Advanced Materials Nanotechnology – Associate in Science Degree, Certificate of Achievement

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The Advanced Materials - Nanotechnology Certificate of Achievement is designed for CTE and workforce training/development. This certificate is designed to prepare students to work in entry-level jobs in various nanotechnology settings with an emphasis on providing the skills necessary for employment in a nanotechnology division at technology corporations or research laboratories. Through the certificate’s curriculum, students will acquire and build skills in selecting advanced materials for nanotechnology applications, materials and device characterization (quality control), proper documentation, data analysis and presentation, and good lab/manufacturing health and safety practices.

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better. 
 

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Program Outcomes

  • Develop understanding of technology used in Nanotechnology industry.
  • Develop the laboratory and industry skills needed for the nanotechnology technical workforce.
  • Develop necessary communication in writing and presenting for the nanotechnology technical workforce.

Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement

CHEM 022INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY4
CHEM 240FUNDAMENTALS OF NANOTECHNOLOGY4
CHEM 241APPLICATIONS OF NANOTECHNOLOGY4
CHEM 242ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, & SAFETY OF NANOTECHNOLOGY2
Work Experience/Internship - Requirement of 4 earned units4
BUS 070A
WORK EXPERIENCE/INTERNSHIP (PAID)
or BUS 070B
 WORK EXPERIENCE/INTERNSHIP (UNPAID)
Total Units18

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General Education Requirements for the Associate in Science Degree

  • General Information
  • PCC Local Gen Ed
  • Students who have previously been awarded a bachelor‛s degree or higher from a U.S. institutionally accredited institution shall be deemed to have fulfilled the general education and elective course requirements for the Associate in Science degree.
  • Cal-GETC
  • Students with rights to the former general education patterns can complete IGETC or CSU GE in lieu of Cal-GETC. Students should consult with an Academic Counselor to determine which general education pattern to complete and may refer to an appropriate archived College Catalog or www.assist.org for more information.