New Mexico State University - Dona Ana

The Drafting and Design Technologies Program provides students with a strong foundation in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), Architecture/Design, and relevant theory and concepts necessary to become successful in various related fields. These fields include

Architecture,
Architectural Technology,
Civil/Survey Technology,and
Mechanical Drafting and Solid Modeling.

The Drafting and Design Technologies Program provides students with a strong foundation in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), Architecture/Design, and relevant theory and concepts necessary to become successful in various related fields. These fields include

Architecture,
Architectural Technology,
Civil/Survey Technology,and
Mechanical Drafting and Solid Modeling.

The Drafting and Design Technologies Program provides students with a strong foundation in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), Architecture/Design, and relevant theory and concepts necessary to become successful in various related fields. These fields include

Architecture,
Architectural Technology,
Civil/Survey Technology,and
Mechanical Drafting and Solid Modeling.

The Certificate of Completion in Basic Residential Wiring prepares students for entry-level employment in the residential wiring field, including basic residential wiring procedures and practices.

The Drafting and Design Technologies Program provides students with a strong foundation in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), Architecture/Design, and relevant theory and concepts necessary to become successful in various related fields. These fields include

Architecture,
Architectural Technology,
Civil/Survey Technology,and
Mechanical Drafting and Solid Modeling.

The Drafting and Design Technologies Program provides students with a strong foundation in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), Architecture/Design, and relevant theory and concepts necessary to become successful in various related fields. These fields include

Architecture,
Architectural Technology,
Civil/Survey Technology,and
Mechanical Drafting and Solid Modeling.

The climate in New Mexico creates a demand for skilled technicians in both heating and cooling because people prefer to live and work in comfort. Every new home, hospital, university building, shopping mall, or office complex requires installation mechanics, service technicians, operating engineers, maintenance foremen, and trained crews to keep complex environmental systems operating efficiently.

The climate in New Mexico creates a demand for skilled technicians in both heating and cooling because people prefer to live and work in comfort. Every new home, hospital, university building, shopping mall, or office complex requires installation mechanics, service technicians, operating engineers, maintenance foremen, and trained crews to keep complex environmental systems operating efficiently.

The climate in New Mexico creates a demand for skilled technicians in both heating and cooling because people prefer to live and work in comfort. Every new home, hospital, university building, shopping mall, or office complex requires installation mechanics, service technicians, operating engineers, maintenance foremen, and trained crews to keep complex environmental systems operating efficiently.

The Certificate of Completion in Plumbing prepares a student with the skills for entry-level employment in the plumbing field, including basic residential plumbing procedures and practices.

All students who complete the certificate or associate degree will graduate as certified welders in one or more welding processes on steel, stainless steel, and/or aluminum. (It is important to note that, although some local welding jobs may not currently require certification, nearly all welding jobs nationwide do require it.) DACC welding instructors are well known nationally and have many job contacts in the United States.

All students who complete the certificate or associate degree will graduate as certified welders in one or more welding processes on steel, stainless steel, and/or aluminum. (It is important to note that, although some local welding jobs may not currently require certification, nearly all welding jobs nationwide do require it.) DACC welding instructors are well known nationally and have many job contacts in the United States.

Electromechanical automation and manufacturing is an evolving, high-tech field, with applications in such areas as aerospace, food processing, and the pharmaceutical industry. It offers some of the highest salaries in the industrial sector, along with ample opportunities for rapid advancement. Automation and manufacturing technicians are responsible for production operation, as well as equipment monitoring, adjustment, maintenance, and repair in both routine and emergency situations.

Electromechanical automation and manufacturing is an evolving, high-tech field, with applications in such areas as aerospace, food processing, and the pharmaceutical industry. It offers some of the highest salaries in the industrial sector, along with ample opportunities for rapid advancement. Automation and manufacturing technicians are responsible for production operation, as well as equipment monitoring, adjustment, maintenance, and repair in both routine and emergency situations.

Students in the Electronics Technology program learn using state-of-the-art equipment and instrumentation. They work and train in spacious, modern laboratories similar to those used in industry. Students have the opportunity to analyze and troubleshoot actual problems while learning from knowledgeable and experienced instructors.

Students in the Electronics Technology program learn using state-of-the-art equipment and instrumentation. They work and train in spacious, modern laboratories similar to those used in industry. Students have the opportunity to analyze and troubleshoot actual problems while learning from knowledgeable and experienced instructors.

The Automotive Technology program at Doña Ana Community College is certificated by NATEF/ASE (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation/Automotive Service Excellence) and is designed to prepare the student for an entry-level position as a line technician, shop foreman, service writer, service manager, or business owner. Completing courses, certificates, and/or degrees from an NATEF certified school will enhance students’ ability to gain employment as well as better prepare them to become NATEF certified.

The Automotive Technology program at Doña Ana Community College is certificated by NATEF/ASE (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation/Automotive Service Excellence) and is designed to prepare the student for an entry-level position as a line technician, shop foreman, service writer, service manager, or business owner. Completing courses, certificates, and/or degrees from an NATEF certified school will enhance students’ ability to gain employment as well as better prepare them to become NATEF certified.

Doña Ana Community College provides training for firefighting personnel through its Fire Science Technology program, which is accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). Students will receive training in the basic concepts of firefighting and will participate in live evolution that will give them real experience in the firefighting career field. This program provides classroom instruction leading to an associate of applied science degree in fire science technology or a certificate of completion in firefighting. It is suited to those who are new to the field, as well as incumbent firefighters.

This program provides classroom instruction leading to an associate of applied science degree in fire science technology or a certificate of completion in firefighting. It is suited to those who are new to the field, as well as incumbent firefighters.

While the primary mission of corrections is protection of the public, many officers are involved in the treatment, education, and reintegration of offenders. These officers may find employment as wardens, jail administrators, program coordinators and counselors, public information officers, correctional trainers, case managers, probation/parole officers, corrections officers, detention officers or other related careers.

The Corrections and Law Enforcement programs provide classroom instruction leading to an associate of applied science degree in the fields of corrections or law enforcement. These programs provide courses to prepare for entry-level careers in agencies at the local, state, and federal levels, as well as private agencies. Some of the career areas available to graduates are law enforcement, private security and related services, adult and juvenile corrections, probation and parole, law, and others.

The Corrections and Law Enforcement programs provide classroom instruction leading to an associate of applied science degree in the fields of corrections or law enforcement. These programs provide courses to prepare for entry-level careers in agencies at the local, state, and federal levels, as well as private agencies. Some of the career areas available to graduates are law enforcement, private security and related services, adult and juvenile corrections, probation and parole, law, and others.

These programs provide courses to prepare for entry-level careers in agencies at the local, state, and federal levels, as well as private agencies. Some of the career areas available to graduates are law enforcement, private security and related services, adult and juvenile corrections, probation and parole, law, and others.

This New Mexico Early Childhood Administrator’s Certificate indicates completion of the early childhood professional courses (approximately 29 credits) within the associate degree program’s transfer module. Upon completion of the DACC Certification, the Early Childhood Administrator Certificate is issued by the New Mexico Office of Child Development. For more information, contact the Office of Child Development at (505) 827-7946 or 1-800-832-1321.

The Early Childhood Education associate degree program is designed to prepare students to become highly qualified teachers, assistant teachers, or family day care providers in professional child care for children ages birth through eight years. Students will gain a broad understanding of the specific needs of young children and develop strategies for meeting those needs. They may choose to continue their education at any four-year institution in New Mexico.

At each EMS program level, students gain additional knowledge and skills to enable them to function in the clinical and field settings with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. In classes, students learn about anatomy and physiology, the pathophysiology of diseases, traumatic injuries, pharmacology, and cardiac care. Students acquire skills through laboratory practice, clinical experience in hospitals, and field experience with ambulance services throughout the state.

At each EMS program level, students gain additional knowledge and skills to enable them to function in the clinical and field settings with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. In classes, students learn about anatomy and physiology, the pathophysiology of diseases, traumatic injuries, pharmacology, and cardiac care. Students acquire skills through laboratory practice, clinical experience in hospitals, and field experience with ambulance services throughout the state.

At each EMS program level, students gain additional knowledge and skills to enable them to function in the clinical and field settings with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. In classes, students learn about anatomy and physiology, the pathophysiology of diseases, traumatic injuries, pharmacology, and cardiac care. Students acquire skills through laboratory practice, clinical experience in hospitals, and field experience with ambulance services throughout the state.

At each EMS program level, students gain additional knowledge and skills to enable them to function in the clinical and field settings with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. In classes, students learn about anatomy and physiology, the pathophysiology of diseases, traumatic injuries, pharmacology, and cardiac care. Students acquire skills through laboratory practice, clinical experience in hospitals, and field experience with ambulance services throughout the state.

At each EMS program level, students gain additional knowledge and skills to enable them to function in the clinical and field settings with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. In classes, students learn about anatomy and physiology, the pathophysiology of diseases, traumatic injuries, pharmacology, and cardiac care. Students acquire skills through laboratory practice, clinical experience in hospitals, and field experience with ambulance services throughout the state.

The Certificate of Completion in Basic Solar prepares a student with the skills for entry-level employment in the field of basic solar panel installation and construction related solar energy applications.

The Environmental and Energy Technologies Program provides students with a strong foundation in Solar Technology or Energy Technology along with relevant theory and concepts necessary to become successful in these fields. Within each technology emphasis, certificates are designed to be “stackable” and transferable into the associate of applied science degree allowing students to tailor their studies to their own interest and career goals.

This program is designed to provide students with a well-rounded curriculum that encompasses both lecture and hands-on laboratory exercises. Some of the certificates and the degree may assist students in preparation for nationally recognized credentials within those disciplines.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

The program also offers certificates in specialized areas such as creative media, commercial photography, digital audio, digital graphics, digital video, web design, graphics and animation, game design, and film-crew training.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is the discipline of using integrated computer-based systems to solve real world problems. At DACC, students can specialize in cybersecurity, data analytics, database design/management, programming, network infrastructure, information security, server administration, systems analysis, and web development.

The Culinary Arts program trains chefs, pastry chefs, cooks, and bakers for positions in restaurants, resorts, institutions, cruise lines, hotels, and any venue where quality food is prepared. Working in state-of-the-art culinary laboratories, students learn, experiment, create, and define the future of gastronomy in our region.

Dental assisting is both a challenging and a rewarding profession. Dental assistants are people who like helping others, enjoy working closely with patients and other members of the dental team. They tend to like working with their hands. In fact, assistants frequently are relied on as the dentist’s “other set of hands.” Thus constantly challenging the dental assistant to expand and grow their knowledge and skill sets.

A dental hygienist is a vital member of a team of dental professionals dedicated to improving oral health and supporting the general health of individuals and groups. As licensed professionals, dental hygienists provide educational, clinical, and therapeutic services and may be involved in research, administration, client/patient advocacy, marketing or consulting. Dental hygienists may practice in a variety of settings such as private dental offices, public health facilities, schools, nursing homes and hospitals. They may also work in correctional facilities, business and industry and other settings.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program offers a certificate track for students who already possess an associate degree in a medically related, allied healthcare program or a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

The associate degree track is designed for those who do not meet the entrance requirements for the certificate-track program. Once accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program the curriculum for certificate and associate degree pathways is identical .

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will have numerous options. Job prospects for HIT professionals are very good because their skills are necessary throughout the entire healthcare industry. Typical work settings are physician practices, hospitals, managed care organizations, long-term care facilities, behavioral health facilities, ambulatory care facilities, rehabilitation centers, home healthcare providers, pharmaceutical companies, insurance companies, consulting and law firms, skilled nursing facilities, and federal and state governmental agencies.

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will have numerous options. Job prospects for HIT professionals are very good because their skills are necessary throughout the entire healthcare industry. Typical work settings are physician practices, hospitals, managed care organizations, long-term care facilities, behavioral health facilities, ambulatory care facilities, rehabilitation centers, home healthcare providers, pharmaceutical companies, insurance companies, consulting and law firms, skilled nursing facilities, and federal and state governmental agencies.

This certificate program provides an option for those desiring to begin working as licensed practical nurses before finishing the Associate Degree Nursing Program (ADN) program. The certificate curriculum consists of the first two semesters of the ADN program and NURS 224 Maternal Child Nursing. Students must pass a PN exit exam selected by the faculty to qualify for the LPN certificate.

Because today’s business world is constantly being transformed by new information processing technologies, employment opportunities in office careers are on the rise. The smooth functioning of today’s automated office depends on the support of well-trained administrative, bookkeeping, and medical office assistants.

Graduates of the Patient Care Technician certificate program may work in a variety of settings, including long-term and acute-care facilities, private homes, clinics, and home care agencies. In most cases, the work involves providing personal care for patients and support services such as drawing blood, operating specialized equipment, and furnishing the results of diagnostic procedures.

Nursing assistants perform basic nursing functions involving patient care, working under the supervision of a registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, or physician. In general, nursing assistants attend to matters related to personal hygiene, safety, nutrition, exercise, and elimination. Maintaining patient comfort is a priority. Upon successfully completing the course, the student is eligible to take the state nursing assistant exam to become certified as a nursing assistant.

Students in the Radiologic Technology program receive training both in the classroom and in clinical settings, where they work alongside nurses, physicians, and other health-care professionals. In the classroom, students learn about the anatomy and function of the human body, radiographic physics and equipment, and radiographic procedures. Students acquire skills in radiation protection for the patient and for the health professional.

The Respiratory Therapy program at Doña Ana Community College is a full-time program that leads to an associate of applied science degree. Through classroom instruction and laboratory practice, students develop the knowledge needed to care for patients. They acquire additional hands-on experience in the clinical setting at surrounding hospitals.

The program in Creative Media Technology has been developed in response to all of these needs. It provides a strong but versatile foundation by merging design and digital media into an exciting course of study. The program brings together various dynamic technologies, including print media, web design, multimedia, digital photography, animation, and digital film. Because the field is extremely varied, the CMT program offers a number of pathways.

The program also offers certificates in specialized areas such as creative media, commercial photography, digital audio, digital graphics, digital video, web design, graphics and animation, game design, and film-crew training.

The program also offers certificates in specialized areas such as creative media, commercial photography, digital audio, digital graphics, digital video, web design, graphics and animation, game design, and film-crew training.

The Digital Graphics degree emphasizes graphic design, print media, and web design, but also includes fundamentals in animation, multimedia, and digital film.

The program also offers certificates in specialized areas such as creative media, commercial photography, digital audio, digital graphics, digital video, web design, graphics and animation, game design, and film-crew training.