San Diego Mesa College

This program is designed to provide students of multimedia the opportunity to develop necessary foundation skills, master the tools and processes, and undergo industry standards production experiences. The program provides students with comprehensive approaches to the fields of Game Design and Development, Visual Communication, 3D Modeling and Animation and general Multimedia. The program curriculum is structured so as to provide students with a balance between aesthetic and practical design application. Upon completion of their program, students will be qualified for entry-level employment in their chosen emphasis.

The Animal Health Technology program prepares students for careers in the veterinary medical arena. The program is approved by the California Department of Consumer Affairs and the Veterinary Medical Board. Graduates may become Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT) upon passing the Veterinary Technician National Exam offered by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB).

The Health Information Technology program offers two avenues for students interested in a career in the health information field. The Coding Specialist Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students to work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, behavioral health facilities, government health agencies, long term care facilities, and various health information industry vendors.

Upon successful completion of the Associate of Science Degree in Health Information Technology, students may find employment in health information departments as a release of information specialist, document imaging specialist, entry level coder, health information supervisor, clinical coding specialist, medical data analyst, data quality/ integrity associate, clinical documentation specialist, cancer registry coordinator, or risk/compliance assistant.

The Dental Assisting Program at San Diego Mesa College provides dental assisting students the knowledge and skills to succeed as a dental health care professional. As a State and Nationally accredited program, we promote learning, leading to licensure and credentialing in dental assisting. By providing quality education to our diverse students, we contribute to the regional dental workforce, which provides access to care and dental health in San Diego County.

The Dental Assisting Program at San Diego Mesa College provides dental assisting students the knowledge and skills to succeed as a dental health care professional. As a State and Nationally accredited program, we promote learning, leading to licensure and credentialing in dental assisting. By providing quality education to our diverse students, we contribute to the regional dental workforce, which provides access to care and dental health in San Diego County.

The Dietary Manager program is designed to prepare students to function as qualified dietetic supervisors and/or managers in healthcare facilities. This program is approved and certified by the California State Department of Public Health.

Course work instructs students in the scientific principles of nutrition as it applies to achieving optimal health, controlling chronic diseases and managing food service.

The Medical Assisting program offers a two semester Certificate of Achievement in Medical Assisting. All students who successfully complete the Medical Assisting program will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement. Graduates are eligible to sit for several national and state certification and registration exams. Students who have been awarded a Certificate of Achievement in Medical Assisting may continue and complete the additional courses needed for the Associate Degree in Medical Assisting.

The Medical Assisting program offers a two semester Certificate of Achievement in Medical Assisting. All students who successfully complete the Medical Assisting program will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement. Graduates are eligible to sit for several national and state certification and registration exams. Students who have been awarded a Certificate of Achievement in Medical Assisting may continue and complete the additional courses needed for the Associate Degree in Medical Assisting.

The Phlebotomy Training Program offers a one semester Certificate of Performance in Phlebotomy. Students who successfully complete the Phlebotomy Training Program and receive a Certificate of Performance are eligible to apply for State of California certification as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1 (CPT 1) and sit for several state and national examinations.

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program prepares the student for employment as a physical therapist assistant. The physical therapist assistant, working under the supervision of a registered physical therapist, assists in the provision of physical therapy services, such as electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, thermotherapy, massage, therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation activities.

The program prepares the student for certification as a full diagnostic radiologic technologist. Training includes radiographic equipment operation, exposure and image processing principles, radiographic procedures, radiation protection, patient care and directed clinical practice. The program runs for 24 months, including two summer sessions. Upon completion of the program, the student will be awarded a certificate of achievement and Associate of Science degree. Graduates of program are eligible to apply for certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the state of California (CRT and Fluoroscopy). The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

The program prepares the student for certification as a full diagnostic radiologic technologist. Training includes radiographic equipment operation, exposure and image processing principles, radiographic procedures, radiation protection, patient care and directed clinical practice. The program runs for 24 months, including two summer sessions. Upon completion of the program, the student will be awarded a certificate of achievement and Associate of Science degree. Graduates of program are eligible to apply for certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the state of California (CRT and Fluoroscopy). The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

The Architecture Program at Mesa College has two main focuses: transfer to university Architecture programs and preparation for direct employment in architecture or a related design office. Because employment in the architectural profession has become increasingly selective, often requiring a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Architecture or a Bachelors of Architecture for entry-level positions, the Mesa College program is focused primarily on transferring qualified students to university programs offering those degrees. Understanding the architect’s important role in protecting the environment is paramount. The integration of sustainable design principles within a project’s overall solution continues to be a natural extension of the holistic, collaborative design approach which is the foundation of Mesa College’s architecture curriculum.

The Architecture Program at Mesa College has two main focuses: transfer to university Architecture programs and preparation for direct employment in architecture or a related design office. Because employment in the architectural profession has become increasingly selective, often requiring a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Architecture or a Bachelors of Architecture for entry-level positions, the Mesa College program is focused primarily on transferring qualified students to university programs offering those degrees. Understanding the architect’s important role in protecting the environment is paramount. The integration of sustainable design principles within a project’s overall solution continues to be a natural extension of the holistic, collaborative design approach which is the foundation of Mesa College’s architecture curriculum.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) integrate hardware, software and data for capturing, managing, analyzing, and displaying all forms of geographically referenced information. GIS connects the world we live in by allowing us to view, understand, question, interpret, and visualize data in ways that reveal relationships, patterns, and trends in the form of maps, globes, reports, and charts.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) integrate hardware, software and data for capturing, managing, analyzing, and displaying all forms of geographically referenced information. GIS connects the world we live in by allowing us to view, understand, question, interpret, and visualize data in ways that reveal relationships, patterns, and trends in the form of maps, globes, reports, and charts.

This Certificate of Performance prepares students to assist in the instruction of children under the supervision of an Associate Teacher or higher instructor.

This certificate prepares students to provide instruction to children and supervise Assistant Teachers. Child Development courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

This degree prepares students to provide instruction to children and supervise Assistant and Associate Teachers. Child Development courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better. Additional general education and graduation requirements are listed in the Academic Requirements section of this catalog. The Associate Degree requires a minimum of 60 units.

This Certificate of Performance prepares students for entry level positions as home day care providers.

This Certificate of Achievement prepares students to provide instruction to children and provide supervision of Assistant Teachers, Associate Teachers and Teachers. It also prepares students to coordinate curriculum and staff development in the field of Child Development/Early Childhood Education.

This certificate prepares students to provide instruction to children and supervise Assistant and Associate Teachers.

The certificate of achievement in Computer Information Sciences requires completion of the courses listed below and is meant to prepare students who are planning and preparing for entry level positions in the Computer Information Sciences Industry.

The associate degree in Computer Information Sciences requires completion of the courses listed below and is meant to prepare students who are planning on transferring to Information Decision Systems programs at four-year institutions. Additional general education and graduation requirements for the associate degree are listed on page 94 of this catalog. The associate degree requires completion of a minimum of 60 units.

This certificate of performance in computer programming requires completion of the courses listed below and is meant to prepare students who are planning on preparing for entry-level positions in computer programming and/or information technology. The certificate of performance also offers students the opportunity to learn or enhance computer programming skills.

This program is designed to provide students of multimedia the opportunity to develop necessary foundation skills, master the tools and processes, and undergo industry standards production experiences. The program provides students with comprehensive approaches to the fields of Game Design and Development, Visual Communication, 3D Modeling and Animation and general Multimedia. The program curriculum is structured so as to provide students with a balance between aesthetic and practical design application. Upon completion of their program, students will be qualified for entry-level employment in their chosen emphasis.

This program is designed to provide students of multimedia the opportunity to develop necessary foundation skills, master the tools and processes, and undergo industry standards production experiences. The program provides students with comprehensive approaches to the fields of Game Design and Development, Visual Communication, 3D Modeling and Animation and general Multimedia. The program curriculum is structured so as to provide students with a balance between aesthetic and practical design application. Upon completion of their program, students will be qualified for entry-level employment in their chosen emphasis.

The Web Design program serves students entering fields that need Web Design skills and knowledge and working professionals who need to learn new skills for their current job or for career advancement. The program prepares students to design and create Web sites, including integrating databases and content management systems, creating multimedia elements, and editing content to follow writing for the Web guidelines. Students acquire a solid foundation in usability, accessibility, and design principles, as well as technical skills at hand coding HTML, CSS, basic PHP and MySQL. Students use industry standard software and practices to prepare for entry level careers.

Students in Web Design enjoy a practical hands-on approach to creating web sites using current technologies and web standards. This rigorous program trains students to create a front-end web site, which includes database integration. Upon completion of the program, students are equipped with the skills required for entry-level employment at web site design companies and large businesses and for the creation and management of web sites for small to medium size businesses.

Students in Culinary Arts/Culinary Management enjoy a practical hands-on approach to innovative methods and classical techniques, as well as numerous cuisines. A rigorous training program combines both laboratory and general education coursework, in addition to business courses including supervision and cost control. Students are prepared for employment and for transfer to four year programs.

Students in Culinary Arts/Culinary Management enjoy a practical hands-on approach to innovative methods and classical techniques, as well as numerous cuisines. A rigorous training program combines both laboratory and general education coursework, in addition to business courses including supervision and cost control. Students are prepared for employment and for transfer to four year programs.

The Real Estate program offers a variety of courses which provide students with the technical and practical knowledge needed to succeed in the Real Estate industry. This includes courses that meet the State’s educational requirements for the broker’s examination and electives for the salesperson’s license. Students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university should select the Business Administration major.