2009–2010 Academic Catalog - Concordia University Ann Arbor

Concordia University Ann Arbor 2009–2010 Academic Catalog
CRJ372 Dimensions in Criminal Justice credits: 3
Designed to provide an introduction to the various dimensions of the criminal justice system, including, but not limited to: the
various branches of the criminal justice system, the legal system, and contemporary issues related to the field. (Traditional)
Prerequisite: SOC101
CRJ405 Law Enforcement & Police Services credits: 3
Encompasses a study of the history of modern policing, the role of law enforcement in today's society, and current issues in law
enforcement and policing. (Traditional)
CRJ411 Criminal Law & Procedure credits: 3
Assists the student in understanding the structure of the court systems, criminal procedure from arrest through appeal, the
elements of significant criminal offenses, and issues related to criminal responsibility. (Traditional)
CRJ425 Corrections credits: 3
Examines the evolution of incarceration in America with an understanding that present and future events in corrections are firmly
rooted in what has been learned from the past. (Traditional)
CRJ432 Juvenile Justice Process credits: 3
Examines the theory, law, policy and application aspects of delinquency and juvenile justice, which is seen as a complex and
changing phenomenon. (Traditional)
CRJ440 Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice credits: 3
Reviews the major trends, issues, and current thought regarding contemporary criminal justice. Course content will vary according
to student and instructor interest. (Traditional)
CRJ483 Senior Project credits: 1
Students combine research and practical implementation of theories and concepts to solve a work-based issue that demonstrates
their successful integration and application of knowledge, and results in a major written and oral report. (Traditional)
Prerequisites: Senior standing
CRJ490 Criminal Justice Internship credits: 3
Supervised work with a local business or agency. (Traditional) Prerequisite: Instructor's permission
CRJ495 Independent Study in Criminal Justice credits: 1
Senior level independent study.
CSC351 Computer Science I credits: 3
Students explore elementary computer science concepts such as algorithm development, data types, and structured programming
using C++. Every student is expected to work at least three hours per week outside of class with a computer. Prerequisite:
MAT111 or MAT112
ECE201 Foundations of Early Childhood Ed credits: 3
Provides an overview of purposes, philosophy, programs, and issues related to the care and education of children (ages birth
through eight) including 'developmentally appropriate practices,' professionalism, and ethical standards.
ECE310 Assessment of Young Children credits: 3
Purposes and techniques of formal and informal assessment, including observation, analysis and reporting of results; the
application of assessment data in planning developmentally appropriate activities for children. Prerequisite: Admission to the
School of Education: Elementary
ECE320 Planning Instruction for Young Children credits: 2
Creation and evaluation of curriculum and instructional units and activities that are developmentally appropriate for young
children; curricular integration to support physical, social, emotional, language, cognitive, spiritual and aesthetic development.
Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Education: Elementary
ECE345 Emergent Literacy credits: 2
Research-supported theories, philosophy and teaching strategies aimed at supporting the young child's emergent reading, writing,
speaking and listening behaviors; selecting and using high-quality picture books. Includes 10 hours supervised clinical
experiences. Prerequisite: EDU341
ECE405 Early Childhood Education Program Admin credits: 3
Skills and understandings needed to provide effective leadership for child care centers and preschool programs, including
budgeting and finances, health and safety issues, staff management, licensing processes, and ongoing program improvement.
Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Education: Elementary
ECE410 Learning through Creative Activities credits: 3
Use of the fine arts, including music, art, movement and dramatic play, as a central and integrating component of the curriculum
for young children. Includes 20 hours of supervised clinical experience. Prerequisite: ECE320 (May be taken concurrently)
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