FIRE SCIENCE – Prerequisite:  Must able to communicate in English, physically fit and able to pass physical agility test as determined by the instructor (may be excluded from test with instructor’s permission).  This course is designed to develop proficiency in basic fire suppression skills in the following areas:  hose lines, ladders, salvage, breathing apparatus, ropes, knots, tools and equipment, ventilation, tactics and strategies, overhaul, communications and elementary hydraulics.

GENERAL CONTRACTING – This course is an introduction to the construction and building technology program.  Instruction includes safety, tools and machines, terminology, specialized skills, planning and design, blueprint reading, construction and manufacturing standards.

GRAPHIC DESIGN – This course provides instruction in basic design concepts, layout techniques, image editing, color enhancements, web designs and animation.  Instruction will include the creation of documents and projects in applying learned techniques.

INCOME TAX PREPARATION - Pre-requisites: Basic computer proficiency; ability to follow instructions, read and understands text material, and performs basic math computations; dress appropriate to business setting; and ability to maintain information confidential.  Classroom instruction includes an overview of income taxes; related laws and regulations; and completion of individual income tax forms, schedules, and tax tables.  Integrated throughout the course is financial literacy, basic academic skills, problem solving and Taxwise software.  Students will receive 75 hours of classroom instruction including 15 hours of supervised field experience.

INTERIOR DESIGN – Through the use and application of art principles, the students will create aesthetically pleasing environments, which could enhance contemporary lifestyles.  Units in communication skills, housing options, budgets, selection of home furnishings, and art styles will prepare students to understand the physical, psychological, cultural, and social influences pertaining to complex housing decisions required for creating an esthetically desirable living environment.

JANITORIAL/CUSTODIAL – Students will learn general office care and proper cleaning and maintenance techniques for all types of floors, carpets, furniture, and restrooms. Safety and accident prevention, proper use of cleaning chemicals and solutions are included. Hands-on use of power sweepers, vacuums, mops, electric floor scrubbers, buffing machines, carpet shampooing machines is provided. Self employment opportunities in janitorial services are discussed.

LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE – This course trains students in practical experiences which involve locating, planting and maintaining turfs, plants, shrubs, trees, and other devices which help beautify residential and/or commercial grounds.  Students learn techniques of landscape design, ground preparation, ornamental horticulture, design installation and maintenance of automated water and light systems.

MACHINIST – This course prepares students for employment or advanced training in the area of Machine Shop Operator using appropriate current machine tools. Students will be introduced to metal working tool identification and terminology, machine tool set-up and operation, planning and layout processes, material selection and application, applied machine tool operations, inspection and quality control, and automated manufacturing processes.

MECHANICAL DRAWING – This course is an introduction in drafting technology. The student will learn the use of drafting tools to produce single and multi-view drawings, sectional drawings, and other related drawings used in industry. First semester, students will develop basic skills in drawing, reading and interpreting drawings, plans, and blueprints.  Quality linework, lettering, and solutions are emphasized.  Second semester, students will focus on designing, building and testing their model projects.

MEDICAL CLERICAL - This course trains students for medical office entry-level positions. Students learn medical office core topics including medical terminology, basic human anatomy and physiology, safety, work ethics, procedural diagnostic coding, universal claim form, problem solving, payroll, computerized appointment, and office administration. Job skills are developed by a combination of classroom instruction and unpaid and/or paid on-the-job training.

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY – Learn structure of the human body, as well as terms related to the body system, radiology, pharmacology and surgery word parts and how to combine the parts to form medical terms.  Analyze, define, pronounce and spell medical terms.

RETAIL TRADES – This course provides students with an opportunity to develop communication skills for personal success in the retail industry.  Students will develop good work habits and attitudes.  Areas to be taught include cashiering, shipping and receiving, stocking and customer relations.

NURSING ASSISTANT – Prerequisite: 1) Must have a GPA of 2.0 or better prior to enrollment; 2) Must have an 8th grade reading level on a norm reference test; 3) Must have basic math skills (add, multiply, divide, fractions);  4) Must have interest in this career; 5) Must maintain a grade of 70% or better while enrolled; 6) Must be a high school senior or 17 years of age or older; 7) Must maintain good attendance (95% required); 8) Must be capable of performing level of activity required for patient care (lifting 50 lbs., bending, twisting, turning, and/or transferring); 9) Must hold patient medical information, employee medical information and all medical record information in the strictest confidence during and after the training; 10) topics that may be considered controversial will be discussed (anatomy, physiology, child birth, birth control, etc.); 11) Must provide a nursing uniform, white shoes and second-hand watch; 12) Must take a health physical and tuberculosis test (high school students at no cost); 13) upon successful completion of the program, students will apply to take a Competency Skills Test provided by the California Department of Health Services ($80 fee applies); 14) Must have the Department of Justice fingerprinting and child abuse index clearance. This course trains students for entry-level placement in health service occupations.  Students study a broad curriculum in medical occupations, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation practices. Students are taught professional ethics and patient relationship skills in a classroom setting and make practical application in a medical facility.

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN – This course provides entry level training for employment in community, clinic, home health or hospital pharmacy. Jobs in this field include pharmacy clerk, messenger, stocker, and unit-dose cassette filler. The course will cover the following areas of instruction: communication skills, transcription of medication orders, billing (charge/credit), drug products and cassette filling (unit dose). Some of the major equipment, tools, and instruments the students will use are electric typewriters, computers, cassettes, unit-dosing/repackaging pharmaceutical/medical drug references. *Prior to submittal of application for Pharmacy Technician license to the California State Board of Pharmacy, students must provide proof of high school diploma or graduation equivalency diploma.

PHOTOGRAPHY – This course will provide students with opportunities to extend their knowledge and skills in the field of photography. Students will also become familiar with photographic equipment, materials, methods, and processes. Integrated within the scope of chemical based photography the students will be introduced to computer technology and digital photography. Students will also study famous photographs and photographers from the key monuments of the history of photography and how these photographers impacted this medium.

SECURITY GUARD – This course will prepare students to work as security guards, store detectives, or bodyguards in private industry. Students learn report writing, employee-employer relations, communications, basic alarm systems, law and the court process, and arrest procedure. Students completing the course will be eligible for the State Security Guard registration card. The course will be taught by classroom lecture, demonstration and student participation.

SPORTS CONDITIONING - Explore the exciting world of sports medicine and fitness training.  People who are skilled in the care and prevention of athletic injuries, physical therapy, and rehabilitation are in demand.  In this class you will learn how to design exercise programs, use fitness equipment, and understand how nutrition affects the body.  In addition, you will learn and practice such skills as sports taping, nutritional analysis, first aid, health management, and injury rehabilitation.

STAGING AND THEATRE TECHNOLOGY – This course includes instruction in set construction, tools, technology and techniques.  Topics include set/scenery design, lighting, sound, stage management, and use of computer technology.  Topics include safety rules and regulations, use of hand and power tools, basic set construction, general understanding of theater as collaborative art forms, understand the elements of running a rehearsal show, basic lighting, and basic sound equipment operations.

TRUCK DRIVING - Must have valid California driver's license, minimum of 25 years of age, previous manual transmission experience, Department of Motor Vehicles H6 report (10 year history) dated within the last 30 days with no drug or alcohol related offenses on record in the last five (5) years and no moving violations in the last three (3) years.  This course is designed to give qualified students the necessary entry level job skills and qualifications for interstate and local truck operation.  Upon successful completion of the course, student will be able to: 1) pass the required driving test required by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles for a class I license vehicle, 2) demonstrate skills and knowledge of the transportation industry to apply for and receive an entry level job in the trucking industry, and 3) meet the requirements, regulations, and laws of the Interstate Commerce Commission pertaining to the trucking industry.

WELDING – This course prepares students with the skills necessary for entry-level positions within the welding field.  The training emphasis is on safe practices in welding, knowledge of welding equipment and supplies, and welding procedure in oxy-acetylene welding.  Training is given in basic math concepts and blueprint reading.  Skills tests are given at the end of each phase.