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  Degree and
 Certificate Programs
  Associate in Arts
 Degree
-  Programs of Study
  Associate in Science
 and Associate in
 Applied Science
  Technical Certificate
  Advanced Technical
 Certificate
  Degree and
 Certificate Program  Descriptions and
 Curricula
-  Automotive and
 Diesel Technologies
-  Aviation
-  Biotechnology
-  Business
-  Child Care
-  Computer Sciences
 and Information
 Technology
-  Construction
 Management and
 Building Trades
-  Cosmetology
-  Creative Arts and
 Communications
-  Criminal Justice, Fire
 and Paralegal Studies
-  Culinary Arts and
 Hospitality
-  Engineering/
 Architecture and
 Interior Design
-  Financial Services
-  Health Care
-  Manufacturing and  Industry
-  Occupational Safety
 and Health
-  Office Administration
 and Secretarial
  Degree and
 Certificate Programs
 Contents
  Catalog Contents
Florida Community College 2006-07 Catalog

Degree and Certificate Programs

University Transfer Program: Associate in Arts Degree

University Transfer Program: Associate in Arts Degree

The associate in arts degree (A.A.) program is for those whose ultimate goal is to achieve a bachelor’s or higher degree from a university. Also known as the university transfer degree, the A.A. curriculum is comparable to the freshman and sophomore years at a university.  The majority of courses in this program are general education — such as English, math, humanities, science and social studies.  The remaining courses are selected based on the student’s intended transfer major and are meant to satisfy prerequisite requirements for that major.  Following are some intended transfer major areas which A.A. students may choose. This list is not a complete list of possibilities. See a counselor or advisor for other areas of interest.

The following list of intended transfer majors has a unique three–digit code for each intended transfer major. All associate in arts degree students are encouraged to select an intended transfer major by the time they have accumulated 24 college credit hours, in order to enroll in the appropriate prerequisite courses needed for transfer to an upper division college or university. Selecting an intended transfer major will also assist students in using FACTS.org. The codes and the intended transfer major will not appear on the college transcripts, but will be used during enrollment at Florida Community College to assist in advising and communicating with students. The intended transfer major code can be selected during the application process and changed, at the student’s request. Changes in intended transfer majors can affect the prerequisite courses needed for the transfer major.

Arts, Languages and Humanities (100 — Intended Transfer Major in general area of Arts, Languages and Humanities)
Art (101), Communications (102), Fine Arts (103), Dance (104), Theatre (105), English (106), Literature (107), Foreign Languages (108), Music (109), Philosophy (110), Religious Studies (111), Film Studies (112), Humanities (113), Broadcast Journalism/Broadcast Communication (114), Graphic Design (115), Digital Arts/Digital Media (116)

Business (200 — Intended Transfer Major in general area of Business)
Accounting (201), Business Administration (202), Economics (203), Finance (204), Financial Services (205), Logistics (206), Management (207), Marketing (208), Transportation (209), Fashion Merchandising (210)

Computer Sciences and Information Systems (300 — Intended Transfer Major in general area of Computer Science and Information Systems)
Computer Science (301), Computer Engineering (302), Information Science (303), Information Systems (304)

Education (400 — Intended Transfer Major in general area of Education)
Art Education (401), Elementary Education (402), English Education (403), Exceptional Education (404), Health Education (405), Middle School Education (406), Music Education (407), Physical Education (408), Science Education (409), Secondary Education (410), Social Science Education (411), Math Education (412)

Engineering, Architecture and Construction (500 — Intended Transfer Major in general area of Engineering, Architecture and Construction)
Architecture (501), Building Construction Management (502), Civil Engineering (503), Electrical Engineering (504), Interior Design (505), Mechanical Engineering (506), Nuclear Engineering (507), Engineering Technology - General (508)

Health Care and Recreation (600 — Intended Transfer Major in general area of Health Care and Recreation)
Dietetics (601), Health Science (602), Health Administration (603), Nursing (604), Nutrition (605), Physical Therapy (606), Recreation (607), Sports Medicine (608)

Mathematics
Mathematics (700), Statistics (701)

Physical and Biological Sciences (800 — Intended Transfer Major in general area of Physical and Biological Sciences)
Astronomy (801), Biology (802), Botany (803), Chemistry (804), Ecology (805), Forestry (806), Geology (807), Marine Biology (808), Meteorology (809), Oceanography (810), Physics (811), Zoology (812), Biochemistry (813)

Social Sciences (900 — Intended Transfer Major in general area of Social Sciences)
Anthropology (901), Criminal Justice (902), Geography (903), History (904), International Studies/Relations (905), Political Science (906), Psychology (907), Public Administration (908), Sociology (909), Social Work (910)

Pre–Professional
Pre–Dentistry (011), Pre–Law (012), Pre–Medicine (013), Pre–Optometry (014), Pre–Pharmacy (015), Pre–Veterinary Medicine (016)

Other (099)

Undecided (000)

Career Preparation: Associate in Science Degree, Associate in Applied Science Degree, Advanced Technical Certificate or Technical Certificate

Associate in Science Degree, Associate in Applied Science Degree, Advanced Technical Certificate or Technical Certificate

Associate in Science degree programs are designed for those who desire a college–level general education as well as specific career preparation in a certain occupation. These programs are designed to prepare students for entry–level work immediately after completion. The majority of courses in the A.S. programs are directly related to the student’s career choice. The remaining courses are general education, such as English, math, humanities, and social or behavioral sciences. Several of the College’s A.S. programs are covered by statewide agreements that allow their articulation to the corresponding bachelor’s degree program at Florida public universities. Additionally, the general education component in all A.S. degrees is fully transferable to four–year programs in Florida.

Associate in Applied Science degrees are also available in some programs, and provide the same kind of career preparation as the Associate in Science, but in general will not articulate or transfer to a four–year institution. General education requirements are different than for the A.S., and in some cases different technical and professional courses are required.

Advanced Technical Certificates are designed for individuals who have already completed a degree (at least an associate degree) and are seeking advanced, specialized preparation in a particular career field to supplement their degree. Florida Community College offers Advanced Technical Certificates in a few limited career areas in which advanced training beyond the associate degree level is needed.

The Technical Certificate programs are also designed to prepare students for entry–level work after completion. Unlike the A.S. or A.A.S., these programs are usually one year in length and do not include general education courses except for those directly related to the student’s career choice.

Career Preparation: Workforce Certificate Programs

Workforce Certificate Programs

The Workforce Certificate programs are for those who want to prepare for a skilled occupation quickly, without having to take college–credit courses. Program lengths vary from a few weeks or months to nearly two years, depending on how much training is required for the specific occupation.

Florida Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.

A.S. and A.A.S. Degree, Technical Certificate and Workforce Certificate Programs

Automotive and Diesel Technologies

Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science Programs

Automotive Service Management Technology
Dealer–Specific Automotive Technology (GM–ASEP)

Workforce Certificate Programs

Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing
Automotive Service Technology
Heavy Duty Truck and Bus Mechanics (Diesel Technology)

Aviation

Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science Programs

Aviation Maintenance Management
Aviation Operations
Professional Pilot Technology

Workforce Certificate Programs

Aircraft Airframe Mechanics
Aircraft Powerplant Mechanics
Avionics (Avionics Technician)

Biotechnology

Associate in Science and Advanced Technical Certificate Programs

Biomedical Engineering Technology
Biotechnology Laboratory Technology
Bioinformatics

Workforce Certificate Program

Biomedical Equipment Technology

Business

Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science and Technical Certificate Programs

Accounting Technology
  Accounting Technology Management*
  Accounting Tecnology Operations*
  Accounting Technology Specialist*
Business Administration
   Business Administration (A.A.S.)
   Business Operations*
   Business Management*
   Marketing*
Small Business Specialist (Entrepreneurship)*

Workforce Certificate Program

Marketing, Merchandising and Parts Operations (Logistics and Distribution)

Child Care

Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science Programs

Early Childhood Management

Workforce Certificate Programs

Child Care Center Operations
Early Childhood Education
Family Child Care Training
School Age Certification Training (School Age Credential Training)

Computer Sciences and Information Technology

Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, Technical Certificate Programs and Applied Technology Diploma

Computer Engineering Technology (Cisco CCNP Technician)
   Cisco CCNA*
   Computer Specialist (Cisco CCNP)*
Computer Engineering Technology (Computer Technician)
   Microcomputer Repairer/Installer*
Computer Information Administrator (Help Desk and Technical Support)
   Information Technology Support Specialist (Help Desk)*
   Information Technology Analysis (Help Desk)*
Computer Programming and Analysis (Client/Server Programming) (A.S.)
   Computer Programming and Analysis (Client/Server Programming) (A.A.S.)
   Computer Programming Specialist (Visual Basic 6 Language)*
   Computer Programming Specialist (C Languages)*
   Computer Programming Specialist (SQL)*
   Computer Programming Specialist (Java Language)*
   Computer Programming Specialist (Visual Basic.NET Language)*
Database Technology
   Oracle Systems Administrator*
   Oracle Software Engineering*
Information Technology Management
Internet Services Technology (Webmaster/Web Development)
   Information Technology Administration (Web Development Assistant)*
   Web Development Specialist*
IT Security (Network Data Security)
Network Administrator
   Information Technology Technician (Desktop Support)*
   Information Technology Management (Systems Administrator)*
Telecommunications Engineering Technology (Converged Networks)
   Network Communications (VoIP)

Workforce Certificate Programs

Computer Support Technician
Network Support Services (Network Suport Technician)

Construction Management and Building Trades

Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science and Technical Certificate Programs

Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Systems Technology
   Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Systems Technician*
   Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Systems Assistant*
Building Construction Technology

Carpentry Management
   Construction Carpentry Technician*
   Construction Carpentry Assistant*
Construction Electricity Management
   Construction Electricity Technician*
   Construction Electricity Assistant*
Plumbing Management
   Plumber Technician*
   Plumber Assistant*

Workforce Certificate Programs

Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Technology
Carpentry
Electricity (Construction)
Applied Welding Technologies

Cosmetology

Workforce Certificate Programs

Cosmetology
Facials Specialty
Nails Specialty

Creative Arts and Communications

Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science and Technical Certificate Programs

Digital Media/Multimedia Technologies
   Digital Media/Multimedia Video Production*
   Digital Media/Multimedia Production*
Graphic Design Technology
   Graphic Design Production*
Sign Language Interpretation
Theatre and Entertainment Technology
   Stage Technology*

Criminal Justice, Fire and Paralegal Studies

Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science Programs

Criminal Justice Technocolgy
Fire Science Technology (A.S.)
Fire Science Technology (A.A.S.)
Paralegal Studies (Legal Assisting)

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) (refer to Health Care list)
Emergency Medical Technician (Basic)* (refer to Health Care list)
Paramedic* (refer to Health Care list)

Workforce Certificate Programs

Correctional Officer
Crossover Fom Correctional Officer to Law Enforcement Officer
Crossover Correctional Probation Officer to Law Enforcement Officer
Fire Fighter II (Fire Fighter I & II)
Law Enforcement Officer
Police Service Aid
Private Security Officer

Culinary Arts and Hospitality

Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science and Technical Certificate Programs

Culinary Management
Food and Beverage Management (Catering)*
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Restaurant Management

Workforce Certificate Programs

Culinary Operations

Engineering/Architecture and Interior Design

Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science and Technical Certificate Programs

Architectural Design and Construction Technology
   AutoCAD Foundations*
   Drafting*
Computer Engineering (refer to Computer Sciences list)
Interior Design Technology

Financial Services

Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science and Technical Certificate Programs

Financial Services
   Financial Services (Financial Planning Associate) (A.S.)
   Financial Services (Financial Planning Associate) (A.A.S.)
   Financial Para–planner

Workforce Certificate Programs

Insurance and Real Estate
   Insurance Claims Adjuster
   Insurance Customer Service Representative
   Insurance General Lines Agent
   Life Insurance Marketing
   Real Estate Broker
   Real Estate Sales Agent

Health Care

Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, Technical Certificate Programs and Applied Technology Diploma

Dental Hygiene
Dietetic Technician (Culinary Dietetic Option)
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Emergency Medical Technician (Basic)*
Funeral Services
Health Information Management
Histologic Technology
Medical Coder/Biller (MCB)
Medical Laboratory Technology
Nursing R.N.
Nursing R.N. (Bridge Option for Licensed Practical Nurses)
Ophthalmic Technician
Paramedic*
Pharmacy Technician
Physical Therapy Assistant (Physical Therapist Assistant)
Radiation Therapy
   Radiation Therapy Specialist
Radiography (Degree Completion)
Radiography (Florida Community College Option)
Radiography (Mayo Clinic Option)
Respiratory Care

Workforce Certificate Programs

Dental Assisting
Massage Therapy
Medical Assisting
Patient Care Technician
Practical Nursing
Surgical Technology

Manufacturing and Industry

Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science Programs

Computer Integrated Manufacturing (Industrial Automation Maintenance Technician/Specialist)
Industrial Management Technology
Industrial Management Technology (Naval Nuclear Power Operations)

Workforce Certificate Programs

Electrical and Instrumentation Technology
Industrial Electricity

Occupational Safety and Health

Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science Programs and Technical Certificate Programs

Environmental Science
   (Hazardous Materials Technician)
   (Assessment/Safety Compliance)
   (Assessment and Safety Compliance Specialist)
   (Hazardous Materials Specialist)

Office Administration and Secretarial

Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science and Technical Certificate Programs

Medical Office Administration
   Medical Office Management*
Office Administration
   Office Support*
   Office Specialist*
   Office Management*
   Office Administration
Office Software Applications Administration
   Office Software Applications Support*
   Office Software Applications Specialization*
   Office Software Applications Management*
   Office Software Applications Administration

Workforce Certificate Programs

Administrative Assistant (Office Supervision)
Customer Assistance Technology

*Technical Certificate program

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