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    Mar 28, 2024  
Lee University Catalog 2018-2019 
    
Lee University Catalog 2018-2019 [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions


 

Pastoral Ministry - (DAL)

  
  • PASM 261 - Introduction to Preaching


    A study of the basic principles of preaching and sermon preparation.

    Prerequisites
    ENGL-106 and BIBL-261.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • PASM 262 - The Ministry of Preaching


    A study of the construction and delivery of sermons. Special attention is given to those elements of craftsmanship, style, and theological understanding basic to persuasive preaching.

    Prerequisites
    PASM-261.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • PASM 264 - The Christian Family


    A study of marriage and the family from a Christian perspective.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • PASM 265 - Practicum


    A practicum in which the student has supervised field engagement in selected areas of Christian ministry. A minimum of 150 hours of intentional supervised ministry engagement is required. Acceptable ministry engagements must be approved by DAL.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • PASM 266 - Practicum


    A practicum in which the student has supervised field engagement in selected areas of Christian ministry. A minimum of 150 hours of intentional supervised ministry engagement is required. Acceptable ministry engagements must be approved by DAL. PASM-266 is a continuation of PASM-265.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • PASM 271 - Fundamentals of Preaching (DAL)


    This course is a study of the construction and delivery of sermons.  Special attention is given to those elements of craftsmanship, style, and theological understanding basic to persuasive preaching.

    Prerequisites
    ENGL-106 & BIBL-261

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students only.
  
  • PASM 347 - The Pastor and Christian Education


    Consideration of local church agencies and other means of Christian education with emphasis on the pastor’s role in the teaching ministry.  (CHED-347)

    Credit Hours: 3
    Notes
    Charlotte Center
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • PASM 351 - Ministry of Worship


    A biblical, theological, and practical approach to Pentecostal worship in the local church with emphasis on special occasions such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, communion and dedications. The study includes development of a biblical theology and practical philosophy of worship, a historical and contemporary overview, examining various styles of worship, and the planning of each aspect of a worship service.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • PASM 353 - Contemporary World Religions


    A study of the history and teachings of the major non-Christian religions of the world with an attempt to relate them to their cultural background.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Notes
    Crosslisted with ICSP-352.
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.

Pastoral Studies

  
  • PASM 202 - Pastoral Ministry Seminar


    An assessment of one’s ministerial identity in view of God’s call, personal abilities and spiritual giftedness. The methodology will include an off-campus retreat. Required of all sophomores majoring in Pastoral Ministry.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PASM 223 - Community Service Chaplaincy


    This course will prepare students to serve as Community Service Chaplains in specialized settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, jails and prisons, detention centers, and law enforcement agencies. The overall objective is to provide a grasp of key issues and practical ideas for enhancing the local church’s outreach to hurting humanity in their church and in their community.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Notes
    This course is service-enhanced and requires co-requisite enrollment in PASM-223S.
  
  • PASM 291 - Contemporary Issues in Pastoral Ministry


    Courses presenting varied issues, trends and methods of ministry which are of contemporary interest but beyond the scope of established courses within the disciplines. Repeatable for credit.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PASM 292 - Contemporary Issues in Pastoral Ministry


    Courses presenting varied issues, trends and methods of ministry which are of contemporary interest but beyond the scope of established courses within the disciplines. Repeatable for credit.

    Credit Hours: 2
  
  • PASM 293 - Contemporary Issues in Pastoral Ministry


    Courses presenting varied issues, trends and methods of ministry which are of contemporary interest but beyond the scope of established courses within the disciplines. Repeatable for credit.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PASM 310 - Church Planting


    A course designed to highlight a key component of church growth and evangelism. This course will look at the Biblical basis, the historical background and the planting process of birthing churches in a number of contexts. Special emphasis will be placed on understanding the person of the church planter and the local, cultural context of the church plant.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PASM 352 - The Church and Social Problems


    A consideration of the church’s role and function in the light of history and with special reference to the rapidly changing aspects of human need and social resources. Emphasis will be on the church’s involvement in the emerging problems in American life.

    Prerequisites
    Must have completed 45 credit hours.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PASM 363 - Expository Preaching


    The problems and methods of expository preaching will be explored and selected passages studied with a view to discussing and using their exegetical and expository values.

    Prerequisites
    CHMN-230

    Credit Hours: 3
    DAL
  
  • PASM 390 - Internship


    The internship is designed to give a broad-based experience in Christian ministry. It offers opportunities for integrating formal training and practical involvement in a church setting. Participation, observation, discussions and reflection are the primary components fulfilled under supervision. A minimum of one hundred and fifty (150) hours is required in the ministry setting, documented by journaling and weekly reporting. The setting and supervision will be assigned or approved by the faculty supervisor.

    Prerequisites
    CHMN-150, CHMN-210, CHMN-220, and CHMN-230

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PASM 410 - Church Ministry in the Community


    A study of methods for assessing local churches and communities with the intent of designing ministry strategies that can impact communities for fulfilling the mission of the church. Various analytical tools will be employed to enhance understanding of churches and communities. Emphasis will be placed on the development of social/benevolent ministries as a central aspect of the church’s mission.

    Prerequisites
    CHMN-340

    Credit Hours: 3
    Notes
    This course is service-enhanced and requires co-requisite enrollment in PASM-340S.
  
  • PASM 461 - The Pastoral Ministry I


    A study of pastoral ministry with emphasis on the shepherding model. The course also explains the issues of credibility, leadership styles, mission, vision, compensation and housing, as well as those matters related to the model and a study of the practical, everyday problems faced in administering the total program of the church.

    Prerequisites
    Completion of at least 75 credit hours.

    Credit Hours: 3
    This course is also available for students in a Division of Adult Learning program.
  
  • PASM 462 - The Pastoral Ministry II


    A study of pastoral ministry with emphasis on the enabling model. Particular attention will be given to areas of pressure and pitfall (problem people, temptations, and burnout), budgeting, and administration.

    Prerequisites
    Completion of at least 75 credit hours.

    Credit Hours: 3
    This course is also available for students in a Division of Adult Learning program.
  
  • PASM 464 - Pastoral Counseling


    The pastoral practice of counseling emphasizing context, attitudinal orientation, techniques, procedures, and essential information.

    Prerequisites
    PSYC-200, PASM-461, and completion of at least 75 credit hours.

     

    Credit Hours: 3
    This course is also available for students in a Division of Adult Learning program.


Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 241 - Introduction to Philosophy


    A survey of the types of philosophy (the chief schools and movements) and the basic problems of philosophical thought. Emphasis is placed on modern philosophical trends and their treatment of the basic quests within humanity.

    Prerequisites
    None

    Credit Hours: 3
    When Offered
    Every semester
    This course is also available for students in a Division of Adult Learning program.
  
  • PHIL 242 - Introduction to Logic and Critical Reasoning


    Focuses on the analysis of arguments expressed in natural language and introduces students to formal deductive logic and informal fallacies of reasoning. Especially recommended for students who plan to pursue graduate studies and those who want to sharpen their critical reasoning skills.

    Prerequisites
    None

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHIL 331 - Symbolic Logic


    An introduction to formal systems of deductive logic, with emphasis on specifying principles and methods that can be used to analyze arguments and theories expressed in natural languages.

    Prerequisites
    none

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHIL 341 - Major Thinkers in Ancient Philosophy


    This course offers an in-depth treatment of selected major philosophers of ancient Western philosophy.

    Prerequisites
    PHIL-241 

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHIL 342 - Major Thinkers in Modern Philosophy


    This course offers an in-depth treatment of selected major philosophers of modern Western philosophy.

    Prerequisites
    PHIL-241.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHIL 351 - Philosophy of Human Nature


    This course offers an intensive study of prominent theories of human nature and related philosophical problems, such as the mind-body problem; the unity, purpose and dignity of human nature; the emotions and their interplay with intelligence and volition; the origin and nature of human evil; and the human person in and with/against society.

    Prerequisites
    PHIL-241.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHIL 361 - Philosophy of Religion


    This course undertakes a critical analysis and evaluation of reasoning about God. Topics covered include a philosophical analysis of the concept of God, arguments for God’s existence, the relation between faith and reason, the problem of evil, and God’s relation to morality and the meaning of life.

    Prerequisites
    PHIL-241.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHIL 371 - Philosophical Ethics


    This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the philosophical study of morality through the analysis of major ethical works in the history of Western philosophy and leading paradigms in contemporary moral philosophy.

    Prerequisites
    PHIL-241.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHIL 411 - Epistemology


    This course offers a survey of contemporary work on major problems in the theory of knowledge, including problems such as responding to the challenge of skepticism, the nature and structure of epistemic justification, the definition of knowledge, the connection between virtue and knowledge, and theories of epistemic value.

    Prerequisites
    PHIL-241

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHIL 450 - Directed Study in Philosophy


    A study of an approved aspect of philosophical inquiry in which the student contracts with the director of the study concerning course requirements, evaluation procedure and course credit. Open only to juniors and seniors in the School of Religion or minors in philosophy.

    Prerequisites
    PHIL-241

    Credit Hours: 1 to 4
  
  • PHIL 483 - Special Topics in Philosophy


    This course provides an intensive study of selected topics in philosophy.

    Prerequisites
    PHIL-241

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHIL 552 - Philosophy of Religion


    This course will introduce the student to the main frameworks of philosophic thought, especially as they relate to religious studies. Particularly important will be the thought of Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, Immanuel Kant, and the Modern/Postmodern area. Topics considered will be the arguments for the existence of God, religious experience, the problem of evil, problems with religious language, miracles, immortality, freedom and determinism, faith and reason, and religious pluralism.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHIL 562 - Religious Epistemology


    A survey of recent work on religious epistemology and related philosophical issues such as:  the nature of knowledge and the possibility of religious knowledge, the rationality of religious belief, religious experience, the relationship between faith and doubt, and the epistemic challenge posed by religious diversity.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHIL 571 - Philosophical Ethics


    This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the philosophical study of morality through the analysis of major ethical works in the history of Western philosophy, and leading paradigms in contemporary moral philosophy.

    Credit Hours: 3

Physical Education

  
  • PHED 101 - Beginning Bowling


    Designed to teach the basic skills and techniques of bowling using the shadow bowling technique. A course designed for beginners only.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 102 - Beginning Tennis


    Designed to teach the non-player the basic skills of tennis through the use of the backboard and court practice. A course designed for beginners only.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 103 - Beginning Golf


    Introduces the fundamentals of golf and stresses the importance of individual skill development rather than course play. A course designed for beginners only.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 104 - Beginning Racquetball


    An introduction to the theory and practice of skills in racquetball.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 106 - Beginning Swimming


    Introduction to fundamental skills for basic swimming strokes, safety and survival techniques.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Fall Semester.
  
  • PHED 107 - Intermediate Swimming


    Continuation of PHED-106 with an emphasis on advanced stroke and diving development.

    Prerequisites
    PHED-106 or consent of instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Spring Semester.
  
  • PHED 108 - Aerobic Activities


    Exercises designed specifically for improving cardiovascular function and physical fitness through the mode of dynamic rhythmic movements.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 109 - Beginning Skiing


    Acquaints and instructs the student in the skills and techniques of skiing. Designed for beginners only.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Spring Semester.
    Notes
    An extra fee is required for this course.
  
  • PHED 110 - Intermediate Skiing


    Continuation of PHED-109.

    Prerequisites
    PHED-109 or permission from instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Spring Semester.
    Notes
    An extra fee is required for this course.
  
  • PHED 111 - Intermediate Racquetball


    Continuation of PHED-104.

    Prerequisites
    PHED-104 or permission from instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 112 - Intermediate Tennis


    Greater depth with the strategy of course play, more detail and perfection of the skill and emphasis on tournament play.

    Prerequisites
    PHED-102 or permission from instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 113 - Intermediate Golf


    Greater depth with the strategy of course play, more detail and perfection of the skill and emphasis on tournament play.

    Prerequisites
    PHED-103 or permission from instructor. Student must provide golf clubs.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Fall Semester.
  
  • PHED 114 - Beginning Basketball


    A study of the rules, skills, and techniques relative to successful offensive and defensive play. Not open to varsity basketball players.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 116 - Gymnastics


    Introduces the fundamentals of gymnastics and stresses the importance of safety and strength development. Balance beam, uneven bars, vaulting, and floor exercises will all be covered in this course.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Fall Semester.
  
  • PHED 117 - Rhythmic Activities


    A course designed to teach the use of the body as an instrument for rhythmic movement.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Spring Semester.
  
  • PHED 118 - Marathon Training


    This course is offered each Spring and prepares students for a Half or Full Marathon in April.  (Preferably the County Music Marathon).

    Prerequisites
    On the first day of class, students must be able to run/jog 5 kilometers without stopping in less than 30 minutes.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Spring
    Notes
    $100.00 Course Fee
  
  • PHED 119 - Creative Movement


    Experiences in human movement through manipulation of time, energy, and space. Activities promote the use of the body as the medium of communication and expression. Movement experiences include exploration, improvisation, and creation of small group studies, as well as development of technique.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 120 - Weight Training and Conditioning


    A course designed to provide instruction in safe and sensible weight training techniques with emphasis on individual needs and appropriate progressions. Aerobic fitness is also emphasized.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 121 - Advanced Baseball


    An activity course for varsity baseball team members who compete intercollegiately. Course work includes conditioning, practice, instruction, field work, and game participation. The course includes PHED- 121, PHED-221, PHED-321 and PHED-421 - all advanced baseball.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Spring Semester.
  
  • PHED 122 - Advanced Basketball


    An activity course for varsity basketball team members who compete intercollegiately. The course includes PHED-122, PHED-222, PHED- 322 and PHED-422 - all advanced basketball.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Fall Semester.
  
  • PHED 123 - Advanced Cross-Country


    An activity course for varsity cross-country team members who participate in intercollegiate meets. The course work includes conditioning, practice, instruction, and field work. This course includes PHED- 123, PHED-223, PHED-323 and PHED-423 - all advanced crosscountry.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Fall Semester.
  
  • PHED 124 - Advanced Cheerleading


    An activity course designed to serve varsity cheerleading squad members who actually participate in the activity. This course includes PHED-124, PHED-224, PHED-324 and PHED-424 - all advanced cheerleading

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Fall and Spring Semesters
  
  • PHED 125 - Advanced Tennis


    An activity course for varsity tennis team members who participate in intercollegiate tournaments. This course includes PHED-125, PHED-225, PHED-325 and PHED-425 - all advanced tennis.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Spring Semester.
  
  • PHED 126 - Advanced Golf


    An activity course for members of the varsity golf team. This course includes PHED-126, PHED-226, PHED-326 and PHED-426 – all advanced golf.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Spring Semester.
  
  • PHED 127 - Advanced Soccer


    An activity course for varsity soccer team members. This course includes PHED-127, PHED-227, PHED-327 and PHED-427 – all advanced soccer.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Fall Semester.
  
  • PHED 128 - Advanced Volleyball


    An activity course for varsity volleyball team members. This course includes PHED-128, PHED-228, PHED-328, and PHED-428 – all advanced volleyball.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Fall Semester.
  
  • PHED 129 - Advanced Softball


    An activity course for varsity softball team members. This course includes PHED-129, PHED-229, PHED-329 and PHED-429 – all advanced softball.

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Offered Spring Semester.
  
  • PHED 130 - Mountain Biking


    An activity course centering on the sport of mountain biking, intended to build both a foundational skillset and a life-long enjoyment of the sport. Scheduled rides, an adequate bike, and helment are required.

    Prerequisites
    Approval of instructor. Student must be physically capable of handling the demands of the sport.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 131 - Advanced Track


    This course prepares students for competing in indoor and outdoor track at the NAIA and NCAA Division I, II and III levels. This course includes PHED-131, PHED-231, PHED-331, and PHED-431 - all Advanced Track.

     

    Prerequisites
    Consent of instructor

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Spring semester

  
  • PHED 132 - Outdoor Recreational Activities


    A course designed to provide knowledge and skill development in a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including camping, hiking, backpacking, whitewater rafting and orienteering. An extra fee is required for this course.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 133 - Choreography and the Stage


    A practical course which involves a variety of creative activities to help the student develop the art of choreographing movements for stage productions. A part of the course will be devoted to training in the university musical-drama productions.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 134 - Beginning Ballet


    An introductory course in ballet technique that includes familiarization with basic concepts and vocabulary, stretching, and barre work. Students provide their own appropriate attire, as designated by the instructor. This class is designed for students who have little or no formal ballet training.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 135 - Beginning Softball


    An introductory activity course in which the basic fundamentals, skills and rules of softball are taught and applied. Not open to varsity softball players.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 136 - Beginning Martial Arts and Self Defense


    A course designed to introduce a beginning student to the basic terms and movements of martial arts (taekwando) and self-defense. Emphasis is on the discipline, appropriateness and attitude of the martial arts. An extra fee is required for this course.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 137 - Intermediate Martial Arts and Self-Defense


    A continuation of PHED-136 with emphasis on building upon a beginner’s abilities and understanding of taekwando in terminology and techniques. Students will have an opportunity to test for the green belt. An extra fee is required for this course.

    Prerequisites
    Successful completion of PHED-136, yellow belt status, or permission of the instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 138 - Advanced Martial Arts


    This course is a continuation of PHED-136 and PHED-137, building upon the student’s abilities and skills within taekwando. Students will have an opportunity to test for at least one degree or belt above their current level. There is aa additional fee for this course.

    Prerequisites
    PHED-137, or permission of instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 139 - Rugby


    This course prepares students for the USA Rugby/Mid South Conference play. This course ncludes PHED-139, PHED-239, PHED-339, and PHED-439 - all Advanced Rugby.

    Prerequisites
    Consent of Instructor

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Fall semester
    Notes
    $100.00 Course Fee
  
  • PHED 144 - Intermediate Ballet


    This course in ballet technique includes refinement and development of fundamental concepts, vocabulary, stretching and barre work. This class builds on a beginning level and present greater precision in movement, technique and posture.

    Prerequisites
    PHED-134 or permission of instructor.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 147 - Advanced Lacrosse


    An activity course designed to serve varsity lacrosse team members who compete intercollegiately. Course work includes conditioning, practice, instruction, and game participation. This course includes PHED-147, PHED-247, PHED-347, and PHED-447 - all Advanced Lacrosse.

    Prerequisites
    Consent of instructor

    Credit Hours: 1
    When Offered
    Spring semester
  
  • PHED 201 - Foundations of Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science


    An introduction to the field of health, physical education and exercise science including aims, objectives, history, philosophy, programs, principles, basic concepts of organization and administration, professional organizations, and the relationship of Christian commitment to the fields.

    Prerequisites
    None.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 211/212/213 - Sports Management Field Experience


    Sophomore students are actively involved in leadership, planning, and execution of a local program that deals with the skills needed in the field of sports management or recreation.

    Prerequisites
    HESSE Chair approval.

    Credit Hours: 1 (211), 2 (212), 3 (213)
    Notes
    Each hour of credit requires 25 clock hours of supervised field experience.
    Only one 200-level field experience course may be taken.
  
  • PHED 311/312/313 - Sports Management Field Experience


    Junior students are actively involved in leadership, planning, and execution of a local program that deals with the skills needed in the field of sports management or recreation.

    Prerequisites
    HESSE Chair approval.

    Credit Hours: 1 (311), 2 (312), 3 (313)
    Notes
    Each hour of credit requires 25 clock hours of supervised field experience.
    Only one 300-level field experience course may be taken.
  
  • PHED 320 - Theories and Techniques of Coaching


    This class presents the application of coaching principles, methodology, organization and communicative skills needed for coaching youth. It introduces students to this discipline and provides knowledge on planning, teaching sport skills, training and team management to enhance their future coaching performance.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHED 341 - Administration of Physical Education


    A course focusing on administrative practices in the area of legal responsibility, personnel, finance, public relations, equipment, facilities and intramural athletics.

    Credit Hours: 2
  
  • PHED 342 - Teaching Adapted Physical Education


    A course to prepare education majors to work with the atypical physical education and special needs student. Emphasis is on identification, evaluation, monitoring of medication and appropriate delivery of services. This includes those students who are medically fragile in inclusive settings.

    Credit Hours: 2
  
  • PHED 350 - The Psychology of Sport and Human Performance


    This class presents the application of behavioral principles, motivational research, personality factors, and cognitive processes to the area of sport. It introduces students to this discipline and provides knowledge to enhance their own performances and the performances of others.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHED 361 - Kinesiology


    A review of basic anatomy, primarily the muscular system; relationship of the fundamental laws of physics to human movement, mechanical principles of skill instruction and analysis.

    Prerequisites
    HSCI-292.

    Credit Hours: 3
    When Offered
    Offered Fall Semester.
  
  • PHED 380 - Principles of Elementary Physical Education Instruction


    This course is designed to provide the pedagogy and practical aspects of planning, organizing, administering, and evaluating an elementary physical education curriculum.   Various theories of instruction as well as exposure to developmentally appropriate activities will be discussed.

     

     

    Credit Hours: 2

  
  • PHED 390 - Principles of Secondary Physical Education Instruction


    This course is designed to provide the pedagogy and practical aspects of planning, organizing, administering, and evaluating  a middle grades and high school physical education curriculum as well as the wellness curriculum.  This instruction will be guided by the Tennessee State Physical Education and Wellness Standards. 

    Credit Hours: 2
  
  • PHED 395 - Managing Sport Facilities


    A course designed to give advanced candidates information and knowledge regarding the operation and management of sport facilities.  Candidates will investigate the management functions necessary to operate a variety of sport venues. Course emphasis is on liability risk reduction, staffing, design and renovation, maintenance, and amenities pertinent to sport facilities.

    Prerequisites
    ENGL-110 and BUSN-205

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHED 404 - Sport Law


    Examines fundamental issues of law as they apply to sport. Sports law is a broad based mixture of laws that apply to athletes and the sports they play. It is not a singular legal topic with generally applicable principles, but it incorporates a variety of legal areas of law relevant to the business of sports: contracts, torts, antitrust, and labor law.

    Prerequisites
    PHED-395

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHED 440 - Motor Learning & Development


    A study of theoretical constructs of learning and knowledge of motor learning principles relating to neuromuscular and response mechanisms, feedback motivation, stress anxiety factors, and the variable influences to the acquisition of motor skills.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHED 441 - Assessment and Evaluation in Wellness, Recreation, and Exercise Science


    A course designed to assist future teachers in understanding the place, types and importance of measurement in the teaching process.

    Credit Hours: 3
    When Offered
    Offered Fall Semester.
  
  • PHED 460 - Coaching Internship


    This course provides a 30-hour supervised sport coaching experience in a practical setting for students to learn from a coaching professional and a seminar with the internship supervisor.

    Prerequisites
    approval of Internship Supervisor or department chair.

    Credit Hours: 1
  
  • PHED 470 - Internship in Sports Management


    Designed to provide practical experience in the sporting industry. Students are provided an opportunity to develop experiences in one or more areas of administration, management, finance, marketing, or communication related to sports.

    Prerequisites
    Previous or concurrent enrollment in PHED-404.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • PHED 495 - Integration of Faith and Practice - Capstone


    This capstone course is designed to provide health science, physical education, recreation, athletic training majors with opportunities to study discuss, defend and integrate a Christ-centered worldview in the health care, recreation and education arenas.

    Prerequisites
    A student enrolling in this class must have at least 90 hours of complete course credit. Spring semester only.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Notes
    [NOTE: This course is service-enhanced and requires co-requisite enrollment in PHED-495S.]

Physical Science

  
  • PHSC 111 - Physical Science


    An introduction to methods of elementary chemistry and physics, with stress on kinetic theory, molecular phenomena, and energy relations. Requires co-requisite enrollment in PHSC-111L

    Credit Hours: 4
  
  • PHSC 111AP - Physical Science (DAL)


    Chemical phenomena, introduction to methods of elementary chemistry and physics with stress on kinetic theory, molecular phenomena and energy relations.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students.
  
  • PHSC 112 - Earth and Space Science


    An introduction to astronomy, geology, meteorology and physical geography. Emphasis on the structure of the universe, theories of cosmology, the Milky Way, and the solar system; the shape, structure and composition of the earth; earthquakes, vulcanism, theories of plate tectonics, seafloor spreading, and continental drift; the earth in space and time; composition and structure of the earth’s atmosphere; weathering erosion, sculpturing the land, topographic maps, oceanography, and glaciation; fossil fuels and alternate sources of energy, environmental pollution and conservation of natural resources. Requires co-requisite enrollment in PHSC-112L.

    Credit Hours: 4
  
  • PHSC 112AP - Earth and Space Science (DAL)


    Introduction to astronomy, geology, meteorology and physical geography. Emphasis on the structure of the universe, theories of cosmology, the Milky Way, and the solar system; the shape, structure and composition of the earth; earthquakes, vulcanism, theories of plate tectonics, seafloor spreading, and continental drift; the earth in space and time; composition and structure of the earth’s atmosphere; weathering erosion, sculpturing the land, topographic maps, oceanography, and glaciation; fossil fuels and alternate sources of energy, environmental pollution and conservation of natural resources.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students only. No lab component.
  
  • PHSC 121 - Introduction to Meteorology


    An introduction to meteorology (atmospheric science). Emphases include the origin and heating of the earth’s atmosphere; concepts of temperature, moisture, and atmospheric stability; meteorological phenomena such as condensation, precipitation, air pressure, and wind; atmospheric circulation, air masses, and cyclones; thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes; weather analysis and forecasting; air pollution; and climate change.

    Prerequisites
    None.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Notes
    Open to Division of Adult Learning students only. No lab component.

Physics

  
  • PHYS 281 - General Physics I


    A study of the fundamentals of the classical and relativistic motion of electrically-neutral, macroscopic objects, primarily entailing the concepts of energy, momentum, and force.  Requires co-requisite enrollment in PHYS-281L.

    Prerequisites
    MATH-271.

    Credit Hours: 4
  
  • PHYS 282 - General Physics II


    A study of the fundamentals of the classical motion of electrically-charged, macroscopic objects and the quantized motion of electrically-uncharged, microscopic particles - both entailing the concepts of energy, momentum, and force.  Requires co-requisite enrollment in PHYS-282L.

    Prerequisites
    PHYS-281 with grade of C- or better.

    Credit Hours: 4
  
  • PHYS 300 - Dynamics


    A study of Newtonian 2D and 3D motion of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies under the action of a net force. Oscillating systems are also addressed.

    Prerequisites
    PHYS-281 with a grade of C- or better.

    Credit Hours: 3
 

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