CJ 1010 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

For students interested in careers in law enforcement, adult or juvenile corrections, law, private or industrial security, counseling, or criminology, and persons interested in the functioning of the U. S. criminal justice system. Examines the criminal justice system, police, courts, corrections, and related government functions and agencies. Identifies and explores problems, issues and trends in criminal justice. Uses a variety of teaching methods, including lecture, videos, guest lecturers and assigned text study. This course is required for the associate's degree in Criminal Justice and prepares students for bachelor's degree work. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define the major components of the criminal justice system and the fundamental processes that take place therein. 2. Explain the vital role each branch plays in order for the criminal justice system as a whole to perform its proper function. 3. Identify the responsibilities and challenges faced by professionals working in the principle branches of the criminal justice system. 4. Discuss the process of the development, enforcement, reformation, and behavior of law. FA, SP

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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