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MUS 310L - Music Theory and Analysis Lab Credits: 1
This course continues from MUS-210L with tonal sight-singing featuring modulations and chromatic alterations, aural skills, melodic dictation, and harmonic dictation. 1 hour lab.
Corequisite: MUS-310
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MUS 340 - Brass Techniques Credits: 2
Basic performance techniques and teaching methodology in brass instruments.
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MUS 341 - String Techniques Credits: 2
Basic performance techniques and teaching methodology in strings.
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MUS 342 - Woodwind Techniques Credits: 2
Basic performance techniques and teaching methodology in woodwinds.
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MUS 343 - Percussion Techniques Credits: 2
Basic performance techniques and teaching methodology in percussion.
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MUS 349 - Music Research Credits: 1
This course, which must be completed prior to the student's first semester of music history, introduces music research techniques and the writing of a significant paper on a relevant topic.
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MUS 350 - Early Music History Credits: 3
Recommended prior coursework: MUS-110L and MUS-349. An overview of music history from antiquity through 1725.
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MUS 351 - Music History: 1725-1900 Credits: 3
Recommended prior coursework: MUS-110L and MUS-349. A study of the history of music in the Western European tradition from 1725 until 1900.
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MUS 352 - Music History and World Music Since 1900 Credits: 4
Recommended prior coursework: MUS 110L MUS 349 Recommended prior coursework: MUS-110L and MUS-349. A study of concert music, with emphasis on listening to the major works of the period. A significant portion of the class will be devoted to the study of music outside the concert traditions of the Western world.
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MUS 400 - Music in the Church Credits: 3
Provides a scriptural basis on which to build a Christian life and work ethic, specifically in the field of music. Students study selected writings, Scripture and various types of Psalms to examine hymnody, as well as worship music. There is a significant final project for this course, integrating the semester's work into a thoughtful, personal experience relative to church music ministry.
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MUS 410 - Music Theory Since Debussy Credits: 3
Study of late 19th and early 20th century harmonic theory, as well as listening to and analyzing compositions of the period.
Prerequisite: MUS-310. Corequisite: MUS-410L.
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MUS 410L - Music Theory Since Debussy Lab Credits: 1
This course continues from MUS-310L with tonal and atonal sight-singing, score reading emphasizing all C-clefs and transpositions, aural skills, melodic dictation, and harmonic dictation. 1 hour lab.
Corequisite: MUS-410
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MUS 411 - Scoring and Arranging Credits: 3
Techniques of arranging music for various vocal and choral combinations, and scoring music for small and large instrumental ensembles.
Prerequisite: MUS-110L and MUS-210L
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MUS 412 - Studies in Music Education Credits: 3
A general discussion of the field of public school education, focusing on historical and philosophical developments, current issues in the professions and principles of curriculum development.
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MUS 435 - Private Instruction in Advanced Piano Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced piano is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 436 - Private Instruction in Advanced Percussion Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced percussion is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 437 - Private Instruction in Advanced Organ Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced organ is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 438 - Private Instruction in Advanced Guitar Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced guitar is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 439 - Private Instruction in Advanced Harpsichord Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced harpsichord is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 441 - Private Instruction in Advanced Voice Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced voice is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 443 - Private Instruction in Advanced Brass Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced brass is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 445 - Private Instruction in Advanced Strings Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced strings is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 446 - Private Instruction in Advanced Harp Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced harp is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 447 - Private Instruction in Advanced Woodwinds Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced woodwinds is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 448 - Private Instruction in Advanced Conducting Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced conducting is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 449 - Private Instruction in Advanced Composition Credits: 1 - 2
For students who have passed level 1 of the jury exam. Private instruction in advanced compostion is available with an additional fee. Contact the program director for information about individual instructors. Non-majors may choose CR/NC grading.
May not be audited.
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MUS 450 - Conducting I Credits: 3
This course assumes the basic skills a student has acquired in Music Theory and Counterpoint (MUS-210L). In addition to conducting skills, the student will be instructed in rehearsal techniques and music literature selection.
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MUS 451 - Conducting II Credits: 3
This course is a continuation of material covered in MUS-450. Particular attention will be given to more complex conducting problems in the vocal and instrumental genres.
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MUS 460 - Vocal Pedagogy Credits: 2
Methods of vocal instruction and solutions to various vocal problems are explored. The class is designed for those who plan to teach singing or work with choirs. Each class member will work with a private voice student as part of the course subject matter.
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MUS 461 - Piano Pedagogy Credits: 2
Methods of piano instruction for beginners, as well as more advanced students, will be reviewed. Selection of teaching material and the practical aspects of operating a teaching studio will be discussed. Each class member will work with a private piano student as part of the course subject matter.
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MUS 493 - Church Music Internship Credits: 1 - 3
Students will work from 10 to 20 hours each week in a church music program for at least one semester. They will be observed and guided in this experience by members of the music faculty and by on-site music leaders.
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MUS 495 - Senior Project Credits: 1 - 3
All music majors are required to complete a project in their senior year. This project is usually a solo recital in the area of their primary instrument. In some cases alternative projects are arranged, such as research or conducting recitals. Students should make arrangements with the program director.
May not be audited.
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MUS 497 - Senior Project in Music Composition Credits: 1 - 3
Recommend prior coursework: 2 units of MUS-449. The capstone project for music majors in composition. Preparation and recital performance of works by the student.
May not be audited.
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Nursing |
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NURS 315 - Professional Role Development, Nursing Theory and Health Promotion Credits: 3
This course examines what it means to be a nursing professional, promoting health and wellness, from a Christian perspective, through teaching individuals, groups and communities. Provides students a theoretical foundation and promotes a desire to learn and grow as a professional nurse throughout their career. Students examine their personal philosophy, epitomizing professional values, and demonstrating the integration of health across the life span, with an emphasis on a holistic perspective of biological, psychological, sociological, cultural, and spiritual aspects.
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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NURS 320 - Principles of Patho-Physiology Credits: 3
Course 2 of a 2-part series: Provides clinical pharmacological theories and concepts needed to provide safe nursing practice in conjunction with principles of pathophysiology, using a system approach, as applied to current health care practices with an examination of human body systems and disease processes. Current research related to selected makor health problems is discussed and evaluated to emphasize evidence-based practice across the human life span. Includes legal and ethical considerations related
to pharmacological agents and products. General chemistry needed as a prerequisite.
Prerequisite: CHEM-101L
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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NURS 330 - Health Assessment Credits: 3
History of psychological, sociological, cultural and spiritual aspects of clients across the human life span. Head-to-toe assessment of individuals to obtain knowledge of normal findings. Common deviations and disease processes of chronic conditions such as diabetes, asthma and high risk pregnancy to give patient-centered care by collaborating with other members of the health care team.
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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NURS 410 - Intermediate Pharmacology Credits: 3
Provides clinical pharmacological theories and concepts needed to provide safe nursing practice. Knowledge of physiological and pathological bodily response. Legal and ethical considerations related to pharmacological agents and products.
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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NURS 420 - Nursing Research Credits: 3
Explores the historical, ethical, legal and philosophical aspects of nursing and research. Emphasis on research process, critical analysis of clinical and legal issues and application of research to improve nursing practice.
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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NURS 435 - Public Health Nursing and Global Health Issues Credits: 3
Take NURS-315 NURS-420;
Prerequisite: NURS-315 and NURS-420
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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NURS 445 - Public Health Nursing and Community Health Assessment Practicum Credits: 3
Experience in community settings, helping students develope knowledge, skill and a positive attitude, by collaborating with other health professionals to provide population-based assessment, interventions and evaluation to address populations at risk. Using epidemiological models, students identify levels of prevention and apply health prevention strategies to community and global health problems. Students develope beginning competencies in case management, infection control and a range of public health interventions. (Includes 90 hours of supervised clinical practicum needed to receive a Public Health Certificate from the California Board of Public Health Nursing)
Prerequisite: NURS-435
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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NURS 450 - Information Technology and Health Care Economics Credits: 3
Addresses the impact of technology on the transformation of health care delivery to a more cost-effective as well as safer quality system. Discusses steps and issues of protection of privacy and confidentiality. Students develop basic competence in the use of information technology in gathering evidence to guide clinical decision making and in providing patient centered holistic care.
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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NURS 465 - Leadership and Clinical Management With Practicum Credits: 3
Examines theories of leadership and management, concepts of power, motivation, budgeting and management skills of organization, delegation, supervision, negotiation, communication, collaboration, self-evaluation, critical thinking and decision-making related to professional nursing. This course also examines the nurse as a leader and manager in a variety of contexts and settings. The practicum focuses on development and application of these leadership skills in a variety of health care settings, in addition to managing client caseloads with inter-professional team members in a cost-effective manner. Special emphasis is placed on the professional role of the RN. (45 hours)
Prerequisite: NURS-315
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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NURS 480 - Senior Project Credits: 3
This culminating experience provides students with the opportunity to integrate, apply and evaluate learning based on all work done in the program. After the experience students will do a poster presentation with abstract.
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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Peacemaking and Conflict Studies |
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PACS 410 - Restorative Justice Credits: 3
Participants examine assumptions about crime and justice. Retributive and restorative paradigms of justice are compared and contrasted. Programs and crime prevention and intervention strategies are evaluated to discern retributive and restorative positioning and outcome effectiveness.
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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PACS 440 - Conflict Transformation Credits: 3
This course introduces students to biblical and contemporary perspectives that help them to understand and interpret behaviors of people in conflict. Models for constructive conflict management are proposed and training is provided in effective conflict management and mediation.
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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Physical Education |
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PE 100 - Beginning Tennis Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 102 - Intermediate Tennis Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 110 - Volleyball Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 114 - Basketball Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 115 - Frisbee Games Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 118 - Soccer Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 120 - Dance Movement Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 121 - Ballroom Dancing Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 122 - Aerobic Exercise/Kickboxing Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 123 - Self Defense Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 125 - Aerobic and Weight Training for Women Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 126 - Power Walking Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 130 - Beginning Swimming Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 132 - Intermediate Swimming Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 134 - Golf Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 136 - Strength Program Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 138 - Weight Training Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 146 - Backpacking Credits: 1
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 206 - Varsity Baseball Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 212 - Varsity Women's Basketball Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 214 - Varsity Men's Basketball Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 222 - Varsity Cheerleading Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 226 - Varsity Women's Cross Country Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 228 - Varsity Men's Cross Country Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 246 - Varsity Women's Soccer Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 248 - Varsity Men's Soccer Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 254 - Varsity Women's Swimming Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 256 - Varsity Men's Swimming Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 264 - Varsity Women's Track Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 266 - Varsity Men's Track Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 272 - Varsity Women's Volleyball Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 276 - Varsity Women's Water Polo Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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PE 278 - Varsity Men's Water Polo Credits: 1 - 2
This is an activity-based course for members of the Varsity Athletic programs. Participation in this course includes fitness training, athletic team and individual practice, competition, representing FPU at select community events, and other countable athletically related activities.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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Philosophy |
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PHIL 100 - Introduction to Philosophy Credits: 3
An introduction to philosophy from a variety of topical perspectives, such as human nature and human happiness, metaphysics, ontology, ethics, aesthetics, political theory and philosophical methodology. Covers texts and thinkers from the history of philosophy (East and West, ancient and modern) such as Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Confucius, Zhuangzi, Aquinas, Marx, Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, Sartre and MacIntyre.
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PHIL 101 - Philosophy: the Big Questions Credits: 3
Recommended prior coursework: COM 111 PHIL 104 Recommended prior coursework: COM-111 and PHIL-104. Introduces the problems and methods of philosophy through exploring questions central to the human experience. Sample questions include: Is free will an illusion? What is the self? What is the nature of reality? How can we gain knowledge about reality? Can we prove God's existence? When is it rational to have faith? Are there moral truths? What does it mean to be a good person? What are right actions? What is life's purpose? Readings include selections from the great philosophers, such as Plato, Aristotle, Aquinas, Descartes, Pascal, Kierkegaard and the Buddha, as well as from more recent thinkers like Daniel Dennett, Peter Singer and Christian philosophers C.S. Lewis, C. Peter Kreeft and Alvin Plantinga.
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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PHIL 103 - Logic and Critical Thinking Credits: 3
Introduction to formal and informal logic and argumentation. Emphasizes the acquisition of basic logical concepts and the development and application of skills to distinguish good from bad reasoning. The student is assisted in developing his or her ability to think critically and coherently and to construct well-formulated arguments. Skills of logical reasoning are taught through the use of everyday life cases and through influential arguments on important philosophical topics.
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PHIL 104 - Applied Logic and Critical Thinking Credits: 3
Introduction to formal and informal logic. Critical thinking and critical analysis of various philosophical positions.
Degree completion only. May not be audited.
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PHIL 110 - Introduction to Philosophical Ethics Credits: 3
An introduction to philosophical ethics with various emphases such as virtue ethics, study of vices, moral theories (such as deontology, utilitarianism and divine command theory) or issues relevant to social justice. Covers texts and thinkers such as Plato, Aristotle, Hume, Kant, Mill, Nietzsche and contemporary ethicists such as Rawls, MacIntyre, Adams or Annas.
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PHIL 330 - Ancient and Medieval Rhetoric Credits: 3
A study of communication theory in the ancient and medieval world in such authors as Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Augustine and others.
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PHIL 331 - Ancient Philosophy Credits: 3
Recommended prior course work: PHIL-100. An introduction to the main topics of ancient philosophy in the Western tradition and a survey of its development from the Presocratics through the classical schools of the Academy and Lyceum and beyond. Covers texts and thinkers such as Presocratic philosophers (e.g. Thales, Anaximander, Heraclitus, Parmenides or others), Socrates, Plato, Aristotle and issues in the schools of the Skeptics, Stoics or Epicureans. May also include ancient philosophy in Eastern traditions, examining figures such as Confucius, Mencius or Zhuangzi.
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PHIL 333 - Medieval Philosophy Credits: 3
Recommended prior coursework: PHIL-100. This historical course examines philosophical thought from Late Antiquity through the eve of the Renaissance. Covers texts and thinkers such as Augustine, Anselm, Aquinas, Avicenna, Averroes, Bonaventure, Scotus and Ockham. May also address philosophical issues emphasized in medieval thought, such as the relation between faith and reason, the existence and nature of God, problems concerning human nature or problems concerning universals.
Faculty consent required.
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PHIL 335 - Modern Philosophy Credits: 3
Recommended prior course work: PHIL 100. History of Western philosophy from 1600 to 1900. Covers texts and thinkers such as Descartes, Spinoza, Leibniz, Berkley, Hume, Kant, Reid, Hegel, Marx, Kierkegaard or Nietzsche.
Corequisite: PHIL-100
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PHIL 340 - Eastern Philosophy Credits: 3
Acquaints students with the central ancient and/or modern philosophical traditions of Eastern civilization. Covers texts and thinkers such as Hesse, Laozi, Zhuangzi, Confucious, Dogen, Mao and contemporary Chinese philosophy.
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PHIL 370 - Bioethics Credits: 3
Recommended prior coursework: BIOL 100 or BIOL 111 Study of the ethical aspects of biology and medicine. Topics addressed include issues associated with biotechnology, experimentation, medical practice, and the ethical and social justice aspects of health care. Recommended pre-requisite BIOL 100 or BIOL 111.
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PHIL 393 - Twentieth Century Western Thought Credits: 3
Recommended prior coursework: HIST-140, PHIL-100. Western philosophy and intellectual history of the 20th century. Attention is given to various topics such as logical positivism, phenomenology and existentialism, philosophy of language, post-Newtonian philosophy of science, status of the other, neo-pragmatism and global ethics. Covers texts and thinkers such as Russell, Ayer, Wittgenstein, Husserl, Heidegger, Foucault, Derrida, Levinas, Dewey, Rorty, Rawls and MacIntyre.
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PHIL 405 - Philosophy of Religion Credits: 3
Recommended prior coursework: PHIL 100 Recommended prior coursework: PHIL-100. Studies in the nature and validity of religious ideas by examining the relationship between faith and reason, arguments for God's existence, the problem of evil, miracles, belief in God in an Age of Science and the use of language to describe God. Readings include (but are not limited to) Hume, Augustine, Aquinas, Hick, Plantinga, Hasker, Griffen, Moser and Diogenes Allen.
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PHIL 430 - American Wilderness Literature and Philosophy Credits: 3
Exploration of American ideas about wilderness, the natural world and human relationships to them. Includes a four-day field trip to the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada. Readings include Thoreau, Muir, Austin, Abbey, Snyder and Williams.
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PHIL 450 - History of Political Theory and Ideas Credits: 3
Recommended prior course: PHIL 100 Recommended prior coursework: PHIL-100. Survey of political theorizing and the development of ideas on politcal order from ancient Greece, Rome, China, as well as Jewish and Christian theology, Medieval thinkers and the development of early-modern and modern political philosophy. Readings include Plato, Aristotle, Han Fei Tzu, biblical authors, medieval philosophers, Locke, Hobbes, Marx and American political philosophers.
Prerequisite: Take HIST-120, HIST-130, HIST-140
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PHIL 455 - Philosophy of Language Credits: 3
A study of significant 20th century schools of thought concerning language. Disciplines encountered include philosophy, cognitive science, literary theory, sociolinguistics and etymological studies. Readings include Carroll, Lycan, Pinker, Wittgenstein, Barthes and Borges.
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PHIL 460 - Philosophy of History Credits: 3
Designed to consider from a metadisciplinary perspective the logic and method of historical discourse. Includes examination of pattern and meaning in history and a historiographic study in a period of the student's choice. Readings include Augustine, Hegel, Marx, Nietzsche and Martin.
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PHIL 470 - History and Philosophy of Science Credits: 4
A study of major developments in the history of science, such as the scientific revolution, evolutionary theory and the historical relationships of science and religious thought. A philosophical inquiry into the nature of science forms the basis for historical study.
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PHIL 481 - Navajo Philosophy and Ethics Credits: 3
An examination of Navajo philosophy and ethics, using their cosmological and ceremonial texts, Navajo autobiographies and secondary sources that interpret their philosophy. Readings include books by Haile, Wyman, Frisbie, Farella, Witherspoon and Gill.
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PHIL 485 - Senior Project Credits: 3
Senior Project is the capstone course in the philosophy curriculum. The project takes the form of 1) a thesis proposal, 2) a thesis-driven research paper (for historically-oriented projects), or a constructive philosophical thesis-defense paper and 3) an oral presentation of the finished work. Thesis-driven research papers typically focus on the history of philosophy and are about 20-25 pages in length. Thesis-defense papers are written on a constructive, contemporary philosophical problem and are typically about 15 pages in length. This is a project rather than simply a paper, because the project requires satisfactory completion of all three distinct parts (thesis proposal, the paper itself and the oral presentation). Guided by a supervisor in the philosophy program (or by a supervisor approved by the program director), students are expected to exemplify skills of independent research, critical and creative thinking, formal writing and oral presentation of the project.
Faculty consent required. May not be audited.
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PHYS 106 - Physical Science Credits: 4
An integrative study of the physical sciences, including the history and methods of science, the relationship of scientific truth and biblical truth and the relationship of modern technology to science and its consequences for society.
Corequisite: PHYS-106L
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PHYS 106L - Physical Science Lab Credits: 0 - 0
Corequisite: PHYS-106
Graded Credit/No Credit.
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