USP Codes are listed in brackets by the 1991 USP code followed by the 2003 USP code (i.e. [M2<>QB]).

1001 [CRMJ 2120; ADJU 2120]. Introduction to Criminal Justice. 3. Introduces American criminal justice system. Examines nature of crime and describes historical and philosophical foundations of law enforcement agencies, criminal courts and correctional institutions. Discusses major issues facing the criminal justice system. (Normally offered fall semester)

2210 [ADJU 2210]. Criminal Law. 3. Introduces the fundamental principles of substantive criminal law: the history and philosophy of modern criminal law, the basic dimension of criminality, the elements of major crimes, criminal defenses and the nature of criminal sanctions. (Normally offered spring semester)

2400 [ADJU 2400]. Criminology. 3. Generally introduces the nature of crime, statistics on crime, types of criminal behavior and explanations of crime. Cross listed with SOC 2400. Prerequisite: SOC 1000 or equivalent. (Normally offered once a year)

3100 [ADJU 3100]. Politics and the Judicial Process. 3. Analyzes courts and their personnel in the American political system, including examination of functions of courts, characteristics of judicial process, approaches to the study of judicial behavior, and role of courts as policy makers. Cross listed with POLS 3100. Prerequisite: POLS 1000. (Normally offered spring semester)

3110. Criminal Courts and Processes. 3. Examines the structure, organization and operation of criminal courts and their role in the larger criminal justice system; the process of adjudication of criminal cases from initial charging through post-conviction review; the constitutional rights of the accused; and the roles of the major courtroom participants. Prerequisites: CRMJ 2120, 2210, and junior standing.

3150. Crime Causation. 3. Examines the causal mechanisms that produce crime. Theoretical perspectives and empirical research from various disciplines will be evaluated, with particular emphasis placed on social factors that may cause crime. Policy implications of the different perspectives will be discussed. Prerequisites: CRMJ/SOC 2400 and junior standing.

3200 [ADJU 3200]. Ethics in Administration of Justice. 3. [C1<>(none)] Introduces basic ethical theories, emphasizing how ethical theory can be applied to contemporary problems in law enforcement, corrections and CRMJdication. Students will be called upon to apply these various ethical frameworks to typical moral dilemmas in criminal justice. Prerequisites: CRMJ 2120; CRMJ 2400; CRMJ 2210.

3250 [ADJU 3250]. Juvenile Delinquency. 3. Considers the nature of delinquency, including an analysis of treatment methods and the juvenile justice system. Prerequisites: SOC 1000 or PSYC 1000 and 2300. (Normally offered spring semester)

3320 [2320]. Family Violence. 3. [C2<>(none)] Prevalence, types and causes of family violence are examined with an emphasis on a sociological understanding. Theories of violence are applied to the conflict that exists within the family institution such as woman battering, courtship conflict and child abuse. Cross listed with SOC 3320. Prerequisite: 6 hours of sociology or equivalent social science (including SOC 1000).

3350 [ADJU 3350]. Introduction to Corrections. 3. Ecompasses contemporary practice in area of corrections, including study of police, courts and correctional institutions. Prerequisites: SOC 1000 or PSYC 1000 and 2300. (Normally offered fall semester)

3400 [ADJU 3400]. Deviant Behavior. 3. [C2<>(none] Examines theory and research relevant to understanding deviant behavior in general and specific types of individual and subcultural deviancy. Cross listed with SOC 3400. Prerequisite: SOC 1000 or equivalent.

3490 [ADJU 3490]. Concepts of Modern Policing. 3. Modern Modern American police agencies strike a difficult balance between the rule of law and the protection of the rights of the citizenry. As such, policing is an ever-evolving social phenomenon. Explores the complex relationship between police agencies and the people that they serve. Prerequisite: 9 hours of political science including CRMJ2120 and POLS2410 or consent of instructor.

3500. Drugs and the Criminal Justice System. 3. Focus on drugs and their impact on society. Particular interest is paid to the extent of drug use/abuse in America, and the effects of this problem on the criminal justice system and society as a whole. Strategies for controlling both supply and demand are discussed. Prerequisites: CRMJ 1000 and 2400.

3680 [ADJU 3580]. Research Methods in Criminal Justice. 4. [M3<>WC, L] Introduces students to fundamental issues associated with application of scientific methods to criminal justice problems. Students will develop research designs involving ethnographic, archival, historical, and quantitative methods then conduct individual research projects. Special attention is given to CJ data sources and techniques for analyzing data using computer spreadsheets. Prerequisites: STAT 2050, 2070, or equivalent; enrollment limited to criminal justice majors.

4110 [ADJU 4110]. Constitutional Rights and Liberties I: The Bill of Rights. 3. Encompasses case-study analysis of legal and political consequences of recent judicial decisions in such areas as freedom of speech, press, association, religion and criminal procedure. Cross listed with POLS 4110. Prerequisite: 9 hours of political science including POLS 4100 or consent of instructor. (Normally offered once a year)

4120 [ADJU 4120]. Constitutional Rights and Liberties II: The Thirteenth, Fourteenth, and Fifteenth Amendments. 3. Encompasses case-study analysis of legal and political consequences of recent judicial decisions in such areas as race relations, the right to vote, legislative apportionment and the Constitution in time of war. Cross listed with POLS 4120. Prerequisite: 9 hours of political science including POLS 4100 or consent of instructor.

4130 [ADJU 4130]. Criminal Justice Management. 3. Introduces students to theoretical and practical aspects of criminal justice management, including the process of decision-making, human relations, striking power and organizations. It is intended to provide an understanding of the rationale upon which organizations function and to acquaint students with the agency’s component parts. (Normally offered fall semester)

4140 [ADJU 4140]. Criminal Legal Procedure. 3. Allows students of law enforcement to confront issues and processes relevant to safeguarding personal liberties consistent with constitutional provisions. Also allows them to comprehend complexities of the rule of law in a democratic society. Presents working knowledge of criminal procedure, major rules of evidence, search, seizure, arrest and application of force to show how evidence is used in a courtroom, together with the role of witnesses in criminal trials. Prerequisite: CRMJ 2120 or consent of instructor.

4150. Community-Based Corrections 3. Designed to provide students with an in-depth look at the community corrections complex. It will examine the history and growth of community corrections, the probation system, methods of post-incarceration supervision, intermediate sanctions, and correctional programming and treatment in the community. Prerequisite: CRMJ 3350.

4230. Forensic Anthropology. 3. Introduces methods and purposes of physical anthropology as applied in human identification for law enforcement agencies. Cross listed with ANTH 4230. Dual listed with CRMJ 5230. Prerequisite: ANTH 1100 or consent of instructor. (Normally offered fall semester of odd-numbered years)

4250 [ADJU 4250]. Sociology of Law. 3. [W3, C2<>(none)] A consideration of sociological concepts such as inequality, stratification, social control and social change in an analysis of the law and legal institutions. Topics include: the role of the police, lawyers, judges, and juries; race, sex, age, and sexuality discrimination and civil rights; free speech, and toxic torts. Cross listed with SOC 4250. Prerequisites: SOC 1000 and upper division status. (Offered based on sufficient demand and resources)

4260. Gangs. 3. Considers the nature and the characteristics of gangs and gang members. The theoretical and empirical evidence regarding the phenomenon of gangs is evaluated.  Particular emphasis is placed on the social and polity implications of this social problem.  Prerequisites: CRMJ 2400/ SOC 2400 or CRMJ 3250 and upper division standing in criminal justice.

4270. Discrimination and the Law. 3 (Max. 6). A sociological examination of specific examples of discrimination and justice within the law and the legal system. Topics will routinely vary and may include race, gender, religion, cultures or sexuality. Class may be repeated for credit when topics differ. Cross listed with SOC 4270. Prerequisites: SOC 1000 and junior status.

4280. Comparative Criminal Justice. 3. [W3,C2,G1<>(none)] Compares the incidence, trends, control, treatment and prevention of crime across nations using mainstream criminological theories. Examines criminal justice systems from an international perspective and draws lessons for the American society. Explores forms of international cooperation and difficulties in the control of transnational crimes. Prerequisites: CRMJ 2120 or CRMJ 2400 or SOC 1000 or SOC 3400.

4370. Criminal Psychopathology. 3. Provides an overview of current theories and empirical evidence concerning relationship between psychological disorder and criminal behavior. Examines various clinical syndromes and their role in biological, social and psychological genesis of crime, as well as the concept of criminal responsibility. Cross listed with PSYC 4370. Prerequisite: 6 hours in psychology. (Normally offered spring semester)

4540. Women, Crime and the Law. 3. [W3, C2<>(none)] Addresses status of women as offenders and as victims in society and in the criminal justice system. Considers special role of women as professionals in the criminal justice system. Cross listed with SOC/WMST 4540. Prerequisite: WMST/ SOC 1080, WMST/SOC 3500, or SOC 2400.

4600. Political Violence. 3. Examines causes and consequences of violence. About one-third is devoted to causes including animal violence, human nature and social norms. Remainder examines causes and consequences of violence in particular context. Description of each course project can be found in the syllabus. The final project is an extensive review of the Holocaust in which students are asked to analyze this act of mass murder, then argue whether conditions that produced the Holocaust are present in Western society. Cross listed with POLS 4600. Prerequisites: POLS 1000 and SOC 1000 or consent of instructor. (Normally offered every other year)

4710. Police Deviance. 3. A general description of police officials' activities which are inconsistent with the officers' official authority, organizational authority, values, and standards of ethical conduct (which are usually implied, rather than stated). Deviance can encompass a plethora of behaviors for which an officer can be disciplined. Prerequisites: POLS 1000; CRMJ 2120; or consent of instructor.

4720. Criminal Justice Civil Liability. 3. Exposes the student to civil liability generally and to the federal laws specifically; makes the student aware of the liability risks of criminal justice personnel; and indicates proactive steps that can be taken to minimize the liability risks to criminal justice practitioners and agencies. Prerequisites: 9 hours of criminal justice courses.

4730. Psychology and Law. 3. Exposes students to the application of psychological principles to problems in law. Emphasizes the American trial system, correction systems and civil commitment. Cross listed with PSYC 4730. Prerequisite: 12 hours in psychology. (Offered alternate years)

4750. Internship in Criminal Justice. 1-6 (Max. 6). Integrates practical criminal justice experience with academic knowledge. Students are expected to participate in specifically assigned duties and observe broader activities of the sponsoring organization; then, reflect upon this participation and observation in the form of written assignments. Internship credit can be earned for work with the police, in the courts or in corrections. Prerequisites: CRMJ 2120; CRMJ 3100; and consent of instructor.

4760. Seminar: Research in Child Abuse and Neglect. 3. [C2<>(none)] Lecture and seminar course. Examines the phenomenon of child abuse and neglect. Includes an overview of attitudes towards and legal definitions of child maltreatment. Explores parental factors, contextual influences and developmental consequences of maltreatment. Relies heavily on current research in child abuse and neglect. Emphasizes policy implications. Cross listed with PSYC4760 Prerequisite: 6 hours in psychology. (Offered alternate years)

4810. History of Organized Crime in the United States. 3. Explores how the concept of organized crime has changed over time, with special emphasis on the 20th century. Special emphasis is given to questions of ethnicity, crime fighting, and the media. Draws on readings, film analysis, and class discussions. Prerequisite: HIST 1221.

4890. Serial Killers. 3. Introduces students to particular case studies of notorious serial killers and explores current methods of tracking and apprehending such individuals. Draws on readings, films, and lectures. Prerequisites: junior standing and 6 completed hours of upper division criminal justice courses.

4965. Research Hours in Criminal Justice. 1-6 (Max. 6). Provides undergraduates with an opportunity to assist in conducting various aspects of research under the supervision of criminal justice faculty. Specific research activities and requirements will be determined in consultation with the sponsoring faculty person. Credit is only available for research corresponding to enrollment in this course. Dual listed with CRMJ 5965. Prerequisites: Upper division standing and consent of instructor required in advance.

4970. Criminal Justice Practicum. 12. Integrates academic knowledge with applied administration of justice experience through supervised field placement. Students are required to complete reading, discussion and writing assignments in addition to their practicum responsibilities. Prerequisites: junior standing and consent of practicum coordinator.

4975. Readings. 1-3 (Max. 6). Special programs of readings in criminal justice related subjects will be outlined to meet needs of individual students. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

4990. Topics: ________. 1-3 (Max. 6). Intended to accommodate various special subjects not offered as regular courses. Prerequisites: as listed for housing department’s topics course.

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