The Data Science program is primarily designed to prepare students to transfer to a data science B.S. degree at a four-year university. The prerequisite skills for entering our data science program are limited to high-school-level algebra and trigonometry; there are no other specific requirements.

The Associate in Science in Data Science can be obtained by completing the 35 unit major and general education. All courses for the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or P if taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 PLO 1: Upon completion of the A.S. in Data Science, the student should be able to effectively use modern programming languages, such as Python and R, to visualize and model large varieties and volumes of data.

🗸 PLO 2: Upon completion of the A.S. in Data Science, the student should be able to carry out analyses of large and disparate datasets, and construct models necessary for these analyses.

🗸 PLO 3: Upon completion of the A.S. in Data Science, the student should possess a solid theoretical understanding of classical statistical models and data science techniques.

The Nail Technology Program is approved by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. The program consists of Cosm 131, an intensive training course and study designed to prepare and qualify students, by completing the required number of hours and operations, to sit for the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology examination for their manicurist license.  The one semester program focuses on the theoretical foundation, practical skills, health and safety, business knowledge and professional and ethical skills needed for success in the nail industry. Students are required to complete all technical, practical, and program requirements at Solano Community College. Upon completion of this program and passing the California State Board examination students will be eligible for career placement as a manicurist/nail technician and practice under the scope of Manicurist per state board rules and regulations.

The certificate of achievement can be obtained by completing the 17-unit major. All courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Requirements for sitting for the California State Board examination:

🗸 Completion of the 10th grade or its equivalent
🗸 Be at least 17 years of age
🗸 Have a valid government-issued photographic identification

For more information; www.barbercosmo.ca.gov

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Meet the minimum requirements to sit for the California State Board of Barber and Cosmetology Manicurist license.

🗸 Exhibit entry-level skills to begin work in a spa or salon as a nail technician.

🗸 Demonstrate critical thinking skills as related to decision-making and problem-solving in the workplace.

🗸 Create and design appropriate professional and educational samples for a career portfolio.

🗸 Identify and implement measures to ensure public safety and disease prevention

The Associate in Science for Transfer is especially appropriate for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at a CSU campus. Students completing an AS-T degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept the AS-T will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree also prepares students for Computer Science degree programs at other four-year institutions, but does not come with the same guarantees. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.       (Updates Active Fall 2023)

To earn the Associate in Science in Computer Science for Transfer, students must:

1. Complete 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
    a. The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education – Breadth Requirements
    b. A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district
2. Obtain a minimum grade point average of 2.0
3. Complete all courses within the major with a minimum grade of C or P if taken on a Pass/No Pass basis

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Analyze, document and construct a solution to a problem by applying appropriate computer science concepts and ideas.

🗸 Effectively communicate solution(s).

🗸 Demonstrate their ability to program in at least one programming language.

Mathematics is a multifaceted subject of great beauty and application. Mathematics courses provide the student with a universal language used to study quantities and relationships in all fields. Through the study of mathematics, the student develops the ability to think logically and abstractly, as well as developing the problem solving and computational skills necessary for success in any field of study. 

Career/Transfer Opportunities: Career opportunities include the following: teaching, education, researcher, computer programming, and statistical analysis. 

To earn this degree students must meet the following: •Completion of 60 semester units. •Minimum overall grade point average of 2.0, •Minimum grade of “C” (or “P”) for each course in the major, and •Completion of AA/AS General Education, IGETC or CSU GE-Breadth.

Program Learning Outcomes

✔ Solve mathematical problems using techniques appropriate to the level of study

✔ Solve applied problems using mathematical methods appropriate to the level of study.

✔ Apply technology to analyze and solve mathematical problems.

This program is designed to prepare the student for employment as a website designer or developer. Career Opportunities: Web Designer Web Development Motion Graphic/Animation Video Editor Print Designer.

The Associate in Science Degree may be obtained by completing the 22.5-unit major, general education, and electives as needed to complete a minimum of 60 units. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C or better or a P if the course is taken on a pass-no pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Upon completion of the Web Design and Development program students will be able to produce functional web pages replete with responsive web elements.

🗸 Properly use design elements and an HTML editor in creating web pages.

🗸 Develop a project incorporating CSS, search forms, tables, photo galleries, shared borders, themes, interactive components, dynamic web pages and publish to a server.

🗸 Create web elements for print design and production.

🗸 Create and edit production quality animation and video  

This option is designed to prepare the student for employment as a microcomputer applications specialist.

The Associate in Science Degree may be obtained by completing the 30-unit major, general education requirements, and electives as needed to complete a minimum of 60 units. All courses in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Understand Visual Basic programming.

🗸 Demonstrate knowledge of application software such as word processing, spread sheets, personal information management, database, operating systems, and networking, presentation and html editors.

🗸 Use effective oral and written communication.   

This program offers comprehensive study of child development, strategies for child guidance, techniques for effective classroom interaction with emphasis on the child in the context of family and culture, and curriculum that enhances the development of the whole child. The Child Development and Family Studies Department is a participant in the Curriculum Alignment Project (CAP). A key effort of the Curriculum Alignment Project is to facilitate the transfer of the courses below as an integrated course of study promoting access to ongoing education and degree attainment. These courses will easily transfer between many California State Universities. The CAP courses include: CDFS 038, CDFS 050, CDFS 053, CDFS 054 (or NUTR 054), CDFS 062, CDFS 063, CDFS 064, and CDFS 065.

The Associate in Science degree can be obtained by completing the 35-unit major, general education requirements, and electives as needed to complete a minimum of 60 units. All courses in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or P taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Demonstrate reflective practice in their work with young children by building awareness of self as teacher, child as learner, and early childhood pedagogy.

🗸 Develop curriculum and early care environments that are derived from unbiased observation and assessment of children's interests and developmental levels.

🗸 Implement techniques that strengthen home and school partnerships in order to gain an ecological perspective of children's development

🗸 Demonstrate an understanding of child development theory, current research, and trends in the field, and their application to responsive practice in early care setting

This program prepares students for licensing as a Barber. The Barbering program requires 1000 hours of comprehensive training in all facets of the Barbering Industry. Courses focus on theoretical fundamentals, practical manipulative skills, business knowledge, career development in the field, and the professional and ethical training needed for licensing through the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. Prepared with excellent entry-level and some advanced skills, students are able to work in many facets of the Barbering industry. Skyline College's Barbering program is approved by: California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Complete 1000 hours in the Barbering Program.

- Successfully pass the California State Board Barbering written exam.

- Identify career and continuing educational options in the Barbering industry and plan actions towards achieving those goals and objectives.

- Critically consider, analyze and research special issues in Barbering and their effects on society.

- Recognize the importance of and practice ethical behavior in a professional work setting, both within the workforce and within the community.

- Demonstrate Barbering applied efforts.

This program prepares graduates to work in the biotechnology industry as production technicians. A production technician operates and maintains the equipment used to manufacture protein pharmaceuticals or other products.

Students will grow bacterial, yeast, and mammalian cells and recover the proteins that they produce. They will follow good manufacturing practices by maintaining records in order to comply with quality assurance procedures and government regulations. Students in the program must be able to adjust their time to a flexible schedule.

The Associate in Science Degree can be obtained upon completion of the 22-24 unit major, general education requirements and electives as needed to complete a minimum of 60 units. All courses in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Explain how the manufacture of pharmaceuticals is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration and other international regulatory agencies and how quality systems assure the safety, purity, identity, consistency, potency, and stability of a product.

🗸 Explain how the structure and function of protein pharmaceuticals and evaluate which protein properties a production facility can exploit to purify a particular protein from other cellular components.

🗸 In preparation to working at a biotechnology company, a successful student should be able to construct a pathway analyzing how a drug or biologic is produced by genetically engineered cells and subsequently purified.

Practical and theoretical knowledge in basic maintenance techniques, plus the special requirements of powerplant work. Upon satisfactory completion of the required courses, the student is eligible to take the Federal Aviation Administration written, oral, and practical examination for powerplant license.

An Associate in Science Degree can be obtained upon completion of the units required for the 41-unit Powerplant major and general education requirements.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires 1150 hours (four full semesters) of instruction to complete the Powerplant curriculum. All courses in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Have a working knowledge to inspect, maintain, service and repair aircraft electrical, engine (piston and turbine), hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and other aircraft components specified by Federal Aviation Regulation Part 147.

🗸 Obtain the knowledge and skills to pass oral, practical and written Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in general and powerplant subjects.

🗸 Demonstrate proficient, entry-level aviation maintenance skills in powerplant with emphasis on aircraft propellers, engines and systems.