Successful completion of the curriculum in Web and Interaction Design program provides a comprehensive understanding of the skills necessary for successful employment in the front-end Web design and development industry. This program is designed to meet the needs of students interested in seeking entry-level positions in front-end Web design and development fields, including interaction and experience (UI/UX) design, web accessibility and usability design, and front-end development using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Additionally, students could choose to start their own business as a Web and/or Interaction Design professional after the completion of the program. The certificate is designed to focus on providing specific career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Generate solutions integrating concept, content, and form through the development and application of a predictable and repeatable workflow.

✔ Optimize work samples for various delivery modalities, utilizing the appropriate formats and processes required for delivery.

✔ Incorporate and critique the application of the elements and principles of design in work samples.

✔ Develop a portfolio of work samples that display the styles, medium, and subject areas of study.

✔ Explain the key principles of copyright, fair use, and public domain and apply these principles appropriately in creative projects.

✔ Prove a command of industry-standard software, tools, processes, and professional practices.

The certificate in Illustration qualifies students for entry level positions as digital illustrators for use in graphic design, advertising and book and card illustration. The certificate is designed to focus on providing specific career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Generate solutions integrating concept, content, and form through the development and application of a predictable and repeatable workflow.

✔ Optimize work samples for various delivery modalities, utilizing the appropriate formats and processes required for delivery.

✔ Incorporate and critique the application of the elements and principles of design in work samples.

✔ Develop a portfolio of work samples that display the styles, medium, and subject areas of study.

✔ Explain the key principles of copyright, fair use, and public domain and apply these principles appropriately in creative projects.

✔ Prove a command of industry-standard software, tools, processes, and professional practices.

The certificate in Graphic Design qualifies students for entry level positions in graphic design, web design, desktop publishing and packaging design. The certificate is designed to focus on providing specific career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Generate solutions integrating concept, content, and form through the development and application of a predictable and repeatable workflow.

✔ Optimize work samples for various delivery modalities, utilizing the appropriate formats and processes required for delivery.

✔ Incorporate and critique the application of the elements and principles of design in work samples.

✔ Develop a portfolio of work samples that display the styles, medium, and subject areas of study.

✔ Explain the key principles of copyright, fair use, and public domain and apply these principles appropriately in creative projects.

✔ Prove a command of industry-standard software, tools, processes, and professional practices.

Successful completion of the curriculum in Film and Video Production program provides a comprehensive understanding of the skills necessary for successful employment in the Film and Video Production industry.  This program is designed to meet the needs of students interested in seeking entry-level positions in filmmaking and video production. Additionally, students could choose to start their own business in commercial video production after the completion of the program. The certificate is designed to focus on providing specific career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Generate solutions integrating concept, content, and form through the development and application of a predictable and repeatable workflow.

✔ Optimize work samples for various delivery modalities, utilizing the appropriate formats and processes required for delivery.

✔ Incorporate and critique the application of the elements and principles of design in work samples.

✔ Develop a portfolio of work samples that display the styles, medium, and subject areas of study.

✔ Explain the key principles of copyright, fair use, and public domain and apply these principles appropriately in creative projects.

✔ Prove a command of industry-standard software, tools, processes, and professional practices.

The certificate in Digital Media qualifies students for entry level positions as interactive media designers, computer game designers, interface designers and on-line web designers. The certificate is designed to focus on providing specific career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Generate solutions integrating concept, content, and form through the development and application of a predictable and repeatable workflow.

✔ Optimize work samples for various delivery modalities, utilizing the appropriate formats and processes required for delivery.

✔ Incorporate and critique the application of the elements and principles of design in work samples.

✔ Develop a portfolio of work samples that display the styles, medium, and subject areas of study.

✔ Explain the key principles of copyright, fair use, and public domain and apply these principles appropriately in creative projects.

✔ Prove a command of industry-standard software, tools, processes, and professional practices.

The Surgical Technology program prepares students for entry-level employment as surgical technologists in hospital surgery centers and specialty clinics. The program combines didactic instruction, laboratory simulation, and clinical experiences, providing students with the knowledge and skills required to enter the field of surgical technology in accordance with the American Medical Association and the Association of Surgical Technologist’s guidelines.  A Surgical Technologist (ST) is a member of the surgical team who works with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during and after surgery, including passing instruments to the surgeon and assisting during surgery.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate an understanding of the functions of the organ systems of the human body.

✔ Use the Scientific Method to investigate biological questions and critically evaluate and effectively communicate scientific data.

✔ Understand and apply foundational knowledge for a future allied health career or program of study.

Successful completion of the Medical Assisting Program certificate prepares the student with the knowledge, skills and qualities necessary for the medical assisting profession. The medical assistant acquires a broad scope of skills which makes him/her a valuable allied health professional within the ambulatory care setting. During this program, students will learn and demonstrate vital signs, EKGs, venipunctures, injections, assist with minor office surgeries and patient education, as well as medical office administrative tasks. Students will also learn basic anatomy, physiology and pharmacology. This comprehensive education allows graduates to find employment in clinics, urgent‐care facilities, primary care and specialty physician offices. Medical assistants are also employed in medical laboratories, surgical centers, and electrocardiography departments in hospitals, government agencies and educational institutions. Core coursework will be fulfilled in two semesters, followed by a 160‐hour externship. A certificate of achievement will be earned after completing all courses with a grade of “C” or better and successfully passing the externship (ALH 0009). The certificate is designed to focus on providing specific career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate an understanding of the functions of the organ systems of the human body.

✔ Use the Scientific Method to investigate biological questions and critically evaluate and effectively communicate scientific data.

✔ Understand and apply foundational knowledge for a future allied health career or program of study.

The Allied Health General Option is designed as a gateway into allied health professions and to prepare students for success in Allied Health certificate program at Sierra and other institutions. This may include training programs for professions such as Dental Hygiene, LVN, Medical Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapy Assistant, Respiratory Care, Radiology Technician, Sonography and others. Some variation in certificate requirements may exist for particular Allied Health programs, therefore, it is essential that students refer to the catalog of their intended transfer institution and contact a counselor to ensure that all required coursework is completed. A certificate is designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate an understanding of the functions of the organ systems of the human body.

✔ Use the Scientific Method to investigate biological questions and critically evaluate and effectively communicate scientific data.

✔ Understand and apply foundational knowledge for a future allied health career or program of study.
 

Designed to prepare students for employment as utility foresters who assess trees and other vegetation in utility right-of-ways to prevent interference with high voltage lines and other utility equipment.  Utility Foresters work independently in urban and wildland areas, and interface with land owners to explain required vegetation management. A skills certificate is designed to provide technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Assess the interdependence of relationships that exist between plants, animals, the environment and humans.

✔ Evaluate the economic importance of agriculture to various societies/cultures.

✔ Assess the impacts of agricultural production practices on the environment and society.

✔ Relate the biology of plants and or animals to agricultural management practices.
 

Designed to give students the small sustainable farm business management knowledge and abilities to successfully enter the workforce as a small farm owner or manager. This skills certificate focuses on skills and knowledge relative to the principles of agribusiness management, sustainable agriculture and direct farm marketing. This is a specialty certificate designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Assess the interdependence of relationships that exist between plants, animals, the environment and humans.

✔ Evaluate the economic importance of agriculture to various societies/cultures.

✔ Assess the impacts of agricultural production practices on the environment and society.

✔ Relate the biology of plants and or animals to agricultural management practices.