Academic Catalog 2020-2021

CRJ 3233 CRJ 3113 COR 2012 Electives

3 SH 3 SH 2 SH

COR 3012 Electives

2 SH 16 SH 33 SH

Total

13-14 SH

Total

33 SH

COURSES OF INSTRUCTION

CRJ 2013 Introduction to Criminal Justice A study is made of the historical background to common law and criminal law including an overview concerning the structure of criminal justice and the enforcement of law. (Every Semester) CRJ 2203 Criminology (Same as SOC 2203) A survey of the nature of crime, criminal statistics, and theories of criminal causation and control. An examination of crime as a social problem. (Every Semester) CRJ 3013 Community Based Corrections This course introduces the student to the new philosophies within corrections to establish successful rehabilitation programs in the community and outside of traditional prison set- tings. Students will analyze different programs that are being implemented nationally to include electronic monitoring, boot camps, and restorative justice programs. Prerequisite: CRJ 2013 or 2203. CRJ 3023 Theories in Social Deviance (Same as SOC 3023) A survey of contemporary theories and concepts used to analyze, understand, and explain social deviance and its consequences for individuals and society. A presentation of several contemporary forms of deviant behavior that currently attract the attention of major soci- etal institutions. Prerequisite: CRJ 2203. CRJ 3053 Criminal Procedure An introduction to legal issues involved in the theory and practice of the criminal justice procedure regarding the accused from arrest to release. Prerequisite: CRJ 2013 or 2203. (Every Spring) CRJ 3073 Constitutional Law (same as PLS 3073) A survey of the United States Constitution including the origins, amendments, and inter- pretations of the Constitution; and the constitutional basis of legislative, executive, and judicial powers, as well as issues of civil liberties and the guaranteed rights of equality. Prerequisite: PLS 1013 or Instructor’s Permission. (Every Spring) CRJ 3083 Forensic Science This course introduces students to the application of science to criminal investigations. It surveys concepts that include forensic chemistry, fingerprint analysis, drug identification, hair and fiber evidence, DNA analysis, and arson investigation. Prerequisites: CHM 1024, CRJ 2013, and JR/SR Standing. (Every Spring) CRJ 3093 Social Research Methods for the Online Program (same as PSY/SOC 3093) It is the intent of this course to introduce you to the tools and techniques of inquiry in the social sciences. During the term you will be exposed to the vocabulary, the generally accepted yet varied methods, and the potential sources of error associated with the inves- tigation of social phenomena. We will discuss the constructs of sampling, measurement, research design, and data analysis as well as the very important process of forming a mean-

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