Download Winter/Spring 2008 CE Course Schedule (pdf)

Download Summer 2008 Youth Programs Brochure (pdf)

To request a brochure, please call the Office of Continuing Education, UW-Rock County, (608) 758-6541. Office hours are part-time Monday-Friday.

Registration Information

No registration confirmations will be mailed. Please consider yourself registered unless you hear otherwise from the Continuing Education staff.

Refund Policy: Refunds are made in full only if you notify the CE Office by noon one week prior to the beginning of the class. Classes without sufficient enrollment one week prior to the start date will be cancelled with a full refund. Please note there are no refunds on trips.

Youth
S.T.E.M.
LEAPS
College for Kids
ACT Strategies
Personal Enrichment
Dance
Online Paralegal Certificate of Completion Program
Travel
Online Courses
Online Business Communication Certificate Program

Youth Programs

Mandarin Chinese
Instructor: YiYi Galant is a native of Guangzhou (Canton), China, and a graduate of Guangzhou University who moved to the United States in 2004.
Learn how the Chinese language functions grammatically and how to use Chinese in real life: how to understand it on the street, speak it on the telephone, read it in the newspaper, or write it in a report. The first year of study introduces about 350 characters, gets to the basics quickly with simple activities on essential topics such as greetings, dates, times, shopping and family; presents pinyin tests directly above Chinese character texts.

S.T.E.M. Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics

Course 1: A World in Motion
Facilitated by General Motors Engineers
This is a dynamic curriculum focusing on the engineering design process. The challenges are designed to provide students with an engineering design experience, as well as promote an interest in mathematics, science and technology by giving them opportunities to work with materials that embody scientific and technical phenomena. The challenge put forth in each of these experiences involves student design of a toy vehicle. Engaging scenarios provide a context in which students develop problem-solving, science and math skills. As student design teams work to get their toy vehicles to meet specified performance criteria, they wrestle with authentic science and engineering problems. An important focus is the quality of students’ experience. Fostering positive attitudes toward science, mathematics and technology is of major importance, as is encouraging a thoughtful approach to problem solving. Students are not required to master certain scientific concepts or mathematical methods, nor create a “winning” design. Instead, the objective is to facilitate the design of a variety of vehicles and help students understand what makes the vehicle perform differently.

Course 2: Outstanding in Our Field
Instructor: Susan Simonson
Learn about the fascinating world of field biology by getting up close and personal with insects, birds, mammals and other animals in our own backyard and around the world. Using inside and outside activities, we’ll learn how scientists identify, classify and learn about animals and their habitats. Students will have the opportunity to experience actual field work and explore virtual habitats in this exciting course.

LEAPS

Aspiring Architects
Instructor: Deb Cross
Are you an aspiring architect? This class will guide you through what it takes to construct a house, building or even a cathedral. Young architects will first design a floor plan using paper, pencils and templates. Then, make the design a three-dimensional structure with clear plastic blocks and walls. 9-10:15 a.m. or 10:30-11:45 a.m.

Spectacular States: Seas and Sky
Instructor: Melissa Fiamoncini
Locate various plants and animals in regions of the United States, dive into the seas to investigate ocean life, and then blast off to explore the atmosphere and more! Don’t miss this class full of science and social studies summer fun!

Polar Pals
Instructor: Melissa Fiamoncini
Cool off with Polar Pals! Read, write and sing your way to discover polar regions of our planet. Locate the Arctic and Antarctic regions of the earth, as well as oceans, glaciers and lakes. Learn about animals: life cycles, food chains and migration through interactive learning and hands-on activities.

Rockin’ Rockets
Instructor: Scott Lee
Discover and learn about the fascinating world of aeronautics! Students learn about the history of flight and aeronautics with “hands-on” rocket building and actual rocket launching. The class will discuss construction, safety and launch procedures.

Create Your Own Boardgame
Instructor: Julie Richardson
Discuss your favorite games to play and the different types and styles of games. Explore materials available for production of games, then create the instruction manual and design a game board. During the last half of the week, you’ll create the game rules, design the box or bag to transport and store the game and finally play the games created by each student.

Shoebox Science
Instructor: Julie Richardson
Choose from a variety of shoe boxes, each containing an experiment. Discuss basic science principles and use deductive reasoning to guess what will happen in each experiment, which can range from making rock candy to working with invisible ink, conducting balancing experiments, studying liquids and more.

College for Kids

Rubik’s Cube Challenge
Instructor: Brian Beecher
Discover techniques for solving the Rubik’s cube, an American phenomenon in the 1980s that is still a challenging puzzle today. On the first day of this mini-course you will learn to solve one complete side. The second day focuses on solving the first two levels. The third and fourth days focus on completing the rest of the cube.

Band Clinic
Instructor: Jeff Suarez
Play fun and challenging concert band works designed to help you learn your instrument even better! The culmination of the clinic will be an evening band concert. This band clinic is open to any student who has started a band instrument.

Checkmate!
Instructor: Brian Beecher
Learn chess skills and tactics and use these skills during chess play. Spend a substantial portion of each class session in actual chess play, plus enjoy a learning component or lesson each session followed by chess play to reinforce what was learned. Chess topics include a brief history of chess, basic rules, notation, basic opening, middle-game tactics, endgame strategies and gambits. Speed chess will also be taught with a tournament (round-robin or double-elimination style) on Friday.

Dare to Draw
Instructor: Mary Haakenson
Would you like to learn how to draw your pets, family, friends, cars, cartoons and even yourself? Learn to draw what is around you, and how to draw anything! Sketch outdoors! Develop your creative right side of your brain, which can help you learn anything more easily. Participate in a student art show!

Painting Play
Instructor: Mary Haakenson
Pick up the tricks that artists know! Think of yourself as an artist and learn to paint like one. Learn methods of painting in watercolors, tempera and pastels. Learn to paint what you see around you. Participate in a student art show!

Snap, Krackle & Pop Chemistry
Instructor: Deb Hribal
Investigate different types of solutions, acids, bases, polymers, gases and liquids. Conduct experiments daily, including creating solutions to form soda, rock candy and ice cream.

Creative Writing
Instructor: John Pruitt
Do journaling using different prompts; create characters and moods and learn what to do with them; then, position characters in different situations. The last half of the class will encompass collaborative story writing, how to use the Internet for inspiration and finally writing different types of poems.

NXT Mindstorms Mission: The Next Generation
Instructor: Deb Cross
Start the fast track to the exciting world of robots and engineering with this class that combines hands-on science, technology and computer programming to create moveable robots. Join in an interactive project that stimulates your imagination and creativity while letting you explore and experience a world without limits. Learn to build and program a working autonomous robot using LabVIEW systems and Lego Mindstorms NXT robotics kits. Student design teams will problem-solve and be ready for competition and other creative challenges.

Rockin’ Rockets
Instructor: Scott Lee
Discover and learn about the fascinating world of aeronautics! Students learn about the history of flight and aeronautics with “hands-on” rocket-building and actual rocket-launching. The class will discuss construction, safety and launch procedures.

Exploring Astronomy
Instructor: Neal Boys
Explore many areas of astronomy, including several hands-on activities such as creating an astro-lab for star-locating, constructing a constellation locator and making a scale model of the solar system. Also, discover many aspects of space using the computer, including weights on other worlds, locating the International Space Station and observing the night sky.

Crime Scene Investigation
Instructor: Christal Lippincott
Become a super sleuth! Search for evidence, gather clues and discover how science can help solve intriguing mysteries. Learn how a Crime Scene Investigator collects and identifies fingerprints, as well as examines hair and clothing fibers.

Computer Game Programming
Instructor: Jim Dabrowski
Use GameMaker software to create a variety of 2-D games, including maze games, scrolling shooter games and platform games with different levels. During the week, you will build several games while learning about game development and object-oriented software development. On the last day of class, demonstrate a game of your own creation to the class. Parents are invited to watch the demonstrations. All students participating in the class will receive a flash drive with the GameMaker software pre-installed for them to keep so they may further develop their games or design new ones.

Dance Courses

The following applies to all dance classes except Line Dancing for Beginners:
Instructor: Michael Mattek, Ph.D., is a long-time ballroom dance instructor.
Why take a ballroom dance class? It is great exercise, you get to listen to great music, you socialize with great people, and you even improve your posture and grace. Perhaps the best reason, though, is to simply experience the “magic” of ballroom dancing – when pixie dust floats down from the ceiling and you suddenly feel yourself floating across the dance floor. Of course, to get to that point, you need to learn a few things first and that is where these workshops can help!

Course offerings: Please check back soon.

Online Paralegal Certificate of Completion Program

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Gain the skills and knowledge needed to perform the basic duties of a paralegal in this six-part, non-credit Paralegal Certificate of Completion series from the University of Wisconsin Colleges. This entry-level online program provides a comprehensive overview of paralegal roles and responsibilities. By the time you finish this series, you will have a solid understanding of what activities a paralegal must perform and how to perform them. If you are interested in becoming a paralegal, completing this program will take you one step closer to your goal.

In this series, you will learn how to:

• Assist trial attorneys
• Interview witnesses
• Investigate complex fact patterns
• Research the law
• Assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation

Who Can Enroll

Anyone with a high school diploma or equivalent can enroll in this program. College experience and/or law office experience is helpful but not required. This program is recommended for those in the legal profession seeking advancement or for someone interested in a career change.

Flexible Study

This is a flexible program designed to let you work at a pace comfortable for you. The certificate series includes a total of six classes each lasting six weeks. Classes are designed to meet the needs of both novices and those currently working in the legal field who are looking to upgrade their skills.

Earning the Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued to those who complete all six courses in the series. You are free to enroll in individual classes but you will not receive a comprehensive certificate of completion until you have completed the six-course series.

After successfully completing the final exam for each course, the student will print an online certificate of completion. Once a student has completed the series, she or he should contact the enrolling UW Colleges campus Continuing Education Department and provide them with a copy of each completion certificate. UW Colleges will then provide the student with a final Certificate of Completion for completing the series.

Completion of all six online courses in the paralegal series prepares an individual to apply for a paralegal position

This is a non-credit program and it does not lead to any type of professional certification or a degree. Although there is no current requirement in any state other than California that a paralegal have any level of professional experience or hold any type of degree, most employers prefer to hire paralegals who have experience working in a law office and/or an associate's degree, in addition to the skills and knowledge taught in this program.

Courses

The first three courses provide the foundation for the study of paralegalism.  During these courses, students will gain an understanding of the American legal system and learn how they can be of assistance in the exciting field of law.  Courses 4-6 take over where courses 1-3 leave off.  Students will learn the advanced skills of legal research and writing, formal and informal advocacy, and appellate procedure.

Paralegal Preparation 1 (Six weeks): Legal Terminology, Process, Ethics, Tort and Contract Law

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If you're interested in becoming a paralegal, this course is an important first step. Paralegals, also known as legal assistants, help lawyers prepare for trials and are responsible for investigating the facts of a case and review laws, legal decisions, and legal articles that might be relevant to the case. Demand for paralegals continues to be strong as more and more private law offices are turning to paralegals to help them reduce costs and provide more legal services in less time. This course provides an overview of the American judicial system focusing on the origins of American law and the litigation process.

Paralegal Preparation 2 (Six weeks): Legal Documents and Analysis

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This course provides an overview of common legal documents. You will prepare sample documents and learn to analyze legal problems.

Paralegal Preparation 3 (Six weeks): Evidence, Legal Interviewing and Investigation

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This course provides an overview of how evidence is gathered and used in a civil case.

Paralegal Preparation 4 (Six weeks): Legal Authority and Research

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This course provides you with the skills you need to conduct legal research.

Paralegal Preparation 5 (Six weeks): Legal Writing and Appellate Procedure

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This course explains how to use computers to assist in legal research. You will practice your legal writing skills by preparing a sample appellate brief.

Paralegal Preparation 6 (Six weeks): Law Office Administration, Advocacy and Job Hunting Techniques

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This course provides a look into the paralegal in the law office and presents techniques for finding a job as a paralegal.

How the Program Works

You will enroll online through the campus nearest you. Courses may be taken individually. However, we recommend students take the courses in the suggested order. A new section of each course starts monthly. Be sure to space the start date for each course at least two months apart. All courses run for six weeks, with a two-week grace period at the end. Two lessons are released each week for the six-week duration of the course. You do not have to be present when lessons are released.

Requirements

Internet access, E-mail, Internet Explorer or Netscape or Firefox Web browser.

Fees

Tuition for each of the six classes is $169.

About the Instructors

Scott and Lisa Hatch will guide you through your lessons, facilitate discussions, and answer your questions. Scott Hatch has presented paralegal courses since 1980 and is the author of Paralegal Procedures and Practices, as well as books on mediation and legal investigation. Lisa Zimmer Hatch, M.A., has been teaching legal certificate and standardized test preparation courses since 1987. She is co-author of numerous law and standardized test texts.

What Students Are Saying

"I learned a lot of material so far that will be useful in my future career. I can't wait for the next course!"

"I love taking this Paralegal course! Online makes it so much better than having to rush after work to a college campus while eating a pack of crackers and a soda for dinner. I plan on taking all of the paralegal program courses."

"I really enjoyed the lessons and assignments. Since I work in this industry, it already explained a lot of what I see and run across on a daily basis."

Travel

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Online Courses

• Ed2go
  Update your skills, discover a new talent or chart a new career path at your own pace and convenience with instructor-led online courses. Visit our Continuing Education website for ed2go at www.ed2go.com/uwrockce and browse our catalog of more than 100 online courses. Courses offered include:
  
  • The Internet
  • Web Page Design
  • Web Graphics & Multimedia
  • Web and Computer Programming
  • Basic Computer Literacy
  • Computer Application
  • Graphic Design
  • PC Troubleshooting, Networking & Security
  • Database Management &Programming
  • Certification Prep
  • Digital Photography & Digital Video
  • Languages
  • Writing & Publishing
  • Entertainment Industry Careers
  • Grant Writing & Nonprofit Management
  • Start Your Own Business
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Accounting
  • Business Administration
  • Personal Development
  • Personal Finance & Wealth Building
  • Health Care, Nutrition & Fitness
  • Personal Enrichment
  • Child Care & Parenting
  • Art History, Psychology & Literature
  • Math, Philosophy & Science
  • Law & Legal Careers
  • Health Care Continuing Education
  • Courses for Teaching Professionals

How to get started:
1. To see all the courses we offer, visit our Online Instruction Center: www.ed2go.com/uwrockce
2. Click the Courses link, choose the department and course title you are interested in and select the Enroll Now button. Follow the instructions to enroll and pay for your course. Here you will enter your e-mail and choose a password that will
grant you access to the Classroom.
3. When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link. To begin your studies, simply log in with your e-mail and the password you selected during enrollment.

Online Noncredit Business Communication Certificate Program

Non-Credit Business Communication Certificate Program – offered completely online. All courses begin the second Monday of the month and run for six weeks. Interactive quizzes, assignments, tutorials, and online discussion areas supplement the lessons. All materials are available over the internet. All you need to get started is Internet access, an e-mail address, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser. Enroll in one, two, or three six-week courses of your choice… or complete all five core courses and at least one elective to earn the Business Communication Certificate. Program can be completed within one year. Note: Campus computer labs are not available for these courses.
Fees: $89 per course; $475 for certificate program (six courses)

Schedule of Courses

These courses will be held in the fall:

Leading Others Whether or Not You’re the Boss
October 13, 2008
Constructing Clear Messages
November 10, 2008
Problem Solving and Decision Making
December 8, 2008
Fees: $89/course or $475 for 6-course certificate program

To register for the Oneline Noncredit Business Communication Certificate Program, Contact Kathy Palmer at 800/859-8334 to register or visit www.uwmanitowoc.uwc.edu and click Continuing Education link on the left side of the screen.

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This page last updated on Friday, May 9, 2008 12:28 PM