CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Repp *Alternate year course

CJ100 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 hours

An overview of the history, philosophy and social development of law enforcement, courts, and corrections in a democratic society. Identification and operations of local, state and federal agencies will be covered with criminal justice career orientation.

CJ198/398 Maritime Policing 3 hours

The course aims to introduce students to policing in a maritime environment. During an 8-day out-of-state trip, attendees will visit Miami, Key West, and Key Largo, Florida police departments and interact with their maritime patrol divisions. Offered Interterm 2020.

CJ202 Concepts of Self-Defense

3 hours

This course will explore the conceptual framework of personal protection. Students will learn the emotional and neurophysiological aspects of confrontation and then challenge self-imposed limitations to increase survivability through awareness, behavior modification and physical tactics.

CJ203 Criminology 3 hours

Interdisciplinary study of the causes of crime. Included are the basic theories of criminology and the patterns and trends of offenders and the criminal justice responses to them.

CJ211 Law Enforcement

3 hours

An in-depth study of the roles and responsibilities of United States law enforcement. The student will study the historical development, role conflicts, professionalism, discretion, current enforcement practice, and career opportunities.

CJ211-L Law Enforcement (lab) 1 hour

This course is a lab session to be taken either concurrently with, or following, CJ211 Law Enforcement. Students taking this lab will attend the Salina KS Police Department Citizen’s Academy to receive field experience in law enforcement.

CJ212 Diversity and Crime 3 hours

The purpose of this course is to introduce you to the historical and theoretical foundations for understanding and critically analyzing the interactions between diversity and crime. Within this context, the course will discuss from a sociological and criminological perspective the concepts of race and gender, provide theoretical lenses with which to assess these attributes, and critically examine the interactions between said attributes and both the development of criminological theory and the criminal justice system as a whole in the United States.

CJ213 Understanding Crime Data 3 hours

This course is designed to further your understanding of researching and working in the field of criminal justice through a critical examination of the evolution and application of various forms of crime data including official crime statistics, self-report studies and victimization surveys. The course will also introduce statistical methods and allow students the opportunity to research and analyze a criminal justice topic of their choice via quantitative methodologies.

CJ220 Criminal Law 3 hours

History, scope and substantive nature of criminal law. Includes classification of offenses, jurisdiction, liability and elements of the crime.

CJ224 Criminal Procedure 3 hours

Overview of criminal procedure including rules of evidence and arrest, rights of the accused, and judicial processes related to both prosecution and defense.

CJ230 Corrections 3 hours

Historical and contemporary study of retribution, deterrence, rehabilitation and reintegration. Reviews contemporary correctional practices and their relationships to other aspects of the criminal justice system.

CJ270 UAS/UAV Operations 3 hours

Introduction to the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). This course will involve participating in a seminar provided by K-State Poly in Salina and the opportunity to receive federal FAA Part 107 certification to pilot a UAV. The emphasis will be on criminal justice applications, including search and rescue and forensic mapping.

CJ300 Administration of Justice Systems 3 hours

In-depth study of organizational and management theories, research, and practice toward the various components of the justice system, including law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Prerequisite: CJ100 and CJ203.

CJ305* Criminal Justice Research Methods 3 hours

Introduction to scientific methodology and research designs used to conduct basic and applied research in the criminal justice field. Emphasis on scientific operationalization, survey methodology, and concepts of evaluation design. Prerequisite: CJ100 and CJ203.

CJ310 Behavioral Health 3 hours

Examination of mental illness, alcohol, and drug abuse in our society. Emphasis on the causes, enforcement, treatment, and prevention of various behavioral health issues from the criminal justice and human services professions. Prerequisite: CJ100 and CJ203.

CJ315 Terrorism 3 hours

This course will provide a theoretical and empirical understanding and explanation of terrorism. It will identify various analytical approaches to the study of terrorism: identifying terrorist groups, reviewing terrorist tactics, and examining law enforcement and governmental responses to reduce or control the incidence of terrorism. Prerequisite: CJ100 and CJ203.

CJ321 White Collar Crime 3 hours

An examination of criminal activity in our communities, business and corporate enterprises. Examination of the various types of white-collar crime, methods of detection, investigative techniques, and social impact. Prerequisite: CJ100 and CJ203.

CJ325* Sex Crimes 3 hours

This course will explore patterns, behaviors, and typologies as it relates to sexual deviancy. Additionally, the course will examine investigative practices for sex-related crimes and will further deal with issues of victimology and current research that identifies best-practices in victim advocacy. Prerequisite: CJ100 and CJ203.

CJ340 Criminal Investigation 3 hours

This course covers the fundamental principles and procedures employed in the investigation of a crime. Emphasis is placed on the investigation of specific crimes, the identification of sources of information and the procedures necessary for the proper handling of evidence. Prerequisite: CJ100 and CJ203.

CJ341 Criminal Profiling 3 hours

This course explores criminal behavior, its motivation, and the environmental influences and patterns of offending. Other topics examined are the approaches to profiling and how these investigative techniques are applied to helping solve crimes. This course will address aspects of behavior, taking into consideration the definition of criminal profiling as the inference of offender traits from physical and/or behavioral evidence. Prerequisite: CJ100 and CJ203.

CJ342 Criminal Justice Policy 3 hours

An in-depth study of the roles and responsibilities of United States law enforcement. The student will study the historical development, role conflicts, professionalism, discretion, current enforcement practice, and career opportunities. Prerequisite: none.

CJ350 Juvenile Justice 3 hours

This course provides a comprehensive analysis of the juvenile justice system, including history, movements toward diversion and deinstitutionalization, law enforcement interaction, juvenile court, due process and community interventions. The course also advances criminological theories toward juvenile offenders. Prerequisite: CJ100 and CJ203.