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Crown College 2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Music - Music Performance
  

  • MUS 360 - Applied Lessons

    1 Credits
    ARR

    Applied lessons on a private basis. May be repeated. In certain circumstances, music majors may elect to take applied lessons for two credits with approval of the department. Additional requirements and fees will apply.

    Private lessons may be offered at the junior level on the following instruments:

     

    MUS 360A Applied Private Voice
    MUS 360B Applied Private Piano
    MUS 360E Applied Private Flute
    MUS 360Q Applied Private Guitar

     

    Prerequisite: MUS 260  
  

  • MUS 460 - Applied Lessons

    1 Credits
    ARR

    Applied lessons on a private basis. May be repeated. In certain circumstances, music majors may elect to take applied lessons for two credits with approval of the department. Additional requirements and fees will apply.

    Private lessons are offered at all proficiency levels on the following instruments:

     

    MUS 460A Applied Private Voice
    MUS 460B Applied Private Piano
    MUS 460E Applied Private Flute
    MUS 460Q Applied Private Guitar


    Prerequisite: MUS 360  

Music - Performance Organizations
  
  

  • MUS 366 - Women’s Choir

    0-1 Credits
    ARR

    This choir is chosen by audition during the first week of school. Their repertoire is chosen specifically for chapel services and other campus activities. Emphasis is on vocal training.

  

  • MUS 368 - Men’s Choir

    0-1 Credits
    ARR

    This choir is chosen by approval of the conductor. Repertoire covers a variety of historical periods and genres. Performance are scheduled for both on and off campus concerts and events. Emphasis is placed on vocal training and ensemble performance.

  

  • MUS 371 - Crown Brass

    0-1 Credits
    ARR

    This instrumental ensemble will prepare and perform pieces in various styles that are drawn from both sacred and secular brass literature.

    Prerequisite: Audition or consent of the instructor
  

  • MUS 372 - Woodwind Ensemble

    0-1 Credits
    ARR

    The woodwind ensemble prepares various styles of music written specifically for woodwinds.

    Prerequisite: Audition or consent of the instructor
  

  • MUS 373A - Chamber Orchestra

    0-1 Credits
    ARR

    This course provides chamber music experience. It is open to all students upon recommendation of the director.

  

  • MUS 375C - Flute Ensemble

    0-1 Credits
    ARR

    The flute ensemble prepares various styles of music written specifically for flutes.

    Prerequisite: Audition or consent of the instructor
  

  • MUS 375G - Guitar Ensemble

    0-1 Credits
    ARR

    The guitar ensemble offers students an opportunity to participate in chamber music specifically composed for guitar. Music of a variety of styles will be examined.

  

  • MUS 377 - Ministry Teams

    0-1 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    These traveling music ensembles are comprised of vocalists and instrumentalists who represent Crown College in a variety of venues including churches and schools.

  

  • MUS 383 - Crown College Choir

    0-1 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    A choral ensemble of men and women, the Crown College Choir performs several major campus concerts during each academic year. The Choir also performs in chapel services, the annual Christmas at Crown, run-out concerts throughout the year and periodic tours. Repertoire is of high quality and is chosen to represent a wide range of historical periods and styles.  


Nursing
  

  • NUR 301 - Foundations of Professional Nursing

    5 Credits
    FALL

    This course will focus on the nursing process and introductory concepts crucial to professional nursing care, including nursing processes, interviewing, wellness, health promotion and illness prevention.  Emphasis will be placed upon the theoretical basis for the science of nursing with a focus on the Neuman Model.  In the clinical laboratory, students will learn and apply nursing knowledge, skills, and abilities reflective of minimum-competency for entry level nursing. Onsite clinical experiences will be included to strengthen student understanding of didactic content with an emphasis on patient safety. Kaplan integrated testing, background check and lab fees apply.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department, NUR 312X  
  

  • NUR 309 - Physical Assessment

    4 Credits
    FALL

    This course will focus on the student’s knowledge, skills, and abilities required to provide holistic care to a diverse patient population. History-taking and physical examination techniques presented in the course will be practiced and tested for competency in the laboratory setting. Attainment of student knowledge, skills and abilities will provide a basis for minimum-competency, entry-level nursing. Lab fee applies.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department, NUR 312X  
  

  • NUR 311 - Health Care Informatics

    3 Credits
    This course will provide an introduction to the concepts and practices of informatics in the health care environment. Content will focus on various forms of electronic communication and ways to use it more effectively in health care delivery. Methods for multidisciplinary communication within the health care team and guidelines for effective documentation in a variety of health care settings will be covered, along with regulatory and accreditation requirements. 

    Prerequisite: NUR 3510  
  

  • NUR 312X - Pathophysiology

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will introduce the altered health states and patterns of illness in the individual. Alterations in cell physiology, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, immune, cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, renal, endocrine, and gastrointestinal systems will be presented and related to clinical models, and principles of nursing care. Course content builds upon previous knowledge of the natural sciences. (Also SCI 312X )

    Prerequisite: SCI 261  and either SCI 245  or SCI 249  
  

  • NUR 315 - Pharmacology

    3 Credits
    FALL

    This course will focus upon the principles of pharmacology. Students will learn drug prototypes from major categories, their actions, therapeutic use, and adverse effects. Nursing implications will be integrated to reinforce the relationship between pharmacologic knowledge and nursing practice.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Nursing Department or consent of instructor, and NUR 312X  
  

  • NUR 320 - Medical - Surgical Nursing I

    4 Credits
    SPRING

    Through classroom and clinical experiences, the student is provided with a knowledge base of appropriate nursing interventions employed when providing care for adults exhibiting a human response to actual or potential health problems. Nursing care is delivered through the application of the nursing process. The roles of the professional nurse are emphasized throughout the course. Included are common diagnostic, therapeutic and nursing care measures relevant to these medical-surgical entities. Curriculum threads of critical thinking, pharmacology, communication, cultural awareness, and client teaching are woven throughout the course. Kaplan integrated testing and clinical fees apply.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Nursing Department, NUR 301 , NUR 309 , NUR 312X  and NUR 315  
  

  • NUR 325 - Medical - Surgical Nursing II

    4 Credits
    FALL

    Through classroom and clinical experiences, the student is provided with a knowledge base of appropriate nursing interventions employed when providing care for adults exhibiting a human response to actual or potential health problems. Nursing care is delivered through the application of the nursing process. The roles of the professional nurse are emphasized throughout the course. Included are common diagnostic, therapeutic and nursing care measures relevant to these medical-surgical entities. Curriculum threads of critical thinking, pharmacology, communication, cultural awareness, and client teaching are woven throughout the course. Continuation of NUR 320. Kaplan integrated testing and clinical fees apply.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department, NUR 301 , NUR 309 , NUR 312X , NUR 315  and NUR 320  
  

  • NUR 336 - Nursing of Childbearing and Child-Rearing Families

    5 Credits
    FALL

    This course will present the theoretical and clinical concepts of care for childbearing clients and children. A variety of theoretical models and nursing process will be used to develop culturally competent nursing actions to attain and maintain health in women, children, and families.  Clinical experiences will include pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum, and child and adolescent care. Kaplan Integrated Testing & Clinical fees apply.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department, NUR 301 , NUR 309 , NUR 312X , NUR 315 , NUR 320  and NUR 415 .  
  

  • NUR 346 - Transcultural Concepts and Practice

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will focus on the analysis of theories, principles, and research related to transcultural health care. Students will develop an awareness of the biological, psychological, spiritual, and sociological aspects of clients from multiple cultural groups and identify their specific health care values and practices. An off campus clinical experience will provide the student with an opportunity to participate in health care delivery and learning in a variety of cultures. Clinical fee applies.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department, NUR 301 , NUR 309 , NUR 312X  and NUR 315 .
  

  • NUR 376 - Clinical Internship

    1 Credits
    ARR

    This course will provide an opportunity for learning in a focused area of professional nursing practice. Students will provide care to clients using the nursing process and the Neuman Model to operate within the scope and standards of professional nursing practice. Faculty and preceptors will assist the student in developing an optimal learning experience. It is expected that the student in an unpaid internship will complete 8-16 hours per week on the assigned unit(s), or 80-160 hours. May repeat clinical internship experience one time. (Satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading.)

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department, NUR 309 , NUR 312X , NUR 315 , NUR 320 , NUR 346 , NUR 415  and NUR 446 .
  

  • NUR 382 - Clinical Internship

    2 Credits
    ARR

    This course will provide an opportunity for learning in a focused area of professional nursing practice. Students will provide care to clients using the nursing process and the Neuman Model to operate within the scope and standards of professional nursing practice. Faculty and preceptors will assist the student in developing an optimal learning experience. It is expected that the student in a paid internship will complete 24-30 hours per week on the assigned unit(s), or 240-300 hours. (Satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading.)

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department, NUR 309 , NUR 312X , NUR 315 , NUR 320 , NUR 346 , NUR 415  and NUR 446 .
  

  • NUR 415 - Community Health Nursing

    4 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will focus on factors the affect the health and wellbeing of communities and populations. Theories and concepts of community health nursing related to health promotion and illness prevention of families and diverse populations will be presented. Using the Neuman Model (Public Health Nursing Intervention Wheel) and nursing process, students will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care of individuals, populations, and families in a variety of community-based settings. Clinical fee applies.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department, NUR 301 , NUR 309 , NUR 312X  and NUR 315 .
  

  • NUR 421 - Mental Health Nursing

    3 Credits
    FALL

    This course will introduce students to the nursing care of individuals suffering from acute and chronic mental health disorders including the overview, risk actors, treatment options, and impact on society. Diagnoses to be discussed range from depression, anxiety, mania, psychosis, schizophrenia, dementia, and disorders of behavior, personality, mood, cognition and  development, to issues related to addictions, eating disorders, gender identity, suicide and substance abuse. Spiritual concerns in mental health will also be addressed. Clinical experiences will emphasize the use of therapeutic communication, mental health assessment, and interpersonal relationship skills including pharmaceutical and nonpharmaceutical interventions in a variety of mental health clinical settings. Clinical fee applies.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department, NUR 301 , NUR 309 , NUR 312X , NUR 315 , NUR 320 , NUR 415  and NUR 446 .
  

  • NUR 425 - Nursing Research

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will introduce students to scientific inquiry in the discipline of nursing. Students will be provided with a basic foundation of the research process including an overview of nursing research, steps in the research process, research designs, research methodology, data collection and analysis, ethical issues related to human research, and utilization of research in nursing practice. Emphasis will be placed on developing students as effective consumers of research.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 , NUR 309 , NUR 315 , NUR 320 , NUR 325 , NUR 336 , NUR 415 , NUR 421   and NUR 446  
  

  • NUR 430 - Medical - Surgical Nursing III

    4 Credits
    SPRING

    Through classroom and clinical experiences, the student is provided with a knowledge base of appropriate nursing interventions employed when providing care for adults exhibiting a human response to actual or potential health problems. Nursing care is delivered through the application of the nursing process. The roles of the professional nurse are emphasized throughout the course. Included are common diagnostic, therapeutic and nursing care measures relevant to these medical-surgical entities. Curriculum threads of critical thinking, pharmacology, communication, cultural awareness, and client teaching are woven throughout the course. Kaplan integrated testing and clinical fees apply.
     

    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Department, NUR 301 , NUR 309 , NUR 312X , NUR 315 , NUR 320 , NUR 325 , NUR 336 , NUR 415  and NUR 421  
      
  

  • NUR 435 - Nursing Leadership and Management

    4 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will explore theories of leadership and management, and the role of the nurse manager/leader in the health care system; concepts related to change, communication, conflict, organizational effectiveness, and professional nursing practice are presented. Special emphasis will be given to the biblical view of successful leadership/management. Clinical experiences will provide students the opportunity to assume professional nursing roles (leader and peer educator) under the supervision of faculty, RN preceptors, clinical specialists and/or various levels of RN nurse managers. Clinical fee applies.

    Prerequisite: Senior standing and successful completion of all previous courses (may take concurrently with NUR 425 ,  NUR 430  and NUR 442 ).  
  

  • NUR 442 - Advanced Senior Simulations

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course is designed to prepare students to assume the role of new graduate nurse. Through simulation, the student will utilize knowledge, skills and attitudes (KSAs) necessary to continuously improve the quality and safety in the healthcare setting. Focus will be placed on the six IOM/QSEN competencies of: Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), Patient-Centered Care, Safety, Teamwork and Collaboration, Quality Improvement, and Nursing Informatics.

    Prerequisite: NUR 320  and NUR 325 . Must be taken concurrently with NUR 430  in the spring semester of the senior year.
  

  • NUR 446 - Nursing as Ministry

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will explore what it means to be a Christian nurse from an interprofessional perspective. Starting with the foundations of nursing as ministry, to fulfilling your sacred calling to nursing, applying the nursing process and ministry, and preparing for nursing as ministry at home and abroad, concepts will be explored through clinical reasoning and personal reflection exercises. Developing a personal commitment to nursing as ministry will focus on caring for one’s spiritual self, caring for one another with Christ’s light, mentoring in the example of Christ, and Christian-based leadership in nursing.

    Prerequisite: NUR 301 
  

  • NUR 450 - NCLEX Preparation

    1 Credits
    SPRING

    This course is meant to prepare students to take the NCLEX-RN examination after successfully completing all required courses for graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BSN) from Crown College. Focus will be placed on further development of critical thinking and clinical judgment skills reflective of minimum-competency, entry-level nursing. Test-taking strategies will be discussed and practiced to prepare students for CAT (Computer Adaptive Test). Attendance is required for an on-site NCLEX-RN review course. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • NUR 3510 - Concepts of Professional Nursing

    3 Credits
    This course allows the students to critically evaluate the use of nursing-related theory in professional Christian nursing practice. Students will focus on classical nursing theories as a basis for providing care for individuals and aggregates. Students will apply nursing theory to develop effective biblically-based professional nursing characteristics. 

    Prerequisite: Unencumbered RN license.
  

  • NUR 3520 - Concepts in Global Health Nursing

    3 Credits
    This course will focus on the analysis of theories, principles, and research related to transcultural health care.  Students will develop an awareness of the biological, psychological, spiritual, and sociological aspects of clients from multiple cultural groups and identify their specific health care values and practices.

    Prerequisite: NUR 3510  
  

  • NUR 4610 - Public Health Nursing

    6 Credits
    This course will focus on factors that affect the health and well-being of communities and populations. Theories and concepts of community health nursing related to health promotion and illness prevention of families and populations will be presented. Using Quad Council / Henry Street PH Nursing Competencies, the Public Health Nursing Intervention Wheel, and nursing process, students will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care of clients and families in a variety of community-based settings. Clinical fee applies.

    Prerequisite: NUR 3510  
  

  • NUR 4620 - Nursing Management and Leadership

    6 Credits
    This course will explore theories of leadership and management, and the role of the nurse manager/leader in the health care system.  Concepts related to change; communication, conflict, organizational effectiveness, and professional nursing practice are presented.  Special emphasis will be given to the biblical view of successful leadership/management.  Clinical experiences will provide students the opportunity to assume professional nursing roles (leader and peer educator) under the supervision of faculty, RN preceptors, clinical specialists and/or various levels of nurse managers in their clinical area of choice. Clinical fee applies.

    Prerequisite: NUR 3510  

Organizational Leadership
  

  • ORG 5510 - Foundations of Organization Theory

    3 Credits
    Students will consider the foundational study of the major contemporary conceptual approaches to organizational structure, organizational culture, organizational change, and organizational processes. A case study approach will be used to demonstrate the application of abstract concepts of organizational theory to leadership practices.

  

  • ORG 5512 - Organizational Behavior

    3 Credits
    Students will study the behavior of individuals and groups in organizations. Major theoretical positions and research findings are examined with an emphasis on the implications for organizational design and management practice.

  

  • ORG 5513 - Organizational Development

    3 Credits
    This course focuses on the application of behavior science theory and research to the theory and practice of organizational change. Emphasis will be placed upon the management of change and the resistance to change at individual and group levels.

  

  • ORG 5514 - Ethical Leadership

    3 Credits
    This course examines from a Christian perspective basic ethical dilemmas and problems that have arisen in the practice of organizational leadership. The impact of ethics and values on leadership and organizational culture will be addressed.

  

  • ORG 5515 - Organizational Administration

    3 Credits
    This course covers critical organizational leadership issues such as creating a mission statement, charting the vision and course, forecasting and evaluating progress to date, financial analysis, controlling resources and risk, and project management.


Physical Education - Activity Electives
  

  • PED 100 - Lifetime Wellness

    1 Credits
    SPRING

    This course focuses on the importance of wellness, from a spiritual base, and how individuals can achieve a state of wellness in their lives. Students are expected to engage in a program of regular physical activity during the semester. Contents include the health-related components of physical fitness, nutrition, and stress management. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Offered alternate years (odd)
  

  • PED 102 - Personal Fitness

    1 Credits
    FALL

    This course is an introduction to personal fitness that includes the practice of safe, efficient, and effective methods to strengthen and improve the body’s cardiovascular and muscular systems. Students are expected to attend class, participate, and give their full effort. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Offered alternate years (odd)
  

  • PED 106 - Badminton

    1 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will introduce students to the game of badminton. The course will involve the rules and development of the basic skills and strategy in playing the game. Students will be expected to participate. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 111 - Weight Training

    1 Credits
    SPRING

    Introduction to basic programs for good body conditioning. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Offered alternate years (odd)
  

  • PED 112 - Tennis

    1 Credits
    ARR

    This course provides instruction in both basic and more advanced tennis skill for players at various ability levels. Learning includes knowledge of the rules, basic skills, tactics, and strategies of the game. Students are expected to participate and engage in tennis instruction. Off site transportation to a local tennis court and personal racket is needed for the course. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 113 - Aerobics

    1 Credits
    ARR

    Students are introduced to the basics of group aerobics. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 117 - Beginning Golf

    1 Credits
    ARR

    This course includes understanding golf course etiquette, rules, and development of basic skills and strategy in playing the game. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 119 - Volleyball

    1 Credits
    ARR

    This course will provide instruction centered on both basic and more advanced volleyball skills for players at various ability levels. The course will cover knowledge of the rules, strategies, tactics, and scoring of the game. Emphasis is placed on effort, participation and skill development. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 120 - Running

    1 Credits
    SPRING

    Proper technique, clothing, and the psychological aspects of running are covered in this course. Emphasis is placed on running as a lifetime activity. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 125 - Rhythmic Movements

    1 Credits
    SPRING

    This course is designed to give students basic knowledge off the four fundamental elements of dance including; body awareness and space, time and energy as they relate to movement. Classes include a physical warm up, conditioning, locomotor sequences, center combinations, and creative movement explorations. The course covers three styles of rhythmic movements related to physical education including creative movement, jazz dance technique, and folk dances. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

    Offered alternate years (even)
  

  • PED 128 - Archery

    1 Credits
    FALL

    This course will provide instruction centered on both basic and more advanced archery skills for archers at various ability levels. The course will cover knowledge of the procedures, safety, equipment, etiquette, and scoring of range shooting. Emphasis is placed on effort, participation and skill development. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 131 - Self Defense

    1 Credits
    ARR

    This course is an introduction to self defense that includes the practice of safe, efficient, and effective use of self-defense to improve the body’s cardiovascular and muscular systems. Students are expected to attend class, participate, and give their full effort. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 1020 - Personal Physical Fitness

    1 Credits
    This course is an introduction to personal physical fitness through the practice of specific physical activity. Emphasis will be placed on exploring safe and effective methods to strengthen and improve the body’s cardiovascular and muscular systems.  Students will be able to choose their preferred physical activity, but it must be approved in advance by the instructor.  Repeatable up to 3 credits if students choose different physical activities. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.


Physical Education - Varsity Team Sports
  

  • PED 260 - Intercollegiate Cross Country

    1 Credits
    FALL

    Intercollegiate Athletics are designed to teach life lessons through participation in athletics. The student-athlete will be involved in occasional team meetings and daily practice sessions as well as games and some travel. The purpose of this intercollegiate sport is to develop skills in cross country running, including the learning of its rules, tactics, and strategies. Eligibility is determined by the Athletic Department. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 261 - Intercollegiate Football

    1 Credits
    FALL

    Intercollegiate Athletics are designed to teach life lessons through participation in athletics. The student-athlete will be involved in occasional team meetings and daily practice sessions as well as games and some travel. The purpose of this intercollegiate sport is to develop skills in football, including the learning of its rules, tactics, and strategies. Eligibility is determined by the Athletic Department. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 262 - Intercollegiate Golf

    1 Credits
    FALL

    Intercollegiate Athletics are designed to teach life lessons through participation in athletics. The student-athlete will be involved in occasional team meetings and daily practice sessions as well as games and some travel. The purpose of this intercollegiate sport is to develop skills in golf, including the learning of its rules, tactics, and strategies. Eligibility is determined by the Athletic Department. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 263 - Intercollegiate Soccer

    1 Credits
    FALL

    Intercollegiate Athletics are designed to teach life lessons through participation in athletics. The student-athlete will be involved in occasional team meetings and daily practice sessions as well as games and some travel. The purpose of this intercollegiate sport is to develop skills in soccer, including the learning of its rules, tactics, and strategies. Eligibility is determined by the Athletic Department. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 264 - Intercollegiate Volleyball

    1 Credits
    FALL

    Intercollegiate Athletics are designed to teach life lessons through participation in athletics. The student-athlete will be involved in occasional team meetings and daily practice sessions as well as games and some travel. The purpose of this intercollegiate sport is to develop skills in volleyball, including the learning of its rules, tactics, and strategies. Eligibility is determined by the Athletic Department. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 265 - Intercollegiate Tennis

    1 Credits
    SPRING

    Intercollegiate Athletics are designed to teach life lessons through participation in athletics. The student-athlete will be involved in occasional team meetings and daily practice sessions as well as games and some travel. The purpose of this intercollegiate sport is to develop skills in tennis, including the learning of its rules, tactics, and strategies. Eligibility is determined by the Athletic Department. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 266 - Intercollegiate Basketball

    1 Credits
    SPRING

    Intercollegiate Athletics are designed to teach life lessons through participation in athletics. The student-athlete will be involved in occasional team meetings and daily practice sessions as well as games and some travel. The purpose of this intercollegiate sport is to develop skills in basketball, including the learning of its rules, tactics, and strategies. Eligibility is determined by the Athletic Department. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 267 - Intercollegiate Track & Field

    1 Credits
    SPRING

    Intercollegiate Athletics are designed to teach life lessons through participation in athletics. The student-athlete will be involved in occasional team meetings and daily practice sessions as well as games and some travel. The purpose of this intercollegiate sport is to develop skills in track and field, including the learning of its rules, tactics, and strategies. Eligibility is determined by the Athletic Department. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 268 - Intercollegiate Baseball

    1 Credits
    SPRING

    Intercollegiate Athletics are designed to teach life lessons through participation in athletics. The student-athlete will be involved in occasional team meetings and daily practice sessions as well as games and some travel. The purpose of this intercollegiate sport is to develop skills in baseball, including the learning of its rules, tactics, and strategies. Eligibility is determined by the Athletic Department. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 269 - Intercollegiate Softball

    1 Credits
    SPRING

    Intercollegiate Athletics are designed to teach life lessons through participation in athletics. The student-athlete will be involved in occasional team meetings and daily practice sessions as well as games and some travel. The purpose of this intercollegiate sport is to develop skills in softball, including the learning of its rules, tactics, and strategies. Eligibility is determined by the Athletic Department. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.


Physical Education
  

  • PED 250 - Introduction to Physical Education

    3 Credits
    FALL

    An introduction to the profession of physical education. A study is made of the history and present trends in physical education. The student will see how it fits into the total educational picture. Also, students will do different field experiences at different levels of education to determine a possible career track.

    Offered alternate years (even)
  

  • PED 252 - Individual and Dual Sport Fundamentals

    3 Credits
    FALL

    Methods of teaching skills, rules and strategy in individual and dual sports. There will be a practice of personal skills in each sport. Activities such as tennis, golf, badminton, bowling, track and field, racquetball and wrestling will be included.

    Offered alternate years (even)
  

  • PED 254 - Team Sports Fundamentals

    3 Credits
    FALL

    Methods of teaching skills rules, and strategy involved in team sports. There will be a practice of personal skills in each sport. Activities such as flag football, soccer, and volleyball will be included.

    Offered alternate years (odd)
  

  • PED 315 - Measurements and Evaluation in P.E.

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course will explore evaluative tools and techniques that are unique to physical education activities. Students will gain knowledge through lectures, student presentations, assigned readings, and class discussions. Students will have hands on opportunities to select and administer tests through in class student teaching assignments, laboratory exercises for selected tests and evaluative procedures.

    Offered alternate years (even)
  

  • PED 327 - Foundations of Coaching/Officiating

    2 Credits
    FALL

    A look into the basic aspects of coaching including ideas from organization, development, problem solving and other areas associated with coaching, along with a study of rules and techniques of officiating team sports. Laboratory work in officiating in the gymnasium and on the field.

    Offered alternate years (even)
  

  • PED 331 - Motor Learning

    2 Credits
    SPRING

    Study of how humans learn motor skills during the development stages with emphasis on normal, delayed and abnormal motor behaviors. Attention is also given to the body’s physiological response to exercise.

    Offered alternate years (even)
  

  • PED 410 - Coaching Internship

    3 Credits
    ARR

    A sport specific internship providing the student with experience in player relations, practice preparation, on-field practice coaching, game day preparation, equipment organization, parent relations, and administrative work. This course is designed to give students a feel for what level they would like to coach as well as what sports they feel most comfortable coaching. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.

  

  • PED 421 - Methods of Elementary Physical Education

    3 Credits
    FALL

    This course involves the development of basic psychomotor skills, the introduction of games, and the stressing of physical fitness in an elementary school setting. Classroom arrangement, discipline and proper teaching design are also major parts of this class. Field experience in an approved site is required.

    Offered alternate years (even)

    Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department
  

  • PED 421P - Elementary PE Methods Practicum

    0 Credits
    FALL

    Students have the opportunity to apply theory to practice in an authentic elementary PE classroom setting under the guidance of an experienced teacher. Developing effective planning, teaching and guidance skills, professional behavior, and enthusiasm for teaching are also intended outcomes. Meeting standards for licensure is accomplished through various assignments. Practicum experience in an elementary PE classroom is required. The course instructor supervises the practicum experience.

    Offered alternate years (even)

    Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.
  

  • PED 423 - Adaptive Physical Education

    2 Credits
    FALL

    Inclusive teaching techniques for individuals with disabilities in physical education settings, pre K-12.

    Offered alternate years (odd)
  

  • PED 424 - Secondary Methods of PE

    3 Credits
    FALL

    A course designed to cover advanced teaching techniques, curriculum goals and development of secondary physical education. This course will cover the state curriculum requirements for secondary physical education as well as the development of sport skills and the psychology structures of physical education. Practicum experience in an approved site is required.

    Offered alternate years (odd)

    Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department

    Corequisite: PED 424P  
  

  • PED 424P - Secondary Methods of PE Practicum

    0 Credits
    FALL

    Students have the opportunity to apply theory to practice in an authentic Secondary PE classroom setting under the guidance of an experienced teacher. Developing effective planning, teaching and guidance skills, professional behavior, and enthusiasm for teaching are also intended outcomes. Meeting standards for licensure is accomplished through various assignments. Practicum experience in a secondary PE classroom is required. The course instructor supervises the practicum experience.

    Offered alternate years (odd)

    Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.

    Corequisite: PED 424  
  

  • PED 457 - Student Teaching: Elementary PE

    8 Credits
    SPRING

    In this course, students complete professional block teaching experience in approved Elementary Physical Education Classroom. Prospective teachers observe, partici­pate, teach, and engage in extra-class activities under the supervision of selected cooperating teachers and a supervising professor.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching.

    Corequisite: EDU 455  
  

  • PED 458 - Student Teaching: Secondary PE

    4 Credits
    SPRING

    In this course, students complete professional block teaching experience in approved Secondary Physical Education Classroom. Prospective teachers observe, partici­pate, teach, and engage in extra-class activities under the supervision of selected cooperating teachers and a supervising professor.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching.

    Corequisite: EDU 455  
  

  • PED 1515 - Health & Wellness for Life

    3 Credits
    This course focuses on health in various aspects of life including physical, emotional, spiritual, vocational, social and financial health. Students will learn basic principles of health in each of these areas and be encouraged to apply these principles to their own lives.


Philosophy
  

  • PHI 232 - Introduction to Philosophy

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    A systematic approach is used in the analysis of philosophical problems. The course will examine and evaluate alternative solutions to classic philosophical issues, including the existence of God, the problem of evil, and the nature of knowledge.

  

  • PHI 333X - Christian Ethics

    3 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    Based upon a survey of philosophical, biblical, and theological backgrounds, the process of making moral decisions will be examined. Values grounded in biblical principles will be applied to personal conduct and to social problems such as euthanasia, poverty, environmental issues and the church’s social responsibility. Students will be encouraged to address issues related to their major. (Also THE 333X )

    Prerequisite: THE 231  or THE 331  or THE 332  or consent of the instructor
  

  • PHI 334X - Apologetics

    3 Credits
    ARR

    Components of non-Christian worldviews will be compared with a Christian perspective. Various attempts to verify Christian truth will be presented, including both empirical and philosophical evidence. Students will be encouraged to examine and refine their own worldview based on Christian principles. The relationship between apologetics and evangelism will also be discussed. (Also THE 334X  )

    Prerequisite: THE 231  or THE 331  or THE 332  or consent of the instructor
  

  • PHI 340X - Introduction to Islam

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    An introductory study of the background, theology, structure, practices and historical development of Islam. Special emphasis will be placed upon the Quran, the life of Muhammad, and modern day expressions of Islam. Also included is a comparison of Islam and Christianity with an emphasis upon building bridges in order to communicate the gospel to the Islamic world. (Also ICS 340X )

    Offered alternate years (even)
  

  • PHI 400 - Independent Study

    1-3 Credits
    ARR

    An intensive, supervised investigation of a philosophical topic by an individual student. Enrollment and topic selection are by the permission of the instructor and chair of the Humanities and Social Studies Department.

  

  • PHI 438X - Development of the Modern Mind

    3 Credits
    ARR

    This course offers an overview of the history of philosophy from the mid-eighteenth century to today and its impact on culture and theology. Surveying key philosophical writers, this course traces the development of thought and its outworking, especially in Western culture. The course examines the impact of this thought on significant theological trends of the twentieth century through an analysis of theologians representing various liberal, evangelical and neo-orthodox positions. Students will write are research paper on one of the key thinkers or movements during this time. (Also HIS 438X  and THE 438X )

Political Science
  

  • POL 232 - Introduction to Political Science

    3 Credits
    FALL

    This course introduces the theory and practice of politics, government, and administration, with special emphasis on the American constitutional system. An overview of the scope and methods of the field is given.

    Offered alternate years (odd)
  

  • POL 301X - History of American Political Thought

    3 Credits
    ARR

    This course focuses on the historical development of political thought in America, including a survey of key political theorists from the seventeenth century to the present. Special emphasis will be given to the relationship between American political institutions and culture. (Also HIS 301X )
  

  • POL 302X - US Foreign Policy Today

    3 Credits
    FALL

    In this course, students are introduced to a theoretical framework for understanding the foreign policy process and the aims and mechanisms of US foreign policy implementation. This course will especially consider US foreign policy in relation to extremism in the present day world and the role of US foreign aid in achieving national policy goals. Students will finally consider the impact of US Foreign Policy on the work of the church around the world. (Also INT 302X )

    Offered alternate years (even)
  

  • POL 312X - International Relations and Institutions

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course includes two major portions: The first is a consideration of the major theories of international relations. This includes consideration of issues of war and peace. The second portion of the class is a consideration of international institutions. This includes considerations of agreements and organizations designed to facilitate international relations, peace, and development. (Also INT 312X )
  

  • POL 314X - Conflict, Peace and Development

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    In this course, students consider the conflict at group and state levels of analysis including roots of conflict, conflict prevention, and state and non-state actors in conflict. Students furthermore consider approaches to and effectiveness of peacemaking, peacekeeping, peacebuilding, and development. (Also ICS 314X /INT 314X )

    Offered alternate years (odd)

    Prerequisite: Recommend previous coursework in political science or international studies/international relations.
  

  • POL 332 - American Constitutional Law

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course studies the U.S. Constitution, emphasizing the interpretation of its provisions by the courts and its application to law enforcement and individual rights.

    Offered alternate years (odd)

    Prerequisite: POL 232 
  

  • POL 401 - Criminal Justice

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course covers the origin and development of criminal law in America including classification and analysis of crime and defense of criminal acts.

    Offered alternate years (even)

    Prerequisite: POL 232  or CSJ 252 

  

  • POL 414X - Faith, Religion and Political Powers

    3 Credits
    FALL

    Students engage theories and theologies related to the interaction of religions and political powers, particularly including interactions between Christianity and the state. The exercise of faith influence by means of political power, within political power structures, and outside of political power are considered. (Also INT 414X /THE 414X )

    Offered alternate years (odd)

    Prerequisite: Recommend previous coursework in political science, international studies/international relations and theology.

Preaching
  

  • PRC 332 - Expository Preaching

    3 Credits
    FALL

    This course gives an in-depth study of the expository method of sermon preparation connecting biblical interpretation with contemporary application. Emphasis is on the dynamics of sermon delivery. Students prepare and preach original sermons.

  

  • PRC 445 - Variety in Biblical Preaching

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course builds upon concepts gained in PRC 332 . The unique features of this course include study in preaching various types of biblical texts, sermon methods, and preparing for variety in speaking contexts. Students study their presentations on videotape and receive evaluation from peers and the instructor.

    Offered alternate years (even)

Pastoral Studies
  

  • PST 212 - Partnership Ministry

    2 Credits
    ARR

    The roles and ministries which spouses of vocational Christian workers can expect in church and mission settings are introduced. Special attention is given to personal identity, expectations, family context, and service opportunities.

  

  • PST 322 - Pastoral Methods

    3 Credits
    SPRING

    This course considers the relational context of ministry, emphasizing ways to work effectively with persons in the church, as well as the responsibilities of the minister in worship, prayer, evangelism, visitation, weddings, funerals and administering the ordinances.

    Offered alternate years (odd)
  
  

  • PST 435 - Hmong Ministry

    3 Credits
    ARR

    Ministry to Hmong churches within the United States is studied. Attention is given to the historical and cultural background of the Hmong people, their worldviews, the history of the Hmong Church in Laos and the United States, as well as leadership roles and practical ministry in Hmong churches today. Offered on demand.


Psychology
  

  • PSY 130 - General Psychology

    3 Credits
    FALL and SPRING

    This course is designed to provide a broad overview of the field of psychology. Topics include research in psychology, the brain and nervous system, sensation and perception, memory, emotion, learning, psychological disorders and psychotherapy. This introductory course aims to help students think deliberately and skillfully about human behavior and mental processes.

  

  • PSY 224X - Applied Psychology Statistics

    1 Credits
    FALL

    This course is designed to enhance the practical application of statistical analysis of psychological research. Students will gain experience using Excel (or other statistical program) to analyze data with tests such as 2-Prop Z Test, Linear Regression, t-tests, ANOVA, and others. Emphasis will be placed on knowing which test to use based on type of data and hypothesis, as well as, interpretation and writing of “results section” information. (Also MAT 224X )

    Prerequisite: MAT 226 ; Psychology Major (B.A.)  
 

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