Noncredit Continuing Education Classes
Summer 2008

• OTHER OCCUPATIONS
• REAL ESTATE

OTHER OCCUPATIONS

Introduction to Photoshop [for Photographers] *NEW!*
In this expanded study of Photoshop the perspective is from the photographer's point of view. This course contains a review of the toolbar and Photoshop layers capabilities, and some exposure as to how Photoshop serves the World Wide Web. The course also relates the capabilities of the Photoshop software to the current photographic industry, e.g., the various file format selections and their application within the photographic industry. Topics include the tool selection and capabilities, balancing tonality in an image, color correction, archiving and back-up, file formats and their uses within the photographic industry, adjusting settings for professional input and output resolution. $130 (includes $30 computer fee*)

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Mediation and Conflict Resolution Training
Cosponsored by Howard Community College's Division of Continuing Education and the Mediation and Conflict Resolution Center. This 40 hour training provides a comprehensive overview of conflict resolution and intensive/interactive mediation skills building. It satisfies the training requirement for designation by Maryland Circuit Courts as a mediator. Training involves small group discussions and exercises, coached role-playing, videos, and some lecture. A resource manual is provided. Please bring your lunch for Saturday sessions. Instructor Barbara Williams has a private practice and is listed on the rosters for court appointed mediation with several courts. She has conducted extensive training in mediation and creative conflict resolution. She holds an M.A. in public administration and M.Ed. in counseling and a J.D. Early Bird Discount! Register by May 21 and receive a $50 discount. Before May 21 $800; (includes $75.00 materials fee) after May 21, $850.00 (includes $75.00 mat

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REAL ESTATE

Real Estate: Appraisal Practices & Analysis, Part II
This course is the last in a series of four (4) courses designed to meet the education requirements of the Maryland Real Estate Appraisers Commission for the Licensed Real Estate Appraiser classification. Topics to be covered include: residential markets and analysis, highest and best use, site valuation, and the cost approach. This course meets for a total of 45 classroom hours. Attendance must be 100 percent. A final examination will be given. A financial calculator, the Hewlett-Packard 12C is recommended. Prerequisite ZB 641. $480

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Real Estate Principles and Practices for Salespersons
This course is approved by the Maryland Real Estate Commission for a real estate sales license. It introduces concepts of property types, interests in real estate, property description, agency, contract law, finance, valuation, taxation, license law, and fair housing, ethics and environmental concerns. This course meets for a total of 60 classroom hours. Students must have 100 percent attendance and pass the final course exam in order to qualify for the state examination. Students are encouraged to read the first 4 textbook chapters before the first class session. Text required at first class. (T) $500

*Fees not eligible for waiver.
**Neither XE courses nor their fees are eligible for waiver.
(T) Textbook recommended or required. Purchase at HCC Bookstore before first class.
(S) Supplied needed. Instructor will provide list at first class.