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The Criminal Justice program prepares graduates for careers in one of the fastest growing disciplines in the United States today. The demand for personnel in the areas of correction, probation, parole, security and law enforcement is projected to remain high well into the 21st century.

Offering a bachelor degree, the curriculum is broadly interdisciplinary in nature, combining the study of the humanities, law, natural, behavioral and social sciences, and seeks to balance theoretical inquiry with applied knowledge. Off-campus internships are an important part of the degree programs, providing students with first-hand knowledge of the criminal justice system. Students interested in forensics may also want to pursue our forensic psychology minor.

Interested in learning more? Contact the admissions office at admissions@mountida.edu for more information.

MSUM’s Criminal Justice Program is a multidisciplinary major with classes from several departments. Students, working with a faculty advisor, have significant flexibility to choose their coursework. Six classes are required and remaining classes are tailored to each student’s interests in criminal justice. Students interested in Law Enforcement usually do additional coursework.

The basic philosophy of the major is to provide a broad background in the social sciences. Our graduates understand that the criminal justice system involves more than formal criminal procedure. This social science background teaches students about the many ways criminal justice issues and practices relate to what is occurring in the larger society.

Some of the topics studied include criminal law, relationships between law and the larger society, victim issues, how the courts operate, why people commit juvenile and adult crimes, and the psychology of abnormal individuals.

There is a separate Law Enforcement track for students seeking peace officer careers in Minnesota. This track is certified by the Minnesota Peace Officers Standards and Training Board (POST). Minnesota is a leader in law enforcement and the Minnesota standards for entering law enforcement careers are among the most rigorous in the nation. Most MSUM graduates perform very well on the entrance examination.

Criminal Justice students take classes in sociology, psychology, political science, and sometimes social work. It is common for students to major in both criminal justice and one of these four disciplines.

Career Opportunities
Students majoring in criminal justice are well prepared for careers as probation officers, as correctional counselors and as police officers. Graduates are also qualified to work as prison staff, as researchers and as professionals in other areas of the system. Each year, several graduates go beyond the bachelor’s degree and attend law school or graduate school. MSUM criminal justice graduates have made impressive careers in police departments throughout Minnesota and North Dakota, in county and state probation offices and in counseling positions. Some very good students are in federal law enforcement agencies.

In the past decade, internships have become almost mandatory to secure probation and other corrections positions. They are currently becoming critical in law enforcement. Internships, while not required, are therefore strongly recommended. They are best done during the summer between a student’s junior and senior year, but may be done any time after a student becomes a junior.

Program Benefits
A four year Bachelor of Arts degree that emphasizes both high professional standards and an intellectually rigorous approach to criminal justice.
A program that allows a second major in a social science.
Excellent law enforcement career preparation.
Excellent correctional career preparation.
Excellent preparation for law school and other professional and graduate work.
Sufficient flexibility to accommodate unique student interests.
Excellent faculty contacts with local and state agencies.
An active criminal justice student association.
Available computer labs and student tutors.
Regular field trips and invited guest speakers.
Opportunities for students to work with faculty on social research.

These are difficult times. In this post 9/11 world, issues are serious, solutions complex and the need for professionals and leaders is growing. While crime and security are of constant concern, interest in Criminal Justice is up. The timing is right. Enroll in Molloy College’s Criminal Justice Program and make a difference in the real world.

Criminal Justice is the only program where you will study the relationship between social and legal forces in society while developing an understanding of the nature and consequence of crime. You will discover it’s both a timely and interesting major, full
of exciting career opportunities.

Unlike other institutions of higher learning, our Criminal Justice Program is optimized in size to ensure a maximum quality education for you. We allow and encourage you to develop intellectually while acquiring the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities employers are looking for.

The Molloy College Criminal Justice faculty is comprised of scholar practitioners from areas like law enforcement, the legal field and the corrections system. They will immerse you in a curriculum that covers all the significant areas of Criminal Justice and gives you an outstanding foundation into criminal behavior, the law and how the criminal justice system works.

Our faculty is dedicated to providing you with an enriched educational experience comprised of classroom and experiential learning. You will be guided to take those courses designed for your individual objectives and to prepare for the future of your choice – local and state law enforcement, the legal world, court system or maybe Homeland Security.

Our curriculum extends beyond the classroom with internships in the real world. Field placement will heighten your learning experience and give you the backdrop to use all the valuable lessons you have mastered in the classroom. Earning your degree will prepare you for both graduate studies and a fulfilling career.

As a Criminal Justice major, your campus life at Molloy College includes participation in special activities such as student government, numerous collegiate clubs and Alpha Phi Sigma - the National Honor Society in Criminal Justice. Are you already involved in Fire Service or the Criminal Justice System? If so, we have scholarships available.

At Molloy College, we set you up for success. We will tailor a program to meet your needs, your schedule and your plans for a bright future. You only get that kind of personal, individualized guidance here. Go ahead. Get your degree in Criminal Justice from Molloy College. Start something.

CRJ 501 MODERN AMERICAN JUSTICE
This course provides an overview of current American criminal justice theories and practices. The focus of the class is on developing an in-depth understanding of criminality and police practices with respect to American justice. Particular emphasis will be placed on practical applications. Current theoretical approaches to understand American justice will be studied as well as modern American policing. 30 lecture hours per semester.
3 Credits.

CRJ 502 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW AND LEGAL ISSUES
This course will critically examine constitutional and legal issues which are essential components of the modern criminal justice system of the United States. In recent decades, court cases and legislation have had a profound impact in shaping our modern criminal justice system. Examples of court cases and their progeny that will be examined include Miranda v. Arizona, Terry v. Ohio and Mapp v. Ohio among others. Theories on the judiciary will also be examined such as the additional model versus the legal model of jurisprudence. 30 lecture hours. 3 Credits.

CRJ 503 RESEARCH METHODS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course provides the student with a graduate-level introduction to criminal justice research, statistics, and methodologies. Criminal justice research keeps policy makers and social scientists informed of vital updates in the field. As such, research techniques and methods will be strongly emphasized. Both qualitative and quantitative studies will be critically analyzed. In addition, the course will closely examine the scientific method and how this method influences research. Prerequisites: Undergraduate statistics course or permission of Director. 30 lecture hours per semester. 3 Credits.

CRJ 504 ETHICS AND MORALITY IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Ethics and morality are incorporated into every aspect of criminal justice. From the police officer patrolling the street, to the parole officer checking on his/her parolees, the role of ethics and morality should not be underestimated. This course examines real-life ethical decisions that occur everyday in the criminal justice field. Using case studies and hypothetical scenarios, the student will be able to understand the complexities of criminal justice ethics. 30 lecture hours. 3 Credits.

CRJ 510 VIOLENCE IN AMERICAN SOCIETY
Violence has become commonplace to Americans. This course will provide an overview of the nature of American society and explore why American society, in particular, is so violent. This course will examine violence through case studies of American violence including: workplace violence, relationship violence, child abuse, organizational violence, school violence, gang violence, militia violence, serial killers, and other types of violence. Prerequisites CRJ 501 and CRJ 503. 30 lecture hours per semester. 3 Credits.

CRJ 511 CRIMINAL JUSTICE TECHNOLOGY
Technology has revolutionized the field of criminal justice. From policing to after-the-fact crime analysis, the use of technology has greatly advanced the war on crime. Some hands-on examples of these techniques will be demonstrated; DNA fingerprinting, photographic imaging, bomb detection, and other developments in technology will be covered. Additionally, technology has also created severe problems for law enforcement. The availability of information to construct Weapons of Mass Destruction or even fairly destructive bombs are now commonplace. Also, criminals have the ability to commit crime transnationally using computers. Such problems for law enforcement will be closely examined. Prerequisites: CRJ 501, 503, and permission of the Director. 30 lecture hours per semester. 3 Credits.

CRJ 512 DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL TERRORISM
This course provides an overview of terrorism with a focus on the United States. It will examine the history, the threat of terrorism on U.S. soil, efforts by American officials at identifying priorities and solutions, future threats, and the impact on society. Prerequisites: CRJ 501 and CRJ 503. 30 lecture hours per semester. 3 Credits.

CRJ 513 Modern Law Enforcement
This course provides a thorough survey of modern law enforcement agencies and practices and how these aspects have evolved over time. Topics include the professionalization of police officers, community policing, broken windows, Compstat,
and how these influence law enforcement administration and procedure. Prerequisites: CRJ 501. 30 lecture hours per semester. 3 Credits.

CRJ 514 SURVEY OF INTERNATIONAL MODERN JUSTICE SYSTEMS
This course will survey various justice systems throughout the world. It will focus on a wide variety of countries: India, Brazil, China, Nigeria, Russia, United States, and others. Each country’s system will be explored and evaluated. Specific issues regarding each country will be addressed. For example, the Russian Federation, as a new democracy, is dealing with many problems, especially but not exclusively, corruption. These issues will be closely examined country by country. Additionally, the interconnections between countries and the handling of transnational crime will be addressed. Prerequisites: CRJ 501 and CRJ 503. 30 lecture hours per semester. 3 Credits.

CRJ 515 ADVANCED CRIMINAL JUSTICE INTERNSHIP
This course provides an internship in a criminal justice agency. This course provides a real-life experience in the field. The student will spend a minimum of 150 hours interning in a criminal justice agency performing supervised fieldwork. The student will learn through both observation and some participation. This class is designed for those who are not criminal justice practitioners. Prerequisites: CRJ 501 and permission of Director. 3 Credits

CRJ 516 ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODS AND STATISTICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course provides an in-depth overview of advanced criminal justice research methods. The topics covered include the use of multivariate statistics as well as additional advanced
methods. The student will utilize advanced methods in writing their own research paper. The importance of scientific research in criminal justice will be stressed. The course is designed for students interested in research and perhaps advancing to the doctoral level of study. Prerequisites: CRJ 501, CRJ 503, undergraduate statistics course, and permission of Director. 30 lecture hours per semester. 3 Credits.

CRJ 517 IDEOLOGY, SOCIOECONOMICS, AND POLITICS OF CRIME AND TERRORISM
The role that ideology and socioeconomic factors play in crime and punishment are enormous in American society. This course will analyze how the topic of crime traditionally
has been used by politicians seeking public support. The influences that social and economic factors have on criminal behaviors and criminal justice reactions will be investigated. Additionally, this course will focus on how terrorism is used as an ideological and political pawn, and how this “use” of crime and terrorism is received by the public when these political promises fail. Prerequisites: CRJ 501. 30 lecture hours per semester.
3 Credits.

CRJ 518 MODERN CORRECTIONAL SYSTEMS
In American society, the reliance on formal social control mechanisms to restrict unwanted behaviors is exceptional. The United States has one of the most populous criminal justice
systems in the world. Strategies employed by correctional 13 agencies to change behaviors will be explored. Discussion will focus on both traditional and non-traditional methods. Emphasis will be placed on evaluating and critiquing these strategies. Prerequisites: CRJ 501. 30 lecture hours per semester. 3 Credits.

CRJ 590 ADVANCED TOPICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course will focus on topics, updated each semester, that reflect the ever-changing and evolving field of criminal justice. These topics will not duplicate issues discussed in other criminal justice graduate course. Discussion of the topic will include an in-depth analysis of research findings in the field. Prerequisites: CRJ 501. 30 lecture hours per semester.
3 Credits.

CJ 191 - Criminal Justice Seminar I: A basic seminar course designed to acquaint students with career opportunities in the criminal justice system and orientate them to the University level studies. (1)

CJ 192 - Criminal Justice Seminar II: A basic seminar course designed to familiarize students with general issues in the criminal justice system. (1)

CJ 281 - Intro Criminal Justice System: An introductory course designed to familiarize students with the workings of the various subsystems of the criminal justice system and how they interact: Law Enforcement, Courts and Corrections. (3)

CJ 382 - Criminology: Explanation of crime and its context: extensive coverage of past and present theories; a survey of crime prevention and strategies. (3)

CJ 383 - Criminal Law: An introductory course designed to familiarize students with substantive criminal law. The scope and sources of criminal law, essential elements of a crime, criminal liability, criminal responsibility and capacity to commit a crime, defenses, criminal punishment, criminal jurisdiction are some to the topics covered in the course. (3)
CJ 384 - : A comprehensive review of law enforcement systems and practices, starting from history of law enforcement to the discussions of recruiting procedures, training, operational functions, such as, patrols, investigations, and strategies for controlling police corruption and brutality. Other pertinent law enforcement issues will be covered in the course. (3)

CJ 385 - Court Systems & Practices: An extensive review of the federal and state court systems. Starting from the history of the court system to staffing. The procedures for the appointment of justices and judges, and the actual operations and practices of the courts will be extensively examined. Other pertinent court related issues, such as a plea bargaining, sentence disparities and the future of the courts will be examined. (3)

CJ 386 - Correctional Systems/Practices: Starts with a survey of the history of corrections. Examines all relevant correctional practices such as security and control in prisons, treatment in prison classification systems, prison industries, prison congestion and remedies, the pros and cons of private prisons, and also an extensive examination of community based corrections, including probation and parole. (3)

CJ 387 - Juvenile Justice System and Practices: A comprehensive survey of all facets of the juvenile justice systems and practices. Starts with the origins of the juvenile system. Examines theories of deliquency, and reviews juvenile courts, prosecutions, juvenile rights, and corrections. Comparative juvenile justice systems and the future of the juvenile justice systems are also examined. (3)

CJ 388 - Private & Industrial Security: Extensive survey of the history of private and industrial security. Recruitment training, operational and admini- strative practices are extensively reviewed, physical security systems are examined. The future of private and industrial security is also covered in the course. (3)

CJ 389 - Criminal Investigations: An extensive examination of the investigation process to include: historical origins of criminal investigation, the investigative method, note taking and reporting, crime scene focus, interviewing, the sources of information, special investigation, investigation in court, and the future of criminal investigation. (3)

CJ 390 - Introduction Statistics Criminal Justice: A statistics basic course designed to introduce criminal justice students to descriptive, inferential statistics, and measures of associations. (3)

CJ 391 - Introduction to Cybercrime: A comprehensive examination of crimes committed with the use of computers and strategies for preventing, controlling, and investigating such crimes. (3)

CJ 392 - Introduction to Forensic Science: A comprehensive introduction to Forensic Science practices as they apply to criminal investigations. Explanation of crime and its context, including an extensive coverage of each of the major criminological perspectives/theories. (3)

CJ 393 - Criminal Procedure: An extensive review of criminal procedure. Begins with a brief discussion of the courts and the criminal justice system. The course covers the exclusionary rule of probable cause; arrest, searches and seizures; identification and interrogation; constitutional rights and rules during trial; and legal liabilities of law enforcement offices. (3)

CJ 394 - Terrorism and Homeland Security: A survey of the history of national and international terrorism, and homeland security. Motives of terrorists, operational strategies and control strategies will be covered. (3)

CJ 395 - Aviation and Airport Security: An extensive examination of Aviation and Airport Security Systems and Practices, with special attention on how to prevent terrorist activities. (3)

CJ 480 - Administration and Management of Criminal Justice Organization: An overview of a broad set of concepts, research, and practices surrounding management and administration of criminal justice. Offers a systemwide perspective that considers how management issues run through th entire criminal justice system. (3)

CJ 481- Comparative Criminal Justice: An extensive coverage of major foreign criminal justice systems. Particular focus on government, police judiciary, law, corrections, and juvenile justice.

CJ 482 -Police Organization and Management: A comprehensive survey of police organization and management skills, which covers development and management theories, organization and structure, behavior, motivation and job design, including leadership theory and practice. The future of police organization and management is also covered. (3)

CJ 483 -Organized Crime: A comprehensive study of the past and present of organized crime. Topics covered include: history of organized crime, the business of organized crime, organized crime in labor nad drugs, law and law enforcement response to organized crime, organized crime committees, commissions, and policies. (3)

CJ 487-Victimology: A comprehensive study of the victims of crime, including their characteristics per crime and their relationship with their perpetrators. Compensation programs and victimization studies will be covered. Other victi-related contemporary issues will also be examined. (3)

CJ 488- Research Methods: An introductory course to research methods in criminal justice. This course covers experiments, surveys, field research, unobstrusive research evaluation, and analysis. (3)

CJ 491- Criminal Justice Seminar III (Professionalism and Ethics): An advanced seminar course designed to teach professionalism and ethics in criminal justice. Topics to be discussed include general requirements for professionalism, morality, values and ethics. The course will involve a series of student library assignments and class presentations. (1)

CJ 492 -Seminar in Criminal Justice Ethics and Career: An advanced seminar course designed to expose graduating seniors to job search.

CJ 493 - Criminal Justice Internship: An internship course designed to familiarize students with the practical workings of a selected agency of the criminal justice system. Recommended to be taken in the summer months so as not to interrupt student’s regular course load during the regular semester if the student so desires. The internship consists of a tour of duty in any criminal justice agency for not less than two months in the summer or three months in the spring or fall. Internship may be substituted with regular courses if a student, after genuine efforts, is unable to secure a placement. The substitution must be approved by the department chair. A total of 240 hours is required (30 hours per week in Summer I and II, and 20 hours per week in the Fall or Spring semesters). (6)

CJ 494 - Reading and Independent Studies in Criminal Justice: This course is designed for advanced students in criminal justice. Students must be capable of conducting independent studies. Registration upon approval of the department chair. (3)

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Welcome to the Criminal Justice Program. The criminal justice major is designed to meet the needs of students considering a career in the criminal justice system. It provides students with an understanding of the Criminal Justice System (CJS) and how this system operates w/in American society. The program of study has an interdisciplinary liberal arts focus. The major fosters an appreciation for the value of diversity, the commitment to social justice, and the enhancement of critical thinking. The program offers a variety of courses that help students understand the structure and philosophy of the American CJs, including the causes of crime and delinquency, theories of crime prevention and control, the nature and theory of law enforcement, the organization and operation of criminal courts, the philosophies and practices of correctional programs, as well as the nature and sources of criminal law.

The curriculum is both theoretical and practical, and prepares students for successful criminal justice careers. The curriculum includes a significant internship experience in a criminal justice setting. Police certification is also available.
Criminal Justice (CRMJ) Program Broad Goals:

The Criminal Justice major will:
Prepare students for a successful career in the Criminal Justice System.
Prepare students in understanding the structure and philosophy of the American Criminal Justice System, including the causes of crime and delinquency, theories of crime prevention and control, the nature and theory of law enforcement, the organization and operation of the criminal courts, the philosophies and practices of correctional programs, as well as the nature and sources of criminal law.
Prepare students to value diversity, the commitment to social justice and the enhancement of critical thinking.

Criminal Justice (CRMJ) Program Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon graduation:
Students will communicate effectively - orally and in writing - in an appropriate manner both personally and professionally.
Students will be able to utilize, evaluate and conduct research in the social sciences.
Students will be able to analyze, evaluate and respond to ethical issues from an informed personal, professional and social value system.
Students will be demonstrate and value responsible citizenship through service resulting in personal growth and community influence.
Students will be able to compare, analyze and appreciate the significance of social location (e.g., gender, race, ethnicity, social class, etc.) as it relates to the experience, perspective and behavior of self and others.
Students will be able to utilize the theories and philosophies of the Criminal and Juvenile Justice Systems to analyze and evaluate various situations faced by practicing professionals, including prevention and control.
Students will be able to describe and evaluate the functions and operations of the components of the Criminal and Juvenile Justice Systems, as well as their overall organizational structure.

The Master of Arts in Criminal Justice degree requires a minimum of thirty-one credit hours, including the completion of a master’s essay.

Curriculum Objectives

Through their coursework, students develop an understanding of the complexities involved in the functioning of the criminal justice system. They learn how to conduct and evaluate applied research used by policy makers and criminal justice professionals. The close association among WRICOPS, WSICOP, DGSS and the Criminal Justice program affords students the opportunity to engage in meaningful research and gain experience working with a variety of criminal justice agencies—in law enforcement, courts, and corrections.

This training prepares students to meet the primary need faced by the criminal justice system: well-educated professionals capable of making policy decisions based on up-to-date research and theory. Students earning their MA in Criminal Justice at WSU Spokane are also well prepared to continue their studies in pursuit of a PhD.

Program requirements

Pol S/Crm J 503: Introduction to Political Science Research Methods

Crm J 530: Criminal Justice: Processes and Institutions

Crm J 504: Quantitative Methods in Political Science and Criminal Justice

Crm J 555: Seminar in the nature of Crime

Two courses in the area of policing, corrections, or courts

Master’s candidates round out their program with electives and with the completion of a master’s essay developed in cooperation with the student’s committee.

Two core and two elective courses are offered each semester, rotating such that students can complete the program in one year, if they so desire. In addition to catalog courses, we offer special topics courses every year, allowing students the opportunity to explore different aspects of the criminal justice system.

PhD in Criminal Justice

Doctoral candidates build on their master’s coursework, pursuing more in-depth and specialized studies in developing their dissertation. Students examine the criminal justice system, criminological theory, and methods of analysis. Students can begin their PhD studies at WSU Spokane; some courses must be completed at WSU Pullman.

For advising, contact
WSU Spokane Campus Academic Director
David Brody, JD, PhD
E-mail: brody@wsu.edu
Telephone: 509.358.7952

For admissions and registration information, contact
Student Affairs, WSU Spokane
E-mail: enroll@wsu.edu
Telephone: 509.358.7978

Students must be registered by the first day of class to avoid a late registration fee. Students are encouraged to apply for graduate admission as soon as possible. Acceptance to a class does not guarantee admission to a graduate program.

The Criminal Justice program emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to understanding deviant behavior and crime, the nature of law and social control, the organization and management of criminal justice agencies, and the use of research and evaluation for planned change in criminal justice. Criminal Justice is an interdisciplinary field that includes material from sociology, political science, and psychology.

Washington State University Spokane offers the Master of Arts degree in Criminal Justice and, in collaboration with our Pullman campus, a PhD in Criminal Justice.
Students

The program is designed for those who have an interest in understanding societal issues associated with crime, the work performed by criminal justice professionals, and the impact public policy decisions have on the operation of the criminal justice system.

Our student body is comprised both of traditional students who have recently completed their undergraduate degrees and working professionals interested in furthering their careers in criminal justice. Classes are held in the evening, making the program accessible to both full-time and part-time students.
Scholarship

The program is taught by highly qualified faculty in small seminar settings. Excellence in scholarship, combined with applications of knowledge useful to practitioners in the field, provides students with both an understanding of the criminal justice system and opportunities to engage in meaningful research in the community.

The Criminal Justice program prepares students for positions of leadership in law enforcement, court administration, corrections, and academia.
Research

WSU Spokane is home to the Western Regional Institute for Community Oriented Public Safety (WRICOPS), the Washington State Institute for Community Oriented Policing (WSICOP), and a branch of WSU’s Division of Governmental Studies and Service (DGSS).

These units are closely associated with the Criminal Justice program, and offer opportunities for master and doctoral candidates to work on a variety of applied research projects.
Heritage

Established in 1941 as the Department of Police Science and Administration, the WSU Criminal Justice program is among the oldest in the country. It is ranked in the top twenty criminal justice programs nationally. Degrees in Criminal Justice are offered at two of WSU’s four campuses: WSU Spokane (MA, PhD [in collaboration with the Pullman campus]); and WSU Pullman (BA, MA, PhD).
WSU Spokane Campus Academic Director:

David Brody, JD, PhD
E-mail: brody@wsu.edu
Telephone: 509.358.7952
Program Director, WSU Pullman:

Jeff Bouffard
E-mail: jbouffard@wsu.edu
Telephone: 509.335.0942

CRJ 109. Criminal Justice Administration (PSA 205) - 3 credits
An overview of the American criminal justice system dealing with the role, functions, and administration of the police, courts, and correctional institutions; the constitutional and practical limits of police power, the trial process, the sentencing structure; and the functions of the numerous agencies within the criminal justice system.

CRJ 115. Law and the United States Legal System - 3 credits
An examination of the American judicial system, highlighting state, local, and federal tribunals, including an assessment of their hierarchy, subject matter jurisdiction, and administration. Also reviewed will be judicial reasoning, judicial process and the personnel responsible for judicial operations.

CRJ 209. Private Security Administration - 3 credits
(Formerly CRJ 209, Industrial and Retail Security)
This course is an administrative and managerial overview of the security field with emphasis on the private sector and its interaction with the public sector law enforcement agencies. Coverage will include consideration of security management problems involving security personnel, budgeting, risk management, physical security programs and safety policies. Additional coverage will include ways that security prepares for labor disputes, demonstrations, civil disorders, riots, terrorism, industrial espionage, and organized crime. Particular emphasis will be placed on issues that arise with organizations that operate under constraints imposed by federal and state regulatory agencies. Prerequisite: CRJ 109

CRJ 217. American Policing (PSA 106) - 3 credits
Topics considered include the historical foundations of police processes in America, occupational roles and tasks of law enforcement, and the nature and designs of typical, as well as innovative police systems. Problems of policing and community interaction are also an essential component of the course. Prerequisite: CRJ 109

CRJ 218. Criminal Investigation (PSA 107) - 3 credits
A practical and theoretical assessment of the investigating process in the civil and criminal realm is the chief focus of this course. Covered matters include: witness examination, collection and presentation of evidence, surveillance techniques, photographic reproduction, physical and demonstrative evidence, as well as unique and specialized techniques for specific crimes. Prerequisite: CRJ 109.

CRJ 219. Criminal Law (CRJ 327) - 3 credits
An introduction to substantive criminal law which includes a review of the social, philosophical, and legislative foundations of crimes codification. Specific crimes against the person, property, and public order are discussed and various judicial issues relative to the mental states of criminal liability will be covered. Prerequisites: CRJ 109 or CRJ 115.

CRJ 225. Correctional Systems (CRJ 308) - 3 credits
In-depth study of the management, structure and organizational design of correctional institutions. Correctional planning, construction, program evaluation and community interaction will be considered and strategies regarding the improvement of correctional operations will be examined. Prerequisite: CRJ 109. Fall

CRJ 226. Probation and Parole (CRJ 309) - 3 credits
This course examines the theory and practices of probation and parole with juvenile and adult offenders, including: release philosophy, bail and retention, hearings on grant, revocation on denial, and alternative community-based corrections. Prerequisite: CRJ 109. Spring

CRJ 315. The Victim and the Justice System - 3 credits
This course examines the role and place victims play in the justice process. Topics include victims and their testimony, rights, legal legislative and emotional initiatives which seek to make the system more responsive, and the various restitution programs which compensate victims. Prerequisite: CRJ 109 or permission of Instructor.

CRJ 328. Criminal Procedure - 3 credits
A procedural law course which includes a review of the law of arrests, search and seizure, bail, adjudication, pre- and post-trial activities and the nature of plea bargaining. Substantial emphasis is given the constitutional protections afforded through the Bill of Rights, particularly the 4th, 5th, 6th, 8th, and 14th Amendments. Prerequisites: CRJ 109 or CRJ 115; and CRJ 219

CRJ 335. Forensic Science and the Law - 3 credits
An interdisciplinary course covering topics of scientific investigative detection methods and the legal ramifications relating to such evidence and methods of investigation. The course provides a broad based assessment of the law relating to collection, preservation and introduction to forensic evidence, expert testimony, DNA evidence, hair and fiber evidence, ballistics, fingerprints, soil, glass and paint evidence, and blood spatter analysis. Prerequisites: CRJ 109 and CRJ 218. Spring

CRJ 336. Administrative Law - 3 credits
A review in the administrative area of government is the chief concern of this course. Topics of interest include the legal powers of a bureaucracy, judicial oversight of administrative action, due process and notice in administrative hearings, rule-making, exhaustion of remedies, standing and civil and criminal liability of agents and officers. Prerequisite: CRJ 109 or permission of Instructor. (Spring 2007 and alternate years)

CRJ 337. Police Organization and Management - 3 credits
The study of command-level problems and trends in police organizations and management. Principles of organization, control, planning and leadership relating to policy agencies are fully studied. Topics consist of personnel, budget, policymaking, crime response tactics and their measurement. Prerequisite: CRJ 217. Spring

CRJ 338. Organized Crime - 3 credits
This course is designed to give a general overview of organized crime. In addition to the historical underpinnings associated with this type of crime, specific crimes, such as corruption,graft, and extortion, will be analyzed. Investigative techniques and prosecutorial strategies will also be included. Prerequisite: CRJ 109 or permission of Instructor. Spring

CRJ 339. Juvenile Justice System - 3 credits
This course covers the juvenile justice system, with special emphasis on the way it procedurally differs from adult offender adjudication. The parts of the juvenile justice system, hearings, due process standards, and constitutional mandates are fully reviewed. Status offenders and other youth classifications are considered, together with a historical summary of the history of juvenile court philosophy. Prerequisite: CRJ 109 or permission of Instructor. Fall

CRJ 345. White Collar Crime (CRJ 216) - 3 credits
This course considers crime committed by corporations as well as white collar criminals; how such crimes are defined, who commits them, who is victimized by them, which moral, ethical, legal and social contexts promote them and how society responds to them. Procedural and policy considerations in the investigation and enforcement of pertinent statutes will also be covered, including the concept of legal privilege, the role of the grand jury and other pre-trial processes, evidentiary questions, litigation strategies, and potential sanctions and other punishments. Prerequisite: CRJ 109 or permission of Instructor. Fall

CRJ 346. Foundations of Law (CRJ 108) - 3 credits
A complete examination of the law, its origins, roots, and underpinnings, in philosophical, theological, and human contexts. Special attention is given to the nature of freedom and liberty, the concept of liberty, free will, the regularity and moral efficiency of punishment, and the overall moral framework upon which the Western legal system bases itself, from the early Greeks and Romans, to the contemporary Neo-Classicists. Prerequisite: CRJ 115. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)

CRJ 348. Law, Regulation and Business Practice (CRJ 215) - 3 credits
This course covers selected topics on legal regulations affecting business behavior and practices. Topics include liability and regulation of accountants and investment bankers, remedies for deceptive practices, predatory practices, patent and copyright issues, the law of corporate finance and governance, and the ethical practice of marketing. Additional coverage encompasses environmental rule and regulation, SEC Guidelines, consumer and commercial regulations, statutory adherence to federal, state and local guidelines, questions of legal liability and compliance, and other issues relating to the lawful operation of a business. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)

CRJ 405. Interview and Interrogation - 3 credits
A practical examination of interview and interrogation techniques used in the investigation of criminal behavior. Covered matters include an in depth review of interviewing and interrogation strategies and legal decisions impacting on the process. Particular emphasis will be placed on the development of interviewing and interrogation skills based on cognitive interviewing techniques and the emotional approach to interrogations. Prerequisites: CRJ 109 and CRJ 218.

CRJ 406. Law and Evidence (CRJ 329) - 3 credits
A comprehensive review of common law and statutory evidentiary principles and their impact on and use in the civil process and criminal process. This course will cover: the history and development of the rules of evidence, burdens of proof, relevancy, materiality, competency, judicial notice, stipulations, examination of witnesses, documentary evidence, real evidence, demonstrative evidence, and privileges. The course is taught in a workshop format and students are required to participate in a mock trial. Prerequisites: CRJ 219 and CRJ 328.

CRJ 407. Assassinations - 3 credits
An in-depth examination of attempted and successful assassinations of presidents and other world leaders. Emphasis is on security breakdowns, medical response, and profiling of assassins, as well as prevention, including threat assessment and intelligence sharing, and other protective intelligence efforts. The course will also consider the historical conditions that led to the incidents and consequences that resulted from the attacks. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)

CRJ 408. Terrorism - 3 credits
This course considers international and domestic terrorism and how acts of terrorism affect the citizens of the United States and other countries. Coverage includes analysis of acts of terrorism, assessment of how legislatures react, and consideration of new laws, regulations and guidelines passed in response to terrorism. Topics also include analysis and assessment of local, state, and federal law enforcement preparedness in identifying, preventing, controlling, and reacting to terrorism. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)

CRJ 465. Criminal Justice Administration Internship - 3-6 credits
An on-site, experiential learning experience where students work at a variety of locations for academic credit. Intern locations have included government agencies, police departments, federal, state and local law enforcement, private security, courthouses, correctional facilities, juvenile facilities, probation offices, and legal offices. Interns must complete self-evaluation, log, diary, 45 hours per internship credit, and present an acceptable recommendation from the internship supervisor upon completion of the experience. Prerequisites: the approval of the Internship Coordinator, the Departmental Internship Screening Committee and where appropriate, the instructor’s permission; a 2.5 grade point average; and junior or senior standing.

CRJ 495. Selected Topics in Criminal Justice Administration - 3 credits
An in-depth analysis of selected topics in criminal justice administration. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)

CRJ 499. Legal and Justice Research Methods - 3 credits
A criminal justice exploration of the specialized methods and sources of legal and justice and research in these areas: justice publications and resources, case collections, computer-assisted research, constitutional law and history, legal history, legal periodicals, legislative history, practice and procedure, and social science materials related to law. Applications of legal research strategies will be required. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)