CRIM 101 — Introduction to Criminal Justice
3 Lecture Hours, 3 Credits Prerequisites: ENGL 060 or ENGL 100 This introduction provides an overview of the three major components of the criminal justice system: the police, courts, and corrections. It surveys the criminal justice process from initial law enforcement contact through the judicial and correctional phases. In addition to an examination of the roles of the police, courts and corrections, the professional and career opportunities in the criminal justice field will also be explored.