Fall 2019 Course Catalog · CERTIFICATES: A Certificate of Completion for each course or program is issued to successful completers by Middlesex County Adult Technical Schools, subject

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Fall 2019

Course Catalog

Middlesex County Vocational and Technical

Adult Evening Schools

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Board of Education of the Vocational Schools in the County of Middlesex

Eugene J. Mullen, III Board President Gail Engel Vice-President Keith Jones, II Member Laura Czarneski Member Kyle Anderson Member Karl J. Knehr Board Secretary

Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders

Ronald G. Rios Director Charles E. Tomaro Deputy Director Kenneth Armwood Freeholder Charles Kenny Freeholder Leslie Koppel Freeholder Shanti Narra Freeholder Blanquita B. Valenti Freeholder

Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Adult Evening Schools

Administrative Offices

Dianne D. Veilleux, Superintendent Dawn M. Lystad, Director of Adult Education/County Apprenticeship Coordinator

Directions to the Schools

To the East Brunswick Campus From Route #1 North or South: Take the Route 18 South exit. Proceed on Route 18 South for approximately four miles. Take the Rues Lane exit and continue on Rues Lane for three tenths of a mile. After a white house, turn right into the school entrance.

To the Piscataway Campus From Route #1 North or South: Take Route 18 North in the direction of New Brunswick. Go approximately 4 miles. Take the Metlars Lane - Rutgers RAC/Livingston Campus Exit. Go to the second traffic light and turn right onto Suttons Lane for one mile. The Pisca-taway Campus is on your left, just before the “T” intersection.

112 Rues Lane, East Brunswick, NJ 08816 Mr. Sean McDonald, Principal Mr. Michael Sullivan, Principal

732-254-8700 ext. 1822

21 Suttons Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854 Mr. Carl Jordan, Principal

Mr. Zachary Levine, Principal 732-985-0717 ext. 2214

Statement Of Non-Discrimination: State and federal statutes and regulations prohibit school districts from discriminatory practices in employ-ment or educational opportunity against any person by reason of race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, age, English proficiency, sexual preference, marital status or veteran status. Further, state and federal protection is extended on account of disabilities, social or economic status, pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy related disabilities, actual or potential parenthood, or family status and other applicable laws. Further information regarding these policies can be obtained from the 504 Compliance Officer, and/or the Affirmative Action Officer, call (Phone 732-257-3300).

Table of Contents

Administrative Office…………………………..………..2

Apprenticeship ...................................... …………….21

Calendar ...................................................... …..22-23

Course Listing ....................................... ……………..4

Course Description ............................... ………….5-12

Customized Training ............................. …………….21

Directions to the Schools ...................... ……………..2

General Information .............................. …………...…3

High School Programs .......................... ………...15-20

NJ Next Stop ......................................... ……………...3

Teaching Opportunities ......................... …………....24

Adult Education 732-257-3300 ext. 1925 East Brunswick = EB, Piscataway = PI

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Any person (not enrolled in high school) 16 years of age and over may attend. Some courses require trade experience while others have specific prerequisites. License preparation courses have additional criteria as provided in the rules and regulations of the regulatory entity.

ATTENDANCE: Unless otherwise noted, classes meet weekly for three hours per session on days or evenings as noted.

CERTIFICATES: A Certificate of Completion for each course or program is issued to successful completers by Middlesex County Adult Technical Schools, subject to approval by the instructor and principal, given course or program criteria are met. Additional credentials may be available as part of, or may be attained by a student independently after, course or program completion.

COST: A Course Fee is charged for most courses and pro-grams. A student residing out of Middlesex County is charged a Course Fee plus $50.00; and, certificate programs are an additional 30% of the course fee. Senior citizens (55 years of age and older, not working full time) residing in Middlesex County are charged 80% of the Course Fee and the full amount for other fees. Senior Citizen discounts do not apply to Adult Certificate and full time programs, or to out-of-county residents. Students are expected to purchase required textbooks and personal protective devices, such as safety glasses with side shields. A set Materials Fee applies to consumable instructional materials, tools, lab use, and tests. A minimal charge applies when projects are made from school supplies and taken home; such as, baked goods and birdhouses. An application fee, when required, is non-refundable.

INSURANCE: The Board of Education does not pay any medical or hospital bills incurred as a result of an accident to students in the school. Individuals desiring insurance coverage must purchase coverage privately.

NOTES: Classes may be cancelled due to weather. Lost time for cancelled classes is neither made up nor subject to refunds. The school reserves the right to cancel, reschedule or combine classes when enrollment is insufficient or other scheduling problems exist.

ONE-STOP CAREER CENTER RESOURCE PARTNER: Middlesex County Vocational & Technical Schools is a Middlesex County Workforce Development One-Stop Career Center Resource Partner. A Job Seeker can access a wide variety of services at the One-Stop Career Center in New Brunswick and the satellite center in Perth Amboy. Some of the services offered include internet access, job leads and placement through job postings and referrals, resume writing workshops, job search workshops, career and vocational counseling, labor market information, and aptitude and interest testing.

REFUNDS: A full refund applies when a course or program is cancelled for administrative reasons prior to the first scheduled session. A pro-rated refund applies when the same occurs after classes have begun. NO REFUNDS ARE OFFERED AFTER THE SECOND CLASS MEETING WHEN A STUDENT WITHDRAWS. Should the school exercise the right to combine similar classes, no refunds will be offered. No refunds will be given for one day and two day classes unless it is requested 10 days before the class begins. Application Fee and Registration Fee for adult certificate programs are non-refundable regardless of cause for separation.

SCHOOL CLOSINGS: In case of inclement weather or other emergency, announcement of school closings will be posted on the school website and broadcast on radio stations WCTC-1450 AM and WMGQ-98.3 FM. Day school may be closed yet evening classes may be in session. After 3:30 PM, evening programs announcement: "Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Adult Evening Schools in the following locations: East Brunswick and Piscataway.” VETERANS: Selected courses are approved for veterans training.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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NJ CAREER CONNECTIONS

http://careerconnections.nj.gov

The New Jersey Career Connections website provides a direct connection between the skills and education that employers want and those that students need to be successful in high-demand jobs in New Jersey. NJ Career Connections is packed with in-depth information about critical skills, jobs in demand, education and training requirements and salaries. The website features an ever-changing array of interesting articles, interview and advice to help students who are taking their first steps toward careers and college.

REGISTRATION

REGISTER ONLINE at www.mcvts.net Visit the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School district website at www.mcvts.net. Click on Adult Education then click Online Registration. This will bring you to our online catalog where you can view course descriptions by career area categories. Select the course you want to take and pay online by credit card. Print your receipt and bring it with you to the first night of class.

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION for the Fall Semester will take place at the East Brunswick and Piscataway Adult Evening Schools from 5 to 8 pm on September 10th, 11th, and 12th. Students should register at the school where the course is offered.

COURSE LISTING

Architecture & Construction AutoCAD Essentials ........................................... 5 Basic Plumbing ................................................... 5 Home Repair and Maintenance .......................... 5 Home Woodworking ........................................... 6 OSHA 30 Hour Outreach Program for Construction Industry .......................................... 6 OSHA 10 Hour Outreach Program for General Industry ................................................. 6 Refrigerant Handling Certification ....................... 6 Stationary Engineering I Low Pressure ............. 6 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Certification (3G) ... 8 Welding Level I ................................................... 8 Arts, A/V Technology & COMMUNICATIONS All-Level Oil/Acrylic Painting ............................... 9 Beginner Drawing ............................................... 9 Health Science Medical Billing & Coding ..................................... 9 Medical Terminology .......................................... 9

Hospitality & Tourism Bread Baking ................................................... 10 Breakfast Across America ............................... 10 Breakfast Breads .............................................. 10 Breakfast Sweets .............................................. 10 Cake Pops—Cuckoo for Cake Pops................. 10 Cheese Around the World ............................... 10 Cookie and Bar ................................................ 10 Cream Pies ....................................................... 10 Cupcake Decorating Workshop ........................ 10 Fall Pies ............................................................ 11 Fruit Crostata .................................................... 11 Hand Decorated Cookies ................................. 11 Holiday Cookies ................................................ 11 Holiday Cookie Bake ........................................ 11 Pies, Pies and More Pies ................................. 11 Spanish Tapas .................................................. 11 Traveling the Spice Route ............................... 11 Vegan Treats .................................................... 11 Information Technology Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2013 ................ 11 Manufacturing CNC Machining ................................................ 12 Machine Shop Technology ............................... 12 Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Auto Body & Collision Repair............................ 12 Basic Auto Mechanics ...................................... 12 Motorcycle Rider Safety.................................... 12 Small Engine Repair ......................................... 12

Middlesex County Vocational & Technical Schools www.mcvts.net

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Certificate Programs

ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM ............................. 7 HVAC & REFRIGERATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAM ............................. 7 PLUMBING TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM ............................. 7 AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM ............................... 12


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Architecture & Construction

AutoCAD Essentials - In this course the student will receive a solid foundation on the fundamental of using AutoCAD soft-ware. You will learn to create 2D draw-ings in AutoCAD with 3D molding. The student will be able to create, modify and annotate objects and document the design intent on a sheet. 9 Sessions Course Fee $171 Course# Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor AUTOCEEBF 9/18 12/4 Wed 6-10 PM EB/S431 Williams

Basic Plumbing – This course is ideal for the homeowner who is interested in doing some plumbing repairs on their own or even individuals looking into plumbing as a profession. This course will cover basic areas of residential plumbing repairs and maintenance. Areas include: tub or shower repair, faucet repair and replacement, glu-ing PVC pipe and soldering copper tub-ing. Students will also learn how to clean out drains - i.e. snake out of sinks and tubs, and how to clear toilet stoppages. Additional areas of repair include: hot wa-ter heaters, replacing toilet parts and other minor plumbing repairs. Required are work gloves and safety glasses. 20 Sessions Course Fee $458 Course# Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor BASPLEBF 9/17 2/25 Tue 7-10 PM PI/C183 Gennusa

Home Repair and Maintenance – This course will provide the knowledge and skills needed to perform basic routine home maintenance. The instruction will focus on the following areas of the home: Interior, windows and doors, exterior and plumbing. Learn how to fix/repair some common problems in the home such as: Fixing a dripping faucet, replacing caulk in the bathroom, replacing tiles, unclog-ging drains, fixing toilets, replacing dam-aged shingles, weatherizing windows and doors, fixing broken windows or screens, repairing holes in the drywall and chang-ing a light fixture or switch. 9 Sessions Course Fee $171 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor HOMREBF 9/19 11/21 Thu 6-9 PM EB/AC110 Staff

What are “In Demand” Occupations and skills training programs?

Occupations and skills training programs are considered “In Demand” when skills gaps are present in the current economy, as well as the size of the skills shortage; and, anticipated employer need for trained workers in the list according to the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the State Employment & Training Commission.

More information on training opportunities can be found at http://njtrainingsystems.dol.state.nj.us

and www.mcvts.net

Licensed Master Plumber Renewal Continuing Education - This course is

designed for licensed plumbers who need to renew their licenses, as defined in PL 96 c.

158. It will be offered on an as needed, ongoing basis. Approved by the Board of

Master Plumbers, the Six Hour Re-certification Program for New Jersey

Licensed Master Plumbers. Participants must be Licensed Master Plumbers.

Call for more information 732-257-3300 ext. 1925.


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Home Woodworking - Learn about vari-ous types and uses of woods, their charac-teristics and joinery applications. Develop skills and techniques through the safe use of hand and power tools and woodwork-ing machinery. Hands on projects re-quired. First week of class is mandatory. 9 Sessions Course Fee $171 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor HOMPIF 9/16 11/25 Mon 6-9 PM PI/C122 Waiter

Refrigerant Handling Certification - This course presents information and ser-vice practices needed to meet EPA re-quirements to contain, conserve, and reuse refrigerants. It prepares the student to take the technician certification test developed by the Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES) and is approved by EPA. Students who successfully complete the course earn Refrigerant Handling Certifi-cation. Class size is limited to 15. 5 Sessions Course Fee $241 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor REFHPIF 9/19 10/17 Thu 7-10 PM PI/C164 Biles

Stationary Engineering I Low Pressure - This course prepares the student for the Low Pressure Black Seal Fireman’s Li-cense examination. Boilers and accesso-ries, fuels, controls and safety devices will be covered. 9 Sessions Course Fee $276 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor STA1EBF1 9/19 11/21 Thu 6-10 PM EB/AC137 Staff

OSHA 30 Hour Outreach Program for Construction Industry-The OSHA 30-hour Construction Industry Outreach Training course is a comprehensive safety course designed for anyone involved in the construction industry. Topics covered in this course include: OSHA policies, procedures and standards, as well as construction safety and health principles. Topics include scope and application of the OSHA con-struction standards. Special emphasis is placed on those areas that are the most haz-ardous, using OSHA standards as a guide. 10 Sessions Course Fee $266 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor OSHA30EBF 10/24 1/16 Thu 7-10 PM PI/C146 Biles

OSHA 10 Hour Outreach Program for General Industry-This course provides workers with a personal knowledge of how the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) works. Specific information is provided in the areas where most injuries occur. By understanding the causes of injuries and workplace illnesses it is hoped that the workers will create a safer and healthier workplace. Specific areas will be covered so that accident and injuries in the workplace will become a rarity instead of a regular occurrence. 3 Sessions Course Fee $80 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor OSHA10EBF 9/16 10/7 Mon 6:30-10 PM TBD Staff


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ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

This program prepares the student for entry-level employment within the electrical trades. It is designed for individuals interested in changing careers as well as those who are looking for first time employment in the field. Eight modules include class-room and hands-on instruction, field trips and seminars. Successful completers earn an OSHA card and credit hours earned may be applied to the related instruction com-ponent of a registered apprenticeship program. Curriculum includes a program orien-tation and instruction in the following courses: Multi Craft Basics; Alternating Cur-rent Loads; Magnetism, Conductors & Insulators; Motor Controls; Tools & Supports: Electrical; Transformers & Motors; and Electrical Circuits. Course fee includes regis-tration, materials and assessment fees. Classes meet Monday through Friday at the East Brunswick campus. 165 Sessions Course Fee $3,945 Course #ELECERTEBF Starts Days Time Location Instructor 9/11 Mon-Fri 1-5PM EB/S113 Drudy DAY PROGRAM

HEAT, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Certificate Program pre-pares the student for entry-level positions in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration maintenance. It is designed for individuals interested in changing careers as well as those who are looking to change classifications or acquire new skills within this field. Successful completers earn an OSHA card and Refrigerant Handling certifi-cation. Credit hours earned may be applied to the related instruction component of a registered apprenticeship program. Curriculum includes a program orientation and instruction in the following courses: Multi-Craft Basics; AC Basics & Refrigerants; Sheet Metal Basics; Domestic Appliances; Heating Fundamentals, and Principles of Refrigeration. Classes meet Monday through Friday at the Piscataway campus. Course fee includes registration, materials and assessment fees. Fees do not include textbooks. 132 Sessions Course Fee $4,210 Course # HVACERTPIF Starts Days Time Location Instructor 9/11 Mon-Thurs 5-10PM PI/C110 Bienes EVENING PROGRAM

PLUMBING TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

The Plumbing Technology Certificate Program prepares the student for entry-level employment within the plumbing trades. It is designed for individuals interested in changing careers as well as those who are looking for first time employment in the field. Students participate in classroom and hands-on instruction, field trips and semi-nars. Successful completers earn an OSHA card and credit hours may be applied to the related instruction component of a registered apprenticeship program. Curriculum includes a program orientation and instruction in the following courses: Multi-Craft Basics; AC Basics & Refrigerants; Pumps & Transit; Drainage In Single Family Dwellings; Plumbing A House & Inspections; Potable Water & Appliances; and Tools & Supports: Plumbing. Course fee includes registration, materials and assess-ment fees. Fees do not include textbooks. Classes are held Monday through Thursday at the Piscataway campus. 132 Sessions Course Fee $3,945 Course # PLUMCERTPIF Starts Days Time Location Instructor 9/11 Mon-Thurs 1-6PM PI/C183 Turkus DAY PROGRAM


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Welding Level I Welding Level I—The Welding Level I course is designed for the person with little welding experience. Students are provided learning experiences through lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice to advance their skills in: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), plasma cutting, basic blue-print interpretation, brazing and out-of-position welding.

16 Sessions Course Fee $1,010 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor WELPIF 9/17 1/28 Tue 5-9 PM PI/D108 Foli

Shielded Metal Arc Welding Certification 3G This is an “Advanced” course requiring the individual to have stick welding experience using the 7018 Electrodes in the flat and horizontal positions. This is NOT for elementary or beginner candidates.

The Shielded Metal Arc Welding course is designed to teach students about arc welding safety and the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process (SMAW-Plate), proper techniques and electrode selection for welding plate in various welding positions (3G) to meet AWS welding code. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to perform and pass the 3g test, as well as general entry level production and mainte-nance welding in fabrication shop, machine shop, oilfield, pipeline, petrochemical, power plant or refineries on mild steel, and carbon steel. This course contains 64 hours of practical training time for each position (64 hours for 3g). At the completion of the course each student will be given a practical test and upon passing will receive certification from AWS in 3g in accordance with AWS code D1.1. Course Fees include all materials, consumables and testing fees.

Shielded Metal Arc Welding Certification (3G) 16 Sessions Course Fee $2,102 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor WELBAPIW 2/4 6/2 Tue 6-10 PM PI/D108 Foli


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Arts, A/V Technology & Communications Health Science

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSING (LPN)

Practical Nursing is offered at the Piscataway campus. Students may apply to take the 15-month day-time program. The Practical Nursing curriculum includes instruction in:

Anatomy & Physiology

Behavioral Social Sciences (Contemporary

Health Issues, Psychology, Sociology)

Fundamentals of Nursing

Medical-Surgical Nursing I

Medical-Surgical Nursing II

Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing

Microbiology

Nutrition

Obstetrical Nursing

Pediatric Nursing

Pharmacology

Submit applications to: Health Occupations Office Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools

21 Suttons Lane Piscataway, NJ 08854 732-985-0717 Ext.2272

All-Level Oil/Acrylic Painting - Calling all Painters! Are you ready to “dust” off your brushes if time has gone by? Now you can be inspired and let the paint fly! Refine your technique while developing your own creative style and have fun painting in a supportive and encouraging environment. Come ready with ideas, your painting supplies, and a 16x20 pre-stretched canvas for the first day to start painting. Additional supplies will be need-ed for the class. Please bring all supplies to the second class. 8 Session Course Fee $159 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor ALLOPEBF 9/23 11/25 Mon 7-9 PM EB/S115 Herbert

Beginner Drawing - Learn how to “see like an artist” using the basic elements of art. Explore different drawing/shading techniques and develop your individual style to achieve more sophisticated draw-ings. Additional supplies will be needed for the class. Please bring all supplies to the second class. 8 Session Course Fee $159 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor BEGDREBF 9/23 11/25 Mon 5-7 PM EB/S115 Herbert

Medical Billing & Coding - An introduc-tory course to Medical Billing & Coding. Topics include: basic computer and Inter-net skills, basic medical terminology, how to assign codes for diagnosis and proce-dures, electronic billing, EHR, medical records, rules and regulations, HIPPA, Medicare and Medicaid guidelines, PIP, Workers Compensation, Slip and Fall in-juries, legal issues and secondary carrier. Learn office procedures from Front Desk to Billing. Learn about the upcoming im-pact and changes the new healthcare plan has on the medical industry. 20 Sessions Course Fee $349 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor MEDBCPIF 9/16 12/3 MT 7-10 PM PI/A148 Staff

Medical Terminology - This course is designed for participants to learn the principles of medical terminology, build a working vocabulary of medical terms and prepare to master new medical terms in the future. Major topics include terms commonly used in Anatomy and Physiolo-gy, terms that relate specifically to pathol-ogy, diagnosis and treatment and pronun-ciation of medical terms. 15 Sessions Course Fee $257 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor METPIF1 9/18 1/29 Wed 7-10 PM PI/LPN Suite Anderson

In-County Tuition $6,420 Out-Of-County Tuition $8,430


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Bread Baking - Do you love fresh baked bread? Whether you’re a bread beginner or a regular home baker this course will teach you how to shape and handle dough. We’ll also show you how to make great-tasting home-baked bread a part of your busy day-to-day life. Come along and dis-cover a new way of baking that puts fresh bread on the table for breakfast, dinner or whenever you get a craving for an oven-warm slice. Learn how to make your own fresh bread in this two night workshop. 2 Sessions Course Fee $69 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor BREADPIF 12/10 12/11 TW 6-9 PM PI/Bake Shop Grieco

Breakfast Across America - This course will explore the foods that make up the most important meal of the day? Break-fast! The most popular of all meals? Breakfast varies as you travel across the United States. We will cover egg dishes, casseroles, pancakes, waffles, side dishes and pastry items. Everything you need to liven up those ordinary family breakfasts. 9 Session Course Fee $195 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor BREAKEBF 9/16 12/2 Mon 6-9 PM EB/SN136 Roth

Breakfast Breads - In this class we will be making a variety of breakfast favorites including homemade English muffins, ba-gels and buttermilk biscuits. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor BREAKBEBF 9/18 Wed 6-9 PM EB/D121 Genco

Breakfast Sweets - Learn how to make delicious breakfast sweets including blue-berry crumb muffins, coffee cake and ba-nana-pecan bread. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor BREAKSEBF 9/25 Wed 6-9 PM EB/D121 Genco

Cake Pops – Cuckoo for Cake Pops – Show your creativity off by creating your own cake pop display piece for center-pieces, birthday parties and barbeques. Each student will learn how to make their own cake pops, dip them and decorate. The instructor will show you how to make your own centerpiece. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor CAKEPIF 10/22 Tue 6-9 PM PI/Bake Shop Grieco

Cheese Around the World - All over the world you find different types of cheese. No matter what course you are eating, cheese is likely one of the main compo-nents you will find. We will make Queso Fundido, Cheese Blintzes and taste a vari-ety of unique cheeses. We will also make our very own fresh Mozzarella. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor CHEESEBF 10/15 Tue 6-9 PM EB/SN136 Roth

Cookie and Bar – Learn how to cater by making your own bakery catering tray with cookies and bar items. Surprise your friends with a beautiful assortment of your favorite cookies and bars at your next gathering. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor COOKPIF 10/8 Tue 6-9 PM PI/Bake Shop Grieco

Cream Pies- There is nothing like coming home and catching that aroma of a freshly baked pie. We will be making 4 cream pies: Banana Cream, Chocolate Cream, Cookies and Cream and Raspberry Cream pie. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor CREAMEBF 11/13 Wed 6-9 PM EB/D121 Genco

Cupcake Decorating Workshop - Give cake decorating a try with a cupcake class. This class will introduce you to some of the basic skills of cake decorating as you try your hand at decorating cupcakes us-ing various pastry tips. Don't miss this op-portunity to discover the fun of cake deco-rating. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor CUPDWEBF 10/23 Wed 6-9 PM EB/D121 Genco

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Fall Pies - Learn how to bake a variety of fall pies, including Apple Crumb, Pumpkin and Pecan pie. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor FALLEBF 10/30 Wed 6-9 PM EB/D121 Genco

Fruit Crostata - Learn how to make a rustic fruit crostata, otherwise known as a galette. This pastry is essentially an open faced pie filled with a fruit filling. We will be making a variety of flavors including blueberry, apple and mixed berry. (Flavors subject to change based on fruit seasonality). This class is great for beginners! 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor FRUITEBF 10/16 Wed 6-9 PM EB/D121 Genco

Hand Decorated Cookies - Learn how to use royal icing to hand decorate cookies in a vari-ety of shapes for any occasion! We will be making the cookies from start to finish and will cover proper rolling, cutting and piping techniques. 2 Sessions Course Fee $69 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor HDCEBF 12/3 12/4 TW 6-9 PM EB/D121 Genco

Holiday Cookies - Learn how to make quick and easy cookies and bars for all your holiday needs. We will be making a variety of rolled and scooped cookies that are great for making cookie platters or handmade gifts for the holi-days! 2 Sessions Course Fee $69 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor HOLCEBF 12/10 12/11 TW 6-9 PM EB/D121 Genco

Holiday Cookie Bakes- Learn how to make quick and easy cookies for all your holiday needs. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor HOLIDEBF 12/10 Tue 6-9 PM EB/SN136 Roth

Pies, Pies and More Pies-Learn fun and sim-ple methods to make great pies with terrific pie recipes--even if you've never baked be-fore. You will learn about making pastry, roll-ing pastry, double crust pies, lattice top pies, crumb crusts, fruit fillings, cream pies, and more. You will go home with a fresh baked pie and enough pastry for your next creation! 2 Sessions Course Fee $69 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor PIEPIF 11/19 11/20 TW 6-9 PM PI/Bake Shop Grieco

Spanish Tapas - The small plates of Spain! They are a small sampling of culinary delica-cies that together form a unique meal. We will be making some of the classic tapas that you will find on most menus. Albondigas, Champinomes al Ajillo, Jamon y Queso Tostadas and Patatas Bravas. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor SPANEBF 9/24 Tue 6-9 PM EB/SN136 Roth

Traveling the Spice Route- When we men-tion Egypt, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mozambique and Zanzibar ……what do you think of? Aside from the exotic locales that come to mind, spice is the common culinary thread that binds all these places together. Come ex-plore the spices and recipes of these lands. From cloves tocardamom and thai basil to turmeric. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor TRAVEBF 11/19 Tue 6-9 PM EB/SN136 Roth

Vegan Treats - In this class we will be mak-ing vegan sweets that are free of dairy and eggs, including banana bread, chocolate tart, and coconut cake. We will discuss how to adjust your favorite recipes to accommodate various dietary restrictions. 1 Session Course Fee $31 Materials Fee $5 Course # Starts Days Time Location Instructor VEGEBF 10/2 Wed 6-9 PM EB/D121 Genco

Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2013- Enroll in this course to learn fundamental techniques to make spreadsheet creation, data entry, and presentation far easier. This course will teach participants the basic functions and features of Excel. Discover why Microsoft Excel is the best selling spreadsheet product in the world. 3 Sessions Course Fee $80 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor INEXEBF1 10/15 10/17 TWTH 6-10 PM EB/S111B Thomas-Floyd

Information Technology

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Manufacturing

CNC Machining - Computerized Numer-ical Controlled (CNC) Machining is an introductory class that addresses the skills needed to use computerized machining systems. In addition to covering lathe and mill skills instruction addresses G and M codes, setting of offsets, and loading of software tools and programs. Topics in-clude: Interpolation functions (linear, rap-id, circular); milling canned cycles (drilling tapping reaming boring); turning canned cycles (roughing, finishing, copy-ing, grooving, threading, drilling, tap-ping); tool call, speed (rpm, sfm) and feed functions (feed per minute, feed per revo-lution, inverse time); offset functions (tool length, left and right compensations, work offsets); sub program and macro call func-tions. 20 Sessions Course Fee $458 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor CNCEBF1 9/16 12/9 MW 6-10 PM EB/S203 Timpson

Machine Shop Technology - This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of machine shop technology operations. Stu-dents will learn about basic measuring tools, veneer calipers, steel rules, and mi-crometers, layout and hand tools. Empha-sis in the theory and practice in the use of vertical milling machine, lathes and drill-ing machines shapers, band saws and grinders. 20 Sessions Course Fee $458 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor MAC1EBF1 9/17 2/25 Tue 7-10 PM EB/S203 Eisenbrey

Auto Body & Collision Repair - Basic knowledge and skills required for repair-ing automobile bodies will be the focus of this course. Various techniques and meth-ods of straightening, shaping and filling materials are covered as well as sanding and painting. 9 Sessions Course Fee $276 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor AUTCRPIF1 9/17 11/26 Tue 7-10 PM PI/D117 Lopez

Basic Auto Mechanics - Students will be provided with a basic understanding of automotive repairs. General inspection and servicing of brakes, cooling systems, exhaust systems; engine tune-up and elec-trical systems will be covered. This course is taught by an ASE Certified Master Me-chanic. 9 Sessions Course Fee $171 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor AUTMEBF 9/16 11/25 Mon 7-10 PM EB/S307 Dombrowski AUTMPIF1 9/16 11/25 Mon 7-10 PM PI/D124 Florczak

Motorcycle Rider Safety - “Experience Motorcycling” Are you interested in learning how to ride a motorcycle? Do you want to learn to ride or learn to ride better? If so, sign up for one of Motorcy-cle Safety Foundation’s beginner and ex-perienced rider courses. This is a coopera-tive program run with Rider Education, Inc. of New Jersey. Want more infor-mation?

Call: 1-800-8WE-RIDE or go online at www.rider-ed.com

Small Engine Repair - Instruction will be given on small two and four stroke gas engines used on mowers, snow blowers and pumps. Basic areas of maintenance such as lubrication, tune-up, filters and carburetion will be covered. This course is taught by an ASE Certified Master Me-chanic. 9 Sessions Course Fee $171 Course # Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor SMAPIF1 9/19 11/21 Thu 6-9 PM PI/D131 McKinney

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

Automotive Technology Certificate Program

The Automotive Technology Certificate Pro-gram prepares the student for entry level em-ployment in the automotive field. It is de-signed for individuals interested in changing careers or for students who would benefit from the opportunity of obtaining an educa-tion within classroom, laboratory and realis-tic shop settings. This program can help de-velop the practical experience needed to pur-sue a new career. Instruction includes class-room and hands-on instruction. This program prepares the student for ASE/NATEF Certi-fication exams. Successful completers earn a certificate of completion. 108 Sessions Course Fee $3,945 Course #AUTOCERTPIF Starts Ends Days Time Location Instructor 9/11 4/27 Mon-Thu 5-10PM PI/TBD Staff

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Whether you are changing careers, upgrading your present skills or just starting out, Adult Education at Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools is the place to begin!

Today’s global economy relies upon a skilled workforce as the foundation of its success and Adult Education at Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School is dedicated to its role in the county to provide outstanding postsecondary career skills training. Established in 1914

as the first county vocational school district in the United States; the mission remains true to its original purpose of training students to enter the industry of the community.

Adult Evening School, Certificate Programs, Apprenticeship Training, Customized Training & Special Programs and Practical Nursing comprise the areas of Adult Education

If you want short-term career skills training, Adult Evening School offers courses during Fall, Winter and Spring Semesters.

You can take a course in automotive tech, computer applications, computer assisted drafting, electrical trades, construction trades, health and safety education and welding, to name a few. So if you want to start your career, change your career or upgrade your skills, click on Adult Evening Schools, browse the catalog, register online, print out your receipt and bring it with

you to the first night of class.

We hope to see you there! Register online anytime.

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Adult Education Overview


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NEW PROGRAM STARTING IN SEPTEMBER

MUSIC PERFORMANCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Location and more information: Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools

112 Rues Lane

East Brunswick, NJ 08816 Phone: 732-254-8700 Ext. 1820

PARTNERS

Kean University

Lakehouse Music Academy

Middlesex County College

Monmouth University

Rock and Roll Forever Foundation

Rutgers University, Mason Gross School of the Arts

International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE)

Curriculum includes:

Performance

Music Theory

Music History

Song Writing

Arrangement

Audio and Recording Technology

Electronic Music Synthesis

Music Business Careers

Learn and apply technical knowledge and skills to the composition, recording, synthesis, in live and studio performance and scoring for film and multimedia.


Admissions Process High school age youth with the approval of their parents or guardians, may apply to appropriate programs offered by the Middlesex County Voca-tional and Technical High Schools. Applications are available at the schools of all municipalities of Middlesex County. Students are offered admission to the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical High Schools based on academic achievement, career and technical evaluation, interviews and the recommendation of the guidance counselor from the local school district.

Students interested in attending our high schools at East Brunswick, Piscataway, or Perth Amboy should complete the standard high school applica-tion.

Students interested in attending the Academy for Science, Mathematics and Engineering Technolo-gies at Middlesex County College or the Academy for Allied Health and Biomedical Sciences at Woodbridge should complete an application for admission for the specific Academy of interest.

Students who require specialized programs or sup-port within any district school due to an identified educational disability, should complete the career development 9-12 grade application.

Students with disabilities interested in attending the Career Choices shared time eighteen week pro-gram for eighth grade students at the Woodbridge school, should complete the Career Choices Orien-tation application.

Para un uso en español, llamada 732-257-3300 Both full time and shared time high school pro-grams are available at the Middlesex County Vo-cational and Technical High Schools. Their selec-tion is based on the goals and educational needs of applicants.

In instances of limited capacity for a program, ap-plicants from within the county shall be admitted first. Otherwise, qualified applicants shall be ad-mitted on a first come, first served basis.

No tuition shall be charged to residents of Middle-sex County for admission into the day high school programs, but non-resident students shall pay tui-tion as set by the board of education.

To qualify for entrance at the ninth grade level, a student must have completed the eighth grade. Transfers shall be accepted at other levels provided students have completed the work required for the level in the school from which they wish to trans-fer. Additionally, to enter at grade 12, a student must have previously completed one year of career and technical education in their career major of their choice.

Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools High School Career Majors

Agriscience Technology (EB) Occupational instruction in floriculture, horticulture and hydroponics introduces students to a variety of career opportunities in the Agriscience industry. Stu-dents learn about plant germination, soil content, floral design, landscaping, greenhouse management, seed cultivation, the use of hand and power equip-ment, and sales. They participate in the student or-ganization, (FFA), which encourages leadership, citi-zenship, and entrepreneurship. Graduates pursue ad-vanced degrees or may be employed as greenhouse technicians, landscape contractors, design architects, interior plantscapers, floral designers, propagation workers, groundskeepers, nursery production workers or forester aides.

Allied Health and Biomedical Sciences (ACA/W) The Allied Health and Biomedical Sciences program provides accelerated college prep students with the opportunity to take four different semester courses that introduce them to the introductory skills and knowledge of the allied health and biomedical sci-ence fields. An example of the topics covered are safety, first aid, the stages of the life cycles and re-search processes.

Architecture Technology (EB) Architecture Technology is designed to challenge students interested in architecture, building construc-tion, computers, drawing, design and engineering. Students translate design drawings into working drawings, manually or through the use of computer assisted drafting systems. They draw floor plans, elevations, sections and details of buildings, and de-sign simple buildings. Graduates are employed as drafters for Architects, Mechanical Engineers, Struc-tural Engineers, Civil Engineers, Surveyors and De-velopers.

HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

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ACA/W = Academy at Woodbridge ACA/E = Academy at Edison

EB = East Brunswick PA = Perth Amboy PI = Piscataway

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Middlesex County Vocational & Technical Schools www.mcvts.net Automotive Collision Repair Technology (PI) Highly skilled automotive collision repair technicians and refinishers are needed to meet current and future labor market demands. Technical instruction to pre-pare students includes basic auto collision repair, alignment parts and panel replacement, glasswork, custom trim and painting. Students also gain knowledge of mechanical and suspension compo-nents, engine accessory systems, emission control systems, drive systems and climate control systems. Graduates enter employment in the trade area or en-roll in post-secondary education.

Automotive Technology (EB/PA/PI) Students interested in a career in the automotive tech-nology field are encouraged to enroll in the program. The Automotive Technology program provides stu-dents the opportunity to excel in specialized training of automotive engine operations, vehicle maintenance and repair, steering and suspension systems, comput-erized engine controls, brake systems, electrical sys-tems, fuel and ignition systems and front end align-ment. A challenging curriculum prepares students with opportunities to master skills required to pass Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification examinations. Graduates may pursue employment, continue their education, or enroll in an Associate Degree program in Automotive Technologies at Mid-dlesex County College. This is a joint program be-tween the college and the vocational schools.

Baking (EB/PI) Graduates of the baking program enter culinary ca-reers to become bakers, pastry chefs, production workers, merchandising/marketing sales personnel, managers, supervisors and business owners. Instruc-tion is provided in production, mixing, molding, bench makeup, oven work, cake decorating, sales and delivery, sanitation and safety engineering. Students participate in storefront, buffet and banquet opera-tions.

Carpentry (PI/PA) This course emphasizes the basic skills and knowledge needed in the carpentry trade. Students learn the use of hand tools and the operation of all common woodworking machines. Students enrolled in the program also learn the basics of home con-struction, planning, design and cost estimates. Safety, mathematics and related drawing are also taught. Upon graduation, students have the opportunity to apply to an apprenticeship program or to pursue ad-vanced training.

Civil/Mechanical Engineering Technology (ACA/E) This four-year program offers the student an oppor-tunity to explore the areas of Civil and Mechanical Engineering Technology. The Civil Engineering cur-riculum offers students a practical overview of this dynamic discipline by examining the interrelated fields of structural, geo-technical, transportation and environmental engineering and construction manage-ment.

The Mechanical Engineering curriculum, which is combined with Civil Engineering, encompasses the design of such diverse systems as missiles, power-

plants, robots and machine tools. The spectrum of professional activity for the Mechanical Pre-Engineering graduate runs from research through design and development to manufacturing and sales. Because of their comprehensive training and educa-tion, mechanical engineers are often called upon to assume management positions.

Computer Assisted Drafting (PA/PI) CAD technicians work with engineers, physicists, architects, surveyors and builders. Utilizing computer assisted drafting systems, students learn how to trans-late ideas into working drawings. In a high-tech CAD laboratory, students make and read sketches and drawings, they learn the principles of orthographic projection, and skills needed for technical, architec-tural, electrical, welding and piping drafting. Gradu-ates enter a demanding labor market or pursue higher education.

Computer Systems Technology (PA/PI) Combining skills in operating systems, computer architecture and networking, the student will develop the capabilities to design, construct, install and trou-ble-shoot a range of computer systems and networks. Students are prepared candidacy as A+ and network certified technicians. This program is offered at our Perth Amboy and Piscataway Campuses. Special academic requirements must be met in order to en-roll. See a Guidance Counselor for further details. Cosmetology/Hairstyling (EB/PI) The program is designed for students to successfully achieve theoretical and practical skills needed to pass the State Board of Cosmetology license examination and enter employment. Instruction includes all phases of hairstyling, cosmetology and barbering. Students learn haircutting, shampooing, manicuring, scalp treatment, facials, makeup, hair coloring, permanent waving, hair straightening, shaving, and anatomy and physiology. Clinic experience in shop simulated labs provide opportunities for hands-on training and expe-rience in shop operations and management. Culinary Arts (PA/PI) This course develops skills in the culinary arts and prepares students for the many occupations available in the restaurant industry. Instruction emphasizes understanding essential cooking techniques, which can then be adapted to create innovative new food items. Instruction also includes food sanitation, nutri-tion and use of equipment. In a simulated restaurant, students prepare and execute a daily lunch menu and learn front and back operations in a restaurant. Em-ployment opportunities range from sous chef, work-ing chef, pantry worker, garde manger, pastry assis-tant, or kitchen sanitation worker. Post secondary opportunities are available in various culinary schools and colleges. This program is certified by the Ameri-can Culinary Federation (ACF). Students are pre-pared to take ServSafe and ACF Certification exams.

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Electrical Technology (PA) Students in the program learn the fundamentals of electrical skills and theory. Instruction includes com-mercial and residential wiring, installation and maintenance of wiring and equipment in terms of electrical code, electrical maintenance and repair, blueprint reading, and troubleshooting. Graduates secure employment as electricians and many choose to continue their education.

Electronic/Computer Engineering Technology (ACA/E) This four-year program offers the student an oppor-tunity to explore the areas of Electronic and Comput-er Engineering Technologies. The Electronic Engi-neering course introduces the student to a variety of topics including: power distribution, motors, genera-tors and electronic engineering, integrated circuits; digital and analog hardware; electromagnetic fields; and communications. Controls require the under-standing and exploitation of electrical, electronic and magnetic phenomena. As an electronic engineer technician, you can work as an engineering associate designing, refining, and building electronic equip-ment. The Computer Engineering course introduces the student to the knowledge of DC, AC semiconduc-tor, operational amplifier and microprocessor theory and their applications in analyzing systems opera-tions. The course also includes a detailed background of computer networking systems, hardware, software, and industry troubleshooting procedures. Detailed knowledge of microprocessor, embedded controller, embedded processor, and operation of multiprocessor systems and relevant troubleshooting procedures are also covered.

Global Logistics/Supply Chain Management (PI)The Global Logistics/Supply Chain Management program will prepare students to provide administra-tive, technical, and managerial support in the opera-tion of warehouses, control of inventory, parts identi-fication, and the performance of counter services for customers. Includes instruction in record-keeping, database entry, and supply logistics as well as cus-tomer and supplier relations. Students will work col-laboratively to solve contextual problems related to supply chains, warehouse planning and transportation optimization. This program will also address global implications with decisions over intermodal transpor-tation, route selection, international shipping regula-tions, emergency preparedness, cultural awareness, business ethics and international trade restrictions related to a distribution strategy, as well as environ-mental impact, business partner selection and e-commerce.

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Health Technology (PI) Students in Health Technology are introduced to a broad range of healthcare and allied healthcare ca-reers. These services are provided either directly or indirectly to meet preventative, therapeutic, diagnos-tic, convalescent, rehabilitative, and custodial health needs of individuals and their community. The pro-gram enables students to spend time in area hospitals and health facilities exploring different career paths. Job opportunities in technical areas include long term health care facilities, radiology, operating room, car-diology, respiratory, pharmaceutical, physical therapy

and dietary. Graduates can also pursue post-secondary degree programs.

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Re-frigeration Technology (EB/PA) Students in the program use meters, measuring instru-ments, tools and equipment and they interpret sketch-es, schematics and diagrams. Instruction includes installation, maintenance, repair, and knowledge of duct systems for various types of equipment in resi-dential and commercial systems and solar heating technology. Graduates are employed as technicians or installers. They may work with local contractors or pursue advanced training.

Machine Tool Technology (EB) Nearly every industry employs machinists, either in production work, maintenance work or tool making. The machine trades program will challenge students who are interested in design, engineering or comput-ers. Instruction includes blueprint reading, geometry, trigonometry, machine theory, metallurgy, measuring techniques and computerized numerical control. Stu-dents work with all types of metal alloys, plastics, woods and composite materials. Graduates from the program will have skills and experiences that will benefit them in all technology based trades and col-lege studies in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Design. Job opportunities include work as machine operators, tool and die maker's apprentice, mold mak-er apprentice, and CNC operator.

Pre-Engineering and Manufacturing Technology (EB)

The Pre-Engineering and Manufacturing Technology program will prepare students to apply basic technical skills and engineering principles to install, trouble-shoot and support the production process found in a wide array of modern manufacturing facilities. The program will include instruction on tools, materials, machine mechanics, production process, automation, quality control, instrumentation, programmable logic controllers, electricity and electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, process control, computer aided design and robotics. Students that complete the program will have valuable skills and experiences sought by ad-vanced manufacturers as entry level advanced manu-facturing machine mechanics, automated machine operators, or mechatronics technicians. Students will also be prepared to enter into postsecondary studies in Engineering or Industrial Technology.

Welding Technology (PI) This course provides a student instruction in electric welding, oxygen acetylene welding, manual and auto-matic oxygen acetylene cutting and inert gas welding using both the tungsten inert gas and metal inert gas methods and plasma arc cutting and welding. Instruc-tion also includes metallurgy and blueprint reading. Students build structures and repair broken or cracked parts according to specification. Graduates enter em-ployment in the trade or begin apprenticeship or post-secondary training. Students wishing to have a work experience may elect the work-study / School-to-Career Program. In this program student’s work for credit within the school system or on approved sites in Middlesex County. The type of work done by stu-dents is determined by availability of workstations. Typical experience is after school.

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Middlesex County Vocational & Technical Schools www.mcvts.net School of the Arts: Dance (EB) The School of Performing Arts educates and prepares students who have demonstrated a strong interest in the fields of Dance and Theatre. Dance students have a daily dance techniques class in modern dance, ballet or jazz. The dance curriculum includes choreography, dance production, criticism and dance history. This program provides professional training and prepara-tion for advanced post-secondary studies.

School of the Arts: Design: Commercial Art and Illustration (EB/PA/PI) If you're interested in a career in the world of visual communications, the Commercial Art training pro-gram is for you. Students learn illustration, layout and design, painting, drawing, airbrush, and computer graphic skills. They produce the drawings or illustra-tions for advertisements, books, magazines, posters, record album and video covers, 3-D designs, fabrics, interior design and brochures. Each student prepares a portfolio of work for application purposes into em-ployment or higher education. Graduates of the pro-gram might work as graphic artists, display workers, illustrators or paste-up artists for publishers, advertis-ing agencies and communication industries.

School of the Arts: Digital Filmmaking (EB) A program that prepares individuals to communicate dramatic information, ideas, moods and feelings through the making and production of films and vide-os. This program includes instruction in theory of film, film technology and equipment operation, film production, film directing, cinematographic art, film audio, techniques for making specific types of films and/or videos, media technologies, computer image making, multi-media production and the planning and management of film/video operations.

School of the Arts: Multimedia Art and Design (EB) This course emphasizes traditional drawing, painting, layout, digital photography, multimedia computer skills, graphic design, illustration, art history, photog-raphy manipulation, printing knowledge, and multiple creative production process. Each student will have the opportunity to use tools and equipment in the multimedia art and design field and learn how to per-form the operation of the multimedia art and design trade, including: the critique and reevaluation pro-cess, drawing, painting, art history, multimedia game design, mobile technologies, and animation. Instruc-tion includes planning, setting, proofing, reading, mathematics, marking, and correcting documents and imagery.

School of the Arts: Music Performance and Technology (EB) The Music Performance and Technology pro-gram will prepare students for musical performance and application of technical knowledge and skills to the composition, recording, in live and studio perfor-mance and scoring for film and multimedia. Includes instruction in music theory, appreciation and music history, composition, acoustics, audio and recording technology, computer composition, electronic music synthesis, technology-based performance, music business, careers and entertainment law.

School of the Arts: Theatre (EB) The School of Performing Arts educates and prepares students who have demonstrated a strong interest in the fields of Dance and Theatre. Students are im-mersed in an innovative arts infused curriculum that is challenging and incorporates performance-based learning. The theatre curriculum includes acting tech-niques, principals of production and design, theatre history, improvisation, directing, playwriting and criticism. This program provides professional training and preparation for advanced post-secondary studies.

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EB-SCD = East Brunswick School of Career Development W = Woodbridge

PI-SCD = Piscataway School of Career Development

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Additional High School Career Majors School of Career Development

Special Needs Department Middlesex County Vocational & Technical High Schools are proud of the accomplishments achieved in providing career and technical training programs for students with special educational needs. Our schools offer specialized career and technical training for Special Education students at three of our five Vo-Tech campuses. Full time CTE/academic programs are taught entirely on the career and technical cam-pus; shared time (1/2 day) programs are taught at the career and technical campus and home high school. Our goals are for Special Education students to re-ceive New Jersey High School Diplomas, and to pre-pare for the world of work. We are pleased that 90% of our Special Education students find employment in the fields for which they are trained.

Agriculture and Ornamental Horticulture (PI) Today there is an increasing interest in the use of flowers, landscape plants and lawn services and there is a demand for trained floral and landscape design-ers, propagators, and landscaping/grounds keeping workers. Instruction in this program includes plant germination, seed cultivation, soil content, floral de-sign, landscaping, and greenhouse operations and equipment operation. Students participate in FFA, which encourages leadership, citizenship, and entre-preneurship. Graduates are employed as landscape contractors, floral designers, groundskeepers, and nursery production workers or pursue advanced train-ing.

Auto Repair (PI) Automotive Repair specialists build, maintain and repair the mechanical, electrical, and body parts of cars, trucks and buses. They may also service tractors and other gasoline and diesel powered equipment. Instruction includes automotive diagnostics, and ma-jor automotive repairs. Students learn to use motors, engine analyzers, measuring instruments, repair man-uals, and computer scan tools. Graduates find em-ployment opportunities as service technicians, shop supervisors, dealer preparation technicians, tire re-pairers, auto maintenance technicians or may pursue advanced training.

Automotive Services (EB) This program stresses the basic jobs, operations and skills needed in the servicing, diagnosis and repair of automobiles. Students will gain a thorough knowledge of tools, materials, and equipment used by auto mechanics. They will learn to use meters, diag-nostic equipment, and measuring instruments; learn to interpret sketches, schematics and diagrams; and use service manuals and other shop materials. Gradu-ates of the program are employed as dealer prepara-tion mechanics, brake specialists, tune-up mechanics, service mechanics and parts distributors.

Basic Business Technology (EB/PI) Clerical workers make up the largest single occupa-tional group in the United States. The Basic Business Technology program prepares students for entry level employment. Instruction includes keyboarding, office procedures, word processing, duplicating, and opera-tion of basic office machines. Graduates may pursue advanced training or find jobs as clerk typists, dupli-cating clerks, file clerks, receptionists, mail clerks, and general office workers.

Building Maintenance (PI) Maintenance technicians repair and maintain physical structures of commercial and industrial facilities. Instruction in this program includes basic plumbing, carpentry, electricity, masonry and small engine re-pair. Students also learn painting, rug cleaning, and installation of floor tiles and carpeting. Graduates work as carpenter's helpers, building maintenance technicians, sanitation technicians or custodians.

Building Services/Maintenance (EB) Students prepare for careers in the building services industry through the study of commercial cleaning, maintenance and grounds keeping operations. Stu-dents learn to use power and hand tools, apply mate-rials used in cleaning procedures, painting, spray buffing, machine polishing, and basic carpentry, elec-tricity, plumbing, small engine repair and landscaping skills. Graduates enter the labor force as sanitation technicians, custodians, landscapers, groundskeepers, carpenter's helpers, plumber's helpers or maintenance technicians.

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Carpentry (EB/PI) Students who enroll in the Carpentry program learn the basics of home construction, planning, design, safety, and cost estimates. Hands-on train-ing in construction projects ranges from frame-work to detailed millwork. Graduates are qualified to enter jobs as home construction carpenters, fur-niture designers or may choose to pursue advanced training.

Culinary Arts: (EB/PI) This course develops skills in the culinary arts and prepares students for the many occupations availa-ble in the restaurant industry. Instruction empha-sizes understanding essential cooking techniques, which can then be adapted to create innovative new food items. Instruction also includes food sanitation, nutrition and use of equipment. In a simulated restaurant, students prepare and execute a daily lunch menu and learn front and back opera-tions in a restaurant. Employment opportunities range from sous chef, working chef, pantry work-er, garde manger, pastry assistant, kitchen sanita-tion worker. Post secondary opportunities are available in various culinary schools and colleges.

Dry Cleaning (EB) In a simulated storefront dry cleaning laboratory, students work on customers' garments and study under real working conditions. The student is in-structed in fabrics, dyes, chemicals, solvents, the dry cleaning process, spotting, operating finishing equipment, and dry cleaning procedures. Students learn the operation of cleaning machines, counter procedures, quality control, and management skills and inventory control. Graduates work as dry cleaners, laundry workers, pressers, front counter clerks, sales clerks, inspectors, assemblers, or pur-sue advanced training.

Health Services (EB) A program that prepares individuals, under the super-vision of physicians, to provide medical office ad-ministrative services and perform clinical duties in-cluding patient intake and care, routine diagnostic and recording procedures, pre-examination and ex-amination assistance, and the administration of medi-cations and first aid. Includes instruction in basic anatomy and physiology; medical terminology; medi-cal law and ethics; patient psychology and communi-cations; medical office procedures; and clinical diag-nostic, examination, testing, and treatment proce-dures.

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (EB) This course provides instruction in the three major areas of environmental controls: Heating furnace or hot air heating; Ventilation duct work, sheet metal, and fans; and air conditioning condensing units, coils and refrigerant. Study includes heat transfer, airflow, electrical wiring, conduit and furnace installation, sheet metal sizing, fabrication, and installation of air handlers and condensing units. Graduates enter domestic, commercial or industrial employment as technicians, installers, sales engineers, testers, or pursue advanced train-ing.

Supermarket Careers (PI) The supermarket career program is designed to enable students to gain skills, which lead to em-ployment in supermarkets or retail stores. The course provides instruction in safety, communica-tions, store front operations, cashier, produce, gro-cery, dairy, frozen foods and human relations. Em-ployment opportunities for graduates include mate-rial handlers, stock/inventory clerks, shipping, receiving, damage clerks, maintenance, checkers, cashiers, managers or entrepreneurs.

Career Choices (Woodbridge) Food and Health Technology Construction Technology Digital Media Technology

Employment Orientation (ACA/W)-This program is designed as an 18-week, half-day, shared-time, career diagnostic program open to special Educa-tion students in the eighth grade. Students explore three major career clusters: Food and Health Tech-nology, Construction Technology, and Digital Me-dia Technology. The goals of the program are to train and to enable each student to develop ac-ceptable work habits and attitudes, explore trade areas, determine their career interests and abilities, and to develop a 10-year career plan


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SAMPLE CUSTOMIZED TRAINING COURSES/PROGRAMS

Air Conditioning and Heating, Auto Mechanics, Cabinetmaking, Carpentry, Culinary Arts, Dietetic Assistant. Instrumentation,

Machine Trades, Maintenance Mechanic, Millwrighting, Mold Making, Office Occupations, Packaging Mechanics, Refrigeration,

ServSafe® Sanitation , Tool and Die Maker, Pipefitter and Welding

Additional Customized Training is available. Please call the Adult Education Office for more information. 732-257-3300 x 1924

REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP IN NEW JERSEY ON YOUR WAY TO A SKILLED AND PROFICIENT WORKFORCE

EARN...LEARN...SUCCEED

WHAT IS APPRENTICESHIP? A systematic approach of on‑the‑job learning and related technical courses for a specific occupation. WHAT IS ON-THE-JOB LEARNING? Learning skills operations under the close supervision of a trained mentor while employed full-time. WHAT IS RELATED CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION? Covers technical courses needed for a specific trade. HOW LONG IS THE TRAINING PERIOD?

Depending on the occupation it varies from 1 to 5 year Apprenticeships

144+ hours/yr. technical instruction

STEPS TO

SUCCESS!

Apprenticeship Training Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools

www.mcvts.net

APPRENTICES Call your County Apprenticeship Coordinator. Register for Related Classroom Instruction.

Middlesex County Adult Technical Schools provides on-campus, off-campus, and on-site training for firms and organizations, which require customized or specialized training or testing for employees or members. A class, course program, or workshop can be developed to ad-dress client needs. Performance and written testing is also available. Safety and skill training is not limited to

courses listed in this catalog. Call 732-257-3300 x 1924

At Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools, apprentices attend Related Technical In-struction classes two to three evenings per week from September through June. Sponsors ensure that the apprentice’s work schedule does not interfere with class sessions, which usually run from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

APPRENTICES MANDATORY MEETING FIRST DAY OF CLASS

Assignment Letter Issued for Related Technical

Courses in Electrical and Plumbing Trades

Apprentices register for courses only as directed in the Assignment Letter Issued by the Apprenticeship Training Coordinator

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING AND TESTING FOR FIRMS

AND ORGANIZATIONS

EMPLOYERS Call your County Apprenticeship Coordinator for more information! 732-257-3300 Ext. 1924

Establish a model program for your employees to obtain a nationally recognized credential.

Apprenticeship is a tremendous opportunity for women and minorities.

Related Classroom Instruction in Electrical Trades, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration & Plumbing are

offered at the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools.

SCHOOL CLOSINGS

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necessary to close Evening Schools due to

inclement weather or other

emergencies, announcements will be made on the broadcast on

local radio and TV stations and

posted on the school website.

WCTC 1450 AM

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News 12 New Jersey

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January 2020 1st Wednesday Schools and Offices Closed 2nd Thursday Schools Reopen 2nd Thursday Apprentice/20-Week/Certificate Programs Classes Resume 7th Tuesday Winter Semester In-Person Registration 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 8th Wednesday Winter Semester In-Person Registration 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 9th Thursday Winter Semester In-Person Registration 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 13th Monday Winter Semester Classes Start 20th Monday Martin Luther King's Birthday Schools and Offices Closed

February 2020 17th Monday President’s Recess – Schools and Offices Closed

March 2020 17th Tuesday Spring Semester In-Person Registration 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 18th Wednesday Spring Semester In-Person Registration 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 19th Thursday Spring Semester In-Person Registration 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 23rd Monday Spring Semester Classes Start

April 2020 2nd Thursday Advisory Dinner - Evening Schools Closed Spring Recess – April 10th - April 17th 10th Friday Schools and Offices Closed 13th Monday Schools and Offices Closed 14th Tuesday Schools Closed: Offices Open 15th Wednesday Schools Closed: Offices Open 16th Thursday Schools Closed: Offices Open 17th Friday Schools Closed: Offices Open 20th Monday Schools Reopen

May 2020 6th Wednesday Open House - Evening Schools Closed 19th Tuesday Apprentice Graduation - Evening Schools Closed 25th Monday Memorial Day-Schools and Offices Closed

July 2019 4th Thursday Independence Day (Observed) Schools and Offices Closed

September 2019 2nd Monday Labor Day-Schools and Offices Closed 5th Thursday EB/PI Evening School Faculty Meeting 7:00 p.m. 10th Tuesday Fall Semester In-Person Registration 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 11th Wednesday Fall Semester In-Person Registration 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 12th Thursday Fall Semester In-Person Registration 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 11th Wednesday Adult Certificate Programs Start (Fall Programs) 11th Wednesday Apprentice Training Programs Starts 11th Wednesday Apprenticeship Orientation – Electrical – East Brunswick 12th Thursday Apprenticeship Orientation – Plumbing – Piscataway 16th Monday Fall Semester Classes Start 30th Monday Fall Recess - Schools and Offices Closed

October 2019 1st Tuesday Fall Recess – Schools and Offices Closed 9th Wednesday Fall Recess – Schools and Offices Closed

November 2019 4th Monday Columbus Day (Observed) – Schools and Offices Closed 5th Tuesday Election Day – Schools and Offices Closed 6th Wednesday Veterans’ Day (Observed) – Schools and Offices Closed 7th Thursday NJEA Convention – Schools and Offices Closed 8th Friday NJEA Convention – Schools and Offices Closed Thanksgiving Recess – November 27th (1:30 p.m.) – 29th 27st Wednesday Schools Close at 1:30 p.m. – Evening Schools Closed 28th Thursday Thanksgiving Day – Schools and Offices Closed 29th Friday Schools and Offices Closed

December 2019 Winter Recess - December 23rd – January 1st 23rd Monday Schools Closed; Offices Open 24th Tuesday Schools and Offices Closed 25th Wednesday Schools and Offices Closed 26th Thursday Schools and Offices Closed 27th Friday Schools Closed; Offices Open 30th Monday Schools Closed; Offices Open 31st Tuesday Schools and Offices Closed

MIDDLESEX COUNTY VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL ADULT EVENING SCHOOLS 112 Rues Lane, Eas t Brunswick , NJ 08816

Nonprofit Organization U.S. Postage

PAID East Brunswick, N.J.

Permit 16121

MCVTS at East Brunswick

MCVTS at Piscataway

TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES

Turn your skills and knowledge into a rewarding part-time position. The Adult Evening School and Apprenticeship programs are looking for highly

motivated instructors.

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and resume to:

Director of Adult Education Middlesex County

Vocational and Technical Schools 112 Rues Lane

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Applications are accepted on an on-going basis due to anticipated vacancies, new

programs and new course offerings.

Documents

Fall 2019 Course Catalog · CERTIFICATES: A Certificate of Completion for each course or program is issued to successful completers by Middlesex County Adult Technical Schools, subject