Advanced Technical Trades
Interested in technical skills or hands-on training programs?
Diverse Careers, Real Possibilities
The Advanced Technical Trades pathway is designed for students who are interested in careers such as automotive and autobody technology; cosmetology; welding technology; air conditioning and refrigeration; culinary arts; applied digital media; printing; or film, television and video production.Explore Our pathways
CE
Certificate
AS
Associate in Science
AA
Associate in Arts
ADT
Associate Degree for Transfer
Online Options Available
CE
Building Automation Control
AS
Building Energy Systems Professional in HVAC Technology
CE
Building Inspection Technology
AS
CE
HVAC Commercial Technology
AS
CE
HVAC Residential Technology
CE
Residential Installation
AS
CE
AS
CE
Automotive Hybrid and Electrical Vehicle
AS
CE
Automotive Refinishing and Paint
AS
CE
Automotive Technology Collision Repair
AS
CE
Automotive Technology-Automotive Trim & Upholstery
AS
CE
Automotive Technology-Electrical
AS
CE
Auto Technology - Mechanical
CE
CE
Barbering Concepts
CE
Cosmetology Instructor Training
CE
Hairstyling Concepts
AS
CE
Entrepreneurial Concentration
AS
CE
Management and Supervision Concentration
AS
CE
Explore, While Staying on Track
Students entering the Advanced Technical Trades program are encouraged to choose certain courses for your first 19 units.
| Advanced Technical Trade Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| ENG 1A/1AH (*91 - May vary based on placement) | 4 (*6) |
| COM 1/1H or 9/9H | 3 |
| CIS 1A or BUS 10 | 3 |
| Plus two major courses from below | 6 |
| Air Conditioning - AIR 61A, 64A | Automotive - AUB 50 or AUT 50 |
| Applied Digital-Media - ADM 1, 71A | Welding - WEL 65A, 75A |
| Total units | 16-18 |
*Students are qualified to take transfer-level Math and English or academic ESL in the first year at RCC
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Advanced Technical Trades, Business and Information Systems, and Education and Teacher Preparation Engagement Center
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Tech A Building Room 121
(951) 222-8624
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Career Center and Transfer Center
Dr. Charles A. Kane Student Services and Administration Building
First Floor
(951) 222-8446
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Dr. Charles A. Kane Student Services and Administration Building
First Floor
(951) 222-8446
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