CLASSES FOR SENIORS

The Arts, Computers, History, Politics & Events, Humanities & Culture, Friendly Seniors at Essex

The Arts

ARB 178
Introduction to Watercolor
Gain an introduction to various processes and techniques in rendering watercolor landscapes, seascapes, and still-life composition in preparation for the Intermediate Watercolor course. Topics include subject matter, rendering of water, composition, and architectural drawing, and painting. Instructor James Drake Iams.
Total Cost: $65 (Tuition: $25 Fees: $40)

ARB 177
The Impressionistic Art Movement of the 19th Century
Learn about the Impressionism art movement. Discuss the characteristics of impressionistic paintings and the twelve central figures of this movement. Topics include visible brush strokes, open composition, emphasis on light in its changing qualities and ordinary subject matter. Instructor Elise Burns.
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

ART 321
Watercolor Painting - Beginners/Intermediate
Acquire basic and intermediate painting skills while being introduced to wash, dry brush and masking techniques. Subject matter such as landscapes, still life, and portraitures will be included. Materials list provided in class. Instructor Carol Westphal.
Total Cost: $105 (Tuition: $60 Fees: $45)

Computers

PCP 109
ADOBE Photoshop - Basic
Become familiar with one of the most exciting graphics programs ever written. This course is intended to give even novices the necessary tools to work in the Photoshop environment. Beginning with introductory information about the program, learn to create simple digital paintings, edit photography and correct image exposures. Instructor Dona Rucci
Total Cost: $160 (Tuition: $90 Fees: $70)

PCA 944
Computers - Internet and Information Highway
Discover how the Internet can open up a world of opportunities. Learn to connect to the Internet, web search, buy and sell on the Internet and surf the Net. Instructor: Sarah High
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $45 Fees: $35)

PCP 252
Discover Digital Photography
Bring it all into focus. Learn how to select and operate that digital camera to produce a variety of perfect images and properly store, transfer, and print your photos. Instructor Dona Rucci
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

PCA 088
Introduction to Computers
Learn the basics about computers in a relaxed and comfortable setting. This course includes word processing, e-mail, Internet surfing and other basic computer concepts. . Instructors Hal Fox(83630), Frank Sofsky (83480), Sarah High (83677).
Total Cost: $160 (Tuition: $90 Fees: $70)

PCP 606
Photoshop Elements for the Digital Photographer
Discover the basics of this award winning package specifically designed for photo enthusiasts. Designed for those with no image-editing experience, this class takes students from novice to accomplished user. Instructor Leroy Klima
Total Cost: $160 (Tuition: $90 Fees: $70)

PCP 951
More Computer Applications
Enhance Internet experience. Topics include the basics of the Internet Explorer; the advanced features of the World Wide Web; the limitless information and services that the Internet can provide; the use of e-mail using Webmail; down loading, editing, and e-mailing photos from a camera. Prerequisite: Introduction to the Personal Computer and/or equivalent knowledge. Instructors Hal Fox
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $45 Fees: $35)

PCO 220
Windows XP Getting Started
Become familiar with Windows XP, getting help, My Computer, Windows Explorer, files, WordPad, MS Paint and Internet Explorer. Discover how to customize a workstation. Instructor: Frank Sofsky
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $45 Fees: $35)

HIS 775
Career Trajectories in the Entertainment Industry
Examine different paths to success taken by members of the entertainment industry, From an historical perspective, explore careers of Barbra Streisand, Marlon Brando, Lucille Ball, Marilyn Monroe, John Wayne and others. Instructor: Louis Cedrone
Total Cost: $80( Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

HIS 771
Genocide in Historical Perspective Part I
Discuss not only the Holocaust, but other genocide incidents through history. Topics on genocide include meaning/definition/characteristics, hatred, Biblical examples, genocide in antiquity, and examples of it in the middle ages and modern times. Instructor Alfred Katz
Total Cost: $80(Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

HIS 752
Great Decisions
Learn the challenges now faced by the United States and the international community through non-partisan, balanced and informed discussion. Topics include eight issues of concern to U.S. policy makers today and that represent our foreign policy challenges of tomorrow. (Role of Special Envoys.Kenya; East Africa and the R2P Doctrine; Organized Crime; China and the U.S.; Global Financial Crisis; Eastern Europe and Russia; Persian Gulf, Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution) Instructor: George Brookhart
Total Cost: $90(Tuition: $30 Fees: $60)

HIS 841
History of 19th the Century Master Composers
Explore the formal designs and expressive content from the Romanticism of the late 19th century to the Impressionism of the turn of the 20th century. Musical compositions of Claude Debussy, Gustav Mahler, Caesar Franck and Gabriel Faure will be used to introduce concepts. Instructor Jack Thames
Total Cost: $90 (Tuition: $45 Fees: $45)

HIS 697
Jews of Arab Lands
Study the migration of these Jewish communities, from their origins in Arab lands to the state of Israel. Topics include the Arab refugees who fled Palestine when the state of Israel was founded; Jewish refugees who fled Arab countries shortly before and after Israel's independence in 1948; why they were refugees in Israel; their persecution by the Arab majority and their loss of land and property. Instructor Elliie Gumuit-Reamer
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

PFA 191
Learning about Contemporary Issues and Ideas
Analyze and evaluate current issues and ideas that influence contemporary American society. View political situations, economic conditions, cultural issues as well as local, national and international. Instructor: Toby Essrog
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

HIS 749
Monarchs of the British Isles - Part I
Learn the history of England through the lives of its monarchs. Topics include introduction and geography, pre-history and legend, 1066, Henry II's children, the Plantaganets, Scotland and the Tudors. Instructor: Jean Storrs
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

HIS 849
The American Presidency-Part 3
Learn how the Federalists and Democratic-Republican Parties were formed. Examine the Monroe Doctrine and what it means for America. Discover how the Vice Presidents fulfilled the promises of their office. Uncover the differences in the politics of good friends John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. Instructor John Reynolds
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

HIS 868
The Art and Architecture of Venice Italy
Discover how the Venetian economy and its status as a major trade port allowed for the sponsoring of massive amounts of painting, sculpture and architecture. This city's geographic location made it less susceptible to outside influences thus creating a unique artistic style. Instructor Dona Rucci
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

HIS 766
The History of Piracy: Under the Black Flag
Learn about the history of piracy from the earliest known records to modern times. Topics include definition of piracy; piracy in the ancient world; piracy in the China Seas; the Golden Age of Piracy; pirate as Robin Hood; myth versus reality and modern images of pirates. Instructor Clifford Long
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $45 Fees: $35)

HIT 034
Warfare in the Age of Napoleon
Examine French warfare during the period of 1792-1815 as an opportunity to explore the character and personality of Napoleon. Follow his campaigns and battles across Europe and Eastern Europe. Instructor: Robert Mullauer
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

HIS 757
Winston Churchill: His Life and Times
Celebrate this famed British leader by exploring his early life, army service and service to his government along with his efforts during both war time and times of peace. Instructor: Ira Schnitzer
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

Humanities & Culture

PDV 074
Caregiving Challenges and Discoveries I
Prepare for the role of caregiver with information, skills and tools necessary to plan an effective program. Learn who are caregivers and what they do; the care recipient; physical and cognitive impairment; dependency; avenues of support; hospice and concrete and practical tips. Instructor: Beverly Parsons
Total Cost: $75 (Tuition: $25 Fees: $50)

WLT 219
Creative Writing
Gain insight on applying the techniques appropriate for each type of creative writing including narrative fiction and poems. Topics to be covered include: complexities of creative writing as an art and craft, representative works, varieties of literary forms, and the problems and promise of creative writing. Instructor Corinne Hammett
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

ARB 173
Master Composers: Their Symphonic, Operatic, and Chamber Music
Discover the formal designs and expressive content in vocal and instrumental compositions by master composers such as J.S. Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Brahms, Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, Tchaikovsky, Verdi, Wagner and others. Instructor Cliff Alper
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

WLT 264
Mystery Writers of the 20th Century: Authors of Significance
Investigate the intriguing milieu of the 19th and 20th Century's most significant writers of mysteries: Poe, Christie, Hammett, Tey, Perry, Lippman, Elizabeth Peters, Ellis Peters and others. Using tools of analysis, discussion and biographical data, interpret and compare themes, ideas, styles and content of novels. Instructor Corinne Hammett
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

WLT 432
Significant Mystery Writers:Poe to the 21st Century
Investigate the intriguing milieu of the significant writers of mysteries using tools of analysis, discussion and biographical dates. You'll interpret and compare themes, ideas, styles and content of novels whose authors have made their indelible mark on the genre. Discuss Poe, Christie, Hammett, Tey, Furst and others. Instructor Corinne Hammett
Total Cost: $80 (Tuition: $35 Fees: $45)

SENIOR INSTITUTE at CCBC ESSEX
FRIENDLY SENIORS

Wednesday, (10) sessions
January 6 - March 10, 2010
• 10-11:30am – Winston Churchill: His Life and Times
Instructor: Jerry Schnitzer
• 11:45am-1pm – Better Health and Wellness for the
Senior Adult – Instructor: Joanne Hock, RN
• 1:30-3pm – History of 19th Century Master Composers -
Instructor: Jack Thames
 
For more information or to register for Wednesday sessions,
Call 443-840-5842