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MP 274 INDIVIDUAL LESSONS VOICE( 1-2 credits) Provides individual instruction in voice. Students will focus on improving vocal technique in a variety of areas such as pitch matching, breath control, posture, and vocal quality. Note: Requires additional tutorial fee. Prerequisite: Requires instructor permission. Student must contact the instructor to set up individual lesson times.
MP 280 INDIVIDUAL LESSONS GUITAR( 1-2 credits) Individual guitar lessons for intermediate level players are designed to facilitate the student’ s general music background and to address their skill level on the guitar including some more advanced instruction and skill training. Attention is also given to the individual’ s goals in learning to play the guitar and an interest they may have in learning to play particular styles of guitar music. Each level may be repeated 3 times for credit. Required: Instructor permission required. Recommended: Students should have a basic knowledge of reading music, but it is not required. Student must contact the instructor to set up individual lesson times.
MS: MILITARY SCIENCE
MS 111 MILITARY SCIENCE I: LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT( 1 credit) Introduction to ROTC, and its relationship to the U. S. Army. Role of the army officer, including leadership and management fundamentals.
MS 112 MILITARY SCIENCE I: MILITARY SKILLS( 1 credit) Basic rifle marksmanship; land navigation; how to read a topographic map and use a magnetic compass; includes practical exercises.
MS 113 MILITARY SCIENCE I: LAND NAVIGATION( 1 credit) Customs and traditions of the U. S. Army; unit organization and missions. Types of careers available to army officers.
MS 130 MILITARY PHYSICAL CONDITIONING( 1 credit) Prepares military science cadets and university students to excel an the Army Physical Fitness Test( AFPT). This course is repeatable for a maximum of 11 credits.
MS 211 MILITARY SCIENCE II: EFFECTIVE TEAM BUILDING( 2 credits) An examination of effective leadership. Development of interpersonal skills using practical exercises and case studies.
MS 212 MILITARY SCIENCE II: AMERICAN MILITARY HISTORY( 2 credits) History of the American soldier from 1775 to 1919; weaponry and tactics of the American Army. Use of battle analysis and war gaming included.
MS 213 MILITARY SCIENCE II: MILITARY OPERATIONS( 2 credits) Basic U. S. Army tactics at the individual, team, and squad levels. Integration of military skills in offensive and defensive operations.
MT: MECHATRONICS
MT 3.801 MECHATRONICS ORIENTATION( 1 credit) Learn an effective troubleshooting method used throughout the program. Develop specific scheduling and learning skills to apply to the various types of courses in the program. Create a completion plan to guide you through the program and into your first years on the job.
MT 3.802 CUSTOMER SVC FOR MECHATRONICS TECHNICIANS( 3 credits) Effective troubleshooting and fabrication project design requires communicating with internal and external customers. This course helps mechatronics technicians create effective troubleshooting and project management methods that incorporate customer service skills coupled to communicating effectively with people from different social and cultural backgrounds. Included are job search skills for obtaining employment in the industry, as well as repair and design options that promote energy efficiency.
MT 3.803 INDUSTRIAL SAFETY( 3 credits) Learn how to protect yourself and your fellow workers from workplace accidents. Topics analyzed include, but are not limited to: electrical safety, personal protective equipment, confined space entry, hazardous materials, MSDS and blood borne pathogens. Emphasis is on personal responsibility for your own and others safety. You will create a personalized safety manual.
MT 3.805 COMPUTERIZED MAINT MANAGEMENT( 3 credits) Learn to manage the computerized maintenance management systems( CMMs) used in most modern plants and facilities. Using CMM systems as a troubleshooting tool and as a method for improving energy efficiency is stressed. Boiler operatoin and maintenance serves as the case study for this course. Customer service as a component of successful troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair is stressed.
MT 3.812 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS( 4 credits) This lab-based course introduces students to fundamental mechanical skills, concepts and practices. Intended for mechatronics technicians, the course includes but is not limited to: precision measurement, shop math, mechanical fasteners, hand and power tools, and fundamentals of rigging and lifting. Safe application of industrial skills in the workplace is emphasized. This course contains a portion of the embedded computation requirements for related instruction.
MT 3.815 MECHATRONICS SKILLS LAB( 1-6 credits) Individual lab practice to improve mechatronics skills. May also be used for special projects. To be offered every term subject to instructor approval.
MT 3.817 DRIVE SYSTEMS( 2 credits) Learn to troubleshoot and maintain drive systems. Fundamentals of vibration analysis and shaft alignment are covered in the lab. Emphasis is placed on effective maintenance of belt, chain and gear drives for maximum energy efficiency.
MT 3.819 BEARINGS & LUBE SYSTEMS( 2 credits) Learn to troubleshoot and maintain bearings and lubrication systems. Fundamentals of vibration and oil analysis, handling and mounting bearings, and operating lubrication systems are included in this training. Energy efficiency is a major focus of this course.
MT 3.821 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TROUBLESHOOTING( 4 credits) Learn to use electrical troubleshooting theory in troubleshooting common electrical problems: low voltage, high voltage, unwanted resistance, open circuits, high resistance shorts to ground, and current and voltage unbalance. Efficiency technology and sustainable practices are covered.
MT 3.822 TROUBLESHOOTING MOTORS & CONTROLS( 4 credits) Learn to troubleshoot and maintain motor control systems, single and three phase motors and stepper and servo motors. Analyzing motor control schematics and using advanced digital multimeters are stressed as is motor efficiency. Understanding motor controls is critical to understanding the operation of PLC and all automated control systems. An effective troubleshooting methodology is embedded in this course.
Courses marked with the following symbols may be used to fulfill general education requirements for the Associate of General Studies degree: ‣ Humanities / Art • Math / Science • Social Sciences.