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32 courses with the subject CRMJ, 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.

CRMJ 0000BAS Elective Courses

Consult with your BAS in CJS advisor for elective options.

Subject: CRMJ
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu

CRMJ 1001Introduction to Criminal Justice3

An exploration of the police, courts, and correctional agencies that oversee American justice. Examines process and philosophies that underlie the establishment of the modern criminal justice system. (3 hrs lec)

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu

CRMJ 1020Introduction to Policing3

Introduces the student to the roles of the police and the specific field of law enforcement. Topics include the historical origin of the police, the nature and styles of police organizations, an overview of the development and functioning of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, the nature of police work, and patterns and issues of community and police relationships. (3 hrs lec)

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu

CRMJ 1100Emergency Management3

This course will examine the major categories of hazards, including meteorological and hydrological hazards, geological hazards, and manmade hazards. Understand the practice and politics of mitigation policy at the federal, state, and local government levels will be present as well. Assessing risk and vulnerability and identify hazards are key for the student to learn. (3 hrs lec)

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu

CRMJ 1101Criminal Justice First Year Seminar3

The Criminal Justice First Year Seminar course applies a “seminar-style” teaching to a learning community setting that is focused around a degree and career in Criminal Justice. This three-credit course is open to first year students. The course provides an intellectual and social transition to the college under the guidance of faculty/staff instructors in a small classroom environment of 15 or fewer students. The course encourages students to actively participate in their learning through critical inquiry; listening and contributing to class discussion; the class is designed to assist the student in developing skills that will help the student succeed in college and their chosen career field.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu

CRMJ 1201Introduction to Conservation Law Enforcement3

This course introduces the student to the foundations of the profession of conservation law enforcement and its status in the 21 st century. Topics include the essentials of the CLE profession, which spans traditional law enforcement, wildlife and environmental law enforcement, and park and recreational law enforcement. It also covers the law enforcement interface with natural resource management, information and education, and public and community relations services required of 21 st century CLE professionals. (3 hrs lec)

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu

CRMJ 1700Firearms I3

This course will emphasize the principles and practices of safe firearms handling techniques and basic marksmanship fundamentals. The students will also be drilled on the effective methods of drawing and presenting the weapon in emergency situations. Enrollment is limited to majors in criminal justice except by permission of the instructor.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 1001 or CRMJ 1201 , consent of instructor, and 18 years of age or older. (2 hr lec, 2 hrs lab)

CRMJ 1710Firearms II3

This course will continue from skills developed in Firearms I including constitutional requirements, laws, and policies regulating the police use of force and the physiological and psychological effects of Use of Force in policing. The student will continue the use of pistol, OC spray, Taser, and be introduced to Less than Lethal Bean Bag/Shotgun and M4 Rifle in the VirTra 300LE Simulator.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Completion of CRMJ 1700 with a “C” or better, consent of instructor, and 18 years of age or older. (2 hr lec 2 hr lab)

CRMJ 2130Criminal Investigations3

An overview and examination of basic criminal investigation techniques, procedures, and methods. Topics include the theory of criminal investigation, information gathering and analysis, the collection and preservation of evidence, and investigation strategies and techniques.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 1201 and CRMJ 1001 . (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 2201Environmental Law3

This course covers the legal framework of environmental protection and natural resource management law as they have evolved in the United States. Administrative law, judicial review, and the public trust doctrine are foundational legal concepts of federal environmental and natural resource policy and law. Topics include laws associated with environmental impact assessment, air and water pollution control, water resources, wetlands, fish and wildlife, endangered species, and federal land management policies.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Take CRMJ 1201 Introduction to Conservation Law Enforcement, CRMJ 2210 Criminal Law, or consent of instructor. (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 2210Criminal Law3

A survey of the fundamental principles of American substantive criminal law. Topics include the nature and origin of criminal law, Constitutional limitations, criminal liability, criminal defenses and excuses, and exploration into the elements of criminal offenses. (3 hrs lec)

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu

CRMJ 2230Law of Evidence3

This course overviews basic evidentiary rules and procedures. Topics include different types of evidence, the burden and standard of proof needed in criminal and civil court, hearsay evidence, privilege of witnesses, the right to silence, admissions and confessions, search and seizure, and improperly obtained evidence.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 2210 . (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 2350Introduction to Corrections3

This course is a general overview of the historical origin of America’s correctional system. Students will be familiarized with the formal structure, organization, and operation of our correctional systems as well as introduced to aspects of community- based corrections.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: CRMJ 1001 or CRMJ 2400 / SOC 2400 . (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 2400Criminology3

Introduction to the field of criminology describing the nature and extent of crime in the United States. Topics include theories on crime causation, classifications of crime, collection of crime statistics, and the Criminal Justice System’s response to controlling crime. Credit cannot be earned in both CRMJ 2400 and SOC 2400 .

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: SOC 1000 . (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 2450Ethics in Criminal Justice3

This course presents the three major ethical schools of thought (virtue, formalism, and utilitarianism) in a clear way that emphasizes how ethics impacts individual decision-making. This course explains the continuing role of ethics in contemporary criminal justice including police, courts, corrections, and individual liability and responsibility in general. (3 hrs lec)

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu

CRMJ 2465Research in Criminal Justice3

This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the application of research methods used in criminology. The focus will be on interpretation and application of research findings, topics will include data collection, survey design, dataset usage, historical analyses, qualitative and quantitative analysis. Students will learn how to apply and interpret research finds based on real examples in criminological studies. (3 lec hrs)

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu

CRMJ 3230Introduction to Forensic Anthropology4

This course introduces students to the practice of forensic anthropology. Topics covered include skeletal biology, disease and trauma that can be seen on bone, methods used by forensic anthropologists, and the ethical concerns that arise when working with human remains.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: ANTH 1100 or consent of instructor (3 hrs lec, 1 hr lab)

CRMJ 3400Deviant Behavior3

This course will examine conflicting and standard definitions of deviance, how definitions change over time, major theories of deviance, and a wide range of behaviors, both criminal and non-criminal, which sociologists identify as deviant. Finally, students will explore how globalization and technology have led to the emergence of new variants of deviance in the United States and around the world.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Accepted to the BAS degree and SOC 1000 . (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 3450Serial Killers and Mass Murderers3

This course will examine the historical emergence of multicide crimes, different types of multicide, typologies of multicide murderers, the elements of serial and mass murder, myths versus facts of serial murder, and the major theories exploring the causes of multicide. Finally, this course will explore several case studies of high-profile killers guilty of serial and mass murder.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Accepted to BAS degree. (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 3490Issues in Policing3

This course will offer students fresh perspectives and the latest research on current trends impacting the criminal justice system and policing. Some of the topics explored include the emergence of the police, styles of policing, police culture, police misconduct, use of force, technology in policing, citizen review boards. Minority policing, and recent developments in criminal justice reforms.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BAS program. (3hrs lec)

CRMJ 3500Drugs and the Criminal Justice System3

Focus on drugs and their impact on society. Particular interest is paid to the extent of drug use/abuse in America, drug classifications, detection and enforcement strategies, and the effects of this problem on the criminal justice system as a whole. Strategies for controlling both supply and demand are discussed.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Take CRMJ 1001, CRMJ 2210, and CRMJ 2400/SOC 2400, or instructor permission. 3 hrs lec

CRMJ 3550Homeland Security & Emergency Management3

The study of Homeland Security provides students with a comprehensive introduction to U.S. homeland security in the modern world, with a focus on the post-September 11, 2001, era. Examination of the theories, agency missions, laws, and regulations governing the homeland security enterprise through the lens of threat scenarios and countermeasures related to terrorism, natural disasters, emergency management, cyber security, and much more. Students will also explore FEMA and preparedness planning.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BAS program. (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 3600Communication & Technology in Criminal Justice3

This course prepares students to write clear, accurate, and grammatically correct police reports, evidence and laboratory documents, arrest and search warrants, depositions, statements, and other official law enforcement documents. Methods of communication such as note-taking and interviewing mechanics will be addressed along with preparing for court testimony. Finally, this class will examine the latest technologies used by criminal justice practitioners in the field.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BAS program and successful completion of CRMJ 1001 - Introduction to Criminal Justice . (3hrs lec)

CRMJ 3630Interview and Interrogation3

This course will cover the entire sequence of events that occur during the interview and interrogation process. Students will learn the accepted practice and protocols of legal interrogation in moving cases from a preliminary accusation to the ultimate goal of obtaining a confession.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BAS program. (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 3685Advanced Research Methods in Criminal Justice3

This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the application of research methods used in criminal justice, with a focus on interpretation. Students will explore topics on data collection, methods of data collection, dataset usage, historical analyses, and qualitative and quantitative analyses. Students will learn how to apply and interpret research findings based on real examples in criminological studies.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BAS program. (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 4130Leadership and Management in Criminal Justice3

This course provides a description, analysis, solution, and syntheses of contemporary management problems in a criminal justice organization. This course provides students with an understanding of the day-to-day problems and major issues that criminal justice administrators routinely encounter, along with solutions to manage those problems/issues. Additionally, the study of operational systems and analysis of the role of supervisors and managers within criminal justice agencies will be addressed.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BAS program. (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 4200Ethics in Administration of Justice3

This course presents the three major ethical schools of thought (virtue, formalism, and utilitarianism) in a clear way that emphasizes how ethics impacts individual decision-making. Extensive critical-thinking exercises will help students develop ethical-reasoning skills. Ethical decision-making and criminal justice decision-making are integrated in a systematic way, illustrating the fundamental connection between ethics and criminal justice.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Acceptance the BAS program. (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 4270Organized Crime and Gangs3

This course provides students with a viable definition of organized crime, a historical overview from the 18th century to present, and the major theories behind why people become involved in organized crime. Topics include the development of organized crime in the northeast and its westward migration along with nontraditional organized crime. This course covers organized crime from the street-level to large international criminal enterprises.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BAS program. (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 4370Criminal Psychopathology3

This course provides an overview of current theories and empirical evidence concerning the relationship between psychological disorder and criminal behavior. The class examines various clinical syndromes and their role in biological, social, and psychological genesis of crime, as well as the concept of criminal responsibility.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs.
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BAS program and successful completion of PSYC 1000 - General Psychology . (3 hrs. lec)

CRMJ 4705Terrorism3

This class covers the topic of terrorism, both domestic and international. Terrorism is the use of violence and destruction against a government or people in order to achieve a goal. A better understanding of terrorism allows for better preparation before terror occurs and a better response after a terror attack. Students will also learn about incident command systems that are used during and after terror attacks.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BAS program and completion of CRMJ 1001 Introduction to Criminal Justice . (3 hrs lec)

CRMJ 4800Victimology3

This course will examine various issues involved in victimology including: the extent of victimization in the United States, victimization theories, controversies over shared responsibility, violent and property crime victims, intimate versus stranger violence, child and family violence, rape and sexual assault, and other additional groups of victims and the criminal justice system’s response to victimization and restorative justice.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BAS program and completion of SOC 1000 Sociological Principles or CRMJ 1001 Introduction to Criminal Justice . (3hrs lec)

CRMJ 4950Criminal Justice Senior Seminar3

In this class students will utilize the skills and education they have gained over the past several years to complete a capstone project for their degree. Students will complete research on a topic related to criminal justice of their choice to conduct an extensive and in-depth research project. This project will require completion of a final paper and oral presentation on their selected topic.

Subject: CRMJ
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: hrs
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 College Catalog
Source: catalog.nwc.edu
Prerequisite: Completion of CRMJ 3685 Advanced Research Methods in Criminal Justice (3 hrs lec)

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