Madison County Campus Classes
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Blacksmithing, Industrial
This course provides demonstration and hands-on instruction of basic blacksmithing processes used in large and small businesses. Fire maintenance, hammering and shaping techniques, steel chemistry, tool making and safety will be emphasized. This class is perfect for those who want a formal introduction to this ancient craft. Students should bring safety glasses to the first session and wear hard-toe shoes. Cost includes a supply fee of $35 and an insurance fee of $1.25. (104 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $211.25- Mon/Wed, Sep 14 - Dec 14, 6:00PM - 10:00PM
- 115 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: WLD-3117-224
Cake Decorating
Experience how fun and easy cake decorating can be. You will amaze your family and friends with the cakes you will learn to make for birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. You will learn pressure control of decorating utensils, the art of forming decorative flowers and borders, and writing on a cake. Supplies will cost approximately $30. (15 hours) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $55.00- Wed, Sep 16 - Oct 21, 6:00PM - 8:30PM
- 113 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: CSP-4321-989
Computer Basics for the Workplace
Students learn basic computer skills at a relaxed pace as well as employability skills for the workplace. Topics will include basic keyboarding and increasing the student's comfort level with the computer. No prior computer experience is necessary. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: Free- Wed, Jul 29 - Sep 16, 5:30PM - 8:30PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: HRD-7612-496
- Tue/Thu, Sep 15 - Oct 08, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7612-578
- Wed, Sep 30 - Nov 18, 5:30PM - 8:30PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7612-580
- Tue/Thu, Oct 20 - Nov 12, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7612-579
Computer Empowerment for the Workplace
Students will increase their computer knowledge through the creation of career related documents and forms. Successful completion of Computer Basics for the Workplace is required. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: Free- Tue/Thu, Jul 28 - Aug 20, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: HRD-7613-506
- Tue/Thu, Nov 17 - Dec 15, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7613-581
Computer Skills for the Workplace Using Microsoft Office 2007
Learn Microsoft Office including Word (word processing), Excel (spreadsheets), PowerPoint (presentations) and Access (database). Students will need computer skills such as: file management, computer navigation, and be able to open programs. The textbook, Microsoft Office 2007 Illustrated Brief, can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Gary Phillips, Instructor. (36 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $120.00- Mon, Sep 28 - Dec 14, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: OSC-7416-451
Computer for the Beginner XP
Learn the common terms used for hardware, software and the Windows XP operating system and become comfortable using a computer in a slow-paced classroom environment. Students will need very basic computer skills equal to those gained in Basic Computer Introduction. The textbook, Welcome to Microsoft Windows , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Gary Phillips, Instructor. (30 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $120.00- Thu, Aug 20 - Oct 22, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: CAS-7403-601
- Thu, Aug 20 - Oct 22, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: CAS-7403-602 Class has been canceled - Updated Aug 18, 2009
Digital Imaging and the PC
Learn how to download, save and retrieve files, how to use a scanner, and how to send and receive images using the internet. Photoshop Elements and Microsoft Office Picture manager will be used. If you have a camera please bring it. Students need basic computer skills, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. No textbook is required. Attendance at the first class is required. Gary Phillips, Instructor. (18 hrs).
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Thu, Nov 12 - Jan 07, 1:00PM - 4:00PM, No class on Nov. 26
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: PHO-7400-401
EMS: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Initial 
Participants successfully completing this course may take the North Carolina state exam for EMT-Basic certification. Books and pocket facemasks can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore for approximately $150. A separate $3 CPR certification card fee must be paid later in the course. Prerequisite: All students must take the TABE reading exam and score at or above a 10th grade reading level prior to admission into course. (160 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon/Wed/Sat, Aug 03 - Nov 23, 9:00AM - 10:00PM
- 103 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: EMS-3044-269
Education: Effective Teacher Training
This class is required preparation for substitute teachers for all Buncombe and Madison County Schools, and is also an excellent crash course in learning methodologies and classroom management for current or returning teachers. This course will use the curriculum approved by Asheville City and Buncombe County Schools. The textbook, Substitute Teacher Handbook , approximately $23, can be purchased at the Asheville Campus, Enka Site or Madison Site bookstore. Attendance at all classes is required. (30 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $120.00- Thu/Fri, Nov 05 - Nov 13, 8:00AM - 3:00PM
- 112 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: EDU-3002-260 Class will meet Thu/Fri, Nov 05, 06, 12, 13 and Mon, Nov 09.
Excel 2007, Introduction
In this class you will learn to organize and analyze data using Microsoft Excel through lectures, hands-on exercises and examples. At a minimum, students will need basic computer skills equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. The textbook, Microsoft Excel 2007-Illustrated-Brief , can be purchased at the Asheville Campus or Enka Site bookstore. Gary Phillips, Instructor. (24 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Thu/Mon, Oct 29 - Dec 21, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: CAS-7462-603
Free Water!
This hands-on class will teach a variety of ways to save and preserve your valuable flower gardens, vegetable gardens and landscaping by using free water. These low-tech solutions to drought offer simple but effective conservation measures including infiltration basins, berms, swales and check dams as well as learn how to make simple tools that are helpful to use. Bring shovels and rakes and plan to wear comfortable clothing. Cost includes an insurance fee of $1.25. (12 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $46.25- Sat, Sep 26 - Oct 03, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 116 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: SEF-7501-381
Internet Marketing for Green Businesses - Essentials
This class will demystify the essentials of internet marketing for green businesses and non-profits with practical, plain English materials and demonstrations. Learn about Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Pay-Per-Click advertising (PPC), Blogging, and Social Media Marketing. The class will focus on tasks you can do yourself, and will clarify situations for which you might need professional assistance. (3 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $25.00- Mon, Oct 19, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: SEF-7506-378
Internet Marketing for Green Businesses - Advanced
This hands-on computer lab class will cover Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Pay-Per-Click advertising (PPC), Blogging, and Social Media Marketing in depth, with exercises and practice on a real site. The class is designed for businesses who want to manage their sites and online marketing in-house to the greatest extent possible. (3 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $25.00- Mon, Oct 19, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: SEF-7507-379
Notary Public Education
This course covers the qualifications, procedures, and certification for becoming a notary. Frequently notarized forms such as car titles are reviewed. Upon completion of this course with a passing exam grade of 80%, a person is eligible to make application with the NC Secretary of State office. Students are encouraged to read through the textbook prior to attending the course. The textbook, Notary Public Guidebook for NC , approximately $21, can be purchased at the Asheville Campus, Enka Site or Madison Site bookstore, which are closed on weekends. Students must present a current photo ID to be admitted to class. (6 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Sat, Oct 24, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- 116 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: MLS-3874-279
Nurse Aide Level I
This course provides basic training in the entry-level caregiving skills needed to work as a Nursing Assistant in various healthcare settings such as nursing homes, hospitals, or private homes. Cost includes an insurance fee of $1.30. Additional information needed for registration is available on our web site at www.A-B Tech.edu/ce, choose the Nursing Assistant option. Madison NA-I classes may register only at Madison Site. The textbook, Thomson's North Carolina Nurse Aide I , approximately $57, can be purchased at the Asheville, Enka, or Madison Site bookstore. Students cannot register online for NA-I courses. (146 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $176.25- Wed/Thu/Tue/Fri, Sep 01 - Oct 13, 8:30AM - 3:00PM
- 113 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: NUR-3240-238
- Tue/Thu, Sep 03 - Dec 17, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 113 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: NUR-3240-237
- Wed/Thu/Tue/Fri, Oct 20 - Dec 04, 8:30AM - 3:00PM
- 113 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: NUR-3240-240
- Tue/Thu/Fri/Wed, Dec 08 - Jan 29, 8:30AM - 3:00PM
- 113 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: NUR-3240-242
Oil Painting, Wet-On-Wet Technique
Tap into your creative instincts and express yourself in exciting ways through the wet-on-wet technique of oil painting. You will create beautiful landscapes and still life's. Supplies: $45-$75. Colleen Rigsby, Instructor. (24 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $55.00- Mon, Sep 21 - Nov 09, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 113 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: CSP-4023-990 Class has been canceled - Updated Sept 18, 2009
- Wed, Sep 16 - Nov 04, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- 112 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: CSP-4023-991
Pathways to Employment
This class is designed to jumpstart your job search. Students will learn the most effective methods of finding a job. Class projects include creating a resume that best highlights your skills, a master application, covers letters, and thank you notes. Topics for discussion include the importance of first impressions, verbal and non-verbal, and how to answer the most common interview questions. (12 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: Free- Mon/Wed, Aug 03 - Aug 12, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 101 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7632-523
- Mon/Wed, Sep 14 - Sep 23, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 101 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7632-592
- Mon/Wed, Oct 12 - Oct 21, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 101 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7632-593
- Mon/Wed, Nov 09 - Nov 18, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 101 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7632-594
- Mon/Wed, Dec 07 - Dec 16, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
- 101 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: HRD-7632-595
Quickbooks Pro 2007, Intro.
Learn the features of the popular bookkeeping software by setting up a business using the Easy Step Interview, then learn to manage the chart of accounts, manipulate customer, vendor and employee data, create invoices and receive payments. You will discover basic payroll functions and basic report generation. This class will be taught using QuickBooks 2007 software. Information will be applicable to software versions 2000 and later. Students will need basic computer skills, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. The textbook, Get Smart with QuickBooks 2007, can be purchased at the Asheville Campus bookstore or the Enka or Madison Site bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required. Tina Thorpe, Instructor. (21 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $65.00- Mon, Sep 14 - Oct 26, 5:30PM - 8:30PM
- 118 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: CAS-7470-604
Solar Electric Systems
As our society shifts towards clean and renewable energy sources, harnessing the sun's energy to produce electricity is increasingly promising. In addition to developments in photovoltaic technology, this course will explore system design and applications, the benefits of off-grid and grid-tied systems, net-metering and buy all/sell all agreements. (3 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $20.00- Thu, Oct 29, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 103 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: SEF-7390-369
Solar Hot Water and Space Heating Systems
Interested in going solar, but not sure where to start? Solar thermal systems offer the most cost-effective applications of active renewable energy technologies and are an increasingly important part of our clean energy future. This course will deliver an overview of system designs for providing hot water, as well as space heat, either through radiant floor and other hydronic heating systems or forced-air systems. (3 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $20.00- Thu, Nov 05, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
- 103 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: SEF-7389-370
Watercolor, Beginning
Come explore watercolors and the ways to begin painting flowers, trees and landscapes. You will see how beautiful and simple watercolors can be, and have fun creating! We will focus on line, shape, texture, mixing and understanding of color relationships. Marion Hurm, Instructor. (24 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $55.00- Thu, Oct 01 - Nov 19, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
- 112 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: CSP-4065-993 Class has been canceled - Updated Sept 30, 2009
Watercolor Plus
Independent painting, on-going critique, plus exploring gouache (opaque watercolor): techniques and possibilities. Marion Hurn, Instructor. (24 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $55.00- Tue, Sep 15 - Nov 03, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
- 112 Ramsey, Madison Site Course #: CSP-4075-994 Class has been canceled - Updated Sept 21, 2009