Social Science

AMH 2010 – American History: 1607–1865	Credit 3
This course outlines the development of American history from exploration and colonization to the Civil War era. Political, social, economic, and military history is traced through this epoch of American history. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

AMH 2020 – American History: 1865–Present	Credit 3
This course considers America from Reconstruction through the Progressive era, WW I through WWII, and the Cold War period through contemporary times. Social, economic, and political currents are followed to the present. Additional emphasis is placed on America’s path to becoming a global superpower. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

AMH 3170 – The American Civil War and Reconstruction	Credit 3
Prerequisite: AMH 2010 or AP equivalent
This is a study of the American Civil War and Reconstruction. No other era of U.S. history is as studied, written about, and discussed; it is generally referred to as the pivotal period in our past. The objectives of this course are to trace the mounting tensions of the 1850s that led to division among the states by the winter of 1860-61; to examine in some depth the battles and commanders making up the military events of 1861-1865; to consider the political, social, and economic background for both the North and South during the Civil War; to study the efforts at reconstructing the Union following the Confederate defeat of April, 1865. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

AMH 4172 – The Civil War Era, 1861–1865	Credit 3
Prerequisites: AMH 2010 and admission to the Liberal Studies program, or instructor approval
This course will examine key figures, events, and battles making up the era of the American Civil War. The social, economic, political, and military aspects of the period will be considered and placed within the overall context of the United States history. Among the topics to be considered are: social reformers and radicals, divergent political parties and politicians, sectional economics and foreign relations, as well as the military strategies and tactics of the war itself. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

AMH 4254 – America and the WWII Experience, 1939–1945	Credit 3
Prerequisites: AMH 2020 and admission to the Liberal Studies program, or instructor approval
This course will be a study of political, military, social, and economic causes and consequences of the WWII era. Significant individuals, military engagements, and political developments are traced in this overview of the most cataclysmic event in the twentieth century. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

AMS 4811 – American Intellectual History: 1607–1865	Credit 3
Prerequisite: AMH 2010 or instructor approval
This course will provide a sampling of American thought from colonization to the Civil War era. A variety of historical figures will be employed to explore the American cultural landscape of this period. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

AMS 4812 – American Intellectual History: 1865–Present	Credit 3
Prerequisite: AMH 2020 or instructor approval
This course will be a study of American thought from Reconstruction through modern times. Significant politicians, musicians, artists, writers, and activists will be considered in this overview of American culture. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

ECO 2013 – Principles of Economics: Macro	Credit 3
Introductory course dealing with the importance of economic issues at the national and international level. Includes the economic role of government banking, national income accounting, the business cycle inflation, unemployment and fiscal and monetary policies of the federal government. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

ECO 2023 – Principles of Economics: Micro	Credit 3
Prerequisite: ECO 2013 or equivalent
Continuation of ECO 2013. A practical as well as theoretical application of economic laws and principles to the present-day business organization. Topics include price and output determination, marginal productivity analysis, the theories of consumption, market conditions, as well as a study of wages, rents, and interests. International economics is also considered along with current economic problems such as resource economics. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

EUH 1000 – Western Civilization: Beginnings–1660	Credit 3
A survey of the history of western civilization from the earliest times to about 1660. The political, cultural, religious, philosophical, and aesthetic aspects of western civilization are considered. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

EUH 1001 – Western Civilization: 1660–Present	Credit 3
The course is a survey of western civilization from 1660 to the present. The Industrial Revolution, the French and American Revolutions, the Napoleonic era, and the First and Second World Wars are high points in this study. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

EUH 3245 – Europe from 1914 to 1945	Credit 3
Prerequisites: AMH 2020 or EUH 1001 or AP equivalent
This period of European history saw the focus of Western Civilization shift form the Continent to America, as a result of two cataclysmic wars. The rivalries among colonial powers, the weight of empire, and the forces of militarism will all be considered in reckoning how Europe nearly destroyed itself. Not only will the course of the two wars–with their respective campaigns and commanders–be studied, but also the social and economic factors that combined with the intellectual movements of the ear to produce an environment for fascism and dictatorship in the interwar years. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

POS 2001 – Introduction to Political Science

Credit 3

Course content includes the methodology used in the study of political institutions and contemporary national politics. Origins and formulation of the constitution of the United States are studied with special attention being given the development of governmental powers within constitutional bounds. This course includes the material usually offered under such titles as United States Government. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

POS 2112 – State and Local Government	Credit 3
An introductory course on state and local government. The emphasis of the course is placed on the foundation, the structure, and the functions of state and local government. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

PSY 1012 – General Psychology	Credit 3
An introduction to the broad field of psychology including diverse topics such as learning, perception, motivation, emotion, consciousness, intelligence and abnormal psychology as well as the adaptation of the individual to the social environment. The course emphasizes the empirical approach and attempts to develop critical thinking skills. Gordon Rule–3000 words.

REL 1210 – History and Geography: Old Testament

Credit 2

This course is designed to acquaint the student with the Hebrew patriarchs; their journeys and development into a nation; and the wanderings of the Israelites, occupation of Canaan, and subsequent involvement of the kingdom. The study includes the ancient empires as they came in contact with the Hebrew people. The course gives special attention to the geography of the various periods, and covers the period from Abraham to the New Testament. 40 min. periods.

REL 1240 – History and Geography: New Testament

Credit 2

The books of Luke and Acts serve as the basis of this course. The course is designed to acquaint the student with the travels and teaching of Jesus as set forth in Luke and the geography of Palestine in His day. Also, it follows the travels of the apostles with special emphasis given to the travels of Paul. The course extends from the birth of Christ to the probable release of Paul from prison and his final visit to the churches. 40 min. periods.

SYG 2000 – Introduction to Sociology

Credit 3

A general survey of sociology including such topics as the structure, values and functioning of contemporary American society, and the interaction of individuals within society. Fundamental sociological theories are covered and considerable time is spent on social institutions such as family, religion and education. Emphasis on using the sociological perspective to develop a more objective view of society and one’s own behavior. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.

SYG 2411 – Marriage and the Family	Credit 3
Dating, mate selection, parenthood, and family relationships are studied from both sociological and practical perspectives with due consideration of biblical principles in order to develop a greater appreciation of the place of the family in society and to equip students to form and maintain christian homes. Gordon Rule – 3000 words.