these types of crimes.(Prerequisites: Reading & Writing 3 and Introduction to Criminal Justice) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) CJSP2165 Substance Abuse and Serial Predators The substance abuse portion provides an overview of alcohol/drug abuse and addiction. This course will explore topics related to alcohol/drug abuse which impact life areas such as physical and psychological health, relationships with family and friends, and impact on community/society. Review of addiction theories, the history of drug abuse laws, drug categories, classifications and their effects, diagnosis of alcohol/drug abuse and dependency, physiological impact of alcohol/drugs, and strategies for prevention and intervention will be included. The serial predators’ portion provides an overview of predatory serial offenders in terms of basic concepts, theories of causation, and types of crime they engage in. Special attention will be paid to stalking, sex crimes, and serial murder. The influence of media, case analysis and profiling, and victim impact will be discussed. (Prerequisites: Reading & Writing 3 and Introduction to Criminal Justice) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) CJSP2170 Offender Risk Assessment This course examines the various methodologies and instruments used to predict offenders’ risk of re-offense along with assessing their needs to promote public safety. Risk factors will be identified, such as the offender’s offense history, nature of offense, prior criminal record, social history to include family, education, physical and mental health along with various other social variables that may impact ones decision making process. This course will also examine the various methods of conducting background analysis, and additionally will study the numerous assessment instruments used to determine appropriate level of supervision and in identifying the needs of an offender to promote public safety. (Prerequisites: Reading & Writing 3 and Introduction to Criminal Justice) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) CJSP2202 Constitutional Law This course is an overview of the U.S. Constitution, with special emphasis on topics relating to criminal justice. Areas of study include the structure of the Constitution and its amendments, separation of powers, as well as the role and decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court. The course will also include an introduction to individual rights and liberties, including right to privacy and the rights of criminal defendants. (Prerequisites: College Writing I and either Introduction to Criminal Justice or Introduction to Corrections) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) CJSP2205 Criminal Law and Procedures This course will introduce students to the main principles of substantive criminal law and procedure. Study will include the elements of major crimes and defenses, and examination of the criminal legal process from investigation through post-sentencing, with special emphasis on laws governing the role of law enforcement. (Prerequisites: Reading & Writing 3 and Introduction to Criminal Justice) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) CJSP2225 Courtroom and Evidence Procedures The objective of this course is to provide an overview of the technology used in electronic discovery (e-discovery) in civil and criminal cases. It will examine e-discovery identification and preservation to collection, processing, review, production and trial presentation. This course looks at the fast-growing field of digital evidence and provides students with an understanding of proper handling, storage and courtroom testimony related to digital evidence. (Prerequisites: Reading & Writing 3 and Introduction to Criminal Justice) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) 118 Course Descriptions CJSP2250 Leadership for Criminal Justice Criminal Justice professionals are leaders in their community, and a competent leader is an ethical leader. This course will prepare students for the leadership roles within the criminal justice system, while reviewing ethical dilemmas that may occur along your career path. The ability to lead and follow will equally be addressed, and students will be given a snapshot of the differences associated with a career path in both the public and private sector. Understanding the effectiveness and value of interpersonal communication along with reviewing the techniques to effectively utilize interpersonal communication skills. This class will prove beneficial for new, established, and future individuals working within the criminal justice field. (Prerequisites: Reading & Writing 3 and Introduction to Criminal Justice) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) CJSP2278 Internship, Field Experience This component of the Criminal Justice Program provides the student with an opportunity to explore and enhance their educational and career objectives through practical work experiences in a criminal justice related profession. Students will demonstrate their knowledge learned while gaining applied first-hand experiences in the profession of criminal justice. Prior approval and coordination of the Internship/Field Experience with the Criminal Justice Program Director is mandatory. (2 credits: 0 lecture/0 lab/2 OJT) CJSP2279 Internship, Field Experience This component of the Criminal Justice Program provides the student with an opportunity to explore and enhance their educational and career objectives through practical work experiences in a criminal justice related profession. Students will demonstrate their knowledge learned while gaining applied first-hand experiences in the profession of criminal justice. Prior approval and coordination of the Internship/Field Experience with the Criminal Justice Program Director is mandatory. (1 credit: 0 lecture/0 lab/1 OJT) CJSP2280 Internship, Field Experience This course is an opportunity to explore and enhance educational and career objectives through practical work experiences in a criminal justice related profession. Students will demonstrate knowledge learned while gaining applied first-hand experiences. The Internship/Field Experience is the final component of the Criminal Justice Program with a 3 credit minimum and 6 credit maximum: 50 hours of service for 1 credit. A comprehensive manual outlines the specific details and objectives of the course. (Prerequisite: Prior approval from Criminal Justice Program Director. Students must be in the last semester of a Criminal Justice AS degree and have completed the following courses with a “C” or better before applying: COMM1509, CJSP1202, CJSP1204, CJSP1280, CJSP2202, CJSP2210, CJSP2220, and CJSP2230. Students may apply if they are completing no more than one of the above-mentioned classes during the same semester as the Internship. (3 Credits: 0 lecture/0 lab/3 OJT) CJSP2281 Internship, Field Experience This course is an opportunity to explore and enhance educational and career objectives through practical work experiences in a criminal justice related profession. Students will demonstrate knowledge learned while gaining applied first-hand experiences. The Internship/Field Experience is the final component of the Criminal Justice Program with a 3 credit minimum and 6 credit maximum: 50 hours of service for 1 credit. A compre
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