ACT Academy Course Descriptions

CO 037. Cosmetology I
This course covers safety, preparation, procedures, practice, products, materials and implements, and theory for personal and public safety, methods of sanitation and sterilization, chemical agents, types of bacteria, bacterial growth and infections. This course covers related theory, anatomy, physiology, preparation, procedures and practice, products, materials

CO 047. Cosmetology I
The vocational cosmetology course is designed to provide basic skills and knowledge that can lead to a career in Cosmetology. Instruction will be provided in the following areas: Theory of Cosmetology, manicuring, pedicuring, permanent waving, shampooing and hair styling, scalp treatment, and facials. Application of the skills attained will be done in a cosmetology laboratory environment. The curriculum is performance based and introduces a variety of theory and related skill areas of cosmetology to prepare students for success in a working environment. Upon successful completion of the ACT ACADEMY cosmetology classes, the student will have earned approximately 300 clock hours toward the 1600 clock hours needed for a New Mexico Junior College certificate in Cosmetology. Prerequisite: A strong interest in the field as an occupational choice. A good attendance history and a mature attitude are required. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC courses, CO 132 - Sanitization & Sterilization and CO 142 - Shampooing and Rinsing. Meets ten hours per week.

CO 057. Cosmetology III
This course is a continuation of CS 047. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC courses, CO 114 - Chemical Rearranging, Permanents, and Relaxers and CO 213, Manicuring & Pedicuring. Prerequisite: Successful completion of CS 047, Cosmetology II. Meets ten hours per week.

CO 067. Cosmetology
This course is a continuation of CS 057. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, CO 115 - Haircutting and CO 232 - Salon Business. Prerequisite: Successful completion of CS 057, Cosmetology III. Meets ten hours per week. If the ACT ACADEMY students completes all four courses, 037, 047, 057, and 067 the course syllabi meet the objectives of NMJC course CO 112 - Theory I.

AT 037. Automotive Technology I
This course is designed to provide basic job entry-level skills and knowledge in automotive technology. Areas presented include fundamentals of automotive technology, basic theory, safety, tools, precision measurements, electrical /electronics, principles of component operations, and laboratory exercises on operating components and simulated components of the automobile. Technical information is given in the classroom and then it is applied in the laboratory/shop. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, AT 124 Electronics. Prerequisite: A strong interest in the field as an occupational choice, a good attendance history and a mature attitude indicating an ability to assume responsibility for the safety of himself, his co-workers, and the motoring public.

AT 047. Automotive Technology II
The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, AT 123C-Brake Systems. Prerequisite: Successful completion of AT 037 Automotive I.

AT 057. Automotive Technology III
The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, AT 124A Engine Performance. Prerequisite: A strong interest in the field as an occupational choice, a good attendance history and a mature attitude indicating an ability to assume responsibility for the safety of himself, his coworkers, and the motoring public.

AT 067. Automotive Technology IV
The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, AT 223B Suspension and Steering. Prerequisite: Successful completion of AT 057 Automotive I.

EG 037. Principles of Drafting
This course introduces the principles of drafting. Drafting terminology, fundamentals, drafting techniques and skills, lettering, size and shape descriptions, projection methods, geometric construction, sections, auxiliary views, and reproduction processes will be included.

EG 057. Intermediate Computer Assisted Drafting
A continuation of developing the 2D CADD skills. The course will cover printing and plotting of drawings, dimensioning and tolerancing, building groups, blocks, symbol libraries, and extracting bills of materials. This course will complete the basics required for the CADD operator. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EG 037 Introduction to Computer Assisted Drafting or permission from the instructor.

EG 067. Advanced Computer Assisted Drafting
An introduction to 3D drawings and modeling, surface modeling and rendering, and solid modeling using the AutoCAD software. This course will cover the necessary skills to become proficient in working with 3D objects in preparation to meet the requirements of a CADD Technician. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course EG 223A, Advanced Computer Assisted Drafting. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EG 057 Intermediate Computer Assisted Drafting or permission from the instructor.

EG 077. Customizing AutoCAD
An introduction to customizing CADD, using the AutoCAD software. The course will cover customizing of menus, slides, and scripts. The use of the AutoLISP programming language as a customizing tool will be introduced. The importing and exporting of drawing information through digitizing, raster image files and database connectivity will be covered. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, EG 234 Customizing Computer Assisted Drafting. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EG 067, Advanced Computer Assisted Drafting or permission from the instructor.

EG 087. 3-Dimensional Graphics Animation I
A introductory course covering the creation of 3-dimensional objects and animation using 3D Studio Viz. The course will cover the necessary skills to become proficient in working with 3-dimensional objects and animation. The course will cover creating a scene, creating shapes, modifying splines, lofting objects, twisting objects, creating curved paths, deformation tools, creating objects, materials, and 3-dimensional animation and rendering. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course EG 123C, Introduction to 3-Dimensional Animation.

EG 097. 3-Dimensional Graphics Animation II
An advanced course covering the creation of 3-dimensional objects and animation using 3D Studio Viz and AutoCAD. Importing AutoCAD 2-dimensional drawings into 3D Studio Viz, 2-dimensional drawing translation into 3–dimensional format, and the creation of an animated walk through will be covered in this course. The exporting of 3-dimensional objects into AutoCAD drawing format will be covered. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course EG 224C, Advanced 3-Dimensional Animation & CAD.

COSM 037. Cosmetology I
The vocational cosmetology course is designed to provide basic skills and knowledge that can lead to a career in Cosmetology. Instruction will be provided in the following areas: Manicuring, pedicuring, shampooing, artificial nails, basic haircutting, waxing and the anatomy and physiology related to these areas. Upon successful completion of the ACT Academy cosmetology classes, the student will have earned approximately 300 clock hours toward the 1600 clock hours needed for a New Mexico Junior College certificate in Cosmetology. A good attendance history and a mature attitude are required. Class meets ten hours per week.

COSM 047. Cosmetology II
This course is a continuation of COSM 037. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC courses, COSM 113 – Facials and COSM 123 - Hairstyling. Prerequisite: Successful completion of COSM 037, Cosmetology I. Meets ten hours per week.

COSM 057. Cosmetology III
This course is a continuation of CO 047. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC courses, COSM 114 Chemical Rearranging, Permanents, and Relaxers and COSM 213 Manicuring & Pedicuring. Prerequisite: Successful completion of CS 047 Cosmetology II.

COSM 067. Cosmetology IV
This course is a continuation of CO 057. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, COSM 115 Haircutting and COSM 232 Salon Business. Prerequisite: Successful completion of CS 057 Cosmetology III. If the ACT ACADEMY students complete all four courses, 037, 047, 057, and 067 the course syllabi meet the objectives of NMJC course COSM 112 Theory I.

COSM 237. Course Development and Lesson Planning
This course is an introduction to cosmetology theory, lesson planning, analysis, and implementation. Also included are sample lesson plans, benefits, outlines, and components of effective lesson plans. Students will practice the principles of preparing lesson plans and practical course reviews. This is a seven credit hour course.

COSM 247. Lab/Clinic Supervision
This course will present material in the following areas: independent clinic supervision, client communication, reception desk supervision, inventory control, effective dispensary procedures, supervision of clinic sanitation, client safety and supervision of student’s technical skills. This is a seven credit hour course.

COSM 257. Teaching Methods and Teaching Aids
This course examines the four step teaching plan of preparation, presentation, application, and evaluation. Various teaching methods and effective use of teaching aids with guides to the appropriate use of textbooks, workbooks, project sheets, and instruction sheets will also be discussed. This is a seven credit hour course.

EM 037. Emergency Medical Technician Training Basic I
The course content trains students to recognize and stabilize patients with medical and trauma emergencies. Other subjects include legal issues, hazardous materials, and radio communications. This is the USDOT EMT-B course designed to train and certify individuals as emergency medical technicians and to prepare the students for the state licensure examination. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, EM 115, Emergency Medical Technician Training-Basic. Prerequisite: Senior status required.

EM 047. Emergency Medical Technician Training Basic II
This course is a continuation of EM 037. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EM 037 Emergency Medical Technician Training Basic I.

NU 037. Health Occupations I
This two-semester course is designed to introduce the student to the Health Care Field, primarily focusing on basic job entry level skills and knowledge needed to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. The course provides instruction in the care of patients of health-care agencies, basic anatomy, and physiology of all the systems of the human body. Numerous field trips are scheduled throughout this class to expose the student to the many health care fields of study. The student will become CPR certified during this course. Preparation to perform basic nursing skills through classroom instruction and practical experience is practiced at our local health care facilities. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, NU 113, Nursing Assistant. Prerequisite: The following tests and vaccinations are required prior to entering the program: Tuberculin Skin Test, B. Rubella Titer, Hepatitis B Vaccination (series of 3 shots). Prior course in general math and biology will be helpful

NU 047. Health Occupations II
This course is a continuation of NU 037. Students are encouraged to take the nursing assistant written and practical exam at the completion of this course. Upon turning 18 years of age the student may then practice as a certified nursing assistant after successful completion of this exam. Prerequisite: Successful completion of NU 037 Health Occupations I.

WE 037. Welding I
This course is designed to provide the basic job entry-level skills and theory related to the welding area. Areas presented include safety, joint work, pattern layout and development, basic reading of shop drawings, math related to welding techniques, and the welding area processes of: OAW, SMAW, and GMAW. Basic set-ups, troubleshooting and how to do repairs using the various processes. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, WE 114, Introduction to Welding. Prerequisite: A strong interest in welding as a vocational choice or using gained skills as support field to another area.

WE 047. Welding II (Advanced Welding)
The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, WE 124, Advanced Welding. Prerequisite: Successful completion of WE 037 Welding I or permission of the instructor.

WE 057. Welding III (Pipe Welding)
This course is designed to provide the basic job entry-level skills and theory related to the welding area at an advanced level. The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, WE 223P, Pipe Welding. Prerequisite: Successful completion of WE 047 Welding II or permission of the instructor.

WE 067. Welding IV (Inert Gas Welding)
The course syllabus meets the objectives of NMJC course, WE 214, Inert Gas Welding. Prerequisite: Successful completion of WE 057, Welding III or permission of the instructor.

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