Courses - LCSC Catalog

Justice Studies (JS)

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Course Descriptions - Lewis-Clark State College 2002-2003 Catalog

JS 103 - Introduction to Criminal Justice (3 cr.)

An account of the purpose, function, and history of the agencies dealing with the administration of justice, providing a survey of criminal law, criminal procedures, organizations and law enforcement agencies, courts, and corrections.

JS 201 - Police in America (3 cr.)

This course reflects the commitment to the ideal of a professional police force in a free society. That means the police should be responsive to the needs of the public, as indicated through an open political process, and responsive to the rule of law. These ideals will be conveyed to the student by a focus on major contemporary issues affecting our societal order. Pre-requisite: JS 103 or permission of instructor.

JS 202 - Corrections in America (3 cr.)

A survey of the historical, philosophical, and legal bases of correctional procedures and institutions and an examination of current problems and innovations.

JS 225 - Criminal Procedure (3 cr.)

An examination of the procedural aspects of criminal law. Specific applications of procedures by actors in the criminal justice process including police, prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges, and corrections officials. This examination will provide a basic understanding of state and local legal codes, as well as current applications of law in both arrest and search and seizure.

JS 275 - Principles of Interviewing and Case Studies (3 cr.)

The application of behavioral theory in interviewing and case study analysis is shown in this course by examining interpersonal behavior, symbolic interaction, nonverbal behavior, and levels of communication involved in the interviewing process.

JS 280 - Principles of Criminal Investigation (3 cr.)

The principles guiding criminal investigation, such as deductive/inductive reasoning, managing criminal investigations, preliminary investigation at the crime scene, and specific duties and identification techniques, are outlined.

JS 310 - Organization and Administration of Justice (3 cr.)

Students study behavior in justice system as influenced by organizational structure, technology, managerial policies, supervisory patterns, individual need, and group relations. Pre-requisite: JS 103 or instructor's permission.

JS 320 - Juvenile Delinquency (3 cr.)

The theories of causation, prevention, control, and treatment of delinquency in contemporary society are studied. Included in this survey are modes of treatment, methods of diverting youth-related problems from the juvenile courts to other community resources, and post-treatment adjustment.

JS 325 - Criminal Law (3 cr.)

A course dealing with the substantive law of crimes which examines the rights and duties of persons to each other and to society in general. It emphasizes historical development, criminal responsibility, and defenses. Pre-requisite: JS 103 or instructor's permission.

JS 345 - Criminology (3 cr.)

Students study crime and society, theories of criminality, types and trends of crime, characteristics of criminals, social control, and criminological controversies. Pre-requisite: JS 103 or instructor's permission; see SOC 350.

JS 403 - Comparative Criminal Justice Systems (3 cr.)

The functions, institutions, and operations of U.S. and foreign criminal justice systems are compared. Pre-requisite: JS 103 or permission of instructor.

JS 423 - Justice Issues and Public Policy

(3 cr.)

Students study and discuss major issues, professional ethics, and policy analysis. Pre-requisite: Senior Justice Studies majors or instructor's permission.

JS 290/490 - Directed Study in Criminal Justice (Variable cr.)

Written permission must be secured from the supervising instructor and the Chairperson of the Social Sciences Division prior to enrollment. May be repeated.

JS 291/491 - Workshop in Criminal Justice

(3 cr.)

JS 292/492 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice (1-3 cr.)

JS 295/495 - Practicum in Criminal Justice (1-9 cr.)

Criminal Justice majors obtain field experience supervised by officials of law enforcement, court, and/or corrections agencies.

JS 296/496 - Cooperative Education (Variable cr.)

This course is designed to combine academic and classroom instruction with on-the-job experience and thus add a new dimension and relevance to the student's education. Contact the division chairperson for more information. Pre-requisite: ID 298 (concurrent enrollment is acceptable).

JS 297/497 - Experiential Block Credit (1-16 cr.)

Students may be awarded credit for previous education, training, or work experience using Assessment of Prior Experiential Learning. These credits do not qualify toward fulfilling the residency requirements. See ID 285 - Portfolio Completion.

JS 499 - Research Project and Seminar (3 cr.)

A seminar on justice issues requiring an in-depth research paper.