EVENING SCHOOL COURSES
The Middlesex County Magnet Schools’ Adult Education programs include the Adult Evening School, certificate programs, apprenticeship training, customized training and special programs, and programs in adult cosmetology and practical nursing. There’s something for everyone, with a variety of courses ranging from electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and construction trades, to computer applications, computer assisted drafting, health and safety education – and beyond.
If you want short-term career skills training, Adult Evening School offers courses during Fall, Winter, and Spring Semesters. So, if you want to start your career, change your career or upgrade your skills, browse the course catalog, register online, printout your receipt and bring it with you to the first night of class. We hope to see you there!
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ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION
Introduction to CAD Basics
This course teaches the fundamental topics needed to use the AutoCAD software. The approach is to begin with basic tools for creating and editing simple drawings, then progress to more advanced tools. The focus is on essential tools and concepts, including Learning the AutoCAD workspace and user interface. Using basic drawing, editing, and viewing tools. Managing drawing objects on layers. Inserting reusable symbols (blocks). Setting up a layout for printing. Adding text, hatching, and dimensions.
We will also explore Sketchup and Revit and their applications in 3d modeling. Printing to a large printer, 3D printer, and Laser cutter will also be part of the class and applied to the lab work. Students will have the option to take the Autodesk Certified User exam (for an additional fee $150).
9 Sessions:
Days: Thursday
Time: 5:30 - 8:30 PM
Starts: 9/26/2024- 12/19/2024
Course Fee: $187
Location: PI CAD Classroom
Instructor: Minnella
Electricity 1 Basics
This course is designed for the student who needs to learn specific trade information, layout and to wire basic electrical circuits. The proper use of tools, materials, equipment and safety will be covered.
7 Sessions:
Days: Wednesday
Time: 6-9 PM
Starts: 10/2/2024 - 11/20/24
Course Fee:$ 300.00
Location: EB
Instructor: Drudy
Home Repair and Maintenance
This course will focus on saving the homeowner money. The homeowner will gain knowledge and new skills in routine home repairs and preventive maintenance that all homeowners need over time but afraid to try on their own.
This course will include safety with ladders and common tools. This course will give the homeowner the confidence needed to tackle most problems such as plumbing leaks, unclogging a drain, fixing a toilet, repairing door hinges, locks and doors that stick, weather-stripping, caulking doors and windows, repairing tiles, fixing electrical switches, light fixtures and outlets, repair wholes in drywall painting both the interior and exterior of your house.
You will get an understanding of basic home repairs and how to talk to contractors, technicians and home inspectors without being intimidated.
7 Sessions:
Days: Wednesday
Time: 6-9 PM
Starts: 1/8/2025-2/19/2025
Course Fee:$ 300.00
Location: EB
Instructor: Drudy
OSHA 30 Hour
Outreach Program for
Construction Industry
The OSHA 30 hour Construction Industry Outreach Training Course is a comprehensive safety course designed for anyone involved in the construction industry. Topics in this course include; OSHA policies, procedures, and standards, as well as construction safety and health principles. Topics include scope and application of the OSHA construction standard. Special emphasis is placed on those areas that are most hazardous, using OSHA standards as a guide.
10 Sessions
Days: Wednesday
Time: 6-9 PM
Starts: 4/2/2025-6/11/2025
Course Fee $212
Location EB
Instructor: Starke
Refrigerant Handling Certification
This course present information and service practices needed to meet EPA requirements to contain, conserve, and reuse refrigerants. It will prepare the student to take the technician certification test developed by the Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES) and is approved by the EPA. Students that successfully complete the course earn Refrigerant Handling Certification.
4 Sessions
Days: Wednesday
Time: 6-10 PM
Starts: 2/26/2025-3/6/2025
Course Fee $267.00
Location PI
Instructor: Bienes
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Introduction to Microsoft Excel
This class will cover various topics to help students use this spreadsheet software proficiently. Students will gain all the tools necessary to create and use basic spreadsheets.
Topics will include:
Creating Basic Spreadsheets, Basic functions and formulas, Data entry and formatting, Using charts and graphs for data visualization, Inserting and deleting rows, columns, or cells, Adjusting column width and row height, Manipulating data, Leveraging multiple worksheets and Understanding the most popular Excel commands and functions.
9 Sessions:
Days: Wednesday
Time: 6-9 PM
Starts: 10/16/2024-12/18/2024
Course Fee: $187.00
Location: PI
Instructor: Baez
MANUFACTURING
CNC Machining
Computerized Numerical Controlled (CNC) Machining is an introductory class that addresses the fundamentals of programming, setting up and operating CNC equipment to prepare you for an exciting and challenging career in the world of manufacturing. From milling machines and lathes to 3D printers and robotic automation, G and M codes are the core language used to program these exciting and versatile pieces of equipment. This class will cover the basics of G and M codes, tool and workpiece setting, program formatting and execution for both subtractive (CNC milling and turning) and additive (3D Printing) manufacturing applications, complete with hands on examples.
15 Sessions
Days: Monday and Wednesday
Time: 6-10 PM
Starts: 01/08/2024-03/15/2024
Course Fee $656.00
Location EB S203
Instructor: Timpson
Machine Shop Technology
This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of Machine Shop Technology operations. You will learn basic measuring tools, vernier calipers, steel rules, and micrometers, layout and hand tools. Emphasis in the theory and practice in the use of vertical milling machine, lathes and drilling machines shapers, hand and saw grinders.
15 Sessions
Days: Tuesday
Time: 6-9 PM
Starts: 9/24/24- 1/21/2025
Course Fee $499.00
Location EB S203
Instructor: Eisenbrey
Welding Level 1
The Welding Level 1 Course is designed for anyone with little welding experience. Students are provided learning experiences through lecture, demonstration, and hands-on practice to advance their skills in; Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), plasma cutting, basic blue-print interpretation, brazing and out of position welding.
9 Sessions
Days: Tuesday
Time: 5-9 PM
Starts: 10/22/2024 - 1/7/2025 (Revised start date)
Course Fee $1200.00
Location PI
Instructor: Foli
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, AND LOGISTICS
Autobody and Collision Repair
Students will learn basic knowledge and skills required for repairing automobile bodies. Various techniques and methods of straitening, shaping, and filling materials are covered as well as sanding and painting.
9 Sessions
Days: Tuesday
Time: 7-10 PM
Starts: Winter TBD
Course Fee $300.00
Location PI S203
Instructor: TBD
Automotive Maintenance
and Light Repair AMLR
The main feature of this program is for the student to learn the life of a technician and consumer skills. The process is accomplished by performing or observing essential automotive maintenance and light repair skills on student vehicles. we will incorporate oil changes, filter and bulb changes, tire and brake replacement, steering and suspension replacement, alignments, exhaust repairs, and tune-ups. The benefits combing money saved for a DIY-er along with newly acquired technician skills, time and safety gained with flat tire changes and jumpstart life skills, and sharpened consumer skills for vehicle shopping or repairs. Students learn at a pace accommodated for them, guided by an ASE Certified Master Technician with G1 and L1 Certifications.
9 Sessions
Days: Tuesday
Time: 6-9 PM
Starts: 9/24/2024-11/6/2024
Course Fee $187.00
Location EB
Instructor: Colavito
Basic Auto Mechanics
Students will be provided with a basic understanding of automotive repairs. General inspection of servicing and brakes, cooling systems, Exhaust systems; engine tune-ups and electrical systems will be covered. this course will be taught by an ASE Certified Master Mechanic.
9 Sessions
Days; Monday
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Starts: 9/23/2024 - 11/25/2024
Course Fee $187.00
Location PI S203
Instructor: Florczak
Basic Auto Mechanics
Students will be provided with a basic understanding of automotive repairs. General inspection of servicing and brakes, cooling systems, Exhaust systems; engine tune-ups and electrical systems will be covered. this course will be taught by an ASE Certified Master Mechanic.
9 Sessions
Days; Monday
Time: 5:00-8:00 pm
Starts: 9/23/2024 - 11/25/2024
Course Fee $187.00
Location EB S307
Instructor: Dembrowski
Motorcycle Rider Safety
“Experience Motorcycling” Are you interested in learning how to ride a motorcycle? Do you want to learn to ride or learn to ride better? If so, sign up for one of Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s beginner and experienced rider courses. This is a cooperative program run with Rider Education, Inc. of New Jersey. Want more information?
Call: 1-800-8WE-RIDE or go online at www.rider-ed.com