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An overview of the criminal justice system, its history and philosophy. This includes an analysis of the major components of criminal justice and their inter-relationship in the administration of justice. (3 lecture hours)
Survey of police patrol functions with emphasis on responsibilities of the uniformed officer, personnel distribution theories, community and problem-oriented policing strategies, police ethics and accountability, and the relationship between the officer and the community. (3 lecture hours)
An overview of crime prevention strategies from an individual and community perspective, including a discussion and analysis of neighborhood watch programs, home security strategies and personal security tactics. School based and age-specific community crime prevention programs and the application of technology to crime prevention problems are discussed. (3 lecture hours)
Vehicle traffic law, regulation and enforcement, fundamentals of accident causation, prevention and investigation. (3 lecture hours)
An overview of the goals, structure and operations of correctional institutions; sentencing trends and alternatives to incarceration; probation and parole; inmate life, prisonization and institutionalization; jail administration and community correctional programs. (3 lecture hours)
An overview of the nature of gang membership and structure; theories of gang involvement; legal strategies in gang prevention and intervention, with emphasis on gangs in suburban communities; legislative strategies and community gang prevention partnerships. (3 lecture hours)
An overview of security systems found in industrial, commercial, retail and governmental agencies; legal framework for security programs; internal business crime and its detection, apprehension and prevention. (3 lecture hours)
Theories, principles, and practices of private sector security and loss prevention in a post-9/11 world. Hazard and risk assessment methodology is addressed along with strategies for dealing with both internal and external threats. Industry best practices are incorporated throughout the course, while viewing the discipline of private security from both entry-level and management perspectives. (3 lecture hours)
Theories and practices pertaining to the relationship between private security and public law enforcement. Exploration of how these professions share many of the same goals, such as preventing crime and disorder, identifying criminals, and ensuring the security of people and property. (3 lecture hours)
An overview of the evolution of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in the U.S. and surveys the major policies, practices, concepts and challenges confronting the field. An analysis of various organizations under the authority of DHS and an assessment of the current threats from international and domestic terrorism will be examined. Examination of government, private organizations, and citizens involvement in protecting against and responding to terrorist threats. (3 lecture hours)
Forms of security including law enforcement that coincide with securing the United States from the potential threat of a terrorist attack. In particular, the areas of border security, transportation security, and overall physical security of persons and places will be emphasized. (3 lecture hours)
Examination of the threat of domestic and international terrorism and the complex origins, motivations, ideologies, goals and tactics of various domestic and international terrorist groups. Cultural, religious and economic influences on terrorism will be considered. Topical issues including state, political, and revolutionary terrorism, religious and apocalyptic violence, weapons of mass destruction, and terrorist tactics and targeting, as well as the practical strategies and approaches of counterterrorism. (3 lecture hours)
Examines theories, principles, and practices of emergency management, including the related processes of mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Evolution of emergency management and its practical application within government and private sector will be addressed. (3 lecture hours)
Development and history of the federal Constitution and Bill of Rights; substantive content of the amendments and corresponding state provisions; and emphasis on recent court interpretations and trends. (3 lecture hours)
An overview of the development of criminal law and the principles of accountability. This includes a review and analysis of substantive criminal law, the necessary elements of a variety of crimes, and related criminal defenses. (3 lecture hours)
The types and forms of evidence. Emphasis on the rules governing the admissibility of evidence in federal and state criminal courts. (3 lecture hours)
Criminal law and procedure related to alcohol use and abuse and other controlled substances. This includes enforcement, adjudication, sentencing and treatment aspects as they relate to crimes involving substance abuse. (3 lecture hours)
A comprehensive overview of computer-related crimes, including related reactive and proactive investigative strategies; programs involving computer technologies developed and utilized by criminal justice investigators, analysts and other professionals. (3 lecture hours)
An examination of the intersection between criminality and justice and how public perception about criminal justice is influenced by mass media. (3 lecture hours)
Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (3 lecture hours)
Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in coordination with and approved by the instructor. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required (1 to 4 lecture hours)
Study the history, development, organization, and operation of probation and parole and other community corrections methods as a strategy to address criminal offenders. (3 lecture hours)
Explores the process for developing, implementing, exercising, and evaluating continuity of operations for government entities in the event of a disaster. Emphasis is on being able to continue to supply services to constituents and customers while supporting staff and initiating recovery operations. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice 1145 or Criminal Justice 1148 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)
Exploration of the role of various public safety personnel in managing disaster response operations. The nature of disaster, complexities of disaster response operations, and the roles and responsibilities of various emergency management personnel will be examined through case studies. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice 1145 or Criminal Justice 1148 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)
Introduction to concepts, theories, principles, programs and requirements of emergency preparedness, governmental planning, practice, exercises, hazard and risk assessment, and team building. Students will also study the relationship of preparedness to response, emergency operations and incident command systems. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice 1145 or Criminal Justice 1148 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)
Overview of the history of intelligence for United States law enforcement officials who are charged with providing security for America to help prevent and respond to terrorist threats. Provides a basic understanding of the concepts, processes and disciplines associated with intelligence functions and operations in regards to Homeland Security. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice 1145 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)
Provides the student with the opportunity to examine current issues and social problems relating to the administration of justice in a culturally diverse society. Emphasis on the changing demographics of communities and the development of new training, strategies, and approaches to more adequately meet the challenges presented by working with diverse populations. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice 1100 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)
Major biological and chemical agents used in bio terrorism including their warning signs and symptoms, the legal aspects of bio security, threats to the food supply, and the government's assets available to respond to such events. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice 1145 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)
Fundamentals of investigation; search, collection, preservation and recording at the crime scene; sources of information; physical and chemical analysis and comparison techniques; and case preparation and courtroom testimony. (3 lecture hours)
Examines characteristics and theoretical explanations of patterns of criminality and society's response to crime. Includes patterns of various types of crime, how these are measured, and how these observations impact research, theory, and public policy. Issues include social response to crime including interaction among system, victims, and offenders. (3 lecture hours)
Basic police photographic techniques including legal and technical aspects of evidence photography. Application of photographic equipment, film and techniques to crime scene and evidence gathering problems. Additional emphasis placed on digital format photography, computer software and hardware, and digital video surveillance techniques. (3 lecture hours)
An overview of juvenile court jurisdiction, related procedures and their historical context; theoretical perspectives of delinquency causation and related prevention and intervention programs. (3 lecture hours)
Analysis of classical and current law enforcement organizational patterns, including an overview of the administrative processes within police agencies and management theories as applied to law enforcement administration. (3 lecture hours)
Contemporary critical issues related to crime and society; analysis and evaluation of recent studies and documents; methods of implementing research findings. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice 1100 or Sociology 1100 (3 lecture hours)
Study and techniques of forensic science as it relates to crime scene investigations. The procedures and practices of proper identification, collection, recording, preservation, and processing of evidence at crime scenes will be discussed. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice 1100 and Criminal Justice 2230 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)
Overview of theories to explain violence, methods used in the scientific study of violence, and important research findings about correlates, patterns, processes, and trends related to criminal violence. Exploration of case studies related to violence. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice 1100 with a grade of C or better or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)
Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice 1100 or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)
Course requires participation in Career and Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.
Continuation of Internship (Career and Technical Education). Course requires participation in Career & Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.
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