CJ 1300 - Intro to Corrections

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

For students interested in careers in law enforcement, adult or juvenile corrections, private or industrial security, law, or criminology. Examines corrections philosophy, history, punishment of offenders, and rehabilitation. Also identifies problems, issues and trends in the corrections system. Uses lectures, videos, guest lecturers and assigned text study. Develops a foundation for a career in corrections or law enforcement. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define the major components of the penal system and the fundamental processes that take place therein. 2. Describe the various facets of the system of corrections in the United States. 3. Identify the responsibilities and challenges faced by professionals working in corrections. 4. Compare and contrast varying correctional techniques. Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 (can be concurrently enrolled) or ENGL 1010A (can be concurrently enrolled) or ENGL 1010D (can be concurrently enrolled); and CJ 1010. FA

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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