Louisiana Delta Community College

The Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice is designed as a degree program to prepare students for employment in criminal justice related fields, both enforcement and non-enforcement fields. This program is also designed to enhance critical thinking skills for students and current practitioners in the criminal justice field.

The Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice is designed as a degree program to prepare students for employment in criminal justice related fields, both enforcement and non-enforcement fields. This program is also designed to enhance critical thinking skills for students and current practitioners in the criminal justice field.

The Forensic Science and Technology program prepares students for various careers in the rapidly growing field of forensic science. Students will gain knowledge and skills that will prepare them for entrance, retention or advancement into careers such as crime scene investigation, death investigation, laboratory technology, evidence technology and general forensic science or criminal justice fields.

The Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice is designed as a degree program to prepare students for employment in criminal justice related fields, both enforcement and non-enforcement fields. This program is also designed to enhance critical thinking skills for students and current practitioners in the criminal justice field.

The Associate of Applied Science in Care and Development of Young Children is designed as a degree program to meet the needs of those pursuing a career in early childhood development and the new guidelines established by the United States Department of Education as a part of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) legislation. The program includes a 300 hour supervised work experience in an approved early childhood setting.

The LDCC Paramedic Program prepares students to provide advanced prehospital emergency care to patients who have experienced traumatic or medical emergencies. The program curriculum adheres to the National Emergency Medical Education Standards. Successful completion of the program is contingent upon the evaluation of the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains in the classroom, lab, clinical experiences, field experiences and field internship. Upon completion, students will be prepared to take the National Registry written and practical examinations necessary for national certification and licensure as a paramedic in the State of Louisiana.

The Process Technology (PTEC) program prepares individuals to monitor and control the systems that run industrial plants. Operators gather information using instrumentation and lab equipment to maintain safe work areas and keep plants in compliance with regulatory requirements. Operators work both indoors and outdoors alongside engineers, chemists and other professionals. Operators use knowledge of computers, math, physics, and chemistry to keep industrial plants running safely and efficiently. They require strong communications skills, the ability to write, express views orally and listen in order to succeed at their jobs.

The Process Technology (PTEC) program prepares individuals to monitor and control the systems that run industrial plants. Operators gather information using instrumentation and lab equipment to maintain safe work areas and keep plants in compliance with regulatory requirements. Operators work both indoors and outdoors alongside engineers, chemists and other professionals. Operators use knowledge of computers, math, physics, and chemistry to keep industrial plants running safely and efficiently. They require strong communications skills, the ability to write, express views orally and listen in order to succeed at their jobs.

The Process Technology (PTEC) program prepares individuals to monitor and control the systems that run industrial plants. Operators gather information using instrumentation and lab equipment to maintain safe work areas and keep plants in compliance with regulatory requirements. Operators work both indoors and outdoors alongside engineers, chemists and other professionals. Operators use knowledge of computers, math, physics, and chemistry to keep industrial plants running safely and efficiently. They require strong communications skills, the ability to write, express views orally and listen in order to succeed at their jobs.

The Process Technology (PTEC) program prepares individuals to monitor and control the systems that run industrial plants. Operators gather information using instrumentation and lab equipment to maintain safe work areas and keep plants in compliance with regulatory requirements. Operators work both indoors and outdoors alongside engineers, chemists and other professionals. Operators use knowledge of computers, math, physics, and chemistry to keep industrial plants running safely and efficiently. They require strong communications skills, the ability to write, express views orally and listen in order to succeed at their jobs.

The Diesel Technology program at St. Philip's College is designed to provide individuals with the necessary skill set to pursue a career in today's highly technical and competitive field of diesel technology. There is a large demand for Diesel Technicians in many areas such as Construction

The Diesel Technology program at St. Philip's College is designed to provide individuals with the necessary skill set to pursue a career in today's highly technical and competitive field of diesel technology. There is a large demand for Diesel Technicians in many areas such as Construction

Cloud computing involves the use of computing resources such as but not limited to applications, storage, database, and computer power in an on-demand, yet off premises fashion. The technologies utilized to accomplish this allow elements of an IT infrastructure to be housed in remote locations or data warehouses without direct active management of the entity utilizing it. Cloud computing allows for greater flexibility and nearly instant scalability.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology combines English, math, social science, natural science, and humanities with business and computer courses to create a program designed to meet the increasing demand for entry-level Information Technology professionals. Further, a significant portion of the coursework is transferable for those students wishing to complete a bachelor’s degree. The program is also designed to help students prepare for and successfully complete several internationally recognized, industry-based certifications inclusive of but not limited to certifications offered by CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, and LPI.

Cloud computing involves the use of computing resources such as but not limited to applications, storage, database, and computer power in an on-demand, yet off premises fashion. The technologies utilized to accomplish this allow elements of an IT infrastructure to be housed in remote locations or data warehouses without direct active management of the entity utilizing it. Cloud computing allows for greater flexibility and nearly instant scalability.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology combines English, math, social science, natural science, and humanities with business and computer courses to create a program designed to meet the increasing demand for entry-level Information Technology professionals. Further, a significant portion of the coursework is transferable for those students wishing to complete a bachelor’s degree. The program is also designed to help students prepare for and successfully complete several internationally recognized, industry-based certifications inclusive of but not limited to certifications offered by CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, and LPI.

Cloud computing involves the use of computing resources such as but not limited to applications, storage, database, and computer power in an on-demand, yet off premises fashion. The technologies utilized to accomplish this allow elements of an IT infrastructure to be housed in remote locations or data warehouses without direct active management of the entity utilizing it. Cloud computing allows for greater flexibility and nearly instant scalability.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology combines English, math, social science, natural science, and humanities with business and computer courses to create a program designed to meet the increasing demand for entry-level Information Technology professionals. Further, a significant portion of the coursework is transferable for those students wishing to complete a bachelor’s degree. The program is also designed to help students prepare for and successfully complete several internationally recognized, industry-based certifications inclusive of but not limited to certifications offered by CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, and LPI.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology combines English, math, social science, natural science, and humanities with business and computer courses to create a program designed to meet the increasing demand for entry-level Information Technology professionals. Further, a significant portion of the coursework is transferable for those students wishing to complete a bachelor’s degree. The program is also designed to help students prepare for and successfully complete several internationally recognized, industry-based certifications inclusive of but not limited to certifications offered by CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, and LPI.

The Associate of Science in Computer Science combines English, math, social science, natural science, and humanities with computer science curriculum to create a program designed to meet the increasing demand for entry-level computer programmers. Further, a significant portion of the coursework is transferable for those students wishing to complete a bachelor’s degree.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology combines English, math, social science, natural science, and humanities with business and computer courses to create a program designed to meet the increasing demand for entry-level Information Technology professionals. Further, a significant portion of the coursework is transferable for those students wishing to complete a bachelor’s degree. The program is also designed to help students prepare for and successfully complete several internationally recognized, industry-based certifications inclusive of but not limited to certifications offered by CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, and LPI.

The Associate of Science in Computer Science combines English, math, social science, natural science, and humanities with computer science curriculum to create a program designed to meet the increasing demand for entry-level computer programmers. Further, a significant portion of the coursework is transferable for those students wishing to complete a bachelor’s degree.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology combines English, math, social science, natural science, and humanities with business and computer courses to create a program designed to meet the increasing demand for entry-level Information Technology professionals. Further, a significant portion of the coursework is transferable for those students wishing to complete a bachelor’s degree. The program is also designed to help students prepare for and successfully complete several internationally recognized, industry-based certifications inclusive of but not limited to certifications offered by CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, and LPI.

The Associate of Science in Computer Science combines English, math, social science, natural science, and humanities with computer science curriculum to create a program designed to meet the increasing demand for entry-level computer programmers. Further, a significant portion of the coursework is transferable for those students wishing to complete a bachelor’s degree.

The Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Instrumentation Technology prepares individuals to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various types of measuring and control instruments and peripherals, such as measuring, transmitting, indicating, recording, and controlling devices, final elements, optical instruments and control systems. Specialized classroom instruction will be provided along with practical shop experience in the areas of electronics, motor controls, and different types of measuring systems. Students may be granted a Technical Diploma upon satisfactory completion of the diploma curriculum. Certificates are also offered.

The Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Instrumentation Technology prepares individuals to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various types of measuring and control instruments and peripherals, such as measuring, transmitting, indicating, recording, and controlling devices, final elements, optical instruments and control systems. Specialized classroom instruction will be provided along with practical shop experience in the areas of electronics, motor controls, and different types of measuring systems. Students may be granted a Technical Diploma upon satisfactory completion of the diploma curriculum. Certificates are also offered.

The Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Instrumentation Technology prepares individuals to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various types of measuring and control instruments and peripherals, such as measuring, transmitting, indicating, recording, and controlling devices, final elements, optical instruments and control systems. Specialized classroom instruction will be provided along with practical shop experience in the areas of electronics, motor controls, and different types of measuring systems. Students may be granted a Technical Diploma upon satisfactory completion of the diploma curriculum. Certificates are also offered.

The Technical Diploma in Industrial Maintenance Technology is designed to provide specialized classroom instruction and practical shop experience to prepare students for employment in a variety of jobs in the industrial maintenance field. The Industrial Maintenance Technology program prepares individuals to install, repair, and maintain industrial machinery and equipment such as pumps, motors, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and production machinery. It includes instruction in testing, adjusting, and repairing pneumatic and hydraulic systems, attaching supplemental equipment such as hoses, valves, gates, mechanical, electrical, and electronic control devices. It also includes instruction in material handling equipment, pipefitting, welding, metal fabrication, and millwright.

The Respiratory Therapy program at Louisiana Delta Community College (Delta) is a cooperative effort between LDCC, Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC), the School of Allied Health Professions at LSU Health Sciences Center, and area hospital clinical affiliates to prepare graduates as competent Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs). Respiratory Therapy is a program employed with medical direction in the treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. This program culminates in the Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy.

The Medical Coding Specialist Program (MCS) at LDCC consists of a one-semester Technical Competency Area (TCA) and a one year Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS.) These certificates will prepare individuals for diagnostic and procedural coding positions in hospitals, physician offices and clinics, long-term care facilities, insurance companies, home care agencies, managed care organizations, and outpatient surgical hospitals. Both certificate programs consist of classroom instruction on campus and clinical instruction in clinic and hospital settings in the surrounding area.In this program, there are a variety exit points that you may choose to take.

The Certificate of Technical Studies in Patient Care Technician prepares individuals for a variety of job opportunities in health occupations areas and is generated to meet the need for cross-training of employees in health care facilities. Graduates may find employment in long-term care facilities, hospitals, laboratories, and clinics where basic bedside nursing skills are required, as well as the skills of phlebotomy, performing electrocardiograms (EKG), stress testing, and holter monitoring procedures. All Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) skill standards are included into this competency-based curriculum. The program consists of classroom/lab instruction and supervised/preceptor clinical activities. Prior to clinical, the student must present a current CPR card for Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers. Upon successful completion of this competency-based program, students may be eligible to take certification exams in Phlebotomy, Nursing Assistant, Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician, and/or Patient Care Technician.

The Certificate of Technical Studies in Patient Care Technician prepares individuals for a variety of job opportunities in health occupations areas and is generated to meet the need for cross-training of employees in health care facilities. Graduates may find employment in long-term care facilities, hospitals, laboratories, and clinics where basic bedside nursing skills are required, as well as the skills of phlebotomy, performing electrocardiograms (EKG), stress testing, and holter monitoring procedures. All Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) skill standards are included into this competency-based curriculum. The program consists of classroom/lab instruction and supervised/preceptor clinical activities. Prior to clinical, the student must present a current CPR card for Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers. Upon successful completion of this competency-based program, students may be eligible to take certification exams in Phlebotomy, Nursing Assistant, Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician, and/or Patient Care Technician.

The Technical Competency Area in Nurse Assistant prepares students for employment in long-term care facilities, home health agencies, acute care facilities, and hospitals where basic bedside nursing care is needed. Classroom instruction includes an introduction to health care, essential Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) skills required for certification, body structure and function, and the job-seeking process, with an introduction to computer skills, as it relates to the health care industry. Students participate in clinical activities at approved facilities under the supervision of the instructor. Upon successful completion of this program the student is qualified for universal certification and employment in the areas of long-term care, home health care, and acute care.

The Certificate of Technical Studies in Patient Care Technician prepares individuals for a variety of job opportunities in health occupations areas and is generated to meet the need for cross-training of employees in health care facilities. Graduates may find employment in long-term care facilities, hospitals, laboratories, and clinics where basic bedside nursing skills are required, as well as the skills of phlebotomy, performing electrocardiograms (EKG), stress testing, and holter monitoring procedures. All Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) skill standards are included into this competency-based curriculum. The program consists of classroom/lab instruction and supervised/preceptor clinical activities. Prior to clinical, the student must present a current CPR card for Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers. Upon successful completion of this competency-based program, students may be eligible to take certification exams in Phlebotomy, Nursing Assistant, Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician, and/or Patient Care Technician.

The Certificate of Technical Studies in Pharmacy Technician prepares individuals for a securing a job in a variety of settings in the health care field. Graduates may find employment in retail pharmacies, hospitals, specialty pharmacies including long term care pharmacies, compounding pharmacies and mail order pharmacies. The program consists of classroom/lab instruction and supervised/preceptor clinical activities. Prior to clinical, the student must present a current CPR card for Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers. Upon successful completion of this competency-based program, students may be eligible to take a national certification exam and apply for registration as a pharmacy technician with the Louisiana State Board of Pharmacy.

The Technical Diploma in Practical Nursing is designed to prepare the student to meet the licensure requirements for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), as established by the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE). The program progresses from simple to complex and consists of classroom instruction, lab practicum and supervised clinical activities in accredited hospitals, nursing homes, and other health care agencies. Students should note that some courses have prerequisites, which must be completed before enrolling into upper-level courses and continuing in the program. Students must demonstrate basic computer skills prior to advancement into the acute care clinical component of the program. Practical Nursing Program Coordinators or their designees may assess a student’s basic computer skills by administering a competency exam or having the student successfully complete CPTR 1000 or a comparable computer course. Articulated courses are determined at the discretion of the Practical Nurse Program Coordinator and based upon individual evaluation as described in the 2005 Louisiana Nursing Education Articulation Model. Each course in the PN program must be completed with a minimum score of 80%. Upon graduation, the student is awarded a diploma and is eligible to apply for the National Council of State Boards Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). This is a limited enrollment program. Students must be admitted to the program to enroll in any of the PN courses.

The Associate of Applied Technology in Drafting and Design Technology is a two-year technical program designed to give the student the essential knowledge and skills required for efficient and productive performance in the drafting field. Students may be granted a Technical Diploma upon satisfactory completion of the diploma curriculum. Certificates are also offered for those needing training in areas of drafting such as CADD without gaining all of the skills required for employment as a drafter.

The Technical Diploma in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration provides specialized training which prepares individuals to install, diagnose, repair, and maintain the operating condition of domestic, residential, and commercial heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.

The Technical Diploma in Electrician studies generally prepares individuals to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical devices, components, and equipment that are utilized in residential and commercial electrical systems. All program specialties emphasize safe and efficient work practices, basic occupational skills, and are organized into competency-based courses that specify occupational competencies, which the student must successfully complete. Each area includes a study of all applicable codes and standards, blueprint reading, wiring diagrams, and installations which are appropriate to the area. All work is performed with an emphasis on shop and work safety.

The Technical Diploma in Welding prepares individuals for employment in the field of welding. Instruction is provided in various processes and techniques of welding including oxyfuel cutting, carbon arc cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux-cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, pipe-welding, plasma arc cutting, blueprint reading, weld symbols, and joints. After completion of this program, the student will have covered the skills designated by the AWS (American Welding Society) and will be prepared to take the AWS Entry Level Welder test.

To provide specialized classroom instruction and practical shop experience to prepare individuals to engage in the servicing and maintenance of all types of automobiles at the entry-level. To prepare individuals to select, safety use, and maintain hand and power tools, jacks, and hoisting equipment. Instructions in the diagnostics of malfunctions and the repair of engines; fuel, electrical, cooling, HVAC system, and brake systems; drive train and suspension.