SCIENCE SCIN 3211 Life Science L, S, 3 credit hours
+SIGN 2422 Sign Language IV L, Ct, 3 credit hours
This course is designed for individuals who are interested in working with the deaf and hard of hearing. This course will focus in depth on the information we have learned thus far, and the development of structure and syntax in American Sign Language. Prerequisite: SIGN 2411
This is an introduction to the life sciences, engendering awe for God as the Creator. The course will consider areas of plant life and animal life and the environment in which they live. Lab activities will be included.
SCIN 3222 Earth Science L, S, 3 credit hours
SOCIAL WORK/SOCIOLOGY +SOCI 2322 Introduction to Sociology L, Ct, 3 credit hours
This is an introduction to earth science, engendering awe for God as the Creator. The course will consider areas of astronomy, geology, hydrology, oceanography, and meteorology.
This course is an introduction to the study of sociology and sociological theory and research. We will focus on fundamental concepts of interrelationships and group activities. Principles involved in dyadic groups, primary groups, secondary groups, and institutions and society are examined through the lens of life and work environments. Prerequisite: PSYC 1011 or permission of the instructor +SOCI 3022 Introduction to Social Welfare Policy L, Ct, 3 credit hours Emphasis will be placed on a problem-based examination of past and present social welfare policies. Special topics are investigated in relation to policies that are now in effect. These topics shall include but not be limited to income maintenance, family, health care, social services, oppression, environment, unemployment, and civil rights. Students will also investigate the process for policy formulation, policy ethics, and assessment of policies. Prerequisite: PSYC 1011 or permission of the instructor
SIGN LANGUAGE SIGN 1411 Sign Language I L, Ct, 3 credit hours
This course is an introduction to sign language and is designed for those interested in working with the hearing impaired. This course includes the learning of basic signs, the alphabet, and insights into the deaf culture.
+SIGN 1422 Sign Language II L, Ct, 3 credit hours
This course is a continuation of SIGN 1411, including a broadening of the student’s knowledge of signs with an introduction of the basic fundamentals of interpreting. Prerequisite: SIGN 1411
+SIGN 2411 Sign Language III L, Ct, 3 credit hours
SOCI 3121 A Christian View of Diversity THEO 3121 A Christian View of Diversity Ct, 3 credit hours
This course is designed for those who are interested in further advancement in their understanding of American Sign Language and Deaf culture. This course includes the continued learning of new signs, appropriate classifier usage, and the development of both expressive and receptive complex conversational dialogs. In this course, we will continue to learn about the similarities and differences between hearing and deaf culture. We will also be interacting with the deaf community during the course of this semester. Prerequisite: SIGN 1422
This course is designed to help adult learners be aware of their own perspective, gain insights into minority group positions and feelings, be able to consider events from more than one viewpoint, and to apply diversity skills to increase their effectiveness at work, church, or home. Participants consider the influence of culture in shaping a person’s attitudes and viewpoints and the negative effects of prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination. The concerns of diverse groups in American society are examined in depth. Using case studies, adult learners apply cultural and minority group awareness to real-life situations.
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