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CHF 4130 - Language Development and Emergent Literacy in Early Childhood Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course explores current theory, research, and evidence based practices for promoting early language and emergent literacy development (birth 8 years) in home, child care, prekindergarten, and primary education environments through collaborative practices between early childhood professionals and parents. Prerequisite: CHF 1500 .
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CHF 4201 - Coaching EC/ECE Professionals: Foundation & Organization of Coaching Application: Organization & Self Reflection Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Educator coaching is an evidence-based strategy to increase program quality and teacher effectiveness in early childhood/early childhood education classrooms, programs, and home delivery systems. This course will train EC/ECE coaches using material from research-based sources and program experiences. Participants will learn recommended practices in coaching related to early childhood and develop a systematic, individualized approach to effective coaching. Participants will learn practical strategies for coaching early childhood staff of diverse backgrounds and varying adult learning styles. Materials and discussions will include interpersonal communication skills and a systematic approach to more intentional coaching. Students will apply these strategies to Case Studies and field work experiences throughout the course and will participate in hands-on activities in class to apply new skills. Coaching skills will apply to any EC/ECE curriculum or model. This is course 1 in a three course series for the Utah Coaching Credential.
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CHF 4202 - Coaching EC/ECE Professionals: Connecting Awareness with Application & Deepening of Practice Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [Full Sem]
Becoming an effective coach is a result of introspection, thoughtful planning, application of coaching skills and knowledge, and continuous self–improvement. This course will identify effective ongoing support strategies for individuals providing coaching. Participants will integrate skills with effective application in real life coaching experiences. Discussions will include self-reflective practices, self- directed action, planning and goal setting, and managing progress and accountability. Students will apply these strategies to case studies and real life experiences throughout the course. Students will be encouraged to engage in self-reflection and share ideas, successes, and challenges with other students in this course. This is course 2 in a three course series for the Utah Coaching Credential. Prerequisite: CHF 4201 /MED 6201 or instructor permission.
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CHF 4203 - Coaching EC/ECE Professionals: Attuning for Personal and Organizational Change Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
The success of the educator coaching relationship has been based on the trusting relationship between two peers, coach, and adult learner, through a collaborative process of co-learning. The opportunity for the adult learner to self-monitor, self- analyze, and self-modify enhances the adult learner’s own resourcefulness and alters his/her own personal understanding. In addition, when the act of coaching is a collaborative process, the coach is also allowed the same opportunity to reflect on self as part of their learning. This course is designed to support the coach in creating a social learning climate where a synergy of shared learning and reflective dialogue about practice are examined, analyzed and refined. Participants will integrate skills from Course 1 and 2 with opportunities to engage in conducting and constructing ongoing support strategies the coach can apply, refine and alter based on the adult learners’ needs, readiness, and values about practice. Using strategies and protocols, coaching for organizational change in diverse settings (home- based programming, early care settings, classrooms, and school districts, etc.), and identifying effective ongoing personal supports will also be addressed. Students will apply these strategies to case studies and real life experiences throughout the course. This is course 3 of a three course series for the Utah Coaching Credential. Prerequisite: CHF 4201 /MED 6201 and CHF 4202 /MED 6202 or instructor permission.
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CHF 4300 - Latino Child and Family Development Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Online]
Summer [1st Blk]
The Latino Child and Family Development course is designed as an upper division course for those who will work with, advocate for, or interact with children and families from a Latino background. The course uses a cultural constructivist approach to understand Latino children and their families. The central focus includes the study of Latino culture, parenting practices, couple and marital practices, and other family dynamics. Additionally, a major goal is to understand and deconstruct stereotypes associated with individuals within the Latino culture. The course will simultaneously focus on Latinos living within the United States as well as cultural groups throughout North America, South America, and the Caribbean.
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CHF 4310 - Understanding the Modern United States Military Family Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course is designed to assist you in understanding the structure and formation of each service branch as well as the experiences of families serving in the U.S. Military focusing on both Active duty and Reserve components using Family Systems Theory, Risk and Resiliency Theory and Ambiguous Loss Theory. In recent years, many changes have taken place in the military family landscape. The knowledge gained in this course should provide you with insight into the complex experiences of today’s U.S. Military Families. The information provided in this course is designed to assist students to be effective in professional settings working with military personnel and their families, and is a starting foundation for those interested in pursuing professional civilian careers working with military families in a variety of settings (e.g., nonprofit organizations, the U.S. Military, and others). This course will focus on different components of family life that specifically impact military families. The course format will include (1) readings, (2) online lectures, (3) quizzes, (4) exams, and (5) online and in class discussion. Prerequisite: CHF 1400 , CHF 1500 , CHF 2400 .
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CHF 4400 - The Family in Stress Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Online]
Examining causes of stress in the family and developing strategies for coping with stress.
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CHF 4450 - Children and Families in the Medical Setting Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
The purpose of this course is to understand and serve children and families in the medical setting and to provide basic background and knowledge of Child Life practices. This course prepares individuals who plan to complete a 480 hour cooperative work experience in the field of Child Life, and is required prior entering into an internship and taking the National Child Life Certification Examination.
The content of this course is designed to create a foundation of knowledge, both academically and practically, in the required core competencies of the nationally recognized Child Life Certification. The core competencies include the ability to assess and provide services to infants, children, youth, and families in a medical setting including stress management, supportive environments, team skills, professional development, and evaluation skills.
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CHF 4500 - Comparative Study of Childhood and Adolescent Development Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Online]
An advanced level course that addresses the understanding of the principles and theories of growth and development within and between the stages of children in childhood and adolescence. Covers the physiological, intellectual, social, emotional domains of development. Prerequisite: CHF 1500 and CHF 2400 .
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CHF 4510 - Contemporary Issues in Planning for Children Credits: (1-3)
Variable Title
An in-depth study of a contemporary issue in childhood. In some cases, this course may substitute for one of the minor requirements when it has received prior approval from a department advisor. May be repeated up to 3 credit hours.
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CHF 4520 - Basic Mediation Training Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
(when needed)
A basic mediation training course addressing the theory and skills to effectively deal with conflict situations. The course leads to certification in basic theory and skills of mediation. (Supervised mediation practice is required to complete certification.)
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CHF 4600 - Family Studies Field Experiences Credits: (1-8)
Typically taught:
(when needed)
Six to eight weeks internship, which may require off-campus residence. Credit and hours as arranged with instructor. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May be repeated up to 8 credit hours.
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CHF 4650 - Family Life Education Methods Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Preparing students to be Family Life Educators by exploring philosophies, methods, and skills for teaching and working with parents and family members. Prerequisite: CHF 3350 , CHF 3550 , and CHF 3850 , or consent of instructor.
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CHF 4660 - Advanced Skills for Family Life Educators Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This upper division course is centered on students’ development of interpersonal and pedagogical skills as Family Life Educators under the direct supervision of course instructors. This theory-based course will provide students with hands-on skills and experiences that are vital for today’s family life educators. This includes building audience engagement and trust through the use of observational feedback, responding to nonverbal cues, and addressing common teaching challenges. This course will teach students to present specific family life education program curricula. The course training will include students reviewing and presenting the family life education materials in two contexts: 1-within the classroom among peers and faculty and 2-within the community. This course also provides students with a number of teaching tools and philosophies considered key to becoming effective in the field of Family Life Education, and it also provides students with the experience of having presented a community education program in multiple contexts. Prerequisite: CHF 1400 , CHF 1500 , CHF 2400 , CHF 2990B .
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CHF 4670 - STEM and Approaches to Learning in Early Childhood Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
The purpose of this course is to build on a foundation of knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice for teaching integrated content in the disciplines of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in early childhood settings. Fundamental approaches to learning will be employed to integrate learning across these disciplines. Students will develop meaningful curriculum content through hands-on learning experiences designed for children (birth through age 8) based on accepted learning standards in each content area. Prerequisite: CHF 2600 , CHF 2610 , CHF 2620 .
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CHF 4710 - Advanced Guidance and Planning for Early Childhood Education Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
A synthesis of guidance and planning with an emphasis on assessment, appropriate objectives and strategies for individual and specific groups of children. Requires both lecture and lab time. Students majoring in EC, ECE, or taking an early childhood specialization with their K-6 license will register for the section that is offered the first 5 weeks of the semester, and take it concurrently with CHF 4720 . Prerequisite: CHF 1500 , CHF 2500 , CHF 2600 , CHF 2610 , CHF 2620 , and CHF 3640 .
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CHF 4720 - Student Teaching in the Children’s School Credits: (3-6)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Experience in application of generalizations regarding growth, guidance, and development of children in the Melba S. Lehner Children’s School. For juniors and seniors. Prerequisite: CHF 1500 , CHF 2500 , CHF 2600 , CHF 2610 , CHF 2620 and CHF 3640 . To be taken concurrently with CHF 4710 . (Will be taken the last 10 weeks of the semester.) May be repeated 2 times up to 9 credit hours.
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CHF 4730 - Early Childhood/Early Childhood Education Program Development Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course prepares students with skills specific to leadership roles in early childhood education programs including: professional ethics, ensuring the health and safety of children, ongoing quality improvement, program leadership, planning, and management. Content and skills focus on practices endorsed by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and are aligned with the NAEYC Standards for Early Childhood Professional Preparation Programs. Prerequisite: CHF 2600 , CHF 2610 , CHF 2620 , or consent of the instructor, and concurrent or prior enrollment in CHF 4710 and CHF 4720 .
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CHF 4800 - Individual Research Credits: (1-6)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Supervised projects and primary research in various areas of Child and Family Studies. Limited to advanced students upon consent of faculty supervisor. May be repeated up to 6 credit hours.
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CHF 4830 - Directed Readings Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Individually chosen readings on specialized topics supervised by a faculty member. Credit for this course towards a Child and Family Studies major or minor will only be accepted when the course is completed with a grade of B- or better. Prerequisite: Consent of faculty supervisor prior to registration. May be repeated up to 3 credit hours.
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CHF 4860 - Practicum Credits: (1-6)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Work or volunteer experience which applies prior academic learning in a supervised setting. Consent of faculty supervisor is required prior to registration. Prerequisite: for Family Studies Majors include CHF 2990B , CHF 3350 , CHF 3550 , CHF 3850 , and completed background clearance. May be repeated up to 6 credit hours.
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CHF 4890 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Open to all students in the Child and Family Studies Department who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job learning experience with coordination of faculty instructor and professional mentor. Ethical conduct related to working with children and families will be discussed. Professional activities will include goal setting, strategies, and documentation for progress evaluation meetings culminating in a student-created professional development portfolio. Students will arrange their own opportunities in a professional setting. Prior consent of the faculty instructor and the professional mentor are required. Fingerprinting/background check may be needed to work in certain settings. Prerequisite: for Early Childhood BS majors: CHF 4710 and CHF 4720 , or consent of faculty supervisor.
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CHF 4900 - Career Strategy Seminar Credits: (1)
Open to first semester Juniors through first semester Seniors in all academic schools. Course objectives are to help students develop a career strategy to meet expected career goals, i.e., acquire a career position or successfully prepare for graduate school acceptance.
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CHF 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-4)
Typically taught:
(when needed)
Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated up to 6 credit hours.
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CHF 4980 - Early Childhood Senior Synthesis Seminar Credits: (1)
Synthesis of Early Childhood/Elementary Education program of study with specific emphasis on beginning a professional career in teaching. Senior project not required. To be taken concurrently with student teaching.
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CHF 4990A - Seminar in Child Development Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Discussion and analysis of special topics for advanced Early Childhood and Early Childhood Education majors. Prerequisite: CHF 2500 , CHF 2600 , CHF 3640 , and CHF 3500 (or EDUC 2010 ) or instructor’s consent, and concurrent or prior enrollment in CHF 4710 and CHF 4720 .
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CHF 4990B - Senior Seminar in Family Studies Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Discussion and analysis of special topics for seniors in Family Studies major. Prerequisite: CHF 2990B , CHF 3350 , CHF 3550 , CHF 3850 , or consent of instructor.
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CJ 1010 SS - Introduction to Criminal Justice Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
An introduction to the history, processes and functions of the American criminal justice system and its primary components, law enforcement, courts, and corrections.
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CJ 1070 - Law Enforcement/Corrections Academy, Part I Credits: (9)
Experiential credit for students completing a State of Utah authorized SFO/BCO or SFO/LEO POST Academy. Credit is earned concurrently with CJ 1080 . Register through the Department of Criminal Justice. Does not count for credit toward CJ major, CJ minor or BIS emphasis in CJ.
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CJ 1080 - Law Enforcement/Corrections Academy, Part II Credits: (9)
Experiential credit for students completing a State of Utah authorized SFO/BCO or SFO/LEO POST Academy. Credit is earned concurrently with CJ 1070 . Register through the Department of Criminal Justice. Does not count for credit toward CJ major, CJ minor or BIS emphasis in CJ.
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CJ 1300 - Corrections: History, Theory and Practice Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
An introductory overview of the correctional system including: the historical development and societal context of corrections, contemporary correctional theory and law, jails and prisons, community corrections, treatment, juvenile corrections, and contemporary correctional issues.
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CJ 1330 - Criminal Law and Courts Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Online]
Surveys American criminal law and the criminal court system. Elements of crime, defenses, historical foundation, limits, purposes and functions of criminal law. History, theory and practice of criminal courts.
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CJ 1340 - Criminal Investigation Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Online]
This is an introduction to Criminal Investigation including the necessary functions of interviewing witnesses and suspects, techniques in the collection and preservation of evidence, crime scene processing including some post-crime scene processing of evidence, follow-up investigation and recent techniques of enhancing the criminal investigation function.
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CJ 1350 - Introduction to Forensic Science Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
An introduction to the various types of physical evidence commonly encountered at crime scenes (e.g., fingerprints, hairs, fibers, drugs, glass, etc.), including discussion of comparison and identification techniques (i.e., optical examination/comparison, instrumental analysis, and many chemical processes) used in the analysis of such physical evidence.
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CJ 2300 - Policing: History, Theory and Practice Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Online]
This course will provide an overview of the history of policing and the role of police in modern society. Particular emphasis will be placed on problems and issues confronting police and solutions within an organizational framework.
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CJ 2330 - Juvenile Justice Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [Online]
Origin, philosophy, and development of the juvenile justice system, particularly the juvenile court. Emphasis placed upon laws, detention, adjudication, probation, after-care, foster homes, and other alternative correctional practices.
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CJ 2340 - Crime Scene Investigation Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course is designed to give students an understanding of the integration of the criminal investigative process with complex scientific application of modern technology in searching for and processing physical evidence in crime scenes. It will provide background into the theory behind Crime Scene Science and the ethical and legal challenges faced by Forensic Scientists and Crime Scene Investigators. Using modern instructional materials, students will learn of the complexity of processing and documentation of Crime Scenes with the ultimate goal of having a successful outcome in the court system. Prerequisite: CJ 1350 .
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CJ 2350 - Laws of Evidence Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Deals with the principles and rules of law emphasizing evidentiary problems related to criminal cases.
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CJ 2810 - Experimental Course Credits: (1-3)
This number is used for newly developed experimental courses. May be repeated up to two additional times if new topic(s), for a combined total not exceeding 9 credit hours.
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CJ 2860 - Criminal Justice Field Experience Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Not currently offered (see CJ 4860)
Field experience in an internship with city, county, and state criminal justice agencies. May be repeated once for 6 credit hours.
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CJ 2920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-4)
Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title with the credit authorized will appear in the semester schedule and on the student transcript. May be repeated up to one additional time for a combined total not exceeding 4 credit hours.
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CJ 3020 - Criminal Justice Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Current command level problems and trends in criminal justice organizations and management including work environment, motivation, leadership, morale, discipline, evaluation, planning, and functioning of line and staff.
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CJ 3040 - Community Policing Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Problem solving and the development of community trust are integral to community policing. The philosophy, concepts and methods in support of identifying the issues in a community that relate to crime are outlined and studied. The goal of creating healthy neighborhoods and sustaining the quality of neighborhood life are explained in detail. Crime is pervasive in American society, but victims and criminals have identified characteristics. These characteristics impact certain neighborhoods more than others. These characteristics and issues surrounding them are explored and researched.
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CJ 3060 - Corrections in the Community Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
An overview of community based correctional programs focusing upon the historical origin, development, and current practices in probation, parole, the halfway house, work and educational release, as well as furlough programs.
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CJ 3120 - Professional Practice for the Forensic Expert Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
An in-depth analysis of critical issues for forensic experts in all fields. Topics such as evidence preservation, report writing, expert testimony and ethics are investigated. The course will focus on theory and practice through lecture, writing and practical exercises. 2 hour lecture, 3 hour lab. Prerequisite: CJ 1350 ; or instructor approval.
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CJ 3130 - Investigation of Computer Crime Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Not currently being offered
Deals with the threats, vulnerabilities, and risks of unauthorized system access. Understanding the modus operandi of criminal acts associated with computer crime and how to investigate them. Cryptography and network security will be closely examined.
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CJ 3270 - Theories of Crime and Delinquency Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Study of the nature, extent, causes, and treatment of crime. Prerequisite: CJ 1010 .
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CJ 3300 - Victimology Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
This course is designed to review key research areas in the field of victimology. Particular emphasis will be placed on theory, measurement, and empirical results related to different types, consequences, and prevention of victimization. Prerequisite: CJ 1010 .
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CJ 3340 - Crime Scene Photography Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem Online]
Theory and practice behind photographic documentation of crime scenes. Practice of proper documentation methodology, injury photography, evidence photography special lighting considerations, etc. This hybrid course is a combination of lecture, laboratory, community workshops, and individual exercises. Prerequisite: CJ 2340 and ART 2450 .
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CJ 3344 - Advanced Forensic Photography Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem Online]
This course addresses photography and imaging issues relavent to the forensic science laboratory including examination quality physical evidence imaging, alternative lighting and exposure techniques, digital camera calibration and maintenance, and courtroom presentation of image evidence. Prerequisite: CJ 3340 .
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CJ 3350 - The American Jail Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Online]
Course critically examines the American jail with particular emphasis on history, management, operations and contemporary issues.
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CJ 3360 - Prisons - Contemporary Issues and Dilemmas Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
A course which focuses upon the contemporary adult prison with a particular emphasis upon current problems, issues and dilemmas. Diversity issues such as integration of the prison work force by women and minorities as well as the problems of elderly, women, and minority inmates will be examined.
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CJ 3400 - Drugs and Crime Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
The historic, economic, social and political roles of legal and illegal drugs; their contribution to crime of many kinds, accidents, and impacts on the criminal justice system; production and distribution systems; efforts to combat; decriminalization, prevention and treatment.
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CJ 3600 - Criminal Justice Statistics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics and data analysis for use in criminal justice and the social sciences. Prerequisite: CJ 1010 and (MATH 1030 or MATH 1040 or MATH 1050 or MATH 1080 or QL completion)
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CJ 3700 - Women & Criminal Justice Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Course explores women within the American criminal justice system, focusing on females as the victim and perpetrator of crime as well as the various positions that they hold within the criminal justice profession (i.e. law enforcement, courts, corrections). Additional attention will be paid to the social construction of gender and how it can shape the creation and application of social control within society.
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CJ 3800 - White Collar Crime Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
This is an advanced undergraduate course designed to provide an overview of white collar crime. The course emphasizes defining white collar crime, describing the nature of white collar crime, and applying criminological theories to explaining the perpetration of white collar crime.
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CJ 3900 - Intelligence and National Security Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Exploration of the role and structure of intelligence collection and analysis in criminal justice and national security. Course focuses on skill building in the areas of critical thinking, organization and presentation of data, and problem analysis in the scope of intelligence and security driven problems.
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CJ 4000 - Critical Legal Studies Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Not currently being offered
Critical Legal Studies comprehends the development and application of the criminal law and criminal justice institutions in the United States from a critical perspective. The course begins with a short review of slavery and race, civil rights and civil liberties, and the transformation of legal thought in America. Readings provide a perspective for how the criminal law and justice system are used to bolster the lives of the affluent classes while remaining oblivious or acting as a detriment to the lives of disadvantaged, under-represented and marginalized members of society. The course concludes with readings that provide an understanding for the meaning of justice, the role of the law in fostering a more just society, and the legal tools available to the advocate of social change to propose changes through legal reform.
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CJ 4065 - Law and Society Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course explores how law operates in society and how society influences the nature of the law. Topics may include the role of race in law, legal consciousness, efficacy of legal action, and the nature of the legal profession. Students may take either POLS 4065 or CJ 4065, but may not take both courses.
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CJ 4110 - Physical Methods in Forensic Science Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Physical methods for evidence analysis including microscopy, pattern based physical evidence (firearms, footwear, etc.) pattern recovery and analysis and statistical foundations for pattern comparison. Prerequisite: CJ 2340 , CJ 3120 and either CHEM 1120 or CHEM 1220 ; or instructor approval.
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CJ 4115 - Friction Ridge Analysis Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Legal and scientific methodology behind identification, analysis and comparison of finger and palm prints including computer database methodology. 3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab. Prerequisite: CJ 2340 , CJ 3120 and either CHEM 1120 or CHEM 1220 ; or instructor approval.
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CJ 4116 - Friction Ridge Development Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Basic and applied scientific theory and practice behind the detection, development, recovery and preservation of latent finger and palm prints. 3 hours lecture, 3 hour lab. Prerequisite: CJ 4115 .
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CJ 4125 - Research Methods in Forensic Science Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Selected topics in forensic instrumentation, trace evidence, pattern evidence, biological and chemical analysis, research methods and data analysis. 3 hours lecture, 3 hour lab. Prerequisite: CJ 4110 , or instructor approval.
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CJ 4165 - Constitutional Rights Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
This course critically examines Amendments to the United States Constitution related to criminal justice issues including the 4th, 5th, 6th, 8th, and 14th amendments. It examines citizen’s rights and criminal justice agent’s responsibility and liability in connection with those rights. Prerequisite: CJ 1010 and CJ 1330 .
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CJ 4167 - State Criminal Justice Rights Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course examines state supreme court decisions interpreting state constitutional provisions similar to the provisions in the U.S. Bill of Rights protecting criminal defendants. Emphasis is placed on discussing state constitutional decisions with broader constitutional interpretations than recognized by the U.S. Supreme Court. This course will focus upon state constitutional provisions analogous to the rights in the Fourth, Fifth, Sixth and Eighth Amendments, and the state supreme court decisions interpreting those state constitutional provisions. Prerequisite/Co-requisite: CJ 4165 .
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CJ 4200 - Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Critically examines selected criminal justice ethical issues such as capital punishment, official corruption, use of deadly force, discretion and deception by the police. Prerequisite: CJ 1010 .
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CJ 4300 - History of Law Enforcement Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Not currently being offered
An introduction to the history of America’s law enforcement organizations, stressing the development, community issues, and organizational designs. The early leaders in policing and the early crime problems in America will be discussed and studied. From slave patrols prior to the Civil War to the U.S. Marshals of the old west, police development issues will be presented.
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CJ 4700 - International Criminal Justice Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Compares United States criminal justice system with other international systems from throughout the world, and reviews the nature and extent of international crime. Prerequisite: CJ 1010 .
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CJ 4810 - Experimental Course Credits: (1-3)
This number is used for newly developed experimental courses. May be repeated up to two additional times if new topic(s), for a combined total not exceeding 9 credit hours.
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CJ 4830 - Directed Readings and Special Projects Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Assigned reading or project with evaluation by faculty member. Requires approval of the Department Chair. May be repeated for up to 6 credit hours cumulative course work. May not be used as an elective to complete CJ minor or A.S.
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CJ 4860 - Criminal Justice Internship Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Volunteer experience with city, county, and state criminal justice agencies. Prerequisite: CJ 1010 and two of CJ 1300, CJ 1330, or CJ 2300; or instructor approval. Students may take this course for a combined total of six (6) credit hours.
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CJ 4900 - Current Issues in Criminal Justice Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
In-depth study of current theoretical issues in criminal justice. Specific offering will be identified by name and will be listed on student’s transcript with authorized credit. May be repeated two additional times, for a total of three such classes with different titles.
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CJ 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title with the credit authorized will appear in the semester schedule and on the student transcript. May be repeated up to one additional time for a combined total not exceeding 4 credit hours.
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CJ 4950 - Field Trips/Travel Study Credits: (1-6)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Designed to provide students with access to both national and international law enforcement agencies, prisons, detention centers, courts and institutions dealing with criminals and delinquents - male and female. Field trips include 2-3 weeks of intense instruction and then 3-5 days of on-site visits, interviews, and lectures by practitioners in the field. Course may be repeated for a total of six (6) hours of criminal justice credit. Additional hours will be counted toward 120 elective hours of study. May not be used as an elective to complete CJ minor or A.S.
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CJ 4980 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
Addresses the social scientific methodology utilized in criminal justice and criminological research. The essentials of the scientific method will be studied such as research design, probability sampling, qualitative methods and the classic experimental design. The course will familiarize the student with the methods and problems of social science research as applied to the information needs of criminologists, criminal justice agencies, and criminal justice policy-makers. Students will acquire a better sense of criminology or criminal justice research and of exactly what it is that academic researchers do. Prerequisite: CJ 1010 , or instructor approval.
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CJ 4995 - Criminal Justice Senior Assessment Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Online]
Spring [Online]
Summer [Online]
Program assessment for graduating seniors combined with an exploration of selected issues and dilemmas surrounding the criminal justice field. Credit/No credit. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice major core course requirements completed and senior standing; or department chair approval.
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CMT 1100 - Construction Management Orientation Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course introduces students to careers in the construction industry and is designed to help students develop a clear focus on their educational and occupational goals.
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CMT 1150 - Construction Graphics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course covers graphical communications as they relate to the architectural, engineering, and construction industry. Includes print reading, interpretation of graphical symbols and line types, and understanding of construction terminology.
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CMT 1210 - Residential Construction Materials and Methods Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course provides students with knowledge of residential building techniques and materials. The course will examine common construction materials, components, and systems as related to wood frame structures, including sustainable materials. The residential construction process will be analyzed from site planning to finish construction.
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CMT 1220 - Construction Contracts Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Fall [Full Sem]
This course covers the interpretation of contract documents used in the various construction delivery methods. Includes contracts, bidding documents, bonding and insurance, conditions of the contract, general requirements, and technical specifications.
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CMT 1310 - Materials & Methods Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course covers the materials and construction methods used in buildings. Emphasis is placed on sustainable construction practices.
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CMT 1330 - Civil Materials Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course covers the properties of concrete, asphalt, and soils. Emphasis is placed on quality control and testing of materials.
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CMT 1500 - Computer Applications in Construction Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Computer applications used in the construction field will be examined. Various software packages will be introduced and studied specifically to their application in the construction industry. Prerequisite: WEB 1700 .
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CMT 1550 - Construction Safety Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Fall [Full Sem]
This course covers the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and jobsite safety procedures and practices. Emphasis will be placed on ethics as it relates to safety.
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CMT 2210 - Construction Jobsite Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course covers the skills necessary to manage construction projects successfully. Emphasis is placed on construction communications and documentation. Prerequisite: CMT 1100 and CMT 1220 .
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CMT 2260 - MEP Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course is designed to provide a basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems used in commercial buildings. Emphasis is placed on sustainable MEP systems and analyzing life-cycle costs. Prerequisite: MATH 1010 .
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CMT 2340 - Civil Design and Layout Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Fall [Full Sem]
This course is designed to provide a basic knowledge of road, utility, and site design. Emphasis is placed on determining grades and surveying operations necessary for layout of civil designs, including establishing locations and elevations. Prerequisite: MATH 1010 .
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CMT 2360 - Commercial Design and Codes Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Fall Sem]
This course is designed to provide a basic knowledge of processes used to design commercial buildings. Includes the use of building information modeling (BIM) in the design process for preparing drawings and coordinating the design of the different building trades. Emphasis is placed on how zoning regulation, building codes, and sustainability are integrated into the design. Prerequisite: MATH 1010 , CMT 1150 , and CMT 1310 .
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CMT 2410 - LEED-GA Preparation Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course will help prepare students to take the LEED-GA exam.
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CMT 2640 - Quantity Survey Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course covers the processes and methods used to develop a quantity takeoff (list of required materials) for commercial construction projects. Emphasis is placed on using spreadsheets to prepare the quantity takeoff. Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or higher, CMT 1150 , CMT 1310 .
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CMT 2880 - Internship Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Supervised work experience in the construction industry with placement and course objectives approved by the faculty supervisor. Ethics as it relates to construction management will be discussed.
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CMT 2899 - AAS Graduation Assessment and Signoff Credits: (0)
This course includes final assessment (e.g., exit interviews) and signoff needed for graduation with an AAS degree from the program. Contact your advisor during your last semester before graduation to complete this requirement. Credit/no credit.
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CMT 2990 - Construction Management Seminar Credits: (0.5)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
Spring [2nd Blk]
This course is designed to give students the opportunity to interact with professionals from the architecture, engineering, and construction industries and to learn of emerging trends within these industries. Students may repeat this course three times and up to 2 credits.
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CMT 3115 - Construction Cost Estimating Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course covers the processes and methods for preparing estimates and bids for construction projects. Emphasis is placed on the use of computers in preparing estimates. Ethics as it relates to bidding will be discussed. Prerequisite: CMT 2640 .
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CMT 3130 - Construction Planning & Scheduling Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course covers the processes and methods of planning and scheduling of construction projects. Emphasis is placed on the use of computers in the planning and scheduling process. Prerequisite: CMT 2640 .
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CMT 3310 - Leadership in the Construction Industry Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course explores leadership as applied to the construction industry. Emphasis is placed on the importance of professional relationships. Prerequisite: CMT 2210 .
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CMT 3370 - Preconstruction Services Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course covers services provided by contractors during the design of projects constructed using alternative delivery methods (e.g., design-build, CM/CG). Emphasis is placed on reducing construction risks during the design process. Prerequisite: CMT 2260 , CMT 2340 , CMT 2360 , and CMT 3115 .
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CMT 3510 - Energy Management in Bldg. M&E Systems Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course covers mechanical and electrical system design, operation and maintenance principles. Includes review of types of systems and equipment, and applications for each. Covers estimating, monitoring and managing the use of energy. Prerequisite: CMT 2260 .
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CMT 3540 - Facilities Management Administration Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem] odd years
Practical applications of the administrative principles and skills required of a successful facility manager focusing on administration, management, and leadership of the facility function, finance and accounting, repair, alterations and maintenance, planning, programming, budgeting and execution.
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CMT 3630 - Environmental Issues in FM Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Practical application of environmental practices and procedures pertinent to preservation, protection, compliance and conservation issues related to facilities management with emphasis on the regulatory and permitting process, environmental planning, auditing and assessment, recycling, indoor air quality (IAQ) and ozone level depleting substances (OLDS), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) programs and permitting procedures, Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA) programs, and sustainable practices. Prerequisite: BTNY 1403 (can be taken concurrently).
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