The Hospitality Management Associate of Science degree 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. The coursework also provides the tools necessary for successful startup to those students wishing to open their own hospitality business. After successful completion of the associate of science degree in Hospitality Management, students may pursue a baccalaureate degree in Hospitality Management.

Technology and international commerce have redefined business in a global context. The Global Business program prepares students for careers in international business and in industries that deal with international trade and global markets. The program focuses on the dynamics of international organizations, environments, trade, language, socioeconomic and cultural forces, political and legal issues, import/export processes and regulations, and emerging global markets. Completion of the recommended electives demonstrates global competencies in international business. Elective courses provide specialized areas of study. Occupations supported by this program include import/export clerks and managers; transportation, shipping, receiving, and distribution clerks and specialists; product inspectors; market researchers; marketing assistants, planners, and managers; traffic technicians; customs workers; and other global business-related workers.

The General Automotive Technician Associate of Science degree provides students with knowledge of all operating systems in the modern automobile. A student that completes this degree will have a broad knowledge base to prepare them for a career in the automotive industry as an Automotive Engine Mechanical Technician (Heavy Line Technician), Automotive Engine Performance Diagnostics Technician, Automotive Suspension Technician, Automotive Alignment Technician, Automotive Brake Technician, or General Automotive Technician. Ideal for the small business owner, independent shop, or the dealership career‐oriented technician.  Graduates of the General Automotive Technician program will be qualified to take the related National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exams A1, A3, A4, A5 and A8.  

The Foods Associate of Science program is designed to train students for career applications in the food and hospitality industries such as cooks and food service workers in specialty restaurant operations, food and beverage service, fast foods operations, and food service in schools, day-care centers, and senior living facilities. The program also offers coursework for professional improvement. Upon completion students achieve competencies in a variety of cooking methods, professionalism, sanitation and various cuisines.

The Family and Consumer Sciences A.S. program is designed to develop the skills necessary for employment in the field of Home Economics and Human Sciences. These skills involve learning how to efficiently manage a household including safe and healthful food preparation, household and small business budgeting, as well as the basics in interior design, space planning and clothing construction and selection. Electives provide additional skills as selected in areas of fashion, sewing, weight management, and communication and relationship skills. Combined with courses such as business, journalism, television, or advertising, the Family and Consumer Sciences curriculum can also fulfill the vocational objectives of those who want to enhance their marketability in these other fields.

The FCS degree allows students employment in a variety of careers in business, industry, health and human services, and educational settings, including but not limited to independent living services, youth programs, community organizations, after-school programs, nonmedical senior care centers, programs for older adults, and self-improvement programs. Specific job titles include community or social service specialist, customer service representative, social and human service assistant, public relations specialist, store manager, youth counselor, program coordinator, and marketing specialist. Additionally, this degree prepares students for transfer into Family and Consumer Sciences majors at 4-year universities, further specializing in chosen areas of interest.

The Entrepreneurship Associate of Science degree program is designed for students who wish to emphasize entrepreneurship in their community college business studies. Completion of the Entrepreneurship Associate of Science program provides students with critical knowledge and tools for planning, launching, and operating a new business. Program completion demonstrates persistence and achievement and may support job applications. The program provides valuable preparation in proven business practices and business ownership issues, such as market focus, measures of success, and development of a clear and useful business plan. Because some of the leading causes of new business failures are poor risk management, lack of adequate capitalization, and mismanagement of resources, specific information is provided in these areas to help students make good decisions. Career paths and occupations for students with entrepreneurship skills include business development, e-commerce, finances, marketing, and management, across industries.

This program provides the skills for conducting business on the web, preparing an electronic approach, and managing an e-commerce web presence.

Complete eighteen (18) units from the following and the Associate in Science graduation requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog. If a student chooses this degree option, a plan must be developed with a counselor and placed on file prior to petitioning for graduation.

The Narrative Illustration option places its emphasis on a great variety of drawing and painting courses. The diversity of its curriculum may lead the student into career alternatives, such as Illustration for books, including children’s literature, magazines, entertainment art, editorial illustrations and corporate brochures. Students will work in hand made traditional media as well as digital art and illustrations.

Complete the Narrative Illustration Certificate of Achievement and the Associate in Science graduation requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog. Note: this AS degree may require more than 60 units for completion, depending on electives chosen.

Program Outcomes

✓ Create a series of illustrations in a variety of mediums demonstrating techniques and applications of current hands-on illustration techniques.

✓ Demonstrate proficiency in drawing, perspective, and various mediums.

✓ Create a portfolio utilizing multiple design techniques for the purpose of becoming freelance commercial artists and/or acceptance to an art college or university for advanced learning.

Students graduating with an Associate in Arts in Music for a Transfer Degree are well positioned to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in a similar major within the California State University system with 60 units of upper-division coursework. Students who complete the Music AA-T degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students must maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum 2.0 is required for CSU admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult a counselor for more information.

This degree is designed to prepare students to demonstrate competence and discipline in the study of music in all of its facets, read and audiate music, and demonstrate commitment to the serious study of music in practice and in theory, and provide comprehensive preparation for upper-division work.

Program Outcomes

✓ Demonstrate competence in the technical skills of music performance by presenting public performances of music compositions.

✓ Demonstrate ability to analyze and critique music techniques, style, and aesthetic strategies.

✓ Students will be eligible and prepared for admission (SB 1440 and Education Code 66746) to California State University system schools.