2004-2006
PROGRAM GOALS

CIVIL
ENGINEERING
TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Understand and apply the
basic principles
of Civil Engineering Technology.
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Use creative thinking skills
and the
tools of Civil Engineering Technology to solve problems with a minimum
of assistance and supervision.
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Use reading, writing and
speaking skills
to communicate effectively.
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Work in teams to solve
problems.
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Demonstrate good personal
work habits
and professional ethics.
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Find employment in a related
field.
COMMUNICATIONS
GRAPHICS TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Successfully enter the job
market in
fields of advertising design, graphic design, Web design, computer
illustration
and prepress production.
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Create original concepts and
designs
for visual communications, incorporating typography, photography and
illustration.
COMPUTER
ACCOUNTING
PROGRAM GOALS
The gradua
te should be able to
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Understand the basic
principles of
financial accounting, managerial and cost accounting, and taxation and
apply them to the accounting field.
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Integrate computer accounting
with
other areas in the business environment
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Identify problems and use
appropriate
techniques to find solutions
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Work independently with a
network of
individuals and also function within a work team
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Demonstrate business skills
including
competencies in mathematics, written and oral communications and a
variety
of computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets,
accounting
software and tax preparation software
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Function competently as a
citizen and
consumer
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Develop knowledge/skills as
needed
in the computer accounting field
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Qualify for entry-level
positions in
accounting
COMPUTER
INTEGRATED
DRAFTING AND DESIGN PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Become technically proficient
in a
CAD application and knowledgeable in at least one other.
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Use sophisticated graphics
and modeling
software.
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Use other software,
references and
resources related to the profession.
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Demonstrate good verbal,
written and
graphic communication skills.
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Demonstrate good professional
habits.
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Become employed as a CAD
drafter or
employed in a related field.
COMPUTER
SCIENCE
AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Express ideas and facts in
written
and verbal communications and work independently or as a team member
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Effectively operate and use
computers,
peripherals and related equipment
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Understand terminology,
numeric concepts,
social/ethical implications and/or system concepts associated with the
information technology field
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Understand and use
applications software,
operating systems and/or system- based products
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Analyze problems, develop
algorithms
and implement solutions
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Effectively use computer
languages,
compilers, interpreters and assembler products to produce code and
output
which meet specified requirements
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Understand system and
software development
cycles and use tools to develop and manage the cycles
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Upgrade and develop skills
which represent
real-world training standards as established by national tests, state
standards,
institutional goals and advisory recommendations
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Use equipment and resources
which are
up-to-date, real-world and which represent current trends in the
employment
field
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Develop a positive attitude
towards
standards, rules, expectations, work and learning
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Develop specific skills,
understanding
and knowledge which can be used at articulated institutions and which
can
be applied to higher levels of learning
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Enhance creative and
artistic
talents appropriate to the computer science field
EARLY
CHILDHOOD
EDUCATION PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Be prepared for job entry or
career
advancement in the childcare field.
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Use good verbal and written
communication
skills.
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Demonstrate understanding of
fundamental
child development principles.
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Apply on-the-job the
principles of
good work habits.
ELECTRICAL
ENGINEERING
TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Understand fundamental
electrical/electronic
principles.
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Understand moderately complex
electronic
systems.
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Acquire test data with
numerous electronic
instruments and diagnose system performance.
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Suggest modifications to
electronic
systems under test to improve performance.
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Maintain and troubleshoot
electronic
equipment.
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Breadboard (using wirewrap,
soldering,
etc.) and test electronic circuits.
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Develop printed-circuit board
layouts,
fabricate boards and package the overall electronic circuit.
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Program microprocessors,
EPROMS, generic
logic arrays and programmable logic controllers.
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Simulate electronic circuits
with circuit
simulation software on a personal computer.
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Use new hardware/software by
studying
manuals or following computer instructions.
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Generate engineering reports.
GEOGRAPHIC
INFORMATION
SYSTEMS PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Demonstrate understanding of
fundamental
GIS principles.
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Be prepared for job entry or
career
advancement in GIS related fields.
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Use good verbal and written
communication
skills.
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Demonstrate problem-solving
skills.
HIGH
PERFORMANCE
COMPUTING PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Effectively operate and use
computers,
peripherals, and related equipment
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Be prepared for job entry or
career
advancement in HPC-related fields
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Use good verbal and written
communication
skilss
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Demonstrate problem-solving
skills
HOSPITALITY
PROGRAM
GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Understand the basic
principles of
hospitality and apply them within the hospitality profession
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Integrate hospitality with
other areas
in the business environment
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Identify problems and use
appropriate
techniques to find solutions
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Work independently with a
network of
individuals and also function within a work team
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Demonstrate basic collegiate
skills
that include competencies in mathematics, computer applications and
communications
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Comprehend the relationship
of the
hospitality industry with the role of the consumer
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Continue developing skills as
needed
in the hospitality field
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Qualify for entry-level
management
positions in the hospitality industry
INTERIOR
DESIGN
TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Understand fundamentals of
art and
design, theories of design and human behavior, and design-related
history.
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Apply the knowledge, skills,
processes
and theories of interior design.
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Communicate effectively
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Design within the context of
building
systems and use appropriate materials and products.
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Apply the laws, codes,
regulations,
standards, and practices that protect the health, safety, and welfare
of
the public.
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Understand the business and
professional
practice of interior design.
MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM
GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Understand the basic
principles of
management, both qualitative and quantitative, and apply them to the
management
field
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Integrate management with
other areas
in the business environment
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Identify problems and use
appropriate
techniques to find solutions
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Work independently with a
network of
individuals and also function within a work team
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Demonstrate basic skills that
include
competencies in mathematics, computer applications and communications
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Function competently as a
citizen and
consumer
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Continue to develop knowledge
skills
as needed in the management field
E-COMMERCE/MARKETING
PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Understand the basic
principles of
E-Commerce/Marketing and apply the
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Integrate
E-Commerce/Marketing with
other disciplines in busines
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Identify problems and use
appropriate
techniques to find solution
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Work independently and
function on
a tea
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Demonstrate basic math,
verbal and
written communications and computer skill
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Qualify for entry-level
positions in
the E-Commerce/Marketing field
MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING
TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Understand and apply the
basic theory
and concepts of mechanical engineering technology.
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Identify and solve problems
with a
minimum of assistance and supervision.
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Operate concentration-related
equipment
with a high degree of manipulative skills.
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Communicate effectively,
which includes
reading, oral and written skills.
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Apply on-the-job the
principles of
good work habits.
NETWORKING
&
COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Demonstrate problem-solving
skills
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Secure employment within the
information
technology industry
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Implement problem solutions
OFFICE
SYSTEMS
TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Use computer application
programs (word
processing, spreadsheet, data- base, presentation, web editors, etc.)
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Keyboard accurately (i.e. 53
words
per minute with one error per minute)
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Understand and use
terminology specific
to their field
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Communicate effectively
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Use reference materials
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Show a positive attitude and
work ethic
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Transcribe from machine
dictation
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Work independently with a
network of
individuals and also function within a work team
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Use proofreading skills
involving grammar,
punctuation and language arts
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Organize work and follow time
and records
management techniques
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Adapt to changes in the work
environment;
develop problem-solving skills
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Use the Internet for research
PARALEGAL
STUDIES
PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Understand and apply
principles of
law and legal ethics
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Demonstrate entry-level
employment
skills acquired through the legal specialty courses
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Demonstrate analytical and
problem-solving
skills
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Demonstrate effective verbal
and written
communication
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Demonstrate an understanding
and practical
application of law-office management and related computer applications
in the legal environment
VIDEO
PRODUCTION
TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Understand and apply
technology and
processes unique to the video production business
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Apply skills appropriate for
employment
at an entry level in commercial production firms, broadcasting,
corporate
production facilities, etc.
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Complete all phases of a
scripted video
production, including subject matter research, script writing,
shooting,
editing, directing and producing
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Operate a variety of industry
specific
equipment, including computers and software
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Apply good resource
management techniques
WEB
TECHNOLOGY
PROGRAM GOALS
The graduate should be able to
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Perform content and technical
analysis
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Develop web applications/sites
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Implement application/site
design
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Maintain applications
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Manage web environment
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Manage enterprise-wide web
activities
Posted:
April 14, 2004 ©