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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the American corrections system including its history, processes, purposes and goals. Course study will introduce the student to institutional and penal systems that include detention facilities, jails, prisons, and work release facilities. This course provides both a practical and theoretical perspective of the need and purpose for offender confinement and post-conviction jurisdiction within a free society. Supervision and management of confined and released offenders, juvenile and adult, will be reviewed. 3 lecture hrs/wk. S general informaion transfer education career & technical undecided contacts index maps
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3.00 Credits
This is an introductory course in forensic science. Forensic science or criminalistics applies the knowledge and technology of science for the definition and enforcement of laws, and to the solution of criminal offenses. Course study will include development of the principles and techniques used to compare and identify physical evidence collected at crime scenes. The course will explore the services performed by evidence collection teams as well as the activities of the forensic scientists in the crime labs. 3 lecture hrs/wk S
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the basic history, evolution and effects of terrorism on both domestic and international levels. Through historical and objective analysis the course is intended to provide a basic foundation for the root cause of terrorism and how terrorism is confronted by political, diplomatic, law enforcement and military intervention. This course provides a basic understanding of the various threats from terrorism, and the ability of terrorists to advance a political agenda, raise funds, and use the media to promote their vision ideology. 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/wk. W, Su
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Independent study on subjects outside the course curriculum or in-depth studies of a particular aspect of course content. Affords an opportunity for students with previous study in a subject area to pursue further investigations for credit. Prerequisite: Instructor, Department Chair, and Dean approval of study plan. Terms and hours to be arranged with the Criminal Justice Program Coordinator. 6 credits maximum total credit. 3 lecture hrs/wk.
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1.00 Credits
An overview of the techniques and approaches to crisis intervention for entry-level criminal justice professionals. Covers initial intervention, defusing and assessment, resolution and/or referral, with emphasis on safety. Includes personal effectiveness, recognition of threat levels, voluntary compliance, verbal and non-verbal communication, active listening, and mediation. 1 lecture hr/wk. S
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3.00 Credits
This course concentrates on the fundamentals of criminal investigation. The responsibilities of the preliminary crime scene investigator will be thoroughly studied. Areas of specific review will include: crime scene management; the collection, preservation, and recordation of recovered evidence; interview techniques; surveillance operations; follow-up investigations; report writing; and court procedures. 3 lecture hrs/wk. W
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3.00 Credits
The fundamentals of writing law enforcement reports including definitions, type, needs, and objectives. Emphasis will be on preliminary crime reports, arrest reports, evidence reports, and administrative reports. Students will obtain the necessary knowledge to investigate, interview, and distill general information into documented facts. 3 lecture hrs/wk. W
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an in-depth examination of the role and responsibilities of the first-level supervisor and manager/command officer in the specialized field of law enforcement. Principles of effective leadership, team-building and specific operational issues related to law enforcement are addressed in this course. 3 lecture hrs/wk. W
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an examination of the role of the U.S. Constitution in the development of criminal law and procedures. Emphasis is placed on relevant historic and political factors that have influenced constitutional criminal procedures, and the practical effect that case law has on the methods and extent which criminal justice community performs its duties. 3 lecture hrs/wk.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introductory perspective of the historical and contemporary aspects of juvenile corrections. Topics covered include the components of the juvenile justice system and its philosophy, functions and goals, the role of law enforcement, the courts, community based corrections, and custodial facilities. Included is an overview of the ongoing debate over the Balanced and Restorative Justice approach in the juvenile justice system, especially as it relates to safety/security issues and public concern. 3 lecture hrs/wk. S
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