Pierce College Encore - Fall Schedule of Classes

1. Art: Renaissance to Present Day - OA
     Section Number 8820
The class will study Western painting and sculpture from the Renaissance to present day. Lectures/slide presentations at Pierce will prepare students for field trips. There will be 4 visits to the Getty Center with guided tours, one visit to LACMA with guided tours and one visit to MOCA with guided tours.
Instructor: Ed Cheney, Art
      Room: Mus 3400
      Day/Time: Fri. 1-3 pm
      Dates: Sept. 4 – Dec. 11    closed Nov. 27

3. Anyone Can Draw 1 (one) OA
     Section Number 8805
No matter what age, experience, or so called talent, drawing is a skill which can be learned and developed. Continue to hone YOUR skills as you explore the fundamentals of texture & composition. Create and enhance the illusion of depth as you learn to apply the principles and techniques of linear & atmospheric perspective. All this and much more await you in the enlightening, fun-filled course. Bring 8.5”x11” white unlined paper, kneaded eraser, blender & pencil to first meeting. Materials discussed at class. $5 materials fee - pay at class.
Instructor: Peter Kraus, Graphic Designer/Author/Artist
Room: AT 3800   (Applied Tech 3800)
Day/Time: Mon.   1:30 – 3:30 pm
Dates:   Aug.31 – Dec. 7          closed Sept. 7

5. Exploring Watercolor & Pastels OA
     Section Number 8806
Advanceyourcreativity with the fusion of pastel and watercolor. In this exciting course you will be guided step-by-step from color mixing to handling of the vibrant mediums in a variety of fun and revealing ways. Focus will be on developing yourstyle as you explore texture, contrast, composition and light. Please bring pastels & watercolors (if you have them) to the first meeting. Materials will be discussed at class. $5 material fee-pay at first class.   Intermediate drawing skills are recommended.
Instructor: Peter Kraus, Graphic Designer/Author/Artist
Room: ART 3309
Day/Time: Thurs.     1:30 – 3:30 pm
Dates:   Sept. 3 – Dec. 9       closed Nov. 266.

Oil/Acrylic Painting OA
Section Number 8823
A structured course that will teach you the techniques and methods needed to be able to paint anything you see. You will learn how to deconstruct an image and reconstruct it in a way that pleases you. You will learn how to prepare a different palette for each painting that you create making each one unique.

Both techniques will allow you to develop the methods of painting you need to become a proficient and accomplished artist. All levels welcome.
Instructor: Angelo Allen, Artist/Instructor
Room: Art 3312
Day/Time: Thurs. 1 – 4 pm
Dates: Sept. 3 – Dec. 10 closed Nov. 26

7. Oil/Acrylic Painting   OA
      Section Number 8824
Have fun as you learn. Experience the joy of expressing yourself through the language of art in a workshop environment. An opportunity to learn the fundamentals of color, value, shape, line, perspective and composition. This course includes instruction and demonstration of art techniques. All you need is a desire to explore. All levels welcome. Table easel suggested. $10 materials fee – pay first class.
Instructor: Deborah Hurewitz-Pitt, Artist/Instructor
Room: AT 3800   (Applied Tech 3800)
Day/Time: Fri. 10 am - 1 pm
Dates: Sept. 4 – Dec. 11         closed Nov. 27

All levels are welcome. Explore the techniques of watercolor: learn about washes, values, dry brush techniques, color theory and color mixing, and composition. Enjoy the spontaneity of watercolor and learn how you can express your ideas through watercolor techniques.
Instructor: Don Blaisdell, Artist/Instructor
Room: AT 3800   (Applied Tech 3800)
Day/Time: Tues. 2:15 – 5:15 pm
Dates: Sept. 1 – Dec. 8

9. Life Drawing   OA
      Section Number 8825
Working from the live model students will learn to render the human figure through gesture, contour and value. This is a class in creative drawing covering: media, anatomy, volume, mass, perspective, positive/negative space and composition. A variety of materials and techniques will be utilized in describing the human form. All levels welcome. $25 materials fee – pay at first class.
Instructor: Don Blaisdell, Artist/Instructor
Room: Art 3312
Day/Time: Mon.   1 - 4 pm
Dates: Aug. 31 – Dec. 7      closed Sept. 7

10. Mixed Media Painting   OA
       Section Number 8826
A creative class using various techniques and media to create innovative works of art: watercolor, oil, acrylic, ink, pastel, pencil, collage, assemblage and charcoal. Instruction will be based on creative use of materials to create works of art. Sketch book at first class is required. All levels welcome.
Instructor: Don Blaisdell, Artist/Instructor
Room: Art 3312
Day/Time: Wed.      1 - 3 pm
Dates: Sept. 2 – Dec. 9     closed   Nov. 11

11. Arts and Crafts   OA
       Section Number 8808
Enjoy the company of classmates. Have fun while you learn the art of collage, assemblage, painting on fabric and glass, tie dye, papier-mâché, knitting, decoupage and weaving to name a few. All levels welcome, no prior experience necessary just a sense of adventure.
$20 materials fee - pay at first class.
Instructor: Lezlie Kussin, Artist/Instructor
Room: Faculty Dining Room
Day/Time: Fri.   10 am - noon
Dates: Sept. 4 – Dec. 11    closed Nov. 27

12. Art Experiences & Gallery Visits   OA
       Section Number 8807
Enjoy a variety of art experiences through a combination of in class art instruction and once a month visits to local Valley art galleries. The art lessons in class will introduce students to various art forms such as painting on paper, fabric and glass, collage, mixed media, soft sculpture, tie dye and weaving. All levels welcome, no prior experience necessary, just a sense of adventure. $20 materials fee-pay at first class.
Instructor: Lezlie Kussin, Artist/Instructor
Location: Canoga Park Youth Arts Ctr.
               7222 Remmet Avenue, Canoga Park
Day/ Time: Tues.     10 am – noon
Dates: Sept. 1 – Dec. 8

13.   20th Century American Film: Hollywood & Society OA
        Section Number 8803
The course will continue in the format established in the spring semester. This course will survey different periods in 20th Century American history and how they influence and are influenced by movies. Topics may include: World War II, the McCarthy Era, the rise of television and 1950’s America, Civil Rights and Film, etc. Discussion will include analysis of film style and narrative, film history, film genres, and the other arts.
Instructor: Dr. Ken Windrum, Media Arts
Room: Bus 3200
Day/Time: Fri.    1:00 – 3:40 pm
Dates: Sept. 4 – Dec. 11      closed Nov. 27

14. Wed. Afternoon at the Movies OA
Section Number 8802
See a current movie and participate in a discussion of the movie. Learn how a story idea becomes a movie, how the camera tells the story, and what the editor, the director and the writer do.

Each week call the ENCORE Movie Update Line (818) 710-2545 for the movie title and time it starts. Students purchase tickets at the box office. Senior price is available.

Note: Seats for class discussion are reserved for students that are registered in the class.
Instructor: Dr. Ken Windrum, Media Arts
    Location: Laemmle Theatre, Fallbrook 7
Day/Time: Wed.     1- 4 pm (Call for time each week)
Dates: Sept. 2 – Dec. 9     closed Nov. 11

Computer Registration in-person /mail-in only

$5 materials fee per semester (non-refundable) Checks payable to Pierce College.
The materials fee is for the semester, not per class. Bring receipt to first class.

Please note: Encore office 710-2561
1. If you do not attend the first class you will be 2. Please call us if you need to drop a computer class.
dropped & your place given to another student. We will call a student on the waiting list.

15. Basic Computer
         Section Number 8851
This course is 15 weeks, Aug. 31 – Dec. 7
Part A: Start date 8/31      closed Sept. 7
The novice computer user will learn and feel more comfortable using computer terminology and concepts. Learn to use the Mouse, Keyboard, Basic Windows functions, basic computer components and what to know when buying a computer.
Part B: Start date 10/12
Learn basic organization of your computer and how to organize information in your computer by using Windows Explorer. Create, rename, copy and move folders and files from one drive to another, and delete and retrieve deleted files and folders.
Part C:   Start date 11/16
Introduction to WordPad – basic text editor which is available on all computers. Learn basic maintenance skills such as file backup, disk defragmenter, and disk cleanup. Learn how to burn a CD and how to use a flash drive. Become familiar with using the HELP function for troubleshooting problems.
Room: ComSci 1507
Day/time: Mon.   1:30 – 3:30 pm
Instructor: Natalia Grigoriants

16. Internet
      Section Number 8852
This course is 15 weeks, Sept. 1 – Dec. 8
Part A: Start date 9/1
Learn basic internet skills: internet terminology, how to use internet browsers, find and browse websites. Learn how to put websites you want to visit later within easy reach by using Favorites list.   Learn how to use search engines and how to save information found online. Learn how to download forms. Learn how to install and use Adobe Acrobat which is usually required for online forms.
Part B: Start date 10/6
Learn more in depth the use of the Internet. Learn how to get driving directions to and from
a specific address, purchase tickets online, and get your credit history online. Learn to save information found and various Internet safeguards.
Part C: Start date 11/10
Learn about useful online services. Browse movie rental titles online and learn how to get doorstep delivery. Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) online: search for a title, place a title on hold, cancel a hold, renew checked out titles. Tired of buying stamps and rate increases? Tired of paying for ordered checks? Save time and learn online banking basics: check your balance, view cancelled checks, view transaction history. Online bill pay is fast and banks take responsibility if payment is not received on time.
Room: ComSci 1507
Day/time: Tues.   1:30 – 3:30 pm
        Instructor: Natalia Grigoriants

17. Word
Section Number 8853
Basic typing and computer skills are needed.
This course is 15 weeks, Sept. 2 – Dec. 9
The focus of this course is to learn word processing basic skills in three levels building on the first level as you move through remaining levels. There will be basic exercises designed to further student’s knowledge of the computer with time for
personalized help from the instructor to answer
individual questions.

Part A: Start date 9/2
Create, edit, print, open, close documents, Save versus Save As, cut and paste, margins, auto
correct, spelling and grammar check, font styles and size.
Part B: Start date 10/7                    closed Nov.11
Uses of borders, shading and bullets, organize files and save folders using a “flash” drive, insert date, time, symbols and pictures, bullets and numbering.
Part C: Start date 11/18
Create newspaper columns, header/footer, organization charts, labels and envelopes, and make your own flyer using your new skills.
Room: ComSci 1507
Day/time: Wed.    1:30 - 3:30 pm
Instructor: Joan’e Cantrell

18. E-mail & Family Photos
       Section Number 8854
This course is 15 weeks, Sept. 3 – Dec. 10
Part A: Start date 9/3
Create free email address, learn skills to create, edit, forward, copy and paste, and create an Address Book of family and friends.
Part B: Start date 10/8
Become skilled at how to keep a calendar of personal commitments. Gain knowledge on how to create a To Do List in Notepad. Learn how to attach documents and pictures. Become familiar with many optional features available to you.
Part C: Start date 11/12                  closed Nov. 26
Organize your 35mm pictures or digital photos by using Picasa2 free software that helps you
instantly find, edit and share all the photos on
your PC. The photos can be organized into visual albums by date with folder names familiar to you. You can drag and drop to arrange your albums and make labels to create new groups. Picasa2 also makes advanced editing simple by putting one-click fixes and powerful effects at your fingertips, and makes it a snap to share your photos by email and create gift CDs.
Room: ComSci 1507
Day/time: Thurs.    1:30 - 3:30 pm
Instructor: Joan’e Cantrell

19. Current Events   OA
       Section Number 8840
Stay on top of the latest breaking news. Local, national and world events impact all of us. Join in lively discussions relevant to the world around us: social issues, health news, and past/present events. Explore current topics, cause and effect relationships and investigate issues from different viewpoints and identify personal values and attitudes. Instructor: Angelo Allen
    Location: The Village
5450 Vesper Avenue, Sherman Oaks
Day/Time: Tues.   1 – 3 pm
Dates: Sept. 1 – Dec. 8

A weekly glimpse into the world of the courtroom cases that shaped our laws or have criminal history. Supreme Court decisions on pornography, abortion, eminent-domain, affirmative action, corporal punishment and more. Lurid and dark criminal cases defended by Clarence Darrow and Alan Dershowitz. This class has an exciting variety of cases and subjects. Don’t miss it!
Instructor: Leah Granof, Elder Law Attorney
Room: Mus 3423
Day/Time: Mon. 1 - 3 pm
Dates: Aug. 31 – Oct. 19 closed Sept. 7

Famous People: Movers and Shakers
Section Number 8841 - B
As a continuation of Famous Court Cases we will explore the personal and professional lives of stars of the judiciary system and others, such as authors, performers and revolutionaries. Who is a Nobel prize winner appointed by Obama; who conducted an orchestra at twelve; and what Brit gets millions for his piece preserving a shark in formaldehyde – join the class and find out!
Instructor: Leah Granof, Elder Law Attorney
Room: Mus 3423
Day/Time: Mon. 1 - 3 pm
Dates: Oct. 26 – Dec. 7

21. Personal Finance   OA
Section Number 8810
Learn the basics of investment strategies, the new Medicare RX plan, Long Term Care Insurance, financial planning, the law, as well as techniques to minimize taxes, and how to create an income in retirement. This course is specifically designed for the older adult. Learn and earn! Instructor: Kathy Daruty, Professor Business Administration
Room: Geog 0202
Day/Time: Thurs. 2-4 pm
Dates: Sept. 3 – Dec. 10      closed Nov. 26

Come join in discovering the ancient secrets and philosophies of Traditional Chinese Medicine with emphasis on Traditional Chinese Medicine models in contrast to Western medicine approaches. Explore the history, philosophy and development of healing systems with an understanding of the renowned Chinese Classical Medical texts such as: The Zhou Yì or Yì Jīng (The Book of Changes), Huáng Dì Nèi Jīng (“Yellow Emperor’s Inner Classics”) sometimes referred to as The Nèi Jīng (“The Classic of Internal Medicine”), Shāng Hán Lùn (“Treatise on Cold Damage”), Jīn Guì Yào Luè (“Synopsis of the Golden Chamber”) and Wēn Bìng Xué (“Warm Disease Theory”).

Instructor: Dr. Sandra Tinto-Singer, Ph.D. Traditional Chinese Medicine, MA Oriental Medicine, Certified Emergency Medical/Trauma Tech-UCLA, Certified Medical Assistant.

Room: Mus 3423
Day/Time: Wed. 1 - 3 pm
Dates: Sept. 2 – Dec. 9 closed Nov. 11

Pierce College’s Encore Program in partnership with the Arthritis Foundation and the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center present 2 great programs in one: Tai Chi for Arthritis on land and Aqua Plus program in the water. This 2 hour class will use land and water exercises to enhance mobility, strength, stamina, endurance, balance, posture, body awareness and decrease risk of injury and pain associated with a sedentary lifestyle. This class is suited for all individuals and those requiring low intensity exercise.
NOTE: In inclement weather the class will meet
inside and do body conditioning and core
strengthening.
Instructor: Chris Netto BA Kinesiology/Adult Fitness Management, Arthritis Foundation trained in aquatic fitness and Tai Chi, Certified Personal Trainer

Location: Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center
23400 Park Sorrento, Calabasas
Day/Time: Wed. 1 - 3 pm
Dates: Sept. 2 – Dec. 9 closed Nov. 11

A consistent yoga practice reduces pain, increases mental acuity, and helps you feel more vital. Enjoy gentle yet thorough stretching, deep breathing, core strength building, and clear focusing techniques. Students are encouraged to take two classes weekly.
Instructors: Amy MacDonald, Yoga/Dance
Randall Krause, Yoga/Holistic Studies

24. Monday - Section Number 8814
9:30 - 11:30 am      Amy MacDonald
Rm: NGym 5603
Aug. 31 – Dec. 7          closed Sept. 7

25. Tuesday - Section Number 8815
9– 11 am               Amy MacDonald
Rm: NGym 5601
Sept. 1 – Dec. 8

26. Wednesday - Section Number 8816
9– 11 am                      Randall Krause
Rm: NGym 5601
Sept. 2 – Dec. 9                  closed Nov. 11

27. Thursday - Section Number 8817
9– 11 am                Amy MacDonald
        Rm: NGym 5603
        Sept. 3 – Dec. 10            closed Nov. 26

28.   Friday - Section Number 8818
9– 11 am          Amy MacDonald
Rm: NGym 5603
Sept. 4 – Dec. 11        closed Nov. 27

A unique class designed to improve daily function and quality of life through drills and exercises to develop core strength, cardio-vascular fitness, muscle strength, bone density, range of motion, flexibility, coordination, posture, balance, body awareness and relaxation. A variety of exercise training techniques will be utilized to get you mentally and physically fit for optimal health and well-being. Health, wellness and fall prevention information included. Mat is required in all classes for floor exercises.

Note: Mon., Wed., Fri. class, bring light weight (1-5 lbs.) dumbbells for resistance training.

Instructor: Chris Netto, BA Kinesiology/Adult Fitness Management, Certified Fitness Professional in personal training, aquatic fitness and older adult exercise, Arthritis Foundation trained instructor

29. Monday - Section Number 8834
Note: Bring light weight dumbbells for resistance training.
9 – 11 am                      Rm: Campus Ctr.
Aug. 31 – Dec. 7          closed Sept. 7

*30. Tuesday - Section Number 8835
9 - 11 am                      Location: Pacific Boys’ Home
Sept. 1 – Dec. 8

*31. Wednesday - Section Number 8836
Note: Bring light weight dumbbells for resistance training.
9 – 11 am                     Location: Pacific Boys’ Home
Sept. 2 – Dec. 9           closed Nov. 11

*32. Thursday - Section Number 8821
10:30–12:30 am           Location: Pacific Boys’ Home
Sept. 3 – Dec. 10         closed Nov. 26

33. Friday - Section Number 8838
Note: Bring light weight dumbbells for resistance training.
9 – 11 am                      Rm: Campus Center
Sept. 4 – Dec. 11         closed Nov. 27

This course is taught in a two-semester sequence. The first semester will cover the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and Classical periods, and the second will cover the Romantic and Modern style periods. Presented via lectures, videos, piano demonstrations, guest musicians, and audio recordings. Instructor: James Domine, Composer,
Conductor San Fernando Valley Symphony
Room: Mus 3422
Day/Time: Wed. 1 - 3 pm
Dates: Sept. 2 – Dec. 9 closed Nov. 11

Maestro James Domine, conductor of the San Fernando Valley Symphony will discuss significant trends and developments in the development of jazz involving listening examples, discussion of the repertoire, as well as the composers, artists and performers that have made jazz the quintessential American art form.
Instructor: James Domine, Composer/ Conductor San Fernando Valley Symphony
Room: Mus 3400
Day/Time: Thurs. 1 - 3 pm
Dates: Sept. 3 – Dec. 10 closed Nov. 26

Room: Music 3400
Day/Time: Tues. 1 – 3 pm
Dates: Sept. 1 – Dec. 8
Instructor: Chris Netto

Sept. 1 – Concerto Repetoire Overview
James Domine, Conductor/Composer

Sept. 8 – Advertising Then & Now Part II
Don Potter, Author/Lecturer

Sept. 15 – Music and Health
Dr. Sandra Tinto-Singer, Ph.D. Traditional
Chinese Medicine, MA Oriental Medicine

Sept. 22 – Founding Brothers
Myles Clowers, History/Political Science,
San Diego City College

Sept. 29 – Tune Up Your Life, Tune Up Your Brain
Arnold Bresky, M.D., Preventive Gerontology,
Behavior Neurology

Oct. 6 – Perspectives on China from an Old China Sailor
Larry Kushner, Political Science, Attorney

Oct. 13 – Classical Film Theory: More About the Director as Author
Dr. Ken Windrum, Media Arts

Oct. 20 – The Face of Crime
Kathy Oborn, Criminal Justice
Dept. Chair, Political Science/Economics

Nov. 3 – Ideology vs Pragmatism: What is
the Right Mix?
Norm Levy, Political Science

Nov. 10 – Understanding Religious Rituals Around the World
Mary Duxler, Speech Communication

Nov. 17 – Ethics & Genetic Engineering
Betty Odello, Philosophy/Sociology

Nov. 24 – The Elusive “I”: Historical and Contemporary Approaches to Personal Identity
Mia Wood, Philosophy

Dec. 1 –Trawling the Night Away: Research on the Mexican Shrimp Fishery in the Sea of Cortez
Dr. Raymond Wells, Biology