May 21, 2024  
2011 - 2012 CNM Catalog June 2011, Volume 44 
    
2011 - 2012 CNM Catalog June 2011, Volume 44 [The CNM Academic Year includes Fall, Spring, Summer Terms]

Course Descriptions


 

Pharmacy Technician

School of Health, Wellness, & Public Safety (HWPS)

  
  • PT 1092 - Pharmacy Technician Lab I

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval). (Corequisite: PT 1003  + PT 1010  + PT 1015 )

    Focuses on the fundamentals of current pharmacy practice, including drug nomenclature, medical terminology and basic pharmacy skills. Lab includes practice in interpreting prescriptions, introduction to packaging and dispensing medications, extensive theory and experiential training in aseptic preparation of compounded sterile products including use of Laminar flow hood for media fill validation testing. (90 lab hours per term).
    Note(s)
    90 lab hours
  
  • PT 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (All courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PT 1510 - Advanced Pharmacy Technology

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PT 1010  + PT 1003  + PT 1015  + PT 1092 ). (Pre- or corequisites: COMM 1130  or COMM 2221  or COMM 2225  or COMM 2232 ). (Corequisite: PT 1515  + PT 1590  + PT 1592 )

    Continues study of dosage forms and routes of administration begun in PT 1010 ; covers techniques for compounding of drug products; drug selection, packaging and stability; practical aspects of successful employment and customer service; and theory relating to parenteral products.
    Note(s)
  
  • PT 1515 - Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite:   + PT 1590  + PT 1592 )

    Presents study of therapeutic drug categories, how drugs produce their effects and common side effects.
    Note(s)
  
  • PT 1590 - Pharmacy Technician Practicum

    5 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PT 1010  + PT 1003  + PT 1015  + PT 1092 . (Corequisite: PT 1510  + PT 1515  + PT 1592 )

    Provides the opportunity in institutional and community pharmacies for practical experience in applying what they have learned in classrooms and labs. (225 clinical hours per term).
    Note(s)
    225 clinical hours
  
  • PT 1592 - Pharmacy Technician Lab II

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PT 1010  + PT 1003  + PT 1015  + PT 1092 ). (Corequisite: PT 1510  + PT 1515  + PT 1590 )

    Provides further opportunity to develop skills in both non- sterile and sterile compounding of drug products, use of a laminar flow hood, reconstituting, compounding, packaging and labeling. Emphasis on preparation for the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE).
    Note(s)

Philosophy

School of Communication, Humanities, & Social Sciences (CHSS)

  
  • PHIL 1102 - Ethics in Society

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

    Examines important ethical theories and contemporary moral issues such as war and violence, the death penalty, euthanasia, privacy, animal rights and world hunger. Assists students in critically examining their own views and those of others, past and present, on these issues.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHIL 1110 - Introduction to Philosophical Thought

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores . Recommended prerequisite: ENG 1101 )

    Surveys the philosophical issues addressed by great thinkers of the western tradition. Introduces questions about knowledge, reality, goodness, the idea of God, government and society and the self.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHIL 1156 - Logic and Critical Thinking

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

    Introduces the tools of reason helpful in everyday decision making, skills for argument analysis and effective communication of ideas. Surveys informal fallacies and formal deductive systems.
    Note(s)
  
  
  • PHIL 2244 - Introduction to Existentialism

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

    Focuses on the development of existentialist themes including authenticity, freedom, and meaninglessness from the nineteenth century to today. Examines representative authors in the tradition such as Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Sartre, and de Beauvoir. Explores the effects of existentialism within philosophy and culture at large.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHIL 2245 - Business Ethics

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

    Provides a forum for discussion of the ethical and social problems affecting the business community. Examines differing views of economic justice.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHIL 2246 - Environmental Ethics

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

    Provides a forum for discussion of the ethical and social problems concerning the relationship between human activity (farming, industry, etc.) and the Earth’s environment.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHIL 2247 - Biomedical Ethics

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

    Provides a forum for discussion of the ethical and social problems affecting the medical professional and the practice of medicine.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHIL 2248 - Ethics Of Technology

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

    Provides a forum for discussion of the ethical and social problems arising from the uses of computers and technology.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHIL 2250 - Philosophy of Education

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

    Presents critical examination of classical and contemporary educational theories and philosophical movements in education. Emphasizes the relationship of philosophical theory and educational practice.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHIL 2257 - Formal Logic

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

    Introduces formal deductive logic: propositional logic, truth tables, argument forms and fallacies, predicate (symbolic) logic and method of proof.
    Note(s)

Phlebotomy

School of Health, Wellness, & Public Safety (HWPS)

  
  
  • PHLB 1090 - Clinical Phlebotomy

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: PHLB 1010  + PHLB 1092 )

    Provides opportunity for students to practice phlebotomy procedures on actual patients in area hospitals and clinics.
    Note(s)
    (6 weeks: 135 clinical hours per term)
  
  • PHLB 1092 - Phlebotomy Lab

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: PHLB 1010  + PHLB 1090  or department approval)

    Provides opportunity to practice phlebotomy skills and apply theory using artificial arms and human subjects.
    Note(s)
    (6 weeks: 90 lab hours per term)
  
  • PHLB 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.

Photonics

School of Applied Technologies

  
  • PHOT 1001 - Introduction to Photonics and Photonic Safety

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: MATH 0940  or appropriate placement score )

    Introduces fiber optics and light theory including the basics of laser safety and operation. This course presents the elements of fiber optics including theory and operation of fiber optics, handling of fiber optics, integrated optics, wave-guide transmission and fiber optic components. Light propagation topics are introduced. Safety procedures concerning lasers and related equipment are presented in this course.
    Note(s)
    45 theory + 45 lab hours
  
  • PHOT 1010 - Fiber Optics

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PHOT 1001 )

    Presents optical wave-guides and fibers as well as Fiber Optics Telecommunication. The course covers basic fiber optics components and active devices such as detectors for fiber optic systems, isolators, attenuators, circulators, couplers, cables, connectors, switches, pump lasers, transmission systems and repeaters.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 45 lab hours
  
  • PHOT 2001 - Optics

    6 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PHOT 1001 )

    Presents basic geometrical (ray) and physical (wave) optics. The course covers the basics of the light reflection and refraction and the use of simple optical elements. It reviews light wave interference, diffraction and polarization; the use of thin film coatings on mirrors; laser beam divergence in the near and far field; and the operation of such devices as gratings and quarter-wave plates. It also covers wave length, dispersion and refractive index measurements and the concept of modulation transfer function.
    Note(s)
    60 theory + 90 lab hours
  
  • PHOT 2005 - Introduction to Laser Systems

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: ELEC 1004  + ELEC 1092 ).

    Introduces the theory and operation of solid-state and gas lasers and presents continuous wave and pulsed systems. The course covers laser power and energy measurements, power supplies, cooling systems and safe operation of class 4 lasers. Hands on operation and alignment are emphasized. (15 theory + 135 lab hours)
    Note(s)
  
  • PHOT 2010 - Advanced Fiber Optics

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PHOT 1010 ; Pre- or corequisite: ELEC 2001 )

    Introduces metrology of Fiber Optic systems. It also covers source of loss in fiber optics networks and components: insertion loss, return loss and polarization dependent loss. Current fiber optics systems are explored.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 45 lab hours
  
  • PHOT 2020 - Advanced Laser Systems With Applications

    6 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PHOT 2005 )

    Covers the applications of laser Systems to industry. Includes laboratory experiences such as calibration techniques, interferometry, Q-switching. The course requires the student to write a technical paper.
    Note(s)
    60 theory + 90 lab hours
  
  • PHOT 2025 - Photonics Projects

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisites: PHOT 2020  + PHOT 2010 )

    Introduces the student to creative photonics design by participation in small project groups. Each group will select a photonics problem to solve by using innovative optical circuitry and possibly the construction of a working model.
    Note(s)
    15 theory + 135 lab hours
  
  • PHOT 2030 - Introduction to Biophotonics

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: MATH 0940  or appropriate scores)

    Presents DNA, cell proteins, cell structures, health physics, basics of light, electromagnetic spectrum, laser safety, geometric optics, wave optics, sensor fundamentals and light tissue interaction, including reflection, refraction, absorption and scattering.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 45 lab hours
  
  • PHOT 2035 - Biophotonics Applications

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PHOT 2030 )

    Focuses on present-day biophotonics applications.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 45 lab hours
  
  • PHOT 2095 - Cooperative Education

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Provides the opportunity for the student to work on a cooperative basis in an appropriate training program. Position is paid.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHOT 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite:Advanced Photonics Technology student)

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PHOT 2097 - Independent Study

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: advanced Photonics Technology student)

    Presents a problem to investigate and solve. The student designs the solution using a combination of techniques.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHOT 2098 - Internship

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Provides the opportunity for the student to work for one term on a cooperative basis in an appropriate training program. The position is not paid.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHOT 2999 - Capstone

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PHOT 2020 )

    Capstone projects course.
    Note(s)

Physics

School of Math, Science & Engineering

  
  
  • PHYS 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics)  See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PHYS 1510 - Physics I

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores ; MATH 1315  or MATH 1415  or MATH 1460 . Recommended prerequisite: working knowledge of trigonometry). (Recommended corequisite: PHYS 1592 )

    Introduces mechanics, sound and heat in non-calculus-based format. Satisfies pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-optometry and certain Technologies requirements.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHYS 1592 - Physics I Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or co-requisite: PHYS 1510 ).

    Emphasizes real-time experiments in mechanics, heat and waves. Introduces computer data collection and analysis. (45 lab hours per term)
    Note(s)
  
  
  • PHYS 1692 - Physics II Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or co-requisite: PHYS 1610 ).

    Focuses on experiments in electricity, magnetism and optics. Includes some computer simulations and data collection. (45 lab hours per term)
    Note(s)
  
  • PHYS 1710 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers I

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement score ) (Pre- or corequisite: MATH 1710 ). (Recommended corequisite: PHYS 1792 )

    Introduces calculus-based study of mechanics and sound waves for science and engineering students.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHYS 1792 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or co-requisite: PHYS 1710  )

    Focuses on real-time experiments in mechanics and waves. Includes computer and data collection and analysis. (45 lab hours per term)
    Note(s)
  
  • PHYS 1810 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers II

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PHYS 1710 ). (Pre- or corequisite: MATH 1715 ) (Recommended corequisite: PHYS 1892 )

    Emphasizes heat, electricity and magnetism for science and engineering students in calculus-based setting.
    Note(s)
  
  • PHYS 1892 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or co-requisite: PHYS 1810 ).

    Focuses on experiments in electricity, magnetism and heat. (45 lab hours per term)
    Note(s)
  
  • PHYS 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics)  See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PHYS 2710 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers III

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PHYS 1810 ). (Pre- or corequisite: MATH 2710 ).

    Emphasizes optics and topics in modern physics for science and engineering students in calculus-based setting.
    Note(s)

Plumbing

School of Applied Technologies

  
  • PLMB 1105 - Plumbing and Safety Fundamentals

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: MATH 0750  or appropriate placement scores ; or department approval; Recommended prerequisite: RDG 0750 )

    Introduces the basic fundamentals of plumbing and emphasizes the importance of safety specific to the plumbing trades.
    Note(s)
    (30 theory + 37.5 lab hours per term)
  
  • PLMB 1110 - Blueprint Reading

    2 credit hour(s)
    Explores interpretation of residential and commercial blueprints and isometric drawings. The students are taught the basics of sketching and design.
    Note(s)
    15 theory + 37.5 lab hours
  
  • PLMB 1115 - Introduction to Gas Fitting and Pipe Laying

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1105  + PLMB 1110 ; or department approval)

    Investigates design layout and installation of piping systems and the fundamentals of gas burning appliances.
    Note(s)
    15 theory + 37.5 lab hours
  
  • PLMB 1120 - Drain Waste and Vent I

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1105  + PLMB 1110 ; or department approval)

    Emphasizes layout and design of drain and vent systems in residential buildings.
    Note(s)
    15 theory + 37.5 lab hours
  
  • PLMB 1125 - Drain Waste and Vent II

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1105  + PLMB 1120 ; or department approval)

    Describes layout and design of drain and vent systems in commercial buildings.
    Note(s)
    15 theory + 37.5 lab hours
  
  • PLMB 1130 - Piping Systems

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisites: PLMB 1105  + PLMB 1115 ; or department approval)

    Introduces layout and design of water piping systems as well as the installation of plumbing fixtures.
    Note(s)
    15 theory + 37.5 lab hours
  
  • PLMB 1205 - Backflow Prevention

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PLMB 1130  or department approval)

    Focuses on the requirements of installation, repair and testing of backflow prevention assemblies. The successful completion of this course will qualify the student for a City of Albuquerque Backflow Tester’s certificate.
    Note(s)
    (15 theory + 37.5 lab hours per term)
  
  • PLMB 1210 - Commercial Plumbing

    2 credit hour(s)
    Presents the different aspects of the commercial plumbing industry.
    Note(s)
    15 theory + 37.5 lab hours
  
  • PLMB 1215 - Plumbing Theory and Repair

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1125  + PLMB 1130 ; or department approval)

    Focuses on maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures and includes the scientific principals explaining why water supply and sewage systems work as well as mathematical principals of plumbing.
    Note(s)
    15 theory + 37.5 lab hours
  
  • PLMB 1220 - Plumbing Code Applications

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1105  + PLMB 1110 ; or department approval)

    Prepares student to take the hands-on and written portions of the Journeyman’s test in the state of New Mexico.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 37.5 lab hours
  
  • PLMB 1225 - Building Maintenance and Repair

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1215  or department approval)

    Presents requirements for installation and repair of heating and cooling systems for commercial and residential applications.
    Note(s)
    15 theory + 37.5 lab hours
  
  • PLMB 1230 - Hydronics and Plumbing Systems

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1115  + PLMB 1130 ; or department approval)

    Explores hydronic heating and the special problems of the manufactured housing industry and rural plumbing.
    Note(s)
    15 theory + 37.5 lab hours
  
  • PLMB 1235 - Gas Code Applications

    3 credit hour(s)
    Completion of PLMB Term 1 (PLMB 1105  + ESH 2006  + PLMB 1305  + PLMB 1120  + PLMB 1110  + PLMB 1115  + PLMB 1130 )

    Prepares the student to take the hands on and written portions of the Journeyman Gasfitters test in the state of New Mexico.
    Note(s)
    (Theory 45 hours)
  
  • PLMB 1305 - Trades Math

    1 credit hour(s)
    Includes basic arithmetic, whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Covers volumes, weight measurements and basic algebra as it applies to plumbing.
    Note(s)
  
  • PLMB 1310 - Journeyman Preparation

    3 credit hour(s)
    Introduces licensing requirements, rules and regulations and the Uniform Plumbing Code for persons interested in becoming journey level plumbers and natural gas fitters in New Mexico.
    Note(s)
  
  
  • PLMB 1330 - Energy and Water Conservation Systems

    3 credit hour(s)
    Completion of PLMB Term 1 (PLMB 1105  + ESH 2006  + PLMB 1305  + PLMB 1120  + PLMB 1110  + PLMB 1115  + PLMB 1130 ) and PLMB Term 2 (PLMB 1125  + PLMB 1210  + PLMB 1225  + PLMB 1215  + PLMB 1220  + PLMB 1235 )

    Introduces the newest energy saving techniques for homes and commercial applications as they relate to the plumbing field. Including gray water, geo- thermal, energy design and application (LEED). Emphasis on energy saving appliances and low water consumption fixtures.
    Note(s)
    (30 theory + 37.5 lab hours)
  
  • PLMB 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PLMB 2997 - Independent Study

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Focuses on a specific problem while working with an instructor.
    Note(s)
  
  • PLMB 2999 - Plumbing Capstone Course

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

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

Plumbing Apprenticeship

School of Applied Technologies

  
  • PLAP 1117 - Plumbing Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the plumbing industry)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction, which includes safety, shop and trade math, plumbing processes, blueprint reading and mechanical code (plumbing) interpretation.
    Note(s)
  
  • PLAP 1127 - Plumbing Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the plumbing industry)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction, which includes safety, shop and trade math, plumbing processes, blueprint reading and mechanical code (plumbing) interpretation.
    Note(s)
  
  • PLAP 1217 - Plumbing Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the plumbing industry)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction, which includes safety, shop and trade math, plumbing processes, blueprint reading and mechanical code (plumbing) interpretation.
    Note(s)
  
  • PLAP 1227 - Plumbing Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the plumbing industry)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction, which includes safety, shop and trade math, plumbing processes, blueprint reading and mechanical code (plumbing) interpretation.
    Note(s)
  
  • PLAP 1317 - Plumbing Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the plumbing industry)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction, which includes safety, shop and trade math, plumbing processes, blueprint reading and mechanical code (plumbing) interpretation.
    Note(s)
  
  • PLAP 1327 - Plumbing Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the plumbing industry)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction, which includes safety, shop and trade math, plumbing processes, blueprint reading and mechanical code (plumbing) interpretation.
    Note(s)
  
  • PLAP 1417 - Plumbing Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the plumbing industry)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction, which includes safety, shop and trade math, plumbing processes, blueprint reading and mechanical code (plumbing) interpretation.
    Note(s)
  
  • PLAP 1427 - Plumbing Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the plumbing industry)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction, which includes safety, shop and trade math, plumbing processes, blueprint reading and mechanical code (plumbing) interpretation.
    Note(s)
  
  • PLAP 1517 - Plumbing Appr

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the plumbing industry)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction, which includes safety, shop and trade math, plumbing processes, blueprint reading and mechanical code (plumbing) interpretation.
    Note(s)
  
  • PLAP 1527 - Plumbing Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the plumbing industry)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction, which includes safety, shop and trade math, plumbing processes, blueprint reading and mechanical code (plumbing) interpretation.
    Note(s)

Political Science

School of Communication, Humanities, & Social Sciences (CHSS)

  
  • PSCI 1110 - The Political World

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

    Introduces politics, emphasizing how people can understand their own political systems and those of others.
    Note(s)
  
  • PSCI 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    3 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (All courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PSCI 2200 - U.S. Politics

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

    Surveys American politics: theory of democracy and political institutions, governmental branches and their bureaucracies.
    Note(s)
  
  • PSCI 2210 - State and Local Politics

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

    Analyze state and local politics, using New Mexico and other states as examples. Fall, spring only.
    Note(s)
  
  • PSCI 2220 - Comparative Government and Politics

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

    Compares the roles of public opinion, electoral systems, political parties, interest groups, governmental institutions and policy performance in European democracies, developing third-world nations and communist political systems.
    Note(s)
  
  • PSCI 2240 - International Politics

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

    Examines political behavior between and among nations, including various significant factors in international politics: nationalism, ideology, deterrence, balance of power, international law, and international conflict and collaboration.
    Note(s)
  
  • PSCI 2260 - Political Ideas

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

    Surveys classical and contemporary political ideas and ideologies; introduces many of the enduring political issues, which are presented in descriptive, analytical and normative terms. Fall only.
    Note(s)

Portuguese

School of Communication, Humanities, & Social Sciences (CHSS)

  
  • PORT 1101 - Beginning Portuguese I

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

    A multimedia course focusing on development of all four language skills using authentic Brazilian models of speech and behavior. Emphasis will be on listening, speaking and cultural understanding.
    Note(s)
  
  • PORT 1102 - Beginning Portuguese II

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PORT 1101  or department approval)

    A multimedia course focusing on the continued development of all four language skills using authentic Brazilian models of speech and behavior. Emphasis will be on listening, speaking and cultural understanding.
    Note(s)
  
  • PORT 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (All courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.

Process Control

School of Applied Technologies

  
  • PC 2001 - Electromechanical System Troubleshooting

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: ELEC 2001  or ELEC 2005 )

    Uses electromechanical systems donated by local industries. Initially focuses on systematic analysis to locate problems. Apply troubleshooting techniques to a complete electronic system. Expose students to equipment schematics, maintenance procedures and practice preventive and corrective maintenance troubleshooting.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 90 lab hours
  
  • PC 2005 - CIM Theory and Applications and Mobile Robot Design

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: ELEC 1005  + ELEC 1020 )

    Includes theory of computer integrated manufacturing (CIM), CIM systems used in industry and the programming and operation of such systems and micro-controllers.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 45 lab hours
  
  • PC 2010 - Robot Theory and Construction Applications

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: ELEC 1005  + ELEC 1020 )

    Includes theory, operation and maintenance procedures of industrial robots along with DC motors and motordrive circuitry and communications technology. Class will also complete a project (utilizing an industrial robot system) designed and constructed by students.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 45 lab hours

Project Management

School of Business & Information Technology (BIT)

  
  • PM 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: division approval)

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PM 1130 - Project Management Fundamentals

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  + ENG 0950 ; or appropriate placement scores ; or department approval)

    Provides an introduction to the field of project management in theory and practice, addresses the role of project managers in the current world of rapid change, increased competitive forces and increased expectations for the successful delivery of projects in organizations and exposes the student to hard” and “soft” techniques of project management.”
    Note(s)
  
  • PM 1150 - Effective Project Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  + ENG 0950 ; or department approval)

    Focuses on the competencies needed to apply effective project concepts and methodologies to create a positive environment. Effective leadership and team management concepts and how these concepts are used to align project management functions within an organization are presented.
    Note(s)
  
  • PM 2095 - Cooperative Education

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Provides an opportunity for a structured educational paid” work experience related to a student’s academic goals. Internship is a partnership between the student and both the educational institution and the employer with specified responsibilities for each party. Requires a minimum of 150 hours and must involve a new learning experiences.”
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  • PM 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: division approval)

    Presents various topics.
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    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PM 2097 - Independent Study

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Student works with the instructor on specific topics directly related to the course or program of study. The meeting time is arranged between the student and the instructor.
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  • PM 2098 - Internship

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Provides an opportunity for a structured educational unpaid” work experience related to a student’s academic goals. Internship is a partnership between the student and both the educational institution and the employer with specified responsibilities for each party. Requires a minimum of 150 hours and must involve a new learning experience.”
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  • PM 2200 - Budget and Resource Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: IT 1010  and PM 1130 ; or department approval)

    Exposes the student to earned value method and resource allocation to establish a realistic project baseline. Strategies used to effectively monitor, measure and control cost and schedule are also addressed. Emphasis will be placed on applying effective methods for keeping the project budget and schedule on target, setting project standards and effective use of metrics to measure project success.
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  • PM 2210 - Contract Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PM 1130  or department approval)

    Covers various forms of project contracts and legal documentation. Critical duties preformed by contracting personnel and project managers during the negotiation and contact administration phase of the acquisition process are emphasized.
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  • PM 2250 - Advanced Project Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PM 1130  + PM 1150  + PM 2200  + PM 2210 ; or department approval)

    Emphasizes the various types of knowledge and skills that are required by an experienced project manager and how to deal with advanced problems in organization structure, behavior and leadership. Students create a project plan, prepare a project master schedule, develop a work breakdown structure, allocate various resources and assign labor amounts to a specific project. Program core competencies are also measured in this course.
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