Courses

This course focuses on the use of technology in audio production and the designing of sound for live performance, film, television, video and games. Students will address the aesthetics of audio design through lecture, listening assignments and hands-on practice with industry-standard software.

This course is designed to develop the learner’s ability to write clearly. Emphasis is on effective writing and revising techniques including purpose, organization, and mechanics. Various modes and strategies of descriptive, narrative and illustrative essays are covered. The course culminates with a research paper.

This course offers students the resources they need to move forward along their career paths. This course will also aid in supporting and facilitating the academic, professional, and personal development of students. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

Evaluate the investigative process from formulation of investigative plan to presentation of evidence. Develop acumen to conduct effective and efficient investigations of crimes. Explore investigative techniques, including crime scene processing, accusatory and non-accusatory interviewing, and forensic examination of evidence. Examine recent advances in technology relevant to authenticating documents, capturing and managing evidence, and investigation of […]

Analyze the scope of ethical leadership in the criminal justice system, including directing and developing justice and public safety organizations. Explore law enforcement leadership theory and practice through the concepts of values, group dynamics, dimensions of power, conflict and change management, decision-making, and organizational development. Develop tools for implementing leadership in bureaucratic and public agencies. […]

Apply communication theories to and engage in interviewing, counseling, and intake processes. Develop skills and confidence in a client centered approach. Explore best practices in case management centered on outreach, identification, assessment, development of a plan, and ongoing service coordination and support. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

Relate variances in culture to dispute resolution processes. Analyze the impact of stereotypes, attributions, appetites for risk, and world views on dispute resolution. Investigate the role of international agreements, conventions, and treaties, such as the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (“UNCITRALâ€�), the Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards of […]

Students will engage in the study of Community Based Dispute Resolution Programs. This course will explore the relationship between community, in which the program has developed, and the dispute resolution system. It will also examine how these processes have been affected by the absorption of mediation and other conflict resolution practices in the legal system. […]

Students will engage in critical examination of mediation processes as it has evolved, been shaped by and shaped, social, public policy, legal, and ethical issues throughout society. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

Examine the transformative approach to dispute resolution. Explore empowerment and mutual recognition as strategies for facilitating transformative dispute resolution. Learn the “ten hallmarks� of a successful transformative mediator. Debate the applicability of the transformative approach to legal and business mediation, including the involvement of organizations. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

Explore social scientific research methodology within the field of conflict resolution. Apply techniques, processes, and qualitative and quantitative methods of research, utilizing traditional and contemporary sources. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

Analyze workplace issues that require dispute resolution, including labor management relations and arbitration of nonunionized workplace matters. Examine processes, such as fact finding, and benefits of negotiation, arbitration, and mediation to resolve workplace conflict. Reflect on trends in ethical hotlines and ombudspersons. Incorporate personal experience in assessing workplace conflict and requirements for dispute resolution to […]

Assess the application of restorative justice theory in practices, including through review of techniques such as victim impact panels, family conferencing, and victim and offender conferencing. Examine restorative justice as a means of dealing with crime. Compare and contrast restorative justice and retributive models to develop framework for the applicability of the restorative approach. Evaluate […]

Examine management and leadership and operational implications in correctional facilities in the context of an inclusive prison system. Assess the impact of internal and external forces on correctional policy and administration design, including the impact of security, safety, and prisoner treatment and the impact of public policy. Develop critical skills in thinking and acting strategically […]

Discuss and critique rules of evidence in investigation, civil and criminal trials, and administrative proceedings. Examine the ethical obligations of agents assigned to gather evidence, including the role of the agent, the Federal Rules of Evidence, and court precedents. Engage in adversarial challenges of evidence in group projects. Interview an expert or professional in the […]

Introduction to Criminal Justice provides a realistic description of the United States criminal justice system and how it works including police, courts and corrections. Much more than an “encyclopediaâ€� of criminal justice topics, it provides an intricately woven picture of contemporary United States criminal justice covering relevant topics such as: the staggering increases in juvenile […]

This course focuses on the fundamentals of Evidence: the definition of the law of evidence, its origin, as well as the relevant application of such, when, and by whom. Examination of the admissibility of evidence to support or disprove facts is critical in any case; therefore, consideration will be given to actual cases as students […]

This course teaches the fundamentals of the legal system in United States and includes an overview of Federal courts, State courts, Appellate courts, Lower courts and Juvenile courts. It covers the dynamics of courthouse justice, prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges, defendants and victims. It also covers the processing and sentencing of the guilty.

This course provides students with an honest, straightforward approach to the provocative issue of morals and standards in an arena filled with potential contradictions. Learners will gain insight into morality, ethics and human behavior and given tools to develop moral and ethical behavior. Ethics and law enforcement, ethics and legal professionals, ethics of prosecution, punishment […]

This course introduces theories and concepts of this ever changing branch of the criminal justice field. The potential root of this behavior, analysis thereof, nature of such crimes, and their far reaching effects will be considered. Pivotal issues, critical to the evolution of this area of study, include the issue of juvenile detention, the role […]

This course discusses the history and development of forensic science, functions of the forensic scientist and services of the crime laboratory setting the stage for comprehending the scope of the forensic science. Learners will explore crime scene and physical evidence; gain understanding in the organic and inorganic analysis of evidence, and ascertain the merit of […]

Crime: the word itself inspires images of dark, deserted streets and shady characters in a gangster film. What seldom comes to mind is the well-groomed professional, government official or corporate figurehead; yet “suit crimeâ€� is rapidly gaining exposure as the prevalence of this non-traditional criminal activity soars. The psychological and sociological implications of this level […]

This course gives a historical background on the phenomenon of terrorism and the roots of contemporary conflicts shaping the world stage and presents theoretical and concrete information about Homeland Security Organizations. 

This course provides a detailed, comprehensive analysis of the origins, history, theoretical explanations, and structure of domestic and international organized crime, including drug trafficking, gambling, and loan sharking. It explains the methods employed by law enforcement agencies to combat organized crime, and the policy decisions reached by various investigating committees and commissions, including the President’s […]

This course stresses the historical significance of crime and punishment and the development of the modern- day correctional system. Consideration will be given to the range of sentencing, from probation to the death penalty and all alternatives in between. The people “behind the wallsâ€� and the special challenges of the transgressors and the individuals responsible […]

This course will educate students on what does and does not work in the criminal justice system, and how, ironically enough, the more that is known about the problem, the less is understood. The complex problem of crime and policy, the war on crime, models of criminal justice and the concept of the “career criminalâ€� […]

This course furnishes a unique perspective of police, as the writer of the accompanying textbook is an authority in the field with nearly a quarter century of experience in police work. Students will review police history and organization, U.S. police and private security, as well as police department organization, the personal side of policing, qualifications […]

Apply management, leadership, and organizational behavior concepts and principles in a criminal justice organization. Examine how effective and efficient administration is achieved in all three branches – police, courts, and corrections. Explore transactional analysis, management by objectives (“MBOâ€�), techniques for budgeting and managing costs, and the fundamentals of accreditation as they relate to criminal justice […]

Explore social scientific research methodology within the criminal justice discipline. Examine traditional and contemporary resources and techniques for social scientific inquiry, research design, and data analysis. Apply qualitative and quantitative methods of research. Develop perspective on fundamental elements of research, including ethics, data collection, validation, and interpretation, and ability to make informed decisions about the […]

This course and Pharmacy Practice II prepare students to have a working knowledge of basic pharmacology and the duties and responsibilities of a pharmacy technician including law and ethical guidelines for practice. Topics include: classifications of drugs; routes of administration, dosage forms, and drug doses; anatomy and physiology of the human body; essential functions relating […]

Explore modern organized crime on an international level, including coactions between international organized crime, terrorism, and technology. Assess criminal enterprises and organizations in Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. Critically evaluate the impact of modern organized crime on the function of law enforcement organizations. Design and execute a research project on transnational criminal enterprises […]

This course covers in detail the responsibilities and activities of a system engineer during the initial phases of a system development. It addresses the engineering objectives, responsibilities and activities during the major development phases of a system development. Topics in this course include functional analysis, system trade-offs, measures of effectiveness, system development models, customer integration […]

This course introduces concepts, tasks, methods and techniques in data collection, data processing and data analysis. Students will learn popular data mining techniques and will be able to identify promising engineering and business applications of data mining. In addition, this course integrates techniques from several fields including machine learning, statistics, pattern recognition, artificial intelligence, and […]

This course introduces learners to a cloud specific orientation about network and virtualization technologies. Learners will learn about datacenter network technologies and standards, network virtualization for systems and network devices, planning network concepts for mobility solutions, and network design and performance goals for centralized system provisioning.

This course will introduce the learners to complex system lifecycle and integration to system operation and maintenance. An overriding concern is the integration of engineering systems with management systems of an organization. Major phases, procedures, policies, and techniques in the engineering system life cycle are discussed in detail.

This course provides an overview of the evolution of medicine, the role of allied health professionals and the different medical specialties.

This course strengthens learners study skills and effective strategies to increase performance and success in college. Learners see how to use their learning styles to tailor their approach to learning, process information more efficiently, manage time effectively, set goals, increase concentration, increase motivation, reduce stress and procrastination, read college textbooks more effectively, take notes, prepare […]

Provides an introduction to the requisite knowledge and skills needed to become an integral member of the healthcare team. Graduates serve as the experts in billing procedures so providers and institutions can receive the appropriate reimbursement for services provided. This program also provides learners with the skills required to succeed as a highly functioning member […]

The study of medical transcription and its practical application to comprehensive dictation including chart notes, history and physicals, emergency room reports, consultations, initial office evaluations and discharge summaries. Prerequisite: GENH 140 or equivalent.

This course provides the history of mathematics and gives an overview of mathematical principles including the nature of: numeration systems, algebra, geometry, money, logic, chance, graphs, voting and apportionment.

This course explores the general principles of criminal liability, the defenses to criminal liability, and the elements of crimes against persons, property, and society, while it encourages critical thinking about these topics. Special emphasis is given to both the law and the procedural aspects of criminal justice.

This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of Legal Research. The learner will learn research tools and techniques necessary to find the actual law, but will also learn how to use the various secondary materials available, which assist in the research process. Some of the topics covered are: Case Reporters, Digests, Codes, Annotated Codes, […]

This course provides comprehensive coverage of the civil litigation practice for paralegals. It provides detailed information on the litigation process starting from the pre-suit investigation going through to an appeal. There is a special focus on the role of the lawyer and those responsibilities that may be delegated to the paralegal’ as well as, attention […]

This course is the core of the paralegal program. Learners learn the past, present and future of the paralegal profession, including the paralegal defined, educational options, techniques for marketing skills and career opportunities. Instruction focuses on ethics and professional responsibility, the organizational structure in the legal workplace, office culture and politics, preparing learners for the […]

This course covers four fields of intellectual property law; trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets. It covers topics such as the duration of rights, protection from infringement, and new and international developments in each field.

This course gives a brief history of bankruptcy law, research aids, alternatives to bankruptcy, a discussion of the role of the various parties involved in the bankruptcy process, and an overview concerning eligibility and the selection of the appropriate bankruptcy chapter under which a bankruptcy should be filed. Emphasis is placed on the paralegal’s role […]

Develop understanding of the physical and mental impairments that qualify as disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADAâ€�) and the ADA requirements for accessibility and reasonable accommodation. Evaluate the two basic ways that disability issues arise in dispute resolution, including claims under Titles I or II of the ADA or Section 501 of the […]

This course emphasizes the policies and procedures established by the field, in addition to present day tools and techniques available for the law enforcement professional. Students will benefit from real-life cases that will provide a “hands onâ€� approach to learning. Topics of recent controversy such as stalking, DNA profiling and the media frenzy surrounding investigations […]

Provides the learner with the basic business language skills to promote a professional appearance in participating in the healthcare team.

Apply communication theories to the context of conflict management. Explore the vehicle of communication, including basic principles and assumptions, to garner understanding of techniques to influence, persuade, and manage parties in conflict. Observe and participate in conflict management using sources of power, nonverbal communication, listening skills, perception, and dialogue to achieve desired outcomes. Develop communication […]

Examine Information Technology (“ITâ€�) in dispute resolution on an international level. Explore the European Small Claims Procedure and efforts by countries to adopt laws that satisfy the standards of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (“UNCITRALâ€�) as they relate to dispute resolution and IT. Critically evaluate IT as a “fourth partyâ€� in dispute […]

This course introduces learners to mobile computing and mobile application development. Students will learn about mobile computing applications, technologies, and wireless communication, as well as how to use mobile application frameworks and development environments to reinforce learned concepts.

This course imparts an understanding of the living law of America, examining how the interpretation of the law within this basic framework is, by and large, a product of the times and the ideologies of Supreme Court justices, the court having the final word in determining what the interpretation of the law is. This is […]

This course is an introductory study of pathophysiology organized by body system. Etiology, symptoms and treatments are covered for each common disease. Course includes information on new procedures, medicines and therapies, as well as tips for health promotion and disease prevention.

This course examines the legal, ethical, and policy issues that arise when using dispute resolution processes to resolve multi-party controversies. Learners will apply the theoretical and legal concepts to develop codes of conduct, rules of engagement or model agreements. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

After completing the foundational courses in legal research, legal analysis and writing and the legal process, this core course includes in-depth coverage on topics on the Legal Nurse Consultant’s role. Topics include: professional negligence, product liability, toxic tort, criminal litigation, life care planning and damage assessment, the nurse as expert witness, working with experts, preparation […]

Examine community policing philosophy and practice. Compare and contrast Problem Oriented Policing (“POPâ€�) and Community Oriented Policing (“COPâ€�). Analyze problem solving models, dispute resolution strategies, and police community relationships. Explore the changing roles of leadership, mitigating factors in community policing, officer evaluation techniques, and organizational structures that facilitate the implementation of community policing initiatives. Conduct […]

Provides students with a basic understanding of the legal and ethical consideration in healthcare. Students will be exposed to informed and uninformed consent, confidentiality of the patient, HIPAA laws, Physician orders, malpractice, and what to do if a coworker disagrees with orders given by the physician.

This course places emphasis on the planning and management of information technologies and related resources at the corporate level. Topics include assessment of information technologies, tracking emerging technologies and trends, management of portfolio resources, end-user computing, technology transfer, outsourcing, theoretical models, strategic applications and strategic IT planning.

Provides students with a basic understanding of the structure, function, and the physiological processes that occur in the human body. Students will study the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, reproductive, nervous, endocrine, urinary, and integumentary systems.

This course is an orientation to medical record forms and content, medical record formats, numbering and filing systems, storage and retrieval systems, as well as legal requirements for maintaining medical records.

This course gives an overview of the history of private security, explores the business of the private security industry, private security law, tools and systems integration in the industry, and provides an overview of investigative security, surveillance and undercover operations, private and public partnerships for security, and homeland security. 

An introduction to person-to-person communication principles and concepts. Topics include intercultural issues, conflict management, and communicating in groups and in public.

In this course learners will cultivate their innate creativity and begin to develop a unique personal style using industry standard software, Adobe Photoshop. A thorough understanding of raster and vector concepts will be gained through a series of rewarding exercises and challenges designed to build a solid foundation of visual communication skills. Learners will acquire […]

This course provides an introduction to the management of information, knowledge and database systems. The course emphasizes the understanding of the fundamentals of relational systems including data models, database architectures, and database manipulations. The course also provides an understanding of new developments and trends such as Internet database environment and data warehousing. The course uses […]

This course imparts an understanding of the living law of America, examining how the interpretation of the law within this basic framework is by, and large, a product of the times and the ideologies of Supreme Court justices, the court having the final word in determining what the interpretation of the law is. This is […]

This course provides paralegal learners with a well- organized, functional approach to the law of contracts. Paralegal learners learn an approach for analyzing contract problems they need for their professional assignments. Topics include the type of law to apply to contract transactions, when a contract is formed, when it is enforceable, a plaintiff’s allegation of […]

This course focuses on the basics of property law and its application to the main theme of wills, trusts, and estate administration. The laws that govern construction and administration of wills and trusts are covered in detail along with the roles of various participants in the process. Students will learn to develop an estate plan […]

This course trains paralegals in the practice of modern real estate transactions. Topics covered are property ownership, surveys and legal descriptions of real property, easements, standard provisions found in real estate contracts, deeds, real estate finance, real estate lending, mortgages, foreclosures, title examinations, title insurance, real estate closings, condominiums, cooperatives, time-shares, and residential and commercial […]

This course explores civil wrongs, and illustrates and explains the different types of tort recoveries that are allowed by law. Students learn the elements required to prove each tort, and defenses that may be posed, along with a step-by-step strategy for the preparation and settlement for each type of action. Topics include tort theory based […]

The continuing growth of administrative law and regulations make this course fundamental and essential to most law practices. The course covers the delegation of authority to agencies, legislation oversight, judicial review, disclosure of information, the administrative process, procedural due process, formal adjudication, rules and rulemaking, obtaining judicial review and more.

Principles and Skills of Success is based upon data compiled and research conducted to identify traits, strategies, behaviors and characteristics prevalent in every successful operation. This course helps the student identify common Core Human Traits in an attempt to develop strategies for success based upon conflict avoidance.

This course provides an overview of the role other areas of law play in the development and implementation of these policies. Students will receive an introduction to law and the legal system including court structure and civil procedure. They will learn principles of American property law and examine common law theories and remedies for environmental […]

This course prepares paralegal students for the area of family law. Students are introduced to the legal principles and processes involved in the law of marriage, divorce, separation, support, custody and visitation, annulment and adoption, and tax consequences of separation and divorce. Students learn to draft common agreements, pleadings and other documents applicable to these […]

This course introduces the discipline of Anthropology, which aims to construct a holistic understanding of the human within the cultural, biological, evolutionary, linguistic and historical context. By focusing on diversity, the learner explores the universal underpinning of our society, cultures and language.

This course teaches the basics of communication principles and concepts. Topics include: foundations of communication, interpersonal communications and problem solving, communicating in groups and in public, developing and delivering persuasive and informative speeches.

This course familiarizes learners with the fundamentals of two-dimensional design concepts, developing their artistic skills and practical knowledge, critical skills and confidence to effectively communicate their ideas. Topics include: principles of visual design, typography and layout, logo and brand design, color theory, interface and instruction design, information design, design process and critical thinking. Learners will […]

This course provides insight to the disability appeals process and complex administrative procedures that ultimately appear before a federal administrative law judge. Students will learn to understand and apply key legal issues in the successful representation of clients before the Social Security Administration generally, and the Office of Hearing and Appeals specifically.

This course covers the law of immigration and the changes that have taken place in immigration law since September 11, 2001. It walks the student through the entire background, process, and tools essential for a legal professional’s mastery of immigration law. 

A requisite for the capable paralegal is the ability to prepare professional legal documents. This comprehensive course provides the learner with in-depth knowledge of the fundamentals of legal analysis and writing. Learners will first examine an overview of the legal system, including analytic principles and the legal process. They learn the specifics of legal analysis, […]

This course stresses the historical significance of crime and punishment and the development of the modern-day correctional system. Consideration will be given to the range of sentencing, from probation to the death penalty and all alternatives in between. Of increasing concern are the people “behind the wallsâ€�-the special challenges of the transgressors and the individuals […]

Introduces basic skills required to effective use computers and transcription.

This course provides an opportunity for learners to gain understanding of the role of enterprise information systems in critical business processes conducted by a business organization. Learners will become aware of the critical role of enterprise information systems in a business organization, examine the intricate interplay between business processes and information systems, and work in […]

This course will provide a broad coverage of human factors and show how the application of human factors principles can improve the design of systems involving the interaction of humans with technology. It focuses on the cognitive and physical abilities and limitations, and applying that knowledge to engineering design. In addition, it focuses on the […]

This course introduces the modern developments in the sensors systems design area. It presents certain challenges especially those required in a systems protocol. This entails addressing key design considerations especially in the advancements of inexpensive electronics. It presents a solution and lesson using human intervention which is given create consideration whenever speaking about system enhancements […]

This course provides an opportunity for learners to attain the fundamental principles of computer security as applied to management. This course covers privacy concerns, secrecy issues, operational security, physical security, hardware security, software security, communications security, and data security.

An overview of the health care system and its functions today. The course focuses on the different components of the industry and how the nation’s health care system is structured. In addition insurance and reimbursement mechanisms and regulatory and planning mechanisms are covered.

This course introduces learners with the medical language. Organized by body system, this course is the foundation of medical word building with a basic analysis of medical terms, common anatomical roots, suffixes, and prefixes. This course also presents anatomy and physiology, terminology, common diseases, pronunciation, and abbreviation.

This course introduces fundamentals of the systems engineering processes and their application to the development of engineering systems. It describes the role and the viewpoint of the system engineer. Topics in this course include: concept definitions, system synthesis, system analysis, mathematical models, risk assessment, engineering design, computer-aided systems engineering (CASE) tools, systems management, decision analysis […]

Provides an introduction to the requisite knowledge and skills needed to become an integral member of the healthcare team. Graduates serve as the experts in billing procedures so providers and institutions can receive the appropriate reimbursement for services provided. This program also provides learners with the skills required to succeed as a highly functioning member […]

Provides an introduction to the requisite knowledge and skills needed to become an integral member of the healthcare team. Graduates serve as the experts in preparing insurance forms so providers and institutions can receive the appropriate reimbursement for services provided. This program also provides learners with the skills required to succeed as a highly functioning […]

Provides students with an understanding of common medical and surgical procedures used in the care of patients. Students will gain knowledge in performing medical tests, helping with surgical procedures and rehabilitation, and in understanding the diagnoses of patient conditions.

Continued practice of medical transcription incorporating both medical and surgical dictation in the medical specialties of cardiology, gastroenterology, orthopedics, pathology and radiology. Prerequisite: MEDT 170.

This course and Pharmacy Practice II prepare students to have a working knowledge of basic pharmacology and the duties and responsibilities of a pharmacy technician including law and ethical guidelines for practice. Topics include: classifications of drugs; routes of administration, dosage forms, and drug doses; anatomy and physiology of the human body; essential functions relating […]

Skills of success are based upon data compiled and research conducted to identify traits, strategies, behaviors and characteristics prevalent in every successful operation. This course helps the learner identify common core human traits in an attempt to develop strategies for success based upon conflict avoidance.

Provides an introduction to the requisite knowledge and skills needed to become an integral member of the healthcare team. Graduates serve as the experts in preparing insurance forms so providers and institutions can receive the appropriate reimbursement for services provided. This program also provides learners with the skills required to succeed as a highly functioning […]