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    May 25, 2024  
2022-2023 Catalogue 
    
2022-2023 Catalogue [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Numbering of Courses

A hyphenated course (e.g. 101-102) is one that continues throughout the year, the second semester of which has as a prerequisite the first semester. A non-hyphenated course (e.g. 101, 102) is one that continues throughout the year, the second semester of which does not have as a prerequisite the first semester.

Generally, first semester courses are represented by odd numbers; second semester by even numbers.

Offering of Courses

Belhaven University reserves the right to cancel any course for which there is an enrollment of fewer than five students.

Credit hours are indicated in parentheses following course titles.

Please contact the campus of your choice for the available degree programs.

Note: Below are listings of all courses offered in the adult studies programs at Belhaven University; however, not all of these courses are offered at each campus.

 

Business

Economics (ECO)

Assistant Professor Jinkiri

Sales Management (SMT)

Assistant Professor Woods

Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Associate Professor Duett

  
  • MBA 664 - Marketing Management (3)


    GR

    Marketing principles are reviewed along with managerial responsibilities concerning ethics, efficiency, effectiveness, and resource availability. Students learn how to develop a marketing plan and how it supports organizational objectives. Fundamentals of marketing research including design, delivery, data collection, and analysis are covered. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MBA 667 - Financial Drivers for Entrepreneurs (3)


    GR

    This course is a study and discussion of entrepreneurial finance.  The course addresses the key components of financial information needed in planning for the success of a new venture.  Students in MBA 667 will create a financial plan with accompanying financial projections for their chosen business. Students are expected to use Excel or other spreadsheet programs to provide three to five years of financial projections. The financial projections include projected balance sheets, income statements, and statements of cash flow. The financial plan includes PowerPoint slides or other visual media that would be presented to potential investors. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ MBA 602  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 644  Previous Enrollment Required
  
  • MBA 671 - Financial Markets (3)


    GR

    A study of financial markets, financial instruments, and the role of financial institutions in the Unites States’ economy. Current issues affecting the financial system are also examined. The purpose and goal of the course is to prepare students to understand the complexities of the financial system. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ Complete MBA 612  Previous Enrollment Required, Complete MBA 643  Previous Enrollment Required
  
  • MBA 672 - Investments (3)


    GR

    An advanced course examining investment strategies and technology. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of recent academic research to the dynamic global investment environment. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ Complete MBA 612  Previous Enrollment Required, Complete MBA 643  Previous Enrollment Required
  
  • MBA 673 - Contemporary Issues in Finance (3)


    GR

    This course presents the role and objective of financial management. Students will understand financial management in the domestic and international marketplaces. The course includes evaluation of financial performance and financial planning. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ Complete MBA 612  Previous Enrollment Required, Comlete MBA 643  Previous Enrollment Required
  
  • MBA 679 - Principles of Executive Leadership (3)


    GR

    Leading in an Entrepreneurial Environment: An in-depth examination of leadership on an executive level with an emphasis on managerial competencies. Topics relating to corporate governance, decision making, contingency models, competency, and performance are covered. Special emphasis on the biblical leadership principles and role models are included. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ MBA 602  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 623  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 641  Previous Enrollment Required
  
  • MBA 680 - Quantitative Decision Making (3)


    GR

    This course is designed to prepare that business administration student with quantitative skills and abilities which will be applied in a business-related environment. Areas covered include: designing goods and services, managing quality, forecasting, location and layout strategies, supply chain management, , inventory management, just-intime and lean operations, descriptive statistics, probability techniques, and regression analysis. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ Complete MBA 613 . Previous Enrollment Required
  
  • MBA 681 - Strategic Decision Making for a Competitive Advantage (3)


    GR

    This course is designed to equip the entrepreneurial MBA student with quantitative skills and abilities to improve their strategic decision making within their service-related business. Services play a central role in the economies of nations and in world commerce. The most important characteristic of service operations is the presence of the customer in the service delivery system. In this course, students will discover, develop and present their service strategies, service development plan, capacity planning model, forecasting model and operational management plan. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ MBA 602  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 657  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 667  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 679  Previous Enrollment Required
  
  • MBA 682 - Principles of Executive Leadership (3)


    GR

    An in-depth examination of leadership on an executive level with an emphasis on managerial competencies. Topics relating to corporate governance, decision making, contingency models, competency, and performance are covered. Special emphasis on the biblical leadership principles and role models are included. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MBA 683 - Project Management Essentials (3)


    GR

    This course emphasizes planning, while introducing project management fundamentals and principles from the standpoint of the project manager who must plan, organize, execute, and monitor and control non-operational activities to deliver projects on-time, under-budget and within performance objectives. Topics include organization and charters; scope and work breakdown structures; project life cycles, responsibility matrixes; as well as. planning and control methods such as PERT/CPM, Gantt charts, and earned value. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MBA 684 - Project Cost and Scheduling (3)


    GR

    This course highlights the importance of project managers understanding and applying project management tools and techniques to develop and manage project cost, schedule and financial plans. Topics include the software application, MS Project, project cost and benefit estimation; project financial analysis; budgeting; resource allocation; project metrics; and project cost and schedule control using earned value management systems. Attention will also be given to risk and contract and procurement management as students select and complete a course project that integrates project management components. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MBA 685 - PMP Prep Course (3)


    GR

    This course examines current topics in project management, and provides a comprehensive review of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) guide. Topics include global project management, leadership, virtual teams and project information systems. In addition, PMl’s Project Management framework, which includes the 10 knowledge areas, 5 process groups and 49 processes are covered in preparation for the Certified Associate Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) ® certification exam, administered by the Project Management Institute. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MBA 687 - Strategic Planning (3)


    GR

    The role of leadership to maintain a congruent proactive approach for organization effectiveness is studied. Stages in the strategic process including development, implementing, and evaluation are examined. Special focus on organizational alignment in achieving objectives and desired outcomes is studied. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ MBA 612  & MBA 613 . Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 624  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 640  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 643  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 646  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 658  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 664  Previous Enrollment Required, MSL 601  or MBA 601  Previous Enrollment Required, Take MBA 680  or MBA-686 Previous Enrollment Required
  
  • MBA 688 - Business in Global Environment (3)


    GR

    Department Chair Update Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MBA 689 - The Business Plan: Ready, Set, Go! (3)


    GR

    This final capstone course allows students to bring together each of the sections of their business plan by creating and presenting a fully developed, professional, and actionable business plan. The final business plan will follow the format of standard business plans, including the executive summary, company description, industry analysis, management plan, marketing plan, operational plan, and financial plan. Students will also orally present their business plans, using appropriate technology, that highlight overarching objectives and desired outcomes for moving their business forward. Students work with stakeholders in refining their plans through interviews or other methods with relevant businesses, business associations, and peer review. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ MBA 602  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 623  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 641  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 644  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 647  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 657  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 679  Previous Enrollment Required, MBA 681  Previous Enrollment Required
  
  • MSL 601 - Introduction to Graduate Education (3)


    GR

    A review of the basic concepts and skills necessary for success in graduate study. Concepts of teamwork and team learning are covered along with an overview of requirements for graduate programs. Students are introduced to leadership principles and applications in the context of a Christian world view. Topics include library use, research, critical thinking skills, writing expectations, analysis of case studies in leadership, and worldview. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 624 - Ethical Problems (3)


    GR

    Preparing leaders to resolve complex ethical dilemmas is the focus of this course. Christ-centric values and real world solutions are emphasized. An historical overview of ethical systems and their development is also critiqued under that lens of a Christian Worldview. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 630 - Leading Productive Teams (3)


    GR

    An analysis of team dynamics and the role of leadership in supporting effective team outcomes is examined. Small group development and team effectiveness are reviewed. Clarifying roles and expectations with the support of a team contract is stressed. Issues relating to diversity, culture, individual proficiency, performance pay, and collective performance evaluations are examined. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 640 - Organizational Behavior (3)


    GR

    Understanding organizational behavioral principles as it relates to underlying structure, design, culture, communication, and interpersonal processes. Special emphasis is placed on analyzing behavioral characteristics of contemporary leadership approaches with biblical principles. Specific approaches and tools to maximize organizational effectiveness are reviewed. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 643 - Financial Analysis (3)


    GR

    An overview of financial, accounting, and budgeting practices and its relationship with organization responsibilities for executive leadership. Planning and control issues, cost of capital, cost and cash budgeting practices, reporting, and working capital management topics are covered. Students develop skills necessary to evaluate an organization’s financial viability. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 646 - The Legal Environment of Business (3)


    GR

    An overview of legal obligations and requirements facing organizational leaders. Historical review leading up to our current jurisprudence system along with its biblical roots is examined. Torts, contracts, human resources regulations on state and federal level, legal responsibilities for management as an agent of the organization are representative of topics covered. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 658 - Principles of Executive Leadership (3)


    GR

    This course investigates leadership at the executive level through the use of qualitative research, student exercises, and a skills development project. In the course, students will research different executive leadership models and case studies in how the models are applied at the executive level. The concept of level three leadership is studied addressing working with and motivating people at the level of their fundamental values, beliefs, and expectations. The foundations of Christian leadership are explored. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 660 - Human Resource Management (3)


    GR

    An advanced study of the utilization and challenges of human resources in contemporary organizations. The emphasis is upon external trends in law, society, and competitors. In addition, issues related to today’s workforce are discussed and include topics such as diversity, values, recruiting and developing today’s employee. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 661 - Human Resources Employee Relations (3)


    GR

    This course offers an overview of Training and Organizational Development in Human Resource settings. Topics include intervention strategies, employee empowerment, and organizational transformation and strategic change in the context of human resources. Finally, the role and style of the HR practitioner is discussed in the context of a Christian world view. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 662 - Human Resources Compensation & Benefits (3)


    GR

    This course offers an overview of Total Rewards and compensation package. Students will develop a total compensation philosophy, design and implement a total rewards system. Job analysis, Job evaluation, Job descriptions, FLSA and Compensation Law, Employee Benefits Law, Government Mandated Benefits, and Employer-sponsored Benefits will also be discussed. Finally, compensation and benefits will be discussed in the context of a Christian world view. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 663 - Issues & Innovations in Human Resource (3)


    GR

    A study of current research into critical issues in the human resources, and innovations that affect managing human resources to reach their full potential within organizations. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 665 - Conflict Resolution (3)


    GR

    Students study biblical principles and biblical approaches in resolving workplace conflicts. Special emphasis on personal responsibility and pragmatic outcomes. Personal responsibility and Christ-like character are stressed. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 668 - Organizational Change (3)


    GR

    Developing leaders as effective change agents is the focus of this course. Approaches for assessing organizational readiness for change and strategic planning for effective organizational development are scrutinized. Strategies for overcoming resistance to change are examined. Students are challenged to integrate biblical principles to compliment contemporary change models. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • MSL 670 - Leadership Capstone (3)


    GR

    This capstone course integrates core content from all of the courses to demonstrate biblical leadership in providing real world solutions to organizational issues. Special emphasis on decision making and solution development. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:

    MSL 601   Previous Enrollment Required

    MSL 630   Previous Enrollment Required

    MSL 643   Previous Enrollment Required

    MSL 658   Previous Enrollment Required

    MSL 660   Previous Enrollment Required

    MSL 665   Previous Enrollment Required

    MSL 668   Previous Enrollment Required

  
  • MSL 686 - Strategic Leadership (3)


    GR

    The focus of this course is developing and implementing effective strategies to maximize leadership and organizational effectiveness. Innovative approaches in leading organizations in adapting to changing external environmental factors are studied through the use of case studies. Mergers, acquisitions, and multiple approaches to partnerships are analyzed. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • SCM 200 - Forecasting and Logistics (3)


    UG

    This course provides an analysis of many logistical services including global logistics, customer service and order management, distribution/fulfillment operations, demand and inventory planning and management, network analysis and design, and transportation operations, carrier selection, costing and negotiation. This online class has optional live sessions. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • SCM 201 - Sourcing and Operations (3)


    UG

    Explores modern global integrated supply chain management. Covers traditional supply chain topics such as procurement, inventory management, operations, quality management, logistics and transportation. Also discusses issues related to sustainability, humanitarian logistics, ethical business practices and supply chain analytics in the context of evolving supply chains around the world. This online class has optional live sessions. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • SCM 310 - Supply Chain Management Technologies (3)


    UG

    This course covers the major relevant supply chain technologies and systems. In this course you’ll survey the systems that enable the supply chain in best-in-class supply chain organizations. Understanding of how information flows throughout the supply chain is critical to managing a supply chain and this will be the main focus in this course. By the end of this course, you will have gained a basic understanding of how supply chain systems work and how they make the supply chain more efficient and effective. 

    This course has weekly assignments and includes the option to attend live Zoom class sessions. One 90-minute live class session per week will be scheduled with the instructor during the first week of class. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED: SCM 200   Previous Enrollment Required

    SCM 201   Previous Enrollment Required

  
  • SCM 325 - Supply Chain in Action (3)


    UG

    Everything from the best concert you saw, to your Covid-19 vaccine relies on the existence of effective supply chains. In this course, you’ll learn about the application of supply chain systems to vital real-world functions. By the end
    of this class, you’ll have a much better understanding of why supply chain management is vitally important, how it intersects with business, national and global interest, and how supply chains literally save the world.

    This course has weekly assignments and includes the option to attend live Zoom class sessions. One 90-minute live class session per week will be scheduled with the instructor during the first week of class. Audits Not Allowed

  
  • SCM 419 - Capstone (3)


    UG

    This course applies concepts from the readings and lectures into realistic interactive simulations so that students can see how different practices produce different results. This online class has optional live sessions. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • SCM 420 - Global Issues in Supply Chain Management (3)


    UG

    This course will emphasize Christian worldview and ethics in the Global supply chain. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • SMT 305 - Professional Selling (3)


    UG

    This course will cover selling from prospecting through relationship building, and through the use of role-plays and other experiential activities. It will equip the student with the fundamental knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed in a professional selling position. This online class has optional live sessions. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • SMT 307 - Negotiation in Business and Sales (3)


    UG

    This course focuses on how to conduct and become more skilled at negotiating, while providing an understanding of the underlying basic principles of negotiation. This online class has optional live sessions. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • SMT 326 - Sales Leadership (3)


    UG

    Effective sales leadership requires a mastery of the “hard” analytical skills as well as the “soft” skills for effective management and coaching. This course is designed to be a “learning laboratory” for exploring key sales and management concepts related to the sales function and that of the sales manager in the firm. We will focus on developing hands-on analytical and management coaching skills through the use of business case studies and articles and active hands-on practice. This online class has optional live sessions. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • SMT 370 - Advanced Professional Sales (3)


    UG

    This course is designed to pick up where we left off in Relationship-Driven Professional Selling with a focus on the planning and research necessary to be a credible and compelling salesperson. Additionally, this course will tackle the advanced topics of team selling, negotiating, and leveraging account development activities through a focus on hands-on activities, written assignments, and case simulations. This online class has optional live sessions. Audits Not Allowed

Chemistry

  
  • CHE 102 - General Chemistry I and Lab (4)


    UG

    A study of topics such as stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, and chemical bonding with laboratory experiments emphasizing fundamental chemical operations demonstrating those principles discussed in the course. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • CHE 111 - General Chemistry I (3)


    UG

    A two-semester sequence that includes a study of topics such as stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, the states of matter, phase equilibria, kinetics, thermodynamics, ionic equilibria, and electrochemistry. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 113  Concurrent Enrollment Required

    MAT 101  Previous or Concurrent Enrollment Required or ACT score of 22

    Offering Terms Fall Only

  
  • CHE 112 - General Chemistry II (3)


    UG

    A two-semester sequence that includes a study of topics such as stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, the states of matter, phase equilibria, kinetics, thermodynamics, ionic equilibria, and electrochemistry. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ CHE 111  & CHE 113  Previous Enrollment Required, CHE 114  Concurrent Enrollment Required
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 111  & CHE 113  Previous Enrollment Required

    CHE 114  Concurrent Enrollment Required

    MAT 101  Previous or Concurrent Enrollment Required or ACT Math score of 22

    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 113 - General Chemistry Lab I (1)


    UG

    A two-semester sequence emphasizing fundamental chemical operations and the study of a selection of exercises demonstrating those principles discussed in CHE 111 -CHE 112 . The second semester includes a study of qualitative analysis. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 111  Concurrent Enrollment Required

    MAT 101  Previous or Concurrent Enrollment Required or ACT score of 22

    Offering Terms Fall Only

  
  • CHE 114 - General Chemistry Lab II (1)


    UG

    A two-semester sequence emphasizing fundamental chemical operations and the study of a selection of exercises demonstrating those principles discussed in CHE 111 -CHE 112 . The second semester includes a study of qualitative analysis. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 111  & CHE 113  Previous Enrollment Required

    CHE 112  Concurrent Enrollment Required

    MAT 101  Previous or Concurrent Enrollment Required or ACT Math score of 22

    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 131 - Chemistry for Health Sciences (3)


    UG

    A one semester survey of chemistry with selected topics in physics that is designed for students with minimal backgrounds in math and science but who need a solid foundation in chemistry and physics for nursing or other health related sciences. These students do not typically take other chemistry courses beyond this course. Topics covered include those from general, organic, and biochemistry. All concepts are discussed in the context of applications relevant to nursing and allied health related fields. Audits Not Allowed
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • CHE 215 - Organic Chemistry I (3)


    UG

    A two-semester sequence that is a study of compounds of carbon including the functional groups, their nomenclature, synthesis, chemical reactivity, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, spectroscopy, and methods of structure determination. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED: CHE 111  & CHE 113  Previous Enrollment Required

    CHE 112  & CHE 114  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 217  Concurrent Enrollment Required

    Offering Terms Fall Only

  
  • CHE 216 - Organic Chemistry II (3)


    UG

    A two-semester sequence that is a study of compounds of carbon including the functional groups, their nomenclature, synthesis, chemical reactivity, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, spectroscopy, and methods of structure determination. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 218  Concurrent Enrollment Required

    CHE 215  Previous Enrollment Required

    CHE 217  Previous Enrollment Required

    CHE 111  /CHE 113  Previous Enrollment Required

    CHE 112 CHE 114 Previous Enrollment Required

     

     

    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 217 - Organic Chemistry Lab I (1)


    UG

    Corresponding lab session for Organic Chemistry I lab. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 111  & CHE 113  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 112  & CHE 114  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 215  Concurrent Enrollment Required

    Offering Terms Fall Only

  
  • CHE 218 - Organic Chemistry Lab II (1)


    UG

    Corresponding lab session for Organic Chemistry II lab. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 216  Concurrent Enrollment Required

    CHE 215  & CHE 217  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 111  & CHE 113  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 112  & CHE 114  Previous Enrollment Required

    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 316 - Quantitative Chemical Analysis (3)


    UG

    A study of the quantitative aspects of analytical chemistry and biochemistry including acid-base, solubility, oxidation-reduction,and complexation equilibria with emphasis in chemical titratimetric, gravimetric analysis, potentiometric analysis. Students are introduced to instrumental analysis and chemical separations. Statistical methods of data analysis are also covered. This is a laboratory intensive course. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 317  Concurrent Enrollment Required

    CHE 111  & CHE 113  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 112  & CHE 114  Previous Enrollment Recommended

    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 317 - Quantitative Chemical Analysis Lab (1)


    UG

    A study of the quantitative aspects of analytical chemistry and biochemistry including acid-base, solubility, oxidation-reduction,and complexation equilibria with emphasis in chemical titratimetric, gravimetric analysis, potentiometric analysis. Students are introduced to instrumental analysis and chemical separations. Statistical methods of data analysis are also covered. This is a laboratory intensive course. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 316  Concurrent Enrollment Required

    CHE 111  & CHE 113  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 112  & CHE 114  Previous Enrollment Recommended

    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 351 - Chemical Research I (1-2)


    UG

    A guided but independent exploration of a research topic decided on by the instructor and the student together. Students will explore the chemical literature and conduct original research on an approved project on and/or off campus. Students will be expected to present results of their work as a seminar to a group of faculty and students. This course may be repeated. Audits Not Allowed
    Crs Var Cred Increment: 1
  
  • CHE 352 - Chemical Research II (1-2)


    UG

    A guided but independent exploration of a research topic decided on by the instructor and the student together. Students will explore the chemical literature and conduct original research on an approved project on and/or off campus. Students will be expected to present results of their work as a seminar to a group of faculty and students. This course may be repeated. Audits Not Allowed
    Crs Var Cred Increment: 1
  
  • CHE 413 - Medicinal Chemistry & Pharmacology (3)


    UG

    An advanced course focused on the molecular and biochemical foundations of drug action. Special interest is placed on introducing students to single and multi-dimensional quantitative structure activity relationships (QSAR), computational analysis, bioassays, and the mechanisms of action of specific classes of drugs and natural products. Students are also introduced to the concepts of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination of drugs as well as pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 215  & CHE 217  Previous Enrollment Required

    CHE 216 CHE 218  Previous Enrollment Recommended

    BIO 375  Previous Enrollment Recommended

    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 415 - Biochemistry I: Biomolecules (3)


    UG

    An introductory course in biochemistry focused on the structures and reactions of biomolecules and biopholymers including; proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, lipids, hormones and vitamins. The function, thermodynamics, kinetics, mechanism, and regulation of enzymes, structural proteins, and transport proteins are covered in detail as is an introduction to basic glucose metabolism as a model biochemical pathway. The laboratory covers methods in the preparation of biological buffers, biomolecular Concentration determination, protein and nucleic acid purification, enzyme kinetics, molecular modeling, bioinformatics, protein stability, and equilibrium binding. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 417  Concurrent Enrollment Required,

    CHE 215  & CHE 217   Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 216  & CHE 218  Previous Enrollment Required

    Offering Terms Fall Only

  
  • CHE 416 - Biochemistry II: Metabolism (3)


    UG

    An introductory course in biochemistry focused on catabolic and anabolic reaction pathways utilized in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Topics include the process, regulation and integration of glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, the citric acid cycle, oxidative phosphorylation as well as selected topics in the metabolism of amino acids, lipids, and nucleotides. The structures of biological molecules are introduced. The laboratory emphasizes methods in organismal and cellular biochemistry, clinical correlations, biological and chemical informatics, and computerbased modeling of biological pathways. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 418   Concurrent Enrollment Required, 

    CHE 215  & CHE 217  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 216  & CHE 218  Previous Enrollment Required

     

    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 417 - Biochemistry I: Biomolecules Lab (1)


    UG

    Corresponding lab session for Biochemistry I lab. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ CHE 215  Previous Enrollment Recommended, CHE 216  Previous Enrollment Recommended
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 415  Concurrent Enrollment Required,

    CHE 215  & CHE 217  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 216  & CHE 218  Previous Enrollment Required

    Offering Terms Fall Only

  
  • CHE 418 - Biochemistry II: Metabolism Lab (1)


    UG

    Corresponding lab session for Biochemistry II lab. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 416  Concurrent Enrollment Required

    CHE 215  & CHE 217  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 216  & CHE 218  Previous Enrollment Required

    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 421 - Phys. Chem:chemical Thermodyn & Kinetic (3)


    UG

    A course exploring the theoretical and experimental principles of gases, liquids and solids, solutions, reaction kinetics, chemical equilibria, phase rule, and catalysis. In the laboratory, students will explore chemical thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, bulk properties of solutions, and selected topics in molecular modeling and data analysis. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 423  Concurrent Enrollment Required,

    MAT 207  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 111 /CHE 113  & CHE 112 /CHE 114  Previous Enrollment Required

    PHY 241 /PHY 243  OR PHY 251 /PHY 253   Previous Enrollment Required

     

    Yearly Cycle Odd years only
    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 422 - Phys. Chem: Quantum Mech. & Spectroscopy (3)


    UG

    A course exploring the development of the quantum mechanical view of atomic and molecular structure, spectroscopy, electrochemistry and radiochemistry. The laboratory includes topics related to exploring the application of quantum theory to modern spectroscopic and computational methods. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 424  Concurrent Enrollment Required,

    MAT 207  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 111 /CHE 113  &  CHE 112 /CHE 114  Previous Enrollment Required,

    PHY 241 /PHY 243  OR PHY 251 PHY 253   Previous Enrollment Required

    Yearly Cycle Even years only
    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 423 - Phys. Chem: Thermodyn & Kinetic Lab (1)


    UG

    A course exploring the theoretical and experimental principles of gases, liquids and solids, solutions, reaction kinetics, chemical equilibria, phase rule, and catalysis. In the laboratory, students will explore chemical thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, bulk properties of solutions, and selected topics in molecular modeling and data analysis. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 421   Concurrent Enrollment Required,

    MAT 207   Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 111 /CHE 113   & CHE 112 /CHE 114   Previous Enrollment Required

    PHY 241 /PHY 243   OR PHY 251 /PHY 253    Previous Enrollment Required

    Yearly Cycle Odd years only
    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 424 - Phys Chem: Quant Mech & Spectroscopy Lab (1)


    UG

    A course exploring the development of the quantum mechanical view of atomic and molecular structure, spectroscopy, electrochemistry and radiochemistry. The laboratory includes topics related to exploring the application of quantum theory to modern spectroscopic and computational methods. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 422  Concurrent Enrollment Required,

    MAT 207  Previous Enrollment Required,

    CHE 111 /CHE 113   & CHE 112 /CHE 114  Previous Enrollment Required

    PHY 241 /PHY 243  OR PHY 251 /PHY 253   Previous Enrollment Required

    Yearly Cycle Even years only
    Offering Terms Spring Only

  
  • CHE 431 - Special Problems in Chemistry I (1)


    UG

    A course designed for individual advanced students that involves a combination of independent library-and internet research, lectures, and laboratory investigations of a topic or topics of current interest.
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED: Petition required from Department Chair

  
  • CHE 432 - Special Problems in Chemistry II (1-2)


    UG

    A course designed for individual advanced students that involves a combination of independent library-and internet research, lectures, and laboratory investigations of a topic or topics of current interest. Audits Not Allowed
    Crs Var Cred Increment: 1
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED: Petition required from Department Chair

  
  • CHE 441 - Chemistry Seminar I (1)


    UG

    The senior chemistry major will research a topic of assigned or particular interest and present it before a group of peers. Emphasis is placed on the primary chemical literature and how to successfully present. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ Senior Standing
    Offering Terms Fall Only
  
  • CHE 442 - Chemistry Seminar II (1)


    UG

    The senior chemistry major will research a topic of assigned or particular interest and present it before a group of peers. Emphasis is placed on the primary chemical literature and how to successfully present. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ Senior Standing
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • CHE 444 - Chemical Instrumental Analyis (3)


    UG

    Theory and application of modern instrumental methods to chemical and biochemical analysis. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED:  

    CHE 111 /CHE 113  Previous Enrollment Required

    CHE 112 /CHE 114  Previous Enrollment Required

    Yearly Cycle Odd years only
    Offering Terms Fall Only

  
  • CHE 451 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry I (3)


    UG

    A study of current topics taken from the areas including but not limited to: environmental, medicinal, clinical, theoretical, polymer, education, instrumental, or biological chemistry. This course may be renamed to reflect the nature of the course being offering in a given semester. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • CHE 452 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry II (3)


    UG

    A study of current topics taken from the areas including but not limited to: environmental, medicinal, clinical, theoretical, polymer, education, instrumental, or biological chemistry. This course may be renamed to reflect the nature of the course being offering in a given semester. Audits Not Allowed

Communications

  
  • COM 201 - Introduction to Mass Communication (3)


    UG

    This course discusses the historical and philosophical development of mass communications, and discusses in depth the development of major types of media, as well as the economic and sociocultural impacts of the media on society. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • COM 210 - Newswriting and Reporting (3)


    UG

    Students will learn the basics of collecting, writing and producing news content, including Associated Press (AP) Style. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • COM 240 - Communication Theory to Media Literacy (3)


    UG

    This course will help students develop an informed and critical understanding of messages and power of the mass media in the context of a Christian worldview. Students will learn some skills to help them become informed consumers of media content. We will explore theories around mass communication, probe the effects of media messaging, and highlight some ways students can apply critical thinking skills to the media messages which saturate our everyday lives. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • COM 250 - Public Speaking (3)


    UG

    This course will help familiarize students with the experience of public speaking, preparing and delivering business presentations, and participating in media interviews. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • COM 300 - Ethics in Mass Communication (3)


    UG

    A study of the ethical, moral, and Christian values that journalists should possess as members of the working press. An exploration of the standards that the general press should follow when dealing with the lives of public and private individuals. Audits Not Allowed
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • COM 309 - Introduction to Public Relations (3)


    UG

    Designed to introduce and develop a broad understanding of public relations as a communication profession. Topics covered include public relations in both public and private enterprises; basics of planning and implementing a public relations communication campaign; techniques for communicating with various public; and the laws and ethics governing the practice of public relations. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • COM 310 - Study of Persuasive Discourse (3)


    UG

    A study of theories, strategies, and applications relating to persuasion. Students examine rhetorical address, advertising, public relations, interpersonal communication, and political communication. Topics include language, ethics, audience-analysis, imagery, culture, reasoning, credibility, and motivation. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • COM 320 - Public Relations Writing (3)


    UG

    This course will teach the fundamentals of how to write for Public Relations, and understanding how to create copy and collateral materials for Public Relations professionals using both traditional and digital media. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • COM 330 - Media Relations (3)


    UG

    Relationships with the media are crucial for organizational success, especially in a world in which digital communications have enabled direct and instant feedback on major issues. This course will apply a Christian worldview to the practice of media relations and address practical situations likely to be encountered in the course of public relations work. Topics will include development of messaging strategies, building and maintaining relationships with members of the media, planning and execution of media events, and understanding the media-public relations relationship. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • COM 340 - Understanding Audiences: Public Relations Research (3)


    UG

    Students will learn how to assess, understand and communicate with various audiences, and conduct research to determine attitudes and motivations of audiences. Students will also be introduced to the concept of evaluating public relations activities and campaigns. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ COM 201  Previous Enrollment Required, COM 309  Previous Enrollment Required
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • COM 350 - Organizational Communications (3)


    UG

    An examination of organizations from a communication perspective. The nature of organizational communication competencies is learned and subsequently practiced thus developing effective communication skills. Topics may include communication networks and climates, superior-subordinate relationships, computermediated communication, organizational identification, communication audits, group and team communication, interviewing, meetings, and presentations. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ COM 201  Previous Enrollment Required, Complete COM 210  Previous Enrollment Required, Complete COM 309  Previous Enrollment Required
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • COM 355 - Crisis Communication (3)


    UG

    This course will offer students a better understanding of crisis situations they may face in communications contexts. In the fast-moving world of digital media in which reputations can be damaged or destroyed overnight, communicators need to be prepared to face crisis situations that may arise among key publics, stakeholders, and in the media. Students will learn how to apply theories about crisis communications, prepare crisis communication plans, and become equipped to advise and guide their organizations to reach the best possible outcomes when the unexpected occurs. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • COM 360 - Integrated Marketing Communications (3)


    UG

    This course will help students understand key concepts and methods in marketing communications in both traditional and digital media, and how communications strategies are used for many different types or organizations. Topics include advertising, direct marketing, social media, branding, promotion and public relations, and how these are concurrently used toward a total communication effort. Audits Not Allowed
    Yearly Cycle Odd Years Only
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • COM 370 - Social Media Theory and Comm Strag (3)


    UG

    Students will examine the landscape of social media, and learn strategies for creating content, crafting messages across multiple platforms and learning how to integrate social media into their public relations work. Audits Not Allowed
    Offering Terms Fall Only
  
  • COM 380 - Church Media Ministry (3)


    UG

    Students will be introduced to basic skills, equipment and software needed to implement media strategies within a church, to help the church maximize use of technology in support of the church’s ministry. Topics will include videography, social media, lighting and sound, presentation software and team management. Students will gain practical experience in a church media program. Audits Not Allowed
    Yearly Cycle Odd Years Only
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • COM 390 - Sports Communication (3)


    UG

    Designed for students who will work in public relations and/or spokesperson roles in sports-related organizations, with emphasis on Christian perspectives in the field. Topics will include media relations, understanding of sports media, social media in sports, and building relationships between sports organizations and the media which cover them. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • COM 405 - Preparing for Certificate in Principles of Public Relations (3)


    UG

    This course will prepare students to take the Certificate in Principles of Public Relations. The Certificate in Principles of Public Relations provides a national benchmark designation in public relations for entry-level professionals and serves as a differentiator for new public relations professionals entering the work force. Successful completion of the examination will demonstrate a significant degree of knowledge of public relations principles and ethics. (Additional fees apply) Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ Take COM 309  Previous Enrollment Required
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • COM 418 - Public Relations Campaigns (3)


    UG

    This course helps develop and refine the student’s ability to select, create and apply tools, techniques and principles of public relations to a variety of managerial cases and problem situations. Use of real-life cases studies, tracking of current public relations issues, and creation of a full-scale public relations plan for an actual “client” are planned. This course is for students who have mastered most or all of the skills courses and can apply their knowledge base to a real-life public relations problem. Students will utilize the principles and techniques of public relations to analyze case studies, track current public relations issues, and create public relations campaigns. This course serves as a Capstone Course for Public Relations Majors on the Basic Track. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ COM 201  Previous Enrollment Required, COM 309  Previous Enrollment Required, Complete COM 320  Previous Enrollment Required, Complete COM 340  Previous Enrollment Required
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • COM 420 - Feature Writing (3)


    UG

    This course requires substantial research. Reporting of issues concerning public affairs, concepts, and critical issues of today. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ COM 201  Previous Enrollment Required, Complete COM 210 . Previous Enrollment Required
    Offering Terms Fall Only
  
  • COM 440 - Mass Communication Law (3)


    UG

    A study of the laws governing print and electronic journalism; legal codes dealing with slander, libel, and rights to privacy; current FCC rulings as well as the examination of historical cases that have set a precedence in media law. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ COM 201  Previous Enrollment Required, COM 300  Previous Enrollment Required
    Offering Terms Fall Only
  
  • COM 450 - Internship in Mass Communication (3)


    UG

    Open in each concentration on the basis of written application submitted one semester in advance by senior students. All applications are forwarded to the department chair.  Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ Petition required from Department Chair
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED: Students must be at least junior level and have a minimum GPA of 2.00.

  
  • COM 470 - Sports Video Production Team (1)


    UG

    Students wishing to gain experience in producing sports events will be given the opportunity to earn one hour of credit by working in the Belhaven stadium press box during Belhaven football and soccer games. Students will gain a variety of experiences and learn skills such as operation of press box and sideline cameras, producing content for the video board, working with play-by-play personnel, pushing content to the web, and a variety of other jobs. This credit may be repeated twice. Audits Not Allowed
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED: Petition required from Department Chair

    Offering Terms Fall Only
  
  • COM 480 - Selected Topics in Mass Communication (3-6)


    UG

    Enrollment requires the consent of the department head, who will contact the agency allowing the student to complete a practicum. Students will be requested to complete a major project that will assist the student in adding real-world experience to their résumé. This course is an acceptable substitute for COM 450 for students. Audits Not Allowed
    Crs Var Cred Increment: 3
    PRE-REQ REQ or RECOMMENDED: Petition required from Department Chair

  
  • COM 490 - Digital Portfolio & Resume Development (3)


    UG

    Students will create and design a professional resume along with a diverse portfolio showcasing their best work for the pursuit of future employment. Successful interviewing and portfolio presentation skills will be assessed, discussed, and honed. Portfolio reviews will be conducted by professionals in the industry. Audits Not Allowed

Computer Information Systems

  
  • CIS 111 - Introduction to Information Systems (3)


    UG

    Introduction to Information Systems is based on the fundamental premise that the major role of information technology (IT) is to support organizational personnel, regardless of their functional area or level in the organization. The aim is to teach Computer Information Systems (CIS) majors how to use IT to help ensure the success of their organization. The focus is not merely learning the concepts of IT, but rather on applying those concepts to facilitate organizational processes. Topics include: hardware, software, networks, transaction processing systems, management information systems, decision support systems, group support systems, and enterprise resource planning systems. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • CIS 211 - Information Systems Project Management (3)


    UG

    The objective of this course is to develop the students’ understanding of the issues involved in managing Information Systems projects. The course will impart practical knowledge of the skills and techniques used to manage information systems projects. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ CIS 212  Concurrent Enrollment Recommended
  
  • CIS 212 - Information Systems Project Mgt Lab (1)


    UG

    This lab experience reinforces the theory and practice of Project Management taught in the lecture. It will involve extended group work, field trips, and other hands-on experiences involving Project Management. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ CIS 211  Concurrent Enrollment Recommended
  
  • CIS 311 - Business Analysis for Software Developer (3)


    UG

    Business Analysis for Software Developers will focus on the art of eliciting requirements from users and subject matter experts. The Business Analyst will develop clear and unambiguous requirements to support the development model proposed by the team. Requirements will serve as input for the development lifecycle for methodologies such as Kanban, Agile, or Waterfall. The students will be asked to develop projects based on techniques identified in the textbook for the class. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ CIS 111  Previous Enrollment Recommended
  
  • CIS 312 - Business Analysis Software Developer Lab (1)


    UG

    Will focus on the art of eliciting requirements from users and subject matter experts. The Business Analyst will develop clear and unambiguous requirements to support the development model proposed by the team. Requirements will serve as input for the development lifecycle for methodologies such as Kanban, Agile, or Waterfall. The students will be asked to develop projects based on techniques identified in the textbook for the class. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ CIS 311  Concurrent Enrollment Required
  
  • CIS 315 - Database Management Introduction to Big Data Concepts (3)


    UG

    Course overview of Database management and storage and retrieval requirements for analyzing structured data, unstructured data, and semi-structured data. Today, the world is trying to create and educate data scientists because of the phenomenon of Big Data. And everyone is looking deeply into this technology. But no one is looking at the larger architectural picture of how Big Data needs to fit within the existing systems (data warehousing systems). Taking a look at the larger picture into which Big Data fits gives the data scientist the necessary context for how pieces of the puzzle should fit together.   Audits Not Allowed
 

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