New Mexico State University - Alamogordo

The Advanced Renewable Energy Systems Certificate is designed for students who intend to become familiar with different aspects of the renewable energy industry. The certificate course work provides the fundamental knowledge of wind power, solar thermal hot water systems, building weatherization and auditing, and renewable energy system troubleshooting.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Renewable Energy Systems Technology is designed for students who intend to enter the alternative energy career field.

The Advanced Renewable Energy Systems Certificate is designed for students who intend to become familiar with different aspects of the renewable energy industry. The certificate course work provides the fundamental knowledge of wind power, solar thermal hot water systems, building weatherization and auditing, and renewable energy system troubleshooting.

The Photo Voltaic (PV) Entry Level Grid Tie Certificate is designed for students who intend to enter the alternative energy workforce or for home owners desiring to install their own residential PV systems.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Renewable Energy Systems Technology is designed for students who intend to enter the alternative energy career field.

Students must complete all University degree requirements, which include: General Education requirements and elective credits to total at least 63 credits. Developmental coursework will not count towards the degree requirements and/or elective credits, but may be needed in order to take the necessary English and Mathematics coursework.

Designed for students who intend to become efficient in the advanced diagnosis of automotive systems to include electrical, engine, drivability, and vehicle computer network control systems.

Designed for students who intend to become efficient in the maintenance and repair associated with the several critical aspects of the automotive industry.

The Associate of Applied Science in Computer Science requires 60 credit hours of study including 29 credit hours of Computer Science. The AAS in CS prepares the student for employment in fields that necessitate critical thinking and computer programming skills. Upon completion, a graduate will be well-qualified for employment in a computer-oriented field. It is possible to transition to the NMSU BA or BS in Computer Science; however, students should review their desired program of study with the Computer Science Subject Matter Mentor.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology is designed to provide training and skills required for employment in the Information Technology (IT) career field. Employment for IT is available from the expanding computer service industry. This industry is one of the nation’s fastest growing employment industries.

The Associate of Applied Science in Computer Science requires 60 credit hours of study including 29 credit hours of Computer Science. The AAS in CS prepares the student for employment in fields that necessitate critical thinking and computer programming skills. Upon completion, a graduate will be well-qualified for employment in a computer-oriented field. It is possible to transition to the NMSU BA or BS in Computer Science; however, students should review their desired program of study with the Computer Science Subject Matter Mentor.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology is designed to provide training and skills required for employment in the Information Technology (IT) career field. Employment for IT is available from the expanding computer service industry. This industry is one of the nation’s fastest growing employment industries.

The Associate of Applied Science in Computer Science requires 60 credit hours of study including 29 credit hours of Computer Science. The AAS in CS prepares the student for employment in fields that necessitate critical thinking and computer programming skills. Upon completion, a graduate will be well-qualified for employment in a computer-oriented field. It is possible to transition to the NMSU BA or BS in Computer Science; however, students should review their desired program of study with the Computer Science Subject Matter Mentor.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology is designed to provide training and skills required for employment in the Information Technology (IT) career field. Employment for IT is available from the expanding computer service industry. This industry is one of the nation’s fastest growing employment industries.

The Associate of Applied Science in Computer Science requires 60 credit hours of study including 29 credit hours of Computer Science. The AAS in CS prepares the student for employment in fields that necessitate critical thinking and computer programming skills. Upon completion, a graduate will be well-qualified for employment in a computer-oriented field. It is possible to transition to the NMSU BA or BS in Computer Science; however, students should review their desired program of study with the Computer Science Subject Matter Mentor.

The Electronics Technology concentration prepares the graduate for an entry-level position in the electronics industry. Employment opportunities include a wide range of careers in research and development, operational support of electronic instrumentation systems, computer and network infrastructures, manufacturing, and communication industries. Electronic technicians develop, manufacture, and service electronic equipment using sophisticated measuring and diagnostic equipment.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology is designed to provide training and skills required for employment in the Information Technology (IT) career field. Employment for IT is available from the expanding computer service industry. This industry is one of the nation’s fastest growing employment industries.

The Associate of Applied Science in Computer Science requires 60 credit hours of study including 29 credit hours of Computer Science. The AAS in CS prepares the student for employment in fields that necessitate critical thinking and computer programming skills. Upon completion, a graduate will be well-qualified for employment in a computer-oriented field. It is possible to transition to the NMSU BA or BS in Computer Science; however, students should review their desired program of study with the Computer Science Subject Matter Mentor.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology is designed to provide training and skills required for employment in the Information Technology (IT) career field. Employment for IT is available from the expanding computer service industry. This industry is one of the nation’s fastest growing employment industries.

The Associate of Applied Science in Computer Science requires 60 credit hours of study including 29 credit hours of Computer Science. The AAS in CS prepares the student for employment in fields that necessitate critical thinking and computer programming skills. Upon completion, a graduate will be well-qualified for employment in a computer-oriented field. It is possible to transition to the NMSU BA or BS in Computer Science; however, students should review their desired program of study with the Computer Science Subject Matter Mentor.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology is designed to provide training and skills required for employment in the Information Technology (IT) career field. Employment for IT is available from the expanding computer service industry. This industry is one of the nation’s fastest growing employment industries.

The Electronics Technology concentration prepares the graduate for an entry-level position in the electronics industry. Employment opportunities include a wide range of careers in research and development, operational support of electronic instrumentation systems, computer and network infrastructures, manufacturing, and communication industries. Electronic technicians develop, manufacture, and service electronic equipment using sophisticated measuring and diagnostic equipment.

The Associate degree in Criminal Justice prepares students for careers in the diverse and challenging field of Criminal Justice including Law Enforcement, Adult Corrections, Juvenile Correction, Adult and Juvenile Probation and Parole, Private Investigations, and Security

The Associate degree in Criminal Justice prepares students for careers in the diverse and challenging field of Criminal Justice including Law Enforcement, Adult Corrections, Juvenile Correction, Adult and Juvenile Probation and Parole, Private Investigations, and Security

The Early Childhood program is designed to prepare highly qualified students to become teachers, assistant teachers, or family day care providers in professional child care for children ages birth through eight years.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals such as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) provide pre-hospital emergency care to individuals who experience a sudden illness, injury, or trauma. They work under protocols approved by a physician medical director to recognize, assess, and manage medical emergencies and transport critically ill or injured patients to acute health care facilities such as hospitals.

Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Paralegal Studies, students may enter the career field and prepare to take the Certified Paralegal Exam offered by the National Association of Legal Assistants. Successful completion of that exam and one year of substantive law-related experience under the supervision of a licensed attorney qualifies the graduate as a paralegal under Rule 20-115(E) of the New Mexico Rules Governing Paralegal Service. The NALA certification is also accepted is many other states.

Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Paralegal Studies, students may enter the career field and prepare to take the Certified Paralegal Exam offered by the National Association of Legal Assistants. Successful completion of that exam and one year of substantive law-related experience under the supervision of a licensed attorney qualifies the graduate as a paralegal under Rule 20-115(E) of the New Mexico Rules Governing Paralegal Service. The NALA certification is also accepted is many other states.

The Associate degree in Social Work is designed to prepare students for careers in social service or community health agencies as paraprofessionals.

The graphic design field is bursting with extremely diverse career possibilities that span all areas of industry including the New Mexico film industry. Today's graphic design courses reflect this new world of visual communication where talented graphic designers are now limited only by their imagination

The graphic design field is bursting with extremely diverse career possibilities that span all areas of industry including the New Mexico film industry. Today's graphic design courses reflect this new world of visual communication where talented graphic designers are now limited only by their imagination

The Certificate of Achievement in Phlebotomy prepares students for employment as a Phlebotomist Technician and includes skills with a bio-psychosocial-cultural approach to client care. The coursework includes class and lab practice prior to practice in the clinical setting consisting of phlebotomy, pre and post analytical considerations, safety and lab maintenance, basic point of care testing and the associated specimen testing.

The San Juan College Surgical Technology program is a collaborative effort to offer the Surgical Technologist program of study to students in Southern New Mexico. Prerequisites can be completed at NMSU-A. After admission to the SJC Surgical Technology program, surgical technologist courses will be completed online and at our employer partners who have agreed to provide their healthcare organizations as a clinical site.