1991-1992 Academic Catalog

Science Center Science Center The Science Center demonstrates the College's firm commitment to providing top-quality Christian education in the sciences and features one of the largest reflecting telescopes in the state of Ohio. In addition to containing offices for science department faculty, this facility contains sev– eral general classrooms. The nineteen laboratories found in this building contain a vast array of scientific equipment utilized by science, mathemat– ics and engineering students to develop their knowledge and skills. A nu– clear magnetic resonator, atomic absorption spectrometer, liquid scintilla– tion counter, and gas chromatographs complement the standard analytical equipment utilized by science students. Microcomputers and VAX mini– computer terminals also assist in the scientific study and instruction con– ducted by the department. A new science facility serving the engineering, nursing, and science departments is scheduled for completion in 1992. This 68,000 square foot, Profile 13 3-story academic center will contain 12 classrooms, including a 200-seat auditorium; 10 independent study laboratories; 5 conference rooms; 17 discipline-specific laboratories; 40 offices; and several lounges. The build– ing will also contain a 34-station microcomputer laboratory and feature video and data connectivity in all offices, classrooms, and laboratories. Special features will include a 25-station computer-aided design labora– tory, an audio-visual learning laboratory, a simulated hospital ward, an engine test cell, and a greenhouse. FineArts Building Located two blocks south of the main campus, this stately structure donated by Andrew Carnegie serves several academic departments. Fac– ulty offices comprise the first floor. Wenger soundproof modules fill the lower level, providing practicing facilities for music students.