Luzerne County Community College

Accounting

This program introduces the student to basic accounting practices, and could lead to employment as an accounting clerk, a bookkeeper for a small business, or another similar position. Because of course prerequisites, this program will require more than one academic year to complete the minimum requirements. This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Accounting (A.A.S.)

This curriculum, with its concentration in accounting, prepares the student for employment upon completion of the program in positions such as accounting technician, accounts receivables clerk, accounts payable clerk, payroll technician, etc. Graduates may seek employment in an accounting office or any business office. This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Accounting (A.S.)

This program provides students with a strong foundation in ac- counting and includes fundamental and intermediate courses in ac- counting, introductory courses in economics and business law, as well as a range of general education courses. This program is ap- propriate for the student who intends to transfer to a baccalaureate program in accounting, and as such, the program models the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Advanced Life Support - Paramedic

The Advanced Life Support Program provides paramedic level training utilizing current and modern equipment based on the guide- lines of the national standard curriculum as mandated by Pennsyl- vania State Law to competently prepare the student to pass both the national practical and written certification exam process. A graduate of this certificate program may continue their studies leading to an AAS Degree in EMS (see page 46).

Advanced Manufacturing

Graduates of the Advanced Manufacturing Certificate Program will be able to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain the vari- ous systems in manufacturing/production facilities. Designed to integrate theory with extensive hands-on experience, students will gain knowledge and skills in a variety of technologies including plumbing, heating/air conditioning, electrical systems, instrumen- tation, and welding.

Applied Behavior Analysis

The Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Diploma provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills for implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in a variety of settings. Applied Behavior Analysis: Theory and Framework (ABA 101) and Applied Behavior Analysis: Application and Practice (ABA 102) are the core courses in the program.

Architectural Engineering Technology

Students will prepare for employment in architectural and engineering firms where they will implement CAD based skills to assist in-house professionals in preparing construction docu- ments, estimates, and details for various aspects of design and construction projects. Graduates can successfully fill positions as architectural assistants, architectural and engineering drafters, technicians, estimators, and many other construction industry related occupations.

Architectural Engineering Technology

This curriculum prepares men and women for further study or for employment opportunities as technicians in the field of architecture. In addition to positions with architectural firms, a graduate may qualify as an engineering aide, architectural draftsperson or estimator. The student will acquire understanding of the theory and skills necessary to create, modify and duplicate architectural drawings utilizing varied processes including computer–assisted drafting systems.

Audio/Video Communications

The AAS degree in Audio/Video Communications is designed to provide a solid foundation in the understanding and utilization of audio, video, and other new and emerging technology. The extensive theoretical and hands-on experiential learning provides the student with skill sets necessary for an entry level position in radio, television, independent video production, multimedia, and internet careers in a variety of private and corporate settings.

Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology curriculum is planned to have theory and practical experience combined. The student will acquire a comprehensive understanding of the theory and skills necessary to diagnose, service and repair automotive systems and components utilizing varied computer systems/technology.

Biology

The Biology curriculum is designed to prepare students for transfer into biology programs, biology science education pro-grams and pre-professional curricula at other institutions for completion of their professional education. A minimum grade of “C” must be earned in all required science courses.

Building Maintenance Technology

The Building Maintenance certificate is designed for the student who wants a diversified knowledge in the technical trade skills. The student will acquire an understanding in theory and laboratory skills for electrical, plumbing, heating and air condi- tioning systems. Qualified students may gain entry level positions in a variety of technical occupations such as maintenance electricians, maintenance plumbers.

Building Maintenance Technology

The Building Maintenance Curriculum is designed for the student who wants a diversified knowledge in the technical skills. The student will acquire an understanding of the theory and skills necessary to manage and provide technical support for all phases of maintenance – electrical construction, plumbing, heating, controls for heating, blueprint reading and estimating, electrical power systems, and air conditioning.

Business Administration

This program provides students with a strong foundation in business administration and includes fundamental courses in ac- counting, economics, marketing, management, and business law, as well as a range of general education courses. This program is appropriate for the student who intends to transfer to a baccalau- reate program in business, and as such, the program models the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in business administration.

Business Management

The AAS degree in Business Management is designed to prepare students to apply business principles when entering the workforce. This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Business Management

This program prepares the student to apply principles of business management. This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Chemistry

The Chemistry curriculum is designed to prepare students for transfer into Chemistry programs, Chemistry science education programs and pre-professional curricula at other institutions for completion of their professional education. A minimum grade of “C” must be earned in all required Science courses.

Computer Applications

The Diploma degree in Computer Applications is designed to meet the needs of the growing office professionals trained in the use of Microsoft Office Applications. This program is intended to prepare students to enter a modern office. The skills acquired include the operation of state-of-the art equipment and applica- tion software to gain marketable skills required to work accu- rately and productively in an office environment.

Computer Information Systems (A.A.S.)

The AAS degree in Computer Information Systems (CIS) is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in the IT workforce as Desktop, Web and Mobile Software Developers, Social Media Specialists, Database Developers, Data Analysts, Cloud Architects, and System Administrators. This program provides a strong foundation in IT skills and knowledge worker competencies.

Computer Information Systems (A.S.)

The AS degree in Computer Information Systems (CIS) is designed to parallel the first two years of study required by similar majors offered at four-year colleges and universities. This program is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university for a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems. This program provides a strong foundation in computer programming.

Computerized Numerical Control Technology

The CNC Diploma program is a sequence of courses preparing students for careers in the machine tool technology field. The pro- gram emphasizes a combination of machine tool theory and prac- tical application necessary for successful employment. Students will be exposed to skill sets such as: instrumentation, manual machining techniques, industrial safety, computer aided drafting software, and a solid foundation of CNC operator techniques.

Computerized Numerical Control Technology

In this CNC Certificate Program students will learn the programming, set-up and operation of machine tools, including loading raw stock, start-up procedures, de-bugging of programs, and inspection of parts. Instruction emphasizes hands-on skills as well as related information in the use of computerized numerical control (CNC) technology to program machine tools for drilling, milling, and turning operations.

Computer Programming

The Certificate in Computer Programming is designed to provide a strong foundation in computer programming. This degree will offer students an opportunity to pursue positions as entry-level programmers, entry-level database programmers, software developers, system managers, application analysts, programmer analysts, business analysts, PC support specialists, and user support specialists.

Computer Science

The Computer Science curriculum is offered by the Mathemat- ics Department. It is designed primarily for students planning to transfer to a four-year degree program in computer science. Stu- dents will exhibit the ability to apply higher level math concepts to the applications within Computer Science. This program also prepares students for employment in the computer science field for positions such as systems analyst and computer programming.

Criminal Justice (A.A.S.)

The Criminal Justice program provides an academic foundation designed to prepare students for entry level positions or transfer to a baccalaureate institution. Note: Some jobs in the Criminal Jus- tice System require mandated training not within the scope of this academic curriculum.

Criminal Justice (A.S.)

The Criminal Justice program provides an academic foundation designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year college/ university to pursue a baccalaureate degree. Note: Some jobs in the Criminal Justice System require mandated training not within the scope of this academic curriculum.

Criminology

Criminology is the study of crime and criminal behavior. It is an interdisciplinary field that encompasses psychology, sociology, economics, and the various agencies that encounter offenders. The program focuses upon prevention, crime causation, and the reha- bilitation of offenders. The program provides an academic foundation designed to pre- pare students for transfer to a four-year college/ university to pur- sue a baccalaureate degree in criminology.

Culinary Arts

The mission of the Culinary Arts Diploma is to provide excellence in education, guiding the learner in the pursuit of basic culinary skills and employment goals. The Culinary Arts Diploma Program is designed to provide classroom instruction and practical hands-on laboratory work. The diploma is intended to provide entry level skills in Culinary Arts. Emphasis is placed on fundamental skills and techniques.

Culinary Arts

The mission of the Culinary Arts certificate is to provide excel- lence in culinary education, guiding the learner in the pursuit of intermediate culinary skills and employment goals. Certificate Program Description: The Culinary Arts Certificate program is designed to provide classroom instruction and practical hands-on laboratory work. The certificate is intended to provide a foundation in culinary arts.

Culinary Arts

The Culinary Arts program is designed to provide classroom instruction and practical hands-on laboratory work in a kitchen setting. Emphasis is placed on building skills and techniques while providing for study in advanced and emerging areas of culi- nary arts. Introduction to culinary arts management provides the student with a solid hospitality business foundation.

Cyber Security and Networking

The mission of the Cyber Security and Networking program is to provide students with the skills necessary to work as a support technician within organizations that provide and utilize diverse IT infrastructures. All of the core courses in the curriculum have practical components that provide students with hands-on experience utilizing essential diagnostic hardware and software development tools.

Dental Hygiene

The mission of the Dental Hygiene Program is to educate and prepare students to become competent, licensed dental hygienists who will conduct themselves in an ethical manner while provid- ing quality dental hygiene care to the community. The dental hygiene graduate will have the foundation to pursue the roles of administrator/manager, change agent, clinician, consumer advocate, educator/health promoter, and researcher in their professional activities.

Diesel Truck Technology

The Diesel Truck Technology Program will prepare students for careers as diesel technicians in a variety of industries using diesel technology, primarily but not exclusively, the transporta- tion industry. The student completing the program will be quali- fied for employment at an apprenticeship level as a preventive maintenance technician in the diesel service industry.

Diesel Truck Technology

The Diesel Truck Technology Program will prepare students for careers as diesel technicians in a variety of industries using diesel technology, primarily but not exclusively, the transporta- tion industry. The student completing the program will be quali- fied for employment at an apprenticeship level as a preventive maintenance technician in the diesel service industry.

Digital Marketing

Students will gain the skills necessary to create engaging and interactive digital content for communications and marketing. Students will explore the possibilities and limitations of digital marketing and gain practical skills to meet the challenges of creating a personal and emotional connection with a brand, com- pany, or individual in today’s socially connected world.

Digital Media Design

The mission of the Digital Media Design Degree is to prepare a student to gain the skills needed to obtain employment in the fields of advertising, graphic design, public relations, and market- ing. The student will gain knowledge in all aspects of advertising and design to provide multimedia solutions to a variety of com- munication problems. Both traditional and digital processes are explored, with a variety of lectures and hands-on projects.

Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood Education Program’s mission is to provide general education and early childhood education professional experiences to students from diverse backgrounds supporting the pursuit of academic and career goals.

Education

The AS in Education is designed to provide an excellent foun- dation of knowledge, skills and dispositions for students preparing to major in education at the Middle Level (grades 4-8) or Second- ary Level (grades 7-12). In addition to a coherent sequence of education courses, the education curriculum provides students with the opportunity to complete general education courses and electives required for transfer to four-year institutions to earn bachelor’s degrees in education.

Electrical Construction Technology

The diploma in Electrical Construction Technology is designed to provide both theory and practical application of installation and maintenance of electrical fixtures and devices in a single family dwelling. Graduates of this program may be employed as an electrician’s helper, electrical parts counterper- son, or a sales representative for an electrical manufacturer or distributor.

Electrical Construction Technology

Base theories of electricity, household and industrial electrical maintenance and the use of hand and power tools. Practical training on various types of electrical services and repair and installation are included. Upon completion of the program, possible employment positions include electrician’s helper, lineperson’s helper, and electrical parts counterperson.

Electrical Construction Technology

Base theories of electricity, household and industrial electrical maintenance and the use of hand and power tools. Practical training on various types of electrical services and repair and installation are included. Training will also include electric motors, transformers, large motor controllers, commercial and industrial power systems, multi-dwellings, multi-meter services, and national electric code.

Electronics Engineering Technology

Graduates of the Electronics Engineering Certificate Program will be able to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment in electrical/automation facilities. Designed to integrate theory with extensive hands-on experience, students will gain knowledge and skills in a variety of technologies including industrial electricity, electronics, and automation. Students enrolled in this program will have the opportunity to earn an OSHA 10 certification.

Electronics Engineering Technology

The AAS degree in Electronics Engineering Technology is designed to provide both the theory and practical applications of electronic engineering technology. The purpose of the program is to prepare graduates for entry-level positions in industry, busi- ness and government; for computer / electronic equipment design, installation, servicing and operation; and for entry into such high tech specialties as microprocessors, biomedical equipment, tele- communications, and opto-electronics.

Engineering Design & Manufacturing

This program is designed as an interdisciplinary approach to train students with drafting/design technology, manufacturing and three-dimensional rapid prototyping skills. Students will be exposed to “high tech” computer based manufacturing tech- niques with ability to produce two and three-dimensional detailed drawings created from a solid model. Students enrolled in this program will have the opportunity to earn OSHA 10 and NIMS certifications.

English

This program fosters a strong foundation of basic writing skills, with an understanding of the writing process as critical thinking in composition and rhetorical strategies. Students will have multiple opportunities to read, write, and research aspects of written and oral communication. Through literary readings, both fiction and non-fiction, students will demonstrate their skills in critical analysis, interpretation, evaluation, and an appreciation of the creative process.

Entrepreneurship

This certificate of specialization program helps the student to develop an understanding of how entrepreneurs act upon their own creative ideas to start a new business, including the develop- ment of a business plan. Students will learn basic business skills such as accounting and marketing which are necessary to suc- cessfully manage a new small business.

Esports Coaching

The eSports Coaching Diploma provides students interested in coaching eSports at various levels with the skills associated with eSports coaching. This program will teach the foundations of coaching as well as the unique nuances and aspects of eSports. This program prepares you for coaching eSports across levels and game titles. Potential careers include eSports coach and collegiate administration.

Expanded Function Dental Assisting

The mission of the LCCC Expanded Function Dental Assist- ing Program is to prepare students to acquire the academic and practical knowledge for a specialty in Expanded Function Dental Assisting (EFDA).

Fine Arts

The program of study prepares students for transfer to a four-year institution in painting illustration. The student will be able to analyze a wide range of topics and to render a variety of subjects in a variety of mediums. Students completing this pro- gram may find employment as an editorial illustrator, free-lance illustrator, as well as, a gallery painter.

Forensic Science

The Forensic Science curriculum is designed to prepare stu- dents for transfer into a Forensic Science program at other institu- tions for completion of their professional education. A minimum grade of “C” must be earned in all require Science courses.

Game Art and Design

The Certificate in Game Art and Design provides the student the opportunity to learn the introductory skills of game design concepts and visual storytelling. Students who complete the requirements for a certificate in Game Art and Design will be prepared for transfer to four-year institutions of higher education for careers in game art.

General Studies

This program prepares students for transfer to a four-year in- stitution in liberal arts and sciences. This major provides a strong academic foundation and an opportunity for students to design a personal educational goal in preparation for transfer.

Health Care Management

The Health Care Management program focuses on manage- ment and administration in the health care industry. The student will complete core business courses such as accounting, market- ing, management, and economics, as well as courses specific to health care management. Health care management courses will give students an understanding the U.S. health care system, health care delivery within the system, management of health care organizations, and current issues in health care.

Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science

This concentration can provide the first two years of a career in adult fitness, sports conditioning or health promotion.

Heating and Air Conditioning Technology

The Heating and Air Conditioning Certificate Program pro- vides training for beginning HVAC technicians and experienced technicians using the most modern equipment and technology. Hands-on learning is strongly emphasized as well as theoretical classroom study. Practical training with various types of heating and air conditioning systems is provided. Gas and oil boilers and furnaces will be introduced. Controls for warm-air, air condition- ing and many types of hydronic systems are covered.

History

History is a core program in the Social & Behavioral Sci- ences department. The program fosters a strong foundation in the substantive content and skill set of the discipline and enables students to examine critically the values and institutions of their own culture by exposing them to earlier forms of that culture as well as to alternative values and institutions of other cultures.

Hospitality Business Management

The mission of the Hospitality Business program is to provide excellence in education, guiding the learner in the pursuit of entry level management skills and employment goals. The Certificate in Hospitality Business Management is de- signed to prepare students for direct entry into the hotel, cater- ing, restaurant and resort management fields. The curriculum is designed to apply principles of management and to demonstrate professional ethical behavior when entering the workforce.

Hospitality Business Management

The mission of the Hospitality Business Management program is to provide excellence in hotel and restaurant education, guiding the learner in the pursuit of management skills and employment goals. This curriculum is designed to prepare students for direct job entry into the hospitality management industry.

Humanities

This program prepares the students for transfer to a four-year institution in liberal arts. The major provides a strong academic foundation for transfer into a variety of programs with specific core requirements.

Human Services

The A.A.S. Degree in Human Services is designed to prepare students to enter the workforce as a human services generalist in the drug and alcohol, child welfare, or geriatric setting or to trans- fer to a baccalaureate program. Students need to maintain a grade of C for placement in Field Work. Goals This program provides the student the opportunity to: • Apply specific content knowledge to work in entry-level social service agencies.

Human Services: Addiction Treatment & Recovery

The Diploma in Addiction, Treatment and Recovery is designed to prepare students for a career in the mental health or substance use fields. Students will acquire foundational knowledge and skills about addiction, treatment and recovery strategies; effective com- munication; ethics and professionalism, and cultural competence. Professionals in this field will help individuals with treatment and sustained recovery from addiction and mental health challenges.

Industrial Maintenance

The Industrial Maintenance diploma program is designed to provide hands-on training and experience in electro-mechanical systems. Students enrolled in this program will have the oppor- tunity to earn OSHA 10 and NIMS certifications. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions as maintenance technicians in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

Industrial Maintenance

The Industrial Maintenance Certificate is designed to provide hands-on training and experience in electrical-mechanical ma- chines and automated systems. Students enrolled in this program will have the opportunity to earn OSHA 10 and NIMS certifi- cations. Graduates are prepared as maintenance technicians to analyze, troubleshoot, and repair equipment found in the industrial environment..

Integrated Media Design

The mission of the Integrated Media Design degree is to prepare students to gain the skills needed to find employment in the fields of interactive media/design, graphic design, advertising, and multimedia.

Manufacturing Technician

The Manufacturing Technician Diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the manufacturing sector. The program emphasizes a sequence of courses with theory and practi- cal applications necessary for successful employment. Students will be exposed to skill sets driven by employer needs. This program is designed for employer involvement. Students will be taking a sequence of course that match current employer needs. Each student will participate in an internship.

Mathematics

The Mathematics curriculum is designed for students to transfer to a four-year program in Mathematics. Students with a back- ground in mathematics have many opportunities for employment in such fields as engineering, research, education, actuarial science and cryptology.

Mechatronics

The Mechatronics Program prepares students for careers as multi-skilled technicians in industrial, manufacturing, and com- mercial settings.

Medical Assisting

The AAS degree in Medical Assisting is designed to build a sequence of medical-related courses to satisfy a specific skill for employment. This program is intended to provide a basic knowl- edge of the medical office and procedures that may be utilized in the physician’s office. The skills acquired include scheduling patients, preparing patient records, managing financial matters, handling insurance arrangements, processing correspondence, and managing an office.

Medical Office Specialist

This program is designed to build a sequence of medical- related courses to satisfy a specific skill for employment. This program is intended to provide a basic knowledge of the medical office. The skills acquired include scheduling patients, preparing patient records, managing financial matters, handling insurance arrangements, and processing correspondence.

Medical Office Specialist

The AAS degree in Medical Office Specialist is designed to build a sequence of medical-related courses to satisfy a specific skill for employment. This program is intended to provide a basic knowledge of the medical office. The skills acquired include scheduling patients, preparing patient records, managing financial matters, handling insurance arrangements, processing correspon- dence, and managing an office.

Medical Reimbursement and Coding Specialist

This program may require more than one academic year to complete the minimum requirements. The Certificate in Medical Reimbursement and Coding Spe- cialist is designed to build a sequence of medical reimbursement and coding-related courses to satisfy a specific skill for employ- ment. This program is intended to provide a strong foundation in medical reimbursement and coding.

Medical Reimbursement and Coding Specialist

The AAS Degree in Medical Reimbursement and Coding Spe- cialist is designed to build a sequence of medical reimbursement and coding-related courses to satisfy a specific skill for employ- ment. This program is intended to provide a strong foundation in medical reimbursement and coding. The skills acquired include scheduling patients, preparing patient records, managing financial matters, handling insurance arrangements, and processing correspondence.

Medical Scribe

The Certificate in Medical Scribe is designed to meet the needs of the growing demand for trained medical information professionals who specialize in charting physician-patient encounters in real-time during medical exams. A scribe can work on-site at a hospital, clinic, or physician’s office, or from a remote, HIPAA-secure facility. A scribe enters information into the electronic health record (EHR) or chart at the direction of the physician or licensed independent practitioner.

Mobile Application Development

The diploma degree in Mobile Application Development is designed to meet the needs of the growing demand for developers with experience on multiple platforms, such as iOS and Android. This program is intended to prepare the students with a solid foundation of software development skills for developing mobile applications. Students will develop skills in the design of iOS and Android software systems using appropriate technologies, architectures and techniques.

Music Recording Engineer

This curriculum is designed to give students basic and advanced concepts behind multi-track music recording. Occupa- tions such as Audio Engineers, Recording Technicians and Audio Producers are all associated with the music recording industry. Concert productions, recording music studios and live music performances all employ people with audio mixing instruction. Students enrolled in this program can pursue Avid Certified User: Pro Tools Certificate.

Music Recording Technology

This program is designed as a career for students to enter or ad- vance in the fields of multi-track music recording and live sound reinforcement. The program provides a comprehensive, hands-on experience in skill sets necessary in capturing musical perfor- mances both in live and studio settings.

Nanofabrication Manufacturing Technology

Nursing

The Nursing curriculum is designed to prepare competent as- sociate degree nurses who are eligible to meet licensing require- ments for registered nurses and are able to practice nursing in acute care, long-term care, homes, clinics, physician’s offices, or other agencies established to meet the health care needs of individuals. As content and skills build within the nursing curriculum, nursing courses must be taken in the sequence listed in order to receive an A.A.S. Degree in Nursing.

Office Information Technology

Paraeducator

The Paraeducator Diploma Program provides students with theoretical and practical classroom and field experiences leading to competence of the required skills and knowledge of paraeduca- tors. This diploma program articulates into the Early Childhood Education (AAS degree).

Paralegal

The Paralegal Studies Program prepares the student for a career as a paralegal in law firms, insurance companies, title companies, government agencies, and large corporations. As a two-year recommended program of study, the Paralegal Stud- ies curriculum combines liberal arts courses with law courses to prepare the student as a well-rounded paralegal. This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Paramedic

The AAS Paramedic Program provides paramedic level train- ing utilizing current and modern equipment based on the guide- lines of the national standard curriculum as mandated by Pennsyl- vania State Law to competently prepare the student to pass both the national practical and written certification exam process and encountered by a field level street paramedic operating out of an ambulance, Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS), or mobile intensive care unit.

Pastry Arts Management

The mission of the Pastry program is to provide excellence in education, guiding the learner in the pursuit of baking skills and employment goals. The A.A.S. Degree in Pastry Arts is designed to prepare students for careers in pastry arts or baking in the hospitality industry. Students will meet the objectives of the course through hands-on, production and theory application.

Photography

The photography specialization prepares students for employ- ment as a portrait staff, advertising, freelance, wedding photogra- pher, photojournalist, or studio owner. The program also prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution majoring in photog- raphy. Graduates of this program can pursue opportunities for specialized certification, such as Adobe Rich Media Communica- tions and Adobe Certified Associate in Video Communications, based on skills learned in the program.

Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Technology

This program provides journeyperson-level training in the plumbing, heating and air conditioning trades. Instruction is provided in both theoretical and practical aspects of plumbing, heating and air conditioning, residential and light-commercial maintenance, various types of plumbing, heating and air condi- tioning repairs/installation, heat loss and cooling load calcula- tions, heating and cooling system design and state-of-the-art efficiency equipment.

Pre-Engineering

This Associate of Science degree is a two-year program which provides students the necessary studies that will lead to direct transfer into a four-year engineering program. The curriculum is designed to allow students to acquire a sound understanding of the physical sciences, mathematics and engineering. The program focuses on developing a fundamental knowledge of physics, chemistry, mathematics, and provides an introduction to engineering.

Pre-Mortuary Science

This is a two-year program designed to provide students with the appropriate liberal arts and science background to apply for admission to a professional mortuary school.

Pre-Professional

The two-year program is designed to provide students with the appropriate liberal arts and science background to apply to profes- sional programs such as pharmacy, chiropractic, optometry, physi- cian’s assistant, physical therapy etc. It is recommended students review the program at the school they are interested in attending during their first semester to ensure program alignment. A minimum grade of “C” must be earned in all Science courses.

Professional Writing

The program fosters a strong foundation in the craft of writing. It is designed to expose students to the varied styles of creative and professional composition while providing a sound, academic foundation for further study and career opportunities in writing and related fields of communication. The program focuses on an understanding and appreciation of grammar and the English lan- guage, with styles used in different media based on audience and purpose.

Psychology

The Psychology Program facilitates student learning of the knowledge, skills, attributes, and values consistent with the sci- ence and application of psychology. Students who study psychol- ogy develop the potential to transform others and become agents of positive social change.

Public Health

The AS in Public Health integrates fundamental concepts and principles of public health with the natural sciences, social scienc- es, and technology to develop a public health world view. Students will acquire knowledge and skill necessary to protect and promote the health of individuals, families and communities through educa- tion and research.

Respiratory Therapy

The Respiratory Therapy Program is a two-year academic program leading to the Associate in Applied Science Degree. The objective of the program is to prepare students for entry level respiratory therapist positions in departments of respira- tory care; fulfillment of this objective is attained through didactic instruction, college laboratory practice and experimentation, and practical application of skills at clinical affiliates of the Respira- tory Therapy Program.

Social Science

The Social Science curriculum is designed for students who are interested in fields that deal with human behavior in its social and cultural aspects. The disciplines within, the curriculum include: psychology - the science of behavior and mental process; sociol- ogy - the science of people in social contexts; history - study of past events; and political science - systematic study of gover- nance. The Social Science program prepares students for transfer to four-year institutions.

Social Work

The A.S. in Social Work is designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year college/university for a baccalaureate degree in social work (BSW). The program emphasizes the devel- opment of communication, problem-solving, and critical think- ing skills.

Sociology

The Sociology Program fosters student learning of the knowl- edge, skills, and values consistent with the science and applica- tion of sociology. Students who complete the requirements for an AS Degree in Sociology will be prepared to transfer to four year institutions.

Surgical Technology

Sustainable Energy Technology

The Sustainable Energy Program is designed to prepare individuals for entry level technician positions in various energy fields. This includes sectors such as wind, solar, geothermal and biomass energy. Clean coal and smart grid technology are also considered. Additionally, sustainability is addressed in the con- text of efficiency of energy use and carbon footprint.

Web and Mobile Development Technology

This curriculum contains is a sequence of web and mobile related courses which help a student build skills for employment. This program is intended to provide a foundation in web design and mobile development. In recent years, businesses worldwide have continued to offer more products and services via the Inter- net.

Web and Mobile Development Technology

This curriculum contains a sequence of web-related courses which help a student build skills for employment. This pro- gram is intended to provide a foundation in the web design and mobile development. In recent years, businesses worldwide have continued to offer more products and services via the Internet. Individuals completing this program will position themselves nicely to acquire entry level employment with a company who needs to maintain and update their web site and mobile apps.

Welding

The Welding Program provides training to beginning weld- ers, as well as continuing education for experienced welders who wish to upgrade their skills by using state-of the-art equipment and technology. Emphasizing practical and classroom instruction, our students enter the workforce prepared for the real world of industry. Our mission is to provide the program’s students with job contacts, self-confidence and professional leadership skills necessary in gaining employment.

Welding

The Welding Program provides training to beginning weld- ers, as well as continuing education for experienced welders who wish to upgrade their skills by using state-of the-art equipment and technology. Emphasizing practical and classroom instruction, our students enter the workforce prepared for the real world of industry. Our mission is to provide the program’s students with job contacts, self-confidence and professional leadership skills necessary in gaining employment.