CJ 3350 - American Jails and Prisons

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

Examines the American penal system with particular emphasis on history, management, operations, focusing on the contemporary, adult prison with a particular emphasis upon contemporary problems, issues, and dilemmas. Diversity topics such as integration of the prison work force by women and minorities as well as the problems of elderly, women, and minority inmates will be examined. Offered based on sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze the major components of the penal system and the fundamental processes that take place therein. 2. Examine the strengths and weaknesses of the system of corrections in the United States. 3. Identify the responsibilities and challenges faced by professionals working in corrections. 4. Enhance and further their critical thinking skills. Prerequisite: CJ 3270 (can be concurrently enrolled).

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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