2010-2011 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Page 239 2010–11 Undergraduate Catalog Introduction Admissions Academic Information Academic Departments Course Descriptions Financial Information Appendix Index General Music (GMUS) GMUS-1000 Music Philosophy and Aesthetics –Fa 1 hour Philosophical and scriptural foundation for the Christian concepts of musical creativity, musical worship, and stewardship. Understanding the unique teacher-student relationship in music. A first attempt at codifying a coherent, personal, Christian philosophy of music. GMUS-1030 Recital and Program Attendance –Fa, Sp 0 hours Music majors and minors must attend a prescribed number of programs and recitals each semester. Majors must enroll each semester. For a music minor, students must enroll for two consecutive semesters. GMUS-2910 0 hours Sophomore Review — Multi-Age Music Education –Sp A requirement for the Music Education major. It is a mid-point review by the entire music faculty to discern and decide the future direction of the candidate. Is he or she ready and competent to continue as a music education major? Criteria will include music core grades, faculty observations, and performance ability. The student will prepare case studies, a private lesson evaluation, and a technology portfolio. GMUS-4980 Special Topics — General Music –Fa, Sp 1–3 hours Study of selected topics in music. German (GER) GER-1810, 1820 Elementary German I and II 4 hours/sem Development of basic skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in German, along with an introduction to German culture. GER-2810, 2820 Intermediate German I and II 4/3 hours/sem Development of all four language skills through grammar review, composition, conversation, and readings in German literature and culture. Prerequisite: GER-1820 Elementary German II or equivalent. GER-3800 Directed Readings in German –Sp 1–3 hours Topic chosen by the student and professor, based upon need and interests. Prerequisite: GER-2820 Intermediate German II or equivalent. GER-3810 German Conversation –Fa 3 hours Oral practice in German through speeches and oral reports along with a review of pronunciation. Designed to improve both day-to-day communication and academic communication. Prerequisite: GER-2820 Intermediate German or equivalent. GER-3820 Germanic History and Culture –Fa, Su 3 hours This course is designed to introduce students to the history and culture of Central Europe, specifically the region where German is the native language of the inhabitants and where present-day Germany, Austria and Switzerland are located. Students will also learn how Germanic History influenced and played a role in establishing modern-day western cultural norms. Course taught in English. (odd years). GER-3830 Survey of German Literature –Sp 3 hours A survey of German literature from the Middle Ages through the 20th century designed to provide the student with an understanding of the literature and its reflection of the culture. Readings in German and English. Prerequisite: GER-2820 Intermediate German or equivalent. 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 lab 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 scientific process, theory of evolution, cell theory, and the concept of disease. Prerequisites: GBIO-1000 Principles of Biology; CHEM-1000 Principles of Chemistry; GSCI- 1010 Principles of Earth Science; GSCI-2010 Physical Science for Teachers. (Fee: $75) Course Descriptions | GMUS-1000 – GSCI-3010