Education Community - Portland Community College

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Home and Garden
Home Repair Series
Learn how to take care of your home in these engaging
demos. General contractor Dennis McDonald has been
in the business since 1988, and he’s eager to share his
vast experience with you! Optional $8 book fee payable to
“McDonald and Sons Construction.”
9HI 625G Home Repair Series
Register for this class to enroll in the series at a discount.
17905 Metro Ctr PMWTC2 112 8:30am-12:50pm
Sat 1/19-2/16 McDonald $109
9HI 625O Wall Repair
We’ll cover wall repair from a historical perspective, so you’ll
be able to do repairs regardless of its age and how it was built.
Covers lath and plaster, drywall, concrete and basements.
17907 Metro Ctr PMWTC2 112 8:30am-10:20am
Sat 1/19 McDonald $29
9HI 625P Windows and Doors
Covers door and window anatomy, how to measure, how to
order and how to install. We’ll talk about old windows and
new windows and everything in between, including replacing a
broken window panes and sash cords.
17908 Metro Ctr PMWTC2 112 11am-12:50pm
Sat 1/19 McDonald $29
9HI 625I Electricity I
We’ll start off very basic: how electricity comes to our homes
and how it’s divided into 110 and 220 circuits. Then we’ll cover
replacing switches and outlets.
17909 Metro Ctr PMWTC2 112 8:30am-10:20am
Sat 1/26 McDonald $29
9HI 625J Electricity II
Learn how to wire three different circuits: a 220 dryer outlet,
a 20A circuit for outlets and a 15A circuit for lighting that
includes a three-way switch. With this knowledge, you’ll be
able to do any wiring project in your home.
17911 Metro Ctr PMWTC2 112 11am-12:50pm
Sat 1/26 McDonald $29
9HI 625K Plumbing I
Learn to clean out a clogged drain pipe and stop a drippy
faucet, as well as how to identify the kinds of pipe in your
house so you know which ones you can replace and which
ones you need to leave alone.
17912 Metro Ctr PMWTC2 112 8:30am-10:20am
Sat 2/2 McDonald $29
9HI 625L Plumbing II
We’ll talk about how to pick out and install new plumbing
appliances like faucets, sinks, toilets and water heaters. We’ll
also talk about the latest products and methods and how they
can make your plumbing experience quick and easy.
17913 Metro Ctr PMWTC2 112 11am-12:50pm
Sat 2/2 McDonald $29
9HI 625T Flooring and Countertops
Learn about measuring, selecting and installing carpet, vinyl
and plastic laminate for countertops. We’ll cover tricks of the
trade that make all of these projects user-friendly so that you
can do it yourself!
17914 Metro Ctr PMWTC2 112 8:30am-10:20am
Sat 2/9 McDonald $29
9HI 625M Roof Repair and Siding
We’ll talk about different kinds of roofing and siding, what
works best in different situations and how to do it step by step.
17915 Metro Ctr PMWTC2 112 11am-12:50pm
Sat 2/9 McDonald $29
9HI 625N Tiling Floors and Walls
Learn the latest in tiling products and techniques. We’ll cover
how to prep for and install ceramic and porcelain tile, as well
as natural stone.
17916 Metro Ctr PMWTC2 112 8:30am-10:20am
Sat 2/16 McDonald $29
9HI 625H Earthquake Options
Learn about earthquake threats in our area and how you can
prepare your home and family.
17917 Metro Ctr PMWTC2 112 11am-12:50pm
Sat 2/16 McDonald $29
Upholstery
Come learn upholstery techniques that will breathe new
life into your decor. An upholstery kit and some supplies are
available from the instructor. You will need to purchase fabric
for your project. Couches and overstuffed chairs are not
permitted due to time constraints. If you have questions
about acceptable projects, call 971-722-5205. You must
register or drop in advance of first day; drop dates are in
course footnotes.
9HI 625S Upholstery: Beginning
Bring an old upholstered stool, ottoman or simple dining room
chair. You'll master the basic skills that will allow you to move
on to intermediate class, where you will work on project of
your choice.
17918 Metro Ctr PMWTC1 115 6pm-8:50pm
Tues 1/8-3/12 Smith $159, $35 Fee
Must reg/drop by 1/3.
17921 Metro Ctr PMWTC1 115 9am-11:50am
Sat 1/12-3/16 Smith $159, $35 Fee
Must reg/drop by 1/7.
9HI 625V Upholstery: Intermediate
If you've completed the beginning-level upholstery class
and are ready to move on to a more complex project of your
choice, like chairs and headboards, this is the class for you.
Absolutely no couches or over-stuffed chairs allowed, with no
exceptions.
19128 Metro Ctr PMWTC1 115 6pm-8:50pm
Wed 1/9-3/13 Smith $159, $35 Fee
Must reg/drop by 1/4.
19129 Metro Ctr PMWTC1 115 6pm-8:50pm
Thurs 1/10-3/14 Smith $159, $35 Fee
Must reg/drop by 1/5.
19130 Metro Ctr PMWTC1 115 12:30pm-3:20pm
Sat 1/12-3/16 Smith $159, $35 Fee
Must reg/drop by 1/7.
9HI 625U Upholstery: Open Lab
This open studio time is only for students who are currently
registered in a ten week upholstery class. No formal
instruction provided.
17933 Metro Ctr PMWTC1 115 3:30pm-5:50pm
Sat 1/12-3/16 Smith $99
17934 Metro Ctr PMWTC1 115 3:30pm-5:50pm
Wed 1/9-3/13 Smith $99
PCC Community Education Classes
Looking for PCC credit classes that you can apply to college degrees? Visit: www.pcc.edu/schedule.
Pets
Have a question?
Call 971-722-6266 or visit
www.pcc.edu/community
9HB 623L Dog Obedience: Beginning
Reward-based training methods help you to enjoy your dog
to the fullest! Master the basics in this obedience course for
beginners. Learn several commands and perfect your skills by
practicing around distractions. No dogs at first class.
17901 NE Port FETCH 7pm-8pm
Wed 1/23-2/20 Bane $65, $20 Fee
Pre-class instructions: www.pcc.edu/staff/linda.bane15
17545 Rock Cr BLDG7 127 6:30pm-7:50pm
Thurs 1/17-2/14 Malarkey $65
Pre-class instructions: www.pcc.edu/staff/helen.malarkey15
9HB 623K Dog Obedience:
Advanced Beginners
If you’ve completed a beginner level class but need a little
more practice before moving on to more advanced training,
this class is for you. Review beginner tips and learn several
more reward-based commands. No dogs at first class.
17900 NE Port FETCH 7pm-8pm
Tues 1/22-2/19 Bane $65, $20 Fee
Pre-class instructions: www.pcc.edu/staff/linda.bane15
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