Mar 29, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Nursing

  
  • NUR 357 - Adult Health 1 Practicum


    1 credits
    Clinical practicum experience focusing on the health care needs of adults in simple acute care and community-based environments. Application of the scientific nursing process and informatics/technology in simple care situations for the development of patient-centered and evidence-based care plans and the implementation of nursing interventions based upon assessment. Demonstration of leadership, professionalism, communication and teamwork/collaboration as a member of the interdisciplinary care team. Spiritual, professional, intellectual, social and educational domains evaluated throughout. 6 hr clinical, 8 weeks.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 355 NUR 315 , and concurrent enrollment in NUR 320  and NUR 355  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • NUR 365 - Women and Neonatal Health


    2 credits
    Nursing theory focusing on the health care needs of women throughout the lifespan as well as the needs of neonates throughout the neonatal period. Analysis of current evidence-based practice standards for the care of women during the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum periods. Emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention, and risk reduction for women and neonates with the application of health assessment, pathophysiology and pharmacology.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 335 , NUR 337 , and concurrent enrollment in NUR 367  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • NUR 367 - Women and Neonatal Health Practicum


    2 credits
    Clinical practicum experience focusing on the health care needs of women throughout the lifespan and children in the neonatal period in a cute care and community-based environments. Application of the scientific nursing process and informatics/technology in simple care situations for the development of patient-centered and evidence-based care plans and the implementation of nursing interventions based upon assessment. Demonstration of leadership, professionalism, communication and teamwork/collaboration as a member of the interdisciplinary care team. Spiritual, professional, intellectual, social and educational domains evaluated throughout. 6 hr clinical.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 335 , NUR 337 , and concurrent enrollment in NUR 365  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • NUR 400 - Evidence-Based Pract and Quality Improvement


    3 credits
    Exploration of the principles of evidence-based practice as the foundation of high quality, patient-centered care. Application of evidence-based principles and basic scientific research methods within the context of a team to address a specific issue in nursing practice. Examination of quality data and identification of quality improvement opportunities in healthcare. Discussion of statistical analysis and principles of ethics while critiquing various types of research for application to practice.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 320  and NUR 330  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • NUR 405 - Issues and Ethics in Healthcare


    3 credits
    Exploration of the major issues and trends facing the healthcare professions and synthesis of legal and ethical principles that guide professional practice within the context of the Christian perspective.  Inclusion of an examination of political forces that influence change in contemporary healthcare using a systems-based practice approach. Historical, philosophical, and social development of professional strategies within healthcare will be analyzed. 
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 355 , NUR 357 NUR 400  or enrollment in DMS or RTL majors, or consent of the instructor.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • NUR 410 - Adult Health 2


    2 credits
    Nursing theory focusing on the health care needs of the adult patient in complex care situations. Analysis of current evidence-based practice standards for the care of adults with an integration of health assessment, pathophysiology, pharmacology and the development of safe, patient-centered nursing interventions for acute and chronic health disorders. Emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention, and risk reduction for adults.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 345 , NUR 355 , NUR 357 , and concurrent enrollment in NUR 418  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • NUR 415 - Systems-Based Practice and Leadership


    3 credits
    Exploration of the theories and principles of leadership and management, conflict and change management, and the professional nurse’s role in influencing the behavior of individuals and groups that will facilitate safe, high quality, patient-centered care. Examination of the role and responsibilities of the professional nurse as advocate in assisting patients navigating through the healthcare system. Discussion regarding the legal, political, regulatory, and economic factors at the microsystem and macrosystem levels that influence the delivery of patient care.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 355 , NUR 357  and NUR 400  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • NUR 418 - Adult Health 2 Practicum


    2 credits
    Clinical practicum experience focusing on the health care needs of adults in complex acute care and community-based environments. Application of the scientific nursing process and informatics/technology in simple care situations for the development of patientcentered and evidence-based care plans and the implementation of nursing interventions based upon assessment. Demonstration of leadership, professionalism, communication and teamwork/ collaboration as a member of the interdisciplinary care team. Spiritual, professional, intellectual, social and educational domains evaluated throughout. 6 hr clinical.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 355 , NUR 357  and NUR 345 , and concurrent enrollment in NUR 410  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • NUR 420 - Child and Adolescent Health


    2 credits
    Nursing theory focusing on the health care needs of children from birth through adolescence and analysis of current evidence-based practice standards or the care of the population. Application of Erikson’s Stages of Development. Emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention, and risk reduction for children and adolescents with the application of health assessment, pathophysiology and pharmacology.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 410 , NUR 418 , and concurrent enrollment in NUR 428  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • NUR 428 - Child & Adolescent Health Practicum


    2 credits
    Clinical practicum experience focusing on the health care needs of children and adolescents at various developmental stages in acute care and community-based environments. Application of the scientific nursing process and informatics/technology in complex care situations for the development of patient-centered and evidence-based care plans and the implementation of nursing interventions based upon assessment. Demonstration of leadership, professionalism, communication and teamwork/collaboration as a member of the interdisciplinary care team. Spiritual, professional, intellectual, social and educational domains evaluated throughout. 6 hr clinical.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 410 , NUR 418 , and concurrent enrollment in NUR 420  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • NUR 485 - Senior Synthesis


    3 credits
    Synthesis of program activities highlighting collaboration and teamwork in comprehensive patient-centered care situations. Integration of clinical judgment and reasoning skills for acute and chronic health care concerns of the patient in simulated care scenarios. Application of safety, evidence-based practice, technology, professionalism, communication and patient centered care. Professional leadership emphasized throughout peer observation and evaluation.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 400 , NUR 410 , NUR 418 , and NUR 420  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • NUR 490 - Nursing Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with department
  
  • NUR 497 - Transition to Professional Practice Practicum


    4 credits
    Culmination of the program clinical experiences and facilitation of the transition from student to graduate nurse in the clinical setting. Precepting hours targeted at working individually with a registered nurse in practice, providing safe, high quality, patient-centered care. Opportunities for participation in leadership activities as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary care team within the healthcare system. Evaluation of students within the spiritual, professional, intellectual, social and educational domains. Minimum 120 hours of clinical.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 400 , NUR 410 , NUR 418 , NUR 420  and a minimum of 120 hours of clinical.
    Term Offered: Spring semester

Philosophy

  
  • PHI x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • PHI x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the discipline.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • PHI 101 - Introduction to Philosophy


    3 credits
    Students survey some of the most significant questions, ideas, and arguments that have defined Western philosophical thought with a particular focus upon the ancient Greek philosophers Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Topics include reality, order, knowledge, ethics, values, law, government, society, liberty, equality, art, and beauty among others. Emphasis is placed on reading from the original texts, learning how to analyze the logical structure of arguments, developing one’s own logical positions, and observing the connections among various thinkers with the goal of applying their ideas toward understanding the world today. All of this is accomplished within a Christian worldview.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PHI 102 - Logical Reasoning and Argumentation


    3 credits
    An introductory level course designed to develop student’s argumentation, critical thinking, and logical reasoning skills. Students will learn to identify, analyze, and critique many types of deductive and inductive logical arguments. These include categorical syllogisms, propositional logic, analogies, causal inferences, and inductive generalizations. Identifying many examples of logical fallacies in reasoning is also strongly emphasized. Students are also introduced to the Socratic method via reading Plato’s Apology and Crito.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PHI 201 - Ethics


    3 credits
    Ethics examines the why behind what we value, do, and hold as rules or standards. From Plato and Aristotle to Nietzsche and Sartre, this course first investigates how ethical thought has developed throughout history. Careful attention is then also given to biblical ethics and the ethics of Martin Luther. Finally, the course engages contemporary ethical issues in areas such as medicine, business, economics, religion, sexuality, and politics, among others.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100 , THE 105 , or THE 110 ; PHI 101  also recommended.
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • PHI 202 - Apologetics


    3 credits
    An introduction to the task of Christian apologetics as laid out in 1 Peter 3:15: “Always be prepared to give an answer (apologian) to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” PHI 202 examines both the classical and contemporary arguments for and against the truth claims of Christianity. Through readings and dialogue the class will not only familiarize itself with the content of these debates but also learn how to navigate such dialogue with skeptics in truth and love.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • PHI 203 - Philosophy of Human Nature


    3 credits
    “What then is Man?” One aspect of the course is the contemplation of ten theories of human nature - from Confucianism and Upanishadic Hinduism to Scripture, from Plato and Kant to Marx, Freud and Sartre, behavioral psychology and evolutionary psychology. These theories are critically considered both in terms of philosophy of mind (consciousness and self) and moral philosophy (self and others). A consideration of one or two texts such as Taylor’s Sources of the Self comprises a second aspect of this class.
    Prerequisite(s): PHI 101  or discipline approval
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • PHI 321 - Medieval and Renaissance Philosophy


    3 credits
    A detailed exploration of the ideas put forth by Medieval and Renaissance philosophers and theologians from late Antiquity through the Reformation period (200’s AD - 1500’s AD). Students will read primarily from the original texts focusing on the epistemological, metaphysical, ethical, theological, political, and economic debates that linked the philosophers and their schools of thought - noting how these individuals and their views still shape our world. Philosophers examined include: Justin Martyr, Origen, Augustine, Boethius, Anselm, Thomas Aquinas, Bonaventure, William of Ockham, John Duns Scotus, Peter Abelard, Catherine of Sienna, Machiavelli, Erasmus, Thomas More, Martin Luther, and John Calvin. Emphasis is placed on reading from the original texts, analyzing the logical structure of arguments, developing one’s own logical positions, and observing the connections among these various thinkers with the goal of applying their ideas toward understanding the world today. All of this is accomplished within a Christian worldview.
    Prerequisite(s): PHI 101 , PHI 102  or discipline approval
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • PHI 322 - Western Philosophy Since the Enlightment


    3 credits
    A detailed exploration of the ideas put forth by Western philosophers and theologians from 1600’s through today. This includes René Descartes, David Hume, Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, George Berkley, Immanuel Kant, Adam Smith, David Ricardo, Johann Gottlieb Fichte, G.W.F. Hegel, Friedrich Nietzsche, Karl Marx, Soren Kierkegaard, Jean-Paul Sartre, John Dewey, Ludwig Wittgenstien, C.S. Lewis, William James, and W.V.O. Quine. Emphasis is placed on reading from the original texts, analyzing the logical structure of the arguments, developing one’s own logical positions, and observing the connections among various thinkers with the goal of applying their ideas toward understanding the world today. All of this is accomplished within a Christian worldview.
    Prerequisite(s): PHI 101 PHI 102  or discipline approval
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters

Physical Education

General Education Requirement

As part of the Christian Vocation and Service General Education curriculum, physical education courses will be offered to support WLC’s mission and academic goals. Physical activity/exercise has been shown to improve academic success, improve stress management, decrease obesity, and improve overall health (reducing other health risk factors).

Specifically, the Health & Wellness course will assist students in meeting learning outcomes pertaining to creative thinking and inquiry and analysis. The general education Health & Wellness course will incorporate 8 weeks of a lecture component and 8 weeks of an activity. Students will have the opportunity to select an activity from a range of robust offerings. The PED 100 one-credit course and accompanying activity will satisfy the General Education requirement. (Note: Students admitted prior to academic year 2019-20 fall under the PED requirements of the catalog of the year of their admittance.)

Electives

In addition, students wishing to add a physical education course will be able to select from some applied physical fitness courses. These courses are numbered from PED 150-190 and will be offered on a rotational basis. These courses do not fulfill the General Education requirement.

  
  • PED x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • PED x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • PED 100 - Health & Wellness and Activity


    1 credits
    This course is designed to provide students with general background knowledge of a comprehensive health and wellness program with the intent of incorporating these components into a personal wellness plan. Students will spend half of the course in the classroom focusing on the latest trends in personal health, nutrition, physical activity and wellness. The other half of the course will expose students to physical fitness activity options. These offerings may include but aren’t limited to: Badminton, Cardio Fitness, Handball, Pickle Ball, Sand Volleyball, Strength Training, HIIT, Ultimate Frisbee.
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • PED 101 - Golf


    1 credits
    An introduction to the history and fundamentals of golf with a focus on golf in America and key fundamentals of playing the sport; including, grip, club selection, posture, etc. Lecture time will be devoted to the history and growth of the game of golf in America, rules, and cultural significance. Students will have the opportunity to practice applied skills with time spent at a driving range and golf course.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • PED 104 - Advanced Bowling


    1 credits
    This course will focus on advanced skills of bowling and is designed for students with previous bowling instruction. The instructor will apply advanced biomechanical, technical and tactical principles to increase student skills. This class will be held at an off campus bowling alley.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PED 105 - Taekwondo


    1 credits
    A basic instruction in the Olympic-style (Jidokwon) Korean martial art. Training involves but is not limited to: foot and hand techniques, patterns of techniques (forms), self-defense training, and controlled fighting (sparring). Terminology and history of the official martial art of Korea will be taught. Training will consist of moderate regulated impact, medium to high aerobic exercise, stretching. Students with prior concussions are discouraged from attending. Class will be held for two hours per week.
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • PED 152 - Cardio Pump


    1 credits
    Course designed to apply principles of complete personal fitness using cardiorespiratory condition in an active setting. Students will utilize a variety of cardio activities: aerobic step, circuit training, interval training, boot camp, kickboxing and other cardio techniques. Methods for effective strength training and muscle toning through a variety of equipment, fitness planning and goal setting will be introduced for complete understanding of lifelong fitness.
  
  • PED 200 - First Aid, CPR & AED


    1 credits
    American Heart Association two year certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED. Blood borne pathogen training included. Safety and accident prevention stressed. (Does not fulfill Physical Education GENED or Nursing program requirements)
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • PED 205 - Foundation of Physical Education


    2 credits
    This course will provide students with an introduction to physical educational and athletics while considering history, philosophy and theories, which have shaped principles and attitudes within the field. Students will investigate social aspects of athletics and best practices for physical education and athletics. Current and future challenges and opportunities in the field will be addressed.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PED 315 - Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries


    2 credits
    This course includes: common injuries occurring as a result of participating in athletics and physical education activities; procedures and techniques in the prevention and care of injuries; and the understanding of the coaches’ and teachers’ roles in the care of injuries.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PED 330 - Theory and Methods of Coaching


    1 credits
    Covers the theory of coaching specific competitive sports including interscholastics, club, youth and/or intercollegiate sports programs.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • PED 331 - Coaching of Baseball


    1 credits
    Provides the student with theoretical information necessary for the successful coaching of baseball as well as skill analysis, drill development, tactics, strategies, and other coaching techniques.
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • PED 332 - Coaching Basketball


    1 credits
    Provides the student with theoretical information necessary for the successful coaching of basketball as well as skill analysis, drill development, tactics, strategies, and other coaching techniques.
    Term Offered: Even fall semesters
  
  • PED 333 - Coaching Football


    1 credits
    Provides the student with theoretical information necessary for the successful coaching of football as well as skill analysis, drill development, tactics, strategies, and other coaching techniques.
    Term Offered: odd spring semesters
  
  • PED 335 - Coaching Soccer


    1 credits
    Provides the student with theoretical information necessary for the successful coaching of soccer as well as skill analysis, drill development, tactics, strategies, and other coaching techniques.
    Term Offered: Odd fall semesters
  
  • PED 336 - Coaching Softball


    1 credits
    Provides the student with theoretical information necessary for the successful coaching of softball as well as skill analysis, drill development, tactics, strategies, and other coaching techniques.
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • PED 337 - Coaching of Track and Field


    1 credits
    Provides the student with theoretical information necessary for the successful coaching of track and field as well as skill analysis, drill development, tactics, strategies, and other coaching techniques.
    Term Offered: Even fall semesters
  
  • PED 338 - Coaching Volleyball


    1 credits
    Provides the student with theoretical information necessary for the successful coaching of volleyball as well as skill analysis, drill development, tactics, strategies, and other coaching techniques.
    Term Offered: Odd fall semesters
  
  • PED 425 - Administrative Leadership in Athletics


    3 credits
    Discussion of topics related to leadership and administration throughout various athletic settings. Focus on budget, schedule, risk management and facilities management. Incorporate leadership theory, personality trait and philosophy in positive work environment. Comprehensive knowledge gained to lead an athletic team, department or organization.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • PED 490 - Coaching Internship


    Variable credits
    Includes assisting head coach with organizing, planning, and attending practice and game involvement. Amount of credit earned will be based on the amount of the indvidual’s responsibility.
    Term Offered: Every semester

Physics

  
  • PHY x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • PHY x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    An independent study project coordinated by the department and arranged with a sponsoring faculty member.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • PHY 101 - Introduction to Astronomy


    3 credits
    What is our place in the universe? This course provides a chronological introduction to the sciences of astronomy and cosmology. Topics include: ancient and medieval astronomy, celestial coordinate systems, astronomical instrumentation, Kepler’s laws of planetary motion, gravitation, stellar parallax, galactic redshifts, Hubble’s law, and aspects of modern
    cosmology.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PHY 102 - Introduction to Astronomy


    2 credits
    What is our place in the universe? This course provides a chronological introduction to the sciences of astronomy and cosmology. Topics include: ancient and medieval astronomy, celestial coordinate systems, astronomical instrumentation, Kepler’s laws of planetary motion, gravitation, stellar parallax, galactic redshifts, Hubble’s law, and aspects of modern cosmology.

    This is a shortened version of PHY 101, designed to be offered during the January-term. January term
    Term Offered: J-term only

  
  • PHY 105 - Astronomy Laboratory


    1 credits
    This laboratory course complements PHY 101, the Introduction to Astronomy. Stargazing observations will be supplemented by laboratory exercises involving geometric optics, spectroscopy, and astronomical instrumentation. 1cr. lab.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in PHY 101  or PHY 102  is required.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PHY 151 - General Physics 1


    4 credits
    What is the cause of motion, and what does it mean for an object to be rest? In this course, we will study the sciences of statics and dynamics, focusing on the work of Galileo, Pascal, Newton and Einstein. Topics include falling bodies and projectile motion, the strength of materials, acoustics, hydrostatic pressure, Newton’s laws of motion, conservation of momentum, universal gravitation, and special relativity. PHY 151 and PHY 201 cannot both be taken for credit. 3 cr. lec. + 1 cr. lab.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • PHY 152 - General Physics 2


    4 credits
    What is the nature of light? In this course, we will study how early experimental work by scientists such as Franklin, Ampere, Young and Faraday led to the classical electromagnetic theory of light. Topics include magnetism, electric charge and electric circuits, geometric and wave optics, heat and energy, electric and magnetic fields, and radiation. PHY 152 and PHY 202 cannot both be taken for credit. 3 cr. lec. + 1 cr. lab.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PHY 201 - General Physics 1: Space, Time and Motion


    5 credits
    What is the cause of motion, and what does it mean for an object to be rest? In this course, we will study the sciences of statics and dynamics, focusing on the work of Galileo, Pascal, Newton and Einstein. Topics include falling bodies and projectile motion, the strength of materials, acoustics, hydrostatic pressure, Newton’s laws of motion, conservation of momentum, universal gravitation, and special relativity. 4 cr. lec. + 1 cr. lab.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in MAT 221  is required.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • PHY 202 - General Physics 2: Electricity, Magnetism and Light


    5 credits
    What is the nature of light? In this course, we will study how early experimental work by scientists such as Franklin, Ampere, Young and Faraday led to the classical electromagnetic theory of light. Topics include magnetism, electric charge and electric circuits, geometric and wave optics, heat and energy, electric and magnetic fields, Maxwell’s equations, and radiation. 4 cr. lec. + 1 cr. lab.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in MAT 222  is required. 
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PHY 203 - Introduction to Modern Physics: Heat, Atoms and Quanta


    3 credits
    What are the laws that govern the smallest constituents of matter? In this course we will explore the development of the modern quantum theory of the atom. Topics include: heat diffusion and radiation, the kinetic theory of gases, Bohr’s model of the atom, the periodic table of the elements, radioactivity, elementary nuclear physics, wave mechanics and the Heisenberg uncertainty principle. 3 cr. lec.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in MAT 221   is required.
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • PHY 215 - Computerized Instrumentation


    3 credits
    This is a laboratory course which combines analog and digital electronics, computer science, and experimental physics. The goal is to design, build and perform a computer-controlled scientific experiment. Topics include register-level programming, i/o ports, circuit design, sensors and actuators, thermometry, heat diffusion, and scientific writing. 1 cr. lec. + 2 cr. lab.
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • PHY 301 - Classical Mechanics


    3 credits
    This is an advanced course in the mechanics of particles and systems of particles. Topics include Newton’s laws of motion, conservation of energy and momentum, oscillations, rotational motion, non-inertial coordinate systems, chaos theory, variational calculus, Hamilton’s principle, gravitation, and many-particle systems. 3 cr. lec.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in MAT 224  is required.
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • PHY 302 - Classical Electrodynamics


    3 credits
    This is an advanced course in the electromagnetic theory of light. Topics include electrostatics, Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic waves and radiation, antennae, waveguides, lasers, and the electrical and magnetic properties of materials. 3 cr. lec.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in MAT 224  is required.
    Term Offered: Odd fall semesters
  
  • PHY 315 - Electronics Laboratory


    3 credits
    This is a laboratory course in analog and digital electronics. Topics include: circuit analysis, operational amplifiers, filters, feedback circuits, diodes, transistors, logic gates, flip-flops, timing circuits, and microcomputers. 1 cr. lec. +2 cr. lab.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in PHY 202  is required.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • PHY 341 - Thermodynamics


    3 credits
    This is an advanced course in the science of heat. Topics include thermometry, heat capacity, conservation of energy, entropy and the second law of thermodynamics, gas laws, thermodynamic potentials, Maxwell relations, phase transitions and critical phenomena.

    This course is cross-listed with CHE 341  , only PHY 341 or CHE 341 may be taken for credit, not both. 3 lec.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in MAT 223   is required.
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters

  
  • PHY 342 - Quantum Mechanics


    3 credits
    Is light a particle or a wave? What about electrons? In this course we will study the puzzling, yet highly successful, quantum theory of light and matter. We will focus on Schrödinger’s equation and its solutions for atoms, molecules, and solids.

    This course is cross-listed with CHE 342  , only PHY 342 or CHE 342 may be taken for credit, not both. 3 lec.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in MAT 223   is required.
    Term Offered: Even fall semesters

  
  • PHY 348 - Thermodynamics Laboratory


    1 credits
    This laboratory course complements PHY 341 , thermodynamics.

    This course is cross-listed with CHE 348 . 1 cr. lab.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in PHY 341  is required.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis

  
  • PHY 349 - Quantum Mechanics Laboratory


    1 credits
    This laboratory course complements PHY 342 , quantum mechanics. 

    This course is cross-listed with CHE 349 . 1 cr. lab.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in PHY 342  is required.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis

  
  • PHY 440 - Statistical Mechanics


    3 credits
    This is an advanced course in the mechanics of large numbers of weakly interacting particles. Emphasis will be placed on Maxwell and Boltzmann’s work on the kinetic theory of gasses.

      3 cr. lab.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent (or previous) enrollment in PHY 341  and PHY 342  is required.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis

  
  • PHY 490 - Physics Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with department and college internship coordinator. See college internship guidelines.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • PHY 498 - Undergraduate Research


    Variable credits
    This course allows students of any level to engage in experimental research. It may be repeated for continuing research.
    Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval
    Term Offered: See department chair

Political Science

  
  • POL x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • POL x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • POL 110 - Introduction to American Government and Politics


    3 credits
    A survey of the underlying principles, structure, and major institutions of American national government. The course will examine the exercise of political power at the national level by examining such topics as political behavior, federalism, separation of power, the Bill of Rights, and tribal government.
     
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • POL 230 - Global Politics, Institutions, Ethics, and Law


    3 credits
    This course is designed to engage students in examining contemporary global issues. Four themes are focused upon: (1) global conflict and cooperation, (2) international institutions and law, (3) global political economy, and (4) global environmental and natural resource politics. The course itself will be taught primarily via a unique learning approach: simulations. Students will spend significant time during the semester engaged in a series of fictional simulation exercises that reflect the theories, issues, and foreign policy debates covered in class readings and presentations.
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • POL 290 - Politics and Governments of Developed and Developing Nations


    3 credits
    This seminar examines the political histories, governmental models, economic approaches, and contemporary policy debates within European, Asian, African, Middle Eastern, and Latin American countries and regions of the world. Countries examined include the United Kingdom, France, Germany, the European Union, Russia, China, Iran, Mexico, and Nigeria.
    Term Offered: Even fall semesters
  
  • POL 323 - Jurisprudence: What is Law


    3 credits
    What is law? What is the relationship between law and morality? What ends should the law serve? How are judges and justices to interpret the meaning of the law to particular cases? When, if ever, is it justified to disobey the law? These questions will be explored from various philosophical perspectives. These include natural law theory (Stoics, Thomas Aquinas, John Locke), command theory (John Austin), legal positivist theories (J.S. Mill, H.L.A. Hart, Oliver Wendell Holmes), and legal interpretivist theory (Ronald Dworkin). Emphasis is placed on reading from the original texts, applying the theories toward analyzing actual legal cases and public policies, as well as developing one’s own logical positions on these questions. All of this is accomplished within a Christian worldview.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • POL 330 - Political Ideologies


    3 credits
    Students examine the core ideas that define various political ideologies and political movements in the world today. Emphasis is placed on reading from the original texts and related political figures who shaped the historical development of the ideological perspectives. All of this is accomplished within a Christian worldview.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
    Term Offered: Even fall semesters
  
  • POL 355 - Congress and the Presidency


    3 credits
    A detailed examination of the legislative and executive branches of U.S. federal government. Students will also be introduced to the various stages of public policy-making analysis, as well as contemporary public policy issues at the national level.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
    Term Offered: Odd fall semesters
  
  • POL 370 - American Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights


    3 credits
    Students will examine major historical and contemporary Supreme Court cases with an emphasis on legal issues related to American’s civil liberties and civil rights. Students will develop legal reasoning skills and prepare written legal opinion “case briefs”.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • POL 385 - Administrative Law and the Federal Regulatory Process


    3 credits
    This course focuses on constitutional issues as it pertains to the federal government’s executive departments and agencies authority to regulate various aspects of American citizens’ lives. This includes such areas as business, healthcare, education, transportation, energy, and the environment among others.  Students will examine major historical and contemporary Supreme Court cases on administrative law themes, develop legal reasoning skills, and prepare written legal opinion “case briefs”.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
    Term Offered: Odd fall semesters
  
  • POL 390 - Central Europe: Berlin and Vienna International Travel Course


    3 credits
    Students will participate in a twelve-day international travel course to the central European capitals of Berlin and Vienna. Students will learn “first-hand” about the history, culture, politics, and economy of Austria, Germany, and the European Union. Students will visit Schönbrunn Palace, Sanssoucci Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Ringstrasse, the WWII Holocaust Memorial, the Berlin Wall, Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp, the former Reichstag and current German federal parliament building, the Viennese homes of Mozart and Beethoven, Berlin’s 1936 Olympic Stadium, and the former East Berlin districts among many other sites. The itinerary may also include possible day trips to Prague or Budapest.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • POL 400 - Politics and Law Senior Thesis


    3 credits
    Under the supervision of program faculty, Politics and Law majors will defend a major thesis project that focuses on a contemporary domestic or global political issue or public policy concern. The formal design and application of social scientific research methods will be incorporated toward this end. Public presentation of the research thesis is required at the end of the semester. Required of all Politics and Law majors.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • POL 490 - Political Science Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with department and college internship coordinator. See college internship guidelines.
    Term Offered: See department chair

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  • PSY x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • PSY x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the instructor.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology


    3 credits
    This course introduces the science of psychology by surveying key fields such as human development, learning, memory, intelligence, motivation and emotions, personality, abnormality, social interactions, and ethics. Students explore foundations of psychology seen in philosophy, theory, biology, and culture. They also investigate the many ways psychological research can be applied to every day life. Additionally, class discussion focuses on the relationship between psychology and Christian beliefs. Students are also introduced to the scientific writing style of the American Psychological Association (APA).
    Term Offered: Fall and Spring semesters
  
  • PSY 120 - Human Growth and Development


    3 credits
    This course provides an introduction to the study of the physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development of the individual from conception to old age. The course surveys the theory, concepts, and research in the field of human development. Additionally, class discussion focuses on the relationship between psychology and Christian beliefs. Students are also introduced to the scientific writing style of the American Psychological Association (APA).
    Term Offered: Fall and Spring semesters
  
  • PSY 130 - Psychology of Health and Adjustment


    3 credits
    The course provides a Christ-centered study of the concepts, theories, principles, and applications that contribute to the intersection of health psychology and human adjustment within the context of the biopsychosocial model. Emphasis is placed on Christian application of these principles to situations that might occur during college life, during personal and social experiences, and at work or in one’s career.
    Term Offered: J-term only
  
  • PSY 230 - Child Abnormal


    3 credits
    This course provides an overview of the nature and origin of cognitive, affective, and behavioral problems in children. It traces philosophical, biological, psychological, and cultural views of abnormalities which have contributed to science-based descriptions of current disorders. Influences on abnormalities, including biology, development, social factors, attachment, parenting, and temperament are investigated along with therapy, medication, and other ethical, science-based techniques methodologies that alleviate abnormalities. Critical thinking skills using Christian doctrine and scientific methodology are integrated to evaluate information. The course also focuses on applying scientific research and writing skills to develop special topics in this field.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 101  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PSY 250 - Introduction to Learning and Memory


    3 credits
    This course provides a historical survey of the psychological theories of learning and memory. This course reviews philisophical views of learning and applies those perspectives to more contemporary approaches to learning. Special emphasis is placed on behaviorism. Cognitivism and constructivism are also addressed. Contemporary learning theory is discussed along with information processing theories and memory systems.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 101  or PSY 120  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • PSY 255 - Applied Behavior Analysis


    2 credits
    This course focuses on the basic principles, procedures and the underlying philosophy of Applied Behavior Analysis; on identification of factors that contribute to behavioral problems and improved performance; and on procedures that minimize behavioral problems, improve performance, teach new behaviors, and increase probability of behaviors occurring under appropriate circumstances.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • PSY 260 - Personality Theories


    3 credits
    This course is an introduction to personality theory. Eight major schools of thought are considered, including 1) psychoanalytic, 2) neo-analytic and ego, 3) biological, 4) behaviorist and learning, 5) cognitive and social-cognitive, 6) trait and skill, 7) humanistic and existential, and 8) person-situation interactioinist. Ther course includes particular emphasis on the purpose, problems, and application of personality theory to human behavior, and considers each theory from a Christian perspective.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 101  
    Term Offered: Fall and Spring semesters
  
  • PSY 285 - Physiological Psychology


    3 credits
    The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the physiological basis of behavior. Topics of discussion will include the structure and function of the neryous system at both a cellular and system level, the physiological bases of the senses, leaming and memory, addiction, and hormones and behavior. Upon completion of the course, students will have a solid foundation regarding the biological bases of behavior upon which to build in more advanced courses of study.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 BIO 225  highly encouraged, but not required.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • PSY 300 - Abnormal Psychology


    3 credits
    This course provides a scientific study of psychological disorders and integrates principles of Christian doctrine to evaluate this area of psychology. Philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of abnormality are addressed along with definitions of particular disorders and contributing factors such as biology, stress, and social and psychological influences. The course also addresses therapy, medication, and other methods identified through research as effective measures in alleviating these disorders. A final aspect of this course focuses on applying scientific research and writing to develop professional skills for describing disorders and explore interest areas in abnormal psychology.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 101  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • PSY 305 - Drugs and Society


    3 credits
    This course provides introduces the basic issues surrounding substance use and abuse addressing both legal and illicit drugs. Grounded in Scripture, students are introduced to the theory and research related to the biopsychosocial perspective explaining substance use in contemporary society, including a historical perspective, drug metabolism, drug action/classification, legal issues, reasons for abuse, and drug abuse prevention strategies.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 101  
    Term Offered: Fall and Spring semesters
  
  • PSY 310 - Psychological Counseling


    3 credits
    This course provides a scientific study of psychological disorders and therapies in different populations while integrating principles of Christian doctrine. Philisophical, biological, psychological, and cultural foundations of abnormality are evaluated along with therapy, medication, and other methods identified through research as ethical, evidence-based techniques for alleviating these disorders. A final aspect of this course focuses on applying scientific research and writing skills to explore interest areas counseling psychology.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 101  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • PSY 315 - Psychological Research Methods


    4 credits
    This course introduces the principles of descriptive, correlational and quasi-experimental, as well as experimental research designs. Students are required to propose, conduct, and report a research study according to American Psychological Association (APA) ethical standards and requirements with particular emphasis on the Method section of the report.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 101  with a grade of C or better
    Term Offered: Fall and Spring semesters
  
  • PSY 321 - Child Development


    3 credits
    This course focuses on the scientific research and theory related to socio-emotional development of the infant and child including areas of the history of the child developmental theory, attachment, temperament, self, peers, friendship, and linguistic development. Special emphasis is placed on the psychological theories supporting child development research. Students are expected to read original readings and participate as well as reflect on numerous field activities observing children.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 120  and PSY 315  
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • PSY 324 - Adult Development


    3 credits
    This course provides an overview of adult psychological, physical and emotional development from the ages of 21 to death. Special emphasis is placed on the aging process and gerontological research. Students are required to participate in field experiences designed to assist them in reflecting on the biological, psychological, social, and cultural influences on aging.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 120  and PSY 315  
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • PSY 350 - Memory and Cognition


    3 credits
    A systematic survey of the methods and research of cognitive psychology and memory processes. The course includes current research and theory in such topics as attention, working memory, long term memory, concept formulation, problem solving, and language.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250  and PSY 315  
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • PSY 390 - Social Psychology


    3 credits
    This course provides an introduction to the field of social psychology which emphasizes how people think about, influence, and relate to one another in a social world. It surveys topics such as attitudes, persuasion, discrimination, aggression, altruism, and group influences. Focal points involve history, thoery, scientific research and application of evidence-based knowledge for improving human condistions. Critical thinking, ethics, and Christian perspectives are also emphasized as students create and complete a specific research assignment using the American Psychological Association (APA) writing style.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 315  
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • PSY 395 - History and Systems of Psychology


    3 credits
    This course reviews world history and culture, philosophy, scientific knowledge, theology, and their influences on the development of the psychology field. Systems for investigating psychology and related areas such as perception, learning, neurobiology, social and developmental processes, motivation and personality are critically evaluated to allow synthesis of information, and the development of students’ personal view of psychology. Written work involves the American Psychological Association (APA) writing style, and oral presentations involving multimedia technology.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 315 , completion of major application procedures, and junior standing or consent of instructor.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PSY 400 - Perspective on Christian Counseling


    3 credits
    This course is designed to give students an overview of the philosophies and theologies. It also evaluates Christian counseling on the basis of Lutheran doctrine and the science of psychology. The application of Christianity in counseling will be observed in its history, its proponents, its opponents, its theology, and how all of these affect Lutheran Christians studying psychology. Finally, this course will provide examples of Christian counseling as it is carried out by Lutherans in real-life stituations.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 310  and PSY 315 
  
  • PSY 411 - Experimental Psychology


    4 credits
    This is an advanced course in the use of the scientific method in psychological research with special emphasis on experimental design and related statistics. The course focuses on the formulation of hypotheses, use of appropriate research design, and methods of statistical analysis of data. Students are required to propose a research study and prepare a complete scientific report according to American Psychological Association requirements.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 315  and MAT 117  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • PSY 430 - Advanced Adolescent Development


    4 credits
    This course provides a survey of the psychological theory and research in the area of adolescent development. This course focuses on the physical, psychological, cognitive, moral, and spiritual development of individuals between the ages of 10 and 21. Students are required to participate in field work and must run a research study designed to explore some aspect of adolescent development and report this study according to APA style.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 120  and PSY 411 .
  
  • PSY 470 - Psychological Testing


    4 credits
    This course introduces the nature of psychological measurement and principles of evaluation with special emphasis on test construction. The course also includes an analysis of commonly used psychological tests, the classification of tests, and standards of ethical conduct in using tests. Students are required to construct and empirically test a questionnaire or survey as well as critique a published test.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 411 
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • PSY 490 - Psychology Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the instructor.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
    Term Offered: Every semester
 

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