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Descriptions and credit recommendations for all evaluated learning experiences
Varies (self-study; self-paced).
March 2021 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: explain and analyze various psychological and developmental factors that contribute to criminal behavior; recognize the various types of crime and typologies; apply research and theory to understanding concepts; critically analyze the relationship between criminal behavior and mental health; and describe the sources of information and measurements of crime, including their limitations.
Criminal Behavior (JUS-395) is designed to provide an understanding of criminal behavior and antisocial behavior from a psychological perspective. Contemporary research, theory, and practice concerning the psychology of crime will be explored. Students learn about the factors associated with the onset and maintenance of antisocial and criminal behavior.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Criminal Justice or Criminal Behavior (5/21).
Varies (self-study, self-paced).
May 2023 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the learning experience, students will be able to: explain the basic rules of evidence applicable to criminal cases; discuss various methods for impeaching witness testimony; describe the hearsay rule and its exceptions in detail; conceptualize how documentary and physical evidence is admitted at trial; and summarize the rationale for various evidentiary rules.
Criminal Evidence provides students with an overview of the rules of evidence applicable in criminal cases. Major topics include an overview of the criminal trial process; basic evidence concepts, with particular emphasis placed upon the Federal Rules of Evidence, evidence concepts including, but not limited to witness competency and impeachment, hearsay, admissions and confessions, circumstantial evidence, documentary and physical evidence and the exclusionary rule.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Criminal Justice, Political Science, or Pre-Law (5/23)
Varies (self-study; self-paced).
March 2021 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: analyze and interpret the diversity of social experience associated with criminology and social justice issues, especially as related to race, class, gender, age sexual preference, religion and nationality; assess competing theoretical approaches to criminology and social justice issues of publics with differing and multiple interests; specify structural or institutional sources of these criminology and social justice issues; propose and assess policies, interventions and/or modes of advocacy to enact positive change; articulate the applicability of employ a range of research strategies; and articulate the ethical and social justice implications of criminology and justice studies.
Criminology (JUS-185) provides an introduction to the field of criminology with an overview of the issues involved in defining, measuring, and explaining crime. Students study the field of criminology, examine general characteristics of crime and criminals, review early and contemporary theories that attempt to explain criminal behavior, and discuss crime in the modern world.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Criminology, or Criminal Justice (5/21).
Varies (self-study; self-paced).
March 2021 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: categorize the different types of drugs and their impact on individuals; describe the social implications of drug use in society; analyze the effectiveness of drug control strategies and policies; and differentiate drug types, treatment, and interventions used in the Criminal Justice System.
Drugs, Society, and Criminal Justice (JUS-250 ) is a study of substance abuse and crime. Topics include the history and classification of drug abuse, the impact of drugs on offense, and criminal justice strategies to manage drug abuse; identification of various types of drugs and their effect on human behavior and society, treatment modalities within the criminal justice system, and the impact of drug policy on society.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Criminal Justice, Police Science, Public Justice, or Criminal Justice Administration (5/21).
Varies (self-study; self-paced).
March 2021 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe the fundamental homeland security management theories; discuss the basic terminology and definitions related to homeland security understanding of emergency management in the United States; discuss the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the laws that provide DHS with its authority, including the U.S.A. Patriot Act; compare the critical components of safety and security for homeland security and emergency management; outline the homeland security advisory system and crisis communications; and explore technology and science efforts in homeland security.
Homeland Security and Terrorism (JUS-275) covers the historical and contemporary issues interrelating terrorism, intelligence, and homeland security. The course represents not only a robust scholarly approach to the study of terrorism but also incorporates the real-world experience of federal agents, police officers, and soldiers tasked with preventing the next terrorist attack on the country. It is designed to help students develop a working knowledge of people, ideas, organizations, and current issues in the field. The approach provides students with a unified and cutting-edge understanding of terrorism, intelligence, and homeland security and their interrelationships.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Homeland Security (5/21).
Varies (self-study; self-paced).
March 2021 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe the history and philosophy of the American criminal justice system; discuss the nature and extent of crime in America; analyze the impact and consequences of crime; evaluate the development, concepts, and functions of law in the criminal justice system; and describe the structure of contemporary federal, state, and local justice agencies and processes.
Introduction to Criminal Justice (JUS-175) is designed to provide an introduction to the criminal justice system with a primary goal of developing a general understanding of the criminal justice system and its response to crime in society today. Students explore crime in the United States, the criminal justice system (policing, courts, and corrections), and several special issues relevant to criminal justice today.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Criminal Justice, Police Administration, Forensic Investigations, Financial Crimes Investigations, Cybersecurity, Criminal Intelligence Analysis (5/21).
Varies (self-study; self-paced).
March 2021 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe the history and development of forensic science; outline the proper procedures for securing, assessing, and processing crime scenes; describe the proper handling, value, and capabilities of DNA evidence; compare the various types and analysis methods of physical and trace evidence; explain the fundamental analysis of ballistic evidence, tool mark, and other impressions; and discuss the importance of Serology and blood spatter analysis.
Introduction to Forensic Science (JUS-177)) examines the principles, theories, and practices of forensic science utilized within the law enforcement community and the American legal system. Forensic science is the study and application of science to the process of law and involves the collection, examination, evaluation and interpretation of evidence. Students will gain a basic understanding of the scientific and analytical approach to determining the evidence's value related to the court of law.
In the associate degree/certificate category, 3 semester hours in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Forensics, Law, or Forensic Biologic Science (5/21).
Varies (self-study; self-paced).
March 2021 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: outline the core issues and principles governing the operations of the criminal justice system; evaluate theoretical formulations that explain crime, its prevention and control, as well as the operations of the criminal justice agencies; develop in-depth knowledge of justice administration; describe the practices and principles of organization and administration of criminal justice organizations; outline the roles and functions of criminal justice personnel; identify and discuss ethical issues in criminal justice; and list the rights of criminal justice employees.
Justice Administration (LAW-275) is designed to familiarize the student with the theoretical and practical management perspectives embraced by the American criminal justice system. This will include the nature of criminal justice organizations, individual and group behavior within those organizations, processes inherent in those organizations, and areas of criminal justice reform.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Justice Administration (5/21).
Varies (self-study, self-paced).
May 2023 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the learning experience, students will be able to: discuss differences between the criminal and juvenile justice systems; describe the philosophical approach that led the juvenile justice system to become a system based on rehabilitative ideals; outline the advantages and disadvantages offered by a juvenile system based on treatment versus one based on punishment; explain current crime patterns and discuss the difficulties associated with the measurement of juvenile crime; summarize the effectiveness of court intervention programs; and outline the stages of the juvenile justice system.
Juvenile Justice provides students with an overview of the topic of juvenile justice, with a specific emphasis on the United States juvenile justice system. Other topics include examination of the history of the juvenile justice system, evaluation of how juvenile wrongdoing has been socially constructed as a problem, how the juvenile justice system deals with miscreant and delinquent youth, and exploration of the future of juvenile justice in America.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Criminal Justice or Parole Probation, Pre-law, or Administration (5/23).
Varies (self-study; self-paced).
March 2021 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe the origins and development of law enforcement; define traditional policing and police professionalization; provide a fundamental understanding of law enforcement and the law; compare and contrast basic policing functions and units; identify basic responsibilities of patrol and traffic; apply the laws of search and seizure, arrest, and interrogation; apply the principles of investigation and evidence collection; outline police discretion and behavior; examine policing in multicultural communities; describe the concept of policing the police; examine the concepts of community policing and problem solving; analyze the advances in policing and new technologies; and recognize the standards required for police recruitment and retention.
Law Enforcement in the 21st Century (LAW-250) examines difficult decisions that criminal justice professionals and agencies make in an environment of competing interests. The decision making of criminal justice professionals is often impacted by their internal as well as external forces. Emphasis is placed on addressing issues and concerns of our justice process in personal, agencies, social, and criminal justice contexts.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Police Science, or Police Administration (5/21).
