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MORNINGTON
2015 Courses
ENROLMENT DAY:
WEDNESDAY 3 DECEMBER 2014
U3A Mornington contact details
PO Box 614
Mornington Vic. 3931
Phone : 5975 9773
Web : www.u3amornington.org.au
Course enquiries : [email protected]
Enrolment enquiries : [email protected]
General enquiries : [email protected]
U3A Mornington Campus
Currawong Community Centre
5-17 Currawong Street
Mornington Vic. 3931 (Melways ref : 104 J12)
ENROLMENT DAY: WEDNESDAY 3 DECEMBER 2014
Enrolment for those requiring ON-LINE ASSISTANCE will be from 9.00am – 3.00pm at
the Currawong Community Centre
Those enrolling directly on-line can access the Membership System from 9.00am.
On that day, EXISTING U3A MORNING MEMBERS should bring:
(1)
The completed Course Selection Form
(2)
Membership Fee – cheque/cash/credit
Any NEW MEMBERS requiring on-line assistance should bring:
(1)
The completed Membership Enrolment form
(2)
The completed Course Selection Form
(3)
Membership Fee – cheque/cash/credit
On-line assisted members will be provided with a copy of their invoice reflecting payment and a “View
my Details” form, confirming courses enrolled in/waitlisted for. Please keep this securely and/or diarise
the information.
MEMBERSHIP FEES:
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Full Members & Member Tutors
Associate Members
(proof of membership of another U3A is required)
Honorary Tutors (i.e. those who are not participating
in a class, other than their own) are not required to
pay a fee but must enrol on the Membership System
for insurance purposes.
This applies to Honorary Volunteers too
$70
$50
$0
CLASS FEES:
In general, class fees are included with the membership fee. Where extra charges are incurred, eg.
Outside providers (Book Discussion Group), costs of photographs, excess photocopying & demonstration
materials, a small charge will be levied in the class.
Members will be responsible for their own costs relating to excursions and cooking classes.
COURSE AVAILABILITY:
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Each member may enrol in only 3 courses initially, plus 3 x 1-day courses
Some subjects (Art & some Languages) will be limited to 1 course per member
• From 10 December 2014, members may apply for courses where vacancies exist
Thursday 22 January (10.00am – 2.00pm) will be a “resolving any enrolment issues”
day prior to classes starting.
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: U3A Mornington does not run classes on Public Holidays
Contents
ART : PRACTICAL ................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
ARTR : RESTRICTED ART COURSES (1 COURSE SELECTED) .................................................................................................................... 1
COOK : FOOD COURSES ........................................................................................................................................................................ 2
CRAFT : ALL CRAFT COURSES ................................................................................................................................................................ 3
DISH : DISCUSSION & HISTORY COURSES ............................................................................................................................................. 3
EXG : EXERCISE AND GAMES ................................................................................................................................................................. 4
ICT : APPLE & PC COURSES.................................................................................................................................................................... 8
LANG : UNRESTRICTED LANGUAGE COURSES..................................................................................................................................... 15
LANGFRR : RESTRICTED FRENCH LANGUAGE (1 COURSE SELECTED) ................................................................................................ 16
LANGGERR : RESTRICTED GERMAN LANGUAGE (1 COURSE SELECTED) ............................................................................................. 17
LANGITAR : RESTRICTED ITALIAN LANGUAGE (1 COURSE SELECTED) ................................................................................................ 18
LANGSPAR : RESTRICTED SPANISH LANGUAGE (1 COURSE SELECTED) .............................................................................................. 18
LITF : LITERATURE/ENGLISH LANGUAGE/FILM COURSES ................................................................................................................... 19
MBS : MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT .......................................................................................................................................................... 21
ONEDAY3 : 3 X ONE DAY COURSES ADDITIONAL TO STANDARD COURSES ....................................................................................... 23
PERF : PERFORMING ARTS COURSES .................................................................................................................................................. 26
PHILR : PHILOSOPHY COURSES ........................................................................................................................................................... 27
SCIE : ALL SCIENCE COURSES .............................................................................................................................................................. 27
TRAV : TRAVEL COURSES & EXCURSIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 29
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ART : PRACTICAL
15ART010 ART - SILK ART
Keithia Coppen
13 February to 20 November 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 1:00-4:00
Excluding school holidays & last Friday of month:
Learn to paint and create art suitable for wearing or display using silk and other fabrics in a relaxed and fun environment.
ARTR : RESTRICTED ART COURSES (1 COURSE SELECTED)
15ART001 DRAWING FOR FUN
Suren Sorenson
11 February to 25 November 2015
Second and Fourth weeks, Wed 10:00-12:00
Excluding school holidays. Explore the artist within from beginners to more advanced using various media in a fun atmosphere.
You cannot draw a straight line with a ruler? Good, then draw a crooked one. No imagination? Be surprised! Join me in a journey
of discovery.
15ART004 EXPERIMENTAL MIXED MEDIA
Brunsdon/Hutchins/Oliver
2 February to 23 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 9:30-12:00
DETAILS: Our team approach combines different artists teaching their own art speciality by means of painting and drawing – using
acrylic, watercolour, pencils, charcoal, pastels and oils, that will include techniques, materials and topics of interest. Experiment is
the key to this course. The practice of art will be supported by other media such as DVDs, books and computer assisted art
programs. Students will be expected to have or be prepared to purchase materials required for the sessions. Some experience in
art would be helpful, but not necessary as guidance and support is given along the way. Join us in a passage through the various
methods used in art and let's have fun!
This is a new and experimental approach to teaching Art at U3A - Discover Art with a variety of tutored group sessions.
The Course Coordinators are Kerry Hutchins,Bruce Brunsdon & Jan Oliver. Team teachers will be announced during the course.
This year-long course includes school holidays
15ART005 ART MIXED MEDIA SELF HELP
Maryanne MacPhee
6 February to 27 November 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 9:30-12:00
This course provides great interaction between artists using any medium except oils. No tuition but lots of help and
encouragement is given if wanted. Includes school holidays.
15ART006 ART MIXED MEDIA - SELF-HELP
Jean Rocka
2 February to 23 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 1:30-4:00
Excluding school holidays. No formal tutoring. Lots of supervision and help in all mediums. Or work independently. We enjoy a
rewarding and fun afternoon.
15ART007 OIL PAINTING & MIXED MEDIA
Bruce Brunsdon
5 February to 26 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:30-12:00
Includes School Hols. The aim of this course is to provide a professional and creative oil painting course for all interested in
expressing themselves in this medium. Supervision and assistance will be provided in all aspects of oil painting - including
landscapes, seascapes, still life, portraits etc. Those who have experience in other media are also welcome.
15ART008 ART HAND MODELLING POTTERY & SCULPTURE
Nancy Keith
2 February to 23 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 10:00-1:00
A course in clay incorporating pottery & sculpture with emphasis on hand modelling for firing. Continues during school holidays.
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15ART009 SCULPTURE & DRAWING
Bruce Brunsdon
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 9:30-12:00
This group uses a mix of media, from clay to wire and polystyrene as well as lino-cuts and encaustic. Drawing for sculpture is also
practiced. Some pottery wheels may also be available. Includes school holidays.
15ART011 ART WATERCOLOUR FOR BEGINNERS
Patricia Miller
2 February to 2 March 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 2:00-4:00
A list of materials will be available from the office. By practising the art and craft of watercolour with an experienced tutor, you
will learn the why and how of this beautiful medium and be supported to successful outcomes. This class is for beginners or
dabblers. Members must be able to attend all classes. All classes must be completed before going on to the next level.
15ART012 ART WATERCOLOUR FOR BEGINNERS (TUES)
Jan Oliver
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 1:30-3:30
Excluding school holidays. This is an introductory tutored class for those who have not used watercolour before or would like a
revision. Various techniques will be introduced to develop skills in mixing and using paint, using different brushes, papers and
tools, including plastic Yupo, salt, masking fluid, pen and wash, and charcoal so students can produce landscapes, still life and
flower paintings, while avoiding 'mud' or boredom. We have lots of fun in a supportive environment.
15ART013 ART WATERCOLOUR INTERMEDIATE
Jan Oliver
4 February to 25 November 2015
Weekly Course, Weds 3.00-5.00
A list of materials required can be collected from the U3A office. Excluding school holidays and 3 November. Members must have
completed Watercolour for Beginners in past 3 years or attended another Art Course so you can apply basic techniques, mix
colours and have appropriate equipment to build on techniques and methods used previously. Includes outside painting.It will
cover use of different papers and boards with Inktense pencils, charcoal, pastel pencils, pen and watercolour paints.
15ART014 ART WATERCOLOUR SELF HELP
Dora Hope
6 February to 27 November 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 1:30-3:30
Excluding school holidays. Shared pleasure and knowledge of medium - no formal instruction is given.
COOK : FOOD COURSES
15COOK01 FOOD FOR FAMILY & FUN
Anne Bould
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 10:00-12:00
Excluding school holidays:The course runs for 4 terms. Each term has different themes including:-Cooking for two-four people,
BBQ's, slow cooking, winter warmers, Christmas cooking and more. This is a practical course so be prepared to cook each week.
At the end of each session we enjoy the meal we have cooked and each other's company. Costs:-$10 a week for the food we
prepare and the tasting and $10 at the beginning of each term for a recipe folder.
15COOK02 FOOD LOVERS' DISCUSSION GROUP
Judith Kaye
4 February to 4 November 2015
Monthly, Wed 11:30-1:30
This is a course for men and women who appreciate interesting and good food. There is no tutor; the idea is to draw on the
group's own experiences and involves sharing information on different foods and cooking techniques, sampling food, and sharing
recipes. Three or four times a year the group goes out to a restaurant.
Judith Kaye will act as coordinator for the group.
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CRAFT : ALL CRAFT COURSES
15CRAFT3 CURRAWONG CRAFTIES
Bridger-Thompson
6 February to 27 November 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 1:00-4:00
For members with sewing skills from beginner to advanced. This will be a sit and sew group where members can bring items they
wish to work on but will also incorporate a Skills Share component which will involve someone with a certain skill (eg making
crazy patch Christmas stocking) demonstrating how to do this. Those not interested in taking part in the skills share tutorials can
carry on with their own sewing while still being part of the group. Jeannie Bridger and Margaret Thompson coordinate this group.
Excluding School Holidays
DISH : DISCUSSION & HISTORY COURSES
15DISH03 DISCUSSION GROUP TUESDAY
Bob MacGregor
10 February to 24 November 2015
General discussion on current topics of interest to members of the group
15DISH04 DISCUSSION GROUP - WEDNESDAY
Second and Fourth weeks, Tue 10:00-12:00
Suren Sorenson
18 February to 18 November 2015
Monthly, Wed 10:00-12:00
Our focus is not on current affairs but on the exploration in a relaxed atmosphere of how man's past thinking behaviour patterns,
from the beginning of known history, have impacted on who we are & what we do today. We ask questions such as 'what is
reality?' and discuss other intriguing & thought-provoking issues, considering possible solutions for the betterment of human
existence.
FAMILY HISTORY
Are you curious to learn more about your Family’s History? The Mornington Peninsula Family History Society offers classes on
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May 4th, 11th, 18th and 25 , either in the mornings from 10.00am – 12noon or afternoons between 2.00pm – 4.00pm.
Maximum of 8 students to each class. The first hour of each day, an experienced Family Historian will explain the principles of
Family History research to the whole class. For the 2nd hour, each participant will receive 1:1 personal assistance with their own
particular family lines by Voluntary members of the Society, using the Society’s own resources.
Course cost $50.00 non refundable, to be paid two weeks prior to the commencement of the course ( by April 20th 2015)
Postal Address: Mornington Peninsula Family History Society, P O Box 4235, Frankston 3199
Or, in person, to the MPFH Society’s Library and Resource Centre,Towerhill Road, Frankston 3199 Mel ref 102 D7
Opening hours - Tuesdays and Thursdays 10.30 – 2.30pm;
Sundays 2.00pm – 5.00pm
15DISH05 FAMILY HISTORY
Marlene Piercy
4 May to 25 May 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 10:00-12:00
15DISH06 FAMILY HISTORY
Marlene Piercy
4 May to 25 May 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 2:00-4:00
15DISH07 HISTORY DISCUSSION
Terry Moar
19 February to 19 November 2015
Monthly, Thu 2:00-4:00
The purpose of this group is to promote discussion about any aspects of writing or presenting history which is of interest to the
members. All members will be invited to present a history to the group. NB: The date of 19 March only may need to be
negotiated with the tutor
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15DISH10 THAT WAS THEN
Gus van der Heyde
9 February to 22 June 2015
Random dates as specified, Mon 11:00-12:30
Feb. 9 – Hilary Byers: “Saint stories”: visually stunning, enchanting and inspiring.
Feb. 23 – Colin Stevens: “Britain’s best kept secret……no more” - the Codebreakers of Bletchley Park – the birth of the
information age.
Mar. 23 – Doreen Gordon-Kirby: The past of Kyushu, Japan’s third largest island – “An intriguing history of Kamikazi (the Spirit of
the wind), the legacy of Thomas Glover (the Scot who shaped Japan) and Nagasaki.”
Apr. 13 – Peter Harris: “Peter the Great and the Ottoman Empire” – the need for access to the Black Sea – the establishment of
17th century Russia as a great nation.
Apr. 27 – John Snellgrove: “Mornington Peninsula Pioneer history” – a fascinated insight of some pioneers lives and their impact
on Victoria’s future at the time.
May 11 – Kevin Sack: “What does rubbing fur and amber, the catfish and a headache have to do with today’s entertainment?”
May 25 – Michael Coultas: “European discovery of S.E. Asia” – the Spice Trade.
June 15 – Mike Newman: “The change of family leisure time” – The introduction of Black and White TV broadcasting in Australia.
June 22 – Terry Moar: “General Sir John Monash-Civil Engineer, Soldier, Public Administrator” – “Make it your creed to equip
yourself for life, not solely for your own benefit but for the benefit of the whole community.”
Immerse yourself in ideas and opportunities to see our past world in new ways through this carefully chosen series of widely
different presented by nine of experienced tutors.
15DISH11 FAMILY HISTORY & GENEALOGY
Kerry Hutchins
5 February to 26 March 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:00-11:00
Delving into family history can be exciting but also daunting without some guidance into how to start, record, save and display
your family tree. This course will introduce many resources and different approaches to family history. Come along and discuss
your family tree with other like-minded people.
15DISH12 HENRY THE NAVIGATOR TO CAPTAIN COOK
Michael Coultas
15 April to 10 June 2015
Fortnightly, Wed 9:30-11:00
This course covers the extraordinary European discovery of South Asia from Henry the Navigator to Captain Cook. It includes the
roles played by the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British, and the impact of the special trading relationships of these countries especially the spice trade. As a former diplomat and international trade consultant, Michael Coultas brings a unique perspective
to this subject.
15DISH15 AN OVERVIEW OF WORLD RELIGIONS
Ian Higgins
1 October to 26 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 2:00-4:30
Each session will deal with a religious tradition that impacts upon our world and maybe personal life experience. This will include
sessions on Humanism, Aboriginal Spirituality, Chinese Traditional Religion, Buddhism, Hinduism. Zoroastrianism. Judaism,
Christianity and Islam. We will also consider what we could learn from traditions other than our own, even though we remain as
it were, outsiders, because of our particular life context. We intend to look at both attractive and less attractive aspects.
EXG : EXERCISE AND GAMES
15EXG01 BIRD WATCHING
Guest Tutor
8 October to 29 October 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:00-1:00
Introduction to Bird Watching will start with one session at The Briars followed by three field-based sessions.
15EXG02 BRIDGE BEGINNERS 1
Lindsay Young
3 February to 24 March 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 3:30-5:30
This 8 week course aims to give the participants knowledge of the fundamentals of basic bridge. Participants can then join
15EXG04 which consists of supervised play, to consolidate their knowledge.
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15EXG03 BRIDGE BEGINNERS 2
Lindsay Young
14 July to 1 September 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 3:30-5:30
This 8 week course aims to give the participants knowledge of the fundamentals of basic bridge. Participants can then join
15EXG04 which consists of supervised play, to consolidate their knowledge.
15EXG04 BRIDGE CONSOLIDATION
Lindsay Young
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 3:30-5:30
This year-long course consists of supervised play to consolidate information learnt in the beginners classes, or their equivalent.
2014 Bridge students may also apply to participate in this course.
Kate Bechet will supervise during the two 8-week periods of 3/2/2015 to 24/5/2015, and 14/7/2015 to 01/9/2015. Lindsay Young
will supervise the remaining classes.
15EXG05 BUSHWALKING
Bruce Moffatt
7 February to 28 November 2015
Weekly Course, Sat 9:00-4:00
A schedule of walks will be available during enrolment week. Start 9.00am daylight savings time, 10.00am EST.
15EXG06 CHESS
Robyn Freer
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 2:00-4:00
Excluding school holidays. Learn how to play chess or come along and share your experience with others
15EXG07 CRYPTIC CROSSWORDS BEGINNERS
Annie Lawes
10 February to 24 November 2015
Second and Fourth weeks, Tue 2:00-3:30
This course is for those with no experience doing Cryptic Crosswords. Includes school holidays.
15EXG08 CRYPTIC CROSSWORDS INTERMEDIATE
4 February to 18 November 2015
This course is for those with one or two years' experience doing Cryptic Crosswords.
15EXG09 CRYPTIC CROSSWORDS EXPERIENCED
Valerie McKenzie
First and third weeks, Wed 1:30-3:30
Jan Hale
11 February to 25 November 2015
Second and Fourth weeks, Wed 1:30-3:30
The aim of Cryptic Crosswords is to unravel the seemingly incomprehensible clues of the compiler/s. Like most things in life, there
are certain ground rules which hopefully assist in explaining, why is it so? Some answers beg more questions, making our
dictionaries our best friends (sometimes!), which leads to more discussion not always allied to the clue which started the search
in the first place. This course is for members who have been doing Cryptic Crosswords for 3 or more years.
15EXG10 JUGGLING FOR BEGINNERS
Leonard Stampton
2 February to 20 April 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 12:00-1:30
Improve your hand-eye coordination and impress the grandchildren!! Bring along 3 tennis balls or juggling balls.
15EXG11 MAH-JONG - A
Maria Grasso
4 February to 25 November 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 9:30-12:00
Excluding school holidays. Mah-Jong is a game for four players that originated in China. Mah-Jong involves skill, strategy and
calculation as well as a certain degree of chance. Mah-Jong for all levels - tuition for learners in a very friendly group.
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15EXG11B MAH-JONG - B
Marie Chatterton
5 February to 26 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 12:15-2:15
Mah-Jong is interesting, addictive, good for the brain and easier than you think. But most of all, it's fun. If you have a set of MahJong and don't know what to do with it then bring it along and let's learn to play together. Even if you have no set you are
welcome to join in the fun of learning.
15EXG12 MAH-JONG - C
Keithia Coppen
6 February to 27 November 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 9:00-12:00
Excluding school holidays. Mah-Jong is a game for four players that originated in China. Mah-Jong involves skill, strategy and
calculation as well as a certain degree of chance. Mah-Jong for all levels - tuition for learners in a very friendly group
15EXG13 PETANQUE - MONDAY
Ann Gordon
9 February to 23 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 2:00-4:00
Petanque is a sociable game which provides low-impact exercise, involving some bending and standing. It is similar to boules or
bocce and is played outdoors, currently at the Mornington Rose Gardens. Players at all levels of expertise are welcome, so
previous experience is not essential. Beginners may trial the game by using U3A boules.
15EXG14 PETANQUE TUESDAY
Val Norton
10 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 2:00-4:00
Petanque is a sociable game which provides low-impact exercise, involving some bending and standing. It is similar to boules or
bocce and is played outdoors, currently at the Mornington Rose Gardens. Players at all levels of expertise are welcome, so
previous experience is not essential. Beginners may trial the game by using U3A boules. Includes school holidays.
15EXG16 SHAKE, RATTLE AND ROLL
Helen Gordon
5 February to 26 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 10:30-12:00
Learn how, but also why, it is important to exercise. The format of the class will include 45 minutes exercise and 45 minutes
discussion about the business of ageing, covering a range of topics.
15EXG17 SOCIAL GAMES
Maria Grasso
12 February to 26 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 1:00-4:00
Excluding school holidays. An enjoyable afternoon spent playing various card games plus Mah-Jong, Scrabble & Rummykub.
Beginners to Mah-Jong and all other games will benefit from joining this group to learn new games in a supportive environment.
15EXG18 TAI CHI: BEGINNERS A
Raymond Musgrave
2 February to 23 November 2015
No experience necessary. Excluding school holidays
Weekly Course, Mon 9:00-9:45
15EXG20 TAI CHI: BEGINNERS B
Christine Ying-Goon
4 February to 25 November 2015
For people with no previous experience of Tai Chi. Excluding school holidays
15EXG22 TAI CHI: INTERMEDIATE A
Weekly Course, Wed 12:00-12:45
Marg Lester
5 February to 26 November 2015
Tai Chi for people with previous experience. Excluding school holidays
15EXG23 TAI CHI: INTERMEDIATE B
Weekly Course, Thu 9:20-10:20
Naomi Toy
4 February to 25 November 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 1:00-1:45
Tai Chi for those with previous experience. Must know Tai Chi for Arthritis. Excluding school holidays.
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15EXG25 TAI CHI: INTERMEDIATE C
Maryanne MacPhee
2 February to 23 November 2015
Tai Chi for those with previous experience. Excluding school holidays, and public holidays.
15EXG26 TAI CHI: ADVANCED A
Weekly Course, Mon 10:00-10:45
Naomi Toy
4 February to 25 November 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 2:00-2:45
Tai Chi for those with previous experience. Must have completed Intermediate Tai Chi. Excluding school holidays.
15EXG27 TAI CHI: ADVANCED B
Maryanne MacPhee
2 February to 23 November 2015
Tai Chi for those with previous experience at an intermediate level. Excluding school holidays.
15EXG28 TRIVIA: NOT SO TRIVIAL TRIVIA
Weekly Course, Mon 11:00-11:45
Terry Moar
19 February to 19 November 2015
Monthly, Thu 11:30-1:30
Are you addicted to quizzes? Join us for a monthly session designed to jog your memory, learn some unusual and interesting facts,
socialize with fellow U3A members - and have fun. All you need is a pad, pen, and your wits! NB: In March only this course will be
held on 12 March (not 19 March).
15EXG29 LINE DANCING FOR FUN (BEGIN. & INTERMED.)
Wendy Clipsham
2 February to 23 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 1:30-3:30
The beginners class is from 1.30-2.15pm. The intermediate group can join the class from 2.00pm. Intermediate class is from 2.003.30pm. Beginners are welcome to stay on and join the intermediate group.
15EXG30 LAWN BOWLING
Mornington Bowls Club
23 April to 11 June 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 10:00-12:00
Comment: The aim is to progress from a complete novice through to a competent first year bowler. It is a wonderful way to meet
and play a low impact sport for people of all ages. We have fully trained and certified coaches approved by Bowls Victoria. Cost:
$10 which covers light refreshments; to be paid at Bowling Club. Flat soled shoes (not runners) preferred. Please wear comfortable
casual clothing & hat. Various levels of fitness can be accommodated. To be played at Mornington Bowling Club. Lawn bowls is a
very sociable game which can be played at various levels depending on skill. No previous ability is required and all equipment
including bowls is supplied.
15EXG31 BALLROOM DANCING INCL PRESENTATION BALL
Doris Marmion
3 March to 16 June 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 6:30-8:00
Details: A Ball will be organised in late May or early June, where couples will be presented to a Guest of Honour and audience, and
perform a Presentation Dance. This is based on the concept of The Second Chance Debutante Ball. The theme for the Ball will be
decided on by class members.
Barry & Doris Marmion have taught professionally for over 40 years and now specialise in teaching social dancers. All dance
styles are taught including the Argentine tango, slow jive, foxtrot, waltz and rumba. Beginners are welcome.
15EXG33 FAN DANCING
Yujie Shi
11 February 2015 to 25 November 2015
Weekly Course, Weds 10.00am – 11.00am
Chinese Fan Dance is a traditional form of Chinese culture. It is an effective exercise for health and well-being for people of all
ages and fitness levels. It can help a range of disorders including anxiety, arthritis, fatigue, joint stiffness and stress. Chinese Fan
Dance can improve posture, flexibility and strength.
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ICT : APPLE & PC COURSES
15ICTBA1 APPLE COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS
Bruce Moffatt
3 February to 24 February 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 10:00-12:00
Prerequisites: Should have a computer or ready access to a computer for practice. NB This course is based on the I OX Mountain
Lion operating system. Users with Maverick OS will gain knowledge of principles only. Have you purchased, or are you about to
purchase, an Apple Macintosh computer and are unsure where to start? This course will introduce you to the world of Mac
computing with basic information on the differences with PC's, how to setup & use the various programs offered, and some
simple troubleshooting tips. You are welcome to bring your own Laptop if you want to practise what you learn in the class.
15ICTBA2 APPLE COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS
Bruce Moffatt
2 July to 23 July 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 2:00-4:00
Prerequisites: Should have a computer or ready access to a computer for practice. NB This course is based on the I OX Mountain
Lion operating system. Users with Maverick OS will gain knowledge of principles only.
Have you purchased, or are you about to purchase, an Apple Macintosh computer and are unsure where to start? This course will
introduce you to the world of Mac computing with basic information on the differences with PC's, how to setup & use the various
programs offered, and some simple troubleshooting tips. You are welcome to bring your own Laptop if you want to practise what
you learn in the class.
PC COMPUTER SKILLS FOR BEGINNERS:
Prerequisites: Should have a computer or ready access to a computer with Windows 7 for practice. Basic Computer operations
including operation of the mouse & keyboard; Computer start up; Desktop organization; Working with programs; Creating &
organizing files & folders for documents, photos & music; Printing; How to use the Recycle bin; Backing up important files &
folders; Why I need Anti Virus & Firewall protection. Choose one of the following courses:
15ICTBE1 PC COMPUTER SKILLS FOR BEGINNERS
3 February to 10 March 2015
Rosalie Arnold
Weekly Course, Tue 1:00-3:30
15ICTBE2 PC COMPUTER SKILLS FOR BEGINNERS
4 February to 11 March 2015
Terry Moar
Weekly Course, Wed 9:30-12:00
15ICTBE3 PC COMPUTER SKILLS FOR BEGINNERS
27 April to 1 June 2015
Terry Moar
Weekly Course, Mon 1:00-3:30
15ICTBE4 PC COMPUTER SKILLS FOR BEGINNERS
20 July to 24 August 2015
Terry Moar
Weekly Course, Mon 9:30-12:00
15ICTBE5 PC COMPUTER SKILLS FOR BEGINNERS
14 October to 18 November 2015
Terry Moar
Weekly Course, Wed 9:30-12:00
15ICTBF1 MANAGING DOCUMENTS, EMAILS, & PHOTOS
Peter Blyth
5 February to 26 February 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:30-12:00
Prerequisites: Should have a computer and have either attended a beginner's computer course, or use Win 7 regularly.
Do you have difficulty locating your documents/ emails/ photos on your computer? This course covers: Desktop organization.
What is a file and a folder and why should I care where I put them? Creating and organizing files and folders for documents,
photos and emails. Backing up important files and folders.
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15ICTBF2 MANAGING DOCUMENTS, EMAILS, & PHOTOS
Peter Blyth
8 October to 29 October 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 1:00-3:30
Prerequisites: Should have a computer and have either attended a beginner's computer course, or use Win 7 regularly.
Do you have difficulty locating your documents/ emails/ photos on your computer? This course covers: Desktop organization.
What is a file and a folder and why should I care where I put them? Creating and organizing files and folders for documents,
photos and emails. Backing up important files and folders.
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IPAD FOR BEGINNERS:
Prerequisites: Must have an IPad and Apple I.D. to bring to class. NB This course is not suitable for other Tablets, or for the iPad 1
series.
Have you recently acquired an iPad and are unsure how to get the best out of it? The course will show you how to set up your
iPad, install email and download applications. The course will also cover taking photos and videos, adding music, and
downloading and reading books. Choose one of the following courses:
15ICTBI1 IPAD FOR BEGINNERS
Rick Goudie
6 February to 13 March 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 9:30-12:00
15ICTBI2 IPAD FOR BEGINNERS
David Jenkins
9 February to 23 March 2015
NO CLASS 9 March 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 9:30-12:00
15ICTBI3 IPAD FOR BEGINNERS
Dawne Wallace
9 February to 23 March 2015
NO CLASS 9 March 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 1:00-3:30
15ICTBI4 IPAD FOR BEGINNERS
Linda Saddington
9 April to 14 May 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 1:30-3:30
15ICTBI5 IPAD FOR BEGINNERS
Graham Cooper
4 May to 29 June 2015
NO CLASS 18 May, 8 June, 15 June 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 9:30-12:00
15ICTBI6 IPAD FOR BEGINNERS
Dawne Wallace
22 May to 26 June 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 9:30-12:00
15ICTBI7 IPAD FOR BEGINNERS
Rick Goudie
24 July to 28 August 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 9:30-12:00
15ICTBI8 IPAD FOR BEGINNERS
Linda Saddington
27 August to 1 October 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 1:30-3:30
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TABLETS FOR BEGINNERS (ANDROID):
Have you recently acquired an Android tablet and are unsure how to get the best out of it? The course will show you how to set
up your Android tablet, install email and download applications. The course will also cover taking photos and videos, adding
music, basic security, and downloading and reading e-books.
Prerequisites: Must have a tablet with an Android Operating System (version 4.1 and up), to bring to class. Examples are Samsung
Galaxy, Google Nexus, Sony Xperia, Asus Transformer Pad. This class is not for iPad users, nor for tablets with Windows or other
operating systems. Please check your type of operating system before enrolling. Choose from the following courses:
15ICTBT1 TABLETS FOR BEGINNERS (ANDROID)
5 February to 12 March 2015
Will van Beveren
Weekly Course, Thu 1:00-3:30
15ICTBT2 TABLETS FOR BEGINNERS (ANDROID)
9 June to 14 July 2015
Robert Chard
Weekly Course, Tue 1:00-3:30
15ICTBT3 TABLETS FOR BEGINNERS (ANDROID)
2 July to 6 August 2015
Will van Beveren
Weekly Course, Thu 9:30-12:00
15ICTBTW TABLETS FOR BEGINNERS (WINDOWS 8)
Will van Beveren
3 September to 8 October 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:30-12:00
Have you recently acquired a Windows tablet and are unsure how to get the best out of it? The course will show you how to set
up your Windows tablet, install email and download applications. The course will also cover taking photos and videos, adding
music, basic security, and downloading and reading e-books.
Prerequisites: Must have a tablet with a Windows Operating System (version 8 or 8.1) to bring to class. Examples are Surface Pro,
Lenovo Ideapad, Dell Venue 8, and ASUS VivoTab. This class is not for iPad users, nor for tablets with Android or other operating
systems. Please check your type of operating system before enrolling.
INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL & INTERNET:
Prerequisite: Must have a computer with Windows 7 & connected to the Internet; attended the Essential Computer Skills course,
or be an experienced user. Introduction to Email: types of email; Email applications; Contact lists; sending, receiving, replying &
forwarding messages; attaching documents, photos and internet links to emails; organizing, deleting & drafting emails.
Introduction to the Internet: What it is; Choosing and setting up your web browser; why we need Anti Virus and Firewall
protection. Choose one of the following courses
15ICTEI1 INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL & INTERNET
16 April to 7 May 2015
Peter Blyth
Weekly Course, Thu 9:30-12:00
15ICTEI2 INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL & INTERNET
4 June to 25 June 2015
Peter Blyth
Weekly Course, Thu 1:00-3:30
15ICTEI3 INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL & INTERNET
5 November to 26 November 2015
Peter Blyth
Weekly Course, Thu 9:30-12:00
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15ICTEX1 ORGANIZING WITH EXCEL
Andrew Cikalov
17 June to 22 July 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 1:00-3:30
Prerequisites: Must have a computer with MS Office (or Excel) installed; have attended a Computer course for beginners, or be
an experienced user with keyboard skills. An internet connection would be an advantage.
Do you want to organize your life? Are you wondering how people produce useful lists for their collections? Would you like to
produce a budget the easy way? Then Excel is the spreadsheet for you. Excel is easier to use and more flexible and useful than
most people realize. This is a beginner’s course explaining how to use a simple Excel spreadsheet to enter and format data, to
sort the data with a mouse click, to add simple formulae to do calculations, and to do simple graphing to visualise your data. This
course will be taught using Excel 2010.
FUN WITH COMPUTERS:
Prerequisites: Students must be confident, experienced computer users connected to the Internet. Expand your horizons beyond
email, Word documents & Google searches. Find out how to play music & videos; buy and sell anything; book travel
arrangements; use the ABC’s I view; tour the world with Google Earth; use online banking and bill payment systems; phone
friends and family over the Internet. This is a fast paced course designed to give you a glimpse of what is possible using your PC,
its peripherals & the Internet. The content will be mainly demonstrated during class time with students expected to practise at
home. Suitable for Apple and PC users.
15ICTFU1 FUN WITH COMPUTERS
Peter Norton
7 April to 28 April 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 9:00-11:30
15ICTFU2 FUN WITH COMPUTERS
Peter Norton
6 October to 27 October 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 9:00-11:30
ADVANCED IPAD: COMMUNICATION:
Prerequisites: Must have completed an IPad Beginners course or be able to demonstrate competence in iPad use to a level
acceptable to the Tutor. Bring an iPad to class.
These two sessions will revise the proper way to email including the pitfalls & etiquette; demonstrate the various ways to attach
photos; using Imessage to replace texting; using Facebook, Facetime, and/or Skype; and how to take photos.
15ICTIC1 ADVANCED IPAD: COMMUNICATION
22 April to 29 April 2015
David Jenkins
Weekly Course, Wed 9:30-12.00
15ICTIC2 ADVANCED IPAD: COMMUNICATION
6 July to 13 July 2015
David Jenkins
Weekly Course, Mon 9:30-12:00
ADVANCED IPAD: ENTERTAINMENT:
Prerequisites: Must have completed an IPad Beginners course or be able to demonstrate competence in iPad use to a level
acceptable to the Tutor. Two (or possibly three) sessions covering topics as follows: Use of catch up TV, Apple TV. Use of Reflector.
Use of iTunes. Downloading videos and music. Using a VPN. Using overseas TV channels e.g.BBC, NBC.
15ICTIE1 ADVANCED IPAD: ENTERTAINMENT
10 June to 24 June 2015
David Jenkins
Weekly Course, Wed 9:30-12:00
15ICTIE2 ADVANCED IPAD: ENTERTAINMENT
16 November to 23 November 2015
David Jenkins
Weekly Course, Mon 9:30-12:00
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15ICTIF1 ADVANCED IPAD: SAFE BUYING & SELLING
David Jenkins
13 May to 20 May 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 9:30-12:00
Prerequisites: Must have completed an IPad Beginners course or be able to demonstrate competence in iPad use to a level
acceptable to the Tutor. Two sessions covering topics as follows: Banking, How to buy or sell on Ebay, Gumtree, Trading Post.
How to pay using PayPal. Sniping.
15ICTIF2 ADVANCED IPAD: SAFE BUYING & SELLING
David Jenkins
19 October to 26 October 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 9:30-12:00
Prerequisites: Must have completed an IPad Beginners course or be able to demonstrate competence in iPad use to a level
acceptable to the Tutor. Two sessions covering topics as follows: Banking, How to buy or sell on Ebay, Gumtree, Trading Post.
How to pay using PayPal. Sniping.
15ICTIPU IPAD USERS GROUP
David Jenkins
10 February to 10 November 2015
Monthly, Tue 9:00-11:00
Prerequisites: Must have an iPad to bring to Group and have completed an iPad beginners course, or be an experienced user. This
Group meets monthly on the 2nd Tuesday of the month to discuss issues related to using an iPad. While there will be a
Facilitator at the meeting, this is a discussion group and there will be no formal teaching.
15ICTNW1 INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKING
Rick Goudie
8 September to 29 September 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 9:30-12:00
Prerequisites: Should have some familiarity with computers and computer hardware and be a competent computer user.
In the future, networking will see an ever increasing number of devices used in the home connected to each other and the
Internet. This course will provide an overview of basic networking in the home in a Windows 7 environment. Both wired and
wireless (WiFi) systems will be explored with a focus on applications which are useful in a home setting. Topics include: how a
network functions and what hardware is required; security; the sharing of files; backup; storage; printers and media devices.
15ICTPD1 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WITH PICASA
Peter Norton
3 March to 24 March 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 9:00-11:30
Prerequisites: Must have a computer, digital camera, smart phone, or tablet and have attended beginners & file management
courses, or be an experienced user with keyboard skills. This is an introductory course for Picasa 3 (free software for filing photos
and basic editing).The course will cover loading digital photos from a camera, creating albums and collages plus how to create
interesting slide shows. In addition attendees will learn how to attach photos to emails and also upload them to the Internet.
15ICTPD2 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WITH PICASA
Peter Norton
4 June to 25 June 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:00-11:30
Prerequisites: Must have a computer, digital camera, smart phone, or tablet and have attended beginners & file management
courses, or be an experienced user with keyboard skills. This is an introductory course for Picasa 3 (free software for filing photos
and basic editing).The course will cover loading digital photos from a camera, creating albums and collages plus how to create
interesting slide shows. In addition attendees will learn how to attach photos to emails and also upload them to the Internet.
15ICTPD3 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WITH PICASA
Peter Norton
4 August to 25 August 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 9:00-11:30
Prerequisites: Must have a computer, digital camera, smart phone, or tablet and have attended beginners & file management
courses, or be an experienced user with keyboard skills. This is an introductory course for Picasa 3 (free software for filing photos
and basic editing).The course will cover loading digital photos from a camera, creating albums and collages plus how to create
interesting slide shows. In addition attendees will learn how to attach photos to emails and also upload them to the Internet.
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15ICTPE1 PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS (INTRO PART 1)
Rosalie Arnold
18 February to 11 March 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 1:00-3:30
Prerequisites: This course is NOT for computer beginners. You will be expected to have a thorough grasp of basic techniques, and
you will need a blank memory stick (2 Gb will be more than adequate). You will also need to have well-developed mouse skills.
Photoshop Elements is the industry leader in image-editing software, but it is complex, and can be very confronting to first-time
users. This course will lead you through the basics in simple, easy-to-understand steps. No previous knowledge of Elements will
be assumed - we start right at the beginning. We shall be using Elements Version 11, but if you have an earlier version (or no
version), don't worry, they all work the same way.
15ICTPE2 PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS (INTRO PART 2)
Rosalie Arnold
1 July to 22 July 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 9:30-12:00
Prerequisites: Must have completed Photoshop Elements (Intro Part 1) or a previous Photoshop Elements course.
This course will concentrate on the more complex tasks involved in using Photoshop Elements. Class members will be presumed
to have mastered the use of those Photoshop Elements taught in Part 1. This is not a revision course as new elements will be
introduced.
15ICTPE3 PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS (INTRO PART 1)
Rosalie Arnold
4 August to 25 August 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 1:00-3:30
Prerequisites: This course is NOT for computer beginners. You will be expected to have a thorough grasp of basic techniques, and
you will need a blank memory stick (2 Gb will be more than adequate). You will also need to have well-developed mouse skills.
Photoshop Elements is the industry leader in image-editing software, but it is complex, and can be very confronting to first-time
users. This course will lead you through the basics in simple, easy-to-understand steps. No previous knowledge of Elements will
be assumed - we start right at the beginning. We shall be using Elements Version 11, but if you have an earlier version (or no
version), don't worry, they all work the same way.
15ICTPE4 PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS (INTRO PART 2)
Rosalie Arnold
20 October to 17 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 1:00-3:30
Prerequisites: Must have completed Photoshop Elements (Intro Part 1) or a previous Photoshop Elements course.
This course will concentrate on the more complex tasks involved in using Photoshop Elements. Class members will be presumed
to have mastered the use of those Photoshop Elements taught in Part 1. This is not a revision course as new elements will be
introduced. NB No class 3 November 2015
15ICTPHB CREATING PHOTOBOOKS
Judy Barr
20 March to 17 April 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 9:30-12:00
Photobooks are a great way to remember special occasions such as births or weddings. You could create a beautiful coffee table
book of your holiday or a memory book of family history as a great gift. The books are professionally printed and bound and will
be treasured for years to come. The course will cover making books of various sizes, inserting photos, changing the backgrounds
and layouts.
Prerequisite: Must have a computer with Windows 7 & connected to the Internet; attended the Essential Computer Skills course,
or be an experienced user. You should bring a memory stick with your photos on it. The software for this course is free and you
will be shown how to download it and install it at home to complete your project or to make more books. NB The costs for
purchasing the book you create is not charged during the course.
NB NO CLASS 3 APRIL 2015
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15ICTPP1 POWERPOINT FOR EVERYTHING
Andrew Cikalov
1 April to 6 May 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 1:00-3:30
Prerequisites: Must have a computer with MS PowerPoint installed; have attended a Computer course for beginners, or be an
experienced user with keyboard skills. An internet connection would be an advantage.
Do you want to make inspirational and informational presentations? Are you faced with making a compelling presentation to a
class or meeting on a data projector? Do you want to put together an interesting screen show for family or friends on your TV? A
picture is worth one thousand words and PowerPoint has valuable tools for this purpose. This is an introductory course which will
enable you to put together presentations and screen shows using a variety of content including words, photos, videos, music,
images and simple graphs. This course will be taught using PowerPoint 2010.
15ICTPP2 POWERPOINT FOR EVERYTHING
Graham Cooper
7 September to 5 October 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 9:30-12:00
Prerequisites: In general, and to display screen shows on your TV at home, it is best that you have access to a laptop computer.
For tutors using the portable, a laptop connected to the TV in this room is already available for use, so a desktop PC at home is
enough. Class members should have some experience with any MS Office package such as Word or Excel, have internet access,
and know a little about files and folders. You will need a version of PowerPoint from MS Office that is 2003 or later on your own
laptop/PC, although the course will be taught using PowerPoint 2013.
This short course will demonstrate how you can build screen shows suitable for displaying on any TV – at home for friends, as a
tutor to help with classes, or to make a presentation to a wider audience using a data projector. The content will be anything
imaginable, including photos, videos, music, documents, images with annotations, and simple graphs. Each class member will
develop a screen show with your own content, eg a record of a recent trip, a part of your family tree, a class (any subject), or
demonstrating a new idea. You will learn a few simple tips and tricks to keep an audience enthralled by the content and your
own commentary. NB NO CLASS ON 21 SEPTEMBER 2015.
15ICTWO1 BEING CREATIVE WITH WORD
Anne Riddell
7 April to 12 May 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 2:00-4:00
Prerequisites: Must have a computer with MS Word installed; have attended beginners & file management courses, or be an
experienced user with keyboard skills.
MS Word is not just a program to write letters and reports with and to do mail-outs. Learn to create personalized letters,
calendars, invitations, trip journals, family histories, and more. The course will include working on a project of your own or one
set by the Tutor. This course is suitable for PC and Apple computers with MS Office installed. While taught using Word 2010, the
course is adaptable for those with 2003 or 2013 versions of Word.
15ICTWO2 BEING CREATIVE WITH WORD
Anne Riddell
2 September to 7 October 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 2:00-4:00
Prerequisites: Must have a computer with MS Word installed; have attended beginners & file management courses, or be an
experienced user with keyboard skills.
MS Word is not just a program to write letters and reports with and to do mail-outs. Learn to create personalized letters,
calendars, invitations, trip journals, family histories, and more. The course will include working on a project of your own or one
set by the Tutor. This course is suitable for PC and Apple computers with MS Office installed. While taught using Word 2010, the
course is adaptable for those with 2003 or 2013 versions of Word.
LANG : UNRESTRICTED LANGUAGE COURSES
15LAGR01 ANCIENT GREEK (ELEMENTARY)
3 February to 17 November 2015
Text: Reading Greek Text and Vocabulary, 2nd Edition, 2007, Cambridge University Press
Michael Small
First and third weeks, Tue 2:00-4:00
This is an introductory course for members who have not studied Ancient Greek, but who would like to read simple passages in
the original. Members who have some Latin will find this course to their advantage.
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15LAGR02 ANCIENT GREEK (ADVANCED)
Michael Small
4 February to 18 November 2015
Text: Reading Greek Text and Vocabulary, 2nd edition, 2007. Cambridge University Press.
This course is based on writings of well-known Greek authors. Excluding school holidays.
15LAIN01 INDONESIAN FOR TRAVELLERS
First and third weeks, Wed 10:00-12:00
Nisa Shaw
6 February to 27 February 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 2:00-4:00
This course is suitable for members wishing to learn the basics of the Indonesian language. It will focus on travel and shopping
related conversation. Emphasis will be on conversation and fun. Basic grammar will be covered.
15LAIN02 INDONESIAN FOR BEGINNERS
Nisa Shaw
4 March to 27 May 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 2:00-4:00
An introduction to the language of Australia's nearest neighbour. Suitable for those with little or no prior knowledge. Emphasis
will be on conversation and fun. Basic grammar will be covered and a little homework will be necessary to ensure progress.
15LAT01 LATIN (ADVANCED)
Michael Small
11 February to 25 November 2015
Second and Fourth weeks, Wed 10:00-12:00
Text: tba
This course is designed for members who would like to read selections from well-known Latin authors. Excluding school holidays.
15LAT02 LATIN (ELEMENTARY)
Michael Small
10 February to 24 November 2015
Second and Fourth weeks, Tue 2:00-4:00
Text: Cambridge Latin Course Book 1, 4th Edition, 2007, Cambridge University Press
A course for basic beginners who would like to read and appreciate the influence of the Latin language in contemporary society.
Excluding school holidays
LANGFRR : RESTRICTED FRENCH LANGUAGE (1 COURSE SELECTED)
15LAFR01 FRENCH BEGINNERS A
Ann Gordon
13 February to 27 November 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 10:00-12:00
No prescribed text but there will be photocopying costs for core material (approximate 50 cents per week max.)
For Absolute beginners, this course will introduce basic grammar, build vocabulary and develop conversation skills. Classes will be
held at the Tutor's home.
15LAFR02 FRENCH BEGINNERS B
Juinie Seletto
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 10:00-12:00
A fun way to learn French, including basic grammar, written and spoken French. This course is for beginners or those with little
knowledge of the language. Homework will be necessary. Holidays to be advised when class begins.
15LAFR03 FRENCH BEGINNERS C
Rosemay Oxenham
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 11:30-1:30
This course is for beginners to French (knowledge of English grammar is useful), otherwise there are no prerequisites other than a
motivation to learn! Excluding school holidays
Textbook for course: French Demystified by Annie Heminway, 2nd Edition. Available at Farrells Bookshop, Mornington, CD
included.
15LAFR05 FRENCH 2A
Lydie Pradier
6 February to 27 November 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 9:30-11:30
This course is suitable for people who have attended the 2014 French 1 class, or those with some previous learning of French at
school or beginners level. Excludes school holidays and public holidays.
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15LAFR06 FRENCH 2B
Juinie Seletto
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 1:00-3:00
For people who completed French 1B in 2014. People who have learnt French for 1 or 2 years may also be considered.
15LAFR07 FRENCH 3
Rebecca Mangan
4 February to 25 November 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 1:00-3:00
Suitable for those with 2-3 years prior knowledge who wish to expand their command of French language and culture. Emphasis
will be on conversation and fun. Grammar will be covered and a little homework will be necessary to ensure progress. There will
be no classes in school holidays.
15LAFR08 FRENCH 5
Sabine Smith
2 February to 23 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 9:00-11:00
This course is suitable for the 2014 French class members, as well as members who have a grounding in French (say up to Year 10
level), from which to explore new and exciting experiences - in grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension and conversation
(preferably/hopefully) in French! Excluding school holidays, and public holidays.
15LAFR09 FRENCH 6
Mary O'Connor
5 February to 26 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:30-11:30
Text book to be advised at 1st session.
This course will suit 2014 French 5 class members and those who have a sound understanding of French but need to refresh and
expand their knowledge. Topics will include family and relationships, travel and holidays, leisure activities, work and retirement,
the environment and other matters of interest to mature adults. Reading and translating of texts including articles, poetry, books
and stories, and conversation will take place on a weekly basis. Grammar will be revised in an informal way. Includes school
holidays.
15LAFR10 FRENCH 7 ADVANCED
Lydie Pradier
2 February to 23 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 10:00-12:00
This course is for those who have studied French for 5 or more years. The focus is on comprehension and conversation, with an
emphasis on French culture. We will endeavour to speak only French in class. Excluding school holidays.
LANGGERR : RESTRICTED GERMAN LANGUAGE (1 COURSE SELECTED)
15LAG01 GERMAN 1
Karen Lange-Rolls
6 February to 27 November 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 10:00-12:00
Ever wanted to learn a new language? Then this beginners' course will set you on your way to learning German. It is designed for
those with little or no knowledge of German and covers vocabulary, pronunciation, basic grammar and simple conversation. At
the same time you will be exposed to German culture, history, music and food.
15LAG03 GERMAN 2
TBA
6 February to 27 November 2015
This course is an extension to German 1 with an increased emphasis on conversation and travel.
15LAG05 GERMAN: ADV. CONVERSATION
Weekly Course, Fri 1:00-3:00
Rosemary Rowlings
4 June to 26 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 10:00-12:00
Come along and join in this recently established German conversation class. Enhance your knowledge and German conversation
skills by engaging in discussion on various topics including - German Culture, traditions, food, music famous German artists and
authors, as well as other topics of interest. This course is suitable for those who have three or more years of experience with the
German language.
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LANGITAR : RESTRICTED ITALIAN LANGUAGE (1 COURSE SELECTED)
15LAIT01 ITALIAN - JUST A TASTE
Leocadia Davey
16 October to 20 November 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 2:00-4:00
Is Italian the language for you? This short course of 6 weeks only, is for beginners interested in testing the waters of a new
language. Includes introduction to basic grammar and conversation for travel. Lots of trial and error and humour encouraged!
15LAIT02 ITALIAN 1 - FOR TRAVELLERS
Joanne Blake
6 February to 27 March 2015
This Italian course is for absolute beginners.
Weekly Course, Fri 2:00-4:00
15LAIT03 ITALIAN 1 BEGINNERS
Rosemay Oxenham
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 9:00-11:00
This course is for beginners to Italian (knowledge of English grammar is useful), otherwise there are no prerequisites other than a
motivation to learn! Excluding school holidays.
15LAIT05 ITALIAN 4
Zefferina Penso
2 February to 23 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 9:30-11:30
This course is suitable for members who have had some exposure to Italian instruction over one to two years. Excluding school
holidays.
15LAIT06 ITALIAN 6 ADVANCED
Zefferina Penso
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 9:30-11:30
The focus of the course is on conversation and comprehension. Italian is spoken as much as possible in class.
15LAIT07 ITALIAN 6
Peter Monichon
4 February to 25 November 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 2:00-4:00
This class follows on from 2014 and is suitable for members who have previously done 3-4 years of Italian Language instruction.
Excluding school holidays
LANGSPAR : RESTRICTED SPANISH LANGUAGE (1 COURSE SELECTED)
15LAS02 SPANISH FOR FLUENCY
Rebecca Mangan
2 February to 23 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 1:00-3:00
Spanish for Fluency - a mixed ability class. Suitable for those with prior knowledge of the language who wish to expand their skills
through conversation. Emphasis will be on communication. Grammar will be covered and a little homework will be necessary to
ensure progress. Excluding school holidays and public holidays.
15LAS03 SPANISH 3
Bob Weber
6 February to 27 November 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 9:30-11:30
For those members who have completed at least one year of Beginners Spanish at U3A or elsewhere. Excluding 3 April
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LITF : LITERATURE/ENGLISH LANGUAGE/FILM COURSES
15LITF01 BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Rod Tacon
5 February to 5 November 2015
Monthly, Thu 2:00-3:30
$10 per year paid in January -- books provided on loan. Each book is assigned a leader to direct discussion which is free-flowing
and informal. All books to be read during the year will be supplied monthly by the Mornington Library. Books to be read for the
2015 year will be decided by the 2014 class members as it is necessary to order the entire year's titles in advance.
15LITF02 BOOK OF THE MONTH (THURSDAY)
Beryl Beaney
19 February to 19 November 2015
Monthly, Thu 2:30-4:15
Autobiographies, classics, prize winning novels, blockbuster bestsellers - all are included on the reading list for this lively
discussion group. Come along and share your reading experiences with other keen readers. Buy, beg or borrow your own books
for the group.
15LITF03 BOOK OF THE MONTH (MONDAY)
Beryl Beaney
16 February to 16 November 2015
Monthly, Mon 2:00-3:45
Autobiographies, classics, prize winning novels, blockbuster bestsellers - all are included on the reading list for this lively
discussion group. Come along and share your reading experiences with other keen readers. Buy, beg or borrow your own books
for the group.
15LITF04 CREATIVE WRITING BEGINNERS
Cathryn Hart
5 February to 26 November 2015
Random dates as specified, Thu 9:30-11:30
DETAILS.
1. 5 Feb - 12 March: Character Development & Setting
2. 2 April - 7 May: Plot
3. 28 May - 2 July: Short Story
4. 23 July - 27 Aug: Contemporary Female Poets
5. 17 Sept - 22 Oct: Short Story
6. 29 Oct - 26 Nov: (opt) Poet and Short Story contd
Join a group of like-minded people to explore the art of creative writing. Inspiration will be drawn from the world around us, life
experience, poetry, current affairs and from other writers in a non-threatening environment. No previous experience required.
15LITF05 CREATIVE WRITING ADVANCED
Helen Dick
4 February to 18 November 2015
First and third weeks, Wed 10:00-12:00
A willingness to take on developing an extended piece of work in the three months break from June to August. Helen will be
available for contact by phone or email.
These workshops are for members who have previously completed some creative writing.
Note - there will be no classes during June, July & August. Participants will be expected to work on their own writing assignment
during this time.
15LITF06 CRIME WRITERS: WHY WE NEED THEM
Enid Walton
3 February to 17 November 2015
First and third weeks, Thur 1:00-3:00
A series of ongoing discussions on the various characters created by some crime writers. Discussion on various novels. Readings
in class. Printed information on authors supplied. Books lent on the day.
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15LITF07 EXPLORING POETRY
Helen Dick
11 February to 25 November 2015
Second and Fourth weeks, Wed 10:00-12:00
The course will look at the way in which poetry has developed and will focus on representative poets and their work through the
centuries. There will be plenty of opportunity for class members to introduce favourite poems for discussion. We will look at
various forms e.g. sonnets, and experiment with writing poems ourselves. There will be no classes in July.
15LITF09 FILM DISCUSSION
Jenny Rolleston
12 February to 12 November 2015
Monthly, Thu 2:00-5:00
Watch and discuss art house films, many of which may be foreign language with subtitles.
Films are shown on the 2nd Thursday of each month. There will be no classes in July or August. Jenny Rolleston & Di Lewis cotutor this course.
15LITF10 THE FLICKS
John Beaney
4 February to 4 November 2015
Monthly, Wed 5:00-8:30
Every now and then, a director blends the talents of writers, scenic designers, photographers, actors and composers with the
highly technical process of film making and creates a true work of art. The film, usually controversial, receives accolades and,
sometimes, notoriety. Each month, we will watch such a film and then discuss whether it deserves its reputation and why. Please
be aware that these films may be challenging. BYO evening meal, tea and coffee provided.
15LITF13 CREATIVE SCRIPT WRITING
Kathy Mueller
2 February to 23 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 1:30-4:00
This writing course reveals the process of how to construct dramatic stories - whether from imagined sources or real life
experiences. The devices used for dramatic construction and comedic setups will be identified and explored - both in small
groups and in solo writing exercises. Drama is the catalyst for stimulating emotions; comedy detaches us from raw emotions and
challenges us to think. Much of the class is about developing story ideas, including character dimensions, plotting devices,
elements of spectacle, story rhythm, premise, dialogue and subtext. Participants can work either solo on their own story ideas or
in small groups on a mutually agreed upon story presented in class.
15LITF15 SHAKESPEARE'S MACBETH
Warwick Taylor
2 February to 28 September 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 11:30-1:30
You will need your own copy of Macbeth and a notebook. In this course we will be undertaking a close, scene-by-scene textual
analysis of Shakespeare's Macbeth, and examining the universal themes of power, guilt, revenge, murder, ambition, conscience,
fear, psychological stability, and so on, and discussing the relevance of such themes, today.
15LITF16 WRITING LETTERS TO THE MEDIA
Anne Riddell
16 June to 21 July 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 12:00-2:00
An urge to express your opinions, and commitment to produce at least one letter per week for discussion in class. Includes school
holidays. A collaborative interactive class that will encourage and help members to compose letters to the media commenting on
topics appearing in current issues. Some guidance will be offered on technique but essentially the learning will come from each of
us writing a letter on our own at home and bringing it for the group to critique and suggest improvements. We will then send in
our edited letters and see how many we can get into print.
15LITF17 ALICE IN THE LOOKING GLASS - THE LEGACY
Ian Higgins
5 February to 26 March 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 2:00-4:30
This series will be a consideration of themes and incidents that appear in the second half of the Alice stories, which is entitled,
Through the Looking Glass and What Alice Found There. Participants will share their reading of the text. We will also discuss
ways that elements of the story still resonate in our contemporary world.
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MBS : MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT
15MBS01 DECLUTTER YOUR LIFE
Claire Hogan
6 February to 27 February 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 12:00-1:30
Over three sessions, participants can work out what method to use to get rid of some of the things they have accumulated over
many years, which things they will sell or give away, and whether to have a garage sale and to organize it. The last session will
focus on how to make your home and lifestyle less stressful, having definite locations for important items such as keys, etc.
BYO pen and paper
De-stress by De-cluttering (3 weeks: 6, 13 & 27 February)
We often put off de-cluttering our homes - and our lifestyle - because it can seem overwhelming. This can be a major source of
stress, particularly as we get older. Claire Hogan offers techniques that make deciding easier, and help to prioritise and clarify
values. The aim of the course is to make the process of de-cluttering both manageable and enjoyable.
15MBS01B DECLUTTER YOUR LIFE
Claire Hogan
17 April to 8 May 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 12:00-1:30
Over three sessions, participants can work out what method to use to get rid of some of the things they have accumulated over
many years, which things they will sell or give away, and whether to have a garage sale and to organize it. The last session will
focus on how to make your home and lifestyle less stressful, having definite locations for important items such as keys, etc.
BYO pen and paper
De-stress by De-cluttering (3 weeks: 17/4, 24/4 & 8/5)
We often put off de-cluttering our homes - and our lifestyle - because it can seem overwhelming. This can be a major source of
stress, particularly as we get older. Claire Hogan offers techniques that make deciding easier, and help to prioritise and clarify
values. The aim of the course is to make the process of de-cluttering both manageable and enjoyable.
15MBS02 MIND BODY SPIRIT
Maureen Anderson
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 2:30-4:30
None. The focus is on discussion, using participants' issues and/or inspirational stories. Excluding school holidays.
Discover the power of positive thinking in a calm, peaceful, relaxed atmosphere- includes a guided meditation.
15MBS03 NEURO LINGUISTIC PROGRAMING
Bob Weber
2 February to 23 November 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 9:00-10:30
NLP is the systematic study of human nature and the structure of experience. This is a program for studying how we think; how
others think; how people use language and gestures to communicate; how to change patterns to think, communicate and
understand more effectively.
15MBS04 PRESCHOOL LITERACY SKILLS FOR G'PARENTS
Fiona Morrison
5 February to 5 March 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 11:30-1:30
4 week course (5, 12, 26 Feb & 5 March)
Suitable for grandparents who have care of their preschool grandchildren (3 and 4 year old). These workshops will be interactive
and very practical, giving you the skills and tools in preparing your little ones for school. Note: This is not a course for ex-teachers.
15MBS05 PHILOSOPHY OF YOGA - AN INTRODUCTION
Gill Gordon
4 February to 25 March 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 12:15-1:45
There's more to Yoga than meets the Eye. Yoga is much more than stretching & exercise. This introduction to Yoga philosophy
and various branches of yoga is ongoing. Gill Gordon is an accredited Satyananda Teacher with 25 years experience as well as
affiliated to Satyananda Yoga
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15MBS06 SATYANANDA YOGA
Gill Gordon
4 February to 25 November 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 2:00-3:30
You will need to wear loose comfortable warm clothing and to bring a yoga mat, a warm woollen blanket and 2 firm cushions. It is
preferable that there is no food intake for 2 hours before session. School holidays are excluded from the dates of this course.
These yoga sessions are for over 55's and aim to help you keep what you've got!! Beginners welcome. Participants will learn
simple yoga postures to mobilize joints, keep flexibility and maintain strength. Some meditation will be included.
Gill Gordon is an accredited Satyananda Teacher with 25 years experience as well as affiliated to Satyananda Yoga
15MBS08 WHOLENESS FOR HAPPINESS
Glenda Walton
3 February to 7 April 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 9:30-11:30
This course is about changes you can make in your life to take you to 100 plus but with a better quality of life. We look at beliefs,
seven principles of health, better eating, finding your passion, ways to keep the brain young, stress, humour, attitude of gratitude,
de-cluttering, better breathing, meditation and techniques to help you heal.
Note: This program will be conducted during school holidays.Participants need to be able to commit to the full 10 week program.
15MBS09 WHOLENESS FOR HAPPINESS
Glenda Walton
15 September to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 9:30-11:30
NB: This course is for members who DID NOT attend Wholeness for Happiness 15MBS08
It's about changes you can make in your life to take you to 100 plus but with a better quality of life. We look at beliefs, seven
principles of health, better eating, finding your passion, ways to keep the brain young, stress, humour, attitude of gratitude, decluttering, better breathing, meditation and techniques to help you heal. Participants must be able to commit to the whole 10week program.
15MBS11 GRIEF, LOSS AND CHANGE
Mary Smith
13 April to 18 May 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 3:30-5:00
About the tutor: Mary Ellen Smith is originally from Melbourne and recently relocated from the U.S. after 26 years of residency
there. She has been in private practice since 2006 with areas of focus being:
- Grief and Loss
- Women's issues
- Meditation and Stress Reduction
Discussion and perspectives on grief, loss and adjustments we make in response to changes we all experience. An interactive
group that provides opportunity for sharing, support and understanding.
15MBS12 MOVING FORWARD
Robyn Mackenzie
5 February to 26 February 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 12:00-2:00
Each week through meditation, journalling, simple drawing exercises and discussion we will look at bringing factors like harmony,
simplicity and gratitude into one's life. The course is ideally suited for those who wish to go on an inner journey of self discovery.
It will assist in a positive way with coping with the many surprises and challenges life may present.
Course requirements: A4 Visual Diary. I sheet A3 card, Coloured pencils.
Based around the book, Simple Abundance, by Sarah Ban Breathnach, this course will ask participants to reflect on their lives and
how to change one's outlook and approach to change and everyday living.
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ONEDAY3 : 3 X ONE DAY COURSES ADDITIONAL TO STANDARD COURSES
15AME01 ENROLLING IN COURSES & USING OUR WEBSITE
Peter Norton
5 March 2015
1 Day Course, Thu 9:00-11:30
A 2.5 hour course to introduce the U3A Mornington Membership System. Attendees will learn how to enrol, select Courses and
edit their details. The second half of the Course will cover access to the information contained in the U3A Website including
useful links, blogs, what's on, publications, and new Course details.
This Course is very useful for Members who wish to find out more about the On-Line Membership System and Website.
15AME02 ENROLLING IN COURSES & USING OUR WEBSITE
Peter Norton
2 June 2015
1 Day Course, Tue 9:00-11:30
A 2.5 hour course to introduce the U3A Mornington Membership System. Attendees will learn how to enrol, select Courses and
edit their details. The second half of the Course will cover access to the information contained in the U3A Website including
useful links, blogs, what's on, publications, and new Course details.
This Course is very useful for Members who wish to find out more about the On-Line Membership System and Website.
15ICT1W1 WHY GET A COMPUTER? (2WKS)
Anne Riddell
4 February to 11 February 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 2:00-4:00
A short course for people who don�t know anything about computers and may be unsure about getting or using one. You will
learn how to switch a computer on (and off!) and how to use a mouse to get around the screen. Then you will find out some of
the things a computer could do for you. Once you decide what interests you, our U3A offers several longer courses to help you
go further. Prerequisites: No prior knowledge needed.
15ICT1W2 WHY GET A COMPUTER? (2 WKS)
Anne Riddell
13 August to 20 August 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 2:00-4:00
A short course for people who don�t know anything about computers and may be unsure about getting or using one. You will
learn how to switch a computer on (and off!) and how to use a mouse to get around the screen. Then you will find out some of
the things a computer could do for you. Once you decide what interests you, our U3A offers several longer courses to help you
go further. Prerequisites: No prior knowledge needed.
15ICT2W1 WHICH COMPUTER FOR YOU?
Rick Goudie
24 April 2015
1 Day Course, Fri 9:30-12:00
This course will provide information on the list of requirements to consider when buying a computer/ Laptop/ iPad/ or Tablet.
Have you considered buying a computer/ Laptop/ iPad/ or Tablet but are uncertain what to ask for?
This course aims to demystify the language used by salespeople and to provide you with information on how to decide on which
type suits your needs. The course does not recommend brands, but will give you the knowledge to choose an appropriate
computer/ Laptop/ iPad/ or Tablet.
15ICT3W1 HOW DO I CONNECT TO THE INTERNET?
Rick Goudie
1 May 2015
1 Day Course, Fri 9:30-12:00
You now have your brand new (or second hand) computer/ Laptop/ iPad/ or Tablet and the salesperson/ relative/ friend tells you
to connect to the Internet. This course will discuss the options for doing this and provide information so you can make an
informed the choice which is best suits your situation. The course does not recommend companies or brands, but there will be
general discussion of members experiences.
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15ICTIT1 ITUNES INTRODUCTION
Bruce Moffatt
5 May 2015
1 Day Course, Tue 10:00-12:00
iTunes stores all your digital music, videos, & podcasts of TV or radio shows. This short course will assist you in setting up an
iTunes account, and teach you how to use iTunes to add or edit files into your iTunes library; locate your favourite song, add
album artwork and other information. You will also learn how to make individual playlists, burn CDs and sync your library to your
iPod or other music player.
15ICTIT2 ITUNES INTRODUCTION
Bruce Moffatt
6 August 2015
1 Day Course, Thu 2:00-4:00
iTunes stores all your digital music, videos, & podcasts of TV or radio shows. This short course will assist you in setting up an
iTunes account, and teach you how to use iTunes to add or edit files into your iTunes library; locate your favourite song, add
album artwork and other information. You will also learn how to make individual playlists, burn CDs and sync your library to your
iPod or other music player.
15ICTMM1 INTRODUCTION TO MOVIE MAKER
Rosalie Arnold
25 March 2015
1 Day Course, Wed 1:00-3:30
Prerequisites: Must have completed an introductory computer course such as Essential Computer Skills, or be an experienced
computer user. Have at least 6 of your own photos on a Memory Stick to bring to class for use. This short course introduces you
to the free download, Movie Maker which allows you to create your own movie, add sound, and share it online with friends.
15ICTPPH PUBLISHER FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS
Rosalie Arnold
18 March 2015
1 Day Course, Wed 1:00-3:30
Prerequisites: You should have a computer with some version of Publisher installed. You also need to have a sound knowledge of
basic computer techniques, plus a memory stick with a few of your favourite images on it. Publisher provides a quick and easy
way to print individual images or Photo Album pages. This is a short and fast-paced course for competent computer users. With
Publisher, you can adjust brightness and contrast, crop, resize and rotate, make photo album pages and collages, add captions
and borders, and tile-print panoramas.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT A FULL PUBLISHER COURSE, IT DEALS ONLY WITH IMAGES.
15MBS10 YOUR LIFE IN YOUR HANDS
Anne Riddell
1 June 2015
1 Day Course, Mon 2:00-4:00
Sponsored by Dying With Dignity Victoria, this workshop will explain and advise on how to document your wishes about medical
treatments you may or may not want in later life, and how to appoint someone with medical power of attorney to be your agent
if you need one.
15MBS13 DON'T FORGET THE BACON
Jackie Hartnell
29 April 2015
1 Day Course, Wed 10:00-12:00
Details: Finding it harder to remember things? Needing longer to dredge something up? It’s perfectly normal as we get older - so
relax about those lapses of memory. There are things we can do to make dramatic differences to our memory and brain health thus minimising the chances of getting Alzheimers, or the effects if it does strike.
In the workshop you will learn some of the things you can do to make your brain work better. These encourage the brain’s
resilience when parts change due to ageing, help “spare” bits take over when other bits decide to give up, and improve
connections in the brain so that, without realizing it, creative and logical thinking will combine to solve problems.
The Don’t Forget the Bacon workshop is not only fun, but will also help you discover some of the things you can do to make your
brain work better. This is brain plasticity in action!
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15MBS13B DON'T FORGET THE BACON
Jackie Hartnell
30 April 2015
1 Day Course, Thu 2:00-4:00
Details: Finding it harder to remember things? Needing longer to dredge something up? It’s perfectly normal as we get older - so
relax about those lapses of memory. There are things we can do to make dramatic differences to our memory and brain health thus minimising the chances of getting Alzheimers, or the effects if it does strike.
In the workshop you will learn some of the things you can do to make your brain work better. These encourage the brain’s
resilience when parts change due to ageing, help “spare” bits take over when other bits decide to give up, and improve
connections in the brain so that, without realizing it, creative and logical thinking will combine to solve problems.
The Don’t Forget the Bacon workshop is not only fun, but will also help you discover some of the things you can do to make your
brain work better. This is brain plasticity in action!
15MBS14 BRAIN PLASTICITY
Eileen Wilson
24 March 2015
1 Day Course, Tue 12:00-2:00
Note: This course will be repeated if there is sufficient demand.
In the past decade it has been discovered that the brain can repair itself and continue to grow throughout our lives. The term
used to describe this is brain plasticity. The presentation will include a brief overview of recent developments in neuroscience
relating to the brain, right and left brain thinking, factors that impact our ability to remember, ways to enhance and grow our
cognitive functions and the bonus of ageing - wisdom!
15TRAV03 MARVELLOUS MELBOURNE, 13/2/2015
Barbara West
13 February 2015
1 Day Course, Fri 9:00-4:00
Minimum 10 people. Maximum 20. Cost $6.50. Please pay at the U3A Office before 2pm on Friday 6 February. Accessible by
public transport. Trip notes and final details will be made available on receipt of payment.
The Old Treasury building is regarded as one of our finest nineteenth century buildings. Visit the intriguing basement GOLD
VAULTS and BUILT ON GOLD EXHIBITION. Experience the lives of JOHN MAYNARD and his family, who lived in the Old Treasury
Building from 1916-1928. Visit the the magnificent EXECUTIVE COUNCIL CHAMBER, where the Governor meets weekly with The
Executive Council to sign off legislation, and view the current exhibition 'SAILING into MELBOURNE'.
15TRAV04 MARVELLOUS MELBOURNE, 18/3/2015
Barbara West
18 March 2015
1 Day Course, Wed 9:00-4:00
Minimum: 10. Maximum: 15. Cost $12.50. Please pay at the U3A office before 2pm on Monday 16 March. Accessible by public
transport. Trip notes and final details will be made available on receipt of payment.
The Abbotsford Convent, 1 St Helliers Street, Abbotsford.
This guided tour provides an introduction to the development of the Abbotsford Convent precinct, from its use by the Kulin
People, the Pastoral Pioneers, the Good Shepherd Sisters, and Latrobe University, to the resent day Arts, Culture and Education
Community. See the decayed grandeur of the dramatic interiors of the iconic buildings on site and explore the lifestyles that
existed during the precicnt's century of operation as a closed convent.
15TRAV06 WALK IN CARLTON
Dale Lee
13 March 2015
1 Day Course, Fri 9:00-5:00
Melbourne University; entrance to Melbourne General Cemetery; Royal Parade to Elizabeth Street. Includes Potter Museum of
Art and Granger Museum. Lunch in Lygon Street.
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PERF : PERFORMING ARTS COURSES
15PERF03 LISTENING TO & UNDERSTANDING GREAT MUSIC
Manny Colvin
3 August to 16 November 2015
First and third weeks, Mon 2:00-4:00
Experience a journey through music through the lives and works of major composers; brief outline of composers given with
illustration of some of their outstanding examples of major works.
15PERF04 MUSIC FOR PLEASURE
Judy Cumming
2 February to 25 May 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 1:30-4:00
Relaxing afternoons for sharing musical ideas, watching documentaries and films of performances, but especially for listening to
and enjoying classical music. Excluding public holidays
15PERF05 OPERA APPRECIATION
Robert Chard
6 February to 27 November 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 1:00-4:30
What is a Soubrette? Or a Dugazon? Why do we have Countertenors and is there an alternative? In 2015 the Opera Appreciation
class will see and hear examples of different types of voice. There are operas that demand different types of voice and the class
will have the opportunity to hear artists with different voices. In the past the class has seen how opera has developed over 4
centuries, how the role of the Director/Producer has become more important, and how we no longer wait till the fat lady sings.
2015 will be about the voices of opera singers.
15PERF06 ORGAN
Renate Moore
12 February to 26 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 11:30-1:30
Class for beginners and those with some experience-- students are required to practise between classes. Includes school holidays.
15PERF07 PIANO A
Valerie McKenzie
10 February to 24 November 2015
Beginners - students are required to practise between classes. Includes school holidays.
15PERF08 PIANO B
Weekly Course, Tue 9:30-11:30
Sue Whittingham
10 February to 24 November 2015
Piano for beginners. Excluding school holidays.
Weekly Course, Tue 12:00-2:00
15PERF09 PIANO C
David Cannon
12 February to 26 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:00-11:00
Class for beginners and those with some experience-- students are required to practise between classes
15PERF10 RECORDER GROUP
Jan Bailey
3 February to 24 November 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 2:00-4:30
Experienced players and learners are invited to join the recorder players group. The group has fun and enjoy their time playing
together. Choose your own instrument - soprano, alto, tenor or bass recorder. Learn to read music and play an instrument, or
just join in. Two classes - beginners and intermediate.
15PERF12 SINGING FOR FUN
Norma Stewart
11 February to 25 November 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 1:30-3:30
Come along and sing! New and old songs; songs from shows. Learn to sing from music also. Everyone can sing.
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15PERF19 FIVE GREAT BALLETS
Joanne Blake
15 June to 20 July 2015
Weekly Course, Mon 2:00-5:00
If you are a lover of this art form, or would just like to know more about it, this course will be of interest to you. The final session
will include the showing of a complete ballet, which the class members can choose. Notes will be available to those who would
like them.
In the vast repertoire of ballet companies all over the world, five ballets have always stood the test of time and are regarded as
classics. These are Giselle, Coppélia, Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and The Sleeping Beauty.
This course covers the fascinating history of the origins of these ballet and the people involved in their creation. It will also
include the showing of DVDs demonstrating the choreography involved and some of the dancers who have brought it to life.
15PERF20 CHOIR
Warwick Taylor
5 February to 26 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 1:30-4:00
In 2015 the Choir will practice in the Hall at Currawong Centre and during the year will perform publicly on a number of occasions.
Prospective members will be required to undertake a brief audition prior to acceptance into the choir.
PHILR : PHILOSOPHY COURSES
15PHILR1 PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY BEG
Roberta Bright
4 February to 25 November 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 1:00-3:30
Drawing on the great philosophic ideas of east and west, the course explores the meaning of wisdom, truth, consciousness, the
real nature of humanity and what inhibits its development. Principles discussed in class can be put into effective practical use in
work, study and daily life. For further details see Course Brochure on website.
NB: A minimum of 12 participants is required for this group to be conducted.
15PHILR2 PRAC PHILOSOPHY ADVANCED
Andrea Franken
4 February to 25 November 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 1:00-4:00
For those students who attended the 2014 advanced group. For for those who have studied Advaita teaching previously, there
may be a possibility to join this group, however it may be best to enrol in the Beginners group and tutors will be available to
discuss whether to join or move to this advanced group.
15PHILR4 WESTERN PHILOSOPHY
Marina Heinze
9 February to 23 November 2015
Random dates as specified, Mon 2:00-4:00
Philosophical problems may be difficult to grasp, let alone solve, hence the importance of making clear the meaning of what we
say in discussing them. John Hospers does this well in An Introduction to Philosophical Analysis and this is where we will begin in
our discussions in 2015. It does mean that participants in this class will need to study the relevant pages covered for the next
session. However, if you are interested but not sure what this is all about, come along and sit in for one or two sessions before
making this commitment. Includes school holidays.
SCIE : ALL SCIENCE COURSES
15SCIE01 ASTRONOMY
Peter Norman
3 February to 24 March 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 2:00-3:30
The lectures essentially retrace the history of astronomy from early Greek & Arab study, right up to current theories of the solar
system. However, despite all the accumulated knowledge about the many and varied items that have been found, we become
increasingly aware of the enormous magnitude of human ignorance of the complexity of our magnificent universe. This course
sets out to help all participants to understand and address this situation. A small fee is charged for printed notes.
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15SCIE02 ASTRONOMY
Peter Norman
4 February to 25 March 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 2:00-3:30
The lectures essentially retrace the history of astronomy from early Greek & Arab study, right up to current theories of the solar
system. However, despite all the accumulated knowledge about the many and varied items that have been found, we become
increasingly aware of the enormous magnitude of human ignorance of the complexity of our magnificent universe. This course
sets out to help all participants to understand and address this situation. A small fee is charged for printed notes.
15SCIE03 AVIATION - A WORMS EYE VIEW
John Tribe
15 May to 10 July 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 12:00-1:30
These days most of us fly, many of us are even frequent flyers. This short course has been designed to answer some of the
questions that may cross our mind as we charge down the runway and leave the warmth and security of Mother Earth. We will
discuss the history of aviation in Australia, how an aeroplane flies, aero engines, meteorology and other interesting topics such as
Air Traffic Control, layout and Aviation Communication etc.
15SCIE04 FROM COMPASS TO COMPUTER
Kevin Sack
13 July to 21 September 2015
Fortnightly, Mon 11:00-1:00
The introduction of electricity to home and industry about 150 years back, started a revolution which would make today's world
incomprehensible to our great grandparents. Let us trace the quest to understand electric phenomena, from ancient times to
now and meet some of the giants whose names have become embedded in our language. The course will be inclined to the
historical rather than technical but some understanding of science and technology would be helpful.
15SCIE08 THE STORY OF ENERGY
Edmund Porte
4 September to 9 October 2015
Weekly Course, Fri 10:00-12:00
Today, we may pick up a newspaper, turn on radio or television, and we are likely to read, hear, or see something about Global
Warming, Climate change, Greenhouse gas, Renewable Energy, Green Energy, Carbon sinks (and trading), Biofuels, Clean Coal
(whatever that is!), Petrol pricing, and similar matters.
Energy is a subject that abounds in technical jargon. This will be kept to a minimum, and what is unavoidable will be explained in
simple language. It will be lavishly illustrated, and will even include a short story by a world-famous author. You will meet many of
the extraordinary people who have made our World what it is.
There is mounting evidence to suggest we are living on a planet whose resources may not be able to meet the future demands of
its inhabitants. This course examines the things that humans have done during the last 200 years or so, which have made life
easier and better for many of us, but which have led to this situation.
15SCIE09 SCIENCE OF HEALTH & WELL-BEING
Tom Jeavons
10 February to 10 March 2015
Weekly Course, Tue 12:00-2:00
In this 5-part series we will discuss building strategies for healthy living by looking at the science of diet and nutrition, food
intolerances, sleep and health, stress and its effects on the body and the science of ageing. A fee of $5 is charged for printed
notes.
15SCIE11 AMATEUR RADIO - FOUNDATION LICENCE
Graham Mason
29 April to 3 June 2015
Weekly Course, Wed 1:00-3:30
COSTS:
- Course book: $25
- $75 to take the ACMA examination
- First year licence fee: $74
- A one off call fee: $20
This course will allow ANYONE with the knowledge and skill required to pass the Australian Communication and Media Authority
(ACMA)approved examination. This will allow them to establish a radio station at home and talk to like minded new friends in
Australia, and potentially around the world.
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TRAV : TRAVEL COURSES & EXCURSIONS
15TRAV01 ARMCHAIR TRAVEL
Jill Tribe
26 February to 26 November 2015
Monthly, Thu 2:00-4:00
Convenor: Jill Tribe. This is an opportunity to listen to the travel experiences of others, to gain ideas or work out the best way to
see Australia and the World. In the last few years our member presenters have taken us to destinations such as America, Canada,
South Africa, Europe as well as various parts of Australia. The calendar for 2015 will be advised early in the year.
15TRAV16 EXPLORING VICTORIA: MURRAY RIVER
Jill Condie
30 April to 18 June 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:00-11:00
This is a short course exploring the history and attractions of townships along the length of the Murray River in Victoria. Each
week there will be a presentation and discussion on various aspects of interest related to areas in which the Murray River plays
an important roll.Class members will also be asked to share their experiences of visiting the Murray in these informal discussions.
15TRAV17 EXPLORING THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA 1
Jill Condie
3 September to 17 September 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:00-11:00
This course explores the history and attractions of the Mornington Peninsula. Each week there will be a presentation covering an
aspect of history and examining an area of the peninsula to highlight its beauty and attractions. Class members will also be asked
to share their knowledge and experience of each area in informal discussions.
Week 1 In the Beginning: This session will explore the physical development of the Mornington Peninsula and will discuss preEuropean settlement. A Guest Speaker will discuss the Indigenous culture on the Peninsula.
Week 2 European Settlement: This session will examine the history and development of the Peninsula since first European
contact. A Guest Speaker will discuss an aspect of Mornington history.
Week 3 Visit to Sorrento: Class members will find their own way to our meeting point in Sorrento. Car pooling is suggested and
will be discussed in class the week before. There will be some walking involved on this excursion.
15TRAV18 EXPLORING THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA 2
Jill Condie
1 October to 8 October 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:00-11:00
This is a continuation of TRAV17 but must be booked individually. You do not have to have attended TRAV17 to enrol.
Week 1 Flora & Fauna of the Peninsula: The session will look at the native plants, fauna, and ecology systems found on the
Mornington Peninsula. A Guest Speaker will talk about conservation activities on the Peninsula.
Week 2 Visit to Briars Wetland and the Boardwalk: Class members will find their own way to our meeting point at the Briars. Car
pooling is suggested and will be discussed in class the week before. An information sessions on Birds of the Peninsula will be
available. There will be some walking involved on this excursion.
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15TRAV19 EXPLORING THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA 3
Jill Condie
15 October to 22 October 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:00-11:00
This is a continuation of TRAV17 & TRAV18 but must be booked individually. You do not have to have attended a previous session
to enrol.
Week 1 The Beaches of the Peninsula: This session will look at various aspects related to the beaches, including the piers,
lighthouses, boat sheds, and the current problems with erosion. A Guest Speaker will be invited to talk on the history of Surf
Lifesaving Clubs on the Peninsula.
Week 2 Visit to Flinders and Point Leo: Class members will find their own way to our meeting point in Flinders. Car pooling is
suggested and will be discussed in class the week before. There will be some walking involved on this excursion.
15TRAV20 EXPLORING THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA 4
Jill Condie
29 October to 5 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:00-11:00
This is a continuation of TRAV17-19 but must be booked individually. You do not have to have attended a previous session to
enrol.
Week 1 Land Use Over the Years: The use of land for agriculture, recreation, and housing has changed over the years. Various
aspects of this will be discussed and a Guest Speaker will be invited to enhance the class discussion.
Week 2 Visit to an Agricultural Venue: More information on this at a later date.Class members will find their own way to our
meeting point. Car pooling is suggested and will be discussed in class the week before.
15TRAV21 EXPLORING THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA 5
Jill Condie
12 November to 26 November 2015
Weekly Course, Thu 9:00-11:00
This is a continuation of TRAV17-20 but must be booked individually. You do not have to have attended a previous session to
enrol.
Week 1 Art and Culture on the Peninsula: This session will look at the various cultural activities available on the Peninsula and
their venues. We will also discuss the various artists who have included the Mornington Peninsula in their creative repertoire.
There will be a Guest Speaker to discuss this topic.
Week 2 Visit to Beleura House, Mornington: This visit may involve an extra cost for the tour of house and gardens. More
information at a later date.
Week 3 Tourism on the Peninsula: This session will concentrate on the things which bring tourists to the Peninsula,
accommodation types, activities, and transport. A Guest Speaker will be invited to join the discussion on our favourite places.
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