35 courses with the subject CJUS, 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.
An introduction to and overview of the discipline and practice of Criminal Justice including its historical and philosophical background. This course will give students an overview of the three main functions of the Criminal Justice system to include: Police, Courts and Corrections.
Cybercrime (3) CJUS electives (300/400 level) CJUS 222 Criminal Investigations (3) PSGS 339 Law & Public Policy (3) CJUS 223 Corrections (3) PSGS 225 State and Local Government (3) OR CJUS 226 Police Procedures (3) PSGS 226 American Government (3) CJUS 252 Introduction to Forensic Science (3) PSY 435 Addictions & Recovery (3)
This course will cover essential techniques and procedures for conducting criminal investigations, including how to approach, structure, and manage a criminal investigation. Students will learn how to organize the various parts of an investigation into a written affidavit establishing probable cause. The course will also contain an analysis of pertinent court decisions and problems, and methods of dealing with current situations that face law enforcement daily.
Programmatic Goals – Criminal Justice (B.A.) 1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of current laws, procedures, policies and practices of the criminal justice profession 2. The students will navigate the criminal justice process and experiences from a biblical perspective. 3. The students will view those in the criminal justice system through a biblical perspective no matter their crimes or dispositions. 4. Students will develop confidence in their ability to share their faith with each individual they come in contact with, no matter if it is a colleague, criminal, victim or witness. 5. Students will evaluate ways to foster healthy relationships with colleagues to support well-being and develop relationships to further their ability to serve and share their faith with others. Requirements for a Major in Criminal Justice Major: Criminal Justice Degree: B.A. Minimum Semester Hours Required: 120 Forty-two hours are required for a major in Criminal Justice: CJUS 120 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 hours CJUS 331 Criminal Law and Procedure 3 hours CJUS 121 Intro to Digital Forensics & Cybercrime 3 hours CJUS 345 Research Methods in Criminal Justice 3 hours CJUS 223 Corrections 3 hours CJUS 349 Public Administration of Criminal Justice 3 hours CJUS 226 Police Procedures 3 hours CJUS 421 Criminology 3 hours Academic Information - Residential Undergraduate ― 2026-2027 95
An overview of the role, scope, organization, and management of police agencies including the philosophy and history of policing. Emphasis is placed on police operations, critical issues, community policing and the personal side of policing.
Either semester 3 hours This course introduces students to foundational firearms safety, handling, and marksmanship, along with defensive tactics used in criminal justice settings. Students will analyze the constitutional framework of the Second Amendment as it relates to lawful firearms use, responsibility, and professional practice. Emphasizing situational awareness, ethical decision-making, and safety, the course integrates classroom instruction with hands-on training to develop both academic and practical, real-world skills.
An overview of the form and functions of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and its vital mission: to secure the nation from the many threats we face. DHS missions involve anti-terrorism, border security, immigration and customs, cyber security, and disaster prevention and management. This course will explore each of these missions in some detail.
Digital Forensics 3 hours Academic Information - Residential Undergraduate ― 2026-2027 97
This course examines the interrelationship between criminal justice and psychology. From criminal delinquency to victim advocacy, this course will study the motivations of criminal behavior. The course will analyze how human behavior interacts with and impacts the criminal justice system and related services. It will also explore the psychology of law enforcement and the impact of the careers in this field on professional and personal mental health. Cross-listed as PSY 235.
Second semester 3 hours This course will examine criminal activities related to various vice and narcotics crimes as well as explore investigative techniques in dealing with delinquent behaviors related to illegal drugs, gambling, sex crimes, and gangs. The course will investigate the underlying causes of these behaviors, the personal and social factors related to what are defined as immoral crimes, and the consequences across the spectrum of incarceration, treatment, prevention, and advocacy programs. Offered on demand.
First semester 3 hours The course will examine white-collar crimes and related criminal statutes for such crimes as mail and wire fraud, Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, criminal tax violations, bank fraud, health care fraud, perjury, obstruction and false statements. The course will explore the complexities and difficulty of these criminal investigations and their prosecution through the criminal justice system.
CJUS elective 3 credit hours
This course is designed to study violence-prone extremist groups and their historical evolution, ideological Bryan College Online-Undergraduate ― 2026-2027 219
An in-depth analysis of human trafficking and modern-day slavery, including the perspective of victims, and how these things relate to the criminal justice system. Emphasis is placed on understanding the ethical and legal dimensions of related issues, as well as identifying and constructing solutions from a faith-based perspective. Offered on demand.
Second semester 3 hours An in-depth study of the juvenile justice system in the U.S., including theories of differential treatment of juveniles and adults, the general administration of the system, the law related to juveniles, and various experiments within the general system. Offered on demand.
This course instructs students how to understand and apply legal principles in the acquisition of digital evidence to ensure it will be admissible in court. Digital evidence derived from a wide array of digital devices that is used daily to investigate and convict criminals of crimes ranging from child exploitation, fraud, to murder will be investigated.
Requirements for a Minor in Digital Forensics Eighteen hours are required for a minor in Digital Forensics: CSCI 116 Programming I 3 hours CJUS 329 Digital For Evid: Law of Search&Seizure 3 hours CJUS 121 Intro to Digital Forensics & Cybercrime 3 hours CJUS 431 Digital Forensics Tools & Technology 3 hours
Second semester 3 hours An analysis of research techniques and methodologies utilized by criminal justice researchers and criminologists. Students will evaluate various research strategies and learn how to implement select techniques in their own work.
An examination of principles of administration, organization, and functional interrelation of criminal justice agencies. An evaluation of personnel policies, divisions, operations, management procedures and policies.
CJUS 441 Ethics & Diversity in Criminal Justice 3 hours CJUS 345 Research Methods in Criminal Justice (3) PSY 235 or CJUS 235 Criminal Psychology 3 hours CJUS 349 Public Administration of Criminal Justice (3) PSY 325 Personality Theory 3 hours PSY 322 Research Design & Methodology (3)
Programmatic Goals – Interdisciplinary Studies (B.S.) 1. Students will develop an adequate preparation for graduate school or vocation. 2. Students will evidence a personal, integrative perspective regarding faith and their discipline; and an ability to apply that perspective to the community in which they live. 3. Students will develop an adequate knowledge of content and knowledge of how their discipline(s) influence present day culture. Interdisciplinary Studies major (48 semester hours) First Area of Study* (6) Third Area of Study* (15) First Area of Study – 300/400 level (9) (Can also be additional coursework from First and/or Second Area of Study* (6) Second Areas of Study) Second Area of Study – 300/400 level (9) GS 420 Interdisciplinary Portfolio (3) * Areas of Study must be approved in consultation with an academic adviser. Bryan College Online-Undergraduate ― 2026-2027 194
This course gives the student a better understanding of those that kill and what psychological and environmental factors can be operative in such circumstances. Contemporary and classic case studies along with commonalities and variations amongst multiple murders will be studied. This course explores these subjects from a Christian worldview, with an emphasis on applied ethics and biblical injunctions against murder.
To provide practical, hands-on experience, by utilizing virtual machine technology in analyzing digital storage media to obtain evidence. Students will learn and utilize a variety of digital forensic programs. Students will cover the basics of digital acquisition and data handling necessary to properly identify, preserve, and collect data from a range of digital media devices. The legal integrity of the evidence process will be demonstrated.
Programmatic Goals – Criminal Psychology 1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of current laws, procedures, psychological theories and practices of the criminal justice and psychology profession 2. Students will demonstrate a personal, integrative perspective regarding psychology and criminal justice and the importance of application of their Biblical Worldview. 3. Students will develop knowledge of the psychological needs of those they will come in contact with across the criminal justice discipline. 4. Students will evaluate ways to foster healthy relationships with colleagues to support well-being and develop relationships to further their ability to serve and share their faith with others. Requirements for a Major in Criminal Psychology Major: Criminal Psychology Degree: B.S. Minimum Semester Hours Required: 120 Forty-two hours are required for a major in Criminal Psychology: CJUS 120 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 hours PSY 334 Social Psychology 3 hours CJUS 223 Corrections 3 hours PSY 424 Abnormal Psychology 3 hours CJUS 226 Police Procedures 3 hours PSY 435 Addictions & Recovery 3 hours CJUS 331 Criminal Law & Procedure 3 hours PSY 449 Counseling Techniques 3 hours
Either semester 3 hours An experience-based course in which upper class Criminal Justice majors further develop the knowledge and skills gained in their course of study through on-the-job training under the professional supervision and the guidance of a professor within their major. This is a structured program in which students must participate in local, state, and/or federal criminal justice agencies or a combination thereof. The internship is typically completed off campus. Permission of the Criminal Justice Department Chair is required. Prerequisite: CJUS 120
The course equips criminal justice administrators with the knowledge and skills to manage organizations within the criminal justice system. Students will survey the history of police administration, organizational theory, budgeting, finance, leadership, and management related to the criminal justice system.
This course focuses on ethical decision-making and leadership ethics from a Christian worldview as a foundation for establishing public trust. Students will examine ethical frameworks, ethical decision-making models, and ethical leadership as they communicate and apply that information to resolve ethical dilemmas facing criminal justice executives from a Christian perspective.
This course includes a comprehensive review of the legal principles of criminal justice operations and contemporary challenges for public administrators. Students will analyze relevant legal issues, court rulings, and liability cases.
This course covers human resource operations, including management, employee selection, training, performance evaluation, termination procedures, motivation, job satisfaction, salary administration, and grant writing. The course also critically reviews current practices in criminal justice organizations.
This course teaches students how to create policies and collaborate with stakeholders. The students gain hands-on experience by addressing policy innovations through various practical assignments. These skills will help the students develop knowledge, skills, and ability in public policy-making and implementation.
This course provides a graduate-level review of leadership and management theories relative to criminal justice organizations, focusing on credible servant and transformational leadership practices. Attention will be given to personal leadership development for current and future criminal justice leaders.
This course examines crime data and investigative intelligence sources to improve operational decision-making to control and prevent criminal behavior. Students survey intelligence-led policing strategies and crime data analysis trends, methodologies, new technology, program evaluation, global crime, and best practices in monitoring and reporting the occurrence of crime to stakeholders. Graduate Programs ― 2026-2027 273
This course covers different forms of interpersonal communication crucial for effective law enforcement leadership. The course includes engaging with current research and completing practical assignments on social media use, releasing information, media engagement, and public speaking. The students will develop essential communication skills for leading a modern law enforcement department.
This capstone applied research in leadership course focuses on applying exemplary leadership practices and problem-solving skills to complex, relevant issues related to leading change and resolving conflicts. Students will gain knowledge and skills through case studies and solving a pertinent criminal justice problem with an applied research project.
Source: Bryan College-Dayton's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
