• CJ 3270: Criminology

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Focuses on theories and research of crime causation, using a variety of criminological theories to analyze biological, psychological, and social factors that have been shown to contribute to criminal behavior. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Outline the major criminological theories that have been developed to describe the root causes of criminality. 2. Define the causal arguments outlined by these fundamental theories. 3. Compare and contrast varying theoretical frameworks. 4. Connect real, diverse facts to criminological theories. 5. Use criminological theory and crime trends to address criminal behavior within certain contexts. Prerequisite: ENGL 2010 (Grade C or higher) or ENGL 2010A (Grade C or higher). FA, SP
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• CJ 3300: Research Methods in Criminology and Criminal Justice

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Emphasizes the practical application of basic research practices to tests of criminological theory as well as law enforcement and corrections problems. Students gain the knowledge necessary to interpret pertinent research in their area of interest. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Examine the link between theory and research. 2. Outline, describe, and apply various techniques of collecting, analyzing, and presenting data and research. 3. Demonstrate advanced inductive and deductive reasoning skills. 4. Apply appropriate written and verbal communication. Prerequisites: CJ 1010 (Grade C- or higher) OR SOC 1010 (Grade C- or higher) AND MATH 1040 (Grade C- or higher). FA, SP
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• CJ 3310: Victimology

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  This course serves as an in-depth study into both scholarly and applied fields of victimology. Topics related to crime victimization typology, research methods, theoretical perspectives, and victims' experiences within the criminal justice system are discussed throughout the semester. Consult course schedule for rotation. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Exhibit adequate knowledge regarding victimology and any other topics outlined in the text and supplemental readings. 2. Apply victimological knowledge to real-life experiences. Prerequisites: CJ 3270 (Can be concurrently enrolled).
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• CJ 3320: Criminal Procedure

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Examines procedural requirements for judicial processing of criminal offenders, including the rights of the accused, general court procedures, trial preparation, and principal constitutional law as applicable to criminal justice practitioners. Offered based on sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define the major components of the judicial system and the fundamental processes that take place therein. 2. List the various facets of criminal procedure in the United States. 3. Identify the responsibilities and challenges faced by professionals working in the judicial system. 4. Discuss various legal statutes that affect criminal procedure. Prerequisite: CJ 3270 (can be concurrently enrolled).
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• CJ 3350: American Jails and Prisons

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Examines the American penal system with particular emphasis on history, management, operations, focusing on the contemporary, adult prison with a particular emphasis upon contemporary problems, issues, and dilemmas. Diversity topics such as integration of the prison work force by women and minorities as well as the problems of elderly, women, and minority inmates will be examined. Offered based on sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze the major components of the penal system and the fundamental processes that take place therein. 2. Examine the strengths and weaknesses of the system of corrections in the United States. 3. Identify the responsibilities and challenges faced by professionals working in corrections. 4. Enhance and further their critical thinking skills. Prerequisite: CJ 3270 (can be concurrently enrolled).
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• CJ 3400: Drugs and Crime

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Explains the international aspect of the growth, production and distribution of controlled dangerous substances, including the manufacture, cultivation, and distribution of controlled dangerous substances in the United States as well as strategies that have been used to combat the problem. Offered based on sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify the various facets of drug policy in the United States. 2. Apply such knowledge to real-life experiences and occurrences. 3. Offer insightful critiques concerning the theory and practice of drug policy and enforcement in both the past and present. 4. Improve written and verbal communication skills. Prerequisite: CJ 3270 (can be concurrently enrolled).
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• CJ 3450: Community Policing

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  This course examines key aspects of community-oriented policing and problem-solving policing. Particular emphasis is placed on the history and philosophy of community-policing, partnerships between police and the communities they serve, and problem-solving and crime prevention using current methods and tools. Consult course schedule for rotation. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Have knowledge of community oriented policing and problem-solving, especially the SARA problem-solving model. 2. Apply understanding of problem-solving to crime and disorder problems that police face. Prerequisites: CJ 3270 (Can be concurrently enrolled).
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• CJ 3500: White Collar Crime

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Examines white collar crime, specifically exploring the definitions of white collar crime and how it is prosecuted. Describes the theories used to best understand participation in this type of criminal behavior. Addresses the punitive measures implemented in white collar cases and ethical issues surrounding these measures. Offered based on sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify the various types of white collar crime. 2. Offer insightful critiques concerning the theory and practice of criminal justice intervention in instances of white collar crime. 3. Connect criminological theories to white collar crime. 4. Improve written and verbal communication skills. Prerequisite: CJ 3270 (can be concurrently enrolled).
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• CJ 3550: Crime, Media, and Culture

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  This class concerns the representations of crime and the criminal justice system in the media. Television, film, news organizations, music, and electronic/internet media intersects with crime and the criminal justice system in a number of important ways. The point of this course is to examine how the media represents, distorts, and/or filters crime and justice issues. We will explore the impact the media has on public perceptions of crime and society, criminals, and the criminal justice system. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze the impact of media on the perception of crime. 2. Critique media sources coverage of crime regardless of students' own personal opinions. 3. Enhance and further their critical thinking skills. 4. Improve written and verbal communication skills. Prerequisites: CJ 3270 (Grade C- or higher) (can be concurrently enrolled).
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• CJ 3600: The Criminal-Life Course

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Covers developmental trajectories of criminal behavior, beginning with the question, "what are the origins of delinquency?" Breaks into three sections: 1) The nature vs. nurture debate, 2) Investigates persistence and desistance of criminal behavior from childhood through adolescence (framed by the social psychological factors influencing crime), and 3) Examines criminal careers of people who persist in crime through adulthood. Offered based on sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Outline the life-course perspective of criminological theory. 2. Identify key aspects of development that affect participation in criminal behavior. 3. Apply such knowledge to real-life experiences and occurrences. 4. Improve written and verbal communication skills. Prerequisite: CJ 3270 (can be concurrently enrolled).
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