Glendale Community College (CA)

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate the ability to utilize their counseling and cognitive abilities necessary to integrate the counselor skills and ethical standards learned in the preceding Alcohol/Drug Studies Counseling program courses. The program is designed to provide academic preparation and field experience for individuals employed, or preparing for employment, as alcohol and drug abuse specialists in public and private agencies. During the capstone internship classes, students will be able to demonstrate the ability to utilize their counseling and cognitive abilities necessary to integrate the counselor skills and ethical standards learned in the preceding Alcohol/Drug Studies Counseling program courses. Students will be able to demonstrate the cognitive and counseling abilities necessary to integrate the counselor competencies and standards learned in a two year Alcohol/Drug Studies Counseling program, including evidence-based theory and competencies inherent in entry level alcohol/drug counselor positions. To earn a certificate the student must complete the core courses and selected courses from each section as designated, for a total of 42 units.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate the ability to utilize their counseling and cognitive abilities necessary to integrate the counselor skills and ethical standards learned in the preceding Alcohol/Drug Studies Counseling program courses. The program is designed to provide academic preparation and field experience for individuals employed, or preparing for employment, as alcohol and drug abuse specialists in public and private agencies. During the capstone internship classes, students will be able to demonstrate the ability to utilize their counseling and cognitive abilities necessary to integrate the counselor skills and ethical standards learned in the preceding Alcohol/Drug Studies Counseling program courses. Students will be able to demonstrate the cognitive and counseling abilities necessary to integrate the counselor competencies and standards learned in a two year Alcohol/Drug Studies Counseling program, including evidence-based theory and competencies inherent in entry level alcohol/drug counselor positions. To earn a certificate the student must complete the core courses and selected courses from each section as designated, for a total of 42 units.

This degree or certificate is designed to provide a broad-based education in the areas of law enforcement, corrections and the judicial system. The program is appropriate for students seeking employment as a law enforcement officer, correctional officer, probation or parole officer, or as a legal professional such as a paralegal or attorney. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the major components and function of the criminal justice system in America. Students will demonstrate knowledge of criminal laws in California. Students will define ethics in law enforcement and the consequences of unethical behavior. Students must complete all required courses for a total of 30 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate an understanding of concepts in: criminal law, law enforcement procedures, crisis intervention, legal aspects of evidence and forensic science; discuss the aspects of community relations; discuss the techniques used in investigation procedures; and discuss the different aspects of special crimes.

This degree or certificate is designed to provide a broad-based education in the areas of law enforcement, corrections and the judicial system. The program is appropriate for students seeking employment as a law enforcement officer, correctional officer, probation or parole officer, or as a legal professional such as a paralegal or attorney. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the major components and function of the criminal justice system in America. Students will demonstrate knowledge of criminal laws in California. Students will define ethics in law enforcement and the consequences of unethical behavior. Students must complete all required courses for a total of 30 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate an understanding of concepts in: criminal law, law enforcement procedures, crisis intervention, legal aspects of evidence and forensic science; discuss the aspects of community relations; discuss the techniques used in investigation procedures; and discuss the different aspects of special crimes.

This degree or certificate is designed to provide a broad-based education in the areas of law enforcement, corrections and the judicial system. The program is appropriate for students seeking employment as a law enforcement officer, correctional officer, probation or parole officer, or as a legal professional such as a paralegal or attorney. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the major components and function of the criminal justice system in America. Students will demonstrate knowledge of criminal laws in California. Students will define ethics in law enforcement and the consequences of unethical behavior. Students must complete all required courses for a total of 30 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate an understanding of concepts in: criminal law, law enforcement procedures, crisis intervention, legal aspects of evidence and forensic science; discuss the aspects of community relations; discuss the techniques used in investigation procedures; and discuss the different aspects of special crimes.

This degree or certificate is designed to provide a broad-based education in the areas of law enforcement, corrections and the judicial system. The program is appropriate for students seeking employment as a law enforcement officer, correctional officer, probation or parole officer, or as a legal professional such as a paralegal or attorney. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the major components and function of the criminal justice system in America. Students will demonstrate knowledge of criminal laws in California. Students will define ethics in law enforcement and the consequences of unethical behavior. Students must complete all required courses for a total of 30 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate an understanding of concepts in: criminal law, law enforcement procedures, crisis intervention, legal aspects of evidence and forensic science; discuss the aspects of community relations; discuss the techniques used in investigation procedures; and discuss the different aspects of special crimes.

This degree or certificate is designed to provide a broad-based education in the areas of law enforcement, corrections and the judicial system. The program is appropriate for students seeking employment as a law enforcement officer, correctional officer, probation or parole officer, or as a legal professional such as a paralegal or attorney. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the major components and function of the criminal justice system in America. Students will demonstrate knowledge of criminal laws in California. Students will define ethics in law enforcement and the consequences of unethical behavior. Students must complete all required courses for a total of 30 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate an understanding of concepts in: criminal law, law enforcement procedures, crisis intervention, legal aspects of evidence and forensic science; discuss the aspects of community relations; discuss the techniques used in investigation procedures; and discuss the different aspects of special crimes.

This degree or certificate is designed to provide a broad-based education in the areas of law enforcement, corrections and the judicial system. The program is appropriate for students seeking employment as a law enforcement officer, correctional officer, probation or parole officer, or as a legal professional such as a paralegal or attorney. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the major components and function of the criminal justice system in America. Students will demonstrate knowledge of criminal laws in California. Students will define ethics in law enforcement and the consequences of unethical behavior. Students must complete all required courses for a total of 30 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate an understanding of concepts in: criminal law, law enforcement procedures, crisis intervention, legal aspects of evidence and forensic science; discuss the aspects of community relations; discuss the techniques used in investigation procedures; and discuss the different aspects of special crimes.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will develop an understanding of young children, and of the multiple interacting influences on children’s development and learning in order to create environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive and challenging for all children; understand and value the importance and complex characteristics of children’s families and communities; use this understanding to create respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families and involve families in their children’s learning and development; articulate and understand the goals, benefits, and uses of observation and assessment, develop competence in the use of observation, documentation and assessment techniques and tools to support teaching and learning in partnership with families and other professionals; plan and implement developmentally appropriate, culturally and linguistically relevant experiences that promote and/or support development and learning for all young children; and identify as a member of the early childhood profession, understand and use ethical guidelines and other professional standards related to early childhood practice.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will develop an understanding of young children, and of the multiple interacting influences on children’s development and learning in order to create environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive and challenging for all children; understand and value the importance and complex characteristics of children’s families and communities; use this understanding to create respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families and involve families in their children’s learning and development; articulate and understand the goals, benefits, and uses of observation and assessment, develop competence in the use of observation, documentation and assessment techniques and tools to support teaching and learning in partnership with families and other professionals; plan and implement developmentally appropriate, culturally and linguistically relevant experiences that promote and/or support development and learning for all young children; and identify as a member of the early childhood profession, understand and use ethical guidelines and other professional standards related to early childhood practice.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will develop an understanding of young children, and of the multiple interacting influences on children’s development and learning in order to create environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive and challenging for all children; understand and value the importance and complex characteristics of children’s families and communities; use this understanding to create respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families and involve families in their children’s learning and development; articulate and understand the goals, benefits, and uses of observation and assessment, develop competence in the use of observation, documentation and assessment techniques and tools to support teaching and learning in partnership with families and other professionals; plan and implement developmentally appropriate, culturally and linguistically relevant experiences that promote and/or support development and learning for all young children; and identify as a member of the early childhood profession, understand and use ethical guidelines and other professional standards related to early childhood practice.
This curriculum is designed for those students who plan careers in teaching in a pre-school setting. The program requires completion of the 27 units of Child Development curriculum plus 16 units of General Education courses, necessary for the Child Center Permit.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will develop an understanding of young children, and of the multiple interacting influences on children’s development and learning in order to create environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive and challenging for all children; understand and value the importance and complex characteristics of children’s families and communities; use this understanding to create respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families and involve families in their children’s learning and development; articulate and understand the goals, benefits, and uses of observation and assessment, develop competence in the use of observation, documentation and assessment techniques and tools to support teaching and learning in partnership with families and other professionals; plan and implement developmentally appropriate, culturally and linguistically relevant experiences that promote and/or support development and learning for all young children; and identify as a member of the early childhood profession, understand and use ethical guidelines and other professional standards related to early childhood practice.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will develop an understanding of young children, and of the multiple interacting influences on children’s development and learning in order to create environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive and challenging for all children; understand and value the importance and complex characteristics of children’s families and communities; use this understanding to create respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families and involve families in their children’s learning and development; articulate and understand the goals, benefits, and uses of observation and assessment, develop competence in the use of observation, documentation and assessment techniques and tools to support teaching and learning in partnership with families and other professionals; plan and implement developmentally appropriate, culturally and linguistically relevant experiences that promote and/or support development and learning for all young children; and identify as a member of the early childhood profession, understand and use ethical guidelines and other professional standards related to early childhood practice.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will develop an understanding of young children, and of the multiple interacting influences on children’s development and learning in order to create environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive and challenging for all children; understand and value the importance and complex characteristics of children’s families and communities; use this understanding to create respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families and involve families in their children’s learning and development; articulate and understand the goals, benefits, and uses of observation and assessment, develop competence in the use of observation, documentation and assessment techniques and tools to support teaching and learning in partnership with families and other professionals; plan and implement developmentally appropriate, culturally and linguistically relevant experiences that promote and/or support development and learning for all young children; and identify as a member of the early childhood profession, understand and use ethical guidelines and other professional standards related to early childhood practice.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will develop an understanding of young children, and of the multiple interacting influences on children’s development and learning in order to create environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive and challenging for all children; understand and value the importance and complex characteristics of children’s families and communities; use this understanding to create respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families and involve families in their children’s learning and development; articulate and understand the goals, benefits, and uses of observation and assessment, develop competence in the use of observation, documentation and assessment techniques and tools to support teaching and learning in partnership with families and other professionals; plan and implement developmentally appropriate, culturally and linguistically relevant experiences that promote and/or support development and learning for all young children; and identify as a member of the early childhood profession, understand and use ethical guidelines and other professional standards related to early childhood practice.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will develop an understanding of young children, and of the multiple interacting influences on children’s development and learning in order to create environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive and challenging for all children; understand and value the importance and complex characteristics of children’s families and communities; use this understanding to create respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families and involve families in their children’s learning and development; articulate and understand the goals, benefits, and uses of observation and assessment, develop competence in the use of observation, documentation and assessment techniques and tools to support teaching and learning in partnership with families and other professionals; plan and implement developmentally appropriate, culturally and linguistically relevant experiences that promote and/or support development and learning for all young children; and identify as a member of the early childhood profession, understand and use ethical guidelines and other professional standards related to early childhood practice.
This curriculum is designed for those students who plan careers in teaching in a preschool setting. The curriculum requires completion of 24 units of Child Development courses plus 16 units of General Education courses, necessary for the Child Center Permit.

This degree or certificate is offered for students interested in preparing for careers in fire prevention and fire fighting. The courses also provide in-service and upgrade instruction for fire fighting personnel. Students will demonstrate the skills required in the field of fire technology. These skills include: fire prevention techniques, behavior of fire, fire-fighting tactics and strategy, and the equipment used in fire protection. Other topics may include: fire investigation, hazardous materials, building construction, and crisis intervention. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will discuss the skills required for fire prevention techniques; discuss the aspects of fire behavior; discuss the skills required for fire-fighting tactics and strategy; and discuss the skills required for the use of equipment used in fire protection.

This degree or certificate is offered for students interested in preparing for careers in fire prevention and fire fighting. The courses also provide in-service and upgrade instruction for fire fighting personnel. Students will demonstrate the skills required in the field of fire technology. These skills include: fire prevention techniques, behavior of fire, fire-fighting tactics and strategy, and the equipment used in fire protection. Other topics may include: fire investigation, hazardous materials, building construction, and crisis intervention. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will discuss the skills required for fire prevention techniques; discuss the aspects of fire behavior; discuss the skills required for fire-fighting tactics and strategy; and discuss the skills required for the use of equipment used in fire protection.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to discuss the skills required for fire prevention techniques; discuss the aspects of fire behavior; discuss the skills required for fire-fighting tactics and strategy; and discuss the skills required for the use of equipment used in fire protection. The Verdugo Fire Academy is a State Board of Fire Services and California State Fire Marshal's accredited Regional Fire Academy sponsored by Glendale Community College and the Glendale Fire Department. Students receive a variety of California State Fire Marshal certificates upon graduation from the Academy.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will discuss the skills required for fire prevention techniques; discuss the aspects of fire behavior; discuss the skills required for fire-fighting tactics and strategy; and discuss the skills required for the use of equipment used in fire protection. The Verdugo Recruit Academy is for the new hire firefighters from the Area C fire agencies. The Area C fire agencies include Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena and other Foothill fire departments for a total of 11 cities participating. Recruits from these agencies receive uniform training to assure consistent application of fire-fighting practices within the Area C dispatch communities.

This degree or certificate is designed to prepare students to work in the field of architectural drafting and design. The objectives are to give students skills to create architectural designs, apply local and regional codes to their design, and select the proper construction techniques. This program differs from other design programs due to the nature of the type of structures being designed. The focus is on residential and building designs and their related construction documents. Students must complete the required courses and choose additional courses to total a minimum of 42 - 45 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate techniques to accomplish drawings utilizing different computer aided design (CAD) software; develop a portfolio of their work (this portfolio will show the students best work from different classes within the department, discuss building construction techniques, principles, and building code); demonstrate skills in the production of working drawings of residential and commercial structures; and discuss how design/drawing techniques, application of the International Building Code (IBC), building construction techniques, and other standards affect the design of their structure.

This degree or certificate is designed to prepare students to work in the field of architectural drafting and design. The objectives are to give students skills to create architectural designs, apply local and regional codes to their design, and select the proper construction techniques. This program differs from other design programs due to the nature of the type of structures being designed. The focus is on residential and building designs and their related construction documents. Students must complete the required courses and choose additional courses to total a minimum of 42 - 45 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate techniques to accomplish drawings utilizing different computer aided design (CAD) software; develop a portfolio of their work (this portfolio will show the students best work from different classes within the department, discuss building construction techniques, principles, and building code); demonstrate skills in the production of working drawings of residential and commercial structures; and discuss how design/drawing techniques, application of the International Building Code (IBC), building construction techniques, and other standards affect the design of their structure.

This degree or certificate prepares students with training to work in industry as a CAD designer, engineering drafter or drafting technician or technologist. The program includes instruction in both 2-D and 3-D computer aided drafting and design software such as AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS. Motivated students can complete the required courses in one year by taking courses during the winter and summer sessions and online in addition to the traditional fall and winter sessions. Students must complete all required core courses for a total of 21 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, Students will demonstrate skills in the production of working drawings of engineering structures; demonstrate techniques to accomplish drawings and 3D models utilizing different various computer aided design (CAD) software; and discuss how the design process and design/drawing techniques are used with other engineering processes to create a finished product.

This degree or certificate prepares students with training to work in industry as a CAD designer, engineering drafter or drafting technician or technologist. The program includes instruction in both 2-D and 3-D computer aided drafting and design software such as AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS. Motivated students can complete the required courses in one year by taking courses during the winter and summer sessions and online in addition to the traditional fall and winter sessions. Students must complete all required core courses for a total of 21 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, Students will demonstrate skills in the production of working drawings of engineering structures; demonstrate techniques to accomplish drawings and 3D models utilizing different various computer aided design (CAD) software; and discuss how the design process and design/drawing techniques are used with other engineering processes to create a finished product.

Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the skills necessary to read engineering drawings and solve technical mathematics problems as they relate to welding tasks. Students will complete introductory and advanced level welding projects using various techniques and procedures. Students will discuss metallurgical concepts, heat treating procedures, and machine tool technology concepts.

Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the skills necessary to read engineering drawings and solve technical mathematics problems as they relate to welding tasks. Students will complete introductory and advanced level welding projects using various techniques and procedures. Students will discuss metallurgical concepts, heat treating procedures, and machine tool technology concepts.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will learn specialized medical terminologies needed to complete appropriate forms in preparing, maintaining/filing, and charting medical records including insurance claims. The student will learn to use appropriate computer programs to create needed documents/correspondence in performing medical billing and coding, including using the Internet.This certificate is designed for students who are preparing for a position as a medical biller/coder and will work in a physician’s office, a medical clinic, a hospital, or a billing agency.

The student will learn specialized medical (orthodontics/dentistry), terminologies needed to complete appropriate forms in preparing, maintaining/filing, and charting medical records including insurance claims and using the Internet. This certificate program is designed for students who are preparing for a position in the office of dentists, dental clinics, oral surgeons’ offices, orthodontist offices, and allied facilities.

This degree or certificate is designed to prepare the student for a position as a medical coder in an acute care hospital, clinic or physician’s office, long-term care facility, and other health care settings. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program students gain competencies in the application of biomedical knowledge and legal, ethical, and medical standards, the communication and analysis of statistical data and in planning and implementation of clinical informational and data systems. Coders ensure that valid codes are applied to medical diagnoses and procedures per coding classification guidelines. They facilitate reimbursement, analyze patient outcomes, and medical research. Due to the breadth of this multi-discipline program, required by the industry, and AHIMA accreditation, a higher number of units is required for this program.

This degree or certificate is designed to prepare the student for a position as a medical coder in an acute care hospital, clinic or physician’s office, long-term care facility, and other health care settings. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program students gain competencies in the application of biomedical knowledge and legal, ethical, and medical standards, the communication and analysis of statistical data and in planning and implementation of clinical informational and data systems. Coders ensure that valid codes are applied to medical diagnoses and procedures per coding classification guidelines. They facilitate reimbursement, analyze patient outcomes, and medical research. Due to the breadth of this multi-discipline program, required by the industry, and AHIMA accreditation, a higher number of units is required for this program.

This degree or certificate prepares students to supervise healthcare facilities as food service supervisors in convalescent, nursing and retirement homes. The curriculum focuses on the fundamentals of culinary science, sanitation, nutrition, modified diets, and sound management practices. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate cooking techniques commonly found in professional food service establishments. Students will plan sanitation policies and practices at an ongoing foodservice establishment. Students will evaluate patients’ nutritional needs and formulate appropriate diets.

This degree or certificate prepares students to supervise healthcare facilities as food service supervisors in convalescent, nursing and retirement homes. The curriculum focuses on the fundamentals of culinary science, sanitation, nutrition, modified diets, and sound management practices. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate cooking techniques commonly found in professional food service establishments. Students will plan sanitation policies and practices at an ongoing foodservice establishment. Students will evaluate patients’ nutritional needs and formulate appropriate diets.

This degree or certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in the IT workforce as entry-level Programmers, entry-level Database Programmers, Application Analysts, Programmer Analysts, Business Analysts, System Analysts, PC Support Specialists, Technical Support, User Support Specialists and etc. Students will demonstrate their profi ciency through performance in laboratory exercises and objective examinations. The student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming.

This degree or certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in the IT workforce as entry-level Programmers, entry-level Database Programmers, Application Analysts, Programmer Analysts, Business Analysts, System Analysts, PC Support Specialists, Technical Support, User Support Specialists and etc. Students will demonstrate their profi ciency through performance in laboratory exercises and objective examinations. The student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming.

This degree or certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in the IT workforce as entry-level Programmers, entry-level Database Programmers, Application Analysts, Programmer Analysts, Business Analysts, System Analysts, PC Support Specialists, Technical Support, User Support Specialists and etc. Students will demonstrate their profi ciency through performance in laboratory exercises and objective examinations. The student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming.

This degree or certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in the IT workforce as entry-level Programmers, entry-level Database Programmers, Application Analysts, Programmer Analysts, Business Analysts, System Analysts, PC Support Specialists, Technical Support, User Support Specialists and etc. Students will demonstrate their profi ciency through performance in laboratory exercises and objective examinations. The student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to analyze a programming task/problem; based on that analysis, design and implement an object oriented program using multiple classes in a high level language; and demonstrate the ability to independently create, save, modify and print a document using a word processing program and appropriate assistive technology.

This degree or certificate is designed for those students interested in computer science, either as a professional concentration, or for transfer to a four-year computer science program. Upon completion of this certificate program, students will be able to name the four basic parts of computer organization and have a working knowledge of assembly language. Students will be able to describe recursion, linked lists, queues, and stacks and algorithm efficiency, as well as, procedural, functional, logic and object-oriented programing languages. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will prepare a software project to implement a single scientific, mathematical, business, or technical function.This program is designed for those students interested in computer science, either as a professional concentration, or for transfer to a four-year computer science program.

This degree or certificate is designed for those students interested in computer science, either as a professional concentration, or for transfer to a four-year computer science program. Upon completion of this certificate program, students will be able to name the four basic parts of computer organization and have a working knowledge of assembly language. Students will be able to describe recursion, linked lists, queues, and stacks and algorithm efficiency, as well as, procedural, functional, logic and object-oriented programing languages. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will prepare a software project to implement a single scientific, mathematical, business, or technical function.This program is designed for those students interested in computer science, either as a professional concentration, or for transfer to a four-year computer science program.

This degree or certificate is designed for both the IT professional and the college student seeking a thorough preparation for the field of Web development. Course work includes Internet technologies, Web graphic design skills, programming and scripting for the Web. Students must complete all required courses for a minimum of 24 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to use industry standard tools and techniques to produce, publish and maintain Websites and Web content. A major skill-building project spanning three semesters is included in the course work.

This degree or certificate is designed for both the IT professional and the college student seeking a thorough preparation for the field of Web development. Course work includes Internet technologies, Web graphic design skills, programming and scripting for the Web. Students must complete all required courses for a minimum of 24 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to use industry standard tools and techniques to produce, publish and maintain Websites and Web content. A major skill-building project spanning three semesters is included in the course work.

This degree or certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in the IT workforce as entry-level Programmers, entry-level Database Programmers, Application Analysts, Programmer Analysts, Business Analysts, System Analysts, PC Support Specialists, Technical Support, User Support Specialists and etc. Students will demonstrate their profi ciency through performance in laboratory exercises and objective examinations. The student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming.

This degree or certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in the IT workforce as entry-level Programmers, entry-level Database Programmers, Application Analysts, Programmer Analysts, Business Analysts, System Analysts, PC Support Specialists, Technical Support, User Support Specialists and etc. Students will demonstrate their profi ciency through performance in laboratory exercises and objective examinations. The student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will analyze simple business or technical problems relevant to programming, and prepare solutions to them; implement a program in either C/C++ or Java, using objects; and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and processes of a computer relevant to programming.

This degree or certificate is designed to train students to meet the rapidly growing need for qualified hardware/software technicians, having a blend of hardware and software skills. Students will write a computer program using C/C++, Java, or Visual Basic. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will write a computer program using either C/C++, Java, or Visual Basic; and demonstrate the ability to independently create, save, modify and print a document using a word processing program and appropriate assistive technology.

This degree or certificate is designed to train students to meet the rapidly growing need for qualified hardware/software technicians, having a blend of hardware and software skills. Students will write a computer program using C/C++, Java, or Visual Basic. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will write a computer program using either C/C++, Java, or Visual Basic; and demonstrate the ability to independently create, save, modify and print a document using a word processing program and appropriate assistive technology.

This degree or certificate is designed to train students to meet the rapidly growing need for qualified hardware/software technicians, having a blend of hardware and software skills. Students will write a computer program using C/C++, Java, or Visual Basic. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will write a computer program using either C/C++, Java, or Visual Basic; and demonstrate the ability to independently create, save, modify and print a document using a word processing program and appropriate assistive technology.

This degree or certificate is designed to train students to meet the rapidly growing need for qualified hardware/software technicians, having a blend of hardware and software skills. Students will write a computer program using C/C++, Java, or Visual Basic. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will write a computer program using either C/C++, Java, or Visual Basic; and demonstrate the ability to independently create, save, modify and print a document using a word processing program and appropriate assistive technology.

Upon completion of this program, the student will demonstrate an understanding of computer structure and operations. Students will possess a basic knowledge of computer operation and capabilities with the skills to troubleshoot problems or aid in user support.

This degree or certificate prepares students for employment in a variety of jobs, including work as network and computer systems administrators, computer support specialists and data base administrators, computer and network security, digital forensics and database management. Students must complete the required courses and choose any additional courses to total a minimum of 22 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the proper server operation procedures, maintenance procedures and managing risk associated with real world networks. Students will demonstrate installing, configuring and maintaining computer and mobile devices, including diagnosing, resolving and documenting common hardware and software. Students will demonstrate and understanding of ethical concern associated with information technology including access, reliability, legal, ethical, and accuracy; identify types of computer crime; select, access, and use appropriate sources.

This degree or certificate prepares students for employment in a variety of jobs, including work as network and computer systems administrators, computer support specialists and data base administrators, computer and network security, digital forensics and database management. Students must complete the required courses and choose any additional courses to total a minimum of 22 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the proper server operation procedures, maintenance procedures and managing risk associated with real world networks. Students will demonstrate installing, configuring and maintaining computer and mobile devices, including diagnosing, resolving and documenting common hardware and software. Students will demonstrate and understanding of ethical concern associated with information technology including access, reliability, legal, ethical, and accuracy; identify types of computer crime; select, access, and use appropriate sources.

This degree or certificate prepares students for employment in a variety of jobs, including work as network and computer systems administrators, computer support specialists and data base administrators, computer and network security, digital forensics and database management. Students must complete the required courses and choose any additional courses to total a minimum of 22 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the proper server operation procedures, maintenance procedures and managing risk associated with real world networks. Students will demonstrate installing, configuring and maintaining computer and mobile devices, including diagnosing, resolving and documenting common hardware and software. Students will demonstrate and understanding of ethical concern associated with information technology including access, reliability, legal, ethical, and accuracy; identify types of computer crime; select, access, and use appropriate sources.

This degree or certificate prepares students for employment in a variety of jobs, including work as network and computer systems administrators, computer support specialists and data base administrators, computer and network security, digital forensics and database management. Students must complete the required courses and choose any additional courses to total a minimum of 22 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the proper server operation procedures, maintenance procedures and managing risk associated with real world networks. Students will demonstrate installing, configuring and maintaining computer and mobile devices, including diagnosing, resolving and documenting common hardware and software. Students will demonstrate and understanding of ethical concern associated with information technology including access, reliability, legal, ethical, and accuracy; identify types of computer crime; select, access, and use appropriate sources.

The Computer Retail Sales and Support Certificate of Achievement is the first stage of the statewide IT Technician pathway and prepares students to develop their fundamental IT Technician Skills. While completing coursework in customer service, communication, Microsoft Office, and information systems coursework, along with earning the CompTIA A+ industry certification, students gain practical experience as they learn how to succeed in an IT retail environment. Upon completion of this program, students would be qualified for entry level IT positions such as Retail Salespersons, Customer Service Representatives, Retail Sales Workers, and Sales Representatives. Students must complete all required courses to total 20 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of business operations, customer service skills, Microsoft offi ce applications and information systems; and be able to troubleshoot OS and computer hardware problems.

This degree or certificate is the second stage of the statewide IT Technician pathway and prepares students to further develop their IT Technician Skills. While completing the network and server security coursework, students gain practical experience as they learn how to use Help Desk software. As student’s complete coursework, they are encouraged to complete the aligned industry valued certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Server, and Microsoft Desktop. Students who have completed Stage 1 of the IT Technician pathway along with this stage are prepared for positions such as Computer User Support Specialists, Computer Network Support Specialists, and IT retail supervisory positions. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to provide technical assistance to computer users and Support Specialists to analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems and Internet systems or a segment of a network system, and perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.

This degree or certificate is the second stage of the statewide IT Technician pathway and prepares students to further develop their IT Technician Skills. While completing the network and server security coursework, students gain practical experience as they learn how to use Help Desk software. As student’s complete coursework, they are encouraged to complete the aligned industry valued certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Server, and Microsoft Desktop. Students who have completed Stage 1 of the IT Technician pathway along with this stage are prepared for positions such as Computer User Support Specialists, Computer Network Support Specialists, and IT retail supervisory positions. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to provide technical assistance to computer users and Support Specialists to analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems and Internet systems or a segment of a network system, and perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.

This degree or certificate degree is the third stage of the statewide IT Technician pathway and equips students with the advanced IT skills required of an IT Technician. As student’s complete coursework, they are encouraged to complete the aligned industry valued certifications such as CompTIA Linux+, Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT), and the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). Students who have completed Stage I and II of the IT Technician pathway along with this stage are prepared for positions such as Computer Systems Analysts, Information Security Analysts, Network and Computer Systems Administrators, and IT wholesale/retail supervisory positions. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate system and network administration concepts; and understand and demonstrate Cyber Security concepts and their integration into Business Operations.

This degree or certificate degree is the third stage of the statewide IT Technician pathway and equips students with the advanced IT skills required of an IT Technician. As student’s complete coursework, they are encouraged to complete the aligned industry valued certifications such as CompTIA Linux+, Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT), and the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). Students who have completed Stage I and II of the IT Technician pathway along with this stage are prepared for positions such as Computer Systems Analysts, Information Security Analysts, Network and Computer Systems Administrators, and IT wholesale/retail supervisory positions. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate system and network administration concepts; and understand and demonstrate Cyber Security concepts and their integration into Business Operations.

This degree or certificate prepares students for employment in a variety of jobs, including work as network and computer systems administrators, computer support specialists and data base administrators, computer and network security, digital forensics and database management. Students must complete the required courses and choose any additional courses to total a minimum of 22 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the proper server operation procedures, maintenance procedures and managing risk associated with real world networks. Students will demonstrate installing, configuring and maintaining computer and mobile devices, including diagnosing, resolving and documenting common hardware and software. Students will demonstrate and understanding of ethical concern associated with information technology including access, reliability, legal, ethical, and accuracy; identify types of computer crime; select, access, and use appropriate sources.

This degree or certificate prepares students for employment in a variety of jobs, including work as network and computer systems administrators, computer support specialists and data base administrators, computer and network security, digital forensics and database management. Students must complete the required courses and choose any additional courses to total a minimum of 22 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the proper server operation procedures, maintenance procedures and managing risk associated with real world networks. Students will demonstrate installing, configuring and maintaining computer and mobile devices, including diagnosing, resolving and documenting common hardware and software. Students will demonstrate and understanding of ethical concern associated with information technology including access, reliability, legal, ethical, and accuracy; identify types of computer crime; select, access, and use appropriate sources.

This degree or certificate prepares students for employment in a variety of jobs, including work as network and computer systems administrators, computer support specialists and data base administrators, computer and network security, digital forensics and database management. Students must complete the required courses and choose any additional courses to total a minimum of 22 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the proper server operation procedures, maintenance procedures and managing risk associated with real world networks. Students will demonstrate installing, configuring and maintaining computer and mobile devices, including diagnosing, resolving and documenting common hardware and software. Students will demonstrate and understanding of ethical concern associated with information technology including access, reliability, legal, ethical, and accuracy; identify types of computer crime; select, access, and use appropriate sources.

This degree or certificate prepares students for employment in a variety of jobs, including work as network and computer systems administrators, computer support specialists and data base administrators, computer and network security, digital forensics and database management. Students must complete the required courses and choose any additional courses to total a minimum of 22 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the proper server operation procedures, maintenance procedures and managing risk associated with real world networks. Students will demonstrate installing, configuring and maintaining computer and mobile devices, including diagnosing, resolving and documenting common hardware and software. Students will demonstrate and understanding of ethical concern associated with information technology including access, reliability, legal, ethical, and accuracy; identify types of computer crime; select, access, and use appropriate sources.

This degree or certificate prepares students for employment in a variety of jobs, including work as network and computer systems administrators, computer support specialists and data base administrators, computer and network security, digital forensics and database management. Students must complete the required courses and choose any additional courses to total a minimum of 22 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the proper server operation procedures, maintenance procedures and managing risk associated with real world networks. Students will demonstrate installing, configuring and maintaining computer and mobile devices, including diagnosing, resolving and documenting common hardware and software. Students will demonstrate and understanding of ethical concern associated with information technology including access, reliability, legal, ethical, and accuracy; identify types of computer crime; select, access, and use appropriate sources.

This degree or certificate prepares students for employment in a variety of jobs, including work as network and computer systems administrators, computer support specialists and data base administrators, computer and network security, digital forensics and database management. Students must complete the required courses and choose any additional courses to total a minimum of 22 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the proper server operation procedures, maintenance procedures and managing risk associated with real world networks. Students will demonstrate installing, configuring and maintaining computer and mobile devices, including diagnosing, resolving and documenting common hardware and software. Students will demonstrate and understanding of ethical concern associated with information technology including access, reliability, legal, ethical, and accuracy; identify types of computer crime; select, access, and use appropriate sources.

This certificate is designed for students who are preparing for a position as a Unix System Administrator. The ideal student is one who has significant experience in the field and wants formalized training. Upon successful completion this certificate program, the student will be able to install, configure and maintain and industry standard computer with the Unix/Linux operating that is connected to the Internet.

This degree or certificate is designed to provide knowledge and training for entry into electronics and electrical industry career areas. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will have knowledge and training for entry into electronics and electrical industries; demonstrate knowledge in electrical and voltage concepts; demonstrate knowledge in photo-voltaic concepts; and have knowledge of California State Contractors and Electronics Technician Association examinations.

This degree or certificate is designed to provide knowledge and training for entry into electronics and electrical industry career areas. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will have knowledge and training for entry into electronics and electrical industries; demonstrate knowledge in electrical and voltage concepts; demonstrate knowledge in photo-voltaic concepts; and have knowledge of California State Contractors and Electronics Technician Association examinations.

This program is designed to provide the fundamentals of the machinist trade. This includes basic, advanced and complicated operations of machine tools, and the use of computers in programming numerical control milling machines. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate the skills required in the field of machine and manufacturing technology, such as computer numerical machining (CNC) for various machine tools; demonstrate the skills required in the field of machine and manufacturing technology, such as use of manual machining equipment; demonstrate the skills required in the field of machine and manufacturing technology, such as metallurgy and heat treating; and demonstrate the skills required in the field of machine and manufacturing technology, such as technical mathematics.

This program is designed to provide the fundamentals of the machinist trade. This includes basic, advanced and complicated operations of machine tools, and the use of computers in programming numerical control milling machines. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate the skills required in the field of machine and manufacturing technology, such as computer numerical machining (CNC) for various machine tools; demonstrate the skills required in the field of machine and manufacturing technology, such as use of manual machining equipment; demonstrate the skills required in the field of machine and manufacturing technology, such as metallurgy and heat treating; and demonstrate the skills required in the field of machine and manufacturing technology, such as technical mathematics.

The degree or certificate is focused on the develop core competencies in several areas including visual communication, critical thinking, foundational design principles, user experience design, user interface design, use of industry compliant hardware and software, and the role of personal responsibility within continual professional development. Strong emphasis is placed on the creation of a portfolio to demonstrate the same core competencies stressed throughout the curriculum. Students are prepared to seek employment in the advertising/graphic design industry as entry-level production designers or junior graphic designers. The Degree also prepares students to enter four year graphic design programs as earn four year degrees such as a BFA in Graphic Design, a BA in Graphic Design, and Communication Design. Students must complete all required courses for a minimum of 30 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to continually develop curriculum incorporating the critical elements of Graphic Design; continually develop curriculum incorporating the industry standard technical elements of Graphic Design; and demonstrate articulation with surrounding 4 year institutions and with the local Graphic Design Community.

The degree or certificate is focused on the develop core competencies in several areas including visual communication, critical thinking, foundational design principles, user experience design, user interface design, use of industry compliant hardware and software, and the role of personal responsibility within continual professional development. Strong emphasis is placed on the creation of a portfolio to demonstrate the same core competencies stressed throughout the curriculum. Students are prepared to seek employment in the advertising/graphic design industry as entry-level production designers or junior graphic designers. The Degree also prepares students to enter four year graphic design programs as earn four year degrees such as a BFA in Graphic Design, a BA in Graphic Design, and Communication Design. Students must complete all required courses for a minimum of 30 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to continually develop curriculum incorporating the critical elements of Graphic Design; continually develop curriculum incorporating the industry standard technical elements of Graphic Design; and demonstrate articulation with surrounding 4 year institutions and with the local Graphic Design Community.

This certificate is designed for students who intend to seek employment in a Human Resources department in private industry or in a governmental agency (e.g. city, county, state, school district, etc.). This coursework will help to prepare students for entry-level positions with job titles such as HR Assistant, HR Clerk, HR Technician, etc. This coursework also helps prepare students for the Professional Human Resources Certification and Senior Professional Human Resources Certification examinations. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will learn to apply the principles and methods involved in the recruitment, selection and placement of employees with regard to affirmative action programs, training, experience and aptitudes. Students will be able to model techniques of effective customer and employee relations.

Students will be able to apply the basic principles and procedures used in valuing residential properties. They will be able to choose the appropriate method to determine value for a specific property, estimate gross income and calculate expenses for income producing property and meet Appraisal Qualifications Board (AQB) licensing requirements for filling out forms and completing the USPAP form.

Program Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to apply the basic principles and procedures used in valuing residential properties. They will be able to choose the appropriate method to determine value for a specific property, estimate gross income and calculate expenses for income producing property and meet Appraisal Qualifications Board (AQB) licensing requirements for filling out forms and completing the USPAP form.

In the Real Estate curriculum, special attention is given to the California license requirements. A student must take the Real Estate Principles course (RE 101), a Real Estate Practice course (RE 120), and one other real estate course before taking the state examination. An applicant for the broker’s license must have taken the eight (8) real estate courses required for this Real Estate Certificate before taking the California State Broker Examination. Students will develop a clear action plan to launch a successful real estate career upon graduation. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to develop a clear action plan to launch a successful real estate career after graduation; and meet the requirements necessary to take and pass the California Department of Real Estate Brokers licensing exam

In the Real Estate curriculum, special attention is given to the California license requirements. A student must take the Real Estate Principles course (RE 101), a Real Estate Practice course (RE 120), and one other real estate course before taking the state examination. An applicant for the broker’s license must have taken the eight (8) real estate courses required for this Real Estate Certificate before taking the California State Broker Examination. Students will develop a clear action plan to launch a successful real estate career upon graduation. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to develop a clear action plan to launch a successful real estate career after graduation; and meet the requirements necessary to take and pass the California Department of Real Estate Brokers licensing exam

This degree or certificate provides students with the professional preparation required to meet the new trends and demands of management in the food service industry. Certificate courses focus on the fundamentals of operating a food service establishment, emphasizing personnel supervision, purchasing, menu development, cost control, and beverage service, as well as other aspects of management. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate skills and knowledge required in the field of restaurant management including: professional cooking, sanitation practices, institutional purchasing, beverage and bar operations, banquet and catering presentation, and management principles for food service personnel.

This degree or certificate provides students with the professional preparation required to meet the new trends and demands of management in the food service industry. Certificate courses focus on the fundamentals of operating a food service establishment, emphasizing personnel supervision, purchasing, menu development, cost control, and beverage service, as well as other aspects of management. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate skills and knowledge required in the field of restaurant management including: professional cooking, sanitation practices, institutional purchasing, beverage and bar operations, banquet and catering presentation, and management principles for food service personnel.