The ACE - Advanced Preparedness Skills Certificate recognizes advanced-low level proficiency in English language writing, reading, listening/speaking and grammar skills. This skills certificate may be used to demonstrate academic preparedness for college courses as well as workplace-ready language skills. This skills certificate is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Integrate form and usage to produce and understand level-appropriate written and oral English discourse following language conventions, and using acceptable grammatical forms, word order and purpose.

✔ Devise meaning accurately from aural discourse and orally construct sociolinguistically appropriate and accurate language for community, vocational, and academic functions using authentic, level-appropriate language and skills.

✔ Decode, comprehend, and analyze English texts applying lexical and reading skills and strategies for intensive and extensive purposes.

✔ Compose level-appropriate academic writing in English applying developmental, organizational, grammatical, lexical and mechanical skills through the use of the writing process.

✔ Expand English language skills for workplace and community needs.

Successful completion of the curriculum in General Engineering Technology will prepare students for entry-level positions as engineering technicians. The certificate is designed to provide knowledge and career technical skills in mathematics, physics, chemistry and engineering to assist engineers in fields such as fabrication, HVAC, building maintenance, environmental, industrial, safety, mechanical equipment and medical equipment. The certificate is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Identify and differentiate between the attributes of the various engineering disciplines as related to education and the workforce.

✔ Read, analyze, and compose industry standard technical engineering drawings.

✔ Model physical systems correctly through the use of engineering concepts and then apply advanced mathematical techniques to solve the system.

✔ Create technical reports that identify, analyze, and assess results taken from experiments that are performed within the engineering lab.

✔ Construct actual physical models from instructions and diagrams given to them by an instructor.

Successful completion of the curriculum in Civil Engineering Technology will prepare students for entry-level positions as civil engineering technicians. The certificate is designed to provide knowledge and career technical skills in mathematics, physics, chemistry and civil engineering to assist engineers in fields such as surveying, construction, architecture, environmental, material testing, public utilities and land use. The certificate is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Identify and differentiate between the attributes of the various engineering disciplines as related to education and the workforce.

✔ Read, analyze, and compose industry standard technical engineering drawings.

✔ Model physical systems correctly through the use of engineering concepts and then apply advanced mathematical techniques to solve the system.

✔ Create technical reports that identify, analyze, and assess results taken from experiments that are performed within the engineering lab.

✔ Construct actual physical models from instructions and diagrams given to them by an instructor.

The Deaf Studies—American Sign Language degree program is designed to prepare students to transfer to a four-year baccalaureate program as a Deaf Studies major. The degree and certificate program helps develop Sign Language skills fluent enough to communicate as skilled signers for personal or work-related use. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements. The certificate is designed to focus on providing specific career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Analyze receptive skills in ASL and draw reasonable inferences from observations.

✔ Cultivate an openness to new ideas about Deaf awareness and cultural appreciation by reading and examining new ideas from ASL material.

✔ Create a story or dialogue in ASL using correct  grammar and syntax at the appropriate signing level.

✔ Select appropriate signs demonstrating expressive skills in ASL by using correct grammar and syntax.

✔ Recognize, understand and apply the variations/etiquettes of Deaf Culture norms.

Successful completion of the curriculum in Embedded Systems prepares students for entry-level programming positions in companies which manufacture products that have embedded microprocessors. A certificate is designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Engage in continuous learning as well as research and assess new ideas and information to provide the capabilities for lifelong learning.

✔ Read and interpret technical information, as well as listen effectively to, communicate orally with, and write clearly for a wide range of audiences.

✔ Analyze a problem and craft an appropriate algorithmic solution.

✔ Apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline.

✔ Interpret data, think critically and apply the scientific method.

This certificate is for existing and potential entrepreneurs with a focus on makers. It provides a course of study that enables students, who are interested in pursuing or enhancing their “maker” talents, to develop critical entrepreneurial skills.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

The Computer Basics Noncredit Certificate of Completion prepares students to work in an office. Students will develop keyboarding skills, and become familiar with business computer use. These skills are foundational for further studies in business computer applications and systems.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

The Small Business Bookkeeping curriculum prepares students to be bookkeepers for small to mid-sized businesses. This skills certificate also provides a foundation for students to run a bookkeeping business. A skills certificate is designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

The Payroll Professional skills certificate prepares students to become certified and work in the payroll field for small and large organizations or as entrepreneurs within the bookkeeping profession. This certificate also provides a foundation for students to become employed as a payroll professional and obtain the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) credential. This program also provides continuing education (RCH credits) for certified payroll practitioners.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

This skills certificate provides foundational business skills for entrepreneurs in any discipline and is fully customizable to fit students’ goals. Students receive classroom learning mixed with apprenticeships and internships to help them launch new ventures. A skills certificate is designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.