Academic Catalog 2017-2018

CRJ 3703 Law of Evidence Leading rules and principles of exclusion and selection, burden of proof, nature and effect of presumptions, proof of authenticity and contents of writings, examinations, competency and privilege of witnesses. Prerequisites: CRJ 2013 or 2203 and 4123, 3053. (Rotating) CRJ 4003 Terrorism Semester Course; 3 lecture hours. 3 credits. A survey of the modern problem of terrorism with an emphasis on the political and religious nature of terrorist acts. Examines the his- tory of terrorism, domestically within the U.S. and internationally, the role of religion, the structures and operations of terrorist organizations, as well as counterterrorism policies and policy making. CRJ 4013 Comparative Criminal Justice This course examines how various countries around the globe organize their criminal jus- tice systems and satisfy police, court, and correction functions. It will provide students with an international perspective for understanding and appreciating the similarities and differences between legal traditions, criminal law and procedures, crime rates, and means This semester-long course is taught on-site at the Southwest Law Enforcement Academy, Bristol, Virginia, offering students an opportunity to gain practical training and acquire professional certification in law enforcement. Requires a GPA of 2.0 or above, junior sta- tus, and permission of the Department Chair; must be arranged at least one semester in advance. Upon satisfactory completion, awards 27 semester hours of elective credit in criminal justice. CRJ 4073 Critical Perspectives in Criminal Justice It will emphasize and measure the acquisition of knowledge of the American criminal jus- tice system, as well as a variety of applied skills including oral communication, effective writing, and decision-making skills. Prerequisite: SR Standing, Instructor’s Permission. Prerequisite: CRJ 2013 or 2203. (Every Spring) CRJ 4083 Juvenile Delinquency, Intervention, and Prevention This course investigates the etiology, treatment and prevention of juvenile delinquency in contemporary society. This course allows students to review various theories and apply current theory and research in order to understand the dynamics of juvenile delinquency and current methods of intervention and prevention. Students in the course review juvenile violence and crime in U.S. culture and focus on the potential causes for juvenile violence and crime (e.g., poverty, literacy, family, and community cohesion, and self) and the ef- fectiveness of the juvenile court system (recidivism, juvenile violent crime offenders, and incarceration). CRJ 4123 Substantive Criminal Law This course examines the philosophy of legal sanctions and the historical development from common law to modern American criminal law. Students will explore the classifica- tions and general definitions of crimes as well as common defenses to crimes. Prerequisite: CRJ 2013 or 2203. CRJ 4201, 4202, 4203 Academic Internship Students selected for this internship will assist course instructors through tutoring, showing videos, conducting study sessions, researching course materials, proctoring tests, grading of punishment. Prerequisite: CRJ 2013 or 2203. (Rotating) CRJ 4027 Professional Practicum in Law Enforcement

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