REL

The Old Testament from a historical, critical perspective; life and faith in the context of biblical revelation.

Subject

REL

Credits (min)

5

Credits (max)

5

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

www.montgomery.edu

The New Testament from a historical, critical approach; the Gospels; the letters of Paul and the General Epistles as a basis for understanding the life and teachings of Jesus· the beliefs and practices of the early church. ' 87

Subject

REL

Credits (min)

5

Credits (max)

5

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

www.montgomery.edu

A survey of the great religions of the wor1d·and their interrelationships. Religions . covered are Christianity, Jslam, iudiasm,, Buddhism, Hinduism, and'confucianlsm.' · Prerequi.slte: None ,. T-SOC 104 FAMILY: ACROSS-CULTURE SURVt:Y 3 0 3 This course Is a study of the family as a s9cial unit, } with focus on family composition. in different cultures.. Historical patterns an.ct the evaluation of family roles in various cultures provide oppor- tunities to analyze and interpret the Influence of the culture ar\.d the family In relation to the larger · society. T-SOC 105 MARRIAGEANDTHEFAMILY 3 0 3 This course examines the dynamics of modern rnarriage, training students to use the em- pathetic point of view. Issues such as mate selec- tion, sexuality, social pressures on couples, ·and inter-generational relationships are considered. PrerequlSlte: None SOCIOLOGYOFTHEFAMILY 3 0 3 soc 105 critical examination of the various ways of study- ing the family with particular attention to chlinge and interrelationships with other Institutions. soc 107 INFLUENCESOFTHEMASSMEDIA 5 0 5 This ·course Is designed to make the student aware of the effects of the mass. media on the In- dividual and society. Students will explore techni· ques of persuasion used In newspapers, magazines, television and radio. Topics to be covered include: content and slant of newspaper, content and advertising techniques in magazines, ·advertising In television, quality of television pro- gramming, and trer\cts In filming. 39 T·SOC 108 CURRENT SOCIAL PROBLEMS 3 0 3 In today's ever changing society many problems are existent. some are relatively new, and others are as old as man himself. This course allows the student to be acquainted with the cause and ef- . fect relationship of some of the significant social .. problems today. SOC 108 . SOCIAL PROBLEMS 5 0 5 An examination of the nature, process, and conse- quences of various problems <drug abu~e. criminal behavior, alcoholism, poverty, etc.> with consideration of their control of contemporary life. T-SOC 109 RURAL AND URBAN COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION . A study.of the regions of a geographic area with a concentration in the particular problems which are existent in a particular area. SPH 105 EFFECTIVE SPEAKING 5 0 5 A study of the principles of oral communication emphasizing interpersonal, small-group, and public speaking with practice in composition and delivery of speeches. 40

Subject

REL

Credits (min)

5

Credits (max)

5

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

www.montgomery.edu

Prerequisite

None None . None None . None None None

This course introduces the world's major religious traditions. Topics include Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Classroom Hours (3.00)

Subject

REL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

www.montgomery.edu

This course introduces the major Asian religious traditions. Topics include Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shinto. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied. Classroom Hours (3.00).

Subject

REL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

www.montgomery.edu

This course introduces the major western religious traditions. Topics include Zoroastrianism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. Classroom Hours (3.00).

Subject

REL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

www.montgomery.edu

This course is a survey of the literature of the Hebrews with readings from the law, prophets, and other writings. Emphasis is placed on the use of literary, historical, archeological, and cultural analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and understand Old Testament literature. This course has been approved for transfer under the 320

Subject

REL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

www.montgomery.edu

This course is a survey of the literature of first-century Christianity with readings from the gospels, Acts, and the Pauline and pastoral letters. Topics include the literary structure, audience, and religious perspective of the writings, as well as the historical and cultural context of the early Christian community. Upon completion, students should be able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and understand New Testament literature. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Classroom Hours (3.00)

Subject

REL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

www.montgomery.edu

This course is an examination of religious beliefs and practice in the United States. Emphasis is placed on mainstream religious traditions and non-traditional religious movements from the Colonial period to the present. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and appreciate the diversity of religious traditions in America. Classroom Hours (3.00).

Subject

REL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

www.montgomery.edu