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NTR 2110 - Introduction to Nutrition
Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide a foundational knowledge about nutrition as health science that discusses the nutrients essential for human life. Students will begin to learn and better understand the biochemical composition, metabolic action, requirements, and food sources of the nutrients studied. Students will also learn scientific basis for promoting health and quality of life. (3)
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NTR 2115 - Food and Culture
Credits: 3
This course is designed to examine food as learned behavior through ideas, beliefs and rules through culture. Students will gain a better understanding of how food habits function beyond providing calories and sustenance. This course will explore connections between what we eat and who we are through cross-cultural study of how personal identities and social groups are formed though food production, preparation, and consumption. We will study six different ethnic food systems (Western (American), Indian, Middle Eastern, Latin, Asian, European) and analyze them based on nutritional recommendations for health in cross-cultural settings.
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NTR 3110 - Nutrition through the Lifecycle
Credits: 3
This course is designed to address the nutritional needs as specific stages of human development: pregnancy, infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood including geriatrics. Students will be able to examine nutritional concerns, requirements, and metabolism through diet selection and promotion of health through the lifecycle. (3)
Prerequisite(s): NTR 2110
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NTR 3115 - Nutrition Education
Credits: 3
This course is designed to introduce students to the field of behavioral nutrition beginning with an overview of theories of health behavior and concluding with nutrition education techniques to promote effective behavior change from the individual to the community. Students will learn concepts on how to effectively address the personal and environmental influences affecting individuals’ food choices and assist them in adopting healthy behavior while designing effective nutritional education programs. This course integrates research, theory, and practice to provide advice and direction on designing, implementing, and evaluating theory-based nutrition education.(3)
Prerequisite(s): NTR 2110 - Introduction to Nutrition
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NTR 4110 - Nutrition for Sports and Exercise
Credits: 3
This course is designed to address nutritional parameters of sport and exercise performance with relation to energy production, nutrients for optimal performance, micro- and macronutrients, principles of balanced diets, timing and composition of intake, hydration, and nutritional needs for special situations. Students will be able to discuss the biochemical process of how nutrients are absorbed, metabolized and used within the body. This course will also prepare students who would like to sit for the International Society of Sports Nutrition certification to become a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN or ISSN-SNS). (3)
Prerequisite(s): NTR 2110 - Introduction to Nutrition
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PHE 2120 - Health Science & Personal Wellness
Credits: 3
This course provides an introduction to health science and personal wellness concepts. You will have the opportunity to build a foundation of knowledge that will help you actively pursue a healthy and well lifestyle. An introduction to and application of the foundations of physical, aerobic, and muscular fitness will be included. Strategies to maintain personal health and wellness, including weight control through nutrients and physical activity, will be covered. You will gain an understanding of the impact physical activity has on personal wellness as well as the broad spectrum of health science issues. This course provides information and experiences that will enable you to make informed decisions by incorporating healthy solutions as they relate to quality of life and longevity.
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PHI 1010 - Philosophy and Worldview
Credits: 3
This course acquaints you with key philosophies and worldviews today that come from various sources and that impact people’s understanding of reality and of the world. You will come to understand, recognize, and evaluate these various belief systems within the context of biblical Christianity. Such topics as the nature of God, the meaning of life, the nature of humanity, and morality will be covered. (3) Limited to online program students.
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PHI 2110 - Introduction to Philosophy
Credits: 3
In this course, you will explore some of the fundamental issues that must be addressed by anyone attempting to formulate a comprehensive understanding of things (worldview), and will examine primary texts in order to observe some of the very best thinking regarding these fundamental issues.
Undergraduate
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PHI 2610 - Introduction to Logic
Credits: 3
This is an introduction of the science of reasoning in both formal and informal logic, so that you can begin to accurately apply the logic/ mathematical properties of validity, satisfiability, consistency, logical truth, and logical equivalence.
Undergraduate
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PHI 3010 - Personal and Social Ethics
Credits: 3
In this course, you will study the history of ethics, ethical decision-making, personal character development, and build a framework of Christian personal and social ethics. You will learn to apply a biblical ethic to a range of contemporary issues. (3)
Undergraduate
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PHI 3010 - Personal and Social Ethics
Credits: 3
In this course, you will study the history of ethics, ethical decision-making, personal character development, and build a framework of Christian personal and social ethics. You will learn to apply a biblical ethic to a range of contemporary issues. (3)
Undergraduate
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PHI 3310 - Classical Philosophy
Credits: 3
In this history of philosophy course you will explore the central ideas of classical philosophy by reading central works of the presocratic and Greek philosophers that are foundational to the development of Western thought, politics, ethics, and religion.
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PHI 3320 - Medieval Philosophy
Credits: 3
In this history of philosophy course you will explore the central ideas of medieval philosophy by reading the central works of the medieval philosophers, which are characterized by the synthesis of classical Greek thought with Christian theology.
Undergraduate
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PHI 3330 - Modern Philosophy
Credits: 3
In this history of philosophy course you will explore the central ideas of modern philosophy by reading the central works of the modern philosophers that provide the basis for our present postmodern context.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 3310 or PHI 3320
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PHI 3340 - Contemporary Philosophy
Credits: 3
You will focus on questions and issues in various contemporary philosophical discussion, such as the question of identity, use of narrative, views on truth, explaining values, and relativism.
Undergraduate
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PHI 3500 - Philosophy of Science
Credits: 3
You will explore the fundamental questions at the intersection of science and philosophy. Topics can include Newtonian and Einstein’s models of the universe; scientific revolutions; the relationship between science and religion; global climate change, medicine, and ethics.
Undergraduate
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PHI 3510 - Philosophy of Human Nature
Credits: 3
This course introduces students to the philosophical study of human nature and the ethical implications of different metaphysical theories of humanity. Students will study a variety of accounts of what makes humans distinct from mere animals, and a variety of accounts of the philosophical grounds of human dignity and human rights. Students will learn to discern implications of these views for some of the pressing ethical questions of our time. (3) Prerequisite: PHI 2110
Prerequisite(s): PHI 2110
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PHI 3515 - Theory of Knowledge
Credits: 3
This course introduces students to the philosophical study of knowledge and related concepts, such as rational belief and epistemic justification, and the implications of various philosophical views for science, theology, politics, and everyday living. Content will include definitions of knowledge, skeptical challenges, accounts of epistemic justification and rationality, the epistemology of disagreement, and the epistemology of theology. (3) Prerequisite: PHI 2110
Prerequisite(s): PHI 2110
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PHI 3600 - Introduction to Political Science
Credits: 3
You will explore an introduction to political thought as it relations to the meaning of democracy, citizenship, justice, authority, and identity. Readings and discussions center on the themes and ideologies in the history of political thought as well as those dominant in Western political theory.
Undergraduate
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PHI 3610 - Introduction to Christian Apologetics
Credits: 3
This course introduces students to Christian apologetics: the task of giving a defense of the Gospel and Christian doctrine to contemporary intellectual and cultural challenges. Students will study specific challenges to Christian doctrines and responses to those challenges, as well as comparing and contrasting different approaches to the apologetic task (e.g., classical apologetics, presuppositionalist apologetics, etc.). (3)
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PHI 3920 - Philosophy Practicum
Credits: 3
In this practical application course, you will engage various professional development tasks that may include the following; develop a philosophical writing sample, submit a paper to a philosophy conference, attend a philosophy or political science conference, visit various law schools and take preparation programs for law school and graduate entrance exams. There will also be opportunities to work as volunteers in law offices and in various government offices.
Undergraduate
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PHI 3950 - Faculty Directed Study in Philosophy
Credits: 3
This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement of instructor. Consult with your academic advisor.
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PHI 4140 - Seminar in Ethics
Credits: 3
In this capstone course you will integrate Scripture, theology, and philosophy as they relate to who we are, what we should do, and living well. You will develop a Christian framework for ethical thinking and decision-making based on the Christian understanding of human nature as bearing the Image of God. Course limited to students classified as seniors.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 2110
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PHI 4700 - Philosophy of Law
Credits: 3
In this seminar-style course on philosophy of law, you will focus on the conceptual analysis of law, including Natural Law Theory, Legal Realism, and Hart’s Positivism. We will examine the following sorts of questions: What is the law? How is it different from other systems of norms, such as morality? In a second part of the course you will explore questions of normative jurisprudence.
Undergraduate
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PHI 4810 - Philosophy Seminar
Credits: 3
This is an advanced seminar in which you will explore a specific area of philosophy in greater depth. The areas generally chosen as topics for seminars will be Philosophy of Religion, Augustine, Political Philosophy, Aesthetics, or Ethical Theory. The format of the course is non-lecture, with individual student reading, writing, and class participation considered primary.
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PHI 4811 - Augustine Seminar
Credits: 3
This is an advanced seminar in which you will explore Augustine’s thought in greater depth. This course aims at developing both an in depth understanding of the content area but will also aim to develop your philosophical thinking and writing skills. The format of the course is non-lecture, with individual student reading, writing, and class participation considered primary.
Undergraduate
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PHI 4812 - Political Theory Seminar
Credits: 3
This is an advanced seminar in which you will explore Political Theory in greater depth. This course aims at developing both an in depth understanding of the content area but will also aim to develop your philosophical thinking and writing skills. The format of the course is non-lecture, with individual student reading, writing, and class participation considered primary.
Undergraduate
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PHI 4813 - Philosophy of Religion Seminar
Credits: 3
This is an advanced seminar in which you will explore Philosophy of Religion in greater depth. This course aims at developing both an in depth understanding of the content area but will also aim to develop your philosophical thinking and writing skills. The format of the course is non-lecture, with individual student reading, writing, and class participation considered primary.
Undergraduate
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PHI 4814 - Moral Theory Seminar
Credits: 3
This is an advanced seminar in which you will explore Moral Theory in greater depth. This course aims at developing both an in depth understanding of the content area but will also aim to develop your philosophical thinking and writing skills. The format of the course is non-lecture, with individual student reading, writing, and class participation considered primary.
Undergraduate
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PHI 5001 - Graduate Seminar in Philosophy
Credits: 3
This is a graduate-level seminar for higher-achieving students with the goal of introducing the student to graduate-level learning using a specific topic. Emphasis is placed on advanced reading and research within the topic, classroom seminar presentations with multiple presenters, and/or other learning activities that demonstrate appropriate critical thinking at the graduate level. Course admission is by permission of the instructor, and the course may be repeated once with different seminar content within the academic discipline.
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PHI 6950 - Faculty Directed Study in Philosophy
Credits: 3
A faculty member will direct your study as you participate in a seminar or pursue research in an area of special interest.
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PSY 1110 - Cultural Diversity
Credits: 3
This course introduces the application of diversity perspectives to social science research and practice. It emphasizes why all sub-disciplines within the social sciences need to understand diversity issues. Approaches for serving underserved groups will be examined with current theory and research applied. (3)
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PSY 2010 - Organizational and Industrial Psychology
Credits: 3
In this course, you will study and apply the science and theory behind how people predict and manage human behavior within an organization. Students will cover theories of motivation, cognitive psychology, leadership theories, ethics, performance management, team management, and organizational development. (3) Limited to online program students.
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PSY 2020 - Developmental Psychology
Credits: 3
This course is designed to explore human development from conception through death, looking at human development using the bio-psycho-social model from a Christian worldview. You will explore how we as humans share developmental similarities, yet are unique due to various factors such as temperament, personality, etc. (3) Limited to online program students.
Undergraduate
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PSY 2110 - General Psychology
Credits: 3
In this survey of scientific psychology you will focus on historical roots, human development, and the physiological basis of behavior, learning, motivation, perception, emotions, personality, socialization, and pathology. You will learn how to filter psychological data through biblical principles to help produce a biblically-consistent model of human psychology which can then be used in both Christian and non-Christian environments.
Undergraduate
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PSY 2300 - History and Systems of Psychology
Credits: 3
This course provides you an in-depth analysis of the theoretical, philosophical, valuational underpinnings of the major models/systems of modern and post-modern psychology.
Undergraduate
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PSY 3310 - Abnormal Psychology
Credits: 3
In this course you will learn about the causes, symptoms, assessment/classification, and prognosis of mental and emotional disorders. You will also focus on treatment and prevention, as well as the influence of personal faith and the local church upon mental health and functioning.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2110
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PSY 3320 - Cognition & Perception
Credits: 3
This course will provide you an overview of Cognitive Psychology and will explore our perception of the world around us. Cognitive theory and research will be examined and applied to our everyday experiences and mental processes. Topics include perception, attention, memory/forgetting, and language and information processing. (3)
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PSY 3330 - Psychology of Learning
Credits: 3
This is an in-depth study of learning, motivation, and change, and the implications this will have for teaching and counseling methods. You will focus on historical and modern cognitive research and testing, especially within the academic, relational, emotional, and spiritual arenas. You will also give particular attention to the development of biblical perspectives of learning theory.
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PSY 3370 - Human Growth and Development
Credits: 3
In this lifespan course you will examine developmental psychology covering the stages of physiological, psychological, sociological, and spiritual growth of the individual from conception to adulthood. You will analyze significant terms, theories, methods of assessment, and the biblical nature of the developing person. Special attention will be given to the cultural diversity of developing persons in varied learning environments.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2110
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PSY 3420 - Statistics for the Social Sciences
Credits: 3
This course is designed to introduce you to descriptive and inferential statistics. With this knowledge, you should then be better equipped to complete research projects in your chosen field of study. You will analyze a number of well-known statistical tests and research strategies and then demonstrate your ability to use the tests. After exploring population parameters and the proper uses of designated statistical tests, you will discover how to use computer applications to free yourself from the notation requirements and mechanics of the statistical tests, so the research process can become less tedious and more conceptual in nature. (3)
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PSY 3440 - Models and Applications of Counseling Psychology I
Credits: 3
This is the first of two sequential courses that are designed to introduce you to the common models and applications used in counseling psychology. You will examine in depth the models and the theoretical assumptions underlying the models, as well as the results of controlled outcome research. You will learn about several psychometric tests and you will practice the applications (techniques) studied in class, The class will discuss the ethical/legal requirements and issues that are part of every professional counseling relationship. This rigorous two-course sequence combines both cognitive and experiential learning methods.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2110
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PSY 3441 - Models and Applications of Counseling Psychology II
Credits: 3
This is the second of two sequential courses that is designed to introduce you to the common models and applications used in counseling psychology. You will examine in depth the models and the theoretical assumptions underlying the models, as well as the results of controlled-outcome research. You will learn about several psychometric tests, and you will practice the applications (techniques) studied in class, The class will discuss the ethical/legal requirements and issues that are part of every professional counseling relationship. This rigorous two-course sequence combines both cognitive and experiential learning methods.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 3440
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PSY 3920 - Psychology Practicum I
Credits: 3
This is an intensive, on-site experiential learning opportunity involving approximately 100 hours of direct, on-site service and requiring additional paperwork, feedback, and measurements of outcomes. Usually this practicum is taken during a student’s junior year. For this practicum, you are typically placed in a church- or other ministry-based setting where your work is supervised and evaluated by both a licensed/ordained site supervisor and a college faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 60 hours of college credit, with at least nine hours of psychology credit.
Undergraduate
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PSY 3950 - Faculty Directed Study in Psychology
Credits: 3
This is an in-depth independent study opportunity available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement of instructor. Consult with your academic advisor.
Undergraduate
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PSY 4010 - Abnormal Psychology
Credits: 3
Abnormal Psychology is designed to introduce students to models of thinking concerning mental health, mental disorders, and classification of mental disorders. You will be exposed to the range of thinking within the field of mental health and to help students understand the complexities of modern day classification of various mental disorders. You will be challenged to define what is considered normal and abnormal. You will become familiar with the bio-psycho-social-spiritual model of abnormal psychology, including the various theories developed and used to explain causes and treatments for mental disorders. All information will be compared and contrasted with a Christian worldview of the various theories and concepts of Abnormal Psychology. (3) Limited to online program students.
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PSY 4020 - Theories and Foundations of Counseling
Credits: 3
This course has three main purposes, which include analysis of several psychological theories regarding personality, simulated theory application, and personal application of theoretical concepts to your own life. In this way, you will begin to develop a solid foundation for your own counseling skills and increase your self-understanding. Integrated with the understanding of theories will be compatibility of scriptural teaching. Prerequisite: PSY 4010 (3) Limited to online program students.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 4010
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PSY 4030 - Survival Psychology
Credits: 3
This course focuses on the traits responsible for surviving in high-stress environments, including responding directly to high-threat encounters. Pro-survival behaviors are presented, balancing independence and leadership versus the need for teamwork collaboration in responding to stressful events. Organizational and professional psychological traits present in high stress organizations are explored, as well as healthy lifestyle factors that lead to career effectiveness and avoiding burnout, such as managing vicarious trauma and promoting self-care. (3) Limited to online program students.
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PSY 4040 - Social Psychology
Credits: 3
This course examines individual behaviors within the context of ones society. You will study how people think, influence, and relate to one another. You will study attitudes, beliefs, prejudices, aggression, leadership, altruism, conformity, attraction, persuasion, and stereotypes. Prerequisite: BUS 3010 (3) Limited to online program students.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 3010
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PSY 4320 - Human Intimacy and Sexuality
Credits: 3
This course is designed to enhance your understanding of human intimacy and sexuality in its physical, social, psychological, and spiritual dimensions. The focus will be to help you answer the folloing question: How are people drawn into healthy, intimate, romantic and non-romantic relationships?
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2110 and SOC 3740
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PSY 4330 - Social Psychology
Credits: 3
This course is an intensive look at group and social processes as they affect individual behavior. Human experiences such as individual motivation, group behavior, attitudes, and perception of self and others are studied from the viewpoints of social science and Scripture.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2110
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PSY 4340 - Personality Theories
Credits: 3
In this survey of the leading personality theories including analytic, humanistic, behavioral, and cognitive schools, you will explore how personalities develop, how they are organized, and how they change. You will examine how presuppositions influence personality theories and the clinician’s approach to growth and healing.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2110 ; open to Juniors and Seniors only.
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PSY 4350 - Physiological Psychology
Credits: 3
This course is designed to introduce you to the biological foundations of perception, thought, emotion, and behavior by in-depth examination of sensation thresholds, optical perceptions and illusions, different brain structures and their functions, and the biological basis of some forms of mental illness. You will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the scientific underpinnings of psychology through taking this course.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2110 and RES 3411 ; open to Juniors and Seniors only.
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PSY 4541 - Psycology in Psalm and Prophets
Credits: 3
This course is designed to help students achieve a deeper knowledge of ancient Hebrew literature. After being taught the hermeneutics of contextual, linguistically accurate interpretation, students will examine selected readings from the Old Testament Psalms and Prophets. Particular attention will be paid to the guiding, illuminating, comforting, and healing psychological principles contained in the Psalms and Prophets. This course will include a review of relevant empirical studies/clinical evidence that supports the psychological principles contained in the Psalms and Prophets.
Prerequisite(s): BIB 3420 and PSY 2110
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PSY 4920 - Psychology Practicum II
Credits: 3
This is an intensive, on-site experiential learning opportunity, involving approximately 100 hours of direct, on-site service and requiring additional paperwork, feedback, and measurements of outcomes. Usually this practicum is taken during a student’s senior year. For this practicum, you are typically placed in a hospital or clinic-based setting where your work is supervised and evaluated by both a licensed site supervisor and a college faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 60 hours of college credit, with at least 15 hours of psychology credit.
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PSY 6950 - FDS: Psychology
Credits: 3
A faculty member will direct your study as you participate in a seminar or pursue research in an area of special interest.
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RES 3010 - Research and ConceptDevelopment Skills
Credits: 3
In this course, you will develop skills and strategies necessary to success as an adult learner. Focus is on the concepts of adult learning, effective team work, and discovering your personal calling. Related topics include team dynamics, the American Psychological Association (APA) formatting guidelines for academic writing, understanding personal learning styles and personality types, and personal goal setting. (3) Limited to online program students.
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RES 3411 - Research Methods & Design
Credits: 3
In this course you will begin to examine the principles, methods, and procedures used in producing and evaluating research designs in psychology. You will learn about experimental, quantitative methodology, as well as other major techniques of research. You will prepare an original empirical study, written in APA format.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2110 and MAT 3410
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RES 3950 - Faculty Directed Study: Research Methods
Credits: 3
This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement of instructor. Consult with your academic advisor.
Undergraduate
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RES 4010 - Research Statistics
Credits: 3
This course is designed to introduce you to descriptive and inferential statistics. With this knowledge, you should then be better equipped to complete research projects in your chosen field of study. You will analyze a number of well-known statistical tests and research strategies and then demonstrate your ability to use the tests. After exploring population parameters and the proper uses of designated statistical tests, you will discover how to use computer applications to free yourself from the notation requirements and mechanics of the statistical tests, so the research process can become less tedious and more conceptual in nature. (3) Limited to online program students.
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RES 6950 - Faculty Directed Study: Research Methods
Credits: 3
A faculty member will direct your study as you participate in a seminar or pursue research in an area of special interest.
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RES 7961 - Bible/Theol Integrative Seminar
Credits: 3
This course offers you a guided study in the techniques and tools required to pursue in-depth academic library-based research on a focused topic. As the summative exercise for the course, you will produce a 25-30 page research paper of publishable quality on a biblical, historical, or theological topic chosen in consultation with the course instructor.
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RES 7962 - Integrative Research Seminar
Credits: 3
This course offers you a guided study in the techniques and tools of bibliographic and field-based research on intercultural, Muslim studies, or Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). As the summative exercise for the course, you will plan, research and write either a 25-30 page research paper or write a proposal for a thesis (see RES 7972 description). You will demonstrate your ability to develop a clear research problem, master related material and research methods, make a clear argument, and show original thought processes. (3)
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RES 7971 - Master’s Thesis
Credits: 3
After submitting and defending a prospectus, as outlined in the SSM Master’s Thesis Manual, you will research, write, and refine a scholaryly thesis in both content and form (as stipulated in the Manual) under the guidance of two faculty members. The process will culminate in a defense of the thesis before an appointed committee composed of at least three faculty members.
Prerequisite(s): RES 7961
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RES 7972 - Intercultural/Muslim Studies Thesis
Credits: 3
Building on an approved thesis proposal, you will research and write on a topic in your field under the guidance of one faculty member who will critique your work as you proceed. The thesis shall be between 60-100 pages in length. You will defend your thesis before a committee composed of at least two faculty members.
Prerequisite(s): RES 7962 and permission of instructor.
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RES 9400 - Doctoral Research Methodology
Credits: 3
This workshop approach to the logic, design, methods, and execution of ministry-based research guides you in the process of producing a dissertation-project research proposal.
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RES 9990 - Professional Research Project
Credits: 6
You will design and pursue a field-based research project which is reported in dissertation style and format.
Prerequisite(s): RES 9400 and doctoral candidacy status.
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RES 9995 - Dissertation: Project Proposal
Credits: 3
Under the guidance of an assigned committee, you will finalize and defend the proposal for your dissertation project. The proposal will include a clear statement of your research questions, a thorough review of precedent research related to your topic, an explanation of the research methods you plan to use, an overview of the sections to be included in your dissertation project, and any instruments you will use in your research.
Prerequisite(s): RES 9400
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RES 9996 - Dissertation: Project Defense
Credits: 3
Under the guidance of an assigned committee, you will engage in the research approved in your proposal and describe the results in written form. You will then defend your completed dissertation project orally before your committee.
Prerequisite(s): RES 9995
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SCI 2010 - Earth Science
Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide you a general overview of environmental science, with an emphasis on sound science, stewardship, and sustainability. Students study basic concepts of environmental science, relationships between living and nonliving things, human impact upon the environment, and proper care of earth’s resources. Critical thinking skills will be utilized throughout this course, with a view toward helping you carefully consider scientific concepts and their effects upon human interactions. The study of environmental science is approached from the perspective that human beings are tasked with practicing appropriate stewardship of God’s creation. (3) Limited to online program students.
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SCI 2313 - Principles of Physical Science
Credits: 3
In this course you will explore a general introduction to physics, chemistry, astronomy, and geology in order to gain a general understanding of major fundamentals of each component discipline.
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SCI 2510 - Environmental Science
Credits: 3
This course integrates physical, biological, climate, ecology and information sciences to the study of the environment. This course starts with the history and concepts of environmental science and incorporates the scientific disciplines to find solutions to protect the environment. (3)
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SCI 3950 - Faculty Directed Study in Science
Credits: 3
This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement of instructor. Consult with your academic advisor.
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SOC 1010 - Succeeding at CIU
Credits: 3
Through this course, you will be introduced to communication, self-motivation, and critical thinking skills necessary for academic success at CIU. (3) Limited to online program students.
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SOC 1112 - CIU 101
Credits: 2
This course is designed to introduce CIU, its ethos, and core values, to both first-year students and students in their first semester at CIU. The ethos of CIU is two-fold: One part is about who you are becoming in Christ, and one part is about how God wants to use you to reach the whole world. The process of the student’s spiritual formation, their developing walk with God, is explored through the students’ Rhythm of Life. Students are also invited into a multiple year journey of spiritual formation in a community with goals of maturity, transparency, worship, and service. The goal of this course is to maximize the student’s potential to earnestly pursue spiritual formation during their educational career here at CIU, and to build a foundation for continued spiritual formation in life and ministry.
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SOC 2010 - Cultural Diversity
Credits: 3
This course is an exploration of cultural diversity and multiculturalism within the framework of a biblical worldview. This course provides you with a process to understand and relate to people of various cultures. It also provides ongoing preparation for effective interaction with all kinds of people in our culturally diverse world. Growth in these skills will equip you with what you need to build trust across cultural differences. (3) Limited to online program students.
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SOC 2020 - Principles of Sociology
Credits: 3
This course is a study of contemporary Western society. The emphasis is on culture, socialization, group life, social processes and social change. (3) Limited to online program students.
Undergraduate
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SOC 2030 - Marriage and Family
Credits: 3
This course is designed to lay foundational principles for an understanding of biblical manhood, biblical womanhood, biblical marriage, and the nurture of children. Along with this will be a review of the stages of life involved within marriage and family. (3) Limited to online program students.
Undergraduate
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SOC 2310 - History, Psychology, and Sociology of Sport
Credits: 3
This course presents an overview of how sport and physical activity commenced within the American culture, how it has evolved over the years and what can be expected in future. This course also presents an introduction to basic issues and current research in the psychology and sociology of American sport, physical activity, rehabilitation and leisure. Specific emphasis is placed on the social and psychological factors affecting an individual’s performance in motor activities.
Undergraduate
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SOC 3520 - Social Studies in BibleCurriculum
Credits: 3
This is a study of the philosophical, historical, and sociological courses traditionally taught within the Bible department of a secondary school. You will examine the content of three high school courses: Worldviews, Church History, and Family Life, and create a paradigm for the development and presentation of social studies courses within the Bible curriculum. You will also focus on teaching strategies and accurate instructional assessment, and will partner with public and private school Bible teachers, for reference and resource, to develop a high school social studies course.
Undergraduate
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SOC 3740 - Marriage and Family
Credits: 3
This course is a study of the societal patterns of marriage and family life. Biblically and sociologically, you will address issues of courtship, choice of a mate, engagement, the marital adjustment, parenting, divorce, and the development of problem-solving skills. You will use personal application and training from the course to develop the skills to communicate more effectively to others about marriage/family issues.
Undergraduate
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SOC 3950 - Faculty Directed Study: Social Studies
Credits: 1
This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement of instructor. Consult with your academic advisor.
Undergraduate
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SOC 6950 - FDS: Social Science
Credits: 3
A faculty member will direct your study as you participate in a seminar or pursue research in an area of special interest.
Graduate
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SPA 2110 - Spanish I
Credits: 3
Elementary Spanish 1 is a basic communicative Spansh course in which you will integrate all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) with an emphasis on building key vocabulary, grammar knowledge, Spanish language functions, pronunciation, and the development of overall communicative competence.
Undergraduate
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SPA 2120 - Spanish II
Credits: 3
Elementary Spanish 2 is a basic communicative Spanish course in which you will integrate all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) with an emphasis on building key vocabulary, grammar knowledge, Spanish language functions, and the development of basic communicative competence.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 2110
Undergraduate
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SPA 3210 - Spanish III
Credits: 3
This course is an intermediate-level study of Spanish. You will focus on further grammatical development in Spanish beyond introductory courses through oral and written communication, with increased practice in readings of culturally-relevant, authentic materials.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 2120
Undergraduate
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SPA 3220 - Spanish IV
Credits: 3
This course is offered as an advanced intermediate-level course. You will review and continue working with grammatical features in Spanish through oral and written communication within cultural backgrounds. You will also examine in depth readings of literary and/or culturally-relevant, authentic materials.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 3210
Undergraduate
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SPA 3950 - Faculty Directed Study Spanish–
Credits: 3
This will accommodate students who take proficiency exams for courses in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 3220 or approval of instructor
Undergraduate
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SPA 6950 - FDS: Spanish
Credits: 3
A faculty member will direct your study as you participate in a seminar or pursue research in an area of special interest.
Graduate
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SPT 2110 - Introduction to Contemporary Sport Management
Credits: 3
This course provides an overview of sport management. Students will study legal, sociocultural, historical, political, financial, and psychological concepts related to the management of sport.
Undergraduate
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SPT 2300 - Ethics and Character Development in Sport
Credits: 3
This course will introduce the student to moral, ethical and character development issues confronting sport management in contemporary society. Biblical faith will be integrated throughout the course. The course will provide a solid ethical foundation for the student as a sport practitioner.
Undergraduate
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SPT 2310 - Sociology and Psychology of Sport
Credits: 3
This course will introduce the student to historical background of sport, as well as the important sociological and psychological aspects related to sporting competitions and sport business. Biblical applications will be integrated throughout the course. The course will provide a solid foundation concerning these three integral elements for the student as a sport practitioner.
Undergraduate
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SPT 2315 - Finance, Accounting, and Economics in Sport
Credits: 3
This course will introduce the student to the various elements of finance, accounting and economics in sport; and the ways in which these key elements impact and affect sporting competitions and sport business. Biblical applications will be integrated throughout the course. The course will provide a solid foundation concerning these three integral elements for the student as a sport practitioner.
Undergraduate
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SPT 3310 - History of Sport
Credits: 3
This course introduces the student to the foundational principles of, and provides actual/live experiences in, the study of the history of sport and sport management. This course will provide an overall foundation of the role history has played in the creation, growth, and ongoing development of sport on all levels from the youngest levels up through the Olympic and professional levels. The covering of these key historical aspects of sport will provide the students with yet another installment toward the development of their overall professionalism in their chosen field of sport management and ministry in sport. Various interactions and assignments are required to achieve results and pass this course. Special emphasis is placed on interaction, engagement, research preparation, assignment development, delivery, problem solving and perseverance as these elements relate to the foundations presented in this course. The student will analyze and synthesize the foundational elements presented in this course towards the end of fully understanding and mastering these various elements. (3)
Undergraduate
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SPT 3400 - Legal Aspects of Sport
Credits: 3
This course will introduce the student to the legal aspects of sport; and the ways in which these key aspects impact and affect all involved in sporting competitions and sport business. Biblical applications will be integrated throughout the course. The course will provide a solid foundation concerning important role that law plays in sport and sport management.
Undergraduate
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SPT 3700 - Sport Marketing and Communication
Credits: 3
This course will introduce the student to the various elements of marketing and communication in sport; and the ways in which these key elements impact and affect successful results in sporting competitions and sport business. Biblical applications will be integrated throughout the course. The course will provide a solid foundation concerning the practical execution of effective marketing and communication methodologies for the student as a sport practitioner.
Undergraduate
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SPT 3710 - Event Management in Sport
Credits: 3
This course will introduce the student to the various elements of event production and management in sport. Biblical applications will be integrated throughout the course. The course will provide a solid foundation from the preplanning and preparation processes through to the running of successful sporting events for the student as a sport practitioner.
Undergraduate
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SPT 3715 - Venue Funding and Development in Sport
Credits: 3
This course will introduce the student to the various elements of fundraising/funding and consequent development of facilities in your sporting organization. Biblical applications will be integrated throughout the course. The course will provide a comprehensive organizational structure and foundation towards the end of creating funding sources and using those sources to successfully create high quality sporting stadiums, arenas and complexes.
Undergraduate
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SPT 3950 - Faculty Directed Study in Sport Management
Credits: 3
This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement with instructor. Consult with your academic advisor.
Undergraduate
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SPT 4400 - Practical Skill Development in Sport Management
Credits: 1
This course is designed to offer you ministry skills experience within the discipline, providing opportunity for you as an upperclassman to gain competency and confidence within related vocations. Experiential learning requirements are defined by the your program and assessed by the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock hours of direct experience is required for a unit of credit and advisor approval is required. Repeatable.
Undergraduate
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