This degree provides the theory and skills necessary for entry into the biotechnology field, which uses cellular and molecular processes for industry or research. Course work includes practical laboratory skills with emphasis on good laboratory practice, quality control, and regulatory issues in the biotechnology workplace. Completion of the degree also prepares the student for transfer at the upper division level to academic programs involving biotechnology.
This degree prepares the student for entry-level work in the bioscience industry in the areas of research and development, production, clinical testing, and diagnostic work. Potential employers include biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, as well as laboratories in hospitals, government, and universities.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  apply biological and chemical concepts to biotechnology research and its practical applications.
✔  demonstrate biotechnology laboratory procedures involving protein and DNA techniques, cell culture methods, and solution preparation.
✔  design and interpret experiments involving biotechnology laboratory procedures.
✔  evaluate biotechnology laboratory practices in the context of good laboratory practice, quality control, and regulatory issues.
✔  analyze biotechnology data using mathematical and statistical methods.
✔  integrate laboratory skills and theory into job-related tasks in the biotechnology workplace.
✔  appraise social and ethical issues related to advances in biotechnology research and its practical applications.

The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer degree provides students with a major that fulfills the general requirements of the California State University for transfer. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system. The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer (AS-T) degree may be obtained by the completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program outlined below (earning a C or better in these courses) and (b) the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (IGETC-STEM).

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  apply the scientific method: define problems clearly, construct testable hypotheses, design and execute appropriate experiments, analyze data, and justify appropriate conclusions.
✔  demonstrate knowledge of scientific terminology and interpret principle concepts of biology.
✔  demonstrate content knowledge, laboratory skills, and study skills to be successful at a four-year institution.
✔  record and analyze data using appropriate laboratory skills and instrumentation.
✔  assemble and critically evaluate technical information from the scientific literature.
✔  apply safe laboratory practices.
✔  work effectively in groups, as leaders or team members, to solve problems and interact productively with a diverse group of peers.
✔  demonstrate awareness of the role of biology in contemporary societal and global issues.

This program prepares students for entry-level positions in the automotive industry with emphasis on alternative fuel and electric vehicle drive systems and complete automotive systems diagnosis and repair. It covers the various technologies used in the alternative fuel and electric vehicles of today. Major emphasis is on electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, and fuel cell technology. Alternative fuels such as compressed natural gas and biodiesel are also covered. It prepares students for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications A-2 through A-8, L-3, and F-1.
Alternative fuels is an emerging career field that is rapidly growing. This certificate prepares automotive technology students for entrance into this field, from servicing alternative fuels vehicles to developing alternative fuels technology. Additional career opportunities are likely as the industry continues to grow.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  demonstrate basic automotive system service procedures on alternative fuels vehicles.
✔  describe different alternative fuels vehicle designs.
✔  describe the process of making biodiesel.
✔  analyze electrical and electronic components and identify failures.
✔  use automotive test equipment such as digital multimeters and scan tools.
✔  demonstrate high voltage system disable procedures on hybrid electric vehicles.
✔  apply algebraic and mathematical concepts essential to advancement in the automotive industry.
✔  operate equipment and tools safely.
✔  assess, adjust, test, and diagnose components/system malfunctions.
✔  locate, download, and analyze technical manuals from the Internet, digital, and text sources.
✔  analyze, diagnose, and repair automotive electrical and electronic systems to ASE performance level.
✔  assemble a basic electric vehicle operating system.

This program prepares students for entry-level positions in the automotive industry with emphasis on engine management systems, emission controls, and complete automotive systems diagnosis and repair. It prepares students for all nine Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications including Advanced Engine Performance (L-1). This program also fulfills the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) requirements for California State Smog Check Inspector and California State Smog Check Repair Technician test candidates.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  apply algebraic and mathematical concepts essential to advancement in the automotive industry.
✔  operate equipment and tools safely.
✔  evaluate, adjust, test, and diagnose components/system malfunctions.
✔  diagnose, assess, and repair manual and automatic transmissions and transaxles.
✔  locate, download, and analyze technical manuals from the Internet, digital, and text sources.
✔  analyze, diagnose, and repair automotive electrical and electronic systems to ASE performance level.
✔  diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair basic air conditioning (AC) systems.
✔  diagnose, disassemble, inspect, clean, and reassemble components of the steering and suspension system.
✔  analyze, diagnose, and repair engines to ASE performance levels.
✔  analyze and repair fuel injection systems to ASE standards.
✔  diagnose engine emission control systems to ASE standards.
✔  prepare for the State Smog Check Inspector and California State Smog Check Repair Technician tests.

This degree prepares the student for employment repairing various automobile components including those requiring computer technology.
Employment as a technician, shop foreman, service manager for new car dealers, automotive repair shops, and fleet operators.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  diagnose and repair major automotive components.
✔  describe the relationships between automotive components.
✔  complete service and repair work to industry time and quality standards.
✔  follow Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines for handling and use of hazardous material found in an automotive shop.
✔  demonstrate safe work practices in the auto shop.

This program prepares students for entry-level employment as smog and driveability service technicians. It also prepares students for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in Engine Repair A1, Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles A2, Electrical A6, Engine Performance A8, and Advanced Engine Performance L1. This program also fulfills the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) requirements for California State Smog Check Inspector and California State Smog Check Repair Technician test candidates.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  identify and implement safety procedures involved in the diagnosis, service, and repair of all major automobile and light truck systems.
✔  describe the function, operation, and characteristics of all major components in the following automotive systems: engines, automatic transmissions, electrical, air conditioning, emission control and computerized engine controls.
✔  identify and follow manufacturer's standards for proper automobile diagnosis and repair.
✔  operate hand and power tools necessary for automobile and light truck repair.
✔  operate diagnostic equipment and interpret test results.
✔  analyze, diagnose, and repair automotive engines, automatic transmissions, electrical systems, fuel delivery systems, ignition systems, emissions control systems, and computerized engine controls.
✔  operate a variety of aftermarket and factory scan tools.

This degree provides an extended combination of classroom and hands-on shop experience to prepare for careers in all phases of automotive collision technology. Topics include component repairs, structural and non-structural repairs and refinishing. It also covers various automotive systems, such as heating and air-conditioning, suspension steering, and electrical.
This program provides training and hands-on experience in high-demand skills that lead to promising careers with high wages. Students who have successfully completed this program are working as non-structural, structural, refinish and estimating technicians. The U.S. Labor Department reports that job opportunities for auto collision specialists are excellent because of the large number of older workers who are expected to retire in the next 5 to 10 years. In addition, it points out that experienced technicians are rarely laid off and that employers prefer to hire graduates of a formal training program for which provides a foundation in the latest collision technology, including the techniques and equipment used on the job.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  identify and estimate automotive collision damage.
✔  develop a repair plan.
✔  repair automotive collision mechanical damage.
✔  repair frame/unibody automotive collision structural damage.
✔  repair automotive collision body damage.
✔  refinish automotive collision damage.

This program provides an integrated series of coursework in American Sign Language (ASL) and ASL-English interpretation to prepare students for entry-level positions. The series provides academic coursework based on a Deaf-centered framework that encourages students to embrace an empowered collaboration with Deaf people. A foundation in ASL discourse and interpretation is established through theoretical models. Emphasis is on the practical application of these models and knowledge in the areas of human relations, language skills, interpreting skills, cultural competence, service learning, and professionalism.
American Sign Language-English interpreters are in demand locally, regionally, and nationally. A qualified American Sign Language-English interpreter enjoys a rewarding, highly flexible career. This field is expanding; growth in the job market is projected.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  discuss and apply knowledge of linguistic, cross-cultural, and interpretation theories.
✔  demonstrate communicative competency in English and in ASL through effective communication in a variety of settings with Deaf and hearing participants of varying age, gender, and ethnicity.
✔  appraise, identify, and apply personal, professional, and ethical decisions in a manner consistent with theoretical models and standard professional practices that align in service with the goal of the setting and Deaf and hearing participants.
✔  demonstrate interpersonal competencies that foster effective communication and productive collaboration with colleagues, Deaf and hearing consumers, employers, and team members in an interpreting context.
✔  formulate effective interpretations both consecutively and simultaneously following a practice profession framework.
✔  develop an on-going professional action plan integrating interactions with Deaf related organizations, connections with interpreter employers, and the implications of certification on the provision of interpreting.

This degree emphasizes visual arts produced in a digital environment. Art New Media focuses on new technology and a strong foundation in the fundamentals of visual art. Coursework includes a wide spectrum of studies in traditional and new media fundamentals relevant to art and design.
Career opportunities include Graphic Designer, Character Designer, 3D Animator, Web Designer, 3D Modeler and Texture Artist, 3D Artist, Commercial Illustrator, and Print Designer.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ analyze design principles relevant to new media technology
✔ combine various technical skills in the field of art new media
✔ create visual images utilizing traditional and/or digital media
✔ synthesize concepts of modern art history and apply them to illustration, animation, graphic design, and web design
✔ conceive visual solutions for successful visual communication
✔ critique new media works

The Associate in Arts in Art History for Transfer provides a clearly articulated curricular track for students who wish to transfer to a CSU campus, while also serving the diverse needs of students interested in the breadth and depth of the field of Art History. Additionally, this degree exposes students to the core principles and practices of the field in order to build a foundation for their future personal, academic, or vocational paths.
The Associate in Arts degree in Art History for Transfer provides students with a major that fulfills the general requirements of the California State University for transfer. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system. The Associate in Arts degree in Art History for Transfer (A.A.-T.) may be obtained by the completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program outlined below (earning a C or better in these courses) and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education‐Breadth Requirements.
Art historians with undergraduate degrees are placed as registrars, preparators, and curatorial staff in art museums and galleries; they can also be employed as art critics in mass media publications, such as newspapers and magazines. An advanced degree allows an art historian a wider range of possible career applications, including museums directorships, curators, instructors, preservationists, researchers, and auction house personnel.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ assess and evaluate the contributions of artists throughout history.
✔ identify and evaluate works of art or architecture according to their appropriate style and time frame.
✔ analyze and critique art and architecture within the context of their functions and meanings.
✔ research and assess theoretical information concerning the meanings and purposes of art and architecture.
✔ explain the history of cultures and civilizations and how art and architecture is a reflection of that history.