Natural Science Division Electives

BIOL 303 NUTRITION SCIENCE

A study of the dietary and physiologic aspects of nutrition, detailing the importance of each nutrient to body function and to proper dietary health. The course also involves a brief survey of the anatomy and physiology of the digestive system. Prerequisites: BIOL 101 and 103, BIOL 111 and 113, BIOL 121 and 123, or BIOL 203 and 201.

Three Hours, Fall, Spring

PHYS 383 METEOROLOGY

This is an introductory course in the study of the atmosphere. It will include topics on solar radiation, temperature, humidity, precipitation, winds, weather patterns, severe weather, and weather forecasting. The student will gain a basic understanding of what causes the various weather situations and an insight into how to forecast the weather. This course will satisfy three of the six hours of additional math or science required for the Bachelor of Science degree. Prerequisites: MATH 113 and PHYS 103 and 101 or CHEM 113 and 111, or equivalent courses.

Three Hours, Spring, Summer

 PHYS 363 ASTRONOMY

An introduction to the study of stars, galaxies, comets, telescopes, the solar system, and the methods that are used to study them. Several nighttime observations will also be made by the students. This course will satisfy three of the six hours of additional math or science required for the Bachelor of Science degree. Prerequisites: MATH 113 and PHYS 103 and 101 or CHEM 113 and 111, or equivalent courses.

Three Hours, Spring, Summer

 IDST 313 HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

This course is designed for the prospective science teacher. It focuses on the development of science and technology through historical time and will emphasize the way in which the scientific method has been used or ignored during various historical eras. Topics will include ethical issues, environmental issues, the role of education in responsible decision-making, and the development of a Christian context for the philosophy of science. This course carries upper division elective credit in Biology, Chemistry, History, or philosophy. Prerequisite(s): The completion of the general education Biology or Chemistry requirement, plus a course in History, and one in philosophy, or consent of the instructor.

Three Hours, Summer

 Social & Behavioral Science Division Electives

PSYC 363 COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY

Cognitive psychology is the study of mental processes, including memory, attention, learning, language, processing, problem-solving, reasoning, and decision-making. This course also emphasizes the major theories in cognitive psychology, along with current research findings in the field. Special emphasis is placed on the vast amount of research on Alzheimer?s Disease. Prerequisite: PSYC 133.

Three hours, Spring 

 PSYC 353 INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY

This course explores topics related to understanding, predicting, and managing human behavior within organizations, examining the relationship between employees and managers, and employees and teams. It explores the factors which influence productivity and success within organizations, including motivation, diversity, work stress, conflict and negotiation, decision making, personality, and attitudes. Methodologies such job analysis and competency modeling, recruitment, selection and validation, performance management, and training and development will be covered.

Three hours, Spring Odd Years              

PSYC 313 HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

This course is a study of normal human development from infancy through childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, maturity, and old age, emphasizing significant physical, mental, emotional, social, and personality changes during these progressive phases of the development process. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 133.

Three Hours, Fall, Spring, Summer 

EDPS 383 PSYCHOLOGY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING

This course is designed to study principles, models, theories, teaching procedures, and practical methods of instruction and assessment that apply to everyday problems in education addressing the many needs of diverse learners. The study will emphasize the educational implications and application of research on child development, cognitive science, motivation, learning, and teaching. Prerequisite: PSYC 133.

Three Hours, Fall, Spring 

EDPS 453/553 THE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD

This course stresses the study and identification of the physical, psychological, social, and educational needs of special needs children. Attention is given to differences in growth and development of individual children as well as group differences, in addition to appropriate modifications of the educational process. This course will also explore cultural and linguistic diversity and the needs of gifted and talented students. Prerequisites: PSYC 133 and PSYC 313, PSYC 333, or PSYC 343 for all students except those majoring in Music Education. Prerequisite for Music Education majors: PSYC 133 and MUED 313. Open to teachers, or prospective teachers, and Psychology or Behavioral Science majors. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.

Three Hours, Fall, Spring, Summer 

 HIST 303 INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY OF HISTORY

Through lectures, discussions, readings, and writing assignments, this course introduces history majors and other interested upper-level students to the discipline of historical study. Topics covered include: historical interpretation and education from ancient times to the present, with special attention to leading historians and trends since the professionalization of history in the late nineteenth century; influential philosophies of history, historical methodology; historical epistemology; historical periodization; mechanics of quality historical research and writing; relevant library resources; history research fellowships and internships; ethical and professional standards for historians; careers for history majors (including options and insights for students who may wish to go on to graduate training in the field); history course offerings available through this university; and local universities with which this university has special tuition and course-transfer agreements; and an introduction to the community of history students and history faculty at Missouri Baptist University. Prerequisite(s): HIST 113, HIST 123, HIST 213, HIST 223, or consent of instructor.

Three Hours, Fall 

 Fine Arts & Humanities Division Electives

ENGL 433 BUSINESS WRITING

This course will help students improve writing skills while learning the basic forms and conventions of business writing and correspondence. Assignments, including the use of electronic communication technologies, will emphasize the following: e-mail, memos and letters (information, persuasion, and positive or negative news); resume and cover letter; short report, brochure or newsletter; proposal; and presentation. Prerequisite: ENGL 123 and Junior Standing.

Three Hours, Fall, Spring 

 ENGL 463/563 MULTICULTURAL LITERATURE

This course examines selected writings by representative American authors of racial and ethic minority, including Native Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Asian Americans. Among the authors to be examined are Frederick Douglass, Richard Wright, Carlos Bulosan, Maya Angelou, Toni Morrison, N. Scott Momaday, Maxine Hong Kingston, William Least Heat Moon, Richard Rodriguez, Denise Ch?vez, Leslie Marmon Silko, Amy Tan, and Louise Erdrich. Emphasis is on genre, theme, style, and aesthetics as well as on the political, historical, cultural, and intellectual context of multicultural literature in the United States. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements. Undergraduate prerequisite: ENGL 203 or consent of instructor.

Three Hours, Spring, Even Years 

 Upper Division Electives

BUSN 303 BUSINESS ETHICS

This course will involve the analysis of ethical issues impacting contemporary business leaders today. Topics covered include key terminology, the external environment surrounding the firm, the corporation and its stakeholders, business/government relationships, public policy issues, and the people who are affected. The framework in which business and social policies are established will also be a focus of this course. Case study analysis and experiential exercises will be utilized to examine and dissect ethical dilemmas.

Three Hours, Fall, Summer 

 BUSN 333 LEADERSHIP IN FREE ENTERPRISE

This course will examine leadership styles and theory while providing students with the opportunity to develop leadership skills through an experiential learning environment while practicing the principles of free enterprise. Students will develop educational projects, business ventures, and community activities and events along with local business and community organizations to enhance their understanding of the role of leadership and free enterprise in a global environment.

Three Hours, Spring 

HCMG 303 INTRODUCTION TO HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS

This course will provide students with an overview of healthcare systems, including hospitals, medical practices, insurers, government entities, ancillary firms and concerns, and comparative systems in other countries. Organization, stakeholders, various business components, and health policy institutions will be identified and explored. Focus will be given to the quality of care, structure of the delivery system, and the drivers of cost and growth. In addition, principles of management and leadership as the foundations for the administration of healthcare products and service delivery are introduced.

Three hours, Fall

MRKT 313 INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING

This course is the introduction to the concept of marketing and its application to domestic and foreign markets, and to consumer, producer, institutional, and service markets. Analysis of marketing mix, including product, price, promotion/advertising, and distribution policies. Overview of career opportunities in the field of marketing.

Three Hours, Fall, Spring                                                                

 MGMT 303 MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS AND PRACTICES

This course is designed to establish a foundation of the key issues and decision-making tools needed to develop managers. The topics covered include the areas of firm planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Exercises will require students to develop solutions to management problems, identifying necessary change, discovering new opportunities, and following through on the implementation of the solutions.

Three Hours, Fall 

 IDST 483 Liberal Arts Seminar

This course, designed to serve as a capstone class for the Liberal Arts major, will synthesize concepts and knowledge gleaned from courses completed as part of the major.

Three Hours, Spring