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3.00 Credits
Students learn how terrorism has been used as a political tool throughout history, and how terrorism has influenced the course of world events. Emphasis is on the political dimension of terrorism. This is a writing intensive course. Offered Fall
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3.00 Credits
The course covers the three types of crime analysis. The focus of the class is an overview of the theory behind the crime analysis process and an outline of some of the major issues crime analysts and crime analysis units must face. Emphasis will be placed on the examination of how research supports the use of crime analysis theory to enhance the productivity of police departments. Offered in the Online Crime Analysis Certificate Program only
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3.00 Credits
The focus of the class is a study of the crime analysis process through the utilization of applications software (Microsoft Office). The student will develop an understanding of the usefulness of the software and see how each component is applicable to crime analysis. Work will be collected, analyzed and presented through all aspects of the applications software, individually and in combination. Offered in the Online Crime Analysis Certificate Program only
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3.00 Credits
A study of management theories and their impact on law enforcement agencies. Topics include, but are not limited to, agency structure, management of personnel, fiscal management, and civil and criminal liabilities for police personnel. This is a writing intensive course. Offered Fall
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide the student with an overview of current terms and concepts that form the basis for all computer investigations. A comparative analysis of computer forensics and other criminal forensic sciences will be conducted to provide the student understanding of the forensics field. The student will become familiar with computer hardware, operating systems, programming and networking (including a comprehensive review of internet protocols and routing). The course will conclude with a review of typical computer crimes and common computer intruder methods. Offered Fall
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the various weapons available to terrorists that threaten America and the rest of the nations of the world. Modern applications of technologies by current foreign terrorist organizations will be included. Utilization of such weapons (chemical and/or biological) will likely require a multi-jurisdictional response capability from incident site first responders and possible U.S. military specialty response units. Cyber-terrorism has come of age requiring public and private coordination of responses to such attacks. Other weapon platforms of terrorism to be examined include radiological and explosives (dirty bombs) designed to create mass contamination of the population and surroundings. Resulting decontamination issues will be discussed as well as new tactics the instructor deems appropriate. All shall be covered with students learning about the various means used by terrorist to create fear and death. This is a writing intensive course. Offered Spring
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3.00 Credits
This course will introduce information security as an essential component in our war against terrorism. All information must be secure or the probability of winning the war will be diminished. With advances in technology and software, cyber-terrorism has become very real. Computer hackers and terrorists can shut down our nation’s most critical infrastructures. There can be no doubt that cyber-terror can pose a very real threat to this nation’s security. Students will become familiar with the entire arena of information security. Offered Spring
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3.00 Credits
Every level of government bears responsibility for emergency response. A systematic analysis of the public agencies and an overview of organizations involved in homeland security will be covered in this course. Topics such as threat assessment, risk analysis, incident management systems, coordinating with supporting agencies, response procedures, the planning function, coordinated government efforts, crime scene operations, prevention strategies, response protocols, evacuation, medical support, and conducting an effective follow-up analysis will all be covered. This class will prepare the student with information necessary to respond to terrorist acts. Offered Fall
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the foundations of information systems and their expanding role in the business environment. It is designed to provide an introduction to the role of information technology as the principal tool of the Information Age. This course will also introduce the student to the system analysis and design process. Topics will include analyzing a business case, requirements modeling, data and process modeling, and development strategies, with an increased focus on object modeling and project management. Students also learn about output and user interface design, data design, systems architecture and implementation, and systems operation, support and security. A case study based approach will be used to further explain the concepts covered. Offered Spring
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3.00 Credits
Study of national and international criminal justice systems with emphasis on law enforcement. The historical, cultural, and operational similarities and differences will be explored. Contemporary research relating to law enforcement, adjudicative, and correctional systems will be considered. Offered Fall
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