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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Campus life: More than you think
Campus Life
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Clubs and Activities
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Student Services
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Our 120-acre campus features 20 buildings with high-tech labs and classrooms, a variety of social and study spaces, and impressive athletic and cultural facilities.
Programs by School
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Campus Map
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Program Descriptions (A–Z)
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Cost and Financial Aid
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USING THE ONLINE COLLEGE CATALOG Hudson Valley Community College regularly updates its course and degree offerings. The college’s website is your best source for upto-date information. Visit the online college catalog to read program descriptions, course offerings, find steps to enroll, review college policies and much more. 1. Go to www.hvcc.edu/catalog. 2. To learn about a specific course, click “Course Descriptions.”
Campus Center with a full-service cafeteria catered by Mazzone’s Hospitality and 3 additional cafes on campus Joseph L. Bruno Stadium, home of the Tri-City ValleyCats and Viking baseball team
DISCOVER WHY 11,500
STUDENTS CHOOSE
Newly renovated, high-tech Marvin Library Learning Commons with comfortable study spaces State-of-the-art Science Center with 25 labs and study center
Maureen Stapleton Theatre and Teaching Gallery for events and exhibits Brand new Outdoor Athletic Complex for football, soccer, lacrosse and track and field McDonough Sports Complex with ice rink, field house, fitness rooms, basketball and racquetball courts and indoor track 800-space parking garage
HUDSON VALLEY EACH YEAR.
3. Select the term you’re interested in (e.g., “Fall 2017”). 4. Search for a course by subject or keyword. For more information or questions, call (518) 629-7700 or email
[email protected].
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50+ CLUBS 17 SPORTS
Clubs and activities: Play hard and get involved Whether you are interested in joining a club, playing an intramural sport, enjoying a cultural event or taking on a leadership position, you’ll find it here. More than 50 student-run clubs and organizations provide opportunities to connect, engage and make a difference. Students enjoy musical performances, theater, art exhibitions, expert speakers and events throughout the year. Hudson Valley is an NJCAA Region III participant, with more than 300 student athletes in men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports.
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WOMEN’S
Baseball Basketball Bowling Cross Country Football Track & Field Lacrosse Soccer
Basketball Bowling Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track & Field Volleyball
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Student services: Find the support you need Your success matters to the faculty and staff at Hudson Valley. Be part of a community that supports you and cares that you meet your goals.
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Campus Ministry
Collegiate Academic Support Program
Mastrangelo Financial Aid Office
Center for Academic Engagement
Computer Learning Center
Science Study Center
Center for Access and Assistive Technology
Educational Opportunity Program
Viking Child Care Center
Center for Careers and Transfer
Health Services
Wellness Center
Center for Counseling
Learning Assistance Center
Writing and Research Center
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SCHOOL OF
Academic programs: Explore the possibilities
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES
With more than 85 degree and certificate programs in traditional and emerging fields, HonorScholar programs, and the flexibility of online, day and evening classes, Hudson Valley offers many different paths to success. Choose the one that works best for you.
SCHOOL OF
BUSINESS Accounting (Certificate)*† Administrative Information Management and Technology (A.A.S.)* Business Administration (A.A.S.)*† Business – Accounting (A.A.S.)*† Business – Business Administration (A.S.)*† - Honors Track Business – Marketing (A.A.S.)*† - Retailing Option Computer Information Systems (A.A.S.)*† Computer Information Systems (A.S.)*† Computer Information Systems: System and Network Administration (A.A.S.)† Computer Information Systems: Web Design and WWW Programming (A.A.S.)*† Digital Marketing (A.A.S.)* Entrepreneurship (A.A.S.)* Entrepreneurship (Certificate)* Health Information Management and Technology (A.A.S.)* IT Help Desk Support (Certificate)*†
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Animal Policy (Certificate) Biological Sciences (A.S.) Biotechnology (A.S.) Biotechnology (Certificate) Chemical Dependency Counseling (A.A.S.) Chemical Dependency Counseling (Certificate) Coaching (Certificate)* Criminal Investigation (A.A.S.)* Criminal Justice (A.A.S.)*† Criminal Justice (A.S.) Digital Media (A.S.) Digital Media (Certificate) Disabilities Studies (Certificate)* Early Childhood (A.A.S.) Early Childhood Administration (A.A.S.) Early Childhood Administration (Certificate)* Engineering Science (A.S.) Environmental Science (A.S.) Exercise Science (A.S.) Fine Arts (A.S.) Fitness Specialist (Certificate) Forensic Science Studies (A.S.) Health and Wellness Studies (A.S.) Health Sciences (Certificate) Human Services (A.S.)† Individual Studies (A.A.)*† Individual Studies (A.S.)*† Liberal Arts & Sciences: Adolescent Education (A.S.) Liberal Arts and Science: Humanities and Social Science (A.A.)*† - Art History and Gallery Studies Track - Communications (Media) Track
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- Communication (Non-Media) Track - English Track - History Track - Honors Track - Political Science Track - Psychology Track Liberal Arts and Science: Mathematics and Science (A.S.) - Honors Track Physical Education Studies (A.A.) Physical Sciences (A.S.) - Chemistry Track - Earth Science Track - Physics Track Public Administration Studies (A.A.S.)*† Special Education Assistant (Certificate)* Teaching Assistant (Certificate)* Theatre Arts (A.S.) Worksite Health Promotion (Certificate)
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SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES Bereavement Studies (Certificate)* Dental Assisting (Certificate)* Dental Hygiene (A.A.S.) Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Certificate) Echocardiography (Certificate) Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (A.A.S.)† Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (Certificate)† Invasive Cardiovascular Technology (A.A.S.) Mortuary Science (A.A.S.) Nursing (A.A.S.)† Polysomnography (A.A.S.) Radiologic Technology (A.A.S.) Respiratory Care (A.A.S.) Surgical Technology (A.A.S.) Surgical Technology (Certificate)
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TECHNOLOGIES Advanced Manufacturing Technology (A.O.S.)† Architectural Technology (A.A.S.) Automotive Management (A.A.S.) Automotive Technical Services (A.O.S.) Automotive Technical Services – Autobody Repair (A.O.S.) Civil Engineering Technology (A.A.S.)† Clean Energy Management (A.A.S.) Computer Aided Drafting (Certificate) Construction (Certificate) Construction Technology – Building Construction (A.A.S.)† Electrical Construction and Maintenance (A.O.S.)† Electrical Engineering Technology – Electronics (A.A.S.) Electrical Technology: Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology (A.A.S.) Heating/Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technical Services (A.O.S.) Mechanical Engineering Technology (A.A.S.) Mechatronics (A.A.S.) Overhead Electric Line Worker (Certificate) Photovoltaic Installation (Certificate)† Semiconductor Technology (Certificate) Telecommunications Technology – Verizon (A.A.S.) Wind Technician (Certificate)
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A.A. = Associate in Arts A.S. = Associate in Science A.A.S. = Associate in Applied Science A.O.S. = Associate in Occupational Studies * Online degree/certificate available † Evening degree/certificate available
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1. Bulmer Telecommunications Center (BTC)
6. Science Center (SCI)
13. Siek Campus Center (CTR)
20. LaPan Services Buidling (LSP)
7. Brahan Hall (BRN)
14. Maureen Stapleton Theatre
21. Stadium Classroom Building (SCB)
2. Administration Building (ADM)
8. Amstuz Science Hall (AMZ)
15. Hudson Hall (HUD)
22. Joseph L. Bruno Stadium
3. Teaching Gallery
9. Fitzgibbons Health Technologies Center (FTZ)
16. McDonough Sports Complex (MCD)
23. Tennis Courts
10. Parking Garage
17. Conway Ice Rink
25. Cogan Hall (CGN)
11. Lang Technical Building (LNG)
18. McDonough Field House
26. Day Care Center
12. Higbee Hall (HGB)
19. Co-generation Plant
27. Student Pavilion
4. Guenther Enrollment Services Center (GUN) 5. Marvin Library Learning Commons (MRV) 12
24. Williams Hall (WIL)
28. Outdoor Athletic Complex Hudson Valley’s new Outdoor Athletic Complex includes a 400-meter eight-lane track, synthetic turf and natural grass fields as well as concession facilities and outdoor lighting. The complex is home to the college’s football, lacrosse and soccer teams, as well as track and field, which launches in Spring 2018! www.hvcc.edu
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ACADEMIC
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS (A-Z)
Future Opportunities: 95 percent job placement rate prior to graduation; fulfills the requirements for a four-year apprenticeship program for machinist, CNC machinist, moldmaker, toolmaker, and tool and die maker offered through the New York state and federal Departments of Labor.
Animal Policy (Certificate)
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Accounting (Certificate)*† School of Business
An intensive immersion in the fundamentals of accounting, including financial and managerial accounting, and instruction in widely used accounting software applications. Credits earned in the certificate program can be applied to the Business — Accounting degree program and some may be applied to other programs of the college.
Future Opportunities: continued study toward bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance; advancement in your current job; or entry-level work in finance offices as bookkeeper, accounts receivable, accounts payable or audit clerk, tax collector, tax examiner.
Administrative Information Management and Technology (A.A.S.)* School of Business
A foundation in technology applications, document preparation, spreadsheets, databases, business communications, office management and desktop publishing.
Future Opportunities: entry-level position as an office professional in either the public or private sector.
Advanced Manufacturing Technology (A.O.S.)†
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies Computer-aided design and manufacturing meet the high-tech work of machine processes, covering an array of precision metal, plastic and composite manufacturing.
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Knowledge and skills for those interested in animal advocacy and other animal-related fields.
Future Opportunities: careers including humane law enforcement, animal control, humane education, shelter management, lobbying and policy-making. Working in the framework of public policy, this certificate program can be applied toward an A.A.S. in Public Administration Studies.
Architectural Technology (A.A.S.)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies Preparation to work in the architectural field at a level between the skilled artisan and the professional engineer and architect by providing an understanding of the planning, design and erection of buildings.
Future Opportunities: employment in architectural design and planning firms and other companies in the construction field, or continued study at a four-year college to become a licensed architect.
Automotive Management (A.A.S.)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies Advanced technological training, preparation in business and marketing combined with a solid foundation in communication and writing; incorporates key skills in automotive maintenance and repair as well as automotive management and sales.
Future Opportunities: employment in industry with the skills to meet the current demand for a more sophisticated and technologically astute workforce.
Automotive Technical Services (A.O.S.) School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies
Classroom, laboratory and hands-on experience in theory, operation, diagnosis and overhaul of all automotive system components, along with the knowledge and skills necessary to service new computerized controls, new fuel delivery systems and power train designs.
Future Opportunities: entry into the automotive repair field with a broad-based knowledge of current diagnostic and repair skills.
Automotive Technical Services — Autobody Repair (A.O.S.)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies Training in the principles of autobody estimation and state-of-the-art autobody repair techniques: repairing unibody vehicles, including unibody alignment; welding; metal straightening by hammering; smoothing areas by filling, grinding or sanding; refinishing and replacing body parts and components.
Future Opportunities: entry into the career of autobody repair as a technician, body shop owner/manager, estimator, insurance claims adjuster, autobody supply store salesperson.
Bereavement Studies (Certificate)* School of Health Sciences
Specialized training in helping people grieve after the loss of a loved one; advanced training for individuals already working in the fields of medicine, mental health and social work.
Future Opportunities: immediate entry into the workforce as bereavement counselor or related position.
Biological Sciences (A.S.)
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences Curriculum designed for students who wish to continue their education in the biological sciences or pre-professional programs in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, pharmacy or research.
Future Opportunities: most students transfer with junior status to a four-year college or university. Students may transfer into biotechnology, clinical biology, biochemistry and environmental biology programs locally and nationwide. Biotechnology (A.S., Certificate) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Providing educational background in cellular and molecular biology grounded in basic science and liberal arts along with laboratory experience in standard biotechnological techniques.
Future Opportunities: immediate entry into careers in health sciences, pharmaceutical development, medical diagnostics, basic research, forensics and other fields or transfer to four-year universities and colleges.
Business Administration (A.A.S.)*† School of Business
An introduction to several fields within business: accounting, economics, business law and statistics, and a variety of electives based on your area of interest.
Future Opportunities: several transfer articulation agreements for those who wish to continue on to complete a four-year degree or immediate entry into the workforce pursuing careers in retail management, finance, small business management, insurance or banking.
Business — Accounting (A.A.S.)*† School of Business
A broad business curriculum offering core business courses and areas of specialization in the field of accounting, including computerized accounting software.
Future Opportunities: entry-level positions in the accounting field, in either the public or private sector, or transfer to a four-year college or university.
Business — Business Administration (A.S.)*† School of Business
A solid two-year foundation in the field of business with a balance of liberal arts courses; ability to transfer with junior status to a fouryear college or university into programs such as business, finance, marketing, accounting, economics and management. Business Administration HonorScholar Program: Honors-level, seminar-style coursework available for highly motivated students.
Future Opportunities: continued study toward a bachelor’s degree in marketing, finance, accounting or other related field, or entry into the business field in a wide variety of careers. Business — Marketing (A.A.S.)*† School of Business
Foundational courses in marketing, advertising, organization and management, sales and communications. Retailing option: Specific business courses you’ll need for a career in retail management — the second largest industry in the country — while pursuing a marketing degree.
Future Opportunities: entry-level position in marketing, management and/or sales, or transfer to a four-year college or university. Chemical Dependency Counseling (A.A.S., Certificate) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Designed to meet requirements for the Credential in Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counseling (CASAC). Field internships occur in hospitals and outpatient facilities.
Future Opportunities: prepares you to
Civil Engineering Technology (A.A.S.)†
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies Preparation in building design and construction, highway and infrastructure design and construction, and construction management under the supervision of engineers and designers/ builders.
Future Opportunities: qualification to work as engineer in training, junior engineer, engineering technician, assistant project manager, surveyor, construction inspection technician, estimator and CAD technician, or transfer to a four-year college to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Clean Energy Management (A.A.S.)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies Combines renewable energy and business courses: basic electrical theory; an exploration of photovoltaic, geothermal, wind and fuel cell energies; essential principles of finance, marketing and business development; and technical training in PV installation, troubleshooting and maintenance.
Future Opportunities: the only associate degree program of its kind in this area; designed to lead to immediate employment.
Coaching (Certificate)*
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences Provides all of the mandated coursework required for those who wish to coach any interscholastic sport in the New York State public school system.
Future Opportunities: can be completed as part of the Physical Education Studies program or as a separate certificate. All of the credit coursework may be transferable to other degree programs.
enter the field of alcohol and drug treatment; graduates of the program have superior reputations in the treatment community.
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Computer Aided Drafting (Certificate)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies An intensive, one-year training program that prepares you to obtain an entry-level position in the field of computer aided drafting and design, combining coursework on leading CAD software packages and a two-month internship.
84% OF HUDSON VALLEY STUDENTS GRADUATE WITH
LESS THAN
$5,000 OF DEBT. – HUDSON VALLEY FINANCIAL AID RECORDS
Future Opportunities: immediate entry into the workforce as a CAD technician.
Computer Information Systems (A.A.S., A.S.)*† School of Business
Foundations in information resource management, systems analysis and design, and multiple programming languages.
Future Opportunities: employment in public and private businesses as programmers, analysts, technicians and help desk staff or transfer to a four-year degree program in computer or management information systems.
Computer Information Systems: System and Network Administration (A.A.S.)† School of Business
A strong basis in information systems and business with further specialization in programming and scripting, operating systems administration, and network management and administration. Comprehensive preparation for Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certifications.
Future Opportunities: employment as a network and system administrator.
Computer Information Systems: Web Design and WWW Programming (A.A.S.)*† School of Business
A strong basis in information systems and business with further specialization in web design, authoring, development, accessibility and usability, and internet technologies.
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Future Opportunities: employment as a web designer and developer.
Construction (Certificate)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies A one-year program focusing primarily on residential construction: masonry and concrete, framing systems, insulation, sheetrock and interior finishing, plumbing and electrical work; incorporates classroom work and practical laboratories where you will build one to three small buildings.
Future Opportunities: immediate entry into the workforce serving as masons and builders on residential construction and framing crews.
Construction Technology — Building Construction (A.A.S.)†
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies The first two-year program in the country to gain accreditation from the American Council for Construction Education, preparing you to work in the construction industry, performing surveys for construction site layouts, applying proper building codes and preparing drawings for residential and commercial construction projects.
Future Opportunities: employment as a project manager, estimator, construction inspector, expeditor, architectural draftsperson, materials tester and construction supervisor, or continued study toward a bachelor’s degree.
Criminal Investigation (A.A.S.)* School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
A strong academic foundation in investigative techniques, forensic science and evidence collection and analysis. Complements the college’s Criminal Justice A.A.S. degree, concentrating on law, corrections, administration, criminology and community policing, as well as the Forensic Science Studies A.S. degree, preparing graduates for work in a laboratory environment.
Criminal Justice (A.A.S.*† , A.S.) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Preparation for a career in the criminal and juvenile justice systems: law enforcement, investigation, crime prevention and corrections on the federal, state, county or local levels.
Future Opportunities: immediate entry into the workforce or continued study in a criminal justice bachelor’s degree program.
Dental Assisting (Certificate)* School of Health Sciences
Both the Dental Assisting certificate program, for those new to the profession, and the Alternative Dental Assisting Program (ADAP), for those currently working in the field, provide the required education and clinical experience to be eligible for licensure as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in New York State.
Future Opportunities: those who successfully complete the program will be eligible to take the licensure exam for dental assistants.
Dental Hygiene (A.A.S.) School of Health Sciences
A combination of lecture and discussion, laboratory skills and supervised clinical experience, focusing on a dental hygienist’s primary responsibility: to promote optimal health through preventive and educational services.
Future Opportunities: graduates are eligible to take the national boards in Dental Hygiene and the Northeast Regional Board Licensing Exam.
Future Opportunities: immediate entry into workforce as a crime scene technician.
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Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Certificate) School of Health Sciences
Addressing the growing demand for trained and well-educated sonographers, the program offers coursework on campus and internships at regional hospitals, managed care centers and private imaging facilities.
Future Opportunities: graduates are qualified to take the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Certification Examination. Job placement of graduates has been 100 percent.
Digital Marketing (A.A.S.)* School of Business
A focus on the increasingly data-driven world of search engine optimization, web content management and web analytics as they relate to marketing and advertising. Emphasis on critical-thinking skills, effective written and oral communications skills, as well as ethical marketing and business decisions.
Future Opportunities: entry-level positions in social media marketing, search engine marketing, internet marketing, digital advertising, digital content management and web analytics or continued studies toward a bachelor’s degree in marketing.
Digital Media (A.S., Certificate) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Designed for students who wish to develop or enhance the professional skills used in the computerized graphic design and web publishing fields: creation of web-based content, animation, digital design for print media and digital video production. Classes offer a strong foundation in the history, theory and studio practice of digital media, as well as the use of basic software.
Future Opportunities: careers in advertising agencies, design firms, newspapers, magazines, television stations, web and multimedia production companies, retail stores, printers, government agencies and corporate
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in-house art departments, or continued study in a four-year degree program.
Disabilities Studies (Certificate)* School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
For those working or interested in human services, education, teaching, counseling, health and business. Courses provide a solid knowledge base; field experience enables students to develop necessary skills. Course electives address specific areas of interest: mental health, developmental disabilities, alcohol and substance abuse, educational settings or deaf culture.
Future Opportunities: career advancement and positions in an expanding entry-level job market.
Early Childhood (A.A.S.)
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Echocardiography (Certificate) School of Health Sciences
Provides the skills to be a competent entry-level cardiac sonographer: a working knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the heart and its echogenic appearance as presented in a 2-D image as well as scanning techniques. Classes on campus and internships at regional hospitals and private cardiology practices.
Future Opportunities: graduates are qualified to take the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Certification Examination. Job placement has been 100 percent.
Electrical Construction and Maintenance (A.O.S.)†
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies
Offers a broad understanding of the psychological, emotional, intellectual and developmental needs of children. Direct work with children includes student teaching in early childhood settings under the supervision of a college faculty member.
Knowledge and skill in four areas: residential, commercial and industrial installations; transformers; motors and motor control (including programmable logic controllers); and industrial electronics. You will learn about electrical circuits, as well as the theory and mathematics necessary to plan and install electrical systems.
Future Opportunities: employment in an
Future Opportunities: 750 hours
early childhood setting or continued study toward a bachelor’s and master’s degree.
Early Childhood Administration (A.A.S., Certificate*) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
The associate degree, designed for those interested in entering the field of child care administration or opening their own home child care facility, offers students the courses and credits in early childhood administration needed for the Child Program Administrator Credential (CPAC). The certificate program is ideal for those working as assistant directors, directors, program administrators and family child care owners and are seeking to earn the CPAC.
Future Opportunities: graduates will be prepared to submit the required portfolio for the CPAC credential.
of hands-on experience and your choice of employment in multiple fields: construction, manufacturing, utility industry, communications, semiconductor manufacturing and industrial controls.
Electrical Engineering Technology — Electronics (A.A.S.)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies A program designed to meet the demand for employees with electronics skills. You will learn electrical and electronic theories and how to apply those theories in a laboratory setting.
Future Opportunities: entry into a career as an engineering technician, field service representative, quality control technician, test technician, electrical technician, computer technician and field engineer, or transfer to a four-year college or university.
HUDSON VALLEY GRADUATES EARN HIGHER SALARIES THAN ALUMNI OF ANY
OTHER COMMUNITY
COLLEGE IN THE REGION. – U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION COLLEGE SCORECARD
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Electrical Technology: Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology (A.A.S.)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies Classroom education and hands-on instruction in the emerging fields of semiconductor fabrication, micro-electromechanical systems and nanotechnology.
Future Opportunities: entry-level technician roles in the semiconductor and nanotechnology fields as semiconductor processors or nanotechnology technicians.
Emergency Medical Technician — Paramedic (A.A.S., Certificate)† School of Health Sciences
Preparation and skills to interact with and administer emergency medication to critically ill and injured patients in a pre-hospital setting. Separate requirements for applicants seeking certificate and those seeking an associate degree. Graduates are eligible to take the New York State Department of Health and National Registry of EMTs certifying exam at the paramedic level.
Future Opportunities: job placement is nearly 100 percent with fire departments, private ambulance services and rescue organizations.
Engineering Science (A.S.)
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences A rigorous program that parallels the first two years of four-year college programs in various engineering fields and prepares students to transfer to many four-year colleges with junior standing.
Future Opportunities: frequent transfer to top-tier, four-year engineering schools where students choose to study from among numerous engineering sub-specialties: biomedical, chemical, civil, computer, environmental, industrial, materials, mechanical, nanoscale and nuclear.
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Entrepreneurship (A.A.S., Certificate)* School of Business
Gain the entrepreneurial skills to be successful launching or growing a new business. The degree program explores the entrepreneurial mindset, entrepreneurial finance, small business management, marketing, and legal issues for small business owners. Students develop a business plan, ready for financing and implementation, and participate in an internship. The certificate provides those who possess specific technical or innovative abilities with key entrepreneurial and business skills and increases the likelihood of success in creating, designing and launching a successful new business.
Future Opportunities: the ability to pursue any number of small business opportunities. Entrepreneurship, defined as nonfarm proprietary business owners, is on the rise in the United States, and now accounts for more than 20 percent of all jobs.
Environmental Science (A.S.) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
A foundation in the biological, physical and social sciences as well as additional elective courses that explore current, critical environmental issues: meeting energy needs in a clean and safe manner; reducing, reusing and disposing of wastes; developing more effective agricultural practices, among many others. The curriculum integrates theoretical concepts, policy analysis, laboratory experience and hands-on field studies.
Future Opportunities: continued study in the field of environmental science/studies in order to ultimately pursue a related career. Forest Technology: Students interested in Forest Technology should enroll in the Environmental Science program for the first year of study and then transfer to SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Ranger School campus for the second year of the program.
Exercise Science (A.S.)
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences An effective blend of classroom instruction and practical experience in athletic training, exercise science/nutrition, kinesiology, sports medicine or occupational therapy — along with the preparation to take certification exams from a variety of nationally recognized fitness associations.
Future Opportunities: transfer opportunities to continue study toward a bachelor’s degree. Graduates of four-year programs in exercise science may pursue midlevel jobs in training, strength coaching and corporate wellness; entry-level positions in the health care field as an exercise physiologist in cardiac rehab or clinical exercise specialist; or additional training for fields like occupational therapy and athletic training.
Fine Arts (A.S.)
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences Coursework and intensive hands-on learning to develop growth of technical skills and explore conceptual issues in the fine arts: design, drawing, painting, photography, art history and electronic arts. You will have extensive access to college studios, darkrooms, galleries and art facilities.
Future Opportunities: the foundation and confidence to transfer to a four-year college to pursue a bachelor’s degree and beyond.
Fitness Specialist (Certificate) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art exercise physiology lab, with placement in local health clubs and fitness facilities, to prepare you to find or build upon a career in the growing fitness industry. Those wishing to begin their own fitness/personal training business can also benefit from elective courses in entrepreneurship and sports management. The program provides the foundational knowledge to sit for professional examinations.
Future Opportunities: entry into a career in the fitness field or enhancement of knowledge and skills for those already working in the field. Forensic Science Studies (A.S.) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
An interdisciplinary approach, involving work in the laboratory and classroom, teaching students to apply scientific principles to physical evidence in order to help investigators either exonerate or link a suspect to a crime.
Future Opportunities: transfer to a fouryear college to pursue a bachelor’s degree in forensic science.
Health and Wellness Studies (A.S.) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Designed for students who wish to start a path toward a four-year degree in health education, community health, health and wellness or other associated degrees. Students may also pair the degree with the college’s Worksite Health Promotion certificate program to prepare for a career in corporate health and wellness.
Future Opportunities: students who continue on to complete a four-year degree may pursue careers as elementary health education specialists; high school health educators; junior high school health educators; prevention specialists in school district or community; district health education coordinators; public health educators; or corporate wellness/prevention coordinators.
Health Information Management and Technology (A.A.S.)* School of Business
A comprehensive overview of the tasks related to one of the fastest-growing career fields in the country. Course content focuses on ethics, security, collaboration and the specialized skills needed in the technical health field.
Future Opportunities: entry level position as a medical office assistant, a health information technician, medical coding specialist and/or a health insurance billing specialist with employment
opportunities in hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, government agencies and HMOs.
Health Sciences (Certificate) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Coursework in the basic sciences, along with a concentration in one of the health science areas, to prepare you for entry into the health science field.
Future Opportunities: continued study in one of our Health Science programs, transfer to a four-year institution, entry-level positions within the field, such as home health care aide, health care administrative assistant, emergency medical technician, phlebotomist or EKG technician.
Heating/Air Conditioning/ Refrigeration Technical Services (A.O.S.)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies The knowledge and practical skills needed to enter the HVAC/R industry immediately upon graduation: design, installation and service of commercial and residential heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
Future Opportunities: frequent job placement prior to graduating with commercial service companies, residential and commercial installation contractors, hospitals, sales companies, government agencies and schools as installers and service technicians, and to conduct research and testing. Positions include air conditioner or furnace gas appliance mechanic, air conditioning service technician, air conditioning specialist/technician and HVAC/R sales representative.
Human Services (A.S.)†
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences A challenging program that educates you to assist people with social, behavioral or mental health problems.
Future Opportunities: a 95 to 100 percent job placement rate as counselors, therapy aides, advocates, program assistants, supervisors and agency executives at social service agencies, child and family care centers, county agencies,
youth centers and senior citizens centers. A significant percentage of graduates also pursue bachelor’s degrees in social work, psychology, sociology, public policy or creative arts therapy.
Individual Studies (A.A. or A.S.)*† School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
An ideal degree choice for those seeking a flexible curriculum for transfer/career needs. Coursework can be selected from a wide range of offerings to meet general education requirements for transfer to four-year schools or form a specific concentration for entry into the workforce. Leads to either an Associate in Arts or an Associate in Science degree, depending on the emphasis of your courses.
Future Opportunities: a wide variety of career and transfer opportunities.
Invasive Cardiovascular Technology (A.A.S.) School of Health Sciences
Coursework and hands-on clinical experience in the field of cardiac catheterization, preparing graduates with the knowledge, skills and behavior to become competent invasive cardiovascular technologists.
Future Opportunities: qualification to sit for the National Registry Exam, administered by Cardiovascular Credentialing International. Job placement as an invasive cardiovascular technologist is near 100 percent.
IT Help Desk Support (Certificate)*† School of Business
An intensive immersion in the fundamentals of contemporary and emergent computing technologies, hardware and software support, business analytics, database management systems, programming and logic, networking, web design, and computing and information security.
Future Opportunities: immediate entrance into the workforce in the information technology field as a computer support specialist or help desk support technician.
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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Adolescent Education (A.S.) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
programs at SUNY four-year colleges and universities. These advisement tracks parallel the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program:
An exploration of the fundamentals of classroom education in grades 7-12 in several subject areas: English, Social Studies/History, Math, Biology, Earth Science and Physics.
– Art History and Gallery Studies
Future Opportunities: transfer to a four-
– English
year institution for those who wish to pursue a career as a certified public school teacher in grades 7-12.
Liberal Arts and Science: Humanities and Social Science (A.A.)*† School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
This liberal arts transfer program emphasizes a breadth of knowledge. You will take courses in several different fields to assist your selection of a specific area of study at your transfer institution.
Future Opportunities: the program has an excellent transfer reputation with four-year private and public institutions across the country where students generally pursue behavioral and social sciences, communication, foreign studies, journalism, political science, psychology, sociology, history and English. SUNY Advisement Tracks: The following curriculum advisement tracks have been created to help students transfer seamlessly to associated
– Communication (Media) – Communication (Non-Media) – History – Political Science – Psychology Humanities and Social Science HonorScholar Program: Highly motivated students have the ability to become HonorScholars, allowing access to honors-level, seminar-style coursework.
Liberal Arts and Science: Mathematics and Science (A.S.) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
A program for students interested in transferring to a four-year institution in mathematics, computer science or education. Students will consult with an advisor to select their electives on the basis of their ultimate goal and academic background.
Future Opportunities: the program has an excellent transfer reputation with four-year private and public institutions across the country where students generally pursue mathematics,
physics, actuarial science, computer applications, teaching, statistics, astronomy, meteorology, premedicine or pharmacy. Mathematics and Science HonorScholar Program: Highly motivated students may be able to take part in the HonorScholar Program, allowing access to honors-level, seminar-style coursework.
Mechanical Engineering Technology (A.A.S.)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies Practical, hands-on experience in system design, and the production, installation and monitoring of products. You will learn how and why a system or mechanism works by studying materials, strength of materials, machine design, computeraided drafting (CAD) and microcomputer applications.
Future Opportunities: entrance into the workforce as a mechanical engineering technician or transfer to a four-year college to pursue a bachelor’s degree.
Mechatronics (A.A.S.)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies A multidisciplinary program for students whose interests lie in the use of computers and control systems used in many high-tech industries. Hands-on learning of technical skills needed to support installation, maintenance, repair,
calibration and troubleshooting of control circuity and machine-to-machine networks that enable machines to control and monitor other machines.
Future Opportunities: employment in positions as manufacturing or maintenance technicians, inspectors, testers or process control technicians, or transfer to a four-year college or university for a bachelor’s degree.
Mortuary Science (A.A.S.) School of Health Sciences
A foundational education for a career as a modern funeral service practitioner; balances the many aspects of funeral service and educates you to serve a professional role as caretaker of the dead and caregiver for the living in bereavement support.
Future Opportunities: qualification to sit for the National Board Examination and/or the individual State Board Examination.
Nursing (A.A.S.)†
School of Health Sciences A part-time (four year) or full-time (two year) program that prepares you to serve the health needs of individuals and groups in a variety of community health care settings. Students are involved in lecture and discussion classes, as well as independent learning experiences.
Future Opportunities: eligibility to take the National Comprehensive Licensing
Examination in Nursing for Registered Nurses (RN). Job placement has been 100 percent in hospitals, nursing facilities, nursing homes and doctors’ offices.
Overhead Electric Line Worker (Certificate)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies A 36-credit certificate program to train students for employment with electric utility companies.
Future Opportunities: immediate entrance into the utility workforce. To fill their growing workforce needs, utilities are looking for employees who have completed technical training at the community college level to handle the increased technical challenges they face in overhead electric line work.
Photovoltaic Installation (Certificate)† School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies A 21-credit-hour program including courses in basic electricity, residential and commercial construction wiring, and photovoltaic theory and practice.
Future Opportunities: preparation to take a certification exam in the photovoltaic field and enter the growing industry of solar panel installation and maintenance.
Physical Education Studies (A.A.) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
A foundation of liberal arts and physical education courses that can prepare graduates for transfer to a four-year institution as a junior in pursuit of a physical education bachelor’s degree.
Future Opportunities: transfer opportunities to four-year programs: physical education, health and wellness, exercise science, kinesiology or sports medicine. Graduates can pursue a number of careers related to fitness and recreation.
Physical Sciences (A.S.)
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences A transfer-based program for students who wish to pursue advanced degrees in chemistry, physics or earth science. Coursework emphasizes hands-on laboratory experience that integrates theoretical concepts with practical applications. Curriculum includes core courses in the physical sciences as well as additional electives that meet general education requirements for the liberal arts. Three separate tracks are available: chemistry, earth science and physics.
Future Opportunities: entrance into bachelor’s degree programs in physics, astronomy, chemistry, biochemistry, atmospheric science, meteorology and geology.
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Polysomnography (A.A.S.) School of Health Sciences
Preparation to work in the field of polysomnography or electroencephalography diagnostic testing. Polysomnography is an allied health specialty that deals with the diagnostic evaluation and management of patients with neurological and sleep abnormalities.
Future Opportunities: immediate entrance into a growing field in health science. Job opportunities for sleep technologists may be found in sleep labs and electroencephalogram (EEG) departments, hospitals or physicians’ offices.
Public Administration Studies (A.A.S.)*† School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
A program designed for both recent high school graduates and for current public sector employees who wish to work toward a degree or advance to other positions within government. Learn the skills necessary to fill a broad range of professional and paraprofessional positions found in federal, state, county and municipal governments.
Future Opportunities: entrance into public service and public policy careers in the field of public administration, including criminal justice, political science, computer information systems, animal policy, law or health care, or continued study at a four-year college or university.
Radiologic Technology (A.A.S.) School of Health Sciences
A program coordinating academic study with clinical experience to train students in the diagnostic uses of radiation. Graduates are eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies Exam to qualify for a New York State license.
Future Opportunities: continued study in the Diagnostic Sonography or Echocardiography one-year certificate programs, or transfer to four-year colleges. Employment may be found in hospitals, diagnostic imaging centers, health maintenance organizations, clinics and physicians’ offices.
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Respiratory Care (A.A.S.) School of Health Sciences
Training to help you care for patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system and conditions brought on by shock, trauma or post-operative surgical complications. Graduates are qualified to take the National Board for Respiratory Care Entry Level and Advanced Practitioner exams to qualify for a New York State license. The program is a cooperative educational endeavor with Albany Medical Center Hospital.
Future Opportunities: positions as respiratory therapists working in hospitals, rehabilitation agencies, nursing homes, emergency transport teams, sleep centers, pulmonary function laboratories, outpatient clinics and physicians’ offices.
Semiconductor Technology (Certificate+)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies Highly specialized training in semiconductor and nanotechnology, digital electronics, electromechanical devices, semiconductor manufacturing and the nanofabrication processes. The certificate program is for students who have already completed a large number of college-level courses in mathematics, electricity and electronics. + The college also offers a two-year associate degree in Electrical Technology: Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology for those students who may not have the prerequisites to enter the certificate program.
Future Opportunities: entry-level technician roles in the semiconductor and nanotechnology field as semiconductor processors or nanotechnology technicians.
Special Education Assistant (Certificate)*
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences Designed to prepare students with the required coursework for a successful career as a teaching assistant/paraprofessional in the field of special
education. Fulfills requirements for New York State Level II and III Teaching Assistant certificates.
Future Opportunities: position as a teaching assistant or paraprofessional in child development and child care centers, public and private schools K-12, agencies or centers that serve individuals with special needs; positions as a direct support assistant (DSA) for persons with developmental disabilities; or continued study toward an associate degree at the college.
Surgical Technology (Certificate, A.A.S.) School of Health Sciences
Offered as both a degree and certificate, this program prepares you with the skills to become a surgical technologist: preparing operating rooms, arranging equipment and helping surgeons during a range of surgical procedures, being responsible for ensuring aseptic conditions in the operating room, as well as cleaning and preparing all instruments that might be needed in an operation. Graduates are eligible to take the Certified Surgical Technology Exam through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
Future Opportunities: a career as a professional member of a surgical team in a position that is growing in demand. Teaching Assistant (Certificate)* School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
The foundation to work as a teaching assistant in public and private schools, providing direct instructional support to students under the supervision of a licensed teacher. All teaching assistants in New York State are required to obtain certification, which this program fulfills. Coursework in the program also may be applied directly to the Early Childhood associate degree program at the college.
Future Opportunities: immediate employment as a teaching assistant in public and private schools.
Telecommunications Technology — Verizon (A.A.S.)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies A program open to Verizon employees who are either IBEW or CWA members.
Future Opportunities: positions as field service representatives, electromechanical assembly technicians, quality control technicians, system field support technicians, test technicians, electrical technicians-dynamics testing, field engineers and service technicians.
Theatre Arts (A.S.)
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences A broad-based foundation in the theatre arts with exposure to applications and theories of stagecraft and the chance to continue studies not only in acting and stagecraft but in related fields as well. Academic topics include acting, voice and movement, historic and contemporary stage theory and practice, theatrical design, stage management and technical theatre.
Future Opportunities: transfer opportunities with articulation agreements in place with several colleges and universities.
Wind Technician (Certificate)
School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies A certificate program aimed at students who have completed the Electrical Construction and Maintenance A.O.S. degree and need
additional specialized skills to enter the wind turbine industry. Learning focuses on component systems, electrical elements, assembly, operation and maintenance of wind turbines.
Future Opportunities: positions as part of a wind turbine installation crew performing warranty maintenance, or as operation and maintenance technicians doing routine scheduled maintenance and troubleshooting.
Key to degrees earned: A.A. = Associate in Arts A.S. = Associate in Science A.A.S. = Associate in Applied Science A.O.S. = Associate in Occupational Studies Key to other notations:
Worksite Health Promotion (Certificate) School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
A program designed for those who want to motivate individuals toward a healthy and wellness-oriented lifestyle. The certificate covers nutrition, exercise training concepts, weight management, stress reduction and other topics that provide a foundation for those who are interested in working in wellness promotion. Coursework will increase your knowledge in the areas of fitness, nutrition, and overall health promotion and disease prevention.
† = Program can be completed by attending entirely in the evening * = Program online Some online courses have required on-campus labs and/or proctored exams. With careful planning and by speaking with an advisor, most of the degrees indicated above can be completed totally online.
Future Opportunities: ability to create and sustain a workplace health promotion program. As employee workout centers and wellness classes become part of many corporate and organizational cultures, qualified health promotion professionals are needed to create, operate and oversee such programs.
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Cost and aid: Afford yourself the opportunities Hudson Valley can save you more than $18,000 a year compared to four-year colleges in the Capital Region. Annual tuition is $4,300 for New York State residents, and 84% of our students graduate with less than $5,000 of debt. Financial aid is available, and our helpful counselors will assist you in getting the aid you need: federal and state grants
loans
scholarships
on-campus employment
Your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) forms can be completed right on campus in the financial aid lab.
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