| CJ-302 |
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| Introduction:
Law Enforcement & Criminal Justice |
3
Semester Hours |
A study of the history and
heritage of law enforcement and the Criminal Justice system in the
United States. Addresses contemporary police systems in the United
States and also police issues and constitutional law and legal
precedents. Discusses specific problems and people, including crime,
criminals, gangs and victims. An excellent learning experience.
[ Book
Required ]
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| CJ-304 |
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| Juvenile
Delinguency |
3
Semester Hours |
A study on how delinquents
and juveniles in need of supervision are handled within the juvenile
justice system. The nature and extent of delinquent behavior as well
as child abuse and neglect are examined. [
Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-310 |
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| Administration
of Justice |
3
Semester Hours |
A study of the judicial
procedure as it applies to national, state and local law enforcement
agencies. Also addresses: arrest, arraignment, preliminary
hearing, bail and jurisdiction of the course on all levels.
[ Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-311 |
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| The
Criminal Court System |
3
Semester Hours |
Course explores the roles of all the courtroom participants
such as the judge, prosecutor, defense attorney and the jury panel.
The curriculum provides insight into what happens in the courtroom
when a defendant is tried and some basic evidence rules that will be
followed for the admission of evidence. Course also explains the
various bail options available to arrested persons and what role the
bail bondsmen play in assisting the first time offender through the
court system. [
Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-329 |
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| Constitutional
Law |
3
Semester Hours |
This course focuses primarily
on the Fourth Amendment (reasonable search and seizure) and Fifth
Amendment (double jeopardy, testifying against oneself). It also
covers the Second Amendment (the people's right to bear arms). Cases
are also summarized. [
Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-335 |
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| Criminology |
3
Semester Hours |
Course is intended to provide
an overview of the sociological perspectives of crime and the
related aspects of human behavior. Topics covered include theories,
social-structural theories, methods of criminology, punishment, AIDS
and policing. [
Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-340 |
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| Introduction
to Corrections |
3
Semester Hours |
A study examining the entire
correctional system from law enforcement through the administration
of justice, probation, parole and correctional institutions.
[ Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-355 |
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| Community
Policing and Problem Solving |
3
Semester Hours |
This course discusses
up-to-date information on community policing and problem-oriented
policing. It explores operational perspectives and provides examples
of existing strategies and future considerations. [
Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-360 |
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| Introduction
to Police Administration |
3
Semester Hours |
Course begins with the
evolution of American policing and ends with changes and the future.
Topics include politics, organizational theory, leadership,
communication, human resource management and many others.
[ Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-370 |
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| Criminal
Investigation |
3
Semester Hours |
Course addresses major topics
including investigation techniques, crimes against persons, crimes
against property, organized crime, gangs and the investigators role
in the judicial process. Includes proven investigative techniques in
all forms of investigations. [
Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-380 |
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| Special
Topics in Criminal Justice |
3
Semester Hours |
(Subject to faculty
approval.) A project or an independent paper that will demonstrate
knowledge and understanding of a specific subject. |
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| CJ-425 |
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| Corrections
in America |
3
Semester Hours |
Discusses the dynamics of
corrections that encourages attention in the field. Includes
correctional context, practice and issues and perspectives.
Real-life examples are presented.
[ Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-435 |
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| Policing
in America |
3
Semester Hours |
This course provides an
overview of contemporary police work. It introduces students to a
better understanding of the relationship between police and society.
It also focuses on critical concerns facing American police.
[ Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-440 |
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| Criminal
Procedure |
3
Semester Hours |
Course provides
practical guidelines for criminal justice professionals with respect
to the legal aspects of their daily duties. Major issues addressed
are individual rights, criminal court system, arrest warrants,
consent search, to mention a few.
[ Book
Required ] |
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| CJ-445 |
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| Criminal
Evidence |
3
Semester Hours |
A study of important rules
concerning evidence. Focus is on the use of rules in criminal
proceedings. Includes: published sources of law, the rule against
hearsay, confessions, opinions, expertise and experts. Discussion on
scientific evidence is included. [
Book
Required ] |