Unless otherwise noted, the following courses will be held at the Northwest Viticulture Center, 215 Doaks Ferry Road NW, Salem.  (Click here for directions)

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Fall 2009 Schedule

• AgriBusiness Management Course
• Pesticide Courses

Winter 2010 Schedule (Registration begins November 17, 2009)

• Vineyard Management/Winemaking Credit Courses
• Pesticide Courses

Registration Information

Fall Term Schedule

AgriBusiness Management Course

AgriBusiness Management I
XAGR9800C (CRN 30292)
The first year of a three-year program that helps full-time agribusinesses improve their financial management skills.  Focuses on developing a basic computerized set of agribusiness financial records.  A year-end financial analysis is provided that calculates cost of production for each crop or livestock enterprise and provides information for developing the most economical cropping program and for making marketing and other decisions.  During class sessions and one-on-one consultations, professional farm management specialists provide instruction and assistance in record keeping, income tax management, obtaining financing, labor regulations, and other timely topics.

• David Sunderland and Phil La Vine, instructors.
• Call 503.399.5089 or 503.589.7759 for registration information.
• 9 a.m.-noon, Tuesdays, November 24, 2009-April 13, 2010.
• Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
• $625.

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Pesticide Courses

Private Applicator License Training
XAGR9801L (CRN 30279)
Emphasizes pesticide laws and regulations.  Stresses pesticide labeling.  Includes information on application equipment, pesticide safety, pests and pest control.  Demonstrates appropriate calculations.  All in preparation for taking Oregon's Private Applicator's licensing examination.

• Bring a pencil/pen, paper, and calculator to class.
• Mike Ricks, instructor.
• Textbook available at class for $22.50.
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday, December 14.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $62
• Exam offered 4:30-7:30 p.m.
• Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam). Bring photo ID and SS# to exam.

Worker Protection Standard
XAGR9801H (CRN 39598)
Presents specific information related to EPA’s Worker Protection Standard (WPS) and its implementation in Oregon. Covers the elements of this regulation in addition to other related state and federal regulations regarding pesticide worker safety.

Fulfills the core training requirements to renew an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicator’s License or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant.

• Fulfills the core training requirements to renew an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicator’s License or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant.
• Meets the training requirement portion of the small farm exemption under OAR 437-001-0057.
• Tomàs Schwabe, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-noon, Friday, December 4
• Building 62, Room 102.
• $42

Private Applicator Core Education
XBA9502T
Covers the EPA Worker Protection Standard and its implementation in Oregon. Presents USDA Private Applicator record keeping. Includes pesticide label interpretation.

• Fulfills the core training requirement to renew an Oregon private pesticide applicator’s license or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon pesticide applicator or consultant.
• Janet Fults, instructor.
• Register for one of the following sessions:
  • (CRN 39748)
  • 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, November 14.
  • Chemeketa Woodburn Campus, Room 200, 120 E. Lincoln Street, Woodburn.
  • $42
  • (CRN 39750)
  • 6-8 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, November 17 and 19.
  • Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
  • $42
  • (CRN 39749)
  • 8 a.m.-noon, Saturday, November 21.
  • McMinnville Health and Science Education Center, Room 101, 360 NE Norton Lane, McMinnville.
  • $54

Label Comprehension
XAGR9801E (CRN 33319)
Presents a comprehensive analysis of information contained within a pesticide product label. Covers the types of product registrations processed by the U.S. Environmental Protection and state agencies.  Reviews product label information required by Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, Rodenticide Act.  Includes interpretation of manufacturer supplied information related to the label.

• Fulfills the core training requirements to renew an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicator’s License or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant.
• Approved by the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board for four CEH.
• Laurie Gordon, instructor.
• 8 a.m.–noon, Saturday, December 5.
• Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 102.
• $42.

Respiratory Protection for Agriculture Operations
XAGR9804K (38535)
Specific information related to respiratory protection for agricultural operations in Oregon and necessary elements such as hazard recognition, respiratory selection and care and maintenance of respirators will be presented. Oregon OSHA’s Respiratory Protection Standard for Agriculture will be covered.

• Fulfills the core training requirements to renew an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicator’s License or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant. 
• Stan Thomas, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-noon, Tuesday, December 1.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $42.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Basics
XAGR9804L (CRN 38452)
This course presents information on the main elements of IPM and surveys the pest management approaches and methods that can be employed as part of an IPM system.  Discusses the economic and environmental benefits of IPM and cover examples of a variety of IPM plans.

• Six hours pesticide recertification credits available.
• This course has been approved by the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board for six CEH.
• David Spink, instructor.
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, December 5.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $62.

Pesticide Applicator Training in Spanish
XAGR9804E (CRN 37164)
Emphasizes pesticide laws and regulations.  Stresses pesticide labeling.  Demonstrates appropriate calculations. Includes information on pesticide exposure risk, personal protective equipment, safe pesticide handling procedures, application equipment calibration and maintenance, accident prevention, and pesticide spill management. Covers signs and symptoms of pesticide poisoning and first aid procedures. 

• Eight hours recertification credit available, including “core” or “other” credits.
• Juan Pablo Valot, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, December 5.
• Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
• $89, includes textbook.
• Exam offered 5:30-8:30 p.m.
• Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).
• Call 503.399.5139 or 503.589.7946 before December 3 to register.
• No refunds after December 3.
• Bring a pencil/pen, paper, and calculator to class.

Curso para Aplicadores de Pesticidas
XAGR9804E (CRN 37164)
El curso se enfoca en las leyes y regulaciones de los pesticidas. Se enfatiza el estudio de la etiqueta de pesticidas y se demuestra los cálculos apropiados de los mismos. La clase también incluye información sobre: el riesgo a la exposición de plaguicidas, equipo personal de protección (PPE), procedimientos para un manejo seguro de pesticidas, equipos de aplicación, calibración y mantenimiento, prevención de accidentes y el manejo correcto de derrames. También se discuten los signos y síntomas de envenenamiento por pesticidas y primeros auxilios.

• Ocho horas de créditos para la recertificación están disponibles, incluyendo cuatro “créditos core” y cuatro de otro tipos de créditos.
• Sábado, el 5 de deciembre, de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.
• Instructor: Juan Pablo Valot
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Edificio 61, Aula 102.
• $89, incluye libro de texto.
• Se ofrecerá examen de 5:30 a 8:30 p.m.
• Interesados pueden llamar al (503) 589-7946 o al (503) 399-5139, para más información y para registrarse.
• Traer papel, calculadora y lápiz o bolígrafo.

Calibration for Accuracy of Pesticide Application
XAGR9801K (CRN 30287)
Emphasizes the importance of accurate calibration and identifies types of application equipment and their components.  Presents calibration principles and reviews appropriate calculations.

• Fulfills core training requirements to renew an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicator’s License or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant.
• Mike Ricks, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-noon, Tuesday, December 15.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $42.

Weed Identification and Management
XAGR9801F
Introduces weed plants.  Explores herbicide chemistry.  Covers herbicide selection. 

• Four hours pesticide recertification credit available.
• Mike Ricks, instructor.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $42.
• Register for one of the following sessions:
  • Session 1     (CRN 36656)
  • 8 a.m.-noon, Wednesday, December 16
  • Session 2     (CRN 35423)
  • 1-5 p.m., Wednesday, December 16

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Winter 2010 Schedule

Registration begins November 17, 2009.
Term runs from January 4 through March 19.

Vineyard Management/Winemaking Credit Courses

General Viticulture
VMW101 (CRN 51097)
Introduces grape growing. Covers botany, fruiting and rootstock cultivars; anatomy and physiology; history and distribution of grapes; vine classification; world growing areas, including latitude, climate and soils; and common diseases and pests.

• Three credits.
• Al Mac Donald, instructor.
• Online class.
• $280 plus $74 fee.
• Once registered go to online.chemeketa.edu to get started.

Spanish in the Vineyard
VMW105 (57159)
Practical Spanish terms and phrases specific to viticulture work will be covered, including pronunciation, technical vocabulary, greetings, and basic grammar.  Also covers cultural information about Spanish speaking people. 

• No prior knowledge of Spanish is necessary.
• Three credits.
• Juan Pablo Valot, instructor.
• 6-9 p.m., Mondays.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E104.
• $210 plus $24 fee.

Winter Vineyard Practices
VMW111 (CRN 51413-lecture and CRN 51415-lab, register for both).
Surveys winter vineyard management practices. Covers training, pruning, propagation, bench grafting, and simple trellis designs.

• Four credits.
• Mark Chien, instructor.
• 6-8 p.m., Thursdays, and 9 a.m.-noon, Saturdays.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E11.
• Prerequisite: VMW101 or consent of instructor, 503.584.7254.
• $280 plus $78 fee.

Vine Physiology
VMW261 (CRN 51440)
Introduces the anatomy, physiology and growth habits of grapevines.  Covers plant processes responsible for patterns of growth, yield, and fruit quality in wine grapes in the context of common viticultural practices.

• Four credits.
• Alan Campbell, instructor.
• Online class.
• $280 plus $82 fee.
• Once registered go to online.chemeketa.edu to get started.

Wine Industry Exploration
VMW102 (CRN 60051)
Examines various segments of the wine industry and how they function as a whole. Explores the different business models in the Oregon wine industry and introduces students to business owners.

• Three credits.
• Patricia Lundeen, instructor.
• Hybrid course.
• Includes 12 web-based interviews with people working in the wine industry in addition to four Saturday site-visits, 9 a.m.-2:15 p.m., January 23, February 6 and 20, and March 6.
• Transportation provided for the field trips.
• Meets in the classroom 6-8 p.m., Wednesdays, January 6 and March 17, Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E11.
• $210 plus $55 fee.

Introduction to Winemaking
VMW122  (CRN 53874)
Surveys the history of wine, wine grape varieties, and world wine regions. Covers the annual cycle of vine growth and berry ripening; wine grape processing practices; and fermentation of wines. Examines the winemaking practices used for white, red, sparkling, and dessert wines. Introduces the application of sensory science to wine quality evaluation. Reviews wine and health issues.

• Three credits.
• Barney Watson, instructor.
• 6-9 p.m., Thursdays.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E105 (new building).
• $210 plus $24 fee.

Wines of the World
VMW132 (CRN 51450)
Introduces wines and the wine producing regions of the world. Focuses on viticultural practices and winemaking styles.  Covers the influence of wine on literature, history, the economy and religion.

• Three credits.
• Bob Sogge, instructor.
• 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E104.
• Prerequisites: VMW131 or consent of instructor, 503.399.5139.
• Student must be 21 years of age.
• $210 plus $119 fee.

Sensory Evaluation of Wine Varietals
VMW232 (CRN 53435)
Reviews sensory evaluation procedures. Focuses on wine varietal evaluation through sensory methods.  Covers major worldwide wine varietals, distinguishing wine styles and blending wines.  Identifies wine defects.

• Three credits.
• Patrick McElligott, instructor.
• 6:30-9:30 p.m., Thursdays.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E104.
• Prerequisite: VMW131 or consent of instructor, 503.399.5139.
• Student must be 21 years of age.
• $210 plus $119 fee. 

Wine Clarification and Stabilization
VMW245 (CRN 53875-lecture and CRN 53876-lab, register for both)
Focuses on wine processing practices and quality control management. Covers physical, chemical, and microbial stabilization of new wines. Includes tartrates, proteins, oxidation, reduction, color and phenols, microbial stability, use of fining agents, and causes and corrections of wine defects.

• Four credits.
• Barney Watson, instructor.
• 5-7 p.m., Tuesdays and 5-8 p.m., Wednesdays.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E105 (new building).
• Prerequisites: CH123, CH172, VMW244 or consent of instructor, 503.584.7255.
• Student must be 21 years of age.
• $280 plus $58 fee.

Winery Processing, Planning, and Design
VMW254 (58549)
Focuses on winemaking systems, winery operations, utilities and equipment. Covers process technologies and systems used in wineries, winery design and layout.  Stresses regulatory issues in planning and operating a winery and workplace safety.

• Three credits.
• Mark Chien, instructor.
• 1-4 p.m., Mondays.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E105 (new building).
• $210 plus $24 fee.

Wine Marketing 2 – Understanding the Wine Market Place
VMW272 (CRN 58550)
Stresses the channels of wine distribution, focusing on the three-tier system.  Covers technological tools to target the market.  Emphasizes effective sales presentations and techniques.  Reviews the political and legal aspects of the wine market place.

• Four credits.
• Dixie Huey, instructor.
• Hybrid course.
• Meets in the classroom Mondays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., January 4, February 8, and March 15.  Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E11.
• The remainder of the course is online.
• Prerequisites: BA223 and VMW170 or consent of instructor, 503.399.5139.
• $280 plus $48 fee.

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Pesticide Courses

Pesticide Applicator Training in Spanish
XAGR9804E (CRN 57102)
Emphasizes pesticide laws and regulations.  Pesticide labeling is stressed and appropriate calculations are demonstrated.  Includes information on pesticide exposure risk, personal protective equipment, safe pesticide handling procedures, application equipment, calibration and maintenance, accident prevention, and pesticide spill management. Signs and symptoms of pesticide poisoning and first aid procedures are covered.

• Eight hours recertification credit available, including “core” or “other” credits.
• Juan Pablo Valot, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, January 23.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 102.
• $89, includes textbook.
• Call 503.399.5139 or 503.589.7946 by January 21 for registration information.
• Bring a pencil/pen, paper, and calculator to class.
• Exam offered 5:30-8:30 p.m.  Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam location.

Este curso se enfoca en las leyes y regulaciones de los pesticidas. Se enfatiza el estudio de la etiqueta de pesticidas y se demuestra los cálculos apropiados de los mismos. La clase también incluye información sobre: el riesgo a la exposición de plaguicidas, equipo personal de protección (PPE), procedimientos para un manejo seguro de pesticidas, equipos de aplicación, calibración y mantenimiento, prevención de accidentes y el manejo correcto de derrames. También se discuten los signos y síntomas de envenenamiento por pesticidas y primeros auxilios.

• La clase es equivalente a ocho horas de créditos y están disponibles para la recertificación, incluyendo cuatro créditos requeridos (“core”) y cuatro créditos de otro tipo.
• Sábado, 23 de enero, de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.
• Instructor: Juan Pablo Valot
• Chemeketa Community College, Salem Campus, Edificio 62, Aula 102.
• $89, incluye libro de texto.
• Interesados pueden llamar al (503) 589-7946 o al (503) 399-5139, a partir del 21 de enero, para más información y para registrarse.
• Traer papel, calculadora y lápiz o bolígrafo.
• Se ofrecerá el examen de 5:30 a 8:30 p.m., el costo del examen es de $20 (pago en efectivo o por cheque dirigido a Chemeketa Community College al momento del examen).
• Traer identificación y número de seguro social al lugar del examen.

Pesticide Right-of-Way Training
XAGR9801P (CRN 51458)
This is a review session designed to present information about weed biology, identification and control practices; herbicide basics; pesticide application; right-of-way chemicals; and laws and liability in preparation for taking Oregon's Right-of-Way and Regulatory Weed Control licensing exams.

• No recertification credit will be available.
• Laurie Gordon, instructor.
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, February 16 and 18.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $179.
• Call 503.399.5139 or 503.589.7946 by February 2 to register and receive advance study material.
• No refunds after February 2.
• Bring a pencil, paper, calculator, and materials we send to class.
• Exam offered 4:30-7:30 p.m., February 18.  Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam location.
• Prerequisite: Pesticide Laws and Safety and Trainee Review or passing score on Laws and Safety exam within the last two years.

Worker Protection Standard
XAGR9801H (CRN 51422)
Meets the training requirement portion of the small farm exemption under OAR 437-001-0057.  Presents specific information related to EPA’s Worker Protection Standard (WPS) and its implementation in Oregon.  Covers the elements of this regulation in addition to other related state and federal regulations regarding pesticide worker safety.

• Four hours recertification credit available, including “core” or “other” credits.
• Tomàs Schwabe, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-noon, Friday, February 26.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
• $42.

Private Applicator License Training
XAGR9801L
Emphasizes pesticide laws and regulations.  Stresses pesticide labeling.  Includes information on application equipment, pesticide safety, pests and pest control.  Demonstrates appropriate calculations.  All in preparation for taking Oregon's Private Applicator's Licensing examination.

• Mike Ricks, instructor.
• Textbook available at class for $22.50.
• Exam offered 4:30-7:30 p.m. Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam.
• Register for one of the following three sessions.
  
  • (CRN 51486)
  • 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, January 15.
  • Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
  • $62.
  • (CRN 57165)
  • 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, February 19.
  • McMinnville Health Science Education Center, Room 100.
  • $74.
  • (CRN 53287)
  • 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday, March 2.
  • Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
  • $62.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Students can register on the web at http://my.chemeketa.edu/ and have 10 working days after registration to make financial arrangements for payment of their tuition or they will be charged a $25 fee.  Additional $25 late fees will be applied for accounts 30 days or more over due at the 6th  and 10th weeks of each term.  Maximum late fees of $75 per term will be charged.   Courses will not be dropped for non-payment of classes. 

If you have not attended a class at Chemeketa within the last year, you will not be able to use either of the automated systems to register. Instead:

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