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SPRING 2021 Course Catalog
SCREAGLES
Take Care of Each Other
Please adhere to the following guidelines and any posted signage
while on the USI campus:
Instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in
buildings, including in classrooms.
6 FT Practice physical distancing of at least six feet between individuals.
DO NOT enter facilities if you have any of the following symptoms: fever,
cough, shortness of breath, sore throat, headache, loss of taste/smell and
muscle pain.
Dear Lifelong Learners,
We wish you good health, wealth, peace and happiness in the New Year ahead.
As we begin the new semester, we understand not everyone will feel comfortable attending
in-person classes. With this in mind, we continue to offer an extensive catalog of online courses
and industry-recognized certifications you can access from the comfort of your home or office.
Whether your goal is to prepare for a new career or advance within your current occupation,
programs are available in accounting and finance, college readiness, computer programming,
information technology, language and arts, media and design, skilled trades and much more.
Find the most popular courses in our featured online courses at USI.edu/featuredonline
Find our entire catalog of noncredit online courses at USI.edu/lifelonglearning-online
Find our entire catalog of noncredit professional certifications at USI.edu/onlinecertifications
When you are ready to join us in person, we ask you to help us keep our USI campus safe.
• Class sizes and classroom spaces have been assigned to maintain proper social distancing
measures between participants and instructors. Classrooms and computer equipment will
be cleaned and disinfected before and after each use.
• Face coverings are required when inside campus buildings and when in outdoor spaces where
physical distancing is not possible. Visitors will be expected to provide their face coverings;
however, we will provide one for you if you do not have one.
• USI expects physical distancing of at least six feet between people and is discouraging large
gatherings. New signage has been added across campus indoors and outdoors, promoting
safe practices, indicating traffic flow in buildings and designating where traffic is restricted.
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Other hand sanitizing stations are located throughout each building.
• If you have been diagnosed, exposed to or have symptoms of COVID-19, please cancel your
in-person enrollment and reschedule for a future course or utilize our virtual course options
until you have recovered.
As a reminder to our regional businesses and organizations, we can customize nearly all of
our courses to meet your employees’ virtual or in-person training needs. We will work with
you to develop site-specific and job-specific training to assist you in achieving your goals.
More information is available at USI.edu/custom-training.
We remain available to assist you with questions during regular business hours by phone at
812-464-1989 or by email at outreach@usi.edu. Additional COVID-19 information is available
at USI.edu/covid-19
May each day of the new year inspire you to grow.
Dawn Stoneking
Interim Associate Provost for Outreach and Engagement
and Director of Lifelong Learning
Table of Contents PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ������������� 1 SOFTWARE SKILLS�������������������������������6 ONLINE INDUSTRY— RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATIONS���������������7 WORKPLACE SKILL NEW! ENHANCING CERTIFICATES����������������� 10 PERSONAL ENRICHMENT����������������������11 YOUTH PROGRAMS����������������������������� 14 FEATURED ONLINE NONCREDIT COURSES������������������������� 15 USI.edu/LifelongLearning As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, the University of Southern Indiana considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other category protected by law or identified by the University as a protected class. D20-129503
Professional Dev elopment
While on the USI campus, instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in
classrooms, and practice physical distancing of at least six feet between individuals.
LEADERSHIP SKILLS ASSESSMENT NO. MDC580 LEADERSHIP SKILLS FOR THE
(FORMERLY MANAGEMENT SKILLS ASSESSMENT) NEW LEADER CERTIFICATE NO. CLE400
Using well-recognized and accepted assessment center methodology, For new or prospective leaders, this course is ideal for building the
assessors observe and evaluate participants during a series of work knowledge and skills needed to launch a successful management career.
simulations where participants encounter challenges and tasks common to The following topics are explored: primary roles and responsibilities,
supervisory and management positions. The outcome is a comprehensive resources and information needed, supervising former peers, developing
report outlining the participant’s strengths, developmental needs and action plans, resolving conflict, appropriate use of various communication
training recommendations. The assessment is valuable for aspiring or current methods, interpersonal relationships, providing feedback for performance
supervisors and managers from all industries. improvement, leading teams, delegating tasks, training and monitoring
employees and more.
This course addresses the following soft skills: leadership, written and oral
communication, problem solving, decision making, interpersonal relationship Instructors: Pam Goedde and Tammy Pickering
skills, sensitivity, planning, organizing and prioritizing abilities. Dates and Time:
No. CLE400.001: Fridays, April 16 and 23; 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Dates and Time:
Location: USI Rice Library, Room 0026
No. MDC580.001: Friday, February 19; 8:45 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Registration Fee: $399
No. MDC580.002: Friday, March 12; 8:45 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Registration includes lunch.
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229
Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount for
Registration Fee: $425
this course. Use promo code TSMA21.
Registration includes refreshments and lunch.
Register: USI.edu/NewLeader
Register: USI.edu/leadershipskills
HUMAN RESOURCES FOR THE OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE NO. BUS604
The Operations function in an organization takes inputs, such as labor and
NON-HR MANAGER CERTIFICATE NO. CER505
materials, and transforms them into products and services for a company to
Employees are often promoted into management roles with little training in
sell. The more cost effective and streamlined this transformation process is,
human resources, yet managing people is a primary responsibility on which
the greater the company’s profitability. Operations Management (OM) is the
their success depends. If managers do not understand employment laws and systematic design, direction and control of these transformation processes.
concepts such as ADAAA, FCRA, implied contract, BFOQ, protected class, FLSA A person skilled in OM can be a major contributor to an organization’s bottom
or discrimination, they may be unintentionally placing their employers at line. Professionals who complete USI’s 20-hour Operations Management
risk. In this course, managers will learn about federal and state employment certificate will be equipped with these skills. Participants will learn to think
laws as well as the importance of implementing effective HR practices from differently about adding value, reducing or eliminating waste and working
employee hiring through separation. Special emphasis will be given to the toward continuous process improvement.
importance of maintaining a harassment-free, discrimination-free workplace.
More information is available at USI.edu/custom-training or by reaching out
Instructor: Kathleen Lapekas to Paula Nurrenbern at 812-461-5425 or pjnurrenbe@usi.edu.
Dates and Time:
A laptop is recommended for in class exercises but is not required for participation.
No. CER505.001: Thursday, April 15; 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location: USI Rice Library, Room 0004 Instructor: Larry Zimmer
Registration Fee: $259 Dates and Time:
Registration includes The Big Book of HR and lunch. No. BUS604.001: Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 9–March 2; 9 a.m.–Noon
Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount for Six 3-hour sessions, last session is 2-hours.
Location: USI Rice Library, 0026
this course. Use promo code TSMA21.
Registration Fee: $800
Register: USI.edu/nonHRmanager
Register: USI.edu/operationsmanagement
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FACILITY MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE NO. BUS600 CUSTOMER SERVICE EXCELLENCE CERTIFICATE NO. CER509
Our 20-hour, five-session course is perfect for anyone beginning a new role or Customer Service is not a department. It is a philosophy to be embraced
wanting to learn more about facility management. As companies strive for the by every employee, from the CEO to the most recently hired. The average
most efficient use of staff, business professionals are often filling unfamiliar company loses up to half of its customers every year due to poor customer
roles such as managing facilities. This course is designed to give business service, equating to $75 billion in annual losses. Having well trained and
professionals the basic information and skills needed to manage facilities, skilled employees who can handle a variety of situations while reflecting a
a role which could include the following tasks: organizing and administering positive image for the company are a true asset. Poor employee behavior
a department, managing buildings and workspaces, managing a budget, or employees who lack customer service skills can damage a company’s
overseeing maintenance and operations, overseeing projects, leasing and reputation.
purchasing property, facility emergency preparedness, facility security This course teaches staff how to provide excellent customer service and
management, facility safety programs and sustainability. Upon completion professional behavior through the following topics:
of this course participants will have the following knowledge:
Customer Support Skills Training: Participants in this course will develop an
• How to develop strategies for being proactive rather than reactive understanding of company goals and customer expectations for both internal
• How to plan to determine priorities and goals that align with anticipated and external customers. They will also learn the importance of telephone
costs and expenditures etiquette and building rapport with customers.
• An understanding of the four elements of managing projects—scope, Corporate Behavior and Customer Service Standards: This course covers
time, quality and budget the science of behavior and the benefits of customer service standards as
• Facility planning and how to create effective corporate workspace they relate to customers and companies. Poor behavior leads to a negative
• Workplace requirements to support business needs reputation.
• When and how to outsource facility services Dealing with Difficult Situations: Participants will learn the impact their
• Related contract management skills behavior can have on others, specifically during difficult situations with
customers and co-workers. They will learn the importance of getting the upset
• Purchasing, bidding and negotiating
customer or co-worker to share their dissatisfaction and steps to turn the
• Office support systems and technology dissatisfied customer into a satisfied, loyal customer. In addition, they will
• Facility maintenance and repair programs learn a set of tips in dealing with the stress of dealing with difficult situations.
• Financial management, planning and controls Instructor: Delana Schutte-Smith
• How to prepare a facility operating expense budget based on “need” Dates and Time:
No. CER509.001: Thursday, April 22; 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
• How to prepare a capital budget based on facility business requirements
Location: USI Rice Library, Room 0026
Instructor: Wayne Washington Registration Fee: $249
Dates and Time: Registration includes lunch.
No. BUS600.004: Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 27–May 11; 8 a.m.–Noon Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount for
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2206 this course. Use promo code TSMA21.
Registration Fee: $800 Register: USI.edu/customerservice
Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount.
Use promo code TSMA.
Register: USI.edu/facilitymanagement
HAVING DIFFICULT
CONVERSATIONS CERTIFICATE NO. CER507
When dealing with people, one of the most difficult things we have to do
is address a problem through feedback. Most people are uncomfortable
with giving difficult feedback, especially when it comes to doing this with
difficult personality types. However, most problems never go away without
confronting them. In addition, they will learn tips to deal with the stress of
difficult situations.
Instructor: Kathleen Lapekas
Dates and Time:
No. CER507.001: Friday, April 23; 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location: USI Rice Library, Room 0004
Registration Fee: $249
Registration includes lunch.
Register: USI.edu/difficultconversations
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SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT NO. BUS601 AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY—
Successful Six Sigma projects produce measurable results and help increase GIS, GPS AND DRONES! NO. AGR104
a company’s skills in process optimization and continuous improvement. The development and implementation of precision or site-specific farming
Each module includes hands-on, application-based learning. Participants has been made possible by combining Global Positioning System (GPS) and
will be confident practitioners of the full Six Sigma DMAIC Green Belt toolkit. geographic information systems (GIS). These technologies combine real-time
A Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate is awarded to those participants who attend data collection and accurate position information. GPS-based applications
all five days of training and pass the Green Belt exam. This course prepares in precision farming are being used for farm planning, field mapping, soil
you for certification, which requires a Green Belt certificate and successfully sampling, tractor guidance, crop scouting, variable rate applications and yield
completing a Green Belt project. mapping. GPS allows farmers to work during low visibility field conditions
such as rain, dust, fog and darkness.
Instructor: Mary Romeo
Dates and Time: Drones can cover more ground in a shorter amount of time than people and
No. BUS601.005: Daily, May 10–14; 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Course meets Monday, can collect data on:
Noon–5 p.m.; Tuesday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.–Noon (CST) • Plant height, count and biomass estimates
Location: USI @ Innovation Pointe, 318 Main Street, Innovation Lab, Second Floor
Registration Fee: $1999 • Presence of disease and weeds
Registration includes Six Sigma Memory Jogger, student workbook, • Plant health and field nutrients
meals, snacks, drinks and parking fees. • 3D elevation
Register: USI.edu/sixsigmagreen
Many producers are interested in these technologies but either don’t know
where to start or what to do with the data once it is collected. Others might be
FAMILY FARM TRANSFER using them but would like to learn how to use them to the fullest. Regardless
AND ESTATE PLANNING NO. AGR100 of your current status, this non-credit informational program will help to
Farm families have unique needs when it comes to estate planning and explain the use of drones, GIS and GPS in your farming operation and answer
transfer of assets for the family farm operation to continue. This non-credit some of your questions.
informational class is designed to provide guidance on the planning process
Instructor: Greg Brown
and is appropriate for any member of the farm family to attend.
Dates and Time:
Estate planning is not only for the wealthy; estates of all sizes will benefit No. AGR104.001: Tuesday, February 9; 6–7:30 p.m.
from advance planning. An estate plan helps to establish goals to guide a Location: USI University Center East, Room 2207
successful transfer and how to distribute property and farm operations. Learn Registration Fee: $25
how to form the framework for succession planning decisions. Register: USI.edu/agtech
Transferring property or operations to family members can happen at
many stages, learning about estate and gift taxes allows for more informed
decisions. Participants will learn how planning now can help reduce taxes on
the transfer of appreciated farmland and address the settlement problems
that may arise because land is not a liquid asset.
The class will also talk about pros and cons of various entities including:
• Limited Liability Company
• Sole Proprietorship
• General Partnership
• Limited Partnership
• Corporation
Instructor: Randall Haaff
Dates and Time:
No. AGR100.002: Tuesday, January 26; 6–8 p.m.
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2207
Registration Fee: $20
Register: USI.edu/estate
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SOIL SUSTAINABILITY—BACK TO THE BASICS NO. AGR102 THE IMPORTANCE OF FAMILY LIVING
Agricultural sustainability is the ability of a system to maintain stable EXPENSES IN THE FAMILY FARM BUSINESS NO. AGR107
levels of production and quality in the long term without compromising This program will focus on the importance of separating family living
economic profitability or the environment. The conservation of soil quality expenses from the farming business by setting realistic goals and priorities.
is fundamental to agricultural sustainability. Whether you are familiar with Farm income can be both irregular and unpredictable making it difficult to
current sustainability practices or not, this back to the basics program will determine a budget for family living expenses but developing a system can
help you in your farming operation. help.
This non-credit program will discuss the concept of Sustainable Ag and why it Instructor: Alan Hoskins
is important to: Dates and Time:
No. AGR107.001: Tuesday, March 9; 6–7:30 p.m.
• Satisfy human food and fiber needs.
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2207
• Enhance environmental quality and the natural resource base upon Registration Fee: $25
which the agricultural economy depends. Register: USI.edu/farmfinance
• Make the most efficient use of nonrenewable resources and on-farm
resources and integrate, where appropriate, natural biological cycles
TIPS ON PROACTIVE COMMUNICATION
and controls.
WITH YOUR BANKER—GETTING THE MOST
• Sustain the economic viability of farm operations. VALUE FROM THAT RELATIONSHIP NO. AGR108
• Enhance the quality of life for farmers and society. Whether you have a long-term history with your banker or have just started a
• Soil basics will be discussed including soil structure, minerals, organic relationship, having a financial partner that fully understands your operation’s
matter, humus, living organisms, nutrients and tips on soil testing. needs and goals is critical. This program will help you learn communication
tools and strategies needed to ensure the banker functions as a partner in
Instructor: Greg Brown
your farm, achieving its goals.
Dates and Time:
No. AGR102.003: Tuesday, February 16; 6–7:30 p.m. Instructor: Alan Hoskins
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2207 Dates and Time:
Registration Fee: $25 No. AGR108.001: Tuesday, March 16; 6–7:30 p.m.
Register: USI.edu/soil Location: USI University Center East, 2207
Registration Fee: $25
BETTER UNDERSTANDING YOUR FARM’S Register: USI.edu/farmfinance
BALANCE SHEET AND PROFITABILITY NO. AGR105
Balance sheet information indicates the farm’s income and outgoing GLEIM CPA REVIEW NO. CPA100
expenses. This program will explain the information contained in the balance Over 1 million Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exams passed using Gleim.
sheet, the concept of Assets=Liabilities + Net Worth and determining the Be 100% exam day ready with our comprehensive study materials, largest
farm’s performance. bank of multiple-choice questions and simulations, instructor videos, access
Instructor: Alan Hoskins until you pass and unparalleled candidate support.
Dates and Time: Online access at any time.
No. AGR105.001: Tuesday, February 23; 6–7:30 p.m. Registration Fee: $1,599
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2207 Register: USI.edu/gleimCPAreview
Registration Fee: $25
Register: USI.edu/farmfinance
GLEIM CMA REVIEW NO. CMA200
UTILIZING TRENDS AND RATIOS IN Gleim set the standard with the first Certified Management Accountant
MANAGING YOUR FARM’S FINANCIAL HEALTH NO. AGR106 (CMA) course over 35 years ago and has been innovating the exam prep
This program will give you tips on reviewing the health of your farming industry ever since. Gleim covers every inch of the ICMA’s Learning Outcome
operation by measuring strengths and weaknesses based on performance Statements with experts walking candidates through videos, comprehensive
measures, local and national trends, and ratios based on solvency, liquidity digital and physical books, audio lectures and signature answer explanations
and profitability. in the largest test bank of multiple-choice and essay questions. Receive
additional support from our team of content experts and Personal Counselors
Instructor: Alan Hoskins to ensure you are exam day ready. Gleim equips you with everything you need
Dates and Time: to pass.
No. AGR106.001: Tuesday, March 2; 6–7:30 p.m.
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2207 Online access at any time.
Registration Fee: $25 Registration Fee: $1,279
Register: USI.edu/farmfinance Register: USI.edu/gleimCMAreview
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GLEIM CIA REVIEW NO. CIA300 CENTER FOR APPLIED RESEARCH
As the gold standard in Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Review, Gleim’s strong The Center for Applied Research (CAR) helps to connect you to university
reputation for excellence is founded on our content, proven success record resources. Having access to 600 faculty members, 4 colleges and 70 academic
and excellent customer service. Pass the CIA Exam faster with our Premium programs, CAR enables you to utilize university knowledge, laboratory space
Review System providing SmartAdapt technology, tons of multiple-choice and equipment to advance your business.
practice, instructor videos and more! CAR is committed to helping individuals, organizations and communities
become more successful and can assist with product development, market
Online access at any time.
research, organizational strategies, environmental studies and more.
Registration Fee: $759
Register: USI.edu/gleimCIAreview How your business can benefit from CAR and its services:
• CAR is a cost-efficient solution, especially for small to mid-size
GLEIM EA REVIEW NO. EA400 businesses without access to in-house resources
Gleim Enrolled Agent (EA) Review is the most widely used EA prep course. • Access to equipment and laboratory space
More EAs have used Gleim to pass the Enrolled Agent Exam than all other
• Receive mentoring and expert advice to help develop and expand your
prep courses combined. Our Premium Review System includes access to the
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largest test bank available, adaptive course technology, instructor videos,
an Access Until You Pass Guarantee, and mentors and exam guidance that • CAR can affordably aid in prototyping, product testing, market research,
provide the personalized support you need to pass on the first try with economic impact studies and more!
confidence. Does your organization have a challenge, a question or a new product idea?
Online access at any time. More information is available at USI.edu/CAR or contact Steven Stump at
Registration Fee: $499 812-228-5094 or ststump@usi.edu.
Register: USI.edu/gleimEAreview
CUSTOMIZED CONSULTING AND TRAINING SOLUTIONS
Not only does Outreach and Engagement offer professional development and
technically skilled training programs, but additional customized courses are
available for both business and industry to meet your growing training needs.
Are you internally addressing the skills needed for the future?
We address workforce skill gaps in:
• Business communication
• Leadership skills
• Management and performance skills
• Six Sigma Lean and Green Belt
• Software skills
• Technical skills
We offer professional coaching for any level of management, either in a
group setting or one-on-one. Whether you are looking to enhance your
current performance or grow skills to move into another position, customized
coaching is the answer. It helps to identify strengths and challenges to create
an individualized improvement plan for employee success.
Employees are the largest investment that a company will make so we strive
to maximize your team’s effectiveness by providing professional development
and training. Our customized solutions manager will work with you to develop
a needs assessment to deliver the best plan for your employees, company
and budget.
Courses are scheduled at your site and at times that are convenient for your
employees. If you do not have a space conducive for training or prefer to meet
off-site, we can host you on the USI campus or at our downtown Evansville
office at Innovation Pointe. We can also offer virtual training options for many
of our professional training programs.
More information is available at USI.edu/custom-training or contact Paula
Nurrenbern at 812-461-5425 or pjnurrenbe@usi.edu.
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Software Skills
While on the USI campus, instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in
classrooms, and practice physical distancing of at least six feet between individuals.
MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 LEVEL I NO. CIS100 MICROSOFT EXCEL TIPS AND TRICKS NO. CIS500
Two sessions will be dedicated to understanding spreadsheets, their purpose, Learn how to make Excel do more with less effort: remove or highlight
functionality and the following tasks: creating a spreadsheet, entering data, duplicates, turn a single column of text into multiple columns, create pivot
modifying data, entering a formula, adjusting cells, formatting cells and tables from scratch for powerful reporting, use Match/Index to combine
spreadsheets, creating a table, and printing and saving spreadsheets. information and do more than with VLookup, create easier-to-understand
formulas with tables and more.
Instructor: Mark Soper
Dates and Time: Instructor: Mark Soper
No. CIS100.001: Thursdays, February 25–March 4; 1–4 p.m. Dates and Time:
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229 No. CIS500.001: Thursday, April 29; 1–4 p.m.
Registration Fee: $119 Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229
Register: USI.edu/excel1 Registration Fee: $69
Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount.
MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 LEVEL II NO. CIS200 Use promo code TSMA.
Two sessions will be dedicated to learning the following Excel tasks: Register: USI.edu/exceltips
protecting spreadsheets, inserting formulas/functions, creating charts and
using them in Word, formatting charts, adding comments, naming a range, MICROSOFT ONENOTE NO. CIS600
finding/replacing data, sorting and filtering data and inserting images, shapes Discover how OneNote helps you organize and share home and office
and SmartArt. information with notebooks, pages and sections. Learn how to add audio,
video and photo contents to OneNote notebooks, record audio notes, add
Instructor: Mark Soper
website and content links, draw diagrams and freehand sketches, embed
Dates and Time:
Excel workbooks and other types of files, attach files, tag notes, search for
No. CIS200.001: Thursdays, March 11–18; 1–4 p.m.
notes as well as text in photos, export notebooks, backup notebooks and
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229
share notebooks with other users.
Registration Fee: $139
Register: USI.edu/excel2 Instructor: Mark Soper
Dates and Time:
MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 LEVEL III NO. CIS300 No. CIS600.001: Thursdays, May 13–20; 1–4 p.m.
Two sessions will be dedicated to the experienced Excel user to learn Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229
advanced features such as database functions, text functions, advanced filter Registration Fee: $139
options, macros, sparklines and goal-seeking with data tables. Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount.
Instructor: Mark Soper Use promo code TSMA.
Dates and Time: Register: USI.edu/onenote
No. CIS300.001: Thursdays, March 25–April 1; 1–4 p.m.
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229
MICROSOFT OUTLOOK TIPS AND TRICKS NO. CIS700
Learn time-saving tips and tricks including how to set up email rules, recurring
Registration Fee: $149
appointments, create and manage tasks, use keyboard shortcuts, quick parts,
Register: USI.edu/excel3
email delivery options, Quick Steps, combining calendar view and task list,
MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 LEVEL IV NO. CIS400 filter email and more.
In three sessions of Excel Level IV, you will work with Excel at an advanced Instructor: Mark Soper
project-based level. Examples of completed Excel projects include Dates and Time:
professional-looking budgets, team performance charts, sales invoices, No. CIS700.001: Thursday, May 6; 1–4 p.m.
exercise logs and summaries. This course is ideal for students, clerical Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229
workers, managers, bookkeepers and instructors. Registration Fee: $69
Register: USI.edu/outlooktips
You will learn how to use the following tasks: create, manage and link
Members of the Tri-State
workbooks and worksheets, create custom formats and layouts to cells,
Manufacturers Alliance receive
create tables, pivot tables and charts, apply formulas and functions for
a 10% discount. Use promo
numeric calculations, IF statements, text handling, data lookups, perform
code TSMA.
what-if analysis.
Instructor: Mark Soper
Dates and Time:
No. CIS400.001: Thursdays, April 8–22; 1–4 p.m.
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229
Registration Fee: $279
Register: USI.edu/excel4
USI.edu/LifelongLearning 6Online Industry—Recognized Certifications
Not ready for in-person classes yet? Not a problem. We continue to offer an extensive catalog of online courses
and industry-recognized certifications you can access from the comfort of your own home.
Many business sectors have developed industry-recognized certifications NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT GES408
to ensure their workforce is equipped with adequate skills and specialized
Examine the fundamental principles of nonprofit management, explore
knowledge. Certifications are often seen as the benchmark needed to enter
the roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit board of directors and the
into and advance in specific industries. With USI, you can take the courses
management team, discover the essential aspects of fundraising and become
that will best prepare you for those certifications.
acquainted with the fundamentals of the budgeting process. 300 Course
Prepare for employment in some of today’s hottest careers with a Hours
comprehensive, affordable and self-paced online Career Training Program.
Complete any of these Career Training Programs entirely from your home or SENIOR PROFESSIONAL IN HUMAN RESOURCES GES434
office and at any time of day or night. Learn about Human Resources to advance your career within industry. You
Program Features: will also be prepared to take the Professional Human Resources (SPHR)
certification exam offered by the HR Certification Institute. 120 Course Hours
• 6–18 month self-paced, start anytime
• Textbook and materials included BUSINESS COACH GES2038
• Prepare for industry certification Your business experience can help guide others to success. This online course
• Certification exam vouchers included will help you build a successful business coaching practice. You will gain the
• Financial assistance available coaching skills and strategies needed to help other entrepreneurs thrive.
100 Course Hours
• Student advisors available throughout the training
The list below is a selection of certifications, for the full list of available ENTREPRENEURSHIP: START-UP AND
certification courses visit: USI.edu/onlinecertifications BUSINESS OWNER MANAGEMENT GES401
This program covers everything from financing to leadership. You’ll learn
BUSINESS the keys to business planning, communication skills, marketing and
management. If you’ve ever thought about owning your own business, this
program can help make that dream come true! 360 Course Hour
MANAGEMENT TRAINING GES406
If you’re thinking of starting a business or pursuing an MBA, learn the
MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST 2019 (MOS)
essentials here! The Management Training Online Program is perfect for CERTIFICATION TRAINING GES890
business owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to learn the basics of This in-depth course will prepare you to sit for and pass the Microsoft Office
business and management. 360 Course Hours Specialist (MOS) 2019 certification exams for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
and Outlook. 335 Course Hours
ADVERTISING AND OUTREACH SPECIALIST GES2042
Learn how to create advertising pieces for print and digital media. This course MICROSOFT PROJECT 2019 GES2019
will teach you to develop and execute all stages of an advertising campaign, This comprehensive training course will teach you how to use Microsoft
from writing ad copy to storyboarding and measurement. 100 Course Hours Project 2019’s newest features for project planning, tracking and reporting.
120 Course Hours
DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGIST GES2040
This online course will teach you how to drive traffic, generate leads and
increase conversion through well-defined marketing strategy. 400 Course Hours
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
SALES MANAGER GES2043
GES322
This course will teach you the theories behind effective sales management.
You will learn what skills are needed to be a successful sales representative Prepare you for a career as a network administrator or security
and how these factor into building and leading a sales team. 200 Course administrator, and help you stay up-to-date on your current skills .
Hours 80 Course Hours
HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL GES419 GES370
Master the skills you need to gain an entry-level position in human resources UNIX is used on an assortment of machines found in the business world like
and prepare to take the PHR (Professional in Human Resources) certification servers, mainframes and even supercomputers. Learn fundamental theories
exam. 120 Course Hours and uses of UNIX. 75 Course Hours
USI.edu/LifelongLearning 7Online Industry—Recognized Certifications
C++ PROGRAMMER GES399 IT FOUNDATIONS BUNDLE GES354
In the C++ Programming course you’ll learn fundamental programming If you are new to Information Technology, this course teaches the basics of IT
concepts, including decision making, looping and classes, with the support of Service Management (ITSM) and project management, while incorporating
practical, step-by-step examples. 108 Course Hours ITIL, SIAM and DevOps framework, concepts and processes. You will also be
prepared to pass the globally recognized ITIL Foundation, SIAM Foundation
FRONT-END WEB DEVELOPER GES3014 and DevOps Foundation certification exams. 60 Course Hours
Learn the core skills needed to build websites. In this online web development
course, you will learn how to use HTML, CSS and JavaScript. 160 Course Hours MANAGEMENT FOR IT PROFESSIONALS GES405
Learn leadership skills that will help you succeed as a manager in the IT field
FULL STACK SOFTWARE DEVELOPER GES375 by exploring different decision-making techniques. This program focuses
This course teaches you to become an industry ready software developer, by on developing a successful leadership style that facilitates team building,
learning different coding languages and intuitive technologies to create web collaboration and a corporate culture that promotes success. 390 Course
applications that allow people to achieve specific tasks on a computer or on Hours
another device. 600 Course Hours
CERTIFIED INFORMATION
JAVA PROGRAMMER GES337 SECURITY MANAGER (CISM) GES343
Learn Java programming in this online training program that covers fundamental Prepare for the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification and
Java syntax elements and more advanced concepts. 100 Course Hours gain skills in four key areas: management, risk management and compliance,
program development and incident management. 75 Course Hours
MOBILE AND DESKTOP WEB
DEVELOPER/RESPONSIVE WEB DESIGN GES319
With evolving technologies, web developers must add mobile design to
CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES
their professional skill set. This course will teach you how to use the latest
technologies associated to design websites for both desktop and mobile HOME INSPECTION CERTIFICATE GES704
environments. 460 Course Hours This course will help you prepare for a career as a home inspector. You
will learn best practices for inspecting residential construction, including
ORACLE SQL AND PL/SQL + PYTHON DEVELOPER inspection guidelines, identifying common defects, reporting methodologies
and risk management. 200 Course Hours
+ JAVA PROGRAMMER GES341
Master Oracle Programming in this combined online training. As the perfect
starting point for those wanting to learn SQL, PL/SQL, Java and Python TOOLMAKER GES781
programming, this online program will teach you everything from the basics The Toolmaker program provides an intensive overview of skills necessary for
to advanced practices. 375 Course Hours toolmaking. You will learn workholding, math, inspection, safety, machining,
materials, quality, grinding and stamping to work as a toolmaker. 160 Course Hours
GES3009
If you are proficient with the 2D commands in the AutoCAD 2018 software, this ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN GES773
online course introduces you to the concepts and methods of 3D modeling. This course provides an intensive overview of skills necessary for electrical
The course provides a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of 3D and maintenance. You will learn math, inspection, safety, quality, electrical
explores the main features of the advanced 3D modeling workspace in the systems, automation, motor controls and assembly to work as an electrical
AutoCAD 2018 software. This course uses Autodesk certified curriculum. technician. 120 Course Hours
80 Course Hours
MANUAL MACHINIST GES782
WEB APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER GES316 The Manual Machinist course teaches an intensive overview of skills necessary
The Web Applications Developer course will prepare you for an entry-level career to perform manual machining. You will learn workholding, math, inspection,
in web app development. You will learn how to create dynamic database-driven safety, machining, materials, quality, grinding and assembly to work as a
websites using the latest tools and technologies. 404 Course Hours Manual Machinist. 205 Course Hours
HELP DESK ANALYST: COMMERCIAL DRIVER TRAINING GES795
TIER 1 SUPPORT SPECIALIST GES208 Earn your CDL as you prepare for a career in the high-demand field of
Train for a challenging, rewarding career in technical support. This program will transportation services! 120 Course Hours
teach you to focus on the business needs of the customer, establish credibility
and provide excellent customer service and support. 120 Course Hours
USI.edu/LifelongLearning 8Online Industry—Recognized Certifications
HVAC/R CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN CERTIFIED INPATIENT CODER
(VOUCHER INCLUDED) GES793 (VOUCHER INCLUDED) GES199
If you want to take your HVAC/R career to the next level, this course will Prepare for the AAPC CIC certification exam and learn the principles of
prepare you for industry-recognized HVAC Excellence or NATE certification. medical coding related to ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS. Prepaid exam voucher
You will gain technical knowledge to not only pass certification exams, but to included. 170 Course Hours
work on today’s increasingly complex heating, ventilation, air conditioning
and refrigeration systems. 162 Course Hours CERTIFIED PHARMACEUTICAL SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (EXAM INCLUDED) GES192
QUALITY INSPECTOR GES779 The pharmaceutical industry is growing faster than ever. When you hold
The Quality Inspector course provides an intensive overview of skills a Pharmaceutical Representative Certification (PRC), you become a more
necessary for quality assurance and inspection. You will learn math, competitive candidate in today’s job market. 110 Course Hours
inspection, safety, materials, quality and management to be a Quality
Inspector. 100 Course Hours CERTIFIED PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDE
(VOUCHER INCLUDED) GES189
Learn foundational physical therapy principles, medical terminology, tasks
ARTS AND DESIGN and responsibilities needed to work as a certified physical therapy aide.
190 Course Hours
DIGITAL GAME ARTIST CERTIFICATE GES3006
The Digital Game Artist Certificate program prepares you to become a
LEGAL
professional video game artist by training on core skills for jobs related to
Digital Art, 3D Art, Modeling, Character Design and Environmental Art Design. CERTIFIED PARALEGAL GES2033
600 Course Hours In this online course, you will train for a career as a paralegal. You will learn
how to fulfill the standard duties associated with this vital role. By course
completion, you will be prepared to sit for and pass the Certified Paralegal
VIDEO GAME DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT GES605
(CP) exam. 225 Course Hours
Using a comprehensive and analytical approach to game engine
architectures, this program teaches you how to effectively design and develop
games. 500 Course Hours COURT INTERPRETER (SPANISH/ENGLISH) GES284
This program teaches the skills needed to prepare you to sit for the Oral
Component of any State Court Interpreting Certification exams. 200 Course
GRAPHIC DESIGN WITH PHOTOSHOP GES516
Hours
Students will develop graphic design skills while learning the gold standard in
photo editing and design software. 200 Course Hours
CERTIFICATE IN MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION GES425
The Certificate in Mediator and Arbitrator Program provides students with the
MARKETING DESIGN CERTIFICATE GES502
skills and knowledge needed to practice mediation and arbitration in their
This course focuses on design for marketing and business creating logos,
current careers or private practices. 200 Course Hours
advertisements, communications and more. You’ll learn Photoshop,
Illustrator and PowerPoint while gaining fundamental technical and aesthetic
skills. 360 Course Hours CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE TRAINING GES131
With the certificate program in Childcare Education offered at Smart Horizons
Career Online High School, you can pursue your Child Development Associate
HEALTH AND FITNESS (CDA) certification and launch your career in childcare. 120 Course Hours
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN (VOUCHER INCLUDED) GES117
Pharmacy technicians support licensed pharmacists in providing healthcare
to patients. Train to enter this rapidly growing field with this respected online
program. 400 Course Hours
ADVANCED MEDICAL INTERPRETER GES1007
Master the skills needed to start your career as a professional English-Spanish
interpreter. You will be prepared to work as an interpreter in both business
and medical settings. 240 Course Hours
USI.edu/LifelongLearning 9WORKPLACE SKILL ENHANCING CERTIFICATES
Not ready for in-person classes yet? Not a problem. We continue to offer an extensive catalog of online courses
and industry-recognized certifications you can access from the comfort of your own home.
Success in the workplace is not necessarily tied to how intelligent you are, how many qualifications you
hold or even how hard you work. While these traits are important, learning and sharpening your skills are “The Workforce
equally important. Career advancement can stall without fine tuning and developing new skills.
These certificates combine in-depth learning with online flexibility. Each certificate requires you to complete Relationship course
3 to 4 courses and is offered fully online. Learn at your own pace, using quizzes, optional assignments and
online discussions to help deepen your understanding. There are no admission requirements. was very insightful;
Visit: USI.edu/workplaceskillcertificates the instructors
CERTIFICATES: made the material
very relatable and
ADVANCED WEB DESIGN CERTIFICATE
demonstrated how
BASIC SUPERVISORY SKILLS CERTIFICATE the tools and skills
could be implemented
DIGITAL MARKETING CERTIFICATE
in a work environment.
EFFECTIVE WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATE After accepting a
ESSENTIALS TO WEB DESIGN CERTIFICATE
new role at work
that requires more
GRAPHIC DESIGN TOOLS LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE presentations with
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS ESSENTIALS CERTIFICATE the customer, I
knew I needed to
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS WRITING CERTIFICATE
improve my business
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Service Manager
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USI.edu/LifelongLearning 10Personal Enrichment
While on the USI campus, instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in
classrooms, and practice physical distancing of at least six feet between individuals.
SOCIAL SECURITY PLANNING FOR BOOMERS NO. ALP502 HEALTHCARE IN RETIREMENT NO. ALP553
After being told for years that Social Security is going broke, baby boomers Healthcare: the retirement wildcard. This course provides guidance on the
are realizing that it will soon be their turn to collect. The decisions you make possible implications and solutions to funding healthcare during retirement.
now can have a tremendous impact on the total amount of benefits you stand Participants will learn how to quantify their healthcare cost exposure and
to receive over your lifetime. This informative seminar covers the basics of strategies for funding healthcare cost during retirement. During this course
Social Security and reveals strategies for maximizing your benefits including: the following topics will be covered: healthcare costs, Medicare overview,
factors to consider when deciding when to apply for benefits; when it makes long-term care, social security and steps you can take to prepare.
sense to delay benefits and when it does not; why you should always check Instructor: Randy Haaff
your earnings record for accuracy; how to estimate your benefits; how to Dates and Time:
coordinate benefits with your spouse; how to minimize taxes on Social No. ALP553.001: Thursday, April 22; 6–7:30 p.m.
Security benefits; and how to coordinate Social Security with your other Location: USI Rice Library, Room 0002
sources of retirement income. Registration Fee: $19
Instructors: John Schutz and David Perigo Register: USI.edu/healthcareinretirement
Dates and Time:
No. ALP502.001: Tuesday, January 12; 3–4:30 p.m. via Zoom HOUSEHOLD FINANCES—
No. ALP502.002: Monday, January 18; 6–7:30 p.m. in person class GOING FROM TWO INCOMES TO ONE NO. ALP564
No. ALP502.003: Wednesday, February 10; 6–7:30 p.m. via Zoom Going from two incomes to one can be life changing. Finding yourself in a
No. ALP502.004: Tuesday, March 2; 6–7:30 p.m. in person class completely different financial situation than you are accustomed to can cause
Location: USI University Center East, Rooms 2217–2220 feelings of financial insecurity. Learn how to transition successfully to financial
Registration Fee: $19 security on one income and have confidence in your future by making positive
The registration fee is $19 for an individual or $24 for two registering changes as soon as possible. When shifting from a dual income to a single,
together and sharing materials. To receive the discount, use promo code having a solid understanding of financial basics can serve as the first step
BOOMERS21 when registering the second person. to wealth building and provide some flexibility in the big picture of financial
Register: USI.edu/socialsecurityplanning management. This course will cover the following topics:
PASSPORT TO RETIREMENT NO. ALP501 • Creating a net worth statement
Preparing for retirement is one of the most important concerns we have • Building a budget
today. Retirement costs are rising, the future of Social Security is uncertain • Evaluating emergency savings
and many people have not accumulated the savings they will need to enjoy
• Understanding credit score
the retirement lifestyle they deserve. Join investment professionals for this
introduction to the concepts and practices that will help make retirement • Investing for the future
possible and comfortable. You’ll learn how to get the most from guaranteed • Protecting financial security
investments, tax-free income and estate planning. For those already retired Instructor: Amy Bouchie
or planning to retire in the next 10 years, the seminar takes a conservative Dates and Time:
approach to wise money management in addition to identifying lifestyle No. ALP564.001: Wednesday, April 21; 6–7:30 p.m.
issues facing mature Americans. The registration fee includes an in-depth Location: USI Rice Library, 0001
workbook with valuable exercises and worksheets. Registration Fee: $19
Instructors: John Schutz and David Perigo Register: USI.edu/
Dates and Time: householdfinances
No. ALP501.001: Wednesdays, January 20–February 3; 6–8:30 p.m.
No. ALP501.002: Saturdays, February 13–27; 9–11:30 a.m.
Location: USI University Center East, Room 2217–2220
Registration Fee: $69
The registration fee is for an individual OR two registering together and
sharing materials. Second person registering use Promo Code PTR20.
Register: USI.edu/passporttoretirement
USI.edu/LifelongLearning 11Personal Enrichment
MAKING A PURPOSEFUL MIXED MEDIA ON CANVAS NO. ALP415
WORK-LIFE TRANSITION NO. ALP101 Participants will explore techniques for creating unique art with acrylic paints
Are you looking for a job that would have a greater sense of purpose, on canvas before applying details with added on elements. Learn how to add
meaning, passion and social impact while still potentially earning an income? abstract properties to a realistic image and allow a level of “chance” to guide
Are you retiring? Desire a career change? Or facing a layoff? This class will help your project.
you explore and navigate a career transition. You will learn about local, state,
Instructor: Kendra Glaser
national and online resources that are available. You will begin to develop an
Dates and Time:
individualized plan of action and connect with individuals who are also going
No. ALP415.001: Saturday, February 27; 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
through a similar situation. Required book: Encore Career Handbook: How
Location: USI Arts Center, Room 237
to Make A Living and A Difference in the Second Half of Life by Marci Alboher
Registration Fee: $75
(Amazon: $16.95).
Register: USI.edu/mixedmedia
Instructor: Robin Sanabria
Dates and Time: ZOOM 101 NO. ALP445
No. ALP101.001: Thursdays, February 4–25; Noon-1 p.m. This class is an introduction to Zoom. You will learn how to accept invitations,
Location: USI Online, Zoom send invitations and the basic tools within the Zoom application.
Registration Fee: $40 Instructor: Jenifer Gossman
Register: USI.edu/purposefultransition Dates and Time:
No. ALP445.001: Thursday, March 18; Noon–1 p.m.
OFFICIATING VOLLEYBALL NO.FIT395 Location: USI Online, Zoom
An in-depth look at the mechanics, rules and officiating techniques of Registration Fee: $45
volleyball with an emphasis on the high school interscholastic level. Half the Register: USI.edu/zoom101
class will be spent in the classroom with the other half in the gym playing and
officiating volleyball. Experience in officiating will be arranged for interested ZOOM AND BEYOND NO. ALP446
participants. This class is for the individual who has a basic understanding of how Zoom
works but wants to learn more. In this class you will learn how to use breakout
Instructor: Kathy Brown-Sparrow
rooms, interpreters and more.
Dates and Time:
No. FIT395.001: Wednesdays, March 17–April 28; 6–8:45 p.m. Instructor: Jenifer Gossman
Location: USI Rice Library, Room 0001 Dates and Time:
Registration Fee: $99 No. ALP446.001: Wednesday, March 24; Noon–1 p.m.
Register: USI.edu/officiatingvolleyball Location: USI Online, Zoom
Registration Fee: $45
INTRO TO PHOTOGRAPHY NO. ALP422 Register: USI.edu/zoomandbeyond
Regardless whether you own a point-and-shoot or an advanced DSLR, this
class will equip you with a better grasp of your chosen tool and the necessary
MICROSOFT TEAMS: THE NEW
skills to obtain successful images by studying composition, lighting, exposure
GEM OF MICROSOFT SUITE NO. ALP444
This class is for individuals who have a basic understanding of Teams. This
and your camera’s settings. Assignments will be given and critiqued so please
class will take you deep inside the workings of Teams. Learn all about the
bring a flash drive, camera and your camera’s user manual. Although we
platform: channels, collaboration, meetings and more!
will focus on core photography rules and practices, we will discuss the work
of great photographers alongside your own work in order to understand Instructor: Jenifer Gossman
the foundation of composition to create your own Dates and Time:
compelling imagery. No. ALP444.001: Tuesday, April 13; Noon–1 p.m.
Location: USI Online, Zoom
Instructor: Aleisha Jones
Registration Fee: $45
Dates and Time:
Register: USI.edu/microsoftteams
No. ALP422.001: Mondays,
March 15–April 5; 6–8 p.m.
Location: USI University Center
East, Room 2207
Registration Fee: $62
Register: USI.edu/introphoto
USI.edu/LifelongLearning 12Personal Enrichment
While on the USI campus, instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in
classrooms, and practice physical distancing of at least six feet between individuals.
HERITAGE ARTISANS DAY—VIRTUAL ROBERT OWEN’S 250TH BIRTHDAY
Historic New Harmony invites school children to experience New Harmony, Robert Owen, a Welsh industrialist, social reformer and leader of the second
Indiana virtually, April 12 through April 16. This year we welcome back artisans attempt at utopia in New Harmony, Indiana, had a lasting impact not only
who specialize in paper marbling, blacksmithing and broom making, to name on our community, but the world. Join us for 250 days of Robert Owen
just a few, in a new exciting and virtual way. as we celebrate his life and legacy! Be sure to follow us on Facebook at
facebook.com/historicnewharmony and our website for a variety of
Visit: USI.edu/heritage
interactive and virtual content.
HISTORIC NEW HARMONY HISTORIC TOURS Visit: USI.edu/Owen250
Historic New Harmony conducts daily guided tours starting from the
Atheneum Visitors Center at 1 p.m., March–October. For the months of
November and December, tours are only given on the weekend (Saturday
and Sunday). Tours include an orientation film at the Atheneum Visitors
Center, Atheneum exhibits, special programming (if available) and access
to numerous historic sites and special exhibits. Visitors should set aside
approximately two hours for a typical tour. Tours are not conducted on the
following days: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, the day after
Christmas, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day and Easter. For more information
call the Atheneum Visitors Center at 812-682-4474.
Visit: USI.edu/historictours
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COLLEGE ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM
The University of Southern Indiana’s College Achievement Program (CAP)
offers dual credit to outstanding junior and senior students in more than two
dozen area high schools. Through CAP, students meet high school graduation
requirements and earn college credits, all while in their high school classroom
during the regular school day. CAP courses are taught by high school
instructors who meet the same criteria as USI adjunct faculty, and more
than 35 courses in English, history, biology, chemistry, economics, foreign
language, health professions, journalism and math are available. Many CAP
courses transfer easily utilizing the Indiana Core Transfer Library (CTL) and
fulfill the Academic Honors Diploma. Most CAP courses are on the dual credit
priority list and cost $25/credit hour. The College Achievement Program is one
of only seven concurrent enrollment programs in Indiana accredited by the
National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP) and one of
116 accredited programs in the nation.
Visit USI.edu/cap, or e-mail cap@usi.edu for further information.
SAT/ACT PREP ONLINE MATH
SAT/ACT Preparation Math will give you all the information you need to do
well on the math questions of the ACT and the new SAT. The ACT math
tests your knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry
and basic statistics. This course provides you with a complete math
review of all these subjects. You’ll also learn how to use your time
wisely so that you finish as many math questions as possible
in the 60 minutes the ACT gives you for the test. In addition to
reviewing arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and
basic statistics, you’ll also cover functions and other algebra II
subjects now tested on the SAT. Both instructor-led and self-
paced options available.
Visit: USI.edu/SATmath
SAT/ACT PREP ONLINE VERBAL
Both the ACT and the SAT contain verbal and math question
types. SAT/ACT Preparation Part I will give you all the information
you need to do well on the verbal questions of the ACT and the new
SAT. The ACT verbal sections are called the Reading Test, the English
Test and the Science Test. The Reading Test and the English Test assess
your knowledge of English usage, grammar and reading comprehension.
Beginning March 2016, the SAT verbal questions also changed. The lessons
in this course will prepare you for those changes. The new verbal sections are
called Writing and Language and Reading. The Reading section consists of
Information and Ideas, Rhetoric and Synthesis questions based on reading
passages and quantitative information. The SAT also contains a Writing and
Language section, which includes multiple-choice questions about rhetoric,
grammar and English usage. The essay on the SAT is now optional and
administered in its own section. This course will prepare you to write the type
of essays that grading officials are looking for. Both instructor-led and self-
paced options available.
Visit: USI.edu/SATverbal
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