CRIM 155 - Introduction to Corrections

Institution:

Ocean County College

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Description:

Students will gain an overview and conduct critical analyses of contemporary correctional theory and practice. Comparisons of mainline American corrections with historical, cross-cultural, philosophical and non-traditional views of corrections will be made. Students will examine the various components of the system including prisons, jails, probation, parole and community corrections as well as controversial issues in contemporary corrections, such as prisoner rights, victimization, the death penalty and institutional corrections.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.ocean.edu/

Phone Number:

(732) 255-0400 ext 2804

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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