UNIVERSITY CATALOG 2012 Fourth Edition 22952 Alcalde Drive, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 Phone: (888) 384-0849 в€ј Fax: (949) 707-2978 7:00 A.M. вЂ“ 5:00 P.M. (Monday вЂ“ Friday) Email: info@allied.edu Website: www.allied.edu KEY STAFF AND FACULTY Charlotte Hislop, President/CEO Alex Lazo, Ph.D., Provost Bill Luton, Ph.D., Dean of Business Timothy Perez, Dean of Computer Information Systems Patricia Drown, Ph.D., Dean of Criminal Justice & General Studies C.J. Bishop, Registrar/Institutional Research Officer Lindsay Oglesby, Admissions Director Barbara Jobin, Career Center Manager Hugo Aguilar, Chief Financial Officer Richard Madrigal, Financial Aid Officer As a prospective student at Allied American University, you are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement. You are also encouraged to review the student performance fact sheet which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement. This catalog is not a contract between the student, AAU, or any party or parties. Reasonable effort was made at the time this document was created to ensure that all policies and provisions of this catalog were correct. AAU reserves the right to make changes and addendums to current policy as required. Students affected by policy changes will be advised by a message in the iBoard learning system. TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................................................................2 ACCREDITATION AND STATE APPROVAL ............................................................................................3 National Accreditation .................................................................................................................. 3 Regional Accreditation.................................................................................................................. 3 The Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education .................................................................... 3 MISSION, VISION, INSTITUTIONAL OBJECTIVES, AND CORE VALUES .....................................4 Mission Statement ......................................................................................................................... 4 Institutional Student Learning Outcomes (ILOs) .................................................................... 4 Core Values ..................................................................................................................................... 5 StudentвЂ™s Bill of Rights ................................................................................................................. 6 Academic Freedom ......................................................................................................................... 7 ADMISSIONS ....................................................................................................................................................7 Application and Enrollment Process .......................................................................................... 7 International Students................................................................................................................. 10 Non-Degree Seeking Students .................................................................................................. 11 Program Entrance Exams ............................................................................................................ 12 AAU Orientation .......................................................................................................................... 12 Re-admitted Students .................................................................................................................. 12 Certificate Program Options ...................................................................................................... 13 Degree Options............................................................................................................................. 14 Change of Major / Program Policy ............................................................................................ 14 ACADEMIC INFORMATION....................................................................................................................... 14 Academic Affairs .......................................................................................................................... 14 Instructional Model ..................................................................................................................... 14 Course Load................................................................................................................................... 15 Faculty and Instruction ............................................................................................................... 16 Outcomes Assessment ................................................................................................................. 18 UNIVERSITY FACULTY AND QUALIFICATIONS ................................................................................ 19 TUITION, FEES AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE .................................................................................. 34 Tuition & Fee Schedule............................................................................................................... 34 Note: Tuition and fees are subject to change at the discretion of AAU............................. 34 Financial Assistance .................................................................................................................... 35 Approved Payment Programs .................................................................................................... 35 Federal Student Loan Deferment .............................................................................................. 38 ACADEMIC CALENDAR AND SCHEDULE OF UNIVERSITY HOLIDAYS .................................... 42 University Holidays ..................................................................................................................... 44 STUDENT AFFAIRS........................................................................................................................................ 44 Registrar ......................................................................................................................................... 44 Program Success Advocates (PSA) ............................................................................................ 44 VA Notification ............................................................................................................................ 45 AAU Career Assistance Program............................................................................................... 45 HONORS ........................................................................................................................................................... 46 Graduation with Honors............................................................................................................. 46 Delta Epsilon Tau Honors Society ............................................................................................ 46 LIBRARY SERVICES ....................................................................................................................................... 47 UNIVERSITY POLICIES ................................................................................................................................ 48 Academic Honesty ....................................................................................................................... 48 Course Census .............................................................................................................................. 51 Administrative Withdrawal ....................................................................................................... 52 Official Course Withdrawal ....................................................................................................... 52 Official Institutional Withdrawal ............................................................................................. 52 Unofficial Withdrawal Policy .................................................................................................... 52 Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal Policy ...................................................................................... 53 Exit Survey..................................................................................................................................... 54 Attendance Policy ........................................................................................................................ 54 Assignment Submission ............................................................................................................. 54 Late Assignment Policy............................................................................................................... 54 Cancellation, Withdrawal and Refund Policy ........................................................................ 55 Return to Title IV Funds (R2T4)................................................................................................ 56 Complaint Procedure ................................................................................................................... 59 Conduct Policy .............................................................................................................................. 59 Gatekeeper Courses ..................................................................................................................... 60 Course Repeat Policy ................................................................................................................... 60 Credit Transfer Policy ................................................................................................................. 61 Grading Policy .............................................................................................................................. 63 Graduation Policy ........................................................................................................................ 70 Grievance Policy ........................................................................................................................... 71 Leave of Absence .......................................................................................................................... 72 Proctored Examination Policy .................................................................................................... 74 Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy ......................................................................... 75 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) ........................................................... 80 Policy on Honorary Degrees ...................................................................................................... 81 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................................................ 82 Americans with Disabilities Act ............................................................................................... 82 Student Tuition Recovery Fund Disclosures .......................................................................... 83 TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................. 84 Hardware Requirements: ............................................................................................................ 84 Student must have a PC or Mac-based computer to participate in the course. ...................... 84 Software Requirements............................................................................................................... 85 UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS ........................................................................................................................... 85 Certificate Programs .................................................................................................................... 85 Degree Programs .......................................................................................................................... 99 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ................................................................................... 131 APPENDIX OF CHANGES .......................................................................................................................... 162 2012 University Catalog INTRODUCTION History Allied Business Schools, Inc. (Allied Schools) opened its doors nearly 20 years ago with a vision to provide students with a convenient, self-paced way to complete training for indemand careers. Since 1992, Allied SchoolsвЂ™ certificate and diploma courses have enabled working professionals, stay-at-home parents, military service members, and disabled individuals to get the training and credentials they need for career advancement, professional development, or personal growth through the convenience and affordability of distance education. From an initial concentration in real estate training, Allied Schools has expanded its educational products to include online business, health care, and a more extensive line of real estate licensing and certification courses. The online format enables students to complete their education at any time and from anywhere around the world. Today, there are more than 250 faculty and staff in the entire Allied family with a shared goal of providing the highest level of support possible in every Allied program. This foundation of history and success in offering educational opportunity provides the gateway for Allied American University (AAU) to offer undergraduate degree and certificate programs to meet a variety of academic needs. Allied American University is dedicated to providing the type of education that students need to succeed in todayвЂ™s competitive environment. The University, a division of Allied Business Schools, Inc., was accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council in June of 2008. AAU offers Associate and BachelorвЂ™s Degree programs in Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Criminal Justice, and General Studies as well as Certification Programs in the fields of Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Criminal Justice, and Healthcare. The University delivers student-centered academic programs in an online distance learning environment that allows students to pursue their degree from the comfort of their home, workplace, or wherever they choose to study. Allied Schools has never had a pending petition in bankruptcy, is not operating as a debtor in possession, or has not reorganized under Chapter 11 of the United States bankruptcy code (11 U.S.C. Sec 1101 et seg). 2 2012 University Catalog ACCREDITATION AND STATE APPROVAL National Accreditation Allied American University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (www.detc.org). The DETC is located at 1601 18th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009-2529 and may be contacted by phone at (202) 234-5100 or fax at (202) 332-1386. The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency and is a recognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Regional Accreditation Allied American University has applied for Eligibility from the Senior College Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. WASC has reviewed the application and determined that Allied American University is eligible to proceed with an application for Candidacy for Accreditation. A determination of Eligibility is not a formal status with the Accrediting Commission nor does it ensure eventual accreditation; it is a preliminary finding that the institution is potentially accreditable and can proceed within four years of its Eligibility determination to be reviewed for Candidacy status with the Accrediting Commission. Questions about Eligibility may be directed to the institution or to WASC at www.wascsenior.org or at 510-748-9001. California State Approval Allied American University is a private institution which is approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE), institution no. 24255659. Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by AAU may be directed to: The Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education P.O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833 Phone: (916) 431-6959 в€ј (888) 370-7589 Fax: (916) 263-1897 Website: www.bppe.ca.gov email: bppe@dca.ca.gov 3 2012 University Catalog MISSION, VISION, INSTITUTIONAL OBJECTIVES, AND CORE VALUES Mission Statement Allied American University is committed to providing online distance education degree programs for a diverse population of adult learners in a student-centered academic environment. The curriculum offered by AAU is continuously evaluated to ensure a practical nature and a focus on both established and emerging occupations. AAUвЂ™s strategic plan is to create a true academic culture by emphasizing faculty-driven educational programs that lead to the acquisition of knowledge and skills, measured by a formal institutional research process, which empowers students to achieve the outcomes of information literacy, career advancement, personal enrichment, leadership, and service to the community. Institutional Student Learning Outcomes (ILOs) пѓ� Information Literacy: AAU graduates will be able to research, evaluate, and effectively use information to accomplish a specific purpose. пѓ� Technological Competency: AAU graduates will solve problems using appropriate technological tools. пѓ� Ethical Leadership: AAU graduates will demonstrate ethical leadership in the workplace and in society. пѓ� Scientific Reasoning: AAU graduates will analyze issues and solve problems by applying the scientific method to address empirical issues and solve appropriate problems. пѓ� Diversity/Global Literacy: AAU graduates will apply globally diverse perspectives to analyzing problems and developing solutions. пѓ� Quantitative Reasoning/Literacy: AAU graduates will apply advanced mathematical concepts to solve real-world problems. пѓ� Communication: AAU graduates will model higher order skills of communication, presenting clear concise arguments, exercise persuasion, and present effective logic, through oral and written discourse. пѓ� Critical Analysis and Reasoning: AAU graduates will apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to analyze content, discover meaning or significance, draw conclusions, formulate solutions, and monitor results. пѓ� Lifelong Learning: AAU graduates will demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning. 4 2012 University Catalog Core Values The core values are a set of principles that are aligned with the UniversityвЂ™s mission and guide the practice and development of curriculum, faculty, students, and staff. в€ј Ethics вЂ“ Foster a learning environment that promotes responsible, principled behavior which respects the dignity of all members of the community. Students develop interests and acquire knowledge from multiple fields such as economics, the environment, and ethics as well as demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific, historical, and social phenomena. в€ј Integrity вЂ“ Conduct all activities in an ethical manner that is both open and collaborative. Commit to practices that are fair, honest, and objective in dealing with students, faculty members, staff, and stakeholders at all levels of the community. Students and faculty are expected to adhere to academic integrity, the highest ethical standards, and professional conduct in all processes and practices. AAU endeavors to systematically and effectively plan, oversee, evaluate, and improve its program objectives to ensure the academic quality and integrity of its academic programs and the semester credits and degrees awarded. в€ј Open Access вЂ“ Provide opportunities for lifelong educational options for all student populations, including non-traditional and underserved communities. Broaden access to degree programs for underserved populations through distance education technologies. AAU provides access to online library resources and services that assist students to meet the objectives of the degree program through Library and Information Resources Network (LIRN). в€ј Diversity вЂ“ Embrace and promote diversity in policies and practices to prepare students to live and work successfully in an increasingly diverse workplace and society. в€ј Student Service вЂ“ Strive to ensure that curriculum, delivery, and support services: п‚§ п‚§ п‚§ Respond to inquiries, requests, and concerns in an appropriate and timely manner Monitor operations in a continuous process of self-assessment and invite external evaluations by public agencies Remain accountable to students and to the public to fulfill the educational mission в€ј Quality вЂ“ Provide educational programs that lead to the acquisition of measurable knowledge and skills necessary to achieve information literacy, career advancement, personal enrichment, leadership, and service to the community. To ensure program quality, the University assesses practices, policies, and procedures on an ongoing basis to strengthen the overall effectiveness of curriculum, instructional delivery, and operations. AAU maintains a commitment to meet or exceed standards set forth by accrediting and regulatory bodies in all quality control aspects of educational activities, outcomes, and support services. в€ј Effective Written and Oral Communication вЂ“ Strive to develop effective oral and written communication student skills that lead to the clear expression of ideas, feelings, and information. Develop competence in communication, critical thinking, 5 2012 University Catalog collaboration, and information utilization together with an interest in lifelong learning to enhance opportunities for sustained success. в€ј Critical Thinking вЂ“ Enable students to develop a disciplined process of conceptualizing, analyzing, and applying information to use in their daily lives. Critical thinking students reflect broad analytical habits of thought, with a particular emphasis on critical thinking. Graduates should have an awareness of both the power and limitations of knowledge, an appreciation for the necessity of a historical grounding in all areas of inquiry, and the acquisition of those skills to identify, evaluate, and use evidence judiciously to fashion well-reasoned and persuasive arguments. в€ј Respect for the Value of Learning вЂ“ The University values intellectual curiosity, along with academic excellence, in the lives of its students. It is AAUвЂ™s belief that these values will enable students to achieve greater personal and professional growth that will benefit them at home, on the job, and in their communities. Therefore, as a result of their studies in the general education curriculum, graduates should: в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј Be able to reason critically about the various ethical dimensions of society. Value service to their local community and to broader causes at the national and international level. Value and demonstrate compassion, justice, and mutual respect for all individuals regardless of their physical differences or differences in viewpoints. Assume positions of leadership and high responsibility in all phases of society. StudentвЂ™s Bill of Rights в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј You have the right to receive regular and organized instruction and guidance that is consistent with the objectives of the course and program in which you are enrolled. You have the right to have your course grade determined only by academic achievement that is consistent with the objectives of the course. You have the right to have assignments graded and returned within a reasonable amount of time (see вЂњGrading PolicyвЂќ in Student Handbook). You have the right to discuss and receive clarification on course content from your instructor, either during posted office hours or during a scheduled appointment. You have the right to use all AAU educational resources in accordance with the rules concerning their use. You have the right to freedom of expression, including the right to dissent, protest, and/or take reasoned exception to the information and views offered in any course. You have the right to fair and reasonable treatment by all members of the AAU community. You have the right to the opportunity to participate in and receive the benefits of programs offered at AAU. No one may be excluded on the basis of disability, race, ethnicity, national origin, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation, or economic status. You have the right to inspect and review your own educational records and to request the amendment of these records if you feel they are inaccurate or misleading. 6 2012 University Catalog в€ј If you feel that your rights have been violated, you have the right to bring a grievance before the AAU administration (see "Grievance Policy" in Student Handbook). Academic Freedom Allied American University adheres to the following principles of academic freedom. As a higher education institution, AAU holds the pursuit of education in highest regard and strives to provide an environment that promotes the pursuit of truth and mutual respect to support the generation of new knowledge and reasoned argument based on scholarly justification. Students and faculty are expected to adhere to academic integrity, the highest ethical standards, and professional conduct in all processes and practices. It is reasonable that the teaching and learning environments will be open to diverse opinions and voices and that the same course content can be presented in multiple ways in order to achieve the same outcome goals. Teaching and learning styles may differ, and it is not unexpected that differences in styles, opinions, and approaches may lead to conflict or grievances. Toward these ends and in respect for diversity, the following guidelines should be followed: 1. Allied American University recognizes that each faculty member will express his or her opinions and philosophies freely without censorship. Concurrently, it is important that faculty members realize their responsibility to this University to make their students understand that their expression does not represent the opinions of Allied American University. 2. The thorough discussion of topics from diverse perspectives within the faculty membersвЂ™ subject is encouraged. Controversial subject matter outside of each faculty memberвЂ™s area of expertise is strongly discouraged within taught courses. 3. Faculty members are encouraged to research and publish such research in addition to the fulfillment of their normal academic duties. However, no research may be conducted using AAU students, about AAU students, or on or about the AAU teaching and learning model without formal approval from Allied American University. ADMISSIONS Application and Enrollment Process Allied American UniversityвЂ™s admissions policy is oriented to adult learners, including military members, who typically have previously completed undergraduate level courses, military training, or earned credit by examination. Prospective students are required to complete and submit an online application for admission. Students will be charged a $35 application fee during registration. Applications fees for military students, their dependants, and veterans will be waived. In the application, students will submit their current contact information, previous education, employment information, declare a program, and answer survey questions. Students will receive a letter from admissions if their application has been approved. If an application is deferred, the student will be asked to respond to specific questions so that the Application Review Committee can try and determine if the student can be successful in an 7 2012 University Catalog online school environment. The Application Review Committee will make a final decision to approve or deny an application based on the studentвЂ™s response to the question(s). The studentвЂ™s responses will be documented in his or her student record. To be admitted to the university, a student must submit evidence of a high school diploma, GEDВ® certificate, or an international equivalent. In lieu of submitting proof of high school graduation, a student may submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university showing a minimum of 12 credits that transfer and apply to the program being pursued at AAU. The 12 college level semester credits must have been completed with a вЂњCвЂњ or higher for each course at an accredited postsecondary institution. AAU will accept the following documents as proof of high school graduation: в€ј High School Transcript в€ј High School Diploma в€ј GEDВ® Certificate в€ј DD-214 в€ј DD-1966 в€ј DA- 669 в€ј BIR (Basic Individual Record, USMC) в€ј Page Four of service record (US Navy) в€ј Education and Training Record (USAF) в€ј College Transcript showing 12 transferrable credits Non-degree seeking students looking to fulfill licensing requirements must submit evidence of their state-issued license (which must be in good standing with the regulatory agency in the issuing state) in lieu of a high school diploma. Students have the option to submit an Attestation Form while obtaining their high school completion documentation in order to register for courses. Students who submit the Attestation Form are required to submit their high school completion documentation within 16 weeks of admission to the university. Students who do not provide the proper documentation during that timeframe will be withdrawn from the university and no documentation will be released. Students utilizing Title IV funds are not able to utilize the Attestation Form. As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement. You are encouraged to review the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement. Step 1: Apply Online The application process is simplified to reduce processing time. Prospective AAU students complete an online application that can be accessed from the website, www.allied.edu. Applicants indicate whether they will pursue a Certificate, AssociateвЂ™s Degree, or BachelorвЂ™s Degree and then will choose an academic degree program, such as Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Criminal Justice, or General Studies. 8 2012 University Catalog Step 2: Enrollment Process Soon after the application has been received by AAUвЂ™s Admissions Department, the prospective student is contacted by an admissions representative whose mission is to inform the applicant about AAUвЂ™s available programs and assist throughout the enrollment process. Essential documents, including transcripts for credit transfer, enrollment agreement, military service forms, and payment method, are collected by the admissions representative by email, fax, and mail. Step 3: Transfer Credit Evaluation As soon as the prospective student and the admissions representative have completed the application requirements, the information is sent to the Registrar for credit evaluation. Students looking to transfer credit to AAU must submit transcripts from post-secondary schools attended to the admissions department for evaluation along with a $25 transfer credit evaluation fee. The $25 transcript evaluation fee is waived for military students, their dependants, and veterans. Transcripts are not required for a first time or non-degree seeking students. An unofficial transcript, which may be sent from the applicant to AAU, is accepted to facilitate the credit evaluation. It is the studentвЂ™s responsibility to submit official transcript(s) before the end of the first semester for any applied transfer credit to remain on their degree plan. When official transcripts are not received, transfer credits associated with missing transcripts will be removed. In these cases, students will be required to satisfy the remaining course requirements to earn their degree or certificate. If official transcripts are received at a later date, those credits may be re-applied to the studentвЂ™s degree plan. Students will not be credited or reimbursed for any coursework taken at AAU to replace any removed transfer credit. An assessment is generated listing all transferable course work. The assessment is used to generate the Degree Plan. Step 4: Creation of the Degree Plan After the transcripts are evaluated, transfer credit is articulated to the selected program. A personalized degree plan showing the transferred credit, along with remaining courses required to graduate, is created and sent to the applicant. The admissions representative contacts the prospective student at this point and answers any questions related to the degree plan or the enrollment process. For students using VA benefits, all transcripts from former institutions must be evaluated for possible award of transfer credit. Repeating courses at different educational institutions may result in an overpayment, and the VA may request repayment. See Student Affairs section, Academic Status. 9 2012 University Catalog Step 5: Placement Exams All students must satisfy the placement requirement for English and Mathematics prior to registering for courses. The purpose of this requirement is to place students into a course that is appropriate for their level of competency. Non degree seeking students are not required to satisfy the placement exam requirement, unless they wish to enroll in an English or Mathematics course. The placement exam requirement can be satisfied in one of the three following ways: 1. Transfer courses from other institutions that satisfy the AAU entry-level courses in both English and Mathematics (final determination on transfer credit to be made by Office of Registrar) 2. Complete the Placement Examinations 3. Waive the Placement Examinations If students do not have appropriate transfer credit, they must either complete or waive the Placement Examinations. Students will have the opportunity to complete the examinations only at the start of their programs. If they elect to not take one or both of the examinations, students must complete the appropriate waiver form, in which they confirm their understanding that they will not have another opportunity to take the examinations after admission to the university. Admissions representatives are responsible for placing students into the appropriate placement exams during the admissions process. All placement exams must be completed, waived, or satisfied by transfer credit prior to registering for courses their first semester. Step 6: Getting Started Once the degree plan is accepted and an enrollment agreement is signed and processed, the applicant officially becomes a student. If a student has any outstanding documents, AAU will not release any official records. International Students Students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the United States are considered for admission to Allied American University on the basis of academic preparation and personal qualifications. Please note: в€ј AAU does not offer English language services, including instruction. в€ј All instruction at AAU is conducted in English. в€ј AAU does not provide visa services, does not vouch for student status, or assist with any associated charges To apply: Step 1: Submit an online application Prospective AAU students complete an online application that can be accessed from the website, www.allied.edu. Applicants indicate whether they will pursue a Certificate, AssociateвЂ™s Degree, or BachelorвЂ™s Degree and then will choose an academic degree program 10 2012 University Catalog such as Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Criminal Justice, or General Studies. Step 2: Academic Documentation Prospective AAU students send official copies of transcripts from secondary schools, colleges, and universities to AAU. Transcripts in languages other than English must be accompanied by a certified translation. Foreign Transcript Evaluation: Transcripts for comparable university-level courses completed in a country other than the United States must be evaluated by an outside credential evaluation company before they are submitted to AAU. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (www.naces.org) members are acceptable sources for foreign credential evaluation and translation services. Step 3: TOEFL/IELTS Scores Students who indicate on their application that English is not their primary language will be required to take one of the following English proficiency exams: в€ј Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 500 on the TOEFL PBT (Paper Based Test) or a minimum score of 61 on the TOEFL iBT (Internet Based Test). в€ј International English Test (IELTS) exam with a minimum score of 6.0. в€ј English Proficiency Exam (EPE), which is administered by Allied American University and based on TOEFL. Allied American University does not have a responsibility to find or assist a student in finding housing, since our programs are non-residential. Non-Degree Seeking Students Allied American University welcomes individuals who are not seeking a degree from the University but wish to continue their education for college credit. Non-degree seeking students are individuals who may be taking coursework for personal enrichment, job enhancement, or certification. Non-degree seeking students may either enroll in individual courses or enroll into a certificate program. Non-degree seeking students must formally apply and are subject to all policies and procedures that apply to undergraduate students, as outlined in this catalog. These students must show proof of a high school diploma or equivalent. Transcripts (prior college and/or military training) are not required to enroll as a non-degree seeking student. There are no additional fees, and tuition is the same regardless of the student status. AAU encourages non-degree seeking students to apply their earned credit toward a degree. A non-degree seeking student who later decides to pursue a degree plan will be required to supply transcripts for prior college and military training credit. An AAU representative will assist students desiring to make this change. 11 2012 University Catalog Program Entrance Exams Certain programs may require students to complete an entrance exam prior to enrollment. Admissions representatives are responsible for placing students into the appropriate entrance exam during the admissions process. Any student who does not pass a program required entrance exam will not be allowed to enroll in that particular program. Students who wish to declare a major of Computer Information Systems (CIS) will be required to take and successfully pass the CIS Entrance Exam. Should a student not pass the exam, he or she has the option of submitting a written appeal to the Dean of Computer Information Systems, indicating why an exception should be made. Any decision by the Dean is final. Students enrolling in a CIS Bachelor Program who already hold an Associates Degree from an approved accredited program in Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Technology or Computer Science will not be required to take CIS Entrance Exam. For an associateвЂ™s degree with a title that varies from one these, the Dean of CIS will make a determination as to its applicability with regard to this policy. AAU Orientation Students wishing to enroll into AAU programs are required to successfully complete the AAU new student orientation. The orientation course is offered at no cost to the student and is a non-semester credit course. Students are required to successfully complete the orientation course prior to the start of their first semester. The purpose of this course is to expose students to AAUвЂ™s policies, prepare them for what they will experience during their semester, and to help students learn how to navigate and find information through our iBoard learning platform. In order for a student to schedule the new student orientation, they must have an approved admissions application on file. Admissions representatives are responsible for scheduling students into orientation prior to the start of the students first semester. Students who complete all admissions requirements and successfully complete orientation will be granted acceptance into the university. Any student who does not successfully complete orientation will have to defer their start date and will not be admitted into the university. These students must go through the admissions department to schedule another orientation course. Any student who does not successfully complete the orientation course after two attempts will not be admitted into the university. Re-admitted Students A student who wishes to return to AAU and has left under the following circumstances will be required to re-apply for admission. в€ј Newly admitted student who did not register for courses within 6 months of admission в€ј Continuing students who fail to register for a new semester within one year в€ј Students who have been academically dismissed and are returning after being gone more than one year. 12 2012 University Catalog Re-admitted students will be required to submit a new application for admission. All students who are re-admitted will be subject to the current policies, procedures, and program requirements in the catalog that are in effect at the time they are re-admitted. Students who wish to keep the program requirements that were in place at their last enrollment will have the right to appeal with the Dean. All appeals must be made prior to signing a new enrollment agreement. Students must submit a written request directed to the dean and will receive a written response within 15 business days. Military students returning from a deployment will be re-admitted at their original rate of pursuit within the same program as when they left. Please refer to military deployment provisions policy for more details. Certificate Program Options Allied American University offers twenty-seven different certificate programs. These certificates are offered through the degree programs as noted. Introduction type includes courses from 100 and 200 level with all prerequisites included. General type includes courses from 100, 200, 300, 400 level with course prerequisites included. Advanced type includes courses from 300 and 400 levels. Business Administration в€ј Introduction - Business в€ј Introduction - Marketing в€ј Introduction - Office Management в€ј Introduction - California Real Estate в€ј Introduction - Real Estate в€ј Introduction - Solar Energy в€ј Introduction - Finance в€ј General - Management The Business of Healthcare в€ј Introduction - Pharmacy Technician в€ј Introduction - Medical Administrative Assistant в€ј Introduction - Medical Billing в€ј Introduction - Medical Coding Students are encouraged to refer to their individual state requirements for licensure or certification in regards to the certificates above. Computer Information Systems в€ј Introduction - Computer Programming в€ј Introduction - Computer Applications в€ј General - Web Design в€ј General - IT Management 13 2012 University Catalog Criminal Justice в€ј Introduction - Criminal Justice в€ј Introduction - Criminal Investigations в€ј Introduction - Homeland Security в€ј Introduction - Law Enforcement в€ј Introduction - Private Security в€ј Introduction - Security Studies в€ј Introduction - Understanding Terrorism в€ј General - Corrections в€ј General - Terrorism and Security в€ј Advanced - Forensic Investigations в€ј Advanced - Law Enforcement II Please refer to the Programs and Course Catalog section at the end of this catalog for details. Please note that programs and courses are subject to change at the discretion of the University. Degree Options Allied American University offers eight degrees in four program areas: в€ј Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration в€ј Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems в€ј Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice в€ј Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Arts in General Studies with or without a concentration Change of Major / Program Policy A student seeking to change their major and/or program should review the program requirements and discuss the process with their Program Success Advocate. A studentвЂ™s satisfactory academic progress is determined by all courses completed at AAU regardless of major or program. ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic Affairs The academic affairs department, through the Provost, primarily serves as the institutional voice for curriculum research and selection, instructional design, course development, faculty selection, articulation, student retention, outcomes assessment, and accreditation oversight for the University. Instructional Model Allied American UniversityвЂ™s goal is to provide a high-quality educational experience to both students and faculty through online learning using innovative technologies and teaching techniques. 14 2012 University Catalog The instructional model is a traditional cohort, modified open-enrollment, conforming to the following profile: в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј A traditional cohort consists of one or more students. Each enrollment has a fixed start date and end date. Courses consist of eight modules. Each module is typically one week. There are eight weeks in which students are required to submit discussion board posts, module assignments, and the final exam. The final course grade is submitted within three (3) days of the scheduled end date of the course. Allied American University does not offer or accept experiential credit. Academic Sessions Each session is comprised of 8-one week modules. Academic Semester Allied American University semesters are 16-weeks in length. Course Load Students are permitted to enroll in up to six semester credits (two courses) concurrently at Allied American University. Enrollment in nine (three courses) or more semester credits concurrently at Allied American University requires approval based on successful completion of prior coursework taken at Allied American University or elsewhere. Enrollment Status A student must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester credits over the 16-week semester to be considered a full-time student. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of six semester credits over the 16-week semester to be considered half-time students. Students enrolled in less than 12 semester credits during a semester are considered part-time students. A student may not be active in more than two courses concurrently. A student may enroll in more than two courses during a semester. For Financial Student Aid purposes, there are four enrollment statuses: 1. Full time: enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester credits in a semester. 2. Three-Quarter (3/4) time: enrolled in 9 but less than 12 semester credits in a semester. 3. Half (ВЅ) time: enrolled in 6 but less than 9 semester credits in a semester. 4. Less than half (ВЅ) time: enrolled in less than 6 credits in a semester. In accordance with standards established by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, for benefit calculation a VA studentвЂ™s enrollment status is based on the number of semester credits for which the student is registered during an enrollment period as defined by the start and end date of a course(s). 15 2012 University Catalog Class Level Students who have completed less than 30 semester credits are considered freshman; 30-59.9 semester credits are sophomores; 60-89.9 semester credits are juniors; 90 semester credits and above are seniors. StudentsвЂ™ class level will be calculated upon completion of their semester. Course Format and Access AAU students access their courses through iBoard Learning Management System. This course delivery platform features an easy-to-use student interface. iBoard is used by students and faculty members for all course work, attendance, and grading. Supported by the course instructor and the accompanying textbook, iBoard is the studentsвЂ™ online classroom. Every student is required to be enrolled in the Allied Online Orientation course, which is non-semester credit and is included at no additional cost. Students are required to complete the orientation course prior to starting their first AAU course. The purpose of the course is to orient the student in navigating through iBoard, to understand the process for successfully completing a course, and to utilize all helpful student resources. Faculty and Instruction Interaction with the course instructor is the front-line of academic support to students to help them master the course content. AAU employs a traditional course structure of multiple students (maximum ten) per faculty member. However, each student receives personalized attention that is tailored to his or her individual needs and preferences. The main academic goals are that the student master the course learning objectives and complete all work within the course timeframe. The instructorвЂ™s main responsibility is to work closely with the students to ensure their learning success. Faculty are responsible for initiating contact with students through email at the start of the semester and to monitor student interaction throughout the course by email, assignment submission and grading, discussion boards, student-centered assignment feedback, and through a messaging system. Continuous improvement and institutional effectiveness are essential to student satisfaction and academic progress. As such, outreach efforts to foster student interaction for learning purposes are continually evaluated by AAU faculty members and staff. Evaluation includes student and faculty surveys and monitoring student engagement with AAU student activities outside of coursework. Evaluation of faculty by students is conducted as part of the "How Would You Grade Us," student end-of-course evaluation survey. There are items that pertain directly to the evaluation of faculty. As with all items in this survey, student responses are reviewed regularly (on a weekly basis) and based on comments any needed action is taken, up to and including termination of faculty contract. In addition, regular interaction takes place between students and Program Success Advocates (PSAs), which includes evaluation of faculty. When appropriate, PSAs may either work directly with faculty to remediate minor issues, or, in cases of grave violations 16 2012 University Catalog on the part of faculty, issues are escalated to the Dean for remediation, which can include action up to and including termination of faculty contract. Participation In order to earn full points for the discussion board, the student must make at least three substantive posts in the discussion board for each week. One of the posts must be the studentвЂ™s main response to the discussion topic posted by the instructor as well as two additional posts to fellow students or the instructor. Discussion boards will close at the end of each week. After 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Sunday evenings, the discussion board closes. Students will be able to view all posts after that time, but will not have the ability to make additional posts. Failure to participate in the discussion board will impact the grade for the course. If outstanding circumstances prevent a student from participating, the student should discuss these factors with the course instructor prior to the end of the week in question. Instructors assess the quality of the studentsвЂ™ contributions during the course by grading each assignment. Assignments include check your understanding, homework, progress tests, discussion board, and final exams. Each student is required to submit all assignments and to take part in answering discussion board questions posted by the instructor and contribute to the interactive discussions. Failure to complete assignments and maintain a passing course grade of 2.00 or (вЂњCвЂќ) grade or better will contribute to unsatisfactory academic progress that carries various consequences. If a student falls out of good standing, there are three types of academic status: warning, probation, and dismissal. Points for assignments and participation are awarded based on the following criteria. StudentвЂ™s work should: в€ј Demonstrate mastery of the course objectives в€ј Reflect original thought and reflection on the course topics в€ј Reflect content offered in the assigned course readings and feedback from the instructor в€ј Demonstrate evidence of critical thinking, thorough reading, and analysis of the material being studied and discussed в€ј Show evidence that the student distinguishes among different kinds of data (e.g., facts, opinions, assumptions, inferences, and evaluations) в€ј Show a willingness to test new ideas and risk comments that are not вЂњsafeвЂќ в€ј Reflect a willingness to interact with faculty by asking questions and challenging ideas and conclusions. For example, in the discussion board students should avoid merely making comments such as вЂњThatвЂ™s rightвЂќ or вЂњI agree.вЂќ в€ј Be substantiated and persuasively presented Non-participation is characterized by lack of assignment submission and inadequate contribution in threaded discussions. Non-participation will be monitored by both Program Success Advocates and the instructor. 17 2012 University Catalog Program Success Advocates and instructors will send warning emails to students who fail to submit assignments or participate. The warning email will indicate that the studentsвЂ™ assignment grades and final course grade may fail to meet the minimum academic standard. Substantive Interaction Only comments made in the discussion boards that are considered "substantive" will be included in the evaluation of a student's score. Substantive comments are those that add value to a discussion by introducing a new perspective that is related to the subject matter. Simple (without explanation) agreement or disagreement with the discussion topic or with comments posted by others does not constitute substantive interaction. Outcomes Assessment At the core of the UniversityвЂ™s assessment process are the following principles: в€ј Identify clearly what the institution is trying to accomplish в€ј Develop measurable outcomes to determine the degree of institutional success in achieving those outcomes в€ј Use qualitative and quantitative measures to identify the variables responsible for strengths and weaknesses in the institution or in its programs в€ј Collect follow-up data to assess the effectiveness of changes made in the process в€ј Use a broad cross-section of methodologies to ensure that limitations of individual instruments do not distort the measurement of complex attributes or outcomes в€ј Assessment measures will be selected to represent a range of assessment techniques: quantitative and qualitative, standardized and customized, direct and indirect, internal and external, to ensure a more comprehensive and rigorous assessment process In order to ensure academic excellence, AAU is committed to establishing a culture of assessment that encourages voluntary self inquiry, promotes innovation and experimentation in assessment methods, and supports efforts to become more reflective and responsive. Assessment provides the data to affirm what the University does well and to promote continuous improvement in all other areas. The standard for assessment focuses on enhancing student learning and providing the appropriate levels of educational and administrative support to fulfill the UniversityвЂ™s mission. 18 2012 University Catalog UNIVERSITY FACULTY AND QUALIFICATIONS BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Bill Luton, Ph.D., Dean Mazen Alkhatib, Ph.D. Danielle Babb, Ph.D. Linda Beach, M.B.P.A. Nicholas Bergan, M.S. Jennifer Biegala, M.M. Christopher Boucher, M.B.A. Mary Beth Boyer, M.A. Brad Burgess, M.B.A. Deborah Colon-Mateo, M.B.A. Victoria Coreless, M.B.A. Magdalena Cutler, Ph.D. Mary Dereshiwsky, Ph.D. Nikki Follis, M.B.A. Ted Framan, M.B.A. Paul Frankenhauser, Ph.D. Jad Habchi, Ph.D. Carol Hannon, M.B.A. John Hannon, Ph.D. Alireza Hassanzadeh, Ph.D. Christina Joyner, M.A. Joseph Kempker, Ph.D. Tim Kenny, M.B.A. Calvin Lathan, Ed.D. Elizabeth Legault, M.A. Sally Lozada, Ph.D. Jim Luke, M.B.A. Deborah Malenfant, M.B.A. Gerardo Nogales, M.A. John Obradovich, Ph.D. Bharat Patel, M.S. Michael Pitou, LL.M. Laura Pogue, Ph.D. Dezzie Prewitt, M.S. Donna Riccobono, M.B.A. Sheila Rojas, M.B.A. Tracy Sipma, M.B.A. Lisa Smart, Ph.D. Diane Sykes, M.B.A. Ashley Taylor, M.B.A. Barbara-Leigh Tonelli, Ph.D. Benjamin Tran, M.S. Lisa Walker, M.B.A. Debbie Wilson, M.Ed. Robert Zimmerman, M.B.A. Paula Zobish, Ph.D. THE BUSINESS OF HEALTHCARE Bill Luton, Ph.D., Dean Kenyonn Demps, M.S. Stephanie Harrell, Pharm.D. Chassitty Loving, D.P.M. Irene Ortiz-Colella, D.C. Roy Krishna, Ph.D. COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS Tim Perez, M.S., Dean Farooq Afzal, M.S. Jenelle Davis, M.S. Bianca Gilyot, M.S. Shelley Pumphrey, M.S. Tom Hutchinson, Ph.D. Barbara Lennard, Ph.D. Fred Lumpkin, M.S. Benjamin Perez, M.S. John Pi, M.B.A. Shelly Pumphrey, M.S. Omar Sattari, M.S. CRIMINAL JUSTICE Patricia Drown, Ph.D., Dean George Ackerman, J.D. Bernard Alex, M.P.A. Camille Armstead, M.P.A. Nick Barbella, M.A.S. Lisa Bruno, J.D. Erik Burks, M.S. Brian Danigole, M.S. Denise Deshields, Ph.D. Brian Follett, M.S. Joe Gonzalez, M.A. Charles Irvin, Ph.D. Edward Labarge, M.S. Kell Palguta, M.A. John Race, M.S. 19 Sandra Putnam, M.P.A. Ryan Schwoebel, M.S. Kevin Shek, J.D. Dianne Williams, Ph.D. Walter Witham, M.S. Travis Zimmerman, M.S. 2012 University Catalog GENERAL STUDIES Patricia Drown, Ph.D., Dean ARTS & HUMANITIES Kelly Denzer, M.A. Susan Harmon, M.F.A. Stephanie Sandifer, M.Ed. Emilio Soltero, Ph.D. Marc Thomson, M.F.A. ENGLISH COMMUNICATION Cynthia Arellano-Lavariere, Ed. D. Mary-Lynn Chambers, M.A. Iris Chao, M.A. John Conway, Ph.D. Steven Kaplan, M.A. Susan Lucas, Ph.D. Kristy Nelson, Ph.D. Samantha, Pascale, M.A. Kendall Shearman, M.A. MATH CONCEPTS & QUANTITATIVE REASONING Christina Holdiness, M.S. Christina Joyner, M.A. Elizabeth Legault, M.A. PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Bowles, Marshall, Ph.D. Jessica Bostock, M.S. Elizabeth Legault, M.A. Marianne Liakos, M.A. Amy Reidenbach, M.S. Sandra Samarron, M.S. Brian Steinberg, M.A. Shannon Unger, M.S. Jennifer Zuercher, Ph.D. Donald Logsdon, Ph.D. Benjamin Manning, M.Tech. SOCIAL & BEHAVIOR SCIENCES Susan Fornier, Ph.D. Cindy Fouhy, Ph.D. Steven Klein, Ph.D. Loretta Reid, Ph.D. Carolyn Ward, M.S. Rob Wolf, Ph.D. Raymond Zucco, Ph.D. 20 2012 University Catalog FACULTY QUALIFICATIONS George Ackerman J.D., Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad Law School Ph.D. (candidate), Public Safety, Capella University M.S., Criminal Justice & Psychology, Nova Southeastern University M.B.A., Business Administration, Nova Southeastern University M.S., Sports Administration, Lynn University B.A., Criminal Justice, Florida Atlantic University Farooq Afzal Ph.D. (candidate), Information Technology, Capella University M.S., Network Architecture and Design, Capella University B.S., Electrical Engineering, NED University of Engineering and Technology Bernard Alex Ph.D. (in progress), Criminal Justice & Psychology, Walden University M.P.A., California State University, Dominguez Hills B.A., Sociology/Criminal Justice, University of Southern California, Los Angeles Mazen Alkhatib Ph.D., Computer Engineering, University of Louisiana, Lafayette M.SC., Computer Engineering, Iowa State University B.SC., Electrical Engineering, UAE University Cynthia Arellano-Lavariere Ed. D., Philosophy of Education University of Phoenix M.A., Communication Studies, California State University, Fullerton B.A., Speech Communication, Point Loma Nazarene University Camille Armstead M.P.A., California State University, Dominguez Hills B.S., University of LaVerne Danielle Babb Ph.D., Organizational Leadership/Technology Management, Capella University M.B.A., Information Systems Emphasis, University of Redlands B.S., Business Administration, University of California, Riverside Nick Barbella M.A.S., Security and Terrorism, Farleigh Dickinson University B.S., Human Services in Administrative Justice, Thomas Edison College 21 2012 University Catalog Linda Beach Ph.D. (candidate), Business Administration, Northcentral University M.B.P.A., Business & Public Administration, Southeastern University M.S., Business, Luther Rice University Nicholas Bergan M.S., Economics, Florida State University B.A., Economics, St. Louis University Jennifer Biegala M.M., Management, National American University M.B.A., General Education, National American University B.I.S., Business, Lourdes College Jessica Bostock M.S., Marine Biology, Nova Southeastern University B.S., Biology, Duke University Christopher Boucher M.B.A., University of Phoenix B.S., Business Administration, Western New England College Marshall Bowles Ph.D., Marine Biogeochemistry, University of Georgia M.E.M., Water & Air Resources, Duke University B.S., Integrated Science and Technology, James Madison University Mary Beth Boyer M.Ed., Cross-Cultural Teaching, National University B.A., Philosophy, California State University, Long Beach Lisa Bruno J.D., Law, Massachusetts School of Law M.A., Criminal Justice, Anna Maria College B.A., Administration of Justice, Salve Regina University Brad Burgess M.A., Liberty University M.B.A., Liberty University B.S., Liberty University Erik Burks M.S., Emergency Services, California State University, Long Beach B.A., Criminal Justice, Chapman University 22 2012 University Catalog Mary-Lynn Chambers Ph.D. (candidate), Technical & Professional Discourse (English), East Carolina University B.A., Sociology/English, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario M.A., Technical & Professional Communication (English), East Carolina University Ms. Iris Chao M.A., English, California State University, Fullerton B.A., English, University of California, Davis Deborah Colon-Mateo M.B.A., Information Technology Management, Healthcare Management, and Negotiation & Conflict Management, Jones International University B.A., Communication/Psychology, University of Arizona John Conway Ph.D., English Literature, University of South Carolina M.F.A., Creative Writing (Fiction), Southern Illinois University M.A., English Literature, Western Michigan University B.A., English Literature, Ohio State University Victoria Coreless M.B.A., International Marketing, Loyola Marymount University B.S., Apparel Merchandising and Management, California State Polytechnic Magdalena Cutler Ph.D., Economics/Industrial Organization, Arizona State University M.S., Information Management, Arizona State University B.S., Applied Economics, American University in Bulgaria, Blagoevgrad Brian Danigole M.S., Criminal Justice Administration, University of Phoenix B.S., Criminal Justice Administration, University of Phoenix Jenelle Davis M.S., Computer Science, George Washington University M.S., (in progress), Project Management, George Washington University B.A., Computer Information Systems, Georgia State University Kenyonn Demps M.S., Health Services Administration, Nova Southeastern University B.S., Social Work, Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University Kelly Denzer M.A., Art History, University of St. Thomas B.A., Art History, University of St. Thomas 23 2012 University Catalog Mary Dereshiwsky Ph.D., Business Administration, University of Massachusetts, Amherst M.S., Accounting, University of New Haven B.S., Education Certification, Southern Connecticut State University Denise Deshields Ph.D., Human Services/Criminal Justice, Capella University M.B.A., Business Administration, Rosemont College B.S., Human Resource Management, Rosemont College Brian Follett Ph.D. (in progress), Columbia Southern University M.S., Criminal Justice, Saint Leo University B.S., Criminal Justice, Columbia Southern University Nikki Follis Ph.D. (candidate), Business Administration & Organization Leadership, Northcentral M.B.A., E-Commerce, Baker College B.S., Computer Information Systems, Saint Leo University Cindy Fouhy Ph.D., Psychology, Capella University M.S., Psychology Counseling, Capella University B.S., Education, Broad field Social Science, Music Major, Western Montana College Susan Fournier Ph.D., Sociology/ Gerontology, University of Minnesota B.A., English/Sociology, Northeastern Illinois University Ted Framan M.B.A., Marketing, University of Texas at Austin B.S., Finance, University of Southern California Paul Frankenhauser Ph.D., Organization Management, Capella University M.A., Organization Management, University of Phoenix B.S., Physical Education, Temple University Bianca Gilyot M.S., Computer Information Systems, Southern University B.A., English, Xavier University Joe Gonzalez M.A., Behavioral Science/Negotiation & Conflict Management, California State University B.A., Interdisciplinary Studies, California State University 24 2012 University Catalog Jad Habchi Ph.D., Pebble Hills University M.B.A., Sagesse University B.A., Marketing and Management, Lebanese University Carol Hannon M.S., Human Resources Management, Florida Institute of Technology M.B.A., Florida Institute of Technology B.S., Business Administration, University of Maryland John Hannon Ph.D., Business Administration Management, Nova Southeastern University M.B.A., Quantitative Analysis, University of Dayton B.S., Industrial Engineering (Psychology), University of Dayton Susan Harmon M.F.A., Painting, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro B.F.A., Painting, School of the Art Institute of Chicago B.F.A., Graphic Arts, University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana Stephanie Harrell Pharm.D, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy Pre-Pharmacy, University of Georgia Pre-Pharmacy, Dalton State College Alireza Hassanzadeh Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of Alabama, Huntsville M.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Alabama, Huntsville Christina Holdiness M.S., Mathematics, University of Texas at Arlington B.A.., Mathematics/Philosophy, Centenary College of Louisiana Thomas Hutchinson, Jr. Ph.D., Instructional Technology/Art/Multimedia, Mississippi State University M.S., Instructional Technology, Mississippi State University B.S., Industrial Technology, Mississippi State University Charles Irvin Ph.D., Administration of Justice, University of Southern Mississippi J.D., Jurisprudence, Loyola University School of Law B.S., Education/English, Jackson State University Christina Joyner M.A., Math, University of South Florida B.A., Math, Southeastern University, Lakeland 25 2012 University Catalog Steven Kaplan M.A., Mass Communications, California State University, Northridge B.A., English Literature, University of California, Los Angeles Joseph Kempker Ph.D., Business Administration, Engineering & Technology, Northcentral M.S., Engineering Management, New Jersey Institute of Technology B.S., Applied Science and Technology, Thomas A. Edison State College Tim Kenny Ph.D. (candidate), Business Administration, Northcentral University M.S., Organizational Leadership, Regis University M.B.A., Accounting, Western New England College B.A., History, University of Southern Maine Steven Klein Ph.D. Anthropology, University Northern Carolina Ph.D. Philosophy, University Northern Carolina M.A., Philosophy, University of Northern Carolina B.A., Philosophy, Yale University Roy Krishna Ph.D., Philosophy, Medicine (Pharmacology), Monash University B.S., Pharmacology, Monash University B.S., Physiology and Pharmacology, Monash University Edward Labarge M.S., Information Assurance and Security, Capella University B.S., Management Computer Information Systems, Park University Calvin Lathan III Ed.D., Organizational Leadership, University of Southern California M.B.A., Management, Webster University B.S., Liberal Arts, University of the State of New York Elizabeth Legault M.A., Elementary Education, Salem State College B.A., Early Childhood Education, Salem State College Barbara Lennard Ph.D., Organization Management/IT, Capella University M.S., IT/Project Management and Leadership, Capella University B.S., Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Houston 26 2012 University Catalog Marianne Liakos D.H.Ed. (in progress), A.T. Still University M.S., Exercise Science & Health Promotion/ Fitness and Wellness, California University B.S., Foods and Nutrition, Marymount College Donald Logsdon Ph.D., Philosophy/Zoology, Colorado State University Ph.D., Philosophy/e-Learning Administration, TUI M.S., Biology, Trinity University Chassitty Loving Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine, Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine M.B.A., Healthcare Management, Jones International University B.S. Biology, Valdosta State University Sally Lozada Ph.D., Educational Leadership, Capella University M.A., Education, Ohio University B.A., English, Ohio University Susan Lucas Ph.D., Instructional Leadership/Instructional Technology, University of Alabama M.A., Teaching English as a Second Language, St. MichaelвЂ™s College B.A., English, College of St. Catherine Jim Luke M.B.A., Information Security and Assurance, Capella University B.A., Psychology, (Religion Minor), Andrews University Fred Lumpkin Ph.D. (candidate), Organization and Management (IT), Capella University M.S., Computer and Information Systems, University of Detroit Mercy B.A., Economics, The College of Wooster Deborah Malenfant M.B.A., Babcock Graduate School of Business, Wake Forest University B.S., HR Management & Labor Relations, Old Dominion University Benjamin Manning B.Tech., Engineering, University of Southern Mississippi M.Tech., Engineering, University of Southern Mississippi 27 2012 University Catalog Kristina Nelson Ed.D., Educational Technology, Northcentral University M.A., English Comp and Literature, California State University, San Bernardino M.A., History, American Public University M.S., Psychology, California Coast University B.A., English Literature, California State University, San Bernardino Gerardo Nogales M.A., Educational Administration, National University B.S., Biological Sciences, California State University Fullerton John Obradovich Ph.D., Organization Management, Capella University M.B.A., Strategic Leadership, Amberton University B.A., Accounting, Michigan State University Theodore Okendu Ph.D., Organization Management, Capella University M.B.A., Management, University of Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State M.L.S., Labor Law & Industrial Relations, Lagos State University Irene Ortiz-Colella D.C., Lynn University M.B.A., Westwood College Kell Palguta M.A., Criminal Justice Administration, New Mexico State University B.S., Psychology, Northern Arizona University Samantha Pascale M.A., English, National University B.A., Spanish/Translation Studies, Montclair State University Bharat Patel B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Manchester University M.S., Mechanical Engineering, London University Benjamin Perez M.S., Information Systems, National University M.B.A., National University John Pi M.B.A., Keller Graduate School, DeVry University B.S., Information Systems Management, California State University, Long Beach 28 2012 University Catalog Michael Pitou LL.M., Government Procurement Law, George Washington University J.D., University of Colorado School of Law M.A., Management and Supervision, Central Michigan University B.S., International Affairs, United States Air Force Academy Michael Pittaro Ph.D. (candidate), Criminal Justice School of Public Safety Leadership, Capella University M.P.A., Public Administration, School of Political Science, Kutztown University M.S., Criminal Justice, School of Criminal Justice, Rutgers University B.S., Criminal Justice, School of Criminal Justice, Kutztown University Laura Pogue Ph.D., Management, University of Phoenix M.B.A., University of Michigan B.A., Business Administration, University of Michigan Dezzie Prewitt M.S., Economics, California State Polytechnic University B.A., Economics, University of Southern California, Los Angeles Shelley Pumphrey M.S., Johns Hopkins University B.A., University of Maryland Sandra Putnam M.P.A., Criminal Justice, Columbus State University B.A., Business, Georgia College and State University John Race M.S., Criminal Justice, Ashworth University, Norcross B.S., Political Science, University of the State of New York Stephen Raptis M.C.J., Boston University B.A., Law & Society, Skidmore College Loretta Reid Ph.D., E-Learning Leadership, TUI University M.A., Ethnomusicology, Hunter College B.A., Music, Hunter College Amy Reidenbach M.S., Human Nutrition, Eastern Michigan University B.S., Dietetics, University of Wisconsin-Stout 29 2012 University Catalog Donna Riccobono M.B.A., Accounting/Taxation, University of Phoenix B.A., Mathematics/Accounting, California State University, Long Beach Sheila Rojas M.B.A., Marketing, University of Phoenix B.S., Business and Marketing, University of Phoenix Sandra Samarron, Ph.D. (candidate), Nutritional Biology/Immunology, University of California, Davis M.S., Nutritional Biology, University of California, Davis B.S. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of California, Davis Stephanie Sandifer M.Ed., Educational Leadership, University of Houston M.A., Studio Art, Purdue University B.A., Studio Art, McNeese State University Omar Sattari M.S., Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of California, Davis B.S., Computer Engineering, University of California, Davis Ryan Schwoebel M.S., Criminal Justice/Criminology, University of Alabama, Birmingham B.S., Psychology, University of Montevallo Kendall Shearman M.A., English, National University B.A., English, University of Texas, Austin Kevin Shek J.D., Southwestern University School of Law, Los Angeles B.A., Psychology, Simon Fraser University Tracy Sipma M.B.A., Quality Management Emphasis, University of Upper Iowa B.S., Healthcare Services, University of Phoenix Lisa Smart Ph.D., Organization and Management, Capella University M.B.A., Troy State University B.S., Business Administration Management, Valdosta State University 30 2012 University Catalog Emilio Soltero Ph.D., Education, Language, and Literacy, University of California, Davis M.A., Education, University of California, Davis M.A., Art, California State University, Sacramento B.A., Art Studio, University of California, Davis Brian Steinberg Ed.D. (candidate), Leadership in Education, Capella University Graduate Certificate, Diversity Studies, Capella University M.A., Education, University of Northern Iowa B.S., Earth Science, Central Michigan University Diane Sykes M.B.A., Marketing, Capella University B.S., Organizational Management, Covenant College Ashley Taylor M.B.A., University of Phoenix B.S., Business Management, University of Phoenix Marc Thomson, M.F.A., Playwriting, University of Utah B.A., English/German, Bradley University Teaching Certification, Bradley University Barbara-Leigh Tonelli Ph.D., Business Organization and Management, Capella University M.B.A., University of Phoenix B.A., Sociology, University of California, Irvine Benjamin Tran M.S., Neuroscience, University of Southern California, Los Angeles M.S., Biomedical Science, University of Hawaii B.S., Biological Science, University of California, Irvine Shannon Unger M.S., Ecology/Biology, Missouri State University M.S., Science Education, Southern Oregon University Lisa Walker M.B.A., Organization & Management, Western Governors University B.S., Business Management, Western Governors University 31 2012 University Catalog Carolyn Ward M.S., Educational Psychology, Capella University M.S., Counseling Psychology, California Baptist University B.S., Counseling Psychology, California Baptist University Dianne Williams Ph.D., Human Services/Criminal Justice, Capella University M.B.A., High Point University B.S., Accounting, York College (CUNY) Debbie Wilson M.S., (in progress) Accounting, Liberty University M.Ed., Reading, Dominican University M.S., Business Administration/Management, Regis University B.S., Accounting, Christian Brothers University Walter Witham M.S., Criminal Justice, University of Cincinnati B.B.A., Financial Management, Northcentral University Robert Wolf Post Doctorate, Behavioral Medicine, University of Utah School of Medicine Ph.D., Philosophy, CGI, Division of Chicago School of Professional Psychology M.A., Clinical Psychology, CGI, Division of Chicago School of Professional Psychology B.S., Education, University of Texas Robert Zimmerman Ph.D. (candidate), Business Administration, TUI University M.B.A., Nova Southeastern University B.S., Human Resource Management, Metropolitan State College Travis Zimmerman M.S., Administration of Justice, Shippensburg University B.S., Criminal Justice, Shippensburg University Paula Zobish Ph.D., Adult Education, Capella University M.B.A., Marketing, University of Central Oklahoma B.S., Marketing, University of Central Oklahoma Raymond Zucco Ph.D., Sociology, University of Massachusetts, Amherst M.A., Sociology, University of Massachusetts, Amherst B.A., Sociology, North Adams State College 32 2012 University Catalog Jennifer Zuercher Ph.D., Nutrition, Purdue University M.A., Nutrition, Syracuse University B.A., Nutrition, State University of New York, Geneseo 33 2012 University Catalog TUITION, FEES AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Tuition & Fee Schedule Note: Tuition and fees are subject to change at the discretion of AAU. Tuition Tuition for Military Students Tuition Increase for Non Military Students (Effective as of July 2nd, 2012) Fees $280 per credit hour $250 per credit hour $295 per credit hour Application Transfer Credit Evaluation Fee (If applicable) Graduation Fee Official Transcript Fee Late Registration Fee Replacement Diploma $35.00 $25.00 $50.00 $10.00 $50.00 $25.00 Change of program (Starting with 2nd request) Course Repeat Fee *Fees waived for Military, Military Dependents, and Veterans $25.00 $75.00 Tuition is the total student cost for all course instruction and student support. The tuition for AAU courses and degree programs is computed based on semester credit. A standard course consists of three semester credits. Students typically enroll in two courses at a time and start the courses on the same date. A second option allows the student to choose a start date for the second course eight weeks from the start date for the first course. The total tuition cost of each certificate program (for a minimum 15 semester credits) is estimated to be $4,200. The total tuition cost of each associate degree program (for 60 semester credits) is estimated to be $16,800. The total tuition cost of each Bachelor Degree program (for 120 semester credits) is estimated to be $33,600. Total cost may vary based on accepted transfer credit and tuition discounts available at time of enrollment. Tuition is scheduled to increase to $295 per credit hour effective July 2nd, 2012, the estimated tuition cost per program will change accordingly. Textbooks and other study materials that are required for course completion are not provided within the tuition, and students are required to purchase them from the textbook vendor of their choice. For active duty military and veteran students, textbooks and course materials are provided by the AAU textbook grant program. 34 2012 University Catalog **Please see the Cancellation, Withdrawal, and Refund Policy for information on the non-refundable portion of total tuition for students who withdraw from the University. Other charges, including non-sufficient funds on returned payment, may be assessed based on student activity. Financial Assistance Qualified AAU students may be eligible for institutional loans, military tuition assistance, military veteran education benefits tuition discounts, and employee reimbursement plans to finance their education. Tuition Assistance for Military Students Most active-duty military personnel, along with Army Reservists and Army National Guard members, qualify for their branchвЂ™s Tuition Assistance program. In most cases, eligible personnel who enroll have no out-of-pocket expenses due to AAUвЂ™s affordable tuition, no additional cost for textbooks, and zero fees policy. F or questions about eligibility, please contact the base education office for details. Veterans Education Benefits Certain VA Education Benefit programs will pay the school directly up to a maximum of 100% for tuition and fees. For more information on which VA Education Benefit program may pay your tuition and fees directly to the school, please visit www.gibill.va.gov. If a student is using VA education benefit funding to pay for any or all of his or her course tuition and fees, the student will be held financially responsible for any debt accumulated as a result of VA benefit application denial or failure on the part of the student not properly notifying the School Certifying Official of his or her VA education benefit status. Employer Tuition Reimbursement Distance education is a convenient and affordable corporate training resource for employers. Your company human resources department will have information about their tuition reimbursement benefits and how to apply. Approved Payment Programs There are several types of payment plans available for any private pay or VA enrollments. Requirements for No Interest Payment Plans There are two accepted methods of payments for the payment plans: в€ј Credit Card в€ј ACH (All ACH payments must be held for three days until payment clears.) AAU Payment Programs: в€ј Students will only be able to enroll in one semester's worth of courses at a time. в€ј All student balances will be divided by 4 months to determine their monthly payment в€ј Application fee and Transcript Evaluation Fee must be paid up front at time of service. в€ј Application fee and Transcript Evaluation Fee cannot be added to student balance or monthly payments в€ј Down payment is due prior to orientation. 35 2012 University Catalog в€ј в€ј All monthly payments are due on the 15th day of each month. First monthly payment will be due the 15th day of the month in which they start the semester Standard Payment Plans Number of Courses Total Tuition Total Fees 1 $840.00 $325.00 2 $1,680.00 $325.00 3 $2,520.00 $325.00 4 $3,360.00 $325.00 Minimum Down Payment Upon Enrollment Student Balance Monthly Payment Total Number of Monthly Payments $420.00 $745.00 $186.25 4 $840.00 $1,165.00 $291.25 4 $840.00 $2,005.00 $501.25 4 $840.00 $2,845.00 $711.25 4 Please note: as of July 2, 2012, there will be a $15 increase per semester credit for our standard tuition rate. This change will not affect Military tuition rates. Payment Plans for Military, Military Dependents and Veterans Number of Courses Total Tuition Fees 1 $750.00 $0.00 2 $1,500.00 $0.00 3 $2,250.00 $0.00 4 $3,000.00 $0.00 Minimum Down Payment Upon Enrollment Student Balance Monthly Payment Total Number of Monthly Payments $375.00 $375.00 $93.75 4 $750.00 $750.00 $187.50 4 $750.00 $1,500.00 $375.00 4 $750.00 $2,250.00 $562.50 4 Payment Plans for VA/Chapter 33 1. Students will only be able to enroll in one semester's worth of courses at a time. 2. This payment plan is only for students without a valid VA COE on file. 3. This payment plan is only for Military VA Students. 4. Tuition fees will be the only item financed through this payment plan. 5. Initial down payment of $150 is due upon enrollment. 6. All subsequent monthly payments are due on the 15th of each month. 7. The payment plan includes 6 payment installments 8. There will be 4 monthly installments of $150.00 regardless of the amount financed. 9. The 6th installment will be for the balance remaining after the 5 payments 10. Upon receipt of an approved COE, a refund, if due, will be issued to the student. 11. Refunds will be issued within 15 business days of approved voucher receipt. 36 2012 University Catalog Payment Plans for Students Using VA Chapter 33 benefits # Courses Total Tuition Fees 1st Payment Due upon Enrollment 4 Monthly Payments Due on the 15th 6th Payment for Balance Due on the 15th 1 $750.00 $0.00 2 $1,500.00 $0.00 3 $2,250.00 $0.00 4 $3,000.00 $0.00 $150.00 $150.00 $150.00 $150.00 $150.00 $150.00 $150.00 $150.00 $0.00 5 $750.00 6 $1,500.00 6 $2,250.00 6 Payment Plans for Students with Account Balances Utilizing Title IV в€ј All account balances for any student utilizing Title IV will be divided by 4 months (for 1 semester) to determine the monthly payment. в€ј The minimum account balance students must have to go on a monthly payment plan is $201.00. All other amounts must be paid in full by the second Monday of the start of the semester. Example Full Time with Pell Tuition $3,360.00 Fees * $325.00 Total due $3,685.00 Pell $800.00 Loan $2,250.00 Account balance $635.00 Monthly Payments $158.75 Students wishing to utilize payment plans must provide drivers license number, state of issue, and driverвЂ™s license expiration date at time of enrollment. Students must provide social security number at time of enrollment. Course certificates of completion will be provided to the student once the payment plan has been paid in full. Please note: If a student obtains a loan to pay for an educational program, the student will have the responsibility to repay the full amount of the loan plus interest, less the amount of any refund. If the student has received federal student financial aid funds, the student is entitled to a refund of the money not paid from federal student financial aid program funds. 37 2012 University Catalog Federal Student Loan Deferment A deferment is a period of time during which your loan holder suspends your regular loan payments. Students who are enrolled at least half-time at AAU and whose student loans have gone into repayment may wish to seek an In School Deferment. Borrowers should contact the servicer for the appropriate Deferment form and submit the form to the Registrar for certification. It is the studentвЂ™s responsibility to ensure that the deferment request is processed by their loan servicer. Scholarship Opportunities The following are Allied American University approved scholarship opportunities. Students are encouraged to apply to as many of these programs they qualify for. Please note: it is the studentвЂ™s responsibility to provide any and all information required by the organizations offering the scholarships. GPA IsnвЂ™t Everything Scholarship - $1,000 http://www.cappex.com/page/account/quickApply.jsp?scholarshipID=gp&code=CD25-281-32-2659 Education Exchange College Grant Program http://www.cappex.com/page/account/quickApply.jsp?scholarshipID=gp&code=CD25-281-32-2659 CKSF Scholarships http://www.cksf.org Discus Awards College Scholarships http://www.discusawards.com American Fire Sprinkler Association Scholarship Program http://www.afsascholarship.org CollegeWeekLive.com http://www.collegeweeklive.com/en_CA/br/VOHRegistration Project Working Moms and Dads, Too! Scholarship http://www.elearners.com/projectworkingmom/scholarships/entryformw2.aspx?tsource=shrs2&key=shrsel_p wm_tl&c=CA390104143836&key=shrsel17890_TextLink&tptag=17890&crtag=14853&tid=17890&aid=14853 Discover Scholarship Program http://www.discoverfinancial.com/community/scholarship.shtml Barbara Weidner and Dorothy Vandercook Memorial Peace Scholarship http://www.grandmothersforpeace.org/scholarships/program Sam Walton Community Scholarship http://www.act.org/walmart/community Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund administrator@davisputter.org Executive Women International Scholarship Program http://www.ewiconnect.com/ScriptContent/community/comm_ewisp.cfmhttp://www.ewiconnect.com/Scri ptContent/community/comm_scholarship.cfm Best Buy @ 15 Scholarship https://www.at15.com/contests_scholarships/at15_scholarship Association on American Indian Affairs (AIIA) Displaced Homemaker Scholarship http://www.indian-affairs.org/scholarships/displaced_homemakers.htm 38 2012 University Catalog Adult Students in Scholastic Transition (ASIST) http://www.ewiconnect.com/ScriptContent/community/comm_asist.cfm http://www.ewiconnect.com/ScriptContent/community/comm_scholarship.cfm GEICO Life Scholarship http://www.goldenkey.org/GKIHS/MemberBenefits/ScholarshipsandAwards/ScholarshipandAwardListing/ GEICOLifeScholarship.htm AARP Foundation WomenвЂ™s Scholarship Program http://www.aarpfoundationwlc.org FiSCA National Scholarship Program http://www.fisca.org/Content/NavigationMenu/CommunityOutreach/FiSCANationalScholarshipProgram/ $20,000 Sweet-Diggity-Dawg Scholarship http://www.zinch.com/scholarship/Scholarshipapply.aspx?ScholarID=6738&sourVHM2 Coca-Cola Scholarship Program https://www.coca-colascholars.org/cokeWeb/page.jsp?navigation=15 RMHCВ® U.S. Scholarship http://rmhc.org/assets/FINALRMHCScholarsApplication20092010.pdf RMHCВ® / HACER Scholarship http://rmhc.org/assets/FINALRMHCHACERAPPLICATION20092010.pdf RMHCВ® / African American Future Achievers Scholarship Program http://rmhc.org/assets/FINALRMHCHACERAPPLICATION20092010.pdf RMHCВ® / Asia Scholarship Program http://rmhc.org/assets/FINALRMHCHACERAPPLICATION20092010.pdf CoffeeForLess.com Hit the Books Scholarship http://www.coffeeforless.com/scholarship.asp DennyвЂ™s Scholarship Program http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org/applications/subsectionID.1,pageID.118/default.asp Scholarships4Mom $10,000 Scholarship www.scholarships4moms.net Nordstrom Scholarship 2010 http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=211996&p=respscholarship Shout It Out Scholarship http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx Education Matters 5K Scholarship http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx $1,000 Superpower Scholarship http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx 39 2012 University Catalog вЂњAll About EducationвЂќ Scholarship http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx The Big Dig Scholarship http://www.antiquetrader.tv/studentscholarship.php Ron Brown Scholarship Program www.ronbrown.org MasterCard Scholarship Program hcf-info@hispanicfund.org Top Ten List Scholarship http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx#topten 1,000 вЂ�Do-OverвЂ™ Scholarship 2010 http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx Superpower Scholarship 2010 http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx#topten National Pathfinder Scholarship http://www.nfrw.org/documents/forms/pathfinder_scholarship.pdf http://www.nfrw.org/programs/scholarships.htm The Anne Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship http://www.ncld.org/about-us/scholarships-aamp-awards/the-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarshipaward http://www.ncld.org/images/stories/AboutUs/ScholarshipsAwards/AnneFord/afapplication09-10.pdf Linda Lael Miller Scholarship http://www.lindalaelmiller.com/scholarships/apply.asp Soroptimist WomenвЂ™s Opportunity Awards http://www.soroptimist.org/pdf/woaonlineapp.pdf Ronald Reagan College Leaders Scholarship Program http://www.thephillipsfoundation.org/index.php?q=node/3 Cutting Edge Careers Scholarship http://www.cappex.com/scholarships/cuttingEdgeCareersScholarship.jsp?code=FW888 USA Funds Access to Education Scholarship https://www.usafunds.org/planning/access_to_education_scholarship/index.htm American Indian College Fund (Special Scholarship Program) http://www.collegefund.org/scholarships/main.html LULAC (League of United Latin American Citizens) National Scholarship Fund http://www.lnesc.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={A9E53D4E-6ADF-431B-A59A-E92DEDD44793} LULAC вЂ“ GE Scholarship http://www.lnesc.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={3AEDB506-F425-4E58-B9F6-44867E2FD943} Tzu Chi Scholarship http://www.us.tzuchi.org/usa/files/other/Scholars_2010_ApplicationForm.pdf. http://www.tzuchi.org 40 2012 University Catalog Korean American Scholarship Foundation Scholarship http://www.kasf.org Fulfilling our Dream Scholarship http://www.salef.org/salef/index.html Burger King Scholarship Program http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_faq.html Gloria and Joseph Mattera National Scholarship Fund for Migrant Children http://www.migrant.net/migrant/scholarships.htm Migrant Farmworker Baccalaureate Scholarship http://www.migrant.net/migrant/scholarsp.htm http://www.migrant.net/migrant/pdf/sch-mfb.pdf Second Chance Scholarship Contest http://www.afsascholarship.org/secondchanceinformation.html Possible Women Foundation International Scholarship Program http://www.possiblewomanfoundation.org/scholarships.html 41 2012 University Catalog ACADEMIC CALENDAR AND SCHEDULE OF UNIVERSITY HOLIDAYS Allied American University has monthly semester start dates. Each semester is comprised of two consecutive eight-week sessions. Students may enroll in courses within a semester based on the start dates identified below as well as associated session start dates. A student may not be registered in overlapping semesters. 2012 Academic Calendar Semester Start Date Session Start Date April 29, 2012 January 2, 2012 April 30, 2012 June 24, 2012April 2, 20l 2, 2012 May 27, 2012 MayJanuary 28, 2012 July 22, 2012 2, 2012 May 7, 012 May 7, 2012 July 1, 2012 July 2, 2012 August 26, 2012 June 4, 2012 June 4, 2012 July 29, 2012 2012 JulyFebruary 30, 20126, September 23, 2012 July 2, 2012 July 2, 2012 August 26, 2012 August 27, Session End Date February 26, 2012 February 27, 2012 April 22, 2012 February 6, 2012 April 1, 2012 April 2, 2012 May 27, 2012 March 5, 2012 April 29, 2012 April 30, 2012 June 24, 2012 April 2, 2012 May 27, 2012 May 28, 2012 July 22, 2012 May 7, 2012 July 1, 2012 July 2, 2012 August 26, 2012 March 5, 2012 April 2, 2012 May 7, 2012 42 2012 University Catalog Semester Start Date Session Start Date Session End Date June 4, 2012 July 29, 2012 July 30, 2012 September 23, 2012 July 2, 2012 August 26, 2012 August 27, 2012 October 21, 2012 August 6, 2012 September 30, 2012 October 1, 2012 November 25, 2012 September 3, 2012 October 28, 2012 October 29, 2012 December 23, 2012 October 1, 2012 November 25, 2012 November 26, 2012 January 20, 2013 November 5, 2012 December 30, 2012 December 31, 2012 February 24, 2013 December 3, 2012 January 27, 2013 January 28, 2013 March 24, 2013 June 4, 2012 July 2, 2012 August 6, 2012 September 3, 2012 October 1, 2012 November 5, 2012 December 3, 2012 43 2012 University Catalog University Holidays The AAU campus is closed on the holidays listed below. Students have access to their online courses seven days a week, including holidays. в€ј Labor Day в€ј New YearвЂ™s Day в€ј Thanksgiving Day в€ј Memorial Day в€ј Christmas Day в€ј Independence Day STUDENT AFFAIRS The Student Affairs department is responsible for providing personalized, proactive, and responsive service to enhance student engagement within the AAU distance learning environment. The various sections of the department, including the Registrar, credit evaluation, Program Success Advocates, and student service representatives, form the nucleus of the student support teams. Registrar The Office of the Registrar serves as the institutional administrator for academic information and records that support faculty, staff, and students. Services provided by the Registrar include: в€ј Management of student academic records в€ј Determination of transferability of courses в€ј Degree plan services в€ј Course registration and enrollment verification в€ј Providing official and unofficial transcripts в€ј Assessment and conferral of degrees в€ј Consulting on academic policies and procedures в€ј Informing students, faculty members, and staff of their rights and responsibilities for their educational records, access, and privacy Program Success Advocates (PSA) Each student is assigned to one program success advocate (PSA) who is the personal point of contact for support and service issues. The PSA stays in touch with the student from the date of enrollment through graduation. The importance of the PSAвЂ™s efforts toward student retention is second only to the influence of the course instructor and the quality of the course materials. Through email and phone calls, the program success advocate is always there to provide support in areas that include: в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј Monitoring attendance and motivating the student to stay on track to complete on time Answering procedural questions such as grading and scheduling Coordinating proctored exams Assisting students in selecting their next courses and the processing of enrollment for the next term Processing graduation requirements and introduce students to alumni services 44 2012 University Catalog VA Notification For Veteran students, the VA Regional Processing Office will be notified under certain circumstances, which include any of the instances listed below. Veteran students are advised to contact the Muskogee, OK Regional Processing Office to determine if any Veteran Benefits are affected. в€ј Initial enrollment в€ј Additional enrollment в€ј Dropped course в€ј Course or program withdrawal (including course grade of вЂњFWвЂќ вЂ“ Failure to Withdrawal) в€ј Unsatisfactory Academic Progress в€ј Failure to meet VA standards that exceed the UniversityвЂ™s Unsatisfactory Academic Progress policy в€ј Starting courses late and ending courses early It is the veteranвЂ™s responsibility to notify the VA when DoD Federal Tuition Assistance is being used as it is not always permitted. It is also the studentвЂ™s responsibility to notify the UniversityвЂ™s Certifying Official of any changes to his or her benefit entitlement, including remaining entitlement, percentage of entitlement, or benefit election. Failure to properly notify the University Certifying Official can result in certification discrepancies and VA overpayments. Any issues with students not receiving VA payments or discrepancy in VA payment amounts are to be resolved with the VA directly. The University does not process when payments are sent out or the amount of payment issued. AAU Career Assistance Program The Allied American University (AAU) Career Center is the gateway to studentsвЂ™ career planning process. The AAU Career CenterвЂ™s goal is to help students understand where they are in the career development process so that students can be assisted with the most beneficial services and resources. The main function of the AAU Career Center is to assist students into employment. AAU has developed a comprehensive job assistance program, which consists of rГ©sumГ© and cover letter assistance, employment resources, and advice on interviewing skills, negotiating salaries, and much more. This program is aimed at giving students all the information they need to launch a successful job search. In addition, AAUвЂ™s Career Center assists students in learning how to best market themselves and how to network. It is the primary function of this department to teach the students to be self-sufficient in finding employment; the Career Center provides the leads, while the students do the footwork. This is the best way for students to know that THEY got the job. In the support of this effort, the Career Center staff is in constant contact with employers, temp agencies, and career associations keeping AAU up-to-date with current job opportunities. The following stages represent a model of the career development process in which this department works. 45 2012 University Catalog SELF ASSESSMENT Personality and Interest Skills, Abilities, and Values Lifestyle Preferences CAREER RESEARCH AND GOAL SETTING Career Center Guidance and Real World Research SELF MARKETING/JOB SEARCH Planning a Job Search and Networking Tips Informational Interviewing RГ©sumГ© Writing, Cover Letters, Thank You Letters, and Follow-Up The studentвЂ™s success is the goal of the AAU Career Assistance Department. HONORS Graduation with Honors A student with superior academic achievement throughout their Allied American University academic career may graduate with university honors. To be eligible for honors a student must complete a minimum of 15 semester credits for an associate degree and 30 semester credits for a bachelorвЂ™s degree through AAU and have an institutional grade point average at or above the specific honors category. University honors are determined as follows: Honors Categories Summa Cum Laude Magna Cum Laude Cum Laude GPA Requirement 3.90 to 4.00 3.70 to 3.89 3.50 to 3.69 Delta Epsilon Tau Honors Society Allied American University recognizes the academic achievements of students with the establishment of the Epsilon California Chapter of the Delta Epsilon Tau (DET) International Honor Society. Students who have earned an AssociateвЂ™s or BachelorвЂ™s degree with an institutional GPA of 3.50 or higher at Allied American University are eligible for recognition. A committee comprised of AAU administration review eligible candidates. Delta Epsilon Tau Honors Society is chartered and accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Students eligible for the Delta Epsilon Tau Honors Society may contact their program success advocate for application criteria. 46 2012 University Catalog LIBRARY SERVICES AAU provides access to online library resources and services that assist students to meet the objectives of the degree program through Library and Information Resources Network (LIRN). The LIRN consortium allows access to online databases that include information related to AAUвЂ™s course offerings. Subjects include Business, Criminal Justice, Health Management, Information Technology, Arts, History, and Humanities, among others. The databases include a variety of sources including academic journals, magazines, newspapers, books, and multimedia. The LIRN search engine allows students to search all Library and Information Resources Network products. Students access these library resources through their AAU login and password. The following databases are accessible: Simultaneously search all LIRN products, or search by subject groups, or as individual databases. Business, computer science, criminal justice, general academic, health and wellness, law, literature, newsletters, newspapers, opposing viewpoints, and reference with student resource center, Gale Virtual Reference Library, and the InfoTrac OneFile. ABI/INFORM, newspapers, Psychology Journals, and Research Library modules on the arts, business, children, education, health, humanities, international and multicultural topics, law, military, psychology, science, social science, and women. Selected periodicals, reference books, maps, pictures, and newspapers from around the world, along with transcripts of news and public affairs broadcasts. Information on books and audio and video materials searchable by availability, author, title, keyword, publisher, language, awards won, series title, and sources where reviewed. This product provide an easier to use interface for non-librarians. Use this link to connect to BIP for Patrons -- the link to it on the regular BIP site will not authenticate properly. 47 2012 University Catalog Resource guide for librarians features recommended titles in 58 curriculum-specific subjects selected for academic libraries by subject specialists and bibliographers. Note: This does not include full text of listed titles. Free abstracts from Ebscohost on librarianship, classification, cataloging, bibliometrics, online information retrieval, information management, and more from mid 60s to current are available. Free database from Ebscohost on key education topics such as Assessment, Continuing Education, Current Pedagogical Research, Curriculum Development, Instructional Media, Language Arts, Literacy Standards, Science, Mathematics, and more. The faculty and administrators regularly evaluate library services to ensure that the resources are meeting the needs of users and contributing to the attainment of institutional and program objectives. UNIVERSITY POLICIES Academic Honesty Academic honesty is essential at Allied American University. Students must always submit work that represents their original words or ideas. The student must make clear the extent to which such sources were used. Words or ideas that require citation include, but are not limited to, all hard copy or electronic publications, whether copyrighted or not, and all verbal or visual communication when the content of such communication clearly originates from an identifiable source. There is a growing concern among academics about violations of academic honesty, particularly among those who facilitate distance education. It is essential that all students produce and submit work that is their own original thoughts and work when completing coursework at Allied American University. This policy on academic honesty is an attempt to discourage students from obtaining or attempting to obtain semester credit for work through the use of any dishonest, deceptive, fraudulent, or unauthorized means. Academic honesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on writing assignments and quizzes, plagiarism, and any act that gives an unfair academic advantage to a student. Plagiarism occurs when words and ideas are submitted in assignments that have already been published by others or that have been produced by someone other than the student. AAU joins other academic institutions in their concern over this common problem and has formulated a policy that reflects the high value placed on academic honesty. Academic honesty can be violated in at least the following ways: в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј Using words or ideas that do not represent the studentвЂ™s original work in assignments Failing to cite all relevant sources used as reference material Submitting another personвЂ™s entire work or work that was produced through collaboration with another student as oneвЂ™s own Submitting work done in one course to satisfy the requirements of another course unless both instructors agree beforehand to accept such work 48 2012 University Catalog в€ј Forging or altering documents. These include transcripts, drop forms, or any academic form that has been falsified or on which a professor's signature, or anyone else's signature, has been forged or altered When instances of academic dishonesty have been detected, faculty members will have a number of options for addressing the incident with the student: в€ј Resubmission of the assignment (possibly for fewer points) в€ј Failure on the assignment в€ј Additional assignment(s) в€ј Reduction of the final course grade в€ј Failing grade in the course When the faculty member has determined that academic dishonesty has occurred and that a disciplinary action is necessary, he or she should initiate the following procedure: в€ј First, work with the student to determine the circumstances and instructorвЂ™s alternatives to overcome the deficiency. в€ј If the instructor and student cannot resolve the situation satisfactorily, the instructor submits an academic dishonesty complaint form to the Dean and copies the form to the student. в€ј The Dean will alert the University President of all instances reported. в€ј The student will receive a letter that officially notifies him or her of the charge of academic dishonesty. в€ј The student may appeal the allegation. In the case of an appeal, the Dean will submit the allegation to an ethics committee which will consist of selected faculty and the Provost. The ethics committee will determine the appropriate action for the studentвЂ™s violation of the academic honesty policy. Cases submitted to the Dean will result in the initiation of a formal administrative investigation and review by an ethics committee. The result of that investigation may lead to one of the following actions: в€ј Removal from class в€ј Disciplinary action which might include, but is not be limited to, documented counseling by a University staff member, loss of semester credit, or suspension в€ј Expulsion from the University All actions will be based on the severity of the offense. Preventing Plagiarism AAU trains faculty members to take steps to prevent instances of plagiarism in their classes. Some suggested steps include the following: в€ј Set clear expectations for assignments, including format and citation requirements в€ј Design assignments to fulfill specific objectives which might include personal applications, work experiences, or specialized knowledge that only the student might possess в€ј Use a plagiarism checker в€ј Take immediate action when plagiarism is suspected 49 2012 University Catalog в€ј Use clear language in the course syllabus that might communicate the definition and consequences of plagiarism and the importance of academic honesty Copyright Infringement Policy Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under Section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code). These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without authority constitutes an infringement. Copyright Infringement Deterrent Plan Allied American University responds promptly to notices or letters of illegal copyright infringement based on the requirements of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Both our Information Technology and Compliance departments will investigate and respond to any notice. If you believe that any material on any of AAUвЂ™s websites infringes upon any copyright which you own or control, you or your designee may send a notification of such claimed infringement to our Designated Agent as set forth below: Alex Lazo, Provost 22952 Alcalde Drive, Laguna Hills CA 92653 Telephone: 888-384-0849 email: Alazo@allied.edu Upon receipt of a valid notification, the University will remove or disable access to such material and give notice of a claim of copyright infringement to the user or subscriber who authored the claimed infringing content by means of any one or more of the following methods at the University's sole option: a general notice on AAUвЂ™s website, electronic mail to the content provider's email address in our records, or by written communication sent by first-class mail to such user's postal address in our records. Summary of Penalties Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or "statutory" damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For "willful" infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorney fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505. Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense. For more information, please see the Web site of the U.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov, especially their FAQ's at www.copyright.gov/help/faq. 50 2012 University Catalog The University may terminate or limit access to users who are deemed to be in violation of copyright laws. In addition, students who are found to have participated in the unauthorized distribution of copyrighted material or other forms of copyright infringement will be subject to the consequences in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct found in the University Catalog. Annual Disclosure and Education Consistent with our mission statement, combating illegal sharing of copyrighted material is an integral part of creating a true academic culture. We strive to empower students by informing them and our community about the law and our internal response to copyright infringement claims: в€ј All students are notified annually and have access to the catalog which contains our Copyright Infringement Policy. в€ј Students are encouraged to submit DMCA notices to our Designated Agent specified herein. Alternatives to Illegal File Sharing The Higher Education Opportunity Act requires all colleges and universities to offer legal alternatives to unauthorized downloading. Although we cannot maintain an up-to-date list of alternatives we direct students to the Educause list which offers legal sources of online content. Students will find a list that includes legitimate online services; however, AAU does not endorse or evaluate these external sites. To access legal sources of online content visit: http://www.educause.edu/Resources/Browse/LegalDownloading/33381. Periodic Effectiveness Assessment Allied American University will review this plan each year to insure it is current and maintains the appropriate and necessary information to effectively combat illegal file sharing, in addition to updating the methods employed as new technological deterrents become available. Part of the review will include the assessment of the number of legitimate infringement notices received. Course Census Course Census is the official count of students who participated in their course(s) by satisfying an Academic Event within 7 days of the course start date. New students who fail to meet courses census with all courses within the first session of their first semester will be cancelled from all future courses and will be required to sign a new enrollment agreement and register for a future semester start. Continuing students who fail to meet course census in all courses within the first session of a semester and who have future registered courses must complete an Intent to Return form to remain in future registered courses. The Intent to Return form must be completed and submitted no later than three weeks from the start of the semester in which course census was not met. 51 2012 University Catalog Administrative Withdrawal Administrative withdrawal refers to a student withdrawal which is initiated by the institution. AAU may deem that a student be withdrawn from the institution for reasons which include, but are not limited to: в€ј Failing to complete the registration process в€ј Failing to participate in classes в€ј вЂњDropping outвЂќ in the middle of a term в€ј Plagiarism в€ј Computer tampering If the student faces Administrative Withdrawal, then notification will be made by mail or email through Academic Affairs. A student who disputes this action should contact the Dean and prepare a written response to the notification. Official Course Withdrawal The Course Withdrawal Date is the date the student provides official notification to the University of the intent to withdraw. The student must submit the necessary Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal form to officially withdraw. Once a student has submitted the completed necessary paperwork the RegistrarвЂ™s office will process the studentвЂ™s request to withdraw, they should meet with representatives of the Financial Aid Office and Business Office, if applicable. The Financial Aid Office can answer any questions regarding student loan repayment responsibilities, and the Business Office can answer any questions regarding financial obligations to the University. Official Institutional Withdrawal The Institutional Withdrawal Date is the date the student provides official notification to the University of the intent to withdraw. The student must submit the necessary Institutional Withdrawal form to officially withdraw. A studentвЂ™s institutional withdrawal date must align with the end date of their final semester. Once a student has submitted the completed necessary paperwork the RegistrarвЂ™s office will process the studentвЂ™s request to withdraw, they should meet with representatives of the Financial Aid Office and Business Office, if applicable. The Financial Aid Office can answer any questions regarding student loan repayment responsibilities, and the Business Office can answer any questions regarding financial obligations to the University. Unofficial Withdrawal Policy Students who stop attending all in-progress courses for 14 consecutive days will be withdrawn from the institution. Please refer to our attendance policy for details. The date of withdrawal will be the last date of attendance. If mitigating circumstances exist that would prevent a student from attending for up to 21 days, the student will need to make arrangements, prior to being withdrawn, with his/her Program Success Advocate in order to avoid being withdrawn. A student who does not meet the attendance requirements and is withdrawn will receive a grade of WF. A WF is counted as credits attempted but not completed. Students withdrawn for non-attendance during the first half of the semester will be withdrawn from all future courses unless the student submits an Intent to Return form. The form must be 52 2012 University Catalog submitted to the Registrar prior to the student being withdrawn. A student that submits an Intent to Return form and who fails to return will be withdrawn from the institution and the withdrawal date will be the last date of attendance. Students may only use the Intent to Return Form during the first session of the semester. Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal Policy Students may add or drop courses during the Add/Drop period, which takes place during the first week of each semester for courses associated with that semester. Courses dropped during the add/drop period will not appear on the studentвЂ™s academic transcript. To add or drop a course(s), students must submit a Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal form to their Program Success Advocate for processing. A Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal form must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time on Thursday of the Add/Drop period for the add or drop request to be considered. To be eligible, all required documentation for an Add/Drop must accompany the Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal form to be considered. To officially withdraw from a course(s) without withdrawing from the program a student must formally submit a completed Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal form to their Program Success Advocate. Students are eligible for a course withdrawal between the second and sixth week of session one of a semester and the first and sixth week of session two of a semester. A student is eligible to drop a course(s) only during the first week of the semester. If the Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal form is utilized, the date the form is received by the RegistrarвЂ™s Office will determine if the request is processed as an add, drop, or withdrawal. Please see the Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal form for further details. Military Deployment Provisions Students and spouses of students who serve within the United States armed forces or are enlisted as Active Duty, National Guard, or Reservist, who are ordered to state or federal service or duty, are entitled to the following provisions for each course the student is attending: в€ј Student may withdraw from any current course(s) and receive a tuition credit to be applied in the amount of tuition accrued in the current course(s). Students will be assigned a withdrawal grade of вЂњMilitary WithdrawalвЂќ (WM) that does not count negatively against satisfactory academic progress. в€ј Students may make arrangements with instructors for course grades to request a grade of incomplete by submitting any of the subsequent request forms. If such arrangements are made, tuition shall be assessed for the course(s) in full. Students who withdraw from the institution due to military service are allotted a one-year grace period for collection of any institutional balances owed. This grace period does not apply to repayment of federal student loans which are subject to Title IV repayment regulations Students who request a break in attendance may do so by submitting an Administrative Leave Request. This request form also facilitates withdrawal from any current course(s), if necessary. 53 2012 University Catalog Exit Survey AAU graduates and students who have withdrawn from the University for any reason are required to complete the AAU Exit Survey, which will be provided to them. The purpose of this document is to update student information and provide students with the ability to share their experiences at AAU with the University Administration. This document must be completed and submitted to AAU prior to the release of any student records (e.g., transcript, diploma). Attendance Policy AAU requires that students communicate with their instructors through iBoardвЂ™s Message Center, the AAU faculty email system, or by telephone should there be any impact on module or course completion. A student is expected to be in attendance each week throughout the duration of his or her course. Attendance is defined as the submission of at least one academic event per module. An вЂњacademic eventвЂќ is defined as a graded item with an associated score that is a component of the overall course grade. Examples include a written assignment, discussion board, and quiz. If a student does not complete an academic event during the first week of a course, he or she will be automatically disenrolled from that course. Please note that attendance is an administrative function and, thus, not at the discretion of the instructor. Assignment Submission Unless otherwise specified, all graded items should be posted or uploaded to iBoard by 11:59 PM Pacific Time on Sunday of the week in which they were assigned. The module schedule is based on a week that runs from Monday through Sunday. Instructors will submit scores within three business days after a student posts an assignment. A student is expected to complete his or her course, including the final exam, within its eight week time frame. Should extenuating circumstances impact module or course completion, a student must communicate with his or her instructor through iBoardвЂ™s Message Center, email, or telephone, in order to make alternate arrangements for assignment submission. Late Assignment Policy Courses are eight weeks in length, with each week containing one module. The learning week starts on Monday and ends on the following Sunday. During each module, students will be assigned various graded activities to assess their learning during that week. All graded activities (homework assignments, discussion boards, quizzes, etc.) are due by the end of the learning week (Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific Time). Any graded activity submitted beyond the end of a learning week, yet still within the eightweek duration of the course, will be subject to a late penalty of 5% per day that will be deducted from the total earned points for a given assignment. Assignments submitted over 54 2012 University Catalog seven (7) days late will not be accepted for credit. Any assignment submitted after the end of a course will not be accepted for credit unless the student has been approved for an Incomplete. See Incomplete Policy. Cancellation, Withdrawal and Refund Policy A student may cancel their course(s) by following the procedures outlined below. Any money due to the student will be refunded within 30 days. Notices of cancellation will be accepted in any manner; however, it is more efficient to submit all notices of cancellation through e-mail to your Program Success Advocate (PSA). The cancellation date is the date that the request is received by the University. The student has the right to cancel their courses and receive a full refund, less any nonrefundable fees as listed on this Enrollment Agreement, credit evaluation fees, and/or application fees, prior to the scheduled session start date as well as within the first seven days of the session. Any course that has not reached the start of the second week of the session can be cancelled. If the course duration has already reached the second week of the session, a withdrawal must occur. Refunds for withdrawals are discussed under вЂњWithdrawal and RefundвЂќ below. If the course(s) is (are) cancelled, AAU requests that any and all course materials be refused and/or returned to: Allied American University Attn: Returns Department 22952 Alcalde Drive, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 All time references refer to Pacific Time. The request to cancel can be made in any manner; however, in order to ensure the most prompt processing, we ask that cancellation requests be made via email to the following address: registrar@allied.edu. WITHDRAWAL AND REFUND To offset AAUвЂ™s administrative costs, in addition to any non-refundable fees, any student who withdraws from their course(s) after the first seven days of a session (Week 1) will be subject to a one-time non-refundable 20% portion of tuition related to those courses, up to a maximum of $200. Notwithstanding this 20%/$200 non-refundable portion of tuition, a refund of the remaining tuition will be calculated as follows: During Week 2 80% of the remaining tuition will be refunded. During Week 3 65% of the remaining tuition will be refunded. During Week 4 50% of the remaining tuition will be refunded. During Week 5 40% of the remaining tuition will be refunded. After Week 5 0% of the remaining tuition will be refunded. 55 2012 University Catalog It is your responsibility to contact Student Affairs to determine what effect that any change in course load will have on your financial assistance obligations. For Veteran students the VA Office will be notified. Veteran students should contact their VA Office in the event VA Benefits may be affected. AAUвЂ™s Financial Aid Office is notified by the Office of the Registrar of the studentвЂ™s withdrawal. Based on this notification, the student file is pulled, the withdrawal information is reviewed, and a return of Title IV funds (R2T4) calculation is performed if appropriate. Upon the Financial Aid Office initiating any return or refunds, the borrower will be notified in writing. If a student owes any money to AAU resulting from the return of federal funds, the student will receive a bill from the Business Office. For further details, please refer to your Financial Aid Handbook. Return to Title IV Funds (R2T4) If a student has received Federal Direct Loans or Federal Pell Grant funds during their period of enrollment and is withdrawn or withdraws from the institution an R2T4 calculation will be performed. If a student has not yet been awarded but has a valid ISIR for the current award year an R2T4 calculation is performed to determine a potential PostWithdrawal Disbursement. The date of withdrawal is always the last date of attendance. Attendance at AAU includes: 1. submitting an academic assignment, 2. taking an exam, or 3. participating in an online discussion about academic matters. Attendance is not: 1. logging into your course without active participation or 2. participating in academic counseling or advisement. Returning Unearned Funds Institutions are required to determine the percentage of Title IV aid earned by the student and to return the unearned portion to the appropriate aid program. This percentage is determined by the percentage of the enrollment period completed by the student. The return of funds policy consists of the following steps: в€ј Determine the percentage of the enrollment period completed by the student. Days Attended Г· Days in Enrollment Period = Percentage Completed If the calculated percentage exceeds 60 percent, then the student has earned all Title IV aid for the enrollment period. в€ј Apply the percentage completed to the Title IV aid awarded to determine the student's eligibility for aid prior to the withdrawal. Total Aid Disbursed x Percentage Completed = Earned Aid 56 2012 University Catalog в€ј Determine the amount of unearned aid to be returned to the appropriate Title IV aid program. в€ј Total Disbursed Aid - Earned Aid = Unearned Aid to be Returned If the aid already disbursed equals the earned aid, no further action is required. If the aid already disbursed is less than the earned aid, a late disbursement will be made to the student. If the aid already disbursed is greater than the earned aid, the difference must be returned to the appropriate Title IV aid program. в€ј Distribute the responsibility to return funds between the institution and the student. AAU and the student are both responsible for returning unearned funds to the appropriate programs in specific loan/grant order. The institution must return the lesser of: 1. the total amount of unearned aid, or 2. institutional charges multiplied by the unearned percentage. Amounts that must be returned will first be applied to federal loans and then to grants. Loan borrowers will be permitted to repay loans based on the terms of the promissory note. The student will also be billed for any amount due to AAU resulting from the studentвЂ™s withdrawal. If a student owes any money to the school resulting from the return of federal aid funds, the student will receive a bill from the Business Office. Title IV aid is returned in the following order: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loans Subsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loans Federal Direct PLUS Loans Federal Pell Grants Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant Any student with an account credit balance will be refunded to the funding source in the order outlined above. The student's grace period (if applicable) for loan repayments for Federal Unsubsidized and Subsidized Direct Stafford Loans will begin on the day of the withdrawal from AAU. The student should contact the servicer if they have questions regarding their grace period or repayment status. The student's eligibility for future financial aid may change based on their withdrawal from AAU. 57 2012 University Catalog Post-Withdrawal Disbursements Any post-withdrawal disbursement due must meet the current required conditions for late disbursements. A school is required to make (or offer as appropriate) post-withdrawal disbursements to eligible students. A post-withdrawal disbursement must be made within 180 days of the date the institution determines that the student withdrew. The amount of a post-withdrawal disbursement is determined by following the requirements for calculating earned FSA, and has no relationship to incurred educational costs. Procedures: в€ј If a student is eligible for a post-withdrawal of a federal grant, it will be disbursed within 45 days of the date of determination of withdrawal. в€ј A student (or parent, in the case of a Direct PLUS loan) is notified of eligibility for a post-withdrawal disbursement of a Federal loan within 30 days of the withdrawal date by email and must respond within fourteen days. в€ј If the student (or parent) accepts the post-withdrawal disbursement of a federal loan, it must be made as soon as possible but no later than 180 days of the withdrawal date. в€ј The Financial Aid Office will track this notification and make appropriate updates in the system as necessary. в€ј When the studentвЂ™s (or parentвЂ™s) response is received it will be updated in the system. в€ј The priorities for disbursement are grants first; paid to outstanding institutional charges before being paid directly to the student (or parent). Examples: 1. It is MarieвЂ™s first semester and she is enrolled in the B.S Degree of Business Administration program. She is a full time student enrolled in 12 credits in the semester (16 weeks / 112 days). On the 2nd day of week 10, Marie withdrew from her courses to pursue an acting career. Marie attended AAU for 65 days ((7 x 9) + 2 = 65) in an enrollment period of 112 days therefore she completed 58.04% (65/112) of her enrollment period. During the current payment period, Marie was disbursed a Pell grant for $1,500 and a subsidized loan for $1,500, a total of $3,000. Her earned aid is $1,740 (58% x 3,000) whereas her unearned aid is $1,260 ($1,740-$1,260). Marie will have to repay $1,260 under the terms of the unsubsidized loan. 2. It is JohnвЂ™s second semester and he is enrolled in the B.S. Degree of Criminal Justice program. He is a full time student enrolled in 12 credits in the semester (16 weeks / 112 days). On the 5th day of week 11, it was the last time John attended class. John attended AAU for 75 days ((10 x 7) + 5 = 75) in an enrollment period of 112 days, therefore he completed 66.96% (75/112) of his enrollment period. During the current payment period, John had was disbursed a Pell grant for $900, a subsidized loan for $2,500 and an unsubsidized loan for $1,000 a total of $4,400. Because he attended for at least 60% of the enrollment period his total earned aid is $4,400 and there is no unearned aid. 58 2012 University Catalog Disclosure Refund requirements, policies and procedures are provided to students in writing annually and are posted on AAUвЂ™s website. Complaint Procedure Anyone who experiences harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation should immediately seek assistance from the University Compliance Office. Anyone who experiences an unsatisfactory interaction with AAU personnel or AAU faculty may file a complaint through the appropriate administrator by phone or email. A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling toll free (888) 370-7589 or by completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the BureauвЂ™s Internet website. The Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education P.O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833 Phone: (916) 431-6959 в€ј Toll free (888) 370-7589 в€ј Fax: (916) 263-1897 Website: http://www.bppe.ca.gov в€ј email: bppe@dca.ca.gov Conduct Policy Students will receive written notice if the University feels that the studentвЂ™s conduct warrants disciplinary action and/or expulsion. Students may challenge the UniversityвЂ™s findings and conclusion by submitting a written explanation directed to the Provost. The Provost will review all documentation within ten days of receipt. Students will be advised at that time regarding the ProvostвЂ™s decision. Within 15 days of receiving the ProvostвЂ™s decision, students have the right to appeal the decision directly to the AAU President. Decisions rendered by the President are final. Course Numbering System 100вЂ“299 LowerвЂ“division courses of freshman and sophomore level; freshman level 100вЂ“199 and sophomore level 200вЂ“299. 300вЂ“499 UpperвЂ“division courses of junior and senior level; junior level 300-399 and senior level 400-499. Degree seeking students must have completed a minimum of 60 semester credits and have satisfied prerequisite requirements to enroll in upper-division coursework. Non degree seeking students who wish to enroll in 300вЂ“499 level coursework but who have not successfully completed 60 semester credits may have their request reviewed by the Dean to enroll in upper-division coursework. 59 2012 University Catalog Gatekeeper Courses A student may be required to successfully pass "gatekeeper" courses prior to being allowed to enroll in a non-General Studies degree program. These courses have been identified as encompassing the foundational knowledge needed to ultimately succeed in the program. A course grade of at least "C" is required for successful completion of each of these courses, after which a student would be allowed to transfer into his or her desired program. Until this time, the student would be enrolled in a General Studies degree program (either Associate or Bachelor level). Gatekeeper courses may be applied toward the Undistributed Electives requirement. Course Repeat Policy A "course repeat" refers to a course in which a student has enrolled more than once as a result of the student having earned a punitive grade of C- or lower (including grades of "FW"). This is distinct from a scenario in which a student has enrolled in a course more than once as a result of the student having earned a non-punitive grade, or a punitive grade of вЂњCвЂќ or higher, but wishes to attempt to earn a higher grade for the course. Students who earn a punitive grade of C- or lower (including grades of вЂњFWвЂќ) may enroll again in their course by paying a course repeat fee of $75, plus any needed material. This $75 fee is non-refundable. Students who have failed a course may enroll again in the course up to two times using FSA funds. The maximum number of repeats allowed per course is three, for a total of four attempts (including the initial attempt). If additional attempts at the course (beyond the four attempts) are required or desired, they must be requested in writing to the Dean. If the request is approved, the student must pay the full cost of the course. Students who wish to enroll again in a course are strongly encouraged to do so as soon as possible because course versions change frequently. Students should note that if a new version is in effect at the time the student wishes to enroll in the course again, new course materials would need to be obtained at the studentвЂ™s expense. Students who earn a non-punitive grade or a punitive grade of C or higher may elect to enroll again in a course in an attempt to earn a higher grade. In this case, the student must pay the full cost of the course. When a student elects to repeat or enroll again in a course, the lower grade will remain on the studentвЂ™s record, with a notation that the course is being repeated or having enrolled in the same course for an additional time. Only the higher grade and semester credit are calculated into the cumulative grade point average. Semester credit is only given once for a course, except in circumstances where noted in the course description. Grades earned at Allied American University remain in the studentвЂ™s grade point average if the coursework is enrolled again at another institution. 60 2012 University Catalog Credit Transfer Policy AAU will assess the following categories of credit toward program completion: в€ј Transfer credit satisfies AAU standards of educational quality в€ј Credit by Examination, from standardized examinations to include: п‚§ Chauncey Group InternationalвЂ”DSST Program (Formerly known as DANTES Subject Standardized Tests) п‚§ College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Program п‚§ College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) п‚§ Excelsior College Exam (formerly Act PEP) в€ј American Council of Education (ACE) evaluated coursework The University will accept up to 75% of an undergraduate program to be earned through any form of recognized credit toward a degree, as detailed above. A maximum of 30 of these semester credits may be awarded from standardized examinations. Academic coursework eligible for credit toward an AAU degree program must satisfy the following criteria: в€ј Transfer credit satisfies AAU standards of educational quality в€ј Coursework must be: п‚§ Comparable to coursework required in the program of study п‚§ Completed with a minimum GPA of 2.00 (вЂњCвЂќ) п‚§ Coursework will be evaluated and credit matriculated based on the following criteria: в€ј Student is able to provide an academic catalog and/or course outline from the institution awarding credit в€ј Transfer credit will not exceed semester credit value of the course for which it is substituted в€ј Credit transfer for a course not currently offered can be applied if the course is comparable or equivalent to the appropriate general education subject area. For example, a Physics course or equivalency exam would be transferred into the Natural Science and Mathematics General Education subject area. в€ј Transfer credits based on a different unit of credit system than those implemented by AAU are subject to conversion before being transferred based on the formula; quarter credits x 2/3 = semester credits Official transcript(s) must be submitted before the end of the first semester completed at AAU. To qualify as official, transcripts must be sent to AAU directly from the institution or military branch where the credit was earned. An exception may be made to accept transcripts sent by the student as long as the official transcript(s) is sealed from the originating institution. If the student does not provide official transcript(s) by the end of the first semester, the associated transfer coursework applied to the degree plan will be removed. The student will be required to satisfy the remaining requirements to earn a degree. If a student supplies official transcript(s) at a later date, the matriculated coursework may be re-applied to the studentвЂ™s degree plan. The student will not be reimbursed for any coursework taken at Allied American University to replace the removed transfer credit. 61 2012 University Catalog Residence Requirement Students pursuing an associate degree are required to complete a minimum of 15 semester credits in residence at Allied American University. Students pursuing a bachelorвЂ™s degree are required to complete a minimum of 30 semester credits in residence at Allied American University; 15 of which must be upper-division semester credits. If a student chooses to pursue an additional program through Allied American University, the student is required to satisfy the Residence Requirement with Allied American University coursework not previously applied to a prior earned program. Credit Conversion Allied American University (AAU) operates on a semester system and courses are awarded semester credit. If a student transfers over credit taken at a quarter-based institution, the credit is converted to the semester equivalent. One quarter credit is equivalent to two-thirds of a semester credit. Below is a sample conversion table: Quarter Credit 5 4 3 2 1 Semester Credit 3.33 2.67 2.00 1.33 0.67 Any course or credit recommendation (institutional or non-institutional) approved to transfer to AAU degree requirements is evaluated on the semester credit worth in addition to standards of educational quality to determine the applicability to AAU degree requirements. Credits applied toward degree requirements are recognized only for the semester credit required for that specific degree requirement. No additional credit will be awarded beyond the semester credits required. The prospective student must provide the following documentation: в€ј в€ј в€ј Copy of all applicable college transcripts Course outlines and/or catalog from awarding institution Military-earned credit: п‚§ Army American Council on Education Registry Transcript (AARTS) п‚§ Coast Guard Institute (CGI) п‚§ Community College of the Air Force Transcript (CCAF) п‚§ Sailor/Marine American Council of Education Registry Transcript (SMART) 62 2012 University Catalog в€ј Standardized examination results: п‚§ Award of academic credit toward the degree program of enrollment is assessed on the basis of test scores and the appropriate subject area п‚§ AAU will award transfer credits for exams that are associated with the current AAU curriculum AAU academic personnel will review the submitted materials and provide an assessment used to identify where transfer credit can be matriculated to the program of study and for which program requirement credit is applicable. The assessment and degree plan are provided to the student. Notice Concerning Transferability of Credits and Credentials Earned at our Institution The transferability of credits you earn at AAU is at the complete discretion of an institution to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance of the degree or certificate you earn at AAU is also at the complete discretion of the institution to which you may seek to transfer. If the credits or degree that you earn at this institution are not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer, you may be required to repeat some or all of your coursework at the institution. For this reason, you should make certain that your attendance at this institution will meet your education goals. This may include contacting an institution to which you may seek to transfer after attending AAU to determine if your credits or degree will transfer. Grading Policy Grading is an academic, not administrative, function. As such, grades are determined by the course instructor. Grades are a measure of student achievement of course learning objectives. Grades may be determined on the basis of percentage of correct answers on an objective exam, or on the basis of the instructorвЂ™s evaluation of student performance on course work, assignments, and practical demonstrations of skills. The instructor shall base evaluations on the studentвЂ™s attainment of defined course competencies. Such evaluations shall be fairly and consistently applied to all students in a course. Students are expected to maintain at least minimum grade point averages (GPA). To remain in Good Academic Standing, students need to maintain the minimum semester GPA as outlined in the Satisfactory Academic Progress section. To earn a degree, a student must earn an institutional GPA of 2.00 or better. Faculty members are responsible for grading all students assigned to them. Faculty members will be able to view all of their currently enrolled studentsвЂ™ grade reports through iBoard. Each member of the faculty is required to submit grades for each student within three business days of assignment submission and submit a final grade within seven days of the course completion date. Grade reports will be made available to students through iBoard on a continual basis throughout the term. Through iBoard, students can submit their work, take exams, and view their course information (grades, program information, and scheduled courses). Grade reports indicate the date of assignment submission, date of exam completion, date of assignment feedback and feedback comments, courses taken, semester credits received, and the grades assigned. 63 2012 University Catalog A student who has failed to make payment for tuition or who retains any other indebtedness to the University will not receive the grade until payment is made. If a student is in progress of a course, the faculty member is responsible for working with the student until the course has been completed. High quality faculty-student interaction and high quality student centered teaching promote course completion in a timely manner. Grading Scale and Equivalents AAU has established the following grading scale. All faculty members are required to comply with this scale and its equivalents. Plus or minus grades indicate a high or low end grade that has been assigned. These grades may be assigned on individual assignments within a course or as the final course grade. Grade Quality Points/ Grading Percent A 4.00 / 94-100 A- 3.67 / 90-93 B+ 3.33 / 87-89 B 3.00 / 84-86 B- 2.67 / 80-83 C+ 2.33 / 77-79 C 2.00 / 74-76 C- 1.67 / 70-73 D+ 1.33 / 67-69 D 1.00 / 60-66 F 0.00 / Below 60 W .00 Withdrawal WF 0.00 Failure to Withdrawal вЂ“ Non-Participation AC .00 Administrative Cancellation AW .00 Administrative Withdrawal IP .00 In Progress General Description Excellent Good Satisfactory Poor Failure Grading Criteria A = Excellent The student has demonstrated a thorough understanding of the content and skills presented in the course, consistently initiates thoughtful questions, and can see many sides of an issue. The student writes logically and clearly. He or she also integrates ideas throughout the course and, as appropriate, from previously completed courses in a program. 64 2012 University Catalog B = Good to very good The B student is an excellent writer and maintains consistent performance and understanding of course content that goes beyond the minimum requirements. C = Satisfactory The C student demonstrates a minimal comprehension of the skills and subject matter included in the course and accomplishes only the minimum requirements, while displaying little or no initiative. D = Below average The studentвЂ™s performance is barely acceptable. Assignments are late or missing, and there is not even a minimal understanding or mastery of course content skills. F = Failing Quality and quantity of work is unacceptable. W = Withdrawal Grades at AAU are expressed in letter format. The distinct use of вЂњWвЂќ grades is as follows: в€ј вЂњWвЂќ = Withdrawal from the course в€ј вЂњWMвЂќ = Withdrawal for active Military duty в€ј вЂњWFвЂќ = Failed to Withdraw The grade of вЂњWвЂќ is a negative outcome for purposes of measuring satisfactory academic progress. The course is recorded as having been attempted for the purposes of calculating the rate of progress toward completion and maximum time frame. Distinguishing among the various potential reasons for a withdrawal is not necessary, except in the case where a student withdraws for military service and is not to be penalized, or where a student does not continue participating during the semester, does not вЂњearnвЂќ a final grade, and does not provide official notification of withdrawal. Official and Unofficial Withdrawal policies can be found on page 52 of the catalog. AC = Administrative Cancellation Administrative cancellation refers to a student course cancellation which is initiated by the institution. Administrative cancellations commonly apply to coursework that has not begun. AAU may deem that students be cancelled from their course for reasons which include, but are not limited to: в€ј Not satisfying a course prerequisite в€ј Outstanding tuition в€ј вЂњDropping outвЂќ in the middle of a term в€ј Plagiarism в€ј Computer tampering Students who are administratively cancelled from the identified course(s) will receive the grade of AC on their academic record. The AC grade has no effect on the studentвЂ™s academic GPA. The student will be notified of the Administrative Course Cancellation to their primary email from the Office of the Registrar. 65 2012 University Catalog AW = Administrative Withdrawal Administrative withdrawal refers to a student course withdrawal which is initiated by the institution. Administrative Withdrawals commonly apply to coursework that has already begun. AAU may deem that a student be withdrawn from their course for reasons which include, but are not limited to: в€ј Failing to participate in classes в€ј Not satisfying a course prerequisite в€ј вЂњDropping outвЂќ in the middle of a term в€ј Plagiarism в€ј Computer tampering Students who are administratively withdrawn from the identified course(s) will receive the grade of AW on their academic record. The AW grade has no effect on the studentвЂ™s academic GPA. The student will be notified of the Administrative Course Withdrawal to their primary email from the Office of the Registrar. Grades of Incomplete The awarding of an Incomplete (вЂњIвЂќ) grade is at the discretion of the instructor once all qualifying criteria have been met and shall be awarded for exceptional circumstances only. In order to qualify for an Incomplete, a student must have attained at least 40% of the total weighted score of the course that he or she has attempted. Students must be within the 8th week of their course to apply for an Incomplete. Incompletes will not be granted to students for the purpose of resubmitting previous work or for submitting work that was not part of the original scope of the course (i.e. вЂњextra creditвЂќ). The student must submit an Incomplete Grade Request form to his/her instructor for the Incomplete, in which the student includes a plan to the instructor for satisfying the remaining requirements of the course outlined in the studentвЂ™s plan. The maximum length of the Incomplete timeframe is 14 calendar days from the last date of the course session. In the case when the course requirements have not been completed within this timeframe, the вЂњIвЂќ grade shall become a failing grade (вЂњFвЂќ). Assignment of Grades The determination of a studentвЂ™s grade is the responsibility of the instructor assigned to teach the course. Even though the instructor may use support staff for the grading of tests or other assignments, the instructor is ultimately responsible for the grade assigned. The instructor shall assign grades using the grading scale delineated in the school catalog and apply the grading policy and criteria as described in the course syllabus. All graded coursework and assignments shall be returned to students for review at the earliest possible opportunity, generally within 3 days from the last day of the course. The instructor shall inform students in all courses that questions or concerns related to the grade on any assignment shall be brought to the instructorвЂ™s attention for clarification. The instructor shall verify the accuracy of the calculation of any grade whenever a student challenges that calculation. Grades deemed incorrect by the instructor shall be corrected as soon as possible and, when possible, prior to the submission of final grades for the course. The correction shall be documented in the original graded document. When an instructor approves a change to a final grade that has already been submitted to the Registrar and 66 2012 University Catalog entered into the official student records system, the grade change shall be documented on a signed official Grade Change Request form, which shall be placed in the studentвЂ™s academic file. Grade changes to course work and assignments may be made only by the course instructor and are final with no right to appeal the instructorвЂ™s decision. Only final grades given upon completion of a course may be appealed. In the case that an instructor is unavailable for any reason, the Dean of the program of which the course is part, may, at his or her discretion, assign the final grade. The final grade for a course shall be submitted to the Registrar as soon as possible following the final course session and no later than three days after the last course session or administration of the final exam. An appeal of a final grade must be initiated within 14 days of the issuance of final grades for the session in which the grade was given. No grade shall be awarded for any course that a student has not attended. All letter grades, including вЂњFвЂќ (Failure), вЂњW,вЂќ вЂњWF,вЂќ вЂњWMвЂќ (Withdrawal), and вЂњIвЂќ (Incomplete), indicate that a student has attended and that a charge has been assessed for the course. If a student never attends a course, the course should be deleted from the studentвЂ™s schedule and no grade shall be recorded. Grade Changes Any changes to final grades following the instructorвЂ™s submittal of the grade shall be documented in writing and stored in the institutional files according to the procedure below. A student who requests a change to a final grade shall first contact the instructor. In cases where the instructor is no longer affiliated with the AAU, or otherwise unavailable, a student may submit the appeal directly to the Appeals Committee (see Student Academic Appeals Policy). If upon consideration of the request, the instructor determines that the studentвЂ™s grade was incorrectly calculated or incorrectly entered into AAUвЂ™s student administrative system, the instructor shall submit a signed Grade Change Request form to the Registrar. The Registrar shall enter the grade change into the schoolвЂ™s student administrative system and verify that the grade change was entered correctly. The Registrar shall sign the Grade Change Request form and retain a copy in the studentвЂ™s academic and institutional files. Grade Appeals If the instructor does not approve the grade change, the instructor shall inform the student. If the change was requested to a final grade, the instructor shall further inform the student of the studentвЂ™s right to appeal. The instructor shall document in writing the decision to deny the request for a grade change (see bottom portion of the Grade Change Request form) and submit an informational copy of this documentation to the Dean. If the student wishes to appeal the denial, the student shall fill out a Grade Appeal form and follow the procedure set forth in the Student Academic Appeals Policy. Appeals of a 67 2012 University Catalog final grade shall be heard by a committee composed of the Dean, Registrar, and an instructor other than the course instructor from which the grade was given. A notice of appeal hearing shall be sent to the student and course instructor, who will be required to attend. Decisions of the Academic Appeal Committee shall be communicated through a copy of the Grade Appeal form to the student and the instructor who assigned the grade. Grade Change Procedure: Instructor Role and Responsibilities 1. Review grades as soon as graded assignments or tests are returned to the student. 2. Bring forth, in a timely manner but in no case later than 21 days following the receipt of the final course grade, any question about assigned grades for coursework or the final grade or a grade appeal. 3. Ensure students understand their right to discuss any grading issues with the Dean. 4. Ensure students understand their right to appeal a final course grade within the parameters of the Student Academic Appeals Policy. 5. If request is for a change to an interim or final grade, promptly review the student request. 6. If request is not approved, notify the student and document it in writing to the Dean. 7. If change to a recorded grade is approved, notify the student and fill out the Grade Change Request form with documentation to support grade change (this includes any make up work or retests), sign, and submit it to the Registrar. 8. If change to a recorded grade is not approved, notify student of his or her right to appeal. 9. Where an instructor is no longer affiliated with AAU, or otherwise unavailable, a student will submit grade questions and/or grade appeals, as wells as any justification, to the Dean who will conduct the review in compliance with procedures outlined in this policy. Dean Role and Responsibilities 1. Review all grade change requests approved by instructor. 2. If approved, sign and date the form and submit it to Registrar for entry. Registrar Role and Responsibilities 1. Make grade change corrections to the AAUвЂ™s student information system only upon receipt of an official Grade Change Request form signed by the course instructor or Appeals Committee. 2. Verify grade change has been correctly entered. 3. Sign and date Grade Change Request form. 4. File grade change form and documentation in the studentвЂ™s academic file. 68 2012 University Catalog 5. Send copy of completed grade change form to both the student and the faculty member who assigned the original grade. 6. Keep monthly tally of grade changes for management reporting. Grading Rubric A grading rubric is a tool utilized by faculty to identify standards and criteria when grading assignments. To ensure consistency in grading, faculty are asked to utilize the rubric below when assigning points to student assignments. The rubric is made available to students to ensure that they are aware of the standard of quality and criteria followed by faculty when reviewing and assigning grades to their assignments. Following the assigned readings and submitting substantive assignments will help to ensure high quality of work provided to faculty for review. Categories Scope Organization Development Language Mechanics Excellent Addresses the prompt in an effective manner, responding to several aspects of the topic. 21-30% Is organized effectively around a clear central purpose or thesis. 21-30% Provides effective and specific evidence to support positions. 11-20% Demonstrates strong control of sentence structure and appropriate word choice. 8-10% Is generally free from errors in grammar, usage, and conventions. 8-10% Scope: 30% Organization: 30% Good Addresses the prompt in a competent manner, may focus on minor aspects of the topic. 11-20% Is organized adequately around a central purpose or thesis. There may be a point or two that may not connect with the central purpose. 11-20% Provides basic evidence (general) to support positions. 6-10% Demonstrates adequate control of sentence structure and word choice. 5-7% Fair Poor Addresses the prompt in a basic manner. Addresses the prompt in a limited manner or fails to address the prompt. 0% 1-10% Is organized in a limited way and occasionally moves away from the central purpose. Is organized in a limited way or fails to be organized at all. 1-10% Provides evidence that is too general or not clearly linked to a position. 1-5% 0% Provides superficial or irrelevant evidence. 0% Contains some minor errors in grammar, usage, and conventions. Demonstrates lack of control of sentence structure and limitations in word choice. 1-4% Contains confusing errors in grammar, usage, and conventions. Demonstrates no control of sentence structure and inappropriate word choice. 0% Contains serious errors in grammar, usage, and conventions. 5-7% 1-4% 0% Language: 10% Mechanics: 10% 69 Development: 20% 2012 University Catalog Grade Challenges Allied American University faculty members are experts within their fields of study and have the final authority for assigning grades with the exception to grades that are found to be a result of arbitrary or capricious grading. If a student believes and is able to support with clear and credible evidence that capricious or unprofessional grading has taken place, a grade dispute may be made on a final course grade basis. Individual course assessment grades are to be handled between student and faculty while a course is in session. The grade challenge policy governs course final grades. The following policies and procedures apply to all grade challenges: 1. If a student believes he or she received a final course grade based on capricious or unprofessional grading, the student must discuss the dispute with the faculty member who issued the grade within 7 days of the final grade being posted. The correspondence should be tracked through the iBoard messaging center. 2. If a satisfactory solution cannot be found, the student may request a Grade Challenge form from the program success advocate to be submitted for review. 3. A Grade Challenge form must be initiated within 21 days of the final grade posting date. 4. After reviewing the Grade Challenge form and supporting documentation for completeness, the form will be forwarded to the Dean. 5. The Dean will review the documentation to determine if the request warrants a review or not. If so, the Dean may consult with the faculty member in an attempt to resolve the dispute. In most cases, the faculty member's decision is final unless the Dean determines extenuating circumstances warrant review. 6. Grade disputes may not be appealed beyond the Dean. All documents submitted for grade challenge are entered in the permanent record of student and faculty. It is the studentвЂ™s responsibility to provide the necessary information to support the challenge. The studentвЂ™s Grade Challenge form must include all required information within the form and clearly written justification for the Grade Challenge to be considered. The burden of proof rests with the student to provide any additional supporting documentation. Examples of necessary information include medical verification if exception is due to illness or copies of any documentation to substantiate the request being made, e.g., message center posts. If any type of documentation or recommendation is missing, the form will be returned to the student for completion. Please Note: Upon submission of a Grade Challenge form and any supporting documents, faculty may be notified of the challenge and asked for a response. Graduation Policy To receive an Associate or BachelorвЂ™s Degree, a student must satisfy requirements related to semester credits, grade point average, program of study, and courses. It is the studentвЂ™s responsibility to ensure that all requirements for graduation have been met and are completed in a timely manner. To assist students in this process, AAU provides support through Program Success Advocates and through the academic affairs department. 70 2012 University Catalog Once a student has determined that all requirements have been met, the student submits a graduation application to the academic affairs office. For an AssociateвЂ™s Degree, a student must complete the following: в€ј Earn a minimum of 60 semester credits of which at least 15 semester credits must be earned through AAU required courses в€ј Maintain an institutional GPA of 2.00 (on a 4.00 system) overall in a declared major в€ј Fulfill the academic requirements as directed by the degree program For a BachelorвЂ™s Degree, a student must complete the following: в€ј Earn a minimum of 120 semester credits, of which at least 30 semester credits must be earned through AAU required courses в€ј Maintain an institutional GPA of 2.00 (on a 4.00 system) overall in a declared major в€ј Fulfill the academic requirements as directed by the degree program Graduation with honors can be awarded to students who maintain a GPA of 3.5 and who complete a minimum of 15 semester credits for an associateвЂ™s degree and 30 semester credits for a bachelorвЂ™s degree through AAU. Degrees with Allied American University are conferred on a monthly basis. The conferral date is defined as the date on which a studentвЂ™s degree is officially awarded. After completing all courses and submitting a completed graduation application, graduating students must resolve any outstanding financial obligations. After all academic and administrative requirements have been met students will receive two official transcripts and their diploma. Grievance Policy AAU has a responsibility to protect the rights of students and ensure compliance with its nondiscrimination policy by providing a process for those who desire to file a grievance against the University, including any claim of discrimination. Students who allege discrimination, harassment, or a violation of an AAU policy must present their grievance in writing to the Dean within three (3) weeks of the incident. Such grievances will be heard by the UniversityвЂ™s academic review committee. A campus decision based upon the committeeвЂ™s recommendation may be appealed to the Provost within ten (10) days of the date the student receives the decision from the campus. Other grievances or requests for policy exceptions must be submitted in writing to AAUвЂ™s Dean who will determine the appropriate course of action or render a decision. Grievances relating to financial aid, account balances, or collections must be reviewed by AAU management before being submitted to the Provost. When such a grievance is received by the Dean, it will generally be forwarded to the University President for a final decision if it cannot be resolved informally. 71 2012 University Catalog Harassment Policy It is the policy of Allied American University that the educational environment be free of all forms of improper or unlawful harassment including sexual harassment or sexually offensive conduct. Conduct on the part of faculty, staff, or students which would violate this policy includes, but is not limited to: в€ј Unwelcome or unwanted sexual advances в€ј Requests for sexual favors в€ј Any suggestion, whether overt or subtle, that a grade or other academic achievement is dependent upon the granting of sexual favors or submission to sexual requests в€ј Unwelcome physical contact, including patting, pinching, hugging, kissing, fondling, etc. в€ј Offensive conduct, verbal or written, including sexually explicit jokes, comments, innuendo, or other tasteless actions that would offend a reasonably sensitive person в€ј The display of sexually offensive pictures, posters, illustrations, or objects в€ј Slurs, jokes, or ridicule based on race, ethnic or national origin, religion, gender, or disability Conduct deemed to be in violation of this policy is prohibited and will not be tolerated by Allied American University. Retaliation, in any form, against the person raising such a concern will also not be tolerated. Any student or applicant who has a question or concern regarding compliance with this policy may direct the question or concern to the director of personnel and development. Leave of Absence Allied American University encourages students to maintain continuous enrollment from admission through completion of their program requirements. When circumstances arise that result in a student needing a break in his or her enrollment, it is recommended that the student utilizes a Leave of Absence. A student who finds it necessary to take a Leave of Absence due to mitigating circumstances and who plans on returning to AAU, may request a Leave of Absence by submitting the Request for Leave of Absence form. The request must be in writing and accompanied by documentation of the reason for mitigating circumstances, if appropriate. It is recommended that the student discuss the process with his or her program success advocate. The request for Leave of Absence will be reviewed by the Office of the Registrar. A Leave of Absence is approved on a case-by-case basis. To request a Leave of Absence, a Request for Leave of Absence form must be signed, dated, and submitted on or before the last date of a semester. The student must provide rationale as to why the leave is being requested. The student must indicate on the form the intended date of return, a student may only return upon the start of a non-concurrent semester. Students seeking a leave up to 180 days may not actively be in progress of coursework at Allied American University while on a Leave of Absence. If a student seeks a Leave of Absence while in progress of coursework, the student must decide to either complete all course work before initiation of the Leave of Absence or withdraw from coursework to begin the Leave of Absence (either a grade of вЂњWвЂќ will be assigned or a letter grade will be assigned if the request is made in week 7 or 8 of the course) upon completion of the semester. Any upcoming courses that the student has completed registration for will be 72 2012 University Catalog cancelled, and the student will be required to register in the first available registration period prior to returning from the leave. Circumstances justifying a Leave of Absence up to 180 days include, but are not limited to, the following: в€ј Pregnancy в€ј Outstanding work circumstances (including unemployment) в€ј Death or life threatening illness in the immediate family в€ј Critical illness or serious injury requiring at least overnight hospitalization в€ј Unexpected deployment (student must provide documentation from the unit/battalion commander or employer that there was no notification of pending deployment prior to the date the student requested a Leave of Absence) в€ј Lack of or extremely restricted access to the Internet at a scheduled deployment that took place after the Leave of Absence was requested (student must provide documentation from the unit/battalion commander or employer that the studentвЂ™s new location does not allow for Internet access to complete the course, and this current deployment took place after the request date of the current extension.) Students must initiate the request for Leave of Absence, which point in time the student will be appropriately notified of the components of the request process. Please note that no official requests will be taken over the phone. The form must be completed in its entirety with all supportive documentation to be considered. Official documentation must be provided that supports that the student does meet the eligibility requirements as outlined above. A Leave of Absence does not meet the conditions to be an approved leave of absence for Title IV financial aid purposes. Therefore, a Leave of Absence is treated as an official withdrawal for return of Title IV financial aid and student loan deferment purposes. A financial aid student considering a Leave of Absence should contact the Financial Aid Office to discuss the impact on loan repayment. The loan repayment grace period begins on the first day of the studentвЂ™s Leave of Absence. For students receiving Federal Student Aid, to be approved for a Leave of Absence, the student must agree to Leave of Absence counseling which will be provided to them by representatives in AAUвЂ™s financial aid office. For those students on a Leave of Absence who are receiving Federal Student Aid, they are not eligible for any additional Federal Student Aid during the Leave of Absence. The Leave of Absence can be no more than 180 consecutive days in length per 12-month period. Failure to register for courses on or before scheduled / approved re-entry date will result in termination of the Leave of Absence and result in an institutional withdrawal. For veteran students, the VA Office will be notified upon approval of a Leave of Absence. Veteran students should contact their VA Office in the event VA Benefits may be affected. 73 2012 University Catalog Non-Discrimination Policy Allied American University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or VietnamвЂ“era veteran status in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices. The University complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and regulations, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If any student or applicant has a question or concern regarding compliance with this policy, that student or applicant may direct the question or concern to the director of personnel and development. Orientation Course Every first-time AAU student is required to complete AAUвЂ™s short online orientation course in order to be granted access to the initial course(s) that he or she has enrolled in. This course teaches students about AAUвЂ™s policies and the iBoard online learning platform to help them successfully complete their program. Students should begin the online orientation course shortly after their enrollment is confirmed and before the Start Date of their initial course(s). Access to the initial course(s) will not be allowed until the orientation has been completed. Proctored Examination Policy Proctored exams are required for selected AAU courses to ensure a studentвЂ™s mastery of a courseвЂ™s learning objectives and to ensure academic honesty. As a general policy, required courses and core program courses are given priority when selecting which courses have a proctored exam. A courseвЂ™s syllabus will clearly state if the course includes a proctored final exam, and Program Success Advocates will notify students when a course has a proctored final exam. Proctored exams are used to assess whether students have mastered the subject matter. The proctored exams are open book, open notes, and are usually two hours unless otherwise noted. Proctored exams are to be scheduled within one week after coursework has been completed. The student must have a passing grade on submitted coursework before taking a proctored exam. Students are responsible for scheduling the proctored exams with an approved proctor prior to taking the required exam. Students request the proctoring form through their program success advocate. It is recommended that students turn in the completed proctoring form at least two weeks prior to their exam. Once selected, the proctor must certify that he or she is not related to or is not a close friend of this student and that there is no relationship between the proctor and the student that will prevent the examination from being properly administered. Additionally, the proctor must certify that he or she will check a photo I.D. to confirm the identity of the student taking the final examination and declare under penalty of perjury that the information is true and correct. 74 2012 University Catalog Once the proctor has been approved by AAU, the examination code is forwarded to the proctor. The proctor then gives this code to the student once the identity of the student has been verified. Failure to follow the instructions can result in the invalidation of the exam and possible failure of the course. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy AAU evaluates Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) at the end of each semester and at the beginning of the first semester. A semester is defined as a 16-week period of academic study. The requirements of each criterion must be met and are discussed in detail below. The University provides written notification, within prescribed time periods, to notify a student who is failing to achieve SAP standards. There are three criteria used to measure Satisfactory Academic Progress: в€ј Cumulative grade point average (qualitative) в€ј Credit hour completion (quantitative) в€ј Maximum Timeframe Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) to receive Federal Student Aid. According to Federal Regulations, students who fail to make satisfactory progress towards their degree or certificate will lose their ability to receive Federal Student Aid. This regulation applies to all AAU students, including those that have not previously received financial aid. Students who lose their aid may appeal the loss provided there are mitigating circumstances that inhibited their academic progress. If mitigating circumstances do not exist, students may take classes at their own expense to demonstrate improvement for a future appeal. To otherwise restore eligibility, students must achieve the grade point average (GPA) and completion rate as defined in the policy. Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA): CGPA is the qualitative measure of SAP, meaning that it measures the quality of the grades that each student earns in their courses. Evaluation occurs at the end of each semester as demonstrated in the sample segments listed in the Satisfactory Academic Progress Progression Table. Only credits completed at AAU with a final grade of A through F are included in the CGPA calculation. To meet SAP requirements students must maintain a CGPA that meets or exceeds the minimum requirements as shown in the Satisfactory Academic Progress Progression Table below. Students who fail to meet CGPA requirements also fail to meet SAP requirements and will be put on Warning. (See Student Status section.) Credit Hour Completion: Credit hour completion is the quantitative measure of SAP, meaning that you must complete a certain percentage of your courses to meet minimum SAP standards and maintain eligibility for Federal Student Aid. Each academic program within our University system has a defined number of credit hours required for completion. To maintain SAP, students must achieve a minimum percentage of credits earned versus credits attempted. в€ј Courses with a final grade of A through D will be counted towards credits completed. 75 2012 University Catalog в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј Final grades that fall below the minimum D are not counted as credits completed but will be used to determine credits attempted. Withdrawn (W) courses are considered credits attempted. Courses with grades of incomplete (вЂњIвЂќ) will not be counted as credits attempted until a final grade is earned. During week one of each semester students will be cancelled from any courses in which they have not met census. Courses that are dropped prior to the course start date or during the add/drop (week one of the semester) will not count towards attempted credits. Note: All students are required to log into each of their courses and participate in week one according to the class syllabus to confirm their attendance. Students who do not complete an academically related event during census will be cancelled from their course. Remedial courses do not count towards attempted credits. Any course in which the student remains enrolled beyond week one will count towards attempted courses regardless of the grade received. Repeated courses will count as attempted courses. Maximum Timeframe All students who receive federal financial aid under Title IV of the Higher Education Act are required to complete their program of study within 150% of the published length of the program. The following maximum time frames apply to each academic program: пѓ� Associates Degree вЂ“ the published length is 60 semester credits. The maximum period must not exceed 90 (60x1.5) Total Semester Credits Attempted. пѓ� Bachelor Degree вЂ“ the published length is 120 semester credits. The maximum period must not exceed 180 (120 x 1.5) Total Semester Credits Attempted. пѓ� Certificate Programs вЂ“ the published length is an average of 18 semester credits. The maximum period must not exceed 27 (18 x 1.5) Total Semester Credits Attempted. AAU has provided a chart that illustrates the minimum quantitative and qualitative requirements for various evaluation points based on full time enrollment of 12 credits per semester for a student pursuing an associate or Bachelor Degree . Students will be evaluated for SAP regardless of credits attempted or program being pursued. Satisfactory Academic Progress Progression Table SAP Level Associates Degree Credits Attempted (inc. Trans) 12 24 36 48 60-90 Minimum Cum Credits Completed Minimum CGPA 50% 50% 67% 67% 67% 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 76 2012 University Catalog Bachelor Degree 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120-180 50% 50% 67% 67% 67% 67% 67% 67% 67% 67% 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 **Credits transferred in from another college or university via an official Transfer Credit Evaluation are factored into credit completion. Standards of Academic Progress вЂ“ Degree Programs Additionally, all AAU degree programs require that students meet certain criteria in order to graduate. These requirements are program specific, as follows: Associate of Science Program в€ј Complete 60 semester credit hours consisting of 39 hours in the General Education curriculum and 21 hours in the major. в€ј Attain a minimum overall grade point average (CGPA) of at least a C (2.0) upon graduation. Bachelor of Science Programs в€ј Complete 120 semester credit hours consisting of 45 hours in the General Education curriculum and 75 hours in the major. в€ј Attain a minimum overall grade point average (CGPA) of at least a C (2.0) upon graduation. Undeclared Seeking Student Option Students may declare their academic goal as "Undeclared" if they do not plan to pursue an academic degree program at AAU. Students will still be evaluated under the SAP policy guidelines regardless of a program being pursued. For admission as a вЂњNon Degree SeekingвЂќ student proof of high school graduation or GED is required. (See вЂњnon-degreeвЂќ seeking). Students who are enrolled as вЂњUndeclaredвЂќ are not eligible for financial aid. Academic Status A studentвЂ™s academic status is based off of a studentвЂ™s ability to meet the criteria used to determine satisfactory academic progress, the criteria can be found in the Satisfactory Academic Progress section. A student may have one of the following academic status types: Good Standing, Warning, Dismissal, Probation or Extended Enrollment. 77 2012 University Catalog Good Standing: Any student who maintains satisfactory academic progress by meeting the minimum Grade Point Average and Credit Completion will remain in Good Academic Standing. Warning: Any student who does not meet the cumulative GPA requirement will receive a written notice and be placed on Warning status based on review by the Provost. A student is eligible to be removed from Warning if he or she is able to meet the minimum semester and cumulative SAP GPA and credit completion identified at Allied American University during the next SAP evaluation. It is recommended that students who are placed on Warning review Reestablishing Satisfactory Academic Progress recommendations found in the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy. Dismissal: Any student who does not earn the minimum SAP cumulative GPA or satisfy the minimum credit completion earned while on Warning will receive a written notice and will be subject to Academic Dismissal from the university. в€ј The Provost will notify the RegistrarвЂ™s Office of any students eligible for dismissal. An identified student will receive a letter from the RegistrarвЂ™s Office informing them of their status and a copy of the letter will go into the studentвЂ™s permanent record. A student who is academically dismissed is ineligible to continue enrollment and may not be readmitted before the lapse of at least one sixteen week semester. Upon return, the student will be permitted to take courses on academic probation and will be required to repeat courses that can raise cumulative GPA. Any student notified of academic dismissal may appeal the decision based on mitigating circumstances that explain the unsatisfactory academic performance and a likelihood of success if allowed to continue at Allied American University. To appeal an academic dismissal, a student must submit a typed petition to the Registrar within seven business days of notification of dismissal. The appeal should be a concise narrative with supporting documents. The appeal will be forwarded to the Provost for consideration. The Provost will recommend a decision to the RegistrarвЂ™s Office. A student will be notified in writing of the decision by the RegistrarвЂ™s Office within ten business days of receiving the studentвЂ™s appeal. All decisions by the Provost are final. If the appeal for dismissal is approved, the student will be permitted to continue coursework at Allied American University under probation status. If the appeal is not approved, the student will be dismissed, is ineligible to continue enrollment, and may not be readmitted. See Return from Dismissal for processes or returning to Allied American University upon being dismissed. It is recommended that students who are placed on probation review Reestablishing Satisfactory Academic Progress recommendations found in the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy. 78 2012 University Catalog Probation Any student who successfully appeals their eligibility for dismissal will be placed on Probation based on approval by the Provost. в€ј A student is eligible to be removed from Probation if he or she is able to meet the minimum semester and cumulative SAP GPA and credit completion identified at Allied American University during the next SAP evaluation. It is recommended that students who are placed on Probation review Reestablishing Satisfactory Academic Progress recommendations found in the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy. Return from Dismissal Conditions returning after dismissal for unsatisfactory progress will be established by the Provost on an individual basis and will be provided to the student upon notification of their dismissal. Traditionally students must demonstrate their ability to be academically successfully by reviewing an academic plan and successfully completing pre-determined coursework at an accredited institution. Based on the conditions provided a student would appeal to return through the Office of the Registrar. The appeal would need to be reviewed by the appropriate administrative body to ensure conditions have been successfully met. If the student is permitted to return from Dismissal their academic standing would be Extended Enrollment and the student must follow an Academic Plan set forth by the administration. Extended Enrollment Students who successfully return from dismissal are place on Extended Enrollment. While on Extended Enrollment a student is not eligible for Financial Aid. в€ј A student is eligible to be removed from Extended Enrollment if he or she is able to meet the minimum semester and cumulative SAP GPA and credit completion identified at Allied American University during the next SAP evaluation. в€ј A student may remain on Extended Enrollment if he or she meets the set goals within the Academic Plan related to semester and cumulative SAP GPA and credit completion identified at Allied American University during the next SAP evaluation. It is recommended that students who are placed on Extended Enrollment review Reestablishing Satisfactory Academic Progress recommendations found in the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy. 79 2012 University Catalog Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) The California Administrative Code Section 18804(a) requires colleges and universities to maintain student records for a period of five years after final enrollment, with exception of the student's permanent record. AAUвЂ™s policy regarding confidentiality is in keeping with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which affords student certain rights with respect to their education records, a summary of which follows. They are: 1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day AAU receives a request for access. 2. The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the student believes are inaccurate. 3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. School officials are individuals or entities working for or on the behalf of the educational institution. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. As allowed within FERPA guidelines, AAU may disclose education records without consent to officials of another school, upon request, in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. 4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failure by Allied American University to comply with the requirements of FERPA. At its discretion, AAU may provide directory information in accordance with the provisions of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. Directory information is defined as that information which would not generally be considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if disclosed. Students may withhold directory information by notifying the Registrar in writing; please note that such withholding requests are binding for all information to all parties other than for those exceptions allowed under the Act. Students may access their rights to the Maintenance and Confidentiality of their Student Records as outlined under FERPA within the Student Handbook available through their iBoard account. At its discretion, AAU may provide Directory Information in accordance with the provisions of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. Directory Information is defined as that information which would not generally be considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if disclosed. Students may withhold Directory Information by notifying the registrar in writing; please note that such withholding requests are binding for all information to all parties other than for those exceptions allowed under the Act. Allied American University defines "directory information" as. в€ј в€ј в€ј Full name of student Address and telephone number Home address and telephone number 80 2012 University Catalog в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј E-mail address Major field of study Degrees and awards received Dates of attendance Grade level Enrollment status (i.e., full or part-time, undergraduate, graduate) Name of institution last attended Photographs (for University use only) State of residence Date of Birth Marital status Policy on Honorary Degrees The Board of Trustees of Allied American University (AAU) authorizes the awarding of honorary degrees to recognize individuals who have benefited the institution or society through outstanding achievements or leadership. The Board of Trustees has put forth criteria to guide AAU in nominating and considering candidates for honorary degrees. AAU shall adhere to the policy as set out in the following procedures: в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј Up to five honorary degrees may be awarded each calendar year. AAU employees, Governing Board members, or contractors shall not be eligible for nomination during their tenure. The specific procedures for nominating and considering honorary degree recipients are as follows: o Any individual affiliated with AAU in any way may nominate a prospective honorary degree holder. o The Nominating Committee shall be comprised of the President, Provost, and one Dean (may alternate). o The Nominating Committee will receive and screen nominations. o Nominations can be made directly to the President or Provost and should include the following: п‚§ A letter from the nominator and supporting documentation detailing why the candidate is worthy of an honorary degree from AAU п‚§ The candidateвЂ™s CV or a biographical statement п‚§ At least three names and contact information of individuals who may be solicited for letters of recommendation п‚§ The nominatorвЂ™s relationship with the candidate, including any potential or perceived conflicts of interest The Nominating Committee shall consider all complete nomination packets. The Nominating Committee will consider individuals who have distinguished themselves in the areas of teaching, research, or service. Achievements of national or international significance, or outstanding and sustained service to the community, should be the overriding criterion for all candidates. All members of the Nominating Committee need to unanimously approve a candidate in order for him/her to be offered an honorary degree. The Nominating Committee will send a letter to the nominator of any candidate not recommended. Candidates may be reconsidered upon re-nomination. 81 2012 University Catalog в€ј в€ј Should the Nominating Committee approve the candidate, he/she shall be notified in order to ascertain their willingness to accept the honorary degree. All members of the Nominating Committee are required to function in a confidential manner, respecting the privacy of all candidates; including those recommended and those not recommended. RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Americans with Disabilities Act AAU complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and state and local requirements regarding students with disabilities. AAU grants reasonable accommodations to qualified students with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are granted if the request: в€ј Is based on documented individual needs, в€ј Does not compromise essential requirements of a course or program, and/or. в€ј Does not impose a financial or administrative burden on AAU beyond that which is deemed reasonable and customary The essential requirements of an academic course or program need not be modified to accommodate an individual with a disability. Students whose accommodation requests are denied will not be discriminated or retaliated against if they appeal the decision. It is the studentвЂ™s responsibility to notify the university as having a disability and submit any required documentation, prior to engaging in any activity for which accommodation is being requested. For example, a request to retake a test or course due to a disability will not be considered for a test or course that a student has already taken. Since the documentation and review process may take some time, currently diagnosed students should submit any requests for a disability accommodation as soon as they are admitted to a program and prior to registering for courses. в€ј в€ј в€ј No accommodations may be made prior to the notification of disability and the submission of documentation. Students must identify themselves to their program success advocate (PSA) and provide the required documentation as outlined in the documentation requirements below at least 30 days in advance of the start of the accommodation being requested. It is the studentвЂ™s responsibility to ensure that documentation meeting the published requirements is submitted 30 days prior to the start of accommodations. Students must submit a written statement to their PSA outlining their disability. Documentation to request accommodations based on a disability must be provided by the student and at the studentвЂ™s sole expense. Students must also submit documentation on the disability with an accommodation request that meets guidelines listed below: в€ј в€ј The PSA will submit the documentation with the Dean. The Dean will review the documentation with the University President. 82 2012 University Catalog в€ј в€ј The Dean will notify the student of the decision within 15 days of receipt of the documentation. This notification will be in writing and sent to the studentвЂ™s email address on record. If further information is required, the Dean will request it directly from the student. The Dean will notify the faculty member if they are required to make an accommodation. The faculty member will only be advised that he or she must make an accommodation; no medical information will be released to the faculty member. Acceptable documentation requirements: в€ј For learning disability accommodations: Documentation should be no older than three years if student is under 21 years of age. Older documentation may be considered for students who are over 21 as long as the clinical testing was completed since the student reached the age of 18. в€ј For mental disability accommodations: Documentation should be clinical in nature and should be dated within the last six months. в€ј For physical disability accommodations: If the physical disability is a permanent condition, documentation of any age may be considered. Any physical disability that is based on a temporary condition, such as weakness caused by chemotherapy or other short-term treatments, clinical documentation should be less than one year old. Documentation should include a specific medical diagnosis of the studentвЂ™s disability and should include the names of diagnostic tests used, evaluation dates, test scores, and interpretation of those test results. The documentation should describe how the student is limited in functionality, specify specific accommodation recommendations that are related to the medical diagnosis, and justify how the accommodations will impact the specific functional limitations of the student. Documentation should always include the professional credentials of the evaluator, including what training and experience the evaluator has with the diagnosis and treatment of adults. The evaluator should be a licensed professional in the appropriate field and qualified to diagnose adults. Students whose disability accommodation requests are denied or adjusted may submit an appeal in writing to the University President. The appeal must be within 15 days of the accommodation being denied and should be emailed to president@allied.edu. Additional documentation regarding the studentвЂ™s disability may be required during the appeal process. Student Tuition Recovery Fund Disclosures A qualifying institution shall include the following statement on both its enrollment agreement and its current schedule of student charges: You must pay the state-imposed assessment for the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) if all of the following applies to you: 1. You are a student, who is a California resident and prepays all or part of your tuition either by cash, guaranteed student loans, or personal loans, and 83 2012 University Catalog 2. Your total charges are not paid by any third-party payer such as an employer, government program, or other payer unless you have a separate agreement to repay the third party. You are not eligible for protection from the STRF, and you are not required to pay the STRF assessment, if either of the following applies: 1. You are not a California resident. 2. Your total charges are paid by a third-party, such as an employer, government program, or other payer, and you have no separate agreement to repay the third party. The State of California created the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) to relieve or mitigate economic losses suffered by California residents who were students attending certain schools regulated by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. You may be eligible for STRF if you are a California resident, have prepaid tuition, paid the STRF assessment, and suffered an economic loss as a result of any of the following: 1. The school closed before the course of instruction was completed. 2. The schoolвЂ™s failure to pay refunds or charges on behalf of a student to a third party for license fees or any other purpose, or to provide equipment or materials for which a charge was collected within 180 days before the closure of the school. 3. The schoolвЂ™s failure to pay or reimburse loan proceeds under a federally guaranteed student loan program as required by law or to pay or reimburse proceeds received by the school prior to closure in excess of tuition and other cost. 4. The schoolвЂ™s breach or anticipatory breach of the agreement for the closure of instruction. 5. There was a decline in the quality of the course of instruction within 30 days before the school closed, or if the decline began earlier than 30 days prior to closure, the period of decline determined by the Bureau. 6. The school committed fraud during the recruitment or enrollment or program participation of the student. TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS Students are expected to have access to the technology requirements as AAU is not obligated to supply the needed technologies including software and hardware. Hardware Requirements: Student must have a PC or Mac-based computer to participate in the course. Minimum system requirements are: в€ј 1GHz+ processor в€ј 256MB of RAM в€ј 5GB+ available hard drive space for data storage, sound card в€ј 1024 x 768 graphics with 16-bit color в€ј Windows or Mac compatible laser or inkjet printer в€ј 10/100 Network Card and/or Modem required for online course correspondence 84 2012 University Catalog Browser support: в€ј PC: Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher, Mozilla Firefox 2.0 or higher, Google Chrome 5.0 в€ј Mac: Safari 5.0 or higher, Mozilla Firefox 2.0 or higher Software Requirements в€ј в€ј Access to an office program is required. Access to Microsoft Office Software is highly recommended for use with the iBoard Learning Platform. If access to Microsoft Office Software is not available, download Open Office Software from http://www.openoffice.org UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS Please Note: Course offerings and course codes are subject to change. Curriculum Allied American University offers program options to students through their certificate programs and their degree programs. Certificate Programs Certificate programs allow students to focus on a particular topic of interest through a multi-course program of study. AAU offers three types of certificate programs: introduction, general, and advanced. Each is designed to be self-contained and to have the appropriate course prerequisites. Certificates at the introduction and general levels are open to applicants who have at least a high school diploma or its equivalent. Advanced certificate programs are available for students who have either an Associate or BachelorвЂ™s degree and seek specific knowledge in one subject area. For certificates that include an English or writing course, it is required that this English or writing course constitute the first course or is a part of the first set of courses taken by the student in pursuit of the certificate. Academic performance expectations at the certificate level are equivalent to the expectations at the degree program level. In general, courses at the 300 or 400 level have higher expectations on writing and mathematical competence than courses at the 100 or 200 level. в€ј The undergraduate certificate programs require a minimum of 15 semester credits. в€ј Students must earn at least six semester credits of graded coursework with a C or better at AAU. в€ј Certificate requirements are determined by the student's catalog year provided that the student maintains continuous enrollment. в€ј All courses carry college credit and may be applied toward a degree. в€ј Students are not permitted to enroll concurrently in multiple programs in the same academic discipline. For example, a student who had previously completed a Web Design Certificate might be able to apply his or her semester credits toward a Bachelor of Computer Information Systems degree; however, a student may not be enrolled in a Web Design Certificate program and a Computer Information Systems degree program at the same time. в€ј Certificate program prerequisites must be met. 85 2012 University Catalog в€ј All undergraduate certificate programs require enrollment of the AAU Online Orientation for students in addition to the semester credit requirements listed. Allied American University offers twenty-seven different certificate programs. These certificates are offered through the degree programs as noted. Introduction type includes courses from 100 and 200 level with all prerequisites included. General type includes courses from 100, 200, 300, 400 level with course prerequisites included. Advanced type includes courses from 300 and 400 levels. Business Administration в€ј Introduction вЂ“ Business в€ј Introduction - Marketing в€ј Introduction - Office Management в€ј Introduction вЂ“ California Real Estate в€ј Introduction - Real Estate в€ј Introduction - Solar Energy в€ј Introduction вЂ“ Finance в€ј General - Management The Business of Healthcare в€ј Introduction - Pharmacy Technician в€ј Introduction - Medical Administrative Assistant в€ј Introduction - Medical Billing в€ј Introduction - Medical Coding Computer Information Systems в€ј Introduction - Computer Programming в€ј Introduction - Computer Applications в€ј General - Web Design в€ј General - IT Management Criminal Justice в€ј Introduction - Criminal Justice в€ј Introduction - Criminal Investigations в€ј Introduction вЂ“ Homeland Security в€ј Introduction - Law Enforcement в€ј Introduction вЂ“ Private Security в€ј Introduction - Security Studies в€ј Introduction вЂ“ Understanding Terrorism в€ј General вЂ“ Corrections в€ј General - Terrorism and Security в€ј Advanced вЂ“ Forensic Investigations в€ј Advanced вЂ“ Law Enforcement II 86 2012 University Catalog BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Business CIP Code: 52.0201 BUS105: Introduction to Business Writing BUS100: Introduction to Business BUS244: Finance for Managers ECN150: Introduction to Microeconomics MGT105: Essentials of Management MKT220: Principles of Marketing Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential job opportunities: Office Administration, entry-level Management Real Estate CIP Code: 52.1501 ENG160: English Composition I ** RES101: National Real Estate Principles RES220: Real Estate Finance** RES240: Real Estate Appraisal RES260: Real Estate Brokerage** RES280: Property Management **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential job opportunities: Real Estate Agent, Real Estate Broker California Real Estate CIP Code: 52.1501 ENG160: English Composition I ** RES111: California Real Estate Principles RES121: California Real Estate Select 3 of the following: RES220: Real Estate Finance** RES240: Real Estate Appraisal RES260: Real Estate Brokerage** RES280: Property Management **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential job opportunities: Real Estate Agent, Real Estate Broker 87 2012 University Catalog Solar Energy CIP Code: 15.0505 ENG160: English Composition I** ENR154: Fundamentals of Weatherization & Energy Efficiency MAT110: Beginning Algebra** or MAT120: College Algebra** SOL100: Exploration of Solar Energy SOL130: Introduction to Green Building SOL 200: Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems** **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential job opportunities: Renewable Energy Specialist, Renewable Energy Technician Finance CIP Code: 52.0801 BUS105: Introduction to Business Writing BUS100: Introduction to Business BUS244: Finance for Managers FIN202: Personal Finance ISY206: Microsoft Excel MAT115: Business Problem Solving Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential job opportunities: Accounting Services, Bookkeeping Office Management CIP Code: 52.0204 BUS105: Introduction to Business Writing ISY101: Introduction to Computer Systems ISY102: MS Office Fundamentals ISY104: Microsoft Office Word MAT115: Business Problem Solving MGT105: Essentials of Management Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential job opportunities: Office Manager, Executive Assistant, Entry-level Management 88 2012 University Catalog Management CIP Code: 52.0201 BUS105: Introduction to Business Writing BUS100: Introduction to Business BUS244: Finance for Managers BUS306: Business and Society** MAT115: Business Problem Solving MGT105: Essentials of Management **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential job opportunities: Entry-level Management, Office Administration Marketing CIP Code: 52.1401 BUS105: Introduction to Business Writing COM120: Principles of Speech Communication BUS240: Principles of Business Communications** ISY105: Microsoft Office PowerPoint MAT115: Business Problem Solving MKT220: Principles of Marketing **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential job opportunities: Marketing Coordinator, entry-level Marketing positions THE BUSINESS OF HEALTHCARE Pharmacy Technician CIP Code: 51.0805 ENG160: English Composition 1** MAT110: Beginning Algebra or MAT120: College Algebra** MED183: Pharmacy Technician MED283: Pharmacy Calculations** BIO268: Introduction to Pharmacology **Course has prerequisite requirement Potential job opportunities: Pharmacy Technician 89 Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 15 2012 University Catalog Medical Administrative Assistant CIP Code: 51.0710 ENG160: English Composition 1** HIT107: Medical Terminology MED199: Medical Administrative Assisting** HIT235: Medical Office Technology** HIM208: Electronic Health Information Management **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 4 3 4 17 Potential job opportunities: Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Billing CIP Code: 51.0714 ENG160: English Composition 1** HIT107: Medical Terminology HIM228: Medical Billing and Reimbursement** HIT235: Medical Office Technology** HIM208: Electronic Health Information Management **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 4 3 4 17 Potential job opportunities: Medical Biller Medical Coding CIP Code: 51.0713 ENG160: English Composition 1** HIT107: Medical Terminology BIO106: Anatomy and Physiology** HIT260: Basic Diagnostic Coding** HIT270: Basic Procedural Coding I** HIT280: Basic Procedural Coding II** **Course has prerequisite requirement Potential job opportunities: Medical Coder 90 Semester Credits 3 3 4 3 3 3 19 2012 University Catalog COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS Computer Programming CIP Code: 11.0201 CIS105: Intro to Computer Science CIS110: Introduction to Computer Programming** CIS115: Introduction to Programming with Visual Basic** CIS210: Computer Organization** ISY101: Intro to Computer Systems MAT105: Basic College Mathematics **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential job opportunities: Computer Programmer Computer Applications CIP Code: 11.0601 ISY101: Intro to Computer Systems ISY102: MS Office Fundamentals ISY104: Microsoft Office Word ISY105: Microsoft Office PowerPoint ISY206: Microsoft Excel MAT105: Basic College Mathematics Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential job opportunities: Executive Assistant, Office Manager Web Design CIP Code: 11.0801 CIS105: Intro to Computer Science ISY301: Web Page Design I ** ISY302: Web Page Design II ** ISY332: Java Script ** ISY425: Independent Web Design Project** MAT105: Basic College Mathematics **Course has prerequisite requirement Potential job opportunities: Web Designer 91 Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 2012 University Catalog ISY315: Networking and Telecommunications** ISY325: Introduction to Database Systems ** MAT105: Basic College Mathematics MIS335: Information Systems Analysis** MIS336: Information Systems Design and Implementation** MIS340: Management Information Systems** **Course has prerequisite requirement IT Management CIP Code: 11.1099 Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential job opportunities: Entry-level IT Manager Criminal Justice All of the Criminal Justice certificates listed below can lead to lateral job changes as well as promotions. They are specializations in the field of Criminal Justice that make an employee viable and more of an asset. Corrections CIP Code: 43.0199 CRJ 302: Effective Professional Communication CRJ240: Juvenile Justice** CRJ 300: Probation and Parole CRJ305: Ethics in Criminal Justice CRJ 310: Correctional Counseling and Treatment CRJ 315: Prison and Jail Administration **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential for advancement in the Criminal Justice field: Prison Guard, Juvenile Probation, Criminal Advocate Criminal Justice CIP Code: 43.0103 CRJ 302: Effective Professional Communication CRJ100: Introduction to Justice Administration CRJ110: Introduction to Criminology CRJ120: Introduction to Law Enforcement CRJ125: The Corrections Process CRJ240: Juvenile Justice** **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential for advancement in the Criminal Justice field: Court Official, Victim Advocate, Criminal Advocate 92 2012 University Catalog Criminal Investigations CIP Code: 43.0114 CRJ 302: Effective Professional Communication CRJ105: Technology in Criminal Justice CRJ115: Police and Police Procedures CRJ120: Introduction to Law Enforcement CRJ210: Criminal Investigations CRJ215: Investigative Report Writing **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential for advancement in the Criminal Justice field: Criminal Investigator, Private Investigator Forensic Investigations CIP Code: 43.0106 CRJ 302: Effective Professional Communication CRJ320: Forensic Investigation** CRJ325: Advanced Criminal Investigations I** CRJ350: Homicide Investigations I** CRJ451: Homicide Investigation II** CRJ465: Clandestine Laboratory Investigation** **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential for advancement in the Criminal Justice field: Crime Scene Technician, Crime Lab Assistant Homeland Security CIP Code: 43.0399 CRJ 302: Effective Professional Communication CRJ105: Technology in Criminal Justice CRJ140: Introduction to Terrorism CRJ145: Introduction to Emergency Management CRJ150: Introduction to Homeland Security CRJ335: Kinesic Interviewing** **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential for advancement in the Criminal Justice field: Airport Security, Border Patrol 93 2012 University Catalog Semester Credits Introduction to Security Studies CIP Code: 43.0109 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 CRJ 302: Effective Professional Communication CRJ100: Introduction to Justice Administration CRJ135: Introduction to Private Security CRJ140: Understanding Terrorism CRJ150: Introduction to Homeland Security CRJ 210: Criminal Investigations **Course has prerequisite requirement Potential for advancement in the Criminal Justice field: Loss Prevention, Corporate Security Law Enforcement CIP Code: 43.0103 CRJ 302: Effective Professional Communication CRJ100: Introduction to Justice Administration CRJ105: Technology in Criminal Justice CRJ115: Police and Police Procedures CRJ120: Introduction to Law Enforcement CRJ200: Criminal Procedure and Criminal Evidence** **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential for advancement in the Criminal Justice field: Police Officer CRJ 302: Effective Professional Communication Law Enforcement II CRJ145: Introduction to Emergency Management CIP Code: 43.0114 CRJ305: Ethics in Criminal Justice CRJ330: Police Management** CRJ335: Kinesic Interviewing** CRJ495: Police Patrol** **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential for advancement in the Criminal Justice field: Police Officer 94 2012 University Catalog Private Security CIP Code: 43.0109 CRJ 302: Effective Professional Communication CRJ105: Technology in Criminal Justice CRJ130: Introduction to Interviewing in Criminal Justice CRJ135: Introduction to Private Security CRJ155: Introduction to Loss Prevention CRJ210: Criminal Investigations **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential for advancement in the Criminal Justice field: Loss Prevention, Corporate Security Terrorism & Security CIP Code: 43.0304 CRJ 302: Effective Professional Communication CRJ325: Advanced Criminal Investigation I** CRJ326: Advanced Criminal Investigation II** CRJ450: Homeland Security and Emergency Management CRJ 460: Investigation of Terrorism** CRJ 493: Security Systems, Procedures and Developments** **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential for advancement in the Criminal Justice field: Airport Security, Private Security, Border Patrol Understanding CRJ 302: Effective Professional Communication CRJ105: Technology in Criminal Justice Terrorism CIP Code: 43.0304 CRJ130: Introduction to Interviewing in Criminal Justice CRJ140: Understanding Terrorism CRJ145: Introduction to Emergency Management CRJ210: Criminal Investigations **Course has prerequisite requirement Semester Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18 Potential for advancement in the Criminal Justice field: Counter Terrorism Specialist, Homeland Security, Border Patrol 95 2012 University Catalog GENERAL EDUCATION General Education Degree Requirements The General Education curriculum requirements set forth by Allied American University provide degree seeking graduates with a broad educational background to accompany their specific area of study. Focusing on computer literacy in addition to five areas of study, the general education coursework is established to enhance the studentвЂ™s personal and professional life in addition to enhancing the academic program goals. Allied American UniversityвЂ™s general education requirements areas are based on the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). To satisfy the Degree General Education requirements for an associateвЂ™s degree, a student must complete the following 39 semester credits: Categories ORI 100: Allied Online Orientation for Students English Communication ISY 101: Introduction to Computer Systems Math Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning Arts and Humanities Society and Behavioral Sciences Physical and Biological Sciences Semester Credits 0 9 3 3 9 9 6 To satisfy the Degree General Education requirements for a bachelorвЂ™s degree, a student must complete a minimum of 45 semester credits: Categories ORI 100: Allied Online Orientation for Students English Communication ISY 101: Introduction to Computer Systems Math Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning Arts and Humanities Society and Behavioral Sciences Physical and Biological Sciences Semester Credits 0 9 3 3 9 9 6 Based on the area of study and degree level, specific courses are required to satisfy general education areas of study. The requirements are as follows: Associate of Science in Business Administration Requires students satisfy the Math Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning requirement with MAT 110 or a higher level math. Requires students satisfy the Society and Behavioral Sciences requirement with ECN 150, ECN 151, and one additional approved course of their choice. 96 2012 University Catalog Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Requires students satisfy the Math Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning requirement with MAT 120 or a higher level math. Students may not satisfy this requirement with successful completion of BUS 210. Requires students satisfy the Society and Behavioral Sciences requirement with ECN 150, ECN 151, BUS 306, and one additional approved course of their choice. ECN 320 and ECN 321 may not be applied towards the Society and Behavioral Sciences requirement. Associate of Science in Computer Information Systems Requires students satisfy the Math Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning requirement with MAT 130 or a higher level math. Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems Requires students satisfy the Math Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning requirement with MAT 130 or a higher level math. Courses ORI 100: ISY 101: GENERAL EDUCATION Allied Orientation for Students Introduction to Computer Systems Semester Credit 0 3 English Communication ENG 160: English Composition I** ENG 170: English Composition II** COM 120: Principles of Speech Communications 3 3 3 Math Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning BUS 210: Business Statistics I** MAT 105: Basic College Mathematics MAT 110: Beginning Algebra** MAT 115: Business Problem Solving MAT 120: College Algebra** MAT 130: Beginning Statistics** 3 3 3 3 3 3 Arts and Humanities ART 100: Introduction to Art History ENG 200: Introduction to Literature I ENG 205: Introduction to Literature II FLM 100: Introduction to Film History HIS 125: World Civilization I HIS 225: World Civilization II PHI 107: Introduction to Ethics 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 97 2012 University Catalog Society and Behavioral Sciences ANT 202: Introduction to Anthropology BUS 306: Business and Society** ECN 150: Introduction to Microeconomics ECN 151: Introduction to Macroeconomics ECN 313: Independent Research in Economics ECN 320: Microeconomics** ECN 321: Macroeconomics** GEO 207: Global Geography GEO 313: Independent Research in Geography PSY 140: Introduction to Psychology PSY 313: Independent Research in Psychology SOC 135: Introduction to Sociology SOC 250: Society and Technology SOC 313: Independent Research in Sociology 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Physical and Biological Science BIO 106: Anatomy and Physiology BIO 130: Fundamentals of Biology BIO 330: Principles of Ecology BIO 345: Marine Biology** BIO 268: Introduction to Pharmacology CHM 101: General Chemistry I CHM 105: General Chemistry II CHM 313: Independent Research in Chemistry CHM 365: Society and Chemistry** ENR 154: Fundamentals of Weatherization & Energy Efficiency HIT 107: Medical Terminology OCN 320: Oceanography** SCI 110: Environmental Science SOL 130: Introduction to Green Building SOL 200: Introduction to Photovoltaics** SOL 210: Photovoltaic Installation** 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 **Course has prerequisite requirement. 98 2012 University Catalog Degree Programs Course offerings and course codes are subject to change. Allied American University offers eight degree programs: в€ј Associate of Science in Business Administration в€ј Bachelor of Science in Business Administration в€ј Associate of Science in Computer Information Systems в€ј Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems в€ј Associate of Science in Criminal Justice в€ј Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice в€ј Associate of Arts in General Studies в€ј Bachelor of Arts in General Studies All first-time AAU students are required to enroll in and complete the Allied Online Orientation course. This is shown as the first course in all Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degree plans below and not shown in the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree plans below. Programs may require prerequisites prior to admission. Recommendations by professional organizations provide guidance on appropriate prerequisites. Academic Standard Definitions Students enrolled in a degree program have selected a major in virtue of that degree program. Within a major field of study, degree programs may offer concentrations. Students may also elect to pursue a minor field of study. Major A major is a program of study offering both depth and breadth in a particular discipline or field of study. The requirements and the curriculum for a major are determined by the degree program offering the major with the appropriate approvals of the Office of Academic Affairs. A major must comprise a minimum of 30 semester credits. Concentration A major may offer concentrations, which are areas of specialization within the field of study. If offered, the degree program may determine if a concentration is an optional or required component of the major. Generally, students complete a portion of the core major requirements and then select focused courses to complete the concentration. A concentration must include a minimum of 15 semester credits of specialized coursework. Minor A minor is a program of study, with less depth than a major. It may be completed to complement a major. A minor has a minimum of 15 semester credits and a maximum of 24 semester credits. The requirements and the curriculum for a minor are determined with the appropriate approval of the Office of Academic Affairs. A minor is an elective choiceвЂ”a student is not required to complete one as part of the requirements for a major. 99 2012 University Catalog There will be a notation on the first transcript that will identify the major and, if appropriate, the concentration and/or minor completed by the graduate. Degree Program Major, Concentrations Listed below are the majors and concentrations available. Students may elect to pursue a minor area of study outside of the degree area. Students interested in a minor area of study should work with their Program Success Advocates. Business Administration в€ј Real Estate General Studies в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј в€ј Business Computer Information Systems Criminal Justice Real Estate Solar Energy 100 2012 University Catalog Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration (CIP Code: 52.0201) Program Description The purpose of the Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration is to prepare students for entry-level positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations. The program is designed for students who seek to possess a complete framework in basic business concepts and skills in order to contribute and create solutions for contemporary business problems. Upon successful completion of general education and specific program courses, students will possess the knowledge and skills to apply management, marketing, and accounting concepts to improve operational performance and aid in decision making skills. Program Objectives 1. Demonstrate analytical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills applicable to realworld, global problems. 2. Demonstrate a foundation of business knowledge and technical skills that supports and facilitates lifelong professional development and lifelong learning. 3. Use critical thinking and creative and logical analysis strategies and techniques to solve complex business problems. 4. Implement and apply current technology to business activities, systems and processes. 5. Apply sound management principles to the functions of planning, organizing, ethical leadership, and controlling to business operations. 6. Apply strong verbal and written communication skills to research, evaluation, and presentation in appropriate business situations. 101 2012 University Catalog Associate of Science in Business Administration Degree Map Code # Term Zero: Orientation Courses ORI 100 Allied Online Orientation 0 Code # Term 1 Courses Credits ENG 160 English Composition I ** 3 MGT 105 Essentials of Management 3 Code # Term 2 Courses Credits ENG 170 English Composition II** 3 MAT 120 College Algebra** 3 # Term 3 Courses Credits Physical or Biological Science (1 of 2) 3 Code SCI Credits ISY 101 Introduction to Computer Systems 3 Code # Term 4 Courses Credits ECN 150 Introduction to Macroeconomics (Lower Lev Business 1 of 2) 3 Arts/Humanities Elective (1 of 3) 3 GE 102 2012 University Catalog Code COM # 120 GE Term 5 Courses Principles of Speech Communication Credits 3 Arts/Humanities Elective (2 of 3) 3 Code # Term 6 Courses Credits ACC 225 Accounting I** 3 ECN 151 Introduction to Microeconomics (Lower Lev Business 2 of 2) 3 Code # Term 7 Courses Credits ACC 227 Accounting II** 3 PSY 140 Introduction to Psychology (1 of 3 Behavioral/Soc Science Elective) 3 Code # Term 8 Courses Credits FIN 202 Personal Finance 3 SOC 135 Introduction to Sociology (1 of 4 Behavioral/Soc Science Elective) 3 Code # Term 9 Courses Credits GE Arts/Humanities Elective (3 of 3) 3 SCI Physical or Biological Science (2 of 2) 3 Code Term 10 Courses Credits Behavioral/Social Science Elective (3 of 3) 3 Principles of Marketing 3 # ELEC MKT 220 **Course has prerequisite requirement. Total Credits: 60 103 2012 University Catalog Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration (CIP Code: 52.0201) Program Description The purpose of the Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration is to prepare students for entry-level management positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations. The program provides the foundational background for students seeking to possess a high level of knowledge from a broad base of business concepts to create solutions to contemporary business problems. Students will possess the critical knowledge and skills needed to integrate management, marketing, accounting, and finance concepts to develop strategies to improve short, medium, and long-term organizational performance. Program Objectives 1. Apply advanced verbal and written communication skills to research, evaluation, and presentation in appropriate business situations. 2. Use critical thinking and creative and logical analysis strategies and techniques to solve complex business problems. 3. Demonstrate the ability to solve global problems using analytical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills. 4. Apply technology and other resources to remain current in the student's chosen business field. 5. Make effective business decisions using appropriate analytical and critical thinking processes. 6. Identify, analyze, and address legal and/or ethical issues that arise in business practices and institutions. 7. Demonstrate effective written communication skills in a business environment. 8. Demonstrate a mastery of business knowledge and technical skills that support and facilitate lifelong professional development and lifelong learning. 9. Interpret and analyze quantitative information and draw conclusions for application in business. 104 2012 University Catalog Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Degree Map Code # Term Zero: Orientation Courses ORI 100 Allied Online Orientation 0 Code # Term 1 Courses Credits ENG 160 English Composition I** 3 MGT 105 Essentials of Management 3 Code # Term 2 Courses Credits ENG 170 English Composition II** 3 MAT 120 College Algebra** 3 # Term 3 Courses Credits Arts/Humanities Elective (1 of 3) 3 Code GE Credits ISY 101 Introduction to Computer Systems 3 Code # Term 4 Courses Credits ECN 150 Introduction to Macroeconomics (Lower Lev Business 1 of 2) 3 Physical or Biological Science (1 of 3) 3 SCI Code # Term 5 Courses Credits ECN 151 Introduction to Microeconomics (Lower Lev Business 2 of 2) 3 COM 120 Principles of Speech Communication 3 105 2012 University Catalog Code # Term 6 Courses ACC 225 Accounting I** 3 MKT 220 Principles of Marketing 3 Code # Term 7 Courses Credits ACC 227 Accounting II** 3 ELEC Lower Level Free Elective (1 of 3) 3 Code # Term 8 Courses Credits SOC 135 Introduction to Sociology (1 of 4 Behavioral/Soc Science Elective) 3 PSY 140 Introduction to Psychology (2 of 4 Behavioral/Soc Science Elective) 3 Code # Term 9 Courses Credits Arts/Humanities Elective (2 of 3) 3 GE Credits BUS 230 Principles of Business Law 3 Code # Term 10 Courses Credits Lower Level Free Elective (2 of 3) 3 210 Business Statistics I ** 3 # Term 11 Courses Credits GE Arts/Humanities Elective (3 of 3) 3 ELEC Behavioral/Social Science Elective (3 of 4) 3 ELEC BUS Code 106 2012 University Catalog Term 12 Courses Credits Physical or Biological Science 3 305 Quality Management** 3 Code SCI # Term 13 Courses Physical or Biological Science Credits 3 BUS 305 Business Research and Communication 3 Code # Term 14 Courses Credits ECN 320 Macroeconomics** 3 Lower Level Free Elective (3 of 3) 3 Code # SCI MGT ELEC Code # Term 15 Courses Credits ECN 321 Microeconomics** 3 BUS 354 Ethical Decision Making for Business 3 Code # Term 16 Courses Credits BUS 364 Organizational Behavior 3 Behavioral/Social Science Elective (4 of 4) 3 ELEC Code # Term 17 Courses Credits FIN 202 Personal Finance 3 Upper Level Free Elective (1 of 3) 3 ELEC 107 2012 University Catalog Code # Term 18 Courses Credits FIN 335 Financial Management and Analysis I** 3 MGT 320 Leadership in Organizations** 3 # Term 19 Courses Credits Upper Division Free Elective (2 of 3) 3 Code ELEC MGT 494 Strategic Management** 3 Code # Term 20 Courses Credits MGT 499 Senior Capstone** 3 Upper Division Free Elective (3 of 3) 3 ELEC **Course has prerequisite requirement. Total Credits: 120 108 2012 University Catalog Associate of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems (CIP Code: 11.0101) Program Description The purpose of the Associate of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems is to prepare students for entry-level positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations. The program is designed for students seeking to possess a complete framework in basic computer and information management concepts and skills in order to contribute to creating solutions for contemporary problems in computer science and information management. Upon successful completion of general education and specific program courses, students will possess the knowledge and skills needed to apply programming, databases, and internet skills. Program Objectives 1. Utilize mathematical and quantitative methods to solve computer and information systems problems. 2. Employ effective written communication skills when creating technical documentation materials. 3. Employ effective written communication skills in a computer and information systems environment. 4. Analyze the importance of ethical behavior when using computer and information systems. 5. Apply analytical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills to solve real-world problems. 6. Demonstrate knowledge of common research techniques for investigating solutions for computer and information systems problems. 7. Choose critical thinking, creativity, and logical analytical strategies and techniques to solve complex computer and information systems problems. 8. Explain the implications of cultural diversity and globalization when developing computer and information systems projects. 9. Discuss sound computer and information systems principles as they apply to planning, organizing, coordinating and implementing computer information systems. Special Attention to Associate of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems The Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) provides guidance for the Computer Information Systems program. According to the ACM, students are expected, as a prerequisite, to have a basic proficiency in the fundamental tools of personal computing such as email, web browsing, spreadsheets, word processing, desktop database management systems, presentation graphics, and external database retrieval tools. 109 2012 University Catalog Associate of Science in Computer Information Systems Degree Map Code # Term Zero: Orientation Courses Credits ORI 100 Allied Online Orientation 0 Code # Term 1 Courses Credits ENG 160 English Composition I** 3 ISY 101 Introduction to Computer Systems 3 Code # Term 2 Courses Credits CIS 105 Introduction to Computer Science 3 MAT 130 Beginning Statistics** 3 Code # Term 3 Courses Credits CIS 110 Introduction to Computer Programming** 3 ENG 170 English Composition II** 3 Code # Term 4 Courses Credits CIS ISY 115 205 Introduction to Programming with Visual Basic** or Microsoft Access** 3 Arts/Humanities Elective 3 GE 110 2012 University Catalog Code # Term 5 Courses Credits PHI 107 Introduction to Ethics 3 CIS 201 Discrete Mathematics** 3 Code # Term 6 Courses Credits CIS 210 Computer Organization** 3 COM 120 Principles of Speech Communication 3 Code # Term 7 Courses Credits CIS 211 Data Structures I** 3 Behavioral/Social Science Elective 3 Term 8 Courses Credits Data Structures II** 3 Arts/Humanities Elective 3 Term 9 Courses Credits GE Physical or Biological Science Elective 3 GE Behavioral/Social Science Elective (100-200 Level) 3 Code # Term 10 Courses Credits SOC 250 Society and Technology 3 Physical or Biological Science Elective 3 GE Code CIS # 221 GE Code GE # **Course has prerequisite requirement. Total Credits: 60 111 2012 University Catalog Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems (CIP Code: 11.0101) Program Description The purpose of the Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems is to prepare students for entry-level computer science positions in business, industry, and nonprofit organizations. The program provides the foundational background for students seeking to possess a high-level of knowledge from a broad base of computer and information science concepts and skills to create solutions to contemporary problems in computer science and information management. Students will possess the critical and current knowledge and skills needed to integrate software engineering, programming, database development, Internet, and information management. Program Objectives 1. Demonstrate mastery of computer and information systems knowledge, theories and application of technical skills that support and facilitate lifelong professional development. 2. Demonstrate effective written communication skills when creating technical documentation materials. 3. Appraise ethical behavior for computer resource utilization within an organization 4. Support awareness of cultural diversity when implementing, designing or recommending computer and information systems projects. 5. Compare and contrast new and current technologies and advancement through the selection of appropriate research techniques. 6. Develop multi-disciplinary skills involving analytical, critical thinking and interpersonal communication to solve real-world problems. 7. Appraise sound computer and information systems principles as they apply to planning, organizing, coordinating and implementing computer information systems. 8. Evaluate information possessd or generated from computer and information systems to support organizational decisions using analytical and critical thinking processes. 9. Demonstrate critical thinking, creativity, and logical analytical strategies and techniques to solve complex computer and information systems problems. 112 2012 University Catalog Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems Degree Map Code # Term Zero: Orientation Courses Credits ORI 100 Allied Online Orientation 0 Code # Term 1 Courses Credits ENG 160 English Composition I** 3 ISY 101 Introduction to Computer Systems 3 Code # Term 2 Courses Credits CIS 105 Introduction to Computer Science 3 MAT 130 Beginning Statistics** 3 Code # Term 3 Courses Credits CIS 110 Introduction to Computer Programming** 3 ENG 170 English Composition II** 3 Code # Term 4 Courses Credits CIS ISY 115 205 Introduction to Programming with Visual Basic** or Microsoft Access** 3 Arts/Humanities Elective 3 GE 113 2012 University Catalog Code # Term 5 Courses Credits PHI 107 Introduction to Ethics 3 CIS 201 Discrete Mathematics** 3 Code # Term 6 Courses Credits CIS 210 Computer Organization** 3 COM 120 Principles of Speech Communication 3 Code # Term 7 Courses Credits CIS 211 Data Structures I** 3 Behavioral/Social Science Elective 3 Term 8 Courses Credits Undistributed (Free) Elective (100-200 Level) 3 GE Code # ELEC CIS 215 Programming Language Concepts 3 Code # Term 9 Courses Credits CIS 221 Data Structures II** 3 GE Behavioral/Social Science Elective (100-200 Level) ** 3 Code # Term 10 Courses Credits CIS 330 Algorithm Design and Analysis** 3 Undistributed (Free) Elective (100-200 Level) 3 ELEC 114 2012 University Catalog Code # Term 11 Courses CIS 410 Computer Architecture** 3 Society and Technology 3 Credits SOC 250 Code # Term 12 Courses Credits ENG 310 Technical Writing** 3 Undistributed (Free) Elective (300-400 Level) 3 ELEC Code # Term 13 Courses Credits ISY 301 Web Page Design I** 3 ELEC Undistributed (Free) Elective (300-400 Level) 3 Code # Term 14 Courses Credits ISY 302 Web Page Design II** 3 ELEC Undistributed (Free) Elective (300-400 Level) 3 Code # Term 15 Courses Credits ISY 315 Networking and Telecommunications** 3 Behavioral/Social Science Elective (300-400 Level) 3 GE Code # Term 16 Courses Credits ISY 325 Introduction to Database Systems** 3 Physical or Biological Science Elective 3 GE 115 2012 University Catalog Code # Term 17 Courses ISY 375 Advanced Database Systems** 3 Physical or Biological Science Elective 3 Term 18 Courses Credits Arts/Humanities Elective 3 GE Code # GE Credits ISY 410 TCP/IP Networking** 3 Code # Term 19 Courses Credits PHI 320 Computer Ethics 3 Arts/Humanities Elective 3 Term 20 Courses Credits Physical or Biological Science Elective (300-400 Level) 3 Senior Capstone** 3 GE Code # GE ISY 499 Total Credits: 120 **Course has prerequisite requirement. 116 2012 University Catalog Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice (CIP Code: 43.0103) Program Description The purpose of the Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice is to prepare students for entry-level positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations, or to upgrade their present status in branches of law enforcement or in federal, state, local, and private agencies. The program is designed for students who seek to possess a complete framework in basic criminal justice concepts and skills in order to create solutions for contemporary problems in criminal justice and administration. Upon successful completion of the program, students will possess the knowledge and skills needed to apply criminology, administration, criminal investigations, procedures, and evidence. Program Objectives 1. Develop analytical, critical thinking and interpersonal skills applicable to realworld, global problems 2. Demonstrate a foundational knowledge of criminal justice and technical skills that support and facilitate lifelong professional development and lifelong learning 3. Use critical thinking, creative and logical analysis, strategies and techniques to solve complex problems in criminal justice. 4. Implement and apply current technology to criminal justice activities, systems and processes 5. Apply sound criminal justice principles to the functions of planning, organization, ethical leadership, and controlling to operations 6. Apply strong verbal and written communication skills to research, evaluate, and present information in appropriate community and interdepartmental communication 117 2012 University Catalog Associate of Science in Criminal Justice Degree Map Code # Term Zero: Orientation Courses ORI 100 Allied Online Orientation 0 Code # Term 1 Courses Credits ENG 160 English Composition I** 3 CRJ 100 Introduction to Justice Administration 3 Code # Term 2 Courses Credits ISY 101 Introduction to Computer Systems 3 CRJ 110 Introduction to Criminology 3 Code # Term 3 Courses Credits Mat 120 College Algebra** 3 ENG 170 English Composition II** 3 Code # Term 4 Courses Credits CRJ 120 Introduction to Law Enforcement 3 Arts/Humanities Elective 3 GE 118 Credits 2012 University Catalog Code # Term 5 Courses PHI 107 Introduction to Ethics 3 CRJ 200 Criminal Procedure and Criminal Evidence** 3 Code # Term 6 Courses Credits CRJ 210 Criminal Investigation 3 COM 120 Principles of Speech Communication 3 Code # Term 7 Courses Credits Arts and Humanities Elective ( Lower Level) 3 Introduction to Sociology 3 Term 8 Courses Credits CRJ Elective Lower Level 3 GE Arts/Humanities Elective 3 Code Term 9 Courses Credits Physical Science Elective (Lower Level) 3 Introduction to Psychology 3 GE SOC Code 135 # # SCI Credits PSY 140 Code # Term 10 Courses Credits SOC 250 Society and Technology 3 Biological Science Elective (Lower Level) 3 SCI **Course has prerequisite requirement Total Credits: 60 119 2012 University Catalog Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice (CIP Code: 43.0103) Program Description The purpose of the Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice is to prepare students for entry-level criminal justice positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations. The program provides the foundational background for students seeking to possess a highlevel of knowledge from a broad base of criminal justice concepts and skills to create solutions to contemporary problems in criminal justice. Students will possess the critical and current knowledge and skills needed to integrate administration, laws, procedures of investigation and evidence, and organizational law enforcement management. Program Objectives 1. Apply advanced verbal and written communication skills to research, evaluations, and presentations in appropriate criminal justice situations 2. Implement and apply current technology to criminal justice investigative and apprehension activities, systems and processes 3. Use critical thinking, creative and logical analysis, strategies and techniques to solve complex problems within the criminal justice system. 4. Apply technology and other resources to remain current in the student's chosen field within criminal justice 5. Make effective decisions using appropriate analytical and critical thinking processes that reflects a global perspective in comparative criminal justice 6. Identify, analyze, and address legal and/or ethical issues that arise in criminal justice practices and institutions 7. Demonstrate effective written communication skills in a criminal justice environment 8. Demonstrate a mastery of integrated knowledge and technical skills that support and facilitate lifelong professional development and lifelong learning within the discipline of law and justice 9. Demonstrate a foundational knowledge of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, the correctional process, the judicial system, and the technical skills that support and facilitate lifelong learning 120 2012 University Catalog Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Degree Map Code # Term Zero: Orientation Courses ORI 100 Allied Online Orientation 0 Code # Term 1 Courses Credits ENG 160 English Composition I** 3 CRJ 100 Introduction to Justice Administration 3 Code # Term 2 Courses Credits ISY 101 Introduction to Computer Systems 3 CRJ 110 Introduction to Criminology 3 Code # Term 3 Courses Credits SOC 135 Introduction to Sociology 3 ENG 170 English Composition II** 3 Code # Term 4 Courses Credits CRJ 120 Introduction to Law Enforcement 3 Fundamentals of Biology 3 BIO 130 121 Credits 2012 University Catalog Code # Term 5 Courses Credits PHI 107 Introduction to Ethics 3 MAT 120 College Algebra** 3 Code # Term 6 Courses Credits CRJ 210 Criminal Investigation 3 COM 120 Principles of Speech Communication 3 Code # Term 7 Courses Credits CRJ 240 Juvenile Justice** 3 Introduction to Psychology 3 Term 8 Courses Credits Criminal Procedure and Criminal Evidence** CRJ PSY Code CRJ 140 # 200 CRJ 270 Police Management** 3 Code # Term 9 Courses Credits CRJ 301 Criminal Law** 3 Behavioral/Social Science Elective 3 GE Code # Term 10 Courses Credits SOC 250 Society and Technology 3 Science Elective 3 SCI 122 2012 University Catalog Code # Term 11 Courses SOC 280 Research Methods for the Social Sciences (In Development) 3 Behavioral/Social Science Elective (300-400 Level) 3 GE Credits Code # Term 12 Courses Credits CRJ 302 Effective Professional Communication 3 Arts and Humanity Elective 3 AH Code # Term 13 Courses Credits CRJ 325 Advanced Criminal Investigation** 3 AH 326 Arts and Humanities Elective 3 Code # Term 14 Courses Credits CRJ 335 Kinesic Interviewing** 3 GE Social and Behavioral Science Elective 3 Code # Term 15 Courses Credits CRJ 460 Investigation of Terrorism** 3 Ethics in Criminal Justice 3 CRJ 305 Code # Term 16 Courses Credits CRJ 320 Forensic Investigation** 3 Science/Computer Science Elective (300-400 Level) 3 GE 123 2012 University Catalog Term 17 Courses Credits GE Arts and Humanities Elective 3 GE Undistributed Free Elective 3 Code Code # # ELEC Term 18 Courses Credits Undistributed (Free) Elective (300-400 Level) 3 Behavioral and Social Science Elective 3 Code # Term 19 Courses Credits CRJ 480 Investigation of Computer Crime** 3 ELEC Undistributed (Free) Elective (300-400 Level) 3 Code Term 20 Courses Credits Undistributed (Free) Elective (300-400 Level) 3 Senior Capstone** 3 # ELEC CRJ 499 **Course has prerequisite requirement. Total Credits: 120 124 2012 University Catalog Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies (CIP Code: 24.0102) Program Description The purpose of the Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies is to prepare students for entry-level positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations depending on the concentrations selected. The program provides a liberal arts education and allows students to individually tailor their program to combine a core set of general education courses with an emphasis on courses in a career-related areas. Program Objectives 1. Develop analytical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills applicable to real-world problems 2. Demonstrate a foundation in liberal arts through specific knowledge and technical skills that supports and facilitates lifelong professional development 3. Use critical thinking, creative and logical analysis, strategies, and techniques to solve complex individual and social problems 4. Implement and apply current technical solutions to individual and social activities, systems, and processes 5. Apply sound general principles to the functions of planning, organizing, coordinating, and decision making to individual and social operations Special Attention to Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies Students interested in an Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies should note the following special features of this degree plan. The Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies without a concentration includes 60 semester credits with 39 semester credits in the general education curriculum and 21 semester credits as electives. If students chose to declare a concentration, then 39 semester credits are in general education, 15 semester credits are in a concentration, and 6 semester credits as electives. 125 2012 University Catalog Associate of Arts in General Studies without a Concentration GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES ORI 100: Allied Online Orientation for Students English Communication ISY 101: Introduction to Computer Systems Math Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning Arts and Humanities Society and Behavioral Sciences Physical and Biological Sciences Total General Education Credits Required ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS COURSES Undistributed Electives (Lower Division) Total Elective Credits Required Total Degree Credits Required 126 SEMESTER CREDITS 0 9 3 3 9 9 6 39 SEMESTER CREDITS 21 21 60 2012 University Catalog Associate of Arts in General Studies with a Concentration GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES ORI 100: Allied Online Orientation for Students English Communication ISY 101: Introduction to Computer Systems Math Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning Arts and Humanities Society and Behavioral Sciences Physical and Biological Sciences Total General Education Credits Required ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS SEMESTER CREDITS 0 9 3 3 9 9 6 39 COURSES Undistributed Electives (Lower Division) Total Elective Credits Required SEMESTER CREDITS 6 6 MAJOR REQUIREMENTS COURSES Concentration Electives (Lower Division) Total Concentration Credits Required Total Degree Credits Required SEMESTER CREDITS 15 15 60 *NOTE: Concentration options to choose from: Business Administration (ACC, BUS, ECN, FIN, MGT, or MKT Courses), Computer Information Systems (CIS, ISY, or MIS courses), Criminal Justice (CRJ course), Real Estate (RES course), Solar Energy (ENR, SOL courses) 127 2012 University Catalog Bachelor of Arts Degree in General Studies Program Description (CIP Code: 24.0102) The purpose of the Bachelor of Arts Degree in General Studies is to prepare students for entry-level positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations. The program allows students to individually tailor their program to combine a substantial core set of general education courses with an emphasis on courses in career-related areas. Students may design an undergraduate program that can more readily meet their career and personal-development goals. Students will learn concepts and skills from a broad base of career-related areas to create solutions to contemporary problems. Students will possess the critical skills needed to integrate and complement their individual interests, abilities, and intellectual and practical concerns. Program Objectives 1. Analyze social, economic, and political influences on personal and social behavior 2. Identify the structures in organizations that interact in social and professional environments 3. Differentiate the roles and tasks of leaders and professionals in a variety of disciplines and fields 4. Use technology and other resources to remain current in the studentвЂ™s chosen field of personal and professional interest 5. Make effective personal and professional decisions using appropriate analytical and critical thinking processes 6. Identify and analyze legal and/or ethical issues that arise in individual and social practices and institutions 7. Demonstrate effective writing skills in professional environments Special Attention to Bachelor of Arts Degree in General Studies The Bachelor of Arts Degree in General Studies builds on the associate degree level. Students interested in a Bachelor of Arts Degree in General Studies should note the following special features of this degree plan. A student may get a Bachelor of Arts Degree in General Studies without a concentration or with a concentration. The Bachelor of Arts Degree in General Studies without a concentration curriculum includes 120 semester credits with 45 semester credits from general education and 75 semester credits from electives. The Bachelor of Arts Degree in General Studies with a concentration curriculum includes 120 semester credits with 27 semester credits in a major concentration, 45 semester credits from general education, and 48 semester credits from electives. 128 2012 University Catalog Bachelor of Arts in General Studies without a Concentration GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES ORI 100: Allied Online Orientation for Students English Communication ISY 101: Introduction to Computer Systems Math Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning Arts and Humanities Society and Behavioral Sciences Physical and Biological Sciences Total General Education Credits Required ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS COURSES Undistributed Electives (Lower Division) Undistributed Electives (Upper Division) Total Elective Credits Required Total Degree Credits Required 129 SEMESTER CREDITS 0 9 3 3 9 12 9 45 SEMESTER CREDITS 42 33 75 120 2012 University Catalog Bachelor of Arts in General Studies with a Concentration GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES ORI 100: Allied Online Orientation for Students English Communication ISY 101: Introduction to Computer Systems Math Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning Arts and Humanities Society and Behavioral Sciences Physical and Biological Sciences Total General Education Credits Required ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS SEMESTER CREDITS 0 9 3 3 9 12 9 45 COURSES Undistributed Electives (Lower Division) Undistributed Electives (Upper Division) Total Elective Credits Required SEMESTER CREDITS 27 21 48 MAJOR REQUIREMENTS COURSES Concentration Electives (Lower Division) Concentration Electives (Upper Division) Total Concentration Credits Required Total Degree Credits Required SEMESTER CREDITS 15 12 27 120 *NOTE: Concentration options to choose from: Business Administration (ACC, BUS, ECN, FIN, MGT, or MKT Courses), Computer Information Systems (CIS, ISY or MIS courses), Criminal Justice (CRJ course) 130 2012 University Catalog Undergraduate Course Descriptions ACC101: Introduction to Accounting 3 Semester Credits This course introduces students to the basic concepts of accounting, including the effects of transactions on financial statements, accounting for professional and merchandising operations, payroll accounting, and accounting controls. Prerequisite: MAT105 or MAT110 or MAT115 or MAT120 or MAT130 ACC105: Managerial Accounting 3 Semester Credits This course examines the principles and procedures for developing accounting information for managerial decision-making, including product costing, cost-volume-profit analysis, and pricing and expenditure procedures. Prerequisite: ACC101 ACC225: Principles of Accounting I 3 Semester Credits This course provides a strong foundation in accounting principles. It introduces the critical role of accounting in business and answers the need for business students to understand the essentials of accounting: the basic accounting problem, various accounting issues and concepts, and related practical applications. Prerequisite: MAT110 or MAT120 or MAT130 ACC227: Principles of Accounting II 3 Semester Credits This course is a continuation of Accounting I and builds on the foundation in accounting by introducing the managerial aspects of accounting. This course explores the critical role of management accounting in managing a business, and it answers the need for business students to understand the essentials of the subject: costing, management operations, reporting of assets, debt financing, and stocks and bonds. Prerequisite: ACC225 ANT202: Introduction to Anthropology 3 Semester Credits This foundational course examines the core perspectives, concepts, and methods of cultural anthropology. It presents the uniqueness of the anthropological approach to the study of humans as well as practical applications of anthropology to our lives. The course incorporates the holistic nature of anthropology and emphasizes the scientific approach. ANT313: Independent Research in Anthropology 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in anthropology that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. ART100: Introduction to Art History 3 Semester Credits This course is an entry-level survey of art history that begins with primitive cave paintings from Lascaux, France and progresses to 20th Century art from around the world. It covers a variety of artistic movements ranging from Classic Greek, Baroque, Rococo, and the Impressionists. 131 2012 University Catalog BIO106: Anatomy and Physiology 4 Semester Credits This course will prepare students for the specificity required to interpret medical language while studying the human body. Students will possess an in-depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and laboratory medicine. The student will learn how to identify, pronounce, spell, locate, and understand anatomical terminology to describe the structure and function of the body, the major organ systems, and the relations of one part to another. The nature of disease processes including signs, symptoms, and etiology will be presented in detail for each organ system. Interventional treatment modalities have been linked accordingly in addition to clinical applications, research issues and trends, and related issues about health and well-being. Prerequisite: HIT107 BIO130: Fundamentals of Biology 3 Semester Credits This course introduces the essential principles of biology and the structure of biological systems. BIO268: Introduction to Pharmacology 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach the basics of pharmacology. Students will learn to differentiate among drug classifications, terminology, spelling conventions, pronunciations, including a thorough review of mathematics and dosage calculations. Clinical implications and contraindications are reviewed for each body system. Special considerations are also discussed in detail for children, pregnant and nursing women, the aging patient population, end-of-life care, substance abuse, and herbal or alternative drug/herb interactions. BIO313: Independent Research in Biology 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in Biology that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. BIO330: Principles of Ecology 3 Semester Credits This course explores the fundamental principles of ecosystem processes, community, and ecosystem development, and species adaptation and diversity. BIO345: Marine Biology 3 Semester Credits This course is designed for non-biology majors who have a basic biology background and an interest in biology and the marine environment. This course will review the basic tenets of biology, as well as introduce you to the diversity of life in the ocean, as well as their ecosystems and habitats. Prerequisite: BIO130 BUS100: Introduction to Business 3 Semester Credits This course is a broad survey of fundamental business concepts, such as management, marketing, human resources, and financial management and policy. General principles of business ethics and business law are also discussed. This course introduces students to the business and commercial world, while it lays the foundation for their meaningful participation in more advanced classes. 132 2012 University Catalog BUS105: Introduction to Business Writing 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach the basics of business writing. Topics include the different types of dictionaries and what is and is not included in these dictionaries. Basic grammar, style, and writing skills will be reviewed. This course will begin with a background lesson on parts of speech and sentence structures and then will progress into more specific areas, such as nouns, verbs, modifiers, punctuation, capitalization, and numbers. BUS210: Business Statistics I 3 Semester Credits This course introduces the role of statistics in business research and decision-making and lays the foundations of statistical analysis. Students will learn about distributions, measures of location and dispersion, probability, the normal probability distribution, sampling and testing methods, and decision analysis. Prerequisite: MAT115 or MAT120 or MAT130 BUS230: Principles of Business Law I 3 Semester Credits This course examines basic legal principles and issues that concern business. It includes an overview of contracts, the uniform commercial code, and bankruptcy law. BUS240: Principles of Business Communications 3 Semester Credits This course focuses on the principles of communication as specifically applied in the business environment. It equips students with written and oral communication skills necessary for success in contemporary business organizations. It offers the proper use of communication tools to promote business goals. Amid todayвЂ™s advancing technology, emails, instant messages, websites, and blogs are fast becoming part the communicatorвЂ™s kit in addition to printed documents. Prerequisites: ENG160 or BUS105 BUS244: Finance for Managers 3 Semester Credits This is a survey course designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the bedrock principles of corporate finance. The subject of financial management is comprised of many concepts as well as a number of analytical methods and tools. This course prepares students to understand and to be able to apply financial management principles and concepts. BUS305: Business Research and Communications 3 Semester Credits This course examines real-world business communication issues such as ethics, cultural diversity, technology, teamwork, law, audience-centered messages, and the writing process. It teaches techniques, strategies, and writing forms used in the professional world in order to achieve business goals and provides an understanding of business research. BUS306: Business and Society 3 Semester Credits This course examines the role of business in society. The broad social, ethical, political, environmental, and technological themes and trends are addressed along with their effects on business operations. This course also addresses a complex agenda of contemporary issues and their impact on business and its stakeholders. Prerequisite: MGT105 133 2012 University Catalog BUS311: Business Statistics II 3 Semester Credits This course presents the nature, process and methods of business research and the proper application of statistics within the process. It covers advanced topics in the statistical analysis of business operations and describes the application of statistical procedures for the purposes of forecasting, quality control and decision-making. Prerequisite: BUS210 BUS313: Independent Research in Business 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in Business or related business core courses that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. BUS331: Principles of Business Law II 3 Semester Credits This course extends coverage of business-related legal principles with emphasis on the different business relationships and the legal structures that support them. These relationships include employer-employee, agency, property relationships, bailments, insurance, and lender-borrower interactions. Prerequisite: BUS230 BUS350: Quantitative Methods 3 Semester Credits This course provides the information managers need to have to make informed decisions. Students will learn a basic understanding of statistics and how to properly present and describe information, draw conclusions, improve processes, and obtain reliable forecasts. The primary objective of the course is to provide the manager with tools and techniques that will enable him to participate in informed decision making. Prerequisite: MAT130 BUS354: Ethical Decision Making for Business 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to acquaint students with the unique challenges of resolving ethical dilemmas and making ethical decisions in today's complex business organizations. This course relies upon applying the perspective of the stakeholder and value-based management approach to situations that involve groups and individuals who often have competing demands and interpretations of a problem, crisis, or opportunity. BUS364: Organizational Behavior 3 Semester Credits This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the use of theory and research in organizational behavior. It is designed to introduce the student to real-world examples of situations and challenges that managers have faced in dealing with organizational behavior, particularly with today's global marketplace and the extensive use of Internet technologies. Managers of companies competing in this expanding global arena need current and relevant skills to handle the organizational issues associated with the global workforce. 134 2012 University Catalog BUS384: Entrepreneurship 3 Semester Credits This is an introductory course that provides students with a solid understanding of the vital role played by entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship in the 21st Century global economy. Students will assess, explore, critique, and analyze the phenomenon of entrepreneurship. The course will focus on the creation of new ventures, the ways that they come into being, and factors associated with their success. BUS395: International Business 3 Semester Credits This course presents the impact of international business on countries, corporations, and individuals. In-depth attention is paid to the role of culture, policies and politics. Theoretical foundations, market entry, strategy, and operations in international business are highlighted. The dimensions of ethics, social responsibility, and diversity are fully reflected through examples and case studies. A research component provides an opportunity to increase your knowledge and application of matters relative to the international business environment. BUS474: Project Management 3 Semester Credits This course investigates the use of projects to accomplish goals, produce products, improve processes, and meet objectives. To illustrate and reinforce course concepts, a variety of projects, organizational settings, and issues will be examined through case studies, scenarios, and real-life projects. This course discusses topics that include the role of the project manager in managing the project life cycle including defining tasks, scheduling, allocating resources, monitoring, and controlling. BUS499: Senior Capstone 3 Semester Credits The capstone project allows students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in their courses to the work environment. The Senior Capstone emphasizes the student initiative in defining and investigating problems or projects focusing on integration and application of theory through research. Students are encouraged to select work-related projects that are of particular interest to them and that will result in professional growth and benefit the organization. Prerequisite: Completion of all major requirements or concurrent enrollment in last required course. CHM101: General Chemistry I 3 Semester Credits This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of chemistry by exploring atoms, molecules, and ions, stoichiometry, reactions in aqueous solutions, gases, energy relationships in chemical reactions, the electronic structure of atoms, the periodic table, and chemical bonding, and organic chemistry. Prerequisite: MAT120 CHM105: General Chemistry II 3 Semester Credits In this course students will continue their study of the fundamentals of chemistry by exploring organic chemistry, intermolecular forces and liquids and solids, physical properties of solutions, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, thermodynamics, redox reactions and electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and organic polymers. Prerequisite: CHM101 135 2012 University Catalog CHM313: Independent Research in Chemistry 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in Chemistry that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. CHM365: Society and Chemistry 3 Semester Credits This course is designed for non-chemistry majors who have a basic chemistry background and an interest in how chemistry and the environment are intertwined. The course presents the basic tenets of chemistry relating to the environment, energy, and health, and provides an understanding of the chemical processes involved in the functioning body and environment. Prerequisite: CHM105 CIS105: Introduction to Computer Science 3 Semester Credits This course is a first look at the entire computer science discipline, covering basic computer concepts like binary logic, how computer hardware works, how programs are designed and written, and advanced applications like artificial intelligence. It also provides an overview of the topics covered in the CIS major and introduces students to terminology and concepts they will see throughout their program. CIS110: Introduction to Computer Programming 3 Semester Credits This course teaches the fundamentals of computer programming and problem solving using the C++ programming language. It covers the building blocks of programming, how these blocks are used and assembled into programs, and how basic programming problems are analyzed. Prerequisite: CIS105 CIS115: Introduction to Programming with Visual Basic 3 Semester Credits This course is an introduction to programming using Visual Basic .NET. This course assumes no prior programming background and places emphasis on general programming concepts over Visual Basic specifics. While this course uses the Visual Basic language, the basic foundations of programming you will learn in this course extend to most programming languages. Prerequisite: CIS105 CIS201: Discrete Mathematics 3 Semester Credits This is an introduction to discrete mathematics emphasizing those topics most useful to students in computer science. Students will learn about sets, relations, functions, graphs, trees, matching, the binomial theorem, combinations and permutations, probability, recurrence relations, iteration and finite state machines. Prerequisite: MAT130 CIS210: Computer Organization 3 Semester Credits This course introduces central concepts in computer organization, assembly language, and computer architecture. Computers are described as a series of layers, from higher-level languages to logic gates, that are each an abstraction of the layer below. Prerequisite: CIS110 136 2012 University Catalog CIS211: Data Structures I 3 Semester Credits This course covers advanced topics such as pointers, linked lists, and recursion, with an emphasis on programming style. By the end of the course, students have greater familiarity with the concepts of programming and a solid foundation from which to study complex data structures. Prerequisite: CIS110 CIS215: Programming Language Concepts 3 Semester Credits This course teaches the principles behind the design and implementation of high-level programming languages. Upon completing this course, students have both an understanding of how programming languages are created and their relationship with the underlying hardware, as well as the ability to evaluate the merits of existing and emerging languages. CIS221: Data Structures II 3 Semester Credits This course is a continuation of CIS211 and covers the concepts behind data structures such as stacks, queues and trees, and their associated operations, as well as standard algorithms for sorting and searching. The student gains experience using various data structures and encapsulating them into abstract data types. Prerequisite: CIS211 CIS250: Windows Programming Using Visual Basic .NET 3 Semester Credits This course is an introduction to Windows programming using Visual Basic.NET. Although this course assumes some previous programming experience, it starts from the simplest Visual Basic concepts, so it is suitable for students at various levels of programming expertise. Students will learn Visual Basic syntax and how to create graphical user interfaces in Windows. Prerequisite: CIS215 CIS251: Advanced Visual Basic 3 Semester Credits This course is a continuation of CIS115 focusing on topics such as database and component development. Students will develop several complete projects in a variety of styles. Prerequisites: CIS215 CIS260: Concepts of Java 3 Semester Credits This course is an introduction to the Java programming language. It assumes previous experience with C++ equivalent to CIS110 and CIS211 courses and covers applets and applications, threads, JFC, event processing, graphings, and exception handling. Prerequisite: CIS215 CIS280: Programming in C# 3 Semester Credits C# (вЂњC sharpвЂќ) is MicrosoftвЂ™s newest language, based on C++ and tailored to the needs of the .NET environment. This course assumes some previous programming experience but begins with basic C# syntax and covers Windows client programming. Prerequisite: CIS215 137 2012 University Catalog CIS330: Algorithm Design and Analysis 3 Semester Credits This course is the study of the design and analysis of algorithms through the study and implementation of classic algorithms central to the discipline. Students study growth rates, classic and special purpose sorts, symbol tables, trees and tree structures, and hashing. Prerequisites: CIS201 CIS340: Software Engineering 3 Semester Credits This course demonstrates the principles of software engineering as they relate to medium and large scale projects. This course also explores many of the techniques used to maintain quality in software development, from creating good specifications to testing software modules. Prerequisite: CIS330 CIS410: Computer Architecture 3 Semester Credits This course forms the bridge between the hardware and operating systems views of a computer and completes studentsвЂ™ education in the fundamentals of hardware, preparing them for higher-level operating system concepts. Prerequisite: CIS210 CIS420: Operating Systems 3 Semester Credits This course explores the ways in which programs share memory and processor time. By the end of the course, students will have seen the last links in the chain that connects application programs, layer by layer, all the way down to the simplest hardware components. Prerequisite: CIS410 COM120: Principles of Speech Communication 3 Semester Credits This course introduces students to a holistic approach to the field of human communication. Speech Communication covers principles and theories that give insights into the communication process and general communication behaviors. It engages students to practice effective communication in various contexts. Students learn skills to critically analyze and apply methods of persuasion in interpersonal, intercultural, group, organizational, public and mass communication. Through journal exercises, content analysis, film reviews, public speaking critiques, and speech writing, the course provides students with skills-building opportunities to develop their communication strengths. COM313: Independent Research in Communications 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in Communications that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. CRJ100: Introduction to Justice Administration 3 Semester Credits The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the justice administration system, encompassing police, and courts and corrections management. These three institutions must work together to achieve an effective overall system for the protection of public safety and order, the impartial and fair trial of those accused of crime, and the enlightened confinement and rehabilitation of those found guilty to minimize the rate of recidivism. 138 2012 University Catalog CRJ105: Technology in Criminal Justice 3 Semester Credits This course provides a framework of information about technology and computers and specifically how they are used by criminals and law enforcement agencies. It examines basic computer concepts and design, networking and information exchange, and then delves into more advanced and crime-specific technologies such as wiretaps, surveillance, and the use of technology in high-tech crimes, disaster response, and police protection. The study of technology is integrated into wider criminal justice themes: its ethical and legal implications; its place in the community based policing model; and how it impacts traditional criminal justice theories. CRJ110: Introduction to Criminology 3 Semester Credits This course introduces the student to the dynamic field of criminology which is constantly changing because of research studies, Supreme Court rulings, governmental policy and the current events of everyday life. Criminologists spend their career trying to understand what drives people to commit crime. This introductory course will provide insights into the answers for many of these questions and will help students to think critically about law and justice. At the end of this course, students should have developed a critical perspective toward the social and legal institutions entrusted with crime control. CRJ115: Police and Police Procedures 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the role of the police, reforms and innovations within policing, and the characteristics of the contemporary American law enforcement industry. CRJ120: Introduction to Law Enforcement 3 Semester Credits The purpose of this course is to equip the criminal justice student with a complete and practical set of procedures and techniques that are needed for understanding policing in America. This course reflects the changing times in which we live and the tremendous challenges facing law enforcement officers each day. The specter of terrorism and homeland security are emphasized in this course, as well as what the police are doing to prevent, and react to, any future attacks. CRJ125: The Corrections Process 3 Semester Credits This course is a comprehensive overview and practical introduction to the ideas and practices that characterize our modern correction systems. The approach to this course includes a thorough description of correctional ideology, including professionalism, policy issues, and society's avowed goals for the correctional enterprise. Also included is a comprehensive overview of correctional practices, including the everyday operations of correctional agencies, prisons, jails, and the procedures of parole and probation, along with the development of personal skills applicable to the corrections field. CRJ130: Introduction to Interviewing in Criminal Justice 3 Semester Credits This course teaches the fundamentals of effective interviewing, including critical communication skills, interpretation skills, and how to effectively relay information. It is designed to prepare criminal justice students to interview victims and witnesses, collect 139 2012 University Catalog information from defendants, and communicate effectively with clients regardless of age and cultural differences. CRJ135: Introduction to Private Security 3 Semester Credits This course focuses on practical, real-world concepts and applications, while sensitizing students to the complexities and ambiguities involved in private security operations in contemporary society, particularly in regard to its current role in protecting our lives and assets from criminals and terrorists. This course places special emphasis on ethics and professionalism, as well as the need for public law enforcement and private security to work together to solve common problems. It explores particular jobs available in the field, addressing such practical concerns as how one goes about getting a private security job, the necessary skills, and the day-to-day job responsibilities. CRJ140: Understanding Terrorism 3 Semester Credits This course provides a theoretical and conceptual framework that enables students to understand how terrorism arises and how it functions. It focuses on the domestic and international threat of terrorism and the basic security issues surrounding terrorism today. It covers essential historical background on the phenomenon of terrorism and the roots of contemporary conflicts, includes detailed descriptions of recent and contemporary conflicts shaping the world stage, and presents theoretical and concrete information about Homeland Security organizations. CRJ145: Introduction to Emergency Management 3 Semester Credits This course provides a comprehensive examination of the background components and systems involved in the management of disasters and other emergencies. It details current practices, strategies, and the key players involved in emergency management in the U.S. and around the world. It covers local and state issues, particularly as they relate to FEMA and other federal agencies, and examines how public administrators are locally tasked with protecting their communities. This course also explores FEMA's continually changing role within the Department of Homeland Security and the impact and aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Lessons include proper planning, mitigation, in-crisis decisions, evacuation, recovery, and how managers can avoid devastating breakdowns in communication and leadership during a terrorist event or natural disaster. CRJ150: Introduction to Homeland Security 3 Semester Credits This course addresses the functions of Homeland Security and critical infrastructure and asset protection as they relate to government, industry, and the community. The key functions of threat prevention, crisis response, and operations recovery are addressed from a variety of perspectives given that homeland security is a responsibility that is shared by government agencies, the private sector, and individuals, encompassing a broad spectrum of professional career positions throughout our society. This course provides an overview of the elements involved in the homeland security function, as well as the challenges critical infrastructure managers in government and industry can and will face while maintaining mission operations and staff accountability in the midst of multiple overlapping roles and responsibilities in our rapidly changing world. 140 2012 University Catalog CRJ155: Introduction to Loss Prevention 3 Semester Credits In the past few years, security awareness and the need for added business continuity and preparedness considerations has been uniquely highlighted given events such as Hurricane Katrina, 9/11, the formation of the Department of Homeland Security, and the increase in world terrorist events. This course explores the breadth and depth of considerations involved in implementing general loss prevention concepts and security programs within an organization. It provides proven strategies to prevent and reduce incidents of loss due to legal issues, theft and other crimes, fire, accidental or intentional harm from employees, as well as the many ramifications of corporate mismanagement. It also covers background investigations, protection of sensitive information, internal threats, and considerations at select facilities. CRJ200: Criminal Procedure and Criminal Evidence 3 Semester Credits This course provides a comprehensive overview of the various components of the criminal justice system and examines the trial process and the roles of the jury, judge, attorneys, and witnesses. Prerequisite: CRJ100 CRJ210: Criminal Investigations 3 Semester Credits This course teaches students the fundamentals of criminal investigation by examining the processes involved in identifying and arresting criminal suspects, identifying types of crimes, and preparing for court. CRJ215: Investigative Report Writing 3 Semester Credits This course introduces the student to report writing elements and reviews basic writing skills, including first person and active voice. It addresses several aspects of report writing, such as investigation basics, note taking, identifying facts, interviewing skills, and describing persons and property. It also explores writing search warrants and the use of expert opinion. CRJ223: Criminal Procedure 3 Semester Credits The focus of this course is on constitutional criminal procedure, specifically, U.S. Supreme Court decisions that interpret relevant provisions of the U.S. Constitution. This course examines criminal procedure as it relates to the law enforcement profession. Topics of Constitutional provisions applicable to arrest, search and seizure, interrogation, confessions, the trial and pretrial process and immunity are covered in detail. Prerequisite: CRJ100 CRJ230: Criminal Evidence 3 Semester Credits This course explores the principles and rules associated with the management of criminal evidence. Topics covered include the collection of evidence, how to handle evidence to prevent contamination, chain of custody, and preparation of evidence for presentation in the courtroom to attain criminal convictions; the rules of evidence are thoroughly discussed. The scope of the course encompasses physical evidence, witness testimony, polygraphs and technical evidence. Prerequisite: CRJ200 141 2012 University Catalog CRJ240: Juvenile Justice 3 Semester Credits This course provides an orientation to the area of juvenile delinquency, including the origins, causes, and courses of development of delinquent behavior. The course outlines problems facing modern juveniles, and compares adult and juvenile justice systems. Topics include intervention, apprehension, referral and preventive techniques. Finally the course outlines the problems inherent in police handling juveniles and the function of juvenile courts. Prerequisite: CRJ100 CRJ300: Probation and Parole 3 Semester Credits This course addresses probation and parole for both juvenile and adult populations. It discusses topics such as restorative justice, community-based supervision, evidence-based practice, offender re-entry, and other state-of-the-art practices. It is designed to engage students as they critically examine the current controversial issues impacting the system. CRJ301: Criminal Law 3 Semester Credits This course studies the historical background and foundations of American criminal law, including United States Constitutional requirements, Federal and State court organization and jurisdiction, criminal law basics, and rules of evidence and procedure. It covers various categories of crimes and offenses including assault, homicide, sex offenses, theft, arson, forgery, narcotics, extortion, traffic offenses, crimes affecting the judicial process, and organized crime. Prerequisite: CRJ100 CRJ302: Effective Professional Communications 3 Semester Credits This course provides an understanding of research and communications in a professional environment. It familiarizes students with the techniques, strategies and forms of writing used in the professional world. This course will increase studentsвЂ™ knowledge of organizational writing and communications including case analysis, data interpretation, problem solving, and report writing. CRJ305: Ethics in Criminal Justice 3 Semester Credits This course explores ethical standards and codes in criminal justice professions. The scope of the course covers the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics, American Bar Association's Standards of Professional Responsibility, the American Jail Association Code of Ethics, and the American Correctional Association Code of Ethics. It also explores roles of professional organizations and agencies, ethics and community relations and civil liability in law enforcement and correctional environments. The students will study cases presented to illustrate ethical issues and derive solutions to ethical dilemmas using critical thinking. CRJ 310: Correctional Counseling and Treatment 3 Semester Credits This course teaches students how to apply evidence-based counseling and treatment approaches to rehabilitate offenders by helping to enhance offendersвЂ™ mental health, cognitive functioning, academic achievements, vocational aptitude, and social skills. Each module is designed to raise important issues, formalize ideas, and document best practices from which effective correctional programs can be replicated. 142 2012 University Catalog CRJ313: Independent Research in Criminal Justice 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in Criminal Justice that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. CRJ 315: Prison and Jail Administration 3 Semester Credits This course will address the administering courts and corrections agencies within justice administration. It will analyze justice administration from a systems perspective, considering all of the components of the justice system and their administration, issues and practices. In addition, this course will focus on the practical aspects of justice administration. The primary intent of the course is to familiarize the student with the methods and challenges of criminal justice administration. CRJ320: Forensic Investigation 3 Semester Credits This is an introductory course to criminalistics which explores the history and scope of forensic science. Criminalistics is the application of science to those criminal and civil laws that are enforced by police agencies in a criminal justice system. The scope of this course includes discovery of a crime scene, the most important location of evidence, physical evidence, and analytical techniques for organic and inorganic materials, forensic toxicology firearms, ammunition, unique tool marks and various impressions, among others. Prerequisite: CRJ200 CRJ325: Advanced Criminal Investigation I 3 Semester Credits This course presents the fundamentals of criminal investigation and their application to the more important felonies. It will also help the student to understand how detective work should be performed and to demystify the investigative process. Since criminal investigation must be conducted within the framework of our democratic system, those U.S. Supreme Court decisions that affect the investigative function are quoted extensively. In this course, students will find that the ability to conduct inquiries is learned by studying the investigative process. Prerequisite: CRJ210 CRJ326: Advanced Criminal Investigation II 3 Semester Credits This course builds on the fundamentals of criminal investigation that were studied in Introduction to Criminal Investigation. Case studies illustrate their application to some of the special issues presently plaguing law enforcement worldwide such as terrorism and enterprise crime. Various types of inquiry are applied in investigative processes. Prerequisite: CRJ325 143 2012 University Catalog CRJ330: Police Management 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to be an introduction to a wide variety of issues that confront today's modern police manager. The complex nature of policing in modern society mandate a thorough understanding of such issues as organizational culture, leadership styles, transactional analysis, problem identification and decision making, management by objectives, productivity, fiscal management, civil liability, accreditation and ethics, to name but a few. Prerequisite: CRJ325 CRJ335: Kinesic Interviewing 3 Semester Credits Of all the topics taught in law enforcement academies and criminal justice training centers throughout the United States, one of the most critical topics is the principles of interview and interrogation. This course equips the criminal justice student with a complete and practical set of procedures and techniques needed for interviewing and interrogation. It is vital to any case that investigators obtain essential information from victims, witnesses and informants, and that confessionвЂ™s from suspects stand up to court scrutiny. Prerequisite: CRJ200 CRJ350: Homicide Investigation I 3 Semester Credits The purpose of this course is to equip the criminal justice student with a complete and practical set of methods for processing a homicide. The course provides the student with the most practical and conventional information available to detectives who are responsible for conducting intelligent investigations into violent and sudden death. Prerequisite: CRJ210 CRJ450: Homeland Security and Emergency Management 3 Semester Credits The primary focus of this course is to provide information on how to recognize threats, act on threats, and provide patient care when a threat to homeland security occurs. It also explores the communication that is vital during a homeland security emergency. This course covers biological, nuclear, chemical, incendiary and explosive threats. It also examines threats resulting from clandestine drug laboratories, as well as step-by-step procedures for using related equipment. CRJ451: Homicide Investigation II 3 Semester Credits This course is the second part of homicide investigation with CRJ 350 Homicide Investigation I as the prerequisite course. The purpose of this course is to equip the criminal justice student with a complete and practical set of procedures and techniques that are needed after the homicide scene has been processed. The student proceeds through the follow-on work necessary to prepare a solid case for presentation in court and the attainment of a homicide conviction. Prerequisite: CRJ350 144 2012 University Catalog CRJ455: Investigation of Organized Crime 3 Semester Credits This course explores the origins and development of organized crime in the United States. It describes the types of criminal organizations, by looking at their goals, structures, and activities. The history of the major investigations into organized crime syndicates is discussed, and the effective legal and law enforcement strategies are outlined to combat various types of criminal organizations. This course explains the understanding of the concept of organized crime, what is and what is not considered to be organized crime, and the necessary historical foundation for understanding the evolution, development, and current status of organized crime. Prerequisite: CRJ210 CRJ460: Investigation of Terrorism 3 Semester Credits The Global War on Terror has posed new challenges for law enforcement organizations to contribute, along with military forces, to the security of the United States. The purpose of this course is to offer the latest information on the technology, weapons (including weapons of mass destruction), transportation modes of terrorists, and profiles of terrorists themselves. Likely trends in 21st Century terrorism and the law enforcement response are also discussed. Prerequisite: CRJ210 CRJ465: Clandestine Laboratory Investigation 3 Semester Credits The investigation of clandestine labs is one of the most challenging issues of law enforcement. Traditional investigative techniques are used to develop information concerning the location of the lab and the identity of the operator. No other law enforcement activity relies on forensic experts as heavily as does the investigation of clandestine labs. This course explores the many people involved in identifying the clandestine lab, the proper collection and preservation of the physical evidence, followed by the complete analysis of the evidentiary samples. It reveals how the forensic expert's opinion gives the Court the information it needs to make a fully informed decision. Prerequisite: CRJ210 CRJ475: Investigation of Arson 3 Semester Credits In terms of property values destroyed, arson is one of the most serious crimes in the United States today. Yet a surprisingly small percentage of arson crimes are ever solved, meaning that a large number of arsonists are never brought to justice. This course explores the nature of this crime, including motives such as insurance fraud, methods and techniques of setting deliberate fires, the pathology of serial arsonists, and effective cooperation between police and fire departments along with other agencies. Prerequisite: CRJ210 CRJ480: Investigation of Computer Crime 3 Semester Credits The purpose of this course is to equip the criminal justice student with a complete and practical set of technological procedures and techniques for digital crime. This course will cover the challenging process of seeking scientific truth through analysis of digital evidence. As computer criminals grow more sophisticated, digital forensics must keep pace in order to pierce the veil of deception that makes such crimes as identity theft more common. Prerequisite: CRJ210 145 2012 University Catalog CRJ485: Traffic Law and Accident Investigation 3 Semester Credits Law enforcement professionals play a critical role in the investigation of traffic accidents to ensure that criminal culpability is properly assigned and liability claims are fairly processed. This course teaches the techniques of traffic accident investigation including how to determine which motorists are at fault, the impact of environmental factors such as weather or illumination, and the impact of impairments such as alcohol or drugs. Prerequisite: CRJ210 CRJ490: Investigation of White Collar Crime 3 Semester Credits White collar crime can impact society in the form of millions of dollars in misappropriated funds, environmental damage, and the undermining of the integrity of governmental functions. While white collar crime is by no means a new phenomenon, the number of high profile examples in recent years highlights the effects these crimes can have. This course explores the historical context, thoroughly examines various types of white collar crime, applies criminological theories, and discusses the policing and prosecution of white collar crime. Prerequisite: CRJ210 CRJ493: Security Systems, Procedures & Developments 3 Semester Credits This course introduces students to security management principles and practices and protection concepts. It addresses security management and operations post-9/11 era. It covers a multitude of security-related subjects and its applications, from physical to computer security, risk assessment to loss prevention, and homeland security, from the perspectives of private and public, and business and legal orientations of security. Prerequisite: CRJ120 CRJ495: Police Patrol 3 Semester Credits This course emphasizes a practical application of theory with the how-to of real world policing. It details the core functions of a police agency-covering patrol operations, goals, and strategies. It combines management theory with case study examples taken from small and medium sized police departments. The course includes coverage of patrol techniques, preparing for patrol and the role of the uniformed patrol officer in the criminal investigation process. Prerequisite: CRJ120 CRJ497: First Responder 3 Semester Credits This course provides an extensive examination of the responsibilities of the first responder. It covers all aspects of assessing the scene, assessing the patient, communication and documentation, dealing with various types of injuries, and special situations including hazardous materials, multiple casualty incidents and special rescue situations. The course goes beyond the national standards set by the U.S. government to fully cover the United States Department of Transportation (D.O.T). Prerequisite: CRJ120 146 2012 University Catalog CRJ499: Senior Capstone 3 Semester Credits The capstone project allows students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in their courses to the work environment. The Senior Capstone emphasizes the student initiative in defining and investigating problems or projects focusing on integration and application of theory through research. Students are encouraged to select work-related projects that are of particular interest to them and that will result in professional growth and benefit the organization. Prerequisite: Completion of all major requirements or concurrent enrollment in last major course ECN150: Introduction to Microeconomics 3 Semester Credits In this introductory course, students learn basic economic concepts and analyze the decision making process of individuals and firms within the supply and demand framework. The course also focuses on the theories of firm behavior under different market structures and studies the process of resource allocation through the вЂњinvisible handвЂќ of the market, sometimes helped by government regulation to ensure a balance between equity and efficiency. ECN151: Introduction to Macroeconomics 3 Semester Credits In this introductory course, students learn basic economic concepts and analyze individual and economy-wide decisions, using the supply and demand framework. The course also focuses on aggregate economic behavior through the study of economic growth, inflation, unemployment, and money supply. It addresses a number of policy questions and issues related to the way these variables affect the health of the economy in the near and long terms. ECN313: Independent Research in Economics 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in Economics that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. ECN320: Microeconomics 3 Semester Credits This course examines the basic functions and activities of the free market system, including supply and demand analysis, consumer behavior, forms of competition, and factors of production. Prerequisite: ECN150 ECN321: Macroeconomics 3 Semester Credits This course is a survey of the structure of the U.S. economy and macroeconomic issues, including resource utilization, consumption and investment, government impact on the economy, macroeconomic policy, and international trade. Prerequisite: ECN151 ENG105: Beginning Writing 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to help native and non-native English speaking students develop skills in the use of standard written English and/or in the writing of well developed, coherent paragraphs. 147 2012 University Catalog ENG160: English Composition I 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to help students master the traditional five-paragraph essay, along with its variations. Four principles are presented as keys to effective writing: unity, support, coherence and sentence skills. The first part of the course focuses on the first three principles and on sentence skills. This course shows how the four principles apply in the different patterns of essay development and in specialized types of writing. Prerequisite: ENG105 ENG170: English Composition II 3 Semester Credits In this course, emphasis is on creating arguments that persuade, convince and inspire. The goal is to develop writing skills that will enable students to develop powerful and persuasive arguments. Students will learn the fixed types of questions that an argument can address, helping them develop answers to significant questions concerning facts, definitions, causes, values, and actions. Prerequisite: ENG160 ENG200: Introduction to Literature I 3 Semester Credits This course introduces the basic elements that create literature. While Introduction to Literature focuses on elements of literature in fiction, poetry, and drama, this section focuses on fiction; it explains the literary elements that compose fiction. This course covers a wide range of literary elements such as plot and setting, character, theme, irony, and symbolism through extensive reading material. ENG205: Introduction to Literature II 3 Semester Credits This course is a continuation of Introduction to Literature I. Whereas the previous course focused on elements in fiction, Introduction to Literature II will focus on literary elements that help to compose poetry and drama. These literary elements include tone, speaker, metaphor and simile, and tragedy and comedy. This course examines elements of poetry and drama through extensive reading material. ENG210: Advanced Writing 3 Semester Credits This course develops critical thinking skills and writing techniques for organizing, composing and proofreading reports, summaries, short essays and research papers. Prerequisite: ENG160 ENG300: Advanced English Grammar 3 Semester Credits This course analyzes and explains advanced topics in English syntax. The course goes beyond simple nouns and verbs with explanations that detail how morphemes (the smallest units of a word) eventually create advanced sentence structures. Prerequisite: ENG160 ENG310: Technical Writing 3 Semester Credits This course teaches the fundamentals of writing technical manuals for end users. Prerequisite: ENG160 148 2012 University Catalog ENG313: Independent Research in English 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in English that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. ENR154: Fundamentals of Weatherization & Energy Efficiency 3 Semester Credits This course provides the foundations of main issues in weatherization. The first part of the course covers energy usage history, policy-related issues, and sources of energy. The second part of the course provides a basic understanding of how to measure usage, techniques for retrofitting buildings to improve efficiency, and the importance of addressing the indoor environmental quality as part of a weatherization or retrofitting project. FIN202: Personal Finance 3 Semester Credits This course provides decision making tools that are useful in personal financial activities such as spending, saving and borrowing. It helps students improve their current personal financial literacy, identify financial goals and equips them with strategies to achieve goals. FIN335: Financial Management and Analysis I 3 Semester Credits This course examines financial theory and its applications in controlling all aspects of a firmвЂ™s financial environment, including financial planning, investment management, valuation and capital budgeting techniques. Prerequisite: BUS210, ECN321, MGT105 FIN435: Financial Management and Analysis II 3 Semester Credits This course explores the concepts, techniques, and tools used for financial decision making at strategic, tactical and operational levels of a firm including, capital structure planning, financing decision, working capital management, and financial management for multinational corporations. Prerequisite: FIN335 FLM100: Introduction to Film History 3 Semester Credits This course examines the history of film in the United States and throughout the world with a look at the start of cinema and its continued growth in the new millennium. GEO207: Global Geography 3 Semester Credits This course provides an introduction to the human and physical attributes that give uniqueness and diversity to world and regional patterns on the EarthвЂ™s surface. More specifically, it covers the physical, historical, human/cultural, economic, political, and religious/spiritual aspects of each of the different regions and realms of our global society. 149 2012 University Catalog GEO313: Independent Research in Geography 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in Geography that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. HIM208: Electronic Health Information Management 4 Semester Credits This course is a complete resource tool for the student and/or professional learner. Electronic Health Information Management covers the different healthcare organizations and guides students through the various areas of the field. Students will learn the various influences of organizations such as the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and The Joint Commission (formerly known as JHACO). In addition, students will be introduced to Electronic Health Records (EHR) software that is commonly used in healthcare settings. Students will learn how to enter patient demographics, store and retrieve patient records and chart notes, and transfer and important documents into the EHR. HIM228: Medical Billing and Reimbursement 4 Semester Credits This course is designed to orient students to the background and importance of insurance, coding, and the billing processes encountered in a physician office setting. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the reimbursement process and all aspects of insurance billing for a full range of todayвЂ™s healthcare plans. Emphasis is placed on the importance of accurate healthcare documentation and the contents of the medical record including: documentation requirements, legal and ethical issues, HIPAA regulations, and the AHIMA standards of ethical coding practices. Prerequisite: HIT107 HIS125: World Civilization I 3 Semester Credits This course is a broad survey of world history from the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia to the mid-Sixteenth Century. The course examines political, economic, and social structures as well as cultural expressions of each civilization through art, architecture, literature, and religion. HIS225: World Civilization II 3 Semester Credits This course is a broad survey of world history from the late-Sixteenth Century through the present, with an emphasis on political, intellectual and social history. HIS313: Independent Research in History 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in History that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. 150 2012 University Catalog HIT107: Medical Terminology 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach the basics of medical terminology. Medical Terminology orients students to the accurate uses, definitions, spelling, and pronunciations of medical terms used in the healthcare field. Students will analyze terms while learning to divide them into suffixes, prefixes, and combining forms. Emphasis will be placed on relating medical terms to the structural organization of the body. Through practical applications, students will learn to link abnormal conditions and diseases with diagnostic tests and procedures. In addition, students will be introduced to common medical abbreviations, acronyms, and symbols. HIT235: Medical Office Technology 3 Semester Credits This course teaches the skills necessary to use Medisoft Advanced Patient Accounting, one of the leading medical billing and scheduling software programs. Students will build their skills with Medisoft and will provide them with the knowledge they need to learn other medical billing software programs as well. Prerequisite: MED199 or HIM228 HIT260: Basic Diagnostic Coding 3 Semester Credits This course focuses on learning the coding conventions and guidelines for the ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM medical coding systems and then applying the rules to accurately assign codes for patient medical services. You will become familiar with the ICD-10-CM Draft, the history of ICD-10 coding, and when adoption of this code set will take place. Emphasis will be placed on the coding guidelines and the official rules established for the use of the standard code sets in different healthcare settings. In addition to coding diagnostic services, a variety of healthcare payer systems are presented, such as managed care, Medicare, HMOs, and PROs. Prerequisite: BIO106 HIT270: Basic Procedural Coding I 3 Semester Credits This course focuses on learning the coding rules for the CPT and Level II HCPCS medical coding systems and then applying the rules to accurately assign codes for patient medical services. Emphasis will be placed on coding for physician services in multiple settings, such as physician office, hospital, emergency room, and operating room, utilizing procedure codes from the E/M, Anesthesia, Surgery Guidelines and General Surgery, Integumentary System, Musculoskeletal System, Respiratory System, and Cardiovascular System sections of the CPT. Prerequisite: HIT260 HIT280: Basic Procedural Coding II 3 Semester Credits This course focuses on learning the coding rules for the CPT and Level II HCPCS medical coding systems and then applying the rules to accurately assign codes for patient medical services. Emphasis will be placed on coding for physician services in multiple settings, such as the physician office, hospital, emergency room, and operating room, utilizing procedure codes from the following sections of the CPT: Hemic, Lymphatic, Mediastinum and Diaphragm; Digestive System; Urinary and Male Genital Systems; Reproductive, Intersex Surgery, Female Genital System, and Maternity Care and Delivery; Endocrine and Nervous Systems; Eye, Ocular Adnexa, Auditory, and Operating Microscope; Radiology; Pathology/Laboratory; and Medicine. Prerequisite: HIT270 151 2012 University Catalog ISY101: Introduction to Computer Systems 3 Semester Credits This course introduces fundamental concepts and terminology related to computer hardware, software and networks. ISY102: MS Office Fundamentals 3 Semester Credits This course will help students develop basic proficiency with MicrosoftВ® Word, Excel, and PowerPoint through the completion of hands-on projects. ISY104: Microsoft Office Word 3 Semester Credits MicrosoftВ® Office Word combines text and technology to create an effective learning experience. Students will learn the various components of MicrosoftВ® Office Word, such as how to format text, add bullets and numbering, and work with graphics. ISY105: Microsoft Office PowerPoint 3 Semester Credits MicrosoftВ® Office PowerPointВ® combines text and technology to create a valuable learning experience. Students will learn the various components of MicrosoftВ® Office PowerPointВ®, such as how to plan an effective presentation, customize animation effects, and create a custom slide show. ISY205: Microsoft Access 3 Semester Credits В® This course introduces the basic features of the Microsoft Access database system. Students will complete a series of hands-on exercises and assignments in which they will create tables, forms, queries, and reports. ISY206: Microsoft Excel 3 Semester Credits В® This course provides an overview of the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software's basic and intermediate functions. Students will learn how to identify formulas, edit cell entries, create complex formulas, apply conditional formatting, and create tables and charts. ISY301: Web Page Design I 3 Semester Credits This course introduces students to the design of Web pages using Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Extensible Hypertext Markup Language (XHTML), and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Prerequisite: ISY101 or CIS105 ISY302: Web Page Design II 3 Semester Credits This course focuses more on advanced CSS techniques and explores web page design, content design, and site design using a popular visual web editor. Prerequisite: ISY301 ISY315: Networking and Telecommunications 3 Semester Credits This course is an introduction to the hardware, software, standards and concepts used in modern local and wide area networks. This course examines network design through case studies and exercises. Prerequisite: CIS210 ISY325: Introduction to Database Systems 3 Semester Credits This course explores the conceptual, logical, and physical design of database systems with an emphasis on entity relationship diagrams and normalization. Prerequisite: CIS211 152 2012 University Catalog ISY332: Java Script 3 Semester Credits This course introduces the student to the JavaScript language and how it can be used to add new features and interactivity to Web pages. Prerequisite: ISY301 or CIS260 ISY341: Decision Support Systems 3 Semester Credits This course introduces the decision-making process and the computer technologies that help support it. Prerequisite: MIS340 ISY370: Active Server Pages 3 Semester Credits This course is an introduction to Active Server Pages technology using ASP.NET, which uses server-side processing to dynamically create Web pages. Some knowledge of Visual Basic syntax is assumed. Topics include server-side controls, forms, syntax, the .NET Framework, error handling, database access, and data handling techniques. Note: This course requires more recent versions of Windows operating systems. Older systems using Windows Me, Windows 98, or Windows 95 will be unable to run the necessary software. Prerequisite: ISY301 or CIS115 ISY375: Advanced Database Systems 3 Semester Credits This course examines the duties of database administrators, issues and technologies used in client/server and distributed database systems, and the use of object-oriented data modeling for database design. Prerequisite: ISY325 ISY410: TCP/IP Networking 3 Semester Credits This course explores principles, applications, implementation and management of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) - the defacto networking standard. Prerequisite: ISY315 ISY425: Independent Web Design Project 3 Semester Credits This course requires the student to develop a real-world website. Students will work closely with an instructor to select an appropriate project, develop a design plan, and implement a website based upon that plan. Prerequisite: ISY302 ISY460: Enterprise Information Systems 3 Semester Credits This course is an examination of the emergence of enterprise-wide integrated information systems. It describes a methodology for building those systems and discusses how they can be integrated throughout the supply chain. Prerequisite: MIS340 ISY499: Senior Capstone 3 Semester Credits The capstone course is the final course in the completion of the Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems degree program. As students have progressed through their degree program, they have learned about many new concepts, techniques, and technologies. The course gives students the opportunity to demonstrate that knowledge. During this course, students will work with their instructor to select a suitable topic, research that topic, and produce a final product. Prerequisite: Completion of all major requirements or concurrent enrollment in last required course 153 2012 University Catalog MAT105: Basic College Mathematics 3 Semester Credits This course is a review of selected subjects in math necessary to carry out basic computations. It includes manipulation of numbers, fractions, algebraic expressions, systems of measurement, and geometry. It covers basic understanding of decimals, ratio and proportion, percents, equations, standard measurement units, and trigonometry. MAT110: Beginning Algebra 3 Semester Credits This course helps students learn the basic mathematical concepts of algebra before they move on to the next level in their mathematics curriculum. This course prepares students by having them apply some of the most common formulas and theorems. As students move through the course, they will encounter exercises that will assist them in the learning process by reinforcing concepts that they have just learned. Prerequisite: MAT105 MAT115: Business Problem Solving 3 Semester Credits This course applies algebraic concepts to business problems, to develop and improve technical, quantitative, and critical thinking skills in analyzing business issues. MAT120: College Algebra 3 Semester Credits This course provides students a working knowledge of college-level algebra. Algebra is the study of equations, inequalities, and functions. This course concentrates on linear and quadratic equations, word problems, polynomials, and rational and radical equations. The students also learn graphs and applications of algebra to the real world. Prerequisite: MAT110 MAT130: Beginning Statistics 3 Semester Credits The primary aim of this course is a basic understanding and use of statistical concepts and methods to facilitate study and research in other disciplines. This course includes measures of central tendency, measures of variability, grouped data, the normal distribution, central limit theorem, hypotheses testing, and estimation. Prerequisite: MAT105, MAT 110, MAT115, OR MAT120 MED183: Pharmacy Technician 3 Semester credits This course is designed to teach the basics of the pharmacy technician profession and includes textbook readings with many in-depth exercises, step-by-step instruction, including media-assisted learning, and supplementary informational resources. The numerous topics that students will learn about include the essentials of medical history, pharmacy settings, drug regulation and administration, appropriate terminology, formulating and calculating prescriptions, biopharmaceutics, informational pharmacy resources, elements of patient interaction, varying pharmaceutical environments, and related issues. 154 2012 University Catalog MED199: Medical Administrative Assistant 4 Semester credits This course is designed to teach the basics of medical administrative assisting. Students will learn effective time management and problem solving skills that will enable them to deal effectively with human behaviors in a medical environment and become successful and employable medical administrative assistants. The Medical Administrative Assisting course offers students a sound education providing them with the competencies and skills to enter the healthcare workforce as a viable team member. Prerequisite: HIT107 MED283: Pharmacy Calculations 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach the basics of pharmacy calculations and includes textbook readings with many practice exercises and step-by-step instructions, including mediaassisted learning. Math is the central part of pharmaceutical care. Understanding mathematical concepts is critical to the success of the pharmacy technician. This course is enhanced with instructional webcasts that will help students learn how to perform the pharmaceutical calculations. Students will also learn how to calculate commonly encountered problems that are faced by the pharmacy technician working in the community pharmacy as well as the pharmacy technician working in the institutional pharmacy. The Pharmacy Calculations course will first focus on basic arithmetic and then will center on performing calculations for the community pharmacy calculations and will conclude with computing calculations for the institutional pharmacy. Prerequisite: MAT110 or MAT120 MGT105: Essentials of Management 3 Semester Credits This course offers a skill-based and practical approach to management education. It provides a concrete understanding of how processes such as planning and decision-making, theories of organization, leadership and motivation, related to business activity. Through exercises and case studies, studentвЂ™s managerial skills are developed and critical thinking is honed. MGT245: Fundamentals of Project Management 3 Semester Credits The course presents an introduction to project management by discussing the project managerвЂ™s role, the benefits of project management, and organizations that strive to spread knowledge of project management. Project life cycle, project organization, and methods used to create a project plan are discussed. Key components of the project plan, scope, time, cost, quality, communications, risk, and procurement management are covered. Also covered are the project managerвЂ™s role to monitor progress as on time, within budget, and producing quality results. MGT305: Quality Management 3 Semester Credits This course introduces students to the statistical bases of quality control and the application of these tools to the design, implementation and analysis of a quality management system, while also addressing the underpinnings of quality theory and quality philosophy. Prerequisite: MAT120 or MAT130 155 2012 University Catalog MGT320: Leadership in Organizations 3 Semester Credits This course provides a basic foundation of skills needed to equip students for future leadership activities. It introduces the history, philosophy, theories and concepts of leadership, and its relationship to the management of organizational change. Students identify and hone their own personal characteristics that will help them develop into effective leaders. Prerequisite: MGT105 for Business Administration majors MGT370: Developing Human Resources 3 Semester Credits In this course students learn the strategic role of human resource management (HRM) in organizations. This course shows students how to apply HR concepts, procedures, models, tools, and techniques of human resource planning and development. This course applied HRM approaches in real organization settings and situations. Prerequisite: MGT105 for Business Administration majors MGT494: Strategic Management 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to help students effectively guide an organization toward a profitable and dynamic future. This course provides students with a formal method of defining the organization's purpose and aligning the entire business to achieve corporate goals. It also examines emerging technologies in information processing as an important element of strategic planning. Practical analysis of strategic management is presented through current and relevant case studies to maximize learning opportunities. Prerequisite: BUS306, MGT105 MGT495: eBusiness 3 Semester Credits This course introduces the fundamentals of e-business and the strategic role information technology plays in gaining and maintaining competitive advantage. Real-world cases and scenarios provide the student with a bank of learning resources in this cutting edge field. MIS335: Information Systems Analysis 3 Semester Credits This course introduces the tools and techniques used in systems analysis and design, including PERT and Gantt charts, economic feasibility analysis, data flow diagramming, and other modeling techniques. Primary focus is on the early phases of the systems development life cycle. Prerequisite: ISY101 or CIS105 MIS336: Information Systems Design & Implementation 3 Semester Credits This course is a continuation of MIS 335; it introduces the methodologies, techniques, and tools used in the design, implementation, and maintenance phases of the systems development life cycle. It also examines advanced analysis and design techniques. Prerequisite: MIS335 MIS340: Management Information Systems 3 Semester Credits This course explores the managerial aspects of effectively integrating and utilizing technology to solve business problems and improve managerial decision-making. Prerequisites: MIS335 156 2012 University Catalog MIS350: Information Systems Project Management 3 Semester Credits This course examines both the technical and managerial aspects of project management as identified by the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and applies the knowledge areas and process groups to information technology projects. Prerequisites: MIS340 MIS415: Introduction to Electronic Commerce 3 Semester Credits This course introduces the managerial applications of Internet technology for a successful web-based organization. It examines the application of management principles to electronic business models, including business-to-consumer, business-to-business, and intra-business commercial ventures. Prerequisite: MIS340 MKT220: Principles of Marketing 3 Semester Credits This is an introductory course designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the bedrock concepts of marketing. It will introduce you to the basic principles of marketing that have existed for many years, plus the marketing principles that are on the cutting-edge of current marketing thinking. These cutting-edge subjects are largely being driven by technology and the Internet. MKT230: Sustainable Marketing 3 Semester Credits This course focuses on applying sustainability to marketing strategy. Students will judge the influence of major business environments on sustainable marketing. Focus is placed on classifying sustainable branding, packaging, and labeling, and applying ethics to sustainable marketing. The use of digital media for sustainable marketing is also covered. Students will classify barriers to sustainable marketing and propose ways to overcome those barriers. They will also evaluate the economic implications of sustainable marketing. MKT306: Marketing Research 3 Semester Credits This course describes the latest marketing research processes, techniques, and methodologies that produce marketing insights, with an emphasis on the role the Internet plays in marketing research. Prerequisite: MKT220 MKT307: Sales Management 3 Semester Credits This course covers the topics of personal selling, relationship building, and explores the decisions companies face in developing and managing a sales force. The course explores the topics of recruiting, selecting, training, supervising, motivating, and evaluating sales personnel. Prerequisite: MKT220 MKT308: Marketing Management 3 Semester Credits This course builds on a studentвЂ™s understanding of basic marketing principles with a case study approach that focuses on solving marketing problems with the latest tools and techniques. It advances skills in utilizing marketing knowledge to develop and maintain successful marketing strategies. Prerequisite: MGT105, MKT220 157 2012 University Catalog MKT434: Marketing in the New Economy 3 Semester Credits This course presents a framework to integrate electronic resources with traditional marketing processes. The student explores how to manage effectively marketing processes of situation analysis, marketing planning and targeting, and how best to implement effective Internet marketing programs. Prerequisite: MKT220 MKT451: Internet Marketing 3 Semester Credits This course elaborates on e-marketing planning and marketing mix topics from a strategic perspective. Students will learn about the context for marketing planning for both the legal and global environments. In addition, students will learn about the e-marketing strategy, the marketing mix, and customer relationship management strategy and implementation issues. Prerequisite: MKT220 OCN320: Oceanography 3 Semester Credits This course is designed for non-chemistry majors who have a basic chemistry background and an interest in chemistry and the marine environment. This course will introduce you to the physical aspect of the marine ecosystem, as well as its inhabitants. Prerequisite: BIO130 ORI100: Allied Online Orientation for Students 0 Semester Credits This orientation course is designed for students seeking an Associate or Bachelor Degree to prepare them for success as distance education students. It covers AAUвЂ™s policies and procedures, how to create and stick to a study schedule, conducting research, critical and creative thinking skills, and basic writing skills. PHI100: Introduction to Philosophy 3 Semester Credits This course examines different philosophical theories while it compares and contrasts these theories in applying them to different philosophical questions. This course will examine many philosophical philosophers such as Plato, Aristotle, George Berkeley, Rene Descartes, John Locke, Immanuel Kant, and many others. This course will focus on various topics such as the existence of God, the relation between the mind and the body, human freedom, and the foundations of morality. PHI107: Introduction to Ethics 3 Semester Credits This course examines the historical and philosophical discussion of ethics (moral philosophy). Introduction to Ethics analyzes and discusses issues of morality and moral knowledge such as the concepts of right and wrong, good and evil, and virtue in connection to well-known philosophers. This course focuses on the overall discussion of ethics and studies its subdivisions of moral philosophy. PHI320: Computer Ethics 3 Semester Credits This course explores the diverse ethical issues surrounding the use of computers and information technology today with an emphasis on how one might determine the difference between ethical and unethical behavior in a number of scenarios. 158 2012 University Catalog PSY140: Introduction to Psychology 3 Semester Credits This course is the study of the facts, principles and theories of psychology. PSY300: Abnormal Psychology 3 Semester Credits This course will provide a broad survey of what is considered to be abnormal behavior. This course explains the scientific bases of contemporary theories of major psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety. Emphasis will be placed on a scientific, empirical view. The primary focus of the course is the description of various symptoms, syndromes and illnesses, but research and theories concerning etiology will also be covered. PSY308: Social Psychology 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach the critical aspects of social psychology, such as social recognition and perception, interpersonal attraction, pro-social behavior, aggression, and prejudice. Students will be given insight into each topic with the use of significant and interesting examples that have occurred in recent times. PSY313: Independent Research in Psychology 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in Psychology that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. RES101: National Real Estate Principles 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach basic real estate principles. The course explores the variety of regulations, land definitions, the basics of contracts and legal instruments, and mortgages, rates, and appraisal. RES111: California Real Estate Principles 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach the basics of California real estate principles and Californiaspecific information. It introduces the student to important concepts and terminologies, business fundamentals, and the main transaction cycle steps. RES121: California Real Estate Practice 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach the basics of California real estate practice. The course focuses on topics of contracts from the buyer and seller perspectives, qualifying prospects, filling out loan applications and agency disclosure forms, and performing a competitive market analysis. 159 2012 University Catalog RES220: Real Estate Finance 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach basic finance principles, the money and mortgage markets, and the various finance options to provide a clear understanding of how real property is financed. The topics include the impact of financial markets on real estate transactions, options available to real estate buyers, sellers, developers, contractors, real estate professionals, and property management officials. The growing role of technology in financing will also be covered. RES240: Real Estate Appraisal 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach the principles and practices of appraising real estate. Students will learn the reasons for conducting a real estate appraisal, the methods of appraisal, and the types of appraisal reports. RES260: Real Estate Brokerage 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach the basics of real estate brokerage. The student will learn about the brokerage business, analyzing market conditions, managing risk, financing a business. The course provides an overview of all aspects to starting and operating a business, and the basics in ethics and legal practices. Prerequisite: RES101 or RES111 RES280: Property Management 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to teach the basics of property management. The course provides an overview of the main concepts and how they relate to property management. Students will learn about economics, property analysis, marketing, leases, forms, day-to-day operations, and managing commercial property. SCI110: Environmental Science 3 Semester Credits This course explores the relationship between humans and the environment. Students will examine the balance between natural resources and the needs of mankind, and they will explore the scientific, political, economic, and social implications of environmental science. SOC135: Introduction to Sociology 3 Semester Credits This course provides an overview of the terminology, theories and questions used by sociologists to study how groups, cultures, institutions, norms, and values all work to shape society and an individualвЂ™s perception of the world. SOC250: Society and Technology 3 Semester Credits This course examines the broad implications of technological innovation on social organizations in terms of personal, political, economic, and environmental issues. SOC 280: Introduction to Social Research This course teaches students how to apply statistical analysis to social science research. Each module is designed to further studentsвЂ™ understanding and ability to apply mathematical analysis of data, explain social science trends, and expand on social science research. Students will learn about distributions, measures of location and dispersion, probability, sampling and testing methods, and decision analysis. Prerequisite: MAT120 (Under Development) 160 2012 University Catalog SOC313: Independent Research in Sociology 3 Semester Credits This course provides opportunities for advanced study of specific topics in Sociology that are not offered in the curriculum. Students will expand on a topic that has been studied in a foundation course or investigate a related topic by doing in depth research into the subject. Students will learn research skills in design, methodology, and writing. The student fulfills the requirement for the course through the submission of a final research paper or a scholarly report. SOL100: Exploration of Solar Energy 3 Semester Credits This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of solar energy by exploring the role of energy in modern society, renewable and non-renewable energy sources, energy efficiency and conservation, solar photovoltaic technology, the solar industry, sizing and pricing residential PV systems, and the role of solar energy in todayвЂ™s real estate environment. SOL130: Introduction to Green Building 3 Semester Credits This course introduces fundamental concepts of green building design and delivery, as well as the various systems used in green buildings. Course materials lay a solid foundation for decisions related to the design and construction of a green building, from materials selection to considering the use of natural systems for wastewater processing. The course addresses both institutional and residential structures, and emphasis is placed on understanding practical, working systems used in the structures. The LEED certification process is briefly addressed from within the context of understanding how it affects building design decisions. The student will apply cost/benefit analyses as part of proposal justifications for green building projects. SOL 200: Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems 3 Semester Credits In this course students develop trade knowledge of photovoltaic (PV) systems based on the learning objectives for NABCEP PV entry-level program. Solar-electric (and other kinds of solar) technologies are introduced, along with the history and current trends in the industry. Applications and benefits of PV are explored, along with the workings of all typical components and methodologies for design of whole systems. Best practices for safety are emphasized throughout, including the use of protective equipment and ways to avoid accidents and minimize workplace hazards. Prerequisite: MAT105 or greater SOL210: Photovoltaic Installation 3 Semester Credits This course provides curricula on national standards on which PV installers with skills and experience can distinguish themselves from their competition. This course teaches advanced concepts regarding photovoltaic system installation and NECВ® compliance. This course is a necessity for any individual who wishes to take NABCEPвЂ™s PV Installer certification examination. 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