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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth examination of the historical and contemporary use of capital punishment in American society. The course explores arguments surrounding the death penalty, death row, the historical and modern execution process, constitutional issues, alternatives to capital punishment, and related topics. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010 or consent of instructor. Fall, even years.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the evolution and development of substantive criminal law. Topics examined include: common law vs. statutory crimes; elements of a crime; parties to a crime; criminal responsibility; and defenses to criminal culpability. Selected portions of the Vermont criminal code are also examined. Prerequisite: CRJ 2020 or consent of instructor. Fall.
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2.00 Credits
Supervised observations of criminal justice agencies. The student will become familiar with the criminal justice system through a sequence of monitored, short-term field observations. Regular class meetings and written reports required. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above, and consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Directed individual study of criminal justice topics. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice faculty approval is required before registration. Signed contract required at time of registration.
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3.00 Credits
An interdisciplinary study of criminal victimization and prevention. The course examines patterns of crime, offending, and victimization and how to use such information to prevent violent and property crime, including rape, domestic violence, and hate crime. Other issues to be explored include victimization theories, prevention programs, treatment of victims, and victims' rights and remedies. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010, SOC 1010, or consent of instructor. Fall. Odd years.
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4.00 Credits
An examination of organizational and management theory as it applies to criminal justice agencies. Among the topics examined are: the organizational environment, employee motivation, job design, communication in the workplace, leadership and the use of power, organizational socialization, and managing organizational change. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010, CRJ 2010, CRJ 2020, CRJ 2080, and junior standing. Fall.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to crime scene investigation. Topics covered include: the crime scene search; documenting the crime scene; types of evidence; techniques for recognizing, collecting, and preserving crime scene evidence; the crime laboratory; and introducing evidence in court. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010, CRJ 2020, or consent of instructor. Fall
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3.00 Credits
An examination of contemporary issues and research on women as offenders, victims of crime, and criminal justice practitioners. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010 or consent of instructor. Spring, every third spring, starting spring 2006.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the nature and function of civil & criminal law in modern society. Current legal issues and their relationship to social institutions are highlighted. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010, SOC 1010, or consent of instructor. Fall, even years.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the origins and development of the U.S. Constitution, particularly noting its significance in defining and limiting the authority of criminal justice personnel. This course will explore the role of the U.S. Supreme Court in developing constitutional law and examine key cases that have helped define the scope of 4th, 5th, 6th, 8th, and 14th Amendment protections. Prerequisite: CRJ 2020 and junior standing or consent of instructor. Spring.
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