Recent Community College Graduates Matrix

The PCB Design Technician certificate provides a foundation to those individuals that seek employment opportunities in the lucrative exciting niche market of printed circuit board (PCB) design. Students will learn and use state-of-the art software while in this program. This certificate is intended for students desiring to upgrade their skills in this industry. It is the student’s responsibility to discuss sequencing and work out their individual schedule with a counselor or adviser. Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.

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Auto Collision Repair Technician AAS degree consists of one quarter of CORE training, four quarters of collision auto body repair in the following BLOCKS (Refinishing, Structural Repair, Non-Structural Repair, and Estimating / Shop Management) and a final quarter in Advanced Collision Repair. Some general academic classes are also required for the degree, depending on previous college credits. Students have the option of receiving a Certificate by completing the CORE quarter and any one of the BLOCK quarters listed above. Students will spend their first quarter of training in a transportation core curriculum. Students have the option of specializing in Restoration, or Custom Painting. The laboratory area is designed to simulate an actual industry repair environment and includes a state-of-the-art painting booth with the latest in high-tech equipment.

Auto Collision Technician graduates will:

1. Be able to identify & use refinishing tools, equipment, & supplies, prep vehicles for painting, paint vehicles using various paint products, and detail vehicles to be delivered to a customer.

2. Be able to measure and analyze structural damage, straighten structural damage, remove and replace welded on panels, and apply correct corrosion protection to vehicles.

3. Be able to straighten damaged metal, use body fillers, perform plastic repairs, disassemble and reassemble cars, trucks, vans and SUV’s.

4. Be prepared to identify types of vehicle construction, identify and analyze collision damage, estimate repair costs using 3 different estimating systems, compare & analyze the differences between different shop management systems, use and understand mechanical & electrical terminology.

Auto Collision Repair Technician AAS degree consists of one quarter of CORE training, four quarters of collision auto body repair in the following BLOCKS (Refinishing, Structural Repair, Non-Structural Repair, and Estimating / Shop Management) and a final quarter in Advanced Collision Repair. Students have the option of receiving a Certificate by completing the CORE quarter and any one of the BLOCK quarters listed above.

Auto Collision Technician graduates will:

1. Be able to identify & use refinishing tools, equipment, & supplies, prep vehicles for painting, paint vehicles using various paint products, and detail vehicles to be delivered to a customer.

2. Be able to measure and analyze structural damage, straighten structural damage, remove and replace welded on panels, and apply correct corrosion protection to vehicles.

3. Be able to straighten damaged metal, use body fillers, perform plastic repairs, disassemble and reassemble cars, trucks, vans and SUV’s.

4. Be prepared to identify types of vehicle construction, identify and analyze collision damage, estimate repair costs using 3 different estimating systems, compare & analyze the differences between different shop management systems, use and understand mechanical & electrical terminology.

Electronics Technician certificate students develop a basic core of electronics skills and are eligible to take the Associate Certified Electronics Technician examination. Graduates are qualified for entry-level positions as testers, maintenance technicians, service laboratory technicians, and satellite up-link or down-link technicians, cable TV installers, and service telecommunications technicians.

Electronics Technician certificate graduates will:

1. Be prepared to obtain entry-level positions as Electronics Technicians, Installers, Assemblers and Troubleshooters.
2. Be prepared with the skills to perform standard workplace functions with minimal supervision.
3. Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, communication, intercultural appreciation, and technical and information literacy skills.

The Electronics Technology AAS Transfer degree prepares students to utilize the skills learned in this program to enter the electronics manufacturing industry as engineering technicians, electronics specialists, inspectors, managers, and testers or to pursue further education at the baccalaureate level. This degree is intended for students who may wish to transfer to specific colleges who accept the credits– check with your advisor. Achievement of this degree will prepare the transfer student for further study. Graduates will also be able to utilize the skills learned in this program to enter into either the electronics manufacturing industry as assemblers, inspectors, managers and testers, or into any high-tech industry maintaining one of the many multi-million dollar machines and devices utilized in almost all high-tech fields today.

Electronics Technology AAS-Transfer degree graduates will:

1. Be prepared to obtain entry-level positions as Electronics Technicians, Installers, Assemblers and Troubleshooters.

2. Be prepared with the skills to perform standard workplace functions with minimal supervision.

3. Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, communication, intercultural appreciation , and technical and information literacy skills.

4. Meet Social Science, Humanities, Written Communication, and Quantitative Reasoning distribution area outcomes.

The level of sophistication of electronics has grown exponentially over the past few years. The Electronics, Manufacturing Specialist certificate prepares graduates for opportunities in the area of state of the art electronics manufacturing. Internationally recognized certification is possible through successful completion of IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification. 

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Digital Electronics certificate introduces students to the technical foundations of current digital technologies and will enable them to explore these technologies in more depth and to work with them more adeptly in the workplace. 

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The Electronic Automation certificate introduces the student to these automated manufacturing principles, systems and hands-on practices required to effectively work with, install, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing systems. 

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The Engineering Graphics Technician certificate is a one-year program designed to prepare a graphics technician to work directly under the supervision of an engineer or designer producing detailed drawings. Engineering Graphics Technicians are specialists in translating the rough sketches, 3D design models, layouts and written specifications of engineers and designers into a drawing showing the complete details and specifications for the finished product under the close direction of a supervisor.

Engineering Graphics Technician certificate graduates will:

1. Be prepared for a range of entry level positions in the mechanical engineering field with limited responsibilities and scope.

2. Identify and explain common symbols, materials, scales, and terminology used in the field.

3. Demonstrate familiarity with the many tools and techniques associated with design and its application in the work place.

4. Demonstrate familiarity with the many tools and techniques associated with design and its application in the work place.

5. Exhibit analytical thought, informed judgment, and ethical behavior.

6. Produce a professional resume, cover letter, and industry ready portfolio.

7. Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, communication, intercultural appreciation, and technical and information literacy skills.

The AutoCAD Certificate is designed to prepare students for skill set upgrades in the mechanical, civil or architectural fields. After completing the AutoCAD certificate, the student will be able to use AutoCAD in their specific engineering field successfully.

Graduates are able to:

1. Demonstrate basic to advanced AutoCAD skills.
2. Model and draw civil, mechanical and architectural drawings.
3. Create 2D and 3D drawings.

The CATIA Certificate is designed to prepare students for skill set upgrades in the mechanical engineering field. After completing the CATIA certificate, the student will be able to use CATIA in the mechanical engineering field successfully.

Learning the specifics of CATIA software, graduates are able to:

1. Demonstrate basic to advanced AutoCAD skills.
2. Model and draw civil, mechanical and architectural drawings.
3. Create 2D and 3D drawings.

The Engineering Graphics Mechanical Design Emphasis AAS-T degree prepares students for careers with mechanical engineering firms (e.g.: aeronautics, aerospace, medical, industrial manufacturing, etc.). Technicians are needed to translate the rough sketches, layouts, 3D design models, CAD designs, and written specifications of the engineer or designer into drawings and CAD databases showing the complete details and specifications for the finished product. Graduates are trained in engineering graphics with a mechanical design emphasis to work for companies which manufacture machinery, electrical equipment, computers and fabricated products.

Engineering Graphics Mechanical Design Emphasis AAS-T degree graduates will:

1. Be prepared for a range of entry level positions in the mechanical engineering field with the ability to be independent and self-directed.

2. Identify the elements and principles of mechanical design.

3. Complete comprehensive design projects.

4. Demonstrate industry ready skills and basic drafting fundamentals, concepts and techniques

5. Exhibit analytical thought, informed judgment, and ethical behavior.

6. Produce a professional resume, cover letter, and industry ready portfolio.

7. Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, communication, intercultural appreciation, and technical and information literacy skills.

8. Meet Social Science, Humanities, Written Communication, and Quantitative Reasoning distribution area outcomes.

The SolidWorks Certificate is designed to prepare students for skill set upgrades in the mechanical design field. After completing the SolidWorks certificate, the student will be able to use SolidWorks in the mechanical design field successfully.

Learning the specifics of SolidWorks software, graduates are able to:

1. Demonstrate basic to advanced AutoCAD skills.
2. Model and draw civil, mechanical and architectural drawings.
3. Create 2D and 3D drawings.

The Tool Design Graphics certificate is intended for professionals in fields such as design, engineering, aerospace, automotive and manufacturing. Tool design is the process of designing and developing the tools, methods, and techniques necessary to improve manufacturing efficiency and productivity. 

Graduates gain the specialized skills of designing tools, jigs, and fixtures.

This program is an introduction to understanding the variety and nature of the complex relationships between a large structure, its tenants, and the machinery that supports the building or the manufacturing process. Included are basic principles of Preventive Maintenance, HVAC, Refrigeration, Boilers, Electricity and Wiring, Power Generation & Distribution, Building Automation and Controls and Critical Support Equipment. Requirements needed for the safe, cost effective, ecological and ergonomic mechanical support for a commercial building or manufacturing process are also taught. Students will receive instruction on applicable local, State, and Federal Codes, sustainable energy practices; with an emphasis on being prepared to continue to pursue lifelong learning opportunities in the mechanical and building engineering fields.

1. Apply basic physical and mechanical principles to machinery operations and repairs.
2. Recognize, interpret, and apply engineering graphic symbols, drawing conventions, and features to assist in the design, analysis, fabrication, installation and repair of industrial systems.
3. Ensure safe work practices.
4. Safely utilize basic machine shop hand and power tools and equipment to fabricate elementary parts. Basic electrical principles, measurements and system components.
5. Basic rigging principles, components and practices.
6. Common pumps, machinery, lubrications.
7. Basic industrial shop manual, power and measurement hand tools and basic industrial shop bench and power equipment (lathes, drill presses, saws, grinders, etc.)
8. Fundamental understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic system components, recognize, diagnose failures in elementary systems, and interpret the meaning of primary hydraulic and pneumatic schematic symbols; assemble, test, and troubleshoot various basic hydraulic circuits.

Program Mission: The Machine Technology AAS degree prepares students to be well positioned to begin a career in the machine trades by gaining basic machining competencies.

Machine Technology AAS degree graduates will:

1. Be prepared with skills to perform entry-level CNC machining and manual machining.

2. Gain a thorough grounding in shop theory and applied math; perform CAD/CAM programming and manual programming.

3. Combine manual and CNC skills to produce a capstone project of complex parts.

4. Demonstrate math and communication skills; set up and operate machine tools with a minimum of supervision.

5. Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, intercultural appreciation, information and technical literacy, and communication.

6. Meet Social Science, Humanities, Written Communication, and Quantitative Reasoning distribution area outcomes.

Machine Technology certificate students will be well positioned to begin a career in the machine trades by gaining basic machining competencies through their work on projects along with a thorough grounding in shop theory, applied math, and a special emphasis on CAD/CAM programming and CNC machining.

Machine Technology certificate graduates will:

1. Be prepared with skills to perform entry-level CNC machining and manual machining.

2. Gain a thorough grounding in shop theory and applied math.

3. Perform CAD/CAM programming and manual programming.

4. Set up and operate machine tools with a minimum of supervision.

5. Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, intercultural appreciation, communication and technical and information literacy skills.

Principles of Precision Machining certificate students will be well positioned to begin a career in the machine trades by gaining basic machining competencies through their work on projects along with a thorough grounding in shop theory, applied math, and a special emphasis on CAD/CAM programming and CNC machining.

Precision Machining certificate graduates will be able to:

1. Safely produce a part with in print on a conventional lathe and on a conventional milling machine.

2. Accurately read precision measuring tools within .002”.

3. Read prints to industry’s standards and interpret manufacturing drawings and accurately determine tolerances on a blue print.

4. Visualize 3 dimensional shapes from two dimensional drawings using orthographic projection Write a basic G-code program to produce a tool path of a given shape.

5. Math used to solve typical machine shop problems using Algebra and Plane Geometry to: Accurately determine the upper and lower limits of dimension tolerances; Work though specific shop math formulas accurately; Visualize geometric shapes; Find specific Cartesian coordinates; solve typical machine shop problems using trigonometry.

6. Set up a CNC machine by:

• finding and storing in the controller the work absolute zero offsets,
• loading tools into the machine’s magazine,
• correctly establish tool offsets,
• change wear and diameter offsets to adjust part dimensions to meet print specifications,
• safely start up the machine and properly shut it down,
• make minor program edits at the machine to change speeds or feeds,
• determine the processes needed to create precision hole; Hone or lap a hole +/-.0005”; measure a bore diameter using a dial bore gage within .0002”
• write a basic G-code program; identify and define G-Codes and M-Codes,
• write a program that loads a tool and performs a machining operation,
• determine thread tolerances,
• determine the stack of gage blocks needed to set up a sine bar,
• find the distance between holes on a bolt circle involving an odd number of holes,
• find the lengths of the sides of a right triangle when only one side and one internal angle is known,
• can determine the internal angles of a right triangle when only the sides are known

7. Basic principles of Lean/Six Sigma manufacturing principles.

8. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic concepts of 5S, Cell Design and Pull Systems.

9. Basic principles the ISO 9001/AS9100 system and how a quality system is used in an organization.

Program Mission:

The Welding Technology AAS degree provides students with skills to weld and fabricate complex projects. Students receive in-depth knowledge of the nature of metals as it relates to welding, fabricating, and the application of heat. Students also prepare to take the Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO) certification test. Students can pursue four different welding focuses in this program: Structural and Plate, Pipe, Aerospace and GTAW manufacturing, and Fabrication Welding.

Welding Technology AAS degree graduates will:

1. Be prepared for a range of entry-level positions as welder apprentices, welders, welder fabricators, welding fitters.

2. Be prepared to succeed on the WABO certification and similar industry exams.

3. Demonstrate proficiency in most major industrial welding and cutting processes common in the construction, manufacturing, maintenance, shipbuilding, and/or aerospace industries

4. Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, communication, intercultural appreciation, and technical and information literacy skills

5. Meet Social Science, Humanities, Written Communication, and Quantitative Reasoning distribution area outcomes.

Welding Technology certificate students learn welding skills used in construction projects, manufacturing, industrial plants, and in maintenance industries. Using the latest welding processes and techniques, students learn to read blueprints and fabricate products in a variety of shapes and sizes. Students prepare to take the Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO) test.

Welding Technology certificate graduates will:

1. Be prepared for a range of entry-level positions as welder apprentices, welders, welder fabricators, welding fitters.
2. Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, communication, intercultural appreciation , and technical and information literacy skills.