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Semester 2 2010
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Computers & Vocational Skills
Intermediate Computers
Tutor: Cris Ruhr
An intermediate class for people who have completed Microsoft Word and Excel for Beginners, another basic course or who have some computer knowledge and would like to further develop their skills. This course will include word processing using Microsoft Word & Excel.
At: KRNH
Time: Evening Class
7.00 - 9.30pm Tuesdays
8 weeks from August 3
Cost: $120
Manuals for Word and Excel 2007 (Module 1) can be purchased at the House for $30 each
 
Propagation and Growing
Presented by: Tim Connell and guests
An introduction to plant propagation and growing techniques. This course will cover the basics of seed and division growing techniques, seed storage, what plants to sow when, potting on, when to plant out as well as general plant health and maintenance. Day one will focus on growing food plants and ornamentals while the second day focuses on growing local native plants.
At: Neighbourhood House (lunch provided)
Time: 10am - 3pm
Sunday 22nd and 29th August
Cost: $20
Farm Chemical Users Course
Presented by: Kevin Chandler, NMIT
This course provides accredited training on safe use handling storage transport and application of agricultural chemicals. Once completed participants will be eligible for the Victorian Agricultural Chemical Users Permit (ACUP) license. Training will involve theory and practice.
At: Venue: Memorial Hall (Lunch Provided)
Time: 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12th and 19th September
Cost: $20
Grape Vine Winter Pruning Workshop
Facilitator: Philip Lobley
Learn about vine pruning and maintenance in PhilĂ­s Vineyard, the practical way. All aspects of vine pruning will be covered including equipment & methods.
At: Glenburn (Light Lunch Included)
Time: 9:30-1:00pm
Cost:  
You’ve Got Mail
Tutor: To be confirmed.
Learn how to use the internet and email. You will learn how to create an email ad dress, search the net and send a greeting card.
Time: 1.00pm - 3-00pm Wednesdays
3 weeks from Oct 6
Cost: $60.00
Beginners Word & Excel Computers
Tutor: Cris Ruhr
Learn how to get started with Microsoft Word and Excel by gaining an understanding of the working basics. Word and Excel 2003 or 2007 will be offered. Ideal for beginners or those wishing to brush up on their computer skills. Students will work at their own pace using worksheets and manuals. Doing each of these courses individually is also an option.
Time: Evening Class :
7.00 - 9.30pm Tuesdays
8 weeks from Oct 5
(Exclude public Holiday)
Cost: $100.00
Manuals for Word and Excel 2007
(Module 1) can be purchased at the
House for $30 each.