2021-2022 Academic Catalog

May 19, 2024

2021-2022 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVE]

Course Descriptions

0100	Not offered for degree credit
1000	Primarily designed for undergraduate freshmen, these are basic introductory courses with no prerequisites except as designated.
2000	Primarily designed for undergraduate sophomores, these courses may require prerequisites or, if basic courses, may be taken after a year of college study.
3000	Primarily designed for undergraduate juniors, these courses anticipate the completion of lower-division studies and some have specific prerequisites.
4000	Primarily designed for undergraduate seniors, these are usually advanced courses for students completing undergraduate studies. Most 4000-level courses have prerequisites or anticipate the background of three years of college study.
5000	Considered introductory in graduate-level programs and may include some of the information covered in a similarly-titled undergraduate course; also open to undergraduate seniors and undergraduate juniors with at least a 3.0 GPA
6000	Considered more advanced and may include prerequisite requirements; also open to undergraduate seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA
7000	Considered more advanced and may include prerequisite requirements
9000	Doctoral-level courses open only to students accepted into a CIU doctoral degree program

Note: Courses numbered XXX 3950, 6950, or 9950 indicate faculty directed studies. In these studies, a student participates in a seminar or pursues research in an area of special interest under the direct supervision of a faculty member in that area.

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Hebrew
	HEB 6220 - Hebrew III: From Exegesis to Exposition Credits: 3 You will learn the skills needed to analyze Hebrew grammar and syntax, use exegetical tools and methods, and prepare sermon/lesson outlines based on the Old Testament text. The goal of course assignments is to prepare you for preaching and teaching. Prerequisite(s): HEB 5111 Graduate
	HEB 6503 - Hebrew IV: Exegesis and Exposition of Genesis Credits: 3 You will engage in advanced exegetical study of the historical book of Genesis in the Hebrew text. Attention will be given to strengthening skills in reading, translation, grammatical analysis, and exegesis in order to enrich understanding of the book’s message. Course assignments include preparation and/or practice in communicating that message. Prerequisite(s): HEB 6220 Graduate
	HEB 6540 - Hebrew IV: Exegesis & Exposition of Psalms Credits: 3 You will engage in advanced exegetical study of the poetic book of Psalms in the Hebrew text. Attention will be given to strengthening skills in reading, translation, grammatical analysis, and exegesis in order to enrich understanding of the book’s message. Course assignments include preparation and/or practice in communicating that message. Prerequisite(s): HEB 6220 Graduate
	HEB 6542 - Hebrew IV: Exegesis and Exposition of Wisdom Literature Credits: 3 You will engage in advanced exegetical study of the wisdom books of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes in the Hebrew text. Attention will be given to strengthening skills in reading, translation, grammatical analysis, exegesis, and theology in order to enrich understanding of each book’s message. Course assignments include preparation and/or practice in communicating that message. Prerequisite(s): HEB 6220 Graduate
	HEB 6543 - Hebrew IV: Exegesis and Exposition of Proverbs and Job Credits: 3 You will engage in advanced exegetical study of the wisdom books of Proverbs and Job in the Hebrew text. Attention will be given to strengthening skills in reading, translation, grammatical analysis, and exegesis in order to enrich understanding of the book’s message. Course assignments include preparation and/or practice in communicating that message. Prerequisite(s): HEB 6220 Graduate
	HEB 6548 - Hebrew IV: Exegesis and Exposition of Isaiah Credits: 3 You will engage in advanced exegetical study of the prophetic book of Isaiah in the Hebrew text. Attention will be given to strengthening skills in reading, translation, grammatical analysis, and exegesis in order to enrich understanding of the book’s message. Course assignments include preparation and/or practice in communicating that message. Prerequisite(s): HEB 6220 Graduate
	HEB 6950 - Faculty Directed Study in Hebrew 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
History
	HIS 1110 - Introduction to World History Credits: 3 This course gives an overview of the major trends in global history that have created our modern world. The course will explore the major chronology of world history, focusing on the changes, continuities, and connections between major world regions during this period focusing on Europe, the Americas, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. The course will examine the cultural, technological, political, economic, religious and social transformations which shaped the societies. (3) Undergraduate
	HIS 2010 - World Civilizations Credits: 3 This course surveys world history from the beginning of civilization to AD 1700. You will study the origins and achievements of the major civilizations of Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. You will also be exposed to Christian, Islamic, and Byzantine cultures. Upon completion of the course, you will have gained a foundational understanding of ancient history-historical, cultural, and geographical factors-and grasp its relationship to the biblical record. (3) Limited to online program students. Undergraduate
	HIS 2310 - United States History and Government Credits: 3 In this survey from colonial America to the present, you will examine the enduring issues and themes of American history. While the course is structured around historical events, particular effort is made to understand the paradox of American unity through diverse social, economic, political, and cultural factors. Undergraduate
	HIS 3110 - History of the Christian Church Credits: 3 In this survey of the developmental history of the Christian church from New Testament times to the modern era, you will address four periods: Early church history from the First Advent of Christ to the collapse of the Roman Empire (5 B.C.-A.D.590); Medieval church history from the rise of the Roman Catholic Church to the beginning of the Reformation (A.D. 590-1517); Reformation church history from the Protestant Reformation to the Roman Catholic Counter-Reformation (1517-1648); and modern church history from the Pietistic Revival to the present (1648 on). Undergraduate
	HIS 3950 - Faculty Directed Study in History Credits: 3 This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement of instructor. Consult with your academic advisor. Undergraduate
	HIS 4221 - History of Global Christianity I Credits: 3 This course provides a global survey of Christianity from its birth to the close of the Middle Ages. You will discuss and analyze the Early Church’s growth, challenges, and compromises, including the Crusades and early missionary efforts. Special attention will be given to the way in which the Early Church responded to the Great Commission by establishing churches in African, Slavic, Indian, Sinic and Latin American civilizations. Attention will also be given to Christianity’s relationship with both Judaism and Islam before 1500. Undergraduate
	HIS 4231 - History of Global Christianity II Credits: 3 This course provides a global survey of Christianity from the Reformation of the 16th century to the early 21st century. You will examine the Reformation as a global phenomenon, comparing church reform in Europe with simultaneous developments in Africa, Russia, and Latin America. Special attention will be given to the interaction of Christianity with Slavic, Sinic, Islamic, Hindu, Western, African, Jewish, and Latin civilizations. Undergraduate
	HIS 5092 - Central Europe Study Tour Credits: 3 During this course, you will focus on the cultural and religious history of selected Reformation countries. Prior to the tour, lectures will introduce you to the area’s geography, philosophy, theology, missions, literature, and arts. Specific reading and writing requirements will be included in the syllabus compiled by the instructor. Attendance at pre-trip lectures is required. You will spend equal time in preparation, required lecture periods, and prescribed activities on the tour as you would normally invest in a residence course. Register through TraveLearn. Graduate
	HIS 5093 - Southern Europe Study Tour Credits: 3 During this course, you will focus on the cultural and religious history of selected Mediterranean countries. Prior to the tour, lectures will introduce you to the area’s geography, philosophy, theology, missions, literature, and arts. Specific reading and writing requirements will be included in the syllabus compiled by the instructor. Attendance at pre-trip lectures is required. You will spend equal time in preparation, required lecture periods, and prescribed activities on the tour as you would normally invest in a residence course. Register through TraveLearn. Graduate
	HIS 5094 - Western Europe Study Tour Credits: 3 During this course, you will focus on the cultural and religious history of selected countries in Western Europe. Prior to the tour, lectures will introduce you to the area’s geography, philosophy, theology, missions, literature, and arts. Specific reading and writing requirements will be included in the syllabus compiled by the instructor. Attendance at pre-trip lectures is required. You will spend equal time in preparation, required lecture periods, and prescribed activities on the tour as you would normally invest in a residence course. Register through TraveLearn. Graduate
	HIS 5095 - Eurasia Study Tour Credits: 3 During this course, you will focus on the cultural and religious history of selected countries in Eastern Europe, Russia, and the Near East. Prior to the tour, lectures will introduce you to the area’s geography, philosophy, theology, missions, literature, and arts. Specific reading and writing requirements will be included in the syllabus compiled by the instructor. Attendance at pre-trip lectures is required. You will spend equal time in preparation, required lecture periods, and prescribed activities on the tour as you would normally invest in a residence course. Graduate
	HIS 5096 - China Study Tour Credits: 3 During this course, you will focus on the cultural, religious, and mission history of China. Prior to the tour, lectures will introduce you to the area’s geography, philosophy, theology, missions, literature, and arts. Specific reading and writing requirements will be included in the syllabus compiled by the instructor. Attendance at pre-trip lectures is required. You will spend equal time in preparation, required lecture periods, and prescribed activities on the tour as you would normally invest in a residence course. Graduate
	HIS 5820 - History of Mission Credits: 3 In this course, you will survey the expansion of Christianity with an emphasis on the cultural and strategic dimensions of its growth. Special attention will be given to factors arising during the post-Reformation era which have influenced the development of Christian missions. Graduate
	HIS 6032 - Mission in the Early Church Credits: 3 In this course, you will explore the missionary expansion of the church across geographical, political, and cultural boundaries from AD 100-800. Beginning with a biblically-founded definition of Christian mission, you will give special attention to missionaries, their methods, and their contexts of ministry. You will be challenged to reflect upon these historic examples of mission in light of contemporary mission practice. Graduate
	HIS 6221 - History of Global Christianity I Credits: 3 This course provides a global survey of Christianity from its birth to the close of the Middle Ages. You will discuss and analyze the Early Church’s growth, challenges, and compromises, including the Crusades and early missionary efforts. Special attention will be given to the way in which the Early Church responded to the Great Commission by establishing churches in African, Slavic, Indian, Sinic and Latin American civilizations. Attention will also be given to Christianity’s relationship with both Judaism and Islam before 1500. Graduate
	HIS 6231 - History of Global Christianity II Credits: 3 This course provides a global survey of Christianity from the Reformation of the 16th century to the early 21st century. You will examine the Reformation as a global phenomenon, comparing church reform in Europe with simultaneous developments in Africa, Russia, and Latin America. Special attention will be given to the interaction of Christianity with Slavic, Sinic, Islamic, Hindu, Western, African, Jewish, and Latin civilizations. Graduate
	HIS 6950 - Faculty Directed Study in History 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
	HIS 7250 - Seminar on the History of Global Christianity Credits: 3 This working seminar will involve you in readings, research, writings, and teachings on selected topics in the history of Christianity. Emphasis is on student-led dialogues, critical synthesis, and today’s relevance of developed topics. Prerequisite(s): HIS 6221 and HIS 6231 Graduate
	HIS 7610 - History of the African Methodist Episcopal Church Credits: 3 The purpose of this course is to help you review, with appreciation, the African Methodist tradition and historical development, and to help you value the African Methodist tradition so as to enable responsible participation in the life and leadership of the African Methodist Church, effective communication of the tradition, and informed engagement in the ecumenical dialogue. Graduate
	HIS 7650 - Presbyterian Church History Credits: 3 In this course, you will survey Presbyterian history from its roots in Calvin’s Geneva and Knox’s Scotland to its current expression in the Presbyterian Church in America. Special attention will be given to the development of American - especially Southern - Presbyterianism as the immediate background for understanding the history and current concerns in the PCA. Graduate
Homiletics
	HOM 4300 - Foundations Biblical Preaching Credits: 3 This course will introduce you to the theology and practice of preaching with an emphasis on structural variety, clear biblical exposition, and suitable application. You will preach, will be evaluated by your peers, and will evaluate your own recorded sermons. You are encouraged to take this course concurrently with a Greek/Hebrew exegesis course or a Bible book study. (3) Prerequisite(s): BIB 3420 Undergraduate
	HOM 4390 - Advanced Biblical Preaching Credits: 3 In this course, you will review basic homiletical methods, homiletical variety, series preaching, and annual planning. (3) Prerequisite(s): HOM 4300 Undergraduate
	HOM 5500 - Preaching and Leading During Troubled Times Credits: 3 In this course, you will study the dynamics of leadership and preaching in a way that is both effective and relevant for today’s modern culture. You will sharpen your leadership skills on how to lead people into God’s plan for their lives. You will grow in the science and the art of preaching in today’s world. This course will present the best practices of ministry in both leadership and preaching. Graduate
	HOM 6300 - Foundations of Biblical Preaching Credits: 3 In this course, you will learn how to prepare and deliver sermons using a variety of homiletical methods that motivate listeners to apply the truth of Scripture to their lives and ministries. Prerequisite(s): BIB 5410 and MIN 5300 Graduate
	HOM 6390 - Advanced Biblical Preaching Credits: 3 In this course, you will review basic homiletical methods, homiletical variety, series preaching, and annual planning. (3) Prerequisite(s): HOM 6300 Graduate
	HOM 6500 - Urban Preaching Credits: 3 This course will introduce you to the principles of and processes involved in the preparation and delivery of sermons in an urban context. You will examine the techniques used to create an experience that appeals to a worshiper who functions spiritually from an urban perspective and relates the Word of God to every aspect of his or her life. You will also explore the major parts of the sermon that, regardless of ethnic origin of the urban congregation, distinguish urban preaching from other types of preaching. Prerequisite(s): HOM 6300 Graduate
	HOM 6950 - Faculty Directed Study in Homiletics 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
	HOM 7041 - Preaching Missions from Matthew Credits: 3 This cross-disciplinary course will engage you in a study of Matthew’s portrayal of the life, ministry, and teaching of Jesus as well as introducing you to methods to follow when preparing a series of sermons on the first gospel. Attention will be given to such issues as introductory matters, gospel study methods, Jesus’ teaching on mission, Matthew’s “universal blessing” theme, preaching resources, and preaching approaches. You will prepare a series of messages on the book and will gain experience by preaching in class. Prerequisite(s): HOM 6300 Graduate
	HOM 7042 - Preaching Joshua, Judges,and Ruth Credits: 3 In this course, you will construct and preach sermons from the Old Testament books of Joshua, Judges, and Ruth, also known as the “Commonwealth Books.” You will give attention to the place of these books in the total flow of Old Testament redemptive history, to principles for interpreting and applying narrative Scripture, and to strategies that will enable you to preach sermons that have a transformational impact on listeners of all ages. You will balance aspects of sermon construction, homiletical theory, use of illustrations and story-telling, effective application of truth, audience analysis, and the philosophy and theology of preaching with the importance of being an authentic servant of God. Graduate
	HOM 7045 - Preaching through the Parables Credits: 3 This course is a study of the parables of the synoptic Gospels, with special attention to their interpretation in light of their biblical context and Middle Eastern background, and to the preaching of them in public worship. Graduate
	HOM 7070 - Preaching from Acts Credits: 3 In this cross-disciplinary course, you will study both the content of the Acts of the Apostles as well as give attention to the vast array of preaching possibilities in the book. You will give attention to various introductory matters such as authorship, historicity, dating, destination and purpose and will discuss major and minor themes in the book as well as major and secondary persons. You will consider preaching methods suitable to the book and will gain experience by preparing a series of sermons on the book and preaching a sermon in class. (3) Graduate
	HOM 7310 - Preaching for Transformation Credits: 3 Four highly-regarded and experienced preaching practitioners will help you construct and preach sermons that will have a transformational impact on listeners of all ages. Aspects of sermon construction, homiletical theory, use of illustrations, effective application of truth, audience analysis, and the philosophy and theology of preaching will be balanced with the importance of being an authentic servant of God. You will be inspired to embrace preaching as a means to transform both yourself and the listener for the glory of God. Graduate
Humanities
	HUM 2888 - London Study Tour Credits: 3 This course integrates theater, music, art, and film and explores the impact of the arts on English history and culture from the Renaissance to contemporary times. Students will visit various locations in London, including performances at the London Symphony Orchestra and the Globe Theater. Students will explore various museums and cathedrals, as well as the city of Oxford, Highclere Castle, and the Warner Brothers film studio. Prior to the tour, students will investigate each medium of the arts via lecture, film, and research which will lay a foundation for the summative experience: a ten-day study tour of London and the Oxford area. Undergraduate
	HUM 3221 - Arts and Ideas Credits: 3 In this course, you will: a) develop a basic appreciation for the various visual and temporal arts - painting, sculpture, music, literature, drama - and b) grow to understand the broad historical progression of the arts from the late Middle Ages to the 20th Century. You will particularly focus on how philosophical ideas and worldviews are communicated through the arts. Undergraduate
	HUM 3510 - Great Books: Western Literature Classical to Renaissance Credits: 3 In this survey of classical and renaissance literature, you will read some of the formative masterpieces of western culture from Homer to Dante. The course emphasizes the close link in the ancient and medieval world between literature, philosophy, and religion. It is divided into three major units comprised of Greek literature, Roman literature, and medieval literature. Along the way, you will also encounter some of the foundational texts of western literary criticism. Prerequisite: ENG 1111. Prerequisite(s): ENG 1111 Undergraduate
	HUM 3511 - Great Books: Western Literature Enlightenment to Modern Credits: 3 In this survey of western European literature from the Enlightenment through Romanticism to the Modern period, you will read a selection of influential works that represent the “project of modernity” from its hopeful beginning to its disillusioned end. Prerequisite: ENG 1111. Prerequisite(s): ENG 1111 Undergraduate
	HUM 3520 - Great Books: Five Novels Credits: 3 In this course, you will closely examine five major works of longer prose fiction for the purpose of identifying their significant literary elements as well as their unique reflections of, or contributions to, the history of ideas. Prerequisite(s): ENG 1111 Undergraduate
	HUM 3540 - Great Books: Christian Classics Credits: 3 This course examines a selection of influential Christian classics (primarily written in English but not excluding translated works) which reflect a variety of genres and traditions of Christian writing within the tradition of what C. S. Lewis called “mere Christianity.” Particular attention will be given to how reading the Christian classics can be spiritually nourishing and help clarify challenges facing the Church today. Prerequisite(s): ENG 1111 Undergraduate
	HUM 3888 - Humanities Study Tour Credits: 3 This is a study tour that focuses on the cultural and religious history of the areas being visited. Prior to the tour, you will explore each area’s geography, philosophy, theology, missions, literature, and arts through lectures, and you will complete several reading assignments. You must attend the lectures pertaining to the area being visited and complete the assigned journal/papers. Further requirements will be included in the syllabus. Instructors are CIU faculty members, and the program and tour itinerary are entirely planned and supervised by CIU faculty members. You will spend at least as much time in preparation, required lecture periods, and prescribed activities as is normally required for resident courses. Undergraduate
	HUM 3950 - Faculty Directed Study in Humanities Credits: 3 This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement of instructor. Consult with your academic advisor. Undergraduate
	HUM 4400 - Practical Skill Development in Humanities Credits: 1 This course is designed to offer you ministry skills experience within the discipline, providing opportunity for you as an upperclass student to gain competency and confidence within related vocations. Experiential learning requirements are defined by 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
	HUM 4810 - Humanities Seminar Credits: 3 This is an advanced seminar, during which you will integrate the various types of information previously gathered in the study of subjects in the humanities field, such as history, literature, philosophy, and anthropology. The format of the course is informal, with individual student participation considered primary. Undergraduate
	HUM 4930 - Humanities Internship Credits: 3 The Humanities Internship provides in-depth experience through a qualified Humanities-related project in marketplace, international/cross-cultural, and ministry environments. A minimum of 150 clock hours are required. The project proposal is subject to advisor approval. (3) Undergraduate
	HUM 6950 - FDS: Humanities 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
Human Resources
	HRM 6010 - Total Rewards Credits: 3 This course identifies a framework for implementing compensation and benefits systems to attract and retain a high performance workforce in a global environment. The focus is on the role of human resources in managing competitive benefits/rewards and pay/compensation plans. Specific topics include compensation administration, job evaluation, salary structures, base and incentive pay, increases and bonuses, executive compensation, and employee benefits plans including required, voluntary, and retirement options. This course provides a comprehensive overview of compensation management strategies in organizations. To do so, relevant models of compensation are discussed, including executive compensation, benefits, and other rewards and incentives and how they impact organizational strategies including hiring, retention, and marketing. A review of various compensation influences, including relevant laws and regulations is also covered. (3) Limited to online program students. Graduate
	HRM 6020 - Human Resource Management Credits: 3 People (human resources) are viewed by many experts as the most important asset of any organization. Managing an organization’s human assets is often the most challenging and complex task required of a manager. The objective of the course is to teach the basic principles of strategic human resource management—how an organization acquires, rewards, motivates, uses, and generally manages its people effectively. In addition to providing a basic legal, conceptual and practical framework for managers, the course will introduce practices and techniques for evaluating performance, structuring teams, equipping, training and mentoring people, and performing the wide range of other people-related duties of a manager in today’s increasingly complex workplace. (3) Limited to online program students. Graduate
	HRM 6030 - Talent Acquisition Credits: 3 This course explores the key concepts, principles and strategies of the contemporary organizational staffing function. In today’s interconnected and global economy knowledge and “intellectual capital” are frequently more critical to production than other economic resources. Thus, finding and employing “human capital” with the right competencies has become the main source of strategic and competitive advantage for many organizations. Staffing represents the key input to the employment life cycle. This course will leverage course material, readings, case studies and contemporary, practical experience to explore the staffing function in detail. It will also provide the student with strategies, core staffing models, processes and measurement systems within the context of today’s economic environment. (3) Limited to online program students. Graduate
	HRM 6040 - Global Human Resources Credits: 3 This course will study the comprehensive study of global human resource management. The objective is to demonstrate intercultural competencies; identify trends in a globalized workforce; analyze international movement and impact of employees; and analyze policies, practices, and functions in global human resources. Topics include global staffing, training, cultural integration, compensation, and evaluation. (3) Limited to online program students. Graduate
Human Services
	HMS 1010 - Introduction to Human Services Credits: 3 This course explores the historical context and the current structure of the Human Services field. You will be exposed to case management and group facilitation as well as the primary intervention strategies used in human services. The arenas involving special populations served in the Human Services profession will be examined, such as addictions, mental health, developmentally disabled, and the homeless. Topics include values and ethical dilemmas, the social welfare system, diversity, program planning, organizing and changing systems, legal issues and the need to stay current as a human services professional.(3) Limited to online program students. Undergraduate
	HMS 1110 - Introduction to Human Services Credits: 3 This course gives an overview of human services as a profession and as an academic discipline. It provides a sampling of the knowledge, skills, ethical values, and practical experiences needed to successfully assist others to a higher quality of life. (3) Undergraduate
	HMS 1115 - 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) Undergraduate
	HMS 2010 - Coaching Empowerment Credits: 3 This course explores the biblical perspective, historical milestones, coaching principles, and conceptual models that define the theory and practice of Empowerment Coaching. Also, the process of learning and practicing best practices for coaching will take place during this course. (3) Limited to online program students. Undergraduate
	HMS 2110 - Social Welfare Policy and Practice Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide students with the concepts to form the ability to analyze contemporary social welfare policy issues and programs in the United States and to understand the relationship between social policy and human services practice. Topics include, influence of social, political, and economic forces, as well as policies affecting individuals, families and children, and social groups. (3) Undergraduate
	HMS 3010 - Human Services Case Study Credits: 3 This course examines, from a Christian perspective, contemporary learning and research addressing connections of race and ethnic identities, gender disparity, and discrimination of those with disabilities. The course focuses on current conditions of these social groups and the relationships to public policy, marginalization and socially accepted institutions in the United States. Case studies, text readings, and literature reviews on the subject are incorporated to investigate multicultural paradigm dynamics of population demographic changes. (3) Limited to online program students. Undergraduate
	HMS 3020 - Case Management Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide you with best practices for case management common to various human services. Topics include interviewing skills, documentation, cultural aspects, self-care, and ethical issues. (3) Limited to online program students. Undergraduate
	HMS 3110 - Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis Credits: 3 This course is a concentrated look at the application and practice of applied behavior analysis. This course provides practical knowledge and experience with a critique from the Christian worldview. (3) Undergraduate
	HMS 4010 - Mobilization of Volunteers Credits: 3 This course will investigate ways to mobilize and engage volunteers. You will learn the value of volunteers and their relationship within an organization. The topics examined will include: types of recruitment methods, background checks, communicating organizational mission statements, goals and values, training, retention, volunteer tasks and expectations, motivation, reward systems and performance improvement for both volunteers and staff. Throughout the course, you will develop a practice scenario of organizing volunteers and staff for a specific event. (3) Limited to online program students. Undergraduate
	HMS 4020 - Human Services Capstone Credits: 3 This course involves integrating concepts and theory from the degree program as applied to practical interventions. You will be familiar with the context of a chosen agency that includes protocols and norms, as well as the agency’s role in the broader community. You will also demonstrate knowledge of alternative services and gaps in services that could potentially affect clients served by their chosen agency. You will gain first-hand knowledge from interviewing a human services worker in your area. Prerequisite: Theories and Foundations of Counseling (3) Limited to online program students. Undergraduate
	HMS 4310 - Case Management Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide students with best practices for case management common to various human services. Topics include interviewing skills, documentation, cultural aspects, self-care, and ethical issues. (3) Undergraduate
	HMS 4320 - Working with Older Adults Credits: 3 This course will examine the psychological theories, practices, and issues in working with older adults. Students will have the opportunity to gain an increased understanding of personal development and self- knowledge in the context of the life cycle. Classroom experiences will be designed to enhance communication skills and helping techniques to every day family encounters with older adults. (3) Undergraduate
	HMS 4810 - Special Topics in Human Services Credits: 3 A special topics course will offer a variety of courses that address current developments and/or special-interest topics in the field of human services. The special topics courses may be repeated for credit, as long as the content is different. Prerequisite(s): HMS 1110 Undergraduate
	HMS 4920 - Human Services Practicum 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 human services occupation setting where your work is supervised and evaluated by both a site supervisor and a college faculty member. Prerequisite(s): Limited to juniors and seniors in good standing. Undergraduate
International Community Development
	ICD 1100 - Introduction to International Community Development Credits: 3 In this survey course, you will develop an understanding of key issues and dilemmas encountered in the international development field. Beginning with biblical and theological foundations and the history of community development, you will also explore concepts and theories of the development field. You will further study the role of non-profits, the most urgent development issues in the non-Western world, the current dilemmas for action, and the key actors and institutions who shape the development field (3). Undergraduate
	ICD 2310 - Appropriate Technologies Credits: 3 During this practical course, you will be introduced to basic engineering techniques focusing on the conservation and development of resources to address human needs such as clean water, sanitation, energy, shelter, and appropriate technology to improve the quality of life in under-developed communities. Module and field work are required. Offerred through the HEART Village. Undergraduate
	ICD 2320 - Small Animal Husbandry Credits: 3 This is an applied study in the theory and practice of raising small animals for consumption and marketing in the underdeveloped world. You will explore breeding, nurturing, and management techniques for small animals including goats, poultry, rabbits, fish, and other species. Module and field work are required. Offerred through The HEART Village. Undergraduate
	ICD 2330 - Sustainable Agriculture Credits: 3 This is an applied study in the theory and practice of raising vegetables and fruits to meet human nutritional needs. You will explore the design and extension of agricultural practices that are sustainable and adaptable for small animals in a wide variety of settings. You will also design and maintain a garden plot. Module and field work are required. Offerred through The HEART Village. Undergraduate
	ICD 3100 - Introduction to Emergency and Disaster Management Credits: 3 In this course, you will focus on the history and origins of emergency management in the United States, which has influenced global practices. You will explore key disaster incidents, legislation and Presidential actions that impacted change within the emergency management profession. You will learn to identify emergency management issues and career opportunities in both the public and private sectors of emergency management (3). Undergraduate
	ICD 3310 - Primary Health and Nutrition Heart Village Credits: 3 This course deals with health and nutrition issues, practices, and education for missionaries who will be living in developing communities of the world. You will be presented with an overview of common health and nutrition issues that are typically faced in developing areas including malnutrition, tropical diseases, skin issues, child birth and first aid. Offered through the HEART Village. Undergraduate
	ICD 3400 - Trauma: Understanding and Intervention Credits: 3 In this course, you will explore the various aspects of trauma and learn how to identify it in others. You will focus on the trauma that is experienced by those directly affected by the experience as well as those who are involved in delivering aid. You will develop personal disciplines (emotional, physical, spiritual) in maintaining a prolonged presence in settings of high stress in addition to learning intervention techniques for those directly affected by disaster (3). Undergraduate
	ICD 3410 - Disaster Response Operations and Management Credits: 3 In this course, you will uncover the principles that promote effective disaster response operations and management. You will review the divergent approaches to disaster response operations (e.g., command and control vs. networking and problem solving). You will learn how to provide an effective response for the affected population and an overview of disaster response functions such as implementing the emergency operations plan, warning, evacuation, search and rescue, emergency medical care/mass casualties, mass fatalities, sheltering and mass care, donations management, damage assessment, the disaster declaration process, media relations/public information, individual and public assistance, and critical incident stress debriefing (3). Undergraduate
	ICD 3420 - Community Disaster Recovery Credits: 3 In this course, you will study a broad overview of both pre- and post-disaster recovery planning which enables communities, families, individuals, and, ultimately, a nation, to effectively and efficiently repair or reconstruct components of their community and regain stability in the wake of disasters. You will learn about the U.S. National Disaster Recovery Framework (NDRF), including its organizational structure, the Federal-local interface, the NDRF-specific assessment process, the six Recovery Support Functions (RSFs), and other related topics (3). Undergraduate
	ICD 3500 - Social Issues in Emergency and Disaster Management Credits: 3 In this course, you will examine the loss and consequence issues that disasters create for a jurisdictions population including economic, psychological, emotional, and spiritual impacts. You will explore innovative and effective solutions for managing human conflict. You will focus on all stages of conflict resolution and transformation from interpersonal to international (3). Undergraduate
	ICD 3900 - Semester Practicum Heart Inst. Credits: 3 This experience is designed to offer a practical intervention into community life development, spiritual formation, and applied agricultural techniques for students preparing for service in developing communities of the world. You will be expected to research, define, and produce a manageable project that can be completed within the time frame of the H.E.A.R.T. experience and be able to share the outcomes of your research and project at the end of the term. Offered through the HEART Village. Undergraduate
	ICD 3920 - Agrarian Development Practicum Credits: 3 In this intensive 3-week course, you will experience living in a simulated developing world village while learning about sustainable agriculture, cross-cultural communications, small animal husbandry, primary health and nutrition, and community life and development. (3) Offered through the HEART Village. Undergraduate
	ICD 4110 - Cross-Cultural Communication in Community Development Credits: 3 This course provides you with practical insights necessary for proclaiming the Gospel and functioning more effectively in a cross-cultural and community development setting. You will be introduced to a variety of Christian spiritual disciplines as they are integrated into personal and community life. Other aspects of this course include the practical application of leadership and organizational skills. Offered through the HEART Village. Undergraduate
	ICD 4112 - Crisis Response and Trauma Care Credits: 3 This course integrates crisis response and trauma care principles by providing you with a comprehensive overview of the field of psychological trauma and how trauma affects individuals and systems, grief reactions, and traumatic stress. You will explore such topics as post-traumatic growth, moral injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, vicarious traumatization, and complicated grief. Upon completion of this course, you will possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to provide basic care whenever a tragedy strikes, whether natural disasters, accidents, combat, or acts of violence. (3) Undergraduate
	ICD 4410 - Building Disaster Resilient Communities Credits: 3 In this course, you will learn effective techniques to assist communities in building resilience to hazards. You will develop skills in formulating programs to strengthen resilience and assessing existing and emerging community conditions that contribute to vulnerability to hazards. You will learn to work with and effectively communicate with stakeholders and work as a member of a problem-solving team to lessen the future vulnerability of communities (3). Undergraduate
	ICD 5100 - Introduction to Emergency and Disaster Management Credits: 3 In this course, you will focus on the history and origins of emergency management in the United States, which has influenced global practices. You will explore key disaster incidents, legislation and Presidential actions that impacted change within the emergency management profession. You will learn to identify emergency management issues and career opportunities in both the public and private sectors of emergency management (3). Graduate
	ICD 5410 - Disaster Response Operations and Management Credits: 3 In this course, you will uncover the principles that promote effective disaster response operations and management. You will review the divergent approaches to disaster response operations (e.g., command and control vs. networking and problem solving). You will learn how to provide an effective response for the affected population and an overview of disaster response functions such as implementing the emergency operations plan, warning, evacuation, search and rescue, emergency medical care/mass casualties, mass fatalities, sheltering and mass care, donations management, damage assessment, the disaster declaration process, media relations/public information, individual and public assistance, and critical incident stress debriefing (3). Graduate
	ICD 5420 - Community Disaster Recovery Credits: 3 In this course, you will study a broad overview of both pre- and post-disaster recovery planning which enables communities, families, individuals, and, ultimately, a nation, to effectively and efficiently repair or reconstruct components of their community and regain stability in the wake of disasters. You will learn about the U.S. National Disaster Recovery Framework (NDRF), including its organizational structure, the Federal-local interface, the NDRF-specific assessment process, the six Recovery Support Functions (RSFs), and other related topics (3). Graduate
	ICD 5500 - Social Issues in Emergency and Disaster Management Credits: 3 In this course, you will examine the loss and consequence issues that disasters create for a jurisdictions population including economic, psychological, emotional, and spiritual impacts. You will explore innovative and effective solutions for managing human conflict. You will focus on all stages of conflict resolution and transformation from interpersonal to international (3). Graduate
	ICD 6112 - Crisis Response and Trauma Care Credits: 3 This course integrates crisis response and trauma care principles by providing you with a comprehensive overview of the field of psychological trauma and how trauma affects individuals and systems, grief reactions, and traumatic stress. You will explore such topics as post-traumatic growth, moral injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, vicarious traumatization, and complicated grief. Upon completion of this course, you will possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to provide basic care whenever a tragedy strikes, whether natural disasters, accidents, combat, or acts of violence. (3) Graduate
	ICD 6410 - Building Disaster Resilient Communities Credits: 3 In this course, you will learn effective techniques to assist communities in building resilience to hazards. You will develop skills in formulating programs to strengthen resilience and assessing existing and emerging community conditions that contribute to vulnerability to hazards. You will learn to work with and effectively communicate with stakeholders and work as a member of a problem-solving team to lessen the future vulnerability of communities (3). Graduate
Intercultural Studies
	ICS 1210 - Discovering the Mission of God Credits: 3 This course is designed to help you develop world-Christian characteristics. You will explore the Christian’s heritage in the history of the church and missions, begin to develop a scriptural perspective on the purpose of the gospel in confronting ideologies, religions and spiritual needs of the world, and discuss current strategies for identifying and reaching the lost. Undergraduate
	ICS 3110 - Introduction to World Religions Credits: 3 This course is an introduction to the broad historical development, philosophical structures, and worldviews of the non-Christian religions. You will explore primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Chinese and Japanese religions, and Islam, as well as some of their folk expressions. Undergraduate
	ICS 3140 - Cultural Anthropology Credits: 3 In this course, you will study cultural anthropology for the purpose of equipping followers of Christ to be competent interpreters of culture in 21st Century global contexts. Undergraduate
	ICS 3220 - History of God’s Mission Credits: 3 In this course, you will survey the expansion of Christianity with an emphasis on the cultural and strategic dimensions of its growth. Special attention will be given to factors arising during the post-Reformation era which have influenced the development of Christian missions. Undergraduate
	ICS 3300 - Biblical Theology of Mission Credits: 3 You will engage in a comprehensive study of the biblical foundation for mission as it relates to the church’s missionary obligation before God to the world in both word and deed. Special attention will be given to exposing you to important issues within evangelical missiology today. Undergraduate
	ICS 3410 - Business in the Mission of God Credits: 3 In this course, you will explore mission strategies using various business platforms for access into restricted or limited-access countries, focusing on such topics as “tent -making” strategies, professional service, corporate points of access, and ethics for the international entrepreneur. Undergraduate
	ICS 3630 - Spiritual Development of Cross-cultural Workers Credits: 2 This is a practical experience in spiritual formation designed for students preparing for cross-cultural service. You will explore a variety of Christian spiritual disciplines and how to integrate them into personal and community life and will also develop a hands-on semester project that complements future vocational goals under the direction of a mentor. You will also analyze the practical application of leadership and organizational skills. Offered through the HEART Institute. Undergraduate
	ICS 3710 - Women in God’s Mission Credits: 3 In this course, you will study the involvement of women in the task of the Great Commission by looking at the legacy women have left in missions history and by examining the contributions made by present-day missionaries. In addition, you will briefly examine the role of women in ministry and, in particular, women in missions, and will explore the current issues, needs, and opportunities that affect women in missions today. Undergraduate
	ICS 3810 - Church Planting in Multicultural Contexts Credits: 3 In this course, you will consider the critical issues related to evangelism, disciplemaking, church planting and multiplying, and leadership development in the global church. Undergraduate
	ICS 3850 - Summative Interview Credits: 0 Students who complete the International Community Development minor must complete a debriefing interview with Intercultural Studies faculty, at which time they reflect upon their experiences at the HEART Institute and interact with faculty about how the community development training can be used positively after graduation. (Pass/Fail). Undergraduate

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Course Descriptions

HEB 6220 - Hebrew III: From Exegesis to Exposition

HEB 6503 - Hebrew IV: Exegesis and Exposition of Genesis

HEB 6540 - Hebrew IV: Exegesis & Exposition of Psalms

HEB 6542 - Hebrew IV: Exegesis and Exposition of Wisdom Literature

HEB 6543 - Hebrew IV: Exegesis and Exposition of Proverbs and Job

HEB 6548 - Hebrew IV: Exegesis and Exposition of Isaiah

HEB 6950 - Faculty Directed Study in Hebrew

HIS 1110 - Introduction to World History

HIS 2010 - World Civilizations

HIS 2310 - United States History and Government

HIS 3110 - History of the Christian Church

HIS 3950 - Faculty Directed Study in History

HIS 4221 - History of Global Christianity I

HIS 4231 - History of Global Christianity II

HIS 5092 - Central Europe Study Tour

HIS 5093 - Southern Europe Study Tour

HIS 5094 - Western Europe Study Tour

HIS 5095 - Eurasia Study Tour

HIS 5096 - China Study Tour

HIS 5820 - History of Mission

HIS 6032 - Mission in the Early Church

HIS 6221 - History of Global Christianity I

HIS 6231 - History of Global Christianity II

HIS 6950 - Faculty Directed Study in History

HIS 7250 - Seminar on the History of Global Christianity

HIS 7610 - History of the African Methodist Episcopal Church

HIS 7650 - Presbyterian Church History

HOM 4300 - Foundations Biblical Preaching

HOM 4390 - Advanced Biblical Preaching

HOM 5500 - Preaching and Leading During Troubled Times

HOM 6300 - Foundations of Biblical Preaching

HOM 6390 - Advanced Biblical Preaching

HOM 6500 - Urban Preaching

HOM 6950 - Faculty Directed Study in Homiletics

HOM 7041 - Preaching Missions from Matthew

HOM 7042 - Preaching Joshua, Judges,and Ruth

HOM 7045 - Preaching through the Parables

HOM 7070 - Preaching from Acts

HOM 7310 - Preaching for Transformation

HUM 2888 - London Study Tour

HUM 3221 - Arts and Ideas

HUM 3510 - Great Books: Western Literature Classical to Renaissance

HUM 3511 - Great Books: Western Literature Enlightenment to Modern

HUM 3520 - Great Books: Five Novels

HUM 3540 - Great Books: Christian Classics

HUM 3888 - Humanities Study Tour

HUM 3950 - Faculty Directed Study in Humanities

HUM 4400 - Practical Skill Development in Humanities

HUM 4810 - Humanities Seminar

HUM 4930 - Humanities Internship

HUM 6950 - FDS: Humanities

HRM 6010 - Total Rewards

HRM 6020 - Human Resource Management

HRM 6030 - Talent Acquisition

HRM 6040 - Global Human Resources

HMS 1010 - Introduction to Human Services

HMS 1110 - Introduction to Human Services

HMS 1115 - Cultural Diversity

HMS 2010 - Coaching Empowerment

HMS 2110 - Social Welfare Policy and Practice

HMS 3010 - Human Services Case Study

HMS 3020 - Case Management

HMS 3110 - Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis

HMS 4010 - Mobilization of Volunteers

HMS 4020 - Human Services Capstone

HMS 4310 - Case Management

HMS 4320 - Working with Older Adults

HMS 4810 - Special Topics in Human Services

HMS 4920 - Human Services Practicum

ICD 1100 - Introduction to International Community Development

ICD 2310 - Appropriate Technologies

ICD 2320 - Small Animal Husbandry

ICD 2330 - Sustainable Agriculture

ICD 3100 - Introduction to Emergency and Disaster Management

ICD 3310 - Primary Health and Nutrition Heart Village

ICD 3400 - Trauma: Understanding and Intervention

ICD 3410 - Disaster Response Operations and Management

ICD 3420 - Community Disaster Recovery

ICD 3500 - Social Issues in Emergency and Disaster Management