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The student will be introduced to the American Criminal Justice System from the perspective of the criminal justice professional. The course examines the historical development and role of the police, prosecution, corrections, probation, parole, and rehabilitation.

This course studies the role of police in society with attention to the history of law enforcement, the organization of police forces, centralized police power, community policing, and the recruitment and training of police officers.

This course studies the history of corrections, including imprisonment and other forms of punishment, both institutional and non-institutional. The philosophy and rationale for various sentencing alternatives are considered.

The student is introduced to the juvenile justice process. While the focus is on the criminal court system’s handling of the juvenile offender, additional areas of study include the forces that contribute to juvenile delinquency, as well as prevention rehabilitation. Prerequisite: CRJ101

This course is an introductory survey of the security field, including private, corporate, industrial, and retail applications. Comparisons are made between private and public policing.

This is a survey course on the study of terrorism. The social, political, economic, and religious foundations of terrorism will be explored. Specific terrorist organizations and tactics will be studied. The role of intelligence gathering and counterterrorist activities will be addressed. Finally, the role of the media will be explored in terms of how it reports on terrorist activities and why terrorists need the media to be successful.

The student is introduced to the principles of criminal investigation. These include techniques and methods used in searching the crime scene, locating and interviewing witnesses, interrogating witnesses, and developing suspects. Attention is given to the basics of forensic science, including photography. Prerequisite: CRJ102.

This Course Introduces The Practice Of Gathering, Analyzing, And Plotting Crime Data To Determine Crime Patterns, Crime Trend Correlations, Hot Spots And The Forecast Of Future Crimes. Emphasis Is On The Use Of The Gis Systems With Various Models And Techniques Of Crime Data Research. Prerequisite: Crj102.

This Course Studies The History And Application Of Fingerprint Science. It Assumes Knowledge, Skills, And Ability To Recognize And Identify Fingerprint Pattern, Including Topics Like Latent Print Identification And Classification, The Henry System, Afis, And Court Testimony On Fingerprint Identification. A Lab Is Required On Fingerprint Identification. Prerequisite: Crj102.

The Course Examines Substantive And Procedural Criminal Law Including The Common Law And Statutory Offenses. Law Of Evidence, Burden Of Proof, The Jury System, And Pre-trial Dispositions Are Also Studied. Prerequisite: Crj101 Or Law 101.

This course is a survey and analysis of the due process rights of individuals in the criminal process. Emphasis is on the impact of the Bill of Rights on the practices of police, prosecutors and judges and the remedies available for the violation of those rights. Prerequisite: CRJ301.

The student is introduced to the basics of administering and managing law enforcement professionals. The focus is on particular issues faced in managing police officers–federal, state, or local. The course addresses relations with nongovernmental community leaders. Budgeting and planning are also covered. Prerequisite: CRJ102.

This course is designed to impart communication skills specifically geared toward the criminal justice professional. This course provides both a theoretical and practical study of the role of communication as it relates to law enforcement. Subjects include: thinking before speaking, oral and written communications, use of presentation and visual aids, purposes of speech, public speaking including extemporaneous style speaking, non-verbal communication, grammar, making reports on the job, departmental records and record keeping, proper communication in the courtroom, interviewing and interrogating witnesses and suspects, communication technology, communicating with ethnic groups, and much more.

This course surveys the origins and development of contemporary practices in probation, parole, and other forms of community corrections, including the impact of these practices on other elements of the criminal justice system. Prerequisite: CRJ103.

This course provides an analysis of crimes committed by persons in a position of trust, including embezzlement, fraud, false advertising, price fixing, black market activities, and governmental corruption. Crimes against one’s employer and crimes committed by corporate executives for their corporation are studied. Prerequisite: CRJ101.

The course is an historical and contemporary review of the development and operation of organizations committed to criminal conduct both in the United States and the rest of the world. Prerequisite: CRJ101.

This course offers a methodical and detailed approach to crime scene investigation, including crime scene processing, identification and collection of physical evidence and chain of custody. Students will be able to successfully recognize, document, collect and preserve physical evidence. Prerequisite: CRJ101.

This course studies the compilation and analysis of information related to fires and explosions. The primary focus of this course is to understand how to conduct, determine and document the area of origin and cause of a fire and the factors that contribute to the ignition and subsequent growth. . Laws pertaining to burning, arson, and search and seizure are discussed. Attention is given to the basics of fire science, forensic science, including photography. Prerequisite: CRJ211 or permission of the Instructor

This course studies the vast amount of information available to investigators through public records and the internet. The focus is on how to understand, obtain, discern and utilize public record information for investigatory purposes. This course is relevant to both public and private investigators. Prerequisite: CRJ101.

This course will review the basic techniques of research methodology, especially as applied to the field of criminal justice. Major topics will include the purposes of research, types of research design, data collection techniques, and the ethics of research. Prerequisite: CRJ101.

Elementary Review Of Probability Theory And Its Application To Data Analysis. Covered Topics Include: Descriptive Statistics, Inferential Statistics And Focusing On Tests Of Significance, Tests Of Association And Casual Analysis. This Course Will Be Heavily Based On Use Of Computer Software, Such As Spss. Prerequisite: Crj355.

The student is asked to consider the ethical issues involved in a criminal justice career. The concepts of integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness are examined as they bear upon the criminal justice professional’s relationship to his or her colleagues, superiors, and community. Prerequisite: CRJ101.

This is a survey course, the purpose of which is to introduce the student to foreign criminal justice systems.

This course will review the wide range of theoretical explanations for criminal behavior. Emphasis will be placed on contemporary, biological, psychological, sociological, economic, and integrated theories of behavior.

This is a capstone course that draws together the principles learned in previous CRJ courses. The seminar topic is at the discretion of the program director. Prerequisite: Senior standing and permission of the Program Director.

The student is placed in an internship requiring hands-on involvement in an area of the criminal justice system of interest to the student. This may occur in a federal, state, or local agency. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. You must speak with your academic advisor as well as the Career Services Office before registering.

This course introduces students to the components and operations of the criminal justice system. It examines the three main components of that system: law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. Issues and challenges within the criminal justice system and the system's future are also explored.

This course examines how information technology is used within the criminal justice system, Homeland Security, and private security. Topics covered include information systems and communication technologies used to prevent and investigate crime and manage security. Students will develop fundamental technical and research skills applicable to criminal justice.

This Course Covers The Historical Development Of Social And Behavior Explanations Of Adult Crime, As Well As Juvenile Crime And New Evolutions In Crime, Including Cyber Crimes. Crime Causation Theories Are Explained In Relation To Policies Developed From These Theories And The Real And Intended Impact Of These Policies Are Discussed To Demonstrate Their Impact On Society In Regard To Crime Prevention And Criminal Rehabilitation. Prerequisites: Crj 100, Psy 100, Or Psy 105

This course examines the criminal activity of juveniles and includes the study of gangs, status offenses, and the problems facing juveniles today. An overview of American juvenile justice is also provided, in terms of both system and practice. The causes of juvenile crime, the juvenile court system, and the institutionalization, rehabilitation, and treatment of juveniles are explored. Prerequisites: CRJ 100Introduction to Criminal Justice

This course exposes students to the various philosophical approaches for developing appropriate ethical decision-making tools for the criminal justice professional. Ethical decision-making tools are illustrated in actual application in police, courts, corrections, criminal justice policy, and criminal justice research scenarios. Emphasis is placed on professional integrity and leadership skills that support laws, policies, and procedures in criminal justice. Prerequisites: CRJ 100Introduction to Criminal Justice

This Course Offers A Comparative Perspective On Crime And On The Practice Of Criminal Justice. The Role Of Increased Globalization In Transnational Crime And Justice Are Explored, To Include: Trafficking In Persons, Transnational Crime, Narcoterrorism, International Cybercrime And Cyberscams, The Relationships Between International Terrorist Organizations, And The Functioning And Organization Of International Crime Fighting Agencies. Prerequisites: Crj 100introduction To Criminal Justice Crj 105crime And Criminal Behavior

This course familiarizes the student with the origins of criminal law and explores its historical development into modern American crimes codes. Each lesson introduces the student to substantive criminal law and associated legal principles and terminology. This course contrasts elements of crimes against persons, crimes against property, cyber-crime, white collar crime, and other types of crime. Early and modern approaches to identifying, deterring, preventing, detecting, prosecuting, and punishing criminal behavior are also examined.

Focuses on major theories in social psychology and the most recent research in the field. Topics include gender, interpersonal attraction, aggression, and prosocial behavior.

This course examines the function of the American court system in its operational role within the government, the rule of law, and society. The criminal court process and the role of the judiciary are explained from a policy making perspective that reveals the impact of the courts on society and the rule of law in the evolution of social

Provides a foundation in business operations through a survey of major business functions (management, production, marketing, finance and accounting, human resource management, and various support functions). Offers an overview of business organizations and the business environment, strategic planning, international business, and quality assurance.

This course provides an overview of microcomputer applications including a brief introduction to computer concepts, computer operating systems, software and hardware. It introduces the student to word processing, spreadsheets, the Internet, graphics, and database software. Included is the creation of web pages, integration of the applications, and hands-on introduction to Microsoft Windows commands, files, features and functions.

This course emphasizes the principles of writing coherent expository essays in various modes. The course reinforces and emphasizes the concept of writing as a process that includes developing and narrowing a topic, logically organizing ideas, drafting, and revising. The course introduces the process of using sources to support ideas and documentation of sources in accordance with citation styles.

Emphasizes representations and operations of polynomials and rational expressions, functions, and the graphing of linear functions. Methods of solving linear and quadratic equations are discussed. Introduces complex numbers, exponents, and radical expressions.

This course examines and implements the principles of argumentation. An argumentative paper is researched and developed based on the concept of writing as a process. The course focuses on the logical organization of ideas patterned on established structures of argument. The course reinforces the importance of the research process and critical evaluation of sources. Acknowledging the intellectual property of others through the proper documentation of sources is stressed.

Studies civilizations and cultures such as ancient Egypt, Crete, Greece, and Rome which have given root to Western culture. Analyzes the artistic, intellectual, religious, political, and socioeconomic aspects of each culture and traces their development in Western civilization.

Introduction to Physical Sciences introduces the student to basic concepts from the physical sciences such as motion, force, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism and the atomic theory of matter. Discusses the scientific principles that underlie everyday phenomena, modern technologies and planetary processes. Examines how the various branches of science, such as physics, chemistry, geology, meteorology, astronomy, relate to each other. Lab portion of the course reinforces basic concepts.

Provides an overview of fundamental concepts in biology, as well as the process of biological inquiry using the scientific method. Covers the properties and characteristics of living cells, organisms, and ecosystems, and the relevance of this knowledge for contemporary issues in medicine, agriculture and the environment. Lab portion of the course reinforces basic concepts.

Presents the various ways in which the individual constructs his self-awareness. Studies how social institutions, such as the family and religion, influence the psychological makeup of the individual.

Introduces psychology as a human and scientific endeavor. Includes examination of concepts and methods in learning, motivation, development, personality, and social behavior.

Provides a critical survey of contemporary social, political, and economic problems facing American society. Emphasizes the urban crisis, military-industrial complex, racism, and distribution of income.

This course is designed to help adult learners beginning their university studies to achieve academic success. Students will explore learning theories, communication strategies, and personal management skills. Adult learners will develop strategies for achieving success in school and work. Students will also be introduced to the University's institutional outcomes and learning resources.

This course presents adult development theory and links theoretical concepts of life and learning through a process of psychometric assessment and reflection. Both classical and contemporary adult development theories are examined. These theories then provide the paradigm for self-analysis and life learning, including a plan for personal, professional and academic learning.

This course focuses on the elements of law enforcement administration and the factors influencing successful organizations through effective hiring, training, and support of employees. The course examines organizational theory, design and communication, along with the processes of planning and decision making. The effects of stress and adverse behavior are reviewed with relation to the organization and requirements of the administration. Politics, labor relations, and fiscal management are addressed in correlation with the effects on law enforcement administration process.

This course outlines key roles and responsibilities in the management of community policing efforts from the law enforcement perspective. Relationships of police image, public expectations, and community leadership are examined. Communication and interaction within a community of diverse socioeconomic conditions, race, sex, and age are examined with respect to community-oriented policing and law enforcement leadership.

This course focuses on theories and methods to assist officials establishing and maintaining ethical behavior in law enforcement employees. The course analyzes misconduct in law enforcement through relevant literature and applicable scenarios in integrating theory and practice.

This course focuses on the comparisons between leadership, management, and supervision and the traits and theories surrounding effective application. The course will analyze the impacts of crime on successful leadership and the ability to motivate in order to maximize work effort.

This course will assess the implementation and application of modern technological hardware and software in assisting law enforcement administration in addressing crime concerns. The course will explore the use of facial-recognition software, closed circuit television, and automatic vehicle monitoring systems in influencing crime issues. Terminology and applications are explained to provide insight to students regarding available resources and usage.

This course examines the issues involved with maintaining qualified and capable officers available for deployment by a law enforcement administration. The course delves into employee assistance, medical issues and concerns that can significantly affect law enforcement organizations. Federal, state, and local certification and training requirements are discussed regarding continued employment and the impact on staffing. Applicable case law will be reviewed regarding Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA).

This course addresses criminal investigations from the perspective of the police manager or administrator as well as developing practical skill sets in investigative technique. Legal, social, managerial, and community concerns regarding crime and investigations are evaluated. Relationships between investigators, prosecutors, and police managers are explored.

This course focuses on the principles of budgeting in the public sector and provides the student with an understanding of the methods used in making financial decisions. The course compares and contrasts the public and private sector and addresses the responsibility of efficient use of funds. Federal state, and local perspectives in finance and budgeting are evaluated. Responsible and ethical financial principles are reinforced.

This course focuses on the constitutional basis of law enforcement and on the political relationships and impact of political decisions on the day-to-day operations and focus of law enforcement. The course examines the influence of special interest groups, as well as police associations and unions, in the administration of law enforcement goals. The election of certain law enforcement officials is also addressed regarding perceived loyalty to voters or employees.

Intermediate Composition Is Designed For Students Who Have Some Experience With College-level Writing But Want To Develop Their Ability To Write. The Goal Of This Course Is To Help Students Learn Techniques For Writing Effective Narrative, Reflective, Analytical, And Research Essays. These Techniques Include The Effective Use Of Specific Details To Engage And Persuade Readers, Methods Of Organization That Enable Readers To Follow A Line Of Thinking, And Strategies For Editing Sentences For Clarity And Conciseness. Prerequisites: Eng 121 And Eng 122 Or Equivalents.

The focus of this course surrounds the necessity of training and the effectiveness of methods employed to reduce agency liability while promoting employee safety. The course will address the liability assumed by both employee and agency when training standards are not adhered to or supervision and leadership allows for deviation from set standards.

This course will focus on the integration of research skills, theory analysis, and application of leadership and management methodologies in law enforcement administration. Successful students will exercise critical thought along with clear and concise writing skills throughout the development of an evaluation proposal on a singular topic within the field of law enforcement administration. The project will address various elements of needs assessment, projected impact, monitoring, and the application of quantitative and qualitative values to law enforcement operations and functions.

Prerequisite: Bio1020 With A Grade Of C Or Better Co Or Pre Requisite: Eng1001 Biology Ii Is The Second Course In A Twocourse Sequence In Biology. This Course Continues The Study Of Human Biology With The Role Of Endocrine And Nervous Systems In Homeostatic Regulation. Other Topics Covered Are Human Reproduction, Development, Evolution, And Advanced Genetics. Ecological Concepts Are Also Discussed. The Student Will Complete Writing Assignments That Serve To Increase Knowledge Of The Scientific Literature. 4 Quarter Hour.

Prerequisite: Mat1001 Or Mat1002 Statistics Introduces The Student To The Terminology And Techniques Of Statistics Including Levels Of Measurement, Measures Of Central Tendency And Variance, Random Variables, Linear Correlation And Regression, Normal Probability Distributions, Sampling Distributions, The Central Limit Theorem, And Hypothesis Testing.4 Quarter Hours.

Co or Pre requisite: ENG1001 This course surveys the history of art beginning with the Prehistoric/Tribal period and continuing through the Middle Ages. The concepts,artists, motifs, works, and styles of the periods will be studied. The course introduces students to elements of art and design, and fosters an appreciation for the world of art. 4 quarter hours

This course introduces the criminal justice system and contemporary policing in the United States. 4 quarter hours

This course provides a comprehensive look at the criminal court system in the United States and the American correctional system.The course looks at the roles of prosecutors,judges, defense attorneys and the dynamics of their interactions as well as an overview on all aspects of corrections, including probation and parole. 4 quarter hours

This course examines ethical issues faced by actors in the criminal justice system. The focus will be placed on the philosophical and practical approaches to solve ethical dilemmas within the complicated criminal justice system.4 quarter hours

This course will cover the legal aspects of police investigatory practices, criminal procedure law, and constitutional cases as they pertain to the criminal justice system. Focus will be on U.S. Supreme court cases and lower court cases setting out the requirements for arrest,search and seizure, confessions, and pretrial identifications. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the legal rights,duties, and liabilities of criminal justice professionals.4 quarter hours

This course focuses on theoretical foundations and current research on theories of racial,ethnic, class and gender discrimination within America’s criminal justice system. Emphasis will be placed on the most recent research on patterns of criminal behavior and victimization,police practices, court processing and sentencing,the death penalty, and correctional programs as they relate to minority groups. 4 quarter hours

Prerequisite: Crj1101 And Crj1102 This Course Covers Modern Management Theory And The Application Of Management Techniques Appropriate To Each Area Of The Criminal Justice System. 4 Quarter Hours

An overview of a variety of criminological theories. Attention will be directed toward the study of the major theoretical schools of thought which have influenced the American system of crime and justice. The basic goal of this course is to help the student develop an understanding of and appreciation for the insights gained by examining crime and criminals through different theoretical frameworks.4 quarter hours

Prerequisite: CRJ3011 The course is a comprehensive look at the theories of victimology and the interaction of crime victims with others in the criminal justice system. 4 quarter hours

Prerequisite: Crj1101 And Crj1102 This Course Examines The Pharmacological Effects And Medical Uses Of Drugs And Alcohol And The Role They Play In The U.s. Criminal Justice System. Topics Covered Include The History Of Alcohol And Drug Prohibition In The U.s.; The Types Of Illegal Drugs Currently Available In The United States; Patterns, Trends, And Scope Of Illicit Drug Use; Consideration Of The Relationship Between Drugs And Crime; And Manifestations And Consequences Of The Criminal Justice System Response. 4 Quarter Hours

Prerequisites: All core required CRJ courses The senior capstone course is designed to ensure that graduates of the criminal justice program are equipped with the skills necessary to pursue further study in their discipline or obtain responsible positions within criminal justice agencies or related professional organization.4 quarter hours

Intermediate Algebra is a continuation of MAT0099 exploring the arithmetic of polynomials, factoring, systems of linear equations, solving quadratic equations, and applying algebra techniques to problem solving and applications.

Prerequisites: Mat0099 Co Or Prerequisite: Eng1001 This Is The First Of A Two-course Sequence In Biology. This Course Introduces Biology, Scientific Methods, Biological Chemistry, And Energy For Life. This Course Also Exposes Students To The Organization Of Humans And Plants, Basic Genetics, And Evolutionary Concepts. In Addition, The Student Will Complete Writing Assignments That Serve To Introduce Scientific Literature. 4 Quarter Hours

Prerequisite: Mat0099 Or Exemption Thereof. Co Or Prerequisite: Eng1001 College Math Is A Survey Course Emphasizing Inductive And Deductive Reasoning, Concepts From Set Theory, Applications Of Venn Diagrams, Elements Of Formal Logic, Common Formulas And Relationships From Geometry, And An Introduction To Probability And Statistics. 4 Quarter Hours

An investigation of the methodological principles regarding behavioral science research, descriptive and inferential techniques, and the process of using these techniques for psychological experimentation and data analysis

An understanding of the statistical principles associated with the study of behavioral science research through application and computerized data analysis (i.e., SPSS).

Prerequisites:ENG0099 or exemption thereof. In this course students develop their writing skills through the reading and construction of expository essays. A minimum grade of C is required to pass this course. 4 quarter hours

Prerequisite: ENG1001 In this course students write analytical and critical essays about plays, short stories, and poetry. Emphasis is placed on literal and figurative interpretations, structural analysis, and variations in thematic approach. A minimum grade of C is required to pass this course. 4 quarter hours

Focusing on the construction of effective written argument, this course refines composition techniques, develops abstract thought processes, and promotes critical thinking. A library paper is included. A minimum grade of C is required to pass this course.

This course is designed to prepare the student to develop and improve the ability to communicate. Self-expression, preparation of effective speeches, and development of speaking and listening skills will be emphasized. 4 quarter hours

Designed to help entering students develop a more effective approach to college success, this course emphasizes positive self-evaluation, goal setting and motivation; practical skills of successful students; effective use of the library and the many sources of information available; and the concepts and tools of critical thinking, and their applications. 4 quarter hours

In this course a study is made of human behavior with special reference to perception, learning, memory, thinking, emotional life, and individual differences in intelligence, aptitude, and personality. Emphasis is placed on the scientific nature of psychological investigations. Research methods are analyzed, and results are related to daily life and everyday problems.

This course serves as an introduction to the study of human social development, its organizations, and its institutions. It teaches the student to look at our society and others from a sociological perspective. Specific areas covered are group dynamics, social deviance, gender equality, racial and ethnic relations, the family, religion, and education

This course introduces students to general principles and problems of modern government. It shows the forms of government, the place of government in the social process, and theories of the state. The American system is analyzed. Studying political science provides accurate understanding of how and why political systems work as they do

This course familiarizes the student with substantive criminal law and criminal procedures. It enables the student, under the supervision of a lawyer, to prepare pretrial pleadings, interview witnesses, and conduct trial and post trial proceedings

Research design and methodology. An analysis of the approaches to developing, understanding, and interpreting psychological phenomena. Topics include experimental vs. non-experimental research such as survey, observation, case study, and archival data. An understanding of reliability, validity, and experimental control issues.

An understanding of the methodological principles associated with behavioral science research through an application of the theoretical, conceptual, and practical principles

Prerequisite: CRJ3007 This course focuses on the dual themes of problem solving and community/police collaboration and partnerships. A historical perspective is presented that details the community policing philosophy and the course provides practical strategies to implement community policing. 4 quarter hours

Prerequisite: CRJ3007 This course focuses on law enforcement managers and supervisors, their jobs, and the complicated interrelationships between members of the law enforcement team and the communities they share. Topics covered include: leadership, organizational behavior, and new developments in the field. 4 quarter hours

Prerequisite: Crj1101 And Crj1102 This Course Focuses On The Theories Of Domestic And International Terrorism And The Criminal Justice Response To Homeland Security. 4 Quarter Hours

Prerequisite: CRJ1101 This course provides an introduction to the philosophical, cultural, and historical background of police. The course deals with concepts such as the role of the police in contemporary society, the quasi-military organization of the police, and community issues. 4 quarter hours

Prerequisite: Crj1101 And Crj1102 An Overview Of The Political And Legal Aspects Of Illegal Immigration In A Nation Of Immigrants. Emphasis On The Operational And Bureaucratic Impediments Of The Enforcement Of Immigrant Laws. 4 Quarter Hours

Prerequisite: CRJ3007 This course is designed to combine the practical and theoretical aspects of criminal investigations and to develop an analytical and practical understanding of the investigative. 4 quarter hours

Prerequisite: CRJ1101 This course is an introduction to the field of forensic science. Students will learn the scientific techniques used by crime laboratories to process crime scenes, collect evidence, and examine physical evidence. The course will focus on how evidence from a crime scene can aid a criminal investigation. 4 quarter hours

Prerequisite: CRJ3011 This course focuses on the concepts and theories of deviance and how they can be applied in the criminal justice field. 4 quarter hour

Criminal Justice and the Media explores the relationship between the mass media, crime and the criminal justice system in the United States. Students will examine the role media plays in the social construction of crime and justice, and the impact of the media on attitudes and perceptions of crime and criminality. Particular attention will be paid to the relationship of the media and crime prevention, and the impact of the media on the operations of the agencies in the criminal justice system from law enforcement to corrections. 4 quarter hours

This course examines the various types of “white-collar” and economic crimes in America. These include corporate crimes such as consumer fraud and stock fraud, environmental crimes, corruption, medical crime, and computer- based crime. Students will learn about pyramid schemes, e-mail and web-based crimes, boiler-room operations, and criminal organizations posing as religions or charities. 4 quarter hours

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Examines the American democratic process and the distribution of authority and responsibility between the federal, state, and local levels.

Introduces psychology as a behavioral science, including historical background, human development (genetic and physical) from birth through death, the senses and perception, intelligence and creativity, and the principles of conditioning, learning, memory, and forgetting.

Examines the history, concepts, and scope of the juvenile justice system and its contrast with the adult system of justice. Includes an analysis of the juvenile justice process from initial intervention of delinquency and status offenses by law enforcement personnel and others through release from intervention. Prerequisite: JUS110. Offered Spring.

Explores the various response methodologies available to the patrol officer in assisting the citizen’s request for police service. Discusses traffic enforcement from the stop of the violator through traffic accident investigation. Prerequisite: JUS110. Offered Spring.

Surveys The Use And Potential Of Computers In Law Enforcement Agencies, The Ethical And Legal Problems Confronting Society And Police Agencies Occasioned By The Use Of Computers As Information Gathering And Storage Instruments, And The Advantage Of Using Computers In Research And Agency Operations. Students Will Learn To Use Computers For Link Network Analysis, Crime Mapping, Traffic Analysis And Accident Plotting, Crime Analysis And Other Functions Relating To The Administration/operation Of A Law Enforcement Agency. Prerequisites: Cit105, 111 Or 205, Enf150, Or Permission Of Instructor. Offered Fall.

Explores the fundamentals of criminal investigative techniques including initial response to the crime scene, location and recognition of evi­dence, interviewing, sketching, collection and transpiration of evidence, report writing and court testimony. Prerequisite: JUS110. Offered Fall.

Emphasizes the investigation of specific crimes including Homicide, Sexual Assault, Aggravated Assault, Robbery, Burglary, Theft, Auto Theft and Arson. Students will investigate a "mock" crime scene, collect and analyze evidence obtained and present their investigation in a "moot" court. Prerequisite: ENF237. Offered Spring.

Analyzes Some Of The Distinct Differences Between Public And Private Management. Covers The Theory Of Controlling, Organiz­ing, Planning, Directing And Assembling Resources. Students Will Develop A Course Project Designed To Cover These Concepts. Prerequisites: Jus110, Mgt201. Offered Spring.

Analyzes the Criminal Justice System and its major subsystems: law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Emphasizes structure and functions of the various components and their interactions. Introduces the basics of criminal justice research through the use of the collection of the National Criminal Justice Reference Service and other professional sources of information. Offered Fall and Spring.

Analyzes criminal laws from their development under common law to their present day applicability under constitutional and statutory standards, with special emphasis on practice with the Ohio Revised Code. Prerequisite: JUS110. Offered Fall.

Explores the constitutional and legal ramifications affecting the procedure of criminal arrest, search, seizure, and evidence. Prerequisite: JUS201. Offered Spring.

Explores visual design, graphics and presentational strategies by introducing students to digital photography and layout and design skills. Students learn digital and graphic design techniques using the leading industry software applications for desktop publishing and graphics illustration.

Examines the various media (i.e., newspaper, radio, television, film, etc.) comprising the mass media in contemporary American society. Emphasis in this survey course is given to the history, structure, and potential effects of each medium.

Emphasizes the development, structure, and writing of abstracts, summaries, and critiques. This course in written communication teaches literary devices such as pro/con, cause/effect, comparison/contrast, persuasion/argumentation essays—plus research/synthesis skills—through the development of a research paper. Students must receive a grade of "C" or better to enroll in ENG142.

Presents literature—drama, short stories, novel, poetry and critical essays—from several literary critical perspectives. Through reading, discussion, and critical writing, students become familiar with representative genres in literature as well as authentic critical approaches.

Covers the basics of information technology, including common Microsoft Office applications, responsible use of software and technology, file management techniques, and sound information consumption practices. CIT105 is designed for beginners with little or no experience using Microsoft Word, Excel or PowerPoint.Participants are required to demonstrate software proficiency in the lab and through objective written tests.

Emphasizes business applications that involve the study of linear functions, applications using linear equations in two variables, counting methods, probability, finance applications, interpretation of date presented graphically, and computation of mean, median, standard deviation, normal distribution curve, and z scores.

Focuses on developing a conceptual understanding of college algebra and problem solving skills. Topics include functions and graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, and combinatorics and probability.

Introduces the basic concepts of sociological study, elements of social life, social patterns and institutions, and the process of maintenance and change in society.

This course is designed to teach students the planning and management processes and the issues involved in large-scale emergencies. The nature of natural and technological risk and emergency are explored via case studies. Public sector roles in contingency planning and response are also discussed and assessed.

This course provides an overview of the strategic, political, economic, and human issues encountered in the management of disasters or major traumatic public events. This knowledge gives the emergency manager a realistic view of the issues to expect in a disaster, how to plan accordingly, and how to manage resources and people more effectively in emergency situations.

This course analyzes the federal, state, and local legislation related to emergency management in various types of disasters. Guaranteed rights under the U.S. Constitution and the legal and ethical application of measures within the parameters of these rights in emergency situations are also discussed.

This course explores modern terrorism and terrorist behavior, including cyberterrorism, the role of the media, the private sector, and implications in a global society.

This course explores the nature of business leadership models and theories, examines these models through a broad variety of insights and viewpoints, and provides a description and analysis of these approaches to leadership, giving special attention to how the models can improve leadership in real-world organizations.

This course focuses on sources and types of power and specific tactics for becoming an empowering leader. Issues include organizational politics, influence tactics, and succession planning. Students learn how transactional leaders can become transformational leaders.

This course is an exploration of the behavioral forces and relationships that influence organizational effectiveness and change. Topics include the study of intervention strategy and application skills.

This course is designed to prepare leaders for the cross-functional complexities inherent in organizational life. Students develop an advanced skill set enabling effective leadership in each of the major organizational functions (marketing, finance, human resource management, information systems, and operations management). The course explores methods of evaluating alternatives to make effective decisions.

This course equips students to fully understand the complexities of organizational systems and cultures, the ways in which these forces manifest themselves, and the means by which leaders intentionally impact the shape that these forces take in their organizations. Additionally, this course covers team dynamics, group processes, and strategies for designing and supporting teams in the workplace.

This course presents an overview of the components and processes of the criminal justice system. Topics include history, structure, functions, and philosophy of the three main components of the criminal justice system (law enforcement, courts and corrections), as well as a description of career options in the field. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to define and describe the major criminal justice system components and their interrelationships.

This course presents an overview of contemporary law enforcement agencies and their functions within the criminal. justice system. Topics include historical development, roles and functions, the police sub-culture, ethics, corruption, and civil liability. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to describe the functions of modern law enforcement agencies, explain their histories and roles in society, and identify contemporary policing trends and issues

This course presents an overview of the correctional system, as well as current practices and problems in the field of corrections. Topics include correctional history, correctional ideologies, the court processes, prisons, detention facilities, community corrections, alternatives to incarceration, inmate control and other related topics. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to explain the historical development, philosophy, and contemporary issues related to the correctional system.

This course presents an overview of various criminological theories and patterns of crimes. Topics include the definition and context of criminology, patterns and costs of crime, research methods in criminology, theories of crime causation, and the application of those theories to specific types of crime. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify theories, methods, and resources used to study and explain crime.

This course introduces students to criminal law and criminal defenses. Topics include the history and development of criminal law and the adversarial system. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to describe the development and key aspects of criminal law and explain distinctions among different types of crimes and criminal defenses.

This course presents a thorough overview of the juvenile justice system. Topics include the purpose of the juvenile justice system, theories of delinquency, and the juvenile justice system processes and sentencing options. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to explain the role, functions, and unique nature of the juvenile justice system.

This course presents an introduction to private investigation and protective services. Topics include asset protection, loss prevention, corporate security, security management, investigations, internal and external relations, emergency planning, and facility safety. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify the differences between the roles of private sector and public law enforcement agencies and explain contemporary issues in private security and investigation practices.

This course presents an overview of the various cultures and organizational processes in the criminal justice field. Topics include staffing, organizational politics, and stresses inherent in the nature of criminal justice work. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to articulate the kinds of challenges faced by contemporary criminal justice organizations and describe the impact on organizational effectiveness.

This course examines ethical issues within criminal justice. Topics include ethical reasoning, the influence of personal and moral beliefs on the administration of justice, and the frequent tension between social justice and criminal justice. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze the effect of personal and moral beliefs on the criminal justice system and articulate the process of ethical reasoning.

This course presents effective communication skills utilized on a daily basis in criminal justice occupations. Topics include written and oral communication skills, effective verbal de-escalation techniques, and basic interview and interrogation techniques. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate effective communication techniques.

This course introduces the federal rules of evidence and courtroom procedure as they pertain to criminal law. Topics include types and authentication of evidence, relevance, hearsay, privileged communication, trial objections, grounds for appeal, and policy considerations in the development of the rules of evidence. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify and explain the application of the rules of evidence and courtroom procedures that impact the presentation of evidence in a court proceeding.

This course presents theories and fundamentals of crime scene investigation. Topics include crime scene management; the identification, documentation, collection and processing of physical evidence; report writing; and case preparation and presentation. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the crime scene investigation process, including the identification, documentation, collection and processing of physical evidence.

This course presents an introduction to criminal investigation. Topics include the history of criminal investigation, interviewing witnesses, interrogating suspects, and preparing reports. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the techniques used to complete a criminal investigation and prepare a police report for use in court.

This course provides an overview to forensic science and the use of physical evidence in criminal investigations. Topics include the definition and scope of forensic science, and the analysis of evidence. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to describe the common examination and analytical techniques used in forensic science and explain the significance of physical evidence in criminal investigations.

This course presents the criminal procedures that impact a criminal investigation and the prosecution of criminal cases. Topics include the court decisions pertinent to contemporary criminal justice issues, the Exclusionary Rule, arrests and stops, searches, right to counsel, interrogation, identification of suspects, pre-trial process and the trial process. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify criminal procedures and explain how court decisions develop the rules and procedures related to criminal cases.

This course presents an introduction to the structure of the court system (federal, state, and local) in the United States. Topics include descriptions and jurisdictions of each type of court, key court personnel, selection process and working environments, and the judge’s unique role. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to chart both state and federal court structure and explain the roles of court personnel.

This course presents the historical, philosophical, and practical dimensions of community policing. Topics include empowering the community, and forming partnerships between the police and the community to find solutions to problems. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to define community policing, describe how community policing strategies solve problems, and compare community policing to traditional policing.

This course examines the administration of the three components of the justice system. Topics include personnel roles and functions, issues and practices, rights of criminal justice employees, labor relations, financial administration, study and scope of justice administration, and administrative principles and practices. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to describe the concepts, terms, and realities of criminal justice administration.

This course presents a comprehensive discussion and analysis of sensitive topics and issues related to diversity and multiculturalism facing police in the 21st century. Topics include practical information and guidelines on working effectively with diverse cultural groups, the plight of racial minorities as opposed to ethnic minorities, and an analysis of actions taken to alleviate negative interactions between police and residents. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze sensitive issues related to diversity and multiculturalism and construct guidelines for working with diverse groups.

This course is an introduction to the impact of mental health issues on the criminal justice system. Topics include offenders with mental illness or cognitive deficiencies, the impact of a suspect’s mental health on the investigation of a criminal case, behaviors associated with mental health issues, the insanity defense, and the impact of mental health issues on sentencing. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze the impact of mental health issues on the criminal justice system.

This course presents an overview of the various classifications and characteristics of drugs and narcotics. Topics include physical and psychological effects of drug and alcohol abuse, factors leading to addiction and dependence, and treatment options. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to distinguish between the various classifications and symptoms associated with drugs and narcotics and recognize accepted options for treatment.

This course presents an overview of crisis intervention services. Topics include emergency intervention, communication principles in high stress or dangerous situations, active-listening techniques, and specific intervention techniques. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze the appropriateness of crisis services and demonstrate intervention techniques used in the criminal justice field.

This course explores issues related to deviant sexual behavior in contemporary society. Topics include sexual offenders, child molestation, pornography, Megan’s Law, sexual assault, incest, prostitution, and sex offender legislation. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to differentiate the various types of sex crimes and offender profiles, and analyze sociological implications related to their punishment and treatment.

This course presents an overview of probation and parole in the United States. Topics include the processes associated with administrating probation and parole, supervision, acclimation into society, and the structure of probation and parole. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to distinguish between probation and parole, articulate issues and benefits associated with offenders’ integration into society, and assess the effectiveness of supervision processes.

This course presents the patterns and characteristics of victims in the criminal justice system. Topics include the cause, consequences, and prevalence of domestic violence, and the different approaches law enforcement has taken to respond to victims’ issues. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to differentiate the patterns, causes, and effects of victimization, and evaluate the effectiveness of victim assistance organizations and programs.

This course emphasizes special issues concerning women within the criminal justice system. Topics include women in criminal justice professions, women as victims of violent crime, women and drugs, women in prison, and female-specific responses to criminal conduct. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze issues and impacts specific to women within the criminal justice system.

This course presents a comprehensive overview of terrorism. Topics include domestic and international terrorism, ideology and terrorism, terrorist training, defenses against terrorism, modern day terrorist activities, and the future of terrorism. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to articulate the concepts related to domestic and international terrorism, assess responses against terrorism, and analyze the legal aspects of terrorism.

This course presents a comprehensive, contemporary, and interdisciplinary perspective on criminal sub-cultures in America. Topics include the nature and extent of the problem; events, organizations, and processes that surrounded the gang panic during the late 1980s and early 1990s; and the development of other sub-cultures that affect America. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze issues related to criminal sub-cultures and assess the effectiveness of the criminal justice response.

This course provides students with an understanding of various digital crimes and digital crime investigations. Topics include the history and types of digital crimes and digital crime laws. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify digital crimes, classify and collect evidence of digital crime, and prepare investigative strategies.

This course presents an overview of white-collar crime. Topics include theories, policies, and the enforcement challenges of white-collar crime. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze the effects of white-collar crime as it compares to other types of crime.

This course presents the relationship between public policy and the criminal justice system. Topics include an overview of criminal justice public policy and contemporary public policy issues. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze the relationship of public policy to the criminal justice system and the use of public policy for social change.

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of selected topics in law enforcement, courts, and correctional fields. Examples of potential topics are homeland security, serial killers, death penalty, criminal profiling, and police use of force. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to research, analyze, and present findings and recommendations on a selected topic.

This course provides an introduction to the enforcement of law in various countries. Topics include courts, corrections, and procedures of law enforcement. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze similarities, distinctions, and implications between the practices of international law enforcement agencies and those of the American criminal justice system.

This course presents a structured research project concerning a criminal justice current issue or dilemma. Examples of potential topics are homeland security, aviation security, border security, restorative justice, diversity, and police use of force. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to research, analyze, and present findings and recommendations on a selected topic.

This course explores the history of the Constitution of the United States and its application to the legal system. Topics include the structure of the Constitution and its amendments, historical basis of the Constitution and its amendments, separation of powers, judicial review, and court decisions pertinent to contemporary legal issues. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify and discuss the basic structure of the U.S. Constitution and analyze rights, procedures, and issues as interpreted by the courts.

This course presents the historical, philosophical, and practical dimensions of community policing. Topics include empowering the community, and forming partnerships between the police and the community to find solutions to problems. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to define community policing, describe how community policing strategies solve problems, and compare community policing to traditional policing.

This course examines the administration of the three components of the justice system. Topics include personnel roles and functions, issues and practices, rights of criminal justice employees, labor relations, financial administration, study and scope of justice administration, and administrative principles and practices. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to describe the concepts, terms, and realities of criminal justice administration.

This course presents a comprehensive discussion and analysis of sensitive topics and issues related to diversity and multiculturalism facing police in the 21st century. Topics include practical information and guidelines on working effectively with diverse cultural groups, the plight of racial minorities as opposed to ethnic minorities, and an analysis of actions taken to alleviate negative interactions between police and residents. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze sensitive issues related to diversity and multiculturalism and construct guidelines for working with diverse groups.

This course is an introduction to the impact of mental health issues on the criminal justice system. Topics include offenders with mental illness or cognitive deficiencies, the impact of a suspect’s mental health on the investigation of a criminal case, behaviors associated with mental health issues, the insanity defense, and the impact of mental health issues on sentencing. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze the impact of mental health issues on the criminal justice system.

This course presents an overview of the various classifications and characteristics of drugs and narcotics. Topics include physical and psychological effects of drug and alcohol abuse, factors leading to addiction and dependence, and treatment options. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to distinguish between the various classifications and symptoms associated with drugs and narcotics and recognize accepted options for treatment.

This course presents an overview of crisis intervention services. Topics include emergency intervention, communication principles in high stress or dangerous situations, active-listening techniques, and specific intervention techniques. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze the appropriateness of crisis services and demonstrate intervention techniques used in the criminal justice field.

This course explores issues related to deviant sexual behavior in contemporary society. Topics include sexual offenders, child molestation, pornography, Megan’s Law, sexual assault, incest, prostitution, and sex offender legislation. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to differentiate the various types of sex crimes and offender profiles, and analyze sociological implications related to their punishment and treatment.

This course presents an overview of probation and parole in the United States. Topics include the processes associated with administrating probation and parole, supervision, acclimation into society, and the structure of probation and parole. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to distinguish between probation and parole, articulate issues and benefits associated with offenders’ integration into society, and assess the effectiveness of supervision processes.

This course presents the patterns and characteristics of victims in the criminal justice system. Topics include the cause, consequences, and prevalence of domestic violence, and the different approaches law enforcement has taken to respond to victims’ issues. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to differentiate the patterns, causes, and effects of victimization, and evaluate the effectiveness of victim assistance organizations and programs.

This course emphasizes special issues concerning women within the criminal justice system. Topics include women in criminal justice professions, women as victims of violent crime, women and drugs, women in prison, and female-specific responses to criminal conduct. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze issues and impacts specific to women within the criminal justice system.

This course presents a comprehensive overview of terrorism. Topics include domestic and international terrorism, ideology and terrorism, terrorist training, defenses against terrorism, modern day terrorist activities, and the future of terrorism. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to articulate the concepts related to domestic and international terrorism, assess responses against terrorism, and analyze the legal aspects of terrorism.

This course presents a comprehensive, contemporary, and interdisciplinary perspective on criminal sub-cultures in America. Topics include the nature and extent of the problem; events, organizations, and processes that surrounded the gang panic during the late 1980s and early 1990s; and the development of other sub-cultures that affect America. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze issues related to criminal sub-cultures and assess the effectiveness of the criminal justice response.

This course presents an overview of white-collar crime. Topics include theories, policies, and the enforcement challenges of white-collar crime. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze the effects of white-collar crime as it compares to other types of crime.

This course presents the relationship between public policy and the criminal justice system. Topics include an overview of criminal justice public policy and contemporary public policy issues. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze the relationship of public policy to the criminal justice system and the use of public policy for social change.

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of selected topics in law enforcement, courts, and correctional fields. Examples of potential topics are homeland security, serial killers, death penalty, criminal profiling, and police use of force. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to research, analyze, and present findings and recommendations on a selected topic.

This course provides an introduction to the enforcement of law in various countries. Topics include courts, corrections, and procedures of law enforcement. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze similarities, distinctions, and implications between the practices of international law enforcement agencies and those of the American criminal justice system.

This course presents a structured research project concerning a criminal justice current issue or dilemma. Examples of potential topics are homeland security, aviation security, border security, restorative justice, diversity, and police use of force. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to research, analyze, and present findings and recommendations on a selected topic.

Prerequisite(s): Foundational Course(s) If Indicated By Placement Scores This Course Presents An Overview Of The Various Theories And Methods Of Personal And Professional Communications. Topics Include Written And Oral Communication Techniques, Presentation Skills, Intercultural Communication Skills,and Negotiation Skills.upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Communicate Effectively In Personal And Professional Environments And Be Able To Manage Personal And Professional Conflicts.

3.5 Credit Hours/35 Lecture Hours Prerequisite(s): Com112 This Course Presents Public Speaking Concepts And Applications. Topics Include Assessing Audience And Environments, Incorporating Subject Matter Research, Verbal And Nonverbal Communications, Use Of Visual Aids, Outlining, And Developing Speeches For A Variety Of Purposes. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Create And Present Speeches And Presentations With Appropriate Visual Aids, Research, And Organizational Plans.

Prerequisite(s): Foundational Course(s) If Indicated By Placement Scores This Course Introduces Productive Writing Techniques With An Emphasis On The Writing Process. Topics Include Brainstorming,critical Reading And Thinking, Analyzing Audience And Purpose, Developing Clear Thesis Statements, Developing Effective Sentences And Paragraphs, Drafting, Revising, And Editing. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Use The Writing Process To Produce Effective Essays.

Prerequisite(s): Eng121 This Course Builds On The Skills Taught In College Writing I, With Increased Emphasis On The Writing Process, Argumentation, Research, And Documentation. Topics Include Brainstorming, Analyzing Audience And Purpose, Developing Clear Thesis Statements, Evaluating Sources, Performing Research, And Presenting Correctly Documented Research Results. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Adequately Support A Position, Perform And Correctly Document Research, And Report The Results Of A Research Project.

This course covers the principles and applications of ethical and critical thinking. Topics include argument construction and analysis, inductive and deductive reasoning, logical fallacies, perception, moral approaches, and social responsibility. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to analyze ethical issues, evaluate and clarify their own thinking,create sound and valid arguments, and effectively weigh the arguments of others.

Prerequisite(s): Eng221 This Course Explores The Foundations And Development Of Western Culture From Its Origins In The Ancient Near East To Modern Western Civilization. Topics Include Cultural History,philosophy, Religion, Literature, Art, And Music. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Identify Influential Figures And Events, Appreciate And Discuss Well-known Works Of Art And Thought, And Recognize And Analyze Significant Movements And Genres In Western Culture.

3.5 Credit Hours/35 Lecture Hours Prerequisite(s): Eng221 This Course Introduces Students To The Literary Genres Of Fiction, Poetry, And Drama. Topics Include Literary Terminology, Criticism, Forms, Elements, Themes, And Major Works And Authors Within These Genres. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Actively Read, Appreciate, Analyze, And Respond To Works Of Literature.

The course presents an overview of short stories, novels, poetry, and drama from the latter half of the twentieth century to the present. Topics include the use of language, composition, and characterization. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify major authors and analyze significant literary works of the period.

This course is designed to present an overview of American government. Topics include the federal system; political parties; nominations and elections; the legislative, executive and judicial branches; and civil liberties and civil rights. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to trace the development of the U.S. Constitution, understand and analyze issues in American government, and discuss the policy-making process.

3.5 Credit Hours/35 Lecture Hours Prerequisite(s): Eng221, Pol107 This Course Explores Some Of The Most Pressing Political Issues Facing The United States And Other Nations. Topics Include Problems And Issues Inherent In Different Governmental Styles And The Political Process Of Democracies And Other Forms Of Government. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course Students Will Be Able To Research, Analyze, And Discuss Issues Related To The Function Of Political Institutions, Issues Relating To A Variety Of Social Changes, Public Policy Matters, And America’s Role As A Global Leader In Foreign Affairs.

Prerequisite(s): Eng121 This Course Is Designed To Present A General Overview Of Psychology As A Social Science. Topics Include Historical Perspectives, Research Methods, Therapies, Applied Psychology,and Other Current Issues. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Identify Psychological Concepts And Methods As Used Commonly To Address Real-world Situations.

This course is designed to introduce topics and issues relating to abnormal psychology. Topics include the theoretical models of psychopathology, normal and abnormal behavior, disorder classifications, and treatment methodologies. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify various pathological and maladaptive behaviors, compare and contrast disorders, and analyze community attitudes as well as ethical and legal issues related to psychopathology

This course explores the nature and importance of human relations. Topics include the communication process, working in diverse environments, teambuilding skills, controlling emotions,and managing conflict. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate essential transferable skills to function effectively in society.

3.5 Credit Hours/35 Lecture Hours Prerequisite(s): Eng121 This Course Explores The Impact Of Technology On Societal Institutions Such As Family, Government, And Consumer Relations. Topics Include Significant Technological Innovations, Historical And Current Effects Of Change, And The Use Of Technology. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Explain And Evaluate The Benefits And Risks Of Technological Change.

3.5 Credit Hours/35 Lecture Hours Prerequisite(s): Eng221, Mth340 This Course Covers Research Methods To Gather, Organize, Analyze, And Convert Data Into Information For The Purposes Of Presentation And Decision Making. Topics Include Primary And Secondary Research, Documentation And Interpretation Of Data, And Presentation To Multicultural Populations. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Conduct Independent Research, Analyze The Data Collected, And Present The Information In Written And Oral Forms.

Prerequisite(s): Mth097 If Indicated By Placement Scores This Course Develops Problem-solving And Decision-making Strategies Using Mathematical Tools From Arithmetic, Algebra,geometry, And Statistics. Topics Include Consumer Mathematics,key Concepts In Statistics And Probability, Sets Of Numbers, And Geometry. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Apply Mathematical Tools And Methods To Solve Real-world Problems.

3.5 Credit Hours/35 Lecture Hours Prerequisite(s): Mth107 Or Mth170 This Course Introduces Basic Concepts In Statistics With Emphasis On Quantitative Analysis. Topics Include Measures Of Center And Variation, Applications Of Normal Distribution, Interpretations Of Correlation Coefficients, Analyzing And Graphing Linear Regression Models And Fundamentals Of Probability. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Analyze Realworld Data, Interpret Graphs, Create Simple Linear Regression Models, And Form Valid Conclusions On The Basis Of Such Analysis.

Prerequisite(s): Eng121 And Either Mth107 Or Mth170 This Course Is Designed As An Introduction To Physical Science.topics Include Motion, Conservation Laws, Gravity, Waves, And Thermodynamics. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course,students Will Be Able To Describe The Scientific Method, Explain And Define The Principles And Terminology Of Physical Science,and Use Formulas To Solve Related Problems.

3.5 Credit Hours/35 Lecture Hours Prerequisite(s): Eng121 This Course Integrates The Various Fields Of Earth Science And Explores How These Fields Interact. Topics Include Meteorology, Geology, Astronomy, And Oceanography. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To Analyze The Interactions Of Geological Events, The Weather, The Oceans, And Astronomy.

This course is designed to increase proficiency in the use of common word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation application software. Topics include the production of business documents and reports. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to prepare documents using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.

This course focuses on providing the skills and strategies to achieve personal and educational goals. Topics include learning styles, accountability, self-directed learning, managing resources,goal setting, self-esteem, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate self-reliance and apply the tools for success.

Prerequisite(s): Student Must Have Completed 50% Of Degree Requirements This Course Provides The Foundation For Developing Long-term Career Management Skills. Topics Include Tips For Producing Quality Résumés And Cover Letters And Interactive Techniques For Interviewing Success. Upon Successful Completion Of This Course,students Will Be Able To Research Job Leads, Write A Résumé,prepare For A Job Interview, Follow Up On A Job Interview, And Apply Strategies To Keep A Job And Advance In A Career.

Students study the evolution of information and the impact of technology on research, and learn how to access, evaluate, and synthesize acquired research. The research process and papers required, of each student include inquiry into the history of each student’s chosen career along with the assignments on how changes in technology have impacted the communication processes in the career field. Prerequisite or Corequisite: INSM180

This course is a multi-disciplinary course with the infusion of communication theory along with critical analyses of written and presented speech to include a composition/rhetoric/ textual element from the English discipline.

Students develop their expository and persuasive writing skills through varied writing experiences. Information literacy skills and research techniques are introduced and reinforced. Students apply their information literacy and writing skills to produce a paper which incorporates research in appropriate APA citation style.

This course builds on the research and writing skills developed in the previous English course. Students make critical decisions about the research necessary to produce diverse writings appropriate in content, format, and documentation. Using their research, students produce documents that will positively affect varied audiences.

This introductory course exposes students to the theoretical basis of computing science. Students study the social, educational and career implications of computer hardware and system software, as well as emerging technologies. Learners will apply technology to develop proficiency in the productions, analysis and archiving of electronic communications common in today’s society.

Students employ a wide range of problem solving strategies. This course introduces measurement, consumer math, quantitative reasoning, statistics, different numeration systems, and optional topics according to student needs.

This course introduces students to environmental science, and examines the human/environmental relationship, fundamental ecological principles, energy resources, human impact on ecosystems, and industry’s impact on ecosystems, natural disasters, and cutting-edge environmental issues.

Explore and analyze contemporary topics using analytic methods and metacognitive strategies. Emphasis is on the application of these strategies within the dynamic communities of college, career and life. Students complete a career based ethical controversy research paper which contributes to the student learning portfolio.

This course provides an introduction to the principles of psychological theory and research. This course surveys the sub categories of study including: cognitive, developmental, abnormal, social and biopsychology as it related to the scientific study and understanding of human thoughts, emotions and behaviors.

Students are introduced to sociological principles through exploring the relationship between the individual, attitudes, behavior and the community. This includes the contemplation of issues like race, gender, class, sex, and age, as well as organizational infrastructures and their tendencies towards power, authority, and status.

The Criminal Justice associate degree program provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system. The program includes the study of the United States court systems, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Students study the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in a variety of Criminal Justice fields. The program is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field.

The Criminal Justice associate degree program provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system. The program includes the study of the United States court systems, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Students study the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in a variety of Criminal Justice fields. The program is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field.

The Criminal Justice associate degree program provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system. The program includes the study of the United States court systems, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Students study the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in a variety of Criminal Justice fields. The program is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field.

This course will review probation, parole, and community corrections. Students will learn about their histories and organizational structures, the nature and effects of the process by which offenders are handled, and the dynamics and trends toward change in the fields of probation, parole, and communitybased corrections. Prerequisite: CRJU101

The Criminal Justice associate degree program provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system. The program includes the study of the United States court systems, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Students study the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in a variety of Criminal Justice fields. The program is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field.

The Criminal Justice associate degree program provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system. The program includes the study of the United States court systems, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Students study the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in a variety of Criminal Justice fields. The program is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field.

The Criminal Justice associate degree program provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system. The program includes the study of the United States court systems, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Students study the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in a variety of Criminal Justice fields. The program is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field.

The Criminal Justice associate degree program provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system. The program includes the study of the United States court systems, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Students study the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in a variety of Criminal Justice fields. The program is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field.

The Criminal Justice associate degree program provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system. The program includes the study of the United States court systems, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Students study the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in a variety of Criminal Justice fields. The program is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field.

The Criminal Justice associate degree program provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system. The program includes the study of the United States court systems, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Students study the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in a variety of Criminal Justice fields. The program is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field.

Prerequisite: None In this course, students focus on developing writing skills through practice and revision of a variety of different types of essays. Students are also given instruction in library and online research and methods of documentation.

"In this course, students focus on research and developing writing skills through writing the ""argument"" essay. Students are also given instruction in library and online research and methods of documentation."

This course is a practical overview of desktop applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications.

"This course addresses topics in contemporary mathematics such as inequalities, radicals, quadratic equations, rational functions, exponential, logarithmic, and graphing polynomial functions."

This course provides students with a general introduction to business activity and how it relates to our economic society. Students will explore how businesses are owned, organized, managed, and controlled.

Prerequisite: None This course provides undergraduate students with a comprehensive introduction to the business sector’s relationship to the principal forces operating in the ethical and legal environments. Particular attention is given to the constraints and opportunities presented by the regulatory environments in North America and the European Union. The course also provides an in-depth, comparative framework for understanding the ethical and intercultural challenges facing contemporary multinational and international organizations. With respect to the legal framework within which most business organizations operate, course topics include corporate problems of raising and maintaining capital by shares; relationships of directors to shareholders; respective rights and obligations;relationships of companies to third parties; control and the principle of majority rule.

"This course introduces students to financial accounting. Students can learn the fundamentals of the accounting cycle."

"This course focuses on Economic theory of the firm, resource allocation and price determination, the free market supply/demand mechanism, and pure and imperfect competition models are analyzed."

"Presents basic economic concepts emphasizing the part the United States plays in a global economy. Foundations of economic theory are presented, using topics from television news and mass media. Topics introduced are GDP, National Income Accounting, United States fiscal policy and economic growth."

"Students will study and apply the fundamentals of marketing within an organization and the contemporary market environment. The course will focus on marketing strategy and development of a marketing mix."

Students will study and apply the fundamentals of marketing within an organization and the contemporary market environment. The course will focus on marketing strategy and development of a marketing mix.

This course requires students completing their AABA degree to demonstrate knowledge learned throughout the program and apply the theories to real world issues. Students are expected to synthesize and integrate learning experiences acquired throughout their program and to evaluate research and current topics relative to their area of concentration.

This course provides an overview of the criminal justice system. Emphasis will be on crime in America, the criminal justice process, law enforcement, adjudication, punishment, corrections, and prisons. Students will also learn about crime, law and justice, as well as special issues in the criminal justice system.

This course is an overview of theoretical perspectives in criminology. This entails the nature, causation and etiology of criminal behaviors in offenders.

This course furnishes a concise but comprehensive introduction to the substantive criminal law. It offers an understanding of the legal environment in which criminal justice professionals must function and helps students to gain a clear understanding of the principles of the law that will be vital to success in the field of criminal justice.

This course provides a comprehensive review of the criminal justice system focusing on how the system functions in theory and practice. Analyses of specific policies relevant to crime and the administration of justice is used to explore the process of forming public policy and the impact criminal justice professionals have upon the policy implementation. It is an in-depth study of the American criminal justice system including the history, theories, responsibilities, and functions of primary parts of the system.

Provides a survey of delinquent and criminal behavior. Topics include causes of these behaviors, specific problems and selected case studies.

Evaluates courts, police and correctional organizations in the United States. The history of these criminal justice organizations is studied. Contemporary problems and their solutions are discussed

Discusses the development of corrections officers. Topics include a discussion of the complexity and scope of corrections historically, traditionally, operationally and legally.

Explores the law enforcement profession. Topics include approaches to modern law enforcement, an historical overview and a consideration of law enforcement as a balance of social, historical, political, legal, individual and organizational forces

Examines the unique aspects of juvenile crime. Topics include a review of the laws, courts, police procedures and correctional alternatives that have been established to deal specifically with juvenile crime, examination of the influences of drugs and gangs on juvenile crime and consideration of strategies for intervention and prevention.

Examines criminal law and defines legal principles and doctrines. Topics include need for and origins of criminal laws and reviews specific laws and their punishments, including violent crimes, economic crimes and defenses available.

Presents fundamental principles, concepts, and theories of investigating crimes. Topics include interviewing, interrogations and surveillance. The course examines case preparation(s) and potential problems in criminal investigations. Investigative techniques for specific crimes are explored.

This course is an introduction to the operations of a security guard, focusing on rights and regulations, duties, responsibilities, and the procedures performed on the job

This course focuses on communications and the use of force by a security guard

Students will gain insight and understanding of both the criminal and the crime including motivation, theories of crime and criminality, psychological/social impact of crime and violence, crime analysis, and Canada's criminal justice system

This course provides an in-depth study of Canada’s criminal code and related federal statutes, including interpretation through the perspective of a law enforcement officer

Students will gain knowledge of both the organization and management of the public sector, as well as the structure, function, and powers of the federal, provincial, and municipal governments

This introduction to communications is designed to develop students’ English and communication skills so they can communicate accurately, persuasively, and credibly with individuals, groups, and multi-disciplinary teams

This advanced communication course is designed to enhance the foundational skills developed in introduction to communications. These skills will focus on interpretation of written communication, factual documentation of events for reports that form part of permanent public records, advanced editing skills and advanced verbal reports

This subject will help students understand what is happening in Canada today, what the trends indicate, and why these things are happening, how social policy is affecting areas such as poverty, child abuse, violence against women, and more

This subject will introduce the foundational concepts of conflict resolution and mediation. The course also introduces the foundations of incident debriefing. The demands of the law and regulatory enforcement constantly place professional in contact with hostile and interpersonal contact during stressful situations. These foundational skills will provide students with tools to improve their ability to do their job by being able to improve interpersonal communication at critical times. Incident debriefing identifies the purpose and process for this tool

This course covers topics related to post-law enforcement or regulatory enforcement including federal and provincial correctional services, probation, parole, halfway houses, rehabilitation processes, and restorative justice

A practical approach to ethics will help students maintain professional conduct and integrity that must be paramount in their decision-making. Topics include making ethical decisions, laws of police ethics, and moral decision-making

This course covers the foundations of human behaviour and the impact of deviant behaviour in the law and regulatory enforcement fields

By studying the ethnic composition and the history of race relations in Canada, concepts of culture and sensitivity training, students will understand critical situations which may arise from racially-motivated conflict. In order to better understand and deal with native issues, students will study a history of first nations people, laws, demographics, culture, and current issues

This course will build on the concepts and ideas taught in earlier foundation courses and will provide the student with the base skills required to be a successful investigator

Beginning with an introduction to the history of policing in Canada, studies will also include police jurisdictions in Canada, police administration, how police agencies use their resources, and more

This course provides an introduction to psychology including learning, motivation, behaviour, development, factors affecting interpersonal relationships, and group dynamics

This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to carry out common law enforcement operations, including powers of arrest, rules of evidence, seizure, process of interviewing (both those under investigation and witnesses) and documentation. This topic also covers provincial and federal legislation that govern law enforcement practices in these areas

In this course the student will be exposed to the purpose of Federal Regulations, enforcement, and compliance strategies as well as methods for obtaining compliance. Students will outline how Regulations are a form of law and how Acts that authorize the making of Regulations are called enabling Acts. The student will compare and contrast the enforcement of Regulations in its two forms ― compliance and sanctioning/deterrence

This course explores the history, purpose and range of provincial regulatory bodies including crown corporations that maintain an enforcement or investigation function. The course also reviews the jurisdiction and provincial acts that support the functions of regulatory provincial enforcement agencies. Enforcement agencies include fish and wildlife, transportation, motor vehicles, forestry, social services, air land and water, liquor and tobacco, gaming, taxation and municipalities. Provincial crown corporations include railway, insurance and public utilities

Knowledge of the workings and interaction of people in society will aid the student in understanding how people are influenced by their social environment. Time is also spent highlighting relevant social problems

This course is designed to increase awareness of the lifestyle demands of the law and regulatory enforcement profession. The course also covers the extensive preparation requirements and screening processes used by agencies hiring in law and regulatory enforcement profession. The course covers topics in the physical requirements for the profession, demands of a 24-hour workplace, managing stress, identification of psychological impacts, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This course includes fitness planning and training, lifestyle planning, and nutrition

his course looks at the planning, preparation, execution, and follow-up stages of an interview.

This course covers working with the Windows operating system to manage files and folders and customize the desktop, creating documents, and using the Internet for communication and research.

This program includes a practicum component consisting of a specified number of weeks of work at a job site. This practicum work experience is a mandatory diploma requirement and the business organization does not pay for the services of the student during the practicum. The number of practicum hours varies between programs. To learn more about the specific practicum hours for a specific program, speak with an Admissions Representative.

This course is designed to equip students with interpersonal skills identified by employers as essential for success in the professional world. Using a variety of instructional methods including case studies, group exercises, and discussion, students learn and practice key communication skills.

This course will introduce students to skills and concepts that will help them achieve personal, academic, and career success.

This course is an introduction to the foundational elements of the criminal justice system. Students examine this system from its influential past, to its multi-faceted present, to its theorized future. This course gives the student an interactive pathway through the laws that protect the system, through the people that enforce the system, and through the courts that govern this system. It also provides an overview of the correctional systems and their impact and roles in American society. Other topics include crime causation, terrorism, and cybercrime-related issues.

This course provides students with the opportunity to gain a basic understanding of policing in the United States. It examines the history of the police, the emerging role of private security, and the organizational concepts of police departments. This course also discusses the relationships between the police department and their respective communities. Other topics include recruitment processes, diversity, culture, and laws that govern policing. Students will have the opportunity to research their local police department for a closer look at policing in their community.

This course is an introduction to the fundamental elements of the courts in our criminal justice system. Students will examine the many complexities affecting the court system, from the theory behind the creation of laws to the implementation of such laws. This course provides an in-depth look into the roles and functions of the professionals interacting within the court while outlining the courtroom process. Other topics include punishments, appeals, and plea bargains.

This course introduces students to the fundamental elements of the corrections system within the criminal justice field. Students will examine the early implementations of punishment as well as evolving philosophies of sentencing. Students will gain insight into the purpose and functions of jails and prisons, while establishing a connection between prison life and prisoner’s rights. Students will also take an in-depth look into how parole and probation affect our communities. Other topics include correctional management, rehabilitation, and correctional systems in other countries.

This course is a general orientation to the concept of delinquency and the field of juvenile justice. Students will examine the nature of delinquency, as well as a variety of theories and suspected causes of delinquent behavior. Students will study factors related to delinquency and/or prevention including gender, youthful behavior, family, peers, drug use, school, and community.. This course will also familiarize students with the evolution of juvenile justice and key players in the juvenile justice process. Additionally, students will develop an understanding of the juvenile court process, as well as juvenile detention, restitution, prevention and treatment.

This course is an introduction to contemporary security practices and programs. Students will study the origins of private security, its impact on our criminal justice system, and the roles of security personnel. Students will also examine the growth and privatization of the security industry, and study the elements of physical security including surveillance and alarm systems. The course will cover legal and liability issues, which determine the extent of private security authority as well as its limitations. This course will also focus on the current and future integration of private security services in law enforcement agencies.