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This course presents a framework for studying the nature and causes of crime and antisocial behavior. It focuses on explanations provided through criminal topologies and criminological theories, using a variety of multidisciplinary perspectives. Topics range from crime causation to the extent of crime, victimization, social and psychological theories, and various types of criminality including violent, property, and public order offenses.

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This course teaches students the fundamentals of morality and ethics in the context of applied criminal justice. Topics covered include the role of ethics as it pertains to the recruitment, hiring, and promotion of personnel; the mission of the criminal justice system; the importance of maintaining public trust; the responsible use of discretionary authority; the devastating consequences of official misconduct and recommendations for its control; the importance of organizational leadership; the role of training; and the future of the criminal justice system.

The Kaplan University Correction Certificate Program is intended to prepare students to pursue entry-level and supervisory position in today's complex correction environment

This course explores human behavior in criminal justice organizations. Students examine individual behaviors, attitudes, personalities, values, perceptions, and emotions and how these affect organization outcomes. The course also looks at the theories, concepts, and application of motivation as well as the importance of stress management and professional ethics in criminal justice organizations.

Employment and policy law helps to regulate the workplace environment by protecting employees from discrimination and harassment and providing a safe and fair workplace. In this course, students will analyze and evaluate legal concepts and learn to identify potentially troublesome employment-related legal and ethical issues to avoid liability, as well as to develop an understanding of how to manage employees to maximize productivity.

This course deals with concepts and theory in the field of organizational behavior. The course focuses on the historical perspectives of organizational theorists, theories of motivations and leadership, and future trends and developments in modern organizations.

Students Are Introduced To The Substantive Law Of Business Entities Including Sole Proprietorships, General And Limited Partnerships, And Corporations. Subjects Covered Include The Application Of Substantive Law To Incorporation Procedure,partnership Agreements, General Corporation Maintenance, Corporate Capitalization, Financing And Corporate Changes Such As Mergers, Amendments, Dissolutions. Prerequisite: Law101. Bus204 Is Strongly Recommended.

This is a web-supported course that examines the developing concept of e-government. Students become familiar with the methods used by state and federal government to regulate business by means of government websites. Assessment is based on a student generated portfolio. Cross listed with BUS325.

This course presents the concepts and the skills needed to set up, operate, and control a small business. The development of a business plan is integral to the course. Prerequisite: MGT 221 or permission of the instructor.

This is a trailblazing course on e-commerce and the legal issues this activity has created. Among the topics covered are an overview of e-commerce; jurisdiction; copyrights; trademarks; privacy; obscenity; defamation; online contracts; and Internet taxation

This is an introductory course on the law of Intellectual Property. Among the topics covered are freedom of speech on the Web, ISP responsibilities, infringement, trademark issues on the Web, privacy and the Internet, copyright piracy and international trade issues, and new developments in trade secret law

Students learn the techniques of legal writing as it pertains to the role of the legal assistant. Specific writing assignments include the case brief, motions, pleadings, discovery documents and written instruments. The course culminates in a Memorandum of Law and therefore attention is given to advanced legal research. Prerequisites: LAW203, 205

Students become familiar with such family law matters as annulment, legal separation, marriage and dissolution of marriage. Further, students are introduced to the general litigation process that resolves disputes, including post-judgment matters. Other family matters such as adoption, guardianship, domestic violence, actions for custody, and rights to property and support are covered. Prerequisite: LAW101

Students Become Familiar With The Bankruptcy Code, As Amended; The General Functions Of The Bankruptcy Court; And The Power Of The United States Bankruptcy Court For The District Of Connecticut. Students Are Introduced To Chapter 7, Chapter 11, And Chapter 13 Proceedings And Rules. Prerequisite: Law101; Law203 Is Recommended.

Students Learn The Relevant Federal And State Environmental Laws Together With Their Practical Application To Corporate And Real Estate Transactions. Specific Areas Of Study Include Environmental Due Diligence. This Course Covers The Specific Area In Which Individuals And Business Entities Encounter Environmental Law. Cross Listed With Env405. Prerequisite: Bus204 Or Env121 Or Law101

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.

This course provides a practical understanding of the use of accounting by management in planning and controlling operations in all functions of the enterprise and in choosing among alternative courses of action. Prerequisite: ACC111

Students are introduced to the system of legal thought and practice. The course examines legal methods and terminology while providing an orientation to state and federal laws and court systems. Internet resources and instructional technology are part of all topics, including a survey of subject specific areas in the law.

Students Learn The Role That Wills, Trusts And Powers Of Attorney Play In The Management Of Personal Assets. Further, Students Become Thoroughly Familiar With The Procedures Employed To Open, Manage, And Close Decedents’ Estates, Conservatorship, Guardianships, Small Estates, And Refusal Of Letters. Prerequisite: Law101; Acc111 Strongly Recommended.

Students learn how to handle a real estate transaction from the drafting of the sales contract to the closing. Subjects covered include Notes, Mortgages and Deeds of Trust, Titles and Title Insurance, Recording Liens, Encumbrances, Foreclosures, and Easements. Prerequisite: LAW101.

Students are introduced to all aspects of a civil lawsuit, including Jurisdiction, Rules of Procedure, Pleadings, Motions, Discovery, Trial Procedures, and the Appellate Process. Prerequisite: LAW101.

Students become familiar with legal resource materials and how they are researched. Publications discussed include those that report Constitutional Law, Statutory Law, Case Law, Administrative Regulations, and Municipal Law. Further, students are introduced to the American Digest System, Shepard’s and Computer-Assisted Legal Research. Research assignments introduce students to the legal research process. Prerequisite: LAW101.

The College Success Seminar is designed to provide first year students with the academic and social skills necessary for success in the university environment. Its mission is to provide students with an introduction to the many dimensions of university life and Post University.

This course is designed to provide students with a practical application of the contemporary communication skills necessary for career development and career success. Topics include investigation of career fields and the communication and technology skills that are essential to those careers. Examples include technology-supported written, oral, private, and public communication. Students will be able to assess and analyze their personal communication and technology skills and strategize ways to apply them as part of their professional development goals. Note about required first courses: Students should review the program description section of this Walden University Catalog carefully to determine which first course is required.

This course introduces the workings of the American government and the roles, rights and responsibilities of citizens. The air we breathe, the water we drink and the protection of our lives and property all are affected by the actions of local, regional and national levels of government. Students study the constitutional foundations and major institutions of American government demonstrated through executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Upon completion, students will understand how American Government functions including the roles of political parties, elections, voting and interest groups, as well as how public policy is formulated and implemented.

New technologies in communications and transportation have created a global society. Old boundaries between nations and peoples have become blurred. The new reality of a global society has brought with it opportunities and a whole new set of issues and problems that must be addressed. Help enhance your understanding of the new global society that has been brought about by advances in technology and communication. Study issues with a significant global dimension such as energy, trade, human rights, health care, sex and drug trafficking, and the disparity between rich nations and poor nations. Identify the major challenges to peace and sustainability in the new global environment

The Declaration of Independence argues that all men are entitled to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Arguments over how to guarantee these inalienable rights have raged for centuries. Apply the principles of the US Constitution and examine several modern day political controversies such as same sex marriage, the role of the media in society, the debate over gun control, and others in light of their relationship to larger enduring political debates

Each day public administrators make decisions and implement programs that impact our everyday lives in countless ways. Explore how public administrators conduct the business of government. Study how they work to implement public policy and examine the issues and challenges public administrators face in performing their jobs. Examine the variety of jobs that public administrators perform and their crucial role in the successful operation of government. Examine how public managers work to implement public policy, and what issues and challenges administrators face in the future.

What is public policy Who makes it and how is it made Explore how the government makes decisions and the impact these decisions have on people and communities. Study the ways issues become important, how groups exercise power and how government policies are evaluated and modified. Examine whether the public policy process is generally fair to the majority of citizens or provide unfair advantage to certain groups. This course offers the student an opportunity to engage in the exploration of many of the questions and issues surrounding the making of public policy.

The constitution is the foundation for all law in the United States. This course uses landmark Supreme Court Cases as the basis for an examination of such enduring constitutional themes as civil rights/civil liberties, federalism, property rights, the death penalty, the rights of the accused, freedom of religion, and others. Study the ways people have tried to use the law to promote and sometimes to inhibit positive social change.

How will I know right from wrong What standards should I use to evaluate the ethics of my actions Leaders in all sectors of society struggle with these questions on a daily basis. Ethics has become an increasingly important element of successful public sector leadership. Identify the principles that can be used to address ethical issues. Examine how successful public sector leaders build organizations that reflect strong ethical values. Students in this course will have the opportunity to examine ethical considerations facing contemporary leaders of all sectors with special focus on elected officials, public administrators, public servants, and nonprofit leaders.

Books, movies and television programs about crime, particularly those that feature criminals and trials, have been popular for decades. But there’s more to criminal law than the theatrics that often are featured in such media. This course focuses on the concepts and processes related to criminal law including criminal procedures, prosecution, defense, and court procedures and decision-making. Students will examine major criminal law violations and the differences between de-criminalization and legalization.

With the exception of the occasional traffic ticket, most people will not have many encounters with the criminal justice system. However, frequent interactions with the American legal system through civil law are not uncommon. Students in this course study family law, employment law, property rights, malpractice issues, torts and other aspects of civil law. Examine the ways civil law is relevant to human resource managers, health care professionals and public administrators.

What happens in a courtroom is both complex and fascinating as is evidenced by the popularity of courtroom drama, real and fictional. In the course, students analyze and apply information about the components of the judicial system including their structure, function, and processes; the professional roles within this system; and issues related to the courts and judicial process in an increasingly diverse society.

Many of society’s most intractable problems are resolved through the legal system. Issues such as immigration, abortion, reproductive rights, intellectual property, and the separation of church and state are the substantive grounding of many legal debates. This course will highlight the legal aspects of several social issues.

The capstone project concludes the program. This practical, real-world application requires participants to apply the knowledge, skills, and dispositions learned in this program to an actual educational environment. Serving as a consultant, participants will examine a school or district’s curriculum plans against a set of data and make recommendations for improvement and reform.

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

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 explores contemporary law enforcement management by examining personality, values, groups, power dimensions, decision making, conflict management, change, and organization development.

This course compares and contrasts traditional goals of punishment (rehabilitation, incapacitation, retribution, and deterrence) with the concepts of restorative justice. Topics include community service, victim assistance, victim-offender mediation, and restitution. Restorative justice seeks a balance between the need to rehabilitate offenders while executing a duty to protect the public.

This course provides a fundamental analysis of research and a methodological evaluation of criminal justice topics. This course familiarizes students with aspects of statistical analysis and research design relevant to today’s justice environment using both quantitative and qualitative methods. Additionally, coverage is provided for use of research design in community action

This course provides an objective study of the many roles psychology plays in the legal system, including expert witnesses, criminal profilers, and trial consultants for jury selection and child custody hearings.

This course enhances students’ understanding of criminal investigative procedure, collection and preservation of evidence, chain of custody concerns, computer forensics, investigative jurisdiction, administration, and use of information gathering techniques.

This course explores the interrelatedness of law and socioeconomic concerns and attempts to generate a holistic perspective of society and social control for those charged with the administration of justice

This course provides insight into the historical causes, strategies, and tactics of terrorism, as well as counterterrorism planning and utilization of law enforcement assets to prevent, detect, and deter acts of terrorism. Also covered are constitutional issues regarding terrorism suspects, long-term detention, financial embargoes of private funds, and other issues pertinent to the modern political climate.

This course explores the subcultures created by police and correctional officers. Topics include the need for building a subculture of mutual support and survival in a dangerous profession, dilemmas of new officers entering corrupt departments, and ways administrators can help police and correctional officers rediscover their community.

This course is taken in the final term of the graduate program. It focuses on professional portfolio development and a final written proposal by the graduate. The portfolio will contain the graduate’s curriculum vitae, exemplars of writing from graduate courses, a statement of criminal justice philosophy, a 5-year plan for professional goals, and a research topic paper/written proposal. A final written proposal must focus on how the graduate will use the totality of the learning experience to examine and improve the criminal justice system at the federal, state, county, or city level. The proposal must exhibit adequate research, coordination within the extant layers of justice policy, realistic consideration of available resources, and a reasonable timeline of benchmarks.

This Course Provides An Examination Of Issues Relating To Justice Policies, Perspectives, Techniques, Roles, Institutional Arrangement, Management And Administration, Use Of Research, And Innovative Patterns. Prerequisite: Jus 104 And Jus 110.

This course provides students with an overview of the American legal system, including the concept and development of law. State and federal court systems and jurisdictions are compared and students are introduced to the sources and areas of law, legal remedies, and the litigation process. Students learn how to read and analyze legal documents and get hands-on experience finding law and legal analysis using the LexisNexis legal information database and the legal research capabilities of the Internet. The course further focuses on determining the applicable law and applying this law to legal problems in the areas that affect businesses' day-to-day operations including ethical business conduct policies, consumer protection, human resources and employment issues, real estate, intellectual property, and corporate change and governance

This course offers an overview of an array of dispute resolution processes useful within business organizations and in relations between organizations and individuals. Essential terms and theories are covered and questions of when each process – mediation, negotiation, arbitration, and others – is and is not applicable. Students learn how to analyze conflict and adopt strategies that avoid litigation and improve outcomes. Students gain experience and practice with issues involving conflict, power, working in groups, and the decision-making process. An additional focus will be the creation of pro-active conflict management systems within and between organizations

Students learn about our federal government, laws, and the legal system as well as the Constitution as the basis of individual rights. Students examine the doctrines of judicial review, federalism, and the separation of powers, and learn the practical and theoretical fundamentals of constitutional thought and law. Topics include due process, equal protection, the commerce clause, and individual rights. Through actual cases and problems, students gain the skills to analyze constitutional issues in their field of practice and see the constitutional dimensions of their professional decisions

This course provides students with an overview of the legal environment and principles that affect contracts and commercial transactions with an emphasis on Articles 2 and 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code. Students focus on contract law including the elements of a valid contract; an analysis of the formation, transfer, and termination of contract rights and duties; what is required in performance; and the legal and equitable remedies available upon breach of contract

Rapid developments in information technologies have resulted in heightened concern with information security in every area of business and government practice. This course will explore the laws and practices affecting personal privacy in a digital age and the information security needs of all those maintaining substantial and potentially sensitive records. Topics include internet privacy; issues related to anonymity, commercial profiling, spam, hacking, and viruses; database privacy in areas such as medical and financial records; identity theft; and the relationship of law enforcement to privacy as well as issues related to wiretapping, surveillance, and counter-terrorism

Students learn the laws and rules of civil procedure to understand what to expect if they must work with counsel in litigated conflicts. Successful students will understand how a lawsuit is prepared including the drafting of pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal actions and documents used in litigation. Students will also consider case law and the rules of criminal procedure to grasp how criminal law is administered including police investigative techniques, laws of arrest, search and seizure, self-incrimination, right to counsel, interrogation and confessions, pre-trial motions, standards of evidence and proof, and trial procedures

This course offers an introduction to tort law with emphasis on the potential liability of business organizations and the individuals within them for injuries to property and person. Considered are intentional wrongs, negligence, malpractice, products liability, and strict liability; invasions of personal integrity and emotional well-being; injury to tangible and intangible rights in property; liability insurance and alternatives; and damages. While learning the different types of tort actions, students identify the causes of action, determine whether legal elements of these torts can be demonstrated, and analyze case studies to establish principles and guidelines for managerial applications

This course examines the basic forms of business organizations including the law of sole proprietorship, partnerships, and corporations. Topics include the authority and responsibility of partners and the responsibility between corporate directors, officers, shareholders, and creditors. The course also covers the principles of agency law

This course explores the role of administrative law in areas of business and managerial practice affected by government regulation. Students will review the sources of law and chart the overlapping and sometimes conflicting roles of federal and state legal regulation. They will study the implications and effects of the various types of laws that may affect their activities, for example administrative agency regulations, constitutional provisions, statutes, and court decisions. Topics include agency powers and operation, determination and promulgation of administrative regulations, right to notice and hearing, enforcement, judicial review, standing, and the Administrative Procedure Act

This course offers an overview of fundamental areas of employment law. Topics include job discrimination and related laws, labor law and labor relations, plant and job safety, public officers and employees, employee contracts, self-employment, Americans with Disabilities Act, Equal Employment Opportunity Act, non-competition agreements, workers' compensation, unemployment obligations, and personnel issues such as drug testing, lie detectors, whistle-blowing, and wrongful discharge

This course will examine intellectual capital and its relation to corporate strategy. Specifically, students will study the protection of technology through the federal patent system and the state law for trade secrets, copyright protection, trademarks, and related contracts. Related topics such as domain names, cyber-squatting, right of publicity, and false advertising will also be examined

This course details the laws that regulate how employees should be hired, fired, promoted, disciplined, or evaluated. It explores the steps an employer should take to avoid allegations of discrimination during the hiring, firing, or disciplinary process. The course also examines the legal limits on monitoring an employee's email, computer usage, and outside activities and examines the legal limits on drug testing employees and checking an employee's criminal, credit, and medical background

This course creates a forum for the exploration and discussion of important contemporary problems, advances, and opportunities in the healthcare field. Topics range from the social and political forces affecting healthcare and health insurance policy to the ethical and legal dimensions of drug testing and advertising, food and nutrition, the medical significance of an aging population, environmental health, genetic and biomedical technology, assisted suicide, palliative care, and end of life issues

This course in Anti-Avoidance Legislation and Tax Risk Management comparatively examines the general legal principles, tax regulations, case law, and audit procedures concerning anti tax-avoidance and tax risk mitigation in many OECD countries, and the ethical issues often confronted by practitioners. Issues concern economic substance; business purpose; economic benefit; abuse of law; assignment of income; thin capitalization and earnings stripping; anti-deferral regimes like control foreign company legislation, taxation of passive investment income held in foreign entities, and foreign trust regimes; anti-tax haven regimes; and other anti-avoidance legislation. Tax risk management also considers intra-group communication, establishing tax department operations, compliance programs, among other practices required for tax counsel.

Designed For Tax Lawyers, Accountants, In-house Tax Planners, Government Officials, And Other Professionals Who Deal, Or Want To Deal, With Tax Matters, This Course Provides An Overview Of Global Tax Planning. It Will Examine Sources Of Law; Fiscal Jurisdiction; The Determination Of Taxable Income For Natural Persons, Corporate Entities, Business Operations, And Different Types Of Income; How Tax Treaties Affect The Exercise Of Fiscal Jurisdiction And Limit The Imposition Of Tax; And The Problem Of Double Taxation, Including How Jurisdictions May Mitigate Double Taxation (and Double-dipping Of Deductions And Losses) Under Local Law And Tax Treaties. The Course Also Covers Tax Diagnostics For The Multi-national Enterprise (mne) And The Impact Of Politics And Economics On Tax Policy. Tax Treaties Will Be Discussed Both As A Tool Of Tax Avoidance For Tax Planners And As A Tool For Tax Compliance, Enforcement, And Information Collection By Revenue Authorities. The Oecd, Un And Us Model Tax Treaties Are Used As Teaching Tools Due To Their Overwhelming Effect On International Treaty Policy, And Other Treaties Are Also Studied From Both A Case Law And Case Study Perspective. Topics Also Include: Interpretation And Definitions Of Articles And Terms; Effective Application; Taxation Of Investment Income; Taxation Of License Fees And Royalties; Treaty Shopping; Limitation Of Benefits; An In-depth Approach To The Permanent Establishment; Allocation Of Income Between Related Parties; Non-discrimination Toward Foreigners; The 1992 United States-netherlands Treaty As An Anti-avoidance Model; And New Treaty Developments, Such As Tieas.

This Global Financial Services Course Focuses On The Eleven To Fifteen Trillion Us Dollars - Approximately Half The World's Money Supply - That Flow Through And Are Managed By Firms In International (offshore) Financial Centers Such As The United Kingdom, Switzerland, Usa, The Netherlands, Hong Kong, Singapore, Cayman Islands, Bermuda And Mauritius. The Course Takes An In-depth Comparative Analysis Of Some Of The Best Known Offshore Jurisdictions From The Viewpoint Of The Planner, The Client, And The Tax Official. Students Will Examined Both Tax Incentives That Promote The Effective Use Of International Structures For Mitigation, And The Activities Of Non-compliant Persons. Topics Include Due Diligence; Offshore Planning Structures Such As Asset Protection Trusts And Mne Holding And Investment Companies; Planning Techniques [e.g., Back-to-back Finance, Licensing Agreements, Cross-border Double Dip Leasing; Corporate Inversions}; Comparative Regional And Jurisdictional Analysis; Multinational Offshore Operations [e.g., Treasury Management]; Offshore Vehicle Strategy Such An Re-insurance And Private Banking; Licensing For Offshore Service Providers And Trustees. Using Client-based Case Studies, Students Will Be Required To Research The Tax Systems And Rules In Various Countries In Finding Solutions, And Will Be Introduced To The Techniques Of International Tax Planning.

This course deals with the topics associated with the multinational estate. Its relevance is highlighted by an increasing need by international tax planners to effectively deal with sometimes perplexing and often conflicting rules posed by different jurisdictions upon a single estate. Although there is a heavy emphasis in this offering on the traditional estate and gift duties, numerous other tax and non-tax matters will be discussed in detail, including issues of burial; the family office of private banks; using complex insurance contracts in estate planning as well as companies; annuity structures; charitable structures and family foundations; trusts and other family holding entities; tax treaty issues such as estate and gift tax treaties and the OECD model; among other issues.

The European Union Embraces 27 Countries And 484 Million People, And It Deals With A Wide Range Of Tax And Vat Issues Of Direct Importance For Individuals And Corporations. Many International Tax Issues Are On The Agenda In The Eu, Such As Transfer Pricing, Home State Taxation, Tax Harmonization, Savings Directive, Vat And The Place Of Supply, Etc. Taxation Within The Eu Is More Important Than Ever. The European Court Of Justice Has Made Decisions On Hundreds Of Tax And Vat Cases, Which Affect Corporations And Individuals Cross Europe. European Taxation Addresses The Importance Of Eu Taxation And The European Court Of Justice And Their Impact On Each Member State, Corporations And Individuals, As Well As The Fundamental Principles Within The Union.

This Course Covers Practical International Transfer Pricing Issues Faced By Multinational Corporate Groups And Revenue Departments. The Course Examines Transfer Pricing Regulations From The Perspective Of The Oecd Guidelines And The Us Treasury Regulations Pursuant To Irc Section 482. The Main Concentration Of The Course Concerns Identifying Comparables For The Determination Of Arm's Length Pricing. Other Issues Covered Include Using Cost-plus And Resale Minus, Developing Cost Sharing And Profit Split Arrangements, Contract Manufacturing, Transfer Pricing Compliance And Record Keeping, Internal Policy Development, Revenue Audit Techniques, And Advance Pricing Agreements.

The Role Of International Consulting, Tax Firms, And Financial Institutions Has Expanded Since The Repeal Of The Glass-steagall Act To Include A Mix Of Asset And Portfolio Management (securities Investments), Banking And Insurance Law. Cognizant Of The Extensive Regulation In This Area, Advisors, Tax Lawyers, Bankers, Managers, Compliance Officers, And Accountants Are Required To Observe And Utilize Strategic Investment-risk Management Skills While Complying With Regulatory Requirements. This Course Analyzes Investment Management And The Compliance Issues Involved While Incorporating Case Studies, Practical Knowledge, And Assessment Of Legal Knowledge In The Area Of Compliance And Investment Management. Topics Include Investment Policy And Law; Fiduciary Rules And Regulations For Investment Advisors And Managers; Prudent Investor Rules; And Investment Products: Mutual Funds, Etfs And 401ks; Insurance Products, Services And Regulation; Hedge Funds History And Law; Sec And Nasd Regulation Of Rias (registered Investment Advisors); Stocks: Fixed Income, Dividend, And Growth; Bonds (corporate And Tax Free); Asset Allocation And Portfolio Management; Risk Management; Fundamental And Technical Analysis; Measuring Returns; Client Review And Communication; Disclosure; Privacy; Annual Reporting; And Investment Management, Legal Compliance And Ethics.

An advanced research course on an approved topic. In this final capstone course, required to graduate and offered in every term, each student must write a thesis of between 12,500 and 25,000 words with a minimum of 10 unique sources and 120 footnotes. The student is encouraged to publish the thesis after course completion. The thesis tests the student's ability to independently identify the issue, address a research methodology for the issue, create an outline, think laterally but hone in on the relevant, as well as to produce an article of professional quality. During the course, students will learn advanced research techniques and participate in feedback workshops.

Th is course covers the practical basis of “how to” write the kinds of documents that make up a lawyer’s traditional practice: a client advice letter, an offi ce (research) memorandum, and a memorandum of law in support of—or in opposition to—a dispositive motion, for example, a Motion for Summary Judgment. Th e course will also include an oral argument

Th E Law Relating To The Ethical Standards That Govern Attorneys And Judges Is The Focus Of This Course. It Covers The Aba Rules Of Professional Conduct, The Aba Model Rules Of Professional Conduct, And The Aba Code Of Judicial Ethics. The Course Will Also Include Materials On Professional Conduct Of The Attorney, The Role Of A Lawyer, The Lawyer As An Offi Cer Of The Court, And The Relationship Of The Lawyer To Society.

Th is course provides students with an eff ective means of integrating what they have learned over the course of their legal education, building on a strong substantive and skillsfoundation to make critical judgments about the law and policy as a practicing attorney. Special attention will be devoted to the skills necessary for success on the California Bar Examination. Th rough work with testing forms currently employed by the California Committee of Bar Examiners, students will refi ne their ability to analyze legal principles and express their thoughts in an appropriate legal fashion

Th E Legal Education Experience Program (leep) Provides Students With The Opportunity To Experience The Law In A Practical Setting. Jd Students Work Under A Supervising Attorney In A Judicial, Law Fi Rm, Public Law Offi Ce, Corporate, Or Government Setting. Th E Student Works With The Director Of Leep To Identify And Obtain Approval For An Appropriate Externship In His Or Her Location. Th Is Elective Also Requires Additional Coursework Including Lectures, Discussion Groups, And Writing Assignments.

Th is course covers eff ective oral argument and how to implement presentational skills in the context of how to argue a case before an appellate court. Th e skills; however, apply equally to (1) students who will argue a motion before a trial court and (2) students who neverintend to practice law but, on occasion, need to speak before a group of people. Students will analyze and apply legal principles and policy to a complicated fact pattern and improve their skills in organization and logical thinking. While there are written assignments, success in the course turns on two oral arguments, one on each side of the case. Students will work with partners and on teams. Th e overarching goal of this course is “collaborative learning,” and students will research, analyze, and plan arguments in “law fi rm” teams. Th is is an opportunity to work in cooperative groups toward a fi nal collective goal.

this course examines the legal theories and principles relating to parties and agreements and their resultant obligations or benefits. Covered topics include: formation, conditions, and remedies of contracts; bargained for consideration; third-party contracts (including assignments and delegations); statute of frauds; parole evidence; impossibility of performance; and frustration of purpose.

this course examines the state’s ability to punish individuals for wrongs committed. Homicide, thet (including robbery and burglary), assault, rape, kidnapping, and arson as well as attempts, conspiracies, and solicitation are covered in depth. h e state of mind required to commit a crime, including justii cations and excuses, is thoroughly covered.

this course explores the study of civil liability relating to intentional acts and violation of duties imposed by law. In addition, legal wrongs committed by a private person upon the person or property of another independent of a contractual relationship are covered in detail in this course. Topics include intentional torts, negligence, strict liability, product liability, nuisance, defamation, invasion of privacy, and misrepresentation.

this first-year course is designed to teach the ability to spot legal issues in factual situations and form legal arguments and theories. In addition, students demonstrate factual analysis and reasoning to buttress their arguments and conclusions.

this course covers the Law of Community Property and Division of Marital Assets in California. Specii c topics include the characterization of property as separate or community, creditors rights, third-party transfers, and the resolving of disputes upon the termination of a relationship or the death of a party

this course covers the law of estates and trusts as applied in California and gives a general overview of how it applies in the rest of the country. Issues dealing with the validity and revocation of wills are examined, in particular as they may af ect distribution of assets of an estate. In addition, the laws of express trusts (including creation and administration), charitable trusts, and consecutive trusts are covered

This course reviews both legal and equitable remedies, focusing on the underlying liability theories that give rise to the remedy and the remedy itself. Special attention is given to contract and tort remedies. Students will be exposed to the types of problems that they may encounter in law practice, with particular emphasis on ones that cross a variety of disciplines. Final papers are similar to the performance tests currently administered by the State Bar of California.

This course introduces a variety of art forms within a cultural context, providing a basis of understanding of societal and cultural developments in historic and contemporary terms.

This course explores a specific region or culture in depth, emphasizing its cultural, political, and economic characteristics.

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

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

This course focuses on preparing and delivering effective presentations. In addition, students learn about presentation strategy and the creation of visual aids.

This course examines the discipline of psychology, b cognitive and psycho-social, covering topics such as perception, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, personality, attitudes, psychological aspects of huma sexuality, and psycho-behavioral pathology.

This course will introduce students to the concepts, theory, and method of sociology. Students can develop a better understanding of society, culture, social institutions, social behavior, and other general social processes that operate in the social world.

This survey course presents the fundamental concepts of biology. Special emphasis is given to current biological issues.

This course introduces environmental issues that are directly related to global populations. Students will explo the identification and classification of environmental problems, and how they relate to the laws of nature.

This course gives students a rationale for understanding and appreciating the different ways justice is conceived and administered internationally. This course serves as a basis for comparing various justice systems as they relate to the American justice system. Students will explore how various countries organize their law enforcement, judicial systems and corrections agencies, and compare them with the American criminal justice system.

This course presents the scientific study of crime victims and public policy responses to victims and their situations. It also looks at the different types of victimizations, how victimization rates are measured, and what attempts the government has made to increase the involvement of victims’ role in the criminal justice system.

This course examines the United States Constitution, its history, evolution and influence on the criminal justice system, including the structure of government and our system of checks and balances. Additionally, students will analyze doctrinal shifts in the court’s decisions, and critique the role of individual jurisprudential viewpoints in judicial decision making.

This course offers a social historical overview of issues of race, class, gender, crime, and justice. The impact of the criminal justice system on culturally diverse groups is the primary theme of all class activities.

This course is designed to help students develop a working knowledge of the theoretical underpinnings of ethical conduct in the administration of justice. This course explores moral choices associated with individuals in the criminal justice field, and examines consequences associated with various choice options.

This course teaches students the theoretical aspects of conducting and investigating research problems in criminology and criminal justice. It explores the entire research process from beginning to end including the following techniques: problem identification, data collection, measurement, reliability, and validity issues. Students will also examine the ethical issues in the research process and how to analyze and document the research findings in a written assignment.

This course is designed to teach students basic inferential statistical computations and analyses. The course focuses on practical applications rather than advanced statistical analysis. Students will develop skills in statistical application related to criminal justice policies and this course prepares students for the work place or those who are interested in pursuing graduate studies involving research.

This course examines the theories and practices involved in probation and parole processes and decision-making. Topics include pre-sentence and pre-parole investigations, probation and parole supervision, the administration of corrections services including treatment and release decision making processes. Finally this course examines juvenile corrections and the use of intermediate methods of treatment including electronic monitoring, community service, and the use of restitution.

This course offers a comprehensive and systematic analysis of key contemporary criminal justice issues through a close review of the theories and policies guiding many crime fighting strategies. By applying critical thinking and analytical skills, oral and written communication skills, and information systems skills, students will learn of the complex nature of crime and society’s response to criminality. This course serves as the CJ capstone class and involves the student preparing a project agreed upon between the student and the instructor. Each project will require research, report writing, oral presentation, and interactive teamwork.

This course focuses on the challenges administrators face in law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Students will examine the various organizational frameworks in the criminal justice system and the concepts, organizational principles, and models associated with these criminal justice agencies.

This course examines the relationship between police agencies and the communities they serve. Topics will include traditional relations and public policy as well as new programs designed to involve the community in resolving crimes in the community. Students will also examine issues involving police ethics and the public image of police agencies in the media.

This course explores the elements of investigation including crime scenes, witnesses and evidence, and includes such topics as investigative techniques, evidence documentation, interrogation and arrest. The course addresses the particulars of investigating major crimes.

This course introduces basic concepts in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications in criminal justice. The class provides an overview of the use of maps in policing. Emphasis is on learning how to properly design, construct, manipulate, and interpret maps.

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.

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.