16 courses with the subject CJS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
CJS 1150Introduction to Criminal Justice3
Describes the American system of criminal justice, including theories of crime and justice, criminal law, policing, courts, associated pre- and post-trial legal processes, corrections, juvenile justice, and special issues in criminal justice. This course will also explore criminal justice careers, changes to the system, and the future of criminal justice. This course promotes five (5) core values: Accountability, Compassion/Empathy, Integrity, Cultural Responsiveness, and Interpersonal Communicaion. These core values serve as the foundation to prepare future public servant leaders. Pre-Requisites ENG 1108 Major Content Areas History of the criminal justice system; including adult and juvenile Criminal law and procedure Criminal defenses Crime statistics Criminological theory Policing history, structure, role, management, duties and practice Court system, operations, structure, practice, and progression of cases??? Correctional history, structure, role, management, duties and practice Community corrections Juvenile delinquency and justice Constitutional amendments and rights Crimes of the new millennium and the future of criminal justice Criminal justice careers Learning Outcomes Explain the relationship between and core components of the criminal justice system, including policing, the judicial process, and corrections. Discuss the definition of crime, different types of crime, theoretical causes of crime, and crime statistics. Identify the constitutional foundations for the criminal justice system. Summarize the history, structure, and legal aspects of policing, police management, and peace officer discretion and describe the role of professional peace officers. Explain the process of how laws are created, enforced, interpreted, and revised. Demonstrate knowledge of Minnesota POST Board requirements. Analyze the operation of the court system by examining the courtroom work group, all stages of the court process, and progression of cases through the system. Interpret the correctional system, including probation, parole, community corrections, jails, and prisons and describe the role of correctional officers and staff. Discuss special criminal justice issues, such as juvenile justice, transnational crime, cybercrime, and terrorism. Explore criminal justice careers, how the criminal justice system is changing, and the future of criminal justice
Studies the historical and contemporary roles of policing in society, strategies for positive peace officer-community relations and career-related issues for peace officers. This course promotes five (5) core values: Accountability, Compassion/Empathy, Integrity, Cultural Responsiveness, and Interpersonal Communication. These core values serve as the foundation to prepare future public servant leaders. Pre-Requisites CJS 1150 Major Content Areas Professional peace officer functions within the criminal justice system. Community oriented and problem oriented policing. Peace officer critical thinking and discretionary practices. History of policing in America. Peace officer’s understanding of and interaction with diverse communities and special populations. The understanding of the peace officer culture and its impact on health and wellness. Learning Outcomes Outline community-oriented policing strategies using contemporary roles of policing and holistic crime prevention responses. Describe ethical problem solving and decision-making skills as they relate to peace officer discretion, considering personal rights and public safety. Explain the expectations of peace officer professional conduct as they relate to use of force, data practices, liability and internal affairs. Demonstrate knowledge of Minnesota POST Board requirements. Summarize the history, rationale and components of policing from its founding to the era of 21st Century Policing. Describe how a professional peace officer applies the principles of constitutional law and procedural justice, cultural responsiveness, critical thinking and reason to policing roles in the community. Identify and describe the functions within a policing organization. Identify the traits of a professional peace officer as a public servant, including the core values of policing: calling, effective communication, integrity, compassion, and empathy.
Examines the historical foundations, current philosophies, procedures and characteristics of the juvenile justice system. This course explores theories of delinquency, evaluation methods to assess behaviors and develop strategies while working with juveniles, as well as, Minnesota statutes and community corrections systems that apply specifically to juveniles. This course promotes five (5) core values: Accountability, Compassion/Empathy, Integrity, Cultural Responsiveness, and Interpersonal Communication. These core values serve as the foundation to prepare future public servant leaders. Pre-Requisites CJS 1150 Major Content Areas History and organization of the juvenile justice systemTheories of delinquency Minnesota juvenile statutes and case law Diversion and community-based corrections Juvenile correctional institutions Pre-adjudication Status Offenses Procedural differences when interacting with juveniles versus adults Prevention and control of delinquency Definitions and concepts related to juvenile justice Correctional institutions Learning Outcomes Outline the three basic components of the juvenile justice system and the function of those components. Identify procedural differences involving juvenile versus adult interaction. Explain laws and case law specific to juveniles. Demonstrate knowledge of Minnesota POST Board requirements. Summarize the history, organization, and philosophy of the juvenile justice system in the United States. Summarize definitions and concepts specific to juvenile justice as a system. Identify the socio-political, community, and environmental context that influences juvenile delinquency. Differentiate the theoretical perspectives and framework of juvenile delinquency. Analyze prevention, intervention and treatment methods and techniques within the context of juvenile delinquency.
Describes the history, theories, legal issues, and practices of corrections, which will be applied to the Minnesota correctional system. This course will also explore sentencing and effects of various sentencing options. This course promotes five (5)core values: Accountability, Compassion/Empathy, Integrity, Cultural Responsiveness, and Interpersonal Communication. These core values serve as the foundation to prepare future public servant leaders. Major Content Areas Historical background and trends in corrections Correctional policy and legal issues affecting correctional practice Juvenile corrections Sentencing methods and types of sentences Community corrections Special populations in corrections Modern correctional practice Corrections in the United States compared to other countries Learning Outcomes Demonstrate an understanding of the historical changes and cycles in corrections. Explain the effects of criminological theories on correctional practice. Discuss the differences between various sentencing options. Describe correctional policy and operations within jails, prisons, and other correctional institutions. Explain prison life for inmates and the effects of custody, programming, and treatment. Describe current issues in corrections, including capital punishment and mandatory minimum sentencing.
Explains the current trends in criminal justice, which recognizes the diversity of offenders that populates the criminal justice system. Taken from criminological, anthropological, and sociological perspectives, this course will analyze the issues which prompted a specialized approach to various offender groups. Topics will include elderly offenders, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders, sexual deviants, gang classified offenders, drug/alcohol abusers, various minority groups, and juvenile offenders. Historical development, societal issues, crime and punishment, discrimination, employment, and other serious problems are considered throughout. Major Content Areas Special issues unique to incarcerated women. – 15% Classification process used in the corrections system and the role and impact of inmate classification. – 15% Challenges faced by inmates who are mentally ill, are sexual deviants, and who have a substance abuse history. – 15% Elements between the juvenile and adult corrections system. – 15% Similarities and differences between the general population and people who end up under correctional authority. – 15% Offender types and challenges each may post in the corrections system. – 25% Learning Outcomes Identify the special issues unique to incarcerated women. Explain the classification process used in the corrections system and analyze the role and impact of inmate classification. Describe the challenges faced by inmates who are mentally ill, are sexual deviants, and who have a substance abuse history. Compare the elements between the juvenile and adult corrections system. Describe similarities and differences between the general population and people who end up under correctional authority. Identify a range of offender types and assess the challenges each may pose in the corrections system.
Introduces alternatives to traditional incarceration for convicted criminals and people on probation and parole. Topics include the history of community corrections, the legal framework for community corrections, the growth potential of the field, and the role of the corrections professional. Emphasis is upon sentencing, probation, parole, pre-trial release programs, intermediate sanctions, and halfway houses. Major Content Areas Different sentencing options available to judges. – 20% Residential and nonresidential intermediate sanctions. – 20% Designing a presentence investigation report and conducting a presentence investigation. – 20% Role of community-based corrections. – 20% Intent and results of the restorative justice process. 20% Learning Outcomes Describe the different sentencing options available to judges. Differentiate among the residential and nonresidential intermediate sanctions. Design a presentence investigation report and conduct a presentence investigation. Analyze the role of community-based corrections. Evaluate the intent and the results of the restorative justice process.
Studies the legal rights and obligations of probationers, inmates, and parolees. Constitutional issues such as privacy, search and seizure, correspondence, medical treatment and religious practice will be studied. Topics will also include the legal rights of incarcerated individuals confined in public and private facilities, along with the rights, obligations, and responsibilities of corrections agencies and personnel. Juvenile corrections included.
Provides the technical understanding and practical application in basic report writing, note taking and standardized report forms commonly used by corrections personnel. Topics include proper note-taking, report writing mechanics, style, and editing, and data privacy rules and regulations. Emphasis is placed on developing a clear, concise style in expressing factual, relevant information. Job search skills are covered; including resume/cover letter writing, and background/interview preparation. Major Content Areas Key elements of job searches specific to the corrections field. – 25% Accurate report writing mechanics, style, and proofreading. – 25% Technical components of an accurate, basic corrections report. – 25% Relevant data and data privacy guidelines used in reports written by corrections personnel. – 25% Learning Outcomes Identify key elements of job searches specific to the corrections field. Demonstrate accurate report writing mechanics, style, and proofreading. Analyze the technical components of an accurate, basic corrections report. Identify relevant data and data privacy guidelines used in reports written by corrections personnel.
Explores the biological, sociological, psychological, and developmental perspectives on the etiology of criminal behavior and applies them to selected case histories. This course will also describe the science of crime rates, how crime is measured, and societal reaction to crime and its impact. This course promotes five (5) core values: Accountability, Compassion/Empathy, Integrity, Cultural Responsiveness, and Interpersonal Communication. These core values serve as the foundation to prepare future public servant leaders. Major Content Areas Empirical data related to various types of crime and official crime statistics Origins of criminal behavior Criminological theories Analysis of case histories Types of criminal behavior Application of theory to different categories of crime Learning Outcomes Demonstrate an understanding of the science of crime rates and identify how crime is defined and measured. Understand the origin of crime and crime problems and the individual and group reasons for committing crime. Analyze the community or societal reactions to crime and evaluate their impact. Identify the biological, sociological, psychological, and developmental theories of criminology and empirical evidence related to those theories. Apply criminological theories and empirical evidence to crimes and case studies.
Acquaint students with relevant content of the United States Constitution and Constitutional Amendments within political, social, and historical contexts; and examine the cognitive process in key judicial decisions. Course formerly known as CJS 1160 Constitutional Law for Criminal Justice Professionals. Pre-Requisites CJS 1150 or instructor approval. Major Content Areas Constitutional procedures and policies: 30% Criminal justice professional: 20% History of constitutional law in the U. S. 10% Civil rights and liberties: 20% Court cases: 20% Learning Outcomes Differentiate between early and contemporary judicial thinking and legal reasoning Describe important considerations dealing with civil rights and liberties Outline the historical evolution of constitutional doctrines, standards, and tests Explain constitutional frameworks for criminal justice procedures and policies Identify key cases, legal terms, clauses, and chronologies in constitutional law
CJS 2225Theory and Practice of Criminal Investigations3
Examines the documentation, evidence handling procedures and preservation needed in crime scene investigations. This course also explores the legal, procedural and ethical considerations in interviewing and interrogations along with balancing the constitutional rights and protection of suspects, witnesses and victims. Investigative preparation, documentation and report writing will be explored. This course promotes five (5) core values: Accountability, Compassion/Empathy, Integrity, Cultural Responsiveness, and Interpersonal Communication. These core values serve as the foundation to prepare future public servant leaders. Major Content Areas Role of informants in investigative practices and processes Types of evidence, protective gear, collection and preservation of evidence, and chain of custody Evidence collection considerations and care for victimsConstitutional rights Officer survival and safety Crime scene investigation and preservation Interviewing and interrogation Violent and property crimes; including homicide, physical violence, sexual assault, harassment, stalking, controlled substances, arson, financial fraud, white collar crime, and cybercrime Report writing and document preparation Criminal charging process Learning Outcomes Define key elements of judicial interaction and explain how an investigator can interact and effectively navigate the judicial system. Discuss the constitutional rights and protection of suspects, witnesses, and victims. Demonstrate knowledge of Minnesota POST Board requirements. Explain the legal and procedural process associated with the investigation of crime. Define an investigator’s role and responsibilities during the investigative process. Compare legal, procedural, and ethical considerations in interviews and interrogations. Discuss the techniques used to organize investigative documents and write reports.
Explores the principles of criminal procedure and the rules established by the U.S. Supreme Court relating to suspect identification, search and seizure, arrest procedures, interrogation of suspects, and the legal processes applicable to policing. Students will study the legal concepts involved in the application of various amendments to policing as well as the Minnesota State Constitution, the U.S. Constitution and their procedural requirements. This course promotes five (5) core values: Accountability, Compassion/Empathy, Integrity, Cultural Responsiveness, and Interpersonal Communication. These core values serve as the foundation to prepare future public servant leaders. Major Content Areas Criminal law and criminal procedure Constitutional rights during policing, court processes, and correctional sentencing Search and seizure requirements Suspect identification methods Arrest procedures Use of force continuum Search warrant preparation, execution, and warrantless searches Application of due process Rights and processes related to a fair and speedy trial and the right to a jury trial Provisions of the Constitution, Bill of Rights and case laws impact on policing Learning Outcomes Demonstrate knowledge of Minnesota POST Board requirements. Explain provisions of the Constitution and Bill of Rights and describe the impacts on policing in America. Define the rules of evidence and related criminal procedure that must be followed by professional peace officers. Explain peace officer use of force and the legal foundations that must be considered. Discuss the relationship between source of law, application of law and interpretation of law in peace officer decision making. Explain the concept of racially based profiling and other profiling that is based on false assumptions about groups of people and discuss the importance of impartial policing. Describe and demonstrate how to make contacts, detentions, and arrests, along with strategies and techniques for safely taking a person into custody in a variety of locations. Explain special reporting requirements related to bias motivated/hate crimes, predatory offenders, and other crimes of violence.
Prepares professional peace officers with contemporary policing options and practices to identify, analyze and apply Minnesota criminal statutes and traffic code. This course promotes five (5) core values: Accountability, Compassion/Empathy, Integrity, Cultural Responsiveness, and Interpersonal Communication. These core values serve as the foundation to prepare future public servant leaders. Major Content Areas Minnesota criminal statutes, traffic code, and regulatory code Contemporary policing options and practices Vehicle registration/insurance requirements Career related terminology Amendments related to peace officer practice and law Culturally responsive contemporary policing practices with diverse communities and populations Critical thinking and problem solving Minnesota’s peace officer standards of conduct Data privacy and victim’s rights. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the basic organization, purpose and principles of Minnesota Criminal Code and its implications for the enforcement of law. Describe non-enforcement deterrents to traffic violations. Describe vehicle registration and insurance requirements in Minnesota Demonstrate culturally responsive contemporary policing practices with diverse communities and populations. Identify the elements of crimes as stated in the Minnesota State Statutes, including traffic enforcement code and driving while impaired offenses. Identify Minnesota State Statutes relating to weapons, chemical agents, electronic control weapons and interference with public property. Demonstrate knowledge of Minnesota POST Board requirements.
CJS 2235Professional Police Report Writing and Employment Preparation2
Prepares students in the construction of professional police reports using the Minnesota POST Board approved format. Professional police report writing includes peace officer terminology, effective grammar, sentence structure and syntax. This course also includes career preparation skills such as resume development, cover letter writing, background check preparation, and interviewing for the policing field. This course promotes five (5) core values: Accountability, Compassion/Empathy, Integrity Cultural Responsiveness, and Interpersonal Communication. These core values serve as the foundation to prepare future public servant leaders. Major Content Areas Form, function, and mechanics of professional peace officer writing. Report writing in POST approved styles Interviewing and interrogation techniques Employment preparation and skills for securing employment as a professional peace officer. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the difference between factual content and opinion writing. Demonstrate an understanding of narrative and bullet style writing. Define and demonstrate the various interviewing and interrogation techniques using contemporary policing practices. Create a professional police report using a chronological method, that includes peace officer terminology, effective grammar, sentence structure and syntax. Learn and apply effective interviewing skills and techniques for securing employment as a professional peace officer. Demonstrate knowledge of Minnesota POST Board requirements.
Integrates the academic knowledge, skills, and abilities of the basic patrol function of professional peace officers. These include, but are not limited to, vehicle stops, traffic enforcement, pedestrian checks, officer safety issues, and other duties as they relate to the basic patrol functions. This course promotes five (5) core values: Accountability, Compassion/Empathy, Integrity, Cultural Responsiveness, and Interpersonal Communication. These core values serve as the foundation to prepare future public servant leaders. Major Content Areas Amendments related to equality and rights of the community Evolution of crimes, including drug trends and laws and bias/hate motivated crimes Subject control and de-escalation during field encounters Responding to persons in crisis The role and rights of victims Duties and functions of a professional peace officerHistory and foundation of peace officer duties, responsibilities and actions Career-related terminology.? Officer safety as it relates to the use of force continuum Minnesota custodial arrest statutes for offenses, including domestic/family violence Learning Outcomes Explain and demonstrate the theory, concepts and peace officer responses related to domestic violence and other crimes of violence, including the advocation for victims. Explain the role of peace officers when addressing the issues of gangs, drugs, terrorism and Homeland Security. Describe the impact of human behavior on the interactions between peace officers and the communities they serve. Demonstrate knowledge of Minnesota POST Board requirements. Define behavioral indicators of persons with mental health concerns, co-occurring disorders and co-morbidity and demonstrate how to respond to persons in crisis using the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) model. Explain the need for peace officer health and wellness and its impact on personal and community relationships. Identify the concepts of peace officer safety and use of force, and demonstrate how it is applied to policing and patrol functions. Summarize the history, rationale and components of policing from its founding to the era of 21st Century Policing. Identify the traits of a professional peace officer as a public servant including the core values of policing: calling, communication, integrity, compassion, and empathy; and explain how these traits are applied to mediating and problem-solving within the community. Demonstrate how a professional peace officer applies constitutional law, reason, procedural justice, cultural responsiveness, and the sanctity of life to the patrol functions of policing.
Accomplishes an off-campus learning experience in an agency providing a learning environment for students interested in the sociological perspective. Emphasis will be placed on experiences that relate to the student’s career interests. In most instances these placements will be with law enforcement agencies and/or corrections. Pre-Requisites Permission of the internship coordinator.
