Transfers ToCSUDescriptionProvides comprehensive reviews of program presented sonography material, preparing students for ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) and ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) registry exams in Abdomen/Superficial Structures and Obstetrics/Gynecology. Topics include on key concepts, test-taking strategies, and the application of clinical and didactic knowledge to case studies and practice exams. Students reinforce their understanding through targeted review, focusing on essential topics for successful certification. Admission to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is required. DRAFTING Certificate of Specialization: Mechanical Drafting The Drafting program is designed to prepare students for careers in industry as drafters or related occupations. Engineers require drafting skills, as do architects and designers. The techniques of drafting are used in many types of industries such as automotive, electronics, building construction, aeronautical/ aerospace, machine design, advertising, illustrating and engineering. The program provides students with entry- level skills and knowledge in the fields of computer mechanical drafting. Competencies include knowledge of orthographic projection and isometric sketching, AutoCAD generated drawings, current practices in construction technology, 2D and 3D drawings and drafting techniques such as clarity, line weight expression and accuracy to name a few. Certificate Student Learning Outcome: Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the core skills and knowledge required for a drafting position in the civil, electrical, electronic or mechanical engineering fields. Program Requirements: Units Required: 9 .......................................................Units ENGR-110 Introduction to AutoCAD...................3.0 ENGR-114 Solids Modeling for Mechanical Drafting.............................................3.0 Plus three units from the following: MFGT-121 CNC 1: Operation and Manual Programming....................................3.0 MFGT-131 CAD/CAM I.......................................3.0 Santa Clarita Community College District 126 CREDIT PROGRAMS / COURSE DESCRIPTIONS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION The Early Childhood Education (ECE) degree and certificate programs give students the opportunity to prepare for careers in the field of early childhood education and/or transfer to a four-year university. Education and training prepares students for entry into a variety of careers in the field. The field of early childhood education needs trained, creative educators to provide high quality services to children and families in a variety of settings. Associate in Science for Transfer Degree: Early Childhood Education The Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act (Senate Bill 1440, now codified in California Education Code sections 66746-66749) guarantees admission to a California State University (CSU) campus for any community college student who completes an "associate degree for transfer", a newly established variation of the associate degrees traditionally offered at a California community college. The Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS- T) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing these degrees (AA-T or AS-T) are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. In order to earn one of these degrees, students must complete: 1. 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (CalGETC) 2 Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Associate Degrees for Transfer also require that students must earn a C, or Pass (P), or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to university or college that is not part of the CSU system Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements. At the time of catalog publication, a student may earn an AS-T in Early Childhood Education. Additional majors are being developed. Please see a counselor or visit www.canyons.edu for more information. Degree Student Learning Outcome: Students will be able to: - Demonstrate knowledge of a variety of types of programs for young children, the history of early care and education in the United States, ethical standards, NAEYC professional preparation standards, and the California Early Childhood Educator Competencies which support professionalism in the field of early childhood education. - Design and implement environments and curriculum which support positive development and learning through play for all children including the cycle of observation, assessment and planning. - Articulate an understanding of typical and atypical development of young children from birth - 8, including health, safety, and nutritional aspects of development. - Develop strategies that promote partnerships and equity between programs, teachers, diverse families and their communities. Program Requirements: Units Required: 24 .......................................................Units ECE-100 Principles and Practices of Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-101 Child Growth and Development.......3.0 ECE-102 Child, Family, and Community..........3.0 ECE-103 Observation and Assessment...........3.0 ECE-104 Introduction to Curriculum for Early Childhood Education...............3.0 ECE-105 Health, Safety, Nutrition in Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-106 The Role of Equity and Diversity in Early Childhood Education...............3.0 ECE-200 Practicum � Field Experience...........3.0 Certificate of Achievement: Early Childhood Education - Infant/Toddler Certificate Student Learning Outcome: Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the core skills and knowledge required for employment as an infant/toddler teacher in a Title 22 licensed center in the field of early childhood. Program Requirements: Units Required: 24 .......................................................Units ECE-100 Principles and Practices of Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-101 Child Growth and Development.......3.0 ECE-102 Child, Family, and Community..........3.0 ECE-103 Observation and Assessment...........3.0 ECE-104 Introduction to Curriculum for Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-105 Health, Safety, Nutrition in Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-130 Infant/Toddler Development Curriculum........................................3.0 ECE-200 Practicum � Field Experience...........3.0 College of the Canyons 127 CREDIT PROGRAMS / COURSE DESCRIPTIONS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Certificate of Achievement: Early Childhood Education � Preschool Certificate Student Learning Outcome: Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the core skills and knowledge required for employment as an early childhood master teacher in a Title 5 program. Program Requirements: Units Required: 24 .......................................................Units ECE-100 Principles and Practices of Early .......... Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-101 Child Growth and Development.......3.0 ECE-102 Child, Family, and Community..........3.0 ECE-103 Observation and Assessment...........3.0 ECE-104 Introduction to Curriculum for Early ...... Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-105 Health, Safety, Nutrition in Early ........... Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-106 The Role of Equity and Diversity in ...... Early Childhood Education...............3.0 ECE-200 Practicum � Field Experience...........3.0 Certificate of Achievement: Early Childhood Education - School-Age Certificate Student Learning Outcome: Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the core skills and knowledge required for employment as a school-age teacher in a Title 22 licensed center in the field of early childhood. Program Requirements: Units Required: 27 .......................................................Units ECE-100 Principles and Practices of Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-101 Child Growth and Development.......3.0 ECE-102 Child, Family, and Community..........3.0 ECE-103 Observation and Assessment...........3.0 ECE-104 Introduction to Curriculum for Early ...... Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-135 School Age Child Care Programs and Curriculum.................................3.0 ECE-140 Curriculum for School-Age Child Care..................................................3.0 ECE-105 Health, Safety, Nutrition in Early ........... Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-200 Practicum � Field Experience...........3.0 Certificate of Achievement: Early Childhood Education - Special Education Certificate Student Learning Outcome: Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the core skills and knowledge required for employment as a special education teacher in a Title 22 licensed center in the field of early childhood. Program Requirements: Units Required: 32 .......................................................Units ECE-100 Principles and Practices of Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-101 Child Growth and Development.......3.0 ECE-102 Child, Family, and Community..........3.0 ECE-104 Introduction to Curriculum for Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-105 Health, Safety, Nutrition in Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-106 The Role of Equity and Diversity in Early Childhood Education...............3.0 ECE-130 Infant/Toddler Development Curriculum........................................3.0 ECE-144 Music and Movement for the Young Child...........................2.0 ECE-151 Art and Creativity for Young Children............................................2.0 ECE-155 Science and Math for the Young Child.................................................2.0 ECE-156 Language & Literacy for the Young Child......................................2.0 ECE-160 Understanding and Education of Children with Special Needs............3.0 Certificate of Achievement: Early Childhood Education - Supervision and Administration of Children's Programs Certificate Student Learning Outcome: Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the core skills and knowledge required for employment as a supervisor/administrator in a Title 22 licensed center in the field of early childhood. Program Requirements: Units Required: 30 .......................................................Units ECE-100 Principles and Practices of Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-101 Child Growth and Development.......3.0 ECE-102 Child, Family, and Community..........3.0 ECE-103 Observation and Assessment...........3.0 ECE-104 Introduction to Curriculum for Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-105 Health, Safety, Nutrition in Early Childhood Education........................3.0 ECE-200 Practicum � Field Experience...........3.0 Continued on the next page. Santa Clarita Community College District 128 CREDIT PROGRAMS / COURSE DESCRIPTIONS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ECE-201 Supervision and Administration of Children's Programs.........................3.0 ECE-202 Advanced Supervision and Administration of Children's Programs..........................................3.0 ECE-203 Adult Supervision and the Mentor Process in Early Care and Education.........................................3.0 