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HUMA 130	HUMA 130 Introduction to Law Course Credits: 3 Law plays an important role in Canada, including in structuring and regulating the interactions between governments, between governments and private individuals, and between private individuals. This course provides an introduction to the Canadian legal system. Topics to be examined include: the nature, types and sources of Canadian law, the organization of the legal profession, the Canadian court system, and specific branches of law, such as contract and torts. The course will provide a basic understanding of the Canadian legal system and the practice of law, as well as a greater appreciation of law in Canadian society. The course will also examine the significant Christian influences to the development of our law, rule of law, and system of government.
HUMA 390	HUMA 390 Special Topics in the Humanities Course Credits: 3 An examination of special topics or issues in the humanities which are not considered in depth in other courses. Prerequisite(s): 3rd year standing
NATS 481	NATS 481 Christian Perspectives in the Sciences: Life Sciences Course Credits: 3 This is a liberal arts-oriented capstone course concerning the integration of Christianity with the Life Sciences and other disciplines taught within the Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences. Christian beliefs are applied to an understanding and evaluation of modern science and technology. The course integrates elements of theology, history and philosophy of science, and specific topics where Christian faith and science intersect. This course consists of three parts: general topics in science, further explorations of topics in the Life Sciences, and student-led seminars occurring in interdisciplinary groups. Prerequisite(s): One of RELS 110, 111, 112, or 160; Completion of at least 60 sem. hrs. of study by end of preceding semester; and at least 12 sem. hrs. of Biology, Biotechnology, or Environmental Sciences courses.
NATS 482	NATS 482 Christian Perspectives in the Sciences: Chemistry Course Credits: 3 This is a liberal arts-oriented capstone course concerning the integration of Christianity with chemistry and other disciplines taught within the Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences. Christian beliefs found in Scripture are applied to an understanding and evaluation of modern science and technology. The course integrates elements of theology, history and philosophy of science, and specific topics where Christian faith and science intersect. This course consists of three parts: general topics in science, further exploration of topics for students within chemistry, and student-led seminars in interdisciplinary groups. Prerequisite(s): One of RELS 110, 111, 112, or 160; Completion of at least 60 sem. hrs. of study by end of preceding semester and at least 12 sem. hrs. of Chemistry.
NATS 483	NATS 483 Christian Perspectives in the Sciences: Computing Science Course Credits: 3 This is a liberal arts-oriented capstone course concerning the integration of Christianity with computing science and other disciplines taught within the Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences. Christian beliefs are applied to an understanding and evaluation of modern science and technology. The course integrates elements of theology, history and philosophy of science, and specific topics where Christian faith and science intersect. This course consists of three parts: general topics in science, further exploration of topics for students within computing science, and student-led seminars in interdisciplinary groups. Prerequisite(s): One of RELS 110, 111, 112, or 160; Completion of at least 60 sem. hrs. of study by end of preceding semester and at least 12 sem. hrs. of Computing Science
NATS 484	NATS 484 Christian Perspectives in the Sciences: Mathematics Course Credits: 3 This is a liberal arts-oriented capstone course concerning the integration of Christianity with mathematics and other disciplines taught within the Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences. Christian beliefs found in Scripture are applied to an understanding and evaluation of modern science and technology. The course integrates elements of theology, history and philosophy of science, and specific topics where Christian faith and science intersect. This course consists of three parts: general topics in science, further exploration of topics for students within Mathematics, and student-led seminars in interdisciplinary groups. Prerequisite(s): One of RELS 110, 111, 112, or 160; Completion of at least 60 sem. hrs. of study by end of preceding semester and at least 12 sem. hrs. of Mathematics. NB: Not offered every year.
SOCS 305	SOCS 305 Research Methods in the Social Sciences Course Credits: 3 This course provides a survey of empirical research methods, both qualitative and quantitative, used in social and political analysis with practical application of these methods to such issues as research design; the preparation of a literature review; the application of quantitative survey techniques and case study methods; interviewing techniques; and research ethics. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of social sciences/social studies.
SOCS 383	SOCS 383 Social Data Analysis Course Credits: 3 Social scientists greatly benefit from the use of statistical analyses in their respective disciplines. Through a comprehensive investigation of data description; drawing statistical inference; testing the significance of differences and relationships and modeling predictive relationships students will develop a quantitative and computational inquiry. Discipline specific experiential learning modules will be employed where appropriate. Cross-listed: GENV 383 Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of social sciences.

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