CJ& 101: Introduction to Criminal Justice

Class Program
Credits
5
Clinical Hours None
Weekly Contact Hours
5
Course ID
092418
Meets Degree Requirements For
General Elective
Description

Overview of the scope of a law enforcement officer, corrections officer, and probation officer's role. Jurisdiction of local, state and federal agencies, career opportunities and qualifications for recruitment are emphasized. Includes administration of justice concepts and history of the criminal justice system.

Grading Basis
Graded

Course Learning Outcomes

Core Topics

 

  1. History of criminal justice systems
  2. Philosophy of the criminal justice system
  3. Victimology
  4. Terminology
  5. Role of the judicial, legislative and executive branches of government
  6. Theory and concepts of law enforcement and corrections