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2014-2015 Southeastern University Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Southeastern University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Social Work

  
  • SOWK 2053 - HUMAN BEHAVIOR & SOCIAL ENVIRON I


    This course focuses on skill development in assessing “person-in-environment” throughout the life cycle, utilizing ecological systems thinking. It is a foundation social work course that is aimed at helping students acquire basic knowledge of human functioning from a broad perspective. It is a study of the interaction of biological, psychological, sociological, cultural, spiritual, and systemic influences on human functioning.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 2063 - HUMAN BEHAVIOR & SOCIAL ENVIRON II


    This course is an examination of human behavior in the macro social environment. This course focuses on the interfacing of individuals and families with communities, organizations, and groups. Issues related to cultural diversity, social and economic justice, and populations at risk are examined, as well as values and ethics in social work practice in the macro social environment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 3013 - CHILDREN & ADOLESCENT ISSUES & INTV


    This course is a study of major issues affecting children, adolescents, and their families. Special attention is given to the issues of childhood trauma and abuse, child care, dissolution of the family, juvenile delinquency, effects of poverty on children, and issues of dependency, including foster care, kinship care, adoption, and residential child care. Child appropriate intervention strategies will be introduced to assist in working with children in effective ways.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 3023 - HISTORY OF SOCIAL WELFARE IN AMERIC


    This course traces the evolution of America’s response to need from the Elizabethan Poor Laws to contemporary social welfare. The course focuses on the social, political, and institutional responses to poverty over time and the role social workers have played.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 3033 - UNDERSTANDING HUMAN DIVERSITY


    This course examines the complex nature of culture and personal identity, explores populations at-risk, and encourages students to understand and appreciate diversity. Specific knowledge of individual cultures, awareness of the patterns of oppression experienced by those cultures, and skills relevant to developing a culturally competent approach to working with diverse people groups are addressed.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 3093 - SOCIAL WELFARE POLICY


    This course is an examination of policy practice focusing on creation and analysis of social welfare policy. An analytical approach to contemporary social welfare policy and current social welfare programs is emphasized, as is the critique of major social welfare policies and programs. Influencing policy formation at administrative, legislative, and judicial levels, and exploring the values and ethics of America’s social welfare system are included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: SOWK 3023

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 3123 - BUILDING EFFECTIVE HELPING SKILLS


    This course introduces students to the basic interpersonal skills utilized in the helping process such as client engagement, empathic listening, reflecting feeling and meaning, clarifying, identifying and exploring problems, confrontation, and helping clients develop strategies to accomplish their goals from a strengths based perspective.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 3133 - SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE I


    This course is an examination of generalist social work practice, including practice skills related to the social work problem-solving process (relationship building, interviewing, contracting). It includes an exploration of social work ethics and values.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SOWK 2013 SOWK 2021, SOWK 3123

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 3233 - INTEGRAT FAITH & SOCIAL WRK TH&PRAC


    This course provides an in-depth examination of the basic tenets of a Christian worldview, contrasting and comparing them with the underlying values and theoretical underpinnings of social work practice. Topics covered will include perspectives on human pain and suffering, sin, good and evil, the nature of humanity, the meaning of life, the nature of God and redemption as they relate to integrating faith with sound social work practice. Students will be encouraged to develop a personal understanding of how to integrate Christian thought, values, and principles with professional ethics and practice through spirit-led service to God and humanity.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SOWK 2013; PHIL 2003

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 3253 - FAMILY VIOLENCE


    This course studies family maltreatment. Major topics include child physical abuse, psychological abuse, neglect, child sexual abuse, investigation of child abuse cases, sexual offenders, domestic violence batterers and victims, and elder maltreatment. Each topic is approached by exploring interacting explanations at a variety of levels, including social and cultural, family and individual.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 3263 - STATISTICS FOR SOCIAL WORK RESEARCH


    This course is designed to help students understand the use of statistical data in the context of theories, policies, and methods related to social work practice. Students explore the use of statistical procedures and data presentations, including the understanding of data selection, analysis, and interpretation. The course covers elementary descriptive and inferential statistics. Students will develop skills to use a computerized analysis program.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 3303 - WRITING FOR SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE


    This course prepares students to engage in effective written communication for generalist social work practice with systems of all sizes. Emphasis is placed on developing writing skills required to document services, develop assessments using ecosystems concepts, write reports for inter-professional communication, analyze problems, advocate for services, and utilize research to inform practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite:  

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 3413 - MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEMS & STRATEGIES


    This social work course examines the concepts of “mental health” and “mental health disorders” from a risk and resilience framework. It studies the bio-psycho-social aspects of mental health challenges. The history of community mental health as well as various aspects of assessment and service provision will be studied. The role of the baccalaureate social worker in community and behavioral mental health will be explored using the generalist social work model.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 4003 - SELECTED TOPICS


    A seminar for investigation of specialized topics in social work not addressed by other courses. Content is determined by the department to address special needs or interests. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours. The same topic may not be repeated.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 4003 - SPECIAL TOPICS: HUMAN TRAFFICKING IN AMERICA


    This course is designed to give an overview of human trafficking in America. Emphasis is placed on helping students become aware of the various types of human trafficking, current statistics concerning populations that are most affected, adn hidden aspects of human trafficking. The course explores the origins of human trafficking in America and reasons it has become one of the fastest growing criminal industries in the world. Students will be challenged to engage in ministries that are using various Biblical responses to advocate and fight for the social justice and freedom of those held captive.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: None

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 4011 - PREPARATION FOR FIELD ED SEMINAR


    This course introduces the purpose, requirements, and expectations of the field experience. Students review ethical responsibilities, risk management, and culturally competent practice. Field site options are explored and agency placement is arranged by the end of the semester. Provides an orientation to field manual and forms.

    Credits: 1
  
  • SOWK 4012 - FIELD SEMINAR I


    This seminar provides students with an opportunity to discuss practicum experiences with other students and to integrate theory with practice. The focus is on professional growth and development. Students assess their field experiences, examine ethical issues, and demonstrate skills in understanding of agency structures and policies at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: SOWK 4011; Corequisite: SOWK 4113

    Credits: 2
  
  • SOWK 4021 - FIELD SEMINAR II


    This capstone course integrates content from prior social work courses with knowledge and experience learned in the field. Emphasis is on development and use of professional self and preparation for graduation and entrance to the field of Social Work. Formal admission to the Social Work Program is required prior to registering.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: SOWK 4012; Corequisite: SOWK 4115

    Credits: 1
  
  • SOWK 4022 - FIELD SEMINAR II


    This course is a 2-hour seminar which is a co-requisite with Social Work Practicum II. The course concentrates on practice related issues with a strengths based method of problem solving. The seminar provides students with an opportunity to discuss practicum experiences with others students, discuss issues related to practice and service delivery systems, integrate theory with practice, and apply research to practice. The assignments of the Seminar will be guided by the competencies and practice behaviors that senior social students are required to exhibit.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: ,  

    Co-requisite:

     

    Credits: 2

  
  • SOWK 4023 - SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE II


    This course is a continuation of SOWK 3133. Social work practice theories, methods, skills and values relevant to generalist practice with families and groups are emphasized. Therapeutic models used with individuals, families, and groups are assessed. Focus is on individual and family assessment and interventions. Formal admission to the Social Work Program is required prior to registering.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SOWK 3133

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 4053 - RESEARCH METHODS


    The application of the scientific method of inquiry to theory and practice for the purpose of knowledge building and the development of best practice. The content of this course includes research design, quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, systematic evaluation of practice and evaluation of theory. The focus is on the development of social research and practice with individuals, groups, organizations, and communities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: SOWK 3263

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 4113 - SOCIAL WORK PRACTICUM I


    This course requires a supervised field experience totaling 200 hours in a local social service agency. Requirements include a weekly on-campus integrative seminar. Primary focus is on social work with individuals and families. Formal admission to the Social Work Program is required prior to registering.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: 4011; Corequisite: SOWK 4012

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOWK 4115 - SOCIAL WORK PRACTICUM II


    This course is a continuation of SOWK 4113. It requires a guided field practice totaling 250 hours in a local social service agency. Formal admission to the Social Work Program is required prior to registering.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: SOWK 4113; Corequisite: SOWK 4021

    Credits: 5
  
  • SOWK 4123 - SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE III


    This course examines generalist practice theories, knowledge, values, methods, and skills for work with and in organizations, communities, and large social systems with special emphasis on social work with groups, organizations, and communities. Formal admission to the Social Work Program is required prior to registering.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SOWK 3133

    Credits: 3

Sport Management

  
  • SRMT 2103 - INTRO TO SPORT MANAGEMENT


    In this course the meaning of sport management in terms of its scope, principles, issues and future trends are introduced, discussed, and analyzed. In addition, this course examines the job responsibilities and competencies required of sport managers in a variety of sports or sport-related organizations. This course provides the student with an overview of the different facets and career opportunities that are available in the field of sport management.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 2303 - SPORT AND SOCIETY: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES


    This course is designed to give individuals a sociological perspective on sports in society on the global level. It will examine politics, economics, education, the mass media, gender, race, and financial compensation as each relates to sports.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 3003 - SPORT AND SOCIETY


    This course is designed to give individuals a sociological perspective on sports in society on the global level. It will examine politics, economics, education, the mass media, gender, race, and financial compensation as each relates to sports.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: None

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 3103 - SPORT LAW


    The course covers the sport legal issues of negligence and product liability, contract law, labor, tort, and antitrust law influence; and the impact and direct development of relationships between leagues, teams, athletes, agents, television, internet, advertisers, and fans.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SRMT 2103, 2303

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 3203 - SPORT PSYCHOLOGY


    This course is an introduction to the many facets of applied sport psychology, the mental aspects of sports, and the contemporary performance enhancement techniques utilized in sport psychology throughout the world. This includes theory and practice of sport psychology with areas of theoretical basis of mental aspects of training processes and competition, mental training techniques for psychomotor performance, and basic issues of performance psychology.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 3303 - SPORT MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM


    This course provides working experience in the area of sport management. The areas include youth, amateur and professional sport organizations, including recreation, interscholastic, and intercollegiate athletics. Hands-on experience with sport-related goods and services is included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SRMT 2103, 2303

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 3403 - SPORT ETHICS


    This course is a study of contemporary moral issues in sports, including the relative fairness of performance enhancing drugs and techniques, cheating and deception, the role of violence in sports, and the nature of sportsmanship.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SRMT 2103, 2303

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 3503 - SPORT FACILITY & EVENT MANAGEMENT


    This course covers numerous issues from construction-related concerns to marketing facilities, naming rights, and event management. This is a comprehensive course focusing on applied rather than theoretical knowledge.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SRMT 2103, 2303

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 3513 - SPORT EVENT MANAGEMENT


    This course explores the necessary foundations of event management, including conceptualization, staffing, budgeting, financing, promoting, securing, and managing. Through the course, students will explore the process of carrying out a positive sport event at all levels of sport, including recreational interscholastic, intercollegiate, and professional.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite:  

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 3523 - SPORT FACILITY MANAGEMENT


    Information coming soon…

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 3603 - SPORT & SPIRITUALITY


    This course is a study of the human aspects of the sport experience through the perspective of the biblical worldview of sport psychology, philosophy, ethics, and theology. Additionally, the course will examine the role of sport in the early church, rise of sport evangelism, and the impact of Muscular Christianity.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SRMT 2103, 2303

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 4203 - INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS


    This course is a study of contemporary intercollegiate athletic topics, including pressures and challenges on student athletes, student development theory, life skills programming, National Collegiate Athletic Association policy, diversity, gender issues, marketing, fundraising, external relations, sports information, coaching, and academic support.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SRMT 2103, 2303

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 4303 - SPORT LEADERSHIP, ORG & ADMIN


    The course is designed as a senior-level study of the administrative techniques and procedures for successful program management in sport work environments. The six focuses are taken from the NASSM (North American Society for Sport Management) program standards.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SRMT 3503, 3303, 3403, 3103, 3603, 3203

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 4403 - MARKETING & PROMO IN SPORT INDUSTRY


    This course builds on the general principles of marketing by discussing the unique aspects of sport marketing and applying marketing concepts to sport as a product and the promotion of sport activities. Topics focus on the spectator as the product consumer and will include consumer analysis, market segmentation, and product licensing, as well as positioning, pricing, promotion, distribution, and sponsorship as they apply to sport.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SRMT 3503, 3303, 3403

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 4503 - SPORT FINANCE


    This course is designed to provide critical theories of finance and accounting as applied to managerial control of sport organizations. Topics include forms of team ownership, taxation, financial analysis, feasibilities studies, licensing, and economic impact studies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SRMT 3503, 3303, 3403, 3103, 3603, 3203

    Credits: 3
  
  • SRMT 4909 - SPORT MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP


    This course requires work experience in an organization, on and/or off campus, providing on-the-job training in the sport management field. The intern will be supervised by a faculty mentor and a supervisor in the organization and will report work experience through written and verbal reports to the faculty mentor. Internships are approved by the faculty mentor and coordinator of the Sport Management program.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: SRMT 4203, 4303, 4403, 4503

    Credits: 9

Theology

  
  • THEO 1311 - SURVEY OF CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY


    PRE-REQUISITE COURSE FOR MAML PROGRAM

    Credits: 1
  
  • THEO 1313 - SURVEY OF CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY


    A survey of the main Christian doctrines and their relevance today. The Bible is used as the primary source to establish and defend our theological position. Areas to be addressed include the doctrines of God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, Human Creation, Sin and Salvation, the Church and the Last Things.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Cross-listed with PHIL 1313

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 1503 - CHRIST, CULTURE, AND THE UNIVERSITY


    This course serves as an introduction to the mission of Southeastern University and the academic tradition of liberal arts education. The course prepares students for academic and social success by focusing on the areas of critical thinking, personal and spiritual formation, and social responsibility.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 1902 - PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT FROM A BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE


    The study covers the principles of individual and family financial management, including coverage of budgeting, planning and goal-setting, personal banking, home ownership, insurance needs, and other personal finance subjects.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Cross-referenced as BUSI 1902

    Credits: 2
  
  • THEO 2113 - FAITH INTEGRATION


    None

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 2133 - THEOLOGY OF GOD, CHRIST, & THE HOLY SPIRIT


    An introduction to theology (its meaning and purpose), and an overview of the following theological areas: Scripture (revelation, inspiration, and canon), God (His existence, attributes, works and the Trinity), Christ (His person, nature, and works), and the Holy Spirit (His personality, deity, and work). Special attention is given to the statement of fundamental truths of the General Council of the Assemblies of God.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 2433 - FAITH INTEGRATION AND OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP


    This course helps students develop and live out their Christian theology in practical ways through mentoring, discipleship, evangelism, and missions work. This course is part of the Outdoor Leadership and Discipleship (OLD) School semester abroad program. It provides a backdrop for the entire semester and becomes the focal point for two sections that cover 15 days specifically geared towards evangelism and missions. The discipleship aspect runs through the entire semester encompassing formal teaching, small group sessions, 2-on-1 meetings, student led teaching, book reviews, and daily time set aside for personal Bible study.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: Enrolled in OLD School program

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 3113 - INTEGRATING FAITH IN LANG/COM ARTS


    This course reviews central elements of a Christian worldview, and examines the theoretical dimensions of prominent approaches to the language and communication arts. A major objective of the course is to assist students in developing a personal understanding of how to practically integrate Christian thought, principles, values and the dynamics of the Holy Spirit in their study and work in the fields of language and communication. One sophomore or higher course in literature or communication is required prior to taking this course.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: ENGL 1233, COMM 1433, BIBL 1703, THEO 1313.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 3133 - THEOLOGY OF SALVATION, THE CHURCH, & ESCHATOLOGY


    This course examines sin (origin, nature, and implications) and salvation, the church (nature and mission), and the fulfillment of the purposes of God (physical death, resurrection, second coming, final destiny). Special attention is given to the doctrinal statements of the Assemblies of God.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: THEO 2133

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 3503 - WOMEN IN PENTECOSTAL MINISTRY


    This course investigates the theological and cultural developments of female leadership as it relates to historic and current Pentecostalism, with an emphasis upon American Pentecostalism. An egalitarian hermeneutic is presented and evaluated against other interpretive models. An historical perspective respecting female Pentecostal leadership will be examined through the lives and ministries of several key female exemplars. Gender specific leadership challenges and compelling gender specific demographic needs also will be addressed.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 3733 - WORLD RELIGIONS


    A comparative study of the major religions in the world.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 4113 - BUSINESS ETHICS


    This course considers legal, societal and Judeo-Christian principles as applied to ethical business decisions. Discussion of topical areas within all spheres of organizational culture, responsibilities and applied biblical moral thinking. This course is cross-referenced with THEO 4113

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 4233 - CONTEMPORARY THEOLOGY


    A study of the trends in modern theological thought and an evaluation of these in light of evangelical Christianity. The theological formulations of several modern theologians will be considered. This course is conducted as a seminar.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: THEO 3133

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 4503 - GLOBAL PENTECOSTALISM


    This course studies the theological and cultural developments of Pentecostalisms and Spirit-oriented communities within a global context, particularly the majority world. Emphases are placed on the theological and global dynamics that have influenced Pentecostalisms in various world settings and how various global expressions of Pentecostalism and Spirit-oriented communities have contributed to the whole of Christianity, particularly as relates to theological developments. Both historical and contemporary expressions are included, with particular attention given to the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite:  ,  , or  

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 4823 - SPECIAL TOPICS: SEMINAR IN THEOLOGICAL ISSUES


    This seminar course deals with current issues in theological debate. The agenda is set by the instructor and the class. Readings in journals and recent literature are utilized. Offered in alternate years.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: THEO 3133

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 4933 - SENIOR CAPSTONE INTEGRATION SEMINAR


    This capstone course engages students in ascertaining the certainty and clarity of their call to the care of souls, recognizing such certainty and clarity for longevity in church or para-church related ministry. Students will develop strategies to withstand financial, emotional, physical, and spiritual pressures that will challenge that call throughout their careers. Students will move toward the clarification and assessment of their ministerial call through a series of interactions with faculty. Taken during the last semester, this course will include seminar presentations, personal interviews, and assessment procedures to provide insight and feedback.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Core courses required in the student’s particular declared major.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5702 - READING IN PENTECOSTAL THEOLOGY


    This course examines literature engaging particular themes within the Pentecostal tradition or literature that engages themes pertinent to the Pentecostal tradition.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Graduate Standing

    Credits: 1 or 2

Theology - Graduate Courses

  
  • THEO 5131 - MAML THEOLOGY A


    None

    Credits: 1
  
  • THEO 5222 - THESIS WRITING METHODS


    This course introduces students to the logic and dynamics of writing a master’s level thesis or contextual education project. It is designed to enable students to understand the process of writing a thesis proposal, gaining acceptance of same, and to begin writing a master’s level research thesis or contextual education project.

    Credits: 2
  
  • THEO 5231 - MAML THEOLOGY B


    None

    Credits: 1
  
  • THEO 5311 - RESEARCH METHODS


    This course introduces students to the logic and dynamics of the research process. It is designed to enable students to understand concepts, purposes, and methods that are fundamental to conducting the kind of systematic inquiry necessary for writing graduate level research papers including a master’s level research thesis or contextual education project.

    Credits: 1
  
  • THEO 5313 - PENTECOSTAL THEOLOGY


    A study of the theological developments, both historically and contemporary, within the Pentecostal and Charismatic movements. Special emphasis will be given to North American Classical Pentecostalism and their theological impact on the Church particularly in the Charismatic Renewal. An overview of the unique theological expressions of Pentecostalism in Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America will be presented. Distinguishing features of Pentecostal Theology with the areas of Pneumatology, Missiology, Hymnology and Narrative Theology will be investigated.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5333 - THESIS PROJECT


    This course engages students in the study of the resources and technology that have been engaged in previous courses that provided the purpose of research and preparation of formal papers in the students’ fields of study. The thesis allows each student to focus on research and writing skills on a specific field of study.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5334 - THESIS


    This course engages students in the study of the resources and technology that have been engaged in previous courses that provided the purpose of research and preparation of formal papers in the students’ fields of study. The thesis allows each student to focus on research and writing skills on a specific field of study.

    Credits: 4
  
  • THEO 5433 - PENTECOSTAL ECCLESIOLOGY


    This course is a study of the theological foundations of the church with special focus on the Pentecostal and Evangelical model(s). Emphases are placed on the theological, missional, and governance structures of the church as the body of Christ, community of Spirit-led believers, and light to the world as a sign and foretaste of the kingdom of God.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5503 - SHAPE OF PRACTICAL THEOLOGY


    This course covers critical issues related to questions about the nature of God’s presence in everyday life. It develops a foundation for practical theology based on fundamental issues by defining dilemmas for study, developing a dialogue with pertinent sources, formulating and implementing reasonable intentions for resolving those dilemmas, and assessing the application of those intentions. Thsi will involve theololgical reflection on th unique issues which arise in the maor spheres of home, church, academy, and workplace.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5513 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN THEO STUDIES


    This course covers current issues in theological studies. The course content will be set by the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5533 - SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY I


    This course acquaints students with the foundational belief structures of Christian faith in relation to the Pentecostal theological tradition. Major doctrines such as theological method, the doctrine of God, revelation, scripture, sin, the person and work of Christ, and the nature of faith will be investigated.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5543 - SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY II


    This introductory course continues to acquaint students with the foundational belief structures of Christian faith in relation to the Pentecostal theological tradition. Major doctrines such as the doctrine of salvation, sanctification, the Holy Spirit, the church and the last things will be investigated.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    THEO 5533 Systematic Theology I

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5563 - CONTEMPORARY THEOLOGY


    This course is an exploration of more recent theological trends in contemporary theology. The course will critically examine the origins, character, and contemporary significance of selected theologians and theological trends and movements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    None

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5573 - THEOLOGY AND ETHICS


    This is an exploration of the relationship between theology, ethics and moral life in the thought of contemporary theologians in concert with the Scripture’s theocentric structure of ethical thinking and in dialog with the philosophical goal of making sense out of the connection between theological truth-claims, ethical obligations, virtues of character, and moral conduct.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    None

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5583 - CHRISTIANITY & THE WORLD RELIGIONS


    This course explores the historical and contemporary relationships of Christianity and the world religions, specifically focused at the theological level and involving Pentecostal perspectives. Topics discussed include global Renewal movements and religious pluralism, theology of religions globalization, interfaith relations, and interreligious dialogue. Focus may rotate from year to year emphasizing the encounter between Christianity and one other world religious tradition.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    None

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5603 - INDIVIDUAL STUDY IN THEO STUDIES


    This course engages students who desire to complete the MATS degree through Directed Reading option to develop and individualized course of study. The individual study course provides the student the opportunity to identify the scholarly resources for the research into the student’s area of interest.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5903 - DIRECTED READING


    This course engages students in the scholarly reading identified in the prospectus approved by the faculty mentor in the individual study course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • THEO 5993 - THESIS/CONTEXTUAL EDUCATION PROJECT


    This course introduces students to the logic and dynamics of writing a master’s level thesis or contextual education project. It is designed to enable students to understand the process of writing a thesis proposal, gaining acceptance of same and to begin writing a master’s level research thesis or contextual education project. In this first step of a two-step process, the student will be assigned a reader/advisor, gain approval of the thesis topic, and develop a research and writing time-line for completion. The student will work on an individual basis with reader/advisor, submit regular iterations of work, respond to reviews, and successfully achieve agreed upon achievement goals.

    Credits: 3

Voice

  
  • MUAV 1011 - CLASS VOICE I


    The voice class is designed for the non-music major and the music major with non-vocal emphasis. This class provides the necessary skills and techniques needed for private study, as well as a knowledge or appropriate repertoire–Italian and English. Voice class may fulfill voice requirements at the discretion of the music faculty.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUAV 1101 - VOICE APPLIED LESSON


    The Music Department will determine the student’s level of instruction. Thirteen lessons (25 minutes per week) plus individual practice are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    By arrangement only

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUAV 1102 - VOICE APPLIED LESSON


    The Music Department will determine the student’s level of instruction. Thirteen lessons (50 minutes per week) plus individual practice are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    By arrangement only

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUAV 1103 - VOICE APPLIED LESSON


    The Music Department will determine the student’s level of instruction. Thirteen lessons (50 minutes per week) plus individual practice are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Passing of the Rising Junior Exam. By arrangement only

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUAV 2001 - CLASS VOICE FOR CONTEMPORARY SINGR


    This course is designed to teach the relationship between vocal technique and contemporary vocal styling for the aspiring contemporary vocal soloist.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUAV 1011

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUAV 3102 - APPLIED LESSONS


    The Music Department will determine the student’s level of instruction. Thirteen lessons (50 minutes per week) plus individual practice are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: Passing of Rising Junior Exam and Instructor Permission required

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUAV 3103 - APPLIED LESSONS


    The Music Department will determine the student’s level of instruction. Thirteen lessons (50 minutes per week) plus individual practice are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: Passing of Rising Junior Exam and Instructor Permission required

    Credits: 3

Elective

  
  • ELECTIVE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE - BEHAVIOR SCIENCE ELECTIVE


    Behavioral Science Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 3
  
  
  • ELECTIVE BROADCAST/TV 3Hrs - BROADCAST/TV ELECTIVE


    Broadcast/TV Elective. See Degree Audit for more information

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELECTIVE BROADCAST/TV 5Hrs - BROADCAST/TV ELECTIVE


    Broadcast/TV Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 5
  
  • ELECTIVE BROADCAST/TV 6Hrs - BROADCAST/TV ELECTIVE


    Broadcast/TV Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 6
  
  • ELECTIVE BROADCAST/TV 8Hrs - BROADCAST/TV ELECTIVE


    Broadcast/TV Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 8
  
  • ELECTIVE BUSINESS - BUSINESS ELECTIVE


    Business Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELECTIVE CHURCH HISTORY - CHURCH HISTORY ELECTIVE


    See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELECTIVE COMMUNICATION 3Hrs - COMMUNICATION ELECTIVE


    Communication Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELECTIVE COMMUNICATION 5Hrs - COMMUNICATION ELECTIVE


    Communication Elective. See degree audit for more information.

    Credits: 5
  
  • ELECTIVE COMMUNICATION 6HRS - COMMUNICATION ELECTIVE


    General Communication Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 6
  
  • ELECTIVE COMMUNICATION 7Hrs - COMMUNICATION ELECTIVE


    Communication Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 7
  
  • Elective CONTENT METHODS COUR - SECONDARY GRADES CONTENT METHODS COURSE


    Secondary Grades Content Methods Course. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELECTIVE ECONOMICS - ECONOMICS ELECTIVE


    Economics Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELECTIVE FILM - FILM ELECTIVE


    Film Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELECTIVE FINANCE - FINANCE ELECTIVE


    Finance Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

  
  • ELECTIVE FINE ARTS - FINE ARTS ELECTIVE


    Fine Arts Elective. See Degree Audit for more information.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELECTIVE GENERAL - GENERAL ELECTIVE


    See Degree Audit for more information.

 

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