2009-10 Catalog 
    
    May 12, 2024  
2009-10 Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • THE 406 - Topics in Dramatic Literature

    (2 credits)
    Specific subject matter of this course will vary from semester to semester, but will focus on the study of dramatic literature from one genre or one playwright or one geographical area or one theme/value.

    Note: The course will be designed to welcome both majors and non- majors. The course may be taken more than once as long as the topic of study is different.

    Prerequisite: THE113.

  
  • BIO 330 - Topics in Ecology

    (2-4 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.

    Prerequisites: BIO205 or permission of instructor.

  
  • PHI 355 - Topics in Ethics

    (4 credits, non- yearly, consult department)
    An advanced study of some topic(s) in ethics.

    Prerequisite: PHI110 or 114.

  
  • HIS 320 - Topics in European/World History

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    General Education Requirement / Option: (European/world history)

    A reading and research seminar focusing on selected topics in European history. The time period and the topic under consideration will vary.

    Note: May be taken more than once provided a different topic is studied.

    Prerequisites: HIS101 and 102 or permission of instructor.

  
  • PSC 330 - Topics in International Problems

    (2-4 credits, non-yearly, consult department)
    This course explores a particular problem in international politics, using descriptive, theoretical and normative perspectives. Issues addressed may include war, ethics and foreign policy, and hunger. We will explore relevant Christian thinking to assess proposed solutions.

    Note: May be taken more than once provided a different topic is studied.

  
  • KIN 240 - Topics in Kinesiology

    (3 credits, non-yearly, consult department)
    A topical and selective study of issues and/or trends in kinesiology.

    Note: May be taken more than once provided a different topic is studied.

  
  • REL 392 - Topics in Missiology

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    A topical and selective study of major missiological themes, permitting students to read and reflect intensively upon the nature and challenge of Christian mission. Topics will vary from year to year. Sample topics might include Religious Conversion, The Finality of Christ in a Pluralistic World, Interfaith Dialogue, Contextualization, Women in Mission Yesterday and Today.

    Note: This course may be repeated for credit provided a different topic is studied.

    Prerequisite: REL294 or permission of instructor.

  
  • REL 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, the Apocalypse.

    Note: May be taken more than once provided a different topic is studied.

    Prerequisite: REL110 and sophomore class standing.

  
  • REL 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: REL110 and sophomore class standing.

  
  • REL 385 - Topics in Religion

    (2-4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    A study of an interdisciplinary area of religion, not sufficiently covered by other courses, in response to student or faculty interests.

    Note: This course may be repeated for credit provided a different topic is studied.

    Prerequisite: REL262 or permission of instructor.

  
  • SWK 230 - Topics in Social Work

    (2-4 credits)
    A study of selected topics in social work which are not adequately covered in other courses. This course would be offered as a response to student or faculty needs and/or interests. Possible topics could include: child welfare, grief and loss, crisis intervention, gerontology, disabilities, mental health, violence/abuse, health care issues and policy, international social work, substance abuse and diversity issues.

    Note: This course may be taken more than once provided a different topic is studied. 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.

  
  • REL 384 - Topics in the History of Christianity

    (2 credits, offered on demand or discretion of department, consult department)
    A historical study of a religious group, theological movement or important leader in the history of the Christian church.

    Note: This course may be repeated for credit provided a different topic is studied.

  
  • MAT 325 - Topics in the History of Mathematics

    (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)


    In this course, students will gain an appreciation for the development of mathematical thought through exploration of some of the fascinating and critical ideas in the history of mathematics. Topics include historical proofs of results students have encountered in previous mathematical study; along with some results, which will be new.

     

    Prerequisites: MAT180 and MAT211

  
  • REL 375 - Topics in Theology

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    A study of one or more standard areas of theology, (such as the doctrines of Revelation, God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, Humanity, Salvation, the Church, and Last Things) from a classical as well as a contemporary perspective.

    Note: The course may be repeated for credit provided a different topic is studied.

    Prerequisites: REL110 and 262.

  
  • EDU 309 - Transition for Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    A study of the job opportunities and training for the adolescent mentally disabled student.

    Prerequisites: EDU206 and 235.

  
  • MUS 283 - Trombone

    (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.

  
  • MUS 281 - Trumpet

    (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.

  
  • MUS 267 - Tuba

    (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.

  
  • PHI 229 - Twentieth-Century Philosophy

    (4 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
    General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under philosophy)

    An introduction to some of the dominant philosophers and philosophical movements of the 20th century.

  
  • EDU 429 - Unified Early Childhood Student Teaching

    (4-8 credits)
    This practicum endorses the student to become a teacher in an elementary multicategorical resource program for children from birth to third grade by preparing the student to schedule, evaluate, collaborate, write IEPs and IFSPs, and to develop strategies to address special needs of children. The number of weeks/credits required for student teaching will be determined by the coordinator of student teaching and the chair of the department.

    Note: Graded on a pass/no pass basis.

    Prerequisite: KIN104 or current first aid and infant child CPR certification.

  
  • CSC 450 - Value Issues in Computing

    (2 credits)
    This course focuses on a range of social and ethical issues involved in computer science and computer use. Computer professionals have to face these issues and deal with them in a responsible way. Some issues discussed in the course include ethical decision making, software piracy, software protection, computer crime, privacy, errors and reliability, computers and the workplace, responsibility and reliability, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality.

  
  • BIO 280 - Vertebrate Zoology

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    An in-depth study of the major groups of vertebrate species. Topics include vertebrate taxonomy, classification, comparative vertebrate anatomy, physiology, behavior, and life histories.

    Note: Three lectures and 3 hours of laboratory work per week.

    Prerequisites: BIO115 and 116.

  
  • EDU 416 - Vertical Student Teaching

    (4-16 credits)
    A 4- to 16-week classroom experience of observation, participation and teaching grades K-12 in art, music, kinesiology or Spanish. The number of weeks/credits required for student teaching will be determined by the coordinator of student teaching and the chair of the department.

    Note: Graded on a pass/no pass basis.

  
  • 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.

  
  • COM 202 - Video Production

    (3 credits)
    Acquaints the student with the basic equipment, techniques, and procedures of video production, both in studio and on location. Attention to principles of videotape editing.

  
  • MUS 277 - Viola

    (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.

  
  • MUS 271 - Violin

    (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.

  
  • MUS 218 - Vocal Diction

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course is designed to acquaint the student with the singer’s pronunciation of English, French, German, Italian and Latin, using the standard International Phonetic Alphabet.

    Prerequisite: applied voice or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 217 - Vocal Pedagogy

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course deals with the vocal processes, including the anatomy and physiology of the vocal tract. Included in this course is a survey of pedagogical approaches and vocal literature appropriate for the beginning student.

    Prerequisite: MUS261 or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 261 - Voice

    (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.

  
  • MUS 181 - Voice Class

    (1 credit)
    This class is designed for the beginning singer and addresses the processes and mechanics of singing such as posture, breathing, tone production and diction. A rudimentary knowledge of note reading is expected.

    Note: This class may be repeated and must be taken prior to private voice instruction. Class instruction is offered in piano, voice, guitar, percussion, brass and woodwind performance.

  
  • GEN 312 - Washington, News & Public


  
  • KIN 127 - Weight Training

    (1 credit)
  
  • HIS 101 - Western Civilization to 1789

    (4 credits)
    General Education Requirement / Option: (general education requirement under history)

    This course acquaints students with the major periods and contours of Western Civilization from its roots in the ancient Near East through its development in the 18th century Enlightenment. Among the topics treated are the medieval centuries and the eras of the Renaissance and the Reformation.

    Note: Does not count toward a history major or minor.

  
  • MUS 175 - Women’s Choir

    (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.

  
  • MUS 228 - Woodwind

    (1/2 credit)
  
  • MUS 199 - Woodwind 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 sightreading.

    Note: This class may be repeated. Class instruction is offered in piano, voice, guitar, percussion, brass and woodwind performance.

  
  • AUS 315 - Woody Plants


  
  • EDU 314 - Working with Parents

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course is designed to investigate approaching trends and issues pertinent in developing professional relationships between the special education staff and other individuals associated with the special needs learner.

    Prerequisite: EDU206.

  
  • MUS 320 - World Musics

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    World Musics provides an overview of world music traditions and serves as an introduction to the field of ethnomusicology, giving special attention to the use of ethnomusicology in missions and the use of world musics in worship.

  
  • REL 390 - World Religions

    (4 credits)
    General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under cross-cultural studies)

    The major religions of India, East Asia and the Middle East are examined in the light of the Christian faith. This course emphasizes the interaction of religion and culture with a view to cross-cultural understanding. In-depth research into a specific culture and religion is required.

  
  • COM 315 - Writing and Design for the Web

    (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    Study of writing and design for a Web environment. Students will analyze Internet sites and design sites of their own, using a standard program for Web design.

    Prerequisites: ENG184 or equivalent and any of the following: COM263, ART220, ART230, or permission of instructor.

  
  • ENG 288 - Writing in the Professions

    (2 credits)
    A study of professional writing. In a writing workshop setting, students will learn to adjust style, tone and content to accomplish a definite purpose with an identified audience. They will also learn strategies for creating texts that are clear, concise and accurate. The course is especially useful for those whose career goals require facility in written communication, such as those studying marketing, public relations, advertising, management or law. All students will choose a professional to be their mentor on a writing project related to the career they are interested in. Students will also build a small portfolio of professional writing that includes letters, a memo, a resume and a research report.

    Prerequisites: sophomore class standing and ENG184 or ACT English score of 30 or above (SAT 680 or higher).

  
  • SPA 328 - Written Spanish Translation

    (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course is an introduction to the theory, methods, techniques and problems involved in basic translation. The first half of the semester will focus mostly on translating from Spanish to English. The second half of the course will involve general material from specific areas of life: popular culture, music, social sciences, education, business, medicine, the legal profession, etc., with translation exercises from both Spanish to English and English to Spanish.

    Note: Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisites: SPA202 and one 3-credit 300-level course.

 

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