Fall 2010 Courses
Classes, instructors and brief descriptions for Fall, 2010 Classes
More details about classes are available here or in PeopleSoft.
CCJS 201 Criminal Justice and Public Policy, Prof. Diana Grant
A systematic analysis of the effectiveness and influence of criminal justice policy and practice throughout the criminal justice system. The focus is on the development and implementation of crime control policy. Satisfies GE, category D1 (Individual and Society).
CCJS 201 Criminal Justice and Public Policy Prof. Michael HooperA systematic analysis of the effectiveness and influence of criminal justice policy and practice throughout the criminal justice system. The focus is on the development and implementation of crime control policy. Satisfies GE, category D1 (Individual and Society).
CCJS 201 Criminal Justice and Public Policy Prof. Kimberly Garth-James
A systematic analysis of the effectiveness and influence of criminal justice policy and practice throughout the criminal justice system. The focus is on the development and implementation of crime control policy. Satisfies GE, category D1 (Individual and Society).
CCJS 370 Seminar: Research Methods, Prof. Diana GrantA consideration of the methods used by criminal justice researchers in a variety of basic and applied settings. Topics include the choice of a problem, ethical issues, the logic of science, measurement, sampling procedures, surveys, coding, experimentation, observation, and summarizing findings.
CCJS 370 Seminar: Research Methods, Prof. Pat Jackson
A consideration of the methods used by criminal justice researchers in a
variety of basic and applied settings. Topics include the choice of a problem,
ethical issues, the logic of science, measurement, sampling procedures, surveys,
coding, experimentation, observation, and summarizing findings.
CCJS 375 Social Interaction and Crime, Prof. F. Deseran
This course applies theories of social interaction and social psychology to understanding crime and reactions to crime in everyday life. We will address several questions. How do "ordinary" people end up engaging in criminal behavior? Why does the American public fear crime so much? How has surveillance become an accepted part of our everyday lives? The ultimate goal of the course is to provide valuable insights into the nature and consequences of crime by examining criminal behavior in the context of social interaction.
I anticipate requiring three texts and additional reading available on the Internet.
Exams will be essay.
Class will be organized into small discussion groups.
CCJS 399, Lecture Series, Prof. F. Deseran
A weekly meeting or meetings offering presentations and discussions by guest lecturers on issues of current interest and importance. May be repeated for a total of 3 units.
CCJS 404, Introduction to Constitutional Law, Prof. Eric WilliamsA survey of selected areas of constitutional law and Supreme Court decisionmaking, considering the political and social influences as well as doctrinal forces which have produced various policies and interpretations.
CCJS 489, Civil Liberties and the Constitution, Prof. Eric WilliamsAn examination of fundamental principles of constitutional law that govern and constrain the powers and operations of criminal justice agencies and their personnel. The rights and immunities guaranteed by the Constitution in general, and the civil liberties, rights, and freedoms protected by the Bill of Rights will be covered.
CCJS 420, Seminar in Criminology, Prof. Pat JacksonAn in-depth analysis of theories of criminal behavior; psychological, sociological, biological factors; professional criminals, white collar crimes, and other selected examples of deviant behavior and their relationship to agencies of social control.
CCJS 441, Deviant Behavior, Prof. F. DeseranThe social causes and consequences of insanity, delinquency, criminality, addiction, social unconventionality, and other "deviant" behavior. Examines the conversion and commitment to deviant worldviews, and the social processes involved in the transformation to a deviant identity
CCJS 450, Punishments and Corrections, Prof. Barbara BloomA consideration of the problems created by pressures to punish and control criminals, the politics of control strategies, the use and misuse of probation and parole, the concept of correction, and alternatives to incarceration.
CCJS 490, Senior Seminar in Criminology & Criminal Justice Studies, Prof. Diana GrantA comprehensive synthesis and examination of the theoretical concepts and empirical findings of other courses in the major curriculum. Areas of special interest to the instructor and the students will be closely studied. Prerequisites: senior standing and/or consent of instructor. Graduation Application submitted to Admissions and Records.
CCJS 494, Restorative Justice Principles, Judge Arnold Rosenfield and Jessalyn Nash
Principles and practices of restorative justice (description forthcoming).
CCJS 497, Juvenile Justice, Prof. Dan MacAllair
An exploration of the nature and extent of juvenile delinquency, including serious or violent crime. The major theories of delinquency causation are reviewed. The course will be devoted to the juvenile justice system and how it processes youths accused of crime. The nature and function of all major segments of the juvenile justice system will be discussed, including law enforcement, juvenile court, and corrections. The legal rights of juveniles will also be reviewed. Finally, the current policy issues in juvenile justice will be explored.
CCJS 499 Internship, Prof. Patrick JacksonIn consultation with the major advisor, the student selects a public, private, or community agency, gains field experience under the supervision of agency heads, and meets with the faculty advisor to discuss progress.
CCJS 499 Internship, Prof. Barbara BloomIn consultation with the major advisor, the student selects a public, private, or community agency, gains field experience under the supervision of agency heads, and meets with the faculty advisor to discuss progress.