An overview of the criminal justice system and the workings of each component. Topics include the history, structure, and functions of law enforcement, judicial and correctional organizations, their interrelationship and effectiveness, and the future trends in each.

A sociological analysis of contemporary social problems including inequalities, deviance, population changes, and troubled institutions.

A study of the major areas of crime and delinquency; theories of crime, the nature of criminal behavior and the components of the criminal justice system. Topics include: crime statistics, criminology research, theories of crime and delinquency, criminal typologies and operations of the criminal justice system.

The structure and operations of the state and national court systems. Emphasis is upon the role of the criminal courts in the political system and the consequences of judicial policy making.

The course familiarizes students with various models, theories, and research regarding criminality from a psychological perspective. Genetic, constitutional, and biological factors will be emphasized and some practical applications to dealing with criminals will be considered.

An introduction to the sociological and criminological study of human deviance. Various theories of deviance will be examined and applied to real life examples.

An in-depth look at the juvenile justice system including the structure, statuses and roles as well as current issues, problems, and trends.

An introduction to and analysis of contemporary American corrections. Emphasis will be on current and past correctional philosophy, traditional and modern correctional facilities, correctional personnel and offenders, new approaches in corrections, and the relationship of corrections to the criminal justice field.

This course presents a comprehensive study of the history and prohibition of drug use in the United States, as well as the effects of drugs on society in the form of crime, prison and treatment. The main focus of this class is on the history of drug use, how certain drugs become illegal, and the intended and unintended consequences of drug prohibition for communities and society.

A comprehensive study of judicial process and behavior in criminal and civil law.

A comprehensive study of historical and contemporary issues in American policing. Topics include theories of policing, police training and socialization, police discretion, technological advancements in policing, community policing, interaction with minority communities, and current controversies.

This course is a directed seminar in an area of criminal justice selected by both the student and supervising faculty member. Topics will vary depending on the research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. This course may be repeated for course credit if the content differs.

This course is a directed seminar in an area of criminal justice selected by both the student and supervising faculty member. Topics will vary depending on the research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. This course may be repeated for course credit if the content differs.

This course is a directed seminar in an area of criminal justice selected by both the student and supervising faculty member. Topics will vary depending on the research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. This course may be repeated for course credit if the content differs.

This course is a directed seminar in an area of criminal justice selected by both the student and supervising faculty member. Topics will vary depending on the research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. This course may be repeated for course credit if the content differs.

An examination of sociological theories of law and main currents of legal philosophy is followed by participant observation of actual community legal agencies, including police, courts, and others as available.

Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made.

Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made.

Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made.

Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made.

Content is to be determined by faculty student conference and based on student background and interest.

Content is to be determined by faculty student conference and based on student background and interest.

Content is to be determined by faculty student conference and based on student background and interest.

Content is to be determined by faculty student conference and based on student background and interest.