Javascript is currently not supported, or is disabled by this browser. Please enable Javascript for full functionality.

   
    Jun 16, 2024  
2008-2009 Academic Catalog 
    
2008-2009 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 

Social Science and History

  
  • SOC 041 - Sociology


    Studies the structure and nature of contemporary American society, explains the behavior of humans as group members and includes a familiarization with society?s technology, ideology, and social control system.



    Credit Hours Cr. 1/2 Unit
    Designation Abbreviation
    (H)

Sociology

  
  • SOC 201 - Contemporary Social ProblemsPrerequisite: SOC 101 or permission of instructor.


    Analyzes and studies contemporary social problems, their causes, possible solutions, and how they affect human behavior. The problem Areas of crime, population, the ecological crises, racism, alienation, poverty, urbanization, and mass media are studies from the various sociological models or social problems.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
    Satisfies a Requirement
    (Satisfies Social Science Requirement)
  
  • SOC 210 - Contemporary Marriage and FamilyPrerequisite: SOC 101 or permission of instructor.


    Studies the nature and the forces that are influencing contemporary family life. Many of the aspects of marriage covered are: male and female role socialization, courtship, mate selection, legal aspects, practical economic considerations, sexual development and adjustment, conflict and adjustment in marriage, divorce, child rearing, and the nature of love.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
    Satisfies a Requirement
    (Satisfies Social Science Requirement)
    Area
    (Area IV NMCCN 2213)
  
  • SOC 299 - Special Studies in SociologyPrerequisite: permission of instructor.


    Credit Hours Cr. 1-3 Hrs
  
  • SOCI 1113 - Introduction to Sociology


    Studies the nature and structure of human societies. Stresses sociological methodology, terminology, key concepts, such as culture, socialization, social stratification, collective behavior and social instructions. Designed to give the student a sociological understanding of contemporary American society in a rapidly changing World.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
    Satisfies a Requirement
    (Satisfies Social Science Requirement)
    Area
    (Area IV NMCCN SOCI 1113)
  
  • SOCI 2113 - Contemporary Social ProblemsSOCI 1113 or permission of the instructor


    Analyzes and studies contemporary social problems, their causes, possible solutions, and how they affect human behavior.  The problem areas of crime, population, the ecological crises, racism, alienation, poverty, urbanization, and mass media are studies from the various sociological models or social problems.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3.0 hrs
    Satisfies a Requirement
    Social Science
    Area
    IV
  
  • SOCI 2213 - Contemporary Marriage and FamilySOCI 1113


    Studies the nature and the forces that are influencing contemporary family life.  Many of the aspects of marriage covered are:  male and female role socialization, courtship, mate selection, legal aspects, practical economic considerations, sexual development and adjustment, conflict and adjustment in marriage, divorce, child rearing, and the nature of love. 



    Credit Hours Cr. 3.0 hrs
    Satisfies a Requirement
    Social Science
    Area
    IV

TBD type

  
  • CIS 182 - C++ Data StructuresCIS 181


    C++ Data Structures focuses on the specification, the application, and the implementation of abstract data types in C++.  Computer science theory and software engineering principles are stressed.  Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 is used.



    Credit Hours 3.0
    When Offered
    Spring

  
  • HPER 1113 - Health and Wellness


    Students will develop a theoretical and practical knowledge of all components of health and wellness as related to mental, emotional, physical, social, environmental and consumer health.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 1213 - Introduction and Foundations of Physical Education


    Introduction to the foundations of the discipline of physical education while exploring personal career choices.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 1233 - Introduction to Physical Therapy


    Introductory course exploring the foundations of the profession of physical therapy.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs.
    Note
    Course consists of four modules appropriate for prephysical therapy students.
  
  • HPER 1253 - Sports Safety, First Aid and Emergency Care


    This course will cover policies, practices, and issues related to safety in sports, first aid and emergency care.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 1313 - Performance Nutrition


    This course is designed to provide physically active people and competitors with factual information. Information on essential nutrients, metabolism during exercise and specific problems experienced by athletes or highly active people.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 1322 - Medical Terminology in Athletic Training


    This course is intended to assist those studying in the fields of medicine and health care by learning a word building system for defining, using, spelling and pronouncing medical words.



    Credit Hours Cr. 2 Hrs
    Note
    Course designed for those interested in athletic training.
  
  • HPER 1513 - Introduction to Athletic Training


    Covers the evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries with athletic training techniques and uses of support materials to prevent athletic injuries. Covers the evaluation, treatment, and prevention of these injuries, including use of supporting apparatus, hydrotherapy, physiotherapy, bandaging, and massage.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
    Note
    This course is an entry level class for Athletic Training Education.
  
  • HPER 1613 - Fitness for Health and Sports


    Lecture course with selected activity and learning experiences regarding principles and methods for developing and maintaining physical fitness.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 1813 - Introduction to Parks and Recreation


    Gives the fundamentals involved in the development of the field of recreation, designed to provide students with a knowledge of Federal, State, and local recreation programs and practices in the activities included. Presents information on the history, philosophy, scope and value of parks and recreation services.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 1913 - Introduction to Sports Management


    This course will provide the student with an understanding of the conceptual frameworks used in sport management and acquaint the student with the sports industry.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 2323 - General Medical Conditions


    This course will provide the prospective athletic trainer with the knowledge and skill necessary to recognize, manage, and refer the general medical conditions and disabilities in athletes and physically active individuals.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 2353 - Sports Injuries


    This course provides students with an intensive, thorough study of orthopedic evaluation techniques used within the clinical and on-field environments to assess athletic related injuries. Normal joint kinematics and subsequent pathomechanics are also discussed.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 2413 - Motivation and Leadership Psychology


    Designed to help physical educators, coaches, recreation specialists, and others interested in human motivation to more effectively understand this complex topic and to use that knowledge to help enhance the performance of themselves, their students, athletes or clients/consumers.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 2513 - Theory of Leadership and Coaching


    Comprehensive introduction to the art and science of coaching and leadership. Introduction to positive coaching philosophy: principles of coaching; and sport pedagogy, physiology, medicine and management.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 2521 - Coaching and Leadership Practicum


    Course provides the resources for leadership and coaching development. Time management, analytical skills, leadership, physical fitness and performance psychology are topics in the course.



    Credit Hours Cr. 1 Hr
  
  • HPER 2542 - Theory and Techniques of Athletics


    Course is designed to expose students to the fundamental motor skills involved in running, jumping, tumbling and throwing.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • HPER 2552 - Sports Officiating


    This course provides a working knowledge of team sports rules. The course includes a familiarization of the rules, regulations and proper protocol to follow as an athletic official.



    Credit Hours Cr. 2 Hrs
    Note
    State certification will be available.
  
  • HPER 2712 - Theory and Technique of Aquatics


    This course is designed to expose students to the fundamental skills involved in swimming, diving, and water survival.



    Credit Hours Cr 2 Hrs
  
  • HPER 2733 - Water Safety Instruction


    Gives the student the skills and knowledge necessary to teach Red Cross Swimming courses. Students who satisfactorily complete the course are certified as Red Cross Water Swimming Instructors. They will learn today’s lifeguard and CPR techniques.



    Credit Hours Cr 3 Hrs
    Note
    All students must satisfactorily pass water test.
  
  • HPER 2913 - Athletic Clinical Practicum


    Instruction, practice, and application of clinical proficiencies as established by the NATA Education council.



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • LEAD 2813 - Ropes Course


    This course is designed to provide the basic skills and knowledge required to facilitate a ropes course as part of an outdoor education facility. The course will also help develop skills in instructional techniques, group debriefing skills, safety and rescue and equipment maintenance



    Credit Hours Cr. 3 Hrs
  
  • LIB 101 - Bibliographic Instruction


    Introduces essential information literacy for college level research. Demonstrates procedures for use of access tools and sources from print, non-print, electronic media, and the Internet. Develops critical thinking through appropriate selection, citation, and documentation of sources.



    Credit Hours Cr. 1.0 hrs

  
  • MATH 0910L - Elementary Algebra Laboratory


    Laboratory portion (hands on work) for Elementary Algebra



    Credit Hours Cr. 0.0 hrs
    Note
    Developmental
  
  • MATH 1010L - Intermediate Algebra Laboratory


    Lab for Intermediate Algebra (MATH 1013)



    Credit Hours Cr. 0.0 hrs
  
  • PHE 007 - Beginning FitnessLifetime Sports (prerequisite course for sports activity courses)


    Introduces high school cadets to many individual sports with lifetime carryover value.



    Credit Hours Cr. 1/4 Unit
  
  • PHE 015 - Lifetime Sports (pre-requisite course for sports activity courses)


    Introduces high school cadets to many individual sports with lifetime carryover value.



    Credit Hours Cr. 1/4 Unit
  
  • PHE 020 - Health and FitnessLifetime Sports (prerequisite course for sports activity courses)


    Addresses the development of a healthy life-style through physical fitness exercises and the study of such important topics as: decision making, First Aid, circulatory system, sense organs, personal hygiene, personality development, stress management, abuse and dependency, chemical substance abuse (alcohol drugs and tobacco), sexually transmitted diseases and other pertinent topics.



    Credit Hours Cr. 1/4 Unit
  
  • PHE 023 - SwimmingLifetime Sports (prerequisite course for sports activity courses)


    Introduces high school cadets to many individual sports with lifetime carryover value.



    Credit Hours Cr. 1/4 Unit
  
  • PHE 025 - Dynamic FitnessLifetime Sports (prerequisite course for sports activity courses)


    Introduces high school cadets to many individual sports with lifetime carryover value.



    Credit Hours Cr. 1/4 Unit
  
  • PHE 036 - Strength and ConditioningLifetime Sports (prerequisite course for sports activity courses)


    Introduces high school cadets to many individual sports with lifetime carryover value.



    Credit Hours Cr. 1/4 Unit
  
  • PHE 037 - GolfLifetime Sports (prerequisite course for sports activity courses)


    Introduces high school cadets to many individual sports with lifetime carryover value.



    Credit Hours Cr. 1/4 Unit
  
  • PHE 048 - TennisLifetime Sports (prerequisite course for sports activity courses)


    Introduces high school cadets to many individual sports with lifetime carryover value.



    Credit Hours Cr. 1/4 Unit
  
  • PHYS 1100L - Physics Lab (non-science majors)


    Lab portion of PHYS 1104



    Credit Hours Cr. 0 hrs
    Area
    III
 

Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5