May 11, 2024  
School of Undergraduate Studies 2022-2023 
    
School of Undergraduate Studies 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Economics and Business

  
  • ECB 371 - Selected Topics

    Variable credits
    Explores theoretical or applied topic not regularly taught. Designated as repeatable; students may enroll more than once if topic changes.

    Prerequisite(s): Set by instructor.
  
  • ECB 372 - Investments

    4 credits
    Introduction to investment in financial assets including fixed income securities, common stock and derivative securities, with emphasis on development of investment objectives, security valuation and portfolio management.

    Prerequisite(s): ECB 247  or permission of instructor.
  
  • ECB 374 - Small Business Management

    4 credits
    Considers marketing and management aspects of small business; startup issues including financing, budgeting, marketing, advertising, pricing and staffing. Social entrepreneurship and Christian business principles explored. Students prepare a business proposal.

  
  • ECB 381 - Independent Study

    2 or 4 credits
    Independent semester-long course in topic not available in existing curriculum; provides curricular enrichment. Limited availability subject to faculty workload. May require lab fee.

    Prerequisite(s): Minimum cumulative average of 2.75, adequate background to support topic, permission of instructor, advisor, department chair and registrar.
  
  • ECB 391 - History and Philosophy of Sport

    4 credits
    Historical and philosophical underpinnings of sport from primitive cultures to contemporary societies and their interrelationship with cultural values.

  
  • ECB 394 - Philosophy and Theories of Coaching

    4 credits
    Develops philosophy of coaching; organizational concepts; principles of coaching ethics; interrelational behavior of athletes and coaches; and integration of Christian faith in role of coach.

  
  • ECB 416 - International Political Economy

    4 credits
    Examines political aspects of international economic relations; global economy, development of international economic organizations and role of key national and transnational actors (e.g., United States and U.S.-based multinational corporations). Alternative theoretical approaches presented. Cross-listed as: POL 416  

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, POL 106  and ECB 115 .
  
  • ECB 425 - Internship I

    2-4 credits
    Combines on-the-job work experience with related academic study. Must be prearranged and approved by instructor and Registrar’s Office. Four credits of internship(s) maximum toward major.

    Prerequisite(s): Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 and junior standing.
  
  • ECB 426 - Internship II

    2-4 credits
    Combines on-the-job work experience with related academic study. Must be prearranged and approved by instructor and Registrar’s Office. Four credits of internship(s) maximum toward major.

    Prerequisite(s): Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 and junior standing.
  
  • ECB 443 - Auditing

    4 credits
    Examines role of auditing function in society including study of generally accepted auditing standards; the attest function and ethical standards of the profession.

    Prerequisite(s): ECB 353  or permission of instructor.
  
  • ECB 471 - Honors Research I

    4 credits
    Individual research for senior honors thesis.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of the department.
  
  • ECB 472 - Honors Research II

    4 credits
    Individual research for senior honors thesis.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of the department.
  
  • ECB 491 - Senior Seminar: Economic Policy

    4 credits
    Capstone course applies the tools of economic theory and econometrics in the context of economic policy. Students read and summarize academic journal articles with empirical analyses of policies, discuss current policy issues, and write a research paper about the effects of an economic policy.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; ECB 311 ECB 313 ECB 324 .
  
  • ECB 492 - Senior Seminar: Management, Strategy and Ethics

    4 credits
    Case studies and discussion are used as integrative tools for analyzing strategic issues and ethical considerations in business.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing as an accounting, business or finance major.

Education

  
  • EDU 112 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    2 credits


    Explore the teaching profession, provide opportunities to observe and reflect upon classroom interactions at appropriate grade levels and content areas.

    EDU 112L Structured field experience required. Materials fee.

  
  • EDU 113 - Introduction to Elementary Education

    2 credits


    Explore the teaching profession, provide opportunities to observe and reflect upon classroom interactions at appropriate grade levels and content areas.

    EDU113L Structured field experience required. Materials fee.

  
  • EDU 114 - Introduction to Special Education

    2 credits


    Explore the teaching profession, provide opportunities to observe and reflect upon classroom interactions at appropriate grade levels and content areas.

    EDU 113L Structured field experience required. Materials fee.

  
  • EDU 221 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education

    2 credits
    Explores early childhood education; historical development, influential leaders, contemporary issues, career opportunities. Field experience required.

    Prerequisite(s): EDU 112 .
  
  • EDU 225 - Human Development and Learning

    4 credits


    Studies aspects of development from birth through early adolescence; emphasizes learning process. Examines theory and research. Field experience required.

    Students may not receive credit for both this course and PSY 245 

  
  • EDU 238 - The Exceptional Child

    2 credits
    Explores historical, legal and educational issues related to children and adolescents with low- and high-incidence disabilities. Field experience required.

    Prerequisite(s): One of EDU 112 , EDU 113 , EDU 118 ;and EDU 225  or Secondary or Middle School major.
  
  • EDU 270 - Math Methods

    3 credits


    Analyzes and applies theory for teaching math PreK-8.

    EDU 270L Structured field experience required. Materials fee.

    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in MAT 205  or MAT 206 .

  
  • EDU 302 - Disabilities and the Young Child

    2 credits
    Explores implications of handicapping conditions and young children in preschool and school settings; identification, service delivery models and teaching/learning strategies. Field experience required. Materials fee.

    Prerequisite(s): Early childhood major and program acceptance.
  
  • EDU 305 - Second Language Acquisition and Sheltered English Instruction

    4 credits
    Focuses on three primary areas: theories of second language acquisition (SLA), the cultural aspects of instructing English Learners (ELs), and designing content instruction for a sheltered English instruction (SEI) environment. Emphasis will be placed on learning best practice models for designing and implementing K-12 content area instruction for ELs. Students will develop a more comprehensive understanding of how effective sheltered (SEI) instruction and practices are created for students in K-12 general content classrooms.

  
  • EDU 306 - English as a Second Language and the Assessment of English Learner Proficiency

    4 credits
    Examines best practices of English Language Development (ELD) in an ESL teaching environment. Explores the ESL instructional environment (pull-out & push-in) through classroom and fieldwork experiences. Also examines assessment of proficiency with a primary focus on the MA WIDA assessment tools. Includes a 15-hour fieldwork experience in which students will complete a Case Study fieldwork assignment aimed at providing students with direct practice in designing and implementing ELD instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): EDU 305  
  
  • EDU 331 - Effective Vocabulary and Comprehension Instruction Through Children’s Literature

    2 credits
    This course rests upon scientifically based reading research and designed to provide a framework for teaching rich vocabulary, comprehension skills and content knowledge through the context of quality and diverse literature. Throughout the semester students will gain knowledge and exposure to all genres through wide reading of high-quality diverse children’s literature. Materials fee.

  
  • EDU 332 - Foundations of Christian Schools

    2 credits
    Examines distinctives of Christian school history, philosophy, governance, standards, curriculum, methodology and teaching qualifications. Through extensive reading, writing, class discussion and field trips, students will synthesize and analyze unique and compelling components of Christian school education.

  
  • EDU 342 - Special Education Assessment and Intervention

    2 credits
    Focuses on evaluation process for students with disabilities as well as identifying and developing appropriate interventions to meet these students’ needs. Field experience required.

    Prerequisite(s): EDU 238 , special education major and program acceptance.
  
  • EDU 345 - Introduction to the Science of Reading

    2 credits
    Explores history, theories, scientifically based reading research, developmental stages, and five components of reading and literacy instruction for children with and without disabilities as well as English language learners.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval for teacher education program.
  
  • EDU 346 - Science of Foundational Reading Instruction

    3 credits


    Focuses on science of reading and explores early childhood teaching methods, strategies and materials in reading, writing, speaking and listening for typical and atypical learners.

    EDU 346L Structured field experience required. Materials fee.

    Prerequisite(s): Program approval for early childhood education and EDU 345 .

  
  • EDU 347 - Science of Elementary Reading Instruction

    3 credits


    Explores teaching theories, methods, strategies and materials in reading, writing, listening and speaking for elementary learners with and without disabilities.

    EDU 347L Structured field experience required. Materials fee.

    Prerequisite(s): Program approval for teacher education and EDU 345 .

  
  • EDU 348 - Assessment for the Classroom Teacher

    2 credits
    Further develops preservice teacher’s conceptual and technical skills in reading assessment. Preservice teachers look at assessment of student performance as it aligns to instruction and curriculum. Examines role that validity, reliability, test bias and item construction play in ensuring a quality and meaningful assessment instrument. Materials fee.

    Corequisite(s): Taken concurrently with EDU 346  or EDU 347 .
  
  • EDU 366 - Diversity in Schools and Communities

    4 credits
    In our consideration of current research and thinking about urban and rural education, students will examine not only the areas of education/pedagogy and sociology, but will also investigate the significant role and impact of economics, culture and multiculturalism, race, politics, the role of government, and social ethics.

  
  • EDU 371 - Selected Topics

    Variable credits
    Examines selected topics appropriate for educators. Designated as repeatable with different topic.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor and department chair.
  
  • EDU 373 - Developmental Number Sense

    3 credits


    This course will address the progression of number sense concepts from Kindergarten through Grade 8 as they relate to and support instruction in elementary and middle school settings. Emphasis will be on deepening teacher candidates’ understanding of arithmetic operations, teaching concepts v. procedures and incorporating the Standards for Mathematical Practice.

    In this course, number sense is defined as an intuitive understanding of numbers, their magnitudes, their relationships and how they are affected by operations. An appreciation of number sense makes numerical activities in curriculum as well as in the real world meaningful.

    According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-V), a specific learning disability in mathematics is manifested as difficulties with number sense, memorization of arithmetic facts, accurate or fluent calculation, and/or accurate math reasoning. This course will enable you to understand the root causes of the difficulties exhibited by students with math learning disabilities and how it affects their performance in elementary, middle and high school mathematics. We will examine case studies to determine how number sense permeates student work in the areas of numerical operations, geometry, rational numbers, and algebra, as well as determine research-based strategies to repair number sense deficits. Teacher candidates will apply number sense concepts to their teaching practice by designing and implementing six number sense activities with an assigned student (focusing on one grade level). Course fee.

    Prerequisite(s): EDU 270  

  
  • EDU 400 - Teaching English as a Second Language Practicum

    6-8 credits
    Level PreK-6 or 5-12. Materials fee.

  
  • EDU 401 - ESL Pre-Practicum Seminar

    1 credits
    Supports students as they prepare for their ESL practicum experience. Reinforces the use of an ESL language-focused lesson plan template for the design and implementation of content ESL and English Language Development (ELD) instruction. The seminar will also help to prepare students for the increased MA DESE performance and job responsibilities expectations and focus on providing students the necessary resources for delivering meaningful instruction in both push-in and pull-out ESL instructional settings.

  
  • EDU 407 - Special Education Seminar

    2 credits
    Analyzes issues in special education; classroom management and individualization techniques. Materials fee.

    Prerequisite(s): EDU 238 , special education concentration and program acceptance. Field experience required.
  
  • EDU 427 - Internship

    2-6 credits
    Supervised teaching experience in appropriate setting. Must be prearranged and approved by instructor.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department of Education.
  
  • EDU 428 - Language and Learning Disabilities

    2 credits
    Historical/theoretical analysis of developmental language and learning disabilities; identification determination; research-based interventions and strategies to help students with LDs in grades PreK–8 access general curriculum and achieve full potential. Field experience required. Materials fee.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and full approval for special education program.
  
  • EDU 438 - Classroom Management: Early Childhood

    2 credits
    Considers behavioral theory and practical means of working with learners with and without disabilities in early childhood classroom settings.

    Corequisite(s): EDU 440 , EDU 442  
  
  • EDU 439 - Classroom Management: Middle/Secondary

    2 credits
    Considers behavioral theory and practical means of working with learners with and without disabilities in middle school and secondary classroom settings.

    Corequisite(s): EDU 420  or EDU 421 .
  
  • EDU 440 - Education Methods: Science and Health Early Childhood

    2 credits


    Methods, curriculum and evaluation of health, science and physical education for early childhood education majors.

    EDU 440L Placement in practicum setting. Developing and implementing appropriate science and health lessons. Materials fee.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and full approval for teacher education program.
    Corequisite(s):

       

  
  • EDU 442 - Education Methods: Social Studies Early Childhood

    2 credits


    Methods, curriculum and evaluation of social studies for early childhood education majors.

    EDU 442L Placement in practicum setting. Developing and implementing appropriate lessons in social studies, observing the roles and responsibilities of teachers within the school. Materials fee.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and full approval for teacher education program.
    Corequisite(s):

       

  
  • EDU 448 - Classroom Management: Elementary

    2 credits
    Considers behavioral theory and practical means of working with learners with and without disabilities in elementary classroom settings.

    Corequisite(s):    
  
  • EDU 450 - Education Methods: Science and Health Elementary Education

    2 credits


    Methods curriculum and evaluation of health, science and physical education for elementary and special education.

    EDU 450L Placement in the practicum setting. Developing and implementing appropriate lessons in science and health, observing the roles and responsibilities of teacher within the school. Materials fee.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and full approval for teacher education program.
    Corequisite(s):

       

  
  • EDU 452 - Education Methods: Social Studies Elementary

    2 credits


    Methods curriculum and evaluation of social studies for special education and elementary education majors.

    EDU 452L Placement in the practicum setting. Developing and implementing appropriate social studies lessons, observing the roles and responsibilities of teachers within the school. Materials fee.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and full approval for teacher education program.
    Corequisite(s):

       

  
  • EDU 479 - Early Childhood Practicum I

    6 credits
    Students are placed in grade 1 or 2 for Practicum I and in PreK or kindergarten for Practicum II. At least one practicum must include children with disabilities. Materials fee.

  
  • EDU 480 - Early Childhood Practicum II

    6 credits
    Students are placed in grade 1 or 2 for Practicum I and in PreK or kindergarten for Practicum II. At least one practicum must include children with disabilities. Materials fee.

  
  • EDU 481 - Elementary School Practicum

    12-16 (8 if seeking dual licensure) credits
    Materials fee.

  
  • EDU 482 - Special Education Practicum

    6-8 credits
    PreK-8 or 5-12. Materials fee.


Engineering (Physics)

  
  • EGR 125 - Introduction to Engineering and the Applied Sciences

    4 credits
    Overview of engineering and applied science professions, concentrating on common engineering themes; emphasis on experimental and problem-solving skills including introduction to MATLAB and LabView. Separate laboratory section required. Cross-listed as: PHY 125 - Introduction to Engineering and the Applied Sciences . Lab fee.

  
  • EGR 211 - Statics

    4 credits
    Systems under influence of external forces; topics include rigid body equilibrium, distributed forces, structures, forces in beams and cables, friction, virtual work; includes wide variety of examples. Separate laboratory section required. Cross-listed as: PHY 211  

    Prerequisite(s): PHY 121 EGR 125 /PHY 125 .
    Corequisite(s): MAT 122 .
  
  • EGR 225 - Electronics

    4 credits
    Analysis of analog circuits including complex algebra and phasor methods, network theorems, resonance, electronic devices, power supplies, operational amplifiers and transistor amplifiers and oscillators. Includes introduction to digital electronics. Must be taken concurrently with EGR 226  or PHY 226 . Cross-listed as: PHY 225  

    Prerequisite(s): PHY 122  
    Corequisite(s): EGR 226  or PHY 226  
  
  • EGR 226 - Electronics Laboratory

    2 credits
    An introduction to AC circuit analysis and analog electronics, including complex algebra and phasor methods, network theorems, resonance, devices, power supplies, op amps, transistor amplifiers and oscillators. Also, an introduction to digital electronics, digital logic and microcontrollers. Extensive use of circuit simulation software. Must be taken concurrently with EGR 225  or PHY 225 . Cross-listed as: PHY 226 .  Lab fee.

    Prerequisite(s): PHY 122   
    Corequisite(s): EGR 225  or PHY 225  
  
  • EGR 261 - Introduction to Materials Science

    4 credits
    An introduction to the field of materials science, including an in-depth examination of the interplay between processing, microstructure, properties and application and how advancements in materials technology have driven the evolution of human history. Hands-on experience with processing and property determination of various materials in lab. Cross-listed as: PHY 261 . Offered alternate years.

    Prerequisite(s): PHY 122  
    Corequisite(s): EGR 262 /PHY 262 , PHY 221  
  
  • EGR 262 - Introduction to Materials Science Lab

    2 credits
    A laboratory exploration of various materials, their processing, properties and microstructure. Microstructural characterization, x-ray diffraction, electrical, acoustic and mechanical characterization. Processing techniques including polymerization, metal melting and casting, 3-d printing and thermal evaporation. Cross-listed as: PHY 262 . Lab fee.

    Prerequisite(s): PHY 122  
    Corequisite(s): EGR 261 /PHY 261 , PHY 221  
  
  • EGR 293 - Mechanics

    4 credits
    Newtonian mechanics including study of conservation theorems, gravitation, oscillations, calculus of variations, Hamilton’s Principle, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics, central force motion, multiparticle systems, noninertial frames, rigid bodies. Three 50 minute lectures, one recitation per week. Must be taken concurrently with EGR 294 /PHY 294  . Cross-listed as: PHY 293  

    Prerequisite(s): PHY 121  
    Corequisite(s): EGR 294 /PHY 294 , PHY 221  
  
  • EGR 294 - Mechanics Laboratory

    2 credits
    An experimental exploration of mechanics, including oscillating systems, chaotic systems, rigid body motion, noninertial systems, gravitation, scattering and more. Also includes treatment of sources of noise in experimental systems. Must be taken concurrently with EGR 293 /PHY 293 . Cross-listed as: PHY 294 . Lab fee.

    Prerequisite(s): PHY 121  
    Corequisite(s): EGR 293 /PHY 293 , PHY 221  
  
  • EGR 328 - Strength of Materials

    4 credits
    Stress and strain, beam deflection, thin-walled members, columns, and survey of general classes of materials with objective of equipping students to analyze load-bearing structures; includes wide variety of examples. Laboratory included. Cross-listed as: PHY 328 . (Alternate years). Lab fee.

    Prerequisite(s): EGR 211 /PHY 211 
    Corequisite(s): MAT 225 
  
  • EGR 372 - Thermal Physics

    4 credits
    Statistical properties of systems composed of large numbers of particles including classical and quantum distribution functions, thermodynamic concepts and functions, kinetic theory of gases, lattice models and percolation. Cross-listed as: PHY 372 . Offered alternate years

    Prerequisite(s): PHY 283 , PHY 293  

English

  
  • ENG 140 - Core Seminar in Literature

    2 - 4 credits
    Core seminar in literature will engage with the literature of two or more global cultures and explore the value of studying literature from a Christian perspective. Students will apply close reading strategies to facilitate critical thinking and thoughtful class discussion, and use writing to engage with literary texts and contexts. 2 credit sections are repeatable for credit twice; 4 credit sections are repeatable for credit case-by-case, depending on topic.

    Core literature requirement.
  
  • ENG 141 - Western Literature

    4 credits
    Studies selected literary works in European cultural tradition from ancient Greece through the modern period.

  
  • ENG 202 - Poetry and Poetics

    2 credits
    This introduction to studying literature will focus on how poems work, how poetic form has developed historically, and how to study poetry effectively today. Completion of both ENG202 and ENG203 is a prerequisite for all 300- and 400-level literature courses.

    Prerequisite(s): Declared English major/minor
  
  • ENG 203 - Narrative and Narrative Theory

    2 credits
    This introduction to studying literature will focus on how narrative works, how narrative form has developed historically, and how to study narrative fiction effectively today. Completion of both ENG202 and ENG203 is a prerequisite for all 300- and 400-level literature courses.

    Prerequisite(s): Declared English major/minor.
  
  • ENG 210 - Introduction to Professional and Technical Writing

    4 credits
    This course offers theory and practice in the types of writing frequently used in a career in business or sciences. Students will develop the skills to discern strategies for success in a variety of workplace contexts.

  
  • ENG 212 - Introduction to Creative Writing

    4 credits
    Introduces process and techniques of creative writing. Includes variety of writing styles, examples and strategies in genres of fiction, poetry and playwriting.

    Writing and Rhetoric
  
  • ENG 214 - Survey of British Literature I

    4 credits
    Traces development of British literature from Beowulf era through 18th century with focus on stylistic movement from one period of literature into next.

    Historical course
  
  • ENG 215 - Survey of British Literature II

    4 credits
    Traces development of British literature from Romantic age to contemporary times with focus on stylistic movement from one period of literature into next.

    Historical course
  
  • ENG 244 - Survey of American Literature

    4 credits
    Examines breadth of American literature from Colonial times until present with particular focus on beginnings of American literature.

    Historical course
  
  • ENG 312 - Topics in Advanced Composition

    4 credits
    Focuses on advanced rhetorical and stylistic principles of composition. Culminates in completion of portfolio of polished, nonfiction prose pieces.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202  and ENG 203 ; or ENG 210 ; or COM 101  
    Writing and Rhetoric course
  
  • ENG 314 - Creative Writing: Fiction

    4 credits
    Emphasizes craft of writing fiction. Explores narrative development and creation of character.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 212  
    Writing and Rhetoric course
  
  • ENG 315 - Creative Writing: Playwriting

    4 credits
    Studies various periods and genres of British/American and world drama.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 212  
    Writing and Rhetoric course
  
  • ENG 316 - Creative Writing: Poetry

    4 credits
    Focuses on process of creating poetry from inspiration to printed page.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 212  
    Writing and Rhetoric course
  
  • ENG 318 - Creative Writing: Nonfiction

    4 credits
    Examines theory and practice of creative nonfiction including travel writing, memoir, and other forms of nonfiction. Extensive analysis of student work and established models.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 212 ; or ENG 210  and declared professional writing minor.
    Writing and Rhetoric course
  
  • ENG 319 - Public Story

    4 credits
    This creative writing course covers strategies for structuring a good story, methods for gathering source material, and the technology of storytelling.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 212 ; or ENG 210  and a declared Professional Writing minor
    Writing and Rhetoric course
  
  • ENG 331 - Medieval Literature

    4 credits
    This British literature course will introduce students to the Middle English language, build familiarity with the major works and literary significance of Geoffrey Chaucer, including knowledge of typical medieval genres and forms, and provide instruction in basic skills pertaining to the English major, such as close reading and engaging secondary sources.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    Literature before 1800
  
  • ENG 332 - Renaissance Literature

    4 credits
    This British literature course studies major literature figures and texts of the Renaissance period.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    Literature before 1800
  
  • ENG 333 - Shakespeare

    4 credits
    This British literature course studies major plays of Shakespeare, with emphasis on historical and contemporary productions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    Literature before 1800
  
  • ENG 334 - The British Romantic Period

    4 credits
    Focuses on period of English literature which begins with Blake and Burns and continues through Wordsworth, Coleridge, Byron, Shelley and Keats.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    British Literature after 1800
  
  • ENG 335 - 18th Century British Literature

    4 credits
    This British literature course studies major literature figures and texts of the 18th century.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    Literature before 1800
  
  • ENG 336 - British Modernism

    4 credits
    Covers the literature of the modernist period in Great Britain to develop a historical and cultural understanding of the central writers of the era. Emphasis on new techniques, ideas, and genres.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    British Literature after 1800
  
  • ENG 337 - Contemporary British Literature

    4 credits
    Covers selected works of British literature from 1945 to the present. Emphasis on literary representations of Britishness in fiction, poetry, and drama.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    British Literature after 1800
  
  • ENG 338 - Victorian Literature

    4 credits
    Studies poetry and prose of 19th-century Britain. Focuses on major authors and their social, political and cultural influence.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    British Literature after 1800
  
  • ENG 344 - Early American Literature

    4 credits
    Covers selected works of American literature from the colonial period to the civil war. Emphasis on literary representations of American identity in fiction, prose, poetry, and drama.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    Literature before 1800
  
  • ENG 345 - American Romanticism

    4 credits
    Covers American literature from 1820 to 1865: sentimentalism, transcendentalism, abolitionism, women’s writing, slave narratives, speech writing, and American novel as chief by-products of period.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    American Literature after 1800
  
  • ENG 346 - American Modernism

    4 credits
    Covers American literature from the late 1800s through 1945.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    American Literature after 1800
  
  • ENG 347 - African-American Literature

    4 credits
    Covers African-American literature spanning significant periods in literary history: slavery, Reconstruction, the Harlem Renaissance, the Black Arts Movement, and contemporary America.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    Representational Ethics course or American Literature after 1800. May not count towards both.
  
  • ENG 348 - Contemporary American Literature

    4 credits
    Covers American literature of the contemporary period, 1945 to present.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    American Literature after 1800
  
  • ENG 350 - Topics in Global Literature

    4 credits
    Explores literature from a region, nation, or people group. Specific topics selected each semester by faculty. Repeatable for credit with 4 credits maximum towards major; credits beyond that will apply as free electives.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    Representational Ethics course
  
  • ENG 351 - Topics in Representational Ethics

    4 credits
    Explores literary representations of culture and identity. Specific topics selected each semester by faculty. Emphasis on literature’s power to transform our understanding of ourselves, of others, and of the diverse and broken world represented in literary texts. Repeatable for credit with 4 credits maximum towards major; credits beyond that will apply as free electives.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    Representational Ethics course
  
  • ENG 362 - Classical Literature

    4 credits
    Surveys literature of ancient Greece and Rome. Focuses on epic, drama and poetry. Explores mythological and philosophical contexts.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203 ; or declared Classical Studies minor
    Literature before 1800
  
  • ENG 370 - English & Vocation

    2 credits
    Equips students to translate academic skills into various employment contexts, identify professions in which English majors excel, and articulate connections between faith and vocation.

    Prerequisite(s): Declared English major or minor or permission of instructor.
  
  • ENG 371 - Selected Topics

    Variable credits
    Explores topics not regularly taught but of interest to majors. Designated as repeatable for credit; students may enroll more than once if topic changes.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
  
  • ENG 380 - Tutoring: One-to-One

    2 credits
    Examines theory and practice in learning and reading/writing processes. Concurrent supervised tutoring experience.

    Writing and Rhetoric course
  
  • ENG 404 - History of the English Language

    4 credits
    Introduces linguistics and evolution of English from its Indo-European roots. Focuses on phonetic, grammatical and semantic changes in English and analyzes texts in Old, Middle and Modern English. Cross-listed as: LIN 404  

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    Writing and Rhetoric course
  
  • ENG 419 - Advanced Studies in Creative Writing

    4 credits
    Provides personal direction and group critique of substantial individual writing project in any genre. Proposals for projects are submitted in the fall, two weeks prior to registration, for spring courses. Students assist in teaching ENG 212 Introduction to Creative Writing .

    Prerequisite(s): Appropriate 300-level course(s), senior standing and permission of instructor.
    Writing and Rhetoric course or Senior Capstone course. May not count towards both.
  
  • ENG 420 - Literary Criticism

    4 credits
    Examines theories and applies literary criticism through works of poetry, fiction and drama.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203 , and completion of at least four literature courses from the major curriculum - at least one at the 300 level.
    Representational Ethics course
  
  • ENG 425 - Internship

    2-4 credits
    Supervised learning experience combining on-the-job work experience and related academic study in appropriate professional setting for elective credit only. Must be prearranged with supervisor and approved in advance by the Registrar’s Office.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior class standing, previous coursework in field of interest and minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.
  
  • ENG 440 - The Literary Journal

    4 credits
    Focuses on production of literary journal. Students receive hands-on training from initial manuscript selection to design and layout of online journal, and evaluate manuscripts submitted for the Princemere Poetry Prize. Discussion and selected readings center on theories of editing and impact of literary journals on American letters.

    Prerequisite(s): English major or minor and ENG 212 ; or ENG 210  and declared Professional Writing minor. 
    Writing and Rhetoric course
  
  • ENG 491 - Senior Seminar in Literary Studies

    4 credits
    Studies authors and texts in literature with in-depth historical and critical treatment. Includes reflection on methodology and practical aspects of integration of literary studies and Christian faith. Research, major paper and presentation required.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 202 , ENG 203  
    Senior Capstone course
 

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