2024 Fall Tuition-Free Certificates & Classes
Here are the Tuition-Free certificates and classes Norco College will offer this Fall!
Look below for details on Noncredit Certificates:
ACC-801 Setting Up QuickBooks for Small Business (2 Sections)
Learn the basics of small business bookkeeping using QuickBooks, financial reporting, and how to analyze and record financial transactions. Discusses accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes and common banking activities.
Section #38212
08/19-09/14/24
Instructor: S. Schepler
Online
Section #39411
09/16-10/12/24
Instructor: S. Schepler
Online
ACC-802 Monthly Procedures Using QuickBooks (2 Sections)
Develop and apply monthly procedures used in accounting for small business. Continue to build small business accounting knowledge, gain practical experience working with day-to-day transactions. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and examine/audit income statement accounts on a monthly basis. Prepare adjusting journal entries. Prepare financial statements.
Section #38213
09/16-10/1/24
Instructor: S. Schepler
Online
Section #38214
10/14/-11/09/24
Insturctor: S. Schepler
Online
ACC-803 Year End Procedures with QuickBooks
Develop and apply year end procedures used in accounting for small business using QuickBooks. Prepare closing journal entries for year end. Prepare reports for tax accountants. Purge files and prepare for the new year.
Section #38215
10/14-11/09/24
Instructor: S. Schepler
Online
ADJ-801 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training is consistent with a nationwide approach designed for individuals and businesses to understand the hazards that may impact their home, community and workplace in the event of a disaster. Recognized and supported by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and professional first responders, this training equips individuals with the knowledge and skills that will educate them in disaster preparedness at home, in the community, or the workplace, and be more resilient when an incident occurs. Emergency response training to support and enhance your community and workplace will be provided through team building, collaboration, and other hands-on activities.
Section #38232
10/22 & 10/26/24 at 5:30pm – 9:30pm Room STEM-301 and STEM-302
10/29 at 5:30pm – 9 :30pm Room STEM-301
11/02/24 8am – 4pm Room STEM-302
ARE-824 Revit I- Architectural Drafting
Introduction to methods and techniques used in the development of architectural construction documents for light frame structures (Type V construction) including construction theory, notation, materials symbols, drawing format and general practice. Using Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD)and Building Information Modeling (BIM-Revit I), this course will focus on the drawing of a set of plans to include a plot plan, foundation plan, floor plan(s), sections, exterior and interior elevations, electrical plan and basic structural details. Sketching techniques will also be covered..
Section #38274
08/19-10/11/24
Instructor: A. Nindra
Lecture Online
Lab Monday Online 6pm – 8:05pm Online
ARE-825 Revit II- Advanced Architectural Drafting
Advanced study of architectural detailing and construction methods, including the preparation of working drawings. Other topics include the development of construction documents, study of the Uniform Building Code, and practice from site selection to completion using advanced Computer Aided Design tools (CAD-Revit II). A completed portfolio is a requirement of the course.
Section #38275
10/14-12/14/24
Instructor: A. Nindra (lecture)
Instructor: W. Brown (lab)
Lecture Online
Lab Monday 6pm – 8:50pm Online
ARE-863 3d Tour, Virtual, Mixed, Augmented and Extended Reality
Introduces concepts of Building Information Modeling (BIM), virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR),mixed reality (MR) and extended reality (XR) technologies, to build basic 3D models, scan objects, 360 degree space photography, design and edit 3D tours from various spaces inside and outside buildings as a tool for visual communication, prepare virtual field trip, walkthrough and fly for presentation, and show existing spaces using, scanner, camera, drone, current 3D and BIM software to architects, contractors, realtors, clients, or game developers.
Section #38276
10/14-12/14/24
Instructor: A. Farmand
Lecture Online
Lab Monday 6pm-9:10pm Online
DFT-830 Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)
A two-dimensional computer aided drafting class for drafters. Students will use an AUTOCAD computer drafting system to develop "computer drawn" drawings, which are typical to the various fields of drafting.
Section #38551
08/19-10/11/24
Instructor: F. Mirzaei
Lecture Online
Lab Tuesday 6pm – 9:10pm Room ATEC-109
DFT-831 Advanced Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)
This course focuses on applying advanced AutoCAD skills in the design process to create models, drawings, and related documentation for a variety of applications and industries. Topics include blocks, attributes, external references, solid, mesh, and surface modeling, presentation, and photorealistic rendering. Students develop and apply skills in visualizing, creating, and editing 3D shapes for modeling, testing, rapid prototyping, and marketing. The course emphasizes improving productivity and developing modeling and presentation skills.
Section #38552
10/14-12/14/24
Instructor: F. Mirzaei
Lecture Online
Lab Tuesday 6pm – 9:10pm Room ATEC-109
DFT-842 Solidworks I
The basic elements of engineering graphics communication are covered in this course with the emphasis on preparation and use of detail and assembly drawings and application of geometric tolerancing (ANSI Y14.5). Interpretation of engineering drawings, representation of threads and fasteners, and assembly drawings using SolidWorks will be included.
Section #38553
08/19-10/11/24
Instructor: F. Mirzaei
Lecture Online
Lab W 6pm – 9:10pm Room ATEC-109
DFT-842B Soildworks II
An advanced course in using the three-dimensional parametric solid-modeler SolidWorks. Designed to further 3D parametric solid modeling software techniques learned in SolidWorks I. Students will delve deeper into topics that were introduced in the first SolidWorks course such as extruding, sweeping, lofting, shelling, assemblies, and animation.
Section #38554
10/14-12/14/24
Instructor: F. Mirzaei
Lecture Online
Lab Wednesday 6pm-9:10pm Room ATEC-109
DFT-862 Basic Fusion 360
The basic elements of engineering graphics communication are covered in this course with the emphasis on preparation and use of detail and assembly drawings and application of geometric tolerancing (ANSI Y14.5). Interpretation of engineering drawings, representation of threads and fasteners, and assembly drawings using Autodesk Fusion 360 will be included.
Section #38556
10/14-12/14/24
Lecture Online
Lab Thursday 6pm – 8:05pm Online
DFT-863 Advanced Fusion 360
Provides theory and hands-on application of the design process, 3D modeling, prototyping, and manufacturing to students with prior modeling experience or coursework. Building upon drafting fundamentals, students develop skill in computer-aided solid modeling, additive manufacturing, and conventional machining processes. Students develop and refine modeling skills, produce prototypes, enhance presentation models, and use simulation and 3D printing tools to solve design problems individually and in teams. Additional topics include problem identification, concept generation, project management, risk reduction, file translation, virtual/augmented reality (VR/AR), quality control, and Computer Numerical Control (CNC).
Section #38556
10/14-12/14/24
Instructor: D. Castaneda
Lecture Online
Lab Thursday 6pm-9:10pm Room ATEC-109
ELE-810 Survey of Electronics
Basic electronic theory featuring electron-flow, Ohm's, Watt's, and Kirchoff's Laws, analog DC and AC devices, circuits, parameters and equations, diodes, transistors, thyristors, digital logic, integrated circuits, power supplies, amplifiers, oscillators, with laboratory test and measurement equipment.
Section #38625
08/19-12/14/25
Instructor: K. Rad
Lecture Friday: 8am – 11:35am Room IT-202
Lab Friday: 11:45am – 1:10pm Room IT-202
ELE-827 Technical Communications
Basic electronic theory featuring electron-flow, Ohm's, Watt's, and Kirchoff's Laws, analog DC and AC devices, circuits, parameters and equations, diodes, transistors, thyristors, digital logic, integrated circuits, power supplies, amplifiers, oscillators, with laboratory test and measurement equipment.
Section #38626
08/19-12/14/24
Lecture Wednesday: 7:45am-10:55am Room IT-125
ELE-874 Industrial Wiring and Controls
Industrial controls and electrical wiring of modern facilities, manufacturing, or warehousing. Included will be production equipment, conveyor systems, hydraulic and pneumatic controls, power distribution, blueprint reading, electrical control wiring, PLC (programmable logic controller) control wiring, VFD (variable frequency drives) wiring and programming.
Section #38627
08/19-12/14/25
Instructor: J. Vela
Lecture Monday & Wednesday: 6pm – 7:25pm Room IT-124
Lab Monday & Wednesday: 7:35pm – 9pm Room IT-124
ELE-851 Print Reading
A beginning course in the study of blueprints and their interpretation, types of projection, symbols, and abbreviations. This course is designed for students interested in print reading for the machine trades.
Section #38642
08/19-12/14/24
Instructor: M. Dowlatabadi
Lecture Online
Lab Friday: 6pm – 7:25pm Online
ESL-846 Beginning American College English
Students should be aware that course is taught in English. Description: Designed for non-native speakers of English. Develops writing, reading, and oral language expression in academic American English language at beginning level to prepare students to enter ESL-847. Students will produce a minimum of 1,000 words or more of instructor-evaluated writing with an emphasis on academic paragraph writing in response to reading.
Section #38756
08/19-12/14/24
Instructor: L. Tougas
Lecture Monday & Wednesday 6:30pm – 9pm Room IT-211
ESL-847 Low-Intermediate American College English
Designed for non-native speakers of English. Develops writing, reading, and oral language expression in academic American English language at a low-intermediate level to prepare students to enter ESL 848. Students will produce a minimum of 1,750 words of instructor-evaluated writing with an emphasis on academic paragraph writing in response to reading.
Section #38757
08/19-12/14/24
Instructor: D. Tougas
Lecture Monday & Wednesday 6:30pm – 9pm Room IT-110
ESL-848-Intermediate American College English
Designed for non-native speakers of English. Develops writing reading, and oral language expression in academic American English language at an intermediate level to prepare students to enter ESL 849. Students will produce a minimum of 3,000 instructor-evaluated writing with an emphasis on basic essay writing in response to reading.
Section #38758
08/19-12/14/24
Instructor: M. Shirinian
Lecture Online
ESL-849 High-Intermediate American College English
Designed for non-native speakers of English. Develops writing, reading, and oral language expression in academic American English language at an intermediate level to prepare students to enter ESL 850. Students will produce a minimum of 4,500 words of instructor-evaluated writing with an emphasis on essay writing in response to reading.
Section #38759
08/19-12/14/24
Instructor: M. Shirinian
Lecture Online
ESL-850 Advanced American College English
Develops writing, reading, and oral language expression in academic American English language at an advanced level to prepare students to enter English 1A. Students will produce a minimum of 6,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing with an emphasis on expository essay writing in response to advanced readings from various sources and a novel.
Section #38760
08/19-12/14/24
Instructor: M. Shirinian
Lecture Online
MAN-856 CNC Machine S Set-up and Operation
Fundamental skills related to the setup and operation of CNC (Computer Numerically Control) machine tools. Students will set up and operate CNC machine tools exposing them to CNC controllers and some CNC manual programming. Students will gain hands-on experience with CNC machine tools.
Section #38942
08/19-12/14/24
Instructor: P. Van Halle
Lecture Monday & Wednesday 2pm-3:25pm CACT-2
Lab Monday & Wednesday 3:35pm – 5pm CACT-2
MAN-857 CNC Program Writing
Introduction to manual CNC program writing. This course includes the Cartesian coordinate system, absolute/incremental programming, circular interpolation, cutter radius compensation, canned cycles, and other programming techniques related to CNC machine tools. Students will gain hands-on experience with CNC machine tools.
Section #38943
08/19-12/14/24
Instructor: P. Van Hulle
Lecture Online
Lab Wednesday 6pm-9:10pm Room IT-127
MAN-860 Hydraulic and Pneumatic System
Basics of hydraulic and pneumatic systems including physical properties of liquids under pressure. Pumps, motors, accumulators, valves and drive cylinders are studied. The design and assembly of both high- and low-pressure fluid control systems from standard components is experienced. Applications of fluids in robotic and industrial equipment systems are presented.
Section #39405
PDS-808 Critical Thinking, Problem Solving and Decision Making
In today's workplace, it is everyone's job to solve problems and make decisions. Analytical thinking, decision making and problem solving involve breaking things down into their component parts, applying deductive reasoning and then applying judgment and insight. Learn hands-on techniques to generate break through ideas, make decisions, and solve your most pressing problems.
Section #39075
09/02-09/27
Instructor: R. Wolfer
Online
PDS-809 Business Writing in a Technological World
Participants will develop effective and professional business writing skills using business tone, organization and formatting, word choice and persuasion. Matching the delivery channel (email, letter, memo, or text) to the message type and situation will be covered, as well as the best methods to deliver bad news.
Section #39076
09/30-10/25/24
Instructor: A. Thomas
Online
PDS-810 Time Management
Participants explore time management strategies and tools for effectively managing expanding workloads, shifting priorities and increasing demands. Practice prioritizing "important" versus "urgent" activities. Emphasis on analyzing current use of time; identifying organizational goals, roles and priorities; discovering gaps to achieving goals; and applying time management tools to the gaps to complete important priorities first.
Section #39077
11/14-12/06/24
Instructor: R. Wolfer
Online
PDS-812 Workplace Communication Strategies
Participants assess and optimize current workplace communication skills. Differentiate content, emotions, perceptions, and intentions in a communication exchange. Build an advanced communication toolkit to forward your career. Illustrate clear and congruent verbal and nonverbal messages tailored to the personalities involved, the desired outcomes, and the context.
Section #39078
09/02-09/27/24
Instruction: R. Wolfer
Online
PDS-816 Personal Finance
Overview of personal financial management skills, positive banking relations, and achieving financial security. Topics include: Personal budgeting; saving; credit; appropriate use of credit cards; banking services; consumer installment loans; and buying real estate.
Section #39079
08/19-09/13/24
Instructor: A. Molina Padilla
Online
PDS-817 Financial Future
Students will learn to review an individual financial situation, develop financial goals for retirement and identify appropriate means to achieve these goals. Topics will include: Financial goal setting; life insurance; different types of retirement accounts; and investment options.
Section #39082
09/30-10/25/24
Instructor: A. Molina Padilla
Online
PDS-818 The Successful Job Search
Students interested in getting a job or progressing in their current career will learn essential skills for successful transitions in the workplace. Topics covered include identifying job markets and industries, conducting a comprehensive job search, networking, creating a resume and cover letter, and effective interview techniques.
Section #39084
08/19-09/13/24
Instructor: M. Olivieri