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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to acquaint the student with a variety of issues, some controversial, that confront the criminal justice community. The emphasis will be on reading about these issues and then in-depth discussion in a seminar setting. In addition, classroom time will be spent on preparing the student for employment. In furtherance of this goal, there will be discussion of the employment procedure, with emphasis on the application process and oral interviews. Prospective employers will be invited to participate in discussions with students. Prerequisite: CJUS105
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3.00 Credits
This course studies the evolution of policing to the present day. Community policing is compared and contrasted with traditional policing organizations and management styles. Community policing theory and the identification of community problems underlying crime will be examined relating to the process and strategy of change. Problem solving effectiveness of community policing as a law enforcement strategy will be considered. A community service learning project for each student is an integral part of this course. Prerequisite: CJUS105 1-800-210-6932 109
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4.00 Credits
This course provides students with the knowledge of the principles of effective crime scene management. Topics include: physical evidence collection and preservation, laboratory analysis, legal and practical documentation of evidence, and criminal investigation protocols. Students will engage in extensive laboratory work and analysis, review of case studies, and hands-on work at mock crime scenes, which will prepare them to present the results of their crime scene investigations in court. The course is designed for students pursuing a career as a crime scene technician. Prerequisites: CJUS-105, CJUS-125 ("C" or better), CJUS department approval
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4.00 Credits
The second course in the crime scene reconstruction sequence, this course will build on the work in Crime Scene Reconstruction I. Students will examine additional and more advanced techniques related to the collection, preservation and analysis of crime scene evidence used in a court of law. This course provides students with the knowledge of the principles of effective crime scene management. Topics include physical evidence collection and preservation, laboratory analysis, legal and practical documentation of evidence, and criminal investigation protocols. Students will engage in extensive laboratory work and analysis, review of case studies, and hands-on work at mock crime scenes, which will prepare them to present the results of their crime scene investigations in court. The course is designed for students pursuing a career as a crime scene technician. Prerequisites: CJUS-105, CJUS-125 ("C" or better), CJUS-230, CJUS department approval
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3.00 Credits
Comparative Criminal Justice is an observation of the varying forms of law enforcement as practiced on an international basis. This course addresses the organization and practices of foreign law enforcement agencies and how they compare with the American system of criminal justice. Students will travel to Ireland to compare the policing experience of Ireland during the one-week spring semester break to that of the United States. Prerequisite: CJUS-105
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an opportunity for a student to work in the field of criminal justice. Students will spend a prescribed period of time working within a local criminal justice or public safety agency. Prerequisite: CJUS-105, 3.2 GPA, and CJUS department approval. 110 Washington County Community College
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3.00 Credits
3 class hours This introductory course will focus on the use of American Sign Language, including vocabulary and syntax, in both receptive (understanding) and expressive (signing) modes. Also to be addressed are deaf culture, community and folklore.
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3.00 Credits
3 class hours This course will provide an overview of interpretation of the natural environment and its important role in sharing outdoor educational experiences with the public, enhancing the quality of recreational experiences and programs offered by parks and recreation agencies. Examples of innovative and successful interpretive and environmental education programs will be described and discussed. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible to receive certification from the National Association for Interpretation.
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3.00 Credits
3 class hours This course is a complete competency-based keyboarding curriculum. Students must demonstrate proficiency by completely and accurately following written instructions under timed guidelines. Students will gain knowledge in document production such as letters, memorandums, and the basic office correspondence.
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3.00 Credits
3 class hours This course begins by introducing students to spreadsheet applications using Microsoft Excel. Spreadsheet basics will be taught that can be applied to any spreadsheet software with which the student may be confronted. The student will progress from introductory to the advanced features of Microsoft Excel. The student will learn to create charts, protect worksheets, create templates and outlines, create and edit graphic objects, create and filter lists, embed and share data, create and execute macros, create hyperlinks and utilize Excel's advances data analysis tools. Using spreadsheet programs to manage numerical and financial data and to analyze and evaluate information in business applications is emphasized. (Creating financial statements, preparing budgets, managing inventory, analyzing cost flow, etc.) Upon successful completion of this course, students are prepared for Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Expert Level certification. Students will demonstrate knowledge of understanding of business spreadsheet applications by completing a practical business spreadsheet as a final project. Prerequisite: CPT140 or permission from instructor.
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