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Published: 10 August 2007

UKIAH – A new PC Technician Certificate is now available from Mendocino College.

Any member of the community can obtain this 24-unit certificate, which prepares individuals for positions installing and maintaining hardware and software components in computer systems and networks.

  

"This opportunity allows individuals to work in an office or small business environment to oversee the business's computer network infrastructure," Computer Science Professor Warren Unck said.

 

After taking classes for the certificate program, former Mendocino College student Nick Wharff went from working at a fast food restaurant to working for the county. 

 

"I always did some computer stuff on my own, but someone told me about the classes and I started taking them. I was then able to take that experience and get a job working for the Mendocino County Information Services Department," Wharff said.

 

Jonny Clark is one of 15 students currently in the process of earning a certificate. He started taking computer classes at Mendocino and then looked into the certificate program.

 

"The certificate program allows you to work with computer hardware, compared to just computer programming. This certificate will help me get a job in networking and then hopefully working up to a network administrator position," Clark said.

 

Clark thinks very highly of Professor Unck and his desire to help students find jobs.

 

"He helps you get pointed in the right direction as far as jobs go. There is always a need for people in the computer field and that is where the money is," Clark said.

 

Promoting IT careers is important, according to some of the recent statistics concerning the industry. According to Unck, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 48-percent increase in jobs for computer software engineers and a 55 percent growth in jobs for network system and data communications analysts from 2004 to 2014.

 

The following are core courses for the certificate at Mendocino College and define the purpose of the certificate:

 

CSC74 - IT ESSENTIALS

This course is an introduction to information technology and data communications. Students will develop the necessary skills to enter this field by building a computer, installing the operating system, adding peripherals, connecting the computer to a local area network, and to the Internet. This is a hands-on, lab-oriented course that stresses laboratory safety and working effectively in a group environment.

 

CSC 75 IT ESSENTIALS/A+ CERTIFICATION II

IT Essentials II is a lab-based course designed to be an overview of Network Operating Systems. This course introduces and covers how to use the Linux Operating System and introduces you to the K Desktop Environment (KDE) and GNU Network Object Model (GNOME). An overview of the Windows 2000 Network Operating System is provided as well. The course covers concepts in TCP/IP processes and network administration. The student will learn the configuration of network services, including basic network security and troubleshooting.

 

CSC76 - HOME COMPUTER SECURITY

Protect your home computer system against both external and internal risks. Learn what the terms and jargon associated with networks and Internet access mean. Find out what products and features you can choose and/or install to maximize your protection from losing data and functionality.

 

CSC105 - UNIX OPERATING SYSTEM I

This is an introduction to the UNIX operating system. Many computers on the Internet and at universities are UNIX based machines. Section 0263 is a SHORT-TERM, LATE-START hybrid class, 8/30/07 - 10/18/07. Instruction is delivered online, plus there are weekly ON-GROUND meetings.

 

For additional information regarding the certificate of achievement, contact Professor Warren Unck at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Written by: Editor

Published: 31 July 2007

UKIAH – The Mendocino College Foundation's 2007 gala fundraiser, "Gala on the Green," is set for Saturday, Sept. 15, at 5 p.m., at La Ribera Vineyards.

 

This annual event helps raise funds to provide scholarships and fund various educational programs at the College. For 2007-08, the Foundation is providing $107,000 in scholarships and $70,000 for programs and equipment.

  

"The wonderful support of our communities have made Gala fundraisers so successful in recent years," states Rhonada Clausen, Gala committee chair. "Helping students attend Mendocino College is such a worthwhile cause and everyone has a very enjoyable evening at the same time."

 

This year's Gala will be held at a beautiful new outdoor location at La Ribera vineyards on Old River Road between Ukiah and Hopland. The Gala includes a martini bar, catered dinner and local wines generously donated by Mendocino and Lake county wineries that support the Foundation and the College.

John Bogner will again lead the live and silent auctions. Singer Paula Samonte will be accompanied by the 20-piece Mendocino College Jazz Band. We invite the community to join us in supporting student success here at home." 

 

The cost for this fundraising event is $75 per person and tables for eight can be reserved for $750.

Tickets are expected to be sold out again this year, so early ticket purchases are encouraged.

Tickets are available at Mendocino Book Co. in Ukiah, Leaves of Grass Bookstore in Willits by calling the Foundation office at 467-1018.

Foundation members also are selling tickets. Contact any one of the following individuals to purchase tickets: Mark DeMeulenaere, Wilda Shock, Tom Herman, Kathryn Lehner, Jim Angell, Rhonada Clausen, Channing Cornell, Kristi Barrington, John Behnke, Donna Berry, Harry Bistrin, John Bogner, Peggy Campbell-DeBolt, Leroy Chase, Jack Daniels, Tod Kong, Neelam Salmen, Toni Scully, Gary D. Smith and Tommy Thornhill.

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Written by: Editor

Published: 24 July 2007

 

 

UKIAH – Mendocino College has begun the re-roofing of seven building on the main Ukiah Campus, financed by Measure W Bond funds.

Seven roofs, totaling 135,000 square feet, are having old cement tiles removed and new standing seam metal roofs installed.

 

 

The project, which began June 11, is approximately four weeks ahead of schedule and has a target completion date of Oct. 1. Once this project is completed, there will be no more cement tiles roofs at the Ukiah campus.

 

 

"The original cement tile roofing material was projected to last 40 years. However, the first signs of failure began to appear after 10 years," states Mike Adams, director of Facilities Planning.

"Most of the roofs have lasted 15-20 years,” Adams continued. “The cement tiles absorb moisture during the rainy season and then when freezing weather follows allowing small cracks to form resulting in higher moisture absorption. Over several years the tiles start to break down from the freezing and begin to leak. None of the original roofing contractors are currently in business. The new standing seam metal roofs are expected to last 50 years, and are better suited for this climate."

 

 

The $967,476 contract for the re-roof of seven buildings include the Child Care Center, Vocational Technical building, Physical Education complex and gymnasium, Fine Arts building, Agricultural Headhouse and Potting Shed.

 

 

Voters passed Measure W, the College's $67.5 million construction bond, last November.

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