The certificate in Applied Graphic Design/Digital Imaging offers hands-on experience for students interested in combining artistic creativity and computer technology. Students receive practical knowledge of processes, theory of design principles and elements, computer software applications, and personal communication skills. Opportunities of employment from an education in graphic design range widely in emphasis. Related industries integrating graphic designers, digital imaging specialists, and multimedia authors vary as much as commercial printing does from motion pictures. All mass visual communications require the skills and training of graphic design/digital imaging.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

- Create complete and correct graphic files for both print and web.

- Apply the elements and principles of effective graphic design.

- Analyze, plan, and implement design strategies based on customers’ desires.

The Certificate of Achievement for Residential and Light Commercial HVAC & R prepare students to install, service, operate, and maintain HVACR systems in the residential and light commercial settings. Environmental Control Technology (ECT) is a technical program offering the theoretical, technical, and problem-solving skills essential for employment in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry. Graduates can seek employment as HVACR technicians in the construction or service divisions.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:

- Demonstrate proper and safe use of chemical, combustible materials, electricity, high-pressure gassesgases, climbing ladders and lifting heavy objects.

- Explain the theory of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning and the physical properties of components and devices

- Demonstrate critical thinking, interpersonal, writing, and reading skills working with team members and customers.

Career Opportunities

HVACR technicians, installers in the construction or service divisions.

The Laney College Quality Control Certificate of Achievement is a career technical education program that prepares students for work as a quality control (QC) technician or quality assurance (QA) technician. The certificate provides students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills required for precision measurement of manufactured parts according to specifications in engineering drawings using hand tools and sophisticated modern equipment like coordinate measuring machines (CMMs). The coursework also covers technical mathematics and a survey of machining processes.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

   - Develop a foundation of skills for using precision measuring tools and metrology equipment to inspect parts and assemblies and ensure they meet engineering specifications.

   - Demonstrate technical literacy in reading and writing technical documents, determining required specifications based on engineering drawings, developing inspection plans, applying statistical process control, applying mathematics in problem solving.

   - Demonstrate effective work practices for inspection rooms, including: establishment of good lab practices, proper care and maintenance of measuring tools, calibration of tools and equipment.

Refrigeration Technology is a certificate offering the theoretical, technical, and problem-solving skills essential for employment in the air conditioning and refrigeration industries. Students completing the suggested curriculum can seek employment as air conditioning installers, refrigeration technicians, and building engineers.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Safe use of materials: Demonstrate proper and safe use of chemicals, combustible materials, electricity, high-pressure gases, climbing ladders and lifting heavy objects.

🗸 Explain concepts related to refrigeration: Explain the theory of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning and the physical properties of components and devices.

🗸 Demonstrate critical thinking, interpersonal, writing, and reading skills working with team members and customers.

Environmental Control Technology is a technical program offering the theoretical, technical, and problem-solving skills essential for employment in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry. Students completing the suggested curriculum can seek employment as refrigeration technicians, heating, ventilation, air conditioning technicians, and building engineers and technicians.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

- Demonstrate proper and safe use of chemicals, combustible materials, electricity, high-pressure gasses, climbing ladders and lifting heavy objects.

- Explain the theory of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning and the physical properties of components and devices.

- Demonstrate critical thinking, interpersonal, writing, and reading skills working with team members and customers.

The AS degree in Building Automation Systems prepares students to install, service, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot building automation systems (BAS) in commercial buildings, controlling Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems, energy management systems, as well as lighting and security systems. Students who complete this program can significantly impact building energy consumption. Graduates can seek employment as building automation technicians and control systems technicians with manufacturers, vendors, service companies, and large facilities, such as government and educational facilities, hospitals, and office buildings.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

- Explain the theory and techniques relevant to building automation, including technical math, physics for building science, electricity, computer hardware and software basics, and techniques for reading and interpreting design documents, drawings, and specifications.

- Describe the components, functional applications, troubleshooting strategies, and testing, adjusting and balancing techniques for commercial HVAC systems.

- balancing techniques for commercial HVAC systems. • Describe the components and functions of Direct Digital Controls (DDC) microprocessor hardware and software and practice control systems programming and energy efficient control system design strategies.

- Describe the processes for building commissioning, re-commissioning and retro-commissioning.

- Assessment method: assess control systems networking and control systems integration strategies in commercial buildings.

- Explain energy saving opportunities in buildings, including control systems documentation, energy efficient control routines, data analysis, performance monitoring, and energy efficient policies and codes compliance.

The Laney College Machine Technology Industrial Maintenance is a multi-disciplinary career technical education certificate that prepares students for work in a wide range of industries. The certificate covers mechanics, machining, electrical and welding skills which play a critical role in the industrial maintenance field. Students also receive an OSHA 30-hour industrial safety certificate. The certificate prepares students for entry-level positions performing installation, maintenance and repair operations on industrial equipment (such as blowers, pumps, motors) and infrastructure (such as piping, conveyance systems) in a wide range of industries (such as refineries, utilities, manufacturing plants).

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

   - Demonstrate safe work procedures while operating and repairing electrical and mechanical systems including use and disposal of hazardous materials.

   - Develop skills that enable precision and productivity in the repair and setup of mechanical systems.

   - Demonstrate technical literacy in reading and writing technical documents, determining required specifications based on engineering drawings and use of mathematics in problem solving.

Laney College’s noncredit VESOL I Program offers courses that will prepare students for the language skills required in entry-level employment or college certificate programs in the hospitality and retail industries. In this program students will practice communicating in the workplace with co-workers and customers, learn how to conduct a basic job search in the American workplace and use simple technology at work, such as email by developing language skills including listening, speaking, reading and writing tasks related to work in restaurants, hotels, retail stores and offices.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

- Demonstrate the ability to apply for and communicate in an entry-level job in the hospitality, retail and other targeted industries

The ESOL Intermediate Certificate of Competency verifies that a student has successfully completed three ESOL core classes (Reading and Writing, Listening and Speaking, and Grammar) at the intermediate level. Students interested in completing this certificate should consult with the ESOL department chair and a counselor.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

- Demonstrate high intermediate skills in English listening, speaking, reading, and/or writing which will allow them to achieve their personal, vocational, and academic goals.

The ESOL High Intermediate Certificate of Competency verifies that a student has successfully completed three ESOL core classes (Reading and Writing, Listening and Speaking, and Grammar) at the high intermediate level. Students interested in completing this certificate should consult with the ESOL department chair and a counselor.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

- Demonstrate high intermediate skills in English listening, speaking, reading, and/or writing which will allow them to achieve their personal, vocational, and academic goals.