Course Listings - D-E

Drafting Technology | Earth and Planetary Science
Early Childhood Multicultural Education | Economics
Electronic Media/Library Services | Emergency Medical Technician
English | Engineering | Electronic Publishing Technology | Environmental Science

Drafting Technology (DRAFT)

101T Mechanical Drafting I (3)
Lettering Techniques of mechanical drafting, drafting constructions, shape descriptions. Orthographic projection drawings, geometry, sketching, and sectional views.

102T Mechanical Drafting II (3)
A continuation of DRAFT 101T, taking in the drawings of sectioning, intersections, and developments. Dimensioning and Pictorial drawings. Prerequisites: DRAFT 101T and MATH 115.

105T Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting (3)
An entry-level computer aided drafting course. No previous computer experience required. Prerequisite: CONS-T 175 or instructor approval. Fall.

115T Auto CAD Level I (3)
Students build CAD skills, create production drawings, and develop a CAD library of symbols. Prerequisite: DRAFT 105 or instructor approval. Spring.

125T Auto CAD Level II (3)
Students build skills from AUTO CAD I, utilization of software and 3-D drawing concepts. Prerequisites: DRAFT 115T and MATH 115.

135T Auto CAD Level III (3)
Auto CAD Level III is an advanced CAD course. Using Auto CAD software, students continue to build on CAD skills created in Auto CAD Level II. Advanced 3-dimensional drawing and advanced customization. This course is designed for the experienced CAD user who wants a greater understanding of the advanced customizing features of Auto CAD including AutoLisp, macros, and interfacing with other Auto CAD products. Teaches the student advanced 3D and customization of CAD software. Prerequisite: DRAFT 124. Upond demand.

141T Architectural Drafting I (3)
An introductory course in drafting designed to help the student interpret the ideas of others and to express his/her own ideas in an understandable manner through drawings. It will stress the necessary skills and processes used in architectural drafting. The students will have the opportunity to develop their own originality and ingenuity. Taught through classroom and laboratory experiences.

241T Architectural Drafting II (3)
Principles of architectural design and residential/light commercial construction. Development and use of elevations, plans and details for designing and developing residential structures and light commercial, working drawings to include pictorial drawings and portfolio development. Prerequisite: DRAFT 141T and MATH 115.

291T Independent Study (3)
Scholarly research or investigation into an assigned or selected topic. Prerequisite: Chairperson approval.

293T Draft Technical Topics (1-6)
For special course offerings, seminars, and workshops in various areas of drafting. It will be taught on an as needed basis. Upon demand.

295T Practicum (3-9)
An individualized course of study within the psychomotor domain. Prerequisite: Chairperson approval. Spring, Fall.

Earth and Planetary Science (E&PS)

101 How the Earth Works-An Introduction to Geology (3)
A fascinating tour of our active planet. Explore earth's materials (rocks and minerals), the continents' motions and related origins of earthquakes, volcanoes, mountain building, oceans, landscapes, natual energy and economic resources, global warming and other topics. Students are encouraged but not required to enroll concurrently in 105L. Prerequisite: None. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

102L Historical Geology (3)
Origin and history of the earth including age of the planet and dating of rocks, changing configurations of oceans and continents as a result of plate tectonics, records or climate change, history of formation and erosion of mountain chains, origin and evolution of life and causes of extinction. Required field trip and lab exercises permit understanding of how Earth history is interpreted from the geologic rock record. Prerequisite: E&PS 101; pre- or co-requisite 105L. Upon demand. (Main campus course).

105L Pysical Geology Laboratory (1)
Minerals, rocks, and topographic and geologic maps; field trips. Co-requisite: 101. 2 hours lab. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

110 Topics in the Earth Sciences
(Short Topics in E&PS.) (1-3 to a maximum of 3) (1 to a maximum of 3) An eight-to 16- week course on selected topics relating directly to the human experience, e.g., volcanoes, extinctions, weather, earthquakes, New Mexico's water, soils, nuclear hazards, geomagnetism, Albuquerque field geology, and the Geology of everyday Life. Fall, Spring.

201L, [102L] Earth History [Historical Geology] (4) Elrick, Smith
Origin and history of the earth including age of the planet and dating of rocks, changing configurations of oceans and continents as a result of plate tectonics, records of climate change, history of formation and erosion of mountain chains, origin and evolution of life and causes of extinction. Required filed trip and lab exercises permit understanding of how Earth history is interpreted from the geologic rock record. Prerequisite: 101 or Env Sc 101; pre- or co-requisite: 105L or Env Sc 102L. Fall, Spring.

250 Geology of New Mexico (3)
Description of geologic features including structures, land forms, and mineral resources of New Mexico. For Earth Science teachers at high schools and junior high schools. Prerequisite: E&PS 101. (Main campus course)

Early Childhood Multicultural Education (ECME)

105 Child Growth and Development (3)
The basic course in growth and development of young children, pre-birth through age eight, will provide students with the foundation for becoming a competent early childhood professional and knowledge of how young children develop and learn. Major theories of child development will be integrated with all aspects of development including psychosocial, physical/motor, cognition, language, and literacy of both typical and atypical children. During the first eight years of life, children are establishing crucial foundations for later learning an development. The importance of these years will be presented from and ecological context of family, school, community, and society. Developmentally appropriate practice, ethical responsibility, the role of advocacy, and the need for continuing study will be emphasized throughout the class.

106 Observation of Young Children (1)
Students will observe in an approved early childhood setting to promote practical application of lecture and text material of ECME 105. Must be taken with ECME 105.

107 Learning Environments for the Early Childhood (3)
This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to set up and maintain safe, healthy, multicultural learning environments, both indoors and outdoors, for children ages birth to eight years, developing typically and atypically. Students learn to create and manage a learning environment that emphasizes play, active manipulation of concrete materials, child choice and decision making, exploration of the environment and interaction with others. In addition, promoting good health, nutrition, and providing an environment that contributes to the prevention of illnesses will be discussed.

108/110 Early Childhood Practicum I & II (2)
Students work in an approved early childhood setting 4 hours a week, enabling them to practice competencies learned through course work and texts. Students will interact with culturally and developmentally diverse children and programs; interview parents; plan, develop, and implement appropriate curriculum plans; and evaluate their personal teaching strategies. Prerequisites: ECME 105 and 106.

109 Learning Environments for Early Childhood II (3)
This introductory curriculum course for young children will focus on planning, analyzing, and evaluating materials, equipment, activities, and approaches used in providing learning experiences for groups of children ages birth through third grade. Students will examine developmentally appropriate practices for early childhood programs and apply these theories to actual curriculum planning, appropriate activities, and supportive materials. The course will include guidelines for appropriate curriculum content and assessment of programs serving children ages birth through age 8. During the semester, students will have opportunities to read, study, discuss, plan, and try out new ideas.

113 Guidance of the Young Child (3)
This class explores various theories of child guidance and the practical application of each. It provides developmentally appropriate methods for guiding children and effective strategies and suggestions for preventing and handling classroom discipline problems. Positive discipline strategies for dealing with violence, aggression, anger, and stress will be explored. Emphasis is placed on helping children become self-responsible, competent, independent, and cooperative learners.

119 Emerging Literacy (3)
This course provides basic knowledge for promoting young children's language, literacy, investigative, and problem solving abilities with a developmental emphasis. The languages and cultures of the children are viewed as resources.

203 Introduction to the Early Childhood Professions (4)
The general purpose of this course is to provide students with a broad based overview of the early childhood field. This course will focus on students' opportunities to explore a variety of models of early childhood care and education programs in multicultural settings that include children developing typically and atypically. In addition, students will participate in a practicum at three different sites serving children birth to three, three to five, and five to eight.

205 Individual and Family Diversity (3)
This course will focus on individual and family diversity as well as social and community diversity. Diversity in a variety of areas, including abilities, ethnicity, gender, and social class, will be addressed. Prerequisites: ECME 107 and 109.

207 Diversity in Early Childhood Programs and Assessment (2)
This course will focus on appropriate programming and assessment of typical and atypical young children, the role of parents in designing programs for young children, the role of assessment in the development of curricula, and the role of culture and language in the assessment process.

220 Teaching Young Children in Multicultural Classrooms (3)
This course is designed to assist learners to develop and teach a multicultural curriculum for young children. It will also address the issues of diversity and the importance of family and community involvement.

225 Administering Programs for Young Children (3)
This course is designed to enable learners to design and implement programs for young children. It also will focus on the crafting of a resource management program and the use of technology. Prerequisite: ECME 105, 203.

305 Working with Diverse Children in Educational & Child Care Settings (7)
A course focusing on diversity of both families and children, development as it pertains to learning, teaching, and the role of research and evaluation in early childhood settings.

315 Public Policy, Leadership, Ethics and Reform in ECE (3)
A course focusing on policy issues, advocacy, and leadership in early childhood education.

325 The Social, Political, and Cultural Contexts of Children and Families (7)
This course focuses on the cultural contexts in which children and their families live and develop. Its main goal is to help students bridge the gap between their own cultures and the cultures of the children they will teach.

404 Infants and Toddlers in Early Childhood Programs (7)
An integrated interdisciplinary block focusing on working with children birth to three. Includes infant development, family interaction, developmentally and culturally appropriate practice, technology, and assessment/evaluation. Co-requisite 404L.

404L Infant and Toddler Practicum (2)
A laboratory to be taken as a co-requisite to 404. Applies knowledge and concepts from 404 related to care and early education in programs for children birth to three years.

414 Pre-Primary Children in Early Childhood Programs (7)
An integrated interdisciplinary block focusing on working with children aged three to five. Includes childhood development, practice, technology and assessment/evaluation. Co-requisite: 414L.

414L Pre-Primary Practicum (2)
A laboratory to be taken as a co-requisite to 414. Applies knowledge and concepts from 414 related to care and early education in programs for children aged three to five.

424 Primary Practicum (2)
An integrated interdisciplinary block focusing on working with children aged five to eight. Includes child development, family interaction, developmentally and culturally appropriate practice, technology, and assessment/evaluation. Co-requisite: 424L.

424L Primary Practicum (2)
A laboratory to be taken as a co-requisite to 424. Applies knowledge and concepts from 424 related to care and educational programs for children aged five to eight.

434 Student Teaching I (Age Birth-3) (6)
Teaching in programs for children birth to three years. 8 weeks from 8:00 am-4:00 pm Monday-Friday plus seminar.

435 Student Teaching II (Age 3-5) (6)
Teaching in programs for children aged three to five. 8 weeks from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday, plus seminar.

436 Student Teaching III (Age 5-8) (6)
Teaching in programs for children ages five to eight years, 8 weeks from 8:00 am-4:00 pm, Monday-Friday, plus seminar.

Economics (ECON)

105 Introductory Macroeconomics (3)
Prerequisites for UNMG students: READ100 or Compass>=71. IS-E 100. Math 118. Economics on a national scale: determination of national income, employment level, inflation, and impact of policies affecting money supply, interest rates and government programs. Current macroeconomic issues and problems. Prerequisite for most upper upper-division courses. (Main campus course)

106 Introductory Microeconomics (3)
Prerequisites for UNMG students: READ100 or Compass>=71. IS-E 100. Math 118. Exploration of individual consumer behavior, production decisions by the firm, and supply and demand relationships in the marketplace. Examination of the international dimension of production and consumption choices. Prerequisite for most upper upper-division courses. (Main campus course)

204 Origins and Development of Economic Ideas (3)
Introduction to economic ideas, theories and models. Emphasis is on foundations of economic analysis, history of economic ideas, development of economic models and economic behavior of individuals, groups, businesses and organizations. (Main campus course)

212 Capital Markets and Personal Investment (3)
Investment options available to the individual will be analyzed in terms of economic theories of capital markets. Risk, value, returns and portfolio analysis. (Main campus course).

239 Economic Status of Race and Gender (3)
Examines economic situation of women and minorities in the United States. Explores effects of race, gender and ethnicity on the economic performance of workers and evaluates various strategies for social change. (Main campus course)

Electronic Media/Library Services (EM/LS)

101T Introduction to Library Services (3)
Provides a broad introductory view of the various types of libraries from a historical, philosophical, and ethical perspective. The course will acquaint students with basic library vocabulary, operational procedures and resources. Pre/co-requisites: Permission of the Instructor.

103T Reference and The Research Process (3)
This course is an introduction to services provided in libraries including circulation, reference, reader's services, curriculum support, special programming and the research process. The course will acquaint students with reference interview, various types of reference sources including the Internet and various electronic databases. Pre/co-requisites: Permission of the instructor of EM/LS 101

201T Cataloguing Basics for Schools and Small Public Libraries (3)
The course will acquaint students with basic concepts of cataloguing, emphasizing Dewey Classification and Sears Subject Headings, while providing a broad overview of Library of Congress Classification and LC Subject Headings. Pre/co-requisites: Permission of the instructor.

202T Children's and YA Literature in the Library (3)
The course will acquaint students with Children's and Young Adult Literature in school and public libraries. Emphasis will be on the presentation, evaluation, and selection of Young Adult and Children's literature for the library. Pre/co-requisites: Permission of the instructor.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

101 Emergency Medical Technician (6)
This U.S.D.O.T. EMT course is designed specifically for ambulance personnel who have access to specialized vehicles equipped with specialized items of equipment. The course content trains ambulance personnel to recognize and treat patients with life-threatening emergencies at the scene and in transport utilizing the specialized vehicle and specialized items of equipment. Prerequisite for EMT-I and paramedic training. (Main campus course)

102 Basic Refresher (1)
A required course for emergency medical technicians to maintain state licensure that reviews current trends and treatment techniques of emergency care. (Main campus course)

English (ENGL)

NOTE: According to UNM policy, students may only enroll in one course within the sequence per semester.

098T Language Skills I (3)
Prerequisite: None. This course combines skills in the language arts including reading, basic writing in several genres, discussion, editing and proofreading. The course instills the rudiments of successful college habits and techniques of study in a supportive atmosphere. Reserved for students whose primary language is not English. (Cr/Nc) Fall, Spring.

099T Language Skills II (3)
Prerequisite: See the College Learning Center. This course combines skills in the language arts including reading, basic writing in several genres, discussion, editing and proofreading. This course instills the rudiments of successful college habits and techniques of study in a supportive atmosphere. Reserved for students whose communications skills are not second-language related. (Cr/Nc) Fall, Spring.

100 (ISE) Essay Writing (3)
This course introduces the essay writing process, but concentrates on the grammatical and structural processes behind the essay, including punctuation, sentence formation, paragraph formation, and conventional usage. (Cr/Nc) Fall, Spring.

101 Composition I: Exposition (3)
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of IS-E100 or verbal ACT of 19 or SAT of 450. Expository writing and reading. Concentrates on organizing and supporting ideas in writing. Fall, Spring. (Main campus course)

102 Composition II: Analysis and Argument (3)
Prerequisite: C or better in 101 or verbal ACT of 29 or verbal SAT of 650. Intensive practice writing analytic and argumentative essays based on expository and literary readings. Some research required. Fall, Spring. (Main campus course)

119T Technical Communications (3)
Alternative semesters. Introductory study of written and verbal communications for students in Associate Degree programs. Covers descriptive and process analysis, informal reports and proposals, short logs and reports for lab and fieldwork, basic production of graphics, letter writing and oral presentation. This course does not satisfy Freshman English requirements (i.e. ENGL 100, 101, or 102) nor does it substitute for ENGL 219. ENGL 119 is limited to students in Associate Degree Programs.

150 The Study of Literature (3)
Alternative semesters. An introduction to the study and appreciation of literature for non-English majors. Shows how understanding writers techniques increases the enjoyment of their works; relates these techniques to literary conventions; teaches recognition, analysis, discussion of important themes. Does not satisfy Freshman composition requirement (i.e. ENGL 100, 101, 102). Upon demand. (Main campus course)

206 Topics in Popular Literature (3)
Alternative semesters. Reading and analysis of popular literary forms such as the spy novel, the detective novel, science fiction, best sellers, and fantasy. Summer. (Main campus course)

211 Topics in Literature (3)
Prerequisite: 150 Alternative semesters. Surveys a specific type or area of literature; e.g. the American novel, the satiric novel, southern fiction, the western novel, American poetry, feminist literature, Chicano literature, Native American literature, Afro-American literature, Medieval and Viking literature. Primarily for non-majors. (Main campus course)

219 Technical and Professional Writing (3)
Prerequisite: 102 Alternative semesters. Practice in the writing and editing of technical, engineering and scientific reports and articles. (Main campus course)

220 Expository Writing (3)
Prerequisite: 102 or its equivalent. Alternative semesters. An intermediate course with emphasis on rhetorical types, structure, and style. (Main campus course)

221 Creative Writing: Prose Fiction (3)
Prerequisite 101 or its equivalent. Alternative semesters. (Main campus course)

222 Creative Writing: Poetry (3)
Prerequisite 101 or its equivalent. Alternative semesters. (Main campus course)

240 Traditional Grammar (3)
A study of the basic analysis of English sentences offered by traditional grammar. The course presents terminology and methods for identifying parts of speech, functional units of sentences, and basic sentence patterns. Spring. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

250 The Analysis of Literature (3)
Prerequisite: 102 or its equivalent. Alternative semesters. First course required of all English majors. Concentrates on methods of literary analysis and critical writing. (Main campus course)

270 An Introduction to Modern Literature (3)
Alternative semesters. An introduction to American and European literature of the 20th century, concentrating on such major authors as Eliot, Faulkner, Fitzgerald, Yeats, Joyce, Ibsen, Camus and Chekov. (Main campus course)

296 American Literature (3)
Alternative semesters. A general survey to the present. Especially recommended for English majors. (Main campus course)

298 Workshop in Literature or Writing (1-3)
Upon demand. Various topics in literature, grammar, advanced writing, stylistic or rhetoric. Intensive study. Topics vary. (Main campus course)

Engineering (ENGR-F)

116 Introduction to Engineering (1-3 to a maximum of 6)
Description of the engineering profession, orientation to engineering education, introduction to the engineering design process. Does not count toward degree credit in the College of Arts and Science or in the School of Engineering. 2 hrs. lecture and demonstrations. Upon demand.

200 Technology in Society (3)
This is an introduction to the ways in which technology shapes the world--and is itself shaped by society, culture, politics, economics and history. Topics include industrialization, technological changes, cultural impact, environmental policies, and social and ethical responsibilities.

Electonic Publishing Technology (EPT)

101T Introduction to the Macintosh Computer (3)
Introduces students to basic functions of the Apple Macintosh computer through the use of selected application software. Topics include opening, saving and printing documents, copying and pasting information, networking, and computer-related health issues.

110T Introduction to Graphic Design (3)
An introductory level course designed to familiarize students with the principles governing good design as it applies to visual communication. Students are acquainted with the history and evolution of graphic design, as well as the terminology and processes necessary to produce printed material in a computer-based design studio environment.

111T Digital Image Editing I (3)
Prerequisites: EPT 101T (C or better), Pre- or Co-requisite: 110T (C or better). Introduces the concepts and techniques employed in the electronic manipulation of digital images. The course features the use of Adobe Photoshop software. Students are guided by a step-by-step tutorial.

171T Web Publishing I (3)
Prerequisite: EPT 101T (C or better), Pre- or Co-requisite: 110T (C or better), BUS-TC 122T or permission of instructor. An introductory level course designed to familiarize students with basic concepts of electronic page design, creation, and publication. Focuses on the use of Adobe PageMill (an Internet authoring tool) to create web pages, preparing photos and graphics for web pages using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. Basic usage of HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) is covered as well.

212T Digital Image Editing II (3)
Prerequisites: EPT 111T. This course builds on the skills developed in EPT 111T. Topics include scanning, masking and selection techniques, formatting files for export to page layout programs, object layering, and the retouching of photographic images.

221T Prepress, Production and Printing (3)
Prerequisites: 101T, 110T, 111T, 131T or 232T, 141T or 242T (all with grade of C or better) or permission of instructor. Covers the principles and techniques of prepress, production and commercial printing. Students are involved in prepress and production of the Red Mesa Review to individual projects. Establishes familiarity with trade customs of the printing industry for the graphic designer.

232T Page Layout II (3)
Prerequisites: EPT 131T, 101T, 110T and 280T (C or better). Building on skills developed in EPT 131T, this course elaborates on concepts essential to professional page design.

242T Computer Illustration II (3)
Prerequisites: EPT 141T. This course teaches more advanced techniques of computer design and illustration. Topics include the use of filters for stylistic effect, trapping techniques, color separations, and the conversion of continuous tone images to line art.

245T 3-D Illustration (3)
Prerequisite: EPT 213T, EPT 243T. An advanced examination of the principles and techniques of 3-D computer illustration. Topics include rendering of bitmapped and Postscript artwork, lathing, extruding, texture mapping and the creation of animated sequences for use in multimedia presentations.

260 Digital Video I (3)
Prerequisites: EPT 101T, 110T, 111T, 151T (all with C or better) or permission of instructor. Introduces students to digital video communication, including video capture, editing, and playback of digital movies. Hands-on experience with Adobe Premiere software, and discussion of the role of this new medium.

280T Typography (3)
Prerequisites: EPT 141T. Examines the role of type in contemporary graphic design. Students use professional font design software to create their own typefaces. Topics include techniques for managing font libraries, cross-platform font transfer and font customization.

281T Portfolio Development (3)
Designed to assist students in preparing a portfolio of their work for professional presentation. Course work covers traditional and electronic portfolio development and presentation, as well as refining design and technical skills.

291T Independent Study (1-3)
Permission of instructor required. Designed for students who wish to work on an independent study project outside the realm of regular course work.

293T Topics (1-3)
Courses on a variety of topics are offered according to need and interest in order to explore emerging technologies in the area of graphics communications. Different section numbers indicate different topics. Upon demand.

295T Practicum (3-6)
An individualized course of study for the student to develop a particular area of interest in Electronic Publishing and produce a portfolio of work. Consultation with the Department Chair required.

296T Internship (3)
Prerequisites: EPT 101T, 110T, 111T, 131T or 232T, 141T or 242T (all with C or better) or permission from instructor. Repeatable one time for maximum of 6 credits. A culminating course in which the student will gain work experience in a business, institution, or education facility in the Gallup area. The internship could be, (but not limited to) work with: graphic design company, print shop, advertising agency, publisher, museum (interpretative displays), and computer instructional aide.

Environmental Science

101 The Blue Planet. (Earth's Environment and Global Change) (3)
To understand global change and environmental concerns, this course weaves together an understanding of Earth's lithosphere, atmosphere and oceans and how ecosystems are linked to the physical environment. Students are encouraged but not required to enroll concurrently in 102L. Credit not awarded for both 101 and E&PS 101.

102L The Blue Planet Laboratory (1)
Introductory environmental earth science laboratory. Includes minerals, rocks and rock cycle, topographic maps, local geology and groundwater, weath end climate. Credit not awarded for both 101 and E&PS 101. Pre- or corequisite: 101