ACT 101 PRINCIPLES OF ACOUNTING (E- LEARNING) presents accounting as the language of business. Emphasis is placed on the process of identifying, measuring, recording, and communicating the economic events of an organization. This introductory course, in the semester format, presents the various steps in the accounting cycle, (fulfills the requirement for AL 365 Accounting in the Business Management major). 3 credits, semester distance format.

AL 095 INTRODUCTION TO WRITING: ENGLISH GRAMMAR, AND WRITEN RESPONSES will focus on grammar in essays and written responses for accelerated, adult courses. Beginning with coverage of paragraph and essay organization, it will continue through critical writing and responding for different purposes. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 096 BASICS FOR MATHEMATICS studies the basics of mathematics including fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion, percents, basics of descriptive statistics and probability, graphing calculator use, introductory algebra concepts, the use of mathematics in solving real life problems, and geometry. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 102 ART investigates the nature of quality and qualitative valuing. The making of art and the response to it are considered through four disciplines: art production, art history, art criticism, and aesthetics. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 103 MUSIC is designed to prepare students intellectually and emotionally for satisfying musical experiences and to provide the students with the vocabulary and insight to critique and discuss musical compositions and performance. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 105 LITERATURE examines genres and forms of writing including short fiction, poetry, drama, and non-fiction. Students will work with both written and oral analysis. They will learn about contemporary techniques of criticism and terminology common to each genre. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 107 / AL 107EL STUDENT SUCCESS STRATEIES engages students in cultivating the abilities necessary for academic and professional success, including study and research skills, learning styles, use of technology, and critical thinking skills. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 122 ALGBRA examines the basics of algebra including solving linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, exponents, polynomials, radicals, functions, and the graphing of linear equations and functions. Prerequisite: AL 096 or acceptable test score. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 125 / AL 125EL MATHEMATICS studies problem solving, size and shape, growth, measurement and geometry, patterns, probability, statistics, street networks, planning and scheduling, and linear programming. A knowledge of high school algebra and geometry is required. Prerequisite: AL 122 or AL 096 or acceptable test score. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 136 LITERARY VISIONS (Telecourse) brings literature to life with dramatizations of individual works and readings of literary passages. This introduction to literature incorporates both contemporary and traditional works in its selection of literary texts. It also places a strong emphasis on writing about literature as a way for students to learn and use advanced compositional techniques. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 152 COMPUTER COMMUNICATION introduces the basic concepts of the use of the computer in business, management, and in communication. Students will become aware of the main applications programs available, including word processors, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation packages. Uses of the Internet for research will also be explored. 3 credits

AL 153 FORENSIC SCIENCE provides the student with a general understanding of physical scientific methods utilized in criminal investigative operations. Using the laboratory method of instruction, the course will expose the student to current advances in criminalistics such as DNA identification. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

AL 154 RACE TO SAVE THE PLANET (Telecourse) provides a dynamic report of the current outlook for the global environment, describing the threats that different natural systems face and dissecting the complex web of interconnections that bind human society to the environment. The course will help develop a set of intellectual tools, an understanding of the sciences involved, and ways of thinking about man and the environment that will enable students to evaluate for themselves how serious a given environmental problem might be. Lab included. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 158 SCIENCE studies the empirical methods and quantitative techniques used by scientists. In addition, this course will view science with regard to its philosophic reasoning, historic development, and its unique character and limitations as an intellectual discipline. A knowledge of high school level algebra is required. Lab included. Prerequisite: AL 122 or 125. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 159 / AL 159EL HERITAGE OF FAITH examines the faith stance of various Biblical personalities as well as various literary forms used by Biblical authors to enable the student to read the Bible with a more profound grasp of its message as well as a deeper appreciation of its role in the literature of the western world. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

AL 161 / AL 161EL WORLD HISTORY presents an overview of the history of Western Civilization - its basic chronology, major events and themes. Students will explore various eras by reading assorted historical documents. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

AL 169 / AL 169EL STATISTICAL METHODS studies the terminology, methodology, and body of knowledge in statistics. Topics such as means, median, variation, probabilities, correlation and regression will be covered in this module. Prerequisite: AL 122 or AL 096 or acceptable test score. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 180 / AL 180EL INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION focuses on the role of self-concept, perception, nonverbal behaviors, listening, self-disclosure, power, gender, and conflict within relationships in the workplace, community and home. Everyday negotiation skills are developed within the context of interpersonal conflict management. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 201 ENGLISH LANGUAGE examines the basic structure of standard written English and elements of style in written composition. Activities will help students gain mastery in the conventions of English usage, explore the relationship between language and thought, and apply rhetorical principles in their own reading and writing. The course will also function as an introduction to linguistics, including attention to semantics, semiotics, and the cultural role of language. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 204 / AL 204EL COLLEGE WRITING provides a variety of challenging writing tasks addressing a number of vital ideas and issues. Through critical reading and discussion of essays written by influential thinkers such as Niccolo Machiavelli, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Virginia Woolf, students learn to write thoughtful, logical, creative essays. Students develop editing, critical thinking, peer evaluation and research skills. One research paper is required. Prerequisite: AL 095 or acceptable assessment score. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 206 AMERICAN CINEMA (Telecourse) introduces basic issues related to the phenomenon of American cinema. It looks at American film history from the 1890’s through the 1990’s, but it does not explore this history in a purely chronological way. It is a cultural history which focuses on topics and issues more than on what happened when. It also explores how Hollywood films work technically, aesthetically, and culturally to reinforce and challenge America’s national self-image. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 208 ART OF THE WESTERN WORLD (Telecourse) relates the history of the Western visual tradition from the Classical period to the present time. Through lectures, visualization, and personal readings, students will learn to understand the principles behind the various periods and movements. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 209 VARIETIES OF BELIEF (Telecourse) prepares students to understand how the teachings and practices of world religions, various Christian communities, and contemporary ideologies influence people’s evaluations of themselves, direction for their societies, and hope for the future. Prerequisite: AL 159 or AL 380. No duplication with AL 407. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 210 / AL 210EL THEOLOGY challenges the student to think theologically, yet concretely. Biblical, doctrinal, moral, and practical theology will be surveyed. This course will draw from various traditions, but a biblical foundation in the Christian tradition will be most prominent. Theological principles are applied to contemporary social and cultural issues. Prerequisite: AL 159. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 234 SPEECH COMMUNICATION focuses on oral communication between the speaker and audience. Ethical speaking and critical thinking skills are developed as students gather information, organize, style, practice, and deliver formal speeches. The ability to speak with confidence is further developed through informal speech exercises. Topics include listening, research and use of visual aids. Application to workplace and community settings is emphasized. No duplication with AL 100 Public Communication. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 235 VOICES IN DEMOCRACY (Telecourse) introduces the student to the study of American government, its structure, processes and actors. Students will examine the operations of the federal government as well as the roles of state and local governments. Also, the course will examine the role of the media and of public interest groups in American politics, as well as the nature of the electoral process. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 245 / AL 245EL CRIMINAL JUSTICE RESEARCh METHODS will acquaint the student with the various research skills and methods used in this discipline. Both quantitative and qualitative research strategies will be discussed, as well as issues in measurement, research design, and hypothesis formation. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 265 / AL 265EL EMPLOYMENT AND LABOR RELATIONS develops an appreciation for the application of federal laws, regulations and legal precedence affecting the employment relationship. Students examine major labor and employment topics such as the National Labor Relations Act and the major federal discrimination laws impacting union and non-union environments. Prerequisite: AL 359 Human Resource Management. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

AL 266 / AL 266EL STAFING introduces students to the principles and functions of staffing to enable the design and management of a successful staffing process, including legal compliance, internal and external recruitment, nterviewing and retention. Prerequisite: AL 359 Human Resource Management. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 267 / AL 267EL COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS considers financial reward systems including relevant theoretical and legal perspectives, performance evaluation, wage equity and benefit plans. Prerequisite: AL 359 Human Resource Management. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 268 THE PEOPLES CENTURY (Telecourse) presents a worldwide study of the tumultuous events, the individuals, the societies, the movements, and the changes that defined the Twentieth Century. The student will analyze the social, technical, political, and military history of the period 1900 through 1964. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks. 

AL 269 / AL 269EL WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY will provide students with the basic knowledge and principles of the field of occupational safety and health. This course is designed to provide students with an understanding and appreciation for the fundamental safety technology and management needs of the safety director. Prerequisite: AL 359 Human Resource Management.3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 270 / AL 270EL INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION provides students with an opportunity to develop communication skills necessary for a diverse workforce. In this course students come to understand intercultural communication by discussing language, stereotypes, behavior and patterns. Students develop the ability to apply cultural concepts to modern business situations and relate across cultures within that setting. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 271 / AL 271EL SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY introduces students to the study of persuasion, conformity and social influence through exploration of perception, cognition, self-justification, small group behavior, pro-social behavior, aggression and prejudice. Students learn how an individual’s thoughts, feelings and behaviors are influenced by others and learn methods social scientists utilize to study human behavior. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 272 / AL 272EL ORGANIZAIONAL MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES engages students in the art and science of management within an organization. The four functions of management, organizing, leading, planning and controlling, are considered in light of individual, group and organizational dynamics. Not open to students who have taken AL 352 Organizational Behavior or AL 358 Principles of Management. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 275 FIT AND WELL:  ENHANCING ADULT HEALTH THROUGH ACTIVITY explores various ways physical activity positively impacts one’s life. Wellness areas include fitness, stress reduction, recreation, and other health enhancing topics. Personal assessment and goal setting is included. Students need to complete health questionnaire before the first night of class. Course meets 3 hours per session for six weeks. 2 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 282 HOW ADULTS LEARN (Independent Study) introduces the psychology of learning and various theories of adult development. This one credit independent study serves as an introduction to college thinking and learning or as a reflective culmination of the college experience. 1 credit.

AL 284 THE CIVIL WAR (Telecourse) explores the time period 1861-1865 when the United States was rent apart by the bloodiest and most divisive war in American history. The course examines the conflict which helped politically, socially, and economically to define the United States. Focusing on military and civilian angles, the course allows the student to examine an important aspect of history and the stories of individuals. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 285 HISTORICAL METHODS examines the nature of history, philosophies, and methodologies of major historians. Readings include selections from Thucydides to contemporary oral historians. Student presentations and essays will include problems in knowledge and explanation, historical criticism, research techniques, and questions of viewpoint arising from women’s and minority studies. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 286 FACES OF CULTURE (Telecourse) features dramatic and unique film footage from around the world, embracing cultures from all continents, highlighting major lifestyles, and illustrating human adaptation to environment from the beginnings of the human species to the present. An expanded study guide and the most recent edition of a widely accepted cultural anthropology text complement the prize-winning programs. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 289 CROS CULTURAL STUDIES introduces students to broad concepts of culture while emphasizing the cultural characteristics of ethnicity in the United States. This course is a study in modern problems and their ramifications in America with cultural applications in community development, family, religion, education, health and urbanization, employment, politics, and identity. This course is designed to encourage students to utilize critical thinking skills to determine the relevancy of the subject matter to their daily lives and to American society at large. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 300 / AL 300EL TRAINING AND EMPLOYE DEVELOPMENT examines the development and implementation of training, including needs, job and task analysis, design and evaluation of training programs, transfer of training and employee development. Prerequisite: AL 359 Human Resource Management. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 310 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW examines the US Constitution from its conception and ratification up to its present day status. Important court cases and constitutional amendments that have shaped American government and society over the years will be examined and emphasis given to how the Supreme Court has shaped American life. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 312 PROCEDURAL CRIMINAL LAW exposes the student to various procedural issues in the implementation of the criminal justice function. The course will focus on issues of arrest, search and seizure, the admittance of evidence and rights of the accused. This course will also serve as a legal update and keep the student advised of current changes in the law. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 314 CRIMINAL JUSTICE LIABILITY LAW explores the area of liability law as it relates to the criminal justice function. Areas to be covered will be liability issues regarding use of force, civil rights violations, failure to respond and vicarious liability. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 316 ADMINISTRATIVE LAW explores areas of administrative law and its impact on the function of bureaucracies and public agencies. The course will focus on legal principles which affect the management of public agencies. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 318 MANAGEMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES introduces the student to the study of administration and management techniques as they are applied to law enforcement organizations. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 320 PUBLIC FINANCE AND BUDGETING exposes the student to principles of budgeting and finance of a public agency. The student will gain a general understanding of fiscal principles and how to adapt those principles to the operations of a public agency. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

AL 322 CRIMINOLOGY explores and investigates the causes of crime. The course specifically identifies and discusses the three major theoretical principles of crime causation: sociological, psychological, and "free-will" theories of crime. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 328 / AL 328EL CORECTIONS IN AMERICA examines the history of corrections and the various component parts of American correctional organizations, the inmate culture that develops within correctional institutions, and the challenges that face today’s correctional managers. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 329 / AL 329EL ETHICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE explores the many ethical dilemmas faced by criminal justice professionals. A case-study approach will focus on issues regarding the decision to arrest, the use of force and deadly force, conflicts of interest, the level of sanctions in a correctional setting, the decision to grant probation and parole, and other ethical issues of current concern. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 330 WORLD OF CHEMISTRY (Telecourse) explores the foundations of chemical structures and behavior in the physical world. Laboratory methods of the scientist can be performed by the students in their homes. Using empirical techniques of observation, measurement, data recording, and analysis, students learn to conceptualize theories or build a model based on the scientific evidence. A knowledge of high school level algebra is required. 4 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 331 MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES FOR HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATIONS introduces the management functions of planning, organizing, staffing, leading and controlling. Integration of these functions with management style

philosophies into health care organizational management is emphasized with the primary focus on leadership and vision for the future health care administrator. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 334 STRATEGIC HEALTH CARE PLANING AND EVALUATION is designed to allow the class to learn the process of planning for the delivery of health care services to the community. Students will learn to assess the current and future health care environment, determine strategic objectives and goals, develop implementation plans to achieve those goals, and adapt goals and plans to a continually changing health care environment. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 338 FINANCIAL ISSUES IN HEALTH CARE studies finance, economics, budgeting, pricing, and managed care as they relate to the health care industry. Students will gain an understanding of the intricacies of managed care, its financial impact on providers of health care services, and the steps of negotiating a managed care contract. The course will also give students a basic understanding of the budgeting process and the economic risks unique to the health care sector. Prerequisite: AL 365. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 340 HEALTH CARE ETHICS explores systems of moral reasoning and their impact upon the legal and ethical decision making process within health care organizations and professionals. Themes to be explored include confidentiality, informed consent, decision making capacity, treatment refusal, end of life decisions and care, and legal issues related to initiating or withdrawing treatment. Exposes students to the breadth of legal aspects of Health Care Management in order to assist health care professionals in identifying when a situation is likely to be subject to a law or regulation. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 341 HEALTH CARE MARKETING studies marketing principles, concepts, and operations and provides the student with the necessary marketing skills to promote health care services or products. The course introduces the student to the complex world of health care marketing and promotion and examines marketing plans and focus groups. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

AL 342 ELDERCARE provides in-depth knowledge and understanding of the psychosocial needs and illnesses of the elderly, ecognizing systems, and selecting and applying appropriate therapies. Case studies of dementia, toxicities, depression, ageism, etc. will be presented and appropriate therapies outlined. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 345 BUSINES LAW familiarizes the student with the court system, the sources of laws, contracts, the forms of business organization and the basic legal principles which underlie and control all business transactions. The student will learn to apply these legal theories to practical business situations. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 346 BUSINES FINANCE provides students with an overview of finance in the world of business, drawing heavily on the principles of accounting. Students learn the role of finance and learn to identify issues relevant to ethical financial decision-making. Topics include investment instruments, ratio analysis, cash management, capital structure, and capital budgeting. Prerequisite: AL 365 Accounting. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 347 MACROECONOMICS studies methodology of economic analysis, economics terminology and the economic problem. The economic problem includes such topics as supply and demand, national output, inflation and unemployment, aggregate supply and demand, fiscal and monetary policy, money, and rational expectations. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 356 CRITICAL THINKING AND CREATIVITY applies logical reasoning and critical thinking to reading and writing processes. The course includes divergent thinking and ways of developing creative ability and considers both "left brain" and "right brain" processes. Doing is as important as understanding. Therefore, exercises and practical applications involving analysis of arguments and supporting ideas, as well as opening to creativity are included. Students complete the activities by weighing, judging, and evaluating qualitatively. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 357 JUVENILE JUSTICE analyzes all aspects of the juvenile justice system, including the law, the police, the courts and different types of interventions used. The course will also examine subthemes within juvenile justice, including female delinquency and gang delinquency. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 359 / AL 359EL HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT examines the principles, methods, and procedures in personnel management, including: staffing, compensation and benefits, employee and labor/management relations, planning, employee development, health, safety and security, and equal opportunity issues This is a survey course which may serve as the foundation for further study in the Human Resource Management major, minor or certificate program. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 365 ACCOUNTING is a broad overview course that includes comprehensive instruction in basic accounting principles, with an emphasis on accounting as a necessary tool in the control and management of business. The application of management policies and practices required for effective planning and controlling of resources is considered. Prerequisite: AL 096 or acceptable assessment score. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 366 / AL 366EL MARKETING MANAGEMENT focuses on the role of marketing within an organization from the manager’s perspective. Students gain an understanding of buyer behavior, evaluation of the marketplace, marketing research, and new product development. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

AL 367 / AL 367EL GLOBAL DIMENSION IN BUSINESS focuses on international trade theory, marketing, the interaction of foreign businesses, politics, and intercultural communication and business protocol. Students appreciate the importance of understanding cultural differences in working with others with different cultural backgrounds. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 368 / AL 368EL PHILOSOPHY OF VALUES AND ETHICS studies both theory and ethics in business. These issues are Examined in reading, classroom discussion and debates. Students develop a system for making ethical decisions in the workplace which can be applied to personal and public issues as well. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 371 / AL 371EL BUSINES POLICY requires a knowledge of all functional business areas. The course considers strategic management including management decision-making, using the case-study approach. Students apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills in a management context and demonstrate effective writing and speaking skills. Prerequisites: AL 204 College Writing, AL 169 Statistical Methods, AL 366 Marketing Management, AL 365 Accounting, AL 346 Business Finance. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 377 AMERICAS (Telecourse) explores the twentieth century history of Central and South America and the Caribbean in a multi-disciplinary fashion. Through the use of videos and primary sources, students will gain a greater understanding of the Latin American neighbors of the United States. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 378 AFRICA: HISTORY AND CULTURE uses methods of geography, history, anthropology, and ethnography to examine political, cultural, and physical evidence to study Africa. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 379 CLASSICAL GREECE AND ROME is an interdisciplinary study of the civilization of the Ancient Greeks and Romans - their culture, philosophy, and arts - and the continuing heritage of classical thought. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 380 THE BIBLE IN HISTORY surveys the Judeo-Christian scriptures in their historical contexts. Selected readings will be supplemented by ancient Near-Eastern texts. The influence of this heritage on Western civilization will be examined with applications to such contemporary issues as one God, patriarchal authority, linear thinking, hierarchal order, and the foundation of the empirical method in Western culture. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 381 THE WORLD OF ISLAM explores Islamic culture in the medieval and modern world. Topics include Muhammad and the Qur’an; Sunnism, Shi-ism, and Sufism; literature and art; and modern Islam. The impact of Islamic contributions to Western civilization in the areas of empirics and symbolics will be considered including pharmacology, astronomy, optics, and algebra. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 382 THE ORIENT: HISTORY AND CULTURE examines the people of Pacific Asia on a topical basis comprising geographical and historical background, literature, music and fine arts, ideology, culture, social life, political systems, and religion. An emphasis will be placed on the contrast between Eastern and Western thought, comparing Japan, China, and India with the United States. No duplication with AL 425. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 384 MEDIEVAL HISTORY AND LITERATURE reviews the Middle Ages as an important transitional period in the development of Western culture. The era encompasses, roughly, the thousand years from 500-1500 A.D.; from the fall of Rome to the discovery of the Western hemisphere and the Protestant Reformation. An understanding of the mysteries of the medieval age will help to focus an understanding of modern Western culture and the development of the English language. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 386 RENAISSANCE AND REFORMATION focuses on 16th and 17th Century Europe, an age of adventure and ambition as the focus shifted from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic with the opening of the new world. It is an age of Protestant and Catholic Reformations, revolutions in science, and flowering in the arts of Bach, Handel, Shakespeare, Milton, and the Golden Age of Spain. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 387 THE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT examines the greater eighteenth century in the Atlantic world. The course focuses on the importance of the scientific revolution and its effect on the age of reason and the Enlightenment. It also explores capitalism and slavery, neo-classical art and music, and the American and French Revolutions which ended the era. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 389 THE ROMANTIC AGE became the dominant idea in Western culture for most of the Nineteenth Century. Few eras have brought more radical shifts in humanity’s outlook or had a more profound influence on the arts, literature, and society. This course studies the Golden Age of Romanticism in England, France, and America through its aesthetic, world view, social effects, and leading spokespersons. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 390 MODERNISM: 1850-1950 will examine "the age of analysis" from the Industrial Revolution through the first half of the 20th century. The age is characterized by structuralism, or breaking down operations into component parts, which occurred in industry, politics, biology, psychology, and the arts. It is an age of universal movements, the "isms," influenced by increasingly secular thinkers seeking absolutes in place of traditional religious and philosophical positions. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 391 CONTEMPORARY STUDIES explores the cultural condition within the Western tradition from 1968 until the present. It approaches the contemporary scene as a discourse by examining samples of critical and scientific theory, as well as samples of visual art and literature. It attempts to trace the mutual influence each has felt from and exerted upon the other. 3 credits, 4 weeks.

AL 395 LIFE OF CHRIST studies the religious and social conditions of the world into which Christ came, His life and teachings as found in the four Gospels, and an overview of the opinions expressed in the apocryphal Gospels, the ancient Church, and modern historical criticism. Prerequisite: AL 159 or AL 380. 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 400 HR INDEPENDENT STUDY (Independent Study) provides an opportunity for advanced independent work in any area of human resource management. This individually designed course can relate to areas such as compensation and benefits or training and development, or another HR area as determined by the advisor, instructor and student. It is required for students completing the double major of Business Management and Human Resource Management, and should be taken following successful completion of AL359, AL265, AL266, AL267, AL269, AL300, AL472. 3 credits.

AL 407 CHRISTIANITY AND WORLD RELIGIONS challenges students to distinguish and evaluate various religious expressions of the world in light of an established framework of truth. Students will have an opportunity to study several Christian denominations and non-Christian religions. Prerequisite: AL 159 or AL 380. No duplication with AL 209 (T). 3 credits, 6 weeks.

AL 424 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY (Telecourse) examines the complex factors that cause behavioral disorders, looks at biological, psychological, and environmental influences, and demonstrates psychological, biological, and social approaches to the treatment of abnormal behaviors. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 425 PACIFIC CENTURY (Telecourse) examines the modern history, economics, politics, and cultures of the Pacific Basin region. This interdisciplinary Asian-studies course explores how the Pacific Basin has evolved to emerge as a principle political and economic center of the upcoming century. No duplication with AL 382. 3 credits, maximum 16 weeks.

AL 444 HEALTH CARE PRACTICUM The goal of the Health Care Practicum is to allow the student to have a meaningful and practical experience in a health care field of the student’s choice. The student will also be completing a research paper that is closely related to the practical experience. The student will be able to utilize most, if not all, of the information gleaned from the Health Care Management modules that they have taken thus far. The Health Care Practicum is specifically designed for the Health Care Management students, but any student who is interested in research and practical experience in this field may take the course. The module serves as the capstone project of the Health Care Management Program. Students interested in obtaining a Nursing Home Administrator’s License must complete this course along with the Health Care Management Program. 6 credits, 8 weeks.

AL 472 MANAGING CHANGE engages students in the analysis of an organization’s needs and the development of a plan to influence major organizational change from the human resources perspective. Prerequisites: AL 359 Human Resource Management and AL 272 Organizational Management Principles or AL 358 Principles of Management. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

AL 474 / AL 474EL INTEGRATIVE PROJECT: THE BUSINES PLAN is the capstone course in the Business Management major. Students learn entrepreneurial skills in the creation of a business plan which includes financial, human resource and marketing components. Prerequisites: AL 169 Statistical Methods, AL 204 College Writing, AL 346 Business Finance, AL 347 Macroeconomics, AL 358 Principles of Management or AL 272 Organizational Management Principles, AL 359 Human Resource Management, AL 365 Accounting, AL 366 Marketing Management, AL 371 Business Policy. 3 credits, 8 weeks.

ECON 200 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS (E-LEARNING) is a survey of basic economic theory and its applications designed to cover principles of both microeconomics and macroeconomics. This one semester survey course is specifically designed to help students acquire the understanding of the basic economic decision making tools required for sound economic decision-making and further study in business related fields (fulfills the requirement for AL 347 Macroeconomics in the Business Management major). 3 credits, semester/distance format.

FIN 300 BUSINES FINANCE (E-LEARNING) provides an introduction to the basic functions of financial management, including planning, control, investment returns and risk management, and optimum capital structure. This course, in a semester format, will also survey financial institutions, operations of financial markets, and the process of financial decision-making (fulfills the requirement for AL 346 Business Finance in the Business Management major). 3 credits, semester/distance format.

REL 201 THE OLD TESTAMENT is an overview of the Old Testament intended to acquaint the student with its background, content and messages. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

REL 203 THE NEW TESTAMENT is an overview of the New Testament intended to acquaint the student with its background, content and messages. Prerequisite: enrollment in church-work program or permission of instructor. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

REL 204 BIBLICAL THEOLOGY is a systematic study of major areas of Christian doctrine with an emphasis on what Scripture says, as well as how Lutheran doctrine reflects what Scripture says. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

REL 233 COMMUNICATING BIBLE MESAGES helps the student acquire greater skill in communicating meaningful Bible messages, by learning the theory and practice of analyzing a text of Scripture, writing a message for a specific audience based on that text, and delivering the message. Topical and other creative approaches will also be examined. Prerequisites: AL 380, or REL 201 & REL 203; AL 210 or REL 204. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

REL 287 CHRISTIAN CARE GIVING offers the student preparing for full-time church work opportunity to understand and apply the theology and practice of the church in Christian care giving. Prerequisites: AL 380, or 201 & 203; AL 210 or REL 204. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

REL 312 OFICE OF THE PROFESIONAL CHURCH WORKER studies the role of auxiliary ministries in the light of the New Testament and the Lutheran Confessions. It pays particular attention to church administration and conflict resolution in congregations. Prerequisites: AL 380, or 201 & 203; AL 210 or REL 204. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

REL 328 FAMILY AND YOUTH MINISTRY explores congregation ministry with and for families by providing students with an understanding of parent and child relationships, teen development, and the place of faith and the church in family life. Special attention is paid to family life education, intergenerational ministry, and strategic planning, with the goal of building ministries that strengthen family relationships. Prerequisites: REL 201, REL 202, and REL 204. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

REL 376 CHRISTIAN ETHICS explores the distinct nature of Christian Ethics in dialogue with other forms of ethical inquiries. Contemporary Christian responses to timely ethical issues will also be explored. Prerequisites: AL 380, or 201 & 203; AL 210 or REL 204. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

REL 383 THE GOSPEL OF LUKE will study the main themes of Luke through a structural, Christ-centered, and historical approach. Selected passages will be given special attention as the portrait of Christ is unveiled. Issues that will merit special attention are: Jesus’ kingship, His prophetic office, end times and Jesus’ passion. Prerequisites: AL 380, or REL 201 & REL 203; AL 210 or REL 204. 3 credits, 5 weeks.

REL 387 HISTORY OF CHRISTIANITY: CHRIST’S PEOPLE THROUGH THE AGES surveys Christian history from Pentecost to the present. Distinctive eras in Christian history will be discussed, with attention to their main contours and the principal dynamic forces at work within them. 3 credits, 5 weeks.