Schools and Instructors
Dual credit partner schools and instructors are full-fledged members of the Concordia University, Nebraska community. We work together for the sake of educating and preparing students for lives of learning, service and leadership. The dual credit partnership offers much more than just dual credit courses; it also includes access to campus resources, scholarships and continuing education opportunities.
School Benefits
Course Stipend
- Schools receive a $560 discretionary stipend per course with at least four students enrolled.
Continuing Education Support
- Graduate Tuition Waiver: Schools receive a Concordia University, Nebraska graduate course waiver for every 50 credits of student registrations.
- Subject Area Mastery Scholarships: Concordia Nebraska provides scholarships up to $300/credit in any accredited program for teachers to earn the requisite graduate hours to offer dual credit in their content area.
Resources
- Partner schools receive free access to Concordia Nebraska's online research library.
- Teachers partner with Concordia Nebraska faculty liaisons as co-educators for professional exchange and resources.
Requirements
Student Eligibility
- Juniors/Seniors: 3.0 GPA automatic or 2.50-2.99 GPA with parent permission
- Freshmen/Sophomores: 3.0 GPA, parent permission and course placement
Faculty Eligibility
- Master's degree in the field; or
- Any master's degree plus 18 graduate hours in the field, which include subject-specific and content-area methods courses in education degree programs; or
- Tested experience, industry certifications or demonstrated proficiency in foreign language and professional/technical fields.
Dual Credit Abbreviated Policies
Dual Credit Course Catalog
English & Social Studies
ENG 102
Experiences in Writing
This course focuses on helping students develop effective processes for writing in multiple genres, including research-based academic projects and creative works. Students will learn techniques for generating ideas as they create their own writing and related projects, giving and receiving feedback to other creators, finding, evaluating, and integrating sources, adapting rhetorical strategies for audience and context, revising and editing. Students will have multiple opportunities to use the lens of writing to better explore the enduring question: “How has God designed humankind to be creators in service to God and neighbor?”
credits
ENG 201
Introduction to Literature
A general survey in the reading, interpretation, evaluation, and criticism of literature in various genres. The material in the course deals with the human condition as expressed through literature: its frailties, shortcomings, and blessings. It considers issues in literature that are significant to individuals and society and which provoke thoughtful reflection on how God designed humankind to be creators in service to God and neighbor.
credits
CTA 103
Experiences in Human Communication
An introduction to the basic principles of intrapersonal, interpersonal, group and public communication. The course includes listening, group dynamics, fundamentals of public speaking and information literacy. As part of the general education curriculum, a focus will be given to the concepts of love, truth, and fidelity and the understanding and application of each in the field of communication studies.
credits
CTA 211
Public Speaking
An exploration of the theory and practice of public address in a variety of settings. As part of the general education curriculum, a focus will be given to the concepts of love, truth, and fidelity.
credits
ECON 101
Principles of Macroeconomics
A study of the performance of the American economy. Includes an introduction to national income, employment, fiscal policy, money and monetary policy. In addition, topics of economic stability and analysis of economic growth are covered.
credits
ECON 102
Principles of Microeconomics
Examination of the behavior of microeconomic units such as consumers, firms and industries. Includes analysis of the problems of monopoly, urbanization, income inequality and poverty. International economics and the world economy are discussed.
credits
HIST 115
United States History
This course examines the history of the United States from the American Revolution to the present by focusing on the significant people, trends, and events that have shaped the nation. The course is also designed to develop students' analytical reading and writing skills, as well as hone their ability to think historically.
credits
HIST 131
World Civilization I
Assesses the development of the basic political, philosophical, and cultural patterns of the ancient, near eastern, Asian, Greco–Roman, medieval and early modern European societies.
credits
HIST 132
World Civilization II
Special emphasis on major political, philosophical, cultural and economic trends in the modern world (since c. 1700) and the emergence of the world community. (May be taken independently of HIST 131.)
credits
PS 111
American Government
An analysis of the U.S. political system and its operation, with emphasis on the national level; constitutional basis of the system, civil rights and liberties, major branches of government, political parties, interest groups, elections, policies and policy making. An analysis of the U.S. political system and its operation, with emphasis on the national level; constitutional basis of the system, civil rights and liberties, major branches of government, political parties, interest groups, elections, policies and policy making.
credits
PSY 101
Introduction to Psychology
The course is a survey of psychology as a natural science and a social science. As a study of human behavior and the mind, the course examines current sub-areas of psychology with attention to neurology, the environment, situation and experience, and the self. Throughout the content, the course also considers how presuppositions in philosophy and theology intersect, integrate, and conflict with views on the human condition.
credits
REL 121
History and Literature of the Old Testament
A historical and theological survey of the Old Testament era and the Old Testament writings with an emphasis on summarizing and communicating their major themes.
credits
REL 131
History and Literature of the New Testament
A historical and theological survey of the New Testament era and the New Testament writings with an emphasis on summarizing and communicating their major themes.
credits
SOC 101
Introduction to Sociology
Systematic analysis of culture, society, socialization, social control, social processes, and social institutions.
credits
Total Credits
42
Foreign Language
ASL 101
Beginning American Sign Language I
This beginning course in American Sign Language (ASL) is designed for the person who has no experience in ASL. The course will focus on development of vocabulary and grammatical structures of ASL, receptive and expressive skill development, and the study of deaf culture.
credits
ASL 102
Beginning American Sign Language II
This course builds on ASL 101 by review and development of further vocabulary and grammatical skills in ASL. This course focuses on interpretive skills, receptive and expressive skill development, and the continuing study of deaf culture.
credits
ASL 201
Intermediate American Sign Language I
This intermediate course builds on ASL 102 by review, building vocabulary and grammar knowledge in ASL, and continuing development of receptive and expressive skills in ASL. The main focus of the course is the development of active communication and interpretive skills and the use of ASL within a social context.
credits
ASL 202
Intermediate American Sign Language II
This final course in Concordia’s ASL skill development sequence continues to build vocabulary and grammar knowledge in ASL and development of ASL receptive and expressive skills. The main focus of this course is the polishing of communicative and interpretive skills and practical practice in the use of interpretive skills in various social and institutional contexts.
credits
CHNS 101
Beginning Mandarin I
The purpose of this beginner’s course is to train the student to function successfully in Chinese culture using Mandarin as a language through the development of communication skills that cross ethnic and cultural boundaries and an understanding of Chinese interpersonal behavior and related thought. This course focuses on basic speaking and listening skills, vocabulary, and grammar; it requires the student to demonstrate a level of cultural understanding suitable for correct performance of assigned tasks in Chinese.
credits
CHNS 102
Beginning Mandarin II
This course continues the Mandarin language and Chinese culture training initiated in CHNS 101 with more advanced topics in Mandarin conversational proficiency, vocabulary, and grammar. This course incorporates speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills; the student will learn to read and write a number of Chinese characters and the pinyin system. As in CHNS 101, the course requires the student to demonstrate a level of cultural understanding suitable for correct performance of assigned tasks in Chinese.
credits
CHNS 201
Intermediate Mandarin I
This course continues the student’s development of Mandarin language skills through more advanced training in conversational proficiency, vocabulary, grammar; the student will continue to improve speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills and will continue to learn more about Chinese culture. The course requires the student to demonstrate a level of cultural and linguistic understanding suitable for correct performance of assigned tasks in Chinese.
credits
CHNS 202
Intermediate Mandarin II
This final course in the Mandarin minor/subject concentration core sequence continues the student’s development of Mandarin language through more advanced training in conversational proficiency, vocabulary, and grammar; the student will continue to improve speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills and will continue to learn about Chinese culture. The course requires the student to demonstrate a level of cultural and linguistic understanding suitable for correct performance of assigned tasks in Chinese.
credits
SPAN 101
Beginning Spanish I
Fundamentals of grammar with emphasis on speaking and listening skills, along with reading and writing. Ordinarily not open to students having had more than one year of high school Spanish.
credits
SPAN 102
Beginning Spanish II
A continuation of Spanish I with increased emphasis on speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
credits
SPAN 201
Intermediate Spanish I
Continued development of the four modes of communication (speaking, listening, reading and writing).
credits
SPAN 202
Intermediate Spanish II
A continuation of topics and skills studied in SPAN 201, with continued emphasis placed on communicative competence.
credits
Total Credits
36
STEAM
AGRI 100
Agriculture in the World Today
A Christian understanding of the role of agriculture in God’s creation. Factors that influence production and utilization of agricultural products and related opportunities in agriculture throughout the world.
credits
AGRI 101
Food Animal and Crop Production Economics Systems
Introduces the basic principles of the major crop and animal production systems. For major field and forage crops, this includes crop yield potential, growth and development, tillage, soil fertility, and pest management. For major food producing livestock animals, this includes reproduction, genetics, nutrition, and health.
credits
AGRI 238
Domestic and International Ag Issues
Study of the policy, trade, markets, and opposition issues of agriculture. Includes a survey of current topics and controversies in agriculture, local, domestic, and international. Exposure to, evaluation, and use of sources of information in agriculture. Students may take AGRI 270, with permission from the instructor, for course credit for this course.
credits
ART 271
Art History I
A historical survey of the art and architecture of European and near Eastern cultures prior to the Renaissance; art of Islam, Oceana and the native arts of the Americas.
credits
ART 272
Art History II
A study of painting, sculpture, and architecture from early Renaissance through 19th century styles. The art of the Eastern cultures of China and Japan will also be explored.
credits
BIO 110
Principles of Biology
Lecture 2, Lab. 2. A survey of general biology for nonmajors: Science as a way of knowing — Scientific methodology and practice, literacy in biological literature and research, study of cells, cell organelles, molecular biology, genetics, systematics, structure and function of plants and animals, reproduction, growth and development, population biology, natural selection, and ecology.
credits
BIO 111
General Biology I
Lecture 3, Lab. 2. The first course of a two-semester study of general biology for science majors and pre-health professional students. This course introduces students to the nature of science, cell and molecular biology, and genetics. Topics covered include cell structure and function, energy metabolism, cell division, classical genetics, DNA structure and function, gene expression, and gene regulation.
credits
BIO 207
Human Genetics: Applications and Issues
A study of the basic principles of human genetics, their applications in society, and the issues that arise from these applications.
credits
BIO 243
Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology
Lecture 3, Lab. 2. A study of the human body’s structure and function for non-science majors. Course will include introduction to the microscopic and gross anatomy of the body, a survey of each body system and the homeostatic mechanisms of the body. BIO 243 can only count toward the biology major if a student does not have credit for BIO 253 or BIO 343.
credits
CHEM 115
General Chemistry I
Lecture 3, Lab. 3. The first course of a two-semester study of general chemistry for science majors and pre-health professional students. Atoms and molecules, chemical reactions and reaction stoichiometry, phases of matter, electronic structure, bonding, molecular shapes, and intermolecular forces.
credits
CS 131
Computer Science I
Introduction to computer science, developing and applying computational thinking and programming skills to solve problems. Focus is on developing skills in algorithm development and program implementation. Topics include programming fundamentals, best practices, debugging errors, data types, binary, object-oriented concepts, and emerging technologies.
credits
GEOG 315
Environmental Science
This course provides a broad introduction to the field of environmental science. Topics include global warming, energy issues, food and agriculture, biofuels, pollution, wildlife management and conservation, human population, and natural systems. Same as ESCI/SCI 315.
credits
MATH 122
Introduction to Statistics
The fundamentals of elementary statistics, data collection and analysis, probability, distributions, sampling, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression.
credits
MATH 132
College Algebra
An overview of fundamental algebraic concepts. Real and complex numbers, algebraic expressions, equations and inequalities, functions, polynomials, rational expressions, graphing, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations and matrices. Prerequisite: two years of high school algebra.
credits
MATH 151
Pre-Calculus
A study of elementary functions, their graphs and application, including polynomials, rational algebraic functions, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions.
credits
MATH 184
Calculus I
A beginning course in the analysis of functions including analytic geometry. A study of limits, techniques and applications of differentiation, transcendental functions, and basic integration.
credits
MATH 186
Calculus II
A continuation of Calculus I. Topics studied include techniques and applications of integration, sequences, and series.
credits
MATH 284
Calculus III
A continuation of Calculus II. A study of analytic geometry in twoand three-dimensional space, partial differentiation, multiple integration, and vector calculus.
credits
MATH 333
Linear Algebra
Linear algebraic structures, their theory and application. Matrices, determinants, linear transformations, programming, vectors and vector spaces, dependence, inner products, row operations and echelon systems.
credits
MU 103
Music Theory I
The procedures of writing and analyzing music in the common practice idiom, including music notation in manuscript and with a computer, keys and scales, rhythm and meter, intervals, triads and seventh chords, figured bass, orchestral transpositions, roman numeral and lead sheet analysis, part writing and melody harmonization using triads, harmonic progressions, cadences and periods, and setting texts to music in an original composition.
credits
MU 111
Music Appreciation
This course is designed as a music appreciation course for the non-music major. It covers the elements of music, with a historical overview of western art music, and important composers and their works of music. The ability to read music is not required.
credits
PHYS 110
Principles of Physics
Lecture 3, Lab. 2. A study of general physics through experiments, lectures and discussion. Science as a way of knowing — Scientific methodology and practice; mechanics of particles and of waves; momentum, energy and conservation laws; thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; light; relativity and quantum mechanics.
credits
SCI 315
Environmental Science
This course provides a broad introduction to the field of environmental science. Topics include global warming, energy issues, food and agriculture, biofuels, pollution, wildlife management and conservation, human population, and natural systems. Same as GEOG/ESCI 315.
credits
Total Credits
77
Technical & Professional
BUS 111
Entrepreneurship Foundations
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a solid foundation of the role by entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship in the 21st century global economy. To be examined: assessment, exploration, analysis and celebration of the phenomenon of entrepreneurship in for-profit and non-profit settings. This course will examine the Lean Business Model Canvas in the application of the entrepreneurial mindset.
credits
BUS 121
Financial Accounting
An introduction to the theory, language, and practice of accounting. Major components of the primary financial statements are examined. Emphasis on the uses of financial information.
credits
BUS 122
Managerial Accounting
An introductory course in managerial accounting. Topics include methods of costing, cost–price–volume relationships, flexible budgets, budget variances, capital budgeting decisions, and cost allocations.
credits
BUS 261
Marketing
Provides students with a thorough appreciation for the benefits and pitfalls of executing a customer orientation. Using market segmentation; management of mature products and introduction of new products. Developing long-term relationships with customers. Identifying and analyzing possibilities in consumer and industrial markets. Management of the marketing mix including product planning, distribution institutions and activities, promotion and pricing.
credits
EDUC 201
Introduction to Education
Foundational concepts of the modern educational system. Emphasis on sociological, historical, and philosophical concepts of American education with time to explore curriculum, pedagogy, technology skills, professional learning, and ethical practice within the field of education. Field experience required.
credits
HHP 100
Lifetime Wellness
A course designed to provide an understanding of the dimensions of health in contemporary society and to aid the liberally educated student in developing and maintaining holistic wellness for optimal health.
credits
HHP 182
First Aid and CPR
A course designed to develop and expand knowledge and skill to understand and address a) health and safety, b) prevention of injuries, and c) first aid and CPR. Further, the course will aid the liberally educated student in becoming certified through the American Red Cross.
credits
HHP 285
Health Topics: Nutrition
A course in the health topics series designed to develop and expand knowledge and skills of the liberally educated student to understand and address the issues of nutrition, dietary patterns and weight management.
credits
Total Credits
18