Jun 16, 2024

2019-2020 Academic Bulletin

2019-2020 Academic Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Mathematics
	MATH 432 - Real Analysis II Credits: 3 Theorems on continuity, differentiation, integration, and convergence; additional selected topics such as topology, differentiable manifolds, and real analysis. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MATH 240 , MATH 355 , MATH 431 . Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Even years Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MATH 441 - Abstract Algebra I Credits: 3 A rigorous proof course on groups, rings, fields, and homomorphisms. Topics include cyclic groups, Cayley’s Theorem, Lagrange’s Theorem, factor groups, integral domains, and factor rings. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MATH 240 , MATH 355 . Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Even years Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MATH 442 - Abstract Algebra II Credits: 3 A continuation of MATH 441. Topics include polynomial rings, divisibility in integral domains, and extension fields. Additional topics may include geometric constructions, Sylow Theorems, and Galois Theory. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MATH 240 , MATH 355 , MATH 441 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MATH 475 - Geometry Credits: 3 Axiomatic development and history of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries, constructions, geometric transformations, and selected topics from finite, fractal, affine, and projective geometries. Relation of these topics to secondary teaching. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MATH 355 . Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Even years Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MATH 487 - Special Topics in _______ Credits: 1–3 Consult the instructor in regard to the topic to be covered. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MATH 495 - Independent Study Credits: 1–3 Independent study of selected topics in mathematics to enable advanced students to pursue topics not offered in other scheduled courses. The student will study under the supervision of a mathematics professor whose prior approval is required. Ordinarily a minimum of three hours of study per week is expected for each credit. Grades are assigned on the basis of an instructor-selected procedure such as oral or written exams or reports. Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MATH 497 - Research in Mathematics Credits: 0–3 A research project in mathematics supervised by a faculty mentor. A minimum of 4 work hours per week is required for each credit earned and a minimum of 4 work hours per week is required for the zero-credit option. A written paper is required for both the zero-credit option and all other credit options. Students register for each semester of ongoing research. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Prerequisite(s): Approval of the instructor. Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MATH 530 - Topics in Teaching ______ Credits: 2,3 A. Algebra; B. Geometry; C. Analysis; D. Applications; Consult with department chair regarding availability in any given year. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MATH 540 - Topics in _______ Credits: 2,3 Consult with the instructor in regard to the topic to be covered. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Marketing
	MKTG 310 - Principles of Marketing Credits: 3 A general survey of the four major marketing areas using the underpinnings of Christian values and ethical principles in a dynamic, highly competitive, global economy. The course assesses marketing concepts, strategies, and tactics that create value for consumers and organizations through integrated production and distribution of goods. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced Term Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 320 - Consumer Behavior Credits: 3 An integration of the various disciplines in the behavioral sciences with marketing theory to understand, explain, and predict consumer decisions. Explores both the theoretical and practical implications of individual behavioral variables, group influences, and consumer decision processes. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: MKTG 310 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 325 - Marketing for Social Change Credits: 3 Examines social marketing to address social issues relating to health, environment, well-being, and community. Students consider the most effective ways to influence a target market to voluntarily accept, reject, modify, or abandon a behavior for the benefit of individuals, groups, or society as a whole. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MKTG 310 Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Alternate years (even) Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 335 - E-Marketing Credits: 3 E-marketing explores the emerging business models, rules, tactics, and strategies associated with the Internet and its impact on the elements of marketing. As marketers operate in an ever-changing online environment, students will acquire a foundational understanding of digital marketing channels and how successful marketing campaigns use content creation and sharing, analytics, and search engine optimization to optimize social media campaigns that engage their audience. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MKTG 310 Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Alternate years (odd) Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 368 - Integrated Marketing Communication Credits: 3 Focuses on the role of ethical planning and managing in integrated marketing communication systems within an organization. Explores the nature and types of promotion, including advertising, sales promotion, internet marketing and social media, public relations, direct marketing, and personal selling. Also discusses the steps in developing an advertising campaign and various measurements assessing advertising effectiveness. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MKTG 310 . Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 370 - Brand Management Credits: 3 Explores brand management and examines how profitable brand strategies are created for the purpose of identifying and filling customer needs. This course exposes students to the contemporary challenges of managing a product portfolio by formulating strategies for innovating, building, leveraging, and defending brand positions in today’s marketing environment. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MKTG 310 Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Alternate years (even) Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 440 - Marketing Management Credits: 3 An integrative capstone course for marketing majors. Emphasizes process by which marketing managers seek solutions to marketing problems and considers marketing opportunities. Field studies provide students with opportunities to apply knowledge gained in marketing course work to concrete situations. Assumes completion of majority of courses in marketing major. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MKTG 310 , MKTG 320 , MKTG 368 and MKTG 456 , or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 450 - Retailing Credits: 3 Designed to help students increase awareness of the retailing process, understand the changes in customer needs, demographics, and shopping behaviors, assess the emerging technologies which have a dramatic effect on retail operations, and analyze the strategic long-term plans which retailers are using for creating advantages in this rapidly changing environment. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: MKTG 310 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 456 - Marketing Research Credits: 3 Focuses on the systematic collection of business and marketing-related data to provide information to decision makers. Emphasis on translating management problems into research questions, developing a research design to address these questions, and analyzing research results with recommendations to management. Course Attribute: Service course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): STAT 285 , MKTG 310 . Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 465 - International Marketing Credits: 3 Marketing problems arising from various degrees of foreign involvement. Includes marketing research, project planning and development, pricing, promotion, distribution, and organization. Emphasis on management of these marketing functions in a multinational context where the parameters differ from those in domestic marketing. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MKTG 310 . Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 500 - Survey of Marketing Credits: 2 A general survey of the four major marketing areas using the underpinnings of Christian values and ethical principles in a dynamic, highly competitive, global economy. The course assesses marketing concepts, strategies, and tactics that create value for consumers and organizations through integrated production and distribution of goods. Not available for the MBA program. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 540 - Marketing Management in Not-for-Profit Organizations Credits: 3 Examines the meaning and role of marketing concepts and tools agencies, foundations, and churches. The role of activities such as marketing research, product development, pricing, advertising, publicity, personal selling, and marketing control are examined in the non-profit sector. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MKTG 680 - Strategic Marketing Management Credits: 3 Designed to help students think like a marketing strategistto recognize marketing problems, analytically evaluate possible alternatives, and creatively institute strategic solutions. Analysis of contemporary marketing problems, currently corporate marketing strategies and case analysis are used to achieve course objectives. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Medical Laboratory Science
	MLSC 105 - Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science Credits: 1 Lectures and/or demonstrations presented by each of the departmental faculty members covering the major disciplines in clinical laboratory science. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 1 lecture Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 110 - Medical Terminology Credits: 1 An in-depth study of medical terms and abbreviations relating to diseases, disorders and drugs. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 1 lecture Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 210 - Fundamentals of Hematology and Hemostasis Credits: 2 Introduces the production, maturation, function of normal blood cells and hemostasis. Selected routine manual hematology and hemostasis procedures are performed. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 3 lectures and 1 lab Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: BIOL 221 or BIOL 165 Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 230 - Fundamentals of Clinical Microbiology Credits: 3 Orientation to clinical microbiology; specimen selection, collection, and transport; microscopic evaluation; stains and sterilization techniques; media and incubation selections; identification of routine and non-routine microorganisms; susceptibility testing; automation and quality assurance. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 2 lectures and 2 labs Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): BIOL 221 OR BIOL 165 Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 240 - Fundamentals of Immunohematology Credits: 1 Introduces blood group systems, antibody screening, antibody identification, and compatibility testing. Selected routine procedures are performed. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 3 lectures and 1 lab Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: BIOL 221 Anatomy & Physiology I OR BIOL 165 Foundations of Biology Prerequisite/Corequisite: MLSC 320 strongly recommended, or concurrent enrollment, or permission of instructor Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 320 - Fundamentals of Immunology Credits: 3 Innate and acquired immune systems of the human organism; immunoglobulin production, structure, function, and diversity; antigen characteristics, variety, and specific red cell groups; tolerance and memory; complement structure and function; cell mediated immunity function and regulation; autoimmune disorders; transplantation and tumor immunology; immunodeficiency disorders; principles and procedures of techniques used in modern immunology lab. Note: Non-pre-med/pre-dent students transferring into the clinical program may apply this course toward biology credits. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: Fall - 3 lectures; Summer - Blended Learning Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): BIOL 165 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 350 - Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry Credits: 3 Clinical lab procedures, safety, application of statistical procedures in quality control, and principles of clinical laboratory instrumentation. Topics include carbohydrates, lipids, electrolytes, and hepatic function with selected pathologies. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 3 lectures and 1 lab Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 132 or permission of instructor Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 380 - Pathophysiology for Health Professions Credits: 3 Study of physiological changes and processes that occur during chronic and acute illnesses. Application of essential concepts of disease processes, such as inflammation, healing, and corresponding markers for disease detection, clinical intervention, monitoring, and prognosis. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 2 lectures Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): One of the following BIOL 100 , BIOL 221 , BIOL 222 , BIOL 165 , BIOL 166 , OR permission of the instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Term Offering: Spring College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 400 - Specimen Procurement and Processing Credits: 1 Review of anatomy and physiology of circulatory system pertaining to specimen collection. Clinical specimen collection and processing; point-of-care testing, professional ethics; phlebotomy practicum. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of the program director Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 401 - Clinical Year Seminar and Research Methodology Credits: 1 Introduction to educational methodology, multicultural communication, professionalism, medical laboratory sciences literature review, research design and practice. Attendance to all sessions is required. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director. Prerequisite/Corequisite: Permission of program director. Enrolled in Clinical Year Program. Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 405 - Clinical Year Seminar and Research Project Credits: 1 Introduction to team building, service outreach and professional development. Research in medical laboratory science under the direction of a departmental faculty member. Preparation and delivery of a written report and oral presentation on the research project. Attendance to all sessions is required. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 411 - Hematology Credits: 3 Cellular elements of the blood, their maturation, functions, and morphologies; abnormal and disease state hematologies; principles and procedures of routine and special hematology assay methodologies; correlation of patient conditions with results of hematology assay results. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 210 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 412 - Hemostasis Credits: 2 Hemostasis systems, their function, interaction, and monitoring; correlation of hemostasis assay results with various disorders; thrombosis and anticoagulant therapy; principles and procedures of routine and special hemostasis assays. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 411 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 413 - Clinical Hematology & Hemostasis Practicum Credits: 3 Professional health-care laboratory practicum; emphasis in patient-care application of hematology and hemostasis procedures. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 411 , MLSC 412 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 421 - Clinical Immunology, Virology and Molecular Diagnostics Credits: 2 Theory and application of immunologic/serologic and basic molecular techniques including detection, analyses and epidemiology. Emphasis on correlation of patient conditions with test results for viral and bacterial diseases and cancers. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 320 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 423 - Clinical Immunology, Virology, and Molecular Diagnostics Practicum Credits: 1 Professional health-care laboratory practicum: emphasizes patient-care applications of immunology, serology, virology and molecular techniques. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 421 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 431 - Clinical Bacteriology Credits: 4 Emphasis on specimen collection, culture, identification and clinical significance of bacterial pathogens. Simulated clinical practice for the separation of normal flora from pathogenic microorganisms encountered in various body sites including the study of antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 230 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 432 - Specialized Clinical Microbiology Credits: 2 Study of mycobacteria, fungi and parasites associated in human infections. Emphasis on specimen collection and preservation, acid-fast testing, culture and identification procedures. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 431 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab Term Offering: Spring College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 433 - Clinical Microbiology Practicum Credits: 4 Professional health-care laboratory practicum; emphasis in patient-care applications of bacteriology, mycology and parasitology. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 431 , MLSC 432 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 441 - Immunohematology Credits: 3 Blood grouping and typing; blood group systems; compatibility testing; antibody identification; quality control and quality assurance; donor recruitment and selection; component preparation; blood-banking records; grouping and compatibility problem solving; patient clinical state correlations. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 240 , MLSC 320 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 442 - Transfusion Medicine Credits: 2 In-depth study of immunohematology testing results, clinical patient manifestations, blood component therapy and blood product requirements. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 441 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 443 - Clinical Immunohematology Practicum Credits: 4 Professional health-care laboratory practicum; emphasis in patient-care applications of immunohematology. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 441 , MLSC 442 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 451 - Clinical Chemistry I Credits: 3 Theories, principles, and laboratory applications of Clinical Chemistry, with correlations with normal physiology, selected pathophysiological conditions. Analysis of relevant blood and body fluid constituents. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 350 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 452 - Clinical Chemistry II Credits: 3 A continuation of MLSC 451 Clinical Chemistry I. Correlations with normal physiology, pathophysiological conditions of organs and systems, and special Clinical Chemistry topics. Analysis of relevant blood and body fluid constituents. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 451 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 453 - Clinical Chemistry Practicum Credits: 3 Professional health-care laboratory practicum. Emphasis on patient-care applications in clinical chemistry. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 451 , MLSC 452 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 461 - Body Fluids Credits: 1 Analysis of various body fluids such as serous fluids, synovial fluids, amniotic fluid, and urine. Correlations with normal physiology and selected pathological conditions. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 451 and permission of the program director Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 463 - Body Fluids Practicum Credits: 1 Professional health-care laboratory practicum. Emphasis in patient-care applications of body fluids. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): MLSC 461 and permission of program director Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 475 - Laboratory Operations Credits: 2 Medical laboratory operations with emphasis on financial, operations, personnel, and quality management. Discussion of select topics such as quality assessment and problem solving, safety, laboratory mathematics, instrumentation, education and communication, laboratory information systems, and regulatory processes. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of the program director Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 478 - Medical Laboratory Science Study Tour Credits: 0 Travel to destinations relevant to individual programs of study. Classes will be selected from department(s) offerings. Fee may be required. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Blended Learning Special Approval: Instructor permission required. College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 483 - Comprehensive Review and Written Examination Credits: 1 A comprehensive review of medical laboratory science concepts and written examination practice to enhance readiness for the Board of Certification examination by the American Society for Clinical Pathology. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Director Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 490 - Topics in ___________ Credits: 1–4 An in-depth study of selected topics in the medical laboratory sciences. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 495 - Independent Project Credits: 1–4 Topics may be from areas relevant to clinical laboratory practice and must be approved by the Program director. Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 496 - Extended Clinical Practicum Credits: 1 A twelve-week professional health-care laboratory practicum. Emphasis in patient-care applications. Subject areas are to be coordinated with the Clinical Site Education Coordinator and the program director. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the 20-week clinical practica of the clinical-year program and permission of program director Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 500 - Foundations for Graduate Study in Medical Laboratory Science Credits: 1 Orientation designed for students to refine the skills needed for successful graduate work. Focus on academic and professional proficiencies such as critical thinking, principles of research, and scholarly writing. Written and oral presentation required. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of Graduate Program Director. Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 501 - Seminar in Medical Laboratory Science Credits: 1 Literature review of current laboratory science topics. A service-based activity addressing a relevant issue in laboratory science required. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of Graduate Program Director. Schedule Type: Seminar, Interactive Online College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 561 - Laboratory Management: Issues and Strategies Credits: 3 An overview of issues and strategies relevant to managing a medical laboratory. Topics include historic perspective of management; organizational structure; management responsibilities and functions; personnel resources; performance improvement; training and evaluation; safety regulations and health compliance; financial matters such as cost/benefit analysis, budgeting, and reimbursement; record keeping and data management; information systems; marketing; and ethics. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of Graduate Program Director. Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 562 - Issues in Laboratory Regulations and Practice Credits: 3 Clinical laboratories are increasingly regulated by state, federal and other agencies. Applicable regulations will be examined and their impact on laboratory operations evaluated. A selected number of laboratory quality assurance procedures, as specified by CLIA ‘88 regulations, will be performed in the laboratory. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Statistics and permission of Graduate Program Director. Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 580 - Pathophysiology for Health Professions Credits: 2 Study and application of advanced pathophysiological concepts occurring in acute and chronic manifestations of frequent and rare disorders/conditions such as porphyria, intrahepatic, cholestasis, and inborn errors of metabolism. Analysis of epidemiology risk factors, etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations and diagnostic tests for selected illnesses across the lifespan. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of Graduate Program Director Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Term Offering: Spring College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 585 - Applied Studies in Medical Laboratory Science Credits: 5 Designed in consultation with and coordinated by the area specialty advisor. A proposal, cumulative report, presentation and defense required. Clinical placement depends on clinical site availability. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Certification and/or licensure as a Medical Laboratory Scientist and permission of Graduate Program Director. Schedule Type: Lab, Interactive Online College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 595 - Independent Study/Readings/Research Project Credits: 1–4 Topics may be from immunology, immunohematology, clinical chemistry, hematology, microbiology and other areas of patient-care science, clinical laboratory science education, management, or applications specially relevant to clinical laboratories. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of Graduate Program Director. Repeatable: Repeatable up to 4 credits with different topics Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 611 - Molecular Diagnostics in Health and Disease I Credits: 3 Biomolecular foundations for clinical applications in molecular pathology, with emphasis on disorders of genetic origin, protein structure, and function. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of Graduate Program Director. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 612 - Molecular Diagnostics in Health and Disease II Credits: 3 Clinical applications in molecular pathology with focus on disorders associated with the cell membrane structures, receptors, signaling, and origin of malignancies. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of Graduate Program Director. Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 621 - Laboratory Applications of Molecular Pathology Credits: 2 Operation of molecular laboratory equipment; extraction, hybridization, and quantification (or quantitation) of nucleic acids. Clinical applications of electrophoresis, nucleic acid amplification, sequencing, and detection techniques. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of Graduate Program Coordinator. Schedule Type: Lab College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 646 - Integration of Spirituality in Health Care Credits: 2,3 A discussion of spiritual values from a Christian perspective, how faith and Spirituality facilitates the healing process, and how they can be incorporated into patient care. Attention will be given to discerning and addressing the Spiritual needs of patients/clients, family members, and ancillary medical staff in a professional environment. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 650 - Project Continuation Credits: 0 Students may register for this course while clearing deferred grade (DG) and/or incomplete (I) courses with approval only. Registration for this course indicates full-time status. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent Special Approval: Program Director Permission Required College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 655 - Program Continuation Credits: 0 Students may register for this non-credit continuation course to maintain active status. For additional information on active status, please refer to the School of Graduate Studies & Research. Registration does not indicate full-time status. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 678 - Medical Laboratory Science Study Tour Credits: 0 Travel to destinations relevant to individual programs of study. Classes will be selected from department(s) offerings. Fee may be required. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Blended Learning College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MLSC 690 - Topics: ________ Credits: 1–4 An in-depth study of selected topics in medical laboratory sciences. Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Graduate Program Director Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	PBTC 300 - Clinical Specimen Collection and Processing Credits: 2 Review of anatomy and physiology of circulatory system pertaining to specimen collection. Study of clinical specimen collection techniques, specimen processing and handling, and laboratory operations for phlebotomy. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): One of the following BIOL 100 , BIOL 221 , BIOL 222 , BIOL 165 , BIOL 166 , and permission of the instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab Term Offering: Spring College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	PBTC 303 - Clinical Specimen Collection and Processing Practicum Credits: 3 Professional phlebotomy practicum that involves contact with various patient types, in a variety of clinical scenarios that includes inpatient and outpatient settings. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): PBTC 300 or permission of the instructor Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CHHS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
World Mission
	MSSN 505 - Christian Responses to Human Needs Credits: 2,3 Explores biblical models, historical examples, and development paradigms for Christian involvement in incarnational ministries. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 525 - Mission to the World Credits: 2,3 A broad introduction to Christian world missions. Includes aspects of mission history, the theological foundations of mission, intercultural perspectives of mission service, contemporary theoretical thought about missions, and basic relationships to other faiths. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 546 - Mission in Cultural and Religious Context Credits: 3 Explores missiological principles with an emphasis on the cultural and religious context, and the development of cultural sensitivity and cross-cultural communication skills for Christian witness. Required of all MDiv students. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 561 - Christian Witness and World Religions Credits: 3 Study of the history, writings, beliefs and practices in world religions such as Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism and the development of effective strategies for Christian witness. Required of all MDiv students. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 584 - Preparation for Cross-Cultural Workers Credits: 2–4 An orientation for cross-cultural workers that aims to (1) create an awareness of the actual context of mission today; (2) prepare missionaries to meet this situation; and (3) shape attitudes that are indispensable for fruitful cross-cultural mission service. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 610 - Theology of Mission Credits: 3 The biblical foundation of mission, its essence, goals, motives, and the role of the church in mission. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MSSN 546 and MSSN 561 . Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 615 - Anthropology for Mission and Ministry Credits: 2,3 The fundamentals of culture, worldview, social structure, group organization, and social change studied as a basis for intercultural understanding and communication. Attention given to issues which constitute challenges and opportunities to cross-cultural workers. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 618 - Mission to the Cities Credits: 3 Examines some of the most pressing elements and topics involved in urban mission: history and issues in urbanization, reasons for urban growth, understanding and navigating the urban context, biblical and theological foundations for urban mission, incarnational ministries, investigation of urban mission models, Ellen G. White and mission to the cities. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 630 - Cross-Cultural Leadership Development Credits: 2,3 A study of leadership emergence, selection, and training in missionary churches with particular attention paid to strategic issues of various training models and the relationship between formal, informal, and non-formal leadership development. Identical to CHMN630. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MSSN 546 and MSSN 561 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 635 - Contemporary Issues in Mission Credits: 2,3 Current issues in mission and the way they affect the church’s outreach in the world. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MSSN 546 and MSSN 561 . Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 640 - Advanced Mission Studies Credits: 3 Study of advanced missiological principles and their application. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MSSN 546 and MSSN 561 . Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 650 - Introduction to a World Religion Credits: 2,3 An introduction to the history, beliefs, writings, personalities and current developments in religions such as Islam, Judaism, Hinduism and Buddhism. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MSSN 546 and MSSN 561 . Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 652 - Biblical and Qur’anic Studies Credits: 2,3 The study of the Bible and the Qur’an and other Adventist and Muslim sources of faith such as the Spirit of Prophecy, the Hadith, and Islamic tafsir, with a view to leading a Muslim to faith in Islamic contexts. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 653 - Islamic Culture and Society Credits: 3 The study of Islamic social systems and practices and their implications for mission. Topics include morals and ideals, family life, festivals, religious life and practice, shar’iah law, and female spirituality. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 660 - Witnessing to People of Another Religion Credits: 2,3 Development and evaluation of various forms of Christian witness among the peoples of other religions such as Muslims, Jews, Hindus, and Buddhists. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite for MDiv students: MSSN 546 and MSSN 561 . Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 676 - History of Christian Mission Credits: 2,3 History of the expansion of the Christian church, from the first century until the present. At the discretion of the Department of Church History, this course may fulfill a Church History elective requirement. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MSSN 546 and MSSN 561 . Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 685 - Strategies for World Mission Credits: 2,3 A concentrated study of mission theory and strategy, cultural perspectives of mission service, and basic principles of church growth. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 690 - Independent Study Credits: 1–3 Individual research on a selected problem in the theory, history, or practice of mission. See general guidelines under Academic Information. Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 695 - Topics ______________ Credits: 1–6 On themes by preapproval from the student’s program director and the teacher. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 731 - Cultural and Religious Analysis—I Credits: 4 Using the tools of cultural, social, anthropological, and religious analysis, the specific context and challenges of mission will be analyzed and described in depth as a basis for ministry. The course content will be shaped to fit the local situation. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 732 - Cultural and Religious Analysis—II Credits: 4 Using the tools of cultural, social, anthropological, and religious analysis, the specific context and challenges of mission will be analyzed and described in depth as a basis for ministry. The course content will be shaped to fit the local situation. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 741 - Mission Strategy Development I Credits: 4 Study of contemporary strategies of mission as a framework and foundation for the development and practice of a ministry plan within specific contexts. The role of leadership in this process is highlighted. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MSSN 731 , MSSN 732 . Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 742 - Mission Strategy Development II Credits: 4 Study of contemporary strategies of mission as a framework and foundation for the development and practice of a ministry plan within specific contexts. The role of leadership in this process is highlighted. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MSSN 731 , MSSN 732 . Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 795 - Topics in ___________ (Emphasis) Credits: 1–4 Topics courses that address specific areas of knowledge, skills, and research needed for an advanced professional in mission in the cohort’s specific concentration. Topics will include foundational concepts needed for the cohort’s concentration, such as historical and contemporary mission, cultural studies, and worldviews. Research applicable to the people group or mission concentration will be included. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 805 - Current Issues in Mission Credits: 3,4 A study of contemporary issues in mission and the way they affect the church’s outreach in the world. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 806 - Biblical, Theological, & Spiritual Foundations of Mission Credits: 5,6 A foundational course that seeks to deepen self-understanding of the attributes one brings to mission and strengthen the biblical spirituality essential for mission. The biblical and theological foundations of mission are explored, including the theology of culture and religions. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 810 - Seminar in ____________ (Emphasis) Credits: 1–6 This seminar will address specific issues beyond the core mission courses that are appropriate to the cohort concentration, allowing students to apply biblical, theology, and missiological concepts to issues in mission from their context. Research applicable to the people group or mission emphasis will be included. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MSSN 820 - The Church and Social Issues Credits: 3 This course not only looks at social issues but also helps students learn the skills needed to investigate, understand, and develop a Christian response to a particular social issue. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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