2025 Spring Tuition-Free Certificates & Classes
Here are the Tuition-Free certificates and classes Norco College will offer this Spring
Look below for details on Noncredit Certificates:
Accounting
ACC-801 Setting Up Quickbooks for Small Business
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 #33281
Online 02/18 -03/21/25
Instructor: S. Schepler
ACC-802 Monthly Procedures Using Quickbooks (Two 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 #33283
Online 03/24 – 04/25/25
Instructor: S. Schepler
Section #33284
Online 04/28 – 05/30/25
Instructor: S. Schepler
Administration of Justice
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 educated 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.
(The above section is a short-term class. Please note the start and end dates)
Meeting Dates: Tuesday 5/06, 5:30 - 9:30 pm in STEM 201, Saturday 5/10, 8 am - 5 pm
in STEM 302, Tuesday 5/13 5:30 - 9:30 pm in STEM 302, and Saturday 5/17 8 am - 4 pm
in STEM 200, 201, and 302.
Section #33304
Room: STEM-201
Instructor: S. Williams
Architecture
ARE-824 Revit I-Architectural Drafting
Prerequisite: ENE-21 or DFT-21 or ENE-30 or DFT-30. 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 #33355
Online 02/18 – 04/11/25
Instructor: A. Nindra
ARE-825 Revit Il-Advanced Architectural Drafting
Prerequisite: ARE-824 or ARE-24 or DFT-24. 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 #33356
Lecture: Online
Lab: Monday 6 – 8:05 pm
Dates: 04/21 – 06/13/25
Room: IT-127
Instructor: A. Nindra
ARE-863 3D Tour, Virtual, Mixed, Augmented And Extended Reality
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 #33357
Lecture: Online
Lab: Wednesday 6 – 9:10 pm
Dates: 04/21 – 06/13/25
Room: IT-127
Instructor: A. Farmand
Drafting
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 #33576
Lecture: Online
Lab: Tuesday 6 – 8:20 pm
Dates: 02/18 – 04/11/25
Room: ATEC-109
Instructor: F. Mirzaei
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 #33577
Lecture: Online
Lab: Tuesday 6pm – 9:10pm
Dates: 04/21 – 06/13/25
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 #33578
Lecture: Online
Lab: Thursday 6 – 8:05 pm
Dates: 02/18 – 04/11/25
Room: ATEC-109
Instructor: F. Mirzaei
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 #33580
Lecture: Online
Lab: Thursday 6 – 8:05 pm
Dates: 02/18 – 04/11/25
Room: ATEC-109
Instructor: M. Harris
DFT-863 Advanced Fusion 360
Prerequisite: DFT-42 or DFT-62 Course. 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 #33581
Lecture: Online
Lab: Thursday 6 – 8:22pm
Dates: 04/21 – 06/13/25
Room: ATEC-109
Instructor: M. Harris
Electronics
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 #33651
Lecture: Friday 8 – 11:25 am
Lab: Friday 11:45 am – 1:10 pm
Dates: 02/18 – 06/13/25
Room: IT-202
Instructor: K. Rad
ELE-855 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (osha) Standards for General Industry
Covers OSHA policies, procedures, and standards, as well as safety for general industry and health principles. Topics include scope and application of the OSHA general industry standards. Special emphasis is placed on those areas that are the most hazardous, using OSHA standards as a guide. Upon successful course completion, the student will receive either an OSHA 10 hour general industry or construction industry training completion card.
Section #33652
Online 02/18 – 06/13/25
Instructor: K. Mosley
ELE-864 Programmable Logic Controllers
Fundamentals of programmable logic controllers, with an emphasis on introductory programming of PLCs. Problem analysis with solutions that integrate programming formats, auxiliary commands and functions, common programming languages, and popular software programs used with PLCs. Installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair are inherent components.
Section #33653
Lecture: Online
Lab: Wednesday 6 – 9:10 pm
Dates: 02/18 – 06/13/25
Room: CACT-2
Instructor: P. Van Hulle
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 #33654
Lecture: Monday and Wednesday 6 – 7:25 pm
Lab: Monday and Wednesday 7:35 – 9 pm
Room: IT-124
Engineering
ENE-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 #33669
Lecture: Online
Lab: Friday 6 – 8:05 pm
Dates: 02/18 – 06/13/25
Room: ATEC-109
English As A Second Language
ESL-846 Beginning American College English
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 #33778
Lecture: Monday & Wednesday 6:30 – 9 pm
Dates: 02/18 – 06/13/25
Room: IT-121
Instructor: L. Tougas
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 #33779
Lecture: Monday & Wednesday 6:30 – 9 pm
Dates: 02/18 – 06/13/25
Room: IT-121
Instructor: D. Tougas
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 49. Students will produce a minimum of 3,000 instructor-evaluated writing with an emphasis on basic essay writing in response to reading. Classroom instruction integrates writing lab activities.
Section #33780
Online 02/18 – 06/13/25
Instructor: M. Shirinian
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 50. Students will produce a minimum of 4,500 words of instructor-evaluated writing with an emphasis on essay writing in response to reading. Classroom instruction integrates writing lab activities.
Section #33781
Lecture: Tuesday & Thursday 9:15 – 10:50 am
Lab: Online
Dates: 02/18 – 06/13/25
Instructor: M. Shirinian
ESL-850 Advanced American College English
Designed for non-native speakers of 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. Classroom instruction integrates writing lab activities.
Section #33782
Lecture: Tuesday & Thursday 10:55 am – 12:30 pm
Lab: Online
Dates: 02/18 – 06/13/25
Room: IT-211
Instructor: M. Shirinian
Entrepreneurship
ENP-801 Facebook for Business
Facebook is the most popular social network and a powerful tool for growing and promoting your business. Create effective profiles, pages, groups, and ads. Establish goals and learn how and what to post to achieve them. Build relationships with current and new customers. Increase traffic to your website. Measure the success of your Facebook marketing.
Section #34514
Online 02/18 – 03/14/25
ENP-802 Pinterest and Instagram for Business
Students learn to market and expand a brand using Pinterest and Instagram. Provides the basics and beyond of these platforms, including how to product high level content and effectively use the sites in a marketing strategy to develop a loyal, enthusiastic customer base for their brand.
Section #34515
Online 03/17 – 04/18/25
Instructor: R. Wolfer
ENP-803 Youtube for Business
Students learn to use YouTube to broadcast user and business-generated videos. Topics include creating a custom channel and building a following by uploading and sharing videos that communicate a brand and engage an audience. Students learn to view, upload, and share videos; create playlists and optimize videos for search engines; and add annotations, notes, and links. Uploading and editing film for YouTube is also covered.
Section #34516
Online 04/21 – 05/16/25
Instructor: R. Wolfer
ENP-851 Entrepreneurship Basics
Entrepreneurship has been described as the capacity and willingness to develop, organize and manage a business venture along with any of its risks in order to make a profit. This course will expose students to the basics of entrepreneurship, including design thinking, customer assessment, and problem solving. Additionally, students will focus on lean market strategies for testing product/service validity.
Section #34513
Lecture: Mondays 6 – 9:10 pm
Dates: 02/18 – 04/11/25
Room: ATEC-109
Instructor: A. Martin
Manufacturing Technology
MAN-836 General Machine Shop and Theory of MacHining
An introduction to the basic setup and operating of the lathe, mill, saw, drill press, and grinder. Safety, blueprint reading, measurement, shop math, tool grinding, bench work and layout, cutting concepts, and speed and feed calculations are also included. Emphasis will be on the fundamentals of bench work and layout.
Section #33984
Lecture: Tuesdays 6 – 9:10 pm
Lab: Thursdays 6 – 9:10 pm
Dates: 02/18 – 06/13/25
Room: CACT-2
Instructor: J. Payton
MAN-856 Cnc Machine 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 #33985
Lecture: Online
Lab: Monday 6 – 9:10 pm
Dates: 02/18 – 06/13/25
Room: CACT-2
Instructor: P. Van Hulle
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 #33986
Lecture: Online
Lab: Tuesday 2pm – 5:10pm
Dates: 02/18 – 06/13/25
Room: CACT-2
Instructors: P. Van Hulle and J. Payton
Professional Development Studies
PDS-801 Leadership Skills
Take your leadership from good to great by exploring and applying the top ten skills that every leader must have.
Section #34517
Online 02/18 – 03/14/25
PDS-804 Motivating Yourself and Others
Individuals and leaders explore the key ingredients for strengthening workplace commitment, engagement, and career satisfaction. Apply alternative reward and recognition strategies to increase engagement in the workplace.
Section #34518
Online 03/17 – 04/18/25
PDS-805 Difficult Conversations
Unfortunately, the default tendency for millions remains to try to avoid difficult conversations because they don't know how to structure a discussion. Learn to prepare for a difficult conversation by clarifying your intentions and assumptions and applying a simple model to help you stay centered while you constructively shape what you say. Scripts and tips will be provided and applied to prepare for your next difficult conversation.
Section #34129
Online 02/18 – 03/14/25
Instructor: M. Olivieri
PDS-806 The Art of Negotiating and Collaborating
Participants apply collaboration tools for building high-trust synergistic relationships, analyze the conflict cycle and practice skills to diffuse conflict at each stage for mutual benefit. Assess one's strengths and utilize tools to facilitate and adapt to others styles. Skills include re-framing, neutralizing language, discovering of interests, and leveraging innovative solutions through a collaborative negotiation process.
Section #34519
Online 04/21 – 05/16/25
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 breakthrough ideas, make decisions, and solve your most pressing problems. All by asking the right questions, challenging assumptions, and seeing others' viewpoints with clarity.
Section #34130
Online 02/18 – 03/14/25
Instructor: R. Wolfer
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 #34131
Online 02/18 – 03/14/25
Instructor: A. Thomas
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 #34132
Online: 02/18 – 03/14/25
Instructor: F. Almeida
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 #34133
Online 02/18 – 03/14/25
Instructor: F. Almeida
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 #34134
Online 04/21 – 05/16/25
Instructor: M. Olivieri