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CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CJCR 1304 - PROBATION & PAROL
A survey of the structure, organization, and operation of probation and parole services. Emphasis on applicable state statutes and administrative guidelines.
A survey of the structure, organization, and operation of probation and parole services. Emphasis on applicable state statutes and administrative guidelines.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Describe the professional qualifications for employment as a probation or parole practitioner
Demonstrate skills in management and treatment practices
Create and develop community relations strategies
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CJSA 1317 - JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM
A study of the juvenile justice process to include specialized juvenile law, role of the juvenile law, role of the juvenile courts, role of police agencies, role of correctional agencies, and theories concerning delinquency.
A study of the juvenile justice process to include specialized juvenile law, role of the juvenile law, role of the juvenile courts, role of police agencies, role of correctional agencies, and theories concerning delinquency.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Describe the juvenile law and the role of juvenile courts
Explain the roles of police and correctional agencies concerning delinquency
Review and contrast the theories of delinquent conduct
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CJSA 1325 - CRIMINOLOGY
Current theories and empirical research pertaining to crime and criminal behavior and its causes, methods of prevention, systems of punishment, and rehabilitation.
Current theories and empirical research pertaining to crime and criminal behavior and its causes, methods of prevention, systems of punishment, and rehabilitation.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Identify and explain the various theories of causation of criminal behavior
Identify and appraise the avenue of prevention
Outline the various research methods/methodology used in criminological research
Identify the categories and sources of criminological data utilized in interpreting crime trends
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CJSA 1330 - CYBER CRIMES
An introduction to cybercrime. Topics include specific laws, investigative techniques, and criminological theories applicable to computer crime.
An introduction to cybercrime. Topics include specific laws, investigative techniques, and criminological theories applicable to computer crime.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Identify and describe the major types of internet crimes and their elements
List the trends involving digital crime
Outline the investigative process in cyber crimes
Apply existing laws to actions and events in computer crime investigations
Identify future areas of legal concern in computer crime cases
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CJSA 1342 - CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION
Investigative theory; collection and preservation of evidence, sources of information, interview and interrogation, uses of forensic sciences, case and trial preparation.
Investigative theory; collection and preservation of evidence, sources of information, interview and interrogation, uses of forensic sciences, case and trial preparation.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Define the goals and objectives of criminal investigation
Demonstrate ability to conduct proper crime scene investigations
Illustrate the use of forensic science for various statutory offenses
Organize the criminal case including field notes, reports, crime scene activities, and mandatory documentation of statutory warning
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
Lab hours: 32.0
CJSA 1348 - ETHICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Ethical philosophies and issues pertaining to the various professions in the criminal justice system. Includes ethical issues emanating from constitutional conflict with public protection and individual rights, civil liberties, and correctional policies.
Ethical philosophies and issues pertaining to the various professions in the criminal justice system. Includes ethical issues emanating from constitutional conflict with public protection and individual rights, civil liberties, and correctional policies.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Explain the foundation of ethics
Compare and contrast theories of ethics with personal and professional practices
Interpret and apply ethical considerations in policing, the courts, and corrections
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CJSA 1351 - USE OF FORCE
Study of the use of force including introduction to and statutory authority for the use of force, deadly force, and related legal issues. Fulfills the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Use of Force Intermediate Certificate requirement. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Study of the use of force including introduction to and statutory authority for the use of force, deadly force, and related legal issues. Fulfills the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Use of Force Intermediate Certificate requirement. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Identify the status pertaining to use of force
Explain the use of force continuum
Describe key elements of major court cases involving use of force issues
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CJSA 2302 - POLICE MANAGEMENT, SUPERVISION, AND RELATED TOPICS
Techniques and theories regarding dealing with people, their performance, and problems. Topics include basic supervision, leadership, time management, first-line supervision, and management by objectives.
Techniques and theories regarding dealing with people, their performance, and problems. Topics include basic supervision, leadership, time management, first-line supervision, and management by objectives.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Describe the various leadership/management theories, skills, and styles.
Apply human relations aspects of leadership role.
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CJSA 2331 - CHILD ABUSE - PREVENTION & INVESTIGATION
Forms of child abuse and neglect and the traits of typical abusers. Includes strategies to investigate abuse, interview victims and witnesses, document evidence in accordance with state law, and conduct case studies.
Forms of child abuse and neglect and the traits of typical abusers. Includes strategies to investigate abuse, interview victims and witnesses, document evidence in accordance with state law, and conduct case studies.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Identify forms of abuse and neglect
Compare and contrast characteristics of typical abusers
Outline investigative strategies
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CJSA 2334 - CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
A series of lectures and class participation exercises presenting selected topics currently confronting criminal justice personnel and the public they serve.
A series of lectures and class participation exercises presenting selected topics currently confronting criminal justice personnel and the public they serve.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Explore an assigned contemporary topic in criminal justice
List specific problems within the topic and suggest solutions
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CJSA 2388 - INTERNSHIP
A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.
A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry
Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
External Learning/Field/Skills/Practicum Hours: 144.0
CRIJ 1301 - INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course provides a historical and philosophical overview of the American criminal justice system, including the nature, extent, and impact of crime; criminal law; and justice agencies and processes.
This course provides a historical and philosophical overview of the American criminal justice system, including the nature, extent, and impact of crime; criminal law; and justice agencies and processes.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Describe the history and philosophy of the American criminal justice system
Explain the nature and extent of crime in America
Analyze the impact and consequences of crime
Evaluate the development, concepts, and functions of law in the criminal justice system
Describe the structure of contemporary federal, state, and local justice agencies and processes
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CRIJ 1306 - COURT SYSTEMS & PRACTICES
This course is a study of the court system as it applies to the structures, procedures, practices and sources of law in American courts, using federal and Texas statues and case law.
This course is a study of the court system as it applies to the structures, procedures, practices and sources of law in American courts, using federal and Texas statues and case law.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Describe the American judicial systems (civil, criminal, and juvenile) , their jurisdiction, development, and structure
Analyze the function and dynamics of the courtroom work group
Identify judicial processes from pretrial to appeal
Describe the significant Constitutional Amendments, doctrines, and other sources of law in the American judicial system
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CRIJ 1310 - FUNDAMENTALS OF CRIMINAL LAW
This course is the study of criminal law including application of definitions, statutory elements, defenses, and penalties using Texas statutes, the Model Penal Code, and case law. The course also analyzes the philosophical and historical development of criminal law and criminal culpability.
This course is the study of criminal law including application of definitions, statutory elements, defenses, and penalties using Texas statutes, the Model Penal Code, and case law. The course also analyzes the philosophical and historical development of criminal law and criminal culpability.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Identify the elements of crimes and defenses under Texas statutes, Model Penal Code, and case law
Classify offenses and articulate penalties for various crimes
Compare culpable mental states when assigning criminal responsibility
Assess the impact of history and philosophy on current criminal laws
Evaluate the application of criminal law to other areas of criminal justice such as law enforcement and corrections
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CRIJ 2313 - CORRECTIONAL SYSTEMS & PRACTICES
This course is a survey of institutional and non-institutional corrections. Emphasis will be placed on the organization and operation of correctional systems, treatment and rehabilitation, populations served, Constitutional issues, and current and future issues.
This course is a survey of institutional and non-institutional corrections. Emphasis will be placed on the organization and operation of correctional systems, treatment and rehabilitation, populations served, Constitutional issues, and current and future issues.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Describe the organization and operation of correctional systems and alternatives to institutionalization
Describe treatment and rehabilitative programs
Differentiate between the short-term incarceration and long-term institutional environments
Evaluate current and future correctional issues
Identify the Constitutional rights applicable to the correctional setting
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
CRIJ 2328 - POLICE SYSTEMS & PRACTICES
This course examines the establishment, role and function of police in a democratic society. It will focus on types of police agencies and their organizational structure, police-community interaction, police ethics, and use of authority.
This course examines the establishment, role and function of police in a democratic society. It will focus on types of police agencies and their organizational structure, police-community interaction, police ethics, and use of authority.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Describe the types of police agencies and explain the role of police in America within the context of a democratic society
Describe means and methods utilized to ensure police accountability
Explain the historical development of policing
Describe the selection process for police officers
Compare and contrast organizational structures, policies, strategies and tactics employed to ensure police effectiveness, efficiency and equity
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0