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History, Politics, and Philosphy Courses
History (HI)
1013 World Civilization I (3) F
A survey of the major civilizations of the world, emphasizing the most significant trends, personalities and events n Asian, African, European and American civilizations from 4500 B.C. to A.D. 1600.
1023 World Civilization II (3) SP
Same as 1013 except begins at 1500 and continues to present.
1113 Foundations of Western Civilization to 1600 (3) F, SP, SU
A survey of the major personalities, events, and trends in the early history of Western civilization.
1123 Foundations of Western Civilization Since 1600 (3) F, SP, SU
A survey of the major personalities, events, and trends in Western civilization since the Reformation.
1213 Themes in American History (3) SP
A course designed to introduce the student to the concept of history using a variety of issues and ideas in American history as a basis.
2213 History of the United States I (3) F, SP, SU
European backgrounds to the Civil War.
2223 History of the United States II (3) F, SP, SU
Civil War to the present.
2233 Introduction to Public History (3) F*
A course to introduce students to a variety of skills and professions which use historical skills outside of the classroom, including museums, archives, preservation, etc. This course may satisfy the SALT Tier II requirement.
3013 Historiography (3) F
A basic introduction to the field of history, historical methods, historical writing, and the use of the computer in the historical field.
3051 Teaching Resources Seminar (1) F
To be taken before the Professional Semester. The major requirement is the construction of a teaching unit.
3063 History of Medicine and Related Sciences (3) F*
The study of medical research and healthcare since ancient times.
3083 History of Greece (3) F*
A survey of ancient Greece, beginning with the Helladic period and the Minoan civilization and concluding with a study of the amalgamated Hellenistic period.
3093 Roman History (3) SP*
A survey of the history of ancient Rome from its early beginnings around 2000 B.C. to the downfall of the Western Empire in A.D. 476.
3113 Medieval Europe (4th Century-1350) (3) F*
A survey of Medieval civilization from the fall of the Roman Empire to the eve of the modern world.
3123 Renaissance and Reformation (1350-1648) (3) SP*
A course emphasizing the Italian and Northern Renaissances and the Protestant and Catholic Reformation movements, 1300-1648.
3133 Eighteenth Century Europe (3) F*
This course spans Europe from the Treaty of Westphalia to the defeat of Napoleon.
3143 Nineteenth Century Europe (1815-1914) (3) SP
A study that begins with the fall of Napoleon and continues to the outbreak of World War I.
3153 Twentieth Century Europe (1914-present) (3) F
Beginning with World War I, this course continues to the present.
3203 Colonial America (3) F*
A survey of the Colonial Americas ending with the American Revolution. Prerequisite: History 2213 or permission of the instructor.
3213 National Period (1776-1850) (3) SP*
Prerequisite: History 2213 or permission of the instructor.
3243 Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877) (3) F*
Beginning with the Compromise of 1850, this course stresses the division of the United States to the end of the Reconstruction era. Prerequisite: History 2223 or permission of the instructor.
3253 Foundations of 20th Century America (1877-1941) (3) SP*
A study emphasizing Industrialism, Populism, Progressivism, World War I, the Roaring ‘20s, and the New Deal. Prerequisites: History 2223 or permission of the instructor.
3263 Recent American Issues (1941-present) (3) SP
A study of major issues beginning with World War II to the present. Prerequisite: History 2223 or permission of the instructor.
3313 Historical Geography of the United States (3) SP*
A study of the geography of the United States from discovery and settlement, giving attention to the spread of population and the problems faced until the 1890s.
3323 Cultural Geography (3) F
An examination of the main regions of global geography with an emphasis on area studies and human-to-land reltionships.
400V Internship in Public History (1-12) F, SP
Application process begins the semester before internship is to begin.
4013** Religion and American Culture (3) F, SP*
An overview of American religions from the Colonial era to the present. See also Bible 3753.
4023 History of Tennessee (3) SP*
The study of Tennessee emphasizing the political, cultural, social, and religious developments.
4053 History and Politics of the Middle East (3) SP*
An historical survey of Middle Eastern Civilizations and an analysis of their political systems.
4nn1 Readings in History (1) F, SP, SU
Readings in areas where special needs or interests exist. Students must produce critical reviews on at least three books.
4103 Latin America (3) SP*
An overview of Latin America with emphasis on the political, social, and economic conditions.
4113 England Before the 17th Century (3) SP*
A study of the English history from earliest times to the death of Elizabeth I.
4123 England Since the 17th Century (3) SP*
The political, social, and cultural development of England since 1600.
4133 History and Politics of Russia (3) F*
A study of 19th and 20th century Russia with special emphasis on the Russian Revolution.
4143 Modern China and the Far East (3)
A survey of the political, religious, intellectual, and cultural developments of modern China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. Offered on demand.
4153 Urban History and Politics (3) SP*
A historical and political overview of the city in American History. See also Political Science 3113.
4163 The South in American History (3)
A course that stresses ideas and attitudes that make the South a distinct region. Offered on demand.
4173 The American Civil Rights Movement (3) F*
A survey of America’s Civil Rights history with special attention to Nashville’s role in the movement.
4183 Native American Studies (3)
A survey of American Indian history and culture. Offered on demand.
4193 U.S. Military History (3) SP*
A survey of military history that focuses on American wars, military leadership, politics, and the evolution of U.S. military doctrine. Prerequisite: History 2213 and 2223 or permission of instructor.
4803 History Travel (3) SU
A group travel course with an instructor from Lipscomb. There are reading and writing requirements associated with the course.
490V Selected Topics (1,2, 3)
A diversity of topics will be made available to the student. Topics will be announced in the semester schedule. Courses offered the past include World War II, Nashville Scenes, Byzantine History, History of Germany, History of France, and Lost Civilizations. Offered on demand.
4993 Senior Seminar (3) SP, SU
This course is required of all History and American Studies majors.
Philosophy (PL)
1003 Introduction to Philosophy (3) F, SP
This course provides an opportunity for students to begin reflecting upon the major thinkers, traditions and problems of philosophy. Consideration is given to philosophical method, epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of religion and ethics.
2013 Logic (3) SP*
Informal logic and common fallacies in reasoning; formal logic/deductive arguments; identifying formal fallacies.
3213 History of Philosophy: Ancient and Medieval (3) F
A study of Greek and Roman philosophers with emphasis on Plato and Aristotle. An examination of major concerns of medieval philosophy with emphasis on the works of Thomas Aquinas.
3223 History of Philosophy: Modern and Contemporary (3) SP
A study of Rationalist, Empiricist, Existential and Phenomenological traditions, ending in such philosophers as Descartes, Kant, Locke, Berkley, Hume, Kierkegaard, Sartre and Husserl.
3433 Ethical Theory (3) F*, SP*; Honors credit available
An investigation of the alternative approaches found in the history of ethics and moral philosophy. Readings in Plato, Aristotle, Thomas Aquinas, Kant, Mill and others as might indicate the major deontological and teleological theories.
3533** Biomedical Ethics (3) F; Honors credit available
The course will begin with brief consideration of ethical theory and proceed to a consideration of the major problems of bioethics: medical confidentiality, informed consent, the allocation of scarce medical resources, abortion, euthanasia, and the physician-patient relationship. Consideration will be given to biblical perspectives. WC (3).
366V** Business and Professional Ethics (1, 2, 3) F, SP, SU (2); SU* (3) Adult
Lectures, readings and case studies will be used to focus attention on the major problems in the ethics of business and professional life. Consideration will be given to biblical perspectives. WC (3).
3nnV Topics in Philosophy (1, 2, 3) F, SP
Selected readings around a contemporary issue of philosophical significance. May be repeated. (The middle two digits will vary depending on the topic chosen.)
4003** Metaphysics (3) SP*
An examination and critique of various presuppositions about the nature of reality and the implications of those presuppositions.
4013** Philosophy of Religion (3) F*, Honors credit available
A discussion and critique of philosophical arguments, both for and against the existence of God. Prerequisite: Philosophy 1003.
4223** Apologetics (3) F*, Honors credit available
An emphasis upon the rational defense or justification of truth claims of the Christian faith.
4993 Seminar in Philosophy (3) SP*
Required of all majors. Prerequisites: Philosophy 1003, 2013.
4nnV Readings and Independent Study in Philosophy (1, 2, 3)
A course designed for independent study for students majoring or minoring in philosophy. Reading, research, and writing will be assigned to provide the student with opportunities to extend learning programs in the philosophy curriculum. Three hours are permitted toward the major or minor. Offered on demand. Permission of instructor required.
Political Science (PO)
1013 Introduction to Politics (3) F, SP
A study of the political patterns of today’s world, explaining the instruments, functions, and theories of modern governments.
1023 Introduction to American Government (3) F, SP
An introduction to American government and politics, focusing on the presidency, congress, and the courts.
2253 American State and Local Government (3) SP
An examination of the structure, functions, and politics of state and local governments.
3013 Political Communication (3)
The study of political communication including the mass media and public opinion. Offered on demand.
3033 International Relations (3) SP*
An examination of the international political system.
3113 Urban History and Politics (3)
The theory, history, structure, and politics of the city. Offered on demand.
3123 Public Policy Making (3) SU*
A systematic study of elements of the policy process, examining contemporary policy issues and policy analysis.
3133 Comparative Governments (3) F*
An analysis of patterns of political development, social forces, institutions, and public policy in modern Europe.
3153 Politics of Developing Countries (3)
An analysis of the problems facing the non-western, less developed states of the world. Offered on demand.
3213 U.S. Political Parties and Elections (3) F*
An analysis of the U.S. party system giving emphasis to the history, functions, and organization of parties.
3223 Contemporary Political Methodologies (3) F
An introduction to statistical and research methods in the field of political science.
3253 History of European Political Thought I (3) F
A chronological study of the great thinkers in the western tradition from the Greeks to the theorists of the seventeenth century.
3263 History of European Political Thought II (3) SP
A chronological study of the great thinkers in the western tradition from the seventeenth century to the present.
3283 American Political Thought (3) F*
A study of the American political tradition from colonial status to the present.
3313 Public Administration I (3) F
A study of management in the executive departments of the national, state, and local levels focusing on the development of interdisciplinary skills in the areas of management, organizational theory, and administrative leadership and accountability.
3323 Public Administration II (3) SP
A study of management in the executive departments at the national, state, and local levels focusing on concepts like decision-making, policy making, budgeting, administrative law, and ethics, which are relevant in a variety of disciplines. (No prerequisite required.)
3413 Executive-Legislative Process (3) SP*
Examines the role of Congress and the presidency in the development of American politics. Attention is given to relations between the Executive Office of the president and Congress.
3433 Judicial Process (3) SP*
An examination of the role of law, the judicial structure, process, and participation in federal and state courts, and problems confronting the justice system.
400V Internship in Political Science (1-12) SP
A practicum for political science and public administration majors. Six hours maximum counted toward major; three hours toward minor.
4053 History and Politics of the Middle East (3) SP*
An historical survey of Middle Eastern civilizations and an analysis of their political systems.
4133 History and Politics of Russia (3) F*
A study of 19th and 20th century Russia with special emphasis on the Russian Revolution.
4nn1 Readings in Political Science (1)
Directed readings in areas where classwork has been taken. May be taken up to three times. The nn will vary depending on the topic chosen. Offered on demand.
4203 Constitutional Law (3) F
An examination of Constitutional development by studying Supreme Court decisions dealing with judicial review,
separation of powers, federalism, criminal procedure, First Amendment freedoms, and civil rights.
4213 American Foreign Policy (3) SP*
A study of traditions, organization, limiting factors, and conduct of American foreign policy.
4233 International Law and International Organizations (3)
Investigates principles of international law and their relationship to international organizations. Offered on demand.
4513 Criminal Law and Procedure (3) SP*
A study of the American criminal justice system, its laws, procedures, and participants.
470V Selected Topics (1, 2, 3)
A study of selected problems in the field of political science. Offered on demand.
4803 Political Science Travel (3) SU
A group travel course with an instructor from Lipscomb. There is also a reading requirement for the course.
4813 Washington Seminar (3) SU
Conducted in Washington, this course is highlighted by an intensive week of briefings and seminars with key policymakers. The focus is on foreign policy and national security issues. There is also a reading requirement for the course.
490V Research and Field Study (1, 2, 3)
A supervised original research work directed toward problem solving or publication. Offered on demand.
4993 Seminar in Political Science (3) SP, SU
A study of current problems in political science with emphasis on materials and methods.
*Offered in alternate years
** Fulfills daily Bible requirements for the days it meets.