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CRIM 102 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
Credits: Three (3)
This course introduces the fundamental concepts and frameworks used
in the criminal justice studies. It provides a survey of the
various agencies making up the U.S. criminal justice system,
primarily the criminal court, law enforcement, and corrections.
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CRIM 119 - MURDER TO TRIAL
Credits: Four
This course introduces students to the interrelationship between the investigation of a crime, the process of forensic evidence and the use of that evidence at trial. Students will be taken to a mock crime scene where they will learn through experience as they collect evidence they will process in the lab and conclude with a mock trial.
Cross-listed: FRSC 119
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CRIM 201 - Police Management
Credits: Three (3)
This course examines contemporary approaches in police management
at the local, state, and federal levels. Attention is paid to the
fiscal and personnel management techniques utilized by law
enforcement agencies, plus the recruitment and maintenance of
officer staffing.
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CRIM 203H - Sexual Violence and Aggression
Credits: Four (4)
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
Even though there have been considerable monetary and time resources spent on violent crimes by local, state and federal agencies, law enforcement have had a difficult time prosecuting the sexually violent criminal because of societal views on personal freedoms. This course is a systematic introduction to the causation of violent offending and extreme aggressive behavior and the treatment and incarceration of this type of criminal. The readings and course framework will stress a criminological approach to sexual violence and aggression.
Cross-listed: WS-203H
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CRIM 210 - Multicultural Policing
Credits: Three (3)
This course focuses on the challenges present in policing multicultural settings. Issues pertaining to understanding diverse cultures and effective communication across cultures from the standpoint of law enforcement are explored in detail.
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CRIM 211 - Introduction to Criminal Investigations
Credits: Three (3)
This course is a comprehensive approach to the examination and treatment of physical evidence as it relates to the criminal justice system. Students will be involved in an interactive learning experience tied to the securing and preserving of crime scenes and maintaining the integrity of trace evidence for future court proceedings.
Cross-listed: FRSC 211
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CRIM 220 - Corrections in Society
Credits: Three (3)
This course explores the evolution of correctional practices in the
United States. It also examines and assesses the variety of
correctional options utilized within the criminal justice system.
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CRIM 250 - Experiential Policing
Credits: Three (3)
Prerequisite: CRIM-102
This course introduces students to the dynamics of police recruit training. Student are familiarized with a myriad of law enforcement issues such as criminal and traffic law, juvenile justice, report writing, and investigative patrol tactics. In addition, this course introduces students to the physical rigor required for successful acceptance to St. Louis County Municipal Police Academy.
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CRIM 297 - Special Studies
Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty.
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CRIM 305 - Family Violence Through the Lifespan
Credits: Three (3)
Prerequisite: SOC-101 or CRIM-102; Minimum grade C-
Family Violence across the Lifespan explores the etiology, prevalence, treatment, and prevention of family violence. A broad coverage of viewpoints and theories behind family violence are covered.
Cross-listed: SOC-305
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CRIM 311 - Criminal Law and Procedure
Credits: Three (3)
This course will examine substantive criminal law and the elements of specific crimes, including crimes against persons and property. Students also will be introduced to the sources of criminal procedural law and the steps involved in a prosecution. Defenses and immunities to crimes will be discussed also.
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CRIM 321 - Sociology of Deviance
Credits: Three (3)
Prerequisite: SOC-101
This course studies the understanding of normative violations within society, specifically, how actions and/or actors come to be defined as deviant and what functions deviance serves in society.
Cross-listed: SOC-321
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CRIM 322 - Criminological Theory
Credits: Three (3)
Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-202H, or CRIM-102
This course offers an introduction to criminology and a survey of the major theoretical traditions within criminology over the past three centuries.
Cross-listed: SOC-322
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CRIM 323 - Juvenile Delinquency
Credits: Three (3)
Prerequisite: SOC-101 or SOC-202H
This course surveys the criminal and deviant conduct of youths. Theoretical and treatment patterns are also considered.
Cross-listed: SOC-323
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CRIM 405 - Domestic and International Terrorism
Credits: Three (3)
Prerequisite: PSCI-110, SOC-101, or SOC-202H
This course surveys perspectives pertaining to the etiology of terrorism at both the domestic and international level. Study of the various tactics used by identified terrorist groups is explored. In addition, the techniques of counter terrorism are assessed.
Cross-listed: PSCI/SOC 405
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CRIM 454 - Gender and Crime
Credits: Three (3)
Prerequisite: SOC-101 or SOC-202H; Minimum Grade C-
This course explores variation in offending and victimization across the genders. Specific attention will be paid to theories that attempt to explain why such variation exists and such patterns changed over time.
Cross-listed: SOC/WS-454
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CRIM 477 - Police Psychology
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC-101, PSYC-202H, or CRIM-102
This course explores psychological principles as applied to aspects of police officer’s career. Some of the topics to be examined are: the unique psychological stresses of police work, the effects of that stress on both the officer and his or her family; identification and management of the problem police officer; psychology of crowds; riots and their effective control; and the application of psychological principles to detective work. The interpersonal dynamics of the police with civilian complainants, victims, and violent, aggressive individuals will also be covered.
Cross-listed: PSYC-477
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CRIM 485 - Race, Ethnicity and Crime
Credits: Three (3)
Prerequisite: SOC-101, SOC-101F, or SOC-202H
This course examines the interrelationship of race/ethnicity and criminal victimization/offending. In-depth consideration will be given to the issue of hate-crimes, racial profiling, wrongful convictions and disparities in sentencing.
Cross-listed: SOC-485
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CRIM 494 - Police Academy Training Program
Credits: Thirteen (13)
Prerequisite: Completion of 27 CRIM Credits
This course is part of a programmatic partnership with the St. Louis County and Municipal Police Academy. Students who meet the entrance standards for the Academy and choose to pursue Academy training can use this experience to earn 13 hours of college credit under CRIM 494.
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CRIM 495 - Internship
Credits: Three (3)
Prerequisite: PSYC-101,PSYC-101F, PSYC-202H, SOC-101, SOC-101F or SOC-202H; Minimum grade C-
This course is designed as a culminating experience to integrate theory and practice in the context of an approved field-based experience under the supervision of the course instructor. Practicum requires completion of 135 clock hours on site along with coursework relevant to the student’s field experience.
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CRIM 496 - Independent Study
Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
Prerequisite: One 200 level or higher CRIM course
Junior or senior level students may design and conduct an
independent study project in a field of their interest under the
direction of a faculty advisor.
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CRIM 497 - Special Studies
Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
Prerequisite: CRIM-102
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty.
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