Summer 2010 Online Course Descriptions

BIBL 211 – Message of the Old Testament (3-0-3). An overview of the Old Testament providing an outline of special themes and the overall purpose of the books. The basic message of the Old Testament as a whole, including content and theological themes, will be examined. May be used to satisfy Bible University Core requirements. Syllabus

Session I:  May 10 – 27

Session II: June 1 – 17

Session III: June 21 – July 8

Session IV: July 12 – 29

BIBL 212 – Christianity in Culture (3-0-3). Examines some of the fundamental elements of Biblical theology and explores the basic principles of the Christian faith. Intended to promote the practice of theological reflections and investigate the relationship of basic Christian values with some of the realities of contemporary culture. May be used to satisfy Bible University Core requirements. Syllabus

Session I:  May 10 – 27

Session II: June 1 – 17

COMS 111 – Fundamentals of Communication (3-0-3).  An introductory communication course which overviews human communication principles and skills. Specifically, the course focuses on how to build skills in the preparation and delivery of informative and persuasive presentations, listening, and interpersonal relationships. Satisfies the Speech University Core requirements. *Note: Students must have access to a video camera for video taping speeches, and 5 adults as an audience for each speech. Syllabus

Combined Sessions I & II:  May 10 – June 17

Combined Sessions II & III:  June 1 – July 8

Combined Sessions III & IV:  June 21 – July 29

ECON 260 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3-0-3). Supply and demand, the framework of the free enterprise system, national income accounting, unemployment and inflation, fiscal policy and public debt, monetary system and monetary policy, international trade, economic growth, and selected concepts of business ethics. Prerequisites: 24 graded hours. Syllabus

Session IV: July 12 – 29

ECON 261 – Principles of Microeconomics (3-0-3).  Economics of the firm and industry; supply and demand; revenue and costs; profits; consumer behavior; markets; the price system; the role of government; inequality; comparative economic systems, as well as selected concepts of business ethics.  NEW!

Session III:  June 21 – July 8

EDUC 221 – Educational Psychology (3-0-3). An introduction to theories of development, learning, motivation, memory and intelligence.  Syllabus

Session II: June 1 – 17

Session III: June 21 – July 8

ENGL 221 – Major British Writers I (3-0-3). A survey of major authors, periods, and themes of British literature from Beowulf to Gulliver. Through readings of key texts and online discussions, students will consider how England’s literature, history, and values have shaped the world we live in today. Prerequisite: completion of freshman English requirements as required by degree plan. May be used to satisfy Core English requirements. Syllabus

Combined Sessions I & II:  May 10 – June 17

Combined Sessions II & III:  June 1 – July 8

Combined Sessions III & IV:  June 21 – July 29

ENGL 326 – Business and Professional Writing (3-0-3). Introduction to the theory and accepted practices of composition in occupational fields, including correspondence and report writing based on content in upper-division courses in the student’s major field. Some oral work required. Prerequisites: completion of sophomore literature requirements and junior standing. *Note: Students must have access to Microsoft Word. The University only offers this course through the duration of both Summer I and Summer II sessions (approximately 2 months in length). Syllabus

Combined Sessions II – IV: June 1 – July 29

MUSM 232 – Survey of Popular Music (3-0-3).  Surveys the musical, historical and social aspects of popular music in America from the late nineteenth century to the present. Emphasis on representative genres (including Tin Pan Alley, Blues, Country and Western, Big Band, Rock and Roll, Rhythm and Blues, Punk, Heavy Metal, and Hip Hop), characteristics, styles and performers.  Syllabus

Session I:  May 10 – 27

Session II: June 1 – 17

NUTR 120 – Nutrition and Wellness (3-0-3).  This course addresses current trends in nutrition (information and misinformation), basic nutrient information, the impact of nutrients, diet, and weight control on health, food safety issues, and world nutrition.  It empowers the student to ask questions and seek answers appropriately. Syllabus NEW!

Session I:  May 10 – 27