7 other new programs for 2015-16

Machine Tool Setup and Operation Certificate (CT)

17 credit hours
Advanced Technologies and Public Service Careers Division Industrial Technology Department Description: In this program, students learn to set up and operate CNC machine tools, traditional mills, lathes and saws. They learn how to use basic measurement tools and read blueprints. This certificate will highlight the fundamentals of materials and processes including mechanical and physical testing and heat treatment of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Students completing this certificate will be able to perform many of the fundamental tasks within a fabrication shop including simple part manufacturing, set-up and operation of CNC machine tools as well as inspection using simple measurement tools.


Machine Tool Programming Certificate (CT)

12 credit hours
Advanced Technologies and Public Service Careers Division Industrial Technology Department Description: In this program, students will learn to write, read and edit programs for CNC machine tools. They will understand core canned cycles (pre-written subroutines and programs) for milling and turning operations on CNC machine tools and have the skills to do 2D and 3D modeling and posting of CNC code using CAD/ CAM software. Students completing this certificate will be able to create, edit and debug code for local manufacturing companies.


Applied Data Science Certificate (CT)

17 credit hours
Business and Computer Technologies Division Computer Instruction Department Description: The Applied Data Science certificate is intended for students who want to pursue a career in data analytics (“big data”) or enhance their current business skills. Students learn how to capture, manipulate and analyze structured data – the massive volume of numeric values that can be easily stored and sorted. They learn how to transform data into information to enable faster and more intelligent decision-making.


English as a Second Language Certificate (CT)

24 credit hours
Humanities, Social and Behavioral Sciences Division English/Writing Department Description: This certificate is for international students who would like to prepare for college degree study in the United States. Students experience rigorous English study in grammar, writing, listening/speaking, and reading in order to give them the best possible chances of success in further degree studies. The program welcomes students who attend WCC on an F-1 (full-time student) visa. The minimum TOEFL scores for F-1 student admission are writing 10-11 (iBT), Reading 10-11 (iBT) and Listening/ Speaking 10-11 (iBT) or the MELAB equivalents.


Magnetic Resonance Imaging Post-Associate Certificate (CP)

31 credit hours
Math, Science and Health Division Allied Health Department Description: The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Program is a post-associate advanced certificate program that is designed for registered radiologic technologists (ARRT), radiation therapists (ARRT), Sonographers (ARRT or ARDMS), and nuclear medicine technologists (ARRT or NMTCB). This program offers the didactic and clinical experience that will provide students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are required to become an entry-level magnetic resonance imaging technologist. The curriculum is based on the recommended American Society of Radiologic Technology (ASRT) magnetic resonance imaging guidelines. Upon successful completion of the MRI program, students are eligible to take the ARRT post-primary certification examination in magnetic resonance imaging.


Automotive Test Technician associate in Applied Science (AP)

60 credit hours
Advanced Technologies and Public Service Careers Division Automotive Services Department Description: In this program, students will be introduced to the test and data acquisition processes used in automotive testing. Students will learn to assemble and disassemble components for automotive testing. Diagnosis, maintenance, and proper operation of complex data acquisition equipment are essential. Students will learn to monitor and calibrate testing instruments. Possible jobs including working in a crash lab or other testing facility.


Powertrain Development Technician associate in Applied Science (AP)

61-62 credit hours
Advanced Technologies and Public Service Careers Division Automotive Services Department Description: In this program, students will develop the knowledge and skills to perform in-car powertrain testing in unique testing environments. Jobs in this area require knowledge of automotive engine and electrical systems and experience with an automotive dynamometer. Students will learn about dynamometer setup and testing including the operation of complex analytical test equipment and test software.

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