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

Department

• Social Science

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CJC 100: Introduction to Criminal Justice

Department

Social Science

Course Description

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.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

Lecture	3
Lab	0
Other	0

Grading Scheme

Letter

First Year Experience Course

Yes

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.

Topic Outline

1. Introduction to the Criminal Justice System
2. Career Opportunities in Criminal Justice
3. Measuring crime
4. Criminal Law
5. Law Enforcement
6. The Court System: State and Federal
7. The Correctional System in America