CJ 1330 - Criminal Law

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; or criminology, as well as those who may desire to learn about criminal law in society. Provides a foundational understanding of criminal law, including crimes and defenses, as well as the historical foundation, limits, purposes, and functions of criminal law, using lectures, videos, guest lecturers, and assigned text study. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define the major components of the judicial system and the fundamental processes that take place therein. 2. Explain the various facets of the system of criminal law in the United States. 3. Identify the responsibilities and challenges faced by professionals working in criminal law. 4. Discuss various key statutes of criminal law. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010, or ENGL 1010A, or ENGL 1010D (all Grade C or higher). 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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