Design, Model Making, Rapid Prototyping
Learn how to convert the ideas in your head or on paper into three dimensional items by using traditional hand-on skills and modern technology using a variety of materials. We can help you develop skills using that bring your hands, brain, and common sense together. We explain how to break down a project into manageable steps and processes so that it can be conquered in a reasonable time. You do not need to have had any hands-on experience, we provide you with skills for many industries.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesWe can help you develop skills using that bring your hands, brain, and common sense together. DMP students work with the following environments: automotive design, product development, medical device design, 3D printing environments, toy design, movie and stage special effects and set design, prop making, manufacturing, and packaging design. We can explain the skills to get in with exciting companies.
Program Length
On average, students can complete their certificate in 5 semesters or less, explaining how to bridge your current knowledge with where you want to go.
Transfer Options
For the course 100 level DMP course work, IVC has a transfer agreement with all universities in the CSU and UC systems.
Program Specific Support
There are several times each week you can work in studios and complete or exceed the projects provided.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH | Math GE Course | 1C | 3-5 |
| DMP 20 | Basic Model Making | Major | 3 |
| DMP 200 | Introduction to Model Making and Design | Major | 1.5 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| DMP 21 | Advanced Model Making I | Major | 3 |
| DMP 210 | Rapid Visualization | Major | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DMP 22 | Advanced Model Making II | Major | 3 |
| DMP 130 | Solidworks | Major | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DMP 40 | 3D Rapid Model Making and Prototype Development I | Major | 3 |
| DMP 260 | Modeling and Prototyping Methods and Materials | Major | 2 |
| Natural Sciences | Natrual Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 1.5 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DMP 41 | 3D Rapid Model Making and Prototype Development II | Major | 3 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DMP 20 | Basic Model Making | 3 |
| DMP 200 | Introduction to Model Making and Design | 1.5 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DMP 21 | Advanced Model Making I | 3 |
| DMP 210 | Rapid Visualization | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DMP 22 | Advanced Model Making II | 3 |
| DMP 130 | Solidworks | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DMP 40 | 3D Rapid Model Making and Prototype Development I | 3 |
| DMP 260 | Modeling and Prototyping Methods and Materials | 2 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DMP 41 | 3D Rapid Model Making and Prototype Development II | 3 |
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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Not sure if Design, Model Making, Rapid Prototyping is the right fit?
That's OK!
Begin with the Exploratory Interest Area and explore Design, Model Making, Rapid Prototyping while still working toward your academic goals.
Or speak to one of IVC’s Academic Counselors to learn more about all of your options.
Dance
Come dance with us! The Irvine Valley College Dance Department welcomes dancers of all levels and genres who want to further their practice and achieve their goals within the area of dance and movement. The dance department programs serve students seeking to transfer, obtain a degree or certificate, enhance career skills, or improve skills as lifelong learners.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesCommunicate
Express yourself through movement. Learn how to use your body to communicate through dance and other movement practices. Dive deeper into viewing, creating movement and sharing your reactions to dance, art and movement.
Create
Create your own dances, work with leading dance artists and collaborate with peers through the processes of making dance. Along with developing self-movement practices to better serve your body.
Perform
Share your dance artistry with the world. Take the stage and perform in our IVC dance productions on campus, in the community and beyond.
Educate
Learn how to teach others about the body through dance and mind body courses. Take this knowledge and apply it to health, fitness and dance industries.
Program Length
- 4 - 6 semesters (2 - 3 years) is average for AA seekers
- 2 - 4 semesters (1 - 2 years) for certificate seekers
Transfer Options
IVC Dance prepares students for dance performance, dance composition, commercial dance, dance pedagogy and dance therapy programs of study for transfer through our course studies in the dance department.
IVC Dance has great working relationships with universities throughout the United States. Our faculty can help connect you to transfer institutions that best fits your personal dance plan. IVC Dance Department works mostly with Southern California universities for dance transfers at institutions like CSULB, CSUF, CSUCI, CSUDH, Chapman University, UCI, and UCSD.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some UC majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 10* | Statistics Course | 2A | 3 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundalmentals | 1C | 3 |
| DNCE 6 | Ballet I | 2 | |
| DNCE 12 | Modern Dance I | 2 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major/Elective | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing 2 - Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| DNCE 55 | Choreography I | 3 | |
| DNCE 7 | Ballet 2 | 2 | |
| DNCE 77 or 78 | Dance History-20th Century or Dance Appreciation | 3A | 3 |
| Social & Behavior Science | Social and Behavior Sciences GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major/Elective | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNCE 50 | Condition and Correct: Overview | 3 | |
| DNCE 13 | Modern Dance II | 2 | |
| Biological Science | Biological Science GE Course | 5B | 3 |
| Biological Science Lab | Biological Science Lab GE Course | 5C | 1 |
| Social & Behavior Science** | Social and Behavior Sciences GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Social & Behavior Science** | Social and Behavior Sciences GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major/Elective | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNCE 18 | Jazz Dance II | 2 | |
| DNCE 70 | IVC Performing Dance Ensemble | 2 | |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | 5A | 3 |
| Social & Behavior Science** | Social and Behavior Sciences GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 3B | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 3A or 3B | 3 |
- Students can take Math 10 or another math course that meets the UC transfer math requirement.in IGETC GE Area 2A.
- Students must take three Social and Behavioral Sciences course from at least two different disciplines. Please see IGETC GE pattern for details.
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Language Other than English requirement necessary to meet Full IGETC Certification.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some CSU majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | A2 | 4 |
| MATH 10* | Introduction to Statistics | B4 | 3 |
| DNCE 55 | Choreography I | Major or Elective | 3 |
| DNCE 6 | Ballet I | 2 | |
| DNCE 12 | Modern Dance I | Major or Elective | 2 |
| DNCE 66C or 70 | Dance Performance Course | 2 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking | A3 | 3-4 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | A1 | 3 |
| DNCE 7 | Ballet II | Major | 2 |
| DNCE 13 | Modern Dance II | Major or Elective | 2 |
| DNCE 23 | Tap Dance II | Elective | 1 |
| Learning & Self Dev. | Lifelong Learning and Self Development GE Course | E | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DANCE 18 | Jazz II | 2 | |
| DNCE 75 | Improvisation I | Major or Elective | 2 |
| DNCE 77 | Dance History - 20th Century | C1 | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | C2 | 3 |
| HIST 20 or HIST 21 | American History Course | D | 3 |
| Life Science | Life Science GE Course | B1 | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNCE 50, 86, 87, or 88 | Condition and Correct Course | 3 | |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | C1 or C2 | 3 |
| PS 1 | American Government | D | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | D | 3 |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | B1 | 3 |
| Physical Science Lab | Physical Science Lab | B3 | 1 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH | Math GE Course | 2 | 3-5 |
| DNCE 55 | Choreography I | 7 & Major | 3 |
| DNCE 6 | Ballet I | Major | 2 |
| DNCE 12 | Modern Dance I | Major | 2 |
| DNCE 66C or 70 | Dance Performance Course | Major | 2 |
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking | 1C | 3-4 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 1B & Major | 3 |
| DNCE 7 | Ballet II | Major | 2 |
| DNCE 13 | Modern Dance II | Major | 2 |
| DNCE 66C or 70 | Dance Performance Course | Major | 2 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNCE 77 | Dance History: Twentieth Century | Major | 3 |
| DNCE 66C or 70 | Dance Performance Course | Major | 2 |
| DNCE Major | DNCE Major Course from List B | Major | 1 |
| American Institutions | American Institutions GE Course | 8 | 3 |
| Lifelong Health | Lifelong Health and Personal Development GE Course | 9 | 3 |
| Cultural Diversity | Cultural Diversity GE Course | 5 | 3 |
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNCE 50, 86, 87, or 88 | Condition and Correct Course | Major | 3 |
| DNCE 66C or 70 | Dance Performance Course | Major | 2 |
| DNCE Major | DNCE Major Course from List B | Major | 1 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 6 | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natrual Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2-3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DNCE 55 | Choreography I | 3 |
| DNCE 13 | Modern Dance II | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List B | 2 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DNCE 7 | Ballet II | 2 |
| DNCE 18 | Jazz Dance II | 1 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List B | 2 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DNCE 23 | Tap Dance II | 1 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List A | 3 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List B | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List D | 1 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List E | 1 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List E | 1 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List F | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List G | 2-3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DNCE 55 | Choreography I | 3 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List A | 3 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List B | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List D | 2 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List C | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List D | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List E | 1 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List F | 2 |
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DNCE 95 | GYROKINESIS(R): 60 Minute Format and Other Sequences | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List B | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List B | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List C | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List A | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List B | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List D | 2 |
| DNCE Major | Dance Major Course from List E | 2 |
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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Not sure if Dance is the right fit?
That's OK!
Begin with the Exploratory Interest Area and explore Dance while still working toward your academic goals.
Or speak to one of IVC’s Academic Counselors to learn more about all of your options.
Counseling
Acquire the skills to assess and clarify your academic/personal goals and values.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesThe counseling faculty assists students in clarifying their needs, making decisions, setting goals and dealing effectively with personal obstacles. The Counseling program also allows students to begin exploring counseling theory, communication skills, counseling intervention strategies, and assessment methods and procedures.
Program Length
Students interested in counseling as a career often major in Psychology, Sociology, or other similar behavioral science majors.
Transfer Options
Counseling prepares students with the educational and personal skills and support necessary for college, career and life.
Program Specific Support
Counseling appointments are offered in a number of the counseling support centers, such as the Counseling Department, Career and Transfer Center, EOPS, DSPS, International Student Center, AESL Center, Veterans Resource Center, and Re-Entry Center. In addition, students can take advantage of the MAP (My Academic Plan) Lab and workshops offered in the Student Empowerment Center.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Not sure if Counseling is the right fit?
That's OK!
Begin with the Exploratory Interest Area and explore Counseling while still working toward your academic goals.
Or speak to one of IVC’s Academic Counselors to learn more about all of your options.
Drafting
The IVC Drafting Program is designed to help students gain computer-aided design skills that are in demand across a wide array of technical fields including engineering, architectural design, and land development. In as little as one semester, students can learn the fundamentals of an industry standard CAD program and can greatly enhance their existing skillsets or gain access to a diverse job market with outstanding opportunities for long term growth.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesThe IVC Drafting Program is designed to assist students in developing computer-aided design (CAD) skills for businesses involving manufacturing, construction, testing and design. Students receive advanced training on industry standard CAD programs such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, Revit, and Civil3D. Additional instruction is provided covering basic terminology, object identification, and modern business practices. Students are typically provided with free educational versions of software programs for home use and certification exams are available both online and through our testing center. Professions which utilize computer-aided drafting skills include mechanical engineering, civil engineering and land development, electrical drafting, and architectural drafting with building information modeling (BIM).
Program Length
The average time to completion for our Certificate of Achievement Award or AS Degree is approximately 4 semesters, or two years.
The average time to completion for one of our Certificates of Proficiency is approximately 3 semesters, or 18 months.
Transfer Options
The IVC drafting certificates have been designed to allow students to not only develop employable drafting skills, but prepare for university transfer as well. All courses within the Drafting Program maintain articulation agreements with our university partners, including UC Irvine, CalPoly Pomona, and Cal State Fullerton. Additionally, all drafting certificates contain a significant number of transferable engineering courses. This flexible design creates a direct pathway for students who wish to use their drafting courses as a foundation for completing our Engineering AS Degree and then transfer into a university engineering program.
Program Specific Support
Students enrolled in the Drafting Program enjoy a wide array of instructional services and benefits. All classes are currently offered within the dedicated learning facility at the ATEP campus where students have access to three advanced computer labs, a full machine shop, a wide array of highly advanced pieces of equipment, and dedicated faculty and staff members who specialize in STEM based education. Additionally, students who are interested in transfer programs will find that the college has one of the first dedicated transfer agreements in California through the IVC-UCI Engineering Academy.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| ENGR 21 | Introduction to Engineering and Technology | Major | 1 |
| DR 50 | Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR 23 | Engineering Graphics and Descriptive Geometry | Major | 3 |
| ENGR 7 | Introduction to Engineering Methods | Major | 4 |
| MATH 2 or Math 3A | Pre-Calculus or Analytic Geometry and Calculus | 1C & Major | 5 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 1A | General Chemistry I | 2 | 5 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR 103 | Introduction to Architectural Drafting | Major | 3 |
| ENGR 83 | Computer-Aided Design Techniques | Major | 3 |
| Physics 4A | General Physics | 2 | 5 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR 52 or ENGR 25 | Engineering Drawing and Design or Civil3D CAD | Major | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DR 50 | Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting | 3 |
| ENGR 21 | Introduction to Engineering and Technology | 1 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGR 23 | Engineering Graphics and Descriptive Geometry | 3 |
| ENGR 7 | Introduction to Engineering Methods | 4 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DR 103 | Introduction to Architectural Drafting | 3 |
| ENGR 83 | Computer-Aided Design Techniques | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DR 52 or ENGR 25 | Engineering Drawing and Design or Civil3D CAD | 3 |
Note: This sample academic plan shows additional units for this certificate as compared to the IVC catalog due to prerequisite requirements.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGR 21 | Introduction to Engineering and Technology | 1 |
| ENGR 23 | Engineering Graphics and Descriptive Geometry | 3 |
| DR 103 | Introduction to Architectural Drafting | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGR 25 | 3D Civil Computer-Aided Design | 3 |
| GEOG 12 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems | 2 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGR 21 | Introduction to Engineering and Technology | 1 |
| DR 50 | Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting | 3 |
| DR 52 | Engineering Drawing and Design | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGR 7 | Introduction to Engineering Methods | 4 |
| ENGR 83 | Computer-Aided Design Techniques | 3 |
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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- Associate's Degree
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- Certificate
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- H.S. Diploma or Less
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- H.S. Diploma or Less
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- Bachelor's Degree
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- Master's Degree
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- Bachelor's Degree
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Computer Science
Develop computer programming skills which will enable you to work in the dynamic and ever-changing field of Computer Science. Learn methods of Computer Science useful in solving problems of science, industry, and government.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesStudents will learn how to analyze problems and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution along with current techniques, skills and tools necessary for computing practice. Students will learn how to design, implement, and evaluate computer-based systems to meet desired needs. A variety of programming languages is offered. The program can lead to careers as a Database Applications Developer, Programmer, Software Engineer, System Analyst, or Web Developer.
Program Length
Four semesters are usually needed to complete degree requirements.
Transfer Options
The Computer Science Department was recently interviewed by the Information Communications Technologies (ICT) and Digital Media Economic & Workforce Development
California Community Colleges regarding their high success in student transfer rates to four-year colleges. Our students transfer to many four-year colleges, from Cal State Fullerton to UCI and UCLA as well as to highly prestigious schools such as Carnegie-Mellon, Cal Tech and MIT. Computer Science students are continuously kept informed regarding transfer requirements and changes that occur to these transfer requirements.
Program Specific Support
The Student Success Center offers free tutoring services which are available to all students enrolled in Computer Science courses. Computer lab access is available to those students enrolled in courses that require specialized software which is installed on the computers in the Student Success Center. The center also has a 3D printer, scanners, and a regular print station available for student use. Tutoring is available year-round, during fall, spring and summer sessions.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some UC majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 3A* | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 2A & Major | 5 |
| Arts, Humanities, or Social & Behaviorial Sciences | Arts, Humanities, or Social and Behavioral Sciences GE Course | 3 or 4 | 3 |
| CS 36 | C Programming | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| MATH 3B | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 2A & Major | 5 |
| PHYS 4A | General Physics | 5A & Major | 4 |
| CS 37 | C++ Programming | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATH 4A | Analytic Geometry and Calculus III | 2A & Major | 5 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHYS 4B** | General Physics | 5A and Major | 4 |
| MATH 26 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 2A & Major | 4 |
| CS 6A | Computer Discrete Mathematics 1 | Major | 3 |
| CS 40A | Computer Organization and Assembly Language I | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHYS 4C** | General Physics | 5A and Major | 4 |
| MATH 24 | Elementary Differential Equations | 2A & Major | 4 |
| CS 40B | Computer Organization and Assembly Language II | Major | 3 |
| CS 41 | Data Structures | Major | 3 |
- This sample academic plan assumes that student is eligible for Math 3A in the first semester.
- Some UC campuses may require or recommend two or three physics course for transfer admissions for computer science majors. Please check assist.org and each UC campus transfer admissions website for details.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some UC majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 3A* | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 2A & Major | 5 |
| Arts, Humanities, or Social & Behavorial Sciences | Arts, Humanities, or Social and Behavioral Sciences GE Course | 3 or 4 | 3 |
| CS 36 | C Programming | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| MATH 3B | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 2A & Major | 5 |
| PHYS 4A** | General Physics | 5A & Major | 4 |
| CS 37*** | C++ Programming | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATH 4A | Analytic Geometry and Calculus III | 2A & Major | 5 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATH 26 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 2A & Major | 4 |
| CS 6B | Computer Discrete Mathematics II | Major | 3 |
| CS 40A | Computer Organization and Assembly Language I | Major | 3 |
| CS 41*** | Data Structures | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATH 24 | Elementary Differential Equations | 2A & Major | 4 |
| CS 6A | Computer Discrete Mathematics I | Major | 3 |
| CS 40B | Computer Organization and Assembly Language II | Major | 3 |
| CS 10*** | Introduction to Programming using Python | Major | 3 |
- This sample academic plan assumes that student is eligible for Math 3A in the first semester.
- UCI does not require physic courses for computer science majors; however, some other UC campuses will require or recommend physic courses for transfer admissions.
- UCI required CS 37, CS 41, and CS 10 in that specific order to receive articulation credit for UCI's I&C SCI 31 and 32
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some CSU majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | A2 | 4 |
| MATH 3A* | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | B4 & Major | 5 |
| CS 38** | Java Programming | Major | 3 |
| Learning & Self Dev | Lifelong Learning and Self Development GE Course | E | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking GE Course | A3 | 3-4 |
| MATH 3B | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | Major | 5 |
| CS 6A | Computer Discrete Mathematics I | Major | 3 |
| Social Science | Social Science GE Course | D | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | A1 | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CS 40A | Computer Organization and Assembly Language I | Major | 3 |
| PHYS 4A | General Physics | B1/B3 & Major | 4 |
| HIST 20 or HIST 21 | American History Course | C2 | 3 |
| ARTS | Arts GE Course | C1 | 3 |
| Social Science | Social Science GE Course | D | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHYS 4B | General Physics | B1/B3 & Major | 4 |
| CS 41 | Data Structures | Major | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | C1 or C2 | 3 |
| PS 1 | American Government | D | 3 |
| Life Science | Life Science GE Course | B2 | 3 |
- This sample academic plan assumes that student is eligible for Math 3A in the first semester.
- It is highly recommended that students with no previous programming experience should take at least CS10 or CS36 before CS38.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 3A | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 1C & Major | 5 |
| CS 10 | Introduction to Programming using Python | Major | 3 |
| CS 1 | Introduction to Computer Science | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| MATH 3B | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | Major | 5 |
| PHYS 4A | General Physics | Area B & Major | 4 |
| CS 36 | C Programming | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CS 38 | Java Programming | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATH 4A | Analytic Geometry and Calculus III | Major | 5 |
| PHYS 4B | General Physics | Major | 4 |
| CS 40A | Computer Organization and Assembly Language I | Major | 3 |
| CS 37 | C++ Programming | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHYS 4C | General Physics | Major | 4 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | Area D | 3 |
| CS 40B or CS6A or CS6B | Computer Organization and Assembly Language II or Computer Discrete Mathematics I or Computer Discrete Mathematics II | Major | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | Area C | 3 |
| CS 41 | Data Structures | Major | 3 |
- This sample academic plan assumes that student is eligible for Math 3A in the first semester.
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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Computer Information Management
Want a challenging, secure career? Information Technology is the lifeblood of almost every company. Cloud, cybersecurity, digital forensics…all of these fields are understaffed and looking for sharp, focused, skilled technicians and CIM can get you started!
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesCIM at IVC has three major areas of study; Business Applications, Networking, and Web Authoring.
Business Applications teaches you the tools you need to be competitive and productive in almost any field. Knowing Excel and other office software can set you apart make a valuable asset to any company.
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Program Length
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Transfer Options
We have many students who are enrolled in a 4-year university and are attending our classes to get skills they need to either be a more effective student or to prepare them for the workplace. We teach skills that both students and working professionals need.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
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Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 110 | Information and Communication Technology Essentials | 4 |
| CIM 160 | Computer Network Fundamentals (Network+) | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 161 | Systems and Network Administrator (Linux+) | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH | Math GE Course | IC | 3-5 |
| CIM 201A | Introduction to Computers, Keyboarding and Word I | Major | 1 |
| CIM 201B | Introduction to Computers, Keyboarding and Word II | Major | 1 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| CIM 107 | Introduction to Personal Computer Applications | Major | 3 |
| MGT 203 | Business English | Major | 3 |
| CIM 210.2 | Word Processing II | Major | 1.5 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIM 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | Major | 1.5 |
| CIM 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | Major | 1.5 |
| MGT 104 | Business Communication | Major | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIM 115 | Databases | Major | 3 |
| ARTS/HUM | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natrual Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WR 1* | College Writing 1 | 4 |
| CIM 201A | Introduction to Computers, Keyboarding and Word I | 1 |
| CIM 201B | Introduction to Computers, Keyboarding and Word II | 1 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 107 | Introduction to Personal Computer Applications | 3 |
| MGT 203 | Business English | 3 |
| CIM 210.2 | Word Processing II | 1.5 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
| CIM 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | 1.5 |
| MGT 104* | Business Communication | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 115 | Databases | 3 |
- This sample academic plan shows additional units for this certificate as compared to the IVC catalog due to prerequisite requirements.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 4 |
| CIM 201B | Introduction to Computers, Keyboarding and Word II | 1 |
| CIM 201C | Introduction to Computers, Keyboarding and Word III | 1 |
| CIM 103 | Introduction to Windows | 1.5 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 107 | Introduction to Personal Computer Applications | 3 |
| CIM 209 | Introduction to Outlook | 0.5 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 210.1 | Word Processing I | 1 |
| CIM 210.2 | Word Processing II | 1.5 |
| MGT 104 | Business Communication | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
| CIM 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | 1.5 |
| MGT 125 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
- This sample academic plan shows additional units for this certificate as compared to the IVC catalog due to prerequisite requirements.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 181 | CCNA - Introduction to Networks | 3 |
| CIM 182 | CCNA 2 - Routing and Switching Essentials | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 283 | CCNA 3 - Scaling Networks | 3 |
| CIM 284 | CCNA 4 - Connecting Networks | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH | Math GE Course | IC | 3-5 |
| CIM 103 | Introduction to Windows | Major | 1.5 |
| CIM 107 | Introduction to Personal Computer Applications | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| CIM 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | Major | 1.5 |
| CIM 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | Major | 1.5 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIM 115 | Databases | Major | 3 |
| CIM Major | CIM Major Course from List A | Major | 0.5-3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIM 117 | Social Media Marketing | Major | 3 |
| CIM 144 | Web Development - WordPress | Major | 3 |
| CIM 210.2 | Word Processing II | Major | 1.5 |
| Natural Sciences | Natrual Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 103 | Introduction to Windows | 1.5 |
| CIM 107 | Introduction to Personal Computer Applications | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
| CIM 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | 1.5 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 115 | Databases | 3 |
| CIM Major | CIM Major Course from List A | 0.5-3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 117 | Social Media Marketing | 3 |
| CIM 144 | Web Development - WordPress | 3 |
| CIM 210.2 | Word Processing II | 1.5 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| Math | Various Courses (Degree Applicable Math Related GE Course) | IC | 3-5 |
| CIM 110 | Information and Communication Technology Essentials | Major | 4 |
| CIM 160 | Computer Network Fundamentals (Network+) | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 1 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| CIM 161 | Systems and Network Administrator (Linux+) | Major | 3 |
| Arts/HUM | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIM 181 | CCNA - Introduction to Networks | Major | 3 |
| CIM 182 | CCNA 2 - Routing and Switching Essentials | Major | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIM 283 | CCNA 3 - Scaling Networks | Major | 3 |
| CIM 284 | CCNA 4 - Connecting Networks | Major | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natrual Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 110 | Information and Communication Technology Essentials | 4 |
| CIM 160 | Computer Network Fundamentals (Network+) | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 161 | Systems and Network Administrator (Linux+) | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 181 | CCNA - Introduction to Networks | 3 |
| CIM 182 | CCNA 2 - Routing and Switching Essentials | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 283 | CCNA 3 - Scaling Networks | 3 |
| CIM 284 | CCNA 4 - Connecting Networks | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 201A | Introduction to Computers, Keyboarding and Word I | 1 |
| CIM 201B | Introduction to Computers, Keyboarding and Word II | 1 |
| CIM 210.2 | Word Processing II | 1.5 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 107 | Introduction to Personal Computer Applications | 3 |
| MGT 203 | Business English | 3 |
| CIM 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
| CIM 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | 1.5 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 212.3 | Spreadsheets III - Certification | 3 |
| CIM Major | CIM Major Course from List A | 3-4 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH | Math GE Course | IC | 3-5 |
| CIM 141 | Creating a Web Page Using HTML | Major | 3 |
| CIM 144 | Web Development - WordPress | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2-3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| CIM 143 | Web Development - Dreamweaver | Major | 3 |
| CIM Major | CIM Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| ARTS/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIM Major | CIM Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIM Major | CIM Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natural Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 141 | Creating a Web Page Using HTML | 3 |
| CIM 144 | Web Development - WordPress | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 143 | Web Development - Dreamweaver | 3 |
| CIM Major Course | CIM Major Course from List A | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM Major Course | CIM Major Course from List A | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM Major Course | CIM Major Course from List A | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 141 | Creating a Web Page Using HTML | 3 |
| CIM 144 | Web Development - WordPress | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 143 | Web Development - Dreamweaver | 3 |
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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Communication Studies
Communication is the most important skill that students will need to be successful across their careers. Every class in the department offers students the ability to develop their professionalism and collaboration skills in a variety of situations from the workplace to their own interpersonal relationships.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesWhether it is persuasion for your career or clarity for your interpersonal relationships, classes in Communication Studies will train you to be an effective communicator. Among the many classes offered, students may take classes in argumentation and debate, group communication and leadership skills, intercultural communication, interpersonal communication, and communication fundamentals. Moreover, students may perfect their communication skills by participating on the nationally recognized Speech and Debate Team.
Program Length
On average a full-time student would spend four semesters completing the courses in Communication Studies. For added flexibility, the department offers several of it’s courses as 8-week classes in addition to full-term classes so that students have the ability to complete multiple courses within a single semester.
Transfer Options
Courses offered through the program meet transfer requirements for general education, and they may be applied toward an Associate in Arts degree in Communication Studies for Transfer or the Associate in Arts degree with a major in communication studies. With communication being such a desirable skill for employers, students can continue to study in a related field at a number of universities.
Program Specific Support
Students may enhance the knowledge learned in the communication classroom by participating in Speech and Debate. IVC’s team is one of the most respected and accomplished teams in the nation, competing against colleges and universities throughout the United States. Over the past 15 years, the team has placed in the top three at 12 state championships, while winning 12 league championships. Since 2000, the team was crowned the national champions in the community college division of the National Parliamentary Debate Association 11 times. The team also has an international reputation and has hosted international debate teams from throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa on 21 occasions. The team has traveled several times to China for debate demonstrations, competition, and study abroad programs, as well as competed in the International Forensics Association in Berlin, Germany.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some UC majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 10* | Introduction to Statistics | 2A & Major | 3 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundalmentals | 1C & Major | 3 |
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| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing 2 - Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| COMM 9 | Intercultural Communication | 4 & Major | 3 |
| PSYC 1 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 & Major | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 3B | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 2 or COMM 3 | Persuasion or Argument and Debate | 3 | |
| COMM 5 | Interpersonal Communication | Major | 3 |
| Biological Science | Biological Science GE Course | 5B | 3 |
| Biological Science Lab | Science Lab GE Course | 5C | 1 |
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| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOC 1 | Introduction to Sociology | 4 & Major | 3 |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | 5A | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 3A or 3B | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 |
- Students can take Math 10 or any other math course that meets the UC transfer math requirement in IGETC GE Area 2A.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some CSU majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | A2 | 4 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | A1 & Major | 3 |
| MATH 10* | Introduction to Statistics | B4 | 3 |
| Arts | Arts GE Course | C1 | 3 |
| LEARNING & SELF DEV | Lifelong Learning and Self Development GE Course | E | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking GE Course | A3 | 3-4 |
| COMM 3 | Argumentation and Debate | Major | 3 |
| COMM Major | Communication major course from List B | Major | 3 |
| HIST 20 or HIST 21 | American History Course | D | 3 |
| Life Science | Life Science GE Course | B2 | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 5 | Interpersonal Communication | Major | 3 |
| COMM 10 | Group Dynamics and Leadership | Major | 3 |
| COMM 106 A/B/C** | Forensic Activity | Major | 1-2.5 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | C2 | 3 |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | B1 | 3 |
| Science Lab | Physical Science Lab | B3 | 1 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM Major | Communication Major Course from List B | Major | 3 |
| COMM 106 A/B/C** | Forensic Activity | 1-2.5 | |
| PS 1 | American Government | D | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | C1 or C2 | 3 |
| Social Science | Social Science GE Course | D | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 2 |
- Students can take Math 10 or any other math course that meets the CSU transfer math requirement in CSU GE Area B4.
- Students can transfer a maxiumum of 3 units in Comm 106 A/B/C.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH | Math GE Course | 2 | 3-5 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 1B & Major | 3 |
| Lifelong Health* | Lifelong Health and Personal Development GE Course | 9 A/B/C | 1 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 3 | Argumentation and Debate | 1C | 3 |
| COMM 5 | Interpersonal Communication | 7 & Major | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Cultural Diversity | Cultural Diversity GE Course | 5 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| COMM 106 A/B/C | Forensic Activity | Major | 1 or 2.5 |
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 2 | Persuasion | Major | 3 |
| COMM 9, 10 or 30 | Various Communication Major Courses | Major | 3 |
| American Institutions | American Institutions GE Course | 8 | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natural Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| COMM 106 A/B/C | Forensic Activity | Major | 1 or 2.5 |
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 9, 10 or 30 | Various Communication Major Courses | Major | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 6 | 3 |
| Lifelong Health* | Lifelong Health and Personal Development GE Course | 9 A/B/C | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| COMM 106 A/B/C | Forensic Activity | 2.5 |
- Take one course from two different categories among GE areas 9A, 9B, and 9C. Please refer to the AA GE pattern for details.
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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Median Salary
$114,328
Job Growth
0%
Education
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- 16%
- Some College
- 8%
- Associate's Degree
- 8%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 62%
- Master's Degree
- 6%
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
Median Salary
$85,421
Job Growth
+36%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 12%
- Some College
- 25%
- Associate's Degree
- 3%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 52%
- Master's Degree
- 8%
Broadcast News Analysts
Median Salary
$51,741
Job Growth
+11%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 23%
- Some College
- 7%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 67%
- Master's Degree
- 3%
Copy Writers
Median Salary
$56,463
Job Growth
+14%
Education
- Some College
- 16%
- Associate's Degree
- 10%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 72%
- Master's Degree
- 2%
Editors
Median Salary
$61,502
Job Growth
+5%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 82%
- Master's Degree
- 18%
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
Median Salary
$65,091
Job Growth
+22%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 61%
- Master's Degree
- 39%
Marketing Managers
Median Salary
$136,930
Job Growth
+19%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 4%
- Some College
- 3%
- Associate's Degree
- 3%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 56%
- Master's Degree
- 35%
Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
Median Salary
$56,463
Job Growth
+14%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 35%
- Some College
- 8%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 50%
- Master's Degree
- 4%
- Doctoral or More
- 4%
Producers
Median Salary
$97,032
Job Growth
+8%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 6%
- Certificate
- 11%
- Some College
- 5%
- Associate's Degree
- 10%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 53%
- Master's Degree
- 15%
Program Directors
Median Salary
$97,032
Job Growth
+8%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 13%
- Certificate
- 6%
- Some College
- 3%
- Associate's Degree
- 12%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 65%
Public Address System and Other Announcers
Median Salary
$57,056
Job Growth
-15%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 66%
- Certificate
- 14%
- Some College
- 14%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 6%
Public Relations and Fundraising Managers
Median Salary
$132,543
Job Growth
+22%
Education
- Some College
- 11%
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- 77%
- Master's Degree
- 12%
Public Relations Specialists
Median Salary
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Job Growth
+14%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 92%
- Master's Degree
- 8%
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Median Salary
$52,781
Job Growth
-26%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 16%
- Some College
- 10%
- Associate's Degree
- 10%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 55%
- Master's Degree
- 8%
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Median Salary
$51,741
Job Growth
+11%
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- Some College
- 5%
- Associate's Degree
- 5%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 82%
- Master's Degree
- 9%
Technical Writers
Median Salary
$83,898
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- Certificate
- 7%
- Some College
- 16%
- Associate's Degree
- 35%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 36%
- Master's Degree
- 5%
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That's OK!
Begin with the Exploratory Interest Area and explore Communication Studies while still working toward your academic goals.
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Chemistry
What is Chemistry? It has been defined in various ways. Wikipedia defines it as “the scientific discipline involved with elements and compounds composed of atoms, molecules and ions: their composition, structure, properties, behavior and the changes they undergo during a reaction with other substances.” Textbooks alternatively define chemistry as the study of change, observing and measuring the world around us, etc. but it can most succinctly be defined as the study of matter and energy.
Chemistry is often called the “central science” because it links the physical, life, and applied sciences. It is foundational for most of the STEM related fields and the chemistry curriculum is designed to foster an understanding of the fundamental principles of chemistry in a variety of applications-medicine, health-care products, energy, food production, body metabolism, structural materials, microelectronics, and the environment.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesThe chemistry curriculum is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to pursue a major in (1) chemistry, biology, marine science, geology, physics, medicine, engineering, or technology; (2) paramedical or allied health science, including nursing, dental hygiene, physical therapy, or nutrition; or (3) liberal arts.
Students learn how chemical knowledge is derived, theorized, and applied in solving problems in everyday life. They perform experiments in a modern chemistry laboratory with state-of-the-art equipment under the guidance of experienced faculty. In addition, students have an opportunity to enhance their understanding of chemical concepts and improve their laboratory skills through a series of computer-aided lessons and exercises.
Program Length
The Associate of Science degree is comprised of four semesters of chemistry coursework in the major. They are General Chemistry, CHEM 1A and 1B, and Organic Chemistry, CHEM 12A and 12B. In addition to the major courses, students must complete general education courses and have a total of 60 units to earn the degree. Most students can complete this degree in two years by taking a minimum of 15 units per semester.
Transfer Options
By completing the four chemistry courses in the A.S. degree in Chemistry, students have satisfied the chemistry requirements for all UC and CSU campuses and would only need to complete the remaining major requirements as required by each UC and CSU campus.
Program Specific Support
Student success is supported through an active Student Success Center, and chemistry students are provided generous tutoring support from well-qualified tutors.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some UC majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 3A* | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 2A & Major | 5 |
| CHEM 1A | General Chemistry I | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| CHEM 1B | General Chemistry II | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| MATH 3B | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 2A & Major | 5 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHYS 4A | General Physics | 5A and Major | 4 |
| Arts or Humanities or Social and Behavioral Sciences | Arts or Humanities or Social and Behavioral Sciences GE Course | 3A or 3B or 4 | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 12A | Organic Chemistry | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| MATH 4A | Analytic Geometry and Calculus III | 5 | 5 |
| PHYS 4B | General Physics | 5A and Major | 4 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 12B | Organic Chemistry | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| MATH 24 | Elementary Differential Equations | 5 | 5 |
| PHYS 4C | General Physics | 5A and Major | 4 |
- This sample education plan assumes that student is eligible for Math 3A in the first semester.
| Course | Title | CSU Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 3A* | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | B4 & Major | 5 |
| CHEM 1A | General Chemistry I | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| Course | Title | CSU Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| MATH 3B | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | B4 & Major | 5 |
| CHEM 1B | General Chemistry II | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| Course | Title | CSU Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 1C | 3 |
| HIST 20 or HIST 21 | American History Course | 4 | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 12A | Organic Chemistry | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| PHYS 4A | General Physics | 5A/5C & Major | 4 |
| ARTS | Arts GE Course | 3A | 3 |
| PS 1 | American Government | 4 | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 12B | Organic Chemistry | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| PHYS 4B and/or PHYS 4C** | General Physics Course | 5A/5C & Major | 4-8 |
| Biological Science | Biological Science GE Course | 5B | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 3B | 3 |
- This sample academic plan assumes that student is eligible for Math 3A in the first semester.
- Some impacted CSUs may require or highly recommend three physics courses for transfer.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 3A* | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | IC | 5 |
| CHEM 1A | General ChemistryI | 2 & Major | 5 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| MATH 3B | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | IC | 5 |
| CHEM 1B | General Chemistry II | Major | 5 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 1B | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 12A | Organic Chemistry | Major | 5 |
| PHYS 2A or 4B | Physics Course | 2 | 4 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2-3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 12B | Organic Chemistry | Major | 5 |
| PHYS 2B or 4B | Physics Course | 2 | 4 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 1-3 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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Job Growth
-14%
Education
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- 20%
- Certificate
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- Associate's Degree
- 33%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 8%
Aerospace Engineers
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Job Growth
-20%
Education
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- Bachelor's Degree
- 59%
- Master's Degree
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Job Growth
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Education
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- Master's Degree
- 12%
- Doctoral or More
- 8%
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Job Growth
-67%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 76%
- Certificate
- 14%
- Some College
- 10%
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Median Salary
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Job Growth
+2%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 63%
- Some College
- 12%
- Associate's Degree
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- Bachelor's Degree
- 10%
- Master's Degree
- 2%
Agricultural Technicians
Median Salary
$39,084
Job Growth
+4%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 2%
- Associate's Degree
- 18%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 30%
- Master's Degree
- 49%
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Job Growth
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- Master's Degree
- 9%
- Doctoral or More
- 91%
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Job Growth
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Education
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- 22%
- Certificate
- 17%
- Associate's Degree
- 4%
- Master's Degree
- 57%
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Median Salary
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Job Growth
-9%
Education
- Master's Degree
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- 94%
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Job Growth
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Education
- Bachelor's Degree
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- Master's Degree
- 26%
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- 59%
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Job Growth
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Education
- Master's Degree
- 9%
- Doctoral or More
- 91%
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Job Growth
+13%
Education
- Some College
- 5%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 50%
- Master's Degree
- 30%
- Doctoral or More
- 15%
Biochemical Engineers
Median Salary
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Job Growth
+13%
Education
- Certificate
- 4%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 60%
- Master's Degree
- 16%
- Doctoral or More
- 20%
Biochemists and Biophysicists
Median Salary
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Job Growth
+13%
Education
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- Master's Degree
- 5%
- Doctoral or More
- 73%
Biofuel Technology and Product Development Managers
Median Salary
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Job Growth
+1%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 1%
- Certificate
- 5%
- Associate's Degree
- 6%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 57%
- Master's Degree
- 29%
- Doctoral or More
- 3%
Biofuels Processing Technicians
Median Salary
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Job Growth
1%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 73%
- Certificate
- 18%
- Some College
- 3%
- Associate's Degree
- 6%
Biofuels Production Managers
Median Salary
$102,957
Job Growth
-4%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 14%
- Some College
- 19%
- Associate's Degree
- 15%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 52%
Bioinformatics Scientists
Median Salary
$95,787
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 34%
- Master's Degree
- 20%
- Doctoral or More
- 46%
Bioinformatics Technicians
Median Salary
$50,567
Job Growth
+5%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 53%
- Master's Degree
- 41%
- Doctoral or More
- 6%
Biological Technicians
Median Salary
$47,069
Job Growth
+7%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 1%
- Some College
- 1%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 63%
- Master's Degree
- 29%
- Doctoral or More
- 4%
Biologists
Median Salary
$95,787
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 43%
- Master's Degree
- 57%
Biomass Plant Technicians
Median Salary
$61,121
Job Growth
1%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 66%
- Certificate
- 24%
- Some College
- 7%
- Associate's Degree
- 2%
Biomass Power Plant Managers
Median Salary
$102,957
Job Growth
-4%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 11%
- Certificate
- 2%
- Associate's Degree
- 22%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 64%
Biomedical Engineers
Median Salary
$98,961
Job Growth
-4%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 57%
- Master's Degree
- 30%
- Doctoral or More
- 13%
Biostatisticians
Median Salary
$93,712
Job Growth
+31%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 8%
- Master's Degree
- 44%
- Doctoral or More
- 48%
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
Median Salary
$76,123
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 10%
- Certificate
- 13%
- Some College
- 8%
- Associate's Degree
- 63%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 3%
- Master's Degree
- 4%
Chemical Engineers
Median Salary
$100,367
Job Growth
-22%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 82%
- Master's Degree
- 9%
- Doctoral or More
- 9%
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Median Salary
$49,217
Job Growth
1%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 51%
- Certificate
- 14%
- Some College
- 21%
- Associate's Degree
- 14%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 2%
Chemical Plant and System Operators
Median Salary
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Job Growth
-13%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 62%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 36%
Chemical Technicians
Median Salary
$48,111
Job Growth
-4%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 22%
- Some College
- 2%
- Associate's Degree
- 50%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 26%
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Median Salary
$70,975
Job Growth
-7%
Education
- Associate's Degree
- 4%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 88%
- Master's Degree
- 7%
Chiropractors
Median Salary
$57,547
Job Growth
1%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 4%
- Certificate
- 7%
- Master's Degree
- 8%
- Doctoral or More
- 82%
Climate Change Analysts
Median Salary
$91,302
Job Growth
+8%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 11%
- Master's Degree
- 82%
- Doctoral or More
- 7%
Clinical Research Coordinators
Median Salary
$149,739
Job Growth
+19%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 8%
- Certificate
- 8%
- Associate's Degree
- 9%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 56%
- Master's Degree
- 12%
- Doctoral or More
- 8%
Community Health Workers
Median Salary
$43,445
Job Growth
+24%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 7%
- Some College
- 3%
- Associate's Degree
- 23%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 52%
- Master's Degree
- 15%
Dental Laboratory Technicians
Median Salary
$40,709
Job Growth
+12%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 54%
- Certificate
- 22%
- Associate's Degree
- 17%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 7%
Dentists
Median Salary
$139,024
Job Growth
+5%
Education
- Some College
- 7%
- Associate's Degree
- 6%
- Master's Degree
- 6%
- Doctoral or More
- 81%
Dermatologists
Median Salary
$246,824
Job Growth
+11%
Education
- Master's Degree
- 17%
- Doctoral or More
- 83%
Dietitians and Nutritionists
Median Salary
$74,776
Job Growth
+23%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 62%
- Master's Degree
- 29%
- Doctoral or More
- 10%
Electrical Engineering Technologists
Median Salary
$61,379
Job Growth
+13%
Education
- Certificate
- 9%
- Associate's Degree
- 26%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 51%
- Master's Degree
- 13%
Electrical Engineers
Median Salary
$112,487
Job Growth
-4%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 3%
- Associate's Degree
- 2%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 71%
- Master's Degree
- 24%
Environmental Engineers
Median Salary
$98,277
Job Growth
+1%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 48%
- Master's Degree
- 52%
Environmental Scientists and Specialists
Median Salary
$91,302
Job Growth
+8%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 70%
- Master's Degree
- 28%
Epidemiologists
Median Salary
$100,735
Job Growth
+17%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 7%
- Master's Degree
- 63%
- Doctoral or More
- 30%
Family and General Practitioners
Median Salary
$148,741
Job Growth
-8%
Education
- Master's Degree
- 3%
- Doctoral or More
- 97%
Food Science Technicians
Median Salary
$39,084
Job Growth
+4%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 35%
- Certificate
- 13%
- Some College
- 7%
- Associate's Degree
- 13%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 17%
- Master's Degree
- 14%
Food Scientists and Technologists
Median Salary
$74,566
Job Growth
-19%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 73%
- Master's Degree
- 19%
- Doctoral or More
- 8%
Forensic Science Technicians
Median Salary
$93,569
Job Growth
+21%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 7%
- Some College
- 39%
- Associate's Degree
- 14%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 39%
Fuel Cell Engineers
Median Salary
$99,837
Job Growth
0%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 38%
- Master's Degree
- 33%
- Doctoral or More
- 29%
Fuel Cell Technicians
Median Salary
$61,379
Job Growth
+13%
Education
Geneticists
Median Salary
$95,787
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 7%
- Master's Degree
- 7%
- Doctoral or More
- 87%
Geological Sample Test Technicians
Median Salary
$42,952
Job Growth
+18%
Education
- Some College
- 10%
- Associate's Degree
- 10%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 52%
- Master's Degree
- 29%
Health Educators
Median Salary
$59,179
Job Growth
+14%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 3%
- Associate's Degree
- 62%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 31%
- Master's Degree
- 3%
Hydrologists
Median Salary
$96,449
Job Growth
+18%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 43%
- Master's Degree
- 52%
- Doctoral or More
- 4%
Industrial Engineers
Median Salary
$101,527
Job Growth
+6%
Education
- Certificate
- 14%
- Some College
- 4%
- Associate's Degree
- 13%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 69%
Marine Engineers
Median Salary
$99,530
Job Growth
-8%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 4%
- Certificate
- 4%
- Some College
- 4%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 78%
- Master's Degree
- 9%
Materials Engineers
Median Salary
$109,428
Job Growth
-22%
Education
- Associate's Degree
- 3%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 54%
- Master's Degree
- 31%
- Doctoral or More
- 13%
Materials Scientists
Median Salary
$118,140
Job Growth
-29%
Education
- Some College
- 2%
- Associate's Degree
- 2%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 35%
- Master's Degree
- 19%
- Doctoral or More
- 42%
Mechanical Engineers
Median Salary
$99,837
Job Growth
0%
Education
- Some College
- 5%
- Associate's Degree
- 7%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 88%
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
Median Salary
$55,748
Job Growth
+16%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 4%
- Associate's Degree
- 31%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 56%
- Master's Degree
- 7%
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Median Salary
$55,748
Job Growth
+16%
Education
- Some College
- 1%
- Associate's Degree
- 30%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 63%
- Master's Degree
- 5%
Medical Assistants
Median Salary
$36,272
Job Growth
+20%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 10%
- Certificate
- 65%
- Some College
- 7%
- Associate's Degree
- 18%
Microbiologists
Median Salary
$93,535
Job Growth
-33%
Education
- Associate's Degree
- 4%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 65%
- Master's Degree
- 17%
- Doctoral or More
- 13%
Middle School Career and Technical Education Teachers
Median Salary
$51,118
Job Growth
1%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 81%
- Master's Degree
- 19%
Mining and Geological Engineers
Median Salary
$148,530
Job Growth
-3%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 96%
- Master's Degree
- 3%
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Median Salary
$95,787
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 4%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 30%
- Master's Degree
- 13%
- Doctoral or More
- 52%
Museum Technicians and Conservators
Median Salary
$46,123
Job Growth
+17%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 1%
- Certificate
- 20%
- Associate's Degree
- 7%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 24%
- Master's Degree
- 47%
Natural Sciences Managers
Median Salary
$149,739
Job Growth
+19%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 50%
- Master's Degree
- 17%
- Doctoral or More
- 33%
Neurologists
Median Salary
$246,824
Job Growth
+11%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 2%
- Master's Degree
- 5%
- Doctoral or More
- 93%
Nuclear Engineers
Median Salary
$134,602
Job Growth
-1%
Education
- Certificate
- 4%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 89%
- Master's Degree
- 7%
Nuclear Medicine Physicians
Median Salary
$246,824
Job Growth
+11%
Education
- Some College
- 4%
- Doctoral or More
- 96%
Nurse Practitioners
Median Salary
$128,860
Job Growth
+38%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 3%
- Master's Degree
- 90%
- Doctoral or More
- 7%
Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Median Salary
$203,396
Job Growth
-10%
Education
- Master's Degree
- 3%
- Doctoral or More
- 97%
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
Median Salary
$91,351
Job Growth
+18%
Education
- Certificate
- 5%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 77%
- Master's Degree
- 18%
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians
Median Salary
$59,003
Job Growth
+26%
Education
- Associate's Degree
- 15%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 70%
- Master's Degree
- 15%
Orthodontists
Median Salary
$244,441
Job Growth
+8%
Education
- Doctoral or More
- 100%
Pathologists
Median Salary
$246,824
Job Growth
+11%
Education
- Master's Degree
- 1%
- Doctoral or More
- 99%
Pediatricians
Median Salary
$168,964
Job Growth
-6%
Education
- Associate's Degree
- 9%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 2%
- Master's Degree
- 9%
- Doctoral or More
- 79%
Petroleum Engineers
Median Salary
$127,931
Job Growth
+1%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 93%
- Master's Degree
- 7%
Pharmacists
Median Salary
$144,080
Job Growth
+8%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 21%
- Master's Degree
- 42%
- Doctoral or More
- 37%
Physician Assistants
Median Salary
$123,609
Job Growth
+27%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 35%
- Master's Degree
- 65%
Physicists
Median Salary
$102,423
Job Growth
+5%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 2%
- Some College
- 1%
- Associate's Degree
- 3%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 19%
- Master's Degree
- 22%
- Doctoral or More
- 52%
Podiatrists
Median Salary
$78,189
Job Growth
+11%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 8%
- Certificate
- 8%
- Master's Degree
- 12%
- Doctoral or More
- 73%
Postsecondary Agricultural Sciences Teachers
Median Salary
$95,831
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- Associate's Degree
- 1%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1%
- Master's Degree
- 15%
- Doctoral or More
- 82%
Postsecondary Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Science Teachers
Median Salary
$95,831
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 5%
- Master's Degree
- 50%
- Doctoral or More
- 45%
Postsecondary Biological Science Teachers
Median Salary
$95,831
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- Associate's Degree
- 1%
- Master's Degree
- 12%
- Doctoral or More
- 87%
Postsecondary Chemistry Teachers
Median Salary
$95,831
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 8%
- Master's Degree
- 35%
- Doctoral or More
- 57%
Postsecondary Environmental Science Teachers
Median Salary
$95,831
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- Master's Degree
- 18%
- Doctoral or More
- 82%
Postsecondary Physics Teachers
Median Salary
$95,831
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- Master's Degree
- 25%
- Doctoral or More
- 75%
Postsecondary Specialized Health Teachers
Median Salary
$95,831
Job Growth
+10%
Education
- Certificate
- 3%
- Associate's Degree
- 5%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 12%
- Master's Degree
- 36%
- Doctoral or More
- 44%
Preventive Medicine Physicians
Median Salary
$246,824
Job Growth
+11%
Education
- Master's Degree
- 4%
- Doctoral or More
- 96%
Quality Control Analysts
Median Salary
$52,467
Job Growth
+6%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 23%
- Certificate
- 2%
- Some College
- 21%
- Associate's Degree
- 10%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 43%
Radiologists
Median Salary
$246,824
Job Growth
+11%
Education
- Certificate
- 2%
- Associate's Degree
- 1%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 11%
- Master's Degree
- 8%
- Doctoral or More
- 78%
Registered Nurses
Median Salary
$105,387
Job Growth
+18%
Education
- Some College
- 11%
- Associate's Degree
- 66%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 23%
Respiratory Therapists
Median Salary
$78,979
Job Growth
+21%
Education
- Certificate
- 5%
- Associate's Degree
- 83%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 12%
Respiratory Therapy Technicians
Median Salary
$46,307
Job Growth
+17%
Education
- Associate's Degree
- 63%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 36%
Secondary School Career and Technical Education Teachers
Median Salary
$75,391
Job Growth
1%
Education
- Certificate
- 15%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 74%
- Master's Degree
- 11%
Secondary School Teachers
Median Salary
$86,560
Job Growth
+7%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 67%
- Master's Degree
- 28%
- Doctoral or More
- 4%
Soil and Plant Scientists
Median Salary
$68,915
Job Growth
+3%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 15%
- Master's Degree
- 26%
- Doctoral or More
- 59%
Surgeons
Median Salary
$206,198
Job Growth
-17%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1%
- Master's Degree
- 7%
- Doctoral or More
- 92%
Surgical Assistants
Median Salary
$46,307
Job Growth
+17%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 13%
- Certificate
- 15%
- Some College
- 11%
- Associate's Degree
- 25%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 24%
- Master's Degree
- 8%
- Doctoral or More
- 4%
Surgical Technologists
Median Salary
$59,855
Job Growth
+16%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 5%
- Certificate
- 31%
- Some College
- 23%
- Associate's Degree
- 41%
Urologists
Median Salary
$246,824
Job Growth
+11%
Education
- Master's Degree
- 32%
- Doctoral or More
- 68%
Veterinarians
Median Salary
$100,218
Job Growth
+24%
Education
- Master's Degree
- 23%
- Doctoral or More
- 77%
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Median Salary
$45,337
Job Growth
+24%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 12%
- Certificate
- 11%
- Some College
- 2%
- Associate's Degree
- 68%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 4%
- Master's Degree
- 3%
Water and Wastewater Engineers
Median Salary
$98,277
Job Growth
+1%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 79%
- Master's Degree
- 17%
- Doctoral or More
- 3%
Water Resource Specialists
Median Salary
$149,739
Job Growth
+19%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 59%
- Master's Degree
- 41%
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
Median Salary
$89,768
Job Growth
+14%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 47%
- Master's Degree
- 39%
- Doctoral or More
- 13%
Not sure if Chemistry is the right fit?
That's OK!
Begin with the Exploratory Interest Area and explore Chemistry while still working toward your academic goals.
Or speak to one of IVC’s Academic Counselors to learn more about all of your options.
Entrepreneurship
Dream, Discover, Do. Create and develop your entrepreneurial mindset and use tools to learn the process of starting your own business or develop entrepreneur skills which are essential and highly desirable to employers.
The Entrepreneurship program will provide educational experiences to students that foster the development of entrepreneurial skills and mindset and increase their ability to identify business opportunities, evaluate ideas, validate concepts and strategy, and take action on their ideas. Students will also have the opportunity for hands on experience in the entrepreneur community. Students are encouraged to combine entrepreneurship education with other disciplines such as Management, Marketing, Real Estate, and Computer Information Management. Art, music, athletics, science, technology, engineering, and math fields also hold great potential for entrepreneurs. Developing the entrepreneurial mindset is the key in every discipline to unleashing the power of knowledge towards improving society, developing economically, and creating personal well-being and wealtk.
The entrepreneurship program opens students to a wide range of career possibilities, including:
- Working within established businesses, as an "entrepreneur", to expand existing markets, develop new products or implement new programs
- Purchasing a franchise, acquiring an existing business, or starting up a new venture
- Managing growth of an existing business
- Creating new product, programs, or services that address social needs in new and different ways through public sector work
Program Length
With several certificates to earn in the entrepreneurship department, some can be earned in one semester and others could take up to one year.
Transfer Options
This program can help prepare students who transfer to earn a Bachelor’s with a concentration in Entrepreneurship or enter into a graduate program. These programs can be found at institutions such as Cal State Fullerton, UCI, and USC
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENTR 200 | Pathways to Success | 1 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENTR 241 | Successful Business Plan | 2 |
| ENTR 242 | Persuasive Presentations | 2 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENTR 200 | Pathways to Success | 1 |
| ENTR 117 | Social Media Marketing | 3 |
| ENTR 201 | Creativity and Idea Generation | 1 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENTR 221 | Money, Accounting and Finance for Entrepreneurs | 2 |
| ENTR 241 | Success Business Plan | 2 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENTR 222 | Business Structure and Legal Requirements | 1 |
| ENTR 160 | Entrepreneurship: Managing Your Business | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENTR 223 | Building the Entrepreneurial Team | 2 |
| ENTR 212 | Market Validation and Research | 1 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENTR 200 | Pathways to Success | 1 |
| ENTR 201 | Creativity and Idea Generation | 1 |
| ENTR 202 | Innovations and Opportunities | 2 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENTR 200 | Pathways to Success | 1 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENTR 211 | Business Models: Design and Delivery of Value | 2 |
| ENTR 212 | Market Validation and Research | 1 |
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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Median Salary
$72,733
Job Growth
+27%
Education
- Certificate
- 5%
- Some College
- 9%
- Associate's Degree
- 9%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 68%
- Master's Degree
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Business Intelligence Analysts
Median Salary
$78,382
Job Growth
+12%
Education
- Some College
- 4%
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Chief Executives
Median Salary
$186,605
Job Growth
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Education
- Some College
- 6%
- Associate's Degree
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- Bachelor's Degree
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- Master's Degree
- 45%
- Doctoral or More
- 9%
Computer Operators
Median Salary
$78,382
Job Growth
+12%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 24%
- Certificate
- 9%
- Some College
- 8%
- Associate's Degree
- 22%
- Bachelor's Degree
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Data Entry Keyers
Median Salary
$35,478
Job Growth
-30%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 59%
- Some College
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- Associate's Degree
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Document Management Specialists
Median Salary
$78,382
Job Growth
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Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 4%
- Certificate
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- Some College
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- Associate's Degree
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- Bachelor's Degree
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File Clerks
Median Salary
$34,302
Job Growth
-23%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 47%
- Certificate
- 11%
- Some College
- 5%
- Associate's Degree
- 10%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1%
- Master's Degree
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Median Salary
$61,521
Job Growth
+22%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 3%
- Some College
- 9%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 78%
- Master's Degree
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Median Salary
$111,390
Job Growth
+12%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 15%
- Certificate
- 9%
- Some College
- 19%
- Associate's Degree
- 9%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 44%
- Master's Degree
- 4%
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Median Salary
$36,129
Job Growth
-1%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 42%
- Certificate
- 7%
- Some College
- 15%
- Associate's Degree
- 36%
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Median Salary
$72,733
Job Growth
+27%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 33%
- Certificate
- 12%
- Some College
- 9%
- Associate's Degree
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- Bachelor's Degree
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Median Salary
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Job Growth
+11%
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- Master's Degree
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Job Growth
+12%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 4%
- Certificate
- 4%
- Associate's Degree
- 13%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 78%
Supply Chain Managers
Median Salary
$87,678
Job Growth
+9%
Education
- Associate's Degree
- 5%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 76%
- Master's Degree
- 19%
Word Processors and Typists
Median Salary
$42,520
Job Growth
-53%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 52%
- Some College
- 45%
- Associate's Degree
- 3%
Administrative Services Managers
Median Salary
$106,051
Job Growth
+17%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 34%
- Certificate
- 13%
- Some College
- 13%
- Associate's Degree
- 12%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 24%
- Master's Degree
- 4%
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Median Salary
$122,019
Job Growth
+16%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 86%
- Master's Degree
- 14%
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Median Salary
$72,244
Job Growth
+15%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 9%
- Certificate
- 4%
- Some College
- 9%
- Associate's Degree
- 4%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 70%
- Master's Degree
- 4%
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Median Salary
$80,768
Job Growth
+17%
Education
- Some College
- 14%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 70%
- Master's Degree
- 16%
Human Resources Assistants
Median Salary
$40,760
Job Growth
-11%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 21%
- Certificate
- 6%
- Some College
- 11%
- Associate's Degree
- 27%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 34%
Human Resources Managers
Median Salary
$126,693
Job Growth
+15%
Education
- Some College
- 4%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 83%
- Master's Degree
- 13%
Human Resources Specialists
Median Salary
$68,111
Job Growth
+16%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 14%
- Certificate
- 1%
- Some College
- 5%
- Associate's Degree
- 7%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 48%
- Master's Degree
- 25%
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Median Salary
$87,678
Job Growth
+9%
Education
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- Bachelor's Degree
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- Master's Degree
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Regulatory Affairs Specialists
Median Salary
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Job Growth
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Education
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- Master's Degree
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- Doctoral or More
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Median Salary
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Job Growth
+16%
Education
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- Associate's Degree
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- Bachelor's Degree
- 67%
- Master's Degree
- 22%
- Doctoral or More
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Training and Development Specialists
Median Salary
$69,136
Job Growth
+19%
Education
- Certificate
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- Some College
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- Associate's Degree
- 6%
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Job Growth
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Education
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- Some College
- 20%
- Associate's Degree
- 10%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 45%
- Master's Degree
- 1%
Not sure if Entrepreneurship is the right fit?
That's OK!
Begin with the Exploratory Interest Area and explore Entrepreneurship while still working toward your academic goals.
Or speak to one of IVC’s Academic Counselors to learn more about all of your options.
Business Administration and Management
Build your capacity for professional growth and development. Advance your ability to manage people, products, and processes with confidence as you build a strong foundation for success in areas such as human resources, accounting, finance, marketing, and economics.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesBusiness administration and management courses help prepare students for leadership and decision-making in the workplace and provide educational foundations enabling students to transfer to 4-year institutions and advance their business education. Students who study business have the opportunity to develop core skills, across an array of subjects including, accounting, finance, management, human resources, marketing, international business, and organizational behavior. With these skills students will be able to recognize relationships between people and processes; and apply theory to real-world problems. Courses are designed to provide foundational business knowledge while providing opportunity to develop management and leadership skills. Many business majors continue their education while others go on to work in different sectors, pursue roles within small-to-medium-sized enterprises, innovative new start-ups, charities, non-profit organizations and NGOs. Others take action on an idea and launch their own business.
Program Length
Four semesters.
Transfer Options
The curriculum for the Business Administration for Transfer degree, (AS-T), provides an opportunity for students to achieve an Associate in Science Degree in Business Administration for Transfer to the California State University System (CSU) while completing the first- and second-year requirements. A baccalaureate degree is recommended preparation for those considering professional careers in business.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some UC majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 3A* | Calculus 1 | 2A & Major | 5 |
| MGT 1 | Introduction to Business | Major | 3 |
| ARTS | Arts GE Course | 3A | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC AREA/MAJOR | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| MATH 3B | Calculus 2 | 2A & Major | 5 |
| ECON 1 | Principles of Economics - Micro | 4 & Major | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 3B | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundalmentals | 1C | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1A | Financial Accounting | Major | 4 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 3A or 3B | 3 |
| ECON 2 | Principles of Economics - Macro | 4 & Major | 3 |
| Biological Science | Biological Science GE Course | 5B | 3 |
| Statistics | Statistics Course | 3 |
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1B | Mangerial Accounting | Major | 4 |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | 5A | 3 |
| Science Lab | Physical Science Lab GE Course | 5C | 1 |
| Social Science | Social Science GE Course (Non-Economics Course) | 4 | 3 |
| MGT 12A | The Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
- This sample academic plan assumes that student is eligible for Math 3A in the first semester.
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Language Other than English requirement necessary to meet Full IGETC Certification.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some CSU majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | A2 | 4 |
| MATH 10, ECON 10, MGT 10, or MATH 11 | Statistics or Business Calculus | B4 & Major | 3-4 |
| MGT 1 | Introduction to Business | Major | 3 |
| ECON 1 | Principles of Economics - Micro | D & Major | 3 |
| Learning & Self Dev | Lifelong Learning and Self Development GE Course | E | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | A1 | 3 |
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking GE Course | A3 | 3-4 |
| ARTS | Arts GE Course | C1 | 3 |
| ECON 2 | Principles of Economics - Macro | D & Major | 3 |
| CS 1 or CIM 107 | Introduction to Computer Systems or Introduction to Personal Computer Applications | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGT 104 | Business Communication | Major | 3 |
| ACCT 1A | Financial Accounting | Major | 4 |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | B1 | 3 |
| Physical Science Lab | Physical Science Lab | B3 | 1 |
| HIST 20 or HIST 21 | American History Course | C2 | 3 |
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGT 12A | The Legal Environment of Business | Major | 3 |
| ACCT 1B | Managerial Accounting | Major | 4 |
| PS 1 | American Government | D | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | C1 or C2 | 3 |
| Life Science | Life Science GE Course | B2 | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 10, ECON 10, MGT 10, or MATH 11* | Statistics or Business Calculus | 2 | 3-4 |
| ACCT 1A | Financial Accounting | Major | 4 |
| Lifelong Health** | Lifelong Health and Personal Development GE Course | 9 A/B/C | 3 |
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking GE Course | 1C | 3-4 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 1B | 3 |
| ACCT 1B | Managerial Accounting | Major | 4 |
| ECON 1 | Principles of Economics - Micro | 4 & Major | 3 |
| MGT 1 | Introduction to Business | 4 | 3 |
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGT 12A | The Legal Environment of Business | Major | 3 |
| FINE ARTS | Fine Arts and Languages GE Course | 7 | 3 |
| ECON 2 | Principles of Economics - Macro | 4 & Major | 3 |
| American Institutions | American Institutions GE Course | 8 | 3 |
| Cultural Diversity | Cultural Diversity GE Course | 5 | 3 |
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CS 1 | Introduction to Computer Systems | Major | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natural Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 6 | 3 |
| Lifelong Health** | Lifelong Health and Personal Development GE Course | 9 A/B/C | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Students can take a number of different math courses to meet the AA GE requirement; however, statistics or business calculus is recommended.
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 10, ECON 10, MGT 10, or MATH 11* | Statistics or Business Calculus | 2 | 3-4 |
| MGT 1 | Introduction to Business | Major | 3 |
| ENTR 117 | Social Media Marketing | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| MGT 104 | Business Communication | Major | 3 |
| MGT 125 | Organizational Behavior | Major | 3 |
| ACCT 112.1 | Spreadsheets 1 | 1.5 | |
| ACCT 112.2 | Spreadsheets 2 | 1.5 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGT 12A | Legal Environment of Business | Major | 3 |
| ACCT 1A | Financial Accounting | Major | 4 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2-3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CS 1 | Introduction to Computer Systems | Major | 3 |
| MGT 135 | Principles of Marketing | Major | 3 |
| ACCT 1B | Managerial Accounting | 4 | |
| Natural Sciences | Natrual Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Students can take a number of different math courses to meet the AS GE requirement; however, statistics or business calculus is recommended.
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WR 1* | College Writing 1 | 4 |
| MGT 1 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 104* | Business Communication | 3 |
| MGT 125 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 12A | Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| ACCT 1A | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CS 1 | Introduction to Computer Systems | 3 |
| MGT 135 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
- This sample academic plan shows additional units for this certificate as compared to the IVC catalog due to prerequisite requirements.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 10 | Introduction to Statistics | 1C & Major | 3 |
| MGT 125 | Organizational Behavior | Major | 3 |
| MGT 1 | Introduction to Business | 3 | |
| COMM 1 | Communications Fundalmentals | Major | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 1B & Major | 3 |
| ACCT 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | Major | 1.5 |
| ACCT 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | Major | 1.5 |
| MGT 168 | Cooperative Work Experience: Management | Major | 2-4 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGT 102 | Public Speaking for Business | Major | 3 |
| MGT 203 | Business English | Major | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Sciences | Natural Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3 |
| MGT 12A | Legal Environment of Business | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 10 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| MGT 125 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
| ACCT 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | 1.5 |
| MGT 168 | Cooperative Work Experience: Management | 2-4 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 102 | Public Speaking for Business | 3 |
| MGT 203 | Business English | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WR 1* | College Writing 1 | 4 |
| ACCT 215 | Bookkeeping and General Accounting | 3 |
| MGT 120 | Principles of Business Management | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 135 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| CIM 107 | Introduction to Personal Computer Applications | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 125 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| MGT 104* | Business Communication | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 282 | Retail Management | 3 |
| MGT 288 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
- This sample academic plan shows additional units for this certificate as compared to the IVC catalog due to prerequisite requirements.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| Math | Math GE Course | 1C | 3-5 |
| AJ 4 | Criminal Law I | 3 & Major | 3 |
| AJ 3 | Introduction to Evidence | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| AJ 5 | Police Community Relations | Major | 3 |
| PSYC 1 | Introduction to Psychology | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ 105 | Introduction to Investigation | Major | 3 |
| AJ 111 | Law Enforcement Administration | Major | 3 |
| AJ Major | Administration of Justice Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ 112 | Police Supervision | Major | 3 |
| AJ Major | Administration of Justice Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natural Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Students can take a number of different math or math related courses to meet the AS GE requirement; however, statistics or business calculus is recommended.
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WR 1* | College Writing 1 | 4 |
| MGT 1 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 104* | Business Communication | 3 |
| CIM 117 | Social Media Marketing | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIM 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
| CIM 201A | Introduction to Computers, Keyboarding and Word I | 1 |
| MGT 125 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 3 |
| MGT 203 | Business English | 3 |
- This sample academic plan shows additional units for this certificate as compared to the IVC catalog due to prerequisite requirements.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENTR 200 | Pathways to Success | 1 |
| ENTR 222 | Business Structure and Legal Requirements | 1 |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENTR 221 | Money, Accounting and Finance for Entrepreneurs | 2 |
| ENTR 223 | Building the Entrepreneurial Team | 2 |
| ENTR 224 | Operations Management for Entrepreneurs | 1 |
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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- 40%
- Certificate
- 39%
- Associate's Degree
- 21%
Metal and Plastic Patternmakers
Median Salary
$49,772
Job Growth
-49%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 42%
- Certificate
- 15%
- Some College
- 40%
- Associate's Degree
- 2%
Milling and Planing Machine Operators
Median Salary
$37,658
Job Growth
-19%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 66%
- Certificate
- 1%
- Some College
- 26%
- Associate's Degree
- 2%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 4%
Mixing and Blending Machine Operators
Median Salary
$36,130
Job Growth
-12%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 88%
- Certificate
- 2%
- Some College
- 9%
Molding and Casting Workers
Median Salary
$32,702
Job Growth
+8%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 85%
- Certificate
- 12%
- Doctoral or More
- 3%
Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Operators
Median Salary
$35,003
Job Growth
-14%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 87%
- Certificate
- 11%
- Some College
- 2%
Multiple Machine Tool Operators
Median Salary
$35,790
Job Growth
+7%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 71%
- Certificate
- 25%
- Associate's Degree
- 3%
Packaging and Filling Machine Operators
Median Salary
$29,874
Job Growth
-9%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 97%
- Associate's Degree
- 2%
Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers
Median Salary
$31,007
Job Growth
-17%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 80%
- Certificate
- 3%
- Some College
- 17%
Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Median Salary
$39,309
Job Growth
-29%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 90%
- Some College
- 9%
Plating and Coating Machine Operators
Median Salary
$32,599
Job Growth
-12%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 96%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 3%
Potters
Median Salary
$32,702
Job Growth
+8%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 33%
- Certificate
- 4%
- Some College
- 15%
- Associate's Degree
- 20%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 24%
- Master's Degree
- 4%
Production Work Helpers
Median Salary
$29,266
Job Growth
-20%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 82%
- Certificate
- 18%
Programmers of Computer and Numerically Controlled Machine Tools
Median Salary
$70,183
Job Growth
+8%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 24%
- Certificate
- 41%
- Some College
- 7%
- Associate's Degree
- 19%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 10%
Rolling Machine Operators
Median Salary
$35,071
Job Growth
-3%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 87%
- Certificate
- 3%
- Some College
- 10%
Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Operators
Median Salary
$36,041
Job Growth
-7%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 96%
- Certificate
- 2%
- Some College
- 1%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1%
Stone Cutters and Carvers
Median Salary
$32,702
Job Growth
+8%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 87%
- Certificate
- 6%
- Associate's Degree
- 5%
Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
Median Salary
$59,647
Job Growth
-13%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 47%
- Certificate
- 9%
- Some College
- 14%
- Associate's Degree
- 6%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 24%
Team Assemblers
Median Salary
$31,108
Job Growth
-13%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 92%
- Certificate
- 4%
- Some College
- 4%
Textile Bleaching and Dyeing Machine Operators
Median Salary
$28,979
Job Growth
-216%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 83%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 11%
- Master's Degree
- 6%
Textile Cutting Machine Operators
Median Salary
$29,394
Job Growth
-97%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 100%
Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Operators
Median Salary
$28,502
Job Growth
-98%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 93%
- Associate's Degree
- 5%
- Doctoral or More
- 2%
Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Operators
Median Salary
$29,883
Job Growth
-10%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 100%
Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters
Median Salary
$25,535
Job Growth
+20%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 94%
- Certificate
- 1%
- Some College
- 1%
- Master's Degree
- 4%
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Operators
Median Salary
$39,045
Job Growth
-31%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 70%
- Certificate
- 29%
- Some College
- 1%
Wood Sawing Machine Operators
Median Salary
$30,258
Job Growth
-19%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 81%
- Certificate
- 10%
- Some College
- 10%
Woodworking Machine Operators
Median Salary
$32,190
Job Growth
-30%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 94%
- Certificate
- 5%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 2%
Online Merchants
Median Salary
$72,733
Job Growth
+27%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 33%
- Certificate
- 12%
- Some College
- 9%
- Associate's Degree
- 5%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 41%
Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
Median Salary
$33,267
Job Growth
+13%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 74%
- Certificate
- 4%
- Associate's Degree
- 11%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 11%
Retail Salespersons
Median Salary
$30,018
Job Growth
-7%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 83%
- Certificate
- 2%
- Some College
- 1%
- Associate's Degree
- 10%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 4%
Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
Median Salary
$36,848
Job Growth
-6%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 66%
- Certificate
- 9%
- Some College
- 6%
- Associate's Degree
- 19%
Wholesale and Retail Buyers
Median Salary
$67,418
Job Growth
-8%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 34%
- Certificate
- 10%
- Some College
- 8%
- Associate's Degree
- 11%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 35%
- Master's Degree
- 1%
Wholesale and Retail Order Fillers
Median Salary
$30,055
Job Growth
0%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 73%
- Certificate
- 9%
- Some College
- 10%
- Associate's Degree
- 3%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 5%
Industrial Production Managers
Median Salary
$102,957
Job Growth
-4%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 7%
- Certificate
- 3%
- Some College
- 30%
- Associate's Degree
- 15%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 42%
- Master's Degree
- 2%
Labor Relations Specialists
Median Salary
$79,171
Job Growth
-4%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 20%
- Associate's Degree
- 10%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 40%
- Master's Degree
- 30%
Logisticians
Median Salary
$79,971
Job Growth
+27%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 8%
- Certificate
- 8%
- Some College
- 8%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 75%
Logistics Analysts
Median Salary
$79,971
Job Growth
+27%
Education
- Certificate
- 4%
- Some College
- 12%
- Associate's Degree
- 8%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 56%
- Master's Degree
- 20%
Operations Research Analysts
Median Salary
$91,580
Job Growth
+8%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 30%
- Master's Degree
- 70%
Quality Control Analysts
Median Salary
$52,467
Job Growth
+6%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 23%
- Certificate
- 2%
- Some College
- 21%
- Associate's Degree
- 10%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 43%
Quality Control Systems Managers
Median Salary
$102,957
Job Growth
-4%
Education
- Some College
- 11%
- Associate's Degree
- 1%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 77%
- Master's Degree
- 11%
Construction Managers
Median Salary
$88,697
Job Growth
+12%
Education
- Certificate
- 4%
- Some College
- 12%
- Associate's Degree
- 4%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 76%
- Master's Degree
- 4%
Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners
Median Salary
$54,813
Job Growth
+19%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 8%
- Certificate
- 7%
- Some College
- 37%
- Associate's Degree
- 7%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 41%
Social and Community Service Managers
Median Salary
$75,191
Job Growth
+28%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 7%
- Some College
- 2%
- Associate's Degree
- 8%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 50%
- Master's Degree
- 32%
Fundraisers
Median Salary
$61,521
Job Growth
+22%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 3%
- Some College
- 9%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 78%
- Master's Degree
- 9%
Risk Management Specialists
Median Salary
$83,185
Job Growth
+11%
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- 90%
- Master's Degree
- 10%
Search Marketing Strategists
Median Salary
$78,382
Job Growth
+12%
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 4%
- Certificate
- 4%
- Associate's Degree
- 13%
- Bachelor's Degree
- 78%
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