Courses - Winter 2026
CCJS100
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Introduction to the administration of criminal justice in a democratic society, with emphasis on the theoretical and historical development of law enforcement. The principles of organization and administration for law enforcement; functions and specific activities; planning and research; public relations; personnel and training; inspection and control; direction; policy formulation.
CCJS105
Introduction to Criminology
Criminal behavior and the methods of its study; causation; typologies of criminal acts and offenders; punishment, correction and incapacitation; prevention of crime.
CCJS225
What are the dimensions of violence in the United States and worldwide, and how has humanity responded to violence? Conflict is unfortunately resolved through violence in a number of settings. It ranges from interpersonal to international in its scope. This course investigates the strengths and weaknesses of a number of resolutions to reducing violence over the course of history using both state centered and informal control.
CCJS325
Slavery in the Twenty First Century: Combating Human Trafficking
What is human trafficking and how do we stop it? An introduction to the trafficking of human beings in its historical, legal, economic, political and social contexts. Scope of the global problem, different forms of human trafficking, and regional trends and practices. Roles of government, the international community and individual actors. Strategies to combat trafficking.
CCJS342
Corrections
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Prerequisite: CCJS100.
Restriction: Must be in a major within the BSOS-Criminology & Criminal Justice department.
Credit only granted for: CCJS342 or CCJS452.
Examination of the American correctional system. Identification of historical and contemporary themes, issues, and trends. Evaluation of correctional policies, practices and research.
Please note, for Winter Term, restrictions will not apply.
CCJS359
Field Training in Criminology and Corrections
Credits:
1 - 6
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Prerequisites: (CCJS 105 or CRIM 220) and (CCJS 350 or CRIM 450), majors only and permission of department.
CCJS398
Law Enforcement Field Training
Credits:
1 - 6
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Prerequisite: junior standing. Majors only.
CCJS418O
Seminar in Criminology and Criminal Justice; Program Evaluation in Criminal Justice
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Prerequisite: CCJS100, CCJS105, and CCJS300
CCJS454
Contemporary Criminological Theory
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Prerequisite: CCJS300 and CCJS105.
Examination of the main theoretical accounts that explain the underlying causes of criminal behaviors. Explore how individual choices, socialization experiences, biological factors and social structure affect criminal behaviors.
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