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3.00 Credits
Given the massive problems within our society caused by illegal drugs, such as addiction, abuse and the associated physical, mental, social, financial and family deterioration of drug addicts, this course seeks to educate students on the dangers attached to a variety of street drugs. The course will give students a glimpse into the world of drug users, addicts, traffickers, narcotics agents and drug policy makers. Students will leave the course with an understanding of specific illicit substances, their dangers, attendant legal issues, drug enforcement tactics and operations, addict rehabiliation programs and social policy issues. Three hours credit.
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A study and analysis of the methods, issues, problems, attitudes and beliefs of law enforcement personnel. Major issues associated with police work will be explored such as: the variety of investigational careers, patrol tactics, use of force, arrest, interview and interrogation tactics, S.W.A.T. and Rapid Response, search and seizure, stress management, corruption, agency oversight and administrative issues. Three hours credit. Prerequisite: CRJ 200.
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Courtroom battles between prosecutors and defense attorneys are analyzed as such conflict relates to the quest for justice. Issues are explored such as the role of judges/other judicial personnel and the structure of state and federal courts. Several famous, high profile trials are observed by students for analysis and critique relative to principles of justice. Three hours credit. Prerequisite: CRJ 200.
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This course acquaints students with many practical operational realities associated with police work via an "experiential"learning approach. The environment for this course occurs within the classroom of an actual police department wherein students are exposed to a variety of citizen academy subjects such as police patrol methods, death investigation, the crime laboratory and forensic methods, professional
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A theoretical and empirical approach to an understanding of crime and delinquency, with an emphasis on causes, treatment, and prevention. Three hours credit. Fall. Prerequisite: SOC 201.
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This course explores both criminal and procedural issues of law with an emphasis on the legal elements of the major violent and property crimes such as homicide, robbery, burglary, arson, sexual offenses and others. Three hours credit. Prerequisite: CRJ 200.
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3.00 Credits
A study of relationships between justice, crime and ethics in American society. An examination of ethical responsibilities and limitations in the criminal justice system, the role of law enforcement agencies, courts, punishment, and corrections in the administration of justice. Three hours credit. Spring.
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A study of the nature, scope, and function of corrections in America, including the evolution of correctional institutions and expectations. Emphasis will be placed on the public's role in shaping correctional practices, how the system of corrections is influenced by public policy and the clients it serves. Three hours credit. Prerequisite: CRJ 200.
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This course introduces students to the nature of computer crime and cyber-terrorism. Topics include: the specific types of such crime, threat assessment, security measures,
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3.00 Credits
The course is an exploration of the world of crime analysts and investigators. The nature of various roles in the investigative process will be explored, such as coroners, medical examiners, forensic personnel, investigators and others, as well as the methods and techniques utilized by these professionals in their quest to unravel the mystery of crime. Three hours credit. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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