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PSYC 1301 - General Psychology
3 hrs
History of psychology, physiology, learning perception, social psychology, personality, abnormal behavior, and therapy.
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PSYC 2301 - Developmental Psychology
3 hrs
Physical, intellectual, emotional, and social maturation of the individual from conception through adulthood. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1301
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PSYC 2305 - Adolescent Development
3 hrs
Physical, intellectual and personality development of students from middle childhood through adolescence.
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PSYC 2306 - Child Growth and Development
3 hrs
Physical, intellectual, and personality development of healthy children from birth through middle childhood.
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PSYC 3201 - Introduction to the Profession of Psychology
2 hrs
Introduction to areas of specialization, educational and certification requirements, ethics, and cultural considerations for careers in psychology.
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PSYC 3302 - Motivation and Emotion
3 hrs
Examination of current research and theories about motivation and emotion and application of those theories to the lives of people. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1301 or consent of instructor.
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PSYC 3309 - History and Systems of Psychology
3 hrs
Contributions made by prominent historical figures to the development of psychological systems and theories. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1301
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PSYC 3310 - Theories of Personality
3 hrs
Various ways of defining “personality” and an in-depth study of the major theories of personality; applying knowledge of personality development to enhance students’ human relations skills. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1301 and PSYC 2301 , or consent of instructor.
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PSYC 3314 - Psychology and the Law
3 hrs
JUAD 3314 A study of the influence psychology has on the legal decision-making process and public policy; evaluation of traditional legal dilemmas, e.g., individual rights versus the common good.
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PSYC 3317 - Rape: Perspectives on Sexual Assault
3 hrs
JUAD 3317 and SOCI 3317 Description, understanding, and investigation of sexual assaults; preventative techniques to avoid and deter would-be rapists and sexual assaulters.
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PSYC 3318 - Ethics for Behavioral and Social Sciences
3 hrs
JUAD 3318 and SOCI 3314 A study of the various codes of ethics for the helping professions and law enforcement.
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PSYC 3321 - Marriage and the Family
3 hrs
JUAD 3321 and SOCI 3321 Examination of the family as a social institution; comparative analysis of kinship systems; and recent changes in American family structure.
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PSYC 3325 - Forensic Psychology
3 hrs
JUAD 3325 A study of the impact of psychological influences on the development of criminal behavior; criminal profiling to identify targets of investigation; utilization of profiling by the court and correctional systems
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PSYC 3411 - Research Methods and Data Analysis
4 hrs
POLS 3411 and SOCI 3411 Laboratory course designed to introduce the ethics, types, and designs of research projects and to apply and extend knowledge of the methods of collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting research data.
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PSYC 4308 - Substance Abuse: Assessment and Treatment
3 hrs
Use and abuse of substances; sociocultural, historical, legal, and clinical issues related to drug use; theories and therapeutic approaches for treatment and prevention.
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PSYC 4309 - Psychology of Death and Dying
3 hrs
American “death system” reflecting contemporary theories of death and dying.
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PSYC 4310 - Social Psychology
3 hrs
SOCI 4310 Individual experience and behavior in social situations with an emphasis on experimental procedures for determining the nature of interpersonal relationships. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1301 or consent of instructor.
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PSYC 4311 - Abnormal Psychology
3 hrs
JUAD 4311 Symptoms and causes of major psychoses and neuroses together with an introduction to principles of psychotherapy. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1301 and PSYC 2301 , or consent of instructor.
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PSYC 4312 - Psychology of Parenting
3 hrs
A study of different methods of parenting, including communication skills, problem solving, discipline, child development; theory as well as role play.
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PSYC 4313 - Cognitive Psychology
3 hrs
An examination of how people perceive, remember, think about their world.
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PSYC 4318 - Introduction to Counseling
3 hrs
Major theories of counseling: emphasis on the development of basic therapeutic skills. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1301 and PSYC 2301 , or consent of instructor
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PSYC 4319 - Human Sexuality
3 hrs
Various facets of human sexuality including historical traditions, gender and sexual identity, anatomy and physiology as it affects sexuality, wellness, arousal and responsiveness, love and affection, infertility and pregnancy, sexuality throughout the lifespan, sexual dysfunction and therapy, STDs, and sexual abuse.
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PSYC 4320 - Physiological Psychology
3 hrs
Ideas about how the nervous system produces psychological phenomena such as hunger, addiction, memory, language, and mental disorders. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1301 or consent of instructor.
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PSYC 4340 - Topics in Psychology
3 hrs
Selected issues/topics in psychology.
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PSYC 4360 - Practicum
3 hrs
Supervised field experience in community agencies with an emphasis on integration of theory and practice.
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Public Administration |
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PUAD 5300 - Criminal Law/Civil Law: A Comparative Analysis
3 hrs
An in-depth investigation and comparative study of criminal and civil law including their respective history and development, substantive and procedural differences, remedies, and distinctive characteristics.
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PUAD 5302 - International Legal systems: A Comparative Study
3 hrs
Comparative analysis of international justice systems; the role of these justice agencies as part of societal response to crime; the knowledge base of justice systems; issues, problems, and trends.
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PUAD 5303 - Public Administration
3 hrs
In-depth study in such areas as historical development; leaders and leading public organizations; scholarly writings; context, nature, core functions, and structure of public administration; public policy-making, analysis and implementation; managing public organizations; role and effect of politics, regulation, and administrative law on public administration; and public administration’s future challenges.
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PUAD 5306 - Administrative Law
3 hrs
An overview of administrative law topics such as legislative, executive, and judicial control of administrative actions, public and private access to information, the administrative hearing process, and other due process concerns.
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PUAD 5307 - Emergency Management
3 hrs
Introduction to policies and management practices intended to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the damage done by natural disasters, hazards, industrial accidents and terrorist attacks in the United States.
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PUAD 5310 - Survey of Homeland Security
3 hrs
Examination of such issues as the role and bureaucracy of the Department of Homeland Security; relationship and influences of domestic and international terrorism on shaping homeland security policy and procedures; weapons of mass destruction; and civil liberties in the post 9/11 world.
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PUAD 5311 - Understanding Terrorism and Its History
3 hrs
A study of the history and nature of domestic and international terrorism; special emphasis will be given to on understanding the motivation of international terrorist organizations and their missions and goals.
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PUAD 5312 - Weapons of Mass Destruction and Terrorism
3 hrs
A study of the history and severity of the threat posed by Weapons of Mass Destruction; how new forms of terrorism and wmd’s affect the post-9/11 security environment.
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PUAD 5313 - Applied Alternative Dispute Resolution
3 hrs
Advance level workshops directed toward applying the various ADR methods, including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration, in the resolution of different types of conflicts and disagreements.
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PUAD 5314 - Law Enforcement Administration
3 hrs
Focus on the law enforcement agency from the standpoint of top and middle management, including but not limited to labor relations, personnel management, fiscal administration, and the integration of internal and external operations.
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PUAD 5315 - Special Topics in Homeland Security
3 hrs
In-depth exploration, analysis, and assessment of contemporary topics of special concern to homeland security.
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PUAD 5316 - Special Topics in Justice Administration
3 hrs
In-depth exploration, analysis, and assessment of contemporary topics of special concern to the administration of criminal/juvenile justice systems.
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PUAD 5317 - Special Topics in Government Administration
3 hrs
Seminar on important topics not ordinarily covered in other courses; offered in response to special departmental interests of faculty and students.
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PUAD 5318 - Current Issues in Public Administration
3 hrs
Advance level workshops directed toward identifying and analyzing current public policy issues.
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PUAD 5320 - Cultural Diversity
3 hrs
A comparative analysis and critical thinking about the changing sociological, economical and political status of the diverse cultural groups in the United States and globally.
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PUAD 5340 - Public Administration Capstone
3 hrs
An integrated review of the core courses (Ethics, Legal Environment, Public Finance, and Public Administration), combining and applying their principles with public policy process and analysis principles to propose public policy solutions to public administration issues.
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Religion |
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RLGN 0001 - Theological Research and Writing Lab
0 hrs
Workshop to guide students through research, writing, and completion of Turabian style research project as required by the School of Religion and Philosophy; course offered on-line and on the Plainview campus. Note: Must be taken as a co-requisite with the first upper-level RLED/RLGN course which requires a research paper or if required by the instructor. Course Fee: $50
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RLGN 1301 - Old Testament History
3 hrs
An introductory survey of the historical literature with special attention to the institutions, religion, and national life of the Hebrew people.
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RLGN 1302 - New Testament History
3 hrs
An introductory survey of the historical literature with special attention to the background and origins of Christian beliefs and practices, and to the life of Jesus Christ and the early Christian community.
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RLGN 1320 - Introduction to Christian Missions
3 hrs
Introduction to Christian mission utilizing a trans-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary approach. Configuring Christian mission within the new paradigm of fine arts, education, social and behavior sciences, mathematics and natural sciences, language (including ESL), business, and music (especially ethnomusicology) alongside traditional mission mechanisms of proclamation, evangelism, and church-planting. Equipping short- and long-term mission volunteers in each of the disciplines within the university system. Seeking to identify and articulate effective means of doing mission from this approach.
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RLGN 3309 - Spiritual Formation
3 hrs
RLED 3309 Principles of discipleship, prayer, spiritual gifts, and ministry involvement. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 3331 - Anthropology for Christian Missions
3 hrs
The study of humankind from a biblical perspective, including the elements of human cultures, particularly rituals, symbols, and ceremonies; the relationship of cultural anthropology and Christian mission, particularly in cross-cultural contexts. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 0001, RLGN 1301 , and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 3335 - Understanding Christian Marriage
3 hrs
RLED 3335 Biblical understanding of marriage and related areas of marital growth. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4302 - Christian Theology
3 hrs
The central doctrines of the Christian faith from a systematic approach. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4303 - Philosophy of Religion
3 hrs
PHIL 4303 Philosophical thinking about religion with emphasis on the Judeo-Christian tradition; 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 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4304 - Old Testament Theology
3 hrs
Major theological concepts in the Old Testament. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4305 - New Testament Theology
3 hrs
Major theological concepts in the New Testament. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4306 - The Intertestamental Period
3 hrs
History of the Jewish people during the period known as Second Temple Judaism, including a survey of the apocryphal, pseudepigraphal, and Dead Sea literature and their implications for New Testament study. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4307 - Church History
3 hrs
History of the Christian Church. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4308 - Evangelism
3 hrs
RLED 4308 Principles, messages, and methods of the New Testament evangelism and discipleship. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4310 - World Religions
3 hrs
PHIL 4310 Introduction to the thought of major religions of the world. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4311 - 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 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4312 - Contemporary Christian Missions
3 hrs
RLED 4312 Examination of current Christian mission efforts through various national and international mission agencies, emphasizing organization, strategies and methodologies for support and involvement. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4313 - Issues in Contemporary Theology
3 hrs
Issues in contemporary theology utilizing the work of major twentieth-century theological writers. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4314 - Biblical Interpretation
3 hrs
PHIL 4314 The science of biblical exegesis and interpretation. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4315 - The Christian Ministry
3 hrs
RLED 4315 Christian Ministry in contemporary culture. Includes historical and theological foundations, avenues of ministry, preventive education, and pastoral counseling. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4316 - The Pentateuch and Former Prophets
3 hrs
Genesis through Second Kings. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4317 - Latter Prophets
3 hrs
The lives and literature of the prophets of Israel. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4318 - The Writings
3 hrs
Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, Ruth, Lamentations, Esther, Daniel, 1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra, and Nehemiah. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4320 - 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 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4321 - Psychology of Religion
3 hrs
RLED 4321 Psychological aspects of spiritual development, a comparison between psychology and religion, and a model for integration of the two disciplines. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 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 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4323 - Basic Christian Ethics
3 hrs
PHIL 4323 Introduction to principles of Christian ethics with their application to problems of contemporary society. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4324 - 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 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4325 - Historical Theology
3 hrs
Survey of theological development in Christianity from the New Testament period to the contemporary era. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4326 - The Ministry of the Holy Spirit
3 hrs
The work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the Christian and the ministry of the church, relationship of the Holy Spirit to the Bible (inspiration and authority), to the individual (in filling and spiritual gifts), and to the church (Christian growth and evangelism). Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4327 - Christian Worship
3 hrs
Nature, purpose, and methods of Christian worship. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4330 - Baptist History
3 hrs
History of the Baptists to the present. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4331 - Topics in Religion
3 hrs
Selected issues in religion, including biblical exegesis and interpretation, Christian doctrines, ministerial praxis, and contemporary moral issues. Note: May be repeated for credit when subject matter and topic change. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4332 - Cross-Cultural Communication of the Gospel
3 hrs
The literature of intercultural communication, with attention to understanding cultural contexts and barriers, with applications to Christian witness across, and within, cultures. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 0001, RLGN 1301 , RLGN 1302 , and RLGN 3331 .
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RLGN 4333 - Cross Cultural Leadership-
3 hrs
Historical, theoretical, and practical orientation to leadership studies, particularly in intercultural contexts; examination and creation of leadership models to be developed through cross-cultural discipleship, using indigenous forms and patterns. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 0001, RLGN 1301 , RLGN 1302 , and RLGN 3331 .
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RLGN 4349 - History of Christian Missions
3 hrs
RLED 4349 The history of Christian missions with an emphasis upon the Modern Missions Movement and the Baptist missions efforts. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4351 - Contemporary Missions in Context
3 hrs
RLED 4351 Overview of culture and language in context; mission activities from the past including the most recent decade; Christian relief and development and other strategies for ministering to unreached people groups; equipping volunteers to be more effective in missions. Note: Content may vary. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302
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RLGN 4360 - Practicum
3 hrs
RLED 4360 Develop skills in ministry by means of class lectures and internship experience under complete supervision. Persons already in ministry positions will be placed with appropriate supervisors. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing. RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 4361 - Supervised Ministry
3 hrs
RLED 4361 Practical skills, healthy attitudes, and varied approaches to ministry under competent supervision and class participation. Persons presently in ministry positions will be required to find an appropriate supervisor. Prerequisite(s): RLGN 1301 and RLGN 1302 .
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RLGN 5101 - Colloquium
1 hrs
A study of various topics in theology, Bible, church history, Christian ministry, and Christian ethics. Note: May be repeated for credit when content varies.
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RLGN 5102 - Comprehensive Written Examination
1 hrs
Eight hour written examination over all courses taken at Wayland Baptist University for the Master of Christian Ministry degree. Note: May be taken in two consecutive days at four hours each day. One semester hour of credit is granted for this course.
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RLGN 5103 - Capstone Course for the Master of Christian Ministry Degree
1 hrs
This seminar will guide the student to integrate the knowledge and skills learned in his/her course of study through reflection on the ways in which these courses can strengthen the practice of specific ministries.
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RLGN 5111 - Practice of the Inward Spiritual Disciplines
1 hrs
RLED 5111 Introduction to one or more spiritual disciplines oriented toward the inner life of the Christian, practiced within a weekly spiritual formation small group of M.Div. students. Prerequisite(s): RLED 5354 /RLGN 5354 .
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RLGN 5112 - Practice of the Inward Spiritual Disciplines
1 hrs
RLED 5112 Introduction to one or more spiritual disciplines oriented toward the inner life of the Christian, practiced within a weekly spiritual formation small group of M.Div. students. Prerequisite(s): RLED 5354 /RLGN 5354 .
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RLGN 5113 - Practice of the Outward Spiritual Disciplines
1 hrs
RLED 5113 Introduction to one or more spiritual disciplines oriented toward the external practices of the Christian life, practiced within a weekly spiritual formation small group of M.Div. students. Prerequisite(s): RLED 5354 /RLGN 5354 .
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RLGN 5114 - Practice of the Outward Spiritual Disciplines
1 hrs
RLED 5114 Introduction to one or more spiritual disciplines oriented toward the external practices of the Christian life, practiced within a weekly spiritual formation small group of M.Div. students. Prerequisite(s): RLED 5354 /RLGN 5354 .
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RLGN 5115 - Practice of the Corporate Spiritual Disciplines
1 hrs
RLED 5115 Introduction to one or more spiritual disciplines oriented toward the growth of Christian community, practiced within a weekly spiritual formation small group of M.Div. students. Prerequisite(s): RLED 5354 /RLGN 5354 .
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RLGN 5116 - Practice of the Corporate Spiritual Disciplines
1 hrs
RLED 5116 Introduction to one or more spiritual disciplines oriented toward the growth of Christian community, practiced within a weekly spiritual formation small group of M.Div. students. Prerequisite(s): RLED 5354 /RLGN 5354 .
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RLGN 5161 - Spiritual Development Mentoring Practicum
1 hrs
RLED 5161 Practicum to lead a weekly spiritual formation small group experience under the guidance of a faculty supervisor. Prerequisite(s): 6 credits in RLGN 5111 /RLED 5111 and completion of more than half of the hours necessary for the M.Div. degree.
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RLGN 5162 - Spiritual Development Mentoring Practicum
1 hrs
RLED 5162 Practicum to lead a weekly spiritual formation small group experience under the guidance of a faculty supervisor. Prerequisite(s): 6 credits in RLGN 5116 /RLED 5116 and completion of more than half of the hours necessary for the M.Div. degree.
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RLGN 5303 - Philosophy of Religion
3 hrs
PHIL 5303 Research in philosophical thinking about religion with emphasis on the Judeo-Christian tradition; 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.
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RLGN 5304 - Old Testament Theology
3 hrs
Research in major theological concepts in the Old Testament.
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RLGN 5305 - New Testament Theology
3 hrs
Research in major theological concepts in the New Testament.
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RLGN 5306 - The Intertestamental Period
3 hrs
HIST 5306 Research in the history of the Jewish people during the period known as Second Temple Judaism, including a survey of apocryphal, pseudepigraphal and Dead Sea literature and their implications for New Testament study.
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RLGN 5307 - Church History
3 hrs
HIST 5307 Research in the history of the Christian Church.
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RLGN 5308 - Evangelism
3 hrs
RLED 5308 Research into the history and methods of evangelism with special attention to contemporary expression.
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RLGN 5310 - World Religions
3 hrs
PHIL 5310 Research in the origin, personalities, historical development, and basic thought of major religions of the world.
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RLGN 5311 - 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.
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