COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Thematic study of drama poetry and the novel Emphasis on man In conflict Formal essays class discussion and seminars The study of various literary genres novels modem drama essays A Shakespeare- selected on a thematic basis Correct forms of expression and techniques of writing are studied and employed In various written essays MAPl For those notplanning to take Math after Grade Topics Include loganlh trigonometry finances equations and simple machines Emphasis on the ap plication of concepts MAP451 A study of relations and functions with emphasis on quadratic trigonometric exponential and logarithmic functions Solution of factorable equations synthetic geometry of the circle sequences and series TYPHI This course is designed to leach the keyboard via the touch melhod and by stressing proper typing techniques Topics include setting up of reports manuscripts bibliographies personal letters business letters Course includes manuscripts advanced set ail letter lengths envelopes timed writings tabulations financial statements composition at the typewriter car dittos memos care of typewriters applications proofreader marks BEGINNING DRESSMAKING A course designed for the home sewer who wants to improve her basic sewing skills A wardrobe of skirt top and dress can meet the fashion needs of any student INTERMEDIATE DRESSMAKING The student builds on the basic skills of Beginn ing Dressmaking to create wardrobe of a blouse vest pant suit or daytime dress More details In construction skills and pattern choice is encouraged at this level SEWING WITH KNITS BEGINNING This course requires a basic background of dressmaking skills The new techniques for sewing with knit and stretch fabrics are taught this level GENERAL INTEREST COURSES The following general interest or hobby type courses are offered to provide students with a recreational skill Most courses are 10 weeks in length and commence the week of October 3 1977 A second registration is held in January Flyers containing information about the second term will be sent home with all the elementary school children in the first week of January If you will be missed by this distribution call the Adult Education Office and hate your name put on the mailing list These flyers arc also available in public buildings Post Office Library Manpower etc If there arc no openings in the fall classes an overflow jour name will be placed on an advanced mailing list for January classes on request NOTfr Some shop course such as welding cost considerably more than the regular lees fees ore charged because of the heavy involved in supplying materials Some other nuchas furniture hove an supply fee as This extra fee is charged to compensate the home school for Incidental mnlinals can be provided by the teachers Students arc expected to provide their own where applicable eg paint remover paint some tools etc Students leaving any materials the school during the weeks between classes do so at their own AUTO SERVICING Men and Women This course covers the working knowledge of how the automobile works of a less technical nature The student is able to work on his own vehicle performing repairs of a minor nature Studies arc made of the running gear steering principles tires and braking units types of engines cooling system and electrical system FOR A BUSINESS Students will learn the elementary bookkeeping procedures accounting and information and qucs required or business Course includes the study of the balance sheet journalizing posting lolcdgcr accounts profit and loss statements and special journals CONTEMPORARY FIBRE ARTS A survey course Introducing different types of fibre manipulations used by todays fibre artists Included are spinning and dyeing weaving macro me basketry and sculpture netting sponge Maori twining finger crochet braids and bands etc CROCHETING The emphasis in these lessons will be to teach students how to follow printed patterns and adjust these patterns whet need be At the end of the lessons the student should be able to design either for interior decorating or fashion her own patterns Bring a No wool to the first class DRAMA IMPROVISATION A beginners theatregamesand improvisation leading to simple enabling participants to explore and develop their creativity and Imagination The emphasis of this course is on selfexpression and spontaneity rather than developing acting talent ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE Applications are invited from students who are language or those who wish to Improve their basic understanding of the spoken English Relatives friends employers etc are encouraged to introduce prospective students to these programs Students may register at any time during the either or at the High School on the evening when classes meet The classes are made up of small groups ranging from beginners those who speak no English to advanced levels for those wishing to improve their reading and writing skills FITNESS RECREATION Men Women Improve your health and well being Learn the practical aspects of physical fitness improve your muscle tone and general health and enjoy recreational activities Students will be able to make use of the swimming pool facilities in this course GUITAR GINNING Arc you interested in learning to play the guilar for your own injoymcnf This beginner s course is designed to teach the basic chord natter plus some very simply melody playing Previous musical experience is not necessary This course Is not designed to turn you into a professional guitar player but simply to let you learn to strum and sing along GUITAR CONTINUING This course will feature finger picking techniques bar chords and some elementary sight reading If you have not taken the beginners know the basic chord patterns then this course would be as well HANDWRITING what you A qualified Instructor will tench you how our most individual quality your handwriting INTERIOR DESIGN You make all the spaces you exist in more liveable An in traduction to decorating techniques for interior space including studies of surface lure and materials for drapes carpets upholstery etc combined with choices of furniture which provide more fulfilling environmental placement Learn to make hanging pot holders for your plants belts for your friends wall hangings purses and anything you arc interested In doing With the two basic knots and the simplest materials you can create some thing beautiful FRENCH CONVERSATIONAL Lessons to learn the numbers from one to infinity days of the week months of the year season weather polite forms are given A large vocabulary Is included along with verbs Instruction is primarily oral but grammar must be learned to enable the student to better express himself as he Improves his vocabulary FURNITURE Major processes involved in furniture- stripping sanding staining filling repairs bleaching and finishing Included will be a study In types of wood styles and finishes the repair of furniture and the antiquing of new furniture OFFICE PROCEDURES This course Is designed to provide the student with sufficient skills to reenter the business office by renewing typing skills and bringing the student up to dale with business machines filing techniques duplicating equipment and other procedures ORNAMENTAL IRONWORK A course constructing various types of ironwork railings lamps furniture etc Projects to be selected the students who will be expected to pay a supply fee based on their individual needs PATCHWORK AND QUILTING Making a quilt need not be a long and tedious affair Emphasis will be on techniques that allow thequllter to carry her work around as easily as knitting or crochet Each class will consist of learning a technique and spending class time practising it RUG HOOKING Beginning This course is offered to introduce you to the basic skills in hooking and shading various types or leaves and flowers As a skill craft the hooker can relax and enjoy herself You do not have to be a creative artist or possess unusual ability to fashion a pretty rug or wall hanging RUG HOOKING Continuing Prerequisite course In shading Subjects taught in this class will be determined by the students WEAVING Off Loom On simple hand made frame looms he student will learn most of the traditional tapestry weaves as well as more contemporary techniques and learn how toapply them to wall hangings and functional items WELDING Ahobby course for the student who wishes to complete a personal project Basle theory of setup and practice of oxygen acetylene cutting and brazing WOODWORKING In a well equipped shop with the assistance of a qualified instructor participants may undertake their own projects Use of machine and hand tools will be demonstrated YOGA BEGINNERS This course Is primarily concerned with the yoga of the physical body known as Hatha Yoga The exercises of Hatha Yoga are based on the formula of stretching relaxing deep breathing and Increasing the circulation of the blood and the powers of concentration Come prepared to do floor exercises bring a small carpet or mat and clothing YOGA I A continuing yog a course for those who wish to extend their knowledge of yoga and Increase theirpowera of concentration and relaxation REGISTRATION FORM REGISTRATION FORM ADDRESS TOWN POSTAL CODE HOME PHONE BUSINESS PHONE COURSE OR SUBJECT SCHOOL TIME DATE OF FIRST CLASS TIME NIGHT Second Choice NAME Mr Mrs Miss Circle One ADDRESS TOWN POSTAL CODE HOME PHONE BUSINESS PHONE COURSE OR SUBJECT SCHOOL TIME DATE OF FIRST CLASS TIME NIGHT LAST NAME Second Choice Signature MAIL TO ADULTEDUCATiON CLASSES Burlington L7R3ZS