Program restructuring provides students better service, options

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Program restructuring provides students better service, options

Several Delgado programs have not been completely "terminated," but revised. In order to better serve our students, several programs have been restructured and offered in conjunction with other programs. Below is a list of programs that have been (1) moved/renamed/offered under other existing degree, certificate, or Workforce programs, or (2) eliminated because other existing, related programs provide equivalent instruction and training. Students who need guidance if they are currently studying in one of the affected programs, or need help selecting a new, appropriate course of study, are encouraged to visit their advisors.

Terminated Program Environmental Studies/The Built Environment Certificate of Technical Studies

Related Program(s) Non-Credit / Specialized Training Division: Workforce Development and Technical Education

Carpentry

Certificate of Technical Studies

Division: Technical Division

Architectural/Design Construction Technology

Associate of Applied Science

Division: Business and Technology

Civil and Construction Applied Engineering Technology

Welding

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Computer Aided Design and Drafting Certificate of Technical Studies Associate of Applied Science

Summary: The Certificate of Technical Studies in Environmental Studies/The Built Environment was terminated due to lack of enrollment; the specialized skills learned address a small portion of contemporary workforce need in construction trades and design. Non-credit course offerings are available, and interested parties should contact the Workforce Development and

Technical Education Division at (504) 671-6705 or Keidra Williams at [email protected]. The College also offers a Certificate program in Carpentry. This certificate is designed to prepare students for success in jobs in Construction Trades. Interested students should contact the Technical Division at (504) 671-6705 or Keidra Williams at [email protected]. Associate degree programs in Architectural/Design Construction Technology and Civil and Construction Applied Engineering Technology are also offered at the College. The

Architectural/Design Construction Technology Program is designed to prepare graduates to work as technical management personnel for architects, engineers, design-builders,

developers, general contractors, subcontractors, fabricators, technical construction material sales companies, or the government, and the Civil and Construction Applied Engineering Technology program is designed to prepare graduates with the knowledge and

competencies necessary to obtain entry level employment in the construction technology field. Those interested in either program should contact the Division of Business and Technology at (504) 671-6116 or Rachael Ramsey at [email protected].

The College offers Certificate programs in welding, to include all aspects of the welding craft. Interested students should contact the Technical Division at (504) 671-6705 or Keidra

Williams at [email protected].

Degree and Certificate programs in Computer Aided Design and Drafting help students to develop skills and techniques used in the drafting room. Students learn to identify and solve various types of drafting problems and at the same time develop the flexibility needed to adapt to various work settings. Those interested in either program should contact the

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Division of Business and Technology at (504) 671-6116 or Rachael Ramsey at [email protected].

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Terminated Program Cosmetology Teacher Trainer Certificate of Technical Studies

Related Program(s) Non-Credit / Specialized Training Division: Workforce Development and Technical Education

Cosmetology Technical Diploma

Barber-Styling Technical Diploma

Summary: The Certificate of Technical Studies in Cosmetology Teacher Trainer was designed to prepare licensed Cosmetologists to sit for, and successfully pass, the Louisiana State Board of

Cosmetology’s licensure exam for Cosmetology instructors. Successfully completing the

licensure examination allows a Cosmetologist to teach cosmetology skills to students enrolled in licensed cosmetology schools. The specialized program requires students to hold valid

licensure and work experience as a Cosmetologist. Specialized training courses for licensed Cosmetologists to become Cosmetology Instructors will be offered as non-credit. Students

interested in this type of training should contact the Cosmetology department at (504) 671-6705 or Keidra Williams at [email protected].

Please note that the College continues to offer Technical Diploma programs in Cosmetology and Barber-Styling; the College is authorized to offer these programs through Louisiana State

Boards, and successful graduates are eligible to sit for Louisiana licensure exams. Students interested in the Cosmetology or Barber-Styling programs should contact the Technical Division at (504) 671-6705 or Keidra Williams at [email protected].

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Terminated Program Collision Repair Technology: Basic Structure Repair Person Certificate of Technical Studies

Related Programs: Motor Vehicle Technology Certificate of Technical Studies

Motor Vehicle Technology Associate of Applied Science

Summary: The Certificate of Technical Studies in Collision Repair Technology: Basic Structure Repair Person was a specialized instructional program that does not meet current industry needs. The College still offers a Certificate program and a Degree program in Motor Vehicle

Technology. The existing programs in Motor Vehicle Technology offered at the College each contain a concentration titled “Collision Repair.” The Collision Repair Concentration contains coursework in Automotive Gas Metal Arc Welding, Automotive Painting, and Collision Repair. Additionally, the College offers Technical Competency Areas (T.C.A.) in Automotive Gas Metal Arc Welding and Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Light Repair. The existing TCAs, Certificate, and degree programs are adequate to meet current workforce needs, and provide students with a pathway to continue their education and advance their careers in the Motor Vehicle Technology industry. Students interested in Motor Vehicle Technology / Collision Repair programs should contact the Technical Division at (504) 671-6705 or Keidra Williams at [email protected].

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Terminated Program Diesel Power Technology Certificate of Technical Studies

Related Programs: Non-Credit / Specialized Training Division: Workforce Development and Technical Education

Motor Vehicle Technology Certificate of Technical Studies

Motor Vehicle Technology Associate of Applied Science

Summary: The Certificate of Technical Studies in Diesel Power Technology was designed to prepare the graduate for a career in the operation, repair, and maintenance of diesel/multi-fuel industrial engines and equipment. Students interested in this specialized training should contact the Workforce Development and Technical Education Division at (504) 671-6705 or Keidra Williams at [email protected].

Students interested in Motor Vehicle Technology (Automotive Diesel applications) should contact the Technical Division at (504) 671-6705 or Keidra Williams at [email protected].

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Terminated Program Electrical/Electrician: Energy Systems Technician Certificate of Technical Studies

Related Programs: Electrician: Residential

Electrician: Commercial

Electrician: Small Industrial Certificate of Technical Studies

Summary: The program in Electrical/Electrician: Energy Systems Technician, as designed, lacked a clear focus and identified industry purpose. The program was maintained to expand training for electricians to new/alternative energy applications; however, does not meet current workforce, employer, or student need. The College continues to offer a variety of programs designed to prepare students with the skills necessary to work as Electricians in many applications. Students interested in programs designed to prepare students for careers as Electricians should contact the Technical Division at (504) 671-6705 or Keidra Williams at

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Terminated Program Interior Design Technical Diploma Related Programs: Interior Design

Associate of Arts

Division: Arts & Humanities

Kitchen and Bath Design Certificate of Technical Studies

Division: Arts & Humanities

Summary: The Technical Diploma in Interior Design was designed for students possessing degrees in disciplines other than Interior Design to prepare for a career change and acquire the

appropriate credentials to practice as an Interior Designer. This program was a limited admissions program, restricted to those students in possession of an Associate degree or higher in a discipline other than Interior Design. The related program in Interior Design remains active, and courses toward the degree will still be offered. Students interested in a degree program in Interior Design, or in taking coursework in Interior Design to prepare for a change in career, should contact the Arts and Humanities Division at (504) 671-6535 or Erin Sanders at [email protected].

The Certificate program in Kitchen and Bath Design is a new program at the College, and prepares individuals for entry level and advanced positions in the Kitchen & Bath Design

Industry. The goal of the program is to provide students with competencies necessary to enter the workforce in entry-level and advanced positions in Kitchen and Bath Design and to pursue National Kitchen and Bath Design Certification. All courses used in the Certificate program may be applied to the Associate degree in Interior Design. Students interested in the Certificate program in Kitchen and Bath Design, or the Degree program in Interior Design should contact the Arts and Humanities Division at (504) 671-6535 or [email protected]..

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Restructured Program: Administrative Office Technology Associate of Applied Science Certificate of Technical Studies Related Program: Business and Management

Summary: The Administrative Office Technology Associate degree and Certificate program were designed to provide students with the knowledge and competencies necessary to obtain employment as administrative assistants, executive secretaries, or software application specialists in business, industry, or government. While both programs are being cancelled, coursework in Administrative Office Technologies will continue to be offered at the College, and may be applied to a specialized concentration of study in the Associate degree program in Business and Management. Students interested in Administrative Office Technology should contact the Business and Technology Division at (504) 671-6116 or Rachael Ramsey at [email protected].

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Restructured Program Performance and Media Arts – Print/Broadcast Journalism Related Program: Louisiana Transfer Degree

Associate of General Studies

Summary: The A.A. in Performance and Media Arts with a concentration in Print/Broadcast Journalism was designed to provide students with foundational skills to transfer to a related Baccalaureate degree program in Journalism at a senior college or university. This concentration prepared students for a variety of opportunities in any field that require strong writing skills: public relations, print (newspapers and magazines), broadcasting (radio and television), advertising, or business and technical writing. Coursework in Journalism (MSCM) will continue to be offered at the College, and may be applied to a degree in General Studies or the Louisiana Transfer degree. Students interested in Journalism should contact the Arts and Humanities Division at (504) 671-6535 or Lynn Murphy at [email protected] for the General Studies degree and Kayla Smith at (504) 671-5140 or [email protected] for the Louisiana Transfer degree.

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Restructured Program Performance and Media Arts – Public Relations Related Program: Louisiana Transfer Degree

Summary: The A.A. in Performance and Media Arts with a concentration in Public Relations was designed to provide students with foundational skills to transfer to a related Baccalaureate degree program in Journalism at a senior college or university. Students focused on written and oral communication skills-including interpersonal skills, presentation skills, writing and submitting press releases, media relations, and customer service. Coursework in Public

Relations (MSCM) will continue to be offered at the College, and may be applied to a degree in General Studies or the Louisiana Transfer degree. Students interested in Public Relations should contact the Arts and Humanities Division at (504) 671-6535 or Lynn Murphy at [email protected] for the General Studies degree and Kayla Smith at (504) 671-5140 or [email protected] for the Louisiana Transfer degree.

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Restructured Program Performance and Media Arts – Speech Communication Related Program: Louisiana Transfer Degree

Summary: The A.A. in Performance and Media Arts with a concentration in Speech was designed to provide students with foundational skills to transfer to a related Baccalaureate degree program at a senior college or university. Graduates in the Speech Communication concentration may find employment in law enforcement, governmental affairs, customer relations, sales, social services, or any position that requires communication skills. Coursework in Speech (SPCH) will continue to be offered at the College, and may be applied to a degree in General Studies or the Louisiana Transfer degree. Students interested in Speech should contact the Arts and Humanities Division at (504) 671-6535 or Lynn Murphy at [email protected] for the General Studies degree and Kayla Smith at (504) 671-5140 or [email protected] for the Louisiana Transfer degree.

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Restructured Program Performance and Media Arts – Theatre Arts Related Program: Associate of General Studies

Louisiana Transfer Degree

Summary: The A.A. in Performance and Media Arts with a concentration in Theatre Arts was designed to provide students with foundational skills to transfer to a related Baccalaureate degree program at a senior college or university. The goal of the concentration was designed to develop and promote communication skills, creativity, and self-expression through the study and

appreciation of various aspects of the theatre. Students may eventually enter careers in the performing arts fields of acting, management, design, production, or education. Coursework in Theatre Arts (THEA) will continue to be offered at the College, and may be applied to a degree in General Studies or the Louisiana Transfer degree. Students interested in Theatre Arts should contact the Arts and Humanities Division at (504) 671-6535 or Lynn Murphy at [email protected] for the General Studies degree and Kayla Smith at (504) 671-5140 or [email protected] for the Louisiana Transfer degree.

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Restructured Program

Performance and Media Arts – Television Production

Related Program: Associate of General Studies

Summary: The A.A. in Performance and Media Arts with a concentration in

Theatre Arts was designed to provide students with foundational skills to transfer to a related Baccalaureate degree program at a senior college or university. The goal of the concentration was to produce students possessing skills necessary to enter the workforce in entry-level and support personnel; and, for

advancement to management-level production positions and for competitiveness in broadcast and film/video production, the concentration allowed students to continue their education at a senior College or University while working in the industry. Coursework in Television Production (TEVP) will continue to be offered at the College, and may be applied to a degree in General Studies. Students interested in Television Production should contact the Arts and Humanities Division at (504)

671-6535 or [email protected].