CRJ 103 - Introduction to Corrections

Institution:

Niagara County Community College

Subject:

CRJ - Criminal Justice

Description:

The course will focus on the theory and practice of correctional institutions and their functions; the prison as a total institution; characteristics of various types of correctional facilities; problems of correctional methods, analysis of the prison community; adjustment to prison life; impact of institutionalization; corrections in the community and historical development. In addition, several site visits are planned to correctional institutions. (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

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.niagaracc.suny.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 614-6222

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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