Gateway Community College-CT

The objective of the Comprehensive Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) Certificate is to educate those seeking employment in the field of automotive technology. It will prepare students for entry-level employment as Automotive Technicians. The Automotive Technician field has been in very high demand in the State, and it is growing. The intent of the program is to meet the need for technicians in the college service area. This program furthers the college’s mission to “respond to the changing academic, occupational, technological needs” by offering “a broad range of credit (technical and career) programs and courses leading to transfer, employment and lifelong learning.”

The objective of the Comprehensive Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) Degree Program is to educate those seeking employment in the field of automotive technology. It will prepare students for entry-level employment as Automotive Technicians. The Automotive Technician field has been in very high demand in the State, and it is growing! The intent of the program is to meet the growing need for technicians in the college service area. This program furthers the college’s mission to “respond to the changing academic, occupational, technological needs” by offering “a broad range of credit (technical, career, and academic) programs and courses leading to transfer, employment and lifelong learning.”

To be eligible for an Associate in Science degree in the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program, a student must successfully complete a Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) approved Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics program that is offered at FAA approved schools and have an active license. Thirty credits will be granted to individuals who have an active FAA license. An additional 32 credits of college instruction must be completed for the Associate in Science degree

This program prepares students for entry-level positions in medical coding and billing. Duties include creating electronic health records and coding accurately. Students will be able to analyze and revise patient data while maintaining the integrity and protecting the privacy of health information. Responsibilities also include performing computer tasks in electronic health records systems and other software applications. This medical office professional will be able to work in a variety of medical environments such as physician practices, hospitals, clinics, and insurance companies. Upon successful completion of this program, individuals will be eligible to take a national exam to become Certified Professional Coders through the American Academy of Professional Coders.

The Medical Administrative Assistant Certificate prepares students to work in a medical office or hospital. In addition to regular office duties, a medical administrative assistant performs specialized tasks. Emphasis is placed on medical coding and medical transcription skills. Training is provided using state-of-the-art medical office software.

The duties of a medical administrative assistant will vary among medical office environments such as hospitals, outpatient facilities, urgent or walk-in medical clinics and physician practices. In addition to regular office duties, a medical administrative assistant performs specialized tasks. These tasks include: appointment scheduling, medical record management (paper or electronic health information), billing and accounts payable services/procedures, transcribing medical procedures/treatments, medical coding and completing/processing of insurance claims. Students utilize state of the art medical office software/databases to maintain and to archive accurate patient health and financial documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations.

The Associate Degree program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography prepares students for employment as an entry-level sonographer in hospitals, clinics, private offices and other facilities where Diagnostic Medical Sonography Imaging is available. The program requires approximately twenty-four months of full-time study. The program is sequential and includes didactic and supervised clinical education for all students. Students are assigned to a variety of clinical practicums while in the program.

The Associate Degree program in Radiography prepares students for employment as entry-level radiographers in hospitals, outpatient facilities, medical offices, mobile imaging services, research and other imaging related employment opportunities. Upon completion of the program, the student will be eligible to apply to take the certifying board examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.

The Nursing Program is a four-semester program which, upon successful completion, awards an Associate in Science Degree. The curriculum is built upon courses from the social and biological sciences, liberal arts, and nursing. These courses provide the foundation for the practice of nursing. Six core values (critical thinking, safe and competent practice, caring, professionalism, communication, and holistic care) provide the framework for organizing the nursing curriculum.

Surgical Technologists are integral members of the surgical team who work closely with surgeons, registered nurses, and anesthesia personnel. Surgical Technologists are also responsible for assembling and organizing all the specialized instruments, equipment and tools needed for a wide variety of surgical procedures. They are experts in sterile technique and are responsible for maintaining the sterile field during surgery.

The duties of a legal administrative assistant vary considerably depending on the specialty of the law office. However, all legal administrative assistants should be able to: prepare time sheets indicating the hours an attorney spends on behalf of various clients; prepare clients’ fee and disbursement statements; and prepare appropriate documents for real estate, probate, corporate, tax, civil or criminal litigation, and domestic matters. Knowledge of legal terminology is essential for anyone seeking a career as a legal administrative assistant

The Early Childhood Education Program has earned Accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). An Associate degree and three certificate options are available in the Early Childhood Education program. The Early Childhood Education associate degree program is validated under the Connecticut Early Childhood Education Articulation Plan.

The Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) is a national credentialing program that focuses on the skills of early care and education professionals; it is a performance-based assessment of childcare staff, home visitor, and family child care provider. The Child Development Associate Credential is designed for individuals who wish to obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) through the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition Credentialing Process.

The program in Fire Technology and Administration trains and educates competent leaders in fire protection, prevention, and administration. It also provides training and education for insurance companies and industries involved in fire prevention and protection.

This Certificate was developed in collaboration with local fire agencies to provide career pathways that meet the needs of emergency response and fire service in and outside of New Haven County. Our program offers high quality, diverse learning and training opportunities to prepare students for the industry. Fire Department applicants who have post-secondary firefighting education have a clear advantage over other candidates. This technical certificate program will help graduates secure employment in the firefighter and emergency responder profession.

This certificate supports the professional development of people who work with youth, ages 12 and up. The program facilitates an understanding of adolescent development and the diverse ways in which adolescents learn about and experience the world. Courses prepare youth workers to assist youth, colleagues, organizations, and communities. Students learn about valuable local, state, and national youth development projects and resources.

This program prepares students to be assistant teachers and teacher aides in the early education and care profession. The program also provides training for individuals already employed in a preschool situation who desire to improve their knowledge and competency in working with children.

The Technology Studies: Data Science Option provides exposure and essential applications in key elements of data science including data structures and data sources, programming languages, statistical principles, computing and analytics, data management, machine learning tools and data science applications. Students will be afforded more opportunities in the job market by providing them with highly sought-out preferred skills, The use of data science teams is becoming more popular in the business industry. This degree will allow graduates to enter this field early while receiving mentor-ship within organizations from senior data scientists.

The Computer Engineering Technology program provides training in hardware configuration, software development, programming applications, and the interfacing of hardware/software and communication systems. Students receive hands-on training on various computer systems, test equipment, and software products.

The Computer Servicing Certificate Program is designed for students seeking entry level technical skills for the information technology (IT) industry. The Program consists of three courses. Each course focuses on specific skills in computer applications, computer system hardware and PC operating systems.

The Computer Science Certificate program provides students with requisite skills for entry-level positions. The program is especially suited to those who wish to gain more marketable or updated skills

Students enrolled in the Computer Science Technology program receive a broad programming background, including training in C++, and any of the following restricted electives: Java, JavaScript, PHP, Python, Visual Basic, SQL and XHTML, microcomputer software packages and networking. Using industry-oriented applications, students have the opportunity to design, write, and test programs in a variety of programming languages. Furthermore, this program introduces networks that allow users to share hardware, software, and information. The Computer Science program allows students to design much of their technical curriculum based on their unique goals. Students may take a broad variety of courses or prepare for such specific technical careers as application programmers, programmer analysts, systems analysts, or systems programmers.

The Computer Science Mobile Application Development program will enable students to develop skills in website and native app design, learn relevant programming languages for application development on a variety of smart-devices and learn the policies and practical application of current and emerging standards and technologies across multiple mobile devices

The Web Design certificate can be used as a stepping stone to the Studio Art/Graphic Design Option degree program. It will prepare the student for transfer onto a Baccalaureate Degree Program at a four year institution. It can also be helpful in gaining employment or to further enhance current skills for those who are already employed.

The Computer Science: Data Security Specialist will prepare students to be employed as specialists in I.T. data security. This program addresses the security specialist’s everyday tasks of configuring, monitoring, and repairing areas with security breach potential. These tasks include data security, Internet security, network security, email security, client and server forensics, and security for databases and database users. Instruction in recognizing and intervening with malware is included as well.

The objective of the Computer Science Network Administrator Certificate is to prepare students for an entry-level position in information technology as a Network Administrator. This certificate addresses the network administrator’s day to day tasks of installation, equipment setup, hardware and software configuration, and the maintenance of users and groups, and other network resources on a domain network system. Students can be eligible for the CompTIA Network + certificate

The objective of the Computer Science Networking Certificate is to help meet the growing need for qualified networking specialists in the Greater New Haven area. This Certificate will allow students to focus on the specific knowledge, skills and abilities that have been identified and recommended by the computer industry. Upon successful completion, the graduating student will leave Gateway Community College with the ability and knowledge to pass three industry -recognized networking examinations: Certified Cisco Network Engineer; Network+; and Novell Certified Network Administrator.

The Computer Science Networking Option allows students to focus on the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities identified and recommended by the computer network industry. The program will prepare students for the networking field, specifically focusing on certification as a Network Administrator. It is highly recommended that students consult with the Computer Science program coordinator for specific advising.

This certificate program develops entry-level skills for individuals interested in using Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) to produce detailed architectural or schematic drawings based on rough sketches, specifications, and calculations made by scientists, engineers, and designers. CAD software permits easy modification and preparation of designs. Furthermore, it allows a drafter to view a design from various angles not easily achieved with traditional board approaches. AutoCAD and Solidworks software is used in this program.

The Electrical Engineering Technology program focuses on a variety of electrical and electronic devices, circuits, signal, systems, and related applications that are integral parts of our modern, high-tech society. Students in this program receive theoretical and practical instruction to analyze, construct, test, and troubleshoot a wide variety of electrical, electronic, digital, microprocessor, microcontroller, motor and communication circuits.

The Culinary Arts Certificate program is the first step toward a career in the food service industry. Full and part-time students obtain a well-rounded education, which combines laboratory, classroom, and work experiences. In addition to academic course work, students prepare and serve a wide variety of meals in Cafe Vincenzo staff, faculty, and the public. Individuals who wish to continue their studies following graduation may transfer courses in this program to similar programs at the baccalaureate level

The Culinary Arts Associate of Arts Degree program will give students the knowledge necessary to be successful in a restaurant or hotel kitchen, the kitchens of other food services for business and industry dining, healthcare facilities and schools. It will also give students the tools and skills to start work for businesses that supply foods at catered events, meeting and conventions centers, and supermarkets.

Graduates of the Restaurant and Food Service Management program are qualified for employment in food production, food and beverage cost control, supervision, food service budgeting, and forecasting.

The Electronics Technician Certificate program is designed for students who are interested in pursuing immediate employment in the electronics industry, while allowing for advanced educational opportunities. Students will acquire a solid electrical and electronics background along with industrial skills to work with hand tools and electronic instrumentation in conjunction with electrical, electronic, and digital circuits. They will also use the latest CAD software to design and simulate electronic circuits.

Manufacturing Engineering Technology is a varied and challenging field that is becoming increasingly important with the advent of new production methods. Manufacturing Engineering Technicians work with engineers to design experiments, plan production methods, find better ways to manufacture products, troubleshoot, inspect, and perform quality control. Students use Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), and Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) technologies to design cutting tools, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and dies; study production line layout, production forecasting, planning, inventory control, and statistical quality control; learn the methods of determining and distributing expenses and estimating material, labor, and tool costs of product manufacturing; make time studies of manufacturing operations; and investigate hydraulic control, manufacturing processes, and engineering materials.

Mechanical Engineering Technology concerns power and the machinery used to convert power to useful work. The Mechanical Engineering Technician is a practically-oriented member of the engineering team who applies existing technology to the solution of engineering problems. Students learn how to extract and analyze engineering data. Microcomputers are integrated into the curriculum to aid in both classroom and laboratory activities. Senior students are assigned projects in which they apply the principles they have learned. Applications to current technology are stressed and individual initiative is encouraged. The program is designed to train students as Mechanical Engineering Technicians ready for entry-level positions in industry upon graduation.

The Studio Art: Graphic Design Option program provides a strong basic foundation in the visual arts along with a background in general education. Furthermore, it prepares students for continued studies or employment by enabling them to build a portfolio of artwork that exhibits a degree of proficiency in graphic design.