• CJS 201: Speech for the Crim. Justice Profes

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  This course is designed to examine the practical application of oral communication in criminal justice. A few objectives of this course include: proper techniques when speaking to meida, criminal justice job interviewing strategies and techniques, individual and group presentation strategies, presentation strategies to colleagues, presentation strategies to community members, thesis or oral comprehensive exam strategies, marketing your presentations using visual aids.
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• CJS 202: Writing for the Criminal Justice Pr

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  Writing for Criminal Justice Professionals focuses on the unique types of writing required in the criminal justice field, including but not limited to research papers, press releases, search warrants and probation reports. Emphasis will be placed on clear and effective writing. As part of the learning process, students will critique the writing of others. Students will learn to use the American Psychological Association (APA) citation style.
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• CJS 211: Introduction To Criminal Justice

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  A comprehensive examination of the criminal justice system including law enforcement, courts, and corrections; analysis of the problems and needs of the agencies involved in the criminal justice process; a survey of professional career opportunities. (Fall)
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• CJS 221: Citizens Police Academy

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  This class is taught in conjunction with the Athens Police Department and provides insight into the policies and operations of this criminal justice agency. It is designed to allow the college student to share ideas related to improving the quality of life for the citizens of our community. (Spring)
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• CJS 231: The Juvenile Justice System

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  The issues of youth crime and juvenile delinquency with emphasis on the history and role of the juvenile justice system, the police and juvenile court�s role. A study of the methods of rehabilitation and correction of the delinquent. (Fall, alternate/even years)
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• CJS 241: Terrorism And Criminal Justice

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  A study of the history, reasoning, and incidents of terrorism. Emphasis on the role of law enforcement in the prevention, investigation, and prosecution of terrorism crimes. Unique constitutional and legal issues are examined. (Fall, alternate/odd years)
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• CJS 321: Ethics In Criminal Justice

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  An examination of critical issues encountered within the criminal justice system, including codes of professional ethics, criteria for ethical decision-making, and perspectives of legal and judicial ethics. Prerequisite: CJ 211. (Spring)
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• CJS 331: Criminology

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  An analysis of the concepts of crime, law, and criminology; theories of crime causation to include types of crime and offenders; a study of ethical issues in criminology. Prerequisite: CJ 211. (Fall)
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• CJS 333: Corrections In America

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  A study of the development of corrections in Western societies; considerations of the functions of corrections in America; analysis of current conditions and operations of jails and prisons; examination of correctional options, including pre-release, probation, and parole. Prerequisite: CJ 211. (Spring, alternate/even years)
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• CJS 337: Alternatives to Incarceration

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  A study of the history, reasoning, and application of alternative methods of incarceration in criminal justice.
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