2010-2012 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    May 09, 2024  
2010-2012 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are arranged alphabetically by the course prefix codes as listed below. For the purpose of brevity, course descriptions do not follow traditional rules of grammar and may consist of sentence fragments. 

 

Civil Engineering

  
  • CE 407 - Professional and Ethical Practice


    Prerequisite: senior status or permission of instructor. Principles of engineer-client, engineer-society, and owner-contractor relationships examined from ethical, legal, and professional viewpoints. Examination of codes of ethics and preparation of contract documents. 3 credits
  
  • CE 408 - Steel Design and Construction


    Prerequisite: CE 312  Analysis, design, and construction of steel structures. Topics include tension, compression, and flexural members; connections; members subjected to torsion; beam-columns; fabrication, erection, and shop practice. Designs will be based on Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD). 3 credit hours (two hours lecture, two hours discussion). 3 credits
  
  • CE 409 - Concrete Design and Construction


    Prerequisite: CE 312  Analysis and design of reinforced concrete beams, columns, slabs, footings, retaining walls. Fundamentals of engineering shop drawings. 3 credits
  
  • CE 410 - Land Survey


    Prerequisite: CE 203  or consent of instructor A study of boundary control and legal aspects of land surveying including deed research, evidence of boundary location, deed description, and riparian rights. Theory of measurement and errors, position precision, state plane coordinate systems, photo-gammetry. 3 credits
  
  • CE 411 - Highway Engr


    Prerequisite: CE 301  or consent of instructor Highway economics and financing. Study of highway planning, geometric design, and capacity. Pavement and drainage design. 3 credits
  
  • CE 412 - Wood Engineering


    Prerequisite: CE 205  or EAS 222  Study of the growth and structure of wood and their influence on strength and durability, preservation, and fire protection. The analysis and design of structural members of wood using the Allowable Stress Design method (ASD) including beams, columns, and connections. The design of wood structures. Discussion of Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD). 3 credits
  
  • CE 413 - Mason Engr


    Prerequisite: CE 205  or EAS 222  The design and analysis of brick and concrete masonry non-reinforced and reinforced structures. Strength, thermal, fire, and sound characteristics, testing, and specifications. 3 credits
  
  • CE 414 - Route Surveying


    Prerequisite: CE 203  A continuation of elementary surveying covering principles of route surveying, stadia surveys, practical astronomy, aerial photography, adjustments of instruments. Field problems related to classroom designs. 3 credits
  
  • CE 415 - Traffic Engr


    Prerequisite: CE 301  or junior status. Traffic flow theory including data collection, data analysis, freeways, multilane highways, signalized and unsignalized intersections, intersection signal coordination. Students will be taught how to use several computer programs to analyze traffic flow along roadways. Projects will deal with actual locations in the area. 3 credits
  
  • CE 450 - Special Topics


    Selected topics of special or current interest in the field of civil engineering. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CE 451 - Special Topics


    Selected topics of special or current interest in the field of civil engineering. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CE 452 - Special Topics


    Selected topics of special or current interest in the field of civil engineering. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CE 453 - Special Topics


    Selected topics of special or current interest in the field of civil engineering. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CE 454 - Special Topics


    Selected topics of special or current interest in the field of civil engineering. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CE 455 - Special Topics


    Selected topics of special or current interest in the field of civil engineering. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CE 456 - Special Topics


    Selected topics of special or current interest in the field of civil engineering. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CE 457 - Special Topics


    Selected topics of special or current interest in the field of civil engineering. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CE 458 - Special Topics


    Selected topics of special or current interest in the field of civil engineering. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CE 459 - Special Topics


    Selected topics of special or current interest in the field of civil engineering. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CE 500 - Senior Project I


    Prerequisite: senior status. An introduction to project planning and presentation. This course will prepare the student for professional practice by teaching organizational skills, scheduling, technical writing for a lay audience, and oral presentation. Students will begin working on their senior design project and use this preliminary work in their course assignments. Oral and written presentations will be given to update the class on the progress of the project. 3 credits
  
  • CE 501 - Senior Project II


    Prerequisite: CE 500  Supervised individual or group project. The project may be the preparation of a set of contract documents for the construction of a civil engineering facility, research work with a report, or a project approved by the faculty advisor. 3 credits
  
  • CE 505 - Solid Waste Management


    Prerequisite: CE 315  Characteristics, volumes, collection, and disposal of solid waste and refuse. Design or processing, recycling, and recovery equipment; landfill design and operation; resource recovery; incineration. 3 credits
  
  • CE 520 - Engineering Hydrology


    Prerequisite: CE 309  Theory, methods, and applications of hydrology to contemporary engineering problems. Methods of data collection and analysis as well as design procedures are presented for typical engineering problems. Specific topics to be considered within this framework include the rainfall/runoff process, hydrograph analysis, hydrologic routing, urban runoff, storm water models, and flood frequency analysis. 3 credits
  
  • CE 523 - Open Channel Hydraulics


    Prerequisite: CE 309  Basic theories of open channel flow will be presented and corresponding equations developed. Methods of calculating uniform/steady flow; gradually varied flow; and rapid, spatially varied, unsteady flow will be investigated. Flow through bridge piers, transitions, and culverts; backwater curves and the design of open channels. 3 credits
  
  • CE 599 - Independent Study


    Prerequisites: consent of instructor and department chair. Opportunity for the student to explore an area of interest under the direction of a faculty member. Course must be initiated by the student. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits

Computer Engineering

  
  • CEN 398 - Computer Engineering Internship


    Prerequisite: junior standing. A partnership consisting of the student, faculty, and employers/organizations providing exposure to and participation in a working engineering environment. The internship will translate classroom knowledge to a professional work environment, and the student will work and learn with practicing engineers while gaining professional experience. A minimum of 300 hours performing related engineering duties is required. 0 credits
  
  • CEN 450 - Special Topics


    Special topics of selected or current interest in the study of computer engineering. 3 credits
  
  • CEN 451 - Special Topics


    Special topics of selected or current interest in the study of computer engineering. 3 credits
  
  • CEN 452 - Special Topics


    Special topics of selected or current interest in the study of computer engineering. 3 credits
  
  • CEN 453 - Special Topics


    Special topics of selected or current interest in the study of computer engineering. 3 credits
  
  • CEN 454 - Special Topics


    Special topics of selected or current interest in the study of computer engineering. 3 credits
  
  • CEN 455 - Special Topics


    Special topics of selected or current interest in the study of computer engineering. 3 credits
  
  • CEN 456 - Special Topics


    Special topics of selected or current interest in the study of computer engineering. 3 credits
  
  • CEN 457 - Design Preparation


    Prerequisite: senior standing. This course provides the student time and guidance in selecting a topic for the senior design course (CEN 458 ), which follows this one. Suitable design projects may be suggested by the student, the faculty, or contacts in industry. Projects involving both hardware and software are encouraged. Each student carries out a literature search on the topic, prepares a written proposal with a plan of action for the project, obtains approval from the faculty advisor, makes oral reports of work in progress, and presents a formal project proposal. 2 credits
  
  • CEN 458 - Senior Design Lab


    Prerequisite: CEN 457  Students complete the design planned in CEN 457 . This course provides students with experience at a professional level with engineering projects that involve analysis, design, construction of prototypes, and evaluation of results. Projects involving both hardware and software are encouraged. A final report presentation and a formal written report are required. 3 credits
  
  • CEN 599 - Independent Study


    Prerequisites: consent of instructor and department chair. Opportunity for the student to explore an area of interest under the direction of a faculty member. Course must be initiated by the student. 1-3 credit hours. 3 credits

Chemistry

  
  • CH 103 - Introduction to General Chemistry


    Introductory course for students without a high school chemistry background. Fundamentals of chemistry including such topics as elements, compounds, nomenclature, and practical applications. CH 104 is taken concurrently with CH 103. 3 credits
  
  • CH 105 - Intro Genl&Organic Chemistry w/Lab


    Corequisite: CH 105L  - you must enroll in a section of CH 105L  before you can enroll in CH 105 Fundamentals of general and organic chemistry: atomic structure and properties of compounds, stoichiometry and reactions, energy relationships, states of matter, solutions, hydrocarbons, and classes of organic compounds. 4 credits
  
  • CH 105L - Lab CH 105


    LAB CH 105 0 credits
  
  • CH 115 - General Chemistry I


    Prerequisite: High school algebra or M 109 , CH 103 , CH 105  or one unit of high school chemistry or written qualifying exam Brief review of fundamentals including stoichiometry, atomic structure, and chemical bonding. Other topics include thermochemistry, gas laws, and an introduction to organic and biochemistry. Intended primarily for science/engineering majors. CH 117  is taken concurrently with CH 115. 3 credits
  
  • CH 116 - General Chemistry II


    Prerequisite: CH 115  and CH 117 , or the equivalent Topics include properties of solutions; nuclear chemistry; rates of chemical reactions; chemical equilibria including pH, acid-base, common ion effect, buffers, and solubility products; thermodynamics. Problems in each are include environmental applications. CH 118  is taken concurrently with CH 116. 3 credits
  
  • CH 117 - Lab CH 115


    To be taken with CH 115 . Experiments include percent composition, stoichiometry, heats of reaction, gas laws, types of reactions and simple organic synthesis. 1 credits
  
  • CH 118 - Lab CH 116


    To be taken with CH 116 . Experiments include colligative properties of solutions, quantitative measurements of chemical reaction rates, equilibrium constants, the common ion effect, pH, buffers, and electrochemical cells. 1 credits
  
  • CH 201 - Organic Chemistry I


    Prerequisites: CH 116  and CH 118  or EAS 120 . Common reactions in aliphatic and aromatic chemistry with emphasis on functional groups and reaction mechanisms. CH 203  is taken concurrently with CH 201. 3 credits
  
  • CH 202 - Organic Chemistry II


    Prerequisites: CH 116  and CH 118  or EAS 120  and EAS 120L  Common reactions in aliphatic and aromatic chemistry with emphasis on functional groups and reaction mechanisms. CH 204  is taken concurrently with CH 202. 3 credits
  
  • CH 203 - Lab CH 201


    To be taken with CH 201 . Some of the techniques, reactions, and syntheses commonly employed in the organic chemistry laboratory are covered on micoscale level including qualitative organic analysis and FTIR analysis. 1 credits
  
  • CH 204 - Lab CH 202


    To be taken with CH 202 . Some of the techniques, reactions, and syntheses commonly employed in the organic chemistry laboratory are covered on micoscale level including qualitative organic analysis and FTIR analysis. 1 credits
  
  • CH 211 - Quantitative Analysis w/Lab


    Prerequisites: CH 116 , CH 118  or EAS 120  Theory and applications of acid-base, solubility, complex-formation, and oxidation-reduction equilibria to quantitative chemical analysis; introduction to statistics and evaluation of results. Laboratory analysis of samples by gravimetric and volumetric methods. 4 credits
  
  • CH 211L - Lab CH 211


    LAB CH 211  0 credits
  
  • CH 221 - Instrumental Methods w/Lab


    Prerequisites: CH 116 , CH 118  (or EAS 120 ), CH 201 , CH 203 , or permission of instructor Theory and applications of various instrumental methods with emphasis on ultraviolet, visible, atomic absorption, fluorescence, infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy; mass spectrometry; gas and liquid chromatography; and potentiometry. Laboratory analysis of samples by methods discussed in the lecture. 4 credits
  
  • CH 221L - Lab CH 221


    LAB CH 221  0 credits
  
  • CH 321 - Plastics & Polymer Chemistry I


    Prerequisites: CH 116 , CH 118 , CH 202 , CH 204  All phases of the plastics and polymers field, including the chemistry involved, methods of production, physical properties, and the uses of specific polymers. 3 credits
  
  • CH 322 - Plastics & Polymer Chemistry II


    Prerequisites: CH 116 , CH 118 , CH 202 , CH 204  All phases of the plastics and polymers field, including the chemistry involved, methods of production, physical properties, and the uses of specific polymers. 3 credits
  
  • CH 331 - Physical Chemistry I


    Prerequisites: CH 116  or EAS 120 , PH 205 , and M 203  (may be taken concurrently) Kinetic theory of gases, thermodynamics, phase equilibria, transport and surface phenomena, kinetics, quantum mechanics, atomic and molecular spectroscopy. 3 credits
  
  • CH 332 - Physical Chemistry II


    Prerequisites: CH 116  or EAS 120 , PH 205 , and M 203  (may be taken concurrently) Kinetic theory of gases, thermodynamics, phase equilibria, transport and surface phenomena, kinetics, quantum mechanics, atomic and molecular spectroscopy. 3 credits
  
  • CH 333 - Lab CH 331


    To be taken with CH 331 . Laboratory training in vacuum line techniques and real-time collection of temperature, pressure, and spectrophotometric data by microcomputer. Experiments include diffusion, velocity, and heat capacities of gases; calorimetry; phase diagrams of mixtures; electro-chemical properties, kinetics of fast reactions, enzyme and oscillating reactions; rotational-vibrational spectroscopy. 1 credits
  
  • CH 334 - Lab CH 332


    To be taken with CH 332 . Laboratory training in vacuum line techniques and real-time collection of temperature, pressure, and spectrophotometric data by microcomputer. Experiments include diffusion, velocity, and heat capacities of gases; calorimetry; phase diagrams of mixtures; electro-chemical properties, kinetics of fast reactions, enzyme and oscillating reactions; rotational-vibrational spectroscopy. 1 credits
  
  • CH 341 - Synthetic Methods in Chemistry


    Prerequisites: CH 202 , CH 204 , and CH 221  A one-semester laboratory course covering the synthesis and characterization of inorganic and organic compounds. Performance of a variety of reactions and chemical manipulations with a focus on advanced laboratory techniques: handling air-sensitive materials, use of cryogenic conditions, separation and purification, isolation of natural products, experiment design, and safety procedures. A selection of methods for transition metal, main-group element, and aromatic and aliphatic organic syntheses. Characterization of compounds by UV, IR, NMR, mass spectrometry, and other instrumental methods. Eight hours of laboratory per week. 4 credits
  
  • CH 411 - Chemical Literature


    Prerequisites: CH 202 , CH 204  and CH 332  Acquaints he student with the chemical literature and its use. Assignments include library searches and online STN reading. 1 credits
  
  • CH 412 - Seminar


    Prerequisite: CH 411  The student researches a specific current topic in chemical research or applied chemistry and presents a formal seminar to the faculty and students. 1 credits
  
  • CH 451 - Thesis with Lab


    Prerequisites: CH 202 , CH 204 , CH 211 , CH 221 , and CH 332  An original investigation in the laboratory and/or library under the guidance of a member of the department. A final these report is submitted. 2 credits
  
  • CH 452 - Special Topics


    Prerequisite: consent of instructor. In-depth study of topics chosen from areas of particular and current interest to chemistry and chemical engineering students. 1-4 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CH 453 - Special Topics


    Prerequisite: consent of instructor. In-depth study of topics chosen from areas of particular and current interest to chemistry and chemical engineering students. 1-4 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CH 454 - Special Topics


    Prerequisite: consent of instructor. In-depth study of topics chosen from areas of particular and current interest to chemistry and chemical engineering students. 1-4 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CH 455 - Special Topics


    Prerequisite: consent of instructor. In-depth study of topics chosen from areas of particular and current interest to chemistry and chemical engineering students. 1-4 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CH 456 - Special Topics


    Prerequisite: consent of instructor. In-depth study of topics chosen from areas of particular and current interest to chemistry and chemical engineering students. 1-4 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CH 457 - Special Topics


    Prerequisite: consent of instructor. In-depth study of topics chosen from areas of particular and current interest to chemistry and chemical engineering students. 1-4 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CH 458 - Special Topics


    Prerequisite: consent of instructor. In-depth study of topics chosen from areas of particular and current interest to chemistry and chemical engineering students. 1-4 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CH 459 - Special Topics


    Prerequisite: consent of instructor. In-depth study of topics chosen from areas of particular and current interest to chemistry and chemical engineering students. 1-4 credit hours. 3 credits
  
  • CH 471 - Industrial Chemistry


    Prerequisites: CH 202 , CH 211 , CH 221 , CH 332  A course to bridge the gap from the academic to the industrial world. Topics include material accounting, energy accounting, chemical transport, reactor design, process development and control. 3 credits
  
  • CH 501 - Advanced Organic Chemistry


    Prerequisites: CH 202  and CH 204  This course focuses on four topics: mechanisms of organic chemistry reactions, fundamentals of synthesis of complex molecules, organic chemistry of biologically important molecules, and an introduction to medical chemistry. An underlying theme throughout this course is the relationship between chemical structure and the function and reactivity of organic compounds. 3 credits
  
  • CH 521 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry


    Prerequisite: CH 331 . Corequisite: CH 332  Review of atomic structure and introduction to group theory and symmetry. The chemistry of transition metal complexes and organometallic compounds with emphasis on bonding and structure, physical and chemical properties, and reaction mechanisms including catalysis and photochemistry. Bioinorganic chemistry and ionic solids will be covered as time permits. 3 credits
  
  • CH 599 - Independent Study


    Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Opportunity for the student under the direction of a faculty member to explore an area of interest. This course may be used to do preliminary work on the topic studied for Thesis (CH 451 ). 1-4 credit hours. 3 credits

Criminal Justice

  
  • CJ 002 - CJ Elective


    NULL 3 credits
  
  • CJ 100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    Survey of criminal justice system with emphasis on prosecution, corrections, and societal reaction to offenders. Retribution, rehabilitation, deterrence, and incapacitation serve as generic frames of reference and theoretical points of departure for analyzing the dispositional and correctional processes. The course focuses on the process - from the police and prosecution through the courts; from the courts through the correctional system. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 102 - Criminal Law


    The scope, purpose, and definitions of substantive criminal law: criminal liability, major elements of statutory and common law offenses (with some reference to the Connecticut Penal Code), and significant defenses. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 105 - Introduction to Security


    General survey of the major historical, legal, and practical developments and problems of security. Course stresses the components, organization, and objectives of security; the trend toward professionalization; the role of security in the public and private sectors and its relationship to management. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 201 - Principles Criminal Investigation


    Introduction to criminal investigation in the field. Conducting the crime scene search, interview of witnesses, interrogation of suspects, methods of surveillance, and the special techniques employed in particular kinds of investigation. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 203 - Security Administration


    An overview of security systems found in retail, industrial, and governmental agencies; the legal framework for security operations; and the administrative and procedural processes in security management. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 205 - Forensic Psychology


    Prerequisites: CJ 100 , P 111  This course is intended to provide an overview of the various applications of psychology to forensic settings. Topics include criminal investigation and profiling, personnel selection, dynamics of violence and victimology, eyewitness testimony, trial processes, and a variety of other areas within the criminal and civil justice systems. (See also P 205 ) 3 credits
  
  • CJ 209 - Correctional Treatment Programs


    Prerequisite: CJ 100  Various treatment modalities employed in the rehabilitation of offenders. Field visits to various correctional treatment facilities such as halfway houses and community-based treatment programs. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 210 - Ethnic and Gender Issues in CJ


    Introduction to issues of diversity within the criminal justice system. The course will focus on prejudice and discrimination along with other special problems experienced by women, gays, and various ethnic and racial minority groups in dealing with the criminal justice system. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 217 - Criminal Procedure I


    Prerequisites: CJ 100  and CJ 102  An inquiry into the nature and scope of the U.S. Constitution as it relates to criminal procedures. Areas discussed include the law of search and seizure, arrests, confessions, and identification. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 218 - Criminal Procedure II and Evidence


    Prerequisites: CJ 100  and CJ 102  Legal doctrines employed in controlling the successive stages of the criminal process. Rules of law related to wiretapping and lineups, pretrial decision making, juvenile justice, and trial. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 220 - Legal Issues in Corrections


    Prerequisites: junior status and CJ 100 Prerequisites: junior status and CJ 100, CJ 217. Examination of the legal foundations of correctional practice and review of recent judicial decisions which are altering the correctional environment. An analysis of the factors and forces which are creating a climate of significant reform in corrections. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 221 - Juvenile Justice System


    Prequisite: CJ 100 Prerequisites: CJ 100, P 111. Analysis of stages and decisions made at critical junctures of the juvenile justice process. Topics include an analysis of Supreme Court treatment of juvenile justice issues and the ability of the juvenile justice system to respond to juvenile crime. Focus on the processing of juveniles through the systems and the special problems unique to juvenile justice. (See also SO 231.) 3 credits
  
  • CJ 226 - Industrial Security


    Prequisite: CJ 105  Concepts of security as it integrates with industrial management systems presented along with industrial security requirements and standards, alarms and surveillance devices, animate security approaches, costing, planning, and engineering. Principles of safety practices and regulations, fire prevention, property conservation, occupational hazards, and personal safeguards. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 250 - Scientific Methods in CJ


    Prequisites: CJ 100  and M 109  or M 127  Introduction to the use of scientific methods and logic in the human service professions. Topics studies will include science and the scientific approach to problem solving, the logic of causal inference, problem and hypothesis formulation, the use of experimental designs, laboratory methods, survey research methods, and measurement issues in human services. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 251 - Quantitative Applications in CJ


    Prequisites: CJ 250  or HMS 250 Introduction to the use of quantitative analysis through study of the basic statistical tools and databases used in human services. Emphasis will be on applied applications of quantitative methods in service delivery systems. 4 credits
  
  • CJ 300 - History of CJ


    Prerequisite: CJ 100  The development of the major CJ elements including police, prisons, probation, and parole. Significant historical events and philosophical postulates as they pertain to this development. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 301 - Group Dynamics in Criminal Justice


    Prerequisites: CJ 205  and P 111  Analysis of theory and applied methods in the area of group process. Focus on both individual roles and group development as they relate to criminal justice issues. Experiential exercises are included. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 306 - Security Problems Seminar


    Prerequisites: CJ 105  and CJ 203  An analysis of special problem areas including college and university campuses, hospitals, hotels/motels, etc. Also, special problems concerning computer protection, bank security, executive personnel protection, credit cards, case law and legal aspects, control of proprietary information, and white collar crime. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 310 - Criminal Justice Institutions


    Prerequisite: CJ 300 . Examination of the societal and psychological implications of various types of institutions. Includes both social and total institutions and examines their similarities and dissimilarities with particular emphasis on their implications for criminal justice. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 311 - Criminology


    Prerequisite: CJ 100  Prerequisites:CJ 100  , P 111 , SO 113 . An examination of principles and concepts of criminal behavior; criminological theory; the nature, extent, and distribution of crime; legal and societal reaction to crime. (See also SO 311 .) 3 credits
  
  • CJ 312 - Police and Crime Control


    Prerequisite: CJ 100  The changing role, perspectives, and operational strategies of policing as they relate to the crime control function of the police. The focus will be on innovative, promising, emerging, or "futuristic" and often highly controversial police practices, programs, and approaches to law enforcement as well as on selective community crime prevention efforts undertaken in conjunction with, under the auspices of, or independently of the police department. Special attention will be devoted to police brutality, the use of deadly force and its consequences, including high-speed police pursuits. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 315 - Domestic Violence


    Introduction to the study of family violence issues. Typology and history of family abuse, responses to family violence, and public policy issues will be the focus of study. Issues in domestic violence, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, elder abuse, child abuse, treatment approaches, and legal guidelines. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 325 - Transnational Crime


    Prerequisite: junior standing. This course is a comprehensive survey course on the internal and external mechanisms which support and foster international crime systems. Crime systems will be looked at via countries as well as continents. The form that crime takes transnationally will also be discussed along with the judicial responses to crime transnationally including corrections. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 333 - Police Civil Liability


    Prerequisites: CJ 100 , CJ 102 , CJ 217 , or permission of instructor. Introductory overview of types of civil liability lawsuits brought against law enforcement officers. Exploration of ways to relieve the pressure of this potential liability. Emphasis placed on negligence and intentional torts. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 345 - Police and Investigative Psychology


    Prerequisite: CJ 205  This course focuses on the functions of the police psychologist such as candidate screening, stress management and counseling, hostage negotiations, critical incident debriefing, and fitness for duty evaluations. Application of psychological principles to investigation strategies such as profiling and hypnosis will also be explored. 3 credits
  
  • CJ 357 - Legal Psychology


    Prerequisite: CJ 205  This course will focus on the study of human behavior and cognitions within the legal and criminal justice system. Special emphasis will be given to the contributions of legal and cognitive psychology in understanding the criminal and civil legal system. Topics will include eyewitness testimony, jury decision-making, confession evidence, and punishment and sentencing. 3 credits
 

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