2012-2013 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Page 202 2012–13 Undergraduate Catalog Introduction Admissions Academic Information Academic Departments Course Descriptions Financial Information Appendix Index Course Descriptions | BECE-3725 – BENT-3110 BECE-3725 Adult Ministries for Non-Majors –Fa, Sp 3 hours Principles from Scripture are examined to prepare a biblical philosophy for ministry to adults in light of developmental characteristics and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and to develop effective age-appropriate ministry programs. Course consists of three weekly class sessions but does not include the teaching lab. BECE-4100 3 hours Leadership of Christian Educational Ministries –Sp An examination of models of leadership for Christian ministries, emphasizing practical issues such as developing mission and vision statements, creating effective leadership teams, and the strategic planning, implementation, and oversight of ministries. For youth ministry and Christian education majors, this must be the final course taken from the sequence of the required BECE courses. Prerequisites: For CE and youth ministries majors: BECE- 2400; BECE-3680; BECE-3700; BECE-3720. No prerequisites for non-majors. (Fee: $40) BECE-4220 Seminar in Christian Education 2 hours Trends and problems of the field are analyzed and defined by individual research and group conferences. BECE-4740 Internship in Christian Education 3–12 hours A mentored and evaluated ministry experience under the direction of a qualified filed mentor. This is an opportunity to utilize and develop knowledge and skills from classes in a ministry context appropriate for student interest and preparation. Repeatable up to 12 hours. Capstone course. Prerequisites: 1) Approval of the faculty of the department of biblical and ministry studies. 2) Senior academic status. 3) Completion of the following five courses: BETH-2350 Theological Foundations of Ministry; BEST-2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; BECE-3680, 3700, or 3720 Children’s Ministries, Campus Ministries, or Adult Ministries; BEPT-2400 Personal Evangelism or BEPT 3410 Discipleship; and one course in ministry concentration area. Credit/No Credit. BECE-4750 Internship inYouth Ministries 3–12 hours A mentored and evaluated youth experience under the direction of a qualified youth minister. This is an opportunity to utilize and develop knowledge and skills from classes in a youth ministry context appropriate for student’s interest and preparation. Capstone course. Repeatable to 12 hours. Prerequisites: 1) Approval of the faculty of the department of biblical and ministry studies. 2) Senior academic status. 3) Completion of the following six courses: BETH-2350 Theological Foundations of Ministry; BECE-2200 Introduction to Youth Ministry; BEST-2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; BECE-3680, 3700, or 3720 Children’s Ministries, Campus Ministries, or Adult Ministries; BEPT-2400 Personal Evangelism or BEPT-3410 Discipleship; and one course in ministry concentration area. Credit/No Credit. BECE-4900 1–3 hours Independent Study in Christian Education –Fa, Sp, Su Students will investigate a significant topic or Scripture passage of special interest with a view toward integration of knowledge. BECE-4990 Topics in Christian Education –Fa, Sp 1–3 hours Investigation of special topics in Bible and theology, that have intrinsic worth and engage student interest. Permission of instructor required for non-majors. Biblical Studies — Bible Teacher Education (BEDU) BEDU-3110 Clinical Teaching in Bible –Fa, Sp 1 hour Students are assigned to assist a college instructor in classroom teaching, evaluation, and related responsibilities. The student must complete 45 clock hours of clinical involvement. Biblical Studies — General Education (BEGE) BEGE-1710 Christian Life and Thought –Fa, Sp, Su 3 hours A foundational course designed to introduce the student to a Christian worldview. Attention is first given to the definition, function, formation, and evaluation of worldview. Then Christian responses and applications will be developed from a survey of biblical theology with emphasis upon the teaching about the Creator, creation, redemption, and consummation. (Fee: $15) BEGE-1720 Spiritual Formation –Fa, Sp, Su 3 hours The nature and process of spiritual formation is examined from a biblical perspective with an emphasis upon the practice of spiritual disciplines. The course undergirds students with a theology of the Bible and an introduction to the inductive method of Bible study. BEGE-2730 Old Testament Literature –Fa, Sp, Su 3 hours Survey of the entire Old Testament, giving special attention to authorship, historical background, and the theme of each book with attention to literary genre. This study traces the history of the Hebrew nation from its origin to the time of Jesus Christ. Prerequisites: BEGE-1710 Christian Life and Thought; BEGE-1720 Spiritual Formation. BEGE-2740 New Testament Literature –Fa, Sp, Su 3 hours Survey of the entire New Testament, including the historical background of the Inter-Testamental period, giving special attention to main events, the authorship and content of each book with attention to literary genre, and the unfolding of God’s redemptive purpose through the Lord Jesus Christ. Prerequisites: BEGE-1710 Christian Life and Thought; BEGE-1720 Spiritual Formation. BEGE-3750 2 hours Christian Worldview Development –Fa, Sp, Su A continued development of a Christian worldview, with a particular emphasis on the essence and work of the Triune God and the cosmic and communal dimensions of His plan in history. Prerequisite: completion of either BEGE-2730 Old Testament Literature or BEGE-2740 New Testament Literature and at least concurrent enrollment in the second 2000-level BEGE course. (Fee: $15) BEGE-3760 Christian Worldview Integration –Fa, Sp, Su 2 hours An evaluation of selected contemporary issues in the light of a Christian worldview as informed by the theological content of the Scriptures. Prerequisite: BEGE-3750 Christian Worldview Development. Biblical Studies — History (BEHI) BEHI-2500 Church History –Fa 3 hours An introduction to the history of Christianity covering the major people, movements, institutions, and events of the Church from its founding by Jesus Christ to the present. This course examines the unique ways Christianity has shaped and been shaped by its environment, the rich diversity of its expressions through the ages, and the significant purpose it fulfills in society and the world. Biblical Studies — New Testament (BENT) BENT-3110 Jesus and the Gospels –Fa 3 hours Study of the four Gospels and their central figure, Jesus of Nazareth. Attention is given to the historical background, scholarly methods for studying the Gospels, the trustworthiness of the Gospels, and a survey of Christ’s life. Prerequisite: BEGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BEGE-2740 New Testament Literature; or permission of the instructor.