1997 QUT Handbook

tionship between law and society, and of calls for reform of
the criminal justice system. The unit aims to assist students
to develop the depth and breadth of knowledge on these issues
necessary for their participation in legal and government
institutions as justice professionals.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP002 PRINCIPLES OF CRIMINAL LAW 1
This subject exposes students to fundamental principles of
criminal law as well as the social and political forces that
shape those laws. It focuses on crimes of violence including
sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse and domestic violence.
It also looks at criminal defences and property offences.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP003 LAW & GOVERNMENT 2
This unit introduces students to the fundamental principles
which form the basis of systems and processes of Australian
government at federal and state levels, including an exploration
of alternative systems of government found in other jurisdictions.
The unit also critically examines the role of government
in policy development, in making and administering
the law, and in the operation of specific public laws, such as
freedom of information, privacy laws and anti-discrimination
laws. The unit aims to provide students with a knowledge of
political and legal issues crucial to their participation as professionals
in the justice system.
Courses: JS41 Prerequisites: JSP001
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP004 PRINCIPLES OF CRIMINAL LAW 2
This subject exposes students to fundamental principles of
criminal law as well as the social and political forces that shape
those laws in the areas of crimes of morality; drug, traffic and
public order offences; war crimes and hate crimes; state corruption
and whistleblowers; white collar crime, proceeds of
crime and victims of crime. It also looks at the due process
aspects of criminal procedure.
Courses: JS41 Prerequisites: JSP002
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP051 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL LAW &
EVIDENCE
The basic principles, rules and concepts of criminal law and
evidence; the understanding and applications of such principles,
concepts and rules as they relate to the operation of the
criminal justice system.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP052 POLICE PROCEDURE & PRACTICE
The role and function of policing; enforcement practices: nonarrest,
arrest situations; supporting documentation; evidentiary
sources and gathering methodology; crime trends and their
impact on policing practices.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP053 ORGANISED CRIME
The apparent growth of organised crime, both nationally and
internationally, in recent years has resulted in a deepening
commitment on the part of the law enforcement agencies to
its suppression. Although not confined to the association with
illicit drugs, the so-called drug trade is a major enterprise
behind the proliferation of organised crime. Another consequence
of organised crime is the development of corruption
through the diverse levels of society. Students therefore gain
an understanding of the historical development, social perceptions
and consequences and the perceived extent of organised
crime. Students also consider the strategies employed
to combat organised crime including the extent of investigation
and/or Commissions of Inquiry documented to date.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
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■ JSP054 ISSUES IN POLICING
This unit endeavours to expose students to the multifarious
nature of policing and the impact that societal developments
have on policing and vice versa.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP061 PROCESS THEORY & APPLICATION
Studies take a generic approach to intelligence while examples
are predominantly crime-related. This unit addresses: the
principles of intelligence (the essentials of any intelligence
system); the intelligence research process (cycle); the interdependent
model of intelligence and security; thinking and
creative problem solving; personal characteristics of the professional;
interpersonal effectiveness skills and culture; and
analytical style.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP062 PROTECTIVE SECURITY – THEORY &
APPLICATION
Protective Security covers all facets of society. It is often
viewed in a narrow context. This unit expands the concept of
Protective Security and illustrates its relevance and professional
application to society as a whole. The conventional functional
areas of security are addressed as well as the recognition
of new areas where confidentiality and integrity are important.
This subject concentrates on the theories, principles
and their practical applications to the three major areas of
Personnel, Material and Infrastructure.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP063 INTELLIGENCE RESEARCH – ISSUES,
PROCEDURES & PRACTICE
This unit integrates the work from JSB061 with research methodologies.
An emphasis is placed on systematic enquiry, naturalistic
research and qualitative approaches addressing goal
selection, types of data, methods of collection, methods in
processing, and the production of research proposal.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP064 PROTECTIVE SECURITY – ISSUES &
PRACTICE
Personnel, material, physical and information security are the
main areas with protective security. This unit covers the methods
and techniques for the collection of information and its
management and analysis. Students conduct formal audits and
complete written reports on their findings. Planning and controlling
the flow of information; anacapa, scan and other analysis
tools are studied.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP071 CORRECTIONS & THE COMMUNITY 1
The forerunners of the custodial and community correctional
systems and their influence are explored in respect to current
correctional processes and philosophies. Contemporary conflicting
models and their implications are examined.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP072 CORRECTIONS & THE COMMUNITY 2
Contemporary formal and informal custodial and community
corrections processes and procedures are presented. The interaction
of correctional policies and community programs is
discussed.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ JSP073 CORRECTIONS & THE COMMUNITY 3
The correctional setting and its impact on staff and inmates
are examined. Special groups – their unique needs and treatment
strategies – are discussed in the context of policies and
procedures.
Courses: JS41
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week