Mar 29, 2024  
2013-2014 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2013-2014 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Biology

  
  • BIOL 431 - Pathology


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: BIOL 226, 226L, 227 and 227L. Co-requisite: BIOL 431L. The objective of this course is to provide the student with an understanding of the mechanisms and the ability to identify the gross and microscopic characteristics of the pathologies of the human body. Lecture 3 hours.
     
  
  • BIOL 431L - Pathology


    (1 hours) Prerequisites: BIOL 226, 226L, 227, and 227L. Corequisite: BIOL 431L. The objective of this course is to provide the student with the ability to identify the gross and microscopic characteristics of the pathologies of the human body. Laboratory: 2 hours. Note: Laboratory fee required.
  
  • BIOL 434 - Histology


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: BIOL 227 and 227L with a grade of “C” or better in both and CHEM 117 or CHEM 122 with lab 124 with a grade of “C” or better in both. Corequisite: BIOL 434L. A detailed analysis of tissues with particular emphasis on normal and pathological human histology. Lecture 3 hours. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • BIOL 434L - Histology Laboratory


    (1 hours) Corequisite: BIOL 434. A series of laboratory exercises to correspond to lecture material. Laboratory: 2 hours. Note: Laboratory fee required.
  
  • BIOL 437 - Immunology


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: BIOL 220 and 220L. with a grade of “C” or better. An introduction to how organisms react, either positively or negatively, to foreign material encountered in their environment. This course will emphasize how the immune system develops and the different immune mechanisms used to deal with foreign material and infectious agents. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • BIOL 440 - Plant Taxonomy


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: BIOL 242 and 242L with a grade of “C” or better in both. Corequisite: BIOL 440L. Classification of the plant kingdom with emphasis on the tracheophytes of lower South Carolina. Lecture 3 hours. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • BIOL 440L - Plant Taxonomy Laboratory


    (1 hours) Corequisite: BIOL 440. A series of laboratory exercises to correspond to lecture material. Laboratory: 2 hours. Note: Laboratory fee required.
  
  • BIOL 442 - Plant Physiology


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: BIOL 242 and 242L with a grade of “C” or better in both. Corequisite: BIOL 442L. A comprehensive look at the physiological processes of plants. The course will incorporate current literature in the field of study. Topics that will be covered include: pollination, hormone signaling, defense and wound response, nutrient up-take, light response, abiotic stress response, photosynthesis, gravity sensing, and plant growth and development. Lecture: 3 hours.
  
  • BIOL 442L - Plant Physiology Laboratory


    (1 hours) Prerequisites: BIOL 242 and 242L with a grade of “C” or better in both. Corequisites: BIOL 442. A series of laboratory exercises to correspond to lecture material. Laboratory: 2 hours. Note: Laboratory fee required.
  
  • BIOL 461 - Herpetology


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: BIOL 203 and BIOL 203L with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite: BIOL 461L. This course is a survey of the biology of reptiles and amphibians. The lecture component focuses on structure, life history, behavior, distribution, ecology, and conservation. The laboratory component covers taxonomy, morphology, and diversity, with an emphasis on local fauna.  Lecture: 3 hours.
  
  • BIOL 461L - Herpetology Lab


    (1 hours) Prerequisite: BIOL 203 and BIOL 203L. Corequisite: BIOL 461. A series of laboratory exercises to correspond to lecture material. Laboratory: 2 hours.
    Note: Laboratory fee required.
  
  • BIOL 462 - Mammalogy


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: BIOL 203 and 203L with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite: BIOL 462L. Course material is divided into two broad areas of study: basic principles of mammalogy and a systematic study of mammalian orders. Emphasized topics include the characteristics, classification, distribution, reproduction, development, behavior, populations, and economic relationships of mammals. Lecture 3 hours. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • BIOL 462L - Mammalogy Laboratory


    (1 hours) Corequisite: BIOL 462.  A series of laboratory exercises to correspond to lecture material. Laboratory: 2 hours. Note: Laboratory fee required.
  
  • BIOL 463 - Ornithology


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: BIOL 203 and 203L with a grade of “C” or better. . Corequisite: BIOL 463L. Covers avian taxonomy, morphology, physiology, behavior, communication, migration, conservation, extinction, and other important topics related to the natural history and ecology of birds.  Lecture: 3 hours.
  
  • BIOL 463L - Ornithology Laboratory


    (1 hours) Prerequisites: BIOL 203 and 203L with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite: BIOL 463. A series of laboratory exercises to correspond to lecture material.  Laboratory: 2 hours. Note: Laboratory fee required.
  
  • BIOL 475 - Environmental Science


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: BIOL 410 and 410L with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite: BIOL 475L. This course represents a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach to the understanding of the complexities of the wise use of natural resources, the roles of industrialization contributing to environmental concerns, the identification of methods of environmental clean-up, the effects on human health, species diversity and productivity. Laboratory exercises and field trips to local industries are designed to give students “hands-on” experiences with environmental instrumentation and applications. Lecture 3 hours. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • BIOL 475L - Environmental Science Laboratory


    (1 hours) Corequisite: BIOL 475.  A series of laboratory exercises to correspond to lecture material. Laboratory: 2 hours. Note: Laboratory fee required.

Business

  
  • BUSI 101 - Introduction to Business


    (3 hours) Survey of economic systems, forms of business ownership and running of small business; organizing and managing businesses; managing human resources; managing production and information; managing marketing; introducing financial issues including accounting, money and banking, securities markets; business issues and challenges including legal and regulatory environment, business ethics and International business.
  
  • BUSI 105 - The World of Business


    (3 hours) A foundations course that emphasizes decision making in an ever-changing world economy. The focus is on building a foundation for key success factors and life skills, including professionalism, communications, global and cultural awareness, team-based decision making, critical thinking, technological competence, and business language. Some emphasis is placed on career guidance, including an appreciation for the functional areas of business. Registration limited to Freshman and Sophomore students. Exceptions could be granted with Chair/Dean permission. Note: All students placed in ENGL 099 and/or MATH 099 must complete the course(s) successfully before being allowed into BUSI 105.
  
  • BUSI 203 - Personal Finance


    (3 hours) This course is an in-depth study of the biblical view of making and managing money and possessions. The course examines the practical application of planning tools and processes that when applied lead to true financial freedom. The successful student learns to be a faithful steward of the resources that God has entrusted to each of us.
  
  • BUSI 304 - Business Communication


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business and ENGL 112. A study of written and oral interpersonal communication in business organizations. The course includes an investigation of business communication problems; objectives, principles, methods, channels, media, and forms of business communication; organizing, analyzing, writing correspondence and reports, and oral reporting.
  
  • BUSI 305 - Business Finance


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business, ACCT 211 (grade of “C” or better), COIN 209 (or higher) ECON 224 or MATH 213. Principles of managing capital in a business firm.
  
  • BUSI 314 - Information Systems Concepts


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business, COIN 209 or 217 and MGMT 310. Introduction to information systems concepts including an introduction to computer programming, systems analysis and design, and database implementation. Survey of contemporary strategic planning initiatives for information systems design. This course is for the non-technical business persons who will be users of information technology, but not computer programmers, systems analysts, database administrators, network administrators, etc.
  
  • BUSI 315 - Risk Management and Insurance


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Business. This course covers the principles of assessment, risk avoidance, and the nature of financial tools which may be used to shelter critical assets against loss. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • BUSI 327 - Intermediate Business Finance


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business and BUSI 305 grade of “C” or better. Continuation of managing capital in a business firm.
  
  • BUSI 336 - Legal Environment of Business


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business and ENGL 112. Managerial decision-making in the legal environment including an overview of the American justice system, with emphasis on the formation and performance of contracts, the interaction of agency law and business liability, protections afforded intellectual property, and the impact on environmental, antitrust and securities regulation on businesses. Instruction and discussion will be grounded in a Christian worldview thereby providing students on a basis for confidence in reaching decisions within the framework of the rules of law.
  
  • BUSI 361 - Entrepreneurial Action


    (1 hours) Prerequisites: Approval of instructor. The course will focus on planning student-directed educational projects worldwide, aimed at increasing citizen awareness and understanding of business and economic issues. Projects will be based on the criteria set by the Enactus national organization. Students will create, deploy, and implement projects dealing with: Market Economics, Success Skills, Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy, Environmental Sustainability, and Business Ethics. Students may earn up to 6 hours of credit for this course.
  
  • BUSI 362 - Entrepreneurial Action


    (2 hours) Prerequisites: Approval of instructor. The course will focus on planning student-directed educational projects worldwide, aimed at increasing citizen awareness and understanding of business and economic issues. Projects will be based on the criteria set by the Enactus national organization. Students will create, deploy, and implement projects dealing with: Market Economics, Success Skills, Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy, Environmental Sustainability, and Business Ethics. Students may earn up to 6 hours of credit for this course.
  
  • BUSI 363 - Entrepreneurial Action


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Approval of instructor. The course will focus on planning student-directed educational projects worldwide, aimed at increasing citizen awareness and understanding of business and economic issues. Projects will be based on the criteria set by the Enactus national organization. Students will create, deploy, and implement projects dealing with: Market Economics, Success Skills, Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy, Environmental Sustainability, and Business Ethics. Students may earn up to 6 hours of credit for this course.
  
  • BUSI 412 - Principles of Real Estate


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business and MGMT 310 (grade of “C” or better). Introduction to the principles of purchasing, developing, managing, and financing real estate. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • BUSI 415 - Business Plan Development


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business, ACCT 211 (grade of “C” or higher); COIN 209 (or COIN 211) or higher. Principles of developing and documenting a top quality, professionally constructed business plan.  The Business Plan is designed to inform potential stakeholders and to give direction to internal management.  Proven tools and procedures assure that the finished product will provide necessary information to properly direct and evaluate the performance of the small, entrepreneurial enterprise.
  
  • BUSI 437 - Entrepreneurial Finance


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business, ACCT 211 (grade of “C” or better) and COIN 209 (or COIN 211) or higher. Principles of managing capital requirements in the small or family business.  This course addresses techniques to successfully finance and sustain small firms and owner managed companies.  Topics covered include the tools to maintain financial control and avoiding unique financial barriers that can damage the well being of the start-up enterprise.  This course will be cross-listed as BUSI 537.
  
  • BUSI 438 - Commercial Law


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business and BUSI 336. Explores the impact of the Uniform Commercial Code on business operations. For students pursuing an emphasis in accounting and others desiring a broad and yet detailed knowledge of commercial law. Topics covered include sales, commercial paper, corporations, partnerships, joint ventures, sole proprietorships, bailment and agency. Attention to Christian ethics and proper business conduct will be emphasized throughout the course.
  
  • BUSI 446 - Investments and Security Analysis


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business, BUSI 305 and ECON 224. Techniques and theories used in analyzing securities. Selection, management, evaluation, and revision of portfolios. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • BUSI 455 - International Business


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business, ECON 211 and 212, and BUSI 305. A study of the international business environment including the nature of multinational corporations and their management, the assessment of foreign business environments as to regulations, laws, culture, and profit opportunities, and operations of international transactions.
  
  • BUSI 481 - Business Ethics


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business and ENGL 112. This course is designed to provide the student with a basis for making business decisions within the framework of social responsibilities, law, and societal customs, values, and beliefs. An examination of business activities and their community impact will be analyzed in detail.
  
  • BUSI 485 - Business Strategy


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business, BUSI 305, MRKT 310, and MGMT 310, (grades of “C” or better). Capstone course designed to integrate and utilize concepts from the major business courses, and the study of strategic organization concepts and practices, in response to organization-wide business challenges.
    This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • BUSI 490 - Business Internships


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business, 61 semester hours, 2.75 GPA, and permission of the department chairperson. Qualified students may apply to the School of Business Internship Committee for internship positions. Appointments are made on a competitive basis. Only six hours may be earned. Three Business (BUSI) or Economics (ECON) internship hours may be applied in major or minor (but not both) and three hours of general elective credit. An intern must work at least 112 hours to receive credit. Grading is on a pass-fail basis.
  
  • BUSI 491 - Business Internships


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Business, 61 semester hours, 2.75 GPA, and permission of the department chairperson. Qualified students may apply to the School of Business Internship Committee for internship positions. Appointments are made on a competitive basis. Only six hours may be earned. Three Business (BUSI) or Economics (ECON) internship hours may be applied in major or minor (but not both) and three hours of general elective credit. An intern must work at least 112 hours to receive credit. Grading is on a pass-fail basis.

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 110 - Concepts of Chemistry and Lab


    (4 hours) A descriptive survey course in chemical principles and inorganic chemistry. The course covers key principles needed as background for varied educational programs as general education, liberal arts, and business. Topics include measurement, atomic structure, chemical bonding, energy, states of matter, and chemical reactions. Selected environmental and consumer topics are covered. Lecture 3 hours, Laboratory 2 hours. (Laboratory fee required) This course does not count toward a Chemistry major or minor. This course cannot be challenged. Note: All students placed in MATH 099 must complete the course successfully before being allowed into CHEM 110 or higher.
  
  • CHEM 111 - Physical Science for Educators


    (4 hours) Prerequisite: Math 110 or 111 (grade of “C” or better) and permission of the Education department. This course is designed for early childhood and elementary education majors following the State of South Carolina’s science standards for grades kindergarten through 8th grade. Included is an introduction to the concepts of properties and measurement, motion, sound, electricity, energy, light, atomic structure, nuclear change, and chemical change. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. (Laboratory fee required.) Cross-listed under Physics. (Parent = CHEM)
  
  • CHEM 115 - Introductory Chemistry


    (3 hours) Corequisites: CHEM 116. Prerequisites: MATH 111 with a grade of C or better.  

    An introductory course in chemistry for students with little or no background in chemistry or who had such instruction long enough ago that a review is needed and who expect to continue in science.  Emphasis will be placed on conceptual and quantitative skills.  Lecture: 3 hours. This course cannot be challenged. Note: This course does not count toward a biochemistry major, chemistry major or minor.

  
  • CHEM 116 - Introductory Chemistry Laboratory


    (1 hours) Corequisite: CHEM 115.  A series of laboratory experiments designed to enhance laboratory techniques, data processing skills and to illustrate concepts studied in CHEM 115. Laboratory fee required. Laboratory: 2 hours. This course cannot be challenged. Note: This course does not count toward a biochemistry major, chemistry major or minor.
  
  • CHEM 117 - Elementary Organic Biochemistry


    (4 hours) Prerequisites: CHEM 115 or CHEM 121 and 123 (grade of “C” or better). A broad course that descriptively covers the organic functional groups, reactions that relate to biochemistry, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids and enzymes. This course is designed to meet the needs of students in Science-Related Fields such as Nursing, Allied Health and Environmental Management. Lecture 3 hours, Laboratory 2 hours. (Laboratory fee required) This course does not count toward a Chemistry major. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 121 - College Chemistry I


    (3 hours) Corequisites or Prerequisites: CHEM 123 and MATH 130 (grades of C or better). A quantitative study of the fundamental laws and theories of chemistry. Topics include measurement, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, gases and intermolecular forces. Lecture 3 hours. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 122 - College Chemistry II


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: CHEM 121 (grade of “C” or better ),CHEM 123 (grade of “C” or better ) and MATH 130 (grade of “C” or better). Corequisite or Prerequisite: CHEM 124 (grade of “C” or better ). A continuation of the quantitative study of the fundamental laws and theories of chemistry. Topics include solution chemistry, kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acids-base chemistry, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry and modern materials. Lecture 3 hours. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 123 - College Chemistry Laboratory I


    (1 hours) Corequisite or Prerequisite: CHEM 121. A series of laboratory experiments designed to enhance laboratory techniques, data processing skills, and to illustrate some chemical concepts studied in Chemistry 121. Laboratory 3 hours. (Laboratory fee required) This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 124 - College Chemistry Laboratory II


    (1 hours) Corequisite or Prerequisite: CHEM 122. A series of laboratory experiments designed to enhance laboratory techniques, data processing skills, and to illustrate some chemical concepts studied in Chemistry 122. Laboratory 3 hours. (Laboratory fee required) This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 210 - Quantitative Analysis


    (4 hours) Prerequisite: CHEM 122 and 124 (grade of “C” or better ). A study of the fundamental principles and techniques of analytical chemistry. Topics include the analytical process, statistical treatment of data, chemical equilibrium, advanced acid-base chemistry, complex formation and redox equilibria, gravimetric and volumetric analysis along with an introduction to spectrophotometry and separations. Lecture 3 hours, Laboratory 5 hours. (Laboratory fee required) This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 301 - Organic Chemistry I


    (4 hours) Prerequisite: CHEM 122 and 124 (grade of “C” or better). A study of hydrocarbons to include alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, cycloalkanes, and aromatics. Emphasis is placed on their electronic structure, stereochemistry, reactions and mechanisms, reaction thermodynamics and spectroscopy. Lecture 3 hours, Laboratory 3 hours. (Laboratory fee required) This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 302 - Organic Chemistry II


    (4 hours) Prerequisite: CHEM 301 (grade of “C” or better ). A detailed study of the mechanisms, stereochemistry and reactions of: alkyl halides, alcohols, carboxylic acids, carbonyl compounds, organonitrogen compounds, carbohydrates and amino acids. Emphasis is placed upon using reactions to deduce structure and to synthesize new compounds. Lecture 3 hours, Laboratory 3 hours. (Laboratory fee required) This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 311 - Biochemistry I


    (4 hours) Prerequisites: CHEM 302 (grade of “C” or better) and BIOL 220 (grade of “C” or better). A detailed study of the composition, structure and chemistry of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids within biological systems and the clinical consequences resulting from mutations in these molecules. Laboratory will be centered around isolation, purification, quantification and the kinetics of these molecules. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. (Laboratory fee required.) This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 312 - Biochemistry II


    (4 hours) Prerequisite: CHEM 311 (grade of “C” or better). A detailed study of the structure, stereochemistry, and reactivity of nucleic acids and the study of metabolism, and gene expression within biological systems. Emphasis will be placed on state-of-the-art techniques used to understand chemical processes in biological systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. (Laboratory fee required). This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 320 - Instrumental Analysis


    (4 hours) Prerequisites: CHEM 122 (grade of “C” or better) and either CHEM 117 or 301 (grade of “C” or better). A survey of instrumental methods of analysis including atomic and molecular spectroscopy, electroanalytical techniques, chromatographic separations and thermal methods. Lecture 3 hours, Laboratory 3 hours. (Laboratory fee required) This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 400 - Chemical Research


    (1 - 4 hours) Prerequisites: 16 hours of Chemistry and permission of the instructor. A course of supervised research in a variety of chemical fields. This course should acquaint the student with the research process of preliminary literature search, research, oral presentation, and literature reporting. (Lab fee required). This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 401 - Chemical Research


    (1 - 4 hours) Prerequisites: 16 hours of Chemistry and permission of the instructor. A course of supervised research in a variety of chemical fields. This course should acquaint the student with the research process of preliminary literature search, research, oral presentation, and literature reporting. (Lab fee required). This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHEM 410 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry


    (4 hours) Prerequisites: CHEM 301 and permission of the department. A study of the atomic and molecular structure as related to its periodic table, ionic bonding, covalent bonding, inorganic synthesis, inorganic mechanisms and complexes. Lecture 3 hours, Laboratory 3 hours. (Laboratory fee required)
  
  • CHEM 421 - Physical Chemistry I & Lab


    (4 hours) Prerequisites: 6 hours of CHEM 200 level or above (grade of “C” or better), PHYS 201-202 (grade of “C” or better), and MATH 222 (grade of “C” or better). Application of the laws and principles of physics and mathematics to the study of chemistry, with special emphasis on thermodynamics, equilibrium, gases, solutions and electrochemistry. Lecture 3 hours, Laboratory 3 hours. (Laboratory fee required)
  
  • CHEM 422 - Physical Chemistry II & Lab


    (4 hours) Prerequisite: CHEM 421 (grade of “C” or better). Application of the laws and principles of physics and mathematics to the study of chemistry, with special emphasis on kinetics, quantum mechanics and spectroscopy. Lecture 3 hours, Laboratory 3 hours. (Laboratory fee required)
  
  • CHEM 430 - Advanced Organic Chemistry


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHEM 302 (grade of “C” or better). A study of factors that govern organic reactions. Includes molecular orbitals, aromatic character, antiaromaticy, symmetry controlled reactions, inductive and field effects, kinetic isotope effects, medium effects, as well as stereochemistry and conformational analysis. Lecture 3 hours.

Chinese

  
  • CHIN 213 - Chinese Culture, Language, and Literature in Translation


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: ENGL 111 and 112. A study of Chinese culture (art, religion, history), an introduction to elementary Chinese language (Mandarin), and Chinese literature in translation.

Christian Studies

  
  • CHST 111 - Survey of the Old Testament


    (3 hours) A survey of the content of the Old Testament in its historical and cultural setting, with particular emphasis upon its relevance for today.
  
  • CHST 112 - Survey of the New Testament


    (3 hours) A survey of the content of the New Testament in its historical and cultural setting, with particular emphasis upon its relevance for today.
  
  • CHST 121 - Introductory Biblical Hebrew I


    (3 hours) This course is an introduction to the basics of biblical Hebrew. Emphasis is placed upon the basic forms, grammatical structure, and vocabulary of the Hebrew language.
  
  • CHST 122 - Introductory Biblical Hebrew II


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 121 or permission of the instructor, based upon written examination. This course is a continuation of Introductory Biblical Hebrew I. Emphasis is placed upon grammar, syntax, translation, and exegesis of the biblical Hebrew text.
  
  • CHST 131 - Elementary Koine Greek I


    (3 hours) The basic grammar of the Koine Greek for understanding, pronouncing, reading, and writing.
  
  • CHST 132 - Elementary Koine Greek II


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 131 or permission of the instructor, based upon written examination. The basic grammar of the Koine Greek for understanding, pronouncing, reading, and writing.
  
  • CHST 200 - Christian Discipleship


    (3 hours) An introduction to evangelism, with reference to its biblical base, personal preparation, practical implications and its effective application. Emphasis will be placed upon the content of the gospel message and the nature of Christian discipleship.
  
  • CHST 201 - The Pentateuch


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 111 or permission of the instructor. A study of the first five books of the Bible. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHST 202 - Major and Minor Prophets


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 111 or permission of the instructor. A study of the content and historical background of the Old Testament prophets. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHST 204 - Biblical Teaching and Preaching


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: CHST 111 or 112 This course is an introduction to teaching and preaching the Bible. Students will learn principles for preparing and delivering a Bible study and/or sermon. Students are strongly encouraged but not required to take Hermeneutics (CHST 310) prior to taking CHST 204.
  
  • CHST 207 - Christian Classics


    (3 hours) A survey of representative Christian literature from the first century through the twentieth. Works considered will include The Confessions of St. Augustine, The Imitation of Christ, The Pilgrim’s Progress, The Journal of John Woolman, Letters and Papers from Prison, and selected others.
  
  • CHST 209 - Survey of Christian Education and Administration


    (3 hours) This course will focus on a survey of the theory and practice of Christian Education in the contemporary church and the principles and practices of church and Christian organization administration.
  
  • CHST 219 - The Life and Teachings of Jesus


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 112 or permission of the instructor. A study of the life and teachings of Jesus with primary emphasis on the canonical gospels.
  
  • CHST 220 - Life and Letters of Paul


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 112 or permission of the instructor. A study of the life and teachings of Paul with primary emphasis on the Pauline epistles and Acts.
  
  • CHST 230 - Introduction to Student Ministry


    (3 hours) This course is a basic survey of Student Ministry. The student will be introduced to current issues, trends and resources for Student Ministry. This course will serve as a prerequisite for all other Student Ministry courses.
  
  • CHST 239 - Introduction to Church Planting


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: CHST 111 or 112 An introduction to church planting with special concern for the theological, theoretical, sociological, cultural, and practical issues related to the process.
  
  • CHST 240 - Introduction to Philosophy and Worldview


    (3 hours) A study of the major conceptual systems or worldviews that have shaped philosophical thought and history. The major areas of philosophy will be examined including metaphysical, epistemological, and axiological considerations. Moreover, the course will explore the social, moral, and theological implications of philosophical thought as it relates to both collective and individual worldviews.
  
  • CHST 301 - Introduction to Christian Leadership


    (3 hours) A study of the responsibilities and qualities of the Christian leader. The basic biblical principles of ecclesiastical leadership and the principal elements of effective and successful ministry are examined.
  
  • CHST 303 - Church History Survey I


    (3 hours) A study of the growth of Christianity from the New Testament era through the Renaissance and the Reformation.
  
  • CHST 304 - Church History Survey II


    (3 hours) A study of the growth and development of Christianity from the Reformation era to the present.
  
  • CHST 310 - Hermeneutics


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: CHST 111 or 112 or permission of the instructor. A study of the basic principles of the interpretation of language, applied particularly to books of the Old and New Testament. This course cannot be challenged.
  
  • CHST 313 - Christian Worship


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 111 or 112. A study of the nature of worship in biblical perspective and a survey of the development and practice of worship in the Christian church.
  
  • CHST 314 - Christian Counseling


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 111 or 112. A study of the principles and techniques of Christian counseling. Emphasis is placed on the importance of a biblical orientation in the counseling process.
  
  • CHST 315 - History and Practice of Christian Missions


    (3 hours) This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of Christian missions. A historical panorama of world missions is presented, and careful attention is given to the biblical and theological basis of missions. The course investigates and evaluates various missiological models, especially in relation to the establishment of churches in a transcultural context. Moreover, it orients the student regarding the role of the local church in the field of missions.
  
  • CHST 323 - Philosophy of Religion


    (3 hours) Consideration is given to the logic of religion, theistic realism, the nature of religion, and major problems.
  
  • CHST 324 - Sociology of Religion


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: SOCI 101. The study of religion as a social institution, focusing on its functions and interrelationship with society. Cross-listed under Sociology. (Sociology = Parent)
  
  • CHST 325 - Systematic Theology I


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 111 or 112, or permission of the instructor. This course offers a systematic approach to understanding biblical themes and doctrines. Course content includes a study of the following doctrines: God, Scripture, angels, sin, and Jesus Christ.
  
  • CHST 326 - Systematic Theology II


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 111 or 112 or permission of the instructor. This course offers a systematic approach to understanding biblical themes and doctrines. Course content includes a study of the following doctrines: salvation, the Holy Spirit, the church, and eschatology.
  
  • CHST 329 - World Religions


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 111 or 112. A study of the nature and origins of religion and a survey of the major religions of the world.
  
  • CHST 340 - Psychology of Religious Experience


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: PSYC 110 and 3 additional hours in psychology. A survey of the scientific study of religious behavior including the development of the psychology of religion, measures and methodology, leading contributors, and religious behaviors such as development, conversion, and mysticism. Cross-listed under Psychology. (Psychology = Parent)
  
  • CHST 342 - Student Ministry Recreation, Camping and Retreats


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 230. Methods and principles of Student Ministry recreational leadership and administration are studied and related to recreational ministry, Christian camping and retreats.
  
  • CHST 351 - Contemporary Student Problems and Issues


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 230. This course will survey current issues and problems facing young people in contemporary culture. Specific attention will be given to the development of skills and methods for counseling a teenager in the ministry setting.
  
  • CHST 352 - Ministry to Children and Family


    (3 hours) This course is a basic overview of the ministry to children and their families in the local church setting. Specific attention will be given to the life cycle and development of the child. In addition the student will be introduced to the administration and programming aspects, the skills for curriculum development and future trends affecting ministry to children and families.
  
  • CHST 353 - Student Ministry Programming


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 230. A survey of the skills for effective programming in a contemporary Student ministry setting, including a specific study of the administrative and management role of the Student minister and the elements for curriculum development.
  
  • CHST 400 - Missions Area Study


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: CHST 111 or 112 This course provides students with exposure and insight into the cultural and religious background, the historical development and present situation of Christian missions in selected areas of the world.
  
  • CHST 402 - History of the Bible


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 111 or 112 or permission of the instructor. A history of the development of the canon and the text of the Old and New Testaments. Note: Prerequisite: CHST 111 or 112 or permission of the instructor.
  
  • CHST 405 - Change and Conflict Management in Christian Ministry


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 301 or permission of the instructor. An overview of the leadership dynamics regarding change and conflict management in Christian ministry settings. Students will be introduced to the skills needed for managing conflict and leading organizational change. Note: Prerequisite: CHST 301 or permission of the instructor.
  
  • CHST 407 - Christian Apologetics


    (3 hours) Prerequisites: CHST 111 or 112 A study of efforts by Christians to defend the Christian faith against its critics, with special attention given to matters such as the reliability of the Scriptures, faith and reason, miracles, the existence of God, faith and science, the problem of evil, and ethics.
  
  • CHST 411 - Contemporary Theology


    (3 hours) Prerequisite: CHST 111 or 112. A review of recent major theological trends with a focus on major representative theologians from the past two decades.
 

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