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Situated on one of the most beautiful islands in the world, the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College is an accredited college that offers three bachelor of applied science degrees, a wide variety of associate degrees and certificates, as well as distance learning degrees through its UH Center on campus. UHMC is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools & College.

With small class sizes, a low student to faculty ratio, math labs and career counseling, UHMC students enjoy personalized, individual attention and the support they need to be successful in school and their future careers.

University of Hawaiʻi Maui College's Extended Learning  & Workforce Development Office (ELWD) is located in the Laulima building on the Kahului campus, with ample free parking.

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Agriculture & Sustainability

As a working greenhouse that grows fresh produce and raises tilapia to support food security through donations to various community organizations, WaiPono Farms provides a work-based learning experience for UHMC students to gain hands-on skills in the agriculture sector. It also prepares students for future job opportunities through immersion in a highly productive facility and a collaborative, team environment.

Learn more about free training at

maui.hawaii.edu/aquaponics

Learn the fundamentals of designing, operating and maintaining backyard and commercial scale aquaponics systems with locally sourced inputs of fish, fish feed and plants using new technologies and growing techniques. Students will have on-demand access to an online course featuring 80 hours of training modules and weekly Zoom sessions with their instructor. FREE course sponsored by USDA AFRI NIFA Workforce grant.

Learn the biology and behavior of honeybees and best management practices for hive management. Develop hands-on skills for hive inspection, maintenance, and management techniques to control honeybee diseases and pests. Investigate alternative pollinators.

AG 162 | $ 393 + fees | 3 credits
F 12:00 PM – 2:45 PM Fall Semester 8/21 – 12/15

The Maui Food Innovation Center connects and elevates Maui’s value- added food producers with technical expertise, innovative training, education and a Research & Development kitchen. Check out upcoming classes

For more information Visit maui.hawaii.edu/foodinnovation

Introduction To Plant Propagation

This course will provide the student an overview on plant propagation. Included will be seed/sexual propagation and asexual propagation (cuttings, divisions, air layers, etc.). This course will provided both a lecture of the various techniques as well as hands on practical exercises. This should make possible, for the student, both small scale (home owner) and large scale nursery enterprises . Course will be conducted at Ho'oulu 104 and Greenhouse facilities.

Section AGR6158 - 003

The ABC's of Bees: Basic Beekeeping Part C

Part C, construction of hives, assembling woodenware/equipment.

This is the third in a series three, 5 hour, non credit courses (A,B and C) to provide the student introductory information on keeping bees in Hawaii. In Part C. Students will learn to build hives from locally obtained materials. Students will also learn to assemble woodenware/equipment that can not be locally sourced from hardware stores.

Section AGR6157 - 003

The ABC's of Bees: Basic Beekeeping Part D

The answer to: "How do you get bees? Of course you could buy a hive @ about $200+ if you can find someone selling. This class will look at the factors affecting honey bees in the spring-summer months of the year and what will cause a hive to swarm. How to collect a swarm will be covered as well as attracting swarms. If Time permits situation allows we will collect swarm, service swarm traps, or transfer swarm to hive. Students should have had ABC's of Beekeeping A, B and C or AG162 Introductory Beekeeping.

Section AGR6160 - 002

What is Bugging you? Home Garden Pest Control Overview

This course is geared to the home gardener, just starting out, with questions regarding insect pest identification. This course will cover tools/resources for quick identification of the primary insect pests that affect the various crops or ornamental plants that people grow here in Hawaii. This course will also identify beneficial insects and their roles in mitigating insect pest problems. Course will include lecture, demonstrations, and walk about to introduce students to the common pests in the landscape. Time in class will include work with microscopes to observe and assist in identification. Course will also include some information regarding pesticide use, pesticide label interpretation, and pesticide safety.

Section AGR6159 - 003

Art & Design

Fashion is a language of self expression. Express yourself! The UH Maui College Fashion Technology Program can help you launch into this highly skilled and evolving industry. Through comprehensive, hands-on training in apparel production and fashion design, you’ll gain the technical skills for job entry including design, sewing, pattern drafting, and construction of basic and advanced apparel. Graduates have gone on to pursue their BA in fashion technology, work for local apparel companies, or start their own business.

Visit go.hawaii.edu/xz2 or call 808-984-3700 for more info.

Gain a foundation in the creation, performance, and understanding of music in both its technical and cultural contexts.

Visit go.hawaii.edu/xz2 or call 808-984-3700 for more info.

Take classes in Hawaiian music, language, and culture as well as music theory and technology! Work directly with Hawiaian Music artists and other industry professionals as part of your learning experience.

Visit go.hawaii.edu/xz2 or call 808-984-3700 for more info.

Innovate, collaborate, and be creative! Choose from classes in drawing, painting, ceramics, design, digital photography, printmaking, and art history. Develop 21st century skills in critical thinking, creative problem solving, and communication. Graduates have launched careers as artists or continued their studies in Fine Arts baccalaureate programs within the UH System.

Visit go.hawaii.edu/xz2 or call 808-984-3700 for more info.

Academy for Creative Media Maui offers Associate degrees and Certificates in filmmaking, graphic design and animation, and pathways to a four-year degree.

Learn more at http://maui.hawaii.edu/programs/creative-media.

Explore two-dimensional visualization and rendering of forms, spaces, and ideas through a variety of approaches and media.

ART 113 | Mike Takemoto | $393 + fees | 3 credits
TuTh | 10:30AM-1:45PM |  Fall Semester 8/21 – 12/15 | Heona I

Learn the fundamental, technical, and aesthetic practices of digital photography and learn camera operation, computer editing techniques, basic lighting concepts, composition, and print production.

ART 107D | Gwen Arkin | $393 + fees | 3 credits
TuTh | 3:00PM-4:45PM |  Fall Semester 8/21 – 12/15 | Heona I

Develops foundational skills in pre-production and production for both studio and field-based video projects. The course emphasizes technical aspects of digital cinematography and sound recording as well as fundamentals of field and TV studio production in terms of conceptual development, planning, writing, storyboarding, editing, and project management. In addition, students will be introduced to basic rules of visual composition, sequencing, and storytelling.

CM120 | Deanna Reece | $393 + fees | 3 credits
W | 3:00PM-5:40PM |  Fall Semester 8/21 – 12/15 

Learn the basic tools and features of raster image editing, photo retouching, and color correction of images. Discover the fundamental drawing techniques of vector illustration graphics, including pen tool paths, objects, and type with specific attention to practical applications.

CM 123 | Monika Jost | $393 + fees | 3 credits
M | 6:00-8:45PM | Fall Semester 8/21-12/15/23

Learn about sewing tools and equipment. Select and adjust basic commercial patterns and construct clothes from these patterns to figures.

FT 113/115 | Lisa Marie Stills | $786 + fees | 6 credits
WF | 8:30AM-1:20PM | Fall Semester 8/21 – 12/15

Discover Hawaiian-style ukulele playing. Learn to play the ukulele through a selection of traditional and contemporary American and Hawaiian songs. An introduction to ukulele history in Hawai`i is included. No prior experience necessary.

MUS121Z | Joel Katz | $262 + fees | 2 credits
TuW | TBD | Fall Semester 8/21-12/15/23

Learn basic keyboard skills established during the first semester, including both reading and playing by ear. Repertoire expands to a variety of styles, including classical, pop, jazz, and rock.

MUS121 | Joel Katz | $262 + fees | 2 credits
TuW | TBD | Fall Semester 8/21-12/15/23

Composition in Photography: Learning to See

If you are already familiar with the basics of your camera (film or digital) and feel comfortable shooting in the Manual setting, this hands-on photography workshop will help you to "see" more creatively. We will discuss Composition concepts, including the Use of Color, Leading the Eye, creating Neutral Space, Rule of Thirds and the Golden Mean. Students also have time to head out onto the grounds of the college to practice skills, explore their camera settings, and experiment creating images.

Section ART6002 - 005

Navigating Your Digital Camera

You've got a DSLR camera, now what? This hands-on workshop with Aubrey Hord, Cr.Photog.CPP, covers the basics of how to navigate your camera's settings and how to get started shooting with the manual setting to create the photographs you envision. Students will learn about ISO, shutter speed, and aperture to create the correct exposure-along with focus, metering white balance, lens choice, filters, and more.

Section ART6100 - 003

Using Your Digital Camera in the Field

This 2 day hands-on photography workshop takes the basic skills learned in level 1 to the next level! Photographic Craftsman and Certified Professional Photographer, Aubrey Hord, uses hands-on experience with students and their cameras on the grounds of the college to demonstrate ISO, aperture, shutter speed, exposure, white balance, focus, and other camera techniques. This course uses real-life shooting scenarios to help dial in skills, make correct exposures and ensure you are a more successful photographer!

Section ART6101 - 006

Business & Government

Explore the principles and concepts of management including managerial functions, motivation, leadership, and decision-making.

BUS 120 | Dr. Gilbert Logan | $393 + fees | 3 credits
M | 10:30AM-11:45AM |
Fall Semester 8/21-12/15/23

Learn about social media and collaboration tools as they relate to business. Create, maintain, and update blogs, social media sites, and internal/external collaboration and communication tools.

BUSN158 | Laureen Kodani |  $393 + fees | 3 credits
Th | 7:00PM-8:15PM | Fall Semester 8/21-12/15/23 

Discover the principles of advertising and promotion, including sales promotion, publicity, public relations, and selling, and their relationship to the marketing system. Learn strategies of informing, persuading, and integrating information to create a positive image.

MKT 160 | Gil Logan | $393 + fees | 3 credits
TuW | TBA | Fall Semester 8/21-12/15/23 | ONLINE

Study political institutions, systems, behavior, and issues. Analyze American national government, including the presidency, interest groups, elections, and general theories of the American political system.

POLS 110 | Ryan Daniels | $393 + fees | 3 credits
TuTh | 9:00AM-10:15AM  | Fall Semester 8/21 – 12/15/23

Examine the history and philosophy of the administration of justice in United States with an overview of major sub-systems with the criminal justice system: law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Examine expectations and interrelationsips of offi cials, theories of crime, punishment, and rehabilitation. Survey career opportunities

AJ 101 | Ryan Daniels | $393 + fees | 3 credits
MW | 9:00AM-10:15AM  | Fall Semester 8/21-12/15/23

  • Business, Computers and Technology
  • Microsoft Office, Leadership with Aloha, Principles of Management
  • Hospitality
  • Intro to the Culinary Industry, Customer Service Training, Sanitation Certification
  • Sustainability
  • Sustainable Agriculture Systems, HVAC Certification, FEMA Certification
  • Culture
  • Intro to ASL, Insider’s Guide to Music Publishing, Basic Hawaiian Language

Contact Dean Louie

(808) 983-3689 | dlouie@hawaii.edu

Customer Service Training

Did you know that 75% of all people making decisions are based on the first 2 minutes of an interaction? Positive human communication is crucial in representing and branding your business. Knowledge and experience in customer service can make the difference between growing or diminishing your business. This class will benefit front line staff, and representatives.

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Computer Technology

Introduction to iPad

Welcome to a NEW way of computing! This hands-on course shows you how to use the Apple iPad. The course covers all the functions of using a multi-touch screen. Also discover possible add-on accessories that can enhance the use of your iPad.

Section COM6040 - 031

Introduction to iPhone

iOS is the operating system built around the iPhone and iPad. In this class we will take a look at both devices, from setup, settings and basic use of the device. We will cover apps, internet and email setup, as well as other daily use of your smart device.

Section COM6043 - 036

Photos: Mac and iOS

Apple newest App helps manage all your digital photos from iOS devices or a digital camera. Learn to import, edit, adjust, create and share pictures then organize all in one place.

Section COM6044 - 031

Computers for Beginners

Never used a computer before? Feel like computer terms are written in a foreign language? This course is for you. Become fluent in basic computer-speak, demystifying the jargon, and learning computing terms.

Section COM6001 - 055

Section COM6001 - 056

Section COM6001 - 057

Section COM6001 - 058

Introduction to Windows

Learn how to comfortably move around in Windows and become familiar with Windows terminology. Learn to use the task bar, create shortcuts, manage the desktop, work with multiple windows and more. Learn how to find and manage documents, use online help, and clean house with the recycle bin.

Section COM6006 - 028

Microsoft Excel Essentials

Go beyond the basics and learn how to write a formula, work with a built-in function, create a chart and organize data in a list.

Section COM6017 - 032

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Section COM6017 - 035

Microsoft Excel Intermediate

Tap into the power of Excel by using more functions that are built-in and explore the needed techniques to build multiple sheet workbooks and to link and consolidate data among them.

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Section COM6018 - 030

Section COM6018 - 031

Microsoft Word Essentials

Turn MS Word into your most powerful productivity ally! If you are new to Word, or if you get frustrated using Word, this is the course you need to easily become truly skilled with this software.

Section COM6015 - 028

Section COM6015 - 030

Section COM6015 - 031

Microsoft Word Intermediate

Think you know all the tricks in MS Word? Think again. This course will advance even the most knowledgeable participant in MS Word.

Section COM6016 - 024

Spreadsheets for Beginners

How can a spreadsheet help me? What sets a spreadsheet apart from a word processing or database management program? You will learn the answers to these questions while mastering the basic functions and applications of spreadsheet programs.

Section COM6005 - 039

Section COM6005 - 040

Section COM6005 - 041

Section COM6005 - 042

Word Processing for Beginners

Word Processing Fundamentals learn your way around a keyboard as you execute basic operations: creating, editing, formatting, saving, retrieving and printing!

Section COM6004 - 042

Section COM6004 - 043

Section COM6004 - 044

Learn the basic tools and features of raster image editing, photo retouching, and color correction of images. Discover the fundamental drawing techniques of vector illustration graphics, including pen tool paths, objects, and type with specific attention to practical applications.

CM123 | Monika Jost | $393 + fees | 3 credits
M 6:00PM-8:45PM | Fall Semester 8/21-12/15/23

Food Innovation, Culinary & Hospitality

The Maui Food Innovation Center connects and elevates Maui’s value- added food producers with technical expertise, innovative training, education and a Research & Development kitchen. Check out upcoming classes

For more information Visit maui.hawaii.edu/foodinnovation

MFIC Applied Studies in Fundamental Food Manufacturing

A self-directed and self-paced kitchen lab experience for MFIC food manufacturing students. Students work in the fully certified MFIC R&D kitchen environment to increase understanding of manufacturing efficiencies, good manufacturing practices, standard operating procedures and adherence to best practices in kitchen safety and sanitation procedures. Access is by appointment scheduled through class instructor.

Section CULN6020 - 017

MFIC Food Business Start Up

This class is designed to help you learn the basics of launching a successful food business and provide you a foundation for a systematic approach towards developing a profitable food business. The course is suited for food manufacturers, restaurateurs, food truck operators, and farmers / chefs interested in creating value-added food products and is offered in a hybrid format of online modules (via the laulima.hawaii.edu) and face-to-face coaching by appointment. Total class time is 16 hours.  

Section BUS6822 - 027

MFIC Food Product Concept to Consumer Incubator

Have a Food Product Idea or Recipe Consumers Would Love? The Concept to Consumer Incubator Program is an in depth class that teaches food industry best practices for taking your recipe idea or concept and turning it into a viable value-added food product for the retail marketplace! This course will provide access to educational resources and professional consultants to help you learn what it takes to build a food business and brand. Learn how to obtain: Food handlers certification and Food Business license. Learn product development for food manufacturing, ingredient sourcing, costing, branding their products and how to manage the intricacies of a small supply chain, building alliances to lower costs, and valuable best practices for growing a business. Convert a basic recipe into a manufacturing formula. Includes hands-on time in the MFIC Test Kitchen. Participants will have the opportunity to introduce their products to industry experts and receive valuable feedback on the their products market readiness. A Certificate of Professional Development is awarded upon completion of course.

Section BUS6821 - 011

Pasta la Vista Sauces

Course Description:

Are you bored of the same old sauces?

Learn lesser known but delicious Italian sauces!

1-Drunken pasta cooked in red wine.
2-Norma Pasta sauce with Eggplant (vegetarian)
3-Papalina Sauce

4-Red Beet and Pesto (vegetarian) 

This class is a Lecture and Demonstration class so you can sit back and relax, but partial volunteer participation is welcome!

We will also discuss pairing Italian wines with our products.

Section CULN6019 - 001

ServSafe Food Handler Basic Certification

Earn the ServSafe Food Handler certification the industry standard certification in food safety. The training covers topics including Basic Food Safety, Personal Hygiene, Cross-contamination and Allergens, Time and Temperature, Cleaning and Sanitation. Complete an in-class assessment exam to successfully earn the certification. ServSafe Food Handler training is basic sanitation certification for managers and staff working in certified kitchens. Textbook and exams are included. Those who pass the exam with scores 75% or better, receive a Food Handler Certificate valid for three years. This class has limited to face to face seating if offered on campus. The class may be offered online through ZOOM media. Students will need a reliable internet connection as well as a computer for access.

Section CULN6100 - 040

Learn the fundamental concepts, skills, and techniques of basic baking including the use of standardized recipes, baking equipment, and industry methods of preparation.

CULN 150 | Jackie Naeʻole | $655+fees | 5 credits
MTuWTh | 8:00AM-1:50 PM | 8/21-12/15/23 | Pāʻina 236

ntroduces the basic principles of marketing, menu planning, service styles, nutrition, sanitation and safety, purchasing, and control systems as they apply to food and beverage management in an operational setting. Provides practical applications for effectively managing resources for food and beverage industry operations.

HOST 154 | Liping Liu | $393 +fees | 3 credits
Tu | 9:00AM-10:15AM | Fall Semester 8/21-12/15/23

Learn an overview of the travel industry and relate major business components. Analyze links between hotel, food, transportation, recreation, and other tourism-related industries.

HOST 100 | Liping Liu | $393 |  3 credits
M-Th | 10:30AM-12:10PM  | Fall Semester 8/21-12/15/23

Explore the travel industry worldwide and related major business components. Students will analyze the links between travel, lodging, food, recreation, and other tourism-related segements.

HOST 101 | Liping Liu | $393 + fees | 3 credits
M | 1:30PM-2:45PM | 1/9/23-5/12/23 | ONLINE

Bartending 101

Professional Bartending is an exciting career that offers employment opportunities on Maui and around the world. From customer service, bar setup to pack down, and everything in between, you will gain fundamental hands-on experience mixing classics, making tropicals, and exploring basic beverages. 

This is a class for the basics of crafting cocktails including The management and the legal responsibility of serving alcoholic beverages, preventing intoxication, ID verification, ingredients, tools, techniques, and equipment, basic formulas and theory, customer service, as well as best practices.

Our Professional Bartender instructor will guide you through basic training and knowledge in mixology, professional hospitality industry operating standards, and exceptional customer service.

Section HOSP6613 - 007

Healthcare

UH Maui College can prepare you for a career in healthcare.
FREE Healthcare Trainings
Apply for 100% tuition assistance for healthcare trainings at uhcc.hawaii.edu/training

Learn how to provide emergency action measures for life threatening scenarios through this national certification. This course fulfills OSHA requirements for CPR and First Aid. Information to apply for a card from the American Heart Association will be provided upon successful completion of the class. Cost of card and required book not included in course fee, and will require separate

$35 per person payment to American Heart Association instructor.

HLTH6621 | Leo Domingo | $269
050 | M | 8:30AM-5:30PM  | 1-May 2023
051  | Tu | 8:30AM-5:30PM  | 5-Sep 2023

Survey medical terminology including prefixes, suffixes, and word roots; pronunciation, spelling and definition of selected medical words dealing with all human body systems; commonly used abbreviations; and use of the medical dictionary.

HLTH125 | Elaine Slavinsky | $131 + fees | 1 credits
TuW | Fall Semester 8/21 – 12/15

Learn about the roles Community Health Workers play in Hawai‘i and the broader public health system, including the attitudes, skills, and knowledge of the profession.

CHW100 | Timothy Schlather | $393 + fees | 3 credits
Tu | 5:00PM – 7:45PM |  Fall Semester 8/21 – 12/15

Train as a nurse assistant to care for acute, semi-acute, or convalescent clients in the hospital, long-term care, or home setting under the supervision of a registered or practical nurse. Become eligible for the national certification exam.

NURS100T | Solange Patrick | $524 | 4 credits
Fall Semester 8/21 – 12/15/23

Explore this introduction to pharmacology that discusses drugs with emphasis on sites and mechanism of action, toxicity, fate, and uses of major therapeutic agents.

 

PHRM 203 | Steve Farmer | $393 | 3 credits
TuTh  | 10:30AM-11:45A | M Fall Semester 8/21 – 12/15

Integrates natural science concepts basic to the study of human nutrition. Emphasizes nutrient requirements of healthy individuals, nutrient categories and characteristics, physiological functions, and food sources. Includes review and adaptation of dietary practices to reflect current nutritional issues.


FSHN 185
| Karen Robbins | 3 credits
No Scheduled Class Meetings  | Fall Semester 8/21-12/15/23 | Online

Prerequisites
ENG 22 with grade C or better, or placement at ENG 100, or consent.

This Phlebotomy Technician course is intended for the high-school graduate student with no collegiate or healthcare experience. It is intended to prepare the student to become a healthcare team member in this exciting and fast paced field. Although this course teaches the collection of blood specimens, the course emphasizes knowledge required for all health care professionals to prepare them for a growing future in healthcare.

Phlebotomy Technicians collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom and lab work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology; blood collection procedures; specimen hands-on practice; and training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods.

 

HLTH6002 004 | Tu 7:00pm – 8:00pm | Mar 21, 2023 – May 09, 2023 | Steven Farmer |  Hybrid

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) course is a 5 week hybrid (online and in person) training that prepares participants to meet all criteria to be eligible to become a nationally recognized RBT, a paraprofessional certified in behavior analysis. RBTs assist in delivering behavior-analytic services and practice under the direction and close supervision of an RBT Supervisor and/or an RBT Requirements Coordinator, who are responsible for all work RBTs perform. RBT certification was originally designed for settings in which a BCBA or BCaBA is already providing behavior-analytic services. Thus, applying to become an RBT is most likely to occur after the applicant has been employed by the organization in which they will continue their work assisting qualified BCBAs and/or BCaBAs in their service-delivery activities. This course includes a job shadowing experience during the last two weeks.

 

HLTH6010  | Kuleana Care | $1000
001 | Tu 4/11/23 – 5/16/23 | Hybrid
002 | Wed  6/14/23 – 7/12/23 | Hybrid

Industry & Trades

Discover the principles for the operation of automotive systems. Learn the use of basic automotive tools, equipment, and procedures for the preventive maintenance and minor repair service through lectures, demonstrations, and lab work on shop training units and “live” service vehicles.

AMT 100  | $262 + fees |2 credits
M | 5:00PM-9:00PM | Fall Semester 8/21 – 12/15/23

Learn the proper use and maintenance of carpentry hand and power tools. Practice selecting and using construction materials and fastening systems.

CARP 120 | $393 + fees | 3 credits
M | 4:00PM-9:00PM | 8/21/23-12/15/23 | CARPENTRY SHOP

Study air conditioning systems of residential and commercial buildings. Explore the servicing of small appliances (Type I), and servicing or disposing of high or very high-pressure appliances (Type II), except motor vehicle ACs. Learn skills and concepts of planning, testing, troubleshooting, and balancing such systems.

MAIN 165 | $262 + fees | 2 credits
W | 4:00PM-8:00PM | 8/21-12/15/23

Explore the theory and practices of arc and gas welding of ferrous metals dealing with building construction applications. Learn procedures for flat, horizontal, and overhead work for brazing, flame cutting, and welding of aluminum, stainless steel, and other metals.

WELD 119 D | Mark Morimoto | $393 + fees | 3 credits
TuTh | 5:00PM-8:00PM | 8/21/23-12/15/23 | WELDING

Explores the use of hybrid and electric power for vehicle transportation. Explains and explores the cause of different types of emissions from vehicles and power systems that run solely on fossil fuels and why hybrid and electric vehicle technology is important to this change in transportation. Explains and examines safety when using high voltage, maintenance, drivability, inverter power transfer, battery technologies, hydrogen-electric power, and fuel cell technology. Explores the physics of battery storage, hybrid generation systems, and electric vehicle applications. Prepares students for work in the automotive field on hybrid and electric vehicles.

TRAD6200-002 | Lawrence Martinson | $2000
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 3:00PM – 7:30PM | 5/15/23-6/15/23

3D CAD: Intro to Products & Advanced Manufacturing

Introduces the fundamentals of advancing manufacturing including prototype design, additive and subtractive manufacturing using 3-D printing and CNC machines, and an applied project using Rhino 3D software. Participants will also attain OSHA 10 and First Aid/CPR safety certifications, and complete a 2 week paid internship with a local company to gain exposure to advanced manufacturing projects.

Section TRAD6900 - 002

3D CAD: Intro to Products & Advanced Manufacturing

Introduces the fundamentals of advancing manufacturing including prototype design, additive and subtractive manufacturing using 3-D printing and CNC machines, and an applied project using Rhino 3D software. Participants will also attain OSHA 10 and First Aid/CPR safety certifications, and complete a 2 week paid internship with a local company to gain exposure to advanced manufacturing projects.

Section TRAD6900 - 002

Electrical Technology Program - Journey Worker Electrician (EJ)

Complete the academic coursework required by Hawaii Revised Statute HRS 448E for journey worker electrical apprentices. Participants gain foundational skills in electrical safety, as well as applied math, AC/DC theory, motors and motor control, NEC, and transformers.

Section TRAD8910 - 053

Electrical Technology Program - Maintenance Electrician (EM)

The Electrical Technology Program – Maintenance Electrician provides participants with the academic coursework required by Hawaii Revised Statute HRS 448E for maintenance journey worker electrical apprentices.  Participants gain foundational skills in applied math and electrical safety as well as the required subjects in AC/DC theory, motors and motor control maintenance, NEC, and transformers. This program fulfills Requirements of HRS 448E, 80 hour electrical academic coursework.

Participants gain foundational skills in applied math and electrical safety as well as the required subjects in AC/DC theory, motors and motor control maintenance, NEC, and transformers. This program fulfills Requirements of HRS 448E, 80 hour electrical academic coursework. Participants are required to attend at least 75% of each module, and satisfactorily pass all exams to successfully complete the program.

Section TRAD8940 - 033

Hospital Emergency Response Training

Hospital Emergency Response Training for Mass Casualty Incidents (HERT) is one-day course designed to provide medical operation guidance to hospitals, emergency medical services (EMS), healthcare facility personnel, assisted living, hospice  and others who may become involved in a mass casualty incident (MCI). The course provides the healthcare emergency receiver with an understanding of the relationship between a Hospital Incident Command System (HICS), a scene Incident Command System (ICS), and other incident management systems used by municipal Emergency Operations Centers (EOC). The course also provides guidance for Hospital Emergency Response Team design, development, and training. 

Section TRAD6002 - 003

Public Works Departments: Knowledgeable, Qualified and Competent Persons

Public Works Departments: Knowledgeable, Qualified and Competent Persons

An OSHA competent person; is defined as  "One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them" [29 CFR 1926.32(f)]. Risk assessment is defined as an overall process for the management of safety; a process that involves looking at the risks we face and ensuring adequate safety measures have been put into place.

Section TRAD6011 - 001

The Value of Public Works Departments in Community Disaster Response

“The HAZWOPER standard for the construction industry (29 CFR 1926.65) is identical to 29 CFR 1910.120. For brevity, the HAZWOPER standard is referenced as 29 CFR 1910.120 throughout the remainder of this web page”. 1910.120(e)(1)(i)

All employees working on site (such as but not limited to equipment operators, general laborers and others) exposed to hazardous substances, health hazards, or safety hazards and their supervisors and management responsible for the site shall receive training meeting the requirements of this paragraph before they are permitted to engage in hazardous waste operations that could expose them to hazardous substances, safety, or health hazards, and they shall receive review training as specified in this paragraph.

This course introduces The Value of Public Works Departments in Community Disaster Response. 

The training is intended to help communities improve their emergency management efforts regarding the functions of public works agencies prior to, during, and after disasters. 

First responders at the operations level are individuals who respond to releases or potential releases of hazardous substances as part of the initial response to the site for the purpose of protecting nearby persons, property, or the environment from the effects of the release.

Section TRAD60112 - 001

Public Works Departments: Knowledgeable, Qualified and Competent Persons

Public Works Departments: Knowledgeable, Qualified and Competent Persons

An OSHA competent person; is defined as  "One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them" [29 CFR 1926.32(f)]. Risk assessment is defined as an overall process for the management of safety; a process that involves looking at the risks we face and ensuring adequate safety measures have been put into place.

Section TRAD6011 - 001

The Value of Public Works Departments in Community Disaster Response

“The HAZWOPER standard for the construction industry (29 CFR 1926.65) is identical to 29 CFR 1910.120. For brevity, the HAZWOPER standard is referenced as 29 CFR 1910.120 throughout the remainder of this web page”. 1910.120(e)(1)(i)

All employees working on site (such as but not limited to equipment operators, general laborers and others) exposed to hazardous substances, health hazards, or safety hazards and their supervisors and management responsible for the site shall receive training meeting the requirements of this paragraph before they are permitted to engage in hazardous waste operations that could expose them to hazardous substances, safety, or health hazards, and they shall receive review training as specified in this paragraph.

This course introduces The Value of Public Works Departments in Community Disaster Response. 

The training is intended to help communities improve their emergency management efforts regarding the functions of public works agencies prior to, during, and after disasters. 

First responders at the operations level are individuals who respond to releases or potential releases of hazardous substances as part of the initial response to the site for the purpose of protecting nearby persons, property, or the environment from the effects of the release.

Section TRAD60112 - 001

Language & Culture

Intermediate American Sign Language

In this intermediate course, students will learn to apply communication skills in American Sign Language (ASL) based on previous training. The course will focus on observing expressive and receptive skills through the use of hand signage. Students will be introduced to members of the deaf and hard of hearing community to practice acquired language skills in social settings. All students are welcome but, the instructor is strongly suggests taking LANG6709 Introduction to ASL prior to this intermediate class.

Section LANG6707 - 004

Learn speaking, reading, and writing in elementary Hawaiian.

HAW 101 | $524 + fees | 4 credits
TuW | TuW Fall Semester | 8/21/23-12/15/23

Introduces speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills of beginning Japanese. Includes basic sentence structures. Daily practice highly recommended.

JPN 101 | Ryan Locke | $393 + fees | 3 credits
TuW | TuW Fall Semester | 8/21/23-12/15/23

The MLI Regular Session builds and improves English skills in listening, speaking, reading, vocabulary, writing, and cultural studies. You will learn and practice grammatical structures through practice exercises and presentations. You will research and present on cultural topics, through rhetorical techniques that include describing, comparing and contrasting, exploring causes and effects, and argumentation. You will build writing skills from writing paragraphs to essays. Depending on the module, you will write descriptions, processes, compare/contrast, problem/solution, and/or cause and effect paragraphs and essays. You will build skills required to become independent readers and thinkers in the English language.

See maui.hawaii.edu/mli for MLI application information.

LANG6010 / $2300

004  | MTuWThF  | 9:00AM-1:05PM  | 8/21/23-10-3-23 | 39 mtgs
005  | MTuWThF  | 9:00AM-1:05PM | 10/16/23-12/8/23  | 38 mtgs

Identify endemic, indigenous, and Polynesian introduced flora of Hawai‘i. Examine the many uses of Hawai‘i’s flora by the indigenous people. Discover the relationship of gods/plants/man, and connects belief and practices with the intentional migration of specific plants.

HWST 211 | 3 credits
TuW Fall Semester 8/21/23-12/15/23

Study the concept of culture and basic tools for

analyzing cultural behavior. Learn about patterning and integration, dynamics of culture, culture and the individual, cultural change, and anthropology and the future.

ANTH 200 | Melissa Kirkendall | $393 | 3credits
TuW | Fall Semester 8/21/23-12/15/23 | ONLINE

Focus on the history and development of traditional and acculturated vocal and instrumental Hawaiian music. Learn about Hawaiian dance genres related to the music and Hawaiian music and dance as an organization of sound and movement and as a product of culture and people.

HWST 176 |  Keola Donaghy | $393 | 3 credits
TuW  | Fall Semester 8/21/23-12/15/23 | ONLINE

Discover contemporary, domestic and international Hawaiian issues within historical, social, cultural and political contexts. Engage in research, question, critique, and develop your own critical analysis and commentary on diverse issues.

HWST 291 Kaleikoa Kaʻeo | $393 | 3 credits
TuW  | Fall Semester 8/21/23-12/15/23 | ONLINE

Personal Enrichment

Kung Fu for Exercise and Self-Defense (Weds)

Sifu Dan Takamura, offers Taichi classes for health and wellness and Kung Fu/Self defense for cardio and fitness at UHMC. Part of the Maui Chinese Martial Academy for about 25 years, he has done Lion Dances, Kung Fu and Taichi . He received a certificate to teach from the Grandmaster Andrew Lum, Sijyo Patrick Moon and Sifu Steve Catugal.

We offer students 4- one hour sessions per month (on Wednesdays). Classes will be held outdoors on our beautiful UHMC Quad. Please bring water and a towel if necessary.

All students must complete a UHMC Liability Waiver Form before partaking in our fitness classes.

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Section ENR6060 - 011

Tai Chi: Meditation and Martial Arts (Weds)

It's known by many names but whether you are just starting to explore Tai Chi, Qigong, or Tai Qi, or have been practicing for years, this course has no requirements nor necessary equipment. All are welcome. As people all over the world have discovered, Tai Qi is a powerful and natural way to address health conditions, stimulate inner healing, and live a happy, healthy life. Sifu Dan Takamura and his Assistants will be leading our Martial Arts classes.

We offer students 4- 90 min sessions per month (on Wednesdays). Classes will be held outdoors on our beautiful UHMC Quad. Please bring water and a towel if necessary.

All students must complete a Liability Waiver Form before partaking in our fitness classes.

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Zumba Fitness

Zumba Fitness Dance fitness classes that are fun, energetic, and make you feel amazing. Perfect for everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. Take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

Location: Held outdoors near UHMC Bookstore Area

Note: We are offering outdoor classes on the UHMC campus with required CDC Social Distancing, although this venue may change without notice due to the pandemic. Students adjust to their own level of comfort and fitness. Bring your personal fitness mat, towel, bottled water and light weights if needed.

Section FIT6610 - 020

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RIPPED Fitness Class

Join our awesome and fun fitness instructors as they introduce you to R.I.P.P.E.D; Resistance, Intervals, Power, Polymetrics, Endurance and Diet. This one-hour activity uses aerobic components for a cardio workout for your entire body. Classes are scheduled 5:30PM-6:30PM Wednesday evenings each month.

Location UHMC Center Quad Lawn

Note: We are offering outdoor classes on the UHMC campus lawn with required CDC Social Distancing, although this venue may change without notice due to the pandemic. Students adjust to their own level of comfort and fitness. Bring your personal fitness mat, towel, bottled water, and light weights.

Our Awesome Instructors are Certified through RIPPED

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Zumba Fitness

Zumba Fitness Dance fitness classes that are fun, energetic, and make you feel amazing. Perfect for everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. Take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

Location: Held outdoors near UHMC Bookstore Area

Note: We are offering outdoor classes on the UHMC campus with required CDC Social Distancing, although this venue may change without notice due to the pandemic. Students adjust to their own level of comfort and fitness. Bring your personal fitness mat, towel, bottled water and light weights if needed.

Section FIT6610 - 020

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Additional Online Training

We offer a wide-range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely online. All of our courses are led by expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors.

Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. Ready to explore our catalog?

Visit: go.hawaii.edu/xza and browse our catalog!

Certificates

Visit go.hawaii.edu/xz2 or call 808-984-3700 for more info.

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