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GMTH-3100 Theory of Interest
–Sp
3 hours
Interest: simple and compound. Effective rate of interest. Time
value of money; present and future. Cash flow calculations:
loans, bonds, and investments. Annuities: due and immediate.
Perpetuities. Yield. Amortization and sinking funds. Interest rate
risk. Immunization. Financial derivatives.
Prerequisites: MATH-
1720 Calculus II; corequisite: FIN-3710 Principles of Finance.
(even years)
General Science (GSCI)
Except where noted, general education courses are designed
to meet the general education requirements for graduation. These
courses will not count toward graduation requirements for majors
found in the Department of Science and Mathematics unless they
are specifically listed in the curriculum requirements for a major.
A student majoring in science or mathematics may take these
courses only as electives. However, any course listed for a science
or mathematics major or minor may also count toward fulfilling
general education requirements.
GSCI-1010 Principles of Earth Science
–Fa, Sp
3.5 hours
A survey of the sciences of geology, oceanography, and
meteorology. Major lecture topics include discussion of earth’s
geological history, minerals, rocks, dating, plate tectonics, glaciers,
volcanoes, ocean currents, marine life, waves, the atmosphere,
and weather systems. When appropriate, contrasting views of
these subjects will be examined. Laboratory experiences include
field trips to areas of local geological interest. Lecture three times
per week and laboratory on alternate weeks. Satisfies the physical
science requirement of the general education requirements. (Fee:
$75)
GSCI-1020 Principles of Physical Science
–Fa, Sp
3.5 hours
A survey of the sciences of physics, chemistry, and astronomy.
Major lecture topics include motion, force, energy, heat, waves,
electricity, optics, quantum effects, periodic table, chemical bonds,
chemical reactions, astronomical measurements, and the origin
of the universe. Content of this course will be related to social and
philosophical issues to emphasize a Christian’s responsibility in a
technological society. Lecture three times per week and laboratory
on alternate weeks. This course satisfies the physical science
requirement of the general education requirements. (Fee: $75)
GSCI-1030 Geology of the National Parks
–Su
3.5 hours
This course will explore the geology of the national parks and
surrounding areas in specific regions of the United States. It is a
two-week travel study course that fulfills the three and a half-hour
laboratory physical science requirement. Trip locations may vary
from year to year. Six or more major areas will be explored on
each trip. Students will be expected to complete a photographic
atlas with appropriate geological descriptions of each stop. Special
emphasis will be placed on how geologic history is interpreted and
placed into biblical and conventional frameworks. Students will
learn how to make geological observations and take field notes.
No previous geological knowledge is required. It is necessary for
students to be in good physical shape for occasional hiking in
rough terrain and at high altitudes, although requirements can be
modified for students unable to do so. Special equipment may be
required. Special course fees apply and will vary from year to year.
GSCI-2010 Physical Science for Teachers
–Fa, Sp
4 hours
Introduction to a selection of core concepts of physics and
chemistry for preservice elementary education teachers. Students
will develop methods of learning science, with emphasis on
inquiry, scientific method, and integrating common everyday
objects and experiences with a view toward cultivating the
excitement of studying God’s creation. Three lectures with one
weekly one-hour lab. Does not satisfy the physical science general
education requirement. (Fee: $75)
GSCI-3010 Concepts in Middle School Science
–Sp
4 hours
This course highlights key concepts in middle school science
by reviewing and extending concepts from previous science
courses with an emphasis on the integration of earth sciences,
physical sciences, and life sciences. Concepts addressed include
the nature and history of science, the theories of biological and
geological evolution, and cell theory. This course will include
pertinent pedagogy for teaching stated concepts in a middle
school setting. Three lectures and one laboratory session per
week.
Prerequisites: GBIO-1000 Principles of Biology; GSCI-1010
Principles of Earth Science. CHEM-1000 Principles of Chemistry
(recommended)
(Fee: $75) (even years)
GSCI-3060
4 hours
Environmental Science for Middle School Educators
–Sp
Introduction to the interdisciplinary study of the dynamic
relationships that exist between the earth’s organisms and their
environment and how human activity affects these relationships.
Students will identify and analyze environmental problems both
natural and human-made and identify and explore sustainable
solutions to the problems. This course will include pertinent
pedagogy for teaching environmental science in a middle school
setting. Three lectures and one laboratory session per week. This
course does not satisfy the general education requirement for
biology.
Prerequisites: GBIO-1000 Principles of Biology, GSCI-1010
Principles of Earth Science
(Fee: $100) (odd years)
Mathematics (MATH)
MATH-1700
4 hours
Calculus and Dynamical Systems for the
Life Sciences
–Fa, Sp
An introductory calculus and dynamical systems course for
majors in the life sciences. Discrete and continuous dynamical
systems, limits and derivatives, including derivatives of
trigonometric, exponential, logarithmic and inverse trigonometric
functions, applications of derivatives and dynamical systems,
including related rates and optimization, differential equations,
integrals - both definite and indefinite - and their applications,
and possibly analysis of autonomous differential equations.
Prerequisite: GMTH-1030 Precalculus or equivalent; or permission
of instructor.
MATH-1710 Calculus I
–Fa, Sp
5 hours
First course of a two-course sequence covering basic concepts
of analytic geometry and single variable calculus. Includes
limits, transcendental functions, derivatives, applications of the
derivative, single variable integration with introduction to numeric
integration techniques, applications of integration including some
solutions of differential equations, and additional integration
techniques.
Prerequisite: GMTH-1030 Precalculus or equivalent;
or permission of instructor.
MATH-1720 Calculus II
–Fa, Sp
5 hours
The second course of a two-course sequence covering the
basic concepts of analytic geometry and single variable calculus.
Includes sequences, series, expansion of functions into Taylor and
power series, conic sections, plane curves, parametric equations,
polar coordinates, vectors and geometry in three-space, vectors,
and vector calculus.
Prerequisite: MATH-1710 Calculus I or
equivalent or permission of instructor.
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Course Descriptions
GMTH-3100 – MATH-1720
SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS