Course Offerings

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 observation.

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

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.