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Automotive Service Educational Program
1.0 credits ASEP-110: Shop Fundamentals & Safety
This course will orient the student to shop operations, use of service manuals, pay structures, tools, warranties, and customer relations. Shop safety will be strongly emphasized as well as employee/employer relations.
Offered: FALL
7.0 credits ASEP-120: Gm Electrical & Ignition Syst.
A study of the electrical and electronic systems found in the automotive field. Emphasis is on basic circuitry, starting systems, charging systems, ignition systems, diagnosis and servicing the electrical components on current GM model vehicles.
Prerequisites: Take RENG-250 and INST-144.
Offered: FALL
3.0 credits ASEP-125: General Motors Hybrid Technology
This course will explain and demonstrate theory and operation of key General Motors hybrid vehicle systems and components. Knowledge retention and subject understanding will be enhanced by interactive classroom components whenever possible. Procedures for handling high voltage batteries will be covered. Personal safety will be emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-120
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits ASEP-130: GM Fuel & Emission Syst.
A study of the fuel and emission systems used on current GM model vehicles. Students will learn to use the exhaust gas analyzer, oscilloscopes, and other special equipment.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-120.
Corequisites: ASEP-140
Offered: SP
3.0 credits ASEP-135: General Motors Vehicle Networks
This course will explore the complex, on-board computer networks found on modern GM vehicles. The CAN network will be emphasized as will the proper techniques for isolating, diagnosing and repairing complex automotive computer networks. Safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-120.
Corequisites: ASEP-140
Offered: SP
4.0 credits ASEP-140: GM Drivability
A systematic troubleshooting method for General Motors fuel, electrical and electronic systems. Use of tools and equipment needed for proper diagnosis emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-130
Offered: SP
1.0 credits ASEP-145: ASE Tests
Students must be signed up for a minimum of two ASE exams and pass one.
Offered: SP
1.0 credits ASEP-146: ASE Tests
Take and pass remaining ASE exams. Students are required to pass a minimum of four ASE exams in order to receive graduate. Any tests passed in ASEP 145 are counted as part of the requirement.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-145.
Offered: SP
4.0 credits ASEP-150: GM Engines & Related Syst
This course covers the principles and operation of the internal combustion engine. Engines will be properly disassembled for component identification. All parts will be inspected, measured, and reassembled. The oiling and cooling system will also be covered.
Corequisites: ASEP-160
Offered: SU
2.0 credits ASEP-155: General Motors Adv Air Induction Systems
This course covers variable valve timing, turbo chargers and superchargers. The theory, operation and diagnosis of each of these systems will be covered and the manufacturers diagnostic and repair procedures will be stressed. Personal and vehicle safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-140.
Corequisites: ASEP-150
Offered: SU
2.0 credits ASEP-160: GM Heating & Air Conditioning
A theory and shop course to teach the student GM heating, air conditioning systems, and controls. The student will learn to diagnose and recover refrigerant, evacuate, and recharge air conditioning systems.
Corequisites: ASEP-150
Offered: SU
3.0 credits ASEP-165: General Motors Advanced Hvac Diagnosis
This course will cover advanced diagnosis theory and practice on GM vehicle heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems. The course will address computer based HVAC controls as well as the network of sensors. Environmental and personal safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-140.
Corequisites: ASEP-160
Offered: SU
8.0 credits ASEP-170: GM Power Trains
The theory and practical application of automotive power trains, including clutches, transmissions, drive lines, transaxles and di ferential service will be taught. Diagnosis, troubleshooting and actual repair procedures will be performed on General Motors vehicles in the shop.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-160.
Offered: DMND
6.0 credits ASEP-172: GM Automatic Trans/Transaxles
The operating principles of GM automatic transmissions, transaxles, and their diagnosis, electrical and electronic controls, and repair will be covered. Instruction on noise, vibration and harshness diagnosis and correction will also be covered along with mechanical and hydraulic components. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-175
Offered: FALL
5.0 credits ASEP-175: General Motors Manual Trans/Transaxles
The theory and repair of GM manual transmissions and transaxles, differentials, clutches, transfer cases and drive axles will be covered. Noise, hard shifting and other common concerns will be addressed. Diagnosis and troubleshooting will be stressed. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-172
Offered: SP
4.0 credits ASEP-180: GM Brake Systems
A study of the theory, diagnosis and repair procedures of General Motors disc and drum brake systems will be taught. Instruction will be given on brake machining equipment, hydraulic systems and component replacement on traditional and anti-lock brake systems.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-170.
Corequisites: ASEP-190
Offered: SP
1.0 credits ASEP-185: GM ABS & Traction Cont System
This course will cover Anti-Lock Brake System, Anti-Slip Systems and Traction control systems and include theory, diagnosis and repair procedures as outlined in factory service information. Electric power steering motors, sensors and circuitry will be included. Safety will be emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-180
Offered: SP
4.0 credits ASEP-190: GM Steering & Suspension
A theory and shop course to introduce the student to steering geometry, front and rear suspension service, wheel alignment, and wheel balancing. Lab work will include instruction on the la est GM vehicles' steering and suspension systems.
Corequisites: ASEP-180
Offered: SP
1.0 credits ASEP-195: GM Computer Controlled Suspensions
This course will cover the theory of operation of the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems of the computer controlled suspension systems on GM vehicles. Proper service procedures and techniques will be presented. Safety will be emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-190
Offered: SP
4.0 credits ASEP-280: GM Cooperative Work Education
The student will be employed at an approved General Motors automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supevised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-120.
Offered: DMND
4.0 credits ASEP-281: GM Cooperative Work Education
The student will be employed at an approved General Motors automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-140.
Offered: DMND
4.0 credits ASEP-282: GM Cooperative Work Education
The student will be employed at an approved General Motors automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-160.
Offered: DMND
4.0 credits ASEP-283: GM Cooperative Work Education
The student will be employed at an approved General Motors automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly report MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-170.
Offered: DMND
0.5 - 6.0 credits ASEP-295: SPTO: (Special Topics)
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
Offered: DMND
Auto Body
4.0 credits AUBO-119: Sheet Metal Welding
This course is designed to introduce the students to MIG welding procedures, set up and terminology used in sheet metal welding. The students will be exposed to all areas of MIG, oxy oxcetalean, and plasma torch industry safety. This course will provide the students with the basic knowledge and hands on experience to successfully demonstrate proper sheet metal welds in a variety of joints and welding positions.
Offered: FASP
6.0 credits AUBO-121: Non-Structural Repair
This basic auto body course is designed to develop the students understanding of general shop safety using hand tolls, pneumatic tools and power tools. This course will also cover: straightening fundamentals, plastic and composite repair, panel replacement, and adjustments.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-119.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-122: Advanced Non-Structural Repair 1
This course will involve the students in all phases of minor non-structural collision damage repairs. This course will encompass sheet metal repair, advanced panel replacement and alignment.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-121.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-123: Advanced Non-Structural Repair II
This course is a continuation of AUBO 122 with emphasis in all phases of minor non-structural damage repair. The student will be instructed in sheet metal repair and panel alignment as well as the R&I of automotive glass and related components.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-122.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-124: Automotive Industry Collision Repair I
This advanced course is a combination of AUBO 120, 121, 122, 123. This course will incorporate all areas of major non-structural collision damage repair. Through practical application the student will learn how to effectively repair all heavy collision damage using current I-CAR repair standards and procedures
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-123.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-126: Automotive Industry Collision Repair II
This advanced course is a continuation of AUBO 124 with emphasis on time efficiency. This course will involve the student in all areas of major collision damage repair. The student will be exposed to all applicable I-CAR industry procedures and standards involved in sheet metal and composite panel repair.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-124.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-127: Frame and Structural Repair
This course will involve the student in all areas of frame and structural damage repairs. Through theory and practical application, the student will learn how to diagnose and repair various types of damage including: mash, twist, sag and side sway. This course will expose the students to safe work habits while using measuring and straightening equipment.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-126.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-128: Structural Panel Replacement
This course is a continuation of AUBO 127 with infancies in structural panel replacement. The student will be exposed to frame and unibody measuring equipment and their proper use in sectioning procedures. Through theory and practical application the student will learn how to ID structural components, properly separate spot welds, position and weld new body panels in place.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-127.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-130: Introduction to Automotive Refinishing
This course is designed in incorporate all aspects of surface preparation, paint safety, refinishing materials, and refinishing fundamentals. Students will receive instructions for the application of acrylic enamel and base coat/clear coat refinishing systems.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-131: Intermediate Automotive Refinishing
This course encompasses all areas of surface preparation, damage repair and refinishing procedures that are necessary for achieving a proper spot repair. Students will also be exposed to safe work habits in the refinishing area and correct automotive detailing procedures.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-130.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-132: Automotive Color Adjustment & Blending
This course will help develop the skills needed to match any type of paint. It will expose the student to color theory, color evaluation, color matching, and other color adjustment factors. The student will be instructed in multiple panel paint blending techniques as well.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-131.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-133: Automotive Overall Refinishing
This course encompasses all areas of automotive refinishing. This advanced course is a continuation of AUBO 132 with emphasis in achieving industry refinishing times and standards consistent with that of I-CAR. The student will be exposed to surface preparation and refinishing techniques involved with overall refinishing. The students will also be instructed on paint safety, use of acrylic enamel and base coat/clear coat refinishing system.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-132.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-230: Body Shop Management I
This advanced course is designed to simulate an auto body estimator?s position. The student will be exposed to a systematic approach to damage analysis as well as cost estimation.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-133.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits AUBO-231: Body Shop Management II
This course is a continuation of AUBO 230. The student will demonstrate considerable technical judgment in assigning technicians to projects and inspecting completed work. The student will also be exposed to basic record keeping and damage report writing skills.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-230.
Offered: FASP
1.0 - 18.0 credits AUBO-280: Cooperative Education
This course covers the industrial application of the auto body industry. Students will be supervised and evaluated jointly by the Director of Cooperative Education and the employer.
Prerequisites: Take AUBO-235, AUBO-236, and WELD-237.
Offered: FASP
1.0 - 8.0 credits AUBO-295: SPTO: (Special Topics)
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
Offered: ALL
Automotive Technology
5.0 credits AUTE-111: Steering and Suspension
A theory and shop course to introduce the student to steering geometry, front and rear suspension service, wheel alignment, power steering service, and wheel balancing. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: AUTE-112
Offered: FALL
5.0 credits AUTE-112: Brakes
A study of the theory and diagnostic procedures of disc and drum brake systems, including anti-lock brakes. Instruction on machining of discs, drums, and rebuilding of brake hydraulic components will be given. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: AUTE-111
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits AUTE-113: Basic Electrical
Basic fundamentals of electrical theory, magnetism, current flow, Ohms Law, series, parallel, and series parallel circuit calculations. The use of basic meters and their application to circuit diagnosis will be taught. Safety is emphasized.
Offered: FASP
6.0 credits AUTE-114: Electrical Systems
Diagnosis of the general electrical system to include battery, starting, charging, lighting, gauges, horn, wiper/washer and accessories using meters and schematics with standard troubleshooting procedures.
Prerequisites: Must take AUTE-113 first.
Corequisites: AUTE-117
Offered: SP
6.0 credits AUTE-115: Manual Dr Train & Transaxles
The theory and repair of manual transmission, differentials, clutches, transaxles and drive axles will be covered. Diagnosis and troubleshooting will be stressed. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: AUTE-116
Offered: SP
6.0 credits AUTE-116: Auto Transmission & Transaxles
The operating principles of automatic transmissions, diagnosis, electrical and electronic controls, and repair will be covered. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: AUTE-115
Offered: SP
12.0 credits AUTE-117: Engine Performance
This course will cover the use of engine performance test equipment, fuel system operation, fuel injection, ignition systems, starting and charging systems. A systematic method of troubleshooting will be taught. Safety is emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take AUTE-113.
Corequisites: AUTE-114
Offered: SP
8.0 credits AUTE-118: Engine Repair
This course will cover the principles and operation of the internal combustion engine. Engines will be properly disassembled, inspected, measured, and reassembled. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: AUTE-119
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits AUTE-119: Heating and Air Conditioning
A theory and shop course to teach the student automotive air conditioning and heating systems as they apply to automotive vehicles. The use of test equipment will be emphasized and the student will learn to diagnose, evacuate, recover refrigerant and recharge air conditioning systems. Safety is emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take AUTE-113.
Corequisites: AUTE-118
Offered: FALL
1.0 - 9.0 credits AUTE-280: Cooperative Education
The student will be employed at an approved work station which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the students career and educational goals. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Offered: DMND
0.5 - 6.0 credits AUTE-295: SPTO: (Special Topics)
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
Offered: DMND
Building Trades
2.0 credits BLDT-110: Basic Blueprint Reading & Design
Learn to read and interpret a basic set of house plans. Students also complete a set of plans of their own design, based on the parameters given by the instructor. Emphasis on sound floor plan design and mechanical illustration.
Minimum grade required: "C"
Offered: FALL
3.0 credits BLDT-111: Foundations & Floor Planning
This course will teach the basics of site layout, building foundations, and floor framing. The on-campus laboratory experience will include construction of a house.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: FALL
6.0 credits BLDT-112: Fundamentals of Wall Framing
Learn to layout walls and construct exterior and interior wall sections. Students will gain a strong knowledge of all the components that go into those framed units.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Prerequisites: Take BLDT-111.
Offered: FALL
3.0 credits BLDT-113: Insulation and Drywall
Learn about the use and installation of insulation products and systems available for use in residential and commercial applications. Students will also learn the proper techniques used in the installation of drywall and the taping and texturing phase.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: FALL
3.0 credits BLDT-114: Practical Construction Estimating
Learn to accurately estimate material costs on basic building projects. This course includes a laboratory project whereby students estimate the materials needed, construct the project and then do a follow up on the accuracy of their estimations.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: FALL
5.0 credits BLDT-115: Finish Carpentry & Painting
Learn to install baseboards, doors and casings, and other miscellaneous moldings. Students will also design and build closet organizers. Additionally the course teaches proper paint techniques in brush, roller, and spray applications.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: FALL
6.0 credits BLDT-125: Roof Framing & Shingling
Gain detailed knoweledge of how to construct a roof using pre-engineered trusses and/or stick framing techniques. The campus laboratory experience will include constructing a house.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Prerequisites: Take BLDT-111 and BLDT-112.
Offered: SP
3.0 credits BLDT-126: Window & Door Installation
Learn about the many window and door products available as well as proper installation techniques. As part of the their laboratory experience students will install window and door units on the house being built.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: SP
3.0 credits BLDT-127: Exterior Wall Applications
Understand the different choices for exterior wall applications. As part or their laboratory experience students will install or apply different kinds of materials.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: SP
3.0 credits BLDT-128: Cabinet Design
Understand the process of designing and installing cabinets for kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms and other spaces. Additionally, students will learn how to construct the basic cabinet unit.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: SP
3.0 credits BLDT-129: Green Building Concepts
Understand the basics of "green building" design including the many products and structure choices available. As part of the laboratory experience students will utilize some of the products and techniques within their constructed house.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: SP
3.0 credits BLDT-130: Flooring Installations
Understand the many floor coverings available. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to work with some of these products in the installation phase of their house building project.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: SP
1.0 credits BLDT-131: Stair Construction
Learn to layout and construct basic stairs. Includes building a basic set of stairs.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: SP
1.0 credits BLDT-132: Building Codes
Gain a fundamental understanding of building codes as they apply to our industry in the United States. Some of the most widely used codes will be discussed within the classroom and laboratory setting.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: SP
1.0 - 4.1 credits BLDT-195: Special Topics
Specific subjects and credits to be announced in the course schedule.
Offered: DMND
6.0 credits BLDT-221: Construction Supervision
Available to degree seeking and advanced Building Trades students only. Students will be introduced to supervising through interaction with beginning students. Concentration will be on job site management and time line scheduling.
Minimum grade required:"C".
Prerequisites: Take BLDT 110 - 115 and BLDT 125 - 132.
Offered: FASP
College Automotive Program
1.0 - 3.0 credits CAPP-105: SPIN: (Special Interest)
Course is designed to address a variety of subjects required to meet the needs of lifelong learning students. Not available for transfer nor applicable as an elective.
Offered: DMND
1.0 credits CAPP-110: Chrysler Shop-Fund and Safety
This course will orient the student to shop operations, use of service manuals, pay structures, tools, warranties, and customer relations. Shop safety will be strongly emphasized as well as employee/employer relations.
Corequisites: CAPP-120
Offered: FALL
7.0 credits CAPP-120: Chrysler Electrical & Ignition Systerm
A study of the electrical and electronic systems found in the automotive field. Emphasis is on basic circuitry, starting systems, charging systems, ignition systems, diagnosis and servicing the electrical components on current Chrysler vehicles. Instruction will include test equipment related to ignition, electrical, and electronic devices. Course includes specific DaimlerChrysler training.
Corequisites: CAPP-110
Offered: FALL
3.0 credits CAPP-125: Chrysler Hybrid Technology
This course will explain and demonstrate theory and operation of key Chrysler Corp. hybrid vehicle systems and components. Knowledge retention and subject understanding will be enhanced by interactive classroom components whenever possible. Procedures for handling high voltage batteries will be covered. Personal safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-120.
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits CAPP-130: Chrysler Fuel & Emission System
A study of the fuel and emission control systems used on current Chrysler vehicles. Students will learn to use the exhaust gas analyzer, oscilloscope, and other special test equipment. Course includes specific Chrysler training.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-110 and CAPP-120.
Corequisites: CAPP-140
Offered: SP
3.0 credits CAPP-135: Chrysler Vehicle Networks
This course will explore the complex, on-board computer networks found on modern Chrysler vehicles. The CAN network will be emphasized as will the proper techniques of isolating, diagnosing, and repairing complex automotive computer networks. Safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-120.
Corequisites: CAPP-140
Offered: SP
4.0 credits CAPP-140: Chrysler Drivability Diagnosis & Repair
A systematic troubleshooting method for Chrysler fuel, electrical, and electronic systems. Use of tools and equipment needed for proper diagnosis emphasized. Course includes specific Chrysler training.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-110 and CAPP-120.
Corequisites: CAPP-130
Offered: SP
1.0 credits CAPP-145: ASE Tests
Sign up for a minimum of two ASE exams and pass one.
Offered: SP
1.0 credits CAPP-146: ASE Tests
Take and pass remaining ASE exams. Students are required to pass a minimum of four ASE exams in order to graduate. Any tests passed in CAPP 145 are counted as part of the requirement.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-145.
Offered: SP
4.0 credits CAPP-150: Chrysler Engines & Related Systems
This course covers the principles and operation of the internal combustion engine. Internal combustion engines will be properly disassembled with nomenclature identification. All parts will be inspected, measured, and reassembled. The operation and repair of the lubrication and cooling system will also be covered. Course includes specific Chrysler training.
Corequisites: CAPP-160
Offered: SU
2.0 credits CAPP-155: Chrysler Advanced Air Induction Systems
This course covers variable valve timing, turbo chargers, and superchargers. The theory, operation, and diagnosis of each of these systems will be covered and the manufacturers diagnostic and repair procedures will be stressed. Personal and vehicle safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-120.
Offered: SU
2.0 credits CAPP-160: Chrysler Heat & Ac Systems
A theory and shop course to teach the student automotive air conditioning and heating systems as they apply to current model Chrysler vehicles. The use of test equipment will be emphasized and the student will learn to diagnose, evacuate, and recharge air conditioning systems. Course includes specific Chrysler training.
Corequisites: CAPP-150
Offered: SU
3.0 credits CAPP-165: Chrysler Advanced HVAC Diagnosis
This course will cover advanced diagnosis theory and practice on Chrysler vehicle heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems. The course will address computer based HVAC controls as well as the network of sensors. Environmental and personal safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-140.
Corequisites: CAPP-160
Offered: SU
8.0 credits CAPP-170: Chrysler Power Trains
The theory and practical application of automotive power trains, including clutches, transmissions, drive lines, transaxles and differential service will be taught. Diagnosis, troubleshooting and actual repair procedures will be performed on Chrysler vehicles in the shop. Course includes specific Chrysler training.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-150 and CAPP-160.
Offered: DMND
6.0 credits CAPP-172: Chrysler Automatic Trans/Transaxles
The operating principles of Chrysler automatic transmissions, transaxles, and their diagnosis, electrical and electronic controls, and repair will be covered. Instruction on noise, vibration and harshness diagnosis and correction will also be covered along with mechanical and hydraulic components. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: CAPP-175
Offered: FALL
5.0 credits CAPP-175: Chrysler Manual Trans/Transaxles
The theory and repair of Chrysler manual transmissions and transaxles, differentials, clutches, transfer cases and drive axles will be covered. Noise, hard shifting and other common issues will be covered. Diagnosis and troubleshooting will be stressed. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: CAPP-172
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits CAPP-180: Chrysler Brake Systems
A study of the theory and diagnostic repair procedures of Chrysler disc and drum brake systems will be taught. Instruction will be given on brake machining equipment, hydraulic systems and component replacement on traditional and anti-lock brake systems. Course includes specific Chrysler training.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-170.
Corequisites: CAPP-190
Offered: SP
1.0 credits CAPP-185: Chrysler ABS/Traction Control System
This course will cover Anti-Lock Brake System, Anti-Slip Systems and Traction Control Systems and include theory, diagnosis and repair procedures as outlined in factory service information. Electronic power steering motors, sensors, and circuitry will be included. Safety will be emphasized.
Corequisites: CAPP-180
Offered: SP
4.0 credits CAPP-190: Chrysler Steering & Suspension
A theory and shop course to introduce the student to Chrysler steering geometry, front and rear suspension service, wheel alignment, and wheel balancing. Lab work will include instruction on the latest model vehicles' steering and suspension systems. Course includes specific uChrysler training.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-170.
Corequisites: CAPP-180
Offered: SP
1.0 credits CAPP-195: Chrysler Computer Controlled Suspensions
This course will cover the theory of operation of the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems of the computer controlled suspension systems on Chrysler vehicles. Proper service procedures and techniques will be presented. Safety will be emphasized.
Corequisites: CAPP-190
Offered: SP
4.0 credits CAPP-280: Chrysler Coop Work Experience
The student will be employed at an approved Chrysler automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-110 and CAPP-120.
Offered: DMND
4.0 credits CAPP-281: Chrysler Coop Work Experience
The student will be employed at an approved Chrysler automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-130 and CAPP-140.
Offered: DMND
4.0 credits CAPP-282: Chrysler Coop Work Experience
The student will be employed at an approved Chrysler automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-150 and CAPP-160.
Offered: DMND
4.0 credits CAPP-283: Daim/Chrys Coop Work Experience
The student will be employed at an approved DaimlerChrysler automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week by San Juan College Web course access on the Internet. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take CAPP-170.
Offered: DMND
0.5 - 6.0 credits CAPP-295: SPTO: (Special Topics)
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
Offered: DMND
Cosmetology
3.0 credits COSM-110: Theory I
Introduces the student to the cosmetology industry concerning professional image, ethics, first aid, NM state laws and regulations, chemistry and electricity.
3.0 credits COSM-111: Color Theory II
Reviews the NM cosmetology state laws and regulations and professional standards. It also includes a study of the practices and techniques that are needed to pass the state board exam for cosmetology. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits COSM-120: Sterilization & Sanitation
This course covers related theory, safety, methods of sterilization of materials and implements, preparation, procedures and practices, public sanitation and chemical agents. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits COSM-130: Shampoos, Rinses & Scalp Treat
Introduces the student to the preparation, procedures and practices, materials, implements, hair analysis, scalp disorders, related chemistry, record keeping and safety. Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits COSM-140: Facials
Introduces the related theory, anatomy, physiology, procedures and practical applications, products, theory of massage, various skin conditions, makeup application, removal of unwanted hair, client consultations, record keeping and safety. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits COSM-151: Manicuring/Pedicuring
Focuses on advanced nail techniques, including nail enhancements, related theory, application of nail tips, overlays, acrylic nails, and fiberglass nails. Also included is the study of nail disorders, nail diseases and nail irregularities. Faculty Permission Required
5.0 credits COSM-160: Haircutting
This course covers related basic theory, anatomy, physiology, preparations, basic procedures and practices using scissors, shears, razors and clippers. The course also looks at client consultations and recommendations, safety procedures and record keeping. Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits COSM-171: Hairstyling
Increases the student's knowledge in advanced styling to include related theory, advanced procedures and practices, long hair techniques, braiding, hair extensions, hair weaving, corn rowing and hairpieces. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits COSM-181: Haircoloring/Bleaching
Designed to give the student more detailed information on haircoloring. Offers a review of tinting procedures, related theory, more advanced procedures and practice, and safety. Student learns techniques for bleaching, frosting, special effects and corrective haircoloring. Faculty Permission Required
4.0 credits COSM-190: Chemical Restructure/Perms
This course in chemical restructuring covers hair analysis, client consultation and recommendations, preparation, basic procedures, product knowledge, materials, implements, related chemistry, related theory in anatomy and physiology, record keeping and safety procedures. Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits COSM-195: Salon Business & Retail Sales
Studies the business aspect of a salon. It includes related theory, opening a salon, business planning, written agreements, regulations, laws, salon operation, policies, practices, personnel, compensation, payroll deductions, telephone techniques, advertising, retail sales, client communications, public relations and insurance. Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits COSM-196: Personal & Community Health
Designed to focus on various public health issues and personal safety concerning the cosmetology profession. It includes training in blood borne pathogens, MSDS and personal safety awareness. Faculty Permission Required
6.0 credits COSM-198: Clinic Practice I
Practice of all the skills and knowledge learned in related courses. Students, supervised by licensed instructors perform all work. Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits COSM-199: Cllinic Practice II
A continuation of the practice of all the skills and knowledge learned in related courses. Students, supervised by licensed instructors perform all work. Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits COSM-211: Theory III
Areas of communication, resume writing, state laws, regulations review, job seeking and retention will be covered in this course. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits COSM-221: Testing & Student Evaluation
The student instructor will learn how to measure student ability/achievement, diagnose student weaknesses, motivation for study, and oral and written testing.
4.0 credits COSM-231: Teaching Methods
Included in this course is preparation, presentation, testing, lecture, workbook, demonstration and return demonstrations, discussion, question/answer, projects and field trips. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits COSM-241: Teaching Aids
In this course, the student instructor will learn the use of film or videos, charts, mannequins, reference materials, overhead projector and transparencies. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits COSM-250: Instructor Theory
The class is limited to orientation, state laws and regulations, professional image and conduct, first aid, job seeking ethics, principles of teaching, teacher's maturity and student learning principles. Faculty Permission Required
8.0 credits COSM-251: Theory Teaching & Class Mgmnt
Practical experience in the classroom is the core of this course. The following areas are covered: independent classroom instruction, keeping records and making reports, safety measures, classroom conditions and maintenance, class supervision and control, classroom problems and solutions. Faculty Permission Required
8.0 credits COSM-261: Lab Or Clinic Supervision
The student instructor will learn independent clinic supervision, client communication, client communication/reception desk, inventory control, effective dispensary procedures, supervision of clinic sanitation/client safety and technical skills ability. Faculty Permission Required
1.0 credits COSM-265: Barber Crossover
Designed for individuals who are licensed as cosmetologists and who wish to become licensed as barbers. This course covers related theory, anatomy, physiology, preparation, procedures and practice products, materials and implements, and beard trimming, shaving, honing and stropping. Faculty Permission Required
4.0 credits COSM-270: Course Develop & Lesson Plans
Planning, analysis, implementation, outlines, components of an effective lesson plan and principles for preparing lesson plans are included in this course. Faculty Permission Required
1.0 - 3.0 credits COSM-295: SPTO: (Special Topics)
Special or specific subjects that are offered to meet the needs of students and industry.
Offered: DMND Faculty Permission Required
Diesel Technology
9.0 credits DIME-110: Diesel Engine Overhaul
Study of the diesel fueled internal combustion engine. Complete disassembly and reassembly, final tune-up, diagnosis of system malfunction, and basic failure analysis. Safety will be strictly enforced.
Corequisites: DIME-111
Offered: FALL
5.0 credits DIME-111: Fuel Systems
Theory and operation of various fuel injection systems on diesel powered equipment. Safety will be strictly enforced.
Corequisites: DIME-110
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits DIME-115: Electrical
Basic fundamentals of electrical theory, magnetism, current flow, Ohms Law, series, parallel, and series parallel circuit calculations. Safety is emphasized.
Offered: FALL
6.0 credits DIME-118: Preventative Maintenance & Inspection
An introduction to vehicle/equipment inspection practices, preventative maintenance scheduling, pre-and post- repair inspections, and record keeping. Safety will be strictly enforced. A grade of ?C? or better must be earned to receive credit for this course.
Offered: FALL
5.0 credits DIME-123: Brakes
Theory and operation of air brake systems, hydraulic brake systems, retarders, and foundation brake components. Safety will be strictly enforced.
Corequisites: DIME-230,DIME-124
Offered: SP
4.0 credits DIME-124: Drivetrains
Theory and operation of clutches, manual transmissions, drivelines, differentials and final drive components. Safety will be strictly enforced.
Corequisites: DIME-230,DIME-123
Offered: SP
5.0 credits DIME-125: Steering
Steering component diagnosis and repair to include wheel alignment, wheel end components, and 5th wheels. Safety will be strictly enforced.
Corequisites: DIME-240,DIME-126
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits DIME-126: Suspensions
Theory and operation of various suspension systems on medium and heavy-duty trucks. Safety will be strictly enforced.
Corequisites: DIME-240,DIME-125
Offered: FALL
5.0 credits DIME-129: Drivability
Vehicle/equipment electronic management and emissions systems. Will incorporate the use of electronic service tools, software programs, on-board diagnostics, multiplexing, and diesel emission after treatment. Safety will be strictly enforced.
Prerequisites: Take AUTE-113.
Corequisites: DIME-213
Offered: SP
4.0 credits DIME-137: Fluid Power
Liquids and their ability to accomplish work. Hydrodynamic, hydrostatic, and computer controlled hydraulic systems will be covered. Safety will be strictly enforced. A grade of ?C? or better must be earned to receive credit for this course.
Corequisites: DIME-138
Offered: SP
5.0 credits DIME-138: HVAC
Theory and operation of mobile heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in equipment and medium/heavy duty trucks. Safety will be strictly enforced. A grade of ?C? or better must be earned to receive credit for this course.
Corequisites: DIME-137
Offered: SP
2.0 credits DIME-211: Bio Diesel
Instructor facilitated student research into bio diesel. The class is designed as a research of the manufacturing, benefits, problems with bio diesel, and basic bio diesel chemistry and manufacturing chemistry. Issues and infrastructure for bio diesel will be introduced. Safety will be strictly enforced. A grade of ?C? or better must be earned to receive credit for this class.
Offered: FALL
5.0 credits DIME-213: Advanced Electrical
Basic theory and operation of vehicle/equipment electrical systems including starting, charging, and monitoring components. Safety will be strictly enforced.
Prerequisites: Take AUTE-113 or DIME-115.
Corequisites: DIME-129
Offered: SP
5.0 credits DIME-230: Advanced Brakes & Drivetrains
Theory and operation of hydraulically operated/assisted drive trains including torque converters, transmissions, differentials, final drives, and foundation brake components for off-highway equipment. Safety will be strictly enforced.
Corequisites: DIME-123,DIME-124
Offered: SP
4.0 credits DIME-250: Advanced Steering and Suspension
This course will be based on the study of steering systems and suspension systems for off highway equipment. Safety will be strictly enforced. A grade of ?C? or better must be earned to receive credit for this course.
Prerequisites: Take DIME-125 and DIME-126, minimum grade C.
Offered: FALL
1.0 - 9.0 credits DIME-295: SPTO: (Special Topics)
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
Offered: DMND
Civil Drafting and Design Technology
1.0 - 3.0 credits DRFT-105: SPIN: (Special Interest)
Course is designed to address a variety of subjects required to meet the needs of lifelong learning students. Not available for transfer nor applicable as an elective.
Offered: DMND
3.0 credits DRFT-110: Technical Drafting I
A study of the basic techniques of drafting and the preparation of drawings using traditional drafting methods and CAD.
Prerequisites: Completion of Math-095 or appropriate Math Accuplacer score.
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits DRFT-111: Drafting for Industry
A study of the techniques of drafting and the reading and preparation of drawings from tradesmen. The graphic language of industry is covered in the areas of multi-view projection, dimensioning and sections.
Offered: SP
3.0 credits DRFT-112: Materials and Processes
This introductory course in materials science will give the student a basic knowledge of industrially significant materials and commonly employed processing and manufacturing methods.
Offered: SP
2.0 credits DRFT-113: Materials and Processes Lab
Exposes the drafting student to the theory and application of commonly employed manufacturing methods through experiences in a manufacturing environment.
Corequisites: DRFT-112
Offered: SP
4.0 credits DRFT-115: Technical Drafting II
This course comprises the use of auxiliary views, geometric tolerancing, threads, fasteners and springs, dimensioning, axonometric projection, oblique projection and perspective drawing in the production of drawings.
Prerequisites: Take DRFT-110 and DRFT-150.
Offered: SP
4.0 credits DRFT-119: Surveying
Elementary plane surveying to include concepts, field work, and computation.
Prerequisites: Completion of MATH-096 or appropriate Math Accuplacer score.
Offered: FALL
3.0 credits DRFT-120: Descriptive Geometry
The study of points, lines and planes in their spatial relationships. Problems in finding their true positions, lengths and shapes in space are solved by the principles of orthographic projection.
Offered: SP
3.0 credits DRFT-121: Engineering Graphics
This course comprises a study of engineering graphics using AutoCAD software package. Basic two-dimensional drafting techniques as well as wireframe, surface and solid modeling methods are employed in the production of technical drawings.
Minimum grade required: "C".
Offered: SP
4.0 credits DRFT-150: Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD)
Instruction in the use of computer-aided drafting workstations to produce drawings in two-dimensional format, using the basic draw and edit commands.
Corequisites: DRFT-110
Offered: FASP
1.0 - 4.0 credits DRFT-195: Special Topics
Specific courses and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Semester Offered On Demand.
Offered: DMND
1.0 credits DRFT-201: Investigation in Civil Draftng
An introduction to the various aspects of civil drafting and engineering technology. Students research related topics and present their findings.
Prerequisites: Take DRFT-115.
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits DRFT-210: Technical Drafting III
Design and working drawings, detail, subassembly and assembly drawings, and bill of materials are studied. Manufacturing methods and related drawing formats and topics in the mechanical and civil environment will be examined.
Prerequisites: Take DRFT-115 and MATH-185.
Corequisites: MATH-188
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits DRFT-247: Const Practices & Estimating
Methodology and quantity calculations including excavation, foundations, concrete and masonry structures, steell, framing, flooring, drywall, roofing, insulations, and finish work.
Offered: SP
4.0 credits DRFT-248: Civil Drafting I
Advanced instruction in common techniques specific to the civil drafting environment such as horizontal alignments and profiles, earthwork and GIS.
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits DRFT-249: Civil Drafting II
This course comprises instruction in the basics of geodetics, point analysis, 3D visualization, and surveying. Class work involves using industry standard civil design and GIS software applications to generate sites and parcels, cross-sections, alignments, contours, plan and profile drawings, corridors, drainage systems, and calculations relating to area, volume, angles, closures, and earthwork.
Prerequisites: Take DRFT-248.
Offered: SP
4.0 credits DRFT-255: Statics & Strength of Material
Practical approach to applying concepts of statics and strength of materials to solution of force systems.
Prerequisites: Take MATH-180 and MATH-185.
Offered: SP
4.0 credits DRFT-260: Advanced AutoCAD
A continuation of Computer-Aided Drafting. Topics in 3D modeling, customizing the CAD user interface and advanced drawing layout techniques are studied in depth.
Prerequisites: Take DRFT-150.
Offered: FASP
1.0 - 12.0 credits DRFT-280: Cooperative Education
This course provides an introduction to industry and the application of design and drafting technology principles. Students are supervised and rated by both the instructor and employer.
Offered: DMND
1.0 - 4.0 credits DRFT-295: SPTO: (Special Topics)
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
Offered: DMND
Emergency Medical Services
1.0 credits EMSP-105: CPR, AED, and First Aid
Training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and use of an AED as well as basic first aid training. Students who take this course will receive an ASHI first aid provider card and an ASHI CPR/AED provider card.
Offered: ALL
0.5 credits EMSP-107: CPR for the Professional Resc
Training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and use of an AED at the professional rescuer level. CPR Pro certification is required for work in most professions in the medical field.
Offered: ALL
4.0 credits EMSP-111: Emergency Medical Responder
Designed for students that do not intend to pursue more advanced training in EMS, students are introduced to various life saving skills including CPR, airway management, patient assessment, and basic medical and trauma care.
Offered: ALL
1.0 credits EMSP-112: Physical Fitness for EMS Personnel
Emphasizes the importance of physical fitness as a key component to being prepared to provide professional emergency medical care. Students will participate in activities to increase flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular endurance.
Offered: FASP
12.0 credits EMSP-116: Emergency Medical Technician
Provides the entry-level foundation for starting a career in emergency medical services. Includes instruction on EMS operations, airway management, patient assessment, medical and trauma care, and care of special patient populations including pediatrics through a combination of lecture, skills lab, and simulated patient care scenarios. Course also includes a clinical or field component to allow student to apply their knowledge in real patient care situations.
Prerequisites: Completion of RDNG-113 or appropriate Reading Accuplacer score.
Offered: ALL Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits EMSP-117: EMR/EMT/AEMT Refresher
Reviews the information presented in the initial Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (Intermediate) courses. Fulfills the formal refresher requirements for relicensure/recertification at the New Mexico state or national level.
Offered: ALL Faculty Permission Required
7.0 credits EMSP-125: Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Serves as the theory component of the Advanced Emergency medical Technician curriculum. Reviews foundational information from the EMT course. Includes instruction on advanced skills including advanced patient assessment, intravenous access, intravenous fluid resuscitation, and expanded medication administration. Taken in combination with a lab course and a clinical/field internship. Upon completion, students are eligible to test for New Mexico licensure and/or National Registry certification.
Prerequisites: Completion of RDNG-113 and MATH-096 or appropriate Reading and Math Accuplacer scores.
Corequisites: EMSP-128,EMSP-131
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits EMSP-128: Advanced EMT Lab
Serves as the lab component of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician curriculum. Reinforces Advanced EMT theory through practical labs and simulated patient care scenarios. Taken in combination with a theory course and a clinical/field internship. Upon completion, students are eligible to test for New Mexico licensure and/or National Registry certification.
Prerequisites: Completion of RDNG-113 and MATH-096 or appropriate Reading and Math Accuplacer scores.
Corequisites: EMSP-125,EMSP-131
Offered: FASP
2.0 credits EMSP-131: Advanced EMT Clinical/Field Internship
Serves as the clinical/field internship component of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician curriculum. Provides an opportunity for Advanced EMT students to apply their new knowledge in real patient care situations. Course is a minimum of 75 hours but may require additional hours to complete required skills. Taken in combination with a theory course and a lab course. Upon completion, students are eligible to test for New Mexico licensure and/or National Registry certification.
Prerequisites: Completion of RDNG-113 and MATH-096 or appropriate Reading and Math Accuplacer scores.
Corequisites: EMSP-125,EMSP-128
Offered: FASP
1.0 credits EMSP-140: Prehospital Trauma Life Support
Provides the practicing emergency medical professional with specific knowledge and skills for the prehospital assessment and management of trauma patients. Serves as a continuing education program and may contain information that is a review of initial coursework; course may be able to be applied toward National Registry recertification. Upon successful completion, course participants receive a PHTLS certificate from the National Association of EMTs. Course has required pre-course work that must be turned in on the first day of the course to be admitted.
Offered: DMND Faculty Permission Required
1.0 credits EMSP-143: Pediatric Education/Prehospital Profess
Designed by the American Academy of Pediatrics to addess a specific area of challenge to the prehospital community, provides the practicing prehospital professional with specific knowledge and skills for the prehospital assessment and management of ill and injured children. Specifically designed for out-of-hospital personnel emphasizing quick assessment and transport decision-making. Serves as a continuing education program and may contain information that is a review of initial coursework; course may be able to be applied toward National Registry recertification. Upon successful completion, course participants receive a PEPP certificate from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Offered: DMND Faculty Permission Required
1.0 credits EMSP-200: Assessment & Clinical Decision Making
Theory course covering the concepts of advanced patient assessment including history taking, physical exam techniques, and therapeutic communication with patients. Introduces the student to the application of assessment findings to development of patient care plans through clinical decision making.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-205,EMSP-211,EMSP-216,EMSP-219,EMSP-225,EMSP-229,EMSP-245
Offered: FALL Faculty Permission Required
1.0 credits EMSP-205: Airway and Ventilatory Management
Theory course covering the concepts of assessment of airway emergencies, advanced airway management, and the care of patients in acute respiratory distress and/or failure.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-200,EMSP-211,EMSP-216,EMSP-219,EMSP-225,EMSP-229,EMSP-245
Offered: FALL Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits EMSP-211: Professional Paramedic Practice
Theory course covering the foundational concepts of paramedicine as a profession. Reviews concepts from the EMT curriculum. Emphasizes how the paramedic operates as an integral part of the health care system. Course topics include roles of the paramedic, injury prevention, integration with public health, ethics, research, and emotional and social intelligence. A high-level review of anatomy and physiology is also included.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-200,EMSP-205,EMSP-216,EMSP-219,EMSP-225,EMSP-229,EMSP-245
Offered: FALL Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits EMSP-216: Emergency Pharmacology
Theory course covering the concepts of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, dosage calculations, and administration of medications in the prehospital setting. Includes training in intravenous and introsseus access and fluid resuscitation.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-200,EMSP-205,EMSP-211,EMSP-219,EMSP-225,EMSP-229,EMSP-245
Offered: FALL Faculty Permission Required
1.0 credits EMSP-219: Medical Emergencies I
Theory course covering the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of common medical emergencies in the areas of pulmonology, neurology, and endocrinology.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-200,EMSP-205,EMSP-211,EMSP-216,EMSP-225,EMSP-229,EMSP-245
Offered: FALL Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits EMSP-225: Cardiology
Theory course covering the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of cardiac patients. Includes instruction on the theory of electrocardiographic monitoring, rhythm interpretation, and 12-lead interpretation.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-200,EMSP-205,EMSP-211,EMSP-216,EMSP-219,EMSP-229,EMSP-245
Offered: FALL Faculty Permission Required
11.0 credits EMSP-229: Paramedic Lab I
Serves as the lab component of the first semester of the paramedic program. Reinforces paramedic theory coursework through practical labs and simulated patient care scenarios. Topics covered include foundational paramedic practice, assessment and clinical decision making, airway and ventilator management, pharmacology, cardiology, and medical emergencies.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-200,EMSP-205,EMSP-211,EMSP-216,EMSP-219,EMSP-225,EMSP-245
Offered: FALL Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits EMSP-242: Trauma Management
Theory course covering the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of the trauma patient. Includes discussions on mechanism of injury, hemorrhage and shock, burns, and injuries to different body systems. Incorporates the Prehospital Trauma Life Support curriculum.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-246,EMSP-251,EMSP-256,EMSP-261,EMSP-269,EMSP-271,EMSP-274
Offered: SP
1.0 credits EMSP-245: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Provides intense study in the advanced care of patients suffering cardiac emergencies. Course follows the ACLS curriculum of the American Heart Association. Students should have a strong understanding of cardiac rhythm interpretation. Upon successful completion, course participants receive an ACLS certificate from the American Heart Association. Course has required pre-course work that must be turned in on the first day of the course to be admitted.
Offered: FALL Faculty Permission Required
1.0 credits EMSP-246: Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Provides intense study in the advanced care of pediatric patients suffering cardiac and respiratory emergencies. Course follows the PALS curriculum of the American Heart Association. Students should have a strong understanding of cardiac rhythm interpretation. Upon successful completion, course participants receive a PALS certificate from the American Heart Association. Course has required pre-course work that must be turned in on the first day of the course to be admitted.
Offered: SP Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits EMSP-251: EMS Operations
Theory course covering the operational aspects of paramedic practice including discussions on communications and documentation, medical/legal issues, incident command, hazardous materials, rescue, crime scene awareness, and bioterrorism/WMD.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-242,EMSP-246,EMSP-256,EMSP-261,EMSP-269,EMSP-271,EMSP-274
Offered: SP
2.0 credits EMSP-256: Current Issues in EMS
Theory course covering changing EMS practice. Recognizing that EMS practice is dynamic, this course takes a look at current research in emergency medicine and prehospital care and evaluates how it will effect paramedic practice in the future. Emphasizes the process and the value of research to practice.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-242,EMSP-246,EMSP-251,EMSP-261,EMSP-269,EMSP-271,EMSP-274
Offered: SP
2.0 credits EMSP-261: Special Populations
Theory course covering the unique aspects of pathophysiology, assessment, and management of patients in special population groups including pediatrics, geriatrics, abused and neglected, and special needs/challenges including acute home health care patients. Incorporates the Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals curriculum.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-242,EMSP-245,EMSP-251,EMSP-256,EMSP-269,EMSP-271,EMSP-274
Offered: SP
4.0 credits EMSP-269: Medical Emergencies II
Theory course covering the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of common medical emergencies in the areas of allergies and anaphylaxis, gastroenterology, urology, toxicology, hematology, environmental exposures, infectious and communicable diseases, behavioral medicine, gynecology, obstetrics, orthopedics, and HEENT.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-242,EMSP-246,EMSP-251,EMSP-256,EMSP-261,EMSP-271,EMSP-274
Offered: SP
4.0 credits EMSP-271: Paramedic Clinical
Serves as the clinical component of the paramedic program. Provides paramedic students an opportunity to apply their knowledge in real patient care situations. Clinical rotations include time in hospital departments such as emergency, intensive care, pediatrics, surgery, obstetrics, and respiratory and also at other sites including urgent cares, physician clinics, and daycare centers. Course is a minimum of 150 hours but may require additional hours to complete required skills. Taken in combination with theory and lab courses.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-242,EMSP-246,EMSP-251,EMSP-256,EMSP-261,EMSP-270,EMSP-274
Offered: SP
10.0 credits EMSP-274: Paramedic Lab II
Serves as the lab component of the second semester of the paramedic program. Reinforces paramedic theory coursework through practical labs and simulated patient care scenarios. Topics covered include medical emergencies, trauma, special populations, operations, and current issues.
Corequisites: EMSP-112,EMSP-242,EMSP-246,EMSP-251,EMSP-256,EMSP-261,EMSP-269,EMSP-271
Offered: SP Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits EMSP-279: Paramedic Capstone
Capstone course providing a comprehensive review of all prior paramedic coursework to prepare students for New Mexico and National Registry testing, presentation of student research projects, and debriefing of field internship experiences. Course also involves comprehensive written and psychomotor exams that will serve as a final for the entire program.
Corequisites: EMSP-282
Offered: SU Faculty Permission Required
13.0 credits EMSP-282: Paramedic Field Internship
Serves as the field internship component of the Paramedic curriculum. Provides an opportunity for Paramedic students to apply their new knowledge in real patient care situations. Course is a minimum of 500 hours but may require additional hours to complete required skills. Meets or exceeds the EMT-Paramedic National Standards Curriculum, National EMS Education Standards for Paramedic, and the New Mexico EMT-Paramedic training standards.
Corequisites: EMSP-278 Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits EMSP-288: Paramedic Refresher
Reviews the information presented in the initial Paramedic course. Fulfills the formal refresher requirements for relicensure/recertification at the New Mexico state or national level.
Offered: ALL Faculty Permission Required
1.0 - 4.0 credits EMSP-299: SPTO:(special Topics)
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
Fire Science
4.0 credits FIRE-111: Firefighter I
Students will obtain basic principles and skills of fire fighting to develop a student with little or no knowledge of fire fighting. This course covers the science of fire and its behavior, exposes the student to the basic principles and skills of fire fighting as well as basic strategies and tactics employed to extinguish fire and rescue trapped people. This course is taught accord to NFPA standard 1001 and is for entry-level firefighter. Fire Science advisor signature required.
Offered: FASP Faculty Permission Required
1.0 credits FIRE-113: EMS for the Firefighter
Students will obtain basic understanding of the Emergency Medical Service and learn ways to assist as a firefighter on an EMS incident. The student will learn basic first-aid, CPR and techniques used to extricate and stabilize patients. This course is designed for the entry-level firefighter.
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits FIRE-114: Physical Fitness for Firefighters
This course teaches all aspects of fitness for the firefighter. Students will learn how to develop strength, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility in a participatory learning environment. Students are coached through workouts designed to improve strength in target muscle groups and develop the student?s cardiovascular ability and fitness. Priority will be given to Fire Science degree/certificate seeking students. A doctor release and fire science advisor signature is required.
Offered: FASP Faculty Permission Required
1.0 credits FIRE-115: Emergency Vehicle Operation
This course shows fire and emergency medical apparatus operators how to use defensive driving techniques to maneuver safely through traffic under sever time constraints and stress. This includes hands on training with a state of the art driving simulator and fire apparatus. This course meets the National Safety Council requirements for driving emergency apparatus. This course meets CEVO and EVOC requirements.
Offered: FASP Faculty Permission Required
5.0 credits FIRE-121: Firefighter II
Building on the principals and techniques covered in Fire Fighter I. More advanced fire and rescue techniques, and principals are explored. Basic concepts in fire fighting are expanded upon and more advanced concepts are introduced. This course rounds out the entry-level fire fighter, and discusses the advanced concepts that a competent fire fighter needs to know. This course will be taught according to N.F.P.A. standard 1001. Instructor signature required.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-111, minimum grade C.
Offered: FASP
1.0 credits FIRE-130: Technical Rescue for the Firefighter
Teaching the concepts, techniques, and safety for the standard disciplines of technical rescue in the fire service. The student is taught to the awareness level of high angle rescue, confined space rescue, trench rescue, and swift water rescue according to NFPA 1670. Basic techniques, equipment, strategies and safety are covered.
Offered: FASP Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits FIRE-131: Rope Rescue Technician
Teaching the concepts, techniques, and safety for the standard disciplines of rope rescue in the fire service. The student is taught to the technician level of high angle rescue accord to the NFPA 1670. Techniques, equipment, strategies and safety are covered. Students are given the opportunity to complete extensive hands-on practice.
Offered: FASP Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits FIRE-133: Basic Vehicle Extracation
The student will obtain the basic concepts and skills of vehicle extrication in this course. This course covers incident evaluation and stabilization, use of extrication tools, and victim disentanglement from small passenger type vehicles through lecture and hands-on training.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-111, minimum grade C.
Offered: FASP
2.0 credits FIRE-141: Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations
Designed to give the entry level firefighter the knowledge and competence to operate on a hazardous materials incident. Covers the identification and recognition of hazardous materials, techniques, for isolating the scene and denying entry into the area, and basic support techniques utilized by firefighters to assist a technical hazardous material entry team. The 40 hour course covers the organizational structure and necessary elements of incident command of a hazardous materials incident.
Offered: FASP Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits FIRE-145: Firefighter Safety and Survival
Students will obtain principles and skills to save themselves and other firefighters at structure fires and other emergency incidents. This course teaches procedures for escape and MAYDAY, basic carries and drags, use of ropes for quick extrication, emergency ladder bail out, breaches, disentanglement and many other tricks of the trade to improve the firefighters chance of survival o the fire ground through hands on reality based training.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-111, minimum grade C.
Offered: FASP
2.0 credits FIRE-151: Intermediate Fire Lab
This course encompasses the principals and the skills from Fire Fighter I in a practical setting and gives the student practical experience with fire attack, rescue, and all of the support functions associated with fire incidents and fire department response. Students participate in practical evolutions of fire behavior, interior fire attack, car fires, and liquid petroleum fires.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-111, minimum grade C.
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits FIRE-152: Advanced Fire Lab
This course encompasses the principals and skills from Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter II in a practical setting and gives the student practical experience with fire attack, rescue, and all of the support functions associated with fire incidents and fire department response. Students are exposed to practical evolutions starting with singular function assignments, and building to multi-company, multi-functional operations on the fire ground.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-111, FIRE-121, and FIRE-151.
Offered: FASP
2.0 credits FIRE-161: Basic Wildland Firefighting
This training consists of 4 basic Firefighter courses required by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) and provides the training and information required b y NWCG. Students who successfully complete the coursework and pass the physical fitness test earn ?red card? certification required to work on forest fires or to participate in prescribed fires. This course is a prerequisite for all other wildland fire-related training and employment.
Offered: FASP Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits FIRE-162: Firefighter Type 1 Training -S131/S135
Firefighter Type 1, S131/S135, is designed to meet the training needs of the Wildland Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1). This course is designed to be interactive in nature. It contains several tactical decision games designed to facilitate learning the objectives and class discussion. Topics include: fire line reference materials, communications, and tactical decisions.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-161, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
3.0 credits FIRE-215: Fire Instructor I
This is an upper level course designed for individuals in the fire service who face the unique challenges of instructing and implementing both classroom and practical classes. The course deals with safety, legal, psychology, planning, methodology and lesson plans, practical training and NFPA standards, media and technology.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-110 and FIRE-120.
3.0 credits FIRE-216: Fire Instructor II
This course addresses NFPA 1041 competencies at the fire service instructor II level. At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to develop individual lesson plans for a specific topic, including identifying learning objectives, instructional aids, and evaluation instruments; to schedule training sessions based on an overall training plan for their organization; and to supervise and coordinate the activities of other instructors.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-215, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
2.0 credits FIRE-222: Industrial Firefighting
Students will obtain basic knowledge and skills required to fight fires in an industrial setting. Students will be trained in accordance to NFPA standards 600 and 1001. Students will be required to provide certified firefighting protective gear.
Offered: DMND
2.0 credits FIRE-232: Basic Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator
Students will obtain basic principles and skills of driving and operating fire department pumper apparatus. This course is taught according to NFPA standard 1002. This course is for entry-level apparatus operators.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-111, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
2.0 credits FIRE-234: Adv Pumping Apparatus Driver/OperatorýAdv Pumping
Students will continue where FIRE 242 left off learning advanced principles and skills of driving and operating fire department pumper apparatus. Students will learn pump and friction calculations and be able to put them into practical use. This course is taught according to NFPA standard 1002.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-232, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
4.0 credits FIRE-240: Firefighter I Skills Lab
In this course the student will demonstrate proficiency in the skills required for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard 1001-Professional Competencies for Firefighters ? Firefighter I. Students will build confidence by having the opportunity to actually perform those competencies and skills taught in previous classes under simulated or actual emergencies.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-110 or FIRE-111, minimum grade C.
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits FIRE-242: Firefighter II Skills Lab
In this course the student will demonstrate proficiency in the skills required for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard 1001 ? Professional Competencies for Firefighters ? Firefighter II. Students will build confidence by having the opportunity to actually perform those competencies and skills taught in previous classes under simulated or actual emergencies.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-121, minimum grade C.
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits FIRE-246: Fire Fighting Equipment & Apparatus Lab
Provides student with a level of proficiency and knowledge about the tools and equipment used in firefighting. Teaches the specifications, capabilities and correct operation of firefighting apparatus. Completion will give the student a knowledge and proficiency in operation and maintenance of all firefighting equipment on apparatus, as well as the apparatus itself.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-121, minimum grade C.
Offered: FASP
1.0 credits FIRE-248: Basic Fire Lab
This course encompasses knowledge and skills that have been taught in previous classes. This class will allow the students extensive hands on practice operating in various fire fighting scenarios.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-111, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
1.0 credits FIRE-252: Incident Safety Officer
This course will examine safety officer?s role during emergency response situations, with a focus on operations within an Incident Command System (ICS). Participants should have a working knowledge of ICS, building construction principles, hazardous materials management, applicable NFPA guildelines, and federal regulations.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-121, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
2.0 credits FIRE-255: Fire Safety-Save Your Own
Instructs firefighters with the information and skills needed to recognize conditions that contribute to firefighter injury and fatalities. This includes 16 hours of lecture, and 25 hours of lab time. Topics covered in the lecture/classroom portion include fatality rates, federal mandates, fire ground communication, fire fighter entanglement and the formation of RIT teams.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-110.
1.0 credits FIRE-261: Fire Service Strategy and Tactics
This course explores firefighting strategy and tactics, methods of fire attack, and pre-fire planning. Students will gain in-depth knowledge of fire control principles as well as hot to utilize personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents on the fire ground. This course also discusses special situations such as transportation emergencies and fires, high-rise fires, below-ground incidents, and confined space incidents.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-121, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
3.0 credits FIRE-262: Fire Officer I
Covers such topics as the role of fire officers, safety and wellness of fire personnel. This includes recognizing and managing cultural diversity, problem solving, community awareness, public relations, fire cause determination, and effective communication. Methods of instruction include lecture, case studies, quizzes and a final exam.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-121, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
3.0 - 4.0 credits FIRE-265: Fire Officer II
This course covers human resources management, managing affirmative action, government agencies, budgetary process and information management systems, health and safety, public fire education, specialized fire protection equipment, strategic planning, and tactics.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-260, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND Faculty Permission Required
1.0 credits FIRE-268: Initial Attack Incident Commander - S200
This course is designed to meet the training needs of the ICT4. It is presented in a discussion/exercise format. The six instructional units cover: Foundation Skills, Intelligence Gathering and Documentation, Size Up the Incident, Develop a Plan of Action, Port-fire Activities, Evaluating Incident Objectives, and Manage the Incident. Evaluation of the student is by unit tests and performance based evaluations.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-161, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
2.0 credits FIRE-272: Swiftwater Rescue Technician
This course will prepare emergency response personnel to perform rescue operations in moving water emergencies. Topics will include planning, personal protective equipment, search parameters, incident action plans, surface rescue techniques, advanced rope systems, and use of watercraft and helicopters in water rescue operations. Students will participate in moving water exercises to demonstrate proficiency in appropriate skills.
Offered: DMND
2.0 credits FIRE-273: Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Technician
This course integrates techniques learned in FIRE 272 Swiftwater Rescue Technician, taking the students beyond the emphasis on self-rescue to concentrate on victim rescue. Students are esposed to mover complex water rescue situations including a mock night river rescue scenario. This course involves classroom and extensive hands-on activities.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-131 and FIRE-272, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
2.0 credits FIRE-274: Confined Space Technician
This course will give participants a working knowledge of the OSHA standard regarding confined-space rescues in order to help them facilitate operations with industry and other agencies involved with such rescues. Participants can expect to learn concepts and practical applications that will affect safe rescues in this unique and potentially hazardous situation. This course meets 29 CFR 1910.146 requirements, as well as NFPA 1006.
Offered: DMND
1.0 credits FIRE-275: Confined Space for the Rescue Technician
This course will give participants a working knowledge of the OSHA standard regarding confined-space rescues in order to help them facilitate operations with industry and other agencies involved with such rescues. This course meets 29 CFR 1910.146 requirements, as well as NFPA 1006.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-131, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
1.0 credits FIRE-276: Advanced Vehicle Exstrication
This course builds off of FIRE 133 Basic Vehicle Extrication into the advanced skills for vehicle extrication. The students will be exposed to practical evolutions and learn principles and skills needed for heavy truck and bus extrication. The knowledge gained will increase the students ability to safely and efficiently mitigate an incident involving a heavy truck or bus extrication incidents.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-121, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
1.0 credits FIRE-278: Trench Rescue
This program teaches rescuers? trench rescue operations, trench collapse, soil types, federal regulations, ICS, preplanning, hazard recognition and control, patient assessment and treatment consideration, stabilization, and rescue and recovery, proper shoring techniques utilizing timber and specialized equipment. Both classroom lesson plans and hands-on practices in real trenches will give the student a well-rounded understanding of the typical trench collapse.
Offered: DMND
4.0 credits FIRE-280: Firefighter Career Internship
Instructs students who will operate as a line firefighter. The instructor will maintain contact with the student and guide them to accomplish those functions required in the firefighting career. This educationally based experience will help the student make the transition from training environment to operating as a fully functioning firefighter.
1.0 credits FIRE-281: Portable Pumps & Water Use S-211
The course consists of three skill areas: supply, delivery, and application of water. Students will be required to demonstrate their knowledge of correct water use, basic hydraulics, and equipment care. The field exercise requires set up, operation, and maintenance of pump equipment. To receive credit for this course, students must have field work observed and approved, and take a closed book written exam.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-161, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
2.0 credits FIRE-282: Wildland Chain Saws - S212
The course lessons provide introduction to the function, maintenance and use of internal combustion engine powered chain saws, and their tactical wildland fire application. Field exercises support entry level training for firefighters with little or no previous experience in operating a chain saw, providing hands-on cutting experience in surroundings similar to fireline situations.
Offered: DMND
2.0 credits FIRE-283: Fire Operations Wildland/Urban Interface
This course is designed to bassist structure and wildland firefighters who will be making tactical decisions when confronting wildland fire that threatens life, property, and improvements, in the wildland/urban interface. Instructional units include: Interface Awareness, Size-Up, Initial Strategy and Incident Action Plan, Structure Triage, Structure Protection Tactics, Incident Action Plan Assessment and Update, Follow-Up and Public Relations, and Firefighter Safety in the Interface.
Offered: DMND
2.0 credits FIRE-284: Driving Wildland Fire Service S216
This training course is designed to provide the student with the prerequisite knowledge and skills necessary to perform the tasks of the vehicle operator in the Wildland Fire Service. A significant portion of the course time is devoted to actual hands on driving exercises for the students.
Offered: DMND
1.0 credits FIRE-285: Crew Boss - S230
This is a classroom course designed to produce student proficiency in the performance of duties associated with the single resource boss position from initial dispatch through demobilization to the home unit. Topics include: Operational Leadership, Preparation and Mobilization, Assignment Preparation, Risk Management, Entrapment Avoidance, Safety and Tactics, Offline Duties, Demobilization, and Post Incident Responsibilities.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-161, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
1.0 credits FIRE-286: Engine Boss - S231
This is a skills course designed to produce student proficiency in the performance of the duties associated with engine boss, single resource (ENGB). Topics include: Engine and Crew Capabilities and Limitations, Information Sources, Fire Size-Up Considerations, Tactics, and Wildland/Urban Interface.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-161, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
2.0 credits FIRE-287: Wildland Ignition Specialist S234
This is an entry-level course providing training in the functional roles and responsibilities connected with firing operations. The course covers planning, ignition procedures and techniques, and equipment applicable to wildland and prescribed fire. This course also addresses the role of the ignition specialist or firing boss as the organization manages escalation from a non-complex to a complex fire situation.
Prerequisites: Take FIRE-161, minimum grade C.
Offered: DMND
1.0 credits FIRE-288: Interagency Business Management S260
This course meets the general training needs of all positions for which an understanding of interagency incident business management is required. The Interagency Incident Business Management Handbook, PMS 902, is used as the primary job aid to supplement this course. It provides basic policy and direction for incident business management.
Offered: DMND
1.0 credits FIRE-289: Basic Air Operations S270
This course covers aircraft types and capabilities, aviation management and safety for flying in and working with agency aircraft, tactical and logistical uses of aircraft, and requirements for helicopter take-off and landing areas.
Offered: DMND
1.0 - 9.0 credits FIRE-295: SPTO: (Special Topics)
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
Instrumentation and Controls Technology
3.0 credits INST-140: Applied Basic D/C Circuits
Introduction to electrical fundamentals, energy sources, Ohm's law, series, parallel, and series -parallel circuit analysis, Kirchoff's law. Use of digital multimeters and other electronics instruments will be examined.
Prerequisites: Completion of MATH-096 or appropriate Math Accuplacer score.
Offered: ALL Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits INST-144: National Electric Code
This course offers an introduction to the National Electrical Code with a focus on the general portion of the code up to section 100-400, plus 900.
Corequisites: INST-145
Offered: FALL
3.0 credits INST-145: Applied Basic AC Circuits
Alternating current theory to include impedance, capacitive reactance, and inductive reactance in series, parallel, and series-parallel combination, resonance and impedance in RLC circuits.
Prerequisites: Take INST-140; Minimum grade reguired "C". Corequisite, MATH-113, MATH-115, OR MATH-185.
Corequisites: MATH-113,MATH-115,MATH-185
Offered: ALL
5.0 credits INST-160: Digital Electronics
An introduction to combination and sequential logic circuits and logic gates, Data Bus Control, binary codes, analog to digital and digital to analog conversions, multiplexing, adders and comparators.
Prerequisites: Take INST-140; Minimum Grade C
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits INST-171: Motors and Controls
This course offers an introduction to motors and motor controls. Various kinds of AC/DC machines will be investigated including AC motors and alternator, DC motors and generators, stepper and servo-motors.
Prerequisites: Take INST-145; Minimum Grade C
Offered: FALL
3.0 credits INST-175: Renewable Energy Instrumentati
An introduction to the basic principles of instrumentation and control for renewable energy applications. Includes techniques for measuring mechanical, thermal and electrical quantities.
Corequisites: INST-145
Offered: FALL
5.0 credits INST-180: Semiconductor Circuits I
An introduction to semiconductor devices, semiconductor theory, characteristic curves, diodes, zener diodes, bipolar transistors, thyristors and op-amps.
Prerequisites: Take INST-145; Minimum Grade C
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits INST-190: Principles of Industrial Mngmt
An introduction to the basic principles of process measurement, including techniques for the measurement of flow, level, temperature, pressure, and analytical process variables.
Prerequisites: Take INST-140; Minimum Grade C
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits INST-215: Renewable Energy AC and DC Ma
This course offers an introduction to DC motors/generators and AC motors/alternators. The principles of operation, motor control, installation, testing and AC or DC power generation are also included.
Prerequisites: Take INST-145; Minimum Grade C
Offered: SP
5.0 credits INST-220: Process Control I
Introduction to automatic process control systems that includes tuning of feed forward feedback and cascade loops. Also covers calibration of valves, positioners and actuators.
Prerequisites: Take INST-190; Minimum Grade C
Offered: FASP
5.0 credits INST-235: Electromechanical Devices
Covers theory and applications of electro-mechanical devices and their associated control circuits. Topics include transducers, pneumatics, AC/DC motor controls.
Prerequisites: Take INST-145; Minimum Grade C
Offered: ALL
4.0 credits INST-265: Industrial Wiring
This course is designed to develop a student's understanding and skills in the installation and wiring of industrial electrical equipment, in compliance with the National Electric Code.
Offered: SP
5.0 credits INST-271: PLC Applications
Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) functions including digital and analog applications.
Prerequisites: Take INST-160; Minimum Grade C
Offered: FALL
3.0 credits INST-284: Print Interpretation
Covers industrial prints and schematics as used in the industry. Will also cover the fundamental understanding of pumps, fans, and compressors.
Prerequisites: Take INST-190, INST-235; Minimum Grade C
Offered: ALL
Machine Shop Technology
3.0 credits MASH-115: Machine Shop Blueprint Reading
Introduction to language of lines, sketching, reading, and interpreting detail working drawings.
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits MASH-116: Basic Machine Shop
The course is an introduction to the machine shop environment. Operations of the drill press, band saw, lathe, and layout of tools identification will be covered. Will also include basic lathe and general machining operations.
Corequisites: MASH-117,MASH-118,MASH-119
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits MASH-117: Machinist Measurements
Course will cover measurement methods used in the machining industry. All measuring devices and methods used in the machining industry will be covered.
Corequisites: MASH-116
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits MASH-118: Basic Lathe Operations
Course will cover basic tooling and lathe operations. Carbide and HSS turning uses are focused on. Feeds and spindle speeds are emphasized throughout the course.
Prerequisites: Take MASH-117.
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits MASH-119: Single Point Threading
The study and application of single point threading on engine lathe. Tool grinding, fundamentals of threading, thread nomenclature, machine setup, spindle speeds, tool geometry, HSS, braised carbide and insert threading tools will be covered.
Corequisites: MASH-118
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits MASH-122: Basic Milling Operations
Course covers basic milling operation, milling machine nomenclature, controls and applications of face milling, side milling, shoulder milling, vise and head indication, and speed feeds and depth of cuts.
Prerequisites: Take MASH-119.
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits MASH-123: Machining Calculations
Course demonstrates the fundamentals of feeds and speeds to machine operators. Speeds and feeds on milling machine tooling (both HSS and carbide inserts) are covered as well as speeds and feeds for single point tooling on lathe operations.
Corequisites: MASH-122
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits MASH-124: Precision Surface Grinding
Introduction to precision grinding, machine safety, setup, basic grinding operations, coolants, stone dressing, and proper wheel selection.
Prerequisites: Take MASH-123;
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits MASH-129: Tool Grinding
Course pays close attention to the grinding, sharpening, and dressing of a variety of different cutting tools. Different tool Geometrics are examined and used for the corresponding materials being machined.
Corequisites: MASH-124,MASH-122,MASH-123
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits MASH-206: Advanced Lathe Operations
Course develops increased accuracy on the lathe for more challenging operations. This will include external and internal turning, precision boring, indication of odd shaped objects in 4-jaw chuck, and precision thread cutting.
Prerequisites: Take MASH-129.
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits MASH-207: Specialized Machining Operations
Students will apply turning, milling, and precision surface grinding knowledge to manufacture larger and more complex projects. New machining practices will be covered throughout the course that will apply to real world jobs.
Corequisites: MASH-206
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits MASH-208: Advanced Milling Operations
Course covers the study of applications of advanced milling operations on vertical and horizontal milling machines. Includes key way cutting, gear cutting, index head use, and precision boring and precision milling.
Prerequisites: Take MASH-207.
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits MASH-209: Machine Shop Maintenance
Course covers maintenance and repair of manual lathes and milling machines. Students will be in charge of all maintenance items and repairs in the Machine Shop. Other topics will include jigs and fixtures on both milling machines and lathes.
Corequisites: MASH-208
Offered: FASP
14.0 credits MASH-211: Machine Shop III
More difficult and increased accuracy in the lathe operations, including internal and external taper turning, precision boring, and indication of the four-jaw chuck will be covered. Carbide tool use and application, precision thread cutting, industrial standards in lathe operation in time and accuracy will be covered. Advanced projects will be assigned which require more exact tolerances, skill, and setup requirements for the band blade welding. Advanced bench work and layout operations including the use of gauge blocks, optical comparator, and height vernier will be covered. Prerequisite: MASH 131. Semester Offered Fall and Spring.
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits MASH-212: Advanced Machining Techniques
Course is a collaboration of previously learned machining techniques and processes. Complex projects are made using all equipment in the shop necessary to complete projects.
Prerequisites: Take MASH-209.
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits MASH-213: Basic CNC Machining
Fundamentals of Computer Numerically Controlled machining are studied. Basic machine set-up, programming and machine nomenclature are covered.
Corequisites: MASH-212
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits MASH-216: Advanced Single Point Threading
Advanced single point threading covers advanced techniques in single point threading to include, internal, external, double lead, triple lead, right hand, and left hand threads.
Prerequisites: Take MASH-213.
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits MASH-217: CAD-CAM Machining
Study and application of CAD-CAM systems and fundamentals that apply to the machine shop.
Corequisites: MASH-216
Offered: FASP
1.0 - 6.0 credits MASH-295: SPTO: (Special Topics)
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
Toyota Technical Education Network
1.0 credits TTEN-110: Shop Fundamentals & Safety
This course will orient the student to shop operations, use of service manuals, pay structures, tools, warranties, and customer relations. Shop safety will be strongly emphasized as well as employee/employer relations.
Corequisites: TTEN-120
Offered: FALL
7.0 credits TTEN-120: Electrical & Ignition System
A study of the electrical and electronic systems found in the automotive field. Emphasis is on basic circuitry, starting systems, charging systems, ignition systems, diagnosis and servicing the electrical components on current Toyota vehicles.
Corequisites: TTEN-110
Offered: FALL
3.0 credits TTEN-125: Toyota Hybrid Technology
This course will explain and demonstrate theory and operation of key Toyota hybrid vehicle systems and components. Knowledge retention and subject understanding will be enhanced by inter active classroom components whenever possible. Procedures for handling high voltage batteries will be covered. Personal safety will be emphasized.
Corequisites: TTEN-120
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits TTEN-130: Fuel & Emission Systems
A study of the fuel and emission control systems used on current Toyota vehicles. Students will learn to use the exhaust gas analyzer, oscilloscope, and other special test equipment.
Prerequisites: Take TTEN-120.
Corequisites: TTEN-140,TTEN-281
Offered: SP
3.0 credits TTEN-135: Toyota Vehicle Networks
This course will explore the complex, on-board computer networks found on modern Toyota vehicles. The CAN net work will be emphasized as will the proper techniques for isolating, diagnosing and repairing complex automotive computer networks. Safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take TTEN-120, minimum grade C.
Corequisites: TTEN-140
Offered: SP
4.0 credits TTEN-140: Driveability
A systematic troubleshooting method for Toyota fuel, electrical, and electronic systems. Use of tools and equipment needed for proper diagnosis emphasized.
Corequisites: TTEN-140,TTEN-281
Offered: SP
1.0 credits TTEN-145: ASE Tests
Sign up for a minimum of two ASE exams and pass one.
Offered: SP
1.0 credits TTEN-146: ASE Tests
Take and pass remaining ASE exams. Students are required to pass a minimum of four ASE exams in order to graduate. Any tests passed in TTEN 145 are counted as part of the requirement.
Prerequisites: Take TTEN-145.
Offered: SP
4.0 credits TTEN-150: Engines & Related Systems
This course covers the principles and operation of the internal combustion engine. Toyota internal combustion engines will be properly disassembled with nomenclature identification. All parts will be inspected, measured, and reassembled. Troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures will be emphasized on all systems.
Corequisites: TTEN-160,TTEN-282
Offered: SU
2.0 credits TTEN-155: Toyota Advanced Air Induction Systems
This course covers variable valve timing, turbo chargers and superchargers. The theory, operation and diagnosis of each of these systems will be covered and the manufacturers diagnostic and repair procedures will be stressed. Personal and vehicle safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take TTEN-140, minimum grade C.
Corequisites: TTEN-160
Offered: SU
2.0 credits TTEN-160: Heating & Air Conditioning
A theory and shop course to teach the student automotive air conditioning and heating systems as they apply to current model Toyotas. The use of test equipment will be emphasized and the student will learn to diagnose, evacuate, recover refrigerant and recharge air conditioning systems.
Corequisites: TTEN-150,TTEN-282
Offered: SU
3.0 credits TTEN-165: Toyota Advanced HVAC Diagnosis
This course will cover advanced diagnosis theory and practice on Toyota vehicle heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems. The course will address computer based HVAC controls as well as the network of sensors. Environmental and personal safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take TTEN-140, minimum grade C.
Corequisites: TTEN-160
Offered: SU
8.0 credits TTEN-170: Power Trains
The theory and practical application of Toyota power trains and differential service will be taught. Diagnosis, troubleshooting and actual repair procedures will be performed in the shop.
Prerequisites: Take TTEN-160.
Corequisites: TTEN-283
Offered: DMND
6.0 credits TTEN-172: Toyota Automatic Transmission/Transaxles
The operating principles of Toyota automatic transmissions, transaxles, and their diagnosis, electrical and electronic controls, and repair will be covered. Instruction on noise, vibration and harshness diagnosis and correction will also be covered along with mechanical and hydraulic components. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: TTEN-175
Offered: FALL
5.0 credits TTEN-175: Toyota Manual Transmissions/Transaxles
The theory and repair of Toyota manual transmissions and transaxles, differentials, clutches, transfer cases and drive axles will be covered. Noise, hard shifting and other common concerns will be covered. Diagnosis and troubleshooting will be stressed. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: TTEN-172
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits TTEN-180: Brake Systems
A study of the theory and diagnostic repair procedures of Toyota disc and drum brake systems will be taught. Instruction will be given on brake machining equipment, hydraulic systems and component replacement on traditional and anti-lock brake systems.
Prerequisites: Take TTEN-170.
Corequisites: TTEN-190,TTEN-284
Offered: SP
1.0 credits TTEN-185: Toyota ABS & Traction Control Syst
This course will cover Anti-Lock Brake Systems, Anti-Slip Systems and Traction Control Systems and includes theory, diagnosis and repair procedures as outlined in factory service information. Electric power steering motors, sensors and circuitry will be included. Safety will be emphasized.
Corequisites: TTEN-180
Offered: SP
4.0 credits TTEN-190: Steering & Suspension
A theory and shop course to introduce the student to Toyota steering geometry, front and rear suspension service, wheel alignment, and wheel balancing. Lab work will include instruction on the latest model vehicles steering and suspension systems.
Corequisites: TTEN-180,TTEN-284
Offered: SP
1.0 credits TTEN-195: Toyota Computer Controlled Suspensions
This course will cover the theory of operation of the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems of the computer controlled suspension systems on Toyota vehicles. Proper service procedures and techniques will be presented. Safety will be emphasized.
Corequisites: TTEN-190
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits TTEN-280: Toyota Cooperative Work Educ
The student will be employed at an approved automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily log and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take TTEN-120.
Offered: DMND
4.0 credits TTEN-281: Toyota Cooperative Work Educ
The student will be employed at an approved automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take TTEN-140 .
Offered: DMND
4.0 credits TTEN-282: Toyota Cooperative Work Educ
The student will be employed at an approved automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take TTEN-160.
Offered: DMND
4.0 credits TTEN-283: Toyota Cooperative Work Educ
The student will be employed at an approved automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take TTEN-180.
Offered: DMND
0.5 - 6.0 credits TTEN-295: SPTO: (Special Topics)
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
Offered: DMND
Veterinary Technology
Program Curriculum A.A.S Degree 
Tier One 
2.0 credits VETT-111: Vet Nursing Care I
Veterinary Nursing Care 1 is an entry-level course designed to introduce students to basic nursing skills utilized by veterinary technicians and to act as a foundation of learning for subsequent nursing techniques courses. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-112: Vet Business Procedures
Veterinary Business Procedures 1 is an entry-level course designed to give the student the basic skills necessary to function as a receptionist in a veterinary practice. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-113: Small Animal Disease I
Small Animal Disease and Medical Care 1 is an entry-level course designed to develop the basic knowledge of mammalian diseases and disease processes that may be encountered by a veterinary technician. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-114: Pharmacology & Med Thera
Pharmacy and Medical Therapeutics 1 is an entry-level course designed to teach the student the basic classification and properties of the common pharmaceuticals used in veterinary medicine. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-115: Vet Anesth & Surg Asst I
Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Assisting 1 is an entry-level course designed to help develop a strong foundation in anesthetic skills, surgical assisting skills, and perioperative procedures. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-116: Vet Diagnostic Imaging I
Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging 1 is an entry-level course designed to develop the student146s knowledge and basic skills in veterinary diagnostic imaging. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-117: Vet Clinical Pathology I
Veterinary Clinical Pathology 1 is an entry-level course designed to develop the student146s knowledge and skills in basic laboratory and diagnostic procedures. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-118: Veterinary Medical Terminology
Entry level course designed to provide the student with a foundation in the language of veterinary medicine, focusing on pre-fixes, suffixes, word roots and their combining forms.
Minimum grade required: "C" Faculty Permission Required
General Studies Classes: It is strongly recommended that these courses be completed before entering Tier Two. 
  • General Biology I or Approved Substitution
  • Technical Writing and Composition or Freshman Composition
  • Advanced Technical Writing and Composition or Approved Substitution
  • Applied Mathematics for Technical Students or Approved Substitution
  • Interpersonal Communication or Approved Substitution
  • Humanities Elective or Approved Substitution
 
Tier Two 
2.0 credits VETT-130: Vet Nursing Care II
Veterinary Nursing Care 2 is an intermediate course designed to instruct students in nursing care techniques including; bandages and casts, administration of medications, and sample collections. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-131: Vet Bus Procedures II
Veterinary Business Procedures 2 is an intermediate course designed to instruct students in receptionist skills, animal behavior basics, utilization of computers in veterinary practice, veterinary business management, and grief counseling.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-132: Small Animal Dis & Med Care II
Small Animal Disease and Medical Care II is an intermediate course designed to instruct students in the study of selected small animal diseases and conditions, and the anatomical and physiological basis of the diseases that are being presented.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-133: Pharm & Med Therapy II
Pharmacy and Medical Therapeutics II is an intermediate course designed to instruct students in the cardiovascular, respiratory, and integumentary systems, the pharmaceuticals that affect those systems, and pharmacological calculations.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-134: Vet Anesth & Surg Asst II
Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Assisting 2 is an intermediate course designed to instruct students in the preanesthetic evaluation of patients, the induction of anesthesia, and the monitoring of anesthetized and post-anesthetic patients.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-135: Vet Diagnostic Imaging II
Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging 2 is an intermediate course designed to instruct students in radiographic safety techniques, developing radiographs, the proper use of contrast media, specialized radiographic procedures, and an introduction to veterinary diagnostic ultrasound.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-136: Vet Clinical Pathology II
Veterinary Clinical Pathology II is an intermediate course designed to instruct students in parasitology and advanced cytological and hematological procedures.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
Tier Three 
2.0 credits VETT-210: Vet Nursing Care III
Veterinary Nursing Care 3 is an advanced course designed to instruct students in the topics of dentistry, and nursing care of small animal patients afflicted by disorders of specific body systems.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-211: Vet Business Procedures
Veterinary Business Procedures 3 is an advanced course designed to develop advanced knowledge and skills in all financial aspects of veterinary practice, animal behavior, personnel and practice management, ordering of inventory, and accountability.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-212: Sm Animal Dis & Med Care III
Small Animal Disease and Medical Care 3 is an advanced course designed to complete the study of selected specific small animal diseases and the anatomical and physiological basis of the specific diseases that are being presented.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-213: Pharm & Med Theraputic III
Small Animal Disease and Medical Care 3 is an advanced course designed to complete the study of selected specific small animal diseases and the anatomical and physiological basis of the specific diseases that are being presented.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-214: Vet Anesth & Surg Asst III
Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Assisting 3 is an advanced course designed to instruct students in advanced and interactive preanesthetic evaluations, induction of anesthesia, and the monitoring of anesthesia and post-anesthetic patients.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-215: Vet Diagnostic Imaging III
Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging 3 is an advanced course designed to instruct students in advanced safety techniques, the use of contrast media, advanced radiographic procedures, and advanced veterinary diagnostic ultrasound techniques.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-216: Vet Clinical Pathology III
Veterinary Clinical Pathology 3 is an advanced course designed to instruct students in hematology, cytology, histopathology, blood chemistry, urinalysis, and diagnostic microbiology.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
Tier Four 
3.0 credits VETT-230: Vet Anatomy & Physiology
Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology covers the anatomy and physiology of domestic animals and presents specific information on large animal and non-traditional species anatomy and physiology.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits VETT-231: Lab Animal Dis & Med Care
Laboratory Animal Diseases and Medical Care covers the common diseases of laboratory animals and emphasizes proper sanitation and disease prevention techniques, appropriate medication administration procedures, animal nutrition, reproduction, and behavior.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Video portfolios must be completed for animal nursing, surgical assisting, and clinical pathology. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-232: Lg Animal Dis & Med Care
Large Animal Disease and Medical Care instructs students in sanitation and disease prevention techniques, correct use and administration and documentation of medications, and the pathophysiology of common diseases of large animals.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Video portfolios must be completed for animal nursing, surgical assisting, and clinical pathology. Faculty Permission Required
3.0 credits VETT-233: Lg Animal Clinical Asst
Large Animal Clinical Assisting is designed to teach the student physical examinations, restraint techniques, treatment and medication administration, and record keeping techniques for large animals.
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Video portfolios must be completed for animal nursing, surgical assisting, and clinical pathology. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-235: Lab Animal/Sm Exoctic Clinical Procedure
Covers the common diseases of lab animals and small exotics and emphasizes proper sanitation and disease prevention techniques, appropriate medication administration procedures, animal nutrition, reproduction, and behavior.
Prerequisites: All tier-3 VETT courses.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: All Tier-3 courses in VETT program. Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Video portfolios must be completed for animal nursing, surgical assisting, and clinical pathology. Faculty Permission Required
2.0 credits VETT-236: Emergency and Critical Care Medicine
Emergency and Critical Care Medicine is designed to teach students emergency and critical care nursing skills to assist students in preparing for their credentialing examinations.
Minimum grade required: "C"
Prerequisites: Student must have clinical site and preceptor approved. Video portfolios must be completed for animal nursing, surgical assisting, and clinical pathology. Faculty Permission Required
Welding
2.0 credits WELD-111: Basic Welding
Course covers procedures, processes, equipment, and terminology employed in welding and related fields. Welding equipment and industry safety will also be covered. Provides students with the basic knowledge and hands-on experience to perform basic cutting operations. Stresses the theory and practical applications of stick electrode welding with E6010, E7018, and E7024 Electrodes. WELD 111, Basic Welding course is required for Machine Shop and the Diesel Degree and Certificate programs.
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits WELD-128: Blueprint Reading for Welders
Stresses interpretation of prints related to welding and metal fabrication. Types of prints, print reproduction, welding and construction symbols and workbook exercises are reviewed.
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits WELD-129: Basic Welding I
This course will cover introductory theory and practical applications of structural plate welding, welding safety, hand held torch cutting operations and equipment set up. The development of student skills using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process in all positions will be stressed.
Corequisites: WELD-130,WELD-131,WELD-132
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits WELD-130: Basic Welding II
This course will cover commonly used joint configurations and practical applications of these joints using structural plate. Advancing the development of students skills using Shielded Metal Arc Welding in all positions and E-6010, E-7018 and E-7024 electrodes will be stressed.
Corequisites: WELD-129,WELD-131,WELD-132
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits WELD-131: Basic MIG Welding
A basic course designed to provide the student with the ability to setup, maintain, and operate Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding equipment safely. Develop the necessary skills to weld structural joints and bend tests in all positions utilizing mild steel plate. Visual and destructive testing methods will be used to determine weld quality.
Corequisites: WELD-129,WELD-130,WELD-132
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits WELD-132: Basic TIG Welding
A basic course designed to provide the student with the ability to setup, maintain, and operate Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) equipment safely. Develop the necessary skills to weld structural joints and perform bend tests in all positions utilizing mild steel plate. Weld quality will be measured with visual and destructive testing methods.
Corequisites: WELD-129,WELD-130,WELD-131
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits WELD-133: Plate Welding I
A continuation of Weld 130 with an emphasis on bend tests using light steel plate welded in all positions. The Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process using E-6010 and E-7018 electrodes will be utilized. Weld quality will be measured using visual and destructive testing methods.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-129, WELD-130, WELD-131, and WELD-132.
Corequisites: WELD-134,WELD-135,WELD-136
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits WELD-134: Plate Welding II
A continuation of Weld 133 with an emphasis on medium and heavy plate utilizing side bend tests in all positions using single vee grove and backing strips. The Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process utilizing E-6010 and E-7018 electrodes will be used. Weld quality will be measured using visual and destructive testing methods.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-129, WELD-130, WELD-131, AND WELD-132.
Corequisites: WELD-133,WELD-135,WELD-136
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits WELD-135: Introduction to Metal Fabrication I
This class will be an introduction to general layout and fabrication techniques as related to structural welding. Emphasis will be on construction of small projects to tolerances using blueprints. A variety of welding processes will be used in the vertical up and overhead positions only.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-129, WELD-130, WELD-131, AND WELD-132.
Corequisites: WELD-133,WELD-134,WELD-136
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits WELD-136: Introduction to Metal Fabrication II
This class will focus on layout along with fabrication techniques as related to structural welding and repair. Emphasis will be on construction and repair of projects to tolerances using small groups and blueprints as applicable to industry settings. A variety of welding processes and all welding positions will be used.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-129, WELD-130, WELD-131, AND WELD-132.
Corequisites: WELD-133,WELD-134,WELD-135,WELD-136
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits WELD-204: Pipe Welding 1-G/2-G
Stresses the theory and practical application of 1-G and 2-G pipe welding. This course will develop individual skills in the fit-up and technique of welding pipe, using E-6010 electrodes and the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-133, WELD-134, WELD-135, and WELD-136.
Corequisites: WELD-205,WELD-206,WELD-207
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits WELD-205: Pipe Welding 5-G/6-G
Stresses the theory and practical application of 5-G and 6-G pipe welding. This course will develop individual skills in the technique of downhill pipe welding, using E-6010 electrodes and the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-133, WELD-134, WELD-135, and WELD-136.
Corequisites: WELD-204,WELD-206,WELD-207
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits WELD-206: Interm Metal Fabrication I
Introduction to general layout and fabrication techniques as related to structural welding. Emphasis on structural metal materials and how they are employed to build objects used in industry.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-133, WELD-134, WELD-135, and WELD-136.
Corequisites: WELD-204,WELD-205,WELD-207
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits WELD-207: Interm Metal Fabrication II
A continuation of Intermediate Metal Fabrication I. With an emphasis on methods of metal production, metal properties, and properly choosing of materials to construct metal fabrication products.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-133, WELD-134, WELD-135, and WELD-136.
Corequisites: WELD-204,WELD-205,WELD-206
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits WELD-208: Advanced 2-G/5-G Pipe Welding
A continuation of Pipe Welding. The 2-G and 5-G positions will be covered utilizing both the Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Tig welding processes. Theory and practice in modern welding methods of pressure pipe lines and piping systems will be covered.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-204, WELD-205, WELD-206, and WELD-207.
Corequisites: WELD-209,WELD-217,WELD-218
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits WELD-209: Advanced 6-G Pipe Welding
Emphasis on pipe welding techniques in the 6-G position using both TIG and SMAW welding processes. Theory and practice will be covered in modern methods of pressure piping systems.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-204 WELD-205 WELD-206 WELD-207
Corequisites: WELD-208,WELD-217,WELD-218
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits WELD-211: Welding Related Metallurgy
Familiarizes students with methods of metal production, metal properties, ASME weld testing, heat treatment of metals, and special welding applications. Semester Offered Fall.
Offered: FALL
4.0 credits WELD-217: Pipe Fabrication & Layout I
Designed to correlate the several related courses of the program of study. Major emphasis given to special assignments which requires students to apply his/her knowledge of fabrication and layout methods in construction principles using pipe.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-204, WELD-205, WELD-206, and WELD-207.
Corequisites: WELD-208,WELD-209,WELD-218
Offered: FASP
4.0 credits WELD-218: Pipe Fabrication & Layout II
A continuation of Pipe Fabrication and Layout I. Emphasis on construction techniques using a variety of joint designs in the piping industry will be covered.
Prerequisites: Take WELD-204, WELD-205, WELD-206, and WELD-207.
Corequisites: WELD-208,WELD-209,WELD-217
Offered: FASP
3.0 credits WELD-229: Template Theory & Construction
Stresses template development for the use of structural steel shapes in power plant construction and maintenance, oil equipment fabrication and industrial piping systems.
Corequisites: WELD-229
Offered: SP
1.0 - 8.0 credits WELD-295: SPTO: (Special Topics)
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.

For more information, please call Dean, Bill Lewis at (505) 566-3339.