Accounting
ACCT 211 - Principles of Accounting I
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: BUSI 102
Description:
A study of basic transactions, general ledger accounts, books of
original entry, closing and adjusting entry processes, trial balances,
financial statements, accounting for assets, liabilities, sole
proprietorship equity, revenues, and expenses.
ACCT 212 - Principles of Accounting II
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ACCT211
Description:
A study of the fundamentals of partnership and corporate accounting,
financial statement analysis, income tax, branch accounting, and cost
accounting.
BUSI 322 - Managerial Accounting
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ACCT212 and BUSI320
Description:
Emphasis is upon utilization of cost data in planning and controlling
activities. Internal and external data are woven into the planning
models. Specific areas are: process job order, standing, functional
relationships, and budgeting. Emphasis is placed upon the present value
model for capital budgeting and decision making.
Anthropology
ANTH 101 - Introduction to Christianity
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
A basic understanding of the Bible and the Christian faith and how it is
foundational to the study of the Western world. This course will
introduce the student to the God of Creation, Jesus Christ & his
life and teachings of the Bible in today's lifestyle.
ANTH 205 - Introduction to Japanese Religion
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
In addition to examining the historical development of the different
religions represented in Japan, the course will also look briefly at the
religious world view of the Japanese, the main object of worship, and
the influence of religion on Japanese art. Students will required to
give a short presentation on one of the many "New Religions"
in Japan, and a short self-study lesson will deal with the differences
between true Buddhism and what is practiced in Japan under the name of
Buddhism.
ANTH 220 - Japanese Missiology
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: One class on religions
Description:
Beginning with the first incursion of missionaries from Europe, and
moving through the three basic periods of Japan's openness to the West,
students will examine various approaches taken to introduce the claims
of the Christian faith within the Japanese culture, as well as other
relevant topics related to this theme of study.
Art
ARTS 103 - Art Appreciation
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
An introduction to the visual arts designed to help students
understand and enjoy various art media and their cultural backgrounds.
Biology
BIOL 200 - Foundations of Biology
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: None
Description:
An introduction to the fundamental principles of biology. Emphasis is
placed upon scientific methodology; molecular, cellular and energetic
bases of life; major metabolic processes; cellular and organismic
reproduction; Mendelian and population genetics; speciation;
phylogenetic reconstruction; ecological interactions; and a brief survey
of organisms. Lab fee. Restricted to biology and pre-medicine students.
BIOL 203 - Introductory Microbiology
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: None
Description:
An examination of the fundamental principles of microscopic organisms.
Microorganisms are examined with regard to cell structure, metabolism,
heredity, diversity and taxonomy. The basic concept of genetic
engineering, pathogenicity, human disease, and immunology are presented.
Lab fee.
BIOL 207 - General Botany
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: BIOL200
Description:
A survey of the diversity of organisms in the Prokaryote, Fungi,
Protista, and Plantae kingdoms. Emphasis is placed upon the morphology,
physiology, anatomy, taxonomy, reproduction and phylogeny of plants.
Restricted to biology and pre-medicine students. Lab fee.
BIOL 208 - General Zoology
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: BIOL200
Description:
A systematic survey of the animal kingdom, including all of the major
phyla. The emphasis is on taxonomy, physiology, morphology, and life
histories. Lab fee.
BIOL 301 - Genetics
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: BIOL200, 207, 208, and CHEM 301
Description:
A study of the principles of heredity with emphasis on inheritance in
individuals and populations. Lab fee.
BIOL 310 - Ecology
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: BIOL200, 207, 208, and MATH201 or 211
Description:
An examination of the interrelationships between organisms and the
biotic and abiotic factors in their environment. Lab fee.
BIOL 400 - Biology Seminar
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: Sixteen (16) hours of Biology and COMS101
Description:
The preparation and presentation of a paper, discussion of
presentations, and /or the discussion of articles in the scientific
literature. This course can be repeated and up to four hours can be
applied toward the major. Restricted to biology majors and minors.
BIOL 403 - Embryology
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: BIOL200, 207 and 208
Description:
Fundamentals of early development and experimental analysis of
development systems and a descriptive and comparative study of
organogenesis with emphasis on vertebrates. Lab fee.
BIOL 415 - Cell Biology
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: BIOL200, 207, 208, 301 and CHEM301
Description:
A study of the organization and function of living matter at the
cellular level. Lab fee.
BIOL 416 - Comparative Animal Physiology
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: BIOL200, 207, 208, 301 and CHEM301
Description:
A comparative study of the differences and similarities in the
functional processes of animals belonging to various animal groups in a
variety of environmental settings. Recommended for pre-med students. Lab
fee.
BIOL 495 - Special Problems in Biology
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Sixteen (16) hours of Biology and consent of instructor
and Department Chairman.
Description:
The preparation of a paper based on library, laboratory, and/or field
research of a problem selected after consultation with the Biology
faculty. Limited to students planning to pursue graduate studies in
Biology. Only four hours may count toward the biology major.
Business
BUSI 102 - Introduction to Computer-based Systems
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
An introduction to computers and data processing. Lab fee.
BUSI 301 - Business Law
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
Description:
Designed to increase the understanding of those legal principles which
apply to normal business transactions. Contracts, labor-management
responsibilities, property, insurance partnerships, corporations, wills
and trusts, torts and business crimes are among the topics discussed.
BUSI 302 - Japanese Business/Economics
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
Description:
This course will survey important issues and developments in the
Japanese economy along with the business environment and political
pressures affecting these areas. Topics such as economic growth; the
role of financial markets; structure of labor markets and social
changes; and the great importance of international trade and finance
will be examined. Current topics will also be presented for discussion,
such as the "post-Bubble Japanese economy."
BUSI 310 - Principles of Management
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Junior standing
Description:
Management requires a balance between social (people) and technical
(quantitative) perspectives, as well as between efficiency and
effectiveness. This course emphasizes the application of these
perspectives in each of the planning, organizing , leading and
controlling functions.
BUSI 320 - Corporate Finance
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ACCT212, ECNC214, and Junior Standing.
Description:
A study of the financial forms of business organization, with special
attention to the corporation and its advantages and disadvantages;
capital stocks and bonds; budgeting; dividend policy; failure and
reorganization; financial accounting; and cash flows .
BUSI 330 - Marketing
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Junior standing.
Description:
The study of the system of activities that constitute marketing with
emphasis on the principles, policies and strategies utilized to identify
and satisfy the needs and wants of consumers. The universal application
of marketing in all forms of organizations is stressed.
BUSI 340 - Organizational Behavior I
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: BUSI310 or consent of instructor.
Description:
This introductory course in organizational behavior integrates the
management and behavioral principles, techniques, and concepts
associated with the productivity of organizational resources. It focuses
on human behavior in organizations and is primarily concerned with
improving organizational efficiency and effectiveness through increased
understanding of the behavior of people at work.
BUSI 342 - Human Resources Management
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: BUSI310 or consent of instructor
Description:
Introduces the student to the human resources/personnel functions.
Topics covered include recruitment, assessment, compensation,
motivation, appraisal, development, legal environment, labor relations,
employee relations, etc. Emphasis on how managers can deal with and
utilize human resources.
BUSI 343 - Collective Bargaining and Labor Relations
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: BUSI310 or consent of instructor
Description:
A comprehensive study of collective bargaining, the negotiation process
and the scope of labor contracts to include the day-to-day
administration of contracts, the major substantive issues in bargaining
to include their implication for public policy; and the problem of
dealing with labor conflict.
BUSI 400 - Strategic Planning/Business Policy
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Senior standing and completion of all sophomore and
junior required business courses
Description:
This capstone course for all business majors seeks to integrate the
concepts, techniques, and knowledge of all areas of business
administration. The focus is strategic management which is studied in
theory and then rigorously applied in static cases and then a dynamic
computer simulation case. For final semester seniors. Lab fee.
BUSI 434 - International Business
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing
Description:
The principles and methods of planning and operating a business
organization internationally. The environmental forces that create
significant differences as compared to domestic firm planning and
operations are emphasized.
BUSI 495 - Directed Studies
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
While considerable effort has been made by KIU to give students as broad
a base as possible in coming to appreciate and understand the Japanese
world, students bring unique perspectives and interests, and if
permitted, may pursue studies related to some aspect of their interests
as related to life in Japan. Careful planning and co-operative agreement
on the outline of material to be studied will help students to
successfully complete this aspect of academic study.
Chemistry
CHEM 121 - General Chemistry I
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: MATH121 or CHEM105 or permission of Department Chairman.
Description:
A study of the basic foundations of chemistry including stoichiometry,
atomic structure, chemical periodicity, covalent and ionic bonding,
inorganic nomenclature, molecular orbital theory, chemical reactions,
gas laws, and behavior of solutions. Lab fee.
CHEM 122 - General Chemistry II
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: - CHEM121
Description:
A study of acids, bases, salts, redox reactions, introductory
thermodynamics, kinetics, chemical equilibrium, ionic equilibrium,
electrochemistry, qualitative analysis, and an introduction to organic
chemistry and biochemistry. Lab fee.
CHEM 301 - Organic Chemistry I
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: CHEM121 and CHEM122
Description:
A study of alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes including nomenclature; optical
activity; stereo-chemistry; substitution and elimination reactions; and
ring systems. Lab fee.
CHEM 302 - Organic Chemistry II
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: CHEM301
Description:
A study of the nomenclature and reactions of alcohols, ethers, epoxides,
ketones, aldehydes, esters and acids, aromatic systems; and numerous
name reactions in synthesis. Lab fee.
CHEM 305 - Biochemistry
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: CHEM301, BIOL200 and 301.
Description:
A study of the structure, reactions and effects of carbohydrates,
lipids, proteins, vitamins, hormones, and enzymes. Lab fee.
Communications
COMS 101 - Speech Communication
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
Study and practice in communicating ideas competently in public
speaking. Students are also given a foundation for the development of
communication skills in other human communication contexts, including
dyadic and small group communication.
COMS 213 - Cross Cultural Communication
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
A study of Japanese culture and American culture, in a bi/multi-cultural
classroom setting, making full use of small groups and direct
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Economics
ECNC 213 - Principles of Economics I (Micro)
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
An introduction to the theory and history of free exchange and economic
inquiry. Free market thought will be scrutinized from the perspective of
the Christian understanding of human behavior and contrasted with other
paradigms. Specific topics include examination of the "economic
question," the tools of economic analysis with focus on their
applicability to the study of human behavior, the market process, demand
and the consumer, cost and supply, market structure, government
regulation, and resource demand and supply.
ECNC 214 - Principles of Economics II (Macro)
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ECNC213 or concurrent registration.
Description:
This course is an introductory continuation of Principles of Economics
I. Topics include supply and demand for the public sector, financial
institutions, and aggregated economic behavior. The latter includes
discussions of national income accounting, and an inquiry into the
origins and dynamics of inflation, unemployment and economic growth.
EFL / English
EFL 101 - Elementary English I
EFL 102 - Elementary English II
EFL 201 - Intermediate English I
EFL 202 - Intermediate English II
EFL 301 - Advanced English I
EFL 302 - Advanced English II
Credits: 4 (each class)
Description:
These courses are the core of the English language program for
non-native speakers. Emphasis is placed on the use of all four skills;
reading, writing, listening and speaking. Classes generally meet 5 hours
per week. Students who complete EFL202 with an A or B will be prepared
to function in an American academic setting.
ENGL 101 - Introduction to Language
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
The writing of a minimum of five themes is required and a review of
usage, mechanics, sentence structure, and paragraph development is
integrated with thematic writing.
Government
GOVT 220 - American Government
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
The issues, interests and institutions of American politics, emphasizing
the struggle between liberalism and conservatism.
GOVT 201 - Japanese Government
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
A study of the second largest economy in the world as it prepares to
enter the global political arena. From the impoverished aftermath of
World War II to unparalleled economic growth, and from feudal government
to a modern democracy, Japan 's adaptability is strained as it searches
for its role in the modern world.
GOVT 330 - Introduction to Comparative Politics
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
An introduction to a variety of concepts and approaches to the study of
the domestic politics of other countries.
GOVT 340 - International Relations
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
A basic study of the relationships between nations with a special
emphasis on Japan and Asia 's role, with the increasing attention
focused on China .
GOVT 341 - Japanese Relations
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: GOVT201
Description:
While much of this course will help to introduce students to the various
distinctive aspects of the Japanese world, students will also be
encouraged to consider how to apply this knowledge with their own world
views.
GOVT 403 - International Trade and Finance
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ECNC311
Description:
Principles of foreign trade and its impact on the domestic economy,
means of restricting trade, the influence of the monetary systems and
exchange and role of Japan (U.S.) in underdeveloped areas.
GOVT 404 - Japanese Trade
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: One business/economics course and one government course
Description:
This course will focus more on the important issues and developments in
Japanese Trade, political pressures affecting it and the interaction of
various political and economic groups that form the environment of
Japanese trade. A variety of topics will also be presented for
discussion, which will expose the student to the historic scope of this
area of study.
GOVT 495 - Directed Research
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
While considerable effort has been made by KIU to give students as broad
a base as possible in coming to appreciate and understand the Japanese
world, students bring unique perspectives and interests, and if
permitted, may pursue studies related to some aspect of their interests
as related to life in Japan. Careful planning and co-operative agreement
on the outline of material to be studied will help students to
successfully complete this aspect of academic study.
GOVT 497 - Special Topics in Government
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
Topics will vary from semester to semester. Course may be repeated for
credit as topics vary.
History
HIEU 201 - History of Western Civilization I
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
A survey of the major currents in Western civilization from its
beginnings in the ancient Near East through the Enlightenment.
HIEU 202 - History of Western Civilization II
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
A survey of the major currents in Western civilization since the Age of
Louis XIV.
HIJA 201 - Japanese History to 1868
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
A study of Japanese history from the Stone Age to the end of the feudal
era, with the coming of Commodore Perry and the Black Fleet. The course
includes visits to historical locations around Kyoto which served as the
capital of ancient Japan .
HIJA 202 - Japanese History since 1868
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
An in-depth look at the turbulent changes that have taken place in Japan
during the demise of feudalism. Starting with the opening of Japan and
Emperor Meiji's ambitious attempt to modernize Japan , through Japan 's
involvement in World War II, finishing with post war occupation and
reconstruction.
HIJA 497 - History Research
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
Offered for students interested in researching a particular aspect of
Japanese history. Projects focusing on Kyoto 's history and the
historical caste system are particularly encouraged. Team research is
possible. *This course may be taken during semester breaks.
HIUS 220 - Civilization of the United States
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
This specially designed US history course is to give an over view of
American History, designed especially for a student body from many
nationalities. The concepts of idealism, democracy, equality, and
individuality; are examined in the founding, growth and maturity of the
world's remaining superpower.
Japanese
JAPN 101 - Elementary Japanese I
JAPN 102 - Elementary Japanese II
JAPN 201 - Intermediate Japanese I
JAPN 202 - Intermediate Japanese II
JAPN 301 - Advanced Japanese I
JAPN 302 - Advanced Japanese II
Credits: 4 (each class)
Description:
A Japanese Language Placement Test is available, and special directed
study courses on translation and technical Japanese are available on an
individual basis. Classes generally meet 5 hours a week. After
completion of JAPN 302 an A or B student can expect to pass the Japanese
Proficiency Examination
JAPN 303 - Japanese Composition
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: JAPN 202
Description:
JAPN 304 - Business Writing
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: JAPN 202
Description:
JAPN 305 - Japanese Literature
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: JAPN 202
Description:
In addition to enjoying classic pieces of Japanese literature, other
representative works from different historical and literary eras will be
examined to introduce the student to the thematic scope present in
Japanese literature. While most of these pieces will come from
translated works, the student may be encouraged to try to read some
selected passages within these works in the original language in order
to gain a heightened sense of the "flavor" of these works.
JAPN 306 - Translation Writing (J to E)
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: JAPN 302
Description:
This course is designed for native or near native speakers of English.
It covers the basic skills of translating Japanese into English.
JAPN 307 - Advanced Japanese Reading I
JAPN 308 - Advanced Japanese Reading II
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: JAPN 302
Description:
This is a continuation from the Advanced Japanese II course. It is
provided for students who wish to continue to sharpen their skills in
the Japanese language.
Mathematics
MATH 115 - Foundations of Mathematics
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: MATH100 or equivalent.
Description:
A survey course for liberal arts majors including a review of algebra
and an introduction to logic, probability, and statistics, mathematical
structure, problem solving, number theory, geometry and consumer
applications.
MATH 121 - College Algebra
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: MATH110 or equivalent.
Description:
Fundamental concepts of college algebra including sets, equations and
inequalities, functions and graphs, polynomials, rational functions,
exponential and logarithmic functions.
MATH 131 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: MATH121 and MATH122, MATH128, or the equivalent.
Description:
Functions and graphs, limits, the derivative, techniques of
differentiation, continuity, applications of differentiation, the
integral.
MATH 132 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: MATH131 or the equivalent.
Description:
A continuation of MATH131. Applications of integration, exponential and
logarithmic functions, inverse trigonometric, hyperbolic, and inverse
hyperbolic functions, techniques of integration, limits involving
infinity, improper integrals, infinite series.
Music
MUSC 100 - Music Appreciation
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
A preparatory course in the rudiments of music which stresses the
reading and writing of music notation.
Philosophy
PHIL 201 - Philosophy and Contemporary Ideas
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
A survey of the major positions and figures in philosophy and the
cultural world-views and practical applications that derive from them,
focusing specifically on theism, naturalism and humanism in contemporary
thought.
Physics
PHYS 231 - University Physics I
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: MATH131 or taking concurrently.
Description:
A study of mechanics, gravitation, waves, sound, heat, light,
electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics using
calculus-based mathematics as a tool in problem solving. Lab fee.
PHYS 232 - University Physics II
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: PHYS231
Description:
A continuation of PHYS231. Lab fee.
Psychology
PSYC 200 - General Psychology
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
Designed to introduce students to the field as a scientific discipline
concerned with the study of behavior. Consideration will be given to
such topics as human development, motivation, emotion, perception,
learning, personality, intelligence, measurement and applied areas.
Sociology
SOCI 200 - Introduction to Sociology
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
A study of social behavior with an emphasis on the interaction of human
groups. The course provides an overview of the history, methodology, and
results of scientific social research.
SOCI 202 - Japanese Sociology
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Description:
Millennia old, the various essential aspects of Japan's social fabric
will be more closely looked at and discussed. Students will also be
introduced to key terms and concepts that set apart the Japanese world
from other social groupings.
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