Employment Essentials - Major #8101

Certificate of Achievement Program Map
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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


A step incentive certificate signifying proficiency in basic employment skills (includes soft skills, written and oral communication, and problem solving skills). May be awarded after successful completion of 9 units chosen from the list.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Demonstrate an understanding and application of professional workplace behaviors.
  2. 2. Assess problems and determine a well thought out solution.
  3. 3. Identify and construct appropriate workplace oral and written communication.
Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester

Certificate Requirements 

9 units

Select a minimum of 9 units from the following courses:

9 units

AT 10
Technical Computer Applications

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
This course is an introduction to computers, elements of computer hardware and software and how they are used in the workplace, and the social impact of computers. Students will experience a hands-on introduction and develop general computer skills for technical programs such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation applications, and email. (A, CSU, UC)
Course Details:
      1. CSU Transfer Course
      1. D3 - Anaylitical Thinkning

      AT 19
      Work Experience Education

      1-8 units
      Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
      Students will complete supervised employment (internship) extending the classroom based on occupational learning related to Applied Technology Division departments. Students will develop collaborative learning objectives specific to the particular occupational field. Orientation hours may be required. (A, CSU)
      Course Details:

              AT 21
              Occupational Safety and Health

              2 units
              Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
              Students will learn about employer and employee responsibility, federal and state legislation, accident reports, industrial hygiene, personal protective equipment, materials handling and storage, hazard communication, guarding machines and mechanisms, hand and portable power tools, electrical safety, and fire protection. If the specific attendance and testing requirements are met, students in this class may be eligible to receive the Federal or California OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 General Industry or Construction Card. (A, CSU)
              Course Details:
              1. Advisory: AT 10

                    AT 40
                    Preparing for Employment Opportunities

                    3 units
                    Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
                    Students will learn the importance of human relations competencies and professional workplace communications including written, oral and presentation skills in the work world. Students will develop job-seeking skills including preparing resumes, preparing portfolios and honing job search and interview skills. (A, CSU)
                    Course Details:
                    1. Advisory: AT 10

                          AT 130
                          Precision Measurements

                          3 units
                          Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
                          The successful completion of the course enables students to demonstrate a solid understanding of the fundamentals of working with precision measurement instruments. The skills acquired during this comprehensive course are valuable TOOLS FOR LIFE that can lead to rewarding careers in a vast array of industries in the global marketplace. Precision measuring is the cornerstone of quality in products and services many people rely upon each day. (A)
                          Course Details:
                                  Total: 9 units