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Nov 27, 2024
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CRMJ 2120 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
This course examines the foundations of the criminal justice system in the United States including the rule of law and causes of crime. It explains law enforcement, courts, and corrections, their goals and processes, and the impact of crime on society.
Credits: 3
General Education Requirement: None
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of CRMJ 2120/POLS 2120 Introduction to Criminal Justice, the student will:
- Discuss the historical development of the police, courts and corrections in the United States.
- Identify the major goals of the criminal justice system and its components.
- Describe the working relationships between local, state and federal agencies of the criminal justice system.
- Discuss the effects of law in the United States and its enforcement, adjudication and punishment within society.
- Identify the major sources of criminal justice data and classification of crimes.
- Assess future trends in law enforcement, adjudication and post-conviction processes.
- Discuss the ethical and liability issues for the Criminal Justice professional.
- Discuss the impact of crime on victims and society.
- Investigate the various functions that law enforcement agencies perform.
Cross-listed: POLS 2120 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
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