eligible for a Connecticut license. Tunxis Community College’s Dental Hygiene program is accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation. This is a selective admissions program. For a complete list of requirements, visit tunxis.edu/tunxis.edu/ah. For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Patricia Johnson Dental Hygiene Program Coordinator [email protected] 860.773.1679




Early Childhood Education

Program Information

Associate Degree

This program provides students with the skills and competencies necessary to work effectively with young children, birth through age eight, in the field of professional childcare and education.

• Early Childhood Education

Certificates • Early Childhood Administration • Early Childhood Education

The degree program prepares students for positions as teachers and assistant teachers in a variety of early childhood settings. Instruction is designed to be practical for prospective teachers as well as individuals already in the field. It also prepares students for academic work at the baccalaureate level. Graduates of the ECE associate degree are eligible for the state of CT Early Childhood Teacher Credential. Under supervision students gain experience working with children at the Tunxis Early Childhood Center. For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Joyce Voisine [email protected] 860.773.1344




Energy Management Associate Degree

Program Information The Energy Management program was designed to help the state meet demand for skilled energy analysts and technicians.

• Energy Management A.S. Applied Science

Certificates • Energy Accounting • Energy Core • HVAC Energy Analysis

The associate degree and certificates provide skills in measuring, analyzing and reducing commercial building energy use while helping companies comply with standards to reduce energy use. Credits from the certificates can be applied toward the associate degree. Students receive hands-on experience in “living laboratories” at the College where they perform energy analysis on Tunxis campus building systems. They also complete internships with partner energy companies and receive job placement assistance upon graduating. Courses in the Energy Management Program can prepare you for the Association of Energy Engineers Certified Energy Manager (CEM) exam.The Energy Management degree at Tunxis meets the training prerequisite for CEM certification, which is required to sit for the exam. For a complete list of courses required in the proper sequence, please go to tunxis. edu/energy. Funding for the program is provided by the U.S. Department of Energy, State Energy Program administered by the CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP).

For more information, contact: Eric Gribin [email protected] 860.773.1318




Engineering & Technology

Program Information

Associate Degrees

These Tunxis programs are a cost-effective way to start on your path to a bachelor’s degree and go into a career in technology, biomolecular science, or engineering. Graduates will receive a background in mathematics, science and general education courses for transfer into a four-year program.

• Engineering Science • Technology Studies • Technology Studies: Biomolecular Science Option

Transfer Information: The associate in science degrees are part of the statewide College of Technology (COT) initiative, which provides career pathways for students to earn certificates, associate of science and bachelor of science degrees in engineering and technology disciplines. The COT curriculum • Technology Studies: Engineering prepares students enrolled in engineering science or technology program options at any of the Connecticut community colleges to seamlessly transfer Technology Option their credits toward a four-year degree at sponsoring Connecticut universities.

• Technology Studies: Technology and Engineering Education Option

Certificates • Computer Aided Drafting • Lean Manufacturing

Employment Opportunities: Over 75% of the top 100 fastest growing jobs will be in fields that require knowledge of math, science, or engineering principles (CT Department of Labor). The average starting salary in the U.S. for a graduate with a bachelor’s degree in engineering is approximately $61,000 (NACE salary survey). For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Greg Szepanski Program Coordinator [email protected] 860.773.1626




Graphic Design

Program Information

Associate Degrees

The graphic design program provides an education in graphic design communications, using processes and technologies relevant to the professional design environment. Students develop skills in visual literacy, problem solving, image creation, typography, layout, publication, design, and graphic arts production using a wide array of industry-standard graphics software including Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. Students can complete work in a state-of-the-art Mac lab equipped with computers, scanners and color printers, or in the Computer Lab on campus.

• Graphic Design • Graphic Design Interactive Media

Certificate • Graphic Design

For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Carianne Garside Department Chair [email protected] 860.773.1647




Homeland Security

Program Information

Certificate

This certificate offers students an in-depth understanding of the interrelated duties, relationships and issues of the agencies associated with Homeland Security. Upon completion of the certificate, students will be able to identify, describe and analyze security threats as individuals and in coordinated team settings. It is based on a model developed by Global Corporate College and the Transportation Security Administration. Tunxis is currently partnering with both agencies to offer these three courses to TSA employees as well as those who hope to find entry-level positions within the TSA. For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Jessica Waterhouse [email protected] 860.773.1646




Human Services Associate Degrees • Human Services • Human Services: Family Violence Intervention Option

Certificates • Human Services • Family Violence Intervention

Program Information These areas prepare students to work in the broad and diverse field of human services through exposure to the most current thinking in the field, hands-on experience, and community networking. The goal of these programs is to improve the quality of life for all of society. The associate degree curriculum provides a general background for work with children, families and adults. Most professions in human services require academic work beyond the associate degree for continuing professional work and advancement. Individuals with an associate degree may be employed as case management aides, human services workers, residential managers, gerontology aides, special-education teacher aides, mental health technicians and social service technicians. For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Colleen Richard, Ph.D. [email protected] 860.773.1637




Pathway to Teaching Careers

Program Information

Associate Degree

The Pathway to Teaching Careers program is designed to parallel the first two years of study at Central Connecticut State University for students preparing to enter a bachelor’s degree program in elementary or secondary education. Under this agreement with Central Connecticut State University, students will save on the first two years of a bachelor’s degree as they prepare to become a teacher, an occupation that continues to show high demand in Connecticut. While attending Tunxis, students will benefit from dual advising with Tunxis and CCSU faculty. TCC Pathway graduates will have the 15 CCSU credit requirement to apply to the teaching program waived. For all provisions of the articulation agreement and a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Susan Gentry [email protected] 860.773.1651




Visual Fine Arts

Program Information

Associate Degrees

The Visual Fine Arts program provides students with the skills necessary to transfer to a four-year institution offering undergraduate degrees in art and photography.

• Visual Fine Arts • Visual Fine Arts: Photography Option

Certificate • Photography

Students in some courses have the opportunity to display their work in exhibitions on campus in the Tunxis Barnes-Franklin Art Gallery, dedicated in 2008. For a complete guide with recommended sequence of required courses, find your program of interest at tunxis.edu/academics.

For more information, contact: Carianne Garside Department Chair [email protected] 860.773.1647


The College of Technology Manufacture Your Future

The College of Technology provides seamless career pathways for students to earn certificates, associate of science and bachelor of science degrees in engineering and technology disciplines, with no loss of credit upon transfer.

See page 21 for information on Tunxis engineering and technology programs.

The Regional Center for Next Generation Manufacturing (RCNGM) is one of seven National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education Centers in the United States. The RCNGM is led by the College of Technology at Tunxis Community College, a consortium of all 12 CT Community Colleges and eight public and private universities.

For more information on the College of Technology, contact: Karen Wosczyna-Birch at 860.723.0608, or [email protected] Or visit -

WWW.NEXTGENMFG.ORG

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TUNXIS ONLINE LEARNING INSTITUTE Now you can learn anywhere! Classes begin monthly with start dates of Jan. 17, Feb. 14, March 14, April 11, May 16, June 13 This is a partial listing of courses offered. Check ed2go.com/tunxis for more than 300 online classes. Choose from more than 300 online classes that begin monthly and run for six weeks. Take classes that fit your schedule. Relax. There is no need to rush to campus. Take non-credit classes from home! Course fees start at $129.

REQUIREMENTS: All Ed2Go courses require a student to have Internet access, an email address, and a compatible web browser such as Internet Explorer, Safari or Firefox. Some courses may have additional requirements.

1. Visit our Online Instruction Center (see screen shot above): ed2go.com/tunxis

2. Click the Courses link, choose the department and course title you are interested in and select the Enroll Now button. Follow the instructions to enroll and pay for your course. Here you will enter your email address and choose a password that will grant you access to the Classroom.

3. When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link. To begin your studies, simply log in with your email address and the password you selected during enrollment.


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Tunxis Community College School Name Accounting Fundamentals Series If you're interested in increasing your financial awareness while also gaining a marketable skill, this series of courses is perfect for you.

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These bundles allow you to take multiple courses at a discounted price while gaining an in-depth understanding of the subject area. Our instructor-led online courses are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive. We focus on creating warm, supportive communities for our learners and offer new course sessions monthly. Visit our website to view start dates for the courses that interest you. Features: • Expert Instructor • 24-Hour Access • Online Discussion Areas • 6 Weeks of Instruction Per Course • Monthly start sessions Complete any of these courses entirely from your home or office and at any time of the day or night.

Graphic & Multimedia Design Adobe Illustrator Creating Web Pages Dreamweaver Flash CS5 and CS6 Intro to PHP and MySQL Photoshop CS5, CS6, CC and Elements Visual Basic

Creating Wordpress Websites Series This series of courses will take you from having zero experience and knowledge of web design to more advanced techniques.

Grant Writing Suite Learn everything you need to know to start writing Digital Marketing Suite grant proposals and consult or volunteer for non- Learn how to develop an Internet marketing plan, use popular social media platforms, and achieve profit, public foundations. higher positions with major search engines. Basic Computer Skills Suite Web Design Value Suite Learn essential computer skills for the 21st Create your own webpages and websites century workplace, including how to troubleshoot after learning everything from web design layout PC issues! to CSS3/HTML5 and Javascript. Microsoft Office 2016 Value Suite HTML and CSS Series Learn to use the basic features of Microsoft Word Learn to use CSS3 and HTML5 to create 2016, Microsoft Excel 2016, and Microsoft professional-quality websites for desktops, PowerPoint 2016, three of the most fundamental laptops, and mobile devices. software programs used in educational and professional settings. Java Programming Series Learn Java programming, one of the most widely Microsoft Word 2016 Series used computer languages, in this discounted Learn the ins and outs of Microsoft’s newest series of courses. release of Microsoft Word. This discounted bundle SQL Series teaches you everything you need to know about SQL is one of the most requested skills from the 2016 release. today’s data-driven employers. Learn the coding Microsoft Excel 2016 Series language in these easy to follow online courses. Learn to use basic, intermediate, and advanced PHP and MySQL Series features of Microsoft Excel 2016. Learn how to create interactive websites, Project Management Suite including how to create an interactive online store Learn the fundamentals of project management complete with an online catalog of products. in this discounted suite of online courses. Computer Networking Suite PMP Prep Series Learn the fundamentals of networking and Learn how to prepare for the Project Management prepare for a career in an exciting and fastgrowing field. Institute's prestigious PMP® certification exam.

Teaching Creating Classroom Centers Empowering Students with Disabilities MS Office in the Classroom Solving Classroom Discipline Problems Technology in the Classroom The Creative Classroom Understanding Adolescents

To Enroll or learn more, visit or call us at:

To register for the class visit: ed2go.com/webname ed2go.com/Tunxis

This is a partial listing of courses offered. Check ed2go.com/Tunxis for more than 300 online classes. Computer Mastery Microsoft Access Computer Skills for the Workplace Excel Keyboarding PC Troubleshooting PowerPoint

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QuickBooks 2016 Series Master the fundamentals and more advanced functions of QuickBooks 2016. Learn everything from creating statements to using batch invoicing and managing journal entries.

Supervision and Management Series Whether you’re new to managing employees or are a seasoned pro, these courses will help you brush up on your leadership and interpersonal communication skills, to help you lead your team to success.

Medical Coding Medical Math Medical Terminology Medical Transcription Natural Health & Healing Spanish for Medical Professionals

Business & Management Accounting Fundamentals Administrative Assistant Fundamentals Business and Marketing Writing Grant Writing and Proposals Marketing Your Business Payroll in QuickBooks Project Management Fundamentals QuickBooks 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Supervision & Management Law & Legal Careers Business Law Legal Nurse Consulting Real Estate Law (not for state licensing) Spanish for Law Enforcement


TUNXIS ONLINE LEARNING INSTITUTE Classes begin monthly with start dates of Jan. 17, Feb. 14, March 14, April 11, May 16, June 13

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Test Prep GED GMAT GRE LSAT PRAXIS I Creating Mobile Apps Intro to Networking Intro to PC Security Introduction to Programming Java Programming Mac, iPhone, and iPad Programming Oracle SQL TUNXIS ONLINE LEARNING INSTITUTE This is a partial listing of courses offered. Check careertraining.ed2go.com/ tunxis for over 150 online classes. The courses listed below have open enrollment so you can start at any time! Career Training Programs Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing and Coding and Terminology Administrative Professional with Microsoft Office Specialist 2010 Android App Developer Carpentry Certified Bookkeeper Certified Mediator Certified Residential Interior Designer Certified Wedding Planner Chartered Tax Professional CompTIA A+ Certification Entrepreneurship: Start-Up and Business Owner Management

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All materials are included in the program fees. Each course has an instructor assigned to answer questions and solve student problems.

• Financial assistance a vailable

• 6-18 month self-paced, start anytime • Textbook and materials included • Prepare for industry certification • Certification exam vouchers are included • Student advisors provide you coaching, motivation, and career readiness support

Jump Start Your Career or Find a New One CPC Medical Billing and Coding (Voucher Included) This program with 60 HRS of medical terminology training, gives you a competitive edge in entering the healthcare field. 340 HRS

Payroll Practice and Management (Voucher Included) Become knowledgeable in all facets of payroll rules and regulations, and join one of the fastest-growing career fields today. 100 HRS

Certified Bookkeeper The Certified Program helps professional bookkeepers earn prestigious American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB) certification.140 HRS

SSCP Systems Security Certified Practitioner (Voucher Included) This program is an ideal course for individuals interested in advancing their knowledge of information and systems security. 75 HRS

Pharmacy Technician (Voucher Included) Pharmacy technicians support licensed pharmacists in providing health care to patients. Train to enter this rapidly growing field with this respected online program. 330 HRS

Human Resources Professional Master the skills you need to gain an entry-level position in human resources and prepare to take the PHR (Professional in Human Resources) certification exam. 120 HRS Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CCMA)(Voucher Included) This program will train students to handle the increasing complexities of healthcare management and patient care in offices of physicians and other providers. 160 HRS Certified Outpatient Coder (Voucher Included) This program teaches the competencies needed to prepare you to sit for the AAPC Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) certification exam. 200 HRS HVACR Certified Technician The HVACR Certified Technician program is a comprehensive online training that encompasses heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. 265 HRS Web Applications Developer Master the skills you need to create dynamic database-driven websites using the latest technologies. 360 HRS Professional Bookkeeping with QuickBooks 2015, Software Included This program teaches students how to master professional bookkeeping using QuickBooks 2015 software. 140 HRS

CompTIA Security+ Certification Training (Voucher Included) Take your first step toward a career as a security professional and prepare yourself for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam as you master the basics of system security, network infrastructure, access control, and organizational security. 80 HRS CompTIA A+ Certification Training (Voucher Included) CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for validating the skills of entry-level computer technicians. It opens the door to an exciting career in computer technology, and ed2go’s online program makes training convenient and interactive. 230 HRS ICD-10 Medical Coding Prepare for the future of medical coding by mastering the steps for using the ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS to code medical diagnoses and procedures. 200 HRS CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician The CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician course teaches the fundamentals of healthcare IT (HIT) by using the CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician (HIT-001) exam objectives as the framework. 80 HRS

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) CISM is one of the most valued certifications in the IT security industry. This online program will prepare you to sit for the CISM certification exam, and the exam cost is included. 150 HRS Grant Writing Learn to write grant proposals that get funded in this nationally recognized Grant Writing online training program. 300 HRS Certified Wedding Planner This comprehensive program covers everything an aspiring wedding planner needs to know to get started in the business. This program will provide all the knowledge you need to work as a professional wedding planner or start your own business. 340 HRS Advanced Hospital Coding and CCS Prep This program will utilize your existing knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare sciences. Increase your coding skills and prepare to take the certification exam to become a Certified Coding Specialist. 80 HRS CNA: Routing and Switching (Voucher Included) Gain the knowledge to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size routed and switched networks while preparing you for the 200-125 CCNA exam or the 100-105 ICND1 and 200-105 ICND2 exams. 180 HRS CBCS Medical Billing and Coding (Vouchers Included) This nationally recognized program combines the Medical Billing and Coding program with 60 hours of medical terminology training to give you a competitive edge in the healthcare field. 340 HRS

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Event Management and Design Food and Customer Service Skills Training Graphic Design with Photoshop Human Resources Professional HVACR Technician Legal Secretary Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification Paralegal Physical Therapy Aide


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Professional Bookkeeping with QuickBooks Project Management Retail Customer Service Skills Training Solar Power Professional Video Game Design and Development Webmaster

MOTORCYCLE RIDER EDUCATION Largest Program in Connecticut! Courses available in Farmington, East Granby, Fairfield, and Stratford Motorcycling is one of the most exciting forms of transportation. You are totally responsible for every action taken — from timing each shift to keeping a keen eye out for other motorists. To understand these responsibilities, a CT Motorcycle Rider course is the place to start. Expert instruction is offered to both the beginner and the experienced rider. Students must have the ability to ride a bicycle.

IT’S THE LAW!

All applicants for a new motorcycle license must successfully complete the Connecticut Motorcycle Rider Education Program.

Classes run April through October. Contact us to receive your Motorcycle Rider schedule of dates/times and registration information, or visit tunxis.edu/motorcycle.

For more information, call 860.773.1446 or visit tunxis.edu/motorcycle

IMPORTANT! NO EXCEPTIONS. Motorcycle course fees are nonrefundable. Select your class dates carefully to ensure your ability to attend all sessions of your class, on time. Any absence or tardiness will require you to register for another course, pay again, and start over. If you know you will miss a session due to a vacation, wedding, work, etc., DO NOT enroll in that class; please choose another.

Basic Motorcycle Rider Course: Designed for the individual with little or no riding experience. Includes six hours of classroom instruction and 12 hours of on-cycle training. Classes are held evenings and weekends. You must have a driver’s license and be physically able to operate a motorcycle. Motorcycles will be provided. Scooters available upon request.

Fee: $220 non-refundable

Private Lessons: Enjoy a personalized learning environment. Private and semi-private lessons comprise a maximum of 18 hours of both classroom and on-cycle instruction. Rider’s ability determines length of course. Fee: $850 private, $425 semi-private

ride4ever.org Visit ride4ever.org to prepare for your course (download course manual and study questions in advance), access safety information, and learn all the latest news. Also, watch the Basic Rider Course five-minute video, a summary of the training program.


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Learn how to serve responsibly!

Professional Bartending with SMART Certification This professional bartending course includes state and national SMART certification (Servers and Managers Alcohol Responsibility Training) recognized by the Connecticut Department of Liquor Control and police departments. Learn to serve responsibly, to spot signs of intoxication, and to respond appropriately. Students learn to make over 100 drinks. Instruction includes opening and closing procedures, product knowledge, speed of preparation, and people skills.

April 7 & 14 (S); 9AM – 5PM May 12 & 19 (S); 9AM – 5PM Fee: $239 plus materials (Materials fee of $35 is payable to the instructor at the first class.) Instructor: Paul Rich teaches SMART certification across CT and has been in the bartending industry for more than 15 years. Location: Tunxis@Bristol campus, 430 North Main Street, Bristol.

Principles and Practices of Real Estate Before you can sell real estate, you must pass the state tests to be licensed. Our class will prepare you by providing clear explanations of modern real estate practices and a working knowledge of real estate in Connecticut. Learn the special language of the real estate business, including operating procedures and important laws governing agency, title transfer, mortgages, agent conduct, and ethical practice. You will gain an extensive understanding of how the real estate marketplace works. Property owners, buyers, sellers, and anyone interested in pursuing real estate careers or operations will find this course beneficial and rewarding.

DAY: Feb. 26 – May 9 (M/W); 9AM-12Noon Room: 6-173 Instructor: Laura Higgins

EVENING: Feb. 27 – May 15 (T/TH); 5:30– 8:30 PM, No Class March 29 Room 6-173 Instructor: Laura Higgins Fee: $485 plus text All real estate courses are approved by the Real Estate Commission.

The SMART Program provides servers and those in the liquor industry with the training they need to avoid liquor violations.


Video Game Design and Development - ONLINE With this comprehensive training program, you’ll master skills that open doors to the growing video game industry. Using an analytical approach to game engine architectures, this program offers you the opportunity to learn how to effectively implement game ideas. The curriculum is divided into eight modules covering five major areas of study: programming languages, mathematics skills, 3D graphics pipeline programming, realtime game engine architectures, and artificial intelligence algorithms. This 500-hour program has open enrollment so you can start anytime! See page 30 for a complete list of our online Career Training Programs and enrollment information.

Fee: $1,995 includes text

Veterinary Assistant Program (42 hours classroom/24 hours clinical) Designed for health care professionals Train for an entry level position as a veterinary assistant working in an animal hospital, clinic, animal shelter, laboratory or zoo. Vet assistants perform front office functions, assist in providing routine and emergency care, perform laboratory procedures, assist in dental and surgical procedures, and take X-rays. Navy blue scrub top must be worn to clinical experience.

Feb. 7 – May 16 (W); 6 – 9PM Fee: $799 plus text and navy blue scrub top for clinical Room: 6-173

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Electrical License Renewal Training Program C, L,T License Required Electrical Training The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection requires all Connecticut licensed electricians to take a four-hour continuing education course each year to renew their license. Classes for C-5, C-6, L-5, L-6, T-1, and T-2 electricians, and low voltage/telecommunications are available. The program meets CT Department of Consumer Protection standards and includes OSHA regulations, Connecticut general statutes, building codes, National Electrical Code (NEC), code updates, Codeology, and other specific skill areas. Students must bring the “NEC 2014” (National Electrical Code) book.

4-hour Format! Classes meet 8AM–noon, except as noted. Jan. 19 (F)

Bristol

8AM – 12noon

Jan. 29 (M)

Bristol

Feb. 14 (W)

Bristol

Feb. 23 (F)

Manchester

8AM – 12noon

Feb. 24 (S)

Bristol

8AM – 12noon

March 3 (S)

Bristol

8AM – 12noon

8AM – 12noon

5 – 9PM

March 12 (M) Bristol

March 16 (F) Manchester

8AM – 12noon

April 6 (F)

8AM – 12noon

Bristol

8AM – 12noon

April 18 (W) Bristol

5 – 9PM

April 27 (F)

8AM – 12noon

Manchester

May 5 (S) Bristol

8AM – 12noon

May 14 (M)

Bristol

8AM – 12noon

May 16 (W)

Manchester

May 25 (F)

Bristol

8AM – 12noon

June 2 (S)

Bristol

5 – 9PM 8AM – 12noon

Fee: $69 Location: Tunxis@Bristol, 430 North Main Street, Bristol, except as noted.

OSHA 10 Construction Training OSHA 10-hour construction training is required for all employees of any public building project that are paid for in part by state, municipal, or federal funding. Our program meets the criteria outlined by OSHA’s Outreach Training Initiative. Ideal for construction workers, project managers and superintendents.

OSHA 30 Construction Outreach Training OSHA 30 Construction Outreach Training provides a variety of safety concerns and scenarios to workers who are responsible for safety on the job. The class includes training in hazard identification, avoidance, control and prevention. A special focus is placed on OSHA Focused Four Hazards, “fall protection, electrical, being struck by an object, and caught in between.” Other areas of the training include personal protective and lifesaving equipment, health hazards in construction, and introduction to OSHA. For construction foremen and job supervisors, and those personnel responsible for construction-related projects. Those who complete all 30 hours will receive an OSHA 30 Department of Labor outreach card.

April 19, 20, 26, 27 (TH, F); 8AM – 4PM You must attend all 4 sessions to earn your card. Fee: $299

March 2 & 3; (F) 4:30 – 8:30PM & (S) 7:30AM – 2:30PM

Location: Tunxis@Bristol 430 North Main Street, Bristol

April 27 & 28; (F) 4:30 – 8:30PM & (S) 7:30AM – 2:30PM

Instructor: David Stevens

Fee: $135 Location: Tunxis@Bristol 430 North Main Street, Bristo

For more information or to

Instructor: David Stevens

email [email protected], or

register, call 860.314.4700, fax1.860.606.9722.


PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES Credit-free Creative Photography Certificate Credit-free photography students who complete the following classes and have their portfolio reviewed and accepted by our instructors will earn a Credit-free certificate in Creative Photography from Tunxis Community College. • Understanding Your Digital SLR Camera 12 hours “Digital Photography Boot Camp” can substitute for this class • Applied Creative Photography 12 hours • Photoshop for Photographers (formerly Photoshop Elements) 18 hours • Basic Artificial Lighting or Flash Portraits (formerly Flash Photography) 12 hours • Advanced Photography 18 hours (A portfolio review will be conducted in the Advanced Photography class by all instructors.) Tunxis Community College Credit-free Creative Photography Certificate will be awarded in May/ June. Please allow 30 days for the review process to take place. NOTE: Additional workshops may be offered throughout the year based on student interest. Early registration is encouraged for best selection and to ensure your class is not canceled due to lack of enrollment. For more information or to register, call 860.314.4700, email [email protected], or fax 1.860.606.9722.

Understanding Your DSLR Camera Learn how to operate your digital (DSLR) camera, and discover its creative potential. Whether you are a beginner or have some experience, you will benefit from this course. Taking full advantage of your camera’s capabilities, topics will include: camera handling, understanding ISO settings, lens choices, creative filter use, working with aperture and shutter controls, when to use flash, and demystifying your camera’s menus, plus much more. Join us in an informal atmosphere, with emphasis on the individual needs of each student. Students will need a digital (DSLR) camera with manual control capability. Feb. 5, 12, 26 & March 5 (M); 6-9PM (4 sessions) No class Feb. 19 Fee: $ 149 Location: Tunxis@Bristol, 430 North Main Street, Bristol Instructor: Eric Dreeke

Basic Artificial Lighting Back by popular demand, the first of several photo courses on lighting. You can’t get this anywhere else! This course is designed to introduce the beginning photographer to various artificial light sources and modifiers through a series of presentations and hands on practice. Learn how to manipulate artificial light to produce professional looking images that convey a visual mood. Demonstration and practice of: Hot lights, strobe lights, umbrellas, bounce and translucent screens, hard edge and soft edge “quality” of light, color temperature, white balance, digital histogram, light modifiers, directional lighting, mood lighting, “hair” light, lighting ratios, mixed source lighting, portrait, full figure, and group lighting, lighting on a “shoestring,” studio strobes – large and small. Prerequisites: Completion of “Understanding Your Digital SLR


Camera” and “Applied Creative Photography” or approval of the instructor. Students are required to bring their digital SLR camera to class. Lighting equipment is not required but may be brought to class for personal use by the student.

March 19, 26, April 2, 9 (M); 6 – 9 PM (4 sessions) Fee: $149 Location: Tunxis@Bristol 430 North Main Street, Bristol, CT Instructor: Eric Dreeke

PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES Digital Asset Management Do you have thousands of photos? Are you running out of space on your hard drive?

Flash Portraits Dramatically increase the impact of your photos using the versatile and powerful light from a hot shoe flash (Speed Light). Cut right to the chase with hands on learning on how to use a speed light on and off camera. Classes include plenty of opportunity for students to get real-life shooting experience from products to portraits. No matter your current skills you will learn about lighting, camera settings, diffusers, and how to use your hot shoe flash with ease. Students must bring their own DSLR camera to class and a hot shoe flash (Speed Light), if you have one. Off camera flash equipment will be provided by the instructor for class use. Recommended prerequisite: Digital Level 1 or equivalent practical experience. A $20 materials fee to be paid to the instructor at the first class.

April 25 & May 2 (W); 6 – 9 PM (2 sessions) Fee: $79 Location: Tunxis@Bristol 430 North Main Street, Bristol Instructor: Lisa Cherie

Learn how to organize, back up, and archive your digital photos. This class will teach you how storage hardware, file formats, metadata and software applications work together to keep your images safe and easy to find. Bring a USB drive or external hard drive with a group of photos you would like to use for a class example. Please note that Adobe Bridge will be our primary software for class examples. We recommend you take this class prior to Photoshop. Prerequisite: Computer skills.

Feb. 27, March 6 & 13 (T) 6 – 9PM (3 sessions) Fee: $109 Location: Room 6-227 Mac Lab Instructor: Kristen Hines-Baker

Photoshop for Photographers Have you wanted to use Photoshop but didn’t know where to start? In this Photoshop course you will learn to navigate the program interface, how to properly use Photoshop tools, discover how to retouch and color correct images as well as an introduction to professional image overflows. Learn techniques used to create professional looking images using Camera Raw, layers, masks, filters, and blend modes. Advanced Photoshop users with no formal training will also benefit from this class as tips, tricks, keyboard short cuts and essential foundation skills are covered. Prerequisite: Basic Computer Skills are necessary. Students will need to bring a flash drive to class. Digital Asset Management is recommended before taking Photoshop.

March 20 – April 24 (T); 6 – 9 PM (6 sessions) Fee: $219 Location: Room 6-227 Mac Lab Instructor: Lisa Cherie

Applied Creative Photography In “Understanding your Digital SLR Camera” you learned how to use your digital camera. Now it’s time to practice what you’ve learned in this hands-on outdoor course. The class meets every week at four different photogenic locations, all within easy driving distance of the school. Each session will highlight particular camera skills learned in the classroom, and apply them to that week’s location. Every location will offer different challenges for the beginning and experienced photographer! A few of the many skills covered are as follows: choosing the right ISO for the lighting conditions; should aperture, shutter priority, or manual exposure settings be used; would a CPL filter be appropriate; is a tripod necessary; is “depth-of-field” a concern; what would be the “best” lens choice for the location, and much more. Plus, one session will be devoted to using shutter-priority to “freeze” or “blur” the motion of falling water. In another session, using aperturepriority, you’ll learn to take better outdoor portraits using reflectors and fill-flash. You’ll gain confidence in your camera skills with each session, in a fun-filled informal atmosphere. Prerequisite: “Understanding Your Digital SLR Camera,” or permission from the instructor before the start of the course.

April 7–28 (S); 10AM-1PM (4 sessions) Fee: $149 Location: Class will be conducted off-site. The Instructor will contact students as to the location Instructor: Eric Dreeke

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PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES The Art of Photographic Composition Take more visually compelling photographs as you learn the importance of compositional elements, subject placement, geometry, and lines. This class will teach effective use of photographic concepts which students will apply through several photo composition assignments and discussions.

Feb. 28, March 7 (W); 6 – 9PM (2 sessions) Fee: $79 Location: Tunxis@Bristol, 430 North Main Street, Bristol

Advanced Photography Combine all your photography skills through the courses you have taken at Tunxis and challenge yourself to continue farther and explore and develop your personal photography style. This course will begin with a quick basic review on shooting in manual settings and editing in Photoshop. Other topics include: shooting environmental portraits, sports, events, finding features, discussing the ethics and copyright responsibility of photography, and completing a photo story package. Prerequisite: Completed other Tunxis classes, or approval of the instructor.

March 28, April 4, 18, May 2, 16 & 30 (W); 6 – 9PM

Digital Photography Boot Camp In this intensive two-and-a-half-day course you’ll learn how to use your digital camera, how to photograph indoors with available light, and how sunlight at various times of the day affects your photos when you shoot on location. Understanding quality of light at different times of the day and knowing how to control your camera’s settings at these times is tied directly to how your images of people, places and things will turn out. You will be guided through a series of easy to understand steps including setting menu options for specific situations, auto focusing, ISO settings, JPEG vs. RAW and so much more. This program is a great place to start your adventure in quality photography. Prerequisite: Own a digital camera.

Session 1: Jan. 10, 11 & 12 (W-F) 9AM – 4PM; Friday is 9AM – 12Noon Session 2: April 18, 19 & 20 (W-F) 9AM – 4PM; Friday is 9AM – 12Noon Fee: $169 Location: Tunxis@Bristol, 430 North Main Street, Bristol

As listed here, please note this class doesn’t meet in a consecutive-week format. 6 sessions Fee: $219 Location: Tunxis@Bristol, 430 North Main Street, Bristol


SPECIAL INTEREST COURSES One-Day Combination Safe Boating/Personal Watercraft Course

Pet First Aid The program will present those skills necessary for you to care for your pets before, during, and after an emergency. Topics include pet basic first aid, pet CPR, choking care, heat and cold emergencies, health signs to watch out for. This class DOES NOT replace the need for your veterinarian.

March 3 (SA); 9AM – 1PM May 12 (SA); 9AM – 1PM

A complete basic safe boating certification course taught in one 8-hour day. Successful completion will allow the student to obtain a Connecticut Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation, which enables them to operate recreational vessels up to 65 feet in length (including jet skis). An easy to understand classroom format is designed for students age 10 and over. Course fee does not include the one-time lifetime license fee. Students should bring a pen or pencil to class.

March 3 (SA); 8:30AM – 4:30PM CRN:1571 April 28 (SA); 8:30AM – 4:30PM

Fee: $39 (includes text)

CRN:1572

Location: Tunxis@Bristol, 430 North Main Street, Bristol

June 2 (SA); 8:30AM – 4:30PM

To register call 860.314.4700. Pets are not allowed to attend the class with the exception of service and K-9 Working Dogs. For more information or to register, call 860.314.4700, email [email protected], or fax 1.860.606.9722.

CRN: 1573 Fee: $89 Location: Tunxis@Bristol 430 North Main Street, Bristol

Combined Basic Safe Boating/Personal Watercraft This 9-hour, 3-night course, taught by the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection, is designed to fulfill the requirements for the Connecticut Safe Boating Certificate and Personal Watercraft. Course fee does not include the one-time lifetime license fee. Questions? Call the DEEP Boating Office at 860.434.8638.

• Feb. 27, March 1 (T/TH); 6 - 9PM CRN: 1574 • April 17, 19 & 24 (T/TH); 6 – 9PM CRN: 1575 • May 22, 24 & 29 (T/TH); 6 – 9PM CRN: 1576 Fee: $25 non-refundable Room: 313

IMPORTANT: PRIOR TO TAKING A BOATING CLASS, each student must create an account online at www.ct.gov/deep • Click “Purchase a Hunting/ Fishing License” and then click the START button. • Print the page that includes your Conservation ID number and bring it to class. •

Once your score is entered in the DEEP system, you will use your account to purchase and print the certificate after class.


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Spring 2018 Registration must be completed in full.

Tunxis@Bristol is located at 430 North Main Street in Bristol, CT (in North Side Square near Rite Aid).

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Students are expected to behave according to the socially accepted standards of the College community. Each student is expected to uphold ethical standards in academic performance. Failure to comply with the College’s guidelines for conduct, as directed by policy of the Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education, may be grounds for dismissal.

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Low enrollment may result in course cancellation. Students may accept a refund or transfer the tuition to another course during that semester. Course schedules may be altered due to instructor availability or in the event of inclement weather. Please check the Weather Line at 860.773.1301 or our website: tunxis.edu or Facebook.

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Tunxis will offer several advanced manufacturing programs in fall 2018 to meet industry demand for skilled workers. Associate Degrees - Technology Studies: Machine Technology Option This degree provides a pathway to Central Connecticut State University’s School of Technology. The Technology Studies Machine Technology curriculum provides a comprehensive education in engineering technology, industrial technology, mathematics and sciences, as provided by the standard Technology Studies program, but with a focus on machine technology. Students who successfully complete the program can continue their studies at Central Connecticut State University’s School of Technology or Charter Oak State College.

-Technology Studies: Manufacturing Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technology Coursework provides a comprehensive foundation in electromechanical, industrial and engineering technologies, electronic controls, mathematics and physical sciences for continuation in a four-year technology degree program. Students who successfully complete the program can continue their studies at Central Connecticut State University’s School of Technology and pursue degrees in engineering technology, industrial technology or technology education. There are a variety of career options for graduates, including electromechanical systems repair, electronics research and development; robotics and automated systems analysis; controls systems technician, and electronics systems installation, maintenance and repair.

Certificates -Advanced Manufacturing Machine Technology The objective of the certificate program is to provide essential skills and knowledge to individuals seeking a background in the machine technology profession. Credits earned can be used for transfer into the Tunxis Technology Studies: Machine Technology Option associate degree program, and pathway to enter CCSU’s School of Technology.

-Manufacturing Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technology This certificate provides the skills necessary for several diverse fields including manufacturing, health industry, distribution systems, machining and engineering. Electromechanical knowledge and skills can be applied to a variety of fields such as engineering, design, manufacturing, machining and troubleshooting and repair of computer directed machines and equipment.


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271 Scott Swamp Road Farmington, CT 06032-3187

MEDICAL ASSISTANT PROGRAM Classes run every spring and fall. • 10-month program • Hands-on labs and clinical externships • Approved by the American Medical Technologists (AMT)

• Administrative Medical Assistant Program now Available!

See inside for details.

Call 860.773.1454