Hawkeye Community College

Accounting

The Accounting program prepares you for an entry-level career in the accounting field. You will gain hands-on experience with: Preparing, analyzing, and tracking financial information, Individual income tax preparation, Payroll accounting, Accounts payable and receivable, Computer accounting systems, including Sage Accounting and QuickBooks, Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel and Word.

Accounting Technician

This one-year award will prepare students for entry positions in accounting and related fields. In addition to preparing, analyzing, and tracking financial information through the accounts and records of a business the students get experience with the MS Office suite, payroll, and Sage and Quickbooks accounting software.

Administrative Assistant

The Administrative Assistant program helps students develop the knowledge, skills, and attitude of proficient office workers. Students also become knowledgeable in computer operations such as database, spreadsheets, and word processing.

Administrative Office Management

The Administrative Office Management Program prepares students for high level administrative support, entry level office management including coordinating, managing, and facilitating functions of the office.

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)

The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) certificate prepares students for National and Iowa certification.

Advanced Manufacturing Welding

Ag Business Management

The Agricultural Business Management program prepares students for careers in sales, service, production, management, marketing, and research in agriculture. Hawkeye's 400-acre Farm Lab utilizes new and up-to-date facilities and equipment to provide students hands-on experience with the latest production and management techniques. Prepares students to directly enter the work force or transfer to a four year institution.

Animal Science

Students gain hands-on training on Hawkeye's 400-acre Farm Lab in the latest production and management techniques. Graduates find employment working in livestock production, livestock sales and marketing, livestock processing, and animal genetics.

Auto Collision Technologies

Students will be provided with training in collision damage, refinishing, estimating, automotive frame/uni-body technician, auto body painter, collision specialist, estimator, and auto collision repair management. Training will also be provided in steering and suspension components, A/C systems, electronics and brakes. Students will have opportunities to gain industry certifications in various areas. This degree will prepare the student for an entry level position in the auto collision industry.

Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology program prepares students for a career in the vast field of automotive repair. In auto education classes, students gain hands-on experience in testing and diagnosing, engine drivability diagnosis, automatic transmissions, gas engines, suspension, alignment, brakes, and basic electricity.

Biology Transfer Major

The biology transfer major will allow you to transfer to a public or private four-year college or university to earn a degree in biology. Consider biology if you are interested in research with industry or government, primary or secondary school teaching, or entering advanced degree programs for practice in health professions such as medicine, dentistry, or physical therapy.

Business Administration

The Business Administration program is designed for students that wish to explore the field of business by providing courses in business, accounting, economics, and management. Students graduating from the program will have a solid business background to enter the job market in a variety of positions such as sales, finance, management trainee, and small business operations. This program will also allow those who are currently employed to update skills and knowledge to advance their career.

Business Transfer Major

Students studying Business will gain knowledge in statistics, accounting, information systems, and economics.

Chemistry Transfer Major

The chemistry transfer major will allow you to transfer to a public or private four-year college or university to earn a degree in chemistry. Consider chemistry if you are interested in research with industry or government, secondary school teaching, or entering advanced degree programs for practice in some health professions.

Civil and Construction Engineering Technology

The Civil and Construction Engineering Technology program is a 2-year STEM-related degree which prepares students for an entry- level career as a technician working with civil engineers, surveyors, contractors, architects and government agencies in the planning, design, and overseeing of construction and maintenance of public and private infrastructure and facilities.

CNC Machine Operator

The CNC Machine Operator Certificate award program prepares the student to become an entry-level CNC Lathe or Mill Operator. Completers of this program are capable of loading and unloading parts, is acquainted with basic G & M code descriptions, can perform basic tasks on manual machine shop equipment such as lathes mills drill presses etc., can perform basic measuring processes, and can read basic machine prints.

CNC Machine Set-Up Specialist

The CNC Machine Set-Up Specialist Certificate award provides students with skills to perform as an entry level CNC Lathe or Mill Set- up person. Students will achieve competencies to check and replace tooling, align locate and position machine parts on the CNC equipment, read machine prints that use Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, as well as understand a more in-depth G & M code program. Students completing this award possess a higher level of manual machining capabilities.

CNC Machining and Tool-Making Technology

The Toolmaker-CNC Machinist Associates Degree level program provides students with entry level skills to become a Tool Maker, which includes not only tool making but die building, mold making, Jig and Fixture building, tool room machining, some basic skills in design, as well as an introduction to both manual and CMM inspection. The first year of this program encompasses CNC Machining Technologies.

CNC Machining Technology

The CNC Machining Technology Diploma program provides students with CNC programming classes to achieve an entry level understanding of program creation with both manual G & M code programs and Computer Aided Machining (CAM) type programming. Students will also Program, set-up, and operate EDM equipment. Students will be more competent in the understanding of CNC fixtures and other part holding techniques.

Collision Repair and Refinishing

The Collision Repair and Refinishing diploma prepares students for entry level positions within the repair and refinishing industry. Students gain hands on experiences in straightening and changing auto body panels, prepping, priming, and painting vehicles, with waterborne and solvent base paint, estimating, welding, suspension, plastic repair, frame setup and measuring, pulling and basic electricity are topics within this course.

Communication Transfer Major

A degree in communication prepares students for a variety of careers. Students who study communication are not only highly sought after in fields like marketing and public relations but also in areas you may not immediately think of, such as banking. Communication majors are known for being skillful at taking complex information and making it easy to understand, as well as their ability to connect with others. This makes them highly sought after in many fields.

Computer Networking Technician

Diploma in Computer Network Technician The certification geared program prepares students to and manage networks. This program targets CompTIA's A+ and Microsoft's MTA certifications. Students focus on hardware and operating systems through basic server setup. This program provides entry-level training targeting help desk operations and duties.

Criminal Justice Transfer Major

TV shows like CSI, SVU, SWAT, NCIS, and Criminal Minds have captivated audiences worldwide. Their popularity has created a high level of interest for careers in the growing field of criminal justice with a need for individuals possessing skills in computers, science, technology, psychology, and social sciences.

Cybersecurity

This certificate is designed for IT professionals looking to explore security or expand their current IT skill set. Topics covered include firewalls, ethical hacking, endpoint protection, computer system hardening, cybersecurity attacks and countermeasures. The program requires students to complete five IT security specific courses totaling 16 credits. Students can complete the certificate in as few as two semesters.

Cybersecurity

The Cybersecurity program prepares students to plan, implement and defend networks of all sizes. Networks are expanding and are no longer comprised of only computers. Each mobile device and home automation effort expands the size of the network – with each one of those being a security vulnerability. Every home and organization is implementing some type of security to protect their essential systems.

Dental Assisting

This program prepares students to assist the dentist at chair side, perform receptionist and clinical functions and carry out selected dental laboratory work. Students gain valuable experience and training needed to work as a dental assistant.

Dental Hygiene

Dental hygienists provide educational, clinical, and therapeutic services to the public focusing on disease prevention and health promotion. They also help patients develop and maintain good oral health. The Dental Hygiene program provides stimulating and rigorous classroom and clinical experience in Hawkeye’s Dental Clinic. Students are educated in oral and dental hygiene sciences, natural sciences, clinical sciences, community health, and professional development.

Diesel Technology

The Diesel Technology program prepares students to become proficient in service and repair of diesel powered equipment. Types of equipment included are agricultural, construction, and diesel trucks. Students train in a number of areas including repair and maintenance of internal combustion engines, diesel fuel systems, hydraulics, power train, and electrical/electronic systems.

Digital Mass Media

The Digital Mass Media program at Hawkeye Community College will provide students with an in-depth knowledge of the digital mass media industry and all the requisite skills to go into a variety of fields within mass media communication and production. Students will be prepared for careers in the areas of video production, audio production, and video journalism. Students will operate state of the art equipment in both audio and video production while engaged in authentic learning projects.

Digital Media Transfer Major

Students studying the Transfer Major in Digital Media will acquire an essential Liberal Arts background and take classes preparing them to transfer into bachelor's programs or enter the job market in positions requiring basic skills in media production, media writing, and communication. If you are interested in completing a bachelor’s degree in Digital Media (or closely related field) you should consider the Digital Media Liberal Arts Transfer Major.

Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood Education certificate prepares the student for an entry-level position in a child care program. This program meets the requirements for clock hours of formal child care education required for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.

Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood Education diploma prepares students for competence in assuming a position of responsibility in working with young children in a variety of settings. Persons with a diploma typically work in child care centers or as family home child care providers.

Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood Education Applied Science Degree is designed to build on the skills developed in the diploma program and gain further education and competence to enter the work force. Additional coursework includes family relationships, program administration, curriculum planning, and job search skills.

Early Childhood Teacher Licensure Transfer Major

The early childhood (teacher licensure) transfer major is an introduction to teaching Pre-Kindergarten through grade 3. Students interested in teaching early childhood may also be interested in the Early Childhood Education AAS degree program. Visit with an advisor to find the program that best suits your educational and career goals. Starting your education major at Hawkeye will allow you to have practical experience with students in local schools beginning on day one.

Electronics Engineering Technology

The Electronics Engineering Technology - Electronic Emphasis degree prepares the student to work with electronics engineers. Together they design, develop, and manufacture industrial and consumer electronic equipment. They are involved in fabricating, operating, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment.

Electronics Installer

The Electronics Installer Certificate prepares the student to work under be under direct supervision by experienced technicians or department manager. The careers include sales, and preventive maintenance.

Electronics Technician

The Electronics Technician - Diploma prepares the student to work in the entry level electronic careers. The careers include sales, consumer product and industrial equipment repair, and preventive maintenance. These individuals will be under direct supervision department manager.

Elementary Education Transfer Major

The elementary education transfer major give students an introduction into teaching in pre-K and elementary schools. It is designed for students to complete the first two years of a four-year teaching degree program, earning their Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts. Students then transfer to an accredited teacher’s education program at a public or private four-year college or university.

Emergency Medical Services

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program prepares students for entry-level positions in the workforce as emergency medical technicians and paramedics. Students gain the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to recognize, assess, and manage medical emergencies in a pre-hospital setting. They learn to evaluate and manage patients with acute traumatic and medical conditions.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

The EMT certificate prepares students for entry-level positions as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT). After successful completion, students will be eligible for National and Iowa EMT certification.

English Transfer Major

The English transfer major will allow you to transfer to a public or private four-year college or university to earn a degree in English. Consider English if you are interested in a career in English, publishing, editing, technical writing, or creative writing.

Entrepreneurship

Upon completion of the entrepreneurship certificate program, students will be positioned with basic business acumen in areas of business basics, accounting, management, small business management, and professional selling.

Exercise Science and Kinesiology Transfer Major

A career in Exercise Science and Kinesiology aims to improve lifestyles by focusing on prevention and helping to change individual behavior and thought-processes. Options include working with individuals directly or through school and workplace programs. Students interested in completing a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and Kinesiology you should consider the Exercise Science and Kinesiology Liberal Arts Transfer Major.

Fine Arts Transfer Major

If you are interested in completing a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts you should consider the Fine Arts Liberal Arts Transfer Major. Students interested in Fine Arts will investigate the creative possibilities of a variety of media and process in personal expression ranging from drawing, painting, photography, and design, as well as a contextual perspective of world art and its concepts.

General Agriculture

The Agricultural Business Management program prepares students for careers in sales, service, production, management, marketing, and research in agriculture. Hawkeye's 400-acre Farm Lab utilizes new and up-to-date facilities and equipment to provide students hands-on experience with the latest production and management techniques. Prepares students to enter entry level work force.

Graphic Design

The Graphic Design program provides students with an education in print publication design and web design. Students are provided with experience in design and layout, typography, desktop publishing, illustration, photo editing, photo shoot direction, pre-press production processes, interactive multimedia, motion graphics and animation for web, and web design and development. Students are also trained to utilize the leading graphic design software and latest web design technologies.

Heating and Air Conditioning

The Heating and Air Conditioning program is designed to provide classroom and shop learning experiences. Students gain the knowledge to become proficient in the theory and service of domestic environmental, and comfort conditioning equipment.

History Transfer Major

Students studying History will acquire an essential Liberal Arts background preparing them for careers calling for skills in research, analysis, information management, writing, and speaking. If you are interested in completing a bachelor’s degree in History you should consider the History Liberal Arts Transfer Major.

Hospitality Management

This program prepares individuals to manage food and lodging operations. The program includes instruction in hospitality principles and operations, management marketing and sales.

Human and Family Services Transfer Major

Are you interested in exploring and understanding human behaviors, social policy, and social programs? The transfer major in Human and Family Services is intended to prepare students for employment with various types of social agencies. This program is for students interested in transferring to a four-year institution with a major related to Human and Family Services.

Human Resource Management

Associates of Applied Science degree in Human Resource Management is designed to prepare students for positions as managers and human resources professionals in HR settings, departments and roles.

Industrial Automation Technology

The Industrial Automation Technology AAS degree program prepares students to work on advanced automated equipment for manufacturing and process control. Students work with electrical, electronics, mechanical and robotic systems and components. Metals processing, food processing and automatic equipment are main areas of employment for graduates of the Associates Degree.

Industrial Equipment Maintenance

The Industrial Equipment Maintenance Diploma option provides students with introductory mechanical, electrical and welding skills. Introductory computer programming and programmable control of machines are also covered. This two-semester option enables the graduate to apply for many jobs in factory maintenance, automation and mechanical and electrical control.

Information Systems Management

A.A.S. in Information Systems Management. The program prepares students to implement and manage IT systems in a technology based business environment. Students gain a solid understanding of hardware, networking, and applications along with their impact in business. First year coursework focuses on hardware, operating systems and networking equipment. Second year focus is business. Coursework includes Human Resources, Accounting and Marketing.

Intermediate Manufacturing Welding: GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, and Robotics

Intermediate Manufacturing Welding: GTAW, Carbon Steel, Aluminum and Stainless Steel

Journalism Transfer Major

The journalism transfer major will allow you to transfer to a public or private four-year college or university to earn a degree in journalism. Consider journalism if you are interested in a career in reporting, editing, technical writing, public relations or social media management.

Liberal Arts Transfer Plan (A.A.)

Liberal Arts Transfer Plan (A.S.)

Marketing

The Marketing Management program prepares students with the competencies to enter mid-management marketing. Students learn the essential skills for beginning a successful career in today's fast paced business environment and study marketing activities, management functions, decision-making skills, sales, merchandising, human resources, and promotions management. Courses feature an emphasis on the application of computer technology and communication.

Marketing Management

The Marketing Management program prepares students with the competencies to enter mid-management marketing. Students learn the essential skills for beginning a successful career in today's fast paced business environment and study marketing activities, management functions, decision-making skills, sales, merchandising, human resources, and promotions management. Courses feature an emphasis on the application of computer technology and communication.

Meat Science

Students will gain hands on training in the meat science industry utilizing up to date industry equipment in the meat lab. Completers of the certificate will obtain skills that will effectively pursue a career in the meat science industry.

Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled professional who assists in the delivery of healthcare under the supervision of a provider. The Medical Assistant program combines classroom, laboratory instruction and an off-site clinical practicum to provide students a comprehensive learning experience to perform dual roles as administrative and clinical assistants. The foundation of the program is built upon professional, interpersonal, oral and written communications skills.

Medical Laboratory Technology

Consistent with and complementary to the mission of Hawkeye Community College, the MLT program prepares men and women for entry-level work in a medical laboratory while under the supervision of a medical technologist, pathologist, or physician. The program provides training in routine procedures in microbiology, immunology, clinical chemistry, hematology, immunohematology, serology and urinalysis.

Natural Resources Aide

The certificate in Natural Resources Management provides students the very basic skills to obtain work experience in natural resources professions. Students learn about basic ecology and environmental science. Students obtain skills in outdoor recreation. Students choose between learning to identify native plants or animals. Students also choose between learning basic equipment operation and safety skills or fire management techniques and certifications, depending on the semester they enroll.

Natural Resources Management

The AAS degree in Natural Resources Management is a technical degree track of two years designed to give students hands-on opportunities in the field of natural resources while learning the theory behind the procedures. At the same time, students take courses to assist in the transfer to a four-year institution. Students earn certifications in Wildland Firefighting, chain saw safety, boating safety, Certified Interpretive Guide, Leave No Trace, Pesticide Application, Fish Iowa!, etc.

Network Administration and Engineering

A.A.S. in Network Administration and Engineering The certification geared program prepares students to design and manage networks. This program targets Cisco's CCNA and CompTIA's Network+ and A+ Certification. Coursework is tied to industry certifications. Students focus on hardware and operating systems through advanced server setup and network security. The Cisco Academy curriculum prepares students to design, implement, and support networks of all sizes.

Nursing: Associate Degree Nursing (RN)

Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program courses take your Practical Nursing knowledge to the next level. Advanced assessments, skills, and pharmacology help transition to the next scope of practice. You’ll continue to build your knowledge through hands on clinicals, labs, and courses covering medical, surgical, community, mental health, geriatric, pediatric, and maternal child populations.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Upon graduating from the occupational therapy assistant program, students are awarded an associate degree in sciences. This degree allows the graduate to sit for the national certification exam for occupational therapy assistants provided by the National Board of Certification of Occupational Therapy. A graduate cannot receive a permanent license to practice occupational therapy in the state of Iowa without graduating from an accredited program and passing the national certification exam.

Office Bookkeeper

This certificate will give students basic bookkeeping skills including knowledge of accounting, over-the-counter accounting software, word processing and spreadsheet software; and preparing payroll for small businesses.

Paramedic

The three-semester Paramedic certificate option is recommended for individuals who are state-licensed emergency medical technicians (EMT) and would like to advance their career as a paramedic. Students who complete the courses for this certificate will be eligible to take the NREMT National Certification Exams.

Physical Therapist Assistant

The Physical Therapist Assistant program prepares students with the entry-level skills and knowledge to perform interventions under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist to improve patient’s/client’s mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or lessen the impact of physical impairments or disabilities. Interventions include therapeutic exercise, patient education, manual techniques such as soft tissue mobilization, functional training, gait training, and modalities.

Police Science

The Police Science program prepares students for the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy state certification course, which is a required certification to work as a law enforcement officer in Iowa.

Political Science Transfer Major

A degree in Political Science offers students a variety of tracks working within public service or the private sector. Options include international affairs, global finance, government service and policy-making, law, and diplomacy. Graduate study in this field will further enhance career opportunities. Study in Political Science can be readily interfaced with other disciplinary areas.

Practical Nursing (LPN)

Practical Nursing program courses begin with basic skills such as head to toe assessments and medication administration. Throughout the program you’ll build your nursing foundation by covering health promotions throughout the lifespan and medical-surgical courses. Hands-on, real-life clinicals and simulated clinicals begin in term one.

Precision Agriculture

This student has focused in the area of precision agriculture taking courses in general precision agriculture, geographic information systems, hardware, and agronomy. To be completed as part of the Ag Business Management degree program.

Professional Photography

The Professional Photography degree prepares students for work in the portrait field, the commercial field or digital technician. This program is recognized by the Professional Photographers of America. Training is in skills such as lighting, posing, digital capture and industry specific softwares.

Psychology Transfer Major

Psychology is both a science and a profession. Regardless of your specific career plans, study in Psychology will develop your critical thinking and interpersonal skills and broaden your understanding of research, ethics, and human behavior. Graduate study in this field will further enhance career opportunities.

Respiratory Care

The Respiratory Care program prepares students for employment in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system.

Secondary Education Transfer Major

The secondary education transfer major will allow you to transfer to a public or private four-year college or university to earn a degree in secondary education education. Consider secondary education if you are interested in teaching in the k-12 system specifically 7-12 education, within this major you will explore the contact area you intend to teach.

Social Work Transfer Major

Study in Social Work will help you gain skills in critical thinking, research methods, understanding the way society works, and understanding the relationship between individuals and the societies in which we live. Social Work emphasizes the importance of social environment as it affects the quality of people’s lives. The skills you learn studying Social Work are transferable to many careers.

Sociology Transfer Major

Sociology is the study of social life, including social influences on human behavior. It is a “21st century career,” which provides students an opportunity to build transferable skills such as thinking critically, making evidence-based arguments, employing various research methods, interpreting data, writing effectively, and understanding diverse perspectives (American Sociological Association, 2013).

Sustainable Construction and Design

The Sustainable Construction and Design Program offers students various career options in the residential and commercial construction fields. Because the program instructs both construction and design, students have numerous employment opportunities in the broader construction field.

Veterinary Assisting

Students utilize new and up-to-date facilities and equipment to provide students with hands-on experiences in the latest production and management techniques. Graduates find employment in vet clinics, boarding facilites, and animal care facilites.

Web, Mobile, and Game Development

In this program, students will learn the foundation of web development, mobile development, and game development. This foundation is grounded in learning programming concepts to be applied across these three areas. As the internet continues to evolve, a solid grasp of programming areas and concepts will be vital. These include PHP programming, C# programming, HTML, CSS, and concepts like APIs, Unity, and mobile development. This program aims to be a solid foundation for a graduate’s career.

Welding

Welding Certificate curriculum prepares individuals to understand and apply the principles and theory of, Safety in Welding, OSHA safety requirements and guidelines, flat and horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Gas Metal Arc Welding, Oxy-Fuel Cutting, Plasma Arc Cutting, Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging, Welding Symbols and Blueprint Reading, Welding Design, destructive and non- destructive testing, multiple welding and construction code compliances, and code specific application methods.