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BUSN 353 - Communication Strategies in Business
Semester Hours: Three
This course focuses on both communication strategies and tools which directly apply to today’s business environment, including communication within and between business organizations, as well as with all business stakeholders. Students will apply business writing principles to the creation of effective business documents and oral presentations as well as the communication techniques for social media platforms. Students will also be exposed to typical business communication tools, with emphasis on the Microsoft Office Suite and the integration of these tools into both formal and informal communication. Emphasis is placed on using critical thinking skills to analyze and solve business problems. This course includes the study and application of team communication and the use of technology to facilitate the communication process. Additionally, the fundamentals of professional decorum, etiquette, and communication across cultures will be incorporated.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisites: BCIS 203 , ENGL 113 , ENGL 123 , and Junior standing.
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BUSN 363 - Financial Management
Semester Hours: Three
This course is designed to equip students with key tools, techniques, and theories that promote wealth-maximizing decision-making within the firm. These tools, techniques, and theories include financial institutions and markets, financial statement analysis, working capital management, cash budgets and cash flow analysis, pro-forma statements, time value of money and capital budgeting.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: ACCT 213 , ACCT 223 , and BCIS 203
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BUSN 403 - Business in A Global Environment
Semester Hours: Three
Examines business practices across the globe in consideration of current cultural, political, legal, socio-economic, environmental, macro-economic and technological factors. Internal capabilities of the firm and competition in the international marketplace are also considered.
Term Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: ACCT 213 , BUSN 303 , ECON 113 , MRKT 313 and MGMT 303
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BUSN 403TS - Business in a Global Environment (Travel Study)
Semester Hours: Three
This course is a special travel-study course and fulfills the business core requirement of BUSN 403 . Students will travel outside of the US over Spring Break. The fulfillment of objectives and outcomes occurs through supervised and organized travel. Additional course fee required.
Term Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: ACCT 213 , BUSN 303 , ECON 113 , MRKT 313 , MGMT 303
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BUSN 413 - Business Law - Uniform Commercial Code
Semester Hours: Three
A study of general principles of law as applied to business transactions concerning contracts, agency, sale of goods, and insurance, as covered in the Uniform Commercial Code.
Term Offered: Fall
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BUSN 423 - Business Law - Federal Regulation
Semester Hours: Three
A study of federal regulation of business, insurance, sales, commercial paper, real and personal property, secured transactions, debtors’ and creditors’ rights.
Term Offered: Spring
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BUSN 463 - Strategic Management
Semester Hours: Three
A capstone course designed to give students exposure to the overall strategy and policy formulation in a business enterprise. Extensive use of the case study method is emphasized.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: ACCT 213 , ACCT 223 , BUSN 303 , BUSN 353 , BUSN 363 , ECON 113 , ECON 123 , and MRKT 313 (Healthcare Management majors only may use the following prerequisites: ACCT 213 , ACCT 223 , BUSN 353 , HCMG 313 , HCMG 323 , and HCMG 363 ).
Note: This course will not be accepted in transfer from another institution and cannot be taken through Directed Study.
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BUSN 473 - Securities Industry Overview
Semester Hours: Three
This course is designed to equip the student with a basic knowledge of the securities industry. Topics to be covered include the structure of financial markets, products and their risks, customer accounts, regulatory agencies, and prohibited practices. Product knowledge covers, but is not limited to, common stock, preferred stock, corporate bonds, municipal bonds, US Treasuries, stock options and other derivatives. Upon completion of the course, the student will be prepared to sit for the Securities Industry Exam; a qualifying exam necessary for employment within the financial industry.
Term Offered: Spring, Even Years
Prerequisites: This course is open to juniors and seniors with a 2.5 or better cumulative GPA; and who have passed ACCT 213 Principles of Financial Accounting and ECON 113 Macroeconomics (MOTR ECON 101) with a grade of C or better.
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CBIB 113 - Old Testament History
Semester Hours: Three
A survey of the Old Testament in historical sequence, with attention given to the most significant events in the experiences of the people of God, from the beginning to the close of the Old Testament. The non narrative literature, including poetry, wisdom, prophets, and apocalypse, is also studied in historical perspective. Attention is given to the distinctive characteristics of each type of literature. This course meets part of the baccalaureate degree requirement in Humanities.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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CBIB 123 - New Testament History
Semester Hours: Three
A survey of the New Testament in historical sequence, beginning with the Inter-Biblical period and continuing to the close of the New Testament. At the appropriate point, the epistles and Revelation are considered in historical perspective. Attention is given to the distinctive characteristics of the Gospels, parables, epistles, and apocalyptic literature. This course meets part of the baccalaureate degree requirement in Humanities.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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CBIB 213 - Old Testament Theology
Semester Hours: Three
An exegetically organized study of the Old Testament which concentrates on the hermeneutical movement and development of key concepts and unifying themes from pre-Abrahamic times through the prophets. Emphasis is upon the presentation of these ideas as the Old Testament writers recorded them against the backdrop of their historical, cultural, philosophical, and theological contexts. This course meets part of the baccalaureate degree requirement in Humanities.
Term Offered: Spring
Prerequisite: Ministry Majors, Ministry Minors, or consent of the instructor.
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CBIB 223 - New Testament Theology
Semester Hours: Three
An exegetically organized study of the New Testament which concentrates on the hermeneutical movement and development of key concepts and unifying themes from the end of the Old Testament through the first century A.D. Emphasis is upon the presentation of these ideas as the New Testament writers recorded them against the backdrop of their historical, cultural, philosophical, and theological contexts. This course meets part of the baccalaureate degree requirement in Humanities.
Term Offered: Fall
Prerequisite: Ministry Majors, Ministry Minors, or consent of the instructor.
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CBIB 313 - Advanced Old Testament 1
Semester Hours: Three
This course studies the Old Testament writings covering the Beginnings through the United Kingdom (Genesis through 2 Samuel and Job through Song of Solomon), with particular attention given to the occasion of writing in relation to the message, an examination of the date and authorship, and a discovery of significant teachings.
Term Offered: Fall, Even Years
Prerequisite: CBIB 113 or CBIB 213 or consent of instructor.
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CBIB 323 - Advanced Old Testament 2
Semester Hours: Three
This course studies the Old Testament writings covering the Divided Kingdom through the Post-Exilic Period (1 Kings through Esther and Isaiah through Malachi), with particular attention given to the occasion of writing in relation to the message, an examination of the date and authorship, and a discovery of significant teachings.
Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years
Prerequisite: CBIB 113 or CBIB 213 or consent of instructor.
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CBIB 333 - Advanced New Testament 1
Semester Hours: Three
This course studies the New Testament writings covering the Life of Christ and the General Epistles of the Church (Matthew through John and James through Revelation), with particular attention given to the occasion of writing in relation to the message, an examination of the date and authorship, and discovery of significant teachings.
Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years
Prerequisite: CBIB 123 or CBIB 123 or consent of instructor.
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CBIB 343 - Advanced New Testament 2
Semester Hours: Three
This course studies the New Testament writings covering the early Church and the Apostle Paul (Acts through Philemon), with particular attention given to the occasion of writing in relation to the message, an examination of the date and authorship, and a discovery of significant teachings.
Term Offered: Spring, Even Years
Prerequisite: CBIB 123 or CBIB 123 or consent of instructor.
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CBIB 443 - Biblical Hermeneutics
Semester Hours: Three
This course teaches the principles of biblical interpretation that help a student develop skill at finding the historical meaning of the Bible texts and applying that meaning to contemporary life. An emphasis is placed on studying the Bible from a grammatical, syntactical, theological, and literary point of view. Contemporary developments in the field of hermeneutics are also considered.
Term Offered: Fall, Even Years
Prerequisite: CBIB 213 and CBIB 223 for ministry majors and minors; CBIB 113 and CBIB 123 for all other students.
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CBLA 210 - Biblical Languages Workshop
Semester Hours: Zero
In order to facilitate inter-student dialogue in the learning of Biblical Languages, this course provides two hours a week as a one-on-one study session. Those students enrolled in CBLA 214 Elementary Koine I or CBLA 224 Elementary Koine II must also enroll in this class.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
Corequisites: CBLA 214 and CBLA 224
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CBLA 214 - Elementary New Testament Greek I
Semester Hours: Four
A beginning study of the grammar of the Greek New Testament, emphasizing nouns, pronouns, adjectives, verbs, and simple sentence structure.
Term Offered: Fall
Corequisties: CBLA 210
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CBLA 224 - Elementary New Testament Greek II
Semester Hours: Four
A continuing study of the grammar of the Greek New Testament, emphasizing nouns, pronouns, adjectives, verbs, and sentence structure.
Term Offered: Spring
Prerequisite: CBLA 214 .
Corequisite: CBLA 210
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CBLA 313 - Intermediate New Testament Greek
Semester Hours: Three
A study of the particulars of New Testament Greek syntax with an emphasis on microstructure in the context of selected New Testament readings.
Term Offered: Fall
Prerequisite: CBLA 224 .
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CBLA 323 - Advanced New Testament Greek
Semester Hours: Three
A study of the particulars of New Testament Greek syntax with an emphasis on macrostructure in the context of selected New Testament readings.
Term Offered: Spring
Prerequisite: CBLA 313 .
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CBLA 413/513 - New Testament Greek Exegesis 1
Semester Hours: Three
This course provides an in-depth study of the resources used in exegetical study including lexical and syntactical resources as well as exegetical commentaries.
Term Offered: Fall, Even Years
Prerequisite: CBLA 323 . Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
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CBLA 423/523 - New Testament Greek Exegesis 2
Semester Hours: Three
This course provides an in-depth study of the syntactical relationships and grammatical formations of selected Greek New Testament readings as they relate to the exegetical understanding of those texts.
Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years
Prerequisite: CBLA 413/513 . Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
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CBLA 433/533 - Elementary Classical Hebrew 1
Semester Hours: Three
This is a beginning study of Classical Hebrew, focusing on the alphabet, the noun system, and the strong verb formations. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years
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CBLA 443/543 - Elementary Classical Hebrew 2
Semester Hours: Three
This is a beginning study of Classical Hebrew, focusing on the weak verb formations with attention to translation.
Term Offered: Spring, Even Years
Prerequisite: CBLA 433/533 . Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
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CEWL 010/020 - Ministerial Scholarship
Semester Hours: Zero
This scholarship is available to Christian students pursuing a major in Christian Ministry, Ministry and Leadership, Worship Arts Technology, or Worship Leadership; or a minor in Christian Studies, Christian Ministry, Worship Arts Leadership, or Worship Studies.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
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CEWL 473 - Christian Ministry Internship
Semester Hours: Three
This course is designed as a learning experience for students receiving training in ministry skills while in a structured, disciplined setting. Students train in an environment in line with their major and/or concentration. The course requires a minimum of ninety hours of fieldwork under supervision approved by the instructor. A Senior Seminar is required for the purpose of finalization and evaluation. This course must be taken during the spring semester prior to graduation. For those majoring in Christian Ministry, this course must be taken in conjunction with the capstone class, CSCM 423/523 Theology of Christian Ministry. There is a special fee for this course.
Term Offered: Spring
Prerequisite: CSCE 273 .
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CHEM 111 - Introduction to Chemistry Laboratory (MOTR CHEM 100L)
Semester Hours: One
This laboratory is co-requisite to CHEM 113 Introduction to Chemistry. This lab may be taken for credit apart from CHEM 113 only with the written consent of the instructor and the student’s advisor. Labs will meet for two hours per week for one credit hour.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
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CHEM 113 - Introduction to Chemistry (MOTR CHEM 100L)
Semester Hours: Three
This is a one-semester survey of chemistry designed to meet the minimum requirements for general education and required for exercise science majors. This course would also be helpful for students who plan to take more advanced chemistry but who have not had any chemistry in high school. It does not apply toward the satisfaction of any requirements for a major or minor in chemistry, but it does satisfy the general education requirement for physical science.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: MATH 123 or MATH 133 - College Algebra (MOTR MATH 130) or two years of high school algebra.
Co-requisite: CHEM 111 - Introduction to Chemistry Laboratory (MOTR CHEM 100L)
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CHEM 121 - Survey of Organic and Biochemistry Laboratory
Semester Hours: One
This laboratory is co-requisite to CHEM 123 Survey of Organic and Biochemistry. This lab may be taken for credit apart from CHEM 123 only with the written consent of the instructor and the student’s advisor. Labs will meet for two hours per week for one credit hour.
Term Offered: Spring
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CHEM 123 - Survey of Organic and Biochemistry
Semester Hours: Three
This is a one-semester survey of the basic principles of organic chemistry with emphasis on its application to the chemistry of living things. It is required for exercise science majors and may be of interest to others with majors in health-related fields, but it is not a replacement for either Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry for Chemistry or Biology majors or minors.
Term Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: CHEM 111 and CHEM 113 , or a strong high school chemistry preparation; this is not a beginning chemistry course. For those students with adequate high school preparation, this course will satisfy the general education requirement in chemistry or physical science.
Co-requisite: CHEM 121 - Survey of Organic and Biochemistry Laboratory .
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CHEM 130 - General Chemistry I Problem Solving (MOTR CHEM 150L)
Semester Hours: Zero
This problem-solving session is co-requisite to CHEM 133 General Chemistry I and CHEM 132 General Chemistry I Laboratory. This course may be taken for credit apart from CHEM 133 only with the written consent of the instructor and the student’s advisor. Labs will meet for four hours per week for two credit hours. The first hour of the laboratory class will involve a problem solving session. A passing grade of CR is required for satisfactory completion of this course.
Term Offered: Fall
Corequisite(s): CHEM 133 and CHEM 132
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CHEM 132 - General Chemistry I Laboratory (MOTR CHEM 150L)
Semester Hours: Two
This laboratory is co-requisite to CHEM 133 General Chemistry I. This lab may be taken for credit apart from CHEM 133 only with the written consent of the instructor and the student’s advisor. Labs will meet for four hours per week for two credit hours. The first hour of the laboratory class will involve a problem solving session.
Term Offered: Fall
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CHEM 133 - General Chemistry I (MOTR CHEM 150L)
Semester Hours: Three
A study of the basic laws and theories of chemistry, with emphasis on structure, bonding, and periodic relationships of the elements. This course is designed for those who plan further study in chemistry. The class consists of lectures and laboratory work.
Term Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: MATH 155 or MATH 164 or at least one and a half years of high school Algebra and CHEM 113 or one year of high school Chemistry, or consent of the instructor.
Co-requisite: CHEM 130 and CHEM 132 - General Chemistry I Laboratory (MOTR CHEM 150L)
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CHEM 140 - General Chemistry II Problem Solving
Semester Hours: Zero
This problem-solving session is co-requisite to CHEM 143 General Chemistry II and CHEM 142 General Chemistry II Laboratory . This course may be taken for credit apart from CHEM 143 only with the written consent of the instructor and the student’s advisor. Labs will meet for four hours per week for two credit hours. The first hour of the laboratory class will involve a problem solving session. A passing grade of CR is required for satisfactory completion of this course.
Term Offered: Spring
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CHEM 142 - General Chemistry II Laboratory
Semester Hours: Two
This laboratory is co-requisite to CHEM 143 General Chemistry II. This lab may be taken for credit apart from CHEM 143 only with the written consent of the instructor and the student’s advisor. Labs will meet for four hours per week for two credit hours. The first hour of the laboratory class will involve a problem solving session.
Term Offered: Spring
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CHEM 310 - Organic Chemistry I Problem Solving
Semester Hours: Zero
Students will learn basic laboratory techniques for purifying and identifying organic compounds. The topics covered will be thin layer chromatography, gas chromatography, extraction, recrystallization, simple and fractional distillation, melting points, boiling points, infrared spectroscopy, and polarimetry. The first hour of the laboratory class will involve a problem solving session. This problem-solving session is co-requisite to CHEM 313 Organic Chemistry I and CHEM 312 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory . A passing grade of CR is required for satisfactory completion of this course
Term Offered: Fall
Corequisite(s): CHEM 313 and CHEM 312
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CHEM 312 - Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
Semester Hours: Two
Students will learn basic laboratory techniques for purifying and identifying organic compounds. The topics covered will be thin layer chromatography, gas chromatography, extraction, recrystallization, simple and fractional distillation, melting points, boiling points, infrared spectroscopy, and polarimetry. This laboratory is co-requisite to CHEM 313 Organic Chemistry I. This lab may be taken for credit apart from CHEM 313 only with the written consent of the instructor and the student’s advisor.
Term Offered: Fall
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CHEM 320 - Organic Chemistry II Problem Solving
Semester Hours: Zero
The emphasis of the course is on synthesis of organic compounds, including aromatic substitution, dehydration, and esterification, and on the analysis of organic compounds using qualitative analysis and instrumentation methods. Students will elucidate structure of unknown organic compounds using NMR, IR and UV-Vis spectroscopy. The first hour of the laboratory class will involve a problem solving session. This problem-solving session is co-requisite to CHEM 323 Organic Chemistry II and CHEM 322 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory . A passing grade of CR is required for satisfactory completion of this course
Term Offered: Spring
Corequisite(s): CHEM 323 Organic Chemistry II and CHEM 322 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
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CHEM 322 - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
Semester Hours: Two
This laboratory is co-requisite to CHEM 323 Organic Chemistry II. This lab may be taken for credit apart from CHEM 323 only with the written consent of the instructor and the student’s advisor. Labs will meet for four hours per week for two credit hours.
Term Offered: Spring
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CHEM 332 - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
Semester Hours: Two
This laboratory is co-requisite to CHEM 343 Analytical Chemistry Lecture. This lab may be taken for credit apart from CHEM 343 only with the written consent of the instructor and the student’s advisor. Labs will meet for fou hours per week for two credit hours.
Term Offered: Spring, Even Years
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CHEM 343 - Analytical Chemistry Lecture
Semester Hours: Three
A study of chemical analysis (with statistical evaluations) focusing on the principles of stoichiometry, acid-base reactions and chemical equilibrium. The emphasis will be on volumetric, gravimetric, potentiometric and spectrophotometric analysis, and analytical separation processes.
Term Offered: Spring, Even Years
Prerequisites: CHEM 140 , CHEM 142 , and CHEM 143 .
Co-requisite: CHEM 332 - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
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CHEM 372-374 - Instructional Methods and Problems in Chemistry
Semester Hours: Two to Four
This course is a study and application of methods used to solve problems in chemistry. The student will assist the instructor with the teaching of the class, solve problems that arise in the process of the class, and work independently with other problems.
Term Offered: On Demand
Prerequisites: CHEM 140 , CHEM 142 , and CHEM 143 , appropriate laboratory experience, and consent of instructor. A total of six hours may be applied toward graduation.
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CHEM 383 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry
Semester Hours: Three
A study of specialized topics in chemistry, such as advanced analysis, nuclear chemistry, polymer chemistry, specialized instrumentation application, etc. May be repeated for credit on different topics, and may be offered as a class or by directed study.
Term Offered: On Demand
Prerequisites: Junior standing and consent of instructor.
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CHEM 413 - Physical Chemistry I
Semester Hours: Three
A study of the application of theories of the physical properties of matter, thermodynamics, and kinetics to chemical systems; both kinetic and thermodynamic models are studied.
Term Offered: On Demand
Prerequisites: MATH 254 , PHYS 221 and PHYS 223 , and CHEM 322 and CHEM 323 , or consent of instructor.
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CHEM 423 - Physical Chemistry II
Semester Hours: Three
A continuation of CHEM 413 . This course is focused on the study of both classical and quantum-mechanical models and their interaction with chemical systems.
Term Offered: On Demand
Prerequisites: CHEM 413 and MATH 264 .
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CHEM 433 - Inorganic Chemistry
Semester Hours: Three
A study of the periodic system, complex ions, and the more important classes of inorganic compounds.
Term Offered: On Demand
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CHEM 452 - Modern Instrumental Analysis Laboratory
Semester Hours: Two
This laboratory is co-requisite to CHEM 453 Modern Instrumental Analysis. This lab may be taken for credit apart from CHEM 453 only with the written consent of the instructor and the student’s advisor. Labs will meet for four hours per week for two credit hours.
Term Offered: Fall, Even Years
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CHEM 453 - Modern Instrumental Analysis
Semester Hours: Three
This course covers the use, operation, theoretical basis, and interpretation of data for modern scientific instruments. The course will cover the most commonly used scientific analytical instruments as well as instruments intended mainly for research purposes. Emphasis will be given to hands on operation and data interpretation of selected instruments.
Term Offered: Fall, Even Years
Prerequisite: CHEM 322 and CHEM 323 .
Co-requisite: CHEM 452 - Modern Instrumental Analysis Laboratory .
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CHEM 462 - Molecular Modeling Laboratory
Semester Hours: Two
This laboratory is co-requisite to CHEM 472 Molecular Modeling. This lab may be taken for credit apart from CHEM 472 only with the written consent of the instructor and the student’s advisor. Labs will meet for four hours per week for two credit hours.
Term Offered: On Demand
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CHEM 463 - Industrial Chemistry
Semester Hours: Three
This course covers skills that are especially useful for students planning to go into industry. The general subject areas covered include intellectual property, information retrieval methods and resources, development of budgets for research, operations, and capital equipment, management organization, and managing techniques.
Term Offered: On Demand
Prerequisites: CHEM 322 and CHEM 323 .
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CHEM 472 - Molecular Modeling
Semester Hours: Two
This course covers methods of computational chemistry. It will cover fundamentals of atomistic modeling of molecules in all phases of matter. Specific subject areas that will be covered include quantum mechanical calculations, analytical instrument simulation, structure refinements, crystal structures, organic reaction mechanisms, reaction thermodynamics, and macroscopic material properties.
Term Offered: On Demand
Prerequisites: PHYS 221 and PHYS 223 , and CHEM 322 and CHEM 323 , or consent of instructor.
Co-requisite: CHEM 462 - Molecular Modeling Laboratory
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CHEM 481-486 - Chemistry Research
Semester Hours: Variable
Library and laboratory research in chemistry resulting in the submission of a formal paper. This course is designed to give experience in formal research methods, including literature search, library work, record keeping, and reporting results. The scope of the research problem will be limited, but the quality of work and methodology will approach that expected in industry or graduate school. A summer internship may also be used to acquire credit. It is strongly recommended that students in the Forensic Science programs fulfill their requirements by completing research or internship at a criminal investigations laboratory. A total of six hours may be applied toward graduation.
Term Offered: On Demand
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and consent of instructor.
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CMHS 303 - The Role of Baptists in American History
Semester Hours: Three
A study of the major religious currents in American life from the colonial era to the present. Special attention will be given to the interaction between American culture and the various strands of Christianity. Focus is given to the policy, dogma, practices, and influences of religious movements, with particular focus on Baptists.
Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years
Prerequisites: CBIB 213 and CBIB 223 for ministry majors and minors; CBIB 113 and CBIB 123 for all other students.
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CMHS 313 - History of Christianity
Semester Hours: Three
A survey of the origin and spread of Christianity, with emphasis on policy, dogma, practices, and the influence of the Christian movement.
Term Offered: Fall, Even Years
Prerequisites: CBIB 213 and CBIB 223 for ministry majors and minors; CBIB 113 and CBIB 123 for all other students.
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CMPS 423/523 - Pastoral Counseling and Care Giving
Semester Hours: Three
This course focuses on the theology and practice of pastoral counseling and care giving. Attention is given to developing a biblical model and biblical skills for ministers and other church leaders who are counseling and caring for others in the context of the local church. Particular attention is given to interpersonal communication and listening skills. Special emphasis is given to the role of the ministry and the Word of God and the reconciliation through genuine repentance in counseling and pastoral care. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
Term Offered: Spring, Even Years
Undergraduate Prerequisites: CBIB 213 and CBIB 223 and CSCE 273 for ministry majors and minors; or CBIB 113 and CBIB 123 plus PSYC 133 or PSYC 213 or HUSR 233 , or consent of instructor.
Note: This course cannot be taken as a directed study, credit for prior learning portfolio, or as a web-based course.
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COEN 223 - Basic Reporting and Writing for Journalism
Semester Hours: Three
This course introduces students to the journalistic style of writing. Students will learn basic principles of news writing, reporting, and copyediting for today’s media. Emphasis will be on learning and mastering the Associated Press Stylebook.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 123 and consent of the instructor.
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COEN 323 - Advanced Reporting and Writing for Journalism
Semester Hours: Three
This course provides practical experience in writing and editing, placing emphasis on advanced skills in news and feature writing. Students will write for University media outlets and produce publishable projects.
Term Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: COEN 223 , or consent of the instructor.
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COMJ 373 - Photojournalism
Semester Hours: Three
This course examines the journalistic art and practice of telling stories through images. In a workshop setting, students will shoot, edit and present photos and videos that tell true stories of real life, focusing on objectivity and sound Christian ethics in creating visuals that accurately depict the narratives of diverse culture. Students will produce projects in still photography and documentary videography that cover news, features, sports, business, food, travel, leisure, entertainment and other areas of journalistic interest. Projects published and posted through student media outlets will add important elements to students’ portfolios.
Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years
Prerequisites: COMM 263 and COMM 373 .
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COMJ 413 - Editing and Design for Print Media
Semester Hours: Three
This course examines the process of editing and page design in a modern print media environment, including newspapers, magazines, corporate newsletters, brochures and public relations materials. Using current industry-standard publishing software in a hands-on workshop setting, students will concentrate on aesthetic design techniques, editing stories, photos and graphics with the goal of producing real-world projects. Students will also edit stories for content, grammar, AP style and legal issues. Projects published and posted through student media outlets will add important elements to students’ portfolios.
Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years
Prerequisites: COEN 223 , and COMR 383 .
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COMJ 423 - Editing and Design for Online Media
Semester Hours: Three
This course examines the process of editing and web design in a modern online media environment. Using current industry-standard web design software in a hands-on workshop setting, students will concentrate on visual design techniques, editing stories, photos, videos and graphics with the goal of producing functional interactive websites. Projects posted through online student media outlets will add important elements to students’ portfolios.
Term Offered: Spring, Even Years
Prerequisites: COEN 223 and COMR 383 .
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COMJ 433 - Opinion Writing
Semester Hours: Three
This course examines the journalistic art and practice of writing to persuade an audience. In a setting that combines classroom and workshop, students will gain an understanding of concepts like opinion leadership, agenda setting, research, emotional appeal, analysis and feedback in developing methods for crafting sound written arguments for mass media. Learning Christian ethical opinion writing through application, students will write and edit columns, editorials, analyses, blogs and critical reviews of movies, music, books, video games and restaurants. Opinion articles published and posted through student media outlets will add important elements to students’ portfolios.
Term Offered: Fall, Even Years
Prerequisites: COEN 223
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COMJ 473 - Journalism Internship
Semester Hours: Three
This course exposes students to the disciplines and skills of the media through firsthand experience in the field of journalism. Enrollment is limited to Journalism majors in their final semester before graduation.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor and consent of appropriate field supervisor.
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COMM 103 - Speech Communications (MOTR COMM 110)
Semester Hours: Three
This course introduces students to public speaking theory and provides several opportunities to gain practical experience in the art of oral communication. Students will study, identify, and practice the following topics: the nature of communication, controlling nervousness and self concept, audience analysis and listening, topic research, organization, outlining, and nonverbal communication. By incorporating these theories and lessons into their speeches students will learn to successfully inform and persuade their audiences.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 123 - Public Speaking and Diction
Semester Hours: Three
This course, which satisfies the general education requirement in oral communications, is designed specifically for students who use English as a second language. Both informative and persuasive speeches will be covered. Students will work on their voice and diction as well as studying the nature of communication, nonverbal communication, topic research, outlining, listening skills, ethics and audience analysis. This class is limited to international students whose primary language is not English.
Term Offered: Spring
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COMM 143 - Introduction to Business Communications
Semester Hours: Three
An introductory study of the fundamentals of communication in business. The focus will be on preparing and presenting effective business presentations, including the effective use of visual media in making presentations.
Term Offered: On Demand
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COMM 153 - Appreciation of Film (MOTR FILM 100)
Semester Hours: Three
A historical and theoretical survey of film and video media which examines memorable productions from the beginning of Hollywood films to the latest exemplary contemporary movies and video productions. This course is designed to engender an understanding and appreciation of the many creative aspects of the electronic media, as well as recognition of their importance as both reflector and molders of society. This course will satisfy three hours of the Fine Arts general education requirement.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 203 - Understanding Human Communications
Semester Hours: Three
This course will give students a basic understanding of the communication process by exploring theories in the areas of interpersonal, public, small group, mass, and multicultural communication. In addition, students will be directed toward many practical applications of the theories discussed.
Term Offered: Fall
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COMM 223 - Introduction to Mass Media (MOTR SBSC 100)
Semester Hours: Three
This course examines the nature and influence of mass media on our society. Through discussions, readings, projects and multi-media presentations, the class will analyze newspapers, television, radio, electronic journalism, movies, video games, advertising and public relations. Utilizing critical thinking skills, students will analyze emotional, moral, cognitive, aesthetic and social influences of mass media. This course will satisfy three hours of the Fine Arts general education requirement. No prerequisites.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 233 - Introduction to Cross-Cultural Communication (MOTR SBSC 101)
Semester Hours: Three
A course designed for comparing one’s own culture with other cultures, thereby developing an awareness of the values, traditions, and objectives of various societies. This is a systematic study of what transpires in intercultural contacts and interactions when the communication process involves culturally diverse people, and will explore principles and application of ethics to today’s society. This course will satisfy three hours of the Fine Arts general education requirement.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
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COMM 263 - Introduction to Audio and Video Production
Semester Hours: Three
Introduces the basics of audio/video production including speech/music recording and single camera video studio/field production. Student will participate in hands-on projects while fully exploring the theories involved in diverse methods of audio/ video production. A lab/equipment fee is charged in addition to tuition.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
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COMM 313 - Applied Public Speaking
Semester Hours: Three
This course will strengthen the public speaking skills gained in other courses. The student will present speeches aimed at sharpening organization and delivery skills. The accent will be placed on giving longer and more diversified speeches. Emphasis will also be placed on the effective use of visual aids.
Term Offered: Fall, Even Years
Prerequisite: COMM 103 .
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COMM 333 - Small Group Communication
Semester Hours: Three
In this study of the principles and concepts of small group communication, students are encouraged to develop and improve their skills for business management, education, community activities, and interpersonal communication. This course is conducted in the small group approach and provides for individual instruction and evaluation. The class will be divided into several small groups. In addition to the regular class time, these groups will meet outside of class to complete various assignments.
Term Offered: Spring, Even Years
Prerequisite: COMM 103 , COMM 203 , or consent of instructor.
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COMM 353 - Media Advertising
Semester Hours: Three
Students learn to apply all major components of media advertising planning: copy writing, client/agency relationships, audience identification including demographics and psychographic research, media and creative strategy, research, and budgeting. Students will write ad copy for inclusion in their portfolios.
Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years
Prerequisites: COMM 203 , COMM 223 , COMM 263 , and COMT 353.
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COMM 373 - Photography
Semester Hours: Three
This course introduces students to modern digital photography in the artistic, technical, aesthetic and historical contexts. Students are provided with digital single-lens reflex cameras (DSLRs) to use on various projects throughout the semester aimed at teaching applicable complexities of the modern digital camera as well as training the eye for seeing quality visual art in the world around them. Emphasis is placed on photography as an organizational communication tool and creative outlet, with students studying composition, focus, exposure, camera operations, lighting techniques and image editing. There are no pre-requisites required for this class.
Term Offered: Spring
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COMM 401-403 - Special Topics in Communications
Semester Hours: One to Three
This course allows the student to investigate a topic in one area of Communications that goes beyond the scope of other coursework. The course will involve close collaboration between students and faculty on a topic or issue related to the individual’s interest and career choice. This course may be taken for variable credit and may be repeated up to a maximum of three semester hours.
Term Offered: On Demand
Prerequisites: Senior standing or consent of instructor.
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COMM 412 - Media Interviewing Theory and Technique
Semester Hours: Two
This course surveys broadcast, probing, survey, persuasion, employment, and performance-based interviews. Students will learn the basic principles of interviewing theory and gain confidence by practicing and demonstrating these skills in role-playing situations, individually or in groups to research, organize and conduct outside interviews.
Term Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: COMM 223 and COMM 263 .
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COMM 461 - Senior Communications Seminar
Semester Hours: One
This capstone course prepares students to move from the classroom to the professional world. Students will examine contemporary communication issues as they relate to the student’s area of interest. Portfolio and resume materials, compiled from previous coursework, will be evaluated by a faculty panel. This course is not available for transfer credit.
Term Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: Completion of Communications core, senior standing, or consent of the instructor.
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COMM 473 - Communications Studies Internship
Semester Hours: Three
This course exposes students to the disciplines and skills of the media through firsthand experience in the field of communications. Enrollment is limited to Communications Studies majors in their final semester before graduation.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and consent of appropriate field supervisor.
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COMM 483 - Media Law and Ethics
Semester Hours: Three
This course combines studies in the basic principles of Media Law and Ethics in Communication. Students will study federal regulations and Constitutional questions by analyzing current legal and ethical issues affecting the mass media.
Term Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: Completion of Communications core, senior standing, or consent of the instructor.
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COMR 373 - Principles of Public Relations
Semester Hours: Three
The course is devoted to the study of the principles, the skills, and the techniques of public relations. Students will observe and evaluate real models of public relations in action. Then they will be challenged to devise models of their own in the fields that interest them most.
Term Offered: Fall
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COMR 383 - Media Technologies
Semester Hours: Three
This hands-on course teaches students various technologies relevant to the media industry, and how they apply to actual projects in professional media settings. Software applications in Adobe’s Creative Cloud Suite are the current industry standard, and are therefore being taught in this class, for example: Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, Illustrator, etc. The goal is not only teaching students current software programs they need to compete in a global media market, but also teaching them how to adapt and learn various emerging technologies.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
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COMR 423 - Public Relations Writing
Semester Hours: Three
Students apply practical writing skills necessary for public relations communications. Students will learn how to develop internal and external messages for relationship and stakeholder management. This course will teach students how to blend traditional and digital writing styles to form key messages.
Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years
Prerequisite: COMR 373
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COMR 433 - Crisis Communications
Semester Hours: Three
This course will study the theories and application of crisis communication. Students will learn issues and reputation management in addition to crisis preparation and evaluation.
Term Offered: Spring, Even Years
Prerequisites: COMR 373
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COMR 443 - Strategic Internal Communications
Semester Hours: Three
Students will learn skills necessary for communicating with internal stakeholders within an organization. Students will learn how to develop organizational messages and develop internal strategic communications plans, addressing rumor control, employee messaging, internal media, and communicating with leadership.
Term Offered: Spring, Even Years
Prerequisites: COMR 373
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COMR 453 - Church Public Relations
Semester Hours: Three
This course focuses on the public relations skills necessary for the practice of communications and public relations in churches. Topics covered included positive community perception, promotional activities, and reputation management.
Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years
Prerequisites: COMR 373
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COMR 473 - Public Relations Internship
Semester Hours: Three
This course exposes students to the disciplines and skills of the media through firsthand experience in the field of public communications. Students must have completed coursework in the Public Relations major to enroll in this course.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and consent of appropriate field supervisor.
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COMS 473 - Internship in Sports Journalism
Semester Hours: Three
This course exposes students to the disciplines and skills of the media through firsthand experience in the field of broadcast, print or web-based Sports Journalism. Students must have completed the coursework for the minor to enroll in this class.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and consent of the field supervisor.
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COMT 343 - Basic Post-Production
Semester Hours: Three
This course builds on the skills learned in COMR 383. Students will be working with industry-standard software used in video production and graphic design, including products found in the Adobe Creative Cloud.
Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years
Prerequisite: COMR 383
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COMT 353 - Convergent Media
Semester Hours: Three
This course develops students’ understanding of modern mass media messaging as delivered across multi-media platforms. Whether it is video storytelling, podcasting, social media, image galleries, graphics or written news stories, modern multi-media journalism requires students to gain a marketable understanding of the most current newsgathering and online delivery processes. This intensive, hands-on workshop approach to convergent media applies the most relevant tools of multi-media journalism, from the beginning stages of story development through final publication of multi-media stories and content management on news websites.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: COEN 223 , COMM 263 , COMR 383 , or consent of the instructor.
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COMT 363 - Video Production Techniques
Semester Hours: Three
Students continue to build on the technical knowledge and video production skills that were introduced in COMM 263, Introduction to Audio and Video Communications. The class will focus on intermediate level editing and camera operation theory and skills. An equipment fee, in addition to tuition, is charged for this course.
Term Offered: Fall, Even Years
Prerequisite: COMM 263 or consent of instructor.
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COMT 413 - Broadcast Techniques
Semester Hours: Three
Students learn and practice on-air presentation techniques for effective broadcast delivery and interpretation. The course focuses on voice and diction control, phrasing and interpretation of copy. Students will also learn about creating an on-air image including broadcast makeup, trends, dress, etc.
Term Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: COMM 203 , COMM 223 , and COMM 263 , or permission of instructor.
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COMT 463 - Advanced Post-Production
Semester Hours: Three
This course involves advanced video production techniques including post-production editing, special effects, graphics and delivery. Students will complete video projects with the opportunity to develop a personal portfolio. An equipment fee, in addition to tuition, is charged for this course.
Term Offered: Spring, Even Years
Prerequisites: COMM 263 and COMT 363 , or consent of instructor.
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COMT 473 - Broadcast Media Internship
Semester Hours: Three
This course exposes students to the disciplines and skills of the media through firsthand experience in the field of audio and video communications. Students must have completed coursework in the Broadcast Media major to enroll in this course.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and consent of appropriate field supervisor.
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COMT 483A/B - Studio Production I/II
Semester Hours: Three
This course provides insight into practical, everyday operations and demands of a media practitioner in the broad field of audio/ visual communication. Students practice professional strategies and advanced techniques by taking leadership roles in the videotaping of regular campus chapel services and special events on and off campus. This course may be repeated for credit up to a total of six semester hours.
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: COMM 263 and consent of instructor.
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COMU 323 - Principles of Sound
Semester Hours: Three
An in-depth look at the science of sound. Other topics discussed in this class are fundamental concepts including audio signal flow, using an audio mixer, live sound reinforcement, acoustics studies, and troubleshooting.
Term Offered: Fall, Even Years
Prerequisite: COMM 263 or consent of the instructor.
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