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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Summer Term 2009 Schedule

Fall Term 2009 Schedule

• Vineyard Management/Winemaking (VMW) Credit Courses
• Vineyard Management/Winemaking (VMW) Non-Credit Courses
• AgriBusiness Management Course
• Pesticide Courses
  

Registration Information

Summer Term Schedule

Pesticide Course

Private Applicator License Training
XAGR9801L (CRN 12541)
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.
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Thursday, July 16.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.  $62.
• 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.

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Fall Term Schedule

VMW Credit Courses

General Viticulture
VMW101 (CRN 32711)
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.
• 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays, September 16-November 25.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E104.
• $210 plus $24 fee.

Fall Vineyard Practices
VMW110 (CRN 30281-lecture and CRN 30282-lab, register for both).
Surveys fall vineyard management practices.  Focuses on harvest practices, harvest contracts, and ripening parameters. Compares different ripening characteristics for a variety of clones and rootstocks. Covers fall canopy management, disease problems, and weather effects on ripening.

• Four Credits.
• Al Mac Donald, instructor.
• 4-6 p.m., Mondays and 4-7 p.m., Thursdays, September 14-November 19.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E11.
• Prerequisite: VMW101 or consent of instructor, 503-584-7254.
• $280 plus $43 fee.

Wine Appreciation
VMW131 (CRN 30283)
Introduces wine appreciation. Includes grape varieties; wine types; sensory distinctions; food and wine combinations and the sensory evaluation of wines.

• Three Credits.
• Bob Sogge, instructor.
• 6-9 p.m., Tuesdays, September 29-December 8.
• One field trip TBA.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E104.
• Student must be 21+ years of age.
• $210 plus $119 fee.

Wines of the Pacific Northwest
VMW134 (CRN 36983)
Focuses on the viticultural regions of the United States Pacific Northwest and the sensory evaluation of representative wines.  Emphasizes knowledge of the winemaking history of the area.  Promotes a basic understanding of the wines of the regions.

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

Wine Production
VMW244 (CRN 33739-lecture and CRN 33740-lab, register for both).
Focuses on wine processing practices and quality control management.  Demonstrates harvest and pre-fermentation processing decisions.  Covers equipment operation, maintenance, sanitation and safety.  Examines juice analysis, additions, selection of wine microorganisms, and managing fermentations.  Presents post fermentation management practices, managing malolactic fermentation, and new wine analysis.

• Six Credits.
• Barney Watson, instructor.
• 5-7 p.m., Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m., Wednesdays, and 9 a.m-1 p.m., Saturdays, September 15-November 25.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E11.
• Prerequisites:  CH123, CH172, VMW 222 or consent of instructor, 503-584-7255.
• Students must be 21 years of age.
• $420 plus $74 fee.

Wine Marketing 1 - Brand Development
VMW271 (CRN 35708)
Focuses on establishing and managing a brand in the wine industry, with emphasis on the Oregon wine industry.  Examines multiple models and aspects of product differentiation, brand planning, public relations and media relations.

• Four Credits.
• Dixie Huey, instructor.
• Hybrid Course.
• 6-9 p.m., Mondays, September 28, November 2, and December 7.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E104.
• The remainder of the course will be online.
• Prerequisites: VMW170 and BA223 or consent of instructor.
• $280 plus $48 fee.

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VMW Non-Credit Courses

How to Evaluate Winegrape Maturity
XAGR9800A (CRN 38414)
This hands-on workshop will cover sampling and testing protocols for evaluating winegrape maturity as a tool for making harvest decisions. The morning session will include vineyard observations, cluster and berry sampling, and sample preparation. The afternoon session will include analysis procedures for soluble solids (sugars), titratable acidity, pH, and sensory evaluation and how to make adjustments to the vintage.

• Instructors: Barney Watson and Al Mac Donald, Chemeketa’s Vineyard Management/Winemaking Program and Patricia Skinkis and James Osborne, OSU Viticulture and Enology Extension.
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, September 18.
• Northwest Viticulture Center, Room E104.
• $75, includes lunch.
• Register early – space is limited!

French for Wine Enthusiasts
XVMW9800V (CRN 38449)
Surveys information about the importance of wine for cooking and dining. Covers practical French terms and phrases specific to wine appreciation. Includes technical vocabulary, greetings, pronunciation and basic grammar.

• No prior knowledge of French is necessary.
• GwenEllyn Anderson, instructor.
• 3-5 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 27-November 5.
• Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
• $62.

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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
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.
• 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 sessions:
  • Session 1     (CRN 38443)
  • 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, October 23.
  • McMinnville Health and Science Education Center, Room 101, 360 NE Norton Lane, McMinnville.
  • $74
  • Session 2     (CRN 30279)
  • 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday, December 14.
  • Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
  • $62

Worker Protection Standard
XAGR9801H
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.
• Meets the training requirement portion of the small farm exemption under OAR 437-001-0057.
• Tomàs Schwabe, instructor.
• Building 62, Room 102.
• $42.
• Register for one of the following sessions:
  • Session 1     (CRN 30277)
  • 8 a.m.-noon, Friday, November 6
  • Session 2     (CRN 39598)
  • 8 a.m.-noon, Friday, December 4

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:
  • Session 1     (CRN 39748)
  • 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, November 14.
  • Chemeketa Woodburn Campus, Room 200, 120 E. Lincoln Street, Woodburn.
  • $42
  • Session 2     (CRN 39750)
  • 6-8 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, November 17 and 19.
  • Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
  • $42
  • Session 3     (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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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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