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CSIT 284 - Cooperative Education II
4 Credit(s).
Provides academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in a chosen career field; requires meeting of general course goals and jointly-developed co-op objectives selected and evaluated by the faculty coordinator, work place supervisor and the student. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.
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CONT 101 - Construction Blueprint Reading
3 Credit(s).
Introduces orthographic projection, terminology, dimensioning, symbols, working to scales, schedules, material lists and details, pictorial representation, and basic parallel projection drafting techniques; discusses many diverse areas requiring the reading and/or interpretation of blueprints as related to the construction industry. 3 lecture hours per week. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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CONT 102 - Construction Craft II
6 Credit(s).
Is awarded after completion of a three-, four-, or five-year Craft Apprenticeship program. This course provides for the awarding of articulated credits after completing a craft apprenticeship program that complies with approved standards set by the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council or other apprenticeship governing boards. The class is to recognize the work completed in the second year of the apprenticeship.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of Craft Apprenticeship recognized by the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training council or other apprenticeship governing boards.
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CONT 103 - Construction Craft III
6 Credit(s).
Is awarded after completion of a three-, four-, or five-year Craft Apprenticeship program. This course provides for the awarding of articulated credits after completing a craft apprenticeship program that complies with approved standards set by the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council or other apprenticeship governing boards. The class is to recognize the work completed in the third year of the apprenticeship.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of Craft Apprenticeship recognized by the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training council or other apprenticeship governing boards.
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CONT 104 - Construction Craft IV
6 Credit(s).
Is awarded after completion of a three-, four-, or five-year Craft Apprenticeship program. This course provides for the awarding of articulated credits after completing a craft apprenticeship program that complies with approved standards set by the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council or other apprenticeship governing boards. The class is to recognize the work completed in the fourth year of the apprenticeship.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of Craft Apprenticeship recognized by the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training council or other apprenticeship governing boards.
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CONT 105 - Construction Craft V
6 Credit(s).
Is awarded after completion of a three-, four-, or five-year Craft Apprenticeship program. This course provides for the awarding of articulated credits after completing a craft apprenticeship program that complies with approved standards set by the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council or other apprenticeship governing boards. The class is to recognize the work completed in the fifth year of the apprenticeship.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of Craft Apprenticeship recognized by the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training council or other apprenticeship governing boards.
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CONT 106 - Construction Materials and Methods
3 Credit(s).
Studies the basic construction materials and methods from a practical standpoint; introduces the Construction Management Technology curriculum including use and application of concrete, masonry, wood products, steel, bituminous materials, finishes, paints, site investigation and preparation, job layout, foundations, floor and wall structures, and roof systems. 3 lecture hours per week. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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CONT 116 - Practices of Residential Construction
3 Credit(s).
Studies the current construction methods and materials used for various types of residential structures; introduces site development and preparation, job layout, and materials and methods for frame and masonry construction. 3 lecture hours per week. Offered Spring semester only.
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CONT 121 - Construction Estimating
3 Credit(s).
Includes the study of preliminary, detailed, and quantity estimates as currently practiced in the industry; discusses interrelationship of plans, specifications, and the contract. 3 lecture hours per week. Courses offered Spring semester only
Prerequisite(s): CONT 106 and or permission of the Construction Management Coordinator
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CONT 126 - Construction Specifications
3 Credit(s).
Studies basic principles of specification development and interpretation; discusses specifications as a legal and technical document in terms of design and construction, as well as interrelationship of specifications, construction law, and materials of construction. 3 lecture hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): CONT 106 or equivalent experience. Offered Spring semester only
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CONT 136 - Construction Contracts and Related Law
3 Credit(s).
Involves the study of legal factors associated with the business operations of a construction company; includes a practical approach to the law as it relates to such topics as contracts, intra professional relationships, payments, bonds, liens, labor laws, joint ventures, and an introduction to specifications, insurance, and governmental regulations. 3 lecture hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
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CONT 151 - Construction Planning and Scheduling
3 Credit(s).
Covers the planning elements necessary before and during a construction project; discusses topics as separate and interrelated subjects in order to demonstrate the need for manpower, materials, and equipment coordination emphasizing importance of good planning upon projected job costs and profits. 3 lecture hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): CONT 106 and or permission of the Construction Management Coordinator
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CONT 166 - Construction Supervision and Leadership
3 Credit(s).
Covers the principles and skills required of a supervisor to develop sound managerial practices; employs a humanistic approach to management problems and studies its influence on efficiency, productivity and employee morale. 3 lecture hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
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CONT 246 - Construction Claims and Changes
3 Credit(s).
Discusses procedures for the administration and processing of contract claims and changes; traces claims and change orders from initiation in the field to final resolution. 3 lecture hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): CONT 136 and or permission of the Construction Management Coordinator
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CONT 254 - Construction Project Management
3 Credit(s).
Covers the basic skills and knowledge necessary to function as a construction project management professional. Course topics include a wide range of subjects including project delivery techniques, project coordination/administration, and project close out. The course topics are approaches as separate and interrelated subjects to demonstrate the need for solid leadership as well as the importance of good planning upon project cost and profits. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): CONT 106 or equivalent experience
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CONT 255 - Construction Procurement and Contracting
3 Credit(s).
Introduces procurement and contracting requirements for the various elements of a construction project. Begins with a review of plans and specifications and then develops skills in pre-bid procedures. This includes competitive and comparative techniques leading to the work package values to be included in the review of bid prices, buying techniques, and ethical practices. Standard contracting, purchase order forms, and other documents and effective negotiating strategies are studied. 3 lecture hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): CONT 106 or equivalent experience
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CONT 256 - Construction Cost Control
3 Credit(s).
Discusses the needs of the construction industry that require unique cost control methods; includes study of records of labor, material, and equipment and expands upon the techniques of identifying, recording, measuring, and evaluating financial information. 3 lecture hours per week Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): CONT 106 and or permission of the Construction Management Coordinator
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CONT 257 - Building Information Modeling (BIM)
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the concepts, history, processes, and standards of the practice of BIM within the construction industry. The class will include an overview of participants, contracts, implementation strategies, and interoperability of current and future technologies. A BIM execution plan will be developed utilizing the concepts covered. This is a Capstone class and students should have taken most of the Construction Management courses or have a background in the construction, CADD, and/or architectural field(s). 3 lecture hours Course is offered once a year (fall or spring).
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CONT 283 - Cooperative Education II
3 Credit(s).
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CRJU 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
3 Credit(s).
Discusses the history, philosophy and social development of police, courts, and corrections in a democratic society; covers identification and operations of local, state and federal agencies, emphasizing criminal justice career orientation. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ACLT 052 OR
Corequisite(s): ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054
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CRJU 102 - Survey of Legal Issues
3 Credit(s).
Analyzes legal issues in the criminal justice system that would be of interest to the criminal justice professional. Topics may include current Supreme Court issues, hate crime, domestic violence, gun control, the death penalty, police civil liability, privacy rights, wrongful conviction and public policy, reforms to the justice system and law enforcement counter-terrorism activities. Course offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 106 - Criminal Justice Management
3 Credit(s).
Provides an overview of the agencies that comprise the criminal justice system. Topics discussed include organizational structures, administrative procedures, and theories related to the practice of criminal justice management. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 110 - Criminal Investigation
3 Credit(s).
Studies the fundamental principles and procedures employed in the investigation of crime; emphasizes investigation of specific crimes, identification of information sources and procedures required for the handling of evidence, and develops a working knowledge of investigation techniques. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 111 - Investigation of Fires
3 Credit(s).
Presents the basic chemistry and physics of fire and the techniques used in the investigation of fires. Topics include methods used in determining the cause of a fire and its origin, and distinguishing between accidental and incendiary fires. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 112 - Criminalistics
3 Credit(s).
Introduces students to crime scene investigation and the analysis of physical evidence typically found at crime scenes. The focus is on crime scene management, recognition, documentation, collection, preservation, and processing crime scene evidence. CRJU 113 is the laboratory associated with this course. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052
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CRJU 113 - Criminalistics Lab
1 Credit(s).
Provides students with hands-on experience in crime scene management and the processing and analyses of crime scene evidence. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Lab Fee: $50.00
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CRJU 114 - Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs
3 Credit(s).
Examines the history and development of national and international drug trafficking including the implementation of national and international laws governing controlling illegal substances. It also focuses on the identification of controlled dangerous substances and related paraphernalia including their effects, sources of selected drugs of abuse, and the economic impact on the economy. Course offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 116 - Organized Crime
3 Credit(s).
Examines the history of organized crime and its role in contemporary society. It also examines how federal agencies intervene in the organized crime systems. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 118 - Computer-Related Crime
3 Credit(s).
Explores the types and extent of current computer crime, criminal typology and the motivation of offenders. The criminal justice system responses to computer related crime will also be explored through the issues of computer forensics for evidence collection, constitutional protections afforded computer users and the procedural law that governs cybercrime detection and prosecution. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 120 - Criminal Law
3 Credit(s).
Studies substantive criminal law as it is applied at local, state, and federal levels; examines elements of crimes as prosecuted in a court of law and the sources and types of criminal law. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 or and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 ; or ; and CRJU 101 or written permission from instructor required
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CRJU 122 - Criminal Justice and the Constitution
3 Credit(s).
Studies development of the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and XIV Amendment; discusses the U.S. Supreme Court and its authority to interpret the constitution and laws, civil liability and its relationship to criminal law, double jeopardy, and constitutional issues such as judicial review, criminal rights, and due process. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 126 - Vehicle Laws and Accident Investigation
3 Credit(s).
Introduces Maryland and Federal vehicle laws. Discusses offenses, citation/arrest, and accident investigation. Students utilize the Maryland Automated Accident Reporting System. Teaches procedures and coding for the accident reporting system. Was PLAW 126, earn credit for one only. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Same As: LGST 126 , earn credit for one only.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 128 - Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
3 Credit(s).
Examines civil rights and civil liberties within the framework of the U.S. Constitution and U.S. Supreme Court decisions. It covers the significant rights provided by the Bill of Rights as interpreted by the courts and the impact of the 14th Amendment on equal protection claims. Additionally, administrative, criminal, and civil remedies for civil rights violations are discussed. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 130 - Introduction to Corrections
3 Credit(s).
Examines correctional systems as they relate to the administration of justice. It also emphasizes the history of corrections and the various forms of criminal sanctions imposed at local, state, and federal levels. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 132 - Treatment and Rehabilitation of the Adult Offender
3 Credit(s).
Examines the state and federal institutional types of rehabilitation methods, educational and vocational programs, and specialized treatment for criminals in community and institutional settings. It also examines the local institutions responsible for the detained-awaiting trial and the short-term sentenced prisoner as well as introduces the modern concept of community corrections. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 134 - Probation and Parole
3 Credit(s).
Examines the history, development, use and value of both probation and parole as part of the criminal justice system. Additionally, the course examines the Maryland State Division of Parole and Probation, the laws and administrative regulations that govern this agency, and the roles of those who supervise probationers and parolees. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 136 - Correctional Services and the Community
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the role of the community in assisting inmates in the post-release experience; discusses methods to improve relations between the correctional system and the community including resources available in Maryland with recommended additional services. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 139 - Interviewing & Counseling Techniques
3 Credit(s).
Distinguish between interviewing, counseling, and psychotherapy; demonstrate communication skills that enhance the exchange of information between the interviewer and the subject; interpret messages exchanged in verbal and nonverbal communication; identify ingredients of a helping relationship; describe barriers that prevent the accurate exchange of information; discuss planning strategies for successful interviewing; determine and evaluate outcome goals for intervention; define treatment theories currently available to community workers; analyze treatment planning and implementation; and demonstrate competence in multiculturally-sensitive basic interviewing skills. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Same As: HUMS 139 . Earn credit for one only.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 140 - Police Administration
3 Credit(s).
Explores the administration of police agencies and the management of their hierarchical components. Additionally, it examines the internal structure of the police organization and the functions that deal directly with the public. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 142 - Law Enforcement and the Community
3 Credit(s).
Examines the relationship between law enforcement officers and the community they serve. Topics include policing in a culturally diverse society, ethics, and the public image of the police. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 150 - Introduction to Private Security
3 Credit(s).
Examines the private security field, including its history and organizational structure, strategies and tactics; legal and ethical issues; and employment possibilities. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 152 - Security Problems
3 Credit(s).
Examines the major problems of security in settings including college campuses, hospitals, aircraft, industrial plants, industrial piracy, public utilities, and municipal and state buildings. It also examines current security challenges and existing methods of dealing with them efficiently and effectively. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 153 - Private Investigation
3 Credit(s).
Introduces students to the field of private investigation and its relationship to the criminal justice system. Emphasis is placed on local and national licensing regulations, scope of operations, legal considerations, civil law, and professional ethics. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 160 - Introduction to Homeland Security
3 Credit(s).
Provides students with the framework for understanding domestic and global terrorism and the role that both public and private homeland security personnel play in homeland security and emergency management. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 201 - Criminal Justice Seminar
3 Credit(s).
Offers comprehensive group analysis of selected criminal justice topics. It introduces students to a wide range of specialized topics within the criminal justice system. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): CRJU 101
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CRJU 202 - Criminology
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the student to the basic theories, fundamental facts, and problems associated with the science of criminology; focuses on providing a systematic basis for the study of criminals and criminal behavior as related to the criminal justice system. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Same As: SOCL 202 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 203 - Victims of Crime
3 Credit(s).
Examines the process of victimization, the impact of specific types of crime, and the victims’ role in the Criminal Justice System. It includes a focus on victim-centered approaches and the emerging emphasis on restorative justice to better integrate the needs of crime victims into the system. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 ; RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 ; or ; and MATH 081
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CRJU 204 - Comparative Crime and Criminal Justice
3 Credit(s).
Compares the structure and operation of the government, police, courts, and corrections of various countries. In addition, the course examines international substantive criminal law and criminal procedural law, response to crime and international government and police cooperation. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 , RDNG 052 OR ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or and CRJU 101 or written consent of instructor.
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CRJU 205 - Sex Crimes
3 Credit(s).
This course focuses on perpetrators and victims of sex crimes. The course examines the etiology and behaviors related to sexual perpetrators, the impact of sexual victimization and the criminal justice system’s response to these populations. The impact of working with these populations on criminal justice professionals is also discussed. NOTE: Course offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): or and or ; or and
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CRJU 211 - Women in Criminal Justice System
3 Credit(s).
Examines the role of women in the Criminal Justice System as offenders, victims, and professionals. Each area has been impacted by stereotypes that portray women as passive and dependent. Students will look at the historical development and current roles of women in law enforcement, judicial proceedings, and corrections. Emphasis is placed on current policies that attempt to increase equity in legal, professional, and program practices. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 220 - Criminal Procedure and Evidence
3 Credit(s).
Examines the principles related to the admissibility of physical and testimonial evidence in a criminal trial. The course reviews court decisions and court regulations that address these matters. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): CRJU 101
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CRJU 223 - Juvenile Delinquency
3 Credit(s).
Studies the causes, volume, and trends in delinquent behavior by children; examines the efforts of social control agencies to predict, prevent, treat, and control juvenile delinquency with emphasis on the organization and procedures used to implement social policies to reduce the incidence of delinquent acts. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Same As: EDTR 223 and SOCL 223 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or ESOL 052 or
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CRJU 225 - Constitutional Law
3 Credit(s).
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CRJU 230 - Advanced Studies in Correctional Administration
3 Credit(s).
Provides students with the capacity to develop and evaluate policies and procedures in all parts of the correctional administration arena. Judicial decisions which impact correctional administration will be examined along with practical and operational decisions relating to correctional administration. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): CRJU 101
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CRJU 240 - Advanced Police Administration
3 Credit(s).
Provides advanced study of law enforcement administrative and operational processes as they apply to a modern police agency. It discusses the problems related to the allocation of police resources, community relationships, investigation challenges and the use of technology and informational systems. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): CRJU 101 and CRJU 140
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CRJU 250 - Ethics and Diversity in Criminal Justice
3 Credit(s).
Examines the decision-making process in criminal justice as it relates to discretion, due process, integrity and discrimination. The course emphasizes the rights, dignity and worth of all people impacted - criminal justice personnel, crime victims, and those accused and convicted of crimes. It also examines the challenge of administering justice effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural community. Students will apply ethical and unbiased considerations to current issues (such as race, ethnicity, age, gender and sexual orientation) facing the criminal justice professional. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): CRJU 101 and ENGL 101 or permission of Criminal Justice Department Chair.
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CRJU 252 - Legal Issues for Security Personnel
3 Credit(s).
Examines legal problems in the private security sector. Topics include powers and restrictions of private police, a comparison of the power of private police with those of public law enforcement agencies, and civil liability as covered through current case studies. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): CRJU 101
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CRJU 258 - Social Justice in the Urban Community
3 Credit(s).
Examines agencies and processes involved in criminal justice in the urban community. It also examines the role of the media in problem creation and problem resolution in the urban community and discusses continuing dynamics and the effects of discrimination and prejudice. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): CRJU 101
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CRJU 259 - Criminological Perspectives
3 Credit(s).
Examines major paradigms and theories that form the foundation of criminal justice and criminology. It also examines the range of explanations of criminal behavior focusing on attempts to integrate perspectives and theories. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): CRJU 202 or SOCL 202
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CRJU 273 - Criminal Justice Internship
3 Credit(s).
Provides students an opportunity to apply classroom learning to the work environment. It also assists students in identifying potential employment opportunities in the criminal justice field and provides critical skills necessary to acquire a job in this area. The internship is required for all degree or certificate-seeking students in the Criminal Justice program. This course requires seventy-five (75) hours of work with an approved criminal justice agency and an additional forty (40) hours of written assignments for a total of 115 hours of work completed. course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): , , and with a minimum overall GPA of 2.0 or approval of program coordinator
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DCOM 101 - Introduction to Data Communications
3 Credit(s).
Provides an overview of computer networking including servers, switches, routers, LAN’s, WAN’s, network protocols, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, network topologies, and wireless. Topics include network design, implementation, and management, security configuration, and troubleshooting. Designed for a student pursuing a career in networking. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Corequisite(s): CSIT 101
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DCOM 141 - Introduction to PC Repair and Operation
4 Credit(s).
Designed to provide an introduction to the expansive microcomputer field. Upon completion of this course, the student will have a basic technical understanding of the function and operation of the major elements of personal computer systems. The course focuses on microcomputer operating systems, broad concepts, and diagnostic tools that allow the student to rapidly determine the condition of a PC system and how best to rectify a fault. This is the first of a two-course sequence designed to help prepare students for the CompTIA A+ certification examination. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): CSIT 101 or consent of Program Coordinator
Lab Fee: $15.00
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DCOM 142 - Introduction to Linux/UNIX
3 Credit(s).
Provides students with the fundamental concepts of Linux and other UNIX and UNIX-like operating systems. Students will use command line utilities, learn basics of shell scripting, pipes, redirection, filename generation and programming fundamentals. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): CSIT 101 or DCOM 101 or DCOM 141 .
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DCOM 161 - Fiber Optics
3 Credit(s).
Examines the fundamental principles behind basic data and voice transmission via fiber optic cable; covers light theory, refraction, reflection, critical angle, cable mode and index ratings, and installation and termination techniques. This course is taught in a combination lecture and hands-on format. Courses offered less than once a year.
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DCOM 201 - Windows Professional
4 Credit(s).
Students will install, configure, manage, maintain, and troubleshoot Microsoft’s client/workstation operating system. Topics include: User and group management, disk configuration, protocol installation and configuration, network connectivity, security and performance optimization. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 101
Corequisite(s): or
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DCOM 202 - Windows Server
4 Credit(s).
Students will install, configure, manage, maintain, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Server operating system. Topics include: Server administration, disk mirroring, Active Directory, NTFS permissions, global groups, remote management and performance monitoring. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): or or
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DCOM 203 - Windows Network Infrastructure
4 Credit(s).
Students will implement and configure a secure network infrastructure that ensures reliable network connectivity. Topics include: installation of network protocols and services, TCP/IP, subnetting, routing, internetworking, remote access, DNS, encryption, and authentication. Helps prepare for the MCP exam. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s):
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DCOM 205 - Directory Services Infrastructure
4 Credit(s).
Students will install, configure and manage Windows Active Directory domains, servers, and workstations. Topics include: Active Directory design, implementation, and configuration; Active Directory sites, domains, and organizational units, and group policy configuration. Helps prepare for MCP exam. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 202 or written permission from program coordinator required
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DCOM 206 - SQL Server
4 Credit(s).
presents the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Microsoft’s SQL Server. This course, taught in a combination lecture and hands-on format, prepares students for one of the Microsoft MCP exams required for MCSA and/or MCSE certification.
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DCOM 207 - Exchange Server
4 Credit(s).
Presents the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Microsoft’s Exchange Server. This course taught in a combination lecture and hands-on format, prepares students for one of the Microsoft MCP exams required for MCSA and/or MCSE certification.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 202 or written permission from program coordinator required
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DCOM 208 - Designing Network Infrastructure
4 Credit(s).
Presents the methodology to design Microsoft networking environments. Students will perform tasks performed by Network Engineers. This course taught in a combination lecture and hands-on format, prepares students for one of the Microsoft MCP exams required for MCSA and/or MCSE certification.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 202 or written permission from program coordinator required
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DCOM 210 - Windows Network Security
4 Credit(s).
Enables the student to design and implement a secure network infrastructure. Students evaluate an organization’s existing security system; identify weaknesses; and design and implement the hardware, software, and procedures necessary to reduce or eliminate vulnerability to security threats. Students install and securely configure network hardware and software. Taught in a combination of lecture and hands-on format. Prepares students for one of the Microsoft MCP exams required for MCSA and/or MCSE certification.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 202
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DCOM 211 - Introduction to Firewalls
4 Credit(s).
Explores both hardware and software-based firewall systems. The material covered in this course provides the broad-based knowledge and skills necessary to prepare students to design, implement, and administer firewall systems. In today’s computing environments, system/network/security administrators must understand how to protect their assets from attacks. Firewall systems are the first line of defense administrators use to protect these assets. Therefore, a thorough grounding in the design, implementation and administration of firewall systems, as well as practical, hands-on experience, is a necessity for any system/network/security administrator. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 220 or consent of the Program Coordinator.
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DCOM 212 - Introduction to Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems
4 Credit(s).
Presents students with a thorough introduction to both software and hardware based Intrusion Detection Systems (IDSes) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPSes). This class combines the theoretical concepts and hands-on skills needed to design, implement, and administer both IDSes and IPSes. Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems and critical components of well-designed and secure networks. In some cases, these systems act as a second line of defense, protecting company assets from attacks. A thorough grounding in the design, implementation and administration of these systems is a necessity for any information security professional. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 252 or consent of Program Coordinator.
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DCOM 214 - Operating Systems Security
4 Credit(s).
Provides students with the hands-on skills needed to protect networks from the inside-out by focusing on Linux and Windows system hardening. The class is designed to help students prepare for professional careers in the information and communication technology (ICT) field and the Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP) certification exam. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 142 or consent of the Program Coordinator.
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DCOM 215 - Ethical Hacking and Systems Defense
4 Credit(s).
Combines an ethical methodology with the hands-on application of security tools to better help students secure their systems. Students are introduced to common countermeasures that effectively reduce and/or mitigate attacks. The class is designed to help students prepare for professional careers in the information and communication technology (ICT) field and the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification exam. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Program Coordinator.
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DCOM 217 - Cisco I - Network Fundamentals
4 Credit(s).
Provides students with classroom and laboratory experiences in current and emerging networking technologies. The class is designed to help students prepare for professional careers in the information and communication technology (ICT) field and the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Corequisite(s): DCOM 101 or consent of the Program Coordinator.
Lab Fee: $15.00
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DCOM 218 - Cisco II - Routing Protocols and Concepts
4 Credit(s).
Introduces the student to the architecture, components and operation of routers. This class also explains the principles of routing and the primary routing process. This class is designed to help students prepare for professional careers in the information and communication technology (ICT) field and the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 217 or consent of the Program Coordinator.
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DCOM 219 - Cisco III - LAN Switching and Wireless
4 Credit(s).
Provides a comprehensive approach to learning the technologies and protocols needed to design and implement a converged switched network. The class is designed to help students prepare for professional careers in the information and communication technology (ICT) field and the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Corequisite(s): DCOM 218 or consent of the program coordinator.
Lab Fee: $15.00
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DCOM 220 - Cisco IV - Accessing the WAN
4 Credit(s).
Introduces the Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies and network services required by converged applications in enterprise networks. The class is designed to help students prepare for professional careers in the information and communication technology (ICT) field and the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 219 or consent of the program coordinator.
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DCOM 235 - Comp Sys Oper,Mntc,Trblesht
4 Credit(s).
Deals with the interrelationships between hardware and software at the system level. System components, such as video adapters, mass storage interfaces, and input/output ports, will be introduced and supported through “hands-on” exercises. Diagnostic software will be used to identify and isolate faulty devices and sub-systems. This is the second of a two-course sequence designed to help prepare students for the CompTIA A+ certification examinations. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 141 or consent of Program Coordinator
Lab Fee: $15.00
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DCOM 242 - Linux Shell Scripting
4 Credit(s).
Explores advanced concepts of Linux/UNIX shell scripting languages. Various versions of Linux/UNIX shells will be discussed, including the Bourne, Korn, and bash shells as well as an introduction to Perl, Tk/Tcl, and CGI. Students will write shell programs in AIX and Linux environments. Emphasis will be placed on writing scripts to support system and network configuration, interfaces for system utilities, and user programs. This course is taught in a combination of lecture and hands-on environment. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 142 and permission of the Red Hat Academy Program Director
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DCOM 244 - Red Hat Linux Core Essentials
3 Credit(s).
Introduces students to the procedures, processes, commands, and tools needed to become a Red Hat Enterprise Linux power user. This is the first of a two course series designed to prepare students to successfully complete the Red Hat RHCT Certification Exam. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 142 and permission of the Red Hat Academy Program Director
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DCOM 251 - Local Area Networks
4 Credit(s).
Exposes students to this important network component through lecture and laboratory experiences; covers planning, installation, maintenance, and management of Local Area Networks (LANs). Taught in a combination of lecture and hands-on format. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 101 or written permission from program coordinator required
Lab Fee: $15.00
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DCOM 252 - Advanced TCP/IP
3 Credit(s).
Surveys the various protocols that comprise today’s converging communication and state-of-the-art networks. This course is intended for anyone wishing to understand how communication and network protocols operate: programmers writing network applications, system administrators responsible for maintaining systems and networks utilizing the various protocols, and users who deal with network applications on a daily basis. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 251 or consent of the Program Coordinator
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DCOM 258 - Introduction to Information Security
3 Credit(s).
Serves the needs of students interested in understanding the field of information Security and how it relates to other areas of information technology (IT). The material covered in this class provides the broad-based knowledge and skills necessary to prepare students for further study in specialized security fields, or may be used by those interested in a general introduction in the field. This course is also intended to serve the needs of those seeking to pass the Computing Technology Industry Association’s (Comp TIA) Security+ certification. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 101 or consent of the Program Director.
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DCOM 259 - Red Hat Linux System Administration
4 Credit(s).
Introduces students to the procedures, commands, and tools needed to become a Red Hat Enterprise Linux System Administrator. Students learn in a combination lecture, web, and hands-on environment those skills needed to install, configure, and troubleshoot Red Hat Linux Systems including networking and services. This is the second of a two course series designed to prepare students to successfully complete the Red Hat RHCT Certification Exam. Taught in a combination of lecture and hands-on format. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 244 or written permission from program director required
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DCOM 262 - Applied Information Security
4 Credit(s).
Functions as the capstone course in the Network Security Certificate program. Students work in teams to carry out an in-depth study of the class network that includes: developing comprehensive security policies and procedures, conducting a vulnerability assessment, utilizing network security tools, methodologies, and best practices to secure the network and its related systems and services, detecting and responding to an intrusion, anticipating and protecting the network from future intrusion, and identifying relevant regulatory, legal, and ethical issues. Taught in a combination of lecture and hands-on format. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): DCOM 261 or written permission from program director required
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DCOM 271 - Internship II
1 Credit(s).
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DCOM 272 - Internship II
2 Credit(s).
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DCOM 273 - Internship II
3 Credit(s).
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DCOM 274 - Internship II
4 Credit(s).
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DANC 108 - Fundamentals of Hip Hop
2 Credit(s).
Introduces the technique of and cultural influences on the contemporary hip hop dance style. The course provides practice of hip-hop technique and explores the cultural influences of music, graffiti, text and attire on his dance form. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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DANC 110 - Folk and Social Dance
1 Credit(s).
Introduces the dance forms of different cultures; covers international and American folk dances, social forms, and ballroom. Note: Credit may be earned for DANC 110 or PELF 110, but not for both. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 or and permission of Dance coordinator
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DANC 111 - Folk and Social Dance: Methods and Materials
3 Credit(s).
Introduces dance forms of different cultures with emphasis on rhythmic analysis; provides opportunity to learn and teach folk and social dances, including ballroom. Three hours a week. Note: Credit may be earned for DANC 111 or PEMJ 111, but not for both. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 or ; or and permission of Dance Coordinator
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DANC 114 - Fundamentals of Ballet I
2 Credit(s).
Introduces the technique and discipline of classical ballet; includes barre work, body alignment, center and locomotor skills, dynamic variety and musicality. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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DANC 115 - Fundamentals of Ballet II
2 Credit(s).
Continues the study of the technique and discipline of classical ballet at the fundamental level; includes barre work, body alignment, center and locomotor skills, dynamic variety and musicality. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 114 or consent of Dance Coordinator
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DANC 120 - Fundamentals of Modern Dance I
2 Credit(s).
Introduces the fundamentals of modern dance technique; includes floor work, body alignment and integration, locomotor skills, dynamic variety, and musicality. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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DANC 121 - Fundamentals of Modern Dance II
2 Credit(s).
Provides continued training in modern dance at the fundamental level. Students refine on floor work, body alignment and integration, locomotor skills, dynamic variety, and musicality at the fundamental level. Note: This course may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 credit hours. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 120 or consent of Dance Coordinator
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DANC 126 - Modern Dance: Technique and Repertory
1 Credit(s).
Refines technical skills in Modern Dance and deepens understanding of the body as an instrument of expression; includes dance technique practice, improvisation to develop creativity and rehearsal of movement phrases or dances from repertory leading to enhanced performance skills. Course offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 120 or DANC 121 or consent of Dance Coordinator
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