Catalog 2010 - Naugatuck Valley Community College - Connecticut ...

124 CertifiCateS, CreDit ProgramS
2D Computer-aided Drafting (CaD)
engineering technologies Division
The need to attract more students into engineering is a national concern.
The 2D Computer-Aided Drafting Certificate meets the need of individuals
interested in a basic exposure to, and/or exploration of, using and applying
2D CAD. This opportunity prepares a student to use and/or pursue a
career using CAD in numerous fields. NVCC's Engineering Technologies
programs prepare graduates to be engineering technicians who are able to
respond to the changing demands of Connecticut's "high tech" industries.
Course No. title Credits
CAD*h150 2D CAD Drafting 3
MFG*h104 Manufacturing Processes 4
ENG*h101 Composition 3
MAT*h137 Intermediate Algebra 3
Elective Directed Elective 3
total Credit Hours 16
Program outcomes
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will
be able to:
1. Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of engineering
graphics and conventional 2-dimensional drafting practices such as
geometric constructions, orthographic, projection, isometric, section,
detail, and auxiliary views.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of CAD/D software for 2-dimensional
applications.
3. Explain concepts and requirements for drawings used in the manufacturing
process.
4. Create 2D professionally finished drawings from working drawings
under the supervision of a senior draftsperson.
5. Demonstrate the proper setup and procedures for various manufacturing
processes.
6. Apply Language Arts skills related to the occupation, including but
not limited to: critical thinking, reading, and writing.
7. Apply Mathamatics required for basic drafting and manufacturing
applications.
3D CaDD modeling
engineering technologies Division
The need to attract more students into engineering is a national concern. The
3D Computer-Aided Drafting Certificate continues to prepares a student to
use and/or pursue a career using CADD and meets the need of individuals:
• seeking entry-level employment opportunities.
• seeking to upgrade their technical skills.
• preparing for career advancement opportunities.
NVCC's Engineering Technologies programs prepare graduates to be
engineering technicians who are able to respond to the changing demands
of Connecticut's "high tech" industries.
Course No. title Credits
MFG*h106 Computer-Aided Mfg I 3
CAD*h200 3D CAD Modeling 4
CAD*h220 Parametric Design 3
Elective Directed Elective 3
total Credit Hours 13
Program outcomes
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will
be able to:
1. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of engineering graphics and
conventional drafting practices such as geometric constructions,
orthographic, projection, isometric, section, detail, auxiliary views,
and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
2. Starting with an engineering design concept, create 3D geometric
models, develop tolerance requirements, perform basic analysis
functions under the supervision of a degreed engineer, and produce
professionally finished engineering drawings, suitable for use in
manufacturing.
3. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of 3-dimentional wire
frame, surface, and solid modeling concepts, procedures, and applications.
4. Perform basic manual CNC programming
Child and family Services
Behavioral & Social Sciences Division
The increase in the number of families in crisis and the rising number of
maltreated children in our communities make it necessary to have trained
human Services professionals who are skilled and knowledgeable about
the unique needs of these populations. The Child & Family Services
Certificate curriculum focuses on such areas as juvenile justice, singleparent
families, divorce, sexuality, abuse, neglect, poverty, adoption,
child protection, disability services, mental health and cultural diversity.
Course No. title Credits
hSE* h101 Intro to human Services 3
hSE* h202 Intro to Counseling & Interviewing 3
hSE* h281 human Services Field Work 3
SOC* h101 Principles of Sociology 3
SOC* h210 Sociology of the Family 3
SOC* h201 Contemporary Social Issues
or
SOC* h221 Social Inequality 3
hSE*h133 Child Advocacy in human Services 3
PSY* h111 General Psychology I 3
Elective Psychology Elective† 3
PSY* h258 Behavior Modification 3
total Credit Hours 30
†Directed Electives:
PSY* h203, Child Development, PSY*h207 or Adolescent Psychology
or PSY*h204, Child & Adolescent
Program outcomes
Upon successful completion of all certificate requirements, graduates
will be able to:
1. Demonstrate a beginning understanding of a range of issues that
people in need of human services experience.
2. Utilize critical thinking skills necessary to read and analyze current
and future trends as presented in literature in the field of human
services and child and family services.
3. Identify socio-cultural dynamics that underlay issues in American
society and politics.
4. Demonstrate an ability to utilize the skills, and tasks required for
engagement, assessment, case planning, intervention and termination
with a diverse population.
5. Present a well organized, comprehensive oral report before a group.
6. Compare and contrast the ecological, functional, and conflict perspectives
to understand and analyze social issues such as alienation,
poverty, crime and health.
7. Describe how the events and influences of the political, social, and
economic climate have shaped the American response to human
needs and the historical development of social welfare.
8. Develop an understanding of the expectations of a personal and
professional code of ethical standards.
9. Demonstrate an ability to provide referrals to services, concrete
information, and emotional support to clients with a goal of promoting
empowerment skills.
10. Identify causes, consequences and solutions to inequality due to
race, age, gender, religion and economics.