May 16, 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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Biology

  
  • BIO 2310 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: BIO 2210 .
    Recommended: BIO 2392 .*

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

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

    Note(s):

    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to BIOL 2225. Read more.  

  
  • BIO 2392 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BIO 2292 .
    Pre- or corequisite: BIO 2310 .
    Provides lab exercises in anatomy and physiology, which complement topics covered in BIO 2310 , including specimen dissection and study of cadaver images and models.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to BIOL 2225L. Read more.  

  
  • BIO 2410 - Ecology and Evolution

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: (BIO 1510  + BIO 1592 ) + (BIO 1610  + BIO 1692 ).
    Corequisite: BIO 2492 .
    Presents various topics associated with the principles of ecology and evolutionary biology. Darwinian principles, origin theory, the fossil record and patterns of diversification of ancient life, evolution of populations, speciation, phylogenetics, basics of ecology and study of the biosphere, behavioral ecology, population ecology, community ecology, ecosystem ecology and conservation biology.

    Note(s):
    • 45 theory hours
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to BIOL 2620. Read more.  

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  • BIO 2492 - Ecology and Evolution Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: BIO 2410 .
    ​Laboratory exercises and recitation to complement concepts presented in BIO 2410.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to BIOL 2620L. Read more.  

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  • BIO 2510 - Plant and Animal Form and Function

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BIO 2410  + BIO 2492 .
    Corequisite: BIO 2592 .
    Focuses on comparative botany and zoology. Topics covered are plant structure and growth, transport, nutrition, reproduction and development in plants. Introduction to animal form and function, animal nutrition, circulation and gas exchange, immune system function and evolution, control of the internal environment, chemical signaling, reproduction and development, nervous systems, sensory and motor mechanisms.

    Note(s):
    • 45 theory hours
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to BIOL 2635. Read more. 

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  • BIO 2592 - Plant and Animal Form and Function Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite: BIO 2510 .
    Laboratory exercises and recitation to complement concepts presented in BIO 2510.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to BIOL 2640L. Read more .

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  • BIO 2710 - Pathophysiology I

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: BIO 2110   + BIO 2192  
    Pre- or corequisite: BIO 2210 .
    Recommended: BIO 2292 .*

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

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

    Note(s):

    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to BIOL 2510. Read more.  

  
  • BIO 2711 - Pathophysiology II

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: BIO 2710 .
    Pre- or corequisite: BIO 2310 .
    Recommended: BIO 2292  and BIO 2392 .*

    Continues course of study begun in BIO 2710 , covering pathology of cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, urinary and endocrine systems.

    * It is highly recommended that students take BIO 2292  and BIO 2392  prior to taking BIO 2711 as the Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab experience is useful in mastering the concepts studied in BIO 2711.

    Note(s):

    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to BIOL 2520. Read more.  


Biotechnology

  
  • BIOT 1020 - Biotechnology I

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BIO 1510  + BIO 1592  + CHEM 1710  + CHEM 1792 .
    Pre- or corequisite: BIO 1610  + BIO 1692  + CHEM 1810  + CHEM 1892 .
    Provides theory and experience in laboratory safety and measurement, solution making, bacterial transformations and cloning, recombinant DNA, gel electrophoresis, tissue culture and basic bioinformatics skills. Current issues and topics related to biotechnology will be explored.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to BIOL 2710. Read more .

  
  • BIOT 2096-2996 - Special Topics

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

    Note(s):


  
  • BIOT 2110 - Biotechnology II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BIOT 1020 .
    Provides theory and experience with protocols used to characterize and manipulate nucleic acids. Builds on techniques learned in Biotechnology I. Techniques include DNA isolation and quantification, PCR, qPCR, gel electrophoresis, recombinant DNA technology, cloning, DNA sequencing, site-directed mutagenesis, tissue culture and basic bioinformatics skills. Current issues and topics related to biotechnology will be explored.

    Note(s):
    • 30 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to BIOL 2715. Read more .

  
  • BIOT 2210 - Biotechnology III

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BIOT 2110 .
    Provides theory and experience with protocols used to characterize and manipulate nucleic acids and proteins. Builds on techniques learned in Biotechnology II. Techniques include RNA and protein isolation and quantification, RT-PCR, RNA interference, mammalian transfections, polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis, 2-D gel analysis, Western blotting, ELISAs and basic bioinformatics and proteomics skills. Current issues and topics related to biotechnology will be explored.

    Note(s):
    • 15 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to BIOL 2720. Read more .


Brewing

  
  • BEV 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Presents various topics.

  
  • BEV 1100 - Beer Production and Styles

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  +  
    Introduces origins, basic production methods, and identification of major beer styles.  Development of sensory evaluation skills for visual, aroma, taste, and tactile components of both typical beers and faults. 

    Note(s):
    • To enroll in this course, students must be at least 21 years of age or older at the start of the term.

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  • BEV 1110 - Brewing Equipment and Maintenance

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   +   
    Presents students with correct operation and maintenance of all brewing and packaging equipment, associated machinery, and safety gear.   

    Note(s):
    • 15 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours
    • To enroll in this course, students must be at least 21 years of age or older at the start of the term.

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  • BEV 1130 - Beer Production I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: BEV 1110 .
    Provides theory and hands-on application of raw materials selection and handling, malting, and wort production.  Quality assurance and safety procedures are stressed at every step. New Mexico Alcohol Server Certification is offered. 

    Note(s):
    • 15 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours
    • To enroll in this course, students must be at least 21 years of age or older at the start of the term.

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  • BEV 1140 - Beer Production II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: BEV 1130 .
    Provides theory and hands-on application of cellar operations, packaging, storage, stock rotation. Quality assurance and safety procedures are stressed at every step.  Introduces government regulations and tax issues pertaining to the brewing industry.  

    Note(s):
    • 15 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours
    • To enroll in this course, students must be at least 21 years of age or older at the start of the term.

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  • BEV 1160 - Beverage Service I

    3 credit hour(s)


    Pre- or corequisite: CULN 1100  or HT 1101  or BEV 1100 .
    Introduces identification, production, and service of beverages common to the foodservice industry, including beer, wine, distilled beverages and cocktails, coffee, tea, and non-alcoholic beverages.  Development of sensory evaluation skills for visual, aroma, taste, and tactile components.  Introduces basic food pairing techniques.  

    Note(s):
    • BEV 1160 replaced HT 1164 in the Fall 2016 term.Students who received credit for HT 1164 may not have to take BEV 1160. See the program director or school advisor for more information.


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  • BEV 1192 - Draught Systems

    1 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: BEV 1100 .
    Overview of draught systems, including safety, design, maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting. 

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours
    • To enroll in this course, students must be at least 21 years of age or older at the start of the term.

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  • BEV 2095 - Cooperative Education

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Provides students the opportunity to work a minimum of 135 hours in a new job experience in a brewing or beverage management environment. Student trainees are paid by the cooperating firm and supervised jointly by CNM and the employer.

    Note(s):
    • 135 cooperative hours

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  • BEV 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department Approval
    Presents various topics.

  
  • BEV 2097 - Independent Study

    1-8 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.

  
  • BEV 2098 - Internship

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Provides students the opportunity to work a minimum of 135 hours in a new job experience in a brewing or beverage management environment. Students are not paid for their work but are supervised jointly by CNM and the employer.

    Note(s):
    • 135 internship hours

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  • BEV 2160 - Beverage Service II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BEV 1160 .
    Focuses on advanced service and food pairing techniques for beer and wine.  Marketing, managing, and integrating a beverage program in a variety of foodservice and hospitality operations.  

    Note(s):
    • To enroll in this course, students must be at least 21 years of age or older at the start of the term.

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  • BEV 2195 - Cooperative Education

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Provides students the opportunity to work a minimum of 45 hours in a new job experience in a brewing or beverage management environment. Student trainees are paid by the cooperating firm and supervised jointly by CNM and the employer.

    Note(s):
    • 45 cooperative hours

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  • BEV 2198 - Internship

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Provides students the opportunity to work a minimum of 45 hours in a new job experience in a brewing or beverage management environment. Students are not paid for their work but are supervised jointly by CNM and the employer.

    Note(s):
    • 45 internship hours

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  • BEV 2295 - Cooperative Education

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  Department approval.
    Provides students the opportunity to work a minimum of 90 hours in a new job experience in a brewing or beverage management environment. Student trainees are paid by the cooperating firm and supervised jointly by CNM and the employer.

    Note(s):
    • 90 cooperative hours

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  • BEV 2298 - Internship

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Provides students the opportunity to work a minimum of 90 hours in a new job experience in a brewing or beverage management environment. Students are not paid for their work but are supervised jointly by CNM and the employer.

    Note(s):
    • 90 internship hours

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Business Administration

  
  • BA 1096-1996 - Special Topics

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

    Note(s):


  
  • BA 1101 - Introduction to Business

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   
    Pre- or corequisite: IT 1010 .
    BA 1101 is a survey course. Topics include: basic business principles, business research, economic systems, international trade, business ethics, forms of business ownership, entrepreneurship, human resources, marketing, personal money management, investing and the financial markets. Emphasis is on relating topics to a market economy.

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

  
  • BA 1105 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   
    Introduces students to the concept of entrepreneurism and to the fundamentals of the business process. Students study basic topics such as idea generation and evaluation, basic marketing concepts, financial management, small business management, small business organization and financing.

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

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  • BA 1115 - E-Commerce

    3 credit hour(s)


    Recommended: IT 1010 .*

    Focuses on how an online business is set up, organized and operated. This is the foundation course for students interested in e-commerce. Basic concepts for operating an online business are introduced. Topics include electronic payments, Web business models (auction, broker, advertising, catalog, etc.) security, privacy, order processing and store operations.

    * Students need basic computer skills to be successful in this course.

    Note(s):
    *Students need basic computer skills to be successful in this course.

  
  • BA 1121 - Business English

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  
    Focuses on the principles of effective written communication in the business environment. Emphasizes correct grammar, punctuation, sentence structure and vocabulary.

  
  • BA 1131 - Business Professionalism

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  
    Focuses on developing professional behavior appropriate for the business environment. Topics include: Life Management, goal setting, workplace etiquette, job search skills, interviewing, teamwork and team building, motivation, leadership, business communication and workplace interaction.

  
  • BA 1150 - Introduction to Quality Management

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  
    Presents concepts and theories of quality improvement. Focus is on helping students understand the cost of poor quality, why quality matters, how work methods and business processes impact employee job performance and anticipate obstacles to quality improvement, practical application of quality and application of quality principles.

  
  • BA 1151 - Fundamentals of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  
    Focuses on data for clarifying customer expectations for service and product quality; choosing quality standards for business performance; selecting measures and indicators of quality and customer satisfaction; assessing effective ways to evaluate and improve both quality and customer satisfaction, improving quality based on customer feedback; and planning for practical application.

  
  • BA 1152 - Quality Tools

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  
    Focuses on recognizing and understanding applications for quality tools, developing skill and confidence in using quality tools, selecting and integrating quality tools to improve a specific work process, and planning for practical application of quality tools at work and in personal life.

  
  • BA 1325 - Introduction to Analytics and Data Visualization

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: IT 1010  + AAS Mathematics Requirement  (except MATH 1210-1214)
    This course introduces basic concepts and applications of analytics and key concepts in data visualization and reporting. Topics include an overview of the analytical process and the role of the analyst, applied descriptive statistics, exploratory data analysis and methods used in graphical representation of data, exploration and reporting of data, and basic linear regression methods.

  
  • BA 2095 - Cooperative Education

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Provides an opportunity for a structured educational (paid) work experience related to a student’s academic goals. Cooperative Education is a partnership between the student and both the educational institution and the employer, with specific responsibilities for each party. Requires a minimum of 135 hours and must involve a new learning experience.

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  • BA 2096-2996 - Special Topics

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

    Note(s):


  
  • BA 2097 - Independent Study

    1-8 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.

  
  • BA 2098 - Internship

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Provides an opportunity for a structured (unpaid) work experience related to a student’s academic goals. The internship is a partnership between the student and both the educational institution and the employer, with specific responsibilities for each party.  Requires a minimum of 135 hours and must involve a new learning experience.

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  • BA 2100 - Basics of Global Business

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite:  
    Recommended: BA 1101 .*

    Introduces international business and the globalization of the economy. The students are introduced to objectives, opportunities and challenges facing those who engage in business in foreign countries. Foreign organizations, cultural dynamics, trade channels, legal environment and political considerations are discussed.

    *Students will benefit from a foundational knowledge of business principles and practices.

  
  • BA 2103 - Entrepreneurship and Business Plan Development

    6 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   
    Focuses on new business design and skill development. Students complete a market research and feasibility assessment to develop a complete business plan. Emphasis is on business research and writing the vision and mission statement, company overview, product/service strategy, marketing plan, financial plan and executive summary. 

    Note(s):
    • Beginning Fall 2018, this 6 credit course will no longer be offered.  The replacement course is a new 3 credit course, BA 2105. The reduction in credit hours from 6 to 3 is in order to continue to align with the specifications from the NM Statewide Business Articulation Committee. 

  
  • BA 2105 - Entrepreneurship

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   
    This course is designed to acquaint the student with the opportunities encountered in the management and operations of a small business enterprise.  

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

  
  • BA 2133 - Principles of Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BA 1101 .
    Introduces the basic theory of organizations and includes the management functions of planning, organizing, directing and controlling, human relations, group process, problem solving, team building and leadership skills.

    Note(s):
    • BA 2133 formerly offered as BA 1133.
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to MGMT 2110. Read more.  

  
  • BA 2153 - Team Building for Quality

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   
    Focuses on differentiating between team work and group work, specific situations when team work is needed and not needed, designing and launching a successful team, recognizing and appreciating divergent styles of team players, learning and improving skills and tools that contribute to successful team work, understanding and managing phases in team development, recognizing and managing obstacles to team success.

    Note(s):
    • Beginning Fall, 2018, this course will no longer be offered. This course (and three others) have been incorporated into a new, 3-credit course, BA 2157. 

  
  • BA 2154 - Re-Engineering for Quality

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   
    Focuses on competitive market forces that are compelling organizations to radically redesign their business, recognizing primary obstacles to reengineering and innovation, thinking creatively about critical success factors in their personal and professional lives, and developing a personal and professional strategy for growth and success in a rapidly changing business environment.

    Note(s):
    • Beginning Fall, 2018, this course will no longer be offered. This course (and three others) have been incorporated into a new, 3-credit course, BA 2157. 

  
  • BA 2155 - Quality Leadership

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   
    Presents the urgent need for leadership in today’s businesses, communities and families; focuses on understanding the differences between leadership and management; exploring strategies, building confidence and developing skills for effective leadership; identifying opportunities for leadership from within or from bottom of an organization; and planning to increase personal influence and leadership.

    Note(s):
    • Beginning Fall, 2018, this course will no longer be offered. This course (and three others) have been incorporated into a new, 3-credit course, BA 2157. 

  
  • BA 2156 - Fundamentals of Lean Management

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   
    Introduces basic principles and tools of lean manufacturing and service delivery and focuses on practical and profitable management. Methods to maximize operational effectiveness accelerate cycle time, reduce inventory and increase reliability and responsiveness to customers are examined.

    Note(s):
    • Beginning Fall, 2018, this course will no longer be offered. This course (and three others) have been incorporated into a new, 3-credit course, BA 2157. 

  
  • BA 2157 - Quality Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: BA 1101  
    Quality Management is an advanced course focusing on the role of leadership in a quality–management environment. Specifically, the course will examine the characteristics, functions, and influence of leaders within the interconnected strategies that emphasize the application of the five pillars of a Total Quality organization: Customer Satisfaction, Systematic Support, Total Involvement, Measurement, and Continuous Improvement. Topics will include leadership,  quality teams, Lean Management techniques and  Business Process Re-Engineering (BPR).

    Note(s):
    • This new course contains the streamlined curriculum of four-1 credit courses,  BA 2153 BA 2154 BA 2155 BA 2156 .  These 1 credit courses will not be offered after Fall, 2018.

  
  • BA 2196 - Special Topics

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

    Note(s):


  
  • BA 2220 - Digital Marketing

    3 credit hour(s)


    Recommended: BA 1115 .*

    Focuses on how to plan, create and market a website. Internet marketing topics such as registering with search engines, increasing traffic, segmenting and targeting markets, establishing an online presence, developing a marketing plan and reshaping business for the Web market are covered.

    * Students will benefit from a foundational knowledge of web business.

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  • BA 2222 - Principles of Marketing

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: AAS Written Communication Requirement  or BA 1121  or ENG 1160  
    Recommended: BA 1101  or HT 1101  or CULN 1100 *

    Introduces the methods, policies and organization involved in the exchange of goods and services between producers and consumers. Topics include the social, economic and legal environments in which marketing operates, consumer behavior, market research, market segmentation and target marketing, strategic marketing, product planning, pricing, promotion and distribution.

    Note(s):
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to MKTG 2110. Read more.  
    • * Students in Business, Hospitality and Tourism or Culinary Arts will be able to apply marketing concepts to their individual program specific areas.

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  • BA 2226 - Sales

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: (BA 2222  or HT 2141 ) + (AAS Written Communication Requirement or BA 1121 ).
    Covers the principles and techniques of personal selling as a form of persuasive communication basic to business and other types of interpersonal relationships. Sales principles demonstrating selling skills and promoting goods and services are emphasized. Each student presents sales presentations.

  
  • BA 2228 - Promotion Strategies

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BA 1101  or BA 1105 .
    Presents an overview of the advertising and promotion industry as a creative process and a business. The course provides the student with a broad knowledge of promotions as a career. Students will evaluate media strategy, and will plan and analyze an integrated marketing communication (IMC) campaign. The advertising code of ethics will be discussed and presented.

  
  • BA 2230 - Customer Relations

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: BA 1131  or ESOL 1030 .
    Focuses on the relationship of self to customers, problem solving and communicating with customers, understanding customers, anticipating customers’ needs and offering assistance.

  
  • BA 2234 - Organizational Behavior

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: AAS Written Communication Requirement or BA 1121 .
    Pre- or corequisite: BA 2133  or HT 1101 .
    Covers the fundamentals of human behavior within business organizations, organizational relationships and communication processes that affect motivation and human behavior.

  
  • BA 2236 - Retail Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BA 1101 .
    Focuses on the changing demographics of retail management, the growth of new retail formats and the use of information technology to enable quick response to market dynamics through customer service, vendor-retailer partnering and employee diversity.

  
  • BA 2238 - Human Resource Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: (BA 1101  or BA 2133 ) + (BA 1121  or AAS Written Communication Requirement).
    Focuses on the role of human resource management in relation to organizational requirements. Topics include human resource management, employee staffing, compensation and benefits, labor relations, Equal Employment Opportunity, affirmative action, training and development and other related topics.

  
  • BA 2240 - Business Law

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   
    Provides an overview of the legal system and an introduction to common legal principles. The course focuses on topics particularly relevant to business, including the legal system, torts, contracts, product liability and agency. The course will assist students in identifying and understanding the sources of liability and strategies to minimize legal risk.

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

  
  • BA 2270 - Real Estate Law

    3 credit hour(s)
    Focuses on the fiduciary relationship between real estate agent and client, ownership rights, law of agency and law of contracts. This course has been certified to earn 30 hours of credit toward the New Mexico Real Estate Broker’s License Exam.

  
  • BA 2271 - Real Estate Principles and Practice

    3 credit hour(s)
    Recommended: BA 2270 .

    Covers the real estate market, real property ownership and interest, deeds and descriptions, property transfer, contracts, finance and appraising. Course has been certified to earn 30 hours of credit toward the New Mexico Real Estate Broker’s License Exam.

  
  • BA 2274 - Real Estate Investment

    3 credit hour(s)


    Recommended: BA 2270  + BA 2271 .*

    Introduces the principles for investment decisions, assessment of property potential and an awareness of the marketplace and the needs of the public.

    * Students will benefit from a foundational knowledge of real estate law, principles and practice.

  
  • BA 2275 - Broker Basics

    3 credit hour(s)


    Recommended: BA 2270  + BA 2271 .

     

    Covers the establishment of a real estate office agency relationships and law, signage, brokers’ duties, trade names, listing and purchasing agreements, common forms, property management and trusteeship/ trust accounts. Course has been certified to earn 30 hours of credit toward the New Mexico Real Estate Brokers License Exam.

    *Students will benefit from a foundational knowledge in real estate law, principles and practice

  
  • BA 2278 - Property Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    Explores residential and commercial property management, marketing of services, market analysis, record keeping, related laws, legal documents, property maintenance, employee relations, insurance, security and administration.

  
  • BA 2281 - Ethics in Business

    3 credit hour(s)


    Pre- or corequisite: BA 1121  or AAS Written Communication Requirement or ESOL 1020 .
    Recommended: BA 1101 .*

    Focuses on the identification, analysis and practical resolution of ethical issues that managers and business leaders face in the workplace with particular emphasis on the role of business managers and leaders in establishing and maintaining the ethical culture of a business. Case studies and real-life problems are used to study the competing values and interests involved in ethical situations, and to develop a framework and strategy to make practical decisions.

    *Students will benefit from a foundational knowledge of business principles and practices.

  
  • BA 2282 - Leadership and Group Dynamics

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BA 1121  or AAS Written Communication Requirement
    Pre- or corequisite: BA 1131 .
    Focuses on the development of leadership skills. Course is designed to provide basic steps in leadership and group dynamics to help individuals develop a personal philosophy of leadership of the moral and ethical responsibility of leadership.

  
  • BA 2325 - Introduction and Applied Analytical Programming

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BA 1325 
    This course introduces more advanced concepts of business analytics and the applications of statistical software for data management and reporting. Topics include an overview of data and text mining, forecasting and optimization techniques, data visualization, data security, ethics, data management, data preprocessing, and modeling including linear and logistic regression analysis using programming tools.

  
  • BA 2335 - Introduction to Predictive Analysis and Applied Predictive Modeling

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BA 2325 
    This course introduces the foundations of predictive analytics and applying predictive models.  Topics include basic predictive modeling methods for both classification and regression tasks, and the use of classification and regression models in real-world scenarios.

  
  • BA 2375 - Analytical Tools

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: BA 2335 
    This course covers advanced statistical and analytic tools for use in decision-making, and the planning and execution of an analytics project that integrates the analytical knowledge and skills acquired through prior coursework. Topics include an overview of data mining, analysis of semi-structured and unstructured data, and text analytics. Students will define and carry out an analytics project from inception to final reporting.

  
  • BA 2999 - Capstone Course

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: Department approval.
    Focuses on assessment of student learning outcomes for program of study.

    Note(s):
    • Taken in student’s last term


Carpentry

  
  • CARP 1005 - Carpentry Blueprint Reading I

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  
    Includes lumber sizing, scaling, centering and triangle theory, interpretation of elevations drawings, floor plans, symbols, notations, dimensions and structural information.

  
  • CARP 1030 - Carpentry Theory I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: CARP 1005 .
    Introduces students to the construction trade and explains floor framing systems, wall, ceiling, stair, and roof framing and the installation of exterior doors and windows.

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  • CARP 1305 - Furniture Making

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: CARP 1320 .
    Includes fundamental design and construction of simple furniture including safety and use of hand and power tools. Students will design and construct a furniture project.

    Note(s):

    • 15 theory hours
    • 90 lab hours

  
  • CARP 1315 - Cabinetmaking

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: CARP 1320 .
    Fundamentals of cabinet construction. Emphasis is on safety and use of tools. European construction is emphasized.

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

  
  • CARP 1320 - Carpentry Fundamentals

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  
    Includes safety and use of hand and power tools. Students design a project, generate an estimate and bill of materials, and build and complete the project.

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

  
  • CARP 1325 - Construction Trades Blueprint Reading

    3 credit hour(s)
    Focuses on reading and interpreting blueprints with emphasis on terminology, symbols, notations, scaling, dimensioning and drawing techniques. Reviews construction methods, materials, calculations for material take-off and estimates.

  
  • CARP 1392 - Construction Lab A

    5 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: CARP 1005  + CARP 1030 .
    Provides beginning carpentry students practical hands on learning by taking advantage of building opportunities on an off campus.

    Note(s):
    • 225 lab hours

  
  • CARP 1492 - Construction Lab B

    5 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: CARP 1392 .
    Provides advanced carpentry students practical hands on learning by taking advantage of building opportunities on an off campus.

    Note(s):

    • 225 lab hours

  
  • CARP 1692 - Advanced Furniture Making

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   + CARP 1320 
    Covers advanced design and construction of simple furniture including safety and use of hand and power tools. Includes designing and constructing a furniture project.

    Note(s):
    • 90 lab hours

  
  • CARP 1892 - Spanish Colonial Furniture Making

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: CARP 1320 .
    Students will learn basic joinery, hand carving and popular colonial furniture making techniques common to Spanish colonial furniture; includes designing and constructing a furniture project.

    Note(s):

    • 90 lab hours

  
  • CARP 2005 - Carpentry Blueprint Reading II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: CARP 1005  or department approval.
    Introduces blueprint applications for residential homes, multiple family dwellings and commercial buildings, along with material estimating and volume measure.

  
  • CARP 2030 - Carpentry Theory 2

    3 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: CARP 1005 .
    Recommended: CARP 1030 .

    Introduces common materials and methods used for exterior and interior finish, moisture protection, exterior wall coverings, drywall and interior doors, trim and cabinet installation.

  
  • CARP 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    3-7 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.

    Note(s):


  
  • CARP 2130 - Metal Stud Framing

    2 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: CARP 2030  + CARP 2005 .
    Introduces common materials and methods used in metal framing and commercial carpentry. Provides practical, hands-on, experience erecting and installing metal stud framing.

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

  
  • CARP 2230 - Concrete Forming and Rigging

    2 credit hour(s)
    Pre- or corequisite: CARP 2030  + CARP 2005 .
    Introduces common materials and methods used for forming and placing concrete including rigging and lifting techniques used in a commercial setting.

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

  
  • CARP 2997 - Independent Study

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


Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 1010 - Chemistry in Our Community

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite:   
    Recommended:  * +  CHEM 1092 .**

    This course will introduce non-science majors to the basic chemistry required to understand a variety of scientific topics currently in the news and affecting our community such as the ozone hole, global warming, acid rain, nuclear power, plastics, drugs, and genetic engineering. Students will develop the critical thinking skills to assess the risks and benefits or technology-based issues. By the end of the course, students will be able to critically evaluate scientific claims as presented in the popular press.

    * It is recommended that students take MATH 0970  prior to taking CHEM 1010 since a working knowledge of basic algebra is useful.
    ** Additionally, it is recommended that students take CHEM 1092  concurrently with the lecture. The lab experience serves to enhance the student’s understanding of the concepts discussed in the lecture. 

    Note(s):


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  • CHEM 1092 - Chemistry in Our Community Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite:   
    Recommended: CHEM 1010 * +  **

    This course will introduce non-science majors to the basic chemistry required to understand a variety of scientific topics currently in the news and affecting our community, and to see how chemistry is used in our society. Through laboratory exercises, students will develop the critical thinking skills to assess the risks and benefits of technology-based issues. By the end of this course, students will be able to critically evaluate scientific claims as presented in the popular press.

    *It is strongly recommended that students take CHEM 1010  concurrently with this lab. The lecture serves to enhance the student’s understanding of the laboratory investigations.
    **It is recommended that students take MATH 0970  prior to taking CHEM 1092 as an understanding of basic algebra is useful. 

    Note(s):


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  • CHEM 1096-1996 - Special Topics

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

    Note(s):


  
  • CHEM 1410 - Introduction to Chemistry

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite:  +  
    Recommended: CHEM 1492 .*

    Introduces qualitative and quantitative aspects of general chemistry: atomic and molecular structure, periodic table, acids and bases, mass relationships, solutions and brief introduction to organic chemistry.

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

    Note(s):

    • Students not meeting the IRW 0980  prerequisite may elect to take CSE 1101  as a Pre- or Corequisite to this course.
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to CHEM 1120. Read more.  

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  • CHEM 1492 - Introduction to Chemistry Laboratory

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:  +  
    Pre- or corequisite: CHEM 1410 .
    Introduces experiments complementing CHEM 1410 .

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours
    • Students not meeting the IRW 0980 prerequisite may elect to take CSE 1101  as a Pre- or Corequisite to this course.
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to CHEM 1120L. Read more.  

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  • CHEM 1710 - General Chemistry I

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite:   + MATH 1310  
    Recommended: CHEM 1792 .*

    First of a two-term sequence for students in the sciences, engineering or pre-med. Atomic and molecular structure, chemical periodicity, mass and energy relationships and chemical reactions.

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

    Note(s):

    • Students not meeting the IRW 0980  prerequisite may elect to take CSE 1101  as a Pre- or Corequisite to this course.
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to CHEM 1215. Read more.  

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  • CHEM 1792 - General Chemistry I Lab

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite:   + MATH 1310  
    Pre- or corequisite: CHEM 1710 .
    A three-hour per week laboratory class containing experiments complementing the CHEM 1710  lecture class.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours
    • Students not meeting the IRW 0980  prerequisite may elect to take CSE 1101  as a Pre- or Corequisite to this course.
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to CHEM 1215L. Read more.  

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  • CHEM 1810 - General Chemistry II

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: CHEM 1710  within the past 3 years + CHEM 1792  within the past 3 years + MATH 1315 .
    Recommended: CHEM 1892 .*

    Emphasizes acids and bases, equilibrium, kinetics, thermodynamics, solubility, electro- and nuclear chemistry. Introduces coordination and organic chemistry.

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

    Note(s):

    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to CHEM 1225. Read more.  

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  • CHEM 1892 - General Chemistry II Lab

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: CHEM 1710  within the past 3 years + CHEM 1792  within the past 3 years + MATH 1315 .
    Pre- or corequisite: CHEM 1810 .
    A three-hour per week laboratory class containing experiments complementing the CHEM 1810  lecture class.

    Note(s):
    • 45 lab hours
    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to CHEM 1225L. Read more.  

  
  
  • CHEM 2210 - Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite: (CHEM 1410  + CHEM 1492 ) or (CHEM 1710  + CHEM 1792 ).
    Introduces organic and biochemistry for students in health or environmental occupations: survey of organic functional groups including chemistry of living organisms. Emphasis on medical aspects.

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

  
  • CHEM 2710 - Organic Chemistry I

    3 credit hour(s)


    Prerequisite: CHEM 1810  + CHEM 1892 .
    Recommended: CHEM 2792 .*

    Introduces study of modern organic chemistry including bonding theory, structure and reactivity, physical properties and the reactions of organic compounds. Systematic examination of organic compounds based on their functional groups, including their synthesis and characterization by instrumental methods.

    * It is recommended that students take CHEM 2792  concurrently with the lecture. The lab experience serves to enhance the student’s understanding of the concepts discussed in the lecture.

    Note(s):

    • As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to CHEM 2130. Read more .

 

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