The College Preparation and Orientation Certificate of Competency will provide students with experience with navigating the college student records system. Courses will cover college orientation, resources, time management skills and goal setting skills to incoming college students.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

1. Navigate the college system (student portal, email account and Passport system), for college policies, procedures, and various information.

The Data Science Fundamentals Certificate prepares students for careers as data analyst, data scientist, machine learning engineers, business analyst, computer systems analyst, logistics analyst, marketing analyst, and database managers. The multidisciplinary program provides the analytical, methodological, and programming skills 202 Courses required in data processing, information technology, business, and computing. The certificate will also serve as a foundation for continued education at four-year institutions.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply statistical analysis of real world data using multiple representations such as graphs, text, or tables, being mindful of concerns around data bias and privacy.

2. Use programming and data analytics tools to make statistical inference on data and data sets using computational techniques.

3. Write computer scripts and programs to organize, produce visualizations, and numerical summaries of data and data sets.

The Jazz Studies/Popular Music Performance Certificate of Achievement provides experience and exposure to key components of Jazz and popular commercial music performance, allowing the combining of student desires for enhanced artistic expression with practical skills; the overall aim is equipping students with the aptitude and skillset necessary for the pursuit of employment opportunities within the music/entertainment industry.

Career Opportunities

Whether you are interested in directing, performing or being behind the scenes, there are multiple career opportunities available to students and community members who earn a Certificate of Achievement in Jazz Studies/Popular Music Performance at College of Alameda, including Performer, Music Programs Administrator, Community Music Educator, Music Production Supervisor, Marketing Manager, Jazz Ensemble Director, Accompanist, Composer and many other creative endeavors.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will
be able to:

- Demonstrate the technical skills, musicianship, and understanding of repertory as solo and/or as ensemble performers.

- Comprehend the organizational patterns and common elements of music and apply this understanding to aural, verbal, and visual analyses.

- Create original or derivative music at an appropriate level for this certificate.

- Integrate the range of musical knowledge and skills learned over the course of study.

The Inaugural “Gospel Music Performance Certificate of Achievement” is an academic and career-oriented program of study for those creative musicians and students looking to develop their skills in the performance of African American Gospel Music. This program of study prepares students for professional careers and employment in various types of Faith-Based Communities.

Also, students will experience professional instruction, performance opportunities, and an equity- focused urban music curriculum. College of Alameda music program enjoys access to local and nationally noted African American Gospel and Faith-Based Artists and Performers.

Career Opportunities

Whether you are interested in directing, performing or being behind the scenes, there are multiple career opportunities available to students and community members who earn a Certificate of Achievement in Gospel Music Performance at College of Alameda, including Performer, Music Programs Administrator, Choirmaster, Community Music Educator, Music Production Supervisor, Marketing Manager, Accompanist, Composer and many other creative endeavors.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will
be able to:

- Demonstrate the technical skills, musicianship, and understanding of repertory as solo and/or as ensemble performers

- Comprehend the organizational patterns and common elements of music and apply this understanding to aural, verbal, and visual analyses

- Create original or derivative music at an appropriate level for this certificate

- Integrate the range of musical knowledge and skills learned over the course of study

The Making with Hand Tools Certificate demonstrates that an individual has completed three areas of instruction in working with hand tools: safety, project design, and project completion. Making with Hand Tools is intended to support individuals in completing coursework, expressing creativity, exploring entrepreneurship, and extending employment skills.

A student completing this program will have a grounding in the safe use of hand tools, design equipment, and preliminary manufacturing in the Maker environment to develop and complete a project, have a deeper understanding of teamwork and peer instruction, and gain additional skills that can be useful in transferring to a university and advancing in jobs in any field requiring the use of hand tools, communication, and critical thinking.

Career Opportunities

Entry-level skills for any career that requires the safe use of hand tools in the design and completion of projects. The program suits entry-level workers in any of the industries in the Manufacturing Sector as defined by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the skill set spans all listed sub-sectors https://www.bls.gov/iag/tgs/iag31-33.htm.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will
be able to:

🗸 Safely use hand tools to design and complete a project.

If you plan to transfer to the California State University system (CSU), you are encouraged to pursue a Certificate of Achievement in Liberal Arts. You should consult with a counselor to develop your own program of study.

CSU Transfer

You are encouraged to pursue this certificate if you plan to apply to transfer to the California State University system and want to complete and have certified the CSU General Education Breadth Requirements. You will select courses that fulfill the CSU General Education Breadth Requirements (completing at least 30 units with a “C” or better to include areas A-1, A-2, A-3 and B-3 and an overall GPA of 2.0), for a total of 39 transferable semester units. Upon completion
of these requirements you will file both a “Petition for a Certificate of Achievement” form and a “Request for General Education or IGETC Certification” form with the Admissions and Records Office. 

If you plan to transfer to the California State University system (CSU) or the University of California system (UC), you are encouraged to pursue a Certificate of Achievement in Liberal Arts. You should consult with a counselor to develop your own program of study.

UC or CSU Transfer

You are encouraged to pursue this certificate if you want to apply to transfer to either the University of California system or the California State University system and want to fulfill lower-division general education requirements by completing
the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). You will select courses that fulfill the IGETC requirements (with a grade of “C” or better in each course), to total 37 transferable semester units (with an overall GPA of 2 0)
Upon completion of these requirements you will file both a “Petition for a Certificate of Achievement” and a “Request for General Education or IGETC Certification” with the Admissions and Records Office.

Complete the following requirements:

- You must complete the course requirements for all areas before IGETC can be certified.

- You must complete all courses with grades of “C” or better 
 

The Commercial Music Certificate of Achievement is designed for music students whose career goals are focused on the recording industry, concert promotions, and other commercial ventures. Students will explore aspects of the music production process including: recording, marketing, and distribution.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

1. Students will employ proper audio engineering and midi techniques to produce sound recording projects.

2. Students will create original music projects in line with current industry standards.

3. Analyze a situation in the music industry and recommend a solution or plan for improvement.

This certificate as created to help students develop professional skills in computer and software driven fabrication. This program takes a multi-material approach to fabricating all kinds of parts, installations, and sculptures. There is an emphasis is on learning software skills that aid in the automation of manufacturing along with the hand skills required for finishing projects and creating works of art.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
1. Solve problems for the iterative process of design and fabrication.
2. Execute planning, measurement, and analysis of a project.
3. Create works using digital fabrication independently of instruction
4. Work collaboratively with Highschool students and community partners.

Communication skills are essential to forming and maintaining personal relationships, acquiring and excelling in a job, and relating to the world around us Through the study and practice of interpersonal, professional, and intercultural communication skills, students will learn how their perceptions and self-esteem affect their interactions with others Beyond this, students will improve their abilities to speak, write, and present information effectively, whether in face-to-face interactions or in public or mass media settings. Students who complete the Communication A A degree or Certifcate of Achievement requirements will learn and practice cultural awareness, situation analyses, and goal-oriented solutions to practical problems, giving them valuable assets in their future relationships and workplaces.

Career Opportunities:

Communication careers include but are not limited to: management, social media, customer service, law, sales, consulting, political organizing, broadcasting, marketing, advertising, public relations, human resources, training, education, and many others.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this program, students will
be able to:

🗸 Build greater competence in interpersonal, small
group, and public communication

🗸 Express ideas and viewpoints with greater clarity

🗸 Develop confict management and leadership skills.