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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the background, teachings, and influence of the world's living religions, and Christian attitudes toward them. The course provides a first step toward understanding different worldviews in order to minister effectively to their adherents. (Also RELI 3900)
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3.00 Credits
A conceptual introduction designed to give the student an appreciation for the physical laws inherent in God's creation. Topics include mechanics, conservations laws, electricity, magnetism, and light. This course satisfies the Foundational Studies laboratory science requirement. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory. (Prerequisite: Math 1520 or equivalent). Note: There is a lab fee for this course.
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3.00 Credits
Topics to be covered: vectors, kinematics, particle dynamics, friction, work, energy, momentum, dynamics and statistics of rigid bodies, oscillations, gravitation, fluids and electricity and magnetism (time permitting). Calculus will be used in this course. Three hours of lecture and two of laboratory. (Prerequisite: MATH 2430) Note: There is a lab fee for this course.
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3.00 Credits
A study of topics in science since 1900 that have significantly affected western culture and thought, such as relativity, quantum mechanics, chaos, evolution, and artificial intelligence. These issues will be placed in historical, philosophical and faith contexts. There will be readings from original authors. This course satisfies the non-lab science requirement in Foundational Studies. (Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing)
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3.00 Credits
An algebra-based introduction to the science of astronomy and cosmology, designed to give the student an appreciation for the size and complexity of the universe God created. Topics covered include the solar system, the Milky Way galaxy and the large-scale structure of the universe. Particular emphasis will be placed on reconciling the current understanding of cosmology with the biblical account. Evening observing sessions are required. This course satisfies the non-lab science requirement.
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4.00 Credits
A two-semester sequence, providing a general introduction to physics for biology majors. Covers mechanics, heat and sound, electricity and magnetism, light, and atomic and molecular physics using precalculus methods. Each course has three lectures and three hours of lab per week. (Prerequisite: MATH 1830 Precalculus, PHYS 3120 requires PHYS 3110). Note: There are lab fees for these courses.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the nature of politics and political thinking. Analyzes government patterns, the operation of political processes, and the underlying political values and ideologies in different constitutional forms.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the structure and workings of American government at the local, state and national level. Emphasis will be placed on the U.S. Constitution, structure of the federal system, American political ideology, and California government. This course satisfies state requirements in Constitution.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the analysis of international relations through the examination of the international structures and issues that impact our world. Along with assessment of the international structures of power, nationalism, war, diplomacy, political economy, international organizations, social changes and foreign policy, this course considers issues that generate conflictual and cooperative relationships between individuals, states, and international actors in the global system.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines ethical issues raised by national and international policy decisions. Areas of focus will include the moral implications of policy, alternative policy choices, and political philosophies.
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