25 courses with the subject IS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
IS 102Foundations of Faith and Learning 2 Concepts3
BB 101 Survey of Old Testament 3 BB 102 Survey of New Testament 3 EN 101 English Composition 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 CH 101 General Chemistry I 4 CH 102 General Chemistry II 4 BL 103 Advanced Survey of Biological BL 104 Advanced Survey of Biological Prin. I Prin. II 16 17
This course is designed to facilitate student transition to college by introducing and examining the relationship between faith and learning in light of the College’s mission, and strengthening academic-related skills, behaviors, and engagement with resources associated with learning and student success. Topics will include the value and role of a Christian liberal arts education, study skills and techniques such as goal setting, test- taking, reading, note-taking, time management, and motivation. Other topics may include strengths development, vocation and career readiness, and academic resilience. (This course is required of students admitted conditionally. Concurrent enrollment in IS 102 is required.)
This seminar style course is designed to assist new transfer students with their transition to Montreat College. The course will help to support transfer students through an exploration of individual and group learning strategies. Topics include: the value and role of Christian higher education, basic biblical worldview concepts, the purpose and distinctiveness of the Montreat College academic community, and how faith informs and expresses itself in life. This course is required in the first semester enrolled at Montreat College for all transfer students entering the College with more than 12 college transfer credits (Offered every semester.)
A survey of the development and characteristics of common worldviews, including comparing and contrasting the Christian worldview with popular secular worldviews. Humanities credit. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
Selected academic topics—biblical, business, historical, linguistics, literary, mathematics, and science—with emphasis on their relationship to physical and cultural settings. Residence abroad. Normally offered during breaks and summer sessions. (Offered by department discretion.)
IS 280Special Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies (Lower-Level)1-3
This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at a lower-level of study (appropriate for freshmen or sophomore academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.)
This interdisciplinary course will explore various approaches to the issues surrounding the origins debate. Current theories of origins will be presented and then explored from a variety of world views with special attention to Christian theism. Methods of biblical interpretation will also be explored as they relate to understanding origins as expressed in the Bible. The students will have the opportunity to consider several ways that 313
The purpose of this course is to prepare students for the practicum/ internship experience. Topics included are internship selection, making the most of the internship, resume building, and facing internship challenges. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
The purpose of this course is to prepare students for the practicum/internship experience. Topics included are internship selection, making the most of the internship, resume building, and facing internship challenges.
The purpose of this course is to prepare students for the practicum/ internship experience. Topics included are internship selection, making the most of the internship, resume building, and facing internship challenges. (Elective) (5 weeks,
A supervised learning experience that provides one with initial exposure to relevant professional activities. Supervision of the practicum is a shared responsibility between the faculty advisor and on-site supervisor. This course may be repeated; a maximum of three hours may be used to satisfy degree requirements. Pre-requisite: IS 310, permission of the student’s advisor and the BRIS department chair or designee. (Offered by department discretion.)
Subject
IS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Repeatable
may be repeated; a maximum of three hours may be used to satisfy degree requirements.
This course allows leadership minor students to apply the theories learned during specified leadership courses in an active leadership role. Students may serve in a variety of leadership positions in college-approved organizations (such as SGA, SCA, or FCA) as resident assistants, or as captains of varsity athletic teams. The position is for a minimum of one year. Each student must recruit a voluntary advisor within his or her discipline who will serve as counselor and evaluator of the student’s leadership performance. Students are required to keep a journal of activities during the term, including lessons learned. Each student prepares, with the approval of the advisor, an evaluation form to include a mission statement, objectives and goals, performance measures, corrective actions, and outcomes. Prerequisite: IS 310, twelve hours of coursework in the theoretical and applied leadership minor. (Offered by department discretion.)
An intensive, quality, structured learning opportunity that immerses students in appropriate professional contexts. Supervision of the internship is a shared responsibility between the faculty advisor and on-site supervisor. This course may be repeated; a maximum of six hours may be used to satisfy degree requirements. Pre- chair or designee. (Offered by department discretion.)
Subject
IS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Repeatable
may be repeated; a maximum of six hours may be used to satisfy degree requirements.
IS 310, junior status, permission of the student’s advisor and department
IS 451Council for Christian Colleges and Universities Internships1-6
In cooperation with the council, students may participate in internships through approved CCCU study programs in the U.S. and abroad. Students will be placed in appropriate studies-related work situations. Pre-requisite: Permission of the Academic Affairs office. See “Special Programs” for more information. (Offered by department discretion.)
IS 460Council for Christian Colleges and Universities Seminars6-8
In cooperation with the council, students examine selected topics relevant to the approved CCCU study programs in the U.S. and abroad. Pre-requisite: Permission of the Vice President for Academic Affairs & Dean of the College. See “Special Programs” for more information. (Offered by department discretion.)
A course designed to help students define their personal Christian philosophy of life by integrating faith and learning. Students are challenged to explore their Christian calling and to consider ways in which they can exert Christian influence in the world today. Pre- 314
Senior standing or permission of professor. (Offered every semester.)
IS 461SSeminar on Faith and Life
This course is designed to help students define their personal Christian philosophy of life by integrating faith and learning. Students are challenged to explore their Christian calling and to consider ways in which they can exert a Christian influence in the world today. Bachelor degree-seeking only. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
IS 480Special Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies (Upper-Level)1-3
This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at an upper-level of study (appropriate for junior or senior academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.)
Students may choose to participate in a directed study of their own choice contingent on faculty availability. Credit varies from 1-3 hours although a student can repeat for up to six hours of credit. Prerequisite: Junior status or above. A cumulative GPA of 2.5 and approval of the department chair is required. (Offered by department discretion.)
Recommended to be taken the semester before the senior thesis is due in order to select a topic and appropriate sources in preparation for the senior thesis. Thorough searching for sources in the library network, electronic resources, and other libraries. Taught by a librarian in collaboration with the thesis advisor.
Students develop an extensive paper under the direction of a faculty member that demonstrates their ability to do senior-level research and writing on a specialized topic in theology, philosophy, or cross-cultural studies. A committee comprised of the course professor, another member of the division, and a member chosen by the student evaluates and grade the thesis. (Offered by department discretion.)