Successful completion of the Construction Technology program prepares students for entry into the construction trades, which require a technical skill and understanding of construction processes. Highlights: Program designed for immediate employment, upgrading of job skills, and potential opportunities for career self-employment. Courses can be transferable to four-year institutions. A grade of “C” or better is required in all major, certificate and major elective courses.

Program Learning Outcomes:

   - Demonstrate appropriate use of construction tools, methods and materials, follow safety practices and procedures used in the industry.

   - Demonstrate understanding of construction terms, concepts, and hands-on applications.

   - Read and interpret building codes, blueprints, manuals, specifications, shop drawings.

   - Apply effective use of emerging technologies in the construction trades including application Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) and energy efficiency.

Successful completion of the Construction Technology program prepares students for entry into the construction trades, which require a technical skill and understanding of construction processes. Highlights: Program designed for immediate employment, upgrading of job skills, and potential opportunities for career self-employment. 

Program Learning Outcomes:

   - Demonstrate appropriate use of construction tools, methods, and materials, follow safety practices and procedures used in the industry.

   - Demonstrate understanding of construction terms, concepts, and hands-on applications.

   - Read and interpret building codes, blueprints, manuals, specifications, shop drawings.

   - Apply effective use of emerging technologies in the construction trades including green application and energy efficiency.

This program provides foundational hands-on skills and training in industry-relevant science and engineering principles of the field of photonics and laser technology (PALT). PALT is involved with the generation and harnessing of light and other forms of radiant energy. Photonics involves state-of-art use and applications of lasers, optics, fiber-optics, and electro-optical devices in diverse fields of technology " alternate energy, manufacturing, health care, telecommunication, environmental monitoring, homeland security, aerospace, solid state lighting, and many others. The applications of photonics and lasers in creating and enabling technologies are extremely broad. From an educational standpoint, this means that photonics courses in a postsecondary college curriculum in related technologies can qualify graduates for a far wider variety of jobs and increase the global competitiveness of the workforce.

Career Opportunities

Rapid growth in the number and complexity of photonics and photonics-enabled technologies has caused the demand for technicians to exceed supply. There are more than a dozen fields that utilize Photonics enabled technologies. Some example include: aerospace technology (LiDAR system), manufacturing (laser welding, drilling and 3D printing), construction (site topography, materials inventory, distance measuring and alignment, threedimensional analysis to track the progress of construction), transportation (monitoring exhaust emissions, navigation with optical gyroscopes) and environmental technology (monitoring air quality and particulate emission from exhaust stacks). The primary occupations for students skilled in basic photonics and laser technology relates to middle-skill jobs in operation and maintenance of optics and photonics equipment and technology involving titles like Mechanical Technicians, Technical Associate, Manufacturing, Thin Film Technician and Calibration Technology Specialist.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Apply knowledge of math, science, and engineering to identify, formulate, and solve optics and photonics problems.

- Communicate effectively and work well in situations that require teamwork.

- Design and perform tests or experiments, analyze and interpret data, and prepare a report summarizing the results of the tests or experiments.

- Use techniques, skills, and modern engineering and computer tools necessary for optics and photonics engineering practice.

San José City College offers two certificates and an Associate in Science (A.S.) in Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology. This program is designed to develop the appreciation, knowledge, and skills essential for employment in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry.  Instruction includes both theory and practical work with refrigeration and air conditioning machinery, electrical equipment, and related mathematics. A grade of “C” or better is required in each course in the major and approved major electives for each certificate and degree.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Recognize the components that constitute Residential and Commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems. Perform Maintenance and Repair on complex Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems.

- Competence in analyzing, maintaining, servicing and commissioning Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems. Problem-solve and troubleshoot complex Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems using analytical and methodical practices.

- Ability to interpret and process Wiring Diagrams and Pipe Diagrams. Demonstrate proficiency in writing service reports in both hard and soft copy.

- Competence and skill in maintaining energy efficient Air Conditioning and Refrigeration equipment. Recognize and be capable of implementing modern technologies so as to maintain proper and efficient functionality of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems

- Demonstrate the ability to work as an individual and in groups of all social and economic backgrounds. Demonstrate awareness of Global Warming, Green House Gases Effect and Ozone Depletion as related to use of common Refrigerants.

- Demonstrate honesty and integrity when dealing with customers and employers. Exercise professional courtesy in the workplace.

San José City College offers two certificates and an Associate in Science (A.S.) in Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology. This program is designed to develop the appreciation, knowledge, and skills essential for employment in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry.  Instruction includes both theory and practical work with refrigeration and air conditioning machinery, electrical equipment, and related mathematics. A grade of “C” or better is required in each course in the major and approved major electives for each certificate and degree.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Recognize the components that constitute Residential and Commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems. Perform Maintenance and Repair on complex Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems.

- Competence in analyzing, maintaining, servicing and commissioning Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems. Problem-solve and troubleshoot complex Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems using analytical and methodical practices.

- Ability to interpret and process Wiring Diagrams and Pipe Diagrams. Demonstrate proficiency in writing service reports in both hard and soft copy.

- Competence and skill in maintaining energy efficient Air Conditioning and Refrigeration equipment. Recognize and be capable of implementing modern technologies so as to maintain proper and efficient functionality of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems

- Demonstrate the ability to work as an individual and in groups of all social and economic backgrounds. Demonstrate awareness of Global Warming, Green House Gases Effect and Ozone Depletion as related to use of common Refrigerants.

- Demonstrate honesty and integrity when dealing with customers and employers. Exercise professional courtesy in the workplace.

- Recognize proper attire and etiquettes expected of Professional Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technicians and Engineers. Perform Mechanical and Electrical installations of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems that are both safe and aesthetically pleasing.

San José City College offers an Associate in Science (AS) and a Certificate of Achievement in Real Estate. The three pillars of the program are:

 California License Applicants :

 Students will complete courses designed to meet the educational requirements of the California Bureau of Real Estate (CalBRE) for state licensing. Applicants for the Real Estate Salesperson license must complete 3 courses (9 units): Principles of Real Estate, Real Estate Practice and one elective selected from among the additional courses listed under the Certificate of Achievement - Level 2. Completion of the Certificate of Achievement - Level 2 along with REAL 123 along with REAL 123 satisfies the educational requirements for the more rigorous Real Estate Broker license.

Real Estate Career Success :

The multi-disciplinary nature of real estate encompasses a wide variety of knowledge and skills from fundamental principles to more advanced financial, economic, valuation, and legal concepts. Students will study the body of knowledge and skills with an emphasis on developing the competencies essential to a successful career in real estate.

Personal Financial Well-Being : 

Financial literacy and planning plays an important role in an individual's future financial well-being. For many individuals and households, real estate is one of the cornerstones of their economic and financial status. Inherent within the real estate courses, students are exposed to economic and financial principles applicable to personal financial decisions that individuals will face in their lifetimes.

Program Learning Outcomes :

   - Complete the educational requirements for California Real Estate licensing and prepare for the state licensing exams.

   - Discriminate among knowledge and skills to uncover and apply the core competencies for a successful career in real estate.

   - Evaluate real estate together with personal financial principles to discern its role in an individual's personal financial well-being.

The Paralegal Program at Cañada College was developed in cooperation with the San Mateo County Bar Association and the San Mateo County Legal Secretaries Association to train personnel to assist attorneys in both civil and criminal matters. Instruction centers on assisting the attorneys in interviewing clients and preparing legal documents. Courses must be evaluated by a letter grade, not by the Pass grade.

Career Opportunities

Students who complete this Paralegal Certificate are entitled to be called paralegals under California law. This Certificate prepares students to be paralegals, as well as students who are applying for law school or foreign attorneys preparing for a Master of Laws (LLM) degree program. This Certificate prepares students for the legal and business fields, including law firms, corporate legal departments, corporations, federal and state courts, and research firms. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, between 2016 and 2026, there is an 18% projected increase in paralegal and legal assistant jobs in the Bay Area. Certificate holders are prepared for positions including but not limited to paralegals, legal assistants, legal secretaries, legal clerks, title officers, and notaries.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Use effectively both book and electronic legal research tools, and to identify and use primary and secondary law sources.

- Use California superior court judicial council forms, and at least one software program containing such forms.

The Paralegal Program was developed in cooperation with the San Mateo County Bar Association and the San Mateo County Legal Secretaries Association (now the San Mateo County Legal Professionals Association) to train personnel to assist attorneys in both civil and criminal matters. The Litigation Certificate is designed for students who want to specialize in litigation, pursue a higher education degree related to law and the legal system, prepare for law school, or prepare foreign attorneys for a Masters in Law (LLM) program, which must be completed in order to take the California Bar Exam. The Litigation Certificate is a unique offering that enables our students to be more competitive and be better prepared for current industry needs.

Career Opportunities

Students who complete the Paralegal Certificate are entitled to be called paralegals under California law. The Litigation Certificate prepares students to be paralegals who focus their skills on litigation, prepares students for law school, and prepares foreign attorneys for a Master of Laws (LLM) program, which must be completed in order to take the California Bar Exam. The demand for skilled litigation paralegals is high, and employment opportunities exist in litigation law firms, trial technology companies, technology companies, biotech companies, consulting firms, insurance companies, or in state or federal courts. Graduates are prepared for positions including but not limited to paralegals, law clerks, trial clerks, legal assistants, legal secretaries, or trial technology paralegals.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Use effectively both book and electronic legal research tools, and to identify and use primary and secondary law sources.

- Use California superior court judicial council forms, and at least one software program containing such forms.

- Understand, follow and apply ethical rules for attorneys and paralegals and to identify potential ethical issues in the legal environment.

San José City College offers both an Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS) and certificates in Administration of Justice – Judicial Administration. Students planning to transfer should follow the Associate in Arts. The Judicial Administration option expands the existing Administration of Justice program focus beyond primarily law enforcement to include judicial branch careers. The program offers students educational opportunities which prepare them for entry into judicial branch careers. Additionally, the curriculum addresses the educational and professional development needs of the existing judicial branch workforce and prepares students for advancement in their careers working in the courts. The program goals address the increasing need for well-prepared applicants for court positions at all levels from entry to managerial.

Students considering transferring to the California State University system and are interested in continuing their studies in the following areas: Administration of Justice, Law Enforcement, Correctional Administration, Social Science, and Pre-Law should also review the major sheet for an Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T).

All major and certificate courses including approved major electives must be completed with a grade “C” or better.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program, students will have learned all aspects of court functions, including:

- Identify the operations of various divisions of the court such as criminal, civil, family law, probate, juvenile delinquency, and dependency;

- Describe the role of the clerk of court in functions such as legal processing, calendaring, and maintaining the court record;

- Describe the courtroom support functions such as making the official record, jury services, and court security;

- Analyze the administrative business functions such as finance, human resources, facilities management, and information technology.

San José City College offers both an Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS) and certificates in Administration of Justice – Judicial Administration. Students planning to transfer should follow the Associate in Arts. The Judicial Administration option expands the existing Administration of Justice program focus beyond primarily law enforcement to include judicial branch careers. The program offers students educational opportunities which prepare them for entry into judicial branch careers. Additionally, the curriculum addresses the educational and professional development needs of the existing judicial branch workforce and prepares students for advancement in their careers working in the courts. The program goals address the increasing need for well-prepared applicants for court positions at all levels from entry to managerial.

Students considering transferring to the California State University system and are interested in continuing their studies in the following areas: Administration of Justice, Law Enforcement, Correctional Administration, Social Science, and Pre-Law should also review the major sheet for an Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T).

All major and certificate courses including approved major electives must be completed with a grade “C” or better.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program, students will have learned all aspects of court functions, including:

- Identify the operations of the various divisions of the court such as criminal, civil, family law, probate, juvenile delinquency, and dependency;

- Describe the role of the clerk of court in functions such as legal processing, calendaring, and maintaining the court record;

- Describe the courtroom support functions such as making the official record, jury services, and court security;

- Analyze administrative business functions such as finance, human resources, facilities management, and information technology.