Southern Union State Community College

Drafters prepare drawings based on sketches, specifications, and calculations made by engineers, architects, and designers. These final drawings will contain detailed views of an object, specifications for materials, and other information required to fully carry out the job. Students in this program use industry specific software to perform lab exercises such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, Solid Edge, and ArcGIS. Students also have the opportunity to prototype parts with laser cutters and large format printers.

The Engineering and Design program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to prepare themselves for employment in fields such as architecture and engineering. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing activities such as NOCTI as part of this curriculum.

Drafters prepare drawings based on sketches, specifications, and calculations made by engineers, architects, and designers. These final drawings will contain detailed views of an object, specifications for materials, and other information required to fully carry out the job. Students in this program use industry specific software to perform lab exercises such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, Solid Edge, and ArcGIS. Students also have the opportunity to prototype parts with laser cutters and large format printers.

The Engineering and Design program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to prepare themselves for employment in fields such as architecture and engineering. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing activities such as NOCTI as part of this curriculum.

Drafters prepare drawings based on sketches, specifications, and calculations made by engineers, architects, and designers. These final drawings will contain detailed views of an object, specifications for materials, and other information required to fully carry out the job. Students in this program use industry specific software to perform lab exercises such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, Solid Edge, and ArcGIS. Students also have the opportunity to prototype parts with laser cutters and large format printers.

The Engineering and Design program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to prepare themselves for employment in fields such as architecture and engineering. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing activities such as NOCTI as part of this curriculum.

Drafters prepare drawings based on sketches, specifications, and calculations made by engineers, architects, and designers. These final drawings will contain detailed views of an object, specifications for materials, and other information required to fully carry out the job. Students in this program use industry specific software to perform lab exercises such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, Solid Edge, and ArcGIS. Students also have the opportunity to prototype parts with laser cutters and large format printers.

The Engineering and Design program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to prepare themselves for employment in fields such as architecture and engineering. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing activities such as NOCTI as part of this curriculum.

Drafters prepare drawings based on sketches, specifications, and calculations made by engineers, architects, and designers. These final drawings will contain detailed views of an object, specifications for materials, and other information required to fully carry out the job. Students in this program use industry specific software to perform lab exercises such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, Solid Edge, and ArcGIS. Students also have the opportunity to prototype parts with laser cutters and large format printers.

The Engineering and Design program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to prepare themselves for employment in fields such as architecture and engineering. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing activities such as NOCTI as part of this curriculum.

The Machine Shop Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the industry as a machinist. Machinists produce precision metal parts, using machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, and milling machines. Also, machinists and tool programmers set up and operate a wide variety of machine tools, using their knowledge of the working properties of metals.

They plan and carry out the operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. Students in the Machine Shop Technology Program manufacture, assemble, and repair metal parts, subassemblies, and complete machines. Increasingly the machines used to produce these metal parts are numerically controlled and most of those are computer numerically controlled (CNC). Students in this program are required to participate in 3rd party credentialing such as (NIMS) and (NOCTI) activities prior to graduation.

The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in industry as heating ventilation air conditioning refrigeration technicians.

The program places an emphasis on safety, thermodynamic principles, basic electrical and refrigeration theory and their applications to specific types of HVAC/R equipment.

Students receive training in troubleshooting and service techniques needed to install, service, and repair many types of equipment. Specific equipment training includes, but is not limited to, residential and light commercial air conditioning, heat pumps, gas heating, electric heating, commercial ice makers, and commercial refrigeration. Students will also receive training in laws governing proper refrigerant handling procedures per the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regulations. Students completing the air conditioning and refrigeration program will be required to participate in credentialing activities such as EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Handling, R-410a Refrigerant Safety Certification, Industry Competency Exam (ICE), and NOCTI.

The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in industry as heating ventilation air conditioning refrigeration technicians.

The program places an emphasis on safety, thermodynamic principles, basic electrical and refrigeration theory and their applications to specific types of HVAC/R equipment.

Students receive training in troubleshooting and service techniques needed to install, service, and repair many types of equipment. Specific equipment training includes, but is not limited to, residential and light commercial air conditioning, heat pumps, gas heating, electric heating, commercial ice makers, and commercial refrigeration. Students will also receive training in laws governing proper refrigerant handling procedures per the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regulations. Students completing the air conditioning and refrigeration program will be required to participate in credentialing activities such as EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Handling, R-410a Refrigerant Safety Certification, Industry Competency Exam (ICE), and NOCTI.

The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in industry as heating ventilation air conditioning refrigeration technicians.

The program places an emphasis on safety, thermodynamic principles, basic electrical and refrigeration theory and their applications to specific types of HVAC/R equipment.

Students receive training in troubleshooting and service techniques needed to install, service, and repair many types of equipment. Specific equipment training includes, but is not limited to, residential and light commercial air conditioning, heat pumps, gas heating, electric heating, commercial ice makers, and commercial refrigeration. Students will also receive training in laws governing proper refrigerant handling procedures per the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regulations. Students completing the air conditioning and refrigeration program will be required to participate in credentialing activities such as EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Handling, R-410a Refrigerant Safety Certification, Industry Competency Exam (ICE), and NOCTI.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.The Instrumentation and Process Control option prepares individuals to apply electronics and technical skills in the fields of industrial control systems, automated systems, process controls, embedded microcontrollers, and data acquisition systems. This option prepares individuals with knowledge and skills in the areas of AC/DC electronics, digital and analog circuits, use of electronic test equipment, use of computers for analysis and problem solving, reading electrical schematics and system diagrams, process and instrument diagrams, scientific methods, and problem solving skills.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum. The Robotics and Automation option prepares individuals for the manufacturing environment. As production systems become more streamlined, the equipment that is used becomes more complex. Today's manufacturer is looking for technicians who can troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and program manufacturing equipment. The Robotics and Automation option provides training for these technicians.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.

The program is a competency based program that includes both theory and hands on practical application based instruction. Instruction is provided in various processes and techniques of welding and cutting different types of materials.

This includes, but may not be limited to, oxy-fuel cutting, carbon arc cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, pipe welding, and plasma arc cutting. Students will also be trained in blueprint reading and interpreting weld symbols and joints. After completion of the program, the student will have covered skills designated by the AWS (American Welding Society) and will be prepared to take the AWS Entry Level Welder test. Students completing the Welding Technology program will also be required to participate in AWS Sense level 1 third party credentialing as part of the curriculum.

The program is a competency based program that includes both theory and hands on practical application based instruction. Instruction is provided in various processes and techniques of welding and cutting different types of materials.

This includes, but may not be limited to, oxy-fuel cutting, carbon arc cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, pipe welding, and plasma arc cutting. Students will also be trained in blueprint reading and interpreting weld symbols and joints. After completion of the program, the student will have covered skills designated by the AWS (American Welding Society) and will be prepared to take the AWS Entry Level Welder test. Students completing the Welding Technology program will also be required to participate in AWS Sense level 1 third party credentialing as part of the curriculum.

The Machine Shop Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the industry as a machinist. Machinists produce precision metal parts, using machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, and milling machines. Also, machinists and tool programmers set up and operate a wide variety of machine tools, using their knowledge of the working properties of metals.

They plan and carry out the operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. Students in the Machine Shop Technology Program manufacture, assemble, and repair metal parts, subassemblies, and complete machines. Increasingly the machines used to produce these metal parts are numerically controlled and most of those are computer numerically controlled (CNC). Students in this program are required to participate in 3rd party credentialing such as (NIMS) and (NOCTI) activities prior to graduation.

The program is a competency based program that includes both theory and hands on practical application based instruction. Instruction is provided in various processes and techniques of welding and cutting different types of materials.

This includes, but may not be limited to, oxy-fuel cutting, carbon arc cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, pipe welding, and plasma arc cutting. Students will also be trained in blueprint reading and interpreting weld symbols and joints. After completion of the program, the student will have covered skills designated by the AWS (American Welding Society) and will be prepared to take the AWS Entry Level Welder test. Students completing the Welding Technology program will also be required to participate in AWS Sense level 1 third party credentialing as part of the curriculum.

The program is a competency based program that includes both theory and hands on practical application based instruction. Instruction is provided in various processes and techniques of welding and cutting different types of materials.

This includes, but may not be limited to, oxy-fuel cutting, carbon arc cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, pipe welding, and plasma arc cutting. Students will also be trained in blueprint reading and interpreting weld symbols and joints. After completion of the program, the student will have covered skills designated by the AWS (American Welding Society) and will be prepared to take the AWS Entry Level Welder test. Students completing the Welding Technology program will also be required to participate in AWS Sense level 1 third party credentialing as part of the curriculum.

The program is a competency based program that includes both theory and hands on practical application based instruction. Instruction is provided in various processes and techniques of welding and cutting different types of materials.

This includes, but may not be limited to, oxy-fuel cutting, carbon arc cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, pipe welding, and plasma arc cutting. Students will also be trained in blueprint reading and interpreting weld symbols and joints. After completion of the program, the student will have covered skills designated by the AWS (American Welding Society) and will be prepared to take the AWS Entry Level Welder test. Students completing the Welding Technology program will also be required to participate in AWS Sense level 1 third party credentialing as part of the curriculum.

The program is a competency based program that includes both theory and hands on practical application based instruction. Instruction is provided in various processes and techniques of welding and cutting different types of materials.

This includes, but may not be limited to, oxy-fuel cutting, carbon arc cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, pipe welding, and plasma arc cutting. Students will also be trained in blueprint reading and interpreting weld symbols and joints. After completion of the program, the student will have covered skills designated by the AWS (American Welding Society) and will be prepared to take the AWS Entry Level Welder test. Students completing the Welding Technology program will also be required to participate in AWS Sense level 1 third party credentialing as part of the curriculum.

The Machine Shop Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the industry as a machinist. Machinists produce precision metal parts, using machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, and milling machines. Also, machinists and tool programmers set up and operate a wide variety of machine tools, using their knowledge of the working properties of metals.

They plan and carry out the operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. Students in the Machine Shop Technology Program manufacture, assemble, and repair metal parts, subassemblies, and complete machines. Increasingly the machines used to produce these metal parts are numerically controlled and most of those are computer numerically controlled (CNC). Students in this program are required to participate in 3rd party credentialing such as (NIMS) and (NOCTI) activities prior to graduation.

The program is a competency based program that includes both theory and hands on practical application based instruction. Instruction is provided in various processes and techniques of welding and cutting different types of materials.

This includes, but may not be limited to, oxy-fuel cutting, carbon arc cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, pipe welding, and plasma arc cutting. Students will also be trained in blueprint reading and interpreting weld symbols and joints. After completion of the program, the student will have covered skills designated by the AWS (American Welding Society) and will be prepared to take the AWS Entry Level Welder test. Students completing the Welding Technology program will also be required to participate in AWS Sense level 1 third party credentialing as part of the curriculum.

Drafters prepare drawings based on sketches, specifications, and calculations made by engineers, architects, and designers. These final drawings will contain detailed views of an object, specifications for materials, and other information required to fully carry out the job. Students in this program use industry specific software to perform lab exercises such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, Solid Edge, and ArcGIS. Students also have the opportunity to prototype parts with laser cutters and large format printers.

The Engineering and Design program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to prepare themselves for employment in fields such as architecture and engineering. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing activities such as NOCTI as part of this curriculum.

Drafters prepare drawings based on sketches, specifications, and calculations made by engineers, architects, and designers. These final drawings will contain detailed views of an object, specifications for materials, and other information required to fully carry out the job. Students in this program use industry specific software to perform lab exercises such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, Solid Edge, and ArcGIS. Students also have the opportunity to prototype parts with laser cutters and large format printers.

The Engineering and Design program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to prepare themselves for employment in fields such as architecture and engineering. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing activities such as NOCTI as part of this curriculum.

Drafters prepare drawings based on sketches, specifications, and calculations made by engineers, architects, and designers. These final drawings will contain detailed views of an object, specifications for materials, and other information required to fully carry out the job. Students in this program use industry specific software to perform lab exercises such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, Solid Edge, and ArcGIS. Students also have the opportunity to prototype parts with laser cutters and large format printers.

The Engineering and Design program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to prepare themselves for employment in fields such as architecture and engineering. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing activities such as NOCTI as part of this curriculum.

Drafters prepare drawings based on sketches, specifications, and calculations made by engineers, architects, and designers. These final drawings will contain detailed views of an object, specifications for materials, and other information required to fully carry out the job. Students in this program use industry specific software to perform lab exercises such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, Solid Edge, and ArcGIS. Students also have the opportunity to prototype parts with laser cutters and large format printers.

The Engineering and Design program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to prepare themselves for employment in fields such as architecture and engineering. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing activities such as NOCTI as part of this curriculum.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.The Instrumentation and Process Control option prepares individuals to apply electronics and technical skills in the fields of industrial control systems, automated systems, process controls, embedded microcontrollers, and data acquisition systems. This option prepares individuals with knowledge and skills in the areas of AC/DC electronics, digital and analog circuits, use of electronic test equipment, use of computers for analysis and problem solving, reading electrical schematics and system diagrams, process and instrument diagrams, scientific methods, and problem solving skills.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum. The Robotics and Automation option prepares individuals for the manufacturing environment. As production systems become more streamlined, the equipment that is used becomes more complex. Today's manufacturer is looking for technicians who can troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and program manufacturing equipment. The Robotics and Automation option provides training for these technicians.

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.The Instrumentation and Process Control option prepares individuals to apply electronics and technical skills in the fields of industrial control systems, automated systems, process controls, embedded microcontrollers, and data acquisition systems. This option prepares individuals with knowledge and skills in the areas of AC/DC electronics, digital and analog circuits, use of electronic test equipment, use of computers for analysis and problem solving, reading electrical schematics and system diagrams, process and instrument diagrams, scientific methods, and problem solving skills.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum. The Robotics and Automation option prepares individuals for the manufacturing environment. As production systems become more streamlined, the equipment that is used becomes more complex. Today's manufacturer is looking for technicians who can troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and program manufacturing equipment. The Robotics and Automation option provides training for these technicians.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum. The Robotics and Automation option prepares individuals for the manufacturing environment. As production systems become more streamlined, the equipment that is used becomes more complex. Today's manufacturer is looking for technicians who can troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and program manufacturing equipment. The Robotics and Automation option provides training for these technicians.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum. The Robotics and Automation option prepares individuals for the manufacturing environment. As production systems become more streamlined, the equipment that is used becomes more complex. Today's manufacturer is looking for technicians who can troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and program manufacturing equipment. The Robotics and Automation option provides training for these technicians.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.The Plastics Injection Molding Option of the Manufacturing Technology Associate of Applied Science program provides training in the plastics industry, including theory and hands-on applications. Students are given practical instruction applicable to materials, processing, and design engineering.

Injection molding machine setters and process technicians set up and tend machines that transform plastic compounds into a wide variety of consumer goods, such as toys, containers, and auto parts. They install plastic injection molds on the molding machine; make necessary connections of the electrical, hydraulic, and cooling systems to the mold; ensure that the correct plastic material, plastic melt temperatures, shot size, injection speed and pressures are set; and cycle the machine and adjust the molding parameters until acceptable parts are produced.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.

The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Technology Program is designed to help students acquire skills needed to become an industrial electrician or an electronic technician.

These technicians are involved in all phases of commercial and industrial repair and installation. Students will receive training in industrial electronics, solid state and digital fundamentals, programmable logic control and communications.

Students are also introduced to the theories and principles of the operation of electrical equipment, machines; and the installation and maintenance of motors, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, and variable speed drives. Students are involved in in-depth study of the National Electrical Code and preparation for credentialing testing. Students are required to participate in third party credentialing such as CET and third party assessments such as NOCTI prior to completion of this curriculum.

"The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.

"

The Machine Shop Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the industry as a machinist. Machinists produce precision metal parts, using machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, and milling machines. Also, machinists and tool programmers set up and operate a wide variety of machine tools, using their knowledge of the working properties of metals.

They plan and carry out the operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. Students in the Machine Shop Technology Program manufacture, assemble, and repair metal parts, subassemblies, and complete machines. Increasingly the machines used to produce these metal parts are numerically controlled and most of those are computer numerically controlled (CNC). Students in this program are required to participate in 3rd party credentialing such as (NIMS) and (NOCTI) activities prior to graduation.

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.

The Machine Shop Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the industry as a machinist. Machinists produce precision metal parts, using machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, and milling machines. Also, machinists and tool programmers set up and operate a wide variety of machine tools, using their knowledge of the working properties of metals.

They plan and carry out the operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. Students in the Machine Shop Technology Program manufacture, assemble, and repair metal parts, subassemblies, and complete machines. Increasingly the machines used to produce these metal parts are numerically controlled and most of those are computer numerically controlled (CNC). Students in this program are required to participate in 3rd party credentialing such as (NIMS) and (NOCTI) activities prior to graduation.

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to develop a multi-craft technician trained to diagnose and repair a variety of problems occurring with electrical and mechanical systems found in today’s high tech manufacturing and industrial environments.

Students will be trained to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on a variety of systems to include but not limited to electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission.

This program is designed to prepare individuals to perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance functions on industrial production, automation and robotics equipment. Students completing the Manufacturing Technology program will be required to participate in third party credentialing from NOCTI and OSHA. Students enrolled in the Manufacturing Technology program will also have the opportunity to apply to the East Alabama Industrial Consortium for participation in the Industrial Maintenance Internship Program.

The Machine Shop Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the industry as a machinist. Machinists produce precision metal parts, using machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, and milling machines. Also, machinists and tool programmers set up and operate a wide variety of machine tools, using their knowledge of the working properties of metals.

They plan and carry out the operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. Students in the Machine Shop Technology Program manufacture, assemble, and repair metal parts, subassemblies, and complete machines. Increasingly the machines used to produce these metal parts are numerically controlled and most of those are computer numerically controlled (CNC). Students in this program are required to participate in 3rd party credentialing such as (NIMS) and (NOCTI) activities prior to graduation.

The Machine Shop Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the industry as a machinist. Machinists produce precision metal parts, using machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, and milling machines. Also, machinists and tool programmers set up and operate a wide variety of machine tools, using their knowledge of the working properties of metals.

They plan and carry out the operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. Students in the Machine Shop Technology Program manufacture, assemble, and repair metal parts, subassemblies, and complete machines. Increasingly the machines used to produce these metal parts are numerically controlled and most of those are computer numerically controlled (CNC). Students in this program are required to participate in 3rd party credentialing such as (NIMS) and (NOCTI) activities prior to graduation.

The Machine Shop Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the industry as a machinist. Machinists produce precision metal parts, using machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, and milling machines. Also, machinists and tool programmers set up and operate a wide variety of machine tools, using their knowledge of the working properties of metals.

They plan and carry out the operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. Students in the Machine Shop Technology Program manufacture, assemble, and repair metal parts, subassemblies, and complete machines. Increasingly the machines used to produce these metal parts are numerically controlled and most of those are computer numerically controlled (CNC). Students in this program are required to participate in 3rd party credentialing such as (NIMS) and (NOCTI) activities prior to graduation.

The Machine Shop Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the industry as a machinist. Machinists produce precision metal parts, using machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, and milling machines. Also, machinists and tool programmers set up and operate a wide variety of machine tools, using their knowledge of the working properties of metals.

They plan and carry out the operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. Students in the Machine Shop Technology Program manufacture, assemble, and repair metal parts, subassemblies, and complete machines. Increasingly the machines used to produce these metal parts are numerically controlled and most of those are computer numerically controlled (CNC). Students in this program are required to participate in 3rd party credentialing such as (NIMS) and (NOCTI) activities prior to graduation.

Office managers are business professionals who are responsible for a diverse set of administrative tasks. This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of business and prepare themselves for positions in office management. Students in this program will learn the computer and communication skills employers say are needed the most in today’s office environment.

Southern Union’s Office Management program offers AAS and certificate options in Accounting, Administrative Office Management, and Medical Administrative Office Management. Short certificates are offered in Accounting, Administrative Office Management, Medical Administrative Office Management, Medical Billing Specialist, and Medical Transcription. The certificate options are for students who are seeking employment or to upgrade skills in the field of office management.

Office managers are business professionals who are responsible for a diverse set of administrative tasks. This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of business and prepare themselves for positions in office management. Students in this program will learn the computer and communication skills employers say are needed the most in today’s office environment.

Southern Union’s Office Management program offers AAS and certificate options in Accounting, Administrative Office Management, and Medical Administrative Office Management. Short certificates are offered in Accounting, Administrative Office Management, Medical Administrative Office Management, Medical Billing Specialist, and Medical Transcription. The certificate options are for students who are seeking employment or to upgrade skills in the field of office management.

Office managers are business professionals who are responsible for a diverse set of administrative tasks. This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of business and prepare themselves for positions in office management. Students in this program will learn the computer and communication skills employers say are needed the most in today’s office environment.

Southern Union’s Office Management program offers AAS and certificate options in Accounting, Administrative Office Management, and Medical Administrative Office Management. Short certificates are offered in Accounting, Administrative Office Management, Medical Administrative Office Management, Medical Billing Specialist, and Medical Transcription. The certificate options are for students who are seeking employment or to upgrade skills in the field of office management.

Office managers are business professionals who are responsible for a diverse set of administrative tasks. This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of business and prepare themselves for positions in office management. Students in this program will learn the computer and communication skills employers say are needed the most in today’s office environment.

Southern Union’s Office Management program offers AAS and certificate options in Accounting, Administrative Office Management, and Medical Administrative Office Management. Short certificates are offered in Accounting, Administrative Office Management, Medical Administrative Office Management, Medical Billing Specialist, and Medical Transcription. The certificate options are for students who are seeking employment or to upgrade skills in the field of office management.

Central Services and Sterile Processing Technicians are a vital support to all patient care services in many health care facilities. They are responsible for decontaminating, cleaning, processing, assembling, sterilizing, storing, and distributing the medical devices and supplies needed in patient care, especially during surgery.

Training includes preparing special packages of equipment for specialty procedures. Central Supply is also the main inventory storage area of the hospital and technicians are responsible for processing, quality assurance, and storing the equipment and instrumentation so that it is available when needed. Upon completion of the program students may expect to find employment in hospitals and various outpatient surgical centers.

Students require 400 hours of hands-on experience which allows the student to practice what they have learned. A portion of the hands-on experience will be completed within the program. The remainder must be completed within 6 months of passing the provisional certification.

Certification may be taken through International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM).

The goal of the Surgical Technology Program is to prepare competent entry-level surgical technologists in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) domains. Specifically, the program is preparing surgical technologists who can, upon completion of the surgical technology curriculum:

-Perform surgical technology skills with supervision safely and correctly.
-Incorporate basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology to the surgical patient according to a specific surgical procedure.
-Utilize appropriate safety measures, infection control, and universal precautions.
-Accept responsibility for functioning within the ethical and legal framework as a member of the healthcare team.
-Communicate verbally and nonverbally with clients and members of the health care team. -Correctly use medical terminology and abbreviations.
-Surgical Technology Student Handbook Page 12
Cognitive Skills
Educational Competencies
1. Demonstrate knowledge and practice of basic patient care concepts.
2. Apply principles of asepsis to assure safe and optimal patient care in the operating room.
Psychomotor Skills
3. Demonstrate basic surgical case preparation skills.
4. Function in the role of first scrub on basic cases.
Affective Skills
5. Perform responsibly within the ethical/legal/moral framework for surgical technologists.

The goal of the Surgical Technology Program is to prepare competent entry-level surgical technologists in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) domains. Specifically, the program is preparing surgical technologists who can, upon completion of the surgical technology curriculum:

-Perform surgical technology skills with supervision safely and correctly.
-Incorporate basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology to the surgical patient according to a specific surgical procedure.
-Utilize appropriate safety measures, infection control, and universal precautions.
-Accept responsibility for functioning within the ethical and legal framework as a member of the healthcare team.
-Communicate verbally and nonverbally with clients and members of the health care team. -Correctly use medical terminology and abbreviations.
-Surgical Technology Student Handbook Page 12
Cognitive Skills
Educational Competencies
1. Demonstrate knowledge and practice of basic patient care concepts.
2. Apply principles of asepsis to assure safe and optimal patient care in the operating room.
Psychomotor Skills
3. Demonstrate basic surgical case preparation skills.
4. Function in the role of first scrub on basic cases.
Affective Skills
5. Perform responsibly within the ethical/legal/moral framework for surgical technologists.

This program prepares students in the use of x-ray energy and computer processing techniques to demonstrate sectional anatomic images for interpretation for diagnosis and treatment.

Southern Union State Community College offers a two semester certificate program. This program is for credentialed radiologic technologists or ARRT registry eligible radiologic technologists. Upon completion of the program an individual will be registry eligible in computed tomography. Didactic courses will be taught on campus with various clinical sites being used across the state.

The mission of the Radiography program is to prepare entry level radiographers with the knowledge and skills to competently and safely perform diagnostic radiologic imaging procedures fulfilling the needs of the medi- cal community in the service area.

This program prepares students in the use of strong magnetic fields and radio waves to obtain cross-sectional anatomical images of the human body to assist in diagnosis or treatment.

Southern Union State Community College offers a two semester certificate program. This program is for credentialed radiologic technologists or ARRT registry eligible radiologic technologists. Upon completion of the program an individual will be registry eligible in magnetic resonance imaging. Didactic courses will be taught on campus with various clinical sites being used across the state.

Students must apply and be accepted into the professional phase of the Nursing Program. Applicants to the Nursing Program must meet academic requirements and then apply for admission to the particular program no later than the published deadline. Students are required to attend a Health Sciences Information Session prior to application to the program to familiarize prospective applicants with the admission criteria and acceptance process. All students begin with LPN coursework and progress to ADN coursework.

The Nursing Program admits students each semester. Students are admitted for fall and spring semesters on the Opelika Campus. Students are admitted on the Wadley Campus for the summer semester.

The LPN to RN Mobility and Paramedic to RN Mobility students are admitted one time each year in the spring semester. The LPN to RN Mobility Track II students are admitted one time each year in the fall semester.

Nursing Assistant courses are held on either the Valley or Opelika Campus each semester as needed.

In keeping with the stated purpose of Southern Union State Community College, the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program strives to produce physical therapist assistants who, under the direction and supervision of physical therapists, reflect the highest standards of practice and conduct within the profession of physical therapy.
Our mission is to prepare students to practice safe, competent, patient-centered care in an increasingly complex and rapidly changing health care system. We seek to provide full and equal access to opportunities for educational success to meet the community needs.
We believe that physical therapy is a dynamic profession, blending science with the use of evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning and the art of caring and compassion to provide quality, patient-centered care.
We believe learning is an interactive process in which faculty and students share responsibility to meet program outcomes. We believe in using educational methods that are current and supportive of students in the teaching and learning environment. Learning is enhanced by the presentation of information from simple to complex.

Students must apply and be accepted into the professional phase of the Nursing Program. Applicants to the Nursing Program must meet academic requirements and then apply for admission to the particular program no later than the published deadline. Students are required to attend a Health Sciences Information Session prior to application to the program to familiarize prospective applicants with the admission criteria and acceptance process. All students begin with LPN coursework and progress to ADN coursework.

The Nursing Program admits students each semester. Students are admitted for fall and spring semesters on the Opelika Campus. Students are admitted on the Wadley Campus for the summer semester.

The LPN to RN Mobility and Paramedic to RN Mobility students are admitted one time each year in the spring semester. The LPN to RN Mobility Track II students are admitted one time each year in the fall semester.

Nursing Assistant courses are held on either the Valley or Opelika Campus each semester as needed.

In the App Development with Swift courses, students will learn to code and design fully functional apps, gaining critical job skills in software development and information technology.

The curriculum is designed by Apple engineers and educators and uses Swift, one of the world’s most popular programming languages. Mobile App development has been ranked as one of the hottest jobs to have in 2016 with the job market having been predicted to skyrocket by 32% from 2010 through 2020. Don’t miss your opportunity to learn to code with curriculum from the company who invented Swift and defined the App Economy.

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

This program is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills of computer science and prepare for employment in computer-related positions as programmers or computer technicians. Students should contact an academic advisor regarding the transferability of specific courses to a four-year institution.

Southern Union offers a selection of certificates and an Associate in Science degree in Computer Science. If you have more questions about this program, contact Academic Advisor, Amanda Harkins at aharkins@suscc.edu

The Automotive Service Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the automotive service industry. Students completing the program can pursue careers as automotive service technicians, service advisors, parts salespersons, or automobile specialists.

The program emphasizes a combination of automotive mechanics theory and practical application necessary for successful entry level employment. Instructional opportunities enable students to develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills which are necessary to keep abreast of the changing technology in the automotive field. The program helps prepare students for the nationally recognized industry credentials for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification.

The Automotive Service Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the automotive service industry. Students completing the program can pursue careers as automotive service technicians, service advisors, parts salespersons, or automobile specialists.

The program emphasizes a combination of automotive mechanics theory and practical application necessary for successful entry level employment. Instructional opportunities enable students to develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills which are necessary to keep abreast of the changing technology in the automotive field. The program helps prepare students for the nationally recognized industry credentials for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification.

The Automotive Service Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the automotive service industry. Students completing the program can pursue careers as automotive service technicians, service advisors, parts salespersons, or automobile specialists.

The program emphasizes a combination of automotive mechanics theory and practical application necessary for successful entry level employment. Instructional opportunities enable students to develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills which are necessary to keep abreast of the changing technology in the automotive field. The program helps prepare students for the nationally recognized industry credentials for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification.

The program content includes instruction in operating diesel powered tractor-trailer rigs, identifying common vehicle components, defensive driving skills, actual driving on rural, urban and interstate highways, handling cargo, backing and maneuvering tractor-trailers, documentation and verification of loads and hours of service, and the performance of vehicle inspections.

The basic goals of the truck driver training program include:

Personal safety (during training activities);
Learning how to drive safely (avoiding accidents);
Learning how to drive legally (how to comply with Motor Carrier laws and regulations);
Learning how to drive efficiently (how to get maximum fuel mileage and avoid excess wear and tear on vehicle parts);
Preparation for the Alabama CDL skills test (pre-trip, basic control, road test); and
Preparation for the workplace (employment in the field).

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) is a one semester program that is taught fall, spring or summer semesters as needed. Interested students must hold a current Alabama EMT license, meet all program admission requirements and apply for admission to the program.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a one semester program that is taught fall, spring or summer semesters as needed. Interested students must meet minimum admission requirements and apply for admission to the program. See admission requirements.

Paramedic (PAR) is the final level of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program. Paramedic is a three semester program that begins spring and other semesters as needed. Interested students must hold an Alabama AEMT license, meet College and EMS Paramedic Program admission requirements and apply for admission to the program.

Paramedic (PAR) is the final level of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program. Paramedic is a three semester program that begins spring and other semesters as needed. Interested students must hold an Alabama AEMT license, meet College and EMS Paramedic Program admission requirements and apply for admission to the program.

Paramedic (PAR) is the final level of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program. Paramedic is a three semester program that begins spring and other semesters as needed. Interested students must hold an Alabama AEMT license, meet College and EMS Paramedic Program admission requirements and apply for admission to the program.

The child development program is designed to provide students with the skills needed to work effectively with young children and their families. Students learn how to design and manage childcare settings which meet the developmental needs, interests, and abilities of young children while providing a safe and healthy environment. Students will develop a broad base of child development knowledge, which will prepare them to plan developmentally appropriate experiences for children from birth through early childhood.

Students gain a historical perspective of childcare and understanding of the theoretical foundations of early childhood growth and development which fosters an appreciation for the importance of quality care for young children. Specific coursework introduces students to the health and safety concerns of working with young children, appropriate methods and materials for use at various ages, the value and challenges of working with diverse families, the unique issues facing children with special needs, and issues associated with the administration of a childcare center or program.

Several child development courses also include observations in childcare settings where students are able to see first-hand, issues being discussed in class. Students working towards the Associate in Applied Science degree also complete a supervised practical internship in a child care facility which provides them an opportunity for practical application of skills learned during their program of study.

The child development program is designed to provide students with the skills needed to work effectively with young children and their families. Students learn how to design and manage childcare settings which meet the developmental needs, interests, and abilities of young children while providing a safe and healthy environment. Students will develop a broad base of child development knowledge, which will prepare them to plan developmentally appropriate experiences for children from birth through early childhood.

Students gain a historical perspective of childcare and understanding of the theoretical foundations of early childhood growth and development which fosters an appreciation for the importance of quality care for young children. Specific coursework introduces students to the health and safety concerns of working with young children, appropriate methods and materials for use at various ages, the value and challenges of working with diverse families, the unique issues facing children with special needs, and issues associated with the administration of a childcare center or program.

Several child development courses also include observations in childcare settings where students are able to see first-hand, issues being discussed in class. Students working towards the Associate in Applied Science degree also complete a supervised practical internship in a child care facility which provides them an opportunity for practical application of skills learned during their program of study.

The child development program is designed to provide students with the skills needed to work effectively with young children and their families. Students learn how to design and manage childcare settings which meet the developmental needs, interests, and abilities of young children while providing a safe and healthy environment. Students will develop a broad base of child development knowledge, which will prepare them to plan developmentally appropriate experiences for children from birth through early childhood.

Students gain a historical perspective of childcare and understanding of the theoretical foundations of early childhood growth and development which fosters an appreciation for the importance of quality care for young children. Specific coursework introduces students to the health and safety concerns of working with young children, appropriate methods and materials for use at various ages, the value and challenges of working with diverse families, the unique issues facing children with special needs, and issues associated with the administration of a childcare center or program.

Several child development courses also include observations in childcare settings where students are able to see first-hand, issues being discussed in class. Students working towards the Associate in Applied Science degree also complete a supervised practical internship in a child care facility which provides them an opportunity for practical application of skills learned during their program of study.

The child development program is designed to provide students with the skills needed to work effectively with young children and their families. Students learn how to design and manage childcare settings which meet the developmental needs, interests, and abilities of young children while providing a safe and healthy environment. Students will develop a broad base of child development knowledge, which will prepare them to plan developmentally appropriate experiences for children from birth through early childhood.

Students gain a historical perspective of childcare and understanding of the theoretical foundations of early childhood growth and development which fosters an appreciation for the importance of quality care for young children. Specific coursework introduces students to the health and safety concerns of working with young children, appropriate methods and materials for use at various ages, the value and challenges of working with diverse families, the unique issues facing children with special needs, and issues associated with the administration of a childcare center or program.

Several child development courses also include observations in childcare settings where students are able to see first-hand, issues being discussed in class. Students working towards the Associate in Applied Science degree also complete a supervised practical internship in a child care facility which provides them an opportunity for practical application of skills learned during their program of study.

The child development program is designed to provide students with the skills needed to work effectively with young children and their families. Students learn how to design and manage childcare settings which meet the developmental needs, interests, and abilities of young children while providing a safe and healthy environment. Students will develop a broad base of child development knowledge, which will prepare them to plan developmentally appropriate experiences for children from birth through early childhood.

Students gain a historical perspective of childcare and understanding of the theoretical foundations of early childhood growth and development which fosters an appreciation for the importance of quality care for young children. Specific coursework introduces students to the health and safety concerns of working with young children, appropriate methods and materials for use at various ages, the value and challenges of working with diverse families, the unique issues facing children with special needs, and issues associated with the administration of a childcare center or program.

Several child development courses also include observations in childcare settings where students are able to see first-hand, issues being discussed in class. Students working towards the Associate in Applied Science degree also complete a supervised practical internship in a child care facility which provides them an opportunity for practical application of skills learned during their program of study.

The child development program is designed to provide students with the skills needed to work effectively with young children and their families. Students learn how to design and manage childcare settings which meet the developmental needs, interests, and abilities of young children while providing a safe and healthy environment. Students will develop a broad base of child development knowledge, which will prepare them to plan developmentally appropriate experiences for children from birth through early childhood.

Students gain a historical perspective of childcare and understanding of the theoretical foundations of early childhood growth and development which fosters an appreciation for the importance of quality care for young children. Specific coursework introduces students to the health and safety concerns of working with young children, appropriate methods and materials for use at various ages, the value and challenges of working with diverse families, the unique issues facing children with special needs, and issues associated with the administration of a childcare center or program.

Several child development courses also include observations in childcare settings where students are able to see first-hand, issues being discussed in class. Students working towards the Associate in Applied Science degree also complete a supervised practical internship in a child care facility which provides them an opportunity for practical application of skills learned during their program of study.

The child development program is designed to provide students with the skills needed to work effectively with young children and their families. Students learn how to design and manage childcare settings which meet the developmental needs, interests, and abilities of young children while providing a safe and healthy environment. Students will develop a broad base of child development knowledge, which will prepare them to plan developmentally appropriate experiences for children from birth through early childhood.

Students gain a historical perspective of childcare and understanding of the theoretical foundations of early childhood growth and development which fosters an appreciation for the importance of quality care for young children. Specific coursework introduces students to the health and safety concerns of working with young children, appropriate methods and materials for use at various ages, the value and challenges of working with diverse families, the unique issues facing children with special needs, and issues associated with the administration of a childcare center or program.

Several child development courses also include observations in childcare settings where students are able to see first-hand, issues being discussed in class. Students working towards the Associate in Applied Science degree also complete a supervised practical internship in a child care facility which provides them an opportunity for practical application of skills learned during their program of study.

This program seeks to produce job candidates who are work ready and prepared for the physical and academic demands of the various training academies. This program consist of 29 semester hours and is designed to be completed in one year.

This program seeks to produce job candidates who are work ready and prepared for the physical and academic demands of the various training academies. This program consist of 29 semester hours and is designed to be completed in one year.

This program seeks to produce job candidates who are work ready and prepared for the physical and academic demands of the various training academies. This program consist of 29 semester hours and is designed to be completed in one year.

The field of business is very diverse and therefore requires a diverse range of skill sets to support it. Just a few examples include, but are not limited to, business management, office management, entrepreneurship, technology support, and information systems support. The Associate in Applied Science degree is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge are skills of business and prepare themselves for these positions. Also, the certificate programs are designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills in management in a shorter period. While obtaining their degrees or certificates, students will also have the opportunity to acquire certifications such as MOS (Microsoft Office Specialists) and CompTIA A+.

The field of business is very diverse and therefore requires a diverse range of skill sets to support it. Just a few examples include, but are not limited to, business management, office management, entrepreneurship, technology support, and information systems support. The Associate in Applied Science degree is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge are skills of business and prepare themselves for these positions. Also, the certificate programs are designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills in management in a shorter period. While obtaining their degrees or certificates, students will also have the opportunity to acquire certifications such as MOS (Microsoft Office Specialists) and CompTIA A+.

The field of business is very diverse and therefore requires a diverse range of skill sets to support it. Just a few examples include, but are not limited to, business management, office management, entrepreneurship, technology support, and information systems support. The Associate in Applied Science degree is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge are skills of business and prepare themselves for these positions. Also, the certificate programs are designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills in management in a shorter period. While obtaining their degrees or certificates, students will also have the opportunity to acquire certifications such as MOS (Microsoft Office Specialists) and CompTIA A+.

The field of business is very diverse and therefore requires a diverse range of skill sets to support it. Just a few examples include, but are not limited to, business management, office management, entrepreneurship, technology support, and information systems support. The Associate in Applied Science degree is designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge are skills of business and prepare themselves for these positions. Also, the certificate programs are designed for the professional development of individuals who desire to upgrade their knowledge and skills in management in a shorter period. While obtaining their degrees or certificates, students will also have the opportunity to acquire certifications such as MOS (Microsoft Office Specialists) and CompTIA A+.

The Cosmetology program is designed to prepare individuals to meet the rigorous standards outlined by the Alabama State Board of Cosmetology. Students completing the program will have been trained in a number of disciplines such as: shampooing, haircutting, hair straightening, permanent waving, wig and hairpiece enhancement and hair coloring. Students are also trained in the area of facials and facial make-up, specialized scalp treatments as well as providing manicures and pedicures. These disciplines are taught and observed using strict industry standards in hygiene and safety. This program helps prepare students to take their cosmetologist exams with the Alabama State Board of Cosmetology.