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Courses on Tuesday 2010

  Course:   Art   Weekly  
 
Code:   391-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   2/02/2010   EndDate:   7/12/2010   Time:   09:30   --   12:00   HAMLYN HEIGHTS
 
Tutor:   Peter   Ihlenfeld   Enquiries / Bookings:   5244 5114
 
Oil painting and other mediums for beginners and advanced painters in a co-operative atmosphere. Occasional guest
 
tutors. Easels available.

  Course:
   Art   Weekly  
 
Code:   261-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   2/02/2010   EndDate:   14/12/2010   Time:   13:00   --   16:00   PORTARLINGTON
 
Tutor:   Patricia Elaine   Norton   Enquiries / Bookings:   5259 2179
 
We continue to explore and practise a wide diversity of art from drawing in pencils, coloured pencils, pastels or pen and
 
ink to painting in a variety of mediums - pastels, watercolours, oils and acrylics.  Both traditional and modern art are
 
encouraged. Occasionally we have a guest artist conduct an all day workshop, or go on an excursion.  Students are
 
encouraged, criticised and advised by an experienced, qualified art teacher,  plus the very good artists in the group. It is

  Course:
   Books and eBooks: Impact and Influence   Monthly  
 
Code:   451-10   Notes:   Class held monthly. 1st week of month.
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   2/02/2010   EndDate:   7/12/2010   Time:   09:30   --   11:00   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Rosemary   Gullett   Enquiries / Bookings:   5244 5114
 
The group will select and discuss the same book to consider content, form, structure and style. We will also explore the
 
emergence of ebooks, ebook readers and the free access to thousands of titles in the public domain - copyright free.

  Course:
   Calligraphy 111   Weekly   Vacancies   No
 
Code:   268-10   Notes:   6 weeks course per term
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   2/02/2010   EndDate:   7/12/2010   Time:   10:00   --   12:00   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Margaret   Pasquill   Enquiries / Bookings:   5243 6546/5241 6445
 
This course will be conducted by 2 Tutors.  The second  tutor is Alison John.
 
This course is ONLY for those who have completed Calligraphy 11.  It will include projects which will consolidate and
 
develop skills learned in Calligraphy 11.

  Course:
   Cryptic Crosswords   Weekly  
 
Code:   233-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   9/02/2010   EndDate:   30/11/2010   Time:   14:00   --   16:00   EAST GEELONG
 
Tutor:   Joan   Livingston   Enquiries / Bookings:   5229 8138
 
Self-help group,  discussing the different types of cryptic clues in the first hour, and solving cryptic crosswords in the
 
second hour.

  Course:
   Egyptology / Archeology   Weekly   Vacancies   No
 
Code:   505A-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   2/03/2010   EndDate:   30/11/2010   Time:   13:30   --   15:30   BELMONT
 
Tutor:   Jan   Irwin   Enquiries / Bookings:   5243 2313
 
Covering the finding of artifacts, particularly in Egypt and what is learned from them, plus the story of the archeologists
 
themselves and we will cover other parts of the Near East as well.

  Course:
   Exploring Your Creative Talents   Weekly  
 
Code:   263A-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   2/02/2010   EndDate:   7/12/2010   Time:   12:30   --   14:00   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Marilyn   Cattanach   Enquiries / Bookings:   5222 5279
 
Learn all types of arts/crafts ie. Card Making.  Full list available on enrolment day

  Course:   Geology: The Physical Earth   Weekly  
 
Code:   243-10   Notes:   No classes in Term 3
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   2/02/2010   EndDate:   14/12/2010   Time:   10:00   --   12:00   QUEENSCLIFF
 
Tutor:   Henry   Hudson   Enquiries / Bookings:   5258 2496
 
Geological principles, natural processes. Geological history. Structure of Earth. The Sea. Minerals - characterise rocks,
 
special industrial minerals, gems, principles in mineralogy. Petrology - rock types, formation, significance. Theories in
 
Geology. Rocks in our environment - interpretation. Continents. Sea level, geomorphology - the beauty of Earth. Fossils.
 
 Theory of Evolution. Geologists and their publications. Excursions to selected sites are essential. Climate change.

  Course:
   History: British 43 AD - 1603 AD   Weekly  
 
Code:   108-10   Notes:   Commencing term 2
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   13/04/2010   EndDate:   7/12/2010   Time:   13:30   --   15:30   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   John   Slade   Enquiries / Bookings:   5250 2975
 
British History -  43 AD - 1603 AD -  from the Roman invasion of Britain through to the Tudor Dynasty.  Many women
 
and men influenced events of this period.  Become part of a discussion group to make these people and happenings

  Course:
   Italian Continuing   Weekly  
 
Code:   212-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   23/02/2010   EndDate:   30/11/2010   Time:   10:00   --   11:00   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Louise   Stanley   Enquiries / Bookings:   0413 231 497
 
Ongoing exploration of grammar, comprehension and conversation.

  Course:
   Italian for Beginners   Weekly  
 
Code:   294-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   23/02/2010   EndDate:   30/11/2010   Time:   09:00   --   10:00   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Louise   Stanley   Enquiries / Bookings:   0413 231 497
 
Basic skills and overview of Italian.  Assuming no prior knowledge.

  Course:
   Philosophy   Weekly  
 
Code:   201-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   2/02/2010   EndDate:   7/12/2010   Time:   10:00   --   12:00   BELMONT
 
Tutor:   Rien   Willemse   Enquiries / Bookings:   5243 2758
 
The function of the Philosophy class is to examine, through the presentation of relevant material and group discussion,
 
issues relating to ethics, logic, epistemology, aesthetics, mind, religion,  etc. In this, it draws on the life experiences of
 
its members to add the individual perspective.

  Course:
   Philosophy for Our Times   Weekly  
 
Code:   458-10   Notes:   in recess until 3rd term
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   2/02/2010   EndDate:   7/12/2010   Time:   14:00   --   15:30   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Maurice   Alexander   Enquiries / Bookings:   5254 2432
 
Taking a lead from the Australian Woman Philosopher, Genevieve Lloyd's book "Providence Lost" the group discussions
 
will start with the areas of womern's contribution to Philosophy and the influence of religion on philosophical ideas moving
 
 to contempory thinkers.

  Course:
   Pottery   Weekly  
 
Code:   269-10   Notes:
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   2/02/2010   EndDate:   30/11/2010   Time:   10:00   --   12:00   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   Denise   Jakubzik   Enquiries / Bookings:   5244 5114
 
Handbuild your own plant pots, bird baths and wall plaques.  Make your own garden art.  Decorate your home with items
 
you have made yourself.  This class is meant to be casual and fun.  Students work on their individual projects.  No
 
wheel work.

  Course:
   The History of Ireland   Fortnightly  
 
Code:   449-10   Notes:   1st & 3rd Tuesdays
 
Day:   Tue   StartDate   2/02/2010   EndDate:   7/12/2010   Time:   13:30   --   15:00   GROVEDALE
 
Tutor:   William James     Adair   Enquiries / Bookings:   5244 5114
 
An in-depth look at the rich and vibrant history and folklore. The many myths and legends that make Ireland a land of
 
saints, scholars, and rogues, and of the people of Ireland who have gone out and contributed so much to the rest of the



 

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