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CRIJ 1301 Introduction to Criminal Justice (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
This course is a study of history and philosophy of criminal justice including ethical considerations. Topics include the definition of crime, the nature and
impact of crime, an overview of the criminal justice system, law enforcement, court system, prosecution and defense, trial process, and corrections. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4301045124
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CRIJ 1306 Court Systems and Practices (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
The judiciary in the criminal justice system is explained. The structure of the American Court System is defined. Prosecutional right to counsel is explained.
Other areas covered are pretrial release, grand juries, adjudication process, and types of rules of evidence and sentencing. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2201015424
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CRIJ 1307 Crime in America (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
American crime problems are studied in the historical perspective. Social and public policy factors affecting crime are discussed. The impact of crime and
crime trends are shown along with the social characteristics of specific crimes. The prevention of crime is emphasized. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4504015225
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CRIJ 1310 Fundamentals of Criminal Law (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
A study of the nature of criminal law is presented. The philosophical and historical development of criminal law is covered. Major definitions and concepts
are given. The classification of crime is covered. The elements of crimes and penalties are discussed using Texas statutes as illustrations. Criminal
responsibility is defined. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2201015324
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CRIJ 1313 Juvenile Justice System (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
A study of the juvenile justice process. Topics include specialized juvenile law, role of the juvenile law, role of the juvenile courts, role of police agencies, role of correctional agencies, and theories concerning delinquency. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4301045224
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CRIJ 2301 Community Resources in Corrections (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
An overview of diversionary practices and treatment programs available to offenders in a local context. Topics include selected recognized models and future trends in community treatment. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4301045324
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CRIJ 2313 Correctional Systems and Practices (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
A study of the role of corrections in the criminal justice system. Topics include organization and theory of correctional systems, institutional operations, management, alternatives to institutionalization, treatments and rehabilitation, and current and future issues. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4301045424
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CRIJ 2314 Criminal Investigation (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Study of investigative theory, the collection an preservation of evidence, sources of information, concepts of interviewing and interrogation, the use of forensic sciences, and trial preparation. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4301045524
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CRIJ 2323 Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
This course covers police authority, responsibilities, and constitutional constraints. Topics include laws of arrest, search and seizure, and police liability. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4301045624
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CRIJ 2328 Police Systems and Practices (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Exploration of the profession of police officer. Topics include organization of law enforcement systems, the police role, police discretion, ethics, police-community interaction, and current and future issues. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4301045724
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Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.
