24 courses with the subject CRJS, 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.
CRJS 101Introduction to Criminal Justice3
This course is a survey of the historical and philosophical development of law enforcement. It will analyze the major components of the criminal justice system: police, courts and corrections, the criminal justice process and current trends in the field. NOTE: Credit can only be received for CRJS 101 or CRJS 103. Terms Offered: Fall, Spring Offered Distance Learning: Yes Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science SUNY General Education Designation(s): Social
This is a writing intensive format of CRJS 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice. The course will survey the historical and philosophical development of law enforcement and analyze the major components of criminal justice: police, courts and corrections, the criminal justice process, and current trends in the field. NOTE: Credit can only be received for CRJS 101 or CRJS 103. Terms Offered: Fall Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science SUNY General Education Designation(s): Communication-Written and Oral, Social Science Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
This is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with the fundamental principles of animal law and ethics in the criminal justice system and society as a whole. Specific topics include a basic introduction to animal cruelty laws, companion and domesticated animals, animal fighting and breed specific legislation, federal animal statutes, industry standards with regard to animals in agriculture, animals in entertainment, animals used for clothing and animals in experimentation. Terms Offered: Fall Offered Distance Learning: Yes Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
This course is an analysis of the nature and purpose of criminal investigation. Students will discuss various methods of investigation, the interview and interrogation of suspects, collection and preservation of evidence, use of informants, techniques of surveillance and special investigation techniques and an overview of forensic services. Terms Offered: Fall, Spring Offered Distance Learning: Yes Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
This course is a continuation of theories and methods of investigation covered in Principles of Criminal Investigation I. Specific crimes such as arson, burglary, rape and enterprise crime will be explained in detail. Open only to matriculated Criminal Justice students. Pre-requisite(s): CRJS 150 Principles of Criminal Investigation I. Terms Offered: Spring Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
This is an introductory course on the topic of evidence and how it relates to the judicial process. The topics covered include, but are not limited to, hearsay, the exclusionary rule, Federal Rules of Evidence, scientific and physical evidence, search and seizure and witness testimony. Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Offered Distance Learning: Yes Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
This course is designed to provide the student with varied perspectives on crime victimization, including history and measurement of victimization, the science of victimology, consequences and forms of victimization, victims' rights and victim advocacy. This course will also familiarize the student with current trends and issues in victimology including underserved populations and new forms of victimization data, the role of the victim and the impact of the victimization on the criminal justice system. Terms Offered: Spring Offered Distance Learning: No Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide students with varied perspectives on family violence, including historical, legal, cultural and political views; to familiarize students with current trends and issues in partner (relationship) abuse, elder abuse, physical child abuse and child sexual abuse; to inform students about current research on the nature and dynamics of family violence; and to increase students' understanding of the criminal justice, mental health, health care and social service responses to the victims, offenders and family members that are affected by violence in the family. Terms Offered: Offered on demand Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
This course includes a history of the United States Constitution, describes the structure of American government as developed through court interpretation of the Constitution and emphasizes constitutional safeguards of liberty and property. The objective of this course is to acquaint students with the judicial system, and structure and process of Constitutional litigation through a detailed study of the rights of citizens. Terms Offered: Fall, Spring Offered Distance Learning: Yes Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
CRJS 221Terrorism and The Criminal Justice System3
This is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with the fundamental principles of terrorism and how it affects, and is handled by, the criminal justice system. Topics include identification of terrorist activities, investigative techniques, and prevention strategies. Terms Offered: Fall, Spring Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
This is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with the fundamental principles of homeland security. The course provides an overview of major issues in homeland security, current homeland security law and organizational structure of the Federal Department of Homeland Security. Terms Offered: Fall, Spring Offered Distance Learning: Yes Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
This seminar-based course explores contemporary issues in the criminal justice system. The seminar will provide students with an in-depth understanding of a chosen topic. The particular area of focus will be announced each term. Terms Offered: Offered on demand Offered Distance Learning: No Contact Hours: Lecture: 1
This course is a survey of the nature and scope of criminality and prevalent forms of deviance. It will consider the major theories of criminal and deviant conduct drawn from psychological, social and cultural modes of explanation. A discussion of various classifications and topologies and the role of crime statistics will be included, as well as the relevance of these factors for understanding, prevention, control and prediction. Pre- or co- requisite(s): ENGL 102 English Composition II or ENGL 104 English Composition II: Writing About Literature. Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
This course will explore the methods and philosophy of the juvenile court system, police programs for the prevention and control of juvenile delinquency, and the role of various social work agencies in the care and treatment of juveniles. Special attention will be given to police techniques utilized in handling juveniles, with emphasis on the utilization of existing community resources. The course will examine prevailing professional philosophy, existing law, public policy and knowledge of current delinquent behavior theories. Terms Offered: Fall, Spring Offered Distance Learning: Yes SUNY General Education Designation(s): Social
This discussion-based course discusses contemporary attempts to improve and reorganize the criminal justice system. Topics will include reform efforts in policing, the court system, and the correctional system, as well as forensic science, victim services, and community relations. Students will learn the role of public opinion and politics in reform efforts in the United States through case studies and class discussions. Pre-requisite(s): CRJS 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice or CRJS 103 Honors Introduction to Criminal
This course is a survey of the history and philosophy of criminal law; the scope, purpose, definition and classification of modern criminal law; offenses against the person; property offenses; and a discussion of the relationship between the constitutional rights of the individuals and the protection of society. Terms Offered: Fall, Spring Offered Distance Learning: Yes Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
This course is a comprehensive analysis of the rules of evidence and criminal procedural law; judicial notice; presumption; real and circumstantial evidence; burden of proof; province of court and jury; documentary evidence; hearsay; confessions and admissions; laws of arrest; and search and seizure. Terms Offered: Fall, Spring Offered Distance Learning: Yes Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
