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CJS* 103: Introduction to Security
(formerly CJ 135: Introduction to Security Methods)
A review and study of the organizations that require security, such as retail
operations, medical institutions, educational institutions, financial operations
and others, and of the legal and economic aspects that must be considered
in security operations. Class: 3 hours per week. (O) 3 credits
CJS* 104: Introduction to Security Methods
(formerly CJ 136: Introduction to Security Methods II)
A concise study of the procedures and operations that affect security and
guarantee the rights of those involved in any security system. Class: 3 hours
per week. (O) 3 credits
CJS* 120: Police & the Community
(formerly CJ 110: The Police Role in the Community)
This course covers the study, analysis and recommendations for reducing the
severity of the major tension points between police and the community. Emphasis
is given to the practical application of scientific knowledge and methodology
to police-community relations in the State of Connecticut. (Fa,Sp) 3 credits
CJS* 123: Police Patrol Procedures
(formerly CJ 112)
The history and growth of traffic problems and the development of specialized
traffic control methods. Class: 3 hours per week. (Sp) 3 credits
CJS* 125: Motor Vehicle Stops
(formerly CJ 140: Motor Vehicle Stops and Safe Extrication)
The academic aspect of this course will provide an in-depth look and discussion
of Connecticut motor vehicle laws. The practical aspect of the course will
concentrate on suggested police procedures for the stopping and extrication
of individuals from their vehicles. Several practicals will focus on the safe
extrication of felony suspects as well as investigation of the suspected DWI
offender. (O) 1 credit
CJS* 126: Gangs and “Families”
(formerly CJ 141: Gangs and “Families”: Past, Present and Future)
The course will provide the student with an overview of the psychology and
sociology behind various gangs around the country. In depth coverage will be
given to local gangs’ symbolism including their graffiti, styles, tattoo, patches
and other markings. Additionally, this course will cover assorted proactive
strategies for the police and the community in their attempt to control gang
violence/crime. (O) 1 credit
CJS* 127: Identifying and Coping with Domestic Violence & Child
Abuse
(formerly CJ 142)
Instruction will encompass a history of domestic violence, its causes, social
impact and the impact on other family members. The recent changes in the
area of law enforcement and its response to domestic situations will also
be addressed. The seminar will culminate with a decision making workshop
focusing on the arrest/non-arrest dilemma. (O) 1 credit
CJS* 128: Survey of Drugs of Abuse
(formerly CJ 143)
The course will consist of an overview of drugs of abuse with regards to identification,
effects on the body, mind and behavior. Class will include didactic
presentation, video presentation discussion and interactive class presentations.
(O) 1 credit
CJS* 129: Management Preservation of the Crime Scene
(formerly CJ 145: Management and Preservation of the Crime Scene)
This course will concentrate on collection of specific physical evidence at
various crime scenes. Collection techniques will encompass crime scene
photography, note taking, crime scene sketching, evidentiary search meth-
odology and chemical/powder latent fingerprint collection and preservation.
Constitutional considerations relative to the collection of said physical evidence
as well as testimonial evidence from witnesses, victims and suspects
is included. (O) 1 credit
CJS* 130: Profiles of the Serial Offender
(formerly CJ 151)
This course introduces the student to the fundamental principles of violence
in American society, namely the nature, existence and causation of violent
crime, and the problems and procedures involved in the investigation and
apprehension of violent criminals. (O) 1 credit
CJS* 131: Traumatic Incident Stress Management
(formerly CJ 152)
The focus of this seminar is the identification, origin and management of personal
stress as it relates to public service fields. These sessions will draw upon
the day-to-day life experiences and coping mechanisms of individuals working
in law enforcement and other public service fields. (O) 1 credit
CJS* 132: Serial Sex Offenders
(formerly CJ 153)
This course will provide an in-depth look at the psychology, sociology and
characteristics of the habitual sex offender. In-depth coverage will be given to
the modus operandi of these offenders as well as a discussion concerning the
profile of individuals who become their victims. (O) 1 credit
CJS* 133: Hostile Situation Management
(formerly CJ 155)
This seminar will focus on the controversy surrounding the management of
crisis/hostile situations. The course will deal with the crucial questions of when,
where and how force should be used in dealing with the public. (O) 1 credit
CJS* 134: Advanced Studies in Gangs and Cults
(formerly CJ 156)
The course will provide the student with an overview of the psychology and
sociology behind various gangs around the country. In this advanced course
the student will be exposed to West Coast gangs’ symbolism including their
graffiti, styles, tattoo(s), patches and other markings. Additionally this course
will cover assorted cult groups identified throughout the country and some of
the proactive strategies police and family members use to extricate individuals
caught up in cults. (O) 1 credit
CJS* 135: The Death Penalty
(formerly CJ 160)
This course will introduce students to the death penalty laws of the State
of Connecticut, other states, and other countries. This will be accomplished
through lecture, group discussion, reading material, video presentation and
an expert guest lecturer. There will also be an in-depth discussion concerning
present day death penalty cases. (O) 1 credit
CJS* 136: Crime, Criminals and the Media
(formerly CJ 161)
In this one credit course, the student will look at various aspects of the effect
of the media in the criminal realm. This course will also explore the historical
events that have led to the contemporary relationship that now exists between
the police and the media. (O) 1 credit
CJS* 137: Test Preparation for Police Candidates
(formerly CJ 162)
The goals and objectives of this two-day program are to prepare the student to
successfully pass the written and oral board phases of police testing. In addition
the student will learn about orientation and the human resource component of
law enforcement provisions. (O) 1 credit
Next Semester Offered Designations: Fa = Fall, O = Occasional, Sp = Spring, Su = Summer 121
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