| CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CRJU) (DESCRIPTIONS AND PREREQUISITES) |
| CRJU 101 |
Introduction to Criminal Justice |
3 CR |
| The processes, institutions, and administration of criminal justice in the United States. The crime problem and criminal law; law enforcement, criminal prosecution, bail, diversion, the jury trial, and sentencing; the correctional system including probation, prisons, inmates’ rights and parole; introduction to the juvenile justice process will be examined. |
| CRJU 104 |
Introduction to Corrections |
3 CR |
| The historical development and philosophy of corrections; the development of corrections in the United States; current reforms and approaches in modern corrections including the concepts of probation, parole, minimum security, maximum security, and the work of related social agencies will be examined. |
| CRJU 105 |
Institutional Corrections |
3 CR |
| A survey of the history and philosophy of correctional institutions focusing on the use of imprisonment as a mechanism of social control, custody versus treatment, rights of prisoners, prison and jail management, institutional training programs, examination of contemporary correctional institutions, penological and criminological theory, prison and jail architecture, and prisoner society. |
| CRJU 106 |
Correctional Law |
3 CR |
| Survey of substantive and procedural correctional law including sentencing, probation, parole, imprisonment, fines and restitutions, and prisoner’s rights. Students will analyze the complex legal issues concerning American corrections. |
| CRJU 107 |
Client Growth and Development |
3 CR |
| An analysis of the correctional client. Specific attention will be directed to the comparison of normal and criminal behaviors; etiologies of delinquent and criminal offenders; identification of mentally disordered, substance and sexual abusers, and predatory and property offenders. Correctional institutional and community-based intervention strategies, referral agencies, and treatment programs will be identified and evaluated. |
| CRJU 108 |
Client Relations in Corrections |
4 CR |
| A study of social and psychological factors and processes in criminal behavior including the social concepts of culture, socialization, attitude formation, personal and group alienation, discrimination, and affirmative action programs. Specific attention will be directed to the effect of these social concepts on race and ethnic groups and various methods by which correctional officers may promote diplomacy and conflict resolution. Topics both directly and indirectly related to effective client relations, such as stress management; health and wellness; effective communication strategies; professional behavioral standards; and effectvie and objective documentation, will also be explored. |
| CRJU 110 |
Physical Training for Law Enforcement Personnel |
3 CR |
| Valid passing score on MCOLES Pre-Employment Fitness Test required for registration. This course is designed to teach students the information and skills necessary to stay fit for duty and fit for life. The course content includes fitness and wellness concepts to provide a healthy lifestyle. Students will participate in a variety of activities designed to improve the cardiovascular system, muscular strength, and flexibility. [8-40-48] |
| CRJU 200 |
Police Operations I |
4 CR |
| An orientation to law enforcement and patrol procedures. Areas examined are basic patrol operations and techniques; ethics in policing and interpersonal relations; domestic violence response procedures; and cultural diversity. |
| CRJU 201 |
Criminal Investigation |
3 CR |
| This course will provide instruction in the techniques of discovering, collecting, recording, processing, and preserving evidence. Included will be instruction on evidentiary considerations in the investigative functions, preliminary investigation techniques, witness interviewing, death investigation, suspect identification procedures, crime scene research, recording the crime scene, collection and preservation of evidence, fingerprinting, child abuse and sexual assault investigation, narcotics investigation, utilizing informants, surveillance techniques, and special tactical operations. Lab Fee |
| CRJU 202 |
Criminal Law |
3 CR |
| The study of substantive criminal law as a means of defining and preserving social order. Sources of criminal law; classification crimes against persons, property, and public welfare; principles of criminal liability; elements necessary to establish crime and criminal intent; specific crimes and defenses; and constitutional limitations are examined. |
| CRJU 203 |
Crime and Delinquency |
3 CR |
| The legal and philosophical basis of the juvenile justice process, the measurement of crime and delinquency, theories of crime and delinquency causation, principle and legal issues pertaining to processing delinquents, as well as control and preventive measures are examined. |
| CRJU 204 |
Criminal Procedures |
3 CR |
| A study of the administration of criminal justice; the nature and scope of police power; the concept of exclusion; laws of arrest, search, seizure, and interrogation; the acquisition of evidence; and judicial protection of the accused will be evaluated. |
| CRJU 205 |
Traffic Control |
4 CR |
| A study of the traffic problems, regulations and enforcement, traffic laws, auto theft, OUIL enforcement, and accident investigation procedures. Primary attention will be focused upon the use and implementation of the Michigan Vehicle Code. |
| CRJU 206 |
Crime Prevention |
3 CR |
| A study of criminological and environmental theories and methods of crime prevention and offense reduction. Concepts involved in eliminating criminal acts by removing the probabilities of reward. Methods of reducing the opportunities for crime through improved public awareness and increased public security. |
| CRJU 207 |
PPCT Defensive Tactics |
4 CR |
| Skills in pressure point control techniques, use of non-lethal weapons, and police defensive tactics will be developed. Appropriate de-escalation/escalation of force tactics will receive major attention. [0-64-64] |
| CRJU 208 |
Police Operations II |
3 CR |
| Police field operations and officer responsibilities in several areas will be examined. Included topics of study are report writing; juvenile offenders; building searches; prisoner care and treatment; emergency preparedness; explosive devices; and civil disorders. |
| CRJU 210 |
Criminal Justice Practicum |
3 CR |
| Prerequisites: sophomore standing and coordinator approval. The course is designed to broaden the educational experiences of the student through directed work and observational assignment in selected criminal justice agencies. The course will correlate theoretical knowledge with practical experience. A total of 16 hours of classroom contact and 96 hours of fieldwork will be required. [16-96-112] |
| CRJU 211 |
Criminal Justice Practicum |
3 CR |
| Prerequisites: CRJU 210 and coordinator approval. A continuation of CRJU 210. [16-96-112] |
| CRJU 212 |
Emergency Vehicle of Operations |
3 CR |
| Prerequisite: coordinator approval. This course is designed to teach students the information and skills necessary to safely operate a vehicle, conduct vehicle stops, and appropriately control vehicle occupants. Emphasis will be placed on legal and liability issues, policies and procedures, and vehicle dynamics. Students will demonstrate their driving and decision-making skills in realistic situations. [8-40-48] Lab Fee |
| CRJU 213 |
Firearms Training |
4 CR |
| Prerequisite: coordinator approval. This course will emphasize the skill development and legal applications of firearms as a law enforcement function. Participants will be required to successfully complete the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards firearms course of fire. [16-56-72] Lab Fee |
| CRJU 220 |
Management Principles for Criminal Justice Supervisors |
3 CR |
| An analysis of the principles of management as they apply to public service agencies. Management by objectives, leadership styles, motivational techniques, communications, and management control systems will receive major emphasis. Individual and group involvement in exercises using case problems, group discussions, role playing, and simulation exercises will be utilized. |
| CRJU 221 |
Ethical Problem Solving in Policing |
3 CR |
| This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of problem-solving theories and practices. It will examine the concept and basic principles of community policing, analyze the problem-oriented policing model, and examine the most commonly used problem-solving processes. Students will examine and clarify their personal beliefs and values and will apply the law enforcement code of ethics in situational examples. |
| CRJU 222 |
Reserve Officer Training |
3 CR |
| A 48-hour course designed to prepare police reserves and posse members for their responsibilities. Included will be topics on criminal law and procedure; juvenile law; criminal investigation; cultural diversity and the police response; civil and family dispute mediation; field note taking and report writing; interview and interrogation; narcotics investigation; patrol techniques; responding to crimes in progress; traffic stops, direction, and control; defensive tactics; handcuffing techniques; interpersonal skills; prisoner care and treatment; and firearms familiarity. |
| CRJU 298 |
Special Issues in the Administration of Justice |
1-6 CR |
| The examination of critical issues and specific topics related to the criminal justice process. Sample topics include the discovery of crime, police service functions, police community relations, enforcement against organized crime, processing the drug addict, inmate rights and remedies, recent court decisions, experimental sentencing, and parole procedures. |
| CRJU 299 |
COLES Objectives Review |
1 CR |
| Prerequisite: successful completion of all other criminal justice course requirements. In preparation for the state certification exam, the student will review and study objectives as promulgated by the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards. Résumé development and interviewing skills will also be presented. |
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