Sample Topics in CRJ Classes

A Sample of Topics in CRJ Classes

• The Basic Nature of Humans
• Good Versus Evil
• The Relationship of Pnuema, Psyche, Somos (spirit, mind and body) to conduct
• Physiological, Psychological, Social and Cultural Explanations of Behavior
• Types of Crime: Violent Personal (Serial Murder, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, etc.); Property Offenses (Thievery, Vandalism, Service Larceny, etc.); Sex Crimes; Drug Crimes; Computer Crimes; Environmental Crimes; Corporate and White Collar Crimes; Street Gangs; Organized Crime; Terrorism; etc.
• Profiles of Types of Criminals/Their Techniques (modus operandi)
• The Historical Evolution of Law, Courts, and Societal Response to Crime
• Constitutional Rights/Freedoms and Their Protection
• The Preparation of Cases for Court/Trial Issues
• Methods of Criminal Investigation/Detection
• Crime Scenes Technologies
• Police Procedures, Tactics, Special Operations
• Federal, State and Special Law Enforcement Agencies
• Use of Force and Other Police Issues
• Strategies of Personal Defense and Protection from Crime
• Criminal Law and Procedure
• Juvenile Delinquency and the Protection of Minors
• Social Deviance and Social Problems
• Punishment and Imprisonment Issues
• Treatment/Rehabilitation Programs
• Political Factors/Issues in Societal Governance
• Correctional Structures and Agencies
• Ethical Issues Related to Justice
• The Diversity of Professions/Careers in the Field