Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration – Arson Investigation
bachelor of science in criminal justice administration – arson investigation
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The Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration degree program prepares both entry-level and seasoned professionals from diverse backgrounds in the theoretical foundations, knowledge, skills, and practices of criminal justice administration inclusive of law enforcement, courts, and corrections. This program of study enables students to develop rational decisions and informed responses to the daily challenges one faces in law enforcement, courts, and corrections operations. Additionally, the program prepares students for entrance into concentrated areas of criminal justice in master degree programs or related disciplines. This program promotes a commitment to continued scholarship and service among graduates as future and continuing members of law enforcement, courts, and corrections initiatives in a manner that remains conducive to enhancing professionalism in a diverse community.

THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY’s online B.S. in criminal justice administration with a concentration in arson investigation prepares entry-level and seasoned professionals who are pursuing careers in criminal justice administration. The arson investigation concentration prepares criminal justice professionals to make rational decisions and informed responses to daily challenges in law enforcement, specifically in cases of arson. Fire investigation, analysis, fire behavior and combustion are a few of the topics of focus for this concentration.

Upon completion of the program, students should be able to do the following:

  • Evaluate the impact of theories in a diverse society.
  • Assess the interrelationship among courts, corrections, and law enforcement.
  • Assess the impact of the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights on laws.
  • Analyze the influences of laws on the criminal justice system.
 

 

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The Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration degree program prepares both entry-level and seasoned professionals from diverse backgrounds in the theoretical foundations, knowledge, skills, and practices of criminal justice administration inclusive of law enforcement, courts, and corrections. This program of study enables students to develop rational decisions and informed responses to the daily challenges one faces in law enforcement, courts, and corrections operations. Additionally, the program prepares students for entrance into concentrated areas of criminal justice in master degree programs or related disciplines. This program promotes a commitment to continued scholarship and service among graduates as future and continuing members of law enforcement, courts, and corrections initiatives in a manner that remains conducive to enhancing professionalism in a diverse community.

Provides the academic foundation for technical and scientific skills required of highly-qualified investigators. Students acquire knowledge and experience from expert field practitioners on a variety of topics and skills in forensics, evidence collection, analysis, and fire behavior. Students who complete this concentration will be equipped to meet the requirements and demands of the fire investigation field.

Major Requirements | Total Required Semester Hours: 36

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Provides a study of the nature and foundations of U.S. criminal law. Students focus on evolution of statutory crimes in the United States, analysis of contemporary federal and statutory offenses, criminal conduct, criminal responsibility, criminal defenses, criminal liability, and elements of the crime.

Outcomes

  1. Define terms related to criminal law.
  2. Examine the purpose and function of criminal law.
  3. Assess legal issues as presented in court cases.
  4. Analyze key concepts related to criminal law.
  5. Examine various laws.

PreRequisites

  1. BCJ 3301

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 
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Examines the dynamics of ignition, flame spread, and room fire growth and explores all phases of fire and explosion investigation, financial management, and other fire department functions related to incendiary fire analysis and investigation.

Objectives

  1. Identify physical properties associated with different types of fuels.
  2. Recognize the need for an analytical approach to fire investigation and analysis.
  3. Define fire science analysis and investigation organizations and describe their basic characteristics and how these can be applied to fire department personnel and management.
  4. Analyze the primary and secondary sources of ignition, also including appliances, smoking, and electricity.
  5. Describe the various stages of fire development and the role environmental conditions have on fire behavior.
  6. Summarize the combustion process involving flammable liquids, gaseous, and solid fuels.
  7. Identify the investigative process for a fire involving a structure, grass or wildland, a vehicle, or a ship.
  8. Explain how clothing and fabric can be the source of fires and contribute to fire growth.
  9. Recognize the need for and use of laboratory services during the investigative process.
  10. Explain the fire investigator’s role involving fire-related deaths and injuries.
  11. Compare explosions and explosive combustion.
  12. Describe how fires involving chemicals and hazardous materials present their own challenges compared to other types of fire.
  13. Define arson as a crime and other related topics.

PreRequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Kirk’s fire investigation (Rev: 7th ed.)

Publisher: Pearson Education (2012)
Author: DeHaan, J. D., & Icove, D. J.
ISBN: 9780135082638
Price: $68.97

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

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Provides an introduction to the functions of marketing. Discusses the influence of social, economic, ethical, legal, and technological forces on marketing activities, and marketing around the globe in a socially responsible way. Features real-world examples that show concepts in action and how marketers address today’s marketing challenges.

Outcomes

  1. Explain the concept of value proposition.
  2. Apply the market segmentation process to identify target markets.
  3. Use a target market to develop a marketing mix.
  4. Relate the importance of product positioning to brand strategy.
  5. Examine an organization’s pricing strategies.
  6. Discuss supply chain and logistics management in marketing.
  7. Explore factors that influence promotional strategies.

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None

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Explores crime and crime causation theories, including traditional and modern approaches and emerging technological innovations and social policy.

Outcomes

  1. Summarize how crime is reported and measured in the United States.
  2. Assess crime-specific laws and social policies in the United States.
  3. Define related criminology terms to present-day crime issues.
  4. Analyze the application of criminological theories to crime patterns and trends.
  5. Explain patterns of offenses and victimization.
  6. Describe how key criminological behavior theories are substantiated by scientific research.
  7. Relate the principles of classical and neoclassical schools of criminology to public policy.
  8. Explain how technological innovations have impacted methods of crime commission and enhanced crime prevention for criminal justice professionals.

PreRequisites

None

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Provides a study of the nature and foundations of U.S. criminal law. Students focus on evolution of statutory crimes in the United States, analysis of contemporary federal and statutory offenses, criminal conduct, criminal responsibility, criminal defenses, criminal liability, and elements of the crime.

Outcomes

  1. Define terms related to criminal law.
  2. Examine the purpose and function of criminal law.
  3. Assess legal issues as presented in court cases.
  4. Analyze key concepts related to criminal law.
  5. Examine various laws.

PreRequisites

  1. BCJ 3301

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 
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Presents students with the historical development of law enforcement, organization, administration, and systems of local, state, and federal policing with an emphasis on theories as they relate to practices.

Outcomes

  1. Differentiate between historic and contemporary viewpoints regarding types of crime, such as conventional and economic crimes.
  2. Analyze the term crime in relation to social processes.
  3. Explain why the study of criminal procedure requires a balance between an individual’s right to due process and society’s need for law and order.
  4. Examine the impact of the policing evolution in the United States on patrol operations.
  5. Discuss contemporary issues that affect law enforcement agencies.
  6. Compare and contrast the theories of punishment in the American criminal justice system.
  7. Summarize the institutional programs associated with maximum, medium, and minimum security prisons.
  8. Analyze the United States juvenile justice system to include programs related to juvenile justice.
  9. Interpret how emerging drug trends affect crime and the criminal justice system.

PreRequisites

None

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Presents an examination of the laws governing proof of facts evidence presentation in trials and common law. Students study practical application of the rules of criminal procedure in respect to evidence, burden of proof, presumptions, judicial notice, and the basic functions of courts as the third facet of the criminal justice system.

Outcomes

  1. Evaluate the role of the Fourth Amendment contained in the Bill of Rights and the rules of evidence associated with criminal procedure.
  2. Identify the four main types of criminal evidence used in trials.
  3. Evaluate classification of criminal evidence to include relevant, material, competent, contradictory, or collaborative evidence.
  4. Explain the exclusionary rule in association with criminal procedure and criminal evidence.
  5. Define secondary evidence, to include when and how it may be used in lieu of primary evidence.
  6. Assess the role of the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination.
  7. Identify types of crime scene searches and how they can vary due to different circumstances and locations.
  8. Describe evidence collection procedures and why well-written policies are important to this process.
  9. Discuss the role of competency evaluations in criminal proceedings.
  10. Interpret the Golden Rule of Evidence and its importance to the integrity of a criminal case.

PreRequisites

None

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 
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Presents an overview of the principles and practical analysis of significant case law applicable to the U.S. Constitution, emphasizing search and seizure, arrest, civil rights, related amendments, due process, and the judicial system.

Outcomes

  1. Analyze the provisions of constitutional law.
  2. Describe the process of freedom of individual expression.
  3. Relate property rights to rules of search and seizure.
  4. Explain protections of arrest and the right to counsel.
  5. Analyze the historical context that led to the creation of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
  6. Explain the process of legislation and the resulting creation of law.
  7. Contrast judicial, legislative, and executive powers.
  8. Summarize the protection of civil rights, liberties, and due process.
  9. Relate the use of the U.S. Constitution to the criminal justice system in contemporary society.

PreRequisites

None

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 
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Examines the history of community policing, problem-oriented policing, community responsibilities, media relations, and evolving strategies. Students analyze criminal justice organizations including human resources management, research studies, environmental factors, centralized authority, and other issues.

Outcomes

  1. Explain how the United States Constitution makes the role of American law enforcement different from other countries.
  2. Examine the three eras of policing in the United States and how police/community relations have changed from era to era.
  3. Assess the viability of the broken windows theory in the 21st century.
  4. Explain how the SARA Model (scanning, analysis, response, assessment) can be applied in various forms of policing.
  5. Explain the importance of a good relationship between law enforcement and the media.
  6. Discuss police-community relationships regarding the media, gangs, and the process of assimilation.
  7. Analyze impediments to community policing.
  8. Explain why CPTED (crime prevention through environmental design) and Weed and Seed programs are important to neighborhood safety.
  9. Analyze violence, crime, and vandalism in schools.
  10. Examine the use of excessive force by police and citizen complaints.

PreRequisites

None

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 
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An overview of supervisor and middle management roles in criminal justice agencies with an emphasis on the importance of inter-personal skills and co-worker relations as well as the positive and negative aspects of various leadership styles.

Outcomes

  1. Distinguish between the role of the police supervisor and leader of the police department.
  2. Describe the strategic foundation of the police organization.
  3. Evaluate the role of communication forms within a police organization.
  4. Evaluate the importance of time management to the police supervisor.
  5. Evaluate how team activities apply to police organizations.
  6. Describe the police supervisor’s role with employee morale.
  7. Analyze legal processes administered by police organizations.
  8. Assess performance measurement systems for a police organization.

PreRequisites

None

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 
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Defines and analyzes criminal justice system organizations, including human resources planning and management, research studies, environmental factors, centralized authority, and other issues.

Outcomes

  1. Examine the structure and functions of criminal justice organizations.
  2. Evaluate the role of public context in management and leadership.
  3. Scrutinize potential consequences of an unorganized, mismanaged agency.
  4. Determine practical solutions to issues experienced by criminal justice agencies.
  5. Assess the role of socialization in a criminal justice agency.
  6. Critique how criminal justice agencies manage continuous improvement.
  7. Analyze how criminal justice agencies evolve to meet the needs of the future.

PreRequisites

None

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 

Concentration Courses : Total Required Semester Hours: 12 HOURS

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Provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics; life safety initiatives.

Objectives

  1. Illustrate the history and culture of the fire service.
  2. Analyze the basic components of fire as a chemical chain reaction, the major phases of fire, and examine the main factors that influence fire spread and fire behavior.
  3. Differentiate between fire service training and education.
  4. Explain the value of higher education to the professionalization for the fire service.
  5. Describe the major organizations that provide emergency response service.
  6. Identify fire protection and emergency-service careers in both the public and private sector.
  7. Define the role of national, state and local support organizations in fire and emergency services.
  8. Discuss the scope, purpose, and organizational structure of fire and emergency services.
  9. Describe the common type of fire and emergency service facilities, equipment, and apparatus.
  10. Compare and contrast effective management concepts for various emergency situations.
  11. Identify the primary responsibilities of fire prevention personnel including, code enforcement, public information, and public and private protection systems.
  12. Recognize the components of career preparation and goal setting.
  13. Describe the importance of wellness and fitness as it relates to emergency services.

PreRequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Fundamentals of fire and emergency services (Rev: 2)

Publisher: Pearson (2014)
Author: Loyd, J. B., & Richardson, J. D.
ISBN: 978-0-13-341923-8
Price: $75.21

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

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Description

Examines the dynamics of ignition, flame spread, and room fire growth and explores all phases of fire and explosion investigation, financial management, and other fire department functions related to incendiary fire analysis and investigation.

Objectives

  1. Identify physical properties associated with different types of fuels.
  2. Recognize the need for an analytical approach to fire investigation and analysis.
  3. Define fire science analysis and investigation organizations and describe their basic characteristics and how these can be applied to fire department personnel and management.
  4. Analyze the primary and secondary sources of ignition, also including appliances, smoking, and electricity.
  5. Describe the various stages of fire development and the role environmental conditions have on fire behavior.
  6. Summarize the combustion process involving flammable liquids, gaseous, and solid fuels.
  7. Identify the investigative process for a fire involving a structure, grass or wildland, a vehicle, or a ship.
  8. Explain how clothing and fabric can be the source of fires and contribute to fire growth.
  9. Recognize the need for and use of laboratory services during the investigative process.
  10. Explain the fire investigator’s role involving fire-related deaths and injuries.
  11. Compare explosions and explosive combustion.
  12. Describe how fires involving chemicals and hazardous materials present their own challenges compared to other types of fire.
  13. Define arson as a crime and other related topics.

PreRequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Kirk’s fire investigation (Rev: 7th ed.)

Publisher: Pearson Education (2012)
Author: DeHaan, J. D., & Icove, D. J.
ISBN: 9780135082638
Price: $68.97

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

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Explores the analytical and systematic approach relating to fire scene investigations involving crime scenes, accidental causes, and the collection of evidence. The role of evolving technologies used for fire scene investigations is studied with emphasis on the use of forensic science in reconstructing an incident. The modern fire investigator must be able to justify the validity and reliability of his or her findings against peer review. This course prepares students for contemporary methods of fire investigations.

Outcomes

  1. Explain the fundamentals of forensic science as used in fire investigations.
  2. Define the scientific method used to complete a fire investigation.
  3. Explain the use of fire dynamics in a fire investigation.
  4. Classify fire patterns and their causes.
  5. Illustrate the proper documentation and reconstruction of a fire scene.
  6. Outline the development of a working hypothesis of a fire investigation.
  7. Interpret the factors that contribute to human injuries and deaths involving fire.
  8. Describe the different types of fire testing and the use of fire test data.

PreRequisites

None

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 
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GENERAL EDUCATION | Total Required Semester Hours: 36

History
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Explores the social, political, and economic history of the United States from the advent of the Gilded Age to the early 21st century.

Outcomes

  1. Describe the impact of industrial expansion on the evolution of big business in the United States.

  2. Identify influences toward urban blight in 19th-century America.

  3. Compare and contrast the turn-of-the-century values of Twain’s Gilded Age and the Progressive Era.

  4. Summarize the impact of the Civil Rights Movement on America’s societal infrastructure.

  5. Contrast varied perspectives concerning America’s presence in the world.

  6. Explain the United States’ role as a superpower during and after the world wars.

  7. Describe the modern challenges and opportunities concerning the United States around the globe.

Prerequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Integrated Learning Resource

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Traces the history of Western civilization, examining developments in Western thought and culture from the 18th century through the 21st century.

Outcomes

  1. Describe the evolution of philosophy in the modern West.

  2. Discuss the impact of the Industrial Revolution.

  3. Describe the migration of peoples across the Atlantic Ocean.

  4. Contrast political systems in the Western world.

  5. Explain the changing scope of Western civil roles.

  6. Analyze worldwide political conflict in the 19th and 20th centuries.

  7. Discuss the role of a nation as a world superpower.

  8. Utilize academic resources within the field of history to develop creative and well-reasoned arguments.

Prerequisites

None

Textbook(s)

A history of Western society: Vol. 2. From the age of exploration to the present (Rev: 12th ed., concise ed.)

Publisher: Bedford/St. Martin’s (2017)
Author: McKay, J. P., Crowston, C. H., Wiesner-Hanks, M. E., & Perry, J.
ISBN: 9781319073893
Price: $70.20

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 

Humanities and Fine Arts
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Examines the various types of terrorism and known terrorist groups deemed to be a probable threat against the citizens of the United States and explores various techniques and resources designed to counter terrorist threats in the United States.

Outcomes

  1. Evaluate historical trends of domestic terrorism in the United States of America.
  2. Classify terrorism in the United States and abroad.
  3. Examine the trends in weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) in domestic and international terrorism.
  4. Outline counterterrorism strategies used to reduce terrorism within the borders of the United States.
  5. Analyze the rise of “lone wolf” terrorism in domestic and international terrorism.
  6. Investigate the affiliations between domestic terrorists and transnational terrorists to include heterogeneous groups, foreign fighters, suicide bombers, and violent extremists.
  7. Describe the role of geographical information systems and technology in domestic terror risk assessment and vulnerability analysis.
  8. Explain the growing use of mass media and social media in domestic terrorism.

PreRequisites

None

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 
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Description

Examines the dynamics of ignition, flame spread, and room fire growth and explores all phases of fire and explosion investigation, financial management, and other fire department functions related to incendiary fire analysis and investigation.

Objectives

  1. Identify physical properties associated with different types of fuels.
  2. Recognize the need for an analytical approach to fire investigation and analysis.
  3. Define fire science analysis and investigation organizations and describe their basic characteristics and how these can be applied to fire department personnel and management.
  4. Analyze the primary and secondary sources of ignition, also including appliances, smoking, and electricity.
  5. Describe the various stages of fire development and the role environmental conditions have on fire behavior.
  6. Summarize the combustion process involving flammable liquids, gaseous, and solid fuels.
  7. Identify the investigative process for a fire involving a structure, grass or wildland, a vehicle, or a ship.
  8. Explain how clothing and fabric can be the source of fires and contribute to fire growth.
  9. Recognize the need for and use of laboratory services during the investigative process.
  10. Explain the fire investigator’s role involving fire-related deaths and injuries.
  11. Compare explosions and explosive combustion.
  12. Describe how fires involving chemicals and hazardous materials present their own challenges compared to other types of fire.
  13. Define arson as a crime and other related topics.

PreRequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Kirk’s fire investigation (Rev: 7th ed.)

Publisher: Pearson Education (2012)
Author: DeHaan, J. D., & Icove, D. J.
ISBN: 9780135082638
Price: $68.97

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

English Composition
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Introduces the basic concepts and requirements of college-level writing. This course provides students with the opportunity to implement effective communication skills via the written word.

Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate proper use of Standard Written English and the conventions of APA documentation style.
  2. Employ the concepts of audience and perspective when approaching others in the writing situation.
  3. Construct different genres of writing.
  4. Effectively incorporate relevant academic sources containing both qualitative and quantitative data.
  5. Demonstrate critical reading skills that translate to improvement in writing practices, such as the crafting of effective sentences and paragraphs.
  6. Utilize pre-writing and planning strategies for the writing process.
  7. Assert argumentative thesis statements that are supported by structured essays that have an introduction, body, and conclusion.

Prerequisites

None

Textbook(s)

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Traces the history of Western civilization, examining developments in Western thought and culture from the 18th century through the 21st century.

Outcomes

  1. Describe the evolution of philosophy in the modern West.

  2. Discuss the impact of the Industrial Revolution.

  3. Describe the migration of peoples across the Atlantic Ocean.

  4. Contrast political systems in the Western world.

  5. Explain the changing scope of Western civil roles.

  6. Analyze worldwide political conflict in the 19th and 20th centuries.

  7. Discuss the role of a nation as a world superpower.

  8. Utilize academic resources within the field of history to develop creative and well-reasoned arguments.

Prerequisites

None

Textbook(s)

A history of Western society: Vol. 2. From the age of exploration to the present (Rev: 12th ed., concise ed.)

Publisher: Bedford/St. Martin’s (2017)
Author: McKay, J. P., Crowston, C. H., Wiesner-Hanks, M. E., & Perry, J.
ISBN: 9781319073893
Price: $70.20

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 

Mathematics
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Presents a variety of fundamental algebraic topics including, linear and quadratic equations, equations of lines, polynomials, rational expressions, systems of equations, and radical expressions. Students entering this course should be proficient in pre-algebra concepts.

Outcomes

  1. Solve algebraic functions.

  2. Apply algebraic principles to solve inequalities.

  3. Utilize algebraic principles to graph systems to include inequalities.

  4. Graph unique functions.

  5. Perform mathematical computation on complex numbers.

  6. Solve linear systems with two variables to include inequalities.

Prerequisites

None

Textbook(s)

College algebra essentials (Rev: 5th ed.)

Publisher: Pearson (2018)
Author: Blitzer, R. F.
ISBN: 9780134469294
Price: $177.06

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

 

 

Natural Science
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Introduces basic ecological concepts and their relevance to human impacts on natural systems. Students explore ecosystem structure and function, population ecology, and current environmental issues related to sustainability and the use of natural resources.

Outcomes

  1. Explain the importance of ecological concepts in everyday life.

  2. Describe the various factors that affect population growth regulation.

  3. Identify the various ways in which organisms interact with their environment.

  4. Summarize the importance of biodiversity within the environment.

  5. Detail the global exchange of nutrients through biogeochemical cycles.

  6. Describe the various factors that affect the evolution of ecological systems.

  7. Identify ways in which ecology can be used to solve environmental issues.

Prerequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Integrated Learning Resource

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BIO 1100 – Non-Majors Biology

Description

Explores the principles of biology, including the scientific method, cell theory, cellular process, theories of heredity, evolutionary theory, ecology, human physiology, and a survey of the diversity of organisms.

Outcomes

 

  1. Define the basic concepts of biological sciences.

  2. Apply the scientific method.

  3. Explain nutrition in terms of micronutrients and macronutrients.

  4. Explain Mendel’s approach to studying genetics.

  5. Interpret Darwin’s theory of evolution to include natural selection and common descent.

  6. Describe human anatomical systems to include their disease states.

  7. Discuss relationships between living organisms and nonliving factors in ecosystems.

  8. Interpret biological data.

 

PreRequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Biology: Science for life with physiology (Rev: 6th ed.)

Publisher: Pearson (2019)

Author: Belk, C., & Maier, V. B.

ISBN: 9780134555430

Price: $126.16

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]

Social and Behavioral Science
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Examines government and politics in America by focusing on the origins, entities, processes, and functions of our political system and the influential role of interest groups and the media.

Outcomes

  1. Summarize the origins of American political thought.

  2. Identify the distinctive attributes of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

  3. Describe the three branches of government.

  4. Explain how the U.S. government functions at the federal, state, and local levels.

  5. Identify the role of political parties in the United States political system.

  6. Discuss how policies affect change.

  7. Identify the impact of media on public opinion and politics.

Prerequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Integrated Learning Resource

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Description

Examines government and politics in America by focusing on the origins, entities, processes, and functions of our political system and the influential role of interest groups and the media.

Outcomes

  1. Summarize the origins of American political thought.

  2. Identify the distinctive attributes of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

  3. Describe the three branches of government.

  4. Explain how the U.S. government functions at the federal, state, and local levels.

  5. Identify the role of political parties in the United States political system.

  6. Discuss how policies affect change.

  7. Identify the impact of media on public opinion and politics.

Prerequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Integrated Learning Resource

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Provides an in-depth study of the basic concepts of sociology. Specific attention is given to culture characteristics, societal changes, inequalities in social classes, and how they relate to different groups in society.

Outcomes

  1. Recognize the ideas of sociological theorists in terms of the historical, economic, and social contexts.

  2. Express the relationship between one’s beliefs and one’s group memberships.

  3. Describe the transmission of cultures through socialization.

  4. Interpret patterns of behavior through sociological skills and theory.

  5. Apply micro theories of self, using one’s own digital footprint.

  6. Explain how social structure shapes an individual’s life chances.

Prerequisites

None

Textbook(s)

SOC 2016 (Rev: 4th ed.)

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education (2016)
Author: Witt, J.
ISBN: 9780078130755
Price: $92.38

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Electives | Total Required Semester Hours: 36

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Explores various training requirements specified by safety and health standard-setting organizations. This course also includes consideration of training theory and training management techniques to include an evaluation of best practices.

Outcomes

  1. Explain safety and health training requirements specified by standard setting organizations.
  2. Examine safety and health training theories and their applications.
  3. Develop strategies for communicating safety and health training in the workplace.
  4. Discuss management’s role in safety and health training.
  5. Examine methods for assessing safety and health training performance.
  6. Evaluate best practices in safety and health training.
  7. Discuss means of overcoming cultural and language barriers to provide effective training to workers.

PreRequisites

None

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Provides fundamental concepts of classical physics with minimized computation in a conceptual and practical manner intended for non-science major students. Main topics covered are Newtonian mechanics, properties of matter and energy, and basic ideas of thermodynamics.

Outcomes

  1. Describe standard units of measurement to include components of a valid measurement.

  2. Illustrate the scientific method within everyday situations.

  3. Explain Newton’s laws of motion at work in common phenomena.

  4. Explain the concepts and applications of momentum, work, mechanical energy, and general relativity.

  5. Identify the building blocks of matter to include their influence on physical properties.

  6. Describe thermodynamic concepts and their applications.

Prerequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Conceptual physics (Rev: 12th ed.)

Publisher: Pearson (2015)
Author: Hewitt, P. G.
ISBN: 978-0-321-90910-7
Price: $90.71

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Explores crime and crime causation theories, including traditional and modern approaches and emerging technological innovations and social policy.

Outcomes

  1. Summarize how crime is reported and measured in the United States.
  2. Assess crime-specific laws and social policies in the United States.
  3. Define related criminology terms to present-day crime issues.
  4. Analyze the application of criminological theories to crime patterns and trends.
  5. Explain patterns of offenses and victimization.
  6. Describe how key criminological behavior theories are substantiated by scientific research.
  7. Relate the principles of classical and neoclassical schools of criminology to public policy.
  8. Explain how technological innovations have impacted methods of crime commission and enhanced crime prevention for criminal justice professionals.

PreRequisites

None

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Presents the development of communication and management skills essential for successfully resolving conflict situations involving labor and management practices. The structural dysfunction of organizations is also explored.

Outcomes

  1. Summarize the characteristics of international negotiations.
  2. Explain the differences between two-party and multi-party negotiations.
  3. Identify the sources of power and communication techniques used during negotiation.
  4. Differentiate between the goals and strategies inherent in negotiation planning.
  5. Name the factors that facilitate successful integrative negotiations.
  6. Interpret the dual concerns model.
  7. Describe the various styles utilized in handling interpersonal conflict.
  8. Analyze the significance of the four key elements of the negotiation process in regards to managing relationships.
  9. Examine the role of emotions or biases in negotiations.

PreRequisites

None

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Explores computer literacy topics in a very basic, hands-on environment. Presents the fundamentals of computer hardware and software, the Internet, operating systems, and current application software within Microsoft Office Suite.

Outcomes

  1. Describe the relationship between digital basics and computer hardware.
  2. Generalize the impact of software applications on computer software and hardware.
  3. Explain the relationship between peripheral equipment, networks, the Internet, and intranets.
  4. Apply the principles of basic Excel functions.
  5. Examine the current electronic media sources to include the components that make the World Wide Web operate with webmail.
  6. Discuss the impact recent trends within the computer industry have on information systems.
  7. Describe file and database concepts such as data management tools, database design, structured query language (SQL), and database security.
  8. Identify the computerized tools and practices utilized in today’s business sector.

PreRequisites

None

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Provides a framework for the regulations and policies intended to protect assets from cyber attacks. Students practice security information gathering and create security plans to reduce potential attacks. Students also develop security procedures and processes for responding to security breaches and assessing risk for information assets.

Outcomes

  1. Classify the risks, threats, and vulnerabilities in the information technology (IT) security policy framework definition.
  2. Formulate an acceptable use policy implementation plan for an organization.
  3. Create a risk assessment policy defining a separation of duties to deter fraudulent actions within the seven domains and policy definitions.
  4. Develop a security awareness training policy for new and existing employees at an organization.
  5. Design a computer incident response policy (CIRP).
  6. Construct an organization-wide cyber security policy to ensure compliance within the seven domains of the IT infrastructure.

PreRequisites

None

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Focuses on using applications and analysis to examine digital data from networks, computers, media, databases, websites, and mobile devices. Students provide recommendations based on analysis findings.

Outcomes

  1. Describe an investigation process plan.
  2. Review internal and Windows artifacts.
  3. Analyze digital signatures, window registries, event logs, and operating system processes.
  4. Track external device activity.
  5. Utilize forensic toolkits.
  6. Analyze and manage evidence.

PreRequisites

None

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Fundamentals of personal computers are examined with an emphasis on current application software. Provides an overview of personal computers, operating systems, and Internet technologies. Includes extensive and valuable hands-on experience using several applications in the Microsoft Office Suite.

Objectives

  1. Explain the fundamentals of computer hardware and computer software.
  2. Demonstrate fundamental techniques within a word-processing application.
  3. Demonstrate fundamental desktop-publishing techniques by designing the layout for a professional file.
  4. Perform fundamental data-manipulation techniques.

PreRequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Microsoft official academic course: Microsoft Office: 2013 edition

Publisher: Wiley (2015)
Author: Gambrel, B. (Ed.)
ISBN: 978-0-470-13306-4
Price: $114.40

8.91

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An examination of data communications fundamentals, including the transmission and reception of data signals, networking and network architecture, and communications protocols. Provides a baseline level of knowledge for success in industry and preparation for networking certifications, including the Network , Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Certified Novell Administrator (CNA), and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) designations.

Objectives

  1. Differentiate between several data networking standards, including the seven layers of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model and the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) stack.
  2. Classify common network hardware and utilities used for troubleshooting.
  3. Examine the concepts of switching and routing, regarding local area network servers (LANs) and wide area network solutions (WANs).
  4. Explain how Microsoft Windows network communication protocols are implemented in a TCP/IP network.
  5. Illustrate network diagrams for network topologies.

PreRequisites

  1. ITC 3001

Textbook(s)

Data communications & computer networks: A business user’s approach (Rev: 8th ed.)

Publisher: Cengage Learning (2016)
Author: White, C. M.
ISBN: 978-1-305-11663-4
Price: $204.71

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Exploration of structured systems analysis and design terminology and techniques. Presents a foundation in systems design and documentation necessary for effective communication and career advancement for all technology professionals.

Objectives

  1. Identify Information Technology tools and services that satisfy the needs of various organizational structures.
  2. Recognize design methodologies, to include prototyping, development life cycle and structured analysis.
  3. Examine the use of data flow diagrams, data dictionary definitions, and Structured English as used in the Information Technology field.
  4. Apply techniques of system analysis and design to an information systems problem.
  5. Assess the value of information technology when addressing global, national, and local industry needs.

PreRequisites

  1. ITC 3001

Textbook(s)

Systems analysis and design (Rev: 11th ed.)

Publisher: Cengage Learning (2017)
Author: Tilley, S., & Rosenblatt, H.
ISBN: 9781337687157
Price: (No information available)

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Presents and practices the basic principles of oral communication delivery in small groups, to medium and large audiences, and through a variety of online meeting platforms with an emphasis on research, preparation, delivery, and audience awareness.

Outcomes

  1. Examine the basic foundations of public speaking.

  2. Explain the varieties of audience.

  3. Develop supporting materials for oral presentations.

  4. Perform assigned speeches in a variety of modes.

  5. Demonstrate effective verbal and nonverbal communication.

  6. Illustrate the use of visual aids in a select speech.

  7. Exercise communication skills in online media.

Prerequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Integrated Learning Resource

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