rasmussen.edu | 888-5-RASMUSSEN COURSE DESCRIPTIONS AML3041 American Literature 40 hours, 4 credits This course surveys authors, genres, and movements in American literature from 1865 to the present, including representative works of realism, naturalism, modernism, and post- modernism/post-structuralism. Students will engage in critical readings of exemplary literary texts from a diverse group of authors that have influenced American literature since the Civil War. Students will analyze how these works of literature exemplify particular historical moments in U.S. history, as well as how they communicate pertinent cultural issues such as gender, race, ethnicity, class, religion, sexual identity, community, region, and nation. In their study of the broad range of American fiction, poetry, and drama since 1865, students will analyze literary, aesthetic, and critical developments. Prerequisites: English Composition; Introduction to Literature APA1500 Payroll Accounting 40 hours, 4 credits Focus is on computing and paying of wages and salaries, social security taxes and benefits, federal and state employment insurance and taxes, and payroll accounting systems and records. Prerequisite Financial Accounting I ART1200C Sketching for Designers 40 hours, 3 credits Students in this course will develop fundamental sketching skills as they relate to graphic design. The course will progress from basic shapes and contour lines to gesture and perspective drawing. Developing observation skills for line, form, light, shadow, and detail will be emphasized. Students will also learn how to both give and receive design critiques. Prerequisite: None ART1204 Art Appreciation 40 hours, 4 credits Students will examine the historical, social, and technological factors that contribute to understanding the function and meaning of art in this course. Using a global and thematic approach, students will be introduced to the basic elements of art, while learning about a full range of media used to make art, and the fundamental concepts of art criticism. Western and non-Western art is represented, with a strong emphasis on a global perspective in relation to culture, communication, politics, and economics. Prerequisite: None ART3477 Art in the World and the Workplace 40 hours, 4 credits The course explores the roles of music, poetry, prose, and visual art in our modern workplace and home lives. Topics include the benefits of art in the home, community, and workplace. These include creativity, focus, happiness, networking opportunities, curiosity, idea-generation, reduction of stress, and increase of morale. The course is an historical perspective of the role and application of art, up to and including the 21st century. Prerequisite: None AST2002 Introduction to Astronomy 40 hours, 4 credits Examines astronomical phenomena and concepts, including the solar system, stars and galaxies, planetary motions, atoms and radiation, and the origin and evolution of the universe. Prerequisite: None B080 Reading and Writing Strategies 40 hours, 4 credits This course develops students’ reading and writing skills in preparation for college-level coursework. Through review of grammar, punctuation, and the writing process, students will enhance their ability to compose sentences, paragraphs, and short essays. The study of active-reading strategies will provide students with the tools necessary for comprehending collegiate-level texts. Prerequisite: Placement determined by Rasmussen University entrance placement exam score. B087 Practical Math 40 hours, 4 credits Mathematics is learned through communication. In this course, students will learn to communicate how problems are solved and how solving problems can be applied in real-world settings. Students will have opportunities to learn multiple problem-solving strategies. This course also provides practice and skill problems. Prerequisite: Placement determined by Rasmussen University entrance placement exam score. B095 Combined Basic and Intermediate Algebra 40 hours, 4 credits This course is designed to be a combination of basic and intermediate algebra. Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to General Education-level mathematics courses. Prerequisite: Placement determined by Rasmussen University entrance placement exam score. BSC2087C Human Anatomy and Physiology I 60 hours, 5 credits In this course, students will begin their study of the structure and function of the human body. They will examine topics including basic chemistry and cell biology, tissues, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, sensory, and endocrine systems of the body, and will learn medical terminology. Students will complete laboratory exercises coordinated with course content and including microscopic observation, experimentation, study of anatomical models, and dissection activities. Pre- or co-requisite: PHA1500 Structure and Function of the Human Body in programs that specifically require this course, otherwise none. BSC2089C Human Anatomy and Physiology II 60 hours, 5 credits In this course, students will continue their study of human anatomy and physiology begun in Human Anatomy and Physiology I. They will examine the circulatory, lymphatic and immune, respiratory, urinary, digestive, and reproductive systems. Students will complete laboratory exercises coordinated with course content and including microscopic observation, experimentation, study of anatomical models, and dissection activities. Prerequisite: BSC2087C Human Anatomy and Physiology I BUL2241 Business Law 40 hours, 4 credits This course presents fundamental principles of law applicable to business transactions. The course relates to areas of legal environment of business and sales contracts. Principles of law that apply to government, regulations, commercial paper, property, bailments, agency, and business organizations are addressed. Prerequisite: None BUL3266 Business Law and Finance 40 hours, 4 credits In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of law applicable to business transactions, the types of business organizations, property laws, wills, trusts, estate planning, bankruptcy, creditor and debtor relationships, commercial paper, securities regulation, contracts, and other areas of the Uniform Commercial Code and business law. Students will analyze how these concepts and principles impact financial managers and financial analysts. Prerequisite: None BUL4060 Business Law and Ethical Behavior 30 hours, 3 credits This course reviews fundamental principles of law applicable to business transactions, and provides an overview of ethical concerns that arise in the world of business. Students will apply the basic principles of contract law, partnerships, and agency relationships to business activities. Public and private law are addressed. Critical thinking and ethical analysis are key areas of focus throughout the course. Prerequisite: None CCJ1000 Introduction to Criminal Justice 40 hours, 4 credits An introductory course designed to provide students with a general foundation of knowledge in the criminal justice field. Course participants will explore the different parts of the criminal justice system, their interrelationships, and the role of each in the criminal justice process. Students will examine the historical basis for the contemporary American legal system, policing styles and the evolution of crime prevention, the structure of the judicial system and its professional participants from pre- sentencing through post-conviction, corrections strategies for criminal offenders, and special considerations for juveniles in the criminal justice system. Prerequisite: None CCJ1153 Criminology: Motives for Criminal Deviance 40 hours, 4 credits This course examines the social and behavioral issues involved in the study of crime as a social phenomenon. Included is an explanation of what crime is, what causes crime, and the various techniques for measuring the amounts and characteristics of crime and criminals. Prerequisite: None CCJ1382 Field Communications in Criminal Justice 20 hours, 2 credits This course emphasizes the skills of both oral and written communication with emphasis on writing formats used by justice professionals. Students will acquire the skills necessary to effectively communicate within diverse communities. Prerequisite: Introduction to Criminal Justice CCJ2170 Practical Psychology for the Criminal Justice Professional 40 hours, 4 credits Students will examine how principles of psychology relate to the field of criminal justice. They will explore fundamental concepts from a criminal justice perspective, focusing on the real-world effects these principles produce on criminal justice professionals, their families, and the citizens they serve. Students will apply ideas from psychology to create effective victim and witness interviewing strategies, offender behavior-modification approaches, and coping methods. They will review the immediate and long-term physiological and psychological effects of stress, trauma, and occupational experiences unique to the profession. Prerequisites: General Psychology; Introduction to Criminal Justice CCJ2685 Domestic Violence 40 hours, 4 credits This course examines violence in the family, social and legal relations within families, theories and solutions on family violence, survivors and the consequences of victimization, legal responses, the role of the police, when law enforcement responds, recognizing child abuse, recognizing elder abuse, associated crimes and stalking, and domestic homicide. Prerequisite: Introduction to Criminal Justice CCJ2930 Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice Capstone 40 hours, 4 credits The capstone class examines the future of the criminal justice system. The current cutting- edge technology in different fields within the criminal justice system is discussed along with insights from accomplished scholars of what the near future holds. Methods and philosophies that will govern the criminal justice field in the near future are introduced along with discussions of the ethical, legal, social, and political ramifications expected. This course includes 10 hours of field experience. Prerequisite: Introduction to Criminal Justice; Expected to be the final lower-level core course completed CCJ3362 Communication Strategies for Criminal Justice Professionals 50 hours, 5 credits This course allows opportunities to learn about best practices in communication within the criminal justice field. This includes de- escalation techniques, crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills. This course includes the analysis of the impact of the mainstream and social media on the criminal justice system. Prerequisite: None CCJ3500 Applied Criminology 40 hours, 4 credits This course analyzes the predominant criminological theories and then evaluates how these theories are utilized in the three criminal justice subsystems: law enforcement, courts, and corrections. This course provides opportunities to demonstrate application of criminological theories to the policy, procedures, and practices within the criminal justice system. Pre- or co-requisite: CCJ1000 Introduction to Criminal Justice CCJ3667 Victims in Criminal Justice 40 hours, 4 credits This course explores the importance of the victim in the criminal justice system’s process. The victim’s role in the criminal justice process, and movements and legislation regarding victims’ impact on judicial proceedings are examined. A variety of crimes and types of victims are explored. Prerequisite: None 92 ALL CONTENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY ADDENDUM
