San José City College currently offers an Associate in Science (AS) degree and three levels of certificates: Certificate of Achievement - Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3, in Computer Applications. Students who complete all three certificates will be well-prepared for the Microsoft Office Specialist and Expert Level (MOS) Exams.

Microsoft Office Specialist Certification, the premier in Microsoft desktop certification, is a globally recognized standard for demonstrating desktop skills which helps to meet the demand for qualified and knowledgeable people in the modern workplace. Our courses and certificates will prepare students to take the MOS. Certified individuals report increased competence and productivity as well as increased credibility with their employers, co-workers, and clients. Employers around the world know that it is a smart decision to hire certified candidates and, certification can be an employee's ticket to better career opportunities.

After successful completion of the series of tests for MOS, students will receive certification authenticating their skills from the certificating agency. There is a registration fee that must be paid before students can take the desired tests. 

Upon receiving an Associate in Science degree, graduates should be able to demonstrate use of following skills: document composition/word processing, mail merge, using e-mail, scheduling appointments, using the internet to locate information, file and folder management, oral and written communication skills, preparing presentations, resume writing, creating a portfolio of business documents, and organization skills.

A grade of “C” or better is required for all major, certificate, and major elective courses.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Recognize the components that constitute a computer information system.

- Demonstrate understanding of the impact and application of computers in business, government, and social organizations.

- Receive and process written and oral technology-related information.

- Recognize the influence of the Internet on business and terms relating to the World Wide Web.

- Work and interact effectively in teams consisting of individuals with differing interests, gender, global backgrounds and professions.

Lasers are now the enabling devices of choice for many industries that range from medicine, entertainment, telecommunications, and aesthetics, to quality control. Their ubiquity has resulted in the sky-rocketing demand for personnel who are well-versed in laser technology for both technical and non-technical positions. We therefore give our students both theoretical and hands-on competencies needed to tackle most common problems and issues encountered in the laser/laser system environments through regular course and industry internships.

Students must satisfactorily complete all major and certificate courses with a grade of “C” or better and at least four courses must be completed at San José City College.

Program Learning Outcomes :

   - Comply with ANSI and OSHA laser safety standards.

   - Verify the quality of laser parts and sub-assemblies, applying appropriate standards.

   - Build lasers/laser systems following prescribed procedures.

   - Write and/or follow procedures for lasers/laser systems testing and operation.

   - Verify a laser/laser system’s reliability and compliance to performance specifications.

   - Maintain and troubleshoot lasers/laser systems.

The Music Technology Recording Arts Certificate program is designed to introduce students to foundational skills, tools and techniques used in digital sound production and recording. Topics include digital recording, editing & mastering techniques, software/hardware integration (Pro Tools, plug-ins) microphone techniques, audio mixing console operations, basic principles of acoustics and audio signal processing and MIDI.

Program Learning Outcomes :

   - Demonstrate critical thinking, decision-making and problem solving skills by applying them to digital audio production, studio recording and live sound environments.

   - Demonstrate music computer literacy by completing production assignments utilizing software-based audio and MIDI systems.

   - Apply the technical, creative and interpersonal skills required in audio production environments by demonstrating current knowledge of digital audio workstations   and related audio hardware.  

The Certificate of Achievement in Communication Studies focuses on employment and professional growth for incumbent workers, as well as individuals looking for personal growth and employability. Additionally, the Certificate of Achievement in Communication Studies fulfills one of the most desired skills required by employers. This includes public speaking, cultural understanding and diversity, listening skills, conflict management, effective group communication and persuasion.

Students must satisfactorily complete all certificate courses with a grade of “C” or better and at least 3 courses in the certificate must be completed at San José City College.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Express and convey message clearly for effective oral communication.

- Demonstrate effective listening skills to comprehend spoken messages, analyze information critically, and consider multiple perspectives.

- Participate in the civic life of their communities through public address and civic engagement, and advocate for positive change.

- Articulate the importance of diversity, differing belief and value systems, as well as individual opinions.

- Apply interpersonal skills to create and maintain successful and beneficial social and civic relationships.

San José City College offers an Associate in Science (AS) and Certificate of Achievement and in Medical Assisting: Clinical degree. The Medical Assisting: Clinical program prepares the student for employment as a clinical (back office) medical assistant in a physician’s office, clinic, or hospital setting.  The student performs a variety of clinical medical assisting procedures including physical examination, medication administration, electrocardiography, minor surgery assist, medical asepsis, phlebotomy, and laboratory specimen handling, processing, and analysis.  An externship in the clinical area of a physician’s office, clinic, or hospital will provide the student with the necessary experience to enter the workforce.

Prior to, or after finishing the major classes, the student may complete the General Education requirements for the AS Degree.  A grade of “C” or better is required in each major course.  An advanced course in the major must be taken at San José City College.

Program Learning Outcomes :

   - Apply principles of anatomy/physiology and medical terminology to clinical protocols and procedures.

   - Execute the clinical skills required of a medical assistant.

   - Exercise compliance with regard to HIPAA and OSHA regulations, and be able to explain relevant privacy and safety protocols to patients and other health professionals.

   - Apply knowledge of clinical medical assisting to passing the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam and/or the Registered Medical Assisting (RMA) exam.

   - Communicate effectively with patients and other health care personnel while exercising the highest level of professional conduct.

   - Utilize the practical experience acquired during a clinical externship performed in a doctor's office, clinic, hospital, or laboratory to successfully integrate into a similar clinical health care environment upon post-graduate employment.

   - Service the community by filling a need for qualified, well-trained clinical medical assistants.

The department of Computer Information Systems (CIS) offers degrees and certificates in three major areas: Computer Programming, Network Administration and Web Developer.See the respective major sheets for additional information about the specific certificates and degrees.  A grade of “C” or better is required in all certificate, major and major elective courses.

The Web Developer Certificate and Degree programs provide students with the skills necessary to design front-end applications for a Web site. It assumes basic programming skills so that students can design applications that search a web site, obtain interactive information from visitors to the site, implement push and pull technologies, client server interactions, and provide the benefits of having a dynamic, well-structured Web site. An Associate in Science and 2 levels of certificates are offered.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Recognize the components that constitute a computer information system. Identify various hardware, software, data, computer number systems, and procedures.

- Demonstrate understanding of the impact and application of computers in business, government, and social organizations. Students solve common business problems with computer applications and the internet.

- Receive and process written and oral technology related information. Students Interpret technology communication concepts including wired and wireless networks, servers and clients, users interfaces, operating systems, applications, utilities, and programming languages.

- Recognize the influence of the Internet on business and terms relating to the World Wide Web. Students perform the fundamental functions that operating systems and applications software provides. Students demonstrate skills in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and use of Internet. Students will recognize a programming language and demonstrate steps involved in developing an application.

- Demonstrate the ability to work and interact effectively in teams consisting of individuals with differing interests, gender, global backgrounds and professions.

- Demonstrates ability to exercise professional, ethical responsibility in the use of technology in society.

The department of Computer Information Systems (CIS) offers degrees and certificates in three major areas: Computer Programming, Network Administration and Web Developer.See the respective major sheets for additional information about the specific certificates and degrees.  A grade of “C” or better is required in all certificate, major and major elective courses.

The Web Developer Certificate and Degree programs provide students with the skills necessary to design front-end applications for a Web site. It assumes basic programming skills so that students can design applications that search a web site, obtain interactive information from visitors to the site, implement push and pull technologies, client server interactions, and provide the benefits of having a dynamic, well-structured Web site. An Associate in Science and 2 levels of certificates are offered.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Recognize the components that constitute a computer information system. Identify various hardware, software, data, computer number systems, and procedures.

- Demonstrate understanding of the impact and application of computers in business, government, and social organizations. Students solve common business problems with computer applications and the internet.

- Receive and process written and oral technology related information. Students Interpret technology communication concepts including wired and wireless networks, servers and clients, users interfaces, operating systems, applications, utilities, and programming languages.

- Recognize the influence of the Internet on business and terms relating to the World Wide Web. Students perform the fundamental functions that operating systems and applications software provides. Students demonstrate skills in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and use of Internet. Students will recognize a programming language and demonstrate steps involved in developing an application.

- Demonstrate the ability to work and interact effectively in teams consisting of individuals with differing interests, gender, global backgrounds and professions.

- Demonstrates ability to exercise professional, ethical responsibility in the use of technology in society.

San José City College offers an Associate in Science and certificate in Medical Assisting: Administrative. The Medical Assisting: Administrative program prepares the student for employment as an administrative (front office) medical assistant in a physician’s office or clinic.  This program is designed to prepare the student to schedule appointments, perform medical reception duties, handle financial matters (including medical collection), manage medical records, and insurance billing.  The externship in the front office of a physician’s office will provide the student with the administrative experience necessary to enter the workforce.

Prior to, or after finishing the major classes, the student may complete the General Education requirements for the A.S. Degree.  A grade of “C” or better is required in each major course.  An advanced course in the major must be taken at San José City College.

Program Learning Outcomes :

   - Execute administrative medical front office skills including billing and coding procedures, health insurance form processing, patient and patient record/chart management, and public relations.

   - Apply knowledge of the human body, medical terminology and disease to front office administrative protocols and procedures.

   - Exercise compliance with regard to HIPAA privacy practices, and be able to explain these guidelines to both patients and other health professionals.

   - Adhere to, and support, OSHA and other regulatory agency safety guidelines overseeing the practice of medicine and implement such safety protocols.

   - Prepare for Certified Medical Assistant/CMA exam and/or the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) exam.

   - Effectively communicate with patients and other health care personnel while exercising the highest level of professional conduct.

   - Integrate practical experience during an externship within a medical office setting.

   - Service the community by filling a need for certified, well-trained front office medical assistants.

The CIS Network Administration certificate and degree programs are designed to provide students with the necessary skills to gain employment as a network administrator. Most business computers are being connected in networks. The industry needs skilled people to configure, troubleshoot, and maintain these networks. The Network Administration Program is designed to train students to fill these needs. Five certificates and three Associate in Science Degrees specializing in MCSA, MCSA, CCNA, General Networking, and UNIX Networks are offered

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Recognize the components that constitute a computer information system. Identify various hardware, software, data, computer number systems, and procedures.

- Demonstrate understanding of the impact and application of computers in business, government, and social organizations. Students solve common business problems with computer applications and the internet.

- Receive and process written and oral technology related information. Students Interpret technology communication concepts including wired and wireless networks, servers and clients, users interfaces, operating systems, applications, utilities, and programming languages.

- Recognize the influence of the Internet on business and terms relating to the World Wide Web. Students perform the fundamental functions that operating systems and applications software provides. Students demonstrate skills in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and use of Internet. Students will recognize a programming language and demonstrate steps involved in developing an application.

- Demonstrate the ability to work and interact effectively in teams consisting of individuals with differing interests, gender, global backgrounds and professions.

- Demonstrates ability to exercise professional, ethical responsibility in the use of technology in society.

The CIS Network Administration certificate and degree programs are designed to provide students with the necessary skills to gain employment as a network administrator. Most business computers are being connected in networks. The industry needs skilled people to configure, troubleshoot, and maintain these networks. The Network Administration Program is designed to train students to fill these needs. Five certificates and three Associate in Science Degrees specializing in MCSA, MCSA, CCNA, General Networking, and UNIX Networks are offered.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Recognize the components that constitute a computer information system. Identify various hardware, software, data, computer number systems, and procedures.

- Demonstrate understanding of the impact and application of computers in business, government, and social organizations. Students solve common business problems with computer applications and the internet.

- Receive and process written and oral technology related information. Students Interpret technology communication concepts including wired and wireless networks, servers and clients, users interfaces, operating systems, applications, utilities, and programming languages.

- Recognize the influence of the Internet on business and terms relating to the World Wide Web. Students perform the fundamental functions that operating systems and applications software provides. Students demonstrate skills in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and use of Internet. Students will recognize a programming language and demonstrate steps involved in developing an application.

- Demonstrate the ability to work and interact effectively in teams consisting of individuals with differing interests, gender, global backgrounds and professions.

- Demonstrates ability to exercise professional, ethical responsibility in the use of technology in society.