COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

 

ACCOUNTING (ACC)

Accounting majors acquire the skills to plane, implement and control managerial activities and financial operations within organizations.  They may go in to become professional Certified Public Accountants and go into business for themselves or work in a professional accounting firm.  Accounting is an essential business function.

ACC 101 Introduction to Accounting I (4 Credits)

Fundamentals needed by business students and potential accounting equation and its applications including the posting and summarization of accounting data, and the preparation of basic financial statements.  Emphasis is placed on the understanding of accounting data from the user’s point of view.  There is thus emphasis on analysis and in*9terpretation of accounting data and understanding the accounting concepts needed in making internal management decisions.

ACC 102 Introduction to Accounting II (4 Credits)

Fundamentals needed by business students and potential accounting majors to understand the accounting equation and its applications including the posting and summarization of accounting data and the preparation of basic financial statements.  Emphasis is placed on the understanding of accounting from the user’s point of view.  There is thus emphasis on analysis and interpretation of accounting data and understanding the accounting concepts needed in making internal management decisions.

ACC 200 Principles of Accounting (4 Credits)

The course is designed for accounting majors and other business students who require further training in accountancy.  The course builds upon the fundamental accounting principles given in ACCT 101 and 102 and gives students the necessary foundation to proceed to the intermediate level.  The course covers basic Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss accounts in depth.  It covers Partnerships and Corporation and introduces students to more advanced topics including students to more advanced topics including budgeting, cost, accounting, cash flows, etc.   Prerequisite: ACC 102

ACC 203 Intermediate Accounting I (4 Credits)

Application of accounting principles to financial statement preparation.  Emphasis on procedure and presentation; particular attention to cash, accounts receivable, and principles and concepts of inventory valuation.  Technique and theory of accounting principles as applied to consignments, income statement, types of interest, etc.; detailed analysis of each balance account.   Prerequisite: ACCT 102

 ACC 204 Intermediate Accounting II (4 Credits)

Application of accounting principles to financial statement preparation.  Emphasis on procedure and presentation; particular attention to cash, accounts receivable, and principles and concepts of inventory valuation.  Technique and theory of accounting principles as applied to consignments, income statements, types of interest, etc., detailed analysis of each balance account.   Prerequisite: ACC 102   Prerequisite: ACC 203

ACC 301 Cost Accounting (4 Credits)

Cost accounting treats accounting and managerial aspects in cost concepts including job order. Process cost systems, flexible budgets, joint by product costs, break even points, differential cost, etc.  Problems and practice projects are a basis for study.   Prerequisite: permission of Department Chair

ACC 305 Auditing (4 Credits)

Auditing treats principles, standards, and procedures.  Key subjects include auditing concepts, beginning an audit, audit programs, audit working papers, procedure applicable to assets, liabilities, and proprietorship accounts and includes closing the audit, post-audit considerations and preparation of the auditor’s report.   Prerequisite: permission of Department Chair

ACC 360 Co-op Experience I in Accounting (5 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of supervised work site experience for 12 weeks beginning the junior year.   Prerequisite: permission of the Department Chair.

ACCT 361 Co-op Experience II in Accounting (5 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of second term supervised work site experience for 12 weeks.   Prerequisite: permission of the Department Chair

ACC 401 Advanced Accounting I (4 Credits)

Advanced Accounting, I deal with branch accounting, mergers, and consolidation.   Prerequisite: ACC 204

ACC 402 Advanced Accounting (4 Credits)

Advanced Accounting II deals with partnerships, trusts, insurance, governmental accounting, and other advanced topics.   Prerequisite: ACC 401 or permission of Department Chair.

ACC 406 Governmental Accounting (4 Credits)

Concepts and procedures appropriate to accounting for activities or governmental and nonprofit units and institutions.  This is the capstone course.   Prerequisite: ACC 200 or permission of Department Chair.

ACC 411 International Accounting and Taxation (4 Credits)

Focuses on international problems and injects broadest possible perspective into the application of accounting thought.  Covers concepts such as replacement values in accounts or most reasonable premise of financial statement consolidation for purposes of reporting to stockholders; differences in methods and procedures e.g., translation of foreign currency amounts and providing for depreciation.

ACC 415 Certified Public Accounting Review I (4 Credits)

A complete review of accounting theory and practice, business law, ethics, taxation, and auditing in preparation for taking the Uniform Examination for Certified Public Accountants.

ACC 416 Certified Public Accounting Review II (4 Credits)

A complete review of accounting theory and practice, business law, ethics, taxation, and auditing in preparation for taking the Uniform Examination for Certified Public Accountants.

ACC 436 Managerial Accounting (4 Credits)

Case studies and detailed techniques of cost accounting, internal auditing, and controllership.  The course provides understanding of important dimensions of management function of accounting.

ACC 460 Co-op Experience III in Accounting (5 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of third term supervised work site experience for 12 weeks.   Prerequisite:  By permission of the Department Chair

ACCT 461 Co-op Experience IV in Accounting (5 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of fourth term supervised work site experience for 12 weeks during the senior year.   Prerequisite: By permission of the Department Chair

ACC 480 Federal Taxation I (4 Credits)

Federal Taxation I treat principles and practice of federal tax with topics including gross income, itemized deductions, capital gains, and loses, net operating loss, carrying forward and back history of taxation, inception of law, credits, exemptions, tax research, and operation of tax forms.

ACC 481 Federal Taxation II (4 Credits)

Federal taxation deals with more involved problems of income determination, reorganization, partnership and specially taxed corporations, foreign taxes, Social Security, estate and gift taxes, and administrative procedures.

ACC 482 Federal Taxation III (4 Credits)

Federal Taxation III provides an in-depth understanding of a broad-spectrum federal income taxation and a review of tax procedures and law the Internal Revenue Service Special Enrollment Examination.  Useful as a refresher course in federal tax procedures for the tax practitioner.  Prerequisite: ACCT 480 or ACCT 481 can be taken first but both should be taken before ACT 482.

ACC 485 Computerized Accounting Information System (4 Credits)

Design, development of general and specialized accounting computerized information systems including the role of accounting information systems within business operating environments.  Prerequisite: ACC 200.

 APPLIED COMPUTING (ACO)

 ACO 101 Introduction to Computer Science (4 Credits)

Concepts of problem solving, structured and object-oriented programming in Java, fundamental algorithms, computer system concepts. Social and ethical responsibilities.

ACO 102 Object-Oriented Programming (4 Credits)

Object-oriented programming using introductory algorithms and data structures. Overview of concepts in computer science.

ANTHROPOLOGY (ANT)

Anthropology provides a scientific basis or dealing with the crucial dilemma of the world today: how can people of different appearance, mutually unintelligible languages, and dissimilar ways of life get along peaceably together?  Therefore, students are prepared to make objective decisions in basically any career field.

ANT 101 Introduction to Anthropology (5 Credits)

Exploration of a variety of current perspectives in anthropology are discussed in this course with a focus on those questions anthropologists ask in seeking to understand human experience and cultural variation.  The course aims to explore mankind in a multicultural ever-changing world.

ASTRONOMY (AST)

AST 101 Introduction to Astronomy with Lab (5 Credits)

An introduction to the universe with an emphasis on conceptual, as contrasted with mathematical comprehension. This course covers topics such as modern theories, observations; ideas concerning nature, the evolution of galaxies; quasars, stars, black holes, planets, and the solar system.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (BEH)

BEH 490 Behavioral Health Capstone (4 Credits)

The senior capstone represents the culmination of an AU student’s liberal arts education.  In the senior capstone experience, students will meet in small classes (10-12 students) with others from their academic discipline to synthesize and make connections between a) their disciplines; b) the courses they’ve taken, and c) their personal calling, within the context of the biblical worldview and God’s truth.   Prerequisite or simultaneous: senior status

BIBLICAL STUDIES (BIB)

BIB 100 Introduction to the Bible and Biblical Interpretation (4 Credits)

This course provides students with a general introduction to the Bible, its composition, its history, and its canonicity, as well as introducing them to the tools and process of biblical interpretation.

BIB 101 Biblical Interpretation (4 Credits)

A study of the literal-grammatical-historical method of interpreting the Bible.  This course enables students to determine what the Bible says, what it means by what it says, and how to apply it in their lives.  A “Study Tools” lab is integrated into the course.

BIB 103 Biblical Discipleship (4 Credits)

A study of the biblical pattern of Christian discipleship and its ramifications for a Christian personal ethic.  Emphasis is given to the imperative of imitating Christ.  The course also explores the implications of the individual’s life in corporate discipleship.

BIB 104 Genesis to Song of Solomon (4 Credits)

A survey of the books of Genesis to Song of Solomon in their historical, literary, and cultural context.  The course features the main teachings in each book and equips students with practical principles for Christian living.

BIB 105 Ancient Israel and its Literature (4 Credits)

This course provides an analysis of the Old Testament within the literary and theological context of the whole Bible.  It focuses on the theological, literary, and historical dimensions of the Old Testament text and story; draws theological connections to major themes and figures of the Old Testament and its biblical theological emphases; and makes application to modern Christianity, both corporate (church) and personal (spiritual growth).   Prerequisites: BIB 100 or BIB 101, 161

BIB 108 Prophets (4 Credits)

This survey places the prophets in their proper historical, literary, and cultural context and features the basic teachings of each prophet.

BIB 111 Foreknowledge, Free Will and the Sovereignty of God (4 Credits)

This course is a study of the dilemma of God’s sovereignty and man’s free will.  Previous solutions to the problem will be examined (Calvinism, Arminianism, and Open Theism).  A new solution will be proposed.

BIB 200 New Testament Survey (4 Credits)

This course provides the student with an overview of the New Testament.

BIB 205 Early Christianity and Its Literature (4 Credits)

A survey of the New Testament.  The entire New Testament is surveyed to focus on the redemptive movement of God from the life and ministry of Jesus and the Apostles through the Epistles and Revelation.  Life application is stressful.

BIB 207 Gospels (4 Credits)

This course offers an overview of the life of Christ through analytical study of the Four Gospels.   Prerequisite: BIB 101

BIB 208 Acts to Revelation (4 Credits)

A study of the origin and teachings of the church.  Special attention is given to Acts, especially Paul’s missionary journeys, Romans, the Corinthian letters, Hebrews, and eschatological issues in Thessalonians and Revelation.  Principles for contemporary living are stressed.

BIB 210 Ancient Near Eastern Contexts for the Old Testament (4 Credits)

An Introduction to the Ancient Near Eastern contexts for the Old Testament.  This course will address issues such as ancient mythology, various exile contexts, and an overview of contextual models relevant to Old Testament studies.

BIB 215 New Testament Theology (4 Credits)

This course introduces the theology of the New Testament, addressing especially issues of continuity and potential discontinuity.  Special consideration is given to the origins and development of significant doctrines within early Christianity including but not limited to the role of the law, Christology, soteriology, and eschatology.

BIB 221 The Relational God – A Study of the Divine Covenants (4 Credits)

This course provides an analysis of Scripture through the lens of one of its principal themes: The Divine Covenants.  The foundation of this class is biblical theology – the literary unfolding of this theme from Genesis to Revelation – while including the historical, cultural, theological, and personal contexts.  Systematic theological truths, apologetic tools, and hermeneutical principles will likewise feature in this course.  Students will be able to recognize how “The Divine Covenants” intersect with culture and their personal lives.   Prerequisite: This course should be taken conjointly with HUM 201

BIB 222 Image Bearers – Humanity’s Story (4 Credits)

This course provides an analysis of Scripture through the lens of one of its principal themes: Image Bearers – Humanity’s Story. The foundation of this class is biblical theology – the literary unfolding of this theme from Genesis to Revelation – while including the historical, cultural, theological, and personal contexts. Systematic theological truths, apologetic tools, and hermeneutical principles will likewise feature in this course.  Students will be able to recognize how “Image Bearers – Humanity’s Story” intersects with culture and their personal lives.   Prerequisite: This course should be taken conjointly with HUM 202

BIB 299 New and Trending Topics (4 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in biblical studies.  May be repeated for up to 8 credits. Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

BIB 300 Biblical Interpretation (4 Credits)

This course introduces students to the basic principles and skills of biblical interpretation, focusing on the understanding and application of Scripture to today’s world.

BIB 301 Systematic Theology I (4 Credits)

This course introduces students to the inerrancy and authority of the Scriptures.  Students will explore God’s triune nature and His Providence, followed by His work in creation, the nature of mankind, and the entrance and effect of sin in the world.  Students will then focus on the significance of angels, Satan, and demons.

BIB 302 Systematic Theology II (4 Credits)

Students will deepen their spiritual life as they study the nature of the Savior and His work in salvation.  They will then examine the Spirit in His present ministry in and through the Church as well as eschatological issues.

 BIB 303 Pentateuch (4 Credits)

An exposition of the first five books of the Bible.  The student will learn about the development of various covenants, characters, and events as well the Exodus from Egypt, the Mosaic covenant, and the institution of Levitical worship.

BIB 304 Theology (4 Credits)

This course introduces students to the study of theology.  Special focus will be given to the study of the Bible, God, the person and work of Jesus Christ, and salvation.  The course will also provide a brief introduction to the study of the Holy Spirit, the church, and end times.  Students will learn to discover theology in Scripture and apply the theology learned to everyday life.   Prerequisite: BIB 100 or BIB 101

BIB 305 Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther (4 Credits)

An exposition that emphasizes trials and successes of the Hebrew people as God re-establishes the nation of Israel.  Students will have the opportunity to interact with how God empowered various leaders throughout this study and will make personal application to their own life experience.

BIB 306 Wisdom and Poetic Literature (4 Credits)

An in-depth, practical analysis of Job, Psalms, and Proverbs.  The genre of Hebrew wisdom literature, in general, is examined.

BIB 307 Romans (4 Credits)

A thorough study of Paul’s letter to the church in Rome.  The course will emphasize current scholarly debate in Pauline theology.

BIB 308 Prison Epistles (4 Credits)

An examination of the books of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon with emphasis on the literary structure of each book and how the theological and practical dimensions of each book interrelate.  Special attention is given to the students’ devotional life through this study.

BIB 309 I Corinthians (4 Credits)

An investigation of this Pauline epistle.  Emphasis is given to the first-century church problems and solutions as well as to their contemporary implications.

BIB 310 II Corinthians (4 Credits)

An investigation of this Pauline epistle.  Emphasis is given to the first-century church problems and solutions as well as to their contemporary implications.

BIB 311 Acts of the Apostles (4 Credits)

A study of the early church against the Jewish and Greco/Roman backgrounds of the first century.  Particular attention is given to the uniqueness of the church, the transitional nature of the book, and the life of the apostle Paul.

BIB 313 Introduction to Islam and Sharia Law (4 Credits)

This course will introduce students to the theological and cultural study of Islamic history and religious expression.  Topics will include the emergence of Islam, the life of Muhammad, the teachings of the Qur’an, various Islamic sectarianism, the Islamic religious/sharia law, ethics, ritual practices, and the presence of 163 Islam in the contemporary world, with a focus on North America.  An exposure to some of the modern scholarly views regarding Islamic history and the Qur’an will be offered during the semester.

 BIB 314 God’s Sovereignty (4 Credits)

This course is a study of the dilemma of God’s sovereignty and man’s free will.  Previous solutions to the problem will be examined (Calvinism, Arminianism, and Open Theism). A new solution will be proposed.

BIB 315 Old Testament Theology (4 Credits)

This course introduces the theology of the Old Testament, addressing especially issues of continuity and potential discontinuity.  Special consideration is given to the origins and development of significant doctrines within early Christianity including but not limited to the role of the law, monotheism, soteriology, and eschatology.

BIB 316 Survey of Old Testament Ethics (4 Credits)

This course will focus on the theory and practice of ethical and moral decision-making based on the examination of key teachings in the Old Testament on ethical and moral guidance.  Special application will be made of the ethical and moral issues raised in modern (and Post-modern) life and practice.

BIB 320 Life and Teaching of Jesus (4 Credits)

A study of the Gospels focusing upon the life and ministry of Jesus Christ and His death and resurrection with a view toward applying His life-changing principles to one’s everyday life.

BIB 321 Dwelling in God’s Presence – A Sanctuary-Centered Reading (4 Credits)

This course provides an analysis of Scripture through the lens of one of its principal themes: Dwelling in God’s Presence.  The foundation of this class is biblical theology – the literary unfolding of this theme from Genesis to Revelation – while including the historical, cultural, theological, and personal contexts. Systematic theological truths, apologetic tools, and hermeneutical principles will likewise feature in this course.  Students will be able to recognize how “Dwelling in God’s Presence” intersects with culture and their personal lives.    Prerequisite: This course should be taken conjointly with HUM 301

BIB 322 The KING and His Kingdom (4 Credits)

This course provides an analysis of Scripture through the lens of one of its principal themes: The KING and His Kingdom.  The foundation of this class is biblical theology – the literary unfolding of this theme from Genesis to Revelation – while including the historical, cultural, theological, and personal contexts. Systematic theological truths, apologetic tools, and hermeneutical principles will likewise feature in this course.  Students will be able to recognize how “The KING and His Kingdom” intersects with culture and their personal lives.    Prerequisite: This course should be taken conjointly with HUM 302

BIB 325 Paul and Jesus (4 Credits)

This course introduces the cultural context, life, teachings and theology of the New Testament’s two most important figures, Paul and Jesus. It also introduces the student to the most recent domains of scholarship related to each figure.

BIB 326 Historical Theology (4 Credits)

Historical Theology is an academic discipline that analyzes how Christians understood various theological topics throughout Church history.  This course examines the development of these past Christian doctrines and seeks to apply them to the life of the Church today.

BIB 330 Life and Teaching of Paul (4 Credits)

A study of the letters written by the apostle Paul with special emphasis given to the examination and use of correct principles and procedures of interpretation.

BIB 336 The Greco-Roman Context of the New Testament (4 Credits)

This is an advanced biblical studies course, designed to provide the student with a foundational knowledge of the social, cultural, and historical contexts out of which early Christianity and its sacred literature emerged.  This goal is facilitated by detailed consideration of one of the two social matrixes that provided these contexts: Greco-Roman society (the other matrix is Hellenistic Judaism and is addressed in a complementary course). We find among early Christians a tendency to adopt and develop the basic content of their primitive 164 message from Judaism while using the literary and structural forms of the Greco-Roman world.  This course heavily focuses upon the latter, including especially detailed attention to primary sources.

BIB 340 Old Testament and Literature (4 Credits)

A study of the historical events recorded in the Old Testament will provide the basis for understanding the Prophets, Wisdom Literature, and the Psalms.  Emphasizes the contemporary relevance and application of the Old Testament.

BIB 350 Early Christian Creeds and Church Councils (4 Credits)

This course analyzes the classical orthodox beliefs of the church as disclosed through the historic creeds and the statements of the general councils of the first five centuries of the church.  Students will engage with what the early church believed—to define the faith once for all delivered to the saints—and how Christians articulated their theological beliefs through these creedal statements.

BIB 352 History of the Christian Church (4 Credits)

A historical survey of Church history from Pentecost to the present.  Emphasis given to leading personalities and movements within the Church.

BIB 360 The Bible and the Qur’an (4 Credits)

The Bible and the Qur’an are often compared to each other whenever Christians and Muslims are discussing faith matters.  They are typically compared in various ways, such as preservation of the text, formation of canon, theology, and any contradictions.  Without a doubt, there are many facets to the Bible vs. Quran debate on the differences, as well as similarities, between both of these books. However, the fundamental issue behind this scholarly debate is always concerned with this vital question: Which one of these two sacred books is the inspired Word of God?  The purpose of this course is to assist students in comparing and contrasting the Bible vs. the Qur’an through the utilization of a critical analysis approach by allowing for tensions between traditional and modern views.

BIB 399 Advanced Topics (4 Credits)

A detailed study of one or more advanced topics in biblical studies may be repeated for up to 8 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of the courses to be offered in the current academic year.

BIB 400 Apologetics (4 Credits)

Students will learn the practical art of defending the Christian faith.  Modern challenges to and arguments against biblical Christianity will be addressed.

BIB 401 Isaiah (4 Credits)

An in-depth analysis of the premier Old Testament prophet and his message.  This course emphasizes the Messianic influence throughout the Old Testament.

BIB 402 Introduction to Biblical Communication (4 Credits)

This course introduces the student to the skill of crafting messages for preaching and teaching that are faithful to the biblical text and relevant for the intended audience.  The course will focus on applying appropriate Bible interpretation methods to the text and crafting messages from the intent of the author that are focused on life transformation.  Special focus will be placed on expositional preaching and teaching.

BIB 403 Galatians and Thessalonians Epistles (4 Credits)

Galatians: A study of Paul and his teaching on salvation through faith and not by works of the Law.  Thessalonians: Continued study of Paul and his apocalyptic teaching.  Attention will be given to students’ character development in the light of Christ’s second coming.

BIB 404 The Epistle to the Hebrews (4 Credits)

A detailed investigation of the New Testament document that emphasizes the theme of Christ’s superiority.

BIB 405 Pastoral Epistles (4 Credits)

An analysis of Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus with special attention to the pastoral practices of early Christianity.

BIB 406 The Epistles of Peter and Jude (4 Credits)

An exposition that interrelates the practical and theological teachings of these books while emphasizing suffering and perseverance in the face of evil and persecution.

BIB 407 The Epistle of James (4 Credits)

A verse-by-verse examination of James.  Biblical and theological tensions are examined as students are exposed to the issues surrounding the relationship between faith and works.

BIB 408 Daniel/Revelation (4 Credits)

A study of the major apocalyptic books of the Old and New Testaments that provide students with an awareness of God’s prophetic program.  Major themes of study include prophecy, covenant fulfillment, history, and Christ’s return.

BIB 409 John’s Epistles (4 Credits)

An exposition and devotional study of John’s three epistles.  Special emphasis is given to the spiritual development of the student as each letter is examined.

BIB 410 World Religions (4 Credits)

This course examines the major world religions and ideologies in order to understand their principal doctrines and practices and the subsequent implications for Christian witness. Special attention is given to folk religion (Animism), Islam, Hinduism/New Age, Secularism, and Mormonism.

 BIB 411 1-2 Peter (4 Credits)

The First and Second Letters of Peter inform our identity as Christians.  They teach us what it means to be the new people of God and to live in light of the revelation passed on to us by the apostles.  This course will equip students with the necessary tools for teaching and preaching from these important New Testament letters. In addition to surveying the major content of the letters, we will tackle interpretive problems and implement in-class and out-of-class exercises that will ensure that students leave the course with a firm grasp of the major backgrounds, themes, intentions, structure, theology and key verses for these two letters.

BIB 424 Current Issues in Theology (4 Credits)

Study of biblical doctrines such as God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, man, sin and salvation.  Themes will be examined with a focus on New Testament literature.

BIB 425 Senior Thesis (4 Credits)

This course is designed as a research-based independent study—the writing culmination of the student’s degree.  The course will utilize the entirety of the student’s training to produce a publication-quality research project.  It is designed with several meetings with the student’s advisor throughout the semester to ensure that the student is on track with his or her research.

BIB 428 New Testament Theology (4 Credits)

Introduces the theology of the New Testament, addressing especially issues of continuity and potential discontinuity.  Special consideration is given to the origins and development of significant doctrines within early Christianity including but not limited to the role of the law, Christology, soteriology, and eschatology.

BIB 430 Christ and Culture (4 Credits)

An examination of cultural and philosophical forces challenging the Christian faith and worldview in today’s Western contemporary society and a discussion of Christian responses to these challenges.

BIB 476 Theology of Wealth and Poverty (4 Credits)

What does the Bible teach concerning wealth & poverty?  How are we directed by the bible to handle wealth and poverty?  What are our biblical responsibilities towards the poor?  How did Jesus model such teaching to His followers?  How did the early church deal with this important topic of wealth & poverty?  What is the biblical view on capitalism, socialism, or other similar financial systems?  These fundamental questions have been dealt with by Christians for the last two millenniums.  The purpose of this course is to explore and survey the biblical teachings on these vital topics and their relevance to our current age of affluence.

BIB 490 Biblical Studies Capstone (4 Credits)

The senior capstone represents the culmination of an AU student’s liberal arts education.  In the senior capstone experience, students will meet in small classes (10-12 students) with others from their academic discipline to synthesize and make connections between a) their disciplines; b) the courses they’ve taken, and c) their personal calling, within the context of the biblical worldview and God’s truth.

BIB 491 Advanced Greek Grammar & Linguistic I (4 Credits)

This course introduces the linguistic analysis of the Greek New Testament while also introducing an advanced discussion of grammatical analysis. Topics covered include but are not limited to discourse analysis, word order, clause structure, broader syntactic discussion, verbal aspect, case structure, and so on.   Prerequisite: GRK 412

BIB 492 Advanced Greek Grammar & Linguistics (4 Credits)

This course provides instruction in the application of linguistic analysis to the Greek New Testament while also introducing an advanced discussion of grammatical analysis.  Whereas BIB 491 focused upon theoretical frameworks, this course focuses on the application of these frameworks.  Topics covered include but are not limited to discourse analysis, word order, clause structure, broader syntactic discussion, verbal aspect, case structure, and so on.

BIB 491 The Hellenistic Jewish Context of the New Testament (4 Credits)

The course is designed to provide the student with a foundational knowledge of the social, cultural, and historical contexts out of which early Christianity and its sacred literature emerged.  This goal is facilitated by detailed consideration of the two social matrixes that provided these contexts: Jewish and Greco-Roman society.  We find among early Christians a tendency to adopt and develop the basic content of their primitive message from Judaism while using the literary and structural forms of the Greco-Roman world.

BIB 494 Biblical Greek Literature (4 Credits)

This course provides the student with continued education in Greek study, in this case with biblical Greek.  Students will be challenged in their text-critical skills, translation skills, and exegetical skills as they seek to transcribe, translate and exegete various texts.  BIB 495 Extra-Biblical Greek Literature This course provides the student with continued education in Greek study, in this case with extra-biblical Greek.  The student will be challenged in their text-critical skills, translation skills, and exegetical skills as they seek to transcribe, translate and exegete the Sinaiticus Greek text of Judith.

BIB 497 Internship (7 Credits)

A practicum in which the student selects a project, secures approval, outlines objectives and procedures, and implements the plan under the guidance of an instructor and a field supervisor.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 credits of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester. May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Internship fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

 BIB 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a biblical or theological topic or book of the Bible under the guidance of an instructor.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required. Supplemental fees: Independent Study/Research fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

BIB 499 Advanced Topics (6 Credits)

A detailed study of one or more advanced topics in biblical studies may be repeated for up to 12 credits.  Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

BIOLOGY (BIO)

BIO 100 Survey of Biological Science w/ Lab (5 Credits)

An introduction to the major concepts and principles of biological science.  Topics include the philosophy of science, the scientific method, the metric system, cell biology, zoology, botany, and ecology.   Lab fee required.

BIO 181 General Biology I w/ Lab (5 Credits)

An introduction to the structure and function of living things at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels.  Recommended for pre-professional students. For those seeking careers in the health professions or graduate school, the course provides an outstanding perspective and foundation.  This course is designed for biology majors and will proceed at an intense pace.  Field trips may be required at the student’s expense.   Prerequisite: One year of high school biology and chemistry or the equivalent is required or the permission of the instructor. Students are advised not to enroll in this course without these prerequisites and adequate preparation. Lab fee required.

 

BIO 182 General Biology II w/ Lab (5 Credits)

The second course of a two-semester survey of living things.  A thematic introduction to plants and animals with emphasis on their distribution, adaptation, behavior, and ecology.  Recommended for pre-professional students.  Principles of the scientific method are explored.  Field trips may be required at the student’s expense.  Lab fee required.   Prerequisite: BIO 181 – Lab fee required

BIO 200 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology w/ Lab (5 Credits)

This course is designed to provide a foundation in anatomy and physiology as they relate to movement and physical fitness for students pursuing degrees in specific related health fields.  It covers general organization and components of the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, and digestive systems as well as the physiological processes related to them.  It will specifically address the interactions between the body systems as they relate to movement and energy.  Connections between health and inactivity will also be explored.  This class is taught with a biblical worldview touching on the essential questions such as, “What is truth?” “What is beauty?” “What is justice?” and “What is goodness?”   Lab fee required

BIO 220 Introduction to Sports Medicine w/ Lab (5 Credits)

This course is an introduction to athletic training and sports medicine.  It is intended for those looking to progress into a degree in athletic training or another sports medicine related field.   Lab fee required

BIO 250 Exercise Physiology w/ Lab (5 Credits)

A study of the physiology of human performance during exercise, including cellular and systemic responses, environmental, and training program considerations.   Lab fee required

BIO 299 New and Trending Topics (4 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in biology studies.  May be repeated for up to 8 credits. Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

BIO 301 Human Anatomy and Physiology I w/ Lab (5 Credits)

The first course of a two-semester sequence that introduces students to the structure and function of the human body.  Topics presented include a general study of cell and tissue function and of the integumentary, nervous, and musculoskeletal systems.   Prerequisite: BIO 182 or one year of high school biology and chemistry or the equivalent or the permission of the instructor.  Students are advised not to enroll in this course without these prerequisites and adequate preparation.  Lab fee required.

BIO 302 Human Anatomy and Physiology II w/ Lab (5 Credits)

Continuation of a survey of the structure and function of the human body.  Topics of coverage include the endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, and urogenital systems, and the body’s homeostatic 168 control mechanisms.   Prerequisite: BIO 301 or the permission of the instructor.  Students are advised not to enroll in this course without these prerequisites and adequate preparation.   Lab fee required.

BIO 310 Molecular & Cellular Biology w/ Lab (5 Credits)

Designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the function of eukaryotic cells at the molecular level.  Topics of coverage include transcription, translation, and regulation of gene expression; DNA replication; and regulation of cell growth, proliferation, and differentiation; as well as the molecular tools available to investigate these aspects of biology.   Prerequisites: BIO 182, CHM 236. Lab fee required.

BIO 320 Microbiology w/ Lab (5 Credits)

A survey lecture and laboratory course designed to acquaint the student with a general overview of the microbial world.  Students will have the opportunity to study a series of basic concepts within the field of microbiology.   Prerequisite: BIO 182. Lab fee required.

BIO 324 Biotechnology (4 Credits)

Introduction to biotechnology and related laboratory techniques.  Students are expected to be able to describe and apply the basic principles presented in the text and based on reviews of current literature.  This course is an invaluable resource for biomedical science students, health professionals, and graduate students in biology and medicine.   Prerequisites: BIO 182, CHM 152.   Students are advised not to enroll in this course without these prerequisites and adequate preparation.

BIO 330 Undergraduate Library Research (4 Credits)

Introduction to library research and to biological sciences literature.  Topics are assigned and supervised by faculty members.   Prerequisite: Instructor approval.

BIO 341 Human Genetics (4 Credits)

An introduction to human genetics and the fundamental principles of inheritance.  Selected human genetic disorders will be discussed with reference to reviews of current literature.   Prerequisites: BIO 182

BIO 345 Fundamentals of Ecology w/ Lab (5 Credits)

An introduction to fundamental concepts within the field of ecology.  Emphasizes stewardship of resources from a Christian perspective. Field trips may be required at the student’s expense.   Prerequisites: BIO 182. Lab fee required.

BIO 356 Nutrition and Wellness (4 Credits)

This course examines the impact of nutrition, exercise, and wellness in both healthy and debilitated patient populations.  Students gain exposure to various teaching and diagnostic tools that aid in assessing wellness.   Prerequisites: BIO 100 or BIO 181.

BIO 385 Creation Apologetics (4 Credits)

A one-semester survey of origins.  The worldview espoused here uses the exegetical process of starting with Scripture as the basis for interpreting science.  Investigating the presuppositions used by both biblical creationists and evolutionists will lay bare the reality that both worldviews are faith-based systems of belief.

BIO 388 Biochemistry (4 Credits)

This one semester survey of biochemistry covers the molecular design of life, transducing and storing energy, and synthesis of the molecules of life.

Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” in CHM 236.

BIO 399 Advanced Topics (4 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in biology.  May be repeated for up to 8 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of the courses to be offered in the current academic year.

BIO 410 Bioinformatics (4 Credits)

This course introduces fundamentals of programming for bioinformatics using the high-level object-oriented language Python.  The first week covers core data types, syntax, and functional programming, focusing on the construction of programs from small, testable parts.  Students will learn productive algorithms that are particularly useful in bioinformatics.  The course will cover object-oriented programming, introduce the analysis of algorithms and sequencing alignment methods, and introduce tools that are particularly useful in bioinformatics analysis such as Bio Python and web services in bioinformatics.

BIO 476 Kinesiology (4 Credits)

Basic biomechanical concepts of the musculoskeletal system are addressed in this course and their application to normal movement and physical fitness.   Prerequisites: BIO 100 or BIO 181

BIO 483 Pathophysiology (4 Credits)

This course covers basic concepts related to abnormal function and change in various organ systems in the face of disease.  Effects of disease and other pathological agents are of primary concern, rather than the biology of the agents themselves.  Common diseases and disorders are covered, and emphasis is given to cardiovascular, pulmonary, hepatic, renal and reproductive systems.   Prerequisites: BIO 302, CHM 235. Also, BIO 301 or BIO 388 are recommended before taking this course.

BIO 490 Biology Capstone (5 Credits)

The senior capstone represents the culmination of an AU student’s liberal arts education.  In the senior capstone experience, students will meet in small classes (10-12 students) with others from their academic discipline to synthesize and make connections between a) their disciplines; b) the courses they’ve taken, and c) their personal calling, within the context of the biblical worldview and God’s truth.

BIO 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in biology through participation in professional experiences within government, business, or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 hours of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  May be repeated for up to 12 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Internship fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

BIO 498 Research (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in biology under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 12 credits.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required. Supplemental fees: Independent study/research fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge)

BIO 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in biology.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year. Business Administration

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (BMT)

Business Management majors study management from a broad and comprehensive perspective.  They are prepared for leadership positions in business, government, and nonprofit organizations,

BMT 201 Principles of Organizational Management (4 Credits)

Introduction to the basic functions of management in task-oriented organizations.  Functions of production, marketing, finance, and personnel are explored, along with staff services and social responsibility.  Impact of the contemporary setting on organizational structure and responses.

BMT 224 Management Science (4 Credits)

Introduction to business use of operations research with stress on such quantitative decision-making concepts as linear programming, simulation, and modeling.  Students participate in computer based managerial simulation, providing for decision making in the areas of accounting, finance, and banking, marketing, production, personnel, and general management.   Prerequisite: MAT 101, MAT 102, MGM 201

BMT 301 Business Personnel Administration (4 Credits)

Problems and issues in personnel administrations, organizations, and tasks of the personnel office; line management responsibilities in selecting, placing, developing, training, and appraising personnel.  Review of position classification and labor relations.   Prerequisites: MGMT 201.

BMT 302 Systems Design Installation (4 Credits)

Practical working knowledge of analytical tools and methods used by modern managers to organize successfully and to operate new organization.  How to improve performance of existing organizational elements by identifying, evaluating, and correcting procedural deficiencies.   Prerequisites: BMT 201, BMT 202

BMT 303 Business Law for Managers (4 Credits)

This course considers topics of agency, employment, partnerships, corporations, joint ventures, and estates and trusts.  It provides instruction and practice in comparing law in different local jurisdictions, and in drafting business documents.

BMT 360 Co-op Experience I in Management Marketing (5 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of supervised work site experience for 12 weeks beginning the junior year.   Prerequisite: permission of the Department Chair

BMT 361 Co-op Experience II in Management/Marketing (5 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of second term supervised work site experience for 12 weeks.   Prerequisite: permission of the Department Chair

BMT 401 Social, Political and Legal Environment of Business (4 Credits)

The impact of the American social, political, and legal systems on business and on the developments of regulations.  Anti-trust, consumer, and environmental regulations.  International implications of national policies and practices toward business.   Prerequisite: BMT 201

BMT 402 Small Business Seminar (4 Credits)

How to start and manage your own business.  Discusses types and locations of business; legal organization; accounting and taxes; obtaining capital; controlling inventory; setting prices; staffing; insurance franchising; and cost and sources for specialized assistance.   Prerequisite: BMT 201

 NOTE:  Credit will be given for either BMT 402 or ENT 215, not both courses

BMT 403 Administrative Theory and Practice (4 Credits)

Management theory, concepts, and practices; manager’s responsibilities and vital relationships.   Prerequisites: BMT 301

BMT 404 International Management (4 Credits)

Characteristics of foreign countries and their potential impact on business decision-making including role of government, international agreements, international trade, cultures, and regional differences   Prerequisites: BMT 401

BMT 406 Business Policy (4 Credits)

This is the capstone course in management and should be taken in the last term of the undergraduate program.  It provides a synthesis of previous course material within the program.  It is operated a seminar and individual and group projects that demonstrate managerial competencies are a major portion of the course.  A major thrust of the course is the application of concepts learned in the classroom to real world problems.

BMT 460 Co-op Experience III in Management/Marketing (5 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of third term supervised work site experience for 12 weeks during the senior year.   Prerequisite: permission of the Department Chair

BMT 461 Co-op Experience IV in Management/Marketing (5 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of fourth term supervised work site experience for 12 weeks during the senior year.   Prerequisite: permission of the Department Chair

BMT 470 Special Topics in Business Management (4 Credits)

This seminar provides an opportunity for the student to become familiar with contemporary opportunities within the broad field of management.  The topics covered during each offering of the course will depend upon current trends in management.  This course is available only to seniors.   Students may take this course in place of a non-core course requirement with the approval of the Department Chair.

BMT 480 Directed Research (6 Credits)

Permits the student to develop and present for credit an individual project of special interest within the academic disciplines of management or marketing.  The format and content of the project must be approved by the course instructor.  The general criteria for a project are relevancy to current issues in this field, originality of subject area, and intellectual significance.  This option is available only once during the student’s program of study.   Admission to this course requires the approval of the Department Chair.

BUSINESS (BUS)

 BUS 101 Introduction to Business (4 Credits)

Introduction to Business is a complete introduction to business, demonstrating the cause-and-effect relationships between functional areas and operations in a competitive, interactive environment.  Students take over a simulated company with one product straddling two market segments. In each round, decisions are made in research and development, production, marketing, and finance.  Additional modules can be activated in human resources, total quality management and sustainability, and ethics.

BUS 299 New and Trending Topics (4 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in business studies.  May be repeated for up to 8 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.   Prerequisites: BUS 101, instructor approval.

BUS 301 Business Law (4 Credits)

An overview of the legal environment for businesses.  Topics include business contracts, agreements, and partnerships; government regulation; product liability and business negligence; security agreements and bankruptcy; and property, real estate, and tax law.   Prerequisites: BUS 101, ENG 101.

BUS 314 Theology of Wealth and Poverty (4 Credits)

What does the Bible teach concerning wealth and poverty?  How are we directed by the Bible to handle wealth and poverty?  What are our biblical responsibilities toward the poor?  How did Jesus model such teaching to his followers?  How did the early church deal with this important topic of wealth and poverty?  What is the biblical view on capitalism, socialism, or other similar financial systems?  These fundamental questions have been dealt with by Christians for the last two millenniums.  The purpose of this course is to explore and survey the biblical teachings on this vital topic and its relevance to our current age of affluence.   Prerequisite: BUS 101

BUS 320 Business Research and Analysis (4 Credits)

Examines basic business research methods and focuses on skills and knowledge needed to conduct business research projects, research design, sampling, data collection, and analysis.   Prerequisite: BUS 101, MAT 210.

BUS 331 Business Statistics Workshop (5 Credit)

This course examines the basic principles of statistics as applied to business situations and provides opportunities to develop basic quantitative, research, presentation, and critical analytical skills that will be useful to a successful manager.  Topics include quantitative and graphical descriptive techniques, data collection and sampling, probability distributions, estimation techniques, and basic inferential analysis.   Prerequisite: BUS 101.

BUS 341 Business Ethics (4 Credits)

Development and application of moral and ethical thinking to business situations and ethical dilemmas.  Special attention is given to the application of biblical principles to business practices and actions.   Prerequisite: BUS 101.

BUS 345 Communication Strategy in Business (4 Credits)

Communication Strategy in Business presents communication as essential to management strategy and as a key component to success in the business world.  Students will develop a foundation for designing effective messages, both written and oral, from concept to delivery.  The course also highlights elements of persuasive communication.   Prerequisite: BUS 101.

BUS 399 Advanced Topics (5 Credits)

A detailed study of one or more advanced topics in business administration.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.   Prerequisite: BUS 101

BUS 410 Business Practicum/Field Experience (6 Credits)

Application of foundational business knowledge and skills in a work-related setting.  Requires prior submission of an internship proposal and advisor approval.  Students may submit a proposal for a practicum of their own choosing.  Coursework will include at a minimum a written summary and evaluation of the experience.   Prerequisite: BUS 101

BUS 412 Theology of Business (4 Credits)

This course will prepare students for roles in both Christian ministry or workplace ministry by enabling them to develop a theological foundation for their ministries to people within marketplace activities and to think through at a deeper level the application of their faith to their working environment.  The course will further allow students to reflect biblically and theologically on workplace and related economic activities in the Bible.

Prerequisite: BUS 101.

BUS 449 Doing Business in an Islamic Culture (4 Credits)

The purpose of this advanced business course is to explore the theological, ethical issues involved in Business as Mission, specifically in a Muslim cultural context.  The student will read key texts and articles and will be exposed to additional material on the topic that explores Business as Mission in an 171 Islamic culture from a variety of viewpoints, interact with practitioners of Business as Mission, and conduct research on a specific aspect of Business as Mission.   Prerequisite: BUS 101.

BUS 460 Strategic Management (4 Credits)

An overview of the methods and models utilized in strategic planning and decision making, emphasizing the role of executive leadership.  The class will employ the case study method for strategic problem-solving.  The course content includes organizational analysis, executive leadership development, and strategic planning.  Prerequisites: Completion of all required business major core courses.

BUS 476 Theology of Wealth and Poverty (4 Credits)

How are we, as Christians, directed by the Bible to handle wealth and poverty?  What are our biblical responsibilities towards the poor?  How did Jesus model such teaching to His followers?  How did the early church deal with this important topic of wealth & poverty?  These fundamental questions have been dealt with by Christians for the last two millenniums.  The purpose of this course is to explore and survey the biblical teachings on this topic and its relevance to our current age of affluence.   Prerequisite: BUS 101.

BUS 490 Business Capstone (4 Credits)

The senior capstone represents the culmination of an AU student’s liberal arts education.  In the senior capstone experience, students will meet in small classes (10-12 students) with others from their academic discipline to synthesize and make connections between a) their disciplines; b) the courses they’ve taken, and c) their personal calling, within the context of the biblical worldview and God’s truth.   Prerequisite: BUS 101.

BUS 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to give students practical experience with a local business or organization, applying the foundational principles of business studies. Semester internships will be arranged by faculty members, or students may submit a proposal for an internship of their own choosing.  Coursework will include a written summary and evaluation of the experience.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 hours of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.

Prerequisite: BUS 101. Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Internship fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

BUS 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in business administration under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: BUS 101. Approval of the instructor and department chair is required. Supplemental fees: Independent study/research fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

BUS 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

A detailed study of one or more advanced topics in business administration.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: BUS 101. Advanced standing or instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION (CED)

 CED 299 New and Trending Topics (4 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in Christian education.  May be repeated for up to 8 credits. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.   Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required.

CED 301 Foundations of Christian Education (4 Credits)

A survey of the scope of Christian education to introduce the student to the breadth of this field and to provide the basic preparation for service in the program of the church.

CED 314 Organization and Administration of Christian Education (4 Credits)

The principles and procedures necessary to administer an effective Christian education program in the local church.  The student will be expected to conceptualize, implement, and evaluate a Christian education program in a local church.   Prerequisite: CED 301.

CED 399 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Christian education.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

CED 412 Principles of Teaching (4 Credits)

An examination of principles and methods basic to Christian teaching ministries.  Emphasis is given to procedures using various methods which contribute to effective teaching.

CED 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in Christian education through participation in professional experiences within churches, government, business, or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 credits of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Internship fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

CED 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in Christian education under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required. Supplemental fees: independent study/research fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

CED 499 Advanced Topics (5 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Christian education.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT (CHD)

A major in Child Development exposes you to all the details of a child’s growth, from birth to adolescence.  You’ll learn about children’s physical development, including their sensory and motor skills.  You’ll see how children progress socially.  The Child Development program, also, provides students with a comprehensive background in the theoretical and practical approaches to early childhood education within the context of children’s diverse cognitive, linguistic, physical, social, emotional, and cultural needs.

CHD 101 Introduction to Early Childhood (4 Credits)

This course provides a conceptual framework for examining roles and services in early childhood education.  Includes historical, social, philosophical, and ethical influences and emphasis current trends, issues, and practices.  Introduces techniques or observing children and the roles and responsibilities of the childcare worker.

CHD 102 Growth and Development of Children (4 Credits)

This course provides a conceptual framework for examining roles in early childhood education.  Includes historical, social, philosophical, and ethical influences and emphasizes current trends, issues, and practices in looking at the ages and stages of children and their development.

CHD 103 Special Needs and Development of Children (4 Credits)

This course provides a framework for using principles of developmentally appropriate practice to design effective learning programs for young children with special needs.  Focus will include children from birth to age 6 and their families.  Includes mainstreaming and inclusion strategies, curriculum planning observation, and problem solving and teamwork skills.

CHD 104 Curriculum and Instruction (4 Credits)

This course provides experience in selecting, preparing, and presenting learning activities.  Includes planning and implementing developmentally appropriate learning activities and curriculum, which adapts to the needs of the children.  To encourage children as active learners and provide an environment for key experiences.  This includes positive interaction with adults and family participation.

CHD 201 Cognitive Development and Application (4 Credits)

This is a study of how children develop and learn from conception to middle childhood.  Theory and research relating to the physical, social-personal, and cognitive development of children and the role of the family are emphasized.  Approaches will be provided for observing, recording, and interpreting the behavior of children who are developing normally and those with special needs.  The learning process is seen as an interaction between the goal-oriented actions of the learner and the environmental realities that affect those actions.  Children construct their own models of reality, which develop over time in response to new experiences and exposure to other viewpoints.

CHD 202 Infant and Child Health, Safety, and Nutrition (4 Credits)

This course provides a holistic approach to three topics: nutrition, health, and safety that are to provide the best environment for optimal growth and development of children.  Strategies for maintaining a healthy child environment are covered.  Indoor and outdoor safety topics are examined.  What is necessary to provide nutritional balance and vital exercise is addressed.  Throughout the course the interrelationship of these areas on the well-being of children is stressed.  Contextual influences of family; day-care, and culture are integrated at appropriate times throughout the course.  The course focuses throughout on development stages and sequences.

CHD 203 Child Development Classroom Management (4 Credits)

Introduction of the basic theories, techniques, and skills necessary to successfully manage groups of diverse children.  The study and application of effective individual and group management techniques based upon behavioral, cognitive, environmental, and developmental theories.  Special emphasis is placed on developing a supportive learning environment to promote self-esteem and self-control.  Study will include general operations of classroom to include planning and work assignments.

CHD 204 Multicultural Education (4 Credits)

Designed to introduce the theories and dynamics of the influence of culture on child development.  Ethnic, racial, and cultural diversity in education is explored.  A global perspective is encouraged and training in cultural skills, sensitivity, and responsiveness to different economic, social, racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds are promoted.

CHD 205 Professional Development (4 Credits)

This course is designed to help students gain knowledge about effective strategies for professional development within the early childhood, school age, and early intervention fields.  Specific topics include professional identity and roles, methods of collaborations to achieve individual and organizational change, current child and family policy issues, and leadership skills.  Students will demonstrate knowledge of these competency areas and the value of lifelong within one’s profession through action plans and portfolio development.

CHD 206 Child Development Practicum (4 Credits)

Students are assigned to Day Care, school, or Head Start centers that are exemplary and accredited to provide additional real life, real time experiences.  This exposure will enhance their academic studies and observations.  Students spend time under supervision, working with preschool or school-age children in school or daycare programs.

CHD 210 Special Topics in Child Development (4 Credits)

Series of seminars, the topics will vary and will cover developing concepts, theories and best practices, lab work and portfolio development, guided reading and discussions; observation and direct involvement in a childcare, school-age or early childhood educational facility.

CHD 212 Literature for Children (4 Credits)

Acquaints students with various forms of children’s literature.  Develop the ability to select quality books that are age appropriate.  Students will learn techniques for reading and telling stories.  Covers language development and activities ages 0-8.  To include preschool, school age and after school type programs.

CHD 214 Introduction to Education Technology (4 Credits)

This course introduces the topics of computers and related technology as this technology applies to education.  The focus is on modern technology as an important educational tool.  The role of the computer in the curriculum and technologies for improving instruction-using technology will be explored.

CHDE 301 Movement and Music for Children (4 Credits)

Activities related to the development of young children include gross motor, perceptual motor, and creative movement as well a activities that will stimulate rhythm, singing and listening skills.  To include following directions and memory development techniques.

CHD 302 School Age Child Care (4 Credits)

This course will focus on the development expectations and activities relating to the school age child in before and after school care.  Legal issues, community resources, parent involvement, nutrition, and health care.  Administrative procedures will be a part of the course including lesson planning and curriculum.

CHD 303 Principles of Preschool Education (4 Credits)

Methods and Materials for Infant and Toddler Care.  Acquaints prospective teachers or caregivers of infant and toddlers with way they play and learn at specific development levels; development of appropriate materials and activities for physical motor, social-emotional and cognitive development; emphasis on adult behaviors with enhance development and learning for infants and toddlers.

CHD 306 Creative Activities for Children (4 Credits)

Activity Programming-Recreational and creative activities as factors which change patterns of behavior in children.  Designed to introduce the student to a basic understanding of the benefits of play and recreation for school-age children.  Provide students with the basic skills to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for school-age children and adolescents.

CHD 307 Parent/Teacher Interactions (4 Credits)

This course will assist preschool and school-age teachers in developing skills that will help them effectively relate to peers.  Topics will include parent/child and parent/teacher communication techniques.  Additional units will include children’s fears, discipline, nutrition, parent meeting, group management, parent involvement, parent education and school and community resources.

CHD 308 Growth and Development of Children II (4 Credits)

This course will focus on the study of the characteristics of growth and development of young children ages three to eight.  Guided observations in a child development center as a basis for understanding children and oneself.   Prerequisite: CHD 102

CHD 309 Childhood Learning Models (4 Credits)

This course provides the theoretical and practical framework of how children.  Age-appropriate methods of teaching, process education through exposure to appropriate material and procedures, and hold-centered curriculum are emphasized.

CHD 310 Infant and Toddler Development (4 Credits)

Presents an in-depth review of the pattern of movement or change that begins at conceptions through birth, through infancy (1-12 months), and finally through toddler hood (12-24 months).  The course will identify and describe normative (most typical) stages and sequences of growth and development in the following areas: physical, motor, sensory, perceptual, emotional, personality, cognitive, language, an attachment.  What is known about parental and teaching practices that facilitate health growth and development in infants and toddlers will be addressed.

CHD 312 Activities for Special Individuals (4 Credits)

Students will study the development of the Exceptional Child- study of children whose development does not follow normal patterns, problems of identification, diagnosis, and potential assessment.  In addition, it will cover the background and current status of the field, an overview of the characteristics of normal versus at-risk and special needs population of infants and toddlers, preschool and school-age, a theoretical model an strategies of early intervention, including Individualized Family Service (IFS) planning and team building.   Prerequisite: CHD 103

CHD 313 Cognitive Activities for Children (4 Credits)

This course is a study of experiences with material, techniques, and resources for developing the young child’s awareness of science and pre-math concepts.  Study of young children’s thinking on the areas of mathematics and science.  Basic information about math and science concepts applying developmentally appropriate practices with young children will also be incorporated into the course.   Prerequisite: CHD 201

CHD 314 Stimulation of Learning (4 Credits)

A course dealing with the stimulation of observation and problem solving in the young child.  Material geared toward curriculum concerns and curriculum building for pre-school programs.

CHD 315 Equipment and Materials (4 Credits)

A survey course dealing with the elements of the preschool classroom and the outdoor play area for the preschool children.  Includes the relationship between program goals and the choice and arrangement of materials.

CHD 316 Play and The Young Child (4 Credits)

Designed to introduce the student to a basic understanding of the benefits of pay and recreation for school-age children.  Provide students with the basic skills to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for school-age children adolescents.

CHD 317 Child and Society (4 Credits)

Introduction to sociology of child development emphasizing role of the family, schools, and other social agents in the socialization process.  Topics include effects of television, divorce, and child abuse.  This course will help students to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with families within the context of the urban community to benefit the well-being of the growing child.   Prerequisite: CHD 105

CHD 318 Child Psychology (4 Credits)

Presents an overview of this scientific field which traces the growing child’s development from the embryonic stage into adolescence.  The course describes the many factors that affect children’s development, as well as how research go about identifying them.  The lectures and readings have a major developmental focus, addressing changes in behavior and abilities that occur as development proceeds.  The contextual influences of family, school, and culture are integrated into appropriate are throughout the course.  The course includes lectures, discussion, class teamwork and student preparation of topical papers and oral presentations and quizzes.

CHD 319 Social Development (4 Credits)

Students will learn to provide an atmosphere to help children enjoy playing, working, and dealing with problems children have in group situations. This course focuses on multicultural issues such as intercultural communication, dual socialization, cultural embeddedness, language proficiency, teaching practices and the influence of one’s one culture behavior.

CHD 322 Child Development Laboratory (5 Credits)

Students will have observation and experience in an approved childcare center.  Students will observe, participate, teach, and engage in extra-class activities with 3–5-year-old children or school-age.  Peer teaching and classroom field experience in approved site are included.

CHD 323 Curriculum Models (4 Credits)

Focus is on curriculum planning and content, as well as on materials and resources appropriate to the field.  Some attention is given to computer applications and to classroom diversity.  Students receive instruction in teaching strategies, models, and materials.  They produce lessons and materials and use them during extensive field experience in approved sites.

CHD 324 Assessment of Individual Children (4 Credits)

This course introduces child assessment materials and their use.  Student observation skills will be developed as well as assessment.  To include post assessment and lesson planning using IEP.

CHD 401 Administration in Child Care (4 Credits)

This course is designed to familiarize students with basic values, structure, organization, and programming of group care facilities that are required for childcare and early childhood programs.  The operations of the childcare facility include staff relations, budgeting, ordering, planning and evaluation of center operation and record keeping.   Prerequisite: CHD 203

CHD 402 Management of Child Care Centers (4 Credits)

Emphasis on method of organizing and operating childcare centers will be the major focus of this course.  Legal regulations, equipment selection, community relations, and resources and employment procedures will be discussed.

CHD 403 Planning and Scheduling Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Programs for Young Children (4 Credits)

Scheduling to meet the needs of children is a major focus in this course.  Students will learn how their scheduling can be tempered by weather, energy levels, emergencies, attention span and other variables.

CHDE 404 Introduction to The Exceptional Learner (4 Credits)

This course provides an understanding of the exceptional learner and of the rapidly changing field of special education.  Topics include special education categories and terminology, current issues and laws, alternative programs design for meeting exceptional needs (mainstreaming, integration, and inclusion), the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and assessment, school responsibilities, parent rights, the role of the regular teacher and the nature of exceptionalities, and instructional strategies for the exceptional learner.  Observation is required in appropriate school settings.

CHD 405 Supervision pf The Exceptional Child (5 Credits)

Techniques in handling and communicating with the deaf, blind, developmentally delayed, and physically handicapped child.  Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.   Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent enrollment in Child Development 205

CHD 406 Observation and Management of Child Behavior (5 Credit)

Theory and practice of techniques for observing and recording, child behavior leading to an understanding of the individual child and developmentally appropriate positive methods of guiding behavior.  Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

Prerequisite: Child Development 101 or consent of department chairperson

CHD 407 Principles and Practice of School-Age Programs (4 Credits)

For students currently employed or preparing to work in childcare settings.  Designed to introduce the student to the principles of developmentally appropriate practice in a school-age group setting.  The student will review the developmental stages of school-age children in the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive domains and apply these principles to the design and establishment of the physical environment, program scheduling, health and safety practices and group management.  Techniques for parental involvement will be included.  Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.   Prerequisite: Placement test and Grade C or better in Child Development

CHD 408 Administration and Supervision of Preschool Centers (5 Credits)

For those with experience as teachers or directors of nursery schools or day care centers who wish to improve their skills in administration and supervision.  Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

CHD 425 Child Development Internship (7 Credits)

This course places the student in an institution that matches his or her interest area, such as interning in a teaching or management capacity.  Thirty hours of clinical experience is required.  Supervised practical experience is the goal of the internship experience.   At least four class meetings are a required component of this course.  Consent of Program Coordinator is required.

CHEMISTRY (CHM)

CHM 151 General Chemistry I w/ Lab (5 Credits

A development of the fundamental principles of chemistry and their applications. Chemical nomenclature, stoichiometry, atomic structure, bonding theories, thermochemistry, periodic properties, solution calculations, gas laws, and the properties of solids and liquids are among the topics discussed.   Prerequisite: Completion of MAT 112 with a grade of “C” or higher, or appropriate mathematics testing score or permission of the instructor. One year of high school chemistry or equivalent is recommended.  Students are advised not to enroll in this course without these prerequisites and adequate preparation. Lab fee required.

CHM 152 General Chemistry II w/ Lab (5 Credits)

A continuation of the study of the principles of chemistry and their applications.  The topics covered include solution properties, acids and bases, ionic equations, oxidation-reduction, equilibrium, kinetics, descriptive chemistry of the elements, nuclear chemistry, and an introduction to organic chemistry.  Prerequisite: CHM 151. Lab fee required.

CHM 235 Organic Chemistry I w/ Lab (5 Credits)

The first-semester course for students needing a full year of organic chemistry.  Discusses the chemistry of saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons and their derivatives, syntheses, nomenclature, reactions, mechanisms, stereochemistry and uses.  Laboratory emphasizes the techniques associated with the synthesis, isolation, purification, and identification of organic compounds by physical properties, IR and NMR spectral analyses.

Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” in CHM 151 and CHM 152. Students are advised not to enroll in this course without these prerequisites and adequate preparation. Lab fee required.

CHM 236 Organic Chemistry II w/ Lab (5 Credits)

This course is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I. Discusses the spectroscopic, chemical, and physical properties and uses of organic compounds with emphasis on aromatics, aldehydes, ketones, acids, amines, and derivatives.  The course will also touch on carbohydrates, amino acids, and proteins.  Laboratory emphasizes analysis and synthesis of organic compounds.   Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” in CHM 235. Students are advised not to enroll in this course without these prerequisites and adequate preparation. Lab fee required.

CHM 299 New and Trending Topics (5 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in chemistry studies.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits.  Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

CHM 399 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in chemistry.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

CHM 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in chemistry through participation in professional experiences within churches, government, business, or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 credits of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required.  Internship fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

CHM 498 Research (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in chemistry under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required.  Supplemental fees: Independent study/research fee of 3200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

CHM 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in chemistry.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CJU)

The program offers undergraduate students the opportunity to prepare for careers in the criminal justice system, studies leading to law school or graduate school.  The program provides courses which reflect the core of the criminal justice discipline, such topics as law enforcement, the judicial process, juvenile justice, corrections, and criminal law are introduced.  Major components of the program are the directed research and internship courses.

CJU 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice (4 Credits)

This course introduces the field of study, criminal justice.  It is the foundation course; it includes history, theory, application and its impact of society and the individual.   Prerequisite: ENGL 101

CJU 201 Constitutional Law (4 Credits)

This course provides am analysis of the historical development of the constitution; the relationship of the states to the Bill of Rights; the effects of the due process clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, and the application of the Bill of Rights to the states are studied through an examination of major Supreme Court cases.   Prerequisite: ENGL 101 and CJU 101

CJU 203 Criminal Justice System (4 Credits)

This course provides an overview of the criminal justice system, its main elements and their functions.  It also examines the social, political, and cultural considerations that have influenced and shaped system functions and criminal justice institutions.   Prerequisite: ENGL 101 and CJU 101

CJU 205 Criminology (4 Credits)

This course provides a general survey of the nature and causes of crime and efforts of the criminal justice system to predict, prevent, modify, and correct behavior.  It also provides an analysis of the historical, social, legal and cultural conditions affecting the nature of crime and the responses of government and the public.   Prerequisite: ENGL 101 and CJU 101

CJU 27 History of Correctional Institutions (4 Credits)

The course traces the evolution of the corrections process, the philosophy of punishment and treatment, operations and administration and issues in the correctional process.  The course covers institutional and community-based corrections.   Prerequisites: ENGL 101 and CJU 201

CJU 209 Juvenile Justice (4 Credits)

The history and philosophy of juvenile behavior and the legal implications are examined in this course.  The course will also examine theories of delinquency and its scope as a social and individual problem, causation, law enforcement and the juvenile court.  The course will cover methods of control through corrections and prevention.   Prerequisites: ENGL 101 and CJU 101

CJU 210 Introduction to Crime and Punishment (4 Credits)

This course focuses on the history of crime and punishment and its importance in the development of the American political, economic, and social structures.   Prerequisites: ENG 101, CJU 101, and CJU 101

CJU 212 Criminal Law (4 Credits)

This course introduces substantive and procedural criminal law.  A selective introduction to criminal law, emphasizing leading cases, opinion, and scholarly writings which illustrate major facets of criminal law and practice are presented.   Prerequisites: ENG 101, CJU 101, and CJU 201

CJU 213 Introduction to Forensics (4 Credits)

This course introduces the problems and techniques of scientific criminal investigation.  Case illustrations drawn from crime laboratories throughout the United States will be used to emphasis the value of various scientific aids to investigators in the criminal justice arena.   Prerequisites: ENG 101, CJU 101, CJU 201, and CJU 205

CJU 215 Introduction to Public Security Issues (4 Credits)

This course will introduce students to security issues and the program and activities which have been developed to protect the public.   Prerequisite: CJU 205

CJU 293 Internship (4 Credits)

Supervised work placement in the student’s area of specialization.   Prerequisite: CJU 101 and CJU 201,212

CJU 301 Criminal Procedure (4 Credits)

This course focuses on the procedural requirements of the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendment to the United States constitution, through the study of leading Supreme Court cases.   Prerequisite: CJU 212

CJU 303 History and Development of Police Systems (4 Credits)

This course examines the philosophy of modern police systems in the United States; it includes a evaluation of the purpose of these organizations, their jurisdictions and methods of law enforcement.   Prerequisite: CJU 212

CJU 305 Administration of Criminal Justice (4 Credits)

This course presents the history and development of the principles of administration and organizational theory as they have been applied in the field of criminal justice.  It examines the organizational design, mission statements, staff roles and the relationship between administrative process and outcomes objectives in criminal justice agencies.   Prerequisite: CJU 212

CJU 307 Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice (4 Credits)

This course explores and analyzes ethical considerations in specific criminal justice arenas.  Ethical standards for criminal justice practitioners will be examined using case studies.   Prerequisite: CJUS 212

CJU 309 Sociology in Criminal Law (4 Credits)

This course begins with an examination of law as a social phenomenon, as an agency of social control; it will examine the phenomena of criminal deviance, how it is created and labeled through the process of definition and social sanction.  It will examine the problems related to domestic conflict and violence; abnormal sexual behavior; vice and the legal, sociological implications.   Prerequisite: CJU 212

CJU 311 Criminal Justice in America (4 Credits)

This course examines a variety of contemporary criminal justice issues.  Students will study the nature of the judicial process; appointments of judges; precedent ad legal reasoning; the basis for criminal and civil lawsuits; the role of the attorney; the judge; the public; the organization of state and federal courts; the Supreme Court; democracy and judicial review.   Prerequisite: CJU 212

CJU 313 Criminal Behavior (4 Credits)

This course will analyze criminal behavior and the various issues confronting the criminal justice system from a forensic and psychological perspective.  Students will be introduced to the relationship between the law with an emphasis on helping them to understand the various forms of criminal behavior.   Prerequisite: CJU 212and CJU 309

CJU 401 Comparative Criminal Justice (5 Credits)

This course provides a comparative analysis across nations of the incidence, trends, control, treatment, and prevention of crime within the framework of common criminological theories.  It will also explore forms of international cooperation in control of crime and as well some of the difficulties.

Prerequisite: CJU 212 and CJU 309

CJU 403 Forensic Anthropology (5 Credits)

This course introduces the methods and purpose of physical anthropology as applied in human identifications by law enforcement agencies.

Prerequisite; CJU 212 and CJU 309

 CJU 471 Internship (7 Credits)

This course provides students with supervised practical work experience in criminal justice.   Prerequisite: CJU 212

CHRISTIAN LIBERAL ARTS (CLA)

CLA 201 The Human Narrative I (4 Credits)

The humanities series explores human experience and the development of ideas throughout human history.  Themes of truth, beauty, justice, and goodness are examined considering local, global, and modern culture and analyzed from a biblical worldview perspective.  Topic areas will include the arts, philosophy, ethics, science, government, church, and the family.  HUM 201 covers the period of the beginning of civilization to the Birth of Christ.   Co-requisite: This course should be taken conjointly with BIB 221.

CLA 202 The Human Narrative II (4 Credits)

The humanities series explores human experience throughout history.  Themes of truth, beauty, justice, and goodness are examined considering local, global, and popular culture from a biblical worldview.  Topic areas will include the arts, philosophy, ethics, science, government, church, and the family. HUM 202 covers the period from the Birth of Christ (Year 0) to 1500.   Co-requisite: This course should be taken conjointly with BIB 222.

CLA 301 The Human Narrative III (4 Credits)

The humanities series explores human experience throughout history.  Themes of truth, beauty, justice, and goodness are examined considering local, global, and popular culture from a biblical worldview.  Topic areas will include the arts, philosophy, ethics, science, government, church, and the family. HUM 301 covers the period: 1500-1900.   Co-requisite: This course should be taken conjointly with BIB 321.

CLA 302 The Human Narrative IV (4 Credits)

The humanities series explores human experience throughout history.  Themes of truth, beauty, justice, and goodness are examined considering local, global, and popular culture from a biblical worldview.  Topic areas will include the arts, philosophy, ethics, science, government, church, and the family. HUM 302 covers the time: 1900 to present.   Co-requisite: This course should be taken conjointly with BIB 322.

CLA 100 Strategies for Success (4 Credit)

This course involves communication from all departments, including Admissions, Business Office, Student Development, Academic Center, and Academic Division.  Each department informs students of their responsibility to become successful at Asher University.

CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES (CMI)

CMI 102 Intercultural Studies (4 Credits)

An introductory course that examines the biblical basis for missions and evangelism, and surveys the practices and procedures used.  Includes the study of communication of the gospel cross-culturally and methods of discipling new believers.

CMI 299 New and Trending Topics (5 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in Christian ministries studies.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits.  Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

CMI 300 Foundation of Women’s Ministry (4 Credits)

This course discusses the history, philosophy, and strategy of women’s ministry.  The student will research women’s issues and how to minister in a way that this culture can relate to.

CMI 301 Pathways to Global Ministries (4 Credits)

This class combines the insights of missiologists, strategists and field workers from all over the world to provide a vision of what God is doing to reach all cultures with the gospel.  With the use of missionary speakers, compelling case studies and relevant world connections, the students will explore their vital role in fulfilling God’s kingdom purpose.

CMI 310 Technology in Christian Ministry (4 Credits)

This course will provide crucial information and practical training on how to effectively use technology in any Christian ministry.  Topics covered will include production technologies (audio, video, lighting), media technologies (graphics and video production), and productivity technologies (devices and apps).  Ethical and philosophical issues related to the influence of technology in culture will also be discussed.

CMI 314 Foundation of Children’s Ministry (4 Credits)

This class is an overview of key principles and practices in developing, maintaining, and growing a children’s ministry.  It emphasizes the importance of character in the children’s worker, the centrality of Scripture in ministry, and the assessment of programs that meet the needs of our culture.

CMI 340 Foundations of Urban Ministry (4 Credits)

This course examines the history, philosophy, and strategy of urban ministry.  The student will research urban issues and methods of urban evangelism.

CMI 360 Sports and Recreational Leadership (4 Credits)

This class will prepare students to define their philosophy, identify objectives, and determine their coaching and leadership style.  Additionally, the students will learn to become skilled communicators and motivators by applying psychological principles and learning positive management techniques.  The class will detail how to manage relationships with athletes, other coaches, administrators, medical personnel, parents, and media. Also addressed are legal responsibilities and strategies for reducing risk.  Upon completion of the course, students will have the opportunity to receive a coaching certification from the American Sports Education Program and to be listed in the National Coaches Registry.

CMI 362 Camp Administration and Programming (4 Credits)

This course addresses the history, purpose, and philosophy of camp ministry.  The student will learn about the administration, programming, and training involved in camp ministry.

CMI 363 Ministry and C.S. Lewis (4 Credits)

This course is an exploration and comparison of youth ministry through the millennial and post-millennial cultures, as found in the life of C.S. Lewis.

CMI 399 Advanced Topics (6 Credits)

A detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Christian ministries.  May be repeated for up to 12 credits. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

CMI 410 Mission Issues and Relationships (4 Credits)

This class unveils the problems and provides solutions to the challenges that missionaries face in their personal and professional lives.

CMI 415 Career Mission Work (4 Credits)

This class deals with every facet of a professional missionary’s life. Integrity issues, budgeting, support raising, mission agencies, language, and cultural understanding will be researched and discussed.

CMI 490 Christian Ministries Capstone (4 Credits)

The senior capstone represents the culmination of an AU student’s liberal arts education.  In the senior capstone experience, students will meet in small classes (10-12 students) with others from their academic discipline to synthesize and make connections between a) their disciplines; b) the courses they have taken, and c) their personal calling, within the context of the biblical worldview and God’s truth. 

CMI 494 Homiletics (4 Credits)

An introduction to preaching, homiletics and communication theory.  An overview of various models of preaching presented in Scripture with an emphasis upon application in the contemporary church.

CMI 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in Christian ministries through participation in professional experiences within churches, government, business, or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 credits of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Internship fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies. 177

CMI 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in Christian ministries under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required.  Supplemental fees: Independent study/research fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

CMI 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

A detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Christian ministries. May be repeated for up to 14 credits. Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

COMMUNICATION (COM)

Communication studies focus on such performance-based courses as oral interpretation, debate, and advanced interpersonal courses.  All concentrations allow students to choose elective courses ranging from presentations to public relations, broadcasting to business communication, and interpersonal to intercultural communication.

COM 100 Public Speaking (4 Credits)

Students will learn to prepare and deliver professional public presentations.  Students will practice essential public speaking skills while considering ways to serve audience members ethically.  Students will also learn the art of speaking persuasively, drawing upon the historical roots of rhetoric and oratory found in the traditional liberal arts.

COM 203 Introduction to Communication (4 Credits)

Students will develop an understanding of the broad academic discipline of communication.  Students will learn biblical principles of communication, as well as research and presentation skills needed for the major.

COM 204 Introduction to Film (4 Credits)

This course introduces students to film genres and demonstrates their relationship to literary and art concepts.  Students will learn how film genres work as literary tropes.  Students will learn to become more critical consumers of film.

COM 205 Media Industries (4 Credits)

Students will learn about the history, structure, and social function of modern media industries, including contemporary religious media industries.

COM 210 Introduction to Journalism (4 Credits)

Students will learn the essentials of journalistic writing, including techniques of writing leads and story structure.  They will create a portfolio demonstrating their writing abilities.  Students also learn the history and development of journalism.   Prerequisites: ENG 102 or ENG 105.

COM 215 Multi-Media Production (4 Credits)

Students will learn the basics of digital audio and video production.  Students will learn techniques of nonlinear editing, vocal performance, and digital storytelling.

COM 220 Interpersonal Communication (4 Credits)

Students will explore biblical perspectives on interpersonal communication as well as consider critical issues surrounding interpersonal communication including relationship management and how technology impacts dyadic communication.

COM 225 Broadcast Performance (4 Credits)

Students will learn the essentials of performing for broadcast media, specifically radio and television.  Students will learn the difference between announcing and personality-driven performance.  Special attention will be given to understanding the mechanics of the voice and translating scripted material into a natural performance.   Prerequisite: COM 215.

COM 230 Persuasion (4 Credits)

Students will learn classical theories of persuasion, including ethos, pathos, and logos, as well as modern theories of argument construction.  They will discover how persuasion works in both mediated and nonmedicated contexts, such as advertising and debate.

COM 235 Media History (4 Credits)

Students will understand the significance of media history.  Students will study key people, events, and discoveries that have shaped modern media and will learn how past events impact future media developments.

COM 240 Redemptive Narratives in Film (4 Credits)

Students will develop an understanding of redemptive storytelling through the assessment and analysis of films that promote and demonstrate redemptive themes.  Students will compare mainstream redemptive narratives with Christian-based redemptive stories.   Prerequisite: COM 204

COM 242 Film History (4 Credits)

Students will learn about the history and social function of modern cinema.  Special consideration will be given to the technological development of the medium as well as film’s progression from novelty to social force.

COM 243 Film History I (to 1968) (4 Credits)

Students will examine significant events and films from the birth of the medium to 1968.  Students will learn how film came to be a significant social force and how technological innovations advanced the film industry.   Prerequisite: COM 204

COM 244 Film History II (after 1968) (4 Credits)

Students will examine significant events and films from 1968 to the present day.  Students will learn how film continues to exert social influence through the advancement of specific social ideas.   Prerequisite: COM 204

COM 250 Faith and Media (4 Credits)

Students will explore the various ways the Christian faith is shared through the media.  Students will learn about various faith-based media corporations as well as effect media has on the understanding of the Christian faith.

COM 277 Communication Practicum I (3 Credit)

Students will deepen and expand their understanding of communication practices and techniques by applying concepts from their coursework in a supervised setting within the University.  Students will spend time (minimum of 45 hours/maximum of 60 hours) working on communication-related projects in various university departments.  Projects vary from department to department.  Students will complete placement interviews early in the semester.  The course may be repeated for up to three units.   Prerequisite: COM 215.

COM 287 Communication Practicum II (3 Credit)

Students continue to deepen and expand their understanding of communication practices and techniques by applying concepts from their coursework in a supervised setting within the University.  Students will spend time (minimum of 45 hours/maximum of 60 hours) working on communication-related projects in various university departments.  Projects vary from department to department. Students will complete placement interviews early in the semester.  Prerequisite: COM 277.

COM 297 Communication Practicum III (3 credit)

Students continue to deepen and expand their understanding of communication practices and techniques by applying concepts from their coursework in a supervised setting within the University.  Students will spend time (minimum of 45 hours/maximum of 60 hours) working on communication-related projects in various university departments.  Projects vary from department to department. Students will complete placement interviews early in the semester.   Prerequisite: COM 287.

COM 299 New and Trending Topics (7 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in Communication Studies.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

COM 300 Communication Theory (4 Credits)

Students will learn the complex dynamics of the communication process.  Specifically, students will learn different models and theories of communication in interpersonal, group, mediated, and cultural contexts.   Prerequisite: COM 203

COM 315 Reporting (5 Credits)

Students will learn the essentials of reporting for public media. Students will enhance their writing and storytelling skills and interviewing abilities. Students will encounter the servant role of journalism by authoring stories involving marginalized people groups.   Prerequisites: COM 210 and COM 215

COM 324 Film Genres (4 Credits)

In this course, students will delve deeper into a specific film genre.  This class will be a more in-depth study where COM 204 left off.

COM 330 Rhetorical Criticism (4 Credits)

Students in this course will be introduced to systematic techniques for exploring and deconstructing rhetorical messages located throughout public communication and popular culture.

COM 335 Media Bias (4 Credits)

The student will learn about modern biases prevalent among modern media outlets, including broadcast news, advertising, and the arts.

COM 342 Film Criticism (4 Credits)

Students will learn the techniques and theories of film criticism.   Prerequisite: COM 204.

COM 343 Advanced Film Criticism (4 Credits)

This course broadens the student’s understanding of film criticism by expanding the vocabulary and typologies used to critique film.  Students will learn the importance of criticism in shaping public perceptions about films.   Prerequisites: COM 342.

COM 344 Faith and Film (4 Credits)

Students will learn the diverse ways Christianity is portrayed in contemporary films as well as the social role film plays in public dialogue about religion.  Students will sharpen their film evaluation skills by critically analyzing both faiths based as well as mainstream films that incorporate faith. Students will consider how a filmmaker’s personal faith influences the film-making process.

COM 345 Sports and Media (4 Credits)

Students will explore academic perspectives on the intersection of sports programming and media.  Special attention will be given to the social dimensions of sports media, faith perspectives, and sports casting as a career.

COM 350 Media and Society (4 Credits)

Students will learn how modern communication forms have influenced social norms and communication styles.  Students will consider the significance of the work of Marshall McLuhan, Neil Postman, and other theorists to modern media studies.

COM 364 Film Directors (4 Credits)

In this course, students will delve deeper into the works of a specific director, gaining and understanding and appreciation for their filmography. Students will also develop an understanding of the role of the director in forming and shaping films.

COM 370 Communication, Culture, and the Christian Faith (4 Credits)

Students will learn the various theories of culture as well as the ways Christians use mediated communication and the controversies associated with those uses.  Students will learn how to craft thoughtful faith-based responses to popular culture.

COM 375 Media Law (4 Credits)

Students will study significant legal cases that govern modern media industries.  Students will learn the importance of the First Amendment to current journalism practices, laws that affect the reporting process, and legal decisions related to defamation, privacy, and broadcast media.

COM 380 Advertising and Communication (4 Credits)

Students will explore the cultural history of advertising, examining significant moments that shaped advertising’s role in modern society.  Students will also sharpen their critical and analytical skills regarding their own consumption of advertising.  Finally, the role of faith in advertising is considered and discussed.

COM 384 Box Office Dynamics (4 Credits)

In this course, students will engage with and discover films that either were box office successes or failures.

COM 399 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Communication.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

COM 415 Advanced Multi-Media Production (7 Credits)

Students will learn advanced techniques in multi-media production.   Prerequisite: COM 215.

COM 420 Film Theory (5 Credits)

Students will gain an understanding of the prominent film theories and language used in academic discourse surrounding film.  Students will consider the work of Eisenstein, Krakauer, and Basin, among others and connect their work to contemporary cinema.  Students will also consider various Christian approaches to understanding film.

COM 425 Broadcast Management (5 Credits)

Students will learn skills necessary to manage modern media outlets, including reading and interpreting research data, internet metrics, and Arbitron ratings.  Students will also deepen their understanding of legal regulations required of broadcasters.

COM 435 Broadcast Programming (5 Credits)

Students will gain hands-on experience in live broadcast situations.   Prerequisite: COM 215.

COM 440 Film-Pre-Production (7 Credits)

Students will learn the filmmaking planning process.  Topics covered include general film pre-production, shooting script preparation, and on-location filming.  Students will also learn basic cinematography techniques and advanced editing.  The course is essential for students planning to enroll in COM 445.   Prerequisite: COM 215.

COM 442 Public Relations (5 Credits)

Students will learn the theory and practice of public relations techniques and procedures.  The course will address the proper way to manage the spread of information between an individual or an organization and the public.  Students will apply the theories learned to real-life situations, culminating in a professional client proposal.   Prerequisites: COM 210.

COM 455 Multi-Media Journalism (4 Credits)

In this course, students will learn how the integration of text, images, sound, video, and graphics are employed to tell a journalistic story.

COM 470 Communication Ethics (5 Credits)

Students will learn various ethical systems from classical and modern philosophy and how they influence communication decision-making. Students will learn how to choose and apply ethical approaches in various communication situations.  Prerequisite: Senior standing or instructor approval.

COM 490 Communication Capstone (5 Credits)

The senior capstone represents the culmination of an AU student’s liberal arts education.  In the senior capstone experience, students will meet in small classes (10-12 students) with others from their academic discipline to synthesize and make connections between a) their disciplines; b) the courses they’ve taken, and c) their personal calling, within the context of the biblical worldview and God’s truth.

COM 496 Travel Study Experience (7 Credits)

The AU Travel Study Experience in Communication is designed to provide students and others with an opportunity to learn outside the classroom through domestic or foreign travel.  In this way, participants may enhance their educational experience with historical geographic sites, museums, culture and languages, university research libraries or government facilities only available through travel.  Additional fees such as airline tickets, meals, group transportation, accommodations, travel and health insurance, excursions and other course related costs apply.  Other travel-related costs not specified in the cost of the travel study experience are to be paid for by participants. For more information, see the Study Abroad Program section of this catalog.

COM 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in Communication through participation in professional experiences within government, business, or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 credits of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester. May be repeated for up to 14 credits. Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.  Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Internship fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

COM 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in Communication under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required.  Supplemental fees: Independent Study/Research fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

COM 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Communication.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

CONSTRUCTION (CON)

CON 301 Construction Project Management I (3 credits)

This course will help students learn the various phases of the construction process and principles and practices of effective project management.  The course will focus on the design development, planning, evaluation, and pre-construction stages of a project.

 

CON 302 Construction Project Management II (4 Credits)

This course will include topics related to the project life cycle and the roles of the various members of the project team, including owner, architect, engineer, and contractor.  It will give an overview of project organizations and the different project delivery methods.

CULINARY ARTS (CUA)

CUA 101. Culinary History and Development. (4 Credits)

History and progression of world cuisines, including influences of geography, politics, religion, and cultural characteristics.   Emphasis on international and regional American food ways.   Current trends and career opportunities in the foodservice industry.

 

CUA 105.  Sanitation and Food Safety. (4 Credits)

Application of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) principles to the handling of foods.   The course qualifies student to earn sanitation certification.

CUA 111. Culinary Foundations. (4 Credits)

General and classical knife skills; professionalism; operation of large and small commercial kitchen equipment; beginning cooking methods and techniques; plate presentation; recipe measurements and conversions; culinary terminology.  The course is designed for freshman culinary arts majors.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 101 and CUA 105 and non-developmental placement.

CUA 219. Meat Identification and Fabrication. (4 Credits).

Identification and fabrication of meat, seafood, and poultry. Selection, procurement, and preparation of products in commercial food service.

Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 222

CUA 221. Fruits, Vegetables, and Farinaceous products. (4 Credits).

Characteristics of fats, oils, and egg and dairy products. Principles of preparation of vegetables, fruits, farinaceous products, and other food products will be studied and applied in the laboratory kitchen.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 101 and 105

CUA 222. Stocks, Sauces, and Soups. (4 Credits).

Principles of preparation of stocks, soups, sauces, and various types of meat, poultry and seafood dishes, and their application.  Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 111 and 221

CUA 230. Garde Manger. (4 Credits)

Principles of preparation of salads, cold sauces, appetizers, and garnishes and their applications. Emphasis on color, texture, and temperature in preparation and presentation.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 222.

CUA 231. Food, Beverage, and Labor Cost Control. (5 Credits).

Principles of menu development; menu writing; recipe costing, usage, and conversion; yield percentage; production control; and food selection and procurement.   Prerequisite: C or better in 3 hours of non-developmental MATH.

CUA 241. Culinary Arts Internship. (4 Credits).

Field work consists of 280 clock hours in an approved foodservice operation under supervision of chef or manager.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 230 and 250

CUA 250. Baking

Basic principles of preparation and presentation of various traditional yeast and quick breads, pies, cakes, and other desserts, and their applications. Chemical and physical factors in baking.   Prerequisites:  C or better in CUA 111 and 221.

CUA 305. Professional Dining Room Operations. (4 Credits).

Guest service with emphasis on employee motivation and advanced table service techniques.  Special focus on dining room management.  Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 314.

CUA 314. Principles of Food and Beverage Service. (4 credits).

Guest service with emphasis in a laboratory on proper service techniques.  Selection and service of wine and spirits.  Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 230 and 231

CUA 315. A La Carte I. (5 credits).

Course involving all facets of food preparation and operations in a culinary enterprise.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 230 and 231

CUA 319. Cajun and Creole Cuisine. (4 Credits).

History and principles of preparation of Cajun and Creole cuisine, and their applications.  Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 230 and 231

CUA 325. A La Carte II. (4 Credits).

Advanced experiential course involving all facets in regional foods preparation and in operations of culinary enterprises.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 230 and 231.

CUA 336. Food Presentation Techniques. (4 Credits)  

Concepts, skills, and techniques of artistic food presentation and specialty work.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 315.

CUA 338. Foodservice Inventory Selection, Procurement, and Control. (4 Credits).

Selection and procurement of food and non-food products.  Inventory control principles and applications.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 231

CUA 350. Professional Baking and Pastries. (4 Credits)

Preparation of various yeast and quick breads, tortes, mousses, and other pastries to be presented on buffets or as plated desserts.  Chocolate décor work to be included.  Emphasis will be superior taste, flavor and texture combinations and visual appeal.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 250.

CUA 351. Beverage Operations. (4 Credits)

Must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.   Principles and legal aspects of managing the selection, procurement, storage, and sales of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.   Product characteristics and legal aspects of handling and service.  Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 231.

CUA 352.   International Pastry. (4 Credits)

Study and application of principles of classical pastry production.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 250.

CUA 353. Introduction to Wine. (4 Credits)

Must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.  Introduction to wine including history, basics of wine making, regional characteristics, varietal identification, and aspects of handling and service.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 231.

CUA 355. Baking and Pastries of the South. (4 Credits)

Study and application of principles of preparation and presentation of traditional southern pastries and breads.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 250.

CUA 371. Classical French Cuisine. (4 Credits)

History and development of French cuisine. Principles of preparation and presentation of Classical French cuisine.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 315

CUA 382. Foodservice Facility Layout and Design. (4 Credits)

Principles and applications of Foodservice facility layout and design including site selection, structural characteristics, access issues, equipment selection and specifications, and legal aspects.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 231.

CUA 401.Culinary History of the South. (4 Credits)

Study of the diverse cultural influences on the celebration of food in the American South.  Open to non-culinary majors.

CUA 402 Louisiana Seafood. (4 Credits).

History and development of Louisiana seafood production and sustainability.  Principles and preparation of classic Cajun and Creole seafood items.

Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 315

CUA 409. Seminar in Culinary Operations. (4 Credits)

In-depth study of culinary operations and entrepreneurial strategies through selected cases related to culinary development and operations.

Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 338 or 382

CUA 422. Catering Management and Event Sales. (4 Credits)

Catering management with emphasis on event sales, event design and catering staff supervision.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 314 and 315

CUA 423. Contract Foodservice. (4 Credits)

Principles of operations and product preparation in contract foodservice settings.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA  315

CUA 429. Seminar in Restaurant Operations. (4 Credits)

Senior standing. In-depth study of current trends in restaurant management and development.  Case approach involving the integration of current managerial concepts in the restaurant industry.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 338 or 382

CUA 431. Culinary Training Materials Development and Design. (4 Credits)

Development, design, and application of training materials for culinary arts operations.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 315.

CUA 435. Food and Wine Pairing. (4 Credits)

Senior standing. Application of methods of training, instruction, and evaluation for culinary arts and operations.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 353

CUA 437. Advanced Decorative Work and Showpieces. (4 Credits)

Presentation of decorative mediums and techniques.  Creation of original works in a minimum of two mediums.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 315

CUA 438. Culinary Demonstration and Food Styling. (4 Credits)

Techniques of showmanship, coordination and planning of live and video culinary demonstrations.  Principles and techniques of food styling for a variety of media.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 315

CUA 442. Menu Design, Integration, and Promotion. (4 Credits)

Menu development, layout, and media selection.  Integration of the menu in the operation with respect to market, facility, and personnel.

Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 338 or 382

CUA 450. Cake Decorating and Candy Making. (4 Credits)

Study and application of principles of cake decoration and candy making.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 250 and CUA 315

CUA 452. Retail Baking. (4 Credits)

Theory and application of the preparation and presentation principles of various traditional baking techniques with a focus on starting and operating a professional bakery.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 250

CUA 475. Regional Cuisine. (4 Credits)

In-depth study of the cuisine of one or more regions.  May be repeated for credit if content differs, but not more than six semester hours can be applied toward degree requirements.  Open to culinary majors only.   Prerequisite: C or better in CUA 315. 

CULA 485. Product Development and Evaluation. (4 Credits)

Development of products for commercial/retail food manufacture and foodservice operations from concept through sensory, production, and market evaluation.  Development and evaluation of an original product.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 315

CUA 490. Special Topics in Culinary Arts. (4 Credits)

Selected topics in Culinary Arts.  May be repeated for credit if content differs, but not more than six semester hours can be applied toward degree requirements.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 315

CUA 492. Special Topics in Culinary Operations. (4 Credits)

Selected topics in culinary operations.  May be repeated for credit if content differs, but not more than six semester hours can be applied toward degree requirements.   Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

CUA 495. Culinary Senior Internship. (7 Credits)

Field work in an approved foodservice operation or culinary education facility under supervision of chef, chef-instructor, or manager.  Prerequisite: Successful completion of all other degree requirements.

CUA 499. Independent Study in Culinary Arts or Operations. (7 Credits)

Directed research, readings, or experiential learning in culinary preparation, operations, training, or product development under faculty supervision.  Not more than six semester hours can be applied toward degree requirements.   Prerequisites: C or better in CUA 315

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT (ECD)

 ECD 260 Early Literacy (4 Credit)

This course covers research in emergent literacy development, with an emphasis on developmentally appropriate strategies for teaching critical receptive and expressive language, vocabulary, concepts about print, phonological awareness, and alphabet knowledge.   Fall semester only. Preferred: take simultaneously with ECE 265

ECD 261 Human Development for the Young Child (4 Credit)

This course explores child growth and development including physical, social, language, and emotional development of children.  It will include theories and domains associated with early childhood growth recognizing the significance of cultural and socioeconomic diversity and the role it plays in child development.   NAEYC Standards and Arizona Early Learning Standards will be the focus. Preferred: take simultaneously with ECE 266

ECD 262 Learning Environments for the Young Child (4 Credit)

This course explores research regarding learning environments.  It will include consideration of children’s ages and developmental characteristics as well as the role of play in children’s learning.  Knowledge of how to construct integrated learning experiences that reflect learning standards using children’s interests and experiences to strengthen the learning will be taught.  NAEYC Standards for the state of California Early Learning Standards will be the focus.   Spring semester only. Simultaneous: ECE 267

ECD 263 Early Childhood Special Education (4 Credit)

The class provides an overview of the role of special education in children from birth to five years old.  It includes research-based information regarding typical and atypical development, screening tools, interventions models, resources for families and teachers, as well as legislation.

ECD 264 Early Childhood Capstone (2 hr.)

Students will be expected to create a capstone project focusing on the design of an early childhood classroom.  The project shall be practical in nature and have an immediate benefit to the education of young children.  It will include research to support the chosen learning environment, curriculum design, and methods.  Evidence of an understanding of childhood growth and development, cultural differences, and developmentally appropriate strategies will be included.  The project will also include NAEYC Standards and California Early Learning Standards.   Spring semester only. Prerequisite or simultaneous: ECE 260, ECE 261, and ECE 265-268.

ECD 265 Early Childhood Fieldwork I (4 Credit)

Internship with children from birth to five years old.  This internship will integrate early literacy theory with practical experience and will include experience in observation, tutoring, classroom management, and lesson preparation and delivery.  The student will also observe and recognize the significance of the various states of child development and the implications on developing educational strategies.  Each student will complete a minimum of 24 contact hours.   Prerequisite: IVP fingerprint card. Preferred: take simultaneously with ECE 260.

ECD 266 Early Childhood Fieldwork II (4 Credit)

Internship with children from birth to five years old.  This internship will integrate early human development theory with practical experience and will include experience in observation, tutoring, classroom management, and lesson preparation and delivery.  The student will also observe and recognize the significance of the various states of child development and the implications on developing educational strategies. Each student will complete a minimum of 24 contact hours.   Prerequisite: IVP fingerprint card.   Preferred: take simultaneously with ECE 361.

ECD 267 Early Childhood Fieldwork III (4 Credit)

Internship with children from birth to five years old.  This internship will integrate learning environment theory with practical experience and will include experience in observation, tutoring, classroom management, and lesson preparation and delivery.  The student will also observe and recognize the significance of the various states of child development and the implications on developing educational strategies.  Each student will complete a minimum of 24 contact hours.   Prerequisite: IVP fingerprint card. Preferred: take simultaneously with ECE 262.

ECD 268 Early Childhood Fieldwork IV (4 Credit)

Internship with children from birth to five years old.  This internship will integrate special education theory with practical experience and will include experience in observation, tutoring, classroom management, and lesson preparation and delivery.  The student will also observe and recognize the significance of the various states of child development and the implications on developing educational strategies.  Each student will complete a minimum of 24 contact hours.   Prerequisite: IVP fingerprint card. Preferred: take simultaneously with ECE 264.

ECD 299 New and Trending Topics (4 Credit)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in early childhood education.  May be repeated for up to 8 credits. Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

ECONOMICS (ECO)

ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics (4 Credits)

An introduction to basic macroeconomic theory, terminology, and policy. An overview of the U.S. economy, fiscal and monetary policy, money and banking, national production, trade, interest rates, inflation, unemployment, and other topics related to a national economic system.

ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics (4 Credits)

An introduction to the microeconomic principles that govern business firms and other organizations.  Emphasis will be placed on understanding market structures, market efficiencies, production costs, competition, and pricing theory.

ECO 203 Principles of Economics (4 Credits)

An overview of micro and macroeconomic theories with an emphasis on the application of these theories to current economic issues.  Issues involving trade and finance among nations and their comparative economic systems will also be examined.

ECO 299 New and Trending Topics (7 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in Economics Studies.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits. Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

ECO 311 Economics for Managers (5 Credits)

An overview of macro and microeconomic theories with applications to business operation for managers.  Emphasis will be placed on demand analysis, short-range forecasting, and quantitative tools of economics useful in decision making.

ECO 399 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Economics.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

ECO 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in Economics through participation in professional experiences within government, business or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 credits of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits. Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Internship fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

ECO 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in Economics under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required.  Supplemental fees: Independent Study/Research fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

ECO 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Economics.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

EDUCATION (EDU)

EDU 299 New and Trending Topics (5 Credits) 

A study of one or more new and trending topics in Education Studies.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.   Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required.

EDU 300 Tests and Measurements (5 Credits)

Examination of the terminology used in testing and the use and interpretation of academic tests as they are used in schools.   Prerequisite or simultaneous: EDU 317.

EDU 302 Poverty and Its Effects on Learning (5 Credits)

In the State of Arizona, and California, 1 in 4 students are living in poverty. Students experiencing poverty or near-poverty conditions face unique challenges (and so do the schools and organizations that serve them).  Drawing on research from multiple disciplines including neuroscience, psychology, sociology, and education, this course will provide students with an overview of the factors that impact individuals living in poverty.  With a specific focus on teaching and learning strategies, students will learn the concepts, strategies, and techniques that positively impact students experiencing poverty.

EDU 311 Philosophy and Foundations of Education (5 Credits)

The relationship of education to the development of the individual and society.  The course focuses on the history of education as an American institution and provides an overview of different educational philosophies with an emphasis on the Christian perspective.

EDU 312 Human Development (5 Credits)

A study of the physical, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual growth and development of the individual from conception into adulthood.

EDU 314 Introduction to the Exceptional Child (4 Credits)

A study of the characteristics and educational needs of students with disabilities and students who are gifted, including a review of etiology, investigation of services available, and consideration of parent-teacher roles in meeting educational needs. Various educational settings will be discussed and evaluated. Individualized Education (IEP) will be reviewed, including expectation for the classroom teacher, the implications of PL 94-142 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) will be reviewed and discussed.

EDU 315 Educational Psychology (4 Credits)

A study of psychology as applied to education. Theories of learning and how these can be applied in the classroom from the standpoint of a Christian philosophy of life are considered.

EDU 317 Curriculum and Instruction (4 Credits)

A study of curriculum designs which includes the historical and philosophic review of the curriculum, persistent curricular problems, and characteristics of current programs.  There is also an emphasis on methods of instruction, including the writing of behavioral objectives and assessment of their effectiveness.   This course is the prerequisite for EED 313, 314, 315, 417, SED 313-319, 403-409, EDU 300, 420. Classroom observations are required.

EDU 330 Stress Trauma and Resiliency – Strategies for Classroom Success (4 Credits)

By some estimates, as many as 2/3rds of students have experienced some sort of trauma, abuse, or distress.  These experiences have a huge effect on their ability to focus on learning in the classroom.  Making the challenge even greater is the fact that most teachers are ill equipped to support students experiencing sub-optimal conditions.  While caring and compassion go a long way in helping students, educators need a toolbox of resources, strategies, and methods to help students build resiliency.  This course provides specific strategies related to restorative practices, effective communication, instructional interventions, and what to do with challenging student behaviors.

EDU 399 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Education.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

EDU 420 Educational Technology (5 Credits)

The purpose of this class is to explore the uses of technology in the curriculum in K-12 classrooms.  The focus will be on developing theoretical and practical tools to evaluate, adapt, and use technology in the classroom.  The class will be taught from the point of view of the teacher, considering what the teacher needs to know and do to be able to teach effectively with various technologies.  How students learn using technology, tying major theories of learning to characteristics of technologies in schools will also be considered.   Lab fee required.   Prerequisite: EDU 317

EDU 430 Children’s Literature (5 Credits)

History and development of literature for children.  Major themes and patterns and their meaning in the context of childhood will be discussed.

EDU 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in Education through participation in professional experiences within government, business, or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 credits of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required.  Internship fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

EDU 498 Independent Study (7 credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in Education under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required. Supplemental fees: Independent Study/Research fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

EDU 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Education.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

ENGLISH (ENG)

The English major teaches important skills: reading analytically and creatively, thinking critically, communicating effectively.  The study of literature develops an appreciation for language, culture, and values.  Many people who major in English also have a degree in education and plan to teach, but an English major is also excellent preparation for careers in internet publishing, the legal profession, business administration and management, publishing, mass communication, journalism, advertising, and public relations.

ENG 101 English Composition I (4 credits)

Students will develop college-level writing skills.  Students will learn to create written arguments, tailored to a variety of situations, including writing for academic settings.  As students learn to put forth written arguments, grammatical concepts are reinforced and strengthened. ENG 101 culminates in a formal essay where the student demonstrates their ability to put forth an argument and defend their claim using basic research and argumentation.   Prerequisite: AU English proficiency and placement required.

ENG 102 English Composition II (4 Credits)

Students will deepen their college-level writing skills by fostering a maturing knowledge of information literacy and library research.  Students will integrate quality research sources into a formal research paper.   Prerequisite: ENG 101.

ENG 105 Advanced Composition (4 Credits)

Students will learn argumentation for writing in an accelerated format.  This course is designed for students who enter AU with advanced writing abilities.  Completing ENG 105 fulfills the requirements of ENG 101 and ENG 102. (Students qualify for placement into ENG 105 by an ACT score of 18 or higher; a SAT score of 800 or higher; or a CLEP English Composition with essay/General Examination score of 610/1978 scale or 500/1986 scale or higher; or a Freshman College Composition/Subject Examination with a score of 50 or higher.)

ENG 201 Introduction to Literature (4 Credits)

Students will become familiar with the terminology, methods, and objectives of the study of literature, and they will learn practical interpretation and evaluation.

ENG 220 World Literature (4 Credits)

Students will learn about literature from around the world according to their historical and geographical contexts.

ENG 230 Multicultural Literature (4 Credits)

Students will explore literature from different ethnic groups, including African American, Latino, Native American, and Asian-American texts and authors.

ENG 250 Women’s Literature (4 Credits)

Students will learn about important female voices—novelists, poets, playwrights, and essayists—in the history of literature.

ENG 299 New and Trending Topics (5 Credits)

Students will engage in a study of one or more new and trending topics in English Studies.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits. Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

ENG 301 The Short Story (4 Credits)

Students will be introduced to close readings of short fiction representing a variety of time periods and nationalities.  The class consists of group discussions, analysis, and application of literary terms and thematic issues, consideration of cultural contexts, and examination of narrative construction.

ENG 312 The Novel (4 Credits)

Students will engage in theory and practice of the novel from its beginning to modern times.

ENG 314 Classical and Modern Drama (4 Credits)

Students will trace the development of drama and the play from classical to modern times.  Presentation skills are developed through class projects.

ENG 316 Advanced English Grammar (4 Credits)

Students will closely examine traditional and modern systems of grammar and their application to teaching strategies.

ENG 317 Creative Writing (4 Credits)

Students will explore the creative process of composition by studying and writing prose.  Methods for teaching will be addressed.

ENG 320 Advanced Oral Communications (4 Credits)

Students will improve their abilities to organize thoughts on paper as they prepare for oral delivery while focusing on poise, volume, rate, and inflection.

ENG 321 English Literature I (4 Credits)

Students will analyze Medieval, Renaissance, and 18th-century literature.  Emphasis on major writers and their works in their literary and historical contexts.  Includes study and practice in terminology, methods, and objectives of the study of literature.

ENG 322 English Literature II (4 Credits)

Students will analyze Romantic, Victorian, and 20th-century literature.  Emphasis on major writers and their works in their literary and historical contexts. Includes study and practice in terminology, methods, and objectives of the study of literature.

 ENG 343 American Literature I (4 Credits)

Students will analyze American literature from colonial times to 1865.  Emphasis is on major writers and the themes of nationalism, romanticism, realism, naturalism, and modernism.  Includes study and practice in terminology, methods, and objectives of the study of literature.

ENG 344 American Literature II (4 Credits)

Students will engage in a chronological survey of American literature that begins with the literature of realism and naturalism written after 1865 and concludes with a sample of the contemporary memoir.  The intention is to provide a broad overview of what constitutes American literature from the Civil War to the present.

ENG 390 Digital Writing (4 Credits)

Students will learn about rhetorical techniques in digital media and a practical approach to blogging, web content development, podcasting, video essays, and other contemporary trends in writing.

ENG 399 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

Students will engage in a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in English.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

ENG 410 Literary Criticism (4 Credits)

Students will develop an understanding of the major concepts in traditional literary theory—such as formalism, myth criticism, deconstruction, feminism, psychoanalytic criticism, Marxism, post-colonial theory, and new historicism—as well as new developments in capitalist, cognitive, and biological analysis in literature.   Prerequisite: ENG 201.

ENG 421 Major Authors: One Author (5 Credits)

Students will engage in a focused study of one important author decided upon by the professor.  Potential studies may include Charles Dickens, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Mark Twain, Flannery O’Connor, or any other influential literary figure. May be repeated for up to 10 credits if studying different authors.

ENG 422 Major Authors: Three Authors (4 Credits)

Students will engage in a focused study of three important authors that are related by time or theme.  Potential studies may include Whitman/Emerson/Thoreau, Hemingway/Fitzgerald/Anderson, Bronte/Austen/Eliot, or similar.  May be repeated for up to 8 credits if studying different authors.

ENG 428 Poetry (4 Credits)

Students will analyze the forms, images, and scope of poetry through the study of poems from various poets and time periods.

ENG 430 Children’s Literature (4 Credits)

Students will explore the history and development of literature for children.  Major themes and patterns and their meaning in the context of childhood will be discussed.

ENG 431 C.S. Lewis (4 Credits)

Students will engage an in-depth study of the works and life of C.S. Lewis, as a novelist and Christian apologist.

ENG 432 Adolescent Literature (4 Credits)

Students will examine works that are reading level-appropriate for junior high and high school students.  Activities will be discussed that would aid student interest in the reading process and homework completion.

ENG 434 Shakespeare (4 Credits)

Students will read and analyze Shakespeare’s major comedies, histories, tragedies, and poems.

ENG 436 Writing Across the Curriculum (4 Credits)

Students will learn methods of instruction to teach academic genres of writing, including the six traits of writing.

ENG 490 English Capstone (4 Credits)

The senior capstone represents the culmination of an AU student’s liberal arts education.  In the senior capstone experience, students will meet in small classes (10-12 students) with others from their academic discipline to synthesize and make connections between a) their disciplines; b) the courses they’ve taken, and c) their personal calling, within the context of the biblical worldview and God’s truth.

ENG 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in English through participation in professional experiences within government, business, or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 hours of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Internship fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

ENG 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An investigation of a topic in English or Literature with the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required.

ENG 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in English. May be repeated for up to 14 credits. Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

ENG 500 Technical Writing and Research Methods (5 Credits)

This course is a practicum in both oral and written communication skills necessary to perform effectively as managers in the private of the public sectors.  The course emphasizes problem-solving techniques and ands-on writing in such real-world genres as business plans, management reports, research reports, work statements, manuals, technical and management proposals, an grants writing ad well as computer-mediated communication.  The students work both individually an in teams to develop written documents and make oral presentations.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE COURSES (ESL)

Graduate students with weak language skills take the same ESL classes as the undergraduates at this level.  Because their fields are more specialized and they bring more background, the type and number of courses these students can take beyond ESL are determined in consultation with their advisors.

ESL 550 Advanced Language Workshop (2 credits)

The advanced Language Workshop is designed to enhance skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to better enable students to engage in graduate studies.  Students will be encouraged to read and write material in their academic area of interest.  Opportunities to increase students understanding of American culture by reading about and discussing topics such as American subcultures, movies, television.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP (ENT)

Entrepreneurship focuses on innovation and risk taking.  It is a basic component of a free enterprise economic system.  Entrepreneurial thinking is taught in all majors at Asher University by the concentration in entrepreneurship provides students within depth understanding of the field through course work teaching basic entrepreneurial concepts and applications of knowledge and skills learned in all courses through case study analysis and business plan creation.

ENT 201 Marketing, Sales, and Advertising (4 Credits)

This course concentrates on creating and implementing a marketing plan for a small business.  Students will learn how to identify, research, and target markets for products, create new marketing opportunities, identify advertising venues, and apply the four P’s (product, price, place, and promotion) to sell a business idea or product.  Entrepreneurial skills will be identified and exercised through case studies, classroom debates, assignments, videos, guest speakers, and course reading materials.

ENT 202 Introduction to Entrepreneurship (4 Credits)

This course is intended to provide students with an understanding of the entrepreneurial process from a historical and research perspective; provides an overview of the business plan formation; examines alternative financing mechanisms; and provides technical skills managing and growing and ending new ventures.  The course provides background information needed to help students develop an entrepreneurial way of thinking and addressing problems.

ENT 215 Starting and Growing Your Own Business (4 Credits)

This course provides students with a detailed and in-depth analysis of entrepreneurship, including the assessment of opportunities and the development of a detailed business plan for a new venture, including market and industry competitive and marketing, finance, and operational plans.  The detailed business plans will be developed by teams of students and will be developed by teams of students and will be entered into competition at the university.  The business plan should integrate the skills acquired by students in management and other courses taken prior to this course.  Instruction approaches include case analysis of an outside speaker.   Prerequisite: ENT 202

ENT 301 Corporate Entrepreneurship (4 Credits)

This course addresses entrepreneurship activities in established organizations.  Topics include understanding and dealing with the barriers to entrepreneurship in corporations; recognizing and assessing corporate entrepreneurship opportunities; and learning various approaches organizations can take to increase entrepreneurship.  This course includes developing skills in areas such as decision making under pressure, presentations to hostile audiences, and team building.   Prerequisite: ENT 202

ENT 402 The Entrepreneurial Experience (4 Credits)

This is an applied course during which students work in the field, individually or in small teams, on real entrepreneurial projects.  Students will apply concepts learned in the classroom by implementing their own business plan or working with an entrepreneur on a specific project.  Students are guided by the instructor but are expected to provide most of the initiative to complete the project.  Contact time is split between in class sessions and out of class individual meetings with the instructor.   Prerequisite: ENT 202

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)

ESL courses, ranging from intermediate to advanced levels, are offered to help graduate or undergraduate students currently enrolled at AU acquire the academic English language skills they need to operate successfully within the university environment.

ESL 110 Basic Speaking and Listening (2 Credits)

In this course students will practice and develop listening and speaking skills.  In addition, students will have an introduction to American life and culture by reading American publications, listening to American radio, and watching American television.  This course helps prepare the student for further formal academic training.

ESL 111 Beginning Speaking and Reading (2 Credits)

Students will practice pronunciation in American English, strengthen their conversation skills, listening ability and learn techniques of note taking.

ESL 112 Composition and Grammar (2 Credits)

Focus on improving composition skills, at the sentence, paragraph, and essay levels.  Students will study and practice grammatical structures, from the basic to the complex.

FINANCE AND BANKING (FAB)

Financial management is an essential element of profit and nonprofit organizations.  Financial Management majors acquire the skills to plan, implement and control managerial activities a financial operation within organizations.  Graduates are qualified to work in banks and other financial institutions and to perform financial management functions in other organizations.

FAB 201 Fundamentals of Finance (4 Credits)

An introduction to the finance discipline.  Financial administration, including expense control, budgeting, credit, protection against risk, investment analysis, and portfolio management.

FAB 203 Risk and Insurance (4 Credits)

Analysis of concept of risk and strategies available to insure against risk.  In-depth study of various types of insurance.  Emphasis upon the viewpoints of risk managers and consumers.

FAB 204 Corporate Financial Management (4 Credits)

Introduction to corporate managerial finance.  Forecasting and planning of corporate financial requirements.  Decisions relating to working capital, major capital investments and financing.   Prerequisite: ACC 102

FAB 301 Money and Banking  (4 Credits)

Survey of development and use of money and credit, and effects of variation in supply; significant monetary theories; Federal Reserve Systems; monetary policy tool and their use of economic stabilization; current issues in monetary policy.   Prerequisite: ECO 201

FAB 302 Principles of Banking (4 Credits)

Overview of the commercial bank, its function, management, and role in the economy.  Topics include the structure of the banking system, the organizational structure of commercial banks, bank asset and liability management, credit analysis, lending policies, various types of loans, and current issues in banking.   Prerequisite: FAB 301

FAB 303 Financial Statement Analysis (4 Credits)

Interpretation of financial statements including the classification of balance sheet items and comparative analysis of balance sheets; critical financial analysis of income statements and statements of sources and application of funds including pertinent tests and ratios.   Prerequisite: FAB 201, ACC 102

FAB 360 Co-op Experience I in Finance/Banking (4 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of supervised work site experience for 12 weeks.   Permission of the Department Chair.

FAB 361 Co-op Experience II in Finance/Banking (4 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of second term of supervised work site experience for 12 weeks.   Permission of the Department Chair.

FAB 400 Directed Individual Study and Research (4 Credits)

Permits students to develop and present for credit an individual project of special interest within given academic discipline.  Format and content of the project must be approved by the designated faculty member with criteria of approval being relevance to current issues in the field, originality of subject area, and intellectual significance.  This option is available as part of each discipline listed in the catalog, but a student may elect only one such course with the sequence of total credit hours required for the baccalaureate degree.  Admission is by consent of the Department Chair only and is open only to seniors.

FAB 402 International Finance (4 Credits)

Principles of international finance; exchange rate and balance of payments theory; the international financial system; international capital markets and institutions; role of international capital flow in economic development; international cash flow management.   Prerequisite: FAB 204

FAB 460 Co-op Experience III in Finance/Banking (4 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of supervised work site experience for 12 weeks.   permission of Department Chair.

FAB 461 Co-op Experience IV in Finance/Banking (4 Credits)

Minimum 20 hours per week of fourth term of supervised work site experience for 12 weeks.   By permission of Department Chair.

FAB 479 Financial Management Decision Tools (4 Credits)

In-depth study and analysis of financial management casus using computer spreadsheets.  Cases include cash budgeting, capital budgeting, financial statement analysis, and financial forecasting.  Additional cases in capital structure, leasing, and bond refunding may be used at the option of the instructor.  Designed as the capstone course, it should be taken within the last two semesters of study.   Prerequisite: FAB 204

FAB 481 Investments (4 Credits)

Security markets; various types of investment securities; recognized accepted tests of safety, income, and marketability; management of portfolios; techniques for analysis and interpretation of corporate reports.   Prerequisite: FAB 201, 204.

FAB 482 Real Estate Investment Strategy (4 Credits)

Development of the comprehensive investment analysis tools necessary to make rational nd analytical real estate decisions.  Principles basic to the formulation of an investment strategy.  Definition of investment objectives.  Theory and measurement of risk and return.   Prerequisite: FAB 204

FAB 483 Commercial Lending (4 Credits)

Overview of commercial lending functions with emphasis on responsibilities of the bank loan officer.  Topics include the lending process, loan portfolio management, government regulation, new business development credit analysis, types of commercial loans, and the loan decision process.

Prerequisite: FAB 302.

FAB 484 Consumer and Commercial (4 Credits)

Overview of consumer and commercial credit including the management function  government regulations.  Introduction to the world of credit including consumer credit, commercial credit, the credit decision, financial statement and analysis, collection policies and practices, and the legal framework (both federal and state) within which consumer and commercial credit operations are conducted.   Prerequisite: FIBA 204

FAB 485 International Lending (5 Credits)

Comprehensive overview of international banking, the functions and responsibilities of the international loan officer and the role that commercial and government financial institutions play in facilitating world trade.  Includes balance of payments and country risk; letters of credit; principles of foreign exchange; principles of international lending; national and international government lending agencies; project financing, and trade financing.

Prerequisite: FAB 402

FAB 491 Special topics in Finance (5 Credits)

This course will deal with special financial topics.  The seminar approach will be used.  Refer to class schedule for topic offering n specific course description.   Prerequisite: FAB 204

 FAMILY STUDIES

FAM 200 Family Resource Management (4 Credits)

This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of management of a variety of resources most often found in family systems, including the process of planning and decision-making for families, specific to financial, personal, environmental, and social resources.  Students will gain an understanding related to societal and environmental systems that impact decisions that individuals and families make related to developing and allocating resources including time, money, material assets, energy, friends, neighbors, and space, in order to meet their goals. Students will also gain an understanding of effective communication and conflict management related to familial resources.

FAM 261 Human Development for the Young Child (4 Credit)

This course explores child growth and development including physical, social, language, and emotional development of children.  It will include theories and domains associated with early childhood growth recognizing the significance of cultural and socioeconomic diversity and the role it plays in child development.

FAM 299 New and Trending Topics (4 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in Family Studies.  May be repeated for up to 8 credits.   Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

FAM 302 Poverty and Its Effects on Learning (4 Credits)

In the State of California and Arizona, 1 in 4 students are living in poverty.  Students experiencing poverty or near-poverty conditions face unique challenges (and so do the schools and organizations that serve them).  Drawing on research from multiple disciplines including neuroscience, psychology, sociology, and education, this course will provide students with an overview of the factors that impact individuals living in poverty.  With a specific focus on teaching and learning strategies, students will learn the concepts, strategies, and techniques that positively impact students experiencing poverty.

FAM 312 Human Development (4 Credits)

A study of the physical, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual growth and development of the individual from conception into adulthood.

This course is a prerequisite for several FAM courses.

FAM 314 Adolescent Psychology (4 Credits)

A study of the meaning and significance of adolescence.  The course focuses on the physical, mental, social, moral, and religious development of the adolescent and includes observation and a study of the guidance and influence of adolescent behavior.  An emphasis on cultural diversity is included.

FAM 316 Family Structure and Function (4 Credits)

A survey of current research in the sociological study of contemporary American families.  Topics include demographic trends, variant family structures, changing gender roles, and family and workplace issues.  Special consideration is given to the implications for ministry.

FAM 320 Cross-Cultural Counseling (4 Credits)

This course is designed to assist the student in preparation for work with American subcultures, American minority groups, and internationals living in the United States.  The course also explores how one works with culture overseas, such as in missions.  Ethical practice and valuing diversity is emphasized.  The course uses research literature to inform students in their interaction with diverse cultures.  Attention is given to the psychological needs of missionaries and the children of missionaries.   Prerequisite: PSY 202.

FAM 332 Public Policy and the Family (4 Credits)

This course will include an overview of the legal definition of the family and laws that affect the status of the family.  The course content will include Arizona laws relating to marriage, divorce, family support, child custody, and child protection and rights. In addition, public policy issues that affect the family will be discussed.

FAM 399 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Family Studies.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.

FAM 400 Human Sexuality (5 Credits)

An examination of human sexual functioning, behavior, relationships, and feelings. Issues of sexuality are discussed within spiritual, psychological, cultural, and medical/health-related perspectives.   Prerequisite: FAM 312.

FAM 409 Child Life (5 Credits)

This course is designed to introduce students to the child life field and to provide the student with fundamental skills to help children and families cope when encountering a health care experience.  Students will learn evaluation and intervention strategies.  The course is part of the preparation for becoming a child life specialist.

FAM 411 Child Life Internship I (7 Credits)

Child Life Internship I require 60 hours of internship per credit hour, totaling 180 hours.  The students will apply child life course content to practice.  The internship must be completed under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist.   Prerequisites: FAM 409, FAM 414, FAM 415, and FAM 416.

FAM 412 Child Life Internship II (5 Credits)

Child Life Internship II requires 60 hours of internship per credit hour, totaling 180 hours.  The students will apply child life course content to practice.  The internship must be completed under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist.   Prerequisite: FAM 411.

FAM 413 Child Life Internship III (5 Credits)

Child Life Internship III is a 4-credit course requiring 60 hours of internship per credit hour, totaling 240 supervised work hours.  The students will apply child life course content to practice.  The internship must be completed under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist.

Prerequisites: FAM 412.

FAM 414 Loss and Bereavement (4 Credits)

This course introduces grief and loss across the lifespan from a biopsychosocial and a spiritual perspective.  Topics from classical grief theory and accompanying interventions to current neuropsychological research findings related to grief are covered.  It is appropriate for students studying mental health and education, and for those preparing for a career as a child life specialist.

FAM 415 Introduction to Play Therapy (4 Credits)

This course serves as an introduction to principles and theories of play therapy.  It is designed to prepare students for the application of play therapy theory and techniques in the practicum and/or internship setting.  Emphasizing is placed on relationship building and encouragement of self-expression to facilitate change in children.

FAM 416 Trauma and Families (4 Credits)

This course introduces the student to the study of childhood & family trauma.  This course includes an overview of many types of traumas and the biological, psychological, neuropsychological, and sociological vulnerabilities and strengths that interact with traumatic events.  Students will apply research supported interventions to prevent and treat trauma.

FAM 420 Psychology of Marriage (4 Credits)

A study of the psychological dimensions of marriage, such as attraction, compatibility, interdependence, and the role of individual differences. Emphasis is given to the development of a biblical understanding of marital roles and discussion of practical application of principles taught.

FAM 421 Transformational Marriage (4 Credits)

This course uses Alice Mathews’ text, Marriage Made in Eden, to review cultural and historical ideas and events that have influenced our current perspectives and practices of marriage in America.  Students will be exposed to a biblical alternative that emphasizes the missional and transformational purposes of marriage.

FAM 425 Parent/Child Relations (4 Credits)

A study of empirical research and theoretical literature on parent-child interaction and its relationship to family and child outcomes.  A particular focus will be the critical review of popular parent education programs and the development of a theological base for effective interventions.

Prerequisite: ECE/FAM 261, FAM 312, or FAM 314.

FAM 430 Principles of Family Counseling (4 Credits)

This course focuses on the development of diagnostic skills in assessing marital and familial dysfunction.  Students learn to synthesize information from the clinical interview and to form and implement treatment plans.  Systemically oriented counseling principles will be taught.   Prerequisite: FAM 316.

FAM 435 Family Life Education (4 Credits)

A course that develops a general philosophy of family life education and ministry, and trains students to design and implement educational programs.  These may include programs for marital enrichment and parent education and guidance.   Prerequisite: Requirement of at least 12 FAM or ECE credit hours.

FAM 440 Gender Studies (4 Credits)

Gender Studies puts a focus on understanding interconnections of social and cultural operations related to gender with biological and psychological processes.  Additionally, important passages of Scripture are examined for an understanding of a biblical view of gender and the implications for relationships within the church and in marriage.  Research findings are synthesized with practical Christian living.

FAM 490 Family Studies Capstone (4 Credits)

The senior capstone represents the culmination of an AU student’s liberal arts education.  In the senior capstone experience, students will meet in small classes (10-12 students) with others from their academic discipline to synthesize and make connections between a) their disciplines; b) the courses they’ve taken, and c) their personal calling, within the context of the biblical worldview and God’s truth.   Prerequisites: Internship completed or taken concurrently.  Senior status, or department chair permission.

FAM 496 Travel Study Experience (7 Credits)

The AU Travel Study Experience in Family Studies is designed to provide students and others with an opportunity to learn outside the classroom through domestic or foreign travel. In this way, participants may enhance their educational experience with historical geographic sites, museums, culture and languages, university research libraries or government facilities only available through travel.  Additional fees such as airline tickets, meals, group transportation, accommodations, travel and health insurance, excursions and other course related costs apply.  Other travel-related costs not specified in the cost of the travel study experience are to be paid for by participants.    For more information, see the Study Abroad Program section of this catalog.

FAM 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Practical experience in one or more of the 10 Content Areas of Family Life Education as outlined by the National Council on Family Relations: Semester internships will be arranged by faculty members using proposals for the internship submitted by students.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 hours of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  Coursework will include a written summary and evaluation of the experience.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an application for an internship form.   Prerequisites: FAM 332, FAM 425, FAM 430, FAM 435. Internship fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

FAM 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in Family Studies under the guidance of an instructor.   Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study.  Supplemental fees: Independent Study/Research fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

FAM 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Family Studies.  May be repeated for up to 6 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.

FINANCE

FIN 321 Financial Statement Analysis (4 Credits)

A study of the analysis and interpretation of financial statement data.  Issues investigated include the measurement of credit capacity, firm performance, and investment quality.  Topics covered include measurement of cash flows, pension fund accounting, Pro-forma statements, sustainable growth, and SEC disclosure requirements.   Prerequisites: FIN 330, ACC 222.

FIN 330 Principles of Finance (4 Credits)

An introduction to the financial concepts and methods utilized in the business environment.  Topics include capital budgeting and planning, financial statement analysis, evaluating short and long-term financing methods, investment strategy, and other issues related to managing the finances of an organization.   Prerequisite: ACC 221

FIN 334 Small Business Finance (4 Credits)

This course covers the financial aspects of small business management for owners of sole proprietorships, partnerships, and small non-public corporations.  Emphasis is given to the financial analysis of operating results, forecasting, capital budgeting, working capital management, valuation of small firms, and sources of funding for small business, including self-funding, debt, angel financing, venture capital, and IPOs.   Prerequisite: FIN 330

FIN 336 Derivative Securities (4 Credits)

An introductory course in derivatives and their use in business.  Emphasis is placed on the use of derivatives as risk-reduction instruments, and the course focuses on hedging the risk of common business transactions.  Applications and financial practice, rather than the theory of derivatives pricing, are emphasized.   Prerequisite: FIN 330

FIN 430 Investments and Portfolio Management (4 Credits)

An investigation of the analysis, risks, and performance of various investments, including common stocks, bonds, mutual funds, options, and futures.  Portfolio risk and diversification are extensively examined.  Material relevant to both personal investing and professional portfolio management is covered.   Prerequisite: FIN 330.

FIN 434 Management of Financial Institutions (4 Credits)

A comparison of commercial banks, investment banks, savings and loans, credit unions, mutual savings banks, and money market funds with respect to their sources of funding, application of funds, and sources of profitability.  Develops and compares performance benchmarks of various financial institutions.  Explains the major functions of each type of financial institution in our economy, and how these roles impact their assets and liability mix.   Prerequisite: FIN 330

GEOGRAPHY (GEO)

At its most basic, geography involves a curiosity about our home, the surface of the earth.  Anyone who loves to travel or who has an affinity for maps is at heart a geographer.  Although in the popular understanding, geography is usually identified with simply facts about places (“Where is Denmark?” “What’s the capital of Wyoming”), yet the serious study of geography involves much more.

GEO 101 Introduction to Geography w/ Lab (5 Credits)

This course focuses on the distribution of Earth’s natural systems and processes over space (weather, climate, ecology, geology, etc.), as well as why those phenomena occur where they do.  Students will understand these physical processes as they relate to the four spheres of physical geography: atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere.  This course is designed for students to gain understanding of the physical processes and concepts of Earth and to learn to use maps and other geographic tools, as well as understand human influence on these processes.

GEO 301 Cultural Geography (4 Credits)

This course will study dynamic cultural processes and patterns worldwide, such as the distribution and diffusion of people, their religions, their customs, and their economic means.  In addition, cultural geography examines how people relate to one another as well as how people interact with their environment, including agriculture and settlement patterns.

GEO 399 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Geography.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

GEO 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in Geography through participation in professional experiences within government, business, or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 hours of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required.  Internship fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

GEO 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in Geography under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required. Supplemental fees: Independent Study/Research fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

GEO 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Geography.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

GOVERNMENT (GOV)

Courses in government introduce students to the principal fields of inquiry in political science.  A Government (political science) degree is excellent preparation for government service and employment in community agencies and interest groups.  Although there is no single appropriate undergraduate preparation for law school, data compiled by the Law School Admissions Council shows that, of those applying to law school, more had earned undergraduate degrees in political science (Government) than in any other major or field.

GOV 102 U.S. Government (4 Credits)

This course will be on the structure, operation and process of national, state, and local government, The Constitution will be studied.  Public policy, political parties and citizen involvement with government will be discussed.  The course may include on-site observation of some aspects of government.

HISTORY (HIS)

The study of the past broadens our perspective and allows us to discover the essential elements of human existence.  Besides preparing students for careers in government service, law, teaching, business, advertising, and journalism, an education in history can lead to a variety of enriching careers.

HIS 101 World History I (4 Credits)

A survey, with a biblical perspective, of the development of World History from ancient times to the Protestant Reformation, including Church history and Christian apologetics.

HIS 102 World History II (4 Credits)

A survey, with a biblical perspective, of the development of World History from the Protestant Reformation to the present time, including Church history and Christian apologetics.

HIS 103 United States History I (4 Credits)

A survey of the history of the United States from its colonial beginnings to the Civil War.

HIS 104 United States History II (4 Credits)

A survey of the history of the United States from the Civil War to the present.

HIS 212 United States and California Governments (4 Credits)

A study of the United States Constitution and California history and constitution.  The emphasis of the course is on the relationships between federal, state, and local governments.

HIS 299 New and Trending Topics (5 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in History Studies.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits.    Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

HIS 310 History of Christianity (4 Credits)

This seminar-style course combines two survey courses: History of Christianity I and II.  We begin with the Complex Inter-Testament Period as background for the nascent apostolic witness communities.  Next, we examine primary sources essential for the study of ecclesiastical history. Remaining sessions, era by era, will highlight; institutional developments, theological controversies & schisms, influential leaders & movements that comprise Christianity’s legacy.

HIS 316 Family Structure & Function (4 Credits)

A survey of current research in the sociological study of contemporary American families.  Topics include demographic trends, variant family structures, changing gender roles, and family and workplace issues.  Special consideration is given to the implications for ministry.

HIS 360 Civil War (4 Credits)

This course is a deeper analysis of the key events, people, and concepts critical to the conflict of the United States Civil War, from 1830 to 1865.  The class will examine political, social and cultural forces in the American experience of this era.  Topics will include, but not be limited to sectionalism, abolitionism, journalistic portrayal of the war from both sides, military history, technological advances in weaponry and medicine, home-front issues, and Lincoln’s leadership of the war.

HIS 370 Colonial and Revolutionary War Era (4 Credits)

Study of American colonization from 1607 through the end of the American Revolution in 1783 through the study of economic political, religious, and societal growth using both historical and literary sources.

HIS 399 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in History.  May be repeated for up to 3 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

HIS 430 The Holocaust (5 Credits)

Examines the ideological and historical context of the Nazi holocaust (1933-1945), creating a balance between the unique meaning of the event and its universal lessons. Seminar format.

HIS 431 Modern Israel (5 Credits)

This course explores the historical background for the Modern State of Israel, surveying diverse 19th Century Zionist expressions, their developments between two world wars, and Israel’s declaration of statehood. From this context, the students will examine contemporary challenges and conflicts.

HIS 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in History through participation in professional experiences within government, business or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 hours of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Internship fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

HIS 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in History under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required. Supplemental fees: Independent Study/Research fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

HIS 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in History.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

HEALTH SERVICES ADMNISTRATION (HSA)

The Health Service Administration Program provides students the opportunity to prepare for careers in the management of health organizations, including hospitals, local and federal agencies, long term care facilities, health maintenance organizations, ambulatory care facilities, managed care corporations, mental health facilities, and other related organizations and to pursue advanced degrees in health administration.  As part of their preparation students are required to complete directed research and internship courses.

HSA 201 Introduction to U.S. Health Services Administration (4 Credits)

The course introduces current administrative practices in such areas as governance and organization, planning, marketing, human resources, facility management, hospital administration and ethics.   Prerequisite: GOV 101

HSA 203 Medical Terminology (4 Credits)

This course will introduce commonly used terminology in health services administration and the medical field.

HSA 204 Environmental and Occupational Issues in Health Services Administration (4 Credits)

This course examines regulatory policies regarding environmental and occupational issues in health services administration.   Prerequisite: HSA 201

HSA 210 Accounting for Health Services Administration (4 Credits)

This course introduces the standards and practices of accounting for health service administration.   Prerequisite: HSA 201

HSA 211 Long Term Care Health Services Administration (4 Credits)

This course will examine long-term delivery systems; regulations; manpower systems; nursing; financing and the special needs of long-term facilities.

Prerequisite: PUAD 201

HSA 313 Policy Aspects of Health Services Administration (4 Credits)

This course examines how historical and contemporary policies for health services administration are developed and implemented.   Prerequisite: HSA 201

HSA 315 Scientific Evidence in Health Services Administration (4 Credits)

This course explores the use of scientific evidence in decision making or regulatory and public health policy purposes and looks at how the legal systems approach environmental and toxic exposure claims.   Prerequisite: HSA 201

HSA 332 Issues in Health Policy (4 Credits)

This course provokes knowledge of policies and policy making in health service administration, topics include the responsibility of government to provide health care, the regulation of health professional, and the roles and responsibilities of insurance organizations.   Prerequisite: HSA 201

HSA 334 Economics of Public Health (4 Credits)

This course focuses on the economic aspects of public health.  Topics include supply and demand, cost, facility utilization rate, patterns of services, new technology, and the problems of inflation.   Prerequisite: HSA 201

HSA 336 Legal an Ethical Issues in Health Service Administration (4 Credits)

This course will examine the legal issues arising out of health care delivery.  It will cover licensing, quality control, tort liability, liability for health care institutions, informed consent assesses and cost, organizational structures and liability of managed care organization.

HSA 338 Hospital Administration and Services (4 Credits)

This course provides lessons in the management and delivery of health care services from the institutional viewpoint.  It includes an analysis of communications, decision making in the operations, the evaluation and quality of health care, personnel and leadership of medical and administrative staff and collective bargaining.   Prerequisite: HSA 201

HSA 401 Health Services Financial Management (4 Credits)

This course examines the various techniques of financial management in health care administration.  Elements and concepts of financial planning and decision making in the areas of billing, budgeting, taxes, borrowing, accounts payables, receivables and investments are introduced.   Prerequisite: HSA 201

HSA 403 Health Service Information Systems (4 Credits)

This course examines the role of information in the health care setting and the application of information technology in health care administration.

Prerequisite: HSA 201 and 301

HSA 405 Comparative Health Services Administration (4 Credits)

This course focuses om the evaluation of various organizational patterns, functions offered by the trends in international health services administration.  Emphasis is also placed on the sources of such differences, and the significance of systems to the health status of nation and the world.   Prerequisite: HSA 201

HSA 471 Internship (4 Credits)

Supervised practical work experience in health services administration.   Prerequisite: HEAS 201,301, and 403

HUMANITIES (HUM)

The humanities courses are designed to encourage a student to be intellectually courageous, to work both cooperatively and independently, to form new connections and to master the skills of analysis, interpretation, effective communication, and imagination-skills that are becoming increasingly crucial for success.

HUM 101 – The Humanities Through the Arts (4 Credits)

This is an integrated study of the arts, including painting, sculpture, landscape, cityscape, music, dance, theatre, photography, film and literature. Students are assisted in discovering that the appreciation of art is an expression of the human spirit.  It examines works from various epochs, cultures, and genres, noting common elements and distinctive characteristics.  Audio-visual resources are commonly used, and field trips will be arranged.

HUM 205 World Civilization I (4 Credits)

The course focuses on the study of the diverse cultural history of Western, African, Middle Eastern and Asian civilizations from their beginnings to 1500.  Topics include politics, economics, aesthetics, and the history of ideas.

HUM 206 World Civilization II (4 Credits)

A continuation of World Civilizations.  Covers topics from 1500 to the present.   Prerequisite: ENG 101

HUM 208 World Literature I (4 Credits)

World Literature I and II are concerned with the study of literary masterpieces of the Western and non-Western world.  Through written analysis and discussions, students formulate their own interpretations of these classic texts and ponder issues that arise.  The process develops critical thinking skills, historical and multicultural awareness, and aesthetic appreciation.

HUM 209 World Literature II (4 Credits)

The Seventeenth Century to The Present   Prerequisite: HUM 208

HUM 210 American Literature (4 Credits)

This course discusses the highlights of the American literary heritage, including poems, short stories, plays, essays, speeches, and other literary works.  Students develop critical thinking skills, historical and multicultural awareness, and aesthetic appreciation.  Written critiques and class discussion will be required.   Prerequisite: ENG 102

HUM 300 Special Topics in the Humanities (4 Credits)

Courses vary depending on student interest and faculty availability.  Possible topics may include courses in various literary genres, courses in various genres of the performing arts, and great thinkers of the world.   Prerequisite: ENG 102

HUM 302 Experiencing the Arts (4 Credits)

This course involves students in the creative process by giving them an opportunity to practice an art form.  Actual topics will vary.  Courses may be offered in various are forms such as drawing and sketching, painting, dance, music, poetry, or the short story.   Prerequisite: ART 101

HUM 303 Professional Ethics (4 Credits)

Ethical problems common to the professional world still be examined.  Lectures and assignments provided for the study of the relationship between free enterprise an social justice and the study of ethics manifested to different issues throughout our society.  Topics include the ethics of advertising, and individual and corporate responsibility.

HUM 304 American Arts and Society (4 Credits)

This course is a study of the interrelationship between American Art and Society, providing a comprehensive view of America’s rich cultural life from the colonial days to the present.   Prerequisite: ART 101

HUM 401 World Religions, Myths, and Spiritual Symbols (4 Credits)

This course studies the underlying spiritual meaning and significance encountered in symbols, myths, and religions.  Included are a study of such major religions as Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Judaism, Islam, and Christianity.  The humanities course offers an integrative approach to philosophical and religious world views in relation to such questions as the origin of all things, the limits of knowledge, and the role and responsibilities of the individual.  It also examines the philosophical and religious views of the great thinkers throughout history.   Prerequisite: ENGL 102, PHIL 202

HUMN 402 Science, Technology and Society in a Changing World (4 Credits)

This study is ultimately an exploration of our humanity.  Within humanistic perspective, this course examines the way in which our ideas and hence our society and culture change a new discoveries and developments in science and technology become part of our expanding knowledge of the world and universe.  From this humanistic approach to studying science and technology, students will understand that the human being, in the continuous quest to understand life, has adapted his or her own character.  The course will explore some of the major developments in the history of science and technology, focusing on how they changed our understanding of our world.   Prerequisite: ENG 102

HUM 405 Comparative Political and Economic Systems (4 Credits)

This course offers a comparative analysis of political and economic systems.  One theme will be the range of differences in the formation of states from which the modern states and in the societies developed.  Another theme will be the ways in which the changing nature of the international system created modern states and national economics that are similar and different.  The student should see all that states, even the most powerful such as the United States, are affected by influences originating outside their borders.   Prerequisite: ENG 102

LIFE AT AU (LIA)

LIA 101 Community, Covenant, Commitments (4 Credits)

This course introduces incoming freshmen to college life at Asher University, including who we are, how we live, and what we believe.  Course content includes presentation of the Asher University liberal arts philosophy and curriculum, mission, and vision, community covenant, and core commitments.

LIA 102 Biblical Worldview and Culture (4 Credits)

This course is divided into three content areas designed to prepare students for future studies in the Liberal Arts series and their chosen academic major: 1) strategic biblical worldview training; 2) biblical theories of culture; and 3) introduction to a biblical understanding of the concepts of truth, beauty, goodness, and justice.

LIA 105 Foundations and Biblical Worldview (4 Credits)

This course introduces incoming students to Asher University, including who we are, how we live, and what we believe.  Course content includes presentation of the University liberal arts philosophy and curriculum, mission and vision, community covenant, and University core commitments. Additionally, the course presents systematic worldview training designed to equip students to discern and understand the contemporary culture within a biblical worldview context, to recognize competing worldviews in contemporary culture, and to develop strategies for taking the biblical worldview to the culture in an engaging, relevant, creative, and uncompromised way.

KINESIOLOGY

The Health and Human Performance emphasis is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in Kinesiology with an understanding of related research.  Kinesiology majors are prepared to pursue graduate studies for potential careers in Wellness, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Sport Psychology, Motor Development, Motor Learning, Motor Control, and Kinesiology. In addition, this emphasis provides the foundation for allied health professions like Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Personal Training, Nutritionist, and coaching

KIN 220 Foundations of Human Movement Studies (4 Credits)

This course will introduce and explore the broad field of human movement, exercise and physical activity.  This course will introduce students to the domains and disciplines of study used to understand human movement, exercise and physical activity.  Students will learn how to read, understand, critique, and write research articles the discipline of Kinesiology.

KIN 304 Motor Learning and Control (4 Credits)

This course will give an overview of significant behavioral theories which influence and determine the learning and production of motor skills. Included will be learning theories and motor control theories as well as application of theory to motor performance.

KIN 305 Motor Development (4 Credits )

This course will study motor skills and physical development from birth to adulthood with an emphasis on infancy, childhood, and adolescence including neurological, physiological, intellectual, social, and emotional factors that influence gross and fine movement activities.

KIN 320 Historical, Social, Cultural Foundations of Sport and P.E. (4 Credits)

This course will present and discuss the philosophical, historical, and sociological constructs relevant to sport and physical education.  Philosophy of sport will explore ways to understand sport involvement.  History of sport will be explored from Ancient Greece to modern times.  Sociology of sport will be explored regarding current challenges, relevant issues, and controversies in sport and physical education.

KIN 365 Sport Psychology (4 Credits)

The role of psychomotor and cognitive factors in human movement and sport settings are discussed and explored in this course along with selected topics of such as personality theory, arousal, attribution theory, achievement motivation, anxiety, sport performance interventions, goal setting, attention styles, aggression, social facilitation, social reinforcement, and imagery.

KIN 403 Biomechanics (4 Credits)

This introductory course will look at the basic principles of anatomical mechanics and their applications to human movement including an analysis of efficient movement.  Lab time is included in the schedule.  A lab fee is required.   Prerequisite: KIN 317

KIN 406 Exercise Physiology (4 Credits)

This course applies the physiological principles to the study of human performance in exercise.  A lab fee is required.   Prerequisites: BIO 246 and BIO 247.

KIN 407 Kinesiology (5 Credits)

This course will study human movement with an emphasis on the structure and function of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems.  A lab fee is required. Prerequisite:  BIO 246.

KIN 410 Statistics and Measurement (4 Credits)

The development, evaluation, and administration of measurement techniques and tests in exercise science will be explored through lecture and practical applications.  Basic statistical analyses and applications in interpreting tests and measurements are taught.  A lab fee is required.

KIN 409 Research in Kinesiology (1 Credit)

This course will require students to apply research methods and skills towards the completion of original student-conducted research.  This course may require library research, field and/or laboratory research, and statistical analysis to be completed under the supervision of a faculty advisor.

KIN 420 Research Methods in Kinesiology (4 Credits)

This course will prepare students to read, critique, and conduct scientific research.  Through practical experience and understanding of research methods students will develop the skills and knowledge needed to conduct research using a variety of assessments and data collection methods in the discipline of human movement.

Choose five (5) of the following courses:

BIO 371: Neuroscience (6 Credits)

This course is an introduction to the neurosciences, including cellular, systems, cognitive, and computational neurobiology, as well as mammalian neuroanatomy.  Primary neuroscientific literature will be analyzed, and approaches to studying the nervous system will be examined.  Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. Offered annually (typically fall semester).

KIN 306 Nutritional Sciences (4 Credits)

This course will explore issues pertinent to the study of health and nutrition for the active individual.  This course will analyze concepts and controversies and will emphasize the importance of research and clinical studies in the current nutritional literature.  Students will also examine and discuss key concepts concerning the role of nutrition in overall health and well-being for a healthy lifestyle.

KIN 307 Exercise and Gerontology (4 Credits)

This course is will explore the latest evidence-based research on the effects of aging and will familiarize students with the physiological impacts of aging as it relates to the decline in physical development, cardiovascular and pulmonary functioning, and muscular strength and power.  This course will also introduce the effects of declining motor skills as well as other physical-psychosocial relationships associated with aging.

KIN 330 Lifestyle Medicine and Wellness (4 Credits)

This course will explore the research evidence for lifestyle effects on health and wellness including; nutrition, fluids, physical activity, stress, depression, happiness, sleep, pain management, and addiction; issues in health literacy; lifestyle effects on behavior change and motivation; and the role of lifestyle on chronic disease.  Students will learn an alternative way of understanding health and health care compared to the typical pay-for-service or caring for the sick health care model.

KIN 335 Physical Activity and Epidemiology (4 Credits)

This course will explore the effects of physical activity on chronic disease prevention and health promotion throughout the life span, from clinical and public health perspectives.  Discussion and application of real-life physical activity assessment, research, guidelines, and promotion in population levels.  Emphasis will be placed on the ability to understand and utilize epidemiology statistics.

KIN 364: Exercise Psychology (4 Credits)

This course will focus on the psychological understanding of exercise behavior through the examination of psychological, psycho-physiological, and social factors that influence physical activity participation and performance; how participating in physical activity and exercise affect psychological well-being; and the theoretical, methodological, and applied approaches to a variety of topics related to exercise psychology.

KIN 416 Advanced Exercise Physiology (4 Credits)

As a continuation of KIN 406 this course will survey and evaluate current concepts and literature regarding physiological regulatory mechanisms of oxygen transport and muscle metabolism including the examination of both acute and chronic effects of exercise with an emphasis placed on physiological limitations.   Lab time is included in the schedule.  A lab fee is required.   Prerequisite: KIN 406.

MATH (MAT)

The mathematics offerings are to prepare students to understand the foundations of mathematics for the immediately applicable of Mathematics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Statistics, Business Mathematics, Finite Algebra, and certain Applied Mathematics disciplines.

MAT 101 College Algebra I (5 Credits)

Fundamental mathematical and algebraic concepts and applications including the basic concepts of algebra, equations, inequalities, problem solving, functions, graphs, polynomials, rational functions.

MAT 103 College Trigonometry (5 Credits)

An introduction to trigonometrical/circular functions.  Trigonometrical identities, composite, and inverse functions, solving trigonometrical equations.  Triangles, vectors, matrices, and their application to solving systems of equations.  The analytical geometry of conic sections.  Introduction to sequence and series.   Prerequisite: MAT 101

 MAT 104 Basic Statistics, (Statistics I) (5 Credits)

Current statistical concepts including descriptive statistics, measures of central tendency and dispersion, graphical presentation data, basics of sampling, and probability theory, the normal distribution, and an introduction to hypothesis testing.   Prerequisite: MAT 101

MAT 201 College Algebra II (5 Credits)

Fundamental mathematical and algebraic concepts and applications including exponentials, logarithmic function, trigonometric and circular functions and equations triangles, vectors and applications sequences, series, and combinations.   Prerequisite: MAT 101

MAT 203 Calculus I (5 Credits)

Starts with a brief review of algebra.  Then this course introduces series and the concept of the limit of a function and its application, the basic rules of differentiation and integration, and techniques for solving, elementary differential equations.  This course will include applications to business, economics, biology, physical, and social sciences.   Prerequisite: MAT 201

MAT 204 Intermediate Statistics (Statistics II) (5 Credits)

Continuation of MAT 104 includes testing of hypothesis, confidence interval estimation, simple linear regression and correlation, and introduction to selected non-parametric techniques such as the chi-square statistics and the rank correlation method.  Introduction to advanced probability theory and statistical inference.  This course is sometimes offered as a project-based course to prepare students for business and marketing research.  It is highly recommended for students who plan to continue to graduate school.   Prerequisite: MATH 104

MAT 205 Mathematics for Business and Finance (5 Credits)

A study of the use of percentages, discounts, interest, and present work, sinking funds, and installment buying.  Includes pricing, depreciation, investments, and insurance.  The use of symbols and their application, equations, and formulas, as well as importance of statistics-table and chart construction are also discussed.   Prerequisite: MAT 104

MAT 206 Calculus and Analytical Geometry I (5 Credits)

In this course functions of all types will be discussed, including trigonometric and transcendental functions and their graphs.  Other topics will include limits, derivatives, rates of changes, techniques of differentiation, extreme values, the mean value theorem, differentials, techniques of integration, and fundamental theorem.   Prerequisite: MAT 103

MAT 207 Linear Algebra (5 Credits)

Simultaneous linear equations, vectors, determinants, matrices, linear transformations, linear programming, and optimization techniques will be covered.  Also, Eigenvalues, eigenvectors, unitary transformations will be covered.   Prerequisite: MAT 201

MAT 200 Finite Mathematics (3 Credits)

The course starts with a review of Algebra, Linear functions and systems of linear equating and Matrices.  Linear programming, mathematics of finite, sets and probability and some statistics will be followed.   Prerequisite: MAT 203

 MAT 303 Calculus II (5 Credits)

This is a continuation of MATH 203.  Topics include an introduction to topology and further discussion of limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, and series.  Functions of several variables will also be taught in this course.   Prerequisite: MAT 203 or permission of Department Chair

MAT 304 Advanced Statistics, (Statistics III) (5 Credits)

Advanced probability theory, multiple regression and correlation analysis, time series analysis and forecasting, decision theory, and statistical inference.   Prerequisite: MAT 204

MAT 305 Mathematical Modeling and Operations Research (5 Credits)

Basic methods in testing theory construction.  Emphasis on research problems in management sciences including probability models, game theory, small group decisions, programming inequalities, graphing, and simulation.  Deterministic Operations Research techniques will be discussed.

Prerequisite: MAT 203

MAT 306 Calculus and Analytical Geometry II (5 Credits)

This is the second calculus course or science majors.  Topics will include applications of integrals, transcendental functions, hyperbolic functions, first order differential equations.  The course also includes examinations of series and sequences.  Taylor and Maclaurin series and error estimation will also be covered.   Prerequisite: MAT 206

MAT 307 Matrix Theory (5 Credits)

Matrix algebra, matrices, and vectors, systems of linear equations, Gauss-Jordan method, linear independence, inverse, eigenvalue, and eigenvectors.

Prerequisite: MAT 207

MAT 403 Calculus III (5 Credits)

This is a continuation of MATH 303 and is an introduction to multivariable calculus.  Topics to be covered: infinite series, vector analysis, partial derivatives, and multiple integrals.  Taylor’s formula, the Riemann integral and sequences of functions will also be discussed.   Prerequisite: MAT 303

MAT 406 Calculus and Analytical Geometry (5 Credits)

This is the third course of calculus for science majors.  Topics include conic sections and quadratic equations, parameterizations of place curves, polar coordinates, graphing in polar coordinates, polar equations for conic sections, and integration in polar coordinates.   Also, multi-variable functions, partial derivatives, differentials, extreme values and Saddle points, Lagrange Multipliers, Taylor’s formula, and multiple integrals will be covered.   Prerequisite: MAT 306

MUSIC (MUS)

Courses in music help prepare students for work in communications, performing arts, public relations, sales, education, and business.

MUS 101 Music Appreciation (5 Credits)

This course is designed to explore various types, styles, periods, and national origins of music.  Its aim is to demonstrate the universality of music to foster standards that lead to an aesthetic appreciation.  While there will be very little time to establish a solid foundation of historical periods and styles, the object is to introduce the student to many kinds of music and to the important artists and the roles played by traditions, politics, and social customs.  No previous knowledge of music or performance of music is required.

 MARKETING (MKT)

Marketing majors are prepared for positions focusing on the provision of customer satisfaction through the exchange of goods and services.  Marketing is an essential function for all organizations.

MKT 202 Principles of Marketing (4 Credits)                                                                                                                                                           

Introduction to the marketing process; functions, institutions, and channels involved in distribution of goods and services from producers to consumers including a study of buying motives, marketing practices, strategies, and policies.

MKT 320 Business Logistics (4 Credits)

Survey of logistic systems.  Topics addressed include inventory policy, location of facilities, transportation, customer service, materials handling, multi-factory networks, and channel relationships.   Prerequisite: MGMT 224

MKT 321 Advertising (4 Credits)

Advertising and forms of sales promotion; techniques currently used by advertisers; investigation of media and their importance in development of advertising and promotion campaigns.   Prerequisite: MGMT 202

MKT 323 Sales Management (4 Credits)

Organization of sales department, planning sales force activities, operations of sales forces and evaluation of results.   Prerequisite: MGMT 321

MKT 324 Business to Business Marketing (4 Credits)

Aspects of marketing of goods and services from business to business, including pricing, promotion, and channel analysis.   Prerequisite: MGMT 323

MKT 350 Principles of Marketing (4 Credits)

An introduction to the basic concepts and strategies employed in marketing products, services, and ideas in a free economy and society.  An overview of product development and positioning, pricing strategy, distribution decisions, sales promotion, advertising, public relations, market segmentation, consumer behavior, and other topics related to modern marketing.   Prerequisite: BUS 101.

MKT 354 Advertising and Promotion (4 Credits)

This course discusses how marketers blend advertising, public relations, direct marketing, interactive/Internet marketing, sales promotion, and personal selling to promote their product or idea effectively.  An emphasis is placed on implementing an integrated promotional strategy, rather than treating each of the above as isolated elements.  The evaluation of the social role that advertising and promotion play in our society is also covered.

Prerequisite: MKT 350.

MKT 382 Social Media Marketing (4 Credits)

This course gives an overview of social media marketing and helps students learn the usage of social media tools for marketing purposes.  The course will increase students’ working knowledge of the four zones of social media (community, publishing, entertainment, and commerce).  Students will learn how social media can be used to build brands, conduct business, support causes, rally the masses, and build and maintain relationships.  The course will also cover the relevance and importance of social media tools to new and emerging marketing processes, as well as how they integrate with the marketing plan.   Prerequisite: MKT 350.

MKT 392 Consumer Behavior (4 Credits)

This course discusses consumer behavior, emphasizing the role of consumer behavior in students’ lives, business strategy, policy making, and society.  The emphasis is on understanding and analyzing consumer acquisition, consumption, and disposition processes.  Students will study how consumers think, feel, and interact with retail spaces, goods, services, brands, and ideas.   Prerequisite: MKT 350.

MKT 421 International Marketing (4 Credits)

Introduction to international business foreign trade policies; U.S. markets for foreign goods ad foreign markets for U.S. products; channels of international marketing including advertising and sales promotion, role of government.   Prerequisite: MGMT 401

MKT 423 Marketing Research (4 Credits)

Using case studies and actual marketing research fieldwork techniques and methodology for mail, telephone, and personal interview surveys are examined. Topics include hypothesis testing, sample design, statistical sampling methodology, regression analysis techniques, questionnaire design and testing, and behavior measurement techniques.  Sources of prior original research as well as published data are considered.  Students will visit a marketing research firm.

MKT 424 Marketing Management (4 Credits)

This is the capstone course in marketing and should be taken in the last or second to last term of the undergraduate program.  It provides a analysis of marketing problems; study of decision making and managerial aspects of marketing using problems or case study approach; development of organizations and procedures for control of marketing activities; pricing, selection of channels, government controls; organization and direction of sales campaigns.   Prerequisite: MGT 224

MKT 444 Entrepreneurial Marketing (4 Credits)

This course is about the marketing challenges in an entrepreneurial firm.  Entrepreneurship is the discovery, enactment, and pursuit of new business opportunities.  Successful execution of an entrepreneurial idea 205 requires a sound marketing plan.  In this course, we will investigate how marketing tools can enable entrepreneurs to realize the full potential of their ideas.   Prerequisite: MKT 350.

 

MKT 450 Marketing Management (4 Credits)

A study of contemporary strategies employed in marketing management.  Topics include marketing plan development, strategic marketing decision making, and a discussion of current trends in marketing and promotional management.  The course will include case study analysis of major corporations and organizations facing contemporary marketing challenges.   Prerequisite: MKT 350.

MKT 452 Marketing Research (4 Credits)

A comprehensive examination of the marketing research process.  The course covers the topics of the formulation of the research problem and objectives, research design, the use of secondary data, survey techniques, using focus groups, social media as a tool in marketing research, questionnaire design, statistical tools for data analysis, and preparing the research report and presentation.   Prerequisite: MKT  350

MANAGEMENT (MGT)

 MGT 232 Personal Money Management (4 Credits)

A biblically based survey of financial management methods for individuals and households, with emphasis upon Christian stewardship principles. Topics include financial planning and goal setting, budgeting, income tax preparation, banking and credit, savings and investment, major purchase evaluation, home ownership, purchasing insurance, retirement planning, and personal financial software.   Prerequisite: MGT 340

MGT 340 Principles of Management (4 Credits)

An introduction to the basic principles involved with the management of an organization.  An overview of strategic planning, organizational structures, leadership, human resource management, control mechanisms, organization behavior, managing conflict and change, and other related topics.   Prerequisite: BUS 101.

 MGT 342 Organizational Behavior (4 Credits)

A study of the structural and interpersonal dynamics affecting the functioning of organizations.  Topics include communication strategy, team building, conflict resolution, and motivational theory.  Special emphasis will be given to the social, psychological, and cultural aspects of organizational behavior.   Prerequisite: MGT 340.

 MGT 352 Selling and Sales Management (4 Credits)

A study of the process involved in personal selling and the management of the sales force.  Sales presentations are discussed, and topics such as prospecting, closing, and referrals are emphasized.  Next, the management of the sales force is covered, including issues such as employee selection, compensation 204 systems, sales force retention, and motivation.  Each student will deliver several sales presentations, and these will be recorded and analyzed by the class.   Prerequisite: MKT 350.

MGT 432 International Trade (5 Credits)

A survey of the practice and problems involved in international trade.  Topics covered include sources of exchange rate risk measurement and management, government policies to control exchange rates, transaction exposure, translation exposure, economic exposure, hedging, sources of funding for imports and exports, and direct foreign investment.   Prerequisite: FIN 330.

MGT 440 Human Resource Management (4 Credits)

An overview of personnel administration within organizations.  Topics include planning, staffing, training, compensation, appraisal, and labor relations.  Special emphasis will be given to contemporary legal and ethical issues in the work environment.   Prerequisite: MGT 340.

 MGT 442 Management of Not-for-Profit Organizations (5 Credits)

An examination of the management concepts and techniques unique to the not-for-profit organization.  Special emphasis will be given to the management and marketing of religious, educational, social service, and charitable organizations.   Prerequisite: MGT 340.

MGT 460 Strategic Management (4 Credits)

An overview of the methods and models utilized in strategic planning and decision making, emphasizing the role of executive leadership.  The class will employ the case study method for strategic problem-solving.  The course content includes organizational analysis, executive leadership development, and strategic planning. Prerequisites: Completion of all required business major core courses.

MARKETING

 MKT 350 Principles of Marketing (5 Credits)

An introduction to the basic concepts and strategies employed in marketing products, services, and ideas in a free economy and society.  An overview of product development and positioning, pricing strategy, distribution decisions, sales promotion, advertising, public relations, market segmentation, consumer behavior, and other topics related to modern marketing.   Prerequisite: BUS 101.

MKT 354 Advertising and Promotion (5 Credits)

This course discusses how marketers blend advertising, public relations, direct marketing, interactive/Internet marketing, sales promotion, and personal selling to promote their product or idea effectively.  An emphasis is placed on implementing an integrated promotional strategy, rather than treating each of the above as isolated elements.  The evaluation of the social role that advertising and promotion play in our society is also covered.

Prerequisite: MKT 350.

MKT 382 Social Media Marketing (5 Credits)

This course gives an overview of social media marketing and helps students learn the usage of social media tools for marketing purposes. The course will increase students’ working knowledge of the four zones of social media (community, publishing, entertainment, and commerce). Students will learn how social media can be used to build brands, conduct business, support causes, rally the masses, and build and maintain relationships. The course will also cover the relevance and importance of social media tools to new and emerging marketing processes, as well as how they integrate with the marketing plan.   Prerequisite: MKT 350.

MKT 392 Consumer Behavior (5 Credits)

This course discusses consumer behavior, emphasizing the role of consumer behavior in students’ lives, business strategy, policy making, and society. The emphasis is on understanding and analyzing consumer acquisition, consumption, and disposition processes.  Students will study how consumers think, feel, and interact with retail spaces, goods, services, brands, and ideas.   Prerequisite: MKT 350.

MKT 444 Entrepreneurial Marketing (5 Credits)

This course is about the marketing challenges in an entrepreneurial firm.  Entrepreneurship is the discovery, enactment, and pursuit of new business opportunities.  Successful execution of an entrepreneurial idea 205 requires a sound marketing plan.  In this course, we will investigate how marketing tools can enable entrepreneurs to realize the full potential of their ideas.   Prerequisite: MKT 350.

MKT 450 Marketing Management (5 Credits)

A study of contemporary strategies employed in marketing management.  Topics include marketing plan development, strategic marketing decision making, and a discussion of current trends in marketing and promotional management.  The course will include case study analysis of major corporations and organizations facing contemporary marketing challenges.   Prerequisite: MKT 350.

MKT 452 Marketing Research (5 Credits)

A comprehensive examination of the marketing research process.  The course covers the topics of the formulation of the research problem and objectives, research design, the use of secondary data, survey techniques, using focus groups, social media as a tool in marketing research, questionnaire design, statistical tools for data analysis, and preparing the research report and presentation. Prerequisite: MKT  350

NATURAL SCIENCE (NSC)

The natural science courses are offered as an interdisciplinary approach to the study of science.  They stress the interrelationship of earth science and geology, as well as mathematics.

NSC 106 Introduction to Science (5 Credits)

This course explores the fundamental characteristics of living matter from the molecular level to the ecological community, with emphasis on general biological principles.  Students will explore a series of current issues.

NSC 107 Introduction to Science (Geology) (5 Credits)

An overview of the elements of physical geology, historical geology, mineralogy, meteorology, cartography, climatology, oceanography, and astronomy will be analyzing fundamental concepts of physics and chemistry and the underlying scientific laws will be discussed.  Emphasis is on providing the non-scientist with comprehensive knowledge of the basics in each of the fields covered.

NSC 108 Environmental Science (5 Credits)

This presents an overview of the elements of ecosystems, conservation of natural resources, human environments (past, present, and future), and research and practices to meet threats to the environment.  Topics covered will emphasize transnational environmental issues including global warming, ozone, species extinction, human population growth and world food production.

NSC 300 Special topics in The Natural Sciences (5 Credits)

Courses vary depending on student interest and faculty availability.

 

ORIENTATION (ORTN)

A one-credit seminar, the course brings students together weekly to interact and adjust to the new expectations they face at AU.  Whether you are worried about getting to know faculty and other students, or just want to know what’s happening on campus, ORNT 101 is guaranteed to help all new students be Successful from The Start.

ORT 101 (2 Credit)

This course in Orientation focuses on the development of skills that enhance academic success—time planning and management an goal setting.  Topics will include study strategies, choosing a major, career planning, and college policies and procedures.  Students will build oral communication skills by working in small groups and by making an individual presentation.

 

PHILOSOPHY

The study of philosophy serves to develop intellectual abilities important for life, beyond the knowledge and skills required for any profession.  Properly pursued, it enhances analytical, critical, and interpretive capacities that are applicable to any subject-matter, and in any human context.

 PHI 101 Introduction to Philosophy I (4 Credits)

A systematic approach to the analysis of philosophical problems.  The course will examine classic philosophical issues, including the problem of evil, the existence of God, the nature of knowledge, the basis of morality and value, and the primary alternatives offered down through the history of Western thought.

PHI 103 Philosophy II (4 Credits)

Students will engage in the analysis of nature and meaning of the human condition.  The course includes epistemology (the study of truth and knowledge), metaphysics (study of existence and reality), and ethics.  Students will tackle major philosophical questions, such as the mind-body problem, knowledge vs skepticism, free will vs determinism, the existence of God, and the foundations of morality.  Explores both Western and Eastern approaches, and incorporates perspectives from religion, anthropology, and the social and natural sciences.  Extensive reading, writing, and discussion is required.  The reading will include a variety of sources ranging from Plato to contemporary philosophers.   Prerequisite: ENG 102

 PHIL 201 Contemporary Ethics (4 Credits)

A seminar that examines the nature of ethical judgments, major expressions of ethical theory, and the structure of moral reasoning within a theistic context. A major part of the course consists of discussions of contemporary moral issues.

PHI 202 Introduction to Logic (4 Credits)

This course introduced students to basic principles and techniques of symbolic and categorical reasoning.  Strong emphasis will be on practical argumentation in everyday life, including critiques of argumentation and use of argument in speaking and writing.  Differences in valid and sound reasoning will be explored.   Prerequisite: ENG 101

PHI 244 Philosophy of Religion (4 Credits)

The philosophical investigation of the following aspects of religion: arguments for and against the existence of God, the rationality of religious belief (including the relationship between faith and reason), the nature and function of religious language, the coherence of the divine attributes, miracles, and immortality.

 PHI 299 New and Trending Topics (5 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in Philosophy Studies.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits.   Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

PHI 301 The Roots of Power: A History of Political Philosophy (4 Credits)

Students will survey the principal political thinkers who has influenced antiquity and the modern and post-modern world, including Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, St. Thomas, Aquinas, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Loke, Burke, Mill, Rousseau, Jefferson, Madison, Nietzsche, Sartre, and Fanon.  Students will conduct primary research work based on the works of one or more of the philosophers studied.  The format may be a conventional research paper or other special project prepared in consultation with the professor.   Prerequisite: PHI 202

PHI 310 Philosophy of Christian Thought (4 Credits)

A survey of the philosophy of Christian thought as presented by Alvin Plantinga, C.S. Lewis, Norman Geisler, and Francis Schaeffer.  Emphasis given to the writings of Francis Schaeffer.

PHI 399 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Philosophy.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

PHI 400 World Philosophy (7 Credits)

This course presents a broad yet in-depth philosophical investigation of ideas about truth and reality, within the context of a survey of the history of philosophy and a categorized worldview critique.  Classical philosophical questions (metaphysical, epistemological, and ethical) are correlated with the most basic assumptions about reality upon which all worldviews are constructed.  Students will learn to apply principles of logic to test ideas and to evaluate major worldview systems by rigorously evaluating their prime propositions and arguments.  Prerequisite: PHI 101.

PHI 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in Philosophy through participation in professional experiences within government, business, or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 hours of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Internship fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

PHI 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in Philosophy under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required.  Supplemental fees: Independent Study/Research fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

PHI 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Philosophy. May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

 

PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PHE)

PHE 101 Beginning Weight Training (4 Credit)

Students may earn credit for beginning weight training.  Emphasis is placed on proper use of equipment, lifting technique, safety precautions, and establishing an understanding of different weightlifting techniques and programs for all students.

PHE 120 Men’s Basketball (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 121 Women’s Basketball (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 122 Men’s Soccer (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 123 Volleyball (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 124 Women’s Soccer (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 125 Men’s Cross Country (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 126 Men’s Golf (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 127 Baseball (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 128 Women’s Cross Country (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 129 Women’s Golf (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.  * No more than six credits of Physical Education credits (PED) may be applied to a program of study.

PHE 130 Softball (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 133 Men’s Track ( 4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 134 Women’s Track (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 135 Football (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 136 Women’s Swimming (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university -sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 137 Women’s Acrobatics & Tumbling (4 Credit)

Students may earn a sports credit for participating in university-sponsored sporting programs that include at least 10 hours of physically active, formal, progressive instruction under the guidance of a qualified instructor or coach.

PHE 197 Student Coaching Internship (4 Credit)

This course is intended to give students practical experience in coaching.  With this course, students will complete 300 coaching hours to fulfill the requirement of verified coaching hours.  Students will intern by working alongside local middle school coaches of their designated sport(s).  A minimum of 100.0 hours must be obtained per credit, and the course may be repeated for up to 4 credit hours to acquire 400 coaching hours.   Prerequisite: CPR CERTIFICATION

PHE 297 Student Coaching Internship (7 Credit)

This course is intended to give students practical experience in coaching.  With this course, students will complete 300 coaching hours to fulfill the requirement of verified coaching hours.  Students will intern by working alongside local college or  high school coaches of their designated sport(s).  A minimum of 90.0 hours must be obtained per credit, and the course may be repeated for up to 14 credit hours to acquire 400 coaching hours.  Prerequisite: CPR CERTIFICATION

PHE 301 Coaching Fundamentals (4 Credits)

This course is designed to give prospective middle school and high school level coaches/educators a foundation and preparation for coaching. It will include developing a personal purpose and mission statement, an understanding of policies/procedures and expectations, family, and coach relationship, competing biblically, training, character programs and development, emergency care plan development, in and out of season structural development and sport specific analysis of skills, and discussion of developmental appropriateness, terms and basic rules for players.

 

PHE 302 Introduction to Health and Fitness (4 Credit)

This course will include an introduction to the basics of human anatomy and physiology and fundamentals of motor development. Students will become knowledgeable about health and fitness theory, nutrition, and the development of practical safety, health, and well-being life skills.  Current and relevant topics will be discussed – bullying, childhood obesity, recess.  Students will also gain practical application of Health and Fitness theory for the classroom to promote and support academic learning.

 

PHE 310 Teaching Team Sports (4 Credits)

This course is designed to give prospective physical education instructors a foundation for teaching team sports.  It will include an analysis of skills, discussion of developmental appropriateness, terms, basic rules for traditional (such as basketball, football, baseball, hockey, volleyball) and non-traditional team sports (such as cricket, flag football, pickle ball, ultimate frisbee).  Students will also be taught strategies for effective teaching of physical education in the K-12 classroom, including developmental appropriateness, differentiation, and classroom management.  This course is taught with a biblical worldview touching on the essential questions such as- “What is truth?” “What is beauty?” “What is justice?” and “What is goodness?”

PHE 311 Teaching Group Activities and Team Building (4 Credits)

This course will focus on the implementation and teaching of group adventure activities for the purpose of meaningful team building.  Principles of group dynamics and self-reflection will be discussed as they apply to team building.  Course material will include topics such as group facilitation skills, debriefing, communication skills, group structure, controversy, processing techniques and tools, differentiation within group initiatives and team building, and guided discussions toward meaningful outcomes.  Age and developmentally appropriate group initiative teaching strategies will be examined. This course is taught with a biblical worldview touching on the essential questions such as- “What is truth?” “What is beauty?” “What is justice?” and “What is goodness?”

PHE 312 Teaching Lifetime Health and Fitness (4 Credits)

This course will develop skill proficiency and strategies to teach and assess individual sports and leisure activities in physical education programs. Methods and techniques for teaching individual sports (such as running, yoga, Pilates, biking, weightlifting, and dance) will be covered.  The course will also focus on the importance of developing within physical education students a personal desire for lifetime fitness.  This course is taught with a biblical worldview touching on the essential questions such as- “What is truth?” “What is beauty?” “What is justice?” and “What is goodness?”

PHE 397 Student Coaching Internship (4 Credit)

This course is intended to give students practical experience in coaching. With this course, students will complete 450 coaching hours to fulfill the requirement of verified coaching hours for the students will intern by working alongside local high school and middle school coaches of their designated sport(s).  A minimum of 62.5 hours must be obtained per credit, and the course may be repeated for up to 4 credit hours to acquire 250 coaching hours.   Prerequisite: CPR certification

 PHE 400 Concepts of Physical Ed Instruction (4 Credits)

This course provides an overview and practical application of effective pedagogy for the physical education teacher.  It addresses how children and adolescents learn and the related physical education opportunities that will support their physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.  It also includes the relationship between physical activity and the development of responsible personal and social behaviors and traits as well as the ethical, legal, professional, and safety guidelines and practices related to physical education.  This course is taught with a biblical worldview touching on the essential questions such as- “What is truth?” “What is beauty?” “What is justice?,” and “What is goodness?”

PHE 401 Differentiated Instruction for Physical Education (4 Credits)

This course is designed to understand how to plan, implement, and evaluate physical education instructional activities, including how to adapt activities for diverse learning needs.  The unique needs of students with disabilities will be addressed and specific, supportive instructional methods will be taught and applied.  This course also includes appropriate assessment, conditioning, and coaching strategies for students with disabilities.  This course is taught with a biblical worldview touching on the essential questions such as- “What is truth?” “What is beauty?” “What is justice?,” and “What is goodness?”

 

PHE 497 Student Coaching Internship (7 Credit)

This course is intended to give students practical experience in coaching.  With this course, students will complete 300 coaching hours to fulfill the requirement of verified coaching hours for the Athletic Coaching.  Students will intern by working alongside local high school and middle school coaches of their designated sport(s).  A minimum of 50.0 hours must be obtained per credit, and the course may be repeated for up to 14 credit hours in order to acquire 400 coaching hours.   Prerequisite: CPR CERTIFICATION

 

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

PSC 100 Survey of Physical Science w/ Lab (5 Credits)

An introduction to the basic concepts and principles of physical science.  The course includes the philosophy of science, the scientific method, the metric system, physics, chemistry, geology, and astronomy.   Lab fee required.

SCI 100 Experiencing Science w/ Lab (5 Credits)

Students will learn research skills and evidence-based decision-making in four areas of science: biology, geology, astronomy, and physics.  The laboratory component will emphasize open-ended experiments that require collaborative processes.  Lab fee required.

 

PHYSICS

PHY 111 General Physics I w/ Lab (5 Credits)

This is the first course in a two-semester introduction to algebra-based physics.  The material in this course will be oriented around fundamental concepts and principles, which are especially powerful for successfully explaining nature’s behavior.  The course will look into the study of mechanics, vibrations, wave motion, and heat.  Topics will include the following: one- and two-dimensional motion, vectors, work and energy, momentum and collisions, circular motion, rotational equilibrium and dynamics, solids and fluids, vibration and waves, heat, and sound.  Mathematical techniques used in the course include algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, but not calculus. Activities will include problem solving and student-conducted laboratory experiments.   Prerequisite: Completion of MAT 112 College Algebra with a grade of “C” or higher or appropriate mathematics testing score or permission of the instructor. One year of high school physics or equivalent is recommended. Lab fee required.

PHY 112 General Physics II w/ Lab (5 Credits)

This is the second in a two-semester introduction to algebra-based physics.  The material in this course will be oriented around fundamental concepts and principles, which are especially powerful for successfully explaining nature’s behavior.  The course expands upon PHY 111 and covers sound waves, electric fields, electric circuits, magnetic fields, optics, and modern physics.  The lab explores the concepts and theories presented in class through demonstrations and hands-on experiments.   Prerequisite: PHY 111. Lab fee required.

 

PHY 299 New and Trending Topics (5 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in Physics Studies.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits.   Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

 

POLITICAL SCIENCE

POL 150 American Government (4 Credits)

This course focuses on the historical background, structure, organization, and functioning of the American government, specifically the three institutions of the federal government (Congress, the Supreme Court, and the Presidency).  The course will trace the creation, development, and operation of each branch of government from its Constitutional beginnings until today.  Required for all political science majors.

POL 210 Political Ideologies (4 Credits)

This course studies the political ideologies that have shaped the modern world, with attention given to the worldviews that underpin these ideologies and their real-world consequences.  The political ideologies covered include liberalism, conservatism, socialism, communism, fascism, political Islam, and others.

POL 230 Law and Politics (4 Credits)

A survey of American Christian thinking regarding involvement in the governmental activity, with particular emphasis on Christian influence on the Constitution and the interpretation of constitutional provisions by the U.S. Supreme Court, especially the First Amendment.

POL 299 New and Trending Topics (4 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in Political Science Studies.  May be repeated for up to 6 credits. Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

POL 300 Research and Writing (4 Credits)

This is an intensive writing course emphasizing the research and writing skills common to the discipline of political science.  The course also familiarizes students with foundational scholarship associated with political science.  This course is among those required for all political science majors.  For non-majors, it fulfills the three hours of the General Studies’ Social Studies requirement or upper-division elective credit.  Prerequisites: ENG 102 (or ENG 105)

POL 305 Faith and Politics (4 Credits)

Intensive study of the intersection of faith in politics throughout history, focusing on “case studies” of examples of significant Christian influence in secular politics.  Emphasis will be placed on applying lessons from the past to current political problems and controversies.

POL 309 Intellectual Foundations of the Free Market (4 Credits)

This course considers the intellectual foundations of the free market and capitalism as an economic system, as well as identifies the place of free-market economics in American government and politics.  It also evaluates free-market capitalism from the perspective of Scripture, the biblical worldview, and the Christian faith.

POL 310 Politics in Film (4 Credits)

This course studies the portrayal of political events, ideas, and concepts (such as freedom, justice, authority, and others) in the medium of film and popular Hollywood movies.

POL 315 Socialism: Theory and Reality (4 Credits)

This course offers an examination of the history, development, appeal, and consequences of socialist thought since first envisioned by Karl Marx in the 19th century to the present.  The course will focus on four fundamental expressions of socialist thought: 1) the ideas and influence of Karl Marx and his writings during the 19th century; 2) the adoption socialist ideas and systems in the late 20th century (including Communist revolutions in Russia and other Eastern European states, China and other Asian states, and Cuba and other Latin American states) and the eventual failure of those systems with the end of the Cold War; 3) the 230 development of other forms of socialism, including Western European democratic socialism and the welfare state; 4) the persistence of socialism in other forms, including in modern-day Venezuela, and as it is reemerging in contemporary American politics.

POL 320 Politics, Media, and Technology (4 Credits)

Introduction to the role of media in American politics, including the political history of the American media, its influence in shaping political behavior and government action, and the effects of new technology (the internet, social media, etc.) in the American political system.

POL 325 Current Topics in American Politics (4 Credits)

This course offers an in-depth examination of current topics in American government and public policy, focusing on national political institutions, processes, and policy issues.  Analytical skills are developed as students read relevant scholarships and formulate Scriptural and “public” arguments on controversial political issues. Content will vary depending on recent developments in the field.

POL 326 Supreme Court and the Constitution (4 Credits)

In-depth examination of the history, makeup, selection process and key rulings of the Supreme Court.  Emphasis is also given to the U.S. Constitutional interpretation.  It focuses on precedent-setting cases, with a special emphasis on the First Amendment and developments in religious freedom.

POL 330 Fundamentals of Public Policy (4 Credits)

This course studies the principles, processes, and practice of public policymaking.  It utilizes case studies and current events to illustrate theories of public policy development and implementation in the national bureaucracy, the presidency, in Congress, and at the state and local level.

POL 332 Public Policy and the Family (4 Credits)

This course will include an overview of the legal definition of the family and laws that affect the status of the family.  The course content will include Arizona laws relating to marriage, divorce, family support, child custody, and child protection and rights. In addition, public policy issues that affect the family will be discussed.   Also listed as FAM 332

POL 342 Political Communication (4 Credits)

This course examines the relationship between various forms of political communication (speeches, media relations, campaign advertising, press releases, media campaigns, and others) and how each is used in politics.  Historical and contemporary examples from American politics will be used to identify fundamental themes of political communication, such as agenda setting, framing, argumentation, and branding.  Students will practice principles of effective political communication by writing press releases, campaign ad text, speeches, and other forms of political communication. Questions of ethical communication in politics will be discussed.

POL 345 Religious Liberty in America (4 Credits)

This course offers an examination of the history and development of religious liberty in America as well as the current issues surrounding religious liberty in a pluralistic society.  This course will include the study of history, public policy, and law with an emphasis on the free exercise and establishment clauses of the U.S. Constitution.

POL 350 Political Statesmanship (4 Credits)

This course examines lessons of effective political statesmanship by studying the lives and careers of influential political leaders, including Abraham Lincoln, Ronald Reagan, Winston L. Churchill, and others.  It will explore the nature of statesmanship, especially in light of principles of biblical leadership and political action.  Each of these leaders faced unique political problems and we will study how each addressed these problems throughout their careers.

POL 360 American Foreign Policy (4 Credits)

An introduction to American foreign policy, its historical context, and present-day debates.  Through discussion of past and present international problems and policy decisions, students will examine American foreign policy in terms of historic actions, political ideas, and consequences.  Students will be introduced to theories of American exceptionalism, isolationism, and traditional international relations to understand American foreign policy choices and the nation’s role in the world.

POL 376 American Exceptionalism (4 Credits)

Considers aspects that make the American political system unique among nations including the role of the biblical worldview and Christian heritage in the American founding, the idea of America embodied in the Declaration of Independence and other founding documents, the American republican ideal, the concepts of liberty, virtue, and self-government, capitalism and the free-market economic system, and the importance of the First Amendment and other constitutional protections to a free society.

POL 399 Advanced Topics (5 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Political Science.  May be repeated for up to 6 credits. See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

POL 410 Public Policy and Economic Development (4 Credits)

This course will use case studies and scholarship to analyze innovative public policy initiatives that seek to address social and political problems through policy entrepreneurship, economic development, and social innovation.  Students will consider the effectiveness of private-sector or public-private partnerships, privatization, decentralization, community and local initiatives, and other means of implementing free market and limited-government principles in innovative ways to solve pressing political and economic problems.  Students will use the principles learned from the case studies to develop their own innovative public policy initiative to address an existing social or political problem.

POL 422 Ancient and Medieval Political Thought (4 Credits)

Surveys the historical and philosophical developments in political thinking from the ancient world to through the Middle Ages, including readings in the development of Christian political thought.  This course focuses on the development of important political concepts (justice, liberty virtue, political authority, and others) during this time period.  Emphasis on primary source readings.

POL 425 Issues in Economic Liberty and Politics (4 Credits)

This interdisciplinary course offers an in-depth examination of current topics of economic liberty in American politics, focusing both on challenges to maintain economic liberty and on opportunities to expand economic liberty in areas of law, public policy, education, media and technology, Constitutional interpretation, or other areas of local, state and national politics.  Analytical skills are developed as students read relevant scholarships and formulate scriptural and “public” arguments on a range of issues touching on economic liberty.  Content will vary depending on recent developments in the field.  Other faculty with expertise in topic areas and outside content experts will be invited to contribute to the class.

POL 432 Modern Political Thought (4 Credits)

Surveys the historical and philosophical developments in political thinking from the 16th Century to the present.  This course focuses on the continued development of political concepts identified in ancient and medieval political thought, but also considers the concepts of natural rights, negative liberty, social contract theory, and equality from the writings of modern political thinkers Emphasis on primary source readings.

POL 435 Debating American Liberty: 1787-1865 (4 Credits)

Debating American Liberty: 1787-1865 is a special topics political theory course that explores the political and intellectual history of the idea of liberty in the early American context, especially the intense debates over the meaning and importance of liberty in the development of the American nation. Drawing on original sources, students will engage in the nation’s foundational debates about liberty – looking at the varied and conflicting intellectual sources and traditions informing these debates.  These were ideas so important that their advocates were willing to stake their “Lives … Fortunes and … sacred Honor” in the nation’s early years.  Specifically, the course will look at the development of liberty from the early colonial period, through the drafting and ratification of the U.S. Constitution, as the new nation grew, and as it faced the prospect of the Civil War and its aftermath.  This course will also look at the current definition of liberty, as well as threats to liberty in today’s political context and for the current generation.  POL 435 is an upper-division political theory course that meets POL major requirements. It fulfills an upper-division elective credit.

POL 440 Presidential Campaigns and Elections (4 Credits)

This course explores the presidential electoral process in American politics and considers campaigns and elections from the perspective of the media, candidates, campaign strategists, and the voters.

POL 441 Congressional, State and Local Elections (4 Credits)

This course explores the electoral process in American politics, focusing on congressional, state, and local elections.  It considers campaigns and elections from the perspective of the media, candidates, campaign strategists, polling, and the voters.

POL 442 American Political Thought (4 Credits)

Surveys the writings of the main thinkers of American political thought from the founding to the current day.  The course focuses on important themes and shifts in American political thought from the early days of the Republic (Puritan political thought, the Federalist, and the founders), through slavery and the Civil War, the Progressive Era, Would War I, World War II, the Cold War to the present, and seeks to understand how these ideas influence American government, politics, and society.  The course also will introduce main thinkers of the American conservative movement.

POL 450 Constitutional Law (4 Credits)

This course offers an examination of the American constitutional system, with special emphasis given to the history and development of the U.S. Constitution, the role of judicial institutions, theories of constitutional interpretation, and the impact of Supreme Court decisions, especially in the area of religious liberty and other key issues.

POL 452 American Conservative Political Thought (4 Credits)

Surveys the historical and philosophical developments in American Conservative Political Thought from 1945 to the present.  The class introduces the political and philosophical heritage of conservatism, as well as examines themes that are relevant to contemporary American politics today.  The focus will be on the principles and ideas of conservatism, rather than analyzing policies or proposals.  Emphasis on primary source readings.

POL 460 Healthcare Policy (4 Credits)

This course analyzes key contemporary issues in healthcare policy, including the history, design and structure of the U.S. healthcare system, policy initiatives and the roles of government, the private sector, consumers, and advocacy groups in setting policy agenda.

POL 462 Special Topics in Political Thought (4 Credits)

Continuation of Political Thought Sequence in POL major.  This course offers an in-depth examination of a specific area or concentration of political thought.  Topics will vary according to student interest and changes in scholarship.  Emphasis on primary source readings.  May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 8 credit hours.  Law and Liberty; American Presidential Political Thoughts (new area of PT scholarship); Readings in Christian Political Thought (modern or contemporary era); Radical Islamic Political Thought; Readings in Political Leadership; others.

POL 490 Political Science Capstone (4 Credits)

The senior capstone represents the culmination of an AU student’s liberal arts education. In the senior capstone experience, students will meet in small classes (10-12 students) with others from their academic discipline to synthesize and make connections between a) their disciplines; b) the courses they’ve taken, and c) their personal calling, within the context of the biblical worldview and God’s truth.   Prerequisite: POL 300.

POL 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Designed to provide students with practical experience in Political Science through participation in professional experiences within government, business, or the community.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 hours of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per quarter. May be repeated for up to 14 credits.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.   Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Internship fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

POL 498 Independent Study (7 credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in Political Science under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required.  Supplemental fees: Independent Study/Research fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

POL 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Political Science.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

 

PSYCHOLOGY

 

Psychology is the science of behavior.  Psychologists seek to provide an understanding of thinking, personality, skill, learning, motivation, perception, and sensation through the study of both individual and group and group phenomena.  As a psychology student you will learn about the fundamentals of development, personality, social psychology, learning and motivation.

PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology (4 Credits)

Personality and the individual form the central core of psychology.  The nature and methods of dealing with behavior, perception, learning, emotions, feeling motivation, thinking, human development and deviance will be studied.  Theories, concepts, and works by well-known contributors to the field will be discussed.  Some examples are Sigmund Freud, William Sheldon, Carl Jung, Abraham Maslow, Carl Rogers, Alfred Adler, and B.F. Skinner.

PSY 202 General Psychology (4 Credits)

An introduction to psychology as a scientific discipline concerned with the study of human behavior.  In light of a Christian worldview, consideration is given to human development, emotion, perception, learning, personality, intelligence as well as measurement and application of psychological principles. Respect for cultural diversity is practiced throughout the course.

PSY 210 Statistics for Behavioral Studies (4 Credits)

Statistics for Behavioral Studies is the second of the fundamental courses in psychology (after general psychology).  Its purpose is to help students learn how to use data to help understand human behavior.   Prerequisite: PSY 212 and PSY 300.

PSY 212 Research Methods (4 Credits)

Basic concepts involved in the design, planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of various models of psychological study are reviewed.  Students will learn how to evaluate research for validity, reliability, and factors of good research.  Application of a basic knowledge of research methods and an understanding of ethical research practice is emphasized. Students develop a proposal for an original research project.   Prerequisites: PSY 210

PSY 220 Theories of Personality (4 Credits)

This course considers various theories of personality including trait theories and developmental influences, with an emphasis on current research. Students will have the opportunity to examine the intersection of personality and spirituality.

PSY 261 Human Development for the Young Child (4 Credit)

This course explores child growth and development including physical, social, language, and emotional development of children.  It will include theories and domains associated with early childhood growth recognizing the significance of cultural and socioeconomic diversity and the role it plays in child development.

PSY 299 New and Trending Topics (5 Credits)

A study of one or more new and trending topics in Psychology Studies.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits.   Prerequisite: Instructor approval is required.

PSY 300 Tests and Measurements (4 Credits)

Examination of the statistical terms used in testing and the use of personality inventories and diagnostic tools used in professional counseling.  Special issues are addressed concerning the use of instruments cross culturally, including special concerns when working with Christians using psychometric aids.

PSY 210. 234 PSY 310 Introduction to Sports Psychology (4 Credits)

This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts and intervention techniques of sports psychology.  Students will learn about how psychological factors impact participation, enjoyment, and performance in sports and physical activity.  Students will acquire knowledge that is applicable to various domains, including counseling, coaching, teaching, observing, researching, and participating in sports or physical activity.  A biblical perspective will be applied to presenting problems and typical practices of sports psychology.   Prerequisite: PSY 202.

PSY 311 Principles of Counseling (4 Credits)

An introduction to counseling including problems and methodologies.  This course is designed to aid the lay counselor in discovering various techniques that might be used in counseling and in discerning when the person should be referred for professional counseling.  Emphasis is placed on issues of confidentiality and ethical guidelines and a Christian worldview of the value of individuals.

PSY 312 Human Development (4 Credits)

A study of the physical, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual growth and development of the individual from conception into adulthood.

PSY 313 Principles of Coaching (4 Credits)

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of professional life coaching.  Students will be able to differentiate between a teacher, counselor, mentor, advisor, and coach as well as demonstrate beginning level coaching skills.  Students will have opportunities to generalize these skills to a variety of settings such as ministry and athletic coaching.  Students will recognize their own level of self-awareness as they synthesize practical coaching skills and effective communication.

PSY 314 Adolescent Psychology (4 Credits)

A study of the meaning and significance of adolescence.  The course focuses on the physical, mental, social, moral, and religious development of the adolescent and includes observation and a study of the guidance and influence of adolescent behavior.  An emphasis on cultural diversity is included. 

PSY 315 Educational Psychology (4 Credits)

A study of psychology as applied to education.  Theories of learning and how these can be applied in the classroom from the standpoint of a Christian philosophy of life are considered.

PSY 318 Social Psychology (4 Credits)

The analysis of social behavior, perceptions, influences, and relations.  The course will provide opportunities for the application of theory to current issues and community settings.  Students learn to become good consumers of psychological research.  Review of the history of ethical practice guidelines of research is included.  Finally, students learn to evaluate social psychology research.

PSY 320 Cross-Cultural Counseling (4 Credits)

This course is designed to assist the student in preparation for work with American subcultures, American minority groups, and internationals living in the United States.  The course also explores how one works with culture overseas, such as in missions.  Ethical practice and valuing diversity is emphasized.  The course uses research literature to inform students in their interaction with diverse cultures. Attention is given to the psychological needs of missionaries and the children of missionaries.

PSY 322 Abnormal Psychology (4 Credits)

An introduction to the study of abnormal behavior including etiology, classification, symptoms, prevention, and treatment of various psychopathological classification entities.  Empirical data will be privileged over popular and political ideologies.  Issues of diversity and ethical practice are addressed throughout the course.  The course emphasizes the importance of the integration of a biblical worldview when addressing mental illness.  Diagnostic and treatment planning skills are emphasized.

PSY 202. PSY 330 Group Dynamics (4 Credits)

Theories and methods of group leadership, group effectiveness, communication within groups, and relations between groups and individual members are addressed. Basic group counseling theories and practices are reviewed.  Themes of cultural diversity, and ethical practice are included.

PSY 340 Cultural Anthropology (4 Credits)

235 Cultural Anthropology is a survey course dealing with social relations, language, government, and religion in a broad range of living societies.  The course helps students improve their understanding of customs, values, and beliefs of their own culture and cultures different than their own.

PSY 367 Introduction to Counseling Theories (4 Credits)

A basic introduction to the major theories of counseling covering key concepts, and principles and themes of the three major schools of psychotherapy.  This course provides the foundation necessary to complete PSY 467 Counseling Theories successfully.

PSY 380 Psychology of Learning and Motivation (4 Credits)

This course presents the principles and the dominant theories of learning and motivation.  Behavioral, cognitive, and emotional perspectives are considered.  Theories of learning and motivation will be discussed considering a biblical worldview.   Prerequisite: PSY 202 OR EDU/PSY 315.

PSY 390 Introduction to Neuroscience with Lab (4 Credits)

The study of brain-behavior relationships.  Students should finish this course with a better understanding of how the brain mediates both normal behaviors such as learning, memory, language, emotion, and sleep, and how brain damage or neurochemical abnormalities may mediate pathological behaviors.  This course may include lab fees.   Prerequisite: PSY 202 OR EDU/PSY 315.

PSY 399 Advanced Topics (5 Credits)

A detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Behavioral Health.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

PSY 400 Human Sexuality (4 Credits)

An examination of human sexual functioning, behavior, relationships, and feelings.  Issues of sexuality are discussed within spiritual, psychological, cultural, and medical/health related perspectives considering a Christian worldview.  The ethical practice of treatment and diagnosis of sexual issues is highlighted. Empirical data will be privileged over popular and political ideology.   Prerequisite: PSY 312

PSY 409 Child Life (4 Credits)

The Child Life course is designed to introduce students to the child life field and to provide the student with fundamental skills to help children and families cope when encountering a health care experience.  Students will learn evaluation and intervention strategies.  The course is taught by a CCLS and is part of the preparation for becoming a child life specialist.

 PSY 410 Cognitive Psychology (4 Credits)

Introduction to the structures and processes involved in human cognition, including thinking, problem solving, language, attention, and memory.

Prerequisite: PSY 202 OR PSY 315

PSY 411 Child Life Internship I (7 Credits)

Child Life Internship I require 60 hours of internship per credit hour, totaling 180 hours.  The students will apply child life course content to practice. The internship must be completed under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist.   Prerequisites: PSY 409, PSY 414, PSY 415, and PSY 416

PSY 412 Child Life Internship II (7 Credits)

Child Life Internship II requires 60 hours of internship per credit hour, totaling 180 hours.  The students will apply child life course content to practice. The internship must be completed under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist.   Prerequisite: PSY 411.

PSY 413 Child Life Internship III (7 Credits)

Child Life Internship III is a 7-credit course requiring 80 hours of internship per credit hour, totaling 340 supervised work hours.  The students will apply child life course content to practice.  The internship must be completed under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist.

Prerequisite: PSY 412.

PSY 414 Loss and Bereavement (3 Credit)

This course introduces grief and loss across the lifespan from a biopsychosocial and a spiritual perspective.  Topics from classical grief theory and accompanying interventions to current neuropsychological research findings related to grief are covered.  It is appropriate for students studying mental health and education, and for those preparing for a career as a child life specialist.

PSY 415 Introduction to Play Therapy (3 Credit)

This course serves as an introduction to principles and theories of play therapy.  It is designed to prepare students for the application of play therapy theory and techniques in the practicum and or internship setting.  Emphasizing is placed on relationship building and encouragement of self-expression to facilitate change in children.

PSY 416 Trauma and Family (3 Credit)

This course introduces the student to the study of childhood & family trauma.  This course includes an overview of many types of traumas and the biological, psychological, neuropsychological, and sociological vulnerabilities and strengths that interact with traumatic events.  Students will apply research supported interventions to prevent and treat trauma.

PSY 417 Psychology of Religion (4 Credits)

The phenomenology of religious experience is objectively considered.  Attention is focused on prayer, conversion, and worship. An analysis of normative and pathological varieties of Christianity is made.  Ethical practice in the field of psychology is highlighted.

 PSY 420 Psychology of Marriage (4 Credits)

A study of the psychological dimensions of marriage, such as attraction, compatibility, interdependence, and the role of individual differences. Emphasis is given to the development of a biblical understanding of marital roles and discussion of practical application of principles taught.

PSY 421 Addictions (4 Credits)

Introduction to both chemical and behavioral addictions.  Emphasis is on etiology, pharmacology, family dynamics, dual diagnoses, intervention techniques, self-help groups, levels of care, symptom identification, and conducting histories of addictive behaviors.  Ethics and issues of diversity are included.

PSY 430 Group Counseling (4 Credits)

Practical application of several models of group counseling is explored in this course.  The course reviews ethical standards specific to group counseling, with special attention to the impact of culture and gender on group work.  Psychodynamic, Adlerian, Reality Therapy, Psychodrama, and Gestalt approaches are included in the theories addressed in the course.   Prerequisite: PSY 202.

PSY 440 Gender Studies (4 Credits)

Gender Studies puts a focus on understanding interconnections of social and cultural operations related to gender with biological and psychological processes.  Additionally, important passages of Scripture are examined for an understanding of a biblical view of gender and the implications for relationships within the church and in marriage.  Research findings are synthesized with practical Christian living.

PSY 450 Sensation and Perception (4 Credits)

Sensation and perception are considered from several perspectives: physiological, psychological, ecological, motivational, and spiritual.  Consideration of diversity and ethics in research is highlighted.   Prerequisite: PSY 202 OR PSY 315

PSY 467 Counseling Theories (4 Credits)

An overview of the major theories of counseling with emphasis given to the student’s successful integration of theological understandings with psychological principles.  Ethical practice of counseling and psychotherapy is emphasized in this course.   Prerequisites: PSY 202, PSY 311.

PSY 490 Psychology Capstone (4 Credits)

The senior capstone represents the culmination of an AU student’s liberal arts education.  In the senior capstone experience, students will meet in small classes (10-12 students) with others from their academic discipline to synthesize and make connections between a) their disciplines; b) the courses they’ve taken, and c) their personal calling, within the context of the biblical worldview and God’s truth.   Prerequisite or simultaneous: senior status.

PSY 495 Advanced Research Methods (4 Credits)

This course is required for Behavioral Health–Psychology Emphasis majors.  Students will continue to develop the proposed research project from PSY 212 Research Methods.  Students will learn to develop research questions, select methodology, recruit and select research participants, choose statistical 237 analyses, collect and analyze data.  Ethical research practice principles are a core theme of the course.   Prerequisites: PSY 202, PSY 212, senior status

PSY 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Practical experience in counseling, applying the foundational principles of Behavioral Health major studies.  Semester internships will be arranged by faculty members using proposals for the internship submitted by students.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 60 hours of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  Coursework will include a written summary and evaluation of the experience.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.    Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required.  Internship fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

PSY 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in Behavioral Health under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required.  Supplemental fees: Independent Study/Research fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

PSY 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

A detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Behavioral Health.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.

 

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (PAD)

The Public Administration Program provides students with managerial knowledge, skills, and experience needed for positions in all levels of government and public service.  The focus is on process and the practical application of theory in public administration.  Students employed in government will be prepared to bring new skills and competencies to their work, improve the quality of government service and improve the relationship between government, citizens, and private sector.  Public Administration students learn to thin critically and analytically; they will understand the dynamics of domestic politics and how to be better citizens ad public employees,

PAD 201 Introduction to Public Administration (4 Credits)

This course introduces the concepts, theories, and principles of public administration.  It examines public administration with particular emphasis on the democratic, legal, political and economic environments in the USA.   Prerequisite: GOVT 102

PAD 203 Political Aspects of Public Administration (4 Credits)

The focus of this course is the political arena of public management; students will examine the framework of political systems and their impact on the environment of public administration.  Prerequisite: GOV 102

PAD 204 Public Management (4 Credits)

This course examines the fundamental theories in the field of Public Management, the historical and contemporary and the practical significance of such theories.  Prerequisite: PAD 201

PAD 205 Public Policy Process (4 Credits)

This course examines the methods or identifying ad structuring public policy problems and lessons, formulating md recommending policy actions for decision making.   Prerequisite: PAD 201

PAD 210 Accounting for Public Administrators (4 Credits)

This course introduces the standards ad practices of accounting for public and nonprofit administration.  Fund accounting and other appropriate techniques to ensure proper execution of fiduciary responsibility are taught, Linkages between budget, financing, and accounting are made.  Analysis of the technical aspects of accounting, posting journal entries and preparing accounting reports are introduced.   Prerequisite: PAD 201

PAD 215 Legal and Ethical Issues in Public Administration (4 Credits)

This course examines the laws which public administrators must adhere to and the ethical issues they must confront.  The case study method is used.

Prerequisite: PAD 201

PAD 220 Financial Management (4 Credits)

This course examines the various techniques of financial management in the public and nonprofit sectors.  Elements and concepts of financial planning and decision making in the areas of budgeting, taxes, borrowing, accounts payable, receivables and investments are introduced. Prerequisite: PAD 201

PAD 221 Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis I (4 Credits)

This course introduces types and techniques of research; research literature; library and internet research; examples of qualitative and quantitative methods will be introduced.   Prerequisite: PAD 201;205

PAD 270 Special Topics in Public Administration (4 Credits)

This seminar provides instruction in contemporary issues in public administration.   Prerequisite: PAD 201

PAD 280 Introduction to Directed Research (4 Credits)

This course introduces the students to research methods used by public administrators and it includes an introduction to Turabian and Chicago style.  Students will be required to develop research topics, complete literature reviews and annotated bibliographers.   Prerequisite: PAD 201

PAD 309 Human Resources in Public Administration (4 Credits)

Analysis of techniques md tools used in human resources management including the merit system, classification, compensation, evaluation, recruitment, and labor relations is taught.  Emphasis is placed on current legal and policy issues in personnel administration such as diversity and privatization.  Prerequisite: PAD 201

PAD 311 Public Budgeting (4 Credits)

This course examines the institutions and techniques of modern financial administration in federal, state, and local governments.  The terminology, the process of budgeting; analyzing budgets and solutions for budgets are explained.   Prerequisites: PAD 201

PUAD 323 Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis II (4 Credits)

This course examines all major areas of survey research methodology including sampling, design, data collection methods, questionnaire design, data analysis, and data processing.   Prerequisite: PAD 321

PUAD 479 Internship (7 Credits)

Students will be placed in government agencies or practical application of knowledge.   Prerequisite: PAD 311

PAD 480 Directed Research (7 Credits)

This course presents an overview of types and techniques of research.  Students explore sources of research, literature reviews, and perform library and internet searches for appropriate materials for their own studies.  A major paper will be produced.   Prerequisite: PAD 323

 

SOCIOLOGY COURSES (SOC)

A degree in sociology is an excellent springboard for entering the world of business, industry, and organizations.  The sociological perspective is crucial for working in today’s multiethnic business environment.  An undergraduate sociology major provides valuable insights into social factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, age, education, and social class that affect work and how organizations operate.

SOC 105 Introduction to Sociology (4 Credits)

This course assists students in understanding concepts of social interaction, cultural institutions, bureaucracies, collective behavior, social change, socialization, and the nature of sociological research.  Strong emphasis will be placed on” doing sociology,”.

SOC 200 Sociology of Work and Career Development (4 Credits)

Students are assisted in identifying their marketable skills and aptitudes, developing strategies for successful employment searches nd analyzing labor market needs.  Effective human relations techniques and communication skills are addressed.  Specific experience in writing resumes, completing applications, and creating appropriate letters of applications will be provided.

SOC 300 Special Topics in The Social Sciences (4 Credits)

This course comprises study in particular topics which vary from year to year.  May be repeated if topics vary only twice.

SOC 309 International Relations (4 Credits)

This course focuses on the historical and scientific basis for relationships existing among nations.  Students will examine nation states and national interest, multinational corporations, international government, and non-government organizations.  Select current issues in international relations will be discussed.  Guest speakers, experts in the field and other available resources may be utilized to provide a fuller and more diverse perspective on the ever-changing nature of international relations.   Prerequisite: ENGL 102

 SPANISH COURSES (ESP)

On looking through this lens, students diversify their perceptions of the world and multiply their opportunities to interact with it.

ESP 101 Spanish I (4 Credits)

Introduction to the basic element of Spanish that will enable the student to develop communicative skills and a fundamental knowledge of other people, their language and their culture will be discussed in this course.

ESP 102 Spanish II (4 Credits)

Spanish 102 I an continuation to the basic elements of Spanish that will enable the student to develop communicative language skills and a fundamental knowledge of other people, their language, and their culture.

 

SPORT MANAGEMENT (SMT)

SMT 201 Introduction to Sport Management (4 Credits)

Introduction to Sport Management provides an overview of sport management by presenting discussions of the foundational aspects of the profession including current topics in the field.  The relevance of legal, sociocultural, historical, political, and psychological concepts to the management of sports will be covered throughout the semester.  In addition, a focus on the professional skills and attitudes of sport managers at various professional levels will be investigated throughout the course.   Prerequisite: BUS 101.

SMT 230 Principles of Sport Coaching (4 Credits)

This course is a comprehensive introduction to the coaching profession.  The primary goal of the course is to develop and enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of concepts and techniques of coaching and their application to achieving important objectives in working with athletes.  This includes an investigation into opportunities for mentorship and maximizing the potential for influence between the coach and athlete.  Prerequisite: BSM 201.

SMT 300 Principles of Coaching and Leadership (4 Credits)

This course introduces students to the concepts and theories that inform safe, effective, purposeful, fun, and practical sports leadership and coaching practice appropriate to a range of sports development target groups.  Theoretical underpinning will be applied in practical contexts such as designing, planning, leading, and evaluating a wide range of innovative sport, play, and fitness-themed activities.   Prerequisite: BSM 201.

SMT 301 Sport Management Law (4 Credits)

This course will examine selected legal, financial, and policy issues and disputes that arise in the business of sports.  The course will also include (to the maximum degree possible) discussion of current developments and events in the world of sports, in the context of determining the role and utility of the law informing, changing and/or implementing policy both in the “field of play” and off it.    Prerequisite: BSM 201.

SMT 320 Sport Promotion and Sales (4 Credits)

Students will explore promotion and sales in the unique setting of the sports industry.  Topics included are ticket sales, sponsorships, managing a sales team, retention and up-sell opportunities with existing customers, and promotions in a wide-ranging industry.  Theoretical foundations of selling and sports promotion are considered, and innovative approaches in the industry are explored.  Application and experiential activities are key elements in the course.   Prerequisite: BSM 201.

SMT 330 Sport in Contemporary Society (4 Credits)

Transforming culture with the truth involves an understanding of contemporary society and a willingness to engage in the most effective way.  This course is designed to explore common issues in the sports industry and its connection to the larger cultural context.  Historical perspectives and complex, contemporary issues facing society are considered through a Christian worldview.  Various social theories and lenses are critically examined. Students will understand and appreciate the influence of sports on contemporary culture and evaluate appropriate responses for a meaningful change.

Prerequisite: BSM 201.

SMT 332 Sport Law and Ethics (4 Credits)

This course will examine selected legal, financial, and policy issues and disputes that arise in the business of sports. In addition, ethical scenarios will be evaluated, and philosophical frameworks considered surrounding issues in sport.  This course is designed to prepare students for relevant legal matters that are frequently encountered in sport, as well as the refinement of ethical discernment. Prerequisite: BSM 201.

SMT 340 Leadership in Sport Organizations (4 Credits)

Students will engage with leadership theory and practical application in sports organizations.  Based on organizational leadership theory, various leadership opportunities in the growing sports industry are considered, from coaching in community sports to general management positions in professional organizations.  Students will learn the theoretical foundations of leadership in sport, how to apply to sports related organizations, and how to engage the industry from a Christian worldview.   Prerequisite: BSM 201.

SMT 341 Sports Ethics (4 Credits)

Examination of contemporary issues regarding the integrity of sport which present moral and ethical challenges to the sport manager.

SMT 400 Sport Facility and Event Management (4 Credits)

Students will learn the history of the sports facility industry and the primary goals and objectives of facility managers; how to build and finance a facility; facility operation; administration of marketing, finance, and other critical areas; and event administration and management.  A comprehensive approach to understanding the wide-ranging jobs of sports facility managers has been applied, with a structure that ranges from general to specific, and finally to practical knowledge.   Prerequisite: BSM 201.

SMT 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Practical experience with a local business or organization, applying the foundational principles of business studies.  Semester internships will be arranged by faculty members, or students may submit a proposal for an internship of their own choosing.  Coursework will include a written summary and evaluation of the experience.   Prerequisite: BSM 201. Internship fee of $300.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

 

YOUTH MINISTRIES (YOM)

 

YOM 312 Foundations of Youth Ministry (4 Credits)

A broad view of the whole spectrum of youth ministry.  A biblical philosophy of ministry will be developed. 

YOM 313 The Effective Youth Worker (4 Credits)

A study of the character, personal vision, gifts, relationships, leadership, and ministry style of the effective youth worker.

YOM 399 Advanced Topics (5 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Youth Ministry.  May be repeated for up to 10 credits.  See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

YOM 410 Youth Culture (4 Credits)

An analysis of current youth subcultures, trends, conflicts, and questions with an inside look given by teens, parents, and professionals.  Emphasis is on building relationships, listening, understanding, and communicating biblical solutions.

YOM 411 Professional Youth Ministry (4 Credits)

An orientation to professional youth ministry.  Deals with qualifications, calling, strategy, goals, time and financial management, and all that is involved in a paid staff position.

YOM 497 Internship (7 Credits)

Practical experience in youth ministry applying the foundational principles of the youth minor studies.  Quarter internships will be arranged by faculty members using proposals submitted by students.  A minimum of 45 and maximum of 70 hours of practical experience is required for each hour of credit per semester.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Internship form.

Prerequisite: Approval of the internship site, supervising instructor and department chair is required. Includes an evaluation of the experience. Internship fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

YOM 498 Independent Study (7 Credits)

An in-depth investigation of a topic in Youth Ministry under the guidance of an instructor.  Prior to enrolling, students must complete an Application for Independent Study/Research form.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.

Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair is required.  Supplemental fees: Independent Study/Research fee of $200.00 per class (in addition to applicable tuition charge) applies.

YOM 499 Advanced Topics (7 Credits)

This course provides a detailed study of one or more advanced topics in Youth Ministry.  May be repeated for up to 14 credits.   Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval is required.   See the current AU course schedule for descriptions of courses to be offered in the current academic year.