Diné College Course Catalog 2008-2009 (pdf)

PHY 110 Algebra based Physics I (4)
Prerequisite: MTH 110 or concurrent enrollment or
instructor’s permission. An algebra based
introduction to physics sequence designed for science
majors who do not require calculus based physics.
Also suitable for liberal arts majors and general
education students with no prior physics background;
covers classical mechanics. Trigonometric
requirement will be taught in the class. Three hours
lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
PHY 111 Algebra based Physics II (4)
Prerequisite: PHY 110 or equivalent course. Second
and final of an algebra based introduction to physics
sequence designed for science majors who do not
require calculus based physics. Also suitable for
liberal arts majors and general education student with
no prior physics background; covers optics,
electricity and magnetism. Three hours lecture and
three hours laboratory per week.
PHY 121 Calculus based Physics I (4)
Prerequisite: MTH 191 or instructor’s permission.
First of three sequences of calculus-based courses
designed for the science and engineering major with
no prior physics background; covers classical
mechanics. Three hours lecture and three hours
laboratory per week.
PHY 131 Calculus based Physics II (4)
Prerequisite: PHY 121 and MTH 192 or concurrent
enrollment or equivalent courses. Second of three
sequences of calculus-based courses designed for the
science and engineering major; covers electricity,
magnetism and optics. Three hours lecture and three
hours laboratory per week.
PHY 243 Calculus based Physics III (3)
Prerequisite: PHY 131 and MTH 220 or concurrent
enrollment or equivalent courses. Third and final of a
sequence of calculus-based courses designed for the
science and engineering major; covers
thermodynamics, atomic and nuclear physics. Three
hours lecture per week.
Political Science (POS)
POS 111 Introduction to Political Science (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 101. Examines the principles,
methods, topics, and concepts of political science in
light of contemporary political events. Analyzes
power, authority, and political philosophy in diverse
contexts including tribal politics. Meets teacher
certification requirements. The course emphasizes the
general education special requirements of intensive
writing/critical thinking and ethnic/race/gender and
global awareness (IW/CI, ERG, and GA).
POS 170 American Government and Politics (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 101 or concurrent enrollment or
instructor’s permission. Examines the origin of the
U.S. Constitution as well as governmental structures,
procedures, and politics at the federal, state, local,
and tribal levels.
POS 181 Arizona Constitution and Government (1)
Prerequisite: ENG 101 or concurrent enrollment or
instructor’s permission. Examines the Arizona State
Constitution in terms of its historical roots, content,
modifications, and interpretations. Also examines
Arizona governmental structures, procedures, and
politics at all levels including the Navajo tribal level.
Meets Arizona teacher certification requirements.
POS 226 Navajo Tribal Government (3)
Prerequisite: FST 131, ENG 101 or NIS 221 or
instructor’s permission. Cross listed with NIS 226.
The development of Navajo tribal government
concentrating on its evolution since the 1920's.
Examines the legal and political basis of tribal
government, the structure and functions of tribal
powers and services, fiscal changes, and
administrative growth. Includes political relations,
developments, and transitions related to state and
federal government. Highlights major contributions
of tribal chairmen and presidents. The course
emphasizes the general education special
requirements of intensive writing/critical thinking,
and ethnic/race/gender, and historical awareness
(IW/CI, ERG, and HA).
POS 271 U.S. Constitution and Politics (2)
Prerequisite: ENG 101 or concurrent enrollment or
instructor’s permission. Examines the philosophical
antecedents, historical development, and
interpretations of the U.S. Constitution. Also
examines federal governmental structures,
procedures, and politics. Meets Arizona teacher
certification requirements.
Psychology (PSY)
PSY 100A Ethics and Human Services (1)
Prerequisite: ENG 101 or concurrent enrollment or
instructor’s permission. Covers ethics,
confidentiality, non-discrimination, responsibility,
competency, legal and moral standards, client
welfare, client relationships, and professionalism in
the human services.