College of Arts & Sciences
Summer School 2008 Course Descriptions
General Studies
GES311K • Forensics: The Science of Crime—3 credits
An introduction to the roles that biology, chemistry, physics, and psychology play in criminal investigations. Discovery, identification, and comparison of physical evidence using various current techniques. Discussion of the processes and limitations of scientific knowledge. Prerequisites: Laboratory Science (D) course; Mathematics (M) course. Fee: $20.
GES328K • Nutrition: The Total Diet—3 credits
An investigation of the interaction occurring between the science of proper nutrition; the realistic/non-realistic values of weight control and management imaged through the media; and the proper, ethical, and perhaps limited use of technology observed with nutrient substitutes and drug therapies. Prerequisites: Laboratory Science (D) course; Mathematics (M) course.
GES338K • Great Controversies in Science and Technology—3 credits
Overview of great scientific controversies past and present. Topics include: science versus religion, age of the earth, evolution and creation, global warming, and energy issues. Relationships between science and society with particular emphasis on discerning the difference between scientific results, popular consensus, and societal pressures. Prerequisites: Laboratory Science (D) course; Mathematics (M) course.
GES410P • Family Life Cycle—3 credits
Study of the stages in the family life cycle, with attention to the factors that cause the family unit to separate during the cycle. Special emphasis on studying one’s own family of origin in light of both Scripture and society’s messages about what family should be. Opportunity to consider preparation for one’s own future family development. Prerequisites: Senior standing; GES110 College Writing or GES245 Western Humanity in Christian Perspective III; Nature of Persons (N) course; THE201 Christian Theology; Comparative Systems (G) course.
GES421P • Social Justice and Christian Responsibility—3 credits
Attempt to understand selected themes of social justice in the United States and the global community. Examines viewpoints of different groups of Christians with issues such as the market economy and business, the positive and negative consequences of international trade, the debate about the fairness of public policies in the United States and the global community. Explores possible actions of concerned and compassionate Christians in collaboration with others to address problems of social injustice. Prerequisites: Senior standing; GES110 College Writing or GES245 Western Humanity in Christian Perspective III; Nature of Persons (N) course; THE201 Christian Theology; Comparative Systems (G) course.
GES428P • Theology of Suffering—3 credits
An examination of biblical and contemporary Judeo-Christian understandings of loss, illness, suffering, and death. Exploration of varieties of human sufferings, biblical perspectives on suffering and death, and contemporary religious views on the meaning of life, death, and suffering. Student identifies human sufferings and creates own theology of suffering. Prerequisites: Senior standing; GES110 College Writing or GES245 Western Humanity in Christian Perspective III; Nature of Persons (N) course; THE201 Christian Theology; Comparative Systems (G) course.
GES444P • Christians and Conflict—3 credits
Examination of how we are called as Christians to respond to interpersonal conflicts that continually exist in our lives. Emphasis on analyzing many different types of interpersonal conflicts, which include conflicts in friendships, marriages, parent/child relationships, workplaces, and churches. Analyzes conflict as it is portrayed in the media, including conflicts that are currently making headlines in the news. Prerequisites: Senior standing; GES110 College Writing or GES245 Western Humanity in Christian Perspective III; Nature of Persons (N) course; THE201 Christian Theology; Comparative Systems (G) course.
GES453P • Ethics and Faith in the Workplace—3 credits
Practical application of what it takes to function as a Christian in today’s workplace. Emphasis on the transition from college to a professional environment, focusing on personal maturity, workplace ethics, and lifelong Christian growth and service. Prerequisites: Senior standing; GES110 College Writing or GES245 Western Humanity in Christian Perspective III; Nature of Persons (N) course; THE201 Christian Theology; Comparative Systems (G) course. Offered partially online.
Art
ART100A • Two-Dimensional Design—3 credits
Principles of two-dimensional design for an understanding of its nature and expressive possibilities, with the opportunity to develop a creative approach in working with its elements. Fee: $50.
ART212 • Graphic Design—4 credits
Graphic design, typography, communication, layout, and techniques related to printing. Prerequisite: ART100A Two-Dimensional Design or ART103A Drawing or consent of instructor. Fee: $ 50.
Biblical And Theological Studies
BIB304J • Messianic Concepts—3 credits
Development of such terms as “Son of Man,” “Son of God,” and “Messiah” is traced from origins in Old Testament texts of poetry and prophecy to New Testament fulfillment in the Gospels and Epistles. Prerequisite: BIB101 Introduction to the Bible.
Biological Sciences
BIO409 • Advanced Human Gross Anatomy—4 credits
For the undergraduate pre-health professions student. A regional approach to the study of anatomy through the supervised and directed student dissection of human cadavers. Identification of detailed structures and understanding their significance to the body. Prerequisite: One course in biology involving some dissection; consent of instructor, Timothy Shaw (651-638-6160); Lab Fee $200.
Business And Economics
BUS481 • Internship in Business—3-4 credits
A learning/practicing experience to apply understanding and skills in an off-campus professional setting. Prerequisites: Major or minor within the business and economics department; consent of department. Grading: S/U.
ECO201 • Basic Economics—4 credits
Economic reasoning and concepts. Includes an examination of the role of a price system in allocating resources and income, government policies for dealing with unemployment and inflation, and moral questions raised by the free enterprise system. Note: Students may not receive credit for both ECO200 Economics of Public Policy Analysis and ECO201. Prerequisite for business majors: BUS100M Business Calculus or BUS130 Business Problem Solving.
Communication Studies
COM213 • Media Communication—3 credits
An overview of mass media industries, including print, broadcast, cable, film, and the internet. Survey of media history, functions, and impacts on society. Offered online.
COM310K • Communication, Technology, and Society—3 credits
An examination of the impact communication technology has on communication and society. Evaluation and exploration of technologies such as digital media, the internet, email, chat rooms, and other emerging technologies. Analysis of the ethical and spiritual implications and applications of these technologies. Prerequisites: Laboratory Science (D) course, Mathematics (M) course.
COM314G • Gender Communication—3 credits
Examination of the force of rhetoric on historical and social movements since 1800. Concentrates on movements that cross gender lines and impact modern men and women. Studies religious revivals and Christian action groups as related to the sweep of history. Considers gender differences and similarities, verbal and nonverbal. Prerequisite: GES130 Christianity and Western Culture or GES145, 146 Western Humanity in Christian Perspective I and II, Contemporary Western Life and Thought (L) course or GES245 Western Humanity in Christian Perspective III, World Cultures (U) course. Offered online.
COM374 • Broadcast Production—3 credits
An advanced media production course that provides an in-depth understanding of audience analysis; news and sports programming; advanced multi-camera; live production; and field news reporting. Implementation of new digital technologies and production techniques for webcasting are included. Prerequisite: COM272A Introduction to Media Production. Fee: $75.
Education
EDU489 • Student Teaching in Preprimary—5 credits
Observation and student teaching at preprimary level at one of Bethel’s child development centers. Includes participation in a seminar that meets regularly. Prerequisite: admission to student teaching, consent of instructor, 2.50 GPA. Fee: $20. Grading: S/U.
English
ENW202A • Fiction Writing—4 credits
Practice in modern narrative techniques. Emphasis on writing and peer criticism of short fiction. Fee: $10.
History
HIS230L • World War I—3 credits
An in-depth look at the shock that engulfed the Western world with World War I – from the turn of the century, through the initial welcome of “cleansing” annihilation in 1914, to bleak 20th century disillusionment. World War I songs, essays, and artwork carefully examined as hands-on artifacts of this period. Prerequisite: GES130 Christianity and Western Culture or GES145, 146 Western Humanity in Christian Perspective I and II.
Mathematics and Computer Science
MAT202M • Math for Elementary Education 2—3 credits
Problem-solving and reasoning strategies; concepts, operations, and applications of decimals, percents, and irrational numbers; data analysis, statistics, and probability; concepts and applications of two- and three-dimensional geometry and measurement. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MAT201M Mathematics of Elementary Education 1. MAT202M may not be used to fulfill the requirements for a major or minor in mathematics. If you have not fulfilled the MAT201 prerequisite for this course, you may still be eligible to enroll. Please contact the instructor for further information. sbrown@bethel.edu
Philosophy
PHI110N • Society and Morality—3 credits
A moral analysis of abortion, euthanasia, capital punishment, sexual morality, and self-interest. Ethical approaches of Plato, Hobbes, Butler, Bentham, Mill, Ross, Rawls, and Kant. Development of principles of love and justice, and the role of a Christian in society. Emphasis on moral decision making.
Psychology
PSY100 • Introduction to Psychology—3 credits
Methods, theories, and principal findings of psychological investigation.
PSY105N • Personal Wholeness in Relating to Self, Others, and God—3 credits
Nature and process of growth in persons. Personal wholeness in relationship with self, others, and God is explored from various spiritual and psychological perspectives. Emphasis is placed on personal application of course material to promote greater self-awareness and ability to live out healthy choices regarding areas explored in course.
PSY305G • Personality—3 credits
Personality theories understood as the worldview of individuals living in certain times and places. Both classical Western theories and non-Western views. Prerequisite: PSY100 Introduction to Psychology. Offered online.
PSY493 • Psychology Internship and Seminar—4 credits
A professionally supervised, applied learning experience in the work world. The senior internship includes a seminar component in which students meet regularly on campus with the Bethel faculty supervisor. This structured classroom experience will facilitate students’ processing of their internship experiences and offer a forum for discussion of internship-related issues. Prerequisites: Psychology major; senior standing; and minimum 2.25 GPA in psychology courses, 2.0 cumulative. Grading: S/U.