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Need (Statement of Problem) ............................................................................ 1-4 Response to Need .......................................................................................... 5-8 Program Management/Institutional Commitment ............................................ 9-10 Identified Resources...................................................................................... 11-12

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Application Signature Page ................................................................. 13

BA Pilot Program Application - Automotive Management - Rio Hondo College School District

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NEED

a) Program Description

Rio Hondo College proposes to offer a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Automotive Technology that will build on our college’s existing Associate of Science (A.S.) degree program in Automotive Technology. Our current program—which is well aligned with the automotive industry both regionally and nationally—provides a solid foundation for the development of the new B.S. program.

Based on input from valued industry partners and members of our Automotive Technology Advisory Committee over the past ten years, successful candidates for employment within organizations requiring a baccalaureate degree in this field need high level Automotive Technology skills and knowledge. Graduates need to be technically competent and possess strong interpersonal skills, such as the ability to communicate effectively, solve problems, work in teams, and pursue continued professional development. The primary goal of the proposed Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology Degree (ATD) is to provide the automotive industry with employees with these skills. Specific objectives are 1) to graduate students who are ready for employment in the rapidly-evolving automotive/transportation field in technical, management, and professional occupations; 2) to expand the available curriculum in Automotive Technology, especially by integrating sector technology advances into the curriculum on an ongoing basis; 3) to serve an increasing number of underserved students and; 4) to apply supportive policies that help students achieve degree completion more efficiently.

Graduates from Rio Hondo’s ATD program will demonstrate a balance of technical and managerial knowledge. They will be able to apply business practices, information technology, and other technical skills necessary to lead and effectively participate in interdisciplinary teams in the Automotive Technology field. They will display a cooperative and inquisitive spirit that supports the desire to pursue lifelong learning and enables them to adapt to contemporary issues in the workplace, which will help advance the goals of their organizations.

Rio Hondo’s proposed ATD will target graduates of accredited community colleges who have earned an A.A. or A.S. degree, or equivalent, in Automotive Technology, Heavy Equipment Technology, Industrial Technology, Business Administration, Communications Studies, Engineering Technology, Energy Systems, Environmental Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or related studies. The ATD program will include two career tracks, representing distinct areas of emphasis:

Automotive Management and Marketing (Entrepreneurship) Automotive Technical

Both career tracks are designed as part of a 2+2 program that will build on either the aforementioned associate’s degree or a degree from an accredited college or university. Under both scenarios, graduates will be admitted to the ATD program as third-year juniors to complete the baccalaureate degree within two years.

In addition to two separate career tracks, students will be able to choose from two pathways leading to completion of the ATD. The first is for traditional full-time students. A proposed second pathway is designed for working professionals to complete the course of study while fulfilling current personal and professional


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responsibilities. Regardless of which career track or completion pathway is selected, the program will feature industry-focused, real world learning. Upper division classes (300-400 level) will be limited to enrollment of no more than 20 students to ensure personal attention and promote a collaborative team spirit.

The proposed ATD program will not only focus on operational and financial aspects of the subject area, but will also promote students’ personal development and leadership skills. ATD graduates will be well positioned to move into managerial, technical, or related senior positions. They will be prepared to start their own businesses in a variety of transportation-related industries, including vehicle manufacturers, transportation, equipment part suppliers, component manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), vehicle and equipment suppliers, and dealers. Career opportunities will include technical and business management for sales, service, parts, advanced technology vehicle research and support, finance, warranty administration, field technical specialists, and customer service positions.

Students will receive training in various business, management and technical courses, such as Managerial Accounting, Leadership, Marketing, Advanced Vehicle Systems Design and Performance. Other courses will emphasize soft skills, such as communication, business & technical writing, and human relations. The upper division courses are being developed under the California State University (CSU) upper division content and rigor guidelines. Courses will be taught by graduate (at least Master’s) level faculty members who have broad industry experience along with appropriate credentials in their fields of expertise. Both career tracks (entrepreneurial or technical) will include project assignments, including a capstone Senior Project/Directed Studies course in the student’s area of emphasis. Courses will be scheduled both during day and evening, with some distance learning options available. However, most upper division, discipline-specific courses will be offered in the evening to better serve the needs of working professionals.

b) College and District Demographics, Characteristics, and Enrollment Data Rio Hondo Community College District (RHCCD) is a single-college district

whose campus is located at the junction of two distinct regions in southeastern Los Angeles County. To the north is the San Gabriel Valley; to the south are some of the “Gateway Cities” of southeast Los Angeles County. Rio Hondo College is fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) as part of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

During the 2012-2013 academic year, Rio Hondo College had a Fall headcount of more than 18,000 and annual headcount of over 27,400. The number of Full-Time Equivalent Students (FTES) was 13,207. At present, 55.8% of Rio Hondo’s students are male, and 67.2% are Hispanic (10.2 % White; 8.1% Asian; 2.2% African-American).

The combined population of the seven communities served by the District is 380,783 (2010 census). Within the service area, the primary ethnic identification is Hispanic. Each of the seven communities is well below the statewide figure for persons with bachelor’s degrees (30.5%), ranging from a low of 7.9% in Pico Rivera to a high of 24.5% in Whittier. A total of eleven school districts serve K-12 students within RHCCD’s boundaries. The high graduation rate among Rio Hondo’s primary feeder high schools—near, or above, 90%—will assure a sustainable pipeline of ATD program candidates. The predominantly Hispanic student population at Rio Hondo and in the


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community directly aligns with the objective to serve underserved students through the proposed baccalaureate program. Furthermore, the rate of bachelor’s degrees throughout communities served by the District—well below the state average—suggests an under-served population with less-than-adequate access to four-year degrees.

c) Demand and Necessity for Four-Year Program Transportation, highway, mass transit, rail, and aviation systems are vital to Rio

Hondo’s regional economy. Southern California is also a major center of design, technical and marketing firms for automotive and related industries from all over the world. The Los Angeles/Orange County region is the North American home for nearly all of the Asian automakers, including Toyota/Lexus, Honda/Acura, Mazda, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Kia, and Hyundai. Research and design/development companies include the above listed manufacturers, plus BMW, Ford, GM, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, and Volvo. Corporate headquarters and division offices generate a significant number of white-collar jobs—an employment demand which the ATD program will help address.

Many specialty/aftermarket equipment firms have also located in the region, including more than 400 other independent new and aftermarket parts manufacturers. The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA)—the trade group for aftermarket firms—is based in nearby Diamond Bar. Auto manufacturing and wholesale industries in the Southern California region represent more than 300 establishments with over 10,000 employees. In the Los Angeles/Orange County region, more than 3,000 vehicle dealerships employ more than 60,000 individuals. Automotive support industries—including auto parts and tire dealers, and auto service and repair/maintenance companies—consist of over 8,000 establishments with more than 50,000 employees. The region’s strong base of automotive and transportation related industries offer promising employment opportunities for graduates of Rio Hondo’s ATD program.

d) Regional LMI Data and Gaps Southern California is the center of a variety of automotive/transportation related

industries due, in part, to its unique infrastructure offering seaports for importing, rail heads, commercial air transportation hubs, and a freeway culture. As the table below indicates, nearly 15,000 automotive/ transportation establishments in Southern California employ over 159,000 persons

These establishments require leaders, managers, and increasingly sophisticated technicians with the types of applied skills and competencies that may be obtained from Rio Hondo’s Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology Degree (ATD) program.

Industry Number of Establishments Average Employment

Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers Total 3,076 59,759

Gasoline Stations Total 1,769 15,365

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing Total 17 302

Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Mfg Total 46 1,915

Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing Total 262 7,118

Motor Vehicle/Part Merchant Wholesalers Total 1,246 17,695

Other Motor Vehicle Dealers Total 266 3,188

Auto Parts, Accessories, and Tire Stores Total 1,824 15,820

Automotive Repair and Maintenance Total 6,065 38,478

Grand Total 14,571 159,640


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SOC DescriptionMedian Annual

EarningsTypical Entry Level Education

11-1011 Chief Executives $169,005 Bachelor's degree11-1021 General and Operations Managers $104,319 Bachelor's degree11-2011 Advertising and Promotions Managers $114,773 Bachelor's degree11-2021 Marketing Managers $124,376 Bachelor's degree11-2022 Sales Managers $110,741 Bachelor's degree11-2031 Public Relations and Fundraising Managers $97,448 Bachelor's degree11-3011 Administrative Services Managers $88,854 Bachelor's degree11-3021 Computer and Information Systems Managers $134,149 Bachelor's degree11-3031 Financial Managers $124,132 Bachelor's degree11-3051 Industrial Production Managers $94,806 Bachelor's degree11-3061 Purchasing Managers $105,277 Bachelor's degree11-3111 Compensation and Benefits Managers $111,890 Bachelor's degree11-3121 Human Resources Managers $104,541 Bachelor's degree11-3131 Training and Development Managers $107,985 Bachelor's degree13-1041 Compliance Officers $73,920 Bachelor's degree13-1051 Cost Estimators $62,047 Bachelor's degree13-1071 Human Resources Specialists $60,866 Bachelor's degree13-1111 Management Analysts $73,778 Bachelor's degree13-1151 Training and Development Specialists $59,920 Bachelor's degree13-1161 Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $61,603 Bachelor's degree13-2011 Accountants and Auditors $67,711 Bachelor's degree13-2031 Budget Analysts $77,867 Bachelor's degree13-2041 Credit Analysts $68,969 Bachelor's degree13-2051 Financial Analysts $87,271 Bachelor's degree13-2052 Personal Financial Advisors $71,083 Bachelor's degree13-2053 Insurance Underwriters $70,176 Bachelor's degree13-2061 Financial Examiners $73,311 Bachelor's degree13-2071 Credit Counselors $44,484 Bachelor's degree13-2072 Loan Officers $76,381 Bachelor's degreeSource: QCEW Employees, Non-QCEW Employees & Self-Employed - EMSI 2014.3 Class of Worker* Change means job growth or job loss

EMSI data supplied by the CCCCO Center of Excellence for Los Angeles regional automotive industry-related enterprises (including vehicle manufacturers, replacement and aftermarket parts manufacturers and suppliers, retailers, service/maintenance/repair providers, and government agencies) reports over 6,000 management and professional jobs regionally each year. Nearly all of these management and professional jobs require a bachelor’s degree (see table below).

California statewide data for Fall 2014 from the U.S. Department of Labor also

shows that turnover of employees in the durable goods sector (including vehicle manufacturers) and the trade, transportation, and utilities sector (including dealers and service providers) reflects an average annual employee turnover of 15.7% and 27.4%, respectively. Using a conservative 20% average turnover factor among the 6,000+ professional level jobs in the Los Angeles/Orange County economic region, there are approximately 1,200+ automotive/transportation related openings each year. At the same time, data from the California State Universities’ Analytic Studies website indicates that CSU students enrolled in industrial technology degree programs during Fall 2012 totaled only 480 students, representing a significant professional labor gap.

e) Additional Evidence of Need Currently, Rio Hondo College graduates who earn an Associate of Science (A.S.)

degree in Automotive Technology need to transfer to a CSU or UC to earn a non-Automotive Technology baccalaureate degree. There are no four-year Automotive/ Management baccalaureate programs in the public UC/CSU system. The closest not-for-profit program is at Weber State in Utah. CSU Dominquez Hills offers a degree in Transportation—Logistics Management, which is focused on goods movement and supply chain. CSU Fresno offers a degree in Industrial Technology, with a Transportation option to prepare students for technical careers in business, industry, agriculture, and government. The development of an ATD in Automotive Technology offers a valuable option for current and future students at Rio Hondo College.


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RESPONSE TO NEED

a) Size, Scope, and Success of Existing Associate Degree Programs

Rio Hondo’s Automotive Technology associate’s degree program is considered one of the strongest Automotive Technology programs in the State of California. In 2004, the Rio Hondo A.S. program received an award for Outstanding Program by the California Community College Association for Occupational Education (CCCAOE):

“The Automotive Technology program at Rio Hondo goes above and beyond the call of duty to take care of their students, the community and their industry partners. The faculty and staff continually analyze models of student success and incorporate approaches that ensure retention, impactful learning, and job placement. They have integrated academics by pairing automotive courses with Math and English. The curriculum is cutting edge: providing students training in the use of Alternative Fuel Technology and Advanced Transportation Technology. The faculty and staff have developed interdisciplinary and public/private partnerships. Because of this program, students have been able to move up career ladders to lucrative positions which enhance California’s position within the global economy.”

The proposed Rio Hondo Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology Degree (ATD) program will build on Rio Hondo’s successful associate degree program as well as other existing Automotive Technology programs within the Los Angeles/Orange County region. The region currently offers fifteen automotive programs as part of the twenty-nine campuses within Regions 7 and 8. Several other local community colleges offer A.S. programs in Automotive Technology:

Los Angeles/Orange County: Citrus, PCC, L.A. Pierce, LATTC, ELAC, Cerritos, Cypress, Golden West, Fullerton, El Camino, Santa Ana

Southern California: Riverside, San Bernardino, Chaffey, Saddleback, Miramar, Victor Valley, Cuyamaca, Mira Costa

The average enrollment for these fifteen programs (for the period 2011-2014) has been 387 students per campus, including the students at Rio Hondo. During this period, the region awarded 2,735 certificates and 272 degrees in Automotive Technology (TOP Code 0948.00). Of the fifteen programs, eight are NATEF Certified, including Rio Hondo’s program. Of Rio Hondo’s students, approximately 25% are full-time (twelve units or more) and 75% part-time (fewer than twelve units). Statewide, 21,000 students are enrolled in Automotive Technology classes/programs (TOP Code 0948.00) that award an average of 3,358 certificates and degrees. During 2011-2014, 327 A.S. degrees were conferred (CCCCO Data Mart).

b) Building Upon Existing Programs/Access for Prospective Students Rio Hondo’s proposed ATD is designed as a 2+2 program building upon either the Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Automotive Technology from Rio Hondo College (35 semester units), or associate degrees earned by transfer students from programs in Automotive Service Technology, Heavy-duty Truck Technology, Diesel Technology, or similar programs. Students who have completed their associate degree from any accredited college or university in one of these programs will be admitted as juniors and may complete their baccalaureate degree within two years.


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Credits from private institutions such as Universal Technical Institute (UTI), WyoTech, and similar institutions are not college-level course credits but could possibly transfer to Rio Hondo College as elective course credits only. However, challenge examination credit and experiential credit will be available for students with Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications and at least five years of industry experience, per California Education Code Title V regulations. Rio Hondo College is committed to provide access for students seeking a Bachelor of Science degree through the following entry pathways:

c) Five-Year Enrollment Projections and Number of Anticipated Graduates

The table below indicates the number of students projected to enroll in upper division courses (300-400 Level) within Rio Hondo’s ATD program. Numbers may be higher if counting students enrolled in the lower division courses (A.S. degree track) and students from outside the boundaries of the District.

Academic Year

Number of Students

Approximate Degree Completion

Completers

2016-17 20 + 2018-2019 12-15+

2017-18 30-35+ 2019-2020 12-15+

2018-19 30-35+ 2020-2021 12-15+

2019-20 30-35+ 2021-2022 12-15+

2020-21 30-35+ 2022-2023 12-15+

2021-22 30-35+ 2023-2024 12-15+

2022-23 30-35+ 2024-2025 12-15+ (During 2018-2025, approximately 84-105+ students will complete the baccalaureate degree)

d) Evidence of Lack of Program Duplication with UC/CSU Statewide Rio Hondo’s proposed ATD program will not duplicate baccalaureate programs offered at the UC/CSU statewide. Eight CSUs and UCs within the region were recently contacted by Rio Hondo’s Director of Government and Community Relations, Russell Castañeda-Calleros: CSU Long Beach, CSU Fullerton, CSU Los Angeles, CSU Dominguez Hills, California Polytechnic-Pomona, UC Irvine, UC Riverside, and UC Los Angeles. No concerns were expressed, while one university requested additional information about the proposed program. Ongoing dialogue with all eight universities is

First Time College Student

(Pre-admiitted to BS program enrolls in AS AutoTech)

Student enrolls in AutoTech Degree Courses and CSU GE required courses

Student completes AS degree in Auto Tech & GE entrance requirements for BS

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Student enrolls in Auto Tech Degree Courses and CSU GE required courses

Student completes AS degree in Auto Tech &

GE entrance requirements for BS

Student enrolls as upper division student in BS

program

New College Student

(who completed a similar Auto Degree at another college)

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anticipated. In addition, Rio Hondo’s Office of Instructional Operations Articulation Officer, Song Le Graham, recently researched CSU and UC websites, including Assist.org, to research possible duplication. Collected data confirms that the proposed program will not duplicate an existing bachelor’s degree offered within the state.

e) & f) Proposed Curriculum/Upper Division Discipline & General Ed Course Work It is the intent that Rio Hondo’s associate’s degree will be the “backbone” of the bachelor’s degree. The current Automotive Technical Core is comprised of all eight industry-recognized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification areas:

A1 Engine Repair A2 A2 Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles A3 Manual Drivetrain and Axles A4 Suspension and Steering A5 Brakes A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems A7 Heating and Air Conditioning A8 Engine Performance

The table below highlights recommended upper division discipline and general education course work to support the proposed baccalaureate degree program.

Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology Major and General Education

(Lower & Upper) Requirements- DRAFT

ENTRY PATHWAYS First Time Freshman

(start bachelor’s degree) Continuing/Returning Student

(without AS degree) Continuing/Returning Student (with

Auto Tech AS degree)

Rio Hondo AS Automotive Tech Degree Required Courses: 35 units

& CSU General Education Transfer Requirements: 30+ units

Rio Hondo AS Automotive Tech Degree Required Courses: 35 units

& CSU General Education Transfer Requirements: 30+ units

Complete CSU General Education Transfer Requirements: 30+ units

& 30-35 units of AS degree in related field

Junior Status (after completing lower division major and CSU GE requirements)

Upper Division GE Courses 12 units: Prereq-ENGL 101

AREAS THEME Themes & Courses

Each theme has three areas: A. Natural Sciences and Math: 4 units B. Social Sciences: 4 units C. Humanities: 4 units

Current Issues: Life and the Environment

A. Appropriate Technology Utilizing Natural Resources B. Environmental Pollution in Society C. Cultural Diversity Affecting Urban Environments

Ancient and Modern Science

A. Ancient and Modern Technology B. Classical Civilization and the Modern World C. Ancient Thought & Its Modern Legacy

Climate Change in the Modern World

A. Environmental Geology of Developing Nations B. Dynamics of Change in the Developing World C. Cultural Impact of Urban Development

Current Perspective: The Global Environment

A. Technological Aspects of Global Climate Change B. Social Effects of World Pollution C. Environmental Impacts on Health and Nutrition


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Foundation/Core Courses: 12-units

-TCED 154: OSHA Workplace Safety Standards: 4-units -ECON 154: Applied Personal And Business Finances: 4-units -ENGL 154 Applied Communication Skills and Practices: 4-units

Tracks

Technical Track: 21-units Entrepreneurial Track: 21-units

- Advanced Engine Design & Performance: 3-units (Prereqs: AUTO 160, MATH 160, PHY 120)

-Advanced Powertrain Systems: 3-units (Prereqs: AUTO 220, AUTO 230, MATH 160, PHY 120)

-Vehicle Systems Management Control: 3-units (Prereqs: AUTO 140, AUTO 150, MATH 160, PHY 120)

-Advanced Vehicle Dynamics: 3-units (Prereqs: AUTO 200, AUTO 210, MATH 160, PHY 120)

-Vehicle Occupant Safety and Comfort Systems: 3-units (Prereqs: AUTO 240, MATH 160, PHY 120)

-Hydraulics and Fluid Power: 3-units (Prereqs: MATH 160, PHY 120)

-Tech 499 Directed Studies: 3 units

-Dealership and Manufacturer Management: 3-units (Prereqs: MATH 130, ENGL 201)

-Corporate Sales Management: 3-units (Prereqs: MATH 130, ENGL 201)

-Organizational Theory and Behavior: 3-units (Prereqs: MATH 130, ENGL 201)

-Legal and Social Environment of Business: 3-units (Prereqs: MATH 130, ENGL 201)

-Business and Managerial Finances 3-units (Prereqs: MATH 130, ENGL 201)

-Sales and Marketing Strategies and Techniques 3-units (Prereqs: MATH 130, ENGL 201)

-Tech 499 Directed Students: 3 units

Note: An advisory composed of industry representatives, general education, and CTE faculty will collaborate in the development of all upper division major and elective courses. This is a draft, and additional courses need to be added to meet the 120 units requirement for a bachelor’s degree.

All upper division (300-400 level) courses will be developed in accordance with CSU Curriculum Guidelines and taught by faculty members who possess a Master’s degree or higher. The upper division courses will include project assignments for students throughout the discipline course work, including a TECH 499 “Capstone” class, designed as a Senior Project/Directed Studies course.

g) Timeline for Program Planning, Implementation, Accreditation Approval, and Degree Completion

The table below depicts the timeline for program planning, implementation, requisite accreditation approval, and degree completion of Rio Hondo’s proposed ATD.

Program Planning & Approval Implementation & Degree Completion

Spring 2015

Start curriculum development of upper division classes; start marketing campaign.

Spring 2017

Upper and lower division classes are offered.

Fall 2015

RHC course approval; submit to Chancellor’s Office for approval; students enroll in lower division classes/Ed Plans completed.

Fall 2017


Spring 2016

Build two year upper division class schedule.

Spring 2018



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PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/INSTITUTIONAL COMMITMENT

a) College/District Accreditation Status/Program Accreditation Rio Hondo College is fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for

Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation and U.S. Department of Education. Beginning with the Application for Reaffirmation of Accreditation: Self Evaluation 2014, submitted in July 2014, the most recent comprehensive review of the educational quality and institutional effectiveness of Rio Hondo College is nearly finalized. An evaluation team visited in late September/early October 2014. ACCJC will deliver its final report on Rio Hondo’s accreditation status in spring 2015. During the previous accreditation cycle, Rio Hondo submitted its Application for Reaffirmation of Accreditation in 2008, with subsequent follow-up, midterm, and annual reports to ACCJC.

The award-winning Rio Hondo Automotive Program is also accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), a nationally recognized independent, non-profit 501(c) (3) organization established to improve the quality of automotive technician training programs nationwide at secondary and post-secondary, public and proprietary schools.

b) College and District Long-term Effective and Stable Fiscal Management Rio Hondo College practices effective oversight of finances in all areas, including

grants, financial aid, associated student body funds, and other auxiliary funds. The College adheres to established board policies and administrative procedures for financial planning and budget development. Appropriate internal controls are in place. Management of financial resources is under the direction of Vice President of Finance and Business, Myeshia Armstrong, in conjunction with Superintendent/ President Teresa Dreyfuss.

Rio Hondo College complies with Government Audit Standards and the California School Accounting Manual and consistently receives positive audits, which confirms that fiscal management processes and procedures are sound and appropriate business and accounting practices are being followed. Annual independent audits of the College for the last six years have been submitted with positive, unqualified opinions. Last month, the ACCJC accreditation evaluation team offered a “Commendation” to Rio Hondo as follows:

“The College has demonstrated sound financial effectiveness for its yearly operations. This fiscal stewardship is an especially noteworthy accomplishment in light of substantial multi-year economic challenges California community colleges have faced.”

As a result of effective long-term planning and strict fiscal control of revenue and expenses, the District’s financial resources are sufficient to support student learning programs and services—including the proposed baccalaureate degree in Automotive Technology. During the recent economic downturn and severe budget reduction, the College has been able to avoid any cash borrowing. More importantly, the District did not lay off personnel or institute furloughs or salary reductions. This was a clear demonstration of the District’s fiscal solvency and ability to simultaneously allocate sufficient revenue to support educational improvements and institutional effectiveness.


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c) Program Administration and Support Staff with Time Allocation The Board of Trustees, as well as the Superintendent/President of Rio Hondo

Community College District, Teresa Dreyfuss, offer their full support and commitment to the Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology Degree (ATD) program. The program will be under the administrative leadership of Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Kenn Pierson, who reports directly to the Superintendent/President. Dr. Pierson will allocate approximately 5% of his time to help develop and implement the program.

The ATD program will be housed in the Division of Career and Technical Education (CTE) under the direct supervision of Mike Slavich, Dean of both CTE and Instructional Operations. Depending on the stage of program development and implementation, Dean Slavich will allocate 10-20% of his time to ensure that the program is managed and executed according to appropriate standards and requirements. CTE faculty member Steve Tomory will serve as the Program Director, dedicating approximately 20% release time to the pilot program and reporting directly to Dean Slavich.

The District will assign qualified faculty and support staff with necessary teaching and/or occupational experience, training, educational background, and understanding of baccalaureate degree programs to provide instruction and services to support student learning. All faculty members teaching upper division courses will have Masters and/or Doctorate degrees (see subsection e for the organizational chart indicating administrative and instructional support staff time allocations).

d) Successful Programs Similar to the Proposed Baccalaureate Degree Program Housed within the Division of CTE are the Civil Design Technology and Heavy

Equipment Technology (formerly known as Heavy Equipment Maintenance, or HEM) programs. They are examples of successful programs implemented at Rio Hondo College which provide a seamless transition through a four-year degree program. Originally funded by Industry-Driven Regional Collaborative (IDRC) grants, both of these baccalaureate-articulated associate degree and certificate programs are institutionalized with fully developed curricula and full-time faculty dedicated to the programs.

e) Organizational Chart for the Pilot Program The following organizational chart reflects administrative and support staff

associated with the ATD program. Names reflect individuals currently filling positions and are subject to change. Time allocations may change according to the stage of program implementation.


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RESOURCES

a) Funding for Planning and Support of the Program

The proposed Rio Hondo Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology Degree (ATD) program enjoys full support from the Board of Trustees, administration, and Academic Senate of the Rio Hondo Community College District. This support is based on the continued success of the Division of Career and Technical Education (CTE) and its award-winning Automotive Technology training programs, which have earned recognition for Rio Hondo as a certified Training Center by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), California Automotive Business Coalition’s Automotive Technician Training Standards (ATTS), and Honda Professional Automotive Career Training Program (PACT).

Rio Hondo’s commitment to the success of the proposed ATD program is also demonstrated through its initial and continued financial and resource support, which has leveraged district, state, and federal funds to provide exemplary facilities and address administrative and student services staffing requirements. Rio Hondo’s proposed ATD will make use of recent facility upgrades, expansion, and capital improvements that have been supported by $245 million District capital bond funds and additional $100 million of state facilities matching funds. Required curriculum and professional development support for the ATD program’s faculty and staff will be underwritten by new, pending, or continuing program support through grants from the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, Department of Education, California Energy Commission, and California Community College Chancellor’s Office, as well as industry support from the American Honda Foundation, Southern California Automobile Dealers Association, Southern California Edison, The Quinn Foundation, and the Rio Hondo Foundation. The ATD program’s sustaining and annual operating costs will be generated from student tuition and state apportionment after the initial start-up period.

A faculty member assigned as program director for the proposed ATD program will write curriculum based on input from the following constituents: industry partners and advisory boards which include members from industry and California State University (CSU) staff and faculty. Individuals serving as Sector and Deputy Sector Navigators from California Community Colleges’ “Doing What Matters for Jobs and the Economy” will be involved in the ATD development process. Courses will be developed in accordance with CSU’s curriculum outline for upper division “new-course” development, each course proposal clearly defining the course’s role in the proposed ATD program and how the course differs from lower division courses and allows for evaluation of specified objectives. Developed curriculum will then follow the established curriculum approval process. After all course work has been approved for the proposed ATD degree, the program will be submitted to ACCJC for substantive change approval.

b) Availability of Discipline-Prepared Faculty and Student Support Services The CTE division employs ten full-time faculty members, two of whom will serve

as primary discipline professors for the ATD program. John Frala is Professor of Automotive Technology with expertise in hybrid/electric/fuel cell vehicles, Clean Cities Educator, and a committee member of Governor Brown’s “Green Team.” Steve Tomory is program chair of Automotive Technology, specializing in California Smog Technician Training, Electrical/Electronics, Fuel and Drivability, Advanced Emissions, and course


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implementation of technician training programs. Among all CTE faculty is a median of 18 years of subject-matter-relevant, post-secondary teaching experience, and an average of 15+ years of real-world industry experience. CTE also draws from a pool of 15 experienced adjunct faculty members and a staff of administrators, career counselors, program managers, lab technicians, and instructional assistants.

Three additional professors from other divisions will join the two Automotive Technology professors as an integral part of the instructional team for upper division class offerings and curriculum development:

Faculty Title Upper Division Area

John Frala, M.A. Professor Automotive Technology Vann Priest, Ph.D. Professor Sciences and Mathematics Steve Tomory, M.A. Professor Automotive Technology Adam, Wetsman, J.D., Ph.D. Professor Social Sciences Jon Whitford, D.B.A, PMP Professor Business and Management

Faculty members from other degree-aligned associate programs will indirectly support Rio Hondo’s proposed ADT program, including Advanced Engine Performance; Alternative Energy Technology; Alternative Fuels/Advanced Transportation Technology; Automotive Collision Repair; Automotive Technology; Business Administration; Business Management and Supervision; Business Marketing; Electronics; Engineering Design; Heavy Equipment Technology; Honda PACT Program; Logistics Management; and Small Business/Entrepreneurialism. Primary student services support will come from designated counselors and articulation officer.

c) Description of Facilities and Equipment The main facility relevant to Rio Hondo’s proposed ATD program is Rio Hondo’s

Applied Technology Building, a 40,000 square-foot building recently renovated and expanded to meet the curriculum requirements for training forward-thinking applied technology students. New equipment was recently installed, including dynamometers, component test equipment, and vertical lifts, as well as welding, painting, and engine performance diagnostic units. The completed facility now provides capacity to train students in alternative fuel technologies, such as hybrid, electric, and (in the near future) hydrogen-powered vehicles. The facilities, labs, tooling, and instructional aids and equipment appropriate to the proposed ATD program are equal to or exceed the similar capabilities of CSU programs that offer Industrial Technology degree programs.

d) Evidence of Program Success with Identified Resources The tools for the ATD program’s success will be derived from various institutional

plans and processes that will assure the program’s viability, including the Educational Master Plan, Facilities Master Plan (FMP), Technology Master Plan (TMP), Student Success and Support Program, Academic Senate, and the annual program planning process overseen by the Office of Institutional Research and Planning (IRP), which also assists faculty and staff in accessing data for accreditation, program review, grants, and federal and state reporting. IRP will establish “LinkedIn” and “Twitter” social media accounts for the ATD program’s enrolled students and graduates to track and advise of job opportunities, update student occupation status, and solicit program feedback and evaluation.


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