DANTES 2010

DANTES Independent Study Catalog


Explanation of Course Display

Footnote Codes: X = General Information, P = Prerequisite, C = Both, O = Different In-State & Out-of-State Tuition
In cases with an X Code & Not Available, contact the Institution for current book prices.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Thomas Edison State College SOC 291-OL Criminology U N/A 0 CR, DI, IA 3 (S) $717.00 $0.00 $717.00 NA
Course Description: Sociological analysis of criminal behavior and the criminalization process. Course is a systematic study of criminal and delinquent behavior in U.S. including variations, ramifications, explanations, measures of control and treatment. Topics include the field of criminology; crime in the modern world, basic locations of crime; major deviations, violence and vocational patterns; juvenile delinquency; addiction; crimes of violence; criminal careers, organized crime; white collar crime; critical issues in crime causation; nature of punishment and trends in punishment; and law enforcement: police, courts and the penal code.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Mountain State University Crim Justice CRJS 254 Criminology L 8 5 CR 3 (S) $250.00 $0.00 $250.00 NA
Course Description: Current theoretical explanations of criminal behavior and application of these theories in the criminal justice system. Includes biological, psychological, social process, social structure, rational choice, and critical theories of crime causation and treatment. This course description is subject to change including course learning outcomes and assessment criteria.

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Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
University of Southern Mississippi SOC 341 CRIMINOLOGY U 24 2 3 (S) $486.00 $15.00 $501.00 NA
Course Description: Traditional print-based format. Independent Study section X051. Prerequisite: SOC 101 This course is a study of causes, treatment, and prevention of crime. The course deals with criminology, penology, and criminal legislation. The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the field of criminology, the concept of crime, and the dilemmas modern criminologists face when they conduct research. The student must understand that criminology takes a multidisciplinary approach, and there is no easy answer to crime causation and crime control.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Portland State University - Oregon AJ 200-217 Criminology and Criminal Justice L 10 2 E, FX, IA 4 (Q) $502.00 $25.00 $527.00 NA
Course Description: An open-system analysis of the decisions made in the criminal justice process. An analysis of contemporary problems and issues, prevailing ideologies, and current operational practices as they affect these critical decisions. Consideration of alternatives and the dilemmas of change in policing, prosecution, court administration, and correctional programs. Required: access to legal journals.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Liberty University CJUS 340 Criminology U 8 3 CA, CC, CR, DI, DS, E, IA, O, S 3 (S) $750.00 $0.00 $750.00 X
Course Description: This course is designed to examine theories regarding the nature and cause of criminal behavior and society’s response. It approaches crime from a philosophical, psychological, and sociological perspective. Most importantly, this course strives to integrate a theological perspective to crime and punishment.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
University of Nevada - Reno CRJ 444 CRIMINOLOGICAL THEORY U 14 3 CR, E, IA 3 (S) $468.00 $127.00 $595.00 X
Footnote: Textbooks for the above course are available through the ASUN Bookstore for an additional fee. Please see www.asunbookstore.org for further information.
Course Description: Comprehensive interdisciplinary examination of theories of criminal etiology from neurological, biochemical, genetic, psychological, psychiatric, social, economic and political perspectives. *Semester-based course. Fall enrollment: must enroll and pay fees by Aug. 20.*

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Wilmington University CRJ 205 Principles of Criminology L 7 0 CR, E, IA 3 (S) $924.00 $60.00 $984.00 C
Footnote: Active Duty Military rate is $250.00 per credit for undergraduate, online courses. Book prices vary and are subject to change; please visit http://bookstore.wilmu.edu/ for updated pricing. Prerequisite: Survey of Criminal Justice (CRJ 101)
Course Description: This course is an introductory course in the study of crime and criminal behavior that examines various theories of crime causation, profiles of criminal behavior systems, societal reaction to crime, and structures of criminological methods of inquiry.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Western Kentucky University SOCL 330 Criminology U 14 2 CD, CR, IA 3 (S) $945.00 $0.00 $945.00 C
Footnote: Prerequisite: SOCL 100. Available as CD-Rom, Print or Web course.
Course Description: Study of the personal, structural and ideological bases of law violating behavior in American society.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
University of Northern Iowa CRIM 982025 Criminology L 11 4 CC, CR, IA, SG 3 (S) $600.00 $39.50 $639.50 X
Footnote: Find course and textbook details, enrollment information and more at http://www.uni.edu/continuinged/gis/courses
Course Description: Introduction to the study of criminal behavior, with emphasis on social science approaches. Overview of types of crime, and theories, methods and data used to study crime.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
University of South Dakota CJUS 351 Criminology U 5 1 E, FX 3 (S) $776.40 $0.00 $776.40 X
Footnote: Book information unavailable. Order correspondence course guides, books and materials from Barnes & Noble at The U online at usd.bncollege.com or call 605-677-6291.
Course Description: NOTE: CROSS-LISTED WITH SOC 351. SOCIOLOGY OF CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR AND JUVENILE DELINQUENCY, WITH AN EMPHASIS ON ETIOLOGICAL THEORY. EXTENT AND FORMS OF CRIME ARE CONSIDERED TOGETHER WITH THE CHARACTERISTICS OF OFFENDERS.
University of South Dakota CJUS 460 Advanced Criminology U 5 1 E, FX 3 (S) $776.40 $0.00 $776.40 X
Footnote: Book information unavailable. Order correspondence course guides, books and materials from Barnes & Noble at The U online at usd.bncollege.com or call 605-677-6291.
Course Description: NOTE: CROSS-LISTED WITH SOC 460. AN EXTENSIVE EXAMINATION OF MAJOR CRIMINOLOGICAL ISSUES INCLUDING SOCIOLOGICAL DEFINITIONS OF CRIME, AND DEVELOPING THEORIES OF CRIME CAUSATION.
University of South Dakota SOC 351 Criminology U 5 1 E, FX 3 (S) $776.40 $0.00 $776.40 C
Footnote: Book information unavailable. Order correspondence course guides, books and materials from Barnes & Noble at The U online at usd.bncollege.com or call 605-677-6291. <br>COURSE PREREQUISITE: SOC 100 OR 150
Course Description: NOTE: CROSS-LISTED WITH CJUS 351. FOCUSES ON THEORIES OF CRIME, JUVENILE DELINQUENCY AND JUSTICE, LAW, SYSTEMS OF CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR, VICTIMIZATION, AND CORRECTIONS.
University of South Dakota SOC 460 Advanced Criminology U 5 1 E, FX 3 (S) $776.40 $0.00 $776.40 C
Footnote: Book information unavailable. Order correspondence course guides, books and materials from Barnes & Noble at The U online at usd.bncollege.com or call 605-677-6291. <br>COURSE PREREQUISITE: SOC 351
Course Description: NOTE: CROSS-LISTED WITH CJUS 460. AN EXTENSIVE EXAMINATION OF MAJOR CRIMINOLOGICAL ISSUES AND THEORIES INCLUDING SOCIOLOGICAL DEFINITIONS OF CRIME.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Ohio University SOC 362 CRIMINOLOGY U 17 1 SG 4 (Q) $564.00 $20.00 $584.00 C
Footnote: Prereq: SOC 260.
Course Description: Theories and research in criminal behavior and societal reaction to criminality. Causes and consequences of crime.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
SUNY Empire State College SOC 283414 Women, Crime and Criminology U 8-10 n/a CD, CR, E, IA 4 (S) $828.00 $40.00 $868.00 X
Footnote: All courses are 15 weeks long with an average of 8-10 lessons. The type of media support varies. See course description.
Course Description: Rates of female (girls and women) offending and incarceration have greatly exceeded those of males (boys and men) in recent years. This course will explore relatively recent efforts examining socioeconomic and demographic patterns of female offending, as well as the theoretical explanations proffered to explain the historical dearth of both theory and research on this very important topic. The reluctance of society to recognize the increased prevalence of female offending; the special treatment and correctional needs of female offenders; and the criminal justice system’s attempts to apply theories and treatments based on males to females will be explored as well. This course fully meets the General Education requirement in Social Sciences.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Amridge University LJ 2445 Criminology L 15 0 CR, E, IA 4 (S) $750.00 $0.00 $750.00 X
Footnote: First two courses each semester are $187.50 per semester hour. Third course each semester is FREE reducing tuition to the equivalent of $125 per s/hr. Spouse-25% OFF reg. tuition (now=$206.50 s/hr) Online courses available 24/7. Admission application fee and General Competency Test (GCT) fee waived (savings of $125). Comprehensive Fee waived - Saves $400 each semester. Fewer courses required to finish a degree since they are 4 s/hrs each. Max credit for military experience; No residency required.
Course Description: This course explains criminal behavior in relationship to various theories and analysis through historical explanations including classic theories and current developments of crime causation. Society's response to criminal behavior is reviewed through the assessment of legal approaches and the aspects of the criminal justice system. Discussion of types of crime, terrorism, and recent laws affecting violent criminal acts are distinguished. Research affecting social policy and public crime concerns are examined including social problems and social responsibility perspectives.
Amridge University LJ 3417 White Collar Crime U 15 0 CR, E, IA 4 (S) $750.00 $0.00 $750.00 X
Footnote: First two courses each semester are $187.50 per semester hour. Third course each semester is FREE reducing tuition to the equivalent of $125 per s/hr. Spouse-25% OFF reg. tuition (now=$206.50 s/hr) Online courses available 24/7. Admission application fee and General Competency Test (GCT) fee waived (savings of $125). Comprehensive Fee waived - Saves $400 each semester. Fewer courses required to finish a degree since they are 4 s/hrs each. Max credit for military experience; No residency required.
Course Description: An examination of criminal activity in our communities, business and corporate enterprises. Learners will examine the various types of white-collar crime, methods of detection, investigative techniques, and social impact. They will further review specific cases and examine articles relating to this sophisticated crime contravening our privacy and social values.
Amridge University LJ 3421 Organized Crime U 15 0 CR, E, IA 4 (S) $750.00 $0.00 $750.00 X
Footnote: First two courses each semester are $187.50 per semester hour. Third course each semester is FREE reducing tuition to the equivalent of $125 per s/hr. Spouse-25% OFF reg. tuition (now=$206.50 s/hr) Online courses available 24/7. Admission application fee and General Competency Test (GCT) fee waived (savings of $125). Comprehensive Fee waived - Saves $400 each semester. Fewer courses required to finish a degree since they are 4 s/hrs each. Max credit for military experience; No residency required.
Course Description: A discussion of the evolution of organized crime in the United States, the social and legal factors that contributed to its development, and the groups involved. Also explored is how organized crime is structured and how it can be exposed and controlled. Theoretical explanations of organized crime are also covered.
Amridge University LJ 3445 Criminology U 15 0 CR, E, IA 4 (S) $750.00 $0.00 $750.00 X
Footnote: First two courses each semester are $187.50 per semester hour. Third course each semester is FREE reducing tuition to the equivalent of $125 per s/hr. Spouse-25% OFF reg. tuition (now=$206.50 s/hr) Online courses available 24/7. Admission application fee and General Competency Test (GCT) fee waived (savings of $125). Comprehensive Fee waived - Saves $400 each semester. Fewer courses required to finish a degree since they are 4 s/hrs each. Max credit for military experience; No residency required.
Course Description: This course explains criminal behavior in relationship to various theories and analysis through historical explanations including classic theories and current developments of crime causation. Society's response to criminal behavior is reviewed through the assessment of legal approaches and the aspects of the criminal justice system. Discussion of types of crime, terrorism, and recent laws affecting violent criminal acts are distinguished. Research affecting social policy and public crime concerns are examined including social problems and social responsibility perspectives.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
University of Arkansas CMJS 3023 CRIMINOLOGY (SAME AS SOCI 3023) U 15 3 DI, E, SG 3 (S) $299.97 $17.00 $316.97 C,O
Footnote: Prerequisite: SOCI 2013 or SOCI 2033; Same course as SOCI 3023. Textbook is separate purchase.
Course Description: A survey of theories of crime causation, development of the law, corrections, victimization, and polity and policy.
University of Arkansas SOCI 3023 CRIMINOLOGY U 15 4 DI, SG 3 (S) $299.97 $17.00 $316.97 C,O
Footnote: Prerequisite: SOCI 2013 or SOCI 2033. Textbook is separate purchase.
Course Description: A study of the criminal and crime, the causes of crime, processes of criminal justice, penal and correctional institutions and methods, and the prevention and treatment of crime.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Upper Iowa University CJ 333 Criminology U N/A N/A E 3 (S) $849.00 $0.00 $849.00 C
Footnote: Prerequisite: SOC 110 UIU uses MBS Direct as our textbook provider. Find current textbook prices at: www.mbsdirect.net and select Upper Iowa University, and location Independent Study Program. The number of lessons and proctored exams varies by course and is subject to change with course updates. A 10% tuition discount is available to all DoD cardholders.
Course Description: An analysis of various forms of crime, as well as various elements of the criminal justice system. The emphasis is on theories of crime and juvenile delinquency. Topics will include: street crime, organized crime, white-collar crime and the role of substance abuse in criminality and delinquency. Same as SOC 333.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 250 The Criminal Justice System L n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Evaluation of formal institutions dealing with crime in Western culture; overview of major components of the criminal justice system. Prerequisites & Notes Unless indicated otherwise, this course is a prerequisite for all 300 and 400 level criminal justice courses.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 260 Judicial Process L n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: The process of judicial decision making. The institutional and political constraints on judicial behavior. Judicial decision making as a tool of interpretation and impact.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 270 Introduction to Security L n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: This course will provide an overview of private security and loss prevention in light of technological advances and emerging challenges.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 290 Introduction to Forensic Science L n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: This course introduces the concepts and methods involved in applying scientific principles to the collection, examination, evaluation, and interpretation of evidence. Prerequisites & Notes For non-criminal justice majors, this course may serve as the prerequisite for CJ 315, 323, and 430 in lieu of CJ 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 300 Methods of Research U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: This is a writing intensive course that places emphasis upon the design, interpretation, and writing of criminological research.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 304 Criminal Law U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: The nature and definition of substantive criminal offenses; examination of federal and state law; principles of criminal liability, defenses, and complicity. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 310 Victimology U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: A study of the experiences of crime victims with the criminal justice system as well as victim characteristics, vulnerability, and culpability. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 311 Juvenile Justice and Delinquency U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: The phenomenon of juvenile delinquency; evaluation of a unique justice system for children; related concerns, problems, and expectations. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 315 Investigative Principles U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: This course introduces the concepts and methods of the investigative process. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250 or permission of instructor.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 320 Police in Society U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Philosophical, historical, and operational aspects of law enforcement agencies and processes within a framework of social control in a democratic society. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 323 Crime Scene Investigations B n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: A survey of methods and techniques used in the scientific investigation of criminal offenses.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 330 Criminal Courts U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: State and federal court systems, criminal judicial process, and rights of the individual. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 340 Institutional Corrections U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Examination of modern corrections through review of penal history, theory, and practice. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 345 Organized Crime U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Examination of traditional and emerging organized crime groups and their impact on society and the criminal justice field.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 350 Violence in American Society U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Theories on the causation, manifestations, prevention, and treatment of violent behavior. International, national, and regional constructs of violence are discussed. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 354 Comparative Criminal Justice Systems U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Law enforcement and correctional and court subsystems in the Western world today.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 360 Asset Protection U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: The role of private institutional security concerns. Physical security, loss prevention, technology, and the security profession are examined. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 365 Cyber Crimes U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: This course provides an overview of high technology crimes and the procedures used in the detection, investigation and prosecution of technological crimes. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: Permission of instructor is required for non majors.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 370 Ethics in Criminal Justice U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Examination of ethical issues in the criminal justice field. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 406 Criminal Justice Administration U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: The administrative aspects of criminal justice practice, including financial and human resources, public relations, and issues related to police, courts, and corrections. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 424 Community Corrections U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Development, organization, operation, and results of probation and parole systems as substitutes for incarceration. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 425 Police Practices and Problems U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Examination of the police role and law enforcement policy, police organization, personnel issues, management and operations, consolidating patrol services, and community and problem-oriented policing. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 430 Evidence and Criminal Procedure U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: This course covers the basic principles of criminal evidence and its relation to criminal procedure. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 435 Homeland Security U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Overview of relevant issues relating to the problems and practices of providing "homeland security". Seminar.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 445 Theories of Crime B n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Theories of law, justice, punishment, and crime causation. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 457 Terrorism U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Examination of the origins, evolution, dimensions, and impacts of both domestic and international terrorism.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 460 Drugs and Society U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: An examination of drugs, pharmacological classification and effects, drug abuse, the evolution of drug laws, law enforcement, and correctional responses for drug offenders. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 462 Applied Research U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Lectures and assignments in applying research techniques to real world problems. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250 and 352.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 470 Criminal Justice U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Overview of the processes of policy development and policy implementation as well as analyses of the role of politics, media, and bureaucracy. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: 250, 455.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 475 British Law and Society U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Study abroad program held within the United Kingdom. Provides an extensive overview of the British criminal justice sytem.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 480 Independent Study in Criminal Justice U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 1-3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Directed independent study in criminal justice. Prerequisites & Notes p>PREQ: Junior standing; minimum 3.0 GPA; approval of instructor.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 483 Internship in Criminal Justice U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 1-1 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Supervised applications of academic study in a practical criminal justice setting. Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: Junior standing; 2.5 GPA in major; permission of instructor; 135 internship hours are required per 3 hours credit. Six hours credit given as CJ electives; an additional 6 hours may be given as general elective credit.
Western Carolina University Criminology CJ 493 Topics in Criminal Justice U n/a n/a CA, CC, CD, CR, DI, DS, E, FX, IA, O, SG 3 (S) $255.12 $0.00 $255.12 NA
Course Description: Prerequisites & Notes PREQ: Approval of department head.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Arizona Western College AJS 192 Serial Killers and the Justice System L n/a n/a CR, E, IA 3 (S) $180.00 $25.00 $205.00 NA
Course Description: Examines the mind, motives, and methods of serial killers. This course is a criminology course as it studies the reasons and causations of such horrific crimes and develops theories on profiling, investigation, and understanding the criminals who commit such overwhelming crimes of lust murders over and over again.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
University of North Dakota SOC 252 Criminology L 8 0 CR, E, IA 3 (S) $227.54 $0.00 $227.54 X
Footnote: Online Course
Course Description: The extent and character of crime in the US. A critical examination of the meaning and attempted explanation of crime and juvenile delinquency, with an analysis of the social processes leading to criminal behavior.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
University of Washington SOC C371 CRIMINOLOGY U 5 1 E 5 (Q) $1450.00 $35.00 $1485.00 P
Footnote: Prerequisite: Introduction to Social Deviance.
Course Description: Survey of legal definitions, types of criminal behavior, trends and patterns, recidivism, characteristics of offenders, environmental influences, diagnostic methods, prediction, theories of crime and delinquency prevention, social policy.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Adams State College CRJ 405 Theories of Crime Analysis L N/A N/A DI, SG 3 (S) $375.00 $0.00 $375.00 NA
Course Description: An in-depth application of analytical methods to crime data collected for use in criminal investigation, trend analysis, community policing, staffing and other law enforcement requirements. Tools will be introduced that are used by crime analysts to solve real-world problems in law enforcement. Prerequisite: Psychology 211 Introduction to Statistics.
Adams State College CRJ 415 Theories of Criminal Behavior L N/A N/A DI, SG 3 (S) $37360.00 $0.00 $37360.00 NA
Course Description: An advanced, in-depth analysis of the major theories of crime and delinquency. Examines theories in historical context, with emphases on biological, psychological, sociological, and political frameworks.
Adams State College SOC 245 Crime and Delinquency L N/A N/A E, SG 3 (S) $375.00 $0.00 $375.00 NA
Course Description: A comprehensive course focusing on all major crime typologies beginning with index crimes, sexual violence against women and children, white collar and organized crime, political and governmental crime and ending with criminal justice solutions to crime from the perspectives of peacemaking and postmodern criminology. There will also be an introduction to juvenile delinquency. Different theories of crime causation, crime data and methods of research and patterns of victimization will be explored.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
Excelsior College CJ 324 CRIMINOLOGY U N/A 0 IA 3.0 (S) $750.00 $0.00 $750.00 NA
Course Description: This course provides an in-depth study of the nature and causes of crime and antisocial behavior. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the course focuses on explanations through criminal topologies and criminological theories. Topics range from crime causation to the extent of crime, victimization, and social and psychological theories. Students will also explore various types of criminality such as violence, property, public offenses.

12.03.09 CRIMINOLOGY

Institution Course Dept Course Number Course Title Level of Instruct Lessons Supervised Exams Media Support Code Credit Hours Tuition Special Fees Total Cost Foot Note Code
Postsecondary Courses
University of Florida CCJ 3664 VICTIMOLOGY U 12 2 CA, E, IA, SG 3 (S) $437.28 $100.00 $537.28 O
Footnote: Please Note: Tuition listed above is only applicable for Florida Residents. Tuition for Non-Florida Residents who are also Non-UF Students is $529.50. All other fees and book costs are the same.
Course Description: The role of victims in crimes, their treatment by the criminal justice system, their decisions to report crimes and help prosecute offenders, victim assistance, and victim compensation. Special focus on sexual battery and domestic violence.
 
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