This introductory course examines the nature, demographics, and impact of crime in the United States. Using a scientific approach, students will analyze the theoretical causation of criminal activity. Explore legal and political implications of crime prevention and control.
Pre-Requisites
There are no Pre-Requisites
Classes
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Criminology (62671)
Hybrid
New Richmond
8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
Days & Times:
Mon: 8:30 AM - 11:20 AM
Dates:
8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
Facility:
1312 ITV Lab New Richmond
Instructor:
Adele Richie
Days & Times:
Mon: 8:30 AM - 11:20 AM
Dates:
8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
Facility:
Scheduled Online Class Hours
Instructor:
Adele Richie
Tuition:
$482.60
Status:
Closed
Seats Available:
N/A
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Criminology (62669)
Online
Online
8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
Days & Times:
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
Facility:
ONLINE
Instructor:
Adele Richie
Tuition:
$482.60
Status:
Closed
Seats Available:
N/A
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Criminology (62672)
Hybrid
Rice Lake
8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
Days & Times:
Mon: 12:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Dates:
8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
Facility:
180 Criminal Justice Studies
Instructor:
Adele Richie
Days & Times:
Mon: 12:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Dates:
8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
Facility:
Scheduled Online Class Hours
Instructor:
Adele Richie
Tuition:
$482.60
Status:
Closed
Seats Available:
N/A
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Criminology (62674)
Hybrid
Superior
8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
Days & Times:
Mon: 12:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Dates:
8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
Facility:
115A ITV Lab Superior
Instructor:
Adele Richie
Days & Times:
Mon: 12:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Dates:
8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
Facility:
Scheduled Online Class Hours
Instructor:
Adele Richie
Tuition:
$482.60
Status:
Closed
Seats Available:
N/A
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Probation/Parole
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504146
Explore the function, duties, and role of probation and parole. Learn the types of offenses, sentencing process, presentence investigation, revocation procedures, transitioning, and alternatives to incarceration. Identify and implement classification and assessment tools proved to be effective in evidence based practice.
Online
Spring 2025
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Courts/Jurisdiction
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504161
This introductory course explores the development of the American judicial system. Students will examine the operational procedures of the federal, state, municipal, and specialized court systems as they impact law enforcement and/or corrections.
Offered Collegewide
Fall 2024
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Criminal Justice - Introduction
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504163
Students will explore the evolution of criminal justice systems, including courts, corrections, and law enforcement. Understand career pathways within the criminal justice system, including roles, functions, and professionalism.
Offered Collegewide
Fall 2024
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Introduction to Criminal Law
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504164
Identify basic concepts of criminal law. Students will explore the elements of various crimes against persons, property and crimes involving drugs, alcohol, or other criminal activity. Understand the diverse sentence structures in the criminal justice system.
Offered Collegewide
Spring 2025
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Communication Strategies
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504165
Students will learn about the communication process and techniques used to make them effective, professional communicators. Verbal and nonverbal communication strategies will be incorporated for a variety of situations and populations. Professional communication skills, including Motivational Interviewing (MI), interviewing, and interrogation techniques will be emphasized.
Offered Collegewide
Spring 2025
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Policing Strategies
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504167
Students will learn various policing strategies. Emphasis will be placed on community policing philosophies and problem solving using community resources. Understand how to identify and develop partnerships in the community to promote positive community relationships.
Offered Collegewide
Spring 2025
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Wellness
Undergraduate | 2 Credits
CATALOG #10504168
Understand how to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including stress management and relaxation, weight control, effective sleep, minimization of alcohol and tobacco use, financial stability, and spirituality. Recognize factors contributing to suicide within the criminal justice profession.
Offered Collegewide
Spring 2025
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Criminal Justice Due Process
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504169
Learn key concepts and principles of due process and constitutional law. the U.S. Constitution, particularly the Bill of Rights, will be analyzed as it applies to the criminal justice professionals. Legal precedent setting cases and state law will be reviewed.
Offered Collegewide
Fall 2024
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Criminal Justice Investigations
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504173
Gain general knowledge of investigative strategies and techniques. Learn basic information on identifying, processing and preserving various types of evidence, and processing crime scenes. Interview and interrogation techniques will be practiced within legal guidelines of Miranda.
Offered Collegewide
Fall 2024
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Correctional Institutions
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504174
Students will study the evolution of punishment, jails, and prisons. Emphasis will be given to institutional subgroups, evidence based practice and rehabilitative institutional programs and services.
Online
Fall 2024
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Juvenile Justice System
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504175
Compare and contrast the juvenile and adult justice systems. The historical aspect of the juvenile system will be studies and compared to the modern day system. Juvenile sanctions and dispositions, including rehabilitation and therapy, will be discussed. Laws covering child maltreatment and children in need of protection services will be recognized.
Offered Collegewide
Fall 2024
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Criminal Justice Ethics
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504176
This course explores the ethical, legal, and criminal justice professional issues. It is designed to teach a process of ethical decision-making and to increase awareness of the complexities in the criminal justice system for criminal justice professionals.
Offered Collegewide
Fall 2024
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Traffic Law Enforcement
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504177
Gain basic knowledge of Wisconsin traffic laws. General skills of detecting traffic violations, issuing traffic citations, directing traffic and crash investigation will be gained. Identify responsibilities of a first responding officer, how to manage the response to a scene, and take necessary steps to enable effective follow-up as needed.
Offered Collegewide
Spring 2025
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Criminal Justice Report Writing
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #10504181
Learn basic requirements, guidelines, and skills for proper and professional written documentation of activities in a criminal justice setting. The student will explain the context of report writing, take effective field notes, organize information in reports, write narratives, and describe what information should/should not be included in certain types of reports.
Offered Collegewide
Spring 2025
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Criminal Justice Capstone
Undergraduate | 2 Credits
CATALOG #10504183
This course is the capstone work-based experience for the Criminal Justice Studies program. It is designed to encourage students to think critically and solve challenging problems. Students will design, develop, and perform a project either in an actual work experience or a simulated project. The project will be designed to utilize skills typical of a graduate in the field. Instructor approval is required prior to enrolling in this course. PREREQUISITE: 32 credits of 10504xxx or 10520xxx coursework must be completed.
Offered Collegewide
Fall 2024, Spring 2025