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COURSES OFFERED TO ADULT STUDENTS 2011-2012
(BY INDUSTRY SECTOR)

Arts, Media and Entertainment Technology

Computer Animation

Students will create video, web, and television/film animation in 2D and 3D. Adobe Aftereffects (1 quarter), Adobe Flash (1 quarter), and NewTek's Lightwave 3D (2 quarters) are all used emphasizing timelines, key frames, layers and interactivity. 3D studies include introductions to modeling, texturing, rigging, lighting, morphing, and dynamics. Class projects include story telling projects, titling banners, animated elements and special effects for video, e-cards, web animations and 3D movies. Production methods and teamwork are emphasized with project groups utilizing students from Digital Sound Design and Computer Graphics courses. Class may be completed in four quarters. This course may be taken a second year for more advanced instruction.

Computer Graphic Design 1 & 2

Students will learn how to layout newsletters, articles, mailers, and posters with Adobe InDesign. Retouch photographs and create original artwork for print, web, animation, and video using Illustrator and Photoshop. Design animated presentations with Flash. Create portraits, paintings, and posters with writing tablets, flat bed scanners, color laser printers, and large image laser plotters. Production methods and teamwork are emphasized with project groups utilizing students from Digital Sound Design and Computer Animation courses. Level 1 may be completed in four quarters. This course may be taken a second year for more advanced instruction.

Digital Sound Design 1 & 2

Students will learn how to use microphones, audio mixers, sound systems, and digital audio recording tools. Students will create original recordings and sound effects using synthesizers and software including; Digidesign Pro Tools, Adobe Sound booth and Cakewalk Sonar. Live recording utilizing students and in house talent is encouraged. Production methods and teamwork are practiced with project groups utilizing students from Digital Sound Design and Computer Animation courses. Students will create their own work for projects that include Digital Storytelling, Radio Theater and Sound Design for animation and video. This course may be taken a second year for more advanced instruction.

Building Trades

Construction Technology 1 & 2

Students will gain knowledge and experience in residential and commercial construction techniques, including fundamentals of carpentry, electricity, and plumbing; instruction includes safety, project planning and hands-on projects. Students will be introduced to industry-standard residential and commercial roofing and solar photovoltaic systems. Construction industry representatives will provide lectures and demonstrations in system design and installation of solar PV panels, inverters and associated equipment. Following completion of the year-long course, students will be qualified for entry-level positions in construction, roofing and solar fields. This course may be taken a second year for more advanced instruction.

Health Science and Medical Technology

Home Health Aide Certificate Program 2011-2012

Home Health Aide Certificate Program 2011-2012
This course offers the Certified Nursing Assistant the opportunity to learn and practice in a Home Health care setting. Students must attend 20 hours of theory class and 20 hours of clinical experience at a nursing home. Upon completion of the theory and clinical components with a grade of “B” or better, certification is applied to the Department of Public Health Services. In order to enroll in the program, students must attend one information session and provide a current BLS/CPR card and a state Certified Nursing Assistant certificate from the Department of Public Health Services. Space is limited.

Course duration: September 26 through October 2.  
Classroom instruction: September 26 - 30 from 5-9 p.m. and
Clinical instruction: October 1 and 2 ; 10 hours each day. 
Total hours: 40
Course fee: $299 

Medical Assisting - Certificate Program 2011-2012

Medical Assisting - Certificate Program 2011-2012

Students will learn the skills necessary to obtain an entry-level front and back office medical assisting position in doctors’ offices, clinics, hospitals, and other health care facilities. Students learn medical terminology, basic anatomy and physiology, medical law and ethics, office administrative skills, and general workplace skills. During the third quarter, students will be placed in medical facilities to gain “on-the-job” training. Students receive up to 160 hours of internship.

Payment: Checks or cash are not accepted for payment. Students must pay for class using a credit card - VISA/Master Card.

Prerequisite: A Basic Skills Assessment (TABE) for reading, math, and spelling is required with a score of 10.0 or higher. Mandatory orientation will be given prior to the start of class. Dates and times will be posted on our website. The following immunizations are required (more details given at orientation):

• Hepatitis B - 3 shot series – first two must be done before internship
• MMR- 2 shot series 1 month apart
• Chickenpox - 2 shot series 1month apart
• TB shots - 1 shot taken in two consecutive years if negative, 1 shot + x-ray if the shot is positive
• Flu - may be declined
• Tdap
  

Requirement: Must have a “B” or better grade in the first quarter to be eligible for internship. 
Duration of the course: 3 quarters, includes internship

Course Description: This is a three-quarter course. Class is held 6 hours a day, 5 days a week. Students will learn the skills necessary to obtain an entry-level front and back office medical assisting position in doctors’ offices, clinics, hospitals, and other health care facilities. Students learn medical terminology, basic anatomy and physiology, medical law and ethics, office administrative skills, and general workplace skills.

During the third quarter, students will be placed in medical facilities to gain “on-the-job” training. Students receive up to 160 hours of internship. Medical assistants provide direct patient care, and perform clerical office duties:

• Update patients’ records
  
• American Heart CPR
  
• Coordinate patient lab or hospital visits
  
• Telephone prescriptions and refill orders to the pharmacy
  
• Complete insurance forms, schedule appointments
  
• Sterilize surgical instruments
  
• Perform medical billing and bookkeeping tasks
  
• Assist with minor surgery
  
• Take vital signs of patients
  
• Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate and effective application of legal and ethical standards of practice
  
• Prepare patients for and assist the physician during examinations
  
• Understand, demonstrate, and continuously utilize the principles of medical asepsis and standard precautions, as well as other safety precautions
  
• Administration of medication and injections
  
• Apply knowledge and skills of various clinical procedures such as vitals, laboratory tests, and other diagnostic and medical procedures.
  
• Phlebotomy
  
• Demonstrate working knowledge of the human body including structure, function, and basic pathologies
  
• Remove sutures and dress wounds

Pharmacy Technician - Certificate Program 2011-2012

Pharmacy Technician - Certificate Program 2011-2012

This program prepares students to work under the supervision and direction of a pharmacy supervisor, or staff pharmacist, in keeping records of drugs, compounding, I.V. Admixture, drug distribution, pharmaceutical mathematics, pharmacy law, customer service, keyboarding, inpatient pharmacy basic pharmacology, presentation and leadership fundamentals, care and maintenance of equipment supplies. Successful completion will prepare students to pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board exam. Course offers Internship opportunity.

Payment: Checks or cash are not accepted for payment. Students must pay for class using a credit card - VISA/Master Card.

Prerequisite: Must have a high school diploma or GED and be 18 yrs. of age or older; a TABE Basic Skills assessment for reading, math and spelling is required with a score of 8.0 or higher.

Requirement: Must maintain a “B” or better grade in the first 3-quarters to be eligible for internship.

Duration of the course: 3 quarters of Lecture and Lab. (540 hours), 1 quarter of internship (180 hours) = Total of 720 hours

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Transportation Technology

Auto Body/Painting and Refinishing 1 & 2 (TIBB/F)

Students will learn to identify and use materials, tools, and equipment, while working in a safe shop environment. The course includes hand tool familiarization and safety, welding and auto body work with an emphasis on surface preparation, priming and painting. Students may work on their own vehicles, and apply custom paint and trim. This course may be taken a second year for more advanced instruction. (The course may include a lab fee and/or special project fee.)

MVROP CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS AND COURSES

Mission Valley ROP offers several Certificate of Achievement programs. These programs have been designed with input from local business and industry representatives. A certificate program is a sequence of courses that provide our graduates with a portfolio of highly marketable skills. Although the courses are designed as integral parts of the entire program, they may be taken on an individual basis. Enrollees in the programs are awarded a Certificate of Achievement upon completion of the academic and attendance requirements outlined in the particular area of study.

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 2011-2012- ADULTS ONLY

Medical Academy Certificate Programs

EKG Technician
Home Health Aide
Medical Assisting
Pharmacy Technician

Other Certificate Programs

Auto Body/Major Refinishing & Painting
Computer Graphics Design
Construction Digital
Sound Design
Computer Animation

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