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Robotics Summer Camp
July 7 - July 31, 2014 - Monday - Thursday; 9 am - 11:30 am - 3 Week Summer Camp
Learn to think and create like an engineer! In the Pathway Programs Department's Robotics Camp, you will create Lego robots utilizing machine tools and engineering design software. Learn valuable skills, such as, how to creatively team with other students, in addition to valuable and practical skills in Manufacturing Technology, Mathematics, and Engineering.
Introduction to Inventor Design Software Workshop
June 30 - July 18, 2014 - 4 Week Summer Workshop
Students will learn the basic of Inventor, a 3D design software program.
March 3rd - May 29th, 2014 - 3 Week Workshop
In the SolidWorks workshop, students focus on the visualization and creation of 3-D computer generated models and their applications in today's manufacturing industries. Students are instructed in the principles of 3-D modeling using SolidWorks software. Students are taught and have the opportunity to practice strategies and methods used in industry on a daily basis. Students are introduced on a variety of 3-D modeling applications as they are used in industrial and technology, arts, media and entertainment, engineering technology and business career pathways. In addition to developing a working knowledge of 3-D terminology and concepts, each student will learn how to design a "virtual prototype", use a build kit with product specifications (accelerates manufacturing process), and produce a prototype on a rapid prototype machine.
SolidWorks: is 3D mechanical CAD (computer-aided design) program that is used to create 3D models for mechanical design.
Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) fields Conference
March 28, 2014 - Conference
Thanks to a grant received by Southern California Edison Company the Pathway Programs Department at Cerritos College held a STEM Conference for 5th and 6th grade students on March 28, 2014. Students came from different school districts around the local community such as ABC Unified, Downey Unified, Paramount Unified, Norwalk-La Mirada Unified, and Valley Christian Elementary.
2nd Annual Non Traditional Careers for Women
February 21, 2014 - 9:00am - 12:30pm - Conference
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
Lynn Shaw, Professor of Electrical Technology at Long Beach City College (LBCC) and the Founder
and President of the Board of Directors for WINTER (Women In Non Traditional Employment
Roles).
SPEAKERS:
Computer & Information Science (CIS), Engineering, and Plastics/Composites.
DEMONSTRATIONS:
The Laborers Union, Iron Workers 416, SME, and Woodworking
GUESTS:
High School females interested in learning about Non-Traditional Careers
ET 101 - Principles of Engineering Flyer
January 18 - May 18, 2014 - 17 Week Course
The 'Principles of Engineering" course helps students gain a better understanding of the field of engineering. Exploring various technology systems and manufacturing processes help students learn how engineers and technicians use math, science, and technology to benefit society.
ET 103 - Introduction to Engineering Design Flyer
January 14 - May 23, 2014 - 18 Week Course
This 3 unit course introduces students to the design process in engineering technology by the use of activities-based learning, project-based learning, and problem-based learning. Students will learn about: design process, geometric relationship, visualization, technical sketching, modeling & model documentation.
ET 102 - Digital Electronics Flyer
January 14 - May 22, 2014 - 18 Week Course
Digital electronics is a 3 unit engineering course of all modern electronic devices such as cell phones, MP3 players, laptop computers, digital cameras, and high-definition televisions. Students are introduced to the process of combinational and sequential logic design, engineering standards, and technical documentation.
MTT 180 - Computer Integrated Manufacturing Flyer
January 18 - May 17, 2014 - 18 Week Course
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) MTT 180 is a 3 unit engineering course available for high school students. Students will learn: computer numeric control (CNC), creating parts with software and computer toolpaths, setup, operation, and programing of CNC machines, CNC machine simulations and robotics applications.
Non Traditional Careers for Men
October 25, 2013 - Conference
SPEAKERS:
Jude Alcala, Emmy Award Winner, Cerritos College Cosmetology Alumni
GUESTS:
High School males interested in learning about Non-Traditional Careers
Electrical Guitar Building Workshop for High School Students Flyer
September 28, 2013 - May 10, 2014 - Year Long Workshop
Are you interested in learning how to design and build your own guitar? Learn skills in Woodworking, Electrical Components, Machine Operations, and CNC Machining. And you will be about to keep your guitar and learn how to play!
Architecture Design Workshop for High School Students Flyer
September 20 - December 7, 2013 - 12 Week Workshop
Are you interested in drawing and designing? Learn now about Engineering and Architecture, create architectural designs, and use cutting-edge engineering technologies!
September 9, 2013 - March 10, 2014 - Club
Learn to think and create like an engineer! Students will create and build robots using machine tools and engineering design. This club is available to middle school students.
Student learn to create and build LEGO Robotics utilizing machine-tools and engineering design software. Students will also use software to program their robots and compete against other students in the class. Students will work together to reach goals and learn valuable skills vital for manufacturing technology, mathematics, and engineering.
LEGO Robotics: The LEGO Robotics Design System is a robotic kit intended to introduce students as well as adults to the world of robotics. The kit comes with electric motors and a servo, wheels, gears, structural parts, sensors, line tracking, optical shaft encoder, bumper switches, limit switches, light sensors, wheels, tank treads, motors, servos, gears, chain and sprocket sets, extra transmitters and receivers, programming kit, extra metal, pneumatics, and rechargeable battery power packs.
Learning to think and create like an engineer! This was the motto of our students in the Skills USA Robotic Competition! Students created and built robots using machine tools and engineering design in 2012 and 2013. The Robotics competition preparation was also available to middle school students.
How did this happen? Pathway Programs was awarded an Edison Grant in the Fall of 2012, which sponsored the Pathway Programs Robotics Club. The Robotics Club began in October with local middle school students. The program was so popular that we had a waiting list of 30 students wanting to participate and had to increase the number of participants from 24 to 30. The Robotics Club was taught by Julio Guzman, an instructor at Bellflower High School. Our club had students representing all our local K12 school districts.
Mr. Guzman taught students to create and build LEGO robots utilizing machine tools and engineering design software. Students used the software to program their robots to do autonomous movements, and also learned to navigate the robots via the use of controls. Students worked in teams of 2-3 and learned team work, and practical skills in manufacturing technology, mathematics, and engineering technology. Students were able put their skills to the test at the Skills USA competition.
23 students participated in the Skills USA competition held on February 2, 2013 at Los Angeles Trade Tech. Originally we were told they would compete against high school students, however, because we had so many students participating they created a middle school category. The following students placed in the competition:
1st Place:
Mohammed Siddiqui
Aadil Kher
2nd Place:
Jalen Nicolas
John Nicolas
3rd Place:
Xavier Valencia
Jason Gonzalez
The top two teams advanced to the State Skills USA Competition in San Diego. Our middle school students competed in the high school category. The students worked really hard in a few months to prepare for the competition. We were extremely proud of them!
Architectural Design Workshop for Middle School Students Flyer
July 8 - July 18, 2013 - 2 Week Summer Workshop
Do you enjoy drawing/designing as a pastime and would like to make a career out of it? Do you want to become an Architect or want to work in a designing field? Or are you just exploring different career options for your future? This 2 week summer workshop is for middle school students who are interested in a career in architecture, engineering, & design.
Architectural Design Workshop for High School Students Flyer
July 1 - July 26, 2013 - 4 Week Summer Workshop
Do you enjoy drawing/designing as a pastime and would like to make a career out of it? Do you want to become an Architect or want to work in a designing field? Or are you just exploring different career options for your future? This 4 week summer workshop is for high school students who are interested in a career in architecture, engineering, & design.
Robotics Summer Camp 2013 Flyer
July 8 - Aug. 8, 2013 - 4 Week Summer Camp
Learn to think and create like an engineer! In the Pathway Programs Department's Robotics Camp, you will create VEX robots utilizing machine tools and engineering design software. Learn valuable skills, such as, how to creatively team with other students, in addition to valuable and practical skills in Manufacturing Technology, Mathematics, and Engineering.
Not sure what you want to do when you grow up? We can help! We offer workshops to high school and middle school students to help them identify interests, educational goals, and fulfilling careers. Students will explore interests and identify careers that they will find meaningful and fulfilling.
Career Exploration 4 Middle School Students Flyer
July 22-25, 2013 - 4 Day Workshop
Career Exploration & Study Skills Workshop Flyer
July 22-August 1, 2013 - 1 Week Workshop
1st Annual Non-Traditional Careers for Women
4/26/13 at 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
5/15/13 - 1 Day Workshop
The Scriptwriting Workshop is aimed at Junior High and High School students who have great ideas for stories and want to learn the process of developing their ideas into film, comic books, television, music videos, plays, and many more by Scriptwriting.
5/8/13 - 1 Day Workshop
The Storyboarding Workshop is designed to teach Junior High and High School students the fundamentals of Storyboarding. With storyboarding, students are able to organize their artistic projects by brainstorming, placing, and arranging their ideas on storyboards, making their projects visually appealing.
Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) fields Conference
March 22, 2013 - Conference
Thanks to a grant received by Southern California Edison Company the Pathway Programs Department at Cerritos College held a STEM Conference for 5th and 6th grade students on March 22, 2013. Students came from different school districts around the local community such as ABC Unified, Downey Unified, Paramount Unified, Norwalk-La Mirada Unified, and Valley Christian Elementary.
The theme of the conference was "It's not too soon to think about your future in STEM!" The purpose of the conference was to introduce students to the various career pathways available in STEM, as well as to motivate them to pursue STEM courses in middle school and high school, ultimately leading to more STEM college students.
Career Days - Pathway Programs offers high schools and middle schools the opportunity to participate in career days at Cerritos College. As part of Career Day students attend 3-4 faculty run workshops to learn about the various programs and departments on campus. Students have an opportunity to watch a live demonstration of concepts learned in class and ask the faculty members questions. In addition, students receive information on Cerritos College.
If your school or organization is interested in attending a career day, please contact Carla Yorke at (562) 860-2451 Ext. 2484.
Career Speaker Series - The Pathway Programs Department sponsors a Career Speakers Series that focuses on the 15 career pathways (www.whodouwant2b.com). Composed of a panel of various industry professionals, the speakers share their work experience, years of education, their career pathway, and answer questions from the audience. The Career Speakers Series is targeted for middle school and high school students, and their parents. However, the event is open to the general public. Not only do the career speaker series help students and their parents find out more information about various career fields, but it also gives students the opportunity to network with working professionals.
If your organization is interested in hosting a Career Speakers Series event and/or to find out the dates, times and locations, please contact Carla Yorke at (562) 860-2451 Ext. 2484.
Road Trip Nation - is a public television series, grassroots movement, an a virtual online curriculum that encourages Middle School and High School students to explore their interests, different careers, and pathways. The students embark on twelve guided lessons that help them define their own path in life. The lesson plans are broken up into three parts: Exposure, Self-Construction, and a Road trip Project. In the first part, Exposure, students are introduced to new places, people, and ideas. The second section, Self-Construction, takes students on a path to self-discover by having them identify who they are, what they love doing, and aligning their interests and values with the kind of work they would find meaningful and fulfilling. These first two parts culminate in a local Road trip Project, where they will connect with community leaders to find out about the unique paths these individuals took to get to where they are now. Throughout this workshop, students will keep a journal to reflect on the journey they undertake. Road Trip Nation and Cerritos College Pathways are inspiring young students to purse their dreams.
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