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Williamsport Courses
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To register for both credit or noncredit courses, call Penn State Continuing Education in Williamsport at 570-322-5771.
Graduate Credit Summer Programs
CAS 498xx (3 credits)
Communication for a Positive Classroom Environment
This course, geared to upper-level undergraduate and beginning graduate-level students, will focus on communication behaviors that affect the level of positive interaction in a classroom. Designed to meet the needs of teachers in grades K through 12, the content combines discussion of issues and practices discussed in contemporary literature with practical application. The students will explore principles of verbal and nonverbal communication including perception, self-concept, culture, barriers to clear communication, listening skills, and conflict management behaviors.
Tues/Wed/Mon/Tues, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
June 24, 25, 30, and July 1
Instructor: Sandra Lakey
CN ED 401 (3 credits)
Foundations of Chemical Dependency Counseling
An overview of diagnosis and assessment, models for chemical dependency prevention, counseling, and recovery; contexts of chemical dependency treatment. Prerequisite: 3 credits in general psychology
Mon–Thurs, June 30–July 3; Tues–Thurs, July 8–10; Mon–Thurs, July 14–17
8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Gene Brosius
CN ED 507 (3 credits)
Multicultural Counseling: Foundations
Provides foundational information that controverts, complements, and extends traditional psychology and counseling theory and practice. Prerequisite: CN ED 501, CN ED 506
Sat/Sun, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
June 21, 22, 28, 29
Instructor: Keith Wilson
EDLDR 540 (3 credits)
Technology Applications in Educational Leadership
Development and use of information technology applications to analyze common problems faced by educational administrators.
This course runs consecutive weekdays July 2 through 23; 2:20 –5:10 p.m.; No class July 4, 10, or 11. Call 570-322-5771 for details.
Instructor: Bill Hartman
EDTEC 449 (3 credits)
Video and Hypermedia in the Classroom
Skills and knowledge needed to direct the use of learning technologies in educational settings. Prerequisite: INSYS 415
149239
Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
June 30–July 11 (no class July 4)
Instructor: Dwight Woodley
EDTEC 461 (3 credits)
Designing Computer Networks for Education
Applying fundamental concepts of computer networking to design effective
networks for educational purposes. Prerequisite: EDTEC 448
154570
Mon–Fri, 1:00–5:30 p.m.
June 30–July 11 (no class July 4)
Instructor: Dwight Woodley
ENGL 497A (3 credits)
Teaching Writing from Process to Product
Tues/Thurs, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
June 17, 19, 24, and 26
Instructor: Beth Rogowsky
ENGR 409 (3 credits)
(US) Leadership in Organizations
Development of leadership skills essential for engineers to guide colleagues or an organization in a productive direction.
Mon/Wed, 6:00–9:00 p.m.
May 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 28;
June 2, 4, 9, 11, 16
delivered through interactive TV via University Park
FOR 497A (3 credits)
History of Logging Era in North Central Pennsylvania, Part I
This course will focus on the rich history of the logging era in north central Pennsylvania from the 1850s to 1940. Topics will include the Susquehanna River, logging camps, the Susquehanna log boom, railroads, the Pennsylvania canal system, the “Last Raft” accident, the iron ore and tannery industries, the Civilian Conservation Corps, and related state and national conservation policies. Field trips and hands-on activities will be incorporated into the course.
149248
Wed/Thurs/Fri/Mon/Tues, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
June 25, 26, 27, 30, and July 1
Instructors: Jack Fisher and James Pivirotto
FOR 497B (3 credits)
Lumber Processing
This course will have three emphases: hardwood lumber grading, lumber manufacturing, and lumber drying. Basic concepts to be covered will include grading rules (established by the National Hardwood Lumber Association), forklift operation, sawmill safety, sawing procedures, edging, lumber handling, lumber preparation for air-drying, and shipping. The course will include a field trip to a local wood-processing facility.
Williamsport
149251
Thurs/Fri/Mon/Tues/Wed, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
July 17, 18, 21, 22, 23
Instructors: Jack Fisher and James Pivirotto
FOR 497C (3 credits)
Environmental Science/Forestry
This course will focus on skills used in the practice of forestry and will include hands-on activities in the field. Topics will include botany, dendrology, mensuration, surveying, GPS, fire management, insects and disease, and wildfire management.
149254
Thurs/Fri/Mon/Tues/Wed, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
July 10, 11, 14, 15, 16
Instructor: Jack Fisher
FOR 497D (3 credits)
History of Logging Era in North Central Pennsylvania, Part II
This course is designed as a follow-up to the History of Logging Era, Part I. While the time period remains the same, the emphasis will shift to certain specific topics, including the Pennsylvania canal system, ghost lumber towns, the Shay locomotive, horse logging, covered bridges, and one-room school houses. Field trips and hands-on activities are incorporated into the course schedule.
149257
Mon/Tues/Wed/Fri/Mon, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
June 16, 17, 18, 20, 23
Instructor: Jack Fisher
FOR 497E (3 credits)
Geographic Information Systems for Educators/Forestry Emphasis
This course covers the concepts and skills that will be used to produce maps using ArcGIS 9.0 software by ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute). ESRI dominates the GIS software market. This course will introduce the skills needed to produce a thematic map. Topics will include: Introducing ArcGIS, working with ArcMAP, coordinate systems and map projections, drawing and symbolizing features, and integrating GPS (Global Positioning Systems) with GIS.
149266
Thurs/Fri/Mon/Tues/Wed, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
July 24, 25, 28, 29, 30
Insructor: James Pivirotto
FOR 497F (3 credits)
Forestry Management II
This course deals with basic chain saw safety and harvesting techniques. It will cover basic concepts of personal safety, tree assessment, felling, buckling, limbing, and chain saw maintenance as it pertains to the safe operation of the chain saw in harvesting trees. Special emphasis will be given to the application of such concepts in lab and fieldwork.
149242
Wed/Thurs/Fri/Mon/Tues, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
July 16, 17, 18, 21, and 22
Instructor: Dennis Ringling
INSYS 441 (3 credits)
Design, Development, and Evaluation of Internet Resources
Design, production, and evaluation of instructional materials for delivery on the Internet.
Tues/Wed/Thurs, 8:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
July 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, with three classes held online
Instructor: Penny Johnson
INSYS 498A (2 credits)
Colloquium on Learning and Instruction for Individual Classroom Settings
Applies instructional design and principles of learning to address a classroom problem.
Sat, 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
July 12 and Aug 2
Some components of course are to be completed online.
Instructor: Jennifer McLean
KINES 497B (3 credits)
Current Topics in Coaching Education
152902
Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
July 7–11 (2 days of instruction at University Park)
Instructor: William Buckley
NURS 407 (3 credits)
Drugs of Abuse and Mental Health Issues
Examines the health care needs across the lifespan of clients who have an alcohol or other drug disorder.
152911
Thurs/Fri/Mon/Tues/Wed, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
June 19, 20, 23, 24, 25
Instructor: Diane Ebken
NURS 497C (3 credits)
Sports and Activity-Related Emergency Care
University Park
154339
Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
June 16–19
NURS 504 (3 credits)
Pharmacologic Therapy
Use of pharmacologic therapies in advanced practice nursing.
Online May 14–July 25. Call the State College office at 800-228-1627 for details.
SPLED 498X (2 credits)
Students with Autism in Inclusive Settings
“Inclusive” public education refers to the provision of instruction in general educational classrooms and settings whenever feasible, as opposed to the use of segregated, specialized contexts. This course is intended to bring recommended material, methods, and suggested classroom modifications to general educators, counselors, and others for supporting and extending more specialized interventions.
Wed/Thurs, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
June 25 and 26
interactive television via University Park
Instructor: Valerie Postal
Who should attend: Since the program is not based on a certification, previous HR experience is not required. The program is a great opportunity for entry-level HR professionals who are exploring HR as a career field such as line managers who have HR responsibilities and staffing specialists whose experience has been in a single functional area.
This program will be offered in the fall of 2008. Call the Williamsport Continuing Education office at 570-322-5771 to be notified when dates and more information becomes available.
PHR and SPHR Certification Review Courses
The Society for Human Resource Management's PHR or SPHR certification distinguishes you among your peers and highlights your commitment to your career as an HR professional. These valuable, industry-recognized credentials can open doors to unlimited career opportunities and professional growth. The SHRM Learning System is the only PHR/SPHR certification preparation program that consistently beats the national pass rate. Benefits to Your Career
The SHRM Learning System prepares you for the HRCI Certification Exam. The program also broadens your HR perspective, enhances your professional development, and strengthens your understanding of key HR issues.
Updated content based on HRCI's new Body of Knowledge
New interactive case study designed to test your ability to apply HR concepts
SPHR Preparation Book, designed specifically to help prepare SPHR candidates with additional SPHR-level questions
100-question post-test that mimics the HRCI certification exam to increase your confidence
Program Benefits:
- Expert HR practitioner leads you through the program
- Structured learning environment
- Interact with your peers and participate in discussions to facilitate learning
- Class time is supplemented with out-of-class readings and practice exams
Course fee: $925 and includes six workbooks based on HRCI exam specifications and a practice CD.
Next course: Fall 2008
Call the Williamsport office or send an e-mail to psu4you@outreach.psu.edu to ask to be notified when the course dates and locations are announced.
Real Estate Certification
Real Estate Fundamentals RE 5016A is a foundation for the study of real estate in Pennsylvania, covering language, principles, and laws that govern the business. July 19, 20, 26, 27, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Real Estate Practice RE 5017A is an introduction to all facets of the real estate business, including a survey of areas of specialization, with emphasis on the role of a real estate agent in residential brokerage. Examination of a real estate transaction is designed to provide a working knowledge of the forms and documents used, and the related materials. August 16, 17, 23, 24, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Course fee: $258 per person
(Please note: This fee does not cover the cost of any textbooks required for the course.)
Contact the Williamsport Office
April 22, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
Treating others with respect in the workplace is crucial to individual, group, and organizational success. When it happens, organizations can flourish. Failure to communicate respectfully can cause productivity declines, higher work-related stress levels, and increased employee turnover. In this program you can learn how to seek mutual understanding, use inclusive rather than exclusive language, be polite and courteous, and maintain composure and professionalism in difficult interactions.
Program Outline:
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The importance of respectful communication
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Inclusive communication
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Conditions that foster disrespect
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Valuing your co-workers
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Achieving understanding between communicators
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Being respectful in high-stress situations
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Listening in a respectful way
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Building a more respectful workplace
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Promoting civility
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Shaping the organizational climate to promote respect
Course fee: $179 open enrollment, or $149 for Manufacturer's Association of Central Pennsylvania members
- The new SAT exam format
- The recommended order for taking the test
- How to compute your own SAT score on the sample test
- Ways to improve test vocabulary by using known words or word parts
- The advantages and disadvantages of guessing on the test
- Ways to reduce time necessary to answer questions
SAT Math
Mon–Wed, August 4–6, 9:00 a.m.–noon
SAT Verbal
Mon–Wed, August 11 –13, 9:00 a.m.–noon
Course fee: The fee for each three-day course is $120 per person plus textbook and practice.
Contact the Williamsport Office
Supervision Essentials Series
a leadership competency program for new and upcoming frontline supervisors
The Supervision Essentials Series focuses on developing practical skills in four key areas related to successfully supervising and leading today’s individuals and teams. It provides an excellent opportunity for newer supervisors, as well as those looking to advance to a supervisory position, to move beyond the “basics” to a better grasp of supervisory skills and competencies. You can customize the series by selecting the courses that are most relevant to your work environment.
- Convenient half-day sessions
- Class size of 20, or fewer, participating as a group through the entire program
- Time between sessions to allow for application of concepts in the workplace
- Certificate from Penn State awarded upon completion
- One CEU (Continuing Education Unit) awarded for every ten hours of instruction
- Online materials for flexible delivery of content
Program Schedule
Course 1: Supervisory Roles and Responsibilities (MDEV 6000)
Module 1: Meeting Supervisory Responsibilities
Module 2: Communicating Effectively
Module 3: Building Work Relationships
Module 4: Leading Others
Thursdays, March 6–27, 3:00–6:30 p.m. (will be offered again in fall 2008)
Course 2: Managing Employee Performance (MDEV 6001)
Module 1: Setting the Stage for Excellent Performance
Module 2: Clarifying Expectations and Observing Performance
Module 3: Coaching and Providing Feedback
Module 4: Dealing with Challenging Performance Situations
Thursdays, April 3–24, 3:00–6:30 p.m.
Course 3: Solving Problems and Managing Priorities (MDEV 6002)
Module 1: Managing Time and Priorities
Module 2: Solving Problems
Module 3: Resolving Conflicts
Module 4: Supervising Projects
Thursdays, May 1–22, 3:00–6:30 p.m.
Course 4: Developing Individuals and Teams (MDEV 6010)
Module 1: Interviewing and Selecting Employees
Module 2: Developing Employees
Module 3: Developing a Team
Module 4: Building a Positive Work Climate
Thursdays, May 29 and June 19, 3:00–6:30 p.m.
Course fee and grants: The tuition is $645 per course for single enrollment and $525 per course for multiple company enrollments. It includes all program materials. Grant funds may be available to eligible companies.
Contact the Williamsport Office
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