New Mexico Junior College

NMJC offers a two-year Associate of Applied Science degree in industry specific programs for Ford Motor Company (ASSET) and General Motors(ASEP). ASSET and ASEP students are sponsored by automotive dealerships and earn their degrees in a two-year work-study program. Upon successful completion of the program, ASSET and ASEP students are employed by their sponsoring dealerships. This program is designed for students who wish to become professional automotive technicians. Students in the Automotive Technology Program will receive quality classroom instruction as well as hands-on laboratory experience using state-of-the-art diagnostic test equipment. In addition, students have the opportunity to be placed in a cooperating automotive service facility, receive supervised work experience, training under an experienced automotive technician.

 

With the continuous use of electronic systems and on-board computers, there will be constant demand for highly skilled, well-trained automotive technicians. Graduates of this program are prepared to enter the market as automotive technicians. Employment is readily found.

Student Service Educational Training (ASSET) Ford Motor Company – Contact Information: 575.492.2888

Student Service Educational Training (ASEP) General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program – Contact Information: 575.492.2863

The Business program provides graduates with a strong foundation in the theory and practices of business. Coursework covers financial, managerial,

and legal practices and procedures. Students also study the verbal, written, and teamwork skills needed for a business career.

Most businesses, governmental, and non-profit organizations employ business majors. The U.S. Department of Labor Statistics Job Outlook Handbook

predicts that both full- and part-time employment for persons with business education are expected to grow faster than average.

This program offers students a comprehensive education in all aspects of barbering and cosmetology and ensures customer satisfaction.  Life-Long learning is encouraged. The curriculum meets the standards and requirements of the State Board of Cosmetology and of other careers in the world of hair and beauty. This knowledge and ability are achieved first through lecture and demonstration followed by actual work in a salon atmosphere. Students receive clinical experience that prepares them for job market.

Graduates are prepared to take the New Mexico licensing exams, and upon receipt of state licenses they are ready for entry level positions in a salon. Opportunities abound for students to work toward financial independence.

Interested students must interview with the Coordinator of the Program and complete an application to the program. Students must complete the application process and be accepted into the program prior to enrolling in any cosmetology courses.

Information regarding testing and licensure can be found in the Addendum Page at the end of this document.

 

This program prepares students for a career in the multifaceted criminal justice system. The curriculum is structured around a core of courses allowing students to acquire the basic knowledge and skills needed to work in law enforcement, private security, corrections, and other related areas of criminal justice. The curriculum, which covers a variety of topics in criminal justice, focuses on developing the ability to understand and apply legal concepts, investigative techniques, evidence collection and presentation, report writing, patrol operations, and traffic management.  The program also stresses practical skills needed to deal with the complex social, psychological, political, and organizational factors that affect the discretionary decisions of law enforcement personnel. This blend of specific skills and informed perspectives prepares the Criminal Justice graduate to make the difficult decisions often required when serving the needs of the community.

 

Many graduates find job opportunities in federal, state, county, and municipal governments. The knowledge and skills acquired in this program qualify graduates for positions with private enterprise in areas such as industrial, retail, and private security.

 

A minimum of 60 credit hours are required for the Associate of Applied Science degree, and the requirements for the certificates are listed below. All courses, other than General Education requirements, must be completed with a “C” or better. Students should consult with a counselor or advisor for possible degree revisions and for proper sequential order of degree completion.  In addition to the AAS degree, students can apply credit hours earned in criminal justice to the Associate of Arts degree. Students should consult with a counselor or advisor for specific transfer information.  In addition to the AAS degree, students can apply credit hours earned in criminal justice to the Associate of Arts degree. Students should consult with a counselor or advisor for specific transfer information.

 

The certificate in Criminal Justice is offered to students enrolled in the Southeastern New Mexico Law Enforcement Training Academy. Some of the courses with a LA prefix are cross-listed with Criminal Justice courses; please check the course descriptions. The LA courses include hands-on training components not included in the CJ courses to prepare the student to qualify to take the State of New Mexico peace officer certification examination. The CJ courses may not be substituted for the LA courses since they do not include the hands-on training components.

The goal of the Energy Technology Program at New Mexico Junior College is to offer a comprehensive program to students, who upon graduation with an Associate of Applied Science Degree,

are prepared to enter the workforce as an entry level technician.  The purpose of the Energy Technology Education Program at New Mexico Junior College is to support the educational infrastructure necessary for the nation to successfully move forward with its energy initiatives.  The dynamic program promotes and strengthens courses by teaching the required skills, safety standards, site security, environmental protection, and other critical fields relating the nation’s energy needs.
The Associate of Applied Arts Degree and Certification Program is offered completely online (except the Alternative Energy Technician). Students will have the luxury of taking classes in their own

environment while also having access to the many resources provided by New Mexico Junior College.
The Energy Technology Program takes pride in helping to prepare our students for a successful career in the Energy Industry. We believe that communication between program faculty and

professors is key to the success of students.  If you ever have any questions or concerns regarding the Energy Technology Program, please don’t hesitate to contact us!

  

The Entertainment and Music Technology program at New Mexico Junior College prepares students for a multi-faceted career in the entertainment and music industry as technology specialists. This two-year program is designed to provide students with comprehensive academic training and practical, real-world experience in live sound production,recording engineering, lighting production, video production, web design, basic entertainment business law, and multi-media production applications.

Classes are held in the new Bob Moran Entertainment Center, which features a state-of-the-art SSL Duality Recording Console. SSL is known world-wide as a maker of fine mixing boards. From the huge drum sound of the 80’s, begun by Phil Collins hit song, Something in the Air Tonight to the latest recordings by artists from Nashville to L. A., SSL offers world-class technology. To compliment the console, a selection of industry-standard microphones, preamps, and equalizers allow students to replicate the sounds and effects heard on hit records from the 60’s to today. The recording studio and control room has been designed, not just for its beauty and utility, but planned by acoustic engineers to be the perfect space for audio recording, a controlled environment to get the most out of any performance.

A fully equipped computer lab gives every student the chance, both on their own and under an instructor’s supervision, to compose and edit any kind of music: hip-hop,techno, country, pop, rock—the sky’s the limit—with software and hardware that is a standard in the music industry. The live sound lab is fully equipped with the latest gear to teach the art and science of mixing live performances in churches, concert halls, and outdoor concerts. For those with an interest in either the technical side,or musicians who want to learn to record their own demos or albums, NMJC has the equipment to take those first steps into a music career.  Job opportunities continue to grow in this field, including concert sound production,recording studios, theater production, movie/video production, and much more.

If you are new to NMJC, apply for admission at http://www.nmjc.edu/admissions/ and choose Entertainment & Music Technology as your major.  If you are a current student, talk with Professor Jerry Stoddard about the program,to see if this might interest you as a major.  You can also schedule a tour of our brand new state-of-the-art facilities.

 

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS)

Students who successfully complete course requirements for Levels 1, 2, 3, and 4 receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Nursing and are eligible to write the National Council Licensing Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN) for licensure as a registered nurse (RN).

 

AAS Program: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) The NMJC AAS Nursing Program is accredited by and responsible to the ACEN. For more information regarding NMJC AAS Nursing Program accreditation status, please write to the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326 or call ACEN at 404.975.5000.

The NMJC AAS Nursing Program holds a Certification of Full Approval from the NMBON. For more information regarding approval status, please contact the New Mexico Board of Nursing, 6301 Indian School Road, NE, Suite 710, Albuquerque, NM, 87110 or visit the NMBON website:  www.bon.state.nm.us or call 505.841.9082.

A regional nursing shortage ensures high job placement rates for nurses.

NMJC Nursing Program graduates may continue their education by pursuing higher degrees in nursing such as a Bachelor (BSN), Master (MSN), or Doctorate (PhD) degree as well as Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Doctorate degree in Nursing Practice (DrNP).

 

A student is considered “pre-nursing” prior to acceptance into the Nursing Program. The pre-nursing student is preparing to meet the prerequisite requirements to apply for admission to the Nursing Program. The pre-nursing student should seek academic guidance at the Guidance and Counseling Office in the Ben Alexander Student Learning Center. In addition, the NMJC Nursing Program Office personnel are available to answer questions or provide assistance to the pre-nursing student during the application and admission process. The NMJC Nursing Program Office is located in McLean Hall, Room 116 and the telephone number is 575.492.2517.

Thee pre-nursing student must take the Test for Essential Academic SkillsV.0 (TEAS) by the admission application deadline of May 20th for fall admission to the nursing program and achieve a TEAS V.0 Adjusted Individual Total Score of 58.7% or higher.

The pre-nursing student must complete the nursing program admission application requirements by the May 20th application deadline for fall admission to the nursing program. Specific admissions requirements are posted on the NMJC nursing webpage.

Initial admission eligibility is based on satisfactory completion of all pre-nursing requirements and Nursing Program admission application requirements by the May 20th deadline for fall admission to the Nursing Program. Current requirements and admission packets are available for download from the NMJC nursing webpage at www.nmjc.edu/academics/programs/aas_nu.aspx

The Nursing Program utilizes selective admission criteria. The selective admission criteria for the AAS program is contained within the Nursing Program Admissions Requirements document posted on the NMJC nursing webpage.

Minimally acceptable Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) scores: Overall score of 84 with a minimum speaking score of 26.

Contact Information: Cammie Armstrong-Director of Allied Health & Nursing, McLean Hall, Room 116, (575) 492.2517 carmstrong@nmjc.edu

Grades for Nursing Students

The welding curriculum is designed to meet the minimum skill standards established by the American Welding Society (AWS) for entry-level welders. Training is given in both theory ad practical skills in the various phases of welding and cutting. Also, the program provides technical training to meet the demands of the welding industry and the needs of the individual.

Career and Advancement Opportunities
Entry-level welders are employed in a wide range of industries that use welding and welding-related tasks.

Requirements
Fifteen credit hours must be earned at NMJC; a minimum GPA of 2.00 is required. All courses, other than General Education Requirements, must be completed with a “C” or better. Students should consult with a counselor or advisor for possible degree revisions and for proper sequential order of degree completion.
Contact Information: Professor Earl Nymeyer, (575) 492-2868, enymeyer@nmjc.edu