Harper College

Develop advanced knowledge and skills in welding with this 32-credit-hour certificate program, which emphasizes advanced welding theory along with practical application of the major forms of welding. You’ll learn how to interpret welding blueprints and hone the skills necessary to pass welder qualification tests. Upon completion of the program, you’ll meet the AWS School Excelling through National Skill Standards Education (SENSE) training standards for certification as an AWS Level II Advanced Welder.

Take classes in properties of materials, prints and schematics, basic technical mathematics, welding, advanced blueprint reading, applied welding theory, welding power sources and more. All classes are taught by knowledgeable instructors who are highly skilled in the welding industry.

Learn basic pipe welding skills with this 17-credit-hour certificate program. The program focuses on extensive practice in the major arc welding process, along with out-of-position and multi-pass arc welding such as GMAW, SMAW and GTAW. You’ll get experience working directly from blueprints and develop the welding skills necessary to perform SMAW pipe welding with E6010 and E7018 electrodes in all positions.

Take a variety of classes in prints and schematics, welding, pre-pipe welding and basic pipe welding. All classes are taught by knowledgeable instructors who are highly skilled in the pipe welding field.

Develop basic welding skills with this 17-credit-hour certificate program that emphasizes welding safety, extensive practice in the major arc welding process and out-of-position and multi-pass arc welding, including GMAW, SMAW and GTAW. You’ll get hands-on experience working with mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum.

Additionally, you’ll practice the welding skills needed to pass welder qualification tests. Upon completion of this program, you’ll meet the American Welding Society (AWS) Schools Excelling through National Skill Standards Education (SENSE) training standards for certification as an AWS Level 1 - Entry Welder.

Develop manufacturing skills in welding and machining with this 18-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll study welding theory and get extensive practice in major arc welding processes. The program also provides an overview of machine shop theory and the practical application to the maintenance and fabrication industry.

Get experience working from blueprints and learn how to fabricate and repair small parts used in a variety of industrial applications. Take classes in prints and schematics, machining processes and welding. All classes are taught by skilled instructors who are extremely knowledgeable in the manufacturing field.

Gain entry-level skills in welding fabrication with this 33-credit-hour certificate program. This program focuses on advanced welding theory, extensive practice in the major arc welding process and out-of- position and multi-pass arc welding including GMAW, SMAW and GTAW. You’ll work directly from blueprints and develop the welding skills necessary to construct quality fabricated metal weldments.

Take classes in prints and schematics, basic technical mathematics, welding, advanced blueprint reading, cutting processes and welding fabrication. All classes are taught by knowledgeable instructors who are highly skilled in the welding fabrication field.

Prepare for a career in welding technology with this 60-credit-hour degree program. Welding and fabrication are fast-growing fields, and individuals with skills in these areas are in high demand among employers. When you graduate from this program, you’ll be prepared to secure full-time employment as a welder, fabricator or welder supervisor in the manufacturing or construction industry. Additionally, completion of this program allows you to become a certified welder.

Take classes in welding, prints and schematics, advanced blueprint reading, cutting processes, welding fabrication, applied welding theory, welding power sources and more. You’ll also complete a variety of technical elective courses. All classes are taught by knowledgeable instructors who are highly skilled in the welding and fabrication fields.

Get a comprehensive background in air conditioning and refrigeration service with this 29-credit-hour certificate program.

You’ll learn how to perform preventative maintenance, service and repairs on residential and commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems. The program focuses on practical application, giving you the skills needed to perform system diagnostics and develop troubleshooting techniques.

Complete the 10-course program in our unique HVAC/R Open Lab, a state-of-the-art facility featuring more than 70 pieces of commercial and residential equipment. The lab is staffed by
expert instructors who are available to assist you six days per week, making this program
accommodating to your busy schedule.

Get a solid introduction to performing preventative maintenance service and repairs on residential and commercial heating systems with this 22-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll complete seven courses focusing on practical application to developing troubleshooting techniques, installation of residential heating systems and performing commercial boiler maintenance.

Prepare for a career in the service, installation/design, consulting and sales of residential and industrial heating systems. As a Harper student, you’ll also be highly regarded by local employers who routinely seek out recent graduates to hire.

This 19-credit-hour certificate in refrigeration service will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to perform preventative maintenance service and repairs on residential and commercial refrigeration systems. You’ll learn practical applications to help you perform system diagnostics and develop troubleshooting techniques.

Get hands-on experience working with more than 70 pieces of commercial and residential equipment in the HVAC/R Open Lab. The lab is open six days per week, making it easy to set a class schedule that fits your needs.

This comprehensive, 61-credit-hour degree program gives you the technical and industrial expertise needed to begin a successful career as a heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration installer and/or service technician.

Careers in the HVAC/R field are constantly in demand. Graduates of this program can explore multiple job options in the areas of service, installation/design, consulting, sales, and more. Harper’s accredited HVAC/R program has a strong reputation among employers, and many companies routinely recruit students and recent graduates for full-time jobs.

Develop advanced knowledge in residential comfort systems with this 19-credit-hour certificate. You’ll learn about the maintenance and repairs of residential heating and cooling systems and also receive an introduction to duct design, sheet metal fabrication and equipment selection to improve indoor air quality.

Classes are taught in our modern, state-of-the-art HVAC/R Open Lab and focus on the planning, installation, and start-up procedure of residential HVAC systems.

Take the first step in your HVAC/R career with this 19-credit-hour certificate program designed to provide you with the skills necessary to perform preventative maintenance and repairs to residential heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.

The six courses in this program emphasize practical application for performing system diagnostics and developing troubleshooting techniques.

This certificate provides a strong introduction to Harper College’s HVAC/R program, which is highly regarded by local employers.

Take the first step toward entering the field of architecture with this 6-credit-hour certificate program focused on CAD drafting.

Ideal for beginning students just entering the architecture field as a drafter or CAD operator, this is also an ideal program for professionals looking to develop skills in the area of CAD drafting.

Courses are taught by licensed professionals who are experts in their fields. You’ll learn how to navigate the CAD software packages that are currently in demand in today’s modern workplace.

Take the next step toward a career in electrical maintenance with this 8-credit-hour certificate program. Focusing on equipment operation, application, installation and servicing, this program gives you a basic overview of all aspects of the electrical maintenance field. By completing this program, you’ll be ready to seek entry-level employment in an electrical installation and service position, or qualify for a job in other related facilities or industrial electronics maintenance areas.

Classes include introductory electronics, electrical wiring and industrial control systems. All courses are taught by skilled instructors who are experts in the electrical maintenance field.

Develop manufacturing skills in welding and machining with this 18-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll study welding theory and get extensive practice in major arc welding processes. The program also provides an overview of machine shop theory and the practical application to the maintenance and fabrication industry.

Get experience working from blueprints and learn how to fabricate and repair small parts used in a variety of industrial applications. Take classes in prints and schematics, machining processes and welding. All classes are taught by skilled instructors who are extremely knowledgeable in the manufacturing field.

Prepare for a career in the modern manufacturing world with this AAS degree program, which will teach you how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain high-tech manufacturing equipment. Choose from four specializations in mechatronics/automation, precision machining, metal fabrication and supply chain management.

Learn a variety of skills, including manufacturing and safety, inventory management, demand planning, welding, advanced blueprint reading, manufacturing processes, prints and schematics, properties of materials, industrial electronics maintenance and more. All courses are taught by skilled instructors who are experts in the manufacturing technology field.

Take the next step in a fulfilling career in education and enroll in this 18-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to work as an assistant teacher in a
licensed child-care facility. Harper College is known for providing teachers with a high-quality education, and graduates of this program are routinely sought after by local employers.

You’ll take courses in areas such as introduction to early childhood education, child development, assessment and guidance, principles of early child curriculum, health, nutrition and safety, and child-family-community. Additionally, you’ll get hands-on experience working with children under the direction of skilled educational professionals in the Harper College Early Childhood Laboratory School, an on-site preschool facility.

Begin your career as an educator with the 15-credit-hour Infant/Toddler Teacher Assistant program. This certificate provides you with foundational training in infant/toddler care and education.

You’ll take courses focused on areas such as child development; infant/toddler programs; principles of early childhood curriculum; and health, nutrition and safety. Additionally, you’ll get hands-on experience working with children at the Harper College Early Childhood Laboratory School, an on-site preschool, where you’ll train under the guidance of certified education professionals.

Prepare for a career as a paraprofessional educator by completing this 31-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to work with children in non-title I positions in K-12 public or private schools.

Also known as instructional assistants or teacher’s aides, paraprofessional educators work in a variety of settings such as classrooms, computer labs and the outdoors. They assist with tasks including instruction, grading assignments, supervision and child development.

Take classes in educational psychology, students with disabilities in school, diversity in schools and society, technology in education, child development, children’s literature and more. All courses are taught by expert faculty who are extremely knowledgeable in the field of education.

Develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a paraprofessional educator with this 62-credit-hour degree program. Paraprofessional educators (also commonly known as teacher’s aides or instructional assistants) work in a variety of settings such as classrooms, computer labs and the outdoors. Their work includes assisting with instruction, grading assignments, supervision and child development.

Take classes in education, psychology, child development, students with disabilities in schools, technology in education, children’s literature, diversity in schools and society, language arts in elementary/middle school teaching and more. All courses are taught by expert faculty who are extremely knowledgeable in the field of education.

Prepare for a career as a community health worker with this 16-credit-hour certificate program.

Take classes in community health, helping skills in human services, medical terminology, multiculturalism in the helping professions and more.

This program will prepare you for a career as a community health worker, health advocate, or patient navigator at a community-based organization.

Prepare for work in a variety of facilities for young children with this 60-credit-hour Early Childhood Education degree. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to launch a successful teaching career.

Focus areas of study include promoting child development and learning, building family and community relationships, using developmentally effective approaches to connect with children and families and using content knowledge to develop meaningful curriculum. You’ll also get hands-on experience working with children at Harper’s Child Care Learning Center, an on-site preschool facility where you’ll receive guidance and feedback from certified teaching professionals.

Prepare for work in a variety of facilities for young children with this 60-credit-hour Early Childhood Education degree. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to launch a successful teaching career.

Focus areas of study include promoting child development and learning, building family and community relationships, using developmentally effective approaches to connect with children and families and using content knowledge to develop meaningful curriculum. You’ll also get hands-on experience working with children at Harper’s Child Care Learning Center, an on-site preschool facility where you’ll receive guidance and feedback from certified teaching professionals.

Take the next step in a fulfilling career in education and enroll in this 18-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to work as an assistant teacher in a
licensed child-care facility. Harper College is known for providing teachers with a high-quality education, and graduates of this program are routinely sought after by local employers.

You’ll take courses in areas such as introduction to early childhood education, child development, assessment and guidance, principles of early child curriculum, health, nutrition and safety, and child-family-community. Additionally, you’ll get hands-on experience working with children under the direction of skilled educational professionals in the Harper College Early Childhood Laboratory School, an on-site preschool facility.

Complete this 36-credit-hour certificate program in Early Childhood Education—Family Child Care II to qualify for the Illinois Family Child Care Credential Level 3.

Courses focus on a variety of topics, including child development, principles of early childhood curriculum, family child care management, and students with disabilities in school. You’ll also complete classes in composition, mathematics and psychology. The Harper College Child Care Learning Center, an on-site preschool facility, will give you hands-on experience working with children under the guidance of certified teaching professionals.

This 30-credit-hour program will prepare you to lead an infant/toddler classroom. You’ll learn about childhood development, assessment, health and safety, and more.

Prepare for a teaching career with this 30-credit-hour certificate program.

Take classes in areas such as introduction to early childhood education; child development, assessment and guidance; principles of early child curriculum; health, nutrition and safety; child-family-community and students with disabilities in school. You’ll also obtain hands-on experience working with children under the direction of skilled educational professionals in the Harper College Early Childhood Laboratory School, an on-site preschool facility.

Prepare for a career in the field of emergency medical services with this 70-credit-hour degree program, which is based at Northwest Community Hospital. Train to become an EMT or paramedic and develop the skills and knowledge needed to take charge and provide critical life support at the scene of an emergency.

Take classes in human anatomy, emergency medical technician training, paramedic preparatory, medical emergencies, physical assessment, trauma/special populations/EMS operations and more. You’ll also complete a hospital internship program.

Develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become an entry-level emergency medical technician with this 9-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll receive an overview of the Basic Life Support (BLS) process as defined by the National EMS Education Standards. Upon graduation, you’ll qualify to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Exam.

This program is located at Northwest Community Hospital. Courses in the program are taught by skilled instructors who are experts in the emergency medical services field.

Get ready for a career as a paramedic with this 38-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll develop the knowledge and skills necessary to qualify for the IDPH paramedic licensure exam or national registry certification to obtain an entry-level position as a paramedic.

This program is based at Northwest Community Hospital and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs www.caahep.org upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions.

During the program, you’ll receive a mix of classroom and lab instruction, along with hospital-based and field-based clinical experiences under the direct supervision of qualified instructors. You’ll also get experience with a wide variety of patients, including observation and/or direct patient care in an EMS System hospital and on ALS vehicles. All courses are taught by expert instructors with vast knowledge of the paramedic and emergency medical services fields.

Get a comprehensive overview of fire science technology with this 60-credit-hour associate's degree program. You’ll prepare for the fire department application process and for positions in industrial safety, fire prevention, insurance investigation, fire investigation, hazardous material spills and public education. The program is applicable to both current firefighters and fire officers, as well as those individuals interested in entering the fire service field.

Take classes in fundamentals of fire and emergency services, fire behavior and combustion, fire prevention principles, firefighting strategies and tactics, hazardous materials, emergency services safety, building construction for fire protection and more.

Get specialized training in forensic science with this 17-credit-hour certificate program, which is designed specifically for individuals in the public safety field interested in advanced forensic science instruction. Forensic science technicians are responsible for processing evidence at crime scenes, along with identifying, collecting and preserving physical evidence to support law enforcement activities.

In this program, you’ll learn the proper techniques of identifying, collecting and packaging physical evidence associated with crime scenes and come to understand the importance of proper evidence handling.

Prepare for a career in forensic science with this 60-credit-hour degree program. Forensic technicians are trained in identifying, gathering and preserving evidence, playing a critical role in the criminal justice system. As a student in this program, you’ll learn the legal and scientific aspects of evidence, methods of crime scene searches and procedures for locating and preserving evidence.

Take classes in fire behavior and combustion, criminal justice, chemistry, criminal procedures, hazardous materials, investigative process, leadership and ethics for law enforcement, forensics and more.

Prepare for a career in law enforcement and justice administration with this 61-credit-hour degree program. This is an ideal program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the law enforcement field. The program also meets the specific entry-level requirements for becoming a law enforcement officer in the State of Illinois.

Take courses in criminal justice, criminal law, juvenile justice, forensics, corrections, patrol procedures, organized crime and more. All classes are taught by expert instructors who have practical knowledge and experience in their respective fields.

Prepare for a career in law enforcement and justice administration with this 61-credit-hour degree program. This is an ideal program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the law enforcement field. The program also meets the specific entry-level requirements for becoming a law enforcement officer in the State of Illinois.

Take courses in criminal justice, criminal law, juvenile justice, forensics, corrections, patrol procedures, organized crime and more. All classes are taught by expert instructors who have practical knowledge and experience in their respective fields.

Get a comprehensive overview of the paralegal studies field with this 24-credit-hour certificate program. This post-degree program is designed for individuals currently employed or employable in the legal field, or those with legal experience who could benefit from this specialty option.

Take courses in paralegal studies, fundamentals of legal research, litigation, today’s law office and computer-assisted legal research. All courses are taught by experienced instructors who are experts in their respective fields. You’ll also complete a paralegal studies internship before finishing the program.

Prepare for a rewarding career in the legal field with this 60-credit-hour degree program in paralegal studies. Approved by the American Bar Association, this program will help you develop the knowledge and skills needed to conduct many significant tasks that assist lawyers with their day-to-day work.

Paralegals conduct legal research and investigations, detail work related to probate matters, prepare tax forms and returns, search public and court records, assist with office management, prepare legal forms and more.

Take courses in paralegal studies, technical and report writing, fundamentals of legal research, litigation, family law, real property law, contract law, contract and securities law and more. All courses are taught by experienced instructors who are experts in the field of paralegal studies.

Prepare for a career as a certified nursing assistant with this 6-credit-hour certificate program.

You’ll learn basic skills needed to assist nurses in the care of patients across a wide variety of health care settings and provide basic bedside care such as eating, dressing and bathing.

Get hands-on experience practicing your skills in Harper College’s Nursing Laboratory, a state-of-the-art simulated clinical environment.

After completing the program, you’ll qualify for full-time employment in long-term care facilities, home health agencies, hospitals and other settings. Course credit earned for this program can be applied to the Nursing AAS Degree program.

Explore a career in computed tomography (CT) with this 16-credit-hour certificate program. Designed for registered radiologic technologists, this program teaches you how to produce cross-sectional images of the body utilizing CT equipment to diagnose abnormalities that are difficult to evaluate with conventional radiography.

Study the physics and instrumentation of CT, clinical procedures and protocols, patient care and radiation safety. After graduating and successfully passing your qualifying exam, you can explore career opportunities in a variety of health-care settings.

This Associate in Applied Science degree prepares you to secure their American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography credential and entry-level work in the adult echo specialty area. You also receive instruction in basic vascular sonography as well as EKG related diagnostic testing. A clinical hospital experience in echocardiography is provided.

A diagnostic medical sonographer is a highly-skilled professional who uses specialized ultrasound equipment to record visual images of internal structures of the abdomen, pelvis and neck. They work in hospitals and out-patient settings producing these ultrasounds to assist the physician in diagnosing disease.

This degree prepares you to secure their American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography credentials and entry-level work in the abdomen and obstetrics/gynecology specialty areas. You also receive instruction in vascular sonography. A clinical hospital experience in abdominal, small parts, vascular, obstetrical and gynecological ultrasound is provided.

Take this 4-credit-hour certificate program to become a Registered Mammography Technologist. Designed for those individuals who are already registered radiologic technologists, this certificate will give you additional skills in the theory and practice of mammography, a non-invasive procedure that assists in the detection of breast cancer.

You’ll work alongside skilled instructors who are experts in the mammography field. Upon completion of the program, you’ll qualify to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry examination in mammography.

Harper College's 81-credit-hour Dental Hygiene Program is a full-time, five-semester career program leading to an Associate of Applied Science degree.

Harper College is a great place to begin your career in dental hygiene. You'll get hands-on experience working in the Dental Hygiene Clinic, which is equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Practice your skills on patients who come to the clinic for dental hygiene care.

In 2016 and 2017, 100% of the graduates of Harper’s Dental Hygiene Program passed both the American Dental Association’s National Board Dental Hygiene Examination and the Commission on Dental Competency Assessment’s Clinical Board Examination.

Prepare for a career as a health care office manager with this comprehensive, 60-credit-hour degree program. You’ll develop the skills necessary to manage day-to-day operations of a medical facility. Upon graduation, you can obtain employment in medical offices, clinics, extended care facilities, home health care agencies or various departments with acute-care settings.

You’ll take a variety of courses designed to give you a thorough understanding of health care office management. Areas of study include health care technology and informatics, medical terminology, health care records management, legal and ethical issues in health care, math applications in health care, principles of health insurance billing and health care office management. During the final semester of the program, you’ll also complete a medical office capstone project.

Earn your degree and prepare for a career in health information technology with this AAS degree program. Study biological sciences, medical record coding and classification systems, health informatics and health information management.

Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to obtain full-time employment as a health information technician, which is a key member of the health care team. Health information technicians ensure the quality of medical records and analyze patient data to improve patient care and control costs. They work in a range of settings, from hospitals and long-term care facilities to cancer registries, managed care organizations and physician offices.

After graduating, you’ll be eligible to take the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) exam.

Harper College's 36-credit-hour Medical Assistant Certificate program provides training in a variety of administrative and clerical tasks to facilitate physicians’ work. You'll gain skills in patient communication, computer functions, and record keeping, along with clinical skills such as assisting with examinations, treatments, diagnostic testing, patient education and preparation/administration of medications. Other areas of study include legal and ethical issues in health care, maintaining patient confidentiality and principles of insurance billing.

Get ready for a career in the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) field by completing this 16-credit-hour certificate program. Designed for registered radiologic technologists, this program will teach you how to produce cross-sectional images of the body utilizing magnetic resonance equipment to diagnose abnormalities that are difficult to evaluate with conventional radiography.

This program combines clinical and didactic experiences to give you the knowledge and skills needed to become an entry-level MRI technologist. Learn about the physics and instrumentation of magnetic imaging, clinical procedures and protocols, patient care and safety. Upon completion of the program, you’ll qualify to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) MRI registry examination.

After graduating and successfully passing your MRI exam, you can explore career opportunities in health care facilities including hospitals and clinics, specialized imaging centers, urgent care clinics, and physician offices.

Harper College's 36-credit-hour Medical Assistant Certificate program provides training in a variety of administrative and clerical tasks to facilitate physicians’ work. You'll gain skills in patient communication, computer functions, and record keeping, along with clinical skills such as assisting with examinations, treatments, diagnostic testing, patient education and preparation/administration of medications. Other areas of study include legal and ethical issues in health care, maintaining patient confidentiality and principles of insurance billing.

Prepare for immediate entry into a phlebotomy career with this 8-credit-hour certificate program, which will teach you the techniques, procedures and safety precautions of drawing blood from patients or donors for diagnostic testing. After graduating from this program, you’ll be ready to begin a phlebotomist career in a wide variety of health care settings such as hospitals, hospital laboratories, physician offices, clinics, blood banks, commercial laboratories or other similar facilities.

Training consists of a mixture of lectures, on-site student laboratories and a clinical internship at a local health care facility. Other focus areas of study include ethical and legal responsibilities, safe practices and effective communication skills.

Get ready for a career as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) with this 68-credit-hour degree program.

Learn how to provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Get experience treating patients of all ages with various medical conditions. Take classes in human anatomy, medical terminology, therapeutic modalities, advanced interventions, manual techniques for the physical therapist assistant and more. Courses are taught by skilled instructors who are extremely knowledgeable in the physical therapy field.

Upon completion of the program, you’ll be eligible to take the National Physical Therapist Examination (NPTE) for licensure as a PTA.

Prepare to become a practical nurse with this 38-credit-hour certificate program, which will give you the skills needed to provide safe care for a diverse population of clients. Nursing is a rapidly growing field, and you’ll qualify for a wide variety of employment opportunities within the industry after graduating from this program.

Learn from highly trained faculty members who regularly engage in professional development opportunities to provide cutting-edge teaching methods and clinical information. Practice your skills in Harper College’s Nursing Laboratory, a state-of-the-art simulated clinical environment.

Prepare for a career in radiologic technology with this full-time, two-year degree program. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to qualify for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam and become a registered radiologic technologist. You may also apply for licensure with the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety (IDNS) as a requirement for employment in the state.

After completing the program and successfully passing your qualifying exam, you can explore career opportunities in radiologic technology in several health-care settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and specialized imaging centers. As a graduate technologist, you can also apply for licensure with the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety (IDNS).

Prepare for a career in surgical technology with this 62-credit-hour degree program. Working closely with surgeons, surgical technologists provide ensure that the operating room is fully prepared with surgical instruments, properly functioning equipment and environmental conditions that maximize patient safety.

Develop the skills needed to begin a career in the manufacturing/precision machining industry with this 19-credit-hour certificate program. The Computer Numerical Control Operator I certificate focuses on skills used in a modern machine shop. You’ll learn about blueprint reading, get an introduction to conventional machine tool theory and receive an introduction to general CNC operations.

Take classes in machining processes, introduction to CNC machining, CNC lathe operation and programming, prints and schematics, basic technical mathematics and more. All courses are taught by skilled instructors who are experts in their respective fields.

Continue your training as a CNC operator with this 27-credit-hour certificate program. The program is designed to further develop your CNC operation skills and prepare you to advance your career in precision machining.

Take classes in machining processes, introduction to CNC machining, CNC lathe/mill operation and programming, machining blueprints, advanced CNC, properties of materials, prints and schematics and basic technical mathematics. All courses are taught by skilled instructors who are experts in their respective fields.

Prepare for a career in the modern manufacturing world with this AAS degree program, which will teach you how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain high-tech manufacturing equipment. Choose from four specializations in mechatronics/automation, precision machining, metal fabrication and supply chain management.

Learn a variety of skills, including manufacturing and safety, inventory management, demand planning, welding, advanced blueprint reading, manufacturing processes, prints and schematics, properties of materials, industrial electronics maintenance and more. All courses are taught by skilled instructors who are experts in the manufacturing technology field.

Get ready for a career in electronics engineering technology with this 60-credit-hour degree program. Learn how to operate and install equipment, handle materials, set up electrical wiring and codes, understand basic electric/magnetic/electromagnetic field relationships and more. Upon graduation from the program, you’ll qualify for entry-level employment in positions such as engineering laboratory technicians, electricians and facilities maintenance technicians.

Take classes in introductory electronics, AC/DC/RF network analysis, precalculus, algebra, semiconductor devices and circuits, physics, communications systems, analog electronics, embedded microcontroller/processor systems and more.

Get ready for a career in electronics engineering technology with this 60-credit-hour degree program. Learn how to operate and install equipment, handle materials, set up electrical wiring and codes, understand basic electric/magnetic/electromagnetic field relationships and more. Upon graduation from the program, you’ll qualify for entry-level employment in positions such as engineering laboratory technicians, electricians and facilities maintenance technicians.

Take classes in introductory electronics, AC/DC/RF network analysis, precalculus, algebra, semiconductor devices and circuits, physics, communications systems, analog electronics, embedded microcontroller/processor systems and more.

Plan for a career in electronics or other technology-related industries with this 16-credit-hour certificate program. This flexible program allows you to customize your curriculum by choosing from variety of courses across many different areas of technology and electronics. After graduating from the program, you’ll be ready to seek entry-level employment in technical sales, manufacturing, quality control or customer service.

Take classes such as AC/DC/RF network analysis, semiconductor devices and circuits, introductory electronics, digital electronics, analog electronics, communications systems, industrial control systems, embedded microcontroller/processor systems and more. Credit earned for this program can be applied to the Electronics Engineering Technology AAS Degree.

Get ready for a career in industrial electronics maintenance with this 16-credit-hour certificate program. Focusing on equipment operation, application, installation and servicing, this program will prepare you to seek entry-level employment as an electrical technician, electrician apprentice, electrician or facilities/plant maintenance technician.

Take classes such as introductory electronics, electrical wiring, industrial control systems, optics and sensors, AC/DC motors, programmable logic controllers and more. All courses are taught by skilled instructors who are experts in the industrial electronics maintenance field.

Prepare for a career in the modern manufacturing world with this AAS degree program, which will teach you how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain high-tech manufacturing equipment. Choose from four specializations in mechatronics/automation, precision machining, metal fabrication and supply chain management.

Learn a variety of skills, including manufacturing and safety, inventory management, demand planning, welding, advanced blueprint reading, manufacturing processes, prints and schematics, properties of materials, industrial electronics maintenance and more. All courses are taught by skilled instructors who are experts in the manufacturing technology field.

Develop the skills and knowledge needed to begin a successful career in industrial electronics, facilities maintenance and other technology maintenance fields with this 24-credit-hour certificate program in mechatronics. Focusing on equipment operation, application, installation and servicing, the program ensures that you’ll be well-prepared to seek entry-level employment after graduation in positions such as electrical technician, electrician and facilities/plant maintenance technician.

Take classes including introductory electronics, introductory industrial electronics maintenance, programmable logic controllers, electrical wiring, industrial control systems, variable frequency drives, radio frequency ID systems, industrial motor controls and more. All courses are taught by skilled instructors who are experts in the mechatronics field.

Get an overview of basic maintenance principles with this 18-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to seek entry-level employment in the building and residential maintenance industries.

Take classes in electrical wiring, prints and schematics, carpentry, plumbing, machining processes, basic technical mathematics, heating principles and more. All classes are taught by skilled instructors who are extremely knowledgeable in the maintenance field.

Learn about various aspects of commercial maintenance with this 34-credit-hour certificate program. This is an ideal program for someone interested in entering the more advanced fields of commercial and industrial maintenance.

Take classes in electrical wiring, prints and schematics, carpentry, plumbing, small equipment maintenance, heating principles, welding, machining processes, fire prevention principles, refrigeration fundamentals and more.

Harper College is an ideal place to study commercial maintenance. All academic programs reflect current workforce needs and are designed to give you the skills needed to get out and succeed in the workplace.

Get ready for a career in maintenance technology with this 60-credit-hour degree program. Almost all organizations employ skilled maintenance workers and managers to create safe and sound facilities from which to run their operations. After graduating from this program, you’ll be well-prepared to take on roles in building maintenance as directors, managers or operators for industrial and commercial properties.

Take classes in electrical wiring, prints and schematics, carpentry, plumbing, heating principles, welding, mechanical and energy conservation codes, principles of supervision and more. All classes are taught by skilled instructors who are extremely knowledgeable in all areas of maintenance technology.

Get ready for a career in manufacturing production with this 16-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll develop the core competencies of manufacturing and graduate ready to secure entry-level positions in the manufacturing industry.

Take classes in manufacturing and safety, quality and measurement, manufacturing processes, manufacturing maintenance and more. All courses are taught by skilled instructors who are experts in the manufacturing production field.

At Harper, you'll get hands-on experience working with and programming state-of-the-art manufacturing machinery, and will be eligible for certification assessments upon completion of the program.

Get the experience needed to launch a career as a computer support technician with this nine-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll receive an overview on installing, configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting computer hardware and operating systems. Upon completion of this program, you’ll be ready to take the CompTIA IT Fundamentals and A+ certification exams and qualify for entry-level jobs as a computer support technician.

Courses include IT fundamentals, A+ hardware and A+ operating systems technologies. All classes are taught by multidisciplinary faculty who are experts in their fields. Many courses are offered online or in blended formats, giving you added flexibility.

Take the first step toward a successful career in information technology by completing this comprehensive degree program. Choose from two distinct 60-credit-hour tracks to specialize in the area of information technology that’s of most interest to you.

In the computer support program, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to obtain an entry-level position as a computer support technician. Courses focus on information systems and networking. The network administration track concentrates on building the necessary skills for a career in information technology/computer networking. You’ll work alongside multidisciplinary faculty who are experts in their fields. Many courses are offered online or in blended formats, giving you added flexibility.

Harper College is a great place to study information technology. Three large open computer labs are staffed with certified IT Student Support Assistants who can assist with CIS, CAS and NET coursework. Many classes are designed to prepare you to complete IT industry certifications in programming, networking, server administration, security and more.

Prepare for a career as an IT support technician with this 18-credit-hour certificate program. Get hands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting computer hardware, operating systems and basic network infrastructure, and learn how to provide high-quality end-user support. The program will prepare you to take the CompTIA IT Fundamentals, A+, Network+, HDI Desktop Support Technician and ITIL Foundation certification exams. You’ll then qualify for entry-level jobs as computer and network support technicians and service desk representatives.

Take classes in business software packages, IT fundamentals, A+ hardware, A+ operating systems technologies, computer networking and service desk/service management. All courses are taught by multidisciplinary faculty who are experts in their fields. Many courses are offered online or in blended formats, giving you added flexibility.

Prepare for a successful career in information systems by completing this 60-credit-hour degree program. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to obtain an entry-level data analysis, data management, software or web development position in the field of information systems after graduation.

Take classes in business software packages, computer information systems, computer logic and programming technology, computer science, web foundations, Internet protocols and more. Many courses are offered online or in blended formats, giving you added flexibility.

Harper College is a great place to study information systems. Three large open computer labs are staffed with certified IT Student Support Assistants who can assist with CIS, CAS and NET coursework. Many classes are designed to prepare you to complete IT industry certifications in programming, networking, server administration, security and more.

Prepare for a successful career in information systems by completing this 60-credit-hour degree program. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to obtain an entry-level data analysis, data management, software or web development position in the field of information systems after graduation.

Take classes in business software packages, computer information systems, computer logic and programming technology, computer science, web foundations, Internet protocols and more. Many courses are offered online or in blended formats, giving you added flexibility.

Harper College is a great place to study information systems. Three large open computer labs are staffed with certified IT Student Support Assistants who can assist with CIS, CAS and NET coursework. Many classes are designed to prepare you to complete IT industry certifications in programming, networking, server administration, security and more.

Take the first step toward a successful career in information technology by completing this comprehensive degree program. Choose from two distinct 60-credit-hour tracks to specialize in the area of information technology that’s of most interest to you.

In the computer support program, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to obtain an entry-level position as a computer support technician. Courses focus on information systems and networking. The network administration track concentrates on building the necessary skills for a career in information technology/computer networking. You’ll work alongside multidisciplinary faculty who are experts in their fields. Many courses are offered online or in blended formats, giving you added flexibility.

Harper College is a great place to study information technology. Three large open computer labs are staffed with certified IT Student Support Assistants who can assist with CIS, CAS and NET coursework. Many classes are designed to prepare you to complete IT industry certifications in programming, networking, server administration, security and more.

Prepare for a career in network administration with this 12-credit- hour certificate program. Get hands-on experience in Cisco, Linux, Microsoft and network security administration. The program prepares you to take Cisco CCENT, CompTIA, Linux+, Security+ and Microsoft MTA certification exams. You’ll also qualify for entry-level jobs as a network support specialist.

Take classes in Linux administration, Windows server administration, Cisco networking (CCENT) and IT security. All courses are taught by multidisciplinary faculty who are experts in their fields. Many courses are offered online or in blended formats, giving you added flexibility.

Develop the skills needed to begin a career as a network support technician with this 12-credit-hour certificate program. Get hands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting basic network infrastructure. This program will prepare you to take the CompTIA IT Fundamentals, A+ and Network+ certification exams. You’ll also qualify for entry-level jobs as a network support technician.

Classes include IT fundamentals, A+ hardware, A+ operating systems technologies and computer networking. All courses are taught by multidisciplinary faculty who are experts in their fields. Many courses are offered online or in blended formats, giving you added flexibility.

Take the first step towards a successful career in software development by completing this 23-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to obtain an entry-level position in the software development field.

Courses include business software packages, computer information systems, computer logistics and programming technology, database systems, computer science and Web foundations. All classes are taught by multidisciplinary faculty who are experts in their fields. Many courses are offered online or in blended formats, giving you added flexibility.

Harper College features three large open computer labs that are staffed with certified IT Student Support Assistants who can assist with CIS, CAS and NET coursework. Many classes are designed to prepare you to complete IT industry certifications in programming, networking, server administration, security and more.

Harper College's associate's degree in web development prepares you for a career developing websites, mobile experiences, and interactive user interfaces.

You’ll produce professional web solutions and learn about the technical aspects of website development. You'll also build a foundation in website design and create various communications and interactive web solutions. The program will also give you an introduction to graphic rich media, web and multimedia design technologies and front-end development.

Choose one of two specializations: Web Development or Web Design and Interactive Media (see below).

Harper College's associate's degree in web development prepares you for a career developing websites, mobile experiences, and interactive user interfaces.

You’ll produce professional web solutions and learn about the technical aspects of website development. You'll also build a foundation in website design and create various communications and interactive web solutions. The program will also give you an introduction to graphic rich media, web and multimedia design technologies and front-end development.

Choose one of two specializations: Web Development or Web Design and Interactive Media (see below).

Prepare for a career in the food service industry with this 32-credit-hour certificate program in culinary arts. Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to seek entry-level employment as a cook or chef's assistant.

Take classes in quantity bread and pastry arts, food standards and sanitation, menu planning, classical baking, cake decoration, food prep/production, introduction to the hospitality industry, dining room operations, garde manger, purchasing and storage, restaurant layout and equipment, wine/spirits/beverage management and more. All courses are taught by knowledgeable instructors who are experts in their fields.

Harper College is a great place to advance your education and explore various career paths that might interest you. Certificate programs like this one are extremely affordable, and you may qualify for an apprenticeship program which will allow you to graduate debt-free and have a full-time job lined up after graduation. You can also engage with the campus community by participating in leadership programs, honors classes, social events, concerts, entertainment, athletics and more than 60 student organizations.

Get ready to begin a career in food service management by completing this 26-credit-hour certificate program. This program will prepare you for full-time employment in a management role within the food service industry.

Classes include introduction to the hospitality industry, dining room operations, food standards and sanitation, restaurant layout and equipment, purchasing and storage, hospitality supervision, hospitality law and risk management, menu planning and more. All courses are taught by knowledgeable instructors who are experts in their fields.

Begin your career in the hospitality industry with this 60-credit-hour degree program. Choose from two distinctive tracts in food service operations or hotel management operations.

Hospitality management is a rapidly growing field, and employers are in search of skilled individuals with solid training in these areas.

In both tracts, you’ll focus on the techniques and technology of the hospitality industry from a management point of view. Food service operations students take courses in fundamentals of nutrition, food standards and sanitation, menu planning, restaurant layout and operations, dining room operations and more. Hotel operations management students take classes in front office operations, hospitality law and risk management, purchasing and storage, hospitality facility maintenance and more.

Take the first step toward a career in the graphic arts industry with this 27-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll develop a foundation of knowledge in the graphic arts and print industries, gaining hands-on experience working with the latest computer software and understanding current production techniques.

Classes focus on graphic arts technology, desktop publishing,
digital imaging, press operations, digital illustration, web foundations, page layout, packaging/finishing/distribution and more.

Learn about electronic prepress and become skilled using the latest graphic arts software with this 30-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll take classes in topics such as introduction to graphic arts technology, graphic arts desktop publishing, digital imaging, color management, press operations, digital illustration, WordPress and mobile technologies, web foundations, page layout and prepress production.

In addition to working with knowledgeable instructors who are experts in their fields, you’ll get additional experience sharpening your skills in one of Harper College’s three state-of-the-art graphic arts labs. Each of the labs are equipped with Mac computers and the latest creative software. On-site printing presses give you hands-on experience in all areas of graphic arts production.

Start your career in graphic arts technology with this associate degree program. The program offers specializations in Graphic Design, Package Design, Print Graphics and Web Design.

Take classes covering the full range graphic arts technology from graphic design, digital illustration and photography to press operations, color management and web development.

You’ll work closely with knowledgeable instructors who are experts in their fields. Also, you’ll enhance your skills working in one of Harper College’s three state-of-the-art graphic arts labs,
which are equipped with Mac computers and the latest creative software. On-site printing presses give you hands-on experience in all areas of graphic arts production. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to begin a career in the visual communication industry or transfer to a four-year degree program.

Start your career in graphic arts technology with this associate degree program. The program offers specializations in Graphic Design, Package Design, Print Graphics and Web Design.

Take classes covering the full range graphic arts technology from graphic design, digital illustration and photography to press operations, color management and web development.

You’ll work closely with knowledgeable instructors who are experts in their fields. Also, you’ll enhance your skills working in one of Harper College’s three state-of-the-art graphic arts labs,
which are equipped with Mac computers and the latest creative software. On-site printing presses give you hands-on experience in all areas of graphic arts production. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to begin a career in the visual communication industry or transfer to a four-year degree program.

Start your career in graphic arts technology with this associate degree program. The program offers specializations in Graphic Design, Package Design, Print Graphics and Web Design.

Take classes covering the full range graphic arts technology from graphic design, digital illustration and photography to press operations, color management and web development.

You’ll work closely with knowledgeable instructors who are experts in their fields. Also, you’ll enhance your skills working in one of Harper College’s three state-of-the-art graphic arts labs,
which are equipped with Mac computers and the latest creative software. On-site printing presses give you hands-on experience in all areas of graphic arts production. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to begin a career in the visual communication industry or transfer to a four-year degree program.

Start your career in graphic arts technology with this associate degree program. The program offers specializations in Graphic Design, Package Design, Print Graphics and Web Design.

Take classes covering the full range graphic arts technology from graphic design, digital illustration and photography to press operations, color management and web development.

You’ll work closely with knowledgeable instructors who are experts in their fields. Also, you’ll enhance your skills working in one of Harper College’s three state-of-the-art graphic arts labs,
which are equipped with Mac computers and the latest creative software. On-site printing presses give you hands-on experience in all areas of graphic arts production. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to begin a career in the visual communication industry or transfer to a four-year degree program.

Develop a strong foundation in graphic arts web design with this 30-credit-hour certificate program, where you’ll gain the skills needed to design a variety of materials for print and web media. Take beginner-level classes in graphic arts technology, digital imaging, desktop publishing, Internet fundamentals, WordPress and mobile technologies, web multimedia and more.

Work side-by-side with knowledgeable instructors who are skilled professionals in their respective fields. You can also enhance your skills by working in one of Harper College’s three
state-of-the-art graphic arts labs.