CVCC Catalog 2004 - 2006

Certificate

Accounting
Child Care
Health Technology
  Diagnostic Medical Sonography
  Surgical Technology
Human Services
Industrial Electricity
Legal Assistant
Machine Operations
Machine Shop

Microcomputer Office Automation

Accounting  TOP

Award: Certificate

Length: Two-semester (one-year) curriculum

Purpose: The Accounting Certificate program is designed to prepare persons for office positions requiring the use of accounting skills. The program is brief to enable persons to become employable with a good bookkeeping skill in a short period of time. It is intended that persons who graduate from this program can take additional office education courses to assist them in advancing while on the job.

Occupational Objectives:

Accounting Clerk
Recordkeeping Clerk
Payroll Clerk
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Accounts Payable Clerk

Admission Requirements: In addition to the admission requirements established for the College, entry into the Accounting Certificate program requires proficiency in high school English and mathematics. Students with deficiencies will require developmental studies.

Program Requirements: The Accounting Certificate program is a program qualifying graduates for full-time employment after one academic year of study. Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the graduate will be awarded the Accounting Certificate.

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd  
Sem
ACC 211-212  Principles of Accounting I-II   4
ACC 261  Principles of Federal Taxation I  3 -
AST 101 Keyboarding I 3 -
ENG 111  English Composition I  3 -
MTH 120 Introduction to Mathematics   3 -
STD 100  Orientation 1 -
BUS 100 Introduction to Business - 3
BUS 121 Business Mathematics - 3
One of the following computer courses: - 3
   BUS 226  Computer Business Applications
   ITE 115 Computer Literacy°
ECO 120 Survey of Economics  - 3
  TOTAL 17 16

Total Minimum Credits for Accounting—33.

° ITE 115 replaces IST 117 – Introduction to Microcomputer Software

Child Care  TOP

Award: Certificate

Length: Two-year (part-time) curriculum

Purpose: This certificate program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in a variety of situations where the care of children is the primary objective. Practitioners already employed in a child care capacity will find this program appropriate for upgrading and broadening their paraprofessional abilities and qualifications.

Occupational Objectives: Preparation or upgrading for positions as child-care assistants (or aides) in the following types of facilities:

Child Care Centers
Day Care Centers
Nursery (pre-kindergarten) Schools
Residential Facilities
Family Day Care
Private Homes

Admission Requirements: General admission requirements of the College.

First Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
CHD 118 Methods and Materials in the Language Arts for Children 3 -
CHD 120 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 -
HLT 106 First Aid and Safety 2 -
CHD 125 Creative Activities for Children  - 3
CHD 205 Guiding the Behavior of Children - 3
ENG 100  Basic Occupational Communication(1) - 3
TOTAL 8 9

Second Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
CHD 121 Childhood Educational Development  3 -
CHD 165 Observation & Participation in Early Childhood / Primary Settings 3 -
HLT 135 Child Health and Nutrition 3 -
CHD 126 Methods and Materials for Developing Science & Mathematical Concepts in Children - 3
CHD 190  Coordinated Internship in Child Care(2) - 3
PSY 235 Child Psychology - 3
TOTAL 9 9

Total Minimum Credits for Child Care—35.

(1) ENG 111 may be substituted for ENG 100 for degree-seeking students.
(2) CHD 190 requires a background search for which the student pays. Students should get this done in the semester preceding internship since it may take 8-12 weeks to receive results. The Apprenticeship Office has details.

Health Technology (Distance Education Programs)  TOP

CVCC has entered into a partnership with Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) and Southwest Virginia Community College (SWVCC) to offer certificate programs in Surgical Technology and Diagnostic Medical Sonography. These programs are deliverd to the CVCC campus through compressed video. The laboratory and clinical portion of the programs are performed at area hospitals.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography
This certificate program is no longer offered at CVCC.

Certificate program through Southwest Va Community College

The Diagnositic Medical Sonography (DMS) Certificate Program is offered collectively by Central Virginia Community College (CVCC) and Southwest Virginia Community College (SWVCC) through a distance learning partnership. Students may complete general education courses at CVCC. Diagnostic Medical Sonography courses are offered through SWVCC utilizing compressed video.

Purpose: The one year certificate program is designed to prepare selected students for entry into diagnostic medical sonography (ultrasound). Successful completion of the program will qualify students for entry level positions in general sonography. Upon completion, students may apply for the registry examination in sonography administered by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).

Preparation: In addition to the admission requirements established by the college, entry into the program requires that applicants be a graduate of a two-year accredited health care program. Graduates from Radiologic Technology programs will be given first priority. Applicants must have completed two semesters of college anatomy and physiology and one semester of medical terminology. Applications, transcripts, and radiography certification must be submitted to the SWVCC’s admissions office by April 15.

Additional Information: Information about the CVCC/SWVCC Diagnostic Medical Sonography program may be obtained by contacting the program head at (276) 964-7642 or the CVCC Counseling Department at (434) 832-7800.

Surgical Technology

Certificate program through Piedmont Virginia Community College.

The Surgical Technology Certificate Program is offered collectively by Central Virginia Community College (CVCC), Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) and Centra Health, Inc., through a distance learning partnership.

Students may complete the general education requirements at CVCC. Surgical Technology courses are offered through PVCC utilizing compressed video. The laboratory and clinical portions of the program are conducted at Virginia Baptist Hospital.

Purpose: The one year certificate program will prepare students to perform selected activities in the operating room as an entry level member of the surgical team. This certificate program is designed to provide graduates the opportunity to become nationally certified as a surgical technologist.

Preparation: In addition to admission requirements set by the college, admission to the Surgical Technology program requires completion of high school algebra I and II and high school chemistry. Students with deficiencies will be required to take these courses at the community college. Admission application, high school and college transcripts, if applicable, and placement test scores must be sent to the PVCC’s admissions office by May 1. Applicants who have met admission requirements will be scheduled to attend an operating room visit in order to observe an actual operating room situation prior to admission.

Additional Information: Information about the CVCC/PVCC/Centra Health, Inc., joint Surgical Technology Program may be obtained by contacting the PVCC program head at (434) 961-5239 or the CVCC Counseling Department at (434) 832-7800.

Human Services  TOP

Award: Certificate

Length: Four-semester, two summer (part-time) curriculum

Purpose: The Human Services Certificate Program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to help persons in facilities for those who have social dysfunctions and need to have their physical, social and psychological needs better met. CVCC graduates may also furnish adult care.  The human services worker is prepared to provide individuals with remedial therapeutic and rehabilitative treatment activities. Persons are trained as paraprofessionals to work in such places as mental retardation and mental health facilities, halfway houses, sheltered workshops, and social service agencies.

Occupational Objectives: Preparation of pre-service and/or in-service personnel for positions such as the following:

Human Service Care Worker
Human Service Lead Worker
Psychiatric Aide
Mental Health Technician
Social Service Assistant
Human Service Worker
Residential Support Provider
Adult Care Provider

Admission Requirements: General admission requirements of the College.

First Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
Sum
Sem
HMS 100 Introduction to Human Services 3 - -
HMS 121 Basic Counseling Skills I 3 - -
HLT 121

Introduction to Drug Use & Abuse

- 3 -
PBS 120 Introduction to Community and Social Services - 3 -
ENG 111 College Composition I - - 3
PSY 200 Principles of Psychology - - 3
TOTAL 6 6 6

Second Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
Sum
Sem
HMS 231- 232 Gerontology I-II 3 3 -
PSY 205 Personal Conflict and Crisis Management 3 - -
HMS 210 Marriage and Family Relationships - 3 -
MEN 190 Coordinated Internship in Human Services(1) - - 3
PSY 215 Abnormal Psychology - - 3
TOTAL

Total Minimum Credits for Human Services—36

(1) MEN 190 may require a background search for which the student pays. Students should get this done in the semester preceding internship since it may take 8-12 weeks to receive results. See the Apprenticeship Office for details.

Industrial Electricity  TOP

The courses in this program are offered primarily in the evening.

Award: Certificate

Length: Four-year (part-time) curriculum

Purpose: With the rapid growth of the electronics and manufacturing industries in Virginia and the steady demand for qualified electricians in the local area, there is a need for trained personnel to meet these requirements. This certificate program is designed to meet the needs of persons employed in an electrical trade and who wish to improve their competency in this field. Students who successfully complete this program may find employment as electrical supervisors and maintenance electricians.

Admission Requirements: In addition to the admission requirements established for the College, entry into the Industrial Electricity program requires proficiency in high school English and mathematics. Students who do not meet the English and mathematics requirements will be required to correct their deficiencies. Students are strongly advised to consult with their advisor and the Apprentice Coordinator while planning a program of study and to continue doing so on a regular, periodic basis during that program of study.

Program Requirements: The curriculum in Industrial Electricity is a four-year part-time curriculum encompassing such areas as basic electricity and industrial electronics. Upon satisfactory completion of the curriculum the graduate will be awarded a Certificate in Industrial Electricity.

First Year 

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
MTH 103-104 Applied Technical Mathematics I-II(1) 3 3
SAF 126 Principles of Industrial Safety 3 -
ELE 113 Electricity I  - 3
ELE 123 Electrical Applications I   - 1
TOTAL 6 7

Second Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
ELE 114 Electricity II  3 -
ELE 124 Electrical Applications II 1 -
ELE 136 National Electrical Code - Commercial  3 -
ELE 137 National Electrical Code - Industrial - 3
ELE 211 Electrical Machines I  - 4
TOTAL 7 7

Third Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
ELE 212 Electrical Machines II  4 -
One of the following computer courses: 3
   BUS 226 Computer Business Applications
   ITE 115 Computer Literacy°
ETR 147 Amplifiers 4 -
ENG 100 Basic Occupational Communication(2)  - 3
ETR 148 Amplifiers and Integrated Circuits - 4
TOTAL 11 7

Fourth Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
ELE 233  Programmable Logic Controller Systems I  3 -
PSY 120  Human Relations(3) 3 -
ECO 120  Survey of Economics(3) - 3
ELE 234 Programmable Logic Controller Systems II  - 3
TOTAL 6 6

Total Minimum Credits for Industrial Electricity—57*.

(1) Students whose placement test scores qualify for placement in MTH 115-116, MTH 151-152 or MTH 163-164 are encouraged to take one of these higher level sequences in lieu of MTH 103-104. Students who wish to receive the AAS in Technical Studies should complete a higher level of mathematics than MTH 103-104.
(2) Students whose placement test scores qualify for placement in ENG 111 are encouraged to take ENG 111 in lieu of ENG 100.  Students who wish to receive the AAS in Technical Studies must take ENG 111.
(3) Any six credit hours in the social science disciplines may be substituted for ECO 120 and PSY 120. For a listing of approved courses, see Social Sciences Electives located at the beginning of the Curricula of Study section of this catalog.
° ITE 115 replaces IST 117 – Introduction to Microcomputer Software
* Selected apprentice students may be required to take STD 106 (Preparation for Employment) as part of their employer-approved apprenticeship curriculum.

Legal Assistant  TOP

Award: Certificate

Length: Four-semester, two summer (part-time) curriculum

Purpose: The Legal Assistant Certificate Program is designed to prepare individuals for the performance of independent legal work under the supervision of an attorney.

Occupational Objectives: The preparation of pre-service and/or in-service personnel for a position as Legal Assistant/Paralegal.

Admission Requirements: Students are required to meet the general admission requirements of the College. Entry into the Legal Assistant Program requires proficiency in high school English. Students with an English deficiency must successfully complete the appropriate developmental English course(s).

First Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
Sum
Sem
LGL 110 Introduction to Law & the Legal Assistant  3 - -
LGL 115 Real Estate Law 3 - -
LGL 117 Family Law - 3 -
LGL 226 Real Estate Abstracting - 3 -
One of the following computer courses: - 3 -
   BUS 226 Computer Business Applications
   ITE 115 Computer Literacy°
ENG 111 College Composition I - - 3
Social Science Elective (2) - - 3
TOTAL 6 9 6

Second Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
Sum
Sem
LGL 125 Legal Research  3 - -
LGL 216 Trial Preparation and Discovery Practice 3 - -
BUS 241 Business Law I - 3 -
LGL 218 Criminal Law  - 3 -
LGL 290 Coordinated Internship in Legal Administration  - - 3
TOTAL  6 6 3

Total Minimum Credits for Legal Assistant—36.

(1) Students who have the required computer skills can receive credit for this course requirement by scheduling an appointment in the Business and Allied Health computer lab, Room 2114, and taking an examination.
(2) For a listing of approved courses, see Social Sciences Electives located at the beginning of the Curricula of Study section of this catalog.

Machine Operations  TOP

The courses in this program are offered primarily in the evening.

Award: Certificate in Machine Operations

Length: Four-year (part-time) curriculum

Purpose: The purpose of this curriculum is to offer a series of courses that can be taken as a part of an apprentice program in industry. Students who successfully complete this program may find employment as machinist-mechanics.

Admission Requirements: In addition to meeting the admission requirements established for the College and an interest in studying the Machine Operations curriculum, the student must achieve a satisfactory score on the appropriate English and mathematics proficiency examinations. Students who do not meet the English and mathematics requirements will be required to correct their deficiencies. Cooperative Education is available in the curriculum. Students are strongly advised to consult with their advisor and the Apprentice Coordinator while planning a program of study and to continue doing so on a regular, periodic basis during that program of study.

Program Requirements: Machine Operations is a curriculum encompassing such diverse areas as technical mathematics, technical drafting, basic electricity, mechanisms, and tool design. Upon satisfactory completion of the curriculum the graduate will be awarded a Certificate in Machine Operations.

First Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
MTH 103-104 Applied Technical Mathematics I-II(1) 3 3
MAC 181 Blueprint Reading I  3 -
DRF 128 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing  - 2
TOTAL 6 5

Second Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
MAC 161-162 Machine Shop Practices I-II  3 3
MEC 116  Jig and Fixture Design    2 -
SAF 126  Principles of Industrial Safety 3 -
 One of the following computer courses:  - 3
   BUS 226 Computer Business Applications
   ITE 115 Computer Literacy°
MAC 116   Machinist Handbook    - 2
TOTAL 8 8

Third Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
ELE 140 Basic Electricity and Machinery  4 -
ENG 100 Basic Occupational Communication(2)  3 -
MEC 266 Applications of Fluid Mechanics - 4
WEL 120  Introduction to Welding - 3
TOTAL 7 7

Fourth Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
IND 126 Maintenance Scheduling &Planning 2 -
IND 140 Quality Control 2 -
Social Science Elective(3) - 3
MAC 146  Metals/Heat Treatment - 2
TOTAL  4 5

Total Minimum Credits for Machine Operations—49*.

(1) Students whose placement test scores qualify for placement in MTH 115-116, MTH 151-152 or MTH 163-164 are encouraged to take one of these higher level sequences in lieu of MTH 103-104. Students who wish to receive the AAS in Technical Studies should complete a higher level of mathematics than MTH 103-104.
(2) Students whose placement test scores qualify for placement in ENG 111 are encouraged to take ENG 111 in lieu of ENG 100.  Students who wish to receive the AAS in Technical Studies must take ENG 111.
(3) For a listing of approved courses, see Social Sciences Electives located at the beginning of the Curricula of Study section of this catalog.
° ITE 115 replaces IST 117 – Introduction to Microcomputer Software
* Selected apprentice students may be required to take STD 106 (Preparation for Employment) as part of their employer-approved apprenticeship curriculum.

Machine Shop  TOP

Award: Certificate

Length: Two-semester (one-year) plus one summer curriculum

Purpose: The purpose of this curriculum is to develop the skills of students to use many of the complex tools and devices found in modern machine shops. The certificate curriculum in Machine Shop is designed to prepare persons for full-time employment as machinist trainees.

Admission Requirements: In addition to meeting the admission requirements established for the College and an interest in studying the Machine Shop curriculum, the student must achieve a satisfactory score on the appropriate English and mathematics proficiency examinations. Students who do not meet the English and mathematics requirements will be required to correct their deficiencies. Cooperative Education is available in the curriculum. Students are strongly advised to consult with their advisor and the Apprentice Coordinator while planning a program of study and to continue doing so on a regular, periodic basis during that program of study.

Program Requirements: The curriculum includes courses in technical areas such as machine shop, welding and technical drafting and is supplemented by general education courses. Upon satisfactory completion of the curriculum listed, the graduate will be awarded a Certificate in Machine Shop.

First Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
Sum
Sem
MTH 103-104 Applied Technical Mathematics I-II(1) 3 3 -
MAC 181 Blueprint Reading I 3 - -
MAC 161-162 Machine Shop Practices I-II  6 - -
PSY 120 Human Relations(2) 3 - -
SAF 126 Principles of Industrial Safety 3 - -
DRF 128 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing - 2 -
ENG 100 Basic Occupational Communication(3)  - 3 -
MAC 116 Machinist Handbook  2
MAC 163-164  Machine Shop Practices III-IV  6
One of the following computer courses: 3
   BUS 226 Computer Business Applications
   ITE 115 Computer Literacy°
MAC 121 Numerical Control I   3
MAC 146  Metals/Heat Treatment 2
MAC 241-242  Advanced Machinery Procedures I-II 6
TOTAL 18 16 14

Total Minimum Credits for Machine Shop—48*.

(1) Students whose placement test scores qualify for placement in MTH 115-116, MTH 151-152 or MTH 163-164 are encouraged to take one of these higher level sequences in lieu of MTH 103-104. Students who wish to receive the AAS in Technical Studies should complete a higher level of mathematics than MTH 103-104.
(2) Any three credit hours in the social science disciplines may be substituted for PSY 120. For a listing of approved courses, see Social Sciences Electives located at the beginning of the Curricula of Study section of this catalog.
(3) Students whose placement test scores qualify for placement in ENG 111 are encouraged to take ENG 111 in lieu of ENG 100.  Students who wish to receive the AAS in Technical Studies must take ENG 111.
° ITE 115 replaces IST 117 – Introduction to Microcomputer Software
* Selected apprentice students may be required to take STD 106 (Preparation for Employment) as part of their employer-approved apprenticeship curriculum.

Microcomputer Office Automation  TOP

Award: Certificate

Length: Two-semester (one-year) curriculum

Purpose: The purpose of the Microcomputer Office Automation Program is to prepare students for employment with business, industry, and government organizations. Students will learn a variety of software used in the workplace. The software will include word processing, spreadsheet, and database.

Occupational Objectives:

Office Automation Specialist
Information Processing Specialist
Microcomputer Sales Trainee
Related Office Occupations

Admission Requirements: In addition to the admission requirements established by the College, entry into the program requires a keyboarding skill of 25 words per minute. Students must also be proficient in English and mathematics.

Program Requirements: The Microcomputer Office Automation Certificate Program is a two-semester program including computer-related courses supplemented by general education requirements. Upon completion of the program, the graduate will be awarded a certificate in Microcomputer Office Automation.

First Year

Course No.  Course Title Course Credits
    1st 
Sem
2nd
Sem
Sum
Sem
AST 101 Keyboarding I 3 - -
One of the following computer courses:  3 - -
   BUS 226 Computer Business Applications
   ITE 115 Computer Literacy°
ENG 111 College Composition I 3
ITE 130 Introduction to Internet Services°  3 - -
STD 100 Orientation 1 - -
AST 141 Word Processing I - 3 -
AST 253 Advanced Desktop Publish. I - 3 -
ENG 116 Writing for Business(1)    - 3 -
ITE 140 Spreadsheet Software° - 3 -
BUS 200 Principles of Management - - 3
MTH 121 Fundamentals of Mathematics I   - - 3
TOTAL 13 12 6

Total Minimum Credits for Microcomputer Office Automation—31.

(1) ENG 112 may be substituted for ENG 116.
° ITE 115 replaces IST 117 – Introduction to Microcomputer Software
ITE 130 replaces IST 128 – Introduction to Internet Services
ITE 140 replaces IST 123 Software Spreadsheet I