The Media Arts and Creative Entertainment Certificate program is a Career Technical Education specialty, designed for the student who wants a concentrated course of study in the field of acting/directing coupled with film and television production. It has been designed to introduce students to the skills necessary to create their own recorded media projects or prepare students for entry-level employment in the entertainment industry. Completion of this certificate will foster an understanding and appreciation of the various artistic and technical aspects of camera and narrative production. Students will be educated in performing, directing, storytelling, camera operation, event documentation, lighting, sound, post-production, and business practices. The required 12 units give the student a strong foundation, while the 5 elective units allow students to concentrate on their particular area of interest within this collaborative field.

Program Outcome

✓ Students will be able to demonstrate competence as directors, performers, actors and technicians and possess a critical understanding of visual storytelling coupled with current and effective performance and directing techniques.

The Automotive Engine Performance Specialist Certificate of Achievement prepares students for careers as automotive technicians with an emphasis in engine performance. In this program, students will apply knowledge of all phases of engine electrical systems, computer system operations, diagnostics, and repair. Students will be qualified to take the State of California Bureau of Automotive Repair Smog License exams upon completion of this program. This certificate prepares students for careers such as Automotive Computer Diagnostic Technician, Automotive California Smog Inspection and Repair Technician, Automotive Performance Technician, and General Automotive Technician.

The Automotive Engine Diagnostics Technician Certificate of Achievement prepares students for careers as automotive technicians with an emphasis in engine performance and diagnostics by providing students with hands‐on practical training in advanced engine diagnostics. Coursework includes OBD2 operation, diagnostics, and performance, port and direct fuel injected engine systems, closed area network (CAN) operation and diagnostics, computer‐controlled vehicle fuel mapping, and ignition timing systems. This certificate prepares students for careers such as Automotive Drivability Technician, Automotive Engine Performance Technician, and General Automotive Technician. The Automotive Engine Diagnostics Technician Certificate of Achievement is part of a stackable sequence of awards that builds upon the Automotive Technician Fundamentals Certificate of Achievement and culminates in either the Automotive Engine Performance Specialist Certificate of Achievement or the General Automotive Technician Certificate of Achievement.

The Automotive Electric Vehicle Technician Certificate of Achievement provides students with training on emerging technologies in the automotive industry. Coursework provides advanced training in electric vehicle propulsion systems, hybrid propulsion, alternative fuel technology, electric vehicle infrastructure, and advanced electrical diagnostics. Students will be qualified to take the related ASE certification exams upon completion of this program. This certificate prepares students for careers such as Automotive Hybrid Technician, Automotive Electric Vehicle Technician, Automotive CNG/LPG Vehicle Technician, or General Automotive Technician. Ideal for the small business owner, independent shop, or the dealership career‐oriented technician. The Automotive Electric Vehicle Technician Certificate of Achievement is part of a stackable sequence of awards that builds upon the Automotive Technician Fundamentals Certificate of Achievement and culminates in the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Specialist Certificate of Achievement.

The Automotive Chassis Systems Certificate of Achievement prepares students for careers as automotive technicians with drivetrain emphasis. Students completing the certificate will be trained in the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of vehicle chassis systems that consist of power train operation, air conditioning, clutch systems, differentials, and driveline components on both import and domestic vehicles and light trucks. This certificate prepares students for careers such as Automotive Transmission Technician, Automotive Powertrain Technician, Automotive Air Conditioning Technician, and General Automotive Technician. This program is ideal for the small‐business owner, independent shop, or the dealership career‐oriented technician. The Automotive Chassis Systems Certificate of Achievement is part of a stackable sequence of awards that builds upon the Automotive Technician Fundamentals Certificate of Achievement and culminates in the Automotive Chassis Specialist Certificate of Achievement.

The Automotive Chassis Specialist Certificate of Achievement prepares students for a career as automotive technicians with drivetrain emphasis. Students completing the certificate will be trained in the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of vehicle chassis systems that consist of power train operation, air conditioning, tire service, brake system diagnostics, suspension and steering service on both import and domestic vehicles and light trucks. This certificate prepares students for careers such as Automotive Suspension Technician, Automotive Alignment Technician, Automotive Brake Technician, and General Automotive Technician. This program is ideal for the small‐business owner, independent shop, or the dealership career‐oriented technician.

This program is designed to prepare the student for entry-level employment as an Applications Developer. These workers develop and maintain software programs to meet specific business needs. The program encompasses a broad area of study, including programming, computer operating systems, software applications, web design and networking.

The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Specialist Certificate of Achievement provides students with knowledge of all operating systems in the modern hybrid, alternative fueled automobile, full electric vehicles, and hydrogen fuel cell. The emphasis is on the unique characteristics and maintenance issues associated with hybrid, alternative fuel systems, electric vehicles, and alternative forms of propulsion. Students will be qualified to take the related ASE certification exams upon completion of this program. This certificate prepares students for careers such as Automotive Hybrid Technician, Automotive Electric Vehicle Technician, Automotive CNG/LPG Vehicle Technician, or General Automotive Technician. Ideal for the small business owner, independent shop, or the dealership career‐oriented technician.

The Advanced Culinary Arts Certificate of Achievement program prepares students for many contemporary employment opportunities within the restaurant and hospitality industries as professional culinarians. Some of these positions include, but are not limited to, institution and cafeteria cooks, private household chefs, food preparation workers, food service managers, chefs and head cooks, supervisors of food preparation and serving workers, and line and prep cooks in all areas of restaurant and hospitality industries. The program offers coursework for both career training and professional improvement. Students will be provided with the essential skills of sanitation, foundational and advanced cooking and baking, various ethnic and regional cuisines as well as operations and production in order to reach their career goals and to be competitive in the marketplace.

The Adult Education Basic Technology Skills Certificate of Competency program teaches basic computer and technology skills, office productivity software, and Internet use to adult learners using lecture and lab with practical application appropriate for ESL learners as well as native English speakers. The program is designed for students with limited computer knowledge required for work, school and everyday tasks. Students learn basic parts of the computer, keyboard and mouse operation, a brief introduction to office productivity software (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and communications software for entry level employment), and the basics of working with the Internet, email and mobile devices for personal, business, and academic purposes.