312 CJ 1350. Introduction to Forensic Science (3) An introduction to the various types of physical evidence commonly encountered at crime scenes (e.g., fingerprints, hairs, fibers, drugs, glass, etc.), including discussion of comparison and identification techniques (i.e., optical examination/comparison, instrumental analysis, and many chemical processes) used of the analysis of such physical evidence. CJ 2110. Introduction to Security (3) Examination of the diverse components which make up the security function. Principles and concepts in physical security, loss control and crime prevention. CJ 2330. Juvenile Justice (3) Origin, philosophy, and development of the juvenile justice system, particularly the juvenile court. Emphasis placed upon laws, detention, adjudication, probation, after-care, foster homes, and other alternative correctional practices. CJ 2350. Laws of Evidence (3) Deals with the principles and rules of law emphasizing evidentiary problems related to criminal cases. CJ 2360. Juvenile Law and Procedure (3) Juvenile justice system emphasizing Utah law and procedure. Studies differences between juvenile and adult systems, delinquent acts, juvenile treatment as adults and role and function of probation, youth corrections, family services and the community. CJ 2810. Experimental Course (1-3) This number is used for newly developed experimental courses. CJ 2860. Criminal Justice Field Experience (3) Field experience in an internship with city, county, and state criminal justice agencies. Registration is by permission of the instructor. Students may take this course twice for a total of six (6) credit hours, with consent of instructor. CJ 2890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-6) Open to all students in the Criminal Justice Department who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. CJ 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title with the credit authorized will appear in the semester schedule and on the student transcript. CJ 3020. Criminal Justice Management (3) Current command level problems and trends in criminal justice organizations and management including work environment, motivation, leadership, morale, discipline, evaluation, planning, and functioning of line and staff. CJ DV3040. Community Policing (3) Problem solving and the development of community trust are integral to community policing. The philosophy, concepts and methods in support of identifying the issues in a community that relate to crime are outlined and studied. The goal of creating healthy neighborhoods and sustaining the quality of neighborhood life are explained in detail. Crime is pervasive in American society, but victims and criminals have identified characteristics. These characteristics impact certain neighborhoods more than others. These characteristics and issues surrounding them are explored and researched. CJ 3060. Corrections in the Community (3) An overview of community based correctional programs focusing upon the historical origin, development, and current practices in probation, parole, the halfway house, work and educational release, as well as furlough programs. CJ 3080. Criminal Courts (3) Study of the American criminal trial-level court. Students shall examine the theory and reality of criminal court processing including an in-depth look at the roles and practices of prosecutors, defense attorneys, and judges. Special attention will be paid to the relationships among these actors, the system's dependency on plea bargaining, and jury behavior. CJ 3110. Issues in Security and Loss Prevention (3) Analytical evaluation of the major types and causes of internal and external crimes occurring in business enterprises. Examination of motives and methods of those committing profit-draining crimes. CJ 3130. Investigation of Computer Crime (3) Deals with the threats, vulnerabilities, and risks of unauthorized system access. Understanding the modus operandi of criminal acts associated with computer crime and how to investigate them. Cryptography and network security will be closely examined. CJ 3140. Corrections Law (3) This course studies the law as it pertains to the corrections field. It includes an examination of the 8th Amendment rights and law effecting probation, incarceration, and parole. CJ 3270. Criminology (3) Study of the nature, extent, causes, and treatment of crime, (cross-listed with Soclgy 3270.) CJ 3300. Victimology (3) The problems and dilemmas faced by crime victims. Victimization risk factors. The systemic and societal creation of victims. Relationships between victims and offenders. Crime victim compensation and reparations. The historic treatment and emerging roles of the crime victim in the criminal justice process. CJ 3350. The American Jail (3) Course critically examines the American jail with particular emphasis on history, management, operations and contemporary issues. CJ DV3360. Prisons - Contemporary Issues and Dilemmas (3) A course which focuses upon the contemporary adult prison with a particular emphasis upon current problems, issues and dilemmas. Diversity issues such as integration of the prison work force by women and minorities as well as the problems of elderly, women, and minority inmates will be examined. CJ 3400. Drugs and Crime (3) The historic, economic, social and political roles of legal and illegal drugs; their contribution to crime of many kinds, accidents, and impacts on the criminal justice system; production and distribution systems; efforts to combat; decriminalization, prevention and treatment. CJ 3600. Criminal Justice Statistics (3) An introduction to statistics and data analysis for use in criminal justice and the social sciences. CJ 4060. Special Problems in Criminal Justice (3) Causes and prevention of white collar, organized crime, gangs and other current interest topics selected by the instructor. CJ 4100. Laws of Arrest, Search and Seizure (3) Critically exams case law and statutes dealing with arrest, search and seizure and liability concerns for officers in this area. WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY 2003-2004 CATALOG