Computer Repair, Maintenance, and Upgrading

Need to install more memory? Need to replace a modem or network card? This class is for you! In this hands-on course, you will learn to identify and maintain the components of a computer, replace and add memory, install and format a hard drive, install an operating system and add new software. Simple troubleshooting techniques and preventive maintenance will also be covered. This class focuses on PCs and will not include a discussion of laptop repairs. Reference books are optional and will be discussed at the first class. Classes held at the Madison- Honeywell location will require an insurance fee of $1.30. Attendance at the first class is required. (35 hrs)

• Mon, Apr 21 - Jun 23, 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
• Honeywell Training Center, Madison Campus Course #: ELN-7401-404
Instructor: Phillips

Computer Skills for the Workplace Using Microsoft Office 2007

Employers seek and reward employees who can produce professional letters, analyze data, create graphs and dazzling presentations or add and edit information in a database. Add these skills to your resume with the hands on course designed for students who want to improve their computer abilities to help them compete in today's workplace. You will work with Microsoft Office including Word (word processing), Excel (spreadsheets), PowerPoint (presentations) and Access (database). An overview of Windows, File Management, and basic Internet skills is also included. Students will need basic computer skills, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. The textbook, Microsoft Office 2007, can be purchased at the Asheville or Enka Campus bookstore. Attendance at the first class is required.. (36 hrs)

• Thu, Mar 27 - Jun 12, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• 118 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: OSC-7416-409
Instructor: Phillips
• Thu, Mar 27 - Jun 12, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• 118 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: OSC-7416-410
Instructor: Phillips

Digital Imaging and the PC

Do you need to better understand how to work with a digital camera or scanner? You will learn the means to move images to the computer to be able to create newsletters, web pages and presentations. You will discover what is important when selecting a digital camera, how to download, save and retrieve files, how to use a scanner, and how to send and receive images using the internet. You will be introduced to Photoshop Elements and Microsoft Office Picture Manager, two popular digital imaging programs. Bring your camera to class (if you have one). Students will need basic computer skills, equal to those gained in Computer for the Beginner. No textbook is required. Attendance at the first class is required. (18 hrs)

• Mon, Mar 03 - Apr 14, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• 118 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: PHO-7400-403
Instructor: Phillips

Education: Effective Teacher Training

This class is required preparation for substitute teachers for all Buncombe and Madison County Schools. It is also an excellent crash course in learning methodologies and classroom management for current or returning teachers. It can be taken for certificate renewal. 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 Madison, Asheville, or Enka Campus bookstore. Attendance at all classes is required. (30 hrs)

• Mon-Fri, Jun 23 - Jun 27, 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• 112 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: EDU-3002-237
• Mon-Fri, Jul 21 - Jul 25, 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• 112 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: EDU-3002-238

Natural Products: Medicine Making with Common Weeds

Turn pesky garden weeds into potent herbal remedies. Find out how easy it is to make simples with common plants like dandelion, chickweed, and yellow dock. Learn the multitudinous beneficial applications of these abundant herbs. Take part in making alcohol, oil, water and vinegar infusions, as well as syrups and salves. Participants will take home an herbal concoction. (6 hrs)

• Tue, Apr 15 - Apr 29, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• 103 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: SBC-7812-700

Nonprofit: How to Start a Nonprofit Entity

Starting a non-profit organization can be rewarding and fulfilling. This seminar will review the basics on how to start such an organization, how to manage and what resources are available. (3 hrs)

• Tue, May 06, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• 101 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: SBC-7760-702

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. The textbook, Notary Public Guidebook for North Carolina, approximately $21, can be purchased at the Madison, Asheville or Enka Campus bookstore, which is closed on weekends. Students cannot share a textbook. Students must present a valid photo ID in order to be admitted to class. (6 hrs)

• Sat, Apr 12, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• 103 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: MLS-3874-251
• Sat, May 31, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• 112 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: MLS-3874-256
• Sat, Aug 09, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• 112 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: MLS-3874-257
Class will break one hour for lunch

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 website at www.abtech.edu/ce, choose the Nursing Assistant option. Madison NA-I classes may register only at Madison Campus. The textbook, Thomson's North Carolina Nurse Aide I, approximately $64, can be purchased at the Asheville, Enka, or Madison Campus bookstore. Students cannot register online for NA-I courses. (146 hrs)

• Tue-Fri, Apr 15 - May 23, 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
• 113 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: NUR-3240-234
• Tue-Fri, Jun 03 - Jul 16, 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
• 113 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: NUR-3240-236

• Tue-Fri, Jul 29 - Sep 05, 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
• 113 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: NUR-3240-238

• Tue/Thu, Jul 29 - Sep 05, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• 113 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: NUR-3240-238
Evening classes will meet on seven Saturday clinical days 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Class will break one-half hour for lunch on those Saturdays

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 lifes. Supplies: $45-$75. Colleen Rigsby, Instructor. (30 hrs) No fee exemption

• Mon, Apr 21 - Jun 23, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• 113 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: CSP-4023-520
• Wed, Apr 23 - Jun 25, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
• 112 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: CSP-4023-521

QuickBooks Pro, Introduction

Do you need to make sense of QuickBooks? 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, Enka or Madison Campus bookstore which is closed on weekends. Attendance at the first class is required. (21 hrs)

• Fri, Apr 25 - Jun 06, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• 118 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: CAS-7421-456
Instructor: Boone

Real Estate: Real Estate and Taxes: What Every Agent Should Know

This course demystifies the impact of tax laws on owners, explores how tax law changes affect investments, and helps agents identify when to recommend professional tax advice. (4 hrs) No fee exemption

• Fri, Apr 18, 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
• 112 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: SEF-7710-704

Real Estate: Update 2007-2008 Real Estate Update

This is the four hour-course which must be completed by real estate licensees who wish to renew their licenses on active status for the 2007 - 2008 license period. This Real Estate Update course will focus primarily on the language and application of the revised Offer to Purchase form. (4 hrs) No fee exemption

• Fri, Apr 18, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
• 112 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: SEF-7703-720

SBA: Community Express Program

This seminar is for individuals interested in financing an eligible startup or existing small business. SBA-guaranteed loans available from $1,000 to $250,000, depending on the participating lender. Collateral not required for loans up to $25,000. Terms vary, with competitive rates and fees. Take advantage of required business counseling/technical assistance from local resources. (1.5 hrs)

• Thu, May 08, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
• 112 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: SBC-7710-705

SBA: Programs and Services for Your Small Business

Discover the many programs and services offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration for startup as well as existing small businesses. Find out the available SBA-sponsored and SBA-funded resources to counsel and train small business owners in all areas of small business management (including business planning). Find out what it takes to obtain a small business loan and to access SBA financing sources in particular. Discover the SBA government contracting minority and other certification programs which can enable your small business to obtain federal government contract work. (2 hrs)

• Tue, May 06, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• 112 Ramsey, Madison Campus Course #: SBC-7706-702

Watercolor, Beyond Beginning

Mastering traditional techniques and then developing expressive ideas will be encouraged. Previous watercolor and drawing skills are required for this class. Supplies will cost approximately $50. Marion Hurm, Instructor. (30 hrs) No fee exemption

• Tue, Apr 22 - Jun 24, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• 112 Ramsey, Madion Campus Course #: CSP-4070-523