Credits: 3 Survey of current programming languages, including structure, runtime systems, the specification of syntax, and semantics. Definition of syntax for formal languages with emphasis on context-free languages. Techniques for scanning and parsing programming languages.
Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):CPTR 152 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 An introduction to the design and analysis of advanced algorithms. Topics include asymptotic complexity bounds, graph and tree algorithms, and algorithmic strategies (such as greedy, divide-and-conquer and dynamic programming).
Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):CPTR 245 or MATH 355,CPTR 276 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 A study of common numerical techniques applicable on a computer. Includes interpolation, extrapolation, approximation techniques, numerical methods for linear problems, root finding, function fitting, numerical integration, location of extremes, efficiency of numerical algorithms, and minimization of computational error.
Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):CPTR 152 and MATH 215 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 Process management, including asynchronous concurrent processes and deadlock, virtual storage management and job and process scheduling, multiprocessing, disk scheduling and file and database systems, performance and security.
Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):CPTR 152 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 Concepts applicable to constructing a computer network and the application of computing algorithms and solutions using networked computers and devices. Study topics such as physical transmission media, protocols and associated layers, TCP/IP, application programming interfaces and frameworks, sockets, clustering and security.
Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):CPTR 152 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 Surveys basic software engineering topics associated with the processes, documents, and products of the entire software life cycle. Topics include software evolution, project organization, and management, feasibility studies, product definition, design, implementation, and testing issues, and the role of the software engineer within the life cycle.
Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):CPTR 152 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 Focus on hardware aspects of computing and logical concepts. Includes data representation for numbers and other data types, Boolean algebra, digital logic circuit representations of basic computational building blocks, CPU components, interrupt schemes and buses. Relevance of supporting concepts is discussed, including system software, assemblers, assembly language programming and operating systems.
Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):CPTR 152 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 Study of issues relevant to abstract and concrete aspects in both the creation of database management system software and its use. Indexing, buffering and other internal and physical database design issues. Relational model algebra, calculus and query languages. Functional dependencies and normalization. Study of and modeling using Entity-Relationship and other relevant paradigms. Common application databases. Introduction to the use of transactions, query optimization and non-relational database models. Design and programming assignments using databases.
Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):CPTR 152 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 Introduction to computer graphics focusing on the algorithms and data structures for the modeling and shading of 3-d images. Topics include basic OpenGL programming, mesh generation, shading, raytracing, radiosity methods, procedural textures, and fractal methods.
Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):CPTR 152 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 Provides the conceptual basis for understanding current trends in Artificial Intelligence. Topics include both symbolic and numeric processing, intelligent search methods, problem representation, machine learning, expert systems, and a survey of some social implications of AI.
Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):CPTR 152 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS
Credits: 0–6 Students will either assist a faculty member in an ongoing research project or develop a project of their own with the help and approval of the faculty member in their areas of interest or study. this course is for students who have a reasonably established knowledge of computing at the college level. A minimum of 3 hours work per week is required for each credit earned and a written paper is required.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS
Credits: 0–6 This course facilitates a professional experience for the student. It functions with the consent and advice of the computer science program faculty. Opportunities and venues vary, and must include designing and implementing an innovative and novel computing solution. Three primary approaches are undergraduate research, professional internship, or a major design project. A minimum of 3 hours of work per week per credit is required.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Practicum Special Approval: Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1–3 Directed study of material of special interest chosen in consultation with the instructor. No more than 6 credits may be earned in CPTR495.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 An introductory survey of the discipline of digital media. Students are introduced to Adobe Creative Suite applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Acrobat), basic printing principles, vector and raster graphics, image acquisition and output. Understanding the Macintosh computer is also covered.
Lab required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 This introductory course is designed to familiarize students with the design and creation of web pages and web sites. Students will learn basic HTML structure along with basic styling with CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) through video based lectures outside of class and hands-on work in-class. Beyond the basics of HTML, and CSS, students will learn how to publish their content on-line, validate code, and how accessibility plays a major role in development and content strategy. May be offered as an Intensive.
Lab required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):ART 130 Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 Students learn to produce a variety of publications using basic and advanced techniques with Adobe InDesign. Emphasis will be on designing, pre-flighting and publishing documents for print, online and mobile devices. Adding interactivity to layouts using animation, video and sound in page layouts is also covered.
Lab required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):ART 130 Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 A transition from design theory to design application as it relates to visual communication. A series of projects develops basic skills and familiarity with design process and the graphic design profession.
Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):ART 130, ART 207 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 In this course, students study the art of vector graphics. Demonstrations will be provided through in-class instruction and on-line by industry professionals. Students work on projects in and out of class each week ranging from print to on-line publishing. Required: Adobe Illustrator CS5+ and laptop.
Lab required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):ART 130 or equivalent. Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 This intermediate course expands the student’s knowledge of HTML and advanced CSS techniques to include wireframe and rapid prototyping techniques. Students learn through a series of projects designed to advance not only their technical knowledge, but also their User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design skills. Required: laptop. May be offered as an intensive.
Lab required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):DSGN 150 Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 An exploration of typographic structures terminology, methods, and visual problem solving. This studio course addresses typographic design as a practical form of visual communication.
Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):ART 207, ART 130. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 In this course, students focus on interactive design and production utilizing JavaScript and other open source technologies. Students learn through in-class demonstrations and outside class through on-line video lectures by other industry professionals. Projects consist of small challenges while working towards a final semester project that will showcase the student’s skills in interactive design. Required: laptop. May be offered as an intensive.
Lab required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):DSGN 250 Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 This course introduces basic and intermediate server-side scripting techniques, version control, open source Content Management software (CMS), and how to set up localhost testing servers. Students will learn through in-class demonstrations and outside of class through on-line video lectures by other industry professionals. Projects consist of small challenges while working towards a final semester project that will showcase the student’s skills in techniques and technologies over the previous courses.Required:laptop.May be offered as an intensive.
Lab required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):DSGN 335 Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 This studio course focuses on page design in books, newspapers and magazines for both print and digital applications. Editorial concept, content, format, image and audience will all be explored.
Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):ART 207, DSGN 214DSGN 185. Schedule Type: Studio College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 This studio course is concerned with creating a brand and provides a basis for deciding the procedures and practices for corporate communication goals.
Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):ART 207, DSGN 214. Schedule Type: Studio College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 This studio course focuses on the business side of Graphic Design and will help students understand best practices when creating contracts, dealing with clients/partner relationships, developing design strategy, self-promotion, and communication both internal and external. Students will also develop their own brand, creating their own custom business forms and promotional materials.
Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Studio College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 This studio course is project-based and focuses on putting advertising theory into practice. Students will create advertising campaigns and develop creative solutions based on market research, taking their ideas from concept to completion. Idea-driven design based on a solid foundation of research is emphasized.
Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite:ART 207, DSGN 214. Schedule Type: Studio College Code: CAS
Credits: 3 This studio course explores the many facets and theories of package design and puts them into practice. Students will learn how to create a die-line and develop effective visual solutions for complex packaging scenarios. Projects will be taken from the concept phase to fully realized, 3-dimensional prototypes.
Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):ART 207, DSGN 214. Schedule Type: Studio College Code: CAS
Credits: 2–3 A skill-building, project-based course focusing on page design in books, newspapers and magazines for both print and digital applications.
Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):DSGN 514 , DSGN 585 Schedule Type: Studio College Code: CAS
Credits: 2–3 A skill-building, project-based course focusing on putting advertising theory into practice. Students will create advertising campaigns and develop creative solutions based on market research.
Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):DSGN 514 or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Studio College Code: CAS
Credits: 2–3 A skill-building, hands-on, foundational course designed to build the skills necessary to create web pages and websites.
Lab required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):ART 530 or permission of the instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS
Credits: 2–3 A skill-building, hands-on course expanding the students abilities to produce working webpages and websites. Focus will be on advanced CSS techniques and building technical knowledge.
Lab Required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s):DSGN 550 or permission of instructor. Prerequisite/Corequisite:DSGN 550 or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS
Credits: 2–3 A skill-building, hands-on course in which students learn to use InDesign to produce a variety of publications. Emphasis will be on designing, preflighting and publishing documents for print, online and mobile devices.
Lab required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab College Code: CAS
DSRE 503 - Marriage, Family, and Interpersonal Relationships
Credits: 3 Current issues in marriage and family are discussed, and available resources are explored. The dynamics of interpersonal relationships are examined and students are challenged to emulate Christ’s example as they interact with persons from all segments of society.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM
Credits: 3 Describes various models of chaplaincy and how they mold the chaplain’s roles as spiritual care providers in institutions to inform and/or expand their own chaplaincy style. Explores ethical and diversity issues within chaplaincy. Envisions the place of chaplaincy within the Adventist Church in the future. Challenges students to grow in biblical spirituality.
Course Attribute: Chaplaincy
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 Designed to acquaint students with the opportunities for ministry to and with young people in the church, school and home. The biblical principles of youth ministry leadership, within the context of the church community, are given primary emphasis.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM
DSRE 543 - Assessment and Treatment of Victims of Violence
Credits: 2 Examination of assessment issues, approaches, and barriers to effective treatment when working with victims of domestic violence, adult survivors of sexual abuse, victims of rape, incest survivors, and child sexual-assault victims. Interpretation of assessment findings included. Short- and long- term therapy options including specific techniques are explored. Prerequisites: SOWK401 and 402 or SOWK501 or permission of instructor.
Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 Examination and development of pastoral tools for pre-marriage and marriage counseling. Includes study of theological, psychological, and sociological principles and applications for the life cycle of the family.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 564 - Advanced Youth and Young Adult Ministry Leadership
Credits: 2,3 Application of biblical principles of youth ministry leadership to the concrete issues and settings of contemporary youth ministry. Treats topics such as: small groups for youth; sexuality and dating; music; programming.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s):DSRE 534. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 2 An overview of treatment techniques and basic prevention strategies including specific training in assessment and therapeutic techniques, examining the relationship between etiology and treatment. Treatment evaluation discussed. At-risk, vulnerable populations receive special consideration.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 605 - Contemporary Topics in Religious Education and Discipling
Credits: 2,3 Focuses on current and historical theoretical approaches to religious education and discipling. An introduction to procedures needed to implement, maintain, and evaluate religious/spiritual learning in the church and school.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 608 - Youth and Young Adults in Contemporary Culture
Credits: 2,3 A study of current developments in youth culture and the influence of youth culture on young people both in the church and the community. Students formulate a strategic response relevant to Seventh-day Adventist ministry to youth.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 Educational strategies based on current research in learning theory and human development, enhancing skills in planning learning events for church, community, and school. Instruction and assessment focused on transformation of behavior and values, taking into account the teaching and discipling mandate of the Gospel Commission. Meets three hours per week.
Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM
Credits: 3 Participation of the pastor in the development, promotion and support of Adventist education and schools as creative centers for community life and learning. Fostering discipleship as a catalyst for community engagement with secular society.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 A survey of the literature on the tasks of adolescence with particular emphasis on how this developmental stage impacts acceptance of or alienation from religion. An investigation into how adolescents develop and experience faith and the various influences—such as parents, peers, church, school and media.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 0 Students develop sustainable habits of scholarship including attendance at planned seminars and professional conference, reading scholarly journals, and maintaining a vibrant spiritual life. DG will be given until portfolio is presented as part of comprehensive examination (or thesis defense).
Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 This course addresses the theory, practice and application of helping skills to at-risk youth. Emphasis is placed on biblical solutions to real life secular problems. Students will experience and develop effective social skills to work with at-risk youth, focusing on prevention, redirection and restoration skills.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 Explores spiritual growth from both a theological and social science perspective. Evaluates models for answering, What is spiritual growth? and What is involved in facilitating it? Explores the role of all church ministries in fostering spiritual growth.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 635 - Christian Perspectives on Professional Ethics
Credits: 2,3 Students will examine their personal beliefs and values in relation to ethical and diversity issues. Students will also apply professional Codes of Ethics to practice dilemmas they may face in the fields of social work and family life using a Christian theological framework.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 Formulation of a comprehensive ministry for a specific age group, culture, situation or approach (e.g. campus chaplaincy, childhood, adolescence, young adult, African American, Hispanic, youth evangelism, visionary leadership).
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s):DSRE 534 or permission of professor. Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar, Interactive Online College Code: SEM
Credits: 3 Equips students to apply biblical principles of counseling concepts and psychological insights to human challenges in the emotional, spiritual, cognitive, and behavioral aspects of life.
Course Attribute: Pastoral Care
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 Application of counseling theories and techniques to counselees in their teens and twenties. Students engage in actual counseling experiences and submit reports for self and instructor critiques.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s):CHMN 550 recommended for MDiv students. Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 Develops basic knowledge and skills for policy analysis, formulation and critical challenge within local and international contexts. Examines the determining factors affecting public policy in the United States as compared with other systems. Provides framework for analysis of social problems and policies, as they impact development and social service practice, particularly with families.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: SEM
Credits: 3 An understanding of the development and main tenets of interpersonal relationships, and a study of the character and quality of human social conduct. Also examines human sexuality, and studies the physiological, psychological, emotional, and social aspects of sexual development and the Christian’s response to this God-given gift.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 660 - Field Practicum: Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Credits: 1–6 Can only be done after the student has completed 24 credits in the MAYYAM program. Practical training in a variety of field activities. An individual contract is developed between the student and a seminary faculty member that includes field supervision of that work, and the writing of a final product or report. Guidelines are available.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: SEM
Credits: 3 Examines the vision, goals and implementation strategies for campus ministry through an understanding of organizational behavior, and mobilization of student leadership. Group strategies, relationship building and networking, and working with Adventist resources are emphasized. Breakout sessions focus on public and Christian campuses to meet needs of professionals in both settings.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 Describes popular worldviews found in academic settings and explores strategies for Christian young adults to maintain their own faith and to present the gospel in terms understandable to the unchurched. Includes a consideration of how to plan informal learning events that focus on behavior and value changes.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 Examines the spiritual needs of children and young adolescents in light of their physical, social, emotional, and mental development. Considers the nurturing roles of parents and teachers in the church and day school. Practicum activity required.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 3 Examines the changing roles and responsibilities of parents; child-rearing practices, including spiritual nurture of children; safety and protection for children; diverse parenting situations; and decision-making about parenthood. Develops skills in parenting education, integrating a Christocentric purview.
Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 1–6 Supervised religious education experience in a chosen area of specialty, such as family life, children’s ministry, youth ministry, academy or college teaching, editorial work, etc. Permission of advisor and practicum supervisor required.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: SEM
DSRE 688 - MA (Religious Education) Program Continuation
Credits: 0 Allows off-campus master’s students during their coursework phase to maintain active status and to have access to the James White Library electronic resources.
Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM
Credits: 1–3 Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of advisor and instructor required. Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM
DSRE 705 - Theological and Historical Perspectives on Spiritual Growth
Credits: 4 Examines the biblical and theological basis for spiritual life, discipleship and Christian experience as well as how this theology has been understood and experienced in the history of the church and the lives of believers. Critiques contemporary forms of spirituality to enable students to discern truth from counterfeit.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 707 - The Personal Practice of Biblical Spirituality
Credits: 8 Covers a historical view of those devotional practices outlined in Scripture, Ellen White and significant devotional writers that lead to Christian formation. Provides a praxis model of reflection upon and engagement with, those spiritual practices and patterns of life that define who we are as disciples of Jesus.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM
DSRE 708 - Mentoring for Discipleship and Biblical Spirituality
Credits: 5 This course will equip participants for assisting in the Christian formation and discipling of others through spiritual mentoring. It will develop an understanding of how the age, temperament and developmental stage of a mentoree helps to determine the most effective model for discipling.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 709 - Constructs of Corporate Ministry for Discipleship and Biblical Spirituality
Credits: 5 Explores constructs of corporate ministry that will enhance growth in Christian formation and discipleship within the context of the church and wider community. A corporate life of outreach and ministry to others through loving and maturing relationships will be developed.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 710 - Current Issues in Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Credits: 4 Students study selected issues in youth and young adult ministry, including adolescent development, inter-generational relationships, and the challenges of popular culture. They learn how to build specialized approaches in youth ministry.
Selected issues in youth and young adult ministry, including adolescent development, inter-generational relationships, loss and reclamation of youth and young adults, Adventist education, popular culture, emergent church, and the call and mission of young people for God’s kingdom and the church. Building specialized approaches in youth and young adult ministry.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 1,2 Represents student initiatives for developing sustainable habits of scholarship including such things as attendance at special-event lectures, and professional conferences, reading professional or scholarly journals; and maintaining a vibrant spiritual life. DG will be given until experiences are documented in the portfolio.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s): Each summer two intensives in the Family Ministry Concentration are offered. GDPC 614 Human Development or equivalent. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 721 - Perspectives on Youth and Young Adult Ministry Leadership Strategies
Credits: 5 This module will explore the various leadership roles and functions involved in youth and young adult ministry. It includes: youth and young adult ministry leadership principles, planning and leading major events, implementing change, leadership in youth evangelism, developing people helping skills, life cycle of a youth and young adult ministry.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 4,5 This Family Ministry concentration-specific class provides an introduction to family ministry and the challenges of ministry to contemporary families based on an understanding of their religious, social, educational, occupational, and governmental/legal contexts. Marriage as the core social institution of the family will be emphasized as will current family and public policy.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM
Credits: 5 This module offers the class Family Dynamics and Sexuality which addresses ministry to families based on an understanding of family systems, the family life cycle, human relationship processes, and human sexuality. DMin Project registers project credits; no additional class is involved.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM
Credits: 5 Through the class Family as a Center for Discipleship, this module considers the mission of the home to foster discipleship—within the marriage relationship and in the parenting of children, with the wider family circle of relatives, and with friends and neighbors in the community. Special emphasis will be placed on the dynamics of parent-child relationships and parenting responsibilities with a particular emphasis on transmitting a heritage of faith to the next generation. DMin Project registers project credits; no additional class is involved.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM
Credits: 2 An exploration of issues germane to family life education, and the mission and methods of family ministry within a leadership perspective.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s):GDPC 614 Human Development or equivalent. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Summer College Code: SEM
Credits: 3 An exploration of issues which identify social problems affecting families and how family law and public policies relate to social services for children and families.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s):GDPC 614 Human Development or equivalent. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Summer College Code: SEM
Credits: 2–5 A study of family systems theory with applications to issues in internal family dynamics and in congregational dynamics as a family system.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM
Credits: 2,3 An understanding of, and skill development in, interpersonal relationships and a study of human social conduct with emphasis on congregational life. Also studies the physiological, psychological, emotional, and social aspects of human sexuality and the Christian response to this God-given gift. Examines measures for preventing clergy sexual misconduct.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s):GDPC 614 Human Development or equivalent. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Summer College Code: SEM
DSRE 765 - Advanced Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Credits: 5 Builds on knowledge of youth and young adult ministry and advances to a greater depth in such areas as: understanding youth culture, youth evangelism, small groups in youth and young adult ministry, sexuality, music, camping, short-term missions, risk management, contemporary worship, and youth as the present and future of the church.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 3 Examines the changing roles and responsibilities of parents; child-rearing practices, including spiritual nurture of children; safety and protection for children; diverse parenting situations; decision making about parenthood. Develop skills in parenting education, integrating a Christocentric purview.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s):GDPC 614 Human Development or equivalent. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Summer College Code: SEM
Credits: 3 Examines the contributions of theology and the social sciences to a theoretical understanding of how the spiritual life is formed in the individual and considers strategies to foster spiritual growth.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 3 A philosophical and practical approach toward teaching strategies in diverse cultural, non-formal settings, with consideration given to literacy issues in the developing world.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 850 - Theological Foundations of Christian Teaching
Credits: 3 Theistic assumptions and biblical models that identify the goals of Christian education and undergird a theology of Christian teaching applicable to discipling and teaching ministries.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
Credits: 3 Furnishes PhD in Religious Education students with insights into the practice of using basic techniques, tools and procedures for meaningful religious education.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 878 - Advanced Scholarly and Professional Development
Credits: 0 Represents student initiatives for developing sustainable habits of scholarship and includes such things as attendance at colloquia, special-event lectures, and professional conferences; presentation of scholarly papers; and teaching experiences. DG will be given until requirements are completed and experiences are documented in the portfolio.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM
DSRE 880 - PhD (Religious Education) Program Continuation
Credits: 0 Allows off-campus doctoral students during their coursework phase to maintain active status and to have access to the James White Library electronic resources.
Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM
Credits: 1–5 Supervised religious education experience for the advanced student’s chosen area of specialty such as family life, children’s ministry, youth ministry, academy or college teaching, editorial work, etc. Permission of advisor and practicum supervisor required.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: SEM
Credits: 1–3 A planned research experience dealing with a research question in the area of religious education. The student identifies a faculty member or members with whom to engage in collaborative research study leading to joint publication. Project to support competency for dissertation research.
Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM