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CJA 101 - Intro to Criminal Justice & Human Services Careers 3.00 credits
This course is designed to help students become aware of career and education options in human services and criminal justice. Students attending this course will become familiar with the educational requirements, lifestyle considerations, application processes, training, certification requirements, and career opportunities in the fields of criminal justice and human services. Students will solidify their academic plan and prepare a personal career plan based on their goals. There are no prerequisites for this course. Students are strongly encouraged to take this course concurrently or immediately after CGS 100.
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CJA 111 - Intro to Criminal Justice System - Police 3.00 credits
Examines the American criminal justice system and its origins with particular attention to the police. Provides an overview of the entire criminal justice process and reviews contemporary practices such as community policing.
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CJA 112 - Intro to Criminal Justice Systems - Courts 3.00 credits
Explores: the court system and its procedures; laws as they affect the court system; types and degrees of evidence; rules governing admissibility of evidence; and the structure and function of local, state and federal court systems of the United States.
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CJA 113 - Intro to Criminal Justice Systems - Corrections 3.00 credits
Overview of the theories and current practices in corrections, crime prevention, offender services, treatment methods, and career opportunities.
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CJA 120 - American Criminal Justice System 3.00 credits
An overview of the American criminal justice system, examining structure, functions, processes, as well as theoretical perspectives in criminology, including biological, psychological, and sociological explanations. Focuses on law enforcement, criminal courts, corrections, community-based sanctions, and the constitutional frameworks in which they operate.
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CJA 210 - Arrest, Search & Seizure 3.00 credits
Presents constitutional and Oregon statutory requirements in the areas of arrest, search, and seizure. Includes document preparation, service, and courtroom presentation. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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CJA 211 - Civil Liability & Ethics in Criminal Justice 3.00 credits
Explores conduct that gives rise to issues of civil liberty. This course will examine both state and federal law and the role of the courts at the state and federal level. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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CJA 212 - Criminal Law 3.00 credits
Covers the origin, structure and definitions of common law and statutory crimes, the Criminal Code of Oregon, and criminal court procedures. Students will participate in a mock trial. Prerequisite: WRI 121 or instructor permission.
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CJA 213 - Evidence 3.00 credits
Explores the nature and types of criminal evidence and rules governing admissibility, competency, and relevancy. Introduces presentation and suppression of evidence, hearsay rules, and exceptions. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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CJA 214 - Criminal Investigation 3.00 credits
Introduces modern investigative methods, including the collection and preservation of physical evidence, scientific aids, sources of information, interviews, follow-up, and case presentation. Includes interviewing and interrogation techniques, and the use of the polygraph. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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CJA 217 - Interviewing & Interrogation 3.00 credits
Provides in-depth coverage of the theories and practices relevant to criminal justice interviewing and interrogation. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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CJA 218 - C J Perspectives of Violence & Aggression 3.00 credits
Explores and analyzes violence and aggression from biological, psychological, and sociological perspectives. Examines issues related to prediction, intervention, and treatment. Presents the tools and techniques of crisis intervention through discussion, demonstrations, simulation, and role-playing. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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CJA 226 - Dynamics of Juvenile Behavior 3.00 credits
Covers the problems of juvenile delinquency and deviant behavior. Reviews the major theories of juvenile delinquency and treatment strategies. Includes discussion of juvenile justice system history, and analyzes current trends and developments. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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CJA 228 - Public Safety Writing 3.00 credits
Emphasizes writing skills and techniques appropriate to narrative structures necessary for operational police reports. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in WRI 121.
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CJA 233 - Criminology 3.00 credits
An in-depth analysis of major theories of crime and deviancy from various sociological, psychological, and political perspectives. Focuses on types of crimes and criminals as well as incidence rates of crimes; examines socioeconomic, cultural, ideological, and psychological factors related to the causes, treatment, and/or prevention of criminal behavior.
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CJA 243 - Narcotics & Dangerous Drugs 3.00 credits
Provides an overview of the individual and social problems related to drug abuse and addiction. Topics covered include identification and treatment of drug abuse and addiction, the effects of various drugs of abuse, and an examination of the roles played by the criminal justice system with regard to drugs. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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CJA 280 - Coop Wk Exp: Criminal Justice 3.00 credits
On-the-job, paid or volunteer, experiences which allow for the application and development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes learned through the on-campus program so that the student can learn all aspects of the industry. Instructor permission is required and the student must locate a job site for the course. Prerequisite: CJA 101 and previous coursework in CJA.
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CJA 298 - Independent Study: Criminal Justice 3.00 credits
Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of CJA not considered in other courses to meet special interests or program requirements. Students must complete a term project and readings approved by the instructor. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in CJA.
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CJA 299 - Special Studies: Criminal Justice 3.00 credits
Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of CJA not usually covered in depth in other CJA courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in CJA.
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