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BOT- Business Office Technology
BOT 101 Keyboarding Basics 3 cr. (2+2P)
Covers correct fingering and mastery of the keyboard to develop skillful operation. Formatting basic business letters, memos, and manuscripts.
BOT 102 Keyboarding: Document Formatting 3 cr. (2+2P)
Designed to improve keyboarding speed and accuracy; introduce formats of letters, tables and reports. A speed and accuracy competency requirement must be met.

Prerequisite: BOT 101 or consent of instructor.
BOT 105 Business English I 3 cr.
Training and application of the fundamentals of basic grammar, capitalization and sentence structure (syntax).
BOT 106 Business Mathematics 3 cr. (2+2P)
Mathematical applications for business, including training in the touch method of the 10-key calculator.

Prerequisite: CCDM 103N or adequate score on math placement exam.
BOT 109 Business English II 3 cr.
Training and application of the fundamentals of punctuation, numbers, basic writing and editing skills.

Prerequisite: C or better in BOT 105.
BOT 110 Records Management 3 cr.
Principles, methods and procedures for the selection, operation and control of manual and automated records systems.
BOT 120 Accounting Procedures I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Business accounting principles and procedures. Use of special journals, cash control, and merchandising concepts. Reports for sole proprietorships.
BOT 121 Accounting Procedures II 3 cr. (2+2P)
Continuation of BOT 120, emphasizing accounting principles and procedures for notes and interest, depreciation, partnerships and corporations, cash flow and financial statement analysis.

Prerequisite: BOT 120.
BOT 135 Keyboarding Technique Review 3 cr.
Emphasis on improving keyboarding speed and accuracy.

Prerequisite: BOT 101 or equivalent.
BOT 140 Payroll Accounting 3 cr. (2+2P)
Payroll procedures including payroll tax forms and deposits.

Prerequisite: BOT 120 or consent of instructor.
BOT 158 Advanced Medical Terminology 3 cr.
Builds upon the concepts introduced in Medical Terminology providing greater understanding of how to properly use and apply medical terminology in various health fields. Emphasis will be on terminology used in medical records and procedures, medical coding, and medical transcription. Current medical practice, technological changes in medicine, creating medical documents, and pharmacology will also be covered.

Prerequisites: OHEO 120 or NURS 150 or BOT 150.
BOT 170 Office Communications in Spanish I 3 cr.
Develop oral and written communications skills of native or near-native speakers of Spanish. The student will learn basic letter writing skills, customer service techniques, and telephone etiquette in Spanish.

Prerequisite: BOT 101 or basic computer keyboarding skills and native or near-native Spanish-speaking ability.
BOT 171 Office Communications in Spanish II 3 cr.
Develop oral and written communications skills of native or near-native speakers of Spanish. Emphasis placed on learning the office assistant’s role within the office environment. Compose complex business correspondence and learn to make international travel arrangements.

Prerequisite: BOT 101 or BOT 170.
BOT 202 Keyboarding Document Production 3 cr. (2+2P)
Further development of keyboarding speed and accuracy. Production of complex letters, memos, tables, reports and business forms. A speed and accuracy competency requirement must be met.

Prerequisites: BOT 102 and BOT 109, or consent of instructor.
BOT 203 Office Equipment and Procedures I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Office organization, telephone techniques, equipment and supplies, handling meetings, human relations, mail procedures, and travel.

Prerequisites: BOT 213 or CS 110G or consent of instructor.
BOT 205 Microcomputer Accounting I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Introduction to automated accounting systems on microcomputers.

Prerequisite: working knowledge of computers and accounting or consent of instructor.
BOT 206 Microcomputer Accounting II 3 cr. (2+2P)
Microcomputer accounting applications, integrating spreadsheets, word processing, graphics, and database.

Prerequisites: BOT 121 and OECS 215, or consent of instructor.
BOT 207 Machine Transcription 3 cr. (2+2P)
Creating office documents using transcribing equipment and microcomputer software. Emphasis on proofreading, editing and grammar.

Prerequisites: minimum keyboarding of 45 wpm and C or better in BOT 105 or BOT 109 equivalent and BOT 211 or BOT 213.
BOT 208 Medical Office Procedures 3 cr. (2+2P)
Records and procedures as applicable to medical offices.

Prerequisites: BOT 109, BOT 211, and OEHO 120.
BOT 209 Business and Technical Communications 3 cr.
Effective written communication skills and techniques for career success in the work place. Composition of letters, memos, short reports, forms, and proposals, and technical descriptions and directions.

Prerequisites: ENGL 111G and computer keyboarding ability or consent of  instructor.
BOT 211 Information Processing I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Defining and applying fundamental information processing concepts and techniques using the current version of leading software.

Prerequisites: Keyboarding proficiency as demonstrated through completion of BOT 122, BOT 123, and BOT 124-or BOT 101- or equivalent. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits under different subtitles listed in the Schedule of Classes.
BOT 217 PowerPoint Presentations 3 cr.
Comprehensive hands-on approach to learning and applying basic and advanced features of PowerPoint. These include text enhancements, objects, fills, colors, animation, charts, sound, video, and hyperlinks.  Students demonstrate appropriate audience and communication tools to deliver presentations.

Prerequisite: BOT 211, or ability to demonstrate keyboarding and Windows proficiency.
BOT 218 Information Processing II 3 cr. (2+2P)
Advanced information processing techniques using current version of leading software.

Prerequisite: BOT 211 or consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
BOT 221 Cooperative Experience I 1–3 cr.
Student employed at approved work site; supervised and rated by employer and instructor. Each credit requires specified number of hours of on-the-job work experience.

Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Graded S/U. Restricted to BOT majors.
BOT 222 Cooperative Experience II 1–3 cr.
Continuation of BOT 221.

Prerequisites: BOT 221 and consent of instructor. Graded S/U.
BOT 223 Medical Transcription I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Introductory machine transcription for the medical office using medical terminology. Prerequisites: NURS 150 or OEHO 120 or BOT 150, and BIOL 101G/L or OEHO 100 or consent of instructor.
BOT 228 Medical Insurance Billing 3 cr.
Overview of the insurance specialists role and responsibilities. Emphasis on diagnostic and procedural coding and the claims processing cycle.

Prerequisite: NURS 150 or OEHO 120 or BOT 150 and OEHO 100 or BIOL 101G/L and BOT 208 or consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
BOT 233 Advanced Medical Transcription 3 cr.
Builds upon the concepts introduced in Medical Transcription providing greater understanding of how to produce advanced reports of physician dictation with increasing speed and accuracy. Emphasis will be on proofreading and editing of operative reports, patient history and physicals, office notes, labor and delivery reports, consultation reports, discharge summaries, and other medical reports.

Prerequisite: BOT 223.
BOT 244 Tax Preparation 3 cr.
Introduces basic federal and state tax codes for preparing individual income tax returns. Emphasis on use of tax software.

Prerequisite: keyboarding proficiency.
BOT 246 Tax Recertification 1 cr.
Review changes in the tax code and tax software for preparing federal and state individual income tax returns.

Prerequisite: BOT 244. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
BOT 247 Civic Involvement in Tax Preparation 1–3 cr.
Prepare individual tax returns applying current tax code. Each credit requires specific number of volunteer hours at a designated Tax Help New Mexico site.

Prerequisite: BOT 246. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
BOT 248 Medical Coding I 3 cr.
Continuation of BOT 228. Emphasis is on the most recent revisions of ICD-9-CM. In depth study of the ICD-9/10-CM coding conventions and principles.

Prerequisite: BOT 228.
BOT 250 Electronic Office Systems 3 cr. (2+2P)
Management of the electronic office: computers, printers, fax machines, scanners, and copiers. Selecting, using, maintaining, and trouble-shooting office equipment as well as basic networking concepts.

Prerequisite BOT 211.
BOT 255 Special Topics 1–4 cr.
Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes.
BOT 258 Medical Coding II 3 cr.
Continuation of BOT 228, and Medical Coding I. Emphasis is on the most recent revision of ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and DSM-IV. Continued study in the ICD-9/10-CM coding conventions and principles and in depth the CPT-4, HCPCS, and DSM-IV coding convention and principles. Designed as a medical coding capstone course.

Prerequisites: BOT 228 or BOT 248.
BOT 268 Health Information Systems 3 cr.
Applications of systems and policies to health information systems, functions and health care data requests such as administrative, patient registration, personal health record (PHR), lab, radiology, pharmacy, etc.

Prerequisite: OECS 105 or C S 110 or BOT 208.
BOT 270 Business Office Technology Capstone 3 cr. (2+2P)
Refines professional skills learned in the BOT program and ties all BOT coursework together. Students will be prepared to sit for the Certified Professional Secretary and/or Certified Administrative Professional exams.

Prerequisite: BOT 102 or BOT 129, BOT 120, BOT 209, BOT 211; or ENGL 203G, ENGL 218G; or OECS 211.
BOT 298 Independent Study 1–3 cr.
Individual studies directed by consenting faculty with prior approval of department head.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing with 3.0 GPA. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits.

 

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L SC- Library Science
L SC 100. Introduction to Library and Information Services 3 cr.
Orientation to the public library and information field, including history and development, responsibilities of library personnel, types of libraries and services, and technology and trends.
L SC 110 Reference and Information Resources I 3 cr.
Overview of reference services. Introduction to, and evaluation of, basic information resources (both print and electronic) and their application in library and information centers.
L SC 111 Introduction to Information Literacy Electronic Environment 3 cr.
Introduction to the basics of the research process; the organization, location and evaluation of information using print, non-print and electronic resources; and techniques of effective personal information management in a computerized setting. Uses a combination of active and hands-on learning methods as well as lectures.
L SC 120 Introduction to Cataloging and Classification 3 cr.
Introduction to descriptive and subject cataloging, classification schemes, MARC formats, and filing rules.
L SC 130 Introduction to Technical Services in Library & Info. Center 3 cr.
Introduction to technical services in libraries and information centers, including acquisitions, bindery, gifts, and serials.
L SC 140 Multimedia Materials & Presentations in Library and Information Centers 3 cr.
Overview of media formats and equipment. Introduction to desktop publishing, presentations, and web-page creation applications in libraries and information centers.
L SC 145 Marketing Your Library 1 cr.
The process of creating and implementing a marketing plan that focuses on the needs of library patrons.
L SC 150 Library Services for Children and Young Adults 3 cr.
Library services for children and young adults with an overview of materials, programs, and services for this population.
L SC 155 Award Winning Books for Children 1 cr.
A review of book awards and how to integrate award winning books into school curriculum or public school programming.
L SC 160 Introduction to Public Services in Library and Information 3 cr.
Introduction to public services in libraries and information centers, including circulation, inter-library loan, reference media services, special collections, and government documents.
L SC 165 Interacting With the Public in Libraries 1 cr.
Customer service skills and dealing with difficult library patrons.
L SC 168 Managing Library Volunteers 1 cr.
Covers recruitment, training and development, and management of library volunteers.
L SC 170 Library Science Student Organization 1 cr.
Promotes personal growth and leadership development through networking, service, and involvement.

May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Graded S/U.
L SC 175 Civic Involvement in Library Science 1–3 cr.
Involvement in an organized community service project or group with a library or information technology component. Promotes awareness of volunteer and community service opportunities.

May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Graded S/U.
L SC 200 Collection Management and Development in Libraries and
Information Centers 3 cr.
Principles of identifying, selecting, acquiring, managing, and evaluating resources for libraries and information centers.
L SC 201 Public Libraries 3 cr.
A study of the American public library and its place in communities. Topics may include history, philosophy, and standards, operations and procedures, governance, funding, personnel materials, user services, outreach and advocacy.
L SC 202 Academic Libraries 3 cr.
An examination of the functions of the library within the higher education environment. Topics may include history, philosophy, and organization, operations and procedures, governance, funding, personnel, materials, outreach, and user services.
L SC 203 School Library Media Specialist 3 cr.
Principles and practice of managing the school library media center, with an emphasis on its specific educational mission. Collection development, classes and lesson plans, public relations, administrative procedures, and use of technology.
L SC 204 Special Libraries and Information Centers 3 cr.
An examination special libraries and information centers. Topics may include management, user services, technical services, facilities, and types of collections.
L SC 205 Preservation Basics for Libraries 1 cr.
Basic preservation tools and techniques for library sources.
L SC 210 Computer Applications in Library and Information Centers 3 cr.
Overview of computer applications in libraries and information centers, including automated systems and electronic resources; introduction to evaluation and planning of technology.
L SC 220 Computer Applications in Library and Information Centers II 3 cr.
For library and information specialists, provides theory and practice of more specialized knowledge required for those who would like to work as information managers at the level of system administration.
L SC 221 Cooperative Experience I 1–3 cr.
Student is employed in an approved work site and rated by the employer and instructor. Each credit requires a specified number of hours of on the job work experience.

Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Restricted to majors. Graded S/U.
L SC 222 Cooperative Experience II 1–3 cr.
Continuation of L SC 221. Each credit requires specified number of hours of on-the-job work experience.

Prerequisite: L SC 221 and consent of instructor. Restricted to majors. Graded S/U.
L SC 230 Issues and Ethics in Libraries and Information Centers 3 cr.
Discussions of current and continuing challenges to effective library and information service. Topics may include copyright, censorship, intellectual freedom, Internet filtering, problem patrons, security, or other current issues.
L SC 231 Copyright Basics for Libraries 1 cr.
Copyright definitions and ways that copyright may affect library service.
L SC 232 Disaster Planning for Libraries 1 cr.
Preparing for and responding to library disasters.
L SC 233 Library Privacy and Confidentiality 1 cr.
Covers the USA Patriot Act and other laws that apply to library user privacy.
L SC 234 Libraries, Access, and Intellectual Freedom 1 cr.
Philosophical and practical information related to library policies on access.
L SC 235 Library Security and Safety 1 cr.
Strategies for safety and security issues in libraries.
L SC 240 Internet Resources and Research Strategies 3 cr.
Introduction to retrieving and evaluating information found on the Internet and in selected Internet-accessible databases.
L SC 250 Reference and Information Resources II 3 cr.
Evaluation and use of specialized information resources (print and electronic) in areas such as business, law, medicine, the sciences, social sciences, and government documents.
L SC 255 Special Topics 1–3 cr.
Special topics to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.
L SC 260 Advanced Cataloging for the Library Technician 3 cr.
Introduction to cataloging of various non-book formats and use of MARC tags.
L SC 261 Government Documents 1 cr.
An introduction to government documents and the SuDoc classification system.
L SC 262 State and Local Documents 1 cr.
An introduction to state and local documents in library collections.
L SC 265 Cataloging Music Materials 3 cr.
Overview of the basics of cataloging music materials including scores, CD’s, videos, and DVD’s using AACR2 and MARC coding. Designed for the cataloger with little or no music cataloging experience.
L SC 270 Library Science Capstone 3 cr.
A culmination of all technical courses that are required to receive and associate of applied science from the program.
L SC 298 Independent Study 1–3 cr.
Individual studies directed by consenting faculty with prior approval of department chair.

May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.

 

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PL S- Paralegal Studies
PL S 160 Legal System for the Paralegal 3 cr.
Introduction to the court system, administrative agencies, functions of law offices, and professional conduct and legal ethics.
PL S 161 Legal Terminology 3 cr.
Survey of the language of the law that will serve either as an introductory course or as a review course to prepare students for the certification test.
PL S 165 The American Legal System 3 cr.
A study of the American judicial system with a focus on New Mexico’s judicial system; history of Anglo-American law, organization of the modern legal system, and trends in the legal profession.
PL S 170 Paralegal Student Organization 1 cr.
One-credit course for program majors with focus on various aspects of the legal assistant profession. Promotes personal growth and leadership development through community networking and service.

May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits.
PL S 180 Constitutional Law for the Paralegal 3 cr.
Case standing of the law of the Constitution and Bill of Rights with regard to day-to-day applications in the law practice. Documents dealing with constitutional problems in both civil and criminal areas of law will be drafted and discussed.

Prerequisite: PL S 160.
PL S 181 Alternate Dispute Resolution 3 cr.
Survey of the various alternate methods of dispute resolution such as negotiation, mediation, and arbitration.
PL S 190 Criminal Law for the Paralegal 3 cr.
Introduction to federal and state criminal law; criminal proceedings, prosecution and defense, sentencing and appeal.

Prerequisite: PL S 160.
PL S 200 Legal Ethics for the Paralegal 2 cr.
Introduction to ethical dilemmas faced in the workforce and the rules of ethics developed by the American Bar Association, various national paralegal organizations, and the Supreme Court of New Mexico.
PL S 201 Legal Office Procedures I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Same as BOT 201.
PL S 203 Immigration Law 3 cr.
Survey of the basics of immigration law including the rights and obligations of citizenship and the naturalization process.

Prerequisite: PL S 160
PL S 204 Computers in the Law Office 3 cr.
Introduction to and development of vital computer skills for the paralegal professional. Materials and assignments are designed to illustrate commonly used computer applications and procedures encountered in the law office.

Prerequisites: PL S 160 and OECS 105.
PL S 205 Legal and Ethical Issues for the Web 2 cr.
Legal, ethical, copyright, and privacy issues specific to the Internet.
PL S 206 Elder Law 3 cr.
Survey of the various legal areas which impact senior citizens such as Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, age discrimination, estate planning, and residential care.

Prerequisite: PL S 276.
PL S 212 Legal Office Procedures II 3 cr. (2+2P)
Same as BOT 212.

Prerequisite: PL S 201.
PL S 221 Cooperative Experience I 2–4 cr.
Student employed in approved work site; supervised and rated by employer and instructor. Each credit requires specified number of hours of on-the-job work experience.

Prerequisite: PL S 274. Restricted to majors.
PL S 222 Cooperative Experience II 1–3 cr.
Continuation of PL S 221. Each credit requires specified number of hours of on-the-job work experience.

Prerequisite: PL S 221. Restricted to majors.
PL S 231 The Law of Commerce for the Paralegal 3 cr.
Law of agency, commercial paper, personal property, consumer rights. Student will study and draft documents relevant to these fields and consider their application and use in routine law practice.

Prerequisite: PL S 160.
PL S 255 Special Topics 1–4 cr.
Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. 

May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
PL S 264 Real Estate Law 3 cr.
Same as OEBU 264.
PL S 270 Administrative Law for the Paralegal 3 cr.
A study of the substantive law, procedures, and forms involved in practice before governmental agencies including worker’s compensation, social security, employment security, and state and local administrations.

Prerequisite: PL S 160.
PL S 272 Bankruptcy Law for the Paralegal 3 cr.
Individual and corporate bankruptcy; the basic principles and processes of bankruptcy law as a system of debtor relief and debt collection.

Prerequisite: PL S 160.
PL S 274 Legal Research and Writing for the Paralegal I 3 cr.
Legal memoranda, briefs, and pleadings will be prepared and written based on the student’s original research. Research materials and techniques will be identified and studied; introduction of computer usage in legal research.

Prerequisite: PL S 160 and ENGL 111G.
PL S 275 Tort and Insurance for the Paralegal 3 cr.
Primary legal principles of tort and insurance law and means of establishing insurance plans, types of torts and insurance, as well as use of specific forms and procedures relating to these areas.

Prerequisite: PL S 160.
PL S 276 Wills, Trusts, and Probate for the Paralegal 3 cr.
Cases and statutes dealing with wills, trusts, and probate. Emphasis on preparation and drafting of documents and the application of the law and documents to the client’s problems.

Prerequisite: PL S 160.
PL S 277 Family Law for the Paralegal 3 cr.
Methods of conducting client interviews and drafting of pleadings and research relative to families. Laws relating to marriage, divorce, custody, support, adoption, name change, guardianship, and paternity.

Prerequisite: PL S 160.
PL S 278 Litigation for the Paralegal 3 cr.
The law of procedure and evidence will be considered through rules and cases. Case situations will be used to identify and solve problems.

Prerequisite: PL S 160.
PL S 279 Legal Research and Writing for the Paralegal II 3 cr.
Continuation of PL S 274. Advanced training in legal research problems with a focus on analysis, writing, and preparation of sophisticated legal memoranda and documents.

Prerequisite: PL S 274.
PL S 280 Interviewing and Investigation for the Paralegal 3 cr.
Techniques of legal interviewing and investigation with emphasis on development of human relations and communication skills.

Prerequisite: PL S 160.
PL S 298 Independent Study 3 cr.
Individual studies directed by consenting faculty with prior approval by department head.

Prerequisite: PL S 160. May be repeated for maximum of 6 credits. Restricted to majors.

 

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