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Crime Profiling. Three semester hours This course examines various types of crimes, in terms of offender profile, victim profile and stiuational elements, using both national crime and victimization data. Within each crime typoloy, data are utilized to examine the characteristics of the most likely offender, and the circumstances under which the crime is most likely to be comitted. pertient theories are examined, relating to both the crimes and offenders, by types of crimes. Responses to each type by law enforcement agencies are also discussed.%
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Courts and Criminal Procedure. Three semester hours. A survey of federal, state, and local judicial systems with an emphasis on pretrial, trial, and appellate criminal procedure. A description of court structures and roles of the judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, juries, and other court personnel. Prerequisite: CJ 101 or equivalent.%
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Criminal Law. Three semester hours. Introduction to the basic concepts, principles and the nature of criminal law. The course also examines the mutual relationships between criminal law and society.%
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Correctional Systems. Three semester hours. (1) A theoretical, historical, and pragmatic overview of institutional corrections, including the administration, design, and organization of adult prisons and jails and juvenile detention facilities and reformatories. An examination of punishment and treatment philosophies and objectives. Prerequisite: CJ 101 or equivalent.%
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Criminal Justice Internship I. Three semester hours. (1) An academically based work experience within selected agencies of the criminal justice system. The purpose of the internship is to provide an arena for the application of classroom principles within the context of the day to day reality of the criminal justice system. The internship includes field supervision as well as classroom experiences. Prerequisites: Junior standing with 12 hours in criminology, law enforcement, and permission of the instructor. NOTE: Students with previous work experience within the criminal justice system are not eligible.%
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Community-Based Corrections. Three semester hours. (2) A study of probation, parole, diversion, pre-trial release, and intermediate sanctions. A critical analysis of the statutes and policies relating to the administration of community-based correctional programs. Prerequisite: CJ 101.%
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Offender Reentry - Three semester hours Offender reentry is the process of transitioning offenders from prison/jail to the community. This course will provide students with an in-depth analysis of the issues impacting successful offender reentry, including employment, drug treatment, family reunification, and housing issues. In addition, this course will educate students about barriers and impediments to offender reentry such as voter disenfranchisement. Pre-requisites : CJ 101 %
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Senior Seminar in Criminal Justice. Three semester hours. (2) A review and discussion of significant current research and case studies in the criminal justice field. Examination and application of methods of transferring theoretical perspectives, knowledge, and skills from academics to the work environment. An overview of career opportunities, resume preparation, and job interviewing skills. Prerequisite: CJ 101, declaration as a Criminal Justice major, and completion of at least 90 semester hours.%
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Ethics in Criminal Justice. Three semester hours. A review of ethical theories and their application to the fields of law enforcement, courts, and corrections. The development of ethical reasoning, familiarity of professional standards and codes of ethics, and resolution of complex ethical dilemmas.%
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