0501-406 - Technology in Criminal Justice

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Rochester Institute of Technology

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Description:

This course develops understanding of theories, management processes, organizational capabilities and social implications of criminal justice technologies. Many categories of technology are considered, including tools and techniques used for: communications and records management, transportation and traffic management, apprehension and detention of suspected offenders and criminals, crime scene investigations and laboratory forensics, telephonic and physical surveillance, and weapons, special assault and protection tactics. Students consider the role of industry, government, and user groups in the historical development and legal/ethical use of specific technologies including less-than lethal. Special attention is given to information technology. Required course for criminal justice majors. Part of the criminal justice concentration and minor and may also be taken as an elective. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered regularly)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rit.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 475-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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