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3.00 Credits
Traces the evolution of modern-day correctional thought in the United States, the development of institutional programs and architectural design, and the impact of theoretical and practical research on correctional standards and practices.
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3.00 Credits
Examines a variety of contemporary justice issues in order to study the economic, political, and social basis of crime. Using a critical reasoning model, students develop a methodology of analytical reading and writing in order to study how social problems relate to crime and public safety issues.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces the study of crime using mapping and special analysis to understand the relationship between geo-spatial environment and human habitation. Utilizes crime mapping techniques as well as quantitative and qualitative methodologies to explore topics of crime causation and analysis from a geo-spatial perspective. Pre-requisite: CRIM 100 & CRIM 102.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces the field of forensic science. Examines the application of science and technology to crime scene analysis. Explores the use of Utilizes computers, as well as the traditional laboratory equipment in criminal analysis. Pre-requisite: CRIM 100, CRIM 102, CRIM 175, and CRIM 232.
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3.00 Credits
Explores methods and techniques of investigation, with emphasis on criminal investigations. Covers crime scene search, development of leads, recognition, handling and preservation of evidence, witness identification, and techniques of interview. Pre-requisite: CRIM 100, CRIM 102, CRIM 111, and CRIM 232.
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3.00 Credits
Focuses on the procedural requirements of the fourth, fifth, and sixth amendments to the U.S. Constitution through a study of historical Supreme Court cases. Pre-requisite: CRIM 100 & CRIM 102.
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3.00 Credits
Examines issues and principles in criminal law utilizing legal concepts. Explores these issues and principles not only from the perspective of what is required (or prohibited), but from the implications and impact of the requirement or prohibition. Examines the systemic perspective as well as the manner in which various societal groups are advantaged or disadvantaged. Also covers conditions of pretrial release, grand jury, elements of offenses, affirmative defenses (such as insanity, entrapment), and sentencing and explores contemporary issues in criminal law. Pre-requisite: CRIM 100, CRIM 102, and CRIM 232.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces the scientific study of behavior. Uses a variety of behavioral problems to examine how criminologists study crime and criminal behavior. Pre-requisite: CRIM 100, CRIM 102, and CRIM 175.
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3.00 Credits
Studies the complexity of juvenile delinquency as a behavioral pattern through the examination of contemporary cultural and ecological environments and the differing theories of delinquent behavior. Examines the juvenile court and focuses on special constitutional and legal concerns facing juvenile offenders. Pre-requisite: CRIM 100, CRIM 102, CRIM 175, and CRIM 232.
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3.00 Credits
Covers general probation and parole objectives, methods, and procedures, including a working knowledge of the duties of the correctional treatment specialist. Explores the review and formulation of routine standard case studies and understanding of the principles and methods involved. Pre-requisite: CRIM 100, CRIM 102, CRIM 115, and CRIM 232.
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