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Orange Coast College POLYSOMNOGRAPHIC TECHNOLOGY AS DEGREE (CONTINUED) Program Major Units 51.5 General Education Breadth for AS Degree 12* Total Degree Units 63.5 *BIOL A221 and HMDV A180 in program double count towards General Education Breadth. Polysomnographic Technology Suggested Electives: Interpersonal Communication CMST Ethics PHIL/RLST Conceptual Physics PHYS Abnormal Psychology PSYC Statistics for Behavioral Sciences PSYC A100 A120 A110 A255 A160 3 3 3 3 4 PROFESSIONAL MARINER SECOND SEMESTER Marine Basic Safety Training Yachtkeeping and Engine Maintenance Maritime Environment Restricted Elective MARA A153 MARA A154 MARA A156 (see list) 4 2 2 3-5 Subtotal 11-13 Total Units 19-21 Professional Mariner Restricted Electives - Select three to five (3-5) units from the following: Any Foreign Language 4-5 Personal Financial Success BUS A120 3 Cultural Foods FN A185 2 Personal Health HLED A100 3 Fitness Programs 1 KIN A107 .5-3 Strength and Conditioning KIN A108 .5-3 Swimming for Fitness - Level 1 KIN A131 1-2 Personal Leadership LEAD A180 3 Introduction to Sailing MARA A136 1 Introduction to Keel Boats MARA A137 1 Introduction to Ocean Sailing MARA A138 1 Radar Observer MARA A157 2 *Professional Mariner Internship and Lecture MARA A200 & A201 3 Any Marine Science 1-3 *Courses must be taken concurrently PROFESSIONAL MARINER PROFESSIONAL MARINER CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE Curriculum includes career path identification and job search preparation in the maritime industry, maritime environment, seamanship, marine safety, boat handling, navigation, and boat maintenance. In addition to lecture, most courses include hands-on practical exercises. The Professional Mariner degree prepares students for careers in the maritime industry in Southern California and around the world in private or commercial vessel operations: large private yachts, charter yachts, cruise ships, passenger ferries, sport fishing, commercial fishing, whale watching, dive boats, supply vessels, work boats, tug boats, and commercial shipping. These vessels must operate with qualified crew so the curriculum for the Orange Coast College Professional Mariner program was developed with guidance from an Advisory Council of maritime industry professionals who ranked skills and knowledge that they require in their deck crew. Upon completion of the program, there are employment opportunities with competitive salary. Students must be able to swim 50 yards and tread water for 10 minutes. Previous boating experience is advantageous but not required. Facility fees will be charged. Students are required to obtain a grade of “C” or better in all required courses. Program Outcomes 1. 2. Identify maritime career paths along with required U.S. Coast Guard licensing requirements. 3. Demonstrate safe operation and maintenance of vessels. 4. Students must be able to swim 50 yards and tread water for 10 minutes. Previous boating experience is advantageous but not required. Facility fees will be charged. Communicate verbally and in writing in a clear manner and with correct nautical protocol. Demonstrate prevention and safety response in First Aid, Personal Survival and Social Responsibility at sea, as well as fire prevention and response. Students are required to obtain a grade of “C” or better in all required courses. Program Outcomes 1. Communicate verbally and in writing in a clear manner and with correct nautical protocol. 2. Identify maritime career paths along with required U.S. Coast Guard licensing requirements. 3. Demonstrate safe operation and maintenance of vessels. 4. Demonstrate prevention and safety response in First Aid, Personal Survival and Social Responsibility at sea, as well as fire prevention and response. Course Units FIRST SEMESTER Coastal Navigation Maritime Industry Boat Handling and Seamanship 136 MARA MARA MARA A150 A151 A152 3 2 3 Subtotal 8 Continued on next page