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  • CRJ 3800: Crime Scene Imaging

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course is designed to expose students to the crime scene imaging process while learning traditional film, video and digital imaging techniques. Techniques and methods of crime scene imaging focus on practical exercises as well as general viewports of crime scene documentation. Topics include the fundamentals of photographing scenes from general to specific utilizing the overall, middle range and close-up "three-step" method. Crime scene imaging techniques, both basic and advanced, will be discussed and practiced while photographing mock crime scenes. The advanced technique of crime scene imaging includes the use of digital cameras; the digital darkroom; crime scene panorama; creation of court charts; and the enhancement and analysis of latent prints, footwear, tire impressions, questioned documents, security video image enhancement and restoration, etc
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  • CRJ 3840: Problems in Policing

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course involves discussion and study of specific problems of law enforcement and policing in contemporary American society. It emphasizes the development, nature and function of law enforcement as it relates to public criminal justice rather than private sector justice. Topical coverage consists of ethics, corruption, deadly force and civil liabilities, and other dilemmas commonly faced in the modern police system.
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  • CRJ 3850: Crime and the Media

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course will analyze media violence and its potential influence on various audiences. Specific variables will be examined in relation to aggression and consequently, violence. Violence will be examined within different media contexts - including news, film, television, pornography, advertising and Internet. The daily repetition of media violence will also be examined as it promotes the normalization and legitimization of violent behaviors. This course will also examine violence and aggression in relation to its historical, cultural, and contemporary influences and sources.
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  • CRJ 3970: Law and Evidence

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course is a comprehensive review of evidentiary principles and reveals how judges and trial lawyers actually think about evidentiary rules - particularly the Federal Rules of Evidence. It will show how evidentiary issues arise before and during trial. The course will logically track the stages of a trial, from the opening statement(s) through direct examination, cross examination and closing arguments. Students will be required to advocate their respective case utilizing the evidentiary principles in a real criminal court environment and must use due diligence in preparing their respective roles.
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  • CRJ 3990: Special Topics in CJ

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    Focused examinations of an emerging and dynamic problem or issue are in the study and practice of criminal justice. Special subject matter not ordinarily covered in the existing curricula can be presented by interested faculty. Examples include but are not limited to: alternative punishment schemes, euthanasia and mercy killing, civil disobedience and the rule of law, minorities in the justice system, affirmative action policy, and police use of force and women in criminal justice.
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  • CRJ 4050: Cyber Security

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    Many aspects of our lives rely on the Internet and computers, including digital media communications (email, cell phones, texting, social media), government records, financial information, personal medical record. How are the data and the computer systems on which that data resides kept safe? The increasing volume and sophistication of cyber security threats including cyber terrorism, targeting phishing scams, identity theft, and other online vulnerabilities-demand that we remain vigilant about securing our homeland, computer systems and personal information. Cyber security is an emerging area within the criminal justice/homeland security discipline. This course is designed to expose students to legal and technical aspects of cyber security. Students are able to learn and apply their knowledge and skills to identify and address the risks and damages associated with, digital fraud and cyber crimes, including computer crime, cyber terrorism, identity theft, cyber hacking and cyber virus and malicious code.
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  • CRJ 4100: Multiculturalism in CJ Systems

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    Students examine unique issues raised by race, ethnicity, and gender when analyzed in relationship to crime and the criminal justice system.
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  • CRJ 4200: Leadership and Ethics in CJ

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course is a survey of ethical issues for practitioners within the criminal justice system and the principles and theories of effective leadership. Topics include: styles of leadership, the leadership framework, ethics of decision-making, and the ethical dilemmas that those working in criminal justice.
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  • CRJ 4250: Admin & Mgt of CJ Orgs

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This required course provides the student with a comprehensive understanding of various topics related to the administration and management of our nation's formal criminal justice organizations. Organizational and managerial theories along with specific and current issues/topics relevant to the daily operations of each branch of the criminal justice system will be examined and explored.
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  • CRJ 4280: Criminal Intelligence Analysis

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course will focus on the intelligence function and its use in crime analysis. It will introduce students to analytical techniques and solutions to everyday law enforcement crime analysis problems. Special attention will be given to understanding crime patterns and trends. Cases related to terrorism, organized crimes, white-collar crimes and street crimes will be analyzed and discussed. Intelligence methods of data collection and analysis will be explored and applied to crime analysis.
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