May 18, 2024  
2015 - 2016 CNM Catalog, Volume 48.1 
    
2015 - 2016 CNM Catalog, Volume 48.1 [The CNM Academic Year includes Fall, Spring, Summer Terms]

Course Descriptions


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Art Studio

  
  • ARTS 2208 - Jewelry/Small Metals I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  .

    Foundation techniques and creative processes including design, fabrication, casting, and surface treatments of jewelry and small metal objects.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 60 studio hours

  
  • ARTS 2210 - Art Career Concerns

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: ARTS 1168  or ARTS 2206  or ARTS 2207  or ARTS 2208 .

    Presents the practicalities of building a fine art career with emphasis on developing a professional portfolio. Covers professional practices of the studio artist including self-promotion, contacts, research tools for exhibition venues and other art related opportunities.

    Note(s):
    • Typically offered Spring semester only.

     

  
  • ARTS 2211 - Portraiture

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: RDG 0950  +   or appropriate placement scores .

    Develops skills in drawing and painting to depict the human likeness. Uses various artistic media to explore the anatomy of the human head and face in order to express individuality and mood. Examines the role of the portrait throughout history, together with the development of its skills.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 60 studio hours
    • Typically offered Summer Term only.

     

  
  • ARTS 2212 - Aspects of Painting, Drawing & Multimedia

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: ARTS 2205  or ARTS 2206  or ARTS 2207 .

    Aspects of Painting and Drawing is an intermediate studio course providing direct experience in the development of a connected series of artworks through the use of varied media. Emphasis will be placed on solving problems through thematic development of artworks, while building on fundamental skills learned in Drawing and/or Painting.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 60 studio hours
    • Typically offered Fall term only.

  
  • ARTS 2214 - Life Drawing II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: RDG 0950  +   or appropriate placement scores . Pre- or corequisite:  .

    Extends the artistic study of the human figure through a greater variety of creative and expressive approaches, media and techniques.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 60 studio hours
    • Typically offered every other year.

  
  • ARTS 2216 - Printmaking II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ARTS 2206  or department approval.

    Continues exploration of print media begun in Printmaking I. Explores screen printing, multiple block relief printing, plate lithography and mixed media printmaking in an intermediate studio setting. Emphasizes developing a portfolio of prints focusing on individual expression, collaborative work and digital imagery. Includes lectures, visiting artists, demonstrations, practice and critique.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 60 studio hours
    • Typically offered every other year.

  
  • ARTS 2217 - Painting II

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: RDG 0950  +   or appropriate placement score .

    Continues course of study begun in ARTS 2207 . Emphasizes more accomplished technical skills and more sophisticated conceptual understanding of content and form, with subjects drawn from imagination as well as observation. Focuses on the expressive potential of the medium.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 60 studio hours
    • Typically offered Spring term only.

     

  
  • ARTS 2218 - Jewelry/Small Metals II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  .

    Fabrication skills are further developed and refined. Emphasis is on developing a deeper understanding of form/content as it relates to intimate scale. Focus on bench techniques, patination, surface treatment, casting, and wearable jewelry design.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 60 studio hours

  
  • ARTS 2228 - Jewelry Bench Techniques

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ARTS 2208 .

    Advanced study in bench jewelry techniques and repair, stone setting, and creation of personal works of jewelry arts.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 60 studio hours

  
  • ARTS 2268 - Ceramics II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ARTS 1168 .

    Study of ceramics materials and aesthetics for students seeking an AA Degree in Studio Art. This course will follow ARTS 1168 - Ceramics I .

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 60 studio hours
    • Offered at Westside Campus only


Asian American Studies

  
  • AAST 1150 - Introduction to Asian American Studies

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores 
     

    Investigates present-day perspectives and historical and social conditions that have shaped and affected the lives of Asian Americans.


Astronomy

  
  • ASTR 1010 - Introduction to Astronomy I

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores . Recommended: MATH 0940 .*

    Introduces the science of astronomy, focusing on the historical development of astronomy, radiation, spectroscopy, telescopes and the exploration of the solar system.

    *A working knowledge of basic algebra will be useful in this course.

  
  • ASTR 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):

  
  • ASTR 1110 - Introduction to Astronomy II

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: RDG 0950  + MATH 0940  or appropriate placement scores . Recommended: ASTR 1192 .*

    Explores life cycles of stars and stellar systems and the structure of the universe. Focuses on the births, lives and deaths of stars, the nature of the Milky Way galaxy and current concepts on cosmology and the large-scale structure of the universe.

    *It is recommended that students take ASTR 1192  concurrently with the lecture. The lab experience serves to enhance the student’s understanding of the concepts discussed in the lecture.

  
  • ASTR 1192 - Astronomy Lab

    1 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: ASTR 1110 .

    Investigates in optional laboratory setting the principles discussed in ASTR 1110 .

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours

  

Automotive Technology

  
  • AUTC 1110 - Introduction to Automotive Systems

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 0750  + RDG 0750  + MATH 0750  or appropriate placement scores  or department approval.

    Introduces essential shop skills including safety, tool identification and use, under-car and under-hood servicing, repair information retrieval and proper use and care of equipment. Introduces the relationships between all vehicle systems and sub-systems. Prepares students to perform basic service operations required of entry level technicians. Introduces students to program and CNM.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 1120 - Brake Systems

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AUTC 1110  + AUTC 1140  or department approval.

    Introduces principles of hydraulic brake operation and practical skills of diagnosis and repair of standard and anti-lock brakes. Includes lab activities on brake bleeding and adjustment, drum and rotor machining, master cylinder and brake caliper repair.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 75 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 1130 - Suspension and Alignment

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AUTC 1110  + AUTC 1140  or department approval.

    Presents repair and service on a variety of modern vehicle suspension types. Includes strut replacement, wheel alignment and tire balancing, steering gear repair and rebuilding of common suspension components.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 75 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 1140 - Automotive Electrical

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 0750  + RDG 0750  + MATH 0750  or appropriate placement scores  or department approval.

    Presents critical skills necessary for identifying and correcting problems found in automotive electrical/ electronic systems. Included DVOM and analog meter use, voltage drop testing, wiring schematic interpretation and electrical troubleshooting procedures.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 1210 - Manual Transmissions

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AUTC 1110  or AUTC 1140  or department approval.

    Introduces fundamentals of design and operation in front and rear drive manual transmissions, differentials and drive line components. Activities include the disassembly, measurement, inspection and repair of various transmissions in the vehicle and on the bench.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 75 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 1220 - Engine Repair

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AUTC 1110 . Pre- or corequisite: AUTC 1140  or department approval.

    Introduces internal combustion engine theory, engine overhaul procedures and precision tool measuring. Includes essential engine testing and identification of needed repairs along with removal/replacement of engines.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 1230 - Automatic Transmissions

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AUTC 1110 . Pre- or corequisite: AUTC 1140  or department approval.

    Explores the fundamentals of design and operation of automatic transmissions and transaxles, servicing and proper repair procedures. Students perform pump, clutch repair, valve body overhaul and gear replacement on a variety of transmissions.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 1240 - Automotive Electronics

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AUTC 1110  + AUTC 1140  or department approval.

    Builds on skills developed in AUTC 1140 - Automotive Electrical . Covers testing and diagnostic procedures in more complex automotive electronic systems. Includes lighting circuits, body computers and sensors, use of lab scopes and scan tools.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 75 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.

    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):

  
  • AUTC 2111 - Air Conditioning and Heating

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AUTC 1240  or department approval.

    Covers testing, evacuating and charging air conditioning systems while maintaining an awareness of potential environmental concerns caused by automotive refrigerants. Addresses cooling and heating diagnosis, climate control trouble-shooting and component repair.

    Note(s):
    • 15 theory hours
    • 75 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 2120 - Engine Performance I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AUTC 1240  or department approval.

    Provides the information for basic test and repairs on computer controlled automotive drive trains. It includes engine condition diagnosis, the diagnostic process, service bulletins, scan tool data, fuel and fuel delivery. Engine performance I gives the learner mastery of the basic skills and knowledge contained in the ASE/NATEF engine performance program standards.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 75 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 2130 - Engine Performance II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AUTC 2120  or department approval.

    Provides intermediate and advanced information to test and repair computer controlled automotive drive trains. It concentrates on ignition systems, computer sensor diagnosis, emission control devices and five gas exhaust analysis advanced diagnostic procedures, OBD II design and function an overview of hybrid systems. It provides further advanced mastery of ASE/NATEF engine performance program standards.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 2197 - Independent Study

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.

    Focuses on a specific problem while working with an instructor.

  
  • AUTC 2198 - Automotive Internship

    1 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AUTC 2130  or department approval.

    Students will identify an automotive repair facility, apply for an internship position, and complete a forty hour (one work week) internship. Provides real world shop experience during the students last term in the certificate program.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • AUTC 2250 - Transportation Alternative Fuels

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: RDG 0750  + MATH 0750 .

    Presents the history, present practices, political issues, and future of alternative fuels for the transportation industry. Includes discussions and hands-on demonstrations of hybrid, CNG/propane, electric, hydrogen (fuel cell), and biodiesel technologies. May include guest speakers from local industries.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours

  
  • AUTC 2999 - Transportation Technology Capstone

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.

    Preparation of a professional portfolio that demonstrates student’s mastery of technical and core competencies.

    Note(s):
    • Taken during student’s last term
    • 15 theory hours


Aviation Maintenance

  
  • AVMT 1005 - Aviation Math

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 . Recommended: ENG 0950  + RDG 0950  + MATH 0940  or appropriate placement scores .

    Introduction to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, and provides an overview of basic mathematical operations and computations.  Also provides an understanding of aircraft weight and balance and its integration into the maintenance function.  

  
  • AVMT 1010 - Aviation Science

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 . Recommended: ENG 0950  + RDG 0950  + MATH 0940  or appropriate placement scores .

    Provides basic concepts of motion, fluid dynamics, heat and sound, aerodynamics, aircraft structure and theory of flight. Provides basic understanding of drawings and drawing symbols and schematic diagrams.  Performs aircraft ground operations and fuel servicing techniques.

  
  • AVMT 1015 - Materials & Processes

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 . Recommended: ENG 0950  + RDG 0950  + MATH 0940  or appropriate placement scores .

    Introduction to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, materials and processes, fluid lines and fittings, precision measuring equipment, mechanics’ tools, aircraft hardware, aircraft cleaning and corrosion control.  Covers the process and procedures required to inspect, repair, and fabricate rigid and flexible fluid lines.  Covers aircraft hardware identification and the use of precision measuring tools.  Covers identification of various forms of corrosion and cleaning techniques.

  
  • AVMT 1020 - Maintenance Forms & Publications

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 . Recommended: ENG 0950  + RDG 0950  + MATH 0940  or appropriate placement scores .

    Provides an overview of FAA regulations, publications, forms, and records and how they relate to aviation maintenance activities.  Provides an opportunity to become familiar with manufacturer’s maintenance publications and their use in performing maintenance and repair.  Defines the qualifications, privileges, and limitations of a maintenance technician.

  
  • AVMT 1025 - Basic Electricity

    5 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020 . Recommended: ENG 0950  + RDG 0950  + MATH 0940  or appropriate placement scores .

    The student is introduced to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, basic electrical principles of direct and alternating currents, aircraft batteries, precision measuring equipment, and interpretation of electrical circuit diagrams as they pertain to everyday shop problems.

  
  • AVMT 1105 - Airframe Electrical

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    The student is introduced to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, basic airframe electrical components, principles of direct and alternating current generating systems, precision measuring equipment, and interpretation of electrical circuit diagrams as they pertain to every day shop problems.

  
  • AVMT 1110 - A/C Materials & Finishes

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    The student is introduced to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, wood structures, fabric coverings, aircraft finishes, aircraft composite materials, structures, and construction techniques. This course provides general knowledge in this subject area as it pertains to everyday shop problems.

  
  • AVMT 1115 - A/C Sheet Metal

    5 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    The student is introduced to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, aircraft sheet metal structure construction and repair methods as they pertain to everyday shop problems.

  
  • AVMT 1120 - A/C Assembly & Rigging

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    The student is introduced to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, basic welding process of aircraft structures, inspection methods, and assembly and rigging procedures as they pertain to everyday shop problems.

  
  • AVMT 1125 - A/C Landing Gear Systems

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    The student is introduced to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, landing gear systems, special servicing equipment, and the basic operating principles of hydraulic and pneumatic systems as they pertain to everyday shop problems.

  
  • AVMT 1130 - A/C Fuel Systems

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    The student is introduced to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, and aircraft fuel systems as they pertain to everyday shop problems.

  
  • AVMT 1135 - A/C Environmental Systems

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    The student is introduced to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, airframe environmental systems such as cabin atmosphere, ice and rain control, and fire protection and maintenance requirements for these systems as they pertain to everyday shop problems.

  
  • AVMT 1140 - A/C Instruments

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    The student is introduced to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, aircraft instruments, navigation/communication systems, and position and warning systems and the technical data to maintain these system as they pertain to everyday shop problems.

  
  
  • AVMT 1240 - Aviation Science

    4 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  or departmental approval. Recommended: ENG 0950  + RDG 0950  + MATH 0940  or appropriate placement scores .

    Provides overview of technician’s privileges and limitations. Includes familiarization with FAA forms and records. Presents mathematical computations of fundamental electrical circuit parameters Includes drawing symbols and schematic diagrams.

    Note(s):
    • 60 theory hours
    • 38 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 1260 - Fundamentals of Mathematics and Electricity

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 0750  + RDG 0950  + MATH 0940 . Corequisite: Department approval.

    Presents mathematical computations of fundamental electrical circuit parameters. Includes basic definitions, law and concepts. Includes schematic, wiring and parts placement diagrams. Test and troubleshoot electrical and electronic components and circuits.

    Note(s):
    • Previously AVMT 126
    • Program Fee: $100

  
  • AVMT 1261 - Basic Electricity

    4 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1271  or department approval.

    Includes basic definitions, laws and concepts for A/C and D/C electrical theory. Includes schematic, wiring and parts placement diagrams. The student will test and troubleshoot electrical and electronic components and circuits.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 105 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 1270 - Basic Electricity II

    6 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: (AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1260 ) or departmental approval.

    Includes practical application of reading schematics, wiring diagrams along with parts placement diagrams, testing and troubleshoot electrical and electronic components and circuits. Also presents materials and processes as it relates to aircraft materials and tool usage.

  
  • AVMT 1271 - Aviation Maintenance Practices

    3 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: (AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261 ) or departmental approval.

    Presents materials and processes as they relate to aircraft materials ad tool usage. Also provides an understanding of aircraft weight and balance and its integration into the maintenance function

    Note(s):
    • 45 theory hours
    • 33 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 1280 - Aviation Services

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  or departmental approval. Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 2220  + AVMT 2225  or department approval. Recommended: ENG 0950  + RDG 0950  + MATH 0940  or appropriate placement scores .

    Provides basic concepts of motion, fluid dynamics, heat and sound, aerodynamics, aircraft structure and theory of flight. Includes fluid lines and fittings, component identification, function, inspection and installation. Presents cleaning and corrosion control non-destructive testing and precision measurement techniques. Performs aircraft ground operations and fuel servicing techniques.

    Note(s):
    • 60 theory hours
    • 36 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 1305 - Powerplant Electrical

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    The student is introduced to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, basic powerplant electrical components, principles of direct and alternating current generating systems, precision measuring equipment, and interpretation of electrical circuit diagrams as they pertain to everyday shop problems.

  
  • AVMT 1310 - Reciprocating Engine 1

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    Introduction to aircraft terminology, nomenclature, and provides an overview of basic reciprocating engine design and operation.  Presents information on inspection, checking, servicing, and repair of reciprocating engines and engine installations.

  
  
  • AVMT 1320 - Turbine Engines

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    Introduction to aircraft terminology and nomenclature, and provides an overview of basic turbine engine design and operation.  Presents information on inspection, checking, servicing, and repair of turbine engines and engine installations.

  
  • AVMT 1325 - Powerplant Systems 1

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    Introduction to aircraft terminology and nomenclature, and provides an overview of powerplant lubrication, induction and airflow, cooling, and exhaust and reverser systems.  Presents information on inspection, checking, servicing, troubleshooting, and repair of these powerplant systems.

  
  • AVMT 1330 - Propellers

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    Introduction to aircraft terminology and nomenclature, and provides an overview of propeller systems for reciprocating and turbine engines.  Presents information on inspection, checking, servicing, troubleshooting, and repair of propeller systems and installations.

  
  • AVMT 1335 - Powerplant Fuel Systems

    5 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025 .

    Introduction to aircraft terminology and nomenclature, and provides an overview of powerplant fuel metering and delivery systems for reciprocating and turbine engines.  Presents information on inspection, checking, servicing, troubleshooting, and repair of powerplant fuel metering and delivery systems and installations.

  
  • AVMT 1340 - Powerplant Systems 2

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1005  + AVMT 1010  + AVMT 1015  + AVMT 1020  + AVMT 1025  + AVMT 1325 .

    Introduction to aircraft terminology and nomenclature, and provides an overview of powerplant instruments, fire protection, and ignition and starting systems for reciprocating and turbine engines.  Presents information on inspection, checking, servicing, troubleshooting, and repair of powerplant instruments, fire protection, and ignition and starting systems and installations.

  
  • AVMT 1345 - Engine Inspection

    4 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 1305  + AVMT 1310  + AVMT 1315  + AVMT 1320  + AVMT 1325  + AVMT 1330  + AVMT 1335  + AVMT 1340 .

    Introduction to aircraft terminology and nomenclature, and provides an overview of engine inspection processes and procedures.  Presents information on engine conformity and airworthiness checks.

  
  • AVMT 2220 - Non-Metallic Structures

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  or department approval. Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 1280  + AVMT 2225  or department approval.

    Presents theories and techniques of aircraft wood structures. Presents inspection, test and repair of aircraft fabric and wood structures. Aircraft structural design and methods of working with selected materials. Characteristics of composites, inspections and repairs.

    Note(s):
    • 45 theory hours
    • 72 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 2225 - Aircraft Support Systems

    5 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  or department approval. Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 1280  + AVMT 2220  or department approval.

    Presents operation and maintenance of aircraft auxiliary systems, inspection, servicing, troubleshooting and repair of environmental control, ice and rain control, fire protection and warning systems.

    Note(s):
    • 75 theory hours
    • 15 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 2230 - Metallic Structures

    5 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  + AVMT 1280  or department approval.

    Presents inspection, fabrication and repair techniques of aircraft structural and nonstructural components and sheet metal heat-treating techniques.

    Note(s):
    • 45 theory hours
    • 94 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 2236 - Landing Gear Systems

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  + AVMT 1280  or department approval.

    Presents identification, inspection, repair and troubleshooting techniques of aircraft landing gear hydraulic, fuel, pneumatic systems.

    Note(s):
    • 60 theory hours
    • 40 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 2240 - Aircraft Electrical Systems

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  + AVMT 1280  or department approval.

    Presents proper operation, inspection, servicing and troubleshooting of DC (Direct Current) generator, DC alternator, AC (Alternating Current) alternator, voltage regulator, reverse current relay, generator and alternator protection devices. Also includes solenoids and relays.

    Note(s):
    • 45 theory hours
    • 41 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 2243 - Aircraft Electronic Systems

    5 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  + AVMT 1280  or department approval.

    Presents communications, navigations, information display systems, transmitters and receiver fundamentals. Includes avionics installation, inspection and testing. Also includes the identification, inspection and testing of position and warning system components. Includes mechanical and electrical sensing devices.

    Note(s):
    • 75 theory hours
    • 33 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 2245 - Flight Control Systems

    5 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  + AVMT 1280  or department approval.

    Presents aircraft assembly and rigging, flight control balancing and rigging. Aircraft welding techniques, theory and materials identification. Also includes airframe inspection.

    Note(s):
    • 60 theory hours
    • 74 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 2250 - Reciprocating Engines

    4 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 1280  or department approval.

    Presents historical development and application of reciprocating engines. Includes the theory of internal combustion, design and environmental factors, which influence propulsion. Covers reciprocating engine troubleshooting, inspection, service, repair and overhaul. Covers operational characteristics and engine test techniques on the aircraft and in test cells.

  
  • AVMT 2260 - Aircraft Turbine Engines I

    6 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1260  + AVMT 1270  + AVMT 1280  or department approval. Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 2262  

    Presents historical development and application of turbine engines along with the theory of thrust. Includes the design and environmental factors which influences thrust. Turbine engine troubleshooting, inspection, service, repair and overhaul. Operational characteristics and engine test techniques on the aircraft and in test cells.

  
  • AVMT 2262 - Turbine Engines 2

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  + AVMT 1280  or department approval. Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 2260 .

    Presents the tear down, inspection and rebuilding of an aircraft turbine engines. Also includes troubleshooting, inspection, service, repair and overhaul procedures. Included in this course are the operation, inspection and maintenance of induction, lubrication and engine fire protection systems.

  
  • AVMT 2265 - Engine Fuel and Metering Systems

    6 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  AVMT 1280 . Corequisite: AVMT 2262  +  AVMT 2270 .

    Presents inspection, servicing, troubleshooting, overhaul and repair of aircraft fuel systems and components, fuel metering devices, injection systems, turbochargers and superchargers. Induction system principles of operation and design.

    Note(s):
    • Previously AVMT 266
    • Program Fee: $100

  
  • AVMT 2270 - Engine Electrical Systems

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  + AVMT 1280  or department approval.

    Presents the inspection, service, troubleshooting, overhaul and repair of engine electrical systems and components.

    Note(s):
    • 45 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 2275 - Engine Instruments, Cooling

    5 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  + AVMT 1280 .

    Presents operation, maintenance, servicing, inspection, repair and troubleshooting of engine instruments, engine lubrication, cooling and exhaust systems. Also included is the theory of operation, maintenance, inspection, service, repair and troubleshooting of ignition and starting systems used in reciprocating and turbine engines.

    Note(s):
    • 60 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 2280 - Propeller Systems, Engine Inspections and Test and Review

    5 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  + AVMT 1280  + AVMT 2250  + AVMT 2392  + AVMT 2260  AVMT 2262  + AVMT 2265 . Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 2270  + department approval.

    Discusses the historical development, operation, disassembly, inspection, repair and maintenance of propellers. Also presents aircraft engine inspection techniques and reporting procedures. Presents log book record keeping skills. This course includes program review information to assist in the preparation for the final exam. Also allows extra course time to satisfy FAA time rules.

    Note(s):
    • 60 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • AVMT 2292 - Airframe Inspect

    6 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1260  + AVMT 1270  + AVMT 1280  + AVMT 2220  + AVMT 2225  + AVMT 2230  + AVMT 2240 . Corequisite: (AVMT 2243  + AVMT 2245 ) or department approval.

    Presents aircraft airframe inspection technique sand reporting procedures. Also presents log book record keeping skills. This course includes program review information to assist in the passing of the final exam. Also allow extra course time to satisfy FAA time rules.

  
  • AVMT 2392 - Reciprocating Engines Lab

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  + AVMT 1280 . Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 2250 .

    Applies the practical application of the tear down, inspection and rebuild of aircraft reciprocating engines.

  
  • AVMT 2496 - Airframe Inspection, Test and Review

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AVMT 1240  + AVMT 1261  + AVMT 1271  + AVMT 1280  + AVMT 2220  +AVMT 2225  + AVMT 2230  + AVMT 2236 + AVMT 2240 . Pre- or corequisite: AVMT 2243  + AVMT 2245 .

    Presents aircraft airframe inspection techniques and reporting procedures. Also presents log book record keeping skills. This course includes program review information to assist in the passing of the final exam. Also allows extra course time to satisfy FAA time rules.

    Note(s):
    Note(s)

    • 90 lab hours


Basic Patient Care Skills

  
  • BPCS 1010 - Basic Patient Care Skills

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 0750  + MATH 0750  + RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores .

    Introduces students to the principles of providing basic patient care including communication, patient safety and medical asepsis. Laboratory hours provide instruction and supervised practice of personal care skills, body mechanics, turning and transferring patients, vital signs, measuring and recording intake and output, restorative care. Demonstration of competency in all skills will be required at completion of course.

    Note(s):
    • 15 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours


Biology

  
  • BIO 1010 - Biology for Non-Majors

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores . Recommended: BIO 1092 *

    Emphasizes biological principles and current topics for non-biologists or liberal arts students: cellular and molecular biology, microbiology, human genetics, ecology, complexity theory and animal behavior.

    * It is recommended that students take BIO 1092  concurrently with the lecture. The lab experience serves to enhance the student’s understanding of the concepts discussed in the lecture. 

  
  • BIO 1092 - Biology for Non-Majors Lab

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores . Pre- or corequisite: BIO 1010 .

    Provides in optional laboratory setting lab the use of microscopes, culturing bacteria, chemical analysis of biomolecules, plant and animal behavior.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • BIO 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):

  
  • BIO 1110 - Environmental Science

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement score . Recommended: BIO 1192  *

    Presents an academic study of the environment, including basic ecology, a comparison of scientific approaches and world views with respect to ecology and the environment, relationship of humans to the environment and solutions to local, regional and global environmental problems.

    * It is recommended that students take BIO 1192   concurrently with the lecture. The lab experience serves to enhance the student’s understanding of the concepts discussed in the lecture. 

  
  • BIO 1192 - Environmental Science Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores . Pre- or corequisite: BIO 1110 .

    Investigates in optional laboratory setting the principles discussed in BIO 1110 ; emphasizes analysis of water, soil and air pollutants. Moderately strenuous field trips to special interest sites may be scheduled outside regular laboratory hours.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • BIO 1310 - Human Anatomy and Physiology for Non-Majors

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores . Recommended: BIO 1392 .*

    Examines the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the human body. Investigates molecular, cellular, tissue and organ levels and study of organ systems. Course available online.

    * It is recommended that students take BIO 1392  concurrently with the lecture. The lab experience serves to enhance the student’s understanding of the concepts discussed in the lecture. 

  
  • BIO 1392 - Human Anatomy and Physiology for Non-Majors Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: BIO 1310 .

    Introduces lab exercises, which complement concepts presented in BIO 1310 , including histological study, biochemical processes, mammal organ dissections and use of models to illustrate anatomical arrangement. Course available online.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • BIO 1410 - Biology for Health Sciences

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: RDG 0950 . Recommended: BIO 1492  * + CHEM 1410  **

    Presents principles of cell biology, cell chemistry, genetics and organismic biology with an emphasis on human systems.

    * It is recommended that students take BIO 1492  concurrently with the lecture. The lab experience serves to enhance the student’s understanding of the concepts discussed in the lecture.
    ** Additionally, it is recommended that students take CHEM 1410  prior to BIO 1410 since a working knowledge of basic chemistry is useful in this course.

  
  • BIO 1492 - Biology for Health Sciences Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: MATH 0930  or appropriate placement scores . Pre- or corequisite: BIO 1410 .

    Introduces exercises and demonstrations related to cell biology, biochemical processes and genetics.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • BIO 1510/1592 - Molecular and Cell Biology w/Laboratory

    4 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: CHEM 1710  + CHEM 1792 .

    Introduces a number of related cell biology topics. The scientific method, the role of water in cell biology, diversity of organic molecules and macromolecules, introduction to metabolism, cellular respiration and photosynthesis, cell structure and functions, cell communication and the cell cycle.

    Note(s):
    • 45 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • BIO 1610/1692 - Genetics w/Laboratory

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BIO 1510/1592 . Pre- or corequisite: CHEM 1810  + CHEM 1892 

    Builds upon concepts presented in BIO 1510/1592  to explore a wide range of materials related to genetics. Mitosis, meiosis, Mendelian genetics, chromosomal inheritance, molecular inheritance, replication, transcription and translation, genetics of viruses, bacteria and eukaryotes, genomics, developmental genetics and human genetics.

    Note(s):
    • 45 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  
  • BIO 2110 - Microbiology

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: (BIO 1410  + BIO 1492 ) or (BIO 1510/1592  + BIO 1610/1692 ) + (CHEM 1410  or CHEM 1710 ) or appropriate placement scores .

      Recommended: BIO 2192 .*

    Introduces concepts of microbiology, host-parasite relationships, infection and immunity.

    * It is strongly recommended that students take the lab course concurrently with the lecture. The lab experience serves to enhance the student’s understanding of the concepts discussed in the lecture.

  
  • BIO 2192 - Microbiology Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: CHEM 1492  or CHEM 1792  or appropriate placement scores . Pre- or corequisite: BIO 2110 .

    Investigates a variety of techniques designed to facilitate the growth, identification and control of microorganisms.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • BIO 2210 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: (BIO 1410  + BIO 1492 ) or (BIO 1510/1592  + BIO 1610/1692 ) + (CHEM 1410  or CHEM 1710 ) or appropriate placement score . Recommended: BIO 2292 .*

    Human Anatomy and Physiology I is an integrated study of human structure and function that covers the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems.

    * It is strongly recommended that students take the lab course concurrently with the lecture. The lab experience serves to enhance the student’s understanding of the concepts discussed in the lecture.

  
  
  • BIO 2310 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: BIO 2210 . Recommended: BIO 2392 .*

    Continues course of study begun in BIO 2210 , covering structure and function of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive and endocrine systems.

    * It is strongly recommended that students take the lab course concurrently with the lecture. The lab experience serves to enhance the student’s understanding of the concepts discussed in the lecture.

  
  • BIO 2392 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BIO 2292 . Pre- or corequisite: BIO 2310 .

    Provides lab exercises in anatomy and physiology, which complement topics covered in BIO 2310 , including specimen dissection and study of cadaver images and models.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • BIO 2410/2492 - Ecology & Evolution w/Laboratory

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BIO 1510/1592  + BIO 1610/1692 . Pre- or corequisite: MATH 1710  or MATH 1460 .

    Presents various topics associated with the principles of ecology and evolutionary biology. Darwinian principles, origin theory, the fossil record and patterns of diversification of ancient life, evolution of populations, speciation, phylogenetics, basics of ecology and study of the biosphere, behavioral ecology, population ecology, community ecology, ecosystem ecology and conservation biology.

    Note(s):
    • 45 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • BIO 2510/2592 - Plant & Animal Form and Function w/Laboratory

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BIO 1510/1592  + BIO 1610/1692 .

    Focuses on comparative botany and zoology. Topics covered are plant structure and growth, transport, nutrition, reproduction and development in plants. Introduction to animal form and function, animal nutrition, circulation and gas exchange, immune system function and evolution, control of the internal environment, chemical signaling, reproduction and development, nervous systems, sensory and motor mechanisms.

    Note(s):
    • 45 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • BIO 2710 - Pathophysiology I

    3 credit hour(s)


    Pre- or corequisite:   + BIO 2192  + BIO 2210 . Recommended: BIO 2292 .*

    Focuses on building a basic understanding of pathophysiology for health science students. Presents diseases of the circulatory, nervous, musculoskeletal and dermal systems.

    * It is highly recommended that students take BIO 2292  prior to taking BIO 2710 as the Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab experience is useful in mastering the concepts studied in BIO 2710.

 

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