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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. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. 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. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. 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. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. 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
Focuses on the foundational elements of music theory. The course will cover clef reading, pitch and rhythmic notation, intervals, scales, key signatures, triads and diatonic chords, and an introduction to ear training and sight singing. The course will help beginning music students, including those who have limited background reading music notation and understanding the fundamentals of music theory. Three credits.
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MUS 110 - Music Theory I Credits: 3
Reviews and builds upon music fundamentals, diatonic harmony, phrase structure, and analysis. The course introduces voice leading and four part harmony in root position and inversions. Co-requisite: MUS 112 must be taken at the same time. Three credits.
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MUS 111 - Music Theory II Credits: 3
Introduces harmony through four-part writing studying principles of harmonic progression, modulation, diatonic seventh chords, secondary dominants, keyboard harmony, and score analysis of binary and ternary form. Prerequisite(s): MUS 110 and MUS 112, or permission of instructor. Co-requisite: MUS 113 must be taken at the same time. Three credits.
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MUS 112 - Ear Training/Sight-singing I Lab Credits: 1
Provides exercises in sight singing, rhythmic reading, and melodic and rhythmic dictation. The course will include performance of melodies and rhythmic reading exercises. Ear training dictation topics includes rhythm, intervals, diatonic scales, melody, triad types, and scales. Co-requisite: MUS 110 must be taken at the same time. One credit.
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MUS 113 - Ear Training/Sight-singing II Lab Credits: 1
Continues to develop sight singing, rhythm reading, and dictation skills. The course includes expanded exercises in sight singing, rhythmic reading, and melodic and rhythmic dictation, as well as performance of melodies and rhythmic reading exercises. This course includes ear training topics. 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 131 - Music Class I Credits: 2
Applies the fundamentals of music to the voice or specific musical instruments. This course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading. First year, first term. Co-requisite(s): MUS 141 must be taken concurrently in the same term. Two credits.
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MUS 141 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 1-2
One credit primarily for non-music majors. Two credits for music majors planning to transfer to four-year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for one credit. Regular attendance and participation in student performances is required for two credits. First year, first term. One to two credits.
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MUS 142 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 1-2
1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. First year, second term. Prerequisite(s): MUS 141. One to two credits.
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MUS 143 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 1-2
1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. First year, third term. Prerequisite(s): MUS 142. One to two credits.
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MUS 144 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 1-2
1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. First year, fourth term. May be repeated for credit more than once per individual institution policy. Prerequisite(s): MUS 143. One to 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 audio signal flow, Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), current computer music software, digital audio practices, Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) sequencing, and audio for video. 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 210 - Music Theory III Credits: 3
Continues study of four-part music, including extended harmonic progressions of ninth, eleventh, thirteenth chords, extended alteration, non-chord tones, modulation and compositions. Corequisite(s): MUS 212 must be taken concurrently in the same term. Prerequisite(s): MUS 111 and MUS 113. Three credits.
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MUS 211 - Music Theory IV Credits: 3
Offers a continuation of chromatic harmony, analysis, ear-training, and keyboard harmony. New topics will include Impressionism and 20th Century styles of composition. Co-requisite(s): MUS 213 must be taken concurrently in the same term. Prerequisite(s): MUS 210 and MUS 212. Three credits.
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MUS 212 - Ear Training/Sight-Singing Lab III Credits: 1
Covers sight singing and melodic dictation using modulation and chromaticism. It covers harmonic dictation including diatonic and chromatic harmonic progressions. It will emphasize rhythmic reading and dictation including syncopation and asymmetrical meters.Co-requisite(s): MUS 210 must be taken concurrently in the same term. Prerequisite(s): MUS 111 and MUS 113. One credit.
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MUS 213 - Ear Training/Sight-Singing Lab IV Credits: 1
Covers sight singing and ear training skills related to musical styles since 1900. Co-requisite(s): MUS 211 must be taken concurrently in the same term. Prerequisite(s): MUS 210 and MUS 212. One credit.
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MUS 241 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 1-2
1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, first term. Prerequisite(s): MUS 144. One to two credits.
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MUS 242 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 1-2
1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, third term. Prerequisite(s): MUS 241. One to two credits.
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MUS 243 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 1-2
1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, third term. Prerequisite(s): MUS 242. One to two credits.
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MUS 244 - Private Instruction: (Specify) Credits: 1-2
1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, fourth term. May be repeated for credit more than once per individual institution policy. Prerequisite(s): MUS 243. One to 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): Accuplacer reading assessment of 62 or equivalent. 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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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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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. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category. 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. Provides tools and develops skills for creative and critical thinking and the formal analysis of arguments. 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 the major religions of the Eastern World: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Daoism. Utilizes the methods of religious studies 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 is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category. Three credits.
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PHI 142 - New Testament Credits: 3
This course surveys the literature of the early Christian era, from its inception to approximately 150 C.E. The New Testament as well as selected non-canonical writings from the period are examined. The course focuses on the interpretation of these texts in light of the cultural milieu from which they arose. Patricular attention is paid to the influence of ancient literary conventions upon the Christian writers of this time. 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 213 - Symbolic Logic Credits: 3
Covers basic information in semantics and syntax of sentential and predicate logic, construction of truth trees, and derivations of natural deductive systems. Three credits.
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PHI 214 - Philosophy of Religion [AH3] Credits: 3
Focuses on the critical analysis and evaluation of the fundamental concepts, ideas, and implications within religious worldviews. This course includes issues such as the nature of God, other conceptions of ultimate reality, arguments concerning God`s existence, the problem of evil and suffering, faith and reason, metaphysical foundations for ethics, the phenomenon of religious experience, and religious diversity. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category. Three credits.
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PHI 218 - Environmental Ethics [AH3] Credits: 3
Analyzes theories of the 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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PHI 220 - Philosophy of Death and Dying [AH3] Credits: 3
Explores the major philosophical questions surrounding death and dying, the metaphysical arguments for and against the existence of the soul, life after bodily death, the major ethical theories and their relation to issues of physician-assisted suicide, care for the dying, the grieving process, death as expressed in aesthetics and contemporary society, as well as the existential contributions concerning meaning of life and the meaning of death. 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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OUT 142 - Hiking Credits: 1
Provides skills related to hiking and wilderness travel. Emphasizes hiking skills, proper conditioning, route finding, equipment, and hiking hazards and ethics. The course involves conditioning in the fitness center and weekend hikes. One credit.
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PED 100 - Fitness Concepts Credits: 1
Focuses on providing information and guidelines for moving toward a more healthy lifestyle. Includes classroom instruction, an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program utilizing the equipment and exercise options available in the Fitness Center. One credit.
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PED 101 - Conditioning Lab Credits: 1
Offers an independent self-paced format of conditioning exercises to meet individual needs. Emphasizes the value of lifetime fitness and its contribution to achieving personal health and wellness. Students utilize cardiorespiratory, muscular strength and endurance exercises to promote positive changes in health-related fitness components. One credit.
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PED 102 - Weight Training I Credits: 1
(Formerly PED 116 - Weight Training) Offers basic instruction and practice in weight training. Students utilize weight training equipment in accordance to their abilities and goals. Emphasizes weight training equipment orientation, correct lifting techniques, and basic program design for men and women. One credit.
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PED 103 - Weight Training II Credits: 2
Offers guided instruction and independent practice in weight training for men and women. Students practice various weight training techniques in accordance with their abilities. Emphasizes physiological considerations, equipment orientation, correct lifting techniques, program design, and nutrition. Two credits.
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PED 104 - Cross Training Credits: 1
Introduces basic cross-training techniques designed to improve physical work capacity of an individual. Enables the student to gain an understanding of the basic principles of cross training, the effects cross training has upon the body`s energy systems and muscles, program design and terminology. One credit.
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PED 105 - Fitness Circuit Training Credits: 1
Examines a number of different circuit training programs. Emphasizes the development of cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and a healthy body composition to meet individual needs. One credit.
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PED 110 - Fitness Center Activity I Credits: 1
Focuses on improving total fitness via an aerobic circuit training program. Includes an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program. Covers the basic components of fitness including flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and body composition. Weight machines, stationary bicycles, and computerized cardiovascular equipment are incorporated to elicit improvements in fitness. One credit.
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