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1 EDUCATION TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER AND ENRICH YOUR LIFE Career and Technical Education Careers. Not just jobs. SUMMER/FALL 2014 NON-CREDIT COURSE CATALOG LoneStar.edu/CE EDUCATION & TRAINING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ENERGY & MANUFACTURING ARTS, AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATION TRANSPORTATION AND MANY MORE CLASSES & PROGRAMS BUSINESS HEALTH SCIENCE PLUS Community Education Leisure classes that are educational, cultural and fun! STARTS ON PAGE 81

2 LOCATIONS LSC-CYFAIR 9191 Barker Cypress Road Cypress, TX CE: LSC-KINGWOOD Kingwood Drive Kingwood, TX CE: LSC-MONTGOMERY 3200 College Park Drive Conroe, TX Local: /Metro: CE: LSC-NORTH HARRIS 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive Houston, TX CE: LSC-TOMBALL Tomball Parkway Tomball, TX CE: LSC-UNIVERSITY PARK State Highway 249 (at Louetta) Houston, TX CE: LSC-UNIVERSITY CENTER AT MONTGOMERY 3232 College Park Drive The Woodlands, TX / LSC-UNIVERSITY CENTER AT UNIVERSITY PARK State Highway 249 (at Louetta) Houston, TX LONE STAR COLLEGE SYSTEM OFFICE 5000 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX CE classes are also available at LSC satellite centers. Contact and location information for centers is available starting on page 104.

3 General Information Welcome! Welcome to Lone Star College. We re glad that you ve considered us! Nationally recognized as a premier community college and leader in higher education innovation, a Lone Star College (LSC) education is first-rate. And we re here to help you succeed. Whether you want to train for a new profession or take classes for personal enrichment and fun, Lone Star College is committed to making education affordable and accessible for students from recent high school graduates to industry veterans with years of experience. In most cases, no college application or prior testing is required to begin. Class start dates are available throughout the year at Lone Star College and with six comprehensive colleges located across the Houston region from Kingwood to Katy, there is a campus close to you. Now is the time to get started on your future! Inside this Career and Technical Education (CTE) schedule, you will find the information you need about training in high-demand careers like Architecture & Construction, Business Management & Administration, Energy & Manufacturing, Health Science, Information Technology and more! To get started, turn the page and learn how to register for classes. If you don t know where to begin or have questions about how to get started, call one of the advisors at any Lone Star College (phone numbers for Continuing Education staff are listed by college on inside cover.) We also offer recreation and leisure learning classes! If you are more interested in taking classes for recreation or leisure learning, Lone Star College s Community Education classes may be a better fit for you. To learn more about those classes, turn to page 81 to view the Community Education catalog or go to LoneStar.edu/Leisure. 3

4 LONE STAR COLLEGE JUNE 2014 S M T W T F S JULY 2014 S M T W T F S General Information CTE/CE Calendar SU 2014 FA 2014 SP AUGUST 2014 SEPTEMBER 2014 OCTOBER 2014 NOVEMBER 2014 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S DECEMBER 2014 S M T W T F S JANUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 MARCH 2015 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S APRIL 2015 MAY 2015 JUNE 2015 JULY 2015 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S CTE/CE Semesters & Registration Continuing Education classes and registration is ongoing. To view the current schedule online for class start dates, or to search and register for courses, go to LoneStar.edu/CE. For more information on registration, turn to page 6. Holiday/No Class Summer 2014 Independence Day holiday (offices closed): July 3 6 Fall 2014 Labor Day Holiday (no classes): Aug 30 Sept 1 Thanksgiving Holidays (colleges close at 4:30 p.m. Nov 26): Nov Winter Holidays (offices closed): Dec 22 Jan 4 Winter Holidays for Mini-Term: Dec 25 & Jan 1 Spring 2015 MLK Holiday (colleges closed): Jan 19 Mid-Semester Break (offices closed): March 9 15 Spring Holiday (offices closed): April 3 5 4

5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Campus Locations & Contact Information... 2 Calendar...4 General Information How to Read the Catalog...6 Registering for Classes....6 Student Services....7 Definition of Terms...8 Policies Registration Form...9 Professional Development Seminars...10 Career & Technical Education Programs: Median Salaries Programs of Study Non-Credit Programs of Study...16 Credit Programs of Study...17 Career & Technical Education Program Listing...20 Career Cluster Programs Architecture & Construction...28 Arts, Audio/Visual Technology & Communication...30 Business, Management & Administration Education & Training...41 Energy & Manufacturing...44 Finance Health Science Hospitality Information Technology Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics...71 Transportation, Distribution & Logistics...72 Industry Certification & Exam Prep Distance Learning (LSC-Online, Champions School of Real Estate, ed2go) Community Education Leisure Learning...83 English for Speakers of Other Languages...95 Languages Tests & Test Preparation About Our Campuses Index Locations Map General Information This catalog has been carefully prepared to ensure that all information is accurate; however, Lone Star College System reserves the right to make changes, and may result in deviations from the published catalog, including tuition and fees. For the most up to date course catalog, please visit LoneStar.edu/CE. Lone Star College System (USPS ) (Volume 9, Number 6 - June 2014) is published six times per year by the staff of Lone Star College System, 5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX Periodical postage rates are paid at Spring, TX and additional mailing offices. Postmaster: Send address changes to College Relations, Lone Star College System, 5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX

6 Continuing Education General Information General Information HOW TO READ THE CATALOG COURSE SUBJECT CATALOG NUMBER COURSE TITLE/ KEYWORD ARTCC Computer Illustration Use of the tools and transformation options of an industry-standard vector drawing program to create complex illustrations. Includes principles of layout and design and manipulation of text and graphics. This course linked to ARTC Prerequisite: ENGL 0305 or ENGL 0316 AND ENGL 0307 or 0326 or 0356, OR higher level course (ENGL 1301), OR placement by testing. 80 Contact Hours $222 CONTACT HOURS COURSE COST PREREQUISITES The diagram above explains how to read the course listings in this catalog. You will need this information to register for classes, either in person at a Lone Star College campus or online at LoneStar.edu/CE-Registration. Courses proceeded by a link symbol are linked to a credit course. More information on linked courses can be found on page 8. If you have questions about a class, contact the Lone Star College campus where the class is being offered. REGISTERING FOR CLASSES LSC offers many possibilities for enriching careers and personal lives. The Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses listed in this schedule are designed to provide you with courses and certificates that prepare you for your next career or to prepare you to advance in your current position. Community Education courses provide personal enrichment. Continuing Education s (CE) mission is to provide diverse, high quality training and educational opportunities in response to community and business needs. Our commitment is to improve skills, enrich lives and engage minds through affordable and accessible workforce and community programs. Get Started First, decide what courses you want to take. CE advisors are available to help you make informed decisions about your career path. Prerequisites Some programs and courses require documentation or coursework prior to enrollment. Advisors will assist you with that information upon registration. You can find classes by searching through this catalog or by searching online. Classes are listed by program subject, which are part of the index. Once you have an idea of the classes you want to take, you re ready to begin the registration process. The How to Read the Schedule diagram provides assistance for completing a registration form. Get Registered To register online To register online, go to LoneStar.edu/ce-registration. Steps for online registration LoneStar.edu/ce-registration will take you to a Search for Classes page. Enter your course title in the Course Title Keyword box, Search Subject, or enter Catalog Number and hit search. The search results will display the meeting dates, days, times, and location for classes offered. If you would like more detail on a specific class, click the Section number. If offered in your search results, you may also click View All Sections (in the top tab of the class description) to view additional class offerings. Once you have found and decided this is a class you would like to register for, click and then add it to your shopping cart by clicking. Now you can return to the Search for Classes page to continue to search for additional classes. Or you may enter the 4-5 digit class number located in the schedule that will allow you to bypass the search and take you directly to the class you want. If there are no other classes that you want to register for, click and. You may also add and remove classes from your shopping cart by clicking. Now you will be prompted to enter a user ID and password. If you are a first-time student, Click Here (in the left-hand box) to enter your personal information. Returning students should enter user ID and password in the space provided. Then hit Sign On. Once submitted, it may take a few minutes. Note the icon in the upper right corner of the page indicates that your request is processing. If you are a new student, you will be asked to set your password on the Registration Confirmation page. After that, print the Registration Confirmation page. Next, click and to pay for your classes. If you abandon this transaction without paying once initiated, you will be dropped from the class. You have 15 minutes to complete the transaction. 6

7 Continuing Education General Information To Register at Campus Use the Career and Technical Registration form. If registering at a campus, complete the registration form and take it to your nearest Lone Star College campus. Don t worry if you have blanks left on the form or have questions, advisors are available to help you through this process. Add/Drop Classes To add, drop, or change a class, you must do so prior to the class start date and time. Students who drop the class prior to the start date are guaranteed a full refund. If a drop is made after a class starts, there will be no refund. Tuition and Fees An infrastructure fee of $20 is assessed per semester. This fee does not apply to online courses. Additional fees may also apply to some programs and courses. Fees are subject to change and some may change after the printing of this document. Course Availability Some courses are offered only in selected semesters and are not available every semester. Please see course schedule for details, or go to LoneStar.edu/CE. Paying for classes Payment Methods Credit card or electronic check payment is required when registering online. Accepted credit cards include American Express, Discover, MasterCard or Visa. If you register in person, credit cards and cash are accepted. We also accept money orders and checks. Please make payable to Lone Star College. Payment is due at time of registration. Returned Checks There is a $30 charge plus applicable fees for returned checks. Checks returned unpaid must be promptly redeemed by cash or money order, or registration will be canceled and all records withheld. Refunds Students must officially withdraw before class begins to receive a refund. Otherwise, no refund will be given. Membership fees are nonrefundable. If you receive a refund check in error, please contact your nearest CE office. Need Financial Assistance? TEXAS PUBLIC EDUCATION GRANT (TPEG) This funding is available based on an applicant s eligibility and financial need. Many workforce certificate courses are eligible for TPEG funding until funds are depleted. Call your local Lone Star College CE office for more information. Go to (school code ) to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application. WIA/Workforce Program Some certificate programs are certified through the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). Contact Michelle Greer at or michelle.c.greer@lonestar. edu to determine if you qualify for paid job training. Veterans Veterans who are eligible for benefits under the Hazlewood Act should contact Veterans Affairs at Check with your local LSC campus for more information on additional financial assistance programs. STUDENT SERVICES Books If books and supplies are required, they are not included in the cost of the course, unless indicated in the course description. Books may be purchased in the LSCS bookstores or online at efollett.com. Book Stores LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Victory Center LSC-Montgomery LSC-Conroe Center LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-University Park Student Career & Talent Acquisition Services Lone Star College System has a number of ways to assist with your career search. First, our camps Career Services staff can help you determine which career is right for you, then match that with the correct degree or certificate program to prepare you with the right skills and knowledge. As you nearing your education at Lone Star College, our Student Talent Acquisition Center offers online services and in person job fairs to connect you to Houston area employers. Please go to LoneStar.edu/career-services or LoneStar.edu/careerfairs websites or call Disability Support Services (ADA Compliance) Lone Star College System is dedicated to providing access and services in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Support services for students with disabilities are provided on an individual basis. Request for services must be made through the Office of Counseling Services. For information or assistance, call a Lone Star College campus. Library Services The mission of the LSCS Libraries is to support a successful educational experience, nurture the intellectual and cultural life of the community, encourage critical thought, promote information literacy, and provide innovative and high-quality services and programs. For more information, visit LoneStar.edu/library/about-libraries. Parking Regulations All LSCS students and visitors are required to obtain a permit to park on college property. Parking permits are required 24 hours a day. For more information, go to LoneStar.edu/parking, call or parking@lonestar.edu. Vehicle registration for students is valid for one academic year, from the issue date to the end of the academic year (August 31). Senior Adult - Benefits Academy for Lifelong Learning (ALL) is a membership program that offers courses specifically designed for active adults age 50+. The membership fee is nonrefundable. For more information, contact the Lone Star College ALL program nearest you. LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Montgomery LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-Victory Center Persons 60 years and older may receive discounted tuition for certain classes. The discounted price does not apply to all courses. Contact your local CE office to determine eligible classes. Transcript Request CE students can order a transcript through the CE Student Center in mylonestar or contact the CE office to process a request on your behalf. Veterans Affairs Students using Military/Veteran Education Benefits must meet with a Campus Veteran Liaison/Advisor prior to enrolling. The Campus Liaison/Advisors will assist you with your degree plan and ensure your classes are eligible for Military/Veteran Education benefits. Visit LoneStar.edu/veterans-services or call General Information Continued on next page 7

8 Continuing Education General Information General Information Youth Programs Lone Star College offers youth classes in the summer and some specific courses throughout the year that provide students an opportunity to enhance existing talents or develop new ones through a variety of classes in ageappropriate groups. For more information contact the Lone Star College near you. The summer sessions begin in June. DEFINITION OF TERMS Certificates Course: A certificate of completion is awarded upon successful completion of a workforce education course to document Continuing Education Units (CEUs). The number of CEUs awarded for the course will be listed on the course certificate. Workforce: A CE Workforce Development Certificate is awarded to a student who successfully completes a grouping of related continuing education courses that are required for an entire program of study. For details or to apply, contact your local CE office. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) One CEU is 10 contact hours of successful completion of a continuing education course. CEUs are recognized internationally as a measure of substantive professional education and training. Instruction Types The instruction type for all classes is In Person unless otherwise noted. In Person: face-to-face instruction attended on-campus in a classroom setting. Online: Complete class in a virtual setting. Access your online class at LoneStar.edu/lsc-online. Hybrid: a combination of in person instruction with computer-, internet, paper, or online learning features. Linked Courses Linked courses are designated by a symbol in the class schedule. If a CE linked course was taken from 2005 to present, it can be articulated if it is linked to credit courses. These classes may last the entire semester or any portion thereof. Students who register for these classes are enrolled in the same section as credit hour (SCH) students and must meet all prerequisites and instructor requirements. Students who wish to receive credit hours must complete a Prior Learning Assessment by CE-Credit Articulation form and petition for credit. For details, go to LoneStar.edu/PLA or see an advisor. POLICIES Age Guidelines CE classes are designed to serve adult learners. Students who are years old must have written parental permission to attend a class. Class Cancellations Although CE personnel will attempt to contact students in the event a class is canceled, it is the student s responsibility to check their class status before attending. Students can check their class status by calling their campus or going to LoneStar.edu/myLoneStar and go the CE Student Center. Emergency Closing/Inclement Weather In the event of inclement weather or emergency closing, the Location Executive Officer (LEO) or designee may cancel all or some classes. Generally, such decisions will be made between 5:30 and 6 a.m. for day classes and by 3 p.m. for evening classes. When off-campus facilities are closed for any reason, the college classes at those sites will be canceled. The closing announcement will be made on LoneStar.edu, as well as on all local network channels for all locations. Family Education Rights and Privacy Act The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), also known as the Buckley Amendment, was established to protect the privacy rights of all students and applies to any educational facility receiving federal funds. The Act prevents the release of certain information held within student records. Information is provided within this site for individuals seeking student records and for staff seeking information on FERPA regulations and how to properly manage student records. For more information, go to LoneStar.edu/ferpa. Health Notice and Immunization Students in programs that require immunizations must submit proof of such immunizations. Notice of Non-discrimination Lone Star College System maintains a work and academic environment that is free from discriminatory actions based on race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, ethnic or national origin, disability, veterans status, or any other protected status, and free of sexual discrimination, which includes sexual harassment and sexual violence. Unlawful discrimination and sexual discrimination by officers, managers, faculty, supervisors, employees, students, advisors, vendors, clientele, and contractors will not be tolerated. Persons who violate such are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment, expulsion and/or termination of the contractual relationship. The following employee has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Ronda Rotelli Chief Human Resources Officer, Equal Opportunity Officer, Title IX Investigator 5000 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX Inquiries may also be directed to the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education. Refunds Students must officially withdraw before class begins to receive a refund. Otherwise, no refund will be given. Membership fees are nonrefundable. Sex Offender Policy Effective September 1, 2003, the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 62.03(h) requires each person who is required to register as a sex offender and who intends to be employed, work with a contractor, or attend classes at an institution of higher education to register with the campus police department within seven days. Current LSCS board policy requires that sex offenders seeking to enroll at, provide services to, or be employed with LSCS submit information pertinent to his or her offenses to the System Review Committee to determine his or her eligibility for enrollment, vendor services or employment. A person seeking to be a student shall be required to be approved before completing the registration process. FAQs What if I move or change my phone number? Go to mylonestar. edu and select CE Student Center to update your personal information. What is the tuition/fees refund policy? Students must officially withdraw before class begins to receive a refund. Otherwise, no refund will be given. Membership fees are nonrefundable. Do I need a LSCS student ID card? All CE students are eligible for IDs. Students registered in healthcare programs must get a photo ID within the first week of class. Do I need a meningitis vaccine? Some students may require the meningitis vaccination. For more information, visit LoneStar.edu/meningitis. 8

9 Date Residency Tuition Assistance / /20 Term: * Fall * Spring * Summer Career & Technical Education / Community Education REGISTRATION FORM Mail or deliver this form in person. Online Registration is available: LoneStar.edu/CE-Registration I currently reside: * In the state of Texas * Not in the state of Texas State: County: * DARS * TPEG * Hazelwood Exempt * WIA * TAA Student Registration Information Last Name: First Name: Middle Name: Student ID or Soc. Sec. No.* General Information Previous Last Name: Date of Birth: Phone No. Home: Address: City: State: Zip: Mailing Address (if different) City: State: Zip: Address: Emergency Contact Name: Relationship: Phone No: * Social Security Number is required if you are applying for financial aid but is not required for admission. Providing a Social Security Number (SSN) will, however, speed up the processing of your application since we will not need to manually match your application with other materials such as transcripts and test scores. Supplying a SSN also ensures that you will be able to claim the Hope Tax Credit if you are eligible on your federal tax return. Lone Star College uses the SSN for compliance with federal and state reporting requirements and has a strong commitment to ensuring the privacy and confidentiality of student records and will not disclose your Social Security Number without your consent for any purpose except as allowed by law. This information is required and will be used in a nondiscriminatory manner, consistent with applicable civil rights laws. This information will be used for federal and/or state law reporting purposes only. Demographic Questionnaire Cell: Address Change? * Yes * No Gender: * M * F The following questions are used by the state to help provide support for our programs. Although not required, your cooperation is appreciated. How did you hear about us? * Received a schedule in the mail * Picked up a schedule from a business location Business * LoneStar.edu * Other Class # Ex: Course Title Introduction to Computers Race (Check all that apply) * American Indian/Alaskan Native * Asian * Hispanic or Latino * Not Hispanic or Latino * Black/African American * Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander * White Additional Information * Academically disadvantaged * Limited English * Economically disadvantaged * Displaced Homemaker * Disabled: * Single Parent Type of Disability What is your primary goal? Personal Enrichment * Leisure Learning * Academy for Lifelong Learning (ALL) Member * Professional Development * Workforce Certificate, Which certificate? * Other Course Selection Catalog # ITSCC Campus LSC-CyFair Start Date 09/02/14 Course Fee $180 Payment is due at the time of registration. Make all checks payable to Lone Star College System. Please read the refund policy in the schedule. A $20 infrastructure fee is charged per semester. Total Fee Method of Payment Entered by Date Receipt # Student Signature: Bottom portion to be destroyed. Charge to My: * AmEx * Discover * Master Card * Visa Card No: Expiration Date: CID number on front or back: Name on Card: Authorized Signature: Billing Address: Visit LoneStar.edu Action/EEO College For more information on bacterial meningitis please go to 9

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11 CTE NON-CREDIT PROGRAMS Median Salaries & Job Growth Expectancy Non-Credit Workforce Certificate Programs Median Wage Job Growth Rate ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION Engineering Design Graphics Technology AutoCAD Draftsman $51, % Solid Model Design $45, % ARTS, AUDIO/VISUAL TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATION Web Web Designer (Artist) $80, % Web Developer (Programming) $80, % BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION Accounting Assistant $33, % PayTrain $35, % Project Management Certification Unavailable for general Supervisor I supervision/management; data available by subject matter and Supervisor II position level. EDUCATION & TRAINING Substitute Teacher Unavailable for general Texas Teacher Certification: Clinical teaching; data available by Teaching Track grade level and subject. Texas Teacher Certification: Internship Track ENERGY & MANUFACTURING Engineering Design Graphics Technology AutoCAD Draftsman $51, % Solid Model Design $45, % Engineering Technology Engineering Technician Assistant Machinist $54, % Engineering Technician $54, % Machining Machinist $37, % Machine Tool (CNC) Operator $33, % Welding Gas Metal Welder (MIG) $34, % Gas Tungsten Welder (TIG) $34, % Pipe Welder $34, % Shielded Metal Welder (SMAW) $34, % FINANCE Accounting Assistant $33, % PayTrain $35, % HEALTH SCIENCE Dental Assistant $31, % Electrocardiography Monitoring Technician $51, % Electrocardiography Technician $51, % Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): Basic $29, % Massage Therapist $33, % Nurse Aide (CNA) $21, % Patient Care Technician $21, % Personal Trainer $52, % Phlebotomist $33, % Non-Credit Workforce Certificate Programs Median Wage HOSPITALITY & TOURISM Job Growth Rate Floral Designer $21, % ServSafe Certification (Food Handler) $18, % Wedding Planner Certification $44, % INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY A+ Certification $48, % CCNA (Cisco Certified Networking Associate) $68, % Computer Support Technician $48, % Microsoft Office Software Applications $48, % Oracle Certification $74, % Web Web Designer (Artist) $80, % Web Developer (Programming) $- 0.0% LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): Basic $29, % Law Enforcement Officer $51, % SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS Engineering Technology Engineering Technician Assistant Machinist $54, % Engineering Technician $54, % TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS Automotive Technician $34, % Certified Logistics Associate $82, % Certified Logistics Technician $72, % Diesel Technician $38, % Professional Truck Driver (CDL) $35, % INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION & EXAM PREP A+ Certification $48, % Certified Logistics Associate $82, % Certified Logistics Technician $72, % Electrician - Journeyman: Exam Review $41, % Electrician - Master: Exam Review $41, % Oracle Certification $74, % Project Management Certification $- 0.0% ServSafe Certification (Food Handler) $18, % Wedding Planner Certification $44, % Welding Inspector Exam Prep $57, % General Information Wage Data is based on annual salaries from Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment Statistics, September 2013, Employment Projections based on Gulf Coast area, from Texas Workforce Commission s LMCI Division, funded by Employment & Training Administration, US DOL, September 2013, using , 11

12 CTE CREDIT PROGRAMS Median Salaries & Job Growth Expectancy General Information Credit Workforce Certificate Programs Veterinary Technology Veterinary Technology, AAS Median Wage AGRICULTURE, FOOD & NATURAL RESOURCES Veterinary Assistant Certificate Electrician ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION Residential/Commercial Electrician Certificate Job Growth Rate $27, % Fuel Cell Systems Electrician Marketable Skills Award Solar Photovoltaic System Electrician Marketable Skills Award Wind Turbine System Electrician Marketable Skills Award Engineering Design Graphics Technology Architectural Engineering Technology, AAS $41,765 $38, % 12.6% Mechanical Engineering Technology, AAS $51, % Pre-Engineered Metal Building Drafting & Design, AAS $38, % Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Track 1: Architectural, Civil/Structural $45, % Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Track 2: Mechanical, Manufacturing, $51, % Product Design Facilities Management Facilities Management, AAS $48, % Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration HVAC & Refrigeration, AAS HVAC & Refrigeration Commercial Servicing Certificate HVAC & Refrigeration Residential Servicing Certificate HVAC Occupational Entry Certificate Interior Design Technology Interior Design Technology, AAS Design Essentials Certificate $38,953 $45, % 14.4% Land Surveying & Mapping Technology Land Surveying and Mapping Technology, AAS Land Surveyor Certificate Land Surveyor Marketable Skills Award $46, % ARTS, AUDIO/VISUAL TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATION Game Design & Simulation Game Design & Simulation Designer (Artist), AAS Game Design & Simulation Designer (Artist) Certificate Game Design & Simulation Developer (Programming), AAS Game Design & Simulation Developer $53,523 $89, % 23.5% (Programming) Certificate Credit Workforce Certificate Programs Median Wage Job Growth Rate Live Entertainment Technology Live Entertainment Technology, AAS Live Entertainment Technology-Certificate II Live Entertainment Technology-Certificate I Live Entertainment Technology Marketable Skills Award Visual Communication Visual Communication AAS: 3D Animation Track 3D Animation Certificate $39,678 $53, % 15.6% Visual Communication AAS: Graphic Design Track Graphic Design Certificate $39, % Visual Communication AAS: Multimedia Track Multimedia Designer Certificate $53, % Visual Communication AAS: Video and Post Production Track $36, % Video and Post Production Certificate Visual Communication AAS: Web Design Track Motion Graphics Certificate $80, % Digital Photography Enhanced Skills Certificate $24, % Web E-Business Web Developer, AAS E-Business Web Developer Certificate Web Design Certificate $80, % BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION Accounting Accounting, AAS Accounting Certificate Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate - CPA Exam Prep Taxation Certificate Marketable Skills Award Administrative Services Administrative Services AAS: Administrative Speciality Administrative Services AAS: Bookkeeping Specialty Administrative Services AAS: Global Office Support Specialty Administrative Services AAS: Office Communications Specialty Administrative Support Certificate: Administrative Specialty Administrative Support Certificate: Bookkeeping Specialty Administrative Support Certificate: Global Office Support Specialty Administrative Support Certificate: Office Communications Specialty Business Operations Support Certificate I $61,564 $45,414 $29, % 19.0% 11.6% Wage Data is based on annual salaries from Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment Statistics, September 2013, Employment Projections based on Gulf Coast area, from Texas Workforce Commission s LMCI Division, funded by Employment & Training Administration, US DOL, September 2013, using , 12

13 CTE CREDIT PROGRAMS (CONTINUED) Median Salaries & Job Growth Expectancy Credit Workforce Certificate Programs Median Wage Job Growth Rate Administrative Services AAS: Legal Specialty Administrative Support Certificate: Legal Specialty $43, % Administrative Services AAS: Medical Specialty Administrative Support Certificate: Medical Specialty Business Administration Facilities Management, AAS $28,639 $48, % 12.4% Business Administration, AAS Business Management Level 1 Certificate Entrepreneurship Marketable Skills Certificate Small Business Management Certificate Supervisor s Marketable Skills Award Human Resource Certificate $90,592 $52, % 29.5% Marketing Certificate $60, % Human Resources Human Resource Certificate $52, % Logistics Management Logistics Management, AAS Basic Logistics Certificate First Line Logistics Leader Certificate EDUCATION & TRAINING Education Teaching AAT Degree EC-6 Generalist (Academic, not Workforce) $82,807 $51, % 52.0% Teaching AAT Degree 4-8 Generalist (Academic, not Workforce) $51, % ENERGY & MANUFACTURING Energy & Manufacturing Technology Automated Manufacturing Technician, AAS $54, % Petroleum Field Service Technician, AAS $57, % Automated Manufacturing Technician Certificate $54, % Field Service Technician Certificate Petroleum Field Service Technician Certificate Field Service Technician Marketable Skills Award Engineering Design Graphics Technology Architectural Engineering Technology, AAS $35,875 $38, % 12.6% Mechanical Engineering Technology, AAS $51, % Pre-Engineered Metal Building Drafting & Design, AAS $38, % Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Track 1: Architectural, Civil/Structural $45, % Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Track 2: Mechanical, Manufacturing, $51, % Product Design Machining Technology Computer Numeric Control Operator/Programmer II Certificate Computer Numeric Control Operator/Programmer $33, % I Certificate Machinist I Certificate $37, % Credit Workforce Certificate Programs Welding & Inspection Inspection Technology, AAS Inspection Certificate Welding Technology, AAS Gas Metal Arc Welding Certificate Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Certificate Layout and Fabrication Welding Certificate Pipe Welding Certificate Shielded Metal Arc Welding Certificate FINANCE Accounting Accounting, AAS Accounting Certificate Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate - CPA Exam Prep Taxation Certificate Marketable Skills Award HEALTH SCIENCE Median Wage Job Growth Rate $57, % $34, % $61, % Dental Hygiene Dental Hygiene, AAS $69, % Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diagnostic Medical Sonography, AAS Sonography Advanced Technical Certificate Sonography Non-Invasive Vascular Technology Enhanced Skills Certificate Echocardiography, AAS $63,442 $51, % 46.2% Emergency Medical Services Professionals Emergency Medical Services Professions, AAS Emergency Medical Services Professions Intermediate Certificate Emergency Medical Services Professions Paramedic Certificate Health Information Technology Health Information Technology, AAS $29,324 $31, % 31.1% Medical Assisting Medical Assisting Certificate $26, % Medical Coding Hospital-Based Coding Certificate Physician Office-Based Coding Certificate $31, % Medical Radiologic Technology Medical Radiologic Technology, AAS Computer Tomography Advanced Technical Certificate Magnetic Resonance Imaging Advanced Technical Certificate $53, % General Information Wage Data is based on annual salaries from Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment Statistics, September 2013, Employment Projections based on Gulf Coast area, from Texas Workforce Commission s LMCI Division, funded by Employment & Training Administration, US DOL, September 2013, using , 13

14 CTE CREDIT PROGRAMS (CONTINUED) Median Salaries & Job Growth Expectancy General Information Credit Workforce Certificate Programs Nursing Nursing, AAS (Block Curriculum) Median Wage Job Growth Rate Nursing, AAS (Integrated Curriculum) Transition to Professional Nursing For Articulating Students, AAS (Integrated Curriculum) Nursing Assistant Certificate $65,603 $21, % 29.1% Vocational Nursing ADN to VN Certificate Vocational Nursing Certificate $41, % Occupational Therapy Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant, AAS $62, % Pharmacy Technology Pharmacy Technology, AAS Pharmacy Technology Certificate $30, % Physical Therapist Assistant Physical Therapist Assistant, AAS $63, % Polysomnography Polysomnography, AAS Polysomnography Technologist Certificate Advanced Polysomnographic Technologist Certificate Respiratory Care Respiratory Care Therapist, AAS $34,206 $53, % 42.4% Surgical Technologist Surgical Technologist Certificate $40, % HUMAN SERVICES Cosmetology Cosmetology, AAS Cosmetology Operator Certificate $21, % Cosmetology Facial, AAS Facial Specialist Certificate $31, % Cosmetology Instructor, AAS Cosmetology Instructor Certificate $46, % Human Services Human Services, AAS: General Human Services Track $36, % Human Services, AAS: Substance Abuse Counseling Track $34, % Basic Chemical Dependency Counselor Certificate $15, % Human Services Certificate $15, % Interpreter Training Technology Interpreter Training Technology, AAS ASL Communications Skills Certificate $40, % INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Computer Applications Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate PC Support Specialist Certificate $48, % Computer Information Technology Information Technology Core Certificate $48, % Credit Workforce Certificate Programs Median Wage Job Growth Rate Computer Programming Programming Specialist, AAS C++ Programming Enhanced Skills Certificate Programming Specialist Certificate Visual Basic Enhanced Skills Certificate Computer Engineering Computer Engineering Technology, AAS Basic Electronics Certificate $74,444 $56, % 14.2% Geographic Information Systems Geographic Informations Systems, AAS Geographic Informations Systems Analyst Certificate Geographic Informations Systems Technician Certificate Geographic Information Systems Marketable Skills Award Integrated Technology Integrated Technology, AAS Integrated Technology Advanced Certificate Integrated Technology Basic Certificate Networking: Cisco & Microsoft Computer Networking, AAS, Cisco Track Computer Networking, AAS, Microsoft Track Network Administrator Certificate: CCNA Network Administrator Certificate: MS Level I Network Engineer Certificate: CCNP Network Engineer Certificate: MS Level II Web E-Business Web Developer, AAS E-Business Web Developer Certificate $51,728 $79,628 $68,627 $80, % 22.7% 32.6% 21.6% Visual Communication AAS: Web Design Track Web Design Certificate $80, % LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY Emergency Medical Services Professionals Emergency Medical Services Professions, AAS Emergency Medical Services Professions Intermediate Certificate Emergency Medical Services Professions Paramedic Certificate Fire Science Technology Fire Science Technology, AAS Basic Structural Firefighter Certificate $29,324 $45, % 20.9% Paralegal Studies Paralegal Studies, AAS Paralegal Studies Advanced Technical Certificate $46, % Wage Data is based on annual salaries from Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment Statistics, September 2013, Employment Projections based on Gulf Coast area, from Texas Workforce Commission s LMCI Division, funded by Employment & Training Administration, US DOL, September 2013, using , 14

15 CTE CREDIT PROGRAMS (CONTINUED) Median Salaries & Job Growth Expectancy Credit Workforce Certificate Programs Marketing MARKETING Median Wage Job Growth Rate Marketing Certificate $60, % Biotechnology SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS Biotechnology, AAS Biotechnology Advanced Technical Certificate Computer Engineering $33, % Computer Engineering Technology, AAS $56, % Energy & Manufacturing Technology Automated Manufacturing Technician, AAS $54, % Petroleum Field Service Technician, AAS $57, % Automated Manufacturing Technician Certificate $54, % Field Service Technician Certificate Petroleum Field Service Technician Certificate Field Service Technician Marketable Skills Award Engineering Design Graphics Technology Architectural Engineering Technology, AAS $35,875 $38, % 12.6% Mechanical Engineering Technology, AAS $51, % Pre-Engineered Metal Building Drafting & Design, AAS $38, % Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Track 1: Architectural, Civil/Structural $45, % Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Track 2: Mechanical, Manufacturing, Product Design $51, % TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS Automotive Technology Automotive Technology, AAS Chassis and Electrical Technician Certificate General Service Technician Certificate Power Train and Driveability Technician Certificate Logistics Management Logistics Management, AAS Basic Logistics Certificate First Line Logistics Leader Certificate $34, % $82, % General Information Wage Data is based on annual salaries from Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment Statistics, September 2013, Employment Projections based on Gulf Coast area, from Texas Workforce Commission s LMCI Division, funded by Employment & Training Administration, US DOL, September 2013, using , 15

16 Non-Credit Programs of Study (As of ) LSC Non-Credit Programs of Study are organized according to nationally recognized career clusters. Each career cluster represents a broad industry and group of occupations that require common knowledge and skills, followed by the LSC Programs of Study offered in each cluster. Each LSC Program of Study certification plan details a recommended sequence of coursework based on a student s interest and career goal. Specific Non-Credit Program of Study degree plans are available at LoneStar.edu/programs-classes. Non-credit programs of study are designed for students that want to obtain career training for immediate employment and generally do not include transferable college credits. Programs of Study NON-CREDIT CERTIFICATIONS CF K M NH T UP OL Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Cluster No programs offered. Individual classes available. Architecture & Construction Cluster Engineering Design Graphics Technology AutoCAD Draftsman SolidWorks Designer Arts, Audio/Visual Technology & Communication Cluster Web Web Designer (Artist) Web Developer (Programming) Business Management & Administration Cluster Accounting Assistant Payroll Professional Project Management Certification Supervisor I Supervisor II Education & Training Cluster Substitute Teacher Texas Teacher Certification: Clinical Teaching Track Texas Teacher Certification: Internship Track Energy & Manufacturing Cluster Energy & Manufacturing Technology Electronic Assembler Engineering Technician Engineering Design Graphics Technology AutoCAD Draftsman SolidWorks Designer Machining Technology Machinist Machine Tool (CNC) Operator Oil & Gas Drilling Floor-Hand Workforce Certificate Motor-Hand (pending THECB approval) Welding & Inspection Gas Metal Welder (MIG) Gas Tungsten Welder (TIG) Pipe Welder Shielded Metal Welder (SMAW) Finance Cluster Accounting Assistant Payroll Professional Government & Public Administration Cluster No programs offered. Individual classes available. Health Science Cluster Dental Assistant Electrocardiography Monitoring Technician NON-CREDIT CERTIFICATIONS CF K M NH T UP OL Electrocardiography Technician Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): Basic Massage Therapist Nurse Aide (CNA) Patient Care Technician Personal Trainer Phlebotomist Hospitality Cluster Floral Designer ServSafe Certification (Food Handler) Wedding Planner Certification Human Services Cluster No programs offered. Individual classes available. Information Technology Cluster A+ Certification CCNA (Cisco Certified Networking Associate) Computer Support Technician Microsoft Office Software Applications Oracle Certification Web Web Designer (Artist) Web Developer (Programming) Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Cluster Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): Basic Law Enforcement Officer Marketing No programs offered. Individual classes available. Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Cluster Energy & Manufacturing Technology Electronic Assembler Engineering Technician Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Cluster Automotive Technician Certified Logistics Associate Certified Logistics Technician Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician Workforce Certificate Professional Truck Driver (CDL) Industry Certification & Exam Prep Cluster A+ Certification Certified Logistics Associate Certified Logistics Technician Electrician - Journeyman: Exam Review Electrician - Master: Exam Review Oracle Certification Project Management Certification ServSafe Certification (Food Handler) Wedding Planner Certification Welding Inspector Exam Prep Total Academic Transfer Certification or Degree Offered Some Courses Offered 16

17 Credit Programs of Study (As of ) LSC Credit Programs of Study are organized according to nationally recognized career clusters. Each career cluster represents a broad industry and group of occupations that require common knowledge and skills, followed by the LSC Programs of Study offered in each cluster. Each LSC Program of Study degree plan details a recommended sequence of coursework based on a student s interest and career goal. Specific Credit Program of Study degree plans are available at LoneStar.edu/programs-classes. Credit Programs of Study are designed for students that want to join the workforce and also provide transfer credits to four-year universities for students planning to continue their education to obtain a bachelor s degree. CREDIT DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES CF K M NH T UP OL Do you plan to transfer to a 4-year institution? Academic Transfer Degrees and Certificates Associate of Arts (AA) Degree Business AA Degree Computer Science AA Degree Criminal Justice AA Degree Music AA Degree Speech Communication AA Degree International Studies AA Degree Associate of Science (AS) Degree Biology AS Degree (effective FA/14, pending THECB approval) Mechanical Engineering AS Degree Associate of Arts in Teaching General Education Core Certificate Do you plan to directly enter the workforce? Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degrees and Workforce Certificates Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Cluster Veterinary Technology Veterinary Technology AAS Degree Veterinary Assistant Certificate Architecture & Construction Cluster Electrical Technology Electrical Technology AAS Degree Electrical Technology Certificate II Electrical Technology Certificate I Fuel Cell Systems Electrician Marketable Skills Award Solar Photovoltaic System Electrician Marketable Skills Award Wind Turbine System Electrician Marketable Skills Award Engineering Design Graphics Technology Architectural Engineering Technology AAS Degree Mechanical Engineering Technology AAS Degree Pre-Engineered Metal Building Drafting & Design AAS Degree Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Architectural, Civil/Structural Discipline Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Product Design Discipline Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) & Refrigeration HVAC & Refrigeration AAS Degree HVAC & Refrigeration Commercial Servicing Certificate HVAC & Refrigeration Residential Servicing Certificate HVAC Occupational Entry Certificate Interior Design Technology Interior Design Technology AAS Degree Design Essentials Certificate Land Surveying & Mapping Technology Land Surveying & Mapping Technology AAS Degree Land Surveyor Certificate Land Surveyor Marketable Skills Award CREDIT DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES CF K M NH T UP OL Arts, Audio/Visual Technology & Communication Cluster Game Design & Simulation Game Design & Simulation Designer (Artist) AAS Degree Game Design & Simulation Designer (Artist) Certificate Game Design & Simulation Developer (Programming) AAS Degree Game Design & Simulation Developer (Programming) Certificate Live Entertainment Technology Live Entertainment Technology AAS Degree Live Entertainment Technology Certificate II Live Entertainment Technology Certificate I Live Entertainment Technology Marketable Skills Award Live Entertainment Technology Video AAS Degree Live Entertainment Technology Video Certificate II Live Entertainment Technology Video Certificate I Live Entertainment Technology Video Marketable Skills Award Visual Communication Visual Communication AAS: 3D Animation Track 3D Animation Certificate Visual Communication AAS: Graphic Design Track Graphic Design Certificate Visual Communication AAS: Multimedia Track Multimedia Designer Certificate Visual Communication AAS: Video & Post Production Track Video & Post Production Certificate Digital Photography Enhanced Skills Certificate Motion Graphics Certificate Web Visual Communication AAS: Web Design Track Web Design Certificate Business Management & Administration Cluster Accounting Accounting AAS Degree Accounting Certificate Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate - CPA Exam Prep Taxation Certificate Marketable Skills Award Administrative Services Administrative Services AAS: Administrative Speciality Administrative Support Certificate: Administrative Specialty Administrative Services AAS: Bookkeeping Specialty Administrative Support Certificate: Bookkeeping Specialty Administrative Services AAS: Medical Specialty Administrative Support Certificate: Medical Specialty Administrative Services AAS: Global Office Support Specialty Administrative Support Certificate: Global Office Support Specialty Administrative Services AAS: Office Communications Specialty Administrative Support Certificate: Office Communications Specialty Business Operations Support Certificate I Business Administration Business Administration AAS Degree: Business Management Specialization Business Administration Certificate II: Business Management Specialization Programs of Study CF: LSC-CyFair K: LSC-Kingwood M: LSC-Montgomery NH: LSC-North Harris T: LSC-Tomball UP: LSC-University Park OL: LSC-Online Learning 17

18 Credit Programs of Study (As of ) LSC Credit Programs of Study are organized according to nationally recognized career clusters. Each career cluster represents a broad industry and group of occupations that require common knowledge and skills, followed by the LSC Programs of Study offered in each cluster. Each LSC Program of Study degree plan details a recommended sequence of coursework based on a student s interest and career goal. Specific Credit Program of Study degree plans are available at LoneStar.edu/programs-classes. Credit Programs of Study are designed for students that want to join the workforce and also provide transfer credits to four-year universities for students planning to continue their education to obtain a bachelor s degree. Programs of Study CREDIT DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES CF K M NH T UP OL Business Administration AAS Degree: Human Resource Specialization Business Administration Certificate II: Human Resource Specialization Business Administration AAS Degree: Marketing Specialization Business Administration Certificate II: Marketing Specialization Business Operations Certificate I Logistics Management Logistics Management AAS Degree First Line Logistics Leader Certificate Basic Logistics Marketable Skills Award Education & Training Cluster Education Associate of Arts in Teaching Energy & Manufacturing Cluster Energy & Manufacturing Technology Automated Manufacturing Technology AAS Degree Automated Manufacturing Technology Certificate Industrial Diesel Technology AAS Degree Industrial Diesel Technology Level II Certificate (effective FA/14, pending THECB approval) Industrial Diesel Technology Level I Certificate (effective FA/14, pending THECB approval) Petroleum Field Service Technology AAS Degree Petroleum Field Service Technology Certificate Field Service Technology Certificate Field Service Technology Marketable Skills Award Petroleum Data Technology AAS Degree (pending THECB approval) Petroleum Data Technology Certificate (effective Spring 2014 at CF and Fall 2014 at T, pending THECB approval) Engineering Design Graphics Technology Architectural Engineering Technology AAS Degree Mechanical Engineering Technology AAS Degree Pre-Engineered Metal Building Drafting & Design AAS Degree Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Architectural, Civil/Structural Discipline Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Product Design Discipline Machining Technology Machining Technology AAS Degree (effective FA/14, pending THECB approval) Computer Numeric Control Operator/Programmer II Certificate Computer Numeric Control Operator/Programmer I Certificate Machinist I Certificate Welding & Inspection Inspection Technology AAS Degree Inspection Certificate Welding Technology AAS Degree Gas Metal Arc Welding Certificate Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Certificate Layout & Fabrication Welding Certificate Pipe Welding Certificate Shielded Metal Arc Welding Certificate CREDIT DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES CF K M NH T UP OL Finance Cluster Accounting Accounting AAS Degree Accounting Certificate Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate - CPA Exam Prep Taxation Certificate Marketable Skills Award Government & Public Administration Cluster No programs offered. Individual classes available. Health Science Cluster Dental Hygiene Dental Hygiene AAS Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diagnostic Medical Sonography AAS Degree Sonography Advanced Technical Certificate Sonography Non-Invasive Vascular Technology Enhanced Skills Certificate Echocardiography AAS Degree Emergency Medical Services Professionals Emergency Medical Services Professions AAS Degree Emergency Medical Services Professions Paramedic Certificate Emergency Medical Services Professions Intermediate Certificate Health Information Technology Health Information Technology AAS Degree Hospital-Based Coding Certificate Physician Office-Based Coding Certificate Medical Assisting Medical Assisting Certificate Medical Radiologic Technology Medical Radiologic Technology AAS Degree Magnetic Resonance Imaging Advanced Technical Certificate Computed Tomography Advanced Technical Certificate (effective Spring 2014) Nursing Nursing AAS Degree (Block Curriculum) Nursing AAS Degree (Integrated Curriculum) Transition to Professional Nursing For Articulating Students AAS Degree (Integrated Curriculum) Vocational Nursing ADN to VN Certificate Vocational Nursing Certificate Nursing Assistant Certificate Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapy Assistant AAS Degree Pharmacy Technology Pharmacy Technology AAS Degree Pharmacy Technology Certificate Physical Therapy Physical Therapist Assistant AAS Degree Polysomnography Polysomnography AAS Degree Advanced Polysomnographic Technologist Certificate Polysomnographic Technologist Certificate Total Academic Transfer Certification or Degree Offered Some Courses Offered 18

19 Credit Programs of Study (As of ) LSC Credit Programs of Study are organized according to nationally recognized career clusters. Each career cluster represents a broad industry and group of occupations that require common knowledge and skills, followed by the LSC Programs of Study offered in each cluster. Each LSC Program of Study degree plan details a recommended sequence of coursework based on a student s interest and career goal. Specific Credit Program of Study degree plans are available at LoneStar.edu/programs-classes. Credit Programs of Study are designed for students that want to join the workforce and also provide transfer credits to four-year universities for students planning to continue their education to obtain a bachelor s degree. CREDIT DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES CF K M NH T UP OL Respiratory Care Respiratory Care Therapist AAS Degree Surgical Technology Surgical Technologist Certificate Hospitality Cluster No programs offered. Individual classes available. Human Services Cluster Cosmetology Cosmetology AAS Degree Cosmetology Operator Certificate Cosmetology Facial AAS Degree Facial Specialist Certificate Cosmetology Instructor AAS Degree Cosmetology Instructor Certificate Human Services Human Services AAS Degree: General Human Services Track Human Services Certificate Human Services AAS Degree: Substance Abuse Counseling Track Basic Chemical Dependency Counselor Certificate Interpreter Training Technology Interpreter Training Technology AAS Degree ASL Communications Skills Certificate Information Technology Cluster Computer Applications PC Support Specialist Certificate Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate Computer Information Technology Convergence Technology Advanced Technical Certificate (pending THECB approval) Information Technology Core Certificate Computer Programming Programming Specialist AAS Degree Programming Specialist Certificate C++ Programming Enhanced Skills Certificate Visual Basic Enhanced Skills Certificate Computer Engineering Computer Engineering Technology AAS Degree Geographic Information Systems Geographic Information Systems AAS Degree Geographic Information Systems Analyst Certificate Geographic Information Systems Technician Certificate Geographic Information Systems Marketable Skills Award Integrated Technology Network and Computer System Administrator AAS Degree Integrated Technology Advanced Certificate Integrated Technology Basic Certificate Networking: Cisco & Microsoft Computer Networking AAS Degree, Cisco Track Network Engineering Certificate: CCNP Network Administration Certificate: CCNA CREDIT DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES CF K M NH T UP OL Computer Networking AAS Degree, Microsoft Track Network Engineering Certificate: MS Level II Network Administration Certificate: MS Level I Web Visual Communication AAS: Web Design Track Web Design Certificate Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Cluster Emergency Medical Services Professionals Emergency Medical Services Professions AAS Degree Emergency Medical Services Professions Paramedic Certificate Emergency Medical Services Professions Intermediate Certificate Fire Science Technology Fire Science Technology AAS Degree Basic Structural Firefighter Certificate Paralegal Studies Paralegal Studies AAS Degree Paralegal Studies Advanced Technical Certificate Marketing Cluster Business Administration AAS Degree: Marketing Specialization Business Administration Certificate II: Marketing Specialization Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Cluster Biotechnology Biotechnology AAS Degree Biotechnology Advanced Technical Certificate Computer Engineering Computer Engineering Technology AAS Degree Energy & Manufacturing Technology Automated Manufacturing Technology AAS Degree Automated Manufacturing Technology Certificate Petroleum Field Service Technology AAS Degree Petroleum Field Service Technology Certificate Field Service Technology Certificate Field Service Technology Marketable Skills Award Engineering Design Graphics Technology Architectural Engineering Technology AAS Degree Mechanical Engineering Technology AAS Degree Pre-Engineered Metal Building Drafting & Design AAS Degree Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Architectural, Civil/Structural Discipline Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Product Design Discipline Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Cluster Automotive Technology Automotive Technology AAS Degree Chassis & Electrical Technician Certificate Power Train & Driveability Technician Certificate General Service Technician Certificate Logistics Management Logistics Management AAS Degree First Line Logistics Leader Certificate Basic Logistics Marketable Skills Award Programs of Study CF: LSC-CyFair K: LSC-Kingwood M: LSC-Montgomery NH: LSC-North Harris T: LSC-Tomball UP: LSC-University Park OL: LSC-Online Learning 19

20 Program & Course Listings These programs are designed to prepare students for employment; however, individual workforce courses can also be taken for personal enrichment. Students who complete all courses within a program will earn a workforce certificate. PROGRAM/ COURSE CATALOG# COURSE# CONTACT HOURS TUITION & FEES CAMPUS/ PAGE Architecture & Construction 28 Engineering Design & Graphics Technology Programs of Study AutoCAD Draftsman CF K M NH UP V AutoCAD, Introduction DFTGC $ AutoCAD, Intermediate DFTGC AutoCAD, Advanced DFTGC Total 96 $882 SolidWorks Designer CF K M UP Solidworks I DFTGC $ Solidworks II DFTGC Total 60 $554 Arts, Audio/Visual Technology & Communication 30 Web Web Designer M HTML I, Website Development (Introduction) ITNWC $ Photoshop I for Web GRPHC WordPress I ITSEC Photoshop II for Web GRPHC Total 104 $982 Web Developer M HTML I, Web Site Development (Introduction) ITNWC $ Photoshop I for Web GRPHC WordPress I ITSEC HTML II: Website Development (Advanced) ITNWC WordPress II ITSEC Designing Effective Websites ARTCC SEO: Analytics and Tracking ITNWC Total 168 $1,598 Business Management & Administration 35 Accounting Assistant See Finance, page 23. Payroll Professional See Finance, page 23. Project Management Certification UP Project Management Certificate Program BMGCX $ PMP Certification Exam Preparation BMGCX Total 75 $3,936 Prepares for the Project Management Professional Exam Supervisor I M UP Supervision, Introduction BMGTC $90 39 Communication Skills for Managers BMGTC Supervisors, Legal Issues BMGTC Time Management BMGTC Total 32 $360 CC LSC-Conroe Center CF LSC-CyFair K LSC-Kingwood M LSC-Montgomery NH LSC-North Harris T LSC-Tomball UP LSC-University Park V LSC-Victory Center O LSC-Online 20 Search & Register for classes online at LoneStar.edu/CE