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MUS 2310 - Music Theory II
Credits: 3
In this course you will continue to review the fundamentals of music (rhythm, scales, key signatures, reading, and writing), followed by a detailed study of harmony, intervals, keyboard harmony, and melodic and choral analysis. You will apply your knowledge in composition of traditional and contemporary music.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 2300
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MUS 2501 - Private Studies in Voice
Credits: 1
One 30-minute lesson per week. Additional course fee.
Undergraduate
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MUS 2503 - Vocal Ensemble Ministry Teams
Credits: 1
Ensembles with emphasis on ministry, not only through musical performance, but also through a lifestyle of servanthood. By permission of the instructor.
Undergraduate
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MUS 2504 - Vocal Ensemble Ambassador Singers
Credits: 1
Ambassador Singers is composed of 20-25 members who are selected by audition for the academic year. Selectons occur during the first week of the fall semester and a small number of slots may be filled during the first week of the spring semester. The singers minister regularly for local churches, organizations, and school events throughout the school year. Some out-of-town tours also may be scheduled. Members are required to attend all scheduled rehearsals and sectionals.
Undergraduate
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MUS 2511 - Private Studies in Voice
Credits: 2
One 1-hour lesson per week. Additional course fee.
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MUS 2523 - Vocal Ensemble Praise Team
Credits: 1
The Praise and Worship team is a group of vocalists and instrumentalists that leads the CIU family in worship through a blend of traditional and contemporary worshp music. By audition.
Undergraduate
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MUS 2524 - Gospel Choir
Credits: 1
This choir prepares and performs contemporary gospel choral music and is open by audition to all students, staff, and faculty. Several performances on and off campus will be the focus of rehearsals.
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MUS 2611 - Private Studies in Piano
Credits: 2
One 1-hour lesson per week. Additional course fee.
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MUS 2621 - Private Studies in Guitar
Credits: 2
One 1-hour lesson per week. Additional course fee.
Undergraduate
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MUS 2651 - Private Studies in Guitar
Credits: 1
One 30-minute lesson per week. Additional course fee.
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MUS 2671 - Private Studies in Piano
Credits: 1
One 30-minute lesson per week. Additional course fee.
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MUS 2681 - Private Studies in Strings
Credits: 1
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MUS 2691 - Private Studies in Woodwinds
Credits: 1
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MUS 2693 - Concert Band
Credits: 1
Open by audition to all students, faculty, and staff. Several performances on and off campus will be the focus of rehearsals.
Undergraduate
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MUS 2899 - Piano Proficiency
Credits: 0
This is a requirement for music majors that involves a demonstration of competency in all the keyboard skills described in the Piano Proficiency handbook.
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MUS 3300 - Music Theory III
Credits: 3
In this continuation of the study of music theory, you will focus on advanced sight-singing and ear training, dictation and transcription, keyboard harmony, writing in 3 and 4 parts, and introduction to contemporary chord symbol notation.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 2300 and MUS 2310
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MUS 3302 - Music Theory IV
Credits: 3
In this continuation of the study of music theory, you will focus on advanced sight-singing and ear training, dictation and transcription, keyboard harmony, writing in 3 and 4 parts, and introduction to contemporary chord symbol notation.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 3300
Undergraduate
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MUS 3440 - Elementary Music methods
Credits: 3
A study of the various methods and materials used in the teaching of choral and general music in kindergarten through grade six including curriculum design with national and state music standards; emphasis on effective teaching strategies; classroom management and discipline, instructional clarity, teacher responsibilities inside and outside the classroom, and multicultural and diverse populations. Includes a field experience component as well as selection, evaluation and use of educational software. Students will develop skills in singing, movement, directive listening, writing, and in developing creative assessments.
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MUS 3450 - Secondary Music Methods
Credits: 3
This course emphasizes the materials and techniques for general music in grades 6 through 12. Topics include curriculum, learning theory, methodologies, content standards, lesson planning, career opportunities, rehearsing, program-building, assessment, advocacy, and the historical and philosophical foundations of music education.
Undergraduate
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MUS 3460 - Technology in Music Education
Credits: 3
This course provides intensive study for learning computer programs that support the music classroom and for understanding the effective means of authentically integrating technology in K-12 music education. Topics include computer and internet awareness, productivity software, MIDI sequencing, an introduction to digital audio recording and editing, notation software, and computer-assisted instruction. Applications include Microsoft Office, Audacity, Logic, and Finale.
Undergraduate
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MUS 3610 - Guitar Fingerboard Harmony
Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide skills and knowledge needed by guitar players who wish to enhance their musical facility with worship music and other contemporary music activities.
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MUS 3700 - Music in Cross-cultural Settings
Credits: 3
In this course you will discover the music of various cultures from around the world and will investigate current efforts and apply biblical guidelines to the development of ethnic hymnody.
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MUS 3950 - Faculty Directed Studyin Music
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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MUS 4200 - History of Western Music I
Credits: 3
In this course you will cover the time period from about AD 600-1750. The course begins with an introduction to ancient music and continues through the periods of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Baroque. You will study the musical characteristics, instruments, and theory of each period as well as the cultural and historical contexts including philosophy, religion, politics, art, architecture, and daily life. Connections are made to music from other cultures as well as contemporary musical styles.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4201 - History of Western Music II
Credits: 3
In this course you will examine the history of Western music from the Classical Period through the present day, stressing the origin and evolution of musical forms and musical styles and the important composers since 1750. Students will also be placing this knowledge in the broader cultural context of each period.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4202 - History of Music in Christ Church
Credits: 3
This course focuses exclusively on music for the Christian church from the Middle Ages through the end of the 20th century, and you will examine trends and issues in each period while being challenged to develop your own philosophy of church music in light of the Scriptures.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4400 - Practice Skill Development in Music
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.
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MUS 4406 - Conducting
Credits: 3
In this course you will discover the manual techiques of conducting and song leading, including beat patterns, cues, attacks, releases, dynamics, and expressive styles, with emphasis on choral conducting, tone production, and choral rehearsal techniques. You will be encouraged to give particular attention to the leadership needs of the local church, including leading large and small vocal and instrumental ensembles and praise teams.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4501 - Private Studies in Voice
Credits: 1
One 30-minute lesson per week. Additional course fee.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4503 - Vocal Ensemble Ministry Teams
Credits: 1
Ensembles with emphasis on ministry, not only through musical performance, but also through a lifestyle of servanthood. By permission of the instructor.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4504 - Vocal Ensemble Ambassador Singers
Credits: 1
Ambassador Singers is composed of 20-25 members who are selected by audition for the academic year. Selectons occur during the first week of the fall semester and a small number of slots may be filled during the first week of the spring semester. The singers minister regularly for local churches, organizations, and school events throughout the school year. Some out-of-town tours also may be scheduled. Members are required to attend all scheduled rehearsals and sectionals.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4511 - Private Studies:Contemporary Voice
Credits: 1
These lessons emphasize developing skills and repertoire for use in church services and public ministry settings, emphasizing contemporary vocal styles. The course may be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite(s): Two years of college-level vocal study and permission of instructor.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4521 - Private Studies in Voice
Credits: 2
One 1-hour lesson per week. Additional course fee.
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MUS 4523 - Vocal Ensemble Praise Team
Credits: 1
The Praise and Worship team is a group of vocalists and instrumentalists that leads the CIU family in worship through a blend of traditional and contemporary worshp music. By audition.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4524 - Gospel Choir
Credits: 1
This choir prepares and performs contemporary gospel choral music and is open by audition to all students, staff, and faculty. Several performances on and off campus will be the focus of rehearsals.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4611 - Private Studies In Piano
Credits: 2
One 1-hour lesson per week. Additional course fee.
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MUS 4621 - Private Studies in Guitar
Credits: 2
One 1-hour lesson per week. Additional course fee.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4651 - Private Studies in Guitar
Credits: 1
One 30-minute lesson per week. Additional course fee.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4671 - Private Studies in Piano
Credits: 1
One 30-minute lesson per week. Additional course fee.
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MUS 4681 - Private Studies in Strings–Advanced
Credits: 1
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MUS 4691 - Private Studies in Woodwinds–Advanced
Credits: 1-2
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MUS 4693 - Concert Band
Credits: 1
Open by audition to all students, faculty, and staff. Several performances on and off campus will be the focus of rehearsals.
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MUS 4810 - Contemporary Christian Worship
Credits: 3
In this course you will begin to examine the many facets of music ministry in today’s church, including service planning, worship philosophy, sound reinforcement and recording, musical/drama production, team building, and contemporary worship styles. Segments may be taught by a variety of specialists.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4898 - Recital
Credits: 0
A requirement for music majors that involves a 25-35 minute, public recital in their primary performance area, consisting of music selected from their private studies.
Undergraduate
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MUS 4899 - Piano Proficiency Examination
Credits: 0
This is a requirement for music majors that involves a demonstration of competency in all the keyboard skills described in the Piano Proficiency handbook.
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MUS 4930 - Internship in Music
Credits: 1
This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement with instructor. You will demonstrate skills in an on-site experience in a church, recording studio, camp, or other location appropriate to your area of interest and specialization. A minimum of 50 clock hours of direct experience is required for a unit of credit. Consult with your academic advisor.
Undergraduate
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MUS 5506 - Vocal Ensemble Ambassador Singers
Credits: 1
Ambassador Singers is composed of members who are selected by audition for the academic year. Selections occur during the first week of the fall semester and a small number of slots may be filled during the first week of the spring semester. The singers minister regularly for local churches, organizations, and school events throughout the school year. Some out-of-town tours also may be scheduled. Members are required to attend all scheduled rehearsals and sectionals.
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MUS 5950 - Faculty Directed Study: Music
Credits: 1-3
This is an independent study available by special arrangement of instructor. Consult with your academic advisor.
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Nutrition |
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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)
Undergraduate
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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], African, 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.
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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.
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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)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 5610 - 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 a variety of specific challenges to Christian doctrines and responses to those challenges. Students will also learn about different approaches to the apologetics, and will articulate their own philosophy and theology of apologetics.
Undergraduate
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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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Practical Theology |
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PTH 9200 - Issues and Methods in Practical Theology
Credits: 3
You will survey significant contemporary issues in Practical Theology, including areas such as chaplaincy, homiletics, pastoral theology, moral theology, and the pastoral cycle. You will then identify an issue and a method related to the area of your proposed dissertation topic and will explore each in depth.
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PTH 9400 - Principles of Teaching, Learning, and Course Design
Credits: 3
You will review biblical perspectives on teaching and learning, survey principles of adult education, and explore best practices of course design and development. You will learn how to design lessons and courses that go beyond the communication of content to the facilitation of learning and will apply those skills to the creation of a course related to the area of your proposed dissertation topic.
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PTH 9900 - Practical Theology Dissertation Proposal
Credits: 3
You will engage in guided practice of bibliographic (text-based) research that will prepare you to write a doctoral dissertation in Practical Theology. You will learn to craft a research problem, identify appropriate research methods, locate, evaluate, and document scholarly sources, structure argumentation, and write at the doctoral level. Building upon those skills, you will write a dissertation proposal that must be approved by the Dissertation Proposal Committee before you begin the dissertation research courses.
Prerequisite(s): PTH 9200 and PTH 9400.
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PTH 9901 - Practical Theology Dissertation Research 1
Credits: 6
Upon successful completion of the dissertation proposal course, your supervising professor will guide you as you engage in research for a 90,000–110,000-word dissertation in a selected area of practical theology. (3-6) Repeatable.
Prerequisite(s): PTH 9900 and Research Language I
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PTH 9902 - Practical Theology Dissertation Research 2
Credits: 6
Upon successful completion of the dissertation proposal course, your supervising professor will guide you as you engage in research for a 90,000–110,000-word dissertation in a selected area of practical theology. (3-6) Repeatable.
Prerequisite(s): PTH 9901
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PTH 9903 - Practical Theology Dissertation Research 3
Credits: 6
Upon successful completion of the dissertation proposal course, your supervising professor will guide you as you engage in research for a 90,000–110,000-word dissertation in a selected area of practical theology. (3-6) Repeatable.
Prerequisite(s): PTH 9902
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PTH 9904 - Practical Theology Dissertation Writing 1
Credits: 6
Upon completing your dissertation research, you will continue working under your supervising professor’s direction to draft your 90,000–110,000-word dissertation. (3-6) Repeatable.
Prerequisite(s): PTH 9903
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PTH 9905 - Practical Theology Dissertation Writing 2
Credits: 6
Upon completing your dissertation research, you will continue working under your supervising professor’s direction to draft your 90,000–110,000-word dissertation. (3-6) Repeatable.
Prerequisite(s): PTH 9904
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PTH 9906 - Practical Theology Dissertation Defense
Credits: 6
Upon successful completion of the dissertation research and writing courses and upon your supervising professor’s recommendation, you will submit the final draft of your 90,000–110,000-word dissertation to the Dissertation Defense Committee comprised of your supervising professor and two additional faculty members. Once the committee has read the dissertation, you will appear before them and defend it orally. (6) Repeatable.
Prerequisite(s): PTH 9905
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PTH 9999 - Practical Theology Dissertation Continuation
Credits: 3
In the event that you are not ready for your dissertation defense after completing the dissertation research and writing courses, you may register for an additional semester of dissertation writing and pay a continuation fee. (3) Repeatable.
Prerequisite(s): PTH 9905
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
Undergraduate
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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, thinking, problem solving, intelligence, language development and information processing. (3)
Undergraduate
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PSY 3325 - Sensation & Perception
Credits: 3
A survey of the current scientific models, concepts and integrative theories that encompass the field of human sensory and perceptual studies, with a special emphasis on the neurological and cognitive features of vision.
Undergraduate
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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.
Undergraduate
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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
Undergraduate
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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
Undergraduate
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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
Undergraduate
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