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MUS 170 - A Cappella Choir (1/2 credit)
Membership in each ensemble is by auditions held in the fall during the first week of classes.
Note: Ensembles may be repeated. Chamber Ensembles may be taken in lieu of private instruction for one semester in either the junior or senior year to meet scholarship requirements.
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THE 215 - Acting (4 credits)
A study of the theoretical framework of the craft of acting.
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COM 365x - Acting for the Camera (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
Study and practice of acting skills and techniques in front of cameras using scenes from television, film, commercials and industrial scripts. Course also includes sections on audition techniques and the business of acting.
Prerequisite: THE215, COM202 or permission of instructor.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in theatre/ speech.
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THE 365x - Acting for the Camera (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
Study and practice of acting skills and techniques in front of cameras using scenes from television, film, commercials and industrial scripts. Course also includes sections on audition techniques and the business of acting.
Prerequisite: THE215, COM202, or permission of instructor.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in communication studies.
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THE 315 - Acting: Scene Work (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
Students perform scenes from classical, modern and contemporary literature. Emphasis is placed on script analysis.
Prerequisite: THE215.
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MAT 420 - Actuarial Exam Review (1 credit)
This course is a comprehensive review of all materials for SOA/CAS exams. The course is tailored to the specific exam the student is planning on taking.
Note: Graded on a pass/no pass basis. Course may be repeated.
Prerequisite: permission of chair of department.
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MAT 430 - Actuarial Modeling I (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
This course is an introduction to the study of contingent payment models. Topics include: economics of insurance, individual risk models, survival distributions and life tables, benefit reserves, multiple life functions, multiple decrement models and introductory loss models.
Prerequisite: MAT416.
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MAT 431 - Actuarial Modeling II (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
This course continues Actuarial Modeling I and concentrates on loss models. Topics include: frequency and severity, aggregate loss models, discrete and continuous time ruin models, construction of empirical models, parameter estimation and model selection.
Prerequisite: MAT430.
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KIN 338 - Adapted Physical Education (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
Developing increased knowledge and understanding of the uniqueness of individuals with special needs, acquiring the ability to select and modify tasks and experiences for selected populations, and to adjust learning opportunities to meet varied needs.
Prerequisite: sophomore class standing.
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ACC 418 - Advanced Accounting (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
This course is a study of accounting for partnerships, business combinations, affiliated companies, government entities and nonprofit organizations.
Prerequisites: ACC315 and 316, or permission of chair of the business department.
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ART 315 - Advanced Ceramics (4 credits)
A continuation of the creative development of both functional and nonfunctional forms using advanced forming processes. The formulation of clay bodies, glazes, and their preparation, testing and application are introduced. Students will learn to load and fire gas and electric kilns.
Prerequisite: ART215.
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MUS 302 - Advanced Conducting (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
This course is designed to further develop the student’s basic conducting skills. The student will learn how to interpret stylistically the intentions of a composer and how to rehearse effectively. Compositions for band, choir and orchestra are studied. Included in the course are studies in score preparation, clef reading, transposition, rehearsal techniques, and error detection.
Prerequisite: MUS301.
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BUS 404 - Advanced Corporate Finance (4 credits)
This course is a continuation of Principles of Finance. We will explore topics such as the cost of capital, capital structure and dividend policy, and analyze their significance in long-term financing decisions. We will also examine international aspects of corporate finance and the management of risk with derivative securities.
Prerequisite: BUS300 or ACC315.
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ART 307 - Advanced Drawing (4 credits)
Further development in the search for a personal approach to content in the students work utilizing traditional and contemporary drawing approaches. Students will develop form and content through a series of drawings.
Prerequisite: ART 206 or permission of instructor.
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SPA 312 - Advanced Grammar and Composition (3 credits)
Advanced development of writing skills and a review of difficult grammar concepts. Students will be expected to write in a variety of contexts. Emphasis will be on the writing process. The majority of the assignments will be completed in steps including multiple drafts. Additionally, students will be expected to review grammar and complete some grammar exercises.
Note: Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite: SPA202 or equivalent proficiency.
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CHE 411 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
A study of the chemistry of metals and nonmetals with an emphasis on periodicity, chemical bonding, structure and reaction mechanisms.
Prerequisite:CHE322.
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THE 328 - Advanced Lighting Design (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
An opportunity to apply the basic skills, technology and artistic principles of lighting design to script response, visual research and creative exploration. The capstone experience of the course will be for students to design lighting for a mounted one-act play.
Prerequisites: THE130 and 227.
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ESL 251 - Advanced Oral English (4 credits)
Continued training and practice in speaking English and comprehending spoken English. Emphasis upon the development of listening comprehension strategies, development of idiomatic vocabulary, skills in paraphrasing, initiating conversation, interrogation, note taking and verification, and the writing of short essays on comparative-cultural topics. Training and practice in college reading strategies toward the dual goal of increased speed and comprehension. Individual work on pronunciation problems.
Note: Required of students with TOEFL scores under 525.
Prerequisite: This class is open only to ESL students with the prerequisite of ESL201 or permission of instructor.
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ART 344 - Advanced Painting (4 credits) Individualized courses and programs:
This course encourages the student to develop an individualized painting style. A single theme is repeated throughout course projects in order to develop consistency and maturity. Students are expected to develop their own personal aesthetic and style.
Prerequisite: ART242.
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ART 342 - Advanced Printmaking (4 credits)
An opportunity for advanced students to work with their own directions in printmaking media. The course encourages development of an individual printmaking direction and to choose a single theme or focus throughout a series of prints in order to develop consistency and maturity.
Prerequisite: ART242.
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ART 317 - Advanced Sculpture (4 credits)
The development of and exploration of formal and conceptual approaches to sculpture. Issues in contemporary sculpture will be explored. Wood, metal, plaster and other mediums will be used along with less traditional approaches to creating work including the use of found objects, mixed media, performance and group efforts.
Prerequisite: ART217.
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SPA 311 - Advanced Spanish Conversation (1 credit)
The main goal of this course is to improve oral communication, which includes speaking as well as listening, comprehension. Since successful communication also involves cultural awareness of the Spanish speaker’s feelings, thoughts and attitudes, part of this course involves studying sources of these important underlying constructs.
Note: Taught in Spanish. Course repeated a minimum of 3 semesters. Graded on a pass/no pass basis.
Prerequisite: SPA202 or equivalent proficiency.
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CSC 110 - Advanced Spreadsheets (1 credit)
This class deals with advanced techniques for using spreadsheets. Topics to be covered including writing conditional formulas, using built-in data analysis tools, creating PivotTables and PivotCharts, exploring and importing data to and from other applications, linking data between other applications, and sharing Excel data on the World Wide Web. Basic computer programming concepts and the role of data analysis tools in business will also be discussed.
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MAT 216 - Advanced Statistical Methods (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
Further topics in probability and statistics selected from: multiple regression, ANOVA, non-linear regression, covariance, collinearity, time series and auto-correlation.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MAT116 or 117 or permission of instructor.
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COM 310 - Advanced Topics in Communications (2-4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
This course is designed to be an upper- level course providing in-depth and additional knowledge and/or skill in specific discipline areas that are not well covered in the current curriculum. Topics will vary according to students’ interests and needs, changes and developments in the communication discipline and practice, and faculty skills and interest. Potential topics may include additional instruction in advertising, public relations, magazine writing, advanced news writing and editing, advanced video editing, digital video directing, and international and intercultural communication.
Prerequisites: to be determined by department.
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MAT 425 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics (3 credits, offered as needed)
This course will explore in more depth some of the mathematics that has been introduced in earlier courses. Topics will vary depending on the interests of students and faculty, but include complex analysis, graph theory and combinatorics, math modeling, number theory, topology, and measure theory.
Prerequisites: MAT180, 212, and 317; or permission of instructor.
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ENG 420 - Advanced Writing Project (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
The heart of the course is an advanced project in artistic, journalistic, or scholarly writing. Students also assemble a portfolio of their best writing and related work, plan writing or study beyond college, and read to gather perspectives on their vocation.
Prerequisite: ENG292 and one of the following: ENG350, 351 or 352.
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KIN 125 - Aerobic Activity (1 credit)
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KIN 118 - Aerobic Running (1 credit)
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AGR 302 - Agri-business Management (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
This course is designed to expose the student to management principles and techniques as they apply to the agri-business setting.
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AGR 301 - Agricultural Marketing (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
Designed to provide exposure to the total agricultural marketing structure, with emphasis on market evaluation and decision-making. The cash market, local contracting, and the futures market are studied as tools in the development of an orderly marketing program.
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HIS 317x - American Indian Societies and Cultures (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under cross-cultural studies)
This course surveys the historical development of American Indian peoples, particularly during the period of contact and conquest by Euro-Americans and particularly in the trans-Mississippi West region of what became the U.S. Topics include pre-contact life, oral literature, Indian accommodation and selective adaptation to Euro-American societies, Spanish, French and U.S. Indian policies, Native American religion, Christian mission work among American Indians, activism by and on behalf of American Indians, and reservation life.
Prerequisite: General education writing requirement.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in sociology.
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SOC 317x - American Indian Societies and Cultures (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under cross-cultural studies)
This course surveys the historical development of American Indian peoples, particularly during the period of contact and conquest by Euro-Americans and particularly in the trans-Mississippi West region of what became the U.S. Topics include pre-contact life, oral literature, Indian accommodation and selective adaptation to Euro-American societies, Spanish, French and U.S. Indian policies, Native American religion, Christian mission work among American Indians, activism by and on behalf of American Indians, and reservation life.
Prerequisite: recommend general education writing requirement.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in history.
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ENG 346 - American Literature I (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
A study of prose and poetry in the United States from America’s beginnings through the end of the Civil War. The course will focus on the works of Colonial and Romantic writers and the literatures of Native and African Americans. Special attention will be given to defining the qualities and concerns that make this literature distinctively “American.”
Prerequisite: ENG220.
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ENG 347 - American Literature II (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
A study of prose and poetry in the United States from the Civil War until the present. The course will study works by realists (including regionalists) and modernists, as well as contemporary writers.
Prerequisite: ENG220.
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PSC 101 - American National Government (4 credits)
General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under social science) (American politics)
A broad survey of the major political and governmental institutions in the United States. This course examines how citizens attempt to influence their government and how the government responds. The course also develops the foundations for a biblical perspective on the role of government and the role of citizens.
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HIS 325x - American Political Thought (4 credits, non-yearly, consult department) (American history)
A survey of the historical development of American political thought with attention to significant American political thinkers from the colonial period to the present. Special emphasis will be given to the uneasy relationship between liberalism and democracy and the interaction between American political institutions and culture.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in political science.
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PSC 325x - American Political Thought (4 credits, non-yearly, consult department) (American politics)
A survey of the historical development of American political thought with attention to significant American political thinkers from the colonial period to the present. Special emphasis will be given to the uneasy relationship between liberalism and democracy and the interaction between American political institutions and culture.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in history.
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KIN 233 - Anatomical Kinesiology (3 credits)
The study of human movement based on anatomical and mechanical principles. Emphasis is placed on the application of these principles in the analysis of human sports performance.
Prerequisite: BIO102, 115, 121 or permission of the instructor.
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PHI 225 - Ancient Greek Philosophy (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under philosophy)
An introduction to the ancient Greek philosophical tradition, ranging from the Presocratics to the Hellenists but focusing on Plato and Aristotle.
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AGR 201 - Animal Science (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
Designed to provide background in animal physiology including comparative characteristics and bodily functions of farm animals. This course also includes the livestock enterprise components of swine, beef, horses, sheep and poultry.
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TSL 224 - Applied Linguistics in Language Education (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
The course is a survey of key issues in socio-and applied linguistic inquiry on case studies of topics such as the nature of language, bilingualism and bilingual education as well as language planning and language policy.
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MAT 117 - Applied Statistics for Management (3 credits)
General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under mathematics)
Topics in probability and statistics with an emphasis on problems in business: descriptive measures, distributions, one sample estimation and hypothesis testing, correlation, simple linear regression.
Note: Students may receive credit for only one course among MAT116, MAT117 and MAT208.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MAT090 or an ACT math score of 20 or above (SAT 480 or above).
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AUS 322 - Aquatic Biology
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HIS 418 - Archival Management (4 credits, non-yearly, consult department)
This course provides an introduction to the field of archives and their management. It is available only as a part of the Gerald and Jeanne De Jong Internship at the Reformed Church Archives in New Brunswick, NJ.
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GEN 313 - Area Studies (4 credits; non-yearly, consult department).
General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under cross-cultural studies)
Course designed to introduce students to the phenomenon of a particular culture(s).
Note: Topics covered will vary, depending on subject interest of faculty.
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ART 211 - Art for Elementary Education (2 credits)
Methodology of teaching art concepts to elementary school children integrated into the elementary curriculum. Studio projects, textbook study and lectures are included.
Note: Does not count toward an art major or minor. This course is limited to elementary education majors who have been admitted into the teacher education program or by permission of instructor.
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ART 120 - Art History Survey, Prehistoric Through Medieval (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under fine arts)
A contextual world survey of developments in architecture, sculpture, painting, and other mediums from prehistory to the Gothic period.
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ART 122 - Art History Survey, Renaissance Through Early 20th Century (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under fine arts)
A contextual world survey of the development and evolution of various media including architecture, sculpture, painting, prints, photography, design, film and other mediums since the Renaissance.
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ART 331 - Art Since 1940 (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
A survey of contemporary art and the art of the second half of the 20th century. The course will focus on studying the development of artists and their works by examining their works and identifying the artistic, social, political and philosophical ideas and events that may have been influential. In the process, artistic styles and movements will be defined and compared.
Prerequisites: ART120 and 122.
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KIN 402 - Assessment in Physical Education (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
Introduction to measurement theory and basic statistical analysis, and practical experience in measuring physical fitness, motor skills, social development, knowledge and test construction.
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SWK 232 - At-Risk Populations and Social Justice (4 credits)
Examines theoretical foundations for understanding dynamics of social inequity, privilege, and oppression; focus on diversity and on populations at risk due to racism, sexism and classism; self-assessment of students’ racial and cultural heritage as it shapes their attitudes and biases toward different cultural and racial groups; emphasis on helping students become culturally competent social workers who are grounded in their faith and who identify with the profession’s respect for diversity and commitment to social and economic justice. Open to non-majors.
Note: Transfer credits will be evaluated on a course-by-course basis. No academic credit will be granted for social work courses taken in programs which are not accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. No academic credit will be granted, in whole or in part, for life experience or work experience.
Prerequisites: PSY111, SWK231, SOC101, or permission of instructor.
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ACC 415 - Auditing (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
This course studies the internal control procedures in modern business, the development of auditing standards and procedures, the theory behind the development of such auditing standards and procedures, and how these auditing standards and procedures are applied to the public accountancy field. Special emphasis is on the auditor’s decision-making process.
Prerequisites: ACC315 and 316, or permission of chair of the business department.
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KIN 111 - Badminton (1 credit)
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THE 133 - Ballet (1 credit)
A study of the form and techniques of ballet.
Note: Dance courses may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 credits.
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MUS 287 - Baritone Horn (1-2 credits)
Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.
Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
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MAT 90 - Basic Algebra (2 credits)
This course covers basic concepts of numbers (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in the integers, rational numbers and real numbers), basic properties of exponents, linear equations in two variables and their applications in problem solving, inequalities, the use of formulas, and an introduction to the rectangular coordinate system and graphing.
Note: Counts toward full-time student status but is not included in grade point averages. Credit attempted in Basic Algebra does not count toward graduation. Does not count toward a math major or minor. Does not fulfill the math requirement or any graduation requirement.
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MUS 301 - Basic Conducting (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
This course is designed to assist students in developing a basic conducting technique. Skills are taught which enable the student to direct vocal and instrumental groups. Included in the course are studies in transposition, clef reading and score preparation.
Prerequisite: MUS112.
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ENG 124 - Basic Writing (4 credits)
Students learn pre-writing, drafting, and revising, as well as strategies for handling any writing task. The course begins with expressive writing and topics drawn from the students’ experiences and observations.
Note: It is required for and limited to freshmen or transfer students with ACT English scores of 19 or below (SAT below 470). This course does not count toward an English major or minor.
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KIN 117 - Basketball Activity (1 credit)
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MUS 297 - Bassoon (1-2 credits)
Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.
Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
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GER 101 - Beginning German Language and Culture (3 credits)
Along with instruction in the German language, beginning German offers students enhanced cognitive skills and insight into another culture. Classes foster communicative competence by emphasizing speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students begin to acquire the linguistic and cultural fluency necessary for basic communication in a German speaking country.
Prerequisite: No previous study of German, or placement by the foreign language placement exam.
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GER 102 - Beginning German Language and Culture (3 credits)
Instruction in the German language and enhanced cognitive skills and insight into another culture. Classes foster communicative competence by emphasizing speaking, listening, reading and writing. Building on previously acquired ability in German, students acquire the linguistic and cultural fluency necessary for basic communication in a German speaking country.
Prerequisite: GER101, or placement by the foreign language placement exam.
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SPA 101 - Beginning Spanish Language and Culture (3 credits)
Combined study of language and culture. Study of major social systems and themes of Hispanic culture. Elementary study of the language in a communicative context. Emphasis upon integration of developing language skills with cultural understanding and sensitivity in oral communication settings.
Prerequisite: No previous study of Spanish, or placement by the foreign language placement exam.
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SPA 102 - Beginning Spanish Language and Culture (3 credits)
Combined study of language and culture. Study of major social systems and themes of Hispanic culture. Building on previously acquired ability in Spanish, elementary study of the language in a communicative context. Emphasis upon integration of developing language skills with cultural understanding and sensitivity in oral communication settings.
Prerequisite: SPA101, or placement by the foreign language placement exam.
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KIN 145 - Beginning Swimming (1 credit)
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EDU 315 - Behavior Management and Classroom Instruction (3 credits)
This course is designed to provide an overview of various models for classroom and behavior management. The course will emphasize both theoretical and practical dimensions of behavior and social concerns.
Note: This course includes a 10 hour field experience.
Prerequisite: EDU206.
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REL 328 - Biblical Interpretation and Theology (4 credits)
An examination of the past and present methods and proposals for biblical interpretation and biblical theology. The course will analyze and critique various models for hermeneutics and theological interpretation and also assist students in constructing exegetical methods that are biblically based, theologically informed and culturally relevant.
Prerequisite: REL110.
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CHE 326x - Biochemistry: Proteins and Metabolism (4 credits)
A fundamental course surveying biomolecules, catabolism, bioenergetics and biosynthesis.
Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week.
Prerequisites: CHE321 and 322.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in biology.
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BIO 327 - Biochemistry:Molecular Genetics (4 credits)
This course focuses on the structure and function of nucleic acids. Topics include replication, transcription and translation of genetic information, and control of gene expression.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week.
Prerequisites: CHE321 and 322.
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BIO 326x - Biochemistry:Proteins and Metabolism (4 credits)
A fundamental course surveying biomolecules, catabolism, bioenergetics and biosynthesis.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week.
Prerequisites: CHE321 and 322.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in chemistry.
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BIO 201 - Bioethics (4 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
A seminar which applies Christian perspectives to selected problems in the field of biology.
Note: Does not count toward a biology major or minor.
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BIO 425x - Biology/Chemistry Research Seminar (1/4 credit; non-yearly, consult department)
A research seminar of in-progress studies in chemistry and biology by Northwestern students, faculty and selected invited guests from other institutions. Features presentation, discussion, analysis and critique of original research.
Note: Course may be repeated. Graded on a pass/no pass basis. Student must attend 90% of the total number of seminars offered during the semester to receive a passing grade.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in chemistry.
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CHE 425x - Biology/Chemistry Research Seminar (1/4 credit; non-yearly, consult department)
A weekly research seminar of in- progress studies in chemistry and biology by Northwestern students, faculty and selected invited guests from other institutions. Featuchemistry: Proteins and Metabolism A fundamental course surveying biomolecres presentation, discussion, analysis and critique of original research.
Note: Course may be repeated. Graded on a pass/no pass basis. Student must attend 90% of the total number of seminars offered during the semester to receive a passing grade.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
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KIN 333 - Biomechanics (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
Mechanical principles and concepts governing human movement are examined, with an emphasis on analyzing sport skills.
Note: Three lectures and one 90- minute laboratory period per week.
Prerequisite: KIN233.
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MAT 208 - Biostatistics (4 credits)
General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under mathematics)
This course covers the statistical concepts and methodology commonly used in the biological and health sciences. Topics include: descriptive statistics, probability, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression, contingency tables and non-parametric tests.
Note: Meets four times per week. Students may receive credit for only one course among MAT116, MAT117 and MAT208.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MAT090, an ACT math score of 20 or above (SAT 480 or above), or a passing score on MAT090 placement exam.
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KIN 112 - Bowling (1 credit)
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MUS 228 - Brass (1/2 credit)
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MUS 189 - Brass Class (1 credit, non-yearly, consult department)
This class is designed for non-majors and for majors who desire class instruction in areas of secondary emphasis. The classes deal with ensemble literature, technical development and sight-reading.
Note: This class may be repeated. Class instruction is offered in piano, voice, guitar, percussion, brass and woodwind performance.
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CSC 102 - Business Computing (2 credits)
This course serves as an introduction to common business- oriented computer technologies and issues. Computer applications, misuse and the ethical use of computers in business are explored in detail. Current software applications are studied through laboratories, demonstrations and assignments. Students will learn advanced uses of application programs including spreadsheet processing and information processing with databases.
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ESL 205 - Business English (2 credits)
This course is designed to meet the needs of international students who intend to study business at an American institution or whose primary reason in learning English is for conducting business. The course focuses on learning business concepts and terminology as well as improving communication skills.
Prerequisites: ESL251 or 201, and concurrent enrollment in ESL203, or permission of instructor.
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BUS 218 - Business Ethics (2 credits)
This course is a study of basic ethical theories including the Christian impact on ethics. It includes applications of ethical decision-making to business problems and cases.
Prerequisites: sophomore class standing and completion of at least two courses in business, economics or accounting.
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BUS 321 - Business Law I (3 credits)
This course is designed to acquaint students with the legal principles which, when followed, allow business transactions to run smoothly and with predictability. The topics include contracts, agency and property law, plus criminal law, torts, the Uniform Commercial Code, the litigation process and alternatives to litigation. Both business and non-business students can benefit from this basic course on Anglo-American law.
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BUS 322 - Business Law II (3 credits)
A continuation of Business Law I, this course looks at sales transactions in more detail. It also focuses on the legal differences between sole proprietorships, partnerships and the corporate business structure. In addition, students learn the significance of negotiable instruments, learn how to minimize risk in credit transactions, study federal regulations of business, and look at the bankruptcy code.
Prerequisite: BUS321 or permission of instructor.
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BUS 402 - Business Research (3 credits)
In this course, students learn to identify research needs, select research techniques, design research projects, develop research instruments and understand descriptive statistics methods. The goal is to equip them for reading, interpreting and conducting business research.
Prerequisites: BUS200 and MAT117.
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BUS 403 - Business Strategy (3 credits)
This capstone course is designed to assist students in analyzing and synthesizing the material covered in other courses throughout their studies. It focuses on an integrated approach to management decision-making using all of the functional areas of business.
Prerequisite: completion of business core and senior class standing.
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PHI 244 - C.S. Lewis and the Inklings (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
General Education Requirement / Option: general education option under philosophy
An exploration of the philosophical themes found in the writings of the Christian writing group “the Inklings,” focusing heavily on the fiction of C.S. Lewis.
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MAT 111 - Calculus for Management, Life and Social Sciences (3 credits)
General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under mathematics)
A calculus course for non-majors that emphasizes applications and techniques that are of significance in business, biology, health and social sciences. Applications involving both differential and integral calculus are included.
Note: Does not count toward a math major or minor.
Prerequisite: C- or higher in MAT109, or an ACT math score of at least 22 (SAT 520 or above), or permission of mathematics department chair.
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MAT 112 - Calculus I (4 credits)
General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under mathematics)
A study of functions, limits, derivatives and integrals with a strong emphasis on both theory and applications.
Note: Meets four times per week.
Prerequisite: C- or higher in MAT109, or an ACT math score of at least 24 (SAT 550 or above), or permission of mathematics department chair.
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MAT 211 - Calculus II (4 credits)
A study of transcendental functions, techniques of integration, improper integration, sequences, series, polar coordinates and conic sections.
Note: Meets four times per week.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MAT112 or permission of instructor.
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MAT 212 - Calculus III (4 credits)
A study of the cylindrical and spherical coordinate systems, vectors in two dimensions and three dimensions, vector valued functions, functions of several variables, multiple integration, and vector calculus.
Note: Meets four days per week.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MAT211 or permission of instructor.
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REL 370 - Calvin and Calvinism (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
A study of John Calvin’s INSTITUTES OF THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION, as well as a survey of other varieties of Reformed theology, including later Calvinism.
Prerequisite: REL262
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BIO 310 - Cell Biology (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
A study of the structure and function of cells and of their subcellular organelles. Structural detail will be described to the level of macromolecular assemblages. Wherever possible, function will be described in terms of the molecular mechanisms that underlie biological processes.
Note: Includes three lectures and 1 1/2 hours of lab per week.
Prerequisites: BIO115, 116, and CHE101, 102, or CHE111, 112
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MUS 273 - Cello (1-2 credits)
Private instruction is offered in keyboard, voice, brass, woodwind, percussion and string performance.
Note: Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lessons are offered every semester and may be repeated. MUS252, Lead Sheet Piano does not count toward class or private instruction in piano requirement for majors or minors. An advanced student may elect to take an hour lesson each week in his/her major area of performance. Practice and repertoire requirements are doubled.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
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ART 215 - Ceramics (4 credits)
The art of working with clay and other ceramic materials. Emphasis will be upon learning the fundamentals of three-dimensional design and achieving an understanding of clay as a unique art form. Techniques include hand-building sculptural and functional forms, and learning the basics of throwing on the wheel and glazing.
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MUS 420 - Chamber Opera (1/2 credit, non- yearly, consult department)
The study of a selected chamber opera (operas) scene(s) from all periods. The course will involve rehearsal and performance. Students will present their product in the context of recitals or performances.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
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MUS 176 - Chamber Orchestra (1/4 credit)
Membership in each ensemble is by auditions held in the fall during the first week of classes.
Note: Ensembles may be repeated. Chamber Ensembles may be taken in lieu of private instruction for one semester in either the junior or senior year to meet scholarship requirements.
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EDU 235 - Characteristics of Learners with Mild and Moderate Disabilities (3 credits)
An overview of mild/moderate disabilities including historical and theoretical perspectives. Designed for students seeking reading, unified early childhood and special education endorsements.
Prerequisite: EDU206.
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EDU 300 - Characteristics of Young Children with Diverse Needs (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
The purpose of this course is to assist the pre-service teacher in acquiring information and developing skills in regard to working with the young child (ages 0-8) who has special needs. This course will examine normal and atypical patterns and sequences of development in infants and toddlers in the cognitive, language, motor, social, emotional, behavioral and sensory domains. Normal and atypical etiology will be examined. Developmental delays will be examined through various assessment methods. Early identification techniques, interventions and service delivery models will be examined. The medically fragile child as well as the child with multiple disabilities will be discussed in regard to assessment, interventions and service delivery models.
Note: This course includes 25 hours of field experience.
Prerequisites: EDU102 and 206.
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EDU 228 - Children’s Literature (2 credits)
This course focuses on the history of children’s literature and its uses in the classroom. This course provides an introduction to the criteria and selection of Children’s literature for elementary school students. Various genres are detailed, and ideas for curriculum integration are discussed. A study of illustrations and authors is included.
Note: This course includes 5 hours of field experience.
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