32 courses with the subject CJ, 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.
CJ 1113Special Topics in CJ1
Comprehensive Emergency Response and Care: This course equips students with essential skills that enhance their professional expertise and ability to serve the public. Preparing them to respond quickly in life-saving situations ensures their readiness for real-world emergencies. In addition to increasing employability, this course offers current professionals the opportunity to update critical 217 Keystone College skills, providing a competitive edge for roles in law enforcement, corrections, and other areas where emergency response capabilities are highly sought after. The competencies, knowledge, and skills gained improve communication and teamwork during emergencies, leading to more coordinated and effective responses. Employers value candidates with a broad range of practical, real- world skills, making this course a key asset for career advancement.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the criminal justice system, including crime, criminal law, and constitutional implications. Examines the major institutional components of law enforcement: police, courts, and corrections. Fall/Spring, 3 hours lecture and discussion,
of knowledge which regards crime as a social phenomenon. Focuses on the nature, extent, causes, and prevention of crime. Explores sociological theories to explain criminal behavior. Also examines crime’s impact on society and societal reactions to crime.
theoretical perspectives to explain and prevent juvenile delinquency. Emphasizes is placed on prevention and rehabilitation. Spring, 3 hours lecture and discussion,
policing course that explores the many and varied roles of the American police officer Examines relevant constitutionally-based landmark decisions that established the parameters, limitations and safeguards of police conduct. Compares and contrasts the ever- changing dynamic role of the 21st century law enforcement officer, as well as the current trends and issues in policing such social justice, hate groups, and the changing role and perceptions of law enforcement. 3 hours lecture and discussion,
development of correctional practices from early to modern times. Analyzes contemporary correctional organizational structures and treatment modalities. Spring, 3 hours lecture and discussion,
course investigates the impact of media on public perceptions of crime and the criminal justice system in the United States. It critically analyzes films as cultural reflections of crime, victimization, and criminal justice concepts. Emphasis is placed on the stereotypical portrayals of crime and the societal responses these depictions elicit.
and Gender in American Criminal Justice: Critically examines both the history and the current operation of the American criminal justice system within a broad sociological context. Analyzes current issues related to class, race, and gender through the various perspectives developed to explain the origins and functions of the criminal law. Discusses in detail topics such as mass incarceration, racial profiling, and sentencing disparities, among others. 3 hours lecture and discussion,
Procedures: Evaluates sources, distinctions and limitations relating to substantive and procedural criminal law. Analyzes the rules of evidence as well as other evidentiary and procedural requirements which affect evidence collection and admissibility.
CJ 1115. Fall (not offered every year), 3 hours lecture and discussion,
CJ 3120Criminal Investigation: Provides an3
introduction to the fundamental elements of criminal investigation, crime scene search, and collection and preservation of evidence. year), 3 hours lecture and discussion,
the political, legal, strategic and organizational challenges of homeland security and emergency management in a post September 11, 2001 world. Examines homeland security and emergency management from historical, organizational, domestic, global and philosophical perspectives. Spring, 3 hours lecture and discussion,
Corrections: Examines the history, theory, and practice of community treatment in the correctional process. Prerequisite: CJ 2140. Fall (not offered every year), 3 hours lecture and discussion, 3 credits. 218 Keystone College
nature and history of both domestic and international terrorism; to include major group ideologies, trends, tactics, targets and responses. Covers strategies to prevent and respond to acts of terrorism, including the roles of the federal, state, and local governments to the roll of public/private partnerships, and the impact of the Patriot Act in a post 9/11 world. Fall, 3 hours lecture and discussion,
techniques of socio-psychological profiling to detect patterns of career criminals specifically focusing on serial killers, child molesters, arsonists, rapists and other violent career offenders. Prerequisite: CJ 1115. Fall/Spring (not offered every year), 3 credits, 3 hours lecture and discussion.
criminal justice and community restoration paradigm that emphasizes the healing relationship between victims, offenders and the community. Travel to Chicago is part of this course. Travel fee determine at time of travel, 3 hours lecture and discussion,
theories and concepts to analyze situations from various perspectives. Focuses on developing students’ ability to support ethical decision with logical arguments. This is a writing intensive course. Fall, 3 hours lecture and discussion,
Analyzes issues related to the administration of justice. Conducts in-depth analysis of important and controversial issues facing the criminal justice system.
consent of instructor. Fall, Spring, Summer (not offered every year), 3 hours lecture and discussion,
CJ 4011Special Topics in CJ: Corporate Crime3
Analyzes issues related to the corporate crime. Conducts in-depth analysis of important and controversial issues facing corporate law. 3 hours lecture and discussion, not offered every semester,
Criminal Justice: A service-learning course that explores social justice issues in the field of criminal justice. Students will use knowledge gained over the past four years and apply it to a
Assesses the role of the court in the criminal justice system. Examines the state and federal system as well as the origin and development of the court system.
CJ 2135. Fall/ Spring (not offered every year), 3 hours lecture and discussion,
CJ 4125Community Oriented Policing3
Examines the role of law enforcement in government and the importance of community relations. Explores the dynamics of race relations and other diverse groups related to the law enforcement community.
Creates opportunities for people both inside and outside of prison, to have a transformative learning experience that emphasizes collaboration and dialogue. Addresses crime, justice, and other issues of social concerns. This class is held in a prison. Fall, 3 credits, 3 hours lecture and discussion. 219 Keystone College
2.5 GPA, junior status and consent. Research and discussion,
CJ 4910Senior Seminar: A comprehensive3
writing intensive capstone course that requires the student to apply the knowledge skills and abilities acquired in previous criminal justice and general education courses; culminating in a comprehensive final comprehensive examination, research project, oral presentation and a self- reflection assignment which requires the student to evaluate their total college experience. The course prepares the student for the world of work by examining all aspects of the employment process, including portfolio and resume preparation and participation in a mock employment interview.
CJ 5150Comparative Criminal Justice Systems: Provides a thorough and critical examination of
meanings, history, and methods of comparing as well as contrasting various examples of criminal justice systems around the globe with ones prevailing in the United States. 3 credits. Spring II.
CJ 5200Women in Criminal Justice: Looks at the roles of women in the criminal justice system
Focuses on gender issues of women as practitioners, offenders and victims. Explores dynamics of society, law and the CJ system and how these entities respond to gender differences, with special attention to equality and diversity. 3 credits. Summer I.
CJ 5250Social Dynamics in the Criminal Justice System: Explores the role that cultural and social
identity factors play in law enforcement, the courts, and the correctional system. Utilizes theoretical readings to examine crime and criminal justice in terms of systemic inequities and issues of fairness within the system.3 credits. Summer I.
CJ 6100Seminar in Victimology: Examines patterns and trends in victimization. Analyzes specific crime
types and the impact of crime on victims and society. Explores the role of victims within the criminal justice system with special attention to victim rights and services. 3 credits. Fall I.
CJ 6150Drugs and the Criminal Justice System: Focuses on the history of drug use, legislation
enforcement, theory and drug prevention and treatment. Introduces students to drug identification, drug violence, the drug industry, drug courts and drug problems in the correctional system. 3 credits. Fall II.
