CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CJUS 101 - INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEMS*
A survey course which examines the linkages which exist between and among the police, courts, prosecutors, corrections, probation and parole.
3 credits (3 lecture hours)
This course satisfies the Liberal Arts and Sciences requirement.
CJUS 201 - CORRECTIONS
An introduction to community, county, state and federal correction procedures and administration. This course examines punishment, rehabilitation and incarceration. Legal issues and the complexities of prison management are also explored.
Prerequisite: CJUS 101: Introduction to Criminal Justice
3 credits (3 lecture hours) spring semester
CJUS 202 - POLICING
This course will examine the role of policing in a democratic society. The roles, responsibilities and behaviors of police will be studied. This course also gives attention to ethics and appropriate use of discretion.
Prerequisite: CJUS 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice
3 credits (3 lecture hours) fall or spring semester
CJUS 220 - CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION I
An introduction to the science of criminal investigation. Students learn information/evidence gathering, surveillance, interview, interrogation, use of informants and instrumentation techniques used in investigations of arson, narcotics, sex offenses and larceny crimes.
Prerequisite: CJUS 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice CJUS 202 Policing or permission of the instructor
3 credits (3 lecture hours); fall or spring semester
CJUS 221 - CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION II
A continuation of the science of criminal investigation. This course addresses the information gathering, interrogation and instrumentation used in investigations of homicide, assault and explosions. Rules of evidence, fingerprints, castings, firearms, trace minerals and criminal profiles are emphasized.
Prerequisite: CJUS 220 or permission of instructor
3 credits (3 lecture hours) fall or spring semester
CJUS 230 – BASICS OF PENAL LAW
An examination of the penal code and legislatively imposed legal parameters on law enforcement and citizens. Students will learn how to read and evaluate laws, to differentiate between numerous degrees of similar offenses, and apply the laws appropriately.
Prerequisite: “C’ or better in COMP 101 Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CJUS 101
3 credits (3 lecture hours) fall semester
CJUS 231 - CRIMINAL PROCEDURE LAW
An examination of Criminal Procedure Law and its impact on law enforcement. Topics will include arrests, warrants, and rules of evidence. Court and Grand Jury procedures will be addressed.
Prerequisite: “C’ or better in COMP 101 Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CJUS 101
3 credits (3 lecture hours) spring semester
CJUS 235 – JUVENILE DELINQUENCY
Social pressures on children in our society that push them toward deviant behavior are focused on in this course. Power structure, class and caste urbanization, minority groups, and the effects of technological change concurrent with urban growth. Family, peer group, gang and slum subcultures as influences in development of the delinquent role. Methods of prevention, treatment and correction.
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or SOCI 101
3 credits (3 lecture hours) spring semester
This course satisfies the Liberal Arts and Sciences requirement.
CJUS 301 – CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION AND MANAGEMENT
This course addresses the scientific and legal components of crime scene management and investigation. Methods of scene control, evidence collection, documentation, photography, and investigation are explored. Laws and court decisions and admissibility of evidence are emphasized.
Prerequisite: CJUS 221
3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) fall or spring semester
CJUS 310- SERIAL MURDER AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course will examine the unique phenomenon of serial murder. Distinct from other forms of multiple murders, various types of serial murder will be studied along with definitions and ramifications and difficulties of apprehension. Other topics include the serial killer myths, race and gender, the impact of the media, profiles and possible criminological explanations. Students should be aware that due to the nature of the topic, graphic sexual and violent descriptions and images may be presented as part of this course.
Prerequisite: CJUS 202 Policing
3 credits (3 lecture hours), spring semester
CJUS 311- INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Interviewing Techniques in Criminal Justice addresses interviewing techniques of suspects and witnesses. Overcoming resistance, interviewing people under adverse or stressful circumstances and the detection of lies will be emphasized. Prerequisite: CJUS 221
3 credits (3 lecture hours) spring semester
CJUS 312 - VICTIMIZATION
This course examines the plight of victims and their relationships with the criminal justice officials and agencies, policymakers, victim right advocates, the news media, offenders, security businesses, and service providers. Practical responses to victimization will be discussed.
Prerequisite: CJUS 202 Policing or permission of the instructor.
3 credits (3 lecture hours), fall semester
CJUS 313 – SEXUAL OFFENSES
This course examines the roles of the criminal justice, treatment, and victim advocacy communities in the management of sexual offenses. The practical application of emerging research ad best practices will be appraised.
Prerequisite: CJUS 202
1 credit (1 lecture hour)
CJUS 314 – DIVERSITY WITHIN CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEMS
This course will examine the issues surrounding diversity within the criminal justice employment and its relations within the community and clientele, encompassing racism, sexism, ageism, and bias against the disabled. The role of media and special interest groups will be evaluated. The practical application of emerging research and best practices will be appraised.
Prerequisite: COMP 101 and CJUS 101 or permission of the instructor
1 credit (1 lecture hour), spring semester
CJUS 315 - WHITE COLLAR CRIME
White Collar Crime addresses the illegal, unethical or deviant activity of institutions or individuals conventionally considered respectable or of high status. Students will explore the policing, prosecution and impact of white collar crime.
Prerequisite: CJUS 202
3 credits (3 lecture hours) fall or spring semester
CJUS 316 – ANIMAL ABUSE INVESTIGATIONS
This course explores the complex physical and emotional components of animal abuse. Students will learn the basics of animal abuse investigations and the limitations of law.
Pre-requisite: CJUS 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice or permission of the instructor
1 credit (1 lecture hour)
CJUS 401 – EMERGENCY PLANNING AND RESPONSE
Emergency and security staff strategize and execute plans to prevent loss of persons and property for communities and businesses. This course will focus on planning considerations and technology, including the use of the Internet, GIS and GPS tools, direct and remote sensing, and warning systems.
Prerequisite: CJUS 221
3 credits (3 lecture hours) fall or spring semester
CJUS 402 – TERRORISM AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
This course addresses terrorism and its implications on law enforcement and domestic tranquility. The class will examine the terrorist profile and motivations. The impact of law enforcement’s response on civil rights will be emphasized. Prerequisite: CJUS 221 and junior status
3 credits (3 lecture hours) fall semester
CJUS 403 – PRIVATE SECURITY
This course will introduce students to the US Private Security Industry. Focusing on practical, real-world concepts, this course will address retail, business, employment, personal, premises, and other forms of security with professionalism and ethics.
Prerequisite: CJUS 301 Crime Scene Investigation and Management.
3 credits (3 lecture hours), fall semester
CJUS 404 – USE OF FORCE CONTINUUMS
Appropriate application of use of force to gain lawful compliance and personal protection impacts law enforcement and citizens. This course examines use of force continuums, emotional and physical impacts, the courts, and the public response.
Prerequisite: CJUS 202
1 credit (1 lecture hour), spring semester
CJUS 405 – CRIME SCENE PHOTOGRAPHY
The specialized skills of crime scene photography encompasses an understanding of cameras, lighting, filters and crime scene priorities. Video cameras will also be examined.
Prerequisite: CJUS 220 Criminal Investigation I
1 credits (1 lab hours)
CJUS 412 ARSON AND BOMB INVESTIGATIONS
This course addresses arson and bomb investigations including the science of combustion of liquid, gas, and solid fuels in fire and bombs. Specific scenes, such as vehicles, structures, and the wilderness, will be examined as a means to study the behavior of fires and the courses of investigation.
Prerequisite: CJUS 221
3 credits (3 lecture hours) spring semester;
CJUS 414 - INVESTIGATION OF STAFF MISCONDUCT AND WORKPLACE VIOLENCE
This course provides the theoretical and practical tools to investigate staff misconduct and workplace violence.
Prerequisite: CJUS 221
3 credits (3 lecture hours) fall semester
CJUS 449 - CRIMINAL JUSTICE INTERNSHIP PREPARATION
This course prepares the student for a full time internship in the criminal justice field. Also reviewed are career options within the discipline including law enforcement and private security. Job skills will be discussed.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of at least 90 credits of criminal justice degree requirements. Usually taken in the semester immediately preceding internship.
1 credit (3 lecture hours/5 weeks) fall or spring semester
CJUS 450 - CRIMINAL JUSTICE INTERNSHIP
The full-time internship is designed to immerse students into the Criminal Justice profession through an assignment at a pre-approved site.
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in CJUS 449 and successful completion of 107 credits of criminal justice degree requirements.
15 credits, fall or spring semester
CJUS 498 – SPECIAL TOPICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course examines current and special topics impacting the field of criminal justice. Offerings will vary each semester to address multiple topics such as Restorative Justice, Organized Crime, Technology in Law Enforcement and other current issues.
Prerequisite: CJUS 202 Policing or permission of the instructor.
1 credit (1 lecture hour, online, hybrid or lab hours) fall or spring semester
CJUS 499 – SPECIAL TOPICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course examines current and special topics impacting the field of criminal justice. Offerings will vary each semester to address multiple topics such as Restorative Justice, Organized Crime, Technology in Law Enforcement and other current issues.
Prerequisite: CJUS 202 Policing or permission of the instructor.
3 credits (3 lecture, online, hybrid or lab hours)