ICJ-Criminal Justice

GE-Social Science [GE-SocSci] This course will examine crime as a social phenomenon through an interdisciplinary investigation of the causes and patterns of criminal behavior.

This course is a survey of various institutions by which the criminal justice system is administered-police, the legal profession, the courts, and penal institutions-including an examination of the problems which the criminal justice system faces and an evaluation of the adequacy of the existing system.

This course is an analysis of the contemporary role of the police relative to such areas as the police subculture and community relations, police accountability and civil liability, police stress, and unique problem situations and groups encountered by the police.

This course is a study of the law as it relates to arrest, search, and seizure with emphasis on present controlling legal decisions and historical development, philosophy, and problems underlying these decisions.

This course is a contemporary analysis of the operation of and problems encountered by jails and prisons. This course will also examine probation, parole, community service and restitution, electronic monitoring, and other innovative community correctional programs.

This course is an analysis of the purposes and sources of the criminal law. It includes an examination of the preliminary crimes of solicitation, conspiracy, and attempt. The specific elements of crimes against the person and crimes against property are addressed. A consideration of defenses to criminal liability is also undertaken.

This course is an examination of the origin, philosophy, and objectives of the juvenile justice system. Emphasis will be placed on the decision-making process of police, court, and probation officials relative to the apprehension, processing and treatment of juveniles. The ideology, politics, and controversies of the juvenile justice system are also addressed.

This course is a study of the law as it is related to the arrest, search, and seizure of juvenile offenders. The rights of juveniles in the criminal justice and educational system will be examined and supported with a review of Supreme Court decisions.

This course is the study of juvenile delinquency as a complex phenomenon. Causal theories and societal perspectives will be examined and the myriad issues surrounding juvenile delinquency will be studied.

This course will examine the crime victim as a social phenomenon. It will explore the role of the victim in criminal acts and delve into the treatment of victims by the police and the courts. Victim’s rights will be examined in relationship to new offender treatment programs such as Restorative Justice and Victim’s Compensation Funding.

This course is an introduction to the techniques, methodologies and science of criminal investigation. The role of thorough and accurate investigative report writing will be explored in depth.

This course will deal with a specialized topic in criminal justice. Subject areas will change from time to time to reflect relevant issues within the field of criminal justice. Possible topical fields may be drawn from such areas as comparative criminal justice, victimology, the history of criminal justice, white collar crime, ethics in criminal justice, the law of criminal evidence, criminal investigation, drugs and alcohol, and private security. The particular topic to be addressed will be announced and a course description provided at the time of registration.

This course is the study of the major communications processes and theories applied to criminal justice structures and situations. Simulated situations utilizing appropriate writing, interpersonal and group skills will be employed throughout the class. The focus will be on multicultural group communication issues.

This course is the study of the utilization of media and technology by criminal justice agencies and institutions as well as an examination of the portrayal of the criminal justice system by the popular media.

This course is an examination of contemporary alternative programs and processes being implemented domestically and internationally. The course may consider the effectiveness and consequences of programs such as community-based justice, community policing, restorative justice, and mediation centers.

This course allows students to study the criminal justice systems of six model nations. Common aspects of criminal justice systems, which includes policing, courts, corrections, and juvenile justice will be compared and contrasted. Issues such as transnational crime, supranational crime, terrorism and their impact on criminal justice systems worldwide will be explored.

This course focuses on the principles of computer crime investigation processes. Topics include crime scene/incident processing, information gathering techniques, data retrieval, collection and preservation of evidence, and preparation of reports and court presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to identify cybercrime activity and demonstrate proper investigative techniques to process the scene and assist in case prosecution.

This course will examine digital forensics as it relates to criminal investigations. Course content includes best practices in securing, processing, acquiring, examining and reporting on digital evidence. Students will be exposed to current technologies and methods as well as leading edge techniques with practical based projects and research opportunities.

This course will use Appellate and U.S. Supreme Court decisions to illustrate the effectiveness of current law and investigative procedures in the area of cybercrime. Students will study judicial thought in case analysis to gain a wider understanding of the law. The focal point for this class is the application of ethical decision making in judicial interpretation of current cyber law.

This course will tie together the various components of the criminal justice system and allow students to critically examine the justice system as it exists in American society. A substantial research paper and class presentation of the research paper topic is a major component of the course. Additionally, criminal justice practitioners in the areas of policing, corrections, juvenile justice, and the courts will be frequent guest lecturers who will provide students with relevant information on differing roles within the justice system and enlighten the class on trends within their fields.