2014-2015 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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History |
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HIST 310 - History of Technological Change
3 hours
An exploration into the world of inventions and their impacts on society since the Roman Empire, including the stirrup, water wheel, compass, sextant, plow, cam, crop rotation, and dozens more. The course will deal with the economic and philosophical requirements for and results of major discoveries. Prerequisite(s): one lower-division History course or permission of the instructor. UG
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HIST 315 - Federal Seminar
1-3 hours
Same as SSCI 315 . This course does not satisfy the requirement for American government for teacher education majors. UG
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HIST 325 - Sports in American Society
3 hours
Examines the major economic, cultural, and social trends in American history through professional and amateur sports. Major treatment will be given to baseball, football, and boxing, as well as basketball, hockey, tennis, and golf. The focus will not be on sport history for its own sake, but, as the title suggests, on what sports reveal about the broader American experience (urbanization, mass media, and race relations, etc.) in a particular period. Prerequisite(s): one course from the History foundations core or permission of the instructor. UG
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HIST 340 - American Military History
3 hours
Same as MSCI 443 . UG
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HIST 348 - The US in the Cold War
3 hours
A study of modern America since World War I examining such issues as government and business, reform, political change, foreign relations, and the United States’ role in world politics. Major emphasis is placed on social change and race relations in the period since 1945. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite(s): HIST 231 or HIST 232 . UG
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HIST 357 - American Religious History
3 hours
Same as THEO 357 . UG
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HIST 360 - History of Russia
3 hours
This course includes a survey of the history of Russia from the Kiev period to the election of Mikhail Gorbachev, and an intensive study of the social, political, and religious developments of the last decade. UG
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HIST 368 - American Civil War
3 hours
A study of the causes, conduct, and outcomes of the Civil War between 1860 and 1874. The political, social, and military dimensions of the conflict, including the Reconstruction phase, will be covered. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite(s): HIST 231 or HIST 232 . UG
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HIST 373 - Christian Courage in Public Life
3 hours
Same as PSCI 373 . UG
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HIST 379 - The Developing World
3 hours
A critical historical analysis of the development of Third World countries in the modern period. Special focus is placed on the cultural and political response of developing countries in Asia to “the West” and to the general developmental problems of national growth and equity. This course will be taught each semester with a different regional focus, including Latin America, Asia, and Africa. The course may be repeated, but with a different topic. UG
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HIST 385 - Selected Topics in History
3 hours
This course is a history/political science course in which the professor or professors choose a topic, event, or development and structure a one-time course around that specific interest. The topic will be given in the schedule of courses when the course is offered. Prerequisite(s): one foundational course in History or permission of instructor. UG
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HIST 390 - Historiography
4 hours
A study of the craft of the historian and social scientist, including traditional schools of interpretations; comparison of Judeo-Christian philosophies of history with past and present secular philosophies; and the exploration of the impact of philosophy on conceptualization, compilation, and writing in the social sciences. The course will also involve the preparation of a proposal for the senior thesis. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. UG
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HIST 420 - Blood at Little Bighorn
3 hours
Course examines the relationship between the U.S. government and the Plains Indians between 1860 and 1890. More specifically, it surveys the events which preceded the Battle of Little Bighorn, carefully treats the battle itself, and finally considers the aftermath of the battle, which culminated in the tragedy at Wounded Knee. Structured as a colloquium, the course involves a heavy reading load and literature review; it is designed for upper division history majors, particularly those with an interest in graduate school. Prerequisite(s): HIST 231 , HIST 232 , and HIST 390 . UG
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HIST 430 - American Social/Intellectual History
3 hours
Surveys the major intellectual trends in American thought from the colonial period to the present. The subject matter will be organized both chronologically and topically around the following themes: Puritanism/ atheism and the Enlightenment; secularization of American thought in the colonial period; Romanticism and Naturalism in the 19th century; and Modernism in the 20th century. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite(s): two semesters of either American Civilization or Western Civilization or permission of instructor. UG
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HIST 447 - American Constitutional Law
3 hours
Same as PSCI 447 . UG
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HIST 465 - American Heritage of Religious Liberty
3 hours
Same as PSCI 465 . UG
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HIST 471 - Senior Seminar in History
2 hours
Same as SSCI 471 . Prerequisite(s): HIST 390 . UG
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HIST 490 - History Internship
1-6 hours
Same as PSCI 490 . UG
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HIST 494 - Readings in History
1-4 hours
Self-study of historical readings under faculty direction in an area of special interest. Suggested for seniors and qualified juniors with a major in History/Political Science. All other students must secure the approval of the instructor. No more than four hours of credit may be earned through readings in History and Political Science combined. UG
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HIST 600 - Historiographical Foundations
3 hours
Focus will be on identifying and defining the most significant approaches to political philosophy and historical interpretation in Western civilization, and the expression of these traditions in successive religious, social, and political contexts. Emphasis will be placed on methods of research and principles of interpretation. Students will begin the process of choosing a thesis or thesis project topic. GR
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HIST 601 - Ancient Greek and Roman Thought
3 hours
An exploration of Greek and Roman political and historical understanding emphasizing the contributions of thinkers from Plato to Augustine. The crisis precipitated by the defeat of Athens in the Peloponnesian War, and the inability of the Greek poleis to find a basis for cooperation provides a relevant context for the exploration of Greek answers to the ultimate questions about the nature of reality and society. GR
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HIST 602 - The Medieval European Experience
3 hours
An examination of major medieval themes of church and state, reason and faith by exploring defining works by Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas, and numerous other writers in excerpt in the nine centuries between these pillars. The purpose of the course is to understand and appreciate both the ideals and the limitations of the unique medieval synthesis of the earthly and the heavenly. GR
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HIST 603 - The European Enlightenment
3 hours
A comparative study of leading thinkers from Locke to Rousseau, including Descartes, Locke, Edwards, Kant, Smith, Hume, Rousseau, and Wesley. The modern synthesis of empiricism, secularism, humanism, and rationalism as a unique cultural development will be analyzed and critiqued. Students will be assigned passages or segments from these major writers on key themes, and class activities will focus on discussion, analysis, and historical context. Research paper on a related theme is required, and may contribute to thesis research. GR
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HIST 604 - Postmodernism
3 hours
Postmodernism is the dominant intellectual tread in both the Global North and the Global South. Postmodernism arose out of the devastation wrought by World War I-piercing the apparently facile belief in humanitarian utopianism and was buttressed by Heisenberg’s discovery of the uncertainly principle a decade later. Gone was the optimism of humanism and in its place was the despair of postmodern uncertainty. In this course students will explore the dominant features of postmodern philosophy and the will begin to analyze these features from a Christian perspective. GR
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HIST 605 - Seminar in Current Christian Thought
3 hours
A student-oriented seminar class examining some salient aspect of the role of the Christian scholar and critic in contemporary society. Topics might include the individualist, communitarian, and pluralist understandings of society, and the differences among Orthodox, Catholic, and Protestant perspectives on the social and political roles of the Christian. Students will be assigned different schools or authors and argue and defend their topics in debate. Students should also complete their formal proposals for their theses or curriculum projects. GR
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HIST 606 - The American Experience
3 hours
A survey utilizing leading American writers from Winthrop and Edwards to Dewey, James, DuBois, and King of the changing understanding of the American political and social experiment. Emphasis will be placed on analysis and critique of primary sources. Source excerpts will form the literature based of the class, and students and faculty presentations will provide historical and cultural context. Research paper on a related theme is required, and may contribute to thesis research. GR
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HIST 607 - America in the World
3 hours
A student-oriented seminar class examining diverse perspectives on the role of American political and economic power in the contemporary world, and in particular, the impact of that power on less-developed nations. Emphasis will be placed on the analysis and critique of secondary sources. Students will also complete bibliographies supporting their theses or thesis projects. Research paper on a related theme is required, and may contribute to thesis research. GR
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HIST 608 - Seminar
3 hours
A faculty-facilitated seminar in which students are aided in the development of their thesis proposal through reading, discussion, and research. The outcome of the class is an extensive outline of the thesis or project. GR
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HIST 697 - Project
3 hours
A directed research course for the completion of a thesis project rooted in primary sources, resulting in a 100-page document (or other approved form) in which the student creates an application project such as a teaching plan or an institutional program which develops and applies a theme growing out of the study. The expected outcome is a working draft of the project. GR
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HIST 699 - Thesis
3 hours
A directed research course for the completion of a thesis rooted in primary sources, resulting in a 100-page document (or other approved form) in which the student addresses a critical question in either philosophy of history or political philosophy. The expected outcome is a full-working draft of the thesis. GR
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Honors |
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HONR 110 - Exploring Faith and Humanity
3 hours
First course in a four course sequence that focuses on the broad theme of “What Does It Mean to be Human?” This course introduces Honors students to interdisciplinary learning. Each faculty cohort selects novel topics for interdisciplinary, team-taught sessions. This course, along with the other three core honors courses, substitutes for COMM 105 , ENGL 208 /ENGL 209 /ENGL 210 , PHED 190 , and THEO 101 . UG
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HONR 150 - Human Disciplines
3 hours
Second course in a four course sequence that focuses on the broad theme of “What Does It Mean to be Human?” This course, along with the three other Honors core courses, substitutes for COMM 105 , ENGL 208 /ENGL 209 /ENGL 210 , PHED 190 , and THEO 101 . UG
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HONR 200 - Humanity and Outside Influences
3 hours
Third course in a four course sequence that focuses on the broad theme of “What does it mean to be human?” Each faculty cohort selects novel topics for interdisciplinary, team-taught sessions. This course, along with the other three core Honors courses, substitutes for COMM 105 , ENGL 208 /ENGL 209 /ENGL 210 , PHED 190 , and THEO 101 . UG
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HONR 255 - Issues in Society
3 hours
Fourth course in a four course sequence that focuses on the broad theme of “What does it mean to be human?” Each faculty cohort selects novel topics for interdisciplinary, team-taught sessions. This course, along with the other three core Honors courses, substitutes for COMM 105 , ENGL 208 /ENGL 209 /ENGL 210 , PHED 190 , and THEO 101 . UG
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HONR 500 - Honors Research Project
0-6 hours
An independent, in-depth examination of a topic or creative effort in the major field of study, supervised by a faculty mentor. Project may be in area of interest within or outside the major discipline or an interdisciplinary topic. It may involve an internship or study abroad experience. Students in the Honors program must enroll in HONR 500 each semester and must complete a total of six credit hours. Prerequisite(s): successful completion of HONR 110 , HONR 150 , 250 and 260. UG
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Human Resource Management |
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HRM 447 - Staffing, Selection and Placement
3 hours
Examines essential practices and functions of staff selection and placement, including determination of staffing needs, external and internal recruitment, and selection processes. Other topics include the responsibilities of complying with labor laws and regulations related to hiring, and ensuring that selection processes are appropriate to support the organization’s long-term strategic plans. CS
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HRM 452 - Employee and Labor Relations
3 hours
An overview of laws and regulations pertaining to employee relations, discipline processes, grievance/dispute resolution, and discharge. Students also learn the correct procedures for responding to charges of discrimination and wrongful discharge. CS
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HRM 461 - Salary and Benefits Administration
3 hours
Discussion of organizational approaches to compensation programs that assist in attracting, retaining, and motivating employees. Topics include compensation plan objectives, links between performance and pay, legal requirements and constraints on pay programs, and the relationship among finances, communication, and administration. The focus of this course is on developing a compensation plan that will aid an organization in attaining its goals. CS
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HRM 465 - Employee Development
3 hours
Focuses on the philosophy of and critical organizational practices for building and sustaining an organizational culture supportive of a learning environment. Students will explore needs analysis, instructional design, strategic training, evaluation methods, educational technologies, and career management issues. The role of human resources in improving worker performances and developing the workforce to meet the organization’s goals is emphasized. CS
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Leadership |
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LEAD 200 - Introduction to Leadership Studies
3 hours
Provides an introduction and overview of major theories of leadership, tracing the development of important and sometimes contradictory ideas of leadership spanning from classical to our contemporary era, including an introduction to a Christian theology of leadership. This course includes self-assessments and introduces the leadership challenge. UG
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LEAD 235 - Teambuilding and Leadership
3 hours
Same as COMM 235 . UG
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LEAD 400 - Leadership Capstone
3 hours
In this capstone course, students provide reflection and draw leadership connections from their chosen electives and articulate a position of how they may implement distinctively Christian servant leadership within their personal and professional lives and as a citizen within society. Attention is given to studying contributions of servant leaders (historical and contemporary) including interaction with special speakers. Special emphasis is given to integrating concepts of servant leadership within the context of everyday decision-making. In this course, students complete their leadership portfolios. UG
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Library Information |
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LSCI 600 - Professional and Ethical Issues
3 hours
The candidate will develop an understanding of social and ethical behavior regarding information and information technology. He or she will recognize principles of equitable physical access to information. Modeling continuous learning through participation in professional organizations and staff development programs will be the desired outcome of this course. GR
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LSCI 601 - Information Technologies/Media Services and Production I
3 hours
Understanding of technological needs of students and faculty; and teaching the use of computers and technology tools is the focus. The candidate will learn how to select, install, manage, and maintain applicable technologies and develop technology plans. He or she will understand the need to provide equitable access to multiple media resources and gain competence in word processing, databases, spreadsheets, presentation software, graphics, and production software, which will allow for assisting K-12 students in media production applications. GR
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LSCI 602 - Reference and Information Services
3 hours
The candidate will develop an understanding of information literacy in order to direct student and faculty use of print and non-print information resources. Solving information needs with critical thinking and problem-solving skills is examined. The candidate will also learn how to provide an environment compatible for multiple learning styles and diverse K-12 students. GR
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LSCI 603A - Practicum/Internship I
3 hours
The candidate will engage in practical, supervised experiences in school media centers with a wide variety of tasks. He or she will be involved in interactions with students who have diverse abilities and backgrounds and will incorporate a wide range of standards. Corequisite(s): Take concurrently with LSCI 600 , LSCI 601 , LSCI 602 , and LSCI 608 . GR
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LSCI 603B - Practicum/Internship II
3 hours
The candidate will engage in practical, supervised experiences in school media centers with a wide variety of tasks. He or she will be involved in interactions with students who have diverse abilities and backgrounds. Corequisite(s): Take concurrently with LSCI 604 , LSCI 605 , LSCI 606 , LSCI 607 , LSCI 609 , and LSCI 610 . GR
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LSCI 604 - Organization
3 hours
An introduction to the field of cataloging and classification to provide the student with the knowledge, classification tools, and confidence to conduct basic cataloging functions in any school library setting. GR
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LSCI 605 - Administration
3 hours
The student will be provided with the knowledge and expertise necessary to effectively administer school library programs. Focus is on program components for which school libraries have responsibility: collection development, budgeting, grant writing, facilities, personnel, procedures, and program evaluation. This class will solidify ideas and practices from previous classes into a portfolio for future reference. GR
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LSCI 606 - Information Technologies/Media Services and Production II
3 hours
In preparing for the development of a final project, a library technology plan, the student will explore a wide range of technology needs in the school library. He/she will be exposed to a variety of available technologies, learn how to evaluate and select technologies, work with key school decision-makers, budget for technology, adapt new technologies to the library situation, learn why equitable access to technology is important, and advocate for the use of technology in the library. You will also be required to develop a schema that describes the structure, content and layout of a model School Library Media Center website, as well as the desirability of separating web page layout from content. GR
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LSCI 607 - Literature and Resources for Children
3 hours
An introduction to literature and resources for children. Developing and evaluating the materials collection based on diverse learning needs of students and faculty will be emphasized, along with using the appropriate review sources to assist in recommending and purchasing materials suited for individual learners and the curriculum with a focus on providing for reading, listening, and viewing guidance to the student. GR
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LSCI 608 - Literature and Resources for Young Adults
3 hours
Skills for introducing literature and resources to both young adults (ages 12-18) and their teachers will be covered, with emphasis on evaluation, selection and use of print and non-print materials across all genres based on diverse needs. Added emphasis will be on providing reading, listening, and viewing guidance to young adults and promotion of young adult literature for both personal and curricular use in library media center programs. GR
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LSCI 609 - Curriculum Integration
3 hours
The candidate will learn to partner with other members of the learning community to meet learning needs of K-12 students. Focus is on integrating the school library media program into the curriculum to promote achievement of learning goals and content-area standards. The candidates will develop skills for collaborating and co-teaching with classroom teachers on integrated student assignments and projects. GR
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LSCI 610 - Communication and Leadership
3 hours
Knowledge and expertise that are needed for leadership and communication in the library program are the goals of this course; topics covered include leadership styles, advocacy, communication, professional development and marketing/promotion. GR
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Literature |
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LIT 205 - Studies in Literature
3 hours
An introduction to literature, including the imaginative genres of poetry, fiction, and drama. Selections include works from around the world, including those from non-western and third-world cultures, writers of both genders, and writers of various philosophical stances. Focuses on an appreciation of and critical thought about literature. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
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LIT 211 - British Literature I
3 hours
A survey of representative authors, works and literary forms from Anglo-Saxon times through the British Renaissance. Offered fall of even years. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
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LIT 212 - British Literature II
3 hours
A survey of representative authors, works and literary forms from the British Restoration through the twenty-first century. Offered fall of odd years. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
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LIT 240 - World Literature
3 hours
A comparative and historical survey of representative writers of Western Civilization. Attention given to the emergence and development of major themes, literary forms, and genres. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
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LIT 255 - Survey of American Literature
3 hours
A survey of American literature from the colonial times to the present. Attention given to various genres, including works by authors of both genders, diverse backgrounds, and various philosophical stances. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
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LIT 307 - Literature of Non-Western Cultures
3 hours
A study of works of non-Western contemporary writers, such as those in Africa, India, Asia, and Central and South America with attention to cultural, historical, political, and social contexts. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite(s): LIT 205 , LIT 211 , LIT 212 , or LIT 255 . UG
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LIT 315 - Multiethnic Literature
3 hours
A study of the works of minority American writers with attention to cultural, historical, social, and political contexts. Works by African-, Hispanic-, Asian-, and Native-American writers will be read. Prerequisite(s): LIT 205 , LIT 211 , LIT 212 , or LIT 255 . UG
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LIT 318 - Shakespeare
3 hours
A study of the drama and theatre of England’s greatest dramatist in historical, cultural, and critical contexts. Works from all periods and all the dramatic genres are studied. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s): LIT 205 , LIT 211 , LIT 212 , LIT 240 , LIT 255 , LIT 307 , or LIT 315 . UG
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LIT 325 - Philosophical Foundations and Literary Theory
3 hours
A study of the major works, movements, and practitioners of literary criticism, from Plato to Post-Structuralism. Attention is given not only to the fundamental philosophies informing criticism, but also to the practical application of critical methods. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite(s): LIT 205 , LIT 211 , LIT 212 , LIT 240 , LIT 255 , LIT 307 , or LIT 315 . UG
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LIT 364 - Dramatic Literature/History
3 hours
Same as COMM 364 . UG
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LIT 400 - The Novel
3 hours
Readings primarily in the British and American novel, tracing its development from the 18th century through the 20th century. Contemporary, continental, and non-Western novels may also be represented. Offered each fall semester. Prerequisite(s): LIT 325 or consent of instructor. UG
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LIT 414 - Special Topics in Literature
3 hours
A study of a selected genre or literary topic not ordinarily covered in other courses. Content will vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit. Topic must be different. Offered every year in alternate semesters. Prerequisite(s): LIT 325 or consent of instructor. UG
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LIT 450 - Seminar in World, British, and American Literatures
2 hours
An in-depth study of literary periods, major authors, and major works in preparation for graduate school and nationally standardized tests such as the GRE Special Area Test in Literature and the ETS Major Field Test in Literature. Offered each spring semester. Prerequisite(s): LIT 325 or consent of instructor. UG
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Mathematics |
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MATH 103 - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts
3 hours
A general liberal arts mathematics course intended to introduce the student to several diverse areas of applications of mathematics. Three or four of the following five topics will be covered in some depth: finance, graph theory, voting and apportionment, probability, and statistics. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095 or a Math ACT score of 19 or above. UG
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MATH 111 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I
3 hours
Set notation and operations, number systems, and other bases. Special attention is given to whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, and real numbers. Properties of the fundamental operations of arithmetic are studied. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095 or a Math ACT score of 19 or above. This course does not satisfy the general education Mathematics requirement unless MATH 112 is also satisfactorily completed. UG
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MATH 112 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II
3 hours
A continuation of MATH 111 . Topics studied will include geometry (shapes, congruence, relationships, constructions, Pythagorean theorem, symmetries, etc.), measurement (linear, area, volume, angles), elementary probability, and statistics. Prerequisite(s): MATH 111 or consent of the instructor. UG
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MATH 117 - Finite Mathematics with Business Applications
3 hours
An introduction to finite mathematics with applications in business and management areas. Constructing and using linear models, matrices, solving linear systems of equations, linear programming, probability, and expected value. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095 or a Math ACT score of 19 or above. UG
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MATH 120 - Introduction to Statistics
3 hours
An introduction to statistics including basic descriptive statistics, probability, the normal distribution, hypothesis testing with one and two sample problems, regression, and correlation. MATH 120 and MATH 241 cannot both be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095 or a Math ACT score of 19 or above. UG
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MATH 131 - Algebra and Trigonometry
4 hours
Binomial expansion, inequalities, induction proofs, complex numbers, function notation, logarithms, and basic combinatorics; trigonometric functions, graphs, identities, and equations; laws of sines and cosines, DeMoivre’s Theorem. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095 with a minimum grade of C-, or a Math ACT score of 19 or above. UG
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MATH 132 - Trigonometry
2 hours
Trigonometric functions, graphs, identities, solving trigonometric equations, laws of sines and cosines, and DeMoivre’s theorem. Prerequisite(s): A course in College Algebra, GNST 095 with a minimum grade of C- or a Math ACT score of 19 or above. MATH 131 and MATH 132 cannot both be taken for credit. MATH 132 is the second half of MATH 131 . UG
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MATH 147 - Calculus I
4 hours
An introduction to the calculus of one variable with associated analytic geometry. A review of selected topics from algebra, limits, continuity, derivatives and applications, indefinite integration with applications, the definite integral, and the fundamental theorem of calculus. Prerequisite(s): completion of a pre-calculus course that includes trigonometry and an ACT math score of 26 or above, MATH 131 , or consent of the instructor. UG
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MATH 148 - Calculus II
4 hours
A continuation of MATH 147 . Applications of the definite integral; elementary transcendental functions, including their derivatives and integrals, techniques of integration, polar coordinates, hyperbolic functions, conics, L’Hopital’s rule, improper integrals, sequences, series, and Taylor’s formula. Prerequisite(s): MATH 147 , an AP Calculus AB score of 4 or 5, or consent of the instructor. UG
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MATH 151 - Freshman Seminar in Mathematics
1 hour
Students will be introduced to using Scientific Workplace, a computer algebra system. A unit on the mathematics of finance will also be covered, along with selected topics that may include fractals, chaos, cryptography, or conics. Prerequisite(s): MATH 147 . UG
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MATH 220 - Number Theory and Proof
3 hours
An introduction to proofs through the discipline of Number Theory. Topics include: natural numbers, integers, prime factorization, divisibility, congruences, continued fractions, and Diophantine equations. Proof techniques to include deductive proof procedures like direct, indirect, by cases, by contradiction, as well as mathematical induction. Prerequisite(s): MATH 147 . UG
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MATH 241 - Statistics
4 hours
An introductory course in statistics with applications from a variety of disciplines. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, expected value, sampling distributions, estimation, hypotheses testing of means and proportions (one and two sample cases), regression, correlation, chi-square, nonparametric statistics, and an introduction to analysis of variance. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095 or a Math ACT of 19 or above. UG
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MATH 261 - Calculus III
4 hours
A continuation of MATH 148 . Analytic geometry and vectors in three dimensions, partial derivatives and applications, multiple integrals, and vector calculus. Prerequisite(s): MATH 148 , an AP Calculus BC score of 4 or 5, or consent of the instructor. UG
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MATH 311 - Discrete Mathematics
3 hours
An introduction to discrete mathematics, including sets, functions, algorithms, mathematical induction, combinatorics, recurrence relations, graph theory, trees, networks. Prerequisite(s): MATH 147 and either CSIS 171 or CSIS 251 , or consent of instructor. UG
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MATH 330 - Regression and Time Series
3 hours
Building on the regression material in MATH 241 , this course will include multiple regression, analysis of covariance, time series, forecasting, along with hypothesis and confidence intervals for these models. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 . UG
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MATH 340 - Financial Mathematics
3 hours
Provide an understanding of the fundamental concepts of financial mathematics including interest, yield rates, present and accumulated values, annuities, loans, and bonds. Discrete and continuous rates will be covered. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite(s): MATH 148 , MATH 151 , and BSNS 355 . UG
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MATH 351 - Linear Algebra
3 hours
This course covers the fundamentals of linear algebra, including systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vectors and vector spaces (linear independence, basis, dimension, inner-product spaces, orthonormal bases), linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Prerequisite(s): MATH 148 or consent of instructor. UG
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MATH 354 - Numerical Analysis
3 hours
The field of numerical analysis deals with mathematical theory, which leads to algorithms for solving various types of applied problems. The algorithms are computational and require a computer for their execution. Topics include solution of nonlinear equations, systems of nonlinear and linear equations, least squares curve fitting, polynomial interpolation, numerical integration and differentiation, and the numerical solution of ordinary differential equations. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite(s): MATH 261 , MATH 351 , and CSIS 171 or CSIS 251 , or consent of instructor. UG
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MATH 357 - Differential Equations
3 hours
An introduction to differential equations with an emphasis on solving differential equations. Topics include first-order equations, linear differential equations, inverse differential operators, the LaPlace transform, nonlinear equations, and solutions for systems of equations. Prerequisite(s): MATH 261 or consent of instructor. UG
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MATH 373 - Foundations of Mathematics
3 hours
A consideration of the origin, history, literature, and nature of mathematics. Possible topics include Euclid’s Elements, development of non-Eudlidean geometries, Hilbert’s postulates for geometry, algebraic structure, the modern mathematical method, number systems, sets, logic, and philosophy. Offered in Alternate Years. Corequisite(s): MATH 220 . UG
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MATH 410 - Introduction to Real Analysis
3 hours
A careful study of the properties of the real number system. Topics include order properties, completeness, limits, sequences, continuity, uniform continuity, theory of derivatives, and the Riemann integral. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 , MATH 261 . UG
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MATH 430 - Abstract Algebra
3 hours
A study of the fundamental structures of algebra, including groups, rings, integral domains, fields, isomorphisms, homomorphisms, and quotient structures. Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 Corequisite(s): MATH 351 . UG
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MATH 450 - Senior Seminar in Mathematics
1 hour
A capstone course for the Mathematics major involving a variety of selected problems. Students will work on projects which will be presented to the class. This course is only open to majors in the Department of Mathematics and should be taken during the student’s last available fall semester. Offered each fall. UG
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MATH 455 - Modern College Geometry
3 hours
A study of Euclidean geometry with Hilbert’s axioms and projective geometry, including duality, harmonic sequences, transformations, and analytic projective geometry. Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 . Corequisite(s): MATH 351 . UG
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MATH 465 - Probability and Mathematical Statistics
3 hours
Discrete and continuous probability spaces, density and distribution functions, random variables, expectations, variance, independence, conditional distributions, random sampling, law of large numbers, estimation of parameters, central limit theorem, moment-generating functions, transformations, and Order Statistics. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 , MATH 261 . UG
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MATH 491 - Topics in Mathematics
1-4 hours
Selected topics in mathematics to provide opportunity for individual attention to areas of special interest. Prerequisite(s): consent of the instructor. UG
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MATH 499 - Middle School Math Methods
3 hours
A consideration of the problems, materials, methods, and activities involved in the teaching of math for the middle school student. A practicum experience in a public school setting is included. Does not count as mathematics hours toward a degree in Mathematics. UG
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MTH 116 - Introduction to Statistics
3 hours
This course is an introduction to statistical methods, including sampling, measures of dispersion, averages, and statistical inferences. CS
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MTH 117 - Finite Mathematics
3 hours
This course provides an introduction to finite mathematics with applications in business and management areas. Topics include the construction and use of linear models, matrices, the solving of linear systems of equations, linear programming, mathematics of finance, and probability. CS
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MTH 120 - Introduction to Statistics
3 hours
An introduction to statistics including basic descriptive statistics, probability, the normal distribution, hypothesis testing with one and two sample problems, regression,and correlation. CS
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MSCI 022 - Military Science Leadership Lab
0 hours
Practical application of military skills taught in MSCI basic and advanced courses. Hands-on training in basic soldier skills, squad and platoon tactics, weapons, communications, and organizational leadership. Corequisite(s): Corequisite for MSCI 121 /MSCI 122 , MSCI 221 /MSCI 222 , MSCI 331 /MSCI 332 , MSCI 441 /MSCI 442 . UG
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MSCI 121 - Introduction to Leadership
2 hours
This course is an introduction to fundamental components of service as an officer in the U.S. Army. These initial lessons form the building blocks of progressive lessons in values, fitness, leadership, and officership. This course also addresses life skills, including fitness, communications theory and practice (written and oral), interpersonal relationships, and the ethics of Christian service. Emphasis on hands-on learning also includes blocks of instruction on map-reading, orienteering, marksmanship, and rappelling, as well as weekly leadership laboratories, one weekend field training exercise, and physical training. Upon completion of this semester, the cadets should be prepared to receive more complex leadership instruction. Corequisite(s): MSCI 022 . UG
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MSCI 122 - Leadership and Decision Making
2 hours
Builds upon the fundamentals introduced in the previous semester by focusing on leadership theory and decision-making. Life skills lessons in this semester include problem-solving, critical thinking, leadership theory, followership, group interaction, goal-setting, and feedback mechanisms. Upon completion of this semester, cadets should be prepared to advance to more complex leadership instruction concerning the dynamics of organizations. Additionally, they will be increasingly required to demonstrate knowledge of leadership fundamentals and communications (written and oral). Hands-on learning also includes blocks of instruction on map-reading, orienteering, marksmanship, and rappelling, as well as weekly leadership laboratories, one weekend field training exercise, and physical training. Corequisite(s): MSCI 022 . UG
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