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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Fall-Spring Semesters The course introduces students to the foundations of philosophical and moral thinking. These principles are then incorporated into criminal justice settings with cases and readings that focus on professional-oriented ethical issues encountered in the administration of justice. Prerequisite: CJA101. 3 credit hours.
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4.00 Credits
Fall-Spring Semesters This is the first course in the forensic science curriculum. It is designed as scientific overview of several areas of forensic science. Some of the areas of study are: history of Criminalistics, experts in the field of forensic science, fingerprinting, impression evidence, handwriting analysis, glass analysis, firearms, forensic serology, fire debris, and expert witnesses. Laboratory time is spent analyzing evidence discussed in several of these topics. 3 class periods. 1 three-hour laboratory (CJA231/FCM201). 4 credit hours. CJA295 Criminal Justice Research Methods I Fall Semester The course introduces students to research design most useful for the study of criminal justice problems, program evaluation, and policy analysis. The course will focus on the advantages and limitations and the appropriateness of specific methodological approaches. A grade of "2" or better is required. Prerequisite: CJA101. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Methods II Spring Semester This course is a continuation of CJA295 and is the second part of the research methods statistics sequence. The course reviews descriptive and inferential statistical techniques appropriate for use in criminal justice research. Students will be required to use these techniques when analyzing criminal justice datasets. A grade of "2" or better is required. Prerequisites: CJA101 and CJA295. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Fall-Spring Semesters An examination of the general principles of substantive criminal law including the general principles of criminal liability and the elements and defenses to criminal offenses. Prerequisite: CJA101. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Spring Semester This course examines the variations of punishment and patterns in female criminality vs. male criminality across age, class, and race. This course will also review the strengths and weaknesses of theories of crime as applied to women as victims and offenders and explores the occupational segregation by gender in criminal justice professions. Prerequisite: CJA101. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Asset Protection Spring Semester-Even-numbered years An examination of federal, state and local laws, which impact upon the protection of assets and the conduct of investigations. Standards of professional practice, licensing, administrative regulations, civil liability and law relating to employment practices will be covered. Prerequisite: CJA101. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Fall Semester This course examines the fundamental principles and practices of criminal investigation. Intelligence acquisition, surveillance, interviewing and interrogation, crime scene investigation, physical evidence, and the legal aspects of investigation will be addressed. Prerequisite: CJA101. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Fall Semester This course will provide students with a global perspective on the study of victimology and an overview of the history, development, and current treatment of crime victims by the criminal justice system. Topics include victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, child maltreatment, violence against the elderly, school and workplace violence, victims of hate crimes, and victims' rights. Prerequisite: CJA101. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Physical Security Fall Semester This course involves a comprehensive and critical examination of practices used by business, government, and non-profit organizations to reduce the harm associated with violence, theft, and terrorism. Prerequisite: CJA101. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Fall Semester Methods of scientific analysis are used in the investigation of fires, bombs and explosives, bullets and cartridges. Glass and document evidence are also examined. The value of the evidence and its presentation in court are discussed. Prerequisite: CJA230. 3 credit hours.
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