This certificate will enable a graduate to obtain jobs working as a video/film editor’s assistant, sound mixer, or visual effects assistant.

Does NOT require completion of core courses.

This certificate will enable a graduate to obtain jobs working with graphic designers preparing content and printing brochures, posters, catalogs, books, and other advertising materials.

Does NOT require completion of core courses.

This certificate will enable a graduate to obtain jobs maintaining web sites or assisting web designer/developer.

Does NOT require completion of core courses.

The Chabot College Architecture Program is a well-established program that prepares students to transfer into architecture programs at 4-year universities. Students may complete the program by earning an Associate of Arts (AA) or an Associate of Science (AS) degree in Architecture, Certificate of Achievement in Architecture Technology, or transfer without a degree. Our program provides upgraded Building Information Modeling (B.I.M) computer labs and drafting studios with state-of-the-art computer drafting software for students to complete. Required courses cover design, drafting, building code, construction materials, interior design, graphics, 3-D modeling, urban design and landscape architecture.

Career Opportunities

This certificate of achievement is designed to prepare students for employment with Architects, Landscape Architects, Developers, Interior Designers, General Contractors, Building Material Specification, Historic Preservation, Government Agencies, Civil Engineer and Structure Engineer. It is also designed as basic coursework for transferring into advanced degree programs in architecture and related fields.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Develop computer rendering and drafting skills.

- Develop advanced presentation skills in 3D forms and posters.

- Incorporate Uniform Building Code requirements and City regulations to residential

- Use different materials such as wood, truss, steel, masonry, and concrete to apply to structural systems.

This certificate will enable a graduate to obtain jobs preparing graphics, touching up photos, and working with other artwork for print, video, animation, or web use.

Does NOT require completion of core courses.

This degree or certificate of achievement will enable a graduate to obtain jobs as a web designer, web architect, information designer, webmaster; CD-ROM, DVD, or video game designer/developer.

Program Learning Outcomes:

After completing this option you will be able to:

- Analyze requirements and proposals for an interactive project

- Describe the relationship of content elements and synthesize aesthetic interactive projects such as video games, web sites, CD/DVD, educational multimedia, or interactive TV in line with current theories in human cognition.

This degree or certificate of achievement will enable a graduate to obtain jobs as a digital audio/video editor, web streaming media producer, podcast specialist, videographer, or sound designer for games, animation, or film/video.

Program Learning Outcomes:

After completing this option a student will be able to:

- Create and produce time-based visual art and sound.

- Analyze project definitions (including scripts or storyboards) in order to (using digital technology) creatively and logically edit video; design sound and motion graphics for broadcast or to be incorporated into web sites, CD/DVDs, video/film, video games, or cell phones.

The Certificate of Achievement in Law Enforcement provides POSTcertified basic law enforcement training and satisfies the entry-level training requirement for California peace officers, as specified in Commission Regulation 1005. It prepares students for entry-level peace officer positions in local and state law enforcement agencies. The comprehensive coursework, taught by experienced law enforcement and legal professionals, combines career competencies and technical skills with real-world knowledge. Course topics include leadership, professionalism and ethics, the criminal justice system, community relations, criminal law, investigative report writing, crime scene investigation, forensics, information systems, cultural diversity/ bias and procedural justice.

Candidates must meet state minimums and be at least 20 years of age at application and 21 years of age by academy graduation. Candidates must also be US citizens or have an accepted application for US citizenship in progress. All coursework and training occur at the Alameda County Sheriff’s Regional Training Center. For additional eligibility and program requirements, please visit www.chabotcollege.edu/academics/applied-technologybusiness/admj/alameda-county-sheriffs-academy.php.

Career Opportunities

Upon recommendation by the ADMJ Advisory Board (consisting of industry professionals) the Law Enforcement certificate prepares students for an entry-level career as a Peace Officer in the state of California, Deputy Sheriff, State Trooper, Border Patrol Agent, Fish and Game Warden, as well as a Special jurisdiction Police Officer, including public college and university police forces and public school district police. The certificate also supports careers as criminal investigator, detective, and supervisory positions. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, law enforcement has a projected growth rate of 5% and the median annual salary for a police officer in California is $63,380.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Develop the analytical thinking and professional skills necessary to work as a peace officer, including the application of procedures and techniques of law enforcement, criminal law, patrol procedures, cultural diversity, investigative procedures, report writing, defensive tactics, firearms, leadership, ethics, community policing, police vehicle operations, traffic enforcement, accident investigation, emotional well-being and first aid/CPR.

- Ability to apply to police agencies as a qualified peace officer, having satisfied the requirements set by the Commission on Peace Officer Standard Training for the state of California.

- Identify and apply principles of nutrition, stress, fitness and overall wellness based on a peace officer work schedule.

The Certificate in Community and Organizational Leadership is an interdisciplinary, multi-course program that examines the meanings, values, practices, and institutions of leadership. The certificate integrates a commitment to personal and professional development; including understanding influence through interpersonal communication skills, leading effective teams, resolving conflict, and creating a positive learning organizational culture. The integration of these skills within the administration of the justice system will result in more effective professional and community interactions and provides students with the framework, skills, and knowledge to effectively lead and drive change.

Career Opportunities

The Certificate in Community and Organizational Leadership assists students seeking jobs in the administration of justice field, as well as those currently seeking to professionally advance. The certificate supports positions in law enforcement, such as Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers, Probation Officers, Detectives and Criminal Investigators, First-Line Supervisors, and more. It also supports advancement in probation, corrections, court administration, and professional non-profit and community-based organizations involved with the justice field (e.g. engaging in consulting, research, organizational development, and advocacy in the fields of juvenile and criminal justice, youth development, and violence prevention).

Program Learning Outcomes

- Develop analytical thinking and professional skills to formulate new leadership strategies and ways of exercising leadership, whether in a position of authority or just one member of a group;

- Identify biases in judgment and incorporate structured decision-making techniques empirically shown to enhance decision-making;

- Identify the relationship between leadership and authority and methods of building community through the application of leadership

This certificate of achievement will enable a graduate to obtain jobs as a digital photographer, animator, or graphic designer/ artist for computer games, motion graphics, the web, CD-ROMs, DVDs, and digital print.

Program Learning Outcome:

- Analyze the relationship of aesthetics, content, user needs and/or interactivity of projects suitable for implementing and using digital media or order to synthesize a design, produce development guidelines incorporating techniques such as storyboards and flow charts and render their design using good design principles and contemporary digital technology.

- Be able to perform and communicate ideas within a team environment and contribute significant work related to their option area of study.

- After completing this option you will demonstrate an ability to use Digital Media technology and concepts to design, produce, and integrate aesthetically pleasing 2D/3D visual and animated material for film, video, web pages, CD/ DVDs, video games or digital print.