Southeast Arkansas College
Course Data: View Criminal Justice Technology

Total Number of Courses = 25

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Transfer
Course Description
CRIM 1213 Juvenile Delinquency and Justice 3 3 0 0 None This course provides an exploration of the sociological nature of juvenile delinquency and how society defines and deals with delinquency. This course explores the theoretical concepts of delinquency and looks at the acts of delinquency, the results of delinquency, the results of delinquent acts, and the victims of juvenile delinquency. Students are also introduced to juvenile justice practices.
CRIM 1223 Latent Fingerprint Development & Classification 3 3 0 0 None This course emphasizes the techniques involved in detection, enhancement and recovery of latent fingerprints from physical evidence. Chemical and mechanical methods will be analyzed and evaluated for proper application in both theory and practice. This course teaches Henry Modified System of Fingerprint Classification and prepares the student for a position as an inked fingerprint examiner.
CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 3 0 0 None The history, development, philosophy, functions, current operations, and future trends of the criminal justice system in a democratic society. Emphasis will be placed on contemporary problems in the definition of law, the enforcement of law, strategies of policing, judicial systems, sentencing strategies, and correctional practices.
CRIM 1323 Arkansas Juvenile Law & Procedures 3 3 0 0 CRIM 1213 Juvenile Delinquency and Justice A study of the procedures and problems involved in dealing with juveniles in the criminal justice system. The course explores the framework of the Arkansas Juvenile Code and federal law as it pertains to juvenile detention, substance abuse, school violence, gang violence, and crimes involving and against juveniles.
CRIM 2112 Crime Scene Safety 2 2 0 0 CRIM 2373 Criminal Investigations I This course covers potential health and safty hazards one will encounter at a crime scene. The course will also introduce the proper protective techniques to minimize risk to self and others. Emergency procedures and state and federal regulations are included.
CRIM 2113 Courtroom Presentation of Scientific Evidence 3 3 0 0 CRIM 2373 Criminal Investigations I This course covers dress, grooming, speaking, listening and stress control during courtroom proceedings. Visual aid preparation and presentations of all evidence (commonly referred to as "scientific evidence") collected at the crime scene are also included. Mock trial exercises will be used.
CRIM 2232 Biological Evidence 2 2 1 0 BIOT 1513 Introduction to Biotechnology and CRIM 2373 Criminal Investigations I This course exposes the students to the forensic value, handling, preservation, testing, and documentation of biological evidence. This course also addresses safety issues involved in handling biological evidence.
CRIM 2243 Crime Scene Photography 3 2 2 0 CRIM 2373 Criminal Investigations I This course includes basic crime scene photography skills including camera operation and exposure control, proficiency in relational photos, and flash control for crime scene and evidentiary documentation. This course also includes videography.
CRIM 2313 The Judicial Process 3 3 0 0 None An introduction to the judicial process, with analysis and evaluation of the main institutions and consideration affecting the administration of justice in the United States. Uses a comparative approach, but emphasizes the American state, local, and federal judicial systems.
CRIM 2323 Probation & Parole 3 3 0 0 None Development, organization, operation and result of systems of probation and parole as substitutions for incarceration; methods of selection, prediction scales, dynamics of parolees readjustment after incarceration, comparison of rules and supervision methods.
CRIM 2333 Introduction to Corrections 3 3 0 0 None A survey of contemporary correctional treatment techniques and procedures, the purpose and functions of correctional institutions, and the history and theory of corrections. Methods of social rehabilitation in treating correctional clients, role of the social worker in a correctional setting, career opportunities in corrections and correctional rehabilitation.
CRIM 2343 Constitutional Law 3 3 0 0 CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice The study of the constitutional law with an emphasis on the criminal aspects of this law. Provides a greater insight into the limitations on the responsibilities and powers of persons serving in criminal justice fields.
CRIM 2353 Criminology 3 3 0 0 CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice Examines the nature and extent of crime in American society, theories of crime causation, and control of criminal behavior.
CRIM 2363 Introduction to Law Enforcement 3 3 0 0 None History, development, and philosophy of law enforcement in a democratic society. Introduction to agencies involved in the administration of criminal justice; theories of crime, punishment, and rehabilitation; career orientation to include ethics, education, and training of professionals.
CRIM 2373 Criminal Investigations I 3 3 0 0 CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice Introduction to the act of investigation. Attention to the importance of information, interrogation, and instrumentation in the solution and preparation of criminal cases for trial. Examination of the rules regarding the admissibility of evidence, specifically as they effect the law enforcement officer in the processes of arrest, force, search, seizure, preservation, custody, and testimony. Review of the Arkansas Code of Criminal Procedure and leading case law on each topic. Survey of general procedures, concepts, and practical application of the mechanics of criminal investigation. Emphasis on elements of crime and fact-finding.
CRIM 2383 Criminal Law 3 3 0 0 CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice or permission of the instructor History and philosophy of modern criminal law, including structure, definition, application of statutes, leading case law, and procdures; elements of crime, penalties and general provisions of the criminal code.
CRIM 2393 Correctional Law & Constitutional Rights of Inmate 3 3 0 0 CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice or permission of the instructor A survey of the basic legal rights of the accused in the criminal process along with the duties and rights of probationers and parolees. Special attention is given to the rights of prisoners and legal duties of the Department of Corrections and its employees. Students will be introduced to the various constitutional rights granted to inmates, including the use of mail, visitation and legal services.
CRIM 2413 Survey of Correctional Institutions 3 3 0 0 CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice or permission of the instructor History and development of programs, theories, and philosophies with emphasis on contemporary correctional institutions and services describing the different types of correctional institutions and agencies involved in the treatment of offenders. Occasional field trips to various correctional institutions will be scheduled.
CRIM 2423 Principles of Police Patrol 3 3 0 0 CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice This course includes principles of police patrol including beat patrol, preliminary investigation, and crimes in progress, report writing and field note taking. Examines police operations, including patrol, traffic, and special operations. Manpower distribution, analysis of operations, and enforcement policy are stressed.
CRIM 2433 Law Enforcement Administration & Management 3 3 0 0 CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice Introduces the basic principals of police administration and management as applied to the police function. Emphasis on organizational structure, management processes, and identifying the police role in staff functions. Examine the evolution of police management concepts, theories, and practices as well as on contemporary issues and approaches. A blend of old and new ideas in regard to motivation, leadership, and evaluations are presented to illustrate current issues in police management.
CRIM 2443 Law Enforcement & Corrections Technology 3 3 0 0 COMP 1123 Introduction to Computers or instructor consent A computer-based course that provides the student with an opportunity to work with equipment and programs currently available to Law Enforcement and Corrections. The course looks at modern technological advances in the field and discusses the legal aspects of their use. Students will have an opportunity to work with several types of computer programs and to see how other types of technology are employed.
CRIM 2453 Issues in Criminal Justice 3 3 0 0 None Allows the student to explore current and significant issues in the field of criminal justice. Seminar style classes permit instructors to offer a variety of topics as needed. This course is offered to all interested students. It is not intended for transfer.
CRIM 2463 Private Security & Investigations 3 3 0 0 CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice This course is designed to prepare the student for state certification in the areas of private security and private investigation.
CRIM 2473 Criminal Investigations II (Criminalistics) 3 2 2 0 CRIM 2373 Criminal Investigations I A lab structured hands-on approach to crime scene management, evidence collection, processing, analysis, and court presentation.
CRIM 2483 International Aspects of Law Enforcement 3 3 0 0 CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice This course explores the concepts of global crime, its effect on the United States and how various agencies interact to deal with it. Of particular focus are terrorism, international criminal organizations, and cyber-crime.