Fall 2017 Dickson Evening Course Offerings
Medical Terminology – 72 hours
Students will learn terms used in the medical field.
Cost: $288 tuition + $87 est. book cost.
Class meets Mondays & Thursdays 6-9 p.m.
Class starts Monday, September 11th
Applied Electricity – 30 hours
Entry level program to electricity basics. Student will learn Ohm’s Law, the power wheel, use of a digital multimeter, and AC/DC current theory.
Cost: $224 tuition + $97 est. book cost.
Class meets Tuesdays 5-8 p.m.
Class starts Tuesday, September 12th
Basic HVAC – 42 hours
Electrical fundamentals and troubleshooting related to HVAC/refrigeration equipment.
Cost: $288 tuition + $170 est. book cost.
Class meets Tuesdays 5-8 p.m.
Class starts Tuesday, September 12th
Machine Tool – 60 hours
Learn how to set up and run metal lathes, milling machines, vertical and horizontal band saws, drill presses and more!
Cost: $288 tuition + $254 est. book cost.
Class meets Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-8 p.m.
Class starts Tuesday, September 12th
Welding – 60 hours
Stick welding & practice for certification in limited plates & wire welding using Mig technology. Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), limited; Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) limited; Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and carbon steel; Oxy-Acetylene Welding and Cutting; Plasma Arc Cutting.
Student must provide their own welding helmet, steel- toed shoes, leather gloves, chipping hammer & wire brush.
Cost: $288 tuition + $50 supplies
Stainless Steel and Aluminum available upon request. Additional cost may apply.
Class meets Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-8 p.m.
Class starts Tuesday, September 12th
Introduction to Accounting - 30 hours
This course is designed to introduce general accounting principles and terminology.
We will analyze transactions for a service business, journalize transactions, post entries, prepare a worksheet, and create fiscal-period ending statements (balance sheet, income statement, etc.) After you have completed the course, you will have a clear understanding of debits and credits, T-accounts, the accounting equation, and normal account balances. Doesn’t that sound fun? Come join us!
Cost: $224 tuition + $173 est. book cost.
Class meets Thursdays 5-8 p.m.
Class starts Thursday, September 14th
Microsoft Office 2013 – 45 hours
Are you ready to learn Microsoft Office 2013? This class is designed for those students who have solid basic computer skills and are ready to learn more about Microsoft applications. You will be introduced to Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Upon completion of the course, you will be ready to create your own letters, spreadsheets, presentations, and databases. In addition, you will leave with 1-year access to online training, exercises, and simulations so you can continue learning after class is over.
Cost: $288 tuition + $156 est. book cost.
Class meets Tuesdays 5-8 p.m.
Class starts Tuesday, September 12th
Quickbooks 2015 – 45 hours
This class is designed to acquaint students with using Quickbooks accounting software. Learn to set up a company in the program, create sales receipts, deposits, etc. You should have a basic foundation in accounting concepts & terminology, and solid basic computer skills.
Cost: $288 tuition + $151 est. book cost.
Class meets Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-8 p.m.
Class starts Tuesday, September 12th
Please contact JoAnn Furline if you are interested in any of these night classes by calling (615) 441-6220 or by email at: Joann.Furline@tcatdickson.edu. Tuition payment deadline is August 25th. Registrations are processed on a first come, first served basis. Courses have student minimums and maximums, and may be cancelled if minimum and/or maximum occupancies are not met. All information is subject to change.
Please note: FINANCIAL AID IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR ANY OF THE COURSES LISTED ABOVE.
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