Biola University 2013–14 Catalog
production, proper land utilization, pollution and other topics related to human impact on the environment are covered. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 631 - Modern Physics, Cosmology, and Design 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. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Note(s): Two credits are required of M.A.S.R. students. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 640 - World Religions and Science 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. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 650 - Seminar: Special Topics 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 repeated for credit with different topics. Topics include: cosmological models, quantum reality, sociobiology, the anthropic principle and issues in biochemistry. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 651 - Intelligent Design Seminar In-depth focus on intelligent design to enable students to appraise the current debate on this issue. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Note(s): Two credits are required of M.A.S.R. students. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 652 - Human Origins Seminar An in-depth focus on the current archaeological, anthropological and biochemical evidence related to the debate on human origins. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 653 - Origin of Life Seminar A detailed review of the current evidence, models and mechanisms relating to chemical evolution and the origin of life. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 660 - Special Projects/Topics in Science and Religion Directed research or project related to Science and Religion issues. Credit(s): 1 - 4.
CSSR 610 - Elementary Principles of Biblical Languages Basic principles of language foundational to interpreting the biblical text. Overview of the structure of the biblical languages, evaluation of theories of Bible translation, and instruction in the use of various tools based on the original languages. The course will aid the student in understanding issues that arise in interpretation because of the original languages. Credit(s): 3. CSSR 611 - Beginning Greek I An introductory study of the basic elements of New Testament Greek. Note(s): Designed for students who have not completed a full sequence of beginning Greek courses. Credit(s): 2. CSSR 612 - Beginning Greek II An introductory study of the basic elements of New Testament Greek. Translations of portions of the New Testament. Note(s): Designed for students who have not completed a full sequence of beginning Greek courses. Credit(s): 2. CSSR 613 - Elements of Hebrew I Basic grammar with translation and written exercises. Lecture/ Lab Hours: Course includes a non-credit lab which is required for all students. Credit(s): 3. CSSR 614 - Elements of Hebrew II 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. Credit(s): 3. CSSR 619 - Archaeology in the Ancient Near East 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. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 621 - Logical and Critical Thinking 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. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 625 - Philosophy of Religion A survey of philosophical issues that arise in relation to theistic religions. Problems such as the existence of God, the problem of evil, religious language, faith and reason, etc. are discussed. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 626 - Ethics A philosophical and theological evaluation of various ethical systems and the application of those systems to high-profile moral issues in society. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 627 - Bioethics 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. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 628 - Environmental Ethics A survey of environmental issues in light of a Christian worldview. Issues such as ecology, global warming, energy
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