AUTOMOTIVE
Automotive Service Technology Programs
MOPAR (CAP) College Automotive Program (AAS) ... 104
Toyota T-TEN Program (AAS) ... 105
Toyota T-TEN Program (diploma) ... 106
Automotive Technology Programs Automotive Technology (AAS) ... 108
Automotive Fundamentals (diploma)... 109
Nissan Dealership Technician Training Program (NDTTP) ... 110
Automotive Chassis Technician Specialist (certificate) ... 110
Automotive Climate Control Technician (certificate) ...111
Auto Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician (certificate) ... 112
Automotive Engine Performance Technician (certificate) ... 112
Automotive Engine Repair Technician (certificate) ... 113
Automotive Transmission/Transaxle Tech Specialist (certificate) ... 114
Heavy Diesel Service Technician (certificate) ... 115
Diesel Power Generation (certificate)... 115
BUSINESS AND FINANCE Accounting Programs Accounting Technology (AAS) ... 117
Accounting (diploma)... 118
Computerized Accounting Specialist (certificate) ... 119
Office Accounting Specialist (certificate) ... 119
Payroll Accounting Specialist (certificate)... 120
Tax Preparation Specialist (certificate) ... 120
Business Administrative Technology Programs Business Administrative Technology (AAS) ... 121
Business Administrative Technology (diploma) ... 122
Administrative Support Assistant (certificate) ... 124
Medical Billing Clerk (certificate) ... 125
Medical Front Office Assistant (certificate) ... 126
Microsoft Office Application Professional (certificate) ... 127
Technical Specialist (certificate) ... 128
Business Management Programs Business Management: General Mgt., Human Resource Mgt., Logistics Mgt., Operations Mgt., (AAS) ... 129
Business Management (diploma) ... 132
Human Resource Management Specialist (certificate) ... 133
Programs of Study
Current curricula and course descriptions for all Gwinnett Technical College programs of study can be found on the college website at www.GwinnettTech.edu. Program requirements may incur changes due to probes, consolidations, and new program formation. All changes will be kept up to date on the college website at www.GwinnettTech.edu in the respective pro-gram area. For the most accurate propro-gram requirements, please check the college website.PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Logistics Management Specialist (certificate) ... 133
Management and Leadership Specialist (certificate) ... 134
Marketing Management Programs Marketing Management, Entrepreneurship, e-Business, Retail Management, Professional Selling, Sports Marketing, Social Media (AAS) ... 135
Marketing Management, Entrepreneurship, e-Business, Retail Management, Professional Selling, Sports Marketing, Social Media (diploma) ... 139
E-Commerce Marketer (certificate) ... 142
Entrepreneurship (certificate) ... 143
Marketing Specialist (certificate) ... 143
Sales Representative (certificate) ... 144
Small Business Marketing Manager (certificate) ... 144
Sports Management (certificate) ... 145
EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION Early Childhood Care and Education Programs Early Childhood Care and Education (AAS)... 146
Early Childhood Care and Education (diploma) ... 147
Child Development Specialist (certificate) ... 148
Early Childhood Care and Education Basics (certificate) ... 149
Early Childhood Exceptionalities (certificate) ... 150
Early Childhood Program Administration (certificate) ... 150
Family Child Care Practitioner (certificate) ... 151
COMPUTER SCIENCE Computer Information Systems Programs Computer Programming (AAS) ... 152
Computer Programming (diploma) ... 153
Game Development (AAS) ... 154
Game Development (diploma) ... 155
Information Security Specialist (AAS) ... 155
Information Security Specialist (diploma) ... 158
Internet Specialist – Web Site Design (AAS) ... 159
Internet Specialist – Web Site Design (diploma) ... 160
Networking Specialist (AAS) ... 161
Networking Specialist (diploma) ... 163
Cisco Network Specialist CCNA (certificate) ... 165
Cisco CCNP Specialist (certificate) ... 166
Game Developer (certificate) ... 167
Cyber Crime Specialist (certificate) ... 168
Data Center Specialist (certificate) ... 168
Information Security Specialist (certificate) ... 169
Internet Specialist – Web Site Developer (certificate) ... 170
Java Programmer (certificate) ... 171
Linux/UNIX System Administrator (certificate) ... 172
Network Administrator (certificate) ... 172
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
CONSTRUCTION
Air Conditioning Programs
Air Conditioning Technology (AAS) ... 174
Air Conditioning Technology (diploma) ... 175
Building Maintenance (diploma) ... 176
Air Conditioning Electrical Technician (certificate) ... 177
Air Conditioning System Maintenance Technician (certificate) ... 178
Photovoltaic Systems Installation & Repair Technician (certificate) ... 179
Refrigeration System Service Technician (certificate) ... 180
Carpentry and Construction Management Programs Residential Construction Management (AAS) ... 181
Carpentry – Residential (diploma) ... 182
Residential Construction Management (diploma) ... 183
Certified Construction Worker (certificate) ... 184
Finish Carpenter (certificate) ... 185
Framing Carpenter (certificate) ... 186
Residential Construction Manager (certificate) ... 187
Commercial Construction Management Programs Commercial Construction Management (AAS) ... 188
Commercial Construction Building Inspector (certificate)... 189
Commercial Construction Contract Administrator (certificate)... 190
Commercial Construction Estimator (certificate) ... 191
Sustainable Design and Construction (certificate) ... 192
Drafting Programs Drafting Technology (AAS) ... 193
Drafting Technology (diploma) ... 194
Advanced CAD Technician (certificate) ... 196
CAD Operator (certificate) ... 197
Drafter’s Assistant (certificate) ... 198
Engineering Technology Engineering Technology (AAS) ... 199
COSMETOLOGY Cosmetology Programs Cosmetology (diploma) ... 200
Barbering (diploma) ... 201
CULINARY AND HOTEL, RESTAURANT AND TRAVEL Culinary Arts Programs Culinary Arts (AAS) ... 202
Culinary Arts (diploma) ... 203
Prep Cook (certificate)... 204
Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management Programs Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management (AAS) ... 205
Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management (diploma) ... 206
Event Coordinator (certificate)... 207
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Hotel Management Specialist (certificate) ... 208
Travel Agency Operations (certificate) ... 209
HEALTH SCIENCE Associate Degree Nursing Program Registered Nursing Program (ADN) ... 210
Associate Degree Nursing Bridge Option (ADN)... 212
Associate Degree Nursing Paramedic Bridge Option (ADN) ... 213
Patient Care Assistant (certificate) ... 215
Bioscience Programs Bioscience Technology (AAS) ... 216
Bioscience Environmental Laboratory Technologist (certificate) ... 217
Bioscience Regulatory Assurance Technologist (certificate) ... 218
Clinical Research Professional (certificate) ... 219
Dental Assisting Programs Dental Assisting (diploma) ... 220
Basic Dental Assisting (certificate) ... 221
Advanced Dental Assisting (certificate) ... 222
Healthcare Programs Healthcare Science: Pre-Bioscience (certificate) ... 223
Healthcare Science: Pre-Cardiovascular Technology (certificate) ... 224
Healthcare Science: Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography (certificate) ... 225
Healthcare Science: Pre-Health Information Technology (certificate) ... 226
Healthcare Science: Pre-Nursing (certificate) ... 227
Healthcare Science: Pre-Radiologic Technology (certificate) ... 228
Healthcare Science: Pre-Respiratory (certificate) ... 229
Healthcare Science: Pre-Surgical (certificate)... 230
Healthcare Science: Pre-Veterinary (certificate) ... 231
Healthcare Assistant (certificate) ... 232
Health Imaging and Informatics Programs Health Information Technology (AAS) ... 234
Health Information Technology (certificate) ... 235
Cardiovascular Technology (AAS) ... 238
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (AAS) ... 240
Radiologic Technology (AAS) ... 242
Computed Tomography Clinical Specialist (certificate) ... 243
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist (certificate)... 244
Medical Assisting Programs Medical Assisting (diploma) ... 246
Respiratory Care Program Respiratory Care (AAS)... 248
Surgical Technology Program Surgical Technology (AAS) ... 250
Emergency Services Education Programs Paramedicine (AAS) ... 252
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Paramedicine (diploma) ... 253
EMS Professions (diploma) ... 255
Emergency Medical Responder - EMR (certificate) ... 256
Emergency Medical Technician (certificate) ... 257
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician- AEMT (certificate) ... 258
Veterinary Technology Programs Veterinary Technology (AAS) ... 260
Veterinary Technician Assistant (certificate) ... 261
PUBLIC SAFETY AND SERVICE Criminal Justice Technology Programs Criminal Justice Technology (AAS) ... 262
Criminal Justice Technology (diploma) ... 263
HORTICULTURE Horticulture Programs Environmental Horticulture (AAS) ... 265
Environmental Horticulture (diploma) ... 267
Floral Designer (certificate) ... 269
GIS Technology (certificate) ... 270
Landscape Installation Technician (certificate) ... 271
Landscape Design Technician (certificate) ... 271
Sustainable Urban Agriculture Technician (certificate) ... 272
WELDING Welding and Joining Technology Programs Welding and Joining Technology (diploma) ... 273
Flux Cored Arc Welder (certificate) ... 274
Gas Metal Arc Welder (certificate) ... 275
Gas Tungsten Arc Welder (certificate) ... 276
Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welder (certificate) ... 277
VISUAL ARTS AND DESIGN Photography Programs Photography (AAS) ... 278
Photography (diploma) ... 279
Digital Imaging Specialist (certificate) ... 280
Interiors Programs Interiors (AAS) ... 281
Interiors (diploma) ... 282
Interior Design Assistant (certificate) ... 283
Interior Design Sales Consultant (certificate) ... 283
Interior Design and Color Consultant (certificate) ... 284
Interior Technology (certificate) ... 285
Faux and Decorative Painting (certificate) ... 286
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE
TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
Mopar CAP
College Automotive Program
Associate of Applied Science Degree CC23
Program Description
Automotive service technology offers you the opportunity to prepare for a career with the Mopar Brand (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep). The need for trained service and repair technicians, service writers, parts managers, and service managers continues to grow. Automotive service has become a career which demands comprehensive academic and technical training. You will learn service and repair procedures for some of the most popular and technically advanced automobiles. Graduates of the associate degree program have additional qualifications for promotion and advancement into supervisory positions.
Students can only be awarded Mopar training credit by graduating from the Mopar college automotive program, associate of applied science degree. Students must complete their general core classes in the semester that the program director has designated to be successful in this program. Training is oriented toward understanding and servicing Mopar Brand automobiles.
Students may become certified by taking the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification tests administered in eight areas by ACT (American College Testing). This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum)
Employment Opportunities
General automotive technician, basic automotive service technician, brake and front end specialist, transmission specialist, air conditioning and electrical specialist, engine specialist, computer systems specialist, engine performance specialist, service advisor, service writer, and parts attendant
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (59 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 12 Hours 2nd Semester 14 Hours
ACAP 1000 Intro to Mopar Dealer Systems ACAP 1040 Mopar Steering and Suspension ACAP 1060 Mopar Electrical Systems ACAP 1050 Mopar Brakes
General Education Area III - MATH 1111,
MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 ACAP 1070 Mopar HVAC Systems FYES 1000 First Year Experience ACAP 2010 Mopar Internship I
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
3rd Semester 9 Hours 4th Semester 13 Hours
ACAP 2020 Mopar Internship II ACAP 1010 Mopar Engine Systems ACAP 2030 Mopar Internship III ACAP 1080 Mopar Engine Performance General Education Area IV* ACAP 2040 Mopar Internship IV
General Education II*
5th Semester 11 Hours
ACAP 1020 Mopar Automatic Transmissions ACAP 1030 Mopar Drivetrains
General Education Elective*
59 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
For the general educational courses noted with an (*), students can select from classes listed on pages 89-90. All associate’s degree students are required to take a minimum of 15 general educational course credits. A minimum of one course must be selected from course Area I, Area II, Area III and Area IV.
Toyota T-TEN Program
Associate of Applied Science Degree AST3
Program Description
Automotive service technology offers you the opportunity to prepare for a career with a Toyota or Lexus dealer service department. The need for trained service and repair technicians, service writers, parts managers, and service managers continues to grow. Automotive service has become a career which demands comprehensive academic and technical training. You will learn service and repair procedures for some of the most popular and technically advanced automobiles. Graduates of the associate degree program have additional qualifications for promotion and advancement into supervisory positions. Training is oriented toward understanding and servicing Toyota automobiles. Prospective students must be accepted into the program. Upon completion of the program, the student will be awarded an Associate of Applied Science Degree in automotive service technology. Students may become certified by taking the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification tests administered in eight areas by ACT (American College Testing). This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 4 Semesters)
Employment Opportunities
General automotive technician, basic automotive service technician, brake and front end specialist, transmission specialist, air conditioning and electrical specialist, engine specialist, computer systems specialist, engine performance specialist, service advisor, service writer, and parts attendant.
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (61 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 16 Hours 2nd Semester 16 Hours
AUTS 1010 Intro to Toyota Automotive AUTS 1050 Toyo Suspension & Steering System AUTS 1020 Toyota Electrical Systems AUTS 2020 Toyota Manual Drive Train & Axles AUTS 1030 Toyota Brake Systems AUTS 2030 Toyota Automatic Trans & Transaxles General Education Area III - MATH 1111,
MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 General Ed Area I – ENGL 1101
3rd Semester 13 Hours 4th Semester 16 Hours
AUTS 1060 Automotive Climate Ctrl System AUTS 2010 Automotive Engine Repair AUTS 2100 Toyota Hybrid General Maint. AUTS 1040 Automotive Engine Performance General Education Area IV * General Education Area II *
General Ed Class * (any Gen Ed Area)
61 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
The First Year Experience course (FYES 1000) is required for students entering in this program with less than 30 semester hours of college credit.
For the general educational courses noted with an (*), students can select from classes listed on pages 89-90. All associate’s degree students are required to take a minimum of 15 general educational course credits. A minimum of one course must be selected from course Area I, Area II, Area III and Area IV.
Toyota T-TEN Program
Diploma Program AS12
Program Description
Automotive service technology offers you the opportunity to prepare for a career with a Toyota, Inc. The need for trained service and repair technicians, service writers, parts managers, and service managers continues to grow. Automotive service has become a career which demands comprehensive academic and technical training. You will learn service and repair procedures for some of the most popular and technically advanced automobiles.
Training is oriented toward understanding and servicing Toyota automobiles. Prospective students must be accepted into the program. Upon completion of the program, the student will be awarded a diploma in automotive service technology.
Students may become certified by taking the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification tests administered in eight areas by ACT (American College Testing). This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 4 Semesters)
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
Employment Opportunities
General automotive technician, basic automotive service technician, brake and front end specialist, transmission specialist, air conditioning and electrical specialist, engine specialist, computer systems specialist, engine performance specialist, service advisor, service writer, and parts attendant.
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (54 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 16 Hours 2nd Semester 16 Hours
AUTS 1010 Introduction to Toyota Auto AUTS 1050 Toyota Suspension & Steering Systm AUTS 1020 Toyota Auto Elect Systems AUTS 2020 Toyota Manual Drive Train & Axles AUTS 1030 Toyota Brake Systems AUTS 2030 Toyota Auto Transmissions/axles ENGL 1010 Fund of English I MATH 1012 Foundations of Mathematics
3rd Semester 9 Hours 4th Semester 13 Hours
AUTS 1060 Toyota Auto Climate Ctrl Systs AUTS 2010 Toyota Auto Engine Repair AUTS 2100 Toyota Hybrid Gen Maintenance AUTS 1040 Toyota Auto Engine Performance EMPL 1000 Interpersonl Relatns & Prof
Develop
54 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
The First Year Experience course (FYES 1000) is required for students entering in this program with less than 30 semester hours of college credit.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
Automotive Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree AT23
Program Description
The associate of applied science degree in automotive technology, consist of a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for high paying jobs careers in the automotive service and repair industry. Students will have the opportunity to develop academic, technical, and professional skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The demand for highly qualified automotive technicians continues to grow. This program emphasizes a combination of automotive electrical and mechanical theory, and the practical application necessary for successful employment. College level general education courses are included to provide the knowledge, and supplement skills, and understanding necessary for job acquisition, retention, or advancement. Students can choose to pursue careers an automotive service technician, service writer, service manager, manufacturer’s representatives, or parts managers. Graduates from this program will receive an associate of applied science degree in automotive technology. Students are encouraged to invest in a basic set of automotive professional tools which may be provided and discounted from supporting tool vendors. Gwinnett Technical College General Automotive Training Program meets the Automobile Service Technology training certification program level for the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. /Automotive Service Excellence (ASE-NATEF). Students may become certified by independently taking the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification tests administered in eight areas by ACT (American College Testing). This program is only offered full-time during the day. (Program Length: 4 Semesters)
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities include but are not limited to a general automotive technician, basic automotive service technician, brake and front end specialist, transmission specialist, air conditioning and electrical specialist, engine specialist, computer systems specialist, engine performance specialist, service advisor, service writer, and parts attendant
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (61 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 15 Hours 2nd Semester 16 Hours
AUTT 1010 Automotive Technology Intro AUTT 1030 Automotive Brake Systems AUTT 1020 Automotive Electrical Systems or
AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022 AUTT 1040 Automotive Engine Performance or AUTT 1041 and AUTT 1042 AUTT 1050 Auto Suspension & Steering
System AUTT 1060 Automotive Climate Ctrl Systems FYES 1000 First Year Experience
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
3rd Semester 15 Hours 4th Semester 15 Hours
AUTT 2020 Auto Manual Drive Train & Axles AUTT 2010 Automotive Engine Repair orAUTT 2011 and AUTT 2012 AUTT 2030 Automatic Trans. & Transaxles General Education Area II *
General Education Area I - ENGL 1101 General Education Area IV *
General Ed Class * (any Gen Ed Area) 61 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION Auto Electrical Course Option: AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022
Auto Engine Performance Course Option: AUTT 1040 or AUTT 1041 and AUTT 1042 Auto Engine Repair Course Option: AUTT 2010 or AUTT 2011 and AUTT 2012
For the general educational courses noted with an (*), students can select from classes listed on page 80. All associate’s degree students are required to take a minimum of 15 general educational course credits. A minimum of one course must be selected from course Area I, Area II, Area III and Area IV.
Automotive Fundamentals
Diploma Program AF12 Program Description
The automotive fundamentals diploma program is a sequence of technical and academic courses designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive service and repair industry. Students are provided the opportunity to develop academic, technical and skilled knowledge required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of automotive electrical and mechanical theory, and practical applications necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an automotive fundamentals diploma.
The automotive fundamentals diploma program is offered only during the evening schedule.
Students are encouraged to invest in a set of basic automotive professional tools, provided at a special discount from supporting tool vendors.
Students may become certified by independently taking the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification tests administered in eight areas by ACT (American College Testing). (Program Length: 4 Semesters)
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities include but are not limited to a basic automotive service technician, brake and front end specialist, air conditioning and electrical specialist, engine specialist, computer systems specialist, engine performance specialist, and parts attendant.
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (37 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 14 Hours 2nd Semester 9 Hours
AUTT 1010 Automotive Technology Intro AUTT 1040 Automotive Engine Performance or AUTT 1041 and AUTT 1042 AUTT 1020 Automotive Electrical Systems or
AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022 EMPL 1000 Interpersonal Relations & Prof Dev ENGL 1010 Fundamentals of English I
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
3rd Semester 5 Hours 4th Semester 12 Hours
AUTT 1050 Auto Suspension & Steering
System AUTT 1030 Automotive Brake Systems AUTT 1060 Automotive Climate Ctrl Systems MATH 1012 Foundations of Mathematics 40 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION Auto Electrical Course Option: AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022
Auto Engine Performance Course Option: AUTT 1040 or AUTT 1041 and AUTT 1042
Nissan Dealership Technician Training Program
(NDTTP)
Students interested in specialized training for Nissan or Infiniti automobiles, may do so by enrolling in the general automotive program and declaring interest in doing so during their program interview. The general automotive program offers an embedded NDTTP program which allows students to declare a general automotive degree, diploma or certificate at the end of the program while benefiting from manufacturer specific training. Students will learn automotive system theory in our general automotive program courses by performing hands-on activities on Nissan and Infiniti vehicles, using manufacturer’s specific tools, equipment and technical information. Students in the NDTTP program may benefit from specific manufacturer training from their Nissan or Infiniti dealership during their internship. Typical program length is approximately two years for a degree, or diploma.
Students interested in this training option will need to also complete an interview with the NDTTP automotive advisor prior to or during their first or second semester of the program.
Automotive Chassis Technician Specialist
Certificate Program ASG1 Program Description
The automotive chassis technician specialist certificate program provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to enter the automotive industry as an entry level chassis technician. Topics covered include: shop safety, basic electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis, chassis components and types, steering system components and service, alignment theory and procedures, and brake system operation, diagnosis and repair. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) Students are encouraged to invest in a basic set of automotive professional tools that may be provided and discounted from supporting tool vendors.
Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program.
Employment Opportunities
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (17 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 2 Hours 2nd Semester 15 Hours
AUTT 1010 Automotive Technology Intro AUTT xxxx Elective(s) (7 hrs)
AUTT 1030 Automotive Brake Systems or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022
AUTT 1050 Auto Suspension & Steering Systems
17 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Elective(s): AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022
Automotive Climate Control Technician
Certificate Program AH21
Program Description
The automotive climate control technician certificate program provides students with an opportunity to develop the necessary skills for entering the automotive service industry as an entry level climate control technician. Topics covered include: basic shop safety, electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis, and the theory, operation, diagnosis and servicing of automotive climate control systems. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) Students are encouraged to invest in a basic set of automotive professional tools that may be provided and discounted from supporting tool vendors.
Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program.
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities include but are not limited to an air conditioning and electrical technician specialist.
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (14 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 9 Hours 2nd Semester 5 Hours
AUTT 1010 Automotive Technology Intro AUTT 1060 Automotive Climate Ctrl Systems AUTT 1020 Automotive Electrical Systems or
AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022
14 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician
Certificate Program AE41
Program Description
This certificate program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair basic electrical/electronic automotive systems as an entry level technician. Topics covered include automotive shop safety, electrical theory and circuit diagnosis, automotive batteries, starting and charging systems, instrumentation, lighting, and various vehicle accessories. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester) Students are encouraged to invest in a basic set of automotive professional tools that may be provided and discounted from supporting tool vendors.
Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program.
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities include but are not limited to Basic automotive service technician, electrical systems service technician.
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (9 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 9 Hours
AUTT 1010 Automotive Technology Intro AUTT 1020 Automotive Electrical Systems or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022
9 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Elective(s): AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022
Automotive Engine Performance Technician
Certificate Program AE51
Program Description
The automotive engine performance technician introduces students to the knowledge and skills required for entry-level engine performance technicians. Topics covered include theory, diagnosis, service, and repair of fuel systems, ignition systems, emission system, and electronic engine controls. This program is ideal students who enjoy working with the latest in automotive technology. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) Students are encouraged to invest in a basic set of automotive professional tools that may be provided and discounted from supporting tool vendors.
Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program.
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities include but are not limited to a drivability technician, engine performance, and technician specialist.
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (16 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 9 Hours 2nd Semester 7 Hours
AUTT 1010 Automotive Technology Intro AUTT 1040 - Auto Engine Performance or AUTT 1041 and AUTT 1042 AUTT 1020 Automotive Electrical or AUTT
1021 and AUTT 1022
16 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Auto Electrical Course Option: AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022
Auto Engine Performance Course Option: AUTT 1040 or AUTT 1041 and AUTT 1042
Automotive Engine Repair Technician
Certificate Program AE61
Program Description
The automotive engine repair technician certificate program provides students with the opportunity to develop skills necessary as an entry level automotive engine repair technician. Topics include: basic shop safety, basic electrical/electronic diagnosis, principles of engine operation, basic engine diagnosis, and basic engine repair procedures. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) Students are encouraged to invest in a basic set of automotive professional tools that may be provided and discounted from supporting tool vendors.
Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program.
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities include but are not limited to drivability technician, engine performance technician, and engine repair technician.
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (15 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 9 Hours 5th Semester 6 Hours
AUTT 1010 Automotive Technology Intro AUTT 2010 Automotive Engine Repair AUTT 1020 Automotive Electrical
15 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
AUTT 2010 and AUTT 2030 are offered during the summer semester. Auto Electrical Course Option: AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022
Auto Engine Repair Course Option: AUTT 2010 or AUTT 2011 and AUTT 2012
Automotive Transmission/Transaxle Tech Specialist
Certificate Program AA71
Program Description
The automotive transmission/transaxle tech specialist certificate program provides students with the opportunity to develop skills as an entry level transmission, transaxle, and drive line service and repair technician. Topics covered include: shop safety, basic electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis, manual transmission/transaxle operation and diagnosis, automatic transmission/transaxle operation and diagnosis, axles operation and diagnosis, differentials operation and diagnosis, and 4WD/AWD systems operation and diagnosis. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) Students are encouraged to invest in a set of basic automotive professional tools, provided at a special discount from supporting tool vendors.
Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program.
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities include but are not limited to Transmission/Transaxle/Driveline technician. CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (18 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 9 Hours 6th Semester 9 Hours
AUTT 1010 Automotive Technology Intro AUTT 2020 Auto Manual Drive Train & Axles AUTT 1020 Automotive Electrical or AUTT 1021
and AUTT 1022 AUTT 2030 Automatic Trans &Transaxles 18 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
AUTT 2010 and AUTT 2030 are offered during the summer semester.
Heavy Diesel Service Technician
Certificate Program HD31
Program Description
The heavy diesel service technician certificate provides training in both the theory and diagnosis of basic systems found on diesel engines and heavy equipment. The program provides instruction in basic shop safety and equipment, diesel engines and fuel systems, electrical/electronic systems, hydraulics, and power train systems. The program is designed to last one year and will offer students an opportunity to apply their skills in an internship environment at a local diesel equipment repair facility. A mandatory internship is required to complete this program. This program is geared towards students who want to start a career in the heavy diesel equipment repair industry. (Program Length: 2 Semesters)
Employment Opportunities
Service technician in diesel equipment service facilities; heavy equipment service technician CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (33 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 17 Hours 2nd Semester 16 Hours
DIET 1000 Intro Diesel Tech Tools & Safety DIET 2001 Heavy Equipment Hydraulics DIET 1010 Diesel ELCT & Electronic System DIET 2011 Off Road Drivelines
DIET 1030 Diesel Engines DIET 1050 Diesel Equipment Tech Intern 33 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Diesel Power Generation
Certificate Program DP31
Program Description
The diesel power generation certificate offers students who completed the Heavy Diesel Technician TCC two more advanced diesel courses that cover power generation units. Completion of this advanced certificate will prepare students to perform maintenance and overhaul procedures on power generation equipment. (Program Length: 2 Semester)
Employment Opportunities
Diesel Generator Repair Technician
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (12 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 17 Hours 2nd Semester 12 Hours
DIET 1000 Intro Diesel Tech Tools & Safety DIET 2002 GPG-Basic Power Generation Fund DIET 1010 Diesel Electricl & Electronic
Systems DIET 2012 DPG Controls, Swithing & Aux Syst DIET 1030 Diesel Engines
12 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION The courses listed in the first semester are prerequisites to the courses in this certificate.
ACCOUNTING PROGRAMS
Accounting Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree AC13
Program Description
The world of accounting provides the opportunity to work with financial information at many different levels. Accountants prepare financial statements, track production costs and profit figures, calculate payroll and taxes, and monitor accounts payable and receivable. Accountants also have the ability to choose the type of industry they work in and the kind of accounting they do.
The associate of applied science degree program prepares students to begin successful careers in the accounting profession. The associate degree program includes accounting and related business courses and college-level general education courses. The program features both manual and computerized accounting systems. Students receive comprehensive training in preparation for a variety of employment situations. (Program Length: 5 Semesters)
Employment Opportunities
Accounting assistant, accounting clerk, audit clerk, bookkeeper, staff accountant, junior accountant CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (63 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 15 Hours 2nd Semester 18 Hours
General Education Area I – ENGL 1101 General Education Area III – MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 FYES 1000 First Year Experience BUSN 1440 Document Production General Education Class Area II * ACCT 1120 Spreadsheet Applications ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I ACCT 1105 Financial II
ACCT 1125 Individual Tax Accounting ACCT 2120 Business Tax Accounting
3rd Semester 15 Hours 4th Semester 15 Hours
General Education Area IV * General Education Class (Any Gen Ed Area) * ACCT 1115 Computerized Accounting ACCT 2110 Accounting Simulation
ACCT 1130 Payroll Accounting ACCT 2130 Integrated Acct Management System ACCT 1110 Managerial Accounting ACCT 2155 Principles of Fraud Examination or Elective
Elective Elective
63 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Elective(s): Any college course for which the student has the prerequisites may be used to satisfy this requirement. Program Director suggested electives include: Any ACCT, MKTG 1130, MGMT 1100, BUSN 1420, CIST 1001, MGMT 1125.
ACCOUNTING PROGRAMS
For the general educational courses noted with an (*), students can select from classes listed on pages 89-90. All associate’s degree students are required to take a minimum of 15 general educational course credits. A minimum of one course must be selected from course Area I, Area II, Area III and Area IV.
Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to
individual course descriptions for further information.
Accounting
Diploma Program AC12
Program Description
The accounting diploma program prepares students to begin successful careers in the accounting profession. The program includes accounting and related business courses and diploma-level general education courses. It features both manual and computerized accounting systems. Students receive comprehensive training in preparation for a variety of employment situations. (Program Length: 4 Semesters)
Employment Opportunities
Accounting assistant, accounting clerk, audit clerk, bookkeeper CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (41 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 12 Hours 2nd Semester 15 Hours
ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I ACCT 1105 Financial Accounting II FYES 1000 First Year Experience BUSN 1440 Document Production ACCT 1125 Individual Tax Accounting ACCT 1120 Spreadsheet Applications ENGL 1010 Fundamentals of English I ACCT 1115 Computerized Accounting
3rd Semester 12 Hours 4th Semester 3 Hours
ACCT 1110 Managerial Accounting ACCT 1130 Payroll Accounting MATH 1012 Foundations of Mathematics
EMPL 1000 Interpersonal Relations & Prof Dev ACCT 1120 Spreadsheet Applications
41 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to
ACCOUNTING PROGRAMS
Computerized Accounting Specialist
Certificate Program CAY1
Program Description
The computerized accounting specialist certificate provides students with basic skills in computerized accounting. Topics include: principles of accounting, computerized accounting, spreadsheet fundamentals and basic computers. (Program Length: 2 Semesters)
Employment Opportunities
Accounting clerk, bookkeeper
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (20 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 9 Hours 2nd Semester 11 Hours
FYES 1000 First Year Experience ACCT 1120 Spreadsheet Applications ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I ACCT 1105 Financial Accounting II Occupational Elective ACCT 1115 Computerized Accounting
20 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Elective(s): any ACCT, BUSN 1420, BUSN 1430, CIST 1001, MGMT 1125, MKTG 1130, MGMT 1100
Office Accounting Specialist
Certificate Program OA31
Program Description
The office accounting specialist certificate provides entry-level office accounting skills. Topics include: principles of accounting, computerized accounting and basic computer skills. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters)
Employment Opportunities
Accounting clerk, bookkeeper
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (13 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 6 Hours 2nd Semester 7 Hours
FYES 1000 First Year Experience ACCT 1115 Computerized Accounting ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I ACCT 1105 Financial Accounting II
ACCOUNTING PROGRAMS
Payroll Accounting Specialist
Certificate Program PA61 Program Description
The Payroll Accounting Specialist technical certificate provides entry-level skills into payroll accounting. Topics include: principles of accounting, computerized accounting, principles of payroll accounting, mathematics and basic computer use. (Program Length: 2 Semesters)
Employment Opportunities
Accounting clerk, bookkeeper
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (16 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 6 Hours 2nd Semester 10 Hours
FYES 1000 First Year Experience ACCT 1105 Financial Accounting II ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I ACCT 1115 Computerized Accounting
ACCT 1130 Payroll Accounting 16 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Tax Preparation Specialist
Certificate Program TPS1 Program Description
The Tax Preparation Specialist technical certificate is designed to provide entry-level skills for tax preparers. Topics include—principles of accounting, tax accounting, business calculators, mathematics, and basic computer skills. (Program Length: 2 Semesters)
Employment Opportunities
Accounting clerk, bookkeeper
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (19 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 9 Hours 2nd Semester 9 Hours
FYES 1000 First Year Experience ACCT 2120 Business Tax Accounting ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I ACCT xxxx Elective
ACCT 1125 Individual Tax Accounting ACCT 1130 Payroll Accounting 15 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNOLOGY
PROGRAMS
Business Administrative Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree BA23
Program Description
The business administrative technology program is designed to prepare graduates for employment in a variety of positions in today’s technology-driven workplaces. The business administrative technology program provides learning opportunities, which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes the use of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database applications software. Students are also introduced to accounting fundamentals, electronic communications, internet research, and electronic file management. The program includes instruction in effective communication skills and technology innovations for the office. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of administrative technology. Graduates of the program receive a business administrative technology, associate of applied science degree and will have completed the general office assistant certificate and the Microsoft office applications professional certificate. (Program Length: 5 Semesters)
Students who do not type at least 25 words per minute will be advised to take BUS 1100 their first semester.
Employment Opportunities
Administrative assistant, virtual administrative assistant, office administrator, executive assistant CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (63 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 11 Hours 2nd Semester 12 Hours
General Education Area III - MATH 1111,
MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 BUSN 1400 Word Processing
FYES 1000 First Year Experience BUSN 1430 Desktop Publ &Presentation Appl General Education Area I - ENGL 1101 BUSN 1440 Document Production
General Education Area II*
3rd Semester 14 Hours 4th Semester 14 Hours
BUSN 1410 Spreadsheet Concepts &
Applicatns BUSN 2210 Applied Office Procedures BUSN 1240 Office Procedures BUSN 2200 Office Accounting or
ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I BUSN 1190 Digital Technologies in Business
BUSN 2160 Electronic Mail Applications BUSN 1420 Database Applications BUSN 2190 Busn Doc Proofreading & Editing BUSN xxxx Elective (3 credit hours)
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
5th Semester 12 Hours
MGMT 1100 Principles of Management General Education Area IV *
BUSN xxxx Elective (3 credit hours) General Education Class (3 credit hour any Gen Ed Area) *
63 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Please note this schedule is with student’s first semester in the Fall and no summer semester. Elective(s): any BUSN course not required for program completion. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1420, BUSN 2170, BUSN 1180 and/or BUSN 2180. For the general educational courses noted with an (*), students can select from classes listed on pages 89-90. All associate’s degree students are required to take a minimum of 15 general educational course credits. A minimum of one course must be selected from course Area I, Area II, Area III and Area IV.
Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites which are not included in the above
curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions.
Business Administrative Technology
Diploma Program BA22
Program Description
The business administrative technology diploma prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in today’s technology-driven work places. The program includes courses in office technology and diploma-level general education courses. Students receive comprehensive training in preparation for a variety of employment situations. Graduates of the business administrative assistant concentration will have completed the diploma, general office assistant certificate and the Microsoft office applications professional certificate. Graduates of the medical administrative assistant concentration will have completed the diploma, the medical office assistant certificate and the medical billing clerk certificate. (Program Length: 4 Semesters)
Students who do not type at least 25 words per minute will be advised to take BUSN 1100 their first semester.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates will find opportunities in business or medical offices as an administrative assistant, virtual administrative assistant, office administrator, executive assistant, medical billing assistant, medical insurance coder, receptionist and/or front office assistant depending on their concentration
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
CURRICULUM
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT CONCENTRATION 8BA2
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (50 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 11 Hours 2nd Semester 12 Hours
MATH 1012 Foundations of Mathematics BUSN 1400 Word Processing
FYES 1000 First Year Experience BUSN 1430 Desktop Publ & Presentation Appl ENGL 1010 Fundamentals of English I BUSN 1440 Document Production
EMPL 1000 or PSYC 1010
3rd Semester 14 Hours 4th Semester 13 Hours
BUSN 1410 Spreadsheet Concepts and Appli BUSN 2210 Applied Office Procedures BUSN 1240 Office Procedures BUSN 2200 Office Accounting or
ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I BUSN 1190 Digital Technologies in BUS
BUSN 2160 Electronic Mail Applications BUSN xxxx Electives (6 credit hours) BUSN 2190 Busn Doc Proofreading & Editing
50 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Please note this schedule is with student’s first semester in the Fall and no summer semester. Elective(s): any BUSN course not required for program completion. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1420, BUSN 2170, BUSN 1180 and/or BUSN 2180.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT CONCENTRATION 8M12
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (52 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 13 Hours 2nd Semester 13 Hours
ALHS 1090 MedTerm/Allied Health Sciences or
BUSN 2300 Medical Terminology BUSN 1400 Word Processing FYES 1000 First Year Experience BUSN 1440 Document Production ENGL 1010 Fundamentals of English I ALHS 1011 Structure & Function of the Human Body or
ALHS 1010 or BUSN 2310 MATH 1012 Foundations of Mathematics
EMPL 1000 or PSYC 1010
3rd Semester 12 Hours 4th Semester 14 Hours
MAST 1120 Human Path Condition BUSN 2340 Medical Administrative Proced BUSN 2370 Med Office Billing/Coding/Ins BUSN 2200 Office Accounting or
ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I BUSN 2190 BusnDoc Proofreading&Editing
BUSN xxxx Elective (3 credit hours) BUSN xxxx Elective (6 credit hours) 52 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
Please note this schedule is with student’s first semester in the Fall and no summer semester. Elective(s): any BUSN course not required for program completion. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 1190, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1240, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1410, BUSN 1420, BUSN 1430, BUSN 2160, BUSN 2170, and/or BUSN 2180.
Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites which are not included in the above
curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions.
Administrative Support Assistant
Certificate Program AS21
Program Description
This certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions in office administration. Courses will cover word processing, keyboarding, and office procedures. Students wanting to work in medical or health offices are advised to take ALHS 1090 for their elective. All other students are advised to take any BUSN course for their elective. Courses in this certificate apply to the business administrative technology degree and/or diploma programs. (Program Length: 2 Semesters)
Students who do not type at least 25 words per minute will be advised to take BUSN 1100 their first semester.
Employment Opportunities
Office assistant, receptionist, virtual administrative assistant, typist CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (19 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 8 Hours 2nd Semester 11 Hours
BUSN xxxx Electives (6 credit hours) BUSN 1240 Office Procedures FYES 1000 First Year Experience BUSN 1440 Document Production
BUSN 1400 Word Processing 19 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Please note this schedule is with student’s first semester in the Fall and no summer semester. Elective(s): any BUSN course not in this certificate program, ALHS 1090. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 2200, BUSN 1190, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1410, BUSN 1420, BUSN 1430, BUSN 2160, BUSN 2170, and/or BUSN 2180.
Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites which are not included in the above
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
Medical Billing Clerk
Certificate Program MB21
Program Description
The medical billing clerk certificate provides instruction in medical insurance and medical billing for reimbursement purposes. Courses in this certificate apply to the business administrative technology degree and/or diploma programs. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum)
Students who do not type at least 25 words per minute will be advised to take BUSN 1100 their first semester.
Employment Opportunities
Medical office assistant, receptionist, virtual administrative assistant, medical billing assistant, medical insurance coder
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (21 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 9 Hours 2nd Semester 12 Hours
ALHS 1090 MedTerm/Allied Health Sciences or
BUSN 2300 BUSN 2370 Med Office Billing/Coding/Ins FYES 1000 First Year Experience BUSN 1440 Document Production ALHS 1011 Structure & Function of the
Human Body or
ALHS 1010 or BUSN 2310 BUSN xxxx Electives (5 credit hours) 21 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Please note this schedule is with student’s first semester in the Fall and no summer semester. Elective(s): any BUSN course not required in this certificate. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1240, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1410, BUSN 1420, BUSN 1430, BUSN 2160, BUSN 2190 and/or BUSN 2180.
Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites which are not included in the above
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
Medical Front Office Assistant
Certificate Program MF21
Program Description
The medical front office assistant certificate is designed to provide the educational opportunities to individuals that will enable them to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to secure an entry level position as a receptionist in a physician’s office, hospital, clinic, or other related areas. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in office technology. Courses in this certificate apply to the business administrative technology degree and/or diploma programs. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum)
Students who do not type at least 25 words per minute will be advised to take BUSN1100 their first semester.
Employment Opportunities
Medical office assistant, medical front office assistant, medical receptionist, virtual administrative assistant, typist
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (26 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 12 Hours 2nd Semester 10 Hours
ALHS 1090 MedTerm/Allied Health Sciences or
BUSN 2300 BUSN 1440 Document Production FYES 1000 First Year Experience BUSN xxxx Electives (6 credit hours) ENGL 1010 Fundamentals of English I
ALHS 1011 Structure & Function of the Human Body
3rd Semester 4 Hours
BUSN 2340 Medical Administrative Procedures
26 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Please note this schedule is with student’s first semester in the Fall and no summer semester. Elective(s): any BUSN course not required in this certificate program.
Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1240, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1410, BUSN 1420, BUSN 1430, BUSN 2160, BUSN 2190 and/or BUSN 2180.
Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites which are not included in the above
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
Microsoft Office Application Professional
Certificate Program MF41
Program Description
The Microsoft office application professional certificate provides students with the knowledge and skills in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications. The hands-on instruction covers skills that are beneficial in any situation where computers are used. This certificate can extend and update current skills or provide skills to start a variety of careers. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in business administrative technology. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum)
Employment Opportunities
Microsoft Office Specialist, software applications, applications help desk assistant, virtual assistant CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (21 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 5 Hours 2nd Semester 16 Hours
FYES 1000 First Year Experience BUSN 1400 Word Processing
BUSN xxxx Elective (3 credit hours) BUSN 1410 Spreadsheet Concepts and Appli BUSN 1420 Database Applications
BUSN 1430 Desktop Publ &Presentation Appli 21 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Please note this schedule is with student’s first semester in the Fall and no summer semester. Elective(s): any BUSN not required in this certificate program completion.
Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 2200, BUSN 1190, BUSN 1240, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1420, BUSN 1440, BUSN 2160, BUSN 2170, and/or BUSN 2180
Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites which are not included in the above
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
Technical Specialist
Certificate Program TC31
Program Description
This certificate will include an introduction to the kinds of writing and speaking skills people need in any technically oriented job. No matter what sort of professional work is involved, it is likely to have a large amount of communication that is technical in nature. This program of study can be valuable for any projects worked on, for any organizations worked in, and for any career field. This is a degree level certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum)
Students in this program are advised by the advisement center, building 100, room 811. CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (35 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 11 Hours 2nd Semester 12 Hours
ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric General Education Area IV* FYES 1000 First Year Experience General Education Area II *
General Education Area II * General Education Class *(Any Gen Ed Area) General Education Area III * Occupational Elective
3rd Semester 12 Hours
General Education Area IV *
General Education Class * (Any Gen Ed Area) Occupational Elective
Occupational Elective
35 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Occupational Electives:
Students must complete one of the following 3 course sequences:
Accounting Course Option: ACCT 1100, ACCT 1105, and ACCT 1115
Early Childhood Course Option: ECCE 1101, ECCE 1103, and ECCE 1105
Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Option: HRTM 1150, HRTM 1201, and HRTM 1210
Marketing Option: MKTG 1100, MKTG 1160, and MKTG 1190.
The general educational courses noted with an (*) can be selected from 23 courses listed on pages 89-90.
Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites which are not included in the above
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS
Business Management:
General Management, Human Resource Management,
Logistics Management, and Operations Management
Associate of Applied Science Degree MD13
Program Description
The business management degree prepares students currently in management and students anticipating career changes into management for advanced positions in a variety of business and industries. The business management program includes management and accounting courses and college-level general education courses. Graduates of the program receive a degree in business management with a concentration in general management, human resource management, or operations management. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum)
Employment Opportunities
Management positions in business and industry
CURRICULUM
GENERAL MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION 81G3
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (63 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 14 Hours 2nd Semester 15 Hours
MGMT 1100 Principles of Management MGMT 1110 Employment Law
MGMT 2125 Performance Management MGMT 2115 Human Resource Management MGMT 2130 Employee Training
&Development MGMT 1105 Organizational Behavior MGMT 1115 Leadership MGMT 1120 Introduction to Business FYES 1000 First Year Experience General Education Area I - ENGL 1101
3rd Semester 18 Hours 4th Semester 16 Hours
MGMT 2120 Labor Management Relations MGMT 2215 Team Project
MGMT 2200 Production/Operations Manage General Ed Area III - MATH 1111, MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 MGMT 1125 Business Ethics PSYC 1101 Introductory Psychology * MGMT 2155 Quality Management Principles HUMN 1101 Introduction to Humanities * ENGL 1102 Literature and Composition * ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I ECON 2105 Principles of Economics
THE CONCENTRATION ELECTIVE WOULD ALLOW YOU TO GET BOTH IMBEDDED CERTIFICATES IF IT IS FILLED BY MGMT2130.
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION 82H3
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (63 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 14 Hours 2nd Semester 15 Hours
MGMT 1100 Principles of Management MGMT 1110 Employment Law
MGMT 2125 Performance Management MGMT 2115 Human Resource Management MGMT 2130 Employee Training &Development MGMT 1105 Organizational Behavior MGMT 1115 Leadership MGMT 1120 Introduction to Business FYES 1000 First Year Experience General Ed Areal I - ENGL 1101
3rd Semester 18 Hours 4th Semester 16 Hours
MGMT 2120 Labor Management Relations MGMT 2215 Team Project General Ed Area III - MATH 1111, MATH 1100
or MATH 1101 MGMT 2210 Project Management MGMT 1125 Business Ethics PSYC 1101 Introductory Psychology * MGMT 2155 Quality Management Principles HUMN 1101 Introduction to Humanities * ENGL 1102 Literature and Composition * ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I ECON 2105 Principles of Economics
Please note this schedule is with student’s first semester in the Fall and no summer semester.
LOGISTICS CONCENTRATION 86L3
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (63 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 14 Hours 2nd Semester 15 Hours
MGMT 1100 Principles of Management MGMT 1110 Employment Law
LOGI 1000 Business Logistics MGMT 2115 Human Resource Management LOGI 1010 Purchasing MGMT 1105 Organizational Behavior MGMT 1115 Leadership MGMT 1120 Introduction to Business FYES 1000 First Year Experience General Ed Areal I - ENGL 1101
3rd Semester 18 Hours 4th Semester 16 Hours
General Ed Area III – MATH 1111 or MATH
1100 or MATH 1101 MGMT 2215 Team Project MGMT 1125 Business Ethics MGMT 2210 Project Management LOGI 1120 Materials Management PSYC 1101 Introductory Psychology LOGI 1030 Product Life Cycle Management HUMN 1101 Introduction to Humanities ENGL 1102 Literature and Composition * ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I ECON 2105 Principles of Economics
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION 83P3
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (63 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 14 Hours 2nd Semester 15 Hours
MGMT 1100 Principles of Management MGMT 1110 Employment Law
MGMT 2125 Performance Management MGMT 2115 Human Resource Management MGMT 2130 Employee Training
&Development MGMT 1105 Organizational Behavior MGMT 1115 Leadership MGMT 1120 Introduction to Business FYES 1000 First Year Experience General Ed Areal I - ENGL 1101
3rd Semester 18 Hours 4th Semester 16 Hours
General Ed Area III – MATH 1111 or MATH
1100 or MATH 1101 MGMT 2215 Team Project MGMT 2200 Production/Operations Mgmnt MGMT 2210 Project Management MGMT 1125 Business Ethics PSYC 1101 Introductory Psychology MGMT 2155 Quality Management Principles HUMN 1101 Introduction to Humanities ENGL 1102 Literature and Composition * ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I ECON 2105 Principles of Economics
Please note this schedule is with student’s first semester in the Fall and no summer semester.
63 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Elective(s): any MGMT, MKTG courses and/or ACCT 1105, ACCT 1115, ACCT 1130, CIST 1001, or BUSN 1240
For the general educational courses noted with an (*), students can select from classes listed on pages 89-90. All associate’s degree students are required to take a minimum of 15 general educational course credits. A minimum of one course must be selected from course Area I, Area II, Area III and Area IV.
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS
Business Management
Diploma Program MD12
Program Description
The business management diploma prepares students currently in management and students anticipating career changes into management for advanced positions in a variety of business and industries. The program includes management and accounting courses and diploma-level general education courses. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum)
Employment Opportunities
Management positions in business and industry
CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (46 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 15 Hours 2nd Semester 18 Hours
MGMT 1100 Principles of Management MGMT 1110 Employment Law MGMT 1125 Business Ethics MGMT 1105 Organizational Behavior MGMT 2125 Performance Management MGMT 1115 Leadership
MGMT 2130 Employee Training &Development MGMT 1120 Introduction to Business MGMT 2155 Quality Management Principles MGMT 2115 Human Resource Management
MGMT 2215 Team Project
3rd Semester 13 Hours
ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I ENGL 1010 Fundamentals of English I MATH 1012 Foundations of Mathematics EMPL 1000 Interpersonal Relat & Prof Dev or PSYC 1010 Basic Psychology
46 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
The First Year Experience course (FYES 1000) is required for students entering in this program with less than 30 semester hours of college credit.
Please note this schedule is with student’s first semester in the Fall and no summer semester.
Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites which are not included in the above
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS
Human Resource Management Specialist
Certificate Program HRM1
Program Description
The human resource management specialist certificate program provides courses which deal with the philosophy, policies, procedures, and practices relating to the management of people within an organization, including personnel planning, work design, staffing, training, performance appraisal, compensation, and employee protection. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in business management and the degree program in management and supervisory development technical specialist. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum)
Employment Opportunities
Human resource management specialist in business and industry CURRICULUM
SAMPLE STUDENT SCHEDULE (18 CREDIT HOURS)
1st Semester 9 Hours 2nd Semester 9 Hours
MGMT 2125 Performance Management MGMT 1105 Organizational Behavior MGMT 2130 Employee Training
&Development MGMT 2115 Human Resource Management MGMT 1100 Principles of Management MGMT 1110 Employment Law or MGMT 2120
18 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Please note this schedule is with student’s first semester in the Fall and no summer semester. Elective(s): MGMT 1100, MGMT 1110, MGMT 1125, MGMT 2155.
Logistics Management Specialist
Certificate Program LM21
Program Description
The Logistics TCC program is a sequence of courses that are designed to prepare students for employment in the field of business logistics. The program focuses on specific occupational courses in the area of logistics which are designed to provide an overview of the process from product idea conception to the delivery of the product to the consumer. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum)
Employment Opportunities
Employment from this program will be initially entry level logistics positions such as dispatcher, warehouse clerk or logistics technician. Once the graduate gains experience, expected positions could include logistics analyst.