Apprenticeship - Sound and Communication
Program Description
The Sound and Communication Installer program is offered in partnership with the Northern California Sound and Communication Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. This 3-year registered apprenticeship program provides students with supplemental in-class and online instructions and paid on-the-job training. The students learn how to install and service sound and communication systems, to include voice systems, data systems, video systems, fire alarm systems, intrusion systems, access control systems, data networking systems, audio visual systems, and cabling systems. It is an evolving field with exciting growth potential.
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Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to work on sound and communication systems, to include voice systems, data systems, video systems, fire alarm systems, intrusion systems, access control systems, data networking systems, and cabling systems.
Career Opportunities
Upon completion of the program, the students will be eligible to receive a Certificate of Achievement in Sound and Communication Installer from Foothill College, an Apprenticeship Completion Certificate from the California Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS), a Completion Certificate from the Department of Labor (DOL), a Completion Certificate from the Electrical Training Alliance (etA), and continued employment as a sound and communication installer. Depending on the student's career interest, graduates may find future career growth opportunities as sound and communication technician, senior technician, foreman/supervisor, instructor, or training coordinator.
Award Type(s)
- CA = Certificate of Achievement
Units Required
- Certificate(s): 24
Certificate Requirements
Certificate of Achievement in Sound and Communication Installer
- Units: 24
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| APSC 111 | JOB INFORMATION, SAFETY, TEST INSTRUMENTS, STRUCTURED CABLING, FIBER OPTICS | 4 |
| APSC 112 | CODES & PRACTICES, CONNECTORS & RACEWAYS, BLUEPRINT READING, DC THEORY | 4 |
| APSC 121 | AC THEORY, MASTER CLOCK, NURSE CALL, COMPUTER LITERACY | 4 |
| APSC 122 | FIRE ALARM, PAGING, EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION, MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS | 4 |
| APSC 131 | VDV/FIRE LIFE SAFETY PREP, NETWORKING, CCTV, CATV & DAS | 4 |
| APSC 132 | SECURITY SYSTEMS, AUDIO-VISUAL | 4 |
| Total Units | 24 | |
Currently offered at: Northern California.