CTE EF 40% Application.docx



Career Technical Education Enhancement FundCTE EF 40% Regional Allocation – TemplateName of Colleges: Folsom Lake College, Cosumnes River College, Sacramento City College, and American River CollegeName of District: Los Rios DistrictPrimary Contact: Steve Linthicum, DSN, Greater Sacramento RegionEmail of Primary Contact: slinthicum@sierracollege.eduCTE EF 40% Application DRAFTPart 1: Criteria for FundingPlease read and review the State's Budget language governing the use of these funds before completing this application.$50,000,000 of the funds appropriated in Schedule (17) shall be provided on a one-time basis to create greater incentive for California Community Colleges to develop, enhance, retool, and expand quality career technical education offerings that build upon existing community college regional capacity to respond to regional labor market needs. Funds may be used for equipment, curriculum development, professional development, and other related costs necessary to develop, enhance, retool, and expand quality career technical education offerings. The Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall allocate these funds to the community college regions based on a formula that factors in the total number of full-time equivalent students, including full-time equivalent students in career technical education courses. The Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall, in consultation with community colleges within each region, designate either the district then serving as the fiscal agent for the regional consortia or an alternative district to serve as the fiscal agent for these funds.The funds shall be distributed by the fiscal agent to the California Community College districts within the region for career technical education programs that are developed with industry input, matched by industry resources, and adopted by faculty upon certification by the regional consortia. The courses or programs of study for which the funds are requested shall meet all of the following criteria:(A) Be for occupations and sectors that are demonstrated to be in demand in the regional labor market.(B) Be for occupations for which regional production of employees is insufficient to meet labor market demand.(C) Demonstrate regional alignment of program and curricula.(4) Priority for funding shall go to programs that meet all of the criteria listed in paragraph (3) and that meet one or more of the following criteria:(A) Are in priority sectors identified by the region.(B) Are in emerging sectors identified by the region.(C) Are articulated with K-12 or four year institutions.(5) Individual colleges and districts shall be responsible for identifying eligible programs and their faculty, implementing courses and programs to meet regional capacity needs, participating in regional coordination efforts, articulating with K-12 and four year institutions, and submitting outcome data to the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges.(6) The regional consortia shall be responsible for certifying labor market demand with input from regional employers and essential workforce and economic development partners, prioritizing investment of funds according to industry sections and occupations, and ensuring regional coordination.(7) The district designated as the fiscal agent in each region shall be responsible for distributing the funds to each district within its region following certification by the regional consortia that the courses and programs submitted by the districts and colleges for funding meet the criteria listed in this subdivision (f).(8) The Chancellor of the California Community Colleges shall be responsible for administering the distribution of funds to the fiscal agents for each region and monitoring progress toward meeting regional and statewide career technical education needs."You will be asked to certify that your use of funds meets ALL of the following three criteria:(A) Be for occupations and sectors that are demonstrated to be in demand in the regional labor market.(B) Be for occupations for which regional production of employees is insufficient to meet labor market demand.(C) Demonstrate regional alignment of program and curricula.In addition, you will be asked to certify that you gave priority consideration to courses/programs that meet all the above and one or more of the criteria below:(A) Are in priority sectors identified by the region.(B) Are in emerging sectors identified by the region.(C) Are articulated with K-12 or four year institutions.Part 2: Participating Colleges, ContactsYou will be asked to provide the Name, Title, Phone, Fax, and Email for the following positions:District Superintendent/President (or authorized designee)Responsible Administrator (Should not be the same as Project Director)Project Director (Person Responsible for conducting the daily operation of the grant)Person Responsible for Data EntryDistrict Chief Business Officer (or authorized designee)Person Responsible for Budget CertificationPart 3: Other Participating Colleges, ContactsYou will be asked to indicate if other colleges will be participating and, if so, provide primary contact information for those colleges. Los Rios Colleges (American River College, Cosumnes River College, Folsom Lake College, and Sacramento City College). It is anticipated that the remaining colleges in the North / Far North Region will have access to utilize the NetLabs environment during the grant funding period at no cost (ending June 30, 2016), with access continuing thereafter under a funding mechanism that will insure sustainability and availability of the virtual lab environment. This sustainability model will be developed in a transparent manner during the grant funding period, with the idea that it can be supported through colleges’ cost savings resultant from less frequent hardware refreshment.Part 4: Proposal Overview1. Provide a one-line description of your proposal (70 characters maximum)“NetLABS Regional Hub” provides a virtual environment for software instruction.2. Total amount requested: $528,000 (some variance likely based upon equipment quotes from multiple sources).2. a. Is this proposal being submitted to multiple regions? Noif no, continue to 3, if yes, continue to 2.b.2. b. Indicate the amount of money requested from and for each region RegionAmount RequestedNorth/Far NorthBay Central/Mother Lode South Central Coast San Diego/Imperial Inland Empire Los Angeles/Orange County 3. Select the TOP codes for the program area proposed for funding0701 Information Communication Technology, general0702 Computer Information Science0707 Software Development0708 Computer Infrastructure and Support. In addition to these computer science-related TOP codes, any program that requires use of a high powered computer networking system can benefit from this proposal. 4. Provide a brief overview to your proposal (250 words maximum)Include a description of the labor market your proposal targets, how your proposal demonstrates or builds regional alignment of programs and curricula; and how your proposal develops, enhances, retools, and/or expands quality career technical education offerings. This combination of software and hardware will enable faculty and students, from any Internet accessible location, without the need for high bandwidth, to utilize a virtual lab environment designed to provide “hands-on” experience with a variety of computer operating systems and applications software. A large number of ICT related labs have been developed by NSF funded technology centers, enabling colleges in the region to offer both entry level classes and incumbent worker training in ICT related areas that range from introductory computer classes to cutting edge courses that focus on information security, virtualization, big data, and network configuration and design (see list of .labs at: )A key feature of this lab environment is the ability to control access to individual lab environments (pods) through its reservation system. For on-ground classes, faculty will be able to reserve a sufficient number of pods for their students during class time. Since the lab environment is available on a 7/24 basis, students will be able to register for pod access on a first come, first serve basis, and gain hands-on experience outside of the classroom. The lab environment is also well suited for instruction of online classes. Faculty are provided with key statistical information that includes “time on task.” Additionally faculty can “enter” a student’s pod remotely and provide real time assistance to the student.A project demonstration video can be viewed at: 5. What Regions will be served by your proposal?In terms of geographic regions, this proposal, because of its virtual nature, is capable of serving all fifteen (15) community colleges in the North / Far North region. Additionally it can serve as a model for all regional consortia and community colleges in the State, through a functional and sustainable resource sharing model. In terms of economic regions, while the primary initial focus will be on the ICT sector and those courses that are able to leverage the existing lab library developed by NSF funded Advanced Technology Centers like CSSIA (see ), this virtual environment can service the educational needs of just about any economic region and industry sector where software applications are utilized. For example, a simple pod containing Windows (7 or 8.1) and Intuit’s QuickBooks could be quickly developed, providing students with access to this software in a controlled virtual environment. The same would be true with the Esri’s ArcGIS for Desktop software. The interesting issue that is presented with this approach is software licensing, but that can be solved. Fortunately, as long as colleges are members of Microsoft’s DreamSpark program and hold campus licensing agreements, licensing is not a problem with Microsoft.6. What Economic Subregions will be served by your proposal?As described above, because of the nature of this virtual lab environment, it can be utilized for courses that focus on courses directed at entry level students as well as the incumbent workforce. It is suitable for both academic courses as well as contract education opportunities.7. Describe the intended impact on students and the labor market with this investment (200 words)Given the capability of this virtualized lab environment to provide hands on training with a variety of operating system environments and software applications from any Internet accessible location with 7/24 access, students will have greater access to the learning environment that is not restricted by limitations associated with physical computer labs (e.g. building access hours). Part 5: Labor Market Analysis1.Does this proposal serve one of the priority or emergent industry sectors for North/Far North? Yes. Advanced ManufacturingAgriculture, Water, & Environmental TechnologiesHealthICT/Digital MediaSmall BusinessNot a Priority or Emergent Sector** If response to above is Not a Priority or Emergent Sector, be sure to explain how your proposal meets criteria (C) Programs are articulated with K-12 or four year institutions in Part 6: Regional Alignment2. Provide a brief description of the industry sector, occupational cluster, or occupations that your proposal targets.The initial focal point is the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) sector, with specific focus on the installation, configuration, and management of computers (workstations and servers) and their networks. Areas of coverage include, but are not limited to cyber security, virtualization, cloud computing, database configuration and management, and cyber security. Given the nature of this virtualization environment, other areas of coverage outside of the ICT sector. For example this environment could be utilized for software instruction (training) for other sectors like advanced manufacturing, agriculture, health, and small business.3. The CTE Enhancement Fund requires that funded proposals meet the following criteria:(A) Be for occupations and sectors that are demonstrated to be in demand in the regional labor market.(B) Be for occupations for which regional production of employees is insufficient to meet labor market demand.Describe how your proposal meets these criteria. In your explanation describe: the occupations targeted, providing SOC codes (available through ) unless the proposal targets a broad range of occupationsthe geographic areas of the labor markets your proposal will servethe labor market demand and supply for the occupations you are targeting in the areas you are servingthe difference between supply and demand and how your proposal will assist in closing the gapThe primary occupations that are targeted are identified below. However, given the nature and capabilities of the NetLabs environment, it can be utilized for any occupational setting where software usage is a component of job functionality.The geographic areas of the labor markets served by the proposal include the entire North/Far North Regions. The information provided in the table below builds upon this. Key shortages exist on a local, regional, and national level, particularly in “cyber security professionals” workforce (See Building the Pipeline: Community Colleges on the Cutting Edge of Cybersecurity Education, National Initiative on CyberSecurity Education, November 2014).4. Please cite the sources of labor market information that informed this proposal. (100 words)The source of LMI was extracted from the Center of Excellence pivot tables provided to the NFN consortium. Their sources include EMSI occupation employment industry data and final EMSI staffing patterns. Wage estimates are based on Occupational Employment Statistics and the American Community Survey. The report also uses data from the California Labor Market Information Department. Because this proposal can benefit the entire NFN region, the labor market data is shown for the Greater Sacramento (GS), Northern Coastal (NC), and Northern Inland (NI) regions. Please fill in the table below for each occupation and for the service area you specified in your response to #3. If more than 5 occupations, please select the 5 most important occupations. Occupation TitleComputer Systems AnalystsInformation Security AnalystsComputer ProgrammersSoftware Developers, AppsSoftware Developers, Systems SoftwareSOC Code15-112115-112215-113115-113215-1133Number Employed in 20139176 GS116 NC239 NI557 GS26 NC57 NI2167 GS63 NC225 NI3918 GS58 NC197 NI4639 GS44 NC158 NINumber projected to be employed in 20169789 GS127 NC278 NI611 GS29 NC65 NI2244 GS65 NC240 NI4229 GS 68 NC242 NI4866 GS50 NC185 NIProjected annual openings* over the 2013-2016 time period.613 GS11 NC39 NI54 GS3 NC8 NI77 GS2 NC15 NI311 GS10 NC45 NI227 GS6 NC27 NIStarting hourly wage (10th percentile hourly wage)$28.50 GS$24.94 NC$21.31 NI$31.58 GS$18.53 NC$24.77 NI$17.49 GS$13.00 NC$15.76 NI$29.53 GS$29.18 NC$23.94 NI$31.54 GS$22.44 NC$27.40 NIMedian hourly wage$37.56 GS$31.55 NC$32.86 NI$59.32 GS$33.73 NC$36.53 NI$36.33 GS$27.37 NC$26.01 NI$43.37 GS$41.52 NC$36.80 NI$42.57 GS$36.09 NC$39.76 NIAnnual labor market supply from community colleges Total annual labor market supply from all sourcesAnnual Demand - Supply All SourcesProjected increase resulting from proposal, if any, in community college contribution to meeting the labor market demand*Annual openings include openings created by workers separating from an occupation permanently, retirements for example. 5. Commentary on above table. (An opportunity to explain any unique aspects of your labor market information.)Based on the LMI, all NFN colleges stand to benefit from this proposal as evidenced by the supply/demand labor market gap.Part 6: Regional Alignment1. Describe how your proposal builds upon and utilizes existing assets within the regions you will be serving. (Existing regional partnerships, SB1070 efforts, AB86, CPT, TAACCT, WIB/WIA, Industry Partnerships) (200 words)Through the SB 1070 regional consortium, the Los Rios colleges and Sierra College are working with the ASCCC to capitalize on the success of the C-ID articulation process between community college and CSUs to develop a mechanism for regional articulation between the high schools and community colleges for CTE pathways. 2. Describe how your proposal will build the capacity for increased alignment of community colleges with regional workforce development needs. (200 words)Because NetLabs NSF labs will be available to all faculty, students will gain industry-recognized training that will be portable to all college in the region.3. Describe how your proposal utilizes and/or builds articulations with K-12 and four-year colleges. (200 words)See above regarding SB 1070 activities.Part 7: Industry Engagement1. Describe how industry was engaged in the development of this proposal? (200 words)The initial focus for utilization of the NetLabs environment was to provide instruction in classes that included virtualization and cyber security. In connection with this effort, the membership local chapters of international professional organizations have been involved in the evaluation process (ISSA, ISACA, and ISC2). Chapter members from these organizations are employed by a wide variety of employers, including Verizon, SMUD, IntelliBridge, McAfee, Health Net, VSP, Intel, Blue Shield, and the State of California.Based upon the availability of Cisco Academy related labs, consultation with both Cisco and California community colleges (Coastline and Ohlone), along with further consultation with faculty at California Polytechnic State University - Pomona, provided information that supported the utilization of NetLabs in the Academy line of instruction.A key concern relative to the sustainability of the NetLabs Regional Hub is the idea of industry sponsorship. Following the approach utilized by the National Center for Systems Security and Information Assurance (CSSIA), providing the Region’s businesses with the opportunity to support our efforts in building a capable workforce in areas like cyber security.2. Describe the industry match your proposal will provide Source of MatchType of MatchValue of MatchSector Navigator (ICT/DM)Funding for the purchase of a Pilot NetLabs System. Primary uses include faculty development and lab curriculum development.$46,750Deputy Sector Navigator (ICT/DM)Funding for faculty development and lab curriculum development$20,0003. Comments on Industry Match (100 words)The funding for the Pilot NetLabs System was obtained through a competitive sub-grant opportunity. Funding from the DSN is consistent with his work plan that includes both faculty professional development and curriculum development. Efforts relative to additional industry match will be commenced immediately upon the proposal’s approval. Goals associated with industry match include the development of additional project capacity and project sustainability based upon industry sponsorship.Part 8: Faculty Engagement1.Describe how faculty was engaged in the development of this proposal and how they will be engaged in its execution.(200 words)This proposal is championed by key ICT faculty from all of the Los Rios colleges, with the assistance and input of the Regions' Deputy Sector Navigators for ICT/DM, Steve Linthicum, a full-time ICT faculty member at Sierra College, and Myron Curtis, an adjunct faculty member at Butte College. Faculty recognize the importance of adding this virtual environment to the instructional tools and the benefits associated with the utilization of the library of NSF funded labs that are available for students in the NetLabs environment. Faculty will participate in development activities that will enable them to manage the student learning environment and further participate in the development of new labs or the updating and improvement of existing labs.Additional anticipated and faculty supported uses include utilization of this virtual environment for cyber security competitions that will include middle schools, high schools, and California State University – Sacramento. The CSUS involvement is currently in the process of being outlined in a MOU that is being created in conjunction with its reapplication for a designation as a “Center of Excellence for Information Assurance and Cyber Security,” under a NSA and Department of Homeland Security co-sponsored program.Part 9: Metrics1. What Momentum Points will this investment impact? the benefits associated with the NetLabs Regional Hub extend beyond ICT related programs, the following details specific momentum points that will be targeted through this investment:MomentumPointsDescription of Regional Activity1Provide regional cyber security competition in the NetLabs environment (extension of CyberPatriot cyber security competition) for middle school and high school students)4,5,6,10,13,Providing high school students with NetLabs access to complete introductory ICT courses utilizing available labs aligned to CompTIA A+ certification, with articulation potential for the model curriculum identified in the ITIS 110 course.15,16,17,18Broaden the ICT related course offerings across the region by providing the virtual lab environment provided by NetLabs.29Industry recognized certifications are specifically targeted through the collection of labs that function in a NetLabs environment and were produced with National Science Foundation (NSF) funding.2. How will improving performance on these momentum points impact program completion, job placement, and wage advancement? (100 words)The NetLabs environment provides actual hands-on experience with a variety of operating systems and computer applications that will enable students to enter the workforce with actual experience that has not been effectively simulated outside of their current classroom environment. Lab availability on a 7/24 basis will enable students to practice and improve their skills from any Internet accessible location. With the time on task relative to skills development increased, along with the ease of lab access, it is anticipated that program completions will increase through an elimination of the “access to labs barrier.”3. How will you measure your impact on the momentum points and how will you use this measurement to improve performance? (100 words)Data relating to the identified momentum points will be collected through Cal-PASS Plus by the Region’s public schools and community colleges, and be available through the LaunchPad portal for analysis, providing measurable outcomes that will assist in defining improved performance. One key measure of the project’s impact will be Momentum 29 which measures the effectiveness of program efforts relative to students obtaining industry recognized certifications (e.g. CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+).Part 10: Budget1. Categories of ExpendituresYou will be asked to select from the following: Equipment, Curriculum Development, Professional Development, Industry Engagement, Regional Alignment, K-12, 4-Year Articulation, Marketing, or Other.The principal category of expenditures for this funding will be equipment. The NetLabs Regional Hub will be utilized by faculty for professional development classes, as well as curriculum development through the creation and/or updating of course labs. The virtual lab environment is appropriate for industry engagement through contract education opportunities, as well as utilization for cyber security competitions (e.g. CyberPatriot, National Cyber League), as well as articulation agreements (e.g. ITIS 110 Information and Communication Technology course), and a partnership with California State University – Sacramento, designed to support its CAE designation and the efforts of the Region’s community colleges to obtain CAE2Y designation.2. Proposed Budget (Total budget if proposal is being submitted to multiple regions)Object of ExpenditureClassificationFunds Requested1000Instructional Salaries 2000Non-Instructional Salaries $75,0003000Employee Benefits $25,0004000Supplies and Materials 5000Other Operating Expenses and Services 6000Capital Outlay $428,0007000Other Outgo Total$528,000The following question is for NFN planning purposes and is NOT part of the CCCCO application:Is this 40% proposal essential to complete your 60% proposal? No. ................
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