Department of Criminology,
Sociology, & Geography |
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| Criminology
Courses |
Introduction
to Criminal Justice (CRIM 1023) The introductory survey course
in criminology,
dealing with the main components
of the criminal justice system
including the police,
courts, and corrections, as well
as issues and procedures pertinent
to the operation of
these components. (This
course is a prerequisite for
CRIM 4103).
Community
Relations in the Administration
of Justice (CRIM 2043) Provides an
understanding of the complex factors in human relations. The philosophy of law
enforcement is examined with the emphasis on the social forces which create social
change and disturbance.
Criminal Investigation (CRIM2253) Includes fundamentals and theory of an investigation,
conduct at crime scenes, collection and presentation of physical evidence, and
methods used in the police service laboratory.
Criminal Evidence and Procedure (CRIM 2263) Rules of Evidence of import at the
operational level in law enforcement and criminal procedures, personal conduct
of the officer as a witness, examination of safeguarding personal constitutional
liberties.
Institutional Corrections (CRIM 3183) An examination of the context, structure,
and dynamics
of local, state, and federal criminal confinement facilities.
Community Corrections (CRIM 3193) An examination of noninstitutional correctional
agencies and techniques including probation, parole, diversion, pre-trial release,
community service, restitution, halfway house, and similar programs.
Police and Society (CRIM 3223) Explores the relationship of the police to courts,
probation, community corrections, institutional corrections, and parole. Also
explores the relationship between police and other social institutions and the
philosophy of police as an agent of social control.
Criminology (CRIM 3263) Sociological patterns of crime and criminals, with emphasis
on causes, effects, and prevention.
Juvenile Delinquency (CRIM 3323) Causative factors in home, school, and community;
extent of the problem; and methods of prevention and treatment.
Criminal Justice Systems (CRIM 4103) General functions of the individual agencies
and the duties and responsibilities of the individuals who perform these functions.
(Prerequisite: CRIM 1023)
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| Famous
Criminology Majors |
Isiah
L. Thomas, III – NBA
Hall of Famer, Graduate of Indiana
University with a B.A. in Criminal
Justice
Played for the Detroit
Pistons, and is currently the
head coach and president for
basketball operations for the
New York Knicks. |
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