Bethany College Schedule of Courses for 2009 Spring

Academic Support

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
AS003 Introduction to Composition A 2.0 9:10-10:00AM -M-W--- WLIB W065 Gage, J
  Course Description:   This course combines the study of sentence structure and the mechanics of writing with the principles of structuring clear paragraphs and essays to help students gain the skills and confidence necessary for writing college level assignments. Students with an English ACT score below 18 should take this course during their first semester, before enrolling in EN101, Thinking and Writing.
AS008 College Reading A 2.0 1:00- 1:50PM -M-W--- WLIB W050 Claassen,T
  Course Description:   This course focuses on the fundamentals of reading, vocabulary building, finding the main idea, idea relationships and, in an effort to improve expansion of sight vocabulary, and improvement of basic comprehension skills. Students are also introduced to the study skills, habits, and attitudes that promote academic success. Individual and group tutoring, counseling, and computer assisted learning are available. This class should be taken concurrently with at least one class that requires significant reading so that techniques learned in the this class can be immediately applied outside of this class.
AS012 Study Skills A 1.0 9:10-10:00AM -----F- WLIB W050 Claassen,T
  B 1.0 9:10-10:00AM ----R-- WLIB W050 Claassen,T
  Course Description:   This course is designed to help students in their transformation to college life, enable student to form their expectations of college study, and introduce to students the strategies needed to succeed academically and socially during their college years.
AS013 Academic Assistance A 1.0 TBD ------- Claassen,T By-Arrangement: Must make
appt. w/instr. by Feb. 6.
  Course Description:   This course is designed to help students get off of academic probation by concentrating on time management and intensifying and increasing the efficiency of their studying.
AS099 Introduction to Algebra A 3.0 11:00-11:50AM -M-W-F- NELS 128 Claassen,T
  Course Description:   This course, designed to teach and review basic mathematics and algebra skills, presents concepts, procedure and problem solving strategies to enable students to perform successfully in college level mathematics courses. Students who have a Mathematics ACT score below 16 or who did not complete high school Algebra I with a grade of B or better should take this course during their first semester, before enrolling in any course in the Mathematics Department.

Accounting

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
AC102 Managerial Accounting A 4.0 9:10-10:20AM -M-W-F- SOSC 17 Carlson
  Course Description:   Study of internal accounting for managerial decision-making. Areas of study will include cost-volume profit and analysis. Manufacturing cost planning and control, cost behavior, responsibility accounting, master budgeting, capital budgeting, process cost systems, job cost systems, direct and absorption costings, quantitive analysis, financial statement analysis, and cash-flow statements. Prerequisites: AC101
AC302 Intermediate Accounting II A 4.0 7:45- 9:00AM -M-W-F- SOSC 16 MohlerSpea
  Course Description:   A conceptual approach to intermediate level accounting theory and practice. Areas covered are current liability bonds; corporations; stock right, options and earnings per share; long-term investments in equity and debt securities; leases; cash flow statements; accounting changes, error correction and incomplete records; interim reports, segment reporting, and analysis of financial statements. Prerequisites: AC301.
AC306 *Auditing A 4.0 9:10-10:20AM -M-W-F- SOSC 16 MohlerSpea
  Course Description:   Only independent certified public accountants can perform the attest function (audit). With this in mind, an introductory course in auditing includes study of the social and legal environment the C.P.A. exists in along with the code of professional ethics of C.P.A.'s, ten auditing standards, audit reports, over all auditing process, and various letters setting forth situations and circumstances important to both the C.P.A. and the mangers of the financial data being examined. This course is primarily for students planning a career in either public or private accounting. Prerequisite: AC302 or concurrent enrollment.

Anthropology

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
AN201 Cultural Anthropology A 3.0 10:35-11:50AM --T-R-- NELS 125 Norlin, D
Branch, K
  Course Description:   The components, structures, and functions of culture are considered. Culture is defined as "everything that people have, think, and do as members of a society". Both aboriginal and modern cultures will be studied, compared and contrasted as examples and demonstrations of aspects of culture. Culture will be viewed in a holistic context which involves biology, the past and language.

Art

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
AR100 Introduction to Visual Arts A 3.0 10:35-11:50AM --T-R-- MING 129 Pogue, Ed
  Course Description:   A study of the function and styles of art, past and present; an analysis of the structure, media, and meaning of art history; an investigation and application of the theory of art criticism.
AR108 Three-Dimensional Design A 2.0 2:00- 3:15PM -M-W--- MING 123 Pogue, Ed
  Course Description:   The goal of this course is to introduce the student to the functional concepts of designing three dimensionally through the building of structures. The basic elements and principles of design are utilized and expounded upon as they relate to three-dimensional space and form. Emphasis will be placed on the use of sculptural forms through the use of a variety of materials and techniques. Safe and proper use of woodworking tools are taught, as well as, other types of fabricating and construction methods. Creative solutions to problem solving along with skill development and the engagement of space are critiqued. A vocabulary list is maintained and utilized during classroom discussions. Prerequisite: AR105 or by the consent of instructor.
AR160 Intro to Photography A 3.0 7:00- 9:10PM -M-W--- MING 129 Turner
  Course Description:   Student will learn about the discovery of the photographic medium. Emphasis will be placed on shooting and darkroom skills. Photography will be looked at as a tool for art and documentation throughout history. Students will engage in projects designed to explore the use of the camera as a tool for design. They will learn the photographic process from taking unique and artistic photographs, the developing of film, to the printing of quality prints. Students will work in a variety of formats designed to challenge their abilities and help strengthen their aesthetics. Each student will develop the skills to conduct critical discussions about their art and others'. Issues and developments of contemporary artists will be looked at through student slide presentations and lectures. The student MUST have a 35mm SLR camera with light meter and manual capabilities.
AR210 Intermediate Drawing A 2.0 11:00-12:45PM -M-W--- MING 121 Kay, M
  Course Description:   This course is designed as an investigation into the expression to be found within the visual languages of drawing in both abstraction and figuration. The experiences and skills learned in the introductory class will be intensified and expanded upon. The emphasis of the course is upon the expression of the "sensations" of the visual world and their particular meaning to each student rather than the development of literal description. Prerequisite: AR110.
AR220 Intermediate Painting A 3.0 9:10-11:50AM --T-R-- MING 121 Kay, M
  Course Description:   This course develops both the subject necessary for expression and the concerns of expressive description. Formal concerns will be addressed from within the context of expression. After a directed series of paintings, the subject and form of the remaining work will be developed through conversations with the professor. Contemporary and historical images will be analyzed and related to studio practice. Critiques will be a regular part of course work. Prerequisite: AR120 or by consent of the instructor
AR230 Intermediate Ceramics A 3.0 8:35-10:20AM -M-W--- MING 130 Kahler, C
      9:30-10:20AM -----F- MING 130 Kahler, C
  Course Description:   This course is a concentrated experience using the potter's wheel to make clay forms. Glazing and kiln firing experiences are continued from AR130. The course emphasizes the interpretation, expression and aesthetics of vessels made on the potter's wheel. Students are instructed in the safe use of materials and processes. Prerequisite: AR130 or by consent of the instructor.
AR240 Intermediate Sculpture A 3.0 1:00- 3:15PM --T-R-- MING 123 Pogue, Ed
  Course Description:   The goal of this course is to introduce the student to the fundamental and historical roots of the figure as subject matter in three-dimensional art. The student will learn principal mold making techniques in order to reproduce the figure in a more permanent cast material. Student will work directly from the nude model. Principle muscular and bone structures are taught as time permits. Students are quizzed over vocabulary and processes introduced. The history of the figure in sculpture is explored as time permits. Students are instructed in the safe use of materials and processes. Prerequisites: AR140, or by consent of the instructor.
AR310 Life Drawing A 2.0 2:00- 3:10PM -M-W--- MING 130 Kay, M
  Course Description:   This course is a concentrated study of the human figure with an emphasis upon accuracy of the observation and description. The first part of the course centers upon the issues of proportion and the representation of form. The second part focuses upon spatial awareness and the realization of the figure within an environment. Drawings will be made from the skeleton, one's self (using a mirror), and the nude model. AR210 or consent of the instructor.
AR330 Advanced Ceramics A 3.0 8:35-10:20AM -M-W--- MING 130 Kahler, C
      9:30-10:20AM -----F- MING 130 Kahler, C
  Course Description:   This course emphasis personal expression of clay forms. Students are free to choose the processes, clays and firing methods best suited to their aesthetic needs. Experimentation with forming processes, clay body control, glaze design and kiln firing variations is an integral part of the course. Students are instructed in the safe use of materials and processes. Prerequisite: AR230, or by consent of the instructor.
AR340 Advanced Sculpture A 3.0 1:00- 3:15PM --T-R-- MING 123 Pogue, Ed
  Course Description:   Advanced sculpture is a course designed to highly challenge the serious sculpture student. Students will be expected to outline their intent, projects and time management for the semester. Emphasis is place on the figure as a starting point. Students may maintain the figure or challenge it through a variety of styles and special arrangements. Although much latitude is given in the development of the work, an understandable figurative element must remain in the finished piece. Nude models can be utilized but are not required. Personal as well as classroom critiques are required along with a written critique / personal evaluation. The exploration of a variety of materials and sculptural processes are expected. Students are also expected to actively engage space, three dimensional form and context. Prerequisite: AR240, or by consent of the instructor.
AR395 Gallery Practice A 1.0 4:30- 6:30PM ---W--- MING 128 Kahler, C
  Course Description:   A study of and experience in designing organizing and installing exhibitions in the Mingenback Art Center Gallery, including the required Senior Show. Students will produce a slide portfolio and resume for the professional advancement. This course will be taken for one hour of credit in each of the final two semesters by the studio art major. The art teaching major will take it for one credit hour in the Fall semester of the Junior year and for one credit hour in the Spring semester of the Senior Year. Exceptions can be made only with department approval.
AR396A Studio Concentration Painting A 1-4 6:00- 9:00PM ----R-- MING 121 Shaw, F
  Course Description:   Intensive work in the studio area following specialization and beyond the advanced levels. Studio concentration may be taken in one, two, three, or four semester hour segments. For art majors or by permission of Art Department Chair.
AR396B Studio Concentration: Ceramics A 1-4 7:00- 9:30PM --T---- MING 130 Kahler, C
  Course Description:   Intensive work in the studio area following specialization and beyond the advanced levels. Studio concentration may be taken in one, two, three, or four semester hour segments. For art majors or by permission of Art Department Chair.
AR396C Studio Concentration Sculpture A 1-4 11:00-12:50PM -M----- MING 123 Pogue, Ed
  Course Description:   Intensive work in the studio area following specialization and beyond the advanced levels. Studio concentration may be taken in one, two, three, or four semester hour segments. For art majors or by permission of Art Deparment Chair.
AR396D Studio Concentration Drawing A 1-4 6:00- 9:00PM ----R-- MING 121 Shaw, F
  Course Description:   Intensive work in the studio area following specialization and beyond teh advanced levels. Studio concentration may be taken in one, two, three, or four semester hour segments. For art majors or by permission of Art Deparment Chair.

Athletic Training

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
AT101 Functional Anatomy for the Athletic Trainer A 2.0 2:00- 3:00PM -M-W--- SGIB CLRM Slack, D
  Course Description:   This course is designed to provide athletic training students with a functional foundation in the human skeleton and the muscles that move the human body. It is designed to functionally connect anatomical concepts to injury evaluation skills and to prepare students for higher-level athletic training courses. Prerequisites: Concurrent with BI120 and PE250.
AT301 Clinical Experience I A 2.0 TBD ------- HAHN McClellan
  Course Description:   This course is designed to integrate assessment and evaluation skills. Students will receive laboratory instruction and practical experiences in upper and lower extremity evaluations through structured laboratory sessions and work in field experience settings. Prerequisites: AT200, AT351.
AT352 Prevention & Eval of Lower Body Athletic Injuries & Illnesses A 3.0 4:30- 7:00PM -M----- Graber, R. ACCK course-McPherson College
Mohler Hall
  Course Description:   The techniques and principles used in the evaluation of orthopedic and soft tissue trauma and common illnesses. A study of clinical and field evaluative processes and equipment used by the Athletic Trainer. The preventive measures of available to reduce the frequency of injury and illness are surveyed and discussed. Prerequisites: BI120, PE250, AT351 or consent of instructor.
AT403 Clinical Experience III A 3.0 TBD ------- HAHN Miller, J
  Course Description:   This course is designed to integrate rehabilitation skills using therapeutic modalities and functional exercise. Students will receive laboratory instruction and practical experience in athletic injury management and rehabilitation through structured laboratory sessions and work in field settings. Prerequisites: AT302, AT315, AT430.
AT405 Clinical Experience V A 2.0 TBD ------- Slack, D
  Course Description:   This course is designed to integrate all aspects of athletic training on advanced level. Students will receive laboratory instruction and practical experience on organization and administration issues and integration of athletic training skills through structured laboratory sessions and natural settings. Students will complete a capstone project. Prerequisites: AT404 and AT435.
AT430 Therapeutic Modalities A 3.0 7:30-10:00PM -M----- ACCK Graber, R. at McPherson College
Mohler Hall
  Course Description:   A study of therapeutic modalities and pharmaceuticals and how they are incorporated in the facilitation of tissue healing response in various stages of rehabilitation from injury or illness. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Bethany College Athletic Training Education Program, BI120 and PE250.
AT440 Pathology and General Medical Conditions for the Athletic A 3.0 7:30-10:00PM -M----- ACCK at McPherson College
Inst:Cooper & Kynaston
Mohler Hall
  Course Description:   This course is a study of the causes and physiological responses physically active persons encounter due to injury, illness, disease and disabilities. Included are recognition, treatment and referral of general medical conditions. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Bethany College Athletic Training Education Program, BI120 and PE250.

Bethany Seminar

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
CO101 Bethany Seminar A 1.0 1:00- 1:50PM --T---- WARN CLRM Nafziger
  Course Description:   The purpose of this course is to help each individual become a student, to connect each student with the Bethany community, and to celebrate these connections. This course is required for all entering freshmen and sophomore students and is recommended for other transfer students.

Biology

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
BI120 Human Anatomy and Physiology A 4.0 1:00- 1:50PM -M-W-F- NELS 108 Kozubowski
      10:00-11:50AM ----R-- NELS 103 Kozubowski
  B 4.0 1:00- 1:50PM -M-W-F- NELS 108 Kozubowski
      1:00- 2:50PM ----R-- NELS 103 Kozubowski
  Course Description:   A study of the structure of the human body.
BI125 Introductory Biology II A 4.0 11:00-11:50AM -M-W-F- NELS 108 Kozubowski
      1:00- 2:50PM --T---- NELS 103 Kozubowski
  B 4.0 11:00-11:50AM -M-W-F- NELS 108 Kozubowski
      3:15- 5:05PM --T---- NELS 103 Kozubowski
  Course Description:   A survey of animal biology, evolution, ecology and animal behavior. Topics include reproduction, development, physiology, taxonomy, morphology, population genetics, ecology and behavior. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab. Prerequisite: BI124
BI245 Laboratory Practicum A 1-2 TBD --T---- Kozubowski
  Course Description:   This course is intended to provide students an opportunity to further their understanding of biological principals by assisting a faculty member in the preparation and instruction of laboratory sessions. See Course Catalog for more details. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor, sophomore or above standing, and a grade of B or better in the course in which the practicum student will be assisting.
BI320 Microbiology A 4.0 2:00- 2:50PM -M-W-F- NELS 125 McDonald
      1:00- 2:50PM --T---- NELS 106 McDonald
  Course Description:   A general study of microorganisms including bacteria, protozoa and certain fungi in relation to their physiology, morphology, taxonomy, life cycles and economic significance. Some training in laboratory technique included. 3 hours lecture; 2 hours lab. Prerequisite BI124
BI335 *Vertebrate Physiology A 4.0 9:10-10:00AM -M-W-F- NELS 102 Kozubowski Alternate Year Course
      2:00- 5:00PM ---W--- NELS 103 Kozubowski Alternate Year Course
  Course Description:   A study of the physiology of vertebrates using a systems approach. This course focuses on the physical and evolutionary forces that shape the major systems of vertebrates, including the nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, and urogenital systems. 3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab. Prerequisite: BI125
BI350 *Ecology A 4.0 11:00-11:50AM -M-W-F- NELS 125 McDonald alternate year course
      1:00- 2:50PM ----R-- NELS 106 McDonald alternate year course
  Course Description:   A study of the interactions of organisms with each other and their environment. 3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab. Prerequisite: BI125 Introduction to Biology II.

Business

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
BU225 Business Finance A 3.0 2:00- 2:50PM -M-W-F- SOSC 14 Carlson
  Course Description:   A study of the principles and methods of how finances of a business enterprise should be managed. The three principal tasks are to assess a business enterprise's financial needs, to acquire the funds the enterprise requires, and to allocate these funds in the business in the most profitable and economical way. Includes a study of financial performance characteristics underlying the investment and financing policies and international financial policies. Prerequisites: AC102 or consent of the instructor.
BU240 Business Communication A 3.0 6:30- 9:30PM --T---- NELS 128 Sickler, R On-Line Course
Will meet first Tuesday @ 6:30
  Course Description:   Communication by and for all levels of management. Includes dynamics, strategies, and practices of written and oral methods, with appropriate techniques for clear and effective communication in today's business environment. Writing is emphasized, and word processing is used to help students gain communication skills.
BU300 Microcomputers for Management A 3.0 2:00- 3:15PM --T-R-- NELS 128 Gentine
  Course Description:   This course will focus upon the design and use of business application for problem-solving and decision-making in a broad range of business settings. See course catalog for more details. Prerequisites: EC200 or consent of the instructor.
BU302 Profiles in Leadership A 3.0 6:30- 9:30PM ---W--- SOSC 16 Gentine
  Course Description:   This course is designed for students in any major who have completed the prerequisites. It will focus on ten key leadership characteristics including: Charisma, Communications, ethics and values, leadership development, leadership failure, leadership styles, leadership traits, power and authority, strategy, and vision. Prerequisites: BU202 and Junior standing.
BU305 Integrated Marketing Communications A 4.0 7:45- 8:55AM -M-W-F- SOSC 14 Gentine
  Course Description:   This is an introductory course on the role integrated marketing communication (including advertising, sales promotion, personal selling, packaging, events, sponsorships, publicity, direct marketing, internet communication, and customer service) in business and society and how they can be used by organizations to further business objectives. Emphasis will be divided between the theoretical, strategic and tactical functions of IMC functions, Prerequisites: AC101, AC102, EC111, EC112, BU221, BU225.
BU310 Basic Marketing Research A 2.0 1:00- 1:50PM -M-W--- SOSC 16 Gentine
  Course Description:   This is an introductory course on Marketing Research using newly developed Excel based software to design, test and evaluate marketing research. The software greatly simplifies statistical procedures used in marketing research to allow students to concentrate on research implementation without becoming bogged down in statistical procedures. The course will require students to complete a sequential exercise following recognized steps and techniques in marketing research, to complete a marketing research project involving student at Bethany College.
BU340 Management Information Systems A 3.0 2:00- 3:15PM -M-W--- SOSC 16 Sickler, R
  Course Description:   A comprehensive view of the organization's information requirements and the role of computer information systems in gathering and producing information. The course deals with both the technological and managerial aspects of information systems and their integration into a organizational setting. Emphasis is on the managerial aspects and includes design, analysis, development and implementation of management information systems. Major topics include user information requirements, system design approaches, data base development and control, and organization for information systems. Prerequisites: BU221, EC200
BU350 Business Law I A 3.0 6:30- 9:30PM -M----- SOSC 16 MohlerSpea
  Course Description:   This course is designed to introduce the student to basic legal concepts regarding common business transactions and activities It will be based upon the rules of common law, as developed through court decisions. Topics covered will include the concepts and functions of law, courts and procedures, torts, contracts, personal property, real property, bailments, landlord and tenant, estates and trusts, and agency. Prerequisites: Junior standing.
BU390 Business Policy A 3.0 10:35-11:50AM --T-R-- SOSC 15 Gentine
  Course Description:   This course gives the student the opportunity to explore in depth the how and why of strategic policy making. See course catalog for more detail. Prerequisites: Departmental core courses and senior standing.

Career Planning

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
CP101 Career Planning Seminar A 1.0 1:00- 1:50PM -M-W--- Schierling Meets 1st 7 weeks
  Course Description:   Introduction to and practice in the career planning process including identification of one's own characteristics (values, interests, abilities), career exploration, information interviewing, decision making, goal setting, and job hunting preparation. Pass-Fail only

Chemistry

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
CH111 General Chemistry II A 4.0 9:10-10:00AM -M-W-F- NELS 208 Lockyear,L
      1:00- 3:50PM ----R-- NELS 203 Lockyear,L
  Course Description:   A continuation of the emphasis in course CH110. Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in both MA102 and CH110 (or equivalent courses). 3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab
CH321 *Analytical Chemistry II A 4.0 1:00- 3:50PM --T---- NELS 203 Lockyear,L
      1:00- 1:50PM -M-W-F- NELS 202 Lockyear,L
  Course Description:   In this course students will gain the knowledge and understanding of analytical chemistry with an emphasis on theory, use, maintenance, and data interpretation of chemical laboratory instrumentation. The primary topics will include spectrophotometry, chromatography, and non-optical spectroscopy (NMR, MS). Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in CH320 Analytical Chemistry I, CH331 Organic Chemistry II, and PH202 University Physics II, or their equivalents. 3 hours lecture and 3 hours lab. Alternate year course.
CH331 Organic Chemistry II A 4.0 1:00- 1:50PM -M-W-F- NELS 208 Englund
      6:30- 9:20PM --T---- NELS 206 Englund
  B 4.0 1:00- 1:50PM -M-W-F- NELS 208 Englund
      1:00- 3:50PM ----R-- NELS 206 Englund
  Course Description:   A continuation of the emphasis in course CH330. Prerequisite: Grade of "C" in CH330 Organic Chemistry I or equivalent. 3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab.
CH360 Biochemistry A 3.0 8:10- 9:00AM -M-W-F- NELS 202 Englund
  Course Description:   Constitution and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins; action and constitution of vitamins, enzymes, hormones, and nucleic acids; chemistry of respiration and tissues; energy relationships; inorganic metabolism and other topics. Prerequisite: Grade of "C" or better in CH331 Organic Chemistry II or equivalent.
CH360L Biochemistry Lab A 1.0 2:00- 4:50PM -M----- NELS 203 Englund
  Course Description:   This course is a laboratory that will study some of the techniques used in biochemistry laboratories. It will emphasize protein and enzyme chemistry involving techniques such as separation, identification, and kinetics. The student will produce well-written, formal laboratory reports.

Communication

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
CM101 Intro to Human Communication A 3.0 11:00-11:50AM -M-W-F- SOSC 11 Isaacson,C
  Course Description:   After an introduction on basic theories of human communication, students will survey the theory and practice of human communication in various contexts, including interpersonal, mass and intercultural.
CM110 Speaking and Listening A 3.0 6:30- 9:00PM --T---- SOSC 15 Jenkins, T
  B 3.0 6:30- 9:00PM ---W--- SOSC 15 Reynolds,C
  Course Description:   An introduction to speech communication with an emphasis upon preparing and delivering public speeches. The course also includes segments on developing listening and critical-thinking skills. Prerequisites: 2.50 grade point average in the high school arts course ( grades 10/11/12) and an English Usage Score of 18 on the Enhanced ACT (English score of 15 on the other version of the ACT). Students who have not met this prerequisite will be required to complete AS003 Writing Skills prior to enrolling in CM110.
CM190 Communications Activities A 1.0 TBD ------- Isaacson,C
  Course Description:   This course allows students to explore and practice various communication skills through participation in various activities related to the communication field. Offered by arrangement. May be repeated with a different project. It is taken on a Pass/Fail basis.
CM212 Oral Interpretation A 3.0 11:00-11:50AM -M-W-F- WLIB W040 LeGault
  Course Description:   The steps in preparing a piece of literature for public presentation are introduced: selection of literature, analysis of literature, rehearsal and performance. Vocal and physical techniques of expression are developed and the student gains poise and confidence in the public presentation of self through oral readings of prose, poetry, drama, and other forms of literature.
CM222 Interpersonal Communication A 3.0 1:10- 2:25PM --T-R-- WLIB W040 Isaacson,C
  Course Description:   A concentrated study of the principles and skills involved in one-on-one communication. Activities and research stress relational and persuasive skills. In addition to gaining research skills in Interpersonal Communication, students improve their interpersonal communication competence. No Prerequisites.
CM391 Senior Project A 3.0 2:00- 4:00PM --T---- PRES 4 Isaacson,C Meet in Presser lower level #4
  Course Description:   This course provides students with the opportunity to develop a culminating work that "pulls together" their course work. A public presentation of the project is required.

Criminal Justice

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
CJ143 Police & Society A 3.0 1:00- 1:50PM -M-W-F- SOSC 10 Smith, D
  Course Description:   An in depth study of the role and responsibilities of law enforcement in American society. The student will study the historical development of American policing, role concepts and conflicts, professionalism of our police, use of discretion, current enforcement practice, and career opportunities.
CJ205 White Collar Crime in Contemporary Society A 3.0 1:00- 2:15PM --T-R-- SOSC 17 Staff
  Course Description:   This course will address the issues of white-collar crime; the violators; and the victims. Students will improve in their ability to recognize the criminal act, it's impact on society, and the need to enact more effective counter measures to deal with the crime. Prerequisites: CJ100, Criminal Justice Survey and CJ200, Judicial Process.
CJ220 Criminal Law A 3.0 6:30- 9:30PM ---W--- SOSC 10 Staff
  Course Description:   History, scope and nature of criminal law; parties to crime; classification of offenses; act and intent; capacity to commit crime and defenses are all covered. In addition, elements of major criminal statutes, along with rules of evidence are examined. Alternate year course.
CJ310 Substance Abuse: Causes, Enforcement & Prevention A 3.0 9:10-10:25AM --T-R-- SOSC 10 Staff
  Course Description:   Alcohol and drug problems that relate to our society. History of alcohol and drug use in America, causes of addiction, identification of drugs, enforcement of drug laws and treatment for addiction.
CJ330 Introduction to Corrections A 3.0 9:10-10:00AM -M-W-F- SOSC 10 Smith, D
  Course Description:   A study of the historic developments of the field of corrections leading up to and including the field of corrections in the United States today. Alternate year course.
CJ350 Juvenile Justice A 3.0 6:30- 9:30PM --T---- SOSC 17 Smith, D
  Course Description:   This course provides a comprehensive analysis of all aspects of the Juvenile Justice system, including history, movements toward diversion and deinstitutionalization, police interaction, Juvenile Court process, due process of the system, and community interventions. The course also looks at different theories of delinquency. Children in Need of Care, and treatment for Juveniles coming into the Juvenile Court process. This course also examines the waiver to adult court process for selected juvenile offenders.
CJ390 Criminal Justice Seminar A 3.0 TBD ------- SOSC Staff
  Course Description:   Analysis, synthesis and evaluation of professional practice and knowledge, skills and ethics in the criminal justice field. Law enforcement, the courts, corrections and their interactions will be considered. The seminar serves as a capstone by requiring students to consider their professional education within the context of their total college experience. Students are required to demonstrate the values and skills of professional scholarship through completion of a capstone project. Prerequisites: SO101, PY101 and 12 hours of Criminal Justice courses.
CJ397 Criminal Justice Practicum A 12.0 TBD ------- Smith, D
  Course Description:   Planned group observation in selected criminal justice agencies representing the major components of police, courts, and corrections.

Computer Science

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
CS223 Principles of Programming l A 3.0 7:00-10:00PM ---W--- NELS 128 Sickler, R
  Course Description:   A study of problem solving and object oriented programming using a current high-level language prominent in industry. Topics include data representations, selection and repetition control structures, expressions, functions, objects, properties, I/O, file manipulation including databases, arrays, documentation and debugging. Students will complete several programming projects and be involved with the review of others. No prerequisites.

Economics

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
EC112 Principles of Microeconomics A 3.0 11:00-11:50AM -M-W-F- SOSC 10 Ahlseen, M
  Course Description:   A study of the market structures of the American economy and the way they function to determine prices, resource allocation and income distribution. Includes an analysis of the problems of monopoly, unionism, agriculture, urbanization, income inequality and poverty, and the environment. Some study of international economics and the world economy. Prerequisite: EC111.
EC200 Microcomputers: Economics and Business Applications A 3.0 10:35-11:50AM --T-R-- NELS 129 Sickler, R online course
  Course Description:   This course is designed to give students experience in business software to produce spreadsheets, data base reports and presentations for a modern corporation. Emphasis will be on solving information needs of organizations using Microsoft Office 2007 as a tool.
EC201 Statistics for Behavioral and Social Science A 3.0 10:35-11:50AM --T-R-- NELS 202 Douglas, D
  Course Description:   This course provides an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. Students will learn how to compute and interpret a variety of statistics and will become knowledgeable about the attributes of the statistics studied. Emphasis will be on conducting statistical analysis and interpreting findings in the behavioral and social sciences. Prerequisites: minimum sophomore status and one of the following: Math ACT score of 18, minimum C grade in high School Algebra I, or AS099, passing grade in college level math course. Permission of instructor may be granted in special circumstances.
EC309 Economics Seminar A 3.0 9:10-10:25AM --T-R-- SOSC 13 Ahlseen, M
  Course Description:   The seminar focuses upon the policy aspects of various contemporary issues See course catalog for more details. Prerequisites: EC111, EC112 and junior standing.
EC330 Money And Banking A 3.0 TBD ------- Staff
  Course Description:   A study of the nature and economic role of money and financial institutions in the U.S. economy. The major focus will be on defining the main elements of the monetary system, determining their influence upon the performance of the economy, relating the economy's performance to the business management decision-making process, and discussing the problems of and policies for achieving the major economic goals of the economy. Prerequisite: EC111, EC112 and BU225.
EC335 Investments A 3.0 11:00-11:50AM -M-W-F- SOSC 16 Carlson
  Course Description:   Analysis of principles and practices of investment procedures, investment policies and security analysis of corporate and government securities. See course catalog for more details. Prerequisites: EC111, EC112 and BU225
EC336 Economic Development and World Resources A 3.0 2:00- 3:15PM --T-R-- SOSC 12 Ahlseen, M alternate year course
  Course Description:   A study of the factors influencing the economic modernization of less developed countries including cultural, human, and natural factors involved in the appearance and disappearance of economic resources. See course catalog for more details. Prerequisites: EC111. Alternate year course.

Education

Course Sec Hours Schedule Days Room Instructor Notes
ED100 Intro to Teacher Ed and the Teaching Profession A 1.0 6:30- 8:10PM ----R-- SOSC 10 Holmquist First seven weeks
  Course Description:   This course is designed to help direct those students who are considering a career in pedagogy--the science of teaching. The seminar combines an exploration of the teaching profession with an exploration of the student as a potential teacher. Students learn about the varying levels and subjects available for teachers and the professional potential for each. In addition, each student constructs an Individual Development Plan to examine not only his or her skills and interests, but also his or her strengths and weaknesses as a future teacher.
ED250 Classroom Management A 2.0 9:10-10:00AM --T-R-- WLIB W035 Hyler, E
  Course Description:   This course examines the classroom conditions and student behaviors necessary for a healthy learning environment. Prospective teachers completing this course will have considered the factors necessary for good classroom management. These include, but are not limited to planning, implementation, and maintenance of structures designed to maximize the learning opportunities for all students. Prerequisite: ED200 or consent of the instructor.
ED310 School Law A 3.0 10:35-11:50AM --T-R-- SOSC 17 Pigge, J
  Course Description:   This course is a broad and comprehensive view of the law governing the state school systems of America. Emphasis will be placed on how principles of law (pertaining to contracts, torts, property, general administrative law, and constitutional law) affect school systems generally, and on the specific laws, rules and regulations of Kansas that govern elementary and secondary education. This course will be taught by the case method. Therefore, the student will be required to utilize analytical skills, and communication skills through oral and written representations of his/her understanding of the concepts and principles in the course. Prerequisites: Junior standing and PS101 or SE210, or consent of the instructor. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED314 Methods of Elementary Reading and Language Arts,4-6 A 4.0 9:10-10:25AM -M-W-F- WLIB W030 Konzem, G. Concurrent with ED315
  Course Description:   This course is designed to instruct pre-service students in the literacy development and integration of speaking, listening, reading, writing, viewing, and visually representing. Students will gain competence in the skills of designing and managing meaningful reading/language arts learning experiences and in the knowledge of content and methodology recommended to effectively teach and assess children from 4th through 6th grade. Prerequisite: ED304. Must be taken concurrently with ED315. Must be taken the academic year immediately prior to clinical practice. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED315 Practicum in Reading, 4-6 A 1.0 TBD ------- Konzem, G. Concurrent with ED314
  Course Description:   This course is designed to give practical experiences in evaluating reading progress of children grades 4-6. Emphasis will be placed on testing procedures, interpreting test data, and planning to meet the individual reading/language arts needs of each child. Prerequisites: ED305. Must be taken concurrently with ED314. Must be taken the academic year immediately prior to clinical practice. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED321 Music Methods for Elementary Teachers A 2.0 1:00- 2:40PM ----R-- PRES 319 Wollenberg
  Course Description:   Introduction to materials and methods related to the inclusion of music in the elementary school curriculum, with an emphasis on the relationship of music to elementary classroom routines and subjects. Acquisition of performance skills and knowledge sufficient to guide children in benefiting from the role played by music in their lives. Experience in directing classroom activities involving music. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED326 Teaching of Social Studies in the Elementary School A 3.0 9:10-10:25AM --T-R-- WLIB W030 Holmquist
  Course Description:   A basic consideration of standards and objectives, content, methods, and materials used in teaching social studies in the elementary schools. Methods include the use of concrete experiences, technology, group processes, questioning, problem-solving, reading, and techniques of assessment. Students will be required to construct and use teaching and resource units. Prerequisites: One U.S. History and GO120 Human Geography. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED327 Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School A 3.0 1:00- 1:50PM -M-W-F- WLIB W030 Konzem, G.
  Course Description:   A course for preservice teachers designed to develop competencies in: 1) knowledge of developmentally appropriate standards-based curricula, 2) pedagogy to empower all students and direct them toward mathematical understanding and 3) mathematical theory as it applies to current reform efforts. Prerequisites: MA102 and MA225. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED333 Physical Education Methods for Elementary Teachers A 2.0 10:35-11:25AM --T-R-- HAHN 101 Seacat, M
ED340 Secondary School Art Methods A 2.0 2:00- 4:00PM -----F- MING 129 Kahler, C
  Course Description:   This course focuses on the art education secondary learner and the development of discipline-based curriculum materials, the role of the art educator of a professional, methods of teaching, assessing processes, advocacy, history of art education, and the preparation of materials to take the student into their student teaching experience. An additional emphasis of this course for the art education major is to develop an in depth understanding of scope and sequence for the pre K-12 art learner. Prerequisites: ED320 must be taken the year prior to student teaching.
ED341 Music Education Methods: Secondary A 2.0 9:10-10:00PM -M-W--- PRES 320 Talbott, D
  Course Description:   The student demonstrates or acquires competencies for specific instructional objectives in each of the following general areas: analysis and evaluation of instructional practices; analysis and evaluation of musical behavior; design of instructional strategies; practice of instructional skills; investigation of teaching-learning processes; preparation for a role in music education; and entry into the teaching profession. Prerequisite: MU151. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED345 *Methods & Materials for Health Education A 2.0 8:10- 9:00AM -M-W--- HAHN 101 Seacat, M
  Course Description:   A study of the principles of health as they relate to the triad of health education, school environment, and student health. The primary focus of this course is on the methods and materials that can be used in teaching health at the elementary, middle, and secondary school levels. Prerequisites: Junior standing. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED348 Teaching in the Middle School A 3.0 6:30- 8:30PM ---W--- WLIB W030 Lowers, M 10 hr practicum REQUIRED
  Course Description:   A course designed to develop a philosophic understanding of middle level education. The course focus is on the nature of early adolescent development and the impact these special needs make upon schooling. Organizational patterns for middle level schools, teaching strategies for different learning styles, and multifunctional roles of the teacher are a few of the topics included in the course. Includes practicum in public schools. Prerequisite: Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED351 Instructional Technology for Teachers A 2.0 7:00- 9:00PM ----R-- NELS 128 D'Andrea
  Course Description:   A methods course designed to give education majors a practical, working knowledge of various instructional technologies as they apply to the teaching/learning process. Prerequisites: Junior standing, ED100 and ED200. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED358 Foundations of Education A 3.0 10:35-11:50AM --T-R-- WLIB W035 Hyler, E
  B 3.0 1:00- 2:10PM --T-R-- WLIB W035 Hyler, E
  Course Description:   This course focuses upon the history of American education, the educational philosophies which have contributed to American education, and the role of education in American society today. Emphasis will be placed on the continuing development of individual student's educational philosophies, the understanding of contemporary educational issues, and learning in modern society. In each of these areas the student will build upon previous work in earlier courses. Prerequisites ED100, ED200 and junior/senior status. Must apply to teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED368 Clinical Practice:Elementary Art A 5-8 TBD STAFF
  Course Description:   See ED365 for a course description.
ED383 Clinical Practice: Secondary Art A 6-8 TBD STAFF
  Course Description:   See ED380 for a course description.
ED406 Methods for Teaching Natural Science in the Secondary School A 3.0 7:00-10:00PM --T---- ACCK ACCK Course-Begins Feb 3
Instructor: Grauer
McPherson Campus-Melhorn
  Course Description:   This course is designed to provide the prospective teacher with knowledge and skills for teaching the natural sciences at the secondary level (Grades 6-12) Content includes curriculum selection and design, safe laboratory management and operation, integration of curriculum, inclusionary practices, methods and modalities of teaching, assessment, classroom application of various forms of technology, and professional organizations. Microteaching, classroom observation and group and self evaluation are included. Prerequisites: ED342 Teaching Methods in the Secondary School.
ED415 Methods for Teaching English in the Secondary School A 3.0 7:00-10:00PM -M----- ACCK ACCK Course-Begins Feb 2
Instructor: Moore
McPherson Campus-Miller
  Course Description:   This course is designed to assist students in becoming confident, effective professional educators in secondary level English (Grades 6-12). Students will become familiar with a variety of specific methods to use in teaching literature, composition, and language. Among topics to be considered will be: current trends in English curriculum development, the six-trait writing process, inclusionary practices, classroom organization, assessment, classroom application of various forms of technology, and professional organizations. Each student will develop a unit of instruction suitable for a secondary level classroom. Prerequisite: ED342 Teaching Methods in the Secondary School. (Offered Spring Semester). Must apply to the teacher education or consent of education department chair.
ED416 Methods for Teaching Speech and Theatre in the Secondary School A 3.0 7:00-10:00PM --T---- ACCK ACCK course-Begins Feb 3
McPherson College-Miller
Instrctor: Kirchner
  Course Description:   This course requires students to apply speech and drama content to the techniques needed for effective secondary level (Grades 6-12) classroom teaching. Opportunities are provided for stude