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  • 4.00 Credits

    An integrated course examining the structure, synthesis and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic organic compounds and stressing the underlying principles of reaction mechanisms, kinetics, stereochemistry and detection techniques. The second half of the course (CH 222) is a continuation of the first half and includes the study of fats, carbohydrates, proteins and nucleic acids. The laboratory is designed to familiarize the student with basic techniques of organic chemistry including extractions, crystallization, distillation and chromatography, and the application of these techniques to qualitative analysis and synthesis. Prerequisites: CH 173-174. Hours of class per week: 3. Hours of lab per week: 3.
  • 3.00 Credits

    A survey of the historical and philosophical development of law enforcement; analysis of the court system; the criminal justice process; constitutional limitations placed upon the criminal justice system. The course emphasizes the interrelationship between these agencies and future trends in law enforcement. Hours of class per week: 3.
  • 3.00 Credits

    A survey of the history and philosophy of criminal law; the scope, purpose, definition and classification of modern criminal law; offenses against the person, property offenses; and a discussion of the relationship between the Constitutional rights of the individual and the protection of society. Hours of class per week: 3.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An analysis of the nature and purpose of criminal investigation. Discussion includes various methods of investigation, the interview, the interrogation of witnesses and suspects, collection and preservation of evidence, use of informants, techniques of surveillance and special investigation techniques, methods used in police science laboratory, ballistics, documents, serology, photography, and related forensic services. Prerequisite: CJ 103. Hours of class per week: 3.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Survey of the numerous and complex factors involved in the area of human rights. Topics covered include controlling racial prejudice in the community; the role of police as professionals; and examination of prejudice and discrimination and their effects and implications for police in a changing society. The course surveys the history and development of civil rights and liberties. Hours of class per week: 3.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The principles of administration and management as they apply to law enforcement agencies. A study of police organizational structure, responsibilities, and inter relationships; an analysis of staff line relationships and functions within the context of a police environment. Analysis of the functions of specialized units within police organizations, including police planning and research, patrol operations, internal affairs, and public relations. Principles of personnel management and supervision; police labor relations; consideration of alternative and comparative models of law enforcement organizations; the elements of organized crime and impact on police operations and management. Hours of class per week: 3.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to familiarize the student with the legal and historical aspects of private sector police. Special attention will be given to the differences between public and private sector police. Principles and practices related to internal loss prevention will be covered. The legal and ethical responsibilities of private sector police in relation to issues of safety and health. Hours of class per week: 3.
  • 3.00 Credits

    A course designed to expose the student to the history of, and theories behind, various types of correctional programs. The corrections field is comprised of many areas. The course explores the continuum of correctional services from probation to community corrections to institutional facilities, both the function of the facility and the inmate subculture, through parole. Further, the course addresses basic philosophical issues in corrections and focuses on the relationship between system goals and the needs of society. Hours of class per week: 3.
  • 3.00 Credits

    A practical, realistic, simulated prosecution of a hypothetical criminal case, from investigation through arrest, arraignment, pretrial hearings, trial and appeal. Students are required to engage in the same discretionary decision making as practiced by Police, Prosecutors and the Courts. The class prepares documents used in the prosecutorial process, including search warrants and their supporting affidavits, arrest and charging documents, pretrial motion and answering papers, and basic appellate arguments. Students engage in courtroom testimony and presentation of evidence through role-playing in simulated hearings. Prerequisites: CJ 103, 104, 105, permission of instructor. Hours of class per week: 3.
  • 14.00 Credits

    FA 14 s.h. The Criminal Justice Internship serves as a structure for the awarding of credit for prearranged academically applicable work experiences. Students who have satisfactorily completed relevant criminal justice courses may be placed with an approved agency on a part-time basis. Participation requires the approval of a Criminal Justice Instructor and the appropriate Academic Dean. Evaluation of the student's performance is the responsibility of the instructor. A maximum of eight (8) semester hours of credit may be earned by any one student. Prerequisites: Previous criminal justice relevant coursework, approval of instructor and Dean. Hours of class per week: To Be Announced.
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