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MGD 111 - Adobe Photoshop I Credits: 3
Concentrates on the high-end capabilities of Adobe Photoshop as an illustration, design and photo retouching tool. Students explore a wide range of selection and manipulation techniques that can be applied to photos, graphics and videos. Course competencies and outline follow those set out by the Adobe Certified Associate exam in Visual Communication Using Adobe Photoshop. Three credits.
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MGD 112 - Adobe Illustrator I Credits: 3
Concentrates on the high-end capabilities of Adobe Illustrator as an illustration, design and vector drawing tool. Students learn how to use the tools to create digital artwork that can be used in web design, print media, and digital screen design. Course competencies and outline follow those set by the Adobe certified Associate exam in Visual Communication using Adobe Illustrator. Three credits.
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MGD 114 - Adobe InDesign Credits: 3
Introduces students to InDesign, a page layout program which integrates seamlessly with other Adobe design programs. InDesign delivers creative freedom and productivity to DTP. Class discussions and independent projects supplement hands-on classroom work. Three credits.
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MGD 119 - Maya I Credits: 3
Introduces students to Maya, a high-end character animation tool. Emphasis is on building models of various types. Students learn setting up
and animating scenes for render in movie format. Three credits.
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MGD 122 - Sculpting for Digital Media Credits: 3
Introduces students to conceptualization of surface coloration, painting and manipulation of 3D objects and environments. Students will construct sculptures using organic, inorganic, abstract, and realistic subject matter. Operating a 3D scanner, students will digitize a sculpture and bring the electronic file into a computer animation application for manipulation. Three credits.
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MGD 141 - Web Design I Credits: 3
Introduces web site planning, design and creation using industry-standards-based web site development tools. Screen-based color theory, web aesthetics, use of graphics editors and intuitive interface design are explored. (This class uses Dream Weaver). Students may enroll in MGD 141 and MGD 241 in the same semester, but courses may not be taken concurrently. Prerequisite(s): MGD 111 and CWB 110. Three credits.
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MGD 142 - Digital Animatics Credits: 3
Introduces the steps followed by professional animators and game designers for producing media in a digital environment. Students learn the foundational skills of planning, organizing, storyboards, and pre-visualization techniques necessary to create animated stories. Students will also study the history of animation and game design. Students may enroll in MGD 142 and MGD 152 in the same semester, but courses may not be taken concurrently. Three credits.
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MGD 143 - Motion Graphic Design I: Credits: 3
Stresses creation of animation and dynamic interactive media for web and multimedia applications to a professional standard. Students will learn how to develop projects for time-based media, key-frames, tweens and symbols. Students will learn how to use actions to trigger timeline events to create interactive behaviors. Prerequisite(s): CSC 119 and CWB 110. Students may enroll in MGD 143 and MGD 243 in the same semester, but courses may not be taken concurrently. Three credits.
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MGD 150 - Legal Issues in Multimedia Credits: 3
Educates the student about the unique business legal concerns that media producers face. These include media contracts, labor issues, libel, and privacy rights. We will pay special attention to the use and protection of copyrights and trademarks, both of other people and of the students’ own works. Three credits.
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MGD 152 - 2D Animation Production Credits: 3
Presents the fundamental principles and applications of traditional 2D character animation. Students develop an awareness and appreciation of the depth of skill and abilities required to create 2D animation. Students compare/contrast 2D skills application toward the creation of 3D animation and develop the fundamental skills of character animation such as pencil testing and evaluation, ink and paint production and compositing. Students produce a finished piece of original animation, highlighting the skills acquired in class. Prerequisite(s): MGD 142. Students may enroll in MGD 142 and MGD 152 in the same semester, but courses may not be taken concurrently. Three credits.
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MGD 155 - Lightwave I Credits: 3
Introduces students to LightWave’s Modeler program with an emphasis on modeling techniques. It also touches on LightWave’s Layout program for setting up scenes with texture maps and lighting. There will also be instruction on how to import models from other programs. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Three credits.
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MGD 163 - Sound Design I Credits: 3
Explores the use of sound in multimedia production and audio storytelling. Students examine the principles of recording. Classes focus on how sound can enhance interactive productions and improve computer presentations. Students learn how to use the computer as a full audio editing studio. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Three credits.
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MGD 164 - Digital Video Editing I Credits: 3
Introduces to digital non-linear video editing. Students will capture, compress, edit, and manipulate video images using a personal computer. Assembly techniques including media management, editing tools, titles, and motion control; transitions and filters, and special effects are explored. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Three credits.
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MGD 204 - Videography II Credits: 3
Offers advanced study of digital video imaging concepts using digital cameras. Heavy emphasis is placed upon media aesthetics and the creative integration of sight, sound, and motion in student projects. Prerequisite(s): RTV 269 or permission of instructor. Three credits.
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MGD 211 - Adobe Photoshop II Credits: 3
Develops and reinforces image composition techniques learned in Adobe
Photoshop I, MGD 111. Fundamentals are continuously reinforced as new
design techniques are introduced. Prerequisite(s): MGD 111 or permission
of instructor (Students may enroll in MGD 111 and MGD 211 in the same semester, but courses may not be taken concurrently). Three credits.
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MGD 212 - Adobe Illustrator II Credits: 3
Enables the student to continue development of electronic drawing
skills through practice and use of state of the art illustration software. Prerequisite(s): MGD 112 or permission of instructor (Students may enroll in MGD 112 and MGD 212 in the same semester, but courses may not be taken concurrently). Three credits.
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MGD 213 - Electronic Pre-Press Credits: 3
Explores in detail the electronic pre-press process. Students examine steps for preparing a digital file for trapping, output considerations and proofing techniques. Creating effective electronic designs and efficient use of today’s software programs are also covered. Three credits.
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MGD 219 - Maya II Credits: 3
Explores in-depth Maya’s animation techniques. Also, the student will be exposed to rigging characters for animation. Prerequisite(s): MGD 119. (Students may enroll in MGD 119 and MGD 219 in the same semester, but courses may not be taken concurrently.) Three credits.
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MGD 241 - Web Design II Credits: 3
Expands on previously learned fundamentals of HTML introducing cascading style sheets, DHTML, Java Scripts and CGI forms. Color usage and interface design principles are emphasized in this course. In this course we’ll examine Web sites that employ more complex structures, optimal site architecture and navigation necessary for larger and more complex sites. Prerequisite(s) MGD 141. (Students may enroll in MGD 141 and MGD 241 in the same semester, but courses may not be taken concurrently.) Three credits.
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MGD 243 - Web Motion Graphic Design II Credits: 3
Stresses the complex creation of 2D animated motion graphics concentrating on the prior skills learned and the use of scripting and behaviors. Students will create motion graphics using these skills and apply them to web sites. Web site justification of motion graphics will be stressed, appraised, and weighed. Prerequisite(s) CSC 119 and CWB 110 and MGD 143. (Students may enroll in MGD 143 and MGD 243 in the same semester, but courses may not be taken concurrently.) Three credits.
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MGD 254 - Multimedia Design/Production I Credits: 3
Provides an overview of the development of interactive, computer-based media for presentational or instructional use. Selection of appropriate media, screen design, user interfaces, branching techniques, and other design aspects will be illustrated using a hands-on approach. Basic multimedia concepts will be addressed, including: production, authoring and authoring tools, software and hardware selection, media preparation and presentation. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Three credits.
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MGD 255 - Adv 3D Modeling/Animation Credits: 3
Further examines LightWave’s Layout program with an emphasis on animation and animation techniques. It also touches on LightWave’s Layout program for setting up scenes with advanced procedural texture maps and lighting. Prerequisite(s): MGD 155 or permission of instructor. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Three credits.
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MGD 256 - Graphic Design Production Credits: 3
Provides an opportunity to combine several draw and paint applications into one design and layout class. Students will explore advanced techniques in creating and designing computer art. Prerequisite(s): MGD 111 and MGD 112. Three credits.
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MGD 257 - Animation Production Credits: 3
Examines development of 3D animation from a production standpoint. The process of transforming conceptual designs into actual projects is
explored. Students study the management function of those tasks associated
with the business end of development. The student will produce a 3D
animation project. Three credits.
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MGD 258 - Web Design Production Credits: 3
Stresses web site development and usability issues, as well as, pre-production, production and post-production concepts. Students will prepare project evaluations, objectives and analysis reports, project budgets and time-lines, content outlines, storyboards, and flow charts. Students will also examine interactive interface design for several Web applications. Projects will vary from semester to semester. Three credits.
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MGD 260 - Graphic Design Production II Credits: 3
Continues design and production techniques with further instruction
in computer file set-up and creation of camera-ready art. Use of black and
white and spot color for a variety of design projects. Prerequisite(s): MGD
256 or permission of instructor. Three credits.
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MGD 262 - Graphic Design Production III Credits: 3
Covers advanced study in design and production techniques and processes, including use of full color for publication design and book formats, advertising campaigns, business reply mail, promotional items, and editorial design. Prerequisite(s): MGD 260 or permission of instructor. Three credits.
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MGD 266 - DVD Authoring Credits: 3
Introduces students to all aspects of DVD authoring: covering source acquisition, DVD production, interface design, organization, management and appropriate DVD output solutions. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Three credits.
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MGD 268 - Business for Creatives Credits: 3
Presents a guide to freelance work and a study of business practices and procedures and models unique to creative occupations (graphic design, web design, animation, fine arts). Discussion includes determining charges, business forms, business planning, tax structure, licenses and registration, self-promotion (resume, website, portfolio, business identity package). Course may include visits by professionals in the field and discussion of career opportunities in a quickly changing career field. Three credits.
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MGD 269 - Multimedia Design/Production II Credits: 3
Examines the leading authoring tool for interactive multimedia from the art director’s perspective. Students will learn the basics of 2D animation for both computer presentations and the web. Interface design and scene development is emphasized. Hands-on projects include lingo scripts, behaviors, adding sound and digital video to student`s movies. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): MGD 254 or permission of instructor. Three credits.
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MGD 275 - Special Topics Credits: 1 to 6
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Permission of instructor is required. One to six credits.
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MGD 278 - Seminar/Workshop Credits: 1 to 6
Provides students with an experiential learning opportunity. One to six credits.
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MGD 280 - Internship Credits: 1 to 6
Provides students with the opportunity to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to their educational program. Students work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor. Prerequisite(s): MGD 256 or permission of instructor. One to six credits.
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MGD 285 - Independent Study Credits: 1 to 6
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. Permission of instructor is required. One to six credits.
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MGD 289 - Capstone Credits: 0 to 6
A demonstrated culmination of learning within a given program of study. Prerequisite(s): FTV 208 or MGD 155 or MGD 164 or PHO 206 or RTV 269. Zero to six credits.
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MUS 100 - Intro to Music Theory I Credits: 3
Introduces the basics of music theory. Course designed to help the beginning music student, or those students with limited background in music theory, study the basic elements of music. Topics include notation, rhythm, scales, key signatures, intervals, chords, beginning level melodic and rhythm dictation, ear-training and sight singing skills. Three credits.
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MUS 110 - Music Theory I Credits: 3
Presents music fundamentals, diatonic four-part harmony, analysis, ear
training, and keyboard harmony. For music majors transferring to a 4-year
program or students interested in composition. Co-requisite: MUS 112
must be taken at the same time. Three credits.
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MUS 111 - Music Theory II Credits: 3
Presents chromatic four-part harmony, analysis, ear training, and
keyboard harmony. Prerequisite(s): MUS 110; MUS 112. Co-requisite:
MUS 113 must be taken at the same time. Three credits.
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MUS 112 - Ear Trng/Sight-singing Lab I Credits: 1
Presents exercises in sight-singing with melodic and rhythmic dictation. Co-requisite: MUS 110 must be taken at the same time. One credit.
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MUS 113 - Ear Trng/Sight-singing Lab II Credits: 1
Presents exercises in sight-singing with melodic and rhythmic dictation. Prerequisite: MUS 110 and 112. Co-requisite: MUS 111 must be taken at
the same time. One credit.
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MUS 120 - Music Appreciation [AH1] Credits: 3
Covers the basic materials of music, musical forms, media, genres and musical periods. Emphasizes the development of tools for intelligent listening and appreciation. This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-AH1. Three credits.
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MUS 121 - Music Hist Mdvl-Classicl [AH1] Credits: 3
Studies the various periods of music history with regard to the composers, esthetics, forms, and genres of each period. Considers music from the Middle Ages through the Classical period. This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-AH1. Three credits.
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MUS 122 - Music Hist Romantic-Prsnt[AH1] Credits: 3
Studies the various periods of music history with regard to the composers, aesthetics, forms, and genres of each period. Considers music from the early Romantic period to the present. This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-AH1. Three credits.
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MUS 123 - Survey of World Music [AH1] Credits: 3
Provides an overview of non-Western music from around the world; provides basic listening skills and the historical/cultural context for a variety of world music styles to enable an understanding and appreciation of non- Western musical expression. This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-AH1. Three credits.
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MUS 125 - History of Jazz [AH1] Credits: 3
Provides a survey of the basic materials of music and the forms, media, genres, historical, and cultural style periods of jazz. It emphasizes the development of tools for intelligent listening and appreciation. This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-AH1. Three credits.
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MUS 141 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 2
Two credit course offers group class meetings weekly, private instruction consisting of a 30-minute lesson per week, and participation in student performance. Two credits.
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MUS 142 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 2
Two credit course offers group class meetings weekly, private instruction consisting of a 30-minute lesson per week, and participation in student performance. Prerequisite(s): MUS 141. Two credits.
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MUS 143 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 2
Two credit course offers group class meetings weekly, private instruction consisting of a 30-minute lesson per week, and participation in student performance. Two credits.
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MUS 144 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 2
Two credit course offers group class meetings weekly, private instruction consisting of a 30-minute lesson per week, and participation in student performance. Two credits.
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MUS 151 - Ensemble I Credits: 1
Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature in either a
vocal ensemble or instrumental ensemble. One credit.
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MUS 152 - Ensemble II Credits: 1
Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature in either a
vocal ensemble or instrumental ensemble. One credit.
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MUS 153 - Ensemble III Credits: 1
Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature in either a
vocal ensemble or instrumental ensemble. One credit.
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MUS 161 - Computer Music Applications I Credits: 3
Introduces students to the Digital Audio Workstation, current practices with MIDI instruments, MIDI sequencing, MIDI editing, music notation programs. Three credits.
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MUS 165 - MIDI I Credits: 2
Considers the language of MIDI, computer skills necessary to learn music software applications, and the process of design and set-up of a music technology workstation. Project-oriented course covers the uses of computers in the music profession. Course projects provide instruction in basic computer skills, music sequencing and notation software skills, the language of MIDI, and operation of synthesizers. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Two credits.
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MUS 175 - Special Topics Credits: 0.25 to 6
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Zero to six credits.
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MUS 241 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 2
Two credit course offers group class meetings weekly, private instruction consisting of a 30-minute lesson per week, and participation in student performance. Two credits.
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MUS 242 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 2
Two credit course offers group class meetings weekly, private instruction consisting of a 30-minute lesson per week, and participation in student performance. Two credits.
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MUS 243 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 2
Two credit course offers group class meetings weekly, private instruction consisting of a 30-minute lesson per week, and participation in student performance. Two credits.
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MUS 244 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 2
Two credit course offers group class meetings weekly, private instruction consisting of a 30-minute lesson per week, and participation in student performance. Two credits.
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MUS 251 - Ensemble I Credits: 1
Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature in either a vocal
ensemble or instrumental ensemble. Prerequisite(s): MUS 153. One credit.
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MUS 252 - Ensemble II Credits: 1
Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature in either a
vocal ensemble or instrumental ensemble. Prerequisite(s): MUS 251. One
credit.
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MUS 253 - Ensemble III Credits: 1
Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature in either a
vocal ensemble or instrumental ensemble. Prerequisite(s): MUS 252. One
credit.
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MUS 275 - Special Topics Credits: 0.25 to 6
Covers specific topics in music. This course is offered as needed for credit appropriate to the topic and each offering includes a description of the topic(s). Permission of department chair is required. Zero to six credits.
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MUS 285 - Independent Study Credits: 0 to 6
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. Permission of department chair is required. Zero to six credits.
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NUA 101 - Nurse Aide Health Care Skills Credits: 4
Prepares the student to perform the fundamental skills of the nurse aide. Basic nursing skills, communication skills, restorative services, personal care skills, safety and emergency care issues are covered in theory and lab. Includes knowledge and/or principles of asepsis, OSHA and HIPAA regulations. Ethical behaviors, cultural sensitivity and principles of mental health will be addressed, as well as patient/resident rights. Prerequisite(s): Must attend an orientation in order to register. Four credits.
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NUA 105 - Home Health Aide Theory Credits: 2
Introduces the student to the expanding field of Home Health Nursing. This student will discover the uniqueness of Home Health Care and the vital role that the nursing assistant plays as part of the home care team. The student will learn how to assist home care patients with activities of daily living and maintain a safe, clean and comfortable environment. The student will also learn the differences and challenges of caring for patients in their natural home environment versus institutional settings. Prerequisite(s): NUA 101 and NUA 170 or current CNA certification. Two credits.
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NUA 170 - Nurse Aide Clinical Experience Credits: 1
Applies knowledge and skill gained in NUA 101 to patient care. Corequisite(s) NUA 101. One credit.
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HWE 100 - Human Nutrition Credits: 3
Introduces basic principles of nutrition with emphasis on personal nutrition. Satisfies nutrition requirement of students entering health care professions. Three credits.
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NUR 106 - Medical/Surgical Nursing Concepts Credits: 7
NUR106 is the first medical/surgical nursing course. Building on NUR109, this course provides for the acquisition of basic medical/surgical nursing theory, as well as application of mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clinical reasoning necessary for safe, patient-centered care to a developmentally and culturally diverse adult patient population experiencing various medical/surgical interventions. Incorporates evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional standards, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and a variety of clinical settings. All NUR classes require acceptance into the program prior to registration. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Seven credits.
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NUR 109 - Fundamentals of Nursing Credits: 6
Nursing 109 introduces the fundamental concepts necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to a diverse patient population while integrating legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Introduces caring, critical thinking, the nursing process, quality improvement, and communication used when interacting with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team, and relates evidence-based nursing practice. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and a variety of clinical settings providing care to stable patients with common health alterations. All NUR classes require acceptance into the program prior to registration. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Six credits.
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NUR 112 - Basic Concepts of Pharmacology Credits: 2
Overview of the basic principles of pharmacology including major drug classifications and prototypes of commonly used medications. Principles of medication administration include aspects of best practice for safe, quality, patient-centered care. Central points include safety, quality improvement factors in the administration of medications, patient teaching, and variations encountered when administering medications to diverse patient populations across the lifespan. All NUR classes require acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course may be offered in hybrid format. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Two credits.
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NUR 150 - Maternal-Child Nursing Credits: 6
Nursing 150 provides for the acquisition of maternal/child nursing theory, as well as application of mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clinical reasoning necessary for safe, family-centered nursing care to childbearing families and children that is developmentally and culturally appropriate. Incorporates evidence-based practice, standards of practice, quality improvement, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and in a variety of maternal/child and pediatric clinical settings. All NUR classes require acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course may be offered in hybrid format. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): NUR 109 and NUR 112. Six credits.
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NUR 169 - Transition into Practical Nrsg Credits: 4
Facilitates the transition into the role of the practical nurse with emphasis on distinguishing the defined practical nurse scope of practice related to clinical practice, communication, nursing process, ethical/legal issues and leadership skills. The student practices in the role of the practical nurse in the associated clinical experience. All NUR classes require acceptance into the program prior to registration. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Four credits.
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NUR 178 - Seminar Credits: 0.5
Provides students with an exceptional learning experience. 0.5 credits.
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NUR 189 - Transition from LPN to ADN Credits: 4
Facilitates transition of the LPN to new roles and responsibilities of the ADN, the nursing process, critical thinking, legal and ethical issues in nursing practice, and the nursing care of childbearing families and pediatric clients. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the laboratory and maternal/child and pediatric clinical settings. All NUR classes require acceptance into the program prior to registration. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Four credits.
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NUR 206 - Adv Concepts of M-S Nursing I Credits: 6.5
NUR 206 builds on NUR106 focusing on advanced concepts of nursing applied to care of patients with high acuity medical/surgical conditions. Builds on medical/surgical nursing theory, mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clinical reasoning necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to developmentally and culturally diverse adult patients. Incorporates evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional standards, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the professional nurse as applied in a variety of healthcare settings. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and in a variety of clinical settings. All NUR classes require acceptance into the program prior to registration. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): NUR 106 and NUR 150. Six and one-half credits.
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NUR 211 - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Credits: 4
Develops concepts of psychosocial integrity and emphasizes the function and responsibility of nursing in promoting and maintaining mental health of individuals and families. This course emphasizes communication and caring through the application of the therapeutic relationship and nursing process in the care and treatment of common clinical conditions/disorders. All NUR classes require acceptance into the program prior to registration. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): NUR 106 and NUR 150. Four credits.
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NUR 212 - Pharmacology II Credits: 2
Builds on previously introduced pharmacological concepts and applies that learning to pharmacologic therapy to provide safe, quality, evidence- based nursing care to patients with complex healthcare needs. Focuses on safety and quality improvement factors in the administration of medications within a variety of healthcare systems. Advanced dosage calculations included. All NUR classes require acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course may be offered in hybrid format. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): NUR 106 and NUR 150. Two credits.
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NUR 216 - Adv Concepts of M-S Nrsg II Credits: 5
Nursing 216 is a continuation of Nursing 206, focusing on complex medical/surgical conditions of the high acuity patient. Builds on medical/surgical nursing theory, mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clinical reasoning necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to developmentally and culturally diverse adult patients experiencing high acuity medical/surgical conditions. Incorporates evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional standards, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the professional nurse as applied in the acute care and high acuity settings. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in a variety of clinical settings. All NUR classes require acceptance into the program prior to registration. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): NUR 206, NUR 211, and NUR 212. Five credits.
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NUR 230 - Transition to Professional Nursing Practice Credits: 4
Nursing 230 is a seminar and practice capstone course that provides an integrative experience applying all dimensions of the professional nurse in the care of diverse patient populations across a variety of healthcare settings. All major concepts of the nursing program are addressed. Leadership and the management of multiple patients are emphasized. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the clinical setting to facilitate an effective transition from student to registered professional nurse. All NUR classes require acceptance into the program prior to registration. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): NUR 206, NUR 211 and NUR 212. Four credits.
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ENY 200 - Energy Management Credits: 4
Introduces the role of energy and energy management in business. Key subjects include energy statistics, reporting and goal setting, balancing business with sustainability, measurement and verification, fuel switching, financing and performance contracting, energy codes and legislation, and effectively communicating technical material to a variety of audiences. This course will demonstrate goal setting and measurement/ reporting activities suitable for the field of energy. Four credits.
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ENY 221 - Quantifying Energy Use I Credits: 4
Introduces basic calculation methods for quantifying energy use and energy savings. Topics will include load profiles, parasitic and standby losses, compounding efficiencies, integrated design, design energy budgets, transport energy, benchmarks and end use pies for rough estimating, and reasonableness testing. Four credits.
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NRE 214 - Environmental Issues & Ethics Credits: 3
Focuses on special environmental problems, current issues, or trends. Traditional and environmental philosophies are discussed. Students debate various environmental issues. Three credits.
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NRE 260 - Natural Resource Policy/Admin Credits: 3
Examines the management complex environmental and natural resource policy issues. Taking into account new developments, trends, and issues that have arisen in recent years, this course begins with the recognition that it is not the environment that needs to be managed, but human action relating to the environment. Three credits.
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PET 101 - Petroleum Fundamentals Credits: 3
Provides an overview of the petroleum technology industry including petroleum origins, geology, mapping techniques, exploration, drilling, formation evaluation, well completion, artificial lift, surface facilities, and marketing. Three credits.
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PET 130 - Oil and Gas Production I Credits: 3
(Formerly PRO 250) Familiarizes the student with the duties and responsibilities of the oil and gas production technician. Specifically, students will be able to discuss the history of the oil market, concepts surrounding exploration and geology, fundamentals of drilling and well completion, and describe the operation of the equipment and systems used by the oil and gas production technician today. Three credits.
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PET 230 - Oil and Gas Production II Credits: 3
(Formerly PRO 255) Familiarizes the student with the duties and responsibilities of the oil and gas production operations technician. Specifically, students will be able to discuss natural gas treatment, dehydration and compressions system and equipment, the produced water treatment and handling system and equipment, auxiliary systems and equipment, artificial lift and enhanced recovery techniques, pumping and transportation systems, safety, health and environmental considerations, basic concepts of refining and processing. Prerequisite(s): PET 130. Three credits.
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PRO 250 - Oil and Gas Production I Credits: 3
Familiarize the student with the duties and responsibilities of the oil and gas production technician. Specifically, students will be able to discuss the history of the oil market, concepts surrounding exploration and geology, fundamentals of drilling and well completion, and describe the operation of the equipment and systems used by the oil and gas production technician today. Three credits.
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PRO 255 - Oil and Gas Production II Credits: 3
Familiarize the student with the duties and responsibilities of the oil and gas production operations technician. Specifically, the course covers the following topics: the natural gas treatment, dehydration and compressions system and equipment; the produced water treatment and handling system and equipment; auxiliary systems and equipment; artificial lift and enhanced recovery techniques; pumping and transportation systems; safety, health and environmental considerations relative to the field of oil and gas production; and an introduction to petroleum refining and processing. Three credits.
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PHI 111 - Intro to Philosophy [AH3] Credits: 3
Introduces significant theoretical and practical questions and emphasizes understanding the meaning and methods of philosophy. Includes: the human condition, logic, reality, knowledge, freedom, history, ethics, and religion. Guaranteed Transfer (GT) Pathways Course Statement: The Colorado Commission on Higher Education has approved PHI 111 for inclusion in the Guaranteed Transfer (GT) Pathways program in the GT-AH3 category. For transferring students, successful completion with a minimum C- grade guarantees transfer and application of credit in this GT Pathways category. For more information on the GT Pathways program, go to http://highered.colorado.gov/academics/transfers/gtpathways/curriculum.html. Three credits.
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PHI 112 - Ethics [AH3] Credits: 3
Examines human life, experience, and thought in order to discover and develop the principles and values for pursuing a more fulfilled existence. Theories designed to justify ethical judgments are applied to a selection of contemporary personal and social issues. This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-AH3. Three credits.
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PHI 113 - Logic [AH3] Credits: 3
Studies effective thinking using language-oriented logic. This course provides tools and develops skills for critical thinking and the formal analysis of arguments. It emphasizes the development of decision-making and problem-solving. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category. Three credits.
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PHI 114 - Comparative Religions [AH3] Credits: 3
(Formerly: PHI 115) Introduces students to the major world religions from both the Eastern and Western world such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Bahá’í, and influential pre-literate traditions. Utilizes religious studies methods (historical, sociological, legal, psychological, and phenomenological), to understand the historical development of each religious tradition in terms of communities, cultural context, and modern manifestations; paying particular attention to differences between sects, denominations, schools, and factions within each tradition. Focus will include the examination of the charismatic leaders, prophets, and narratives that inform the worldview of each tradition. This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-AH3. Three credits.
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PHI 116 - World Religions East [AH3] Credits: 3
Introduces students to religions of the Eastern world: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Taoism, Confucianism, Sikhism, Shinto, and influential pre-literate traditions. Utilizes religious studies methods (historical, sociological, legal, psychological, and phenomenological), to understand the historical development of each religious tradition in terms of communities, cultural context, and modern manifestations; paying particular attention to differences between sects, denominations, schools, and factions within each tradition. Focus will include the examination of the charismatic leaders, prophets, and narratives that inform the worldview of each tradition. This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-AH3. Three credits.
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PHI 175 - Special Topics Credits: 1 to 6
(Formerly: PHI 135) Consists of specially offered courses as a response to interest or need. One to six credits.
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PHI 214 - Philosophy of Religion [AH3] Credits: 3
Focuses on the critical examination of the fundamental concepts, ideas, and implications of religion. Includes the nature of God, the varieties of religious experience, argument concerning God`s existence, the Problem of Evil, faith and reason, religion and human destiny, and the connection between religion and ethics. This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-AH3. Three credits.
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PHI 218 - Environmental Ethics [AH3] Credits: 3
Analyzes theories of value of the natural world. Topics may include the relation between scientific and moral principles; theories of the moral worth of persons, animals, plants, and other natural objects; historical, religious, and cultural influences on conceptions of nature; alternative accounts of human relationships and responsibilities to nature; and the connection between moral and political values and economic policies. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category. Three credits.
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HPE 110 - Analysis/Teaching of Baseball Credits: 2
(Formerly PER 242) Focuses on a study of the techniques and strategies of coaching competitive baseball to obtain background and understanding of rules and positions of umpiring baseball. Two credits.
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HPE 231 - Care/Prevent Athletic Injuries Credits: 3
(Formerly: PER 232; HEN 120 - Basic Prevention & Care Athletic Injury) Focuses on techniques in prevention, care, and basic rehabilitation of athletic injury. Three credits.
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OUT 124 - Bicycle Touring Credits: 1
Introduces bicycle touring over a variety of terrains and distances. Selection and maintenance of equipment, pre tour conditioning, safety and dietary factors will be covered. One credit.
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