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DIESEL TECH
Internship in Diesel Technology DT 290 0.50 - 6.00
Prerequisite: DT 101, 202 and 211, with 2.0 average and approval of the instructor.
The purpose of this course is to provide diesel power technology students with the opportunity to supplement course work with practical
work experience related to the student's Program Session I classroom and lab experience. The course is an extension to and application of
the classroom learning through work experience under immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the industry work site. A
qualified faculty member directly supervises the student's internship experience by working closely with the student and the employer
through telephone contact, site visitations, student reports and reports from the student's supervisor. Credit is awarded (at a rate of 75 hours
of work per credit) for the accomplishment of individualized specific occupational learning objectives written by the employer, student and
faculty member; maintenance of time sheets; and final report. Student grades will be assigned as a cooperative effort between the faculty
member and the job supervisor. May be repeated for 12 credits. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science
within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
DRAFTING
Basic Drafting Principles DFT 100 3.00 - 4.00
Prerequisite: None
This entry level drafting course covers use of drafting instruments, lettering, perception theories, geometric and multi-view problem
solving, sketching and dimensioning.
Print Reading for Industry DFT 110 3.00 - 4.00
Prerequisite: None
A course designed to provide the fundamental concepts in reading technical drawings required by machine shops, engineering, electrical
and welding industries. The course will start with simple prints and proceed to more advanced prints. This course may not transfer to a
baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Introduction to 3D Studio Max DFT 240 3.00
Prerequisite: CADD 105.
This course is an introduction to 3D StudioMax. Topics covered will include the 3D StudioMax program interface, managing object and
project files, creating a basic scene, modeling, lighting, the materials editor, animation techniques, output of images and animations and
introduction to the special effects and plug-in capabilities of 3D StudioMax..
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Parent Caregiver Relationships ECE 121 1.00
Prerequisite: None
A course designed for child development students in which they can acquire various communication skills to enhance parent/caregiver
relationships. Newsletters, parent conferences, phone conversations, record keeping and student data folders.
Health and Nutrition for Young Children ECE 123 1.00
Prerequisite: None
A study of young children concerning physical development, nutrition, health, safety and childhood illnesses and diseases. Skills
developed in menu planning, selecting safe equipment and toys, routines to ensure good health and policies on illness.
Sensorimotor Development in Infants and Toddlers ECE 124 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
Study of the development of sensorimotor skills in infants and toddlers. Emphasis placed on developing materials and activities for use in
the home and child care setting which will foster sensory and motor skills in children from birth to two years.
Language Development Infant Toddler ECE 125 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
Study of language acquisition in infants and toddlers. Emphasis placed on developing materials and activities for use in the home and child
care setting which enhance the development of expressive language in children from birth to three years.
Social/Emotional Development for Infants and Toddlers ECE 126 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
The study of affective development in infancy and toddlerhood. Emphasis on experiences and techniques for use in the home and child
care setting which will foster self-concept and social interactions for children from birth to three years old.
Role of Play for Infants and Toddlers ECE 127 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
The study of the role of play as it affects the social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth and development of infants and toddlers.
Self Help Skills for Infants and Toddlers ECE 128 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
The study of exploring the ideas that promote self-help skills in the infant and toddler. Emphasis is placed on developing materials and
activities for use in the home and child care setting which enhance the development of self-help skills in children from birth to three years.
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* This course might not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education
(NSHE). If you plan to pursue a four-year degree, check with the institution where you intend to transfer to learn whether this course will count
toward the degree you intend to seek.