Criminal Justice

CRJ-100 - INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

An introductory course in criminal justice designed to provide a philosophical and historical account of American criminal justice with emphasis on constitutional limitation.

CRJ-101 - ETHICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

Focuses on philosophical and theoretical issues and analyzes research findings to determine their implications for future practice. The student will learn how to identify and confront difficult ethical decisions they are likely to face in their daily routines.

CRJ-109 - THEORIES OF INTERVIEWING

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

The process of gathering information from others: the interviewee, the setting, the types of questions, nonverbal communication, deception and theories of communication. Corequisites: CRJ-141.

CRJ-111 - POLICE AND SOCIETY

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

An examination of the role of the police and corrections in American society, and a discussion of prominent issues. The course will examine the various eras of policing and correctional agencies. The structure and style of various policing and correctional agencies will also be covered. Agency application of internal and ethical issues including use of force will be examined. Strategies and policies to improve policing and the correctional work environment will also be discussed.

CRJ-120 - INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

Trace the history of corrections and describe the various methods society has used to deal with people who violate its rules. The course will show the relationship of corrections and agencies to the overall criminal justice system.

CRJ-128 - VICTIMOLOGY

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

In this course, we will examine the field of victimology, including its scope and development, review the problems associated with victimization, examine the relationship between the victim and the offender, the victim and the criminal justice system, and the victim and society. We will also discuss various practical applications and policies that have resulted from society's increasing concern about victims.

CRJ-130 - CRIMINAL LAW

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

A study of the history, development and classification of substantive and procedural aspects of criminal law, defenses and criminal responsibility.

CRJ-132 - CONSTITUTIONAL LAW

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

An analysis of the relationships between state legislations and the Bill of Rights. Includes the effect of the due process clause of the 14th Amendment on the application of the Bill of Rights to these states and Supreme Court decisions regarding the various state challenges. Prerequisite: CRJ-100.

CRJ-141 - CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

Fundamental methods of investigation, crime scene search, recording, collection and preservation of evidence, interview and interrogation, and case follow-up.

CRJ-222 - CORRECTIONAL TREATMENT METHODS

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

A criminal justice course designed to provide students the opportunity to examine and practice correctional treatment methods for diverse offender populations. Prerequisite: 48 Criminal Justice Program Credits.

CRJ-301 - INTRODUCTION TO HOMELAND SECURITY

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

The course is an examination of the role government and, more specifically, first responders play in the current threat to our nation from terrorism. The course will examine the role, authority, and history of the government when faced with these threats. The structure, style, and current practices will be covered along with an attempt to discover best practices and cost effective solutions.

CRJ-932 - INTERNSHIP

Lecture: 0

OJT: 12

Credit: 3

A practical work experience under professional supervision in a criminal justice agency. Prerequisite: Completion of Criminal Justice core or permission of instructor.

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