This certificate is designed for an individual that has a bachelor’s degree other than in accounting that wishes to be licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). This certificate in conjunction with the Certificate of Professional Accounting – Accounting Subjects and Certificate of Professional Accounting – Business Subjects will prepare an individual for the CPA exam as well as meet the educational requirements for licensure. Alternatively, a student who already possesses a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a major College or University may solely complete this certificate to fulfill the educational requirements for licensure. The courses contained in this certificate meet the specific course requirements set forth by the California Board of Accountancy (CBA) including the requirements of SB 773.

Upon successful completion of this certificate along with the Certificate of Professional Accounting – Accounting Subjects and Certificate of Professional Accounting – Business Subjects, a student will have taken all the necessary Accounting, Business and Ethics courses required for licensure (license granted upon successful passing of the Uniform CPA exam). CPA licensure affords promotional opportunities in public accounting, taxation, and administrative departments of businesses in public and private sector areas such as manufacturing, merchandising, financial service, wholesale trades, and government. This certificate covers accounting and ethical principles necessary for financial reporting, analysis and critical review of accounting information. Entry-level employment opportunities include professional positions in financial statement auditing, income tax preparation, cost accounting, financial reporting and a number of trainee positions. Promotional opportunities include higher-level responsibilities in these same areas.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Demonstrate accounting and business concepts in the certificate classes through examination and practical exercises.
✓ Prepare accounting and business reports based upon relevant accounting and business principles

This program is designed to address the changes and advances in banking regulations, technology, and other factors. The courses in this certificate will help provide the skills necessary to prepare students for entry-level banking positions in the new fast-moving environment of banking in the 21st century. Students who complete this certificate will be competitive applicants for entry-level positions in the modern banking environment.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ be familiar with banking products and services.
✓ understand basic banking computer systems.
✓ define customer and personal service skill

A certificate in accounting prepares students for entry-level positions and promotional opportunities in accounting, taxation, and administrative departments of businesses in public and private sector areas such as manufacturing, merchandising, financial service, wholesale trades, and government. Specialized training in accounting and finance principles and practices enables students to maintain accounting records and develop financial reports and make effective use of financial information for analysis and decision-making. Entry-level employment opportunities include positions in accounts receivable/payable, payroll, income tax preparation, cost accounting, and a number of trainee positions. Promotional opportunities include higher-level responsibilities in these areas and the areas of general ledger, financial statement preparation, and financial statement analysis.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Acquire adequate knowledge of accounting to enter into a business environment as an entry-level clerk.

The Acting and Performance Level 1 Certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level performance competency and employment in regional theatre, television, film, theme parks and education. Students will integrate voice, mind, and body techniques toward character development, explore and engage with multiple professional training methodologies, generate a repertory of performance material for auditions, and produce professional grade resumes and head shots to forward career advancement. This certificate requires between 19.5 and 22.5 units.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Identify and apply specific skills, knowledge, and creativity for professional development and employment in theatre, film, and television.

🗸 Demonstrate the ability to select, rehearse and perform solo and scene material as well as "cold read" provided materials.

🗸 Apply and integrate analytical skills through written script analysis as well as written and verbal evaluation of peer performances and of other theatrical productions.

🗸 Analyze and apply vocal and physical techniques toward the creation of character for the purpose of theatrical storytelling.
 

The Accounting Certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in accounting in public and private sector areas such as manufacturing, small business, financial service, wholesale trades, and government. Specialized training in accounting and finance principles and practices enables students to maintain accounting records and develop financial reports and make effective use of financial information for analysis and decision making. Entry-level employment opportunities include positions in accounts receivable/payable, payroll, income tax preparation, cost accounting, and a number of trainee/internship positions. A minimum grade of C is required in each course taken. This certificate requires 32-34 units.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Demonstrate an understanding of accrual basis accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to prepare the general-purpose financial statements: Income Statement, Retained Earnings Statement, Balance Sheet, and Statement of Cash Flows.

🗸 Demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of accounting information system to identify, measure, analyze, interpret, and communicate financial information to management in the decision-making processes associated with all aspects of business operations.

🗸 Demonstrate proficiency in a computerized accounting software to input routine cash and credit transactions involving sales, purchases, expenses, and employees.

The 3D Animation Skills Certificate - Level II is a continuation of the Computer Graphics Certificate with emphasis in 3-D animation software. This certificate provides the skill set required for entry-level employment in the 3-D animation and modeling industry. The program requires a total of 15 units of which 9 units are in required courses. An additional 6 units must be chosen from the restricted electives listed below. Units earned from the Computer Graphics Certificate may not be used for the Level II certificate. Any advanced DART course may replace the introductory course DART 104 F if this course was completed as part of the Computer Graphics Certificate.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Upon successful completion of courses leading to the 3D Animation Certificate- Level II, the student will be able to demonstrate basic use of computer graphics software and hardware, and be able to demonstrate basic competence in selected image-making techniques.

🗸 Upon successful completion of courses leading to the 3D Animation Certificate- Level II, the student will be able to devise solutions to 3D design problems using digital media tools.

🗸 Upon successful completion of courses leading to the 3D Animation Certificate- Level II, the student will be able to devise solutions to 3D modeling problems using digital media tools, and be able to demonstrate basic competence in the use of computer hardware and software for 3D modeling.

The certificate curriculum in welding technology is designed to provide comprehensive occupational training in structural steel certification, relating to the needs of today’s welding fabrication and construction industry. The program provides students with the practical skills and technical knowledge required to operate Oxy-Fuel cutting equipment, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). In addition, students will be prepared for certification as required by employment in the welding industry. Employment opportunities available are Welder, Welder Technician, Inspector, Maintenance Welder, Pipe Welder, and Shipbuilder. The Santa Ana College Welding Program is a Los Angeles Certified Testing Lab Facility. The program offers training and testing for the following certifications: SMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and GMAW.

Learning Outcome(s):
✓ Create structural fillet and groove welds.
✓ Identify common electrodes used in electric arc welding.
✓ Demonstrate correct machine setup for the major processes used in electric arc welding.

The certificate curriculum in welding technology is designed to provide occupational training in pipe welding. These classes are designed to meet both current and future needs in the pipe welding industry. The program provides students with the practical skills and technical knowledge required to operate Oxy-Fuel cutting equipment, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), and semiautomatic welding processes.

Students will be prepared for certification as required by employment in the pipe welding industry. Employment opportunities available are Pipe Welder, Boilermaker, Inspector, and Shipbuilder. The Santa Ana College welding program is a Los Angeles Certified Testing Lab Facility. The program offers
training and testing for the following certifications: SMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and GMAW for Pipe.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Recognize electrodes used in pipe welding.
✓ Demonstrate sound welds in the various positions of pipe welding.

The certificate curriculum in welding technology is designed to provide comprehensive occupational training in all common types of welding methods relating to the needs of today’s welding fabrication industry. The program provides students with the practical skills and technical knowledge required to operate Oxy-Fuel cutting equipment, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). In addition, students will be prepared for certification as required by employment in the welding industry. Employment opportunities available are Welder, Welder Technician, Inspector, Maintenance Welder, Pipe Welder, and Shipbuilder. The Santa Ana College Welding Program is a Los Angeles Certified Testing Lab Facility. The program offers training and testing for the following certifications: SMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and GMAW.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Demonstrate knowledge in welding processes that apply to the welding
industry.
✓ Apply welding theory to ensure proper welding practices.
✓ Demonstrate weldments in out-of-position welds.

The certificate curriculum in welding technology is designed to provide occupational training in GAS Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). These classes are designed to meet both current and future needs in the GTAW industry. The program provides students with the practical skills and technical knowledge required to operate GTAW equipment. Students will be prepared for certification as required by employment in the GTAW industry. Employment opportunities available are Pipe Welder, Boilermaker, Fabricator, Aerospace Welder, Inspector, and Shipbuilder. The Santa Ana College welding program is a Los Angeles Certified Testing Lab Facility. The program offers training and testing for the GTAW process.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Recognize electrodes, filler metals, and gases used in GTAW.
✓ Demonstrate sound welds in the various positions using various gauge
thicknesses.
✓ Construct welds on carbon steel, stainless steel and Aluminum alloys.