This certificate program prepares students for a career in the music industry. The program has an entrepreneurial focus emphasizing an industry trend requiring artists to be responsible for complete project development. The program is designed to produce well-rounded music industry professionals capable of all aspects of the music production process including recording, marketing, and distribution. The same skill-set also prepares students for careers in specialized areas of the music industry such as digital audio workstation operator, recording engineer, producer, composer, arranger, songwriter, sound designer, artist manager, distributor, and marketing representative.

To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete the required courses with a “C” grade or higher. Required courses are available in the evening and during the day.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Produce recorded music projects.

- Demonstrate professional behaviors required in the music industry.

- Apply vocabulary and demonstrate processes that are used in the protection of intellectual property rights.

The commercial music – technology and production certificate of achievement begins with a set of core music and technology courses to provide both the conceptual foundation in music theory and the technical foundation in a digital audio workstation to record, sequence, and mix music. Graduates of the commercial music – technology and production move into all facets of the music and entertainment industries. Graduates prepare a portfolio of work to demonstrate competencies for work as an AV technician, music engineer, music producer, music editor, film composer, and more.

To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a “C” grade or higher

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Produce recorded music projects.

- Demonstrate professional behaviors required in the music industry.

- Apply vocabulary and demonstrate processes used in the protection of intellectual property rights.

- Demonstrate practical musical literacy, both theoretical and historical.

- Mix live performances in a variety of genres.

- Create, arrange, and produce advanced recorded music projects utilizing a digital audio workstation that is MIDI capable.

The commercial music – performance certificate of achievement consists of comprehensive curriculum that provides students with a solid foundation in music theory, composition, performance, technology, production, and business. This program offers a unique blend of the art of music and the discipline of business. Students can participate in traditional music courses such as individual applied music lessons and performing ensembles, while immersing themselves in music technology. Graduates of the commercial music – performance may move into all facets of the music and entertainment industries.

To earn the certificate of achievement, students must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a “C” grade or higher.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Produce recorded music projects,

- Demonstrate professional behaviors required in the music industry.

- Apply vocabulary and demonstrate processes used in the protection of intellectual property rights.

- Demonstrate practical musical literacy, both theoretical and historical.

- Mix live performances in a variety of genres.

- Utilize basic ensemble skills by performing in an ensemble.

This certificate of achievement in nutrition, health and wellness is designed to address the increasing societal interest in personal nutrition, health, and wellness. The wellness mindset has permeated all aspects of everyday life - from eating organic foods to using natural cleaning products to ending the day with meditation - and has emerged as one of the preeminent wellness trends of the new century. Rising health care costs and concerns with quality of life and longevity are also spurring individuals to learn more about what they can do to ensure a healthy body.

The certificate of achievement in nutrition, health and wellness may also serve as a supplementary skill set for individuals in various fields such as early childhood education, health education, fitness instruction, massage therapy, chiropractic medicine, nursing, and allied health occupations or individuals interested in entry-level employment in health and wellness programs such as Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition programs, Head Start programs, senior nutrition services and home delivered meal programs, Cal Fresh program, or other community agencies. Additionally, students completing the program will be able to provide advice on weight control and physical performance improvement while working under the supervision of other nutrition and fitness professionals. Such employment can encompass weight control clinics, health spas, corporate fitness and wellness centers, and gyms with a nutrition program.

The program primarily aims to provide the individual with the knowledge to maximize his or her own health and wellness. It may provide preparation for entry into certain nutrition, health and wellness-related jobs that do not require degrees or licensure. Certain required courses provide prerequisite preparation for advanced professional programs should students decide to pursue an associate or bachelor’s degree.

To earn a certificate of achievement, a student must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a grade of “C” or higher.

Program Learning Outcomes:

   - Summarize the basic functions, food sources, digestion and absorption of the major nutrients.

   - Analyze a menu and its preparation for nutritional adequacy and food sanitation practices.

   - Describe the nutritional requirements and health concerns of each phase of the life span.

   - Summarize the impact of food choices on exercise performance, as well as an expression of cultural, socioeconomic and geographical diversity.

   - Compare and contrast career opportunities within the nutrition, health, and wellness professions.

The commercial music – media composition certificate of achievement is composed of core music and technology courses that provide both a conceptual foundation in music theory and a technical foundation in a digital audio workstation to record, sequence, and mix music. Graduates of the commercial music – media composition program are prepared for many facets of the music and entertainment industries. Students create a portfolio of diverse compositions that demonstrate competency for such careers as film composer, music editor, film arranger, orchestrator, and more.

To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a “C” grade or higher.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Produce recorded music projects.

- Demonstrate professional behaviors required in the music industry.

- Apply vocabulary and demonstrate processes used in the protection of intellectual property rights.

- Demonstrate practical musical literacy, both theoretical and historical.

- Mix live performances in a variety of genres.

- Create a portfolio of original compositions for various ensembles/media.

Program Learning Outcomes:

   - Discuss the role the plumber plays in a safe work site.

   - Apply mathematical formulae used in plumbing.

   - Demonstrate knowledge of the hazards of cross connection in the potable water system.

   - Use the proper method to install medical gas piping.

Upon successful completion of the program, the student will have the necessary knowledge and skill for a career in residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing. Reading of blueprints, layout, estimating, installation of piping systems and fixtures, repair of supply and waste water systems are just some of the skills that will be mastered during this program.

A student is eligible for graduation with an associate in science degree after the satisfactory completion of a minimum of 60 units.

To earn an associate in science degree with a major in plumbing, students must complete each course used to meet a major requirements with a “C” grade or higher and complete general education requirements as listed in the catalog. Degree requirements can be completed by attending classes in the day, the evening, or both. Certain courses may satisfy both major and general education requirements; however, the units are only counted once. General Education Option 1 (DVC General Education) is appropriate for students who do not intend to transfer. DVC Plumbing students who intend to transfer must consult with a program advisor or counselor to ensure that the requirements for transfer to four-year institutions of their choice are met. Students who intend to transfer are advised to select either General Education Option 2 (IGETC) or Option 3 (CSU GE).

Program Learning Outcomes:

   - Discuss the role the plumber plays in a safe work site.

   - Apply mathematical formulae used in plumbing.

   - Demonstrate knowledge of the hazards of cross connection in the potable water system.

   - Use the proper method to install medical gas piping.

   - Explain the responsibilities of the many agencies, departments, and specific districts that require variances or permits for construction.

   - Demonstrate advanced worksite operations including Tdrilling, hot taps, and freeze pipe installation.

To earn a certificate of achievement in philosophy, students must complete four core courses (12 units). The certificate program courses also count towards the “major” that is required for the associate in arts degree in philosophy.

Program Learning Outcomes:

   - Use their critical thinking skills to analyze and evaluate both formally and informally, arguments and positions taken regarding various philosophical topics.

   - Compare and contrast various philosophical perspectives, both historically and in the context of larger philosophical texts.

   - Recognize and explain the integration of philosophical perspectives and ideas in selected cultural, historical, and thematic contexts.

   - Demonstrate their ability to articulate clearly in oral and written form an objective analysis of major works from the various philosophic and religious literatures.

This certificate program prepares students for employment in the dynamic field of library and information services. The skills learned in this program may be used in public, school, academic, and special and corporate libraries, as well as in archives or other jobs or businesses requiring information management skills. If you like working with people, books and information, consider a career in library technology.

To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a “C” grade or higher and maintain an overall GPA of 2.5. With department chairperson’s approval, other course substitutions are possible for use in completing the program.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to

- Explain library fundamental principles including intellectual freedom, open access, diversity, and patron privacy and confidentiality.

- Apply knowledge and skills gained through the coursework to perform library technician-level tasks.

- Describe the characteristics of libraries and the roles of libraries in a diverse, multicultural, and democratic society, and how these needs can be met.

- Apply the basic principles and standardized systems of ordering, cataloging, classifying, processing, and maintaining library mat4erials and resources.

- Demonstrate the workplace communication skills necessary to successfully interact with users and staff in the library and other information services.

- Identify and use the technologies found in the library another information services.

- Analyze information critically to draw conclusions and/ or solve problems when working with patrons, materials, and technology.

The personal training certificate program is a one-year course of study that will expose students to many facets of the fitness industry and prepares them to obtain entrylevel employment as a personal trainer. Completion of the certificate requirements will also prepare students to sit for national personal training examinations.

To earn a certificate of achievement, a student must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a grade of “C” or higher. Courses are available in the day and evening.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to

- Conduct assessment of personal fitness levels.

- Develop a conditioning program to improve conditioning levels utilizing the periodization model.

- Design a conditioning program to meet the unique needs of special populations.