CRJ 1720 - Correctional Institutions/Facilities

Institution:

Oakland Community College

Subject:

Description:

Equivalent to PLS 1720 (2003-2004) Prerequisites: CRJ 1010, CRJ 1060 The student will define the purpose of correctional institutions and prisons, including the differentiation between security levels and prisoner classifications. Treatment and rehabilitative programs will be discussed and evaluated. The management and organization of correctional institutions will be described, including the role of the warden, the deputy warden and the corrections officer. The custodial care and concerns will be defined, including the food service, clothing requirements and medical requirements of the institution. The safety and security issue will be described. The rights of prisoners and future concerns of incarceration will also be discussed.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oaklandcc.edu

Phone Number:

(248) 341-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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