The Electronic Assembly and Fabrication Certificate is intended to prepare students to enter the electronics field as assembly and fabrication technicians. The program provides a series of courses to meet the needs of industry in assembly, soldering skills, cable and connector fabrication, and fabrication techniques for both through-hole and surface mount devices (SMD). Electronic fundamentals (test instruments, basic electrical measurements, color-codes, schematic symbols, device outlines, datasheets, etc.) are provided in the introductory courses. Foundational surface mount technology (SMT) soldering skills are taught with a culmination in the J-STD-001 Certified IPC Application Specialist (CIS) certificate which focuses on the knowledge and hand skills employees need to produce high-quality soldered interconnections from consumer- to aerospace-electronics industry standards.

NOTE: This certificate is not transcripted and is not eligible for Financial Aid.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Select and operate electronic test and manufacturing equipment during measurement and assembly operations, with an emphasis on safety, lab cleanliness, equipment care and maintenance, and accuracy in results.

- Evaluate schematic diagrams, Bill of Materials (BOM), and PCB layout diagrams to manufacture an electronic product to completion.

- Prepare and install through-hole and SMD parts onto printed circuit assemblies, meeting aerospace-electronics industry specifications in accordance with the IPC J-STD-001 standard.

- Effectively communicate with and advise customers and co-workers, both written and orally, regarding the progress of and decisions made concerning test and repair procedures.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Analyze major developmental milestones and various theoretical frameworks that relate to early care and education to demonstrate an understanding of the importance of the early years as well as the many influences on development.

- Identify best teaching and care practices and the components of early childhood settings, curriculum, and teaching strategies to increase child growth and competence.

- Assess the interrelationship of child, family, and community and how educational, political, and socioeconomic factors directly impact the lives of children and families.
 

This non-credit certificate provides students with review and remediation of the math skills necessary for transfer-level coursework in STEM majors in addition to teaching key aspects of college success in math courses. Students will learn the math competencies necessary for success in their current math courses.

Student Learning Outcomes

- Solve equations with algebraic and transcendental functions.

- Use algebraic and transcendental functions to model real-world applications.

- Analyze the qualitative behavior of graphs of various algebraic and transcendental functions.

- Utilize study skill techniques specific to math success.

An Early Childhood Education Certificate will be granted upon completion of the required number of units of coursework. A grade of C or better is required in all of the courses used to satisfy the requirements for the certificate. ECE 670: Cooperative Education in ECE is strongly recommended for those students planning to work in early childhood settings. Completion of the certificate requirements qualifies students as teachers in child care and development programs operating under Title 22, (non-state-funded programs) and/or for an Assistant or Associate Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. This permit is required of all assistant and associate teachers working in child care and development programs operating under Title 5, (state-funded programs). A minimum of 50% of the ECE units must be taken at Skyline College in order to receive the ECE Certificate from Skyline.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Analyze major developmental milestones and various theoretical frameworks that relate to early care and education to demonstrate an understanding of the importance of the early years as well as the many influences on development.

- Identify best teaching and care practices and the components of early childhood settings, curriculum, and teaching strategies to increase child growth and competence.
- Assess the interrelationship of child, family, and community and how educational, political, and socioeconomic factors directly impact the lives of children and families.

The Certificate of Achievement in Smart Manufacturing Technology program at Ohlone provides entry-level manufacturing technicians with the relevant knowledge and skills for the Smart Manufacturing industry in the 21st century. The certificate provides students with knowledge and skills of Smart Manufacturing processes, Safety in Industry, Industrial Internet of Things, and troubleshooting techniques. Students earning this certificate can progress and achieve the Associate in Science in Smart Manufacturing Technology.

Student Learning Outcomes

- Apply basic scientific and engineering principles to solve problems in the manufacturing industry.

- Demonstrate ability to work in a team on a project.

- Operate relevant Smart Manufacturing Equipment such as Smart CNC Machines, Industrial Robotic Arms, Smart Factories, and Mechatronic Systems.

The Certificate of Achievement in Project Management prepares students with the necessary skills required to successfully manage a project and to prepare for the PMP® or CAPM® certification exams. Topics covered include project integration, scope, cost management, software tools, project control, human resource management, risk management, quality management, procurement management, communications management and PMP®/CAPM® test preparation. 

Career/Transfer Opportunities: Career Opportunities include the following: Project Control Specialist, Business Analyst, Junior Project Manager, Facilities Planner, IT Project Manager, Finance Project Manager, Risk Manager, Assistant Construction Project Manager and Software Project Manager.

Program Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate the project life cycles and processes in the application of a project.

✔ Identify and describe the 10 Project Management Knowledge areas with key inputs/outputs, tools and techniques.

✔ Students will apply project management skills and strategies to various business situations.

✔ Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

✔ Students will communicate accurately and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, customers, co-workers, employees and supervisors in the workplace.

The Certificate of Achievement - Project Coordinator offers a multi-discipline program of business, computer application and communication courses. This program includes a comprehensive internship that provides students with on the job training in the field of project management. This certificate will lead students to an entry level position in project management. Students learn technical and innovative skills in utilizing project software, presenting their ideas in front of an audience, working within different organizational structures, scheduling, budgeting, and other tools which assure that project work yields the desired business results in professional services such as Information Technology, Construction, Manufacturing, Finance, Health Care and other fields. 

Career/Transfer Opportunities: There are a number of opportunities including: Project Coordinator, Junior Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager and Associate Project Manager.

Program Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Students will apply the project management techniques, skills and tools to successfully complete a project on schedule, within budget and meet the customer's objectives.
🗸 Students will display their written and oral communication skills with a variety of audiences.
🗸 Students will identify, analyze and solve business problems utilizing several different software packages (MS Project, MS Excel).

This certificate program will provide students with an opportunity to develop their entrepreneurial skills with an understanding of accounting, marketing, finance, leadership, business law, and management as they relate to business ownership. Graduates of this program will seek employment as business owners, freelancers, and consultants in areas such as the arts, accounting, hospitality, music, information technology and programming. 

Career/Transfer Opportunities: Career Opportunities include the following: Business Owner, Art Freelancer, Music Freelancer, Financial Service Professional, Business Development Lead, Software Programmer and B2B Account Manager.

Program Learning Outcomes

✔ Identify and describe the entrepreneurship fundamentals in the various disciplines (i.e. Finance, Marketing, Law..)

✔ Develop a business plan before launching a business venture.

✔ Evaluate the feasibility of a business concept in the current local market along with its strengths and weaknesses.

This non-credit certificate provides students with review and remediation of the math skills necessary for transfer-level coursework in non-STEM majors in addition to teaching key aspects of college success in math courses. Students will learn the math competencies necessary for success in their current math courses.

Student Learning Outcomes

- Choose and apply the correct mathematical formula to solve a real-world problem.

- Utilize study skill techniques specific to math success.

This certificate program is designed to prepare students interested in the field of management. The electives offered are broad so that a student, depending on their interest, may focus on a subset of management. Graduates of the program will seek management positions in different fields such as Finance, Manufacturing, Information Systems, Marketing, Retail and Human Resources. Students learn skills such as leading cross functional teams, applying employee empowerment, identifying the importance ethical leadership, utilizing electronic communication technology and the impact of organizational staffing. This certificate prepares students for the challenges that managers will face in working in today's diverse, technology-driven, and continuously changing business environment. 

Career/Transfer Opportunities include the following: Entry level management positions, marketing and management Trainees and business development associates. Depending on which electives students choose, the program also satisfies some of the lower-division course requirements for transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a degree in Business.

Program Learning Outcomes

✔ Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information-based approach.

✔ Effectively communicate solutions to business problems, using appropriate language and tools and demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.

✔ Develop and exhibit high standards of professional practice, demonstrating awareness of ethical and social responsibilities in today’s multicultural, team-oriented, rapidly-changing global environment.