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ARTS 1531 - Lighting Digital Photography
Credits: 2
[Previously offered as: ARTS 184] Students learn how to use lighting techniques and equipment for digital photography. This course offers students an opportunity to use studio lighting equipment to photograph portraits, still life objects, flat and 3-D artwork, and objects and products for web marketing: which will enable them to use this knowledge in the workplace or for personal portfolio use. Students will be shown how photographers use lighting equipment and techniques in the commercial photography field. Students will also be able to assess their own lighting equipment needs and be able to make informed decisions when purchasing lighting equipment.
Offered: Spring.
Two lecture hours.
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ARTS 1610 - Drawing I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 118L] This course introduces the basic principles, materials, and skills of observational drawing. Emphasis is placed on rendering a 3-D subject on a 2-D surface with visual accuracy. Other topics include historical and contemporary references as well as an investigation of linear perspective, line, value, shape, space & composition.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
NMGEC: Area VI: Creative and Fine Arts.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1630 - Painting I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 121L] This course introduces the tradition of painting as a medium for artistic expression. Students will investigate materials, tools, techniques, history and concepts of painting. Emphasis is placed on developing descriptive and perceptual skills, color theory, and composition.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1610 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1631L - Painting Media Ancient and Contemporary
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 122L] Students work with bulk powdered pigments and other materials called for in ancient and contemporary recipes to make a variety of painting media. Four to five different media are covered each semester. In addition students will make their own “grounds” and “supports”. A solid understanding of the materials related to painting, health and safety issues, and basic techniques related to each media will be covered in this course.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Occasionally.
NMGEC: Area VI: Creative and Fine Arts.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1632L - Drawing Space
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 180L] A drawing course focusing on ways to create the illusion of deep and shallow space within a two-dimensional format. Students will work with applied linear perspective, including three-point and creative dynamic perspective, atmospheric perspective, and the use of color to manipulate space. Art historic and culturally specific approaches to visual space will be explored.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1610 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1640 - Watercolor I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 130L] Introduction to watercolor painting materials and techniques with an emphasis on capturing light, shadow, color and spatial manipulation to describe form. Covers both traditional and contemporary approaches to watercolor painting.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1610 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1710 - Introduction to Printmaking
Credits: 3
[Previous offered as: ARTS 1710] A direct experience of exploring basic printmaking processes, including relief, intaglio, and monoprint processes, as well as the investigation of materials/media, tools, techniques, history, and concepts of printmaking. Emphasis is given to solving problems through thematic development while producing a portfolio of prints.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1610 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1750 - Papermaking I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PRBK 167L]
This course covers the historical styles of making paper by hand, including investigating cotton, abaca, and other exotic indigenous fibers. The course introduces pulp-coloring methods, embedding, embossing, and three-dimensional sculptural uses of paper, as well as students’ construction of a mold and deckle, and other basic tools of papermaking.
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1810 - Jewelry and Small Metal Construction I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: JEWL 114L]
Introduces the basic techniques, materials, and tools traditionally used in the creation of jewelry and/or small-scale sculptural objects.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1811L - Silversmithing I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: JEWL 158L]
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental techniques involved in silversmithing, the essence of which is to take a flat piece of metal and by means of different hammers, stakes and other simple tools, to transform it into an object of use or beauty. Students will be taught the techniques of sinking, chasing, repousse and forging.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1812L - Wax Carving for Jewelry
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: JEWL 159L] This course is designed to introduce students to the basic techniques, materials and tools used in the wax carving and modeling of jewelry and small-scale sculptural objects. Students develop the tools and techniques necessary to interpret their designs into workable modes. Projects challenge students not only in terms of learning new techniques, but also through specific ideas, themes, or concepts involved in making jewelry and art.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1810 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1813 - Jewelry Drawing and Rendering
Credits: 3
Leads students through color based drafting materials and advanced rendering processes specific to metal and gems. This course helps students clarify their jewelry and metal designs as well as strategize developing their drawings into 3-dimensional works of art through demonstrations and practice of graphic layouts, multiple views, value study and color rendering of metal, gems and pearls. Students also learn how to professionally present their designs to potential clients and to future employees.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1814L - Beginning Stone Stetting
Credits: 3
Designed to take students through the process of engineering settings for faceted stones. Emphasis is on contemporary setting styles and techniques including graver dressing/sharpening and using the complement of setting burs for a variety of setting styles and building bezels. Students practice settings to develop “muscle memory” and skill to prepare them for creating a completed piece of jewelry. Techniques to be explored include, but are not limited to, flush setting, bezel setting for round gems, making unique bezels with or without gallery work, prong setting and channel setting. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1810 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1820 - Introduction to Enameling
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: JEWL 130L] An introduction to the art of enameling on metal. Students will learn to choose and prepare metals for enameling and explore the wide variety of enamels available including powered enamels, watercolor and liquid (porcelain) enamels. Using these materials, students will apply drawing and painting techniques, work with textured metal and controlled firing textures. Basic metalsmithing techniques will be employed to integrate enamels into jewelry by the use of bezels, prongs and cold-connections.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1810 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1830 - Shop Foundation
Credits: 2
[Previously offered as: SCUL 115L]
An introduction to the proper use of shop facilities with an emphasis on the safety procedures required for their proper use. The course provides students with a foundation of technical skills for use in the production of their work in subsequent classes.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Four lab hours.
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ARTS 1840 - Sculpture I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: SCUL 213L] This course introduces the student to a variety of medium and techniques used in the production of sculpture; along with the historic, conceptual, and esthetic foundations of the sculptural process.
May be taken twice for a degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1830 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 1850 - Metal Sculpture I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: SCUL 262] In this course students create metal sculpture using a variety cutting and welding techniques; the primary metal used is steel. Through learning the use of the equipment required to produce their work, students will become familiar with the correct processes, nomenclature, and safety precautions used in creating welded sculpture. The student will be introduced to the history and cultural framing of fabricated metal sculpture.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1840 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 1855 - Forging for the Sculptor
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: SCUL 134]
An introduction to the use of traditional forging tools and techniques in the creation of decorative and expressive ironwork. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 1996 - Trade Mart Field Trip
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: ARTS 185L] Students tour the art, apparel and interior design markets to learn about the wholesale industry, marketing and points of distribution. Classes travel to trade marts and art markets such as Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Las Vegas, New York, Los Angeles and/or Europe. Due to limited space, preference is given to School of Arts and Design students.
Permission required.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2110 - Artist as Entrepreneur
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: ARTS 200]
Introduction to the process of creating marketable artwork and the development of entrepreneurial activities for the studio artist. Students will work with their own work, both pre-existing as well as new war){ produced in class, and its application to a variety of products, using a range of art media. Very basic business concepts for the start-up and promotion of an art entrepreneur activity and the sales of studio work are also discussed. Projects include display, exhibition, and related sales. Students may incur additional costs for some types of production.
Offered: Occasionally.
Two lecture hours, two lab hours.
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ARTS 2111L - Advanced Color and Design
[Previously offered as: ARTS 227L] Perceptual and experimental in-depth study of color theory and compositional dynamics, and their application for artists and designers. Students explore the use of color and composition in both fine art and commercial design.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1210 .
Offered: Occasionally.
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ARTS 2114 - Arts and Design Seminar
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: ARTS 288]
A study of issues related to a discipline within the arts and/or design. The theme of the course may vary each time the course is offered. Students are challenged with a range of viewpoints related to the theme of the course. Aspects of the arts and/or design that create a bridge to other disciplines such as science, psychology, or philosophy are also a focus of this course.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 109 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Three lecture hours.
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ARTS 2115L - Arts and Design Advanced Projects
Credits: 1-5
[Previously offered as: ARTS 294L]
An in-depth forum to analyze aesthetic and conceptual issues relevant to each individual artist. Offered in sections per program area, the course provides a focused environment for students to work on advanced projects in their discipline. Emphasis is placed on the realization of each student’s unique vision and completing project(s) in arts and design. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit. Permission required.
Offered: Occasionally.
Two-ten lab hours.
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ARTS 2116 - Major Projects
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: ARTS 295]Focuses on a body of work for degree or certificate-seeking students related to their studio discipline. Students in the class meet individually or as a group with faculty to discuss their projects and related issues. Student studios are available for students in this course at no charge outside of the refundable damage/cleaning deposit. Satisfactory class participation is required in order to maintain access to a student studio. Completion of an intermediate-level studio course required.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Fall and Spring
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2118L - Alternative Printmaking
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PRBK 211L]
This course covers alternative printmaking methods. Methods of emulsion transfer including chemical & litho. Polaroid transfers and Solar Plate etching are used in combination with the process of monotype. This creates a great opportunity to develop unique mixed media pieces.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2119 - Archival Printing
[Previously offered as: ARTS 285] For artists and photographers wanting to produce archival, exhibition quality large-format, ink jet prints. Students will explore monitor calibration, media profiling, large format file creation and aesthetics of the large format print. Students acquire a practical knowledge of image management from input/creation to archival output, as well as producing their own fine art prints.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1410 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Three lecture hours.
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ARTS 2311L - Extreme Pottery
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: CLAY 211L]: Advanced use of the potter’s wheel and hand-building methods to expand vessel and sculptural forms beyond what would be considered traditional and conventional. The course emphasizes the exploration of contemporary form and color with works in clay.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1315L or ARTS 1330 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2312L - Ceramics: Glaze Formulation
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: CLAY 220L] Provides the ceramic artist with the skills needed to understand, develop and control the glazes used in the ceramic process. Materials, mixing, testing methods and basic formula comparisons will be covered.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1330 or ARTS 1315L .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2313L - Ceramics: Integrative Projects
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: CLAY 280L] Skill development in preparation for application to an undergraduate university program or for commercial practice in the field of ceramics. Students are taught how to create a coherent body of work, stay consistent within an established concept, and develop the ability to speak and write articulately within the medium of ceramic art. Students are guided in identifying their special areas of skill and competency through the process of critical self-evaluation.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1330L or ARTS 1315L .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2315L - Ceramics: Wheel Throwing II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: CLAY 216L] Intermediate level course that offers a study of current approaches to the potter’s wheel as a tool for creating functional and sculptural forms. The foundation of this course is a series of sequential projects designed to increase a student’s skill level on the wheel. Functional as well as sculptural concepts will be investigated. An introduction to clay bodies and glazes augments the disciplined throwing abilities of students who already have a strong foundation in wheel-throwing basics.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1350L.
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2322 - Clay Hand-Building II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as CLAY 214L] Intermediate-level ceramic sculpture course offering further study into the various hand-building techniques for executing clay sculpture on a medium to large scale. Class assignments are theme-specific, emphasizing sequential development of a particular sculptural concept. Colorings offered as possibilities for surface treatment include slips, engobes, terra sigilattas and glazes. Firing ranges, clay bodies and techniques to fire a clay sculpture are discussed.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1330 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2345L - Ceramics: Advanced Wheel Throwing
Credits: 3
{Previously offered as: CLAY 226L] Advanced study of historical and contemporary approaches to the potter’s wheel as a tool for creating functional vessels, non-functional vessels and sculptural forms. The focus of the class is large-scale and altered throwing techniques and the utilization of thrown parts in the construction of hand-built forms, as well as traditional production methods. Glaze, slip and other surface applications are researched and incorporated in order to create a successful surface/form design.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2315L .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2410 - Black & White Photography
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 120]
This course introduces the fundamental techniques of black and white photography, which includes camera functions and use, exposure techniques and film processing, traditional darkroom printing, and presentation of work.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2413 - Black & White Film Photography II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 220] Expand on techniques and concepts learned in Photography I in this project-oriented course. Predictable image exposure, the Zone System, enhanced film developing techniques, traditional fiber-based printing techniques and presentation of work to professional portfolio standard. Assignments are designed to deepen understanding of photography in contemporary and historical contexts.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2410 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2415 - Alternative Photographic Processes II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 230] Techniques and concepts learned in Alternative Photographic Processes I are expanded upon in this project oriented course. Some previously covered processes like cyanotype or Van Dyke may be explored further and/or advanced processes such as historical carbon printing methods may be offered depending on the availability of specialized facilities and/or the faculty member’s area of expertise. Classes are used for lectures, presentations, discussions, regular critiques and hands-on non-silver darkroom time. Assignments are designed to deepen understanding of photography in contemporary and historical contexts.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1412 .
Offered: Spring.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2416 - Photography and Studio Lighting II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 240 Techniques and concepts from Photography and Studio Lighting I are expanded upon in this project-oriented course. Major projects are assigned. Both natural and artificial light sources are used to illuminate arranged subjects, primarily still-lives, small environments and portraits, lighted in a variety of ways to render desired effects and outcomes.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1413 .
Offered: Spring.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2417 - Fashion Photography
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 248] Students will work with fashion models in studio and exterior environments to learn the art of professional fashion photography. Innovative approaches to using light, wind, make up and close-ups are but a few examples of technical manipulations that will be covered. The subject will be further explored by studying and analyzing historic and contemporary trends in fashion photography and how they reflect broader social realities. From Richard Avedon to heroin chic and Irving Penn to Calvin Klein ads a fascinating world awaits with a richness that extends far beyond the assumed parameters of this subject.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1410 or ARTS 2410 .
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2418 - Landscape Photography
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 250] An exploration of the broadest definitions of what the photographic landscape is, or can be. From a traditional definition as an aesthetic pictorial perspective, to environmental, ecological, social, referential, political, and its uses as a pro-active tool. Both, natural and urban landscapes can be explored.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1410 or ARTS 2410 .
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2419 - Documentary Photography
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 255] Students photograph a subject or narrative event with the end product being a layout and proposal for a published photo-essay. A variety of photographic skills including lighting are covered, as well as the ethical, legal and social considerations raised by this type of photography.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1410 or ARTS 2410 .
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2421 - Photographic Surrealism
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 260] An exploration of the rich and fascinating form of expression in the context of the photographic image. The ease with which images, photographic and otherwise, can be combined offers the serious explorer great opportunities to depict notions of reality and perception within this forum of self-expression. This vehicle is similarly adept at revealing the absurdities and contradictions that surround us every day. Students are challenged to produce well-considered, technically competent and visually engaging work. The student’s work can be purely digital in nature, or a hybrid incorporating any other photographic processes and techniques he/she considers to be beneficial to aid the outcome of the end product. Students may work in black and white, color or a combination of both.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1410 or ARTS 2410 .
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2422 - Extreme Photography
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 265 A production course that encourages risk-taking strategies and radical approaches in the ‘making of photographs. Work expressed in forms such as mixed media, installation, large scale prints, new approaches to collage, political, narrative, autobiographical, diaristic, constructed, directorial, sequential, use of text and others may be explored.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1410 or ARTS 2410 .
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2423 - Visual Anthropology
[Previously offered as: PHOT 270] Northern New Mexico and other distinct communities have been the subject of many anthropological and photographic research projects. In this course students learn to document the distinctive character of Santa Fe and surrounding communities using anthropological and photographic methods.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1410 or ARTS 2410 .
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2425 - Photographic Imaging for Fine Arts
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 280] Focuses on creating imagery that is expressive, experimental and collaborative in an effort to explore the photographic medium as it intersects artistically with the traditions of drawing, painting and printmaking. Assignments are designed to deepen understanding of photography in contemporary and historical contexts.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1410 or ARTS 2410 .
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2429 - Special Photographic Projects
[Previously offered as: PHOT 294] Expands upon photographic techniques and concepts using a variable, project-oriented format. Sessions are used for discussion, critiques, and hands-on production time for the special topic being covered. Projects are designed to deepen understanding of photography in contemporary and historical contexts.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1410 or ARTS 2410 .
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2430 - Photographic Portraiture
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 245] This course covers the study of professional photography that involves people, including studio and environmental portraits. Topics include studio and exterior lighting techniques, and selecting lighting equipment and supplies.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1410 or ARTS 2410 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2520 - Digital Photography II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PHOT 210] Techniques and concepts learned in Digital Photography I are expanded upon in this project-oriented course. Predictable image capture, enhanced color management, archival printing techniques and presentation of work to professional portfolio standard. Assignments are designed to deepen understanding of photography in contemporary and historical contexts.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1410 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2610 - Drawing II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 219L] This course introduces color and colored media as an element of composition while emphasizing descriptive and perceptual drawing skills and conceptual approaches to contemporary drawing.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1610 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2612L - Illustration I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 223L] An intermediate-level drawing course which introduces students to drawing as illustration, a visual translation of the written word. Students work largely from imagination as well as learn to research for visual sources. This course prepares students for work with digital illustration.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2610 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2613L - Animal Life Drawing & Painting
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 228L] Drawing and painting students explore the structure, movement and form of a variety of animals. In addition, the artistic tradition of the animal as a part of two-dimensional art- as human metaphor, as a metaphor for nature, as a symbol of the fabulous and the surreal will be explored. The class will involve field trips as well as in- studio work. The course will involve on-site observational work as well as supplemental anatomical study. A small body of developed imagery based on these explorations will result.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1610 or ARTS 1630 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2614L - Drawing/Painting Advanced Projects
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 280L] Intermediate to advanced level drawing and/or painting studio course. The course is structured around a common theme or mode of inquiry or combination of media, relevant to contemporary painting and/or drawing. Art historical context is discussed. Individual expression and exploration of painting and/or drawing is encouraged and expected.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1630 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2620 - Life Drawing II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 222L] This course introduces color in the representation of the human figure from direct observation, with emphasis given on the expressive and thematic potential of the human form.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1630 and ARTS 2625 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2621L - Drawing for Animation
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 220L] An intermediate level course in drawing for animation and cartooning. Students work with drawing as a progressive story-telling medium, with introduction to storyboarding for film as well as the graphic novel. Students are introduced to the work of cartoonists and animators, whose work has been historically influential in the field. This course provides students with the drawing skills needed for successful use of digital animation tools.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1610 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2625 - Figure Drawing
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 221L] Study of the human form as a primary vehicle for addressing formal and conceptual issues in drawing. Students will work with a variety of media to focus on proportion, structure, and visual expression of the figure.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2610 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2630 - Painting II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 225L] This course focuses on the expressive and conceptual aspects of painting, building on the observational, compositional, technical, and critical skills gained previously. Students will investigate a variety of approaches to subject matter, materials, and creative processes through in-class projects, related out-of-class assignments, library research or museum/gallery attendance, written responses, and critiques.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1630 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2631L - Landscape Painting
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 224L] A contemporary approach to landscape painting in oil or acrylic. On-site and studio work will focus on both the natural world and landscapes in the imagination. Students are encouraged.to pursue and develop their own personal direction with the landscape as a reference.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1630 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2632L - Fine Art Collage
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 226L]
This course will focus on the fine art collage/mixed media applications and will explore experimental
processes, incorporating the adhering of papers and other materials to a support along with painting and drawing media. Art historical influences will be emphasized.
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2633L - Abstract Painting
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 227L] Students analyze and apply to their own work the various concepts, styles and techniques of contemporary abstract painting, including deconstruction of subject matter, collage, mixed media, textural layering, lyrical and hard edge abstract expressionism, and minimal ism. Experimental color usage, paint application techniques, development of surface techniques and the use of varying surfaces along with art historical references will be covered. Students will complete a portfolio of abstract works.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1630 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2640 - Watercolor II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 230L] This course introduces an expansion of watercolor techniques, with a greater emphasis on developing personal expression through conceptual and technical experimentation.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1640 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2712 - Illustration II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: DRPT 233L] Continuation of ARTS 2612L with a more focused exploration of specific types of typical illustration assignments. Based on a set of parameters, students create visual imagery for clients whose projects include institutional, editorial, advertising, and packaging.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2612L .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2720 - Advanced Book Arts
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PRBK 265L]
Continues the investigation of book arts through a variety of structures and enclosures using differing binding styles. The origins of the book and its global history are discussed. The work of contemporary book artists and examples are also discussed.
Offered: Spring.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2725 - Advanced Papermaking
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: PRBK 267l]
Continues the investigation of two- and three-dimensional papermaking. Beating fiber, paper chemistry, sheet formation, pulp painting, and sculptural papermaking are covered. Papermaking history and contemporary applications are discussed.
Offered: Spring.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2810 - Jewelry and Small Metal Construction II
Credits: 3
[Previous offered as: JEWL 217L] Fabrication skills are further developed and refined while additional advanced fabrication methods are introduced. Emphasis is placed on developing a deeper understanding of form and content as it relates to creating on an intimate scale.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1810 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2811L - Advanced Stone Setting
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: JEWL 212L] This course is designed to give students an intensive hands-on approach to stone setting, Demonstrations will be given in prong setting, cluster setting, thick bezel setting, pave, channel setting, and burnish setting. After each demonstration the student will practice the technique. Students will also be taught to create a finished piece of jewelry including prepolishing, stone setting, clean up, and final polishing, Tool making appropriate to the craft will be taught Safety precautions relative to the tools and equipment used will be stressed. By the end of the class students will have learned a number of new stone setting techniques and improved their ability with techniques they may have already known.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2810 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2812L - Siversmithing II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: JEWL 218L] This course is designed as a continuation of silversmithing I (ARTS 1811L} in which students will improve their skills in the arts of sinking, repousee and forging. In addition, raising will be taught which is an advanced silversmithing technique employed for the formation of metal objects such as teapots, pitchers, vases and similar vessel forms.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1811L .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2813L - Casting for Jewelry
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: JEWL 220L] An introduction to the ancient art of casting and wax-model-making that focuses on the tools, equipment, materials and processes traditionally used in creating forms in silver. The course includes demonstrations on designing and creating wax models for the casting process and many techniques of vacuum and direct-casting methods. Emphasis is on casting and experimenting with design in wax and cast forms.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1810 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2814L - CAD for Jewelry Design
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: JEWL 233L] Intensive computer-based approach to jewelry design. Students will learn to design textures, surfaces, forms, placement of stones, settings and a wide range of other jewelry techniques using computer-aided design (CAD). The processes of machining and producing a finished product will be discussed. Gemvision software will be used to introduce students to state of the art processes used by the jewelry industry worldwide. Students will create wax or plastic models that can be cast in silver or gold.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1812L and AARTS 2811L or permission.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three lecture hours.
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ARTS 2820 - Jewelry and Small Metal Construction Portfolio
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: JEWL 294L] Advanced study in bench jewelry and/or small metal construction techniques through the creation of a series of personal works.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1810 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Three lecture hours.
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ARTS 2823L - Advanced Enameling
Exploration of advanced enameling techniques. This course covers many areas and techniques in the enameling field including, but not limited to, limoges, painted enamels, grisaille, champleve for multiple production, Cloisonne/Applique and Plique-a-jour. Students may work on small to large scale work as jewelry or sculptural forms.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1820 .
Offered: Occasionally.
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ARTS 2830L - Jewelry/Metal Arts III
Credits: 3
This course is designed for students who wish to develop skills learned at the beginning and intermediate levels in preparation for application to an undergraduate university program or gallery representation. The course focuses on the preparation of a coherent body of work and the development of an individual approach and aesthetic, with emphasis on self-expression and self-motivation. Students are taught how to prepare a portfolio, how to write a resume and how to secure recommendations. Students will develop the ability to speak and write articulately about their work and personal direction as well as to professionally critique the work of others. Students are guided in identifying their special areas of skill and competency and in the process of critical self-evaluation.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1820 or permission.
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2840 - Sculpture II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: SCUL 263L] This course continues the exploration of form and concept in sculpture through the exploration of materials, techniques, and varied media. Students conceive and execute work that incorporate a variety of materials and types of presentation.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1840 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2843L - Contemporary Bronze Sculpture
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: SCUL 260L] An introduction to direct casting methods for the realization of a personal and expressive art. Students work with cast bronze, which has been used for thousands of years as an expressive medium. In addition to a lab fee, students must purchase wax, ceramic shell and bronze.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1840 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2844L - Stone Sculpture
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: SCUL 261L] An overview of stone sculpture that investigates techniques of carving in limestone, alabaster and marble by hand and with pneumatic tools, both directly and from models.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1840 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2845L - Mixed Media Sculpture
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: SCUL 264L] This course covers a variety of tools and techniques used in mixed-media sculpture. Assemblage as an as an aspect of the additive approach to sculpture is examined. Students focus on aesthetic, structural and conceptual principles involved in this approach. In addition to wood, materials may include metal, fibers, plastics, found objects, etc.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1830 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2846L - Glass Sculpture
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: SCUL 265L] An introduction to the basic kiln casting in the lost wax technique and other kiln working of glass including the processes of slumping and fusing. Students will be introduced to creating molds for use with glass and the entire lost wax process.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1840 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2847L - Metal Sculpture II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: SCUL 267L} An in-depth study of the metal processes introduced in Metal Sculpture I with greater emphasis on individual artistic expression. Tig welding is introduced in this class.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1850 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2848L - Mold Making for Sculptors
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: SCUL 268L]
A course in basic mold making for sculpture. This course covers pattern preparation, mold construction, and casting in wax and plaster. Class projects are designed to help students become proficient in several mold making processes. This class may be of special interest to students who wish to do bronze and glass sculpture.
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ARTS 2849L - Wood Sculpture
Credits: 3
{Previously offered as: SCUL 270L] An introduction to tools and techniques used in wood sculpture to develop sculptural forms and encourage personal exploration. Students investigate a diverse range of techniques, such as wood construction, wood lamination, fabrication, wood carving, wood finishing, glues, and tool sharpening and maintenance. Sculptural traditions, both historical and contemporary, are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1840 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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ARTS 2857L - Sculpture: Advanced Projects
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: SCUL 294L] Structured around a common theme or mode of inquiry relevant to the conceptual concerns and techniques particular to the making of sculpture. An in-depth forum is provided to analyze aesthetic and conceptual concerns. Emphasis is placed on the realization of each student’s unique vision and completion of projects. Creativity and the development of a personal style of self-expression are encouraged.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1830 and ARTS 1840 and ARTS 2840 or permission.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three lecture hours.
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ARTS 2998 - Arts and Design Internship
Credits: 1-6
[Previously offered as: ARTS 298] On-the-job experience in the arts and design industry, including local galleries, non-profit arts centers, visual and performing arts environments, museums, youth organizations, design and art studios. This course provides emerging artists and career-oriented students with college credit while being immersed in the creative occupation of their choosing.
May be taken for up to six hours. Permission required.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
One-six lecture hours.
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ARTS 2999 - Professional Practice
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as ARTS 280 and ARTS 296]
Capstone course focusing on the unique and challenging professional messaging needs of emerging artists and aspiring art students. It introduces degree- or certificate-seeking Arts and Design students to methods and tools used in promoting a professional creative career or in an application to further degree programs in art and design. This course includes an introduction to preparation of art-marketing materials, including e-commerce tools, that can be used in contexts such as gallery and trade exhibition applications, and client/commission-oriented proposals. Interdisciplinary critical evaluation and discourse will aid in developing students’ self-confidence and skill-set in this area. Completion of a intermediate-level studio course is required.
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ASTR 1115C - Introduction to Astronomy
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: ASTR 111] Surveys observations, theories, and methods of modern astronomy. The course is predominantly for non-science majors, aiming to provide a conceptual understanding of the universe and the basic physics that governs it. Due to the broad coverage of this course, the specific topics and concepts treated may vary. Commonly presented subjects include the general movements of the sky and history of astronomy, followed by an introduction to basic physics concepts like Newton’s and Kepler’s laws of motion. The course may also provide modern details and facts about celestial bodies in our solar system, as well as differentiation between them - Terrestrial and Jovian planets, exoplanets, the practical meaning of “dwarf planets”, asteroids, comets, and Kuiper Belt and Trans-Neptunian Objects. Beyond this we may study stars and galaxies, star clusters, nebulae, black holes, and clusters of galaxies. Finally, we may study cosmology – the structure and history of the universe. The lab component of this course includes hands-on exercises that work to reinforce concepts covered in the lecture, and may include additional components that introduce students to the night sky.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 109 and MATH 101 .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
NMGEC: Area III: Science.
Three lecture hours, three lab hours.
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ATEC 111L - Introduction to Automotive
Credits: 2
Introduces the basic theories of operation for each automotive system and the diagnostic, testing, and repair procedures of the automobile. Fundamental skills and maintenance are addressed, as well as the application of the theory behind each automotive system. New and proposed strategies in engine fuels and vehicle power systems, an overview of current undercarriage systems technologies, and information on alternative fuels vehicles are just some of the topics covered. Instruction focuses on electronics utilized and shared within automotive operating systems. Test-out challenge available.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Four lab hours.
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ATEC 112L - Engine Repair
Credits: 4
The principles and operation of the gasoline powered internal combustion engine. Engines will be properly disassembled, inspected, measured, and reassembled. Safety is emphasized.
Permission required.
Offered: Fall.
Eight lab hours.
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ATEC 114L - Automotive Brake System
Credits: 4
Theory, diagnosis, and repair procedures of disc and drum brake systems. Instruction includes anti-lock brakes systems (ABS), machining of discs, drums, brake hydraulic components, electronic control systems, and related operating systems. Students prepare for industry certification in operation of rotor machine matching equipment. Safety is emphasized.
Offered: Fall.
Eight lab hours.
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ATEC 115L - Automotive Steering and Suspension Systems
Credits: 4
An introduction to steering geometry, front and rear suspension service, wheel alignment, power steering service, and wheel balancing. Safety is emphasized.
Offered: Fall.
Eight lab hours.
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ATEC 116L - Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems I
Credits: 4
Fundamentals of electrical and electronics theory, power supplies, magnetism, current flow, Ohm’s law, series, parallel, and series-parallel circuit calculations. Students use basic meters to diagnose circuits. Safety and environmental issues are emphasized.
Offered: Fall.
Eight lab hours.
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ATEC 119L - Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
Credits: 4
An introductory course covering automotive air conditioning and heating systems. The use of test equipment is emphasized and students learn to diagnose, evacuate, recover refrigerant, and recharge air conditioning systems. Safety is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): ATEC 116L .
Corequisite(s): ATEC 130L .
Offered: Spring.
Eight lab hours.
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ATEC 125 - Automotive Management
Credits: 3
A course preparing students to enter the service management profession. Students gain an understanding of the basic repair operation of an automotive repair shop. Students receive training in service trends, safety, employee relations, and industry and business development trends. The course introduces students to basic skills in Excel, bookkeeping, computer-specific automotive programs, and communication skills.
Prerequisite(s): ATEC 111L .
Offered: Fall.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ATEC 130L - On-Board Diagnostic System II
Credits: 2
Introduces the basic theories related to understanding OBD-II, an in-depth system for diagnostics and service procedure. Students practice using scan tools for gathering and interpreting OBD-II diagnostic trouble codes (DTC).
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): ATEC 116L .
Corequisite(s): ATEC 119L .
Offered: Fall.
Four lab hours.
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ATEC 150L - Automotive Computer Management Systems I
Credits: 4
An introduction with a focus on engine performance test equipment, fuel system operation, fuel injection design and operation, modules, sensors, switches, ignition systems design and operation, starting and charging system design and operation, and related operating systems. Topics include a systematic method of troubleshooting and repair On-Board Diagnostics II (OBDII). Safety is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): ATEC 116L and ATEC 130L .
Offered: Fall.
Eight lab hours.
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ATEC 165 - Alternative Fuel Vehicles
Credits: 3
Introduction class on basic theories in the technology used in vehicles powered by ethanol, biodiesel, hydrogen, electricity, propane, and natural gas. Topics include the differences between various fuels and fuel systems, maintenance schedules, and AFVs components.
Prerequisite(s): ATEC 116L and ATEC 150L .
Offered: Spring.
One lecture hour, four lab hours.
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ATEC 200L - Electrical Electronics II
Credits: 4
Continuing study of the diagnosis and repair of power distribution centers, primary electrical systems, including battery, starting, charging, lighting, gauges, horn, wipers, washers, accessories, and high voltage secondary electrical systems. Students gain mastery in the use of meters, schematics, standard troubleshooting procedures, and other tools used in electrical and electronic system diagnosis and repair.
Prerequisite(s): ATEC 116L .
Offered: Spring.
Eight lab hours.
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ATEC 201L - Computer System Management II
Credits: 4
Continuation course in the diagnosis and repair of multiple computer control systems and diagnostic test equipment. Students gain a fundamental understanding of fuel system operation, fuel injection, ignition systems, starting and charging systems, exhaust emissions, power distribution, and federal environmental standards. Students learn a systematic method of troubleshooting and utilization of diagnostic trees. Safety is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): ATEC 150L .
Offered: Spring.
Eight lab hours.
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ATEC 206L - Manual Transmission and Differential
Credits: 4
The theory and repair of manual transmission, differentials, clutches, transaxles and drive axles are covered. Content includes torque, horsepower, gear ratio, and friction. Diagnosis and troubleshooting are stressed. Safety is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): ATEC 116L .
Offered: Spring.
Eight lab hours.
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ATEC 208L - Automatic Transmission Transaxle Differential
Credits: 4
Operating principles of automatic transmissions, diagnosis, electrical and electronic controls, and repair. Instruction includes rebuilding transmissions and transaxles to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specification , hydraulic operation, gear sets, friction clutch operation and design, transaxle design, and differential service and repair. Workplace safety is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): ATEC 116L and ATEC 150L .
Offered: Spring.
Eight lab hours.
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BIOL 1110 - General Biology
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: BIOL 111] Introduces nonscience majors to basic biological concepts including, but not limited to, the properties of life, biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, evolution, biodiversity, and ecology.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 109 and MATH 102 .
Corequisite(s): BIOL 1110L .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
NMGEC: Area III: Science.
Three lecture hours.
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BIOL 1110L - General Biology Lab
Credits: 1
[Previously offered as: BIOL 111L] Laboratory course for non-science majors complementing the concepts covered in the associated general biology lecture course. Students learn quantitative skills involved in scientific measurement and data analysis. Students also perform experiments related to topics such as biochemistry, cell structure and function, molecular biology, evolution, taxonomic classification and phylogeny, biodiversity, and ecology.
Corequisite(s): BIOL 1110 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lab hours.
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BIOL 1130 - Introductory Anatomy and Physiology
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: BIOL 136] Introduces the anatomy (structure) and physiology (function) of the human body, which includes the study of basic chemistry, molecules, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and terminology related to these concepts. This course is designed for students studying exercise science, medical assisting, and similar programs, which require an introduction to anatomy and physiology.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 109 and MATH 101 .
Corequisite(s): BIOL 1130L .
Offered: Fall.
NMGEC: Area III: Science.
Three lecture hours.
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BIOL 1130L - Introductory Anatomy and Physiology Lab
Credits: 1
[Previously offered as: BIOL 136L] Introduces laboratory exercises in regards to human anatomy and physiology of the human body. This includes histological study, biochemical processes, mammal organ dissections, and the use of models to illustrate anatomical arrangement.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 109 and MATH 101 .
Corequisite(s): BIOL 1130 .
Offered: Fall.
Three lab hours.
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BIOL 1140 - Biology for Health Sciences
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: BIOL 123] An introductory course for students interested in health science careers. Focuses on the concepts of chemistry, cell biology, metabolism, genetics, and regulation of gene expression.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 102 and ENGL 109 .
Corequisite(s): BIOL 1140L .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
NMGEC: Area III: Science.
Three lecture hours.
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