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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 261
CJC 132 Court Procedure & Evidence (3-0-3)
This course covers judicial structure/process/procedure from incident to disposition, kinds and degrees of evidence, and the rules governing admissibility of evidence in court. Topics include consideration of state and federal courts, arrest, search and seizure laws, exclusionary and statutory rules of evidence, and other related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss procedures necessary to establish a lawful arrest/search, proper judicial procedures, and the admissibility of evidence.
CJC 141 Corrections (3-0-3)
This course covers the history, major philosophies, components, and current practices and problems of the eld of corrections. Topics include historical evolution, functions of the various components, alternatives to incarceration, treatment programs, inmate control, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the various com- ponents, processes, and functions of the correctional system. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
CJC 151 Introduction to Loss Prevention (3-0-3)
This course introduces the concepts and methods related to commercial and private security systems. Topics include the historical, philosophical, and legal basis of security, with emphasis on security surveys, risk analysis, and associated functions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate and understand security systems, risk management, and the laws relative to loss prevention.
CJC 160 Terrorism: Underlying Issues (3-0-3)
This course identi es the fundamental reasons why America is a target for terrorists, cover- ing various domestic/international terrorist groups and ideologies from a historical aspect. Emphasis is placed upon recognition of terrorist crime scene; weapons of mass destruction; chemical, biological, and nuclear terrorism; and planning considerations involving threat as- sessments. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss the methods used in terrorists’ activities and complete a threat assessment for terrorists’ incidents.
CJC 212 Ethics & Community Relations (3-0-3)
This course covers ethical considerations and accepted standards applicable to criminal justice organizations and professionals. Topics include ethical systems; social change, values, and norms; cultural diversity; citizen involvement in criminal justice issues; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical considerations to the decision-making process in identi able criminal justice situations.
CJC 213 Substance Abuse (3-0-3)
This course is a study of substance abuse in our society. Topics include the history and classi cations of drug abuse and the social, physical, and psychological impact of drug abuse. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various types of drugs, their effects on human behavior and society, and treatment modalities.
CJC 214 Victimology (3-0-3)
This course introduces the study of victims. Emphasis is placed on roles/characteristics of victims, victim interaction with the criminal justice system and society, current victim assis- tance programs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and identify victims, the uniqueness of victims’ roles, and current victim assistance programs.
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