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3.00 Credits
Cross reference: SOC 243 Juvenile Justice addresses the changing definitions of delinquent behavior and juvenile justice by juveniles and the legal mechanisms that control it. The history and development of the juvenile court/justice system and the problematic situations sometimes created by such a system are addressed. In addition, the juvenile code, the court, law enforcement, and treatment institutions will be highlighted. (NMCCN CRJI 2603)
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3.00 Credits
Cross reference: SOC 245 Crime and the Media surveys the connection between the mass media, crime, and criminal justice in the United States. It will explore how the criminal justice system, criminals, and crime and are portrayed in the entertainment and news media and the effects that these portrayals have on society and the criminal justice system. Special attention will be given to the issue of media violence and its role in the social construction of crime and justice.
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3.00 Credits
Cross-reference: SOC 246 Understanding Gangs offers students a unique perspective on current gang issues with a comprehensive, interdisciplinary, understandable and contemporary format. Discussions will focus on contemporary studies and theories of gang behavior. We will also explore gender issues, race and ethnicity, gangs in prisons and schools, gang victimization, and prevention and intervention programs.
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3.00 Credits
Cross reference: SOC 260 This course explores the concept of organized crime: what it is and what it is not. It provides students with the historical foundations for understanding contemporary organized crime problems: their evolution, their development, and their current status. Myths associated with the Costa Nostra and other active organized criminal justice groups in America and abroad will be dispelled.
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3.00 Credits
Cross reference: SOC 262 This course is designed to analyze the current status of terrorism across the globe. Students will gain a working knowledge of the nature and degree of terrorist activities in the world. Topics will explore all major forms of terrorism, the patterns of similarities, important differences, and competing goals of terrorist groups. The course will focus on social behavior and how society can find itself giving birth to the circumstances that allow terrorism to emerge.
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credits) Th is course is an introduction to the structure and function of American courts. Students will explore the history and development of the court system and all stages of court proceedings. Th e course will examine the various roles of the courts' participants, trial by jury and other dispute resolution mechanisms, trial and non-trial processes, and the operation of petit and grand juries. Th e curriculum is designed specifi cally for students planning a career as a criminal justice professional. ( NMCCN CRJI 2503)
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3.00 Credits
Multicultural Law Enforcement is designed to assist all levels of criminal justice representatives in understanding the pervasive influences of culture, race, and ethnicity in the workplace and in multicultural communities. It will focus on the cross-cultural contact that police officers and civilian employees have with citizens, victims, suspects, and co-workers from diverse backgrounds. Special topics will include discussions of hate crimes, urban dynamics, community-based policing, and racial profiling. We will stress the need for awareness, understanding of cultural differences, and respect toward those of different backgrounds.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
As announced. (Workshops are graded on a Pass (P) or Fail (F) basis.)
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Co-op allows students a unique opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a paid, planned, and supervised work experience. It provides students an edge with their career goals by extending their learning environment, enhancing their self-confidence, and expanding their professional growth. Advance approval is required prior to enrollment. (See procedure on page 24.) May be repeated for a maximum of nine (9) credit hours.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
(1-3 Credits) As announced. (Course may be repeated for credit.)
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