Criminology/Criminal Justice
Courses in criminology/criminal justice (designated CCJS) may be applied as appropriate (according to individual program requirements) toward
- the general education requirement in the behavioral and social sciences (Note: Only CCJS 105, 350, 360, 432, 453, 454, and 461 apply);
- a major in criminal justice or cybersecurity;
- a minor in criminal justice; and
- electives.
Students who previously received credit for courses in the disciplines of criminology (courses designated CRIM) or criminal justice (courses designated CJUS) may not receive credit for comparable courses designated CCJS.
CCJS 345 Introduction to Security Management (3)
(Formerly CCJS 445.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. Recommended: CCJS 230. A study of the history, concepts, principles, and methods of organizing and administering security management and loss prevention activities in industry, business, and government. The objective is to manage security duties, evaluate and apply risk management principles, and evaluate administrative and operational issues. Discussion covers both private and governmental risk assessment and management and the protection of assets, personnel, and facilities. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CCJS 345, CCJS 445, or CCJS 498G.
CCJS 350 Juvenile Delinquency (3)
(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral and social sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. Recommended: CCJS 230. An examination of juvenile delinquency in relation to the general problem of crime. The aim is to apply theories and identify statutory parameters related to juvenile delinquency, analyze prevention measures, and assess the effectiveness of treatment measures. Topics include factors underlying juvenile delinquency, prevention of criminal acts by youths, and the treatment of delinquents. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CCJS 350 or CRIM 450.
CCJS 352 Drugs and Crime (3)
Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. Recommended: CCJS 230. An analysis of the role of criminal justice in controlling the use and abuse of drugs. The objective is to apply effective enforcement strategies, demonstrate case management skills, and analyze the effect of drug policy. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CCJS 352 or CJUS 352.
CCJS 360 Victimology (3)
(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral and social sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. Recommended: CCJS 230. An overview of the history and theory of victimology in which patterns of victimization are analyzed, with emphasis on types of victims and of crimes. The aim is to identify and apply appropriate preventative measures and responses to victimization. Discussion covers the interaction between victims of crime and the system of criminal justice in terms of the role of the victim and the services that the victim is offered. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CCJS 360 or CRIM 450.
CCJS 370 Race, Crime, and Criminal Justice (3)
Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. Recommended: CCJS 230. A historical and theoretical study of the role and treatment of racial/ethnic minorities in the criminal justice system. The objective is to identify and apply appropriate preventative measures and master the aspects of the field of victimology.
CCJS 380 Ethical Behavior in Criminal Justice (3)
Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. Recommended: CCJS 230. A survey of basic principles relating to the standards for ethical behavior that guide criminal justice professionals in different roles and responsibilities. The aim is to make ethical decisions based on informed personal and accepted professional standards. Rules, laws, and codes of conduct are explored as a foundation for discussing individual ethical responsibilities.
CCJS 390 Cyber Crime and Security (3)
Prerequisites: CCJS 100 (or CCJS 105) and IFSM 201. An examination of crimes involving the use of computers. Topics include federal and state laws and investigative and preventive methods used to secure computers. Case studies emphasize security. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CCJS 496 or CCJS 498C.
CCJS 400 Criminal Courts (3)
Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. Recommended: CCJS 230. An examination of contemporary criminal courts in the United States at all levels. The objective is to apply knowledge of the criminal court system, its culture, and appropriate technologies. Topics include the roles of judges, prosecutors, defenders, clerks, courthouse administrators, and people employed in related courthouse fields; problems of administration; and modernization of the traditional court setting. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CCJS 400 or CJUS 400.
CCJS 461 Psychology of Criminal Behavior (3)
(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral and social sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. Recommended: CCJS 230. An overview of the biological, environmental, and psychological factors that underlie criminal behavior. Discussion covers the characteristics of criminal behavior and the influence of biophysiology and stress on the commission of various crimes. Topics include patterns of maladjustment, disorders of the personality, psychoses, the connection between aggression and violent crime, sexual deviations and crimes that are sexually motivated, and the abuse of alcohol and drugs. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CCJS 461 or CRIM 455.
Last updated: 5 July 2011