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Academic Non-Credit   

Academic Non-Credit is a new program at Red Rocks Community College that allows non-credit learners to sit in existing college classes. The courses listed below are all courses available to you to register for and participate in. The cost of the course includes tuition and any relevant course fees required as they relate to exam fees, license fees, consumable material costs, or any other item required for full participation in the class. 

 
  • Fine Woodworking - Sculpted Rocking Chair - Completion
  • Fee: $925.00
    Item Number: R820258ARTS2075001
    Dates: 1/23/2026 - 5/1/2026
    Times: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 15
    Building: RRCC Lakewood Campus
    Room:
    Instructor: Eric Cravens

    PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS THE SECOND CLASS OF A TWO-SEMESTER COURSE.

    Second Semester Overview:
    The second semester emphasizes final construction and finishing techniques. Students will shape and attach the arms, complete spindle making and installation, install the crest rail and blend it into the legs, and attach the rockers, shaping them to flow seamlessly into the legs. The course concludes with surface preparation for applying a traditional hand-rubbed finish.

    NOTE: This course is offered as "Academic Non-Credit". Click this link to learn more about the Academic Non-Credit Program: Academic Non-Credit

 
 

  • Introduction to Fine Woodworking
  • Fee: $1,199.00
    Item Number: R820268ARTS1012002
    Dates: 1/20/2026 - 5/12/2026
    Times: 4:45 PM - 10:00 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 17
    Building: RRCC Lakewood Campus
    Room: Fine Woodworking Lab - Room 2829
    Instructor: Eric Cravens

    Provides an introduction to woodworking based on traditional woodworking techniques and modern machinery practices to develop understanding of basic woodworking concepts and procedures. The course includes in-depth instruction of hand, power, and stationary tools. The course presents thorough instruction on the elements of design, shop drawings, and wood science.

    NOTE: This course is offered as "Academic Non-Credit". Click this link to learn more about the Academic Non-Credit Program: Academic Non-Credit

 
 

  • Introduction to Fine Woodworking | 1/22/2026 | Jeremy Cox | In-Person
  • Cost: $1,199.00
    Dates: 1/22/2026 - 5/7/2026
    Times: 10:00 AM - 3:15 PM
    CEUs: 9
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 16
    Seats: 3
    Building: RRCC Lakewood Campus
    Room: Fine Woodworking Lab - Room 2829
    Instructor: Jeremy Cox

    Provides an introduction to woodworking based on traditional woodworking techniques and modern machinery practices to develop understanding of basic woodworking concepts and procedures. The course includes in-depth instruction of hand, power, and stationary tools. The course presents thorough instruction on the elements of design, shop drawings, and wood science.
 

  • Introduction to Fine Woodworking | 1/25/2026 | Sean Gillespi | In-Person
  • Cost: $1,199.00
    Dates: 1/25/2026 - 5/10/2026
    Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    CEUs: 9
    Days: Su
    Sessions: 16
    Seats: 3
    Building: RRCC Lakewood Campus
    Room: Fine Woodworking Lab - Room 2829
    Instructor: Sean Gillespi

    Provides an introduction to woodworking based on traditional woodworking techniques and modern machinery practices to develop understanding of basic woodworking concepts and procedures. The course includes in-depth instruction of hand, power, and stationary tools. The course presents thorough instruction on the elements of design, shop drawings, and wood science.
 

  • Introduction to Fine Woodworking | 1/26/2026 | Jeremy Cox | In-Person
  • Cost: $1,199.00
    Dates: 1/26/2026 - 5/11/2026
    Times: 4:45 PM - 10:00 PM
    CEUs: 9
    Days: M
    Sessions: 16
    Seats: 3
    Building: RRCC Lakewood Campus
    Room: Fine Woodworking Lab - Room 2829
    Instructor: Jeremy Cox

    Provides an introduction to woodworking based on traditional woodworking techniques and modern machinery practices to develop understanding of basic woodworking concepts and procedures. The course includes in-depth instruction of hand, power, and stationary tools. The course presents thorough instruction on the elements of design, shop drawings, and wood science.
 

  • Mural Painting | 2/13/2026 | Katie Gabriel-Ramos | In-Person
  • Cost: $250.00
    Dates: 2/13/2026 - 3/27/2026
    Times: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    CEUs: 3
    Days: F
    Sessions: 7
    Seats: 10
    Building: Elks Lodge Arvada
    Room:
    Instructor: Katie Gabriel-Ramos

    This hands-on introductory course guides students through the full process of mural creation from concept to completion. Learn how to plan a mural, scale artwork for large surfaces, apply color theory specific to public art, and execute brushwork on a grand scale. Students will develop sketches, pitch design concepts, and collaboratively bring a large wall mural to life at the Elks Lodge Arvada. No experience required.

    The Elks Lodge Arvada proudly supports student enrollment for this course with 10, $200 scholarships (Promo ELKS2278)

    Register now to transform a blank wall into a collaborative masterpiece!
 

 

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