Philosophy PHI2100 World Cultures and Religions An introduction to the world’s significant cultural developments and religious systems, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. 3 semester hrs. Fall and Spring semesters.
PHI2500 Christian Philosophy: Worldview, Western Thought, and Apologetics An introductory study of the relationship between Christian theology and philosophy including an overview of the history of ideas and worldviews. Topics will include faith and reason, the existence of God, science and faith, the problem of evil, and the basis for knowledge and values. 3 semester hrs. Fall and Spring semesters.
PHI3510 Logic A study of classical logic drawing upon primary and secondary sources. 3 semester hrs. Fall semester.
PHI3520 Rhetoric A survey of the origins and structure of the rhetorical tradition. Emphasis will be laid upon the classical origins of the Western rhetorical tradition and its development, giving treatment to composition, and speech communication. Students will implement the insights from this study in composition and rhetorical exercises. 3 semester hrs. Prerequisite: PHI3510. Spring semester.
PHI3550 Epistemology A study in the theory and nature of truth, the grounds for justification of belief, and the nature of Christian truth claims. Application will be made to the phenomena of both special and general Christian revelation. 3 semester hrs. Every 2-3 years. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing.
PHI4600 Christian Apologetics An investigation of classical and contemporary objections to the Christian faith, including consideration of methods for defending the faith. 3 semester hrs. Spring semester in even-numbered years. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing.
Political Science POL3500 American Government A study of the origins and development of the American government and political system, with a particular focus on the relationship between Christianity and public policy. 3 semester hrs. Fall semester.
Psychology and Sociology PSY2600 Introduction to Psychology An introduction to psychology as a science with special emphasis on the integration of psychology with biblical truth. The origins, assumptions, techniques, instruments, and methods of psychology will be studied and related to Scripture. 3 semester hrs.
PSY3530 Child and Adolescent Development A study of the general principles and theories of growth and development of the child from conception through adolescence. Emphasis is placed upon intellectual, physical, emotional, cultural, social, and spiritual development. The course includes a field experience component for secondary education candidates. 3 semester hrs.
PSY3610 Marriage Enrichment A learning experience for married students and their spouse. Inquiry into the effects of ministry vocations upon marriage, aspects of marriage enrichment, foundations of marital health, and patterns of coping with marital conflict. 3 semester hrs.
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