LAW ENFORCEMENT/CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Introduction to Criminal Justice
This course is designed as a study of the history and philosophy of criminal justice and its ethical considerations; crime is defined; its nature and impact are explored. Instruction also includes an overview of the criminal justice system; law enforcement and the court systems; a study of prosecution and defense; trial processes and corrections and penal systems.
Offered only in the fall.
GRADES: 11-12 SEMESTER: 1
PREREQUISITE: None
CREDIT(S): 0.5
Crime in America
A course designed to introduce students to American crime problems in an historical perspective, theories explaining why crime exists, social policy affecting crime; impact and crime trends; social characteristics of specific crimes; and prevention of crime.
Offered only in the spring.
GRADES: 11-12
SEMESTER: 1
PREREQUISITE for Dual Credit: Intro. to Criminal Justice course recommended, pass the THEA test ; Admission to ACC
CREDIT(S): 0.5