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  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course is a study of substance abuse in our society. Topics include the history and classifi cations of drug abuse and the social, physical, and psychological impact of drug abuse. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various types of drugs, their effects on human behavior and society, and treatment modalities. (F.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course introduces the components and functions of organization and administration as it applies to the agencies of the criminal justice system. Topics include operations/functions of organizations; recruiting, training, and retention of personnel; funding and budgeting; communications; span of control and discretion; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss the basic components and functions of a criminal justice organization and its administrative operations. (F.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course introduces the theories and fundamentals of the investigative process. Topics include crime scene/incident processing, information gathering techniques, collection/preservation of evidence, preparation of appropriate reports, court presentations, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, explain, and demonstrate the techniques of the investigative process, report preparation, and courtroom presentation. This is also available through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC.) ( Sp.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: RED 090 Corequisite: None This course introduces critical incident intervention and management techniques as they apply to operational criminal justice practitioners. Emphasis is placed on the victim/offender situation as well as jobrelated high stress, dangerous, or problem-solving citizen contacts. Upon completion, students should be able to provide insightful analysis of emotional, violent, drug-induced, and other critical and/or stressful incidents that require fi eld analysis and/or resolution. (F.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None The course covers the impact of the Constitution of the United States and its amendments on the criminal justice system. Topics include the structure of the Constitution and its amendments, court decisions pertinent to contemporary criminal justice issues, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss the basic structure of the United States Constitution and the rights/procedures as interpreted by the courts. This course is also available through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC). ( Sp.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course covers programs for convicted offenders that are used both as alternatives to incarceration and in post-incarceration situations. Topics include offenders, diversion, house arrest, restitution, community service, probation and parole, including both public and private participation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss the various programs from the perspective of the criminal justice professional, the offender, and the community. This course is also available through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC). ( Sp.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course covers basic knowledge necessary for gaining and maintaining employment. Topics include job search skills, work ethic, meeting employer expectations, workplace safety, and human relations. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully make the transition from school to work. (F., Sp., S.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student's program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. This course is also available through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC). ( F., Sp., S.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course provides work experience with a college approved employer in an area related to the student's program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. (F., Sp., S.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student's program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. (F., Sp., S.)
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