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Indonesia is unique with over 17,000 islands and 300–500 ethnic groups. In this course you will learn about the Indonesian culture and education and basic communication using the national language, “Bahasa Indonesia”.

Entry Requirements

None

Student Instructions

Please bring an Index book for vocabularies personal dictionary, A4 paper for exercises, blank book for personal note taking, plastic sleeve folder for filing resources, pencil or pen.

Topics

– introduction and history about country Indonesia-Culture and Language – understand briefly all Indonesian regions – their cultures – way of their speaking – using dialect to connect – Indonesian mind thinking etc – understand to use a key to start speaking Bahasa Indonesia using basic grammar – basic words and how easy to memorize etc – reading – writing – dictation hearing practice to questions and answers to how easy to memorizing to all using basic words etc – formal informal simple and easy to learn and understanding most of all interesting in Indonesian culture and language “ Bahasa Indonesia” – Homework for daily exercise – most of all subjects anything about Indonesia and very interesting for the beginners – tourists – at the end of the class with compliments Indonesian artefacts on display

Career prospects

Hospitality, exchange students, flight attendant, pilots, work experience overseas.

Delivery Style

Pathways

Bahasa Indonesian level 2

OUTCOME

Gain communication skills of Indonesian cultural and education in general study.

A student quote . . . I really enjoyed the teacher's enthusiasm and knowledge of Indonesian culture and language – L Friend

A student quote . . . Vera was extremely knowledgable and created a stimulating learning environment for us. She was always patient, friendly and kind. – B Marshall

Inside every person there is at least one great book waiting to be liberated – maybe the next best selling thriller, a factual book about some subject you’re passionate about or a biography of someone you admire. The surest way to liberate these ideas and turn them into reality is to take the advice of a successful writer who is trained to share their skills with you, like internationally acclaimed author and qualified trainer Richard Davis, presenting one of his popular Creative Writing Workshop.

Entry Requirements

None

Student Instructions

Paper and pencils

Topics

This two-day program will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to get started on your writing career. Day One covers the creative processes – how to unlock your imagination, how to develop plots, characters and settings, how to carry out research, how to write simple expressive language and how to edit and polish your writing. Day Two offers practical advice on how to get your writing published – how to present manuscripts, how to deal with agents, editors, publishers etc. and how to celebrate your success.

Career Prospects

Not applicable

Delivery Style

• In 6 units spread over two consecutive days.
• Includes numerous practical, fun exercises in which participants practice their newly acquired skills, including creating short pieces of original writing.
• Presented in a relaxed, supportive, ‘workshop’ environment

Outcomes

Participants will exit the course with the basic skills necessary to embark on creative writing as a hobby or career, a personal plan for their creative writing and the motivation to make a start.

A student quote . . . I enjoyed interacting with other budding authors. Learning fundamentals from a professional and knowing the format etc to pursue – M Bos

A student quote . . . Richard created a relaxed atmosphere while implanting and incredible amount of knowledge – C Taylor

Online publishing is fast becoming the norm. The recent emergence of smartphones and tablet computers has hastened the demand for access to electronic books. Gold Coast Libraries, offers e-books as part of its service and indeed, at the new Gold Coast TAFE Coomera Campus, the entire library is electronic. Whether you are a writer or a reader of books, you need to understand and be able to use this exciting new medium.

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites for this course. It is assumed that participants will be familiar with MS Word; some contact with iWorks (Mac) or Adobe InDesign CS5 would be an advantage though not essential.

Student Instructions

“Students who are able to bring their own laptop will have an advantage; others will use the TAFE computers.”

Topics

• Working with eBooks

Common characteristics of all eBooks; the difference between static and dynamic eBooks; an explanation of the various formats including proprietary formats; how to access and read eBooks

• Creating an e-book

Turning your manuscript into a format suitable for publication as an eBook; converting a document into an eBook format; software that provides layout in an eBook format; cover pages, section pages, content and other special pages; online document conversion

• Tips and tricks you need to know

Creating a Word document that can easily be converted to eBook format; body and heading fonts, positioning of graphics, tables and charts; creating documents for portable devices such as smartphones and tablets

• Publishing your eBook

Self-publishing vs. online bookstores; getting your eBook ready for publication; choosing genre, providing vendor details; Australian National Library and ISBN cataloguing.

Goals

This is a practical course, designed primarily for writers and trainers who may be interested in publishing their material electronically as well as those who want to be able to access, read and purchase electronic books.
This course is offered by an experienced writer and editor who is also a qualified trainer and one who uses both PCs and Macs and is familiar with both systems.
Through instruction as well as guided exercises you will learn

• to access free electronic reading material through libraries and online bookstores
• the considerations you need to bear in mind when developing an eBook
• the emerging standards for electronic books including eBooks for smartphones and for tablets
• to choose a publication format that is right for you
• how to turn your manuscript into an electronic book (you will be able to do this as a practical exercise during class)
• the ePub and iPub formats and where they are used
• software for converting your document into an ePub file
• dealing with cover pages, graphics and special features
• eBook management software and conversion to proprietary formats
• how to proofread your electronic book
• options for publication.

On completion of this course, participants will be able to read and produce their own electronic books and understand their publication options.

Delivery Style

This course is presented over two three-hour learning sessions that provide opportunities for face-to-face mentoring by a qualified Australian trainer.
Course materials consist of

• Detailed course reference manual with guided activities and discussion for each session
• On screen presentation
• An eBook template for use in class

The student will be able to understand and use simple Italian sentences, introduce themselves, give personal information, basic socialising, make simple enquiries about restaurant & hotel reservation, departures/arrivals, time, numbers, street directions, car hire etc. No prior knowledge required.

Entry Requirements

none

Student Instructions

Students are required to purchase the book Buongiorno Italia! by Joseph Cremona BBC ACTIVE. Books can be ordered at the Student Bookshop (Ashmore campus at TAFE ph 55818411) – however delivery could take up to 3 weeks. OR www.bookdepository.com .
Pen and writing paper. Italian Dictionary optional

Topics

Social greetings, introductions, restaurant, shopping and price enquiries, talk about family and age, counting, days, months, seasons, arrivals and departures, telling and asking time, street directions, enquiries for bus stops, general enquiries, bookings, hotel reservations, renting a house, hiring a car, asking for petrol, public transport and basic grammar.

Career Prospects

Work experience overseas, exchange students, hospitality or a company needing a basic Italian language skill.

Delivery Style

The text book Buongiorno Italia! by Joseph Cremona BBC ACTIVE will be used for this Italian Level 2 course. NB: The book cost is NOT included in the enrolment fee.
Students will participate in role play, activities and basic conversation, some short educational videos about Italy may be used. The teacher is a native Italian tutor.

Outcomes

On completion of the 10 week course the student will have a basic level of knowledge of the language, culture and geography of Italy.

A student quote . . . I really enjoyed Martina's enthusiasm and clear explanations. The fact we simply did not follow the book page by page, but used it for essential learning points, while having other fun activities. The fact we practice each key point through doalogues / speaking exercises. Her great mood, patience and positive attitude were truely appreciated – M Sella

Air tickets are cheaper so it is a great chance to go to Japan! This course is designed by Junko for absolute beginners who want to learn necessary travel phrases, how to pronounce place names, order meals, shop and how to get around. Full of fun activities that focus on speaking and listening skills. By the end of course you are ready to pack your bag!

Entry requirements

none, this is for absolute beginners.

Student instructions

Bring a blue or black pen, pencil and writing paper.

Topics

Japanese basic pronouciation, romanised Japanese (romaji-this helps to read Japanese place names). Necessary phrases for travel, daily greetings and expressions, introducing yourself, asking the time and and business hours, asking directions, ordering food, buying souvenirs.

Delivery style

In a practical method with students participating in role play, games and activities which makes the learning process fun and easy. The facilitator is a native Japanese person.

Career opportunities

Opportunities in hospitality, tourism, homestays, pilots, flight attendants,work experience overseas.

Outcomes

At the end of the 10 weeks you will be ready to travel and be able to read romanised Japanese names and place names, greet Japanese people, introduce yourself, asking the time and business hours, asking directions, ordering meals and shopping.

Know a little Japanese but want to learn more? This course follows Travelling Japanese (level 1) and focuses on speaking and listening practice using fun activities. At the end of the course you can meet with Japanese friends and talk about your daily activities.

Entry Requirements

Level 2: Students must know how to read and write Roma-ji and have about 20 hours prior study in Japanese. If you would like to know your level please contact the teacher.

Student Instructions

Bring a blue or black pen, pencil and writing paper. Students are required to have the book JAPANESE FOR BUSY PEOPLE I – Romanised version, ISBN 4–7700–3008–8. (Version 3) – The book is required from lesson 2.
Options for purchase are:
Amazon.com
Symons Educational Supplies – plse phone for availability 5531 3633
Ebay

Topics

Telling and asking daily schedules ( present and future tense including where, when, with whom, by what means), telling and asking what you or others have done ( past tense), asking location, telling and asking directions, visiting Japanese homes and welcoming Japanese to your home.

Career Prospects

Opportunities in hospitality, tourism, homestays, pilots, flight attendants, work experience overseas

Delivery Style

In a practical manner with students participating in role play, games and activities which makes the learning process fun and easy.
The text book “JAPANESE FOR BUSY PEOPLE I” will be used for this course. The facilitator is a native Japanese tutor. The book cost is not included in the enrolment fee.

Outcomes

At the end of the 10 weeks you will be able to speak about daily schedules, speak about what you have done in the past, ask for directions, visit Japanese homes and welcome Japanese friends to your home.

Know a little Japanese but want to learn more? This course follows Japanese (level 2 and focuses on speaking and listening practice using fun activities. At the end of the course you will be able to invite Japanese friends to meet socially and communicate easily.

Entry Requirements

Level 3: Students must know how to read and write Roma-ji and have about 40 hours prior study in Japanese. If you would like to know your level please contact the teacher.

Student Instructions

Bring a blue or black pen, pencil and writing paper. Students are required to have the book JAPANESE FOR BUSY PEOPLE I – Romanised version, ISBN 4–7700–3008–8. (Version 3) – The book is required from lesson 3.
Options for purchase are:
Amazon.com
Symons Educational Supplies – please phone for availability 5531 3633
Ebay

Topics

Cultural – Visiting Japanese friends home and greet them. Understanding about Japanese manner and phases. Using Japanese nice manner over dinner or cup of tea.
Language – Learn about verbally expressing feelings and opinions

Career Prospects

Opportunities in hospitality, tourism, homestays, pilots, flight attendants, work experience overseas

Delivery Style

In a practical manner with students participating in role play, games and activities which make the learning process fun and easy.
The text book “JAPANESE FOR BUSY PEOPLE I” will be used for this course. The facilitator is a native Japanese tutor. The book cost is not included in the enrolment fee.

Outcomes

At the end of the 10 weeks you will be able to visit a Japanese home and speak to Japanese friends on social topics and be able to express feelings, talking about activities to do or have done. Comfortable at light conversation over tea.

This introductory course will teach you basic spoken Chinese including common expressions and greetings and farewells. The student can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.

Entry Requirements

none

Student Instructions

Bring a pen and notebook. Chinese/English dictionary optional

Topics

Inntroduce themselves, give personal information, basic socialising, make simple enquiries about restaurant and hotel reservations, departure/arrivals,time/day/month, numbers, chinese money, street directions, take taxi. Basic Grammar

Career Prospects

Exchange students, work experience, hospitality or a company needing a basic mandarin language.

Delivery Style

Getting started in Mandarin Chinese
Role Play, activities and basic conversations. Some education videos about China may be used. The teacher is a native Mandarin Tutor.

Outcomes

On completion of the 10 week course the students will have a basic level of knowledge of the language, culture and geography of China.

Participants will exit this program with knowledge of all the basic elements in Business Writing and will be ready to practice their newly acquired skills in their workplace.

Entry Requirements

None

Student Instructions

Paper and pen/pencil

Topics

Choosing the right medium, planning documents and writing effective, persuasive and impactful business letters, memos, emails, marketing scripts, website text and reports

Career Prospects

Written communication skills are highly prized and sought after by employers.
Anyone seeking employment or advancement in any business or administration field would benefit from this program.

Delivery Style

3×3 hour sessions in a relaxed, inclusive style with a high level of participant input.

Outcomes

Participants will exit the program with knowledge of all the basic elements in Business Writing and will be ready to practice their newly acquired skills in their workplace.

This Course is designed to help beginners to reach the intermediate level. Grammar based classes combined with extensive practice in speaking, listening and writing ensure that a student will start to communicate in Russian. This course is designed to develop real-life communicative skills and powers of self-expression.

Entry Requirements

No previous Russian knowledge required

Student Instructions

Pen, pencil and writing paper. Russian/English dictionary preferable.

Topics

• Grammar: Alphabet; syllables; numbers 1–10
• Introducing yourself and others.
• Gender of Nouns; personal pronouns, to be present tense;
• Professions; names
• Asking whose? ; adjective
• Age, Family, at the airport
• Location; verb, verb infinitive;
• Colours; clothes; numbers 200–1000
• Asking for direction.
• Counting, days, months, seasons.
• General Shopping
• Food/ Visiting at a restaurant

Career Prospects

Tourism, hospitality, exchange students, work experience overseas.

Delivery Style

Course is facilitated by a native Russian person in motivated and fun environment.

Outcomes

On completion of the 10 week course the student will have a basic level of knowledge of the language and culture.