CJC-100 Introduction to Criminal Justice

This course examines the functions and interrelationships of the component parts of the criminal justice system - the police, courts, and corrections. Relevant constitutional law and Supreme Court decisions are reviewed, and contemporary problems and issues in criminal justice are highlighted. Career opportunities are also explored in the course.

Credits

3

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Social Science

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• No

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the function and origin of the components of the Criminal Justice System: Law Enforcement, Courts and Corrections.
2. Explain how the US Constitution affects the function of each of the components.
3. Connect recent and landmark Supreme Court cases to procedures in each component.
4. Describe the function of the Criminal Justice System in the context of contemporary events.