Course Listings - N-P

Native American Studies | Natural Science | Navajo
Nursing | Nutrition | Physical Education for the Non-Professional
Physical Education for the Profession | Pharmacology | Philosophy
Physics | Political Science | Psychology

Native American (NAS)

150 Introduction to Native American Studies (3)
Examines the unique aspects of tribalism and provides an introduction and foundation for understanding the social, geographic, and linguistic difference among indigenous populations in North America. Fall. (Main campus course)

250 Introduction to Socio-Political Concepts in Native American Studies (3)
Reviews the impact of regional, national, and international public policies in defining Native Americans in the process of Westernization. Examines important theories used to model tribal community development, and interprets major policies, beginning with colonialism and ending with nationalism. Spring. Prerequisite: 150 or equivalent. (Main campus course)

251 Introduction to Information & Resources in Native American Studies (3)
Emphasizes research paradigms and research techniques useful for interpreting materials and collections dealing with Native American Studies. Provides training on research methodologies, technical writing and resource assessment of Native American materials. Fall. Prerequisites: 150 or equivalent and 250 or equivalent. (Main campus course)

252 The Native American Experience (3)
(Also offered as Nat Am 252) Introductory survey of Native American history, culture, and contemporary issues. Students read literature by and about Native Americans covering a variety of topics including tribal sovereignty, federal policy, activism, economic development, education, and community life.

293 Topics in Native American Studies (3-6)
Topics course taught by Native and non-Native faculty from UNM and the community, vary according to instructor's expertise. May be repeated up to six hours as topics vary. (Main campus course)

Natural Science (NAT SCI)

261L Physical Science (4)
For pre-service K-8 teachers only. A broad, interdisciplinary introduction to the science of geology, chemistry, physics, and astronomy, with emphasis on the sciences processes, inquiry and the integration of technology. The course is activity-based, utilizing a problems and issues based approach; various teaching methods are modeled, and practiced by students; some field trips may be required. Upon demand.

262L Life Science (4)
For pre-service K-8 teachers only. An activity-based study of science topics including botany, cell biology, genetics, microbiology, and zoology with emphasis on science processes, inquiry and integration of technology. Various teaching methods are modeled and practiced by students; some field trips may be required. Pre-requisite: Nat Sci 261 and MATH 112, or permission of instructor.

263L Environmental Science (4)
For pre-service K-8 teachers only. An activity-based interdisciplinary study of major issues in environmental science with emphasis on science process, scientific investigation, field-based activities, and the integration of technology. Course topics include current issues on population, healthy ecosystems, and natural resources. Various teaching methods are modeled and practiced by students. Pre-requisite: Nat Sci 261 and 262 or permission of Instructor.

Navajo (NAVAJO)

To Challenge a Course: Native speakers of Navajo may obtain credit hours in language courses 101, 102, 201 or 202 without taking an examination by earning a grade of A or B in a course numbered higher than the courses challenged. Pass/Fail (CR/NC) is assigned to all challenged courses. Placement: Native Speaker students who have had previous Navajo Language speaking experience are encouraged to enroll in as high a level as possible. Upon completion of a higher level course, if a grade of A or B is obtained, the student may challenge lower level courses and receive credit. A Navajo Placement Examination is recommended to confirm the appropriate level of skills before enrolling. According to UNM policy, students may only enroll in one course within the sequence per semester. No two Navajo courses may be taken in the same semester.

101 Elementary Navajo (3)
R Section 001 Native Speakers of Navajo. (Main campus course)

101 Elementary Navajo (3)
R Section 002 Non-Native Speakers of Navajo. (Main campus course)

101 Elementary Navajo (3)
Section 003 Native and Non-Native Speaker. (Main campus course)

102 Elementary Navajo (3)
R Section 001 Native and Non-Native Speaker. (Main campus course)

103 & 104 Basic Medical Terminology in Navajo (3)
R Section 001 Students in Medical Professions. Does not apply to Language Requirements. (Main campus course)

105 Written Navajo (3)
(Main campus course)

201 Intermediate Navajo (3)
R Section 001 Native and Non-Native Speaker. (Main campus course)

202 Intermediate Navajo (3)
R Section 001 Native and Non-Native Speaker. (Main campus course)

206 Creative Writing (3)
R Section 001 Native and Non-Native Speaker. (Main campus course)

Nusing (NURS)

115T Nursing Fundamentals (8)
Formulates the foundations of the Associate Degree Nurse as provider, manager and member of the discipline. THis course will teach students the concepts of decision-making, role differentiation, and professionalism of the Registered Nurse. Nursing and non-nursing theorists are used to guide students to develop criticial thinking, communication, cultural diversity, nursing process, and health promotion knowledge (and its applicable nursing skills). Clinical activities focus on application of these concepts in long care term setting and community-based settings.

130T Medical-Surgical Nursing I (4)
Builds on the conepts and skills obtained in NURS 115, Nursing Fundamentals. This course focuses on basic medical-surgical nursing and well child with common health vairations. Students will use the nursing process in care of the acute/chronically ill adult as well as the ill pediatric clients. THis course emphasizes the physiological functions of the adult and pediatric client in both the acute care and community settings.

131T Principles of Mental Health (4)
Provides the students with clinical psychopathological concepts across the lifespan, focusing on adolescents and adults. The student will apply prior knowledge learned of nursing process, therapeutic communication, critical thinking and cultural sensitivity to the mental health settings. Clinical applications of mental health theory and skills will take place in the acute care and community settings.

191T Independent Study (1-3, 1-3, Maximum of 6)
Designed for study of specific topics, issues and problems in the health sciences. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Coordinator. Fall, Spring, Summer.

NURS 230T Childbearing and Child Rearing Nursing (4)
Focuses on developmental theories used in assessing, analyzing, planning, implementing and evaluating care of the childbearing and childrearing family as a unit. Emphasis is placed on wellness promotion and common recurring problems. Clinical assignments will occur in the community and hospital setting. A focus will also be promotion of health in women.

231T Advanced Nursing Theory and Practice (6)
This course incorporates the nursing process and science disciplines to meet the physiologic and physiological needs of clients. Emphasis is on the integration of all body systems in those clients experiencing health and harmony deviations throughout the life span. Prerequisites: N122 & N122L.

232T Pediatric Nursing (4)
Builds on the concepts obtained in NURS 122T: Medical-Surgical NursingI; NURS1131T: Principles of Mental Health; and HCHS 125T Pharmacology. THis course applies psychological and pathophysiological concepts of the well pediatric client, as well as pediatric clients with common health variations in acute and community settings. It incorporates health promotion, in-depth pediatric assessment, interviewing skills and completion of the nursing process and basic client teaching plans. Clinical experience will take place in acute care and community settings.

239 Nursing Pathophysiology I (3)
An introduction to human pathophysiology. The course focuses on forming a basic understanding of pathophysiology for nursing students. Prerequisites: BIOL 237 and 247L, and 239L or equivalent.

240 Nursing Pathophysiology II (3)
This course is a continuation of Pathophysiology I. The course focuses on forming a basic understanding of pathophysiology for nursing students. Prerequisites: 239, BIOL 238 and 248L or equivalent.

242TL Nursing Practicum (4)
This clinical course provides assessment of the student's nursing knowledge, skills, and abilities in preparation for NCLEX. All previous nursing core courses are integrated into actual client care practice while the student works with a preceptor RN in the acute long-term or community setting.

243T Medical-Surgical Nursing II (8)
Builds on the concepts obtained in NURS 122, NURS 230, NURS 231. This course applies complex psychological and pathophysiological concepts to adult clients in acute and community settings. It incorporates health promotion, in-depth client assessment, advanced interviewing skills, refinement of the nursing process and basic client teaching plans. Students further develop and apply the concepts of nursing management and professional issues through extensive case studies.

291 Independent Study (1-6)
This course is provided for students who need additional assistance with specific nursing courses or who have interests in a particular specialty area of nursing.

293T Nursing Topics (1-6)
Current issues and topics in nursing will be studied and discussed by students. Elective. Upon demand.

294T Registered Nurse Licensing Exam Review (3)
Review nursing content areas for preparation to take the registered nurse exam. Spring, Fall.

295T Practicum Elective Experience (1-6)
Designed to provide additional clinical practice in a selected area under one-on-one supervision of a registered nurse. Student will practice nursing skills, improve ability to set priorities and organize nursing care. Upon demand.

332 Nursing Research and Informatics (3)
This is an introductory course to concepts and issues in nursing research and informatics. Nursing informatics is explored as data, information, and knowledge building for nursing research. The emphasis of this course is based on the research process, research designs, reading and critiquing research, and research utilization.

405 Family, Culture, and Aging (2)
This course focuses on the family as a unit of care. In addition, students will conceptualize family, the life span spectrum of its members, and culture and their relationships in practice. Included will be the relationship of aging in family and culture, problem-based cases, interdisciplinary care, and end of life issues. Also included will be the ethical issues of death and dying, violence, abuse, family dynamics and legal decision making for family members. One credit of clinical (32 hours) will include assignments and projects specifically designed to assess the family relationships, family health and issues in the home applying the nursing process as the basis of intervention.

406 Diagnostic Reasoning (3)
This course will provide RN students an opportunity to explore their own learning needs and to apply concepts related to professional nursing in the analysis of the care of clients with varying diseases. The student, using a problem-based learning format, will use diagnostic reasoning to identify physiological, psychological, behavioral, ethical/legal and population problems as they relate to each case. Critical thinking will be the basis for diagnostic reasoning. The student will explore the ethical issues of decision making, confidentiality, privacy, patients' rights, truth telling and professional responsibility. The course will run eight days in a PBL format.

407 Leadership Roles
There are two purposes for this course: to guide the students in the conceptualization of organization, management, leadership and change as they relate to health care systems/settings, particularly at the unit level, and to sharpen the student's analytical and managerial skills. The emphasis is on the growth of the professional role. The outcome of this course will be a student prepared in the leadership and managerial skills requisite for a baccalaureate level nurse in the clinical setting. The course will include the critical examination into management and leadership roles, collaboration, impact of culture on institutional structure, development of teams and interdisciplinary approaches to care, budgeting and finance, role development, change process, and development of a professional philosophy, in addition to the ethical issues in management. The major project of the course is a paper on the resolution of a significant problem in the workplace using leadership and management principles.

443 Public Health Science (3)
Public health science covers community assessment and epidemiology. Two credits are broadcast via satellite and one credit requires independent assignments in fieldwork, primarily attending to community assessment and teaching small groups. Prerequisites: admission to the College of Nursing, Pathophysiology I and II, NURS 404, 414, NLN mobility II examinations, current nursing license, immunization and CPR record. (Main campus course)

444 Public Health Practice (6)
Public Health Nursing covers groups at risk and case management. Only one credit is taught via ITV, the other four credits are in clinical experiences established, where possible, in health departments and agencies in the vicinity of the student's home. Prerequisites: NURS 443 and all prerequisites of Nurs 443. (Main campus course)

446 Integration of Nursing Concepts (5)
This course is not taught on television. It is a capstone course for the program. All students from around the state meet in Albuquerque for a six-hour conference the first day of the course. During that time the professor will guide the students through the development of a major project to be developed, planned, and implemented in the student's work place. The purpose of the course is to integrate the content of all previous nursing courses in assessing, planning, and problem solving unresolved issues in the student's work place. Students will return to their communities and proceed with their projects, keeping in touch with the faculty via conference calls, FAX, and mail. At the end of approximately 11 weeks students will return to Albuquerque for another full day conference to present their projects to the entire class. Prerequisites: this course should be the last course taken in the degree offering. (Main campus course)

447 Introduction to Organizational Behavior (2)
This course focuses on classical and contemporary theories of organizational behavior in the health care setting. It has two purposes: to introduce the student to various concepts of organization, management, leadership, and change as they relate to health care systems and settings; and, to sharpen the student's skills. No prerequisites. (Main campus course)

Nutrition (NUTR)

120 Nutrition (3)
Nutritive needs of normal individuals of all age groups; relation of nutrition to health. (Main campus course.) Fall, Spring.

Physical Education for the Non-Professional (PE-NP)

099 Open Recreation (2)
The course is designed to allow students access to the Physical Education Complex, attendance in selected regularly scheduled classes, and to utilize the staff and faculty associated with the Physical Education and Recreation Program as a resource. Grades on a Credit/No Credit basis only.

101 Beginning Swimming (1)
Instruction for students who have not been in the water or have a fear of water. Pool usage fee. Fall, Summer. (Main campus course)

102 Intermediate Swimming (1)
Instruction in all basic strokes. For students who can swim. Pool usage fee. Spring, Summer. (Main campus course)

106 Lifesaving (1)
Instruction and practice in lifesaving techniques, which lead to an advanced Red Cross Lifesaving Certificate. Prerequisite: ability to swim basic strokes. Pool usage fee. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

124 Ballroom Dance (1)
Instruction in the basic movements of the fox trot, waltz, lindy, rhumba, tango, and cha-cha. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

125 Intermediate Ballroom Dance (1)
Instruction dependent upon experience of students in basic movements of all segments of ballroom dance.

128 Beginning Country Western Dance (1)
Instruction in basic movements of waltz, two-step, swing, and polka.

129 Intermediate Country Western Dance (1)
Instruction dependent upon experience of students in basic movements of all segments of Country Western Dance.
138 Karate (1)
Instruction in the basic skills, blocks, strikes, and kicks of Japanese karate. Fall, Spring, Summer. (Main campus course)

140 Beginning Golf (1)
Instruction in the basic skills, equipment, rules, etiquette, and shot making. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

143 Beginning Tennis (1)
Instruction in the basic skills and rules of tennis. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

144 Intermediate Tennis (1)
Instruction dependent upon experience and skills of students in basic fundamentals. Perfection of strokes. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

146 Bowling (1)
Special fees. Instruction and practice in the basic skills of bowling. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

148 Archery (1)
Instruction in the basic skills and knowledge of range archery. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

152 Racquetball (1)
Instruction and practice in the skills and rules of racquetball. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

158 Aerobic Dance I
Instruction in continuous movement using basic dance steps for improved cardio respiratory endurance.

159 Aerobic Dance II
Instruction in longer aerobic workouts using more advanced steps for improved cardio respiratory endurance.

160 Weight Training and Physical Conditioning (1)

Individual training programs for development of muscular strength, size and endurance. Fall, Spring, Summer. (Main campus course)

161 Developmental Physical Education-Weight Control (1)
A combination of weight-training, aerobic activity, and dietary modification is promoted for the purpose of body shaping.

162 Jogging Fitness (1)
Individualized running programs for improved cardio-respiratory endurance. Fall, Spring, Summer. (Main campus course)

163 Intermediate Weight Training (1)
Furthers students' knowledge of strength training principles and practice, going beyond that which may be presented in PE-NP 160. Prerequisite: PE-NP 160 or instructor's approval.

165 Yoga (1)
An emphasis on the physical aspects of Hath Yoga.

166 Intermediate Yoga (1)
Instruction dependent upon experience of students in basic aspects of Hath Yoga.

167 Basketball (Recreation) (1)
Instruction and practice of games skills with consideration given to the ability levels of students. Fall, Spring. (Main campus course)

168 Basketball (Competition) (1)
Instruction and practice of games skills with consideration given to the ability levels of students. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

170 Volleyball (1)
Instruction and practice of basic skills, with emphasis on power techniques. Fall, Spring. (Main campus course)

174 Women's Softball (1)
Practice in playing and learning the fundamentals of softball.

179 Cross Country Skiing (1)
Special fees. Instruction and practice in techniques leading to cross country touring. Spring. (Main campus course)

183 Wilderness Experience (2)
Special fees. Field trips will augment classroom time in exposing the student to typical wilderness experiences, with an emphasis on settings and skills.

190 Casting and Angling (2)
Instruction in skills and techniques of fishing in New Mexico. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

193 Topics (1-2)
Upon demand. (Main campus course)

Physical Education for the Professional (PE-P)

209 Fundamentals of Human Performance (3)
Physiological, biomechanical, and psychological variables which affect human performance in exercise and sport skills.

260 Officiating in Sports (2)
Discussion and practice in officiating techniques in soccer, speedway or field hockey, volleyball, basketball, etc. Prerequisites: Instructor approval. 4 hours per week. Not restricted to education students. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

273 Introduction to Athletic Training (2)
An introduction to the prevention and treatment of athletic injuries. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

288 Motor Learning and Performance (3)
Psychological and neurophysiological factors related to the development of motor skills, emphasis on the teachers role in facilitating learning. Spring. (Main campus course)

292 Workshops (1-4)

293 Topics (1-3)
Upon demand. (Main campus course)

Pharmocology (PHARM) 276 Principles of Pharmacology (3)

Actions of drugs on living tissues and the basis upon which drugs are classified for their therapeutic usefulness. Includes the subdivisions of pharmacology; pharmacodynamics, posology, toxicology, and pharmacy. Prerequisites: Chem 211; pre-or co-requisites: BIOL 237-238 or 136-139L. Fall. (Main campus course)

Philosophy (PHIL)

101 Introduction to Philosophical Problems (3)
Selected problems in values, knowledge, and reality. Social, political, and religious philosophy. (Main campus course)

102 Current Moral Problems (3)
Ethical issues arising in contemporary society, e.g. sexual morality, preferential treatment, racism, punishment, war, world food distribution.

156 Reasoning and Critical Thinking (3)
This course helps students learn how to analyze, critique, and construct arguments in context, i.e., how to read and write argumentative essays. (Main campus course)

201 Greek Philosophy (3)
A historical study of Greek philosophy. (Main campus course)

202 Modern Philosophy (3)
A historical study from the Renaissance through Kant. (Main campus course)

241 Philosophic Problems (3)
Topic varies. An elementary treatment of some major philosophic issues. May be repeated for credit because subject matter varies. (Main campus course)

242 Great Thinkers (3)
Figure will vary. A study of the thought of jor world thinkers. May be repeated for redit because subject matter varies. ain campus course)

Physics (PHYSCS)

101 ASTR Introduction to Astronomy (3)
The theme is cosmic evolution. It provides a guided tour of the universe to find out where and when we are in the cosmos. The presentation is descriptive and non-mathematical. It starts wtih an overview into people's ideas about the universe. After an inquiry into the origin and evolution of the solar system, a study of stars is made to find the place of the solar system in the Milky Way Galaxy. Finally, a history is presented of the physical, chemical and biological evolution of the universe, from its beginning in a big bang to the possibility of life elsewhere in the galaxy. Special topics may inlcude black holesk interstellar communication, UFOs, and missions to the planets. No preparation is assumed. Important Concepts of physics, chemistry, geology and biology are introduced in the context of the course. See ASTR 101L for optional observations. (Summer, Fall Spring)

102 PHYSCS Introduction to Physics (3)
Designed for non-science students in all colleges as well as for students planning to major in the sciences who want a general introduction to the basic phenomena and concepts of physics. The treatment is primarily descriptive, with practical demonstrations and applications and with a minimum of elementary mathematics. No previous preparation is assumed. Basic physical concepts such as energy, momentum, and electric charge are discussed as well as the porperties of gravitational, electromagnetic and nuclear forces, and wave phenomena. The basic ideas of relativity and quantum theory are introduced. See PHYSCS 102L for an optional laboratory. (Summer, fall spring)

105 Physics and Society (3)
Intended for the student with minimum previous exposure to physical science. The concepts, ideas, and methodology of physics are developed as the basis for a discussion off their impact on society and the impact of society on the development of physics. Thermal physics leads to a discussion of meteorology, climatology, pollution, weather modification, violent storms, aviation weather and soaring; energy concepts and special relativity lead to a discussion of mass energy, nuclear fission and fusion reactors, nuclear weapons, science policy and ethics, energy problems and alternative courses. (Spring)

191L ASTR Astronomy Laboratory (1)
Intended as an adjunct to ASTR 101, this course deals with elementary techniques in astronomical observations. 2 hrs. Pre- or corequisite: ASTR 101 (fall, spring)

151 General Physics (3)
Mechanics, sound, heat. The sequence 151, 152, 151L, 152L is required of pre-medical, pre-dental, and pre-optometry students, also of NROTC students in A&S and of pharmacy students. Prerequisites: one of the following courses MATH 121, 150, 180, 182. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

151L General Physics Laboratory (1)
Mechanics, sound, heat. Pre- or co-requisite: 151. 3 hours. Lab. (Main campus course)

152 General Physics (3)
Electricity, magnetism, optics. Prerequisite: 151. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

152L General Physics Laboratory (1)
Electricity, magnetism, optics Pre- or co-requisite: 152. 3 hours. Lab. (Main campus course)

Political Science (POL SC)

110 The Political World (3)
(Also offered as TRE 110.) An introduction to politics, with emphasis on the ways people can understand their own political systems and those of others. (Students who have already had courses in political science may not count 110 toward a major.) (Main campus course)

200 American Politics (3)
Survey of American politics, including political behavior of the American electorate, the theory of democracy, the structure and function of American political institutions, and contemporary issues. (Main campus course)

215 Law in the Political Community (3)
(Also offered as AM ST 215) Introduction to the role of law and legal institutions in politics and society. Prerequisite for 315, 316, and 415. Fall, Spring. (Main campus course)

220 Comparative Politics (3)
Designed to give students the ability to understand and evaluate political regimes by focusing on the political history, socioeconomic structure, and contemporary political institutions and behavior. Includes consideration of European, communist, and developing systems. (Main campus course)

260 Political Ideas (3)
Introduces many of the enduring Political issues in descriptives, analytical, and normative terms. Will include discussion of both classical and contemporary political ideas and ideologies.

270 Public Policy and Administration (3)
Introduces public policy and bureaucracy, including decision-making and implementation. (Main campus course)

291 Internship (1-3)
(Credit-No Credit only) (Main campus course)

299 Introductory Political Topics (3)
Special introductory topics of political science which relate contemporary issues to the discipline. Precise topics will be noted in appropriate class schedules prepared for registration. (Main campus course)

Psychology (PSYCH)

105 General Psychology (3)
Overview of the major content areas in psychology. Topics to be covered include learning, cognition, perception, motivation, biological systems, social and abnormal psychology, development, personality, and approaches to psychotherapy. Fall, Spring, Summer. (Main campus course)

109 Coping with College (1-3)
Goal is to improve the student's strategies for learning and living in a university environment. Psychological principles applied to improving memory, reading, listening, exam-taking, personal adjustment, motivation, stress management, habits, and interpersonal relations. Fall, Spring, Summer. (Credit not allowed toward an AS Degree)

200 Statistical Principles (3)
Presentation of the basic principles of the description and interpretation of data. Provides an acquaintance with statistical principles appropriate to a liberal education, as well as a basis for further work in data analysis. Students planning graduate study in any field are advised to take 300 and 302 as well. Pre- or co-requisite: PSYCH 105. Spring 2004. (Main campus course)

211 Applied Psychology (3)
Topics in applications to everyday life, such as personnel selection, consumer psychology, and environmental problems. Fall.

220 Developmental Psychology (3)
Description of the more salient aspects of the behavior and development of children and adolescents. Particular emphasis is placed on pertinent psychological research and practical applications to life situations. Fall, Spring, Summer.

230 Adjustment and Interpersonal Relations (3)
Processes of normal human adjusting and coping in both personal and interpersonal spheres. Topics include applications of psychology to stress and mood management, self-esteem, social adjustment, communication and relationships. Spring.

231 Psychology of Human Sexuality (3)
Exploration of the physiological, cultural social and individual factors that influence sexual behavior, sex roles, and sex identity. To be also offered as WS 231. (Main campus course)

240 Brain and Behavior (3)
A general survey of the biological foundations of behavior. Emphasis is on the central nervous system. Prerequisite: PSYCH 105 or BIOL 121L. Fall 2003, 2005. (Main campus course)

260 Psychology of Learning and Memory (3)
Survey of the variety of laboratory learning situations, with an emphasis on the application of principles to practical situations. Topics range from simple processes such as conditioning to complex processes such as transfer, memory, and concept formation. Prerequisite: PSYCH 105. Fall 2003 and 2005. (Main campus course)

265 Cognitive Psychology (3)
Study of cognitive processes involved in encoding, storage, retrieval, and utilization of knowledge including attention, memory, comprehension, categorization, reasoning, problem solving, language and motor skills. Prerequisite: PSYCH 105. Fall 2004. (Main campus course)

271 Social Psychology (3)
Study of social interaction: attraction, communication, and perception of oneself and others, attitudes, leadership. Spring. (Main campus course)