24 courses with the subject SC, 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.
SC 200Physical Science Survey3
An Introduction to the fundamentals of matter and energy, emphasizing the Biblical teaching of a literal six-day creation for Interpreting scientific data.
This course Is a study of the fundamentals of geology and astronomy, emphasizing the biblical teaching of a literal six- day creation and a universal flood for Interpreting scientific data. SC203/SC207 Biology I with Lab 4 credits This course is an introduction to the basic principles of biology. Students will demonstrate an understanding of such topics as cell structure, cell function, cell division, metabolic pathways, and genetics. The student further explores these concepts through a separate three–hour lab (SC207) taken in conjunction with the three hours of classroom instruction (SC203).
Fall Year 2 (14 credits) Spring Year 2 (16 credits) HP211 HPE Practicum (1) * HP204 Team Sports ~ HP301 Individual, Dual, and Rhythmic Sports ^ PH206 Worldviews: Humanities and Science * SC206/208 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4) PS204 Child and Adolescent Development ELEC Biblical Studies Elective TH211 Theology Survey ELEC History Core Elective ELEC Physical Education Elective (1) *
This course covers topics in physics, chemistry, astronomy, geology, meteorology, and botany. Students will develop literacy in science and technology and be introduced to current science pedagogy. This course is designed to give students majoring in Early Childhood/Elementary Education PreK-4 a strong foundation in and a practical understanding of the content necessary to successfully teach science in pre-school and any grade from kindergarten through fourth. SC206/SC208 Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab 4 credits This course is an introduction to the structures and functions of the human body. Students will demonstrate an understanding of how their bodies operate at the tissue, organ, and system levels. The student further explores these concepts through a separate three–hour lab (SC208) taken in conjunction with the three hours of classroom instruction (SC206). Prerequisites: SC203, SC207.
This course is a survey of basic astronomical concepts. Students will demonstrate an understanding of stars, planets, galaxies and the universe along with various techniques for collecting astronomical data. Additionally, students will discuss how a Christian worldview is viable in the study of astronomy. SC218/SC218L Biology II with Lab 4 credits This course is an introduction to the basic principles of biology. Students will demonstrate an understanding of such topics as plant biology, microbiology, animal diversity, evolutionary theory, and ecology. The student further explores these concepts through a separate three–hour lab (SC218L) taken in conjunction with the three hours of classroom instruction (SC218). SC221/SC225 Chemistry I with Lab 4 credits This course is an introduction to the principles of inorganic chemistry. Students will gain an understanding of atomic, molecular, and crystalline structures; explain the drives, energy changes, and stoichiometry of chemical reactions; predict the effect of molecular geometry on physical and chemical characteristics; and solve problems related to these subjects. Student will further explore these concepts through a separate three-hour lab (SC225) each week. SC222/SC226 Chemistry II with Lab 4 credits This course extends students’ knowledge of inorganic chemistry and also delves into units devoted to organic chemistry, electrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Students will apply kinetics to reaction systems and chemical equilibrium; describe the characteristics and stoichiometry of acid-based reactions; learn fundamental principles of electro-, organic, and nuclear chemistry; and solve problems related to these subjects. Students will further explore these concepts in a separate three-hour lab (SC226) each week. Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in SC221, SC225. SC223/SC223L Physics I with Lab 4 credits This course is an introduction to the essential principles of mechanics- the study of motion. Mastery of these concepts will come from solving and discussing problems related to the various aspects of motion, including the motion of waves. Students will further explore mechanics through a separate three-hour lab (SC223L) each week. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MA112. SC224/SC224L Physics II with Lab 4 credits This course is an introduction to the principles of sound, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics, and modern physics. Knowledge of these topics will be strengthened through solving and discussing problems related to each topic. Students will further explore these topics in a separate three-hour lab (224L) each week. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in SC223 and SC223L.
Fall Year 2 (17 credits) Spring Year 2 (14 credits) BI100 Principles of Bible Study SC224/224L Physics II (4) ^ MA213 Calculus II SC261/261L Human Anatomy & Physiology II (4) SC206/208 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4) TH211 Theology Survey
This course is an overview of the marine environment. Basic scientific principles will be applied to the study of marine organisms and their diverse ecosystems.
This course is a field study of the marine environment. Basic scientific principles will be applied to the study of marine organisms in their natural habitats. Emphasis will be on marine ecosystems and the interrelation of primary producers, invertebrates, and marine fishes. SC261/SC261L Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab 4 credits A more in-depth study of the structures and functions of the human body. Students will demonstrate an understanding of how their bodies operate at the tissue, organ, and system levels. The student further explores these concepts through a separate three–hour lab (SC261L) taken in conjunction with the three hours of classroom instruction (SC261).
This course is dedicated to the analysis of human movements as it relates to body mechanics, basic skills, and athletic performance. Individual muscles (position and purpose), levers, and laws of nature as they relate to movement will be discussed. Also listed as HP305. Prerequisites: SC206. SC310/SC310L Organic Chemistry I with Lab 4 credits An introduction to the compounds of carbon, including nomenclature, reactions, and basic theoretical concepts of molecules from a standpoint of electronic structures and energies. The student further explores these concepts through a separate three–hour lab (SC310L) taken in conjunction with the three hours of classroom instruction (SC310).
This course is an integrated study of Mendelian, Human, and Molecular genetics. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles governing the transmission, mutation, and function of the genetic material. SC312/SC312L Organic Chemistry II with Lab 4 credits A continuation of SC310. Studies polyfunctional and heterocyclic compounds, stereochemistry, and structure proofs. The student further explores these concepts through a separate three–hour lab (SC312L) taken in conjunction with the three hours of classroom instruction (SC312). Prerequisites: SC310/SC310L. SC313/SC313L Microbiology with Lab 4 credits This course is a study of microorganisms. Emphasis will be on the structure, function, growth, reproduction, and associated diseases of bacteria and viruses. The student further explores these concepts through a separate three–hour lab (SC313L) taken in conjunction with the three hours of classroom instruction (SC313). Prerequisites: SC203, SC207, SC222, SC226.
This course is a study of the principles of molecular biology that make biotechnology possible and the techniques that come from the practical application of some of these principles. Student will apply these concepts and techniques to a given research project. One hour of discussion will precede a weekly three–hour lab. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
This course of independent study is open to students interested in areas of science not covered by current courses. All details are worked out between the student and the instructor. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
This course will provide qualified candidates an opportunity to work closely with a mentoring professor in the field of the student’s study. Prerequisite: invitation by professor.