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Courses on Monday 2010

  Course:   Anthropology A   Weekly  
  Code:   105-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   29/11/2010   Time:   10:00   --   11:30   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Dennis   Govan   Enquiries / Bookings:   5244 3278
 
"They Studied Man". How our origins were unveiled over 2000 years.  Plus, for discussion: "The Origin of Life".

  Course:
   Art: Life Drawing   Weekly  
 
Code:   163-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   6/12/2010   Time:   10:00   --   12:30   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Janne   Kearney   Enquiries / Bookings:   0407 809 660
 
Drawing with live nude models.  Students bear the cost of the model.

  Course:
   Book Group   Monthly   Vacancies   No
 
Code:   182-10   Notes:   1st Monday of the month
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   6/12/2010   Time:   13:30   --   15:00   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Inge   Davies   Enquiries / Bookings:   5221 3760
 
Members read the same book (from a list democratically drawn up) and discuss content, style, author’s background,
 
individual perception and understanding, etc.

  Course:
   Bridge: Advanced   Weekly  
 
Code:   131B-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   13/12/2010   Time:   14:00   --   16:00   TORQUAY
 
Tutor:   Elizabeth   Wapshott   Enquiries / Bookings:   5261 4717
 
 Intermediate - Supervised play for people with knowledge of play and bidding.
 
 Advanced - Duplicate Bridge for players who would like to compete.

  Course:
   Bridge: Beginners   Weekly  
 
Code:   131A-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   13/12/2010   Time:   12:00   --   14:00   TORQUAY
 
Tutor:   Elizabeth   Wapshott   Enquiries / Bookings:   5261 4717
 
Learn to play Bridge in a friendly atmosphere. ACOL bidding. Term 1 and 2 beginners lessons.  Term 3 and 4 supervised

  Course:
   Computer Basics for Beginners   Weekly  
 
Code:   455C-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   26/07/2010   EndDate:   13/09/2010   Time:   10:00   --   12:00   HAMLYN HEIGHTS
 
Tutor:   Ann   Ferguson   Enquiries / Bookings:   5251 5645

  Course:
is suitable for students who wish to learn the basics of computing which would include word processing, printing,
 
downloading photos, emailing and surfing the web.

  Course:
   Computer Basics for Beginners   Weekly  
 
Code:   455D-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   4/10/2010   EndDate:   29/11/2010   Time:   10:00   --   12:00   HAMLYN HEIGHTS
 
Tutor:   Ann   Ferguson   Enquiries / Bookings:   5251 5645

  Course:
is suitable for students who wish to learn the basics of computing which would include word processing, printing,
 
downloading photos, emailing and surfing the web.

  Course:
   Cryptic Crosswords   Weekly  
 
Code:   363B-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   6/12/2010   Time:   13:00   --   15:00   HAMLYN HEIGHTS
 
Tutor:   Kevin   James   Enquiries / Bookings:   5244 5114
 
This will be an investigation into the techniques used by Cryptic Crossword designers,  and then an opportunity to put
 
this knowledge into practice by solving puzzles.

  Course:
   Discussion Group   Weekly  
 
Code:   122-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   6/12/2010   Time:   13:15   --   14:45   GEELONG
 
Tutor:   Joan   Keating   Enquiries / Bookings:   5244 5114
 
Our members submit topics and we will discuss anything.  Preferred topics will be controversial, debatable, topical, and
 
good-natured dissention is the norm.  We also organise a luncheon together at least once a year.

  Course:
   Drawing Skills Development   Weekly  
 
Code:   173-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   6/12/2010   Time:   10:00   --   12:30   HAMLYN HEIGHTS
 
Tutor:   Juanita   Hatzigeorgiou   Enquiries / Bookings:   5278 6146
 
The aim of this course is to develop skills in drawing in all mediums.

  Course:   English: Nuts, Bolts & Washers of   Weekly  
 
Code:   172-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   6/12/2010   Time:   15:15   --   16:15   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Hans   Colla   Enquiries / Bookings:   5244 5114
 
Test yourself: find the errors, if any. [ Warning: sneeky! ] 
 
A. Drouin - home of the Ablett's.  B. De Stefano was not a chartered accountant.  C. It's come true! D. a battle with bowl
 
cancer  E. Neither my fiancee nor I am/is/are religious.  F. What is dendrology?  G. How do you pronounce gunwales? 
 
(Answers in first 2010 class!)

  Course:
   Mah Jong: Unique Wonder   Weekly  
 
Code:   235A-10   Notes:   Experience essential
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   6/12/2010   Time:   13:30   --   15:00   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Anne   Garratt   Enquiries / Bookings:   5244 5114
 
This is a  level of Mah Jong which will  enable players to join in with most clubs throughout Australia and New Zealand.
 
This class will be held for current, continuing Mah Jong players,  and  new members with some knowledge of Mah Jong,
 
will be made welcome.

  Course:
   Music: Active Listening to   Weekly   Vacancies   No
 
Code:   111-10   Notes:   No class on a Public Holiday Monday
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   29/11/2010   Time:   10:00   --   12:00   OCEAN GROVE
 
Tutor:   Margaret   Hughes   Enquiries / Bookings:   5256 2195
 
This music appreciation class is run on a shared-tutor basis (Anne Pilgrim, Malcolm John, Margaret Hughes).  We explore
 
all kinds of music from the Middle Ages to the present day, to gain an insight into the history of music, composers,
 
musical terms, orchestral instruments, the voice, etc.
 
We listen to recorded music on CDs,  tapes and records,  and invite local musicians, choirs, music teachers and
 
students to perform live.

  Course:
   Politics   Weekly   Vacancies   No
 
Code:   104-10   Notes:   Limited vacancies
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   6/12/2010   Time:   10:00   --   12:00   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   John   Craig   Enquiries / Bookings:   5221 1137
 
Everyone knows something about politics.  The main emphasis in this class is on the discussion of contemporary politics
 
 in Australia and the world. The functions of parliaments, governments, political parties, prime ministers, constitutions,
 
judicial systems and electoral systems are among the topics covered.

  Course:
   Science and Civilization   Weekly   Vacancies   No
 
Code:   341-10   Notes:   Limited vacancies
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   6/12/2010   Time:   13:30   --   15:30   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Roger   Lamb   Enquiries / Bookings:   5278 3954
 
Links Science and Civilization, famous (past) scientists, blood groups, migrations, DNA, man's origin, language and
 
writing development, measurement, trade, tools, explorations, navigation, astronomy, ancient monuments, environment.
 
 
Group discussion and class presentations will be encouraged and topics canvassed.

  Course:
   Spanish for Beginners   Weekly   Vacancies   No
 
Code:   347B-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   1/02/2010   EndDate:   6/12/2010   Time:   11:30   --   13:00   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Irene   Moloney   Enquiries / Bookings:   5276 1245
 
Introduction to the Spanish language, including pronunciation, basic expressions, vocabulary and grammar.

  Course:
   Yoga  -  Advanced   Weekly  
 
Code:   380-10   Notes:   6 to 7 classes per term for those with some yoga experience
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   8/02/2010   EndDate:   22/11/2010   Time:   09:00   --   10:15   HIGHTON
 
Tutor:   Lori   Hutton   Enquiries / Bookings:   0419 002 740
 
This yoga class covers gentle yoga postures, breathing techniques and relaxation.  With yoga practices you can expect:
 
greater flexibility, more efficient breathing, better alignment and a sense of well-being.

  Course:   Yoga  -  Beginners   Weekly  
 
Code:   380A-10   Notes:   6 to 7 classes per term.  No experience required.
 
Day:   Mon   StartDate   8/02/2010   EndDate:   22/11/2010   Time:   10:30   --   11:45   HIGHTON
 
Tutor:   Lori   Hutton   Enquiries / Bookings:   0419 002 740
 
This yoga class covers gentle yoga postures, breathing techniques and relaxation.  With yoga practices you can expect:
 
greater flexibility, more efficient breathing, better alignment and a sense of well-being.


 

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