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APPRENTICE ELECTRICITY

Proof of employment required prior to acceptance by Apprentice Coordinator

Electricity I
Electricity I focuses on residential wiring. It is the first of a four-year apprentice program in preparation for the state license examination. The course follows the IEC curriculum standards and includes hands-on training.
1. Introduction to the electrical trade
2. Safety
3. AC, DC, series, parallel circuits
4. Electrical energy and power sources
5. Electrical conductors, wire sizes and voltage drop
6. Wiring methods and box sizes
7. Service calculations
8. Use and navigation of the National Electrical Code Book
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Lakehurst 7011
$400 156 hours Classes start September 10
Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
TR 7010
$400 156 hours Classes start September 11
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Electricity II
Electricity II focuses on commercial and industrial applications. The course includes some hands on training.
1. AC transformer theory and operations
2. Commercial fixtures and controls
3. Wiring and blueprint reading
4. Layout of commercial and industrial building and C wiring plans
5. 3-phase power: 3 wire and 4 wire systems
6. 3 phase transformers: Y and Delta connected
7. Voltage combinations and their uses
8. Conduit and installation of conduit
9. Types and sizing of conductors
10. Types and uses of electric motors
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Lakehurst 7020
$400 156 hours Classes start September 10
Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Jackson 7021
$400 156 hours Classes start September 1
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Electricity III
Electricity III provides an in-depth study of electrical motors, transformers and motor controls. Includes some hands-on training.
1. Industrial safety procedures
2. 3 phase AC and DC motors
3. Electrical symbols, wires and ladder diagrams
4. Electrical motor controls and starters
5. Reversing motor starter circuits
6. AC reduced voltage starters
7. Time delay and logic control circuits
8. Electromechanical and solid state relays
9. Application and installation of control devices
10. Photo electric and proximity control applications
11. Introduction to programmable logic controllers
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Lakehurst 7030
$400 156 hours Classes start September 10
Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Lakehurst 7031
$400 156 hours Classes start September 11
Apprentice classes are specifically designed for people working in the trade.
Any book inventory that we have may be purchased on a first-come first-served basis.
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Electricity IV
This course is a thorough and intensive study of the National Electrical Code (NEC). The curriculum will emphasize code calculations and code application. Applying the NEC constitutes approximately 80% of the New Jersey
State Electrical Contractors Examination.
1. Mathematics for electricians
2. Motors and transformers
3. Raceway outlet box and junction box calculations
4. Conductor sizing and protection calculations
5. Voltage drop calculations
6. Residential and commercial load calculations
7. Sample Master Electrician exam
8. Fire Alarm Code
9. Contractor business law and basics
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Lakehurst 7041
$400 156 hours Classes start September 10
Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Lakehurst 7040
$400 156 hours Classes start September 11
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Electrical License Exam Prep
This course is designed to review and prepare the student in the three areas of study essential to becoming a licensed electrical contractor in the state of New Jersey. The three areas of concentration are:
1. The 2005 NEC Code Book
2. Contractor Law
3. Fire Code Regulations
Students must provide their own 2005 NEC Code Book for the first night of class.
Prerequisite - completion of a four-year related instruction electrical apprenticeship program or equivalent.
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Mon 6:30-9:30
TR 7050
$350 30 hours Classes start April 14
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APPRENTICE HEATING, VENTILATING, AIR CONDITIONING
& REFRIGERATION (HVAC-R)

HVAC-R I
Proof of employment required prior to acceptance by Apprentice Coordinator
HVAC-R I Upon completion of this course, the student will have a basic knowledge and understanding of servicing HVAC-R equipment.
1. Safety
2.Fundamentals of refrigeration, air conditioning and heating
3. Refrigeration tools and materials
4. Domestic hermetic systems and mechanisms
5. Silver soldering, tube bending and flaring
6. AC and DC series and parallel circuits
7. Electrical energy and power sources
8. Electrical conductors, wire sizes and voltage drops
9. Introduction to computers
10. Basic Sheet Metal
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Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 7111
$400 156 hours Classes start September 11
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HVAC-R II
This course is a continuation of year one with advanced fundamentals, covering residential, commercial and industrial systems.
1. Air conditioning - electrical motors, wiring and problem solving
2. Refrigeration - electrical motors, wiring and problem solving
3. Schematics - electrical controls of head electric, gas, oil and heat pumps, air conditioning and applications
4. Test instruments and computers
5. Troubleshooting
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 7121
$400 156 hours Classes start September 10
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HVAC-R III
Commercial-Industrial HVAC-R This class will look at industrial and commercial applications, work with controls, understand wiring diagrams and advanced troubleshooting.
1. Students will pick up where HVAC II left off.
2. More advanced controls will be introduced.
3. Wiring diagrams and schematics training.
4. Heavy equipment applications will be introduced.
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Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 7130
$400 156 hours Classes start September 11
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HVAC-R IV
Design and Theory - Practical Applications This class will look at and build systems using design skills learned in class.
1. Residential and commercial sizing
2. Refrigeration storage design - low and medium temperature
3. Industrial cooling applications
4. Students will build from designs
5. Field trips will demonstrate design applications
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 7140
$400 156 hours Classes start September 10
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EPA Review & Refrigerant Test (Intersession)
This course will provide a review of Type I, II, III and Universal Refrigerant Licenses in preparation for the test. 12 hour classroom review. 3 hours (final night) for exam.
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Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
TR 7155
$ TBA 15 hours Registration begins March 17
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APPRENTICE MACHINE TRADES


Proof of employment required prior to acceptance by Apprentice Coordinator
This is a four year apprenticeship program. The program is located at Navy Lakehurst and is a joint partnership with the Navy and OCVTS. Assigned projects and “hands-on” instruction will be given.

Machine Trades I
The first year of a four-year apprenticeship. Emphasis will be on safety and machine operation.
1. Introduction to machines
2. Machine shop procedures
3. Safety
4. Blueprint reading and drawing
5. Use of hand tools and measuring instruments for machinists
6. Set up for various machines: lathes, milling machines, drill presses and grinding machines
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30 Lakehurst 7550
$490 156 hours Classes start September 10
Tuition fee includes text book
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Machine Trades II
This course is a continuation of Machine Trades I. Emphasis on toning and mastering the skills of a machinist.
1. Safety
2. Machine shop procedures
3. Related math
4. Single point threading
5. Tapping
6. Bolt circles
7. Speed and feed calculations
8. Set up and use of various machines: lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinding machines and jigbore machines.
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30 Lakehurst 7551
$450 156 hours Classes start September 10
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Machine Trades III
This course is a continuation of Machine Trades I & II. Emphasis is placed on CNC machines.
1. Safety
2. Machine procedures
3. Introduction to CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines: controllable machine components, positioning, machine codes and programming
4. Geometric dimensioning and tolerance (drawing)
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Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Lakehurst 7552
$450 156 hours Classes start September 11
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Machine Trades IV
The final year of the four-year apprenticeship program. A time to fine-tune all acquired skills and learn additional related skills.
1. Safety
2. CNC Machining
3. Overview of metallurgy
4. Introduction to CAD (Computer Aided Drafting)
5. Overview of quality assurance
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Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Lakehurst 7553
$450 156 hours Classes start September 11
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APPRENTICE PLUMBING

Proof of employment required prior to acceptance by Apprentice Coordinator
During this four year apprentice program, you will prepare for the Master Plumber Exam.


Plumbing I
The first of a four year apprentice program for those working in the plumbing field. The course follows the curriculum standards for the plumbing industry and includes some “hands-on” training.
1. History of plumbing and plumbing as a career
2. The plumber apprentice
3. The “22 Basic Principles of Plumbing”
4. Plumbing math
5. Water pipes and gas pipes
6. Water and venting
7. Tools, safety, personal safety, job site safety and OSHA rules
8. Basic layout
9. Plumbing materials: cast iron, abs, pvs, copper and galvanized
10. Basic boiler operations and controls
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 7210
$480 156 hours Classes start September 10
Tuition fee includes Plumbing Code Book
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Plumbing II
This course picks up where Plumbing I left off.
1. Tank installation and operations: drainage, house sewers, traps, water supply, gas piping, sizing
and fitting
2. Blueprint reading
3. Related math
4. Layout and location of different types of vents and water main connections at the house and street.
5. Isometric drawing of layout
6. Plumbing code
7. Beginning hydronics, design and layout of boilers and controls
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Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 7220
$400 156 hours Classes start September 11
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Plumbing III
This class is a continuation of the four-year plumbing program. The curriculum includes a review of the second year curriculum.
1. Installation and practices of appliances and fixtures
2. Gas piping
3. Gas codes
4. Blueprint reading and interpretation
5. Mathematical and related science aspects of the above-mentioned topics
6. Hydronics, 1 zone layout, mono flow system and radiant heating
7. In-depth boiler operations, controls and applications
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Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30 Brick 7230
$400 156 hours Classes start September 11
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Plumbing IV
This is the final year of the four-year program, which includes updating of previous curriculum to current standards. Upon completion of this course, the student will be well versed for a career in plumbing and prepared for the Master Plumbers Exam.
1. Plumbing code
2. Application of code to residential and commercial plumbing
3. Controls and liens
4. Business administration
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30 Brick 7240
$400 156 hours Classes start September 10
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CULINARY ARTS

Adult Culinary Program Full-Time
At Navy Lakehurst Center
The Daytime Adult Culinary Program at Navy Lakehurst offers both beginning and advanced adult
students the opportunity to pursue their career goals in the culinary profession. Courses are
designed and offered in “modules” which will allow both new students and graduates from the
OCVTS day Culinary Program to receive training at the same time. This “modular” system will also
allow for post-secondary applicants to become enrolled at different times during the year rather
than only in September.

FIRST SEMESTER
Basic Food Preparation
Food Service System-
Menu & Design
SECOND SEMESTER
Food Service
Sanitation & Safety
Food Service System-
Procurement & Production
THIRD SEMESTER
Dining Room Operation-
Front House & Business
Basic Food Preparation
Kitchen Block I
FOURTH SEMESTER
Food Service System-
Procurement & Production
Dining Room Operations-
Front House & Business
Kitchen Block I

COURSE OFFERINGS
Basic Food Preparation I
Food Service Systems
Food Service Systems -
Procurement & Production
Applied Restaurant and Dining
Room Operations
Front House & Business
Food Service Systems - Sanitation
& Safety
Menu and Design
Kitchen Block I & II

MODULAR CLASS SCHEDULING
• 4 different course modules
• 1 year - 900 hour full-time day schedule
• $2700 total for tuition and
books to complete all
modules (plus uniforms)
• 4 available starting dates
(September, November,
January, April)
 

Students will receive real world experience in restaurant operation and culinary
production techniques by hosting various banquets and luncheons throughout the
year.In addition, coursework transfers to certain programs at area culinary colleges.
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Introduction to Culinary Arts
This course is an introduction to culinary terms, a study of the evolution of modern cuisine and kitchens. Basic knife skills and vegetable cuts will be covered along with stock making and basic sauces.
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Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 6190
$200 36 hours Classes start January 29
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Advanced Culinary Techniques
This course will build on the basics taught in the Intro to Culinary Arts class. Topics to be covered will include: dry rubs and marinades, smoking fish and meats, sausage making, mousses and pate and how to make soufflés. This course is for the serious cook who is looking to broaden his repertoire.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Culinary Arts
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Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 6191 $200 36 hours Classes start March 11
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Basic Baking
This course is designed to compliment the Introduction to Culinary Arts program. It will introduce the student to basic baking theory and practice, including breads, yeast, doughs, muffins, pies, cakes, puff dough, puddings and sauces.
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Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 6140
$200 36 hours Classes start January 31
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Pastry, Artisan Bread Baking and Bread Sculpture
This course is designed as an introduction to tortes, individual pastries, specialty cakes, fancy cookies and dessert sauces. Instruction also includes the making of handcrafted artisan breads and the use of pre-ferments. Decorative bread sculptures will also be demonstrated.
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Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 6221
$200 36 hours Classes start January 30
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Cakes- Finishing and Decorating
Join in the fun and learn how to create cakes like the professionals. Lessons will include skilled instruction on how to make a variety of icings, as well as setting up and finishing cakes correctly with borders, flowers, roses and figure piping. Balance of colors and holiday themes will be expertly demonstrated.
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Mon 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 6145
$200 36 hours Classes start January 28
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Advanced International Pastry
This course concentrates on a variety of pastry production methods using the newest techniques, the highest quality chocolates and ingredients. The students will learn how to produce complex tortes, pastry and restaurant- style desserts using modern European techniques. High quality chocolates, transfer sheets, molds, chocolate spraying techniques, modeling chocolate and gum paste flowers will also be covered.
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Tues 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 6150
$200 36 hours Classes start January 29
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ALLIED HEALTH

Medical Secretary/Receptionist
This program is designed to train students effectively to handle front desk responsibilities in a medical office.
Knowledge of a computer is a prerequisite.
1. Communication skills
2. Professionalism/Patient Confidentiality
3. Medical Law & Ethics
4. Medical terminology
5. Telephone skills
6. Appointment scheduling and cancellation
7. Preparation and filing charts
8. Insurance referrals (Cpt & Icd-9 codes)
9. Resume prep/presenting yourself for employment
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
TR 3400
$250 66 hours Classes start February 11
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Dental Assisting
This full-year course provides all the fundamentals needed to enter the dental assisting field. It is designed for students who have little or no dental background. Successful completion of this course includes passing the final exam and attending the required hours of classroom instruction which includes:
1. Dental terminology
2. Dental anatomy
3. Patient record forms
4. Recording the dental treatment
5. Charting
6. Tooth numbering systems
7. Instrument identification
8. Moisture control
9. Anesthesia & pain control
10. Dental materials
11. Infection control
12. OSHA:Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
13. OSHA:Hazard Communication Standard
14. CPR Certification
15. Chairside assisting
This course, at student expense, provides you with the opportunity to receive a certificate of completion in "Bloodborne Pathogens/Disease Transmission & Prevention" and your "CPR for the Healthcare Provider" certification.
Required dress: laboratory coat, scrubs and safety goggles
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
TR 3100
$400 144 hours Classes start September 10th
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Dental Radiology
Successful completion of this course, which is accredited by the New Jersey Radiological Technology Board of Examiners, qualifies students to take the State of New Jersey Dental X-Ray Examination. Included will be:
1. X-ray procedures related to dentistry
2. Safety precautions
3. Exposures processing
4. Mounting
5. Interpretation
The student must be at least 18 years old, presently working at an approved clinical site, be familiar with dental terminology and have a H.S or G.E.D. diploma which must be presented at the time of registration. Students with diplomas from foreign countries must have them evaluated prior to registration. Students must attend the required 40 hours of class time, followed by a required 30 hours of clinical practice - 70 hours total training.
No mail-in registration accepted for this program.
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Tues 6:30 - 9:30
TR 3301
$210 40 hours Classes start January 29
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CDA Review for Dental Assistants
This course will provide persons with experience as dental assistants the opportunity to review and pass the national exam to become a Certified Dental Assistant. To become certified, a person must be 18 years or older, have a H.S. or G.E.D. diploma, a current C.P.R. certificate, a NJ dental x-ray license, and two or more years of experience as a dental assistant. Note: If you do not hold a NJ dental x-ray license, you must take the 70
hour Dental Radiology course prior to the CDA Review.
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Tues 6:30 - 9:30
TR 3200
$90 18 hours Classes start March 4
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Nurse Aide/Geriatrics
This 90 hour course is accredited by the NJ State Department of Health. Upon successful completion, the student will be eligible to take the two part State Certification Exam. This course is open to anyone who would like to become a nurse aide with no previous experience or to the aide who is already employed and is required to become certified. Two-step Mantoux screening is required by first night of class. Testing can be done by the Ocean County Health Department. 50 hours will be spent in classroom instruction and 40 hours will be spent in clinical practice in a local nursing home. Clinical practice requires more than 3 hours per night, thus the student will be required to report to the nursing home at an earlier time. Students will be expected to perform physical tasks and have hands-on contact with nursing home residents during clinical experiences.
Schedules will be distributed at time of registration. One additional hour will be a state-mandated individual skill testing. The testing fee is additional. The State of New Jersey has passed a law, NJAC 8:34-3.1 and NJSA 30:11-1.1, that requires every CNA student to have a”criminal background investigation” completed before permanent
certification is issued (fee may be required).
Preference given to Ocean County residents - Proof of Residency Required
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Mon/Wed
6:30 - 9:30
TR
3502
$350
90 hours
Classes start January 28

Tues/Thur
6:30 - 9:30
TR
3503
$350
90 hours
Classes start January 29
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OCVTS PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM
Nursing Offers an Exciting and Rewarding Career! Come
Share Our Spirit of Caring and Compassion!
OCVTS School of Practical Nursing
1299 Old Freehold Road, Toms River, NJ 08753
Enrollment in the Practical Nursing program is high
and there is limited seating.
Admission to the program is competitive and will be based on
an entrance exam.

Full time day classes only.  No evening or part-time classes are available.
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Ocean County Residents Only
CALL 732.473.3100 EXT 3145
Financial Aid Available, if qualified
FOR ADMISSION INFORMATION
EMAIL US AT LPN@MAIL.OCVTS.ORG


EDUCATIONAL FITNESS PROGRAM
AT THE OCVTS TOMS RIVER CENTER

1299 OLD FREEHOLD ROAD, TOMS RIVER
$85 FOR A 3 MONTH MEMBERSHIP

Ocean County Vocational Technical School offers the residents of Ocean County a complete center for health and fitness. The center offers a variety of amenities to help you achieve success in your personal health and fitness objectives. Our professional fitness trainers will develop a customized fitness program based on your individual health and fitness objectives.

PROGRAM OFFERS
Personalized fitness programs
and training sessions
Classroom facilities
Spacious exercise room
Pre-Cor Cross Trainer
Aerobicycles
Treadmills
Stair Climbers

FITNESS CENTER HOURS
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY 6:00am - 8:00am
WEEKDAYS 2:30pm - 7:00pm
FRIDAY 2:30pm - 6:00pm

FREE EVALUATION INCLUDING
Aerobic Test
Body Composition
‘Weight and measure
Flexibility Test
Health History
Blood Pressure
Goal Setting
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Call for an Appointment
732.473.3100 EXT. 3166
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Health/Fitness Technology
We now have a Health & Fitness facility at our Toms River Center. This course will be of great value for individuals interested in a career as a fitness trainer, anyone interested in increasing their knowledge of fitness, and athletes.
The instruction will include:
1. Basics in human anatomy
2. Exercise physiology
3. Exercise descriptions
4. Strength training
5. Kinesioloy
6. Physiology
7. Sport specific exercises
8. Cardiovascular theory
9. Nutrition
10. Special populations
Hands on activities in our spacious exercise room and state-of-the-art exercise equipment will be included. Students will be required to complete projects in which they will develop flexibility programs as well as conditioning programs for specific sports. Each student will also have the option of gaining “hands-on” practical experience in our fitness center during the hours of operation. This is the first semester of a three semester program.
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
TR 3700
$250 72 hours Classes start January 28
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Nutrition for Fitness I
Over 90% of personal wellness is nutrition. This 8-week course will provide students with the opportunity to understand the basics of nutrition and the influence it has in today’s fitness world. Some of the topics to be explored are:
1. Basic nutrition
2. Reading of food labels
3. Nutritional needs for the athlete
4. Sports supplements - use and abuse
5. Diet fads (good vs. bad)
6. Writing of sample nutrition programs
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Tues 6:30 - 9:30
TR 3720
$140 27 hours Classes start January 29
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Nutrition for Fitness II
This course will cover all aspects of personal nutrition. Emphasis will be placed on nutrition for different ill-nesses, as well as continuing information on diets and meal plans. Updated information on supplements willbe shared and the role food plays in children’s lives will also be covered.1. Review of nutrients and role in each diet2. Exercise and its role in calorie burning3. Eating for illness prevention4. Update on supplements in the market and the body5. Kids and food6. Athletes and food - who needs what and why7. Shaking up that sticking point during weight loss8. Food plans, meal strategy and testing
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Thurs
6:30 - 9:30
TR
3725
$140
24 hours
Classes start January 31
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AUTOMOTIVE

Auto Restoration
This course is for the antique auto enthusiast who wants to do body work to that vintage
automobile. It covers all aspects of auto body repair and maintenance.
Prerequisite: Auto Body I
All expendable supplies, reducers and paints are to be supplied by the student.
All students must provide own safety gear
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Tues 6:30 - 9:30
Jackson 1001
$175 36 hours Classes start January 29
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Auto Body Repair I
This one semester, one night per week course consists largely of classroom instruction, although demonstrations and work will be performed in the shop. All expendable supplies, reducers and paints are to be supplied by the student.
All students must provide own safety gear
1. Basic metal working
2. Use of oxyacetylene torch
3. MIG welding
4. Shrinking sheet metal
5. How to use a body filler
6. Butting and detailing
7. Masking
8. Sanding
9. Rust repair
10. Spray guns
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Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Jackson 1110
$175 36 hours Classes start January 30
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Auto Body Repair II
This class is oriented toward supervised shop work and includes advanced skills in painting and refinishing. Class size is limited. This class is a one semester, one night per week course. It is geared to enhance skills:
All expendable supplies, reducers and paints are to be supplied by the student.
All students must provide own safety gear
1. Painting
2. Making pulls
3. MIG welding
4. Paint problems and cures
5. Panel replacement
6. Rust repairs
7. Metal forming
8. Fiberglass
9. Flexible panels and bumpers
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Mon 6:30 - 9:30
Jackson 1200
$175 36 hours Classes start January 28
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Auto Mechanics - Basic
This class meets one night per week and is designed for the beginning student with limited manual skills or knowledge of automotive theory.
1. Proper and safe use of tools
2. Lubrication procedures
3. Basic vehicle maintenance troubleshooting
a. Transmissions
b. Brakes
c. Suspension systems
This course will help prepare you for the A-6 and A-8 ASE auto tests.
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Tues 6:30 - 9:30
Jackson 1430
$175 36 hours Classes start January 29
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Auto Mechanics - Intermediate
This class meets one night per week and is designed for students who have successfully completed basic automotive and/or those who may have mechanical knowledge and/or service experience. This course includes:
1. Brakes and steering
2. Suspension
3. Engine performance
4. Wheel alignment
5. Troubleshooting, etc.
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Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Jackson 1435
$175 36 hours Classes start January 30
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Auto Steering & Suspension
This class will cover A-4 steering and suspension diagnosis and repair, independent front and rear suspension, light truck applications, wheel alignment diagnosis and repair, wheel and tire theory and diagnosis and suspension lift modification. Students must have completed at least basic automotive fundamentals. This course will help prepare students for A.S.E. certification.
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Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Jackson 1440
$175 36 hours Classes start January 3
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Motorcycle Maintenance
This is a basic course in theory, service and repair for motorcycle owners.
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Tue 6:30 - 9:30
Jackson 1604
$175 36 hours Classes start January 29
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Automotive Performance
This course will offer a wealth of information to any automotive enthusiast. Cars, trucks, vintage rebuilds and custom cars will be discussed. If you are just thinkingof starting a project or have a project in progress, this course will guide you throughthe basics of what is available, how to choose what you need to accomplish it and what you can expect fromyour efforts. We will discuss performance options, the safety aspect of all modifications, engine and chassismodifications and the tools and equipment required. We will also cover the jobs you should try to accomplishand what you should allow a professional shop do for you to save cost and improve reliability. No books or pre-requisites are required-just attentive students with an interest in automotive and performance knowledge.Informational course only, no hands-on.
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Mon
6:30 - 9:30
Jackson
1450
$175
36 hours
Classes start January 28
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COMPUTERS

Basic Computer
This course is for the individual who has little or no computer experience. It will provide instruction on the basic functions of PC’s, as well as selected Microsoft products. Topics covered will include:
1. Terminology
2. Buying a computer
3. Windows
4. File management
5. Word processing (MS Word)
6. Spread sheets (MS Excel)
7. Databases (MS Access)
8. The Internet
General overview of these areas will be discussed. For more detailed instruction, students should take individual
courses offered after completion of this basic course.
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Tues 6:30 - 9:30
TR 4202
$200 36 hours Classes start January 29
Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 4208
$200 36 hours Classes start January 31
Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
TR 4204
$200 36 hours Classes start January 31
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Microsoft Windows
This course is for those with some basic computer experience who would like to learn more about Windows.
The course will discuss:
1. Windows terminology and concepts
2. Navigating the desktop
3. Online help
4. Using the start button
5. Using the taskbar
6. Easy ways to work with files, folders and objects
7. Hardware and software properties
8. Techniques for managing, retrieving and creating files and folders through Explorer.
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Mon 6:30 - 9:30
TR 4115
$200 36 hours Classes start January 28
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Microsoft Office XP
This course is for those with prior knowledge of MS Windows and will introduce new and experienced users to the easy-to-use applications associated with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Power Point.
Prerequisite: Basic keyboarding and mouse skills.
1. Windows overview, file command and disk management.
2. Microsoft Word: a powerful word processing program that utilizes the graphical nature of windows to combine power with ease of use.
3. Excel 5.0: a graphical electronic spreadsheet application is used for analyzing and charting data and creating effective presentations of the analysis.
4. Power Point: a program for preparing presentations which enables you to create slides for presentations.
5. You will also have the opportunity to explore the integrated features from each of the applications.
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Wed 6:30 - 9:30
TR 4150
$200 36 hours Classes start January 30
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Computer Aided Drafting
This course will introduce the students to the computer as a drawing tool. Instruction and practice will include drafting drawings from architecture and mechanical field disciplines. To achieve full awareness and feel of one of the most popular computer drafting technology programs and due to the wide spread of companies using different versions of this program, this course will utilize AutoCAD for Windows versions 2000, 2002, 2004LT and 2000iLT.
Prerequisite: Knowledge of drafting fundamentals
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Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 4002
$200 36 hours Classes start January 30
Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 4001
$200 36 hours Classes start January 31
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MS Excel - Advanced
Microsoft's EXCEL has become the spreadsheet program of choice for most businesses. Many of today's job opportunities require knowledge of Excel and thespreadsheet solutions it offers. This unique 6 week course offers a comprehensive lookat the tools and capabilities of this extensive spreadsheet program. Learn to:1. Create more impressive spreadsheets and charts.2. Use formulas for calculations. 3. Use many of the settings available in the "TOOL, OPTIONS" menu to customize EXCELto your individual needs. 4. Discover the capabilities of linking data from page to page, lookup tables, special formatting, tracking changes and many other features.If you use EXCEL, this course will increase your skills and enhance your capabilities
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Tues
6:30 - 9:30
Brick
4156
$100
18 hours
Classes start March 11
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MS Word - Advanced
Would you like to: create more dynamic documents, learn to use the more advancedtools available in Microsoft WORD and be more creative? Then this course is foryou. This unique 6 week course will cover some of the more advanced aspects ofMicrosoft WORD:1. Using and creating templates for letters, forms, and other types of documents. 2. Using many of the features available within the "TOOLS, OPTIONS" 3. Learn the advanced techniques for using indents, tabs, paragraph formatting, borders and shading, columns, auto correct, tracking changes, merge documents and many more. 4. Document protection5. Using mail merge to create letters, envelopes, and labels using data base information.If you use WORD only to create documents for your own use or use it in your daily profession, this course willenhance your skills and capabilities.
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Tues
6:30 - 9:30
Brick
4155
$100
18 hours
Classes start January 29
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MS PowerPoint - Advanced (Intersession)
Microsoft's PowerPoint is a very powerful slide show presentation program with a number of functional uses in the large and small business world. It offers a number of ways to spread information, teach new ideas and techniques and has amazing advan-tages as a marketing and sales tool. Learning the tools available in this unique program willenable you to create more productive and beneficial presentations. This 6 week course will cover:1. Tools available to create productive presentations using pictures, graphics, charts, music, sound and movies.2. Using tools like animation and custom narration, you can create unique stand alone presentation used in remote sales. 3. Learn to integrate WORD documents, EXCELspreadsheets, charts, graphics and pictures from many formats into your presentation.4. Learn formatting and background information as well as border and shading techniques. Learn the skill required for a truly productive PowerPoint presentation.
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TBA
6:30 - 9:30
TR
4157
$100
18 hours
Registration begins March 17
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GRAPHIC ARTS TECHNOLOGY

Photoshop
This course will introduce students to Adobe Photoshop, including:
1. Basic concepts
2. Scanning photographic prints and transparencies
3. Using tools and features to color-correct and modify scans.
4. Preparing Photoshop files for use with other graphics programs.
5. Preparing web page graphics and more
Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge
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Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 2306
$200 36 hours Class start January 31
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Film and Darkroom Photography
IntroductionStudents will need a 35mm film camera, (preference would be a Single Lens Reflexcamera (SLR). Most concepts can be practiced with a point and shoot camera.Students will learn:1. Photographic composition-looking through the lens, concepts of exposure-shutter speed and lens opening (f/Stop).2. Different film types and their uses in image capture. 3. How to process Black and White (B/W) film and to make B/W prints in the darkroom using an enlarger. 4. How to finish the process to final presentation. We will also concentrate on aspects of critiquing images to see how to improve our craft.
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Tues
6:30 - 9:30
Brick
2320
$250
45 hours Classes start January 29
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CONSTRUCTION TRADES

Basic Carpentry
This one semester, two nights per week course is designed for the novice carpenter. It will cover both the structural and finish aspects of the carpentry trade. Instruction starts with building layout, footings and foundations and progresses through roof and roof framing. Instruction will also include sheathing and insulation, siding and roofing, door and window installation, interior and exterior trim, sheetrock and flooring. Safe and
proper use of tools and equipment in the carpentry trade will be emphasized. Hands-on experience through projects in the shop will be included.
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 5030
$375 72 hours Classes start January 28
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The Handyman Can
This course is for the homeowner who wishes to do basic maintenance repair projects around the house.
Topics may include but are not limited to:
1. Replacing sockets and switches
2. Screen repair
3. Sheetrock repair/taping
4. Replacing doorknobs
5. Ceramic tile
6. Trim work
7. Painting techniques
8. Basic plumbing repairs
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Tues 6:30 - 9:30
Jackson 5040
$175 36 hours Classes start January 29
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Cabinetmaking I
The goal of this hands-on course is to develop basic cabinetmaking skills, use of fine woodworking tools and materials, and various joinery techniques. The course will focus on accuracy of layout, detailed familiarization with hand planes, chisels and sharpening, as well as safe and proper use of power tools and machines. Students will be guided through a series of wood joinery projects. The proper finishing of wood using sealers,
stains and clear finishes will also be included. All expendable supplies, reducers and paints are to be supplied by the student.
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Mon 6:30 - 9:30
Jackson 5070
$175 36 hours Classes start January 28
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Cabinetmaking II
This course covers advanced skills in cabinetmaking and will focus on equipment such as the shaper, mill machine, and dovetail machine. Instruction will include carcase construction, face frames, dovetail drawers and raised panel door construction techniques. Every class will include lecture/demonstration and hands on activities.
Prerequisite: Cabinetmaking I or equivalent
All expendable supplies, reducers and paints are to be supplied by the student.
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Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Jackson 5080
$175 36 hours Classes start January 30
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MARINE TRADES

Marine Engine Repair - Outboard I
This course is for the novice with no experience in outboard repair and will teach you to troubleshoot and repair an outboard motor.
1. Proper and safe use of tools
2. Engine parts and description
3. Engine maintenance and repair
4. Engine troubleshooting
Films, charts, lectures and demonstrations will account for approximately one half of the class. Lab time will make up the remainder of time.
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Mon 6:30 - 9:30
TR 9300
$175 36 hours Classes start January 28
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Marine Engine Repair - Outboard II
This course is designed to develop a fundamental understanding of outboard marine engines.
Prerequisite: Marine Engine Repair - Outboard I
1. Construction and operation
2. Maintenance and repair (all engine makes and models)
3. Testing, calibration and troubleshooting
4. How to test in our special water tanks
5. Marine test equipment
6. Theory and actual service procedure
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Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
TR 9310
$175 36 hours Classes start Classes start January 31
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US Coast Guard Captain’s License Prep
This course will run for two semesters and involve twenty four weeks of instruction. It will prepare the student to take the Coast Guard exam for an OUPV (Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels) license. The student will be required to supply navigation tools and several training charts to be determined. The course includes CPR and First Aid certification and several field trips are planned. Upon completion, students will need to make arrangements for the exam at a Coast Guard Testing facility.
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Tues 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 9351
$300 72 hours Classes start September 11
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GENERAL INTEREST

Black Seal - Low Pressure
This one semester, one night per week course prepares qualified people to take and pass the Black Seal Operators Examination under the rules and regulations of the Mechanical Inspection Bureau. Demonstrations, theory, boilers, safety controls, water treatment, fuels and combustion principles are covered. Tours of industrial sites are
included. (Application information for low pressure licensing will be furnished). It is important that the students have at least three months experience working with a boiler of 100HP or more. See instructor at first session.
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Tues 6:30 - 9:30
TR 8021
$175 36 hours Classes start January 29
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Welding - Basic
This course emphasizes:
1.Oxyacetylene welding and cutting
2. Electric arc welding
3. Heat selection on machines
4. Rod sizes and numbering
5. Safe and proper use of AC and DC units
6. Tig and Mig welding demonstrations
All students must provide own safety equipment (ie, safety
glasses, protective clothing, welding headgear, etc.)

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Mon 6:30 - 9:30
TR 8100
$250 36 hours
Classes start January 28
Wed 6:30 - 9:30
TR 8101
$250 36 hours
Classes start January 30
Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
TR 8102
$250 36 hours
Classes start January 31
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Welding - Advanced
This course is designed for the welder with at least one year of hands-on experience in welding carbon steel and aluminum. Students will receive instruction to develop the skills necessary to make quality welds. Additional training will be provided to familiarize students with other welding related areas of interest.
Prerequisite: Basic Welding
1. Welding safety practices and good work practices
2. Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
3. Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) or MIG
4. Basic weld symbol interpretations
5. Codes and standards (AWS, ASME, B-31.1)
6. Welder qualification requirements for certification
All students must provide own safety equipment(ie, safety glasses, protective clothing, welding headgear, etc.)
Additional fee for certification will be charged
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Tues 6:30 - 9:30
TR 8120
$250 36 hours Classes start January 29
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Water/Wastewater Operation - Introduction
This two-semester, 180 hour training program follows New Jersey State Department of Environmental Protection curriculum and is designed to provide persons employed in the field of water or wastewater control with the knowledge required to take and pass the State D.E.P. exam for W-1, T-1, S-1 and C-1 operators license. This is a prerequisite for Advanced Water and Advanced Wastewater courses offered at Ocean County College. Textbooks are included in tuition.
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Mon/Wed 6:30 - 9:30
Brick 8300
$710 180 hours Classes start September 10
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Vocational Instructor Training (Intersession)
This course is designed to provide the basic information necessary to become a competent instructor. It is approved by the State as a methods course to be applied toward vocational certification. Students will study the techniques of teaching, course outlines, lesson plans and class/shop management. The skills of public speaking, questioning, record keeping and the proper use of A/V equipment will also be included.
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Tues/Thurs 6:30 - 9:30
TR 8500
$TBA 36 hours Registration begins March 17
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Floral Design
Let your creative juices flow! In this course students will learn the principles of design and apply them as they learn to create beautiful floral designs for dinner parties, home décor, gifts, outdoor wreaths and special occasions. Designs will include the use of live and artificial plants and flowers with seasonal and practical accents. Students will also learn how to create beautiful arrangements at a low cost by learning how and what to plant to create their own arrangements at home. Because it's hard to say goodbye when a plant is finished blooming, students will learn ways they can dry what's blooming now so their flowers will last for months or even years. Some supplies will be the responsibility of the student
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Thurs 6:30-9:30
Jackson 8350
$175 36 hours Classes starts January 31
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EXPERIENCE MOTORCYCLING WITH A MOTORCYCLE RIDER COURSE
Beginner Rider Course
In the Beginner Rider Course, you will experience motorcycling and street skills. This course
is designed to teach the novice motorcyclist the skills required to ride safely on the street. The
course consists of 8 hours classroom and 10 hours of actual hands-on training on our range.
Motorcycles and helmets are provided by Rider Education. This course is a must for anyone
interested in going for a motorcycle license.
Experienced Rider Course
The Experienced Rider Course is designed to teach the more experienced motorcyclist skills
that will enable the rider to respond with precision and accuracy to unexpected road and traffic
situations. The course consists of 3-1/2 hours of classroom instruction and 4 hours of
hands-on riding instruction under controlled range supervision.
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FOR INFORMATION & REGISTRATION
CALL 1-800-893-RIDE
Ocean County Vocational Technical School, in partnership with Rider Education of New Jersey and Navy Lakehurst, is offering the following Rider Education Courses at the Naval base.
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Licensed Cosmetologist
Develop skills in hairstyling, hair coloring, barbering, facialtreatments, manicuring and scalp treatmentsPrepare for the state licensing exam.

10-month program runs from 2:00PM-7:00PM 5 days a week
20 month program runs three evenings per week
5:00PM - 9:30PM
Some daytime classes availableCALL 732.473.3100 EXT 3128 FOR MORE INFORMATION AND ADMISSION TEST DATES
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INTRODUCTION TO GEOSPATIAL TECHNOLOGY
What is Geospatial Technology and why is it important to knowabout it? This four week course examines areas includingGeographic Information Systems, Remote Sensing and the GlobalPositioning System. Students will explore the possibilities of look-ing at our world spatially. Key concepts, software capabilities,opportunities and career profiles are introduced. Students gainhands-on experience using ESRI's ArcGIS software in lessons thatexplore agriculture, business, public safety, healthcare and more.This class is a must for those who wish to pursue other classes inGeospatial Technology.Pre-requisite - computer background in Microsoft programs and the Internet.
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Tues/Thurs
6:30 - 9:00
Toms River
8402
$200.00
20 hours
Class starts March 4
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Acting Technique I
This course will provide a basic introduction to acting through exercises and text work.The class is excellent for those wanting to learn the basic steps of being an actor, brushing up on previous acting training or just wanting to learn stronger communicationskills for other trades.1. What is acting? What is not acting? The importance of knowing the difference.2. Relaxation & Warming Up before performance.3. 5 Ws of every scene: Who, What, Why, Where and When?4. Magic If: What if I….5. Sensorial Memory: Unlocking emotion.6. Repetition Exercises: Acting with spontaneity and organically.7. History of Acting: Stanislavski, Adler, Strasberg, Meisner and beyond.8. Units of Action: Where is the Verb?9. Putting it all together.10. Showcasing what you learned.Students will be required to bring loose-fitting clothing and sneakers for classroom work, a journal and a bottle ofwater for hydration. All students will perform in a showcase with an invited audience.
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Mon/Wed
6:30 - 9:30
Lakehurst
8600
$350
72 hours
Classes start January 28
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Advanced Skin Care for the Licensed Cosmetologist

This course provides in-depth instruction on all areas of skin care. Featured areas include skin analysis, product knowledge, safety and sanitation, paraffin treatments,
extractions, electricity with facials, massage techniques, make up, aromatherapy, reflexology and much more.
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Prerequisite: NJ State Cosmetology LicenseMon/Tues5:30 - 9:30Toms River3055$500120 Hours(Kit Included)Classes Start January 28IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ONLYStarting January 3, 2008 9:00AMat the Toms River Center BRING COPY OF NJ STATE COSMETOLOGY LICENSE
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AUDIO FOR ELECTRONIC MEDIA FULL-TIME PROGRAM

Ocean County Vocational Technical School is offering a course in the highly
skilled craft of Audio Recording for Electronic Media. This new 2-year program
combines both the performing arts and science in a field that requires specialized
technical knowledge. The student will be guided through the process of capturing
sound (audio) and storing it in both the digital and analog mediums for reproduction.
Students will learn recording technology through course instruction, and “hands-on” applications of these techniques, using professional recording equipment. This program is taught by professionals from the recording industry and through “live” recording sessions with professional recording artists. The instruction will include:
1. Multimedia production
2. Physics of sound
3. Acoustics
4. Multi Track Recording/Digital Audio Technology
5. MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) and Musical Instrument Technology
6. Microphone design and application
7. Computer digital editing and mastering
8. The audio production console
9. Signal processors
10. Audio-for-visual production and post production
11. Music business
12. Concert Sound
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Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs 6:15PM - 9:30PM
Navy Lakehurst 450 hours per year (2 year program)
Classes start September 2008
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AGRICULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
This program is offered to high school students, as well as adults, interested in
learning about the science, business and technology of living things in our environment
and natural resource systems. This program will prepare students to enter the growing and profitable fields of agribusiness and environmental concerns. It combines knowledge of the ecology of living systems with the study of environmentally safe practices in the areas of landscape design and construction, turf management, aquatic gardening,
irrigation and integrated pest management. Students have access to latest technology, field work and research practices through a partnership with Rutgers Center for Turf Grass Science. Students utilize the OCVTS greenhouse and land laboratory for practical applications.Extensive use of computer technology is emphasized. Students benefit from partnerships with many local businesses and organizations. The Agricultural and Environmental Sciences program offers the training and skills needed to continue
education at a college level or pursue careers in the following areas:
Environmental Design/
Construction Technician
Forest or Park Ranger
Conservation Officer
Environmental Researcher
Business Owner/Operator
Marketing/Advertising of
environmental products
Nature Photographer
Turf Grass Specialist
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This program is offered at the
OCVTS Jackson Center
Monday-Friday, daytime hours.
CALL 732.244.1122
FOR MORE INFORMATION
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GENERAL EQUIVALENCY DIPLOMA
St. Francis Family Services will be offering General Equivalency Diploma (GED) classes.Please call St. Francis Family Services for more information and start dates at (609) 597-9399
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