Academic Catalog 2019-2020

Apr 27, 2024

Academic Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Click here to view the Texas Common Course Numbering System.

Each course includes an academic discipline prefix followed by four numerals (Example: HIST 3305). The first numeral indicates the academic level of a course; Academic Achievement is indicated by a “0”; freshman-level courses by a “1”; sophomore-level courses by a “2”; junior/senior-level courses by a “3” or “4”; courses restricted to graduate students by a “5.”

After taking a higher level course, a student is not allowed to take the prerequisite of the course for credit. For example, if a student successfully completed MATH 1304 - College Algebra, the student would not be allowed to take ACAC 0325 - Pre-Algebra and ACAC0326 - Elementary Algebra or MATH1300 - Intermediate Algebra.

The second digit indicates the semester hour credit given for the course. The third and fourth digits represent the position of the course in the sequence of offerings by the discipline.

Example: HIST 3305

	HIST - History curriculum
	3 - Junior level course
	3 - Three semester hours credit
	05 - Fifth course in the sequence of history courses

Other indicators used in the numbering system include:

Career and Technology courses are indicated by CTED prefix.
Hyphenated numbers, which indicate that the first semester course is usually a prerequisite to the second (GERM 1301-1302).
Directed Study Courses indicated by a section number of 99 (HIST 3305.99).
Practicum Courses indicated by a 60-69 in the final two digits (EDUC 4361).
Experimental/Special Courses indicated by a 79X in the final digits (ENGL 4379X).
Honor Courses indicated by a 90-99 in the final two digits (MATH 4691).

Not every course is offered regularly. Students should consult the Schedule of Classes to ascertain which courses are actually offered during a given semester.

***CHIN, FREN, GERM, LATN, and SPAN 1301 and CHIN, FREN, GERM, LATN, and SPAN 1302 may be taught at external campuses as three-hour courses without additional emphasis given to the communicative aspect.**

** BIOL 1300, BIOL 2301, BIOL 4307,GEOL 1301, GEOL 1304, GEOL 3302, GEOL 3304, GEOL 3305, GEOL 3309, GEOL 4307, and ENVS 3301 may be taught at external campuses as three hour courses without labs and without fees.**

Course Numbering System

Number	Eligibility
0100-0300	Developmental or Ensemble course
1000-1400	Freshman course
2000-2400	Sophomore course
3000-3400	Junior course
4000-4600	Senior course
5000-5600	Master’s course
6000-6600	Doctoral course

Please note, when searching courses by Code or Number, an asterisk (*) can be used to return mass results. For instance a Code search of ” 23* ” can be entered, returning all 2300 level courses.

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Theological Studies
	THST 4321 - Jesus and the Gospels 3 hrs The person, ministry, and teachings of Jesus Christ as distinctively presented in the canonical gospels. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4322 - Life and Letters of Paul 3 hrs Life and times of the apostle Paul with an interpretation of his letters. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4323 - General Epistles and Revelation 3 hrs An interpretation of the epistles of Hebrews, James, Peter, John, Jude, and the book of Revelation. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4324 - New Testament Theology 3 hrs Major theological concepts in the New Testament. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4330 - Christian Ethics 3 hrs Introduction to principles of Christian ethics with their application to problems of contemporary society. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304 Also see: PHIL 4330
	THST 4331 - Christian Faith in a Post-Christian World 3 hrs Introduction to contemporary intellectual challenges and concerns, such as the existence of God, the relation of faith and science, the problem of evil and suffering, miracles and the historicity of the resurrection of Jesus, and religious pluralism; consideration of way Christians can responsibly engage such issues in a biblically and theologically responsible manner. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304 Also see: PHIL 4331
	THST 4332 - Philosophy of Religion 3 hrs Philosophical thinking about religion with emphasis on Judeo-Christian tradition as compared to other religious traditions; major attention on the nature of religious experience, the nature and existence of God, the problem of evil and suffering, religious epistemology, human destiny, and the relation of science and religion. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304 Also see: PHIL 4332
	THST 4333 - World Religions 3 hrs Introduction to the thought of major religions of the world. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304 Also see: PHIL 4333
	THST 4340 - New Religious Movements 3 hrs Introduction to the history and thought of religious or spiritual groups founded after 1800, which evidence deviant beliefs and/or practices from established denominations and religions; major attention on Latter-Day Saints, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Christian Science, New Age Movements, and other groups which have a significant presence in the United States. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4341 - Women in Ministry 3 hrs A survey of the historical traditions and present contexts of women’s roles in ministry by exploring biblical evidence, theological underpinnings, historical responses, and spiritual and practical implications within the church. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4350 - Church History 3 hrs History of the Christian Church. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4351 - Baptist History 3 hrs History of the Baptists to the present. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4352 - Historical Theology 3 hrs Survey of theological development in Christianity from the New Testament period to the contemporary era. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4353 - History of Christian Missions 3 hrs The history of Christian missions with an emphasis upon the Modern Missions Movement and the Baptist missions efforts. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4371 - Topics in Biblical Studies 3 hrs Selected issues in ancient near eastern, Jewish, or Greco-Roman backgrounds; archeology; Old Testament key subjects, critical methods, or exegesis and interpretation; or New Testament key subjects, critical methods, or exegesis and interpretation. Note: May be repeated for credit when subject matter and topic change. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4372 - Topics in Church History 3 hrs Selected periods or regions of church history; key Christian leaders, movements, or organizations. Note: May be repeated for credit when subject matter and topic change. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4373 - Topics in Christian Thought 3 hrs Selected issues in Christian theology or moral issues, key theologians or ethicists, or the development of Christian doctrine or ethical views. Note: May be repeated for credit when subject matter and topic change. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 4374 - Topics in Religion 3 hrs Selected issues in religion, Philosophy of religion, comparative religion, or interreligious dialogue. Note: May be repeated for credit when subject matter and topic change. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 or RLGN 1303 , and RLGN 1302 or RLGN 1304
	THST 5160 - Readings in Christian Spirituality 1 hrs Introduction to one or more classic texts of Christian devotional and/or contemplative spirituality, with focus on deepening the devotional life through reflection, contemplation, and practice within a weekly spiritual formation small group. Note: May be repeated when content varies. Prerequisite(s): MNST 5301 or THST 5301 or similar undergraduate courses
	THST 5300 - Foundations of Biblical Interpretation 3 hrs Research in the principles and methods of biblical exegesis and interpretation with an emphasis on the problem of communicating the biblical message in the modern world. Also see: PHIL 5300
	THST 5301 - Christian Spirituality 3 hrs Research and analysis of the history of Christian spiritual reflection, focusing on women and men who have reflected deeply on the Christian life with God and its implications; emphasis on critical engagement with a range of classic texts of Christian spirituality, both devotional and contemplative in nature, with a goal to enhance and deepen personal faith.
	THST 5302 - Christian Theology 3 hrs Research in the nature, source, and scope of the doctrines of Christianity.
	THST 5303 - Old Testament Foundations 3 hrs Introduction to the ancient Near Eastern background of the books of the Hebrew Bible, with emphasis on pertinent historical-critical issues, theological interpretation, and contemporary application.
	THST 5304 - New Testament Foundations 3 hrs Introduction to the historical and cultural background of the books of the New Testament, with emphasis on pertinent historical-critical issues, theological interpretation, and contemporary application.
	THST 5310 - Torah 3 hrs Intensive examination and exegetical analysis of the first five books of the Old Testament, including historical and cultural setting, key themes, interpretive issues, and the history of scholarship.
	THST 5311 - Former Prophets 3 hrs Intensive examination of Hebrew history from the conquest of Canaan to the fall of Jerusalem and exegetical analysis of the books of Joshua, Judges, Samuel, and Kings, including historical and cultural issues, key themes, and interpretive issues.
	THST 5312 - Latter Prophets 3 hrs Intensive examination of the lives and literature of the major and minor prophets of the Hebrew Scripture in relationship to their historical and cultural setting and application of their message to the church of today.
	THST 5313 - The Writings 3 hrs Intensive examination of the history of the Jewish people during the period of the Writings division of the Hebrew Scripture and of the literature of this division.
	THST 5314 - Old Testament Theology 3 hrs Research in major theological concepts in the Old Testament.
	THST 5320 - Second Temple Judaism 3 hrs Research in the history of the Jewish people from the post-exilic period through the Jewish-Roman War, including a survey of the apocryphal, pseudepigraphal, and Dead Sea literature and their implications for New Testament study.
	THST 5321 - Jesus and the Gospels 3 hrs Research in the life and teachings of Jesus as presented in the canonical Gospels with an emphasis on the use of biblical criticisms in the study of Jesus and the Gospels.
	THST 5322 - Life and Letters of Paul 3 hrs Research in the life of Paul and an interpretation of the letters with particular attention to their historical settings, and with an emphasis on the problem of the relationship of Acts to the canonical letters.
	THST 5323 - General Epistles and Revelation 3 hrs Research in the epistles of Hebrews, James, Peter, John, Jude, and the book of Revelation with particular attention to their historical settings, with an emphasis on questions concerning the literary genre of each writing.
	THST 5324 - New Testament Theology 3 hrs Research in major theological concepts in the New Testament.
	THST 5330 - Christian Ethics 3 hrs Research in the principles of Christian ethics and their application to the problems of contemporary society. Also see: PHIL 5330
	THST 5331 - Christian Faith in a Post-Christian World 3 hrs Critical analysis of contemporary intellectual challenges and concerns–such as the existence of God, the relation of faith and science, the problem of evil and suffering, miracles and the historicity of the resurrection of Jesus, and religious pluralism–and appropriate Christian responses that engage these issues in a biblically and theologically responsible manner. Also see: PHIL 5331
	THST 5332 - Philosophy of Religion 3 hrs Research in philosophical thinking about religion with emphasis on the Judeo-Christian tradition as compared to other religious traditions; major attention on the nature of religious experience, the nature and existence of God, the problem of evil and suffering, religious epistemology, human destiny, and the relation of science and religion. Also see: PHIL 5332
	THST 5333 - World Religions 3 hrs Research in the origin, personalities, historical development, and basic thought of major religions of the world. Also see: PHIL 5333
	THST 5340 - New Religious Movements 3 hrs Intensive study and analysis of origins, personalities, historical development, and thought of religious or spiritual groups founded after 1800, which evidence deviant beliefs and/or practices from established denominations and religions; Major attention on Latter-Day Saints, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Christian Science, New Age Movements, and other groups which have a significant presence in the United States.
	THST 5341 - Women in Ministry 3 hrs Research into the biblical evidence, theological underpinnings, and historical responses for the role of women in Christian ministry, including their spiritual and practical implications for the present and future of the church.
	THST 5350 - Church History 3 hrs Research in the history of the Christian Church.
	THST 5351 - Baptist History 3 hrs Research in the history of the Baptists to the present.
	THST 5352 - Historical Theology 3 hrs Research in the theological developments of the church from the New Testament period to the contemporary era.
	THST 5353 - History of Christian Missions 3 hrs The history of Christian missions with an emphasis upon the Modern Missions Movement and the Baptist missions efforts.
	THST 5361 - Thesis I 3 hrs Research toward the completion of the master’s thesis; supervised by full-time faculty. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the M.A. in Theological Studies thesis (pre-doctoral) track; completion of all required graduate coursework, and minimum of 32 hours total graduate coursework; and approval from thesis approval committee
	THST 5362 - Thesis II 3 hrs Writing and completion of the master’s thesis; supervised by full-time faculty. Prerequisite(s): THST 5361
	THST 5370 - Exploration of Religious Sites 3 hrs Directed research and analysis of major events related to and the influence of geography, material culture, and/or non-material culture upon a religious group during an on-site study tour of key sites–ancient and/or modern–of religious significance. Note: May be repeated one time for credit when sites and subject varies.
	THST 5371 - Topics in Biblical Studies 3 hrs Research in selected issues in ancient near eastern, Jewish, or Greco-Roman backgrounds; archeology; Old Testament key subjects, critical methods, or exegesis and interpretation; or New Testament key subjects, critical methods, or exegesis and interpretation. Note: May be repeated for credit when subject matter and topic change.
	THST 5372 - Topics in Church History 3 hrs Research in selected periods or regions of church history; key Christian leaders, movement, or organizations. Note: May be repeated for credit when subject matter and topic change.
	THST 5373 - Topics in Christian Thought 3 hrs Research in selected issues in Christian theology or moral issues, key theologians or ethicists, or the development of Christian doctrine or ethical views. Note: May be repeated for credit when subject matter and topic change.
	THST 5374 - Topics in Religion 3 hrs Selected issues in religion, philosophy of religion, comparative religion, or interreligious dialogue. Note: May be repeated for credit when subject matter and topic change.
Voice
	VOIC 1101 - Class Voice 1 hrs Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
	VOIC 1102 - Class Voice 1 hrs Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
	VOIC 1105 - Private Voice 1 hrs Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 1106 - Private Voice 1 hrs Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 1205 - Private Voice 2 hrs Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 1206 - Private Voice 2 hrs Study of the fundamentals of voice including breath control, resonance, and diction; attention directed to building a basic repertoire for the beginning voice student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 2105 - Private Voice 1 hrs Continued study of vocal technique; in addition to compositions in English, literature includes art songs, recitatives, and arias in foreign language. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 1106 Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 2106 - Private Voice 1 hrs Continued study of vocal technique; in addition to compositions in English, literature includes art songs, recitatives, and arias in foreign language. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 1106 Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 2205 - Private Voice 2 hrs Continued study of vocal technique; in addition to compositions in English, literature includes art songs, recitatives, and arias in foreign language. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 1106 Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 2206 - Private Voice 2 hrs Continued study of vocal technique; in addition to compositions in English, literature includes art songs, recitatives, and arias in foreign language. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 1106 Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 3105 - Private Voice 1 hrs Intensive study of advanced vocal techniques; repertoire comprises more technically demanding French, German, Italian, and American art songs as well as recitatives and arias from both oratorio and opera. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 2106 Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 3106 - Private Voice 1 hrs Intensive study of advanced vocal techniques; repertoire comprises more technically demanding French, German, Italian, and American art songs as well as recitatives and arias from both oratorio and opera. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 2106 Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 3205 - Private Voice 2 hrs Intensive study of advanced vocal techniques; repertoire comprises more technically demanding French, German, Italian, and American art songs as well as recitatives and arias from both oratorio and opera. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 2106 Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 3206 - Private Voice 2 hrs Intensive study of advanced vocal techniques; repertoire comprises more technically demanding French, German, Italian, and American art songs as well as recitatives and arias from both oratorio and opera. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 2106 Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 4105 - Private Voice 1 hrs Emphasizes interpretation which is stylistically and artistically appropriate for the major periods of vocal literature. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 3106 Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 4106 - Private Voice 1 hrs Emphasis upon interpretation which is stylistically and artistically appropriate for the major periods of vocal literature. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 4105 Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 4205 - Private Voice 2 hrs Emphasizes interpretation which is stylistically and artistically appropriate for the major periods of vocal literature. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 3106 Course Fee: $712.00
	VOIC 4206 - Private Voice 2 hrs Emphasis upon interpretation which is stylistically and artistically appropriate for the major periods of vocal literature. Prerequisite(s): VOIC 4105 Course Fee: $712.00

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Course Descriptions

THST 4321 - Jesus and the Gospels

THST 4322 - Life and Letters of Paul

THST 4323 - General Epistles and Revelation

THST 4324 - New Testament Theology

THST 4330 - Christian Ethics

THST 4331 - Christian Faith in a Post-Christian World

THST 4332 - Philosophy of Religion

THST 4333 - World Religions

THST 4340 - New Religious Movements

THST 4341 - Women in Ministry

THST 4350 - Church History

THST 4351 - Baptist History

THST 4352 - Historical Theology

THST 4353 - History of Christian Missions

THST 4371 - Topics in Biblical Studies

THST 4372 - Topics in Church History

THST 4373 - Topics in Christian Thought

THST 4374 - Topics in Religion

THST 5160 - Readings in Christian Spirituality

THST 5300 - Foundations of Biblical Interpretation

THST 5301 - Christian Spirituality

THST 5302 - Christian Theology

THST 5303 - Old Testament Foundations

THST 5304 - New Testament Foundations

THST 5310 - Torah

THST 5311 - Former Prophets

THST 5312 - Latter Prophets

THST 5313 - The Writings

THST 5314 - Old Testament Theology

THST 5320 - Second Temple Judaism

THST 5321 - Jesus and the Gospels

THST 5322 - Life and Letters of Paul

THST 5323 - General Epistles and Revelation

THST 5324 - New Testament Theology

THST 5330 - Christian Ethics

THST 5331 - Christian Faith in a Post-Christian World

THST 5332 - Philosophy of Religion

THST 5333 - World Religions

THST 5340 - New Religious Movements

THST 5341 - Women in Ministry

THST 5350 - Church History

THST 5351 - Baptist History

THST 5352 - Historical Theology

THST 5353 - History of Christian Missions

THST 5361 - Thesis I

THST 5362 - Thesis II

THST 5370 - Exploration of Religious Sites

THST 5371 - Topics in Biblical Studies

THST 5372 - Topics in Church History

THST 5373 - Topics in Christian Thought

THST 5374 - Topics in Religion

VOIC 1101 - Class Voice

VOIC 1102 - Class Voice

VOIC 1105 - Private Voice

VOIC 1106 - Private Voice

VOIC 1205 - Private Voice

VOIC 1206 - Private Voice

VOIC 2105 - Private Voice

VOIC 2106 - Private Voice

VOIC 2205 - Private Voice

VOIC 2206 - Private Voice

VOIC 3105 - Private Voice

VOIC 3106 - Private Voice

VOIC 3205 - Private Voice

VOIC 3206 - Private Voice

VOIC 4105 - Private Voice

VOIC 4106 - Private Voice

VOIC 4205 - Private Voice

VOIC 4206 - Private Voice