York County Community College

Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to provide students with a foundational knowledge of related terminology, biology, husbandry and career opportunities. Graduates of this program will have solid skills to support movement into pet care services management. The graduate will possess knowledge of appropriate care of many species of animals useful in pet retail businesses, pet grooming facilities, pet daycare facilities, pet boarding facilities, animal shelters, support positions in veterinary clinics. Areas of study in addition to the general education requirements include an introduction to animal science, animal anatomy and physiology, animal nutrition, introduction to business as well as other opportunities.

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Veterinary Technology prepares students with skills in animal healthcare and management, clinical techniques, science, communication, critical thinking and decision making. The program combines theoretical-based classroom learning with hands-on laboratory and field experience through external partnerships and clinical experiences ensuring a strong foundation in veterinary technology with both small and large animals. Throughout the program students acquire the foundation of knowledge, attitude and behaviors that are necessary to function as a veterinary technician as well as providing for the accomplishment of the Essential Skills as required by the accrediting body, the American Veterinary Medical Association’s Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities. Students who are successful in the program and who accomplish all of the required Essential Skills will be eligible to sit of the National Veterinary Technician Examination in order to acquire registration, certification or licensure.

The Medical Assisting Associate Degree program focuses on providing students with basic education and training needed in fast-paced and demanding medical offices.The program encompasses instruction in communications, software applications, mathematics, pharmacology, medical terminology, medical law and ethics, as well as clinical and administrative competencies and includes a practicum in a healthcare setting. All courses are designed to prepare graduates to work successfully in a wide variety of outpatient medical settings.

In partnership with York County Community College (YCCC), Southern Maine Community College (SMCC)offers anursingprogramonthe campus of YCCC. Residents ofYorkCounty have access to a quality RN program through this partnership. Students may take the required prerequisites and general education courses for the RN program at SMCC or YCCC. In addition, all nursing courses are offered on the YCCC campus by SMCC faculty. As much as possible, clinical experiences are offered at hospitals and long-term care facilities located in York County. The curriculum blends Nursing courses with general education coursesto provide a sound theoretical base of nursing practice. Clinical experiences are concurrent with didactic experiences during the foursemesters.

The Architectural and Engineering Design degree curriculum provides a broad-based education for employment in a variety of design disciplines. Students learn Computer Aided Design (CAD) and 3D printing, engineering standards and design concepts, fabrication and construction processes, structural mechanics and material properties, and measurements and mathematics as they relate to the design process. Courses are designed to develop problem solving, critical thinking, communication and technical skills. The program prepares students for advanced CAD applications emerging in the fields of architecture, engineering, graphics, and design.

The Architectural Drafting & Design Certificate Program is designed to meet the needs of those who plan to seek employment in the area of Architectural Drafting & Design. Students learn basic engineering standards and design concepts, building code requirements, knowledge of materials, and measurements and mathematics required for construction. Courses utilize the latest CAD software, allowing students to graduate with leading edge skills. All courses in this certificate program may be applied to the Architectural Design AAS degree.

The Mechanical Drafting & Design Certificate Program is designed to meet the needs of those who plan to seek employment in the area of mechanical drafting & design. Students learn basic engineering standards and design concepts, machining and fabrication processes, knowledge of materials, and measurements and mathematics as they relate to the design process. Courses utilize the latest CAD software, allowing students to graduate with leading edge skills. All courses in this certificate program may be applied to the Architectural Design AAS degree.

The Baking and Pastry Certificate is designed to prepare the student for a career in the specialized field of baking and pastry arts. It will enable graduates to take an entry level role in a baking and pastry kitchen. The courses in this program are transferable to the culinary arts associate's degree program.

The Culinary Arts curriculum focuses on classical and nouvelle French cooking techniques with hands-on classes that encompass knife-skills, stocks and sauces, GardeManger, and International and American Regional Cuisine. The Culinary Arts program encourages students to be creative and artistic as part of the development of the full set of classical skills. Students will learn to prepare food with attention to balance of flavors, aroma and presentation. Routine practice of fundamental techniques and procedures ensures our students every opportunity to be successful in any culinary endeavor. We cook, taste, and talk about food everyday in our cooking labs. We focus on using fresh, local ingredients, with an emphasis on seasonality and sustainable resources. In addition to building culinary expertise, we also focus on the management concepts necessary to be a successful Executive Chef, food service manager or culinary business owner. Personnel and financial management as well as menu design, inventory and cost control are all important parts of the training required to be a professional in the culinary arts.

The Foodservice Specialist Certificate is designed to prepare the student for a non-supervisory role in professional kitchens. It will enable graduates to take an entry level role in a professional kitchen. Instruction covers topics such as meat fabrication, cooking, meal preparation and sanitation. The courses in this program are transferable to the culinary arts associates degree program.

The Associate in Applied Science Behavioral Health Studies program is designed to prepare students with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue a position in the mental health field or continue their studies at the Baccalaureate level. Areas of study include trauma, vocational rehabilitation, substance abuse issues, human development, cultural awareness, counseling theories, and the role of mental health providers. Graduates of the associate degree program are automatically certified to receive their Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician Community Certification (MHRT/C) by virtue of their degree. This certificate represents the minimum licensing qualifications necessary for working in the mental health field in Maine and is required for all positions funded by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services. Graduates of this program will obtain a marketable degree with embedded certification which will allow them to work with multiple populations including individuals confronting mental illness, developmental delays, substance abuse, and other behavioral health conditions.

The Community Mental Health Certificate Program is designed to prepare students with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue a position in the mental health field or provide an opportunity for advancement through credentialing for those already working in the field. Areas of study include trauma, vocational rehabilitation, substance abuse, listening/communication techniques, and cultural awareness. Upon completion of the certificate requirements students are eligible to apply for the Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician Community (MHRT/ ) certificate through the State of Maine. This certificate represents the minimum licensing qualifications necessary for working in the mental health field in Maine and is required for all positions funded by the Main Department of Health and Human Services. The courses in this program are transferable to th Behavioral Health Studies program.

The Criminal Justice Associate Degree program focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes and its legal and public policy contexts. The program includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues.

The Criminal Justice Associate Degree program focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes and its legal and public policy contexts. The program includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues.

The Criminal Justice Associate Degree program focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes and its legal and public policy contexts. The program includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues.

The Criminal Justice Associate Degree program focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes and its legal and public policy contexts. The program includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues.

The Criminal Justice Associate Degree program focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes and its legal and public policy contexts. The program includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues.

This Associate in Science degree in Education offers students both a theoretical and practical foundation of study toward careers in teaching, social services and other education-based careers. This program is designed to allow students to tailor their course-work to their immediate or long-term education related career interests and the appropriate baccalaureate transfer option. Students planning to transfer should select electives consistent with their desired transfer program and work closely with a transfer counselor and an academic advisor for course selection.

The Computer Science program provides students with a solid grounding in both theoretical and practical topics in computer science, emphasizing the concepts that underlie computer design and development, languages, and systems. The program provides the foundational courses typically encountered in the first two years of study in most baccalaureate programs. Core courses in programming, algorithms and data structures, discrete math, and computer architecture constitute the nucleus of this program. Selected courses in the liberal arts support and enhance this central core. The curriculum is designed to develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills and to prepare students for rewarding and challenging careers.

The Computer Science program provides students with a solid grounding in both theoretical and practical topics in computer science, emphasizing the concepts that underlie computer design and development, languages, and systems. The program provides the foundational courses typically encountered in the first two years of study in most baccalaureate programs. Core courses in programming, algorithms and data structures, discrete math, and computer architecture constitute the nucleus of this program. Selected courses in the liberal arts support and enhance this central core. The curriculum is designed to develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills and to prepare students for rewarding and challenging careers.

The Information Technology program provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the ever-widening needs of business and industry. The program gives students hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system administration, computer networks, web systems, computer programming, and databases. Students also have the opportunity
to gain work experience through an internship. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the everchanging IT landscape.

The Information Technology program provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the ever-widening needs of business and industry. The program gives students hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system administration, computer networks, web systems, computer programming, and databases. Students also have the opportunity
to gain work experience through an internship. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the everchanging IT landscape.

The Computer Science program provides students with a solid grounding in both theoretical and practical topics in computer science, emphasizing the concepts that underlie computer design and development, languages, and systems. The program provides the foundational courses typically encountered in the first two years of study in most baccalaureate programs. Core courses in programming, algorithms and data structures, discrete math, and computer architecture constitute the nucleus of this program. Selected courses in the liberal arts support and enhance this central core. The curriculum is designed to develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills and to prepare students for rewarding and challenging careers.

The Computer Science program provides students with a solid grounding in both theoretical and practical topics in computer science, emphasizing the concepts that underlie computer design and development, languages, and systems. The program provides the foundational courses typically encountered in the first two years of study in most baccalaureate programs. Core courses in programming, algorithms and data structures, discrete math, and computer architecture constitute the nucleus of this program. Selected courses in the liberal arts support and enhance this central core. The curriculum is designed to develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills and to prepare students for rewarding and challenging careers.

The Help Desk and User Support Certificate Program prepares students to work in the information technology field troubleshooting end-user issues in a networked environment, supporting both internal and external customers. The program gives students hands-on experience in diagnosing problems, providing support, and handling basic administration of desktop and mobile operating systems, software packages, and LAN networks. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the ever-changing IT landscape.

The Information Technology program provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the ever-widening needs of business and industry. The program gives students hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system administration, computer networks, web systems, computer programming, and databases. Students also have the opportunity
to gain work experience through an internship. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the everchanging IT landscape.

The Information Technology program provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the ever-widening needs of business and industry. The program gives students hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system administration, computer networks, web systems, computer programming, and databases. Students also have the opportunity
to gain work experience through an internship. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the everchanging IT landscape.

The Computer Science program provides students with a solid grounding in both theoretical and practical topics in computer science, emphasizing the concepts that underlie computer design and development, languages, and systems. The program provides the foundational courses typically encountered in the first two years of study in most baccalaureate programs. Core courses in programming, algorithms and data structures, discrete math, and computer architecture constitute the nucleus of this program. Selected courses in the liberal arts support and enhance this central core. The curriculum is designed to develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills and to prepare students for rewarding and challenging careers.

The Information Technology program provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the ever-widening needs of business and industry. The program gives students hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system administration, computer networks, web systems, computer programming, and databases. Students also have the opportunity
to gain work experience through an internship. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the everchanging IT landscape.

The Web Development Certificate Program enables students to develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts involved in creating effective web sites. The focus of this program is on the importance of both technical knowledge and hands-on experience. This program is designed to help students develop the skills they need to meet today’s demand for web development professionals. The curriculum also is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the ever-changing IT landscape.

The Information Technology program provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the ever-widening needs of business and industry. The program gives students hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system administration, computer networks, web systems, computer programming, and databases. Students also have the opportunity
to gain work experience through an internship. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the everchanging IT landscape.

The Information Technology program provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the ever-widening needs of business and industry. The program gives students hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system administration, computer networks, web systems, computer programming, and databases. Students also have the opportunity
to gain work experience through an internship. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the everchanging IT landscape.

The Information Technology program provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the ever-widening needs of business and industry. The program gives students hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system administration, computer networks, web systems, computer programming, and databases. Students also have the opportunity
to gain work experience through an internship. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the everchanging IT landscape.

The Information Technology program provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the ever-widening needs of business and industry. The program gives students hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system administration, computer networks, web systems, computer programming, and databases. Students also have the opportunity
to gain work experience through an internship. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the everchanging IT landscape.

The Networked Systems Technology Certificate Program prepares students entering the field of system administration. The program gives students hands-on experience in general troubleshooting, diagnosing desktop and server problems, providing support, and handling basic system administration. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the ever-changing IT landscape.

The Information Technology program provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the ever-widening needs of business and industry. The program gives students hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system administration, computer networks, web systems, computer programming, and databases. Students also have the opportunity
to gain work experience through an internship. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the everchanging IT landscape.

The Information Technology program provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the ever-widening needs of business and industry. The program gives students hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system administration, computer networks, web systems, computer programming, and databases. Students also have the opportunity
to gain work experience through an internship. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking skills and enable a student to be ready for today’s jobs and the ability to thrive in the everchanging IT landscape.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree Animation Option prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the creation and manipulation of content for computer animation. Students use computer applications and related foundational techniques to develop conceptual content into usable electronic resources for animating and creating animations with those resources. The program includes instruction in specialized computer software and applications to specific commercial, industrial, and entertainment needs of animation. Students gain knowledge and develop skills to work in the areas of interactive multimedia including storyboarding, 2D animation, basic game design, 3D object and character design, texturing & lighting, animating, special effects, and rendering final output to a demo reel.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree - Graphic Design Option prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the layout and design of electronic graphic and textual products. Students use computer applications and related visual techniques to manipulate images and information originating as artwork, digital photography, and digital copy in order to communicate messages simulating real-world Graphic Design. The program includes instruction in specialized computer software and applications to specific commercial, industrial, and entertainment needs of design. Students gain knowledge and develop skills to work in the areas of Graphic Design including web, print media, illustration, and managing resources for final outsourcing.

The Digital Media Associate of Applied Science Degree prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to creation and manipulation of computer graphics. Students use computer applications and related visual techniques to manipulate images and information originating as videos, still photographs, and digital copy in order to communicate messages simulating real-world content. The program includes instruction in specialized computer software and applications to specific commercial, industrial, and entertainment needs. Students gain knowledge and develop skills to work in the areas of interactive multimedia including web development, print & digital design, CD-ROM production, and 2D/3D computer animation production.

This program prepares individuals with the technical knowledge and skills to use machine tools that are either conventionally controlled or computer numerically controlled, such as lathes, and milling machines to produce precision parts. The curriculum is designed to provide broad multi-disciplinary instruction in blueprint reading; machining; lathe and mill operations; liberal arts, applied mathematics; computers; Computer Aided Design/Machining (CAD/CAM) systems; Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) setup, programming, operations, and troubleshooting; shop and safety practices; equipment capabilities; and regulations and laws.

A program that prepares individuals for employment in the precision manufacturing industry. Individuals learn to operate a variety of conventional machine tools, read and analyze engineering drawings and use precision measuring and inspection instruments. Individuals will have an introduction into computer numerical control (CNC) machines and their operation. Upon completion of the Certificate in the Precision Machining Operations the graduate is prepared to:
1. Demonstrate entry level skills utilizing conventional and computer numerical control equipment.
2. Perform basic setup and operate different types of manual metal working machines.
3. Interpret engineering drawings utilizing current industry and national standards.
4. Apply occupational health and safety standards related to the Machine Tool Industry.
5. Operate both independently and as a team member in collaborative projects.