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CSSR 613 - Elements of Hebrew I Credits 3 Basic grammar with translation and written exercises. Lecture/Lab Hours: Course includes a non-credit lab which is required for all students. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 614 - Elements of Hebrew II Credits 3 Basic grammar with translation and written exercises. Emphasis on reading and translation of selected biblical texts. Lecture/Lab Hours: Course includes a non-credit lab which is required for all students. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 619 - Archaeology in the Ancient Near East Credits 1-2 An introduction to the science of archaeology in the Ancient Near East. Special emphasis is given to the role of specific archaeological explorations that relate to the historicity of the biblical narrative. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 621 - Logical and Critical Thinking Credits 1-2 A study of the methods and principles used to make distinctions between good and bad reasoning, with special emphasis on the analysis of arguments related to Christian thought. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 625 - Philosophy of Religion Credits 1-2 A survey of philosophical issues that arise in relation to theistic religions. Problems such as the existence of God, the problem of evil, miracles, religious language, faith and reason, etc. are discussed. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 626 - Ethics Credits 1-2 A philosophical and theological evaluation of various ethical systems and key historical figures in ethics in order to understand and effectively engage with contemporary ethical views and mindsets. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 627 - Bioethics Credits 1-2 A survey of some of the most critical ethical issues of the day coming from biomedical research and practice. The course addresses the difficult questions involved in areas such as human reproduction, cloning, abortion, end-of-life issues, organ transplant, genetic engineering, euthanasia and more. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 628 - Environmental Ethics Credits 1-2 A survey of environmental issues in light of a Christian worldview. Issues such as ecology, global warming, energy production, proper land utilization, pollution and other topics related to human impact on the environment are covered. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.
CSSR 631 - Modern Physics, Cosmology, and Design Credits 1-2 A survey of the issues and ideas involved in relating modern physics and astronomy to a biblical worldview. Special emphasis is given to controversies that are used by skeptics to call Christian theism into question. Notes: Two credits are required of M.A.S.R. students. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 640 - World Religions and Science Credits 1-2 A survey of the core beliefs of other world religions with an emphasis on the ways in which they use modern science to justify their worldviews. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 650 - Seminar: Special Topics Credits 1-2 In-depth focus on a specific contemporary issue in the science and religion dialogue, whereby students will understand the contemporary dynamics and learn to integrate their thinking in a mentored setting. Content varies, and seminars May be taken multiple times for credit with different topics. Topics include: cosmological models, quantum reality, sociobiology, the anthropic principle and issues in biochemistry. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 651 - Intelligent Design Seminar Credits 1-2 In-depth focus on intelligent design to enable students to appraise the current debate on this issue. Notes: Two credits are required of M.A.S.R. students. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 652 - Human Origins Seminar Credits 1-2 An in-depth focus on the current archaeological, anthropological and biochemical evidence related to the debate on human origins. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 653 - Origin of Life Seminar Credits 1-2 A detailed review of the current evidence, models and mechanisms relating to chemical evolution and the origin of life. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 660 - Special Projects/Topics in Science and Religion Credits 1-4 Directed research or project related to Science and Religion issues. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR) or a Major in Christian Apologetics (CSCP); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. CSSR 699 - Science and Religion Thesis Credits 2 Original research and writing in an applicable topic. Subject, length, and due dates to be determined by the coordinating professor. Second reader provided. Notes: May be taken multiple times for credit. Grade Mode: C. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Science and Religion (CSSR); and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. Fee: $200.
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