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Electrical for Manufacturing

$1,000

with Eugene Archambault

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 28, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks

Upon completing this course students will be able to explain the functions of basic electrical components found in the manufacturing environment. Students will also be able to build circuits from schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions. Students will be able to assess circuits using basic electrical measuring equipment to test circuit function, record data, and locate circuit failures. Students will also be able to define Ohm’s Law and circuit theory. Prerequisite: None

Soups, Stocks & Sauces

$177

with Jerome Picca

Calendar Next session starts Oct 1, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Using many basic knife and utensil skills, students will learn the basics of preparing deeply flavored stocks. Well prepared stocks will be used to create a variety of flavorful soups and sauces in this class. The techniques for creating sauces thickened with various methods are taught in this class, such as the creation and use of roux, starch-based thickeners, & beurre monte and how to thicken with sea plants for highly nutrious alternatives to traditional thickeners. 

Requirements- students are required to wear proper footwear- closed toe and closed heel shoes with slip resistant soles.

Bring containers and a bag so you can easily take home dishes you prepare.

Students should expect to be working in a professional kitchen under the instruction of our highly experienced Chef Instructor, using tools, knives, ovens, stoves, and specialized equipment.

GBCC provides: knives, cutting boards, towels, apron, kitchen supplies, and ingredients

Full Course

Intro to Excel-In Person

$257

with Del Record

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 6, 2026 at 9 am

For the new spreadsheet user.  Learn statistical analysis skills and create formulas and functions. Explore spreadsheet formatting, printing and charting.

For course outline: Introduction to Excel Objectives

Computers Provided

Easy Hors d'oeuvres, Appetizers & Display Boards

$177

with Jerome Picca

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 8, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Canapés, finger foods, charcuterie, garnish techniques, and table displays are all explained and created by students in this class. Students can use the skills learned in this class to create a wide variety of tasty tapas & small plates for small gatherings, cocktail parties, special events, or simply impress family & friends.

Requirements- students are required to wear proper footwear- closed toe and closed heel shoes with slip resistant soles.

Bring containers and a bag so you can easily take home dishes you prepare.

GBCC provides: knives, cutting boards, towels, apron, kitchen supplies, and ingredients

Students should expect to be working in a professional kitchen under the instruction of our highly experienced Chef Instructor, using tools, knives, ovens, stoves, and specialized equipment.

 

Intermediate Excel-In Person

$257

with Del Record

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 13, 2026 at 9 am

For the casual spreadsheet user.  Create charts and graphical representation of numeric data for visual communication.  Use list-management skills to organize data including filters, sort and sub-totals.

For more information: Intermediate Course Objectives

Computers provided

NCBM110 Industrial Print Reading

$650

with Dave Bean

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 13, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

This course provides students with an introduction to blueprint reading. Students will learn to accurately interpret mechanical drawings, including tolerances, welding symbology, orthographic and isometric views.

Students will need to purchase the following book:

Machine Trades Print Reading, 7th Edition (Print) By: Michael A. Barsamian and Richard A. Gizelbach Copyright: 2022 Subject: Print Reading

ISBN: 978-1-64564-656-3

GW Publishers

It can be found at our bookstore which is located at NHTI in Concord

Poultry and Egg Based Sauces

$177

with Jerome Picca

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 15, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Learn how to properly break down whole chicken & other poultry, prepare various egg dishes, and create poultry-based entrees. Dishes will be finished with egg based sauces such as hollandaise, bearnaise, cold emulsions, and sauces “al la minute”.

Requirements- students are required to wear proper footwear- closed toe and closed heel shoes with slip resistant soles.

Bring containers and a bag so you can easily take home dishes you prepare.

GBCC provides: knives, cutting boards, towels, apron, kitchen supplies, and ingredients

Students should expect to be working in a professional kitchen under the instruction of our highly experienced Chef Instructor, using tools, knives, ovens, stoves, and specialized equipment.

Python Controls and Functions

$800

with Meg Prescott

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 19, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 5 weeks

This course covers decision making structures and flow of execution in python programs. The class introduces classes, objects, inheritance, and methods. This course assumes a basic prerequisite knowledge of python fundamentals.





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