Yuba College offers an Associate Degree-Fire Academy program leading to certification as a Fire Fighter 1 through the California State Fire Marshall. A career ladder program for Fire Fighters wishing to advance to positions such as Fire Fighter 2, Driver Operator, and Company Officer is also available. All students are advised to check the Yuba College Website for Fire Technology (https://yc.yccd.edu/publicsafety/home-page/fire-technology/) often for new information relative to application and admission. Graduates of the Fire Fighter 1 course will have a variety of employment opportunities in local, state and federal firefighting positions. This program offers two versions of the Fire Fighter 1 academy with and without EMT 1 included.

Students who complete this program should be able to:

🗸 Demonstrate technical, cognitive, and psychomotor skills necessary to achieve and maintain employment in the fire service.
🗸 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of fire service industry history, trends, operational developments, and legal implications.
🗸 Demonstrate respect and acceptance for differing opinions, feelings, and values of others through the development of listening skills that promote ethical and equitable application of FIRE and EMS services through classroom discussion, activities, and written assignments.
🗸 Communicate effectively in both oral presentations and written reports.

The Fire Technology program prepares students for a career in the fire service and provides educational and training opportunities for employment with Career, Combination, and Volunteer agencies. in addition, this program provides courses to enable students to advance in their careers and apply for promotion at the driver operator and company officer level. The Associate Degree and Certificate programs incorporate the standardized Fire Technology curriculum identified as a model curriculum through the offices of the California State Chancellor. in addition, the required courses and many electives are compliant with the National Fire Administration’s Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) model. Many elective courses are developed under the guidelines of related fire service training and educational programs such as the California State Fire Marshal (C.F.S.T.E.S, and F.S.T.E.P.), DOT (Department of Transportation), FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency), and the National Fire Academy.

Students who complete this program should be able to:

🗸 Demonstrate technical, cognitive, and psycho-motor skills necessary to achieve and maintain employment in the fire service.
🗸 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of fire service industry history, trends, operational developments, and legal implications.
🗸 Demonstrate respect and acceptance for differing opinions, feelings, and values of others through the development of listening skills that promote ethical and equitable application of FIRE and EMS services through classroom discussion, activities, and written assignments.
🗸 Communicate effectively in both oral presentations and written reports.

Students who complete this program should be able to:

🗸 Make effective rhetorical choices based on an accurate analysis of rhetorical context.
🗸 Analyze and interpret works from different historical and cultural traditions using appropriate conventions of literary analysis.
🗸 Apply reading strategies in order to critically analyze texts.
🗸 Gather, evaluate, and effectively integrate research materials.

The Associate in Arts in English for Transfer degree gives students a broad background in writing, literature, and language analysis. It prepares students for the further study of English or a related field at a four-year school. As such, the AA-T in English is a good gateway toward a bachelor’s degree in English and later a career in teaching, law, technical writing, creative writing, editing/publishing, marketing, or any occupation requiring clear communication skills.

The Associate in Arts in English for Transfer specifically provides a clearly articulated curricular track for students who wish to transfer to a California State University campus, while also serving the diverse needs of students interested in the breadth and depth of the field of English. This degree also exposes students to the core principles and practices of the field in order to build a foundation for their future personal or academic paths.

In addition to the major requirements, students seeking an Associate in Arts in English for Transfer degree (AA-T in English), must also complete or attain the following to comply with state law (SB 1440):

🗸 60 semester CSU-transferable units.
🗸 The California State University-General Education Breadth Pattern (CSU GE-Breadth) or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern (CSU version).
🗸 A minimum of 18 semester units in the major area of emphasis.
🗸 2.0 GPA.
🗸 A grade of “C” or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

Students who complete this program should be able to:

🗸 Analyze the effects of their rhetorical choices.
🗸 Critically analyze a variety of texts.
🗸 Demonstrate proficiency in the academic writing process.
🗸 Explain the relevance of literary expression.
🗸 Analyze and interpret literary works with respect to their historical, cultural, and sociopolitical contexts. 

The Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the California State University (CSU) system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Economics or a similar major. Students interested in transferring to a CSU campus to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Economics should meet with a counselor to confirm the courses required for lower-division preparation in the major.

For Economics majors with the goal of applying to CSU as well as the University of California (UC), there is considerable overlap in coursework; students who are applying to UC should opt to take both MATH 1A and 1B. Students completing a bachelor’s or more advanced degree in Economics may find employment as market researchers, educators, budget analysts, statisticians, economists, or government or banking employees.

This program has the following completion requirements:

🗸 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the CSU, including either:
🗸 The CSU General Education Breadth Requirements pattern, or
🗸 The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern.
🗸 A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis, as described below, earning a grade of “C” or better, or “P” (pass) in these courses; and
🗸 A minimum grade point average of 2.0 in the 60 transferable semester units

Students who complete this program should be able to:

🗸 Explain terms and concepts used in macroeconomics and microeconomics.
🗸 Apply critical thinking skills to evaluate the credibility of economic theories, concepts, and research.
🗸 Solve problems requiring the application of economics, statistics, and mathematics.

The Associate in Science degree in Environmental Science for Transfer (AS-T) is intended to provide students with the first two years of core curriculum leading to a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science at a California State University. This interdisciplinary field focuses on how humans interact with their surroundings. Careers in environmental science include conducting research or advising policy at government agencies (such as the National Park Service or Environmental Protection Agency), environmental consulting, or conducting health inspections.

To earn this AS-T degree, students must meet the following Associate in Science Degree for Transfer requirements (pursuant to SB 1440 law):

🗸 Completion of 60-semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University. The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) for STEM or the California State University General Education-Breadth for STEM.
🗸 A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
🗸 Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
🗸 Earn a “C” or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis or a ‘P” if the course is taken on a pass/no pass basis.

Students who complete this program should be able to:

🗸 Demonstrate an understanding of topics revolving around the interactions between humans and their environment. This could be illustrated by knowledge of species interactions, natural cycles, environmental issues, or other topics.
🗸 Apply the scientific method by creating or assessing hypotheses, conducting experiments, correctly analyzing and interpreting data, and effectively communicating findings.
🗸 Practice decision-making and problem-solving by applying existing scientific research to environmental issues

The Chemical Technology Program trains students for a wide variety of scientific laboratory technician career opportunities. Students not only will be instructed in the theory and fundamentals of chemistry, but they will also be exposed to hands-on training with lab equipment and sophisticated state-of-the-art lab instrumentation. Students will be taught how to perform standard laboratory techniques, how to follow safety procedures, and how to prepare clear, thorough lab reports.

Throughout the program there will be emphasis on clear written communication and correct mathematical calculations. Students will be challenged to strengthen problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. They also will have opportunities to develop effective verbal communication and to use software commonly employed in scientific labs.

A student who satisfactorily completes the program will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement. Students who complete the program may also qualify for an Associate in Science degree by fulfilling the Graduation Requirements specified in this catalog.

Student Learning Outcomes

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

✔ apply problem-solving and analytical thinking skills in the planning, execution, and interpretation of chemistry lab work.

✔ correctly use common chemistry laboratory instruments to process materials and/or collect data.

✔ demonstrate oral and written communication skills necessary to report and discuss chemistry laboratory processes with other scientifically trained personnel.

✔ demonstrate an understanding of safety practices, including proper chemical waste disposal procedures.

This degree fosters a deeper understanding of the business ecosystem in which the real estate sector operates, while also providing a path to qualify for the real estate broker examination and license in California. Topics include principles of real estate, real estate law, real estate economics, real estate finance, real estate practice, and appraisal.

Student Learning Outcomes

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

✔ develop the necessary background and qualifications for the California Real Estate Brokers and Salesperson license examinations.

✔ identify and explain the major functional areas of real estate, including legal aspects, finance, economics, real estate practice, and appraisal.

✔ analyze practical real estate problems and utilize research and critical thinking to evaluate and recommend alternative solutions.

✔ integrate real estate principles related to finance, law, products, services, and information.

✔ assess current real estate market conditions.

✔ recommend appropriate sales strategies based on market conditions.

The Marketing degree provides an opportunity for students to acquire knowledge and training for careers in sales, advertising, and marketing. The competency-based curriculum is designed to prepare students for a variety of positions and to provide basic training for advancement to management positions and for transfer to four-year universities.

Student Learning Outcomes

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

✔ evaluate marketing decisions related to product development, market research, pricing, distribution, and promotion in the development and execution of a marketing strategy.

✔ develop the appropriate strategy, execution, and media for advertising and promotion.

✔ research and evaluate consumer buying behavior and recommend integrated marketing communications to effectively meet consumer needs.

✔ incorporate professional sales skills by effectively identifying and responding to customers' needs.

✔ compose effective verbal and written communications.

✔ design effective marketing materials.

✔ create effective digital marketing strategies that enhance a business' relationship with present and future customers.

✔ explain the critical role ethics plays in modern marketing.

✔ formulate a strategic marketing plan for a new or existing business.

This program is designed for those who wish to progress to positions of responsibility and management in business. Its strong management focus provides the knowledge and skills needed by managers in a wide variety of organizations. Topics include management communication, human resources, organizational behavior, supervision, diversity management, business law, accounting, economics, finance, and business computer applications.

Student Learning Outcomes

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

✔ analyze real or potential business problems and research, develop, evaluate, and test possible solutions using creativity, critical thinking, and technology skills.

✔ compare, judge, and evaluate a variety of current management philosophies when applied to business management situations.

✔ demonstrate individual responsibility, personal integrity, respect, and leadership skills and abilities that are effective in managing diverse people and cultures.

✔ develop effective oral and written communication skills that can be applied in various business settings.

✔ formulate original ideas and concepts in addition to integrating the ideas of others into the problem-solving process.

✔ comprehend, apply, and evaluate standards of ethical behavior in various business situations.

✔ differentiate between the various career paths available in business management and develop the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for a management career.