Southern Ad ventist
University
2002-2003 Catalog
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publisher assumes no responsibility for editorial, clerical, or printing errors. The information presented is,
at the time of printing, an accurate description of course offerings, policies, and requirements of
Southern Adventist University. The provisions of this catalog, however, are not to be regarded as an
irrevocable contract between the University and the student. The University reserves the right to change
any provision or requirement at anytime, without prior notice.
Something to keep in mind —
Although this CATALOG is not a textbook, you will refer to it often during
your university career. It describes the academic program you select
and the requirements you must fulfill to graduate. Before you enroll at
Southern or register for any succeeding
semester, you should satisfy
yourself that you are familiar
with this catalog.
Two important parts of your
academic life are General
Education and your field of
concentration. You will find
it especially valuable to read
carefully the sections of the
catalog that explain these
programs.
Every attempt has been made
to prepare this catalog so
everyone may understand it,
but some of the information
may still be confusing to you.
Also, because changes may
occur in your program
requirements, you may
encounter contradictions between this catalog and advice that you later
receive. Talk to someone about the sections of this catalog that are not
clear.
The first person to talk to is your academic adviser. You may also find
help from the chair/dean of your department/school. It may be necessary
to visit with the Director and Assistant Director of Records and
Advisement. The Vice President for Academic Administration is also
available to assist you. If you need explanations about financial
questions, talk with the Director or Assistant Director of Student Finance.
Remember that you are the one who selects your program of study and it
is your responsibility to know the graduation requirements and meet
them.
Do not lose this catalog. It is your "university manual."
Table of Contents 3
Contents
Academic Calendar 4
This Is Southern Adventist University 6
Admissions 10
Student Life and Services 16
Academic Enrichment Services 21
Academic Policies 24
General Degree Requirements 24
General Education Course Requirements 27-32
Departments/Schools of Instruction 52-271
Allied Health 52
Biology 65
Business and Management 74
Chemistry 89
Computing 95
Education and Psychology 105
Engineering Studies 129
English 131
History 129
Interdisciplinary 145
Journalism and Communication 147
Mathematics 165
Modern Languages 169
Music 180
Nondepartmental Courses 193
Nursing 194
Physical Education, Health and Wellness 203
Physics 211
Religion 217
Social Work and Family Studies 235
Technology 245
Visual Art & Design 250
Interdepartmental Programs 264
Medical Science 264
General Studies 264
Non-Degree Preprofessional Programs 266
Anesthesia 266
Dentistry 266
Law 267
Medicine 267
Optometry 269
Osteopathic Medicine 269
Pharmacy 270
Podiatric Medicine 271
Veterinary Medicine 271
Financing Your Education 274
Financial Aid 274
Special Fees and Charges 288
Housing 391
Student Costs 292
Methods of Payment 293
Index 312
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Academic Calendar
2002-03 School Year
The Southern Adventist University summer term consists of four
sessions. Students in attendance during the 2001-02 school year may
register at any time during the week immediately preceding the session.
1st Summer Session, 2002
May 13 Registration
May 13 Classes Begin
May 14 Late Registration Fee
May 15 Last Day to Add a Course/Fee for Class Change
May 22 Last Day to Drop and Automatically Receive a "W"
May 28 All Withdrawals After This Date Receive "F"
May 31 Classes End
2nd Summer Session, 2002
Jun 3 Registration
Jun 3 Classes Begin
Jun 4 Late Registration Fee
Jun 5 Last Day to Add a Course/Fee for Class Change
Jun 14 Last Day to Drop and Automatically Receive a "W"
Jun 21 All Withdrawals After This Date Receive "F"
Jun 28 Classes End
3rd Summer Session, 2002
Jul 1 Registration
Jul 1 Classes Begin
Jul 2 Late Registration Fee
Jul 3 Last Day to Add a Course/Fee for Class Change
Jul 4 No Classes — Independence Day
Jul 1 2 Last Day to Drop and Automatically Receive a "W"
Jul 1 9 All Withdrawals After This Date Receive "F"
Jul 25 Commencement 7 p.m.
Jul 26 Classes End
4th Summer Session (Smart Start) 2002
Jul 28 Registration
Jul 29 Classes Begin
Jul 30 Late Registration Fee
Jul 31 Last Day to Add a Course/Fee for Class Change
Aug 9 Last Day to Drop and Automatically Receive a "W"
Aug 1 5 Advance Payment of $2,500 Due
Aug 1 6 All Withdrawals After This Date Receive "F"
Aug 19-23 ACT Exam
Aug 23 Classes End
1st Semester
Aug 15-20 University Colloquium
Aug 25 ACT Exam
Aug 25, 26 Freshman Orientation
1st Semester, continued
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Aug 26 Registration for Non-registered Students
Aug 27 Classes Begin
Aug 27 Late Registration Fee
Sep 3 Fee for Class Change and "W" Show on Transcript
Sep 9 Last Day to Add a Class
Sep 29-30 View Southern
Oct 8 Senior Class Organization
Oct 16 Mid-term Ends
Oct 1 7-20 Mid-semester Break
Oct 24-27 Alumni Homecoming
Oct 31 Last Day to Drop and Automatically Receive a "W"
Nov 4-15 Winter Registration/Advisement
Nov 27-Dec 1 Thanksgiving Vacation
Dec 6 All Withdrawals After This Date Receive "F"
Dec 16-1 9 Semester Exams
Dec 19 Commencement, 7:00 p.m.
Dec 19-Jan 5Christmas Vacation
2nd Semester
Jan 6 Registration for Non-registered Students
Jan 7 Classes Begin
Jan 7 Late Registration Fee
Jan 14 Fee for Class Change and "W" Show on Transcript
Jan 20 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day/No Class
Jan 20 Last Day to Add Course
Feb 27 Mid-term Ends
Feb 28-Mar 9 Spring Break
Mar 20 Last Day to Drop and Automatically Receive a "W"
Mar 24-Apr 4 Fall Registration/Advisement
Apr 7 Senior Deadline for Correspondence/lncompletes
Apr 1 8 All Withdrawals After This Date Receive "F"
May 5-8 Semester Exams
May 11 Commencement/Semester Ends
1st Summer Session, 2003 (Three Weeks)
May 12 Registration and Classes Begin
May 30 Classes End
2nd Summer Session, 2003 (Four Weeks)
Jun 2 Registration and Classes Begin
Jun 27 Classes End
3rd Summer Session, 2003 (Four Weeks)
Jun 30 Registration and Classes Begin
Jul 25 Classes End
4th Summer Session, 2003 (Four Weeks)
Jul 27 Registration
Jul 28 Classes Begin
Aug 22 Classes End
This Is Southern
Adventist University
Southern Adventist University is a co-educational institution operated by
the Southern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.
Mission
Southern Adventist University, serving local, national, and international
constituents, provides learning in a Christian environment where all are
encouraged to pursue truth, wellness, and a life of service.
Vision
In response to this mission, Southern Adventist University envisions itself
as a leader in academic and professional excellence, responsive to the
needs of its constituencies as it provides affordable education and a
balanced lifestyle for students from diverse backgrounds. The institution will
be recognized for its integration of faith and learning, scholarship and
service, and leadership and servanthood.
Core Values
A Christ-centered Seventh-day Adventist campus
Academic and professional excellence
Hospitality and service
Affordable education
Balanced lifestyle
Institutional Goals
• Graduates who master the basic skills of critical reasoning,
independent thinking, computation, communication, collaboration, and
creativity needed to enter the workplace with confidence, to pursue
lifelong learning, and to exercise leadership as contributing citizens
who advance their families, communities, the church, and society.
• Competent and diverse faculty and staff who model balanced ethical
lives, integrate faith and learning, and celebrate and energize the
student spirit as they respect and support the different ways students
develop their minds, their persons, and their citizenship.
• Campus learning communities that engage students with ideas that
mark educated persons, global and multicultural perspectives, and
advanced technology to develop both ethical principles and
intellectual flexibility.
• Active partnerships with alumni, church, community, business and
industry, civic organizations, and government in order to analyze,
project, and respond to changing needs to help ensure that graduates
are prepared for a life of service.
• Responsible stewardship of resources entrusted to the university
through effective fiscal management to fulfill the mission, vision, and
goals of the university.
Educational Philosophy
Rooted in its theological understanding of God and humanity, the
educational philosophy of the Seventh-day Adventist church is summarized
as follows:
• God, the creator and Sustainer of the universe, is the Source of all
knowledge.
• Created in the image of God for the purpose of communion with Him,
humanity has sinned and has separated from Him.
• Through infinite love, God sent His Son to restore this relationship with
us — a personal relationship that begins now and continues throughout
eternity.
Within the context of this theological understanding, education is viewed as
an essential element of redemption, and must focus on developing the whole
person. Through harmonious development of the physical, mental, spiritual, and
social dimensions, the individual becomes better equipped to bring wholeness to
a broken world. Within this philosophical framework, the Student Development
Goals are as follows:
• Spiritual: To create a safe, nurturing community of faith in which students
may grow in a vibrant relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, while
integrating into their lives Christian beliefs and values as understood by
the Seventh-day Adventist church.
• Intellectual: To facilitate in students the mastery of cognitive skills of
critical reasoning, independent thinking, reflective judgment,
communication, and creativity as students confront the issues, ideas, and
values of historical and contemporary civilization.
• Occupational: To assist students in attaining knowledge-based
competencies essential for productive citizenship, leadership, and service
in an increasingly complex global society.
• Social: To provide opportunities for students to develop socio-emotional
maturity that will enable them to be effective, contributing members of
families, groups, and communities in a pluralistic society.
• Physical: To empower students to take responsibility for their own
well-being through a health-promoting lifestyle.
HISTORY
In 1892 the educational venture that developed into Southern Adventist
University had its beginning in the small village of Graysville, Tennessee. The
school became known as Graysville Academy. In 1896 the name was changed to
Southern Industrial School and five years later to Southern Training School.
In 1916, because of limited acreage available for further expansion of plant
facilities, the school was moved to the Thatcher farm in Hamilton County,
Tennessee. The name "Collegedale" was given to the anticipated community. At
its new location, the school opened as Southern Junior College and continued as
such until 1944 when it achieved senior college status and the name was
changed to Southern Missionary College. In 1982 the name was changed to
Southern College of Seventh-day Adventists.
In 1996 graduate studies were added to the curriculum and the name was
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changed again, this time to Southern Adventist University.
SETTING
Southern Adventist University's one-thousand-acre Collegedale campus is
nestled in a valley 1 8 miles east of Chattanooga. The quietness and beauty of the
surroundings are in keeping with the University's educational philosophy.
ACCREDITATION AND MEMBERSHIPS
Southern Adventist University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur,
Georgia 30033-4097, telephone number 404-679-4501) to award one-year
certificates, associate degrees, baccalaureate degrees and masters degrees. It is
also accredited by the Accrediting Association of Seventh-day Adventist Schools,
Colleges, and Universities. It is also licensed by the Florida State Board of
Independent Colleges and Universities to offer the master of business
management and bachelor of science with a major in nursing. Additional
information regarding the University may be obtained by contacting the State
Board of Independent Colleges and Universities, Department of Education,
Tallahassee, FL 32399, 850-488-8695.
Schools and departments of the University are also accredited by various
organizations. The Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science degree
programs in nursing are accredited by the National League for Nursing
Accrediting Commission (61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006, telephone number,
1-212-363-5555 ext. 153). The School of Nursing is an agency member of the
Council of Baccalaureate and Higher Degree Programs and the Council of
Associate Degree Programs of the National League for Nursing. The School of
Nursing is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing. The School of
Education and Psychology teacher education program is accredited by the
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. The University is
approved by the Tennessee State Board of Education for the preparation of
secondary and elementary teachers. The School of Music program is accredited
by the National Association of Schools of Music. The Long-Term Care
Administration program is accredited by the National Association of Boards of
Examiners of Long-Term Care Administrators. The Social Work program is
accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.
Southern Adventist University is also a member of the Association of
American Colleges, the American Council on Education, the Tennessee College
Association, and the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Southern Adventist University offers 10 master's degree programs with 24
emphases, 54 baccalaureate degree majors, 44 minors, 17 associate degree
majors, and 1 one-year certificate. Additional preprofessional and terminal
curricula are available to students seeking admission to professional schools.
(See "Degrees and Curricula," pages 34-35). Eleven departments/schools offer
secondary teaching certification.
DISTANCE LEARNING
Distance learning includes undergraduate and graduate programs located on
national and international Seventh-day Adventist college and university
campuses as well as on-line courses and degrees. The distance learning
program provides the same quality of educational experience as the main
campus to those students who cannot attend classes in Collegedale.
This Is Southern Adventist U
STUDENTS
Sixty percent of the students of Southern Adventist University come from the
eight states constituting the Southern Union Conference of Seventh-day
Adventists. However, most of the additional states and 50 foreign countries are
also represented. There are a few more women than men.
Former Southern Adventist University students are now serving in the
ministerial, teaching, medical, and other services of the Seventh-day Adventist
Church at home and abroad. Others are engaged in advanced study, business
pursuits, government service, research activities, private and institutional medical
services, and the teaching professions on all levels.
FACILITIES
The following buildings house the academic and other activities of the
University:
Brock Hall — Visual Art and Design, Business and Management, English,
History, Journalism and Communication, Modern Languages, WSMC
FM90.5
Daniells Hall — Social Work and Family Studies, Software Technology
Center
Hickman Science Center — Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Mathematics,
Physics
Mazie Herin Hall — Nursing
William lies Physical Education Center — Physical Education, Health, and
Wellness, Swimming Pool
Ledford Hall — Technology
McKee Library — Center for Learning Success
Miller Hall — Religion
Sanford & Martha Ulmer Student Center — Computer Center, Cafeteria,
Counseling and Testing Center, Campus Ministries, student activity
rooms, K.R.'s Place, Student Services
Summerour Hall — Education and Psychology, Teaching Material Centers,
21 st Century Classroom
J. Mabel Wood Hall — Music
Lynn Wood Hall — Heritage Museum, Advancement, Alumni, Development,
Security
Wright Hall — Administration
Other facilities on or near campus that may serve student needs:
Collegedale Academy — secondary laboratory school
Collegedale Korean Church
Collegedale Seventh-day Adventist Church
Charles Fleming Plaza — shopping center with businesses serving the
University and community. Includes:
Adventist Book Center
Campus Kitchen — fast foods
Campus Shop — student bookstore and gift shop
Collegedale Credit Union
United States Post Office
Village Market with grocery, deli, bakery
Health Service — located at the east end of Thatcher South
Recreational Area — tennis courts, track, playing fields
Southern Village
Spanish-American Seventh-day Adventist Church
Arthur W. Spalding Elementary School — laboratory school
Student Apartments
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Student Park
Talge Hall — men's residence hall
Thatcher Hall — women's residence hall
Thatcher South — women's residence hall
Admissions
Southern Adventist University welcomes applications from students who
seek a university career that unites spirituality and academic integrity and
who commit themselves to an educational program designed according to
Christian principles as taught by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The
University does not discriminate in admissions on the basis of age, gender,
race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, or handicap.
PREPARATION FOR FRESHMAN STANDING 1
Applicants for regular admission as freshmen must satisfy one of the
following two conditions at the time of enrollment:
Regular Acceptance
A. Graduate from an approved secondary school, including Home Study
International, with a grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.00 (on a 4.00
scale) in major subjects, 2 have a minimum composite score of 18 on the
Enhanced American College Test (ACT) or a minimum of 710 on the
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or 840 on the Recentered SAT I.
B. Pass the General Education Development (GED) test with all sections
not less than 45 or total score of not less than 225, have a composite
score of 1 8 on the Enhanced ACT or a minimum of 71 on the Scholastic
Aptitude Test (SAT) or 840 on the Recentered SAT I, and be eighteen
years old by June 1 (prior to admission). Each applicant must have an
official transcript of his or her grades and credits sent to the Admissions
Office from the high school most recently attended.
Southern Adventist University must have received a final official high
school transcript or GED scores and a transcript from the high school last
attended from each new student before he or she will be admitted to
registration.
Acceptance on Academic Probation
A. If either the high school GPA or ACT/SAT composite score is below the
minimum requirements as stated above, the student may be accepted on
academic probationary status. The minimum mandatory GPA is 1.50.
The minimum mandatory ACT is 1 5 or 590 SAT I.
B. If both the high school GPA and the Enhanced ACT composite score
or SAT score are below the minimum requirements (2.00 and 18 or
710 respectively), it will be necessary for the student to take a
minimum of six semester hours (in solid courses) and maintain a
college GPA of 2.25 before being accepted at Southern Adventist
University. These six hours may be taken at Southern Adventist
University during the summer (last session excluded) or at another
Those planning to enter professions such as business and management, computing, education,
nursing, or music education should consult school admission requirements.
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English, mathematics, natural science, religion, social science, and foreign language
accredited college or university.
C. Students accepted on academic probation may take no more than 12
semester hours during the first semester.
Subjects Required for Admission
Applicants to freshman standing must have, at the minimum, the following
subjects in their secondary program:
1 . Three units of English, excluding journalism and communication.
2. Two units of mathematics, including algebra.
3. Two units of science or an ACT score of 14 in science reasoning. A
college class in biology, chemistry, or physics must be taken in addition to
general education science requirements if this condition is not met.
4. Two units of social studies. If one of these two units is not World History,
HIST 174, 175, 364, 365, 374, 375, 386, 387 or 388 must be taken as part
of the general education requirements.
5. Two units in a foreign language are required for a B.A. degree. If deficient,
one year of a foreign language at the college level will be required.
6. Computer competency is strongly recommended.
ADMISSION OF HOME SCHOOLED STUDENTS
Applicants who have completed their high school education in a home
school setting must submit the following documents to facilitate the
admissions process at Southern Adventist University.
1. A completed Southern Adventist University
undergraduate application.
2 . Either an ACT minimum composite test score
of 18, or an SAT I minimum combined verbal
and math score of 710. This minimum score
is mandatory for admission.
3. A portfolio, which must include the
following documents:
a) If the student participated in or
completed a course of study through a
correspondence school, they must submit
an official transcript from that school .
If the student was taught partially or
completely within the home, then it will
be necessary to create a transcript of
class work of the entire high school
experience . Include course
description, when the course was taken,
as well as grade achieved. For example,
"Algebra I: Fall, 1999, B+" .
b) A copy of an original research paper.
c) A hand-written statement reflecting on
the value the student received from
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their home school experience.
ADMISSION OF TRANSFER STUDENTS
Students wishing to transfer to Southern Adventist University from another
accredited college or university must follow the same application procedure
as other students. Transfer credits may be applied toward the requirements
for a degree when the student has satisfactorily completed a minimum of
twelve semester hours in residence. Credit by examination taken at other
colleges will be accepted according to Southern Adventist University
standards (see "University Credit by Examination" in the Academic Policies
section of the catalog on page 46). A maximum of 72 semester hours may
be accepted from a college where the highest degree offered is the associate
degree. Background deficiencies revealed by transcripts and entrance
examinations will be given individual attention.
Credit will be granted for courses taken at institutions which are not
regionally accredited only after the student has completed at least 16
semester hours at Southern
Adventist University with a 2.00 or better average. Transfer courses that are
comparable to Southern Adventist University courses may be recorded with
an earned grade of "D" or better in general education and a "C" earned grade
for a major.
A student who has been dismissed from another institution because of
poor scholarship or citizenship, or who is on probation from that institution, is
not generally eligible for admission until he can qualify for readmission to the
institution from which he has been dismissed. Transfer students must
submit both their college and high school official transcripts to the
Admissions Office before being admitted to registration. All transfer
students must show evidence of ACT (American College Test) or SAT
(Scholastic Aptitude Test) prior to registration at Southern Adventist
University unless the transfer GPA is 3.00 or above.
ADMISSION OF SPECIAL STUDENTS
Mature individuals who do not meet the above University admission
requirements and who do not wish to become degree candidates, or
otherwise qualified students who may desire limited credit for transfer to
another institution of higher learning, may register as special students. A
special student may enroll for a maximum of five semester hours per term.
ADMISSION OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
An international student applying to Southern Adventist University must
have completed the equivalent of a United States high school (secondary)
education. The student is required to list only the institutions and dates
attended on the application forms, but will not be accepted to Southern
Adventist University until the University has received original records or
official copies of all credits, degrees, diplomas and other credentials, with
validation by school or national officials. These should be in the original
language, accompanied by a translation (not an interpretation) in English,
and certified by an American Embassy official if possible.
The deadline for international student applications to be received by the
Admissions Office is June 30 for the fall registration, and October 30 for the
winter registration.
Students from countries which administer the G.C.E. (General Certificate
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of Education) examinations must have earned five (5) or more "0" level
academic subject passes (generally at one sitting, with marks 1 through 6 or
A through D). Subjects must include English, a natural science, and three
others selected from a second language, mathematics, science, and social
studies.
Proficiency in English, both written and oral, must be proven before
admission. This may be done by taking: (1) the Test of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL) paper-pencil test; (2) the TOEFL Computer Based Test
(CBT). Students whose TOEFL score is 550 (CBT 213) meet the official
admission level, but students with scores between 450 and 549 (CBT
133-212) may be admitted only on condition that they will enroll for special
English language proficiency classes. These students must enroll as
special advisees of the English Department which administers the language
classes. Students whose TOEFL scores are below 450 (CBT 133) are not
eligible for admission to the University. The ESL adviser will retest all
students who arrive without TOEFL scores or who do not meet the above
criteria. (Students who present a Michigan test score for admission to the
ESL program will be placed accordingly. See criteria for placement.)
All ESL students on F-1 visas must register for no fewer than 12 credit
hours; therefore, ESL students in the Intermediate level will register for a
minimum of 12 credit hours: 10 credit hours in the ESL program and 2-3
credit hours in a course designated by the ESL adviser in the English
Department. ESL students in the Advanced level will register for a minimum
of 12 credit hours: 7 credit hours in the ESL program and 5-6 hours in
courses designated by the ESL adviser in the English Department in
consultation with an adviser in the student's concentration. For details, see
the English Department sections of the catalog.
In addition to the regular University expenses, there are other expenses
for an international student. (Please refer to the Financial Information section
of the catalog.)
All students desiring an I-20 must first submit a legible copy of their
passport, showing legal name.
According to the current immigration laws, international students with
student visas may work on campus provided that employment is available,
and provided that the student is enrolled in a full course of study (minimum of
12 hours) for each semester in attendance and is making progress to the
completion of a degree. On-campus employment is limited up to 20 hours
per week when there are regular classes held. Such employment may be
full time (up to 40 hours per week) during school vacation periods provided
that the student intends to register for the subsequent academic semester.
The Human Resources Office will monitor hours worked and notify the
student and the campus employer when a student works in excess of 20
hours per week. Spouses may work only if they have student visas of their
own or have immigrant visas.
International students on non-immigrant visas are required by law to
secure permission before accepting any off-campus employment.
International students should not leave their homeland until they have in
their possession:
1 . An admissions letter of acceptance from Southern Adventist University
2. I-20 form (Immigration and Naturalization Service)
3. A valid passport
4. A valid visa to enter the United States
5. Sufficient funds for the first year at Southern Adventist University (in
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addition to the international security deposit of $3,000 U.S. required of all
non-U. S. citizens except for citizens of Canada and Bermuda).
ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Students majoring in business and management should refer to the
School of Business and Management for requirements pertaining to the
admission into the School.
ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL OF COMPUTING
Students majoring in computer science should refer to the School of
Computing for requirements pertaining to the admission into the School.
ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND PSYCHOLOGY
Students who plan to teach in elementary or secondary schools should
refer to the School of Education and Psychology section of the catalog for
admission requirements to the Teacher Education Program.
ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND
COMMUNICATION
Students majoring in journalism and communication should refer to the
School of Journalism and Communication for requirements pertaining to the
admission into the School.
ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Students majoring in music should refer to the School of Music for
requirements pertaining to the admission into the School.
ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL OF NURSING
Students applying to nursing courses as freshmen or as transfer
students should refer to the Nursing section of the catalog for admission
requirements.
ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL OF RELIGION
Students majoring in religion should refer to the School of Religion for
requirements pertaining to the admission into the School.
EXTENSION CLASSES
Extension classes are university classes offered on the campuses of
Southern Union academies as an opportunity for seniors to earn university
credit in skills areas that will fulfill part of the General Education requirements
at Southern Adventist University. Instructors are academy teachers who are
qualified with appropriate credentials and experience.
To enroll in an extension class, students must be members of the senior
class with a grade point average of 3.00 or above during the years of their
secondary education.
The extension classes must duplicate as nearly as possible their
university counterparts in content, degree of difficulty, testing and grading.
The use of formal Advanced Placement (AP) courses may be used where
such are available.
Academies that would like to participate in this program must contact the
Academic Dean to make application.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADMISSION
♦ Prospective students should request application forms from the Office of
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Admissions or can apply on the Internet at www.southern.edu.
♦ Completed applications should be returned to the Office of Admissions
with an application fee of $25.
♦ It is the student's responsibility to request any former schools (high school
and college) to forward transcripts to the Office of Admissions in support
of the application. These will become the property of the University. NO
TRANSCRIPT WILL BE ACCEPTED DIRECTLY FROM AN APPLICANT.
♦ Students transferring from another college or university must show
evidence of ACT (American College Test) or SAT I (Scholastic
Aptitude Test) prior to registration at Southern Adventist University
unless the transfer GPA is 3.00 or above.
♦ Upon receipt and evaluation of the application, transcripts of credits,
recommendations, and test scores, the Admissions Office will notify the
applicant of the action taken.
WHEN TO APPLY OR REAPPLY
New students are urged to submit applications no later than the last term
of the senior year of high school. Applications submitted at the beginning of
the senior year will sometimes enable the University to suggest ways of
strengthening the student's preparation. Because of the difficulty sometimes
encountered during the summer months in obtaining necessary transcripts,
test scores, and recommendations, more time will be necessary for
processing late applications.
A student must reapply, through the Office of Admissions, if they have
been out of school for one semester or longer. The regular application fee
of $25 will be required.
All students who have received academic acceptance will be mailed a
Commitment Deposit Card. To guarantee admission as a student, this card
must be completed and returned to the Admission Office with a $200 deposit.
Deadlines are July 15 for the fall semester and November 15 for the winter
semester. The $200 is not an additional fee; it is used as part of the
advance deposit of $2,500. The commitment deposit is refundable until the
deadlines. After that date, the student will forfeit the deposit. The
Commitment Deposit is required of any student seeking enrollment whether
residence hall or village.
ADMISSION TO GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Students planning to enroll in master's degree programs should write for
information from the respective School from which the graduate degree is
offered.
The degrees offered are:
School of Business and Management
Master of Business Administration
- Accounting
- Church and Nonprofit Leadership
- Healthcare Administration
- Management
Spicer Memorial College/**Adventist College of Management Studies
-*Human Resource Management
-7**Marketing Management
Master of Financial Services
Master of Science in Administration
ADMISSIONS
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School of Computing
Master of Software Engineering
School of Education and Psychology
Master of Science
- Community Counseling
- Marriage and Family Therapy
- School Counseling
Master of Science in Education
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Educational Administration and Supervision
- Inclusive Education
- Multiage Teaching
- Outdoor Teacher Education
School of Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing
- Adult Nurse Practitioner
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Healthcare Administration
- Nurse Administrator
- Nurse Educator
School of Religion
Master of Arts in Religion
- Homiletics
- Church Leadership and Management
- Evangelism
Master of Arts in Religious Education
Master of Arts in Religious Studies
Student Life and Services
A university is not only classroom instruction, but also a mode of
association. The effectiveness of the University program is enhanced if
students develop their interests and meet their needs th rough participation in
the nonacademic activities provided. Students are encouraged to take
advantage of the facilities and opportunities planned for their cultural, social,
and spiritual growth .
CAMPUS SAFETY
The Campus Safety department safeguards campus residents, property,
and facilities. Its responsibilities include fire prevention and detection,
traffic control, campus escort service, assistance with vehicle jump starts and
lockouts, vehicle registration, card entry, arrangements for emergency after
hours transportation, the maintenance of campus safety and order.
Campus Safety is also responsible for the public address system, recording
of programs and classroom presentations as per request. Campus Safety is
located in room 108 of Lynn Wood Hall.
CAREER SERVICES
Key elements in selecting an academic major and career are discovering
one's interests and abilities. The Counseling and Testing Center invites
students to discuss career options, self-assessment, aptitudes, interests, and
goals with a counselor. Career services are available to all currently
enrolled students and graduates. Appointments can be made by visiting or
calling the Counseling and Testing Center.
The Counseling and Testing Center offers assistance in resume and cover
letter preparation, graduate school and employment application processing,
and job interview preparation. Recruiters from professional schools and
businesses regularly visit the University to interview seniors. Annual job
opportunities and health career fairs provide students with opportunities to
network with employers.
CHAPLAIN'S OFFICE
Any student of Southern Adventist University has the opportunity to enrich
his/her personal relationship with Jesus through Campus Ministries activities.
Through the programs coordinated from the Chaplain's Office, students can
engage in a wide variety of on- and off-campus spiritual activities. Student
leaders working with the campus chaplain direct out-reach activities such as
Campus Ministries, CABL (Collegiate Adventist for Better Living), Destiny
Drama Company, Collegiate Missions, and numerous religious programs.
Southern Adventist University enjoys a reputation of having a strong
commitment to mission service. There are opportunities for short-term
mission projects as well as traditional Student Missionary positions or
volunteer Task Force positions. The Student Missionary assignments from
the world divisions are published by the General Conference Adventist
Volunteer Center on their web site. Students interested in any mission or
Task Force position may work through the Chaplain's Office for information
and placement in mission positions.
The campus chaplain serves as a pastor for the University campus. The
chaplain is available for spiritual counseling, personal and relationship
concerns, or any situation in which students desire personal and professional
counseling. It is the desire of the Chaplain's Office to provide a safe,
confidential setting for students to discuss personal issues.
Since many university students choose a life partner while here at the
University, the Chaplain's Office provides various premarital inventories and
counseling programs to aid in the establishment of healthy Christian
relationships.
CONCERT-LECTURE SERIES
Each year a concert-lecture series featuring significant artists and lecturers
is provided for students, generally in connection with the weekly convocation
program. The cost of admission for students is included in the tuition.
CONVOCATION
Convocation exercises in the residence halls and for the entire student
body serve educational and spiritual purposes. They also provide an element
of unity which is one of the most desirable features of private education such
as is found at Southern Adventist University. The spiritual emphasis weeks
and the weekend church services assist in the spiritual growth of the
students. Students are required to attend these services regularly. Failure to
do so will jeopardize the student's current status and readmission privileges.
COUNSELING AND TESTING SERVICE
During registration each student is assigned an academic adviser who will
assist in program planning and give advice and guidance on academic
questions throughout the school year. Students may also seek counseling
regarding academic concerns from any member of the faculty.
Students who wish to seek assistance from a professional counselor
should contact the Counseling Center. The Center offers a wide variety of
resources to assist students adjust to university life. Personal and career
counseling, consultation, testing, and referral services are provided in a
confidential caring environment.
Southern Adventist University is an established non-Saturday National
Test Center for the administration of entrance examinations for students
applying to graduate and professional schools. Contact the Counseling and
Testing Center for test applications and test date information.
DINING
For the promotion of student health and enjoyment, Southern Adventist
University provides a complete vegetarian cafeteria service, organized to
serve student needs. The spacious dining hall is an inviting center of social
and cultural life at the University, and service by the cafeteria staff is
available for the many student and faculty social functions. Auxiliary dining
rooms are available for meetings of various student or faculty organizations.
The Food Service Department also operates two vegetarian fast-food shops
on the campus. K.R.'s Place is conveniently located in the Student Center
and the Campus Kitchen is at the nearby Fleming Plaza.
DISABILITIES - REHABILITATION ACT (1973) Section 504: Services for
Students with Special Needs
Students with disabilities should contact the Center of Learning Success
(CLS) located on the second floor of the McKee Library (ph. 423-238-2574 or
423-238-2838). Southern Adventist University is in compliance with Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act (1973) and is dedicated to the elimination of
architectural and prejudicial barriers which prevent any qualified person from
attending. SAU has established the CLS to assist in obtaining reasonable
accommodations. However, the University does not assume responsibility
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for accommodations to students who have not voluntarily, and confidentially,
identified themselves as having qualifying disabilities or to those who have
not provided the CLS with appropriate documentation of their disabilities.
For students who have dissatisfaction with the University's
recommendations, SAU has a formal grievance process which it will conduct
in a fair and unbiased manner. The grievance process is initiated by
contacting the Director of Counseling and Testing at 423-238-2783 in the
Student Center. Detailed copies of this process are available at the CLS
and the Counseling and Testing Center.
DISCIPLINE
Discipline refers to any action taken by Southern Adventist University
relative to a student's social standing. All student disciplinary procedures
are under the direction of the vice-president for Student Services, who works
with the residence hall deans in handling student disciplinary cases. The
vice-president for Student Services may separate a student from the school,
suspend a student, deny re-admission, or place a student on citizenship
probation. For further details, consult the Student Handbook.
HEALTH SERVICE
The Health Service is directed by a nurse practitioner under the
supervision of a physician and the vice president for Student Services. The
nurse practitioner works during the day and two live-in registered nurses take
turns being on-call during the evenings, nights, and weekends for
emergencies. The physician will see students at Health Service at
pre-arranged times. To maximize healthcare for all students it is the normal
procedure for the nurse to see students at Health Service. In a clear
emergency the nurse on duty will go onsite.
Health Service is available to all students and student dependents ages 12
and above who are on school insurance.
An infirmary is available to all residence hall occupants at no charge.
Visits for minor illnesses or injuries, wound care, blood pressure checks, and
equipment loans are free. Visits requiring prescriptions or expanded
medical care, physicals, lab tests, immunizations, and medications or
supplies will have a charge. Health Service may bill some health insurances
but the students should plan to file their own insurance. Health Service
charges and prescriptions from Winn Dixie Pharmacy may be placed on the
student's account.
Health Service makes referrals and arranges transportation to area
dentists, doctors, and hospitals.
University policy requires all students to have adequate accident and
health insurance covering both inpatient and outpatient services. The same
coverage is encouraged for all spouses and dependents. This requirement
can be met at registration or before, by (a) enrolling in the student injury and
sickness insurance plan, or (b) signing a waiver form indicating adequate
coverage by another policy or health care plan. All students living in a
residence hall or other student housing must purchase the insurance unless
waiving the coverage. Those taking less than six hours may choose to
purchase the plan if desired. A student taking six hours or more who has
not signed a waiver form will be automatically enrolled in the plan. A policy
brochure describing benefits, terms, and limits is available from the Risk
Management department.
ORIENTATION PROGRAM
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Southern Adventist University has a personal interest in the success of the
student desiring a university education. There is much that the student must
do to get acquainted with the academic, social, and religious life of the
University by perusing this catalog and the Southern Adventist University
Student Handbook. Instruction and counsel are given which will help the
student better understand the University program and what is expected of
him/her as a citizen of the University community.
Orientation for new students is held prior to registration for the fall term. It
includes examinations and instruction helpful in course planning. The student
is introduced to
the facilities, purposes, and functions of the University. Social occasions are
also provided when students may meet faculty members and fellow students.
All new freshman and transferring students are required to attend the
orientation program.
PHOTO RELEASE
By registering at Southern Adventist University, students authorize the use
and reproduction by the University, or anyone authorized by the University,
of any pictorial images (including conventional, video, and digital
photography) taken of them while enrolled at Southern Adventist University,
without compensation. All negatives, positives, and prints shall constitute
Southern Adventist University property, solely and completely.
RESIDENCE HALL LIVING
Living in a university residence hall with its daily "give and take" prepares
the student to meet life with equanimity, teaches respect for the rights and
opinions of others, and offers first-hand experience in adjusting to a social
group. Four residence halls that serve the needs of our students are: Talge
Hall, Thatcher Hall, Thatcher South, and Southern Village.
To assure students this beneficial experience, the University requires
those students who take more than three semester hours of class work and
who are unmarried, under 23 years of age, and not living with their parents or
other approved relatives in the vicinity, to reside in one of the residence halls.
Those over the age 23 may be asked to find alternate housing either in
Student Family Housing or off-campus.
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS
The Director of Student Life and Activities plans social activities in
consultation with the Student Activities Committee. Additional social
programs are sponsored during the year by clubs and organizations.
In addition to the Student Association, more than 30 campus organizations
provide opportunities for enrichment, leadership training, and enjoyment.
They include church-related organizations — Campus Ministries; Student
Ministerial Association; clubs related to academic interests sponsored by the
departments; social clubs — Sigma Theta Chi (women), Upsilon Delta Phi
(men), Black Christian Union, Christian Veterans Association and the Latin
American Club, and special interest or hobby clubs.
STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
In harmony with the objectives of the University, high standards of
behavior are maintained to encourage the development of genuine Christian
character. Mature Christian students of sound spiritual and social integrity
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appreciate standards that elevate and ennoble. Admission to Southern
Adventist University is a privilege that requires the acceptance of and
compliance with published and announced regulations. Only those whose
principles and interests are in harmony with the ideals of the University and
who willingly subscribe to the social program as ordered are welcomed. It
therefore follows that since students at Southern Adventist University receive
an education subsidized by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, those who
engage in activities determined to be detrimental to the church on or off
campus will not be knowingly accepted or retained.
A student who is out of harmony with the social policies of the University,
who is uncooperative, and whose attitude gives evidence of an unresponsive
nature may be advised to withdraw without specific charge.
Each student is expected to become acquainted with the standards of
conduct published in the Southern Adventist University Student Handbook.
The handbook includes levels of social discipline and the appeal route. A
copy may be obtained from the office of the Vice President for Student
Services. Interim announcements of policies adopted by the administration
are of equal force with those listed in official publications.
STUDENT ASSOCIATION
Every undergraduate student at Southern Adventist University who is
taking eight or more semester hours of class work is a member of the
Student Association with voting privileges in the election of officers. The
association affords opportunities for leadership development and for
cooperation in achieving the objectives of Southern Adventist University. The
association assists the University administration and faculty in the
implementation of policies and assumes responsibility in giving direction to
campus activities entrusted to it. The association's activities are
coordinated and communicated through the Student Senate and cabinet and
their several committees. The activities and responsibilities of the officers
and the detailed organization of the Student Association are outlined in the
Student Association Constitution and Bylaws.
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT SERVICE
Southern Adventist University encourages every student to balance work
and study. If a student wants to work, is physically and emotionally able to
work, and has arranged his/her class schedule to accommodate a
reasonable work schedule, he/she should be able to obtain employment on
campus. Students seeking employment should contact the Human
Resources/Student Employment Office.
STUDENT PUBLICATIONS AND PRODUCTIONS
As a vital part of its community of learning, Southern Adventist University
sponsors the production of a variety of media by its students. When
exercised in the spirit of Christian fellowship, responsible freedom of
expression and debate of issues enhances the university community.
Editors and producers are encouraged to express themselves freely within
the parameters of the philosophy, standards, and mission statement of the
University.
Student media are the voices of both students and faculty, representing
the visual and creative arts, both in print and non-print formats. The student
media provides a marketplace of ideas in a university environment. Student
media serve not only the current residents of the campus, but also document
the culture and history of the institution.
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Approved student-produced media on campus are the Festival Studios
(multimedia year in review), Joker (pictorial directory), Numerique (student
phone directory), Southern Accent (student newspaper), Southern Memories
(yearbook), and Campus Chatter (weekly announcements). Southern
Adventist University is the legal publisher of all of the approved
student-produced media.
Academic En r ic h m e n t Se r v ic e s
E. A. ANDERSON LECTURE SERIES
The E. A. Anderson Lecture Series is an annual feature of the business
curriculum. The series is made possible by the generosity of E. A. Anderson
of Atlanta, Georgia, for the purpose of giving the student a broader
understanding of the business world. The public is invited to attend the
lectures free of charge; however, for a fee, continuing education credit is
available. Lectures are presented at 8 p.m. on Monday evenings during the
second semester, in the E. A. Anderson Business Seminar Room, Brock
Hall, Room 333.
EUGENE A. ANDERSON
HEILLER ORGAN CONCERT SERIES
The Anderson Heiller Organ Concert Series was initiated in 1986 to
provide world-class organ concerts. These concerts and workshops are
presented by foremost organists from throughout the world. Selected
performances are broadcast internationally on the American Public Radio
Program, "Pipe Dreams." The series is made possible through the generosity
of Eugene A. Anderson of Atlanta, Georgia, for the education and enjoyment
of the students and the public. Because of its uniqueness, this series attracts
organists and other fine arts enthusiasts from all areas of the country.
The Anton Heiller Memorial Organ, a 70-stop 108-rank tracker, was
dedicated in the Collegedale Seventh-day Adventist Church in April 1986. A
second instrument, a mean-tone organ with two manuals and 13 stops, is
housed in Ackerman Auditorium. Both were built by John Brombaugh and
Associates of Eugene, Oregon.
FLORENCE OLIVER ANDERSON LECTURE SERIES
Each year the School of Nursing at Southern Adventist University brings
nationally recognized experts in the health field on campus to address the
professional community. Southern Adventist University believes education to
be a dynamic lifelong process and is committed to providing professional
nurses with continuing education opportunities, as well as exposing student
nurses to the importance of self-initiated education.
This series of seminars is dedicated to excellence in nursing and is made
possible by the generosity of the late Florence Oliver Anderson.
CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES
Ackerman Auditorium in J. Mabel Wood Hall is the setting for the Chamber
Music Series. Each semester two or three artists and/or ensembles provide a
variety of listening experiences for students, faculty, and the community.
Artists are chosen in such a fashion that over a four-year period a student
can become acquainted with solo and ensemble music of many style
periods. Master classes are often scheduled in conjunction with a concert.
E. O. GRUNDSET LECTURE SERIES
The E. O. Grundset Lecture Series is jointly sponsored by the Southern
Adventist University Chapter (Kappa Phi) of the Beta Beta Beta National
Biological Honor Society and the Biology Department. Five or more lectures
are presented each semester by guest speakers. The general public is
invited.
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The lectures are divided into two categories. The Technical Research
Seminars are designed to update students, faculty, and the community on
current biological research as well as to illustrate to students how biological
knowledge is acquired through research. The Natural History Lectures are
less technical and provide a general understanding of organismic and
ecological biology, either by a description of the plants or animals in a certain
region or an account of the behavior, habits, or ecology of certain species.
ROBERT H. PIERSON LECTURE SERIES
The Robert H. Pierson Lectureship is sponsored annually by the School of
Religion at Southern Adventist University under the auspices of the Ellen G.
White Memorial Chair in Religion to facilitate the training of ministers in
Biblical Studies, Theology, History, Adventist Heritage, Homiletics,
Administration, and in other areas of preparation.
THE GERHARD F. HASEL LECTURESHIP ON BIBLICAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Gerhard F. Hasel Lectureship on Biblical Scholarship serves to
promote biblical scholarship, particularly by inviting recognized
non-Seventh-day Adventist scholars to lecture on the campus of Southern
Adventist University. The lectureship also serves to maintain a mutually
helpful interchange between Adventist and non-Adventist biblical scholars,
and to expose students and faculty to varied research and views in order to
challenge and fortify the reasons for biblical faith. The lectureship is
sponsored by the E. G. White Memorial Chair in Religion.
CENTER FOR LEARNING SUCCESS
The Center for Learning Success (CLS) provides staff and equipment in a
supportive Christian environment to assist and encourage all students in their
pursuit of learning.
Students with documented disabilities are advised to register with the CLS
as part of their preparation to attend SAU or by the week of their first class.
INSTITUTE OF ARCHAEOLOGY
The Institute of Archaeology, under the auspices of the School of Religion,
coordinates archaeological programs through course offerings, the Lynn H.
Wood Archaeological Museum, laboratories, a research library, excavations,
and publications.
LIBRARIES
McKee Library provides both print, nonprint, and electronic educational
materials for the students and faculty of the University. Open stacks,
pleasant areas to read or study, current periodicals, and a large microform
collection contribute to the enjoyment of learning. Special collections in the
library include the Seventh-day Adventist Heritage Collection: books and
materials by SDA authors and about the Seventh-day Adventist Church; and
the Dr. Vernon Thomas Memorial Civil War and Abraham Lincoln Collection:
books, letters, manuscripts, newspapers, pamphlets, pictures, paintings,
maps, and artifacts of this period in American History.
The combined collection of these libraries contains over 600,000 items.
Over 1,100 print periodicals are currently received which include a large
number of titles kept permanently on microform. McKee Library's web page
is a central source for accessing information. It links to the online catalog,
multiple websites, as well as numerous databases which access 11,755
full-text journals. The library is a member of Ohio College Library Center
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and charter member of the Southeastern Library Network automated
systems.
The facility has been in use since 1970, and provides seating for 370,
including individual study carrels and group study tables.
An educational curriculum library, the Teaching Materials Center, is
housed on the second floor of Summerour Hall. It contains elementary and
secondary textbooks, curriculum guides, teaching aids, a laminator, copier,
computers, and video viewers. The center features a large collection of
Ellison letter cutters in a handy work area. The TMC contains over 10,000
books, pictures, videos, posters, and realia designed to help teachers,
students, and community members produce interesting presentations.
MUSIC LIBRARY
A music library is housed in Mabel Wood Hall for use by faculty and
students of the School of Music. The resources in this collection include
books, scores, CDs, DVDs, and records. Items in this collection are
cataloged by McKee Library.
MARINE BIOLOGICAL STATION
Southern Adventist University is affiliated with Walla Walla College's
Rosario Beach Marine Biological Station to enrich and supplement its
on-campus programs.
This Marine Biological Station is located on Fidalgo Island in the Puget
Sound in the state of Washington and provides students with opportunities
to study marine habitats in a temperate climate. This station also furnishes
facilities for summer class work and research. Its close proximity to biomes
ranging from sea bottom to Alpine tundra provides an excellent opportunity
for instruction and investigation.
WSMC FM90.5
WSMC FM90.5 (Chattanooga's classical station) is a 100,000 watt,
noncommercial, fine arts radio station licensed to Southern Adventist
University.
WSMC provides training for students in the field of broadcasting. The
station regularly hires between 15 and 20 students as on-air announcers,
reporters, or production assistants. The station is an excellent way for the
student to receive hands-on experience in the field of broadcasting.
WSMC represents the University to the Greater Chattanooga community,
with a coverage area including a 100-mile radius of Chattanooga. Founded in
1961, it is the oldest noncommercial fine arts station in southeastern
Tennessee. WSMC was the first radio station in a seven-state region to
receive satellite capability. The station also exists as an outreach of the
University — striving to enhance the quality of life in the community.
The station produces high-quality fine arts, informational, educational, and
inspirational programs. WSMC is affiliated with Public Radio International.
WSMC's broadcast studios are located in Brock Hall. The facility includes
a studio-quality production room, news room, music library, and on-air
studios.
Academic Policies
PLANNING A COURSE OF STUDY
When planning their course work, students should acquaint themselves
with their chosen program of study and graduation requirements outlined in
this catalog. Students who have not decided their course of study before
entering the University may take a general program exploring several fields.
This approach need not result in loss of credits if carefully planned.
Freshman students may consult faculty members during the summer
months before the beginning of the fall term. Students planning to teach
should consult the School of Education and Psychology to include teacher
education courses as a part of their program in order to qualify for
denom in alio n aland state certification.
Degree candidates are responsible for satisfying all degree requirements.
They may choose to meet the requirements of any one catalog in effect
during the period of residency. If students discontinue their education for a
period of twelve months or more, they must qualify according to the catalog
in force at the tim e of their return.
GENERAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: Master's Degree
The general and specific degree requirements for a master's degree are
described in a separate Graduate Catalog, available by writing to the
graduate school. Master's degrees are available in the fields of Education,
Counseling, Business, Nursing, Software Engineering, and Religion.
GENERAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: Baccalaureate Degree
The general degree requirements for a baccalaureate degree are as
follows:
♦ Satisfactory make-up of admissions deficiencies.
♦ A minimum of 124 semester hours with a resident and cumulative grade
point average of 2.00 (C) or above.* Students earning the Bachelor of
Music degree will take 138-142 semester hours.
♦ A minimum of 40 hours of upper division credit, to include at least 14
upper division hours in the major for a B.A. degree and at least 18 upper
division hours in the major for all other degrees.
♦ Completion of a major and minor (two majors accepted) for a B.A. degree
or completion of a major for other degrees with a cumulative grade point
average of 2.25 in the major,* completion of the general education
requirements, and electives to satisfy the total credit requirements for
graduation. Courses completed with grades lower than a "C-" will not be
applied on a major or minor. Grades of "C" or better are required for the
Nursing major and grades of "C" or better are required for Nursing cognate
courses.
♦ More than one major may be earned provided all courses required for
each major and its cognates are completed. Each major must include a
minimum of 20 semester hours that do not overlap with any other major or
minor.
♦ More than one minor may be earned provided all courses required for
each minor are completed. Each minor must include a minimum of 12
semester hours that do not overlap with any other major or minor.
*For educational certification, all secondary and elementary majors must have a minimum overall grade
point, major, and education average of 2.75. The nursing major requires a GPA of 2.50 in cognate
courses as well as in the major. The medical technology major requires minimum grades of C- and a
minimum average of 2.25 in the major and cognates. The School of Religion and the Social Work
Department require a minimum overall GPA of 2.50.
GENERAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: Baccalaureate, continued
♦ Bachelor of Art degrees are exempt from completing a minor if the student
is a Southern Scholar or working towards certification.
♦ Completion of an examination as required by the department or school.
♦ Students wishing to obtain a second degree will need to complete, beyond
the 124 minimum hours required, a minimum of 30 hours, including 16
hours upper division, and a new major.
GENERAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: Associate Degree
♦ A minimum of 64 semester hours and a resident and cumulative grade
point average of 2.00 (C) or above. Nursing majors need 69 semester
hours and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50.
♦ Completion of a major, the general education requirements, and electives
to satisfy the total credit requirements for graduation. Courses completed
with grades lower than "C-" will not be applied on a major.
♦ Students who have completed one associate degree and who wish to
obtain another associate degree may do so upon completion of the
curriculum prescribed for the second degree.
The work completed for the second degree must include at least 24 hours
in residence over and above the number of hours earned for the first
degree. If the second associate degree is earned subsequent to the first
associate degree, the requirements for the second degree will be
governed by the provisions of the catalog in effect at the time the student
re-enters the University for work toward the second degree.
♦ Students who wish to obtain an associate degree at the time they receive
a baccalaureate degree may do so if the degrees are in different fields. If
requirements for an associate and a baccalaureate degree in the same
field are completed at the same time, only the higher degree will be
conferred.
ONE-YEAR CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
♦ A minimum of 32 semester hours which meet the requirements of a
specific one-year program.
♦ A resident and cumulative grade point average of 2.00 (C) or above.
Grades in the technical area below "C-" will not be accepted.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Minor
♦ A minimum of eighteen semester hours of which six must be upper
division credit.
CLASS STANDING
Freshmen 0-23 semester hours
Sophomores 24-54 semester hours
Juniors 55-93 semester hours
Seniors 94 semester hours
Eligibility for class office requires a grade point average of 2.25 and a good
citizenship record.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Degree Candidacy: A student becomes a degree candidate when s/he
enters the school term during which it will be possible to complete all
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requirements for graduation. Formal application for graduation must be made
during the fall registration of the senior year.
Dates of Graduation: The date of graduation will be (a) the date of
commencement for those graduating at the close of the school year; (b) the
last day of the semester for those finishing first semester; and (c) for others,
the last day of the month in which graduation requirements are met and an
official transcript is received at the Records and Advisement Office. There
are three commencement services. One at the end of the first semester,
second semester, and a summer commencement service in July.
Transcripts: Before a student will be allowed to graduate, transcripts of all
correspondence and transfer credits must be received at the Records and
Advisement Office.
Participation in Graduation Exercises: Students are allowed to participate
in commencement exercises only if they have completed all the courses they
need for graduation.
Deferred Graduation: Students ordinarily graduate under the requirements
of the catalog of the year in which they enter the University. Students who
are studying for a baccalaureate degree and fail to graduate within six
calendar years (four years for an associate degree), must plan to conform to
the current catalog.
RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS
Baccalaureate Degree: Twenty-five percent of the total semester hours
required for the baccalaureate degree must be taken in residency including
30 of the last 36 hours completed preceding the conferment of the degree.
The total hours taken in residence must include fifteen in upper division, nine
of which must be in the major and three in the minor fields.
Associate Degree: Twenty-five percent of the total semester hours
required for the baccalaureate degree must be taken in residency including
30 of the last 36 hours completed preceding the conferment of the degree.
The total hours taken in residence must include fifteen in the major field of
study and three in the minor if a minor is taken.
Certificate Programs: Eighteen semester hours of credit must be
completed in residence immediately preceding the conferment of a one-year
certificate.
Transfer Credit: Prior arrangements must be made with the Records and
Advisement Office to take courses for transfer credit at another college or
university during any session the student is simultaneously enrolled at
Southern Adventist University and during any summer after initial enrollment.
See department/school sections of the catalog for classes which must be
taken in residence.
PREREQUISITE FOR TAKING UPPER DIVISION CLASSES
Students must complete forty semester hours of 100 and 200 level
courses (lower division) before enrolling in a 300 or 400 level course (upper
division). The English Composition and mathematics requirements in
area A, Basic Academic Skills, of General Education must be met
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before enrollment in upper division classes.
GENERAL EDUCATION
General education is an important part of the student's experience at
Southern Adventist University. The general education structure is designed
to provide the student opportunity to develop those values and competencies
that mark an educated person and prepare him or her for leadership in
today's complex society. While recognizing the validity of many different
general education programs, the faculty of SAU have designed the following
sequence that provides development of academic skills and opportunities for
self-fulfillment and conveys basic values of both the Seventh-day Adventist
Church and western civilization. Students may exercise considerable
latitude when selected courses to comply with General Education
requirements. A comprehensive general education test is required of all
baccalaureate seniors.
Writing Across the Curriculum: The Writing Across the Curriculum
program at Southern Adventist University is one of the longest-running
programs of its kind in the nation. The goal of the program is to assist
students in developing writing skills suitable to various disciplines. Such skills
will also make students more competitive in the job market. Thus, candidates
for the bachelor's degree must complete three writing-emphasis classes as
outlined in the general education requirements. These classes are carefully
tailored to emphasize personal growth in writing skills through both
spontaneous and planned writing exercises. Students should also expect
writing requirements in courses other than those designated as
writing-emphasis courses.
Community Service: Promotion of voluntary, unselfish service to mankind
is a thread that runs through all programs of study at Southern Adventist
University. Volunteerism, however, cannot be mandated. It can only be
encouraged. Students at Southern are encouraged to volunteer for
community service through government, philanthropic, cultural, political,
church, medical, educational, environmental, and other organizations and
agencies or through individual projects. Based on nominations from each
academic department/school, Community Service Awards are presented
each year at the annual Awards Convocation to students who have made an
exceptional contribution of time and effort in serving others.
Semester Hours
Assoc Bschdor's
AREA A. ACADEMIC, COMMUNICATION,
AND COMPUTER SKILLS
A graduate of Southern Adventist University can use
the skills of reading, writing, mathematics, oral communication and
basic computing skills.
Underlying all general education requirements are the
basic academic skills of English and mathematics. It is
important for a graduate to be able to discern an author's
organization, arguments, and supports, and to write
coherently, fluently, and grammatically. Graduates need
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numeric and symbolic computation skills to function
successfully in our scientific and technological society.
All English Composition and mathematics
requirements in Area A must be completed
before upper division work is undertaken.
Upper division transfer students may take Area A
requirements concurrently with upper division classes.
1. English 6-9 6-9
ENGL 1 01 and 1 02 are required for both the associate
and bachelor's degrees. Students with an Enhanced ACT
English score below 1 7 must take English 1 00 before enrolling
in ENGL 1 01 . ESL students with TOEFL scores below 550
must take the designated ESL courses and raise their TOEFL
scores to 550 before enrolling in ENGL 1 01 .
2. Mathematics 0-3 0-3
Semester Hours
Assoc. Bachelor's
Students with a Mathematics ACT score below 22 must
take one mathematics course (100 level or above).
MATH 080 is required of all students who meet none of
the following criteria: 1) ACT Mathematics score of 16
or above, 2) ACT Mathematics Elementary Algebra
subscore of 8 or above, 3) Completion of high school
Algebra II with a grade of C or better.
AREA A. ACADEMIC, COMMUNICATION,
AND COMPUTER SKILLS continued
3. Candidates for the bachelor's degree must
complete three writing-emphasis classes.
These classes are identified by a "(W)" following the
course name, [e.g., History of the South (W)] in the
departmental listings. One such class must be in the
student's major field and one must be outside the major
field. The third may be chosen from any area. The
writing done as a part of the program overseas completed
by students majoring in International Studies or Spanish
will be accepted in place of a specially designated
"W" course in the major.
4. Oral Communication 3
Oral communication skills include Speaking Competencies
and Listening Competencies. Degree programs that do not
require COMM 135 require a set of courses approved by the
Oral Communication Committee — a set of courses which
meet the criteria for kinds, quality, and quantity of oral
communication experiences and competencies set by the
University for meeting minimum general education and
accreditation standards.
5. Basic Computer Competencies 3
Southern Adventist University defines computer competencies
as including both concept-based competencies and skill-
based competencies.
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All students must demonstrate the concept-based computer
competencies B-2 and B-3 by:
a. Taking or challenging CPTE 1 00 which is offered in the
classroom and online.
OR
b. Passing the Concept-Based Computer Competency Exam
administrated by the School of Computing.
OR
c. Taking BCPT 314 or EDUC 250.
Semester Hours
Assoc. Bachelor's
AREA A. ACADEMIC, COMMUNICATION,
AND COMPUTER SKILLS continued
All students must demonstrate skill-based computer competencies
B-1 by:
a. Taking or challenging two hours or more in computer skill
building courses that cover different application areas.
OR
b. Passing two different Skill-Based Computer Competency
Exams administrated by the School of Computing.
OR
c. A combination of a and b.
The computer skill building courses are CPTE 1 04, 1 05, 1 06, 1 07
109, 205, 245/345, 249, BCPT 104 (covers three areas), 105
245/345, EDUC 250 (includes 1 hr. skill based and 1 hr.
concept-based).
AREA B. RELIGION 6 12
A graduate of Southern Adventist University has a knowledge
of the Bible and a sense of Christian community based on the
teachings, beliefs, and history of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
A correct understanding of the human condition results
from a knowledge of the Bible as God's word, a commitment
that springs from that truth, and a system of values derived
from such knowledge and insight.
Transfer students must take 3 hours for each year or
part thereof in attendance at an SDA college or university
with a minimum of 6 hours. Bachelor's degree students
must take 1 2 hours of Religion and include one
upper-division class.
1. Biblical Studies
All RELB courses.
2. Religion and Theology Studies
All RELT courses.
3. Professional Studies
One course may be chosen from RELP 240/340, 251 ,
264, or 468.
AREAC. HISTORY, POLITICAL,
AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS
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A graduate of Southern Adventist University has
knowledge of history and the skill to analyze political
and economic systems. It is essential that one have an
historical perspective in a society that allows its members
a voice in shaping its political, social, and economic
institutions. Students with less than one secondary school
credit for World History must include one of the following:
HIST 174, 175, 364, 365,374, 375, 386, 387 or 388.
1. History
All HIST courses except 490 and 497.
2. Political and Economic Systems
All PLSC courses; GEOG 306; ECON 213, 224, 225.
[Students studying for licensure in elementary education
may take GEOG 204 for C-2 credit.)
AREA D. LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, FINE ARTS
A graduate of Southern Adventist University can recognize the
impact of arts and humanities on life and integrate such knowledge
into personal experience.
Language, literature, speech, and the fine arts convey
ideas, values, and emotions. An acquaintance with these
modes of communication enhances the ability to express oneself
and fosters an appreciation of the cultural heritage of world
civilization and the complexities of human existence.
Bachelor's degree students must include at least
3 hours in two sub-areas. Students entering
Southern Adventist University who have less than
two secondary school credits of foreign language
and who are pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree
must complete the elementary level of a foreign
language.
Semester Hours
Assoc. Bachelor's
AREA D. LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, FINE ARTS, continued
1. Foreign Language
FREN 101-102, 207-208; GRMN 101-102, 207-208;
ITAL 101-102, 207-208; MDLG 265;
RELL 251 -252, 271 -272; SPAN 1 01 -1 02, 207-208, 243.
2. Literature
All literature courses offered by the English
Department, FREN 357, 358, 458; SPAN 355, 356,
457 458; and COM M 326.
3. Music and Art Appreciation
HMNT205; MUHL 115, 120,320,321,322,323;
MUCH 215; ART 218/318, 342, 344, 345, 349.
AREA E. NATURAL SCIENCE 3-6 6-9
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A graduate of Southern Adventist University comprehends
the basic concepts of science and can apply the scientific
method to problem solving.
A study of the sciences develops an inquiring attitude
toward one's environment. It provides individuals with
empirical and rational methods of inquiry and an awareness
of both the potential and the limitations of pure and applied
science in solving problems.
Bachelor's degree students must take at least 3
hours from each of 2 sub-areas or complete a
science sequence course. Only one of the
following may apply: BIOL 424, PHYS 317.
Students who have less than two secondary school
units in science, and a Science Reasoning ACT
standard score less than 14, must take 3 hours of
science above the usual requirements; e.g. associate
degree students must take 6 hours and bachelor's
degree students must take 9 hours.
Southern Scholars must take a sequence of two
classes from the same department. See the "Honors
Studies Sequence" section on page 33 of the
catalog for clarification.
1. Biology
BIOL 101-102, 103, 151-152, 225, 226, 250,
314,424.
2. Chemistry
CHEM 111-112, 113-114, 115, 151-152.
3. Physics
PHYS 137, 138, 155, 211-212, 213-214, 317.
4. Earth Science
ERSC 105.
Semester Hours
Assoc. Bachelor's
AREA F. BEHAVIORAL, FAMILY,
HEALTH SCIENCES 2 5
A graduate of Southern Adventist University will have a
knowledge of and be able to apply the dynamics of personal
relationships, social interaction, and healthful living
toward effective service.
The basic social units significantly shape people's lives,
and a knowledge of their workings is necessary to understand
ourselves and others.
Bachelor's degree students must include at least 2
hours in 2 of the following sub-areas:
1. Social Work and Family Studies
PSYC 124, 128, 217, 224, 233, 315, 349,
377, 41 5; SOCW 21 1,212, 230, 233,265/465,
296/496; EDUC 217; all SOCI courses
except 201, 223, 230,365.
2. Family Science
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BUAD 128; SOCI 201, 223, 233, 365;
SOCW 233; PSYC 233.
3. Health Science
HLED 173; HLNT 135; NRNT 125.
AREA G. ACTIVITY SKILLS 3 3
A graduate of Southern Adventist University will understand
how to live a balanced life by following the principles of
wellness and using leisure time wisely. The Seventh-day
Adventist philosophy stresses the balanced development of the
whole person. Toward this goal, education in the use of leisure
time is important, particularly in recreational, creative,
and practical skills. All students must take 3 hours of course
work from Area G-1 . PEAC 225 is required for both the associate
and the bachelor's degrees. An additional PEAC course is
required for the bachelor's degree.
1. Creative Skills
All MUPF courses; ART 1 01 ,1 04-1 05, 1 09-1 1 0,
221 -222, 223, 235, 300, 31 0; ARTG 339;
ENGL 312, 314; JOUR 125,315.
[Students studying for licensure in elementary
education may take ART 230 for G-1 credit.]
2. Practical Skills
ACCT 1 03, 221 -222; ARTG 1 1 5, 21
BUAD 126; COM M 103; CPIS 220; CPTR 103, 124,215;
ENGL 313; ENGR 149, 249; JOUR 105,205; SOCW 101;
TECH 145, 149, 154, 164, 264.
3. Recreational Skills
PEAC 225 is required for both the associate and
the bachelor's degrees. An additional PEAC course
is required for the bachelor's degree. Optional
pass/fail grading is available for all PEAC courses except 225.
SOUTHERN SCHOLARS (Honors Program):
The honors program is designed for students who bring to their baccalaureate
studies a high degree of motivation and intellectual curiosity. Special projects,
inter-disciplinary studies, and designated honors courses provide a challenging
and intellectually stimulating educational experience. Degrees of depth and
breadth are attained in this experience beyond those normally attained in regular
baccalaureate studies.
The program is administered by an Honors Committee which admits students
to the program and discontinues honors status of those who fail to maintain
minimum program standards. Its members also advise individual Southern
Scholars and continually monitor their progress.
Eligible students will be invited to become Southern Scholars. Freshmen are
eligible if they have a high school GPA of 3.70 or higher. Other students must
have completed at least 31 and at most 62 semester hours (exceptions may be
granted under special conditions) with a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher.
To continue as Southern Scholars, students must complete a minimum of
twelve credits each semester and thirty-one credits each calendar year. They
must also enroll in appropriate honors sequence courses, receive a B (3.00)
average or higher in the honors sequence courses and maintain a minimum
cumulative GPA of 3.50. All honors students are expected to graduate within a
four-year period unless extenuating circumstances justify an extension by the
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honors committee.
Ordinarily, all courses of the honors sequence must be taken in residence.
Limited exceptions may be made by the honors committee in the case of transfer
students. Students already enrolled at Southern Adventist University who wish to
take honors sequence classes at another institution must secure prior approval
from the honors committee.
After completing one year in the honors program, Southern Scholars may
receive a waiver for the cost of auditing one class each semester that they
remain in the program. Once having earned junior status and having finished one
year in the program, Southern Scholars will receive a tuition refund equivalent to
one three-hour class for four semesters if they are enrolled full-time. The "per
hour" rate for a 16-hour class load will be the basis for calculating the refund.
Southern Scholars also receive a 100 percent tuition waiver for Honors Seminar,
HMNT 451 and 452. Refer to the scholarship on page 275.
HONORS STUDIES SEQUENCE
A. General Education
Honors students must meet regular general education requirements with the
following stipulations:
1 . Area B-2. One of the following courses must be selected: RELT 31 7, 368,
424, or 467.
2. Area D-1 . Foreign language competency must be attained at the
intermediate level.
3. Area D-2. ENGL 445 must be selected.
4. Area D-3. HMNT 205 must be selected.
5. Area E. MATH 181 or MATH 215 and one of the following science
sequences must be selected: BIOL 151-152; CHEM 151-152;
PHYS 211-212 with PHYS 213-21 4.
B. Honors Seminar
HMNT 451 , 452, a sequence of eight seminar sessions, one each month,
September through April taken during the junior or senior year.
C. Project (2-3 hours, Directed Study)
A significant scholarly project, involving research, writing, or special
performance, appropriate to the major in question, is ordinarily completed
the senior year. Ideally, this project will demonstrate an understanding of
the relationship between the student's major field and some other
discipline. The project is expected to be of sufficiently high quality to
warrant a grade of A and to justify public presentation. The completed
project submitted in duplicate must be approved by the Honors
Committee in consultation with the student's supervising professor three
weeks prior to graduation. The 2-3 hours of credit for this project is done
as directed study or in a research class.
GRADUATION WITH ACADEMIC HONORS
Students graduating with a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or above will have the
degree conferred as follows: 3.50-3.74, cum laude; 3.75-3.89, magna cum
laude; 3.90-4.00, summa cum laude. The appropriate designations will
appear on the diploma.
HONOR ROLL/DEAN'S LIST
At the conclusion of each semester of the school year, students who have
carried a minimum of 12 semester hours and who have attained the following
grade point averages will be included in the honors group indicated:
3.50 -3.74 Honor Roll
3.75 -3.89 Dean's List
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3.90 - 4.00 Distinguished Dean's List
STUDENT MISSION/TASK FORCE CREDIT
Students may earn twelve hours of elective credit while participating in the
Student Mission/Task Force programs. Details are available in the office of
the University Chaplain. Students who wish to serve as student missionaries
or task force workers must plan their programs a year in advance to fulfill
necessary prerequisites.
MAJOR AND MINOR REQUIREMENTS
Each major consists of thirty hours or more in the chosen field of
specialization of which a minimum of fourteen for a Bachelor of Arts degree
and eighteen for all other bachelor's degrees must be upper division credit.
The total semester hours required for each major for the Bachelor of
Science, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Music, and
Bachelor of Social Work degrees varies with the field of specialization
chosen.
All minors consist of at least eighteen semester hours. Six hours of a minor
must be upper division credit.
The specific requirements for majors and minors are given under the
respective disciplines in the section "Courses of Study."
DEGREES AND CURRICULA
A Master's Degree consists of at least one additional year of course work
beyond the bachelor's degree. It includes a field of concentration and may
require a thesis.
The Bachelor of Arts degree consists of four years of course work that
places a student's major field of study in the context of a liberal arts
education. To encourage a wide range of studies, a minor is required. A
foreign language component is required.
The Bachelor of Science degree consists of four years of course work
that places the student's major field of study in the context of a liberal arts
education. The degree permits greater concentration in the field of study. No
minor or foreign language study is required except as specified for certain
majors.
The Bachelor of Business Administration degree is a professional
degree consisting of a four-year program with concentrations available in
various fields of business. Requirements for this degree are outlined in the
School of Business and Management section.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree consists of four years of course work
allowing the student the focus to develop a body of work in drawing and
painting. No minor is required.
The Bachelor of Music degree is a professional degree consisting of four
years of course work designed to meet the needs of students wishing to
receive teaching
credentials. Requirements for this degree are outlined in the School of Music
section.
The Bachelor of Social Work degree is a professional degree consisting
of a four-year program of courses designed to meet the needs of students
wishing to go into the social work profession. Requirements for this degree
are outlined in the Social Work and Family Studies Department section.
The Associate of Arts degrees is a two-year program designed to meet
the needs of students who wish to pursue a short general studies program.
The Associate of Science degree is a two-year program designed to
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meet the needs of students who wish to pursue a short occupational or
pre-professional program.
The Associate of Technology degree is a two-year program designed to
meet the needs of students who wish to pursue an occupational program.
The One-Year Certificate is available for students in the Auto Mechanics
Technician program. Requirements for this certificate is outlined in the
Technology Department section.
Paraprofessional Curricula are programs designed to prepare students
to enter professional schools. In some cases paraprofessional curricula will
lead to an associate degree.
Curriculum Chart
Department/
School
Deqi
ee Major Minor
Allied Health
B.S.
Clinical Laboratory Science (Medical Technology)
A.S.
Pre-Dental Hygiene
A.S.
Pre-Health Information Administration
A.S.
Pre-Nutrition and Dietetics
A.S.
Pre-Occupational Therapy
A.S.
Pre- Physical Therapy
A.S.
Pre- Physician Assistant
A.S.
Pre- Respiratory Therapy
A.S.
Pre-Speech Language Pathology & Audiology
A.S.
Pre-Surgical Physician Assistant
Biology
B.A.
'Biology Biology
B.S.
Biology
B.S.
Biology — Biomedical
Business and
M.B.A.
Business
Management
Accounting
Church and Nonprofit Leadership
Healthcare Administration
Management
M.F.S.
Financial Services
M.S.A.
Administration
"Spicer Memorial College/
**Adventist College of Management Studies
"Human Resource Management
*/** Marketing Management
{See Graduate Catalog)
B.B.A.
Accounting Business Administration
B.B.A.
Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurial Mgmt
B.B.A.
Finance Management
B.B.A.
Financial Services Marketing
B.B.A.
International Business
* Secondary teaching certification available for these disciplines
Department/
School Degree Major
B.B.A.
B.B.A.
B.S.
Management
Marketing
Business Administration
B.S.
Long-Term Care Administration
A.S. Accounting
Chemistry
B.S.
B.A. 'Chemistry
B.S. 'Chemistry
Chemistry, Biochemistry
Computing
M.S.E.
Software Engineering
Minor
(See Graduate Catalog)
Bachelor/M.S.E. Software Engineering (5 yr)
B.A. Computer Science
Chemistry
Computer Science
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B.S.
B.S.
Education and
Psychology
M.S.
B.S. Computer Science
Computer Information Systems
Computer Systems Administration
Cptr Information
Systems
Cptr Systems Admin
Community Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapy
School Counseling
M.S.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction
Educational Administration & Supervision
Inclusive Education
Multiage Teaching
Outdoor Teacher Education
(See Graduate Catalog)
B.A. Psychology
B.S. Psychology
Psychology (Elem Ed K-8)
Language Arts (Elem Ed K-8)
B.S. Math and Science (Elem Ed K-8)
Secondary Teaching — see 'asterisked majors
Outdoor Education
B.A.
B.A.
Education
Outdoor Education
Psychology
B.S.
English
General Studies A. A.
A.S.
B.A.
General Studies
General Studies
'English
English
History
B.A.
'History
History
Political Economy
Political Science
Interdisciplinary BS/BA/BBA Interdisciplinary
Journalism and B.A.
Communication B.A.
B.A.
B.A.
B.S.
B.S.
B.S.
A.S.
Broadcast Journalism
Intercultural Communication
Journalism (News Editorial)
Public Relations
Mass Communication
Advertising
Media Production
Public Relations
Visual Communication
Writing/Editing
Nonprofit Administration & Development
Web Publishing
Media Technology
Production
Web
Advertising
Broadcast Journalism
Intercultural Commun
Journ (News Editorial)
Media Production
Public Relations
Sales
Visual Communications
'Secondary teaching certification available for these disciplines
Department/
School Degree Major
Mathematics
B.S.
B.A.
B.S.
Actuarial Studies
'Mathematics
'Mathematics
Minor
Mathematics
Modern
Languages
Music
Nursing
B.A.
B.A.
B.A.
B.S.
B.Mus.
M.S.N.
"French
International Studies
Emphasis in French, German, or Spanish
"Spanish
Music
General
Music Theory & Literature
Music Performance
'Music Education
Nursing
French
German
Spanish
Music
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M.S.N./
M.B.A.
B.S.
A.S.
PE, Health B.S.
and Wellness B.S.
B.S.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Family Nurse Practioner
Healthcare Administration
Nurse Administrator
Nurse Educator
Nursing
Health Care Administration
(See Graduate Catalog)
Nursing
Nursing
'Health, PE, Recreation
Health Science
Corp/Com Wellness Mgmt
Health & Wellness
Physical Education
Physics
B.A.
B.S.
B.S.
A.S.
'Physics
Physics
Biophysics
Engineering Studies
Physics
Religion
M.A.
Religion
Church Leadership & 1
Management
Evangelism
Homiletics
MARE.
Master of Arts in Religious
Education
M.A.R.S.
Master of Arts in Religious
(See Graduate Catalog)
Studies
B.A.
Archaeology
Classical Studies
Near Eastern Studies
Archaeology
Biblical Languages
Christian Service
B.A.
'Religious Education
Missions
B.A.
Religious Studies
Practical Theology
B.A.
Theology
Religion
A.A.
Religion
Social Work and B.S.
Family Studies
Behavioral Science
Family Studies
B.S.W.
Social Work
Family Studies
Social Work
Sociology
Technology
A.T.
Auto Service
Auto Service
Cert.
Auto Service Technician
Technology
'Secondary teaching certification available for these disciplines
"Secondary teaching certification available for these disciplines pending state approval
Cert = One-year certificate program
Department/
School Degree Major
Minor
Visual Art and
Design
B.A.
B.F.A.
B.S.
B.S.
A.S.
Art
Therapy
Fine Arts
Art
Graphic Design
Character Animation
Technical Direction in Animation
Film Production
Graphic Design
Art
Art-Graphic Design
PREPROFESSIONAL CURRICULA
Southern Adventist University offers preprofessional and pre-technical
programs in a wide variety of fields which may prepare students for
admission to professional schools or to enter technical careers. The following
nondegree pre- professional curricula are offered at Southern Adventist
University:
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Anesthesia Optometry
Dentistry Osteopathic Medicine
Law Pharmacy
Medicine Veterinary Medicine
Detailed requirements for non-degree pre-professional curricula are
outlined by department or in the section on "Interdepartmental Programs"
(See Index).
Associate degrees in Allied Health are available to students who fulfill
pre-professional requirements for programs designated in the Allied Health
section. Because pre-professional and technical admission requirements
may vary from one professional school to another, students should become
acquainted with the admission requirements of their chosen school.
REGISTRATION
Students are expected to register during the scheduled registration periods
designated in the school calendar. Registration is complete only after they
have finished all procedures and returned registration forms to the Records
and Advisement Office. New students are required to participate in the
orientation activities.
Late Registration. Permission to register late must be obtained from the
Director of Records and Advisement. Students failing to register during the
scheduled registration periods will be charged a late registration fee. The
course load of a late registrant may be reduced according to the amount of
class work missed. No student may register after two weeks of the semester
have elapsed.
Changes in Registration. To avoid changes in registration, students should
carefully consider the program of courses necessary to meet their objectives.
To avoid subsequent adjustments, a balance should be maintained between
the course load, work program, and extracurricular activities.
To make program changes, students must obtain the appropriate change
of registration voucher at the Records and Advisement Office, obtain the
necessary signatures indicating approval of the change, and return the form
to the Records and Advisement Office. Course changes and complete
withdrawals from the school become effective on the date the voucher is filed
at the Records and Advisement Office. A fee will be assessed for each
change in program after the first week of instruction.
A student may not change from one section to another of the same course
without the approval of the instructor.
When a student drops a class during the first week of the semester, the
class is deleted off the student's record. A grade of "W" is issued when a
student drops the class on the second week of the semester. A student
may withdraw from a class up to two weeks after midterm and receive a
grade of "W" automatically. A student withdrawing from a class after that date
and up to two weeks before the last day of classes will be assigned a grade
of "W" or "WF" by the teacher. The grade for any withdrawal during the final
two weeks of the semester will automatically be "F."
Auditing Courses. With the approval of the department/school, students
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may register on an audit basis in courses for which they are qualified.
Auditors are to be admitted to classes of limited enrollment only if there are
places after all students who wish to enroll for credit have been
accommodated. Class attendance is expected but examinations and reports
may be omitted. With the approval of the instructor, a student may change a
course registration from audit to credit or from credit to audit only during the
first week of instruction. No credit is given for courses audited, and the
cost is one-half of the regular tuition charge. Audit tuition charge is in
addition to a flat rate charge.
Canceled Classes. The Vice President for Academic Administration or a
department/school may cancel a class for which fewer than six tuition paying
students enroll. This policy applies to ordinary classes but not to directed
study courses, private lessons, and other special classes such as special
methods of secondary teaching. Students enrolled in canceled classes
should confer with their advisers to determine alternate means to complete
their schedules.
COURSE LOAD
University courses are expressed in semester hours. A semester hour
consists of one fifty-minute class period per week for one semester. Thus,
two-semester-hour classes meet two hours a week and three-semester-hour
classes meet three hours a week. A laboratory period of two and one-half to
three hours is equal to one class period. For every semester hour of credit
a minimum of fifteen contact hours should be scheduled. Final exam
periods may count as one contact hour. Students should expect to study up
to two hours outside of class for each fifty- minute period the class meets.
Ideally, a sixteen-semester-hour class load should require up to 32 hours of
study each week by the student. Except by permission of the Vice President
for Academic Administration, a student may not register for eighteen or more
semester hours.
To qualify for a baccalaureate degree in four years, a student must
average between fifteen and sixteen hours per semester. The summer term
may be used to advantage by students wishing to complete degree
requirements in less than four years or by students having to take reduced
programs of studies during the regular academic year. The typical class load
during the summer is one three-hour class per session.
Study-Work Program. It is important that the student adjust the course load
to achieve a reasonable balance in study and work. During registration the
student should confer with his/her adviser in planning the proper balance of
study and work.
In determining an acceptable study-work program, the following will serve
as a guide:
Course Load Maximum Work Load
1 6 hours 16 hours
14 hours 20 hours
12 hours 26 hours
10 hours 32 hours
8 hours 38 hours
ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT
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Southern Adventist University is committed to assist every student in the
area of academic advisement. Full-time students are assigned an academic
adviser from their major field and are required to consult with their advisers
before registering for classes.
The responsibility of meeting graduation requirements belongs to the
individual student. In planning their schedules all students should carefully
follow the instructions in the catalog, recommendations of their advisers, and
reports of academic progress issued from the Records and Advisement
Office. In the event of a discrepancy between an adviser's word and the
catalog, final interpretation of graduation requirements rests with the Records
and Advisement Office.
Seniors must file an application for graduation at the fall registration of
their senior year. Previous to their senior year students should check
periodically with the Records and Advisement office to determine whether
they are meeting all curriculum requirements satisfactorily.
As early as possible in the process of curriculum planning, students who
have chosen a career in teaching should consult the Teacher Certification
Officer regarding the requirements for teaching credentials.
GRADING SYSTEM
Southern Adventist University does not have an institutional grading policy.
Instructors use a variety of methods to evaluate students' performance, but
the grades they issue are defined as follows:
A Superior; the student demonstrates exceptional capability in handling
course material
B Above average; the student's demonstrated capability in handling course
material exceeds the expectation of the teacher
C Average; the student demonstrates a satisfactory grasp of course
material which the instructor intends students to learn in the class
D Below average; the student's demonstrated ability to deal with the
course material is less than the teacher intends students to learn
F Failing; the student does not demonstrate sufficient capability with the
course material to merit a passing grade
W Withdrew from the class; is not calculated in the GPA
WF Withdrew Failing; calculated as an "F" in the GPA
AUAudit; no credit
I Incomplete; is not calculated in the GPA
IP In Progress; a temporary passing grade for interrupted course work still
in progress; is not calculated in the GPA
P Pass; is not calculated in the GPA
NR Not Reported; the teacher did not issue a grade; is not calculated in the
GPA
The Pass/Fail option is available only in Physical Education activity
classes (PEAC). Students enrolling in these classes must make a
decision either to receive a grade of Pass/Fail or a conventional grade
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before the final grades are submitted. The decision will be final.
Nursing Practicum, NRSG 191, is also a Pass/Fail class.
A student may receive an "I" (Incomplete) because of illness or other
unavoidable delay. Students who are eligible for an incomplete must secure
from the Records and Advisement Office the proper form and file the
application with the teacher to receive an incomplete. There is a charge of
$20 for processing grades of incomplete. Any incomplete which is not
removed by the end of the following term (Fall, Winter) will automatically
become an "F." A teacher may assign a temporary "IP" (in progress) when
an unavoidable problem prevents the issuance of a grade.
A course may be repeated before the student takes a more advanced
course in the same field. Only the last grade will be counted on repeated
courses. No course may be repeated more than once without permission
from the Vice President for Academic Administration.
Mid-semester and semester grade reports are issued to the student and
parents of students termed "dependent" for income tax purposes. Only
semester grades are recorded on the student's permanent record. The
following system of grading and grade point values is used:
A4.00 grade points per hour C2.00 grade points per hour
A- 3.70 grade points per hour C- 1.70 grade points per hour
B+ 3.30 grade points per hour D+ 1 .30 grade points per hour
B3.00 grade points per hour D1 .00 grade points per hour
B- 2.70 grade points per hour D- 0.70 grade points per hour
C+ 2.30 grade points per hour F0.00 grade points per hour
WF 0.00 grade points per hour
The grade point average is calculated by dividing the total number of
grade points earned by the credit hours attempted.
OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT
In an ongoing attempt to improve its educational quality, the University
administers a comprehensive assessment program. This involves periodic
measurement of student academic achievement, student satisfaction, and
personal, professional, and career development. Although participation in
these assessment activities is expected of all students, not every student will
be selected for every assessment; but during the course of enrollment,
students are likely to be involved in at least one assessment activity.
STUDENT RECORDS
A student's record is regarded as confidential, and release of the record or
of information contained therein is governed by regulations of the federal law
on "Family Educational Rights and Privacy." Only directory information, such
as a student's name, photograph, address, e-mail address, telephone
listing, birthplace and date, major fields of study, participation in officially
recognized activities and sports, dates of attendance, degrees and awards
received, and the most recent previous educational agency or institution
attended, may be released by the institution without consent of the student
unless the student has asked SAU to withhold such information.
Parents of students termed "dependent" for income tax purposes are
entitled to access to the student's educational records. The law also provides
for the release of information to university personnel who demonstrate a
legitimate educational interest, other institutions engaged in research
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(provided information is not revealed to any other parties), and certain
federal and state government officials.
A student may inspect and review records and is entitled to challenge the
content of records.
A more thorough explanation of records may be obtained from the
Records and Advisement Office. The Director of Records and Advisement
will further explain and clarify the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
to students, parents, or interested parties upon request.
ACADEMIC HONESTY
Morally and spiritually, Southern Adventist University is dedicated to
scholastic integrity. Consequently, both students and faculty are required to
maintain high, ethical Christian levels of honesty.
Faculty Responsibilities:
1. Teachers must explain clearly the requirements for assignments,
examinations, and projects, such as "open book," "take home,"
or "peer collaboration."
2. Teachers may assume "no collaboration" is the rule unless they state
otherwise.
Student Responsibilities:
1. Students assume responsibility to avoid plagiarism by learning the proper
procedures for acknowledging borrowed wording, information, or
ideas. Otherwise students might innocently misrepresent others' material as
their own.
2. Students unfamiliar with procedures for citing sources should confer with
their teachers.
3. Students are to assume that all course work is "no collaboration" unless
stated otherwise by the teacher.
Schools/Departmental Policies:
Some departments/schools, because of the nature of their programs,
have additional honesty policies which have the same force as those
published here. Such policies will be presented to students before
implementation.
Procedures for Handling Academic Dishonesty:
1. When a teacher suspects academic dishonesty in some form, such as
cheating or plagiarizing, the teacher must first confront the student with the
dishonesty. If the student and teacher cannot resolve the situation, or if the
student's grade will be affected, then the Vice President for Academic
Administration must be consulted.
2. In established instances of academic dishonesty, the usual procedures for
the teacher to follow will be to:
a. Give the student a failing grade on the exam, assignment or project if
the magnitude of either is not sufficient for failing the class.
b. Give the student a failing grade in the class if failing the exam,
assignment or project would constitute failing the class. The teacher will
then write up the incident and state the penalty administered, giving a
copy to both the Vice President for Academic Administration and the
student.
3. Two incidents of academic dishonesty make a student eligible to be
dismissed from the University. However, the student may
then appeal the action through the established appeal procedures spelled
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out in the "Grievance Procedure" section of this catalog.
ACADEMIC PROBATION AND DISMISSAL
Any student whose GPA does not meet the criteria for graduation is on
academic probation. The following are four categories of students who are
on academic probation:
1 . Students whose Southern Adventist University or cumulative GPA falls
below 2.00. They are not eligible to hold office in any student
organization.
2. Entering freshmen whose high school GPA is below 2.00 or if their
composite ACT score is less than 18.
3. Transfer students whose GPA is less than 2.00.
4. Students in baccalaureate programs completing their sophomore year
with a GPA in their major field less than the level required for
graduation. For most degrees the institutional graduation requirement
is 2.25, but some programs may designate a higher GPA.
5. Students on Academic Probation may enroll in a maximum of 12
hours.
Students on academic probation are allowed to remain in school but must
demonstrate progressive improvement to meet graduation requirements as
well as comply with the Academic Support Group Program.
The objectives of the Academic Support Group are to help students
improve their study skills and facilitate accelerated development of effective
study habits using a variety of methods and tools. The Academic Support
Group Program has open seminars that meet once a week for six
consecutive weeks. One six-week program will meet per semester. The
facilitator will monitor the progress of the students on academic probation
and report the progress to the Academic Dean.
Candidates for a baccalaureate degree must achieve a minimum GPA of
2.00 after 55 semester hours have been attempted. Candidates for an
associate or certificate program must have a GPA of 2.00 before beginning
their final semester. Veterans enrolled for baccalaureate degrees, associate
degrees, or certificate programs must maintain a cumulative grade point
average of 2.00, or they will not be certified for veterans benefits. Veterans
may be certified for repeat of "F" grades or for a major that requires a
specific minimum grade and the grade received was lower than specified.
Government regulations require all financial aid recipients to maintain
satisfactory academic progress towards a degree as measured both
qualitatively and quantitatively in order to receive financial aid. This
requirement applies to the entire enrollment at Southern Adventist
University — even periods during which a student does not receive financial
aid. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in a student
becoming ineligible for financial aid.
This policy defines the minimum standards for eligibility for state and/or
federal financial aid.
Students are subject to academic dismissal if their Southern Adventist
University or cumulative GPA does not reach the levels indicated in the
preceding paragraph or the levels in the following table:
Cumulative Credit Hours Attempted Cumulative Grade Point
Average
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0-23 1.50 or above
24-54 1.75 or above
55 or above 2.00 or above
At the end of each semester the Academic Review Committee reviews
the records of students who are subject to dismissal and the Vice President
for Academic Administration will notify students in writing whether or not they
may continue. A student academically dismissed may be readmitted only
after demonstrating maturity and motivation for a university career. The
dismissed student may be required to complete successfully at least one
term of college-level courses at another institution prior to readmission at
Southern Adventist University.
Students receiving financial aid must also meet an academic progress
policy set by the federal government. For further explanation see page 283,
"Academic Progress Requirements."
RIGHT OF PETITION
Students who believe there is a valid reason for requesting variance from
or exception to an academic policy stated in the catalog may make a petition
to the Director of Records and Advisement for consideration of their case
after obtaining the advice and signature of the department chair or school
dean of their major. The petition must contain a statement of the request and
supporting reasons. Highly unusual requests will be referred to the Vice
President for Academic Administration. Students will be notified in writing
by the Director of Records and Advisement of the action on petitions. Petition
forms are available from the Records and Advisement Office.
ACADEMIC GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
Students who believe that their academic rights have been infringed upon
or that they have been treated unjustly with respect to their academic
program are entitled to a fair and impartial consideration of their cases. They
should do the following to effect a solution:
1 . Present the case to the teacher or teachers concerned.
2. If necessary, discuss the problem with the department chair or school dean.
3. If agreement is not reached at this level, submit the matter to the Vice
President for Academic Administration.
4. Finally, ask for a review of the case by the Academic Grievance Committee,
chaired by the Vice President for Academic Administration or his designee
and including three other faculty members and two students selected by the
Academic Affairs Committee. Both the student and the teacher involved in
the case are entitled to appear before the committee or to present a written
statement of the case. The decision of the committee shall be presented in
writing to the individuals involved within three days of the committee
meeting unless a later time is agreed upon by both parties. The decision of
the committee is binding and will be implemented by the teacher involved or
the Vice President for Academic Administration.
ABSENCES
Class. Attendance at class and laboratory appointments is expected.
Teachers prepare an absence policy for each class, which includes an
explanation of penalties, if any, for absences, and the procedure for making
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up work, if such is allowed. It is the responsibility of teachers to publish their
policies for each class at the beginning of each semester, but it is the
students' responsibility to familiarize themselves with the practices of each
teacher from whom they are taking classes. Generally speaking, teachers
will not excuse absences for reasons other than illness, authorized school
trips, or emergencies beyond the students' control.
Students are not penalized if they incur absences while participating in
school-authorized activities, but they are held responsible for work they miss
and it is their responsibility to initiate arrangements to make up their
assignments. One and one-half absences are given for missing a 75-minute
class, two for missing a 100-minute class, etc.
Examination. Because of problems concerning time, expense and
fairness, final examinations will be taken as scheduled in the official
examinations schedule. In the case of illness verified by Student Health
Service or a physician, death in the immediate family, three examinations
scheduled consecutively in one day, or four or more examinations scheduled
in one day, a final exam may be rescheduled upon approval by the teacher
and the Vice President for Academic Administration. The rescheduled
examination will be given at a time convenient to the teacher.
When examinations are rescheduled because of three scheduled
consecutively in one day or four in one day, the last examination of the day
will normally be the one rescheduled. Examinations rescheduled for any
reason other than those listed above, may require a fee of $65 per
examination. All rescheduling requests will be made on a form available at
the office of the Vice President for Academic Administration.
Convocation. Convocations are held each Thursday at 11:00 a.m. During
weeks of prayer, convocations are held on Monday through Friday as well.
Occasionally, convocation will be held in the evening or may begin at 10:30
a.m. on Thursday. All students are required to attend 14 convocations each
semester. Failure to meet this convocation requirement may result in
suspension of registration. Exceptions to the convocation attendance
requirement are made by the Office of Student Services only for legitimate
direct work conflicts with scheduled convocations. Any excuses for absences
from convocation must be approved by the Vice President for Student
Services.
A special series of orientation convocations is scheduled during the fourth
summer session.
LIMITATIONS ON CLASS ATTENDANCE
Classes at Southern Adventist University are open to registered students
only. Information disseminated in the classroom or other places of learning is
the primary product that the University sells, hence visitors may not enter
such gatherings unless they are official guests of the institution with
legitimate business in a classroom or have the permission of the instructor.
Visitors who attend classes may not engage in the discussions of a class
unless invited to do so.
Teachers and the institution reserve the right to remove legitimate
students from classes if their behavior threatens the purposes of the class by
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exceeding the bounds of normal academic freedom.
Teachers conducting extension classes from other institutions on the
Southern Adventist University campus share the rights spelled out by this
policy.
WAIVER EXAMINATIONS
Upon the approval of the department chair or school dean and the Vice
President for Academic Administration, students may obtain a waiver of
curricular requirements by successfully completing a comprehensive
examination — written, oral, manipulative, or otherwise, as determined by the
department/school involved. A fee of $50 per examination is charged.
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Southern Adventist University offers a program in English as a Second
Language for Intermediate and Advanced level students whose English
language skills are below the official admission level of the TOEFL score of
550 (CBT 213). For details, see the Admissions and English Department
sections of the catalog.
NONTRADITIONAL COLLEGE CREDIT
In addition to credit earned in the traditional classroom setting, Southern
Adventist University accepts credit earned by two other means — challenge
examinations and correspondence courses.
The goals and objectives of the University emphasize not only facts and
concepts but also values and attitudes which are not easily transmitted
through correspondence courses or measured by examinations. These
values and attitudes can best be developed by the student's interacting over
a period of time with peers and teachers committed to moral excellence,
critical thinking, and the pursuit of truth. For this reason, most university
credits should be earned through class participation. However, the University
will permit a maximum of one-fourth of the credit required for a given degree
to be earned by these nontraditional means.
University Credit by Examination. The University recognizes three types
of examinations for credit: challenge examinations prepared by a
department/school which must be passed at "B" level or above, approved
College Level Examination Program (CLEP) subject examinations which
must be passed at the score of 50 or higher, and the Advanced Placement
Examinations which must be passed with a score of three or better.
Not all classes listed in the catalog are open to challenge examinations.
Students must obtain clearance from the department chair or school dean or
the class they propose to challenge before petitioning to earn credit by
examination. Students must also furnish evidence of adequate preparation to
challenge a class before the department chair or school dean assigns a
teacher to prepare a challenge examination. A student may challenge a
given course by examination only once. No CLEP or challenge exam may be
attempted after the student has been enrolled in that course beyond the
second week of a semester. No course may be challenged as part of the
last thirty hours of any degree. Grades are recorded for departmental
challenge examinations and scaled scores are recorded for nationally formed
examinations. Permission to take a challenge examination while in residence
must be obtained from both the department chair or school dean and the
Vice President for Academic Administration. A challenge test may not be
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taken if the student has audited the class.
Students may earn a maximum of twelve hours of credit by examination in
courses that do not appear in the University catalog if the evaluating tests
are approved by the Academic Affairs Committee.
Credit for challenge and/or validation examinations will not be placed on a
student's permanent record and is, therefore, not transferable until that
student has successfully completed twelve semester hours in residence at
Southern Adventist University.
Fees charged for challenge examination and credit are listed under
"Special Fees and Charges" in the financial section of this catalog.
Additional information concerning challenge examinations may be
obtained from the Records and Advisement Office or the Counseling and
Testing Center.
Correspondence. A maximum of twelve semester hours of
correspondence or extension credit may apply toward a baccalaureate
degree program and eight hours toward an associate degree.
Griggs University, a department of Home Study International, Silver
Spring, MD, is the officially recognized correspondence school. Southern
Adventist University recommends Home Study International for those
students needing correspondence credit and accepts all such credits when
the study program is approved by the University prior to enrollment. The
University accepts credits from correspondence schools which are
accredited by NUCEA (National University Continuing Education
Association) on the basis that credits are accepted from other regionally
accredited colleges or universities.
A student will be permitted to carry correspondence work while in
residence only if the required course is unobtainable at the University.
Correspondence courses, whether taken while in residence or during the
summer, must be approved in advance by the University.
Correspondence work may not apply on the upper division requirements
of the major or minor. A minimum grade of "B" must be earned to apply on
the lower division requirements for a major. A course in which the student
earned a grade of "D" or "F" while in residence may not be repeated by
correspondence. No correspondence credit will be entered on the student's
record until s/he has earned a minimum of twelve hours in residence with an
average of at least "C." Official transcripts must be in the Records and
Advisement Office before a diploma will be ordered. The graduation date will
be the last day of the month after the official transcript is received.
Practicum and Internships. Suggested departmental/school guidelines
for practicum and internships.
Practicum :
a. A minimum of 50 clock hours per one credit hour.
b. The process of learning a job on a part-time basis.
c. The work may be done at various job sites.
Internships :
a. A minimum of 1 00 clock hours per one credit hour.
b. The application of learning the skills of a job on a full-time basis.
c. The work must be supervised on one job site.
TRANSIENT STUDENT
A Southern Adventist University student acquires transient student status
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when s/he is granted permission through the Southern Adventist University
Records and Advisement Office to enroll for automatically transferrable credit
at another accredited institution. The credit that students may transfer must
meet Southern Adventist University criteria for transfer credit and residence
requirements.
To receive transient status, a student must:
1 . have completed a minimum of twelve hours in residence at Southern
Adventist University and
2. be enrolled simultaneously at Southern Adventist University for a
minimum of three hours of class credit. (This condition does not
apply to summer classes.)
Students may not receive transient status for more than one semester
during which the amount of transferrable credit exceeds the amount of
simultaneous credit earned at Southern Adventist University.
EXTENSION CLASSES
Extension classes are university classes offered on the campuses of
Southern Union academies as an opportunity for seniors to earn university
credit in skills areas that will fulfill part of the General Education requirements
at Southern Adventist University. Instructors are academy teachers who
are qualified with appropriate credentials and experience.
To enroll in an extension class, students must be members of the senior class
with a grade point average of 3.00 or above during the years of their secondary
education.
The extension classes must duplicate as nearly as possible their university
counterparts in content, degree of difficulty, testing and grading.
Southern Adventist University will bill each academy for its extension classes
at the rate of $50 per credit hour. For example: The cost for ENGL 101, three
credit hours, would be $150 ($50 x 3).
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Southern Adventist University makes continuing education credit available
through the Records and Advisement Office. Sponsors of organizations
wishing to offer Southern Adventist University continuing education
certificates must complete the following steps:
1 . Secure approval of the program by
a. applying at the Records and Advisement Office at least two weeks before
conducting the workshop/seminar/conference and
b. submitting with their application the topic of the presentation, an outline of
the presentation, and the name of the presenter(s) with evidence
credentials.
2. File an evaluation of the workshop/seminar/conference following the
presentation. The University will furnish evaluation forms.
3. Participants in continuing education events must pay institutional
processing fees to receive their certificates.
TRANSCRIPTS
Students may obtain transcripts of their academic record upon written
request made by fax or letter to the Office of Records and Advisement. This
request must include a hand-written signature as electronic generated
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signatures are unacceptable. Requests made by telephone, E-mail, or third
party cannot be honored. Official transcripts given directly to a student will
be enclosed in a sealed envelope with the registrar's signature across the
back. Transcripts will be issued for those students whose accounts are paid
in full and who are current in re-payment of student loans.
Transcripts are free unless special services are required. Same-day
service and/or individual requests requiring an excess of more than five
transcripts will be charged $8. A secure method of payment may be used
such as cash, credit card, cashiers check, or money order. (A personal
check will not be accepted.) If the student requires that the transcript be
sent by overnight service, an additional $15 charge will be incurred.
Requests for overnight service may be made up to 3:30 p.m. upon
confirmation of payment.
A student may receive an unofficial transcript for evaluative purposes by
applying in person or by fax with the Records and Advisement Office. For
further clarification regarding transcripts, diplomas, and test scores see page
296.
SEQUENCE OF COURSES
A student may not receive credit for a course which is a prerequisite to a
course for which s/he has already received credit.
AFFILIATION AND EXTENSION SITES
Southern Adventist University operates off-campus sites for the purpose
of offering baccalaureate and master's degrees. These sites and degrees
are:
B.B.A.
M.B.A.
M.S.Ed
M.B.A.
Adventist College of Management
Studies
Surat, India
Bolivia Adventist University
Cochabamba, Bolivia
Helderberg College B.B.A.
Somerset West, South Africa
Spicer Memorial College B.B.A.
Puna, India M.B.A.
JEPARTMENTALL.OURSES OF OTUDY
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COURSE NUMBERS
Each course number consists of three figures as follows:
HIST 354 . Latin America (C-1), (W) 3 hours
The first numeral indicates class year status as follows:
— Developmental (no credit)
1 — freshman level (lower division)
2 — sophomore level (lower division)
3 — junior level (upper division)
4 — senior level (upper division)
Within a given 100 sequence there is no significance in one course
number being higher than another. For instance, 265 does not necessarily
mean that the course is on a higher level than 235.
Course numbers separated by a hyphen are two-semester courses in
which credit for the first course is a prerequisite to the second [e.g., ENGL
101-102. College Composition]. However, credit is given for the first
semester when taken alone.
Course numbers that stand alone represent courses of one semester
which are complete units. Course numbers separated by a comma [e.g.,
HIST 154, 155. American History and Institutions] represent complete units,
either one of which is counted for graduation without reference to sequence.
Designation in brackets following course titles, [e.g., MATH 103. Survey of
Mathematics (A-2)1 indicates the General Education area and sub-area that
the class fulfills. Classes designated with a "(W)" are writing classes for
General Education credit.
Students may earn credit for a cross-listed course from only one
department/school [e.g. HIST 356 and SOCI 356].
COGNATE COURSES
Required courses related to the major which are not a part of the major
are called cognate courses [e.g., students majoring in Nursing are required
to take Microbiology as a cognate course].
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REFIX GLOSSARY
PREFIX GLOSSARY
Department/School
Prefix
Subject Area
Section of Cataloq
AART
Animation
Visual Art and Design
ACCT
Accounting
Business and Management
ALHT
Allied Health
Allied Health
ART
Studio Art/Art History
Visual Art and Design
ARTF
Film Production
Visual Art and Design
ARTG
Computer Graphics
Visual Art and Design
BCPT
Business Computer Info Systems Business and Management
BIOL
Biology
Biology
BMKT
Marketing
Business and Management
BRDC
Broadcasting
Journalism and Communication
BUAD
Business Administration
Business and Management
CHEM
Chemistry
Chemistry
COMM
Communication
Journalism and Communication
COOP
Cooperative Education
Nondepartmental Courses
CPIS
Information Systems
Computing
CPTE
Computer Technology
Computing
CPTR
Computer Science
Computing
ECON
Economics
Business and Management
EDOE
Outdoor Education
Education and Psychology
EDUC
Education
Education and Psychology
ENGL
English
English
ENGR
Engineering
Physics
ERSC
Earth Science
Physics
ESL
English Skills Language
English
FNCE
Finance
Business and Management
FREN
French
Modern Languages
GEOG
Geography
History
GRMN
German
Modern Languages
HIST
History
History
HLED
Health Education
Physical Education,
Health,
Wellness
HLNT
Nutrition for Life
Physical Education,
Wellness
Health,
HMNT
Humanities
Nondepartmental Course/History
HPER
Health, Physical Ed, Recreation
Physical Education,
Wellness
Health,
ITAL
Italian
Modern Languages
JOUR
Journalism
Journalism and Communication
LTCA
Long-Term Care Administration
Business and Management
MATH
Mathematics
Mathematics
MDLG
Modern Language
Modern Languages
MDTC
Medical Technology
Allied Health
MGNT
Management
Business and Management
MUCH
Church Music
Music
MUCT
Music Theory
Music
MUED
Music Education
Music
MUHL
Music History
Music
MUPF
Individual and Group Instruction
Music
NOND
Nondepartmental
Nondepartmental Courses
NRNT
Nutrition
Nursing
NRSG
Nursing
Nursing
PEAC
General Ed Activity Classes
Physical Education,
Health,
Wellness
PETH
Physical Education Theory
Physical Education,
Health,
Wellness
PHYS
Physics
Physics
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PLSC
Political Science
History
PREL
Public Relations
Journalism and Communication
Department/School
Prefix
Subject Area
Section of Cataloq
PSYC
Psychology
Education and Psychology
RELB
Biblical Studies
Religion
RELL
Biblical Languages
Religion
RELP
Professional Training
Religion
RELT
Religion and Theology
Religion
SENG
Software Engineering
Computing
SOCI
Sociology
Social Work and Family Studies
SOCW
Social Work
Social Work and Family Studies
SPAN
Spanish
Modern Languages
TECH
Technology
Technology
H
LLIED I1EALTH
Chair: Stephen A. Nyirady
Faculty: Joyce Azevedo, David Ekkens, Ann Foster, Safawo Gullo, Joel Ongaro,
Keith Snyder
Program Coordinator: Brenda Janzen
Adjunct Faculty: Roger Hall, Jon Lechler
Medical Technology: Luis Guarda, Marcia Kilsby, Albert McMullen, R. A. Ramkissoon,
Patricia Rogers, Richard Show, Clifford Sutherland
The Allied Health Professions are rapidly growing areas of specialization within the
health care industry. Job openings are plentiful and pay scales are comparable to other
professionals in health care. The department offers a B.S. degree in Clinical Laboratory
Science (Medical Technology) and A.S. degrees in a number of Allied Health fields (listed
on pages 54-55).
MISSION STATEMENT
The Allied Health branch of the Biology /Allied Health Department exists to coordinate
the advising of students who require prerequisite courses for entrance into a variety of
clinical programs in the medical, dental, and health professions, as well as to promote
these professions as meaningful career options providing opportunities for Christian
service.
ASSESSMENT
The programs in this department vary extensively depending on the particular health
career and the requirements of the specific schools which offer the clinical programs.
Southern Adventist University continually monitors the requirements of these clinical
programs and modifies its preprofessional curricula to meet the changes when they are
made. Continual assessment is made essentially by the advisers in the department who
measure their effectiveness by their success in structuring programs to meet individual
student needs and to meet requirements of the professional school where the student
will transfer. The entrance rate of students into professional programs is also used to
assess adequacy of class offerings and program requirements.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
(Medical Technology)
Adviser: Brenda Janzen
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in clinical laboratory science (medical
technology) consists of three years of prescribed study at Southern Adventist University
and a 12- to 13-month senior year in a hospital-based medical technology program
accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) of the
American Medical Association. The hospital programs affiliated with Southern Adventist
University are Florida Hospital Medical Center and Andrews University. Internship in
other CAHEA-accredited programs requires prior university approval.
The Clinical Laboratory Science degree qualifies a person to take a number of national
certifying examinations, including those offered by the Board of Registry of the
American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) and the National Accrediting Agency for
Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Certified laboratory professionals
work in hospitals, clinics, physicians' offices, public health agencies, private
laboratories, pharmaceutical firms, and research institutions.
The curriculum prescribed by Southern Adventist University is designed to meet the
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requirements of the University and of CAHEA. Hospitals with clinical programs
may have additional requirements. Students should consult the brochures or advisers of
the specific hospitals for those requirements.
Occasionally pre-dental students, pre-medical students, and graduating seniors in
biology or chemistry may wish to become certified Medical Technologists. This is
possible if the student plans courses to fulfill the requirements of the University and the
hospital program.
During the fall semester of the third year, students must apply for admission to an
approved clinical program. Acceptance of the individual student to the senior year
program is determined by the institution offering the clinical program. To be eligible for
admission, a student must complete all of the University course requirements prior to
beginning the clinical year. The overall grade point average must be acceptable to the
University for graduation. Most clinical programs do not accept students with less than
a 2.75 cumulative average on a 4.00 system. Although clinical acceptances are granted
during the junior year, they are conditional, pending satisfactory completion of the
stated admission criteria.
Written information about the affiliated clinical programs is available through the
University medical technology adviser. Acceptance criteria, pre-clinical course
requirements, application procedures, tuition for the senior year, and program formats
may vary at each approved clinical program.
• MAJOR 1
ALHT 225. Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science 2
•COGNATIS 43
BIOL including 151-152, 315, 330, 340 18
*CHEM including 1 51 -1 52, 31 1 -31 2 16
CPTE 105-107 3
MATH 120 3
MGNT334 3
'These must be courses which could apply to a Chemistry major.
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 35
AREA A 1. ENGL 101, 102,COMM 135, CPTE 105-107 12
2. (See Cognates)
AREA B Religion 9
AREA C History, Political Science, and Economics 6
AREA D Language, Literature, and Fine Arts 3
AREA E (See Cognates)
AREA F Social Work, Family, or Health Sciences 3
AREA G Activity Skills, to include PEAC 225 2
Twenty hours of upper division credit, including two writing (W) courses are required. One
(W) course must be in a cognate area and one in a nomognate area.
* NOTE: Grades of C- and belter are required in the major and cognates. A minimum GPA of 2.25 must be earned on the major
and cognates.
ELECTIVES 13
Recommendations include:
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BIOL 316, 417, 418
CHEM 315, 321,341
MATH 215
PHYS 211-212, 213-214
TOTAL PRE-CLINICAL CREDIT HOURS 93
HOSPITAL CLINICAL (SENIOR) YEAR Variable
Individual approved hospital programs should be consulted for their specific courses
and credits. Approximately forty credit hours are given in the twelve to fifteen-month
clinical programs. Courses taught in approved programs include:
Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science, Urinalysis, Hematology, Hemostasis, Immunology,
Immunohematology, Clinical Microbiology, Clinical Mycology, Clinical Parasitology, Clinical
Biochemistry, Instrumentation, Research.
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Clinical Laboratory Science (Medical Technology)
let Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hour
BIOL 151
'General Biology
4
BIOL 152
'General Biology
4
CHEM 151
'General Chemistry
4
CHEM 152
'General Chemistry
4
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
Area C-l, History
3
Area C-l, History
3
Electifes
2
Area G-l Act Skills
1
16
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'An asterisk in front of a subject indicates Clinical Lab Scieace requirement.
Twenty upper division credits, make-up of any admissions deficiencies, and 93 total hours must be
completed prior to the clinical year.
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN ALLIED HEALTH
The Associate of Science degree in Allied Health Professions prepares the student for
admission to professional programs at Loma Linda University, Andrews University, or
other universities. Admission to any professional school is dependent on meeting the
GPA and prerequisite requirements of the individual school. Students should consult the
bulletin of the school of their choice to ascertain the entrance requirements.
Students who plan to graduate from Southern Adventist University with an Associate
Degree in Allied Health must meet the A.S. degree general education requirements of
SAU as well as the entrance requirements of the clinical program to which they will be
applying.
Applications for transfer to the junior year of colleges offering Allied Health programs
must be made early in the second semester of the final year at Southern Adventist
University. The lowest acceptable grade for courses to be transferred is C. A minimum
grade point average of 2.00 is required for the Associate of Science degree at Southern
Adventist University, but grade point averages between 3.00 and 3.50 are considered
minimal for entrance to the junior year of most clinical Allied Health programs. Some
programs require the Allied Health Professions Admissions Test (AHPAT).
The major Allied health areas in which a two year Associate Degree may be earned at
Southern Adventist University are:
pre-Dental Hygiene pre-Nutrition and Dietetics
pre-Health Information pre-Occupational Therapy
Administration pre-Physical Therapy
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pre-Physician Assistant & Audiology
pre-Respiratory Therapy pre-Surgical Physician Assistant
pre-Speec h Language Pathology
The department also offers one-year curricula to meet requirements for entrance into
the following Allied Health degree programs at Loma Linda University and most other
university programs:
Occupational Therapy Assistant (Associate in Science Degree)
Physical Therapy Assistant (Associate in Science Degree)
Radiation Technology (Associate and Bachelor of Science Degrees)
Surgical Technology (Associate in Science Degree)
For details on these or other programs not listed here and for Southern Adventist
University curricula for entrance into them write:
Allied Health Programs Coordinator
Southern Adventist University
P.O. Box 370
Collegedale, TN 37315-0370
PRI-DINTAL HYGIfNI
Adviser: Brenda Janzen
Dental hygienists provide preventative dental care and encourage patients to develop good
oral hygiene skills. In addition to carrying out clinical responsibilities such as cleaning and
scaling teeth, hygienists educate patients in ways to develop and maintain good oral health.
Although most hygienists work with individual patients, some develop and promote
community dental health programs. In addition to career opportunities within dental offices,
dental hygienists apply their skills and knowledge in other career activities including office
management, business administration, dental hygiene education, research and marketing of
dental related equipment and materials.
The program below meets admission requirements for Loma Linda University, as well as
Southern Adventist University's requirements for an A.S. degree. This program can be
modified to meet the requirements of other schools. For a complete description of
Southern's general education requirements, refer to pages 27-32.
Area A ENGL 101-1 02; Math 1 00 level or above; C0MM 1 35; CPTE 1 05-1 07
Area B Religion, 6 hours
Area C History, 3 hours
Area D Foreign Lang/Lit/Fine Arts, 6 hours*
Area E BIOL 101-102,225; CHEM 111-112, 113-114
Area F HLED 1 73**; SOCI 125; SOCI 1 50 or 230; 3 additional hours of Psychology***
Area G PEAC, 2 hours to include PEAC 225
Electives to make a total of 64 hours (Recommended: BIOL 365 Ttlntro to Dentistry)
Sample Sequence
A.S. Pre-Dental Hygiene
YEAR I Semester MATH 103 Sumy of Math
lit 2nd OR
BIOL 101-102 Anatomy t, Physiology 4 4 MATH 120 Proialiului Algobra
CPTE 105-107 Word Proi/Spsheet/Dalab 3 C0MM 135 Intro to Public Spkg
ENGL 101-102 College Composition 3 3 ALHT111 Intro to Health
ou
Allied Health
Professions****
1
YEAR 2
Semester
Area B, Religion
Area C-1,PE Activity
Area C-1, Histery
Area F-1, Psychology***
3
1
3
3
BIOL 225
BIOL 365
CHEM 111-112
CHEM 113-114
HLED173
Basic Microbiology
T:lnfro to Dentistry****
Survey of Chemistry
Survey of Chora Lab
Health for Life**
1st 2nd
4
2
3 3
1 1
2
17 17
PEAC 225
SOCI150
SOCI 125
Fitness for Life
Cultural Anthropology
Intro to Sociology
Area B, Religion
Area D, Forgn Lang/
Lit/Fine Arts*
16
1
3
3
3
3 3
16
"Three hours may be substituted by a course in History or Religion
"May be substituted by NRNT 125
***May be substituted by a course in iconomifs. Geography, or Political Science
NOTE: C is the lowest acceptable grade.
PRE-HEALTH INFORMATION ADMINISTRATION
Adviser: Brenda Janzen
Health information Administration is an excellent career choice for those who would like
to have a profession in healthcare that combines interests in computer science, business,
management, law, and medicine. These professionals have opportunities to assist in the
development of health information systems for quality patient care, financial
reimbursement, medical research, health care planning, and health care quality evaluation.
One of the many career options chosen by Health Information Administrators is the
management of a health information department. In this position the manager will
determine department policies, budget department resources, provide leadership in planning
and organizing the department, and evaluate and motivate employees.
Southern Adventist University offers a two-year associate degree that provides the
prerequisite courses for entrance into the final two years of the bachelors degree program at
Loma Linda University. The program can be modified to meet requirements of other schools.
For a complete description of Southern's general education requirements, refer to pages
27-32.
Area A ENGL 101-102; Math 120 or 090*; COMM 135; CPTE 105-107
Area B Religion, 6 hours
Area C History, 3 hours
Area D Foreign Lang/Lit/Fine Arts, 6 hours
AreaE BIOL 101-102
Area F HLED 173; PSYC 124; SOCI 150 or 230; Sociology, 3 hours**
Area G PEAC, 2 hours to include PEAC 225; ACCT 103
Medical Terminology (not offered at SAU. May be taken at LLU during summer).
Electives to make a total of 64 hours
Sample Sequence
A.S. Pre-Health Information Administration
YEAR1
Semester
1st 2nd
ENGL 101-102
PEAC 225
College Composition
Fitness for Life
3
3
1
BIOL 101-102
Anatomy ft Physiology
4 4
SOCI 150
Cultural Anthropology
3
Allied Health ol
COMM 135
Intro to Public Spkg
3
YEAR 2
AWT 111
Intro to Health
Profession!****
1
Semester
1st
Area B, Religion
3
2nd
Electives/Math*
3 2
ACCT 103
College Accounting 3
Area C-l, History
3
CPTE 105-107
Word Proc/Spsheet/Datab 3
16 17
HLED 173
PSYC 124
Health for Life 2
Intro to Psychology 3
Area B, Religion 3
Area D, Forgn Lang/
Lit/Fine Arts 3 3
Area G-l, Rec Skills 1
SOCI** 3
Electees'" 3 5
16 16
"MATH 120 or 090 required unless twe years high school math were taken with grade C or better
**May be substituted by a course in ICON, P1SC, or GIOG
""Suggested electlves: PHYS 127; MATH 215; CHIM 111,113; BIOL 111
NOT!: C Is the lowest acceptable grade.
PRE-NUTRITION AND DIETETICS
Adviser: Brenda Janzen
Dietitians and nutritionists use their knowledge of the principles of nutrition to help
people develop healthy eating habits. Dietitians may be involved in setting up and
supervising food service systems for institutions such as hospitals, prisons, and schools; and
promoting sound eating habits through education and research. Clinical dietitians provide
nutritional services for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, or doctors' offices.
Community dietitians counsel individuals and groups on nutritional practices designed to
prevent disease and promote good health. Management dietitians are responsible for large
scale meal planning and preparation in such places as hospitals, nursing homes, company
cafeterias, and schools.
Southern Adventist University offers associate degree programs which provide the
prerequisite courses for entrance into the final two years of the bachelors degree programs
of both Andrews University and Loma Linda University. These programs can be modified to
meet requirements of other schools as well.
The program below meets admission requirements for Loma Linda University, as well as
Southern Adventist University's requirements for an A.S. degree. For a complete description
of Southern's general education requirements, refer to pages 27-32.
Area A ENGL 101-102; Math*; COMM 135; CPTE 105-107
Area B Religion, 6 hours
Area C History, 3 hours
Area D Foreign Lang/Literature/Fine Arts, 6 hours**
Area E BIOL 1 01 -1 02, 225; CHEM 1 51 -1 52
Area F NRNT 1 25; PSYC 1 24; SOCI 1 25; SOCI 1 50 or 230
Area G PEAC, 2 hours to include PEAC 225
Electives to make a total of 64 hours.
Sample Sequence
A.S. Pre-Nutrition and Dietetics
Loma Linda University Track
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Semester
1st 2nd
YJARJ
Semester
BIOl 101-102
Anatomy it Physiology
4 4
1st
CPTE 105-107
Word Proc/Spihoot/Dotob
3
2nd
IN61 101-102
College Composition
3 3
BIOl 225
Basic Microbiology
4
SOCI 125
Intro to Sociology
3
CHEW 151-152
General Chem
4
4
COMM 135
Intro to Public Spkg
3
NRNT125
Nutrition
3
ALHT111
Intro to Health
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
Professions***
1
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology
3
Area B, Religion
3
SOCI 150
Cultural Anthropology
3
Area C-l, History
3
Area B, Religion
3
Math Course*
Area D, Forgn Lang/
OR
3
Lit/Fine Arts**
3
3
Electifes
Area G-3, Roc Skills
16 17 16 16
*MA1H 080 and 090 required unless twe years high scheel math were taken with grade C er better
**Three hours may be substituted by a history course.
***Rocommondod
N0H: C Is the lowest acceptable grade.
The program below meets the admission requirements for Andrews University, as well as
Southern Adventist University's requirements for an A.S. degree. For a complete description
of Southern's general education requirements, refer to pages 27-32.
Sample Sequence
A.S. Pre-Nutrition and Dietetics
Andrews University Track
YEARl
Semester
1st 2nd
BIOl 101-102
CPTE 105-107
ENGL 101-102
HLED 173
Anatomy « Physiology
WordProc/Spsheet/Datab
College Composition
Health for Life
4 4
3
3 3
2
MATH 120
PEAC 225
Precalculus Algebra
Fitness for Life
3
1
RUT 125
SOCI 125
COMM 135
life & Teachings
Intro to Sociology
Intro to Public Spkg
3
Intro te Health
3
3
AIHT1U
Professions*
1
16 17
'Recommended
YEAR 2
Semester
1st 2nd
ACQ 103
BIOL 225
CHEM 111-114
NRNT125
College Accounting
Basic Microbiology
Sursey Chem w/Lab
Nutrition
3
4
4 4
3
HIST 174
World Cii 1
3
HIST 175
World Cii II
3
HMNT 205
Arts I Ideas
3
RELT 255
Christian Beliefs
Elective!
3
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PRE-OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Adviser: Brenda Janzen
An occupational therapist works with people whose lives have been disrupted by physical
injury or illness, developmental problems, the aging process, and social or psychological
difficulties. Occupational therapists use selected educational, vocational and rehabilitative
activities to help individuals reach the highest functional levels possible, become self reliant
and build a balanced lifestyle of work and leisure.
The program below meets admission requirements for Loma Linda University, as well as
Southern Adventist University's requirements for an A.S. degree. This program can be
modified to meet the requirements of other schools. For a complete description of
Southern's general education requirements, refer to pages 27-32.
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Areo A ENGL 1 01 -1 02; Math*; COMM 1 35; CPTE 1 05-1 07
Area B Religion, 6 hours
Areo C History, 3 hours
Area D Foreign Lang/Lit/Fine Arts, 6 hours**
Area E BIOL 101-102; CHEM 111, 113; PHYS 137-138
Area F HLED 173; PSYC 124, 128; S0CI 125; S0CI 150 or 230; Psychology/
Sociology, 3 hours
Area GPEAC, 2 hours to include PEAC 225
Electives to make a total of 64 hours.
A minimum of 40 hours work experience (volunteer or as an employee) in an occupational
therapy department is required.
YEAR!
Semester
1st 2nd
BIOL 101-102
Anatomy & Physiology
4 4
ENGL 101-102
College Composition
3 3
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology
3
S0CI 125
Intro to Sociology
3
COMM 13!
Intro to Public Spkg
3
ALHT111
Intro to Health
Professions*"
1
Area B, Religion
3
Area C-l, History
3
Area 6-1, Roc Skills
1
Electives/Math*
2-3
Sample Sequence
A.S. Pre-Occupational Therapy
YEAR 2
Semester
1st
2nd
CHEM 111
Survey of Chemistry
3
CHEM 113
Survey of Chem Lab
1
CPTE 105-107
Word Proc/Spsheet/Datab
3
HLED 173
Health for Life
2
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
PHYS 137
Intro to Physics
3
PHYS 138
Intro to Phys Appl
1
PSYC 128
Developmental Psych
3
SOCI 150
Cultural Anthropology
3
Area B, Religion
3
Area D, Forgn Lang/
Lit/fine Arts"
3
3
Area F-l or -2,
Psyc/Soci
3
16
16
lath were taken with grade C or better
'Math 080 and 090 required unless two yean of high school i
"Three hours may be substituted by a history course
*** Recommended
NOTE: C is the lowest acceptable grade.
PRE-PHYSICAL THERAPY
Adviser: Brenda Janzen
Physical therapists work to improve the mobility, relieve the pain, and prevent or limit
the permanent disability of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Their patients include
accident victims or handicapped individuals with such conditions as nerve injuries,
amputations, low back pain, arthritis, and heart disease. Seme physical therapists treat a
wide variety of problems and ethers specialize In such areas as pediatrics, orthopedics, and
sports physical therapy. The working environment of physical therapists varies from
specially equipped facilities in hospitals or clinics to schools, private offices, and private
homes.
ANDREWS UNIVERSITY TRACK
The program below meets Andrews University admission requirements, as well as Southern
Adventlst University's requirements for an A.S. degree. This program can be modified to
meet the requirements of ether schools. The Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at
Andrews is three years (nine semesters) in length. For a complete description of Southern's
general education requirements, refer to pages 27-32.
Area A ENGL 1 01 -1 02; MATH 21 5; COMM 1 35; CPTE 1 05-1 07
Area B Religion, 9 hours
Area C History, 3 hours; Geog/Political Science/Economics, 3 hours'*
Area D Fine Arts, 3 hours (may be substituted by one year of ensemble music)
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Area E BIOL 101-102*; CHEM 151-152; PHYS 137; PHYS elective; BIOL 418 or PETH 315
AreoF PSYC 124, 128; HLED 173
Area G PEAC, 2 hours to include PEAC 225
Medical Terminology (this course must be taken off-campus)
Electives to make a minimum total of 92 hours, 1 5 of which must be upper division from three or more
content areas.
Andrews University Admission and Degree Requirements: Andrews University requires a
minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in science prerequisites and general education prerequisite
courses. C is the lowest acceptable grade for science and cognate courses. Also required is
a minimum of 80 hours of observation or work experience under the supervision of a
licensed physical therapist, in at least two distinctly different patient care settings. Twenty
hours minimum must be spent in an inpatient setting.
Sample Sequence
A.S. Pre-Physical Therapy
Andrews University Track
YEAR!
Semester
YEAR 2
Semester
1st
2nd
1st 2nd
BIOL 101-102
Anatomy ft Physiology*
4 4
CHEM 151-152
General Chemistry
4 4
CPTI 105.107
WordProt/Spsheet/Datab
3
MATH 215
Statistics
3
ENGL 101-102
College Composition
3
3
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology
3
PSYC 128
Developmental Psyc
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Spkg
3
Pol Sci/Geog/Econ"
3
HLED 173
Health for Life
2
Area B, Religion
3
ALHT111
Intro to Health
Professions*"*
Area B, Religion
1
3
Area D-3, Music or Art
Appreciation
Area G-l,Rec Skills
3
1
Area C-l, History
3
16
16
Electives***
6
15 16
YEAR 8 Semester
1st
2nd
BIOL 418
Animal Physiology
OR
3/
PETH 315
Physiology of Exercise
4
PHYS 137
Intro to Physics
Phys Elective
Area B, UD Religion
UD Electiies
Electiies
3
3
3
4
3
6
3
13 15/16
"May be substituted by BIOL 151-152, General Biology.
**May be substituted by a course in Sociology.
""Suggested electives: Business, Nutrition, servi correlated courses, arts and humanities, physical activities, culture and
diversity courses. At least 1 5 hours of course work must be upper division from at least three content areas.
""""Recommended
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY TRACK
The program below meets Loma Linda University admission requirements, as well as
Southern Adventist University's requirements for an A.S. degree. This program can be
modified to meet the requirements of ether schools. The program at Loma Linda is 3-1 /4
years in length. For a complete description of Southern's general education requirements,
refer to pages 27-32.
Area A EN6L 1 01 -1 02; MATH 21 5; COMM 1 35; CPTE 1 05-1 07
Area B Religion, 9 hours
Area C History, 3 hours
Area D Foreign Language/Lit/Fine Arts, 9 hours* (3 must be upper division)
Area E BIOL 101-102;" BIOL 225; CHEM 151-152; PHYS 137-138
Area F HLED 1 73;*" PSYC 1 24, 1 28; SOCI 1 50 or 230; SOCI/PSYC 3 hours upper division
Area G PEAC, 2 hours to include PEAC 225
Electives to make a minimum total of 92 hours, 1 2 of which must be upper division.
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Loma Linda University Admission and Degree Requirements: For admission into the Physical
Therapy Program, Loma Linda University requires a 3.30 GPA in science prerequisites and
total credits. C is the lowest acceptable grade for any transferable course. Also required is
a minimum of 80 hours work experience (volunteer or employee) in a physical therapy
department, 20 of which must be in an inpatient setting.
Sample Sequence
A.S. Pre-Physical Therapy
Loma Linda University Track
YEARI
Semester
YEAR 2
Semester
1st 2nd
1st 2nd
BIOL 101-102
Anatomy ft Physiology**
4 4
CHIM 151-152
General Chemistry 4 4
ENGL 101-102
College Composition
3 3
CPTE 105-107
Word Proc/Spsheot/Datab 3
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology
3
MUD 173
Health for Life*** 2
PSYC 128
Developmental Psyc
3
MATH 215
Statistics 3
S0CI150
Cultural Anthropology
3
Area B, Religion 3
C0MM 135
Intro to Public Spkg
3
Area D, Forgn Lang/Lit
ALHT111
Intro to Hearth
Professions****
1
Fine Arts* 3 3
Electives 2 4
Area B, Religion
3
15 16
Area C-l, History
3
16 17
YEARS
Semester
1st 2nd
BIOL 225
Basic Microbiology
4
PHYS 137-138
Intro to Phys w/appl
4
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
Area B, UD Religion
Area D, UD Lang/Lit/
Fine Arts
Area 0-1, Rec Skills
UD Seci/Psyc
UD Electiies
Elective;
1
3
3
1
3
3
3 3
14 14
"Three hours may 1
be substituted by a history
course
"May be substituted by BIOL 151-152
"'May be substituted by NRNT 125
""Recommended
PRE-PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Adviser: Brenda Janzen
Physician assistants are trained to perform many of the essential tasks involved in patient
care. They take medical histories, perform physical evaluations, order laboratory tests, make
preliminary diagnoses, prescribe appropriate treatments, and recommend medications and
drug therapies. They also treat minor problems such as lacerations, abrasions, and burns.
Physician assistants work in a variety of practice settings and specialty areas. The most
important practice setting is in a physician's office. They also work at hospitals and clinics.
Specialties using PA's are family practice, internal medicine, general and thoracic surgery,
emergency medicine, pediatrics, and various medical sub-specialties.
The entrance requirements to physician assistant clinical programs vary considerably from
school to school. College credit requirements range from two years of college level courses
to a baccalaureate degree. Prior patient care requirements also range from being
recommended through two years of direct clinical work experience.
Currently, a number of physician assistant programs are in a state of transition.
Entrance requirements for some schools are shifting from one or two years of college courses
to requiring a baccalaureate degree. Southern Adventist University can structure a course of
study to meet the requirements of the specific clinical program to which a student wishes to
apply. Students preparing for a career as a Physician Assistant are encouraged to obtain a
bachelor's degree before applying to a clinical program.
Additional information on physician assistant programs can be obtained from the
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University's pre-physician assistant advisor or by contacting the schools that offer the
clinical programs.
PRE-RESPflRATORY THERAPY
Adviser: Brenda Janzen
Respiratory therapists apply scientific knowledge and theory to practical clinical problems
of respiratory care. The respiratory therapist is qualified to assume primary responsibility
for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy
technician functions. The respiratory therapist may be required to exercise considerable
independent clinical judgement, under the supervision of a physician, in the respiratory care
of patients. Respiratory therapy personnel are employed in hospitals, nursing care
facilities, clinics, physicians' offices, companies providing emergency oxygen services, and
municipal organizations.
Southern Adventist University offers a two-year associate degree that provides the
prerequisite courses for entrance into the final two years of the bachelors degree program at
Loma Linda University. The program can be modified to meet requirements of other schools.
For a complete description of Southern's general education requirements, refer to pages
27-32.
Area A ENGL 1 01 -1 02; Math*; COMM 1 35; CPTE 1 05-1 07
Area B Religion, 6 hours
Area C History, 3 hours
Area D Foreign Lang/Lit/Fine Arts, 3 hours
AreaE BIOL 101-102**, 225; CHEM 111-112, 113-114, Phys 137, 138***
Area F HIED 1 73; PSYC 1 24; S0CI 1 50 or 230; Psychology/Sociology, 3 hours****
Area G PEAC, 2 hours to include PEAC 225
Electives to make a total of 64 hours.
Sample Sequence
A.S. Pre-Respiratory Therapy
1st
2nd
1st
2nd
BIOL 101-102
Anatomy & Physiology**
4
4
BIOL 225 Basic Microbiology
4
CPTE 105-107
Word Proc/Spihoet/Datab
3
PHYS 137-138 Intro Physics w/Appl*"
4
ENGL 101-102
College Composition
3
3
CHEM 111-112 Suney of Chemistry
3
3
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology
3
CHEM 113-114 Suney of Chem Lab
1
1
SOCI150
Cultural Anthropology
3
HLED173 Health for Life
2
COMM 135
Intro to Public Spkg
3
PEAC 225 Fitness for Life
1
ALHT111
Intro to Health
Professions*****
1
Area B, Religion
Area D, Forgn Lang/Lit/
3
Area B, Religion
3
Lit/Fine Arts
3
3
Area C-l, History
3
Area 0-3, Roc Skills
1
16
17 —
PSYC/SOCI****
16 _
3
16
'Math 080 and 090 required unless 2 yrs. high school math were taken with grade C or better
"May be substituted by BIOL 151-152, General Biology
"'Physics required only if not taken in high school
""May be substituted by a course in ECON, PLSC, or GEOG
'""Recommended
NOTE: C is the lowest acceptable grade
PRE-SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY & AUDIOLOGY
Adviser: Brenda Janzen
Speech-language pathologists identify, assess, and treat persons with speech and
language disorders while audiologists assess and treat hearing impaired individuals.
Because both occupations are concerned with communication, individuals competent in one
area must be familiar with the other. The duties of speech-language pathologists and
audiologists vary. Most, however, provide direct clinical services to individuals with
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communication disorders. In speech, language, and hearing clinics they may independently
develop and implement a treatment program. In private medical centers and other facilities,
they may be part of a team that develops and executes a treatment plan. In schools they may
help administrators develop individual or group programs, counsel parents on prevention of
hearing disorders, and assist teachers with classroom activities.
The program below meets admission requirements for Loma Linda University, as well as
Southern Adventist University's requirements for an A.S. degree. This program can be modified to
meet the requirements of other schools. For a complete description of Southern's general
education requirements, refer to pages 27-32.
Area A ENGL 1 01 -1 02; Math*; COMM 1 35; CPTE 1 05-1 07
Area B Religion, 6 hours
Area C History, 3 hours
Area D Foreign Lang/Lit/Fine Arts, 6 hours'*
AreaE BIOL 101-102; PHYS 137***
Area F HIED 173 or NRNT125; PSYC 124, 128; S0CI 150 or 230
Area G PEAC, 2 hours to include PEAC 225
Elective; to make a total of 64 hours.
Sample Sequence
A.S. Pre-Speech-language Pathology & Audiology
YEAR!
Semester
YEAR 2
Semester
1st 2nd
1st
2nd
BIOL 101-102
Anatomy ft Physiology
4 4
CPTE 105-107 Word Proc/Spsheet/Dalab
3
ENGL 101-102
College Composition
3 3
HLED 173
Health for Life
2
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology
3
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
COMM 135
Intro to Public Spkg
3
PHYS 137 Intro to Physics*"
3
AlHT 265
T: Intro to Speech-Lang
PSYC 128
Developmental Psych
3
Path***
2
S0CI150
Cultural Anthropology
3
ALHT111
Intro to Health
Professions***
1
Area B # Religion
Area D, Forgn Lang/
3
Area B, Religion
3
Lit/Fine Arts"
3
3
Area C-l, History
3
Electives
5
3
Area G-3, Rec Skills
1
16
16
Math course*
OR
0-3
Electiios
"Math 080 and 090 required unlets two year high school math were taken with grade C or better
**May be substituted by a history course
"""Highly Recommended
NOTE: C is the lowest acceptable grade
PRE-SURGICAL PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Adviser: Brenda Janzen
The surgical physician assistant Is qualified to assist the surgeon in patient care activities.
Functioning under the direction of the surgeon, this professional is capable of obtaining
accurate medical history and physical examination data, carrying out preoperative
procedures to prepare the patient for surgery, assisting the surgeon during operations,
participating in the care and evaluation of the patient in the postoperative period, assisting
in the management of the traumatized patient, and caring for miner injuries. Surgical
physician assistants may be involved with patients in any medical setting for which the
surgeon Is responsible including the operating room, recovery room, intensive care unit, and
the surgeon's office.
The program below meets admission requirements for University of Alabama at Birmingham, as
well as Southern Adventist University's requirements for an A.S. degree. This program can be
modified to meet the requirements of other schools. For a complete description of Southern's
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general education requirement!, refer to pagei 27-32.
Area A ENGL 1 01 -1 02; MATH 1 20; COMM 135; CPTE 105-107
AreaB RELB, RELT, 6 hours
Area C History, 6 hour sequence
Area D 6 hours of literature; 6 hours of Foreign Lang/Lit/Fine Arts
AreaE BIOL 101-102, 151-152, 330; CHEM 151-152
Area F Psychology/Sociology, 6 hours
AreaG PIAC 225
Electives to make a total of 64 hours. Recommended: six hours from the following areas: Statistics,
Cell Biology, Genetics, and Histology. Work or volunteer service in a health care setting is highly
recommended.
Sample Sequence
A.S.
Pre-Surgical Physician Assistant
YEAR!
Semester
1st 2nd
BIOL 101-102
Anatomy & Physiology
4 4
BIOL 151-152
General Biology
4 4
CPTE 105-107
Word Proc/Spihoot/Datab
3
ENGL 101-102
College Composition
3 3
Area C, History sequence
3 3
Area D, Forgn Lang/
3
Fine
Arts
—
17 17
YEAR 2
Semester
1st 2nd
BIOL 3S0
General Microbiology
4
MATH 120
Precalculus Algebra
3
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
COMM 135
Intro to Public Spkg
3
Area B, Religion
3 3
Area 0, Lang/Lit/Fine Art
3
Area D, Literature
3 3
Area hi, Behav Sci
3 3
16 16
SUMMER
General Chemistry
8
ALLIED HEALTH COURSES
ALHT 111. Introduction to the Health Professions 1 hour
A survey course that heightens awareness of the options, expectations, and realities of the health
professions. Students gain an overview of professional health careers through lectures, guest
speahers, observation, and research. (Winter)
ALHT 225. Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science 2 hours
This course is designed to acquaint prospective medical technologists with the profession. The
history and standards of medical technology and employment opportunities will be surveyed.
Elementary clinical laboratory procedures will be taught and laboratory tours will be conducted.
ALHT 265. Topics in Allied Health 2 hours
Formal course worh designed to meet the needs and interests of students in specialty areas of the
Allied Health professions not covered in regular courses.
Biology
Chair: Stephen A. Nyirady
Faculty: Joyce Azevedo, David Ekkens, L. Ann Foster, Safawo Gullo,
Joel Ongaro, Keith Snyder
Adjunct Faculty: Roger Hall
Adjunct Research Faculty: John Henson, Scott Hodges
BIOLOGY
The study of Biology constitutes one of the most exciting and important fields of
scientific investigation, since it provides a better understanding of ourselves and the
living things around us. Even the casual observer of Biology who pauses long enough to
take a course may derive a lifetime of pleasure and fulfillment from a hobby such as
bird watching, shell collecting, or wild flower photography.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Biology Department exists as an integral part of Southern Adventist University
with its mission to provide a quality Seventh-day Adventist Christian undergraduate
education, emphasizing the balanced development of the spiritual, intellectual, physical,
and social dimensions of men and women. Within the framework of a Christian
understanding of the origin and workings of biological systems, the department seeks to
provide opportunities for its academic and local communities to understand the value,
process and limitations of scientific inquiry as well as to develop an awareness and
understanding of the biological world and our responsibility to it. Its curricula are
designed to provide students with high quality preparation for careers in the biological
and biomedical professions.
THE BIOLOGY MAJOR
A major in Biology is an excellent starting point for numerous careers which are both
rewarding and challenging. With a degree in Biology, one may pursue graduate study
leading to research in the basic sciences (anatomy, physiology, ecology, microbiology,
cytology, etc.), teaching at the college or graduate level, or employment in industry or
government. A biology degree is also the degree of choice in preparation for high-school
teaching, medicine, dentistry, optometry, careers in wildlife, forestry or zoo
management, health education, public health, biostatistics, epidemiology, and
environmental health, to name a few.
The Biology Department makes available a number of experiences, both curricular
and extracurricular, to enrich its students' academic programs. The department offers
courses which include field experiences in Indonesia, Canada, Kenya, Belize, Smoky
Mountains, and the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. The Tennessee Aquarium in
nearby Chattanooga provides additional learning resources. The department is also
affiliated with Walla Walla College's Rosario Beach Biological Field Station (see page
23).
Extracurricular opportunities include membership in the Beta Beta Beta national
biological honor society, a yearly lecture series on natural history and research topics
(see page 21), as well as a premedical preceptorship program (see page 267).
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ASSESSMENT
In order to help evaluate its teaching effectiveness and the academic achievements of
its graduates, all seniors are required to pass the ETS Major Field Achievement Test in
Biology during their final semester. The results of these exams are used by the
department staff to evaluate class offerings as well as program requirements.
DECREES IN BIOLOGY
Biology Core Courses (20 Hours)
Care
BIOL 151-152 General Biology
BIOL 316 Genetics
BIOL 412 Cell and Molecular Biology
Hours
Core
Hours
8
BIOL 424
lituet in Natural Sci/Rel (W)
3
4
4
BIOL 485
Biology Seminar (W)
1
Biology Elective Areas :
Microbiology:
BIOL 31 5 Parasitology
BIOL 330 General microbiology
BIOL 340 Immunology
Basic Zoology:
BIOL 31 3 Developmental Biology
BIOL 387 Animal Behavior
BIOL 416 Human Anatomy
BIOL 41 7 Animal Histology
BIOL 41 8 Animal Physiology
Zoology Field Courses:
BIOL 312 Vertebrate Natural History
BIOL 314 Ornithology
BIOL 319 Herpetology
BIOL 320 Entomology
BIOL 411 Mammalogy
Botany:
BIOL 408 Flowering Plants and Ferns
BIOL 409 Smoky Mountain Flora
BIOL 419 Plant Physiology
Ecology:
BIOL 226 Environmental Conservation
BIOL 317 Ecology
Marine Biology Courses
Major — B.A. Biology (32 Hours) (Chemistry Minor Recommended)
Required Biology Core Couriei
BIOL 151-152 General Biology
BIOL 316 Genetics
BIOL 412 Cell and Molecular Biology
BIOL 424 Issues in Natural Sci/Rel (W)
BIOL 485 Biology Seminar (W)
Biology ilectives*
4
4
3
1
12
'One course minimum from four of the Hie biology subject
areas.
"Waived if equivalent math was taken in high school
with minimum grade of B.
Required Cognates Hours
CHEM 151-152 General Chemistry 8
CHEM 311-312 Organic Chemistry 8
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
MATH 120 Precalculus Algebra" 3
Computer Course(s) 3
hlv Recommended
Precalculus Trigonometry**
Highly
raATFT
M21
PHYS 21 1-214
General Physics
Major— B.S. Biology (41 Hours)
Required Biology Core Courses
BIOL 151-152 General Biology
BIOL 316 Genetics
BIOL 412 Cell and Molecular Biology
BIOL 424 Issues in Natural Sci/Rel (W)
BIOL485 Biology Seminar (W )
Biology Electives*
Highly Recommended
MATH 181 Calculus I
BIOL 1 97/397 Intro to Biological Research
BIOL 497 Research in Biology
Hours
Required Cognates Hours
8
CHbM 151-152
General Chemistry 8
4
CHEM 311-312
Organic Chemistry 8
4
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking 3
3
CPTR/CPTE
Computer Courses 3
1
MATH 120
Precalculus Algebra** 3
21
MATH 121
Precalculus Trigonometry** 2
MATH 215
Statistics 3
3
PHYS 21 1-212
General Physics
1
1-2
PHYS 213-214
General Physics Lab
*One course minimum from each of the five biology subject areas.
**Waived if equivalent math was taken in high school with minimum grade of B.
Major — B.S. Biology, Biomedical Emphasis (42 Hours)
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Required Biology Core Courses Hours
BIOL 151-152 General Biology 8
BIOL 316 Genetics 4
BIOL 412 Cell and Molecular Biology 4
BIOL 424 Issues in Natural Sci/Rel (W) 3
BIOL 485 Biology Seminar (W) 1
Biology Electives* 22
*Select nine (9) hours from Basic Zoology and
seven (7) from Microbiology. Select six (6) hours
from two of the three remaining subject areas.
**Waived if equivalent math was taken
school with minimum grade of B.
n high
Required Cognates Hours
CHEM 151-152 General Chemistry 8
CHEM 311-312 Organic Chemistry 8
CHEM 341 Biochemistry 4
COMM135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
MATH 120 Precalculus Algebra** 3
MATH 121 Precalculus Trigonometry** 2
MATH 215 Statistics ' 3
PHYS 211-212 General Physics 6
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2
Computer Courses 3
Highly R
MAI HI 81 Calculus 3
BIOL 397 Intro to Research (W) 1
BIOL 497 Research in Biology (W) 1-2
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Biology, B.S. Biology, B.S. Biomedical Emphasis
(Chemistry Minor Recommended)
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
BIOL 151
General Biology
4
BIOL 152
ENGL 101
College Composition
Precalculus Algebra
3
ENGL 102
MATH 120
3
MATH 121
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
COMM 135
Area B-1, Religion
3
Area F-2/3, Fam/Hlth Sci
2
16
General Biology
College Composition
Precalculus Trigonometry
Intro to Public Speaking
Area G 1/3, Skills
Electives
Hours
4"
3
2
3
1
3
16
Major — B.A. Biology, Teacher Certification, 7-12 (36 hours)
Secondary certification in Biology requires a baccalaureate degree
consisting of 36 credits of specified biology courses, a minor in chemistry,
specified cognates, and completion of professional education courses (page
1 12) for licensure.
The student must apply for Initial Admission to the Teacher Education
Program (usually by the end of the sophomore year) after completing all
requirements as outlined under ADMISSION PROCEDURES in the School
of Education and Psychology section of the catalog. Initial admission is
required before the student can enroll in upper division education courses.
The student must also complete an application and all other requirements
for Admission to Student Teaching. Prior to the professional semester, the
student must take and pass the PRAXIS II licensure exam — both the
appropriate section of the Principles of Learning and Teaching, and the
particular specialty test(s) for the licensure area(s).
Required Biology Core Courses
Hours
BIOL 151-152
General Biology
8
BIOL 226
Environmental Conservation
OR
3
BIOL 31 7
Ecology
BIOL 312
Vertebrate Natural History
3
BIOL 316
Genetics
4
BIOL 419
Plant Physiology
BIOL 424
Issues of Natural Science
& Religion (W)
3
BIOL 485
Biology Seminar (W)
1
BIOL 330 General Microbiology
BIOL 408 Flowering Plants & Ferns
OR
BIOL 409 Smoky Mt. Flora
BIOL 41 2 Cell and Molecular Biology
BIOL 41 8 Animal Physiology
OR
Chemistry Minor
CHEM 151-152 General Chemistry
CHEM 311-312 Organic Chemistry
CHEM 341 Biochemistry I
Reguired Cognates
COMM 135
ERSC 105
MATH 215
PHYS 137
Tntro to Public Speaking
Earth Science
Statistics
Intro to Physics
3
Hours
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Biology
(Leading to Licensure 7-12)
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1st Semester
BIOL 151
CHEM151
EDUC135
ENGL 101
RELT138
General Biology
General Chemistry
Intro to Education
College Composition
Adventist Heritage
Hours
4
4
2
3
_3
16
2nd Semester
BIOL 152
CHEM 152
EDUC251
ENGL 102
MATH 120
General Biology
General Chemistry
Technology in Education
College Composition
Precalculus Algebra
Hours
4
4
2
3
3
Minor — Biology (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
BIOL 151-152 General Biology
* B io lo g y Electives 1
*A minimum of six hours must be upper division.
NON-MAJOR, NON-MINOR COURSES
BIOL 101-102. Anatomy and Physiology (E-1) 4,4 hours
A study of the fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology. The first semester
covers basic cytology, histology, the musculoskeletal, integumentary, nervous, and
endocrine systems. The remainder of the body systems are studied the second
semester. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period each week. Does not
apply on a major or minor in Biology. (BIOL 101 -Fall, Summer; BIOL 10 2- Fall, Winter)
BIOL 103. Principles of Biology (E-1) 3 hours
A basic general education biology course designed to give the student a modern
treatment of the fundamental processes and principles of plant and animal life. Two
lectures and one three-hour laboratory each week. Does not apply on a major or minor in
Biology.
BIOL 225. Basic Microbiology (E-1) 4 hours
A study of the principles of microbiology, disinfection, sterilization, elementary
immunology, and microorganisms emphasizing their relationship to health and disease.
Three lectures and two one and one-half hour laboratory periods each week. Does not
apply on a major or minor in Biology.
BIOL 422. Issues in Science and Society 3 hours
A study of the philosophical basis of modern natural science as it relates to current
issues in origins, biotechnology, and bioethics. The Christian perspective is
emphasized. This class is designed as a non-writing alternative to BIOL 424/RELT 424.
Credit will not be given for more than one of these courses, and BIOL 422/RELT 422
will not count toward a biology major or minor. Senior standing required.
CORE COURSES
BIOL 151-152. General Biology (E-1) 4,4 hours
This is a rigorous introductory course in Biology primarily for Biology majors, minors, and
pre-professional students. The course is designed to give the student a solid foundation
in the fundamental processes of plant and animal life. It is prerequisite to most other
Biology major courses. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period each week.
(BIOL 151 -Fall; BIOL 152-Winter)
BIOL 316. Genetics 4 hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1 51 or 225 or consent of instructor.
A study of heredity as related to man, domestic plants and animals and an investigation
of gene structure and function. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period each
week. (Fall)
BIOL 412. Cell and Molecular Biology
4 hours
Biology 73
Prerequisites: BIOL 31 6; CHEM 31 1 .
This course, designed for advanced Biology and Chemistry majors, deals primarily with
cell structure and function. Building on cellular principles learned in BIOL 151-152 and
BIOL 316, the student is exposed to methods of cellular and molecular research while
learning about the appearance and operation of cellular organelles. The exciting details
of cell integration and control provide the framework for this interdisciplinary study. Three
lectures and one three-hour laboratory period each week. (Winter)
BIOL 424. Issues of Natural Science and Religion (E-1) (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: Senior standing.
A study of the philosophical basis of modern natural science as it relates to current
issues in origins, biotechnology, bioethics, and environmental responsibility. Special
attention is given to Christian perspectives of the issues discussed. Credit can be
applied toward either Biology or Religion (see RELT 424). Three lectures each week.
BIOL 485. Biology Seminar (W) 1 hour
Prerequisites: Biology major or minor with senior standing.
Oral, written, and poster presentations are made on a specific topic in the field of Biology
and on current literature in the field. To be taken in the senior year or with approval of
Department Chair.
BOTANY
BIOL 408. Flowering Plants and Ferns 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 151-152 or consent of instructor.
This field study of trees, flowering plants and ferns emphasizes species identification
with the aid of botanical keys, recognition of plant families and noting habitats where
various species occur. Other taxonomic methods are introduced. Students prepare a
collection of herbarium specimens. Two lectures and one field trip or three-hour
laboratory period each week. (Fall, odd years)
BIOL 409. Smoky Mountain Flora 3 hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1 52 or consent of instructor.
A field study of the wild flowers, shrubs and trees in the Great Smoky Mountain National
Park, which contains the world's finest examples of temperate deciduous forest. Plants
are identified by means of botanical keys, and observation lists are kept. Special
attention is given to the different forest types and their associated plants. Involves a
10-day to three-week camping study experience. Additional fee required. Field trips
daily. (Summer)
BIOL 419. Plant Physiology 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 and CHEM 151-1 52 or consent of instructor.
A study of the functions of seed plants. Topics covered include water relations, mineral
nutrition, photosynthesis, transpiration, translocation, respiration, and growth. Two
lectures and one three-hour laboratory period each week. (Fall, even years)
ECOLOGY
BIOL 226. Environmental Conservation (E-1) 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 or consent of instructor.
An introduction to the very complex interlocking environmental problems facing us today.
Beginning with basic ecological principles, the course examines population dynamics,
energy utilization, resource consumption, the various forms of pollution, and
conservation methods to preserve our natural resources, natural areas, and native
species. On field trips we evaluate how efficiently our natural resources are being
monitored, utilized, and conserved. Two lectures and one field trip or three-hour
laboratory period each week.
(Winter, odd years)
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BIOL 250. Introduction to Tropical Marine Biology (E-1) 3 hours
A study of the major invertebrates and fish of the tropical coral reef and seashores.
Emphasis is placed on the life habits of the organisms and their ecological niches.
Habitats studied are coral reefs, rocky shores, sandy beaches, thalassia beds and
mangrove swamps. Involves two weeks of on-campus class work and a one to two week
field laboratory experience on tropical coral reefs. Additional fee required. (Summer)
BIOL 317. Ecology 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 or consent of instructor.
Ecology is a study of the interrelationships of plants, animals and their environment. This
course examines these interactions in the context of energy flow, nutrient cycles,
limiting factors, succession and population dynamics. Field work introduces various
ecological sampling techniques and the student participates in an ecological analysis of
various local communities as well as extended field trips. Two lectures and one field trip
or three-hour laboratory period each week. (Winter, even years)
ZOOLOGY FIELD COURSES
BIOL 312. Vertebrate Natural History 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 151-152 or consent of instructor.
Natural history of the vertebrate classes including ecology, physiology, behavior,
classification and identification, with emphasis on local species. Two lectures and one
three-hour laboratory each week. An extended weekend field trip with an additional fee
will be required as part of laboratory credit. (Fall, even years)
BIOL 314. Ornithology (E-1 ) 3 hours
A systematic study of bird life with special emphasis on external features, taxonomy,
nesting and feeding habits, flight and migratory patterns. Two lectures and one
laboratory period each week. An extended field trip, which applies toward laboratory
credit, is planned during spring vacation. There is an additional charge for the trip.
(Winter, even years)
BIOL 319. Herpetology 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 or consent of instructor.
Natural history, ecology, physiology, behavior, classification and identification of
amphibians and reptiles, with emphasis on local species. Two lectures and one
three-hour laboratory each week. An extended field trip will be required as part of
laboratory credit. (Fall, odd years)
BIOL 320. Entomology 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 or consent of instructor.
A systematic study of the insects of the world considering anatomy, physiology, behavior
and relation to humans. In the laboratory, emphasis is placed on identifying local insects
and a representative collection is turned in. Short field trips are planned as part of the
laboratory work. Two lectures and one three-hour laboratory period each week. (Fall,
odd years)
BIOL 411. Mammalogy 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 or consent of instructor.
A study of the mammals of the world, with emphasis on North America. Includes
classroom and field study of systematics, distribution, behavior and ecology. A small
collection is required in the laboratory. Two lectures and one three-hour laboratory each
week. (Winter, odd years)
MICROBIOLOGY
Biology 75
BIOL 315. Parasitology (W) 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 or consent of instructor.
A general survey of the more important parasites of man and domestic animals. Two
lectures and one three-hour laboratory period each week. (Fall)
BIOL 330. General Microbiology 4 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 or consent of instructor.
A general study of bacteria, yeasts, molds and viruses, considering their morphology,
physiology, genetics and methods of control. Study is given to immunology topics:
antigen-antibody properties, host-antigen interactions, humoral and cellular immune
systems. The importance of microorganisms in environmental and applied fields is
considered. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period each week. (Winter)
BIOL 340. Immunology 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 or consent of instructor.
A study of the basic aspects of the human immune system including topics such as
antigen and antibody structure and reactions, humoral and cell mediated immunity,
hypersensitivity, immune disease and transplantation immunology. Two lectures and one
three-hour laboratory period each week. (Winter)
BASIC ZOOLOGY
BIOL 313. Developmental Biology 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 or consent of instructor.
An introduction to embryonic development from the formation of germ cells through the
maturation of major organs culminating in parturition. Special reference is made to
humans. Emphasis is placed on problems of growth, differentiation, and
morphogenesis. Laboratory includes microscopic study and experiments with sea
urchin, frog, and chick embryos. Two lectures and one three-hour laboratory period
each week. (Winter, odd years)
BIOL 387. Animal Behavior 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51-1 52 or PSYC 1 24 and 1 28.
The behavior of animals is studied with a focus on both proximate causes
(mechanisms) and ultimate causes (survival strategies) of behavior. Special
importance is placed on understanding techniques of experimental study and hypothesis
testing. Topics covered include: genetic, developmental, and physiological bases of
behavior; instinct and learning; communication; habitat selection; feeding, antipredatory,
reproductive, and parenting strategies; mating systems, social behavior and human
sociobiology. Three lectures each week. (Winter, odd years)
BIOL 416. Human Anatomy 3 hours
Prerequisites: Senior standing and consent of instructor.
An introductory study of human anatomy with an emphasis on the skeletal, muscular,
nervous, and circulatory systems. One lecture and two three-hour laboratory periods
each week. Additional fee required. (Fall)
BIOL 417. Animal Histology 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 or consent of instructor.
A descriptive study of normal tissues, primarily those of man. The microscopic
identification and characteristics of stained sections are emphasized in the laboratory.
Two lectures and one three-hour laboratory period each week. (Fall)
BIOL 418. Animal Physiology 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 151-152; CHEM 151-152 or consent of instructor.
Functional processes used by animals in adjusting to their external environment and
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IOLOGY
controlling their internal environment. Laboratories involve analysis of functions of major
organ systems. Two lectures and one three-hour laboratory period each week. (Winter)
SPECIAL COURSES
BIOL 365. Topics in Biology 1-3 hours
Formal course work designed to meet the needs or interests of students in specialty
areas of Biology not covered in regular courses. May be repeated in different
specialized areas.
BIOL 197/397(W). Introduction to Biological Research 1 hour
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 or consent of instructor.
An introduction to the principles of scientific research, including the function of the
scientific method, literature searches, research techniques, writing of grant proposals,
and how to publish results. (Fall)
BIOL 255. Introduction to Dentistry 1 hour
An introduction to the field of dentistry covering basic dental terminology, dental
nomenclature, and tooth morphology. Guest lecturers from various dental specialties
share perspectives on dentistry as a career as well as giving an overview of the scope of
treatment in the specialty. Factors necessary for good personal dental health will be
emphasized. Laboratory experiences will introduce the student to dental waxing
procedures as well as to practice manual dexterity carving skills.
BIOL 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 or consent of instructor.
BIOL 495 open to Biology majors or minors only.
Designed for the individual student or group of students who wish to do independent
study in an area of biology not listed in the regular offerings. Content and method of
study must be arranged for prior to registration. This course may be repeated for credit.
(Fall, Winter, Summer — upon request)
BIOL 297/497(W). Research in Biology 1-2 hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 397 or consent of instructor.
Individual research under the direction of members of the staff. Problems will be
selected according to the interest and experience of the student. Prior to registration,
students are urged to contact all biology staff members with respect to the choice of
available research problems. This course should be taken not later than the first
semester of the senior year. This course may be repeated for credit. (Fall, Winter,
Summer — upon request)
EDUCATION
EDUC 438. Curriculum and Content Methods/Biology 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Attention is given to methods and materials of instruction; planning, testing, and
evaluating student performance; and the survey and evaluation of textbooks.
Biology 77
ROSARIO BEACH
MARINE BIOLOGICAL FIELD STATION
The Rosario Beach Marine Station is a teaching and research facility operated
by Walla Walla College in affiliation with Southern Adventist University and other
Adventist colleges. Located seven miles south of Anacortes, Washington, the
station occupies 40 acres of beach and timberland. In addition to some of the
biology courses listed in this catalog, the following are among those taught during
the summer at Rosario Beach:
BIOL 200. Introduction to Marine Biology 3 hours
An overview course designed to introduce general education students to the biology and
ecology of the marine environment. Course not applicable to Biology majors. (Summer)
BIOL 460. Marine Ecology 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52.
Study of interspecific, intraspecific, and community relationships demonstrated by
marine organisms. (Summer)
BIOL 463. Marine Botany 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52.
Systematic study of plants found in Puget Sound, with a survey of marine plants from
other areas. (Summer)
BIOL 468. Comparative Physiology 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 151-152, BIOL 412.
Comparative study of the physiology and life processes of animals with emphasis on
invertebrates. (Summer)
BIOL 475. Marine Invertebrates 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52.
A description of selected groups of marine invertebrates. The course will involve
extensive collection, classification, and study of the marine invertebrates of the Puget
Sound. (Summer)
BIOL 516. Behavior of Marine Organisms 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 1 51 -1 52 and Animal Behavior or Introduction to Psychology.
A study of intra- and interspecific behaviors of marine animals and their behavioral
responses to the physical environment. The course involves laboratory experiences,
field observation, and a research project. (Summer)
(E-1) (W) See 27-32 for explanation of general education requirements.
School of Business
and Management
Dean: Don Van Ornam
Faculty: Richard Erickson, H. Robert Gadd, C. Josef Ghosn, Rob
Montague,
Cliff Olson, Jim Segar, Dennis Steele, Carmelita Troy, Maria Urbina,
Neville Webster, Jon Wentworth
Adjunct Faculty: Herbert Coolidge, Letitia Erdmann, Michelle Fetters, S.
Foote,
Mark Waldrop, Greg Willett
Institute of Leadership: George P. Babcock, Director
Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership: Don Ashlock
Center for Non-Profit and Church Leadership: George P. Babcock
Business Advisory Board: Bud Cason, Russell Friberg, Harvey Hillyer,
Charles Martin, Jay McElroy, Bill McGinnis, Chris McKee, Denzil
McNeilus, Volker Schmidt
Advisory Councils:
Accounting: Richard Center, Rhonda Champion, Richard Green, Bo Just,
Calvin Wiese
Long-Term Care Administration: Mann Camp, Jo Edwards, Letitia S. Erdmann,
Michelle Fetters, Seneca Foote, Doug Ford, Jan Rushing, William
Taylor III, Mark Waldrop, Christopher West
Management: Ray Childers, Mike McKee, D. L. (Pete) Johnson, Debbie
Shepard,
Clark Taylor
Marketing: Barry Anthony, Brian Bergherm, Barb Edens, Franklin Farrow,
Danny Fell, Rob Fulbright
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the School of Business and Management is to provide a
high quality professional education within the context of the Seventh-day
Adventist Christian community. A God-centered environment that integrates
personal integrity, ethics, respect, and dignity in all relationships is valued.
The emphasis is excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level with value
given to the development of knowledge. Programs and instruction provide
both theory and application to promote strategic outcomes in a free market
society exemplified by qualified alumni committed to dedicated service.
OBJECTIVES
The courses and programs offered by the School of Business and
Management are designed to prepare students for business-related careers
in the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors and/or for further graduate
education.
The objectives of the school are:
1 . To give the student a broad background of knowledge of the free
enterprise system within a framework of moral and ethical guidelines.
2. To assist the student in developing a sound Christian philosophy toward
our current economic environment and the ever-changing business world
of the future.
3. To provide the student with a quality academic program with basic
business skills required for initial job placement.
4. To encourage Seventh-day Adventist students to serve as workers and in
positions of business leadership with organizations sponsored by this
denomination when opportunities are available.
5. To foster within all students a commitment to excellence and a concept of
service in the workplace and to community.
6. To provide the necessary academic background for entrance into
graduate degree programs in business.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR SCHOOL OF BUSINESS &
MANAGEMENT
1. Admission to the School of Business and Management is required before
one may graduate with a degree program offered in the School.
2. Students may be admitted who have met these criteria:
a) Completed general education: ENGL 101 and 102; MATH 120 or
equivalent.
b) Completed nine hours of business courses that apply to their major with a
"C" or better.
c) Earned overall major GPA of 2.25 or better.
3. Those pursuing a degree program in the School of Business and
Management must formally apply for admission during their sophomore
year (24-54 hours).
4. Transfer students will be considered for admission after they have earned
nine hours in residence in their major.
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT PROBATION
2. If a student's cumulative GPA in the major
falls below 2.25, the student will be placed
on School of Business and Management probation
and the course load restricted to a maximum
of 13 credit hours per semester.
3. A student will remain on probation, including
the restricted course load, until the
cumulative GPA in the major improves to 2.25.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
1. Cumulative GPA of 2.2 5 in the major.
2. A maximum of three courses in the major with
a C- grade may count toward a major.
3 . The following courses MUST BE TAKEN in
residence at Southern Adventist University in
various School of Business and Management
majors :
B.B.A./B.S. Core Hours B.B.A./B.S. Degree, continued Hours
FNCE315 Business Finance 3 Management Major:
BUAD 358 Legal/Eth/Social Six hours in major including:
Envirof Bus (W) 3 MGNT410 Org Theory & Design 3
BUAD 288/488 Business Seminar 1 UD Management Elecitve 3
MGNT 464 Business Strategies " 6
(W) _3
10 Entrepreneurship Concentration:
80
School of Business and Management
Financial Services Major:
Six hours in concentration including
ACCT/FNCE 464 Financial Stmt Anal
UD Accounting/Finance Elective
Accounting Concentration:
Six hours in concentration including:
ACCT 464 Financial Stmt Analy
UD Accounting Elective
Finance Concentration:
Six hours in concentration including:
FNCE464 Financial Stmt Analy
UD Finance Elective
MGNT371
Prin of Entrepren 3
MGNT372
Entr&Small Bus. Mgnt 3
3
3
MGNT376
Online Business Dev 3
9
Business
International
6
Concentration:
Six hours in concentration 6
3
3
6
Marketing Concentration:
BMKT 328
Sales Management 3
BMKT424
Marketing Strategy 3
6
3
LTCA Major:
3
LTCA 431
Gen Admin LTC Facility 3
6
LTCA 432
Tech Aspects of LTC 3
LTCA 434
Fin Mgmt LTC Facility 3
LTCA 435
Human Resource Mgmt &
Mktg LTC Facility 3
LTCA 492
LTC Internship 4-8
16-20
ASSESSMENT
To help the graduates in Business Administration to evaluate their
academic progress and to aid the School in evaluating teaching
effectiveness, students who major in business-related fields will be required
to:
1 . Participate in the university-wide testing program in general education.
2. Take the area test in business prepared by the Educational Testing
Service (ETS) during the last semester of their academic program.
3. Accounting majors who plan to enter public accounting will be
evaluated by their performances on the national CPA exam.
PROGRAMS
The School offers the following degrees:
1. Bachelor of Business Administration degree (B.B.A.) with majors in
Financial Services and Management.
Within these majors, the student may choose a concentration:
Financial Services major:
Accounting concentration
Finance concentration
Management major:
Entrepreneurship concentration
International Business concentration
Marketing concentration
2. Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) with
majors in Business Administration and
Long-Term Administration.
3 . Associate of Science degree is available
in Accounting for those who desire a two-year
program.
4. A BBA/MBA track is available for students
who wish to complete the Bachelor of Business
School of Business and Management 81
Administration degree and the Master of
Business Administration degree in a five year
period.
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREES
B.B.A. Core (40 Hours)
Required Core
ACC I 221-222
BCPT105
BCPT314
BMKT 326
BUAD310
BUAD 339
BUAD 358
BUAD 288/488
ECON 224
ECON 225
FNCE315
MGNT 334
MGNT 464
Principles of Accounting
Business Spreadsheets
Management Info Systems
Principles of Marketing
Business Communications fW)
Business Law
Legal, Ethical and Social
Environment of Bus (W)
Seminar in Business Admin
Principles of Economics (Macro) 3
Principles of Economics (Micro) 3
Business Finance 3
Principles of Management 3
Business Strategies (W) 3
Hours
Required Coqnates Hours
3,3
BCPI 104
Business Software 3
3
BUAD 128
Personal Finance 3
3
BUAD 221
Business Statistics
3
OR 3
W) 3
MATH 215
Statistics
3
COMM 135
Introduction to Public Speaking 3
MATH 120
Precalculus Algebra 3
3
1
PSYC
Any 3-hour class 3
Major — B.B.A. Financial Services (66 Hours)
BBACore
Hours
40"
Required Core
ACCT311 Inlerm ediate Accounting I 4
ACCT312 Intermediate Accounting II 4
ACCT 450 Advanced Accounting Problems3
FNCE455 Fundamentals of Investment 3
ACCT/FNCE 464 Financial Statement Analysis 3
U D Electives:
Accounting Concentration
OR 9
Finance Concentration
Accounting Concentration (66 Hours)
Hours
BBACore 40
Financial Services Core 17
UD Accounting Electives 9
Accounting majors need 150 semester hours
before sitting for the CPA examination in
Tennessee and most other jurisdictions.
Finance Concentration (66 Hours)
BBACore
Financial Services Core
UD Finance Electives
Hours
40
17
9
Major — B.B.A Management (64 Hours)
BBACore
Required Core
ACC I 321
MGNT 344
MGNT 410
Hours
40
Managerial Accounting 3
Human Resources Managements
Org Theory and Design 3
Elec. from one concentration
8hrsBMKT, ENTR, INBS
(UD electives - 4 hrs)
82 S chool of Business and Management
Entrepreneurship Concentration
International Business
Concentration
(64 Hours)
Hours
(61 Hours)
I
Hours
BBA Core 40
BBA Core
40
Management Core 9
M anagement Core
9
MGNT371
Prin of Entrepreneurship 3
BMKT 375
International M arketing
3
MGNT 372
Entrep & Small Busin Mgmt 3
MGNT 363
International Business
3
MGNT 376
Online Business Development 3
MGNT 368
M ullicullral Managem ent
3
MGNT 420
Organizational Behavior 3
UD Business Elective 3
U D Business Elective
3
Recommend:
Required Coqnate:
MGNT 363 Intl Business
Intermediate Foreign Lang
6
MGNT 368 Multicultural Mgnt
BMKT 424 Mktg Strategy
BMKT 497 Mktg Research
Marketing Concentration (64 Hours)
Hours
BBA Core
40
Management Core
9
BMKT 328
Sales Management
3
BMKT 375
International Marketing
3
BMKT 327
Consumer Behavior
OR
3
BMKT 423
Promotional Strategy
BMKT 424
Marketing Strategy
3
BMKT 497
Marketing Research
3
Required Coqnate
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
All BBA Majors/Concentrations
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ACCT221
Principles of Accounting
3
ACCT 222
Principles of Accounting
3
BCPT105
Business Spreadsheets
BCPT 105
Business Spreadsheets
OR
3
OR
3
BUAD 128
Personal Finance
BUAD 128
Personal Finance
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
BCPT104
Business Software
BCPT 104
Business Software
OR
3
OR
3
MATH 120
Precalculus Algebra
Area B-1, Religion
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public
Speaking
AreaG-1, Rec Skills
1
Area F-1, Psychology
3
16
AreaG-1, Rec Skills
1
16
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREES
Major — B.S. Business Administration (46 Hours)
Required Cours
ACCI 221-222
ACCT 321
BCPT 105
BCPT 314
BMKT 326
BUAD 310
BUAD 339
BUAD 358
es_ Hours
Principles of Accounting
Managerial Accounting 3
Business Spreadsheets
Management Information Systems
~ ' ' 3
3
3
Principles of Marketing
Business Communications fW)
Business Law
Legal, Ethical, Social
Environment of Business fW)
BUAD 288/488 Seminar in Business Admin
Required Courses, continued
eqi
bCON 224
ECON 225
FNCE315
MGNT 334
MGNT 464
Hours
Principles of Economics (Macro) 3
Principles of Economics (Micro) 3
Business Finance
Principles of Management 3
Business Strategies (W) 3
Elective in Business 3
Required Cognates Hours
BCPT 104 ~ _ Business Software
BUAD 128 Personal Finance 3
BUAD 221 Business Statistics 3
COMM 135 Introduction to Public Speaking 3
School of Business and Management 83
Major — B.S. Long-Term Care Administration (57-61 Hours)
Required Cour ses
ACCI 221-222
ACCT 321
BCPT105
BMKT 326
BUAD 339
BUAD 358
ECON 224
ECON 225
FNCE315
MGNT 334
MGNT 344
MGNT 464
LTCA 231
LTCA 431
LTCA 432
Principles of Accounting
Managerial Accounting
Hours
3,3
3
Business Spreadsheets
Principles of Marketing 3
Business Law 3
Legal, Eth, Social Env Bus (W) 3
Prin of Economics (Macro) 3
Prin of Economics (Micro) 3
Business Finance
Prin of Management 3
Human Resource Mgnt 3
Business Strategies (W) 3
Certified Nursing Assistant 2
General Admin of the
Long-Term Care Facility 3
Technological Aspects of
Long-Term Care
Required Courses, continued Hours
LI CA 434 Financial Management of
Long-Term Care Facility
ETCA 435 Human Res Mgt and Marketing
of Long-Term Care Facility
LTCA 492 Long-Term Care
Administration Internship 4-8
Required Coqnates
Hours
BOP I 104
Business Software
3
BUAD 128
Personal Finance
3
BUAD 221
Business Statistics
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
PSYC 349
Aging and Society
3
RELT 373
Christian Ethics
3
SOCI 249
Death and Dying
1
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Business Administration and
B.S. Long-Term Care Administration
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ACCI 221
Principles of Accounting
3
ACCI 222
Principles of Accounting
3
BCPT104
Business Software
BCPT 104
Business Software
OR
3
OR
3
BCPT105
Business Spreadsheets
BCPT 105
Business Spreadsheets
BUAD 128
Personal Finance
BUAD 128
Personal Finance
OR
3
OR
3
ERSC 105
Earth Science
ERSC 105
Earth Science
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
COMM 135
Introduction to Public Speaki
ng 3
Area B-1, Religion
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
Area G-1 , Rec Skills
1
16
Area G-1, Rec Skills
1
16
Students who have previously earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited
college or university and who have completed all course work equivalent to the
B.S. Business Administration required courses excluding BCPT 314, BUAD 310,
and BUAD 488, may receive a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in
long-term care upon the completion of 20 hours of courses (LTCA 431 , 432, 434,
435, 492; MGNT 344).
This exception to the 30-hour residence requirement applies only to those who
have completed all other major course requirements for the long-term care
degree at another institution and have received a bachelor's degree. Regular
admission to the LTCA program is subject to receipt of an official transcript
showing completion of the bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Major — A.S. Accounting (32 Hours)
Required Courses
ACC I 221-222 Principles ol Accounting
ACCT 311-312 Intermediate Accounting
Hours
3,3
4,4
3
BCPT 105 Business Spreadsheets
BUAD 128 Personal Finance 3
BUAD 358 Legal, Eth and Socia
Environ of Business(W ) 3
ECON 224 Principles ol Econ (Macro) 3
Accounting Elective 3
Business Elective 3
Required Coqnates Hours
BOP I 104 Business Software 3
COMM 135 Introduction to Public Speaking 3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
A.S. Accounting
1st Semester
ACCT 221
BCPT 104
Hours
Principles of Accounting
Business Software
2nd Semester
ACCT 222
BCPT 104
Principles of Accounting
Business Software
Hours
3
84 S chool of Business and Management
OR
3
OR
3
BCPT105
Business Spreadsheets
BCPT105
Business Spreadsheets
BUAD 128
Personal Finance
BUAD 128
Personal Finance
OR
3
OR
3
ERSC 105
Earth Science
ERSC 105
Earth Science
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
Area B-1, Religion
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
AreaG-1, Rec Skills
1
AreaG-1, Rec Skills
1
MINORS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, ENTREPRENEURIAL
MANAGEMENT, MANAGEMENT, AND MARKETING
Minor — Business Administration Minor — Entrepreneurial
(18 Hours) Management
(18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours Required Courses Hours
ACCT 221-222 Principles of Accounting 3,3 *ACCT 103 College Accounting 3
ECON 224 Prin of Economics (Macro) 3 *ECON 213 Survey of Economics 3
MGNT 334 Principles of Management MGNT 371 Prin of Entrepreneurship 3
OR " 3 MGNT 372 Entrep & Small Bus Mgnt 3
MGNT 344 Human Resource Management MGNT 376 Online Business Development 3
UD Electives in Business 6 Elective in Business 3
* Does not apply for business majors
Minor — Management (18 Hours) Minor — Marketing (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours Required Courses Hours
A CCT 221 Principles of Accounting 3 BMKT 326 Principles of Marketing 3
MGNT 334 Principles of Management 3 BMKT 375 International Marketing 3
MGNT 344 Human Resource Mgnt 3 BMKT 424 Marketing Strategy 3
MGNT 371 Prin of Entrepreneurship UD Electives in Marketing 9
OR 3
MGNT 372 Entrepreneurial and Small
Business Management
UD Electives Business 6
ACCOUNTING
ACCT 103. College Accounting (G-1) 3 hours
Covers the fundamental accounting processes dealing with the bookkeeping and
accounting functions for the small business, professional offices, merchandising firms
and service organizations. This course does not apply for credit to a BBA or BS
business major. (Fall)
ACCT 221-222. Principles of Accounting (G-1) 3,3 hours
An introduction to financial accounting, including the accounting equation, debits and
credits, transaction analysis, financial statement preparation, and the differences in
accounting for the proprietorship, partnership, and corporate forms of ownership. The
course also provides an introduction to managerial accounting, including job order and
process accounting, standard costs, budgeting, and cost-volume-profit analysis.
ACCT 311. Intermediate Accounting I 4 hours
Prerequisite: ACCT 222.
An in-depth course in financial accounting. Topics include the accounting conceptual
framework, the hierarchy of GAAP, accounting for cash, receivables, inventories, plant
assets, intangibles, and current and long-term liabilities.
ACCT 312. Intermediate Accounting II 4 hours
Prerequisite: ACCT 3 1 1 .
A continuation of ACCT 311. Topics that will be covered includes; accounting for
contributed capital, retained earnings investments, income taxes, retirement and
OPEB's and leases; reporting earnings per share; the Statement of Cash Flows;
financial statement disclosure requirements; and financial statement analysis.
ACCT 316. Governmental and Fund Accounting 3 hours
School of Business and Management 85
Prerequisites: ACCT 222.
An in-depth coverage of the concepts of fund accounting as they apply to governmental
units and not-for-profit institutions including schools and hospitals. Attention is given to
the pronouncements of the Governmental Accounting Standards Board. (Fall, even
years)
ACCT 321. Managerial Accounting 3 hours
Prerequisites ACCT221-222.
A study of the budgeting and financial planning processes for service and
manufacturing industries through selected quantitative management decision-making
tools. Topics include cost behavior, product and service pricing decisions, relevant
costs, make-or-buy decisions, out-sourcing decisions, capital budgeting, transfer
pricing, and performance measurement. (Fall)
ACCT 322. Cost Accounting 3 hours
Prerequisite: ACCT 222.
An in-depth study of the more technical aspects of cost accounting systems, including
cost allocations, joint product and by-product accounting, actual, standard, and direct
cost methods. Process cost is emphasized. The more quantitative aspects of
management are covered including decision-making under uncertainty, inventory
control, cost behavior and regression analysis, the variance investigation decision, and
mix and yield variances. (Winter, Odd Years)
ACCT 443. Accounting Systems 3 hours
Prerequisite: ACCT 222.
A study of accounting information systems. Internal control, reporting systems,
computer based systems and systems development will be covered. (Fall, odd years)
ACCT 450/550. Advanced Accounting Problems 3 hours
Prerequisite: ACCT 31 2.
This course is cross-listed with ACCT 550 in the MBA program. A student may receive
credit for this course from only one program.
Studies problems concerned with consolidated financial statements, partnerships,
business firms in financial difficulty, estates and trusts, foreign exchange, and segment
reporting. (Winter, odd years)
ACCT 452. Auditing 3 hours
Prerequisite: ACCT 31 2.
A student may receive credit for this course for either undergraduate or graduate credit.
A course designed to study auditing including generally accepted auditing standards,
the professional code of ethics of the AICPA, and auditing procedures. (Fall)
ACCT 456. Federal Income Taxes 3 hours
Prerequisite: ACCT 221 .
A student may receive credit for this course for either undergraduate or graduate credit.
An introductory course designed to provide training in the application of the Federal
Internal Revenue Code to the tax problems of individuals. Primary emphasis is on
Federal Income Taxes but Social Security Taxes will also be included. (Fall)
ACCT 457/557. Advanced Federal Income Taxes 3 hours
Prerequisite: ACCT 456.
This course is cross-listed with ACCT 557 in the MBA program. A student may receive
credit for this course from only one program.
Provides training in the application of the Federal Internal Revenue Code to the tax
problems facing corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, and non-taxable entities.
(Winter, even years)
ACCT/FNCE 464/564. Financial Statement Analysis 3 hours
Prerequisites: ACCT 312, 450; FNCE 455
This course is cross-listed with ACCT 564 in the MBA program. A student may
86 S chool of Business and Management
receive credit for this course from only one program.
A capstone class designed to synthesize financial information learned in previous
courses. Utilizing information from financial accounting and finance courses, students
analyze financial statements of various companies and make investing, lending, and
management decisions based on the information provided in those statements.
ACCT 491. Accounting Practicum 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Status.
A practicum consists of supervised volunteer/work experience in related fields of
accounting on a part-time basis. The work may be done at various job sites. A
minimum of 50 clock hours of work experience is required for each semester hour of
credit. (Note: A maximum of 3 credit hours of practicum and/or internship may apply as
an elective in the major.)
ACCT 492. Accounting Internship 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Status.
Students obtain on-the-job experience working under supervision in an accounting
office on a full-time basis. All hours must be completed on one job site. A minimum of
1 00 clock hours of work experience is required for each semester hour of credit. (Note:
A maximum of 3 credit hours of practicum and/or internship may apply as an elective in
the major.)
ACCT 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Individual research work open only to business majors. Content to be arranged.
Approval must be secured from the Dean of the School prior to registration.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BUAD 126. Introduction to Business (G-1) 3 hours
A course designed to provide a basic understanding of the American business system
and free enterprise concepts. Business practices, business terminology and
contemporary business issues are covered. Students who have 18 or more hours of
credit in business courses are ineligible to take this course for credit. (Fall)
BUAD 128. Personal Finance (F-2) 3 hours
A course in basic economic concepts and business terminology and practices designed
to provide the techniques to manage personal finances. Budgeting, consumerism,
insurance, home ownership, and investments are included in the topics covered.
BUAD 221. Business Statistics 3 hours
The emphasis is on applied statistics as a tool for management decision-making.
Topics include: descriptive statistics, elementary probability, sampling, hypothesis
testing, inferences, correlation and regression, time series analysis, forecasting,
variance analysis, and decision theory.
School of Business and Management 87
BUAD 310. Business Communications (W) 3 hours
Prerequisites: ENGL 1 01 -1 02.
Provides students with a theoretical and practical framework for understanding and
conducting effective oral and written communication. Special emphasis on business
letter writing, report development, presentation delivery, resume writing, and
interviewing skills.
BUAD 339. Business Law 3 hours
A course designed to study the nature and social functions of law including social
control through law and the law of commercial transactions (uniform commercial code)
and business organizations. (Winter)
BUAD 358. Legal, Ethical, and
Social Environment of Business (W) 3 hours
A study of how business should operate within the legal, ethical and political
environment, its relationship to government agencies and control, and how individuals
in leadership should relate to various social and ethical problems. (Fall)
BUAD 372. Gender and the Workplace. 3 hours
Analyzes the role of gender in the workplace. Socialization, power, image, and the
male-female interdependence and function within the changing context of societal roles
are discussed. Students learn the effect of these changes on individuals and how to
optimize the workplace environment as a result. (Winter, odd years)
BUAD 265/465. Topics in Business 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the Instructor.
Selected topics designed to meet the needs or interests of students in specialty areas of
business and management. This course may be repeated for credit with permission.
BUAD 288/488. Seminar in Business Administration 1 hour
Includes the Eugene Anderson Lecture Series in business. Top men and women in their
field present lectures in insurance, real estate, finance, retailing, production
management. Attendance at ten lectures is required. This course may be repeated for
credit. (Winter)
BUAD 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Individual research work open only to business majors. Content to be arranged.
Approval must be secured from Dean of the School prior to registration.
BUAD 296/496. Business Administration Study Tour 1 hour
A trip designed to acquaint the student with important large business centers and
facilities. Focus will be on financial, merchandising, advertising, and cultural
organizations. An additional fee will be required to cover travel expenses.
BUSINESS COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
BCPT 104. Business Software (A-4) 3 hours
A hands-on course designed to actively involve the student in the powerful capabilities
of word processing, database, and presentation software.
BCPT 105. Business Spreadsheets (A-4) 3 hours
An application course where students use spreadsheets to present business data. In a
hands-on environment a spreadsheet is the vehicle for classifying, summarizing,
analyzing, automating, and presenting data to enhance management's decision-making
capability.
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BCPT 314. Management Information Systems (A-4) 3 hours
Covers the use and effect of computer information processing in a business
environment with emphasis on management, the technical foundations of information
processing, the systems development life cycle, legal, security, and ethical issues,
database management, and artificial intelligence.
BCPT 245/345. Computer-Aided Publishing (A-4) 3 hours
This course is cross-listed with CPTE 245/345, School of Computing. A student may
receive credit for this course from only one school.
An introductory course in the use of the computer as an aid in publishing materials such
as newsletters, flyers, programs. The course gives training in the preparation of
camera-ready services using specialized desktop publishing software such as Aldus
PageMaker and Xerox Ventura to do page layout.
ECONOMICS
ECON 213. Survey of Economics (C-2) 3 hours
A course designed for the general education student. It provides an understanding of
the United States' mixed economy through a study of the market system, the role of
money, the government's fiscal policy, and the impact of the foreign sector. No credit is
available if ECON 224 or 225 has been taken. This course does not apply for credit to
a BBA or BS Business major.
ECON 224. Principles of Macroeconomics (C-2) 3 hours
A study of economics as it affects the national interest. Specific topics include total
employment, output and income, with inflation and recession, and with the variables
that influence these conditions. (Fall)
ECON 225. Principles of Microeconomics (C-2) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ECON 224, a high school economic class , or consent of instructor.
Analyzes specific market environments which influence business policy. Topics
include scarcity and choice, individual goods and markets, and the price mechanism
showing how it automatically directs the society's resources into the most desirable
uses. (Winter)
ECON 335. International Economics 3 hours
Prerequisites: ECON 224, 225
A study of the economic relationships between countries and the cooperation that is
necessary for stable economic world growth. Areas of study include international
trade, foreign exchange markets and rates, the balance of payments and the current
account. The functions of foreign central banks are examined. Current economic
events and problems are covered such as the European common currency. (Fall)
ECON/FNCE 452. Money and Banking 3 hours
Prerequisite: ECON 224
This course is cross-listed with FNCE 452. A student may receive credit for this course
from only one program.
Mediums of exchange, money and credit, banks and their services, the Federal
Revenue System, and other financial institutions are considered. (Winter)
FINANCE
FNCE 315. Business Finance 3 hours
Prerequisites: ACCT 221 -222.
A study of the fundamental principles of financial organization. Emphasis is on
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instruments of finance, policies of capitalization, problems pertaining to working capital,
and corporate expansion and reorganization. (Fall, Summer)
FNCE/ECON 452. Money and Banking 3 hours
Prerequisite: ECON 224
This course is cross-listed with ECON 452. A student may receive credit for this
course from only one program.
Mediums of exchange, money and credit, banks and their services, the Federal
Revenue System, and other financial institutions are considered. (Winter)
FNCE 455. Fundamentals of Investments 3 hours
A practical, as well as a theoretical, approach is taken for the potential investor of
institutional or personal funds through the use of problems, readings, and cases.
Topics covered will include stocks and bonds in the security market, real estate, and
fixed equipment investments. (Winter, odd years)
FNCE 461. Portfolio Management 3 hours
Prerequisite: FNCE 455 or permission of instructor.
A student may receive credit for this course from only one program.
Includes consideration of investment instrument choices that are available to the
investor and the purpose and operation of U.S. and global capital markets. The course
also covers the methods of evaluation for current and future investment opportunities in
the expansion of a portfolio of investments that satisfies an investor's risk-return goals.
FNCE/ACCT 464. Financial Statement Analysis 3 hours
Prerequisites: ACCT 312, 450; FNCE 455
This course is cross-listed with ACCT 564 in the MBA program. A student may receive
credit for this course from only one program.
A capstone class designed to synthesize financial information learned in previous
courses. Utilizing information from financial accounting and finance courses, students
analyze financial statements of various companies and make investing, lending, and
management decisions based on the information provided in those statements.
LONG-TERM CARE ADMINISTRATION
LTCA231. Certified Nursing Assistant 2 hours
Provides the training for and requires the passing of the Certified Nursing Assistant
Exam. The student will also study conflict management in the nursing home setting.
(Winter)
LTCA 431. General Administration of the Long-Term Care Facility 3 hours
Prerequisite: MGNT 464
Introduces the mission, values, organization, and strategies of nursing homes and other
organizations in the long-term care field and reviews their history and philosophy.
Applies the concepts of management to the areas of staffing, governance, operations,
and physical environment of the care facility. Reviews the regulations for licensing,
operating, and insuring various risks within the regulatory setting of the industry.
(Summer)
LTCA 432. Technological Aspects of Long-Term Care 3 hours
A detailed study of the technical aspects of long-term care administration. Their
relationship to other health care facilities in the total health care system, and technically
related medical relationships and services. A complete review of COBRA is also
included. (Summer)
LTCA 434. Financial Management of the Long-Term Care Facility 3 hours
Prerequisite: FNCE 31 5.
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A review of techniques and interpretation of financial information for management
decision-making in the long-term care facility. (Summer)
LTCA 435. Human Resource Management and
Marketing of the Long-Term Care Facility 3 hours
Prerequisite: M G N T 3 44
A study of the organization, training, motivation, and direction of employees with a view
to maintaining their productivity and morale at a high level. Selection, compensation,
financial incentives, work standards, and leadership are the topics that will be covered.
Marketing functions, problems, services, and competitive practices will also be covered.
(Summer)
LTCA 492. Long-Term Care Administration Internship 4-8 hours
The internship is a tailored program of 400-1000 clock hours of management training
experience in a long-term care facility approved by the University. The hours are
determined by the minimum required by the state in which the student wants to be
licensed. Two on-site visits by the program director will be arranged by the student.
Three reports must be submitted at each 100-hour interval: a written narrative
description of the experience, an intern's report form, and an administrator's report and
evaluation form. These are described in the Long-Term Care Internship Manual.
LTCA 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Individual research work open only to business majors. Content to be arranged.
Approval must be secured from Dean of the School prior to registration.
MANAGEMENT
MGNT 334. Principles of Management 3 hours
A study of basic business management including an analysis of business policies
viewed from the standpoint of the functional characteristics of the management process
and current ethics.
MGNT 344. Human Resource Management 3 hours
An introduction to the organization, training, motivation, and direction of employees with
a view to maintaining their productivity and morale at high levels. Among topics
covered are selection, training, compensation and financial incentives, work standards,
techniques of supervision and leadership. (Winter)
MGNT 354. Principles of Risk Management 3 hours
An introductory study in the field of risk management. Material covered includes
insurance categories of liability, property, health and life. The primary emphasis will be
on business applications, but some consideration will be given to the personal risk.
(Winter, even years)
MGNT 363. International Business 3 hours
A survey of the world environment of business including aspects of economics, cultures,
trade theories, governments, exchange and finances, multinational firms' strategies.
The impact on business operations of each of these is considered. (Fall)
MGNT 368. Multicultural Management 3 hours
Develops an understanding of the role and impact of cultural diversity in the workplace.
The course focuses on how multiculturalism influences the local and international
environments within which organizations operate, including economic, legal, and
political aspects; markets and business customs; dealing with foreign governments and
nationals; formulating, implementing, and evaluating cross-functional and cross-cultural
decision processes that enable an organization to achieve its objectives. (Winter)
MGNT 371. Principles of Entrepreneurship 3 hours
A study of the theory and practice of initiating a business venture and organizing the
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necessary resources. Provides an understanding of the risks and rewards associated
with entrepreneurship. Topics include start-up financing, marketing, risk management,
development and implementation of a business plan. (Fall)
MGNT 372. Entrepreneurial and Small Business Management 3 hours
Prerequisites: ACCT 1 03 or ACCT 221 -222.
Examines the principles and problems of operating a small business after it is
established. Topics covered include a procedural system for establishing a new
business, providing physical facilities, financing, organizing, marketing, and
managing ofthe small business. (Winter)
MGNT 376. Online Business Development 3 hours
Examines the starting and running of an Internet business. Components of the course
include idea screening, the business plan, the marketing plan, financing the start-up
costs of the business, legal form and requirements, distribution channels, business
growth, going public, and divestiture ofthe business. (Fall)
MGNT 410. Organizational Theory and Design 3 hours
Prerequisite: MGNT 334
A management capstone course for the development of thinking about organizations.
Missions, goals, strategies, and effectiveness are blended into learning about
organizational design as it is influenced by external realities. Students learn design
alternatives to create a fit between the strengths of the organization and its external
environment to achieve a sustainable competitive advantage. (Winter)
MGNT 420. Organizational Behavior 3 hours
Prerequisite: MGNT 334
Investigates the impact that individuals and groups have on values, attitudes, job
satisfaction, motivation, and how the resultant organizational structure and culture are
affected. The purpose of the course is the application of this knowledge toward
improving an organization's effectiveness. Students learn the dynamics of leadership
and management as they influence organizational behavior. (Fall)
MGNT 464. Business Strategies (W) 3 hours
Prerequisites: ACCT 222; BMKT 326; MGNT 334; FNCE 315.
A capstone course that integrates the functional business areas. It is designed to give
the student experience in strategic analysis and decision-making using the case
method. Students learn to identify, analyze, propose alternative solutions, and make
decisions about business strategy. Attention is given to matching organizational
resources to the external environment to achieve a strategic competitive advantage.
MGNT 491. Management Practicum 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Junior or senior status.
A practicum consists of supervised volunteer/work experience in related fields of
management on a part-time basis. The work may be done at various job sites. A
minimum of 50 clock hours of work experience is required for each semester hour of
credit. Note: A maximum of 3 credit hours of practicum and/or internship may apply
as an elective in the major.)
MGNT 492. Management Internship 1-3 hours
Prerequisites: Junior or senior status and school approval.
Students obtain on-the-job experience working under supervision in a management
position or a tailored program of management experience in a selected office or facility
on a full-time basis. All hours must be completed on one job site. A minimum of 100
clock hours of work experience is required for each semester hour of credit. (Note: A
maximum of 3 credit hours of practicum and/or internship may apply as an elective in
the major.)
MGNT 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Individual research work open only to business majors. Content to be arranged.
Approval must be secured from Dean ofthe School prior to registration.
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MGNT 497. Management Research 3 hours
Prerequisite: MGNT 334.
This course permits students to apply principles of research and statistical analysis of
data leading to the completion of a research project.
MARKETING
BMKT 326. Principles of Marketing 3 hours
A study of the nature and functions of marketing. Includes marketing institutions, basic
problems in the marketing of commodities and services, price policies, and competitive
practices.
BMKT 327. Consumer Behavior 3 hours
An analysis of the consumer decision-making process where behavioral science is
combined with marketing theory to enable the marketer to understand and predict
consumer behavior in the various stages of the buying decision. (Fall, odd years)
BMKT 328. Sales Management 3 hours
Prerequisite: BMKT 326.
An examination of the basic sales processes necessary to achieve organizational
objectives and the professional techniques used in the management of the sales force
ranging from planning-recruiting to day-to-day management. (Fall, even years)
BMKT 375. International Marketing 3 hours
Prerequisite: BMKT 326.
An exploration of the rapidly expanding world of international marketing. Topics
include joint ventures, partnerships, direct exporting, foreign subsidiaries, licensing,
contract manufacturing, and direct investment. Doing business across cultural and
national boundaries are examined in depth to gain an understanding of the nuances
necessary to be successful with an international marketing venture. (Fall)
BMKT 423. Promotional Strategy 3 hours
Prerequisite: BMKT 326.
An analysis of integrated marketing communications, with an emphasis on the role of
advertising, promotion, direct marketing, and public relations. Topics include setting
advertising objectives and budget, media strategy, creative strategy, and evaluating
promotional effectiveness. Focus is on the design and management of a complete
promotional strategy for an organization. (Winter, even years)
BMKT 424. Marketing Strategy 3 hours
Prerequisite: BMKT 326.
A case study approach to the solving of major marketing problems of various
organizations and the ability to formulate appropriate strategies in responding to the
presented case problems. (Winter, odd years)
BMKT 491. Marketing Practicum 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Junior or senior status.
A practicum consists of supervised volunteer/work experience in related fields of
management on a part-time basis. The work may be done at various job sites. A
minimum of 50 clock hours of work experience is required for each semester hour of
credit. (Note: A maximum of 3 credit hours of practicum and/or internship may apply
as an elective in the major.)
BMKT 492. Marketing Internship 3 hours
Prerequisites: Junior or senior status and school approval.
Students obtain on-the-job experience working under supervision at an ad agency,
marketing department, marketing research company, wholesaler, retailer, or company
sales department on a full-time basis. All hours must be completed on one job site.
A minimum of 1 00 clock hours of work experience is required for each semester hour of
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credit. (Note: A maximum of 3 credit hours of practicum and/or internship may apply as
an elective in the major.)
BMKT 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Individual research work open only to business majors. Content to be arranged.
Approval must be secured from Dean of the School prior to registration.
BMKT 497. Marketing Research 3 hours
Prerequisite: B M K T 3 2 6 .
A study of the role of research in marketing decision-making; research design,
implementation, and analysis and interpretation of research findings. Students will do
research for a real business organization, concluding with a research and marketing
recommendation report to the sponsoring organization. (Winter)
(A-2) (B-1) (C-1) (C-2) (G-1) (F-1) (F-2) (D-4) (W) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general
education requirements.
Chemistry
Chair: Rhonda Scott-Ennis
Faculty: Brent Hamstra, Bruce Schilling
Chemistry is the study of substances in our world, such as the food we
eat, the clothes we wear, the plastic containers that are used in so many
ways, the drugs that are an integral part of medicine, to name a few. A
major in chemistry can be your key to a rewarding and challenging career in
a wide variety of areas such as the basic sciences or industrial research,
pharmacology, toxicology, chemical engineering, forensic chemistry,
chemistry education, medical and paramedical careers. There are also many
business applications such as pharmaceutical and chemical sales, patent
research and patent law, marketing and consulting — to name just a few.
The B.S. degree in Chemistry is recommended in preparation for
graduate study leading to research oriented careers in chemistry,
professional applications of chemistry, or post-secondary education. The
B.S. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry emphasis, is recommended for
students preparing for careers in medicine or dentistry as well as graduate
study, research or teaching in biochemistry, molecular biology, or
biotechnology. The B.A. degree is the preferred degree for high-school
teaching, pre-paramedical fields, and some of the business applications.
MISSION STATEMENT
Within a Christian environment of learning, the Chemistry Department
seeks to provide undergraduate students with the knowledge and skills
necessary for distinguished professional performance in chemistry or other
fields that require a strong background in chemistry.
ASSESSMENT
To aid the chemistry department in evaluating teaching effectiveness,
nationally standardized tests prepared by the American Chemical Society are
administered at the end of each course for which an appropriate test is
available. Students majoring in chemistry are expected to achieve a
minimum score of 40 th percentile on these exams and achieve a grade of C
or above in the core chemistry courses. Students who score below the 40 th
percentile and passed the corresponding course will be given self-paced
instructional materials to strengthen areas of identified weakness.
All chemistry majors are required to take COMM 135 as part of their
general education program.
Major — B.A. Chemistry (30 hours)
Required Courses
Hours
Required Coqnates
Hours
CHEM 151-152
General Chemistry
8
MATH 181 Calculus I
3
CHEM 311-312
Organic Chemistry
8
MATH 182 Calculus II
4
CHEM 315
Analytical Chemistry
4
PHYS211-212 General Physics
6
CHEM 411
Physical Chemistry I (W)
4
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab
2
CHEM 485
Chemistry Seminar
1
CHEM 497
Intro to Research (W)
Chemistry Electives
1
4
NOTE: Some upper division courses are offered in alternate years; the
student should plan accordingly.
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Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Chemistry
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
CHEM151
General Chemistry
4
CHEM 152
General Chemistry
4
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
MATH 120
Precalculus Algebra
3
MATH 121
Precalculus Trigonometry
2
Area F
2
Area B, Religion
3
Minor
4
16
Minor
4
16
Major— B.S. Chemistry (40 Hours)
Required Courses
CHEM 151-
CHEM 31
CHEM 315
CHEM 321
CHEM 411
CHEM 485
CHEM 497
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■312
Hours
General C hem istry
Organic C hem istry
Analytical C hem istry 4
Instrum ental Analysis 4
Physical Chem istry (W )
C hem istry Sem inar 1
Intro to Research (W ) 1
C hem istry Electives 6
Required Cognates
MATH 181 ~"
MATH 1 82
MATH 315
PHYS 21 1-212
PHYS 213-214
PHYS 215-216
Calculus I
Calculus II
Dift Equations
General Physics
General Physics Lab
General Physics Calculus Appl
Hours
3
4
3
NOTE: Some upper division
student should plan accordingly.
courses are offered in alternate years; the
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Chemistry
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
CHEM 151
General Chemistry
4
CHEM 152
General Chemistry
4
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
MATH 181
Calculus I
3
MATH 182
Calculus II
4
Area B, Religion
3
Area F
3
Area C-1, History
3
16
Area Q-1, Rec Skills
1
15
Major — B.S. Chemistry, Biochemistry Emphasis (40 Hours)
Required Courses
CHEM 151-152 General Chemistry
CHEM 31 1-312 Organic Chemistry
CHEM 31 5 Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 341 ,342 Biochemistry
Hours
CHEM 343
CHEM 411
CHEM 485
CHEM 497
BIOL 412
Biochemistry Lab
Physical Chemistry (W)
Chemistry Seminar
Intro to Research (W)
Chemistry Electives
Cell & Molecular Biology
Required Cognates
Hours
8
BIOL 151,152
General Biology
8
8
BIOL 316
Genetics
4
4
MATH 181
Calculus I
3
6
MATH 182
Calculus II
4
1
PHYS 21 1-21 2
General Physics
6
4
1
1
3
4
PHYS 213-214
General Physics Lab
2
NOTE: Some upper division courses
student should plan accordingly.
are offered in alternate years; the
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Chemistry, Biochemistry Emphasis
1st Semester
Hours
CHEM 151
General Chemistry
4
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
BIOL 151
General Biology
4
Area B, Religion
3
Area G-1, Rec Skills
1
15
2nd Semester
CHEM 152
ENGL 102
BIOL 152
General Chemistry
College Composition
General Biology
Area C-1, History
Area F-2, Family Science
Hours
4
3
4
3
2
16
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Major — B.A. Chemistry, Teacher Certification (30 Hours)
Required Courses
CHEM 151-152 General Chemistry
CHEM 311-312 Organic Chemistry
CHEM 315 Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 341 Biochemistry
CHEM 411 Physical Chemistry I (W)
CHEM 485 Chemistry Seminar
CHEM 497 Intro to Research (W)
Hours
Required Cognates Hours
8
BIOL 151
General Biology 4
8
ERSC 105
Earth Science
4
OR 3
4
PHYS155
Descriptive Astronomy:
4
Creation and Cosmology
1
MATH 181
Calculus I 3
1
MATH 182
Calculus II 4
PHYS 21 1-212
General Physics 6
PHYS 213-214
General Physics Lab 2
RELT317
Issues in Physical Sci & Rlgn
OR 3
RELT 424
Issues in Natural Sci & Rlgn
It is strongly recommended that students complete a minor in mathematics or
physics. See the School of Education and Psychology for listing of professional
requirements (33 hours, listed on page 112) and general education requirements
(44-47 hours).
The student must apply for Initial Admission to the Teacher Education
Program (usually by the end of the sophomore year) after completing all
requirements as outlined under ADMISSION PROCEDURES in the School
of Education and Psychology section of the catalog. Initial admission is
required before the student can enroll in upper division education courses.
The student must also complete an application and all other requirements
for Admission to Student Teaching. Prior to the professional semester, the
student must take and pass the PRAXIS II licensure exam — both the
appropriate section of the Principles of Learning and Teaching, and the
particular specialty test(s) for the licensure area(s).
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Chemistry, Teacher Certification
1st Semester
Hours
CHEM 151
General Chemistry
4
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
BIOL 151
General Biology
4
PHYS 155
Descriptive Astronomy
3
RELT 138
Adventist Heritage
3
17
2nd Semester
Hours
CHEM 152
General Chemistry
4
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
PSYC 1 28
Developmental Psychology
3
EDUC 135
Intro to Education
2
EDUC 250
Technology in Education
2
HLED173
Health for Life
2
16
Endorsement for Teacher Certification (20 hours)
Required Courses
CHEM 151-152
CHEM 311-312
CHEM 341
"General Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Biochemistry
Hours
_4
20
Minor — Chemistry (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
CHEM 151-152 General Chemistry 8
*Chemistry Electives 10
*A minimum of six hours must be upper division
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CHEMISTRY
CHEM 1 1 1 . Survey of Chemistry I (E-2) 3 hours
Prerequisites: A course in high school algebra. A minimum Mathematics ACT score of
16 or a minimum grade of "C" in MATH 080 are also required.
A survey course designed to familiarize the student with the basic principles of
inorganic chemistry. Three hours of lecture each week. Does not apply to a major or
minor in Chemistry. (Fall, Summer)
CHEM 112. Survey of Chemistry II (E-2) 3 hours
Prerequisite: Successful completion of CHEM 111.
A survey course designed to familiarize the student with the basic principles of organic
and biochemistry. Three hours of lecture each week. Does not apply to a major or
minor in Chemistry.
CHEM 113. Survey of Chemistry Laboratory I (E-2) 1 hours
Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 111.
Laboratory material designed to illustrate the material in CHEM 111. Two and one-half
hours of laboratory each week. Does not apply to a major or minor in Chemistry. (Fall)
CHEM 114. Survey of Chemistry Laboratory II (E-2) 1 hour
Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 11 2.
Laboratory material designed to illustrate the material in CHEM 112. Two and
one-half hours of laboratory each week. Does not apply to a major or minor in
Chemistry. (Winter)
CHEM 115. Introductory Chemistry (E-2) 3 hours
Prerequisites: A course in high school algebra. A minimum Mathematics ACT score
of 1 6 or a minimum grade of "C" in MATH 080 are also required.
A course for elementary education majors that uses a "hands-on" approach to teach
the basic principles of chemistry (including the use of basic scientific instruments) and
the interrelationships among the other disciplines of science and technology. Does
not apply to a major or minor in Chemistry. (Winter)
CHEM 1 51 -1 52. General Chemistry (E-2) 4,4 hours
Prerequisites: High school chemistry and mathematics through high school Algebra II.
An introduction to the fundamental laws and accepted theories of chemistry. Areas to
be studied include stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure and bonding, states of
matter, equilibrium, kinetics, thermodynamics, acids and bases, oxidation-reduction
and electrochemistry, descriptive chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Three hours of
lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.
CHEM 311-312. Organic Chemistry 4,4 hours
Prerequisite: Completion of CHEM 1 52 with a grade of C- or higher.
Many of the fundamental functional groups of both aliphatic and aromatic compounds
are studied. Attention is given to spectroscopy, relative reactivities, reaction
mechanisms, and physical properties of these compounds. Laboratory experiments
acquaint students with basic organic chemistry laboratory techniques and illustrate
reactions that are discussed in lecture. Three hours of lecture and four hours of
laboratory each week.
CHEM 315. Analytical Chemistry 4 hours
Prerequisite: Completion of CHEM 1 52 with a grade of C- or higher.
A study of equilibria as it applies to analytical chemistry. Techniques of determinations,
sampling, handling of data, and the detailed chemistry involved are studied in terms of
quantitative determinations. Three hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory each
week. (Fall, alternate years)
CHEM 321. Instrumental Analysis 4 hours
Prerequisite: Completion of CHEM 31 5 with a grade of C- or higher.
A study of the theories, techniques, and instruments involved in spectrometry,
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chromatography, and electrochemistry. Three hours of lecture and four hours of
laboratory each week. (Winter, alternate years)
CHEM 341. Biochemistry I 4 hours
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 312 and BIOL 151 with a grade of C-
or higher or consent of instructor.
A study of the basic principles of the chemistry of living organisms. Topics presented
include the structure, properties, and functions of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins;
an introduction to bioenergetics; enzyme kinetics and mechanisms; carbohydrate, lipid,
and energy metabolism. Four hours of lecture each week. (Fall)
CHEM 342. Biochemistry II 2 hours
Prerequisite: Completion of CHEM 341 with a grade of C- or higher.
A continued study of the basic principles of the chemistry of living organisms. Topics
presented include the metabolism of proteins and nucleic acids and the regulation of
gene expression. Two hours of lecture each week. (Winter, alternate years)
CHEM 343. Biochemistry Laboratory 1 hour
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 315 and previous or concurrent
enrollment in CHEM 342.
An introduction to the fundamental techniques used in the study of biochemical
systems, including the separation and analysis of biological molecules, enzyme
kinetics, and metabolism studies. Four hours of laboratory each week. Requires
computer data analysis. (Winter, alternate years)
CHEM 41 1 . Physical Chemistry I (W) 4 hours
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 152, MATH 182, PHYS 212, with a
grade of C- or higher.
A study of the fundamental concepts of chemical thermodynamics, chemical equilibria,
properties of pure substances and mixtures, phase changes, kinetic theory, and
reaction kinetics and dynamics. This class is offered alternate years and is not open
to students who have taken PHYS 41 1 . Three hours of lecture and four hours of
laboratory each week. (Fall, alternate years)
CHEM 412. Physical Chemistry II 4 hours
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 152, MATH 315, PHYS 212, with a
grade of C- or higher.
An introduction to quantum chemistry. Areas to be studied include: wave mechanics;
boundary problems; the Schroedinger equation and its solution for one electron atoms
and extension to multielectron systems; chemical bonding; and atomic and molecular
spectroscopy. This class is offered alternate years and is not open to students who
have taken PHYS 41 2. Three hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory each week.
(Winter, alternate years)
CHEM 425. Advanced Organic Chemistry 3 hours
Prerequisite: Successful completion of CHEM 31 2 with a grade of C- or higher.
Compound types, reactions, and intermediates not considered in Organic Chemistry
will be studied. Once a sufficient background has been established, an introduction to
medicinal chemistry and synthesis of medicinal compounds will be studied. (Winter,
alternate years)
CHEM 465. Topics in Chemistry 1-4 hours
Selected topics presented in a formal classroom setting in specialty areas of chemistry
not covered in regular courses. May be repeated for credit for different topics.
CHEM 485. Chemistry Seminar 1 hour
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 312 and COMM 135.
An introduction to the use of chemical literature as a source of information. Oral and
written presentations are made on specific topics in chemistry. These presentations
must utilize Power Point and word processing skills and should be taken in the junior or
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CHEM 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Successful completion of CHEM 152.
A course emphasizing individual directed study by a student who wishes to explore an
area of chemistry not listed in the regular course offerings.
CHEM 497. Introduction to Research (W) 1-2 hours
Prerequisite: 20 hours of chemistry or permission of the instructor.
Individual research under the direction of the members of the staff. (This course should
be taken no later than the first semester of the senior year.) Prior to registration,
students are urged to contact all chemistry staff members about choice of available
projects. (Fall)
EDUCATION
EDUC 438. Curriculum and Content Methods/Chemistry 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. Pre- or co-requisite: CHEM 312.
Attention is given to national science education standards, methods and materials of
instruction, planning, testing, and evaluating student performance, the survey and
evaluation of textbooks, and the planning of laboratory experiments, including safety
considerations and waste disposal.
(E-2) (W) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general education requirements.
School of Computing
Dean: Jared Bruckner
Faculty: John Beckett, Rick Halterman, Timothy D. Korson, Eduardo Urbina,
Brian Willard
Software Technology Center
Director: Timothy D. Korson
Sales Manager: Dalton Athey
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Southern Adventist University's School of Computing is to
provide an exemplary Christian learning environment which enables
students to become Christian computing professionals, who, in addition to
being competent in their chosen profession, realize their responsibility to
God, church, family, employer, colleagues, and society.
MAJORS IN COMPUTING
The rapidly expanding field of computing continues to demand an
ever-increasing number of technically educated people. The type of
computer education needed also continues to shift. Computer graduates
this year will be taking jobs which were not even available when they entered
college four years ago. Southern Adventist University offers several
computer curricula designed to meet the needs of students desiring to enter
the computing field, but coming to the University with a wide-range of
interests and abilities.
The Bachelor/MSE program is offered for exceptional students who wish
to complete both the bachelor degree and the Master of Software
Engineering degree in as little as five years. Students desiring this option
should consult with the School of Computing early in their academic career.
After completing 96 semester credits (normally after six semesters), they
should apply for permission to take graduate courses for graduate credit.
Students receiving this permission must meet all the criteria for admission to
the graduate school and MSE program specified in the graduate catalog
except the one requiring an undergraduate degree. They will be limited to
six hours of graduate courses during each of the next two semesters.
During this fourth year, Bachelor/MSE students will still be undergraduate
students. Upon successful completion of at least nine hours of graduate
courses, the student may apply to and be accepted in the graduate school.
Bachelor/MSE students must complete all requirements for the bachelor
degree given in the undergraduate catalog as well as all requirements for the
Master of Software Engineering degree listed in the graduate catalog.
There will be no double crediting of courses; i.e., credit for a course will
either be counted for undergraduate credit or graduate credit, never both.
Students completing the Bachelor/MSE program may receive both the
bachelor degree and the Master of Software Engineering degree at the same
graduation.
The B.S. degree in computer science is designed to prepare for a wide
range of computing professions. Software engineers, software developers,
systems analysts, programmer/analysts, network engineers, database
administrators, and data specialists are among the professions considered
computer scientists. These computing professionals are distinguished by
the high level of theoretical expertise and innovation
they apply to complex problems and to the application of new technologies.
This curriculum follows the guideline for computer science degrees
developed by the ACM and IEEE, Curriculum 2001 .
The B.A. degree in computer science allows students to combine a
computing degree
with a minor or with a major in another academic area offering a
B.A., for instance
English, history, or music. This combination is useful in occupations such
as teaching high school.
The B.S. in computer information systems combines classes in computing
and systems management with classes in accounting, economics, and
business administration. With a few years experience graduates will be
equipped to manage a data processing department in a hospital, business,
or industry. This program follows the curriculum developed by ACM, AIS,
and AITP, IS '97.
The B.S. in computer systems administration is designed to prepare
graduates who will administer the complex computer systems and networks
now common in the business world. It requires a minimum of programming,
mathematics, and business courses, while concentrating on the technical
issues needed to administer and support modern network computing
systems and software.
ADMISSIONS
Admission to the School of Computing is required before graduation with
a major offered by the School of Computing. Declaration as a major is not
the equivalent of acceptance to the School of Computing. Minimum
requirements for admission to the School of Computing are:
1 . Acceptance to Southern Adventist University.
2. Complete general education: ENGL 101 and 102.
3 . Completion of 6 hours of computer courses
required in the major with a grade of "C"
or better.
4. Earned overall GPA of 2.25 or better.
Students pursuing a major offered by the School of Computing should
apply for admission at the end of the freshman year. Transfer students will
be considered for admission after completing 6 hours of major courses in
residence.
SCHOOL OF COMPUTING PROBATION
If a student's GPA falls below 2.25 in either the major or overall, the
student will be placed on School of Computing probation. If the GPA does
not improve to 2.25 by the end of one semester on probation, the student
must repeat courses in an effort to increase the GPA. The faculty of the
School of Computing must approve each probation student's course load
before the student may register.
ASSESSMENT
In the spring of the senior year all B.A. and B.S. students in computer
science will be required to take a written two-hour exam. The results of this
exam are used by the School's staff to evaluate class offerings as well as
program requirements.
SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGY CENTER
The Software Technology Center, a department of the School of
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Computing, allows students and faculty to work together in providing
commercial Web services. These services include web page design, site
design, web hosting, site effectiveness evaluation, site maintenance and the
construction of custom web software applications. Students from a variety
of majors utilize their skills in visual design, computer technology, and sales
at the Software Technology Center. Thus students are given the
opportunity to utilize principles and theories learned in the classroom in a
commercial environment as part of their student employment.
In addition, the Software Technology Center coordinates the internship
program of the School of Computing. This program encourages employers
to utilize the skills of our students in exciting and productive ways and
encourages students to take advantage of the opportunities these employers
provide. Currently the core of this effort is an innovative program called
Meet the Firms, which includes job fair events and Preparing to Meet the
Firms, a course that preps students for finding jobs. Most of the internships
are paid summer internships for which the student may also register to
receive academic credit.
NETWORK USAGE POLICY
AT SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY
Students must comply with the Network Usage Policy. See
http://is.southern.edu/
internet/policy. html A hard copy of the policy is available from ID Card Desk.
PROGRAMS IN COMPUTING
Major — Bachelor/M.S.E. Software Engineering (160 Hours)
Required Courses Hours Completion of the following required courses
Completion of a bachelor degree in any major 1 24 before the fourth year:
Completion of the requirements for the CPTR 124 Fundamentals of Programming 4
Master of Software Engineering 36 CPTR 215 Fundamentals of Softwr Design 4
(See Graduate Catalog) CPTR 220 Organization, Architecture and
Assembly Language 4
CPTR 318 Data Structures & Algorithms 3
CPTR 319 Database Management Systems 3
SENG 208 Intro to Software Engineering 3
Complete during or before the fourth year:
CPTR 365 Operating Systems 3
CPTR 405 Organization of Programming
Languages 3
Major — B.A. Computer Science (30 Hours)
Required Courses Hours Required Cognates Hours
CPTR 103 Intro to Computing 3 COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
CPTR 124 Fundamentals of Programming 4 MATH 181 Calculus I ~ 3
CPTR 215 Fundamentals of Software Design 4 MATH 215 Statistics 3
CPTR 220 Organization, Architecture, and MATH 280 Discrete Mathematical Structures 3
Assembly Language 4
CPTR 318 Data Structures & Algorithms 3
CPTR 319 Database Management Systems 3
CPTR 365 Operating Systems 3
CPTR 405 Organization of Programming Lang3
CPTR 485 Computer Science Seminar (W) 1
Computer Electives (CPTR, CPIS, 2
CPTE, SENG-1 must be UD)
Major — B.S. Computer Science (41 Hours)
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Required Co
CHI R 103
CHTR 124
CRTR215
CHTR 220
CRTR318
CRTR319
CHTR 365
CHTR 405
CHTR 485
Hours
3
4
Intro to Computing
Fundamentals of Rrogramming
Fundamentals of Software Design 4
Organization, Architecture, and
Assembly Language 4
Data Structures & Algorithms 3
Database Management Systems 3
Operating Systems 3
Organization of Programming Lang3
Computer Science Seminar (W) 1
Computer Electives (CPTR, SENG)1
(5 must be U.D.)
Required Cognates
COMM 135
Hours
3
Intro to Public Speaking
MATH 181 Calculus I ' 3
MATH 182 Calculus II 4
MATH 215 Statistics 3
MATH 280 Discrete Mathematical Structures 3
Choose one of the following:
MATH 200 Elementary Linear Algebra 2
MATH 315 Differential Equations 3
Choose one of the following two-semester
sequences with lab:
BIOL 151,152 Gen Biology I, II 8
CHEM 151, 152Gen Chemistry I, II 8
PHYS 21 1,212 Gen Physics/lab PHYS 213,214
Approved Science Elective 4
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. or B.S. Computer Science
1st Semest er
CPTR 103
CPTR 124
ENGL 101
Hours
Intro to Computing 3
Fundamentals of Programming 4
College Composition 3
Area C-1, History 3
Area B-1, Religion 3
2nd Semes ter
CPTR 215
CPTR 220
ENGL 102
Fund of Software Design
Organization, Architecture
& Assembly Language
College Composition
Math Cognate
Area G-1 Rec Skills
Hours
4
3
3
J.
15
Major — B.S. Computer Information Systems (41 Hours)
Required Co
CHI K 103
CPTR 124
CPIS210
CPIS220
CPIS315
CPTR 319
CPTR 327
CPTR 328
CPTR 485
CPIS430
CPIS435
SENG 208
rses Hours
Intro to Computing 3
Fund of Programming 4
Inform Tech Hardwr & Softwr 3
Applications Programming 3
Requirements&Systems Analysis3
Database Management Systems 3
User Interface Design 3
Princ of Networking 3
Computer Science Seminar (W) 1
Phys Design & Implementation 3
Project Mgmt & Practice 3
Intro to Software Engineering 3
Computer Electives 6
Required Cognates
CCT
BUAD 339
COMM 135
ECON
FNCE315
MATH 215
MGNT 334
^___ Hours
ACCI 221,222 Principles of Accounting 6
BCPT314 Mgmt Information Systems 3
(Recommended in sophomore yr)
Business Law 3
Intro to Public Speaking 3
Elective 3
Business Finance 3
Statistics 3
Principles of Management 3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Computer Information Systems
1st Semester
Hours
CPTR 103
Intro to Computing
3
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
Area C-1 , History
3
Area B-1 , Religion
3
15
2nd Semes ter
CPTR 124
ENGL 102
Fund of Programming
College Composition
Math Elective
Area F, Behav/Fam/Hlth Sci
Area E, Natural Science
Hours
4
3
3
3
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Major — B.S. Computer Systems Administration (44 Hours)
Required Courses
Hours
CPTR 103 Intro to Computing 3
CPTR 124 Fundamentals of Programming 4
CPTE212 Web Programming 3
CPTE218 PC Hdwr Repair and Upgrade 2
CPTE 223 Managing the Desktop 3
CPTE312 Webserver Administration 2
CPTE 316 Application Software Support 3
CPTR 319 Database Mgt Systems 3
CPTR 327 User Interface Design 3
CPTR 328 Principles of Networking 3
CPTE 432 Novell Network Admin 3
CPTE 434 Microsoft Network Admin 3
CPTE 442 Software Evaluation 2
CPTE 444 UNIX Systems Administration 3
CPTR 485 Computer Science Seminar (W) 1
Computer Elective 3
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Required Cognates Hours
BUAu 126 Intro to Business 3
COMM135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
JOUR 242 Intro to Web Design 3
MATH 120
Precalculus Algebra
3
MATH 215
Statistics
3
PSYC
Any 3 hr Psychology course
3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Computer Systems Administration
1st Semester
CPTR 103
COMM 135
ENGL 101
JOUR 242
Intro to Computing
Intro to Public Speaking
College Composition
Intro to Web Design
Area B-1, Religion
Hours
3
3
3
3
3
Minor — Computer Science
(18 Hours)
Required Courses
CPTR 103 Intro to Computing
CPTR 124 Fund ol Programming
CPTR 215 Fund ol Software Design
CPTR 318 Data Structures
UD Cptr Science Electives
Computer Science Electives
2nd Semester
CPTR 124
CPTE 223
ENGL 102
RELB125
Hours
Fundamentals of Programming
Managing the Desktop
College Composition
Life & Teachings
Area E, Natural Science
Minor — Computer Information
Systems (18 Hours)
Hours
Required Courses Hours
3
CPTR 103 Intro to Computing 3
4
CPIS115 Information Systems Theory
4
& Practice 3
3
CPIS210 Information Technology
3
Hardware & Software 3
1
CPIS 220 Applications Programming 3
CPIS315 Reqmnts & Systems Analysis 3
CPIS UD Elective 3
Minor — Computer Systems
Administration
Hours)
(18
Required C
OP1R 103
ourses Hours
Intro to Computing 3
CPTR 124
Fund of Programming 4
CPTE 218
PC Hdwr Repair & Upgrading 2
CPTE 223
Managing the Desktop 3
CPTE 316
Application Software Support 3
CPTE
UD Elective 3
INFORMATION SYSTEMS
CPIS 210. Information Technology Hardware and Software 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPTR 103; skills in using PC's, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, and
Database software.
Hardware: CPU architecture, memory, registers, addressing modes, busses, instruction
sets, multi processors versus single processors; peripheral devices: hard disks, CDS,
video display monitors, device controllers, input/output; operating systems functions
and types; operating systems modules: processes, process management memory and
file systems management; examples of hardware architectures; examples of operating
systems; basic network components, switches, multiplexers and media; installation and
configuration of multiuser operating systems. (Fall)
CPIS 220. Applications Programming (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: CPTR 124.
This course focuses on the design and implementation of business computing systems
utilizing a modern programming environment such as Visual Basic and/or Dephi.
(Winter)
CPIS 315. Requirements and System Analysis 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPIS 1 1 5, 220.
Requirements analysis. Object oriented analysis and design. Use of data modeling
tools. Emphasizes the factors for effective communications and integration with users
and user systems. It encourages interpersonal skill development with clients, users,
team members, and other associated with development, operation, and maintenance of
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the system. (Fall)
CPIS 430. Physical Design and Implementation 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPIS 31 5; CPTR 31 9.
Selection of client-server programming language environment; software construction;
structured, event driven and object oriented application design; testing; software quality
assurance; system implementation; user training; system delivery; post implementation
review; configuration management; maintenance; reverse engineering and
re-engineering. Both full client and thin-browser active server based approaches are
considered. (Winter)
CPIS 435. Project Management and Practice 3 hours
Prerequisite: CPIS 31 5; Co-requisite: CPTR 31 9 or CPIS 430.
Managing the system life cycle; requirements determination, logical design, physical
design, testing, implementation; system and database integration issues; network and
client-server management; metrics for project management and system performance
evaluation; managing expectations; superiors, users, team members and other related
to the project; determining skill requirements and staffing the project; cost-effectiveness
analysis; reporting and presentation techniques; effective management of both
behavioral and technical aspects of the project; change management. (Winter)
CPIS 265/465. Topics in Computer Information Systems 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
Topics selected from areas of computer information systems not covered in other
courses. May be repeated with permission.
CPIS 295/495. Directed Study in Computer Information Systems 1-3 hours
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and school dean.
Individual or group work adjusted to meet particular needs of computer information
systems students. Formal written report required. May be repeated for credit up to six
hours.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
CPTE 100. Computer Concepts (A-4) 1 hour
Important computer competencies including understanding how the history of
computers and the Internet can aide in our capability to prepare for future changes in
computing technology, the ability to appreciate the potential and limitations of
computers and the Internet, how to maintain a "healthy" personal computer system, and
how to use computers and the Internet safely, responsibly, and effectively.
CPTE 104. Introduction to Microcomputer Operating Systems (A-4) 1 hour
Limited to students with no computer background or permission of the instructor. It is
designed to introduce the student to the functions and features of DOS, Windows, and
UNIX as a preparation for other computer application courses. Some general
information about the hardware will be presented so students may feel less intimidated
about adding a new board to the computer or hooking up a new mouse. Students will
learn how to format disks, manipulate files, and use many utilities. Does not apply
toward a baccalaureate major or minor in computer science.
CPTE 105. Introduction to Word Processing (A-4) 1 hour
Prerequisite: A typing course or permission of instructor.
Word processing on a microcomputer including techniques for creating form letters, and
using an electronic dictionary to check spelling.
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CPTE 106. Introduction to Spreadsheets (A-4) 1 hour
Prerequisite: MATH 090 or 1 03 or Math ACT of 22.
A course using microcomputer spreadsheet programs. The most commonly used
functions will be described with simple lab problems.
CPTE 107. Introduction to Database (A-4) 1 hour
A course using microcomputers as electronic filing cabinets. Information retrieval,
report generation, adding, deleting, and updating information.
CPTE 108. Software Installation and Configuration 1 hour
Installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of different system and application
packages concentrating on current popular operating systems for the PC.
CPTE 109. Presentation Technology (A-4) 1 hour
An investigation of various presentation software packages and their use in making
effective presentations. General presentation design, graphics for presentations, use
of animation, video and sound in presentations, and display technology. Students will
design, create, enhance and use overheads, 35mm slides, outlines, speaker's notes,
audience handouts and electronic slide shows.
CPTE 110. Introduction to Web Development 1 hour
Web development using HTML. Designing and developing web sites using web site
creation software. Maintaining and updating web sites.
CPTE 205. Advanced Office Applications (A-4) 1 hour
Prerequisite: CPTE 1 05,1 06,1 07 or equivalent.
Advanced application topics such as creating on-screen forms, advanced table
techniques, using solver for complex problems, scenario management, importing data,
automating tasks with macros, using query wizards and action queries. Introduction to
using Visual Basic for Applications with documents, spreadsheets, and databases.
CPTE 212. Web Programming 3 hours
Pre- or co-requisite: JOUR 242 or CPTE 1 10 or permission of instructor.
Programming for the World Wide Web. Web architecture, languages, scripting tools,
HTML editors, Web design packages and authoring tools. (Fall)
CPTE 218. PC Hardware Repair and Upgrading 2 hours
Pre- or co-requisite: CPTR 1 03
This course focuses on the troubleshooting and repair of computing hardware. Use of
troubleshooting hardware and software. (Fall)
CPTE 223. Managing the Desktop 3 hours
Prerequisites: Skills in using PC's and Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Databases,
the Web, and presentation software.
This course focuses on the installation and management of popular computer operating
systems used on single user and networked workstations. Troubleshooting, repair,
and management. (Winter)
CPTE 245/345. Computer-Aided Publishing (A-4) 3 hours
Prerequisite: C P T E 1
This course is cross-listed with BCPT 245/345, School of Business and Management.
A student may receive credit for this course from only one school.
An introductory course in the use of the computer as an aid in publishing materials such
as newsletters, flyers, programs. The course gives training in the preparation of
camera-ready documents without conventional paste-up and typesetting services using
specialized desktop publishing software.
CPTE 249. CADD Mechanical I (A-4) 3 hours
Prerequisite: TECH 149 or equivalent.
An introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting. A study of the computer as an aid in
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drawing and design as it applies to technical, mechanical, architectural and electrical
fields using AutoCAD and CADKEY. Six periods of laboratory each week. Lecture as
announced by the instructor. (Winter)
CPTE 312. Web Server Administration 2 hours
Prerequisite: C P T E 2 1 2 .
Selection of web servers, technical architecture of web sites, security issues, electronic
commerce, management and maintenance of web servers. (Winter)
CPTE 316. Application Software Support 3 hours
Prerequisite: CPTE 223.
This course focuses on methods of mastering applications software in order to be able
to provide technical support. Practice in mastering a wide range of software
applications. Software troubleshooting. Interpersonal issues relative to giving support
to non-technical personnel. Mentoring and software training issues. (Fall)
CPTE 432. Novell Network Administration 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPTE 223; CPTR 328.
This course focuses on design, installation, and administration of networks using Novell
networking operating systems. (Fall)
CPTE 434. Microsoft Network Administration 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPTE 223; CPTR 328.
This course focuses on design, installation, and administration of networks using
Microsoft networking operating systems. (Winter)
CPTE 442. Software Evaluation 2 hours
Prerequisites: CPTE 223 and either CPTR 124 or CPIS 220.
This course focuses on methods for evaluating popular application software packages.
Performance and feature evaluation, reliability, usability, maintainability, security
issues, and licensing issues. (Fall)
CPTE 444. UNIX Systems Administration 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPTE 223 and CPTR 328.
Installation and management of UNIX operating systems in the business environment.
Use of common UNIX tools for the support and administration. Comparison of
common UNIX variants. (Winter)
CPTE 265/465. Topics in Computer Technology 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
Topics selected from areas of computer technology not covered in other courses. May
be repeated with permission.
CPTE 295/495. Directed Study in Computer Technology 1-3 hours
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and school dean.
Individual or group work adjusted to meet particular needs of technical computer
support students. Formal written report required. May be repeated for credit up to six
hours.
COMPUTER SCIENCE
CPTR 103. Introduction to Computing (G-1) 3 hours
A comprehensive introduction to the many areas of computing, including algorithmic
problem solving, computer organization, and information systems. Introduction to the
key issues and concepts throughout the field. Social and ethical issues in computing.
CPTR 124. Fundamentals of Programming (G-1) 4 hours
Prerequisite: Math ACT >=22 or MATH 090 or permission of instructor.
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Control structures, data types, data representation, compiling, debugging, modularity,
and standard programming algorithms are introduced, using an object oriented
language. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.
CPTR 215. Fundamentals of Software Design (G-1) 4 hours
Prerequisite: CPTR 124.
Introduction to software design methods. Elementary data structures. Development
of reliable, modifiable programs. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory
each week.
CPTR 220. Organization, Architecture and Assembly Language 4 hours
Prerequisite: CPTR 124.
Basic machine organization and architecture. Processor components, instruction sets,
memory types and hierarchy. Introduction to data representation, instruction formats,
addressing techniques, and assembly language. Three hours of lecture and three
hours of laboratory each week. (Winter)
CPTR 318. Data Structures and Algorithms 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPTR 215; MATH 120 or equivalent.
Advanced data structures including heaps, hash tables, height-balanced trees, and
graphs. Techniques for data abstraction. Algorithms that have application in many
areas of computer science including searching, sorting, and graph algorithms.
Recursive algorithms. Analysis of algorithms including time and space complexity
analysis. Criteria for choosing data structures and algorithms. (Fall)
CPTR 319. Database Management Systems 3 hours
Prerequisite: CPTR 318, CPIS 315 orCPTE 212.
Introduction to database management systems, including data modeling, query
languages and processing, database design, data integrity and security. Issues
related to distributed database systems, object oriented database systems, and legacy
database systems are also discussed. (Winter)
CPTR 327. User Interface Design 3 hours
Prerequisite: CPIS 220 or CPTR 124.
Applying the basic principles of human-computer interaction to the design of computer
interfaces. Analysis of interface design and system integration problems.
Comparison of standard graphical user interfaces (GUI) and application of guidelines
for window, menu, and other dialogue techniques. Evaluate usability and compare
interface design methodologies. (Fall)
CPTR 328. Principles of Networking 3 hours
Prerequisite: CPTR 103.
Principles and issues related to computer networking and data communications.
Network topologies, network protocols, network models, routing, congestion control,
Internet working, security and privacy. (Fall)
CPTR 365. Operating Systems 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPTR 220, 318.
Detailed study of operating system concepts. Process management, scheduling, time
slicing, concurrency, mutual exclusion, semaphores, resource management, memory
mapping, virtual systems, mass storage, file systems, and security. Case studies of
operating systems. (Winter)
CPTR 366. Microcomputer Construction 3 hours
Prerequisite: CPTR 220.
A class with a large lab component. The students will assemble on a plug-board a
complete working microcomputer. The class will cover the information necessary to
design a microprocessor based computer with static or dynamic memory, ROM,
interrupts, DMA, and various types of I/O. Reading manufacturers specifications and
working within the timing parameters is an important part of the course.
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CPTR 405. Organization of Programming Languages 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPTR 21 5, 220. Recommended CPTR 31 8.
Computer language definition via formal syntax and semantics. Design and
implementation issues of features found in most programming language but including
some features found only in modern programming languages. Programming language
paradigms. (Fall)
CPTR 415. Compiler Construction 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPTR 405; MATH 280.
Principles and techniques of lexical analysis, parsing, semantic analysis, code
generation, and optimization. Students will be required to design and implement a
functional compiler for a given programming language. (Winter, even numbered
years)
CPTR 418. Artificial Intelligence 3 hours
Prerequisite: CPTR 31 8.
Search techniques and methods of knowledge representation. Application to areas
such as planning, learning, expert systems, neural networks, intelligent agents, natural
language processing, image processing, and speech recognition. Introduction to the
languages used in Al. (Fall, even numbered years)
CPTR 425. Computer Graphics 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPTR 318; MATH 182. Recommended: MATH 200.
This course teaches the principles of generating graphical images on a computer with
an emphasis on the underlying mathematical theory and its programming
implementations. Topics include graphics primitives, windowing techniques, clipping,
2-D and 3-D transformations, projections, 3-D viewing techniques, cubic interpolating
and approximating curves, bicubic 3-D surface patches, fractal curves and surfaces,
hidden line and surface removal, shading, surface mapping, ray tracing, animation
techniques. (Fall, odd numbered years)
CPTR 430. Algorithms 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPTR 318; MATH 1 81 , 280.
Techniques for the design and analysis of algorithms, especially divide-and-conquer,
greedy, and dynamic programming algorithms. Computational complexity and analysis
of particular algorithms of practical or theoretical importance in computer science.
(Fall, even numbered years)
CPTR 442. Theory of Computation 3 hours
Prerequisites: CPTR 318; MATH 280.
Formal models of computation such as finite state automata, push-down automata and
Turing machines. Formal languages. Computability and complexity theory along with
the practical implications of theoretical results. (Winter, odd numbered years)
CPTR 265/465/565. Topics in Computer Science 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
Topics selected from areas of computer science not covered in other courses. Possible
topics include: neural networks, information retrieval, distributed computing, advanced
compiler design, computer architecture, advanced operating systems, systems
programming, visualization of data, computer simulation, and parallel computing. May
be repeated with permission.
CPTR 485. Computer Science Seminar (W) 1 hour
Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission of instructor.
Written and oral reports are made on specific topics treated in current computer
science literature. Resume writing, interviewing, application to graduate school, GRE
testing, witnessing on the job and at graduate school are also discussed. A
comprehensive assessment exam will be taken as a class requirement.
CPTR 295/495. Directed Study in Computer Science 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and school dean.
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Individual or group work adjusted to meet particular needs of computer science
students. Formal written report required. May be repeated for credit up to six hours.
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
SENG 208. Introduction to Software Engineering 3 hours
Prerequisite: CPTR 215 or CPIS 225.
Techniques for the management, development and maintenance of large complex
software systems. Life cycle issues, requirements and domain analysis, architecture
and detail design, implementation, testing, and quality assurance. Team projects.
(Fall)
SENG 265/465. Topics in Software Engineering 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
Topics selected from areas of software engineering not covered in other courses. May
be repeated with permission.
SENG 292/492. Software Technology Internship 1-3 hours
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and school dean.
Individual or group work in current software technologies. May be repeated for credit
up to six hours.
SENG 295/495. Directed Study in Software Technology 1-3 hours
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and school dean.
Individual or group work adjusted to meet particular needs of computing students.
Formal written report required. May be repeated for credit up to six hours.
(A-4) (G-1) (W) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general education requirements.
School of Education
and Psychology
Dean: Alberto dos Santos
Faculty: Krystal Bishop, Charles D. Burks, Myrna Colon, Gerald Colvin,
Denise Dunzweiler, Jon Green, Leona Gulley, Carole Haynes, Cathy
Olson,
Carleton Swafford, Penny Webster, Ruth WilliamsMorris
Adjunct Faculty: Robert Benge, Robert Coombs, Danny Gaddy, Jean
Lomino,
David Mathi, Bonnie Mattheus, Ben Roy, John Swafford, Alice
Voorheis
Teacher Education Council: Alberto dos Santos, Chair
PRAXIS II PASS RATE
The completers of the Teacher Education Program at Southern have
achieved a 98% pass rate in the Praxis II licensure exams for 2001-02,
compared to 92% state-wide.
PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES
The School of Education and Psychology subscribes to the philosophy
that man was created in the image of God but as a result of willful
disobedience sin has marred his God-given attributes and divine likeness.
This philosophy recognizes that the object of education is also the object of
redemption — to restore in man the image of his maker and bring him back to
the perfection in which he was created. Thus the work of redemption is also
the work of education, involving the development of the whole
person — physical, mental, spiritual, and social.
The teacher education and psychology programs in the unit are founded
upon the basic assumption that there is a body of information, research, and
practice that make up the knowledge base for the teaching profession and
that acquisition of this knowledge is a significant part of teachers' and
psychologists' preparation.
STATEMENT OF MISSION
The mission of the School of Education and Psychology at Southern
Adventist University is to prepare professional educators and psychologists
at both undergraduate and graduate levels who can function effectively in a
culturally pluralistic society and who are dedicated to assisting individuals in
reaching their maximum potential in service to God and humanity.
The School of Education and Psychology is approved by the Tennessee
State Board of Education for the preparation of secondary and elementary
teachers accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher
Education (NCATE) and by the Accrediting Association of Seventh-day
Adventists Schools, Colleges and Universities, Inc.
GRADUATE DEGREES
The School of Education and Psychology offers two Master of Science
degrees:
1 . Master of Science in Education (five emphases)
a. Curriculum and Instruction
b. Educational Administration and Supervision
c. Inclusive Education
d. Multiage Teaching
e. Outdoor Teacher Education
2. Master of Science in Counseling (three emphases)
a. Community Counseling
b. Marriage and Family Therapy
c. School Counseling
Degree requirements are described in a separate Graduate Catalog,
available by writing to the School of Education and Psychology.
UNDERGRADUATE PSYCHOLOGY DEGREES
BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE IN PSYCHOLOGY
Undergraduate programs in psychology are pre-professional in that they
are designed to introduce students to a wide knowledge base in the field and
to prepare students for further training and education in specialized fields of
psychology. The B.A. degree in Psychology is recommended for students
who desire to become psychologists and who are planning to gain
admissions into graduate programs in specific areas of psychology. In
addition, this degree is also recommended for students who desire to
combine psychology with another academic emphasis such as medicine,
law, dentistry, or business.
Major — B.A. Psychology (32 Hours)
Major ' 32
Cognates 12
Minor 18
General Education 62-68
TOTAL 124-130
Required Cognates Hours
BIOL 424 Issues of Natural Science & Religion 3
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
CPTE 1 05 Intro to Word Processing 1
CPTE106 Intro to Spreadsheets 1
CPTE 107 Intro to Database 1
RELT 373 Christian Ethics 3
Required Courses Hours
PSYC 124 Intro to Psychology 3
PSYC128 Developmental Psychology 3
PSYC 297 Research Design & Stats I (W) 3
PSYC315 Abnormal Psychology 3
PSYC 346 Intro to Personality Theories 3
PSYC 357 Psychological Testing 3
PSYC 377 Fund of Counseling (W) 3
PSYC 415 Hist & Sys of Psychology (W) 2
PSYC 490 Psychology Seminar 1
PSYC 491 Psychology Practicum 2
PSYC 497 Research Design & Stats II (W) 3
PSYC Psychology Electives 3
*Six (6) hours of foreign language are required for this major. Students with 2 units of high school foreign
language can complete this degree in 124 semester hours. Students without 2 units of high school
foreign language can complete this degree program in 130 semester hours.
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Psychology
1st Semester
PSYC 124 Intro to Psychology
College Composition
LD Religion
101
ENGL
REL
HIST
LIT/MUS/
ART
PEAC 225
LD History
LD Lit, Music/Art Appr or
Foreign Language
Fitness for Life
Hours
2nd Semester
3
PSYC 128
Developmental Psychology
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
HIST
LD History
3
LIT/MUS/
LD Lit, Music, Art Appr or
ART
Foreign Language
3
CPTE 105
Intro to Word Processing
1
CPTE 106
Intro to Spreadsheets
16
CPTE 107
Intro to Data Base
Hours
3
3
3
3
1
1
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN PSYCHOLOGY
Undergraduate programs in psychology are pre-professional in that they
are designed to introduce students to a wide knowledge base in the field and
to prepare students for further training and education in specialized fields of
psychology. The B.S. degree in psychology is recommended for students
who desire to become psychologists and who are planning to gain
admissions into graduate programs in specific areas of psychology. This
degree allows the student to take more major courses resulting in 45
required hours in psychology. No foreign language is required for this
major. However, a foreign language is encouraged as an elective or a
general education course.
Major — B.S. Psychology (45 Hours)
Major 45
Cognates 1 5
General Education 64
TOTAL 1 24
Required C
ourses Hours
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology 3
PSYC 128
Developmental Psychology 3
PSYC 224
Social Psychology 3
PSYC 297
Research Design and Stats I (W) 3
PSYC 315
Abnormal Psychology 3
PSYC 346
Personality Theories 3
PSYC 357
Psychology Testing 3
PSYC 377
Fundamentals of Counseling (W) 3
PSYC 415
History & Systems of Psyc (W) 2
PSYC 465
Topics 3
PSYC 490
Seminar 1
PSYC 491
Practicum 2
PSYC 497
Research Design and Stats II (W) 3
Psychology Electives 10
Required Cognates
BTOL387
BIOL 424
COMM 135
CPTE105
CPTE 106
CPTE107
RELT 373
Animal Behavior
Issues of Nat Sci/Rel
Intro to Public Speaking
Intro to Word Processing
Intro to Spreadsheets
Intro to Database
Christian Ethics
Hours
3
3
3
1
1
1
3
The following courses may also be selected as electives:
PSYC 217 Psyc Foundations of Educ 2
PSYC 230 Prin and Application of Cog Dev 2
PSYC 240 Psyc of Exception Child S Youth 2
PSYC 336 Language Acquisition & Deve 2
PSYC 356 Classroom Assessment 2
PSYC 421 Behavior Mgm1— Elementary 2
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Psychology
1st Semester Hours
PSYC 124 Intro to Psychology
ENGL 101 College Composition
RELLD Religion
HIST LD History
LIT/MUS/ Literature, Music/Art Appr or
ART Foreign Language
PEAC 225 Fitness for Life
3
3
3
3
3
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Minor — Psychology (18 Hours)
Required Courses
PSYC 124 [rrtro"to Psychology
PSYC 128 Developmental Psychology
Hours
3
3
2nd Seme ster
PSYC 128
CPTE 105
CPTE 106
CPTE 107
ENGL 102
HIST
LIT/MUS/
ART
PEAC
PSYC
tJevelopmental Psychology
Intro to Word Processing
Intro to Spreadsheets
Intro to Database
College Composition
LD History
Literature, Music/Art Appr or
Foreign Language
LD Physical Education
Hours
3
1
1
1
3
3
3
_L
16
Electives 12
(6 hours must be upper division)
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ASSESSMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY MAJORS
During their last academic year in the undergraduate program, students
are required to write a major position paper that demonstrates their
knowledge of and application of various issued in the field of psychology.
This major paper is part of a capstone course, History and Systems of
Psychology, which takes a comprehensive view of the field of psychology.
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES IN TEACHER EDUCATION
Objectives of the Teacher Education Program
The goal of the Teacher Education Program is to nurture the development
of the wholistic teacher. This goal is reflected in the conceptual framework,
a goal in which we seek to provide opportunities for the candidate to become
effective in the following roles: (a) a caring person, (b) an informed facilitator
of learning, (c) a reflective decision maker, (d) a committed professional.
Southern Adventist University has approved teacher certification
programs at four levels:
K-8 Elementary Education
B.A. in Psychology Leading to Licensure
B.A. in Language Arts Leading to Licensure
5-8 Middle School Education
B.S. in Math and Science Leading to Licensure
B.S. in Outdoor Education Leading to Licensure
K-12 Secondary Education
B.Mus. In Music Education
B.S. in Physical Education/Health
7-12 B.A. in Biology Education
B.A. in Chemistry Education
B.A. in English Education
B.A. in History Education
B.A. or B.S. in Mathematics Education
B.A. in Physics Education
B.A. in Religious Education
*B.A. in French Education
*B.A. in Spanish Education
"Pending approval by the State of Tennessee
ADMISSION PROCEDURES
Admission to Southern Adventist University does not automatically admit
the student into teacher education . There are three stages that students
must go through to be fully accepted in the Teacher Education Program.
A. Initial Admission to the Teacher Education Program
Each student accepted at Southern Adventist University who indicated
that teaching is his/her professional objective is assigned an educational
program adviser by the advisement coordinator in the Records Office. The
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advisers assist
in planning a student's academic program each year and guide their
advisees through the stages of the Teacher Education Program. Advisers
and advisees should work closely to follow the professional sequence of
courses.
Students assume responsibility for making necessary applications,
meeting the
requirements, and other relevant deadlines.
At the time of a student's Initial Admission to the Teacher
Education Program, the current and subsequent catalogs will
determine the requirements for completion of the program and
graduation. Deviations to this policy will be valid only if mandated
by the North American Division and/or the State of Tennessee
Department of Education.
NOTE: Courses with grades lower than "C in the major studies
or professional education must be repeated.
The student must apply for Initial Admission to the Teacher Education
Program (usually by the end of the sophomore year) after completing all
requirements as outlined below. Initial admission is required before the
student can enroll in upper division education courses. The following
criteria are required for each applicant.
1 . Be in residence at the University
2. Show evidence of physical, mental, spiritual and moral fitness
3. Possess an overall grade point average of 2.75 or above
4. Have successfully completed EDUC 135 Introduction to
Elementary Education or EDUC 136 Introduction to Middle and
Secondary Education, and ENGL 101 and 102 with a grade of C
or higher
5. Possess an enhanced ACT/SAT composite score of 22 OR have
passed all three sections of the PRAXIS I (Pre-Professional Skills
Test) which is the entrance competency test required by the State
of Tennessee. The ACT composite score of 22 or above will
EXEMPT the PPST
6. Have submitted a formal application which includes a short
autobiography in the student's own handwriting containing
anecdotal information on why s/he decided to pursue a career in
teaching
7. Have obtained recommendations from the Vice President of
Student Services and the student's academic adviser as part of
the application process
8 . Have presented a beginning
professional portfolio to the Teacher
Education Faculty
1 . Have successfully completed an initial
interview with the Teacher Education
Faculty
9. Have signed a felony statement as part
of the interview process
Applications meeting the above criteria are approved by the
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School of Education and Psychology Faculty and recommended to
the Teacher Education Council. The student will be informed in
writing as to the status of the application for admission following the
action of the Teacher Education Council.
Candidacy and Retention in Teacher Education
After the applicant has been admitted to the Teacher Education
Program, his/her progress will be reviewed by the Candidacy Committee,
consisting of the adviser, a departmental/school representative, and one
elementary or secondary teacher. As a teacher candidate, the applicant
will be given an opportunity to interact with the Candidacy Committee in
a non-threatening atmosphere. During the interview the candidate can
strengthen his/her commitment to teaching or express his/her concerns
and questions about the teaching profession.
Retention in the teacher education program is contingent on
successful completion of courses attempted and maintenance of the
academic standard required for initial admission to the program. Teacher
candidates are expected to maintain consistent personal representation
of the standards and objectives of Southern Adventist University and the
teacher education program.
Authorization to do Student Teaching
After acceptance into the Teacher Education Program and before
the first semester of the senior year, the teacher candidate must file a
formal application with the faculty of the School of Education and
Psychology for authorization to do student teaching. Application forms
may be obtained from the School secretary in Summerour Hall. A late
application may delay the student teaching experience. Student
teaching is regarded as the culminating experience of the Teacher
Education Program.
NOTE: Prior to the professional semester, the student must
take and pass the PRAXIS II licensure exam — both the
appropriate section of the Principles of Learning and Teaching,
and the particular specialty test(s) for the licensure area(s).
The following criteria are required for each applicant:
1 . Completion of all professional education courses
2. Cumulative GPA of 2.75
Major Studies GPA of 2.75
Professional Education GPA of 2.75
3. No grade lower than a C in the major studies and the
professional education courses will be acceptable
4. Evidence of good physical and mental health
5. Adherence to standards and objectives of Southern Adventist
University and the Teacher Education Council
6. Formal application for student teaching at least one
semester in advance
7. Completion and passing of PRAXIS II examinations
8. Proof of current certification in First Aid/CPR
9. Completion of a student teaching interview
1 0. Presentation of the on-going professional portfolio as
part of the interview process
1 1 .Signed felony statement in file
12. Approval of the Education and Psychology faculty
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13 . Approval of the Teacher Education
Council
Teacher candidates who meet the above criteria are approved by the
School of Education and Psychology Faculty and recommended to the
Teacher Education Council. Candidates are informed in writing as to the
status of their application following the action of the Teacher Education
Council.
ADVISEMENT
The major goal of the advisement process is to orient the teacher
candidate with the total teacher education program, with major emphasis on
its three components, namely, general education, professional education,
and major studies. This is accomplished by the academic adviser as s/he
interacts with his/her advisees during advisement sessions.
APPEAL PROCEDURES
Criteria and standards for admission to teacher education are explicit, but
allow for second chance attempts. Courses may be repeated to raise GPA or
students may follow the Grievance Procedures found under Academic
Policies (page 44). Also, students who do not meet all the criteria required to
do Student Teaching may appeal to the Teacher Education Council. Any
applicant who determines to follow this alternative policy must seek counsel
from the Dean of the School of Education and Psychology.
TEACHER LICENSURE
Licensure and certification are synonymous terms for the process of
granting legal authorization to teach in the public or private elementary or
secondary schools of a state or of the Seventh-day Adventist Church based
on meeting predetermined qualifications. Certification has been established
to give professional status to qualified teachers and to assure school boards
and parents that the teacher is well prepared.
WHO CAN OBTAIN CERTIFICATION?
Every student who successfully completes the requirements for teaching
in the elementary, middle, or secondary school and graduates from Southern
Adventist University will receive recommendation for certification based upon
the following criteria:
A. Successful completion of student teaching assignments
B. Satisfactory completion of all credential requirements
C. Recommendation of major departments/schools
D. Passing scores on the following PRAXIS II Examinations:
(1) Principles of Learning and Teaching, and (2) appropriate specialty
area(s)
Certification is not automatic. The eligible candidate must make the
necessary application to the Southern Union Conference, and to any other
appropriate union conference for denominational certification; and to the
State of Tennessee and to any other specific state department of education
where the candidate expects to teach. Information regarding certification is
available through the Southern Adventist University certification officer. Since
teacher certification regulations are always in the process of change,
graduating teacher education candidates are urged to make their
applications for certification immediately. If the candidate does not make
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application within two years for denominational certification, or within three
years for Tennessee State certification, s/he will have to take additional
courses before certification can be issued.
WHAT CERTIFICATES MAY BE OBTAINED?
A. Initial Certificate (Tennessee)
A certificate is issued on the basis of a minimum of a Bachelor's
Degree with a major in at least one subject teaching field and the
completion of an approved teacher education program. Passing
scores on the following PRAXIS II Examinations: (1) Principles of
Learning and Teaching, and (2) appropriate specialty area(s) must be
obtained.
B. Basic Certificate (SDA denominational)
Required by the Department of Education of the North American
Division of Seventh-day Adventists. This three-year denominational
certificate is issued on the basis of completing the following courses
in addition to the above requirements:
RELT 255 Christian Beliefs 3 hours
RELT 138 Adventist Heritage 3 hours
RELB Biblical Studies 3 hours
REL Upper division religion elective 3 hours
HLED 173 Health for Life 2 hours
PSYC 128 Developmental Psychology 3 hours
REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATION
Candidates for state certification must complete the appropriate teacher
preparation curriculum. This consists of three components: general
education, professional education, and major studies.
A. General Education:
This component represents that portion of the total teacher
education program designed to foster the development of those
competencies that are basic to all life's responsibilities and provide
intellectual foundation in the liberal arts. Students pursuing a
teacher education curriculum must work closely with their advisers
for guidance in the selection of general education courses that are
appropriate to their individual needs. Relevant courses are listed in
this catalog under the seven main areas of the general education
requirements, pages 27-32.
B. Professional Education:
Elementary : The courses for the two elementary programs are
included with the degree requirements listed on pages 114-115 of
this catalog.
Middle: The courses for the two middle school programs are
included with
degree requirements listed on pages 1 1 6-1 1 7 of this catalog.
Secondary : The following courses are required for secondary
teaching certification. In order to be eligible for certification, students
must have a minimum grade point average of 2.75 in the major,
professional education, and cumulative areas.
PSYC 128 Developmental Psychology 3 hours
EDUC 136 Introduction to Middle & Secondary Education 2 hours
EDUC 217 Psychological Foundations of Education 2 hours
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EDUC 240 Education for Exceptional Children and Youth 2 hours
EDUC 250 Technology in Education 2 hours
EDUC 325 Philosophy of Christian Education (W) 2 hours
EDUC 356 Classroom Assessment 2 hours
EDUC 422 Behavior Management — Secondary 2 hours
EDUC 434 Reading in the Content Areas 2 hours
EDUC 437 Curriculum and General Methods, Grades 7-12 1 hour
EDUC 438 Curriculum and Content Methods, Grades 7-12 1 hour
EDUC 468 Enhanced Student Teaching 7-12 or
EDUC 469 Enhanced Student Teaching K-12 12 hours
TOTAL HOURS 33 hours
Major Studies:
Major studies requirements: Preparation for teaching in the
elementary school requires a B.A. in Psychology leading to licensure
K-8, B.A. in Language Arts leading to licensure K-8; preparation for
teaching in the middle school requires a B.S. in Math and Science
leading to licensure 5-8, or a B.S. in Outdoor Education leading to
licensure 5-8. See program descriptions on pages 114-117 of this
catalog.
The following departments/schools offer majors that can be
combined with professional education courses resulting in licensure
to teach:
Biology
Chemistry
Education & Psychology
English
History
Mathematics
'Pending state approval
*Modern Languages
(French and Spanish)
Music
Physical Education & Health
Physics
Religion
Students are to complete the degree requirements as specified by
their chosen major plus the professional education courses as listed
under B above.
D. Miscellaneous Information Relative to Teacher Training:
1. Because of time commitments during the student teaching
experience, it is expected that any student entering student
teaching will have completed all other courses.
2. Correspondence credit will be accepted to the extent of one-fourth
of the credit required for the certificate provided that no more than
four semester hours in education are applied on the professional
education requirement. If personal circumstances demand a
correspondence course, a petition must be filed with the School of
Education and Psychology and its approval obtained before
registering for the course. The course must be completed and the
grade filed in the Records and Advisement Office before student
teaching is begun.
3. For SDA Certification a major is not always required for additional
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endorsements; however, a minor may be acceptable in some
disciplines as a second field endorsement area.
Students should contact the School of Education and Psychology
for information on specific requirements in the area(s) of
endorsement sought.
NOTE: The Teacher Education Program at Southern Adventist
University is constantly being refined to meet any and all
North American Division, NCATE, and/or State of
Tennessee's changing and mandated licensure requirements
for teacher preparation. As a result, changes may occur in
the course offerings and in the program requirements for
students preparing to become teachers.
Teacher education students must meet any and all such
additional requirements mandated by NAD, NCATE, or the
State of Tennessee, even though such changes may not be
listed in the Teacher Education programs in the particular
catalog under which the student entered, and students
should stay in contact with the School of Education and
Psychology to be aware of any changes that may affect them.
DEGREES FOR ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE TEACHING LICENSURE
Major — B.A. Psychology (39 Hours)
Leading to Licensure K-8
Major 39
General Education 57-63
Professional Education 32
TOTAL 128-134
While this degree program is open to anyone, it is required for all those
who desire to psychology emphasis and wish to teach lower elementary
grades.
Required Courses Hours Required Courses, continued Hours
EDUC 325 PTTFTof Christian Educ (W) 2 PSYC315 Abnormal Psychology 3
EDUC 330 Library Materials for Children 2 PSYC 336 Lang Acquisition & Development 2
PSYC 124 Intro to Psychology 3 PSYC 356 Classroom Assessment 2
PSYC 128 Developmental Psychology 3 PSYC 377 Fund of Counseling (W) 3
PSYC 217 Psyc Foundations of Education 2 PSYC 421 Behavior Management— Elem 2
PSYC 230 Prin & Appl of Cognitive Devel 2 PSYC 422 Adolescent Psychology 3
PSYC 240 Psyc of Excep Child/Youth 2 PSYC 490 Psychology Seminar 1
PSYC 297 Research Design & Stats I (W ) 3 PSYC 491 Psychology Practicum 1
PSYC 497 Research Design & Stats II (W) 3
General Education (57-63 Hours)
AREA A ENGL 101, 102; MATH 103; COMM 135; EDUC 250 14
AREA B RELB, 3 hours; RELT 138, 255; UD RELB or RELT, 3 hrs 12
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AREAC HIST 154; 175 or GEOG 204; HIST 356 (W) 9
AREA D ART230;MUED 231; ENGL216, Foreign Lang. 0-6 7-13
AREAE BIOL 103; CHEM 115; ERSC 105 9
AREA F HLED 173; PETH 463 4
AREA G PEAC 225; PEAC elective, 1 hr 2
Professional Education (32 Hours)
EDUC 135 Intro to Elementary Education 2
EDUC 332 Elementary Reading Methods 3
EDUC 426 K-2 Multiage Methods 2
EDUC 453 Mathematics Methods 2
EDUC 454 Science & Health Methods 2
EDUC 455 Bible Methods 2
EDUC 456 Language Arts Methods 2
EDUC 457 Social Studies Methods 2
EDUC 463 Small Schools Seminar 2
EDUC 465 Pre-Session Practicum 1
EDUC 466 Enhanced Student Tchq K-8 12
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Psychology
Leading to Licensure K-8
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
BIOL 103
Prin of Biology
3
MATH 103
Survey of Math
3
EDUC 135
Intro to Elementary Education
2
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
PSYC124
Intro to Psychology
3
HIST 175
World Civilizations II
RELB125
Life & Teachings of Jesus
3
OR
3
*Area D-1 , Foreign Lang
3
GEOG 204
World Geography
16
HLED 173
Health for Life
*Area D-1, Foreign Lang
2
3
16
*A student who has 2 units of high school foreign language can complete this degree program in 128 semester
hours.
Major — B.A. Language Arts (40 Hours)
Leading to Licensure K-8
Major
General Education 57-63
Professional Education 32
TOTAL 129-135
40
This degree program is required for those who wish to teach grades K-8
and who want a Language Arts emphasis; however, the program is open to
anyone.
Required Courses Hours
EDUC 325 FhTof Christian Educ (W)
Library Materials for Children
EDUC 330
ENGL 205
ENGL 214
ENGL 215
ENGL 216
ENGL 312
2
2
3
3
3
3
Creative Wrtg:Lang Art Elem Tchr(W)
Grammar & Linguistics for Tchrs
Survey of American Lit
Survey of English Lit
Approaches to Literature
Required Courses, continued Hours
PSYC 128 Developmental Psychology 3
PSYC217 Psyc Foundations of Education 2
PSYC 230 Prin & Appl of Cognitive Devel 2
PSYC 240 Psyc of Except Child/Youth 2
PSYC 297 Research Design & Stats I (W) 3
PSYC 336 Lang Acquisition & Development 2
PSYC 356 Classroom Assessment 2
PSYC 421 Behavior Management— Elem 2
PSYC 497 Research Design & Stats II (W) 3
General Education (57-63 Hours)
AREA A ENGL 101, 102; MATH 103; COMM 135; EDUC 250 14
AREA B RELB, 3 hours; RELT 138, 255; U.D. RELB or RELT, 3 hours 12
AREAC HIST 154; 175 or GEOG 204; HIST 356 (W) 9
AREA DART 230; MUED 231; Foreign Lang. 0-6 4-10
AREAE BIOL 103; CHEM 115; ERSC 105 9
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AREA F HLED 173; PETH 463: PSYC 124 7
AREA GPEAC 225, PEAC course, 1 hr 2
Professional Education (32 Hours)
EDUC 135 Intro to Elementary Education 2
EDUC 332 Elementary Reading Methods 3
EDUC 426 K-2 Multiage Methods 2
EDUC 453 Mathematics Methods 2
EDUC 454 Science & Health Methods 2
EDUC 455 Bible Methods 2
EDUC 456 Language Arts Methods 2
EDUC 457 Social Studies Methods 2
EDUC 463 Small Schools Seminar 2
EDUC 465 Pre-Session Practicum 1
EDUC 466 Enhanced Student Tchg K-8 12
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. in Language Arts
Leading to Licensure K-8
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
BIOL 103
Frin of Biology 3
MATH 103
Survey of Math
3
EDUC 135
Intro to Elementary Education 2
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
ENGL 102
College Composition 3
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology
3
HIST 175
World Civilizations II
RELB125
Life & Teachings of Jesus
3
OR 3
*Area D-1, Foreign Lang
3
GEOG 204
World Geography
16
HLED 173
Health for Life 2
*Area D-1 , Foreign Lang 3
16
*A student who has 2 units of high school foreign language can complete this degree program in 129 semester
hours.
Major — B.S. Math and Science (48 Hours)
Leading to Licensure 5-8
Major 48
General Education 53
Professional Education 26
TOTAL 127
This degree is required for those who wish to teach grades 5-8 and who
want a Mathematics/Science Teaching emphasis; however, the program is
open to anyone.
Required C
ore Courses
Hours
EDDC 337
M iddle School Methods
3
EDUC 368
School Leadership
3
CHEM 115
Introductory C hem istry
3
PHYS 137
Intro to Physics
3
PSYC 230
Prin & Appls Cognitive Dev
2
PSYC 240
P s yc for Excep Child & Youth
2
Required Courses Hours
PSYC 497 Research Design & Stats II (W] 3
Mathematics Electives* 12
Natural Science Electives*,** 12
Outdoor Education Electives* 5
*The student must have 18 upper division hours in the major.
** Only one of the following may apply: BIOL 424 or PHYS 317
General Education (53 Hours)
AREA A ENGL 101, 102; MATH 215; COMM 135; EDUC 250 14
AREAB RELB, 3 hours; RELT 138,255; U.D. RELB or RELT 317 or 424(W)* 12
AREAC HIST 154, 175 or GEOG 204; HIST 356(W) 9
AREAD ART 230; ENGL 216 5
AREA E ERSC 105; BIOL 103 6
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AREA F HLED 173; PSYC 128 5
AREA G PEAC 225, PEAC elective (1 hour) 2
Professional Education (26 Hours)
EDUC136 Intro to Middle & Secondary Educ 2
EDUC217 Psyc Foundations of Education 2
EDUC 325 Philosophy of Christian Educ (W) 2
EDUC 356 Classroom Assessment 2
EDUC 422 Behavior Management — Secondary 2
EDUC 434 Reading in the Content Areas 2
EDUC 438 Content Methods (Biology) 1
EDUC 438 Content Methods (Math) 1
EDUC 470 Enhanced Student Teaching 5-8 12
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Math and Schience
Leading to Licensure 5-8
1st Semestei
Hours
2nd Semester
BIOL 103
Prin of Biology/Lab
3
EDUC 136 I
EDOE 138
Outdoor Basics
3
EDUC 240 I
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102 (
HIST 154
American Hist & Institutions I
3
ART 230 I
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
MATH 120 I
MATH 103
Survey of Math
3
RELB125 I
16
PEAC I
Hours
Intro to Middle/Secondary Educ 2
Psyc for Exceptional Child & Youth 2
College Composition II 3
Intro to Art Experiences 2
Precalculus Algebra 3
Life and Teachings of Jesus 3
PE Activity Elective 1_
16
Major — B.S. Outdoor Education (41 Hours)
Leading to Licensure 5-8
Major 41
General Education 53
Professional Education 32
TOTAL 126
This degree is required for those who wish to teach grades 5-8 and who
want an Outdoor Education Teaching emphasis; the program is open to
anyone who is interested in teaching in middle school, outdoor education,
park or camp education programs.
Required Core Courses Hours
BIOL 103 Prin of Biology/Lab 3
EDOE 138 Oudoor Basics 3
EDOE 300 Outdoor Ministries 2
EDOE 345 Environmental Education 2
EDOE 356 Outdoor Field Experience I 3
EDOE 357 Outdoor Field Experience II 3
Select twelve (1 2) hours from one of the following tracks:
Teacher/Naturalist Track
Ecology and Zoology Field Courses
Required Core Courses , continued
PHYS155
PHYS 137
PSYC 230
PSYC 497
UD Outdoor Education Electives
Descriptive Astronomy
OR
Intro to Physics
Principles & Appl Cognitive Dev
Research Design & Stats II (W)
Hours
Teacher/Interpreter Track
HIST Any upper division history courses
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Teacher/Outdoor Ministry Track
RELP 251 ; RELT 238; UD REL Courses ■
6 hours
General Education (53 Hours)
AREA A ENGL 101, 102; MATH 215;COMM 135; EDUC 250 14
AREAB RELB, 3 hours; RELT 138,255; UD RELB or RELT 317 or 424(W) 12
AREAC HIST 154; 175orGEOG 204; HIST 356(W) 9
AREAD ART 230; ENGL 216 5
AREA E CHEM 115; ERSC 105 6
AREA F HLED 173; PSYC 128 5
AREA G PEAC 225, PEAC elective (1 hour); 2
Professional Education (32 Hours)
EDUC 136 Intro to Middle & Secondary Educ 2
EDUC217 Psyc Foundations of Education 2
EDUC 240 Psyc for Excep Child & Youth 2
EDUC325 Philosophy olChristian Educ (W ) 2
EDUC 337 Middle School Methods 3
EDUC 356
EDUC 368
EDUC 422
2
EDUC 434
EDUC 470
Classroom Assessment 2
School Leadership 3
Behavior M anagement— Secondary
Reading in the Content Areas
Enhanced Student Tchq 5-8
2
12
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Oudoor Education
Leading to Licensure 5-8
1st Semester
BIOL 103
EDOE 138
ENGL 101
HIST 154
PEACH 225
RELB 138
Prin of Biology/Lab
Outdoor Basics
College Composition
American History & Institutions I
Fitness for Life
Life & Teachings of Jesus
Hours
2nd Semester
3
3
3
I 3
1
3
16
EDUC 136 I
EDUC 240 I
ENGL 102 i
ERSC 105 I
GEOG 204 '
HIST 175 '
RELB 125 I
Intro to Middle & Secondary Educ
Psyc for Except Child & Youth
College Composition
Earth Science
World Geography
OR
World Civilizations II
Life and Teachings of Jesus
Hours
Minor — Education (18 Hours)
Required Courses _ Hours
EDUC 135 Intro to Elementary Education
OR 2
EDUC 136 Intro to Middle & Secondary Educ
EDUC 217 Psyc Foundations of Education 2
EDUC 240 Ed for Excep Childr & Youth 2
EDUC Electives 12
(6 hours must be upper division)
This minor does not automatically lead to either elementary, middle, or
secondary certification, both of which require a baccalaureate degree and
completion of professional education courses for licensure. See the
Requirements for Certification beginning on page 1 1 4.
Minor — Outdoor Education (18 Hours)
Required Courses
EDOE 138 Outdoor Basics
EDOE 300 Outdoor Ministries
EDOE 345 Environmental Education
EDOE 356 Outdoor Field Experience
utdoor Education Electives
Hours
3
2
2
3
PROGRAM FOR ELEMENTARY ENDORSEMENT
FOR INDIVIDUALS MEETING REQUIREMENTS
FOR SECONDARY CERTIFICATION
Twenty-two (22) semester hours selected from the courses listed below
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are required. A minimum of 12 semester hours from these courses must
be completed after the date the applicant became eligible for the original
certificate endorsed in a subject area in grades 7-12 or in a subject area
in grades K-12. Grades must be C or better.
A. Required Courses:
EDUC 250 Technology in Education 2
EDUC 332 Elementary Reading Methods 3
EDUC 426 K-2 Multiage Methods 2
EDUC 453 Mathematics Methods 2
EDUC 455 Bible Methods 2
EDUC 456 Language Arts Methods 2
EDUC 457 Social Studies Methods 2
B. Six semester hours to include three of the following four areas:
ART 230 Intro to Art Experiences 2
EDUC 454 Science and Health Methods 2
MUED 231 Music and Movement 2
PETH 463 Elementary School PE Methods 2
C. Two semester hours must be in Education of Exceptional Children if not
previously successfully completed. If Education of Exceptional Children
or any of the above required courses in Section A or Section B have
beenpreviously completed, the remaining semester hours must be taken
from the following courses:
a. Library Materials for Children
b. Health for Life
c. Small Schools Seminar
D. Two to three semester hours of student teaching.
PROGRAMS FOR SECONDARY ENDORSEMENT
FOR INDIVIDUALS MEETING REQUIREMENTS
FOR ELEMENTARY EDUCATION CERTIFICATION
The student must take ten hours of credit after the date the original
certificate was earned. Six semester hours of the ten must be in specialized
professional education appropriate to grades 7-12 and must include a
minimum of 2 semester hours of appropriate methods. The credit for at least
one area of endorsement in grades 7-12 may have been earned at any time
prior to the application for adding
the endorsement. Grades must be C or better. The student must also fulfill
the following:
1. Meet the State of Tennessee requirements for endorsement in at
least one teaching field (this will vary from 1 8 to 51 hours).
2. A minimum of six semester hours of professional education including:
A. EDUC 437 or EDUC 438.
B. EDUC 434
C.Any other courses designated by the School of Education and
Psychology.
3. Four semester hours of electives.
ASSESSMENT OF EDUCATION MAJORS
Final assessment of senior Education majors takes place during their full
semester of student teaching. It involves continuous monitoring of the
student's classroom performance in both verbal and written feedback. Senior
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assessment consists of two phases.
Phase One, Formative Evaluation, consists of ongoing monitoring and
feedback. The cooperating teacher conducts informal conferences as well as
a one-hour weekly formal conference providing anecdotal records. The
Southern Adventist University Formative Evaluation Form is completed by
the University supervisor and the cooperating teacher.
Phase Two, Summative Evaluation, is completed by both the cooperating
teacher and the University supervisor. The instrument used to record the
student's skills and behaviors is the Southern Adventist University
Summative Evaluation Form . The student teacher is also evaluated by
his/her students when they complete the Pupil Evaluation of the Student
Teacher . A self-evaluation is completed by the student through a video-taped
lesson. The student and the University supervisor critique his/her videotaped
performance.
The final letter grade for the student's performance is decided by the
Education Faculty. Failure to complete student teaching with a satisfactory
grade of C or above results in students being reassigned for an additional
practicum.
As stated earlier in the Admission Procedures section, the teacher
education student must obtain passing scores on the Praxis II exams before
s/he can receive a grade in student teaching.
Graduate follow-up is carried out through the Southern Adventist
University Teacher Education Evaluation instrument completed by the
first-year teacher. The Supervisor Evaluation of Southern Adventist
University Graduates is completed by the student's employer. Feedback from
these instruments is used by the School of Education and Psychology staff to
make necessary program changes.
In addition to the above, education students obtaining a psychology
degree must fulfill the assessment procedures listed on page 1 08.
OUTDOOR EDUCATION
EDOE 138. Outdoor Basics 3 hours
This course is a practical survey of outdoor adventure experiences available for
recreational, educational, and professional use. Instruction in canoeing, top rope rock
climbing, caving, low-impact camping, orienteering, group team building dynamics and
processing, and ropes courses is included. Leadership skills are emphasized as
students learn to apply teaching techniques, safety, group dynamics, and basic
wilderness ethics to field experiences.
EDOE 300. Outdoor Ministries 2 hours
This course is designed to assist teachers and youth leaders in the development of
relationships between children and nature for the purpose of enriching the spiritual life
of children and youth. The student will learn to plan object lessons from nature,
leadership in pathfindering, summer camp ministries and how to enliven Sabbath
School programs with nature. A variety of laboratory skills will be required in area
school and church programs (up to 30 hours). A knowledge of nature is suggested but
not required.
EDOE 345. Environmental Education 2 hours
This course is designed to give "hands-on" learning in the use of the outdoor
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classroom. Recent trends in methods, materials, strategies, laboratory techniques,
assessment, and professional guidelines for the elementary, junior, and senior high
school curriculum will be covered. Up to four (4) days field experience will be required
as a part of the class project. There will be a charge for the trip.
EDOE 356. Outdoor Education — Field Experience I 3 hours
Prerequisite: Five (5) hours of Outdoor Education.
Field experience in an appropriate outdoor school, park, nature center, camp or other
educational setting approved by the instructor. At least 150 clock hours of work
experience are required. Procedures and guidelines are available from the School.
EDOE 357. Outdoor Education — Field Experience II 3 hours
Prerequisite: EDOE 356. May be taken concurrently.
Field experience in an appropriate outdoor school, pari, nature center, camp or other
educational setting approved by the instructor. At least 150 clock hours of work
experience are required. This may be a pre-approved task force experience.
Procedures and guidelines are available from the School.
EDOE 390. Outdoor Education Seminar 1 hour
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing.
This course is designed to present an overview of outdoor education issues and
contemporary problems.
EDOE 265/465. Outdoor Education Topics 1-2 hours
Prerequisites: EDOE 138 or permission of the instructor. Junior or senior standing.
Selected topics in outdoor education curriculum, skills, counseling, environmental
study, etc. May be repeated. Maximum of six (6) hours.
EDOE 295/495. Directed Study 1-2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
This course permits the advanced student with adequate preparation to pursue
independent study in special fields. This course may be repeated for credit.
EDUCATION
EDUC 135. Introduction to Elementary Education 2 hours
Required of all students seeking elementary licensure. Designed to acquaint the
student with the experiences, qualifications, and duties of the classroom teacher. This
course is also designed to give education majors an opportunity to be immersed in the
experience of a Professional Development School, providing their first clinical teaching
experience. The course covers teaching as a profession, the history of education,
current issues, and trends in public and Seventh-day Adventist education.
EDUC 136. Introduction to Middle and Secondary Education 2 hours
Required of all students seeking middle or secondary licensure. Designed to acquaint
the student with the experiences, qualifications, and duties of the classroom teacher.
This course is also designed to give education majors an opportunity to be immersed in
the experience of a Professional Development School, providing their first clinical
teaching experience. The course covers teaching as a profession, the history of
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education, current issues, and friends in public and Seventh-day Adventist education.
EDUC 217. Psychological Foundations of Education (F-1) 2 hours
The study of psychological information and its application to the processes of teaching
and learning. The course covers subjects such as theories of learning, pupil
characteristics, pupil variability, motivation, classroom management, information
processing and assessment.
EDUC 240. Education for Exceptional Children and Youth 2 hours
A course in the education of exceptional children in the regular classroom. It includes a
study of the wide range of factors contributing to the exceptionality, the identification of
exceptional children and youth by the classroom teacher and the consequent
classroom implications. Twenty (20) hours of clinical and field experience will be
required.
EDUC 250. Technology in Education (A-4) 2 hours
An introduction to computers and the Internet for assistance in efficient management
and effective learning within the school environment. Development of and appreciation
for their potential and limitations include understanding virus control in addition to safe,
responsible, and effective use. Experience will be gained in the use of word
processors, spreadsheets, databases, desktop publishing software, e-mail and access
of information. This course meets the technology requirements for NAD recertification
and covers one hour of concept-based and one hour of skill-based competencies. In
addition a challenge exam for one more hour skill-based competency is required.
EDUC 325. Philosophy of Christian Education (W) 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education or permission of the instructor.
A study of the scriptural principles and philosophic base of Christian education as
expounded by Ellen G. White and implemented by the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
EDUC 330. Library Materials for Children 2 hours
This course presents to the student a knowledge of a wide variety of books and related
materials for children, grades K-8. Develops an appreciation for books and reading that
can be enthusiastically transmitted to young readers through critical evaluation and
selection of books and materials. Correlates the use of books and materials to the
specific needs and interests of young readers.
EDUC 332. Elementary Reading Methods 3 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Survey of the materials and methods used in teaching reading in the elementary
grades. It emphasizes the approaches to teaching reading including phonics instruction.
Fifteen (15) hours of observations, micro-teaching, and field experience are required.
EDUC 337. Middle School Methods 3 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education
This course focuses on applied methods of teaching the middle school curriculum. It
will provide general knowledge of current teaching methods, strategies of learning,
lesson planning, evaluation, textbook selection and critical curriculum issues facing
educators today. A minimum of fifteen (15) hours of field-based experience are
required. (Fall)
EDUC 356. Classroom Assessment 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education or permission of school dean.
This class is designed to prepare preservice teachers in the assessment of classroom
learning and testing. Discussion will include current and future trends, test construction,
and appropriate use of test results. Fifteen (15) hours of clinical and field experience
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are required.
EDUC 368. School Leadership 3 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education or permission of the dean.
Knowledge, skills, and relationships to be an effective educational leader. Includes an
introduction to theoretical administrative and organizational foundations of management
and leadership in small school and outdoor school facilities. (Winter)
EDUC 422. Behavior Management — Secondary 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Behavior problems arising as a result of the adolescent's psychological and social
dynamics will be addressed utilizing contemporary behavioral management techniques
appropriate for clinical and educational settings. This course requires five (5) hours of
clinical experience and ten (1 0) hours of field experience. (Fall)
EDUC 426. K-2 Multiage Methods 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Designed to give the student an understanding of administration, program planning,
materials, and strategies for teaching in kindergarten and multiage classrooms.
Emphasis is given to application of the principles of child development and learning to
promote harmonious physical, mental, social, and emotional growth. A minimum of
fifteen (15) hours of observations, micro-teaching, and field experience are required.
EDUC 434. Reading in the Content Areas 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
This course will help teachers focus on those reading skills essential for the needs of
each student. It will include modeling the process necessary for reading and learning
concepts in a subject area and instructing students so they can become independent
learners. Additionally, the development of vocabulary, comprehension and
study/reference skills in grades 7-12 will be covered. Causes of reading problems,
assessment procedures, and organization of a sound reading program are stressed.
Principles learned will be applied in classroom settings. A minimum often (10) hours of
field experiences required.
EDUC 437. Curriculum and General Methods, Grades 7-12 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
This course will include the secondary curriculum content — factors that influence
change, the most important current practices, and critical curriculum issues facing
educators today. It will provide general knowledge of current teaching methods,
strategies of learning, and evaluation procedures, as set forth in the Tennessee
Instructional Model. A minimum of ten (10) hours of field-based experience are
required.
EDUC 438. Curriculum Content Methods, Grades 7-12 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
The majors which require methods courses are: Biology, Chemistry, English, 'French,
History, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education and Health, Physics, Religious
Education, and 'Spanish. Directed observation in selected schools and attendance at
local professional meetings are considered part of this course. Among the student's
responsibilities will be the collection and organization of a file of teaching materials, the
preparation of lesson plans in harmony with the Tennessee Instructional Model, and
evaluation of textbooks. Ten (10) hours of clinical and ten (10) hours of field
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experiences in selected schools and attendance at selected local professional meetings
are considered a part of the course. 'Pending state approval.
EDUC 439. Curriculum and General Methods, Grades K-12 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
This course will include kindergarten through secondary curriculum content, factors that
influence change, the most important current practices and critical curriculum issues
facing K-12 educators today. It will provide general knowledge of current K-12
teaching methods, strategies of learning, and evaluation procedures as set forth in the
Tennessee Instructional Model. A minimum of ten (10) hours of field-based
experience are required. This class is for Art, Music, and Physical Education majors
only
EDUC 453. Mathematics Methods in the Elementary School 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Includes curriculum organization, materials, methods, and instructional aids with
emphasis on multi-grade classrooms. Attention is given to the sequential skill
development and to changes in the mathematical contents, technology and pedagogy.
Observation and micro-teaching required. A minimum of fifteen (15) hours of
observations, micro-teaching, and field experience are required.
EDUC 454. Science and Health Methods in the Elementary School 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Includes curriculum organization, methods, materials and equipment with emphasis on
multi-grade classrooms. Techniques and materials are examined using basic principles
of the scientific method. A minimum of fifteen (15) hours of observations,
micro-teaching, and field experience are required.
EDUC 455. Bible Methods in the Elementary School 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
A course to develop teaching objectives, materials, and strategies in Biblical education
with emphasis on the Christ-centered curriculum and integration of faith and learning.
Special attention will be given to multigrade classrooms. A minimum of fifteen (15)
hours of observations, micro-teaching, and field experience are required.
EDUC 456. Language Arts Methods in the Elementary School 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Curriculum organization, methods, materials, and instructional aids with emphasis on
multigrade classrooms. Strategies for instruction in writing, spelling, grammar, literature,
and composition are developed. A minimum of fifteen (15) hours of observations,
micro-teaching, and field experience are required.
EDUC 457. Social Studies Methods in the Elementary School 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
A course to develop teaching objectives, instructional strategies, materials, and
methods when integrating social studies, geography, and the worldwide mission of the
church. Special attention will be given to multi-grade classrooms. A minimum of fifteen
(15) hours of observations, micro-teaching, and field experience are required.
EDUC 460. Special Education Seminar 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Provides opportunity for the prospective teacher to develop appreciation for children
who require special modalities for learning. Field experiences (up to thirty [30] hours)
will permit interaction with students with various exceptionalities.
EDUC 461. Multicultural Education Seminar 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
A course designed to develop a global perspective in the teacher. Opportunities will be
given for interaction in an educational setting with students from varied cultural and
minority groups. Adaptation of teaching methods and content to students' backgrounds
will be prominent in the fifteen (15) hours of field experiences.
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EDUC 463. Small Schools Seminar 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Required of all candidates seeking licensure K-8. Topics will include the specialized
needs of the multi-grade teacher in administration, record keeping, curriculum
management, and organization in small schools.
EDUC 465. Pre-Session Practicum 1 hour
Prerequisites: Admission to Student Teaching and completion of all other
requirements.
This course is designed to give experience in the "start up" dynamics of elementary and
secondary programs. It involves 40 clock hours of on-site work with a qualified
supervising teacher for two (2) weeks prior to the Fall Semester. The student is
required to arrange for his/her own placement and to submit a practicum application to
the School of Education and Psychology office by May 15 of the year in which the
practicum is to be done.
EDUC 466. Enhanced Student Teaching K-8 12 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching and completion of all other requirements.
Designed as a full-time practicum for one semester. Students are placed for part of the
semester in a kindergarten setting. Cooperating teachers, determined by the district
and university personnel, are selected according to experience, certification, and
competence, and share supervision responsibilities with Southern Adventist University
faculty, who assume responsibility for the final summative evaluation. No other courses
may be taken during student teaching.
EDUC 468. Enhanced Student Teaching 7-12 12 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching and completion of all other requirements.
Designed as a full-time practicum for one semester. Students are placed in two different
settings (7-8, 9-12) during the semester. Cooperating teachers, determined by the
district and university personnel, are selected according to experience, certification, and
competence, and share supervision responsibilities with university faculty, who assume
responsibility for the final summative evaluation. Students may not be enrolled in any
other class work during this semester.
EDUC 469. Enhanced Student Teaching K-12 12 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching and completion of all other requirements.
(This course is for music and physical education majors only.)
Designed as a full-time practicum for one semester. Students are placed in three
different settings (K-4, 5-8, 9-12) during the semester. The time spent will be
approximately 6 weeks in each area. Cooperating teachers, determined by the district
and university personnel, are selected according to experience, certification, and
competence, and share supervision responsibilities with university faculty, who assume
responsibility for the final summative evaluation. Students may not be enrolled in any
other courses during this semester.
EDUC 470. Enhanced Student Teaching 5-8 12 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching and completion of all other requirements.
Designed as a full-time practicum for one semester. Students are placed in two
different settings — outdoor and traditional — during the semester. Cooperating
teachers, determined by the district and university personnel, are selected according to
experience, certification and competence, and share supervision responsibilities with
university faculty, who assume responsibility for the final summative evaluation. No
other class work may be taken during student teaching unless authorized by the
Teacher Education Council.
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EDUC 475. Workshop in Education (Methodology) 1-3 hours
Experienced teachers are given opportunity to work under supervision on curriculum
problems. Credit is also available for preservice students as an elective.
EDUC 485. Workshop in Education (Content) 1-3 hours
Experienced teachers are given opportunity to develop new skills and gather new facts
in content fields at various levels. Credit is also available for preservice students as an
elective.
EDUC 295/495. Directed Study 1-2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
This course permits the advanced student with adequate preparation to pursue
independent study in special fields. This course may be repeated for credit.
PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC 124. Introduction to Psychology (F-1) 3 hours
A beginning course in the basic principles and concepts of psychology. Special
attention is given to provide an exposure to a wide variety of human behaviors, which
may include but are not limited to: sensation, perception, learning, memory, thinking,
development motivation and personality. Included in this course are twenty (20) hours
of active learning experience, which may include field experiences outside the
classroom.
PSYC 128. Developmental Psychology (F-1) 3 hours
A study of life from prenatal through the adult years. Emphasis is placed on the
emotional, social, physical, and psychological development of the individual. This
course requires ten (1 0) hours of field experience.
PSYC 129. Developmental Psychology for Nursing 2 hours
A life-span approach to the study of the physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and
spiritual development of the individual from the prenatal period through the adult years,
from a nursing perspective. This two credit-hour course, comprising 1 .5 credit hours of
theory and 0.5 hours of clinical nursing application per week, provides nursing students
opportunity through selected activities and field observations to make beginning levels
of developmental assessments of individuals at various points on the life span.
PSYC 217. Psychological Foundations of Education (F-1) 2 hours
See EDUC 217 for course description. (Credit not permitted if EDUC 217 has been
taken.)
PSYC 224. Social Psychology (F-1) 3 hours
A study of human behavior as affected by group living. Dynamics of groups, social
roles, communication, and mass behavior are focuses of consideration. Credit
applicable for either psychology or sociology emphasis, but not for both.
PSYC 230. Principles and Application of Cognitive Development 2 hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 124, or EDUC 217, or permission of instructor.
A study of the psychological process by which humans acquire knowledge. Perception,
reasoning, problem solving, and language skills will be analyzed. Emphasis will be
placed on the applications of cognitive processes to the teaching/learning
environments. The practical application of the knowledge learned from cognitive
theories is applied to teaching and ten (1 0) hours of clinical experience is required.
PSYC 233. Human Sexuality (F-1 or F-2) 3 hours
See SOCI 233 for course description. (Credit not permitted if SOCI 233 has been
taken.)
PSYC 240. Psychology of Exceptional Children and Youth 2 hours
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See EDUC 240 for course description. (Credit not permitted if EDUC 240 has been
taken.)
PSYC 297. Research Design and Statistics I (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: EDUC 1 35 or PSYC 1 24 or PSYC 1 28.
This course provides an introduction to various research methods in the fields of
psychology and education. The student is introduced to descriptive and inferential
statistics and to the process of proposal writing. Emphasis is placed upon describing
how statistics can be used as a tool in research design. Computer aided analysis of
data and practice exercises is an integral part of the course. Lab fee $1 0.
PSYC 315. Abnormal Psychology (F-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 1 24 or 1 28.
A study of the etiology of pathological behavior and the factors of good adjustment and
mental health. Attention is paid to several continuing or recent controversial issues in
the field of psychopathology. Included in this course are active learning experiences.
PSYC 326. Physiological Psychology 3 hours
This course focuses on the physiological substratas of behavior. Specific attention is
given to the physiological basis of learning and motivation, sensation, emotion, neural
encoding, and sleep. Further analysis of the structural and functional organization of
the brain and nervous system. This course will be offered in alternate years.
PSYC 336. Language Acquisition and Development 2 hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 1 24 or 1 28.
A study of the major theories of language acquisition, with emphasis on language
development beginning at birth and extending through middle childhood. This course
incorporates ten (10) hours of active learning experiences, five (5) hours of which
require field experiences outside the classroom.
PSYC 346. Introduction to Personality Theories 3 hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 1 24 and 1 28.
This course is an exploration of the major paradigms of personality theory from a
Christian perspective. For example, psychoanalysis, behaviorism, humanism,
existentialism, and others will be covered. It will focus on the modern theorists,
including White, Rogers, Skinner, May, Bandura, Mischel, Wilson, and Barash. A
study of human motivation and an exploration of individual personality perspective will
provide useful personal information.
PSYC 349. Aging and Society (F-1) (W) 3 hours
See SOCI 349 for course description. (Credit not permitted if SOCI 349 has been
taken.)
PSYC 356. Classroom Assessment 2 hours
See EDUC 356 for course description. (Credit not permitted if EDUC 356 has been
taken.)
PSYC 357. Psychological Testing 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 124 and PSYC 297 or Math 215 or approval of instructor.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the principles of testing, particularly
as it relates to the practice of psychology. Specifically, the course examines the
purpose of individual assessment of ability, aptitude, achievement, interest, and
personality. Theory and basic concepts underlying the individually administered and
group tests will be evaluated. Non-standardized tests and other techniques for
psychological assessment will also be addressed.
PSYC 377. Fundamentals of Counseling (F-1) (W) 3 hours
Recommended: PSYC 31 5 or 346.
This is an introduction to the major theories and practices of individual counseling. The
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dynamics of the helping relationship are analyzed. Theory and practice will be
integrated.
PSYC 384. Experimental Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 297.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the principles and practices of
experimentation in the field of psychology. Specifically, this course focuses on the true
experiment. In addition, it will familiarize the student with the quasi experiment and the
issues involved in the use of human and animal subjects in research. This course will
be offered in alternate years.
PSYC 387. Comparative Psychology 3 hours
See BIOL 387 for course description. (Credit not permitted if BIOL 387 has been taken.)
PSYC 415. History and Systems of Psychology (F-1) (W) 2 hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 1 24.
Philosophical and historical backgrounds of psychology leading to a consideration of
contemporary schools and systems of psychology.
PSYC 421. Behavior Management — Elementary 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Examines basic principles of discipline applicable to elementary school children. It
reviews a variety of philosophical approaches to discipline, and identifies and role plays
practical procedures for administrators and practitioners by which to attain and maintain
acceptable management practices. In addition, the course seeks to probe the concept
of discipline as a way of life in which the individual is assisted in developing a
satisfactory and fulfilling lifestyle. This course requires five (5) hours of clinical
experiences and ten (10) hours of field experiences. (Winter)
PSYC 422. Adolescent Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 1 24 or 1 28.
The determinants and implications of behavioral characteristics and developmental
patterns during adolescence will be studied. Content will include the psychological and
social dynamics underlying the crises and issues specific to adolescents in modern
society.
PSYC 432. Industrial/Organizational Psychology 3 hours
A study of human behavior in industries and organizations. Major theories, issues,
research, and methods will be introduced. Emphasis is given to acquainting students
with the possible applications of psychology to the fields of business and organizational
management. This course will be offered in alternate years.
PSYC 460. Group Processes 3 hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 377.
This course will offer the advanced student the opportunity to explore through practice
the various roles of group dynamics. The experience will provide skill development for
the management of small groups in therapy, school, and church settings. This course
will be offered in alternate years.
PSYC 465. Topics in Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology major with junior or senior standing.
Selected topics in psychology as chosen from such areas as: psychology of religion,
ethics, individual differences, psychology of women, sensation and perception, etc. This
course may be repeated for credit with an appropriate change in topics.
PSYC 479. Family Counseling 3 hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 377.
An advanced counseling techniques course including an emphasis on family and
individual counseling and how to direct persons to make changes towards more
effective interpersonal relationships.
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PSYC 490. Psychology Seminar 1 hour
Prerequisite: Psychology major or minor with senior standing.
This course is designed to present an overview of psychology issues and contemporary
problems.
PSYC 491. Psychology Practicum 1-2 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology major with junior or senior standing and approval of the
instructor.
Supervised volunteer/work experience in related fields of psychology. At least forty
clock hours of work experience are required for each semester hour of credit. May be
repeated for credit for up to 3 hours. Grades will be assigned on an A, B, or F basis.
PSYC 295/495. Directed Study 1-2 hours
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.
This course permits the student with adequate preparation to pursue independent study
in special fields. The area of study will appear on the transcript. Directed study
arrangements are to be completed by the student in advance of registration after
consulting with the instructor. Procedures and guidelines are available from the school.
May be repeated for credit.
PSYC 497. Research Design and Statistics II (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 297 or MATH 21 5 or approval of instructor.
This course permits students to apply principles of research and statistical analysis of
data leading to the completion of a research project. Lab fee $1 0.
(A-4) (F-1) (F-2) (G-1) (W) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general education
requirements.
Engineering Studies
Engineering Studies Committee:
Henry Kuhlman (Chair), Ken Caviness, John Durichek
Southern Adventist University Physics Department offers the first two
years of a baccalaureate degree in engineering. Upon completing the
two-year engineering studies program, students transfer to the Walla Walla
College School of Engineering, with which Southern Adventist University is
affiliated, for the final two years. Southern Adventist University awards an
Associate of Science degree in Engineering Studies. Walla Walla College,
located in Washington State, awards a Bachelor of Science in Engineering
degree with concentrations in civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering
and a pre-professional Bachelor of Science degree in bioengineering.
The WWC School of Engineering offers a high quality program that is
fully accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and
Technology — the only nationally recognized organization which accredits
engineering programs. It has an enrollment of approximately 250 students,
many of whom are transfer students from affiliated Seventh-day Adventist
colleges or universities.
The Southern Adventist University affiliation with Walla Walla College
makes the transition to the final two years of the baccalaureate engineering
program essentially the same as if the first two years were taken there. Even
though transfer to Walla Walla College is simpler than to a non-affiliated
school, the Southern Adventist University engineering studies program is
compatible with baccalaureate engineering programs of many colleges and
universities.
ASSESSMENT
The engineering studies program is designed to parallel the first two
years of the baccalaureate engineering degree at Walla Walla College. It is
regularly assessed by means of one or two campus visits each year by
engineering faculty from their College of Engineering.
PROGRAM IN ENGINEERING STUDIES
Major — A.S. Engineering Studies (35 Hours)
Required Courses Hours Required Courses, continued Hours
ENGR149 Intro Mech Drawing/CADD 3 MATH 200 Elem Linear Algebra 2
ENGR249 CAD Mechanical I 3 MATH 21 8 Calculus III 4
ENGR211 Eng Mech: Statics 3 PHYS 21 1-212 General Physics 6
ENGR212 Eng Mech: Dynamics 3 PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2
MATH 181 Calculus I 3 PHYS 215-216 Gen Physics Calc App 2
MATH 182 Calculus II 4
Required Cognates Hours
OHEM 151-152 General Chemistry 8
COMM135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
CPTR 124 Fundamentals of Programming 4
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Sample Freshman Year Sequence
A.S. Engineering Studies
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
CHEM 151
General Chemistry
4
CHEM 152
General Chemistry
4
CPTR 124
Fundamentals of Programming
4
ENGR 249
CADD Mechanical I
3
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
MATH 200
Elem Linear Algebra
2
ENGR 149
Intro to Mech Drawing/CADD
3
MATH 1 82
Calculus II
4
MATH 181
Calculus I*
3
PEAC 125
Fitness for Life
1
17
RELB125
Life and Teachings
3
17
'Engineering students are expected to have taken a year-long precalculus course
(beyond Algebra II) in high school. Precalculus Algebra (MATH 120) is taught during the
SAU August summer session.
The total number of hours for the A.S. degree in engineering studies is 64.
Students who plan to continue their education at an engineering school other
than Walla Walla College should take that school's catalog to the
engineering adviser for guidance in selecting general education courses.
ENGINEERING COURSES
ENGR 149. Introduction to Mechanical Drawing
and CADD (G-1) 3 hours
See TECH 1 49 for course description.
ENGR 211. Engineering Mechanics: Statics 3 hours
Pre- or co-requisites: MATH 1 82; PHYS 211,213.
Two and three-dimensional equilibria employing vector algebra; friction; centroids and
center of mass, virtual work, and moments of inertia. (Fall)
ENGR 212. Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics 3 hours
Pre- or co-requisites: ENGR 21 1 ; MATH 21 8; PHYS 21 2, 21 4, 31 1 -31 2.
One and two-dimensional kinetics and kinematics of rigid bodies by vector calculus;
dynamics of rotation, translation and plane motion; relative motion; work and energy;
impulse and momentum. (Winter)
ENGR 249. CADD Mechanical I (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ENGR 149 or equivalent.
An introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting. A study of the computer as an aid in
drawing and design as it applies to technical, mechanical, architectural and electrical
fields using Auto Cad and Cad Key. Six periods laboratory each week. Lecture as
announced by the instructor. (Winter)
(G-1) See pages 27-32 for general degree and general education requirements.
English
Chair: Wilma McClarty
Faculty: Rachel Byrd, Joan dos Santos, Jan Haluska, Debbie Higgens,
Helen Pyke (Composition Coordinator), Marcus Sheffield
Adjunct Faculty: Jodi Ruf, Luis Velez
The English Department offers two categories of classes that view man's
search for truth and its most convincing expression through a Christian
perspective. Language courses aid students in developing ease, confidence,
and competence in the art of effective communication and in acquiring
knowledge of the science of language; literature courses develop the ability
to discern and appreciate the best literary works.
Students majoring or minoring in English must meet the specific
requirements of the English Department (below) and the General Education
program (pages 27-32). For the English major, intermediate foreign language
is required. College Composition does not count toward an English major or
minor, but students majoring or minoring in English must earn a grade of C
or higher in College Composition. The nine upper division literature classes
are all W courses and hence require word processing skills.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Department of English is to provide general education
students with basic communication and literary analysis skills in a Christian
context, to offer support services for students needing help with their writing,
and to prepare English majors for graduate school and/or the job market.
ASSESSMENT
As part of a departmental assessment process, senior English majors take
a written exam (Literature in English Major Field Test) and do a written
evaluation of departmental programs. Results provide information used to
improve departmental programs; graduation eligibility is not affected. Majors
are informed about the purpose and nature of these assessment activities
when they enter the English program.
PROGRAMS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
Major— B. A. English (30 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
ENGL 214 Survey of American Lit 3
ENGL 21 5 Survey of English Lit 3
ENGL 216 Approaches to Literature 3
ENGL 305 Advanced Grammar 3
ENGL 31 5 Introduction to Linguistics 3
ENGL 445 Ancient Classics (W) 3
ENGL 31 3 Expository Writing (W)
OR ~ 3
ENGL 31 4 Creative Writing (W)
Select 9 Hours From :
ENGL217 World Lit in Translation
ENGL 335 Biblical Literature (W)
ENGL 336 Medieval & Ren Lit (W)
ENGL 337 1 9th-Century Brit Lit (W)
ENGL 338 Twentieth-Century Writers (W)
ENGL 444 Restor & 1 8th-Century Lit (W)
ENGL 323 19th-century Amer Lit (W)
OR
ENGL 425 Literature of the South (w)
ENGL313 Expository Writing (W)
OR
ENGL 314 Creative Writing (W)
ENGL 491 English Practicum
OR
ENGL 492 English Internship
Hours
3
3
3
3
3
3
Majors may substitute a journalism writing class or English topics course for one English
elective.
Required Cognates
COMM 1 35 Intro to Public Speaking
Hours
Recommended for teaching majors :
JOUR 205 News Reporting
Hours
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HMNT 205 Arts and Ideas 3
HIST 374 History of England 3
Intermed foreign Language 6
OR
JOUR 174/475 Journalism Workshop
Students planning to obtain educational certification will need to include the
required professional education courses and additional general education
requirements in their program as outlined in the Education and Psychology
section of this catalog. Students preparing for secondary teacher certification
must also take ENGL 430. English majors who minor in journalism or public
relations are eligible for internships through the School of Journalism and
Communication.
The student must apply for Initial Admission to the Teacher Education
Program (usually by the end of the sophomore year) after completing all
requirements as outlined under ADMISSION PROCEDURES in the School
of Education and Psychology section of the catalog. Initial admission is
required before the student can enroll in upper division education courses.
The student must also complete an application and all other requirements
for Admission to Student Teaching. Prior to the professional semester, the
student must take and pass the PRAXIS II licensure exam — both the
appropriate section of the Principles of Learning and Teaching, and the
particular specialty test(s) for the licensure area(s).
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. English
(Non-Teaching)
1st Semester
Hours
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
Area B, Religion
3
Area C, History
3
Area D-1 , Inter For Lang
3
Area G-3, Rec Skills
1
16
2nd Semester
Hours
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
ENGL216
Approaches to Lit
Area D-1, Inter
3
Foreign Lang
3
Area E, Nat Science
3
Minor
3
15
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. English
(Teaching)
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
EDUC135
Intro to Education
2
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL216
Approaches to Lit
3
RELT138
Adventist Heritage
3
HLED173
Health for Life
2
Area C, History
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
Area D-1 , Inter For Lang
3
Area D-1, Inter Foreign Lang
3
14
Area E, Nat Science
3
17
Teaching Endorsement (21 Hours)
Students certified in another area who want an endorsement for teaching
English must take the following classes:
Required Courses
ENGL 205 G ram mar and Linguistics
ENGL214 S u rvey of A m e rica n Literatur
ENGL 215 Survey of English Literature
ENGL 216 Approaches to Literature
Hours
3
3
3
3
Required Courses, continued
quirec
IGT%T
EW
ENGL 314
ENGL 430
ENGL 445
EDUC 438
Expository Writing
OR
Creative Writing
Library Mat for Young Adults
Ancient Classics
English Methods
Hours
Minor — English (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
ENGL 214 Survey of Amer Lit 3
ENGL 215 Survey of English Lit 3
ENGL 216 Approaches to Literature 3
Required Courses, continued
ENGL313 Expository Writing (W)
ENGL314
OR
Creative Writing (W)
Hours
3
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INGLISH
ENGL 205 Grammar and Linguistics
OR
ENGL 305 Advanced Grammar
Upper Division Electives
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM (ESL)
Students whose native language is not English and whose TOEFL
(paper-pencil test) scores are between 450-549, or whose TOEFL Computer
Based Test (CBT) scores are between 133-212, or whose English ACT score
is below 17 will be required to take special English classes offered by the
English Department. These students are ineligible for Basic Writing or
College Composition until they have completed these special English
classes. Students with TOEFL scores below 450 (CBT 133) have not met
admissions requirements and hence are ineligible to take classes in the
English Department.
Southern Adventist University offers an ESL program with Intermediate
and Advanced levels to aid students whose native language is not English.
The ESL program is designed to help ESL students improve their English
reading, speaking, and writing skills and to prepare for their success in
regular academic programs. For details on international ESL students, see
the Admissions section of the catalog.
Placement in the ESL program is based on the TOEFL Michigan Test
score of the past 12 months.
Intermediate Level: 1—450-474 (CBT 133-151) (Michigan 70-74)
(ESL 031,041,051)
2—475-499 (CBT 152-172) (Michigan 75-79)
(ESL 032,042,052)
Advanced Level: 1—500-524 (CBT 173-195) (Michigan 80-84)
(ESL 121,131)
2—525-549 (CBT 196-212) (Michigan 85-89)
(ESL 122,132)
To progress from one level to the next, students must earn a minimum
grade of C in the course work and achieve a minimum TOEFL score as
follows:
Intermediate Level:
Advanced Level:
1—475 (CBT 152) (ESL 031 ,041 ,051)
2—500 (CBT 173) (ESL 032,042,052)
1—525 (CBT 196) (ESL 121,131)
2—550 (CBT 213) (ESL 122,132)
Interm ediate Level Courses
ESL 031
ESL 032
ESL 041
ESL 042
Languag
Languag
Languag
Languag
_ Hours Intermediate Level Courses, continued Hours
(Non-Credit) (Non-Credit )
Is I Writing 1 3 ESL 051 Language Skills I:
s I W riling 2 3 Reading/Discourse 1 3
Is I G ram marl 3 ESL 052 Language Skills I:
Is I Grammar2 3 Reading/Discourse 2 3
ESL 061 Language Skills I: TOEFL Prep 1
Students are allowed to take three additional non ESL credit hours for elective college credit
'Hours
Advanced Level Courses: 'Hours
ESL 121 Language Skills II:
Writing/Grammar 1 3
ESL 122 Language Skills II:
Writing/Grammar 2 3
ESL 131 Language Skills II:
Reading/Discourse 1 3
*ln the Advanced level students may earn up to a maximum of 6 elective credit hours based on the highest
grades earned. Students are allowed to take 6 additional non ESL credit hours for elective college credit.
Advanced Level Courses, continued
ESL 132 Language Skills II:
Reading/Discourse 2 3
ESL 141 Language Skills II: TOEFL Prep
1 (n/c)
Inglish 141
ESL 031. Language Skills I: Writing 1 3 hours (non-credit)
Prerequisite: TOEFL score between 450-474 (CBT 133-151) or 70-74 on the Michigan
Test
A study of the steps in the writing process, the parts of the paragraph and basic essay,
and several important patterns of organization. Emphasis on sentence structure and
practice in academic writing skills. Students who do not both earn a minimum grade of
C and achieve the minimum designated TOEFL score of 475 (CBT 152) will be required
to repeat the course. A fee for the TOEFL test will be charged to the student's
account.
ESL 032. Language Skills I: Writing 2 3 hours (non-credit)
Prerequisite: TOEFL score between 475-499 (CBT 152-172) or 75-79 on the Michigan
Test
A study of the steps in the writing process, the parts of the paragraph and the basic
essay, and several important patterns of organization. Emphasis on sentence
structure and practice in academic writing skills. Students who do not both earn a
minimum grade of C and achieve the minimum designated TOEFL score of 500 (CBT
173) will be required to repeat the course. A fee for the TOEFL test will be charged to
the student's account.
ESL 041. Language Skills I: Grammar 1 3 hours (non-credit)
Prerequisite: TOEFL score between 450-474 (CBT 133-151) or 70-74 on the Michigan
Test
A study of form, meaning and use of standard American English grammar. Emphasis
on the application of correct grammatical structures in spoken and written English.
Students who do not both earn a minimum grade of C and achieve the minimum
designated TOEFL score of 475 (CBT 1 52) will be required to repeat the course. A fee
for the TOEFL test will be charged to the student's account.
ESL 042. Language Skills I: Grammar 2 3 hours (non-credit)
Prerequisite: TOEFL score between 475-499 (CBT 152-172) or 75-79 on the Michigan
Test
A study of form, meaning and use of standard American English grammar. Emphasis
on the application of correct grammatical structures in spoken and written English.
Students who do not both earn a minimum grade of C and achieve the minimum
designated TOEFL score of 500 (CBT 173) will be required to repeat the course. A fee
for the TOEFL test will be charged to the student's account.
ESL 051. Language Skills I: Reading/Discourse 1 3 hours (non-credit)
Prerequisite: TOEFL score between 450-474 (CBT 133-151) or 70-74 on the Michigan
Test
A student of basic reading strategies and practice in analysis of interpretation.
Emphasis also given to oral communication skills in academic and non-academic
situations. Students who do not both earn a minimum grade of C and achieve the
minimum designated TOEFL score of 475 (CBT 152) will be required to repeat the
course. A fee for the TOEFL test will be charged to the student's account.
ESL 052. Language Skills I: Reading/Discourse 2 3 hours (non-credit)
Prerequisite: TOEFL score between 475-499 (CBT 152-172) or 75-79 on the Michigan
Test
A study of basic reading strategies and practice in analysis of interpretation. Emphasis
also given to oral communication skills in academic and non-academic situations.
Students who do not both earn a minimum grade of C and achieve the minimum
designated TOEFL score of 500 (CBT 173) will be required to repeat the course. A fee
for the TOEFL test will be charged to the student's account.
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ESL 061. Language Skills I: TOEFL Preparation 1 hour (non-credit)
Prerequisite: Admission to the ESL program
A course designed to help Intermediate students prepare for the TOEFL test, giving
practice and experience in all areas of the test.
ESL 121. Language Skills II: Writing/Grammar 1 3 hours
Prerequisite: TOEFL score between 500-524(CBT 1 73-1 95); Michigan Test 80-84, and
for students who have entered the program with TOEFL scores below 500 (CBT 173), a
minimum grade of C in each of the Language Skills I classes.
This course focuses on the composing of well-developed texts for a variety of writing
tasks. It explores the writing process and how the correct use of grammar improves
writing effectiveness. Students who do not both earn a minimum grade of C and
achieve the minimum designated TOEFL score of 525 (CBT 196) will be required to
repeat the course. A fee for the TOEFL test will be charged to the student's account.
ESL 122. Language Skills II: Writing/Grammar 2 3 hours
Prerequisite: TOEFL score between 525-549 (CBT 196-212); Michigan Test 85-89,
and for students who have entered the program with TOEFL scores below 525 (CBT
1 96), a minimum grade of C in each of the Language Skills I classes.
This course focuses on the composing of well-developed texts for a variety of writing
tasks. It explores the writing process and how the correct use of grammar improves
writing effectiveness. Students who do not both earn a minimum grade of C and
achieve the minimum designated TOEFL score of 550 (CBT 213) will be required to
repeat the course. A fee for the TOEFL test will be charged to the student's account.
ESL 131. Language Skills II: Reading/Discourse 1 3 hours
Prerequisite: TOEFL score between 500-524 (CBT 173-195); Michigan Test 80-84,
and for students who have entered the program with TOEFL scores below 500 (CBT
1 73), a minimum grade of C in each of the Language Skills I classes.
An integrated course to develop reading, speaking, and listening skills for academic
related situations. Students who do not both earn a minimum grade of C and achieve
the minimum designated TOEFL score of 525 (CBT 196) will be required to repeat the
course. A fee for the TOEFL test will be charged to the student's account.
ESL 132. Language Skills II: Reading/Discourse 2 3 hours
Prerequisite: TOEFL score between 525-549 (CBT 196-212); Michigan Test 85-89,
and for students who have entered the program with TOEFL scores below 525 (CBT
1 96), a minimum grade of C in each of the Language Skills I classes.
An integrated course to develop reading, speaking, and listening skills for academic
related situations. Students who do not both earn a minimum grade of C and achieve
the minimum designated TOEFL score of 550 (CBT 213) will be required to repeat the
course. A fee for the TOEFL test will be charged to the student's account.
ESL 141. Language Skills II: TOEFL Preparation 1 hour (non-credit)
Prerequisite: Admission to the ESL program
A course designed to help Advanced students prepare for the TOEFL test, giving
practice and experience in all areas of the test.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION
ENGL 100. Basic Writing 3 hours
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Focuses on development of writing skills necessary for successful entry into ENGL 101
and for increasing English ACT scores. Students whose English ACT score is 16 or
below are required to register for this class. In special cases where a Basic Writing
student demonstrates the skills to succeed in ENGL 101, the composition coordinator
and the teacher of Basic Writing may agree to admit a student to ENGL 101 whose
ACT is 16 or below. Students successfully completing this course will earn three
institutional elective credits. To pass this course, students must earn a minimum grade
of C. Near the end of the course, students will be required to take the English section
of the ACT test and must score 17 or higher in order to progress into College
Composition 101. The test fee will be charged to their accounts. ENGL 100 does
not count toward an English major or minor.
ENGL 101-102. College Composition (A-1) 3,3 hours
Prerequisite to ENGL 101: ACT score of 17 or higher, or TOEFL score of 550 or
higher.
ENGL 101 is prerequisite to ENGL 102.
A two-semester course focusing strongly on the writing process, especially revision.
ENGL 101 emphasizes specific writing skills and principles which readily apply to most
writing tasks. Students write expository essays organized according to pre-scribed
modes. ENGL 102 reinforces the proficiencies developed in ENGL 101 while focusing
on rhetorical and reasoning skills which apply to various persuasive and research
writing activities. Students write persuasive essays and a research paper. This course
does not count toward an English major or minor. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
ENGL 205. Grammar and Linguistics for Teachers 3 hours
A thorough review of traditional grammar and standard American usage, a survey of
other grammatical approaches, and an introduction to linguistic topics relevant to the
prospective elementary school teacher. These include the history and development of
the English language, the nature of language and pedagogical implications, and issues
surrounding dialects in the classroom. (Fall)
ENGL 305. Advanced Grammar 3 hours
Prerequisite: Minimum English ACT usage subscore of 13, ENGL 205, or a challenge
exam.
Syntactic analysis employing a descriptive/generative grammatical approach.
Designed for English majors. (Fall)
ENGL 312. Creative Writing: Language Arts
Elementary Teacher (G-1) (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: Three hours of literature.
A workshop experience designed to provide teachers with tools and skills needed in the
elementary classroom. Work provides opportunities to experiment with various genres
suitable to the student's chosen level of teaching as well as experience in evaluating
creative writings. (Winter)
ENGL 313. Expository Writing (G-1) (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 102
A workshop approach that provides practical instruction in expository writing for all
disciplines. Emphasis on developing a natural writing style; writing economical but lively
prose; increasing vocabulary; and cultivating a writing process which frees writer's block
and facilitates thoughtful, cogent, focused, coherent, and fluent writing. Involves reading
and analysis of a wide variety of writing. Helpful for all students wishing to improve their
writing skills, particularly those headed for graduate school or for professions in which
writing is important. Tailored to the needs and interests of students who enroll. (Fall)
ENGL 314. Creative Writing (G-1) (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: Three hours of literature or permission of instructor.
A study of the principles, techniques, and kinds of personalized writing, providing the
student with opportunity to develop his own style and to find possible markets for his
manuscripts that may be worthy of publication. This class is not available for audit.
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(Winter)
ENGL 315. Introduction to Linguistics 3 hours
A survey course focusing on the nature of language and language change, language
variety, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and ethical issues in language use.
Also includes a survey of the history and development of the English language.
(Winter)
ENGL 457. U.S. Latino Literature (W) 3 hours
See SPAN 457 for course description.
ENGL 491. English Practicum 1-3 hours
Prerequisites: 18 hours in the major, ENGL 313 Expository Writing or ENGL 314
Creative Writing, and formal approval by the department.
The student gains on-the-job experience using English skills in a part-time work
situation (maximum of 25 hours per week). A department coordinator works with the
student and a local business to oversee placement and evaluation. Both the student
and the business assess in writing the quality and nature of the work experience. The
student receives 1 credit hour for each 50 hours of work experience. Positions can be
paid or non-paid. Procedures and guidelines are available from the department.
(Pass/Fail credit).
ENGL 492. English Internship 3 hours
Prerequisites: 18 hours in the major, ENGL 313 Expository Writing or ENGL 314
Creative Writing, and formal approval by the department.
The student gains on-the-job experience using English skills in a full-time work situation
(minimum of 35 hours per week). A department coordinator works with the student and
a selected business to oversee placement and evaluation. Both the student and the
business assess in writing the quality and nature of the work experience. A minimum of
150 hours of supervised work is required. Positions can be paid or non-paid.
Procedures and guidelines are available from the department. (Pass/Fail credit).
LITERATURE
ENGL 214. Survey of American Literature (D-2) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 102.
A study of representative selections from major American authors, colonial through
modern, with emphasis on ideas, attitudes, and trends having individual, national, and
universal interest. (Fall)
ENGL 215. Survey of English Literature (D-2) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 102.
A study of representative selections by British writers, with special emphasis on the
author's philosophy as compared or contrasted with Bible-based thinking, and a review
of literary trends and influences from the late Roman period to the present. Among
writers receiving strong attention are Chaucer, Shakespeare, Donne, Milton,
Wordsworth.
ENGL 216. Approaches to Literature (D-2) 3 hours
A study of what recognized poets, short-story writers, dramatists, and novelists have to
say about the human condition, emphasizing the various approaches to literature and
including an introduction to literary terms and critical evaluation.
ENGL 217. World Literature in Translation (D-2) 3 hours
Prerequisite: E N G L 1 2 .
A study of significant selections of world literature in translation, both western and
non-western. Emphasis on ideas and qualities that give these works enduring value.
(Winter, even years)
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ENGL 323. Nineteenth-Century American Literature (D-2) (W) 3 hours
A chronological study of major nineteenth-century American writers and their works
beginning with the writings of Washington Irving and the emergence of a genuine
"American" literature and ending with Stephen Crane and Jack London whose
naturalistic works bridge the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Among the authors
studied are Cooper, Bryant, Longfellow, Emerson, Thoreau, Poe, Hawthorne, Melville,
Whitman, Dickinson, Twain, and James. (Fall, even years)
ENGL 335. Biblical Literature (D-2) (W) 3 hours
A study of some of the literary masterpieces of the Bible in English translation. The
course applies techniques of oral interpretation and literary analysis (including
emphasis upon uses of poetic and rhetorical devices and of figures of speech) to forms
of literature such as address, proverb, parable, poem, short story, epistle, and
apocalypse. (Winter, odd years)
ENGL 336. Medieval and Renaissance Literature (D-2) (W) 3 hours
From Chaucer through Milton, the writers and their times. Readings in Middle English
narrative, allegory, play, and meditation; in sixteenth and seventeenth-century prose,
poetry and dramatic literature, with the study of genre, conventions, and trends. Specific
attention to moral and religious issues. (Winter, odd years)
ENGL 337. Nineteenth-Century British Literature (D-2) (W) 3 hours
A study of British writers from the Romantic or Victorian periods (1785-1901), with
special emphasis upon Blake, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Byron, Shelley, Keats, Austen,
Tennyson, Dickens, Arnold, Browning, Carlyle, and Wilde. (Winter, even years)
ENGL 338. Twentieth-Century Writers (D-2) (W) 3 hours
A study of twentieth-century writers with an emphasis on American and/or British works,
although world literature in translation may be included. (Winter)
ENGL 425. Literature of the South (D-2) (W) 3 hours
A study of works written by Faulkner, Welty, Warren, Wright, O'Connor and other
southern writers which embody the distinctive cultural heritage of the South. An
emphasis on the literary treatment of southern traditions and themes. (Fall, odd years)
ENGL 430. Library Materials for Young Adults and Adults 2 hours
A survey of the variety of books and related materials available for grades 7-12.
Specifically designed for prospective SDA academy teachers, this course correlates
critical evaluation and selection to the interests, uses, and specific needs of young
adults as they develop their reading habits and skills. Includes a study of censorship
and copyright law. (Winter)
ENGL 444. Restoration and Eighteenth-Century Literature (D-2) (W) 3 hours
This course considers English literature written between the Restoration and Romantic
Revolution. Included are poets and essayists from Milton to Johnson, novelists like
Defoe and Fielding, and comic playwrights such as Gay and Goldsmith. (Winter, odd
years)
ENGL 445. Ancient Classics (D-2) (W) 3 hours
After beginning with the three great epics that underlie the literature of the Western
World — the Iliad, the Odyssey, and The Book of Job — the course considers a range of
Greek and Roman works. Collateral emphasis is on enhancing a student's ability to
distinguish between classical Greco-Roman and Judeo-Christian modes of thought.
(Fall)
ENGL 465. Topics in English 1-3 hours
Selected topics in English presented in a classroom setting. Subjects covered will
determine how the class applies to the major. This course may be repeated for credit.
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ENGL 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
The content of this course will be adjusted to meet the particular needs of the student.
This course also includes credit offered by the English Department on directed study
tours. Open only to English majors or minors with the approval of the department
chairman in consultation with the prospective instructor. This course may be repeated
for credit.
EDUCATION
EDUC 438. Curriculum and Content Methods/English 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Attention is given to methods and materials of instruction, planning, testing, and
evaluating student performance; the survey and evaluation of textbooks is also
included.
(A-1) (D-2) (D-4) (G-1) (W) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general education requirements.
History
Chair: Benjamin McArthur
Faculty: Lisa Clark Diller, Mark Peach, Dennis Pettibone
History is the study of the human experience. It investigates mankind's
ideas, institutions, and activities. In pursuing this investigation, history
courses at Southern Adventist University emphasize the Christian view of
humanity. This perspective recognizes both the potential and the limitation of
human endeavor and thereby permits a broader comprehension of the past
and a greater hope for the future.
Approval of study programs for history majors. Departmental approval is
necessary for all programs. A student majoring in history must plan his/her
entire study program with a member of the history faculty. Approval is then
considered on an individual basis and is granted on the following conditions:
1. Compliance with graduation requirements as explained elsewhere in the
catalog.
2. Fulfillment of the professional and individual needs of the student.
3. Embodiment of academic balance and continuity.
4. Completion of senior year assessment.
ASSESSMENT
Assessment of seniors consists of two parts. First, in the spring semester
of their senior year students will take the ETS Major Field Achievement Test
in history. Second, at the beginning of the fall semester seniors will take a
departmental exam. Preparation for this exam will constitute a one-hour
independent study course involving: 1) reading a selected few classics of
historical literature; 2) reviewing one's history course work utilizing several
thematic questions provided by the history faculty. The subsequent
examination will be in the form of a one-hour interview of the candidate by
the history faculty. This will be based on the above mentioned materials and
also on the student's portfolio of major papers accumulated during his/her
history course work. The oral examination is graded on an Honors, Pass, or
Fail basis. A failure requires further preparation by the student and another
interview before graduation.
BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE IN HISTORY
Major— B. A. History (30 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
HIST 154, 155 Amer History & Instit 6
HIST 174, 175 World Civilizations 6
HIST 297 Historiography 2
HIST 490 Senior Exam Preparation 1
HIST 499 Research Meth in History (W) 3
Of the remaining 12 hours, 10 UD hours are required from either American or
European History.
Six hours of political science may apply to the major.
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Major— B. A. History (30 Hours)
cont.
Require 2 Courses [at leastl from : Hours
(American History)
HIST 353 From Colony to Nation (W) 3
HIST 355 History of the South (W) 3
HIST 356 Natives and Strangers (W) 3
HIST 357 Modern America (W) 3
HIST 359 Trans of American Culture (W) 3
PLSC 254 Amer Nat & State Gov 3
PLSC 353 From Colony to Nation (W) 3
PLSC 357 Modern America (W) 3
Required Cognates Hours
Inter Level of Foreign Lang 6
Require 1 of the following :
Principles of Macroeconomics 3
PLSC 224
GEOG 204
World Geography
Reguire 2 Courses [at leastl from :
Hours
(European History)
HIST 374 History of England (W) 3
HIST 375 Ancient World (W) 3
HIST 386 Rise of the West (W) 3
HIST 387 Europe in the 19 th Century (W) 3
HIST 388 Contemporary Europe (W) 3
HIST 471 Classics of West Thought I (W) 3
HIST 472 Classics of West Thought II (W) 3
PLSC 388 Contemporary Europe (W) 3
PLSC 471 Classics of West Thought I (W) 3
PLSC 472 Classics of West Thought II (W) 3
HIST 364 Christian Church I (W)
OR 3
HIST 365 Christian Church II (W)
Upper-division history classes seek to improve skills of writing and speech.
All such classes require analytical writing as part of the course work.
Additionally, many classes involve discussion and oral class reports as
partial basis for the student's grade, most notably HIST 499, Research
Methods in History, which requires an extended formal presentation of
student research.
History majors must display the ability to apply computer usage to their
discipline in two ways: first, a facility with word processing; and second, by
a facility in accessing information via the Internet.
Sample
Freshman
Year Sequence
B.A.
History
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
Hours
HIST 154
American History
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
Area B, Religion
3
HIST 155
American History
3
Area F, Behav/Family/
Area A-2, Mathematics
0-3
Health Science
3
Area F, Behav/Family/
Area D, Lit/Fine Art
Health Science
2
OR
3
Area D, Lit/Fine Art
Area D-1, Beg For Lang
15
OR
Area D-1 , Beg For Lang
Elect ives
3
5-2
16
Minor — History (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
HIS I 174 World Civilizations 3
HIST 175 World Civilizations 3
The additional twelve hours will be chosen from remaining history
courses, six hours of which must be upper division. A minimum of three
hours must be chosen from each of the American and European areas.
Three hours of political science may be taken in lieu of three hours of history.
A student planning to minor in history in order to obtain a second teaching
area for denominational certification must take 22 hours (18 hours in history
courses) and must include HIST 154, 155, 174, 175, PLSC 254, and GEOG
204 or PLSC 224.
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Minor — Political Economy (18 Hours)
Combines an interdisciplinary selection of courses helpful for law school
preparation. For a further description of this pre-law preparation program,
see page 267.
Minor — Political Science (18 Hours)
This minor provides opportunity for students to gain practical experience
in governmental work as part of an academic program. There are two types
of internships for the minor: a Washington D.C. internship supervised by
Columbia Union College; and a Tennessee State legislative internship in
Nashville. Either internship will give intensive exposure to state or federal
government or public advocacy work. There are also opportunities to work in
a religious advocacy organization in the nation's capital with the CUC
program.
The Political Science minor is an 18-hour program, 9 or 12 hours of which
(depending on whether a summer or semester-long internship was taken)
would consist of the internship credit. The balance of the minor would
require:
1. PLSC 254 American Government
2. 3 to 6 hours of other PLSC courses
For more details on the program, see the History Department chair.
History as a preprofessional degree: A student majoring in history who
plans to enter a professional school in an area such as medicine or law must
present a balanced program of general education classes and electives that
will support the professional objectives.
History as a preparation for teaching: A student majoring in history
who plans to prepare for secondary teacher certification must include six
hours upper division Political Science in the major and must also take PLSC
224, 254; and GEOG 204. It is strongly recommended that the student also
earn teaching credentials in a field outside of history. No specific supporting
field is required but art, behavioral science, business, English, modern
languages, and religion are recognized as intimately related to the study of
history. A student may receive denominational certification to teach history
as a second area by completing a minor in history (see under Minor below).
Since the entire second semester of the senior year is devoted to certification
requirements, students earning teacher certification must finish all history
class work before reaching the final semester. Students applying for teacher
certification must consult with the School of Education and Psychology to
draft a schedule of classes meeting certification requirements.
The student must apply for Initial Admission to the Teacher Education
Program (usually by the end of the sophomore year) after completing all
requirements as outlined under ADMISSION PROCEDURES in the School
of Education and Psychology section of the catalog. Initial admission is
required before the student can enroll in upper division education courses.
The student must also complete an application and all other requirements
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for Admission to Student Teaching. Prior to the professional semester, the
student must take and pass the PRAXIS II licensure exam — both the
appropriate section of the Principles of Learning and Teaching, and the
particular specialty test(s) for the licensure area(s).
History Department tours: The Department of History regularly
sponsors study tours to foreign countries. The purpose of these tours is to
provide students and other participants with an enhanced understanding of
history and culture through a combination of traditional lecture and reading
with direct observation of historical sites. Academic activities connected
with the tours require students to spend an amount of
time equal to that expected in a regular classroom setting. Preparatory
meetings and assigned reading are included in this computation. Course
credit is offered under HIST
295/495 Directed Study in History. Cost of the tours includes charge for
academic credit.
History as general education: Freshman and sophomore students
earning general education credit in history should take courses from the 100
and 200 level. Junior and senior students meeting general education
requirements in history should select courses from the 300 and 400 level.
HISTORY
HIST 154, 155. American History and Institutions (C-1) 3,3 hours
An introductory survey of the nation from colonial times to the present. The
development of its politics, government and social institutions is covered in each
semester of the sequence. This course is recommended as general education for
freshmen and sophomores. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
HIST 174, 175. World Civilizations (C-1) 3,3 hours
A study of the development of Western and non-Western culture and government,
emphasizing the evolution of European society and its interaction with
non-European civilizations. This course is recommended as general education for
freshmen and sophomores.
HIST 297. Historiography 2 hours
A course examining historiography, which is the study of historical consciousness
and historical writing. The class will focus on Western historiography (classical,
European, and the United States). General education credit will not be given.
HIST 353. From Colony to Nation (C-1) (W) 3 hours
A detailed survey of American political and social history from 1607 to 1800, including
the founding of the thirteen colonies, the American Revolution, and the establishment of
the new nation.
HIST 355. History of the South (C-1) (W) 3 hours
A study of the American South from the Early National period through Reconstruction.
Prominent issues will include slavery, sectionalism, the Civil War, and Reconstruction.
HIST 356. Natives and Strangers (C-1) (W) 3 hours
History 151
A study of immigration and the role of ethnic groups in American society. Special
emphasis on the tension between assimilation and pluralism in the national character.
HIST 357. Modern America (C-1 ) (W) 3 hours
A study of American History from 1900 on with special examination of the progressive
era, normalcy, the depression, the New Deal, and the role of the United States in world
affairs. (Fall)
HIST 359. Transformation of American Culture (C-1) (W) 3 hours
A topical approach to nineteenth and twentieth-century American history, focusing on
the modernization of life. Among the topics that may be covered are entertainment, the
media, urban culture, social relations, transportation, and art and architecture.
HIST 364. Christian Church I: From the Early Church
Through the Middle Ages (C-1) (W) 3 hours
A study of the history of western Christianity from the end of the apostolic period to the
end of the Middle Ages, emphasizing both institutional and theological development.
(Fall)
HIST 365. Christian Church II: From the Reformation
Through the Twentieth Century (C-1) (W) 3 hours
A study of the reorientation of western Christianity, beginning with the Protestant
Reformation and culminating with contemporary religious trends. (Winter)
HIST 374. History of England (C-1) (W) 3 hours
A survey of the history of Great Britain from Roman times to the twentieth century,
emphasizing political, cultural, and economic developments which have influenced
western civilization as a whole.
HIST 375. Ancient World (C-1) (W) 3 hours
A study of the three stages of ancient civilization, the Ancient Near East, Greece,
Rome, and the contribution each has made to the development of western culture.
HIST 386. Rise of the West (C-1 ) (W) 3 hours
A study of European history from the fall of Rome to the beginning of the modern age,
focusing on those developments which have influenced the institutions and values of
modern western civilization. The chronological emphasis is on the eleventh through the
sixteenth centuries.
HIST 387. Europe in the Nineteenth Century (C-1) (W) 3 hours
A study of Europe's "long century," from the French Revolution of 1789 to the beginning
of World War I in 1914. The course traces Europe's development from a
predominantly aristocratic and agricultural culture to an emerging democratic and
industrial civilization, devoting particular attention to cultural and social changes.
HIST 388. Contemporary Europe (C-1) [465 (W)] 3 hours
An assessment of political developments and international relations since the outbreak
of World War I. Such antithetical forces as peace and war, power and weakness, and
sovereignty and dependence are studied in their historical setting. Students may earn
either history or political science credit, depending on individual assignments.
HIST 265/465. Topics in History (C-1) [465 (W)] 3 hours
Selected topics in history presented in classroom setting. Subjects covered will
determine whether credit is granted in Area I or Area II. This course may be repeated
for credit.
HIST 471 . Classics of Western Thought I (C-1 ) (W) 3 hours
A study of the key thinkers in western thought from the Heroic Age of Greece to the
Renaissance. Reading from original sources, this class will emphasize the discussion
and analysis of ideas that have formed the basis of western thought. Included in the
readings are selections from Herodotus, Cicero, St. Augustine, Boccaccio, Montaigne,
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and St. Ignatius of Loyola.
HIST 472. Classics of Western Thought II (C-1) (W) 3 hours
A study of the key thinkers in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Reading from
original sources, this class will emphasize discussion of critical ideas that have effected
the evolution of contemporary social and political thought. Included in the readings are
selections from Locke, Mill, Marx, Nietzsche, Lenin, and Hitler.
HIST 490. Senior Exam Preparation 1 hour
Independent study and reading in preparation for the assessment exam taken by senior
history majors.
HIST 295/495. Directed Study (C-1 ) [495(W)] 1 -3 hours
A course emphasizing individual directed study. The instructor to whom a student is
assigned will determine whether credit is upper or lower division. This course also
includes credit offered by the History Department on directed study tours. Writing
emphasis credit for HIST 495 only. Approval of the department is required prior to
registration.
HIST 497. Research Methods in History (W) 3 hours
Prerequisites: Word processing and familiarity with Internet are prerequisites to this
course.
Historical theories, procedures, and research methods are examined in conjunction with
the preparation of a research project. (Fall)
POLITICAL SCIENCE
PLSC 224. Principles of Macroeconomics (C-2) 3 hours
See ECON 224 for course description.
PLSC 254. American National and State Government (C-2) 3 hours
An examination of the operation of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of
government of the national, state, and local levels.
PLSC 353. From Colony to Nation (C-2) (W) 3 hours
See HIST 353 for course description.
PLSC 357. Modern America (C-2) (W) 3 hours
See HIST 357 for course description.
PLSC 388. Contemporary Europe (C-2) (W) 3 hours
See HIST 388 for course description.
PLSC 465. Topics in Political Science (C-2) 3 hours
See HIST 465 for course description.
PLSC 471 . Classics of Western Thought I (C-2) (W) 3 hours
See HIST 471 for course description.
PLSC 472. Classics of Western Thought II (C-2) (W) 3 hours
See HIST 472 for course description.
PLSC 295/495. Directed Study (C-1) [495(W)] 1-3 hours
See HIST 295/495 for course description
GEOGRAPHY
History 153
GEOG 204. World Geography 3 hours
(C-2 credit for elementary education majors only).
Maps, land forms, soil, mineral resources, weather, and climate are considered. Man's
adjustment to various physiographic regions is studied. (Fall)
GEOG 306. Cultural Geography (C-2) 3 hours
A course for student missionaries assigned to a country other than the United States.
Focuses on geographic and social characteristics. Activities include assigned reading
prior to departure, journal of on-site observations, formal paper after return to campus.
Prior to departure, the student will make all arrangements with a teacher assigned by
the Department of History. A two-thirds tuition waiver applies to this class. Refer to
policy on page 280.
EDUCATION
EDUC. 438. Curriculum and Content Methods/History 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Attention is given to methods and materials of instruction, planning, testing, and
evaluating student performances, and the survey and evaluation of textbooks.
(C-1 ) (C-2) (W) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general education requirements.
Interdisciplinary
The student-designed major is an interdisciplinary program available to
any student who wishes to develop a more individualized program of study
than those provided by existing majors. It is a coherent program of study
that crosses disciplinary lines. One of the major disciplines must be chosen
as the primary discipline to provide a coherent focus for the major. In
planning the interdisciplinary major, the student selects an advisory
committee of three faculty members, two from the primary discipline
(including the department/school chair or dean) and one of the secondary
disciplines. The Associate Vice-President of Academic Administration also
serves on the advisory committee.
All students interested in developing an interdisciplinary major or in
applying to the major must meet with the Associate Vice-President of
Academic Administration. The requirements are intended to ensure that the
interdisciplinary major is integrally related to the goals of a liberal arts
education and appropriately reflect the disciplines involved. Each course of
study is approved only on a case-by-case basis.
Interdisciplinary major is a privilege granted by the University to students
who display unusual motivation to study an area not included among its
degree programs. Although the individual student is responsible for the
design and planning of the program, he or she must fulfill the following
requirements:
1. Completion of general education requirements (including the
intermediate level of a foreign language for B.A. degree).
2. The advisory committee must approve the admission to the major.
Applications must be made no later than fall semester of the junior year.
An applicant should have a minimum grade point average of 3.50.
Continuation in the program requires a grade point average of at least
3.30 each semester.
3. Majors will be approved only where university faculty and courses can
provide a degree program of high quality. New courses will not be
created for a student; however, a directed study course may be
provided. In special cases up to nine (9) hours of transfer credit from
another institution may apply to a major, particularly of specialized
courses not available at SAU.
4. Bachelor of Art degree majors must have 30 hours, of which a minimum
of 14 hours will be upper division. A second major or a minor from
SAU's degree programs must be included.
5. Bachelor of Science majors must have 42 hours, of which a minimum of
18 hours will be upper division.
6. Courses for the major shall be chosen from at least two and not more
than four disciplines.
7. Both B.A. and B.S. majors must include a three (3) hour research
project (accomplished under a directed study number). Students will
provide a defense of their project before their advisory committee.
8. In order to graduate, the student must have a minimum of 124 semester
hours, 40 upper division hours, and three writing classes.
At least 30 of the semester hours in the major must be taken in residence
after the student's application and proposal for the major have been
approved by the advisory committee. A grade of C or better must be
obtained in all courses in the interdisciplinary major.
For the students who design their major, their transcript will give the
degree and major: "Interdisciplinary" with the concentration as approved by
the Advisory Committee.
It should be noted that any students receiving VA education benefits must
have their interdisciplinary major and course of study submitted to and
approved by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission as the State
Approving Agency before certification to the VA.
SchoolofJournalis
and Communication
Dean: Volker H e n n in g
Faculty: Lorraine Ball, Lynn Caldwell, Denise Childs, John Keyes, Stephen
Ruf
Greg Rumsey
Adjunct Faculty: Jim Erwin, David Hamilton, Wesley Hasden, Tom Hunter
Dan Jones, Clinton Robertson, Billy Weeks
Advisory Council: A current list of Advisory Council members is kept in the
School
of Journalism & Communication.
MISSION STATEMENT
In harmony with Southern Adventist University's Christian environment,
the School's programs integrate theory and practical skills necessary for
graduates to serve in communication-related careers or to enter graduate
school.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
To graduate with a degree from the School of Journalism and
Communication, acceptance to the School is required. Declaration as a
major is not the equivalent to acceptance to the School of Journalism and
Communication. Minimum requirements for admission to the School of
Journalism and Communication are:
■ Acceptance to Southern Adventist University.
■ Completion of category A general education English and Math
requirement.
■ Completion of COMM 103 and JOUR 105 with a grade of "C" or better.
■ Earned overall GPA of 2.25 or better.
Students pursuing a major offered by the School of Journalism and
Communication should apply for admission at the end of the freshman year.
Transfer students will be considered for admission after completing six hours
of major courses in residence with a grade of "C" or better.
The School of Journalism and Communication provides an educational
environment in which future leaders in telecommunications, journalism,
public relations, and related areas can acquire the enduring ethical concepts,
the intellectual discipline, and the professional abilities necessary to the
mastery and management of a wide range of writing, editing, and other
journalistic and public relations skills and techniques.
The School offers the Bachelor of Arts Degree with majors in Journalism
(News Editorial), Intercultural Communication, Broadcast Journalism, and
Public Relations, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mass Communication,
Bachelor of Science in Web Publishing with various emphases, a Bachelor of
Science Degree in Nonprofit Administration and Development as well as an
Associate of Science Degree in Media Technology. Minors are also
available in Advertising, Broadcast Journalism, Media Production,
Intercultural Communication, Journalism (News Editorial), Sales, Public
Relations, and Visual Communication.
The Journalism (News Editorial) major prepares students for careers as
reporters, writers and editors for daily and weekly newspapers, magazines,
wire services, publishing houses and for the vast array of publications that
serve the church, business, industry, governmental agencies, the medical
field, colleges and universities, and other non-profit organizations.
Students enrolling in the Broadcast Journalism major receive
preparation for careers in commercial and non-commercial radio and
television as reporters, producers, videographers, and managers.
Public Relations majors are prepared for careers in business, industry,
government, the church, colleges, universities, hospitals, and other medical
institutions, and in a wide range of organizations.
Students graduating with a degree in Intercultural Communication may
find work in multi-national corporations, non-profit organizations, government
agencies, and a variety of religious and educational institutions. Students
who pursue this degree are prepared to seek employment as communication
specialists in culturally diverse settings.
Students graduating with the Bachelor of Science in Mass
Communication have a broad communication education with a selected
specialty that prepares them for a large variety of communication jobs in the
church, in corporations, and also in non-profit organizations.
Southern Adventist University's Nonprofit Administration and
Development degree is designed to meet the demand for entry-level
managers with fund development expertise.
A degree in Web Publishing is designed to prepare students who want to
design and/or maintain web pages. The program is structured to
accommodate both those interested in pursuing web publishing within a
company as well as those who want to use entrepreneurial skills in running
their own web design company.
All of the school's bachelor's degree majors prepare students for entry into
graduate schools nationwide.
The associate degree in Media Technology prepares the student for
entry level positions in media production, desktop publishing, or web design.
The Advertising minor combined with such majors as Public Relations
prepares students for careers in advertising copywriting, advertising design
(when coupled with a second minor in Art), and creative directing.
The Sales minor combined with a Broadcast major prepares the student
for a job as account executive, promotion director, or a media buyer as well
as in station promotion. By adding the Sales minor, a student multiplies job
opportunities in the field of broadcasting.
Members of the faculty will advise each student in planning a study
program that is supportive of individual career goals, that meets degree
requirements of the School of Journalism and Communication, and fulfills
General Education requirements.
AMERICAN HUMANICS CERTIFICATION
The Nonprofit Administration and Development program is affiliated with
American Humanics, Inc., in Kansas City, which offers certification for
students who graduate with this degree. American Humanics is an alliance
of colleges, universities, and nonprofit organizations preparing
undergraduates for careers with youth and human service agencies through
specified curriculum, co-curricular activities, and internships. American
Humanics focuses on leadership and service to humanity, professionalism,
measurable competencies, and certification.
American Humanics' mission is "to prepare and certify future nonprofit
professionals to work with America's youth and families." American
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Humanics is affiliated with national nonprofit partners including:
■ American Red Cross
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America
• Boy Scouts of America
• Camp Fire Boys and Girls
• Girls Incorporated
• Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.
• Habitat for Humanity International
• Junior Achievement Inc.
• National Network for Youth
• Special Olympics, International
• United Way of America
• Volunteers of America
• YMCA of the U.S.A.
• YWCA of the U.S.A.
• and other nonprofits
Certification is not automatic with the completion of the degree; American
Humanics requires competencies in the following:
• career development
• communication
• personal leadership attributes
• historical and philosophical foundations
• youth and adult development
• board/committee development
• fund- raising principles and practices
• human resource development and supervision
• general nonprofit management
• nonprofit accounting and financial management
• nonprofit public relations
• program planning
• risk management
Besides nonprofit certification, the American Humanics certification
program offers the following:
• one-to-one mentioning
• networking with prospective employers
• opportunity to "try out" various nonprofit roles
• potential for references and referrals
• exposure to national nonprofit network
• scholarships
AMERICAN HUMANICS CERTIFICATION FOR OTHER MAJORS
Certification in American Humanics for students majoring in other areas is
also available. To make arrangements and apply for certification, contact
the campus director.
AMERICAN HUMANICS ASSESSMENT
Assessment will take place through the American Humanics certification
process and with internship and practicum supervisors.
JOB OUTLOOK
Because of the decline in government support of nonprofit, it is more
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valuable than ever that nonprofit managers have fund development skills.
The B.S. in Nonprofit Administration and Development degree is designed to
provide both training and internships in fund development as well as in
management.
The demand for graduates with these competencies is high with an
estimated 50,000 needed annually to fill new staff vacancies. More than one
million nonprofit organizations are at work across the country, employing 9
million people and aided by nearly 90 million volunteers. The Bureau of
Labor predicts a 45% increase in the need for youth and human service
professionals by the year 2002, when government support of the nonprofit
sector will decline by 28% or $1 25 billion.
MEET THE FIRMS
Meet the Firms is a program sponsored by the Schools of Business and
Management, Computing, Journalism and Communication, and Visual Art
and Design to facilitate students in locating internships and jobs in their fields
of study. Meet the Firms seminars are held each fall and winter semester in
preparation for the Meet the Firms event. A variety of invited companies
meet with students to interview, network, and mentor in preparation for
placement.
INTERNSHIPS AND ON-THE-JOB TRAINING
Because of the strong relationships which the school has developed with
the Chattanooga area mass media, students in journalism, broadcasting, and
public relations have many opportunities to meet and work with professionals
in television and radio news, in public relations, advertising, and on daily and
weekly newspapers.
Internships: Helping students locate internships on newspapers, in
publishing houses, in public relations and fund development departments, in
advertising agencies, and in radio and television newsrooms is a vital part of
the education program provided by the school.
An Advisory Council and a Consulting Board advise the school in
providing internships that give on-the-job experience. The school also
participates in the General Conference internship program in which students
work in various denominational institutions. The University radio station,
WSMC FM90.5, and other media outlets provide learning opportunities for
students in a number of courses.
Campus Publications: Students can gain valuable experience as writers,
editors, and producers by working on Student Association publications such
as Southern Accent, the campus newspaper; Southern Memories, the
yearbook; and Strawberry Festival, the annual multi-media review of the
year.
ASSESSMENT
To make satisfactory progress toward preparation for the job market,
students majoring in the school will be expected to attend school assemblies
and other professional meetings sponsored by the school.
Students should demonstrate their growing professionalism through
involvement in the operation of WSMC FM90.5; in the publication of the
Southern Accent, Southern Memories, or some other publication; or in
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communication activities for a campus, church, or community organization.
Participation in the School Communication Club and the Society of
Adventist Communicators as well as student membership in a national
professional organization such as the Society of Professional Journalists, the
International Association of Business Communicators, or the Public
Relations Student Society of America are also evidence of professional
commitment.
School files for each student majoring in the School serve as a source of
information for teachers asked to provide recommendations for students
seeking practicum, internships, or job positions.
Students in the School will be given a writing skills test when they take
JOUR 105. On the basis of the results, advisers will recommend any
needed remediation, which students must complete before registering for
other writing courses offered by the school.
School effectiveness will be assessed by combining the results of the
cumulative evaluations, student evaluations of courses, questionnaires
completed by supervisors of interns, alumni, and workshop attendees. To
determine that the curriculum meets the objectives of the school and the
standards of the Accrediting Council of Education in Journalism and Mass
Communication, the faculty makes an ongoing analysis of courses required
for majors.
PROGRAMS IN JOURNALISM, COMMUNICATION,
AND NONPROFIT ADMINISTRATION
Major — B.A. Journalism (News Editorial) (32 Hours)
(If a student both majors and minors in the school, at least 12 hours must not overlap
between the major and the minor.)
Required Cou
COMM 397
JOUR 105
JOUR 125
JOUR 205
JOUR 242
JOUR 313
JOUR 315
JOUR 316
JOUR 495
JOUR 356
JOUR 427
JOUR 488
rses Hours
Communication Research 3
Writing for the Media 3
Intro to Photography 3
News Reporting 3
Intro to Web Design 3
Publication Editing 3
Advanced Photography 2
Mag & Feature Art Writing (W)
OR 3
Honors Project
Advanced Reporting (W) 3
Mass Media Law & Ethics 3
Mass Communication & Soc (W)
Required Cognates
COMM 103
COMM 135
CPTE 245/345
EC0N213
HMNT205
PLSC 254
Intro to Communication
Intro to Public Speaking
Hours
3
3
Computer-Aided Publishing
Survey of Economics
Arts & Ideas 3
American Nat & State Gov 3
Literature Electives 3
Inter level Foreign language 6
Recommended Electives
MATH 215 Statistics 3
PREL235 Public Rel Princ & Theory 3
TECH 145 Intro to Graphic Arts 3
JOUR 492 Journalism Internship
OR 1-3
JOUR 391 Journalism Practicum
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Journalism (News Editorial)
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
COMM 103
Intro to Communication
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
JOUR 105
Writing for the Media
3
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
JOUR 125
Intro to Photography
3
Area D-1, Inter Foreign Lang
3
fif needed)
Area B, Religion
3
Area D-1, Inter F Lang
3
15
Gen Ed, Minor or Elect
4
Major — B.A. Broadcast Journalism (33 Hours)
(If a student both majors and minors in the school, at least 12 hours must not overlap
between the major and the minor.)
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Required Cou
BRDC 201
BRDC202
BRDC227
BRDC314
BRDC327
BRDC417
BRDC426
COMM397
JOUR 488
Society(W)
JOUR 105
JOUR 205
JOUR 427
rses Hours
Foundations of Broadcasting
Digital Audio Production
TV Studio Production
Broadcast News Writing (W)
Digital Video Production
Electronic Media Management
TV News Reporting & Perform
Communication Research
OR
Mass Communication
Writing for the Media
News Reporting
Mass Media Law & Ethics
Required Cognates
BMKI 326
Principles of Marketing
COMM 103 Intro to Communication
COMM135 Intro to Public Speaking
JOUR 242 Intro to Web Design
PLSC 254 Amer National & State Govt
Inter level of a foreign lang
Recommended Electives
Hours
3
3
3
3
3
6
AHIG 115
COMM 330
HMNT205
JOUR 341
JOUR 492
MATH 215
Intro to Computer Graphics 3
ntercultural Communication fW) 3
Arts & Ideas 3
Web Publication Management 3
lnternship:Broadcasting 3
Statistics 3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Broadcast Journalism
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
COMM 103
Intro to Communication
3
ENGL 102
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
JOUR 105
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
JOUR 201
Area B, Religion
3
Area D-1, Int For Lang
3
15
College Composition
Writing for the Media
Found of Broadcast
Area D-1, Int For Lang
Gen Ed, Minor or Electives
Hours
3
3
3
3
_4
16
Major— B.A. Public Relations (33 Hours)
(If a student both majors and minors in the school, at least 12 hours must not overlap
between the major and the minor.)
Required Courses Hours
JOUR 105 Writing for the Media 3
JOUR 205 News Reporting 3
JOUR 242 Intro to Web Design 3
JOUR 313 Publication Editing 3
JOU R 31 6 Mag & Feature Art Writing (W) 3
JOUR 427 Mass Media Law & Ethics 3
PREL 235 Public Rel Principles & Theory 3
PREL344 Fundamentals of Advertising 3
PREL 406 Persuasion & Propaganda (W) 3
PREL 482 Public Relations Campaign 3
PREL 485 Public Relations Techniques 3
Required Cognates Hours
COMM 103 Intro to Communication 3
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
COMM 397 Communication Research 3
JOUR 125 Intro to Photography 3
JOUR 208 Publication Tools & Tchniques 3
Inter level of foreign language 6
Lit or Fine Arts Electives 3
PREL 233 Intro to the Nonprofit Sector 3
Recommended Electives
COMM 330 Intercultural Communication (W) 3
BRDC 202 Digital Audio Production 3
BRDC 227 TV Studio Production 3
BRDC 314 Broadcast News Writing (W) 3
JOUR 356 Advanced Reporting (W) 3
MATH 215 Statistics " 3
PREL 368 Fund Development 3
PREL 492 Public Relations Internship 3
TECH 145 Introduction to Graphic Arts 3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Public Relations
1st Semester
ENGL 101
COMM 103
JOUR 125
College Composition
Intro to Communication
Intro to Photography
Area D-1 , Inter Foreign Lang
Area B, Religion
Hours
3
3
3
3
_3
15
2nd Semester
COMM 135
ENGL 102
JOUR 105
Intro to Public Speaking
College Composition
Writing for the Media
Area D-1, Inter Foreign Lang
Gen Ed, Minor or Electives
Hours
3
3
3
3
A
16
Major — B.A. Intercultural Communication (31-33)
Required Courses
Hours
COMM 103 Intro to Communication 3
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
COMM 136 Interpersonal Communication 3
COMM 330 Intercultural Comm (W) 3
JOUR 105 Writing for the Media 3
JOUR 427 Mass Media Law & Ethics 3
JOUR 488 Mass Communication & Soc (W)3
PREL 235 Public Rel Principles & Theory 3
PREL 406 Persuasion & Propaganda (W) 3
RELT368 World Religions (W) 3
Required Cognates
ENGL 315 Intro to Linguistics
GEOG 204 World Geography (C-2)
OR
GEOG 306 Cultural Geography (C-2)
HMNT 205 Arts & Ideas
SOC I 1 50 Cultural Anthropology
SOC I 230 Multicultural Relations
Hours
3
3
3
3
3
Select nine (9) hours from the following courses:
ART 345 Contemporary Art (W)*
162 School of Journalism and Communication
Select one (1) from the following courses:
COMM 291/391
COMM 495
JOUR 492
Intercultural Comm Pract
Directed Study (with an
intercultural topic)
Journalism Internship
Recommended Electives
BMKT 375 International Marketing 3
ECON 335 International Economics 3
MGNT363 International Business 3
SOCI 125 Introduction to Sociology 3
SOCI 196/496 Study Tour " 3
SOCI 424 Contemporary Social Problems 3
One modern non-English language (or certified
equivalent for a native speaker) as described in the
SAU catalog under "Modern Languages".
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Intercultural Communication
ENGL 445 Ancient Classics (W)* 3
HIST 356 Natives & Strangers (W) 3
-3 H 1ST 387 Europe in the 1 9 th Century (W)
OR 3
3 HIST/PLSC388 Contemporary Europe (W)
3 RELB 337 Archaeology & the OT 3
RELB 347 Archaeology & the NT 3
RELB 340 Middle East Study Tour 1-3
3 RELB 455 Archaeological Fieldwork 1-6
3 RELP 240/340 World Missions 3
3 *Satisfies humanities component for International
3 Studies
Required Minor (18 Hours)
1st Semester
COMM 103
COMM 135
ENGL 101
Hours
Intro to Communication 3
Intro to Public Speaking 3
College Composition 3
Area B, Religion 3
General Ed or Minor _3
15
2nd Semester
COMM 136
ENGL 102
JOUR 105
Interpersonal Comm
College Composition
Writing for the Media
Area C, Science
General Ed or Minor
Hours
3
3
3
3
_3
15
Major — B.S. Mass Communication (49-52 Hours)
Required Courses
Hours
BRDC 201 Foundations of Broadcasting 3
COMM 103 Intro to Communication 3
JOUR 105 Writing for the Media 3
JOUR 125 Intro to Photography 3
JOUR 205 News Reporting 3
JOUR 208 Publication Tools & Techniques 3
JOUR 242 Intro to Web Design 3
JOUR 427 Mass Media Law & Ethics 3
JOUR 488 Mass Commun & Society (W) 3
PREL235 PR Principles & Theory 3
Track 19-21
Required Cognates
COMM 135
CPTE 100
Intro to Public Speaking
Computer Concepts
Hours
Select eleven (1 1) hours from:
ART 109 Design Principles (G-1) 3
ARTG115 Intro to Computer Graphics 3
CPTE 105 Intro to Word Processing 1
CPTE 106 Intro to Spreadsheets 1
CPTE 107 Intro to Database 1
CPTE 109 Presentation Technology (A-4) 1
OR
BCPT104 Business Software 3
CPTE 245/345 Computer-Aided Publishing 3
TECH 129 Intro to Graphic Arts ~ 3
*Electtves: In consultation with your advisor choose 19-21 hours of electives within one of the following tracks.
Your selections must include at least 12 hours of upper division credit with most selected from JOUR/PREL
courses.
Advertising Track
(52 Hours)
Mass Communication Core 30
Advertising Core
COMM 397 Communication Research 3
PREL244 Sales 2
PREL344 Fundamentals of Advertising 3
PREL354 Advertising Copywriting " 2
PREL 406 Persuasion & Propaganda (W) 3
Select nine (9) hours:
ARTG210 Computer Graphic Design
&ARTG 212 Advanced Computer Graphics
&ARTG 332 Advertising Design
OR 9
BMKT 326 Principles of Marketing
& BMKT 327 Consumer Behavior
& COMM 330 Intercultural Communication (W)
JOUR 315 Advanced Photography 3
PREL 244 Sales ' 2
PREL 291/391 Practicum 1-3
PREL 492 Internship 3
BRDC 426
TV News & Performance
3
BRDC 445
Senior Project
1
COMM 315
Scriptwriting (W)
OR
3
BRDC 314
Broadcast News Writing (W)
Select three (3) hours:
ARTF215 Lighting 3
BRDC 417 Electronic Media Management 3
BRDC 291/391 Practicum 1-3
BRDC 492 Internship 3
Media Production Track (49 Hours)
Mass Communication Core 30
Media Production Core
BRDC 202 Digital Audio Production 3
BRDC 227 TV Studio Production 3
BRDC 327 Digital Video Production 3
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Public Relations Track (51 Houi
•s)
BRDC445
Senior Project
1
Mass Communication Core
30
COMM 326
Film Evaluation (W)
3
Public Relations Core
JOUR 315
Advanced Photography
3
COMM397
Communication Research
3
Select twelve
(12) hours :
JOUR 313
Publication Editing
3
ARTF215
Lighting
3
PREL344
Fundamentals of Advertising
3
ARTG 326
Digital Imaging
3
PREL406
Persuasion & Propaganda fW)
3
BRDC227
TV Studio Production
3
PREL482
Public Relations Campaigns
3
BRDC327
Digital Video Production
3
PREL485
Public Relations Techniques
3
CPTE 109
Presentation Technology
1
JOUR 291/39"
I Practicum
1-3
Select three (3) hours from:
JOUR492
Internship
3
COMM 330
Intercultural Comm fW)
3
JOUR 316
Mag & Feature Article Wrtg (W)
3
PREL233
Intro to the Nonprofit Sector
3
PREL368
Fund Development
3
PREL 291/391
Practicum
OR
1-3
PREL492
Internship
3
Visual Communication Track (49 Hours)
Mass Communication Core 30
Visual Communication Core
Writing/Editing Track (49 Hours)
Mass Communication Core 30
Writing/Editing Core
COMM 397 Communication Research 3
JOUR 313 Publication Editing 3
JOUR 316 Mag & Feature Article Wrtg (W) 3
JOUR 356 Advanced Reporting (W) 3
Select seven (7) hours:
BRDC314 Broadcast News Writing (W) 3
COMM 315 Scriptwriting (W) 3
ENGL 313 Expository Writing (W) 3
ENGL 31 4 Creative Writing (W) 3
JOUR 175/475 Communication Workshop 1-3
JOUR 291/391 Practicum 1-3
JOUR 492 Internship 3
PREL 354 Advertising Copywriting 2
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Mass Communication
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
CPTE 105
Intro to Word Processing
1
BRDC201
CPTE 106
Intro to Spreadsheets
1
ENGL 102
CPTE 107
Intro to Database
1
JOUR 105
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
COMM 103
Intro to Communication
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
Area B, Religion
3
15
Found of Broadcasting
College Composition
Writing for the Media
Area A, Math
Area C, Science
Hours
3
3
3
3
B.S. Nonprofit Administration and Development (49-51 Hours)
Required Courses
Hours
COMM 103
Intro to Comm unications 3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking 3
COMM 136
Interpersonal Com m un 3
COMM 397
Comm unication Research 3
JOUR 105
W r it in g for the Media 3
JOUR 205
News Reporting 3
JOUR 208
Publication Tools & Techniques 3
JOUR 242
Intro to W eb Design 3
JOUR 313
Publication Editing 3
PREL 233
Intro to Non-Profit Sector 3
PREL 235
PR Principles & Theory 3
PREL 344
Fundam entals of Advertising 3
PREL 291/391
Practicum 1-3
PREL 368
Fund Developm e n 1 3
PREL 406
Persuasion & Propaganda (W ) 3
PREL 482
The P R Cam paign 3
PREL 485
P R Techniques 3
Required Coqnates Hours
Accounting & Management
ACCT103 College Accounting 3
MGNT 334 Principles of Management 3
MGNT 344 Human Resource Mgmt 3
MGNT 354 Principles of Risk Mgmt 3
MGNT 371 Princ of Entrepreneurship 3
164 School of Journalism and Communication
Required Cognates , continued
Hours
PSYC 128
PSYC 224
PSYC 422
SOCW211
SOCW212
SOCI 365
SOCI 424
Child & Human Development
(Choose 1) 3
Developmental Psyc
Social Psyc
Adolescent Psyc&Behav Mgmt
Human Services & Social Work
(Choose 1) 3
Intro to Social Work
Social Welfare as an Institution
Family Relations
Contemp Social Problems
Recommended Electives
BIOL 226 Environmental Conserve 3
FDNT135 Nutrition for Life 3
HLED 476 Wellness Meth, Mat & Mgmt 3
PEAC 261 Intro to Camping 1
RELP 251 Intro to Youth Ministry 3
RELT 368 World Religions (W) 3
RELT 373 Christian Ethics 3
RELT 467 Philos & the Christian Faith (W) 3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Nonprofit Administration and Development
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
COMM 103
Intro to Communication 3
COMM 135
COMM 136
Interpersonal Communication 3
ENGL 102
ENGL 101
College Composition 3
Area B, Religion 3
Area C, History 3
15
JOUR 105
Intro to Public Speaking
College Composition
Writing for the Media
Area E, Science
General Education
Hours
3
3
3
3
15
Major— B.S. Web Publishing (48-49 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
BRDC 227 TVStudio Production 3
BRDC 327 Digital Video Production 3
COMM 397 Communication Research 3
JOUR 105 Writing for the Media 3
JOUR 125 Intro to Photography 3
JOUR 213 Publication Editing 3
JOUR 242 Intro to Web Design 3
JOUR 341 Web Publication Mgmt 3
JOUR 427 Mass Media Law & Ethics 3
JOUR 238 Creating the Client Proposal 1
JOUR 455 Senior Project 1
PREL235 PR Principles & Theory 3
PREL 244 Sales 2
PREL344 Fundamentals of Advertising 3
PREL 406 Persuasion & Propaganda (W) 3
Choose three (3) hours from :
JOUR 315 Advanced Photography
JOUR 316 Mag & Feature Art/Wrg (W)
JOUR 391 Practicum
PREL 485 PR Techniques
Choose one (1) track:
Advanced Graphics :
ARTG212 Adv Computer Graphics
ARTG 425 Multi Media
Web Administration:
CPTE212
CPTE312
Intro to Web Programming
Web Server Administration
Required Cognates Hours
ART 109 Design Principles I 3
ARTG 115 Intro to Cptr Graphics 3
BMKT 326 Principles of Marketing 3
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
CPTE 245/345 Computer-Aided Publishing 3
MGNT 371 Prin of Entrepreneurship 3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Web Publishing
1st Semester
ART 109
ARTG 115
COMM 135
ENGL 101
Design Principles I
Intro to Computer Graphics
Intro to Public Speaking
College Composition
Area B, Religion
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
3
JOUR 105
Writing for the Media
3
3
JOUR 125
Intro to Photography
3
3
Area C, Science
3
General Ed or Minor
3
15
15
Major — A.S. Media Technology (30 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
BRDC 291 Practicum: Media Tech 2
COMM 103 Intro to Communication 3
CPTE 109 Presentation Technology 1
JOUR 125 Intro to Photography 3
JOUR 208 Publication Tools & Techniques 3
TECH 145 Intro to Graphic Arts 3
BRDC/COMM/JOUR/
PREL electives 3
Reguired Cognate
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
Production Emphasis
Select twelve (12) hours:
BRDC 201 Foundations of Broadcasting 3
BRDC 202 Digital Audio Production 3
BRDC 227 TV Studio Production 3
BRDC 327 Digital Video Production 3
JOUR 315 Advanced Photography 3
Web Emphasis
Select twelve (12) hours:
ARTG 326 Digital Imaging 3
CPTE 212 Web Programming 3
CPTE 312 Web Server Administration 2
JOUR 238 Creating the Client Proposal 1
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JOUR 242
JOUR 341
Intro to Web Design
Web Publication Management
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
A.S. Media Technology
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ARTG219
Publication Design
3
COMM 103
Intro to Communication
3
BRDC201
Foundations of Broadcasting
3
JOUR 125
Intro to Photography
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
Emphasis
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
Area B, Religion
3
TECH 145
Intro to Graphic Arts
3
15
General Education
3
15
Minor — Advertising (18 Hours)
Required Courses
PREL244 Sales
PREL 344 Fundamentals of Advertising
PREL354 Advertising Copywriting
Hours
2
3
I
Select eleven (1 1) hours from:
Hours
ARTG 332 Advertising Design 3
BMKT 326 Principles of Marketing 3
BMKT 328 Sales Management 3
COMM 103 Intro to Communication 3
COMM 330 Intercultural Communication (W) 3
JOUR 242 Intro to Web Design 3
JOUR 341 Web Publishing Management 3
Minor — Broadcast Journalism (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
BRDC 201 Foundations of Broadcasting 3
BRDC 202 Digital Audio Production 3
BRDC 314 Broadcast News Writing (W) 3
JOUR 105 Writing for the Media 3
Required Courses, continued
JOUR 205 News Reporting
JOUR 427 Mass Media Law & Ethics
OR
JOUR 488 Mass Comm & Society (W)
Hours
Minor — Intercultural Communication (18 Hours)
Required Courses
COMM 136 Interpersonal Comm (W)
COMM 330 Intercultural Comm (W)
SOCI150 Cultural Anthropology
SOCI 230 Multicultural Relations
Hours
3
3
3
3
Select six (6) hours of which three (3) must be
upper division: Hours
COMM 291/391 Intercultural Comm Practicum
OR
COMM 295/495 Directed Study (non-Anglo-
American topic)
GEOG 204 World Geography (C-2)
OR
GEOG 306 Cultural Geography (C-2)
JOUR 488 Mass Comm & Society (W)
RELT 368 World Religions (W)
1-3
Minor — Journalism (News Editorial) (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
JOUR 105 Writing for the Media 3
News Reporting 3
JOUR 205
JOUR 208
JOUR 313
Publication Tools & Techniques3
Publication Editing 3
Hours
Required Courses, continued
JOUR 316 Mag & Feature Art Writing (W)
JOUR 356
JOUR 427
JOUR 488
OR
Advanced Reporting (W)
Mass Media Law & Ethics
OR
Mass Comm & Society (W)
Minor — Media Production (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
ARTF215
BRDC 201
BRDC 202
BRDC 227
Lighting 3
Foundations of Broadcasting 3
Digital Audio Production 3
TV Studio Production 3
Required Courses, continued
BRDC 327
Digital Video Production
JOUR 427 Mass Media Law & Ethics
OR
JOUR 488 Mass Comm & Society (W)
Hours
166 School of Journalism and Communication
Minor — Public Relations (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
JOUR 105 Writing for the Media 3
PREL235 Publ Rel Prin & Theory 3
PREL 482 Public Relations Campaign 3
Select nine (9) hours of which three (3) hours must
be upper division: Hours
CPTE 245/345 Computer-Aided Publishing 3
JOUR 205 News Reporting " 3
JOUR 208 Publication Tools & Techniques 3
JOUR313 Publication Editing 3
JOUR 465 Topics in Communication 3
PREL 344 Fundamentals of Advertising 3
PREL 368 Fund Development 3
PREL 406 Persuasion & Propaganda (W) 3
PREL 485 Public Relations Techniques 3
Minor — Sales (19 Hours)
Required Courses
BMKT327
"Consumer Behavior
BMKT 328 Sales Management
COMM 103 Intro to Communication
PREL 244 Sales
PREL 344 Fundamentals of Advertising
PREL 354 Advertising Copywriting
Hours
3
3
3
2
3
2
Select three (3) hours from: Hours
BMKT 375 International Marketing 3
PREL 291/391 Practicum: Sales " 3
PREL 406 Persuasion & Propaganda (W) 3
Minor — Visual Communication (18-19 Hours)
Required Courses
I V Studio Production
equ
BRDC 227
JOUR 105
JOUR 125
JOUR 315
Writing for the Media
Intro to Photography
Advanced Photography
Hours
3
3
3
2-3
Select six-seven (6-7) hours from:
Hours
BRDC 327 Digital Video Production 3
COMM 326 Film Evaluation (W) 3
CPTE 109 Presentation Technology 1
JOUR 208 Publication Tools & Techniques 3
JOUR 427 Mass Media Law & Ethics
OR 3
JOUR 488 Mass Comm & Society (W)
BROADCASTING
BRDC 201. Foundations of Broadcasting 3 hours
Provides an understanding of broadcasting and related industries. Basic theories and
practices of radio, television, cable operations, and other electronic media are covered.
BRDC 202. Digital Audio Production 3 hours
An introduction to audio production, including use of microphones, digital media,
non-linear audio editing, recording, mixing, and post-production. Oral communication
emphasis includes instruction on announcing, interviewing, and other broadcast
techniques. A lab fee of $75 will be charged in addition to tuition.
BRDC 227. TV Studio Production 3 hours
An introduction to the basics of producing both studio and multi-camera video
programs. Students produce individual and group projects in the school's newly
renovated studio in Brock Hall. Emphasis also given to lighting, audio, and video
editing. A lab fee of $1 00 will be charged in addition to tuition.
BRDC 314. Broadcast News Writing (W) 3 hours
Prerequisites: JOUR 202, JOUR 205 or consent of instructor.
Gathering information, interviewing, writing, and editing for the broadcast media. How to
start, develop, and polish hard news and feature stories by writing to sound and
pictures. Students write, copy, and produce sound documentaries for the University
radio station and Adventist World Radio. A lab fee of $50 charged in addition to tuition.
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BRDC 327. Digital Video Production 3 hours
Prerequisite: BRDC 227 or consent of instructor.
An advanced video production class with a focus on digital video acquisition, non-linear
editing, and the production of television graphics. Students will produce a series of
single-camera video projects, utilizing non-linear editing and digital effects programs.
This course will also include an introduction to video streaming on the Web. Lab fee of
$100 is charged in addition to tuition.
BRDC 291/391. Practicum 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor before arranging for practicum.
Supervised work in a broadcast station or media production environment. At least 90
clock hours of work experience are required for each semester hour of credit.
Procedures and guidelines are available from the School.
BRDC 417. Electronic Media Management 3 hours
Prerequisites: B R D C 20 1
An analysis of the challenges involved in planning and operating electronic media
facility including personnel, programming, business ethics, community relations, sales,
FCC policies and promotion. Students interview media managers during field trips to
area radio, TV, and cable operations. Added emphasis on Christian broadcasting and
WSMC-FM, the University's 100,000-watt radio station. Case study method is
involved.
BRDC 426. TV News Reporting and Performance 3 hours
Prerequisites: BRDC 314, 227/327; COMM 315 or consent of instructor.
Students become reporters, videographers, producers, and anchors for a weekly
newscast produced in the school's Brock Hall studio. Student learn basics of visual
storytelling as they use digital equipment to shoot and edit packages for broadcast. In
addition, each student is required to create a resume (tape) essential for getting a first
job. Emphasis on visual storytelling and performance skills. Video lab fee of $100
charged in addition to tuition. (Fall, odd years)
BRDC 445. Senior Project 1 hour
Prerequisite: Senior standing.
Required of all B.S. seniors taking the Media Production or Visual Communication
track, this student-selected, department-approved project demonstrates the student's
ability to perform in his/her major field. Students in this course meet with their
supervising professor as needed. A written proposal for a project must be submitted to
the advising professor by three weeks into the term. Satisfactory completion of this
course is required before the school grants the bachelor's degree. Graded S for
"satisfactory" or NC for "not complete."
BRDC 265/465. Topics in Broadcasting 1-3 hours
Selected topics in broadcast and related areas presented in a classroom setting. This
course may be repeated for credit.
BRDC 492. Broadcast/Media Production Internship 3 hours
Prerequisites: Completion of half the requirements for a major or minor in broadcast
journalism or media production and school approval before arranging for internship.
Students work at a broadcast station or media production facility to obtain on-the-job
experience, preferably during an eight-to-12 week period the summer between the
junior and senior year when no other college course is taken. At least 300 clock hours
of work experience are required. Procedures and guidelines are available from the
school.
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BRDC 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
For students who want to do independent research and/or media production. Directed
study topics will be selected with guidance from the instructor who will serve as a
consultant to the student in carrying out the project.
COMMUNICATION
COMM 103. Introduction to Communication (G-1) 3 hours
Overview of the development and characteristics of mass media, with emphasis on
media in the United States including newspapers, radio, television, photography, film,
sound recording, books, magazines, advertising, public relations, and new media
technology. Attention is given to theories of communication and how to be a critical and
discriminating consumer of mass media.
COMM 135. Introduction to Public Speaking (D-4) 3 hours
Preparing, presenting, auditioning, and critiquing speeches of various
kinds — particularly informative and persuasive ones — with emphasis on the selection
and organization of supporting material, reasoning, methods of securing interest,
persuasive strategies, and elements of delivery. (Starting the year 2002, this freshman
course will be open to seniors — only if space is available after the close of registration.)
(Fall, Winter, Summer 1 and 4)
COMM 136. Interpersonal Communication 3 hours
Introducing the process of informal transactional communication, this course
emphasizes a quality of communication rather than a communication setting, namely
personal involvement through empathic listening and self-disclosure. The course
utilizes readings and learning activities to help students understand the theory of
interpersonal communication and apply it in realistic transactions.
COMM 315. Scriptwriting (W) 3 hours
This course provides an introduction to scriptwriting in a variety of forms. Students will
be introduced to and get experience in the style and preparation of scripts for television,
corporate video production, documentary and narrative film, motion pictures, animation,
radio, and stage plays.
COMM 326. Film Evaluation (D-2) (W) 3 hours
The primary goal of this class is to help each student develop a set of criteria for
critically evaluating films. Besides regular assigned reading, class activities include
discussion of the contributions films make to our culture, studying how films are made,
and how to write about films. Films are screened as a part of the class and weekly
evaluation papers based on the screened film are expected.
COMM 330. Intercultural Communication (W) 3 hours
"Four trends of the modern world make intercultural communication inevitable: (1)
technological development, (2) globalization of the economy, (3) widespread population
migrations, and (4) development of multiculturism," say Howard University's William J
Starosta and the University of Rhode Island's Guo-Ming Chen. To help students
communicate and interrelate positively and productively within these current and ever
changing contexts, this course deals with: communication and culture; cultural
perception and values; language and culture; nonverbal communication and culture;
sociocultural, psychocultural, and environmental influences on the processes of
communication; intercultural communication ethics; and intercultural relationships,
adaptation, and listening.
COMM 291/391. Intercultural Communication Practicum 1-3 hours
A course designed for student missionaries, task-force workers, and others serving in
non-Anglo-American settings. Focuses on similarities and differences between the
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host culture and North American general culture — particularly in how people
communicate. Activities include assigned reading before departure, journaling on site,
and a formal paper and presentation after return to campus. Before departing, the
student is to make all arrangements with a teacher assigned by the School of
Journalism and Communication.
COMM 397. Communication Research 3 hours
Introduces communication students to scientific inquiry and basic research techniques
in advertising, communication, journalism, and public relations. Uses as
interdisciplinary approach to explain research methodology, the evaluation of research,
bibliographical resources, and the Internet as a research resource. This class should
be completed before taking 400 level classes in the School of Journalism and
Communication.
COMM 406. Persuasion and Propaganda (W) 3 hours
Historical origin and contemporary uses of propaganda; the concept of public opinion;
motivational tools and techniques to achieve public response; characteristics of public
and how they are influenced. Credit can be applied toward COMM 406 or PREL 406.
COMM 265/465. Topics 1-3 hours
Selected topics in speech and related areas presented in a classroom setting. Subjects
covered will determine general education credit status. This course may be repeated for
credit.
COMM 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
The content of this course will be adjusted to meet the particular needs of the student.
Open only to students approved by the school dean in consultation with the prospective
instructor. This course may be repeated for credit.
JOURNALISM
JOUR 105. Writing for the Media (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: No less than a "C" in ENGL 101 .
Basic writing skills for newspaper, magazines, advertising, public relations, online and
broadcasting, with emphasis on learning the Associated Press Stylebook.
JOUR 125. Introduction to Photography (G-1) 3 hours
Instruction in use of the camera and light meter; study of elements that constitute good
photo composition, darkroom techniques involving film development, negative
enlargement, and print finishing. Students supply their own 35mm cameras with
adjustable f-stops and shutter speeds. A limited number of rental cameras are available.
Two hours of lecture, three hours of laboratory each week. Supply lab fee of $150
charged in addition to tuition.
JOUR 205. News Reporting (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: JOUR 1 05 and ability to type at least 30 wpm.
News gathering and research techniques; development of news writing skills and style.
Emphasis on clarity of writing, accuracy, balance and fairness, and on meeting
deadlines. Students are required to contribute bi-weekly stories to the University's
school newspaper, The Southern Accent. Oral communication emphasis: Interviewing.
JOUR 208. Publication Tools and Techniques 3 hours
An introductory course in using computer-based tools in the creation of publications
such as newsletters, brochures and newspapers. The course integrates elements of
design with specialized software packages including Photoshop and Quark Express in
order to prepare photographs, illustrations and text for publication.
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JOUR 238. Creating the Client Proposal 1 hour
Learning to create and present a proposal. Students will learn techniques for
interviewing potential clients, researching a client's needs, writing and refining a
proposal, and creating websites with appropriate client approvals.
JOUR 242. Intro to Web Design 3 hours
Web design theory and techniques. In this class the student will learn what works and
what doesn't and will also learn the basics of the HTML programming and design a
small web page. Both commercial and non-commercial sites will be evaluated in class
for design elements. Students will learn how to use this medium effectively as well as
learn how it differs from other more traditional media.
JOUR 313. Publication Editing 3 hours
Prerequisites: JOUR 205; JOUR 208 or consent of instructor.
Students will learn to edit according to The Associated Press Stylebook; write effective
headlines and photo captions; select articles, photos, graphics and typefaces; become
familiar with legal issues and tools that assist in research and fact verification; evaluate
press estimates; and stay within budget. Use of color and the differences between
editing for newspapers, magazines, and newsletters will be considered. Students will
produce a newsletter and develop editing skills through various projects.
JOUR 315. Advanced Photography (G-1) 2-3 hours
Prerequisite: JOUR 1 25 or equivalent.
Advanced photography and darkroom techniques with emphasis on photojournalism,
studio and corporate photography. The major focus will be on using the camera in
producing photo essays and photo collections for exhibit. The course will also focus on
digital techniques — including film scanners, digital processing using Photoshop, and
preparing digital photos for publication. Students supply their own cameras. One hour
lecture, three hours of laboratory each week for 2 hours credit. Students registering for
3 hours credit will complete extra projects and additional laboratory and field work
Supply lab fee of $150 charged in addition to tuition.
JOUR 316. Magazine and Feature Article Writing (W) 3 hours
The study and practice of researching, writing, and marketing non-fiction feature stories
for magazines, newspapers, and other periodicals. Discusses the writing process from
idea development and story focus through final revision and marketing of articles via
query letters to editors.
JOUR 341. Web Publication Management 3 hour
Prerequisite: JOUR 240 or consent of instructor.
This class builds on the skills a student has acquired in Intro to Web Design by focusing
on effective use of HTML and other web design tool. The latest trends in web design
and a look at the direction the field is heading will also be considered. The course will
focus on project management in a collaborative environment.
JOUR 356. Advanced Reporting (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: JOUR 205.
Students learn in-depth research and interviewing skills. Emphasis on public affairs
reporting including assigned articles in politics, government, law enforcement, society,
science, medicine, education, religion, the arts, and business. Also includes an
introduction to computer-assisted reporting. (Winter, even years)
JOUR 291/391. Practicum 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor before arranging for practicum.
Supervised work experience in writing or print journalism. At least 90 clock hours of
work experience are required for each semester hour of credit. Procedures and
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guidelines are available from the school.
JOUR 427. Mass Media Law and Ethics 3 hours
Study of the legal, ethical and constitutional issues affecting the media and the news
gathering and dissemination process. Concepts of libel, privacy, free press, fair-trial,
contempt of court, access to information, protection of sources, copyright law, and
government regulation of the media.
JOUR 445. Senior Project 1 hour
Prerequisite: Senior standing.
Required of all B.S. seniors taking Web Publication, this student-selected,
department-approved project demonstrates the student's ability to perform in his/her
major field. Students in this course meet with their supervising professor as needed.
A written proposal for a project must be submitted to the advising professor by three
weeks into the term. Satisfactory completion of this course is required before the
school grants the bachelor's degree. Graded S for "satisfactory" or NC for "not
complete."
JOUR 265/465. Topics in Communication 1-3 hours
Selected topics in print journalism or related areas of communication.
JOUR 488. Mass Communication and Society (W) 3 hours
This seminar provides for informed student participation in the examination of the role
and function of the mass media system in the United States; the concept of social
responsibility as a constraint upon the media; ethical, social, economic and political
issues involved in the function of newspapers, magazines, radio, television, advertising,
and public relations. Emphasis on reading, writing media critiques, and on analysis of
concepts and ideas. Oral communication emphasis: Formal debate on issues and
presenting reports on journal articles and research paper.
JOUR 492. Journalism Internship 3 hours
Prerequisite: Completion of half the requirements for a major or minor in broadcast or
news editorial journalism and school approval before arranging for internship.
Students work at a newspaper, magazine, broadcast station, or other agency to obtain
on-the-job journalism experience, preferably during an eight- to 12-week period the
summer between the junior and senior year when no other college course is taken. At
least 300 clock hours of work experience are required. Procedures and guidelines are
available from the school.
JOUR 295/495. Directed Study 1-4 hours
For students who want to do independent research and writing in a specialized area of
the mass media. Directed study topics will be selected with guidance from the instructor
who will serve as a consultant to the student in carrying out the project.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
PREL 233. Introduction to Nonprofit Sector 3 hours
This course offers the student an overview of the development and current status of the
nonprofit sector in the United States with specific focus on youth and human service
agencies. Students will study the unique philosophical, financial, and administrative
qualities of this rapidly growing sector of society, as they observe and assess local
nonprofit agencies at work.
PREL 235. Public Relations Principles and Theory 3 hours
Basic Public Relations principles, philosophy, and theory as they relate to the historical
development and contemporary practice of public relations; analysis of the public
relations role in business, industry, and non-profit organizations, and of the functions
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and responsibilities of the public relations practitioner.
PREL 244. Sales 2 hours
Principles and techniques of selling products and services based on understanding of
buyer behavior, time and stress management, and effective persuasion.
PREL 344. Fundamentals of Advertising 3 hours
This course is designed to give the student a thorough overview of the business of
advertising, advertising theories and principles, advertising and media planning,
research and a brief introduction to advertising, copywriting, and the process of
preparing advertisements. Research and campaign planning of advertising campaigns
will also be considered.
PREL 354. Advertising Copywriting 2 hours
Principles and practices in writing and preparing advertising messages for the mass
media. Analysis of successful advertising copy as well as opportunity for students to
develop their own copywriting skills are part of the course. Social responsibility and
ethics of the advertiser and copywriter are an integral part of instruction. (Winter, odd
years)
PREL 368. Fund Development 3 hours
Study of fund-raising principles and concepts; techniques used in planning, organizing,
and carrying out a fund-raising campaign; developing prospect lists, writing proposals,
identifying and training development leadership, and working with foundations.
PREL 291/391. Practicum 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor before arranging for practicum.
Supervised work experience in public relations, advertising, or sales. At least 90 clock
hours of work experience are required for each semester hour of credit. Procedures and
guidelines are available from the school.
PREL 406. Persuasion and Propaganda (W) 3 hours
Historical origin and contemporary uses of propaganda; the concept of public opinion;
motivational tools and techniques to achieve public response; characteristics of public
and how they are influenced. Credit can be applied toward either PREL 406 or COMM
406.
BRDC 265/465. Topics in Public Relations 1-3 hours
Selected topics in public relations and related areas presented in a classroom setting.
This course may be repeated for credit.
PREL 482. The Public Relations Campaign 3 hours
The public relations function in the context of the organizational communications and
decision-making process. Application of communications theory and techniques in
developing both internal and external communications campaigns; selected case
studies.
PREL 485. Public Relations Techniques 3 hours
Prerequisites: JOUR 205, 208.
Communications techniques used in public relations to identify and reach specified
audiences through mass media channels and through controlled media. Preparation of
press releases, brochures, newsletters, reports, audio-visuals, speeches, and media
campaigns; planning and conducting special events.
PREL 492. Public Relations Internship 3 hours
Prerequisites: Completion of at least half the requirements for a major or minor in
public relations, advertising, or sales and school approval.
Students work in the field of advertising, sales, or public relations to obtain on-the-job
experience, preferably during an eight to twelve week period the summer between the
junior and senior year when no other college course is taken. At least 300 clock hours
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of work experience are required. Detailed procedures and guidelines are available
from the school.
PREL 295/495. Directed Study 1-4 hours
For students who want to do independent research and writing in a specialized area of
public relations, advertising or marketing. Directed study topics will be selected with
guidance from the instructor who will serve as a consultant to the student in carrying out
the project.
WORKSHOPS
JOUR 175/475. Communication Workshop 1-3 hours
One semester-hour credit will be available for 40 clock hours of active participation in
workshops conducted by the school in such areas as free-lance writing, news writing,
video production, editing newsletters, crisis communication, public relations writing, fund
raising, writing for student publications, editing student publications, and advising
student publications. Advanced students may earn additional credits by completing a
project started during the workshop. May be repeated for credit. (Summer)
(D-2) (D-4) (G-1) (W) See pages 24-25 and 27-32 for explanation of general degree and
general education requirements.
Mathematics
Chair: Arthur Richert
Faculty: Kevin Brown, Robert Moore
Throughout recorded history mathematics and mathematical thinking
have influenced man's culture to an extent that even many well-educated
people fail to appreciate. The Elements of Euclid, the invention of a
place-value numeration system, the invention of the calculus, the
development of statistical inference, and more recently the development of
computers, to name just a few, are mathematical contributions to civilization
which have significantly affected the philosophies, commerce, science, and
technology of mankind.
The Mathematics Department seeks to transmit this mathematical
heritage to the students of Southern Adventist University by (1) introducing
students to mathematical concepts and techniques and the disciplined,
logical thinking required to successfully apply them to a variety of
problem-solving experiences, (2) providing a stage in the formal education of
professional mathematicians, (3) educating teachers of mathematics, and (4)
providing appropriate courses for users of mathematics.
ASSESSMENT
All mathematics majors are required to take the Educational Testing
Service Major Field Achievement Test in mathematics during their senior
year. All actuarial studies majors are required to take the Society of Actuaries
Course 1 examination. The results of these examinations are used in
ongoing review of the departmental curriculum.
PROGRAMS IN MATHEMATICS
Major — B.A. Mathematics (30 Hours)
Required Courses Hours Required Cognates Hours
MATH 181 Calculus I 3 COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
MATH 182 Calculus II 4 CPTR 124 Fundamentals of Programming 4
MATH 216 Set Theory and Logic 2
MATH 218 Calculus III 4
MATH 318 Abstract Algebra 3
MATH 200 Elementary Linear Algebra 2
MATH 411 Intermediate Analysis 3
MATH 485 Mathematics Seminar (W) 1
Math Electives— U.D. 8
Major — B.S. Mathematics (40 Hours)
Required Courses Hours Required Cognates Hours
" ' " COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
CPTR 124 Fundamentals of Programming 4
CPTR 215 Fundamentals of Software Design 4
OR
PHYS 21 1-212 General Physics 6
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2
MATH 181
Calculus I
3
MATH 182
Calculus II
4
MATH 200
Elementary Linear Algebra
2
MATH 218
Calculus III
4
MATH 216
Set Theory and Logic
2
MATH 317
Complex Variables
3
MATH 318
Abstract Algebra
3
MATH 41 1
Intermediate Analysis I
3
MATH 412
Intermediate Analysis II
3
MATH 485
Mathematics Seminar (W)
1
Math Electives (5 U.D.)
12
Mathematics 175
Teacher Certification, 7-12
Secondary certification in Mathematics requires a baccalaureate degree
and completion of professional education courses (page 112) for licensure.
Students preparing for secondary teacher certification must include MATH
215 Statistics and MATH 415 Geometry in the major. See further
explanations in the Education and Psychology section, beginning on page
108.
The student must apply for Initial Admission to the Teacher Education
Program (usually by the end of the sophomore year) after completing all
requirements as outlined under ADMISSION PROCEDURES in the School
of Education and Psychology section of the catalog. Initial admission is
required before the student can enroll in upper division education courses.
The student must also complete an application and all other requirements
for Admission to Student Teaching. Prior to the professional semester, the
student must take and pass the PRAXIS II licensure exam — both the
appropriate section of the Principles of Learning and Teaching, and the
particular specialty test(s) for the licensure area(s).
An endorsement to teach mathematics as an additional field may be
obtained by completing a major and secondary certification in another field
and by completing a minor in mathematics that includes the following
courses (21 hours): MATH 181 Calculus I, MATH 182 Calculus II, MATH
200 Elementary Linear Algebra, MATH 215 Statistics, MATH 216 Set Theory
and Logic, MATH 415 Geometry, one three-hour upper-division MATH
course, and EDUC 438 Curriculum and Content Methods, Grades
7-12/Mathematics.
Major — B.S. Actuarial Studies (44 Hours)
Required Courses Hours Required Courses , continued Hours
ACCT221-222 Prin of Accounting 6 MATH218 Calculus III 4
ECON213 Survey of Economics MATH 325 Probability Theory 3
OR 3 MATH 326 Mathematical Statistics 3
ECON 224 Macroeconomics MATH 485 Mathematics Seminar (W) 1
FNCE315 Business Finance 3 MGNT 334 Principles of Management 3
FNCE 325 Fundamentals of Investments 3 MGNT 354 Principles of Risk Management 3
MATH 181 Calculus I 3
MATH 182 Calculus II 4 Required Cognates Hours
MATH 200 Elementary Linear Algebra 2 BCPT 105 Business Spreadsheets 3
MATH 215 Statistics " 3 COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
Actuaries deal with the mathematics, legal, and business aspects of risks
such as those which arise in insurance, annuity, and pension plans. One
must pass the first six Society of Actuaries examinations to become an
Associate of the Society of Actuaries and an additional two examinations to
become a Fellow. The Actuarial Studies major prepares a student for the
first of these examinations. Preparation for the remainder usually comes
from on-the-job experience and independent study.
Sample
Freshman Year Sequence
B.A.
or B.S. Mathematics
Area D-1/Beg For Lang
3
1st Semester
Hours
16
CPTR 124
Fundamentals of Programc
I 4
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
MATH 181
Calculus I
Area F-2, Family Sci
3
OR
2
AREA F-3, Health Sci
Area G-3, Recreation
1
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Area B, Religion 3
2nd Semester Hours Area F-1, BehavSci 3
MATH 182 Calculus II 4 Area D-1/Beg For Lang _3
ENGL 102 College Composition 3 16
See pages 24-25 and 27-32 for general degree and general education requirements. Note especially requirements of
make-up of admissions deficiencies, three writing emphasis courses, and 40 upper division credits.
Minor — Mathematics (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
MAIH 181 Calculus I 3
MATH 182Calculus II 4
Math Electives* 1 1
*At least 6 hrs. must be upper division.
MATHEMATICS
MATH 080. Elementary Algebra (A-2) 3 hours (Non-Credit)
This remedial course covers the content of first-year high school algebra. It is required
of all students who meet NONE of the following criteria: 1 ) ACT math standard score of
16 or above; 2) ACT math elementary algebra subscore of 8 or above; 3) high school
Algebra II with a grade of C or better. Tuition for three semester hours will be charged
for this course. (Winter)
MATH 090. Intermediate Algebra (A-2) 3 hours (Non-Credit)
Prerequisite: MATH 080 or exemption.
Number systems and their properties, exponents, and radicals, equations and
inequalities, polynomial functions and their graphs, systems of equations, logarithms.
Tuition for three semester hours will be charged for this course. (Fall)
MATH 103. Survey of Mathematics (A-2) 3 hours
Basic concepts from the following topics: sets, mathematical logic, numeration systems,
number theory, probability, statistics, algebra, geometry, metric system, consumer
mathematics. This course does not apply on a major or minor in mathematics. (Fall,
Winter, Summer)
MATH 120. Precalculus Algebra (A-2) 3 hours
Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra or MATH 090.
The real and complex number systems; algebraic equations and inequalities; functions
and their graphs including polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions;
conic sections. This course does not apply on a major or minor in mathematics. (Fall,
Winter, Summer)
MATH 121. Precalculus Trigonometry (A-2) 2 hours
Pre or Co-requisite: MATH 1 20 or equivalent.
The trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions and their graphs, trigonometric
equations and identities, trigonometric form of complex numbers, vectors, and other
applications. This course does not apply on a major or minor in mathematics. (Fall,
Winter)
MATH 181. Calculus I 3 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 120 or a high school precalculus course.
Differential and integral calculus of the elementary functions (non-trigonometric)
including limits, continuity, the derivative, computation of derivatives, applications of the
derivative, the definite integral, the fundamental theorem of calculus, computation of
antiderivatives, applications of the definite integral. (Fall, Winter)
MATH 182. Calculus II 4 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 1 21 or equivalent and MATH 1 81 .
Precise definitions of limits, calculus of the trigonometric functions, further topics in
differential and integral calculus, polar coordinates, analytic geometry, parametric
equations, sequences, infinite series, Taylor series. (Winter)
Mathematics 177
MATH 200. Elementary Linear Algebra 2 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 181.
Systems of linear equations, matrices and determinants, vector spaces, linear
trans-formations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, applications. (Winter)
MATH 215. Statistics (A-2) 3 hours
Prerequisite: An ACT mathematics standard score of 22 or above, or two years of high
school algebra, or MATH 090, or MATH 103.
An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics including organization and
analysis of data, elementary probability, probability distributions (binomial, normal,
Student's t, chi-square, F), estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression,
nonparametric statistics. (Fall, Winter)
MATH 216. Set Theory and Logic 2 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 181.
An introduction to some of the basic ideas, terminology, and notation of logic and sets.
The concept of a mathematical proof will be emphasized. (Winter)
MATH 218. Calculus III 4 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1 82.
Partial derivatives, multiple integrals, vector calculus including Green's theorem,
Stokes's theorem, and the divergence theorem. (Fall)
MATH 280. Discrete Mathematical Structures 3 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 120 recommended; Familiarity with a programming language.
An examination of many of the mathematical concepts of particular use to computer
scientists. The topics include set theory, relations, graph theory, combinatorics,
Boolean algebra, digital logic and circuit design, proof techniques, and finite state
automata.
MATH 315. Differential Equations 3 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1 82.
Introduction to dynamical systems, solutions of various types of ordinary differential
equations, systems of linear differential equations, the Laplace transform, applications
to problems in the physical sciences. (Winter)
MATH 316. Partial Differential Equations 3 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 31 5.
Partial differential equations, Fourier series, boundary value problems, Bessel
functions, Legendre polynomials. (Fall, even years)
MATH 317. Complex Variables 3 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 216, 218.
An introduction to the theory of analytic functions of a complex variable, including
mappings by elementary functions, complex integration, the Cauchy-Goursat theorem,
Cauchy's integral formula, power series, Laurent series, the theory of residues, and
conformal mapping. (Winter, odd years)
MATH 318. Abstract Algebra 3 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 216, 218.
The structure of groups, rings, integral domains, and fields. (Fall, even years)
MATH 319. Linear Algebra 2 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 200, 216.
Finite dimensional vector spaces and the attendant concepts of systems of linear
equations, linear transformations, matrices, determinants, eigenvalues and
eigenvectors, inner product spaces. (Winter, odd years)
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MATH 325. Probability Theory 3 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 182.
Basic probability theory, combinatorial problems, independence and dependence,
numerical-valued random phenomena, mean and variance of a probability law, normal,
Poisson, and related probability laws. (Fall, even years)
MATH 326. Mathematical Statistics 3 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 215, 218, 325.
Random variables, conditional probability, standard distributions of random variables,
distributions of functions of random variables, interval estimation, point estimation.
(Winter, odd years)
MATH 411-412. Intermediate Analysis 3,3 hours
Prerequisites: MATH216,218.
The real number system, sequences, limits and metric spaces, continuity, uniform
continuity, introduction to point set topology, properties of the derivative and integral,
convergence and uniform convergence of sequences and series of functions,
orderings. (Fall, odd years; Winter, even years)
MATH 415. Geometry 3 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 21 6.
Topics selected from the following: foundations of Euclidean geometry, finite
geometries, advanced Euclidean geometry, non-Euclidean geometry, geometric
transformations, the geometry of inversion, projective geometry. (Fall, odd years)
MATH 265/465. Topics in Mathematics 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
Topics selected from areas of mathematics not covered in other courses. This course
may be repeated for credit with permission.
MATH 475. Mathematics in the Sciences 1 hour
Prerequisites: All mathematics and science courses required for the B.S. degree in
Science and Math Studies.
A study of the relationship between mathematics and the sciences, the influence each
has had and continues to have upon the other, and applications of precalculus
mathematics to the life, physical, and social sciences. This course does not apply on a
major or minor in mathematics. (Winter, even years)
MATH 485. Mathematics Seminar (W) 1 hour
Prerequisite: Permission of Mathematics staff.
Written and oral reports are made on a variety of topics in mathematics including topics
in current mathematical literature. Mathematics majors obtaining secondary certification
must choose topics in the history and philosophy of mathematics. (Fall, odd years)
MATH 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Approval by department faculty.
Individual reading and problem solving in a field chosen in consultation with an
instructor. This course may be repeated for credit. (On demand)
EDUCATION
EDUC 438. Curriculum and Content Methods/Mathematics 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Attention is given to methods and materials of instruction, planning, testing, and
evaluating student performance, and the survey and evaluation of textbooks. (Fall, odd
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years)
(A-2) (W) See pages 24-25 and 27-32 for general degree and general education
requirements.
Modern Languages
Chair: Carlos H. Parra
Faculty: William Van Grit
Adjunct Faculty: Darwin Ayscue, Gwendolyn Smith
The Modern Languages Department at Southern Adventist University
combines language study with experience abroad and academic courses.
Southern offers interdisciplinary degrees in French, French Teaching,
International Studies, Spanish, and Spanish Teaching. The International
Studies degree will enhance students' ability to live and work in an
international setting. Students discover French, German, and Spanish not
only as living languages but also as reflections of many cultures.
The Modern Languages Department also offers majors in French and
Spanish, minors in French, Spanish, and German and language courses in
Italian, for those students wishing to gain a deeper understanding of cultures
within a global context through the study of language, literature, and society.
The French and Spanish majors also provides the necessary background for
graduate study. In addition, the department offers French and Spanish
Teaching majors for students interested in secondary education. Students
seeking teacher certification should also pursue the teaching major.
The ability to communicate with people is increasingly essential in today's
global community, and knowledge of other cultures and cultural experiences
should be a key part of the background of a well-educated individual,
particularly of those with a sense of world mission. By introducing students
to another language and giving them opportunity and exposure to experience
other cultures, the Modern Languages Department at Southern Adventist
University strives in helping to overcome stereotypes and prejudices, foster a
spirit of appreciation and inclusiveness, and facilitates easier communication
and interaction with persons of other languages and cultures.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Modern Languages Department at Southern Adventist University
provides a Christian learning environment that enhances the understanding
of other cultures, and promotes a global dialogue by widening horizons,
broadening, perspectives, and deepening self-understanding as a worldwide
family.
ASSESSMENT
The assessment of majors in International Studies consists of three basic
parts: First the candidates write an evaluation of the departmental program
to state their perception of the program's effectiveness in achieving its
objectives. Second, the candidates take a departmental exam to
demonstrate their degree of success in achieving near native mastery of the
target language in the areas of listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Third, the candidates take an oral examination focusing on their knowledge
and appreciation of the culture of the peoples who speak the target
language. A key element of this interview is the candidates' ability to
compare and contrast the target culture with their own, and to show how they
relate, contribute to, and enrich each other.
The assessment of students majoring in Spanish, and Spanish Teaching
consists of a departmental oral and written examination. Candidates will
demonstrate a passing degree of knowledge and appreciation of Spanish
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speaking cultures, their literary expression, and the ability to understand
many of the complexities affecting and resulting from the Spanish, and
Spanish-American experience in their own context and when in contact with
other cultures not only in the American continent, but in relation to global
communities. The assessment of students majoring in French and French
Teaching is also a departmental oral and written examination. Candidates
will demonstrate a passing degree of knowledge and appreciation of French
speaking cultures, their literary expression, and the ability to understand the
complexities in their own context not only in Europe and America, but as part
of global communities.
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES
The department sponsors language programs abroad for students who
desire to participate in an intensive language-learning experience. For
details, contact Adventist Colleges Abroad (ACA).
FOREIGN STUDY
Adventist Colleges Abroad. Southern Adventist University is a member of
the consortium of colleges and universities which, under the auspice of the
General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, supports the Adventist
Colleges Abroad program. ACA provides an opportunity for students of
French, German, or Spanish to achieve proficiency in the foreign language
amid the added advantages of an authentic cultural setting.
Students can also contact ACA at: http://nadadventist.org/aca/
The language schools operated by the following institutions are affiliates
of ACA: in Austria, Seminar Schloss Bogenhofen, Braunau; in France,
Centre Universitaire et Pedagogique du Saleve, Collonges-sous-Saleve; in
Spain, Colegio Adventista de Sagunto, Sagunto; in Argentina, Universidad
Adventista del Plata, Libertador San Martin; and in Italy, Villa Aurora Istituto
Avventista.
MAJOR PROGRAMS
Degrees. B.A. French, International Studies, Spanish, French and
Spanish Teaching.*
Placement Level. Students who intend to enroll in a French or Spanish
language course, who have had any background in the language must take
the "Placement Examination."
Exceptions. Students who are native speakers or who have otherwise
acquired advanced language proficiency are encouraged to take the
"Challenge Examination" offered by the department. Otherwise, students
with no background in a language must begin at the 1 01 level.
Departmental Majors. The Modern Languages Department offers language
courses to satisfy the B.A. language requirement. A major in International
Studies with emphasis in Spanish, French, or German is offered. Also,
majors in French, Spanish, and French or Spanish Teaching* are also
offered.
Students planning majors or minors should contact the department early
in their studies for a list of required courses. Those students with questions
about their major or minor should refer to the catalog and/or contact Modern
Languages faculty. Those students with transferred language credit from
another college or university should meet with a faculty adviser early in their
studies regarding major or minor course equivalents.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all course work that is to
count toward a department major or minor.
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ODERN LANGUAGES
Departmental Minors. The department offers minors in Spanish, French,
and German.
Language Emphasis. Italian.
•Pending state approval
Teaching Major, Certification. Students planning to obtain Teaching
certification must include the required professional education courses and
any additional general education requirements in their program as outlined in
the School of Education and Psychology section of this catalog under
"Requirements for Certification."
The student must apply for initial admission to the Teacher Education
Program (usually be the end of the sophomore year) after completing all
requirements as outlined under ADMISSION PROCEDURES in the School
of Education and Psychology section of the catalog. Initial admission is
required before a student can enroll in upper division education courses.
The student must also complete an application and all other requirements
for Admission to Student Teaching. Prior to the professional semester, the
student must take and pass the PRAXIS II licensure exam — both the
appropriate section of the principles of Learning and Teaching, and particular
specialty test(s) for the licensure area(s).
BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE
Major — B.A. French (34 hours)
Required Core Hours Select 3 hours from: Hours
ENGL 216 Approaches to Lit 3 AK I 342 Renaissance Art History
FREN 490 Comprehensive Exam Prep 1 OR 3
ART 349 Medieval Art History
Select 27 hours from the following courses: ENGL 336 Medieval & Renaissance Lit 3
FREN 207 Intermediate French I 3 HIST 471 Classics of Western Thought I (W) 3
FREN 208 Intermediate French II 3 HIST 472 Classics of Western Thought II (W) 3
FREN 244 French Comp & Conv 3
FREN 344 Adv French Comp & Conv 3 Required Cognate :
FREN 350 French Linguistics 3 ^™„»,, a^ c i . , n ui- o i ■ o
FREN 353 Contemp French Culture & Civ 3 COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
FREN 357 Surv Fren Med & Renais Lit 3
FREN 358 Surv Fren 1 7* & 1 8 th Cent Lit 3
FREN 458 Surv Fren 19" & 20 th Cent Lit 3
FREN 459 Francophone Cultures & Lit 3
Students majoring in French are required to travel abroad for one (1)
academic year to conduct studies at ACA (Collonges, France). They are
also highly recommended to fulfill this requirement during their sophomore
year . Students who minor in French are STRONGLY ADVISED to study
one semester or one summer at ACA (Collonges, France).
NOTE: French-speaking students who completed secondary education in
France or in a French-speaking country are exempt from this requirement.
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. French
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
FREN 101
COMM 135
ENGL 101
Elementary French I
Intro to Public Speaking
College Composition
Area B, Religion
3
3
3
3
FREN 102 Elementary French II
ENGL 102 College Composition
Area F, Beh Sciences
Area E, Natural Sciences
3
3
3
3
Area C, History
AreaG-1, Rec Skills
3
1
16
Minor
3
15
M
ODERN LANGUAGES
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*Major — B.A. French, Teacher Certification, 7-12 (31 hours)
Required C
Hours
ENGL 216 Approaches to Lit 3
FREN 207 Intermediate French I 3
FREN 208 Intermediate French II 3
FREN 244 French Comp & Conv 3
FREN 344 Adv French Com p & Conv 3
FREN 350 French Linguistics 3
FREN 353 Contem p French Culture 8 Civ 3
FREN 357 Surv Fren M ed & Renais Lit 3
FREN 490 Comprehensive Exam Prep 1
Select 3 hours from : Hours
FREN 358 Surv Fren 1 7* & 1 8 th Cent Lit
FREN 458 Surv Fren 19" & 20 th Cent Lit 3
FREN 459 Francophone Cultures & Lit 3
Select 3 h ours from
ARI 342
ART 349
Renaissance Art History
OR
Medieval Art History
Hours
Required Cognate :
COMM 1 35 Intro to Public Speaking
*Approval by the State of Tennessee for the B.A. in French, Teacher Certification, 7-12 is pending for 2003.
Students majoring in French who are seeking teaching certification are
required to travel abroad for one (1) academic year to conduct studies at
ACA (Collonges, France). They are also highly recommended to fulfill this
requirement during their sophomore year . Students who minor in French
are STRONGLY ADVISED to study one semester or one summer at ACA
(Collonges, France).
NOTE: French-speaking students who completed secondary education in
France or in a French-speaking country are exempt from this requirement.
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. French (Teaching)
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
FREN 101
Elementary French I
3
FREN 102 Elementary French II
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
ENGL 102 College Composition
3
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
Area F, Beh Sciences
3
EDUC135
Intro to Education
2
Area E, Natural Sciences
3
RELT138
Adventist Heritage
3
15
Minor
3
15
Major — B.A. Spanish (34 hours)
Required Courses Hours
SPAN 207 ntermediate Spanish I 3
SPAN 208 Intermediate Spanish II 3
SPAN 243 Spanish Comp 8 Conversation 3
SPAN 354 Hispanic Civilization 8 Culture 3
SPAN 355 Survey of Spanish Literature (W ) 3
SPAN 356 Survey of Spanish -American Lit (W )3
SPAN 457 U.S. Latino Literature (W ) 3
SPAN 458 Mexican-American Lit (W ) 3
SPAN 490 Comprehensive Exam Prep 1
ENGL 216 Approaches to Literature 3
Select 6 hours from: Hours
HIST 386 Rise of the West (W) 3
HIST 471 Classics of Western Thought I (W) 3
HIST 472 Classics of Western Thought II (W) 3
Required Cognate :
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking
Students majoring in Spanish are required to travel abroad for one (1)
academic year , to conduct studies at one of the ACA locations (Argentina or
Spain). It is highly recommended that students fulfill this requirement during
their sophomore year .
NOTE: Native Spanish-speaking students who completed secondary
education in a Spanish-speaking country are exempt from this requirement.
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
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ODERN LANGUAGES
B.A. Spanish
1st Semeste r
SPAN 101
COMM 135
ENGL 101
Elementary Spanish I
Intro to Public Speaking
College Composition
Area B, Religion
Area C, History
AreaG-1, Rec Skills
Hours
3
3
3
3
3
1
16
2nd Semester
SPAN 102
ENGL 102
Elementary Spanish II
College Composition
Area F, Beh Sciences
Area E, Natural Sciences
Minor
Hours
3
3
3
3
3
15
*Major — B.A. Spanish, Teacher Certification, 7-12 (31 hours)
Required Courses Hours
ENGL 216 Approaches to Literature 3
SPAN 207 Intermediate Spanish I 3
SPAN 208 Intermediate Spanish II 3
SPAN 243 Spanish Comp « Conversation 3
SPAN 354 Hispanic Civilization S Culture 3
SPAN 355 Survey ol Spanish Literature (W) 3
SPAN 356 Survey ol Spanish -American Lit (W )3
SPAN 457 U.S. Latino Literature (W ) 3
SPAN 458 Mexican American Lit (W) 3
SPAN 490 Comprehensive Exam Prep 1
Select 3 hours from: Hours
HIST 386 Rise of the West (W) 3
HIST 471 Classics of Western Thought I
(W) 3
HIST 472 Classics of Western Thought II
(W) 3
Required Cognate :
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
'Approval by the State of Tennessee for the B.A. in Spanish, Teacher Certification, 7-12 is pending for
2003.
Students majoring in Spanish who are seeking teaching certification are
required to travel abroad for one (1) academic year , to conduct studies at
one of the ACA locations (Argentina or Spain). It is highly recommended
that students fulfill this requirement during their sophomore year .
NOTE: Native Spanish-speaking students who completed secondary
education in a Spanish-speaking country are exempt from this requirement.
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Spanish (Teaching)
1st Semester
SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I
COMM 1 35 Intro to Public Speaking
ENGL 101 College Composition
EDUC 135 Intro to Education
RELT 138 Adventist Heritage
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
3
3
3
2
SPAN 1 02 Elementary Spanish 1 1
ENGL 102 College Composition
PSYC128 Developmental Psyc
Area E, Natural Sciences
3
3
3
3
3
Minor
3
16
15
Major — B.A. in International Studies with emphasis in French, German,
or Spanish (36 Hours)
1. Language Component 24 hours
• Intermediate level of language
(French, German, or Spanish)
prior to travel to ACA is
strongly recommended 6 hours
One year of Interm-Adv language courses at
ACA including 3 semester hours in
Culture and Civilization and
and 3 semester hours in Literature/History. .
18 hours
2. Humanities Component (at SAU)
ART 345 Contemporary Art (W)
.12 hours
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ODERN LANGUAGES
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ENGL 445 Ancient Classics (W) 3
HIST 387 Europe in the Nineteenth Century (W)
OR 3
HIST 388 Contemporary Europe (W)
COMM 330 Intercultural Communication (W) 3
TOTAL 36 hours
3. Required Cognate:
All International Studies majors must take COMM 135, Intro to Public
Speaking , to satisfy the oral communication competency requirement.
Major — B.A. International Studies, French Emphasis (36 Hours)
Required Courses
FREN 207 Intermediate French I
FREN 208 Intermediate French II
FREN 221 Intermediate Composition
FREN 251 Intermediate Oral Exp
FREN 301 French History
FREN 321 Adv Composition I
FREN 331 Orthography
Semester Hours
Required Courses, continued Semester Hours
FREN 341 Adv Grammar
FREN 351 Adv Oral Expression I
FREN 376 French Civilization
Required Cognate
COMM 135 Tntro"to Public Speaking 3
Major — B.A. International Studies, German Emphasis (36 Hours)
Required Courses
GRMN 207 Intermediate German
Semester Hours
GRMN 208
GRMN 211
GRMN 221
GRMN 301
Intermediate German
Intermediate Grammar
Intermediate Phonetics
Advanced Grammar
Required Courses, continued Semester Hours
GRMN 311 Advanced Comp/Dictation
GRMN 321 Advanced Conversation
GRMN 354 Survey of German Lit
HIST 304 European Civilization
Required Cognate
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
Major — B.A. International Studies, Spanish Emphasis (36 Hours)
Required Courses _
SPAN 207 Intermediate Spanish I
SPAN 208 Intermediate Spanish II
SPAN 261 Interm Spanish Composition
SPAN 271 Interm Span Conversation
SPAN 351 Adv Spanish Grammar
SPAN 361 Adv Spanish Composition
SPAN 371 Adv Spanish Conversation
Semester Hours Required Courses, continued Semester Hours
3 ACA in Spain:
3 SPAN 312 Spain and Its Culture
SPAN 331 History of Spanish Lit
ACA in Argentina:
SPAN 331 Latin American Literature
SPAN 342 History of Argentina
Required Cognate
COMM 135 Tntro"to Public Speaking 3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. International Studies, French, German, Spanish
1st Semester Semester Hours
"SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I 3
HIST 175 World Civilization 3
ENGL 101 College Composition 3
MATH 103 Survey of Math 3
RELT125 Life & Teachings of Jesus _3
15
2nd Semester Semester Hours
"SPAN 102 Elementary Spanish II 3
ENGL 102 College Composition 3
HMNT 205 Arts and Ideas 3
PEAC PE course 1
PSYC128 Developmental Psych 3
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking _3
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'French, German, or Spanish
Minor — French (18 Hours)
Hours)
Required Courses
FREN 207 Intermediate French I
FREN 208 Intermediate French II
FREN 244
FREN 344
Hours
3
3
French Comp & Convers
Adv French Comp & Conv
Minor — Spanish
FREN 350
FREN 353
(18
French Linguistics 3
Contemp French Culture & Civ 3
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Required Courses Hours SPAN 354 Hispanic Culture & Civ 3
SPAN 207 Intermediate Spanish I 3 SPAN 355 Survey of Spanish Lit 3
SPAN 208 Intermediate Spanish II 3 SPAN 356 Survey of Span-Amer Lit 3
SPAN 243 Comp & Conversation 3
Minor — German (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
XXXX 207-208 Intermediate Language 6
U/D Language Courses 6
Elective Language Courses 6
The beginning language courses, 101-102, are excluded from the minor. Students desiring
a language minor must earn 12 credits beyond the intermediate level either at SAU or
through ACA.
DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
I. Courses Offered at the SAU Campus
FRENCH
FREN 101. Elementary French I (D-1) 3 hours
This is a foundation course in basic language skills. Students who have any
background in French must take the language placement examination. Students
should contact department for details on specific scores. This course develops
listening and reading strategies with emphasis on oral and written forms of
communication. Laboratory work required. (Fall)
FREN 102. Elementary French II (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: FREN 101 or satisfactory score on placement examination or approval
of the department.
This course is a continuation on the development of basic language skills. Written
and oral communication is strongly emphasized. It concentrates on developing the
ability to use the language creatively to deal with daily life situations within the
French-speaking context. Laboratory work required. (Winter)
FREN 207. Intermediate French I (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: FREN 102 or satisfactory score on placement examination or approval
of the department.
Review and expansion of grammar/vocabulary as students develop speaking, writing,
reading, and listening skills. Readings and discussions focus on topics related to the
culture of the French-speaking world. Laboratory work required. (Fall)
FREN 208. Intermediate French II (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: FREN 207 or satisfactory score on placement examination or approval
of the department.
Continues the review and expansion of grammar/vocabulary as students develop
speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills. Readings and discussions focus on
topics related to the culture of the French-speaking world. Laboratory work required.
(Winter)
FREN 244. French Composition and Conversation 3 hours
Prerequisite: FREN 208 or satisfactory score on placement examination or approval
of the department.
Course designed to enhance oral and written proficiency along with vocabulary
expansion and to review grammatical structures. It emphasizes description and
narration, extending to the broader French-speaking world. FREN 244 and 344 is a
sequence particularly suggested for students who minor in French. (Fall)
FREN 344. Advanced French Composition and Conversation 3 hours
Prerequisite: FREN 208 and FREN 244 or approval of the department.
Designed to enhance oral and written proficiency along with vocabulary expansion and
to review grammatical structures. It focuses on Nous and Les Autres, incorporating
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description and narration, extending to the broader French-speaking world,
incorporating current events and argumentation along with vocabulary study and
grammar refinement. FREN 244 and 344 is a sequence particularly suggested for
students who minor in French. (Fall)
FREN 350. French Linguistics 3 hours
Prerequisite: FREN 208 and FREN 244 or equivalent or approval of the department.
An intensive course designed to enhance oral and written proficiency along with
vocabulary expansion. It focuses on the study of syntax, morphology, phonetics, and
phonology as components of the generative grammar of the French language. Open
to eligible students returning from ACA. This course is required for majors in French .
(Fall)
FREN 353. French Culture and Civilization 3 hours
Prerequisite: FREN 244 or approval of the department.
This course focuses on contemporary French culture and civilization and emphasizes
social, political, and artistic trends, and intellectual movements that have contributed
to the institutions and character of modern France. Course conducted entirely in
French. (Winter)
FREN 357. Survey of French Medieval and Renaissance Literature (D-2)3 hours
Prerequisites: FREN 244 and ENGL 21 6 or approval of the department.
Close reading and discussion of selected works from the period (eleventh through
sixteenth centuries) viewed in the socio-historical, intellectual, and artistic context:
Chanson de Roland, Roman de Renart, Aucassin et Nicolette, Farce de Maitre
Pathelin, and works by Chretien de Troyes, Villon, Rabelais, the Pleiade, and
Montaigne.
FREN 358. Survey of French 17 th and 18 th Centuries Literature (D-2)3 hours
Prerequisites: FREN 244 and ENGL 21 6 or approval of the department.
This course is a study of neo-classical tragedy and comedy as illustrated in select
texts of Corneille, Molie, Racine, Marivaux, and Beaumarchais. It experiments in
narrative fiction, including works by Mme de Lafayette and Prevost. The art of
epistolarity: Pascal and thepolemical letter, Mme de Sevigne and the personal letter,
Voltaire and the traveler's letter. Focus on topics: preciosite and sensibility; feminism
and modernity; rationalism and esprit critique.
FREN 458. Survey of French 19 th and 20 th Centuries Literature (D-2)3 hours
Prerequisites: FREN 244 and ENGL 21 6 or approval of the department.
Studies the main literary works and currents in the modern era in their historical
context. Based on an interdisciplinary approach linking literary theory with history,
sociology, and psychology. Works studied: Chateaubriand, Rene; Balzac, Le Pere
Goriot; Hugo, Hernani; Baudelaire, Les Fleurs du mat; Gide, La Symphonie
pastorate; Camus, L'Etranger; Duras, Moderato Cantabile.
FREN 459. Francophone Cultures and Literatures 3 hours
Prerequisites: FREN 244 and ENGL 21 6 or approval of the department.
This course proposes a cultural and literary journey based on a variety of texts
throughout the main French-speaking regions of the world: the African continent,
South East Asia, French Canada, Belgium, Switzerland, the French-speaking islands
of the Caribbean. This approach is inteded to stress and place into perspective these
geographical and national entities. Guest-speakers closely related, either as native
speakers or by their professional experience to French-speaking Africa, Canada, or
the Caribbean will be invited when available.
FREN 490. Comprehensive Examination Preparation 1 hour
Designed to provide academic support for French majors who will be taking the
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departmental written examination required for graduation. Faculty will meet with the
student regularly to assure the student has covered all materials pertinent to this
examination. French majors must take this course prior to graduation in the last
semester.
FREN 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Emphasizes individual, directed study. Designed for students who want to conduct
independent research in a specific subject of modern languages. Faculty will assist
student with selection of topic and serve as consultant for the project. This course is
limited primarily to the department majors and must be approved by the Chair of
Modern Languages.
GERMAN
GRMN 101. Elementary German I (D-1) 3 hours
A foundation course in the basic language skills. Laboratory work is required.
Students who have not taken any German language must enroll in GRMN 101 . This
course develops listening and reading strategies with an emphasis on oral and written
forms of communication. (Fall)*
GRMN 102. Elementary German II (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: GRMN 101 or approval of the department.
This course is a continuation on the development of basic language skills. Oral and
written communication are strongly emphasized. Laboratory work is required.
(Winter)*
GRMN 207. Intermediate German I (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: GRMN 1 02 or approval of the department.
Continued emphasis on development of listening and speaking skills. There is,
however, an increased emphasis on reading and writing skills through short selections
in German. Laboratory work is required. Students may get credit by passing a
"challenge examination" with a B grade. For information on the examination, students
should refer to SAU catalog (p. 46) and/or Modern Languages faculty for details.
(Fall)*
GRMN 208. Intermediate German II (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: GRMN 207 or approval of the department.
This course maintains a strong emphasis on listening and speaking skills. Through
reading of more extensive texts and informal writing as a support for speaking, it
develops oral fluency toward more effective narrative. Laboratory work is required.
Students may get credit by passing a "challenge examination" with a B grade. For
information on this examination, students should refer to SAU catalog and/or Modern
Languages faculty for details. (Winter)*
*NOTE: Those students who have any background in German must seek
departmental permission to enroll in any German course other than GRMN 101.
ITALIAN
ITAL101. Elementary Italian I (D-1) 3 hours
Introduces students to the basic principles of the language necessary for written and
oral communication. Emphasis placed on developing the ability to use the language
creatively to talk about oneself and to deal with daily life situations within the Italian
cultural context. Laboratory work required. (Fall)
ITAL 102. Elementary Italian II (D-1) 3 hours
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Prerequisite: ITAL 101 or approval of the department.
Continues ITAL 101. This course further develops the student's ability to
communicate in Italian, both orally and in writing. Students will speak, read, and write
about such topics as advice and opinions, the future, and hypothetical situations, while
at the same time gaining insights into the culture of Italy. Laboratory work required.
(Winter)
ITAL 207. Intermediate Italian I (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ITAL 102 or approval of the department.
This course requires a fairly good foundation in the basic principles of the language.
Students improve their communication skills by discussing and writing about
various topics drawn from readings focused on Italian culture. Review of grammar is
included. Laboratory work required.
ITAL 208. Intermediate Italian II (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ITAL 207 or approval of the department.
Continues ITAL 207 and requires a good foundation in the basic principles of the
language. Students improve their communication skills by discussing and writing
about various topics drawn from readings focused on Italian culture. Although review
of grammar is included, it is not necessarily stressed. Laboratory work required.
MODERN LANGUAGE
MDLG 240. American Sign Language I 3 hours
An introductory class in American Sign Language designed for the student with little or
no signing experience. Course focus is on developing beginning sign communication
for basic conversational usage. No prerequisite required.
MDLG 241. American Sign Language II 3 hours
Prerequisite: MDLG 240 or equivalent.
A continuation of American Sign Language I with an ongoing emphasis on expressive
and receptive sign communication development. Further attention is placed on ASL
grammar and deaf culture.
MDLG 265. Medical Spanish (D-1) 3 hours
This course is designed for physicians, nurses, and other health professionals who
need to communicate with Spanish-speaking clients. The primary objective is to help
students develop health-related vocabulary and learn specific expressions and
phrases that are commonly used by health professionals in their dealings with clients.
The course will not count toward any of the majors offered by the Modern Languages
Department. Open to anyone but primarily for Allied Health, Nursing, Pre-Med,
Wellness and Social Work majors. (Winter)
SPANISH
SPAN 101. Elementary Spanish I (D-1) 3 hours
A foundation course in basic language skills. Students who have any background in
Spanish language must take the language placement examination. Students should
contact department for details on specific scores. This course develops listening and
reading strategies with an emphasis on oral and written forms of communication.
(Fall)
SPAN 102. Elementary Spanish II (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 101 , or satisfactory score on placement examination, or approval
of the department. (Winter)
This course is a continuation on the development of basic language skills. Oral and
written communication are strongly emphasized. Laboratory work is required.
(Winter)
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ODERN LANGUAGES
SPAN 207. Intermediate Spanish I (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 102, or a satisfactory score on a placement examination, or
approval of the department.
Continued emphasis on development of listening and speaking skills. There is,
however, an increased emphasis on reading and writing skills through the study of
short selections of Spanish literature. Laboratory work is required. Students may
get credit for this course by passing a "challenge examination" with a B grade. For
information on this examination, students should refer to SAU catalog and/or Modern
Languages faculty for details. (Fall)
SPAN 208. Intermediate Spanish II (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 207, or a satisfactory score on a placement examination, or
approval of the department.
This course maintains a strong emphasis on listening and speaking skills. Through
reading of more extensive texts and informal writing as a support for speaking, it
develops oral fluency and more effective narrative. Laboratory work is required.
Students may get credit for this course by passing a "challenge examination" with a B
grade. For information on this examination, students should refer to the SAU catalog
and/or Modern Languages faculty for details. (Winter)
SPAN 243. Composition and Conversation (D-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 208 or approval of the department.
An intensive course aiming at proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and
writing in Spanish. This course is conducted in Spanish with a high emphasis on
elaboration of formal writing. This course offers an opportunity for students to
participate at a higher level of language fluency, both, oral and written. (Fall)
SPAN 354. Hispanic Culture and Civilization 3 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 243 or approval of the department.
A course designed to study the social, political, economic, artistic, intellectual, and
religious aspects of Spanish-speaking society, their diversity of cultures, their
interaction, and their past and present projection toward participation in a global
arena. (Winter)
SPAN 355. Survey of Spanish Literature (D-2) (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 243 and ENGL 216 for Spanish/Spanish Teaching majors or
approval of the department.
This course is designed to study the history and development of Spanish literature, the
many factors affecting literary productions, and the analysis of contemporary Spanish
society. As a survey, this course contemplates Medieval Spanish literary productions
to present literary movements in Spain. (Fall)
SPAN 356. Survey of Spanish-American Literature (D-2) (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 243 and ENGL 216 for Spanish/Spanish Teaching majors or
approval of the department.
This course is designed as a survey of Spanish-American literary production from
travel writing in the Sixteenth Century to contemporary literary productions in the many
cultures of countries understood as the Americas. (Winter)
SPAN 457. U.S. Latino Literature (D-2) (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 243 and ENGL 21 6 or approval of the department.
This course is designed to approach literary productions of U.S. Latinos and their
cultural significance in contemporary U.S. society. The inevitable linguistic encounter
on a common "national" space of literary production presents a variety of works that
project a social struggle, a political agenda, and a beauty of narrative by
non-canonical authors in the U.S. (Fall, alternate years)
SPAN 458. Mexican-American Literature (D-2) (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 243 and ENGL 216 or approval of the department.
Modern Languages 191
This course is designed to contemplate the literary production of "border" Spanish
speakers, and their linguistic evolution into what is known today as Chicano/a
literature. Such space of production also reflects and portrays a level of militancy that
affects, and is projected through, this literary space. A variety of topics (including
participation on U.S. economy) are geared to understand the cultural differences
among Spanish speakers in the cultural space known as "America." (Fall, alternate
years)
SPAN 490. Comprehensive Examination Preparation 1 hour
This particular course is a time designed to provide academic support for Spanish
majors who will be taking the departmental written examination required for
graduation. Faculty will meet with the student regularly to assure that the student has
covered all materials pertinent to this examination. Spanish majors must take this
course prior to graduation in the last semester.
SPAN 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
A course emphasizing individual directed study. This course is for students who want
to conduct independent research in a specific subject of modern languages. Faculty
will assist student with selection of topic and serve as consultant for the project. This
course is limited primarily to the department majors and must be approved by the
Chair of Modern Languages.
II. Courses offered at the ACA language schools
For a complete listing of courses available for credit at the ACA campuses,
see the 2002-03 ACA catalog in Southern Adventist University's Modern
Languages Department.
EDUCATION
EDUC 438. Curriculum and Content Methods/Languages 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Attention is given to methods and materials of language instruction, planning,
testing, and evaluating student performance; they survey and evaluation of
textbooks appropriate for language teaching and learning is also included.
(D-1 ) (D-2) (W) See pages 27-32 for general education requirements.
Ichoolof Music
Dean: W. Scott Ball
Faculty: J. Bruce Ashton, Judith Glass, Laurie Redmer-Minner, Ken
Parsons,
Julie Penner, Bruce E. Rasmussen
Adjunct Faculty: Leila Ashton, Bob Burks, Jan Cochrane, Robert Hansel,
Elaine Janzen, Nora Kile, Bruce Kuist, Barbara Miller, Rosalie
Rasmussen,
Mark Reneau, Clinton Schmitt, Patricia Silver, Christina Smith,
Gordon Stangeland, James Stroud, Nikolasa Tejero, Doug Warner, Gary
Wilkes
The faculty of the School of Music believes that music is one of the arts
given to man by his Creator to be used in the worship of God and to enhance
the quality of man's life. In harmony with this philosophy, course work is
offered which meets the needs of the general university student as well as
music majors and minors.
The School of Music offers two baccalaureate degrees, the Bachelor of
Music degree in music education and the Bachelor of Science degree in
music. Both degrees require courses in music theory and history, as well as
a high level of achievement in a major performance area. The Bachelor of
Music degree emphasizes the skills necessary for teaching music, with
special emphasis on the training of teachers for the Seventh-day Adventist
school system. The Bachelor of Science degree affords the student the
opportunity to choose one of three tracks: (1) General, (2) Music Theory
and Literature, (3) Music Performance.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Music majors must fulfill all the general admission requirements of the
University. In addition, a prospective music major is required to take written
and aural entrance examinations in music theory and a performance
examination in the applied concentration. To obtain freshman standing as a
music major, the student must qualify for MUCT 1 1 1 and MUPF 189.
Further information regarding the entrance examinations may be obtained
by writing the Dean of the School of Music.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Functional Piano: All music majors must demonstrate keyboard
proficiency by passing a piano proficiency examination or successfully
completing Class Piano 1-4. Keyboard proficiency includes the ability to
play hymns, scales, triads, arpeggios, several moderately easy compositions
and accompaniments and harmonize simple folk melodies. Students will
take a piano placement test during the first week of the first semester in
residence.
Applied Music Credit: One semester hour of credit will be given for
fourteen half-hour lessons with a minimum of four hours of practice per
lesson. Performance Concentration grades are assigned following a jury
examination at the end of each semester. (See Music Lesson Fees under
Financial Policies section of this catalog.)
Concert and Recital Attendance: Full-time music majors (students taking
12 or more credits) are required to attend, as a non-performer, six School
approved concerts
per semester, except for the student teaching semester. Attendance shall
include faculty and senior recitals in the student's applied concentration area.
Failure to meet this requirement will nullify music major status.
Music Ensemble Participation: All music majors are required to
participate in an appropriate music ensemble every semester in full-time
residence (12 or more hours). During the student teaching semester,
students are exempted from this requirement. Teacher certification
candidates must, however, complete eight hours of appropriate ensembles.
Appropriate ensembles are defined as follows: string majors, Symphony
Orchestra; wind and percussion majors, Wind Symphony; voice majors, SAU
Chorale; keyboard majors, any of the above. Students are encouraged to
participate in a variety of other ensembles as time permits.
ASSESSMENT
The School of Music has an ongoing program of student assessment.
This program includes the following:
1. PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS
a. Concentration :
Music Performance Concentration (MUPF 189, 389) grades will
be based on the student having met the following criteria:
1 . Completed at least 1 4 lessons for the semester. (One-half hour
lesson=one semester hour credit; one hour lesson=two
semester hours credit.)
2. Practiced a minimum of four hours each week for each semester
hour of credit. The student will keep a "Daily Practice Log" for
his/her verification of meeting this requirement. (Two semester
hours of credit=eight hours of practice per week.)
3. Studied, completed, and performed sufficient literature to
warrant the credit hours for which the individual is registered.
(The number, length, and/or difficulty level of the work(s) studied
and of the work(s) prepared for performance are the basis for
this criterion. Where appropriate, other factors such as
memorization will be considered.)
4. Completed the end of the semester jury audition examination
and received a performance grade as determined by the Music
Faculty (50%) and the Private Lesson Instructor (50%).
Unsatisfactory performance in any item above will negatively
affect the final Performance Concentration grade.
A grade of C- or lower will not count toward the Performance
Concentration requirements.
A grade of C or lower for two consecutive semesters will result
in the student being dropped as a Music Major. Reinstatement
can only be achieved by applying to the Music Faculty and
successfully completing an audition for reinstatement in the
Performance Concentration area. Audition for reinstatement may
be requested only once.
b. Applied Music :
Applied Music (MUPF 129, 329) grades will be based on the
student having met the following criteria.
1 . Completed at least 1 4 lessons for the semester. (One-half hour
lesson=one semester hour credit; one hour lesson=two
semester hours credit.)
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2. Practiced a minimum of four hours per week for each semester
hour of credit. The student will keep a "Daily Practice Log" for
his/her verification of meeting this requirement. (Two semester
hours credit=eight hours practice per week.)
3. Studied, completed, and performed sufficient literature at the
individual student's level to warrant the credit hours for which
the individual is registered.
Unsatisfactory performance in any item above will negatively
affect the final Applied Music grade.
2. JUNIOR STANDING
Music majors must apply for junior standing at the end of the sophomore year.
These requirements are as follows:
a. An overall grade point average of 2.00 for the Bachelor of Science degree
and 2.75 for the Bachelor of Music degree.
b. A grade point average of 2.75 in all music courses.
c. Completion of the functional piano requirement.
d. Completion of MUCT 111-112,121-122.
e. Completion of at least four hours of credit in the student's applied music
concentration area.
Faculty evaluation of the application for junior standing will result in the
student's receiving one of the following classifications: (a) Pass, Bachelor of
Music; (b) Pass, Bachelor of Science; (c) Probation; (d) Fail. Junior Standing
requirements must be met at least two semesters before graduation.
3. SENIOR RECITAL
All music degree candidates will present a senior recital. The student must be
registered for private instruction while preparing for the senior recital. A faculty
audition of the complete program must be scheduled at least three weeks
before the recital date. Unsatisfactory performance at this audition will result in
a rescheduling of the recital date.
Following the senior recital, the music faculty will vote to either accept the
performance or to require all or portions of the recital to be repeated. The
student will not be cleared for graduation until successful completion of the
senior recital. Upon music faculty approval, the senior recital requirement may
be partially fulfilled through a conducting or chamber music performance.
4. SENIOR ASSESSMENT EXAMINATION
During the senior year each graduating senior will take the nationally
standardized Major Field Achievement Test. The results of this examination will
be used to help determine the effectiveness of the music program and the
competency level of the graduates.
BACHELOR OF MUSIC CURRICULUM
The Bachelor of Music degree in music education meets state and
denominational certification requirements. Students must apply for admission
to the Teacher Education Program through the School of Education and
Psychology prior to taking education courses. Each student will be
responsible to determine the additional courses that may be required for
certification in the state of his/her choice. This information can be obtained at
>CHOOLOF IVIUSIC
Music 195
the School of Education and Psychology.
State certification and graduation requirements for Music Education
majors include passing the Praxis II Specialty Test in Music Education at the
480 level.
The following general education requirements apply only to students
pursuing a Bachelor of Music degree:
A. Basic Academic Skills 12 hours
1 . English 6 hours
2. Mathematics 3 hours
3. Intro to Public Speaking 3 hours
B. Religion 12 hours
1. Biblical Studies (RELB) 3 hours
2. Religion: RELT 138, 255 6 hours
3. Upper division elective
3
hours
C . History 6 hours
D. Language, Literature, Fine Arts ..3 hours
1 . Literature
3 hours
E . Natural Sciences 6 hours
1 . Biology
0-3 hours
2. Chemistry 0-3
hours
3 . Physics
0-3 hours
4 . Earth Science
0-3
hours
F. Behavioral, Family, Health Sciences5 hours
1. HLED 173, PSYC 128
G. Activity Skills 2 hours
1. Recreational Skills (PEAC 225
required)
TOTAL4 6 hours
Music Core (30 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
MUG I 111-112 Music Theory I, II 6
MUCT 121-122 Aural Theory I, II 2
MUCT 21 1-212 Music Theory III, IV 6
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MUCT221222 Aural Theory III, IV 2
MUCT313 Orchestration and Arranging 3
MUHL118 Musical Styles & Repertories 2
MUHL 320-323 Music history courses (W) 8
MUPF 273 Basic Conducting 1
Vocal/General Endorsement (32-36 Hours)
A. Voice Concentration (32)
Applied Concentration 14 hours
Appropriate Ensemble(s) 8 hours
MUED 317 Voice Pedagogy 2 hours
MUPF 225 Singers Diction I 2 hours
MUPF 373 Choral Conducting 2 hours
MUPF 374 Instrumental Conducting 2 hours
MU Elective 2 hours
B. Keyboard Concentration (36)
Applied Concentration (Piano or Organ) 14 hours
Applied Music (Voice) 4 hours
Appropriate Ensembles 8 hours
MUED 317 Voice Pedagogy 2 hours
MUPF 279 Service Playing (Organ majors) 1, 1 hours
OR
MUPF 289 Accompanying (Piano majors)
MUED 316 Piano Pedagogy 2 hours
OR
MUED 318 Organ Pedagogy
MUPF 373 Choral Conducting 2 hours
MUPF 374 Instrumental Conducting 2 hours
Instrumental Endorsement (36 Hours)
Concentration
(one instrument: wind, string, or percussion) 14 hours
Applied Music
(from two areas outside of concentration 2,2) 4 hours
Appropriate Ensembles 8 hours
MUED 236 String Methods and Techniques 2 hours
MUED 246 Brass Methods and Techniques 2 hours
MUED 256 Woodwind Methods and Techniques 2 hours
MUED 266 Percussion Methods and Techniques 2 hours
MUPF 374 Instrumental Conducting 2 hours
Vocal/General and Instrumental Endorsement
An applicant for endorsements in both areas above may complete a
minimum of ten semester hours in methods and materials, provided both are
represented.
Professional Core (33 Hours)
MUED Courses:
MUED 250 Technology in Music Education 2
MUED 331 Music in the Elementary School 3
MUED 332 Music in the Secondary School 3
School of Music 197
MUED 439 Pre-Student Teaching Seminar 1
EDUC Courses:
EDUC 135 Introduction to Elementary Education 2
OR
EDUC 136 Introduction to Middle and Secondary Education
EDUC 217 Psych Foundations of Education 2
EDUC 240 Ed for Excep Child and Youth 2
EDUC 325 Philosophy of Christian Ed 2
EDUC 356 Classroom Assessment 2
EDUC 422 Behavior Mgmt— Secondary 2
EDUC 469 Enhanced Student Teaching K-12 12
The student must apply for Initial Admission to the Teacher Education
Program (usually by the end of the sophomore year) after completing all
requirements as outlined under ADMISSION PROCEDURES in the School
of Education and Psychology section of the catalog. Initial admission is
required before the student can enroll in upper division education courses.
The student must also complete an application and all other requirements
for Admission to Student Teaching. Prior to the professional semester, the
student must
take and pass the PRAXIS II licensure exam — both the appropriate section
of the Principles of Learning and Teaching, and the particular specialty
test(s) for the licensure area(s).
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.Mus. Music Education
1st Semester
Hoi
irs
2nd Semester
Hours
EDUC 135
Intro to Elementary Education
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
OR
2
MUCT 112
Music Theory II
3
EDUC 136
Intro to Middle & Secondary Educ
MUCT 122
Aural Theory II
1
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
MUHL118
Musical Styles & Repertories
2
HIST
Area C-1, Elective
3
MUPF104
Class Piano 2
1
MUCT 1 1 1
Music Theory I
3
MUPF189
Applied Concentration
2
MUCT121
Aural Theory I
1
RELT 255
Christian Beliefs
3
MUPF103
Class Piano I
1
Music Ensemble
1
MUPF189
Applied Concentration
Music Ensemble
2
1
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN MUSIC
The Bachelor of Science in Music degree indicates the study of music
within a liberal arts degree framework. This program is designed to meet
the needs of students who wish to major in music irrespective of specific
career aspirations.
Major— B.S. Music (46-60 Hours)
Music Core (35 Hours)
Required Courses Hours MUCT 211-212 Music Theory III, IV 6
MUG I 111-112 Music Theory I, II 6 MUCT 221-222 Aural Theory III, IV 2
MUCT 121-122 AuralTheoryl.il 2 MUHL118 M usical Styles & Repertories 2
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MUHL320
MUHL321
Renaissance
(W)
MUHL322
MUHL323
MUPF 273
Music of the Middle Ages &
Renaissance fW)2
Music of the Late
Appropriate Music Ensembles
and Baroque Era
2
Classic & Romantic Music (W) 2
Music in the 20* Century (W) 2
Basic Conducting 1
Required Cognate
COMM 135 ' "
Tntro to Public Speaking
General Track (11 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
MUPF 189 Concentration 4
MUPF 389 Concentration 4
UD Theory Elective 3
Music Theory and Literature Track (16 Hours)
Required Courses
MUPF 189
Concentration
MUPF 389 Concentration
MUCT313 Orchestration & Arranging
OR
MUCT315 Compositional Techniques
MUCT413 Analysis of Musical Forms
MUHL 465 Topics in Music
Hours
4
Cognate Requirement Hours
HMNI 205 ATtiTnd Ideas 3
Foreign Language through the Intermediate Level6
(French or German required)
Music Performance Track (23-25 Hours)
Students are accepted into this Track by audition only.
Required Courses Hours
MUPF 189 Concentration 8
MUPF 389 Concentration _ 8
MUCT413 Analysis of Musical Forms 3
Cognate Reguirement
Foreign Language through the Intermediate Level6
(French or German required)
Specific area requirements as follows : Hours
For Piano Majors (4 Hours)
MUED 31 6 Piano Pedagogy (2)
MUPF 289 Accompanying (1,1)
For Voice Majors (6 Hours)
MUED 317 Voice Pedagogy (2)
MUPF 225-226 Singers Diction I, II (2,2)
For Organ Majors (4 Hours)
MUED 318 Organ Pedagogy (2)
MUPF 279 Service Playing (1,1)
For Orchestra/Band Instrument (4 Hours)
4-6
MUPF 334
MUPF 344
Chamber Music (1,1)
Instrumental Literature (2)
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Music
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102
MUCT 1 1 1
Music Theory I
3
MUCT 112
MUCT121
Aural Theory I
1
MUCT 122
MUPF 103
Class Piano I
1
MUHL118
MUPF 189
Applied Concentration —
MUPF 104
Instrument/Voice
1-2
MUPF 189
Music Ensemble
1
Area B, Religion
3
Minor or Elective
2
Hours
College Composition 3
Music Theory II 3
Aural Theory II 1
Musical Styles & Repertories 2
Class Piano 2 1
Applied Concentration —
Instrument/Voice 1 -2
Music Ensemble 1
Area A-2, Mathematics 0-3
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15-16
Minor — Music (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
MUG I 111-112 Music Theory I and II 6
MUHL118 Musical Styles and Rep 2
MUPF189 Concentration 2
MUPF273 Basic Conducting 1
Choose one of the following:
MUHL320, 321,322, 323 2
Upper Division Electives 4
Music Elective 1
CHURCH MUSIC
MUCH 216. Music in the Christian Church (D-3) 3 hours
A historical, theological, and liturgical survey of music in the Christian Church, from its
roots in the Jewish synagogue to contemporary trends in worship, with particular
emphasis on hymnology. (Winter)
MUCH 315. Church Music Materials and Administration 3 hours
The study of worship philosophies, denominational political hierarchies, liturgies,
ensemble organization, appropriate music literature for performance and administrative
procedures. Students are required to prepare service music for services of various
denominations.
MUSIC THEORY
MUCT 101. Basic Musicianship I 2 hours
A course designed to introduce students to the elements of music, including pitch and
rhythmic notation, key and time signatures, major and minor scales, and intervals. A
keyboard component is included. This course does not apply toward a major or minor
in music.
MUCT 102. Basic Musicianship II 2 hours
Prerequisite: MUCT 101 or permission of instructor.
A continuation of MUCT 101, studying triads, seventh chords, and their application
within the tonal system. A keyboard component is included. This course does not
apply toward a major or minor in music.
MUCT 111-112. Music Theory I and II 3,3 hours
Prerequisite: MUCT 102 or examination.
A study of the elements which render music of all periods aurally and visually
comprehensible, within simple forms and a variety of textures from one to four voices.
Music Theory I may not be repeated more than once.
MUCT 121-122. Aural Theory I and II 1,1 hours
A laboratory for the development of keyboard and sight-singing skills related to the
materials introduced in MUCT 111-112. Music majors must take this concurrently with
MUCT 111-112. This is a computer assisted course.
MUCT 21 1 -21 2. Music Theory III and IV 3,3 hours
Prerequisites: MUCT 1 1 1 -1 1 2.
An expanded and intensified study of the structure of music as begun in MUCT
111-112. In MUCT 212, contemporary music is emphasized.
MUCT 221-222. Aural Theory III and IV 1,1 hours
Keyboard and sight-singing applications of materials studied in MUCT 211-212. Music
majors must take this concurrently with MUCT 211-212. This is a computer-assisted
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MUCT 313. Orchestration and Arranging 3 hours
Prerequisites: MUCT 111-112.
The ranges, capabilities and limitations, and transpositions of orchestra and band
instruments. Idiomatic scoring of short works for vocal and instrumental chamber
groups, small orchestra, and band. Performance of exercises and analysis of scores is
emphasized. (Winter, even numbered years)
MUCT 315. Compositional Techniques 3 hours
Prerequisite: MUCT 21 2.
An introduction to the process and experience of musical composition. Students will
explore perceptions of repetition, variation, and contrast as elements in artistic
construction. They will experiment with rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic aspects of
musical gesture and their effects, particularly in small musical forms. (Fall, odd
numbered years)
MUCT 413. Analysis of Musical Forms 3 hours
Prerequisites: MUCT 21 1 -21 2 or permission of instructor.
An analytical study of musical structure from the smallest units of form to the more
complex music of all historical periods. (Fall, odd numbered years)
MUCT 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Individual study open to music majors and other qualified students. Content to be
arranged. Approval must be secured from the School Dean prior to registration. May be
repeated up to a total of three hours. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
MUSIC EDUCATION
MUED 231. Music and Movement: A Sequential Approach 2 hours
Prerequisite: MUCT 102 or MUHL 115 or Approval of Instructor.
A survey of the structure of music including music fundamentals, movement to music,
performance skills, listening skills, and the integration of music into life activities. This
course does not apply toward a major or minor in music.
MUED 236. String Methods and Techniques 2 hours
The study of the stringed instruments, including methods and materials for class and
private instruction. Observation of classroom and private instruction is required.
(Winter, even numbered years)
MUED 246. Brass Methods and Techniques 2 hours
A study of tone production, performance techniques, embouchure, fingerings, practical
pedagogic techniques, and simple repairs. A survey of literature for the instruments
and evaluation of teaching methods. Observation of classroom and private instruction
is required. (Fall, even numbered years)
MUED 250. Technology in Music Education 2 hours
A course designed to help music students develop skills in the use of computers in
music education. Students will become proficient in the use of MIDI, and of music
notation and sequencing programs. They will sample and learn to use computer
programs in the music department and teaching administration and in the teaching of
music theory, appreciation, performance, literature, history, and ear training in grades
K-12.
MUED 256. Woodwind Methods and Techniques 2 hours
A study of tone production, performance techniques, embouchure, fingerings, practical
pedagogic techniques, and simple repairs. A survey of literature for the instruments
School of Music 201
and evaluation of teaching methods. Observation of classroom and private instruction
is required. (Winter, odd numbered years)
MUED 266. Percussion Methods and Techniques 2 hours
The study of the percussion instruments, including methods and materials for class and
private instruction. Observation of classroom and private instruction is required. (Fall,
odd numbered years)
MUED 316. Piano Pedagogy 2 hours
Prerequisite: Two hours of MUPF 189 or equivalent.
Methods, materials, and procedures for private and class piano instruction; planning a
complete program for pupils on various grade levels including technic, repertoire, and
musicianship. Observation and teaching are required. (Fall, odd numbered years)
MUED 317. Voice Pedagogy 2 hours
Prerequisite:! vi o hours of MUPF 189 or equivalent and permission of instructor.
Methods, materials, and procedures for private and class voice instruction; testing and
classification of voices; physiological and psychological problems of voice production
and diction. Observation and teaching are required. (Winter, odd numbered years)
MUED 318. Organ Pedagogy 2 hours
Prerequisite: Two hours of MUPF 189 or equivalent.
Methods, materials, and procedures for instruction in organ; accompaniment of church
services; registration of organ literature on various types of organs. Observation and
teaching are required. (Fall, even numbered years)
MUED 331. Music in the Elementary School 3 hours
A study of music teaching-learning methods, materials and strategies for K-8 students.
Basic concepts of musical organization, musical skills, and literature for the classroom.
The course will include a survey of age-appropriate choral and instrumental repertories.
Observation of classroom teaching is required. (Fall, even numbered years)
MUED 332. Music in the Secondary School 3 hours
A study of music teaching-learning methods, materials and strategies for 9-12 students.
Theories and practices in secondary school music, attention to music administration,
discipline, curricular developments in music education, evaluation procedures
appropriate to the music classroom. The course will include a survey of
age-appropriate choral and instrumental repertories. (Winter, odd numbered years)
MUED 439. Pre-Student Teaching Seminar 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
A seminar in which the student is oriented to student teaching, including curriculum,
lesson planning, professional relationships, and other matters related to student
teaching. (Winter)
MUSIC HISTORY
MUHL 115. Listening to Music (D-3) 3 hours
A course designed to acquaint the student with the major composers, musical styles,
and forms of Western music. Two listening periods per week are required. This course
does not apply toward a major in music.
MUHL 118. Musical Styles and Repertories 2 hours
Prerequisite: MUCT 1 1 1 or permission of instructor.
A global introduction to musical style and literature designed for music majors and
minors. Emphasis is upon aural recognition as folk, popular, and classical traditions
are studied within their historical and cultural contexts.
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MUHL 120. Music in the United States (D-3) 3 hours
A study of the significant musical trends that have evolved during the four centuries of
the nation's history. This course also examines the socio-historical contexts that have
fostered differing musical traditions. Topics include folk and traditional musics, art
music, sacred music, popular music, and music for theatre and film.
MUHL 320. Music of the Middle Ages and Renaissance (D-3) (W) 2 hours
Prerequisites: M U H L 1 15 or 1 18; MUCT 1 1 1-1 12, or permission of instructor.
A survey of the important figures, trends, styles, and genres in Western Europe,
beginning with musical thought and practice in ancient Greece and culminating in the
High Renaissance of the 1 6 th century. (Fall, odd years)
MUHL 321. Music of the Late Renaissance and Baroque Era (D-3) (W)2 hours
Prerequisites: MUHL 115 or 118; MUCT 111-112, or permission of instructor.
Beginning with the Reformation and Counter-Reformation, the course traces the history
of western music to the mid-1 8th century with the principal composers, styles, and
genres of the Baroque period. (Winter, even years)
MUHL 322. Classic and Romantic Music (D-3) (W) 2 hours
Prerequisites: MUHL 1 1 5 or 1 1 8; MUCT 1 1 1 -1 1 2, or permission of instructor.
A study of the major composers, genres, and stylistic trends in Europe and the United
States from the mid-1 8th century through the 19th century. (Fall, even years)
MUHL 323. Music in the Twentieth Century (D-3) (W) 2 hours
Prerequisites: MUHL 1 1 5 or 1 1 8; MUCT 1 1 1 -1 1 2, or permission of instructor.
The diversity of musical styles in the modern and post-modern eras taught from a global
perspective, emphasizing the expanded musical vocabulary of western art music
through its incorporation of popular and folk elements, and non-Western theories and
techniques. (Winter, odd years)
MUHL 465. Topics in Music 1-3 hours
A seminar focusing on a particular composer, style, genre, or issue within the history of
music. This course may be repeated for credit.
INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP INSTRUCTION
"Criteria for Music Performance Concentration Evaluation and Music
Performance Secondary Evaluation is found under Assessment on pages 181
and 182.
MUPF 103, 104, 105, 106. Class Piano 1-4 (G-1) 1,1,1,1 hour
A four-semester course sequence designed to develop basic piano skills, from the
playing of scales, chords, and simple melodies to the accomplished performance of
hymns and piano repertoire. Students will study scales, arpeggios, cadences,
standard piano literature and hymns, accompaniments, and improvised harmonization.
Students will be placed at the appropriate level based on the results of the piano
placement test.
MUPF 108. Group Instruction (G-1) 1-2 hours
Class instruction in beginning-intermediate voice, beginning piano, or beginning
classical guitar. The instruction emphasizes acquisition of basic techniques and solo
performance. A minimum of four hours of practice and/or listening outside of class is
required. May be repeated for credit.
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MUPF 129. Applied Music (G-1) 1-2 hours
Private instruction in voice, piano, organ, or orchestral instrument. One-half hour lesson
and a minimum four hours practice per week are required for each hour of credit
granted. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
MUPF 189. Concentration (G-1) 1-2 hours
Prerequisites: Performance examination for freshman standing. For music majors and
minors.
Private instruction in voice, piano, organ, or orchestral instrument. One-half hour
lesson and a minimum four hours practice per week are required for each hour of credit
granted. Private lessons for voice majors and minors include attendance at a weekly
voice performance class. Jury examination is required. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
MUPF 225. Singers Diction I (G-1) 2 hours
An introduction to the study of Italian, German, French, and English pronunciation,
using the International Phonetic Alphabet. (Fall, odd numbered years)
MUPF 226. Singers Diction II (G-1) 2 hours
Prerequisite: MUPF 225 or permission of instructor.
The advanced study of Italian, German, French, and English pronunciation, using the
International Phonetic Alphabet. (Winter, even numbered years)
MUPF 273. Basic Conducting (G-1) 1 hour
Prerequisite: MUCT 1 1 1
The development of basic conducting skills, focusing on beat patterns, expressive
gestures, score preparation and rehearsal techniques.
MUPF 279. Service Playing (G-1) 1 hour
Prerequisite: Two hours MUPF 189 (organ) or permission of instructor.
The development of skills requisite to playing both liturgical and non-liturgical services,
including hymn playing, choral and solo accompanying, conducting from the console,
improvisation and modulation, and selection of appropriate preludes, offertories, and
postludes. Performance experience required. This course may be repeated for credit.
MUPF 289. Accompanying (G-1) 1 hour
Prerequisite: Two hours MUPF 189 (piano) or permission of instructor.
The development of skills requisite to accompanying solo, choral, congregational, and
worship service performance. Performance experience required. This course may be
repeated for credit.
MUPF 308. Group Voice Instruction (G-1) 1-2 hours
Intermediate to advanced voice. The instruction will emphasize voice techniques
through vocalises and solo performance (both in class and for recitals.)
MUPF 329. Applied Music (G-1) 1-2 hours
Prerequisite: Two hours of MUPF 129 or permission of instructor.
Private instruction in voice, piano, organ, or orchestral instrument. One-half hour lesson
and a minimum four hours practice per week are required for each hour of credit
granted. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
MUPF 334. Chamber Music (G-1) 1 hour
Study and performance of chamber literature for various combinations of strings, brass,
woodwinds, and percussion from the earliest examples to works of the 20* century.
This course may be repeated for credit.
MUPF 344. Instrumental Literature (G-1) 2 hours
Study and performance of solo literature for strings, brass, woodwinds, or percussion
from the earliest examples to works of the 20 lh century.
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MUPF 373. Choral Conducting (G-1) 2 hours
Prerequisite: MUPF 273.
The study of choral conducting, including the basic elements of tonal development,
diction, vocal problems, formal structure, analysis, style, administration and a general
survey of choral literature. Development of conducting technique in class and
rehearsal settings.
MUPF 374. Instrumental Conducting (G-1) 2 hours
Prerequisite: M U P F 3 7 3
The study of band and orchestral scores, covering elements of style, form, and
interpretation. Emphasis on instrumental problems and transpositions. Development
of baton technique through conducting instrumental ensembles.
MUPF 389. Concentration (G-1) 1-2 hours
Prerequisite: Junior Standing as Music Major or approval of music faculty.
For music majors and minors. Private instruction in voice, piano, organ, or orchestral
instrument. One-half hour lesson and a minimum four hours practice per week are
required for each hour of credit granted. Private lessons for voice majors and minors
include attendance at a weekly voice performance class. . Jury examination is
required. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
Courses MUPF 108, 129, and 329 are open to any student of the University as
elective credit toward the B.A. or B.S. degree. The music major or minor may not
apply these toward his applied music concentration. Students desiring to study
organ must pass the Functional Piano Examination.
Courses MUPF 189 and 389 are courses primarily for the music major and
minor, but they may be elected by anyone who passes the examination for
freshman standing. Jury examinations are required with these course numbers.
The following performance areas may be studied: voice, piano, classical guitar,
folk guitar, organ, violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, oboe, clarinet,
saxophone, bassoon, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone tuba, and
percussion instruments.
CHORAL ENSEMBLES
Choral ensembles are open to all University students through audition. Each
ensemble meets three periods per week and offers one hour credit each
semester. Regular attendance at performances and rehearsals, including dress
rehearsals, is required.
Ensembles for which academic credit is granted are organized and sponsored
by the members of the music faculty.
MUPF 118/318. 1 Cantori (G-1) 1 hour
A mixed-voice chamber ensemble designed for voice majors and other serious vocal
students, I Cantori is considered a major touring ensemble. Repertoire includes both
sacred and secular music from a wide range of styles and periods. Requirements:
Must be members of the Southern Adventist University Chorale. Membership
commitment is expected for the entire academic year.
MUPF 119/319. Bel Canto (G-1) 1 hour
A women's chorus that performs music from a wide selection of styles and periods, both
sacred and secular. A touring ensemble — membership is preferred for the entire
academic year.
MUPF 158/358. Die Meistersinger Male Chorus (G-1) 1 hour
A male chorus that explores the rich traditions of music from many eras bridging a wide
variety of styles, both sacred and secular. A touring ensemble — membership is
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preferred for the entire year.
MUPF 168/368. Southern Adventist University Chorale (G-1) 1 hour
A large mixed chorus, the SAU Chorale is considered a touring ensemble. Repertoire
includes music from a wide range of styles and periods, both sacred and secular.
Membership is preferred for the entire academic year.
MUPF 188/388. Vocal Ensemble Experience (G-1) 1 hour
A course designed to provide credit for participants in major choral works, musical
productions, and other school-sponsored vocal activities. This course does not fulfill the
music ensemble requirement for music majors.
INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES
Instrumental ensembles are open to all University students through audition.
Each ensemble meets three periods per week and offers one hour credit each
semester. Regular attendance at rehearsals is required.
Course numbers MUPF 178 and 378 do not fulfill the music ensemble
participation requirement for music majors except those taking a keyboard
concentration. Music majors other than those taking a keyboard concentration
who wish Instrumental Ensemble Experience credit must be registered
concurrently in Wind Symphony or Symphony Orchestra.
Ensembles for which academic credit is granted are organized and sponsored
by members of the music faculty.
MUPF 128, 328. Wind Symphony (G-1) 1 hour
A large touring ensemble of woodwind, brass, and percussion players
performing a wide variety of Grade 4-6 (Advanced) wind literature, both sacred
and secular. Membership commitment is expected for the entire academic
year.
MUPF 138, 338. Symphony Orchestra (G-1) 1 hour
A large touring ensemble that performs standard orchestral works from the
Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods. Membership commitment is
expected for the entire academic year.
MUPF 178, 378. Instrumental Ensemble Experience (G-1) 1 hour
A course designed to provide credit for chamber ensembles or, in the case of keyboard
majors, significant accompanying experience.
(D-3) (G-1) (W) See pages 27-32 for explanation for general education requirements.
NONDEPARTMENTAL Co U R S E S
COOP 265/465. Cooperative Education 1-6 hours
This course allows students to receive credit for work experience. The assignments
must be a specific program designed as an internship with an agreed upon description
of the type of work, arrangements for supervision, and methods of evaluation. One hour
of credit requires a minimum of 50 work hours. A maximum of six credit hours of
cooperative education may be applied to a major.
HMNT 205. Arts and Ideas (D-3) 3 hours
This class is administered by the History Department.
A cultural appreciation class tracing the historical evolution of intellectual movements in
western civilization. Ideas from leaders in philosophy and the arts will be studied with
appropriate works from music, art, and literature. Students may participate in activities
involving specific art forms. Resource persons may assist as available. This course is
also offered by the History Department as part of the European study tour program
during selected summer sessions.
HMNT 150/350. International Travel 1 hour
One credit hour is available to participants in college tours outside the United States.
The trip must last seven days excluding travel to and from the tour location, and must
include a minimum of 20 hours in museums, historical sites, concerts, drama, and
sightseeing. Students will submit written summaries/reflections of their experiences.
Credit for this course is not granted simultaneously with credit earned in other tour
classes.
HMNT 451, 452. Honors Seminar 1,1 hour
This class is administered by the History Department.
A study of great books in religion, philosophy, science and social science that have
shaped western culture. Required of students in the Southern Scholars program during
their junior or senior year. Open to other students with permission of department chair.
A complete tuition waiver for this class applies to Southern Scholars students only.
Refer to the scholarship on page 275.
NOND 099. Student Missions Orientation hours [Non-Credit]
This class is administered by the University Chaplain.
A course designed to help students better understand cultural differences, interpersonal
relationships, health care for others and themselves, social and monetary problems,
personal qualifications for service, and relevant denominational policies for overseas
service. The class is required by the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventist for
those under appointment as student missionaries. The class is also a prerequisite for
students participating in the North American Division Task Force Program. (Winter)
NOND 227-228. Christian Service I, II 6,6 hours
This class is administered by the University Chaplain.
Prerequisite: NOND 099.
A two-semester sequence for elective credit only, designed for student participants in
the North American Division Task Force and Student Mission Program. The credit is
primarily field work characterized by Christian witnessing and other assignments. Other
activities may be designated. Students may earn six credit hours by completing one
semester or twelve credit hours by completing a full academic year. Periodic reports
from the students and on-site supervisors may be required. A rebate of
$2,890/semester to cover 90% of the tuition ($2,700) and the general fee ($190) applies
to these classes. The policy for tuition refunds applies. The date the college receives
notification of withdrawal will be the official withdrawal date. May not be repeated for
credit.
(D-3) (F-3) (G-1 ) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general education requirements.
icHOOLOF Nursing
Dean: L. Phil Hunt
Faculty: Carolyn Achata, Pamela Ahlfeld, Desiree Batson, Bonnie Freeland,
Holly Gadd, David Gerstle, Lorella Howard, Barbara James, Dana
Krause, Laura Nyirady, MaryAnn Roberts, Shirley Spears, Judy Winters
Adjunct Faculty: Constance Hunt, Ina Longway, Callie McArthur, Elizabeth
Snyder
Coordinator of Nursing Admissions and Progression: Linda Marlowe
MISSION STATEMENT
Southern Adventist University's School of Nursing provides a Christian
learning environment that fosters personal and professional excellence in
caring for individual, family, and community health needs.
ASSOCIATE AND BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMS
The School of Nursing (SON) program at Southern Adventist University
leads to a baccalaureate degree in nursing with the option to exit at the
associate degree level. Students entering the nursing program are
encouraged to declare the baccalaureate degree when they first apply to the
SON. Registered nurses with an associate degree from an accredited
program in nursing may progress into baccalaureate level nursing. Diploma
and associate degree graduates from a non-accredited program will be
evaluated on an individual basis.
The nursing curriculum is based on the Neuman Systems Model (NSM)
which emphasizes wholistic health. The curriculum leads to an Associate
of Science (A.S.) degree in nursing which may be completed in four
semesters, plus summer courses. Upon completion of the A.S. degree
requirements, the student is eligible to take National Council Licensure
Examination (NCLEX-RN).
The curriculum in the Baccalaureate Program enhances professional
opportunities through study in theoretical and clinical nursing. The program
may be completed in two to four semesters.
A limited number of students are accepted into both programs in Fall and
Winter semesters of each year.
A well-equipped Learning Resource Center (LRC), clinical skills
laboratory, and a tutorial program, Assisting Students to Achieve
Professionally (ASAP) are provided to facilitate learning.
POLICIES
Students admitted to clinical courses will accept personal responsibility for
their learning and professional behavior. Each student contracts to abide by
policies as stated in the SON Handbook.
Students will be expected to provide their own transportation for all
clinical appointments.
A nursing education fee is assessed per class to help offset expenses
which are not covered by regular tuition, (see Nursing Education Deposits
and Fees under the Financial Policies section of the catalog.)
The Tennessee State Board of Nursing and other State Boards reserve
the right to deny licensure if the applicant has committed a crime other than
a minor traffic violation. The SON reserves the right to deny admission to or
remove students from
the nursing program who have records of misconduct, legal or otherwise,
that would jeopardize their professional performance.
The SON reserves the right to revise, add, or withdraw policies and/or
courses as necessary to ensure a quality nursing program.
ACCREDITATION
The programs in nursing are fully accredited by the National League for
Nursing Accrediting Commission (61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006,
(212)363-5555, ext. 153). They are recognized by Accrediting Association of
Seventh-day Adventist Schools, Colleges, and Universities and approved by
the Tennessee Board of Nursing.
ASSESSMENT
The SON has a comprehensive assessment program. AS and BS
students are required to complete standardized competency examinations
throughout the nursing curriculum. The associate degree graduate is eligible
to take the NCLEX-RN examination. The Tennessee State Board of
Nursing (TBN) requires an annual pass rate of 85% or higher on the
NCLEX-RN for a school to maintain TBN approval.
To aid the SON in evaluating teacher and curricular effectiveness,
associate and baccalaureate graduates complete end of program surveys.
PROGRAMS IN NURSING
Major — B.S. in Nursing (68 Hours)
(Includes 29 hours of A.S. level courses)
Required Cou
rses Hours
A.S. Level Courses 29
NRSG305
Adult Health III 4
NRSG309
Nursing Seminar 4
NRSG322
Transitions in Professional Nrsg3
NRSG328
Nursing Assessment 3
NRSG340
Community Health Nursing(W) 5
NRSG389
Nursing Pharmacology 3
NRSG435
Pathophysiology 4
NRSG485
Nursing Leadership & Mgmt 3
NRSG490
Complex Nursing 2
NRSG491
Senior Nursing Practicum 3
NRSG497
Research Methods in Nrsg (W) 3
Nursing Electives 2
Required Cognates
CHEM111
CHEM 112
RELT 373
SOCI 349
Survey of Chemistry I
Survey of Chemistry II
Christian Ethics
Aging and Society fW)
Required General Education
MATH 215
Statistics (Required)
Area B, Religion
Area C-1, History
Area C or D
AreaG-1, PE
Hours
3
3
3
3
Hours
3
3
3
3
1
Major — A.S. Nursing (37 Hours)
Required C
ourses
Hours
NRSG 106
Fundamentals I
4
NRSG 107
Fundamentals II
4
NRSG 126
Adult Health I
4
NRSG 130
Mental Health
4
NRSG 191
Nursing Practicum
1
NRSG 212
Childbearing Family
4
NRSG 226
Adult Health II
4
NRSG 231
Child Health
4
NRSG 305
Adult Health III
4
NRSG 309
Nursing Seminar
4
Required Cognates Hours
BIOL 101-102 Anatomy & Physiology 8
BIOL 225 Microbiology 4
NRNT125 Nutrition 3
PSYC129 Dev Psych for Nursing 2
Required General Education
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
ENGL 1 01 -1 02 College Composition 6
Area A, Math (if needed) 3
Area B, Religion 6
PEAC 225 Fitness for Life 1
Contact the School of Nursing for a suggested sequence of courses.
'Graduates of a state-approved associate degree nursing program will be considered to
have met the general education requirements for the first two years of the program, with
the exception of Intro to Public Speaking and English. If ENGL 101-102 and COMM
135 courses were not included in the associate degree program, they are taken in
fulfillment of the Bachelor of Science degree general education requirements. A
maximum of 72 semester hours will be accepted from a college where the highest
degree offered is the associate degree.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The final decision on acceptance and continuation in nursing is made by
the SON. Declaration as a nursing major is not the equivalent of acceptance
to the SON. Minimum requirements for admission to nursing courses are
listed below:
1 . Acceptance to Southern Adventist University.
2. A diploma from a four-year accredited high school or the equivalent.
3. Evidence of mental and moral fitness. Further references or
information may be required regarding character, attitude, or coping
ability.
4. A minimum of 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL) for students whose native language is not English.
5. Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR
certification that must be maintained throughout the nursing program.
6. Foreign student transcript evaluation by World Education Services.
The cost for this evaluation will be paid by the applicant. The number
of credits accepted for transfer to Southern Adventist University may
vary from
those listed on the evaluation, in accordance with the policies of
Southern Adventist University.
7 . Evidence through a health verification
form and all required tests, including
immunizations, that student is in good
health and free from communicable
diseases .
8 . In compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act, students must be, with
reasonable accommodation, physically and
mentally capable of performing the
essential functions of the program. The
Core Performance Standards for Admission
and Progression developed by the Southern
Council on Collegiate Education for
Nursing include:
a. Critical thinking ability sufficient
for clinical judgment.
b. Interpersonal abilities sufficient to
interact with individuals, families,
and groups .
c. Communication abilities sufficient for
interaction with others in verbal and
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written form.
d. Physical abilities sufficient to move
from room to room and maneuver in small
spaces .
e. Gross and fine motor abilities
sufficient to provide safe and
effective nursing care.
f. Auditory abilities sufficient to
monitor and assess health needs.
g. Visual abilities sufficient for
observation and assessment necessary
in nursing care.
h. Tactile ability sufficient for
physical assessment.
Associate Degree
1 . High school grade point average of 3.25 minimum (on a 4.00 scale) on
solids (math, science, English, history, foreign language).
2. Two semesters of high school chemistry with a minimum grade of "B"
or CHEM 1 1 1 with a minimum grade of "C."
3. ACT scores with a minimum standard enhanced score of 16 in Math,
20 in Reading, and 19 in English and composite; if Math ACT is less
than 22, a college math course is required before entering a clinical
nursing course.
4. If the high school GPA or the Enhanced ACT scores are below the
minimum requirement, the student must take a minimum of 12
college semester hours earning a grade point average of at least
2.80 on a 4.00 scale in required courses leading to nursing.
5. Science credits (Anatomy & Physiology, Chemistry, Microbiology,
Nutrition) earned more than eight years prior to admission will not be
accepted. Applicants may choose to validate knowledge by
examination or by repeating the course.
Students with previous college work must have a minimum current and
cumulative grade point average of 2.80 on a 4.00 scale in nursing
cognate and solid courses (math, science, English, history, foreign
language) before being considered for clinical nursing courses.
Transfer students from another nursing program will be evaluated
individually and accepted on a space available basis.
Students who have successfully completed a practical nurse program
and NRSG 103, Associate Nurse Perspectives, may receive eight (8)
credit hours of advanced placement in nursing and will articulate
directly into the second semester of the nursing curriculum. The
student then becomes a part of the generic associate degree program.
ACT-PEP examinations in Anatomy and Physiology (8 credits) and
microbiology (4 credits) will be accepted as an alternative method of
college credit for LPNs if these credits are already on the transcript
when applying to the nursing program.
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For priority consideration the following should be sent by March 15 (Fall
Admission) or September 1 (Winter Admission) to the University Director of
Admissions: (1) application to the University (2) application to the SON (3)
high school and college transcripts (4) ACT scores. The applicant is
responsible to see that all application materials are received by the SON.
Students accepted to clinical nursing are required to send a Nursing
Education deposit of $380 to hold their place in the class.
Baccalaureate Degree
Students wishing to enter baccalaureate nursing courses must send an
application to the SON's Coordinator of Admissions. Upon acceptance to
baccalaureate nursing, courses listed in the current catalog will be required.
Minimum requirements for admission to the baccalaureate nursing
program are as follows:
1 . A license to practice professional nursing in Tennessee prior to registering
for baccalaureate nursing courses.*
2. A minimum grade point average of 2.50.
3. Recommendation from nursing faculty in the student's basic nursing
program.
4. An interview with the baccalaureate program coordinator or designee.
5. All non-nursing course requirements must be completed in order to
complete baccalaureate nursing courses in one year.
6. Experience:
Documentation of clinical experience (satisfactory work performance
recommendation), and/or RN Update or additional clinical experience may
be required.
7. Nursing Credits:
Graduates of NLNAC accredited A.A./A.S. and Diploma Nursing Programs:
When entering the baccalaureate nursing program, a transfer student will
have placed in escrow 29 credits of associate degree level nursing and
eight (8) credits of upper division nursing (NRSG 305,309). After
successfully completing 10 semester hours of baccalaureate level nursing
at Southern Adventist University, these credits in escrow will be placed on
the transcript as accepted credits toward a B.S. degree with a major in
nursing.
*May AS graduates may take the baccalaureate nursing course offered in fourth
summer session if they have taken the licensure exam or applied for reciprocity.
December AS graduates must be licensed in Tennessee by fall pre-registration (mid
March).
8. General Education and Cognates: ACT-PEP examinations in Anatomy
and Physiology (8 credits), Chemistry 1 1 1 (3 credits), and
Microbiology (4 credits) will be accepted as an alternative method of
university credit for RNs if these credits are already on the transcript
when applying to the nursing program.
A. Associate Degree
Graduates of a state approved associate degree program will be
considered to have met general education requirements for the first
two years of the program with the exception of Intro to Public
Speaking and English provided that criterion #2 has been met. If
ENGL 101, 102, COMM 135, PEAC 225, and CPTE 100, 105, and
106 courses were not included in the Associate Degree program,
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they must be taken in fulfillment of the Bachelor of Science degree
general education requirements.
B. Diploma Graduate
1 . Credit is acceptable for courses comparable to those required at
Southern Adventist University if received from an accredited
senior or junior college or by examination according to the policy
stated in this catalog.
2. All cognates for the associate degree level must be completed
before entering baccalaureate nursing courses. General education
requirements may be taken concurrently.
9. Students in third semester associate degree nursing courses may take:
Nursing Assessment (NRSG 328), Nursing Pharmacology (NRSG 389),
or Pathophysiology (NRSG 435) ONLY if they have taken ALL general
education and cognates for associate and baccalaureate nursing and if
approved by B.S. faculty.
PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS
Associate Degree
1. A minimum grade of "C+" (2.30) is required in each nursing course for
progression with a cumulative GPA of 2.30 in nursing on a 4.00 scale for
graduation.
2. A minimum grade of "C" is required in each nursing cognate with a
minimum cumulative grade point average of at least 2.50 on a 4.00 scale
in the cognates
for progression in nursing. Cognate courses are BIOL 101, 102; NRNT
125; PSYC 129; BIOL 225.
3. One failed nursing course may be repeated.
4. If a student is unable to progress due to
a second nursing failure, he/she may
reapply one time to start the program over.
No repeats will be allowed after the
student starts over. Readmission to the
nursing program is on a space available
basis .
5. Students who do not complete a semester
or progress with their class, cannot be
assured placement in their choice of a
subsequent course .
6. Students are required to demonstrate
satisfactory performance on standardized
tests. Remedial work and/or delay in
progression in the program will be required
if the required performance level is not
achieved.
7 . Any cognate course taken off campus
during the time the student is enrolled
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at Southern Adventist University (school
year or Summer) must be approved by the
Dean of the SON.
Baccalaureate Degree
1. A minimum grade of "C" (2.00) is required in each nursing course for
progression with a cumulative nursing GPA of 2.50 on a 4.00 scale for
graduation. Cognate courses are CHEM 111, 112; RELT 373; SOCI
349.
2 Students in baccalaureate nursing must maintain a portfolio of work
completed while in the program.
Items for inclusion in the portfolio
are listed in the SON Student
Handbook. The portfolio is
reviewed for completeness by the
Dean of the SON and is required for
graduation.
3. One failed nursing course may be repeated.
4. Any cognate course taken off campus during the time the student is
enrolled at Southern Adventist University (school year or Summer) must
be approved by the Dean of the SON.
Readmission Requirements
1 . Apply for acceptance to Southern Adventist University.
2. Submit a nursing reapplication form to the SON.
3. A cumulative grade point average of 2.50 on a 4.00 scale is required for
readmission to the nursing program.
4. Specified requirements as set forth by the SON relating to the individual
applicant must be met.
5. A personal interview with a designated nursing faculty member is
required.
6. In the A.S. program, if a lapse of time greater than two years occurs in a
student's program of study, prior nursing credits will not be accepted
unless an applicant can validate nursing knowledge through written
examination and clinical performance.
NURSING
NRSG 090. Registered Nurse Update Non-credit
A non-credit course designed for the inactive registered nurse intending to return to
practice or to reinstate a permanent license as an RN or LPN registered nurse in the
State of Tennessee. Includes both theory and clinical experience
NRSG 103. Associate Nurse Perspectives 1 hour
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the following: an approved LPN program;
Nursing Mobility Profile I Examination; examination over basic skills common to all
areas of nursing. A course designed to supplement and prepare the Licensed
Practical Nurse for advanced placement and career mobility.
NRSG 106. Fundamentals I 4 hours
Prerequisites: Chemistry and Math (see AS admission requirement); BIOL 101 ;
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Co-requisites. BIOL 102; NRNT 125.
A foundation course that introduces the NSM in which health assessment is viewed
from the physiological, psychological, sociocultural, developmental, and spiritual
variables of client systems. The eight natural remedies will be presented with an
emphasis on primary prevention. The nursing process and basic skills are introduced.
Application of nursing assessment, process, and skills will be in long-term care
facilities. Three hours theory and one hour clinical.*
NRSG 107. Fundamentals II 4 hours
Prerequisite: NRSG 106
A second foundation course that builds on the NSM and basic nursing concepts
mastered in Fundamentals I. The physiological , psychological, sociocultural,
developmental, and spiritual variables of adul clients are discussed and applied to
clinical care of hospitalized individuals with special emphasis on the surgical patient.
Concepts and skills in pharmacology are introduced, practiced, and applied in
secondary care clinical facilities. Professional concerns of management, ethics, legal
aspects, and interaction with members of the health care delivery system are
addressed. Three hours theory and one hour clinical.
NRSG 126. Adult Health I 4 hours
Prerequisite: NRSG 107; Co-requisite: PSYC 129.
A course utilizing the nursing process with intervention skills focusing on care of adults
with stressors impacting the physiological, psychological, sociocultural, developmental,
and spiritual variables. Practice takes place in secondary-care settings. Two and
three-quarter hours theory and one and one-quarter hours clinical.
NRSG 130. Mental Health 4 hours
Prerequisite: NRSG 107; Co-requisite: PSYC 129.
A course that utilizes the nursing process to intervene with clients across the life span
with stressors primarily affecting the psychological variable. Practice takes place in
secondary care and community psychiatric settings. Three hours of theory and one
hour clinical.
NRSG 191. Nursing Practicum 1 hour
Prerequisites: NRSG 126, 130.
An experience that provides opportunity for application of theory and skills in an acute
and/or skilled care facility directed by a preceptor. (120 clock hours) (Summer)
(Pass/Fail)
NRSG 212. Childbearing Family 4 hours
Prerequisites: NRSG 126, 130.
A course utilizing the nursing process in providing care for childbearing families.
Emphasis will be placed on assessment of stressors that affect the maternal/fetal,
newborn, and family units. Consideration will be given to variables affecting expectant
families and their infants before, during and immediately following delivery. Practice
will take place in secondary-care and community settings. Three hours theory and one
hour clinical.
NRSG 226. Adult Health II 4 hours
Prerequisites: NRSG 126, 130.
A course designed sequentially to provide basic theory and practice of nursing in
dealing with adults who are experiencing selected non-critical, medical-surgical
stressors. The nursing process is utilized to promote physical, psychological,
sociological, developmental and spiritual health, intervene in illness, and assist in
rehabilitation. Practice takes place in secondary-care and community settings. Two
and three-quarter hours theory and one and one-quarter hours clinical.
NRSG 231. Child Health 4 hours
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Prerequisites: NRSG 191, 212, 226.
A course utilizing the nursing process emphasizing primary and secondary prevention
with special consideration given to developmental and sociocultural variables in the
care of the child rearing family. Practice includes secondary-care and community
settings. Three hours theory and one hour of clinical.
NRSG 305. Adult Health III 4 hours
Prerequisites: NRSG 191 , 212, 226.
A course utilizing the nursing process in providing primary, secondary, and tertiary
preventions and interventions for acutely ill adults and their families in the critical-care
settings. Three and one-quarter hours theory and three-quarter hour of clinical.
NRSG 309. Nursing Seminar 4 hours
Prerequisites: NRSG 231 , 305.
A capstone course that integrates nursing skills with principles of management.
Practice takes place in secondary and tertiary care settings where the student manages
groups of clients (120 clock hours). Included is a nursing content review course in
preparation for NCLEX-RN.
NRSG 312. Survey of Alternative & Complementary Health Practices2-3 hours
This on-line course provides a comprehensive survey of alternative and complimentary
health practices. Course content and web-based information allows the student to
make informed decisions regarding the efficacy and appropriate application of a wide
variety of health practices.
NRSG 314. Herbal Therapy 1 hour
Pre- or Co-requisite: NRSG 305, 309
This course is a survey of generally accepted herbal therapies, their efficacy and
safety. The focus will be on their use in conjunction with over-the-counter and
prescription medications.
NRSG 317. Rural Mission Nursing 2 hours
Pre- or Co-requisite: NRSG 305.
This course is intended to introduce the student to concepts of basic health education,
health promotion, and sociocultural stressors impacting health in rural populations.
The clinical component will be in conjunction with existing health programs aimed at
serving rural, underserved populations.
NRSG 318. Massage and Hydrotherapy 1 hour
An introductory course that provides a practical and rational approach to noninvasive
health care covering the topics of massage, hydrotherapy, and wholistic care. This
complementary approach to health care is designed for all majors. (Winter)
NRSG 321. Mission Nursing 3 hours
Prerequisites NRSG 21 2, 226; Pre- or Co-requisite: NRSG 231 .
A course that introduces the nursing student to principles and practices of health care
in developing and third world countries. Concepts of basic health education, use of
natural remedies, prevention of diseases throughout the life-cycle are emphasized. A
field trip (at student expense) to a developing country in the western hemisphere is
optional. Limited enrollment. (Winter)
NRSG 322. Transitions in Professional Nursing 3 hours
Prerequisites: NRSG 231 , 305, 309.
A course that assists the registered nurse student in transition from an associate
degree or diploma level to the baccalaureate level of nursing. Nursing philosophies,
theories, current concepts, issues relevant to professional nursing are emphasized.
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Nursing career options, the importance of career planning, and development of
professional portfolios are explored. Field trip required.
NRSG 328. Nursing Assessment 3 hours
Prerequisites: NRSG 231 , 305, 309; Co-requisite: NRSG 322.
A course that provides opportunity for development of more advanced wholistic
assessment skills. Health is assessed within the framework of the environment, with
attention to intra-, inter-, and extra-personal stressors and system stability. Health
education is integrated with the assessment process. Two hours theory, one hour
clinical.**
NRSG 340. Community Health Nursing (W) 5 hours
Prerequisites: NRSG 231 , 305, 309; MATH 215; Co-requisites NRSG 322, 327.
A course that focuses on the impact of certain stressors on the health of individuals,
families, and communities. The NSM as well as Pender's Health Promotion Model are
utilized in diagnosis of aggregate health needs. Emphasis is placed on interventions
in the primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of prevention. Three hours theory, two
hours clinical involving a family case study and clinicals in selected community
agencies.
NRSG 389. Nursing Pharmacology 3 hours
Prerequisites: NRSG 231 , 305, 309; CHEM 111; Co-requisite: CHEM 112.
A course that focuses on concepts of pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics,
adverse responses, major classifications of pharmacologic agents and their prototypes,
and use of the nursing process in pharmacologic therapy across the lifespan. Effect of
pharmacologic therapy upon client lines of resistance and defense is included.
Recently approved pharmacologic agents are incorporated into the course content via
student presentations.
NRSG 435. Pathophysiology 4 hours
Prerequisites: NRSG 231 305, 309; CHEM 1 1 1 ; Co-requisite: CHEM 1 1 2.
A course that examines alterations in the basic pathologic structure and defense of
humans. Stressors and other internal and external factors that have potential for
disrupting homeostasis are examined. Understanding of pathophysiologic processes
affecting the health of individuals is presented as a foundation for nursing interventions.
NRSG 265/365/465. Topics in Nursing 1-3 hours
Selected topics designed to meet the needs or interests of students in specialty areas
of Nursing not covered in regular courses. This course may be repeated for credit.
NRSG 485. Nursing Leadership and Management 3 hours
Prerequisites: TN RN Licensure; NRSG 322, 328, 340, 389.
A course that provides an opportunity for the student to develop leadership and
management skills. This is accomplished primarily through leadership, models,
management, and administrative experiences in selected clinical settings. Emphasis
is placed on the role of the nurse manager in assuring quality of care to individuals and
families in primary, secondary, and tertiary care settings. In order to meet the
objectives of the course, a field trip may be required.
NRSG 490. Complex Nursing 2 hours
Prerequisites: TN RN Licensure; NRSG 322, 328, 340, 389; Co-requisites: NRSG
435, 485, 491, 497.
A capstone course that employs a systemic, problem-based approach which enables
the student to synthesize knowledge and principles from previous and current courses.
Emphasis is placed on dealing with the physiological, psychological, sociocultural,
developmental, and/or spiritual stressors of individuals, families, or aggregates.
NRSG 491. Senior Nursing Practicum 3 hours
Prerequisites: TN RN licensure; NRSG 322, 328, 340, 389; Co-requisites: NRSG
435, 485, 490, 497.
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A practicum that focuses on health needs of aggregates in the community. It is
designed to give the student opportunity to use critical thinking and decision making
skills when integrating theory from previous and current courses to clinical practice
within selected settings. Three hours clinical.
NRSG 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Approval of school dean.
Individual study in an area of choice shall be worked out with the school prior to
registration. Either upper or lower division credit may be earned. The area of directed
study will appear on the transcript. No more than six hours directed study may be
applied toward a degree.
NRSG 497. Research Methods in Nursing (W) 3 hours
Prerequisites: NRSG 231, 305, 309; MATH 215; ENGL 102.
A course that introduces the research process and its application to the scientific
investigation of nursing phenomena and problems related to systems, stressors, and
preventions focused on achieving equilibrium. The learner completes a review of
literature on a selected topic. Emphasis of the course is focused on skills required to
understand, critically evaluate, and utilize research in practice.
*ln AS nursing courses, one hour of clinical credit equals 3-4 clock hours (except NRSG
191).
"In BS nursing courses, one hour of clinical credit equals 2 clock hours.
NON NURSING COURSE
NRNT 125. Nutrition (F-3) 3 hours
A study of basic nutrition principles and how to reliably combat disease and achieve
optimal health through nutrition and lifestyle choices. This course includes current
issues in nutrition and a practical application in teaching others.
(F-3) (W) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general education requirements.
School of Ph y s ic a l Ed u c a t io n
Health and Wellness
Dean: Phil Garver
Faculty: Steven Adams, Robert Benge, Heather Neal, Richard Schwarz,
Judy Sloan
Adjunct Faculty: Jeff Erhard, Bill Godsey, Dwight Magers, Dennis
Thompson
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the School of Physical Education, Health and Wellness is
to provide: 1) opportunities for students to experience a balanced Christian
lifestyle, 2) a major course of studies leading to professional careers and/or
graduate school, 3) general education courses suitable for all students, 4)
recreation for all students and employees, 5) campus-wide leadership for
wellness, and 6) public relations opportunities through the Gym Masters'
program.
DEGREES OFFERED
B.S. Health, Physical Education and Recreation
B.S. Health Science
B.S. Corporate/Community Wellness Management
The courses in Physical Education, Health and Wellness propose to
acquaint students with principles of healthful living, to develop physical
efficiency, to develop wholesome recreational habits, and/or prepare
students for careers in physical education and health, in wellness
management or in related professions.
ASSESSMENT
To help the graduates in Physical Education, Health, and Wellness
evaluate their academic progress and to aid the school in evaluating
teaching effectiveness, each senior is required during their final semester to:
1 . Take an exit exam.
2. Review annual evaluations with advisor.
The results of the assessments are used to evaluate the school
programs.
PROGRAMS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION, HEALTH,
AND WELLNESS
Major — B.S. Health, Physical Education and Recreation (40 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
PEAC 254 Life guarding
PEAC 255 Water Safety Instr
PETH 1 1 3 ProAct — Racquetball
PETH114 ProAct — Softball
PETH 115 ProAct — Flagball
PETH 1 1 6 ProAct — Volleyball
PETH 1 1 7 ProAct — Basketball
PETH119 Pro Act — Soccer
PETH 214 ProAct — Tennis
PETH 21 5 ProAct — Golf
PETH 21 6 ProAct — Fitness for Life
PETH 217 ProAct — Badminton
PETH 21 8 ProAct — Track and Field
PETH 219 ProAct — Gymnastics
PETH 240 Coaching for Success 2
PETH 268/269 Officiating Sports Analysis 1,1
PETH 314 Kinesiology 3
Required Courses, continued
Hours
PETH 315 Physiology of Exercise (W) 4
PETH 363 Intro Meas/Res of PE 3
PETH 364 Prin & Admin PE & Rec 3
PETH 374 Motor Learning and Dev 2
PETH 437 Adaptive Physical Ed 2
PETH 463 Elementary School PE Methods 2
PETH 474 Psych and Soc of Sports 2
PETH 295/495 Directed Study 1-3
Required Cognates
BIOL 101-102 Anatomy and Physiology
COMM 135 - . .. -
HLED173
HLED 373
HLED 473
HLNT135
Intro to Public Speaking
Health for Life
Prev/Care Athl Injuries
Health Education Methods
Nutrition for Life
Hours
8
3
2
2
2
3
Competency required in PEAC 143, Beginning Tumbling.
Skill deficiencies in each PETH activity unit, 113 through 119 and 214
through 219, will be indicated by grade of C- or less. Deficiencies for these
units must be met by taking for no credit the corresponding general
education activity course.
Intramural participation is recommended for all majors and minors.
All Pro Act students will be required to dress in t-shirts provided by the
school with a portion of the cost charged to the students (approximately
$50 — a one time expense).
Students who desire teacher certification must meet the State of
Tennessee certification requirements set forth by the School of Education
and Psychology.
The student must apply for Initial Admission to the Teacher Education
Program (usually by the end of the sophomore year) after completing all
requirements as outlined under ADMISSION PROCEDURES in the School
of Education and Psychology section of the catalog. Initial admission is
required before the student can enroll in upper division education courses.
The student must also complete an application and all other requirements
for Admission to Student Teaching. Prior to the professional semester, the
student must take and pass the PRAXIS II licensure exam — both the
appropriate section of the Principles of Learning and Teaching, and the
particular specialty test(s) for the licensure area(s).
Non-academic classes such as Kick, Step, and Hydro Aerobics are
offered at nominal fees ranging from $40 - $75 per semester. These are not
for credit.
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Physical Education
(Leading to Licensure K-12)
1st Semester Hours
BIOL 101 Anatomy and Physiology 4
EDUC135 Intro to Education ~ 2
ENGL 101 College Composition 3
PETH
ProAct
3
Electives
1
Area C-1, History
3
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2nd Semester
BIOL 102 Anatomy and Physiology
ENGL 102 College Composition
HLED173 Health for Life
RELT 255 Christian Beliefs
Hours
4
3
2
3
PETH Proact
SOCI233 Marriage
2
3
Family
17
Major — B.S. Corporate/Community Wellness Management (42 Hours)
Required Courses
BIOL 101-'
CHEM 111
HLED 129
HLED 173
HLED 229
HLED 356
HLED 373
HLED 470
HLED 476
HLED 491
HLNT 135
PEAC 225
PETH 314
PETH 315
PETH 364
"02 Anatomy and Physiology
Survey of Chem istry
Introduction to W ellness
Health for Life
W ellness Applications
D rugs and Society
Prev/Care Injuries
C urrent Issues in Health
Wellness Methods, Materials
and M anagement
W ellness Practicum
N utrition for Life
Fitness for Life
Kinesiology
Physiology of Exercise (W }
Prin & Admin of Phy Ed
Hours
8
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
2
3
1
3
4
3
Required Cognates
ACCI 103 = "'
BMKT326
BUAD 358
COMM 135
CPTE 105
ECON213
JOUR 105
MGNT334
PSYC 128
PSYC 377
SOCI223
College Accounting
Intro to Marketing
Legal, Eth, & Soc Envir
of Business
Intro to Public Speaking
Intro to Word Process
Survey of Economics
Writing for the Media
Prin of Management
Developmental Psych
Fund of Counseling
Marriage & Family
Hours
3
3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Corporate/Community Wellness Management
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semestei
Hours
BIOL 101
Anatomy & Physiology
4
BIOL 102
Anatomy & Physiology
4
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
CPTE 105
Intro to Word Processing
1
HLED 173
Health for Life
2
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
SOC I 223
Marriage & Family
2
Area B, Religion
3
Area C, History
3
Area C, History
3
16
Electives
4
17
Major— B.S. Health Science (47-49 Hours)
Required Courses
BIOL 101-102
BIOL 225
CHEM 151-152
HLED 173
HLED 356
HLED 373
HLED 470
HLNT 135
MATH 215
PEAC 225
Anatomy and Physiology
Microbiology
General Chemistry
Health for Life
Drugs and Society
Care/Prev Injuries
Current Issues in Health
Nutrition for Life
Statistics
Fitness for Life
Hours
Required Courses, continued Hours
PETH 314 Kinesiology 3
PETH 315 Physiology of Exercise (W) 4
PETH 374 Motor Learning & Dev 2
PETH 495 Directed Study 1-3
PETH/HLED U.D. Elective 2
Required Cognate
COMM 135 Tntro to Public Speaking 3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Health Science
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semestei
Hours
BIOL 101
Anatomy and Physiology
4
BIOL 102
Anatomy and Physiology
4
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
Area C-1 , History
3
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Marriage & Family
2
Area A-2, Math
3-0
Area B-2, Religion
3
Electives
4-7
Area C-1, History
3
17
Electives
2
17
Teaching Endorsement in Physical Education as a Minor (20 hours)
Required Courses Hours
PE I H 1 14-1 1 9 &
214-219 12 Pro Skills Courses
PETH 268/269 Officiating Sports Analysis 1,1
PETH 364 Admin of PE & Recreation 3
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Required Courses , continued Hours EDUC 438 Content Method-Health & PE 1
HLED 373 Prevention & Care of Injuries 2
For those getting teacher certification in another area, these courses will be required for an additional
endorsement in Physical Education rather than just a minor.
Minor — Health and Wellness (18 Hours)
Required C
ourses
Hours
Select 5 Hou
rs From: Hours
HLED 173
Health for Life
2
HLED 129
Intro to Wellness 2
HLED 229
W ellness Applications
2
HLED 373
Prevention & Care of
HLED 356
D rugs and Society
2
Athletic Injuries
HLED 470
C urrent Issues in Health
2
HLED 476
Wellness Meth, Mat & Mgmt 3
HLED 473
Health Education M elhods
2
PETH 325
Personal Trainer 2
HLNT 135
N utrition for Life
3
PETH 495
RELP 468
Directed Study 1
Health Evangelism 3
Minor — Physical Education (19 Hours)
Required Courses
PblH 268/269 Officiating Sports Analysis
Hours
PETH 364
Prin/Admin Phys Ed
Electives (3 must be UD)
Select 8 Hours From:
Hours
2
PETH 113
ProAct — Hacquetball 1
3
PETH 114
ProAct — Softball 1
6
PETH 115
ProAct — Flagball 1
PETH 116
ProAct — Volleyball 1
PETH 117
ProAct — Basketball 1
PETH 119
ProAct — Soccer 1
PETH 214
ProAct — Tennis 1
PETH 215
ProAct — Golf 1
PETH 216
ProAct — Fitness for Life 1
PETH 217
ProAct — Badminton 1
PETH 218
ProAct — Track and Field 1
PETH 219
ProAct — Gymnastics 1
HEALTH EDUCATION
HLED 129. Introduction to Wellness 2 hours
This course provides an overview of the wellness profession including its history,
current trends, opportunities, and exposure to the wellness thought process. An
understanding of the philosophical undergirdings of the wellness profession is explored
and developed. This course requires ten (10) hours of field based experience. (Fall)
HLED 173. Health for Life (F-3) 2 hours
A study of current health topics, which includes: Integrating healthful living with today's
scientific research and Christianity into a balanced lifestyle. Topics include: Alcohol,
tobacco and drugs, mental health, human sexuality, safety, nutrition, stress, death and
dying, the eight natural remedies with perspectives from Ellen White and others. (Fall,
Winter, Summer)
HLED 229. Wellness Applications 2 hours
Learn how to live life with more passion, peace, purpose, and vitality. Learn how to
bring more balance into your life through a practical application of the principles of
wellness. This course teaches what wellness is by empowering the student to
personally apply the tools of wellness. These tools encourage the development of the
dynamic potential of body, mind, and spirit. This in turn brings about a balanced
development of the whole person. (Winter)
HLED 356. Drugs and Society 2 hours
A course focusing on the use and abuse of drugs in our society. Emphasis on strategies
to assist future health promoters in recognition, intervention, and prevention of
substance abuse. Oral presentation required. (Fall)
HLED 373. Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries 2 hours
Investigations into the prevention, care, and proper management of injuries related to
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athletics. (Winter)
HLED 470. Current Issues in Health 2 hours
This seminar course is designed to assist students in becoming knowledgeable
regarding health issues of our time. Library research and class presentations are
required. Discussion and problem solving are emphasized. A major part of the class
focuses on the need of a spiritual component in establishing a healthful and balanced
lifestyle. (Winter)
HLED 473. Health Education Methods 2 hours
Prerequisite: HLED 1 73.
A study of the theoretical and scientific basis of health education with emphasis on the
development and organization of the school health instruction program. Two oral
presentations required. (Fall)
HLED 476. Wellness Methods, Materials, and Management 3 hours
A course in planning, implementing and evaluating: work-site and community health
promotion activities, including stress management, smoking cessation, cardiovascular
fitness, body composition, and cholesterol testing. Oral presentation required. (Winter)
HLED 491. Wellness Practicum 2 hours
The student will work at a wellness facility for not less than 100 clock hours gaining
experience with equipment, observing facility scheduling and management, and
interacting with clients. Arrangements are made in advance with the school dean. (Fall,
Winter, Summer)
HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, RECREATION
HPER 365. Topics in HPER 1-3 hours
Selected topics in Health, Physical Education, or Recreation designed to meet the
needs or interests of students in specialty areas not covered in regular courses.
Subjects covered will determine how the class applies to the major. This course may
be repeated for credit.
GENERAL EDUCATION ACTIVITY COURSES
PEAC courses have optional pass/fail grades available, excluding PEAC 225.
PEAC 123. Volleyball (G-1) 1 hour
Development of the skills of passing, setting, serving, and spiking necessary in
participation in power volleyball. (Fall)
PEAC 131. Badminton (G-1) 1 hour
Instruction includes strokes, rules, and playing situations plus physical conditioning for
badminton. (Winter)
PEAC 133. Racquetball (G-1) 1 hour
Focus is given to basic skills, rules, and terminology so that the student can carry on
successful play.
PEAC 134. Basic Tennis (G-1) 1 hour
Emphasis in basic tennis skills including the forehand, backhand, and serve. (Fall)
PEAC 136. Basic Golf (G-1) 1 hour
A basic course for the beginning golfer. Transportation needed and lab fee required.
PEAC 137. Cycling (G-1) 1 hour
A course for the active cyclist emphasizing various types of cycling, cycling techniques,
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safe cycling, and maintenance. Each student provides his/her own bicycle and helmet.
PEAC 139. Advanced Tennis (G-1) 1 hour
For the advanced player. Emphasis is given to the advanced serve, volley, lobs,
advanced ground strokes and playing strategy. Admission to class must be approved
by instructor. (Fall)
PEAC 143. Basic Tumbling (G-1) 1 hour
Mat tumbling leading to gymnastic free-exercise routines in conjunction with acrosport
exposure.
PEAC 151. Scuba Diving (G-1) 1 hour
Leads to basic certification by N.A.S.D.S. or N.A.U.I. Lab fees and check out dive
expenses will be charged in addition to tuition.
PEAC 153. Basic Swimming (G-1) 1 hour
Development of beginning and intermediate swimming skills coupled with aquatic safety
principles.
PEAC 225. Fitness for Life (G-1) 1 hour
This course includes a study of the basic areas of physical fitness and training, in
conjunction with a personalized long-range conditioning program for optimal well-being.
Principles of wellness are presented including assessments for nutrition, stress, and
multiple areas of physical fitness. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
PEAC 238. Advanced Golf (G-1) 1 hour
Prerequisite: PEAC 136.
This course focuses on the short game (putting and chipping), specialty shots (fade and
draw), and course management.
Advanced students must have:
A. Own clubs
B. Successfully completed Basic Golf
C. Transportation to golf course
PEAC 243. Gymnastics Team (Gym-Masters) (G-1) 1 hour
A "variety show" team which emphasizes acrosport, sports acrobatics, gymnastics,
physical fitness and health. Admission will be based on satisfactory performance of
try-out requirements. Participation in all tours is required. This course may be repeated
for credit. Due to program conflicts, second semester Gym-Masters will not enroll in
classes that meet before 1 :00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
PEAC 254. Life Guarding (G-1)
Prerequisite: 500 yards continuous swim. 1 hour
Leads to Red Cross Life Guarding certification, First Aid and CPR certification. (Fall,
Winter, Summer)
PEAC 255. Water Safety Instructor (G-1) 1 hour
Prerequisite: PEAC 254 or equivalent.
Leads to Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification.
PEAC 259. Special Activities (G-1) 1 hour
Courses with various structured content may be offered under this topic heading.
Included are courses in water skiing, sailing, small craft, snow skiing, rock climbing,
spelunking, and aerobics. This course may be repeated with the varying subject matter.
Lab fees in addition to tuition are usually charged approximately $50-$500.
PEAC 261. Introduction to Recreation (G-1) 1 hour
A course designed to promote outdoor recreation and provide experience for those
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interested in preparing for different phases of camp life, outdoor living and activities.
(Winter)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION THEORY
PETH 1 1 3. ProAct — Racquetball 1 hour
Development of professional skills, including performance and teaching techniques for
racquetball. For majors and minors only.
PETH 114. ProAct — Softball 1 hour
Development of professional skills including performance and teaching techniques for
Softball. For majors and minors only.
PETH 115. ProAct — Flagball 1 hour
Development of professional skills including performance and teaching techniques for
flagball. For majors and minors only.
PETH 116. ProAct — Volleyball 1 hour
Development of professional skills including performance and teaching techniques for
volleyball. For majors and minors only.
PETH 1 1 7. ProAct — Basketball 1 hour
Development of professional skills including performance and teaching techniques for
basketball. For majors and minors only.
PETH 119. ProAct — Soccer 1 hour
Development of professional skills including performance and teaching techniques for
soccer. For majors and minors only.
PETH 210. Aerobics Instructor Trainer 2 hours
A course that will prepare a student to take the certification exam for Aerobic
Instructors. A certified Instructor will teach this course that will deal with the theory and
practice of a variety of aerobic styles. Safety and correct methods will be emphasized.
PETH 214. ProAct — Tennis 1 hour
Development of professional skills including performance and teaching techniques for
tennis. For HPER majors and minors only.
PETH 215. ProAct — Golf 1 hour
Development of professional skills including performance and teaching techniques for
golf. For HPER majors and minors only.
PETH 216. ProAct — Fitness for Life 1 hour
Development of professional skills including performance and teaching techniques for
conditioning. For HPER majors and minors only.
PETH 217. ProAct — Badminton 1 hour
Development of professional skills including performance and teaching techniques for
badminton. For HPER majors and minors only.
PETH 218. ProAct — Track and Field 1 hour
Development of professional skills including performance and teaching techniques for
track and field. For HPER majors and minors only.
PETH 219. ProAct — Gymnastics 1 hour
Development of professional skills including performance and teaching techniques for
gymnastics. For HPER majors and minors only.
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PETH 240. Coaching for Success 2 hours
A study and discussion into sports team organization, recruiting, picking teams, training,
game preparation, travel budget, crowd control, facilities management, fund raising,
game safety and control, and coaches decorum. Special emphasis will include
keeping the game in a "Christian perspective" and establishing a personal coaching
philosophy. (Winter)
PETH 268, 269. Officiating Sports Analysis 1,1 hour
An introduction to administration of and participation in the organization of officiating in
team and individual recreational activities.
PETH 314. Kinesiology 3 hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 101-102 or equivalent.
A study of the anatomical and mechanical variables influencing human motion for
efficient, safe, and effective movement. The historical impact of leaders in physical
education is studied. (Fall)
PETH 315. Physiology of Exercise (W) 4 hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1 01 -1 02 or equivalent.
Emphasizing the physiological effects of muscular exercise, aerobics, and physical
conditioning. Significance of these effects for health, skilled performance, and
prevention of disease. Research required. (Winter)
PETH 325. Personal Trainer 2 hours
This course is designed to prepare a student to pass a national exam to become a
Certified Personal Trainer. This course requires twenty (20) hours of
observation/practical experience outside of class. (Fall)
PETH 363. An Introduction to Measurements
and Research of Physical Education 3 hours
A survey of tests used in Physical Education and an introduction to statistical
procedures for analyzing data and how it may be applied to research. Test Construction
and historical perspectives of physical education are dealt with. (Fall)
PETH 364. Principles and Administration of
Physical Education and Recreation 3 hours
An integrated study of the principles and administrative concepts of Physical Education
and Recreation with emphasis in management needs and skills. (Winter)
PETH 374. Motor Learning and Development 2 hours
A course of study designed to examine motor development and motor behavior as it
relates to an individual's maturation process, with emphasis placed on implications for
the physical educator. (Winter)
PETH 437. Adaptive Physical Education 2 hours
A course designed to develop an understanding of neurodevelopment and functional
ability, of impairments and their implications for motor performance. Emphasis on
teaching progressions and exercise programs for special populations. (Fall)
PETH 463. Elementary School PE Methods 2 hours
A course of study designed to acquaint students with the unique aspects of physical
education and the adolescent. Special activities include teaching and observation in an
elementary school. (Fall, Summer)
PETH 474. Psychology and Sociology of Sports 2 hours
An exploration of sports and their involving impact on American culture. Special
attention is given to current issues in sports as they relate to the individual in society.
(Fall)
PETH 495. Directed Study (W) 1-3 hours
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Education, Health, Wellness 227
For Physical Education majors or minors only. Gives the student the opportunity to
pursue knowledge in an area of interest related to health, PE, or recreation. Approval by
School Dean required. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
NON PHYSICAL EDUCATION COURSE
HLNT 135. Nutrition for Life (F-3) 3 hours
A general education course introducing a student to the basic principles of human
nutrition. Includes study of the nutrients and the requirements for different age groups
and normal physiological conditions. Attention will be given to religious and sociological
influences, taking particular note of the counsel of E. G. White.
EDUCATION
EDUC441. Secondary Physical Education Methods 2 hours
The class is designed to provide instruction to pre-service teachers as to the different
styles of teaching secondary physical education. Other topics include teacher
effectiveness, systematic observation analysis, standards based curriculum planning,
and authentic assessment. The class includes observation and practice teaching at
local schools
(F-3) (G-1 ) (W) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general education requirements.
Physics
Chair: Ken Caviness
Faculty: Chris Hansen, Henry Kuhlman
Professor of International Research in Physics: Ray Hefferlin
Adjunct Faculty: Cyril Roe
Many doors of service await students who study physics. Southern
Adventist University physics major graduates have become academy and
high school teachers, and professors and researchers in physics, in the
U.S.A. and overseas. Also, one or more of them has served as aerospace
researcher for the Apollo project, anesthetist, chemical researcher, computer
systems manager, computer net-work manager at large factory, corporation
pilot, dentist, family-practice medical doctor, full-time homemaker, geologist,
historian of science, instructor for fossil-fuel power-plant operators, instructor
for nuclear-reactor operators, lawyer, mathematician, nuclear-plant
walk-down engineer, oceanographer, oil-drilling engineer, planner for Space
Station Freedom, radiologist, reliability designer for long-distance telephone
systems, radio station engineer, and researcher in educational statistics.
The Physics Department offers B.S. and B.A. degrees in physics, B.S. in
biophysics, and A.S. in Engineering Studies (see page129).
The B.S. degree in physics gives the strongest physics foundation for any
physics-related career. The B.A. degree in physics with teaching
certification is recommended for a career in secondary teaching. The B.S.
degree in biophysics should be considered by students planning on
advanced study in the fields of medicine, biophysics, physiology, radiation
biology, and bioengineering, particularly in view of a career in medical
research.
ASSESSMENT
To help the graduates in Physics evaluate their academic progress and to
aid the department in evaluating teaching effectiveness, each senior is
required to:
I.Take the physics portion of the GRE. A score above the 35th
percentile is necessary for recommendation for graduate study.
2. Take PHYS 480 and do original research as a prerequisite.
Alumni are surveyed and studies are prepared comparing GRE results,
careers, and graduate-study success. Information gained from the
assessments and studies is used to evaluate departmental programs.
PROGRAMS IN PHYSICS
Major— B.A. Physics (30 Hours)
Required Courses Hours Required Cognate Hours
PHYS 155 Descript Astronomy: OOMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
Creation & Cosmology 3
PHYS 211-212 General Physics 6 Strongly Recommended Electives
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2 CPTE 105 Intro to Word Processing 1
PHYS 215,216 General Physics Cal Appli 2 CPTE 106 Intro to Spreadsheets 1
PHYS 310 Modern Physics 3 CPTE 107 Intro to Database 1
PHYS 412 Quantum Mechanics 3 PHYS 400 Physics Portfolio 1
PHYS 480* Scien Wrtg & Presentation (W)
1
Physics Electives (7 UD) 10
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*Satisfies the writing and speech components of the major.
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Physics
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
CPTE 106
Intro to Spreadsheets
1
CPTE 105
CPTE107
Intro to Data Base
1
ENGL 102
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
MATH 121
MATH 120
Precalculus Algebra
3
PHYS 137
PHYS 155
Descriptive Astronomy
3
AreaC-1, History
3
14
Intro to Word Processing
College Composition
Precalculus Trigonometry
Intro to Physics
Area B, Religion
Area F-2, Fam Sci
OR
Area F-3, Hlth Science
Hours
1
3
2
3
3
Major— B.S. Physics (40 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
PHYS 21 1-212 General Physics 6
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2
PHYS 215,216 General Physics Cal Appli 2
PHYS 310 Modern Physics 3
PHYS 412 Quantum Mechanics 3
PHYS 413 Analytic Mechanics 3
PHYS 414-415 Electrodynamics 6
PHYS 41 8-41 9 Advanced Quantum Mechanics 6
PHYS 295/495 Directed Study 1-3
OR
PHYS 297/497 Undergrad Research 1-2
PHYS 480* Scien Wrtg & Presentation (W) 1
Physics Electives 5-7
Required Cognate Hours
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking
Strongly Recommended Electives
CPTR 425 Computer Graphics
3
Hours
*PHYS 480 satisfies the writing and speech components of the major.
Note: Computers are used routinely in all of these courses.
Students are expected to become student members of the American Physical Society and
to purchase a book of mathematical tables or a computer-based mathematics resource.
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Physics
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
MATH 181
Calculus I
3
MATH 1 82
Calculus II
4
PHYS 211
General Physics
3
MATH 21 6
Set Theory & Logic
2
PHYS 213
General Physics Lab
1
PHYS 212
General Physics
3
Area B, Religion
3
PHYS 214
General Physics Lab
1
Area C-1, History
3
PHYS 215
Gen Phys Calculus Apps
1
16
PHYS 216
Gen Phys Calculus Apps
1
15
Major — B.S. Biophysics (40 Hours)
Required Course
BIOL 151-152
BIOL 316
BIOL 197 or 397
BIOL 412
BIOL 418
PHYS 21 1-21 2
PHYS 213-214
PHYS 215,216
PHYS 310
PHYS 325
PHYS 295 or 495
PHYS 297/497
PHYS 480*
i^ Hours
General Biology 8
Genetics 4
Intro to Biological Research 1
Cell & Molecular Biology 4
Animal Physiology 3
General Physics 6
General Physics Lab 2
General Physics Cal Appli 2
Modern Physics 3
Adv Physics Lab I 1
Directed Study
OR 1
Undergrad Research in Physics
Scien Wrtg & Presentation (W) 1
Physics Electives (2 UD) 4
Reguired Cognates
MAI H 200 "
MATH 215
MATH 218
MATH 315
CHEM 151-152
CHEM 311-312
CHEM 341
COMM 135
Elementary Linear Algebra
Statistics
Calculus III
Differential Equations
General Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Biochemistry I
Intro to Public Speaking
Hours
2
3
4
3
Recommended Electives
CP I H 124 Fundamentals of Programming 4
CHEM 342 Biochemistry II 2
PHYS 411 Thermodynamics 3
PHYS 412 Quantum Mechanics 3
*PHYS 480 satisfies the writing and speech components of the major.
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Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Biophysics
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semestei
Hours
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
PSYC124
Intro to Psychology
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
RELB 125
Life & Teachings of Jesus
3
MATH 1 82
Calculus II
4
MATH 181
Calculus I
3
PHYS212
General Physics
3
PHYS211
General Physics
3
PHYS214
General Physics Lab
1
PHYS213
General Physics Lab
1
PHYS215
Gen Phys Calculus Apps
1
16
PHYS216
Gen Phys Calculus Apps
1
16
Major — B.A. Physics, Teacher Certification, 7-12 (30 Hours)
Secondary certification in Physics requires a baccalaureate degree and
completion of professional education courses (page 112) for licensure. Students
preparing for secondary teacher certification must also take BIOL 103; CHEM
111-112; ERSC 105; and RELT 317 or 424. See explanations in the School of
Education and Psychology.
The student must apply for Initial Admission to the Teacher Education
Program (usually by the end of the sophomore year) after completing all
requirements as outlined under ADMISSION PROCEDURES in the School
of Education and Psychology section of the catalog. Initial admission is
required before the student can enroll in upper division education courses.
The student must also complete an application and all other requirements
for Admission to Student Teaching. Prior to the professional semester, the
student must take and pass the PRAXIS II licensure exam — both the
appropriate section of the Principles of Learning and Teaching, and the
particular specialty test(s) for the licensure area(s).
Required Courses Hours Required Cognates Hours
PHYS 155 Descriptive Astronomy 3 BIOL 103 Principles of Biology 3
PHYS211-212 General Physics 6 CHEM 1 1 1-1 12 Survey of Chemistry 6
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2 COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking
PHYS 215,216 Gen Physics Calculus Appli 2 " 3
PHYS 310 Modern Physics 3 ERSC 105 Earth Science 3
PHYS 400 Physics Portfolio 1
PHYS 412 Quantum Mechanics 3 Select One of the following :
PHYS 480* Scien Wrtg & Presentation (W) 1 PHYS 317 Issues in Phy Sci/Religion 3
Physics Electives (6 UD) 9 BIOL 424 Issues of Nat Sci & Religion 3
*PHYS 480 satisfies the writing and speech components of the major.
Minor — Physics (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
Physics Electives 12
Upper Div Physics Courses 6
PHYSICS
PHYS 137. Introduction to Physics (E-3) 3 hours
A general education course stressing the methods of physics, the application of physics
and laboratory work which can be done with simple materials. Laboratories include
the use of calculators and the computer to do arithmetic, the estimation of numerical
quantities and errors, and the construction of apparatus with which to make
observations. Satisfies the requirements for some Allied Health fields at some
schools; does not apply to a major or minor in physics. Two hours lecture, three hours
laboratory each week.
PHYS 138. Introduction to Physics Applications (E-3) 1-3 hours
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS 137 or previous enrollment and
permission of instructor.
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Additional theory and practice at the level of PHYS 137, oriented toward applications in
the Health sciences. Meets once a week.
PHYS 155. Descriptive Astronomy: Creation and Cosmology (E-3) 3 hours
Constellations and eclipses, astronomical instruments, time and the date line and
calendars, astronomical objects with their motions and distances, energy processes in
stars and quasars and pulsars, black holes, the infinity (?) and expansion (?) of the
universe. Cosmology, the formation and subsequent histories of the solar system and
the earth, radioactive dating, life on other worlds, as seen from observational and
Biblical perspectives. Three hours lecture each week, with optional opportunities for an
observation period. (Fall)
PHYS 211-212. General Physics (E-3) 3,3 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 1 20, 1 21 .
The algebraic and trigonometric treatment of mechanics, heat, sound, light, electricity
and magnetism, and "modern physics." Applies toward the basic science requirement
as a non-laboratory science if taken alone and as a laboratory science if taken with
PHYS 213-214.
PHYS 213-214. General Physics Laboratory (E-3) 1,1 hours
Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent enrollment in PHYS 21 1-212.
Laboratory experience designed to illustrate the material in lectures, to familiarize the
student with useful measuring apparatus, and to encourage a systematic development
of scientific curiosity, caution, and method. (Fall, Winter)
PHYS 215, 216. General Physics Calculus Applications 1,1 hours
Prerequisites: MAI H 181 ; previous or concurrent enrollment in PHYS 21 1-212.
Derivations and problems in General Physics using differential and integral calculus will
be studied. Students completing PHYS 211-212 and PHYS 215, 216 will have taken
the equivalent of General Physics with calculus. Two class periods per week. (Winter)
PHYS 310. Modern Physics 3 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 21 1 -21 2; MATH 1 81 , 1 82.
The origins of modern physics, quantum theory, the theory of relativity, nuclear physics.
Three hours lecture each week. Laboratory experience is available in PHYS 325. (Fall)
PHYS 313. Physical Optics 3 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 21 1 -21 2, 31 0; MATH 1 82.
Refraction, reflection, interference, and absorption of light are discussed from the
standpoint of the ray and especially of the wave theories of light. Laboratory experience
is available in PHYS 325. (Winter, even years)
PHYS 315. Spectroscopy 3 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 21 1 -21 2, 31 0; MATH 1 82.
Interpretation of spectral line and band wavelengths, profiles, and intensities in terms of
stars' composition, temperature, pressure, motions. Design of laboratory experiments
to obtain atomic and molecular constants. Systematics of atomic and molecular data.
Laboratory experience is available in PHYS 497. (Fall, even years)
PHYS 316. Mathematics of Physics 3 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 213-214, 310; MATH 315.
See MATH 316 for course description.
PHYS 317. Issues in Physical Science and Religion (E-3) 3 hours
Prerequisite: One year of high school physics or chemistry or one semester of college
physics or chemistry; junior standing and permission of instructor.
Scientific method, truth, reality, logic and derivability, authority/inspiration, faith and
reason in mathematics and physical sciences. Non-logical factors in acceptance of
scientific statements as authoritative. Arguments for the existence of God. Causality,
determinism and miracles. Scientific revolutions and paradigm shifts with relation to
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trends in religion and philosophy. Does not apply to a major in or minor in Physics.
(Winter)
PHYS 325. Advanced Physics Laboratory I 1 hour
Prerequisites: PHYS 21 3-21 4,310.
Laboratory experiments pertinent to areas of physics except electricity and magnetism.
Meets once per week.
PHYS 326. Advanced Physics Laboratory II 1 hour
Prerequisites: PHYS 21 3-21 4,310.
Laboratory experiments pertinent to electricity and magnetism. Meets once a week.
PHYS 400. Physics Portfolio 1 hour
Each student majoring in Physics may compile a portfolio consisting of records of
participation in professional activities as suggested by departmental faculty and as
initiated by the student. Examples of activities include but are not limited to the
following: attendance at club meetings, professional film showings, visiting-scientist
seminar, and research review sessions, reading of journals and books, participation at
professional meetings, preparation for graduate school and for employment, and lists of
concepts or new ideas. The portfolio is reviewed upon the student's registration for this
course during the senior year. The grade earned for this credit will depend upon the
persistence of the student in participation during his/her stay at Southern Adventist
University and during summers, and upon the breadth and depth of the entries. It also
depends upon the student having his/her portfolio reviewed by the Department at the
end of each preceding semester, and the extent to which the Department's suggestions
on those occasions are implemented.
PHYS 41 1 . Thermodynamics 3 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 213-214, 310; MATH 182.
A study of gases, kinetic theory, and quantum statistics. Emphasis is placed on being
able to use thermodynamics data in the literature. Three hours of lecture each week.
This class is not open to students who have taken CHEM 41 1 . Laboratory experience is
available in PHYS 497. (Fall, even years)
PHYS 412. Quantum Mechanics 3 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 215, 216, 310; MATH 315, or permission of instructor.
The limits to classical physics; wave packets, the Schroedinger equation,
eigenfunctions and eigenvalues, one-dimensional potentials, the solution of the
Schroedinger equation in spherical-polar coordinates for the hydrogen atom; electron
spin and the Pauli requirement for antisymmetric wave functions, with applications to
states of light atoms; variation techniques for small atoms and molecules, Hueckel and
LCAO methods. This class is not open to students who have taken CHEM 412. (Winter,
odd years)
PHYS 413. Analytic Mechanics 3 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 215, 216, 310; MATH 182, 218, 315 (MATH 316, 317, 318, 319,
41 1-41 2 desirable).
The motion of a particle in gravitational and other classical fields is attacked using the
techniques of differential equations in the Newtonian, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian
forms. Special functions, vector theorems, transforms, and tensors are introduced as
needed. Laboratory experience is available in PHYS 325. (Fall, odd years)
PHYS 414-415. Electrodynamics 3,3 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 215, 216, 310; MATH 182, 218, 315, (316, 317, 318, 319,
41 1-41 2 desirable).
Analysis of electrical circuits, electrostatic and magnetostatic fields, and the motion of
charges therein. Maxwell's equations and the consequent prediction of
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electro-magnetic waves. Applications to modern atomic and nuclear theory are
stressed. Complex mapping, vector theorems, transforms, and special functions may
be used. Laboratory experience is available in PHYS 326. (Fall, even years; Winter,
odd years)
PHYS 418-419. Advanced Quantum Mechanics 3,3 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 215, 216, 310, 412; MATH 182, 218, 315, (316, 317, 318, 319,
41 1-41 2 desirable)
The structure of quantum mechanics; review of the Thomson, Bohr, and Fermi-Thomas
models; operator methods; operators, matrices, and spin; time-independent
perturbation theory; corrections to the hydrogen-atom treatment; other atoms and the
periodic table; emission and absorption of radiation from atoms; collision theory;
elementary particles and their symmetries; group dynamics approach to particle
classification. (Fall, odd years; Winter, even years)
PHYS 480. Scientific Writing and Presentation (W) 1 hour
Prerequisite: COMM 135
Principles and techniques of writing for news releases, periodicals, and research
journals. Practice in scientific meeting oral and poster-session presentation. It is
expected that the written reports be done with a word processor and that the student
will have done some original research of an experimental, computational, or
theorem-proving nature before enrolling in this course. PHYS 295/495 and 297/497
exist to fulfill this requirement and there are numerous opportunities with pay at
universities and national laboratories during the student's junior-senior summer. (Fall)
PHYS 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
This course consists of individual or group work adjusted to meet particular needs in
Physics. Approval must be secured from the instructor prior to registration. This course
may be repeated for credit. (Fall, Winter)
PHYS 297/497. Undergraduate Research in Physics 1-2 hours
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Research under direction of a member of the staff. The topic will be assigned in
accordance to the interests and capabilities of the student. It is assumed that the
student is familiar with one or more spreadsheets, mathematics manipulation
programs, and graphing software packages. May be repeated for up to four hours.
(Fall, Winter; May be accomplished on a co-op basis during the Summer.)
EARTH SCIENCE
ERSC 105. Earth Science (E-4) 3 hours
A non-mathematical and qualitative introduction, for non-science majors, to the areas of
physical geography, geology, and meteorology. Special consideration is given the
environment — conservation or pollution of natural resources. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
EDUCATION
EDUC 438. Curriculum and Content Methods/Physics 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
Attention is given to methods and materials of instruction, planning, testing, and
evaluating student performance, the survey and evaluation of textbooks.
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(E-3) (E-4) (W) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general education requirements.
School of Religion
Dean: Ron E. M. Clouzet
Faculty: Stephen Bauer, Ganoune Diop, Michael G. Hasel, Douglas Jacobs,
Judson Lake, Donn W. Leatherman, Carlos G. Martin, Philip G.
Samaan, Douglas Tilstra
Research Professor of Systematic Theology: Norman Gulley
Adjunct Faculty: Gordon Bietz, Jack J. Blanco, Greg Harper, Ken Rogers,
Lynda Smith, Leo Van Dolson, Ed Wright
Adjunct Faculty for Evangelism: Dan Bentzinger, Mark Finley, Robert
Folkenberg,
Ron Halvorsen, Sr.
Advisory Council: Presidents of Conferences within the Southern Union,
Southern Union Ministerial Directors, Vice President for
Student Services, Director of Student Finance and Accounts, head
deans of the two dormitories, university chaplain, university church
pastor.
As an integral part of Southern Adventist University the School of Religion
has been given the responsibility by the Board of Trustees to prepare young
men and women in theology for the Seminary and the field, and religious
education for denominational schools. It also has been asked to provide a
degree in religious studies, one in archaeology, and courses in general
religion for all students. Courses are designed to enhance the commitment of
students to Jesus Christ and their involvement in the mission of the
Seventh-day Adventist Church.
MISSION STATEMENT
The School of Religion provides biblical, theological, and practical
courses to help all university students experience a growing relationship with
Jesus Christ, understand His teachings in the context of the Seventh-day
Adventist Church, and live ethical lives in harmony with the Scriptures. It
also provides quality training in the fields of theology, religious education,
religious studies, and archaeology, so its graduates, solidly grounded in
Scripture and with a clear burden for others' salvation, become instruments
in God's hands to impact the world.
GOALS
General Education Courses
1. To provide instruction in the Scriptures that enhances an intelligent faith
in Jesus Christ.
2. To encourage development of a set of values that will provide a basis for
moral decision-making in the Christian life.
3. To acquaint the students with the teachings, history, and global mission
of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Theology
1. To provide professional training that prepares graduates to serve the
church effectively in ministry.
2. To provide an adequate pre-Seminary training in biblical backgrounds,
languages, history, theology, and church ministries to meet entrance
requirements to the M.Div. degree program offered by Andrews
University.
3. To provide instruction and practical experience in church ministries and
public evangelism as outlined in the requirements of the Certification for
Ministry.
Religious Education
1. To prepare the student for state and church certification (in cooperation
with the School of Education and Psychology) on the elementary or
secondary levels.
2. To support candidates in meeting the requirements of the School of
Education and Psychology and its certifying officer by offering a course in
Curriculum and Content Methods/Bible and by supervising student
teaching.
3. To qualify students to pursue graduate work in biblical and religious
studies.
Religious Studies
1. To provide a basic education in biblical and religious studies without
meeting the professional requirements of the other two majors.
2. To provide a major for students who are involved in pre-professional
programs or who elect a double major, one of which is Religion.
3. To prepare students to become well-informed, local church leaders.
Archaeology
1. To provide instruction in the methodology and interpretation of
archaeological data as it relates to the people, places and events of the
Bible.
2. To provide the necessary tools and skills for linguistic/exegetical,
historical, archaeological, and anthropological analyses.
3. To qualify students to pursue graduate work
in Classical or Near Eastern archaeology,
Museum Studies and to provide a major for
students involved in pre-professional
programs .
Bible Instructor or Literature Evangelist
1 . To provide courses in biblical and
theological studies that will give the student
a foundational knowledge of Scripture.
4. To provide instructional and practical
experience in the student's chosen emphasis.
5. To prepare students to function within the
context and structure of church organization.
EFFECTIVENESS
The School of Religion is committed to develop an ongoing assessment
and strategy to measure its effectiveness in harmony with the Mission
Statement of Southern Adventist University, its own mission statement, and
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the recommendation of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Faculty Assessment
The effectiveness of the School of Religion's faculty and program is
directly or indirectly assessed by:
1. Student evaluations of all classes administered regularly through the
office of the Vice President for Academic Administration.
2. Majors in the final semester of their senior year.
3. Periodic meetings of the faculty with the Chair of the Board and the
presidents of conferences within the Southern Union.
Student Assessment
The quality of the School's graduates as well as its general students is
assessed by:
1 . A 1 6PF taken by all Theology majors in their sophomore and senior years
with norms arrived at by extensive research of the performance of
successful Adventist pastors. If a student's scores differ greatly from
these norms, the faculty member assigned to administer the test meets
with the student to discuss potential difficulties and to suggest strategies
for improvement. This may involve referral to a professional for personal
or career counseling. Classes in Homiletics, Church Ministry,
Interpersonal Ministry, and the Field School of Evangelism measure the
student's proficiency in those areas. A performance evaluation is
submitted by the instructor(s) and kept in the student's file for future
reference. This may involve referral to a professional for personal or
career counseling.
2. The 16PF is administered by the School of Education and Psychology to
all Religious Education majors. If the student's scores indicate potential
difficulties, the School of Religion is asked to assist in strategies for
improvement.
3. A cumulative record of Religious Studies and Archaeology majors is kept
as a source of information and recommendation. This record includes
data needed for academic advisement and guidance for graduate work or
placement.
4. The religion portion of the annual assessment testing program is
prepared by the General Education Committee and is administered to all
students through the office of the Vice President for Academic
Administration.
NOTE: A summary of the evaluations referred to above will be made available in the form of a
check sheet to prospective employers who request it and will be signed by the School
Dean on behalf of the Religion faculty. The School itself cannot guarantee employment.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
ADMISSION TO THEOLOGY PROGRAM
Students seeking admission to the ministerial program with its major in
Theology make formal application, normally, during their sophomore year.
Upper class transfer students must apply during the second semester in
residence. An evaluation and decision by the religion faculty of the student's
overall potential for success in ministry, including consideration of the
applicant's academic progress, emotional stability, social and professional
skills determine individual acceptance as a Ministerial Trainee. If at any
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time, after being admitted to the program, trainees give evidence of failing to
maintain commitment to the criteria or preparation for ministry, they forfeit
their standing as trainees and the faculty's recognition in their senior year as
Ministerial Candidates. Acceptance into the ministerial program as a trainee
and a candidate is required for the completion of the major in theology.
Students not accepted into the program may choose to complete a major in
Religious Studies.
Trainees:
Students may apply to the ministerial program for trainee status by
mid-term of the first semester of their sophomore year. These applications
will be considered during the last half of the first semester, and announced
by the start of the second semester.
Qualifications
1. Successful completion of 40 hours of academic
credit, including ENGL 101, 102; COMM 13 5;
RELB 125; RELT 138, 238; RELL 301.
2 . An over-all grade point average of at least
2.50 and a grade point average of 2.50 in all
religion classes (including biblical
languages) completed at the time of
application.
3 . Completion of at least two semesters in
residence at SAU.
4 . A record of regular attendance at required
activities of the SAU School of Religion.
5 . Completion of the 16 PF Test within six months
prior to application.
6. Completion of the SIGI Plus vocational
aptitude and interest test.
7. Successful completion of the SAU School of
Religion Test of Elementary Biblical
Knowledge .
8. Successful completion of the SAU School of
Religion Test of Elementary Doctrinal
Knowledge or RELT 255, Christian Beliefs.
9. Submission of four references including at
least one of each of the following:
>A local pastor.
>A local church elder or church leader.
>A former employer OR work supervisor, OR
supervisor of volunteer ministries.
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10. Completion of a prescribed semi -structured
interview with the student's adviser.
11 . Development and submission of a
type-written ministry experience portfolio,
including the following:
>A statement of call (similar, though not
necessarily identical to the one written
for Introduction to Ministry) .
> Description of church and ministry
activity.
> Description of any volunteer or employment
experience in any setting.
>A statement of personal goals and values.
>A growth plan based on self -evaluation, the
results of standardized tests, and the
interview with the adviser.
12 . Approval by the School of Religion Staff
Committee based on the following factors:
> Evaluation of the Ministry Experience
Portfolio .
> Consideration of written recommendations
and the recommendation of the adviser.
> Consideration of academic performance.
> Consideration of standardized tests.
> Consideration of the student's reputation
in the university, church, and community.
Procedure
The process of application and admission is
as follows:
1. Complete the 16PF during the first semester
of the sophomore year. This test will be
offered in early September.
2 . Complete the trainee application form
(available from the Dean's secretary) during
the month of October.
3. Applications for admission as trainees will
be considered by the faculty in November and
December. This will allow time for
evaluation and additional consultation with
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students, if necessary.
4 . Trainees will be inducted into the program
officially at the time of the Annual Trainee
Induction Weekend.
Candidates :
Students will be considered for approval as
ministerial candidates at the beginning of the
first semester of their senior year. These
applications will be considered during the early
part of the first semester and announced about
the end of September.
Qualifications
Prior to admission to candidate status the
student should complete the following
requirements :
1 . Be in the process of completing (within one
academic year) the 33 -hour major in Theology.
2 . Be in the process of completing (within one
academic year) the 20-hour minor in Biblical
Languages .
3 . Be in the process of completing (within one
academic year) the 24 hours required for
certification for ministry.
4 . Be in the process of completing (within one
academic year) the general education
requirements and the required cognates for
the BA in Theology.
5. Maintain an overall grade point average (GPA)
of 2.50, and a GPA in Religion of 2.50.
6. Complete Ministerial Trainee Requirements.
7. Take a second 16PF test within six months
prior to application for candidate status.
8 . Maintain a record of regular attendance at
required activities of the SAU School of
Religion.
9. Complete the first Ministerial Externship
year with the assigned local congregation.
10 . Submit the student' s ministerial experience
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portfolio, including all items required for
trainee status (updated to the time of the
candidature interview) , as well as the
following :
>A current resume
>A description of goals for ministry and
plans for further education
>A recommendation by the mentoring pastor
>A recommendation by a member of the Board
from the mentoring church
11. Go through the candidature interview.
12 . Be approved by the School of Religion
Faculty Committee based on the following
factors :
> Evaluation of the ministry experience
portfolio.
> Consideration of the recommendations and
the recommendation of the advisor.
> Consideration of the student's performance
in ministry activities.
> Consideration of academic performance.
> Consideration of the student's reputation
in the university, church, and community.
Procedure
The process of admission is as follows:
1. Complete the 16PF during the first semester
of the senior year. This test will be
administered on the second day of
registration for the fall semester.
2 . Ministerial candidates will be considered by
the faculty in September. This will allow
time for evaluation and additional
consultation with students, if necessary.
3 . A list of candidates approved in this program
will be posted about the end of September.
In addition the individuals admitted as
candidates will be notified by letter.
4. Candidates will be considered officially
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approved at the time the list is posted, and
will be honored in the senior recognition
service .
5. Students will be eligible to sign up for
conference interviews for graduating seniors
only following their approval as candidates.
If interviews for juniors are requested,
students will be eligible only if they have
been admitted as trainees.
Students may apply to the School for variances
#2, #3, and #4, of the above qualifications,
provided they meet the following criteria:
1. Must have attained the age of 3 5 years prior
to enrolling.
2 . Must transfer a minimum of 48 semester hours
applicable to the program.
3 . Must have been active in church work and be
recommended by their local pastor or
conference for ministerial training on the
basis of this work.
4. Must have individualized study programs
approved by the faculty prior to being
recommended for ministerial candidacy.
Ministerial Externship
The School of Religion requires field
education of Theology majors. The Ministerial
Externship Program is designed to enhance
professional development by acquainting the
student with the multi-faceted responsibilities
of ministry. It provides a laboratory setting
in membership care, evangelism, church
leadership, worship, and preaching for working
with experienced mentoring pastors and lay
leaders in a local church. The education is
necessary before the student can be recommended
by the School of Religion for church employment.
Field School of Evangelism
Full-scale evangelistic meetings will be conducted for six weeks each
summer under the direction of the Southern Union Conference of
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Seventh-day Adventists, or for three weeks in a mission settings overseas.
All Theology majors are required to participate in one such field school.
Academic credit will be offered for all field schools, and a scholarship will
be provided for participants in specific field schools. Students planning to
take the Summer Field School program must have 55 hours with a 2.50
cumulative GPA and RELP 321, 322, 462 and 463 to be recommended for
admittance. Applications and scholarship information may be obtained from
the field school coordinator.
ADMISSION TO RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM
The Religious Education Program is coordinated with the School of
Education and Psychology for the University. Planning for certification by
the states and/or endorsement by the Seventh-day Adventist church for Bible
teaching is made with the
certifying officer of the School of Education and Psychology, both for
admission to the Religious Education program in the sophomore year and to
the professional semester before the senior year.
The student must apply for Initial Admission to the Teacher Education
Program (usually by the end of the sophomore year) after completing all
requirements as outlined under ADMISSION PROCEDURES in the School
of Education and Psychology section
of the catalog. Initial admission is required before the student can enroll in
upper division education courses.
The student must also complete an application and all other
requirements for Admission to Student Teaching. Prior to the professional
semester, the student must take and pass the PRAXIS II licensure
exam — both the appropriate section of the Principles of Learning and
Teaching, and the particular specialty test(s) for the licensure area(s).
The criteria for admission to Religious Education, requirements for
secondary Bible teaching, and policies and procedures related to student
teaching may be
found in the University catalog under the School of Education and
Psychology and obtained from the secretary of the School in Summerour
Hall.
Teacher Certification and Endorsement
Those seeking Tennessee State Certification must fulfill requirements
listed on page 1 12 of this catalog.
ADMISSION TO RELIGIOUS STUDIES
The Religious Studies major is a liberal arts major for students interested
in pursuing a degree other than a Theology or Religious Education degree,
or by students preparing for professional fields such as medicine, dentistry,
law, and other graduate studies.
It provides a balanced selection of both biblical studies and theology
courses. The four-year degree candidate may apply the required 12 hours of
General Education courses in religion toward the hours needed for the major,
thus reducing the number of extra courses needed to qualify.
ADMISSION TO ARCHAEOLOGY
The Archaeology major is a liberal arts major for students interested in
preparing for graduate studies in archaeology, museum studies, of cultural
resource management or as preparation for professional field such as
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medicine, dentistry, law, or education. Students choosing to major in
archaeology must consult with the director of the Institute of Archaeology to
determine their area of interest in Near Eastern or Classical Studies and to
lay plans for participation in archaeological fieldwork.
The four year degree candidate may apply the required 12 hours of
General Education courses in religion towards the hours for the major, thus
reducing the number of extra courses needed to qualify.
ADMISSION TO THE BIBLE INSTRUCTOR OR LITERATURE
EVANGELIST PROGRAM
The Bible Worker and Literature Evangelist Program is a 64 hour,
two-year degree leading to an A. A. in Religion. Students wishing to be
recommended for employment as Bible instructors or literature evangelists
must be approved by the School of Religion. The School of Religion cannot
recommend for employment anyone whose course of study has been
inadequate or unapproved.
GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES IN RELIGION
The objective in all religion courses is to enhance knowledge of and
appreciation for the Scriptures, and to assist the student in gaining and
maintaining a vital involvement with Jesus Christ, and a personal
commitment to serve family, church, community, and the world. Six semester
hours of religion are required of the two-year graduate, and 12 semester
hours of the four-year graduate. This is equivalent to one three-hour course
per year which may be selected from any of the religion courses offered.
Bachelor degree students must take at least three semester hours at the
upper division level. (Detailed information on General Education
requirements are found in the University catalog.)
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
The candidates for graduation in the program for Theology must have a
2.50 overall, a 2.50 in their major and in the area of candidacy in order to
graduate, and also a 2.50 overall for Seminary entrance. In addition to their
major they must have 20 hours in Biblical Languages, 24 hours in
professional training, and 12 hours in cognates to qualify for Ministerial
Candidacy. They must also give evidence of moral, physical, social, and
intellectual fitness and demonstrate professional commitment in order for the
School to recommend them as prospective ministerial employees. Those
students pursuing the Religious Education major must have a 2.75 overall
and a 2.75 in education and in the field of certification as outlined by the
School of Education and Psychology. The Religious Studies candidates for
graduation, and those having majored in Archaeology, must have a
cumulative grade point average of 2.00 overall and a 2.25 in their major as
outlined in the University catalog as must candidates for the A. A. in
Religion. Where exit examinations are required, the candidate must pass
with a score of 75 percent or above prior to graduation.
BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS
The bachelor of arts degree in Theology and Religious Education
requires courses in biblical studies and religion of which three are
introductory with others covering the Old and New Testament, the prophetic
books of Daniel and Revelation, and the Fundamental Beliefs of Seventh-day
Adventists in the light of Christian Theology.
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Major — Theology (33 Hours)
Required Courses
RELB 125 [ITe and Teachings of Jesus
RELT138 Adventist Heritage
RELT 238 Introduction to Ministry
RELB 245 Old Testament Studies I
RELB 246 Old Testament Studies II
RELB 425 Studies in Daniel (W)
Hours
Required Courses, continued
Hours
3
HbLB 426
Studies in Hevelation
3
3
RELB 435
New Testament Studies I
3
2
RELB 436
New Testament Studies II
3
3
RELT 388
Proph Ministry of EG White
1
3
RELT 484
Christian Theology I
3
3
RELT 485
Christian Theology II (W)
3
Must also include 20 hours in Biblical Languages, 24 hours for
Certification for Ministry, and cognate requirements as follows:
Minor in Biblical Languages Hours
RbLL 251-252 Biblical Hebrew I, II 3,3
RELL 271-272 NT Greek I, II 4,4
RELL301 Intro to Biblical Exegesis 2
RELL 350 Advanced Greek 2
RELL 351 Advanced Hebrew 2
Certification for Ministry
HELP 270 Interpersonal Ministry
RELP 321 Intro to Biblical Preaching 2
RELP 322 Intermediate Biblical Preaching
RELP 361-362 Personal Evangelism I, II 2,2
RELP 423 Advanced Biblical Preaching
RELP 424 Evangelistic Preaching
RELP 451-452 Church Ministry I , II 3,3
RELP 466 Public Evangelism
RELT 265 Christian Spirituality I 1
Hours
Required Cognates
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking
HIST 364-365 Christian Church I (W), II (W) 3,3
PSYC124 Intro to Psychology 3
Guidelines for Gen Ed Electives
ACCI 103 College Accounting 3
CPTE105 Word Processing 1
ENGL 335 Biblical Literature 3
HLED173 Health for Life 2
MUHL 21 5 Music in the Christian Church 2
PSYC 377 Fundamentals of Counseling 3
S0CI223 Marriage and the Family 2
Note: The School recommends that those majoring in Theology not simultaneously take
RELL 251-252, Biblical Hebrew I, II, RELL 271-272, New Testament Greek I, II, or
RELL 350, Advanced Greek, RELL 351 Advanced Hebrew.
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Theology
1st Semester
ENGL 101
RELB 125
College Composition
Life and Teachings of Jesus
Area A-2, Math
Area E-4, Science
AreaG-1, Skills
Hours
2nd Semester
3
COMM 135
3
ENGL 102
3
PEAC 225
3
PSYC 124
3
RELT 138
15
Intro to Public Speaking
College Composition
Fitness for Life
Intro to Psychology
Adventist Heritage
Area E, Science
Hours
3
3
1
3
3
3
15
Major — Religious Education (32 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
RELB 125 LTTe and Teachings of Jesus 3
RELT 138 Adventist Heritage 3
RELT 238 Introduction to Ministry 2
RELB 245 Old Testament Studies I 3
RELB 246 Old Testament Studies II 3
RELB 425 Studies in Daniel (W) 3
Required Courses, continued
HbLB 426 Studies in Revelation
RELB 435 New Testament Studies I
RELB 436 New Testament Studies II
RELT 484 Christian Theology I
RELT 485 Christian Theology II (W)
Hours
3
3
3
3
3
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Professional Education Requirements
bUUC 135 Intro to Education
EDUC 21 7 Psych Found of Education
EDUC 240 Educ for Excep Children & Youth
EDUC 250 Technology in Education
EDUC 325 Philosophy of Christian Education
EDUC 356 Classroom Assessment
EDUC 422 Behavior Mgmt for Adolescents
EDUC 432 Reading in Content - Secondary
EDUC 437 Curricul and General Methods
EDUC 438 Curricul Content Methods/Bible
EDUC 468
Hours
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
Enhanced Student Teaching 7-1212
Required Cognates Hours
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
PSYC128 Developmental Psychology 3
RELL 301 Intro to Biblical Exegesis 2
RELL 271 -272 New Testament Greek, I, II 4,4
RELP321 Intro to Biblical Preaching 2
RELP 322 Inter Biblical Preaching 2
Guidelines tor General Ed Electives
ACCI 103 College Accounting 3
COMM 136 Interpersonal Communication 3
HLED173 Health for Life 2
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Religious Education
1st Semester
EDUC 135
ENGL 101
RELB125
Intro to Education
College Composition
Life and Teachings of Jesus
Area A-2, Math
Area E-4, Science
Hours
2nd Semester
2
COMM 135
3
EDUC 217
3
ENGL 102
3
PEAC 225
3
RELT138
14
Hours
Intro to Public Speaking
Psych Foundations of Education
College Composition
Fitness for Life
Adventist Heritage
Area E, Science
Major — Religious Studies (30 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
RELB 125 Life and Teachings of Jesus 3
RELB 435 New Testament Studies I 3
RELB 436 New Testament Studies II 3
RELP 264 Christian Witnessing 3
RELT138 Adventist Heritage 3
RELT255 Christian Beliefs 3
RELT368 World Religions (W) 3
RELT373 Christian Ethics 3
RELT467 Phil and the Christian Faith (W) 3
Required Courses, cont Hours
Select one (1) from the following courses:
RELB 245 Old Testament Studies I 3
RELB 246 Old Testament Studies II 3
Required Cognate Hours
COMM 135 Tntro to Public Speaking 3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Religious Studies
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
COMM 135
RELB 125
Life and Teachings of Jesus
3
ENGL 102
RELT 138
Adventist Heritage
3
PEAC 225
Area A-2, Math
3
RELT 255
Area G-1, Skills
3
15
Intro to Public Speaking
College Composition
Fitness for Life
Christian Beliefs
Area E-4, Science
Area F-1, Behavioral Sci
Hours
3
3
1
3
3
3
16
Major — Archaeology (31-32 Hours)
Core Courses Hours
RELB 337 Archaeology and the OT 3
RELB 340 Middle East Study Tour 3
RELB 347 Archaeology and the NT 3
RELB 255/455 Archaeological Fieldwork 3
RELB 465 T: Archaeological Method 3
Choose one (1) emphasis:
Classical Studies Emphasis (1 6 hours)
Hours
RELB 435
New Testament Studies I
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RELB 436 New Testament Studies II 3
RELL 271 New Testament Greek I 4
RELL272 New Testament Greek II 4
RELL 350 Advanced Greek 2
Required Cognates Hours
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
ENGL 445 Ancient Classics (W ) 3
HIST 265 T ;H isto rica I Archaeology 3
HIST 497 Research Methods in History (W ) 3
Near Eastern Studies Emphasis (1 7 hours) Hours
Recommended
mtermediate French or German 6
Guidelines for General Ed Electives Hours
AH I 235 Ceramics 3
BIOL 424 Issues of Nat Sci & Rlgn (W) 3
ERSC105 Earth Science 3
HIST 174 World Civilizations 3
RELB245 Old I estament Studies I
RELB 246 Old Testament Studies II
RELB 425 Studies in Daniel (W)
RELL 251 Biblical Hebrew I
RELL 252 Biblical Hebrew II
RELL 351 Advanced Hebrew
Required Cognates
COMM 135
3
3
3
3
3
2
Hours
Intro to Public Speaking 3
HIST 265 T:Historical Archaeology 3
HIST 497 Research Methods in History (W) 3
RELT 368 World Religions (W) 3
Recommended
Intermediate French or German 6
HIST 375 Ancient World (W) 3
MATH 215 Statistics 3
SOCI150 Cultural Anthropology 3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Archaeology
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
HIST 174
World Civilization
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
RELL 251
Biblical Hebrew I
RELL 252
Biblical Hebrew II
OR
3-4
OR
3-4
RELL 271
New Testament Greek I
RELL 272
New Testament Greek II
SOCI 150
Cultural Anthropology
3
ERSC 105
Earth Science
3
ART 235
Ceramics
3
15-16
AreaG-1, Skills
3
15-16
Major — A.A. Religion (30 Hours)
This degree is designed to prepare the student to be effective in lay
ministry as a Bible Instructor or Literature Evangelist.
Core Courses
Hours
Core Courses, continued
RELB 125
Life and Teachings of Jesus
3
RELP 270
RELB 245
Old Testament Studies I
RELP361 I
OR
3
RELP 362 !
RELB 246
Old Testament Studies II
RELT 138
RELB 435
New Testament Studies I
RELT 255 '
OR
3
RELT 265 '
RELB 436
New Testament Studies II
Interpersonal Ministry
Personal Evangelism I
Personal Evangelism II
Adventist Heritage
Christian Beliefs
Christian Spirituality I
Hours
2
2
2
3
3
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Required Courses for Bible Instructor Houi
RELB 425 Studies in Daniel
OR
RELB 426 Studies in Revelation
RELP 291 Practicum: Evangelism
RELP 321 Introduction to Biblical Preachg
Cognates for both emphases
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking
PSYC 124 Intro to Psychology
OR
PSYC 128 Developmental Psychology
Hours
Required Courses for Literature EvanqelistHour;
PREL 244 Sales 2
PREL 291/391 Practicum: Sales
OR 3
PREL 492 Public Relations Internship: Sales
PREL 406 Persuasion and Propaganda 3
General Education
ENGL 101-102 College Composition
MATH 103 Survey of Math (unless excempt)
Area C, History
Area E, Nat or Phys Science
Area G-1 , Creative or Practical
Skills (incl. PEAC Fitness for Life)1 -3
Hours
6
3
3
3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
A.A. Religion
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
HLED 173
Health for Life
2
OR
RELB 125
Life and Teachings of Jesus
3
RELP 270
Interpersonal Ministry
2
RELT138
Adventist Heritage
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
RELT 265
Christian Spirituality I
RELT 255
Christian Beliefs
3
Area A-2, Math
3
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
15
Area E-4, Science
Area F-1, Behavioral Sci
3
3
15-16
MINORS IN ARCHAEOLOGY, BIBLICAL LANGUAGES, CHRISTIAN
SERVICE, MISSIONS, PRACTICAL THEOLOGY AND RELIGION
Minor — Archaeology (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
RELB 245 Did Testament Studies I 3
RELB 246 Old Testament Studies II
OR 3
RELB 435 New Testament Studies I
RELB 436 New Testament Studies II
Required Courses , continued
HELB337 Archaeology and the OT
RELB 347 Archaeology and the NT
RELB 255/455 Archaeological Fieldwork
RELB 465 T:Archaeological Method
Hours
3
3
3
3
Minor — Biblical Languages (20 Hours)
Required Courses
RELL251, 252 Biblical Hebrew I, II
RELL 271 , 272 New Testament Greek I, 1 1
RELL 301 Intro to Biblical Exegesis
Hours
3,3
4,4
2
Required Courses , continued
RELL 350 Advanced Greek
RELL 351 Advanced Hebrew
Hours
2
2
Minor — Christian Service (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
RELB 125 Life and Teaching of Jesus 3
RELP 264 Christian Witnessing 3
RELT 138 Adventist Heritage
OR " 3
RELT 255 Christian Beliefs
Required Courses , continued Hours
RELP Electives (6 hrs must be UD) 9
(May incl GEOG 306-Cultural
Geography)
Minor — Missions (23 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
RELB 125 Life and Teaching of Jesus 3
RELP 240 World Missions 3
RELP 361 Personal Evangelism I
RELP 466
RELT 255
BELT 368
Public Evangelism (must be
outside USA) 3
Christian Beliefs 3
World Religions 3
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OOMM 291 Intercultural Communications
Practicum*
Required Courses , continued Hours
tercut
Prac
OR 3
GEOG 306 Cultural Geography*
SOCI150 Cultural Anthropology
OR 3
SOCI 230 Multicultural Relations
*These courses require admission to the Student Missions Program and successful completion of one academic
year of student mission experience.
Minor — Practical Theology (19 Hours)*
Required Courses Hours Required Courses , continued Hours
KELP 270 Interpersonal Ministry 2 HELP 361-362 Personal Evangelism I, II 2,2
RELP321 Intro to Biblical Preaching 2 RELP 451-452 Church Ministry I , II 3,3
RELP 322 Intermediate Biblical Preaching 2 RELP 466 Public Evangelism 3
*Non-theology majors must obtain permission from the School of Religion
Prerequisites apply to RELP 321 .
Minor — Religion (18 Hours)
Those seeking state certification and/or denominational endorsement for
teaching in other areas could, with careful selection, also acquire a minor in
Religion.
All who wish to have an add-on teacher certification in Religion must have
a Religion minor plus EDUC 438, Curriculum and Content Methods/Bible,
Grades 7-12 (1 hour).
Required Courses Hours
RELB 1 25 Life & Teachings of Jesus 3
RELT138 Adventist Heritage 3
AND
U/D RELB or RELT Courses 6
Religion Electives (may incl RELP) 6
No more than one of the following courses may be chosen to apply toward the
minor: RELT 31 7, 424.
BIBLICAL STUDIES
RELB 125. Life and Teachings of Jesus 3 hours
A study of the life, ministry, and teachings of Jesus with special emphasis on His
teachings as they apply to the personal, social, and religious problems of the individual.
(Fall, Winter, Summer)
RELB 175. Acts of the Apostles 3 hours
A study of the development of the church during apostolic times, including an
introduction to the characters, issues, and events that shaped the earliest Christian
communities and the theological development of the gospel by the early church.
RELB 245. Old Testament Studies I 3 hours
Prerequisite: Six hours of religion courses.
An introduction to the Pentateuch and Writings, two major division of the Old
Testament. Attention will be given to the structure, theme, theology, historical setting,
and significance of this literature in Christian interpretation. Various approaches to the
study of the Old Testament will be surveyed. (Fall)
RELB 246. Old Testament Studies II 3 hours
Prerequisite: Six hours of religion courses.
An introduction to the Prophets, a third major division of the Old Testament. Attention
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will be given to the structure, theme, theology, historical setting, and significance of this
literature in Christian interpretation. (Winter)
RELB 337. Archaeology and the Old Testament 3 hours
A study of cultures, customs, languages, and religions that impact the understanding of
the Old Testament based on archaeological and other ancient material culture which,
interpreted from the viewpoint of the Bible, Emphasizes its authenticity. (Fall)
RELB 340. Middle East Study Tour 1-3 hours
Sponsored by the School of Religion, the Middle East Study Tour focuses on the
archaeological, historical, and geographical study of the region with an emphasis on the
comparative study of cultures, locations, and events as they related to the Bible. Fees
are assessed to cover the expenses of the tour. (Summer)
RELB 347. Archaeology and the New Testament 3 hours
A study of the cultures, customs, languages, and religions that impact the
understanding of the New Testament based on archaeological and other ancient
material culture which, interpreted from the viewpoint of the Bible, emphasizes its
authenticity. (Winter)
RELB 425. Studies in Daniel (W) 3 hours
Recommended: HIST 174, 175.
A study of selected historical and prophetic portions of Daniel to discover their meaning
and relevance for today. (Fall, Summer as needed)
RELB 426. Studies in Revelation 3 hours
Recommended: HIST 174, 175.
A study of the prophecies and symbolisms of Revelation with their historical fulfillments.
Special attention will be given to discovering its special message for our day. (Winter,
Summer as needed)
RELB 435. New Testament Studies I 3 hours
A brief introduction to and exegetical study of the General Letters of the New Testament
which include, Hebrews, James, 1 and 2 Peter, Jude, 1, 2, and 3 John. Includes a
background survey of the book of Acts. (Fall)
RELB 436. New Testament Studies II 3 hours
A brief introduction to and exegetical study of the Pauline Letters of the New Testament
which include, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, 1 and 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Romans,
Ephesians, Colossians, Philippians, Philemon, 1 and 2 Timothy. (Winter)
RELB 255/455. Archaeological Fieldwork 1-6 hours
In conjunction with the archaeological expeditions, sponsored by Southern Adventist
University, qualified students obtain practical experience and training in archaeological
fieldwork by assisting in the supervising of excavation drawings, registering, reading of
pottery, and related work. Fees are assessed to cover the expenses of fieldwork and
room and board. (Summer)
RELB 465. Topics in Biblical Studies 1-3 hours
This course is designed to provide an exposure to a wide range of religious studies
dealing with issues encountered in Biblical studies. The content will change, as needed,
so the course may be repeated once for credit. Open to all students. (As needed)
RELB 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
This course is limited primarily to Theology, Religious Education and Religious Studies
majors and must be approved by the Dean of the School of Religion. Occasionally the
course may be conducted as a seminar and published in the schedule of classes. This
course may be repeated for credit. (As needed)
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BIBLICAL LANGUAGES
RELL 251-252. Biblical Hebrew I, II (D-1) 3,3 hours
A foundation course in the grammar, syntax, and lexicography of classical Biblical
Hebrew, with an emphasis on reading skills. Laboratory work required.
RELL 271-272. New Testament Greek I, II (D-1) 4,4 hours
A foundational study of the grammar, syntax, and vocabulary of the koine Greek of the
New Testament. The student will read and translate selected New Testament
passages in preparation for doing exegesis of the New Testament text.
RELL 301. Introduction to Biblical Exegesis 2 hours
Prerequisite: One semester of Biblical language.
An introduction to biblical exegesis (the application of principles of interpretation) to
passages of the Bible representing the various genres of the Old and New Testaments.
This course will acquaint the student with the presuppositions which lie beneath various
hermeneutical approaches to the text, and with guidelines for the steps in the
interpretation of the text. Opportunity will be given for involvement in the process of
biblical exegesis. (Winter)
RELL 350. Advanced Greek 2 hours
Prerequisites: RELL 271 , 272, 301 .
An advanced course which applies the principles of koine Greek grammar and syntax to
the exegesis of selected passages from the Greek New Testament. Emphasis will be
placed upon the significance of the results of exegesis for preaching the text. (Fall)
RELL 351. Advanced Hebrew 2 hours
Prerequisites: RELL 251 , 252, 301
Application of the principles of exegesis to the text of the Hebrew Bible, with particular
emphasis on the contribution of Hebrew lexicography, grammar, syntax and style to the
understanding of the text. The student will be expected to analyze the text of assigned
passages and to prepare brief exegetical papers and sermons based on the Hebrew
text of the Old Testament. (Fall)
RELL 465. Topics in Biblical Languages 1-3 hours
This course is designed to provide an exposure to a wide range of religious studies
dealing with issues encountered in Biblical languages and exegesis. The content will
change, as needed, so the course may be repeated once for credit. Open to all
students. (As needed)
RELL 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
This course is limited primarily to Theology, Religious Education and Religious Studies
majors and must be approved by the Dean of the School of Religion. Occasionally the
course may be conducted as a seminar and published in the schedule of classes. This
course may be repeated for credit. (As needed)
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
RELP 251. Introduction to Youth Ministry 3 hours
This course will explore the Biblical basis for a specialized ministry to children, youth,
and young adults. The students will become acquainted with current research,
contemporary approaches, and available resources to enhance ministry to youth.
Practical experience in area churches will be required.
RELP 264. Christian Witnessing 3 hours
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This course will focus on Christ's model of reaching people and how this approach can
be integrated in one's spiritual life and implemented with interpersonal relationships and
the sharing of the gospel. (Winter)
RELP 270. Interpersonal Ministry 2 hours
The development of listening skills and interpersonal communication in pastoral
visitation with special emphasis on revitalizing inactive members. Laboratory work in
area churches will be required.
RELP 321. Introduction to Biblical Preaching 2 hours
Prerequisites: COMM 135; RELL 301 .
This introductory course examines the foundations for effective Biblical preaching.
Attention will be given to the call and preparation of the preacher, principles of Biblical
hermeneutics, the elements of sermon formulation, and principles of sermon delivery. A
topical, biographical, or narrative sermon will be preached and analyzed in a peer
review setting. (Fall)
RELP 322. Intermediate Biblical Preaching 2 hours
Prerequisite: RELP 321 .
This course focuses on the preparation and delivery of expository sermons. Attention
will be given to the discovery of the exegetical idea of the text, the formulation of the
homiletical idea, and how to preach with conviction. Expository sermons will be
preached and analyzed in a peer review setting. (Winter)
RELP 240/340. World Missions 3 hours
A survey of the major religious, philosophical, and cultural traditions for the purpose of
enhancing Christian outreach and cross-cultural evangelism. (Winter)
RELP 354. Introduction to Pastoral Counseling 3 hours
This course is an introduction to pastoral redemptive care. Visitation to correctional and
rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and nursing homes will be required. This course is not
designed as an introduction to professional counseling.
RELP361. Personal Evangelism I 2 hours
The course covers the principles and practice of one-to-one evangelism, focusing on
leading people to Christ, giving effective Bible studies, friendship evangelism,
ministering to young people, and working in local church outreach endeavors.
Students must take this course immediately preceding RELP 362, Personal Evangelism
II. (Fall)
RELP 362. Personal Evangelism II 2 hours
Prerequisite: RELP 361 .
The course building on the prerequisite class whereby the practical ministry
skills introduced then are enhanced and expanded now. In addition, urban
evangelism, small groups outreach, and answering Bible objections will be
covered. Students must take this course immediately preceding RELP 466,
Public Evangelism. (Winter)
RELP 291/391. Practicum 1-3 hours
Supervised practicum in various forms of ministry as individually designed for each
student. The program and the supervisor must be approved by the School of Religion
prior to registration. These programs will involve a minimum of 1 00 hours of instruction
and activity for each hour of credit. This course may be applied to a Religion minor but
is not a substitute for RELP 466 Public Evangelism.
RELP 401. Fundamentals of Biblical Preaching 3 hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the School of Religion.
A basic homiletics course focusing on the preparation and delivery of expository
sermons. The student will learn and implement a ten-step method for sermon
preparation, and will preach it in a peer-review setting. The course is intended for
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students with no academic credit in preaching. (Summer as needed)
RELP 423. Advanced Biblical Preaching 2 hours
Prerequisite: RELP 322.
This course explores further methods of biblical preaching such as the narrative plot
and the inductive sermon, all the while challenging the student to a complete reliance
upon Word and Spirit. Preaching is set for specific needs, situations, and the
development of a sermonic series. Sermons are preached and analyzed in a peer
review setting. (Fall)
RELP 424. Evangelistic Preaching 2 hours
Prerequisite: RELP 423.
This course concentrates on the development and delivery of distinctively Adventist
messages with emphasis on soul-winning decisions and the use of multi-media.
Instruction includes sermon preparation for an evangelistic series. Sermons are
preached and analyzed in a peer review setting. (Winter)
RELP 451. Church Ministry I 3 hours
Prerequisite: Senior Level Only
An introduction to church ministry, this course explores a biblical theology of church
ministry, clergy, and laity roles and relationships, church administration, and the practice
of some specific ministries in the local setting. Laboratory work in area churches is
required. (Fall)
RELP 452. Church Ministry II 3 hours
Prerequisite: Senior Level Only
In this course consideration is given to the personal life and the various professional
tests of the pastor, such as spiritual leadership, life management, worship ministry,
baptisms, weddings, and funerals. In addition, denominational polity, church growth,
and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit for ministry are explored. This course includes
the theology major exit exam. Laboratory work in area churches is required. (Winter)
RELP 465. Topics in Professional Training 1-3 hours
In this introductory course, Christ's model of personal evangelism will be emphasized
and attention will be given to the principles and practice of one-to-one evangelism with
people of Christian, secular, and non-Christian backgrounds. The presentation of the
gospel and giving of Bible studies is modeled in class and laboratory experience is
required of the student. (As needed)
RELP 466. Public Evangelism 3 hours
Prerequisite: RELP 362 and Acceptance as a Ministerial Trainee.
Principles employed in preparing and conducting public evangelistic meetings are
explored and experienced in connection with the Field School of Evangelism. The
student learns how to plan and hold an evangelistic series as well as visit with
evangelistic interests. Consent from the School of Religion must be obtained before
enrollment.
RELP 468. Health Evangelism 3 hours
A study of the concepts and methods of creating witnessing opportunities through taking
advantage of the current interest in preventive health practices and lifestyle changes.
The objective of these concepts and methods is to obtain decisions for a more abundant
way of life and to lead men and women to Christ. The course also will provide future
church leaders with practical ways to utilize the talents of members in health
evangelism. Laboratory work in area churches and/or community settings is required.
RELP 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
This course is limited primarily to Theology, Religious Education and Religious Studies
majors and must be approved by the Dean of the School of Religion. Occasionally the
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course may be conducted as a seminar and published in the schedule of classes. This
course may be repeated for credit. (As needed)
THEOLOGY AND RELIGION
RELT 138. Adventist Heritage 3 hours
A study of the Second Advent Awakening in the nineteenth century and the subsequent
development of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Special emphasis will be placed on
the contributory role in the church of the Spiritual Gift of Prophecy through the life and
ministry of Ellen G. White. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
RELT 225. Last-Day Events 3 hours
Last-Day Events is a biblical, theological, and historical study of eschatology rooted in
its Christ-centered focus. It considers the unique Seventh-day Adventist contribution
over against that made by leading scholars both in the past and present. Also it
examines the New Age Movement and Dispensationalism and focuses on how to be
ready for the end event.
RELT 238. Introduction to Ministry 2 hours
Prerequisite: Six hours of religion courses.
An introduction to the basics of Ministry, focusing on issues such as the call to pastoral
or teaching ministry, Christ-centered living, personal spirituality, ethical behavior,
relationships with others, concern for the lost, time management, and theological study.
This course seeks to develop personal morality, spiritual growth and practical life-skills
in ministers and teachers in training.
RELT 255. Christian Beliefs 3 hours
Christian Beliefs is a study of Adventist doctrines in a Christ-centered context. This
course will involve a study of the major teachings, with a view to enhancing the
student's understanding and ability to provide biblical support for his/her faith. (Fall,
Winter, Summer)
RELT 265. Christian Spirituality I 1 hour
A historical and theological study of Christian spirituality. This course provides a basic
introduction to the devotional life, with an emphasis on prayer and fasting, including a
practical application of the dynamics of these spiritual disciplines as a means of
enriching the spiritual life.
RELT 266. Christian Spirituality II 1 hour
Prerequisite: RELT 265.
A continued study of the classic spiritual disciplines of the Christian faith with an
emphasis on Scripture as a dynamic in personal spiritual development. This course will
focus on contemplative reading of Scripture, journaling, meditation on Scripture, and
Scripture memorization. (Winter)
*RELT 317. Issues in Physical Science and Religion 3 hours
See PHYS 317 for course description.
RELT 368. World Religions (W) 3 hours
A study of several major representative Christian and non-Christian religions, including
a survey of the history and the distinctive characteristics of each. This course will also
compare and contrast these religions, consider areas of commonality between these
religions and biblical Christianity, and provide insights as to how to share Christianity
with practitioners of these religions. (Fall, Winter, Summer as needed)
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RELT 373. Christian Ethics 3 hours
A foundation course in moral decision-making in the fields of bio-ethics, social ethics,
and personal ethics. The objective is to discover timeless norms by which to make basic
ethical decisions across the professional spectrum. These norms are then applied to
issues relevant to the student. Limited to students required to take Ethics for their
program or students with Junior/Senior class standing.
RELT 388. Prophetic Ministry of Ellen G. White 1 hour
Prerequisites: RELT 138 and Ministerial Candidacy.
A survey course on the life, and in particular, the prophetic ministry of Ellen G. White as
co-founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Topics will include a biblical study of
the gift of prophecy and issues often faced by congregational ministers and school
teachers. (Winter)
'One of the "Issues" courses can apply to General Education natural science requirement for majors,
and to Religion for nonmajors.
RELT 422. Issues in Science and Society 3 hours
See BIOL 422 for course description.
*RELT 424. Issues in Natural Science and Religion (W) 3 hours
See BIOL 424 for course description.
RELT 465. Topics in Theological Studies 1-3 hours
This course is designed to provide an exposure to a wide range of religious studies
dealing with issues encountered in theology. The content will change, as needed, so the
course may be repeated once for credit. Open to all students. (As needed)
RELT 467. Philosophy and the Christian Faith (W) 3 hours
A study of the main thinkers and schools of thought from the Middle Ages to the present
and their influence on Christian theology. Also, attention will be given to various world
views which are shaping Christian thought today. (Fall)
RELT 484. Christian Theology I 3 hours
Recommended: RELT 255 or the equivalent.
Christian Theology I is an in-depth study of the 27 Seventh-day Adventist Fundamental
Beliefs to equip the student to know the doctrines of the church from Scripture and to
present them to others. (Fall)
RELT 485. Christian Theology II (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: RELT 484.
Christian Theology II examines the major theological issues such as Christology,
Pneumatology, Anthropology, Soteriology, Ecclesiology, and Eschatology to strengthen
confidence in Scripture and to equip the student to preach with certainty. (Winter)
RELT 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
This course is limited primarily to the School majors and must be approved by the Dean
of the School of Religion. Occasionally the course may be conducted as a seminar and
published in the schedule of classes. This course may be repeated for credit. (As
needed)
*One of the "Issues" courses can apply to General Education natural science requirement for majors
and to Religion for nonmajors.
EDUCATION
EDUC 438. Curriculum and Content Methods/Bible 1 hour
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education.
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Attention is given to methods and materials construction, planning, testing and
evaluating student performance, and the survey and evaluation of textbooks. (As
needed)
(D-1) (W) See pages 24-25 and 27-32 for explanation of general degree and general
education requirements.
Social Work and
Family Studies
Acting Chair: Cyril Roe
Faculty: Janene Dunston, Valerie L. Radu (Director, Social Work Program)
Adjunct Faculty: Robert Coombs, Jacinta Naylor, Terrie Ruff
MISSION STATEMENT AND OBJECTIVES
The Department of Social Work and Family Studies promotes a Christian
learning environment that is designed to facilitate and understand of human
behavior and a mastery of basic skills in working with people in local,
national, and international settings.
The curricula for both the BSW and Family Studies degrees are designed
to achieve the following objectives:
1 . To help the student gain an understanding of a Christian philosophy of
human behavior and to master intervention skills based on such a
philosophy.
2. To encourage critical thinking, perceptive discussion, intellectual
curiosity, and cultural awareness.
3. To develop positive interpersonal skills, communication techniques,
and decision-making approaches.
4. To reinforce a commitment to acceptance, caring, and service.
5. To provide the necessary knowledge base that will enable students to
experience successful employment and/or admission to graduate
programs.
PROGRAMS IN SOCIAL WORK AND FAMILY STUDIES
The Social Work and Family Studies Department offers a degree in Social
Work (accredited by the Council on Social Work Education) and in Family
Studies. Minors are also available in Behavioral Science, Family Studies,
and Sociology.
The curricula for both the BSW and Family Studies degrees include
computer content and hands-on experience intended to enable majors to
develop elementary skills including word processing, spreadsheet, database,
Internet, CD ROMS, video — interactive, and statistical analysis. Majors are
encouraged to have their own personal computers (PCs) if possible.
SOCIAL WORK
The study of social work is one of the most exciting and important fields of
inquiry and practice within the people sciences. A historic and defining
feature of the social work profession is its focus on individual well-being
within a social context coupled with a keen interest in the well-being of
society as a whole. Particular attention is given to the needs and
empowerment of people who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in
poverty. Fundamental to social work is its emphasis on environmental
forces that create, contribute to, as well as ameliorate problems of human
existence.
The Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSW) prepares students for
entry-level social work generalist baccalaureate practice. The BSW is the
foundation degree for social work careers in mental health, child welfare,
health care, public welfare, schools, family service, developmental
disabilities, service to the aged, industry, business and labor, and criminal
justice. The degree is designed to also prepare students for informed
community participation in social welfare issues. The BSW is the preferred
preparation for the terminal graduate practice degree, the Masters of Social
Work, (MSW). Job opportunities in the social work field are projected to
grow at an above average rate during the near future.
The program makes available a number of experiences, both curricular
and extracurricular, to enrich its students' academic experience. Multiple
volunteer opportunities deepen understanding and compassion. A number
of field experiences enhance commitment and skill building. National and
international study tours are available to engender cross-cultural and global
perspectives (see below). The center piece of the applied dimension of the
curriculum is the 400 hour FIELD PRACTICUM in which each student
participates in "real life" experience while being supervised by a seasoned
and credentialed professional social worker.
Extracurricular opportunities include membership in the National
Association of Social Workers and the Phi Alpha Honor Society. Social
Work Month is celebrated each March. The Edward Lamb Community
Scholarship Fund provides opportunity to develop fund raising skills,
socialization for social service commitment, and monies for the educational
expenses of exemplary students.
PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY BOARD AGENCIES
Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute
UT College of Medicine, Family Practice Unit
Chattanooga State Technical Community College
Chattanooga Headstart/Early Headstart
Family & Children's Services
Hamilton County Juvenile Court
TC Thompson Children's Hospital
Martin-Boyd Christian Home (Assisted Living)
Chattanooga CARES AIDS Resource Center
Alexian Brothers Community Services PACE Program
Clinical Social Work Private Practice Community
STUDENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
This committee is made up of two elected students from each class,
freshman through senior, and two students elected at large. This committee
provides a formalized student voice concerning any aspect of the social work
program (see Student Handbook).
SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM POLICIES
Students who are admitted to the social work program are considered
adequately mature to realize the importance of accepting personal
responsibility for their learning and professional behavior.
The social work program Student Handbook outlines the policies of the
program. Each student accepted into the program is responsible to become
acquainted with and to abide by these policies.
Transportation for volunteer and practicum experiences is not provided by
the program. Students will be expected to provide their own transportation
and make arrangements to share this expense with fellow students
participating in the same experiences.
The social work program reserves the right to deny admission to and to
remove students from the social work program who have an unresolved
felony on record in any state and who have records of misconduct, legal and
otherwise, that would jeopardize their professional performance.
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The social work program reserves the right to revise, add, and withdraw
policies and/or courses as necessary to ensure a quality social work
program.
ACCREDITATION
The social work program is accredited with the Council on Social Work
Education.
ADMISSION PROCEDURES
Admission to Southern Adventist University does not automatically enroll
the student in the social work program. Declaration as a social work major
is not equivalent of acceptance to the program. The final decision on
acceptance and continuation in the program is made by the program
Admissions and Progressions Committee.
During the second semester of the freshmen year the student is to
complete an
autobiography
and a written
essay on a
specific social
issue.
During the first semester of the sophomore year the student is to file a
formal application to the social work program (refer to the Student Handbook
for specifics). Application forms may be obtained from the office manager in
the program office. Minimum requirements for admission to the program
and upper division courses are listed below:
1 . Acceptance to Southern Adventist University.
2. Completion of application form, autobiographical statement, and a
writing sample on specific social policy.
3. Submission of a current unofficial transcript.
4. Have an overall grade point average of 2.50 or higher (exceptions
may be made for persons who do not meet the grade point average
requirements if they are strong candidates on the basis of other
criteria). Have completed SOCW 211: Introduction to Social Work
and/or SOCW 212: Social Welfare as an Institution with a grade of C
or higher.
5. Show evidence of physical, mental, and moral fitness. Further
references may be required regarding character, attitude, and coping
ability in case of a question in this area.
6 . Students whose native language is not
English must achieve at least 550 on the
Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL) .
7 . Have taken the Taylor- Johnson Temperament
Analysis Test. The student is to make
arrangements with the University
Counseling and Testing Center to take this
test .
8 . Completion of a successful interview with
the Admissions and Progressions Committee.
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The Committee reviews the application
material, conducts the interview, and makes a
decision concerning the application.
Applicants are notified of the Committee's
decision by a letter from the program director.
An applicant denied admission to the social
work program may appeal the denial decision in
person and/or in writing to the Admission and
Progressions Committee. If this process is
unsatisfactory to the student, the University
appeals process described in this catalog may
be followed.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
Students intending to major in social work
who are attending other colleges or
universities, or who are transferring from
another major at Southern Adventist University,
will be expected to apply for admission to the
Social Work Program by April 1 of their sophomore
year. IN ORDER TO STAY ON SCHEDULE WITH THE
SEQUENCE OF SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM COURSES, AN
INTRODUCTORY SOCIAL WELFARE/SOCIAL WORK COURSE,
INCLUDING 4 HOURS OF DOCUMENTED VOLUNTEER
EXPERIENCE, MUST BE TAKEN BEFORE ENTERING THE
SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM.
Those applying to the social work major after
their sophomore year will be considered on a
case by case basis. If the introductory course
has not been completed, it is taken the first
semester after declaring social work as a major.
This will delay admission consideration until
the following semester and may result in
graduation taking more than four years.
The social work program seeks to maintain a
heterogenous student body by enrolling students
who represent diverse backgrounds and cultural
perspectives .
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FIELD PRACTICUM
The social work field practicum is designed
to provide students with a chance to put into
practice the theories and skills they have
learned in the classroom. The practice of
social work is a combination of theory and
interpersonal skills with the field practicum
a key component of the educational process.
The focus of the field practicum is on the
interactional process between student worker
and client system (s) and the testing and use
of specific interventions; students have the
opportunity to connect the theory and knowledge
with actual practice experience. This
experience is essential to developing the entry
level helping skills required of all
undergraduate social work professionals. The
nature of the field practicum is
practice-oriented, builds on skills and
theories learned in cognate social work classes,
and involves direct contact and intervention
with individuals, families, and groups; only
social work majors may take the field practicum
and must have met the required prerequisites.
The field practicum experience is eight (8)
credit hours which are taken concurrently with
the Integrative Field Seminar.
ASSESSMENT
The social work program maintains a
comprehensive assessment policy. In order to
provide for evaluation of the program and
monitoring teaching effectiveness, as well as
measuring the achievements of graduates, all
seniors are required to:
1 . Take a standardized social work achievement
test (PACAT) in the winter semester of the
senior year.
2 . Successfully complete both the oral and
written sections of the Senior Exit Exam.
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3 . Present a report on a piece of original
research they have designed in the research
classes and completed during the field
practicum. This report will be part of the
Senior Seminar and Field Practicum
Integrative Seminar.
Program effectiveness will be assessed by-
combining the results of the above cumulative
evaluations. An ongoing analysis of courses
and course content required for majors is made
by the social work faculty to assure that the
curriculum meets the objectives of the program
and the standards of the national accrediting
body, the Council on Social Work Education.
FAMILY STUDIES
The Family Studies degree is
interdisciplinary in nature and combines
various dimensions of the social sciences along
with a strong liberal arts foundation to gain
an understanding of individuals and families.
The major is for those students wishing to
prepare for graduate study in community and/or
family counseling, law, personnel work,
sociology of the family, or family life
education.
ASSESSMENT
To help the graduates in Family Studies
evaluate their academic progress and to aid the
department in evaluating teaching
effectiveness, each senior is required to:
1 . Take an oral exam during the fall semester
of the senior year that will be based on
selected course work.
2 . Present a research paper or family life case
material to the departmental faculty.
Information gained from the above
assessments is used to evaluate
departmental programs, but it will not
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affect graduation eligibility.
DEPARTMENT STUDY TOURS
The Social Work and Family Studies Department
sponsors a study tour to New York City yearly
during Thanksgiving vacation and a study tour
to Europe every other summer. The objectives
of these tours are to facilitate a better
understanding of peoples and cultures and to
enable the participants to work with people more
effectively. Academic credit is given for
these tours and each requires classroom time
(see SOCI, SOCW 296/496) .
Major— B.S. Family Studies (46 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
Required Coqnates Hours
PSYC124
Intro to Psychology
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
PSYC 128
Developmental Psych
3
OR ' 3
PSYC 297
Research Design & Stat I (W)3
COMM 136
nterpersonal Com
PSYC 315
Abnormal Psychology
3
Area E-1, Biology 3
PSYC 497
Research Design & Stat II (W):
SOCI 125
Intro to Sociology
3
Select one of the following
SOCI 150
Cultural Anthropology
3
CPTE course:
SOCI 201
Parenting
3
CPTE105
Intro to Word Processing
SOCI 223
Marriage and the Family
2
OR
SOCI 233
Human Sexuality
3
CPTE 106
Intro to Spreadsheets 1
SOCI 245
Appalachian Studies
2
OR
SOCI 349
Aging and Society fW)
3
CPTE107
Intro to Database
SOCI 360
Family Life Education
3
SOCI 365
Family Relations
3
EDUC 250
Technology in Education 2
SOCI 491
Family Studies Practicum
3
RELT 368
World Religions (W) 3
SOCW 211
Intro to Social Work
3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Family Studies
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ENGL 101 College Composition
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
SOCI 125 Intro to Sociology
3
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology
3
Area B, Religion
3
PSYC 128
Developmental Psych
3
Area C/D
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
Area G-1
3
OR
3
15
COMM 136
Interpersonal Com
Area E-1, Biology
Area G-1, Rec Skills
3
1
16
Major— B.S.W., Social Work (45 hours)
Required Courses
PSYC 297 Research Design & Stat I (W)
PSYC 497 Research Design & Stat II (W)
SOCW 211 Intro to Social W ork
SOCW 212 Social Welfare as Inst
SOCW 213 Interviewing Skills
SOCW 214 Human Behavior/Biological Fdn
SOCW 311 Human Behav & Social Envir
SOCW 312 Human Behav & Social Envir II
Hours
Required Coqnates
Hours
3
BIOL 103
Principles of Biology
3
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
3
CPTE 105
Intro to Word Processing
1
3
CPTE 106
Intro to Spreadsheets
1
3
CPTE 107
Intro to Database
1
n. 1
ECON213
Survey of Economics
3
OR
3
PLSC 254
American Natl & State Govt
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SOCW314 Social Work Practice I (W) 3 PSYC 124 Intro to Psychology 3
SOCW315 Social Work Practice II (W) 3 RELT 368 World Religions (W) 3
SOCW318 Social Work Practice Skills Lab 1 SOCI 125 Intro to Sociology 3
SOCW433 Social Work Practice III 3
SOCW 434 Social Welfare Issues 3
SOCW 435 Social Work Practicum I 4
SOCW 436 Social Work Practicum II 4
SOCW 441 Integrative Seminar I 1
SOCW 442 Integrative Seminar II 1
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S.W., Social Work
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
CPTE105
Intro to Word Processing
1
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
CPTE 106
Intro to Spreadsheets
1
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
CPTE107
Intro to Database
1
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology
3
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
SOCI 125
Intro to Sociology
3
SOCW 211
Intro to Social Work
3
SOCW 212
Social Welfare as an
Institutioi
n 3
Area B, Religion
3
Electives
3
Electives
4
16
16
Required C
ourses
Hours
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology
3
SOCI 125
Intro to Sociology
3
SOCW 211
Intro to Social W ork
3
"Electives (6 UD)
9
Minor — Behavioral Science (18 hours) Minor — Sociology (18
Hours)
Required Courses Hours
SOCI 125 Intro to Sociology 3
SOCI 150 Cultural Anthropology 3
Sociology Electives (6 UD) 12
*An additional nine hours selected from any Social Work and Family Studies areas with a minimum of six hours of upper
division Social Work and Family Studies classes.
Minor — Family Studies (19 hours)
Required Courses Hours Select 8 hours from following : Hours
SOCI 201 Parenting 3 PSYC 128 Developmental Psych 3
SOCI 223 Marriage and Family 2 SOCI 349 Aging and Society 3
SOCI 233 Human Sexuality 3 SOCI 360 Family Life Education 3
SOCI 365 Family Relations 3 PSYC 367 Adolescent Psychology 3
PSYC 479 Family Counseling 3
SOCIOLOGY
SOCI 125. Introduction to Sociology (F-1) 3 hours
An objective approach to the analysis and understanding of the social world.
Consideration is given to the dynamic nature of American society and social institutions.
Emphasis is placed on the study of social groups including the family, its history and
current place in society. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
SOCI 150. Cultural Anthropology (F-1) 3 hours
A study of culture and cultural variation. The contemporary beliefs, values, institutions,
and material dimensions of people in North America are contrasted with those of people
living in other regions of the world today and in the past. (Fall)
SOCI 201. Parenting (F-2) 3 hours
A study of the family system in preparation for parenthood and the dynamics of
parent-child interaction. Attention is given to family planning, the childbirth experience,
child development, techniques for developing close relationships and communication
between parent and child, understanding and relating to children's individuality,
common child rearing problems, and methods of modifying behavior. A lab fee will be
assessed. (Winter)
SOCI 223. Marriage and the Family (F-2) 2 hours
A course in intimate human relationships, including the place of the family in society
and a Christ-centered approach to marital and familial issues.
Work and Family Studies 265
SOCI 224. Social Psychology (F-1) 3 hours
See PSYC 224 for course description.
SOCI 230. Multicultural Relations 3 hours
A study of interactional patterns among diverse human groups. Consideration is given
to the theoretical bases of inter-group relations and to class activities which promote
awareness and understanding. A lab fee may be assessed to cover the expenses of
off-campus field trips. (Winter)
SOCI 233. Human Sexuality (F-1 or F-2) 3 hours
A study of human sexual behavior, relationships, and values as reflected in the
Christian cultural setting. (Winter)
SOCI 245. Appalachian Studies 2 hours
The purpose of this course is to provide a general knowledge of Appalachian culture.
Study will be given to current and past characteristics of the region. Lifestyles,
subcultures, legends, myths, and stereotypes will be studied. A lab fee may be
assessed to cover expenses of off-campus field trips. (Winter)
SOCI 249. Death and Dying 2 hours
This course offers a unique and important perspective about cultural differences in
death and dying. Personal attitudes and beliefs related to loss, dying, death, and
bereavement will be explored. Cultural beliefs, rituals, and bereavement support
strategies that may influence attitudes towards death and dying for a variety of ethnic
groups are examined. A lab fee may be assessed. (Winter)
SOCI 349. Aging and Society (F-1) (W) 3 hours
This course is cross-listed with PSYC 349 and SOCW 349. A student may
receive credit for this course from only one program.
The course emphasizes the reciprocal impact of societal attitudes on the process of
aging and the increasing influence of "mature citizens" in contemporary society.
Historical, demographic, and future trends are explored. A balance between the
theoretical and the applied is sought. A lab fee may be assessed to cover the
expenses of off-campus field trips. (Fall, Summer)
SOCI 356. Natives and Strangers (F-1) (W) 3 hours
See HIST 356 for course description.
SOCI 360. Family Life Education 3 hours
A study of existing family life education programs, including computer generated
resources. Focus is also given to the design and development of original family life
education materials. (Fall)
SOCI 365. Family Relations (F-2) 3 hours
A sociological analysis of family structures and functions. Attention will be given to
courtship, family organization and interaction, family disorganization and reorganization,
and the post-parental family. Emphasis will be given to findings of recent family studies.
(Winter)
SOCI 374. Criminology (F-1) 3 hours
This course emphasizes the scientific study of crime as a social phenomenon, of
criminals, and of penal treatment. The relationship of law and crime to other trends in
the social order. Research in prevention and treatment of crime. (Fall, odd years)
SOCI 265/465. Topics in Sociology 1-3 hours
Study of special topics pertinent to the field of sociology. Content will vary among
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various topics, based on the interests or needs of students and the department. This
course may be repeated for credit.
SOCI491. Family Studies Practicum 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: SOCI 360
Supervised volunteer/work experience in related fields of family studies. At least 50
clock hours of work experience are required for each semester hour of credit. May be
repeated for credit for up to 3 hours. Grades will be assigned on an A, B, or F basis.
SOCI 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: SOCI 125 or permission of the instructor.
Study of special topics pertinent to the area of sociology and family studies. Open to
qualified students who want to follow a program in independent study. This course can
be repeated for credit for a total of not more than three hours credit.
SOCI 296/496. Study Tour (F-1 ) 1 -6 hours
The Social Work and Family Studies Department sponsors a study tour to New York
City yearly during Thanksgiving vacation and a study tour to Europe every other
summer. The objectives of these tours are to facilitate a better understanding of
peoples and cultures and to enable the participants to work with people more
effectively. The fall trip to New York City focuses on ethnicity, social problems, urban
change, and social agencies (1 or 2 hours). The European tour focuses on a
comparison of cultures, current issues, and social policies (6 hours). Fees are
assessed to cover the expenses of each tour.
SOCIAL WORK
SOCW 101. Orientation to College (G-1) 3 hours
Course material will focus on academic skills, time management, career choice,
relationships with peers and professors, and sources of assistance to resolve problems.
SOCW 211. Introduction to Social Work (F-1 ) 3 hours
An introduction to the profession of social work, its historical roots, its values, and its
fields of practice. A lab fee may be assessed to cover the expenses of off-campus field
trips. (Fall)
SOCW 212. Social Welfare as an Institution (F-1) 3 hours
Social welfare systems are viewed from both historical and philosophical perspectives.
The role of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in meeting human need is also
examined. A lab fee may be assessed to cover the expenses of off-campus field trips.
(Winter)
SOCW 213. Interviewing Skills 3 hours
Focuses on the development of interviewing and communication skills. Course is
experientially based. A lab fee will be assessed. (Winter)
SOCW 214. Human Behavior/Biological Foundations 1 hour
Co-requisite: BIOL 1 03; SOCW 311.
This computer based course is designed to provide foundation knowledge of human
biological systems. Must be taken concurrently with SOCW 31 1 , Human Behavior and
the Social Environment I. (Fall)
SOCW 230. Multicultural Relations (F-1) 3 hours
See SOCI 230 for course description.
SOCW 233. Human Sexuality (F-1 or F-2) 3 hours
See SOCI 233 for course description.
SOCW 311. Human Behavior and the Social Environment I 3 hours
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Prerequisites: SOCI 1 25; PSYC 1 24; SOCW 21 1 .
Corequisites: BIOL 103; SOCW 214, 314.
This first of a two course HBSE sequence is a study of the interaction between human
behavior and the social environment from birth through adolescence and young
adulthood. Relevant concepts from the behavioral sciences will be reviewed to provide
students with a holistic view of human behavior. Includes such topics as systems
theory, person-in-environment concepts, developmental tasks, diversity,
populations-at-risk, the impact of racism and ethnocentrism, and assessment. The
course will follow a life cycle model from a systems perspective. A lab fee may be
assessed to cover the expenses of off-campus field trips. (Fall)
SOCW 312. Human Behavior and the Social Environment II 3 hours
Prerequisite: SOCW 311.
The second of a two course HBSE sequence is a study of the interaction between
human behavior and the social environment from middle through later adulthood.
Relevant concepts from the behavioral sciences will be reviewed to provide students
with a holistic view of human behavior. Includes such topics as systems theory,
person-in-environment concepts, developmental tasks, diversity, populations-at-risk,
the impact of racism, ethnocentrism, and assessment. The course will follow a life
cycle model from a systems perspective. A lab fee may be assessed to cover the
expenses of off-campus field trips. (Winter)
SOCW 314. Social Work Practice I (W) 3 hours
Prerequisites: SOCW 211,212,213; Co-requisites: BIOL 1 03 ; SOCW 31 8.
Provides students with theoretical framework for generalist social work practice. Topics
include the establishment of relationship, assessment, contracts, intervention, utilization
of resources, social work values and ethics. Work with individuals and families,
primarily the micro dimension of social work practice, is emphasized in this first
semester of a three-semester practice sequence. Social Work practice courses can
only be taken by non-social work majors if ALL prerequisites have been completed.
A lab fee may be assessed to cover the expenses of off-campus field trips. (Fall)
SOCW 315. Social Work Practice II (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: SOCW 314; Co-requisite: SOCW 318
A continuation of SOCW 310. The primary focus is on working with small groups and
families, the mezzo dimension of social work practice, in this second semester of a
three-semester practice sequence. Social Work practice courses can only be taken by
non-social work majors if ALL prerequisites have been completed. A lab fee may be
assessed to cover the expenses of off-campus field trips. (Winter)
SOCW 318. Social Work Practice Skills Lab 1 hours
Co-requisite: SOCW 314.
This skills lab provides students with direct field work experiences in social services
agencies in the greater Chattanooga community. These field work experiences
include application of assessment, intervention, and individual/family and group
counseling skills. This class is to be taken concurrently with SOCW 314.
SOCW 325. Child Welfare 2 hours
This course provides a basic knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and social
service programs which support and strengthen at-risk families. Specific interventions
related to working with at-risk families and children in the areas of child abuse and
neglect, medical neglect, and adolescent issues will be explored. Students have the
opportunity to develop basic assessment and intervention skills for working with this
population. A lab fee may be assessed to cover the expenses of off-campus
field trips. (Fall)
SOCW 349. Aging and Society (W) 3 hours
See SOCI 349 for course description.
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SOCW 433. Social Work Practice III 3 hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 297. Co-requisite: PSYC 497.
In this third of a three-semester practice sequence, the primary emphasis is on
community practice, the macro dimension of social work practice. A lab fee may be
assessed to cover the expenses of off-campus field trips. Social Work practice
courses can only be taken by non-social work majors if ALL prerequisites have been
completed. A lab fee may be assessed to cover the expenses of off-campus field trips.
(Winter)
SOCW 434. Social Welfare Issues and Policies 3 hours
Prerequisite: SOCW 212. Co-requisite: PSYC 297
A study of contemporary issues and policies that influence the delivery of social
services. Course requirements include a comprehensive policy analysis of a specific
social policy, lobbying efforts with local elected officials, and interactions with
community residents and stakeholders.
SOCW 435. Social Work Practicum I 4 hours
Prerequisite: SOCW 315; Co-requisite: PSYC 297
This course provides opportunity for students to apply practice theory to develop skills
for generalists social work practice. Through participation in the social service delivery
system, the student becomes familiar with agency structures, functions, and programs.
A minimum of 200 clock hours will be spent working in an agency setting for each four
hours of course work. Social Work practicum courses can be taken ONLY by social
work majors.
SOCW 436. Social Work Practicum II 4 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 297; SOCW 435. Co-requisite: PSYC 497.
This course builds on the experiences of the first semester practicum and progresses to
more difficult and varied tasks. Social Work practicum courses can be taken ONLY by
social work majors.
SOCW 441. Integrative Seminar I 1 hour
Prerequisite: SOCW 31 5. Co-requisites: SOCW 433, 435; PSYC 297.
Integrative Seminar I is the companion course to be taken in conjunction with the
Practicum I field-based course. This course is designed to provide a forum for
providing mutual support, discussing and completing departmental assignments,
exploring on-going practice concerns in the field practicum, and creating an arena in
which peer learning takes place. Thus, it provides a vital link between the theoretical
knowledge, skills, and values derived from the social work course work and the practice
realities of the field practicum.
SOCW 442. Integrative Seminar II 1 hour
Prerequisite: SOCW 441 . Co-requisites: SOCW 433, 436; PSYC 497.
Integrative Seminar II is the companion course to be taken in conjunction with the
Practicum II field-based course. It builds on the base provided by Integrative Seminar
I. It provides the same forum for mutual support, discussing and completing
departmental assignments, exploring ongoing practice concerns from the field
practicum, and creates an arena in which peer learning takes place. This course
creates this same atmosphere, but explores the same areas in more depth. An
additional major emphasis in this second course is social work record keeping and
agency based research.
SOCW 265/465. Topics in Social Work (F-1 ) 1 -3 hours
Study of special topics pertinent to the field of social work. Content will vary among
various topics based on the interests or needs of students and the department. This
course may be repeated for credit. A lab fee may be assessed to cover the expenses
of off-campus field trips.
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SOCW 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: SOCW 21 2.
A study of special topics pertinent to the field of social work. Content will vary among
such topics as child welfare, income maintenance, values and ethics of social work
practice, etc. The selected topic is pursued for the entire semester. This course can be
repeated for credit for a total of not more than three hours credit.
SOCW 296/496. Study Tour (F-1 ) 1 -6 hours
The Social Work and Family Studies Department sponsors a study tour to New York
City yearly during Thanksgiving vacation and a study tour to Europe every other
summer. The objectives of these tours are to facilitate a better understanding of
peoples and cultures and to enable the participants to work with people more
effectively. The fall trip to New York City focuses on ethnicity, social problems, urban
change, and social agencies (1 or 2 hours). The European tour focuses on a
comparison of cultures, current issues, and social policies (6 hours). Fees are
assessed to cover the expenses of each tour.
SOCW 497. Research Methods (W) 3 hours
Prerequisite: MATH 215.
An introduction to common research design and methodology. Descriptive and
relational designs are examined. A semester research proposal and completed project
is expected of each student.
(F-1) (F-2) (G-1) (W) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general education
requirements.
Technology
Chair: Dale Walters
Adjunct Faculty: John Durichek, Ron Smith
Professional Advisory Board: The Advisory Board serves in a consultancy
capacity and assists in referrals for practicum.
Don Britton, Owner, Don Britton Transmission
J. B. Underwood, Owner, Collegedale Central Exxon
Grady Yeargen, Owner, Douglas Engines
The Technology Department offers courses which provide opportunity to
balance learning with practical experience in the areas of woods, metals,
printing, drafting, and auto service. Objectives of these classes are:
1 . To develop practical skills which will be useful throughout life as
professional enhancement as well as hobby and recreational activities.
2. To introduce the student to opportunities in technical and service
occupations.
3. To provide background for entrance into specialized technical and
professional degree programs and occupations.
4. To help the student learn to meet the challenges of daily living by providing
"hands-on" experiences with elements of the environment.
5. To provide opportunity for the student to develop tactile learning skills.
6. To assist the student in growing toward his potential by providing classroom
and lab experiences that nurture creativity.
ASSESSMENT
All automotive technology students will be given the NIASE (National
Institute of Automotive Service Excellence) certification exams as specified
by the department. Students who pass the exams become eligible for ASE
certification after two years of experience following their training. Students
completing the two year degree will have one year of the two years of
experience required for certification completed.
Major — A.T. Auto Service (37 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
TECH 114 Oxy-Acetylene Welding 1
Arc Welding 2
Auto Electrical Systems 2
TECH 115
TECH 166
TECH 167
TECH 264
TECH 291
TECH 168
Suspension, Steering, Alignments
Automotive Repair 3
Practicum 3
Man Drive Train, Axles, Brakes 3
TECH 175/375 Engine Rebuilding&Machining 4
TECH 178 Heating and Air Conditioning 2
TECH 230 Automatic Transmission 3
TECH 273 Estimating and Diagnosis 1
TECH 276/377 Engine Perform & Computers 3
TECH 277 Engine Fuel&Emission Controls 4
TECH 299 Advanced Engine Performance 3
Required Cognates
ACCT103 College Accounting
BUAD126 Intro to Business
MGNT 371 Princ of Entrepreneurship
MGNT372 Entrpreneurial & Small
Business Management
Hours
3
3
3
General Education Hours
AREA A ENGL 101; MATH 103 or Higher; COMM 135; CPTE 105-107 12
AREA B Religion 3
AREA F Behavioral, Family, Health Sciences 2
AREAG PEAC225 1
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Associate in Auto Service
The auto service technician program is designed to train the student to
repair late model automobiles. The student is trained to provide repair
services in transmission, transaxles, drivetrain/axles, heat/air-conditioning,
ignitions, fuel systems, and computerized automobiles. Students will be
working on projects in a live operating repair shop environment. By the end
of the second year the student will have completed over 1,124 hours of
instruction and lab experience. They will have developed skills in the
following areas:
> Major engine repair
> Driveability diagnosis and computer systems repair
> Alignments and chassis repair
> Manual and automatic transmissions
> Brakes and drivetrain
> Heating and air conditioning
> Electrical repair
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
A.T. - Auto Service
1st Semester
ACCT 103
ENGL 101
TECH 115
TECH 166
TECH 264
CPTE105/06/07WP,
Hours
3
3
2
2
3
Spreadsheets, Database 3
16
College Accounting
College Composition
Arc Welding
Auto Electrical Systems
Automotive Repair
2nd Semester Hours
BUAD126 Intro to Business
MATH 1 03 Survey of Math 3
TECH 114 Oxy-Acetylene Welding 1
TECH 175 Engine Rebuilding&Machining4
TECH 276 Engine Perform & Computers 3
TECH 230 Automatic Transmission 3
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Minor — Auto Service (18 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
TECH 115 Arc Welding 2
TECH 166 Auto Electrical Systems 2
TECH 264 Automotive Repair 3
TECH 175/375 Engine Rebuilding&Mach 4
TECH 276/377 Engine Perform & Computers 3
Auto Service Elective 4
(Six [6] hrs must be UD)
Minor — Technology (18 Hours)
Twelve (12) hours lower division Technology
classes
Six [6] hours upper division Technology classes
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Auto Service Technician (32 Hours)
A one year certificate will be awarded for completing the technical classes
of the associate program listed below plus one religion class.
Required Courses
TECH 114 Oxy-Acetylene Welding 1
TECH 115 Arc Welding 2
TECH 166 Auto Electrical Systems 2
TECH 167 Suspension, Steering, Alignment 3
TECH 168 Man Drive Train, Axles, Brakes 3
TECH 175 Engine Rebuilding & Machining 4
TECH 276 Engine Perform & Computers 3
Hours Required Courses, continued Hours
TECH 277 Engine Fuel & Emission Control 4
TECH 178 Heating & Air Conditioning 2
TECH 264 Automotive Repair 3
Auto Service Elective 2
RELT or RELB ### 3
Students will be encouraged to purchase a basic set of tools
employers require employees to provide their own air and hand tools.
as
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TECH 114. Oxy-Acetylene Welding 1 hour
Gas welding and brazing of sheet metal in preparation for typical body shop welding
jobs. Personal goggles required. Certain specialized welding processes will be taught,
such as tig, cast iron, or others to be arranged on an individual basis. A lab fee of $10 is
charged. (Winter)
TECH 115. Arc Welding 2 hours
A class designed to give basic understanding of arc welding processes. Emphasis will
be given to MIG, TIG, Heliarc, as well as conventional stick welding. Each student must
purchase safety glasses and welding gloves. A lab fee of $1 5 is charged. (Fall)
TECH 145. Introduction to Graphic Arts (G-1) 3 hours
Special emphasis is given to offset methods of copy preparation, camera techniques,
platemaking, screen printing, and press work. Experience is offered in personal
computer desktop publishing. Skills learned are applicable for personal and business
communications. A supplies fee will be charged for projects produced in class. Average
cost of projects approximately $75. (Winter)
TECH 149. Introduction to Mechanical Drawing
andCADD(G-l) 3 hours
A basic course in drafting, training the student in the use of instruments and the
principles of orthographic projection, surface development, sectioning, pictorial
representation, and dimensioned working drawings. Six periods of laboratory each
week. Lecture as announced by the instructor. Instruments cost approximately $75.
(Fall)
TECH 151. Introduction to Architectural Drafting
and CADD 3 hours
An introduction to skills and basic knowledge of architectural drafting. Emphasis is on
lettering, orthographic projection, parallel line pictorial drawings, shades and shadows,
and perspective drawing. Instruments cost approximately $60. Open to all students.
TECH 154. Woodworking (G-1) 3 hours
A study of hand and machine tools, joinery, and proper methods of furniture
construction. One period lecture, six periods laboratory each week. A supplies fee will
be charged for the cost of the materials used in project construction. Generally, the
costs have not exceeded $225.
TECH 164. Automotive Maintenance (G-1) 2 hours
A course designed to help the car owner become knowledgeable in the matters of
buying, servicing, and maintaining the auto. The student will work on his own car or on
one belonging to the shop. One period lecture and three periods laboratory each week.
(Fall)
TECH 166. Auto Electrical Systems 2 hours
A course designed to give a basic understanding of automotive electrical systems.
Basic electrical principles and trouble shooting techniques will be taught. Emphasis will
be given to lighting, charging, starting and accessory systems. One period lecture, three
periods lab per week. (Fall)
TECH 167. Suspension, Steering and Alignment 3 hours
A course designed to give understanding of automotive suspension and steering
systems. Chassis service, repair, and trouble shooting will be taught. Alignment of both
two and four wheel alignment systems will be taught. One and a half period lecture and
four and a half labs per week.
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TECH 168. Manual Drive Train, Axles and Brakes 3 hours
A study of manual drive train operation, diagnosis and repair, clutches, manual
transmissions and transaxles. Brake system operation and repair of both conventional
and ABS brake systems will be taught.
TECH 175/375. Engine Rebuilding and Machining 4 hours
A course designed to acquaint the student with major engine diagnosis, decision making
and overhaul procedures. Machining and measuring processes related to engine
rebuilding will be taught. Each student will be required to rebuild an engine and do
engine machine work. Two periods lecture, six periods of lab per week.
TECH 178. Heating and Air Conditioning 2 hours
A course designed to teach the principles of heating and air conditioning systems.
Emphasis will be given to service and trouble shooting of manual and automatic heating
systems of late model cars. One period lecture, three periods lab per week. (Winter,
alternate years)
TECH 183. Basic Electronics 3 hours
An introductory course to the properties of electricity/electronics as they pertain to AC
and DC electrical circuits and devices such as diodes, transistors and integrated
circuits. Intended to introduce the beginning student to the field of electronics. Two
three-hour lecture/labs each week.
TECH 230. Automatic Transmission 3 hours
A course designed to give understanding of automatic transmissions, transaxle overhaul
and troubleshooting. Transmission removal, installation, rebuilding, and service will be
taught. One hour lecture and five hours lab time per week. (Winter, alternate years)
TECH 254/354. Furniture Design and Construction 3 hours
Prerequisite: TECH 154.
Emphasis will be placed on the design and techniques necessary to construct a quality
piece of furniture. Two-three hour lecture/lab each week. A supplies fee will be
charged for the cost of the materials used in project construction.
TECH 264. Automotive Repair (G-1) 3 hours
A course designed to give basic understanding of the automobile. Main emphasis is
given to power plant and drive train design, operation and service. One period lecture
and three periods laboratory each week. All lab learning experience is on actual cars
either from the community or personal vehicles.
TECH 273. Estimating and Diagnosis 1 hour
Prerequisite: Minimum of 25 hours of Auto courses.
A course in estimate writing and customer relations as well as diagnostics training.
Training in how to use an estimated labor time guide as well as parts purchasing will be
included.
TECH 276/377. Engine Performance and Computers 3 hours
Electronic and computerized ignition systems operating theory will be emphasized. Each
student will be taught driveability diagnosis and trouble shooting techniques for
electronic and computerized systems. Hands on diagnosis practice using diagnostic
equipment on live vehicles will be given.
TECH 277. Engine Fuel and Emission Controls 4 hours
Both carburetor and fuel injection operation theory, and standard and electronic
carburetion systems theory will be covered. Fuel injection diagnosis and repair as well
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as carburetor overhaul procedures will be taught. Emission control operation as well as
trouble shooting and service procedures will be taught.
TECH 291. Practicum 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Departmental approval and completion of 27 semester hours of
Technology classes.
Supervised work experience in Auto Body or Auto Service. Procedures and guidelines
are available from the department.
TECH 299. Advanced Engine Performance 3 hours
Prerequisite: TECH 276 or equivalent.
A course in advanced electronic and computerized engine control system theory and
diagnostics. On board
diagnostics II on 1995 and
later vehicles will be taught.
Lab experience will include
scan tool and lab scope
usage in diagnosing OBDII
systems.
TECH 376. Automation and Robotics 4 hours
See CPTE 376 for course description.
TECH 265/465. Topics in Technology 1-3 hours
Topics selected from areas of technology not covered in other courses. May be
repeated with permission.
TECH 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
The study of a specific problem in the field of Technology. A written report of the
problem may be required by the supervising instructor. Open only to those earning a
minor in Technology. Offered on demand.
(G-1) See pages 27-32 for explanation of general education requirements.
School of
Visual Art and Design
Dean: Wayne Hazen
Faculty: Randall Craven, David George, Zachary Gray, Frank Mirande,
Maria Roybal-Hazen, Dean Scott, John Williams
Adjunct Faculty: Colin Brady, John Cline, Brian Dunne, Douglas Lively,
Jonathan Row
Basic to the philosophy of the School of Visual Art and Design is the
provision for the quality of environment most conducive to spiritual, aesthetic,
and technical growth. The instructors desire to help all students become
aware of their options in the field of art and to prepare them systematically to
meet the needs of their respective choices, whether they are oriented
commercially or aesthetically.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Design prepares the student
in the majors of graphic design, animation and technical direction. The
growing fields in visual arts production offer opportunities for the Christian
artist hardly ventured into up to this point in video and film.
One of the goals of the School of Visual Art and Design is to create an
environment where Christian young people can learn the art of film making.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Film Production is designed to meet this
need. Resources include DV, Betacam, and 16mm acquisition devices, as
well as extensive lighting, grip, and post production facilities.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is designed to prepare the fine artist to
enter graduate school with a strong background in art history and painting.
Students also have the opportunity to focus in Art History to prepare for
leadership in community council for the arts, museums, and galleries.
Art Therapy, a pre-professional program, prepares the art student for a
post-graduate degree designed to focus on the helping relationship.
ASSESSMENT
Students in the School of Visual Art and Design will keep a portfolio of
their work from their freshman year onward. This portfolio is reviewed on a
yearly basis by the school's faculty. Recommendations are made, on the
basis of these reviews, to aid in the student advisement. The effectiveness
of the school is determined by the reviews of senior portfolios by visiting
faculty from selected art schools and by visiting professionals in the
respective fields. Due to the nature of art and the required talent
and discipline for success in the field, a grade average of 85%(B) is required
as a prerequisite for any internship or practicum. Also, due to the difficulty
of the classes we strongly recommend that students achieve a grade of 85%
before going on to the next class in a sequence.
Major— B. A. Art (31 Hours)
Required Courses Hours Select 2 of the following: Hours
ART104 Drawing I 3 ART318 Art Appreciation (W) 3
ART 105 Drawing II 3 ART 342 Renaissance Art History (W) 3
ART 109 Design Principles I 3 ART 344 Ancient Art History (W) 3
ART 499 Senior Project 1 ART 345 Contemporary Art (W) 3
Art Electives (incl 7 hrs UD) 15 ART 349 Medieval Art History (W) 3
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Required Cognate :
COMM135 Intro to Public Speaking
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Art
1st Semester
ART 104 Drawing I
ENGL 101 College Composition
Art Electives
Inter Foreign Language
Area B, Religion
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
3
ART 105
Drawing II
3
3
3
3
ART 109
ENGL 102
PEAC 225
Design Principles I
College Composition
Fitness for Life
3
3
1
3
15
Inter Foreign Language
AreaC-1, History
3
3
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Major — B.A. Art-Therapy Emphasis (31 Hours)
This emphasis is intended for those students who plan to enter a
graduate program in art therapy. The program endeavors to focus the
pre-art therapy student on learning to appreciate art and understand the
creative process while developing artistic skills in studio art through the
elaboration of a portfolio of original artwork. A basic knowledge of human
development and psychological theories for understanding human behavior
are gained by the completion of a psychology minor. A sensitive recognition
of the professional helping relationship developed within the Christ-centered,
redemptive philosophy of healing and education is nurtured as well.
Required Courses
Hours
ART 104 Drawing I 3
ART 105 Drawing II 3
ART 109 Design Principles I 3
ART 238 Intro to Art Therapy 3
ART 499 Senior Project 1
Studio Art elec. (incl 7 hrs UD) 12
Select 2 of the Following :
ART 31 8 Art Appreciation (W) 3
ART 342 Renaissance Art History (W) 3
ART 344 Ancient Art History (W) 3
ART 345 Contemporary Art (W) 3
ART 349 Medieval Art History (W) 3
Reguired Cognates
Hours
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
EDUC 240
Educ for Except Child/Youth
2
EDUC 325
Philosophy of Christian Educ
(W)
2
PSYC124
Intro to Psychology
3
PSYC 128
Developmental Psychology
3
PSYC 224
Social Psychology
3
PSYC 315
Abnormal Psychology
3
PSYC 346
Intro to Personality Theories
3
PSYC 377
Fundamentals of Counseling
(W)
3
Recommended Electives
HLED 356
Drugs and Society
2
PSYC 422
Adolescent Psychology
3
PSYC 460
Group Processes
3
PSYC 479
Family Counseling
3
SOCI 349
Aging and Society (W)
3
SOCW214
Human Behavior/Biol Foundations
1
Recommended General Education
AREAB
RELP251, RELT373
AREAC
HIST 356 (W)
AREAE-1
BIOL 103
AREA F-2
SOCI 223
AREAG-1
ARTG 115
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.A. Art-Therapy Emphasis
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ART 104
Drawing I
3
ART 105
Drawing II
3
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ART 109
Design Principles I
3
PSYC 124
Intro to Psychology
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
PSYC 128
Developmental Psychology
3
Art Elective
3
Area B, Religion
3
Area B, Religion
3
16
Area G, PEAC
1
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Major— B.F.A. Fine Arts (63 Hours)
The B.F.A. degree in Fine Art is designed to allow the development of a
body of work in the area of drawing and painting for those who desire to
further develop their artistic talent at the graduate level. A broad art history
background covering the four major art periods is a necessary complement
in preparation for the M.F.A. in a graduate program. Individuals with the
B.F.A. degree have an appropriate preparation for entering careers as
professional studio artists, illustrators, concept artists, animators, art critics,
gallery directors, art teachers at the university level, art administrators, art
consultants or community art program coordinators.
Required Courses Hours Required Courses, continued Hours
ART 104,105 Drawing I, II 3,3 ART 342 Renaissance Art History (W) 3
ART 109-110 Design Principles I, II 3,3 ART 344 Ancient Art History (W) 3
ART 206 Drawing III 3 ART 345 Contemporary Art (W) 3
ART 207 Drawing IV 3 ART 349 Medieval Art History (W) 3
ART 221-222 Painting I, II 3,3 ART 410 Painting IV 3
ART 223 Color Principles 2 ART 499 Senior Project 1
ART 308 Drawing V 3 ART Electives 9
ART 310 Painting III 3
ART 318 Art Appreciation (W) 3 Required Cognates Hours
ARTG115 Intro to Computer Graphics 3 COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
Foreign Language (Intermediate) 6
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.F.A.— Fine Arts
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ART 104
Drawing I
3
ART 105
Drawing II
3
ART 109
Design Principles I
3
ART 110
Design Principles II
3
ARTG 115
Intro to Computer Graphics
3
ART 223
Color Principles
2
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
Area B, Religion
3
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
Area G, PEAC
1
PEAC 225
Fitness
for Life
16 15
Major — B.S. Art-Graphic Design Track (63 Hours)
The Graphic Design course will prepare students to enter the exciting and
competitive world of graphic design. Today's graphic designers need to
have good eye-hand coordination, knowledge of art history, and the ability to
work with the Macintosh computer. They also need to work with their hands
in order to achieve a high professional level and a competitive place in the
market. Excellence in this field depends on discipline and hard work
combined with skill and talent. In graphic design, students have room to
unleash their own ideas and watch them come true by creating their own
universe of places, object, and characters. Students will be assisted by
graphic artists in an environment that promotes the highest principles and
moral values.
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Major — B.S. Art-Graphic Design Track, continued (63 Hours)
Design Core (29 hours)
Required C
ourses
Hours
Required Courses, continued
Hours
ART 104
Drawing I
3
ARTG 1 15 Intro to Computer Graphics
i 3
ART 105
Drawing I
3
ARTG 210 Vector Graphics Design
3
ART 109
Design Principles I
3
ARTG 212 Advanced Computer Graphics 3
ART 110
Design Principles II
3
ART 223
Principles of Color
2
Required Coqnate
Hours
ART 331
Illustration Methods
3
COMM 1 35 Intro to Public Speaking
3
ART 345
Contemporary Art (W)
3
AART 320 Post Production
3
Graphic Design Track (63 Hours)
Hours
Recommended General Education
Design Core
29
AREA C HIST 359, PLSC 472
6
ARTG 121-
122 Typography 1, II
6
AREAD COMM 326
3
ARTG 324
Editorial Design
3
AREAE BIOL 424, ERSC 105
6
ARTG 326
Digital Imaging
3
AREAF BUAD 128, HLED173
5
ARTG 332
Advertising Design
3
AREAG BUAD 126, JOUR 125
6
ARTG 333
Packaging
3
ARTG 339
Publication Design
3
ARTG 420
Corporate Identity
3
ARTG 425
Multi-Media 1
3
ARTG 430
Adv Cone in Graphic Design 3
ARTG 491
Graphic Design Practicum
3
ARTG 499
Senior Project
1
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. — Art-Graphic Design Track
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ART 104
ART 109
Drawing I 3
Design Principles I 3
ART 105
ART 110
Drawing II
Design Principles II
3
3
ARTG 115
ENGL 101
RELB
Intro to Computer Graphics 3
College Composition 3
Area B, Religion 3
ARTG 121
ENGL 102
COMM 135
Typography I
College Composition
Intro to Public Speaking
3
3
3
PEAC
Elective 1
16
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
16
Character Animation Track (61 Hours)
The B.S. in Art-Graphic Design — Character Animation is designed for
students who will progressively pursue a career in this popular medium.
Majors will work with the finest 3D animation technology. They will develop
the working skills required in the visual effects and animation industry. Both
traditional and contemporary methods will be used. Two areas of focus are
offered: character animation and technical direction in animation.
Character A
nim ation Track Hours
Required Coqnates
Hours
Design Core
29
ARTF215
Lighting
3
ART 206
Drawing III - Anatomy
3
ARTF 234
Cinematography I
3
ART 324
3D Design Materials & Tech
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
ART 325
Sculpture
3
COMM 326
Film Evaluation
3
AART 1 05
Principles of Animation I
2
ENGL 335
Biblical Literature
3
AART 106
Principles of Animation II
3
AART 210
Motion Design & Compositing
3
Recommended General Education
AART 21 5
3D Animation
3
AREA A
ENGL 101, 102
6
AART 31 5
Advanced Animation
3
AREAB
RELB 125, RELT225,
AART 320
Post Production
3
RELT 368, Elective
12
AART 425
Senior Animation Project
6
AREAC
HIST 359, 386, PLSC 471
9
AREAD
ART 318
3
AREAE
BIOL 424 or PHYS 31 7,
ERSC 105
6
AREAF
Elect ives
5
AREAG
ENGL 313, 314, PEAC 225
PEAC Elective (1 hour)
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Technical Direction in Animation Track (58 Hours)
This track requires a more rigorous mathematics background and is
specifically suited for those interested in the programming aspects of
animation.
Technical Direction in Animation Track Hours
Design Core
29
ART 206
Drawing III - Anatomy
3
ART 324
3D Design Materials & Tech
3
AART 1 05
Principles of Animation I
2
AART106
Principles of Animation II
3
AART 210
Motion Design & Compositing
3
AART 215
3D Animation
3
AART 315
Advanced Animation
3
AART 320
Post Production
3
AART 425
Senior Animation Project
6
Required Cognates
Hours
ARTF215
Lighting
3
ARTF 234
Cinematography I
3
COMM 135
Intro to Public Speaking
3
CPTR318
Data Structures & Algorithms
3
CPTR 425
Computer Graphics
3
MATH 182
Calculus II
3
Recommended General Education
AREA A
ENGL 101, 102
MATH 120, 121
12
AREAB
RELB 125, RELT225,
RELT 368, Elective
12
AREAC
HIST 359, 386, PLSC 471
9
AREAD
COMM 326
3
AREAE
BIOL 424 or PHYS 31 7,
ERSC 105
6
AREAF
Elect ives
5
AREAG
CPTR 131, 132, PEAC225
PEAC Elective (1 hour)
8
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Art — Character Animation Track &
Technical Direction in Animation Track
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
Hours
ART 1 04
Drawing I
3
ART 105
Drawing II
3
ART 109
Design Principles I
3
ART 110
Design Principles II
3
ARTG 115
Intro to Computer Graphics
3
AART 1 06
Principles of Animation II
3
AART 105
Principles of Animation I
2
ENGL 102
College Composition
3
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
RELB 125
Life & Teachings
3
PEAC
Elective
1
15
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
1
16
Major — B.S. Film Production (54 Hours)
The major in Film Production is for those students who want to pursue a
career in film, video, or commercial production. The program is designed to
enable students to fill decision making positions and create or influence the
content of the projects they work on. On graduating, each student will have
two short film productions and a feature length screenplay in his/her portfolio.
Required Cognates Hours
BRDC 202 Digital Audio Production 3
COMM 135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
COMM 326 Film Evaluation 3
JOUR 125 Intro to Photography 3
Required C
ourses Hours
ART 104
Drawing I
3
ART 109
Design Principles I
3
ART 110
Design Principles II
3
ART 223
Principles of Color
2
ARTF 112
Film Pre-Production I
3
ARTF 114
Film Pre-Production II
3
ARTF 215
Lighting
3
ARTF 234
Cinematography I
3
ARTF 235
Cinematography II
3
ARTF 238
Motion Design & Compositing
3
ARTF 320
Post Production
3
ARTF 326
Screenwriting I
3
ARTF 328
Screenwriting II
3
ARTF 353
Documentary Filmmaking
3
ARTF 422
Directing I
3
ARTF 424
Directing II
3
ARTF 445
Media Industry Trends
1
ARTG 115
Intro to Computer Graphics
3
ARTG 212
Advanced Computer Graphics
3
Reguired General Education
AREA A
AREAB
AREAC
AREAD
AREAE
AREAF
AREAG
ENGL 101, 102;
CPTE 105-107
(MATH 100 and above)
RELB 125; RELT 225;
RELT 368(W); Elective
HIST 174, 359; PLSC 472(W)
ART318(W);ENGL216
BIOL 422 or PHYS 317;
ERSC 105
SOCI 150;HLED173
G1, in major; PEAC 225;
PEAC Elective (2 hrs)
12
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Sample Freshman Year Sequence
B.S. Film Production
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
ART 104
Drawing I
3
ART 110
ART 109
Design Principles I
3
ART 223
ARTF112
Film Pre-Production I
3
ARTF114
JOUR 125
Intro to Photography
3
ARTG 115
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102
PEAC
Elective
1
16
RELB125
Design Principles II
Principles of Color
Film Pre-Production II
Intro to Computer Graphics
College Composition
Life & Teachings
Hours
3
2
3
3
3
3
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Major — A.S. Graphic Design (30 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
ART 104
Drawing I 3
ART 109-110
Design Principles I, II 3,3
ART 223
Color Principles 2
ART 345
Contemporary Art (W) 3
ARTG 115
Intro to Computer Graphics 3
ARTG 210
Vector Graphics Design 3
ARTG 212
Advanced Computer Graphics 3
ARTG 339
Publication Design 3
ARTG 499
Senior Project 1
ARTG
Elective 3
Required Cognate Hours
COMM135 Intro to Public Speaking 3
TECH 145 Intro to Graphic Arts 3
Recommended General Education
AREAD COMM326 3
AREAF BUAD128 3
Sample Freshman Year Sequence
A.S. Graphic Design
1st Semester
Hours
2nd Semester
ART 104
Drawing I
3
ART 110
ART 109
Design Principles I
3
ART 223
ARTG 115
Intro to Computer Graphics
3
ARTG 210
ENGL 101
College Composition
3
ENGL 102
RELB Elective
3
COMM 135
PEAC Elective
1
15
PEAC 225
Design Principles II
Color Principles
Vector Graphics Design
College Composition
Intro to Public Speaking
Fitness for Life
Hours
3
2
3
3
3
1
15
Minor— Art (18 Hours)
Required Courses
ART 104-105 Drawing I, II
ART 109 Design Principles I
Hours
Select one of the following
ART course:
ART 318 Art Appreciation (W) 3
ART 342 Renaissance Art History (W) 3
ART 344 Ancient Art History (W) 3
ART 345 Contemporary Art (W) 3
ART 349 Medieval Art History (W) 3
Electives 3
Upper Division Electives 3
Minor — Art-Graphic Design
(21 Hours)
Required Courses Hours
ART 104 Drawing I 3
ART 109 Design Principles I
ART 345 Contemporary Art (W) 3
ARTG 115 Intro to Computer Graphics 3
ARTG 210 Vector Graphics Design 3
ARTG 212 Advanced Computer Graphics 3
ARTG 339 Publication Design 3
STUDIO ART
ART 101. Introduction to Drawing (G-1) 3 hours
A course designed for the general education student or the art student who has had no
formal training in drawing or who does not have a portfolio of their art work. This
course introduces the beginning student to the basic principles of drawing such as
perspective, value, and form. Does not apply to the major.
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ART 104. Drawing I (G-1) 3 hours
The objective of this class is to introduce the beginning art student to the elements and
principles of art focusing on drawing using a ten value scale, one, two, and three point
perspective, and exploring character of line using various pencils, charcoal, conte
crayon, and ink. The majority of the assignments are carried on in the drawing studio
using set-ups set by the instructor. In addition to drawing done in class, daily sketching
and finished drawings done outside of class are required. Maintenance of a
journal-sketch book documenting the creative process is required with a minimum of
one sketch per school day.
ART 105. Drawing II (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ART 1 04.
This course emphasizes three point and multiple perspective, modeling, and
composition. During the first half of the course the students draw in the studio setting
up their own lighting and still lifes. Texture, composition, and reflection is focused on
during the second half of the course by drawing outdoors from the landscape. In
addition to drawing in class, daily sketching, and finished drawings done outside of
class are required. Maintenance of a journal-sketch book as in Drawing I is required.
ART 109. Design Principles I (G-1) 3 hours
The most fundamental course in design. The student learns how principles of design
and elements are used in composition. The main focus of the course is to create an
individual and separate understanding of elements and then work collectively with
principles and elements for superior design.
ART 110. Design Principles II (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ART 1 09
A more advanced course in design that focuses on three dimensional design using the
cube as a basic structure. The basic elements are added or subtracted to the cube to
gain a more complete example of dimensional space.
ART 206. Drawing III - Anatomy 3 hours
Prerequisites: ART 1 04, 1 05.
A course designed for fine art majors and animators that focuses on the study of the
structure of the human body for the purpose of becoming visually sensitive to all the
deformations on the surface with respect to form and light during movement and be
able to draw from the live model both posed and during motion. This course includes a
lab. Daily sketching and one portfolio quality finished drawing per week are required in
addition to drawing done in class.
ART 207. Drawing IV 3 hours
Prerequisites: ART 104, 105, 206.
This course is devoted to the advanced study of multiple point perspective in the urban
setting and to drawing the landscape as well. Weekly field trips are taken to draw on
location.
ART 221. Painting I (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisites: ART 104, 105, 109, 223 or permission of instructor.
A course designed to give the student a basic understanding of the material paint. The
student is exposed to portraiture, still life, landscape, and the objective forms of painting
with an emphasis on basic composition.
ART 222. Painting II (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ART 221 .
This intermediate course is designed to allow the painting student to explore the styles
and techniques of the masters focusing on light, brush strokes, glazes, and color.
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ART 223. Principles of Color (G-1) 2 hours
A basic course in the study of the phenomenon of color as it applies to the realm of the
visual arts with emphasis of the relationships and interactions of colors.
ART 228. Watercolor I 3 hours
Prerequisites: ART 104,105 or permission of the instructor.
A course designed to give the student a basic understanding of the techniques of
transparent watercolor. The student studies brush-strokes, painting surfaces, paint
characteristics, masking, and the overlay of colors using the white surface for tinting. A
variety of subjects will be studied that require specific painting techniques in rendering
surface textures such as water, clouds, and trees.
ART 230. Introduction to Art Experiences 2 hours
A course designed to give education majors who don't have an art background an
introduction to the creative art process and hands-on experience with a variety of art
media and materials. Emphasis will be given to the aesthetic expression, media
exploration, and art appreciation. Attention will also be given to the development of
lesson plans that incorporate an artistic use of media, design, and composition. A lab
fee of $50 is charged in addition to tuition. This course does not apply on a major or
count toward any major or minor in the School of Visual Arts and Design.
ART 235. Ceramics (G-1) 3 hours
Fundamentals of the preparation and use of clay. Methods of fabrication from hand
building to wheel-thrown wares, chemistry and application of glazes, and stacking and
firing of kilns. May be repeated for credit. A $65 fee is applied toward necessary
supplies.
ART 238. Introduction to Art Therapy 3 hours
Prerequisites: ART 105, 109; PSYC 124, 128.
An introductory course designed to introduce the pre-art therapy student to the field and
practice of Art Therapy. A minimum of thirty contact hours in the practice setting of Art
Therapy with hands on experience is required.
ART 300. Printmaking (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ART 104 or permission of instructor.
A course designed to give the art major experience in printmaking media. Relief,
intaglio, and silk-screen will be covered. Course will be taught in odd years. A lab fee
of $75 will be charged in addition to tuition.
ART 308. Drawing V 3 hours
Prerequisites: ART 104, 105, 206, 207.
An advanced course for the drawing or painting focused student where a personal style
of drawing and a body of work focused on content are developed.
ART 310. Painting III (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ART 222 or permission of instructor.
An advanced class in painting in which the student begins his or her personal idea
search. It is expected that the student will develop content in this class that will be
developed over the next two years. Constancy in style and focus are expected
resulting in professional portfolio pieces.
ART 324. 3D Design Materials and Techniques 3 hours
An exploration of various materials such as Styrofoam, fiberglass, rubber mold, plastic,
and wood used to create three-dimensional forms will be focused on through the use of
the primary technical methods of subtraction, manipulation, addition, and substitution.
Attention to armatures and joints for making movable parts will also be given. A lab fee
of $1 50 is charged in addition to tuition.
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ART 325. Sculpture 3 hours
Prerequisite: ART 104 or permission of instructor.
Introduction to the problems of form in sculpture and three-dimensional design using
various media such as clay, plaster, wood, and metal casting. A lab fee of $150 is
charged in addition to tuition.
ART 328. Advanced Watercolor 3 hours
Prerequisite: ART 228.
Advanced problems in watercolor technique where a personal style of painting and a
body work focused on content is developed.
ART 331. Illustration Methods 3 hours
Prerequisite: ART 105.
Students will learn illustration techniques using pencils, ink, markers, colored pencils,
and photo retouching.
ART 410. Painting IV 3 hours
Prerequisite: ART 221 or permission of instructor.
A continuation of portfolio development from Painting III with an emphasis on more
mature studio practices such as time and portfolio management. Continuing the same
content as in Painting III.
ART 265/465. Topics in Art 1-3 hours
Selected areas in art such as watercolor, printmaking, concept drawing, stage set
design, advanced figure drawing, cartooning, and other related topics are chosen each
semester as the topic of focus.
ART 491. Graphic Design Practicum 1-3 hours
Students will work in a graphics-related business for a minimum of 40 clock hours per
credit hour with employer evaluation. Students must maintain a log sheet and samples
of work.
ART 295/495. Directed Study 1-3 hours
For students electing to take ART 295, permission of the teacher must be obtained.
ART 495 is for majors and minors only.
The course is designed for students who wish directed study or for a group of students
who wish a special course not taught under the regular class offering. Students taking
the class as directed study may choose from art history, ceramics, design, drawing,
painting, printmaking, and sculpture. (Students must have had maximum classes
offered in area.) This course also includes credit offered by the Art Department on
directed study tours. May be repeated for credit up to four times.
ART 499. Senior Project 1 hour
Major projects in area of interest for seniors and preparation of permanent portfolio of
college art work.
ART HISTORY
ART 218/31 8. Art Appreciation (D-3) (W) 3 hours
Lecture and travel seminar. Survey and appreciation course of art history from
pre-historic to modern times. One class is offered in the fall semester, with two hours
per week lecture, and the week of Thanksgiving spent in and New York City visiting
major art museums. When offered in the first summer session, there will be one week of
two-hour lectures and two weeks of travel and museum visits. There is an additional
charge for travel. Students will be required to write a summary paper. Students taking
the class for upper division credit will be required to write a research paper.
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ART 342. Renaissance Art History (D-3) (W) 3 hours
A study of arts of western civilization during Renaissance times with an emphasis on
the pivotal figures in Art History.
ART 344. Ancient Art History (D-3) (W) 3 hours
A study of the arts of western civilization from antiquity to the mid-600's A.D. with an
emphasis on pivotal figures in art history.
ART 345. Contemporary Art (D-3) (W) 3 hours
Nineteenth- and twentieth-century developments in European and American arts. (Fall)
ART 349. Medieval Art History (D-3) (W) 3 hours
A study of the arts of western civilization during Medieval times with an emphasis on the
pivotal figures in Art History.
COMPUTER GRAPHICS
ARTG 115. Introduction to Computer Graphics (G-1) 3 hours
Pre- or Co-requisite: A R T 1 9 .
An introductory, creative imaging course for those interested in professional creative
visual art fields such as graphic design, film, animation, and visual communication.
This course introduces students to the following software; FreeHand, Illustrator, Quark
Xpress, PageMaker, and Photoshop.
ARTG 121. Typography I 3 hours
Prerequisites: ART 1 09; ARTG 1 1 5.
An introductory course on type history, letter anatomy, classic and modern typefaces,
styles and attributes such as leading, kerning, alignment, etc. The students will design
their own typeface based on an existing one or create an original.
ARTG 122. Typography II 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 121.
A course dealing with the introduction of other visual elements such as photographs,
illustrations, graphs, and graphics into the typographical design. Emphasis is placed
on the synergistic relationship between visuals and type that focuses on complementary
form and style within the context of a specific message to be communicated.
ARTG 210. Vector Graphics Design (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 1 1 5 or permission of the instructor.
An intermediate course designed to develop skills for producing vector based digital art.
Students with a basic knowledge of vector graphic concepts will gain a comprehensive
understanding of the uses of drawing programs such as Illustrator and FreeHand with
an emphasis on the adaption of design principles to the 2-D digital environment.
ARTG 212. Advanced Computer Graphics 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 21 0, ART 1 1 0, or permission of the instructor.
In this course the graphic design student will address color correction, scanning
resolution, image restoration, coloring photographs, collage and montage techniques,
masking an effective use of filters and special effects on images that will appear on the
Internet, interactive multi-media projects, and various printed media.
ARTG 322. Interactive Media I 3 hours
Prerequisites: ART 1 1 ; ARTG 1 1 5.
This course covers graphic design for internet web sites by focusing on design
specifications unique to HTML. Macromedia Dreamweaver will be the authoring
software to design, create, edit, and publish interactive web pages. Emphasis will be
on visual design such as digital/monitor color theory, animation, sound, and typography
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as it relates to interface design.
ARTG 324. Editorial Design 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 21 2.
A course that deals with the designing of text blocks by creating columns, master
pages, style sheets, drop caps, headings, etc. achieving professionally eye catching
layouts and spreads.
ARTG 326. Digital Imaging 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 212 or permission of instructor.
In this course the student will explore studio photography techniques with digital SLR
cameras. Emphasis will be given to image enhancement, stylization, and compositing
based on an advance knowledge of Photoshop.
ARTG 332. Advertising Design 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 21 2.
This course deals with the development of a creative concept used to promote a
product with a variety of computer generated visual images. The class is grouped in
teams which create and present a professional looking advertising campaign. The
course ends with a general critique of the entire project.
ARTG 333. Packaging 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 21 2.
A course in designing effective packaging for commercial products with consideration to
color, type, and graphic images applied to 3D form with a specific message in mind
directed to a specific market.
ARTG 339. Publication Design (G-1) 3 hours
Prerequisite: ART 324.
A course in which the student deals with process and spot colors, different file formats,
text and images producing portfolio quality examples of fliers, brochures, pamphlets,
magazines, book covers, CD covers, and posters.
ARTG 420. Corporate Identity 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 21 2.
A course in which a logo is created as a base for the development of an identity system
which an organization will project on various means of visual communication.
ARTG 422. Interactive Media II 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 322.
Students will learn how to make interactive web sites using Macromedia Flash and a
variety of other tools. We will cover advanced principles for internet design and how to
implement designs using various software packages. Topics covered include design
and creation of rollovers, gif animations and flash movies with intermediate Action
Scripting.
ARTG 425. Multi-Media I 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 21 2.
This course covers the steps and issues in creating a formalized multi-media design
and publishing onto CD. Areas covered are storyboarding for graphical look,
interactive storyboards, flowcharting, dealing with software and hardware constraints,
and preparation of a design document. Emphasis on shaping an idea to a well
thought-out design that works as a multimedia experience.
ARTG 427. Multi-Media II 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 425.
This course continues on with the design and refinement of a student's multimedia
project from Multimedia I. Program control through Director's scripting language,
Lingo, will be explored in much more detail as well as advanced media creation and
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acquisition, such as quicktime vs. movies. Knowledge of video and audio production,
macromedia flash, and digital imaging are strongly recommended.
ARTG 430. Advanced Concepts in Graphic Design. 3 hours
Prerequisite: Senior standing in Graphic Design major.
Integration of graphic design principles with research, strategic planning, creative
problem solving with the objective of presenting a visual communication as applied to
contemporary advertising and editorial design problems.
ARTG 265/465. Topics in Computer Graphics 1-3 hours
Participation in workshops and seminars offered by active professional graphic
designers and adjunct faculty. The presentations are offered in an intensive block two
to three times per semester. Selected topics include all areas related to the field of
Graphic Design. A lab fee of $50 is charged in addition to tuition. (Winter)
ARTG 491. Graphic Design Practicum 1-3 hours
Students will work in a graphics related business for a minimum of 40 clock hours per
credit hour with employer evaluation. Students must maintain a log sheet and samples
of work.
ARTG 499. Senior Project 1 hour
Major projects in area of interest for seniors and preparation of permanent portfolio of
college at work.
ANIMATION
AART 105. Principles of Animation I 2 hours
This is a course that offers a broad overview and history of the animation process
through which a student begins by creating an idea and develops it through the stages
of writing, storyboarding and designing the visual images that convey the idea.
AART 106. Principles of Animation II 3 hours
Prerequisite: AART 105.
This course focuses on exploring the basics of timing and movement through the
production of short animated videos by stop motion technique that includes animatics,
lip synching, and sound design.
AART 210. Motion Design and Compositing 3 hours
See ARTF 238 for course description.
AART 215. 3D Animation 3 hours
Prerequisites: AART 105, 106, 210.
Students in this course will deepen their understanding of 3D Animation and delve
deeper into the technical aspects of 3D. Focus is on learning Maya and related
technologies such as 3D digitizers and motion capture devices.
AART 217. 3D Character Animation II 3 hours
Prerequisites: AART 105, 106, 210, 215.
This class emphasizes the application of animation principles to 3-D characters,
resembling digital puppets, using Alias/Wavefront Maya to create and articulate them.
AART 315. Advanced Animation 3 hours
Prerequisites: AART 105, 106, 210, 215.
The focus of this class is character animation using Alias-Wavefront Maya. Students
will assemble characters resembling digital puppets and then learn how to articulate
them using Maya's powerful animation tools.
AART 317. Advanced Animation II 3 hours
Prerequisite: AART 31 6.
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In this course, students focus on actively engaging in a group animation project from
the first stages of development through the final renderings of a short film.
AART 320. Post Production 3 hours
See ARTF 320 for course description.
AART 425. Senior Animation Project 6 hours
Prerequisites: AART 105, 106, 210, 215, 315, 320.
In the final semester of the senior year graduating students will prepare a demo reel
reflecting all the work done in previous classes and prepare for jobs and internship
interviews.
AART 265/465. Topics in Animation 1-3 hours
Full participation in workshops and seminars presented by active professionals in the
field and adjunct faculty. The presentations are offered in intensive blocks over the
weekends two to three times per semester. Selected topics are related to all areas of
the animation field. A lab fee of $75 in addition to tuition is charged. (Winter)
AART 292/492. Internship in Animation 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance by a professional studio.
Professional work experience in an animation production environment for a minimum of
1 00 clock hours per credit hour with supervisor evaluation. Students will maintain a log
sheet and samples of work. May be repeated.
FILM PRODUCTION
ARTF 112. Film Pre-Production I 3 hours
This course introduces the film student to the principles of visual storytelling. Students
will learn about storyboarding, shot flow, location scouting, and talent screening.
ARTF 114. Film Pre-Production II 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTF 1 1 2
This course introduces students to the standard film budgeting and scheduling
processes. Attention is given to the different unions and guilds, as well as how to plan
a production to meet scheduling demands.
ARTF 265. Topics in Film Production 1-3 hours
Full participation in workshops and seminars presented by active professionals in the
field. The presentations are offered in intensive blocks over the weekends two to three
times per year. Selected topics are related to all areas of the film production field. A
lab fee of $75 in addition to tuition is charged.
ARTF 215. Lighting 3 hours
Prerequisite: ART 104 or permission of instructor.
Students learn the fundamentals of how to use light to create moods and effects.
ARTF 234. Cinematography I 3 hours
Co-requisites: ARTF 215 and permission of instructor.
This course is designed to introduce animation and film production students to the
principles and tools of narrative film making, including the use of 16mm film cameras
and digital video cameras. Lab fee $200.
ARTF 235. Cinematography II 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTF 234. Co-requisite: ARTF 320.
This course continues instruction in the craft of capturing moving images with 16mm
film and digital video cameras. The course is project-oriented, and students will work
with seniors enrolled in ARTF 424 to produce complete short films. Lab fee $200.
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ARTF 238. Motion Design and Compositing 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 21 2.
In this course, graphic design, animation, and film students will explore animated
design, 2-D animation, advanced post production, compositing, and CGI compositing
techniques to create moving graphics for production.
ARTF 320. Post Production 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTG 212. Co-requisite: ARTF 235.
Students will learn non-linear film editing techniques. Special attention is paid not only
to technical proficiency but to the pacing and overall flow and continuity of scenes.
ARTF 326. Screenwriting I 3 hours
Prerequisites: ENGL 1 01 , 1 02
This is intended for Film Production and Animation students to develop skills in the art
of writing for the screen. Attention will be given to audience, theme, character, plot
construction, dramatic structure, dialogue, and elements of film space and timing.
ARTF 328. Screenwriting II 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTF 326.
Students write several short screenplays, as well as one feature length screenplay
intended for portfolio use.
ARTF 353. Documentary Film making 3 hours
Students produce a short documentary film and analyze documentary films paying
special attention to the kinds of challenges present for the documentary film maker.
ARTF 422. Directing I 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTF 328.
Film students will be introduced to fundamentals of acting and directing as they direct
each other in short scenes. Attention will also be given to how to communicate clearly
with the cast and key department heads.
ARTF 424. Directing II 3 hours
Prerequisite: ARTF 422.
Film majors will work with ARTF 245 students to produce complete short films suitable
for portfolio use.
ARTF 445. Media Industry Trends 1 hour
Prerequisite: ARTF 422.
Film production majors study the industry as a whole in conjunction with preparing
portfolios suitable for job placement in the area of their choice.
ARTF 492. Film Production Internship. 3 hours
Prerequisite: Completion of at least half of the hours required for a major in film
production.
Students will work on a project in the film industry during the summer, preferably an 8 to
12 week period between the junior and senior year. At least 270 clock hours of work
experience are required.
(A-2) (W) See pages 24-25 and 27-32 for general degree and general education
requirements.
Interdepartmental Pr o g r a m s
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL SCIENCE
Adviser: Stephen A. Nyirady
A Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Science will be conferred upon
students not already in possession of a bachelor's degree who satisfy the
following three conditions:
1 . Complete 93 semester hours in an accredited undergraduate university
program of which at least the last 30 were taken in residence at Southern
Adventist University and at least 12 of which were at the upper division
level.
2. Meet the general education requirements equivalent to those outlined for
the current Medical Technology program.
3. Provide certification from an accredited professional school of dentistry,
medicine, or optometry that the first year of the respective professional
program has been successfully completed and that the applicant is eligible
to continue.
Request for the conferral of this degree is made to the Director of Records
and Advisement.
GENERAL STUDIES
Advisement Coordinator: John Keyes
The Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees with a major in
General Studies are designed for students who have not made a career
decision at the time they enter the University. These degrees offer them an
opportunity to earn a large part of the general requirements for a
baccalaureate degree while leaving some semester hours free for
exploration in areas of their choice.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE IN GENERAL STUDIES
Major: The completion of the general education requirements for the
Bachelor of Arts degree with the exception: Six hours instead of 12 will be
required for Area B, Religion. Required courses are COMM 135, PEAC 225
and CPTE 100, 106, 107. Six hours of an elementary foreign language
must be included unless two units of the same language were earned in high
school. A minimum total of 64 semester hours with a cumulative minimum
grade point average of 2.00 is required. Students who plan to eventually
complete a bachelor's degree should include some upper division credit and
a "W" (writing emphasis) course in the second semester of their second year.
*Six hours of elementary foreign language must be included unless two units of the same language were earned
in high school.
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Typical Sequence of Courses for
A.A. General Studies
YEAR 1
Semester
YEAR 2
Semester
1st
2nd
1st
2nd
CPTE 100
Computer Concept;
COMM 135
ntro to Public Spkg
3
ENGL 101-102
College Comp
3
3
CPTE 105,
106
Spread:
sheet/Datab
2
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
Area B, Religion
1
3
Area A,
Area B,
Math
Religion 3
0-3
Area C, History
3
3
Area C,
Govt/Econ
3
Area E, Nat Sci
3
Area D,
Lit
3
Area F, Beh Sci
3
Area E,
Nat Sci 3
Area G-1
3
Area F,
Beh Sci
2
Electives
3
3
Area G,
PEAC Skills
1
16
16
Foreign
Elective
Language 3
?6
3
3
16
See pages
24-25 and 27-32 for
general
degree and
general education requirements. Note <
especially
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN GENERAL STUDIES
Major: The completion of the general education requirements for the
Bachelor of Science degree with the following exception: Six hours instead of
12 will be required for Area B, Religion. Required courses are COMM 135,
PEAC 225 and CPTE 1 00, 1 06, 1 07. A minimum total of 64 semester hours
with a cumulative minimum grade point average of 2.00 is required.
Students who plan to eventually complete a bachelor's degree should
include some upper division credit and a "W" (writing emphasis) course in the
second semester of their second year.
Typical Sequence of Courses for
A.S. General Studies
YEAR 1
Semester
YEAR 2
Semester
1st
2nd
1st
2nd
CPTE 100
Computer Concepts
1
COMM 135
Intro to Public Spkg
3
ENGL 101-102 College Comp
3
3
CPTE 105,
1 06 Spreadsheet/Database
2
PEAC 225
Fitness for Life
Area B, Religion
3
1
Area A, Math
Area B, Religion 3
0-3
Area C, History
3
3
Area C, Govt/Econ
3
Area E, Nat Sci
3
Area D, Lit 3
Area F, Beh Sci
3
Area E, Nat Sci 3
Area G-1
3
Area F, Beh Sci
2
Area G-1
1
Area G, PEAC Skills
1
Elective
3
3
Elective 7
2
16
16
16
16
See pages
24-25 and 27-32
for
general
degree
and general education requirements. Note especially
Non-Degree
Pr E P R F E S S 10 N A L PROGRAMS
Preprofessional and pretechnical curricula are offered in a wide variety of
fields. Below are listed the curricula most frequently chosen. If other
preprofessional programs are desired, faculty advisors are prepared to assist
the student in working out a satisfactory sequence of courses needed to
meet the admission requirements of the chosen professional school.
ANESTHESIA (CRNA)
Adviser: L. Phil Hunt
Registered nurses who are experienced and comfortable working in critical
care areas may become registered nurse anesthetists. Graduation from an
approved program of nursing and a valid nursing license is required.
Additional requirements may be determined by consulting the School of
Nursing.
DENTISTRY
Adviser: Stephen A. Nyirady
Pre-dental training in college/university requires a minimum of three years
of study; however, a preference is given to those who have completed a
fourth year, earning a bachelor's degree. Students may major in the field of
their interest. Although a thorough background in the biological and physical
sciences is essential to the study of dentistry, a broad educational
background in the humanities is desirable. Upper division biology courses
are recommended to prepare for the Dental Admissions Test and for the first
year of basic science courses in dental school.
Application to dental school should be made one year previous to the one
for which admission is desired. Successful applicants should have a
minimum GPA of 3.00 in both science and non-science courses as well as
satisfactory performance on the Dental Admissions Test. Information
regarding the Dental Admission Testing Program may be obtained from the
American Dental Association, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 69611
or on the web (http://www/ada.org/prof/ed/testing/dat.asp).
The following courses must be included to meet the minimum
requirements for admissions to the LLU School of Dentistry:
BIOL 151-152 8 hours
CHEM 151-152, 311-312 16 hours
ENGL 101 -102 6 hours
PHYS 211-212, 213-214 8 hours
The following courses are strongly recommended: Introduction to
Dentistry, Cell and Molecular Biology, Nutrition, Microbiology, Histology,
Biochemistry, Psychology Accounting/Management, and
Ceramics/Sculpture.
LAW
Adviser: Ben McArthur
Students interested in the study of law as a profession should become
acquainted with the entrance requirements of various law schools. This will
make possible the planning of a preprofessional program which will qualify
the student for admission to several schools.
It is a general requirement that students complete a bachelor's degree
before entering law school. Although no particular major is required, five
fields should be especially considered by the student serious about law
school. These are: business, history, English, journalism, and behavioral
science. Certain courses recommended by all law schools include American
history, freshman composition, principles of accounting, American
government, principles of economics, English history, business law, and
mathematics. Pre-law students should concentrate on developing their
analytical, verbal, and writing skills.
Southern Adventist University offers a Political Economy minor, which
combines an interdisciplinary selection of courses helpful for law school
preparation. This eighteen-hour minor consists of:
1 . ECON 224 Principles of Economics 3 hours
2. PLSC 254 American Government 3 hours
3. PLSC 471 Classics of Western Thought I OR
PLSC 472 Classics of Western Thought II 3 hours
4. ENGL 313 Expository Writing 3 hours
Plus six hours of electives selected from the following courses:
5. ACCT 221 Principles of Accounting
6. ECON 225 Principles of Economics
7. BUAD 358 Legal, Ethical, and Social Environment of Business
8. BUAD 339 Business Law
9. HIST/PLSC357 Modern America
10. HIST 374 History of England
11. JOUR 427 Mass Media Law and Ethics
12. COOP 265/465 Cooperative
Education (3 Hours)
Such coops would include work with one of the following:
a lawyer, a legal clinic, a public defender's office, a state
or U.S. attorney's office.
Information about preparation for law school may be obtained from the
Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, American Bar
Association, 1155 East 60th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60637. For information
about the Law School Admissions Test, see the pre-law adviser.
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Advisers: Joyce Azevedo, Ann Foster, Stephen A. Nyirady, Joel Ongaro,
Rhonda Scott-Ennis, Keith Snyder
Secondary school students who look forward to a career in medicine are
advised to include mathematics and science courses during their high school
years.
Most applicants complete a Bachelor's Degree prior to entrance into
medical school. Exceptional students may be eligible to apply after
completion of a minimum of 85 semester hours. Applicants for admission to
the Loma Linda University School of Medicine should maintain a grade point
average of at least 3.50 in both science and non-science courses. The
following courses without an asterisk must be included in the applicant's
academic program. Medical schools generally do not accept CLEP credits for
these basic science courses. Classes with (*) asterisks in biology, chemistry,
and mathematics are recommended.
BIOL 151-152, 313*, 316*, 330*, 340*, 412, 416*, 417*, 418* 8 hours
CHEM 151-152, 311-312, 341* 16 hours
ENGL 101 -102 6 hours
MATH 120, 121, 181* 3 hours
PHYS 211-212, 213-214 8 hours
Religion 12 hours
It is recommended that students plan a curriculum that includes study of
the humanities and social sciences to provide a solid preparation for the
future role of the physician.
Applicants are also encouraged to obtain experience where they are
directly involved in the providing of health care. The Biology Department
collaborates with Chattanooga's Erlanger Medical Center in a premedical
preceptorship program. This program provides the opportunity for upper
division pre-medical students to shadow resident physicians in the hospital
for up to 24-hour periods.
The applicant is required to have taken the new Medical College
Admission Test (MCAT) prior to consideration by the admissions committee.
This exam is administered twice a year — in August and April. Application for
the exam is made through the Counseling and Testing Center one to two
months before the exam is scheduled. For entrance into medical school
following graduation, the student should plan on taking the MCAT in April of
the junior year or in August preceding the senior year. All of the above
required science courses should be completed by this time to insure
maximum performance on the MCAT exam.
Once or twice each year representatives from LLU and other schools of
medicine visit the campus to interview prospective students. Premedical
students are encouraged to make appointments to speak with them.
Most medical schools are members of the American Medical College
Application Service (AMCAS). Applications must be submitted through this
service. The AMCAS application may be obtained from the Counseling and
Testing Office, directly from AMCAS, or filled out electronically on the web.
Applications are available between May 1 and November 1 for entry into
medical school the following year.
American Medical College Application Service
1 1 76 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W.
294 Non-D
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Washington, DC 20036-1989
(Http://www. aamc.org)
After receiving the applications from AMCAS, the admissions office of the
medical school reviews the candidates and determines whether or not
supplementary information is needed.
Medical schools usually require a letter of recommendation from the
pre-professional recommendation committee of the applicant's
undergraduate college. Senior pre-medical students are asked to provide the
names and addresses of all medical schools to which they are applying to
the Vice President for Academic Administration's office before October 1 .
Following a careful evaluation of the supplementary application and letters
of recommendation submitted to the admissions office, selected applicants
may be invited for a personal interview by the medical school.
OPTOMETRY
Adviser: Chris Hansen
The admission requirements to colleges of optometry vary, so the student
should follow the catalog from the school of his/her choice. However, all
place emphasis on biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics. Additional
courses in the areas of fine arts, language, literature, and the social sciences
are usually necessary.
A minimum of two years of preoptometric study is required. However,
additional study increases the prospects of acceptance into professional
training.
Following is a list of preoptometry courses required by most schools:
BIOL 151-152, 330, 416, 418 18 hours
CHEM 151-152, 311 12 hours
ENGL 101 -102 6 hours
MATH 120, 121, 181 9 hours
PHYS 211-212, 213-214 8 hours
PSYC 124 3 hours
Direct individual inquiries are welcomed by the American Optometric
Association, Division of Education and Manpower, 243 North Lindbergh
Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63141.
OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Adviser: Joyce Azevedo, Ann Foster, Stephen A. Nyirady, Joel Ongaro,
Keith Snyder
An alternative to allopathic medical schools, which grant the M.D. degree,
are the osteopathic medical schools whose graduates receive the D.O.
degree.
Many Seventh-day Adventists have attended the University of Health
Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri, one of
nineteen osteopathic medical colleges in this country.
Requirements for admission are similar to those for allopathic medical
schools such as Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Students apply
to schools of osteopathic medicine through the American Association of
Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service (AACOMAS).
American Association of Colleges of
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Osteopathic Medicine Application Services
61 1 Executive Blvd., Suite 405
Rockville, MD 20852-3991
Phone: (301)468-0990
AACOMAS uses a web-based application. Go to AACOMAS online.
(http://www.aacomas.aacom.org)
For a reasonable chance of acceptance, a minimum grade point average
of 3.00 should be maintained in both science and non-science subjects.
PHARMACY
Adviser: Bruce Schilling
A bachelor's degree program in pharmacy normally requires five years of
schooling while a doctorate in pharmacy (PharmD) is usually a six year
program. The first two years of either of these programs may be taken at
Southern Adventist University. Not all colleges of pharmacy offer both
degrees, many now offer only the PharmD degree.
Admission requirements to colleges of pharmacy vary from school to
school so the student should consult the catalog or web page of the school of
his/her choice for specific course requirements. The American Association
of Colleges of Pharmacy maintains links to all schools of pharmacy at its web
page, www.aacp.org. All schools place a strong emphasis on chemistry,
biology, physics, and mathematics.
Minimum admission requirements to the University of Tennessee College
of Pharmacy at Memphis are:
BIOL 151-152, 225 12 hours
CHEM 151-152, 311-312 16 hours
ENGL 101 -102 6 hours
MATH 181, 215 6 hours
PHYS 211-212, 213-214 8 hours
Speech or Communications 3 hours
Social Sciences 6 hours
(Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Anthropology, Political Science)
Humanities 6 hours
(Literature, Language, History, Philosophy)
General Electives 4 hours
A total of 66 semester hours of required course work must be taken. A
minimum grade of "C" must be obtained for each required pre-pharmacy
class. A higher grade point average will increase the chances of
acceptance into pharmacy school. In addition, a satisfactory score must be
achieved on the National Pharmacy College Admission Test.
Loma Linda University is targeting the start of its School of Pharmacy for
the fall of 2002. Admission requirements include:
BIOL 151-152 8 hours
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CHEM 151-152, 311-312 16 hours
COMM 135 3 hours
ENGL 101 -102 6 hours
MATH 181 3 hours
PHYS211-214 8 hours
Humanities/Fine Arts 12 hours
Social/Behavioral Studies 12 hours
One semester of an introductory computer class must also be included or
demonstrate computer competency. Additional courses in Anatomy, Physiology,
Biochemistry, Statistics, and Chemistry (Quantitative or Instrumental Analysis,
Physical Chemistry) are desirable but not required. Loma Linda also indicates
that they will give preference to students who have completed a baccalaureate
degree in chemistry, biology, physics, or a related scientific field.
PODIATRIC MEDICINE:
Adviser: Stephen A. Nyirady
An alternative to allopathic (M.D.) and osteopathic (D.O.) medical schools
are the podiatric medical schools whose graduates receive the D.P.M.
degree. Doctors of podiatric medicine are physicians trained in the medical
and surgical treatment of the human foot and ankle.
To gain acceptance to a school of Podiatric Medicine, a bachelor's degree
is highly desirable. Preprofessional course work, with a minimum of 90
semester hours, is required of all students. Applicants are required to take
the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT). In addition, most D.P.M.
schools require the same prerequisite science classes as the M.D. and D.O.
schools.
There are seven colleges of podiatric medicine, six of which participate in
the American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine Application
Service (AACPMAS). The six schools in the AACPMAS are located in
California, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. An application
packet can be obtained by writing or calling:
AACPMAS
1350 Piccard Drive, Suite 322
Rockville, MD 20850-4307
1-800-922-9266
(301)990-7400
VETERINARY MEDICINE
Adviser: Safawo Gullo
Competition for admission to colleges of veterinary medicine is keen.
Consequently, most successful applicants have completed a degree rather
than the minimum requirements listed below. It should also be noted that it is
difficult to be accepted in any veterinary institution other than the school in
the state where the applicant resides.
The applicant must make a satisfactory score on the Veterinary College
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Admission Test (VCAT) in addition to meeting grade point average and
personal qualifications for admission. Professional training involves four
years of veterinary school beyond college.
Minimum admission requirements to the University of Tennessee College
of Veterinary Medicine in Knoxville are:
BIOL 151-152, 316, 412 16 hours
CHEM 151-152, 311-312, 341 20 hours
ENGL 101 -102 6 hours
PHYS 211-212, 213-214 8 hours
Additional requirements include:
Humanities and Social Sciences 18 hours
Admission requirements will vary between veterinary schools; therefore, it
is recommended that the pre-veterinary student work closely with his/her
adviser in assuring that the specific requirements for the schools of his/her
choice are met.
Information on veterinary schools and applications, through the
Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges, are available online at
http://www.aavmc.org.
Financing Yo u r Educatio
STUDENT FINANCE OFFICE MISSION STATEMENT
Southern Adventist University is committed to providing every student the
opportunity to obtain a Christian education. To reach this goal, the Student
Finance Office will make every effort to work together with students toward
meeting the students' financial obligations.
FINANCIAL AID POLICY
Southern Adventist University provides financial aid for students in the
form of loans, grants, scholarships, and employment. The source of these
funds is in most cases the United States Government (in the form of Title IV
funds), the student's state, a private group or corporation, or Southern
Adventist University. Financial aid applicants will not be denied assistance
on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, or ethnicity. The
Student Finance Office follows established procedures and practices which
will assure equitable and consistent treatment of all applicants.
Students are urged to contact the Student Finance Office, P.O. Box 370,
Collegedale, Tennessee 37315-0370, phone 1-800-SOUTHERN, or go to
our website studentfinance.southern.edu for information about and
applications for financial aid. Applications received by March 31 will be given
preference. Applications received after March 31 will be processed as long
as time and funds permit. Southern Adventist University's Title IV code is
003518.
FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE
SCHOLARSHIPS
Freshman Scholarship
The Freshman Leadership and Academic Scholarship (FLASH) is based
on a combination of your ACT score, cumulative high school GPA, and
demonstrated leadership while in high school. FLASH is available only to
future Southern freshmen who have taken no more than six semester hours
when enrolling at Southern and will take a full-time load (12 or more hours)
through the duration of the scholarship. You must apply for the scholarship
before fall registration in order to receive it.
Use this Points Formula to figure your eligibility for the Freshman
Scholarship:
Step One. Take your high school GPA and multiply by 1 ,000 points
(4000 pt. max)
Step Two. Take your ACT* test score and multiply by 1 00 points
*We'll be happy to convert your SAT score to an ACT score.
Call 1 .800. SOUTHERN for an Admissions Advisor.
Step Three. Calculate your Leadership points from the box below points
(600 pt. max)
600)
Leadership Point Categori
(Categories can be combined — maximum points po.
1 . High School Leadership (200 points)
Class officer, student government officer, National Honor Socjety
officer, publications staff, school club or dorm officer, or any
other demonstrated leadership.
2. Church Leadership (200 points)
Sabbath School teacher/leader for extended time, mission trif
participant, crusade participant, Pathfinder leader, or street
ministries.
3. Community Leadership (200 points)
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sible
garbage pick-up, or drug prevention programs, or any other
extended volunteer activities.
lity
Step Four. College Prep Diploma* Bonus of 500 points
points
year of English)
Step Five.
Points
*lf you are able to check aN of the following, you qualify for the College Prep Bonus.
I have taken two years of foreign language
I have taken three years of Social Studies
I have taken three years of math (including Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry)
I have taken three years of Science
I have taken four years of English (one year of Journalism may be substituted for one
Add all points from Step One, Two, Three and Four_
Total
Freshman Year Scholarship Amount
$1,000
$2,500
$3,500
Full tuition
Honors Scholarship
Dean's Scholarship
Presidential Scholarship
Full Tuition Scholarship
Scholarships
5,900-6,700
6,701-7,500
7,501-8,500
8,501 & higher
Total Points
The Student Transferring/Returning Scholarship
The Transferring/Returning Scholarship (STARS) is awarded to those
students who have earned more than six hours of college work and will be
taking a full-time load (12 or more hours) through the duration of the
scholarship. The scholarship is based on the cumulative GPA of all
transcripts when transferring. If a returning Southern student, the
cumulative GPA is figured from the student's record each January.
Southern does not round up numbers for this scholarship.
Bronze Circle Scholarship $1 ,000 with maintenance of 3.40-3.59 GPA
Silver Circle Scholarship $1 ,250 with maintenance of 3.60- 3.79 GPA
Gold Circle Scholarship $1,500 with maintenance of 3.80 and above
GPA
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Placement in National Merit Scholarship Competition*
Placement 1st Year ScholarshipRenewable for three years**
Finalist Full Tuition 50% Tuition with maintenance of 3.50
GPA
Semi-Finalist See Freshman Scholarship or Returning & Transfer Student
Scholarship
Commended See Freshman Scholarship or Returning & Transfer Student
Scholarship
Taking the PSAT test in the junior year of high school is the firsjt
step in entering the National Merit Program. If the student
qualifies as a National Merit Semi-Finalist or a PSAT
Commended Scholar, s/he is notified by the National Merit
Scholarship Corporation and the list of qualifying students is
published and sent to U.S. colleges and universities. The Serjii
Finalist may advance to Finalist status by taking the SAT durin
the senior year and by meeting other requirements outlined
by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Summer Ministries Leadership Scholarships
These scholarships are available to any student who works at an
Adventist conference-sponsored summer camp or in literature evangelism
during the summer, and then attends Southern during the next academic
year. The Student Finance Office will verify with your employing
organization that you have met your contractual obligations over the course
of the summer. A student who participates in multiple summer ministries
projects is eligible to receive only one of the scholarships below. Southern
will choose the larger of the two scholarships.
The Literature Evangelism Scholarship - Your summer earnings
matched
50%, with a cap of $2,000.
Summer Camp Scholarship - $100 per full week worked, with
a cap of $1,000.
To apply for the camp scholarship, your camp director must submit the
number of weeks you will work based on your camp contract to the
Student Finance Office by March 1 . This
information is needed early for budgeting and awarding.
Student Missionary/Task Force Scholarship
Student Missionary/Task Force Scholarships are available to qualified
students who attend SAU the year following their term of service. The
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scholarship is $1 ,500. For more information contact the Chaplain's Office at
423-238-2787.
*\Ne also scholarship students in the National Hispanic Scholar Recognition Program and the
National Scholarship Service and Fund for Negro Students.
"Qualification for renewable scholarships is based on cumulative SAU GPA.
Performance Scholarships
Each year performance scholarships are awarded by the School of Music
(for the Orchestra, the Wind Symphony, and the choirs), the Gym-Masters,
and the Destiny Drama group. Some of these performance scholarships are
by audition only. The scholarships may be renewable for each year the
student is in college as long as participation in the performing group
continues. For more information, contact the School of Music at
423-238-2880, the Gym-Masters director at 423-238-2595, or the Destiny
Drama coordinator at 423-238-2787.
Southern Scholars Honors Program Scholarships
The Southern Scholars Honors Program is designed to enrich the studies
of academically motivated students. Students who participate in Southern
Scholars for at least a year are eligible for 12 hours of tuition rebates, which
are distributed over four semesters of their junior and senior years. For
more information, contact Dr. Wilma McClarty at 423-238-2736. (See page
33, Southern Scholars Honor Program.)
Department/School Scholarships
Some departments/schools offer scholarships for students who meet
departmental criteria. These scholarships are normally awarded to
sophomores, juniors, and seniors who have performed up to certain levels in
the department/school, and are usually awarded at Awards Chapel in April of
each academic year. Check with the department/school of your major for
more information.
Canadian Scholarships
Students whose primary residence and major source of income is in
Canada are eligible for a $3,000 scholarship each year, or $1,500 each
semester.
Other Potential Scholarship Sources
You may qualify for scholarships from national and community
organizations, like the YMCA and Rotary Club, or from your parent's
employer, or even from your local church. Check out all the resources you
can in your own hometown by contacting the public library, the local
Chamber of Commerce, and your pastor. You can also access scholarship
and financial aid information on the Internet at www.cashe.com,
www.scholarships.com, www.mach25.com, www.fastweb.com, and
www.finaid.org.
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PLEAS
E TAKE NOTE
• We guarantee all SAU scholarships offered to you before
June 1 . Applications for admission and financial aid thai
arrive after June 1 will be awarded scholarships on a first
come, first-served basis until SAU scholarship funds are
depleted. So plan ahead and submit your applications a s
early as possible!
le
All scholarships are divided and distributed equally over t
fall and winter semesters. Scholarships are not availabl
for summer sessions.
For students who apply for and qualify for federal
financial aid, determination of the total amount of
scholarships given by SAU is based on federal guideline:
SAU is not allowed to "overaward" a student who has
applied for federal aid. In rare cases, students who
qualify for multiple scholarships may only be eligible to
receive a portion of their awards, based on the federal
formulas for awarding.
Scholarships provided by Southern Adventist University,
or the combination of tuition assistance from SDA institu-
tions and scholarships provided by Southern Adventist
University, shall not exceed the actual charges of tuition
up to 16 hours), general fees, residential rent (up to the
standard residence hall rent or its equivalent in other
campus housing), and books/supplies charged at the Carfipus
Shop up to a maximum of $450 per semester. Tuition
assistance, and federal, state, and private scholarships
shall be annlied toward a student's account first before
( : or
SAU scholarships are applied. The total scholarship cost to
Southern shall not exceed the charge for tuition and fees.
Miscellaneous personal expenses are not included in the
costs covered by SAU scholarships or the combination of
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tuition assistance and SAU scholarships.
University merit-based scholarships are available only for
full-time students taking 12 to 16 hours at SAU.
Southern reserves the right to change or amend any
of the scholarship policies at any time.
SmartStart Free Tuition Savings
To take advantage of free tuition for one class, entering freshmen are
welcome to apply for the special summer SmartStart session July 29 to
August 23. To find out more, call Admissions at 1 -800-SOUTHERN.
Grants
Southern Adventist University need-based institutional grants are
awarded from institutional and endowment funds to students who have
financial need and are achieving academically. The amount of these awards
is variable per year depending upon the student's need and availability of
funds.
The amount of a student's SAU need-based institutional grant award, as
well as his/her federal grant award, will be determined after all the necessary
federal and institutional applications are completed and processed. If the
student's academic progress falls below the required level, the SAU grant
may be canceled. Any requests for exceptions should be addressed to the
Academic Progress Committee.
SAU Endowment Grants — Southern Adventist University is blessed with a
growing endowment fund created by donors interested in helping students
achieve their educational goals. Eligibility for these free grant monies is
determined by filling out the federal financial aid application (FAFSA). This
application uses a common nationwide formula to determine a family's ability
to pay for college. Southern uses this formula as a guideline in disbursing
the Southern Endowment Fund. For a financial aid application, call
1-800-SOUTHERN. You can also file for financial aid on-line at
www.fafsa.ed.gov. These funds are awarded to students who have
established financial need through the federal aid application process.
Awards are made on a funds available basis. Notification to eligible
recipients will be listed on the Financial Aid Award Letter.
Eligibility and requirements for disbursement of Endowment funds are
listed on the Financial Aid Award Letter.
Federal Pell Grants — Federal Pell Grants are awarded through a federal
program which provides grant assistance directly to eligible first bachelor's
degree undergraduate students. A student's eligibility for a Pell Grant is
based on a congressionally approved formula which considers family
financial circumstances. Pell Grants are available to full- and part-time
students with proven financial needs who are making satisfactory progress
towards a bachelor's degree.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant — Awarded to
students with exceptional need when funds are available from the federal
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government.
Eligibility for Institutional Funds
Eligibility for Southern Adventist University need-based funds is based
upon a minimum of six credit hours (except where otherwise noted) being
taken on the Southern Adventist University's Collegedale campus. Co-op,
transient, directed study, distance learning, Adventist Colleges Abroad, and
off-site campus classes are not eligible for SAU funds, and do not count
toward the six credit hours.
Loans
Federal Nursing Student Loans are available to nursing students only,
with demonstrated financial need. Repayment and five percent interest
assessment begin nine months after a student graduates, leaves school,
drops below half-time enrollment, or drops from the nursing program.
Federal Perkins Loan — If eligible and funds are available, students can
borrow up to $2,850 from the federal government through Southern
Adventist University. Repayment and five percent interest begin nine months
after a student graduates, leaves school, or drops below half-time
enrollment.
Federal PLUS Loans are available to parents of dependent
undergraduate students who have satisfactory credit histories. The student
must be enrolled at least half-time. These loans, like Federal Stafford
Loans, are made by a lender such as a bank, credit union, or savings and
loan association. The yearly loan limit is a student's cost of education minus
any estimated financial aid s/he is eligible for.
For PLUS loans disbursed since July 1 , 1 997, the interest rate is variable,
but not higher than nine percent. Variable interest rates are set each June.
For more information on the interest rate, parents should contact the
organization that holds their loan.
Students' parents pay an "origination fee" of up to three percent of the
loan principal. This amount is deducted proportionately from each
disbursement made. The lender may collect an insurance premium of up to
one percent of the loan principal, which is deducted proportionately from
each disbursement.
The procedure for applying is the same as for a Federal Stafford Loan.
Southern Adventist University can refuse to certify a loan application, or can
certify a loan for an amount less than a student's parents would be eligible
for. The parents will be notified in writing, with a full explanation if such a
circumstance should arise.
Federal law requires lenders to send the loan proceeds to the school in at
least two payments. Payments will be sent either by electronic transfer or by
check made co-payable to the school and to the parents.
Monthly principal and interest payments begin 60 days after the final loan
disbursement. There is no "grace period" for these loans.
If a deferment — a postponement of repayment — applies (including a
deferment for school enrollment), the parents' repayment of the principal
amount borrowed will not begin until the deferment ends. The interest on the
loan is not deferred during the time of the deferment, although the
organization that holds the loan may allow the interest to accumulate until the
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deferment ends. In such a case, however, the interest will be added to the
principal, increasing the amount of principal that will need to be repaid.
Federal Stafford Loans are low-interest loans made to students attending
school at least half-time. Loans are made by a lender such as a bank, credit
union, or savings and loan association. These loans are insured by a
guarantee agency and reinsured by the federal government. A borrower
must repay this loan.
Students enrolled at least half-time may qualify for a "subsidized" Federal
Stafford Loan, which is based on financial need. Dependent students
whose parents were denied a PLUS loan and independent students who
enroll at least half-time may also apply for an "unsubsidized" Federal
Stafford Loan regardless of need; that is, regardless of their or their family's
financial status.
Dependent undergraduate students may borrow up to:
$2,625 if they are first-year students enrolled in a program of study
that is a full academic year.
$3,500 if they have completed at least 24 credit hours, and the
remainder of their program is a full academic year.
$5,500 a year if they have completed at least 55 credit hours and the
remainder of the program is at least one academic year.
The total Stafford Loan debt that a dependent undergraduate student may
accumulate is $23,000.
Independent undergraduate students may borrow up to:
$6,625 if they are first-year students enrolled in a program of study
that is a full academic year. (At least $4,000 of this amount must be in
unsubsidized Stafford Loans.)
$7,500 if they have completed at least 24 credit hours and the
remainder of the program is a full academic year. (At least $4,000 of
this amount must be in unsubsidized Stafford Loans.)
$1 0,500 a year if they have completed at least 55 credit hours and the
remainder of their program is at least one academic year. (At least
$5,000 of this amount must be in unsubsidized Stafford Loans.)
The total Stafford Loan debt that an independent undergraduate student
may accumulate is $46,000.
The amounts given are the maximum amounts that can be borrowed;
however, students cannot borrow more than the cost of education at
Southern Adventist University minus any other financial aid they receive.
Associate Degree Students will be considered as having less than 55
credit hours for loan purposes.
Undergraduate Students Attending Less than a Full Academic Year
may borrow an amount which may be less than the amounts listed above.
Information about how much may be borrowed can be obtained from the
Student Finance Office.
Work
Federal Work-Study Program — Federal Work-Study funds are available to
undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. Under the
Federal Work-Study program, the employer pays a small part of the
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student's wages, and the government pays the remainder. Most work-study
positions are on campus. Students are responsible to acquire their own
jobs.
Students can work part-time while they are in school. They can work
full-time during the summer and other vacation periods. The basic pay rate is
no less than the current minimum wage. The rate varies depending on the
skill and experience needed for the job.
Students who receive Federal Work-Study earnings will receive 100% of
their earnings unless they give written permission for their earnings to be
applied to their student account. Further information is available from a
Student Finance counselor.
Other Scholarships, Grants, and Loans
Certain scholarships, grants, and loans are available to students. Details
concerning amounts and qualifications for recipients of these funds can be
obtained from the Student Finance Office.
Veterans' Benefits
Southern Adventist University is approved for the training of veterans as
an accredited training institution. VA benefits may not be available for
students enrolled in classes offered off the Collegedale campus. Those who
qualify for educational benefits should contact the nearest Department of
Veterans' Affairs.
Veterans or other eligible persons are required to attend classes in order
to be eligible for educational benefits. Southern Adventist University is
required to report promptly to the VA the last day of attendance when an
eligible student withdraws or stops attending classes regularly.
A recipient may not receive benefits for any course that does not fulfill
requirements for his/her stated degree and major. Audited courses,
non-credit courses (except for a required remedial course), and
correspondence work cannot be certified.
FEE WAIVERS AND REBATES
Family Rebate
When two students from the same immediate family who have the same
financial sponsor are enrolled at Southern Adventist University's Collegedale
campus at the same time, they may receive a five percent rebate on tuition
and general fee. This also applies to married student couples. A ten percent
rebate may be given when three or more students from the same immediate
family are enrolled at SAU at the same time, and have the same financial
sponsor.
Post-Graduate Tuition Plan for Undergraduate Classes
A Post-Graduate Tuition Plan at a 50% tuition reduction has been
established for the purpose of assisting students who have graduated with a
bachelor's degree from Southern. The plan also allows eligible
non-Southern Adventist University graduates to enroll in classes at a 25%
tuition reduction. Please see the Admissions Office for application form.
The provisions that apply are:
1.To be eligible for the Post-Graduate Tuition Plan, a student must have
graduated from SAU or other eligible non-SAU schools with a bachelor's
degree at least two years before entering the Post-Graduate Tuition Plan.
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2. Applicants must have a clear financial SAU account and all loan payments
must be up-to-date at the time of registration before the Post-Graduate
Tuition Plan is approved. If a participant's account or loan payment
becomes delinquent, that student will lose his/her Post-Graduate Tuition
Plan privileges and cannot be reinstated.
3. Students wishing financial aid must apply through the Student Finance
Office.
4. This plan is applicable to classes where space is available and where the
hiring of new faculty or staff is not required. The Post-Graduate Tuition Plan
does not include private music lessons, long-term care administration
classes, independent study, directed study, student teaching, graduate
classes, internships, A.S. nursing, the fifth year of a five-year degree
program, summer classes, or a program where a tuition discount is already
in effect (such as auditing a class).
5. Since the Post-Graduate Tuition Plan offer is for tuition only , it does not
apply to lab fees, surcharges for applicable courses, residence hall charges,
books, or cafeteria charges.
6. This program is open to a limited number of students. Southern Adventist
University reserves the right to discontinue or amend this special tuition offer
at the discretion of the University administration.
Tuition and Fee Waiver for Student Missionaries
Those students planning to serve as Student Missionaries and enrolling in
NOND 227 and 228, Christian Service I and II, will receive a rebate of
$2,890/semester to cover 90% of the tuition for these classes ($2,700) and
the general fee ($190).
Students enrolled in GEOG 306, Cultural Geography, and COMM
291/391, Intercultural Communication Practicum, will be given tuition rebate
of $333/semester hour.
Before final authorization may be obtained, all students going as Student
Missionaries or Task Force Workers must be cleared by the Student Finance
Office.
Senior Citizen Tuition Plan
Persons 65 years of age or over may audit any regular college course
free of charge, or take for credit, at reduced cost, provided there is space
available and sufficient enrollment of students paying regular tuition to offer
the class. Lab fees will be charged at full price where required.
They may take classes for college credit at one-half the regular rate (a
rebate will cover the remaining portion), provided there is space available
and sufficient enrollment of students paying regular tuition to offer the class.
Lab fees will be charged at full price where required.
They may enroll in seminars, workshops, other courses offered outside
the regular academic structure, and private lessons at full price.
Collegedale Academy Students Tuition Fee Waiver
Collegedale Academy students who have finished their junior year may
take up to six credit hours at SAU at a rate of Vfe of the current tuition rate per
hour. Students eligible for tuition subsidy will receive the subsidy of 35% or
70% of the tuition paid. Private music lessons are at the regular SAU tuition
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rate.
FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Financial Aid Applications
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or Federal Aid
Renewal Application (FARA) for returning students must be submitted annually to
apply for the federal, state, and institutional aid programs. This application
should be mailed directly to the Federal Aid Programs in the envelope provided
by the government or completed on the Internet at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
To receive a loan, a student must complete and return to the SAU Student
Finance Office a Stafford Loan Master Promissory Note. This Note needs to be
submitted only one time during a student's attendance at SAU. A list of
preferred lenders is supplied with the promissory note.
The following documents must be submitted only if you have been selected
by the government for verification. The Student Finance Office will notify you if
these documents are needed.
1 . The Federal Verification Worksheet. This worksheet should be
completed, then mailed to the SAU Student Finance Office.
2. Copies of parents' signed income tax return (exact signed copies of all
schedules and W-2 forms sent to the IRS). These copies should be
mailed to SAU with the Federal Verification Worksheet.
3. Copies of student's signed income tax return including W-2 forms. These
copies should be mailed to SAU with the Federal Verification Worksheet.
4. A copy of FAFSA worksheets A, B, and C. This copy should be mailed to
SAU with the Federal Verification Worksheet.
Application packets are available at the end of January each year and
may be obtained by contacting the Southern Adventist University Student
Finance Office. Students are urged to complete applications as early as
possible after the family income tax returns have been completed. Income
tax returns only have to be completed, not necessarily mailed to the IRS,
before submitting the financial aid application.
Transfer Student Financial Aid Eligibility and Change in Academic Program
Eligibility
Financial aid for students transferring from other institutions will be
determined by their academic standing, which will be calculated on all hours
SAU has accepted. Students with a GPA below policy will be on financial
aid probation for one semester. If the cumulative GPA or the completion
rates are below the required levels at the end of the probationary period,
students will be ineligible to receive financial aid. Deletion of transfer hours
from Southern Adventist University academic records may affect a student's
financial aid eligibility, depending on the number of hours deleted. Any
change in academic program, such as changing from a baccalaureate
degree program to an associate degree program, or from an associate
degree program to a one-year certificate degree program, may affect a
student's eligibility for financial aid.
Transient Student Financial Aid Applications
Financial aid for transient students is available when a student receives a
transient student permission letter from the Records and Advisement Office.
Eligibility for Federal Pell Grant and Federal Family Education Loans
(Stafford, Unsubsidized Stafford, Parent PLUS) will be based on total hours
enrolled at both institutions. Costs at both institutions will be a factor in
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determining eligibility.
FINANCIAL AID AWARD AND DISBURSEMENT PROCEDURES
Financial Aid Award Procedures
A Financial Aid Award Letter will be sent to each accepted applicant after
Southern Adventist University's Student Finance Office receives the FAFSA
results (electronically received from the federal processor). To confirm and
reserve the funds offered, students should return the signed acceptance of
the offer within ten days of receipt. It will be assumed that students are
accepting the full award amounts if the award letter is not returned within the
allotted time.
Financial aid awards are made on a rolling basis, as long as funds are
available, with the most needy students receiving priority. The financial aid
award package may be a combination of: 1) Federal Work-Study, 2) federal
student loans, 3) federal, state, private, or institutional grants or scholarships.
Disbursement of Financial Aid Funds
Financial aid awards are disbursed based on enrollment status each
semester. The disbursement will show as a credit on a student's account.
Loan funds received from the federal loan programs will in most cases be
automatically credited to the student's account. In the cases where the
funds are received in the form of a check, the check will be available for
signing in the Disbursement Office. In addition, an entrance interview is
required for first-time borrowers prior to receiving their loan funds. An exit
interview is required when a student graduates or terminates his/her studies
at SAU. It is the student's responsibility to notify the Student Finance Office
if they do not plan to return. A student's diploma and/or academic
transcripts will not be released until an exit interview is completed.
Financial Aid Overaward Procedures
When financial aid recipients receive additional resources not included in
the financial aid award letter, it is the student's responsibility to report these
funds to the Student Finance Office. Federal regulations prohibit
"overawards;" therefore, when the total of all resources exceeds the
allowable student budget, financial aid awards must be adjusted. When
financial aid funds have already been credited to the student's statement,
any refunds due or overawards will be charged to the student's account.
FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
General Requirements
Financial aid awards are made for one academic year to students who
are accepted for admission, demonstrate a financial need, and are enrolled
for at least six credit hours on the Collegedale campus. Recipients of
government aid must hold U.S. citizenship or a permanent resident visa.
Students desiring aid must reapply each year, have a GED or high school
diploma on file in the Records Office, and continue to make satisfactory
academic progress toward a degree to receive financial aid.
WARNING: If a student purposely gives false or misleading information
on the federal aid application, s/he may be fined $10,000, sent to prison, or
both.
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Academic Progress Requirements
Academic Progress Policy
Government regulations require all financial aid recipients to maintain
satisfactory academic progress toward a degree as measured both
qualitatively and quantitatively in order to receive financial aid. This
requirement applies to the entire enrollment at Southern Adventist
University — even periods during which a student does not receive financial
aid. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in a student
becoming ineligible for financial aid.
This policy defines the minimum standards for eligibility for state and/or
federal financial aid.
Academic Progress Standards
Qualitative Standards:
Cumulative Credit Hours Attempted Cumulative Grade Point
Average
0-23 1.50 or above
24-54 1.75 or above
55 or above
2.00 or above
Quantitative Standards:
Students must complete and pass a minimum of 67.00 percent of
attempted credit hours toward a degree to be making satisfactory progress.
Incompletes, withdrawals, and failed courses count toward the total
attempted credit hours. A repeated course counts as attempted credit hours
each time it is taken.
Time Frame for Receiving Financial Aid
Max. Time to Receive Financial
Aid
186 attempted hours
96 attempted hours
190 attempted hours
198 attempted hours
103 attempted hours
231 attempted hours
132 attempted hours
The above maximum time frame to receive financial aid is based on 1.5
times the number of credit hours to attain a degree. Hours from the first
degree will be counted as attempted hours toward a second degree. Taking
a second major does not count as a second degree.
Time frame for transfer students will be evaluated according to the hours
accepted from previous institutions and the attempted hours toward SAU's
current degree program.
Progress Review
A financial aid recipient's progress at Southern Adventist University will
be reviewed at the end of each semester and will be based on the number of
attempted hours a student completes during each semester of an academic
Deqree
Program
Deqree I
General
baccalaureate
General
associate
Art
baccalaureate
Music
baccalaureate
Nursing
associate
Second
baccalaureate
Second
associate
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year and the cumulative grade point average (GPA).
Students who do not meet the above satisfactory GPA or completion
requirements will be placed on probation. If the cumulative GPA or the
completion rate is below the required level at the end of the probationary
period, the student will be ineligible to receive financial aid and may file an
appeal with the academic dean.
Students may enroll for the summer sessions or subsequent terms at
SAU without financial aid assistance or attend another accredited institution
to fulfill the progress requirements. Academic progress for these students
will be reviewed prior to the release of financial aid for the following term in
which the student reaches necessary academic standard.
Students accepted to Southern Adventist University on academic
probation will be eligible for financial aid for the first semester in attendance.
Financial aid thereafter is based on the above guidelines.
Procedure for Appeal and Reinstatement of Financial Aid
Students who are found to be ineligible for financial aid based on
progress will be notified in writing from the Student Finance Office. If
unusual circumstances occur that include, but are not limited to, personal or
family illness, injury, or death in the family, students may appeal in writing to
the Academic Progress Committee for continuation of financial aid.
Students will receive a written notification as to the committee's decision.
RETURN OF TITLE IV FUNDS
Amount of Title IV Aid Earned
To calculate the amount of Title IV aid earned, the percentage of Title IV
aid earned (as figured by the withdrawal date) is multiplied by the aid that
has been disbursed as well as the aid that could have been disbursed.
Amount of Title IV Aid to Return
To calculate the amount of Title IV aid to return, the amount of Title IV aid
earned (as figured above) is subtracted out of the aid that was disbursed as
well as the aid that could have been disbursed.
For further explanation, please contact the disbursement officer.
Financial Aid Refund Policy
The SAU refund policy for students withdrawing from classes is outlined
on pages 292-293. A $100 administrative drop fee will be charged to
students who withdraw completely during the 100% refund period.
Since financial aid is considered to be used first for direct educational
costs (tuition, fees, room, board, and books), when a student withdraws from
all classes and under the refund policy receives a refund of these charges,
any credit will be used to reimburse financial aid programs first, and any
remaining credit will be refunded to the student.
According to regulations, refunds due to Federal Title IV programs will be
allocated according to the following priority:
1. Unsubsidized Federal Stafford loans
2. Subsidized Federal Stafford loans
3. Federal Perkins loans
4. Parent Federal (PLUS) loans
5. Federal Pell Grant program
6. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant program
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7. Other Title IV aid programs
Financial Aid Repayment Policy
There are specific repayment policies for students who withdraw
completely from SAU and have received financial aid in excess of their
incurred educational costs. An example would be the student who received a
Stafford Loan and did not use the full amount for educational costs. An
amount owing to any federally funded student aid program will be covered by
SAU and then charged to the student's account.
Deferment of Financial Aid Repayment for Student Missionaries/Task Force
Workers
Any student desiring to serve as a Student Missionary or in a Task Force
position needs to apply through the Chaplain's Office. General Conference
policy requires the completion of the course Student Missions Orientation
Class, NOND 099, prior to placement in a volunteer position. The
orientation class is taught the last nine weeks of the second semester.
Students who register for NOND 099 will not receive any academic credit
hours.
Those students who have not yet received their first bachelor's degree
who desire deferment on their student loan payments during their mission
service placement must enroll in NOND 227 Christian Service I, 6 hours, and
NOND 228 Christian Service II, 6 hours.
To receive 12 hours of academic credit, the student must complete a full
academic year of service. Students enrolled in NOND 227 and 228 must
have taken NOND 099 as a prerequisite. A maximum of 12 hours is available
during the year of service. Tuition is charged at ten percent of the current
rate. Specific details regarding academic assignments may be obtained from
the Chaplain's Office.
Before final authorization may be obtained, all students going as Student
Missionaries or Task Force Workers must be cleared by the Student Finance
Office.
STUDENT LABOR
Student Labor Regulations
Work opportunities are available in departments/schools and industries
operated by the University and at local private businesses. Students seeking
employment should contact the Human Resources Office for a listing of
available positions or to complete an employment application.
Although Southern Adventist University cannot guarantee a student
employment, the University will endeavor to find a work opportunity either at
the University or at a local business. Students are urged to arrange class
schedules that allow blocks of time for work.
All hiring formalities are completed in the Human Resources Office.
Students must bring their Social Security cards and one identification
document, such as a passport, driver's license, or original birth certificate, in
order to complete the hiring process legally. Students who are not American
citizens must produce an unexpired employment authorization document
such as a valid I-20 or other legal document before employment can be
arranged.
Students are expected to maintain satisfactory job performance and meet
all work appointments, including those during examination week. Work
superintendents reserve the right to dismiss students if their service and
work records are unsatisfactory. Should a student find it necessary to be
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absent from work, s/he must make arrangements with the work supervisor
and, if ill, with Student Health Services.
A student accepting employment is expected to retain it for the entire
semester except in cases where changes are recommended by the school
nurse or the Human Resources Office. Should a student receive
opportunities for more favorable employment at another department on
campus during the semester, the transfer must be made through the Human
Resources Office and the two employing departments. A student must
NOT drop his/her work schedule without notifying the Human Resources
Office.
Students can work part-time while they are in school. They can work
full-time during the summer and other vacation periods. The basic pay rate
is no less than the current minimum wage. The rate varies depending on
the skill and experience needed for the job.
Students who work more than 20 hours per individual week or who are
enrolled for less than 12 credit hours will have Social Security taxes (FICA)
withheld from their earnings.
Students may work off campus; however, permission may be withheld for
off-campus employment that could be detrimental to a student's health or
character development.
International Student Labor Regulations
International students on non-immigrant visas are required by law to
secure permission before accepting any off-campus employment. Foreign
students with student visas are allowed to work on campus up to 20 hours a
week. Spouses may work only if they have student visas of their own or have
immigrant visas.
Student Payroll Policies and Procedures
Students will receive 25% of their net earnings for tithe and personal
items.
Students who receive Federal Work-Study earnings will receive 100% of
their net earnings unless they give written permission for their earnings to be
applied to their student account or they voluntarily return their earnings to be
applied to their student account.
The payroll period normally covers a two-week time period and students
are paid every other Friday. Students must wait until they receive their
earning statements before they are allowed to withdraw any additional cash
from earnings.
It is recommended that on-campus summer earnings remain on the
students' accounts to accumulate toward their advance payment.
Student Workers' Compensation Insurance
As provided by the laws of the State of Tennessee, the University carries
workers' compensation insurance to protect all employees in case of
work-related accidents.
Summer Work Incentive Program
The following incentive program applies only to residence hall students
working on campus.
1. Work supervisors may recommend raises for a student's summer
wage within the pre-set wage rate scale.
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2. Two-thirds of the residence hall student's summer rent will be refunded
after registration for the fall term, provided:
a. A minimum of 300 hours of summer work is completed.
b.The student is enrolled for at least six credit hours for the fall term.
STUDENT FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Student Responsibility for University Expenses
The Student Finance Office will assist students in their financial planning.
Financial aid is available to qualified recipients in the form of scholarships,
grants, loans, and work opportunities. However, responsibility for payment of
University expenses rests with the student, regardless of any assistance
which may be expected or received from federal financial aid, parents,
Southern Adventist University, denominational employers, or any other
source.
Before registering, each student must submit a Payment Contract to the
Student Finance Office signed by the student indicating acknowledgment of
this responsibility.
Information on student costs and means of paying those costs is given
throughout this "Financial Policies" section of the catalog to assist students in
financial planning. Student financial responsibility includes awareness of
this information.
Student Account Cash Withdrawals
Students who have sufficient financial aid to cover their tuition and books,
live out of the residence halls, and have a no-charge ID card may receive
more than 25% of their earnings. Those whose parents have paid the
semester or year in advance and have written permission from their parents
may also receive more than 25% of their earnings.
Students who receive Federal Work-Study earnings will receive 100% of
their earnings unless they give written permission for their earnings to be
applied directly to their student account.
Parents wishing to provide a student with cash for personal expenses
should use a means other than depositing funds to the student's account.
(See Student Banking below.)
Although the Cashier's Office honors VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and
American Express cards for making payments on a student's account, no
cash withdrawal service from these cards is available. This service may
be obtained from a local bank.
Student Check Cashing
Students are encouraged to use their home banks or a local area bank for
their personal financial services. SAU does not cash personal checks.
Student Banking
For the convenience of students and/or their financial sponsors, no-fee
banking is available at the Collegedale Credit Union located in Fleming Plaza
on the University campus. Service is provided six days each week. With a
$50 savings account students can open a no-fee checking account with no
minimum balance. Several commercial banks close to the campus
community provide similar opportunities.
Student Personal Effects Liability
When determining what to bring to campus, students should remember
that the University is not responsible for the personal effects of any student
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even though such effects may be required by the University for student use,
or required by the University to be stored in a designated location.
University-carried insurance does not insure the personal effects of any
individual. The University recommends that students consider carrying
insurance against possible losses.
FEES AND CHARGES
Advance Payment
All students must pay an advance payment of at least $2,500 of their fees
and charges before registering for the fall semester (or $1,250, if registering
for the first time for the winter semester).
Students taking less than six credit hours must pay the full amount in
advance or pay the required $2,500 advance payment. No discount is
available for students who fall in this category.
The following fees and charges apply only to undergraduate students on
the Collegedale campus. Information concerning graduate student charges
is available
in the Graduate Catalog. Students should contact off-site campuses directly
for information about their costs.
Tuition and General Fee Charges
Tuition per semester hour (1-1 1 hours) $ 500.00
Tuition for 12-16 semester hours (flat fee) 5,920.00
Tuition for each semester hour over 16 380.00
Tuition for each semester hour of summer school 380.00
'General Fee per semester (charged to each student enrolled for 6 or more hours)1 90.00
Special Fees and Charges
The following special fees and charges are assessed separately
inasmuch as they may not apply to all students nor do they occur regularly:
Add/Drop fee 20.00
Administrative Drop Fee 100.00
Application for admission (non-refundable) 25.00
Audit tuition per semester hour (not included as part of 12-16 hour charges) 250.00
Automobile parking fee (per semester):
Residence hall students 40.00
Village students 30.00
Motorcycle parking fee 30.00
Reinstatement of registration 100.00
Collegedale Academy student tuition Vfe reg. rate
Commitment deposit 200.00
Continuing education units 10.00
Dual enrollment online V2 reg. rate
Examinations:
Challenge or waiver 50.00
CLEP 50.00
Credit by examination (per hour) recording fee 40.00
TOEFL 25.00
Rescheduling midterm or final 65.00
Graduation fee 60.00
"'Graphic Design fee (per semester) 600.00
Incomplete grade recorded 20.00
Insufficient funds check fee and penalty 20.00
"""Insurance (Estimate Only):
Student only 480.00
Spouse only 1,360.00
Child only 530.00
All Children (2 or more) 1,010.00
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Lab Fees:
Lab Fee 1 13.00
Lab Fee 2 54.00
Lab Fee 3 75.00
Lab Fee 4 150.00
Late Registration 35.00
Late return of organizational uniform 40.00
(The full cost will be charged if irreparably damaged or not returned.)
Lost residence hall key or replacement:
Talge Hall 25.00
Thatcher Hall 25.00
Lost student I.D. or replacement (must be cash payment) 5.00
Medical Technology recording fee (senior year) 55.00
Nursing Consortium per hour 150.00
RN Update 300.00
Packing and Moving Fee 75.00
Residence Hall Deposit 150.00
Residence Hall rent per semester 1,080.00
Transcript Fees:
Same day service 8.00
Single request for six or more 8.00
Overnight service 15.00
*Fee is used for computer technology, academic transcripts, and registration.
**AII declared Graphic Design, 3D Animation, and Film Production Majors.
***Estimated annual fee that is subject to change by insurance company.
Approved Items to Charge to Student Account
Any charges to a student's account, outside of the normal educational
expenses, must be approved by the Student Finance Office. Examples of
charges which will not be approved are student club dues and departmental
or class tours.
Advance Payment
An advance payment of $2,500 of the student's fees and charges is
required before registration, with $1,250 being held for second semester.
For new students entering second semester the advance payment is $1,250,
and all other appropriate charges are applicable.
Scholarships and denominational tuition subsidy may not be used as part
of the advance payment, with the exception of the Student Missionary
Scholarship, HHES, and the summer camp scholarship.
Food Service Charges
The cafeteria plan of boarding allows residence hall students the privilege
of choosing food and paying only for what is selected. Students are
encouraged to eat healthfully while eating at the cafeteria, Campus Kitchen,
or KR's Place. Residence hall students are required to pay the minimum
cafeteria charge of $160 per month which will be prorated for vacations and
holidays. No minimum charge is made during the summer months.
Village students may charge food at the cafeteria, Campus Kitchen, and
KR's Place as long as their school accounts are paid monthly by the due
date. Should a village student account become 30 days past due the
privilege of charging food will be withdrawn.
Books and School Supplies Charges
Books and school supplies may be charged at the Campus Shop. A
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student may charge up to a maximum allowable amount for books. A
separate maximum applies to school supplies and miscellaneous items.
Students may not charge items from the Adventist Book Center or other
book stores to their student accounts.
Nursing Education Deposit and Fees
Upon acceptance to the clinical nursing program, students are required to
send a deposit of $380 to hold their placement in the class. Requests for
refund must be made through the School of Nursing no later than August 1.
All A.S. nursing classes will have a $150 Nursing Education fee assessed
per class, and B.S. nursing classes will have a $54 Nursing Education fee
assessed per class.
Music Lesson Fees
Private music instruction is available to all students through the School of
Music. Students enrolled in lessons will be charged $150 per semester hour
(14 half-hour lessons) in addition to tuition (regular or audit rate).
Excused absences may be made up at the discretion of the teacher if
previous arrangements have been made. Lessons falling on holidays or
during vacations will not be made up unless this results in the student having
fewer than 1 4 lessons for the semester.
International Student Deposit
In addition to the regular University costs, international students must
provide an International Student Deposit of $3,000 U.S. This applies to all
international students except documented permanent residents of the U.S. or
residents of Canada and Bermuda. The deposit must be received by the
Accounting Office before a U.S. Immigration Form I-20 is sent to the
prospective student for entry to the U.S. Because mail service from many
foreign countries takes time, this deposit should be sent at least six weeks
prior to enrollment. This deposit, once paid, remains untouched (with interest
paid once a year at the rate of two percent) until the student graduates,
withdraws from SAU, or is unable to pay his or her student account, at which
time the international deposit will be applied to the student's account. If the
student's account has been paid in full, the deposit will be refunded after the
final statement is issued.
Health and Accident Insurance
University policy requires all students to have adequate accident and
health insurance covering both inpatient and outpatient services. The same
coverage is encouraged for all spouses and dependents. All students who
are taking six or more hours (three or more hours during any summer
session) or who are living in University housing will automatically be enrolled
in the University health and accident plan at the time of registration, and will
continue to be enrolled each successive fall semester until a waiver form is
signed. Students who have signed a waiver form may later request
enrollment at any time. The student may sign a waiver form indicating s/he
does not want the University insurance because:
11. The student has
adequate US insurance coverage equal to or
better than the University insurance plan.
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12 . The student is covered
under the SDA denominational health care
plan.
13 . The student does not
live in University-owned housing and is
taking less than six semester hours of class
work during the fall and winter semesters
or less than three hours of class work in
the summer.
Once a waiver is signed, it will remain in
effect until coverage is revoked and coverage
is requested in writing to the SAU Risk
Management Department. The student will not
be automatically enrolled for insurance, and
the University will not be responsible for any
medical claims or expenses once a waiver is
signed.
A refund of the premium is allowed only upon
entry into the military services.
Residence Hall/Campus Housing Charges
Residence Hall Costs
Room charges are based on two students
occupying one room. Residence hall
accommodations costs for each individual are
$2,160 for the school year. Charges are made
on a semester basis beginning in August and
January. A student may, upon application to
the residence hall dean, be allowed to room alone
at a cost of $3,240. Residence hall students
living in the Southern Village apartments are
charged $2,360 for the school year. If
sufficient rooms are available, s/he requires
approval from the Student Finance Office. It
is the student' s responsibility to have arranged
for a roommate unless specific arrangements have
been made to room alone. No pets, firearms,
or weapons are allowed in the residence hall.
No refunds are made for vacation periods or
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absences from the campus. When a student
withdraws, a prorated portion of the semester
charge, beginning with the date of non-occupancy
of the room, will be refunded.
Residence Hall Deposit and Deposit Refund
A room deposit of $150 is required of each
resident. To guarantee a room in the residence
hall, payment of this deposit must be made by
July 15. After July 15, no room is held for a
student whose deposit has not been paid. This
deposit should be sent directly to Southern
Adventist University and is held in reserve
until the student graduates and/or permanently
moves out of the residence hall. The deposit
is in addition to any other payment, and is
refundable if requested before July 15.
University Apartment Costs
University-owned apartments may be rented by
students taking a minimum of six hours each
semester (preference is given to married
students) . The apartments range in size from
two to six rooms and are rented furnished or
unfurnished. Rents range from $284 to $600 and
will be charged by semester in August and
January. Rent will be charged monthly during
the summer. Charges are based on the date of
issue and return of keys and proper clearance
with the office of the Vice President for
Financial Administration. No pets, firearms,
or weapons are allowed in University housing.
University Apartment Deposit and Deposit
Refund
Married students and single students over 23
years of age renting an apartment from the
University must pay a housing deposit of $300
to reserve an apartment. This housing deposit
is due before occupancy and is sent directly
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to Southern Advent ist University. The deposit
is in addition to any other payment.
If a student gives notice before August 1 that
s/he will not be attending, the housing deposit
will be refunded. Damage or cleaning charges
may also be charged to the student's account
if the deposit is insufficient to cover these
costs .
The housekeeping supervisor at the Service
Department will determine whether the apartment
has been left clean and undamaged. A packing
and moving fee may be charged as necessary.
Adventist Colleges Abroad Fees
Students wishing to apply for study abroad
under the Adventist Colleges Abroad (ACA)
program must follow the procedures listed below:
1. Obtain an ACA application from Southern Adventist University's
Admissions Office or Modern Languages Department.
2. Complete and return the ACA application to the Modern Languages
Department.
3. Follow one of the following payment plans:
a. Pay the total amount of tuition, room, board, hospital and accident
insurance, personal account deposit, and tour deposit of the
chosen school by August 1 .
b. Semester System: Pay one-half of the total charges and tour
charge by August 1. The remaining one-half must be paid by
November 1.
c. Quarter System: Pay one-third of the total charges and tour
charge by August 1; one-third by November 1; and the remaining
one-third by February 1 .
4. Make all payments by cash, check, money order, or credit card.
University funded scholarships are not available for ACA students, nor
will they receive a family rebate. When planning their finances for the ACA
program students must:
1 . Have their Southern Adventist University account paid to date.
2. Have completed all necessary paperwork for federal financial
assistance and received a financial aid award letter before August 1 if
relying on financial aid.
3. Subtract tuition assistance and/or federal financial aid from the total
ACA charges due.
4. Pay SAU for charges before the University makes payment to ACA. If
payment is not received, students will be sent back from ACA.
ESTIMATED STUDENT BUDGET (SAU Campus)
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Residence Hall
Hall
Student
Semester Year
Tuition (12-16 hrs/semester)
$ 5,920
$11,840
$5,920 $11,840
General Fee
190 380
Residence Hall Rent
1,080 2,160
Food (monthly average $244
J
monthly minimum charge
$160) 975 1,950
Books and School Supplies
450 900
Non
Residence
Total Estimated Costs* $8,615 $17,230
Semester Year
190
450
380
900
,560 $13,120
Student
(Health insurance, automobile parking, and Campus Shop personal purchases are in
addition, if applicable.)
'With financial aid and/or labor, this total figure can be substantially reduced.
SAU REFUND POLICIES
Refund for Complete or Partial Withdrawal
Residence hall and University apartment refunds are prorated according
to the number of days the student occupies the room subtracted from the
number of days charged.
A student who withdraws from school completely during the semester will
receive a tuition and general fee refund based on the date the completed
withdrawal form with all required signatures is filed with the Records and
Advisement Office.
Tuition refunds are calculated as follows:
1 week
1 00%
2 nd and 3 rd weeks
80%
4 th and 5 lh weeks
60%
6 th and 7 lh weeks
40%
8 lh week
0%
Music lesson refunds are also calculated according to the above policy.
Refund for Shortened School Term Withdrawal
7sT
1 two school days
3 rd and 4 th school days
5 th day through end of term
1 00%
60%
0%
Refund of Credit Balances
Credit balances are refundable, upon request from financial sponsor, 30
days after the monthly statement is received for the last month the student
was in school in order to be certain that all charges have been processed.
For example, if a student drops out of school in December, a full credit
refund would not be made until after the January statement is prepared
during the first week of February. When the credit balance is large, a portion
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may be refunded earlier upon request to the Student Finance Office.
If the student has a credit balance caused by a financial aid over-award,
the necessary credit will be applied to the aid funds, according to the
Financial Aid Refund Policy described on page 283. If any credit remains, it
will be refunded as described above.
METHODS OF PAYMENT
The following methods of payment are available. Families who do not
enroll in one of these payment plans must pay the amount due indicated on
the student's monthly statement each month by the due date.
If a check is returned by a bank for insufficient funds, account closed, or
any other reason, a $20 returned check fee will be assessed to the student's
account. This forfeits the privilege of paying by check.
Discount Policy
Year in Advance/Guaranteed Tuition Plan — SAU offers a five percent
discount if payment is made by cash or check and a three percent discount if
payment is made by credit card or Parent Plus Loan.
Semester in Advance — SAU offers a three percent discount if payment is
made by cash or check and a one percent discount if payment is made by
credit card.
Monthly Payment by 23 rd of Month — SAU offers a one percent discount
if payment is made by cash or check. No discount is offered if payment is
made by credit card.
A worksheet for each student desiring the prepayment discount must be
completed by the Student Finance Office.
Payment Plans I and III — Cash in Advance
Students choosing to pay the semester or year in advance must, on or
before registration, pay the full amount required by the plan, less any
advance payments
or credits. Amounts paid as a result of scholarships, grants, and/or student
loans are excluded from the amount on which the discount is allowed.
Payment Plan II — Guaranteed Tuition Plan
The University will guarantee to the student that tuition will remain
constant under the following provisions:
I.This plan is not available to students receiving financial aid. However,
parents taking a Parent Plus Loan may include this amount in their
payment.
2. The tuition rate in effect at the time of the first contract (including
beginning second semester) will remain in effect until the student
graduates. The student must maintain full-time continuous registration,
not to exceed four years, excluding a one-year leave of absence which
may be given for Student Missionaries, ACA, or Task Force Workers.
This plan is not applicable to summer school.
3. Total estimated cost for the year must be paid prior to or at fall
registration.
4. Any cash withdrawals will void the contract.
5. Participants in this plan are eligible for a discount according to the
Discount Policy on the total estimated cost the first year of participation
only (calculated as in Payment Plan I). The next years, the tuition rate
will remain the same as year one, and the appropriate discount will be
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given on general fee, room, board, and books only.
6. Dependents of denominational workers may deduct the denominational
tuition assistance when making their payment; however, the tuition
assistance must be received by the University from either the
denominational employer or the denominational worker within two
months after registration or the contract is void.
7. Student earnings may be withdrawn from the student's account and will
not reduce the amount to be paid.
8. Costs in excess of the total estimated amount to be paid will be billed
monthly and should be paid on a monthly basis or the contract is void.
9. Should the estimated cost be less than the amount paid, the credit will
be refunded after June 1 .
10. If the payment contract is broken for any of the above reasons, or the
student withdraws during the school year, the student may re-enter
Payment Plan II based on the tuition rate of enrollment for the new
year.
This plan only guarantees the tuition rate — not the room, board, books,
and other miscellaneous charges. The student/financial sponsor must
pre-pay each year the total estimated costs no later than the last day of
registration.
Payment Plan IV — Monthly Payments
A monthly payment plan is available for the 2002-2003 academic year
through the Student Finance Office. All students on the monthly payment
option must pay an advance payment of $2,500.
Credit Card Payments
The Cashier's Office honors VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American
Express and debit (if card owner is present) cards for making payments on a
student's account. There are different discount rates when making payments
by credit card. (See Discount Policy p. 293) No cash withdrawal service
is available from these cards — this service may be obtained from a local
bank.
When using a credit card to pay on an account, the following information
must be supplied: 1) name of credit card being used; 2) cardholder's name;
3) credit card number; 4) expiration date; 5) student's name and ID number;
6) amount to be charged on card; and, 7) the billing address of the credit
card.
Automatic Credit Card Payments
Payment through automatic credit card deductions may be arranged.
This arrangement is made through the Student Finance Office. A signed
written request for automatic credit card deductions, stating the amount to be
deducted, the date each month the deduction should be made, the amount
to be deducted each month, and the billing address of the credit card will be
required.
Personal Check Payments
Payments made to a student's account by personal check should have
the student's University personal identification number (ID number) written
on the check. If the ID number is not written on the check when it is
received by SAU, it will be written on the check by an SAU employee for
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posting purposes.
BILLING PROCEDURES
Monthly Statements
Statements will show all monthly/semester charges and credits and will
be mailed to students on or before the 13 th of each month. The minimum
payment is due the 28 th of each month. In some cases, the statement may
take an extended about of mail time to reach the parent or financial sponsor.
It is the responsibility of the student to communicate the minimum due to the
parents/financial sponsor in these cases. If the minimum payment due is
received on or before the 23 rd , a one percent discount may be subtracted
from the payment. Students who do not pay by the 28 th will be assessed a
$25 late fee. Students who do not pay within three weeks after the 28 th will
have their ID cards deactivated. Students' registrations will be canceled if
payment is not received within four weeks after the 28 th . Those wishing to
re-enroll must then pay the entire semester's estimated expenses, and a
$100 reinstatement of registration fee.
Before registering for a new semester, the student account balance must
be paid in full.
Tuition Assistance
Please notify Student Finance if either parent is eligible for tuition
assistance from an employer. Indicate whether the employer is an
educational institution or
some other organization. Upon receiving this information, Student Finance
will bill the parent's employer for the appropriate amount. It is still the
responsibility of the parents to ensure that the tuition assistance is paid by
their employer. If a student receives an award letter that does not include
tuition assistance, but that student is eligible for tuition assistance, the award
letter must be adjusted. Please notify the Student Finance Office if this is
the case.
Transcript Requests for Currently Enrolled Students
It is the policy of the University to withhold transcripts if a student has an
unpaid or past-due account at the school, or any unpaid account for which
the University has co-signed.
An official grade transcript will be issued for a currently enrolled student
when the student's account is current according to the payment plan the
student is on. Exceptions may be considered to receive an official grade
transcript when the account is current except for a pending disbursement of
a Federal student loan. A student's failure to comply with instructions can
delay the release of a transcript.
When payment is made by personal check, the transcript will be held for
ten working days to allow the check to clear. TO EXPEDITE THE RELEASE
OF THESE DOCUMENTS, THE STUDENT SHOULD SEND A MONEY
ORDER, CASHIER'S CHECK, OR PAY BY CREDIT CARD TO COVER
THE BALANCE OF THE ACCOUNT WHEN REQUESTING THE
DOCUMENTS. Under provisions of federal loan programs, Southern
Adventist University withholds any records when payments for these loans
become past due or are in default.
COLLECTION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Accounts Collection Policy
Students completing or terminating their studies with the University are
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required to pay their balance in full prior to leaving. Payments due on
non-current accounts that are not received by the last working day of the
month will be charged a one percent service charge.
When a student who was enrolled first semester does not enroll second
semester and has left with an unpaid account, that account will be
designated a non-current student account and will be reported to Experian, a
credit bureau, as of February 15.
When a student leaves at the end of second semester who does not
return for the summer session, the account will be designated a non-current
student account as of June 15 and reported to Experian.
When a student leaves at the end of second semester with an unpaid
account and plans to return the following year, the student will have until
June 28 to bring the account current. If the student decides not to return,
then this account will be designated a non-current account as of September
15 and reported to Experian.
At the time any account is designated non-current, a carrying charge of
one percent per month will apply.
When a non-current account is 90 days past due and neither satisfactory
payments nor communication have been received, and unsuccessful
attempts have been made by the SAU Student Finance Office to contact the
individual, the account will be submitted to a collection agency or attorney.
If the University deems it necessary to employ a collection agency or an
attorney to collect defaulted accounts, all charges for these services,
including court costs, if incurred, will be added to unpaid bills.
Policy on Transcript, Diploma, and Test Score Requests for Non-current
Students
It is the policy of the University to withhold transcripts, diplomas, test
scores, certificates of completion, and other records if a student has an
unpaid or past-due account at the school or (if a federal loan borrower) has
not completed an Exit Interview.
Official grade transcripts for non-enrolled students will be issued only
after students' accounts are paid in full and when there are no delinquencies
in the payment of student loans. No exceptions will be made.
When payment is made by personal check, the transcript will be held for
ten working days to allow the check to clear. TO EXPEDITE THE RELEASE
OF THESE DOCUMENTS, THE STUDENT SHOULD SEND A MONEY
ORDER, CASHIER'S CHECK OR PAY BY CREDIT CARD TO COVER
THE BALANCE OF THE ACCOUNT WHEN REQUESTING THE
DOCUMENTS. Under provisions of federal loan programs, Southern
Adventist University withholds any records when payments for these loans
become past due or are in default.
Policy on Legal Proceedings
Southern Adventist University shall not render services to former students
who may be involved in any legal proceedings, until court confirmation has
been received with regards to the legal actions taken.
Bankruptcy Policies and Procedures
Recognizing that the discharge of a debt through bankruptcy proceedings
prohibits a creditor from subsequently pursuing the collection of the debt, the
University, upon notification by the court of such filing, will comply with this
legal prohibition. No further services will be extended. The bankruptcy of
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the financial sponsor in no way changes the underlying financial obligation of
the student to pay his or her student account.
The Registry
B
OARD OF I R U S T E E S
Malcolm Gordon, Chair
Gordon Bietz
Tom Campbell
Richard Center
Joan Coggin
Ken Coonley
Edythe Cothren
Mel Eisele
Charles Fleming, Jr.
Julius Garner
GA-Cumb Conf President
Melanie Graves
R. R. Hallock
Lewis Hendershot
Scott Hodges
Dan Houghton
Bill Hulsey
William A. lies
Don Jernigan
A. David Jimenez
O. R. Johnson
Gerald Kovalski
Joseph McCoy
Members of the Executive Board
Honorary Trustees
Jay McElroy
Bill McGhinnis
* Ellsworth McKee
* James Ray
McKinney
Denzil McNeilus
V. J. Mendinghall
Georgia O'Brien
Frank B. Potts
Mark Schiefer
Volker Schmidt
Beverley Self
* Ward Sumpter
Joan M. Taylor
Willie Taylor
Dale Twomley
Martha Ulmer
John Wagner
Tom Werner
Jeff White
J. H. Whitehead
Greg Willett
Ed Wright
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NIVERSITY ADM IN IS T R A T 10 N
PRESIDENT
Gordon Bietz, D.Min. (1997) President
Information Systems
Henry Hicks, B.S. (1998) Executive Director, Information Systems
Mike McClung, B.A. (1996) Workstation Support Supervisor
Judy DeLay, B.A. (1982) Senior Programmer/Analyst
William Estep (1979) Client Services Manager
Merritt MacLafferty, M.A. (1980) Programmer/Analyst
Doru Mihaescu, B.S. (1997) Network Analyst
Herdy Moniyung, M.S. (1999) Programmer/Analyst
Clifford Williams, B.A. (1994) Programmer/Analyst
Institutional Research and Planning
Ruth Liu, Ed.D. (2000) Director, Institutional Research and Planning
ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION
Steve Pawluk, Ed.D (2002) Senior Vice President, Academic Administration
Katie Lamb, Ph.D. (1972) Associate Vice President, Academic Administration
Educational Technology Service
Merlin Wittenberg, M.Ed. (1984) Instructional Webmaster
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Library
Patricia Beaman, M.S.L.S. (1999) Associate Librarian
Frank DiMemmo, M.S. (1980) Media Librarian
Loranne Grace, M.L.S. (1970) Associate Librarian
Ann Greer, Ph.D. (1995) Associate Librarian
Katye Hunt, M.S.L.S. (1976) Director, ANGEL Program
Ron Miller, B.S. (1995) Assistant Director, Computer Support
Marge Seifert, M.L.S. (1999) Associate Librarian
Genevieve Steyn, M.lnf. (2001) Religious Resources Librarian
Records and Advisement
Joni Zier, M.S. Ed. (1993) Director, Records and Advisement
Sharon Rogers, M.Ed. (1977) Assistant Director, Records and Advisement
ADVANCEMENT
David Burghart, M.Mus.Ed. (1998) Vice President, Advancement
Alumni Relations
Carol Loree, M.A. (1999) Director, Alumni Relations
Development
Ken Norton, B.S. (1988) Director, Development
Patrice Hieb, A.S. (1998) Assistant Director, Development
Planned Giving
Paul Smith, M.Div. (1991) Director, Planned Giving
WSMC FM90.5
David Brooks, B.A. (2001) Director
Diana Fish (1996) Director, Development
FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION
Dale J. Bidwell, B.S. (1989) Senior Vice President, Financial Administration
Helen Durichek, B.A. (1986) Associate Vice President, Financial Administration
Martin Hamilton, B.A. (1998) Director, Property and Industry Development
Accounting and Financial Services
Jack Ferneyhough, B.S. (2000) Controller
David Huisman, C.P.A. (1992) Chief Accountant
Doug Frood, M.S. (2001) Senior Accountant
Teresa Gonzales, B.S. (1999) Senior Accountant
David Olson, M.B.A. (1995) Payroll Accountant
Human Resources
Pat Cloverdale, B.S. (2001) Director, Human Resources
Allen Olsen (1984) Manager, Risk Management
Industries
Jim Burrus (1993) Manager, Village Market
Wayne Janzen, Ed.D. (1992) Manager, Southern Carton Industry
William Vargas (1997) Manager, College Press
Rita Wohlers (1987) Manager, Campus Shop
Services
Mark Antone, A.S. (1984) Director, Landscape Services
Barry Becker (1993) Director, Transportation Services
Earl Evans, B.S. (1977) Director, Food Service
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Charles Lucas (1984) Director, Plant Services
Ed Lucas (1987) Director, Energy Management
Dennis Schreiner (1997) Director, Service
Clair Kitson (1989) Assistant Director, Plant Services
MARKETING AND ENROLLMENT SERVICES
Vinita Sauder, M.B.A. (1983) Vice President, Marketing and Enrollment Services
Admissions and Recruitment
Marc Grundy, M.B.A. (1996) Director, Enrollment Services
Jim Aumack, B.S. (1998) Admissions Adviser
Luminita lorga, B.A. (2001) Admissions Adviser
Stephanie Larsen , B.A. (2001) Admissions Adviser
Bert Ringer, M.Div. (1996) Admissions Adviser
Public Relations
Rob Howell, B.A. (2000) Director, Public Relations
Ingrid Skantz, B.S. (1990) Associate Director, Public Relations
Garrett Nudd B.S. (2000) Assistant Director, Public Relations
Student Finance
Marc Grundy, M.B.A. (1996) Director, Enrollment Services
Jack Harvey, B.A. (1998) Assistant Director, Student Finance
Jayne Wyche, A.S. (1980) Assistant Director, Student Finance
STUDENT SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
William Wohlers, Ph.D. (1973) Vice President, Student Services
Kari Shultz, M.A. (1999) Director, Student Life & Activities
Campus Chaplain
Ken Rogers, M.A. (1991) Chaplain
Campus Safety
Eddie Avant, B.S. (1998) Director, Campus Safety
Donald Hart, A.S. (1993) Associate Director, Campus Safety
Center for Learning Success
Sheila Smith, M.A. (1997) Director, Center for Learning Success
Blaine Dunzweiler, M.S.Ed. (1998) Learning Disabilities Specialist
Counseling and Testing
Jim Wampler, Ed.S. (1993) Director, Counseling and Testing
Midge Dunzweiler, M.S. (1993) Associate Director, Counseling & Testing
Health Service
Larry Howard, M.D. (1999) Physician
Sylvia Hyde, M.S.N., F.N. P. (1999) Director, Health Service
Residence Halls
Sharon Engel (1986) Dean of Women
Helen Bledsoe, B.S. (1984) Associate Dean of Women
Beverly Ericson, B.S. (1988) Associate Dean of Women
Kassandra Krause, B.S. (1987) Associate Dean of Women
D wight Magers, M.A. (1993) Dean of Men and Director of Residence Hall Housing
Jeffrey Erhard, M.A.T. (1997) Associate Dean of Men
Dennis Negron, M.A. (1993) Associate Dean of Men
John Sager, B.A. (2001) Assistant Dean of Men
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CHURCH PASTORS
Ed Wright, D.Min. (1985) Senior Pastor
Tim Cross, M.Div. (2002) Youth Pastor
Mike Fulbright, M.Div. (2000) Young Adult Pastor
Jim Herman, B.A. (1976) Senior Adult Pastor
Dwight Herod, M.Div. (1995) Family Ministries Pastor
Don MacLafferty, M.Div. (2002) Director of Kids in Discipleship Center
Duane Schoonard, M.A. (1998) Spiritual Nurture Pastor
TACULTY EMERITI
Ronald M. Barrow, Ph.D., Vice President Emeritus for Admissions and College
Relations
Douglas Bennett, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Religion
Joyce Cotham, M.B.Ed., Associate Professor Emerita of Office Administration
Thelma Cushman, M.A., Associate Professor Emerita of Home Economics
Kenneth R. Davis, M.A., Director Emeritus of Counseling and Testing
Donald Dick, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Speech Communication
Mary Elam, M.A., Associate Vice President Emerita of Academic Administration
Charles Fleming, Jr., M.B.A., Business Manager Emeritus
Cyril F. W. Futcher, Ed.D., Vice President Emeritus of Academic Administration
Orlo Gilbert, D.F.A., Professor of Music
Floyd Greenleaf, Ph.D., Vice President Emeritus of Academic Administration
Larry Hanson, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Mathematics
Ray Hefferlin, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Physics
Duane F. Houck, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Biology
Shirley Howard, M.S., Associate Professor Emerita of Nursing
Bonnie Hunt, M.S., Associate Professor Emerita of Nursing
K. M. Kennedy, Ed.D., Professor Emeritus of Education
H. H. Kuhlman, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Biology
Ed Lamb, M.S.S.W., Professor of Social Work and Family Studies
Evlyn Lindberg, M.A., Associate Professor Emerita of English
Robert Merchant, M.B.A., Treasurer Emeritus
Clifford Myers, Sr., Director Emeritus of Campus Safety
Louesa Peters, B.A., Associate Treasurer Emerita
Cyril Roe, Ed.D., Professor Emeritus of Education
Marvin Robertson, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Music
Cecil Rolfe, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Business Administration
Barbara Ruf, Ph.D., Professor Emerita of English
Kenneth M. Spears, M.B.A., Vice President Emeritus for Finance
William H. Taylor, M.A., Administrator Emeritus
Mitchell Thiel, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Chemistry
Wayne E. VandeVere, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Business Administration
Erma Webb, M.S., Associate Professor Emerita of Nursing
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Instructional I~a c u lt y
(Dates in parentheses indicate the beginning year of employment at Southern Adventist University.)
Carolyn Achata — M.S.N. , Associate Professor of Nursing
B.S., University of Miami; M.S.N., University of Tennessee, Memphis. (1994)
Steven Adams — Ed.S., Assistant Professor of Physical Education, Health and
Wellness
B.S. and B.A., Atlantic Union College; M.A., Hamline University; Ed.S., University of West
Georgia. (2002)
Pamela Ah If eld — M.S., Associate Professor of Nursing
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S., Georgia State University. (1990)
J. Bruce Ashton — D.M.A., Professor of Music
B.Mus., Capital University; M. Mus., American Conservatory of Music; D.M.A., University
of
Cincinnati. (1968)
Joyce L. Azevedo — Ph.D., Professor of Biology
B.S., Union College; M.A. and Ph.D., University of California, Riverside. (1992)
George P. Babcock — Ed.D., Professor of Education, Director, Institute of Leadership
and Ruth
McKee Chair Professor
B.A., Columbia Union College; M.A. and Ed.D., Andrews University. (1991)
W. Scott Ball — Ph.D., Dean and Professor of Music
B.Mus, Arizona State University; M.A. and M.Div., Andrews University; Ph.D., Ohio State
University. (2000)
Lorraine Ball — M.S., Assistant Professor of Journalism and Communication
B.A., Atlantic Union College; M.S., Clark University. (2001)
Desiree Batson — M.S.N. , Associate Professor of Nursing
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S.N., University of Wisconsin, Madison. (1997)
Stephen Bauer — M.Div., Associate Professor of Religion
B.A., Atlantic Union College; M.Div., Andrews University. (1999)
Patricia Beaman — M.S.L.S., Associate Professor of Library Science
B.A., La Sierra University; M.S.L.S., University of Southern California. (1999)
John Beckett — M.B.A., Associate Professor of Computing
B.S and M.B.A., Southern Adventist University. (1975)
Robert Benge — Ph.D., Associate Professor of Physical Education, Health and
Wellness
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S.Ed., Old Dominion University; Ph.D., University of
New Mexico. (1998)
Krystal Bishop — Ed.D., Professor of Education
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B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.A. and Ed.D., University of South Florida, Tampa.
(1996)
Kevin Brown — Ph.D., Associate Professor of Mathematics
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S. and Ph.D., University of Central Florida. (1999)
Jared Bruckner — D.Sc, Dean and Professor of Computing
B.A., Andrews University; M.S., Illinois Institute of Technology; M.S., Worcester
Polytechnic Institute; D.Sc, University of Massachusetts at Lowell. (1995)
Charles D. Burks — Ph.D., Professor of Psychology
B.A. Evangel College; M.S., University of Nebraska, Omaha; Ph.D., Florida State
University. (1998)
Rachel Byrd — Ph.D., Associate Professor of English
B.A., Pacific Union College; M.A., Shippensburg University; Ph.D., University of Maryland.
(1998)
Lynn Caldwell — M.A., Associate Professor of Journalism and Communication
B.S., Andrews University; M.A., Western Michigan University. (1999)
Ken Caviness — Ph.D., Professor of Physics
B.S., Southern Adventist University; Ph.D., University of Massachusetts at Lowell. (1996)
Denise R. Childs — M.A., Assistant Professor of Communication
B.A., Walla Walla College; M.A., Washington State University. (1998)
Ron E. M. Clouzet — D.Min., Dean and Professor of Ministry and Evangelism
B.A., Loma Linda University, La Sierra; M.Div., Andrews University; D.Min., Fuller
Theological
Seminary. (1993)
Myrna Colon — Ph.D., Professor of Education
B.A. and M.A., University of Puerto Rico; Ed.S. and Ph.D., Andrews University. (2001)
Gerald Colvin, Ph.D., Ed.D., Professor of Education and Psychology
B.A., Union College; M.Ed, and Ed.D., University of Arkansas; Ph.D., University of
Georgia.
(2002)
Randall Craven — M.S., Instructor of Visual Art and Design
B.A., University of Missouri, Kansas City; M.S., Southern Adventist University. (2000)
Lisa Clark Diller — Ph.D., Associate Professor of History
B.A., Southern Adventist University; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Chicago. (2002)
Ganoune Diop — Ph.D., Professor of New Testament Studies
B.A. and M.A., Saleve University; Diploma, Maitrise en Philologie et Histoire de L'Orient
Ancien, Institut Catholique De Paris; Ph.D., Andrews University. (2000)
Alberto dos Santos — Ed.D., Dean, Professor of Education and Psychology and
Reynolds
Chair Professor of Education
B.A., University of South Africa; Diploma, Orion Institute of Switzerland; M.A. and Ed.D.,
Andrews University. (1995)
Joan dos Santos — M.A., Associate Professor of English
B.S., Adventist University; M.A., Andrews University. (1995)
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Janene Dunston, M.S.W., Assistant Professor of Social Work
B.S.W., Southern Adventist University; M.S.W., Walla Walla College. (2001 )
Denise Dunzweiler — Ph.D., Associate Professor of Education
B.A. La Sierra University; M.A., Sonomo State University; Ph.D., Andrews University.
(1996)
David Ekkens — Ph.D., Professor of Biology
B.A. and M.A., Andrews University; Ph.D., Loma Linda University. (1990)
Richard Erickson — M.B.A., Associate Professor of Business and Management
B.S. and M.B.A., Austin Peay State University. (1984)
L. Ann Foster — Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biology
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S. and Ph.D., University of N. Texas. (1996)
Bonnie Freeland — M.S.N. Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S.N., University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
(1998)
H. Robert Gadd — Ph.D., C.P.A., Professor of Business and Management and
VandeVere
Chair Professor of Accounting
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.B.A., University of Maryland at College Park;
Ph.D., University of Texas at Arlington. (2000)
Holly Gadd — Ph.D., Professor of Nursing
B.S., Andrews University; M.S., Loma Linda University; F.N. P., Midwestern State
University Ph.D., Texas Woman's University. (2000)
Philip G. Garver — Ed.D., Dean and Professor of Physical Education, Health and
Wellness
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S., Eastern Michigan University; Ed.D., University
of
Tennessee, Knoxville. (1976)
David Gerstle — Ph.D., Professor of Nursing
B.S., Union College; M.S.N., University of Texas, Arlington; Ph.D., University of
Tennessee,
Knoxville. (1994)
David George — B.A., Instructor of Visual Art and Design
B.A., Southern Adventist University. (1999)
Judith Glass — M.Mus., Professor of Music
B.Mus. and M.Mus., University of Texas at Austin. (1 975)
Loranne Grace — M.L.S., Associate Professor of Library Science
B.S., Walla Walla College; M.L.S., University of Washington. (1970)
Zachary Gray — B.S., Instructor of Visual Art and Design
B.S., Southern Adventist University. (2000)
Jon Green — Ph.D., Professor of Education
B.A., La Sierra College; M.S., Loma Linda University; M.A., Andrews University;
Ph.D., Georgia State University. (1989)
Ann Greer — Ph.D., Associate Professor of Library Science
B.G.S., Indiana University; M.L.I.S., Louisiana State University; Ph.D., Nova Southeastern
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University. (1995)
Leona Gulley — Ed.D., Professor of Psychology
B.S., Columbia Union College; M.A., Far East Theological Seminary; M.H.S.,
Philippine Union College; M.S., Andrews University; Ed.D., Vanderbilt University. (1978)
Norman Gulley — Ph.D., Professor of Religion
Diploma in Theology, Newbold College; B.A., Southern Adventist University; M.A. and
M.Div., Andrews University; Ph.D., University of Edinburg. (1978)
Safawo Gullo— D.V.M., Ph.D., Professor of Biology
M.S., Northeast Louisiana University; D.V.M., Kharkov Veterinary Institute; Ph.D.,
University of
Arkansas. (2000)
Rick Halterman — Ph.D., Professor of Computing
B.S., Florida Southern College; M.S., Florida Atlantic University; Ph.D., University of
Tennessee, Knoxville. (1987)
Jan Haluska — Ph.D., Professor of English
B.S., Pacific Union College; M.A., Andrews University; Ph.D., University of Tennessee,
Knoxville. (1981)
Brent Hamstra — Ph.D., Associate Professor of Chemistry
B.S., Andrews University; Ph.D., University of Michigan. (1999)
Chris Hansen — Ph.D., Professor of Physics
B.S., Southern Adventist University; Ph.D., Colorado State University. (1996)
Michael G. Hasel — Ph.D., Professor of Religion
B.A. and M.A., Andrews University; M.A and Ph.D., University of Arizona. (1998)
Carole Haynes — Ed.D., Professor of Education
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.Ed., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga;
Ed.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville. (1982)
Wayne Hazen — M.F.A., Dean and Professor of Visual Art and Design
B.F.A., Atlantic Union College; M.F.A., University of Notre Dame. (1997)
Volker Henning — Ph.D., Dean and Professor of Journalism and Communication
B.A., Southern Adventist University; M.Div., Andrews University; M.A., University of
Central Florida; Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville. (1989)
Debbie Higgens — M.A., Assistant Professor of English
B.A., Columbia Union College; M.A., Andrews University. (1993)
Lorella Howard — M.S.N. , Associate Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Southern Adventist University; M.S.N., Vanderbilt University. (1994)
Katye Hunt — M.S.L.S., Associate Professor of Library Science
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S.L.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville. (1976)
L. Phil Hunt — Ed.D., Dean and Professor of Nursing
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.Ed., Columbia University; Ed.D., Andrews
University.
(1995)
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Douglas Jacobs — D.Min., Associate Professor of Religion
B.A., Southern Adventist University; M.Div. and D.Min., Andrews University. (2002)
Barbara James — D.Sc.N., Professor of Nursing
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S.N., University of Texas, Arlington; D.Sc.N.,
University of Alabama, Birmingham. (1991)
John Keyes — Ph.D., Professor of Journalism and Communication
B.A., Asbury College; M.A., Central Michigan University; M.A.T., Andrews University;
M.L.S., Vanderbilt University; Ed.S., George Peabody College for Teachers; Ph.D.,
Indiana
University of Pennsylvania. (1 987)
Timothy Korson — Ph.D., Professor of Computing
B.A., Atlantic Union College; M.S., Ohio University; Ph.D., Georgia State University.
(1995)
Dana Krause — M.S., Associate Professor of Nursing
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S., Texas Woman's University. (1992)
Henry Kuhlman — Ph.D., Professor of Physics
B.A., Emmanuel Missionary College; M.A., Western Michigan University; Ph.D., Purdue
University. (1968)
Judson Lake — D.Min., Professor of Religion
B.A., Southern Adventist University; M.Div., Andrews University; D.Min., Reformed
Theological Seminary. (1997)
Katie A. Lamb — Ph.D., Associate Vice President for Academic Administration
B.S., Union College; M.S.N., University of Central Arkansas; Ph.D., University of
Tennessee,
Knoxville. (1972)
+Donn W. Leatherman — Ph.D., Professor of Religion
B.Th., Canadian Union College; M.Div., Andrews University; Ph.D., McGill University.
(1992)
Carlos G. Martin — Ph.D., Professor of Evangelism and Missions and E. G. White
Professor of
Religion
B.Div., River Plate College; M.A., Andrews University; M.Div and Ph.D., Southwestern
Baptist
Theological Seminary. (2001)
Ben McArthur — Ph.D., Professor of History
B.A., Andrews University; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Chicago. (1979)
Wilma McClarty — Ed.D., Professor of English
B.A. and M.A., Andrews University; Ed.D., University of Montana. (1972)
Frank Mirande — M.F.A., Associate Professor of Visual Art and Design
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.F.A., University of Florida. (2000)
'Robert Montague — M.B.A., C.P.A., Associate Professor of Business and
Management
B.S., Loma Linda University; M.B.A., University of Missouri. (1999)
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Robert Moore — Ed.D., Professor of Mathematics
B.A., Southern Adventist University; M.S., University of North Carolina; Ed.D., University of
Georgia. (1979)
"Jucinta Naylor, M.S.W., Instructor of Social Work and Family Studies
B.A., Southern Adventist University; M.S.W., Clark Atlanta University. (2000)
Heather Neal — M.A., Assistant Professor of Physical Education, Health and Wellness
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.A., Ball State University. (1995)
Laura Nyirady — M.S., Associate Professor of Nursing
B.S., Loma Linda University; M.S., Boston University. (1986)
Stephen A. Nyirady — Ph.D., Professor of Biology
B.A., Atlantic Union College; M.S. and Ph.D., Loma Linda University. (1986)
Cathy Olson — M.A., Assistant Professor of Education
B.A., Union College; M.A., Andrews University. (1996)
Cliff Olson — Ph.D., Professor of Business and Management
B.A., University of Northern Colorado; M.S. and Ph.D., Colorado State University.
(1989)
Joel Ongaro — Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biology
B.L.A., Spicer Memorial College; M.S., University of Poona; Ph.D., Lancaster
University. (2000)
Carlos H. Parra — Ph.D., Professor of Modern Languages
B.A., Weber State University; M.A., University of Utah, Ph.D., Duke University . (2000)
Ken Parsons — M.Mus., Associate Professor of Music
B.A. and B.Mus.., Walla Walla College; M.Mus., University of Oregon. (2000)
+Sabbatical beginning winter 2003
*Study Leave
Mark Peach — Ph.D., Professor of History
B.A., Walla Walla College; M.A., Washington State University; Ph.D., University of
Chicago. (1987)
Julie Penner — M.Mus., Associate Professor of Music
B.Mus., University of Idaho; M.Mus., Eastman School of Music. (1 993)
Dennis Pettibone — Ph.D., Professor of History
B.A., La Sierra College; M.A., Loma Linda University; Ph.D., University of California,
Riverside. (1988)
Helen Pyke — M.A., Associate Professor of English
B.A., Walla Walla College; M.A., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga. (1990)
Valerie L. Radu — M.S.W., Assistant Professor of Social Work and Family Studies
B.S.W., Southern Adventist University; M.S.W., Walla Walla College. (1999)
Bruce E. Rasmussen — M.Mus., Associate Professor of Music
B.Mus. and M.Mus., Andrews University. (2001)
Laurie Redmer-Minner — Associate Professor of Music
B.M., Atlantic Union College; M.M., New England Conservatory. (2000)
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Arthur Richert — Ph.D., Professor of Mathematics
B.A., Southern Adventist University; MA. and Ph.D., University of Texas. (1970)
MaryAnn Roberts — M.S.N. , Associate Professor of Nursing
B.S. and M.S.N., Andrews University. (1992)
Cyril Roe — Ed.D., Professor of Education
BA. and M.A., Pacific Union College; Ed.D., University of the Pacific. (1987)
Maria Roybal-Hazen — M.D., Assistant Professor of Visual Art and Design
B.A., Atlantic Union College; M.D., Montemorelos University. (1999)
Stephen Ruf — M.S., Assistant Professor of Journalism and Communication
B.S. and M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville. (1996)
Greg Rumsey, M.A., Associate Professor of Journalism and Communication
B.A., Southern Adventist University; M.A., University of Colorado. (2001)
Philip G. Samaan — D.Min.. Professor of Religion
B.A., Walla Walla College; M.Div., Andrews University; M.S.P.H. Loma Linda University;
D.Min., Andrews University. (1998)
Bruce Schilling — Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry
B.S., Andrews University; Ph.D., California Institute of Technology. (1996)
Richard Schwarz — B.S., Assistant Professor of Physical Education, Health and
Wellness
B.S., Andrews University. (2000)
Dean Scott — B.F.A., Assistant Professor of Visual Art and Design
B.F.A., Ferris State University. (2000)
Rhonda Scott-Ennis — Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry
B.S., Union College; Ph.D., University of California, Riverside. (1997)
Jim Segar — M.A., Professor of Business and Management
B.A., Andrews University; M.A., Central Michigan University. (1993)
Marge Seifert — M.S.L.S., Associate Professor of Library Science
B.S., Union College; M.A., Andrews University; M.S.L.S., University of Tennessee,
Knoxville.
(1999)
Marcus L. Sheffield — Ph.D., Professor of English
B.A., Pacific Union College; M.A., Andrews University; Ph.D., Michigan State University.
(1999)
Judy Sloan — M.S., Associate Professor of Physical Education, Health and Wellness
B.S., Union College; M.S., Central Washington University. (2001)
Keith Snyder — Ph.D., Professor of Biology
B.S. and M.S., Andrews University; Ph.D., Washington State University. (1995)
Shirley Spears — M.S., Associate Professor of Nursing
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S., University of Alabama, Birmingham. (1990)
Dennis Steele — M.B.A., C.P.A., Assistant Professor of Business and Management
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B.B.A., Southern Adventist University; M.B.A., Kennesaw State University. (1999)
Genevieve Steyn — M.lnf., Religious Resources Librarian
B.L.S. and M.lnf., University of South Africa. (2001)
Carleton Swafford — Ph.D., Professor of Education
B.A., Southern Adventist University; M.S. and Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
(1992)
Douglas Tilstra — M.Div.. Assistant Professor of Evangelism
B.A., Pacific Union College; M.Div., Andrews University. (2000)
Carmelita Troy — Ph.D., Professor of Business and Management
B.S. Pacific Union College; M.B.A., Andrews University; Ph.D., University of Maryland.
(2002)
Eduardo Urbina — D.Sc, Professor of Computing
B.S., Atlantic Union College; M.S., University of Evansville; D.Sc, University of
Massachusetts, Lowell. (1999)
Maria Urbina — M.S., Assistant Professor of Business and Management
B.S., Andrews University; M.S., Boston University. (2002)
William Van Grit — Ph.D., Professor of Modern Languages
B.A., Atlantic Union College; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Connecticut. (2002)
Donald Van Ornam — Ph.D., C.P.A., Dean and Professor of Business and
Management
B.A., La Sierra College; M.S., University of California, Los Angeles; Ph.D., Claremont
Graduate
University. (1997)
Dale Walters — M.S., Associate Professor of Technology
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.S., East Tennessee State University. (1988)
Neville Webster — D.Com., Professor of Business and Management
B.Com., M.Com., and D.Com., University of South Africa. (2002)
Penny Webster — Ph.D., Professor of Education and Psychology
B.A. and M.A., University of South Africa; Ph.D., Andrews University. (2002)
Jon Wentworth — M.B.A., Associate Professor of Business and Management
B.A., B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.B.A. University of Tennessee, Nashville.
(1996)
Brian Willard — Ph.D., Associate Professor of Computing
B.S., University of Central Florida; M.S. and Ph.D., Florida Institute of Technology. (1998)
John Williams — M.F.A., Associate Professor of Visual Art and Design
B.F.A., Art Center College of Design; M.F.A., Claremont Graduate School. (2002)
Ruth WilliamsMorris — Ph.D., Professor of Psychology
B.A., Oakwood College; M.A., Andrews University; Ph.D., University of Minnesota. (2000)
Judy Winters — M.N., Associate Professor of Nursing
B.S., Southern Adventist University; M.N., Emory University. (1990)
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William Wohlers — Ph.D., Professor of History/Vice President for Student Services
B.A., Walla Walla College; M.A., Andrews University; Ph.D., University of Nebraska.
(1973)
2002-03 University Co m m it t e e s
Administrative Committees
Administrative Council: Gordon Bietz, Chair
Admissions Committee: Vinita Sauder, Chair
Assessment and Effectiveness Review Committee: Ruth Liu, Chair
Employee Wellness Committee: Phil Garver, Chair
Faculty Promotions Committee: Katie Lamb, Chair
Financial Aid/Academic Progress Committee: Marc Grundy, Chair
Financial Appeals Committee: Marc Grundy, Chair
Financial Statement/Budget Review Committee: Gordon Bietz, Chair
Fund Raising Committee: David Burghart, Chair
Honorary Degrees Committee: Michael Hasel, Chair
Human Resources Committee: Dale Bidwell, Chair
Information Technology Advisory Committee: Gordon Bietz, Chair
International Student Subcommittee: Vinita Sauder, Chair
Key/Access Subcommittee: William Wohlers, Chair
Loans and Scholarships Committee: Marc Grundy, Chair
Marketing and Communication Council: Vinita Sauder, Chair
Naming Committee: David Burghart, Chair
Planned Giving Committee: David Burghart, Chair
Plant Committee: Helen Durichek, Chair
Promotional Tour Committee: Vinita Sauder, Chair
Safety/Fire Prevention Committee: William Wohlers, Chair
Strategic Planning Committee: Gordon Bietz, Chair
University Senate Committees
University Senate:
Ruth WilliamsMorris, Chair
University Senate Executive Committee:
Ruth WilliamsMorris, Chair
Ways & Means Committee:
, Chair
Academic Committees :
Academic Affairs Committee:
Steve Pawluk, Chair
Academic Review Subcommittee:
Steve Pawluk, Chair
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Academic Probation Monitoring
Subcommittee:
Blaine Dunzweiler, Chair
Advisement Subcommittee:
Sharon Rogers, Chair
Institutional Review Board:
Chris Hansen, Chair
a) Animal Care and Use
Subcommittee:
David Ekkens, Chair
b) Environmental Protection
Subcommittee:
Bruce Schilling, Chair
c) Human Participants in
Research Subcommittee:
Ann Foster, Chair
General Education Subcommittee:
Dennis Pettibone, Chair
Graduate Council:
Steve Pawluk, Chair
Honors Subcommittee:
(Southern Scholars):
Wilma McClarty, Chair
Instructional Resources
Subcommittee:
Helen Pyke, Chair
Screening Subcommittee:
Scott Ball, Chair
Spiritual Life Subcommittee:
Ken Rogers, Chair
Student Activities Subcommittee:
Kari Shultz, Chair
Student Media Board:
Stephen Ruf, Chair
Student Wellness Subcommittee:
Sylvia Hyde, Chair
Traffic Appeals Subcommittee:
Eddie Avant, Chair
Other University Committees:
Diversity Committee:
Safawo Gullo, Chair
President's Cabinet:
Gordon Bietz, Chair
Retention Committee:
Vinita Sauder, Chair
Student Personnel Subcommittee:
William Wohlers, Chair
Preprofessional Subcommittee:
Steve Pawluk, Chair
Sabbatical Subcommittee:
Steve Pawluk, Chair
Writing Subcommittee:
Volker Henning, Chair
Faculty Committees:
Faculty Affairs Committee:
Bruce Ashton, Chair
Distinguished Service Medallion
Subcommittee:
Joyce Azevedo, Chair
Social/Recreation Subcommittee:
Jim Aumack, Chair
Student Services Committees :
Student Services Committee:
William Wohlers, Chair
Disabilities Services Subcommittee:
Sheila Smith, Chair
Discipline Review Subcommittee:
William Wohlers, Chair
Film Subcommittee:
Judy Winters, Chair
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Index
Absences
Academ ic Advisem en I
Academ ic Calenda r 4
Academ ic Enrichm ent Services
Academic G r ie v a n c e P r o c e d u re
Academ ic Honesty
A cad e m ic H o n o rs
A cad e m ic P o licie s
A cad e m ic P ro b alio n and D is m issa
A cce pla n ce
A cad e m ic P ro b alio n 1 .
R e 9 u la r
A ceo u ntin g Courses
Accreditation and Memberships 8
A c t u a lia Studies 1 6 5
A d m iss io n
ACT Scores 1 0,11
A cad e m ic P ro b alio n Acceptance 1
A p p licatio n Fee 1 4
Business and M a n ag e m ent 1 3.75
Com puling 1 3,96
E d u catio n and Psychology 1 3,108
G enera! Requirem ents 1 1
G ra d u ate P ro g ra m 1 5
Home Schooled S tu d e n ts 1 1
Inte rnational S tudents 1 2
Music 1 3,180
N ursing 1 3,196
R e g u la r/G o od S ta n d in g Acceptance ...10
R eligion 1 3,219,222,223
SAT Scores 1 0,11
Secondary S u b je cts Required 1 1
S pe cia I S tu d e n ts 1 2
Teacher Education 13, 108
T ra n sle r Students 1 1
A dve ntist C o lieges A b road (A C A )
F in a n cia I P o licy 2 9 1
A Ifiliatio n s 4 8
A Hie d H e a 1 1 h P ro Ie ssio n s 5 2
A m e rica n Hum a n ic s 1 48, 149
Anderson Lecture S e rie s 2 1,82
A nesthesia 266
A n im alio n Courses 2 6 1
A p p licatio n Procedure 1 4
Argentina 1 70,172,174
A rt C o u rs e s 2 5 5
A rt H isto ry Courses 2 5 8
A ss o ciate Degree Programs
A ceo u ntin g 7 9
Allied H e a It h 52
Auto S e rvice 245 ,246
E n g in e e rin g S tu d ie s 1 2 9
G eneral Studies 264, 265
G ra p h ic D e s ig n 2 5 5
M e d ia Technology 1 5 5
N u rsing 1 9 5
P re -D e nlal H yg ie n e 5 5
Pre-Health Information A d m in istralio n ,5 6
P re -N u trilio n and D ie tetics 5 7
P re-0 ccupational Therapy 5 8
P re-Physical Therapy 5 9-61
P re -P h ysicia n A ss ista nt
P re -R e s p irato ry Therapy
Pre-Speech Language Pathology 8
A u d iolog y 62 ,
P re-S urgical P hysician Assistant .. 63,
R e lig io n 2
A u d itin g Courses
Bachelor ofArts D e g re e s
Archaeology 2
Art 2
A rt-T h e ra p y Em p h a s is 2
B io Io g y
B iology. Teacher C e rtilicatio n
B ro ad cast Journalism 1
Chen islry
C h e m islry, Teacher C e rtilicatio n
Com p u Ie r S cie n ce
E n g lish 1
E n g lis h , Teacher C e rtificatio n 1
French 1
French. Teacher C e rtilicatio n 1
H isto ry 1
Intercultural C om m un icatio n 1
Inte rd isc ip lin a ry 1
In te rn alio n a I S tu d ie s 1
French E m p h a s is 1
German E m p h a s is 1
Spanish E m p h a s is 1
Journalism (N e w s E d ito ria I) 1
Language Arts (Le ad in g to
L ice n s u re K -8 ) 1
M ath e m atics 1
M ath e m atics , T e a oh e r C e rtificatio n ,. 1
Physics 2
P h y s ics , T e ac h e r C e rtilicatio n 2
P sych o log y 1
P sych o log y (Leading to L ice n su re ,
K-B] 1
P u b lie R e latio n s 1
R e lig io u s E d u catio n 2
R e lig io u s S tu d ie s 2
S pan is h 1
Spanish, Teacher C e rtificatio n 1
Theology 2
B a c h e Io r of Business A d hi in istratio n
Accounting
Core R equirem ents
E n tre p re n e u rs h ip
Finance
Financial S e rvice s
International Business
M an a g e m e n I
M an a g e m e n t C o re
M arke
] a c h e Io
i a c h e Io
I a c h e Io
A ctu a
"9
ol Fine A rts 2
ol M u s ic C u rricu lu m 1
o f S cie n ce D e g re e s
a I S lu d ie s 1
A rt- G ra p h ic D e sig n 2
B io Io g y
INDEX
343
Biology, Biomedical Emphasis 67
Biophysics 212
Business Administration 78
Chemistry 90
Chemistry, Biochemistry Emphasis 90
Clinical Laboratory Science 52
Computer Information Systems 98
Computer Science 97
Computer Systems Administration 98
Family Studies 239
Film Production 254
Health Science 205
Interdisciplinary 145
Long-Term Care Administration 78
Mass Communication 153
Math & Science Studies
(Leading to Licensure 5-8) 1 16
Mathematics 164
Medical Science 264
Music 185
Nonprofit Administration and
Development 154
Nursing 195
Outdoor Education
(Leading to Licensure 5-8) 1 17
Physical Education 204
Physical Educ, Teacher Certification 204
Physics 212
Psychology 107
Web Publishing 155
Wellness Management 205
Bachelor of Social Work 239
Bankruptcy 297
Biology Courses 68
Board of Trustees 298
Executive Board 298
Bogenhofen 170
Botany Courses 69
Broadcasting Courses 157
Brock Hall 9
Business Administration Courses 82
Business Computer Information
Systems Courses 83
Cafeteria Charges 289
Campus Housing 291
Campus Safety 16
Canceled Classes 39
Career Services 16
Catalog, Importance of 2
Center for Learning Success 9, 22
Certificate Program 246
Auto Service Technician 246
Chamber Music Series 21
Changes in Registration 38
Chaplain's Office 16
Chemistry Courses 92
Class Attendance 44, 45
Class Standing 25
CLEP Exams 46
Cognate Courses 49
Collection Policy 296
Collonges 172
Communication Courses 158
Community Service 27
Computer Center 9
Rescheduling 44, 45
Special Fees 288
Waiver 45
Expenses 288
Computer Graphics Courses 259
Computer Science Courses 102
Computer Technology Courses 100
Concert-Lecture Series 17
Conduct Standards 19
Continuing Education 21, 47
Convocation Attendance 17, 45
Correspondence Work 46
Counseling and Testing Service 17
Course Load 39
Course Numbers 49
Course Sequence 48
Credit Cards 287, 293, 294, 295
Curriculum Chart 35-38
Daniells Hall 9
Dean's List 34
Degrees Offered 8
Associate Degrees 35
Listing of 35-38
Bachelor of Arts 34
Listing of 35-38
Bachelor of Business Admin 34, 76
Bachelor of Fine Arts 35, 252
Bachelor of Music Curriculum 35, 182
Bachelor of Science 34
Listing of 35-38
Bachelor of Social Work 35, 239
General Education Requirements.. 27-32
Major Requirements 34
Master's Degrees 15, 24, 34
Minor Requirements 25, 34
Degree Requirements 24, 25
Dental Hygiene 55
Dentistry 266
Dietetics 57
Dining, Campus Options 17
Diploma 296
Disabilities-Rehabilitation Act 17
Discipline 18
Dismissal 42
Distance Learning 8
Distinguished Dean's List 34
Dorm, See Residence Halls
E. A. Anderson Lecture Series 21
E. O. Grundset Lecture Series 21
Earth Science Course 216
Ecology Courses 69
Economics Courses 83
Education 105
Certification 111
Courses 121
Elementary 118
Secondary 112, 119
Employment Service 20
Engineering 129
Engineering Courses 130
English
Language Study 45, 133
Proficiency in 12, 133
English Courses 135
Examinations 44
Attendance 44, 45
CLEP 46
Credit by 46
Advance Payment 288, 289
Application Fee 14
Estimated Student Budget 292
Food Service 289
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Housing 19, 291
Late Registration 38, 288
Music Lessons 290
Special Fees and Charges 288
Student Costs 288
Tuition 288
Tuition Refunds 292
Extension Classes 14, 47
Facilities 9
Faculty 302
Committees 310
Directory 302
Emeriti 301
Fee Waivers 280
Film Production Courses 262
Finance Courses 84
Financial Information 272
Advance Payment 281
Aid 272, 281-283
Banking 287
Books 289, 292
Discount Policy 293
Family Rebate 280
Financial Aid Overawards 282
Grants 277, 279
Loans 277-279
Methods of Payment 293
Refund Policy 284
Repayment Policy 285
Satisfactory Academic Progress 283
Scholarships 272-276, 279
Veterans 279
Fleming Plaza 9
Florence Oliver Anderson Lecture Series21
Food Service 289
Foreign Study 170
French Courses 175
Freshman Standing 10
GED 10
General Education Requirements 27-32
General Studies 264, 265
Geography Courses 144
German Courses 176
Goals 6
Grading System 40
Graduate Degrees
Business 15, 76
Computing 15, 95, 97
Education 15, 105, 106
Nursing 15
Religion 15
Graduation Requirements 25
Graphic Design 253
Grundset Lecture Series 21
Hasel Lecturship 22
Health Education Courses 206
Health Information Administration 56
Health Insurance 18, 290
Health Service 9, 18
Hickman Science Center
Entrepreneurial Management 79
Family Studies 240
French 174
German 174
Health and Wellness 206
History 140
Intercultural Communication 156
History Courses 142
History of the University 7
Honor Roll 34
Honors Program 33, 275
Honors Studies Sequence 33
Housing Deposit 291
Incompletes 40, 283, 288
Information Systems Courses 99
Interdisciplinary Major 145
Institute of Archaeology 22
Insurance 18, 286, 288, 290
Interdepartmental Programs 264
International Students 12, 286, 290
Internships 47, 150
Italian Courses 177
J. Mabel Wood Hall 9
Journalism Courses 160
Labor Regulations 285
Foreign Students 286
Late Registration 38, 288
Law 267
LedfordHall 9
Libraries 22
Literature Courses 137
Long-Term Care Admin Courses 84
Lynn Wood Hall 9
Major and Minor Requirements 34
Management Courses 85
Marine Biological Field Station 23, 72
Marketing Courses 87
Master's Degree 24, 34
Admission Requirements 14
Mathematics Courses 166
Mazie Herin Hall 9
McKee Library 9, 22
Medical Science 264
Microbiology Courses 70
Medicine 267
Miller Hall 9
Minors
Advertising 156
Archaeology 227
Art 255
Art — Graphic Design 255
Auto Service 246
Behavioral Science 240
Biblical Languages 227
Biology 68
Broadcast Journalism 156
Business Administration 79
Chemistry 91
Christian Service 228
Computer Information Systems 99
Computer Science 99
Computer Systems Administration 99
Education 1 18
English 132
Journalism (News Editorial) 156
Management 79
Marketing 79
Mathematics 166
Media Production 156
Missions 228
Music 186
INDEX
345
Outdoor Education 118
Physical Education 206
Physics 213
Political Economy 140, 267
Political Science 141
Practical Theology 228
Psychology 107
Public Relations 156
Religion 228
Sales 157
Sociology 240
Spanish 174
Technology 246
Visual Communication 157
Mission Statement 6
Modern Language Courses 177
Music
Courses 186
Curriculum 182
Ensembles 191, 192
Fees 290
Music Library 23
Network Usage Policy 97
Nondepartmental Courses 193
Nontraditional Credit 45
Nursing
Accreditation 195
Admission Requirements 196
Courses 199
Deposit and Fees
290
Policies 194
Progression Requirements 198
Readmission 199
Nutrition Courses 202, 210
Nutrition/Dietetics Program 57
Objectives of the College 6
Occupational Therapy 58
Occupational Therapy Assistant 55
One-Year Certificates
Auto Service Technician 246
Requirements 26
Optometry 269
Organizations 19
Orientation Program 18
Osteopathic Medicine 269
Outcomes Assessment 41
Outdoor Education Courses 120
Pass/Fail 40, 207
Petition 44
Pharmacy 270
Philosophy 7
Photo Release Policy 19
Physical Education Activity Courses 207
Physical Education Theory 208
Physical Therapy 59, 60
Physical Therapy Assistant 55
Music 180
Admission 13, 180
Nursing 194
Admission 13, 196
Physical Education, Health and
Wellness 203
Religion 217
Admission 14, 219, 222, 223
Visual Art and Design 250
Secondary Education 112
Physics Courses 213
Pierson Lecture Series 22
Podiatric Medicine 271
Political Science Courses 144
Post-Graduate Tuition Plan 280
Prefix Glossary 50
Practicum 47
Preprofessional Curricula 38
Anesthesia 266
Clinical Laboratory Science 52
Dental Hygiene 55
Dentistry 266
Engineering Studies 129
Law 267
Medicine 267
Nutrition and Dietetics 57
Occupational Therapy 58
Optometry 269
Osteopathic Medicine 269
Pharmacy 270
Physical Therapy 59, 60
Physician Assistant 61
Podiatric Medicine 271
Respiratory Therapy 62
Speech Lang Pathology/Audiology62, 63
Surgical Physician Assistant 63, 64
Veterinary Medicine 271
Probation 10, 42, 283
Psychology Courses 125
Public Relations Courses 162
Radiation Technology 55
Radio Station, WSMC FM90.5 9, 23
Refund Policy 284, 293
Credit Refund 293
Financial Aid Refund Policy 284
Registration 38
Dates 4, 5
Rehabilitation Act 17
Religion Center 9
Repeated Courses 41
Residence Halls 19, 291
Residence Requirements 26
Respiratory Therapy 62
Right of Petition 44
Risk Management 18
Sagunto 170
Satisfactory Academic Progress 40-43, 283
Scholarships 272-276
Schools
Business and Management 74
Admission 13, 75
Computing 95
Admission 13, 96
Education and Psychology 105
Admission 13, 108
Journalism and Communication 147
Admission 13, 147
Senior Citizen Tuition 281
Sequence of Courses 48
SmartStart 277
Sociology Courses 240
Social Activities and Organizations 19
Social Work Courses 242
Software Engineering Courses 104
Software Technology Center 96
Southern Scholars 33, 275
Spalding Elementary School 9
346
INDEX
Spanish Courses 178
Special Fees and Charges 288
Special Student 12
Standards of Conduct 19
Statement Charges 289, 295
Student Association 20
Student Banking 287
Student Center 9
Student Employment Service 20
Student Life and Services 16
Student Mission Credit/Scholarship 34,
193, 274
Student Payroll 286
Student Publications and Production 20
Student Records 41
Studio Art Courses 255
Study-Work Program 39
Summer Tuition 288
Summer Work Incentive Program 286
Summerour Hall 9
Surgical Technology 55
Talge Hall 9, 19
Task Force Credit/Scholarship 34, 274
Technology 245
Technology Courses 247
Testing Service 17
Thatcher Hall 9, 19
Thatcher South 9, 19
Theology & Religion Courses 228-234
Transcripts 14, 26, 48, 289, 295, 296
Transfer Credit 26
Transfer Students 11, 237, 281
Transient Students 47, 282
Tuition Refunds 284, 292, 293
Tuition, Post Graduate 280
University Administration 298
Upper Division Credit 24, 26, 49
Values of the University 6
Veterinary Medicine 271
Veterans 43, 279
Villa Aurora 170
Vision of the University 6
Waiver Examinations 45
William lies Physical Education Center... 9
Withdrawals, Class 38, 39, 292, 293
Withdrawals, Cash 287
Worker's Compensation 286
Worship Services (See Convocation) 17
Wright Hall 9
Writing (W) Courses 27, 49
WSMC FM90.5 9, 23
Zoology Courses 70