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ACC 215 - Principles of Financial Accounting (4 credits)
This course covers the basic introduction to financial management and financial accounting, including an understanding of the concepts, principles and practices in these areas.
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ACC 216 - Principles of Managerial Accounting (3 credits)
This course covers the basic concepts, principles and practice in managerial accounting, including the use of accounting in management decision- making.
Prerequisite: ACC215.
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ACC 306 - Cost Accounting (3 credits)
This course involves the study of cost systems and their use in decision-making by management. Emphasis is placed on the areas of cost-volume-profit analysis, job-order and process costing systems, budgets and standards, cost allocation and capital budgeting.
Prerequisites: ACC215 and 216.
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ACC 307 - Individual Income Tax (4 credits)
This is an introduction to current federal and state taxation laws and practices. The emphasis is on the federal income tax and its impact on accounting procedures and management decision-making.
Prerequisites: ACC215 and 216, or permission of chair of the business department.
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ACC 310 - Non-Profit and Governmental Accounting (2 credits)
This course provides coverage of accounting and reporting standards for not-for-profit organizations and state and local governments. It includes accounting for hospitals, college and universities, voluntary health and welfare organizations, and others. Coverage will also be provided for governmental, propriety and fiduciary type funds used in governments.
Prerequisites: ACC215 and ACC216 or permission of instructor.
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ACC 315 - Intermediate Accounting I (4 credits)
This course is a study of the development of accounting principles and practices as they apply to financial statements. Emphasis is placed on the development of the theory used in accounting practice.
Prerequisites: ACC215 and 216.
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ACC 316 - Intermediate Accounting II (4 credits)
This course is a continuation of the accounting principles and practices covered in Intermediate Accounting I. Special emphasis is on stockholders” equity and dilutive securities, special issues related to income measurement, and preparation and analysis of financial statements.
Prerequisite: ACC315.
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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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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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ACC 420 - CPA Review (1 credit)
This course will be a comprehensive review of material for the CPA exam, using a computerized review package.
Note: Graded on a pass/no pass basis.
Prerequisites: ACC415 and 418, or permission of the instructor.
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ACC 430WIx - Entity Tax and Law (4 credits) (Writing intensive)
This course is a continuation of Individual Income Tax and Business Law. This course will focus on the legal and tax differences between partnerships, LLC’s and the corporate business structure as well as how those differences impact management decision-making. Other topics covered may include federal regulation of business, estate planning and bankruptcy.
Prerequisites: ACC307 and BUS321 or permission of instructor.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in business.
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ACC 490SR - Senior Seminar in Accounting (2 credits)
This course serves as the capstone to the accounting major at Northwestern College. Through readings, journals, papers and oral presentations, students will reflect on their learning and connect it to their life after college as an accountant. Senior accounting students will have the opportunity to evaluate their success in meeting the goals of NWCore, synthesize their curricular and co-curricular learning experiences, and articulate the distinctives of being a Christian accountant.
Prerequisites: Senior status, ACC315 and ACC316, and the student’s last year at NWC; or permission of the instructor.
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AGR 101 - Introduction to Agricultural Business (4 credits)
This course will examine the foundational principles in livestock and crop production systems utilized in the Midwest. Basic cultural, management, scientific, and business principles used in the production of food and fiber will be covered. In addition, the course will incorporate agricultural safety and occupational hazards for developing competencies needed for agricultural work site.
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AGR 210 - Practicum in Agricultural Business (1 credit)
This course will provide practical work experience for students in the field of agricultural business.
Prerequisite: AGR101.
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AGR 330 - Agricultural Technology Systems (4 credits)
This course will provide exposure to many of the current technology advances utilized in modern agricultural production. Topics will include drones, global positioning systems, auto steer, variable rate technology, soil grid sampling, cloning, embryo transfer, robotic milking, laser cutting, and data analysis. This course will include numerous tours, demonstrations, and presentations.
Prerequisite: AGR101.
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AGR 340 - Agricultural Issues & Ethics (2 credits)
This course will examine many of the current issues and ethical arguments facing the agricultural industry today. Topics will include livestock production practices, animal rights issues, genetically modified crops, organic foods, water quality issues, climate change, conservation, energy use, food safety, land acquisition, and government farm programs.
Prerequisites: AGR101 and sophomore standing.
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AGR 410 - Agricultural Risk & Cost Management (4 credits)
In this course, we will analyze and review commodity marketing, marketing costs, governmental regulations, marketing information sources, pricing, distribution, competition, and retailing. In addition to marketing, we will examine the risk factors on the production side of agricultural products.
Prerequisites: AGR101 and ACC 216.
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AGR 417 - Agricultural Internship (3 credits may apply toward the major)
Prerequisite: approval by business department.
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ART 105AE - Introduction to Studio (4 credits) (NWCore option under Aesthetic Experience)
This course introduces students to studio art media and the basics of two and three-dimensional design. Art terms and concepts will be explained, and essential vocabulary will be utilized. Basic problems of aesthetics and the nature of art will be explored throughout the course. Emphasis is upon learning creative problem solving using visual media. Art history is introduced in the presentation of projects. Studio projects, discussions and criticism of art works are features of the course.
Note: A fee is associated with this course.
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ART 142AE - World Art History (4 credits; alternate years, consult department) (NWCore option under Aesthetic Experience)
ART 142AE provides a survey of art from across the globe. Students will study the development of art and artistic styles by examining key visual works and pertinent social, political, and philosophical ideas and events. We explore the connections between art and religion throughout aesthetic history. Through written responses, quizzes, and projects, students will explore the impact of art, and learn how to articulate thoughts clearly and tactfully.
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ART 164 - Photography I (2 credits)
Taught as a medium of creative expression or as an art form and as a journalistic tool. Film processing and printing are taught as well as camera techniques, darkroom procedures and presentation of work for exhibitions.
Note: A fee is associated with this course.
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ART 176WI - Foundations of Multimedia Storytelling (4 credits) (Writing intensive)
This course is specifically designed to emphasize multimodal composition and to help students engage with writing, design, and meaning making in more diverse ways. The assignments students do for this class draw upon communication strategies used by institutions outside of universities, such as museums, since their mission is to promote understanding of diverse knowledges among diverse people groups by facilitating effective and strategic multimedia storytelling. As a result, this course is scaffolded so that each unit assignment adds two modes of communication. The first unit emphasizes linguistic and visual modes. The second unit highlights auditory and gestural, and the final unit focuses on all modes by adding spatial and material modes. Ultimately then, this course is about storytelling and the many rhetorical choices a speaker, writer, and digital content creator must make along the way.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in English.
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ART 206 - Drawing (4 credits)
Drawing will emphasize learning how to perceive the three- dimensional world and render it on paper using the most simple and direct drawing media. Drawing will form the foundation of work in other media. Design fundamentals will be a significant part of the course.
Note: Class critiques are used to learn formal vocabulary, find content in drawings and understand fine art. A fee is associated with this course.
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ART 215 - Ceramics I (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.
Note: A fee is associated with this course.
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ART 220 - Graphic Design I (4 credits)
Graphic Design I is an introduction to the computer applications used in the communication, design and publishing fields. There will be an introduction to graphic design problems and projects in order to learn how these applications all work together.
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ART 230 - Design: Theory and Practice (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
Study of the language of visual art including the elements and principles of design. Emphasis on learning creative problem solving and activities that focus upon the making and criticism of design projects in response to specific problems. The ethics and stewardship of design, and its influence on society and culture are considered.
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ART 235 - Integrating Art for Elementary Classroom Teachers (1 credit)
Methodology of teaching art concepts to elementary-aged students integrated into the elementary curriculum. Studio projects, textbook study, and lectures are included.
Note: Does not count toward an art major or minor.
Prerequisite: EDU326.
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ART 244 - Painting (4 credits)
Introduces students to the techniques of oil, acrylic and water color painting. Students will learn to understand compositional form and color relationships. Historical examples of painting are examined and different methods of painting are demonstrated. Class critiques are used to learn formal vocabulary and achieve an understanding of subject style and content in painting.
Note: A fee is associated with this course.
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ART 265 - Photography II (2 credits)
The fundamentals of photography as an art medium and a journalistic tool are used to develop an individual style or method of composing and printing photographs. This individual aesthetic approach will be seen in all the work presented at the end of the course.
Note: A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisite: ART164.
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ART 308 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Art (2 credits; alternate years, consult department)
The content, techniques and media for teaching art at the secondary education level. This course requires a 30 hour practicum and is required of each candidate seeking an endorsement in this content area.
Note: Does not count toward an art major or minor.
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ART 315 - Ceramics II (4 credits)
This course is a continuation of ceramics instruction including intermediate hand building, wheel throwing, and mold making techniques. Students will be introduced to advanced ceramics topics such as clay formulation, glaze chemistry, and photographing ceramic work. Students will learn through both instructor demonstrations and lectures. Projects involve critiques, which are designed to constructively affirm and challenge student progress.
Note: A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequsite: ART215.
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ART 317 - Sculpture I (4 credits)
Students will use a variety of three-dimensional materials and methods to explore the question: What makes good design? Stressing practice before theory, students will manipulate and construct designs that reveal and embody the principles underlying good design. Students will focus on the development of strong ideas, creativity, and problem solving skills. Work must demonstrate effective execution and conceptual clarity, and students must be able to articulate their process and concept.
Note: A fee is associated with this course.
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ART 320 - Graphic Design II (4 credits)
Graphic Design II is a course for students to gain the understanding of what good design is and how to clearly communicate with it. Students will produce finished examples of graphic design with a specific use in mind such as advertising, public information, business communication, etc.
Prerequisite: ART220.
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ART 325 - Special Topics in Art (2 credits; alternate years, consult department)
A course providing the opportunity to do a concentrated study in the field of art, art history and/or design.
Note: May be taken more than once provided a different topic is studied.
Prerequisites will be determined by instructor and department according to the topic of the course.
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ART 331WI - Art Since 1940 (4 credits; alternate years, consult department) (Writing intensive)
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.
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ART 342 - Printmaking (4 credits)
This course will provide an introduction to the foundational printmaking techniques of: intaglio, lithography, relief and monotype. Demonstrations and individual assistance will help you gain technical proficiency, while in-class discussions and critiques will help you cultivate unique visual ideas. Reading assignments and responsive essays will allow you to consider questions inherent in printmaking and hone your ability to put visual phenomena into words.
Note: A fee is associated with this course.
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ART 410 - Applied Design (2 credits)
This is a project-based experience for students within the Arts. Discipline-specific projects will be designed by students in consultation with a faculty advisor. Students will integrate concepts and skills learned throughout their program of study alongside an exploration of what it means to respond to God’s call vocationally and personally.
Prerequisites: Art, Graphic Design, Art Therapy or Creative Industries-Visual Art major, or permission of instructor; junior class standing.
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ART 417 - Internship (2 credits may apply toward the major)
An internship to provide the student with opportunities to learn and to apply the knowledge, principles, and abilities gained from the curriculum. Opportunities are available in professional art studios, graphic design studios, galleries, museums and printing houses.
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ART 418 - Sculpture II (4 credits)
This course expands on 3D design and sculptural techniques alongside the development of conceptual ideas. Students will create projects that explore each student’s personal interests in both material and concept, considering technical skill, creative problem-solving, innovation, and creative ideation.
Note: A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisite: ART317
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ART 450SRx - Aesthetic Experience and the Christian Faith (2 credits)
In this Senior Seminar, students will explore how aesthetic philosophy and theology connect their creative and analytical work in the arts, and how such ideas and practices are mutually formative. Building on philosophical and theological frameworks, students will compose aesthetic philosophy statements and curate portfolios that demonstrate aspects of their statements. Students will examine how their interests and talents in the arts relate to faith, calling, and vocation.
Prerequisite: Art and Design or English department major or permission of instructor.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in English.
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AUS 322 - Aquatic Biology
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AUS 322 - Aquatic Biology
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AUS 361 - Field Biology in Spring
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AUS 365 - Insect Ecology of Streams, Forests and Fields
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BIO 101SN - Introduction to Environmental Science (4 credits) (NWCore option under Science and the Natural World)
An introduction to an understanding of Earth’s basic life support systems, the impact of human activity on such systems, and the ethical basis and strategies for human response to environmental degradation.
Note: Includes 1 1/2 hours of lab per week. Does not count toward a biology major or minor. A fee is associated with this course.
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BIO 102SN - Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology (4 credits) (NWCore option under Science and the Natural World)
An introduction to the structure and function of the human body.
Note: Includes 1 1/2 hours of lab per week. Does not count toward a biology major or minor. A fee is associated with this course.
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BIO 110SN - Introduction to Life Science (4 credits) (NWCore option under Science and the Natural World)
This course explores life processes common to plants, animals, and protists; cell structure and function; biodiversity; an introduction to genetics; biochemistry and development; evolution and ecology. Laboratory exercises will help students explore each topic using the scientific method. Hypothesis forming, data analysis and reporting are essential components of the laboratory. Accompanying materials introduce students to Christian perspectives on current issues in molecular genetics, evolutionary theory and creation stewardship.
Note: Does not count toward a biology major or minor. A fee is associated with this course.
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BIO 115SN - General Biology: Molecular and Cellular Biology (4 credits) (NWCore option under Science and the Natural World)
An introduction to molecular and cellular biology, with an examination of the processes common to living organisms and an introduction to the diversity of life, emphasizing unicellular organisms. This introduction will provide students with a basic understanding of macromolecules, cell structure and function, respiration and photosynthesis, the cell cycle, meiosis, genetics, mechanisms of evolutionary change, and Christian perspectives on evolutionary biology.
Note: Three lectures and 3 hours of laboratory work per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisite: Combined Math + Science ACT of at least 44, sophomore standing, or permission of instructor.
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BIO 116 - General Biology: Ecology and Organismal Biology (4 credits)
An introduction to organismal biology and ecology. Structure and function of representatives from the plant and animal kingdom are emphasized. In addition, students will be introduced to basic ecological concepts and Christian perspectives on stewardship.
Note: Three lectures and 3 hours of laboratory work per week. A fee is associated with this course.
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BIO 121 - Introduction to Human Anatomy (4 credits)
An introduction to the anatomical structures of the human body. The focus of the course will be on structures of: cells, tissues, organs and organ systems. The systems studied will include (but not necessarily limited to) integument, bone, skeletal system (including joints), muscle, cardiovascular, nervous, lymphatic, endocrine, respiratory, renal, reproductive and gastrointestinal.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week as well as lab practical examinations using either dissected organs from an animal source or A.D.A.M. interactive anatomy. Does not count toward a biology major or minor. A fee is associated with this course.
Concurrent requisite: CHE101SN or 111.
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BIO 122 - Introduction to Human Physiology (4 credits)
An introduction to the physiology of the human body. The focus of the course will be on homeostasis and the function of: biomolecules, cells and tissues, organs and organ systems. The contribution of each of the following organ systems to physiologic homeostasis will be examined: nervous, muscle, cardiovascular, endocrine, respiratory, renal, reproductive and gastrointestinal.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week which will emphasize the measurement of organ system function. Does not count toward a biology major or minor. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisite or Concurrent requisite: CHE101SN or CHE108SN or CHE111.
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BIO 200 - SEA-PHAGES: Discovery (2 credits)
Discovery is a laboratory-only course focused upon the discovery and characterization of bacteriophages, viruses which infect bacteria, also known as phages. It includes the isolation, purification and amplification of new phages from environmental samples using a specific bacterial host. Characterization of each phage includes DNA isolation and electron microscopic visualization of the isolated virus. This course represents the first component of Northwestern participation in the Science Education Alliance - Phage Hunters Advancing Genomics and Evolutionary Science (SEA-PHAGES) project. The course will provide students an authentic scientific research by discovering bacterial viruses which have never been isolated before.
Note: A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisities: BIO115SN and CHE101SN or CHE111.
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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 202WI - Genetics and Genomics (4 credits) (Writing intensive)
An introduction to the principles of heredity and their practical applications.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO115 or 116.
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BIO 203 - Microbiology (4 credits)
A study of the morphology and physiology of microorganisms with special emphasis on bacteria and viruses. Those organisms that have an economic or medical importance will be highlighted, and basic laboratory techniques will be stressed.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO115SN or BIO122 and CHE102 or CHE108SN or CHE112.
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BIO 205 - Ecology (4 credits)
A study of the processes determining the distribution and abundance of organisms in space and time, their exchange of matter and energy with their environment, the measurement of these phenomena, and the application of ecological knowledge in the care of creation.
Note: Course includes required field trips and 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO115 and 116
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BIO 221 - Human Anatomy (4 credits)
A study of the gross structure of the systems of the human body.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisite: BIO102SN, 115 or permission of instructor.
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BIO 222 - Human Physiology (4 credits)
A study of the mechanisms by which the human body functions. Emphasis will be given to nerve and muscle function, and thereafter to hormonal control and the integrated systems that allow for respiratory, digestive, excretory and reproductive activities.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO102SN or 115 and CHE101SN, 102 or CHE111, 112 or permission of instructor.
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BIO 250 - Special Topics (2-4 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
Courses and topics not taught on a regular basis are assigned to this category. Extended field trips for which credit is offered also fall into this category.
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BIO 307 - Histology (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
A study of the microscopic structure of cells, tissues and organs in vertebrate animals with special emphasis on human tissues. An effort is made to correlate structure and function and highlight important pathologies.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO115 and 116.
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BIO 309 - Plant Taxonomy (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
An introduction to principles of classification of plants and characteristics of major plant families with emphasis on the plants of the Midwest. Includes field study and laboratory practice in identifying, collecting and preserving plants.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO116 or permission of instructor.
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BIO 310WI - Cell Biology (4 credits; alternate years, consult department) (Writing intensive)
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 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO115, 116, and CHE101SN, 102, or CHE111, 112.
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BIO 312 - Invertebrate Zoology (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
A survey of the structure, function, classification and behavior of animals without backbones. Special attention is given to those which are parasitic in nature.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO115 and 116.
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BIO 315WI - Immunology (4 credits; alternate years, consult department) (Writing intensive)
The basis of the immune system throughout the animal kingdom is the ability to recognize “self” from “not-self”. This course will investigate the molecular and cellular mechanisms that allow organisms to recognize, control and eliminate such not-self entities as bacterial pathogens, foreign tissue grafts and even transformed cells.
Note: Includes three lectures and 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO115, 116 and CHE101SN, 102 or CHE111, 112.
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BIO 320 - Pharmacology (4 credits)
A survey of the pharmacologic basis of therapeutics beginning with an introduction to the principles of pharmacology. This is followed by a survey of the more important drugs used in medicine with emphasis on mechanism of action, clinical use, and adverse effects.
Prerequisites: BIO122 or BIO222 and CHE102 or CHE108SN or CHE112.
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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. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisite: CHE321.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in chemistry.
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BIO 327WI - Biochemistry: Molecular Genetics (4 credits) (Writing intensive)
This course focuses on the structure and function of nucleic acids and examines the biochemical techniques involved in gaining knowledge regarding replication, transcription and translation of genetic information, and control of gene expression.
Note: Includes 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO115SN and CHE321 and CHE322, or BIO202WI.
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BIO 330 - Topics in Ecology (1-4 credits; a minimum of 4 credits will be offered per year)
Advanced studies of the function and structure of local ecological communities and/or life forms. Courses will emphasize the use of fieldwork, research projects and/or primary literature.
Note: Course may include required field trips and 3 lab hours per week. A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO205 or permission of instructor.
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BIO 331 - Aquatic Ecology (4 credits)
Advanced study of the function and structure of marine, lentic, and lotic environments. The study of these interactions occurs at many scales and includes a wide variety of disciplines (i.e. mathematics, physics, chemistry, hydrology, biology). This course is an overview of aquatic ecology emphasizing a field-oriented, experimental approach to ecological analysis. The fieldwork will focus on local stream communities.
Prerequisite: BIO205. With instructor approval, juniors and seniors may enroll in Aquatic Ecology and BIO205 concurrently.
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BIO 332 - Vertebrate Ecology (4 credits)
Advanced ecological study of vertebrate populations, communities, ecosystems, and behavior. Course emphasizes fieldwork, research projects, and primary literature. Course includes 3 hours of laboratory per week.
Prerequisites: BIO116 and BIO205 or approval of instructor.
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BIO 335 - SEA-GENES (2 credits)
In this course, students will design, implement, and interpret experiments that will uncover the function of phage genes. Students will generate a gene expression library for a phage genome collaboratively. Then, each student will test the ability of a subset of phage gene products to modulate bacterial host phenotypes. Students will screen genes of interest against the bacterial host proteome to identify putative host target(s) using a two-hybrid assay. Putative interactions revealed by the two-hybrid assay will represent phage-host interaction pairs, linking phage genes to host phenotypes, proteins, and processes. SEA-GENES is part of the Howard Hughes Medical Institutes’s (HHMI) Science Education Alliance (SEA).
Note: A fee is associated with this course.
Prerequisites: BIO115SN/BIO116, CHE101SN/102 or 111/112, BIO202WI or BIO200 with preference given to students who have completed (or are taking concurrently) both BIO202WI and BIO200 and/or are in the Honors Program and are taking this course with an honors component.
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BIO 350 - Special Topics (2-4 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
Courses and topics which are of special interest to faculty and students but which are not offered on a regular basis may be assigned this number.
Prerequisites: appropriate 200-level biology courses.
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BIO 351 - Physical Therapy Field Experience (2 credits)
The experience acquaints the student more fully with the profession of physical therapy. Most professional schools of physical therapy require applicants to have had practical experience.
Note: Graded on a pass/no pass basis.
Prerequisites: sophomore class standing, physical therapy pre-professional, minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00.
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BIO 352 - Veterinary Medicine Field Experience (2 credits)
Under the overall supervision of the pre-veterinary advisory committee the student will spend time in clinic and on call observing the work of local veterinarians. An attempt will be made to expose the student to as many different veterinary specializations as possible.
Note: Graded on a pass/no pass basis.
Prerequisites: junior class standing, veterinary medicine pre-professional.
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BIO 353 - Conservation of Natural Resources Field Experience (2 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
The student would work under the supervision of persons involved in conservation work at the site of the cooperating agency.
Note: Graded on a pass/no pass basis.
Prerequisite: junior class standing and prior arrangement.
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BIO 354 - Developmental Biology (2 credits)
The wonder of a fertilized egg directing its own development into an adult organism is nearly unfathomable in its complexity. However, technological advances have begun to shed light on the fundamental biochemical mechanisms that guide development. This course is designed to introduce students to these discoveries. This course will allow a student to gain an understanding of how a single fertilized cell develops into a complex multicellular organism by examining the overall structure of the embryo as well as what is occurring at the molecular level. Course topics include the fundamental processes of development, including fertilization, cleavage, gastrulation, and select organogenesis. Students will also gain an appreciation for the historical, philosophical, and ethical perspectives in developmental biology.
Prerequisites: BIO115SN and either BIO202WI or BIO203.
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BIO 355 - Biochemical and Molecular Foundations of Cancer (4 credits)
An introduction to the biochemical foundations and molecular biology of cancer. The focus of this course will be on the cellular alterations that enable the development and progression of cancer. Specific attention will be given to relevant protein pathways, metabolic alterations, genetic modifications, and the subsequent impact on cellular behavior. Specific case studies of cancer types and emerging therapeutics will also be discussed.
Prerequisites: CHE111 & CHE112 and BIO122 or BIO222; BIO202 or BIO327 recommended.
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BIO 360 - Pathophysiology (4 credits)
An introduction to the pathophysiology associated with the disease states of the human body. The focus of the course will be on disruptions in homeostasis as the result of organ system malfunction or failure. The pathophysiology associated with the following systems will be examined: blood, cells and cell growth, nervous, muscle, cardiovascular, endocrine, respiratory, renal, reproductive and gastrointestinal.
Prerequisites: BIO122 or BIO222 and CHE102 or CHE108SN or CHE112.
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BIO 393 - Research Experience (1 credit)
A research experience for biology ecological science majors in fulfillment of the department’s field skills requirement. The research experience course shall be designed to provide credit and documentation of a field experience. During enrollment in the research experience course, the student shall, under supervision of department faculty, analyze data collected during the field experience, organize and synthesize such data into a professional scientific paper, submit such a paper to an appropriate, peer-reviewed journal and make subsequent response to the journal pursuant to publication. Departmental approval required.
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BIO 417 - Internship (4 credits may apply toward the major)
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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 term to receive a passing grade.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in chemistry.
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BIO 450SR - Science and Christian Faith (3 credits)
Science and Christian Faith is a senior seminar course designed for biology and chemistry majors. The course revisits the three FYS course questions: Who am I? Who are my neighbors? How will we live in the world? Our thoughtful examination of these three questions will draw on knowledge gained from your biology and chemistry courses, but also integrates broadly with your liberal arts education (religion, philosophy, etc.) as we explore questions of origins, creation care, and bioethics and through the lens of Christian faith and theology. The readings, written assignments, oral presentations, and discussions will lead us to consider how God calls us, as scientists and people of faith, to be agents of redemption in our world.
Prerequisites: senior biology or chemistry major. Junior biology or chemistry majors who cannot take this course during their senior year may request permission from their advisor who will consult with the department chairs to register.
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BTS 150 - Christian Story I: Biblical Tradition (4 credits)
This course presents an overview of and orientation to the Bible, focusing on its content, character, role in the Christian faith, and covenant themes of creation, fall, redemption, and new creation. This course begins the development of theological thinking for academic study in the liberal arts and equips students for the task of integrating faith and learning in their academic work. Students should complete this course by the end of their second term.
Note: Does not count toward a religion major or minor.
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BTS 250 - Christian Story II: Theological Tradition (4 credits)
This course presents an overview and orientation to Christian theology focusing on its formation, content, role in the Christian faith throughout Church history, and its interpretation of key biblical subjects such as God, Christ, creation, sin, redemption, church, and new creation. This course completes the Christian Story sequence and prepares students for a lifetime of critical thinking and faithful living from a biblical-theological perspective. Students should complete this course by the end of their fourth term.
Note: Does not count toward a religion major or minor.
Prerequisite: BTS150.
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BTS 260 - Christian Ethics (2 credits, offered at the discretion of the department, consult department)
A biblically based, theologically and historically informed study of both personal and social moral issues from a Christian perspective.
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BTS 280 - Topics in the History of Christianity (4 credits)
A survey of the development of Christianity from the apostolic period to the contemporary world. Themes examined will include the separation of Church and Synagogue, Christianity in the Roman Empire, ecumenical councils, missionary expansion of the church in Europe and Asia, monasticism, the church in the High Middle Ages, the Protestant and Catholic Reformations, Confessionalism and the Wars of Religion, Puritanism, Pietism, The Enlightenment, Christianity and European Colonialism, Revivalism, Modernism and Evangelicalism, modern missionary expansion, the ecumenical movement, and Christianity as a global religion.
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BTS 290 - Mission and Justice (4 credits)
A general overview of the biblical-theological foundations and historical context of whole Christian mission, with special emphasis upon the modern cross-cultural mission theories, international and community development, and the theory and practice of restorative justice.
Prerequisite: BTS250 or permission of instructor.
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BTS 295 - Intercultural Communication (2 credits)
Christian ministry and mission is essentially an ongoing process of interacting effectively with others in ways appropriate to one’s message and global/local contexts. By providing a progressively integrated understanding of intercultural issues, this course will enable students to apply principles of communication through their particular vocation or ministry so that they connect theory with models and practice to appropriately communicate the Gospel message across cultures and micro-cultures.
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BTS 310 - Christian Spirituality (2 credits)
A study of the meaning, purpose and practices of Christian spirituality as this has been understood in the Christian tradition. The course emphasizes the practice of spiritual disciplines and the relevance of spirituality in our contemporary world.
Prerequisite: BTS250.
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BTS 317 - Topics in Old Testament Studies (2 credits)
A study of a single book or larger section of the Old Testament or a current area of critical inquiry concerning the Old Testament. Possible topics include, but are not limited to, the Pentateuch, the Historical Writings, the Prophets, and the Poetic and Wisdom books.
Note: May be taken more than once provided a different topic is studied.
Prerequisites: BTS150 and sophomore class standing.
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BTS 322 - Topics in New Testament Studies (2 credits)
A study of a single book or larger section of the New Testament or a current area of critical inquiry concerning the New Testament. Possible topics include the Synoptic Gospels, the Book of Acts, the Johannine Literature, the Epistolary Literature, and the Apocalypse.
Note: May be taken more than once provided a different topic is studied.
Prerequisite: BTS150 and sophomore class standing.
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BTS 328WI - Biblical Interpretation (4 credits) (Writing intensive)
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. In this Writing Intensive course for Religion and CE/YM majors, students will develop research and writing skills that will benefit them in a variety of vocational paths within the field of religion.
Prerequisite: BTS150.
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BTS 335x - Theology and Church Ministry (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
In this course, students will explore the identity of the church by engaging biblical, historical, cultural, and missional perspectives, grounding the life and ministry of the church in God’s ministry to the world in Jesus Christ. More specifically, this course will focus on the nature and role of youth ministry as an expression of this ministry as students are called to enter into the experiences of young people within contemporary Western culture.
Prerequisite: BTS250.
Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in Christian education.
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BTS 345 - Theology of Worship (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
The purpose of this course is to thoughtfully examine the biblical, theological, and historical foundations of Christian worship, as well as the contemporary issues facing pastors and worship leaders in the 21st century. An important part of this discussion will be the exploration of worship skills and practices through reflection and participation, as well as the creation of liturgies for a variety of worship services.
Prerequisite: BTS250.
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