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Featured Courses

Beginning Machining

Prerequisite: Interest in and beginning knowledge of conventional machinery.

In this course on machine shop safety, discussion will center on proper usage and care of conventional machinery. Participants also will learn about the use of measuring tools used in the machine shop, and practice defining feed and speed, as well as how to arrive at the proper thought process to achieve accurate cutting conditions.

Funding Options and Financial Literacy for Small Business

12/16/19 - 12/16/19

Where is the money? This workshop reviews a variety of funding sources, including commercial lenders, the SBA, and state, regional and local programs, and highlights financial terminology and borrower qualifications. The seminar is intended for individuals starting a business as well as owners of existing businesses who are investigating financing options.

Know Your Community

12/03/19 - 12/03/19

Gain an overview of the issues that affect some residents to fully partake in the attractions and activities in our All-American City. Discover the importance of connecting residents to the cultural, entertainment and recreational activities available. In addition, learn more about city demographics and local government.

AutoCAD�: Level I

02/08/20 - 02/22/20

Prerequisite: Windows� experience This hands-on course for beginners will help you develop a familiarity with AutoCAD� command entries, menu structure, and geometric creation and manipulation. You will be introduced to fundamental two-dimensional commands for graphic creation and editing. Highlights include hardware/software requirements, menu and interface, drawing setup, editing techniques, text and dimensioning, and printing and plotting.

Upcoming Courses

Leadership Development, Track III: Leading Teams November 22, 2019 to December 6, 2019

Know Your Community Tuesday, December 3, 2019

Adobe Dreamweaver� Creative Cloud: Part II December 4-18, 2019

CPR/AED/First Aid Monday, December 9, 2019

Launching Your Own Business: A Sound and Proven Path Wednesday, December 11, 2019

Featured Courses

Beginning Machining

01/04/20 - 02/01/20

Prerequisite: Interest in and beginning knowledge of conventional machinery.

Funding Options and Financial Literacy for Small Business

12/16/19 - 12/16/19

Know Your Community

12/03/19 - 12/03/19

AutoCAD�: Level I

02/08/20 - 02/22/20

Courses

Principles of Lean Manufacturing

Learn the principles of Lean Manufacturing: applying Lean concepts such as standardized work, batch-size reductions, pull systems and more. You'll experience firsthand how Lean improves quality, delivery, performance, reduces time and Work-in-Process (WIP) and increases profits. Most important, learn how Lean makes the job easier!

Wednesday, February 5, 2020, Cole Clubhouse, Room 127 (enter off Trier Road - across from Don Hall's Triangle Park. Drive straight ahead until you reach the circular drive at the Clubhouse.)

Bridge: Beginning

Looking for a new challenge? Learn the exciting game of Bridge, or, if you already play, come and improve your bidding, play and defense skills. Bridge stimulates the mind and provides a chance to meet new people. Whether you know a little about the game or are a total beginner, this class is for you.

February 17, 2020 to April 13, 2020, Fort Wayne Duplicate Bridge Club