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Accounting
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ACCT 201 - Financial Accounting
This course teaches basic accounting principles and practices with an emphasis on recording business transactions, completing the accounting cycle, and preparing and analyzing financial statements.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 101 and BUS 100
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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ACCT 202 - Managerial Accounting
This course is a study of cost, volume and profit analysis, marginal analysis, pricing and budgeting.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201 or Instructor Approval
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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ACCT 301 - Intermediate Accounting I
This course is a study of accounting theory and practice as applied to current liabilities, long term debt, contributed capital, revenue recognition, leases, accounting errors and changes, and pensions.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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ACCT 302 - Intermediate Accounting II
This course is a study of accounting theory and practice as applied to current liabilities, long term debt, contributed capital, revenue recognition, leases, accounting errors and changes, and pensions.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 301 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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ACCT 303 - Intermediate Accounting III
This course is an in-depth coverage of intermediate accounting principles introduced in ACCT 301 and ACCT 302 , allowing students to gain a fuller understanding of complex topics.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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ACCT 306 - Accounting Information Systems
This course teaches the applications of accounting software including a commercial accounting package, small business package, fixed asset manager and cost manager.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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ACCT 401 - Auditing
This course teaches auditing functions and practices, with an emphasis on professional responsibilities, audit applications, internal control, legal liability and audit reports.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 301 and ENG 102 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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ACCT 404 - Business Income Tax
This course is the study of federal income tax law with emphasis on its application to corporate and partnership taxpayers.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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ACCT 407 - Nonprofit Accounting
This course is the study of accounting principles and practices as applied to state and local governments and nonprofit organizations.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
Art
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ART 101 - Drawing I
This course is a basic introduction to drawing materials including pencil, charcoal, crayon, pen and ink concentrating on still life, drawing from nature, and study of basic principles of Art. Weekly labs required.
Credit Hours: 3
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ART 102 - Drawing II
This course teaches varied approaches to drawing the figure, developing a visual vocabulary, building hand-eye coordination. It includes the same basic materials as in ART 101 plus wash and watercolor. Weekly labs required.
Credit Hours: 3
Credit Hours: 3 |
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ART 200 - Art Appreciation
Students will gain the critical and analytical skills necessary to understand the importance of the visual arts in the breadth of human experience. Topics will include art history, aesthetics, methods of production, and the elements of art. Students will come to understand the relationship of both artistic skills and knowledge to the successful development of civilization.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area C; Area F
Credit Hours: 3 |
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ART 208 - Ceramics I
This course is an introduction to the manipulation of clay, including hand-building, wheel-throwing, glazing and firing. Weekly labs required.
Credit Hours: 3
Credit Hours: 3 |
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ART 209 - Ceramics II
This course is a more in-depth exploration of the clay medium, including hand-building, wheel-throwing, and kiln-operation. Students will attempt to create a coherent series of pieces that will be an integral part of the annual exhibit.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 208
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Biology
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BIO 100 - Survey of Biology with Lab
This course is an introduction to the major concepts in biology: What is life? Studies include the importance of cells, DNA, genes, biodiversity and the roles of organisms in ecosystems. This is a general education course for non-science majors.
Credit Hours: 4 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Availability: Fall, Spring
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 101L - General Biology I Lab
This course is a laboratory course, with emphasis placed on basic biological chemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism, energy transformation, genetics and include microscope techniques. This course is a requirement for all biology majors.
Note: Students failing to earn course credit for the lecture must retake that course in the next semester or term for which the student registers until course credit is earned.
Credit Hours: 1 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Corequisite(s): BIO 101
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 1 |
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BIO 102 - General Biology II
This course is the second part of a two-semester course sequence in biology. Diversity of life, plant and animal form and structure, animal systems, and ecology. This course is a requirement for all biology majors.
Note: Students failing to earn course credit for the lecture must retake that course in the next semester or term for which the student registers until course credit is earned.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 or Instructor Approval
Corequisite(s): BIO 102L
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BIO 150 - Environmental Science & Lab
This course is a presentation of the diverse issues related to the environment. Mechanisms of ecosystems, food production, natural resources, air and water quality, waste disposal and management, and other topics are discussed. The social, political and economic aspects of man’s interaction with the natural environment are considered. This course may be taken as a Core Curriculum lab science. It may NOT be taken for credit as a Biology Major requirement.
Credit Hours: 4 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 202 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
This course is an introduction to biological processes and terminology, followed by an integrated study of the structure and function of the human body, including tissues, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and somatic nervous systems.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Corequisite(s): BIO 202L
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BIO 202L - Anatomy & Physiology I Lab
This course is a laboratory course with emphasis placed on anatomical and physiological processes and terminology, followed by an integrated study of the structure and function of the human body, including tissues, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and somatic nervous systems.
Credit Hours: 1 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Corequisite(s): BIO 202
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 1 |
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BIO 203 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
This course is a continuation of the study of the anatomy and physiology of the organs and systems of the human body, including autonomic nervous, endocrine, circulatory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, and respiratory systems.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIO 202 and ENG 102
Corequisite(s): BIO 203L
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BIO 203L - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
This course is a continuation of the study of the anatomy and physiology of the organs andsystems of the human body, including autonomic nervous, endocrine, circulatory, digestive,urinary, reproductive, and respiratory systems.
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): BIO 202L and ENG 102
Corequisite(s): BIO 203L
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 1 |
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BIO 210 - Survey of Anatomy and Physiology
This is an introductory course of human anatomy and physiology. The course starts with anatomical terms and basic cellular biology and then emphasizes the structure and function of several organ systems. The laboratory portion of the course involves the examination of microscope slides, bones, anatomical models and the dissection of a mammal. This course will not satisfy the A&P requirements for any STEM major or the nursing program.
Credit Hours: 4 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 230 - Medical Terminology
This course is an introduction to biomedical terminology through the study of prefixes, suffixes and root words.
Credit Hours: 3
Availability: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BIO 300 - Cell Biology & Lab
This course is a study of origin, structure, chemical composition and functions of cells and their components and organelles. Studies of major physiological processes and cellular differentiation will also be included.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 102 and BIO 202 or Instructor Approval Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 305 - Invertebrate Zoology & Lab
This course is a study of the classification, morphology, physiology, and natural history of the invertebrate phyla.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 102 and BIO 101 and BIO 101L Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 306 - Vertebrate Zoology & Lab
This course is a study of the structure, functions, interrelations, and natural history of the vertebrate animals.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 102 and BIO 101 and BIO 101L Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 307 - Freshwater Ecology
This course is a study of freshwater ecology habitats emphasizing the interrelationships of various systems and mans stewardship of the earths resources.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 and BIO 102 and BIO 101 and BIO 101L Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BIO 310 - Embryology
This course is a study of the processes of development in multicellular organisms with particular emphasis on the vertebrate animals.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 or BIO 102 or BIO 202 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 320 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
This course examines the vertebrate structure with detailed laboratory dissection of representative forms.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 102 and BIO 101 and BIO 101L Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 327 - Forensic Biology
This course considers all aspects of Forensic Biology ranging from general considerations to the latest in molecular criminal investigation techniques. Students will analyze and explain theoretical crime scene evidence, perform practical methods to determine post-mortem interval, suspect identification and evidence collection from bacteria, viruses, protists, fungi, and plants, invertebrates and vertebrates.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 and BIO 101L or BIO 100 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 360 - Parasitology with Lab
This course is a general parasitology course with respect to types of parasites, nature of parasitism, advantages and disadvantages of parasitism, concepts of hyper-parasitism and symbiotic associations. It includes a study of the life cycles of some common parasites of man and animals and epidemiology of some tropical parasites.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 102 and BIO 101 and BIO 101L Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 370 - Introduction to Microbiology & Lab
This is a course in general microbiology including study of fungi, algae, protozoa, viruses, but with special emphasis on bacteria. Students wishing to enter one of the various health care professions are encouraged to take this course in order to meet entrance requirements.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 100 or BIO 101 and BIO 101L and ENG 102 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 400 - Ecology
This course is a study of the interrelationships between organisms and their environment. Emphasis will be on general principles, populations, interactions and representative ecosystems. Field trips/field studies are part of the course.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 or BIO 102 and BIO 101L Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 410 - Genetics
This course is a study of the principles of genetics or heredity, including classical and molecular genetics.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 or BIO 102 or BIO 202 or BIO 203 and BIO 102 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 4 |
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BIO 425 - Topics in Biology
This course is a study of selected topics in biology. The topic will vary from year to year. Laboratory work and/or field trips may be required
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIO 202 or BIO 203 or BIO 205 or BIO 206 or BIO 230 or BIO 250 or BIO 300 or BIO 310 or BIO 320 or BIO 338 or CHM 338 or BIO 400 or BIO 410 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: On Demand
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BIO 428 - Forensic DNA Analysis
This course will provide an understanding of body fluid identification and molecular biology testing methodologies as applied to the DNA analysis of forensic samples. Students will have hands-on experience with basic forensic DNA procedures including the examination and identification of bodily fluid stains, DNA extraction, quantitation, PCR amplification, electrophoresis, genotyping and interpretation.
Credit Hours: 5
Prerequisite(s): BIO 410 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 5 |
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BIO 430 - Studies in Biology I
This course gives instruction in scientific writing and literature search. The student will choose a topic and write a proposal for an independent study that may include laboratory work and/or a field project.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite Classification: Senior status Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BIO 431 - Studies in Biology II
This course is instruction in the use of computer software for statistical analysis and presentation of research results will be given. The student will conduct the independent study proposed in BIO 430 . Written and oral presentations will be made of the study.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIO 430 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BIO 450 - Health Profession Internship
This course is tailored to meet the needs of the student involved, by allowing them to work with and shadow a professional in one of the health professions.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIO 102 , Biology Major or Division Chair Approval Required, Prerequisite Classification: Junior or Senior status Prereq. GPA: 3.0 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BIO 451 - Biology Internship
This course is tailored to meet the needs of the student involved, by allowing them to work with and shadow a professional in one of the biology professions.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIO 102 and ENG 102 and Division Chair Approval Required Prerequisite Classification: Junior or Senior status Prereq. GPA: 2.5 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credit Hours: 3 |
Institutional Courses
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BPC 100 - Student Success
This course is designed as a first-semester experience to help traditional freshmen transition from high school to college. Students will be introduced to core academic skills essential for success in a liberal arts environment, including test-taking strategies, time management, active reading, critical thinking, and effective note-taking. The course also covers career exploration, student debt management, and the distinctive values of a Christian college experience. Students will learn about Brewton-Parker Christian University’s history, campus life, and support services, encouraging involvement in the BPCU community.
Credit Hours: 1 Core Areas: Area B
Availability: Fall, Spring
Credit Hours: 1 |
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CHPL 0 - Chapel
This is a non-credit graduation requirement for day (on-campus) students. Chapel is an integral and vital part of the experience of a student at Brewton-Parker Christian University. Consistent with the university’s mission, the regularly held chapel services nurture a Christian environment and provide a corporate time of worship for students, faculty, and staff. Students are allowed to miss two scheduled chapel services, unless otherwise excused. Any student who does not attend the required number of chapel services in any semester in which they are enrolled full-time will need to consult the Student Handbook or Brightspace for makeup requirements.
Credit Hours: 0
Availability: Fall, Spring
Credit Hours: 0 |
Business
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BUS 100 - Business Concepts
This course is a survey of the development and nature of our business system and an introduction to the purposes and concepts of the major business functions, including accounting, finance, human resource management, marketing and production.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 101 or SPM 101
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 101 - Fundamentals of Computer Applications
This course is an introduction to computer terminology, computer operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software.
Credit Hours: 3
Availability: Fall, Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 210 - Business Statistics
In this this course learners are introduced to business statistics and the need for quantitative analysis in business, basic procedures in problem solving, and the sources and types of data used in the enterprise. Each lesson will include defining and formulating problems, instruction on the statistical method, analyzing the data, and using the results to make decisions.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 100 and BUS 101
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 230 - Professional Ethics
This course is a study of contemporary ethical issues in various professions. Relevant issues for students anticipating careers in fields such as business, psychology, and education will be explored from a Christian perspective.
Credit Hours: 3
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BUS 250 - Legal Environment of Business
This course is an overview of the legal and regulatory environment of business, emphasizing why legal duties are placed on the business community and how managers should appropriately respond to them. Topics covered include legal institutions, constitutional law, common law, and public law, partnership, joint ventures, corporations, including professional and legal responsibility, and substantive law in contracts, business organizations, and agencies. A brief introduction to employment law matters is included.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 100
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 310 - Women and Men in Management
This course provides a comprehensive survey and review of the literature on gender and organizations. It includes coverage of how race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identify and expression, and generational differences intersect with gender in the workplace. The text explores important issues like the gender pay gap, stereotypes and biases, sexual harassment in the workplace, work-life balance, and practical strategies for creating inclusive cultures.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): MGT 331 and BUS 330 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: On Demand
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 330 - Writing in the Workplace
This course applies rhetorical strategies learned in ENG 101 and ENG 102 to the situated practice of business and professional writing. Students craft documents for specific audiences in various professional genres and present their work using different platforms and media.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 350 - Topics in Business
This course is a study of selected topics in business and may be taken twice toward graduation credit.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all 100 and 200-level business courses required for a business degree plus 9 hours of upper- level business courses and ENG 102 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: On Demand
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 357 - International Business
This course is an analysis of international business environments (culture, politics and economics) and the conduct of traditional business functions.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ECON 205 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 370 - Organizational Change
This course covers the organizational resilience, adaptability, and agility required to gain new prominence in today’s business world. Students learn the theory behind and research actual instances of methods for institutionalizing change within an organization.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 330 and MGT 331 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 390 - Cultural Intelligence
This course will prepare today’s students to be effective leaders in their professional lives by helping them hone their cultural intelligence as it is vital to working inter- and intra-culturally in today’s global economy. Students will gain a unique ability to identify, recognize, and acknowledge the differences and similarities that exist between and among cultural groups and systems.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 330 and MGT 331 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: On Demand
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 451 - Managerial Finance
This course includes financial management techniques and policies for financial analysis and planning, working capital management, capital budgeting and long-term financing.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 453 - Business Strategy
This course is a capstone course to develop decision-making skills at the top management level and encompassing all management functions in their environmental, political and social context.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): MKT 300 and MGT 331 and BUS 451 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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BUS 499 - Internship
This course is an individually designed work experience in an approved business or organization.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite Classification: Junior status and Business major or minor or internship instructor approval Prereq. GPA: 2 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Availability: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credit Hours: 3 |
Chemistry
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CHM 100 - Chemistry and the Modern World
This course is an introductory course designed specifically for non-science majors. This course introduces chemical concepts at an approachable level and links these concepts to relevant real-world topics and modern issues. An understanding of general mathematics is suggested, but the course does not focus heavily on math. Topics include chemistry and the environment, chemistry of fuel and energy, and chemistry of human health. This course does not count as a science course for science majors.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Corequisite(s): CHM 100L
Availability: Fall, Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHM 100L - Chemistry and the Modern World Lab
This lab course is an introductory course designed specifically for non-science majors. The lab course covers basic laboratory safety and practical lab skills related to topics in modern times. Topics include lab safety, chemical measurements and reactions, and laboratory applications to modern day topics. This course is intended to be taken with CHM 100, or as a stand-alone lab course for non-science majors. This course does not count as a lab science course for science majors.
Credit Hours: 1 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Corequisite(s): CHM 100 or instructor approval
Availability: Fall, Spring
Credit Hours: 1 |
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CHM 105 - Chemistry for the Health Sciences
This course is an introductory course designed for pre-nursing, sports and exercise science, and related majors. This course provides a broad survey of chemical topics relevant to those pursuing careers in the health sciences. Topics include units of measurement, chemical structure, moles and stoichiometry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. A general knowledge of mathematics is needed for calculating dosages and dilutions, preparing solutions, and using conversion factors. This course is not intended for natural science majors or those desiring to attend professional school in a medical field.
Credit Hours: 4 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
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CHM 111 - General Chemistry I
This course includes the fundamental principles and qualitative aspects of general inorganic chemistry. Topics discussed include the study of chemical stoichiometry, atomic theory, chemical bonding and kinetic molecular theory. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to properly use chemical terminology to interpret and reason using basic chemical concepts, laws, and theories. Apply factual information to solve problems and calculations related to chemical reactions and processes.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Corequisite(s): CHM 111L
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHM 111L - General Chemistry I Lab
This course includes the fundamental principles and qualitative aspects of general inorganic chemistry. Topics discussed include the study of chemical stoichiometry, atomic theory, chemical bonding and kinetic molecular theory.
Credit Hours: 1 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Corequisite(s): CHM 111
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 1 |
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CHM 112 - General Chemistry II
This course is a continuation of CHM 111 . This course includes the study of solution chemistry, kinetics, oxidation-reductions, equilibria, and acids and bases. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to properly use chemical terminology to interpret and reason using more advanced chemical concepts, laws, and theories. Apply factual information to solve problems and calculations related to chemical reactions and processes.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Prerequisite(s): CHM 111
Corequisite(s): CHM 112L
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHM 112L - General Chemistry II Lab
This course is a continuation of CHM 111 . This course includes the study of solution chemistry, kinetics, oxidation-reductions, equilibria, and acids and bases.
Credit Hours: 1 Core Areas: Area D; Area F
Prerequisite(s): CHM 111L
Corequisite(s): CHM 112
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 1 |
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CHM 321 - Analytical Chemistry & Lab
This course is designed for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of chemical substances. Volumetric, spectrophotometer, electrochemical, chromatographic techniques will be discussed and utilized. The theory and practice of using modern analytical equipment such as ultraviolet/visible spectroscopy (UV/VIS), mass spectroscopy (MS), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), infrared spectroscopy (IR), and electrophoresis will be studied through experimental and simulated methods.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): CHM 112 and ENG 102 and CHM 112L Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 4 |
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CHM 331 - Light and Matter
This course centers around the study of the interaction of light with matter. Topics covered will be rotational, vibrational, and electronic spectroscopies.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHM 112 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHM 335 - Organic Chemistry I & Lab
This is the first course in the study of the compounds of carbon. This course includes the study of structure, mechanisms, synthesis and reactions of organic compounds.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): CHM 112 and CHM 112L Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 4 |
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CHM 336 - Organic Chemistry II & Lab
This course is a continuation of CHM 335 .
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): CHM 335 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 4 |
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CHM 338 - Biochemistry I
This course introduces molecules of biological importance. Topics include the chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, and enzymes including their structure, physical, and chemical properties.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHM 335 and BIO 101 or BIO 102 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Corequisite(s): CHM 335
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHM 339 - Biochemistry II
This course builds on the introduction to biomolecules from CHM 338 . This course covers the biosynthesis of these biomolecules and the metabolic pathways that govern life. Particular attention is paid to the chemistry and energetics of these pathways.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHM 338 and BIO 101 or BIO 102 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHM 340 - Biochemistry Lab
This laboratory course is intended to compliment CHM 338 and CHM 339 and build laboratory skills necessary to experimentally study biomolecular processes. Topics covered include: buffer preparation, protein quantification and characterization, enzyme kinetics, and chromatography. The final section of the lab is designed like a research project and culminates in a mock research manuscript submission.
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite(s): CHM 338 and CHM 339 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Corequisite(s): CHM 339
Credit Hours: 2 |
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CHM 400 - Physical Chemistry for the Life Sciences
This is a senior level course covering concepts of physical chemistry taught from a biochemical perspective. This course builds on every previous course in the chemistry curriculum. Topics covered include thermodynamics and equilibria, kinetics, structure, and spectroscopy of biomolecular systems.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHM 336 or PHY 203 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHM 410 - Bioinorganic Chemistry
This course involves the theories of bonding, group theory, and molecular symmetry with application to metal-containing biomolecules. Topics covered include atomic structure and simple bonding theory, molecular symmetry, group theory, molecular orbitals, coordination chemistry and basic reactivity, electronic spectra of inorganic molecules, and bioinorganic molecules.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHM 336 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHM 420 - Communicating Scientific Literature
This course focuses on learning how to effectively communicate science, in particular related to scientific literature and research. Topics covered include reviewing literature in both brief and expansive formats, critically analyzing research papers, appropriately referencing sources, and presenting scientific data and papers.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHM 336 , Suggested to take this course while enrolled in CHM 450.
Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHM 430 - Special Topics in Chemistry
This course is a study of selected topics in chemistry. The course topic may change each semester.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHM 112 or PHY 203 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHM 440 - Biochemistry Seminar
This is a seminar course where a topic related to the interest of the students in the department will be investigated, researched, and presented on by students. The analysis and presentation skills from this seminar will serve as the basis for students preparing to do conduct senior research.
Credit Hours: 1
Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
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CHM 450 - Research Proposal Writing
This course focuses on learning how to effectively write and critique research proposals and is intended for chemistry students preparing to take CHM 460 . The research proposal developed in this course will serve as the basis for the students research project in CHM 460 .
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): CHM 336 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Credit Hours: 1 |
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CHM 460 - Introduction to Research
This course is designed to introduce students to working in a research laboratory environment. Students will undertake an original course of research based on their proposal developed in CHM 450 . Students will present their results at an open, conference style seminar at the end of the semester.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHM 420 or CHM 450 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 45
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 100 - Introduction to Biblical Worldview
This course introduces students to the concept of worldview, in general and the components of a biblical worldview in particular, focusing on major biblical themes in the Old and New Testaments, including creation, fall, covenant, law, incarnation, redemption, and restoration. The implications of a biblical worldview and the application of biblical themes on the totality of life will be explored, specifically academic studies and vocational pursuits.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area B; Area F
Availability: Fall, Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 101 - Introduction to Old Testament
The course introduces students to God’s redemptive story as presented in the Old Testament. Emphasis will be given to: reading through the OT in selected portions; a review of major historical movements; a broad overview of the content of the OT books with special attention to theological concepts including salvation and anticipation of the Gospel.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area B; Area F
Availability: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 102 - Introduction to New Testament
The course introduces students to Gods specific redemptive activity as presented in the New Testament. Emphasis will be given to reading through the NT in selected portions; a broad overview of the Gospels, Acts and subsequent NT writings; with special attention to theological concepts, the development of the NT church, and the significance of the Gospel.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area B; Area F
Availability: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 110 - Biblical Foundations
The course equips students with functional biblical skills and knowledge concerning the inspired nature of scripture; an introduction and exploration of the contents and basic themes of the scriptures, including a specific focus upon Gods redemptive actions and the Gospel; an introduction to the foundation of the Church, and a survey of the Biblical Worldview implications.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area B; Area F
Availability: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 200 - Biblical Hermeneutics
This course is an introduction to the principles and practice of interpreting the Bible, this course examines the methodology involved in arriving at the meaning and application of scriptural texts.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHR 101 or CHR 102 and ENG 102
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 210 - History of Christian Thought
This course is an introductory study of the thought and impact of key individuals and movements from the beginning of Christianity to the present.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area E; Area F
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 220 - World Religions
This course is a survey of the major living world religions with an emphasis upon their beliefs, practices, and diverse expressions. The study of Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam constitute the main focus of the course.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area E; Area F
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 230 - Professional Ethics
This course is a study of contemporary ethical issues in various professions. Relevant issues for students anticipating careers in fields such as business, psychology, and education will be explored from a Christian perspective.
Credit Hours: 3 Core Areas: Area E; Area F
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 240 - Christian Worldview
This course is a study of worldview concepts in general and the content of the Christian worldview specifically. The primary focus is on the biblical themes of creation, fall, redemption, and their various implications with respect to the whole of life, including its spiritual, educational, aesthetic, vocational, and family-life dimensions, among others.
Credit Hours: 3
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 250 - Formation for Ministry
This course is an introduction to Christian Ministry through an integration of the theological, psychological, spiritual, social, ethical, and functional dimensions of ministry through the local church. Attention is given to identifying and clarifying the call to ministry and to exploring the necessary preparations for effective ministry.
Credit Hours: 3
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 260 - Ministry Seminar
This course is a study of the integration of the practical and theological components of ministry-related vocations. Detailed consideration is given to attaining competency in carrying out the practical aspects of ministry, such as funerals, weddings, hospital visits, baptisms, the Lords Supper, among other facets of church ministry.
Credit Hours: 3
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 270 - Christian Theology
This course is an introduction to biblical doctrines, including revelation, God, creation, humanity, sin, Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, sanctification, the church, and last things.
Credit Hours: 3
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 300 - Special Topics in Biblical/Theological Studies- Doctorine of the Trinity
This course is an in-depth biblical, historical, and philosophical investigation to the doctrine of the Trinity, with a focus on understanding and applying the doctrine in various ministerial and academic contexts.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHR 270 or Instructor approval. Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: On Demand
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 305 - The Writings
This course is an introduction to the study of the Writings comprising Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon. Emphasis is given to these biblical texts, their interpretations, theological themes, and the various critical issues involved in their interpretation.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHR 200 or Instructor approval. Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 312 - The Reformation
This course is a study of the Protestant Reformation with emphasis upon its influence on political, cultural, and economic life in Europe.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): HIS 151 and ENG 102 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Fall
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 314 - Five Books of Moses
This course is an introduction to the study of the Pentateuch comprising Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Emphasis is given to these biblical texts, their interpretations, theological themes, and the various critical issues involved in their interpretation.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHR 200 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Availability: Spring
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 315 - Historical Books
This course is an introduction to the study of the Former Prophets comprising Joshua, Judges, 1 and 2 Samuel, 1 and 2 Kings, 1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther. Emphasis is given to these biblical texts, their interpretations, theological themes, and the various critical issues involved in their interpretation.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHR 200 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Credit Hours: 3 |
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CHR 316 - Israelite Prophets
This course is an introduction to the study of the Israelite prophecy comprising of the major and Minor Prophets. Emphasis is given to the biblical texts, their interpretations, theological themes, and the various critical issues involved in their interpretation.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHR 200 Prereq. Earned Hrs: 30
Credit Hours: 3 |
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