APOLOGETICS, PHILOSOPHY, AND INTERPRETATION PI 2310 Philosophy
(3 hours)
This course is an introduction to the history and the major problems of philosophy, showing their relationship to the divine truth revealed in Scripture and their effect upon the thinking and attitudes of the people. PI 2410 Principles of Interpretation
(3 hours)
A study of the universal principles of interpretation as applied to interpreting language. Students will learn how to accurately interpret and apply the Bible. PI 2702 Ethics
(3 hours)
Exploration of the problems of value and personal moral standards, comparative survey of major ethical systems, and evaluation of the chief ethical struggles in contemporary society. PI 3212 Christian Apologetics and Worldview
(3 hours)
A study of the commendation and defense of historical and supernatural Christianity. Students will learn how to analyze and respond to questions posed from other worldviews expressed from philosophy, science, religion, and culture. Prerequisite: DO 1111 Christ and the Bible OR DO 2701 Introduction to the Bible and Theology. PI 3410 Issues in Interpretation
(3 hours)
A study of the various approaches of biblical interpretation. Students will learn the history of biblical interpretation as well as recognizing and critiquing an array of contemporary approaches and current issues in biblical studies. Prerequisite: PI 2410 Principles of Interpretation. SCIENCE SI 2111 Introduction to Life Science
(3 hours)
This course serves as an introduction to the study of biology. Topics include cell structure and function, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, scientific classification, characteristics of the five kingdoms, and how living organisms interact with and depend on one another. Additional areas of emphasis include scientific writing, presentation, and application of the scientific method. SI 2112 Introduction to Physical Science
(3 hours)
Basic concepts in the fields of physics, chemistry, geology, and astronomy will be presented as time permits. Central to the course will be a working ability in applying some of the basic laws of nature to specific problems.
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