TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL EDUCATION CRIMINAL JUSTICE COURSES BUSINESS COURSES

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1 Course Catalog

2 Our goal at Lumerit Education is always to give you the best college experience possible. And that means offering a variety of costeffective ways to earn credit. That s why we ve partnered with Pearson Education a creator of well-polished academic content to bring you access to 48 affordable online courses. With these courses you ll enjoy benefits like: podcasts for on-the-go study, fully-integrated books and study materials, and practice quizzes with instant grading all delivered in a hassle-free, self-paced bundle. This information packet will not only provide you with an overview of the courses we offer, but it will also give you a glimpse at what to expect from each one. If you have any questions or are curious how these courses can fit into your degree, please call our Admissions office at (866) , ext 1. Happy reading!

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL EDUCATION American Government American History I American History II Anatomy & Physiology College Algebra Critical Thinking English Composition I English Composition II Environmental Science Ethics Introduction to Biology Introduction to Early Childhood Education Introduction to Economics Introduction to Literature Introduction to Psychology Introduction to Sociology Macroeconomics Medical Terminology Microeconomics Statistics Student Success CRIMINAL JUSTICE COURSES Criminal Courts Criminal Investigation Criminal Justice Ethics Criminal Law Criminal Procedure Criminology Introduction to Corrections Introduction to Criminal Justice Introduction to Homeland Security Introduction to Policing Juvenile Justice Policing Techniques: Interviewing and Interrogation Probation and Parole Victimology BUSINESS COURSES Accounting I Accounting II Business Law Business Math Entrepreneurship Human Resource Management Introduction to Business Introduction to Business Information Systems Introduction to Finance Organizational Behavior Principles of Management Principles of Marketing Supervision

4 General Education Courses AMERICAN GOVERNMENT Get ready to dive into the inner workings of the American government! By exploring the history of how America s government began and how it has evolved over the decades, this course will provide you with the tools to better research, analyze, and understand the intricacies of today s government its policy, methods, and current politics. Along the way, you ll study things like the constitution, federalism, civil rights, the structure and processes of the three branches of government, and more. You ll finish this course with a deeper understanding of how the U.S. government has functioned through the years and how it s currently operating. AMERICAN HISTORY I In this course, you ll get a broad overview of American History from New World exploration and settlement through the Civil War. You ll begin by studying major early civilizations on the continent, but before long will find yourself examining the differences between the various American colonies and the challenges faced by this growing, diverse society, like the American Revolution and the new U.S. Constitution. You ll finish by studying America before and after the Civil War: the division between the North and the South, the effect of national expansion and reform, and the impact of various inequalities on American society. AMERICAN HISTORY II Continuing where American History I left off, in American History II you ll delve into American history from 1865 through the New Millennium. Starting with the conquest and exploitation of the West, you ll move on to study industrialization, the changes in urban society and the government, the Roosevelt presidency and the changing face of industrialism, America s role in World War I, the Age of Progressivism, and the cultural challenges of the 1920s and 1930s. From there you ll examine post-world War II culture, the political issues of the 1970s, and the Democratic revival in the 1990s. ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY In this course, you ll study the human body from head to toe. You ll get a good overview of the anatomical structures and physiology of the human body. By the end of this course, you should be able to identify the major anatomical structures and describe how every system works together to keep the body in balance. You ll also learn about selected diseases their definition, cause, signs and symptoms, how they re diagnosed, and ways they can be treated. Once you ve got that down, you ll examine the issues and changes that occur through a human s lifespan. COLLEGE ALGEBRA Welcome to the wonderful world of College Algebra! This course will introduce you to important concepts of algebra. You ll learn about solving equations and inequalities, functions (including linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic), systems of equations and inequalities, and series and sequences. You ll also discover tools and techniques for manipulating algebraic expressions and solving systems of linear equations and inequalities.

5 General Education Courses CRITICAL THINKING This introductory course will kick your brain into high gear as you develop important critical thinking skills. You ll be introduced to the essential elements needed to understand, analyze and create arguments. You ll learn about induction, deduction, informal fallacies, Aristotelian and symbolic logic, modes of persuasion, and language and meaning culminating in the development of reasonable strategies for belief formation. When you ve completed this course, you ll be able to create your own well-reasoned arguments. And you ll be able to recognize your own biases, evaluate your own conclusions, and assess the reasonableness of arguments, positions, and beliefs. ENGLISH COMPOSITION I Time to develop and refine your written communication skills. This course will give you a firm understanding of the writing process from initial idea to final draft. You ll learn to achieve a clear and effective style in your writing, identify elements of sentence structure, find spelling mistakes, and understand proper and improper punctuation. During this course, you ll practice applying the steps of the writing process and hone your skills by writing effective and grammatically correct essays. Finally, you ll discover practical strategies and guidelines for writing research papers. The goal of this course is to prepare you to write effectively in both personal and professional environments. ENGLISH COMPOSITION II Here, you can take what you ve learned in English Composition I to the next level. First you ll review the basic principles of the writing process. Then you ll learn helpful research and citation techniques, how to format documentation, and how to critique writing samples for style and substance. Finally, discover the difference between MLA, APA, and Chicago Style guides, as well as the writing styles required by different disciplines. By the end of this course, you ll apply what you ve learned about research, citation methods, and writing styles to compose an essay and a research paper. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE In this course, you ll explore the scientific, political, economic, and social implications of environmental science. Discover the relationship between man and the environment by examining the balance between natural resources and the needs of mankind. Specific topics of study include: environmental economics and policies; population growth and demographic transitions; toxic substances and their effects; water and marine ecosystems; renewable and nonrenewable energy sources; types of waste and waste disposal methods; and land use and planning for creating livable cities. ETHICS Learn about the philosophy of morality what constitutes right and wrong. This introductory level course will introduce you to several ethical theories and help you explore contextual issues. You ll learn to examine ethical theories, moral assumptions, and moral principles. By the end of this course, you ll be able to apply ethical theories to moral problems, construct a moral system utilizing a theoretical framework, and apply the system to contemporary moral issues. Most importantly, you ll be able to appraise the requirements for establishing a moral system, construct a personal moral system, and apply a moral system to a position on a contemporary moral issue.

6 General Education Courses INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY In this course, you ll be introduced to basic biology concepts and terms the core disciplines of cellular biology, biotechnology, genetics, evolution, and ecology. You ll start by learning the basic chemical processes and chemical composition of organisms, the importance and functions of the cell, and types of cellular cell division. When it comes to genetics, you ll study the structure of the human genome, the flow of genetic DNA, and the structure of the DNA molecule. You ll then study evolutionary theory and explore the topic of ecology. When you finish this course, you ll have a better understanding of the development and mechanics of life on earth. INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION This course will introduce you to the foundational principles of educating young children. To understand the roles and responsibilities of those who work with young children, you ll study historical influences, program types, guidance strategies, professionalism, current trends and issues, and advocacy. You ll examine the evolution of early childhood education, its historical figures, and its developmental and learning theorists. And you ll look at current issues affecting children and families, practices that ensure children s health and safety, and strategies to help children grow emotionally and overcome behavioral challenges. Most importantly, you ll learn how to create environments and curriculums that enable you to reach the needs of children and families from many different backgrounds and life situations. INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS In this course, you ll be introduced to both microeconomic and macroeconomic problems and principles. As you study, you ll develop a logical, conceptual, and analytical understanding of economic concepts. You ll learn about free and competitive markets, how government actions affect markets, and the effects of trade on the economy. Most significantly, you ll gain a new understanding of the economic way of thinking. INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE You re about to explore the elements of the three genres of literature fiction, poetry, and drama and discover what defines them and differentiates them. You ll learn the origins of literature and the purposes behind studying literature. You ll also learn to associate studying literature with critical thinking and reading skills. Additionally, you ll learn to analyze and critique works of fiction, poetry, and drama. As you progress in this course, you ll learn how to research literary criticism and how to write more effectively about literature.

7 General Education Courses INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY This course will introduce you to the study of human behavior. You ll look at the theories and concepts of psychology: its history, key perspectives and issues, current trends, and its scientific research methods. You ll also learn about the brain and how it works. In addition, you ll look at the different phases and stages in human development, sexuality, gender, and different mental disorders as they relate to psychology. You ll examine health psychology and approaches to health management, as well as the methods and effectiveness of psychotherapy. INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY This course will look at social behavior in everyday life. Explore the field of sociology in terms of its history, theoretical perspectives, research methods, and ethical issues. You ll examine socialization and the factors that affect socialization and social interactions. You ll learn about globalization, cultural diversity, critical thinking, new technology, and the growing influence of mass media. You ll study the impact that poverty, families, education, urbanization, religion, technology, and discrimination have on societies. By the end of the course, you ll be able to understand and explain the process of social change. MACROECONOMICS Welcome to Macroeconomics! This course introduces the foundational concepts of economic principles, but the focus will be on primarily macroeconomic principles, including measurement, macroeconomic fluctuations, and policy issues. In addition you ll learn about free and competitive markets, inflation, employment, the monetary system, fiscal policy, and the economic way of thinking. You will be presented with real-world contemporary examples that apply theory to practice, demonstrating the relevance of macroeconomic thought. MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY In this course, you ll study medical terminology, symbols, and abbreviations. As you do, you ll learn how to apply this new language in the field of health care. Terms will be covered based on their function and their relation to the structure of the body, but the main focus will be on medical vocabulary. The goal of this course is to help you gain a familiarity with medical vocabulary and teach you how to construct terms using word parts such as roots, suffixes, and prefixes. MICROECONOMICS This course will help you develop a deeper understanding of microeconomic principles. You ll learn foundational concepts like opportunity costs and supply and demand. Beyond that, you ll explore specifically microeconomic principles such as efficiency and fairness in markets, government actions and their impacts, different market structures, and income distribution. Ultimately, you ll finish this course with a greater understanding of the economic way of thinking and a better comprehension of the relevance of microeconomic thought.

8 General Education Courses STATISTICS In this course you ll learn the skills necessary to interpret and critically evaluate the statistics commonly used to describe, predict, and evaluate data in an information-driven environment. During this course, you ll study data sets, normal distribution, inferential statistical tests, confidence intervals, the chi-square test of independence, how to use Excel to organize data, and how to calculate and interpret statistical tests. The focus of this course is on the conceptual understanding of how statistics can be used to evaluate data. STUDENT SUCCESS Discover important keys to college success. This course will provide you with the information and skills you need to succeed in your studies. You ll learn how to set long-term and short-term academic goals and how to manage your time and finances to meet those goals. You ll develop an awareness of how you learn best and get new strategies for studying that work effectively with your learning style. Throughout this course, you will apply critical and creative thinking skills to solve problems and evaluate situations. Additionally, you ll build thinking, listening, reading, studying, note-taking, test-taking, and information literacy skills. This course will also help you with stress management and career development.

9 Business Courses ACCOUNTING I This course will provide you with an introduction to business accounting. You ll study accounting concepts and principles, financial statements, internal control design, and accounting for partnerships. When you ve finished, you ll be able to define terms related to business accounting, understand how to apply accounting concepts and principles, evaluate internal controls, account for partnership transactions, prepare financial statements, and analyze those financial statements for decision making. ACCOUNTING II Welcome to Accounting II, the sequel to Accounting I. In this course, you ll dive deeper into understanding and applying facets of business accounting. You ll learn about corporate accounting and financial statements, longterm liabilities, cash flow and financial statement analysis, managerial accounting, budgeting, and using financial data to make business decisions. When you ve finished this course, you ll be able to define terms related to business accounting, apply a working knowledge of accounting concepts and principles, and demonstrate the ability to prepare and understand corporate financial statements. You ll also be able to analyze financial statements using various ratios and tools and to prepare and analyze different types of budgets. BUSINESS LAW Welcome to a general overview of the significant areas of business law. In this course, you ll explore the relationship between business and the law. Topics you ll examine include: torts, crimes, intellectual property, contracts, negotiable instruments, agency, employment, and forms of business organization. Additionally, you ll explore ethics and social responsibility, government regulation, personal property, real property, and international trade. You ll gain a working knowledge of practical rules of law and legal terminology, as well as legal solutions for business-related issues. BUSINESS MATH In this course, you ll be introduced to the different mathematical problems faced by businesses. You ll look at business statistics and analyze business problems using percentages and statistical concepts. You ll learn about various payroll issues, and you ll apply mathematical concepts to business lending transactions, including those that involve annuities, stocks, and bonds. Finally, you ll look at problems related to mortgages, insurance, taxes, and other business topics. By the end of the course, you ll be able to analyze financial statements using these mathematical concepts. ENTREPRENEURSHIP This course will introduce you to every facet of owning your own business. You ll learn how to create a viable business plan as well as important management, leadership, and communication skills. You ll study techniques for analyzing costs and preparing financial documents, and you ll discover how to design effective strategies for marketing, customer service, sales, and relationship building. Finally, you ll learn to manage the financial aspects of the enterprise and develop a plan for business operations that will ensure the business delivers on its promises to customers. This course will help you develop the understanding and practical skills needed to start a successful new business.

10 Business Courses HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT In this course, you ll learn the human resource management skills used by business managers in day-to-day operations. You ll analyze the role of the HR manager and develop a strategic HR plan for an organization. Then you ll study how to develop a personnel plan and a recruiting plan for an organization and how to develop and implement criteria for employee selection. You ll identify key deficits in employee training programs and develop performance appraisal criteria. Finally, you ll learn how to manage ethical conflicts in an organization and gain a better understanding of employment discrimination and labor laws, as well as legal, health, and safety issues in the workplace. INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS Whether you re a budding entrepreneur or simply desire to make your mark on the business world, this course will give you an overview of business in an increasingly global society. It will introduce you to business terminology, concepts, environments, systems, strategies, and current issues. Topics you ll study include: an overview of the business environment, business ethics, entrepreneurship and global business, management, marketing, production, information systems, and financial elements of business. This course will provide you with a solid foundation for more detailed and higher-level study when you take subsequent business courses. INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS If you ve taken any business courses, you ll know that businesses use a variety of information and communications technologies. This course will introduce you to them and explain how they are used to solve problems and make better business decisions. In this course, you ll examine how information systems impact an organization, how and why organizations select information systems, and how information systems are developed. Other topics you ll explore include: communication and networking concepts, the impact of the internet, ethical considerations, the support of e-commerce, protection against threats, and the roles and responsibilities associated with information systems management. INTRODUCTION TO FINANCE In this introductory course, you ll gain a foundational knowledge of financial management. You ll study key language and terminology, time-value of money, financial markets and securities, financial statements, financial analysis, risk and return, valuation of stocks and bonds, capital budgeting and valuation, cost of capital and capital structure, working capital management, dividend policy, and international finance. The main goal is that you ll finish this course able to apply various financial tools and understand how they impact financial decision-making. ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR In this course, you ll examine organizational theory and application. You ll receive a comprehensive review of individual, group, and organizational performance in relation to organizational structures in contemporary business settings. During this course, you ll study theories of organizational behavior, management issues, ethical issues, and challenges of effective organizational communication. You ll be able to understand the differences and similarities between leadership, power, and management. Finally, you ll assess the impact of both culture and a company s structure on its organizational behavior.

11 Business Courses PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT There are a variety of different management philosophies in today s changing world, and this course will introduce you to all of them. You ll take a look at globalization, ethics, diversity, customer service, and innovation from a managerial perspective. You ll also study theories and techniques of managing, motivating, and leading others. Finally, you ll examine social responsibility, ethics, communication, and other challenges and issues managers face. By the time you finish, you ll be able to effectively use theories of leadership and motivation to manage others. PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING Time to get a good grasp of the fundamental areas of marketing. This course will explore the factors that influence how marketing decisions are made and the impact of marketing decisions on an organization and its customers. You ll study topics like: how the characteristics of the business environment can impact marketing decisions, how consumer characteristics and behavior affect marketing strategies, and how integrated marketing communications (IMCs) are developed and implemented. You ll gain a working knowledge of practical marketing and business vocabulary. Additionally, you ll analyze today s global, highly competitive marketplace and analyze the possible impacts of market research on a business plan. SUPERVISION Successful supervision comes with many challenges, but this course will equip you with the tools you need to meet them head on. To begin, you ll develop a deep understanding of the responsibilities of first-time supervisors up to the chairman of the board in private, service, or public organizations. And once you ve reviewed the key skills needed to be effective in a supervisory position, you ll begin to apply them. You ll develop your own planning, goal-setting, and organizing skills as you learn about staffing, recruiting, and retention, as well as topics like problem analysis, decisionmaking, and conflict resolution, and positive, motivational leadership.

12 Criminal Justice Courses CRIMINAL COURTS This course will give you an overview of the criminal justice system and its processes. You ll examine the courtroom work group as well as the trial process and its challenges. From the committing of a crime through post convictions, you ll examine how the court process works. You ll study how laws are created, how the court system operates, the relationship between the law and the court system, the people involved in the court system, and the history of criminal courts. You ll also be provided with an overview of the juvenile court system. Finally, you ll learn to define and use terms related to criminal courts. CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION Explore the processes of a criminal investigation from start to finish. You ll learn the fundamentals of criminal investigation by examining the processes involved in identifying and arresting criminal suspects, identifying the types of crimes and offenses, and preparing for court. As you progress through this course, you ll learn to use and define terms related to criminal investigation. Additionally, you ll learn about the history of criminal investigation, types of criminal offenses, and the relationship between criminal investigation and the courtroom process. CRIMINAL JUSTICE ETHICS In this course, you ll study the ethical dilemmas and professional problems faced by criminal justice personnel. You ll review various ethical perspectives and discuss the practical applicability of ethical ideals. You ll also examine the impact and process of making ethical decisions, philosophies related to ethics, and methods used to address ethical misconduct in society. Finally, you ll examine the relationship between values, morals, ethics, and critical thinking. CRIMINAL LAW Yearning for a better understanding of criminal law? This course will give you the historical perspective of criminal law, an overview of general legal principles (including possible defense to a criminal charge), and an awareness of the fundamental nature of law. You ll learn to use and define terms related to criminal law. Furthermore, you ll look at the purpose and function of criminal law, legal issues presented in court cases, and other key concepts related to criminal law. CRIMINAL PROCEDURE In this course, you ll focus on the constitutional rights of criminal defendants as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. You ll spend time examining and discussing Supreme Court decisions and identifying their significance for the justice system. You ll learn about how the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments protect individual rights and what can be done when constitutional rights are violated including civil, criminal, and non-judicial remedies. You ll analyze criminal procedure from first contact to appeals, and you ll study the roles of prosecutors, grand juries, and defense attorneys. Finally, you ll learn the difference between the due process and crime control perspectives and study their impact on criminal procedure.

13 Criminal Justice Courses CRIMINOLOGY In this course you ll study criminal behavior as well as theories regarding the reasons behind crimes. You ll learn about research and data collection methods used in criminology, theories and principles of criminology, methods used to effectively deal with crimes, and the relationship between drugs and crime. You ll also learn to differentiate between various types of crimes and how to use and define terms related to the study of crime. Then you ll study the basic concepts of biological theories of criminal behavior, laws and social policies that have been established to address crime in the United States, and the future of crime. INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS This course covers the field of corrections, including prisons and jails, correctional policies, agencies, prison life, and challenges facing corrections. You ll study the history and evolution of the correctional system, its organization, and the challenges it faces. You ll examine prison life and the effects it has on individuals and society, and you ll analyze the legal rights of inmates and the use of capital punishment. You ll also spend time comparing and contrasting the differences and similarities of the various clients of a correctional facility. When you ve finished this course, you ll be able to define terms related to corrections, and will have a greater understanding of the purpose, implementation, and effectiveness of the corrections system. INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE In this course, you ll be introduced to the criminal justice system and its three main components: law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. Starting with law enforcement, you ll discover what constitutes a criminal offense, how crime is measured, and theories of crime causation. Then you ll take a look at the justice system and concepts related to criminal law. Moreover, you ll evaluate the impact history has had on the American justice system and study issues and emerging trends in criminal justice and examine possible future directions. INTRODUCTION TO HOMELAND SECURITY This course will give you an overview of the elements involved in the function of homeland security. Because homeland security is a responsibility shared by many government agencies, the private sector, and individuals, you ll examine its key functions from a variety of different perspectives. You ll look at threat prevention, crisis response, and operations recovery, as well as challenges those in the industry face while maintaining mission operations and staff accountability in the midst of multiple overlapping roles and responsibilities in our rapidly changing world. INTRODUCTION TO POLICING In this course, you ll examine the evolution of policing and the impact that history has had on the current law enforcement system. You ll also look at methods, issues, and challenges of the present-day police force. Throughout this course, you ll study the organization of law enforcement; the roles, functions, and styles of policing; issues related to policing in foreign countries; and laws as related to policing. And you ll also explore the future of policing and examine technology in the service of law enforcement, such as the use of forensic science and criminalistics.

14 Criminal Justice Courses JUVENILE JUSTICE Get ready for an overview of American juvenile justice. You ll examine the juvenile offender, causes of juvenile crime, the juvenile court system, and juveniles in the adult court system. You ll also study the institutionalization, rehabilitation, and treatment of juveniles, and the future of juvenile justice in America. Then you ll take a look at the impact of history on juvenile justice, as well as various theories related to juvenile justice. Additionally, you ll study juvenile victims and juvenile offenders, while analyzing the effectiveness of juvenile probation and community-based programs. At the end of this course you will be able to use and define terms related to juvenile justice. POLICING TECHNIQUES: INTERVIEWING AND INTERROGATION In this course, you ll explore policing techniques and tactics used to combat and prevent crime. The emphasis, however, will be placed on helping you gain the knowledge and practical skills involved in the art of interviewing and interrogating witnesses and suspects, and the relevant legal parameters that must be followed during field procedures. At the conclusion of this course, you ll be able to analyze the techniques used by officers in obtaining a confession and formulate a list of questions that can be used in purposeful interrogation. PROBATION AND PAROLE In this course, you ll study adult and juvenile probation, parole, and their related institutions. You ll learn about the probation and parole process, juvenile court and the juvenile justice system, the history and administration of probation and parole, and the basic models for administering parole. You ll study probation and parole officers, rehabilitation, and supervision in probation and parole. Additionally, you ll look at the importance of presentence investigation in the sentencing process. VICTIMOLOGY In this course, you ll look at the causes of victimization and theories associated with violent victimization. You ll analyze the offender-victim relationship and explore ideas on preventing violence and responding to victimization. Throughout this course, you ll learn to use and define terms related to violence and victimization. You ll study the development of theories of victimization, different types of violence, and injustices by the criminal justice system. Finally, you ll study motives for terrorism and evaluate laws that combat terrorism.