Health & Natural Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Natural Science: Health Science = 120 Credit Hours

• 43 Credits – General Education
• 40 Credits – Health Science Core
• 16 Credits – Health Science Electives
• 21 Credits – Open Electives

Knowledge

• To demonstrate and apply knowledge of terms and concepts employed in the natural sciences.
• To apply the scientific method by being able to design, carry out, and write up scientific investigations.
• To be able to think critically and evaluate scientific ideas and investigations.

Skills

• To demonstrate laboratory skills and safety -, safety tests, MSDS knowledge.
• To demonstrate the use of and apply mathematical concepts.
• To demonstrate the ability to evaluate scientific ideas and studies.

Attitudes

• To articulate ethical positions on controversial scientific issues and apply them to a Biblical worldview.
• To demonstrate integrity and responsibility.
• To demonstrate an understanding of the Biblical admonition to subdue the earth and rule over its creatures (i.e. to be stewards of the creation) (Gen. 1:28).

The Central Christian College business student has multiple ways to enrich their educational experience through off-campus opportunities. The department regularly offers national and international travel opportunities to study various topics including economics, finance, culture, trade, and monetary systems. Arrangements can also be made to study with the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) in their Best Semester program. CCC is also partnering with Students International where students have the opportunity to spend a semester in another country studying local culture, finance, economics, language, investment, entrepreneurship, etc.

The first course (one semester) of a three semester sequence in calculus including studies of graphs, functions, limits, differentiation, and applications of differentiation, integration, and applications of integration.

This course is the first in a two-course sequence, which completes an eight semester hour college algebra based physics block. It meets the requirement for a basic professional level course supporting science majors not needing a calculus based physics course such as those going into pre-med. However, for those planning to take the MCAT, both semesters are needed. Topics covered include mechanics and fluids.

A study of the chemical and physical organization of cells, development, genetics, and a survey of invertebrates with an emphasis on comparative anatomy, morphology, and physiology. Also included is a study of evolutionary and creationist theories and concepts. It is designed to provide a foundation in animal biology for all those interested in further study in life sciences.

The first in a series of two courses designed to study the gross and micro structure and function of the major systems of the human body. This course will focus primarily on support and movement systems, communication, control, and integrative systems. This course is designed for students who need an introduction to anatomy and physiology. This includes those pursuing pre-medicine, pre-nursing, pre-physical therapy, pre-medical technology, sports science majors, and others who have an interest in the material.