Imperial Valley College

The Engine Repair and Machinist Specialization Certificate of Achievement program is designed to prepare students for
employment as Engine Repair and Machinist Specialists. The program will provide the necessary skills and knowledge through
the use of modern tools and equipment to repair automotive engines and perform specialty work in machine shops. Students
will learn to use honing and boring machines and motor balancing. Students will be working with high performance engines
as well as using blueprint measurements. This program will prepare students for employment in the following elds: general
mechanics, engine specialist, engine machinist specialist and high performance engine applications. In addition, the students
will gain the necessary knowledge and preparation to pursue the State of California Emission Control License. Upon successful
completions of this program, students will be prepared to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams for Engine
Repair (Test A1), and Machinist Specialist (M1, M2, and M3).

The Transmission and Power Train Specialization Certicate of Achievement is designed to prepare students for employment as
Automatic Transmission and Power Train Specialists. The program will provide the necessary skills and knowledge through the use
of modern tools and equipment to diagnose and repair automatic and manual transmissions using the latest technology
applications. In addition students will learn to use electronic diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electronic transmission units.
This program will prepare students for employment in the following elds: transmission specialists, transmission installers, and
repair technicians. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be prepared to take Automotive Service Excellence
(ASE) exams for Automatic Transmissions (Test A2) and Manual Drive Transmission (Test A3).

The Automotive Technology program at IVC emphasizes a real world
approach to diagnostic skill building and a thorough understanding
of system theory and operations. This is accomplished through the
use of computer programs, audiovisuals, and hands-on experience
with mockups and modern vehicles. Automotive fundamentals are
developed with a generalist approach emphasizing independence
in self-directed learning. Professionalism, workplace skills and
responsibilities are stressed along with safety and an awareness
of hazardous materials control. The Automotive Department
encourages both women and men to participate in this rewarding
profession.

The Automotive Technology program at IVC emphasizes a real world
approach to diagnostic skill building and a thorough understanding
of system theory and operations. This is accomplished through the
use of computer programs, audiovisuals, and hands-on experience
with mockups and modern vehicles. Automotive fundamentals are
developed with a generalist approach emphasizing independence
in self-directed learning. Professionalism, workplace skills and
responsibilities are stressed along with safety and an awareness
of hazardous materials control. The Automotive Department
encourages both women and men to participate in this rewarding
profession.

This program is designed to prepare students for entry level employment in the area of Automotive Brakes, Suspension,
and Steering. The program will provide the student the necessary skills and knowledge demanded of the modern
automotive brakes, suspension, and steering systems. This program will prepare students for employment in the
following technical and professional elds: automotive brakes, automotive suspension, steering wheel, and four wheel
alignment technicians. In addition, the student will gain the necessary knowledge and preparation to pursue the State
Brake License. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be prepared to take Automotive Service
Excellence (ASE), Exams for Automotive Brake (Test A4), and Automotive Suspension (Test A5).

This program is designed to prepare students for entry level employment in the area of automotive electrical/electronic and
air conditioning technology. The program will provide the necessary skills and knowledge through the use of modern tools
and equipment to diagnose electrical and electronic circuits. Students will be prepared for employment in the following
technical and professional fields: Electronic Engine Computer Control; Power Train Computer Control; Brake and Suspension
Computer Control; and Air Conditioning Instrumentation Computer Control. Upon successful completion of this program,
students will be prepared to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams in Electrical/Electronic Systems (Test A6), and
Heating and Air Conditioning (Test A7).

The Engine Performance and Drivability Specialization Certicate of
Achievement program is designed to prepare students for entry level
employment in the area of engine performance and drivability. The
program will provide the necessary skills, through the useof modern tools
and equipment, to diagnose and repair engines using the latest technology
applications. In addition, students willlearn to use electronic diagnostic
equipment to measure computer engine electronic systems parameters.
This program will prepare students for employment in the following elds:
engine performance, engine tune-up, and engine electronic and general
instrumentation diagnostics. In addition, the students will gain the necessary
knowledge and preparation to pursue the State of California Emission
Control License. Upon successful completion of this program, students will
be prepared to take Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams in Engine
Performance (Test A8), Electronic System (Test A6), Advanced Engine
Performance (Test L1) and the State of California Emission Control License.

This Certificate program is designed to prepare students for employment
positions in the field of diesel technology. In this program, students
will be maintaining, servicing, and repairing: agricultural hydraulic
equipment, constructionmachines, train locomotive engines, farm
tractors, stationary diesel engines and diesel powered highway
transportation units. This program will be integrated with the automotive
technology program by allowing studentsthe opportunity to specialize
in diesel and heavy equipment technology. In addition students will be
able to operatediesel engines using alternative fuels such as biodiesel,
compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, alcohols, hydrogen, and
fuel cells. Upon successful completion of this diesel program, students
are prepared to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification
Exam in Diesel Engines (T2), Preventive Maintenance for tasks (T8), and
Alternative Fuels (T6)

The Addiction Disorder Studies program is designed to prepare students to serve as professionals in the growing career field of
chemical and behavioral addiction counseling. Imperial Valley College is an accredited CAADE (California Association for Alcohol/
Drug Educators) program. The Addiction Disorder Studies major and certificate meet state requirements. Students completing
these programs can take the CATC examination and obtain the California Addiction Treatment Counselor Credential. This
credential will help students obtain jobs in social service agencies, treatment programs, recovery homes, schools, DEA, and law
enforcement. This program prepares students for transfer to institutions providing higher degrees with the social service majors.

The Addiction Disorder Studies program is designed to prepare students to serve as professionals in the growing career field of
chemical and behavioral addiction counseling. Imperial Valley College is an accredited CAADE (California Association for Alcohol/
Drug Educators) program. The Addiction Disorder Studies major and certificate meet state requirements. Students completing
these programs can take the CATC examination and obtain the California Addiction Treatment Counselor Credential. This
credential will help students obtain jobs in social service agencies, treatment programs, recovery homes, schools, DEA, and law
enforcement. This program prepares students for transfer to institutions providing higher degrees with the social service majors.

The Administration of Justice Program involves the study of the theory and practice of law enforcement, police work, and the court and
corrections systems. These core and elective courses provide the student with a base of knowledge and proficiency in the general area.
Law enforcement, whether as a line officer, deputy sheriff, marshal or state traffic officer, offers a rewarding opportunity to serve society.
Specialized officers such as game wardens, forest rangers or criminal investigators make unique contributions throughout our state and
nation. They investigate crime, present cases in court and render other service to the justice system and the people. Much of their job now
consists of actively serving the many social needs of their community

The Certicate of Achievement program is designed for students with personal or occupational
goals who wish early employment. To qualify for the Certificate, a student must satisfy the following
requirements: (1) complete all courses listed for a particular certificate; (2) achieve a “C” average (2.0
GPA) for all courses used to complete the certicate; and, (3) le a Certicate Application form with
Admissions and Records by the appropriate deadline(s) identied on the application.

Associate in Science (AS) Degree involves satisfactory completion
of a minimum of 60 semester units with a C average or higher, including grades of C in all courses
required for the major, and fulllment of all IVC district requirements for the associate’s degree along
with all general education requirements. The degree provides a sound basis for transfer to upper
division institutions for additional degrees or for higher vocational preparation. To be eligible to
receive an Associate Degree the student must complete the requirements for the major, the District
requirements for an Associate Degree, and the General Education requirements. In addition students
must maintain a minimum grade point average and meet the minimum grade requirements of their
program. Detailed information is available in the college catalog.

The Administration of Justice Program involves the study of the theory and practice of law enforcement, police work, and the court and
corrections systems. These core and elective courses provide the student with a base of knowledge and proficiency in the general area.
Law enforcement, whether as a line officer, deputy sheriff, marshal or state traffic officer, offers a rewarding opportunity to serve society.
Specialized officers such as game wardens, forest rangers or criminal investigators make unique contributions throughout our state and
nation. They investigate crime, present cases in court and render other service to the justice system and the people. Much of their job now
consists of actively serving the many social needs of their community

The Administration of Justice Program involves the study of the theory and practice of law enforcement, police work, and the court and
corrections systems. These core and elective courses provide the student with a base of knowledge and proficiency in the general area.
Law enforcement, whether as a line officer, deputy sheriff, marshal or state traffic officer, offers a rewarding opportunity to serve society.
Specialized officers such as game wardens, forest rangers or criminal investigators make unique contributions throughout our state and
nation. They investigate crime, present cases in court and render other service to the justice system and the people. Much of their job now
consists of actively serving the many social needs of their community

The Administration of Justice Program involves the study of the theory and practice of law enforcement, police work, and the court and
corrections systems. These core and elective courses provide the student with a base of knowledge and proficiency in the general area.
Law enforcement, whether as a line officer, deputy sheriff, marshal or state traffic officer, offers a rewarding opportunity to serve society.
Specialized officers such as game wardens, forest rangers or criminal investigators make unique contributions throughout our state and
nation. They investigate crime, present cases in court and render other service to the justice system and the people. Much of their job now
consists of actively serving the many social needs of their community

The Administration of Justice Program involves the study of the theory and practice of law enforcement, police work, and the court and
corrections systems. These core and elective courses provide the student with a base of knowledge and proficiency in the general area.
Law enforcement, whether as a line officer, deputy sheriff, marshal or state traffic officer, offers a rewarding opportunity to serve society.
Specialized officers such as game wardens, forest rangers or criminal investigators make unique contributions throughout our state and
nation. They investigate crime, present cases in court and render other service to the justice system and the people. Much of their job now
consists of actively serving the many social needs of their community

The Administration of Justice Program involves the study of the theory and practice of law enforcement, police work, and the court and
corrections systems. These core and elective courses provide the student with a base of knowledge and proficiency in the general area.
Law enforcement, whether as a line officer, deputy sheriff, marshal or state traffic officer, offers a rewarding opportunity to serve society.
Specialized officers such as game wardens, forest rangers or criminal investigators make unique contributions throughout our state and
nation. They investigate crime, present cases in court and render other service to the justice system and the people. Much of their job now
consists of actively serving the many social needs of their community

The Correctional Science program oers an Associate in Science
Degree and a Certicate of Achievement. The program provides the
foundational education required for an individual’s career entry into
the criminal justice eld, specically correctional operations and
probation/parole case investigations. The courses range from
concepts of criminal law, evidence, investigation and reporting to
criminology, aspects of social change, and corrections investigations.

The Correctional Science program oers an Associate in Science
Degree and a Certicate of Achievement. The program provides the
foundational education required for an individual’s career entry into
the criminal justice eld, specically correctional operations and
probation/parole case investigations. The courses range from
concepts of criminal law, evidence, investigation and reporting to
criminology, aspects of social change, and corrections investigations.

Child Development is the study of the physical, socio-emotional and cognitive growth
and development of the child from infancy through adolescence. The Child Development
program provides an educational and practical foundation for students interested in
working with children. In addition to theoretical principles, the curriculum oers
practical skills and on-site training that will prepare students for employment in the
eld of education. The program leads to an associate’s degree in Child Development,
a certicate for the position of Associate Teacher, and specialization certicates in
Administration, Children with Special Needs, Infant/Toddler, School Age. The program
also fullls the required child development course work for the state issued Child
Development Permit. Information regarding this permit and/or the Child Development
certicate is available from the Child, Family and Consumer Sciences Department.

Child Development is the study of the physical, socio-emotional and cognitive growth
and development of the child from infancy through adolescence. The Child Development
program provides an educational and practical foundation for students interested in
working with children. In addition to theoretical principles, the curriculum oers
practical skills and on-site training that will prepare students for employment in the
eld of education. The program leads to an associate’s degree in Child Development,
a certicate for the position of Associate Teacher, and specialization certicates in
Administration, Children with Special Needs, Infant/Toddler, School Age. The program
also fullls the required child development course work for the state issued Child
Development Permit. Information regarding this permit and/or the Child Development
certicate is available from the Child, Family and Consumer Sciences Department.

Child Development is the study of the physical, socio-emotional and cognitive growth
and development of the child from infancy through adolescence. The Child Development
program provides an educational and practical foundation for students interested in
working with children. In addition to theoretical principles, the curriculum oers
practical skills and on-site training that will prepare students for employment in the
eld of education. The program leads to an associate’s degree in Child Development,
a certicate for the position of Associate Teacher, and specialization certicates in
Administration, Children with Special Needs, Infant/Toddler, School Age. The program
also fullls the required child development course work for the state issued Child
Development Permit. Information regarding this permit and/or the Child Development
certicate is available from the Child, Family and Consumer Sciences Department.

Child Development is the study of the physical, socio-emotional and cognitive growth
and development of the child from infancy through adolescence. The Child Development
program provides an educational and practical foundation for students interested in
working with children. In addition to theoretical principles, the curriculum oers
practical skills and on-site training that will prepare students for employment in the
eld of education. The program leads to an associate’s degree in Child Development,
a certicate for the position of Associate Teacher, and specialization certicates in
Administration, Children with Special Needs, Infant/Toddler, School Age. The program
also fullls the required child development course work for the state issued Child
Development Permit. Information regarding this permit and/or the Child Development
certicate is available from the Child, Family and Consumer Sciences Department.

Child Development is the study of the physical, socio-emotional and cognitive growth
and development of the child from infancy through adolescence. The Child Development
program provides an educational and practical foundation for students interested in
working with children. In addition to theoretical principles, the curriculum oers
practical skills and on-site training that will prepare students for employment in the
eld of education. The program leads to an associate’s degree in Child Development,
a certicate for the position of Associate Teacher, and specialization certicates in
Administration, Children with Special Needs, Infant/Toddler, School Age. The program
also fullls the required child development course work for the state issued Child
Development Permit. Information regarding this permit and/or the Child Development
certicate is available from the Child, Family and Consumer Sciences Department.

Child Development is the study of the physical, socio-emotional and cognitive growth
and development of the child from infancy through adolescence. The Child Development
program provides an educational and practical foundation for students interested in
working with children. In addition to theoretical principles, the curriculum oers
practical skills and on-site training that will prepare students for employment in the
eld of education. The program leads to an associate’s degree in Child Development,
a certicate for the position of Associate Teacher, and specialization certicates in
Administration, Children with Special Needs, Infant/Toddler, School Age. The program
also fullls the required child development course work for the state issued Child
Development Permit. Information regarding this permit and/or the Child Development
certicate is available from the Child, Family and Consumer Sciences Department.

Fire Technology involves the study of fire behavior, protection and
control techniques, including the understanding of the environment
and ecology systems involved. The Fire Technology program is
designed to prepare students for entry-level status in public or
private fire protection agencies, to survey career options and
opportunities, and to upgrade fire personnel.

Fire Technology involves the study of fire behavior, protection and
control techniques, including the understanding of the environment
and ecology systems involved. The Fire Technology program is
designed to prepare students for entry-level status in public or
private fire protection agencies, to survey career options and
opportunities, and to upgrade fire personnel.

The Firefighter I Certificate of Achievement program will cover
the principles, precedures, and techniques of firefighting and
rescue. Technical and manipulative skills and concepts of fire
control, fire behavior, tactics and strategy, and emergency
management will be reviewed and put into practice during this
program. The student will be trained according to the standards
of the Office of State Fire Marshall (OSFM) and National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA). Students completing this
certificate program will be qualified to test for employment with
agencies and departments hiring entry level firefighters.

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology (ACR) is a constantly
changing, self gratifying program designed to satisfy the mechanically
oriented person. The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration major and
certificate are designed to provide instruction in manipulative skills,
technical knowledge, and related trade information which will prepare the student with entry level skills for employment in the rapidly
growing service industry of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology (ACR) is a constantly
changing, self gratifying program designed to satisfy the mechanically
oriented person. The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration major and
certificate are designed to provide instruction in manipulative skills,
technical knowledge, and related trade information which will prepare the student with entry level skills for employment in the rapidly
growing service industry of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.

The Building Construction Technology Associate in Science degree
along with the certicate and specializations in Carpentry and
Concrete Masonry, are designed to provide instruction in manipulative
skills, technical knowledge, and related trade information, which will
prepare the student for employment in the building construction
industry. The course work for the associate degree also emphasizes
subject areas that are signicant to the construction worker such as
engineering fundamentals, construction management, business
administration, humanities and social sciences, and the development
of analytical and communication skills through the general education
requirements.

The Building Construction Technology Associate in Science degree
along with the certicate and specializations in Carpentry and
Concrete Masonry, are designed to provide instruction in manipulative
skills, technical knowledge, and related trade information, which will
prepare the student for employment in the building construction
industry. The course work for the associate degree also emphasizes
subject areas that are signicant to the construction worker such as
engineering fundamentals, construction management, business
administration, humanities and social sciences, and the development
of analytical and communication skills through the general education
requirements.

The Building Construction Technology Associate in Science degree
along with the certicate and specializations in Carpentry and
Concrete Masonry, are designed to provide instruction in manipulative
skills, technical knowledge, and related trade information, which will
prepare the student for employment in the building construction
industry. The course work for the associate degree also emphasizes
subject areas that are signicant to the construction worker such as
engineering fundamentals, construction management, business
administration, humanities and social sciences, and the development
of analytical and communication skills through the general education
requirements.

This Certificate program is designed to prepare students for employment
positions in the field of diesel technology. In this program, students
will be maintaining, servicing, and repairing: agricultural hydraulic
equipment, constructionmachines, train locomotive engines, farm
tractors, stationary diesel engines and diesel powered highway
transportation units. This program will be integrated with the automotive
technology program by allowing studentsthe opportunity to specialize
in diesel and heavy equipment technology. In addition students will be
able to operatediesel engines using alternative fuels such as biodiesel,
compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, alcohols, hydrogen, and
fuel cells. Upon successful completion of this diesel program, students
are prepared to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification
Exam in Diesel Engines (T2), Preventive Maintenance for tasks (T8), and
Alternative Fuels (T6)

The Imperial Valley College Welding Technology curriculum is designed to educate, train,
and prepare our students to meet the minimum knowledge and skill standards for entry
level welders established by the American Welding Society. The emphasis of our teaching
and learning activities is to master the theory, technology, applied science, and practical
skills that are the foundation of a rewarding career in Welding Technology. All welding
courses are a combination of the many skills, aptitudes, and knowledge identified as
necessary competencies for welding personnel. Courses include the core competencies
for welding personnel which are; Industrial Safety, Oxy-Fuel Welding and Cutting, Weld
Symbols, Shielded Metal ArcWelding (“Stick”) on plate and pipe, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
(“TIG”) on plate and pipe, Plasma Arc Cutting, Air Carbon Arc Cutting, Flux Cored Arc
Welding, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (“MIG”).

The Imperial Valley College Welding Technology curriculum is designed to educate, train,
and prepare our students to meet the minimum knowledge and skill standards for entry
level welders established by the American Welding Society. The emphasis of our teaching
and learning activities is to master the theory, technology, applied science, and practical
skills that are the foundation of a rewarding career in Welding Technology. All welding
courses are a combination of the many skills, aptitudes, and knowledge identified as
necessary competencies for welding personnel. Courses include the core competencies
for welding personnel which are; Industrial Safety, Oxy-Fuel Welding and Cutting, Weld
Symbols, Shielded Metal ArcWelding (“Stick”) on plate and pipe, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
(“TIG”) on plate and pipe, Plasma Arc Cutting, Air Carbon Arc Cutting, Flux Cored Arc
Welding, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (“MIG”).

The Alternative Energy-Solar Technology Certificate program
is intended to provide an opportunity for students interested
in an alternative energy career. This certificate will provide
students with the comprehensive understanding, manipulative
skills, technical knowledge and related trade information
required to prepare them for the nationally recognized Solar
NABCEP PV and SH Entry Level Exams. This certificate program
will enhance the students' employment opportunities in the
growing and rewarding fields of solar systems installation,
operation, and maintenance technology.

The Electrical Technology program offers an Associate in Science degree, Certificate of Achievement and Specialization
Certificates that are designed to provide students with the comprehensive understanding and manipulative skills, technical
knowledge, and related trade information required to become technicians or operators in industrial technology and energy
related industries or light manufacturing equipment.

Computer Information Technology is the use and study of computers,
networks, computer languages, and computer systems within an
organization to solve real problems. The major prepares students for
application programming, networking, systems administration, system
security, computer hardware and software, and operating systems.

Computer Information Technology is the use and study of computers,
networks, computer languages, and computer systems within an
organization to solve real problems. The major prepares students for
application programming, networking, systems administration, system
security, computer hardware and software, and operating systems.

The Computer Networking program provides general networking theory,
practical experience, soft-skills development, and opportunities for career
exploration. It teaches networking based on application, covering networking
concepts within the context of network environments students may encounter in
their daily lives, from small office and home office (SOHO) networking to more
complex enterprise and theoretical networking models later in the curriculum

Computer Information Technology is the use and study of computers,
networks, computer languages, and computer systems within an
organization to solve real problems. The major prepares students for
application programming, networking, systems administration, system
security, computer hardware and software, and operating systems.

Computer Information Technology is the use and study of computers,
networks, computer languages, and computer systems within an
organization to solve real problems. The major prepares students for
application programming, networking, systems administration, system
security, computer hardware and software, and operating systems.

Computer Information Technology is the use and study of computers,
networks, computer languages, and computer systems within an
organization to solve real problems. The major prepares students for
application programming, networking, systems administration, system
security, computer hardware and software, and operating systems.

Computer Information Technology is the use and study of computers,
networks, computer languages, and computer systems within an
organization to solve real problems. The major prepares students for
application programming, networking, systems administration, system
security, computer hardware and software, and operating systems.

Computer Information Technology is the use and study of computers,
networks, computer languages, and computer systems within an
organization to solve real problems. The major prepares students for
application programming, networking, systems administration, system
security, computer hardware and software, and operating systems.

Computer Information Technology is the use and study of computers,
networks, computer languages, and computer systems within an
organization to solve real problems. The major prepares students for
application programming, networking, systems administration, system
security, computer hardware and software, and operating systems.

Computer Information Technology is the use and study of computers,
networks, computer languages, and computer systems within an
organization to solve real problems. The major prepares students for
application programming, networking, systems administration, system
security, computer hardware and software, and operating systems.

Computer Information Technology is the use and study of computers,
networks, computer languages, and computer systems within an
organization to solve real problems. The major prepares students for
application programming, networking, systems administration, system
security, computer hardware and software, and operating systems.

The Digital Design and Production program is an interdisciplinary program
that combines technical knowledge with design, communication, and
problem solving skills. It includes software applications that allow a
student to produce multimedia and graphics for a digital world. Career
paths chosen by students pursuing undergraduate studies in Digital
Design and Production commonly include graphic design, web, and video
production. Students learn how to process information and then make this
information available to audiences via electronic media. The program
provides students with the entry-level competencies for employment
which requires knowledge to produce a variety of computer, web, and/or
multimedia graphics, animation, sound and video production, and/or
content materials. The program provides students with the ability to freelance or work from within small design firms to develop web pages and
multimedia for small or large businesses.

The Digital Design and Production program is an interdisciplinary program
that combines technical knowledge with design, communication, and
problem solving skills. It includes software applications that allow a
student to produce multimedia and graphics for a digital world. Career
paths chosen by students pursuing undergraduate studies in Digital
Design and Production commonly include graphic design, web, and video
production. Students learn how to process information and then make this
information available to audiences via electronic media. The program
provides students with the entry-level competencies for employment
which requires knowledge to produce a variety of computer, web, and/or
multimedia graphics, animation, sound and video production, and/or
content materials. The program provides students with the ability to freelance or work from within small design firms to develop web pages and
multimedia for small or large businesses.

The Electrical Technology program offers an Associate in Science degree, Certificate of Achievement and Specialization
Certificates that are designed to provide students with the comprehensive understanding and manipulative skills, technical
knowledge, and related trade information required to become technicians or operators in industrial technology and energy
related industries or light manufacturing equipment.

The Electrical Technology program offers an Associate in Science degree, Certificate of Achievement and Specialization
Certificates that are designed to provide students with the comprehensive understanding and manipulative skills, technical
knowledge, and related trade information required to become technicians or operators in industrial technology and energy
related industries or light manufacturing equipment.

The Electrical Technology program offers an Associate in Science degree, Certificate of Achievement and Specialization
Certificates that are designed to provide students with the comprehensive understanding and manipulative skills, technical
knowledge, and related trade information required to become technicians or operators in industrial technology and energy
related industries or light manufacturing equipment.

The Electrical Technology program offers an Associate in Science degree, Certificate of Achievement and Specialization
Certificates that are designed to provide students with the comprehensive understanding and manipulative skills, technical
knowledge, and related trade information required to become technicians or operators in industrial technology and energy
related industries or light manufacturing equipment.

The Electrical Trades program offers the Associate of Science degree and
a Certificate of Achievement to prepare students for continued education
and training in any or all of the following electrical apprenticeship programs
offered through the Imperial Irrigation District (IID): Electrical, Generation
Mechanic, Lineman, Meter Technician, Systems Protection Technician,
ADA/Telecommunications, and Substation. The associate degree and
certificate requirements are equivalent to the first four courses of related
supplemental instruction (RSI) which are part of the four-year apprenticeship
certificate programs for which Imperial Valley College (IVC) is the local
educational agency (LEA) and the Imperial Irrigation District (IID) is the
sponsoring employer. Applicants for these apprenticeship programs should
be directed to the Imperial Irrigation District located at 333 East Barioni
Boulevard, Imperial, California 92251 (760-482-9640).

The Electrical Trades program offers the Associate of Science degree and
a Certificate of Achievement to prepare students for continued education
and training in any or all of the following electrical apprenticeship programs
offered through the Imperial Irrigation District (IID): Electrical, Generation
Mechanic, Lineman, Meter Technician, Systems Protection Technician,
ADA/Telecommunications, and Substation. The associate degree and
certificate requirements are equivalent to the first four courses of related
supplemental instruction (RSI) which are part of the four-year apprenticeship
certificate programs for which Imperial Valley College (IVC) is the local
educational agency (LEA) and the Imperial Irrigation District (IID) is the
sponsoring employer. Applicants for these apprenticeship programs should
be directed to the Imperial Irrigation District located at 333 East Barioni
Boulevard, Imperial, California 92251 (760-482-9640).

The Medical Assistant program prepares people to work under the direction of physicians and registered nurses in medical
offices and clinics. Students who complete the certificate in medical assistant will have the knowledge which will allow
them to comprehend and communicate with medical professionals effectively and may provide enhanced employment
opportunities in the field once they gain relevant job experience.

The Vocational Nursing Program is designed to provide the education necessary for licensure
eligibility and practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (L.V.N.). Acceptance into the program requires
successful completion of all prerequisites and successful completion of the application and selection
processes.

The Vocational Nursing Program is designed to provide the education necessary for licensure
eligibility and practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (L.V.N.). Acceptance into the program requires
successful completion of all prerequisites and successful completion of the application and selection
processes.

The Pharmacy Technician program offers an Associate of Science Degree and the Certificate of Achievement which will prepare
the student for the national certification exam for entry level work as a pharmacy technician. A pharmacy technician helps the
licensed pharmacist prepare prescriptions, medications, provides customer services, and performs administrative duties.
Pharmacy technicians generally are responsible for receiving prescription requests, preparing the prescription, preparing sterile
solutions, counting medications, and administrative duties such as answering the phone, stocking shelves, or operating a cash
register. Career roles may be in a retail or mail-order pharmacy; a hospital or nursing home; and an assisted living facility or
penal system.

The Pharmacy Technician program offers an Associate of Science Degree and the Certificate of Achievement which will prepare
the student for the national certification exam for entry level work as a pharmacy technician. A pharmacy technician helps the
licensed pharmacist prepare prescriptions, medications, provides customer services, and performs administrative duties.
Pharmacy technicians generally are responsible for receiving prescription requests, preparing the prescription, preparing sterile
solutions, counting medications, and administrative duties such as answering the phone, stocking shelves, or operating a cash
register. Career roles may be in a retail or mail-order pharmacy; a hospital or nursing home; and an assisted living facility or
penal system.