South Puget Sound Community College

The Automotive Technology Program is designed to provide entry-level skills in the automotive mechanics field. Students learn to diagnose automotive problems in a practical hands-on shop environment, using state-of-the-art diagnostic and repair equipment. Upon completion of this program students will be qualified for a broad range of employment opportunities.

Students learn to diagnose automotive problems in a practical hands-on shop environment, using state-of-the-art diagnostic and repair equipment. Upon completion of this program students will be qualified for a broad range of employment opportunities.

The Automotive Technology Program is designed to provide entry-level skills in the automotive mechanics field. Students learn to diagnose automotive problems in a practical hands-on shop environment, using state-of-the-art diagnostic and repair equipment. Upon completion of this program students will be qualified for a broad range of employment opportunities.

The certificate and degree program provides the knowledge and skills for students to design and create products for the manufacturing industry. Students will use MASTERCAM CAD/CAM software to operate multi-axis numerical control machines. Training will utilize manufacturing related math, industry blueprint reading, CAD geometry, CAM tool paths, precision measurement, machine setup and operation, and quality control procedures. Students can further pursue the creation of detailed industry standard blueprints from 3-D solid models, as well as work with metal processes.

The certificate and degree program provides the knowledge and skills for students to design and create products for the manufacturing industry. Students will use MASTERCAM CAD/CAM software to operate multi-axis numerical control machines. Training will utilize manufacturing related math, industry blueprint reading, CAD geometry, CAM tool paths, precision measurement, machine setup and operation, and quality control procedures. Students can further pursue the creation of detailed industry standard blueprints from 3-D solid models, as well as work with metal processes.

The Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Technology Associate in Applied Science Program, which is from here on referred to as the AEC Program, is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in various sectors of the AEC Industry.

The Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Technology Associate in Applied Science Program, which is from here on referred to as the AEC Program, is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in various sectors of the AEC Industry.

The Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Technology Associate in Applied Science Program, which is from here on referred to as the AEC Program, is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in various sectors of the AEC Industry.

The Welding Technology Program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in welding and related occupations. The competency-based curriculum combines classroom instruction with extensive hands-on training and practical exercises to develop knowledge and skill in the most common welding and metal cutting processes used in industry.

The Welding Technology Program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in welding and related occupations. The competency-based curriculum combines classroom instruction with extensive hands-on training and practical exercises to develop knowledge and skill in the most common welding and metal cutting processes used in industry.

The Welding Technology Program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in welding and related occupations. The competency-based curriculum combines classroom instruction with extensive hands-on training and practical exercises to develop knowledge and skill in the most common welding and metal cutting processes used in industry.

The Welding Technology Program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in welding and related occupations. The competency-based curriculum combines classroom instruction with extensive hands-on training and practical exercises to develop knowledge and skill in the most common welding and metal cutting processes used in industry.

The Welding Technology Program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in welding and related occupations. The competency-based curriculum combines classroom instruction with extensive hands-on training and practical exercises to develop knowledge and skill in the most common welding and metal cutting processes used in industry.

The Welding Technology Program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in welding and related occupations. The competency-based curriculum combines classroom instruction with extensive hands-on training and practical exercises to develop knowledge and skill in the most common welding and metal cutting processes used in industry.

Basic background in business with emphasis on skills required to coordinate multiple functions within a small business. Program focuses on recordkeeping skills, communication skills and enhancing interpersonal skills to improve the efficiency of an organization.

This program is approved to award Professional Development Units through the HR Certification Institute (HRCI)® and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).

The Human Resource Management Certificate program provides comprehensive grounding in underlying principles, concepts, and terminology.

Coursework begins with an introduction to networking, client/server operating systems and computer hardware. A steady progression follows to more advanced subject matter in these areas.

Coursework begins with an introduction to networking, client/server operating systems and computer hardware. A steady progression follows to more advanced subject matter in these areas.

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Information Systems is for students interested in using software to store and process business information. Information systems duties include some or all of the following: installation and configuration of database software, database programming and design, user training, application software maintenance, performance tuning, system evaluation, and working with users and management to identify the information needed for business decisions.

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Information Systems is for students interested in using software to store and process business information. Information systems duties include some or all of the following: installation and configuration of database software, database programming and design, user training, application software maintenance, performance tuning, system evaluation, and working with users and management to identify the information needed for business decisions.

Coursework begins with an introduction to networking, client/server operating systems and computer hardware. A steady progression follows to more advanced subject matter in these areas.

Information Technology Computer Support is designed for persons interested in working with end users in network environments. Duties may include software/hardware trouble shooting, installation, configuration and direct user support. This track helps to prepare the student for the A+, N+, Security+ and client MCSA certifications.

Coursework begins with an introduction to networking, client/server operating systems and computer hardware. A steady progression follows to more advanced subject matter in these areas.

Information Technology Computer Support is designed for persons interested in working with end users in network environments. Duties may include software/hardware trouble shooting, installation, configuration and direct user support. This track helps to prepare the student for the A+, N+, Security+ and client MCSA certifications.

Coursework begins with an introduction to networking, client/server operating systems and computer hardware. A steady progression follows to more advanced subject matter in these areas.

Information Technology Computer Support is designed for persons interested in working with end users in network environments. Duties may include software/hardware trouble shooting, installation, configuration and direct user support. This track helps to prepare the student for the A+, N+, Security+ and client MCSA certifications.

Coursework begins with an introduction to networking, client/server operating systems and computer hardware. A steady progression follows to more advanced subject matter in these areas, with additional emphasis on securing both wired and wireless networks, and a focus on ethical hacking.

The Cybersecurity Program is designed for persons interested in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting computer networks with an emphasis on security. The program prepares students for positions in network technical support, utilizing security tools and procedures. This program is for students interested in a pathway into the cybersecurity field. It helps to prepare the student for the A+, N+, Security+, CySA+, CWTS, CEH, CCNA, CCNA Security and Microsoft MCSA certifications.

Coursework begins with an introduction to networking, client/server operating systems and computer hardware. A steady progression follows to more advanced subject matter in these areas, with additional emphasis on securing both wired and wireless networks, and a focus on ethical hacking.

The Cybersecurity Program is designed for persons interested in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting computer networks with an emphasis on security. The program prepares students for positions in network technical support, utilizing security tools and procedures. This program is for students interested in a pathway into the cybersecurity field. It helps to prepare the student for the A+, N+, Security+, CySA+, CWTS, CEH, CCNA, CCNA Security and Microsoft MCSA certifications.

This certificate covers the essential skills in the information security domain. The program’s curriculum focuses on problem-solving skills and techniques needed to provide computer-based solutions to security issues; in addition, this series will provide relevant experience to any student preparing for the Security+ or GSEC exams. The classes can be taken in any order as they fit into your schedule; we recommend starting with Security: Malware, Networks and more then take the rest of the classes in the order listed.

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Information Systems is for students interested in using software to store and process business information. Information systems duties include some or all of the following: installation and configuration of database software, database programming and design, user training, application software maintenance, performance tuning, system evaluation, and working with users and management to identify the information needed for business decisions.

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Information Systems is for students interested in using software to store and process business information. Information systems duties include some or all of the following: installation and configuration of database software, database programming and design, user training, application software maintenance, performance tuning, system evaluation, and working with users and management to identify the information needed for business decisions.

Coursework begins with an introduction to networking, client/server operating systems and computer hardware. A steady progression follows to more advanced subject matter in these areas, with additional emphasis on securing both wired and wireless networks, and a focus on ethical hacking.

The Cybersecurity Program is designed for persons interested in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting computer networks with an emphasis on security. The program prepares students for positions in network technical support, utilizing security tools and procedures. This program is for students interested in a pathway into the cybersecurity field. It helps to prepare the student for the A+, N+, Security+, CySA+, CWTS, CEH, CCNA, CCNA Security and Microsoft MCSA certifications.

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Information Systems is for students interested in using software to store and process business information. Information systems duties include some or all of the following: installation and configuration of database software, database programming and design, user training, application software maintenance, performance tuning, system evaluation, and working with users and management to identify the information needed for business decisions.

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Information Systems is for students interested in using software to store and process business information. Information systems duties include some or all of the following: installation and configuration of database software, database programming and design, user training, application software maintenance, performance tuning, system evaluation, and working with users and management to identify the information needed for business decisions.

Coursework begins with an introduction to networking, client/server operating systems and computer hardware. A steady progression follows to more advanced subject matter in these areas.

Information Technology Computer Support is designed for persons interested in working with end users in network environments. Duties may include software/hardware trouble shooting, installation, configuration and direct user support. This track helps to prepare the student for the A+, N+, Security+ and client MCSA certifications.

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Information Systems is for students interested in using software to store and process business information. Information systems duties include some or all of the following: installation and configuration of database software, database programming and design, user training, application software maintenance, performance tuning, system evaluation, and working with users and management to identify the information needed for business decisions.

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Information Systems is for students interested in using software to store and process business information. Information systems duties include some or all of the following: installation and configuration of database software, database programming and design, user training, application software maintenance, performance tuning, system evaluation, and working with users and management to identify the information needed for business decisions.

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Information Systems is for students interested in using software to store and process business information. Information systems duties include some or all of the following: installation and configuration of database software, database programming and design, user training, application software maintenance, performance tuning, system evaluation, and working with users and management to identify the information needed for business decisions.

The AAS in Software Development is for students interested in designing, building, and supporting software solutions to business problems. The degree covers local and web-based applications, as well as basic cloud-based deployment in languages like C# and JavaScript. This includes fundamental skills for working with web sites, database connectivity, and cybersecurity concepts. Students create a foundation for further training and will be able to use industry standard tools to gather and convey information.

The Culinary Arts Program at South Puget Sound Community College is designed to provide knowledge and skills in the areas of food production, service and hospitality, and kitchen and dining room supervision. Student’s progress through high volume food service applications in the areas of soups and sauces, starch and vegetables, meat fabrication, cold foods and garde manger, sauté and hot line food production, table service, restaurant baking, and kitchen and dining room supervision. All students in the program will gain marketable skills, regardless of previous experience in the hospitality/food service industry.

The Culinary Arts Program at South Puget Sound Community College is designed to provide knowledge and skills in the areas of food production, service and hospitality, and kitchen and dining room supervision. Student’s progress through high volume food service applications in the areas of soups and sauces, starch and vegetables, meat fabrication, cold foods and garde manger, sauté and hot line food production, table service, restaurant baking, and kitchen and dining room supervision. All students in the program will gain marketable skills, regardless of previous experience in the hospitality/food service industry.

Dental Assisting educates students in all phases of dental assisting, including expanded functions and passing the National Board Exam for Certification. The program is designed to be completed in five quarters (summer through the following summer) by full-time students.

This program provides instruction to dental assistants as preparation for licensure as an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) in the state of Washington. The curriculum is approved by the Dental Quality Assurance Commission.

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Medical Administrative Assistant is designed for persons interested in working in a medical office in an administrative support position in the private or public sector. The program equips the student with a variety of skills used in large or small offices through the study of keyboarding, formatting, communications, human relations, word processing, spreadsheets, databases and other related courses.

The Medical Coding and Billing Program is designed for persons interested in becoming medical coders and billers. Medical coders check medical records and notes to assign codes for illnesses, injuries, procedures, and diagnoses. Medical billers know insurance plans, regulations, and guidelines. Both use this knowledge to assign codes for preparing insurance claims and preparing invoices. They maintain records in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system.

The Medical Assisting Program provides the administrative and clinical knowledge and skills necessary for employment as a Medical Assistant. This includes cognitive, psychomotor and affective skills essential for assisting physicians and other healthcare practitioners with many aspects of medical practice, including administrative and clinical procedures. Examples of administrative procedures taught in the program include: Electronic Medical Records (EMR) simulation; Medical insurance billing and referrals; diagnostic and procedural coding; daily financial practices; medical records and appointment management. Examples of clinical procedures explored in the program include direct patient care such as: obtaining patient vital signs; entering patient data into EMR’s; assisting with physical examinations, phlebotomy (blood draw), administering injections, performing electrocardiograms (EKG’s); instrument processing and assisting in sterile procedures.

The Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to provide persons interested in working with children a systematic study of the care, development and education of children from birth to age eight. Students gain the knowledge and competency necessary for a professional career working with young children.

The Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to provide persons interested in working with children a systematic study of the care, development and education of children from birth to age eight. Students gain the knowledge and competency necessary for a professional career working with young children.

The Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to provide persons interested in working with children a systematic study of the care, development and education of children from birth to age eight. Students gain the knowledge and competency necessary for a professional career working with young children.

The Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to provide persons interested in working with children a systematic study of the care, development and education of children from birth to age eight. Students gain the knowledge and competency necessary for a professional career working with young children.

The Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to provide persons interested in working with children a systematic study of the care, development and education of children from birth to age eight. Students gain the knowledge and competency necessary for a professional career working with young children.

The Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to provide persons interested in working with children a systematic study of the care, development and education of children from birth to age eight. Students gain the knowledge and competency necessary for a professional career working with young children.

The Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to provide persons interested in working with children a systematic study of the care, development and education of children from birth to age eight. Students gain the knowledge and competency necessary for a professional career working with young children.

The Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to provide persons interested in working with children a systematic study of the care, development and education of children from birth to age eight. Students gain the knowledge and competency necessary for a professional career working with young children.

The Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to provide persons interested in working with children a systematic study of the care, development and education of children from birth to age eight. Students gain the knowledge and competency necessary for a professional career working with young children.

The overall program goal of the Paralegal Associate in Applied Science Degree is to prepare students for careers as paralegals or legal assistants working under the supervision of lawyers. In addition, it is the aim of the program to provide students with knowledge of legal concepts, procedures and essential skills required to serve the needs of a complex legal and business community. The Program emphasizes organizational, interpersonal, analytical and technological skills that support students in their professional pursuits and provides a broad range of skills for positions in a variety of legal settings such as private law firms, government agencies, community action agencies, corporate legal departments, insurance companies, estate and trust departments of large banks, or real estate and title companies.

Whether you planned a career in graphic design or have inherited the job of designing print based communication for your organization, this program will give you the foundational skills to work in this fun and fast-paced industry. Build a foundation in design theory and software that will help you to create brochures, posters, newsletters, and work in other key areas of print design. Courses cover topics that take you from the “whys” of design and best practices to hands on “hows” of getting it done. Intermixed in all courses are the communication and interview skills that are necessary to work with the needs of your organization to hit their visual goals. As a graphic designer you mix business savvy and technical skills in a very artistic way.