2006â2007 Academic Catalog - Concordia University Ann Arbor
2006â2007 Academic Catalog - Concordia University Ann Arbor
2006â2007 Academic Catalog - Concordia University Ann Arbor
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS<br />
PSY483 Senior Project credits: 3<br />
Students combine research and practical implementation of theories and concepts to develop<br />
an individual project.<br />
PSY490 Psychology Internship credits: 1<br />
An active participation in a program or agency which applies psychological principles to<br />
help solve personal or societal problems.<br />
PSY495 Independent Study in Psychology credits: 1<br />
Senior level independent study.<br />
REL241 Biblical Literature I - Old Testament credits: 3<br />
This course explores Old Testament Biblical literature within its historical, cultural, and<br />
geographical settings in order to understand its message to God's people then and now.<br />
Skills of Biblical interpretation are emphasized. PREREQUISITES: BIV131 or BIV131<br />
REL242 Biblical Literature II - New Testament credits: 3<br />
The New Testament text, and the world behind it, and the principles for interpreting this<br />
religious literature are studied to determine its historical meaning and contemporary applications.<br />
PREREQUISITES: BIV131 or BIV131<br />
REL257 LLP credits: 0<br />
The student has the opportunity to earn credit by writing a college-level paper reflecting<br />
learning in this subject through experience, reflection, concept formation, and application<br />
of those concepts to new situations. The paper is evaluated by a <strong>Concordia</strong> faculty member.<br />
REL258 PST credits: 0<br />
The student petitions to gain academic credit through verification of completed collegelevel<br />
training (seminars, workshops, licenses, apprenticeships, etc.) conducted in a non-collegiate<br />
setting. The petition is evaluated by a <strong>Concordia</strong> faculty member.<br />
REL295 Independent Study in Religion credits: 1<br />
Sophomore level independent study.<br />
REL303 Foundations of Christianity credits: 2<br />
Introduces the foundations of the Christian faith and Luther's explanation of the Christian<br />
life. Particular emphasis is given to the proper distinction between Law and Gospel. (ADP)<br />
REL304 Studies in the New Testament credits: 2<br />
Samples New Testament literature and themes, with emphasis upon the distinction between<br />
Law and Gospel. Students demonstrate a basic ability to interpret the Scripture responsibly.<br />
(ADP)<br />
REL305 Faith, Values & Leadership credits: 2<br />
Integrates the dimensions of faith and the resultant values that influence behaviors, decision-making,<br />
and effectiveness of leaders. Christian beliefs and doctrines will be reviewed<br />
for their impact on leadership, followership, and service. (ADP)<br />
REL311 Life & Teachings of Jesus Christ credits: 3<br />
Students examine important events in Jesus' life, as well as His teachings, as presented in<br />
the canonical Gospels. Pertinent archaeological and linguistic studies which shed light on<br />
Jesus' ministry are also studied. PREREQUISITES: REL241 and REL242<br />
REL312 Life & Teachings of the Apostle Paul credits: 3<br />
The life and teachings of the Apostle Paul will be studied on the basis of Acts and Paul`s<br />
writings. PREREQUISITES: REL241 and REL242<br />
REL321 History of Christian Thought credits: 3<br />
An historical survey of Christian thought, placed in the context of the Church's history,<br />
from the second century into the 20th century. The course examines the issues, events, and