The CNC Operator Certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment as CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine tool operators and to enhance the skills of machinists who are currently employed in the trade. This type of certificate program can also lead to entry level careers as a machinist, toolmaker, CNC programmer, manufacturing engineer, process engineer, field service technician as well as a number of other manufacturing/service positions. This certificate requires a total of 14 units. At least one half of the units toward the certificate must be completed at Fullerton College. A grade of C or better is required for each course taken.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 dentify and analyze different types of computer numerical machinery, their axis systems, control features, positioning systems, tooling and cutting tools which can produce piece parts to drawing specifications.

🗸 Analyze and solve mathematical calculations necessary to determine part feature locations of machined parts to fabricate piece parts to drawings specifications.
 

The Children’s Book Illustration Certificate is designed to prepare advanced skill-level students to create content specifically in children's picture books. This certificate emphasizes book content development, processes and publishing methods. It also provides skills and strategies for students to develop their own original Intellectual properties. To fulfill the requirements in this certificate, the student must have first taken the prerequisites for all courses in the certificate, or by portfolio review by department instructors. Upon completion of the required courses the student must submit a finished, self-published children’s book, for review and approval by three full-time faculty including: Head of the Illustration area, Art Department Chair, and another full-time faculty from the Illustration and DART programs. The book will be assessed against an industry standard preparing the student for the next stage of entering the profession. This certificate requires a total of 33-35 units. A minimum grade of C or better is required for each course taken in the certificate.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Create and utilize sketching skills/rapid visualization, two-dimensional design and color, draftsmanship of accurate human anatomy, digital illustration programs, and creative storytelling based on recognized industry standards to find artistic solutions for design problems in a variety of creative areas.

🗸 Analyze and apply professional communication skills related to the field of Children’s Book Illustration to enhance interactions with peers and project leaders in a creative situation or environment.

The Business Skills Certificate (formerly titled Business and Technology Certificate) will prepare a student with practical business skills in a field of their choice. This certificate provides the professional skills to compete in today's workplace. Students can give their career a boost by mastering people and process expertise in areas like communication, critical thinking, finance, leadership, negotiation and problem solving. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken. This certificate requires a total of 12-15 units.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Use a working vocabulary of business technology.

🗸 Analyze a routine business request and respond with the best method that illustrates good business communication skills.

The Business Networking and Sales Certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in any business. The opposite of networking is not working. And, when developed correctly, it can be a most important business skill. Every time you meet someone, there is an opportunity to learn from them and be a resource to them. In sales, networking is a necessary skill for finding new clients and centers of influence and building a strong referral pipeline. It is also a strategy used to open doors and build powerful relationships. This program is designed for future professionals who are individual members of a team and for those who manage a team or the sales function of a business; For sales managers or executives looking to effectively coach your team and build a high-performing sales engine; Entrepreneurs looking to build a sales team and acquire customers; Business leaders who would like to be more persuasive and influential; Business development professionals who play a role in sales and managing relationships; and Professionals making a horizontal career shift into sales from another functional role. A grade of C or better is required for each course taken. This certificate requires 12-15 units.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Demonstrate the ability to simulate selling and persuasion skills to succeed in a real business environment.

The Business Management Certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in a business capacity. The focus of the program is skill building in the areas of communication, decision-making, planning, organizing, and evaluating. Emphasis on problem solving, leadership, and critical thinking skills is stressed to prepare students for employment. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken. This certificate requires 24-28 units.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Identify the various marketing functions (product development, pricing, promotion, and distribution) and how organizations utilize  these to produce goods and services that satisfy the needs and wants of the consumer.

🗸 Use a working vocabulary of business terminology.

🗸 Identify basic computer concepts, terms and functions.

🗸 Analyze a routine business request and respond with a written letter that illustrates good business writing skills.

The Business Data Analytics Certificate is designed to provide students with an understanding of how analytics can help improve their decision-making in business. Students can discover a new way to look at data and identify insights, improve their ability to make predictions for the long term, and prescribe actions that make better business decisions. This certificate prepares a student for entry-level positions in management in the public and private sector area such as public accounting, manufacturing, small business, financial service, wholesale trades, government and more. Specialized training in data analytics enables students to meet the growing demands for analysis and interpretation of data. A minimum grade of C is required in each course taken. This certificate requires 16 units.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Know the processes and algorithms over raw data for consumption.

🗸 Assemble information from sources and interpret patterns and trends.

🗸 Generate reports based on the interpretation of the analysis.

The Biotechnology Laboratory Technician Certificate is designed for students who wish to obtain the skills required to gain employment in bioscience and biotechnology-influenced laboratories. Upon completion of this certificate program, students will be eligible to obtain employment as laboratory assistants, biomanufacturing technicians, or bioscience research and development technicians. The Biotechnology Laboratory Technician Certificate requires the completion of 20 units in required courses. An additional two courses (7-10 units) must be chosen from the restricted electives listed below. A grade of C or above must be earned for each of the courses.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Demonstrate an understanding and ability to use standard equipment, materials and techniques employed in research, clinical and industry laboratories based in biotechnology and molecular biology.

🗸 Demonstrate good observational skills, ability to follow complex protocols without mistakes, ability to use laboratory math quickly and accurately, interpret experimental results accurately, troubleshoot experimental mistakes and maintain detailed and accurate laboratory manuals.

🗸 Demonstrate an understanding and hands-on competency in sterile tissue culture techniques.

The Biotechnology Lab Assistant Skills Certificate will prepare a student to work in entry-level positions in biotech and science-related industries. This program is focused on practical laboratory skills with training in a working laboratory setting. Employment opportunities include: biomedical industry, academic research labs, pharmaceutical industry, agriculture and food science labs. This certificate requires 13 units in required courses, with a grade of C or better in each course.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Demonstrate an understanding of the professions available in the biotechnology and molecular biosciences industry.

🗸 Demonstrate an understanding of laboratory safety regulations, recognize potential hazards, and practice safe and proficient use of laboratory equipment.

🗸 Demonstrate hands-on proficiency in basic molecular biology laboratory techniques.

🗸 Demonstrate an understanding of basic molecular biology laboratory techniques.

The Biotechnology Biomanufacturing Technician Certificate focuses on practical laboratory skills of protein biochemistry combined with training in quality assurance and quality control. The curriculum prepares a student to work in entry level positions in the field of biotechnology in high-tech industry and institutions. Employment opportunities include: biomedical industry, academic research labs, pharmaceutical, agriculture and food science labs. This Biotechnology Biomanufacturing Technician Certificate requires the completion of 19 units in required courses. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Demonstrate a basic understanding of the quality and regulatory compliance within the biotechnology industry.

🗸 Demonstrate safe and proficient handling of laboratory equipment and techniques for protein biochemistry

The Barbering Certificate is designed to prepare students for a career and/or employment in the technical field of barbering with basic entry level knowledge and skills in: Professional development, salon ecology, anatomy and physiology, electricity, chemistry, barbershop business, trichology, hair and scalp treatments, facial massage and treatments, shaving and facial hair design, hair replacement, haircutting, wet and thermal hairstyling, permanent waving and chemical straightening, haircoloring and bleaching, health and safety, state board rules and regulations. This certificate requires the completion of 45 units with a minimum grade of C or better in each course taken. At least one half of the units completed must be taken at Fullerton College.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

🗸 Demonstrate knowledge in the articles listed in the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Act and Regulations.

🗸 Perform a facial shave practicing safety and sanitation rules set forth by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.