CJ 320 Crime and Delinquency

This course takes and integrated approach to theories of crime and delinquency in as much as biological and psychological perspectives will supplement the traditionally prominent sociological views. The course also focuses on the blurring of the distinctions between the two as juvenile crime is perceived as increasingly serious and the practice of juvenile certification (transfer to adult court) becomes more prevalent.  Same as SOC 310

Credits

3

Cross Listed Courses

SOC 310

Prerequisite

CJ 101 or SOC 101

Offered

Fall

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Compare and contrast the purpose and philosophies of the juvenile and criminal justice systems
2. Understand the process and steps involved in the juvenile and criminal justice systems
3. Compare and contrast the terms used in the juvenile and criminal justice systems
4. Identify rights granted in the juvenile justice system as compared to the criminal justice system
5. Understand various theoretical perspectives of crime and delinquency
6. Understand unique characteristics and challenges of the juvenile delinquency population
7. Identify effective juvenile delinquency prevention and intervention programs