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college community 

Volume 3.4 • Summer 2013 

IT’S 

SUMMER! 

TAKE CREDIT FOR A SMART 

DECISION - Value, Great 

Teachers and a Range of Classes 

PAGE 3 

TAKE THE 

PLUNGE! 

ENROLL FOR FUN AND 

ENRICHMENT 

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President 

Michael Hay 

Board of Directors 

Paul Capell 

Robert Coen 

Brian Freeman 

Rod Monroe 

Maggie Nelson 

Diane Noriega 

Dave Shields 

PUBLISHED BY THE OFFICE 

OF COLLEGE ADVANCEMENT 

Director, Community 

Development 

Executive Director, 

MHCC Foundation 

Michelle Gregory 

Editor 

Maggie Huffman 

Graphic Design 

Spring Bastow 

Glenn Wright 

Contributors 

Jarrod Hogue 

Eliza Lane 

Kimberly Murray 

Todd Schwartz 

Photography 

Spring Bastow 

Glenn Wright 

Register for summer term today! 

What are your plans this summer? Alphabetize the stuff in your garage? 

Dream up lyrics to the ice cream truck song? Wonder why buffalo wings taste 

like chicken? 

At Mt. Hood Community College, we have just what you need to get 

your education or career on the right track—and a great way to spend 

your summer! Whether you are just out of high school, working a job or 

“summering” from a college or university, MHCC offers math, writing and 

Spanish as well as a wide range of other classes. 

And, to make registration easy for you, we have included a list of credit 

courses right here in this magazine (pages 3 – 7) that will be offered at 

MHCC this summer. Some classes are five weeks, others are 10 weeks. 

Sessions start June 24 and July 29. Make this the summer to Take Credit for a 

Smart Decision! 

And, if your interests lean toward the fun and personal enrichment side, this 

magazine (pages 8–14) has a complete list of non-credit classes. Turn to 

page 9 for registration information. If you are age 62 or better, we’ll give you 

a $10 discount on most Community Education classes! For these classes and 

more, please visit learn.mhcc.edu or call 503-491-7572. 

See You at MHCC This Summer! 

Cover Photo by: Spring Bastow 

MHCC mails this publication to all 

district residents to inform them of the 

college’s programs, services and community 

events. Because the schedule is 

addressed to “Postal Customer,” individual 

names cannot be removed from 

the mailing list. Accessible formats for 

individuals with disabilities are available 

by calling the Disability Services Office at 

503-497-6923 or 503-491-7670 (TDD). 

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Flying Higher 

In a pilot program with the 

Transportation Security Administration 

(TSA), MHCC is providing courses and 

opportunity for TSA employees. 

If you fly for business or pleasure, 

you’re familiar with the TSA and 

airport security screening. At best, 

the TSA officers probably don’t register 

much on your radar, since your 

focus is likely on getting through the 

checkpoint, and on to the gate and 

your final destination. Like most 

passengers, you may not think about 

everything that goes into a TSA employee’s 

career goals and skills. 

The TSA itself, however, does. 

Take TSA officer Aimee Chase, for 

example. She’s working and going 

to college, with a double major in 

criminal justice and Arabic. She 

speaks a few languages, and her 

career goals include service with the 

CIA. She’s one of some three dozen 

TSA employees taking classes in a 

unique training partnership between 

the agency and MHCC. 

“TSA is making a significant investment 

in giving our officers opportunities 

to grow,” says Angel Errett, 

a training specialist with the U.S. 

Department of Homeland Security. 

“We have been very fortunate to 

team with MHCC—the college goes 

above and beyond the call with absolutely 

top-notch instructors.” 

Jason Jones, a police officer, is one 

of those instructors. “People want 

to feel safe when they travel,” he 

says, “and they also want to have 

their rights respected. It’s a difficult 

balance. I’m excited and inspired to 

be part of helping TSA professionals 

develop and improve their skills as 

they grow their professional opportunities. 

This program is the model 

for what may well be a national 

initiative, so it’s very rewarding. 

The TSA people I’ve worked with 

have really opened my eyes—they 

are committed to becoming better 

at what they do, and that’s good for 

everyone who travels.” 

MHCC’s Paul Wild, who develops 

customized training programs 

for business and industry, notes 

that this effort required taking the 

classes on the road. “We teach these 

classes at Portland International 

Airport (PDX),” he says, “and we 

also have a section online. Right 

now, we are offering three courses 

designed to build context around 

homeland security and improve the 

skills of TSA professionals. And this 

is a win-win partnership—these 

TSA-inspired courses add to the 

offering within MHCC’s Criminal 

Justice program. Leveraging this 

strategic training enables MHCC 

to enhance its services to the 

entire community.” 

ENHANCING SKILLS 

MHCC creates win-win 

partnership with TSA 

So the next time you fly out of PDX, 

remember that those folks in the blue 

uniforms do much more than repeat 

“shoes and belts off; everything out of 

your pockets” all day long. “This is one 

example of the good that comes from 

prepping our employees for achievement—a 

full-circle success story that 

benefits both our officers and the 

traveling public,” says Wild. 

For more information about 

MHCC’s customized workforce 

training programs, please 

contact Jarrod Hogue, 

503-491-7312 or 

jarrod.hogue@mhcc.edu. 

College + Community • Summer 2013 

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e a beholder 

The Artist and the Art 

Artist and MHCC graduate Miles 

Browne connects multiple influences in 

his work, and multiple perspectives in the 

college’s Visual Arts Gallery. 

It can probably be agreed by just 

about everyone that the merit of art 

is in the eye of the beholder. It can 

also be agreed that all art benefits 

from a great space in which to do 

the beholding. The Visual Arts 

Gallery at MHCC, free and open to 

the public five days a week, is just 

such a space. Coordinated by artist 

Miles Browne, the gallery displays 

a changing schedule of exhibitions 

ranging from painting to sculpture, 

photography to ceramics and more. 

Single-artist shows alternate with 

juried group shows, including the 

annual exhibit of the best work from 

artists representing regional high 

schools and displays of work from 

students in MHCC’s own Visual Arts 

department. 

“The MHCC gallery 

and the art it displays 

enable people to 

communicate in many 

different ways. Art 

can be a message, a 

release, an emotion 

or simply good fun. 

Its value to all of us is 

underappreciated.” 

“The Visual Arts Gallery at MHCC,” 

says Janet McIntyre, dean of the 

Social Science and the Visual and 

Performing Arts divisions, ”is truly a 

hidden gem, offering a showcase for 

professional artists as well as young 

artists just embarking on their path. 

Miles Browne, a brilliant painter and 

graduate of MHCC, has served as our 

gallery coordinator for the past two 

years. He brings a unique vision that 

has elevated each of our exhibitions 

through his skillful and sensitive handling 

of the artists’ works.” 

Browne graduated from 

MHCC in 2005, and spent 

additional time taking every 

MHCC visual arts class he 

could, and then went on to 

earn his bachelor’s degree 

at Pacific Northwest College 

of Art. A painter and sculptor 

with many solo shows 

to his credit, his works mix 

elements and creatures from 

nature, juxtaposed with 

mechanical influences and 

geometric shapes. His painting, 

“Gears of Sunset II,” for 

example, puts rough metallic 

gears in the sky above the 

fiery sea at the end of day. 

“A lot of my work tends to 

respond to nature, such as 

animals and landscapes,” he 

explains. “These geometric 

designs represent the underlying 

structures, from plant 

cells to the systems of the 

universe. It’s all about one’s 

perspective.” 

Recently back from a trip to 

Haiti to work with young 

artists, Browne is enthusiastically 

hanging pieces from local high 

school age artists when we visit. 

“This is strong work,” he says. “High 

school age artists are very advanced, 

compared to a decade ago when I was 

in school. Their art is pure and honest. 

I’m very grateful for the opportunity 

to curate this show and coordinate the 

gallery itself. The MHCC gallery and 

the art it displays enable people to 

communicate in many different ways. 

Art can be a message, a release, an 

emotion or simply good fun. Its value 

to all of us is underappreciated. Part 

of that is allowing the whole idea of 

art to become too complicated. People 

should just come and see it and enjoy 

it—because art without a ‘beholder’ 

doesn’t really exist.” 

SHARING HIS ART 

Miles Browne’s interest in art 

began while studying at MHCC 

You can help art exist 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 

Monday through Friday in the Visual 

Arts Gallery, located on the east side 

of the Gresham Campus, 26000 S.E. 

Stark Street. 

For a schedule of art shows, please visit 

mhcc.edu/visualartsgallery. 

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credit courses 

complete your degree 

Information about credit classes, pages 4 – 7 • Register Now 

Apply and register online 

at mhcc.edu. Click on 

be enrolled 

Main MHCC Phone Numbers 

Admissions, Registration 

and Records 

503-491-7393 

Advising 503-491-7315 

The Bruning Center for Allied 

Health Education 

503-491-6700 

Financial Aid 503-491-7262 

Gresham Campus 503-491-6422 

Maywood Park Campus 503-491-6100 

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Credit Courses Arts, Crafts and Special Interest 

college credit courses 

Are you shy a few (or a lot) of credits? Are you a recent high school graduate and is 

your next step college? Are you on summer break from another college 

or university? Want to enhance your knowledge and sharpen your skills? 

MHCC is the place to be this summer! 

We’ve made it super easy to get on the path to fulfilling your dreams. Check out pages 4–7 

for a list of credit classes, then enroll at mhcc.edu/schedule. Make this the summer you Take 

Credit for a Smart Decision! 

Find your course time, location and instructor by going online to 

mhcc.edu/schedule, contacting the department or calling 503-491-7393. 

allied health - general 

503-491-7113 

Course # Course Name Credits 

AH110 Medical Language for 

Healthcare Settings 2 

anatomy/microbiology 

503-491-7364 


BI121 Essentials/Human Anatomy 

and Physiology I 4 

BI122 Essentials/Human Anatomy 

and Physiology II 4 

BI231 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4 

BI232 Human Anatomy and 

Physiology II 4 

BI233 Human Anatomy & Physiology III 4 

BI234 Microbiology 4 

Online 

BI100 Survey of Body Systems 4 

BI231 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4 


Physiology II 4 


Physiology III 4 

Hybrid 

BI121 

Essentials/Human Anatomy 

and Physiology I 4 

anthropology 

503-491-7480 


ANTH101 Intro to Biological Anthropology 3 

ANTH102 Intro to Archaeology and 

World Prehistory 3 

ANTH103 Intro to Cultural Anthropology 3 

Online 

ANTH101 Intro to Biological Anthropology 3 

ANTH103 Intro to Cultural Anthropology 3 

ART 

503-491-7309 


ART115 Basic Design I: Two-Dimensional 4 

ART198A Independent Studies: Visual Arts 1 

ART198B Independent Studies: Visual Art 2 

ART198C Independent Studies: Visual Art 3 

ART219C Calligraphy - Historical and 

Decorative Styles 2 

ART231 Drawing I 4 

ART232 Drawing II 4 

ART233 Drawing III 4 

ART254 Ceramics I 4 

ART255 Ceramics II 4 

ART256 Ceramics III 4 

ART257 Jewelrymaking/Metalsmithing I 4 

ART258 Jewelrymaking/Metalsmithing II 4 

ART259 Jewelrymaking/Metalsmithing III 4 

ART271 Printmaking I 4 

ART272 Printmaking II 4 

ART273 Printmaking III 4 

ART281 Painting I 4 

ART282 Painting II 4 

ART283 Painting III 4 

ART291 Sculpture I 4 

ART292 Sculpture II 4 

ART293 Sculpture III 4 

Online 

ART204 

ART205 

History of Western Art: 

Prehistoric - Byzantine 4 

History of Western Art: 

Medieval - Renaissance 4 

ART206 History of Western Art: 

Baroque - Modern 4 

ART211 Survey of Visual Arts 4 

automotive–ford asset 

503-491-7016 


AMD136 Brake Systems Theory 3 

AMD137 Brake Systems Lab 1 

AMD156 Power Train Theory 3 

AMD157 Power Train Lab 1 

AMD256 Heating and Air Conditioning 3 

AMD257 Heating and Air Conditioning Lab 1 

biology/botany 

503-491-7364 


BI101A General Biology I: 

Survey of Cellular Biology 4 

BI102A General Biology II: Survey of 

Molecular Life and Genetics 4 

BI103A General Biology III: Survey of 

Ecology and Evolution 4 

BI103E General Biology III: 

Ecology of the Tropics 4 

BI112 Biology for Allied Health 5 

BI213 Principles of Biology III 5 

FN225 Nutrition 4 

Online 

BI103B General Biology III: 

Animal Behavior 4 

FN225 Nutrition 4 

Hybrid 

BI112 Biology for Allied Health 5 

4 

mhcc.edu/schedule

Summer Term Credit Courses 

business admin. & Mgmt. 

503-491-7515 


BA101 Intro to Business 4 

BA131 Intro to Business Computing 4 

BA150 Developing a Small Business 3 

BA203 Intro to International Business 4 

BA211 Principles of Accounting I 4 

BA213 Principles of Accounting III 4 

BA223 Principles of Marketing 4 

BA226 Intro to Business Law 4 

Online 

BA101 Intro to Business 4 

BT125 Microsoft Word Training 3 


BA205 Business Communications 4 

BA212 Principles of Accounting II 3 

BA218 Personal Finance 3 

BA226 Intro to Business Law 4 

BA249 Retail Management 3 

BA250 Small Business Management 4 

Hybrid 

BA206 

Management and Supervisory 

Fundamentals 4 


BA224 Human Resource Management 3 

business technology 

503-491-7515 


BT121 Keyboarding Principles 3 

BT121A Basic Keyboarding 2 

BT121B Keyboard Formatting 2 

BT122 Professional Keyboarding 3 

BT123A Keyboarding Skill Development 3 

BT123B Keyboarding Skill Refinement 3 

BT124 Keyboarding Enrichment 3 

BT210ZAA Access - Level I 1 

BT210ZAB Access - Level II 1 

BT210ZBA Publisher - Level I 1 

BT210ZBB Publisher - Level II 1 

BT210ZEA Excel - Level I 1 

BT210ZEB Excel - Level II 1 

BT210ZEC Excel - Level III 1 

BT210ZIO Internet for the 

Business Professional 1 

BT210ZPA PowerPoint - Level I 1 

BT210ZPB PowerPoint - Level II 1 

BT210ZQA QuickBooks for the Workplace 1 

BT210ZWA Word - Level I 1 

BT210ZWB Word - Level II 1 

BT210ZWC Word - Level III 1 

BT210ZWP Beginning Windows 1 

Online 

BT110 Business Editing 3 

Hybrid 

BT116 Communication Technologies 3 

chemistry 

503-491-7364 


CH103 Chemistry for Allied Health 5 

CH104 General, Organic and 

Biological Chemistry I 5 

CH105 General, Organic and 

Biological Chemistry II 5 

CH151 Basic Chemistry 4 

CH222 General Chemistry II 5 

CH223 General Chemistry III 5 

Online 

GS105 

Physical Science: 

Chemistry of the Environment 4 

computer info. systems 

503-491-7515 


CIS120 Computer Concepts I 3 

CIS120L Computer Concepts Lab I 1 

CIS122 Computer Concepts III 4 

CIS125DB Desktop Database 3 

CIS125GA Intro to Game Design 3 

CIS151 Network Fundamentals 4 

Online 

CIS100 Computer Careers Exploration 1 

CIS120 Computer Concepts I 3 


CIS125SS Spreadsheet 3 

CIS125WP Word Processing 3 

CIS197HTM Web Authoring: 

HTML5 and CSS3 3 

CIS284S Intro to Computer Security 4 

Hybrid 


cosmetology 

503-491-7192 


COS120 Esthetics and Nail 

Technology Theory I 4 

COS121 Esthetics and Nail Technology 

Lab and Clinic I 8 


Theory II 4 


Lab and Clinic II 8 

COS202 Principles of Cosmetology 4 

COS215 Cosmetology Lab and Clinic II 8 

COS217 Cosmetology Lab and Clinic III 8 

COS218 Cosmetology Board Exam 

Prep Theory 4 

COS219 Cosmetology Board Exam 

Prep Lab and Clinic 8 

COS235A Cosmetology Advanced Clinic 1 

CRIMINAL JUSTICE 

503-491-7480 


CJA111 Intro to Criminal Justice Admin: 

Law Enforcement Agencies 3 

CJA214 Intro to Criminal Investigation 3 

CJA298 Independent Study - Reading 

and Conference: Criminal Justice 3 

early childhood education 

503-491-6985 


ECE173 Exploring Art 3 

economics 

503-491-7515 


EC201 Principles of Economics I: 

Microeconomics 4 

EC202 Principles of Economics II: 

Macroeconomics 4 

Online 

EC201 Principles of Economics I: 

Microeconomics 4 

EC202 Principles of Economics II: 

Macroeconomics 4 

education 

503-491-7480 


ED258 Multicultural Education 3 

Funeral service education 

503-491-6940 


FSE240 Funeral Service Internship 6 

FSE240A Funeral Service Internship 3 

geography 

503-491-7480 


GEOG105 Intro to Physical Geography 3 

GEOG106 Intro to World Regional 

Geography 3 

GEOG107 Intro to Cultural Geography 3 

GEOG206 Geography of Oregon 3 

GEOG298 Independent Study - Reading 

and Conference: Geography 3 

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geology 

503-491-7364 


G165 Regional Field Geology 3 

GS106 Physical Science: Geology 4 

health/physical ed 

503-491-7450 


HE204 Diet and Weight Control 3 

HE252 First Aid: Responding to 

Emergencies 3 

HE261 CPR – Cardiopulmonary 

Resuscitation 1 

HPE295 Health and Fitness for Life 3 

PE185CE Cardio/Lower Body and Abs 1 

PE185CG Spinning and Abs 1 

PE185CH Beginning Tai Chi 1 

PE185CN Intermediate Tai Chi 1 

PE185CP Pilates 1 

PE185CV Advanced Tai Chi 1 

PE185FD “X” Ball 1 

PE185FE Exercise Bootcamp 1 

PE185GA Beginning Golf 1 

PE185GB Intermediate Golf 1 

PE185HB Beginning Horsemanship 1 

PE185HC Intermediate Horsemanship 1 

PE185KD Street Defense: 

The Combative Art 1 

PE185KY River Kayaking 1 

PE185PF Applied Cross Training 1 

PE185RK Beginning Rock Climbing 1 

PE185SF Soccer 1 

PE185ST Strength Training 1 

PE185SWK Water Aerobics 1 

PE185SWQ Fitness Lap Swimming 1 

PE185SWY Flexible Fitness Lap Swim 1 

PE185TA Beginning Tennis 1 

PE185TB Intermediate Tennis 1 

PE185VC Advanced Volleyball 1 

PE185WD Weight Lifting - Beginning 1 

PE185WE Weight Lifting - Intermediate 1 

PE185YC Mind-Body Yoga 1 

PE185ZT Zumba/Tone 1 

PE185ZU Zumba 1 

REC3G Volleyball Practice Sessions 0 

REC5PF Fitness Through Applied 

Cross Training 0 

REC5WA Shallow End Water Aerobics 0 

Online 

HE205 Diet Appraisal 1 

HE250 Personal Health 3 

HE265 Women’s Health Issues 2 

HPE295 Health and Fitness for Life 3 

history 

503-491-7480 


HST104 History of the Middle East (Eastern 

Civilization) 4 

HST110 Ancient World History 4 

HST112 Modern World History 4 

HST201 U.S. History: Pre-Colonial-1840 4 

HST202 U.S. History: 1840 - 1917 4 

HST203 U.S. History: 1910 - Present 4 

HST270 History of Mexico 3 

HST294 History of Ancient Greece 4 

PHL201 Intro to Philosophy 4 

PHL202 Fundamental Ethics 4 

Online 

HST110 Ancient World History 4 

HST111 Medieval World History 4 

PHL201 Intro to Philosophy 4 

PHL202 Fundamental Ethics 4 

R210 World Religions 3 

R211 History of the Old Testament 3 

R212 History of the New Testament 3 

hospitality & Tourism 

503-491-7515 


HT225 Beverage Management for 

Fermented Beverages: Beer, Sake 

and Cider 2 

HT225D Beverage Management for 

Fermented Beverages: Beer, 

Sake and Cider Tasting 1 

HT235 Culinary Arts: Fundamentals of 

Cooking Soups, Stocks, Sauces, 

Meat and Game 4 

human development 

503-491-7317 


HD100C College Success 3 

HD110 Career Planning 1 

HD204 Developing Emotional 

Intelligence 3 

HD208 Career and Life Planning 3 

Online 

HD110 Career Planning 1 

instructional services 

503-491-7317 


CHAL Process for Challenge 1 

learning community 

503-491-7331 


LC 2 AVID Learning Community - Skilled 

Reading & Writing with College 

Success Strategies 2 

LC 7 Learning Community - Critical 

Reading and English Composition 7 

learning success center 

503-491-7108 


DE9LAB Tutorial Lab 0 

literature/humanities 

503-491-7290 


ENG104 Intro to Literature: Fiction 4 

INTL210 Comparative Culture 3 or 4 

WR198A Writing: Independent Study 1 

WR198B Writing: Independent Study 2 

WR198C Writing: Independent Study 3 

Online 

ENG104 Intro to Literature: Fiction 4 

ENG105 Intro to Literature: Drama 4 

FA258 Understanding the Film 3 

HUM202 Age of Technology: 

Ethics in the Workplace 3 

WR241 Creative Writing: Fiction I 3 

WR242 Creative Writing: Poetry I 3 

Hybrid 

ENG105 Intro to Literature: Drama 4 

mathematics 

503-491-7292 


MTH010 Conceptual Arithmetic 4 

MTH020 Applied Arithmetic & Pre-algebra 4 

MTH060 Beginning Algebra I 4 

MTH065 Beginning Algebra II 4 

MTH095 Int Algebra w/Rt Triangle Trig 5 

MTH111 Pre-Calculus I: Elementary Func 5 

MTH112 Pre-Calculus II: Trig/Geometry 5 

MTH243 Probability and Statistics I 4 

MTH244 Statistics II 4 

MTH251 Calculus I: Differential Calculus 4 

MTH252 Calculus II: Integral Calculus 4 

MTH253 Calculus III 4 

Online 

MTH060 Beginning Algebra I 4 

MTH065 Beginning Algebra II 4 

MTH111 Pre-Calculus I: Elementary Func 5 

MTH243 Probability and Statistics I 4 

MTH244 Statistics II 4 

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medical office 

503-491-7180 


MO232 Medical Coding III: 

Evaluation and Management 3 

MO242 Applied Billing and Coding 3 

Online 

MO114 Medical Terminology I 3 

MO115 Medical Terminology II 3 

MO212 Diversity and Healthcare 3 

mental health/human svc. 

503-491-7178 


HS141 Pharmacology of 

Psychoactive Substances 3 

HS291 Practicum Seminar 2 

Online 

HS291 Practicum Seminar 2 

modern language 

503-491-7290 


ASL101 First-year American 

Sign Language I 4 

JPN199G Japanese Reading/Writing/ 

Grammar I 2 

JPN299G Japanese Reading/Writing/ 

Grammar IV 2 

SPAN101 First-year Spanish I 5 

SPAN102 First-year Spanish II 5 

SPAN103 First-year Spanish III 5 

SPAN201 Second-year Spanish I 4 

SPAN202 Second-year Spanish II 4 

SPAN203 Second-year Spanish III 4 

SPAN211 Intermed Spanish Conversation I 1 

SPAN212 Intermed Spanish Conversation II 1 

SPAN213 Intermed Spanish Conversation III 1 

nursing 

503-491-6700 


NRS100 Technology and Strategies for 

Success in Nursing 2 

NRS221BC Foundations of Nursing in Chronic 

Illness II and End-of-Life - B Clinical 3 

NRS222BC Foundations of Nursing in Acute 

Care and End-of-Life - B 4 

NRS224 Integrative Practicum I 9 

NRSX29 NCLEX Review 0 

Online 

NRS231 Clinical Pharmacology II 3 

physics/astronomy 

503-491-7364 


PH104 Descriptive Astronomy 4 

PH109C Observational Astronomy 3 

physical therapist assistant 

503-491-6700 


PTA251 Clinical Applications I 1 

PTA261 Clinical Affiliation I 8 

POLITICAL SCIENCE 

503-491-7480 


PS200 Intro to Political Science 4 

PS201 American Government 4 

PS209 Problems in American Politics 4 

Online 

PS200 Intro to Political Science 4 

PS201 American Government 4 

PS225 Political Ideology: 

Ideas About Government 4 

practical nursing 

503-491-6700 


PN101L Foundations of Practical 

Nursing Lab 4 

PN105 Pharmacology in 

Practical Nursing II 3 

Online 

PN101 Foundations of Practical Nursing 5 

PSYCHOLOGY 

503-491-7480 


PSY101 Psychology of Human Relations 3 

PSY201 General Psychology 4 


PSY237 Human Development 4 

PSY239 Intro to Abnormal Psychology 4 

Online 

PSY101 Psychology of Human Relations 3 



PSY232 Sexuality and Society 3 

PSY237 Human Development 4 

PSY239 Intro to Abnormal Psychology 4 

reading 

503-491-7290 


EL115C Academic Success Strategies 3 

RD090 Effective Reading and Learning 

Strategies Learning Community 5 

RD115 Reading for College Success 3 

RD117 Critical Reading 3 

SOCIOLOGy 

503-491-7480 


SOC204 General Sociology: 

Principles of Sociology 3 

SOC213 Race Relations in the United States 3 

Online 


Principles of Sociology 3 

SOC205 General Sociology: Social 

Institutions 3 


Social Problems 3 

SOC213 Race Relations in the United States 3 

SOC223 Sociology of Aging 3 

SPEECH/COMMUNICATION 

503-491-7480 


SP100 Basic Speech Communication 3 

SP111 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 4 

SP115 Intro: Intercultural Communication 3 

SP218 Interpersonal Communication 3 

Online 

SP100 Basic Speech Communication 3 

SP115 Intro: Intercultural Communication 3 

SP218 Interpersonal Communication 3 

SP219 Small Group Communication 3 

Hybrid 

SP111 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 4 

writing 

503-491-7290 


WR080 Writing Skills: 

Sentence to Paragraph 4 

WR090 Writing Skills: Paragraph to Essay 4 

WR101 Workplace Communications I 3 

WR115 Intro to College Writing 4 

WR121 English Composition Learning 

Community 4 

WR122 English Composition: 

Critical Thinking 4 

WR227 Technical Report Writing 4 

Online 

WR115 Intro to College Writing 4 

WR121 English Composition Learning 

Community 4 

WR122 English Composition: 

Critical Thinking 

WR123 English Composition: Research 3 

WR227 Technical Report Writing 4 

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e registered 

community education 

and non-credit classes 

learn.mhcc.edu 

How to Register............................................... 9 

Class Locations and Abbreviations................ 9 

Community Education Classes....................... 10 – 14 

Community Skills Center................................ 15 – 17 

Business and Industry Workforce Training.... 18 – 19 

Small Business Development Center............. 20 – 21 

Non-credit Online Classes............................... 22 

Main MHCC Phone Numbers 

Admissions, Registration 

and Records 

503-491-7393 

Advising 503-491-7315 

The Bruning Center for Allied 

Health Education 

503-491-6700 

Financial Aid 503-491-7262 

Gresham Campus 503-491-6422 

Maywood Park Campus 503-491-6100 

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COMMUNITY ED CLASS KEY: 

Course 

Description Course # Class Title 

Section # 

Instructor Name 

The word “STAFF” 

is used when the 

specific instructor is 

not identified. 

Class Day 

U Sunday 

M Monday 

T Tuesday 

W Wednesday 

R Thursday 

F 

S 

Friday 

Saturday 

Class Dates 

These are the 

dates the class 

will cover 

Cost of Class 

additional fees 

may apply. 

Location 

See key to 

right on this 

page 

Class Locations 

MHCC Gresham Campus Buildings 

26000 S.E. Stark St., Gresham 

AC Academic Center 

AQ Aquatic Center 

ECC Early Childhood Center 

GE G.E. Classroom 

FISH Fisheries 

IT Industrial Technology 

PE Physical Education 

VA Visual Arts Center 

Campus maps available online at mhcc.edu/maps 

BCAH the Bruning Center for 

allied Health Education 

1484 N.W. Civic Dr., Gresham 

503-491-6700 

BRID Bridlewood Horsemanship Center 

35649 S.E. Lusted Rd., Boring 

CAC Cascade Athletic Club - 205 

9260 S.E. Stark St., Portland 

CENt Centennial High School 

3505 S.E. 182nd Ave., Gresham 

CLHs Cascade Locks High School 

300 Wa Na Pa St., Cascade Locks 

Club Club Estates East 

12260 S.E. Main St., Portland 

CROs CrossFit PDX 

2206-1 N.W. Birdsdale Ave., Gresham 

DD David Douglas High School 

1001 S.E. 135th Ave., Portland 

DDSO David Douglas South Building 

1500 S.E. 130th Ave., Portland 

ECTC energy Conservation 

training Center 

11517 N.E. Marx St., Portland 

ELKs elks Lodge #1805 

3330 N.E. Division St., Gresham 

Fair Fairlawn Community Center 

1280 N.E. Kane Rd., Gresham 

FRVW Fairview Community Center 

300 Harrison St., Fairview 

LUKe st. Luke’s 

120 S.W. Towle Ave., Gresham 

MAY MHCC Maywood Park Campus 

10100 N.E. Prescott St., Portland 

503-491-6100 

ORIM Outer Rim Bike Shop 

10625 N.E. Halsey St., Portland 

PPi PPI Group Training Center 

6015 N.E. 80th Ave., Portland 

RYHs reynolds High School 

1698 S.W. Cherry Park Rd., Troutdale 

RYMs reynolds Middle School Pool 

1200 N.E. 201st Ave., Fairview 

SBDC small Business Development Center 

501 N.E. Hood Ave., 

Suite 240, Gresham 

TTD Portland-Troutdale Airport 

n.W. Perimeter Way, Troutdale 

ZION Zion Church of Christ 

2025 N.E. 23rd Ave., Gresham

Community Education 

Senior Discount: Save $10 on any feebased 

non-credit Community Education 

class if you are an MHCC district 

resident age 62 or better! For more 

information on senior discounts visit: 

mhcc.edu/SeniorDiscounts 

arts, crafts, special interest 

Intro to Basketweaving 

ART4IB 

$59 ($49 Senior) 

Class will make three or more baskets covering 

different basic techniques. Work with 

locally available materials including tree 

bark and roots, marsh plants and string. 

Sec 91 T. Harrison VA 13 

6–9 p.m. W 7/3-8/14 

Beginning Knitting 

HOM4KF 

$77 ($67 Senior) 

Learn how to select yarns, use knitting equipment, 

read patterns and knit a variety of 

decorative stitches. Advanced knitters given 

more challenging projects. Supply list provided 

first class. Fee includes some supplies. 

Sec. 91 M. Rees AC 1767 

6–8 p.m. T 6/25–8/27 

Creative Jewelry Making 

ART4B 

$115 ($105 Senior) 

Learn the fundamentals of simple jewelry construction 

(no string beading). More advanced 

students may learn casting and light setting. 

Sec. 91 G. Buyukas DDSO 221 

9 a.m.–Noon M/W 6/24–7/24 

Beginning Jewelry Making 

ART4BJ 

$64 ($54 Senior) 

Learn all the basics of jewelry making from terminology 

to tools and techniques. Also, learn 

basic wire work, make findings and wrap 

bead ends. Supply list provided first class. 

Sec. 31 P. Dugas-Tait MAY 143 

6–9 p.m. R 8/8–8/22 

Beginning Quilting 

ART4CC 

$84 ($74 Senior) 

Design your own quilt. Determine tools and 

supplies needed after discussion on pattern 

selection, color theory, tools and techniques, 

sandwiching, quilting and binding. 

Sec. 91 N. Tubbs AC 1773 

6–8:30 p.m. T 6/25–8/13 

Mosaic Art Workshop I 

ART4MW 

$64 ($54 Senior) 

Learn direct-application mosaics using broken 

tile, dishes or glass shards. Lecture, guidelines 

and supply list are given at first class. Second 

class is an all-day, hands-on workshop. Final 

class, students grout their creations. 

Sec. 91 P. Dugas-Tait VA 13 

11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. U 8/4 

VA 13 

11 a.m.–5 p.m. U 8/11 

VA 13 

11 a.m.–1 p.m. U 8/18 

Experiments in Drawing 

ART4ED 

$89 ($79 Senior) 

Join the fun in this technique-based experimental 

drawing class! Discover how to use 

new materials and techniques in the pursuit 

of making more interesting and expressive 

drawings. Approximately $45 in supplies will 

need to be purchased. 

Sec. 91 P. Driscoll VA 15 

5–8 p.m. W 6/26-8/28 

Pottery 

ART4SP 

$190 ($180 Senior) 

Hand-build or turn clay on electric wheel. Firing 

is done by instructor; $25 fee goes to the 

high school toward equipment use and room 

rental and does not include clay and supplies. 

Some experience is helpful. No class 7/4. 

Sec. 92 R. Linn DDSO 223 

9 a.m.–Noon M/W/T/R 7/1–7/25 

Jam Session-Perform with Confidence 

MUS4J $49 ($39 Senior ) 

Designed for beginning to intermediate aspiring 

musicians who want a relaxed, fun outlet 

to raise their performance comfort level. Suggested 

instruments: guitar, bass, keys, vocal, 

drums, harmonica and horns. Prerequisite: a 

working knowledge of simple blues forms or 

progressions. Bring your own amplifier. 

Sec. 91 K. Fitzgerald AC 2102 

6–8 p.m. W 6/26–8/7 

Just for Fun Piano 

MUS2IP 

$65 ($55 Senior) 

All you need to know to play your favorite 

songs now! Learn musical shorthand and 

"tricks and licks" used by professionals. Optional 

$25 additional fee payable at time of 

class for home study book and CD. 

Sec. 91 D. Rochlin AC 2138 

10 a.m.–1 p.m. S 7/13 

Improvisation on the Piano 

MUS4IP 

$65 ($55 Senior) 

Learn the fundamentals of playing by ear and 

how chord "inversions" add style and professionalism 

to your playing. Learn to transpose, 

add color and spice with "extended chords," 

and much more. 

Sec. 91 D. Rochlin AC 2138 

2–5 p.m. S 7/13 

Guitar for Beginners 

MUS4G 

$74 ($64 Senior) 

Learn to play chords, read tablature and sing 

songs. Learn to tune, strum and play melodies. 

All levels welcome but beginners are 

the focus. Start with simple chord structures 

then move to songs. Bring guitar to class. 

Sec. 91 L. Jones AC 2138 

6:10–7:30 p.m. W 6/26–8/28 

Intermediate Guitar and Songwriting 

MUS4GI 

$80 ($70 Senior) 

Learn chord voicing from standards. Light 

jazz and classical guitar mixed in with students' 

original songs or instrumentals. Poets 

and writers welcome – no instrument needed. 


2:10–4 p.m. M 6/24–8/26 

Beginning Mandolin 

MUS4M 

$80 ($70 Senior) 

Learn to tune, play chords, sing songs and 

play melodies. Light theory will be taught as 

well as strumming and picking techniques. 


2:10–4 p.m. T 6/25–8/27 

Beginning Banjo 

MUS4BB 

$80 ($70 Senior) 

Bring your banjo to class and learn tunings, 

chords and exercises for picking claw style. 

No experience necessary but music background 

a plus. No class 7/4. 


7:30–9:30 p.m. R 6/27–8/22 

Ukulele for Beginners 

MUS4UK 

$80 ($70 Senior) 

Learn to play the ukulele with professional 

musician Lew Jones. Learn light music theory, 

ukulele history, techniques, chords and melodies. 

Bring ukulele to class. 


7:40–9 p.m. W 6/26–8/28 

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Register today at learn.mhcc.edu – classes fill up fast!


COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 

Take Control of Your Canon 

EOS Digital Camera 

PHT4C 

$72 ($62 Senior) 

Learn in clear, non-technical language how 

to use every function on your EOS digital 

camera. Canon lenses, flash units discussed. 

Sec. 91 D. Green AC 2756 

9 a.m.–5 p.m. S 6/29 

Take Control of Your Nikon 

Digital SLR Camera 

PHT4NC 

$72 ($62 Senior) 

Learn in clear, non-technical language how 

to use your Nikon digital SLR camera's functions 

as well as lenses and flash units. 


9 a.m.–5 p.m. S 7/6 

Understanding Photography Composition 

PHT4UC 

$49 ($39 Senior) 

Covers beginning and intermediate composition 

techniques to improve the impact of 

your photos. 


6–10 p.m. R 7/18 

Intro to QuickBooks 2013 

Online 

$94 ($84 Senior) 

Learn to quickly and efficiently gain 

control over financial aspects of your small 

business in this six-week course. Set up a 

chart of accounts; reconcile your checking 

account; create and print invoices, receipts 

and statements; track payables, inventory 

and receivables; create estimates; and generate 

reports. 

Start Date(s): 6/19, 7/17, 8/21 

Enroll at www.ed2go.com/mhcc 

Community Skills Center Membership 

— Learn Computers & More! 

PC4CSC 

$89 ($79 Senior) 

Enjoy 10 weeks of unlimited access to over 

1,400 online training videos and practice 

files for computer and business skills including 

MS Office and Adobe software. Includes 

technical assistance, more. For more information 

visit mhcc.edu/csc or call 503-491-6122. 

Sec. 31 STAFF MAY 116 

Open 7 days a week 6/24–8/30 

Computer Use for Seniors 

CS9G 

$64 ($54 Senior) 

Fun and easy hands-on basic computer and 

Internet skills course. Learn how to search for 

information and send and receive emails and 

attachments. Create, save and print useful 

computer projects in Microsoft Word. 

Sec. 91 J. Aguilar AC 2554 

9:45–11:45 a.m. F 6/28–8/23 

Facebook Security 

PC4FS 

$29 ($19 Senior) 

Learn how to set Facebook security features 

to protect privacy; prevent fraudulent activity, 

spamming and account stealing; and assure 

application safety—a must for all Facebook 

users and parents of Facebook users. 

Sec. 31 D. Huey MAY 303 

6–8:30 p.m. T 7/2 

Building a Website with WordPress 

PC5WP 

$79 ($69 Senior) 

If you have mastered computer basics—you 

can build a WordPress website with shopping 

cart. Contact instructor in advance to set 

up a free WordPress test site for class: http:// 

jha.bz/wpc. 

Sec. 91 S. See AC 2554 

6–9 p.m. T 8/6–8/20 

iPad Basics Workshop 

PC4EIC 

$30 ($20 Senior) 

Learn Apple's iPad touch interface, email, 

photos, websurfing and other topics. Bring 

your iPad and let's play! 

Sec 31 B. McDaniel MAY 219 

6–7:30 p.m. M/W 7/8–7/17 

Fun with Photoshop: Beginning Level 

PC5PH 

$74 ($64 Senior) 

Learn to work with digital photographs and 

scanned prints. Fix common photographic 

problems, restore old photographs and create 

original artwork using Adobe Photoshop or 

Photoshop Elements. 

Sec. 91 D. Huey AC 1658 

7:10–9 p.m. M 6/24–8/26 

health, fitness & recreation 

CrossFit Training 

REC5CF 

$ 180 ($170 Senior) 

CrossFit increases one's ability to move well, 

have power and play harder in everyday 

life through constantly varied, high-intensity, 

functional movements. 

Sec 91 D. Barry CROS 

9–11 a.m. T/R 6/25–8/29 

Sec. 92 D. Barry CROS 

2–4 p.m. T/R 6/25–8/29 

Beginning Ballroom Dance 

REC3BD 

$59 ($49 Senior) 

Provides the basic skills so you can take your 

spot on the dance floor. Covers the two foundational 

components: East Coast swing and 

waltz. Enrolled partner required. 

Sec. 91 Shioshi/Schalk ELKS 

6:30–7:30 p.m. M 6/24–8/26 

Tap Dance 

REC3TP 

$64 ($54 Senior) 

A rhythmic, fun way to exercise. Students will 

learn basic tap vocabulary and style culminating 

in a choreographed dance. 

Sec. 91 K. Miller FRVW 

8–8:50 p.m. M 6/24–8/12 

Beginning Cha Cha and 

Night Club 2 Step 

REC4CC 

$59 ($49 Senior) 

Both Cha Cha and Night Club 2 Step cover 

the basic dance skills and are easy to learn. 

Come join the fun! Enrolled partner required. 

Sec. 91 Shioshi/Schalk ELKS 

7:45–8:45 p.m. M 6/24–8/26 

Intermediate Ballroom Dance 

REC4BD 

$59 ($49 Senior) 

Add fun and confidence to ballroom dance. 

Review basic steps and rhythms of waltz and 

East Coast Swing. Learn new steps, add styling 

and musicality. Prerequisite: Beginning 

Ballroom Dance or basic waltz and East 

Coast Swing. 

Sec. 91 Shioshi/Schalk FRVW 

6:30–7:30 p.m. R 6/27–8/29 

Belly Dance Fitness 

REC4WB 

$64 ($54 Senior) 

Experience the beauty and mystery of this 

ancient women's dance. Body isolations, 

stretching, movement combinations and veil 

work will be included. 

Sec. 91 K. Miller FRVW 

7–7:50 p.m. M 6/24–8/12 

Zumba Fitness 

REC5ZM 

$89 ($79 Senior) 

This Latin-inspired dance fitness program 

blends international music and infectious 

steps to form dance that is downright addictive. 

Both fast and slow rhythms help tone and 

sculpt the body. 

Sec. 91 P. Latshaw FRVW 

5–5:50 p.m. M/W 6/24–8/28 


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Zumba Gold 

REC5ZMG 

$89 ($79 Senior) 

Zumba Gold is a lower intensity version of 

Zumba, a Latin-inspired dance fitness program 

that blends international music and infectious 

steps to form dance. Perfect for seniors and 

those with lower fitness levels or physical limitations. 

Easy to follow at any size or age. 

Sec. 91 P. Latshaw FRVW 

4–4:50 p.m. M/W 6/24–8/28 

Silver and Fit Level II 

REC4AA 

$99 ($89 Senior) 

Designed for moderately active older adults 

who exercise one or two days per week. 

Increase flexibility, joint stability, dynamic 

balance, coordination, reaction time, muscular 

strength and cardiovascular endurance. 

Sec. 91 S. Dobson CAC 205 

1–1:50 p.m. M/W 6/24–8/28 

Group Power 

REC4GP 

$99 ($89 Senior) 

Strengthens all your major muscles in an inspiring, 

motivating group environment with 

simple, athletic movements such as squats, 

lunges, presses and curls. Appropriate for 

all ages and fitness levels. 


5:30–6:30 a.m. T/R 6/25–8/29 


5:30–6:20 p.m. R 6/27–8/29 

CAC 205 

6:30–7:20 p.m. T 6/25–8/27 

Group Ride 

REC4GR $79-$99 ($69-$89 Senior) 

Spin your way to burning calories and 

strengthening your lower body. This class is 

geared for anyone who can ride a bike. 

Sec. 91 S. Dobson $79 CAC 205 

5:30–6:30 a.m. W 6/26–8/28 

Sec. 92 S. Dobson $99 CAC 205 

5:30–6:30 p.m. M/W 6/24–8/28 

Group Kick 

REC4MM 

$99 ($89 Senior) 

This electric 60-minute fusion class of martial 

arts and boxing movements will kick your 

cardio fitness to the next level while defining 

and shaping your body and self-confidence. 


5:30–6:20 p.m. T 6/25–8/27 

CAC 205 

6:30–7:20 p.m. R 6/27–8/29 

Keep Moving — Seniors 

REC5KM 

$65 ($55 Senior) 

Improve your flexibility, range of motion 

and balance. Bring 1 or 2-pound weights 

for strength training and stretching. No 

floor exercise. 

Sec. 91 D. Glasnapp ZION 

7:55–8:45 a.m. M/W/F 6/24–8/30 

Sec. 92 D. Glasnapp CLUB 

9:30–10:30 a.m. M/W/F 6/24–8/30 

Sec. 93 D. Glasnapp ZION 

10–11 a.m. T/R 6/25–8/29 

Water Aerobics by Moonlight 

REC5WM 

$89 ($79 Senior) 

Enjoy the moonlit ambiance of an indoor 

pool as you work out the day's frustrations. 

Learn new and innovative water aerobic 

exercises in the shallow end of the swimming 

pool. No class 7/4. 

Sec. 91 M. Furness RYMS POOL 

8:30–9:30 p.m. T/R 6/25–8/29 

Chair Yoga 

REC4CY 

$99 ($89 Senior) 

Get the benefits of yoga in this chair-assisted 

class. Stretch and revitalize your whole body 

while challenging balance and developing 

core stabilization. 


Noon–12:45 p.m. M/W 6/24–8/28 

Yoga for Health 

REC5Y 

$89 ($79 Senior) 

Learn proper body alignment and breath 

awareness. Release tension and tone and 

strengthen muscles, bones and organs. Improve 

concentration, calm the mind and emotions. 

Wear loose clothing; bring a mat, blanket and 

pillow. Entry level, ages 18 and up. 

Sec. 91 M. Corgiat ZION 

9:05–10:35 a.m. M/W 6/24–8/28 

Sec. 92 M. Corgiat ZION 

8–9:30 a.m. T/R 6/25–8/29 

Sec. 93 M. Corgiat FAIR 

6–7:30 p.m. T/R 6/25–8/29 

Advanced Tai Chi Chuan 

& Broadsword 

REC7TC 

$43 ($33 Senior) 

This class uses the entire Classical Yang Style 

long form of Tai Chi Chuan with attention to 

posture, breath and mindfulness. The Plum 

Flower Chinese broadsword set will also be 

practiced. Swords available for use in class. 

Sec. 91 B. Newman FAIR 

7:10–8:10 p.m. M 6/24–8/26 

Beginning Tai Chi Chuan & Qigong 

REC5TC 

$43 ($33 Senior) 

Internal form of Kung Fu reduces effects of 

stress; develops leg power, hip, shoulder 

and spine flexibility; increases stamina; and 

improves balance and posture. Includes the 

Qigong Eight Pieces of Brocade and the first 

section of the Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan form. 

Sec. 31 B. Newman MAY 311 

2–3 p.m. M 6/24–8/26 

Sec. 91 B. Newman FAIR 

6–7 p.m. M 6/24–8/26 

Fire Dragon Qigong 

REC5QC 

$40 ($30 Senior) 

Qigong (or "energy work") revitalizes physical, 

mental, emotional and spiritual health. 

Through the use of visualization, breath and 

gentle movement, develop a natural state of 

heath and well-being by returning the body to 

a state of free-flowing Qi (or "vital energy"). 

Sec 91 J. Brown PE114 

6:40–7:40 p.m. R 6/27–8/29 

Okinawan Karate and Self Defense 

REC6MA 

$62 ($52 Senior) 

Original Okinawan Karate includes strikes, 

kicks, throws and grappling techniques. All 

levels welcome. Learn through kata (forms), 

kumite (sparring) and practice. Self defense 

and safe practices taught in a blend of traditional 

karate and modern sport style training. 

Section 91 K. Davis PE 114 

5–7 p.m. S 6/29–8/17 

HOME, GARDEN & FAMILY 

Skills for Making Decisions 

Online 

$95 ($85 Senior) 

See why instincts and intuition sometime 

deceive us and how self-knowledge can help 

prevent becoming overly confident. Discover 

how to achieve goals and the power that everyday 

decisions have over the quality of life. 

Start Date(s): 6/19, 7/17, 8/21 


Preserving Fruit Products/ 

Boiling Water Canning 

HEC4CI 

$25 ($15 Senior) 

Review how and why different methods of preservation 

are used, basic techniques, necessary 

equipment, references and resources used for 

preserving fruits and fruit products such as 

applesauce, jams, jellies and pie fillings. 

Sec. 91 J. Brant AC 2707 

6–9 p.m. W 6/26 

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Vegetables and Meat/ 

Pressure Canning and Drying 

HEC4CI 

$25 ($15 Senior) 

Covers the safe and simple process of pressure 

canning vegetables and meats, including 

fish. Learn to use and care for your pressure 

canner, then review tips for high-quality and 

nutritious dried foods while our canned vegetables 

process. 


6–9 p.m. W 7/17 

Pickle Making 

HEC4CI 

$25 ($15 Senior) 

Covers safe procedures for pickling vegetables, 

including the difference between 

fermented and fresh pack pickles, and selecting 

and preparing ingredients. Apply the 

instruction by fresh-packing pickles in class. 


6–9 p.m. W 7/31 

Tomatoes, Sauces and Salsas 

HEC4CI 

$25 ($15 Senior) 

Covers options for preserving plain tomatoes, 

tomato sauces, juice and “The Laws 

of Salsa.” Make and compare a variety of 

salsas in class. 


6–9 p.m. W 8/14 

Intro to Herbs for Health 

HE4HS 

$49 ($39 Senior) 

Explore the history of herbs for health and 

how they may be used to support the immune, 

cardiovascular and digestive systems. 

Learn to make formulas, tinctures, salves and 

other herbal remedies. 

Sec. 91 M. Turner AC 1653 

1–4 p.m. R 7/11–8/8 

Bicycle Maintenance and Repair 

REC4MR 

$89 ($79 Senior) 

Learn the essentials of bicycle maintenance, 

from simple tuneups and adjustments to 

common roadside repairs. The information 

presented is applicable to all types of bicycles 

and is perfect for the bike commuter or 

weekend rider. 

Sec. 91 Staff oRIM 

7–9 p.m. W 7/10–7/24 

ing by compass or map, finding bearings, 

sketching maps, traveling in the wilderness 

and using GPS. $12 textbook purchase and 

compass required. 

Sec 91 M. Allen FISH 1 

11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. S 6/29–7/20 

Abuse Prevention Training 

HE3AP 

Free 

Learn how to teach children that they have a 

right to feel safe, to understand what it means 

to be safe and to know what to do when they 

are feeling unsafe. Teachers and parents will 

walk away with skills and confidence to start 

conversations with the children in their lives. 

Sec. 91 R. Seemann AC 2057 

9 a.m.–Noon F 7/19 

Welcome to Medicare! 

HE4MC 

Free 

Understand Medicare basics and make informed 

choices. Taught by trained volunteers 

in cooperation with Multnomah County Aging 

and Disability Services. 

Sec. 91 B. Earnest AC 1005 

7–9:15 p.m. R 8/15 


10 a.m.–12:15 p.m. S 7/20 


7–9:15 p.m. R 6/20 

Baby Signs 

HOM4BS 

$30 ($20 Senior) 

This workshop is for parents/caregivers of 

babies age 6-24 months. Learn everything 

you need to know to get started using sign 

language with your pre-verbal baby. This 

is an adults-only workshop, but non-mobile 

babies are welcome. 

Sec. 91 A. Bazley AC 1502 

6–7:30 p.m. W 6/26 

Sign, Say and Play with Baby 

HOM4SP 

$72 ($62 Senior) 

Learn to communicate with your pre-verbal 

baby! Parents/caregivers and babies 6-24 

months are welcome. Learn to use sign language 

with your baby. Read books, sing 

songs and play games that promote language 

and cognitive development. 

Sec. 91 A. Bazley AC 1775 

10–11 a.m. F 6/28–8/2 

Concealed Handgun Permit Class 

GUN4CH 

$49 ($39 Senior) 

Satisfies requirements to obtain a Concealed 

Carry License (CHL), valid in Oregon and 16 

other states. Covers safety and responsibility 

Land Navigation with Map & Compass 

REC5LN 

$79 ($69 Senior) 

Learn land navigation and orienteering. 

Includes understanding map symbols, travelof 

firearm ownership, how to obtain a CHL, 

where the permit is valid, how to interact with 

law enforcement and use of deadly force as 

described in ORS (Oregon Revised Statues). 

Students who complete class receive an Oregon 

Concealed Carry Training Certificate. 

Sec. 91 S. Curtain AC 1005 

6–9 p.m. M 6/24 

Sec. 92 S. Curtain AC 1005 

6–9 p.m. M 7/22 

Clearing Clutter: 

It’s Not About the Stuff 

HOM4MC 

$29 ($19 Senior) 

Are there stacks of magazines, books and 

mail taking up space? Are your closets a 

mess? Are there parts of your house that 

you're too embarrassed to show people? 

Learn how just a few small, easy changes can 

have a big impact on your life. 

Sec. 91 L. Binns AC 1504 

6:30–8:30 p.m. R 7/25 

Go from Stuck to Unstoppable 

HOM4SU 

$29 ($19 Senior) 

Wherever you are feeling stuck and would 

like to see change—whether it’s in your financial 

situation, relationships, health, business or 

career—it is possible for things to change—and 

more easily than you think. 

Sec. 91 L. Binns AC 1504 

6:30–8:30 p.m. R 8/1 

Discovering Your Civil War Ancestor 

HOM4CW $89 ($79 Senior) 

If your family was in the U.S. in the 1860s, 

chances are at least one of your relatives 

served in either the Union or Confederate 

armies during the U.S. Civil War. Using the 

Internet, your family records and important 

primary sources, learn the details of your 

ancestor's Civil War service. 

Sec. 91 K. Eakman AC 2554 

9 a.m.–4 p.m. S 7/20 

Genealogy 101: Getting Started 

HOM4GA 

$89 ($79 Senior) 

Two-day class teaches the foundational steps 

for creating a family tree and researching your 

genealogy. Students must be computer and 

Internet literate. 

Sec. 91 K. Eakman AC 2554 

9 a.m.–4 p.m. S 7/13 and 7/27 

Art Through the Ages 

ART4PM 

$29 ($19 Senior) 

Learn from works of art in the Portland Art 

Museum galleries, from ancient Greek to 


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modern contemporary. Note: $12 payable 

to “Portland Art Museum” for pass. 

Sec. 20 K. Whalen OFF SITE 

Noon–2 p.m. S 8/3-8/24 

Pruning Like a Pro 

HRT4P 

$69 ($59 Senior) 

Learn effects of pruning, winter/summer reasons 

to prune, tools used in pruning, care of 

tools, wound dressings, how to make cuts, 

timing and techniques for pruning. Oregon 

Landscape Contractor Board approved: 6 

(CEH) credits. 

Sec. 91 S. Schmidt FISH 1 

6:30–8:30 p.m. M/T/W 7/8–7/10 

Sustainable Water Strategies 

HRT4SW 

$29 ($19 Senior) 

Understand the importance of applying water 

as a finite resource. Learn plant needs, 

find soil resources and use common sense 

in watering. Oregon Landscape Contractor 

Board approved: 2 (CEH) credits. 


6:30–8:30 p.m. T 7/23 

Sustainable Landscaping Techniques 

HRT4SL 

$69 ($59 Senior) 

Learn basic landscape types, soil improvement 

and storm water mitigation. Covers watering 

techniques, plant information, planting 

problems, proper tree staking, weed control 

and organic growing. Oregon Landscape 

Contractor Board approved: 6 (CEH) credits. 


6:30–8:30 p.m. T/W/R 6/25–6/27 

Driver’s Education ODOT Certified 

DRV4DE $210 

This 33-hour program through Reynolds 

High School has received state and national 

awards. Students will receive at least 12 

hours of guided driving instruction, which includes 

six hours of behind-the-wheel and six 

hours of active observation. Students over the 

age of 17, or who already have their license, 

or who obtain their license prior to course 

completion will be charged an additional 

$210. To register or for more information, call 

503-407-8974. 

Sec. 91 

RYHS 

9 a.m.–Noon T/R 7/9–7/31 

Sec. 92 

RYHS 

3:30–6:30 p.m. T/R 7/9–7/31 

LANGUAGE, CULTURE & TRAVEL 

Close Reading for 

a More Fulfilling Experience 

LAN4WM 

$59 ($49 Senior) 

Using selections from the Oprah Book Club, 

learn close-read techniques and how words 

convey information and insight to transmit 

truth and beauty, and to form and transform 

world vision. No class 7/4, 7/18 and 7/25. 

Sec. 20 R. Heacock 1756 

10 a.m.–Noon R 6/27-8/29 

Theatre Appreciation 

THE4TC 

$60 ($50 Senior) 

Explore live theatre in the Portland area. 

Learn about the elements of theatre including 

acting, directing, playwriting, stage space 

and design elements. Discuss theatrical 

elements, analyze experience as audience 

members and look at the purpose of theatre 

as an art form in society. Must provide transportation 

and purchase your theatre tickets 

(approximately $80). 

Sec. 91 A. Christiansen AC 1756 

6–9 p.m. R 6/27–8/29 

Introduction to Melodrama 

THE4MD 

$59 ($49 Senior) 

Using melodrama scripts, you will visit the history, 

characters, laughter and techniques of 

this classic theatre form. Gain performance 

confidence; no experience necessary. 

Sec. 91 M. Brouse Peoples AC 1118 

6–8 p.m. T/R 6/25-7/18 

Writing Your Memoirs 

LAN4MM 

$47 ($37 Senior) 

Create a record of your life and experiences 

expressed with your personal style. Instructor 

helps you weave the fabric of your life into 

a story for future generations to read and 

cherish. Includes short lectures and writing 

exercises. No class 7/4. 

Sec. 91 R. Mahoney FAIR 

1–3 p.m. R 6/27–8/29 

Professional Novel & Memoir Writing 

LAN4NM 

$73 ($63 Senior) 

Develop and complete your book-length 

project through professional critiques and 

peer review in this comfortable, friendly 

atmosphere. 

Sec. 31 C. Hiday MAY 125 

6–8:30 p.m. W 7/10–8/28 

Conversational Japanese 

LAN5J 

$69 ($59 Senior) 

Guided by a native Japanese instructor, you'll 

learn useful conversational phrases and vocabulary 

while gaining cultural knowledge. 

Sec. 91 T. Akiyama-Becker AC 1506 

6:30–8:30 p.m. W 6/26–8/28 

Basic Russian through 

Russian Folk Songs 

LAN5RU 

$89 ($79 Senior) 

Learn to sing or listen to Russian folk songs 

while learning Russian language basics, 

Russian life, history and traditions. 

Sec. 91 N. Hougen AC 1506 

6–8:30 p.m. M 6/24–8/12 

Learn Spanish Gently 

LAN5S 

$87 ($77 Senior) 

This is a conversational course designed to 

aid you in your career, travels and intercultural 

communication. 

Sec. 93 I. Almada MAY 306 

6–8:30 p.m. T/R 6/25–7/25 

Spanish for Medical Professionals 

Online 

$95 ($85 Senior) 

Learn to communicate with Spanishspeaking 

patients. Learn Spanish pronunciation 

basics, simple words and conversational 

phrases. Learn how to ask about pain, symptoms, 

medical histories, insurance and talk 

about medical care and treatment. 

Start Date(s): 6/19, 7/17, 8/21 


Oregon Shakespeare Festival Trip 

TRV4OS $275 ($265 Senior) 

Take a trip to Ashland for the Oregon 

Shakespeare Festival. Two nights, double 

occupancy lodging included at Flagship Inn 

in Ashland; continental breakfast and heated 

pool. Includes three plays and backstage tour 

10 a.m. Saturday. (Choose one Saturday 

play or attend both for an additional $46): 

• A Midsummer Night's Dream (Fri. 8:30 p.m.) 

• The Liquid Plain (Sat. 1:30 p.m.) 

• The Tenth Muse (Sat. 8 p.m.) 

• King Lear (Sun. 1:30 p.m.) 

Add $92 if you prefer a single occupancy 

room. Transportation to Ashland is up to attendees. 

No refunds after Friday, July 5. For 

more information, contact Nathalie Wright at 

503-491-6956 or nathalie.wright@mhcc.edu. 

Sec. 91 N. Wright OFF SITE 

Noon–8 p.m. F/S/U 7/26–7/28 

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community skills center 

The Community Skills Center at the Maywood Park 

Campus (102nd & N.E. Prescott) offers self-paced 

computer and office skills classes designed to upgrade 

your job skills. 

• Register and begin classes any time. 

• Work at your own pace. 

• Set your own schedule to meet requirements. 

• Take up to 10 weeks after you register 

to complete a course. 

• Instructors are available to help guide you through 

your course. 

TO GET STARTED: 

1. Call anytime to register, 

503-491-6100. 

2. Purchase textbook and 

supplies in the business 

office at the MHCC 

Maywood Park Campus. 

3. Pick up course materials at the 

Community Skills Center and 

start class. 

For information call 503-491-6122. 

Testing Services 

• CPT*, Tues. 4–9 p.m. 

(walk-ins) 

• Test proctoring for MHCC 

online courses during 

open lab hours. 

* College Placement Test 

COMMUNITY SKILLS CENTER SUMMER TERM HOURS: Closed Fridays and Fourth of July. Last day of summer term is Aug. 30. 

Monday, Wednesday 

10 a.m. – 7 p.m. 

Tuesday, Thursday 

10 a.m. – 9 p.m. 

Friday 

Closed 

Saturday 

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

Sunday 

Noon – 4 p.m. 

Beginning Computer for ESL 

GEN6BE 

$90 ($80 Senior) 

A fun way to learn the basics of computers for 

students with limited knowledge of English. 

Using a visual approach, it takes students with 

intermediate English reading skills through 

the basics of using a computer to perform elementary 

tasks. Learn about Windows, simple 

documents, the Internet and email. Prerequisite: 

Low-intermediate ESL reading proficiency. 

Beginning Computers for Seniors 

GEN6BN 

$45 ($35 Senior) 

Discover the excitement of learning new skills! 

Computers are an integral part of everyday 

life and keeping in touch with friends and family. 

This self-guided course teaches the student 

about Windows, word processing, email and 

Internet. Find out how to use them to your advantage. 

Instructional help is available in the lab. 

Introduction to the Internet 

and Emailing 

GEN6CIA 

$90 ($80 Senior) 

Discover how the Internet can change your life. 

Learn to locate websites, shop safely online 

and search the Web for specific information. 

The choices are unlimited. You will also learn 

the skills for Web-based email to communicate 

with friends and family. Prerequisite: Basic 

knowledge of Windows. 

Proofreading at the Computer 

GEN6DF 

$75 ($65 Senior) 

Improve the quality of your written communications. 

In today's workplace it's important to 

produce documents that are error free. Brush 

up on your knowledge of grammar and learn 

how to get the most out of your word processor's 

writing tools. This class teaches simple 

methods of proofreading used by professional 

proofreaders that you can apply to any document. 

Prerequisite: Basic computer skills. 

Protect, Clean and 

Speed Up Your PC 

GEN6MS 

$45 ($35 Senior) 

This class is a non-technical, easy and fun way 

to learn how to protect and maintain your home 

computer. Information is provided so you understand 

security risks you may encounter and 

the actions needed to overcome them. Keep 

your PC running smoothly with regular tune-ups 

to ensure it lives longer, performs better and 

avoids debilitating crashes. 

Keyboarding Basics 

GEN6OB 

$90 ($80 Senior) 

Designed for individuals who have little or no 

training in typing or keyboarding. This course 

introduces students to techniques that will allow 

them to memorize the order of the keys and 

practice typing for speed and accuracy. The 

focus of this class is on typing without looking 

at the computer keyboard or backtracking to 

fix mistakes. 

Keyboarding Skillbuilding 

GEN6OC 

$90 ($80 Senior) 

Intended for students who need to refine and 

further develop speed and accuracy skills. 

Learn the symbols and numeric keys. Increase 

your productivity while enhancing your marketability. 

Prerequisite: Basic keyboarding skills. 

10-Keypad on the Computer 

GEN6OE 

$90 ($80 Senior) 

Designed to teach the computer numeric 

keypad by touch with speed and accuracy 

using industry standards. This skill is especially 

helpful to people in the fields of data entry, 

accounting, office administration, insurance, 

banking, finance and any other work that 

requires numeric input. 

Fundamentals of Photoshop 

GEN6PH 

$120 ($110 Senior) 

Photoshop is an incredibly popular software 

tool used to enhance photos. Explore digital 

imaging techniques through this hands-on, 

project-oriented course. You'll have no trouble 

following this step-by-step, screen-by-screen 

approach as you learn to edit photos, use selection 

tools, create and manipulate layers, apply 

filtering techniques, prepare your images for 

printing and much more. 

Digital Photo Editing for Seniors 

GEN6SDP 

$45 ($35 Senior) 

Digital cameras are among the hottest consumer 

items on the market. This class will help you 

learn the many features of digital photo editing. 

It includes instructions on using scanners, printers 

and photo CDs. Subjects such as scanning 

old photos and slides and repairing damaged 

photos are covered in detail. Textbook comes 

bundled with a CD-ROM containing the full 

version of the digital photo editing program 

ArcSoft PhotoStudio. 


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Community Skills Center 

Google for Seniors 

GEN6SGO $45 ($35 Senior) 

Besides its popular search engine, Google 

has produced many useful applications. These 

applications are free to download and install. 

With Google Earth you can check your vacation 

destination in advance from a bird's-eye 

view. With Google Maps you can plan your 

route. Additional applications include Chat 

and Google Talk. Learn how to publish an online 

journal with Blogger and create a simple 

website with Google Sites. Google for Seniors 

is a fun class that guides you through some of 

Google's most popular features. 

Interesting Online Applications 

for Seniors 

GEN6SIA 

$45 ($35 Senior) 

The Web is a great place to find free online 

tools and applications that allow better communication 

with friends and family and give 

you the opportunity to enjoy other activities. 

Create your own blog or journal with Blogger. 

Discover how to use eBay to buy and sell just 

about anything. Create your own personal 

webpage in Facebook. Invite your friends to 

view your vacation pictures in an online photo 

album created with MyPhotoAlbum. This exciting 

class introduces you to 13 of the most 

popular online applications. 

Internet and Email for Seniors 

GEN6SIE 

$45 ($35 Senior) 

Have fun learning how to navigate the Internet. 

Use Windows Live to create and send emails, 

add attachments and manage your email folders. 

Discover the variety of websites and search 

the Web for specific information. You will also 

find out how to protect your computer from 

spyware and viruses. This class is for anyone 

who feels lost on the Internet. Prerequisite: Basic 

knowledge of Windows. 

Mac for Seniors 

GEN6SIM 

$45 ($35 Senior) 

Discover the world of Apple Macintosh. This 

course covers creating documents, using emails 

and downloading and saving music and applications. 

You will also learn about the Internet. 

MS Office for Seniors 

GEN6SMO $45 ($35 Senior) 

Do you want to learn how MS Office (Word, 

Excel and PowerPoint) can enhance your everyday 

life? Then, this is the class for you! Write a 

letter, make a budget, create a digital photo album 

and much more. Register for this self-paced 

class and find out how MS Office can help you. 

Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Windows. 

Windows 7 

GEN6WN 

$90 ($80 Senior) 

This class is perfect for first time computer 

users. Learn the Microsoft operating system, 

Windows 7, in a friendly atmosphere. This 

self-guided course focuses on Windows 7 

fundamentals with an emphasis on file management 

skills. 

More Windows 7 for Seniors 

GEN6SMW $45 ($35 Senior) 

Expand on Windows 7 for Seniors and discover 

some of the most useful, practical and fun 

components of this popular operating system. 

Learn about computer security, creating user 

accounts, burning CDs and DVDs and setting 

parental controls. Important issues will be dealt 

with so you can work safely and efficiently. Find 

fun ways to organize your photo collection and 

view photos with Windows Photo Viewer, along 

with using Windows Media Player to play music 

and movies. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge 

of Windows. 

Windows 8 for Seniors 

GEN6SWI 

$45 ($35 Senior) 

Learn the ins and outs of Microsoft’s latest operating 

system. Windows 8 is a beginner’s course 

designed to help you become more comfortable 

using your computer. Learn how to write 

letters and memos, send and receive email, surf 

the Web, open pictures and videos and customize 

your computer settings. You will be amazed 

how fast you start enjoying and having fun with 

your computer! 

Picasa for Seniors 

GEN6SPI 

$45 ($35 Senior) 

Present and organize photos using Picasa, a 

free and easy-to-use photo management program. 

Apply several useful editing options, such 

as removing red eye, improving color quality 

and cropping photos. Print your pictures or create 

a slide show. Learn to safeguard pictures 

by burning them to a CD or DVD. Create Web 

albums or publish photos to a blog. 

Photo and Video Editing for Seniors 

GEN6SPV 

$45 ($35 Senior) 

In Windows 7, create beautiful pictures through 

editing in the user-friendly Windows Live Photo 

Gallery program. Share your photos in an online 

photo album or slide show. With Windows 

Live Movie Maker, create professional-looking 

movies with your videos and photos. Add special 

effects, transitions, sound and captions to 

your movie. Learn how to prepare and send 

your video by email, burn it to a DVD or upload 

it to YouTube. This class will discuss how 

to import your videos and photos from a digital 

video camera, photo camera, mobile phone or 

other external storage device. 

Windows Live Essentials for Seniors 

GEN6SWL 

$45 ($35 Senior) 

Do you take pictures and want to share them 

with friends? With just a few mouse clicks you 

can convert your own Windows Live Web 

space into a beautiful photo album. From any 

place in the world you can use the Internet to 

access your blog, email messages, calendar 

and address book, all created with Windows 

Essentials Live programs. Edit video files to 

make online movies or conduct a video conversation 

and have a live chat with your friends. 

Publisher — Level I 

GEN6YBC* $90 ($80 Senior) 

Publisher is one of Microsoft Office Suite's 

hidden gems. Learn to create publications 

from scratch or use one of the hundreds of 

business and personal designs in Publisher. 

Highlights of this course include creating and 

editing a publication, designing a newsletter, 

customizing a tri-fold brochure and creating 

an email letter. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge 

of Windows. 

Publisher — Level II 

GEN6YBD* $90 ($80 Senior) 

Designed for the student with some Publisher 

experience who is interested in using Publisher 

as a complete application for small business. 

Prerequisite: Publisher — Level I or consent of 

instructor. 

Microsoft Office Essentials 

GEN6YOA* $120 ($110 Senior) 

This introduces students to Microsoft Office 

Suite, the most commonly used software in 

the business world today. The emphasis is on 

learning basics of Word, Excel, Access and 

PowerPoint. Students will gain knowledge of 

the Windows user interface and file management 

skills. 

Microsoft Office Essentials 

with Keyboarding 

GEN6YOB* $180 ($170 Senior) 

This introduces students to Microsoft Office 

Suite, the most commonly used software in the 

business world today, while learning to type. 

The emphasis is on learning the basics of Word, 

Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Students will also 

gain knowledge of the Windows user interface 

and file management skills. Learn to type by 

touch and build speed and accuracy with this 

self-guided keyboarding program. Increases 

your confidence in operating computers. 

Microsoft Office Essentials Level II 

GEN6YOC* $165 ($155 Senior) 

Expand your knowledge of the Microsoft 

Office Suite by performing more advanced 

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Community Skills Center 

assignments in Word, Excel, Access and 

PowerPoint. Topics include formatting Word 

documents, working with charts and formulas 

in Excel, querying and maintaining an Access 

database and designing a PowerPoint presentation. 

Discover how each program can be 

used to produce quality business documents 

that will make you proud. Prerequisite: Introductory 

knowledge of Microsoft Windows, 

Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. 

Access Level I 

GEN6ZAA* $90 ($80 Senior) 

Discover the benefits of using a database by 

focusing on the basics of Access in this selfguided 

course. Learn to create and enter data, 

extract the data (queries), build efficient frontends 

for that data (forms) and publish the results 

in an easy-to-read format (reports). Prerequisite: 

Familiarity with Windows environment. 

Access Level II 

GEN6ZAB* $90 ($80 Senior) 

Master intermediate Access tools and techniques 

required to create a user-friendly 

database in this self-guided course. Present 

your data in attractive reports and forms. 

Create macros that make a database intuitive 

enough for a computer novice to use. Prerequisite: 

Access Level I or consent of instructor. 

Excel Level I 

GEN6ZEA* $90 ($80 Senior) 

Explore, experiment and take advantage of 

the features of Excel. Learn how to build a 

basic spreadsheet, create an embedded chart 

and use formulas, functions and formatting. 

Use your new skills to complete calculations, 

make decisions, graph data and develop 

professional-looking reports. Prerequisite: Basic 

knowledge of Microsoft Windows. 

Excel Level II 

GEN6ZEB* $90 ($80 Senior) 

Excel Level II focuses on streamlining and enhancing 

spreadsheets with templates, charts, 

graphics and formulas. Apply visual elements 

and advanced formulas to a worksheet to 

display data in various formats. Topics include 

financial tables, data tables and amortization 

schedules. Create, sort and query tables, create 

templates and work with multiple worksheets 

and workbooks. Increase your confidence and 

build problem-solving skills. Prerequisite: Basic 

Knowledge of Excel. 

PowerPoint Level I 

GEN6ZPA* $90 ($80 Senior) 

Unlock your creativity with PowerPoint. Create 

professional-looking slide shows using welldesigned 

layouts. Modify these layouts to 

create custom slides to fit your specific needs 

and enhance your information. Add illustrations, 

shapes, custom backgrounds, transitions and 

diagrams. Fun and simple to use! Prerequisite: 

Familiarity with Windows environment. 

PowerPoint Level II 

GEN6ZPB* $90 ($80 Senior) 

Produce presentations enhanced with visual 

and audio elements that will be remembered by 

your target audience. PowerPoint 2007 gives 

you the flexibility to create, revise and reuse a 

presentation to fit your needs. Learn to make an 

animated self-running presentation. Prerequisite: 

Beginning knowledge of PowerPoint 2007, 

PowerPoint Level I or consent of instructor. 

Word Level I 

GEN6ZWA* $90 ($80 Senior) 

Create professional-looking documents and 

revise them with ease. Explore ways to create 

fliers, letters, memos, resumes and more. Utilize 

Word editing tools to improve your work. Discover 

formatting techniques to visually enhance 

your documents by adding borders, pictures 

and images. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of 

Microsoft Windows. 

Word Level II 

GEN6ZWB* $90 ($80 Senior) 

Extend your basic skills and knowledge of 

Word and create more intricate and varied 

documents. Existing skills and knowledge are 

enhanced by covering more advanced aspects 

of key topics such as formatting, tables and lists. 

New features are introduced such as merging, 

envelopes, mailing labels, multiple columns, 

text boxes and WordArt. Produce professionallooking 

documents that reflect the quality of 

your work. Prerequisite: Word Level I or consent 

of instructor. 

Word Level III 

GEN6ZWC* $105 ($95 Senior) 

Our advanced course teaches the most challenging 

features and functionality of Word 

including integrating Word with other programs, 

collaborating on documents, managing 

document versions, adding reference marks 

and notes and using XML in Word. This is an 

ideal course for experienced users who want 

to fully utilize Word. Prerequisite: Intermediate 

knowledge of Word. 

QuickBooks 

GEN7DQ $120 ($110 Senior) 

This class teaches you to set up your company 

right the first time. Using QuickBooks, you can 

get rid of your stacks of paperwork, and manage 

your customers, vendors, products and 

financial data easily in orderly lists. You can extract 

the information from these lists to generate 

accurate and professional-looking invoices, billing 

statements and payroll checks. Prerequisite: 

Basic knowledge of accounting principles, the 

personal computer and small business. 

Basic Business Writing Technique 

GEN7GR 

$90 ($80 Senior) 

Wouldn't you like to feel more confident about 

your writing skills? Those who write well get 

noticed and are valued in an organization. 

This class will teach you how to write with a 

purpose, avoid common errors, proofread and 

apply business editing techniques. Review your 

grammar skills and create and format business 

documents, letters, memos, email messages and 

short reports. Review grammar and punctuation 

for effective writing. 

MS Office Business Simulation 

GEN7OS 

$120 ($110 Senior) 

Using your fundamental Microsoft Office Suite 

skills, produce practical and realistic business 

projects. Complete assignments that require 

the creation of documents, forms, presentations, 

worksheets and database tools for a 

business. Take this class to increase your workplace 

competency. 

Photoshop Plus 

GEN7PH 

$120 ($110 Senior) 

Expand your knowledge of Photoshop with this 

self-guided intermediate course. Discover how 

to fix photographs by removing flaws, resizing, 

correcting exposure and utilizing the healing 

brush tool. Create multiple versions of images 

for use in various projects. Learn to transform 

your photographs today! 

Medical Vocabulary 

MO16S 

$110 ($100 Senior) 

Knowing medical terminology is essential in 

any area of the medical field. We offer this noncredit, 

self-paced course that teaches the basic 

elements of medical words (prefixes, roots and 

suffixes). Medical abbreviations are studied so 

the student is able to analyze, define and build 

medical terms that are most commonly used 

within the clinic/hospital environment. 

Community Skills Center Membership 

– Learn Computers & More! 

PC4CSC 

$89 ($79 Senior) 

Enjoy 10 weeks of unlimited access to more than 

1,400 computer and business skills online training 

videos, hands-on practice files, MS Office 

and Adobe software, Wi-Fi, meeting spaces, 

library services, technical assistance and more. 

* When registering choose section 30 for MS 2010 or section 31 for MS 2007. 


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usiness & industry workforce training 

Offering personalized, innovative services 

to prepare your company to compete 

successfully in the global marketplace 

Business and Industry Workforce Training (BIWT) at Mt. 

Hood Community College is the employer's connection 

to customized, affordable training programs designed 

to strengthen a business workforce, enhance leadership 

skills, improve productivity and increase profitability. 

BIWT can provide customized training, including: 

• Computer software skills 

• Continuing education for professional licensing 

• Industry-specific training 

• Leadership and supervisory skills 

• Professional communication skills 

• Project management and continuous improvement 

• Specialized training such as Lean Manufacturing/ 

Lean Contracting 

• Training and credentials in workplace health and safety 

• Workplace language classes 

Employer clients working with MHCC include: 

• Boeing 

• City of Gresham 

• Danner-La Crosse Footwear 

• Horizon Air 

• Imperial Manufacturing 

• Leatherman Tool Group 

• Microchip Technology Inc. 

• ON Semiconductor 

• TriMet 

Contact us: 

503-491-7235 • workforce.training@mhcc.edu 

CONSTRUCTION 

Building Analyst and Envelope 

Professional Training 

Prepare yourself for the fast growing energy efficiency 

industry. Earn two Building Performance 

Institute (BPI) certifications in eight weeks of 

weeknight and weekend classes without having 

to take time off from your day job. The training 

includes BPI national certification testing. 

Date: 7/10–8/14 

Time: Wed., 5:30–8:30 p.m. 

Sat., 9 a.m.–Noon 

Place: ECTC 

Fee: $2,995 

Building Science Principles (BSP) 

This certification course is your first step into 

the world of energy efficient home performance. 

Understand the relationship between 

the building envelope, heating, air conditioning, 

insulation, mechanical ventilation, lighting, 

appliances and other systems of the home. 

Learn how all of these systems affect the 

comfort, health and safety of occupants and 

durability of the home. The training includes 

BPI certification testing fee. 

Date: 7/8–22 or 8/5–19 

Time: Mon., 5:30–7:30 p.m. 

Place: ECTC 

Fee: $325 

Heating Professional 

Building Performance Institute (BPI) certification 

is the nationally approved training standard of 

the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® 

Program of the U.S. Department of Energy 

and the Environmental Protection Agency. BPI 

Building Analyst or Performance Tested Comfort 

Systems certification (PTCS) is a required 

prerequisite. 

Date: 7/23–8/15 

Time: Tue.–Thu., 5:30–8:30 p.m. 

Place: ECTC 

Fee: $1,495 

PTCS Duct Sealing Technician 

Performance Tested Comfort Systems (PTCS) is 

a certification program for contractors installing, 

servicing or inspecting heat pumps and ductwork. 

Technicians who successfully complete 

the course will become PTCS certified and eligible 

to participate in various regional programs. 

Date: 6/25–27 or 8/20–22 

Time: Tue.–Thu., 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. 

Place: ECTC 

Fee: $600 

Weatherization Tech 

This course is designed to train students how 

to properly weatherize existing buildings and 

homes. Students will receive field training 

where they will perform weatherization and 

repair activities. This Clean Energy Works 

Oregon qualified program includes a WHALC 

(Whole House Air Leakage Control) certification 

from Building Performance Institute (BPI). 

Date: 9/9–20 

Time: Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–4 p.m. 

Place: ECTC 

Fee: $2,995 

Introduction to AutoCAD 2013 

This hands-on, three-day course introduces 

the user to AutoCAD. Designed for students 

who are not currently using AutoCAD or using 

version 2008 or older, this course will 

teach students to use AutoCAD to design 

and draft in 2D and create, layer, edit, modify, 

annotate, dimension and prepare sheets 

for plotting. This course also introduces the 

user to features, commands and techniques 

for becoming more productive when creating, 

annotating and printing drawings with 

AutoCAD. More advanced topics include 

advanced objects, advanced dimensioning, 

manipulating objects and data, dynamic 

blocks, plotting and more. 

Date: 7/15–17 

Time: Mon.–Wed., 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. 

Place: PPI 

Fee: $995 

Date: 8/13–15 

Time: Tue.–Thu., 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. 

Place: PPI 

Fee: $995 

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Business & Industry Workforce Training 

Intermediate AutoCAD 2013 

This hands-on, three-day course introduces the 

user to more advanced features, commands 

and techniques for becoming more productive 

when creating, annotating and printing 

drawings with AutoCAD. Topics include 

advanced objects, advanced dimensioning, 

manipulating objects and data, dynamic 

blocks, plotting and more. 

Date: 6/25–27 

Time: Tue.–Thur., 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. 

Place: PPI 

Fee: $995 

AutoCAD Certification Exams 

The Autodesk Certification Exams are a reliable 

validation of skills and knowledge, and 

can lead to accelerated professional development, 

improved productivity and enhanced 

credibility. These exams can only be taken 

through an Autodesk Authorized Certification 

Center. Exams offered include AutoCAD, AutoCAD 

Civil 3D and Revit Architecture. 

Date: 6/21 or 7/26 or 8/23 

Time: Fri., 9 a.m.–Noon 

Place: PPI 

Fee: $175 

AutoCAD Civil 3D 

This hands-on three-day course introduces the 

user to AutoCAD Civil 3D, a powerful civil 

engineering tool that creates intelligent relationships 

between objects so design changes 

are dynamically updated. This course provides 

the student with a foundation for using the dynamic 

technology of Civil 3D. Everything from 

importing points and creating surfaces, to 

finished corridor/road design will be covered. 

Students will leave this class confident with 

Civil 3D. 

Date: 7/9–11 


Place: PPI 

Fee: $995 

Date: 8/6–8 


Place: PPI 

Fee: $995 

Introduction to Revit 

Architecture 2013 

This hands-on, three-day course introduces 

the user to Revit Architecture while learning 

the fundamental concepts of building information 

modeling. This course will guide students 

through this diverse software, enabling the 

student to create full 3D architectural project 

models and set them up in working drawings. 

Date: 6/25–27 


Place: PPI 

Fee: $995 

Date: 7/29–31 

Time: Mon.–Wed., 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. 

Place: PPI 

Fee: $995 

Date: 8/27–29 


Place: PPI 

Fee: $995 

healthcare 

Adult Care Home 

Basic Training 

This course is required in the state of Oregon 

for providers and resident managers of adult 

care homes, and is a basic introduction to the 

care requirements of residents. 

Date: 7/8–26 

Place: Online 

Fee: $380 

Date: 8/12–22 

Place: Maywood Park Campus 

Fee: $380 

Emergency Medical 

Technician (EMT) 

The EMT program provides practical, handson 

training for individuals seeking employment 

as a fire officer, EMT or paramedic. Opportunities 

also exist with home health agencies, 

emergency rooms, urgent care clinics and 

hospital transportation services. 

Date: Begins Sept. 23 

Time: Mon. & Wed., 5–8:30 p.m. 

Place: Bruning Center 

Fee: $1,595 Additional fees required 

Nursing Assistant 

The training includes 51 hours of online theory, 

24 hours of lab practice and 75 hours 

of clinical practicum at an assigned facility. 

After successful completion of this course, the 

student is eligible for the Oregon State Certified 

Nursing Assistant 1 exam. Visit mhcc. 

edu/cna for details. 

Date: 7/19–8/29 

Time: Online with Lab in AC 1756 


Date: 8/12–9/19 

Time: 8 a.m.–4 p.m. 

Place: Gresham Campus, AC 1756 


Wilderness First Aid 

Students will be given a foundation of first 

aid principles and skills that will enable them 

to identify and respond to emergencies in 

wilderness and/or remote areas (including 

urban disasters, earthquakes and hurricanes) 

when EMS (Emergency Medical Services) 

are not available. Prerequisite: current CPR/ 

AED Certification. 

Date: 7/7–21 

Time: Sun., 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. 

Place: Gresham Campus 

Fee: $125 Required textbook not included 

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY 

Global Harmonization System (GHS) 

The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) is 

an international approach to hazard communication, 

providing criteria for classification 

of chemical hazards, and a standardized 

approach to label elements and safety data 

sheets. The GHS is based on major existing 

systems around the world. This training is 

required by OSHA for employers with hazardous 

chemicals in the workplace. 

Date: 8/23 

Time: Fri., 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. 

Place: Bruning Campus 

Fee: $175/$165 government or non-profit 

HAZWOPER (Refresher-8 hour) 

This course meets the requirements in OSHA 

29 CFR 1910.120 for eight hours of annual 

refresher training for workers at hazardous 

waste sites. This course is designed for general 

site workers who remove hazardous waste 

or who are exposed or potentially exposed to 

hazardous substances or health hazards. 

Date: 8/16 

Time: Fri., 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. 

Place: Gresham Campus 

Fee: $125 


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small business development center 

The Mt. Hood Community College 

Small Business Development Center 

(SBDC) is part of the Oregon Small 

Business Development Center Network. 

We serve new and established 

businesses by providing: 

• Access to small business resources 

• Free confidential business counseling 

• Information and referral services 

• Practical, affordable training 

TO REGISTER: 

Call 503-491-7658 or email us at Bizcenter@mhcc.edu. 

Register for the class a minimum of 72 hours before the 

start date. 

TO CANCEL: 

Call 503-491-7658 or email us at Bizcenter@mhcc.edu. 

Cancellations 72 hours or more prior to seminar will be 

given a 100 percent refund. 

No refunds for cancellations within 

72 hours of seminar 

The small business development center is now located at 501 N.E. Hood Ave., Suite 240, Gresham, OrE. 

Seminars and 

Workshops 

To register call 503-491-7658 

Participate in these workshops from your 

business, home or the SBDC classroom. Highspeed 

Internet connection required for all online 

live webinars. 

STARTING A BUSINESS 

Going into Business: Start Smart! 

Learn the basics of opening a small business 

in the state of Oregon. How to register your 

business name, resources for small businesses, 

access to capital, open a business bank account 

and obtain a tax ID number for your business. 

Individual business advising at no charge available 

after completing this training. 

Open registration: 6/24–8/31 

Available online at: mhccbizcenter.org 

Fee: No charge 

Empezando Su Negocio (Spanish) 

Aprenda los pasos necesarios para iniciar un 

pequeño negocio en el estado de Oregon. Este 

taller por internet cubre los siguientes temas: Cómo 

Registrar su Negocio, Recursos para Pequeños 

Negocios, Acceso a Capital, Cómo Abrir una 

Cuenta de Cheques y Obtener su EIN (Número de 

Impuesto para Su Negocio). Asesoria individual en 

Español sin costo alguno al completar esta clase. 

Inscripciones abiertas: 6/24–8/31 

Clase virtual: mhccbizcenter.org 

Costo: No hay cuota de inscripción 

New Business Foundations Program 

This six-week online program is a must if you are 

opening a new business or have a business idea. 

Work with individual business counselors during 

the process of opening your business and get 

your questions answered. Topics to be covered: 

• Business plan outline 

• Forms of doing business 

• Products/services description 

• Promoting your business 

• Start-up expenses 

• Financial statements 

• Financing the business 

Individual business counseling available free of 

charge to participants. 



Fee: $95, Includes learning materials 

For more information call 503-491-7658 

Fundamentos Para Nuevos 

Negocios (Spanish) 

Este programa de 6-semanas en-linea (curso 

virtual por internet) le ayudará con el proceso 

de iniciar y planear su nuevo negocio o evaluar 

la oportunidad de su idea de negocio. Trabaje 

con asesores profesionales durante este curso 

y reciba contestación a sus preguntas. Este programa 

incluye: 

• Guía de Plan de Negocio 

• Formas de Operar su Negocio 

• Creación de Productos y Servicios 

• Cómo Promover su Nuevo Negocio 

• Costos para Iniciar un Negocio 

• Proyecciones Financieras y Ventas 

• Financiamiento y Acceso a Capital 

Inscripciones abiertas: 6/24–8/31 

Clase virtual: mhccbizcenter.org 

Costo: $95, Incluye curso y materials 

Becas y opciones de pago disponibles, llame 

al 503-491-7658 

Business Plan Bootcamp 

Session 1: Arrive with an idea, leave with 

an outline 

Session 2: Building the business plan 

Session 3: Adding the financial projections and 

marketing spreadsheet 

Individual business counseling available free of 

charge to participants. 



Fee: $55, Includes six months software access 

Small Business Legal Basics 

Learn to protect your small business and deal 

with some of the legal issues involved when 

owning and running a business. You will discover 

how to avoid common mistakes while 

dealing with contracts, hiring employees and 

the structure of your business. In addition, this 

class covers different licensing requirements 

and regulations, as well as tax implications for 

you and your business. This seminar is offered 

in partnership with the law firm Young Twedt 

McRostie LLP. 

Date: 6/25 or 7/23 

Time: Noon–1 p.m. 


Location: Classroom or live webinar 

Are You Bankable? How to Get a 

Business Loan 

In this seminar get the answers to these questions: 

• What is the current access to capital? 

• What are some sources of capital? 

• What banks are lending? 

• What are lenders really looking for? 

• What are the steps to getting a loan? 

• Am I bankable? What should I know? 

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Small Business Development Center 

• What if I'm not bankable? How can I 

become bankable? 

• What if I get denied? 

Business counseling available free of charge 

upon completion of the webinar. 




GROWING YOUR BUSINESS 

Hiring New Employees 

Learn how to attract and hire quality employees 

and how to begin the employee/employer 

relationship on the right foot, including proper 

job postings, applications, job descriptions and 

hiring paperwork. Learn about the differences 

between an employee and independent contractor. 

Business counseling available free of 

charge upon completion of the webinar. 




Contracting with the Government 

Small businesses face challenges when trying 

to win federal, state and local government contracts. 

The Small Business Development Center 

at MHCC helps small businesses work through 

these challenges. This class provides an indepth 

approach to discovering and seeking 

contract opportunities as well as the marketing 

tools that may assist in selling your product or 

service to the government. Business counseling 

available free of charge upon completion of 

the webinar. 




BOOKKEEPING & 

QUICKBOOKS 

Bookkeeping for Small Business 

Learn basic accounting practices used by 

professional bookkeepers and accountants. 

Become familiar with the tools available to 

develop a bookkeeping system that works for 

your business including QuickBooks. Business 

counseling available free of charge upon 

completion of the webinar. 



Fee: $35 

QuickBooks Bootcamp 1:  Company 

Setup and File Management 

Two days of hands-on training in QuickBooks 

consisting of two, three-hour sessions. After an 

introduction to basic accounting principles used 

by all editions of QuickBooks, you will use the 

software to create a company file, customize it, 

manage its movement between computers and 

generate reports essential to your business. 

Learning Outcomes: 

1. Choose the right QuickBooks edition for 

your business 

2. Plan, create and customize a QuickBooks 

company file tailored to your business needs 

3. Correct QuickBooks posting errors with an 

understanding of basic accounting principles 

4. Manage multiple copies of a QuickBooks 

company file between multiple computers 

5. Generate and utilize valuable financial 

re ports essential to business 

Date: 7/9 and 7/11 

Time: 9 a.m.–Noon 

Fee: $115 

Class limited to 9, textbook not included 

QuickBooks Bootcamp 2:   

Managing Business Transactions 

Two days of hands-on training in QuickBooks 

consisting of two, three-hour sessions. Working 

with real-life customer, vendor and banking 

transactions, you will use the software to process 

money coming into and going out of a 

business as part of a 30-day bookkeeping 

cycle vital to your business. 

Learning Outcomes: 

1. Set up and manage lists of customers, 

vendors and items 

2. Post to the software and manage: 

a. Customer invoices 

b. Sales receipts 

c. Customer payments 

d. deposits 

e. Vendor bills 

f. Bill payments 

g. Checks 

h. Credit card transactions 

3. Manage the movement of money between 

bank accounts 

4. A well-planned 30-day bookkeeping cycle: 

a. Reconcile bank statements 

b. Manage paper flow 

c. Generate and file essential 

financial reports 

Date: 7/16 and 7/18 

Time: 9 a.m.–Noon 

Fee: $115 


Weekend QuickBooks Bootcamp 

Bootcamp 1: Company setup and file management 

(one six-hour class) 

Bootcamp 2: Managing business transactions 

(one six-hour class) 

Date: Bootcamp 1: 8/3 

Date: Bootcamp 2: 8/10 

Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. 

One-hour lunch break 

Fee: $115 per Bootcamp 


MARKETING 

Business Website Essentials 

Learn easy step-by-step essentials to building 

your own small business website. Designed for 

any skill-set, the instructor will walk through the 

budget-conscious options and tools to build a 

successful business website from scratch. 

Date: 7/12 or 8/9 

Time: 9:30–11:30 a.m. 


Location: Live webinar 

WebMentor 

Through six classes and individual mentor sessions, 

WebMentor will guide you through the 

process of creating an effective professional 

business website and social media tools. Individual 

business counseling available free of 

charge to participants in this training. 

Session 1: How to plan for your website 

Session 2: Competitive analysis 

Session 3: 10 essential pages 

Session 4: Keywords and copywriting 

Session 5: Marketing with social media 

Session 6: Analyzing your traffic 



Fee: $195, Includes learning materials 

Scholarships and payment options available; 

for more information call 503-491-7658 

Online Marketing and Social Media 

Learn how to use social media tools such as 

Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+ and You- 

Tube to promote your business and attract new 

customers. The instructor will discuss the key elements 

of successful social media marketing. 

Date: 7/25 or 8/22 

Time: 9–10:30 a.m. 

Fee: $35 

Location: Live webinar 


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non-credit online classes 

MHCC, in partnership with Education2Go, an industry leader in online 

learning for adults, offers online training programs for many in-demand 

workforce skills and occupations. Professionals from each respective 

field provide effective, up-to-date Web-based instruction. With MHCC’s 

online classes, students can work and study on their own time and keep 

their full-time jobs. 

• Choose from classes that are instructor-facilitated or self-paced. 

• Many classes cost $95 and start throughout the term. 

• Hundreds of online classes available, covering a wide variety of 

subjects and interests. 

• Read your lesson and ask questions of your instructor at a time 

convenient to you. 

TO REGISTER: 

For more classes or to register go to 

mhcc.edu/ceonline. 

COURSE SECTIONS: 

A new section of each online class will begin 

July 17, Aug. 21 and Sept. 18. Each course 

consists of 12 two-hour sessions, provided twice 

weekly, over a six-week period. The lessons are 

supplemented by interactive quizzes, tutorials 

and online discussions. 

This is only a partial list of our many class offerings. 

For a complete directory, please visit learn.mhcc.edu 

CAREER & PROFESSIONAL 

Accounting Fundamentals 

Creating a Successful Business Plan 

Explore a Career as a Paralegal 

Explore a Career as a Pharmacy Technician 

Explore a Career in a Dental Office 

Fundamentals of Supervision & Management 

Learn to Buy and Sell on eBay 

Nonprofit Fundraising Essentials 

Small Business Marketing on a Shoestring 

Start and Operate Your Own 

Home-Based Business 

Twelve Steps to a Successful Job Search 

Wow, What a Great Event! 

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

Assisting Aging Parents 

Certificate in End of Life Care 

Certificate in Gerontology 

Creating K-12 Learning Materials 

Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom 

Discover Digital Photography 

GED Preparation 

Get Assertive! 

GMAT Preparation 

GRE Preparation 

Introduction to Natural Health and Healing 

Introduction to Stock Options 

Keys to Effective Communication 

Keys to Successful Money Management 

LSAT Preparation 

Luscious, Low-Fat, Lightning-Quick Meals 

Personal Finance 

Photoshop Elements 11 for the Digital 

Photographer 

Photoshop CS6 for the Digital Photographer 

Response to Intervention: Reading Strategies 

that Work 

SAT/ACT Preparation 

Secrets of Better Photography 

Solving Classroom Discipline Problems 

Spanish for Law Enforcement Professionals 

Spanish for Medical Professionals 

Spanish for the Classroom 

Speed Spanish I and II 

Teaching Adult Learners 

Teaching Smarter with SMART Boards 

Understanding Adolescents 

Where Does All My Money Go? 

WRITING & PUBLISHING 

A to Z Grant Writing 

Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published 

Beginning Writer’s Workshop 

Effective Business Writing 

Get Grants! 

Grammar Refresher 

Introduction to Screenwriting 

The Keys to Effective Editing 

Publish and Sell Your E-Books 

Travel Writing 

Writeriffic: Creativity Training for Writers 

Writing Effective Grant Proposals 

Writing Essentials 

Writing for Children 

COMPUTER & TECHNOLOGY 

Achieving Top Search Engine Positions 

Adobe Flash CS5 

Basic CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep 

CompTIA® Network+ Certification Prep 

CompTIA® Security+ Certification Prep 

Computer Skills for the Workplace 

Creating a Classroom Website 

Creating jQuery Mobile Websites with 

Dreamweaver 

Creating Mobile Apps with HTML5 

Creating Web Pages I & II 

Designing Effective Websites 

Intermediate Networking 

Intermediate SQL 

Introduction to Adobe InDesign CS4 

and CS5 

Introduction to C++ Programming 

Introduction to CSS and XHTML 

Introduction to Dreamweaver CS6 

Introduction to Illustrator CS3 

Introduction to Java Programming 

Introduction to Microsoft Access 2010 

Introduction to Microsoft Excel 

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 

Introduction to Microsoft Project 2010 

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 

Introduction to Networking 

Introduction to PC Security 

Introduction to PHP and MySQL 

Introduction to QuickBooks 2012 

Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2012 

Introduction to Visual Basic 

PMP Certification Prep 1 

Wireless Networking 

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e a mythbuster 

Busting Myths, 

Making Memories 

Every Saturday, science gets real— 

and really fun—for a group of 

youngsters at MHCC. 

The energy builds quickly in an 

MHCC science lab on this Saturday 

afternoon. At first, it’s just Joyce 

Sherpa, a chemistry instructor at 

MHCC for the past 18 years, and 

a few of her current and former 

students, who volunteer to assist 

her. This week’s guest, MHCC 

botany instructor Bill Becker, 

arrives to lead a nature walk around 

campus. The chit-chat turns rapidly 

to why lichens don’t grow on cedar 

trees (cedar oils are a natural 

anti-fungal, fyi). 

Then, by twos and threes, the 

kids begin to arrive. Before long, 

the lab is electric with the kidenergy 

wattage of nearly 40 homeschooled 

students. 

This is the Mythbusters class, an allvolunteer 

effort hosted by MHCC 

that brings applied, fun-filled 

science education to home-schooled 

kids between the ages of 10 and 

15. Sherpa started the program in 

2009, and a few 

of the first group 

of kids have been 

there for nearly 

all of the 63 class 

sessions, which 

have spanned a 

delightful range 

from electricity 

(making batteries 

from potatoes), 

gravity and mass 

(dropping packaged 

raw eggs from MHCC’s roof, 

most of which survived uncracked), 

actions and opposite reactions 

“I really like giving 

kids a new way 

to see the world, 

and maybe that will 

translate to a serious 

interest in science.” 

(bottle rockets), inertia (a magician’s 

table clock trick is involved) and 

chemistry (making ice cream using 

liquid nitrogen). It’s a great example 

of learning disguised as play to engage 

more kids in science and math. 

“This is a great way to give kids a new 

way to see the world and appreciate 

and understand science,” Sherpa says. 

“These home-schooled kids don’t get 

much lab time, which we can provide, 

and it’s great fun to watch the 

older kids get involved in helping the 

younger ones. Over 

the years we’ve seen 

the class become 

more evenly split 

between boys and 

girls, which is also 

very good news for 

our future. I couldn’t 

do any of this, 

though, without my 

amazing helpers.” 

Loyal helper Chris 

Johnsen, one of 

Sherpa’s former students and a longtime 

MHCC Mythbusters volunteer, 

FUN SATURDAY SCIENCE 

MHCC’s Bill Becker leads kids 

on a forest exploration 

stands out in his tie-dyed lab coat. “I 

really like giving kids a new way to 

see the world,” he says, “and maybe 

that will translate to a serious interest 

in science.” 

Serious isn’t so much the draw for 

Kyle Brady, one of the Mythbusters 

kids. It’s more about shooting 

marshmallows 

across the room or 

playing catch with 

a football that 

has an egg inside 

or using seltzer to 

make rockets. 

“This is a real 

fun class,” he 

says, eager to get 

started. “I don’t 

get to do this stuff 

at home.”

e sustained 

Keeping People 

and Planet Safe 

MHCC’s unique Sustainability, Health 

and Safety program puts graduates 

on the front lines of environmental 

responsibility and safety. 

There are two kinds of positive environmental 

protection: big picture, 

wherein the world is altered in grand, 

global strokes; and day-by-day, 

wherein committed people and businesses 

do the best they can in realworld 

situations. The first is often 

more glamorous, but the second is 

where the recycled rubber meets the 

sustainably paved road. 

Take, for example, WaferTech, located 

in Camas, Wash., the largest integrated 

circuit semiconductor foundry 

in the U.S. From keeping their 

workers safe on the job to reducing 

chemical usage and increasing 

energy efficiency, WaferTech employs 

a team of professionals guided by the 

company’s environment, health and 

safety policies. Dealing with realworld 

complexity, regulations and 

goals, and real-world profit-and-loss, 

NEVER-A-DULL-MOMENT 

Rebecca Halley uses her 

MHCC education at WaferTech 

how are they doing? WaferTech has 

reduced the hazardous waste they 

produce by half a million pounds per 

year, recycled some 175 tons of material 

each year, eliminated hazardous 

substances from their products, 

recorded millions of man-hours 

without a lost-time injury and maintained 

the wetlands that surround 

their campus. 

Rebecca Halley is a safety engineer 

at WaferTech, and a graduate of 

the Sustainability, Health and 

Safety (SHS) program at Mt. Hood 

Community College. 

“The SHS program at MHCC ties 

directly into our core values at 

WaferTech,” Halley says, “which 

include providing a safe workplace, 

minimizing environmental impacts 

and pollution, and assuring compliance 

with applicable regulations. The 

training I received at MHCC gave me 

a valuable base, plus an understanding 

of the field and the regulations 

that enabled me to move on and 

grow into this varied, never-a-dullmoment 

profession.” 

Javid Mohtasham, Ph.D., directs 

the Sustainability, Health and Safety 

program at MHCC, which is one of 

only two colleges in the Northwest to 

bring all these elements together in 

one academic degree. SHS involves 

three disciplines which often overlap: 

The environmental technician or 

manager works with compliance 

issues and the control of pollution 

that can create an adverse impact 

on waterways, air and groundwater. 

The plant safety officer deals with 

employee safety and provides a 

healthy work environment. The 

hazardous materials manager 

provides insight on proper handling 

and transport of materials that are 

considered toxic or dangerous. 

“Nearly every company, large and 

small, needs a professional to ensure 

environmental, health and safety 

compliance,” Mohtasham points 

out, “and to build the programs that 

make real progress in sustainability 

for the future.” 

He adds that job opportunities 

cover a huge range—a wide variety 

of employers hire environmental 

science and safety technicians and 

managers, including environmental 

engineering firms, industry, waste 

disposal or management companies, 

governmental agencies, analytical 

laboratories and private trainers or 

service providers. 

“Our graduates serve both the community 

and the environment, with 

typical starting salaries around 

$45,000,” notes Mohtasham. 

MHCC graduate Brian Allen took 

his SHS training to the environmental 

compliance and inspection 

side of the field, and now works 

for the Oregon Department of 

Environmental Quality in Bend. 

Under the auspices of the U.S. 

Environmental Protection Agency’s 

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“The training I received 

at MHCC gave me a 

valuable base, 

plus an understanding 

of the field and the 

regulations that 

enabled me to move 

on and grow into this 

varied, never-a-dullmoment 

profession.” 

Resource Conservation and Recovery 

Act, Allen inspects facilities for compliance 

with regulations governing 

the management of hazardous waste. 

For a few businesses, the 20-year 

Navy veteran is the last person they 

want to see coming. 

“I was a Navy Chief,” Allen says, “so 

I can handle inspections. And once a 

business realizes that I have experience 

on their side of the fence within 

industry, the lines of communication 

open up pretty well. They understand 

that I’m not only here for an inspection, 

but to offer technical advice as 

well. Usually the only regulated businesses 

that have issues are the few 

that do not have a trained compliance 

person on staff. 

“The SHS program at MHCC offers a 

lot of opportunity and a lot of directions 

in which to take your career,” 

Allen says. “The program trains 

people for roles that are valuable to 

businesses and the public.” 

A big part of the SHS training 

is the exposure students get 

to industry professionals and 

work environments. 

“This field is as much about communication 

and problem-solving as 

it is about the technical side,” says 

WaferTech’s Halley. “MHCC makes 

real-world internships available to 

students in the program—WaferTech 

provides opportunities for some of 

those internships—which is so important 

to the degree.” 

Other companies, such as Charter 

Mechanical Contractors, also offer 

internships. After completing an internship 

with the company, Natalie 

Gabrielson, a 2010 graduate of 

Gresham High School, found herself 

in the enviable position of having 

a job offer with a great salary and 

benefits. And she hasn’t even 

graduated from MHCC yet! 

“The decision to enroll in MHCC and 

the SHS program has been the best 

decision of my life,” Gabrielson says. 

“I recommend this 

program to anyone 

who wants to 

keep people 

safe, the environment 

clean 

and practice 

sustainability.” 

NATALIE GABRIELSON 

NATALIE GABRIELSON 

Students such as Natalie (left) often 

land good jobs before graduation. 

MHCC’s Mohtasham emphasizes, 

“We bring in several of the field’s 

top people to speak to our students 

and serve on our advisory board. 

Combine that with the transferability 

of our courses (science, 

math, general education and more) 

—and the internship experiences— 

and you have a valuable, careerready 

education.” 

He adds, “There’s a huge future in this 

field. No matter what happens politically 

or even economically, sustainability 

and worker safety issues aren’t 

going away. It is an ideal career choice 

for recent high school graduates as 

well as anyone looking to acquire 

training for a new profession.” 

To learn more about MHCC’s SHS program, 

please visit mhcc.edu/shs.

PERIODICALS 

POSTAL CUSTOMER 

ECRWSS 

Strawberry 

SHORT 

FESTIVAL 

COURSE 

Saturday, June 22 

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

The Strawberry Short Course Festival at Mt. Hood Community College returns! 

This great community event welcomes kids, adults and families to celebrate the 

strawberry season by sampling short courses on fun and interesting topics. Enjoy 

a variety of vendors and booths from local organizations and FREE strawberry 

shortcake. Sign up online to volunteer, teach a class, be a vendor, share a memory 

or tell us you are coming! (RSVPs are not required, but will help us plan.) 

mhcc.edu/strawberry 

This schedule is published to provide information to the general public. Every effort is made to ensure accuracy at the time of printing. However, the statements contained here are not to be regarded 

as an irrevocable contract between a student and the college. MHCC reserves the right to change or cancel a class at any time and to alter stated policy by action of the MHCC District Board of 

Education. Course offerings may be adjusted for economic reasons and students are urged to register early.

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