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Academic Catalog
   
    Sep 23, 2024  
Academic Catalog - Fall 2015 
    
Academic Catalog - Fall 2015 [ARCHIVED]

Course Descriptions


Courses with codes 1000-4999 are Undergraduate level offerings. Courses with codes 5000-7999 are Graduate level offerings. Courses with codes 8000 and above are Advanced level offerings.

 

Certificate

  
  • ETH 0790 - Current Issues in Christian Ethics


    Intensive study and research of one or more moral issues which are of immediate concern to the Church, society, and Christian ethicists.
      1 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
  
  • EVA 0661 - Christian Growth and Discipleship


    An introduction to principles of development and their application to personal spiritual growth and discipleship development. .
      1 semester hr(s).
  
  • HIS 0513 - Baptist History: Identity Heritage and Polity


    An examination of Baptist origins and development, denominational structures, and theological emphases. A significant component of the class will address Southern Baptist heritage with special emphasis given to cooperative missions and the Cooperative Program.
      1 semester hr(s).
  
  • MIS 0500 - Introduction to Great Commission Studies


    An introduction to the biblical, theological, and practical aspects related to the practice and fulfillment of the Great Commission. Special attention is given to contemporary methods of doing missions and evangelism. 1 semester hr(s).
  
  • MIS 0655 - Developing a Church Planting Methodology


    A survey of church planting models, including analysis of the sociology of a reproducing church and a demographic study of designated North American mission areas.
      1 semester hr(s).
  
  • MIS 0656 - Church Planting in Global Contexts


    An overview of church planting in its biblical, theological, sociological and practical dimensions. Students will be equipped to develop a vision and values for church planting that is theologically driven and contextually appropriate.
      1 semester hr(s).
  
  • MIS 0690 - Missions Practicum


    A combination of academic study and field missionary experience conducted in selected settings under approved supervision, in cooperation with the North American Mission Board or the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention and/or Baptist State Conventions and local churches.
      For Registration, contact the office of Dr. Al James 1 semester hr(s). P/F
  
  • MIS 0696 - Current Topics in North American Missions


    An intensive study of selected current issues in missions within North America. Topics will be announced. (May be taken more than once for credit). .
      1 semester hr(s).
  
  • MIS 0697 - Current Topics in International Missions


    A study of current issues in international missions. Topics will be announced. (May be taken more than once for credit).
      1 semester hr(s).
  
  • MIS 0698 - Business as Mission(s)


    This course is designed to introduce the student to the concept of Business as Mission(s). An understanding of how kingdom values are integrated into the workplace in our culture and how transferable models can be designed for reaching the world through “business as mission(s)” will be introduced and defined. 3 semester hr(s). letter every 2 years in the fall
  
  • MUS 0010 - Introduction to Basic Musicianship


    A study of the rudiments of musicianship which includes elementary knowledge of writing music, harmony, and part writing. 2 semester hr(s). Spring semester.
  
  • NTS 0510 - Introduction to New Testament Interpretation


    An introduction to the Second Temple period, the New Testament world, and the content of the New Testament. 1 semester hr(s).
  
  • NTS 0511 - New Testament I: Jesus & The Gospels


    An introductory course, including the inter-testamental period, the New Testament world and the life of Christ.
      1 semester hr(s).
  
  • NTS 0512 - New Testament II: Acts, Epistles and Revelation


    An introductory course, including the biblical history of the Apostolic period, Apostolic epistolary literature, and the Apocalypse. 1 semester hr(s).
  
  • OTS 0510 - Introduction to Old Testament Interpretation


    An introduction to critical issues related to the interpretation of the Old Testament, the history of Israel, and the contents and major theological motifs of the Old Testament. 1 semester hr(s).
  
  • OTS 0511 - Old Testament I: Pentateuch & Historical Books


    An introduction to the history, literature, and religion of the Old Testament, including a detailed examination of the problems and interpretations of the Pentateuch and Former Prophets.
      1 semester hr(s).
  
  • OTS 0512 - Old Testament II: Wisdom, Poetry, and Prophets


    A continuation of OTS 5110 with a focus on the Latter Prophets and the Hagiographa.
      1 semester hr(s).
  
  • PHI 0510 - Christian Philosophy


    An introductory study of the relationship between Christian theology and philosophy including an overview of the history of ideas and worldviews. Topics covered will include faith and reason, the existence of God, science and faith, the problem of evil, and the basis for knowledge and values.
      1 semester hr(s).
  
  • PHI 0795 - Special Topics in Christian Thought


    Review, analysis and critique of selected issues of current importance in Christian Philosophy and Apologetics. Topics vary and will be announced when the course is offered. 1 semester hr(s).
  
  • PMN 0650 - Pastoral Ministry


    An integrative study of the nature and practice of pastoral ministry. 1 semester hr(s).
  
  • PMN 0673 - Christian Leadership


    An analysis of the tasks, styles, and models of leadership, giving special emphasis to the biblical guidelines and church context of Christian leadership. 1 semester hr(s).
  
  • PMN 0790 - Mentored Internship I


    Experience an appropriate field setting with an approved supervisor (up to 9 hours of credit.) . Prerequisite: Student must have a Field Supervisor and Mentorship plan provided and approved as part of the application process through the EQUIP:Great Commission Equipping Network Office prior to registering for this class. 1 semester hr(s).
  
  • THE 0611 - Christian Theology I


    A comprehensive study of the major doctrines of the Christian faith from the point of view of those who are within the Christian church. The nature of theology, its methods and claims are discussed and accessed. The major Christian doctrines are examined in their mutual relationships: revelation, God, creation, providence, man.
      It is recommended that students enroll in this course prior to taking THE0612 and THE0613. 1 semester hr(s).
  
  • THE 0612 - Christian Theology II


    A continuation of THE 0611. An examination of the doctrines of sin, Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit, and salvation. It is recommended that students complete THE0611 prior to enrolling in this course. 1 semester hr(s).
  
  • THE 0613 - Christian Theology III


    A continuation of THE0611 and THE0612. An examination of the doctrines of the church and last things.
      It is recommended that students complete THE0611 prior to enrolling in this course. 1 semester hr(s).

ThM, Master of Theology

  
  • THM 8000 - Th.M. Continuous Enrollment


    For Th.M. students who have previously registered for IND8582 Th.M. Guided Research or IND8590 Th.M. Thesis but have not completed their writing. Also for Th.M. students who do not wish to register for an academic course during a given semester but must maintain continuous enrollment to avoid being dropped from their program of studies. Th.M. Continuous Enrollment is billable for three hours each semester. Not for degree credit. Repeatable. 3 semester hr(s).
  
  • THM 8500 - Bibliographical Research


    Under the supervision of one’s Major Professor, as the initial research requirement of the Th.M. program, an original extensive bibliographical report is prepared surveying the most significant of Southeastern’s library resources (including AV and computer resources) in the field and especially in the degree specialization the student has chosen. 3 semester hr(s).
  
  • THM 8580 - ThM Guided Reading I


    Under the supervision of a Major Professor, a Th.M. student completes between 2,500 and 3,500 pages of assigned reading per semester in the student’s major field of study. Assigned reading and method(s) of accountability are set by the Major Professor and approved by the Director of the Th.M. program. 3 semester hr(s).
  
  • THM 8581 - ThM Guided Reading II


    Continuation of IND8580 Th.M. Guided Reading I. Under the supervision of a Major Professor, A Th.M. student completes between 2,500 and 3,500 pages of assigned reading per semester in the student’s major field of study. Assigned reading and method(s) of accountability are set by the Major Professor and approved by the Director of the Th.M. program. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): IND8580
  
  • THM 8582 - ThM Guided Research


    Under the supervision of a Major Professor, a Th.M. student completes a 40-60 page research project. Students who fail to complete THM8582 Th.M. Guided Research, must enroll in THM 8000   Continuous Enrollment every semester until the completion of their research project. 3 semester hr(s).
  
  • THM 8590 - ThM Thesis


    Under the supervision of a Major Professor, a Th.M. (Thesis) student completes a 100-125 page thesis. Students who fail to complete THM8590: Th.M. Thesis must enroll in THM 8000  Continuous Enrollment every semester until the completion of their research project. 9 semester hr(s).
 

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