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Intro to Excel-Live via Zoom
with Del Record
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
This class is live via Zoom; Computer with microphone and speaker is a must have for the class; 2 screens enhance user experience
Coastal Spain and the Mediterranean
with Jerome Picca
Students can expect to finish this class with a better understanding, and a higher level of confidence, in their ability to create amazing dishes with a few simple steps. Shellfish, round fish, and flatfish are all used in this class. Appropriate seasonal vegetables, grains, and accompaniments are included in the lessons of this class that cover the coastal regions of Spain, Italy, and North Africa.
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-Live via Zoom
with Del Record
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
This class is live via Zoom; Computer with microphone and speaker is a must have for the class; 2 screens enhance user experience
Homemade Pasta and Pasta Dinners
with Jerome Picca
Learn how to make various pasta doughs and shapes from scratch. In this class students will make several sauces, vegetables, and completed dishes from start to finish. Students will learn how to make pasta dough from scratch, create several traditional shapes, properly cook their finished pasta shapes and serve their dishes for a wonderful easy dinner meal.
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.
Basics of Bread Making
with Jerome Picca
Students will learn the basics of yeast risen doughs, quick breads, and flatbreads. Toppings for flatbreads, along with dips, sauces, & spreads will be made from scratch.
Understanding the mechanics of leavening agents, the development of gluten, and the effects of local climate, humidity, ambient temperature, and sourcing of ingredients will be covered.
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.
Basic Life Support Training (BLS)
with Dr. Tarry Attallah
Basic Life Support (BLS) course teaches essential skills for recognizing and responding to life threatening emergencies, particularly in health care and professional settings.
Course is a 4 1/2 hour class - on one day
Book Not Included: AHA 2025 BLS Provider Student Manual (either hard copy or e-book available to purchase); ISBN: 978-1-68472-310-2:
AHA 2025 BLS Provider Manual eBook | AED Superstore
GBCC Bookstore (delivery or pick up at NHTI, Concord)
For late registrations: On the day of the class, the instructor will have copies available for purchase for $25 (cash only). If you would like to buy a book that morning, please email GreatBayBTC@ccsnh.edu in advance to let us know. Kindly plan to arrive early to complete your purchase before the class begins.
The course covers the following:
- High quality CPR for Adults, children, and infants
- Correct compression rate for 1 person and 2 person CPR
- Use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Safety precautions
- Relief of choking
- Critical skills to respond to life threatening emergencies for health care professionals
Beginning Welding
with Adam Vance
This 27-hour introductory course gives you hands-on training in four essential welding and cutting processes: Oxy/Acetylene Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG). Designed for beginners, this course covers equipment setup, safety practices, and proper technique for each process, building a solid foundation you can apply to home projects, hobby fabrication, or a future career in the trades. No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to learn and get your hands dirty. By the end of the course, you'll be able to confidently set up and operate oxy/acetylene, plasma, stick, and MIG equipment to make clean, structurally sound welds and cuts. Space is limited, so register early to reserve your spot in the shop.
Student must provide their own basic protective equipment:
- Shade 11-12 welding helmet
- Welding jacket 9 (either fire resistent or leather)
- Multipurpose welding gloves
- Shade 3-5 cutting safety glasses, ansi z-87
Proper class attire is required: safety toe high top leather work boots, heavy quality cotton work jeans and long sleeve cotton shirt.
Equipment can be purchased at Airgas Suppy:
136 Industrial Park Dr, Dover, NH 03820
Introduction to Pastry Arts
with Jerome Picca
This class offers an introduction to the wonderful world of pastry arts, just in time for the holiday baking season! In this class students will make and decorate cakes, make & fill profiteroles, assemble & glaze fresh fruit tarts, and learn the art of making a basic dessert mousse.
Requirements- students are required to wear proper footwear- closed toe and closed heel shoes with slip resistant soles.
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.