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to flourish alongside men with all their gifts for Christ’s kingdom in the church and world. (3 credits)
396 Special Topics in Theological Studies
These courses will cover a variety of topics that are not studied in depth in other theological studies courses. Topics will be chosen according to student interest and instructor expertise. (1-3 credits)
397 Special Topics in Historical/Philosophical Studies
These courses will cover a variety of topics that are not studied in depth in other historical or philosophical studies courses. Topics will be chosen according to student interest and instructor expertise. (1-3 credits)
Biology (BIO)
111 Principles of Human Biology
This course is a study of the major theories of biology as applied to humans. The student is introduced to the concepts of the cell, fundamental biochemistry, genetics, and protein synthesis. Students study the structure and function of the major organ systems of the human body. Lectures and laboratory. (4 credits)
112 Principles of Biological Systems
This course is an introduction to the major principles of biological systems of plants and animals, with an emphasis on integrated organization. The understanding of this organization will be approached by studying structure, function, classification, growth, development, reproduction, and organization of organisms and their environment into ecosystems. Practical and ethical issues of biodiversity, mankind’s impact on the environment, and the use of certain plants and animals for medical and social purposes will be explored. Lectures and laboratory. (4 credits)
305 Ecology
This course is an introduction to organismal or physiological ecology (the interactions of organisms with their physical environment), population and community biology, and the structure and functions of ecosystems. Lectures and laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 112. (4 credits)
Business (BUS)
111 Personal Finance
This course is an introduction to the mathematics used in the following functional areas of business: accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, and operations. In addition, students will survey the management of personal and family finances, including budgeting, consumer buying, personal credit, savings and investment, home ownership, insurance and retirement. Prerequisite: A math score of 18 on the ACT or 460 on the SAT, or
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