Degrees & Certificates

This A.A. is designed as a University Preparation, Emphasis in Language Studies. The University Preparation degree, distinctive of the University Preparation "pathway," is designed to prepare you for transfer to a California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC) campus. While completion of this program does not guarantee admission to a specific college or university, it allows you to complete preparatory courses that may apply toward the area of study in which you plan to major at your targeted transfer university, and to complete general education requirements required by CSU and UC for bachelor's (baccalaureate) degree. It entails an interdisciplinary approach to learning that will allow you to simultaneously meet your unique transfer goals and fulfill lower division requirements for bachelor's degree at many CSU or UC institutions. You will do this by completing a rigorous general education experience with the Cal-GETC general education pattern, in addition to completing an emphasis in a particular field or program. How does it work? Each emphasis has been crafted to help you prepare for upper-division coursework in a baccalaureate major at a four-year university. By fulfilling the requirements of the MJC emphasis, you will also be completing some or all lower division preparation for baccalaureate major at the university. ASSIST (www.assist.org) is a statewide database of recorded transfer agreements between community colleges and universities. You are advised to use ASSIST in selecting courses from the emphasis to ensure that the coursework applies to your baccalaureate major. University Preparation with Emphasis Prepare for transfer with some majors at MJC. Not every program at MJC offers a degree designed for transfer-oriented students. However, many programs do offer AA or AS majors which function like the emphasis for transfer-oriented students. Those majors are included on the following pages to help you make the right decision when determining the best transfer-oriented path of study.

The Associate in Arts in Law, Public Policy, and Society for Transfer (AA-T) degree is designed to provide a pathway for transfer to a CSU in majors such as American Studies, Criminal Justice, Communication Studies, Economics, Global Intelligence and National Security, International Relations, Philosophy, and related majors in the fields of law and public policy. This interdisciplinary area of emphasis emphasizes the development of communication skills, introduces students to foundations of law and public policy in society, and prepares students for further study in a variety of majors. This degree coursework is good preparation for students who want to attend law school upon completion of a bachelor’s degree. Students who complete more advanced degrees in these areas are preparing for careers in government, politics, and public offices within public and nonprofit organizations or the private sector. The Associate in Arts in Law, Public Policy, and Society for Transfer Degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary majors in related fields at a California State University campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU System, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

The Certificate of Competency in Learning Strategies: Academic Skills is designed to prepare students with a foundation of compensation strategies for disabilities through use of specialized learning strategies. Completion of this certificate will benefit students in all academic courses and programs.

The A.S. in Logistics and Supply Chain Management offers students a comprehensive general logistics and supply chain foundation for entry level professional jobs in warehouse operations, distribution center operations, inventory control, transportation operations, purchasing, customer service or import/export operations.

The two-semester advanced certificate program is designed to provide students a comprehensive general logistics and supply chain foundation for entry level professional jobs in warehouse operations, distribution center operations, inventory control, transportation operations, purchasing, and customer service or import/export operations.

The Machine Tool Technology award is designed to provide training on manual and computer operated machine tools (CNC). Students will receive instruction on the theory and practice of turning, milling and the use of precision measuring equipment.

The Machine Tool Technology award is designed to provide training on manual and computer operated machine tools (CNC). Students will receive instruction on the theory and practice of turning, milling and the use of precision measuring equipment.

The Machinery Maintenance Apprentice Certificate Program is designed for individuals hired as apprentices by member employers of the Stanislaus County Area Manufacturing and Maintenance Joint Apprenticeship Committee. The program is designed so that an employer hires the apprentice, and the apprentice increases his/her occupational skills and knowledge through On-The-Job Training at the employer site while attending specific college courses approved as related supplemental instruction at Modesto Junior College.

The Machinist Apprentice Certificate Program is designed for individuals hired as apprentices by member employers of the Stanislaus County Area Manufacturing and Maintenance Joint Apprenticeship Committee. The program is designed so that an employer hires the apprentice, and the apprentice increases his/her occupational skills and knowledge through On-The-Job Training at the employer site while attending specific college courses approved as related supplemental instruction at Modesto Junior College.

The Maintenance Machinist award is designed to provide training on manual and computer operated machine tools (CNC). Students will receive instruction on the theory and practice of turning, milling and the use of precision measuring equipment.

The Maintenance Operator award is designed to provide training on manual and computer operated machine tools (CNC). Students will receive instruction on the theory and practice of turning, milling and the use of precision measuring equipment.

The Associate of Science (AS) in Management degree is designed to prepare students for management roles within for-profit and non-profit organizations. The fundamental functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling are emphasized as students learn to efficiently and effectively manage people and processes within small, mid-size, and large companies. Students will study and apply the theory and techniques of problem-solving, communication, leadership, teamwork, quality performance, ethics, and social responsibility to real-world business scenarios.

The Certificate of Achievement in Management is designed to prepare students for management roles within for-profit and non-profit organizations. The fundamental functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling are emphasized as students learn to efficiently and effectively manage people and processes within small, mid-size, and large companies. Students will study and apply the theory and techniques of problem-solving, communication, leadership, teamwork, quality performance, ethics, and social responsibility to real-world business scenarios.

The Manufacturing Technology Program offers an interdisciplinary approach for students preparing for maintenance and repair in food process, facility maintenance and manufacturing industries. The program consists leverages classes in Industrial Agriculture Mechanics, Industrial Electronics, Machine Tool Technology and Welding. The program consists of courses which prepare students for problem solving, repair procedures, shop safety. Successful completion of the program could lead to entry level employment as a Machine Operator, Line Operator, General Maintenance & Repair Technician, Machine Tender, and/or Maintenance Mechanic.

The Associate in Science degree in Marketing is designed to prepare students to enter the business world in the dynamic field of marketing. Students will learn the central role marketing plays in public and private organizations, with emphasis placed on how goods, services, and ideas are developed, priced, promoted, and distributed. All students will attain communication and computer skills essential for success in the business marketing environment. Students are encouraged to select elective courses to enhance skills based on specific career interests.

The Certificate of Achievement in Master Teacher acts as a pathway to various career opportunities in education, State of California permits, Early Intervention Assistant Personnel Competencies for California’s Early Start Program, A.A./A.S. degrees, and transfer to a university. Teachers and administrators of funded child development programs in the State of California must hold permits issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. All certificates align with the permits issued by the State of California, Commission on Teacher Credentialing. To earn a Certificate of Achievement, the student must complete the coursework as indicated. Each course must be completed with a grade of C or better.