This CRC program has been developed to prepare individuals for employment in building inspection. Graduates may be employed by contractors, government agencies, architects, finance companies and developers.

A wide variety of employment opportunities exist in the fast-growing construction industry in the Sacramento Valley.

HIGHLIGHTS

*Field trips to a variety of construction sites to study inspection technologies and code interpretations (Instructor Option)

*Association with instructors who are county and city building officials and inspectors

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

🗸 Interpret the model building codes: Interpret the model building codes and summarize the origins and evolution of building codes in this country. Identify the origin and organization of the model building codes. Interpret code requirements for plans, permits and inspections. Diagnose code compliance with a minimum of 80% accuracy, congruent with industry certification. (PSLO 1)

🗸 Analyze a set of construction drawings to determine completeness/code compliance: Analyze a set of construction drawings to determine completeness and code compliance. Develop a thorough understanding of the organization and purpose of construction drawings. Recognize deficiencies in a set of construction drawings submitted for plan review. (PSLO 2)

🗸 Develop skills and competencies: Develop skills and competencies for effective and competitive workforce performance. (PSLO 3)

🗸 Apply specific and measurable career and /or workforce learning objectives: Apply specific and measurable career and/or workforce learning objective through classroom study and independent assignments. (PSLO 4)

🗸 Ensure that the program is consistent with the college SLO’s: Ensure that the program is consistent with the college SLO’s and is providing the students and community with a valuable and meaningful service. (PSLO 5)

Career Information

Building Inspector; Plan Checker; Construction Supervisor; Foreman; Construction Management; Government Building Official. Some career options may require more than two years of college study. Classes beyond the associate degree may be required to fulfill some career options or for preparation for transfer to a university program.

This certificate builds upon a previous background in the use of microcomputer application programs as evidenced by the student previously completing the Information Processing Technician certificate. As the student advances in an office-related career path, technical expertise in all aspects of information processing is expected. In addition to advanced software courses in spreadsheet or database management, this certificate also provides the student with hands-on training in hardware support and maintenance.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ design, implement, manage, and evaluate data management systems involving custom macros to solve complex business problems.

✔ analyze and integrate data from various application programs for individual and group on-the-job projects.

✔ set up, test, and implement complex macros and scripts for on-the-job usage.

✔ explain the use of basic hardware components and their organization, installation, and repair of microcomputers.

✔ evaluate different hardware and software specification standards and implement problem-solving strategies or techniques using various diagnostic tools.

✔ analyze on-the-job needs, identify software and hardware related problems, and effectively communicate solutions to end users.

Front-end Web Developers are proficient at creating website structure with some interactivity. Emphasis is on learning HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and UI/UX (user interface/user experience) design.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ manage a multi-level website hosted on a Web server.

✔ utilize multiple programs simultaneously in order to develop websites.

✔ research and implement current, valid World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) standards, including W3C Accessibility Standards.

✔ plan a structured approach to website development that identifies the information dissemination needs of a client and organizes the content effectively and 
✔ efficiently in order to communicate to an identified audience and then develop and implement an appropriate Web solution.

✔ write HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code in the currently used version.

✔ utilize client-side scripting in order to manipulate interactive objects like navigation bars, forms, rollovers, other event handling, and the control of windows, frames, and layers.

✔ create composite images that demonstrate visual design concepts of scale, rhythm, and balance.

✔ construct images utilizing selections, layers, masks, adjustment layers, and blending modes.

✔ demonstrate the use of current technologies and processes of user interface and responsive website design.

✔ conceive and design effective website wireframes, navigation, user interfaces, and Web page prototypes.

✔ describe the relationship between user-centered design concepts, user interface (UI) design, user experience (UX) design, and usability testing.

This Data Science certificate is designed for students who aspire to master the essential knowledge and skills required for data storage, analysis, discovery, visualization, and application, model building, and machine learning. Students will learn to derive value from data and apply data science and analytics techniques to make effective data-driven decisions in a multicultural society.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ explain how big data is useful in business or career.

✔ demonstrate understanding of the five Vs of big data (volume, velocity, variety, veracity, and value).

✔ evaluate the core concepts behind big data problems, applications, and systems.

✔ analyze big data using statistical methods and techniques.

✔ apply big data analytics techniques for effective data-driven decision-making in a multicultural society.

This certificate prepares IT professionals to apply knowledge and experience in network security, risk management, intrusion detection, remediation, and digital forensics to safeguard infrastructure and secure data and business operations. Courses deliver proven methods for information security using software analysis techniques, and networking strategies to prevent, detect, and mitigate cyber attacks. This program also provides preparation for several nationally recognized, high demand certifications in the field of Cybersecurity.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ define best practices for configuring cyber defense and countermeasures.

✔ analyze security risks mitigation processes to identify, evaluate, prioritize, and prevent potential security threats.

✔ prioritize and establish a disaster recovery plan for the enterprise.

✔ design organizational plans for securing data while maintaining the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) of the information transmitted over communication networks.

✔ explain how security principles and cyber defense concepts impact organizational policies and practices.

✔ analyze applicable laws and policies to legally protect the organization against security incidents.

✔ develop security incident response plans that align to an organization’s security goals and objectives and maintain business continuity.

✔ design organizational plans for securing data while maintaining the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) of the information transmitted over communication networks.

✔ Execute Linux system commands from either a keyboard or a shell script using correct command syntax.

The Computer Science program is designed for students preparing for careers in systems analysis and software development. It provides the lower division transfer foundation in programming languages, databases, and operating systems.

Transfer Information:

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor's degree in this major, it is critical that you meet with an SCC counselor to select and plan courses for your major. Schools vary widely in terms of the required preparation.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ analyze development projects.

✔ build a project while utilizing the project development model.

✔ manage a programming project, both individually and as a member of a team, from initial concept through design, programming, debugging, testing, and deployment.

✔ evaluate a program to determine how it will meet the needs of its intended audience.

✔ use a database to store data associated with programs written in a programming language.

✔ design, write, test, debug, and implement computer programs in a structured language, a low-level language, an object-oriented language, or scripting language.

✔ create programs utilizing a variety of programming environments.

This program provides basic cyber operations knowledge of internal and external threats to information assets, compliance requirements, risk management, disaster recovery, and computer forensics. It also provides preparation for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) Security+ exam. Course work completed for this certificate will also apply to the Computer Information Science certificate and degree.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ describe the fundamental concepts of the cyber security discipline and use them to provide system security.

✔ describe the steps in performing digital forensics from the initial recognition of an incident through the steps of evidence gathering, preservation and analysis, through the completion of legal proceedings.

✔ assess the effectiveness of a security program and the impact of legal and regulatory standards on a given system.

✔ develop contingency plans for various size organizations to include: business continuity, disaster recovery and incident response.

✔ analyze risk and responsibilities for the handling of data 1) with respect to technology, 2) with respect to individuals, and 3) with respect to auditing issues, and recommend appropriate responses.

✔ evaluate the effectiveness of applications of cybersecurity in preventing crime and abuse.

✔ compare and contrast different types of standards including: laws, regulations, policies, voluntary, and framework-based standards.

This certificate prepares IT professionals to apply knowledge and experience in the fundamentals of architecture, deployment, management and operations on leading cloud computing platforms. This Cloud Computing Certificate includes course work in key areas: networking fundamentals, fundamentals of cloud computing, cloud deployment and infrastructure management, cloud database technologies, cloud networking and security, server support concepts, Linux, and scripting languages. This certificate also provides preparation for a variety of industry recognized certification exams.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ install, configure, and support industry standard client/server operating systems.

✔ install, configure, and support network devices.

✔ define cloud concepts, services, security, architecture, pricing, and support.

✔ configure and implement a cloud environment for high availability.

✔ develop scripting for IT infrastructure automation.

✔ deploy, configure and support services in a cloud environment.

✔ solve problems and troubleshoot cloud operations.

The Advanced CISCO Networking Certificate recognizes the advanced skills needed for job enhancement and promotion in today’s networking and Internet environment. It focuses on advanced knowledge and skills required for supervisory, management, and troubleshooting computer network operations. It prepares students for promotional positions in computer network design.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ develop best practices for configuring scalable Internet Protocol addresses.

✔ construct and configure complex access control lists.

✔ design and test edge router connectivity into a Border Gateway Protocol network.

✔ evaluate and implement advanced multilayer switching configuration.

This curriculum is designed for students who are interested in obtaining skills necessary for the repair of small engines used in industry, home maintenance, landscape maintenance and recreation.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

🗸 Recognize electronic principles and how they relate to particular automotive systems.

🗸 Perform the necessary repair procedure for a certain set electrical/electronic diagnostic problems.

🗸 Diagnose small engine operation concerns.

🗸 Assess and repair small engine systems.

🗸 Understand theory and operation of electronic fuel injection.

🗸 Demonstrate the ability to repair electronic fuel injection systems.