Degrees & Certificates

Students prepare to start a career as a Computer Support Professional by the gaining the required knowledge and skills according to the certification standards set by the Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA). As part of the required courses, students earn the TestOut IT Fundamentals Pro Certification, and the TestOut PC Pro Certification, by passing the required exams.

The student acquires skills in production of the common row and field crops grown in the Central Valley. Specific skills are emphasized in seedbed preparation, planting, fertilizing, weed control, pest management, harvesting, and marketing. Training leads to farming as well as employment in allied businesses such as fertilizer or agricultural chemical companies, seed companies, processing companies, and other related industries. Contact the division office in the Agriculture Building for advising assistance.

This program will develop entry-level jobs skills in Dairy husbandry and housing. Training and skill set development include; practical handling and safety skills, equipment handling and care, Dairy anatomy and nutrition, as well as breeding and reproduction skills. The program is designed for students that wish to develop practical skills in the area of Dairy Science.

The Associate in Arts in Dance is intended for students who plan to enter the workforce as a choreographer, teacher or performing artist. Dance as an academic discipline focuses on dance as a performing art, as well as its social functions in other areas, including education, health, cultural studies, art, history, and the science of human movement. This degree provides an educational and practical foundation for students pursuing a professional career in dance. It is designed to create avenues toward further study in educational dance, intermediate to advanced technique, choreography, and dance performance. The Associate Degree in Dance will prepare students to gain entry level employment with private dance studios, charter schools and recreational programs with a dance emphasis. Career opportunities also exist in highly competitive professional dance companies, amusement parks, commercial dance, and teaching. There are choreography opportunities with dance and theatre companies. Students should be aware that career opportunities in dance performance related fields are highly competitive.

The Industrial Welding Program supports and maintains a training platform that focuses on the most common welding and sheet metal processes, certifications, and supporting technologies used in industry. The curriculum for the program is concentrated primarily on the Shielded Metal Arc, Gas Tungsten Arc, Gas Metal Arc, Flux Core Arc Welding, Oxy- Acetylene Welding, Oxy-Acetylene and Plasma Cutting. The program’s courses expose students to both hands-on, laboratory and lecture learning objectives.

The Design and Technical Theatre Certificate is designed for students to demonstrate knowledge and skills to support the technical aspects of live theatre and dance productions which includes the scenery construction, lighting, makeup and audio elements. Students will experience practical work on theatrical productions and will work with advanced technology in lighting, audio, and projections. Job opportunities include both part-time and full-time work at Performing Arts Centers, Lighting and Sound Production Companies, Regional Theatre Companies, and College and University Performance Venues.

The Drone Technician Certificate prepares students to operate, troubleshoot, repair, and debug Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) commonly referred to as “flying drones.” The Certificate also prepares students to train personnel to operate drone fleets, drone delivery systems, and drone light shows. Finally, students who complete this program will be prepared to take the FAA’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Remote Pilot certification exam (required for all small UAS-Drone commercial and municipal operations in US airspace).

The Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T in Early Childhood Education) Degree includes lower division coursework that is required for transfer and will provide students with the opportunity to learn valuable skills in creating culturally relevant, inclusive, age-appropriate, anti-bias environments and promote optimum care and learning opportunities. The Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T in Early Childhood Education) includes courses that are both theoretical and practical, including topics such as curriculum development, program planning, and child growth and development from conception through adolescence. The Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T in Early Childhood Education) Degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education at a California State University campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU System, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

The Certificate of Achievement in Early Interventionist acts as a pathway to various career opportunities in education, State of California permits, Early Intervention Assistant Personnel Competencies for California’s Early Start Program, A.A./A.S. degrees, and transfer to a university. Teachers and administrators of funded child development programs in the State of California must hold permits issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. All certificates align with the permits issued by the State of California, Commission on Teacher Credentialing. To earn a Certificate of Achievement, the student must complete the coursework as indicated. Each course must be completed with a grade of C or better.

Economics is a discipline that studies how people make decisions in a world of scarce resources. Economics helps us understand how the society functions. It involves a broad range of topics, including health, education, welfare, crime, inequality, agriculture, the environment, labor markets, public finance and policy. Economists use theoretical models and empirical data to inform public policy, household and business decisions. Careers for economics majors include various roles in businesses, law, government, non-profit organizations, international relations, and academia. The Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer (AA-T) Degree is designed for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor’s degree in economics or a related field at a California State University campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission with junior status to the CSU System and given priority admission to their local CSU, but are not guaranteed admission to a particular campus or major. Students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system should consult the specific transfer requirements of the campus to which they are applying.

The Electric Vehicle Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students to meet the emerging field of service and diagnosis of electric and hybrid vehicles. This Electric Vehicle certificate of Achievement will provide students with the foundational skills necessary to take the ASE L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist Exam and be accepted into a manufacturer’s training program for the service and repair Electric Vehicles (EV) and Hybrid/Electric Vehicles (HEV). Subjects covered will include Electric Vehicle Safety, EV and HEV design, High voltage battery service and repair, drive systems, the repair and service of power electronics.

This program provides skill preparation courses intended to quickly prepare students to begin their careers in the industry as electrician assistants. Students will be exposed to basic safety, electrical theory and wiring techniques.

The Electrician Program prepares students for careers in electrical installation and repair for the Public Utilities, Manufacturing and Construction industries. Students will study the principles of electricity, wiring, common devices, components, and PLCs.

The Electrician Maintenance Apprentice Certificate Program is designed for individuals hired as apprentices by member employers of the Stanislaus County Area Manufacturing and Maintenance Joint Apprenticeship Committee. The program is designed so that an employer hires the apprentice, and the apprentice increases his/her occupational skills and knowledge through On-The-Job Training at the employer site while attending specific college courses approved as related supplemental instruction at Modesto Junior College.

The Electro-Mechanic Program prepares students interested in career opportunities in Plant or Facilities Maintenance by offering electrical preparation with mechanic knowledge and skills exposure. Students receive the principles in AC/DC electricity, wiring, motor controllers, welding, machine shop, pneumatic/hydraulics and PLC .

The Electro-Mechanical Technician Apprentice Certificate Program is designed for individuals hired as apprentices by member employers of the Stanislaus County Area Manufacturing and Maintenance Joint Apprenticeship Committee. The program is designed so that an employer hires the apprentice, and the apprentice increases his/her occupational skills and knowledge through On-The-Job Training at the employer site while attending specific college courses approved as related supplemental instruction at Modesto Junior College.