May 20, 2024  
2018 - 2020 CNM Catalog, Volume 50 
    
2018 - 2020 CNM Catalog, Volume 50 [The CNM Academic Year includes Fall, Spring, Summer Terms]

Course Descriptions


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Sociology

  
  • SOC 2280 - Social Science Research

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: SOC 1101 .
    Introduces decision making processes and tools involved in social science research, including surveys, field research, experiments and use of existing sources.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to SOCI 2410. Read more.  

  
  • SOC 2999 - Sociology Capstone

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: SOC 1101  + any 2000 level SOC course.
    Students will reflect back over their experiences at CNM and use sociological perspectives to make connections across disparate courses. Students will consider what they intend to do with their degree-visualizing how they plan to use their sociological coursework to accomplish their transfer or workforce goals. Students will engage in pre-research activities that will prepare them for upper division sociology course work.
     

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to SOCI 2999. Read more.  


Spanish

  
  • SPAN 1101 - Beginning Spanish

    4 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:   
    Introduces listening, speaking and grammatical skills for students with no previous exposure to Spanish. Includes an online workbook and lab manual.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to SPAN 1110. Read more.  

  
  • SPAN 1102 - Beginning Spanish II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 1101  or appropriate placement score .
    Continues course of study begun in SPAN 1101 : listening, speaking, grammatical skills. Includes an online workbook and lab manual.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to SPAN 1120. Read more.  

  
  • SPAN 1103 - Beginning Spanish I Conversation

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: SPAN 1102  or department approval.
    Introduces basic conversational skills and practice speaking Spanish.

  
  • SPAN 1104 - Spanish for Medical Professionals

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 1101  or appropriate placement score 
    Presents practical situations where Spanish is frequently encountered in healthcare settings. Includes vocabulary relating to medical history taking, human anatomy, diagnostic tests, procedures, and treatment plans. Includes regional lay terminology for human anatomy, signs, symptoms, and medical conditions.

  
  • SPAN 1111 - Heritage Spanish Language

    4 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:   
    Designed for students who have been exposed to Spanish in the home and community environments, consider Spanish their heritage language and wish to expand their skills. Emphasizes speaking, reading and grammatical concepts.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to SPAN 1210. Read more.  

  
  • SPAN 1112 - Heritage Spanish Language II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 1101  or SPAN 1111 .
    Continues skills acquisition begun in SPAN 1111 . Emphasizes reading and writing with extension of study of grammatical concepts.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to SPAN 1220. Read more.  

  
  • SPAN 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    3 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):


  
  • SPAN 2201 - Intermediate Spanish I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 1102  or appropriate placement score .
    Continues course of study begun in SPAN 1101  and SPAN 1102 . Emphasizes expansion of conversational, reading and writing skills. Includes an online workbook and lab manual.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to SPAN 2110. Read more.  

  
  • SPAN 2202 - Intermediate Spanish II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 2201  or appropriate placement score .
    Reviews grammar with an emphasis on writing skills. Provides conversational activities to increase fluency.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to SPAN 2120. Read more.  

  
  • SPAN 2203 - Intermediate Spanish II Conversation

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: SPAN 2202  or department approval.
    Emphasizes skills in speaking Spanish.

  
  • SPAN 2204 - Spanish Language in Film

    1 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: SPAN 2202  or SPAN 2376 .
    Explores themes relevant to Spanish-speaking societies through the viewing and analysis of critically acclaimed films and documentaries.  Such themes include cultural and/or religious conflict, rural vs. urban and migration issues, changing gender and social roles, marginalized peoples, and globalization.

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  • SPAN 2277 - The Art and Skill of Translation

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 2202  or department approval.
    Introduces the art and profession of translation with a focus on practical translation problems in Spanish. Studies texts from the area of journalism, law, business and literature for translation from Spanish to English and form English to Spanish.

    Note(s):

    • Class conducted in Spanish.

  
  • SPAN 2280 - Introduction to Hispanic Literature

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 2202  or SPAN 2376  or department approval.
    Presents selected readings from literature written in Spanish by Spanish and Spanish-American authors.

  
  • SPAN 2375 - Accelerated Beginning Spanish

    6 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:  
    Combines SPAN 1101  and SPAN 1102  in one term. Recommended for language enthusiasts or those who have had exposure to Spanish either in the home or from previous study.

  
  • SPAN 2376 - Accelerated Intermediate Spanish

    6 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 1102  or SPAN 2375  or department approval.
    Combines SPAN 2201  and SPAN 2202  in one term. Recommended for language enthusiasts or those who have had exposure to Spanish either in the home or from previous study.


Special Education

  
  • SPED 2096-2996 - Special Topics

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

    Note(s):


  
  • SPED 2201 - Introduction to Special Education

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   
    Examines the historical and legal basis for special education services for students with disabilities. Course competencies are built upon national, state, and professional standards and include understandings of 1) the exceptionality categories included in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA, 2004) and NM State Law; 2) the responsibilities of educators and school systems to students with disabilities, including the role of professional ethics; and 3) the importance of and strategies for collaborating with families and other professionals.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to SPED 2110. Read more.  

  
  • SPED 2233 - Twice Exceptional Special Populations of Gifted Learners

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: EDUC 2230 .
    Focuses on special populations of gifted learners possessing unique characteristics and needs. Explores the characteristics, identification, and development of appropriate educational services for twice exceptional and special populations of gifted learners. Designed for those students currently working in education.

  
  • SPED 2250 - Foundations of Special Education

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the alternative licensure program.
    Examines the historical and legal basis for special education services for students with disabilities. Course competencies are built upon national, state, and professional standards and include understandings of 1) the exceptionality categories included in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA, 2004) and NM State Law; 2) the responsibilities of educators and school systems to students with disabilities, including the role of professional ethics; and 3) the importance of and strategies for collaborating with families and other professionals. Students participate in a 25-hour school-based practicum.

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  • SPED 2256 - Evaluation/Individual Education Plan and Documentation in Special Education

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: SPED 2250 .
    Promotes an understanding of the screening, evaluation, eligibility and re-evaluation process of special needs students. Topics covered include standardization, administration and interpretation of criterion referenced, curriculum-based, authentic and informal assessments, observation and checklist/rating scale. Special emphasis is placed on instructional decision making, IEP documentation and record keeping and implementation. Field experience is required as part of this course.

  
  • SPED 2258 - Classroom and Behavior Management for Students with Special Needs

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: SPED 2250 .
    Examines positive behavior supports and environmental management of behavior. Course competencies are built upon national, state, and professional standards and focus on the 1) basic procedures for organizing and managing a classroom and 2) identifying and implementing individualized behavioral techniques used to foster successful student behavior in the classroom and school setting, including data collection, functional behavior assessment, and developing effective behavior intervention plans. Requires field experience as part of the course.

  
  • SPED 2260 - Methods and Materials for Special Education

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: EDUC 2285 .
    Examines appropriate teaching strategies and materials in instructional design and delivery, including classroom-based assessment and data collection for students receiving special education services. Course competencies are built upon national, state, and professional standards and focus on 1) clearly identifying student learning goals, 2) developing formative assessments for learning, 3) engaging students in their own learning, and 4) differentiating for individual and diverse student needs including designing instruction based on student strengths, integrating opportunities for addressing IEP goals within content area lessons developed using grade-level standards, and developing evaluation tools for reporting student progress as related to specific learning goals.

  
  • SPED 2272 - Reading for Special Learners

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: EDUC 2260 .
    Provides an understanding of concepts and procedures for teaching reading to students with special needs. Emphasis will be placed on formal and informal reading assessment, effective reading practices, research- based reading programs, oral language development, writing development and effective strategies, decoding strategies, and vocabulary acquisition. Field experience is required as part of this course.

  
  • SPED 2390 - Special Education Supervised Field Experience

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Applies learning theory and practices from all previous coursework in an advanced supervised fieldwork experience. Course competencies are built upon national and state standards and focus on planning, developing and implementing curriculum for diverse learners. Students are required to meet competencies as defined by the NM Public Education Department through a minimum of 180 contact hours in an approved special education setting.

    Note(s):
    • Enrollment in this course requires an application process.
    • 180 contact hours

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Sterile Processing Technician

  
  • SPT 1010 - Basics of Sterile Processing

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  
    Corequisite: SPT 1092 .
    Course provides instruction on Sterile Processing Technician roles and responsibilities, anatomy & physiology, microbiology, infection control, decontamination, medical terminology, sterilization, sterile storage, preparation packaging & instrumentation, and inventory control.

  
  • SPT 1092 - Sterile Processing Lab

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: SPT 1010 .
    Provides opportunity to practice skills and competencies developed in the classroom. Includes processing, maintaining, and dispensing instruments, supplies, and equipment in an operating room or central supply department.

    Note(s):
    • 90 lab hours

  
  • SPT 1110 - Flexible Endoscope Reprocessing

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: SPT 1010  + (SPT 1092  or ST 2090 ).
    This course is designed for healthcare workers with sterile processing experience who want to prepare for the Certification Board for Sterile Processing& Distribution’s (CBSPD) Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor certification examination. This course presents the knowledge and skills needed to perform reprocessing of flexible GI endoscopes and/or bronchoscopes.

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


Surgical Technology

  
  • ST 1001 - Introduction to Surgical Technology

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: (ENG 1101  or ENG 1101P ) +   
    This course is designed to give the student a broad overview of the responsibilities of the Surgical Technologist and the operating room environment. This will prepare the student for entrance into the Surgical Technology program.
     

  
  
  • ST 1092 - Surgical Technology Lab I

    6 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: ST 1010 .
    Provides opportunity to practice clinical skills and competencies developed in the classroom. Includes surgical technique (setting up the sterile field, scrubbing, gowning and gloving) and standards of practice. Infection prevention and control will be covered plus care of the surgical patient.

    Note(s):

    • 270 lab hours

  
  • ST 1510 - Beginning Surgical Technology II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ST 1010  + ST 1092  +  .
    Corequisite: ST 1590  + ST 1592 .
    Continues Surgical Technology Theory with a focus on an introduction to surgical procedures with a brief history, relevant anatomy and special considerations for general surgery, obstetrics and gynecological procedures, ophthalmic surgery, otorhinolaryngologic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery and plastic and reconstructive surgery.

  
  • ST 1590 - Surgical Technology Clinical I

    8 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ST 1092 .
    Corequisite: ST 1510  + ST 1592 .
    Applies surgical procedure theory and skills in the clinical setting.

    Note(s):
    • 360 clinical hours

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  • ST 1592 - Surgical Technology Lab II

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ST 1092 .
    Corequisite: ST 1510  + ST 1590 .
    Continue to provide an opportunity to practice clinical skills and put into practice the special considerations for general surgery, obstetrics and gynecological procedures, ophthalmic surgery, otorhinolaryngologic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery and plastic and reconstructive surgery.

    Note(s):

    • 90 lab hours

  
  • ST 2010 - Surgical Technology III

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ST 1592 .
    Corequisite: ST 2090  + ST 2092 .
    Continues Surgical Technology Theory with a focus on an introduction to surgical procedures with a brief history, relevant anatomy and special consideration for genitourinary procedures and surgery, orthopedic surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery and neurosurgery.

  
  • ST 2090 - Surgical Technology Clinical II

    8 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: ST 2010  + ST 2092 .
    Continues to apply surgical procedure theory and skills in the clinical setting with additional opportunities to include specialty areas such as labor and delivery and GI experience.

    Note(s):
    •   360 clinical hours

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  • ST 2092 - Surgical Technology Lab III

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: ST 2010  + ST 2090 .
    Continue to provide an opportunity to practice clinical skills and put into practice the special considerations for genitourinary procedures and surgery, orthopedic surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery and neurosurgery.

    Note(s):

    • 90 lab hours

  
  • ST 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: ST 1010  + ST 1092 .
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):



Surveying

  
  • SUR 1001 - Introduction to Surveying Engineering

    1 credit hour(s)
    Introduces the field of surveying and explores potential career paths.

  
  • SUR 1002 - Math for Surveying and Mapping

    1 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: CM 2205 .
    Covers basic concepts of problem solving, mathematics and trigonometry with an emphasis on land survey and engineering applications and calculator use. Students must provide a full-function scientific calculator with a ten-digit display.

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  • SUR 1015 - Boundary Survey Concepts

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: CM 2205 .
    Detailed study of the U.S. Public Land Survey System Instructions with special emphasis on New Mexico. Sectionalized land subdivision, corner restoration and field survey.

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  • SUR 2001 - Intermediate Field Procedures

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: CM 2205  + GIS 1005 .
    Introduces intermediate surveying techniques using total stations, data collectors and survey grade GPS equipment.  Topics include boundary, topographic and as-built surveys.

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

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  • SUR 2002 - Intermediate Surveying Topics

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: CM 2205  + GIS 1005 .
    Explores intermediate surveying calculations, mapping, platting and property boundary issues.

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  • SUR 2096-2996 - Special Topics

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

    Note(s):

  
  • SUR 2098 - Internship

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Provides an opportunity for the student to work for one term on an intern basis in an appropriate training program.  Position is not paid.

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Survey of Applied Technologies

  
  • AT 1005 - Survey of Applied Technologies

    3 credit hour(s)
    In this course students will participate in an overview of career opportunities available to students in the programs of study offered by the School of Applied Technologies. Students will uncover the real life aspects of these careers, including information on salaries, workload and job satisfaction. Students will map the path from a career aspiration to the actions and timelines that will make that career possible.

  
  • AT 1010 - Applied Technologies in Construction

    3 credit hour(s)
    Students will further explore the career and educational opportunities in the Construction Industry cluster encountered in AT 1005  – Survey of Applied Technologies. Hands on activities in Carpentry, Electrical, HVAC, and Plumbing will be highlighted.

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  • AT 1020 - Applied Technologies in Design

    3 credit hour(s)
    Students will further explore the career and educational opportunities in the Design Technologies Industry cluster encountered in AT 1005  – Survey of Applied Technologies. Hands on activities in Architectural Engineering, Film Crewing, Geographic Information & Land Surveying will be highlighted.

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  • AT 1030 - Applied Technologies in Manufacturing

    3 credit hour(s)
    Students will further explore the career and educational opportunities in the Manufacturing Industry cluster encountered in AT 1005  – Survey of Applied Technologies. Hands on activities in Advance Systems (Robotics/Lasers), Additive/subtractive manufacturing and Welding applications will be highlighted.

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  • AT 1040 - Applied Technologies in Transportation

    3 credit hour(s)
    Students will further explore the career and educational opportunities in the Transportation Industry cluster encountered in AT 1005  – Survey of Applied Technologies. Hands on activities in Aircraft repair, Automobile & Heavy Equipment repair and operations will be highlighted.

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  • AT 1096 - 1996 - Special Topics

    1 - 9 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):

  
  • AT 2005 - Forklifts, Hoists and Rigging

    2 credit hour(s)
    Introduction to basic heavy equipment operation knowledge and experience, including working with heavy equipment in a safe and responsible manner, operating various types of forklifts used in the industry, and demonstration of rigging & hoisting safety techniques. Hands-on experiences includes lifting, transporting, and placing various types of loads.


Survey of Business & Information Technology

  
  • BIT 1005 - Survey of Business & Information Technology

    3 credit hour(s)
    This course will introduce the students to the programs in the School of Business & Information Technology. Students will explore related careers through research, guest speakers and hands-on experiences in laboratory settings. Strategies to enhance college success will be explored, and critical thinking will be emphasized throughout the course.


Survey of Health, Wellness, & Public Safety

  
  • HWPS 1005 - Survey of Health, Wellness and Public Safety

    3 credit hour(s)
    This course will introduce the students to the programs in the School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety. Students will explore related careers through research, guest speakers and hands-on experiences in laboratory settings. Strategies to enhance college success will be explored and critical thinking will be emphasized throughout the course.


Sustainability

  
  • SUST 1134 - Introduction to Sustainability: Environment, Society, and Economy

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:   
    This course broadly introduces topics, issues, and developments within the “3 E’s” of Sustainability (Environmental health, social Equity, Economic vitality). The instructor and visiting lecturers will present on issues such as renewable energy technologies, climate change, water use, food production, “green” architecture, socially responsible business, carbon footprints, microlending, ecotourism, and recycling, among others. The course will focus on one question: how do we create a sustainable future that supports environmental health, social equity, and economic vitality? Students will examine both contemporary challenges to sustainable development and examples of successful sustainability initiatives on local, national, and global levels.

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Teaching and Learning Online

  
  • TLOL 1010 - Introduction to Teaching and Learning Online

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Intended for higher education faculty or K-12 teachers interested in teaching online. This course provides an introduction to online teaching and learning with a focus on the skills and knowledge needed to actively engage students in an online environment through on-going communication, instructor presence, and high quality instruction. This course is appropriate for all online learning environments and emphasizes best practices in online teaching and learning.

  
  • TLOL 1015 - Online Curriculum Design and Instruction

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  
    Intended for higher education faculty or K-12 teachers interested in online course design and teaching online. This course applies best practices in designing online courses, with a focus on developing course content, learning activities, accessibility, and assessments that achieve alignment with instructional objectives.

  
  • TLOL 1020 - Assessing the Online Learner

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: TLOL 1010  
    Intended for higher education faculty or K-12 teachers interested in implementing successful techniques for assessing online learners. This course looks at both formative and summative assessment methods with a focus on the alignment of assessment with instruction and learning objectives within the course design.

  
  • TLOL 1025 - Instructional Resources for Teaching Online

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: TLOL 1010  
    Intended for higher education faculty or K-12 teacher interested in developing best practices using online instructional resources. The course will focus on locating, evaluating, implementing and properly citing online resources in accordance with copyright and fair use regulations. Students will explore best practices with a focus on the alignment of instructional resources within online course content and course development.

  
  • TLOL 1030 - Communication and Engagement in Online Learning

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: TLOL 1010 .
    Intended for higher education faculty or K-12 teachers interested in developing an engaging online learning community. The course will focus on student-to-student, student-to-instructor, and student-to-content interactions. Students will use online tools that allow for synchronous and asynchronous communication and explore new technologies to support learning and instruction in an online environment.

  
  • TLOL 1035 - Universal Design – Elements of Accessibility

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: TLOL 1010  
    Intended for higher education faculty or K-12 teachers interested in creating an inclusive environment in the online classroom using the foundations of universal design. This course will focus on evaluating and implementing universal design principles in course development and will explore multiple ways to increase accessibility for all students in an online environment.


Theatre

  
  • THEA 1119 - Introduction to Technical Theatre

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:   
    Introduces students to hands-on training in areas of technical play production, including stagecraft (set and property construction, painting, and sound).

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to THEA 2310. Read more.  

  
  • THEA 1120 - Beginning Acting

    3 credit hour(s)


    Pre- or corequisite:   
    Recommended: THEA 1122 .*

    Provides students with the fundamental physical, vocal and imaginative skills for acting and performing.

    * Students are expected to have a basic understanding of theatre history and practice.

    Note(s):

    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to THEA 1220. Read more.  

  
  • THEA 1121 - Beginning Acting II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: THEA 1120 .
    Continues the study begun in THEA 1120  with emphasis on exploration of the text as the source for theatrical decisions and the effects of those decisions in performance.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to THEA 2220. Read more.  

  
  • THEA 1122 - Theatre Appreciation

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:   
    Students examine the nature of theatre art, exploring the aesthetic and practical dimensions of a theatrical production’s unified work to appreciate all of its aspects. Discussion centers on such topics as acting, directing, the role of the audience, stagecraft, scene and costume design, dramatic structure, important periods in theatre history, and live production criticism.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to THEA 1110. Read more.  

  
  • THEA 1169 - Introduction to Stage Lighting

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: THEA 1119 .
    Explores all areas of stage lighting.  Through lecture and hands-on training, students will be introduced to stage lighting from creating a light plot, hanging, circuiting, focusing, and programming a lighting console.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to THEA 2320. Read more.  

  
  • THEA 1194 - Basic Costume and Sewing

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:   or CSE 1101  
    Provides students with basic training in cutting and sewing techniques, as well as knowledge of fabric types, qualities, uses, and cleaning.

    Note(s):
    • 90 studio hours 
    • Typically offered Fall Term only
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to THEA 1310. Read more. 

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  • THEA 1195 - Intermediate Costume and Sewing

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: THEA 1194  
    Provides students with more advanced training in cutting and sewing techniques, as well as knowledge of fabric. Trains student in building of complex clothing patterns.

    Note(s):
    • 90 studio hours
    • Typically offered Spring Term only
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to THEA 1320. Read more. 
       

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  • THEA 1290 - Theatre Practicum I

    1 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: THEA 1119 .
    Theatre Practicum complements technical theatre training and acting by providing on-the-job technical or performance play production experience.

    Note(s):
    • 45 practicum hours
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to THEA 1990/2990. Read more.  

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  • THEA 2222 - Acting for the Camera

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: THEA 1120 .
    Introduces students to techniques specific to performing for the camera while they continue to learn and practice performance skills that apply to acting for both the stage and screen.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to THEA 2210. Read more.  

  
  • THEA 2226 - Ensemble Improvisation

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: THEA 1120  or department approval.
    Introduces students to the structure and rules of short and long-form improvisation, allowing them to create original ensemble theatrical productions.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to THEA 2230. Read more.  

  
  • THEA 2231 - Voice and Movement for Actors

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: THEA 1120  or department approval.
    Introduces basic techniques which aid in vocal and physical strength, variety, flexibility, and stamina, and addresses harmful or limiting vocal and physical habits in the stage or screen actor.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to THEA 2420. Read more.  

  
  • THEA 2258 - Beginning Screenwriting: Short Form

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: ENG 1101  or ENG 1101P 
    Recommended: THEA 1122 .*

    Provides the critical ingredients of great dramatic writing that are then adapted to a dramatic form manageable for the emerging screenwriter: the narrative short film.

    * THEA 1122 is a foundational course covering theatrical production; awareness of the various aspects of theatre is crucial to successful screenwriting.


Truck Driving

  
  • TRDR 1110 - Truck Driving Owner Operator/Independent Contractor Skills

    3 credit hour(s)
    This course will explore different ways of getting into business as an independent or lease truck owner. Skills will include recordkeeping required for truck owners, options for becoming a truck owner-operator, and other skills needed to become a successful owner-operator. Industry guest speakers will be featured.

    Note(s):
    Recommended that the student be in process of getting Class A or B CDL or already possess said CDL.
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  • TRDR 1120 - Basic Operational Theory and Practices

    6 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:   
    Covers the fundamentals of control systems, public and employer relations, accident procedures, defensive driving techniques, written commercial driver’s licensing needs and state and federal regulations governing the professional truck driver. Also starts to cover on-the-driving-range inspection, basic control, backing, coupling and uncoupling, hazard perception, visual search. Students will received a minimum of 10 hours behind-the-wheel driving time.

    Note(s):

  
  • TRDR 1220 - Intermediate Truck Driving Theory and Practice

    6 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: TRDR 1120  + department approval.
    Covers hours of service requirements, trip planning, defensive driving techniques, the fundamentals of control systems, on-the-driving-range inspection, basic control, shifting, backing, coupling and uncoupling, hazard perception, visual search, speed and space management, preventative maintenance and handling cargo. Students will receive a minimum of 10 hours behind-the-wheel time. This course will build on coverage of items from TRDR 1120  which includes public and employer relations, accident procedures, written commercial driver’s licensing needs and state and federal regulations governing the professional truck driver.

    Note(s):

    • Completed DOT drug screen
    • Submission of MVD report
    • 60 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours

  
  • TRDR 1392 - Advanced Operational Practices

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: TRDR 1220  + TRDR 1120  + department approval.
    Presents skills needed to cope with hazards of the roadway environment. Course sessions are scheduled during the day, evening and night hours and include driving on mountain grades, urban and rural roads, interstates and docking facilities. Students will receive a minimum of 30 hours behind-wheel-driving time.

    Note(s):
    • 90 lab hours
    • This course offers a Work Embedded Learning experience.

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  • TRDR 1420 - Class B Theory and Operational Practices

    9 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:  
    Covers the fundamentals of control systems, hours of service requirements, trip planning, public and employer relations, accident procedures, defensive driving techniques, written commercial driver’s licensing needs and state and federal regulations governing the professional Class B CDL truck driver. During lab hours this course covers on-the-driving-range vehicle inspection, basic control, shifting, backing, coupling and uncoupling, hazard perception, visual search, speed and space management, preventive maintenance and handling cargo. This course also presents the skills needed to cope with hazards of the roadway environment. Course lab sessions may be scheduled during the day, evening and night hours and include driving on mountain grades, urban and rural roads, interstates and docking facilities during the road training portion of the class. Students will receive a minimum of 20 hours behind-wheel time.

    Note(s):

  
  • TRDR 1593 - CDL A Refresher/Skills Enhancer

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: (TRDR 1120  + TRDR 1220  + TRDR 1392 )
    This course is designed for Current CDL A students who have  need of additional help with testing or retesting, or a Current CDL Class A holder who needs a refresher to enhance skills or return to industry.

    Note(s):
    • The Current Valid CDL Class A holder will be subject to drug screen and need to present current MVD driving record.
    • 90 lab hours

  
  • TRDR 2096-2996 - Special Topics

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

    Note(s):


  
  • TRDR 2097 - Independent Study

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    Focuses on a specific problem while working with an instructor.


Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)

  
  • UAS 1010 - Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:   
    Teaches the basics of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). From the fundamentals of flight to airframes, applications, and UAS operations and safety, the course shows how UAS/drones are meeting needs and creating opportunities in surveying and mapping, urban planning, construction management, public safety, real estate, criminal justice, archaeology, and countless other professions. The course will focus on the basics of UAS providing you the information you need to know as you integrate this technology into your research, job, and business.

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

  
  • UAS 1011 - UAS Standards, Regulations and Law and Exam Prep

    1 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:  
    This course introduces the regulatory and legal context for UAS operation in the national airspace.  It also prepares students for the FAA Part 107 Exam. This course does not include the FAA exam, but it will provide an introduction to all of the subject areas required for the exam. This course is designed to help you prepare to take the FAA exam to become a registered UAS Pilot. The subjects included on the Part 107 exam are specific to aviation and include many concepts and acronyms with which the average person is unlikely to be familiar. Completion of this course does not guarantee that you will pass the FAA Exam. 

  
  • UAS 1020 - Crew Resource Management for UAS

    1 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite:  
    Provides students with an introduction to the principles and concepts of crew resource management (CRM). Training encompasses a wide range of knowledge, skills and attitudes including communications, situational awareness, problem solving, decision making and teamwork. CRM is a system that utilizes resources to promote safety within the workplace.

  
  • UAS 1030 - UAS Flight Training I

    2 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: UAS 1010  + UAS 1011  + UAS 1020  
    This course introduces the skills needed to safely pilot a UAS, as well as providing an opportunity for students to log flight hours. Fixed wing and multi-rotor airframes will be covered. Course fee covers cost of student UAS.

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

  
  • UAS 1031 - UAS Flight Training II

    2 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: UAS 1010  + UAS 1011  + UAS 1020 
    This course introduces the skills needed to safely pilot a UAS, as well as providing an opportunity for students to log additional flight hours. Fixed wing and multi-rotor airframes will be covered.

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

  
  • UAS 1040 - Basics of UAS Design, Maintenance and Operation

    3 credit hour(s)
    This course takes students from building a basic sUAS from a kit, to performing simple repairs and maintenance, to basic operation skills. The course emphasizes the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) aspects of UAS.  Course fee covers sUAS kit, which students will build during the class.

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

  
  • UAS 2010 - UAS for Design and Construction

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: UAS 1010  + UAS 1011  + UAS 1020  
    UAS is becoming an important tool in the design and construction fields for construction site monitoring, client content creation, virtual design coordination and property management.  This course builds on basic UAS skills and introduces UAS data integration with industry standard software such as BIM, CAD and GIS.

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

  
  • UAS 2020 - UAS Data Modeling & 3D Visualization

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: UAS 1010  + UAS 1011  + UAS 1020 
    The use of UAS stems not only from their unique perspective, but also from the diverse camera and sensor systems mounted to the aerial platforms.  This course provides basic knowledge of remote sensing and the characteristics and applications of UAS-mounted sensor systems.  Students are introduced to both passive and active sensor systems, with an emphasis on data acquisition and processing.

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

  
  • UAS 2096-2996 - Special Topics

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

    Note(s):


Veterinary Technology

  
  • VT 1003 - Preparation for Professional Success

    1 credit hour(s)


    Recommended: IT 1010  .*

    Open to students considering, or preparing to enter, a HWPS Professional Program. Students will explore professional aspects specific to their field of interest, considering various professional attitudes, ethics, and basic client or patient communications. Opportunities will be offered for students to make personal physical or mental adjustments in preparation to succeed in the HWPS Program. (CR/NC)

    * VT 1003 is taught almost entirely online.  IT 1010 is recommended for any student interested in VT 1003 who is not familiar with the online environment.

  
  • VT 1005 - Veterinary Reception Basic Skills

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  + 
    Presents essential veterinary / animal care receptionist front office skills. Emphasizes customer service and professionalism, and introduces vocabulary applicable to veterinary, agricultural, and retail animal care fields.

  
  
  • VT 1011 - Introduction to the Veterinary Profession

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  + 
    Introduces veterinary medical team opportunities for the paraprofessional. Includes legal, ethical, and professional topics. Presents veterinary medical terminology including phylogenetic and taxonomic relationships of domestic, laboratory, and exotic animals.

  
  • VT 1012 - Introduction to Animal Care

    2 credit hour(s)


    Corequisite: VT 1008  + VT 1070  + VT 1292 
    Provides discussion and presentation of animal handling and restraint, with both on campus procedural laboratory time and field trips to various animal facilities, with opportunities for hands-on experience. 

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

     

  
  • VT 1070 - Animal Comparative Anatomy and Physiology

    3 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: VT 1008  + VT 1012  + VT 1292  
    Comparative anatomy and physiology of canine, bovine, equine, feline species including circulatory, respiratory, digestive, muscular/skeletal, nervous, endocrine, exocrine, urogenital systems. Also includes a brief anatomy and physiology of avian and reptile species. Requires hands on laboratory experience including dissection.

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

  
  • VT 1192 - Supplemental Lab

    1 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: VT 1008 .
    Provides participation in supervised learning and review of basic, advanced and specialized practices, including topics in Anatomy and Physiology, Therapeutics, Clinical Pathology. Allows students to review in preparation for VT exit examinations.

    Note(s):

    • 45 lab hours

  
  • VT 1210 - Animal Comparative Anatomy and Physiology II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: (ENG 1101  or ENG 1101P ) + VT 1008  + VT 1012  + VT 1070  + VT 1292  
    Pre- or corequisite: PSY 1105  
    Corequisite: VT 1251  + VT 1272  + VT 1293  + VT 2015 .
    Continues study of comparative anatomy and physiology of canine, bovine, equine, feline species including circulatory, respiratory, digestive, muscular/skeletal, nervous, endocrine, exocrine, urogenital systems. Requires hands-on laboratory experience including dissection.

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

 

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