The Logistics and Physical Distribution Associate of Science degree prepares students to manage and coordinate logistical functions in an enterprise, ranging from acquisitions to receiving and handling, through internal allocation of resources to operations units, to the handling and delivery of output. Topics include integrated Supply Chain Management (SCM), demand planning, logistics, transportation and distribution systems, supply management, warehousing, inventory management, order fulfillment, and customer service.

 

Among the jobs supported by this program are assistants, clerks, supervisors, and managers of acquisitions and purchasing, inventory control, storage and handling, just-in-time manufacturing and distribution, logistics planning, shipping and delivery, transportation, quality control, resource estimation and allocation, and budgeting.

The Human Resources Associate of Science Degree prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed for careers in the high-demand field of human resource management in a rapidly changing world of business. Potential areas of employment include managers, specialists, analysts, officers, and other positions related to compensation, administrative services, performance management, talent and recruitment, retention, benefits, training and employee or leadership development, employee advocacy and labor relations, staffing, strategic HR management, organizational development (OD), risk, OSHA, and others.

The associate degree in dance is designed for students who are preparing to transfer and/or audition for admission into a dance program at a four-year institution while also completing lower division transfer requirements, and/or combining educational goals with other fields with dance. The major concentrates on developing the student’s technical ability to at least the intermediate level in modern and ballet. Studies in dance science such as conditioning and correct, and GYROKINESIS® help to secure longevity and marketability in the dance field by educating students on how to optimize technical abilities while simultaneously minimizing potential injuries. Students also complete courses in choreography, dance history, and performance to develop their awareness of dance artistry. In addition, the curriculum requirements include options of other dance technique courses in jazz, tap, ballroom, Hip Hop, Middle Eastern, African dance, and Improvisation to help create a well-rounded dancer. Many of the courses for the AA degree are directly transferable into the dance major program at transfer institutions.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

🗸 Analyze, evaluate, and correlate various dance vocabulary, observations of dance performances, artistic and/or historical concepts and movement principles.

🗸 Gain an increased aesthetic awareness and appreciation of the arts from a critical point of view.

🗸 Gain an increase in technical proficiency as well as improved application of dance science so as to reduce potential injuries.

The certificate of achievement in commercial dance is designed for students seeking professional dance opportunities in the entertainment field. This comprehensive program trains the student in a variety of dance techniques coupled with vocal and acting courses.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

🗸 Develop personal disciplines essential to competent public performance, including choreography retention and interpretation, preparation and development of technique requirements, spatial appraisal and adjustments, and performance preparation.

The Computer Science Department in the School of Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering conducts a program designed for students who are developing computer programming skills in preparation for transfer to a four-year college or university. Courses are intended to meet the needs of students at various levels of competence, from the novice to the expert. The department acquaints students with the presently available methods of computer science that are useful in solving problems of science, industry, and government; prepares students for the additional formal education and self-education required in this ever-developing field; and fosters students’ abilities to solve computer science problems. This degree differs from the AS-T in Computer Science because it offers a more general program in computer science that prepares students for transfer to University of California campuses, private and out-of-state universities.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

🗸 Analyze a problem and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.

🗸 Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.

🗸 Design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.

The Computer Science Department in the School of Mathematics and Computer Science conducts a program designed for students who are developing computer programming skills in preparation for professional careers and/or transfer to a four-year college or university. Courses are intended to meet the needs of students at various levels of competence, from the novice to the expert. The department acquaints students with the presently available methods of computer science that are useful in solving problems of science, industry, and government; prepares students for the additional formal education and self-education required in this ever-developing field; and fosters students’ abilities to solve computer science problems.

The Associate in Science in Computer Science for Transfer Degree (AS-T in Computer Science) was developed to align IVC courses to the Transfer Model Curriculum in Computer Science to meet the requirements of SB 1440. This degree was designed as a pathway for students to transfer to any of the participating CSU campuses that offer a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

🗸 Analyze a problem and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.

🗸 Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.

The primary purpose of the web authoring program is to prepare students for employment-and to maintain state-of-the-art skills of workers already employed-in California’s rapidly expanding web authoring industry. This comprehensive program offers an integrated approach to meet current and expanding market demand. Potential career options include Web Designer, Web Master, and Web Developer.
 

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

🗸 Apply computing techniques to solve common business problems, to manipulate and interpret data, and to disseminate the data, methodology, analysis, and results.

The primary purpose of the web authoring program is to prepare students for employment-and to maintain state-of-the-art skills of workers already employed-in California’s rapidly expanding web authoring industry. This comprehensive program offers an integrated approach to meet current and expanding job market demand. Potential career options include Web Designer, Web Master, and Web Developer.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

🗸 Apply computing techniques to solve common business problems, to manipulate and interpret data, and to disseminate the data, methodology, analysis, and results.

This Information Technology degree introduces computers, networking, and cybersecurity skills, and prepares students to enter the workforce as an entry-level information communications technologies professional (Computer User Support Specialist or Computer Network Support Specialist). The program is designed to meet the needs of students who want 1) to obtain entry level employment; 2) to advance in their current positions; or 3) to change careers. This program enables students to demonstrate specialization in areas such as computer technical support and networking. Successful completion of this program prepares students to take certification exams offered by third parties such as CompTIA’s A+ (CIM 110), Network+ (CIM 181), Linux+ (CIM 161), and prepares students for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Exam (CIM 181, 182, 283).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

🗸 Apply fundamental knowledge of computing and the current use of technology techniques, skills and tools necessary for the computing practice.

🗸 Demonstrate the ability to locate, critically evaluate, and solve business problems with technology solutions using qualitative and quantitative information.

🗸 Demonstrate a fundamental ability to identify and analyze user needs in the selection, creation, evaluation, and administration of computer-based systems.

🗸 Provide information technology technical assistance to computer and network users.

🗸 Demonstrate appreciation of the IT career field and the need to be a lifelong learner.

The Associate in Science in Hospitality Management for Transfer prepares individuals for transfer to CSU Hospitality Management Bachelor of Science programs. This program is dedicated to preparing students with the skills necessary to successfully transfer. The program offers comprehensive coursework that encompasses the diverse hospitality industry. Students will obtain skills in the operational and legal aspects of hospitality management and supervision, food and beverage operations, cost control, event and catering management, human resources, marketing, and support operations. Emphasis is on guest service strategies, ethical considerations, effective communication, critical thinking, leadership standards, and teamwork. The program combines classroom and laboratory instruction providing students with well‐rounded preparation in the hospitality industry. Students completing the program will be prepared for a career in the hospitality industry as entry‐level hotel, motel and restaurant managers, food and beverage managers, event, banquet and catering professionals, resort managers and human resource administrators.