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course is a multi-dimensional approach to examine drugs in
society: pharmacology, cultural, legal applications and
psychosocial influence on the individual and the environment.
Elective.
Prerequisite: CRIJ 1301. Spring (odd years)
CRIJ 4304 Criminal Profiling (3-3-0)
Topics include the role
of the criminal profiler in the investigative process, crime
scene reconstruction for purposes of behavioral evidence
analysis, behavior patterns and classification of serial
typologies, criminal motivation, an introduction to relevant
databases, theories and practices, and an examination of
methodologies utilized in the analysis of all aspects of crime.
Spring
CRIJ 4306 Constitutional Law: Liberties and Rights (3-3-
0)
(Also LGLS 4306 and POLS 4306) A study of United States
constitutional law with landmark cases concerning civil
liberties and rights. Topic areas include constitutional
protections of religion and speech; privacy; equal protection
and due process issues; criminal procedures, and cruel and
unusual punishment. This is a continuation of LGLS 4316,
however it may be taken independently of that offering.
Spring
(even years).
CRIJ 4307 Legislating Justice Issues (3-3-0)
(Also POLS
4307) An in-depth study of current issues impacting the
operation and delivery of services within the justice system
through the lens of the legislative process. This course will
explore major issues facing criminal justice today by analyzing
trends, existing policies, and proposed legislation. Statistical
data informing proposed bills during a legislative session will
broaden the scope of the course.
Prerequisite: CRIJ 1301. Spring (odd years)
CRIJ 4308 Death Penalty (3-3-0)
(Also LGLS 4308 and
POLS 4308)
The issue of capital punishment is a much
debated topic in both in and outside the disciplines of political
science and criminal justice. This course involves an
examination of historical, political, legal, social, religious, and
economic implications related to the death penalty. The class
will take a tour of the facilities utilized by the State of Texas to
execute Death Row inmates.
Prerequisite: CRIJ 1301 and
1304 or consent of instructor. Fall (odd years)
CRIJ 4309 Terrorism and Homeland Security (3-3-0) (Also
POLS 4309)
This course examines terrorism, counter-
terrorism and individual rights in the United States since
September 11
th
. In addition, this course will encompass a
detailed study of terrorism, counter-terrorism, terrorist
personalities, and terrorist groups, including types, tactics,
and trends on a world-wide scale as well as domestically.
This course also examines the issues of prevention, civil
liberties, nation building and Homeland Security
. Elective.
Prerequisite: CRIJ 1301. Spring (even years)
CRIJ 4310 Internship I (3-0-X)
On-the-job training in which
the student experiences the operation and administration of a
criminal justice agency. The internship is initiated by the
University in an agency where the student observes the day-
to-day operations.
Prerequisite:15 credits of Criminal Justice
(including 1301) and Senior classification and consent of
instructor. This course may be taken only by students with a
major or minor in the Department of Criminal Justice. Spring,
Fall, and Summer
Note:
A Criminal Justice student may enroll
for 4310 any semester. Actual participation in the agency
operations will be subject to approval by the individual agency
and in compliance with the rules of that department. The
agency will certify the hours of observation for each student.
Certified peace officers or correctional officers with a
minimum of six months employment as a full-time employee
of a local, state, or federal agency may substitute an upper-
level Criminal Justice course for this class.
CRIJ 4311 Internship II (3-0-X)
This course provides the
Criminal Justice major/minor with the opportunity to complete
a second internship.
Prerequisite: CRIJ 4310 and consent of
instructor. Spring, Fall, Summer
CRIJ 4312 Violence and Victimology (3-3-0) (Also LGLS
4312 and SOCI 4312)
A study of violent behavior and the role
of victimology in the criminal justice system. Sociological and
psychological perspectives help to create a coherent
approach relating to violent crime (domestic abuse, sexual
assault, child maltreatment, elder abuse, robbery and
homicide), patterns of violent offending, and the
demographics of victimization as well as victim-offender
relationships. This course also focuses on the ways in which
violence is defined and techniques used to confront offenders
of violent behavior within the criminal justice system. Elective.
Prerequisite: CRIJ 1301 and SOCI 1301
.
Fall (even years)
CRIJ 4313 Forensic Evidence and Expert Witness
Testimony
(3-3-0)
(
Also
LGLS 4313
) An introduction into
how the United States legal system deals with the multitude
of issues concerning scientific evidence. Specifically, this
course concentrates on the legal issues regarding scientific
interpretations and analyses of physical evidence. Students
will study such issues as the development of expert testimony,
forensic science, admissibility standards, and common ethical
issues related to forensic evidence.
Fall (even years)
CRIJ 4315 International Law
(Also LGLS 4315 and POLS
4315) The study of traditional international law issues with an
emphasis on basic concepts including sources and evolution
of international law; international criminal law; peaceful
settlement of disputes; rights, duties and responsibilities of
sovereign states; international agreements and treaties; state
responsibility and treatment of aliens; the use of force; human
rights, and the evolving role of international organizations.
Prerequisite: CRIJ 1301
Fall (odd years)
CRIJ 4316 Constitutional Law: Federal and State Powers
(3-3-0)
(Also POLS 4316 and CRIJ 4316) – A study of United
States constitutional law with basic cases concerning
presidential power, the power of executive agencies,
congressional power, federalism, taxing and spending
powers, and interstate and foreign commerce powers. This is
a continuation of LGLS 4306, however it may be taken
independently of that offering.
Spring (odd years)
CRIJ 4340 Justice Abroad (3-3-0)
(Also LGLS 4340). This
is a travel course designed to provide students with an
opportunity to explore the justice system from different cultural
perspectives. The course will compare and contrast various
aspects of the justice system and include opportunities for
domestic or international travel.
Summer or May (even years)
CRIJ 4351 Crime and Delinquency (3-3-0)
(Also SOCI
4351) Study of the nature of crime and crime causation.
Effects of crime on social order and institutions. Focus is on
criminal behavior: its causes, treatment, and prevention.
Prerequisite: 6 credits of sociology or criminal justice or
consent of instructor. Spring and Summer
CRIJ 4355 Search and Seizure (3-3-0) (Also LGLS
4355)
This course provides an analysis of the Fourth
Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. The legal aspects of
search warrant preparation and execution will be covered with
emphasis on statutory and case law. Also included are
examinations of warrantless searches and the Exclusionary
Rule.
Prerequisite: 15 credits of Criminal Justice or consent
of instructor. May term
CRIJ 4460 Capstone and Field (4-3-1)
This course
combines the capstone requirement as well as a field
placement. Included is an overview of the process of seeking,
pursuing, and securing employment in the criminal justice
field. Students will be expected to pass a Department
Comprehensive Exam and present a paper to the faculty
members in the Criminal Justice Department. In addition to
field internship with a criminal justice agency, students will
participate in cohort meetings related to their internship
experience.
Fall, Spring, Summer
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (ECED)
ECED 3331 Teaching EC-6 Math (3-3-0)
This course is
designed to help EC-6 Generalist understand concepts and
developmentally appropriate instructional strategies for math.
Fundamental elementary math concepts such as
development of early number concepts and number sense,
number theory, operations, fractions and decimals, and
problems solving is applied through active and investigative
projects and activities. Students must complete two hours of