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Appliance Repair Class………………………………………….…6 Automotive Detail....……………………………………………..6 Bicycle Repair……………………………………………………….6 Build Your Own Acoustic Guitar, Ukulele, or Dulcimer……………………………………………………………….…7 Lawn Equipment Maintenance and Repair………..…7 TEL MTM Prep………………..…………………………………..……7 Photography—Digital Camera Refresher……………..8 Photography—Lighting Essentials…………………………..8 Woodworking—Wood Jewelry Making…………...…..9 Woodworking—Keepsake Boxes…………………………9 Woodworking—Open Lab…………………………………...9 Ready for Riches in Real Estate……………………………...…14 Stocks and Bonds—Are Stocks Still a Good Buy With Interest Rates Rising?..............................................................14 Stocks and Bonds—Personality Traits of Successful Investors…………………………………………………………………...14 Stocks and Bonds—The Fundamentals of Investing..14 Tax Sale—Purchasing Lien Certificates and Properties…………………………………………………………………15 The Art and Techniques of Effective Selling……………..15 The Entrepreneurial Think Tank—Where the Next Great Idea is Born…………………………………………………….15 Travel the World Without Spending a World of Money…………………………………………………………….………..16 Understanding and Optimizing Your Investment Choices……………………………………………………………………..16 Skills Building Classes Book Club…………………………………………………..………10 Grant Workshop……………………………………………………10 Business Classes Business Planning I—Developing a Business Plan…11 Business Planning II—Fine Tuning Your Business Plan………………………………………………………………………..11 Credit—How Are My Scores Determined?..................12 Credit—A Fresh Start…………………………………………….12 TEL How to Start and Run a Small Business…………..12 Live Large Without Spending Large………………………13 Money for College……………………...………………………...13 Protect Yourself from Identity Theft…………………..13 Personal Development Classes Airbrush Painting—Beginner………………………………..17 Airbrush Painting—Level II……………………………………17 Basic Handgun Class………………………………………………...17 Creative Metal Jewelry Making…………………………………18 Glass Etching…………………………………………………………….18 TEL Guitar I……………………………………………………………….19 TEL Guitar II………………………………………………………………19 Meet Me at the Dunes: Geology of our Region…….20 Piano—Level 1………………………………………………………20 Piano—Keyboard Chords……………………………………...20 Piano—Level 2………………………………………………………21 Stained Glass—The Next Level…………………………………21 Table of Contents 3 Health and Fitness Classes Barron’s Martial Arts and Self Defense………………….26 Fitness for Life……………………………………………………….26 Fitness Solutions I………………………………………………….27 Fitness Solutions II…………………………………………………27 Weight Watchers…………………………………………………..28 Yoga…………………………………………………………………..28 Computer Classes Cut the Cord—Mini Class………………………………………30 Digital Forensics—How Did They Know That?..........30 Fix My Cellphone or Tablet………………………………...31 Fix My Computer………………………………………………..31 TEL iCloud and iTunes—Mini Class……………..……..31 Let’s Learn Linux—It’s Easy!..........................................32 Movie Converting and Editing for Beginners……..32 PC Upgrade and Repair and Troubleshooting………33 Pogoplug Service for Unlimited Cloud Storage and Backup…………………………………………………………………..33 The Best Android Phone/Tablet Apps…………………...34 The Best iPhone/iPad Apps…………………………………...34 The Best Windows 8 Modern/Metro Apps……………34 Upgrading and Using the New Apple Mavericks OS X……………………………………….……………35 Using Your Android Phone or Tablet…………………….35 Using Your iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Upgrading to the latest iOS…………………………………………………………36 Virus Protection Workshop………….………………………..36 Telecasting Classes TEL MTM Prep TEL How to Start and Run a Small Business TEL Guitar I TEL Guitar II TEL iCloud and iTunes—Mini Class One-Day Classes Live Large without Spending Large Meet me at the Dunes: Geology of our Region Money for College Protect Yourself from Identity Theft Ready for Riches in Real Estate The Best Android Phone/Tablet Apps The Best iPhone/iPad Apps The Best Windows 8 Modern/Metro Apps Travel the World Without Spending the World Virus Protection Workshop Saturday Classes Barrons Martial Arts and Self Defense Meet Me at the Dunes: Geology of Our Region Stocks and Bonds—Are Stocks Still a Good Buy With Interest Rates Rising? Stocks and Bonds—Personality Traits of Successful Investors Stocks and Bonds—The Fundamentals of Investing Off-Site Classes Certified Associate in Project Management…………..37 Effective Business Writing Skills………………………….…37 LEED 205—Green Building and LEED, Preparing for the LEED Green Associate Exam……………………………37 HVAC 201 Cooling Service……………………………………38 Professional Presence 107……………………………………..38 If space is available, any class with a diamond () next to the title is a class open to spouses of active Local 1010 and 1011 and retired Local 1010 and 1011 Steelworkers. Classes without a diamond next to them are for active steelworkers only! 4 Table of Contents continued Local 1011 Members Local 1010 Members 1. 1. ONLINE ONLINE Log on to www.bkjoblink.org Log on to www.ihlearningcenter.org 2. PHONE 2. PHONE Call (219)399-8135 or (219)399-8136 Call (219)354-0077 Fax (219)354-0853 3. WALK-IN 3. WALK-IN Office location and hours: Office location and hours: JobLink Learning Center 3333 Michigan Avenue East Chicago, Indiana 46312 Leon Lynch Learning Center 1410 Broadway Avenue East Chicago, Indiana 46312 Monday-Thursday 8:30-4:30pm Friday 8:00-4:00pm Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00pm PHONE rs be m e 10 M 0 1 l Loca iverdale R Call (708)392-1083 Fax (708) 392-1193 WALK-IN Office location and hours: 13500 South Perry Avenue Riverdale, Illinois 60827 5 Automotive Detail Learn how to get that new car finish back! You will learn how to safely use a commercial buffer in addition to learning about the various compounds, polishes, and cleaners. This will be a team effort. All supplies provided! Prerequisites: None Appliance Repair Class We all have appliances we depend on - but now, don't depend on technicians to keep them going. DIY! Students will learn to repair such items as dryers, washers, ranges and refrigerators. Every class will be a hands-on experience you will always remember. Prerequisites: None Wednesdays April 2 to June 18 8:00am to 11:00am or 4:00 to 7:00pm Location: Appliance Depot 4728 Hohman Ave Hammond, Indiana Instructor: Roland Alvarez : NOTE ill have a E S A E w PL NOT count at is t's ac icipan a course th e. So, t r a p at f or Each ction start d your u e d h e t d full ORE tact d BEF re you con efore the e p p o b su dr make ment office are not e s a e u l p p evelo r class if yo d r e e car you ate of . d t r a t s nd o atte able t 6 Technical Classes Tuesdays April 29 to June 17 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Joe Hynek Bicycle Repair Learn how to change tires, fix flats, true rims, adjust brakes and gears as well as inspect cranks and front forks. You'll learn more about your bike than you ever knew, such as proper bike fit and seat height. Also presented is the theory behind proper gear selection, riding safety and training. Bring your bike! Prerequisites: None Wednesdays April 30 to June 4 9:00am to 11:00am or 3:30 to 5:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Joe Hynek Build Your Own Acoustic Guitar, Ukulele, or Dulcimer This class will teach traditional woodworking techniques using both hand tools and wood shop power tools to learn about the science and craft of Lutherie (string instrument construction). We will apply the physics of sound/vibration energy, the mathematics of fretboard design, the mechanical properties of various woods, and engineering principles to construct a quality musical instrument. This is not a simple kit-construction. The chosen acoustic instrument (guitar, ukulele, or dulcimer) will be constructed of woods including spruce, mahogany, and rosewood. Each student will be required to pay for materials which could range between $150 and $200. Prerequisites: None Thursdays May 22 to July 17 9:00am to 1:00pm or 3:00 to 7:00pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Dave Dolak Lawn Equipment Maintenance and Repair Tired of waiting two or more weeks for your lawn equipment to be serviced? How about a seventy dollar repair bill to get that mower tuned up? Why not take charge by repairing equipment yourself. Bring your mowers, tractors, snow blowers, chain saws, and other equipment to class for tune-ups, repairs, or complete overhauls. Two service manuals are included with the class. Prerequisites: None Mondays Session 1: April 21 to July 14 (There will be no class held on May 26th) Session 2: July 21 to October 13 (There will be no class held on September 1st) 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Mike Daly MTM Prep This course will briefly touch on procedures such as welding, hydraulics, pumps, piping, print reading, machinery, tools, and more! This course is for anyone who wants to get an understanding of MTM principles or for those who want to improve their Ramsay score. Prerequisites: None Wednesdays April 23 to July 23 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Nick Nash Technical Classes continued 7 Photography—Digital Camera Refresher So you have a digital camera and are wondering how it works? This class is designed for those wanting to learn more about how to use their digital camera. Various camera settings will be covered using a hands-on method with the students own camera. There are so many camera settings that can take the fun out of photography. We will help to take the mystery out of using these new featurepacked cameras. The class will also cover solid photographic principles and composition so that your photos will stand out from the rest. The class will consist of lecture, PowerPoint presentations, videos and plenty of hands-on digital camera use in the classroom. Students will be encouraged to bring in digital pictures they shoot for review in class. Be prepared to do weekly photo assignments that will be designed to help make you a better photographer. Bring your camera to class so that we may be able to check out and use your camera while in class. Prerequisites: One must own a modern digital camera, have basic knowledge of camera use, and have a desire to learn more about camera settings and controls. Wednesdays July 16 to August 27 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Bill Staniec 8 Technical Classes continued Photography—Lighting Essentials Lighting is essential to all photography, but how do you control it, modify it, and choose the right tools and positions for your work? Take the mystery and confusion out of lighting and join us at JobLink for Lighting Essentials. In this class, you will learn the basics of how light works, how to modify it and with what tools. You will develop a working knowledge of studio lighting and know how to discover and distinguish light by quality, quantity, and direction. You will gain insights into how to control light, and the application of formal studio portrait lighting, location lighting, and flash fundamentals. This course will teach you basic lighting workflow, how to adjust lighting for creative mood, ambience, and when to apply creative choices. We will demonstrate key concepts that will give you the opportunity to make your own shots during class. Course Takeaways You will gain the foundations necessary to create studio/portrait lighting and an understanding of how light affects creative decisions. Prerequisites: One must own a modern digital single lens reflex camera, have basic knowledge of camera use, and have a desire to learn how to use light to create better photos. Mondays May 19 to July 7 (There will be no class held on May 26) 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Bill Staniec Woodworking— Handcrafted Jewelry Making NEW Have fun in the woodshop making rings, bracelets, and necklaces. We will be introducing new materials including beautiful woods, metals, leather, elastic, plexiglas, and stones. Surprisingly easy to make, you'll be very satisfied with the unique and beautiful items you can make. This course also provides a good introduction to extremely durable epoxy/urethane finishes. Prerequisites: None Woodworking—Keepsake Boxes Come to the woodshop and enjoy one of our most popular classes. Make an awesome wooden box for jewelry, cigars, watches, knife/gun cases, or any special item. Include secret drawers, use exotic woods, use flocking for easy felt lined drawers. Your imagination and input from fellow woodworkers will inspire you. You do not need to be an experienced woodworker to make a beautiful keepsake box. Prerequisites: None Tuesdays June 24 to August 12 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Dale Meiners Tuesdays April 29 to June 17 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Dale Meiners Woodworking—Open Lab Open Lab is for students to continue working on projects. Joblink has a state of the art woodworking facility with great tools. Your knowledgeable instructor assists each student at whatever level he or she is at in a fun yet inspiring group setting. Bring your woodworking projects to the Joblink Shop, and leave the dust in our collectors. Beginner students gain experience from advanced woodworkers, and advanced woodworkers have access to our 36" flat sander, large format planers, joiners, and our sawstop saws. Prerequisites: None Wednesdays April 30 to August 13 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Dale Meiners Technical Classes continued 9 Grant Workshop Coauthor real grant proposals with a veteran grant writer. Together the specialist and you will select a grant maker to approach with a letter of inquiry, phone call and/or full proposal. Before the class is over, at least one grant proposal will be drafted and refined in class and then sent to one or more funding agencies. Your proposal may be submitted electronically, by mail or hand delivered. If you have an idea that may be fundable, find out via this workshop. Grant workshop is for anyone who wants to learn by doing. Prerequisites: None Why join a book club? Here are four reasons: 1. You read books you would never have thought of reading (and you enjoy it!) 2. Some books just need to be discussed. 3. You meet interesting people. 4. It's fun! Here's how it works: a month or so before the book club meets, you register for the next meeting and you pick up a copy of the book from JobLink. Read the book and come to the discussion. (If you don't like the selection, you don't have to participate that month.) Try it - you'll like it! Prerequisites: None Wednesdays April 30, May 28, June 25, and August 20 9:30am to 11:30am or 3:15 to 5:15pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Marcia Taylor 10 Skills Building Classes Mondays April 21 to May 12 8:30am to 11:30am or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Robert Smith Call Marcia Taylor at 219.399.8134 to set up an appointment and start improving your resume today! INVEST IN YOURSELF– BUILD YOUR SKILLS Business Planning I—Developing a Business Plan MOST BUSINESSES FAIL BECAUSE OF A LACK OF PLANNING! This course will help reduce the risk of failure. You will learn what is involved in developing a plan for a successful small business. This involves learning about operating plans, a marketing plan, a management plan, personnel planning and finally a financial plan. The business plan will be used to gauge the feasibility of your idea, as well as, a potential financing tool. SPOUSES ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND AT NO CHARGE! PLANNING IS KEY TO ANY BUSINESS VENTURE. LEARN HOW TO EVALUATE YOUR BUSINESS IDEA BEFORE YOU "MAKE THE PLUNGE". ENROLL TODAY! Prerequisites: None Business Planning II—Fine Tuning Your Business Plan MOST BUSINESSES FAIL BECAUSE OF A LACK OF PLANNING! Learn how to "fine-tune" your business plan and reduce the risk of failure. You will learn about operating plans, a marketing plan, a management plan, personnel planning and finally a financial plan. The business plan will be used to gauge the feasibility of your idea, as well as, a potential financing tool. The financial plan will include a comprehensive sales forecast a profit and loss projection and a cash flow projection. A BUSINESS PLAN SERVES AS A REQUIRED PLANNING TOOL AND IS AN IMPORTANT FACTOR IN DETERMINING FINANCIAL SUCCESS! SPOUSES ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND AT NO CHARGE. Prerequisites: None Thursdays July 3 to August 21 8:00am to 10:00am or 4:00pm to 6:00pm or 6:00 to 8:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Scott Williams Thursdays May 8 to June 26 8:00am to 10:00am or 4:00pm to 6:00pm or 6:00 to 8:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Scott Williams Business Classes 11 Credit—How Are My Scores Determined? In this two week informational class you will learn: * How your credit scores are determined *Five factors you must live by to maintain a good score * How to build a credit score for your children or rebuild one of your own *Your rights against unscrupulous debt collectors You will also receive a booklet of facts, knowledge, letters, and dispute sheets— Everything you'll need to get the fresh start you deserve! Prerequisites: None Tuesdays June 3 to June 10 8:30am to 11:30am or 4:00 to 7:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Dianna Dobos Credit—A Fresh Start This course allows you to work with strict confidentiality with the instructor on an individual basis to review your credit standing and get back on track. The instructor, an owner and operator of a credit clean-up business, will personally type out the necessary letters and fill out all the dispute forms to help improve your credit scores. Get a Fresh Start with your credit and learn how to maintain a positive score for the rest of your life. Prerequisites: YOU MUST TAKE THE FIRST CLASS, "HOW MY CREDIT SCORES ARE DETERMINED" and bring your credit report with you from www.annualcreditreport.com Tuesdays June 17 to July 8 8:30am to 11:30am or 4:00 to 7:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Dianna Dobos 12 Business Classes continued How to Start and Run a Small Business PLANNING BEFORE STARTING IS AN IMPORTANT STEP TOWARD OPERATING A SUCCESSFUL SMALL BUSINESS. I can not tell you how many people I have spoken with over the years that have told me that they wished they had taken the small business course BEFORE starting a business. This is an introductory course that teaches the basics of starting ANY TYPE of business. The course will focus on licenses/permits required, taxation, expenses you can deduct, insurance, banking, records to keep and legal issues. After the class, you will clearly understand what is involved in starting a small business. SPOUSES ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND AT NO CHARGE! Prerequisites: None Fridays May 9 to June 13 8:00am to 10:00am or 4:00pm to 6:00pm or 6:00 to 8:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Scott Williams For exclusive news, updates, classes, photos, and more! Visit Facebook.com/BKJobLink Visit Facebook.com/LeonLynch Live Large Without Spending Large We live in a country that provides many options and opportunities to thrive financially; however, most people are unaware of the resources available to them. This class will teach you how to gain multiple streams of income free and effortlessly. It will also show you how to get a multitude of products and services for free or for a fraction of the retail price regardless of your income level. Topics include: How to get free vacations and airfare, free books, free college, free legal advice and forms, free telephone services, free healthcare services, free household goods, etc. Also learn where to get incredibly low cost big-ticket items such as houses, cars, boats, and so much more! Prerequisites: None Protect Yourself From Identity Theft NEW You are told to be cautious of scammers, but how? A former federal agent and member of the Postal Inspection Task Force on identify theft, will show you how. Identity theft can result in horrendous situations for the victimsfinancial loss and even arrest. Learn to avoid being a victim of identity theft in this one-day workshop. Keep yourself and your family safe - take the class! Prerequisites: None Wednesday—May 21 8:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 7:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Christine Rath Money for College Seeking scholarships for your child or grandchild? This seminar provides the momentum you need to prepare for success. The group will hear about seeking assistance for college, including the types of financial help, the deadlines and search strategies for your state. We will discuss saving for college including the government’s opportunities. Get online in the Career Development Program’s lab and begin exploration of what’s available to you. You will have access to the instructor’s help for six months as you pursue funding. An up-to-date hand book and other materials are included in the class. Bring family members, especially students! Prerequisites: None Tuesday—July 15 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:00 to 6:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Robert Smith Wednesday—April 23 10:00am to 12:00pm or 4:00 to 6:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Richard Ligon In order for a spouse of an active steelworker to take a class, the Active Local 1010 or 1011 member must have taken AND completed a class BEFORE the spouse can register. This must be done every year for the spouse to be eligible to take classes at JobLink or Leon Lynch. Only classes with a diamond () next to the title are classes that Retirees and spouses of active steelworkers are eligible to take. Classes without a diamond () are for active steelworkers only! Business Classes continued 13 Ready for Riches in Real Estate This all-inclusive class will answer every question you may have had regarding real estate investing. Now is a better time than ever to get started. Learn how to acquire property for well under 50% of its market value, bid at auctions, acquire foreclosures, do short sales, purchase tax liens,buy mortgage notes, as well as, perform title searches and tax appeals. Learn about pre-purchase inspections and how to avoid problem properties. Financing, no money down options, free grant money, and flipping vs. renting will also be discussed. Stocks and Bonds—Personality Traits of Successful Investors What kind of people are the great investors? Do you share some of those traits? How are those traits best applied in the stock and bond markets? Come to this class and learn. Prerequisites: None Prerequisites: None Thursday—May 8 8:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 7:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Christine Rath Saturdays May 17 to June 21 8:00am to 10:00am or 4:00 to 6:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Ed Guldenzopf Stocks and Bonds—The Fundamentals of Investing Stocks and Bonds—Are Stocks Still a Good Buy With Interest Rates Rising? What factors affect interest rates? How do these translate into the performance of stocks, especially as interest rates rise? Come to this class and learn. Prerequisites: None Saturdays June 28 to August 2 8:00am to 10:00am or 4:00 to 6:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Ed Guldenzopf 14 Business Classes continued The fundamentals always apply, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Technical analysis-- price and volume, momentum, and more. Fundamental analysis-- earnings, competition, money supply, and more. Come to this class for a review or a first look at these fundamentals of investing. Prerequisites: None Saturdays August 9 to September 13 8:00am to 10:00am or 4:00 to 6:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Ed Guldenzopf Tax Sale—Purchasing Lien Certificates and Properties A tax lien certificate sale is an opportunity that can earn you 10% -28% return on your investment. These sales have been around for over 200 years making them a very safe and easy investment. You will learn how to purchase properties for the cost of back taxes. I have personally purchased over 30 properties and learned straight from the company that performs the auctions in Lake County. You will be given two books, one for just the state of Indiana and the other will guide you through the rest of the United States. Prerequisites: None Tuesdays May 6 to May 13 8:30am to 11:30am or 4:00 to 7:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Dianna Dobos : NOTE ill have a E S A PLE OT ount w cc is N ant's a ourse that p i c i t r c a . So, Each p ction for a start date r u du he act yo the full de BEFORE t t n o c ed ou re dropp ake sure y office befo ot n m t please evelopmen ss if you are la rd caree te of your c a start d ttend. oa able t The Art and Techniques of Effective Selling One of the most important "life skills" is the ability to sell your idea or to convince another person to accept your point of view. Selling and building relationships is a key skill to becoming a successful entrepreneur, as well as, living a successful life. NOBODY IS BORN WITH EFFECTIVE SELLING SKILLS. This is a skill that has to be learned. This class will provide the required instruction in learning what it takes to be effective at selling. The class will focus on prospecting, building selling relationships, getting your foot in the door, developing a presentation, handling objections and closing the sale. Prerequisites: None Mondays July 7 to August 25 8:00am to 10:00am or 4:00pm to 6:00pm or 6:00 to 8:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Scott Williams The Entrepreneurial Think Tank— Where the Next Great Idea is Born NEW Creative thinking, also called "thinking outside the box", is a valuable tool and life skill. Would you like to be part of a group that "comes up" with the next great idea or new product? Are you willing to share your thoughts and ideas with others? This class is intended to create new ideas for products and/or services and to determine the steps to turn that idea into a reality. This class will focus on the art of brainstorming, group consensus and the procedures to bring your new idea to market. You never knowyou just may be part of a group that generates the NEXT GREAT PRODUCT! SPOUSES ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND AT NO CHARGE! ENROLL TODAY. Prerequisites: None Mondays May 5 to June 16 (There will be no class held on May 26) 8:00am to 10:00am or 4:00pm to 6:00pm or 6:00 to 8:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Scott Williams Business Classes continued 15 Understanding and Optimizing Your Investment Choices Telecasted classes are live classes that are also recorded and uploaded to the Internet. This means that if students miss a class or simply want to review the class, they can watch it online at their convenience 24 hours after the live session has taken place. These classes meet at Leon Lynch Learning Center and are often broadcasted to other learning centers around the country. Some students opt to stream all the sessions, which means they can just attend the class by uploading the telecasted classes and watching online. Participants still have the opportunity to email instructors and get all of their questions answered. That’s the beauty of telecasting. Taking and completing a course has never been easier! Telecasted classes are held on the second floor of the Leon Lynch Center at 1410 Broadway Avenue in East Chicago. get! r o F t VE Don’ ACTI r on fo i t a r 11 t d 10 Regis n a 0 l 101 Loca s begin 2014 h t h 10 Marc 16 Business Classes continued Have you ever wondered how do to decide what mutual funds to choose for my 401k? Why is buy and hold investing not working for you? Is there a good time to be adding mutual funds to your portfolio? What about market sectors - Technology, Healthcare, Energy and Gold? Learn how to evaluate all market sectors and design a portfolio to meet your financial goals. Join us for the immensely well-received “Understanding & Optimizing Your Investment Choices.” No Broker–No Selling. This is an educational program! Prerequisites: None Mondays and Tuesdays April 21 to May 6 7:30am to 10:30am or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Trish Nelson Travel the World Without Spending a World of Money This class will teach you how to travel almost anywhere in the world for free or for dirt-cheap. The best Internet travel websites and free travel information resources will be discussed. Also included in this class will be: Information on getting paid to relocate vehicles in the United States; how to get free lodging or hotel rooms at a huge discount; how to travel as an international air courier for a few hundred dollars or less; how to get free cruises, what credit cards offer free airline tickets, best bargain destinations and so much more! If you love to travel, you won’t want to miss this class. Prerequisites: None Tuesday—May 20 8:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 7:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Christine Rath Airbrush Painting—Level II Gain insight into the exciting world of airbrushing. The airbrush is an amazing instrument capable of producing powerful effects and artwork on a broad array of surfaces and materials. In this beginning class, learn how it works, about paints and air power. Use it freehand and with the use of stencils, masks and several other instruments to perform paint manipulation on supervised airbrush test projects. The technique you develop will be universal for all applications and surfaces. Prerequisites: None Now that you have completed the Beginning Airbrush Painting Class, imagine using that know how to advance your creativity on something like art for arts' sake, or T-shirts, license plates, your hobby models, hard hats, clothing items, shoes, nails, cakes and so on... If you already have an interest or hobby that can benefit from airbrushing, take advantage of the guidance from someone who has over 25 years experience using it for a commercial illustration career. Get valuable help and supervision in choosing, developing and creating individual project(s) attainable at your skill level. Prerequisites: Airbrush Painting-Beginner Tuesdays June 17 to July 29 8:30am to 11:30am or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Terry Jasinski Mondays June 16 to July 28 8:30am to 11:30am or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Terry Jasinski Basic Handgun Class Classes d e t c i r t Res ized ar custom e y a 0 0 ,0 r $2 se Out of you nce, you can only u a w sonal course allo ar on restricted per r ye $1,250 pe s. ent classe m p lo e v e d Learn handgun safety from storage to loading and unloading as well as the basics of marksmanship in this nine hour class. Three hours will be dedicated to live fire on the range in this new gun range with state of the art equipment. Prerequisites: None Tuesdays May 6 to May 20 8:00am to 11:00am or 5:00 to 8:00pm Location: Pelcher’s Shooters Supply 18149 Henry Street Lansing, Illinois Instructor: Larry Pelcher Personal Development Classes 17 Creative Metal Jewelry Making W NE Glass Etching Personalized glassware is an amazing and beautiful gift. Learn how easy it is to etch in glass and even how to do reverse etching. You will learn both free hand and stencil techniques. We’ll Develop a variety of jewelry making skills, focusing on mixed metal techniques. In this course, you will learn metal etching, simple soldering with a torch, place rivets, disc punch and stamp, wire work and simple ring making. We will be using a variety of metal smithing tools and equipment. Each class is three hours long and covers one technique that you will complete. All materials and tools are provided for use. In taking this course, you gain a wealth of jewelry making knowledge, make some great jewelry pieces for you or for gift giving, and have a good time to boot! Prerequisites: None work with wine glasses, ice tea glasses, bowls and jars, Have fun, learn something new, and take home etched glassware that you’ll be proud of! Prerequisites: None Tuesdays April 22 to May 27 8:00am to 11:00am or 4:00 to 7:00pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Susan Wade for ation r t s i Reg VE ACTI 11 d 10 n a 0 l 101 Loca s begin Thursdays July 10 to July 31 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Kim Riley 2014 h t 0 h1 Marc 18 Personal Development Classes continued Guitar I Guitar II It's never too late to play the guitar! You may have played when you were younger and put your guitar away to raise your family. You may have always wanted to learn and never had the time. Here is your chance to start from the scratch or pick it up again. The easy-tolearn method will be taught by Eric Lambert, a professional performer and educator for over thirty years. Have fun, play guitar! Prerequisites: Must own a guitar In this continuation of Guitar 1, we'll continue to work on fingering and strumming, learning tunes and playing as an ensemble. Continue improving your skills or jump in where you left off. Have fun, play guitar. Prerequisites: Guitar I or permission of the instructor Tuesdays April 29 to July 15 11:00am to 12:00pm or 3:00 to 4:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Eric Lambert Tuesdays April 29 to July 15 12:00pm to 1:00pm or 4:00 to 5:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Eric Lambert ses ed Clas Restrict mized year custo a 0 0 ,0 2 $ r se Out of you nce, you can only u a w sonal course allo ar on restricted per r ye $1,250 pe s. ent classe developm Personal Development Classes continued 19 EW N Meet Me at the Dunes: Geology of Our Region Join instructor Dave Dolak at the dunes, an area of unique natural and cultural significance. The “birthplace of ecology” and the only national park in the Chicago area, the dunes offer a unique geological story that is often overlooked. This field trip will provide a good introduction to geology and will cover the natural story of the Indiana Dunes from the glacier ice age to the modern park. The trip will include hikes at some of the following locations: Marquette Park Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Miller Woods West Beach Chellberg Farm Cowles Bog Kemil Beach Blowout Dave, a former steelworker, did graduate study at the Indiana Dunes and is on the faculty of the Science and Math Department at Columbia College Chicago. Piano—Level 1 Learning and playing the piano/keyboard can open up an incredible door of creativity for you, as well as a fulfilling life of music making. Learn from an instructor with over 35 years of playing experience. This class will take someone who is new or with little experience, through a solid foundation of music theory and the basics of piano/keyboard playing. This class can serve as the beginning of your musical journey. Prerequisites: None Thursdays May 1 to July 3 10:00am to 11:15am or 4:45 to 6:00pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Frances Zahariadis Piano—Keyboard Chords Learn the basic chords on the piano. This class will teach you the basic chords along with chord progressions. Knowledge of chords will eventually assist you in learning to accompany other instruments, as well as sing along. Prerequisites: This class is highly recommended to be taken in conjunction with or immediately after the "Learn to Play the Piano/Keyboard – Level 1" class. Equivalent knowledge/experience otherwise. Bring your spouse and kids age 10+ along for a great learning experience for all! Participants are required to meet at West Beach (pick up a map at JobLink). Dress for leisurely hikes over established trails. Prerequisites: None Saturday—April 26 9:00am to 1:00pm Location: West Beach Instructor: Dave Dolak 20 Personal Development Classes continued Thursdays June 5 to July 3 11:15am to 12:00pm or 6:00 to 6:45pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Frances Zahariadis Piano—Level 2 This class is a continuation of Learning to Play the Piano/Keyboard -Level 1. Students will continue to learn more music theory, which will give them the ability to play a wider variety of songs. Additional notes and techniques will be introduced, giving students the opportunity to play songs with fuller sounds. Prerequisites: Piano-Level 1 or equivalent knowledge/experience Thursdays May 1 to July 3 8:30am to 9:45am or 3:15 to 4:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Frances Zahariadis Don’t Forget! Stained Glass—The Next Level After completing the beginning glass classes many students are eager to get going on a more impressive work to challenge and refine their stained glass skills. You will receive instruction to improve your glass cutting and soldering skills, learn reinforcement as well as framing and finishing techniques. This class is also open to beginners. One of the biggest advantages of this class are the students with various skill levels eager to help each other with challenges that may come up. You can create your own design or select a design from one of the many pattern books. Have fun, learn and make something beautiful! Prerequisites: None Tuesdays July 8 to August 26 8:00am to 11:00am or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Mike Bey s Registration for A CTIVE Local 1010 and 1 011 begins W NE March 10th 201 4 e ed Class t c i r t s e R ed r customiz a e y a 0 0 r $2,0 se Out of you nce, you can only u wa sonal course allo ar on restricted per r ye $1,250 pe s. ent classe developm Personal Development Classes continued 21 Main JobLink Building Mon. Room A Room B Room C Room D Grant Workshop 4/21 to 5/12 8:30-11:30 or 3:30-6:30 Lighting Essentials 5/19 to 7/7 No class on 5/26 9-12 or 3:30-6:30 Understand & Optimize Your Investments 4/21 to 5/6 7:30-10:30 or 3:30-6:30 Cut the Cord 6/30 to 7/14 8:30-11 or 3-5:30 Understand & Optimize Your Investments 4/21 to 5/6 7:30-10:30 or 3:30-6:30 Travel the World 5/20/14 8-12 or 3:30-7:30 Movie Converting & Editing 5/6 to 7/15 No class on 6/17 9-11 or 3:30-5:30 Book Club 4/30, 5/28, 6/25, 8/20 9:30-11:30 or 3:15-5:15 Live Large-5/21/14 8-12 or 3:30-7:30 Let’s Learn Linux 5/28 to 6/16 9-12 or 3:3-6:30 No class on 6/18 Ready for Riches 5/8/14 8-12 or 3:30-7:30 Digital Forensics 4/24 to 6/5 9-12 or 3-6 Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. 22 Digital Camera Refresher 7/16 to 8/27 9-12 or 3:30-6:30 TIVE C A n for o i t a tr 011 1 d Regis 0 an 1 0 1 l Loca s begin 014 2 h 10t h c r Ma JobLink Expansion Building Room E Door 5 Room F Door 5 Lab I/II Door 5 Lab III Door 7 Fitness Solutions I 5/5 to 7/28 No class on 5/26 9:30-11:30 or 3:30-5:30 Fix Cellphone or Tablet 5/5 to 6/9 9-1 or 3-7 No class on 5/26 Weight Watchers 4/22 to 8/12 12-1 or 3:30-4:30 Metal Jewelry Making 4/22 to 5/27 8-11 or 4-7 Keepsake Boxes 6/24 to 8/12 Wood Jewelry Making 4/29 to 6/17 9-12 or 3:30-6:30 Yoga 4/30 to 8/13 9-10:30 or 3:30-5 Fix Computer 4/23 to 5/21 9-1 or 3:30-7:30 Bicycle Repair 4/30 to 6/4 9-11 or 3:30-5:30 Woodworking Open Lab 4/30 to 8/13 9-12 or 3:30-6:30 Fitness Solutions II 5/8 to 7/24 9:30-11:30 or 3:30-5:30 There Door 15 Lawn Maintenance 4/21 to 7/14 (No class on 5/26) or 7/21 to 10/13 (No class on 9/1) 9-12 or 3:30-6:30 Build a Guitar Ukulele, or Dulcimer 5/22 to 7/17 9-1 or 3-7 Please Lab IV/V Auto Detail 4/29 to 6/17 9-12 or 3:30-6:30 Stained Glass 7/8 to 8/26 8-11 or 3:30-6:30 Glass Etching7/10 to 7/31 9-12 or 3:30-6:30 Note: will be no clas ses held on Monda y, May 2 6th 20 14 23 Leon Lynch Learning Center Leon Lynch Learning Center Telecasted Classes (has additional online feature) Leon Lynch Computer classes Mon. Entrepreneurial Think Tank-5/5 to 6/16 No class on 5/26 Art & Techniques of Effective Selling7/7 to 8/25 8-10 or 4-6 or 6-8 Beg. Airbrush Painting-6/16 to 7/28 8:30-11:30 or 3:30-6:30 Tues. Tax Sale-5/6 to 5/13 How My scores are Determined6/3 to 6/10 Fresh Start-6/17 to 7/8 8:30-11:30 or 4-7 Airbrush Painting II-6/17 to 7/29 8:30-11:30 or 3:30-6:30 Money for College-7/15/14 9-12 or 3-6 Guitar I-4/29 to 7/15 12-1 or 4-5 Guitar II-4/29 to 7/15 11-12 or 3-4 Using Android Phone or Tablet-5/6 to 5/20 11:30-2 or 3:30-6 @McBride Hall Best Android Phone/Tablet Apps-7/1/14 Best Windows 8 Modern/Metro Apps7/8/14 8:30-10 or 7-8:30 Wed. Protect Yourself from Identity Theft 4/23/14 10-12 or 4-6 Fitness for Life-5/14 to 6/18 7:30-8:30 or 3:30-4:30 or 7:30-8:30 MTM Prep– 4/23 to 7/23 9-12 or 3:30-6:30 Pogoplug Service-4/30 to 5/7 PC Upgrade-5/14 to 6/11 Upgrade/Using New Apple-6/18 to 7/2 8-10:30 or 7-9:30 Thurs. Piano/Keyboard Level 1 – 5/1 to 7/3 10-11:15 or 4:45-6 Piano/Keyboard level II – 5/1 to 7/3 8:30-9:45 or 3:15-4:30 Piano/keyboard Chords – 6/5 to 7/3 11:15- 12 or 6-6:45 Business Planning I-5/8 to 6/26 Business Planning II-7/3 to 8/21 8-10 or 4-6 or 6-8 iCloud & iTune 6/26 to 7/10 9-11:30 or 3-5:30 Using iPhone, iPad, iPod & Upgrading to ios 5/1 to 5/15 8-10:30 or 7-9:30 Virus Protection-6/5/14 11-2 or 3:30-6:30 @McBride Hall Best iPhone/iPad Apps-7/3/14 8:30-10 or 7-8:30 Fri. Start & Run a Small Business 5/9 to 6/13 8-10 or 4-6 or 6-8 Sat. 24 Stocks & Bonds: Traits of Successful Investors-5/17 to 6/21 8-10 or 4-6 Are Stocks a Good Buy-6/28 to 8/2 8-10 or 4-6 Fund. Of Investing-8/9 to 9/13 8-10 or 4-6 Increase your skill levels at home 24/7. Basic computer skills like Windows, Microsoft Word, or Excel, to build web pages; advanced skills and networking are available through Tobonto. If you want to brush up your math skills, we have a program that can save you time and energy. ALEKS is designed to help adults get up to speed on math fundamentals. Taking this class will help you prepare for math placement exams and to test into the math classes you need to get a degree. NetTutor.com — Live tutors available 24/7 (hours vary by subject) Expert tutors are waiting to help you in the following areas: Mathematics Finance Foreign Language Math en Español Accounting Economics Information Technology English Composition Chemistry Physics Biology Allied Health Set up an appointment with Marcia Taylor 399-8134 or John Hartman 398-3150 ext. 18 to get a password. My Academic Workshop is a new and unique online math assessment, homework, and placement program customized for adult workers. This program is one of the most advanced educational tools available for learning mathematics in a familiar, learning management environment. Loaded with over 7,000 questions, My Academic Workshop contains math content beginning with Basic Math. 25 Fitness for Life Fitness for Life is a comprehensive wellness program designed to educate you on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The program will teach you exercise programs, nutrition, and supplementation. You will also learn the proper food combinations in order to increase lean tissue while decreasing body fat and receive a personalized nutrition program. You will find out what supplements are necessary to be nutrient sufficient without wasting time or money on low quality, pricey products. Efficient exercise programs will be taught to maximize results while minimizing time in the gym. These exercise programs include: weight training, cardiovascular training, and interval training. It's important to learn how to combine the exercise programs and the customized nutrition programs to achieve your fullest health potential! Prerequisites: None Barron’s Martial Arts and Self Defense Better your mind and body while learning to defend yourself. This class is structured to benefit people willing to work hard, yet also caters to those who lack mobility. You will learn techniques from TeAshiDo, Shorin Ryu, Tae Kwon Do and Jujitsu all in a relaxed environment. Prerequisites: None Saturdays and Mondays April 26 to August 16 8:45am to 9:45am (Sat.) or 7:45pm to 8:45pm (Mon.) (There will be no class held on May 26) Location: Barron’s Martial Arts 8610 Kennedy Ave Highland, Indiana Instructors: Robert and Richard Barron 26 Health and Fitness Classes Wednesdays May 14 to June 18 7:30am to 8:30am or 3:30pm to 4:30pm or 7:30 to 8:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Denny Finnearty Fitness Solutions II Fitness Solutions I Fitness Solutions Session 1 is a 12-week program that focuses on the three main aspects of wellness: nutrition, exercise and behavior modification. Students will learn how to develop a personalized eating plan, focusing on portion sizes and counting fat grams. The first hour of class will be a group nutritional on-site meeting with a weekly weigh-in to measure progress. The second hour of class will be a functional, high energy training class for all levels, in a group setting. Small Group Training creates engagement, motivation and accountability. Students will have a 12-week membership with unlimited Small Group Training classes at both Omni Chesterton and Omni Schererville. Each class is approximately 120 minutes and will be led by a Certified Fitness Professional. Prerequisites: A fitness assessment must be scheduled and completed before starting the class This 3-month program is a continuation of Fitness Solutions Session 1. This program consists of 12 new weight management sessions along with 12 new small group training classes held at JobLink. Each week participants meet with a Certified Thin & Healthy Instructor to discuss different topics of nutrition (i.e., Food Guide Pyramid, Time Management, Plateau's, etc...). In addition to nutrition education, participants will also meet with a Certified Personal Trainer to learn and discuss different elements of physical activity (i.e., progression, HR Training, Avoiding Burnout, etc...). The program also allows participants full access to both Omni Chesterton and Omni Schererville throughout the 12 week program as well as unlimited Small Group Training classes at both locations. We are always striving to teach you how to lead a healthy lifestyle for the rest of your life! Prerequisites: Fitness Solutions I Thursdays May 8 to July 24 9:30am to 11:30am or 3:30 to 5:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Ashlee Johnson Mondays May 5 to July 28 (There will be no class held on May 26th) 9:30am to 11:30am or 3:30 to 5:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Ashlee Johnson : NOTE t will E S A E PL ccoun ourse ant's a ac n for articip e Each p ull deductio BEFORE th f d a e e sur opp have OT dr lease make N s i t tha o, p ate. S ur career the d t r a st e yo befor ntact you co ment office ss if you are p la develo te of your c a start d to attend. le not ab There Please Note: will be no clas ses held on Monda y, May 2 6th 20 14 Health and Fitness Classes continued 27 Weight Watchers Weight Watchers program is not a diet but a healthy lifestyle change that includes teaching participants how to eat nutritiously and sensibly and how to incorporate activity into their lives. JobLink will provide each participant with a starter kit that is equivalent to a book. We will not purchase any of the Weight Watchers products; however, participants can do so at their own cost. Seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Prerequisites: None Tuesdays April 22 to August 12 12:00pm to 1:00pm or 3:30 to 4:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Kathy Long ACTIVE steelworkers are eligible to career development center in Northwest Indiana. Check out the list of websites below to see which classes are available or see page 41 for details. US Steel-Portage Yoga Students have called this course a blessing. Michael LaRocca has been teaching yoga for over forty years including eighteen years at Purdue Calumet. Yoga classes include relaxing exercises which relieve tension and restore good health, breathing techniques for a higher level of vitality, and mediation for calmness and clarity of mind. Additionally, these classes, designed for the benefit of steelworkers, include activities to relieve pain from old injuries and to help prevent future injuries. Students are frequently surprised by how good this yoga class makes them feel. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring an exercise mat or blanket to class. Prerequisites: None Wednesdays April 30 to August 13 9:00am to 10:30am or 3:30 to 5:00pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Mike LaRocca take classes at any Www.usscareer.com/midwest US Steel– Gary Works Www.usscareer.com USW/MITTAL-Burns Harbor Www.mitalcareer.org Local 1010-East Chicago Www.bkjoblink.org Local 1011-East Chicago Www.ihlearningcenter.org Local 1014-McBride Hall/Gary Visit www.icdlearning.org. Click on ICD Program Course Catalogs found in the 28 Health and Fitness Classes continued left column. Education Fair Where: 1410 Broadway, East Chicago IN. Time: Friday, August 01, 2014 12:00 – 6:00 pm Come meet the instructors Sign up for a fall class and get a gift FOOD DOOR PRIZES KID GAMES & PRIZES BOUNCE HOUSE Clip and save Clip and save Clip and save Cut this out and bring it into the Leon Lynch Education Fair on August 1st. Show this when you register and win a special door prize (in addition to what everyone else will get!) 29 NEW Cut the Cord—Mini Class In the face of rising prices, poor customer service and ever more frequent blackouts, many of us want a way out of the grip of cable TV providers. "Cut the Cord" describes how you can use your computer as a high definition TV tuner and much more. Did you know that your existing TV or Smart TV can be connected to the Internet without a computer to stream Netflix shows, radio stations and all kinds of digital entertainment? Save money on your cable bill and have more choices, too! Attend this mini-class and learn how to choose and setup your own cord cutting systems. Prerequisites: None Mondays June 30 to July 14 8:30am to 11:00am or 3:00pm to 5:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Bill Needles Digital Forensics—How Did They Know That? Computers, cellphones, tablets, cars, pagers and cloud computing all leave a digital footprint 24/7. Criminal investigators use this information to solve crimes. Unfortunately hackers can use this information, too. They can steal your digital identity and online information. This course introduces students to computer forensic tools and the methods used to retrieve the digital crumbs left by your devices. Of course, you will also learn techniques to protect yourself when using digital devices. Students will have hands-on laboratory experience using various digital forensic tools. (2 hours study, 1 hour lab weekly) Prerequisites: Previous certification class, Linux class, or permission from the instructor Thursdays April 24 to June 5 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:00 to 6:00pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Bill Needles 30 Computer Classes Fix My Cellphone or Tablet Is the screen or case on your phone or tablet broken? You can fix it cheap! 100% of this class is hands-on repair work! Weak battery? You can fix it. You can work on your own, one of ours or bring in a friend’s. A great class for those who don’t know much about mobile devices and even for those who do. Students will diagnose, troubleshoot and repair smartphones and tablets (Xoom, iPod, iPad, Galaxy, Kindles, etc.). Save big bucks and fix it yourself! Prerequisites: None Mondays May 5 to June 9 (There will be no class held on May 26th) 9:00am to 1:00pm or 3:00 to 7:00pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Bill Needles Fix My Computer Save big money! Discover the steps needed to diagnose basic computer problems and make the repairs yourself. Bring in your computer (even a friend’s or a neighbor’s) and learn the basics of troubleshooting and repairing computers. We will talk in plain language about hardware, software, bugs, viruses, updates and other issues that can drive most users nutty. You will perform preventive maintenance using free tools to keep your computer problem free. A great class for those who don’t know much about PCs and for those who do. Take this class instead of spending too much at a repair center! Prerequisites: None Wednesdays April 23 to May 21 9:00am to 1:00pm or 3:30 to 7:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Bill Needles iCloud and iTunes—Mini Class Confused about the cloud and iTunes? iTunes is Apple's media player and library organizer. iCloud is a service provided by Apple that stores your music, TV shows, and other files in the cloud (online). iCloud also automatically pushes (downloads) your files to all of your devices so that they stay up-to-date. It works with iOS devices (such as the iPad and iPhone), Macs, and even Windows PCs. With iCloud, you'll no longer need to connect your iOS device to your computer in order to sync your files and settings; everything will stay in sync using wireless. Bring your devices and let us help you get your accounts set up and optimized. As a bonus, this class will be available in the cloud for download. Prerequisites: None Thursdays June 26 to July 10 9:00am to 11:30am or 3:00 to 5:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Bill Needles OTE: l have a N E S il PLEA OT ount w N c nt's ac urse that is , a p i c i t co ar . So Each p ction for a start date r u du he act yo the full de BEFORE t t n o c ed ou re dropp ake sure y office befo ot n m t please evelopmen ss if you are la rd caree te of your c a . start d to attend g n i plann Computer Classes continued 31 Let’s Learn Linux—It’s Easy! Linux is free and easier to use than ever. Ubuntu Linux is a general-purpose operating system for the PC that often rivals Microsoft Windows and Macintosh OS for ease of use, security, and freedom from restrictions. This step-by-step beginner's course to Ubuntu Linux is designed to guide anyone with basic computer experience. Included is an explanation of what Linux is, how you can obtain a free copy of Ubuntu Linux, and how to boot the "live" CD to test your Ubuntu Linux. You will learn configuration, customization, adding software to the system, working with the desktop environment, as well as the many included free programs and features of Ubuntu Linux. (1.5 hours study and 1.5 hours of hands-on lab each week.) Prerequisites: None Wednesdays May 28 to July 16 (There will be no class held on June 18) 9:00am to 12:00pm or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Bill Needles If space is available, any class with a diamond () next to the title is a class open to spouses of active Local 1010 and 1011 and retired Local 1010 and 1011 steelworkers. Classes without a diamond next to them are for active steelworkers only! 32 Computer Classes continued Movie Converting and Editing for Beginners You can now use free software and inexpensive hardware to convert your old tape based 8mm and VHS tapes to portable digital formats and create all new personal movies for safekeeping. Magnetic tapes only last a few years and the clock is ticking. You will convert your existing movies and learn how to use Windows Live (FREE software) to edit and create stunning new movies of your family favorites. It is really simple to do and lots of fun. Protect your memories by converting those old movies today. Prerequisites: None Tuesdays May 6 to July 15 (There will be no class held on June 17) 9:00am to 11:00am or 3:30 to 5:30pm Location: JobLink 3333 Michigan Ave East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: Bill Needles IVE T C A n for o i t a r t 1011 Regis d n a 010 1 l a c Lo s begin 2014 h t 0 h1 Marc PC Upgrade and Repair and Troubleshooting This course will show you many ways to save money on upgrading and repairs of your PC. It is designed to familiarize the personal computer owner with his/ her machine. Before you spend another penny on upgrading or repairing your computer, you should take this course. You will learn hands-on by solving hardware problems in class with instructor guidance. If you want to upgrade your current system you can bring it in to class and work on it. Now covers Windows 8 installation and troubleshooting. Prerequisites: None Wednesdays May 14 to June 11 8:00am to 10:30am or 7:00 to 9:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: George Zahariadis NEW Pogoplug Service for Unlimited Cloud Storage and Backup This class will show you how to use Pogoplug cloud service and create an account with unlimited storage backup. No more searching around blindly for those vacation photos from five years ago. Pogoplug automatically puts everything you have, from photos and videos to music and documents, in one place so you always know where to look. Wondering how much storage you’ll need? Pogoplug provides unlimited cloud storage for your phone, tablet and computer so you never run out of space. Using Pogoplug, you can share one photo or an entire album privately through email or publicly through Facebook, and is accessible from any of your devices. Pogoplug is the least expensive backup and cloud storage service, and when you attend this class you will receive a free six month unlimited storage starter pack to see for yourself the benefits of this service. Prerequisites: None Wednesdays April 30 to May 7 8:00am to 10:30am or 7:00 to 9:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: George Zahariadis Computer Classes continued 33 The Best Android Phone/Tablet Apps What are apps anyhow, and what do I need them for? In this class, we will list and explain the best Android apps for all your needs. We’ve taken the effort to categorize the apps and picked only those we believe to be the best ones and which will most likely be useful to you. Bring in your Android phone or tablet and get the apps you want! Prerequisites: None Tuesday—July 1 8:30am to 10:00am or 7:00 to 8:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: George Zahariadis The Best iPhone/iPad Apps In this class, we will list and explain the best iPhone and iPad apps for all your needs. We’ve taken the effort to categorize the apps and picked only those we believe to be the best ones and which will most likely be useful. Find out what apps can do for you! Prerequisites: None Thursday—July 3 8:30am to 10:00am or 7:00 to 8:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: George Zahariadis 34 Computer Classes continued The Best Windows 8 Modern/Metro Apps For those of you how have taken the plunge into Windows 8, we hope you'll find this class of the best Windows 8 apps helpful. We sourced the web to find the best modern, Metro apps for Windows 8 for almost every purpose, such as social networking, image editing, entertainment, and more. Prerequisites: None Tuesday—July 8 8:30am to 10:00am or 7:00 to 8:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: George Zahariadis Upgrading and Using the New Apple Mavericks OS X If you are a current Apple computer user, thinking of upgrading, or just purchased an Apple computer with the Mavericks OS, come to this class to see all the new features of the latest OS available from Apple. The new OS X Mavericks is loaded with new features, apps, and technologies that give you the power to do more. Prerequisites: None ACTIVE steelworkers are eligible to take classes at any career development center in Northwest Indiana. Check out the list of websites below to see which classes are available or see page 41 for details. US Steel-Portage Www.usscareer.com/midwest US Steel– Gary Works Www.usscareer.com USW/MITTAL-Burns Harbor Wednesdays June 18 to July 2 8:00am to 10:30am or 7:00 to 9:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: George Zahariadis Using Your Android Phone or Tablet This class will show what you need to know about the world’s most popular operating system. With easy-tofollow examples suitable for every Android device, there’s something for everyone, from setting up and getting started to managing emails in Gmail and navigating using Google Maps. There’s also a complete guide to all the features of your Android phone, a rundown of the essential apps to download and how to download, and an in-depth troubleshooting guide to answer all those common problems. At completion of this course you will be able to use your droid phone and/or tablet more efficiently and confidently. Prerequisites: None Www.mitalcareer.org Local 1010-East Chicago Www.bkjoblink.org Local 1011-East Chicago Www.ihlearningcenter.org Local 1014-McBride Hall/Gary Visit www.icdlearning.org. Click on ICD Program Course Catalogs found in the left column. Tuesdays May 6 to May 20 11:30am to 2:00pm or 3:30 to 6:00pm Location: McBride Hall 1301 Texas Street Gary, Indiana Instructor: George Zahariadis Computer Classes continued 35 Using Your iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Upgrading to the latest iOS Do you own an iPhone or thinking of purchasing one? This class will show you how to use the powerful features of your iPhone, you will learn about contact list, texting techniques, iCloud, downloading and synchronizing your music, pictures, and apps. We will look into the new Siri feature, Facetime, camera and video applications, along with many other concepts to make you take advantage of your mobile phone power. Now covers latest iOS. Come see what new features are available in this iOS and how to upgrade. Prerequisites: None Thursdays May 1 to May 15 8:00am to 10:30am or 7:00 to 9:30pm Location: Leon Lynch 1410 Broadway East Chicago, Indiana Instructor: George Zahariadis 36 Computer Classes continued Virus Protection Workshop With hundreds of new computer viruses every month, keeping anti-virus software up-to-date has never been so important. Despite this, average computer users are usually unaware their workstations have been infected until they start to suffer the consequences of an attack from a virus, worm or Trojan horse. This workshop gives attendees an opportunity to gain hands-on experience of viruses. It also presents practical methods to reduce and contain virus infections. This class will also show you how to get a free virus checker for your home PC. Prerequisites: None Thursday—June 5 11:00am to 2:00pm or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: McBride Hall 1301 Texas Street Gary, Indiana Instructor: George Zahariadis Effective Business Writing SkillsONLINE This online course provides an overview of sound business writing skills introducing the learner to the process of business writing, including prewriting strategies, organizational methods, and revision techniques, Learners examine various types of business writing such as memos, emails, formal letters, and presentations. Learners gain practice in identifying and correcting grammatical errors and structural flaws in writing and gain experience in writing in a professional tone. Prerequisites: None Certified Associate in Project Management-ONLINE This online self-paced course explores terminology, tools, and techniques that are required to take a project from the initiating process to planning, executing, controlling, and closing. In addition to providing learners with an overview of key concepts in PMI's A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, Fourth Edition (PMBOK), this course includes exercises intended to build confidence and increase the learners' chances of passing the CAPM Exam. Prerequisites: None LEED 205—Green Building and LEED, Preparing for the LEED Green Associate Exam-ONLINE This online course examines green design, construction, and operations concepts that are fundamental to the LEED green building rating system. It prepares learners to sit for the LEED Green Associate exam given by USGCB. The course covers LEED intents and concepts at the credit category level as well as strategies and synergies. Other topics covered in this course include LEED corporate social responsibility, integrated project team(s), environment and social and economic impact of sustainability strategies and actions. LEED metrics and LEED referenced standards are addressed throughout the course. Prerequisites: None PLEASE NOTE: You CANNOT register for off-site classes over the phone or online. You MUST visit your Career Development Office and register. Offsite Classes continued 37 Professional Presence 107 This course provides students with the opportunity to develop a professional presence in business and social settings. Topics include professional communication, proper etiquette and job attainment skills. Prerequisites: Ivy Tech Entrance Assessment HVAC 201 Cooling Service Covers procedures used to diagnose electrical, control, mechanical and refrigeration problems common to cooling systems. Familiarizes students with using the refrigeration cycle and temperature/ pressure charts as diagnostic tools in troubleshooting refrigeration system problems. Includes various methods of checking refrigerant charges, methods for charging air conditioning and refrigeration systems, electrical and refrigeration system components, and schematic and pictorial diagrams. Prerequisites: Burns Harbor 64-week HVAC Training Program Mondays May 12 to August 18 8:00am to 12:15pm or 3:30 to 7:45pm Location: Burns Harbor Career Development 1275 1/2 McCool Rd Burns Harbor, Indiana Instructor: Joe Thomas Thursdays May 29 to June 26 8:00am to 11:00am or 3:30 to 6:30pm Location: USW Gary Career Center 1221 E Ridge Road Gary, Indiana Instructor: Robert Smith If space is available, any class with a diamond () next to the title is a class open to spouses of active Local 1010 and 1011 and retired Local 1010 and 1011 steelworkers. Classes without a diamond next to them are for active steelworkers only! We go to great pains to make sure that everything in this Schedule of Classes is accurate and up to date. However, anything can happen. Please note that class times and dates are subject to change at any time. In the event of a time change, date change, or course cancellation, we will try to the best to notify you in advance. 38 Offsite Classes continued Please be aware of this change in policy as it may affect how you register for classes: There will no longer be specific spouse and retiree registration dates. Retirees and spouses can sign up for any eligible class (a diamond class) during the week before the start of that class. Online registration will begin at 8:00 am and phone and in-person registration will begin at 9:00 a.m. No one will be registered by leaving a voicemail message. You will receive your confirmation at that time, but we cannot guarantee a spot for any spouse or retiree. Please note that if you register online or by phone, your confirmation will be mailed to you. Example: If you wish to take a class scheduled to begin on the 19th of the month, registration for that class will begin on the 12th. So the earliest you could register would be 8:00 a.m. through online registration. In-person and phone registration would begin at 9:00 a.m. Registration will still be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Thank you for your cooperation! 39 JobLink’s Learning Advocates If you are Active Local 1010 there are 1. Online Register online at www.bkjoblink.org. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Please Note: Calumet College, Ivy Tech, South Suburban and T.A.P. classes cannot be registered for online. You MUST come into the JobLink office to register. 2. Phone-in Call our office Mondays through Thursdays between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or Fridays between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at (219) 399-8135 or (219) 399-8136. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Please Note: Calumet College, Ivy Tech, South Suburban and T.A.P. classes cannot be registered for online. You MUST come into the JobLink office to register. 3. Walk-in Stop by our office Mondays through Thursdays between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or Fridays between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Mission Statement Policy Provider.” To provide support of the education, training, and Customized classes: If courses lead to certification from a nationally accredited body. personal development of the employees of Candidates must get approval prior to ArcelorMittal, who are represented by Local registering for classes and their EXPENDITURES 1010 of the United Steelworkers. JobLink’s MAY NOT EXCEED $3800. programs are jointly managed by the company and the union through the Local Joint Committee, Issuance 15 in accordance with the guiding principles of the The ICD policy “Issuance 15” allows retirees Collective Bargaining Agreement and the policies access to tuition assistance if: That retiree has established by the Institute for Career begun a career goal using TAP, has retired within Development. the last 12 months, and if there is money Office Hours Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday Closed (Registration begins at 9:00 a.m.) JobLink’s Subcommittee Steve Wagner USW Local 1010 Representative Marcia Taylor JobLink Coordinator Roger Hughes ArcelorMittal Company Representative Issuance 14 Per the Institute for Career Development. An active Local 1010 member can expend up to $3800 of program funds for combining TAP (tuition assistance) and customized courses under the following circumstances. Tuition Assistance (TAP) If seeking a degree from a school listed in the current “Accredited Institutions of Post Secondary Education” or by private occupational/ vocational schools recognized by State boards of vocational education. This will also extend to schools approved by the ICD as “An Exception to available from the previous year’s tuition assistance budget. Look for the If space is available, any class with a diamond () next to the title is a class that Local 1010 and 1011 spouses and retirees are eligible to take. Classes without a diamond () next to it are for active steelworkers only! Information Mailing Address: 3210 Watling, MC 7-200, East Chicago, Indiana 46312 Physical Address: 3333 Michigan Avenue, East Chicago, Indiana 46312 Web Address: www.bkjoblink.org General Information (219) 399-8135 or 399-8136 Marcia Taylor, Coordinator (219) 399-8134 Steve Wagner, USW Local 1010 Representative (219) 398-3100 ext. 113 Roger Hughes, ArcelorMittal Company Rep. (219) 399-4699 JobLink Fax (219) 399-8137 Ken Bogucki Utilities 5 A/C Carl Brisco #2 S.P. Tom Christman 80” Hot Strip Frank Falardeau 80” Hot Strip Yolande Dennis-Sobkowicz Training Jim Flannery #1 S.P. Bob Guevara Training Kevin Kelly Sr. IN Harbor Coke Marylou Mamrila 3Cold Strip Edgar McHaskell Retired/SOAR Paulette Mezo 80” Hot Strip Robert Murray #2 S.P. Michael Nelson #4 S.P. Everett Payne 7 Blast Furnace Lawrence Person Internal Logistics: Trucking John Shultz 3 Cold Strip Joe Somodi Sinter Plant Genfu Tai R&D Jerry Torres Training Nick Valle Union Hall John Walker #4 S.P. If you are Active Local 1011 there are Active members are eligible for classes at these sites. To find out what classes are available check out the websites, listed below. 1. Online Register online at www.ihlearningcenter.org. 2. Phone-in Call our office Mondays through Fridays between 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at (219) 398-3150 ext. 18 or fax enrollment to (219) 354-0853. 3. Walk-in Stop by our office Mondays through Fridays between 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mission Statement The Leon Lynch Learning Center career development program is established to prepare the Steelworker for opportunities outside the employment of the steel mill and making them a more rounded individual. Office Hours Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. Leon Lynch’s Local Joint Committee Mariano “Chief” Flores USW Local 1011 Co-Chair Roger Hughes ArcelorMittal Company Co-Chair John Hartman, Coordinator Sharon Perkins, Local 1011 Shaun Sanchez, ArcelorMittal Restricted Classes Out of your $2,000 a year customized course allowance, you can only use $1,250 per year on restricted personal development classes. Issuance 14 Per the Institute for Career Development. An active Local 1010 member can expend up to $3800 of program funds for combining TAP (tuition assistance) and customized courses under the following circumstances. Tuition Assistance (TAP) If seeking a degree from a school listed in the current “Accredited Institutions of Post Secondary Education” or by private occupational/vocational schools recognized by State boards of vocational education. This will also extend to schools approved by the ICD as “An Exception to Policy Provider.” Customized classes: If courses lead to certification from a nationally accredited body. US Steel - Midwest Career Development 1919 Willowcreek Road, Portage, Indiana www.usscareer.com/midwest Candidates must get approval prior to registering for classes and their expenditures may NOT EXCEED $3800. Issuance 15 The ICD policy “Issuance 15” allows retirees access to tuition assistance if: That retiree has begun a career goal using TAP, has retired within the last 12 months, and if there is money available from the previous year’s tuition assistance budget. Look for the USW/MITTAL-Burns Harbor 1275 ½ McCool Rd, Burns Harbor, Indiana http://mittalcareer.org If space is available, any class with a diamond () next to the title is a class that Local 1011 and 1010 spouses and retirees are eligible to take. Classes without a diamond () next to it are for active steelworkers only! Information Address: 1410 Broadway Avenue, East Chicago, Indiana 46312 Web Address: www.ihlearningcenter.org General Information (219) 354-0077 John Hartman, Coordinator (219) 398-9363 (219) 713-3356 (cell) Macario Gallegos, Admin. Assist. (219) 354-0077 (219) 688-0627 (cell) Mariano “Chief” Flores (219) 398-3150 ext. 19 Roger Hughes, ArcelorMittal Company Rep. (219) 399-4699 Leon Lynch Fax (219) 354-0853 US Steel - Gary Works 1221 E. Ridge Road, Gary, Indiana www.usscareer.com To see catalogs from these learning centers go to www.icdlearning.org. Then click on the ICD Program Course Catalogs found in the left column. Office Hours Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm Information General Information (708) 392-1083 Fax (708) 392-1193 Riverdale’s Local Joint Committee Ken Knaga, ArcelorMittal Company Co-Chair Jeff La Belle, Coordinator Mailing Address 13500 South Perry Avenue Riverdale, IL 60827 Web Design Desk top Skills Law/Legal Business Management Industrial/Skilled Trades Green/Renewable Energy Career & Services Healthcare/Allied Health Accounting/Finance Tax IT Certifications Education OVER 700 ONLINE COURSES, CERTIFICATES AND CERTIFICATIONS 24/7, WHENEVER AND WHEREVER YOU NEED THEM! 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