2021-2022 Academic Catalog & Student Handbooks 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2021-2022 Academic Catalog & Student Handbooks [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by subject prefix. Each course description begins with a subject prefix followed by a three-digit course number and the course title. If a course includes laboratory or other special activities, that information is contained in the course description. Prerequisites and co-requisites are also listed. A prerequisite is a course, experience, or other required preparation that must be completed before the student will be permitted to enroll in the course. A co-requisite is a course, experience, or other preparation that must be completed at the same time that the student is enrolled in the listed course.

Courses numbered 100 to 199 are primarily for freshmen, 200 to 299 for sophomores, 300 to 399 for juniors and seniors, and 400 to 499 for seniors. Courses numbered 500 to 699 are reserved for graduate students. Courses numbered 700 to 899 are reserved for doctoral students.

Please note, when searching courses by “Code or Number”, an asterisk (*) can be used to return mass results. For instance, a “Code or Number” search of ” 5* ” can be entered, returning all 500 or graduate-level courses.

 

English

  
  • EN 434 Twentieth-Century British Literature


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of selected twentieth-century literature from the British Isles. The course may focus on the period as a whole, a genre, a single author, or a specific movement or region. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 440 Early American Literature


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of American literature from exploration through the Federalist period. The course may focus on a specific region, genre, period, major author, or theme. Prerequisite(s): EN 101  and EN 102  and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 441 Creative Writing


    Credit, three hours.
    A course centered around the study of writing techniques and the writing and critique of fiction and poetry. Prerequisite(s): Completion of core requirements in English.
  
  • EN 444 American Romanticism


    Credit, three hours.
    The course will examine the development of Romantic literature in the United States through the Civil War. Particular attention will be paid to the major writers of the American Renaissance. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 451 American Realism and Naturalism


    Credit, three hours.
    An examination of major figures and currents in American Realism and Naturalism in the context of the social, economic, and intellectual expansion and turmoil at the turn of the 20th century. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 460 Twentieth-Century American Literature


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of selected twentieth-century literature in the United States. The course may focus on a genre, a single author, or a specific movement or period. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 461 Southern Literature


    Credit, three hours.
    A survey of the literature of the American South emphasizing the writing of the 20th century Southern Renascence. The course will include consideration of alternative traditions such as the literature of the Creole South and Appalachia. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 471 African American Literature


    Credit, three hours.
    A survey of the major figures and currents in African American writing from the colonial period to the present. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 478 Literature in Translation


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of literary works written originally in a language other than English, but translated into English. The study may focus on a period, region, nation, or theme. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 488 Interdisciplinary Seminar


    Credit, three hours.
    Study of a selected theme or topic designed to synthesize and reveal the coherence of the undergraduate curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Normally limited to seniors with the approval of the course director.
  
  • EN 492 Final Project and Professionalization


    Credit, three hours.
    In order to be awarded the minor in creative writing, each student must complete a substantial creative project under the supervision of faculty, and demonstrate a commitment towards professional development. This element of the course will be highly personalized, and must be worked out with faculty. For example, a student who started working on a novel in “Intro to novel writing,” may wish to revise, edit and complete the manuscript. For the professionalization component, the same student might maintain a regular blog, explore profitable self-publishing ventures, or demonstrate a serious commitment towards finding a literary agent. Another student may choose to complete a series of short stories, while also organizing a reading festival in Mobile. Internships in publishing houses, or with newspapers or magazines would also count towards the professionalization requirement. Prerequisite(s): 15 hours in Creative Writing Minor Courses, i.e. all other Creative Writing Minor Courses
  
  • EN 496 Senior Practicum


    Credit, three to nine hours.
    To complete the course, students will produce a literary arts journal. Responsibilities include all aspects of production, such as soliciting and editing submissions, securing funding, overseeing layout and design, and managing production and distribution. Alternately, students may receive credit by completing an internship of at least 135 hours. The internship should include experience in writing, editing, graphic design, or other media production. Prerequisite(s): COM 320 Media Writing  and AR 226 Introduction to Graphic Design .
  
  • EN 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • EN 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, three hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • EN 498H Honors Thesis


    Credit, three hours.
    Research, writing and defense of an honors thesis according to program guidelines.  Prerequisite(s): Completion of lower division honors requirements and permission of the director of the honors program.

Educational Psychology

  
  • TE 501 Advanced Educational Psychology


    Credit, three hours.
    Consists of a comprehensive survey of the various applications of psychology to student learning. Topics studied include dynamics of human behavior, student-teacher interaction, theories and methods of instruction, learning theory, motivation, classroom management, individual differences, and the evaluative process. Prerequisite(s): TE 525  

Environmental Science

  
  • ES 101 Introduction to Geology


    Credit, four hours.
    A study of the nature and composition of the earth and of the chemical and physical forces that affect the earth. This course satisfies one of the laboratory science requirements of the core curriculum. Three hours lecture, Two hours laboratory.
  
  • ES 103 Basic Meteorology


    Credit, four hours.
    A study of patterns of weather on a local and worldwide scale. The survey of weather patterns stresses the causative factors and the effects of weather changes. Several types of weather phenomena are discussed. This course satisfies one of the laboratory science requirements of the core curriculum. Three hours lecture, Two hours laboratory.
  
  • ES 105 Environmental Science


    Credit, four hours.
    A study of ecological relationships between organisms. The course includes topics such as air pollution, water pollution, and other current environmental problems approached from a biological perspective. This course satisfies one of the laboratory science requirements of the core curriculum. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
  
  • ES 107 Natural Disasters and Hazards


    Credit, four hours.
    A study of earth processes as hazards, disasters, and catastrophes. Topics include earthquakes, volcanism, flood, hurricanes, tornadoes, climate change, wildfires, and mass extinctions. three hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
  
  • ES 297 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • ES 298 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.

Finance

  
  • FI 200 Personal Finance


    Credit, three hours.
    The course is intended to foster the development of financial maturity and to do so within a stewardship emphasis. Topics cover career planning, giving, taxation, spending and saving, retirement planning, investments, estate planning, insurance, and using credit.
  
  • FI 297 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Course offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • FI 298 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Course offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • FI 303 Money and Banking


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the monetary, credit, and depository institutions in the American economy, with emphasis on the commercial banks, the Federal Reserve System, and the impact of money and credit flow on business decisions and aggregate economic activity. Cross-listed as: EC 303 . Prerequisite(s): EC 201 .
  
  • FI 330 Principles of Finance


    Credit, three hours.
    Introduction to the concepts and techniques of financial management within a business organization. This course includes an overview of the environment of financial management, valuation principles, capital budgeting, risk, cost of capital, long-term financing, and working capital management. Prerequisite(s): AC 241  and MA 110 .
  
  • FI 331 Internships


    Credit, three hours.
    Qualified students who have satisfactorily completed FI 330  and FI 361  may be placed in internships for at least 135 hours of supervised professional experience. Grades are either Pass or Fail.
  
  • FI 332 Internship


    Credit, three hours.
    Qualified students who have satisfactorily completed FI 330  and FI 361  may be placed in internships for at least 135 hours of supervised professional experience. Grades are either Pass or Fail.
  
  • FI 361 Financial Management


    Credit, three hours.
    The course expands the study of basic financial management (FI 330 ) to include more in-depth examination of financial management fundamentals and additional special topics. There is an emphasis on the application of analytical tools and theory to financial decision-making in the firm through case studies using electronic spreadsheet analysis and/or computer simulation programs. Prerequisite(s): FI 330 , CIS 101 .
  
  • FI 431 Independent Study


    Maximum credit, eight hours.
    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the School of Business. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or better in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
  
  • FI 432 Independent Study


    Maximum credit, eight hours.
    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the School of Business. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or better in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
  
  • FI 435 Investments


    Credit, three hours.
    The study of the markets, especially the secondary markets, for debt and equity securities and other investments. Includes stocks, bonds, options, warrants, commodities, collectibles, and real estate. Prerequisite(s): FI 330 . (WI)
  
  • FI 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • FI 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • FI 531 Financial Management


    Credit, three hours.
    Details an examination of the role of financial management of the firm in short- and long-term resource planning and utilization. Emphasis is given to the basic techniques utilized in financial decision making, such as valuing cash flows, designing capital structure, managing working capital, and developing optimal investment policies. Prerequisite(s): FI 330 , AC 241 , AC 242  or equivalent.

French

  
  • FR 101 Elementary French I


    Credit, three hours.
    The first of a series of four semester-long courses that provides an overview of French language communication and cultures for travel, study and missions. Emphasis is on meaningful application of the language at a basic level, and the course is presented in manageable steps. Anyone who has had less than three years of highschool French should start with FR 101 as a review and move along with the series. Fall Semester Only.
  
  • FR 102 Elementary French II


    Credit, three hours.
    The second of a series of four semester-long courses that provides an overview of French language communication and cultures for travel, study and missions. Emphasis is on meaningful application of the language at a basic level, and the course is presented in manageable steps. Prerequisite(s): FR 101  or the equivalent. Spring Semester Only.
  
  • FR 201 Intermediate French I


    Credit, three hours.
    The third in a series of four semester-long courses that provides an overview of French language communication and cultures for travel, study and missions. Emphasis is on meaningful application of the language at an intermediate level, with a particular focus on drilling the grammar, writing, and reading skills necessary to bridge the student to a more developed ownership of the language. Students with four to five years of high school level French would enter the series at this level. Prerequisite(s): FR 102  or the equivalent. Fall Semester Only.
  
  • FR 202 Intermediate French II


    Credit, three hours.
    The fourth in a series of four semester-long courses that provides an overview of French language communication and cultures for travel, study and missions. Emphasis is on meaningful application of the language at an intermediate level, with a particular focus on synthesizing the elements and skills of all four courses in the series. Students complete the four course series in this semester and may choose to take two 300-level electives in order to fulfill the requirements for a minor in French. Prerequisite(s): FR 201  or the equivalent. Spring Semester Only.
  
  • FR 297 Je Me Souviens: Discovering Quebec City and Montreal


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Prerequisite(s): FR 202  or the equivalent.
  
  • FR 298 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Prerequisite(s): FR 202  or the equivalent.
  
  • FR 301 Advanced French Composition & Conversation I


    Credit, three hours.
    Emphasis on meaningful communication in French with fluency, as well as more ease and personality on the part of the speaker. Preparation via a wide variety of exercises, for encountering and engaging French speakers at home and abroad with confidence. Counts towards French minor. Prerequisite(s): FR 202  or the equivalent.
  
  • FR 302 Advanced French Composition & Conversation II


    Credit, three hours.
    Further emphasis on meaningful communication in French with fluency, as well as more ease and personality on the part of the speaker. Preparation via a wide variety of exercises, for encountering and engaging French speakers at home and abroad with confidence. Counts towards French minor. Prerequisite(s): FR 301   or equivalent.
  
  • FR 311 Introduction to France through History


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of French culture and its historical development. Emphasis is placed on the artistic, political, intellectual and economic life of France. Counts towards the French minor. Prerequisite(s):   or permission of the instructor.
  
  • FR 312 Introduction to French Literature and Culture


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of selections from French authors of all time periods that introduces students to French literature and within a cultural context. Works of prose, poetry and theater will be studied. Counts towards the French minor. Prerequisite(s): FR 301  or permission of the instructor .
  
  • FR 333 Does God Speak French?


    Credit, three hours.
    OUI! French For Christians. This course is designed for students who would like to explore their Christian faith via the French language. Students will engage in the French language to approach Bible passages, prayers, songs and reflections so that they might enjoy the French language in the journey of their spiritual life with Christ Jesus now and in the future. Counts towards the French minor. Prerequisite(s):   or premission of the instructor.
  
  • FR 397 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily designed for students who wish to study abroad. Prerequisite(s): FR 202  or permission of instructor.
  
  • FR 398 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily designed for students who wish to study abroad. Prerequisite(s): FR 202  or permission of instructor.
  
  • FR 401 French for Business


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of French used in international business and commerce, emphasizing specialized vocabulary, forms, and procedures in commercial communication. Counts towards French minor. Prerequisite(s): FR 301   or permission of instructor.
  
  • FR 412 Teaching French: Methodologies and Best Practices


    Credit, three hours.
    A course designed to support the student who elects to major in education and to minor in French, with the goal of teaching the language in future to non-native speakers of French. Prerequisite(s):   or permission of the instructor.
  
  • FR 490 French Capstone


    Credit, three hours.
    A senior capstone experience. Options include internships, senior thesis, or special projects as approved by advisor.
  
  • FR 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Prerequisite(s): FR 202  or the equivalent.
  
  • FR 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Prerequisite(s): FR 202  or the equivalent.

Freshman Seminar

  
  • FS 100 Freshman Seminar


    Credit, one hour.
    Freshman Seminar exists to assist first-year students make the transition from high school to college. This course seeks to enhance the learning experience by providing opportunities for students to develop the skills, values, behaviors, and attitudes necessary for success at the University of Mobile. Students will encounter a range of issues from both philosophical and practical perspectives. Topics such as the nature of the university, liberal arts, the purpose of knowledge as well as time management, study skills, and campus resources will be addressed.
  
  • FS 101 Career Focus


    Credit, one hour.
    The Career Focus Course is a one-hour class to guide steudents through career decision-making process by helping them choose a major field of study. Through self-discovery projects and career assessments, students will have a better understanding of their strengths and interests. Students learn exploration techniques to define and clarify career plans, helping them decide which major to select at UM.

Geography

  
  • GEO 301 World Regional Geography


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the unique combination of the earth’s interdependent physical, cultural, economic, and political systems which characterizes each of the principal regions of the world.

German

  
  • GR 101 German for Musicians


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to the basics of German language grammar and structure, focused on translating poetic texts from German to English.
  
  • GR 102 German for Musicians


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to the basics of German language grammar and structure, focused on translating poetic texts from German to English.
  
  • GR 502 German for Musicians


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to the basics of German language grammar and structure, focused on translating poetic texts from German to English.

Government and Law

  
  • GL 110 Introduction to American Politics


    Credit, three hours.
    A general survey of politics in America. Learn about the governing institutions, the media, civil rights and liberties, campaigns and elections, political parties, interest groups, and public policies.
  
  • GL 115 World Politics


    Credit, three hours.
    A survey of modern political systems based on the study of several countries, demonstrating the similarities and differences of these systems. The course analyzes key political, economic, and social factors underlying rapid changes and long-range developments in the modern world.
  
  • GL 201 Political Theory


    Credit, three hours.
    An in-depth study of the foundations of modern political thought. Readings will include Plato, Aristotle, Hobbes, Locke, Mill, Rawls, and other more recent works, which will be studied in light of Western political tradition and contemporary political issues.
  
  • GL 205 Introduction to Criminal Justice


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to the study of criminology and criminal justice including an overview of major crime problems in the U.S., crime patterns and criminal behaviors, explanations of crime, systems of justice, and strategies for preventing crime.
  
  • GL 297 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • GL 298 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • GL 300 Current Global Issues


    Credit, three hours.
    An introductory course that focuses on the most pressing political, social, and economic international issues.
  
  • GL 305 Presidency and Congress


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the relationship between the presidency and Congress. Readings will focus on the nature of these institutions and will cover a variety of policies that illustrate principles of cooperation and conflict between the two branches of government.
  
  • GL 308 Civil Liberties


    Credit, three hours.
    A close examination of the Bill of Rights and its past and present interpretations. Specific issues to be studied: freedom of speech, church and state, and privacy.  (WI)
  
  • GL 315 International Relations


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of international relations theory with emphasis on the basic trends, key concepts and actors. The course analyzes the issues of globalization, disarmament and arms control, nationalism, and terrorism. (WI)
  
  • GL 325 Constitutional Law/History


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of American Constitutional law from the founding until today.
  
  • GL 350 Criminal Law


    Credit, three hours.
    Coverage of the full range of American criminal law entailing the definition of and punishment of various crimes, and acceptable defenses for them in a court of law. (WI)
  
  • GL 351 The Court System and Judicial Processes


    Credit, three hours.
    An examination of all levels of the American court system and its role within the broader criminal justice system.
  
  • GL 411 Criminology


    Credit, three hours.
    An examination of the ways crime has been explained in western society, with a primary emphasis on criminological theory. (WI)
  
  • GL 420 Political Psychology


    Credit, three hours.
    Political psychology is the study of how psychology shapes political beliefs and behaviors. A sample of topics include how individuals form party attachments, perceive candidates, become good leaders, or justify violence or dishonesty; and how attitudes and perceptions affect the criminal justice system.
  
  • GL 426 Senior Internship


    Credit, one to nine hours.
    A program that allows students to participate actively in local, state, or federal government, which may include political offices such as that of a particular Senator or Judge, or an agency such as the FBI.
  
  • GL 430 Mock Trial


    Credit, three hours.
    Students will learn the practical skills related to court trials by preparing for a mock trial. Skills learned will include direct and cross examination, evidentiary objections, opening statement and closing argument. Each class will consist of discussion and hands-on experience as students prepare to perform as either an attorney or witness. At the end of the course, students must participate in the regional tournament of the America Mock Trial Association. Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission is required.
  
  • GL 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • GL 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.

Greek

  
  • GK 201 Elementary Greek


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the basic forms and the functions of these forms as found in the Koine Greek, with some emphasis upon acquiring basic skills in the translation of the Greek New Testament. Usually offered every fall semester.
  
  • GK 202 Elementary Greek


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the basic forms and the functions of these forms as found in the Koine Greek, with some emphasis upon acquiring basic skills in the translation of the Greek New Testament. Usually offered every spring semester.
  
  • GK 301 Greek Exegesis


    Credit, three hours.
    A detailed study of selected New Testament documents based on the Greek text, giving attention to critical issues, important points of grammar, word studies, and theological themes. This course may be repeated when the documents chosen for exegesis change. Prerequisite(s): GK 201  and GK 202 . Offered as necessary.
  
  • GK 302 Greek Exegesis


    Credit, three hours.
    A detailed study of selected New Testament documents based on the Greek text, giving attention to critical issues, important points of grammar, word studies, and theological themes. This course may be repeated when the documents chosen for exegesis change. Prerequisite(s): GK 201  and GK 202 . Offered as necessary.

Hebrew

  
  • HEB 201 Elementary Hebrew


    Credit, three hours.
    Basics of the Hebrew writing system, basic grammar, and foundational vocabulary for Biblical Hebrew are emphasized.  Usually offered every fall semester.
  
  • HEB 202 Elementary Hebrew


    Credit, three hours.
    Basics of the Biblical Hebrew verbal systems, including reading, parsing, and interpreting each of the verbal stems.  Usually offered every spring semester.
  
  • HEB 301 Hebrew Exegesis I


    three hours
    A detailed study of selected Old Testament documents based on the Hebrew/Aramaic text, giving attention to critical issues, important points of grammar, word studies, and theological themes. This course may be repeated when the documents chosen for exegesis change. Prerequisite(s): HEB 201 and HEB 202. Offered as necessary.
  
  • HEB 302 Hebrew Exegesis II


    Three hours
    A detailed study of selected Old Testament documents based on the Hebrew/Aramaic text, giving attention to critical issues, important points of grammar, word studies, and theological themes. This course may be repeated when the documents chosen for exegesis change. Prerequisite(s): HEB 201 and HEB 202. Offered as necessary.

Higher Education Leadership

  
  • HED 550 Foundations of Leadership


    Credit, three hours.
    This course will analyze the history of leadership and its corresponding motivations and effects through a variety of avenues, including case studies, group discussions, and personal observation.
  
  • HED 553 Educational Research Methods and Writing


    Credit, three hours.
    This course will teach students how to conduct and analyze education research, from both qualitative and quantitative perspectives.  Particular attention will be given to proper and effective writing styles within education research.
  
  • HED 555 History of American Universities and Colleges


    Credit, three hours.
    This course will examine the history of American universities and colleges through primary accounts and secondary histories, while drawing insights from such accounts to address current issues in American higher education.
  
  • HED 557 Theories of Educational Leadership


    Credit, three hours.
    This course will analyze current theories and trends in leadership research.  Particular attention will be paid to theories of organizational leadership in educational settings and the corresponding effects and motivations for change in such organizations.
  
  • HED 559 Current Issues in American Higher Education


    Credit, three hours.
    This course will examine current issues in American higher education, through the provision of historical, political, and societal contexts and solution-oriented discussions and assignments.
  
  • HED 562 Student Development in Higher Education


    Credit, three hours.
    This course will examine current theories surrounding student development in higher education, while providing students with practical applications for creating positive development initiatives and practices.
  
  • HED 565 Principles of Assessment and Evaluation


    Credit, three hours.
    This course will provide students with current best practices for education metrics and assessment tools.  Particular attention will be paid to the importance of establishing a culture of assessment and data-driven decision-making processes.
  
  • HED 567 Policy and Practice in American Higher Education


    Credit, three hours.
    This course will examine current federal and state policies in American higher education and their effect on practice and process in higher education organizations.
  
  • HED 569 Education in a Global Society


    Credit, three hours.
    This course will examine the growing global context of education practice and policy.  Particular attention will be given to issues of diversity and multi-culturalism.
  
  • HED 572 Higher Education Leadership Policy Thesis


    Credit, three hours.
    This research-based course will guide students through the process of writing a graduate-level thesis in order to provide a comprehensive understanding of higher education leadership and policy.
  
  • HED 575 Higher Education Leadership and Policy Practicum


    Credit, six hours.
    This internship-based course will provide students with hands-on experience within a higher education setting.  Particular attention will be given to applying learned theories and practices to real-world environments and issues.

History

  
  • HI 101 Western Civilization


    Credit, three hours.
    A general survey of European history from the ancient Near East to 1500’s.
  
  • HI 102 Western Civilization


    Credit, three hours.
    A general survey of European history from 1500 to the present.
 

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