The Engine Machining Certificate offers both theoretical and hands-on training, including engine theory, fuel systems, basic machining, Computer Numeric Control (CNC) machining, metallurgy, print reading and metrology. Course work prepares students to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams. Students enrolling in the program should have the desire and ability to work with their hands, demonstrate critical thinking, possess a high degree of mechanical aptitude, and enjoy working in a shop environment. Program completers should be able to find employment as advanced entry-level apprentice automotive technicians.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate the correct use of safety procedures utilized by a mobile equipment repair technician.
✔ Locate and interpret technical manuals from online computerized databases.
✔ Demonstrate the appropriate use and maintenance of hand, shop, and precision tools.
✔ Prepare initial, revised, and final repair orders in compliance with California law (BAR).
✔ Identify engine block assembly components and configurations.
✔ Demonstrate the proper steps to remove a cylinder head; inspect gasket condition; install cylinder head and gasket; tighten according to manufacturer's specification and procedure.
✔ Demonstrate the proper steps for performing a timing belt replacement and setting the timing belt, crankshaft, and camshafts in proper positions.
✔ Demonstrate the proper use of a Digital Multimeter (DMM) during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems, including: source voltage, voltage drop, current flow, and resistance.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment charging system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment starting system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment low-voltage battery system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Machine a thread to industry specifications.
✔ Determine high and low limits for a manufactured part.
✔ Perform a milling operation to blueprint specifications.
✔ Write a program using General Function (G) & Miscellaneous Function (M) code.
✔ Identify basic CNC machining tools.
✔ Describe the basic classification of metals, crystal structures and various material properties.
✔ Explain the manufacturing, identification, phase diagram, heat treatment processes and deformation of iron and iron alloys.
✔ Analyze engineering drawings and blueprints to determine their parts, features, sizes, locations, tolerances, relationships, fits, finishes and material conditions.
✔ Effectively express and exchange ideas through various modes of communication.
✔ Demonstrate technical skills in keeping with the demands of their field of study.
✔ Analyze engineering blueprints and drawings to identify feature control frames, tolerances, and measurement practices.
✔ Demonstrate technical skills in keeping with the demands of 21st century manufacturing.

The Automotive Diagnostic Technician major offers both theoretical and hands-on training, including engine theory, fuel systems, heating ventilation and air conditioning, pollution control systems, electrical systems, drive trains, suspension systems, and hybrid & electric vehicle systems. Course work prepares students to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams. Students enrolling in the program should have the desire and ability to work with their hands, demonstrate critical thinking, possess a high degree of mechanical aptitude, and enjoy working in a shop environment. Program completers should be able to find employment as advanced entry-level apprentice automotive technicians.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate the correct use of safety procedures utilized by a mobile equipment repair technician.
✔ Locate and interpret technical manuals from online computerized databases.
✔ Demonstrate the appropriate use and maintenance of hand, shop, and precision tools.
✔ Prepare initial, revised, and final repair orders in compliance with California law (BAR).
✔ Demonstrate the precautions (personal and shop safety procedures) needed to safely work with high voltage systems.
✔ Demonstrate acquired knowledge related to the components used of modern Hybrid/ Electronic vehicles.
✔ Demonstrate familiarity with reference materials such as schematics, flow charts, logic trees, and workshop manuals to aid in battery system troubleshooting.
✔ Demonstrate how to perform basic maintenance related to hybrid and electric vehicles.
✔ Demonstrate how to diagnose a basic hybrid or electric vehicle fault using standard diagnostic equipment.
✔ Research and identify correct procedures and specifications for maintenance and repair of suspension and steering systems.
✔ Demonstrate the proper use of a Digital Multimeter (DMM) during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems, including: source voltage, voltage drop, current flow, and resistance.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment charging system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment starting system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment low-voltage battery system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Test the Controller Area Network (CAN) BUS system signal with a Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO). Set up the DSO to capture the CAN hi (+) and CAN lo (-) signals.
✔ Demonstrate proper methods for high voltage glove testing.
✔ Demonstrate the proper use of a voltmeter in performing high voltage battery testing.
✔ Demonstrate the proper use of ohm meters for motor testing.
✔ Demonstrate the calibration process for an Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
✔ Demonstrate a scope capture of a specialized internal communications network (BUS) signal.
✔ Access and interpret module data on ADAS.
✔ Identify and describe the theory, service, and repair of common types of automotive heating and air conditioning systems.
✔ Use industry standard recovery, recycling, and recharging equipment to diagnose and service automotive air conditioning systems.
✔ Describe the principles of structured programming and be able to describe, design, implement, and test structured programs using currently accepted methodology.
✔ Troubleshoot and repair system components.
✔ Establish electronic communication between a programmable logic controller (PLC) and a personal computer.
✔ Identify and correct Virtual Instrument program errors.

The Automotive Technology Certificate of Achievement offers both theoretical and hands-on training, including engine overhaul, ignition systems, fuel systems, pollution control systems, electrical systems, drive trains, brake systems and suspension systems.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate safe operation of hand tools, power tools and specialized automotive tools and equipment;
✔ perform entry level diagnoses and repair of automotive engines, electrical systems, transmissions, engine performance, brakes, chassis and emissions control systems;
✔ demonstrate basic maintenance and welding skills; and
✔ access and interpret automotive service information and schematics both manually and on the computer.

The Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Certificate offers both theoretical and hands-on training, including engine theory, fuel systems, heating ventilation and air conditioning, pollution control systems, electrical systems, drive trains, brake systems, suspension systems, and hybrid and electric vehicle systems. Course work prepares students to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams. Students enrolling in the program should have the desire and ability to work with their hands, demonstrate critical thinking, possess a high degree of mechanical aptitude, and enjoy working in a shop environment. Program completers should be able to find employment as advanced entry-level apprentice automotive technicians.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate the correct use of safety procedures utilized by a mobile equipment repair technician.
✔ Locate and interpret technical manuals from online computerized databases.
✔ Demonstrate the appropriate use and maintenance of hand, shop, and precision tools.
✔ Prepare initial, revised, and final repair orders in compliance with California law (BAR).
✔ Identify engine block assembly components and configurations.
✔ Demonstrate the proper steps to remove a cylinder head; inspect gasket condition; install cylinder head and gasket; tighten according to manufacturer's specification and procedure.
✔ Demonstrate the proper steps for performing a timing belt replacement and setting the timing belt, crankshaft, and camshafts in proper positions.
✔ Research and identify correct procedures and specifications for maintenance and repair of automatic transmissions and transaxle systems.
✔ Research and identify correct procedures and specifications for maintenance and repair of manual transmission and drive train systems.
✔ Research and identify correct procedures and specifications for maintenance and repair of suspension and steering systems.
✔ Research and identify correct procedures and specifications for maintenance and repair of braking systems.
✔ Demonstrate the proper use of a Digital Multimeter (DMM) during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems, including: source voltage, voltage drop, current flow, and resistance.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment charging system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment starting system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment low-voltage battery system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Test the Controller Area Network (CAN) BUS system signal with a Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO). Set up the DSO to capture the CAN hi (+) and CAN lo (-) signals.
✔ Identify and describe the theory, service, and repair of common types of automotive heating and air conditioning systems.
✔ Use industry standard recovery, recycling, and recharging equipment to diagnose and service automotive air conditioning systems.
✔ Explain the operation, troubleshooting and repair of the ignition, fuel and emission control systems of late model automobiles.
✔ Demonstrate repair of automotive ignition, fuel, and integrated electronic engine controls.
✔ Perform diagnosis, service, and maintenance procedures in a timely manner to industry standards.

The Automotive Fundamentals Certificate offers both theoretical and hands-on training, including engine theory, fuel systems, heating ventilation and air conditioning, and electrical systems. Course work prepares students to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams. Students enrolling in the program should have the desire and ability to work with their hands, demonstrate critical thinking, possess a high degree of mechanical aptitude, and enjoy working in a shop environment. Program completers should be able to find employment as advanced entry-level apprentice automotive technicians.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate the correct use of safety procedures utilized by a mobile equipment repair technician.
✔ Locate and interpret technical manuals from online computerized databases.
✔ Demonstrate the appropriate use and maintenance of hand, shop, and precision tools.
✔ Prepare initial, revised, and final repair orders in compliance with California law (BAR).
✔ Identify engine block assembly components and configurations.
✔ Demonstrate the proper steps to remove a cylinder head; inspect gasket condition; install cylinder head and gasket; tighten according to manufacturer's specification and procedure.
✔ Demonstrate the proper steps for performing a timing belt replacement and setting the timing belt, crankshaft, and camshafts in proper positions.
✔ Demonstrate the proper use of a Digital Multimeter (DMM) during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems, including: source voltage, voltage drop, current flow, and resistance.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment charging system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment starting system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment low-voltage battery system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Test the Controller Area Network (CAN) BUS system signal with a Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO). Set up the DSO to capture the CAN hi (+) and CAN lo (-) signals.
✔ Identify and describe the theory, service, and repair of common types of automotive heating and air conditioning systems.
✔ Use industry standard recovery, recycling, and recharging equipment to diagnose and service automotive air conditioning systems.

The Automotive Diagnostic Technician Certificate offers both theoretical and hands-on training, including engine theory, fuel systems, heating ventilation and air conditioning, pollution control systems, electrical systems, drive trains, suspension systems, and hybrid & electric vehicle systems. Course work prepares students to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams. Students enrolling in the program should have the desire and ability to work with their hands, demonstrate critical thinking, possess a high degree of mechanical aptitude, and enjoy working in a shop environment. Program completers should be able to find employment as advanced entry-level apprentice automotive technicians.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate the correct use of safety procedures utilized by a mobile equipment repair technician.
✔ Locate and interpret technical manuals from online computerized databases.
✔ Demonstrate the appropriate use and maintenance of hand, shop, and precision tools.
✔ Prepare initial, revised, and final repair orders in compliance with California law (BAR).
✔ Identify engine block assembly components and configurations.
✔ Demonstrate the proper steps to remove a cylinder head; inspect gasket condition; install cylinder head and gasket; tighten according to manufacturer's specification and procedure.
✔ Demonstrate the proper steps for performing a timing belt replacement and setting the timing belt, crankshaft, and camshafts in proper positions.
✔ Demonstrate the precautions (personal and shop safety procedures) needed to safely work with high voltage systems.
✔ Demonstrate acquired knowledge related to the components used of modern Hybrid/ Electronic vehicles.
✔ Demonstrate familiarity with reference materials such as schematics, flow charts, logic trees, and workshop manuals to aid in battery system troubleshooting.
✔ Demonstrate how to perform basic maintenance related to hybrid and electric vehicles.
✔ Demonstrate how to diagnose a basic hybrid or electric vehicle fault using standard diagnostic equipment.
✔ Research and identify correct procedures and specifications for maintenance and repair of automatic transmissions and transaxle systems.
✔ Demonstrate the proper use of a Digital Multimeter (DMM) during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems, including: source voltage, voltage drop, current flow, and resistance.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment charging system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment starting system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment low-voltage battery system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Test the Controller Area Network (CAN) BUS system signal with a Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO). Set up the DSO to capture the CAN hi (+) and CAN lo (-) signals.
✔ Identify and describe the theory, service, and repair of common types of automotive heating and air conditioning systems.
✔ Use industry standard recovery, recycling, and recharging equipment to diagnose and service automotive air conditioning systems.
✔ Explain the operation, troubleshooting and repair of the ignition, fuel and emission control systems of late model automobiles.
✔ Demonstrate repair of automotive ignition, fuel, and integrated electronic engine controls.
✔ Perform diagnosis, service, and maintenance procedures in a timely manner to industry standards.

The Automotive Brakes and Chassis Certificate offers both theoretical and hands-on training for brake and suspension systems. Course work prepares students to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams. Students enrolling in the program should have the desire and ability to work with their hands, demonstrate critical thinking, possess a high degree of mechanical aptitude, and enjoy working in a shop environment. Program completers should be able to find employment as advanced entry-level apprentice automotive technicians.

Program Student Learning Outcomes
✔ Demonstrate the correct use of safety procedures utilized by a mobile equipment repair technician.
✔ Locate and interpret technical manuals from online computerized databases.
✔ Demonstrate the appropriate use and maintenance of hand, shop, and precision tools.
✔ Prepare initial, revised, and final repair orders in compliance with California law (BAR).
✔ Research and identify correct procedures and specifications for maintenance and repair of suspension and steering systems.
✔ Research and identify correct procedures and specifications for maintenance and repair of braking systems.
✔ Demonstrate the proper use of a Digital Multimeter (DMM) during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems, including: source voltage, voltage drop, current flow, and resistance.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment charging system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment starting system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Analyze and diagnose a mobile equipment low-voltage battery system using appropriate electrical tools and equipment.
✔ Test the Controller Area Network (CAN) BUS system signal with a Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO). Set up the DSO to capture the CAN hi (+) and CAN lo (-) signals.

The Vocational Nursing to Nursing (ADN) Career Certificate at Santa Rosa Junior College has been approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, and prepares the student for entry into the practice of professional registered nursing. Students receive clinical experiences in a variety of clinical facilities and community agencies throughout Sonoma County.

This program has been designed to provide an opportunity for the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to complete the requirements for an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing (ADN) Career Certificate and be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN, the professional licensing examination to become a registered nurse, in less time than required to complete the generic ADN program.

It is strongly advised that all applicants attend a Counseling Pre-nursing Information Meeting and consult with a health sciences counselor prior to beginning the program prerequisites.

The Pharmacy Technician Certificate of Achievement prepares students to be registered pharmacy technicians and for employment in a variety of pharmacy settings. Upon successful completion of the program, students are qualified to apply to the California State Board of Pharmacy for registration as a pharmacy technician. Registration is a legal requirement for employment. Graduates of the certificate program are also encouraged to sit for the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam. While not currently a state requirement for employment, many employers provide increased compensation to pharmacy technicians once they become nationally certified.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Pharmacologically classify a drug after having been presented with its generic name, brand (trade) name, chemical name and indication;
✔ interpret current federal and state legislation and name the agencies regulating the practice of pharmacy;
✔ create patient profiles utilizing information obtained from the prescription and the patient;
✔ read and write proper medical notation on the drug order and interpret information on drug labels and stock bottles;
✔ calculate the oral dosages of drugs, both solid and liquid forms based on currently accepted pharmaceutical mathematics;
✔ describe the pharmacological action, therapeutic effects, common side effects, doses and drug interactions of common medications prescribed to treat dysfunction of selected body systems; and
✔ describe common pharmaceutical measuring, weighing and compounding devices and accurately use the metric, apothecary, avoirdupois and household systems to count and measure.

Students who complete the Noncredit English for Multilingual Students (EMLS, formerly ESL): Intermediate English for Academics and Careers Certificate will be prepared to meet the English language demands for a variety of occupations and for further academic study, including entry into college-level academic courses.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Produce writings that demonstrate organization and content, critical thinking, vocabulary and fluency, and grammatical accuracy for a variety of audiences and purposes.
✔ Comprehend reading passages in a range of contexts by identifying organizational strategies, main ideas, and details, as well as writing paraphrases and summaries.
✔ Word-process writings of various types and access information on the Internet.
✔ Demonstrate content knowledge of the vocation(s) introduced in chosen electives.