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2016 - 2018 CNM Catalog, Volume 49 [The CNM Academic Year includes Fall, Spring, Summer Terms]

Course Descriptions

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Electronics
  

  • ELEC 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):
  

  • ELEC 1101 - Digital Circuits Concepts and Design

    3 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: ELEC 1192 .
    Covers the fundamentals of Digital logic, and FPGAs. Building/troubleshooting digital electronics devices and circuits with emphasis on components using the FPGA and VHDL coding. Project Design, Synthesis, Behavioral Simulation, and Configuration of Hardware Devices are the main processes of the class to program digital gates, combinational logic circuits, and basic digital devices (counters, shift registers, DAC, etc.)
  

  • ELEC 1192 - Digital Circuit Concepts and Design Lab

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: ELEC 1101 .
    Laboratory exercise designed to reinforce the concepts from ELEC 1101 .

    Note(s):

    • 90 lab hours
  

  • ELEC 1202 - Semiconductor/Solid State Devices

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ELEC 1004  + ELEC 1092 .
    Corequisite: ELEC 1292 .
    This course will cover the following components/devices and their application: Diodes, Transistors, Operational Amplifiers, MOSFETs, Integrated Circuits, Switching Power Supplies, DC-DC Converters, Inverters. Includes measurement, conversion/control, troubleshooting electronic circuits with emphasis on Integrated Circuits.
  

  • ELEC 1292 - Semicon/Ssdev Lab

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: ELEC 1202 .
    Laboratory exercise designed to reinforce the concepts from ELEC 1202 .

    Note(s):

    • 90 lab hours
  

  • ELEC 1301 - Electromechanical Devices & Systems

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ELEC 1202  + ELEC 1292 .
    Corequisite: ELEC 1393 .
    Presents theory and application of mechanical devices and their control circuits. Includes hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs, AC and DC and VFD motors, stepper motors and servomechanisms. Students design, assemble, operate and troubleshoot electromechanical systems.
  

  • ELEC 1393 - Electromechanical Devices & Systems Lab

    2 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: ELEC 1301 .
    Laboratory exercise designed to reinforce the concepts from ELEC 1301 .

    Note(s):

    • 90 lab hours
  

  • ELEC 1401 - Telecommunications Circuits & Systems

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ELEC 1202  + ELEC 1301 .
    Corequisite: ELEC 1492 .
    This course covers tuned amplifiers, oscillators, optoelectronic devices, AM/FM & Single-Sideband communications. Coding techniques, Transmission lines, Antennas, Waveguides and RADAR, Television.
  

  • ELEC 1492 - Telecommunications Circuits & Systems Lab

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: ELEC 1401 .
    Laboratory exercise designed to reinforce the concepts from ELEC 1401 .

    Note(s):

    • 90 lab hours
  

  • ELEC 2010 - Intro/Embedded Sys

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ELEC 1202  + ELEC 1292 .
    Focuses on programming an embedded system in a Windows environment. Programs written in Assembly Language are assembled to process instructions and data for controlling various I/O functions. Emphasis is given to a final I/O project involving input sensors (transducers), A/D converters, D/A converters and output devices (actuators).

    Note(s):

    • 30 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours
  

  • ELEC 2020 - Upgrading and Repairing PCs

    3 credit hour(s)
    This course maps fully to CompTIA’s new 2006 A+ Exam objectives. The course is designed to be a complete, step-by-step approach for learning the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshooting computer hardware.

    Note(s):

    • 30 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours
  

  • ELEC 2025 - Advanced Upgrading and Repairing PCs

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ELEC 2020 .
    This course maps fully to CompTIA’s new 2006 A+ Exam objectives. The course is designed to be a complete, step-by-step approach for learning the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshooting computer software.

    Note(s):

    • 30 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours
  

  • ELEC 2040 - Systems Simulation

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ELEC 1301  + ELEC 1393  + ELEC 2010 .
    Electronics Test Equipment and Systems, Block Diagram & Signal Flow Analysis. Use of Simulation Software to teach design and troubleshooting.

    Note(s):

    • 30 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours
  

  • ELEC 2095 - Cooperative Education

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Provides an opportunity for the student to work for one term on a cooperative basis in an appropriate training program. The position is paid.
  

  • ELEC 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-8 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):
  

  • ELEC 2097 - Independent Study

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Allows the student to investigate and solve a problem. The student designs the solution using a combination of techniques.
  

  • ELEC 2098 - Internship

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Provides an opportunity for the student to work for one term on a cooperative basis in an appropriate training program. The position is not paid.
  

  • ELEC 2999 - Capstone

    2 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: ELEC 1401  + ELEC 1492  + ELEC 2010 .
    Capstone projects course.

    Note(s):

    • 15 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

Elementary Education
  

  • ELEM 1189 - The Paraprofessional in the Classroom

    2 credit hour(s)
    Provides students with the practical and theoretical knowledge of the role of the educational paraprofessional.

Emergency Medical Technician
  

  • EMS 1001 - EMS First Responder Theory

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: IRW 0970  or appropriate placement score .
    Pre- or corequisite: HLTH 1001 .
    Corequisite: EMS 1091 .
    Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to assist in patient emergencies in the workplace and non-transport settings. Some fire services allow First Responder certification as a minimum requirement for employment; most prehospital EMS services require EMT-Basic licensure. Includes instruction on preparatory topics, airway management, patient assessment, medical emergencies, trauma emergencies, pediatric care and EMS operations. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards and incorporates the NM First Responder Scope of Practice.

    Note(s):
    • This course is NOT a pre- or corequisite for any other level of EMS training at CNM
  

  • EMS 1053 - EMT Basic Theory

    6 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: IRW 0980  + MATH 0970  or appropriate placement score .
    Pre- or corequisite: HLTH 1001  + ENG 1101 .
    Corequisite: EMS 1093  + EMS 1190 .
    Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to begin a career in emergency medical services. Includes instruction on preparatory topics, airway management, patient assessment, medical emergencies, trauma emergencies, pediatric care and EMS operations. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards and incorporates the NM EMT-Basic Scope of Practice.
  

  • EMS 1091 - EMS First Responder Lab

    1 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: EMS 1001 .
    Students will be introduced to a variety of First Responder emergency skills and patient assessment strategies.

    Note(s):

    • This course is NOT a pre- or corequisite for any other level of EMS training at CNM
    • 45 lab hours
  

  • EMS 1092 - EMS Basic Supplemental Skills Lab (CR/NC)

    1 credit hour(s)

    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 1093 .
    Provides EMT-Basic students the opportunity for additional supervised learning and practice of EMS skills and patient assessment strategies in the campus laboratory. Reinforces topics in preparation for state licensure and national certification EMS exams.

     

    Note(s):

    • 45 lab hours

     
  

  • EMS 1093 - EMT Basic Lab

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: EMS 1053  + EMS 1190 .
    Students will practice simulated patient care exercises focused on splinting and bandaging, airway management, medication administration and patient assessment. Meets or exceeds the psychomotor objectives of the National EMS Education Standards and incorporates the NM EMT-Basic Scope of Practice. At the completion of the EMT-Basic theory and lab courses, students are eligible to take the State of New Mexico EMT-Basic licensure examination.

    Note(s):

    • 90 lab hours
  

  • EMS 1096-1996 - Special Topics

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

    Note(s):
  

  • EMS 1190 - EMT Basic Clinical

    1 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: EMS 1053  + EMS 1093 .
    Provides practice of basic skills in a clinical setting. At the completion of the basic course series students are eligible to take the State of New Mexico EMT Basic licensure examination. Current proof of healthcare provider CPR certification and proof of health insurance is required for this course. Program fee required.

    Note(s):

    • 45 clinical hours
  

  • EMS 1412 - Advanced EMT (EMT-I) Theory

    6 credit hour(s)

    Prerequisite: EMS 1053  + EMS 1093  + EMS 1190 * + department approval.
    Pre- or corequisite: ENG 1101  + MATH 1210  or higher.
    Corequisite: EMS 1493 .
    Builds on material presented in the EMT-Basic course. Special emphasis is placed on teaching advanced assessment skills. In addition, the course will expand significantly the number of medications a student can administer in an emergency setting as well as instruction on the theory of IV fluid resuscitation. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards and incorporates the NM EMT- Intermediate Scope of Practice.

    * or EMS 1010 (2007-09)
  

  • EMS 1493 - Advanced EMT (EMT-I) Lab

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: EMS 1412 .
    Prepares students to participate in the clinical experience. Students will practice simulated patient care exercises focused on IV fluid therapy, medication administration and advanced patient assessment skills. Meets or exceeds the psychomotor objectives of the National EMS Education Standards and incorporates the NM EMT-Intermediate Scope of Practice.

    Note(s):

    • 90 lab hours
  

  • EMS 1715 - First Responder, EMT-B, and EMT-I Refresher

    2 credit hour(s)
    This is a State of New Mexico approved course. It meets the refresher requirements for First Responder, EMT-Basic and EMT-Intermediate licensure renewal. Additionally, this course meets NREMT refresher requirements for First Responder and EMT-Basic certification renewal. Hours in excess of refresher requirements will be awarded CE credit. Students must be licensed EMS providers.

    Note(s):

    • Meets the refresher requirements for EMS licensure renewal at the First Responder, EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate and Paramedic levels
  

  • EMS 1890 - Advanced EMT (EMT-I) Clinical

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: EMS 1412  + EMS 1493  + department approval.
    Provides practice of intermediate skills in a clinical setting. At the completion of the advanced EMT course series, students are eligible to take the State of New Mexico EMT Intermediate licensure examination. Current EMT-B New Mexico State license and current proof of professional CPR and proof of health insurance are required. Program fee required.

    Note(s):

    • 90 clinical hours
  

  • EMS 2015 - EMS Combo BLS/ILS/ALS Refresher

    2 credit hour(s)
    This is a combination refresher course for licensed EMT Basic, EMT Intermediate /AEMT and EMT-Paramedic Providers. This includes online work, quizzes as well as in class homework. This is on online course with 2 days of in class lab instruction. Total contact time is 60 hours. This refresher meets the NREMT and NM EMS Bureau requirements.

    Note(s):
    • Requires either a New Mexico EMS license or national registry certification.
  

  • EMS 2092 - EMS Advanced Supplemental Skills Lab (CR/NC)

    1 credit hour(s)

    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 1493  or EMS 2293 .
    Provides EMT-Intermediate and Paramedic students opportunity for additional learning and practice of advanced EMS skills and patient assessment strategies in the campus laboratory before going into the clinical setting. Additional IV skills practice may be required. Reinforces topics in preparation for state licensure and national certification EMS exams. Current EMT-B (or higher) New Mexico State License or NREMT certification required.

     

    Note(s):

    • 45 lab hours
  

  • EMS 2093 - Vehicle Extrication (CR/NC)

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: EMS 1053  or EMS 1412  or FS 1010 .
    Provides training in the methods of vehicle extrication which meets Department of Transportation (DOT), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA) standards for Basic Vehicle Extrication. The emphasis of this course is hands on application of the tools in a lab environment. The EMS Program has a limited quantity bunker gear (safety equipment), students may be asked to provide their own safety equipment in some cases.

    Note(s):

    • 45 lab hours
  

  • EMS 2097 - Independent Study

    1-4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Allows the student and instructor to define a specific problem in the area of the student’s interest and directly related to the program. The student develops and executes a solution using analytical techniques appropriate to the problem. An oral presentation may be required.
  

  • EMS 2103 - Human Systems Pathophysiology and Development

    3 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: EMS 2105  + EMS 2192  + EMS 2207 .
    This course focuses on how common traumatic and medical emergencies affect normal anatomy and physiology for patients of all ages. This course complements other required EMS courses to show how both physical and drug intervention attempt to return a diseased or injured body to a normal physiologic state. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards and incorporates the NM EMT-Paramedic Scope of Practice.
  

  • EMS 2105 - EMS Program Success Course

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2103  + EMS 2192  + EMS 2207 .
    This course contains a review EMT Basic Foundational knowledge, techniques for time management, learning strategies, test preparation, decision making, critical thinking, work/life balance, study habits in paramedic school, professional behavior expectations, EMS chart writing , clinical data entry and tracking and EMS Medical Terminology.
  

  • EMS 2192 - Drug Calculations Lab

    2 credit hour(s)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1410  + (EMS 1190  or EMS 1890 ) + (ENG 1101  or ENG 1102  or ENG 1119 ) + AAS Mathematics Requirement  + PSY 1105  + department approval.
    Corequisite: EMS 2103  + EMS 2207  + EMS 2105 .
    This course presents dosage calculation methods for enteral and parenteral medications, including intravenous therapy and pediatric dosages in the EMS environment. This course is a hands on approach to calculations used in an emergency situation in the prehospital setting. This course integrates patient assessment for the Term 1 paramedic student.  This course also Provides instruction needed to provide advanced care for patients in a clinical setting. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards and incorporates the NM EMT- Paramedic Scope of Practice.

     

    Note(s):

    • 90 Lab hours
  

  • EMS 2207 - Legal Issues and Report Writing

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: EMS 2103  + EMS 2105  + EMS 2192 .
    Presents legal and ethical dilemmas for paramedic providers. The course will also review the aspects of documentation that can reduce the risk of legal litigation. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the EMT-Paramedic National Standard Curriculum and incorporates the NM EMT- Paramedic Scope of Practice.
  

  • EMS 2213 - Endocrine and GI/GU Theory

    1 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: EMS 2217  +EMS 2223  + EMS 2291 + EMS 2313 .
    Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to provide advanced care for patients with endocrine and GI/GU emergencies. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the EMT-Paramedic National Standard Curriculum and incorporates the NM EMT-Paramedic Scope of Practice.
  

  • EMS 2217 - Pharmacology Theory

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: EMS 2103  + EMS 2105  + EMS 2192  + EMS 2207 .
    Corequisite: EMS 2213  + EMS 2223  + EMS 2291  + EMS 2313 .
    Provides understanding of how chemical agents act upon the body and the theoretical base for administering medications in the emergency setting. Includes pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, therapeutic uses, adverse reactions, precautions and contraindications of medications used in the prehospital setting. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards and incorporates the NM EMT-Paramedic Scope of Practice.
  

  • EMS 2223 - Advanced Trauma Theory

    3 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: EMS 2213  + EMS 2217  + EMS 2291 + EMS 2313 
    Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to provide advanced care for trauma patients. Includes instruction on the theory of advanced airway management and IV fluid resuscitation. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards, Prehospital Trauma Life Support and incorporates the NM EMT-Paramedic Scope of Practice.
  

  • EMS 2291 - Paramedic Lab I

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: EMS 2213  + EMS 2217  + EMS 2223 + EMS 2313 .
    Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to provide advanced care for patients in a clinical setting. Includes instruction on advanced airway management, medication administration, IV fluid resuscitation, and patient assessment. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards, Prehospital Trauma Life Support and incorporates the NM EMT-Paramedic Scope of Practice. (90 Lab Hours)

    Note(s):
    • 90 Lab hours
    • Formerly Introduction to Paramedic Lab
  

  • EMS 2293 - Advanced Trauma Lab

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: EMS 1053  + EMS 1093  
    Corequisite: EMS 2223 .
    Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to provide advanced care for trauma patients. Includes instruction on advanced airway management and IV fluid resuscitation. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards, Prehospital Trauma Life Support and incorporates the NM EMT-Paramedic Scope of Practice. A current EMT-B New Mexico State License or current EMT-B NREMT certification will be accepted for EMS 1053  + EMS 1093 .

    Note(s):
     

    • 90 lab hours
  

  • EMS 2303 - Cardiovascular Theory

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: EMS 2213  + EMS 2217  + EMS 2223  + EMS 2291  + EMS 2313 .
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2307  + EMS 2390  + EMS 2393  + EMS 2513 .
    Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to provide advanced care for cardiac patients. Includes instruction on the theory of 12-lead ECG interpretation. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and incorporates the NM EMT-Paramedic Scope of Practice.
  

  • EMS 2307 - Respiratory Theory

    2 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2303  +  EMS 2390  + EMS 2393  +EMS 2513 .
    Provides the paramedic student the skills to properly assess and treat a patient with various respiratory problems. The content will include anatomy and physiology from an EMS perspective.
  

  • EMS 2313 - Neurological Theory

    2 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2213  + EMS 2217  + EMS 2223  + EMS 2291 .
    Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to provide advanced care for neurological patients. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards and incorporates the NM EMT- Paramedic Scope of Practice.
  

  • EMS 2390 - Hospital Clinical I

    2 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2303  + EMS 2307  + EMS 2393  + EMS 2513 .
    This course provides students with clinical time in local hospitals to administer medications, perform airway skills, perform venous access and assess patients of all age groups with various medical or traumatic conditions. This clinical will have an adult focus.

    Note(s):
    • 120 Clinical intensive hours
  

  • EMS 2393 - Paramedic Lab II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2303  + EMS 2307  + EMS 2390  + EMS 2513 .
    Students will practice simulated patient care related to second and third semester paramedic courses. Students will develop treatment strategies to manage various medical and trauma emergencies. Meets or exceeds the psychomotor objectives of the National EMS Education Standards, Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

    Note(s):
    • 135 lab hours
    • Formerly Paramedic Lab I
  

  • EMS 2503 - Pediatric and Gynecology Theory

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: EMS 2303  + EMS 2307  + EMS 2313  + EMS 2390  + EMS 2393 .
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2507  + EMS 2590  + EMS 2593  + EMS 2790 .
    Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to provide advanced care for pediatric and obstetric patients. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards, Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pediatric Emergencies for Prehospital Providers (PEPP) and incorporates the NM EMT-Paramedic Scope of Practice.
  

  • EMS 2507 - Environmental Theory

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2503  +EMS 2590  + EMS 2593  + EMS 2790 .
    Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to provide advanced care for patients with experiencing environmental emergencies. Includes instruction on toxicology, hazardous materials and weapons of mass destruction. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS Education Standards.
  

  • EMS 2513 - Behavioral Emergencies and Communication

    1 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2303  + EMS 2307  + EMS 2390  + EMS 2393 .
    Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to provide advanced care for patients experiencing behavioral emergencies. Includes instruction on effective communication with patients, coworkers and other healthcare professionals. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the EMT-Paramedic National Standard Curriculum and incorporates the National EMS Education Standards.
  

  • EMS 2590 - Hospital Clinical II

    1 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2503  + EMS 2507  +  EMS 2593  + EMS 2790  .
    This course provides students with clinical time in local hospitals to administer medications, perform airway skills, performs venous access, and assess patients of all age groups with various medical or traumatic conditions. This clinical will have a pediatric focus.

    Note(s):
    • 60 Clinical intensive hours
  

  • EMS 2593 - Paramedic Lab III

    2 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2503  + EMS 2507  + EMS 2590  + EMS 2790 .
    Students will practice simulated patient care related to second, third, and fourth term semester paramedic courses. Students will develop treatment strategies to manage various medical and trauma emergencies. Meets or exceeds the psychomotor objectives of the National EMS Education Standards, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Pediatric Emergencies for Prehospital Providers (PEPP).

    Note(s):
    • 90 lab hours
    • Formerly Paramedic Lab II
  

  • EMS 2715 - Paramedic Refresher

    2 credit hour(s)
    This is a State of New Mexico approved course. It meets the refresher requirements for EMT-Paramedic licensure renewal. Additionally, this course meets NREMT refresher requirements for EMT-Paramedic certification renewal. Hours in excess of refresher requirements will be awarded CE credit. Students must be licensed paramedics.

    Note(s):

    • Meets the refresher requirements for EMS licensure renewal at the First Responder, EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate and Paramedic levels
    • 15 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours
  

  • EMS 2790 - Capstone Field Experience

    6 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: EMS 2503  + EMS 2507  + EMS 2590  + EMS 2593 .
    This course is the summative evaluation of paramedic training . Paramedic students to be able to integrate pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement the treatment plan for patients with common complaints. Students will show competency as a team lead and team member . This meets the  National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians guidelines and standards.  Under the direction of a field preceptor, the student will learn to safely manage  a prehospital emergency. The student will arrange EMS field time through the internship coordinator. This course also includes preparation for the NREMT psychomotor skills exam.

    Note(s):
    • 360 Clinical hours

Engineering
  

  • ENGR 1010 - Survey of Engineering Fields

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: IRW 0980  + MATH 1310  or appropriate placement score .
    Introduces the engineering design process and exploration of careers in engineering.

    Note(s):
    • Students not meeting the IRW 0980  prerequisite may elect to take CSE 1101  as a Pre- or Corequisite to this course.
  

  • ENGR 2088 - Engineering Specialty

    1-16 credit hour(s)
    This course is used to transfer approved courses from other colleges and universities to fulfill requirements for the AS Engineering degree. Please contact the School of Math, Science & Engineering for a list of approved courses.
  

  • ENGR 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):
  

  • ENGR 2710 - Thermodynamics

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: CHEM 1710  /CHEM 1792  + MATH 1715  + PHYS 1810 .
    First and second laws of thermodynamics and their applications to engineering systems. Thermodynamic equilibrium, thermodynamic properties, availability and irreversibility.
  

  • ENGR 2810 - Engineering Statics

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: PHYS 1710  + MATH 1715 .
    Introduces the following concepts: statics of particles and rigid bodies in two and three dimensions using vector algebra as an analytical tool, centroids, distributed loads, trusses, frames and friction.
  

  • ENGR 2815 - Engineering Dynamics

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENGR 2810 .
    Pre- or corequisite: MATH 2710 .
    Kinematics and kinetics of particles, systems of particles and solid bodies. Force/acceleration, work/energy and impulse/momentum principles. Graphical analysis, mechanisms and vibrations.
  

  • ENGR 2910 - Circuit Analysis I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: CSCI 1151  or CSCI 1152  or CSCI 1153 .
    Pre- or corequisite: PHYS 1810  + MATH 2910 .
    This course introduces the following concepts: basic elements and sources, energy and power, Ohm’s Law and Kirchhoff’s Law resistive networks, node and loop analysis, Thevenin’s and Norton’s theorems, sinusoidal sources and complex representations and three phase circuits.
  

  • ENGR 2915 - Circuit Analysis II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENGR 2910  + MATH 2910 .
    This course focuses on the following: differential equation modeling and analysis of linear circuits with sinusoidal inputs (phasors, impedances, admittances, power); comprehensive treatment of circuit analysis in the frequency domain (Laplace transforms, frequency response, Bode plots, Fourier analysis).

English
  

  • ENG 0196-0996 - Special Topics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):
  

  • ENG 1101 - College Writing

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: IRW 0980  or appropriate placement score .
    Emphasizes text-based essay composition, including critical reading, summary writing and synthesis.
  

  • ENG 1102 - Analytic and Argumentative Writing

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Emphasizes analytic and argumentative writing with reading and research in exposition and literature.
  

  • ENG 1119 - Technical Communications

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Introduces study of written and verbal communication in business and industry.
  

  • ENG 1150 - Study Of Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Introduces the academic study of literature.
  

  • ENG 2096-2996 - Special Topics in Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):
  

  • ENG 2206 - Popular Literature: Detective Novel

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Surveys detective fiction as a literary genre, examining its distinctive traits as they developed in Britain and America.
  

  • ENG 2207 - Popular Literature: Science Fiction

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Surveys the science fiction genre, examining its history, its dominant themes and ideas and its most important creators.
  

  • ENG 2210 - Film as Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Presents study of film as visual literature, surveying major trends in the history of film.
  

  • ENG 2213 - Film Genres: Comedy

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Surveys the history of film comedy, from early silent films to more recent developments. Examines the artistic, cultural and historical forces that created the genre.
  

  • ENG 2214 - Film Genres: Film Noir

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Surveys the film style/genre known as film noir. Investigates the cultural/stylistic origins of noir, its characteristic and conventional elements, its principal subject interests and narrative techniques and representative examples of noir’s evolution in film history.
  

  • ENG 2216 - Film Genres: World Cinema

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Surveys the films from Africa, Latin America, the Middle East and Southeast Asia. Addresses topics of post- colonialism and national identity as well as film history and aesthetics in emerging national cinemas.
  

  • ENG 2219 - Technical Writing

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1102 .
    Emphasizes writing in industry, research laboratories, business and other professional settings.
  

  • ENG 2220 - Expository Writing

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1102 .
    Focuses on advanced composition, concentrating on critical reading of prose and writing expository and argumentative essays.
  

  • ENG 2221 - Creative Writing: Fiction

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Introduces fiction writing as a creative process.
  

  • ENG 2222 - Creative Writing: Poetry

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Introduces poetry writing as a creative process.
  

  • ENG 2240 - Traditional Grammar

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1102 .
    Surveys traditional grammar, introducing linguistic terminology and methods for identifying and understanding parts of speech, parts of sentences and basic sentence patterns.
  

  • ENG 2250 - Analysis of Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1102 .
    Emphasizes methods of literary analysis and critical writing applied to literary techniques, conventions and themes.
  

  • ENG 2251 - Introduction to Dramatic Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Introduces structure and nature of drama as a literary form: Greek, Renaissance, Enlightenment and Modern eras.
  

  • ENG 2262 - Survey of Earlier World Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1102 .
    Surveys poetry, fiction and drama from primarily non-English cultures: ca. 1500 B.C. - A.D. 1650.
  

  • ENG 2263 - Survey of Later World Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1102 .
    Surveys poetry, fiction and drama from primarily non-English cultures: ca. 1650 to present.

    Note(s):

    • Typically offered Spring term only.
  

  • ENG 2282 - Modern Latin American Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1101 
    Emphasizes chronicles, diaries, drama, poetry, essays and fiction of Latin America from late 19th century to the present.
  

  • ENG 2284 - Survey of Earlier English Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1102 .
    Survey British literature from Old English to 1798.

    Note(s):

    • Typically offered Fall term only.
  

  • ENG 2285 - Survey of Later English Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1102 .
    Surveys English literature from the late 18th century to the present.

    Note(s):

    • Typically offered Spring term only.
  

  • ENG 2287 - Earlier American Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1102  or department approval.
    Introduces short stories, poetry, drama and nonfiction from colonial U.S. to 1865.
  

  • ENG 2288 - Later American Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ENG 1102 .
    Continues study of American literature begun in ENG 2287 . Focuses on short stories, poetry, drama, the novel and nonfiction from the 1865 to the present.

    Note(s):

    • Typically offered Fall term only.

English as a Second Language
  

  • ESL 0250 - ESL Literacy

    0 credit hour(s)
    Introduces alphabet, phonemic system, basic vocabulary and simple sentences in meaningful, communicative contexts. For students who have had no previous exposure to written or spoken English.
  

  • ESL 0350 - Beginning ESL

    0 credit hour(s)
    Develops English language skills with an emphasis on pronunciation practice, listening comprehension, conversation and basic grammar.
  

  • ESL 0450 - Low Intermediate ESL

    0 credit hour(s)
    Focuses on practice in communication skills for everyday life, which may include voicing opinions and responding appropriately in conversations on familiar topics, discussing short reading selections, learning and reviewing grammatical skills and conventions of oral and written English.
  

  • ESL 0500 - Integrated ESL

    0 credit hour(s)
    Presents reading, writing, listening, speaking and grammatical skills through group work, paired practice and self-paced instruction. Comprehensive, community-based classes for students at all levels of English proficiency.
  

  • ESL 0505 - ESL Learning Center

    0 credit hour(s)
    Includes individualized study and tutoring in English language skills with access to computer, video and audio programs as well as other instructional materials in the Adult Education Learning Center at Main Campus or Montoya Campus.
  

  • ESL 0550 - High Intermediate ESL

    0 credit hour(s)
    Expands focus on practice in communication skills for everyday life, which may include voicing opinions and responding appropriately in conversations on familiar topics, discussing short reading selections, learning and reviewing grammatical skills and conventions of oral and written English.
  

  • ESL 0600 - Citizenship

    0 credit hour(s)
    Covers English language skills, American history and government. For students who have a high intermediate to advanced level of English and are preparing to become American citizens.
  

  • ESL 0650 - Low Advanced ESL

    0 credit hour(s)
    Covers English conversation, writing, reading and evaluation of materials and study of advanced grammar in meaningful, communicative contexts.
  

  • IBEC 0500 - I-BEST/ESL Early Childhood Multicultural Education

    0 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: Must be co-enrolled with ECME course
    Develops English language skills needed to complete academic requirements and work in professional early child multicultural education positions. Language instruction is contextualized within the framework of the ECME class in which students are co-enrolled, and presented through group work, project-based instruction, paired practice and self-paced instruction. Content instruction in English and Spanish is used to achieve the objectives of both ESL and ECME components.
  

  • IBNA 0500 - I-BEST/ESL Nursing Assistant

    0 credit hour(s)
    ESL for the Nursing Assistant Program develops English language skills needed to pass the CNA course, pass the state certification exam and to work successfully as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Language instruction is contextualized within the framework of the CNA class in which students are co-enrolled, and presented through group work, paired practice and self-paced instruction.

English for Speakers of Other Languages
  

  • ESOL 0196-0996 - Special Topics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):
 

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