SLAN Course Descriptions
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SLAN 500 Biblical Languages Resources
3 credit hours
This course introduces a basic knowledge of biblical Hebrew and Greek with an emphasis on equipping the students to use commentaries, lexica, Bible software, and other language resources. Additional course fees may be required.
SLAN 510 Biblical Hebrew I
3 credit hours
This course is the first of a two-course sequence in Biblical Hebrew language. Introduces Hebrew grammar and syntax and includes reading and analysis of selected Old Testament texts, and introduction to digital and print resources, such as grammars, lexicons and biblical language software.
SLAN 520 Biblical Hebrew II
3 credit hours
This course is the second of a two-course sequence in Biblical Hebrew language. Students continue to develop mastery of Biblical Hebrew morphology and syntax, primarily through reading selected Old Testament texts. Prerequisite: SLAN 510.
SLAN 530 Biblical Greek I
3 credit hours
This course is the first of a two-course sequence in Koine Greek language. Introduces Greek grammar and syntax and includes reading and analysis of selected New Testament and Septuagint texts, and introduction to digital and print resources, such as grammars, lexicons and biblical language software.
SLAN 540 Biblical Greek II
3 credit hours
This course is the second of a two-course sequence in Koine Greek language. Students continue to develop mastery of Greek morphology and syntax, primarily through reading selected New Testament and Septuagint texts. Prerequisite: SLAN 530.
SLAN 585 Advanced Topics in Languages
3 credit hours
Examines a particular issue or topic related to languages for research.
SLAN 595 Special Study
1-3 credit hour
A specially designed and individually tailored course of research involving in-depth study of a particular question, problem, or issue presented by the student. The student must make application for the study prior to registration for the semester in which the study will be carried out. The application must be approved by the faculty member overseeing the study and the departmental chair. Special arrangements for regular courses of study must be approved by the dean.