102 courses with the subject JUS, 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.
JUS 111Introduction to Criminal Justice3
Semester Hours This introductory course will acquaint the student with the theoretical foundation of the criminal justice system. It will cover the relationship of law and morality, giving the student a philosophical base from which to establish an understanding of the missions of the justice system. Wesleyan Core SLO: Information Literacy
JUS 111 This course is designed to be an objective academic analysis of formal social control in our society, including the philosophies, limitations and responsibilities of police. The course will focus on the human dimension of policing and the interactive relationship between the police and the public. Writing Intensive
JUS 205Police in Society3
This course is designed to be an objective academic analysis of formal social con
JUS 111 The court system is studied by examining the duties and responsibilities of the prosecutor, the defense counsel, the jury and the judge. The federal and state court systems will be analyzed. The student will learn about topics ranging from plea bargaining to sentencing.
JUS 206Judicial Process3
The court system is studied by examining the duties and responsibilities of
JUS 111 Criminal law includes the study of the most common crimes prosecuted in American courts, including homicide, sexual assault and theft. The student will also learn about the common defenses, including insanity and self-defense.
JUS 293Criminal Law3
Criminal law includes the study of the most common crimes prosecute
JUS 111 Current conditions of incarceration in the United States will be the theme of this course. The student will learn about prison programs, life in prison and the role of prison gangs and other subcultural groups.
JUS 294Correctional Institutions3
Current conditions of incarceration in the United States will b
JUS 111 The relationship between the victims of crime and the agencies in the justice system is the focus of this course. Included will be victim assistance programs, restitution and the study of the characteristics of victims. Writing Intensive
JUS 300Victimology3
The relationship between the victims of crime and the agencies in
JUS 111 The study of criminal behavior as it relates to several varieties of crime is the focus of this course. Major emphasis will be placed on the evolution of criminological theories. Writing Intensive
JUS 301Criminology3
The study of criminal behavior as it relates to several var
JUS 111 This course provides an overview of the juvenile justice system and interrelationship and independence from the adult criminal justice system. The historical and current case law that govern the juvenile justice system are addressed as well as prevention and intervention strategies.
JUS 302Juvenile Justice3
This course provides an overview of the juvenile justice system and interrelat
JUS 111 This course provides an introduction to interviewing and communication skills used by criminal justice practitioners. It examines interactions between criminal justice personnel and offenders, victims, witnesses, children and family members. The focus is on the development of skills needed to interview these individuals.
JUS 303Interviewing in Criminal Justice3
This course provides an introduction to interviewing and communication skills used by
JUS 111 This course provides an examination of community-based and intermediate sanctions. The course covers topics pertinent to daily operations of parole and probation supervision. The course will also examine the philosophical and policy relevant aspects of several intermediate sanctions that are topics of intense debate in correctional and academic circles. Examples include intensive supervision, boot camps, community service and electrionic monitoring.
JUS 304Community Corrections3
This course provides an examination of community-based and intermediate sanctions. The course covers topics perti
ENG 112 , JUS 111 This course focuses on the reporting required to document encounters with criminals, victims, witnesses and other criminal justice professionals which must be in detail and in compliance with criminal and civil laws. Writing Intensive
JUS 310Reporting for Criminal Justice Professionals3
This course focuses on the reporting required to document encounters wit
JUS 111 The increased use and availability of electronic devices has provided a new venue for criminal behavior. This course will focus on these crimes and the investigative techniques and applicable laws which are used to prosecute these offenders. Writing Intensive
JUS 312Cybercrime3
The increased use and availability of electronic devices has provided
JUS 111 This course is designed to provide students with the basic theoretical and philosophical understanding of the investigatory process. Analysis of problems encountered in interviewing, interrogating, evidence collection and admissibility will be examined. Application of investigation theories to the administration of justice will also be developed.
JUS 315Criminal Investigation3
This course is designed to provide students with the basic theoretical and philosophical un
MAT 213 and JUS 111 A study of the logic and methods of Criminal Justice research and its application, including project design; measurement, collecting, analysis, interpretation of data; ethical implications; and program development.
JUS 318Research Methods3
A study of the logic and methods of Criminal Justice research an
JUS 111 and JUS 293 This course is designed to allow students to discuss and analyze recent and past U.S. Supreme Court cases in areas of police procedures, confessions, searches and seizures, entrapment, electronic eavesdropping, pretrial process and the adjudication process.
JUS 325Criminal Procedure3
This course is designed to allow students to discuss and analyze recent a
JUS 111 This course will examine the lessons that can be learned from criminal acts recorded in the Holy Bible. The Bible is the greatest selling book in history and consistently outsells most if not all books every year even today. Opinions vary on how the Bible is supposed to be read and understood. Some view it as a book of history, others as part history and part fable. Regardless of where you stand in this unending debate, the intention here is to learn from some of the stories of crime recounted in the Bible. The lessons learned will be analyzed on a societal and individual level.
JUS 330Criminals of the Bible3
This course will examine the lessons that can be learned from criminal acts recorded in the Holy Bible. The Bible is the greatest selling book in
This course will examine the current statutory law and applicable court decisions in the area of mental health and then appraise how criminal justice professionals should han
This course will provide exploration into three interrelated domains: race, gender and crime as we focus on the criminal justice system in American society. The class emphasizes perspectives from areas of social
JUS 111 A survey of the most common rules of evidence with emphasis on the use of these rules in the courtroom and the theories underlying the rules. Subjects will include hearsay, relevance and circumstantial evidence.
JUS 405Evidence3
A survey of the most common rules of evidence with emphasis on t
JUS 111 This course has been designed to provide students with an overview of civil liability as it affects each of the three components (Police, Courts and Corrections) of the criminal justice system. Specific attention will be given to US Supreme Court precedents and evolving public sentiment, that affect the liability and the administration of criminal justice personnel. Writing Intensive
JUS 406Civil Liability in Criminal Justice3
This course has been designed to provide students with an overview of civil liability as it affe
JUS 111 This course will explore the theoretical explanations for the most dangerous members of society, as well as the classifications which make these individuals unique in their motive and victim selection. The response by the criminal justice system will also be reviewed.
JUS 407Serial Killers3
This course will explore the theoretical explanations for the most dangerou
JUS 111 This course discusses techniques for analyzing and investigating a cold case. The course highlights the evaluation and review processes of the cold case file using available resources, including electronic databases, interview techniques, autopsy findings, media inquiries, and forensic science disciplines. Term(s) Offered: Every fall semester.
JUS 408Cold Case Investigations3
This course discusses techniques for analyzing and investigating a cold case. The Term(s) Offered: Every fall semester.
Semester Hours A survey of constitutional law emphasizing civil rights and individual liberties. The method of teaching will include reading and discussing U.S. Supreme Court decisions.
JUS 111 An advanced course on an instructor-selected topic in justice or criminology related studies that provides an intensive area of study for students.
JUS 415Selected Topics3
An advanced course on an instructor-selected topic in
JUS 111 An advanced course in justice administration designed to provide an overview of the problems faced by managers of justice-related agencies, including the principles of police, courts and corrections management.
JUS 417Administration of Justice3
An advanced course in justice administration designed to provide
9 semester hours in JUS, 36 total semester hours, 2.0 cumulative GPA and approval from the instructor. Students work closely with the instructor to prepare for and obtain placement in sites related to the field of justice, including: law enforcement agencies, prisons, probation offices, social service organizations or judges or lawyers. The experience is designed to provide practical job experience.
JUS 421Internship3-6
Students work closely with the instructor to prepare for and obtain placement in sites
ENG 111, ENG 112 This course introduces students interested in law school or legal training for non-lawyers to legal research and writing. The course explores the core skills lawyers use to find, analyze, and communicate about legal problems, case analysis and synthesis, and basic legal research methodologies. Writing Intensive Term(s) Offered: Once per year in either Traditional or Adult & Professional Studies
JUS 424Legal Research and Writing3
This course introduces students interested in law school or legal training for non-law
JUS 111 This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive analysis of ethical and legal issues involving forensic techniques in the justice system. Case analysis/briefs will include admissibility, relevance and materiality of evidence, forensic psychiatry, forensic pathology, ballistics and questioned documents.
JUS 425Forensic Law3
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive analysis of ethical
JUS 111 Detailed study of terrorism, counter-terrorism, terrorist personalities and terrorist groups, including types, tactics and trends on a worldwide scale as well as domestically. This course also examines the issues of prevention, civil liberties and nation building.
JUS 429Terrorism3
Detailed study of terrorism, counter-terrorism, terrorist personalities an
JUS 111 This course introduces students to ethics and its application to criminal justice policies and practices both on individual and aggregate levels. The course will provide students with the opportunity to critically examine, evaluate and articulate various stances and beliefs on criminal justice issues related to ethics and value systems. Writing Intensive
JUS 430Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice3
This course introduces students to ethics and its application to criminal justice policies
Senior standing; JUS 111 and JUS 318 This course will focus on current issues and topics confronting the criminal justice profession. Students will be required to complete a research paper which demonstrates their understanding of the criminal justice profession and the issues confronted by these professionals. Writing Intensive
JUS 499Senior Seminar3
This course will focus on current issues and topics confronting the criminal jus
Semester Hours This course is designed to focus on and develop the understanding of the systemic nature of current crime control efforts in the criminal justice system. The functions, processes and structures of the criminal justice system and the interrelationship of the system’s various components will be studied, with an emphasis on law enforcement, courts, corrections and juvenile justice components. Writing Intensive
Semester Hours An analysis and study of crime victims and the relationship between the victims, offenders, society and social media. The issues of justice and redress for victims of criminal acts will be emphasized. Writing Intensive
Semester Hours A study of community leadership, development, social change and organization will be presented. Effective strategies for collaborating with others in the community and various organizations to achieve social change and more effective delivery of c1iminal justice services and programs will be presented. Writing Intensive
JUS 612Human Resources Management and Legal Aspects3
Semester Hours The study of management theory and laws applicable to human resource management, including government regulations, employment strategies, compensation , benefits, performance evaluation and termination procedures. Writing Intensive
Semester Hours Grant writing strategies will be studied which prepare students to pursue funding opportunities in the criminal justice field. Principles specific to governmental agencies will be presented. Included is the study of financial management principles and theories that ensure accurate and valid records, including reporting and legal responsibilities. Writing Intensive
Semester Hours A study of the formal organizations which comprise the workplace in contemporary American society; specifically, the influence of organizational structure on human behavior, characteristics of various structures, conflict between individual and organization and organizational change. Writing Intensive
JUS 615Organization Management and Administration for Criminal Justice3
Semester Hours A study of foundational and contemporary theories and cutting edge research that apply to the criminal justice system. Techniques for managing and developing an efficient and effective organization are included. Writing Intensive
Semester Hours This course focuses on the traditional and current criminological theories applied to criminal behavior. Application of criminological theories to case studies will be used. Writing Intensive
Semester Hours A study of current issues and the impact on society and the criminal justice system. Students develop an understanding of these issues and the challenges that they present. Strategies for addressing these issues are included. Writing Intensive
Semester Hours Behavior and Addiction This course will explore the interrelatedness of drugs and crime and the intervention and prevention strategies utilized by criminal justice organizations and other entities. Writing Intensive
JUS 623Clinical Supervision Seminar in Drugs and Crime3
Semester Hours A study of historical and current techniques for supervising employees working with offenders and chemically dependent individuals. An integral part of this course will be role plays, case studies and coaching sessions. Writing Intensive
Semester Hours This course is designed to provide a modern perspective on issues related to race, gender and class in American society. The historical perspective will be reviewed while utilizing contemporary effective models of gender and race to demonstrate the relationship between these variables and the criminal justice system. Focus is not only on the offender, but also consideration given to personnel issues as well. Writing Intensive
Semester Hours The study of research methods appropriate to criminal justice research. The focus will be on evaluation and critique of research methods and findings. Writing Intensive
JUS 640Current and Legal Issues in Criminal Justice3
Semester Hours A study of the current challenges that confront the criminal justice system and its personnel. Strategies for addressing these challenges will be an integral part of this course. Case studies will be included. Writing Intensive
Semester Hours Demonstration of knowledge gained in the MSCJ program by completing a program analysis paper or comprehensive examination. The topic for the program analysis paper will be selected by the student and approved by the instructor. The topic will be consistent with the student’s area of concentration and will demonstrate comprehension and the ability to apply the knowledge gained to a relevant issues or problem in the criminal justice system. The comprehensive examination will be based on the classes completed by the student and the requirements of the major. Writing Intensive
Semester Hours Field experience in the criminal justice system, reserved for those students approved by the criminal justice internship coordinator. The internship will provide a broadened insight in the criminal justice system.
