The College at Southwestern
HIS 1103 Early Western Civilization
A study of the history and philosophy of western civilization from antiquity to the rise of Christianity.
Three hours.
HIS 1203 Church and Empires
A study of the history and philosophy of western civilization from late antiquity to the late medieval period.
Three hours.
HIS 2103 World Religions
A general survey of the major contemporary religions of the world. Included are the teachings of Buddha, Confucius, Lao-Tzu, and Muhammad.
Three hours.
HIS 2123 What Is Really Real?: Metaphysics
Advanced seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the nature of reality. An investigation of the formation of worldviews. Topics include: metaphysics; ontology; materialism; idealism; dualism; theism.
Three hours.
HIS 2133 The History of Islam
An intensive study of the history, culture, theology, and philosophical thought of the Islamic peoples, particularly as these influenced the birth and growth of Islam. Primary and secondary sources will be utilized to illustrate the worldview and cultural belief systems of Islamic peoples.
Three hours.
HIS 2203 Renaissance and Reformation
A study of the history and philosophy of western civilization from the Thirteenth Century through the Sixteenth Century.
Three hours.
HIS 2213 Baptist History and Heritage
Baptist history to the present. Development of basic doctrine and polity will be discussed, as well as historically important Baptist men and women.
Three hours.
HIS 3103 Enlightenment
A study of the history and philosophy of western civilization from the Seventeenth Century through the Eighteenth Century.
Three hours.
HIS 3143 Reformation Studies
A detailed examination of a specific topic, doctrine, theologian, or movement in relation to the Reformation.
Three hours.
HIS 3163 Is it Possible To Know Anything?: Epistemology
Advanced seminar in the primary literature of epistemology. An analysis of the nature of knowledge and how it relates to truth and belief. Treats such questions as: "What is knowledge?," "How is knowledge acquired?," and "What do people know?" Topics include: empiricism; rationalism; constructivism; skepticism; epistemology.
Three hours.
HIS 3173 How Do We Know Right From Wrong?: Ethics
Advanced seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the construction of ethical systems. An investigation of what is a good (or bad) life, which actions we ought (or ought not) to take, and how answers to such questions affect how society ought (or ought not) to be structured.
Three hours.
HIS 3203 The 19th Century
A study of the history and philosophy of western civilization of the Nineteenth Century.
Three hours.
HIS 3223 What Is a Human Being?: Anthropology
Advanced seminar in the primary literature of anthropology. Is man made in the image of God? Is he a complex machine, or a naked ape? Topics include: creation; sociology; anthropology; psychology; imago dei; death; language; culture.
Three hours.
HIS 3233 Who Is In Charge of This World?: Social Institutions
Advanced seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the development and maintenance of social institutions. An investigation of complex social forms constituting the enduring features of social life. Topics include: families; governments, economic systems, education; religions; sociology; political science; human rights; just war.
Three hours.
HIS 4103 The Early 20th Century
A study of the history and philosophy of western civilization from 1900 – 1964.
Three hours.
HIS 4203 Late 20th Century to the Present
A study of social/political trends and philosophies from 1964 to the present.
Three hours.
IDE 1103 Early Western Civilization Seminar
A seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of early western civilization.
Three hours.
IDE 1203 Church and Empires Seminar
A seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of western civilization from late antiquity to the late medieval period.
Three hours.
IDE 2103 World Religions
A seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of the major contemporary religions of the world. Included are the teachings of Buddha, Confucius, Lao-Tzu, and Muhammad.
Three hours.
IDE 2123 Early Western Civilization
An advanced seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of early western civilization.
Three hours.
IDE 2203 Renaissance and Reformation Seminar
A seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of the Thirteenth through Sixteenth Centuries.
Three hours.
IDE 3103 Enlightenment Seminar
A seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of the Seventeenth through Eighteenth Centuries.
Three hours.
IDE 3123 Church and Empires
An advanced seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of western civilization from late antiquity to the late medieval period.
Three hours.
IDE 3133 Enlightenment and the Romantic Period
And advanced seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of the Seventeenth through Eighteenth Centuries.
Three hours.
IDE 3203 The 19th Century Seminar
A seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of the Nineteenth Century.
Three hours.
IDE 3223 The 19th Century
An advanced seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of the Nineteenth Century.
Three hours.
IDE 3233 The Early 20th Century
An advanced seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of the early Twentieth Century.
Three hours.
IDE 4103 The Early 20th Century Seminar
A seminar in the primary literature pertaining to the history and philosophy of the early Twentieth Century.
Three hours.
IDE 4203 Late 20th Century to the Present
A study of social/political trends and philosophies from 1964 to the present.
Three hours.
FNA 3103 Fine Arts Perspectives on Life
A historical survey of the fine arts including art, music, and theatre. Special attention will be given to the impact that history and philosophy have on the arts and vice versa.
Three hours.
SOS 4103 Introduction to Social Science
A historical survey of the social sciences including the impact of the social sciences on philosophy and social policy.
Three hours.
NAS 4203 Introduction to Natural Science
An overview of the major theories and theorists that have described the origins and development of the physical world, with emphasis given to the impact discoveries have made on philosophical world views.
Three hours.
REA 1100 Reasoning Lab
The application of the priniciples of reasoning taught in REA 1103 Reasoning. This lab provides opportunities for students to use and improve reasoning skills in detecting informal fallacies, employing both deductive and inductive logic, and composing effective arguments. Corequisite REA 1103.
Zero hours.
REA 1103 Reasoning
An introductory study of the elements of correct reasoning which aims at developing the skills necessary for thinking well. Attention will be given to detecting informal fallacies and employing both deductive and inductive logic.
Three hours.
INT 1200 Interpretation Lab
This lab provides opportunities for students to practice and improve their skills in researching, analyzing, and interpreting texts. Students will learn how to integrate these skills into the composition process. Corequisite: INT 1203.
Zero hours.
INT 1203 Interpretation
An introductory study of the methods of interpreting texts. Attention will be given to the relevance of the following: genre; social, cultural, and literary contexts; relations between syntax, semantics, and pragmatics; literal and non-literal uses of language in speech (e.g., analogy and metaphor).
Three hours.
GRK 1103 Greek I
An introduction to the basic principles of Greek grammar.
Three hours.
GRK 1203 Greek II
Completion of the basic principles of Greek grammar. Prerequisite: GRK 1103.
Three hours.
GRK 2103 Greek III
Translation of selected portions of the classical Greek literature with emphasis on grammar and syntax. Prerequisite: GRK 1203.
Three hours.
GRK 2203 Greek IV
Further reading and grammatical study in the text of the classical Greek literature. Prerequisite: GRK 2103.
Three hours.
LTN 1103 Latin I
An introduction to the basic principles of Latin grammar.
Three hours.
LTN 1203 Latin II
Completion of the basic principles of Latin grammar. Prerequisite: LTN 1103.
Three hours.
LTN 2103 Latin III
Grammar principles and readings from representative Roman authors. Prerequisite: LTN 1203.
Three hours.
LTN 2203 Latin IV
Continuation of LTN 2103.
Three hours.
EVA 2201 Evangelism
A course designed to provide students with skills needed to present the gospel to nonbelievers.
One hour.
EVA 2313 Evangelism and Church Planting in the Hispanic Culture/Evangelismo y Fundacion de Iglesia en la Cultura Hispana
A study of the essential principles for starting and multiplying churches. Special attention is given to the development of a biblical foundation, a compelling vision, a contextualized strategy, a fervent intercessory prayer group, a gifted church planting team, a committed core group, and state of the art outreach methods resulting in the establishment of vibrant, reproducing churches.
Un estudio de los principios esenciales para comenzar y multiplicar iglesias. Atencion especial sera dada al desarrollo de un fundamento biblico, una vision atractiva, una estrategia contextualizada, un grupo ferviente de oracion intercesora, un equipo dotado de fundacion de iglesias, un grupo comprometido, y metodos de alcance que resulten en el establecimiento de iglesias vibrantes que se reproducen.
Three hours/Tres horas.
EVA 2401 Evangelism Practicum
A practicum that serves as a structured and significant educational experience that takes place in a church, institution, or community environment under the supervision of ministry mentors.
One hour.
EVA 2423 Urban Evangelism Practicum
A study of the urban area, the people, their needs, and various methods of evangelism and church growth. Time will be spent in lectures, assigned readings, and research, as well as in an urban area, observing the challenges and participating in various ministries utilized by churches and denominational agencies.
Three hours.
EVA 2453 Revival Evangelism Practicum
A study of local church evangelistic outreach methods with special attention to the preparation for local church revival. Class sessions will be devoted to orientation, assigned readings, preparation and evaluation. One week will be spent in a local church participating in a revival meeting.
Three hours.
EVA 2593 International Evangelism
This course prepares students to travel abroad and practice principles of cross-cultural communication of the gospel for the purpose of evangelizing people in host cultures.
Three hours.
EVA 3313 Evangelism Practicum
Field-based cross-cultural missionary work whereby the student
spends 13 weeks engaging the project’s target people in order to
share the gospel. The student will conduct interviews with the targeted
people group and keep a journal of responses, decisions made, and
reactions to the gospel.
Three hours.
MIS 2013 Introduction to Missions
An introductory overview of the biblical, historical, and theological
bases for Christian missions. A major portion of the class will consist of a
preparatory component (ability to explain the nature of cultures;
describe and interpret the relationship between culture and behavior;
identify and apply the principals of cross-cultural communication;
envision contextualized worship). Students will also gain understanding
about the IMB application process; language learning; culture stress;
interpersonal relationships; and evangelism.
Three hours.
MIS 2413 Emerging Missiological Issues
An intensive study of selected current issues in missiology and their impact on missions theory and strategy.
Three hours
MIS 3201 Missions
A course designed to offer training to prepare students for the practice of Christian ministry in the missionary context.
one hour
MIS 3316 Missions Practicum
Field-based cross-cultural missionary work whereby the student
spends 13 weeks of mentored study with the veteran missionaries
responsible for the project’s target people. The student will conduct
interviews and keep a journal. A report of mission strategies and
vision for the project’s targeted people must be prepared.
Six hours.
MIS 3323 Linguistics Practicum
Field-based language study as assigned by the IMB. This course is Pass/Fail. The student’s supervisor will report on how well the student engaged
language study and understanding.
Three hours.
PED 1101 Physical Education
A course designed to learn skills and techniques, rules, strategy, and etiquette in Aerobics, Basketball, Karate, Racquetball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, or Weight training.
One hour.
BIB 1103 Old Testament Survey
A survey of the literature and message of the Old Testament including the interbiblical period and introduction to the Christian era.
Three hours.
BIB 1203 Focused Study in Old Testament
An in-depth continuation of BIB 1103.
Three hours.
BIB 2103 New Testament Survey
A survey of the literature and message of the New Testament.
Three hours.
BIB 2203 Focused Study in New Testament
An in-depth continuation of BIB 2103.
Three hours.
BIB 3503 Archaeology of Ancient Israel
A study of the archaeology of Bible lands related to the Old Testament.
Three hours.
THE 1041 Church Leadership and Growth
A workshop in pastoral and church leadership that effects growth in the life of the church.
One hour.
THE 1043 Church Leadership and Growth
The class will provide a study of each of the roles of the ministerial staff and church leadership that effects growth in the life of the church. A prominent Southern Baptist Church, which hosts an annual church growth/pastors' conference, will be used as a model. This course is designed for church leadership and not limited to only the senior pastor. After attending the conference, students will interact through a series of discussions on the Blackboard Learning System.
Three hours.
THE 3103 Theology I Survey
A systematic study of the great biblical doctrines of Revelation, God, and Man.
Three hours.
THE 3203 Focused Study on Theological Issues I
And advanced study of the doctrines discussed in THE 3103.
Three hours.
THE 4103 Theology II Survey
A systematic study of the great Biblical doctrines of Christ, the Holy Spirit, the Church, and Eschatology.
Three hours.
THE 4203 Focused study on Theological Issues II
An advanced study of the doctrines discussed in THE 4103.
Three hours.
PHI 2483 Intelligent Design or Unintelligent Evolution
This course provides an overview of the broad cultural, intellectual, and scientific movement known as intelligent design as well as of its chief antagonist, the view that cosmological and biological origins are best explained as the result of an accidental evolutionary process.
Three hours.
EDU 2103 The History and Philosophy of Education
An introduction to historical and philosophical foundations of education, especially as it pertains to the West. Using both primary and secondary sources, students will examine the intellectual, social, and cultural forces which have influenced the development of education.
Three hours.
EDU 2203 Introduction to Christian Education and Ministry
An introduction to ministry preparation through clarifying one's call to ministry, understanding the nature of the church and theories of Christian Education, studying educational ministries, and participating in supervised field experience.
Three hours.
EDU 3103 Theology and Education
A study of the biblical teachings of creation, fall, and redemption and other implications in the development of educational philosophy, strategy, and practice.
Three hours.
EDU 3203 Principles and Methods of Teaching
The principles and methods of teaching, including the study of the roles of the teacher, teaching and learning styles, and the development of presentation skills using various instructional methods. Special emphasis will be given to the role of Christ as teacher especially as it pertains to discipleship.
Three hours.
EDU 4103 Master Teacher
An investigation of Christian curriculum design, multiple staff and team ministries, teaching methods by discipline, and reading fundamentals. Special emphasis will be given to church administration, finance, mentoring, and problem resolution.
Three hours
ENS 1010 Wind Ensemble
An ensemble of wind and percussion instrumentalists that performs works from the wind band repertoire, with an emphasis on pieces that feature prominent usage of hymn or chorale tunes or other sacred musical materials. Audition required. May be repeated.
No credit.
ENS 1011 Wind Ensemble
An ensemble of wind and percussion instrumentalists that performs works from the wind band repertoire, with an emphasis on pieces that feature prominent usage of hymn or chorale tunes or other sacred musical materials. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.
One hour.
ENS 1020 Southwestern Singers
A mixed choir that appears in chapel, in concert, and on tour. Audition required. May be repeated.
No credit.
ENS 1021 Southwestern Singers
A mixed choir that appears in chapel, in concert, and on tour. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.
One hour.
ENS 1030 NewSound
A multifaceted large jazz ensemble that performs traditional “big band” repertory as well as literature emphasizing the school’s focus on church ministry. Performs on and off campus. Audition required. May be repeated.
No credit.
ENS 1031 NewSound
A multifaceted large jazz ensemble that performs traditional “big band” repertory as well as literature emphasizing the school’s focus on church ministry. Performs on and off campus. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.
One hour.
ENS 1040 Handbell Ensemble
An ensemble that seeks to demonstrate excellence in the art of handbell ringing. Audition required. May be repeated.
No Credit.
ENS 1041 Handbell Ensemble
An ensemble that seeks to demonstrate excellence in the art of handbell ringing. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.
One hour.
ENS 1050 Southwestern Chamber Chorale
A scholarshiped ensemble of selected singers that serves as a promotional arm of the school to churches, colleges, and universities in the United States and throughout the world. Occasional retreats, tour concerts, chapel appearances, and annual recitals are expected. Members must commit to two consecutive semesters, Fall to Spring. Audition required. Co-requisite: ENS 1020 or ENS 1021 Southwestern Singers. May be repeated.
No credit.
ENS 1100 Southwestern Seminary Master Chorale
A large mixed chorus that performs major sacred works for chorus and orchestra. Audition required. May be repeated.
No credit.
ENS 1101 Southwestern Seminary Master Chorale
A large mixed chorus that performs major sacred works for chorus and orchestra. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.
One hour.
ENS 1160 Worship Ensemble
A skill development ensemble that focuses on leading and performing vocal and instrumental music for different styles of worship services. May be repeated.
No credit.
ENS 1161 Worship Ensemble
A skill development ensemble that focuses on leading and performing vocal and instrumental music for different styles of worship services. May be repeated for credit.
One hour.
ENS 1170 Guitar Ensemble
An ensemble for students who want to improve their skills in reading, comping, and improvising. Class time will be spent rehearsing charts written specifically for guitar. All styles of music will be taken seriously. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
No credit.
ENS 1171 Guitar Ensemble
An ensemble for students who want to improve their skills in reading, comping, and improvising. Class time will be spent rehearsing charts written specifically for guitar. All styles of music will be taken seriously. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
One hour.
ENS 1180 Combo Lab I
An advanced lab that stresses the development and refinement of improvisation and performance skills in a small ensemble environment in traditional jazz literature as well as application in worship practice. Audition required. May be repeated.
No credit.
ENS 1181 Combo Lab I
An advanced lab that stresses the development and refinement of improvisation and performance skills in a small ensemble environment in traditional jazz literature as well as application in worship practice. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.
One hour.
ENS 1190 Combo Lab II
An introductory lab that stresses the development and refinement of improvisation and performance skills in a small ensemble environment in traditional jazz literature as well as application in worship practice. Audition required. May be repeated.
No credit.
ENS 1191 Combo Lab II
An introductory lab that stresses the development and refinement of improvisation and performance skills in a small ensemble environment in traditional jazz literature as well as application in worship practice. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.
One hour.
MUS 2120 Chapel Orchestra
Students participate in an orchestra during seminary chapel sessions. Audition required. May be repeated.
No credit.
MUS 2121 Chapel Orchestra
Students participate in an orchestra during seminary chapel sessions. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.
One hour.
MUS 3100 Children's Choir Lab
Laboratory teaching experience for MUS 3102. Co-requisite: MUS 3102.
No credit.
MUS 3102 Church Music Education I
A survey and analysis of educational philosophies influencing church music education and the development of sequential learning in music activity groups and choirs for children, youth, and adults. Specific emphasis is given to educational methods and materials and appropriate literature for the development of children's choirs in a local church music ministry. Co-requisite: MUS 3100. Prerequisite: THY 2103.
Two hours.
MUS 4100 Internship
Students will extend their classroom studies beyond the Southwestern campus through participation and practice in local church music ministry leadership under the supervision of the professor and a local minister. Prerequisite: CON 3102 or CON 3112.
No credit
MUS 4200 Internship
Students will extend their classroom studies beyond the Southwestern campus through participation and practice in local church music ministry leadership under the supervision of the professor and a local minister. Prerequisite: MUS 4100.
No credit.
PFL 1100 Performance Lab
Performance Lab consists of recitals, lectures, workshops, master classes, and other events presented by Southwestern ensembles, faculty, students, and guest artists, lecturers, and ensembles. Students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in the School of Church Music are required to complete a specified number of semesters in which they must attend a certain percentage of the scheduled events. May be repeated.
No credit.
PIA 1100 Piano Master Class
Group performance experience in which the members of each applied teacher's studio gather for performance, instruction, and discussion.
No credit.
PIA 1101, 1201, 2101, 2201, 3101, 3201, 4101, 4201 Applied Piano
Individual instruction in piano.
One hour.
PIA 1102, 1202, 2102, 2202, 3102, 3202, 4102, 4202 Applied Piano
Individual instruction in piano.
Two hours.
PIA 1901 Piano Pedagogy
A general survey and evaluation of teaching materials available for children and adult beginners in private lessons and class situations. Practical methods and procedures for the continuing development of technique, style, and musicianship.
One hour.
PIA 4811 Piano Literature
A historical survey of literature for the harpsichord and piano from the dates of their invention to the present.
One hour.
THY 1103 Theory and Musicianship I
An integrated course involving the study of diatonic harmony and elementary sight singing and ear training.
Three hours.
THY 1203 Theory and Musicianship II
An integrated course that continues THY 1103. Prerequisite: THY 1103.
Three hours.
THY 2103 Theory and Musicianship III
An integrated course involving the study of chromatic harmony and more advanced sight singing and ear training. Prerequisite: THY 1203.
Three hours.
THY 2203 Theory and Musicianship IV
An integrated course that includes instrumentation and continues the harmony and musicianship studies of THY 1103. Prerequisite: THY 2103.
Three hours.
THY 4102 Form in Music
A general study of form in tonal music beginning with phrase and period structures and concluding with sonata and other large forms. Prerequisite: THY 2203.
Two hours.
THY 4112 Instrumentation
A study of instruments and their capabilities including ranges, transposition, idiomatic techniques, and potential combinations. Prerequisite: THY 2203.
Two hours.
THY 4202 Counterpoint
Analysis and writing in the modal style of the sixteenth century and the tonal style of the eighteenth century. Prerequisite: THY 2203.
Two hours.
THY 4212 Post-Tonal Theory
An introduction to the melodic, contrapuntal, and harmonic styles of twentieth-century music. Analysis of music is emphasized. Prerequisite: THY 2203.
Two hours.
VOI 1100 Voice Master Class
Group performance experience in which the members of each applied teacher's studio gather for performance, instruction, and discussion.
No credit.
VOI 1101, 1201, 2101, 2201, 3101, 3201, 4101, 4201 Applied Voice
Individual instruction in voice.
One hour.
VOI 1102, 1202, 2102, 2202, 3102, 3202, 4102, 4202 Applied Voice
Individual instruction in voice.
Two hours.
VOI 1902 Voice Pedagogy
The study of basic techniques and materials used in teaching voice.
Two hours.
VOI 2402 Class Voice I
An introduction to solo vocal literature and the basic fundamentals of singing.
Two hours.
VOI 2502 Class Voice II
A continued introduction to solo vocal literature and the basic fundamentals of singing.
Two hours.
JAZ 1101, 1201, 2101, 2201, 3101, 3201, 4101, 4201 Jazz Applied Studies
Private instrumental study with an emphasis on jazz performance.
One hour.
JAZ 1102, 1202, 2102, 2202, 3102, 3202, 4102, 4202 Jazz Applied Studies
Private instrumental study with an emphasis on jazz performance.
Two hours.
ORG 1100 Organ Master Class
Group performance experience in which the members of each applied teacher's studio gather for performance, instruction, and discussion.
No credit.
ORG 1101, 1201, 2101, 2201, 3101, 3201, 4101, 4201 Organ
Individual instruction in organ.
One hour.
ORG 1102, 1202, 2102, 2202, 3102, 3202, 4102, 4202 Organ
Individual instruction in organ.
Two hours.
INS 1101, 1201, 2101, 2201, 3101, 3201, 4101, 4201 Applied Instrument
Individual instruction in an instrument.
One hour.
INS 1102, 1202, 2102, 2202, 3102, 3202, 4102, 4202 Applied Instrument
Individual instruction in an instrument.
Two hours.
CLG 3001 Class Guitar I
Beginning guitar for any seminary student, using standard beginning material.
One hour.
CLG 3011 Class Guitar II
Beginning guitar for any seminary student, using standard beginning material. Prerequisite: CLG 3001.
One hour.
COM 2100 Composition Master Class
All students concentrating in composition will meet weekly with a member or members of the composition faculty. The class will include discussions, guest speakers, and performance and discussion of student works. Enrollment required each semester a student is enrolled as a composition major.
No credit.
COM 2101, 2201, 3101, 3201, 4101, 4201 Applied Composition
The exploration of writing for a variety of media, forms, and genres. Prerequisite: THY 1203.
One hour.
COM 2102, 2202, 3102, 3202, 4102, 4202 Applied Composition
The exploration of writing for a variety of media, forms, and genres. Prerequisite: THY 1203.
Two hours.
COM 4112 Arranging
Practical arranging for choral and instrumental ensembles. Idiomatic uses of harmony, melodic figures, voicing, textures, tonal colors, and notational elements will be covered. Prerequisite: THY 2203 or permission of instructor.
Two hours.
COM 4122 Arranging for Worship
Class instruction in arranging pre-existing material for various vocal and instrumental combinations. Prerequisite: THY 2103.
Two hours.
MHS 2103 Music History Survey I
A study of musical styles and genres from Antiquity through the Renaissance within their historical context. Detailed analysis of selected works. Prerequisite: THY 2103.
Three hours
MHS 2203 Music History Survey II
A study of musical styles and genres from the Baroque and Classical eras within their historical context. Detailed analysis of selected works. Prerequisite: MHS 2103.
Three hours
MHS 2303 Music History Survey III
A study of musical styles and genres from the nineteenth century to the present within their historical context. Detailed analysis of selected works. Prerequisite: MHS 2203.
Three hours.
MHS 3103 Music History Seminar
Close study of musical repertories and issues (particularly ones that cross period divisions). Detailed analysis of selected works. Prerequisite: MHS 2203.
Three hours.
CON 3102 Conducting Worship
Study and drill of congregational and choral techniques, principles of musical expression, and rehearsal techniques for large and small ensembles. Prerequisite: THY 2103.
Two hours.
CON 3112 Conducting I
The elementary theory and practice of choral conducting. Prerequisite: THY 1203.
Two hours.
WOR 3102 Introduction to Creative Worship
A survey of biblical, theological, philosophical, and aesthetic issues in worship. Focus will be given to the crafting of a sound, relevant service; issues of sound reinforcement and media; and staging.
Two hours.
WOR 3202 Principles of Worship Leadership
A survey of the biblical and theological principles and foundations of worship leadership. Studies in the role of worship leadership will cover areas such as pastoral care, inter-personal relations, inter-staff relations, and biblical leadership.
Two hours.
WOR 3212 Worship Multimedia and Technology
Studies and practice in worship multimedia, synthesizers, sampling, MIDI, acoustics, and effects processing.
Two hours.
ENG 0103 Basic English
An introductory study of the basics of English, including reading comprehension and composition. Attention will be given to the development of effective study skills, critical thinking skills, and communication skills.
Zero hours.
HMK 2101 Orientation to Homemaking
This introductory course provides an overview of the concentration of
homemaking. Students will gain a biblical perspective on homemaking and its importance in history.
One hour.
HMK 3001 Horner Homemaking Practicum
This course will provide students with a cooperative learning experience in a residential setting with a focus on applying practical life skills of homemaking. Limited to and required of students selected as residents of the Horner Homemaking House. This course can be repeated for credit.
One hour.
HMK 3103 Biblical Model for Home and Family
Focus on the biblical role of women related to the home, family, church, ministry, and relationships.
Three hours.
HMK 3113 Nutrition
The focus of this introductory course is on basic nutritional principles with applications to growth, development, and healthy nutrition choices throughout the life cycle. Emphasis will be given to the basic food components and their physiological relationships within the body.
Three hours
HMK 3123 Home and Family Management
This course will focus on management concepts that are an important part of the home and family decision-making process and the allocation of human, financial and natural resources to achieve family goals. Topics covered include: goal setting, time management, stress management, planning, household management and budgeting.
Three hours
HMK 3203 Value of a Child
A study of the spiritual, physical, emotional and cognitive development of a child.
Three hours
HMK 3204 Meal Preparation with Lab
The focus of this course is on the basic principles of selecting, preparing and serving nutritional foods. Various fundamentals and techniques of meal preparation and management will be emphasized and applied through weekly laboratory exercises. Prerequisite: HMK 3113.
Four hours
HMK 4101 Senior Seminar
This course will focus on putting fundamental elements of homemaking into practice. This course is to be taken as a pre-requisite to the senior practicum and should be taken the first semester of the student’s final year.
One hour
HMK 4103 Basics of Design
Introduces the student to design and includes colors, space, interior design, and a brief overview of clothing construction.
Three hours
HMK 4201 Senior Practicum
In this course students will be placed in real life situations with a focus of putting fundamental elements of homemaking into practice. This course serves as the capstone course of the program and should be taken the student's final semester.
One hour
HMK 4204 Clothing Construction with Lab
A study of patterns, fabric, equipment, and sewing. This course includes a lab each week. Prerequisite: HMK 4103.
Four hours
CHP 1000 Chapel
The chapel service at Southwestern is central to instilling the Christian qualities becoming to anyone seeking to serve the Lord in their life. College students who do not transfer credits to Southwestern must pass six semesters of chapel to graduate from the College at Southwestern. Those students transferring credits will have the number of required semesters reduced based on the number of credits transferred. The exact number of required semesters will be communicated at the conclusion of the transfer process.
Zero hours.
STW 2103 Financial Stewardship
The focus of this course is on the fundamentals of personal financial stewardship. Lectures, readings, and other assignments are designed to help students learn and apply important financial management concepts and prepare them to be confident everyday stewards.
Three hours.